Laurel Mews has long adhered to this scheme of exterior trim colors, which was apparently agreed to in the 1980s.   Should we update the color schemes to include new colors, and/or allow owners to switch colors?   

Why do we even have rules on approved trim colors? 

— Turns out conformity increases values
— Turns out color can effect marketing and consumer behavior

http://www.everydaysociologyblog.com/2012/02/individuality-conformity-and-your-home.html

http://architecture.about.com/cs/paint/ht/pickpaint.htm

http://ares.metapress.com/content/7287545q86306108/

What are some new ideas of LM trim colors

http://www.arlingtoncolorconsultants.com/

http://www.valsparpaint.com/en/explore-colors/find-ideas/styles/contemporary/contemporary-homes-2.html

http://www.bluedoorpainters.com/2012/11/01/how-do-i-get-curb-appeal/

http://www.bhg.com/home-improvement/exteriors/curb-appeal/best-exterior-house-color-schemes/

http://www.bhg.com/home-improvement/exteriors/curb-appeal/tips-for-exterior-trim-colors/

http://www.houzz.com/pro/paintedroom/the-painted-room

http://realestate.aol.com/blog/2011/03/28/exterior-paint-colors-that-sell/

http://www.houzz.com/pictures-of-exterior-house-paint-colors

http://www.myperfectcolor.com/

http://www.benjaminmoore.com/en-us/for-your-home/color-your-home-for-curb-appeal

http://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/3004543/list/How-to-Work-With-a-Color-Consultant

http://www.bluedoorpainters.com/2013/07/12/painting-arlington-va-the-colors-of-arlington-va/

http://www.digginfladirt.com/what-to-do-when-the-hoa-requires-a-landscaping-makeover/

http://olgerfallaspainting.com/exterior-house-colors-increase-value-home/

Landscaping

— Landscaping has similar effects

http://www.hriresearch.org/docs/publications/JEH/JEH_2005/JEH_2005_23_3/JEH%2023-3-127-133.pdf