Architectural Review Process

Homeowners in Harbor Bay Isle must submit a completed Architectural Application Online Form for any planned work on the exterior of their house or property. This includes “like-for-like” replacements such as fences, roofs, sod, and similar improvements.

No work may begin until the application has been officially approved.

Architectural applications in Harbor Bay Isle are submitted during a 2-week acceptance period* and are assigned to a specific Community Architectural Committee (CAC) meeting/review.

Approval typically takes 2 to 4 weeks, depending on the submission date.
*The acceptance period may occasionally be extended due to holidays.

All Architectural Applications in Harbor Bay Isle must include all necessary supporting documentation, which may include:

• – Product brochures or cut-sheets
• – Property diagrams
• – Plant lists
• – Specific colors and brands

Incomplete applications may delay the review and approval process.

All Architectural Applications in Harbor Bay Isle must include all necessary supporting documentation, which may include:

• – Product brochures or cut-sheets
• – Property diagrams
• – Plant lists
• – Specific colors and brands

Incomplete applications may delay the review and approval process.

Once an Architectural Application is complete, it is sent to the Project Architectural Committee (PAC) for review and recommendation.

The PAC bases its recommendation on the Project Association’s Architectural Rules and Standards. PAC members are volunteers who reside within the community.

Neighbors of the affected property in Harbor Bay Isle are notified about the proposed project. They may:

• – Visit the Community Office to review the plans.
• – Attend the Community Architectural Committee (CAC) meeting to provide input or observe the review process.

The Project Architectural Committee (PAC) recommendations are forwarded to the Community Architectural Committee (CAC). The CAC reviews the Architectural Application and may conduct a site visit if necessary.

CAC members are volunteers who represent all 20 Project Associations within Harbor Bay Isle.

The Community Architectural Committee (CAC) bases its rulings on the CC&Rs (Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions) and the Architectural Rules & Standards established for both the Community and the individual Project Association within Harbor Bay Isle.

If the Architectural Application is approved in Harbor Bay Isle, the homeowner generally has one year to complete the project.

Upon completion of the project, the homeowner must request a Final Inspection to verify that the work has been completed “substantially according to plan.”

Once the Final Inspection is approved, a letter is sent to the homeowner, and the application file is officially closed.