Frequently Asked Questions

All exterior changes or additions to a building or structure on a property require ABR approval.

The board meets on the first and third Monday of the month. Meetings are held in the morning and begin at 8:00 a.m. Visit Architectural Board of Review for the current meeting schedule and information about appearing before the Board.

A complete submission, including several specific details and plans, must be submitted by the deadline for the meeting at which you would like to appear. Visit Architectural Board of Review for the current meeting schedule and information about appearing before the Board. 

Sheds less than 200 square feet

A shed of less than 200 square feet does not require a Building Permit, but still must comply with design review and zoning regulations and review is required.

For a shed of less than 200 square feet, please provide:

• Site plan showing the distance to the property lines from the sides of the structure.
• Photos of the area where the shed will be placed along with the house for context.
• Drawings/plans/specs/brochure that show construction including exterior materials, including color, and final structure height.
• $15 design review fee.

Sheds more than 200 square feet

For a storage structure of more than 200 square feet see above and the following is required:

• Architectural Board of Review Application and fees
• Completed Building Permit application and fees
• Foundation plan.

Additional requirements for all sheds

• A shed is permitted in the rear yard only (storage structure per zoning ordinance).
• A shed requires a 3 to 5 foot setback from the rear and side property lines depending on your zoning district and a 10 foot setback from the house.
•  A shed is limited to 10 feet in height.

Submit your shed application

Submit your application through our online application portal and Planning Department staff will review on behalf of the Architectural Board of Review and for zoning compliance. There is a $15 review fee that will be assessed once the shed is approved. Questions? Contact Dan Feinstein in the Planning Dept.