Application and Process
Detailed instructions about project application and submittal requirements, along with an explanation of the process for projects to be reviewed by a Design Review Board, are contained in Client Assistance Memo (CAM) 238, "Design Review." CAM 238 is written primarily for developers and their architects.
CAM 238 contains:
- What is Design Review?
- Design Review Guidelines
- What are the Different Types of Design Review?
- What is Development Standard Departure?
- What is the Design Review Board?
- What is the Design Review Planner?
- What is the Design Review Process?
- Additional Information on Design Review
- Attachment A: Application for Early Design Guidance
- Attachment B: Response to Guidelines: MUP Application for Design Review
Options for Submitting an Application
Drop-Off Submittal Option
Applications for Early Design Guidance may be submitted via a drop-off process (see news story). Details on how to use the drop-off submittal program are available in:
- CAM 105, "Drop-Off Submittal Program"
- CAM 238, "Design Review: General Information, Application Instructions and Submittal Requirements"
The following forms must be completed and submitted with all drop-off submittals:
- Preliminary Application
- EDG Drop-off Submittal Screening & Submittal Checklist
- EDG Drop-off Submittal Fee Worksheet
- Acceptance of Financial Responsibility for Project Fees
- Letter of Authorization
- Drop-off Submittal Coversheet
In addition to the drop-off forms, the applicants should submit 2 copies of the 11" x 17" EDG packets along with Attachment A from CAM 238. See sample EDG packets and instructions as well as CAM 238.
Schedule an EDG Intake Appointment
Applications for Early Design Guidance may also be submitted in person by scheduling an EDG intake appointment. Call (206) 684-8850 to set up an appointment.
