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Application Tips
Download, complete and submit the appropriate application to begin the process of making improvements to a residence or property.
Please note:
- Your signature is required on all applications. Please read the instructions carefully and provide all documentation requested. An incomplete application will not be processed and may cause unnecessary delays.
- The Art Jury meets bi-weekly to review minor projects. Applications should be submitted by noon of the preceding Monday.
- Full Art Jury meets bi-weekly for major projects on Mondays, please check the calendar for dates. Applications should be submitted by the preceding Thursday and should include paper copies and electronic files
Additions
Completion and Compliance
Completion and Compliance Inspection and Report application.
Doors and Windows
Application for doors and windows (major alterations).
Exterior Color
Application for a change to a property’s exterior color.
Fences and Walls
Application to add or alter fencing or walls.
Hardscape
Landscape projects for hardscape scope of work – driveway, patios, combined with pool/spa, water features, fence/gates, outdoor BBQ and related site work
Landscape
Landscape (hardscape and planting) application.
Miscellaneous
Application for miscellaneous work.
New Single Family Residence or Commercial Building
Pool and Spa
Pool/Spa/Water Feature application.
Roofing
Roofing application.
Signage
Request for Approval of Sign (in accordance with Regulation #192)
Solar
Solar Unit application
Sports Courts
Sports Court application
Tree Removal
Tree Removal application
Utility
Utility Facilities/Equipment application
Palos Verdes Bulletins – Nov 1924 and Dec 1924
The first and second bulletins ever published.
Palos Verdes Bulletin – July 1925
Palos Verdes Bulletin – August 1928
Palos Verdes Bulletins – Spring 2002 through Fall 2007
Landscape Plan Checklist
Landscape Submittal Checklist
Preliminary Plan Submittal Checklist
Preliminary Plan Submittal Checklist
Site Plan Survey Checklist
Site Plan Survey Checklist
Credit Card Authorization
Credit Card Payment Authorization form
Fee Schedule
Palos Verdes Homes Association and Art Jury Fees
UPDATED 8/1/2024
Please see the Fee Schedule Effective September 1, 2024
Lot Coverage and Floor Area Information
City of Palos Verdes Estates Required Plan Check Information/Lot Coverage Information
Art Jury Notes
Architect’s Kit
Setbacks Defined
Accessory Building
Accessory Buildings or Structures guide
Building Remodeling Guide
Guidelines for Building Remodeling or Remodeling a House in Palos Verdes Estates
Completion And Compliance Explained
Overview of the Completion and Compliance Inspection
Examples of Window Details
Illustrated Examples of Acceptable and Unacceptable Window Details
Masonry Mailbox Parameters
City of Palos Verdes Estates Permit for the Construction of Masonry Mailbox Structures on City Property
Notice To Home Buyers
Important Notice To Prospective Home Buyers
Recommended Process & Flow Chart
Amendment ProcedureMembers Only
Amendment Procedure
Architectural Types & Districts
Architectural Types Defined
Architectural Types and Districts – Type I: California Architecture
Type I : ‘Californian Architecture’ defined as its own distinctive style.
Architectural Types and Districts – Type I and Ia: Specimens
Architectural Types and Districts – Type II, IIa and IIb: Specimens
Architectural Types and Districts – Type III: Specimens
Architectural Types and Districts – Type IV: Specimens
Architectural Types and Districts – Type V: Specimens
Architectural Types and Districts – Type VI: Specimens
Ethics Policy
Ethics Policy for Directors, Art Jury & Committee Members
