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 items 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
- Attachment A from CAM 238
- 2 copies of the 11" x 17" EDG packets
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.



