Nevada City, CA · Nevada County
Checklist for Architectural Review Applications
This checklist packet guides Nevada City property owners and authorized agents through preparing and submitting an architectural review application for proposed construction or alterations.
What this form is
Use this packet for new construction, alterations to buildings in the Historical District, or additions that exceed 25% of a residence’s existing conditioned living area. It includes the application, review guidelines, supporting-information questions, and a fee review worksheet. Applicants provide project and property details, plans, materials, colors, photographs, and other applicable documents for Planning Commission review.
Who needs it
Property owners or authorized agents proposing new construction, certain additions, or alterations to buildings in Nevada City should complete this packet.
How to submit it
Submit the application with the filing-fee receipt and applicable checklist items. Send one digital copy of the plans to the City Planner at [email protected].
About notarization
This document is signed without a notary; the owner or authorized agent signs and dates the application, and no sworn or notarized attachment is specified.
How to submit this form
- 1
Download the Packet
Download the architectural review checklist packet and read its instructions and guidelines.
- 2
Complete the Application
Provide the property and project details, check the applicable project type, and sign and date the application.
- 3
Gather Supporting Documents
Prepare applicable plans, project description, photographs, material specifications, color chips, and the fee review worksheet.
- 4
Submit to the City
Submit the application with the filing-fee receipt and applicable items; send one digital copy of plans to the City Planner's listed email.
Frequently asked questions
- Do I need a notary for the architectural review application?
- No. The application has a signature and date line but does not require a notary; the owner or authorized agent signs and dates it.
- Who should use this architectural review checklist?
- Property owners or authorized agents proposing new construction, alterations to buildings in the Historical District, or qualifying additions should use the packet.
- What materials should I include with the application?
- Include applicable plans, a project description, photographs, material specifications, color chips when required, and the completed fee review worksheet.
- How do I submit the architectural review application?
- Submit the application with the filing-fee receipt and applicable checklist items. Send one digital copy of the plans to the City Planner at [email protected].