What is an Improvement Permit Application?

Improvement Permit Applications are simply applications for specific changes to your property or suggestions for common ground improvements. The applications we have are listed below:

• • Additions & Irrigation Systems
  • Approved Paint Color Change Request
  • Approved Roofing Material Request
  • Common Ground Improvements
  • Dead Tree Removal Request
  • Decks, Sun Covers and Awnings
  • Driveways, Sidewalks, Porches and Patios
  • Fences, Dog Pens and Compost Bins
  • Landscaping, Retaining Walls, Seawalls, Decorative Edging and Drainage Systems
  • New Construction
  • Play Equipment, Swimming Pools, Spas, Hot Tubs and Jacuzzis

Why do I need to fill out an Improvement Permit Application?

From the Rules & Regulations Article VI: ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW BOARD/ALTERATION REVIEW COMMITTEE (ARB/ARC) GUIDELINES AND RULES 

6.020 APPLICATION FOR IMPROVEMENTS 

(a) Any addition to an existing building, exterior alterations, change in an existing building, change of exterior paint color, excavation, or any new detached structure must have the approval of the Architectural Review Board/ Alterations Review Committee (hereinafter ARB/ARC) before any work is undertaken. Examples of such projects include, but are not limited to, a deck, storage shed/outbuildings, fireplace, fencing, sprinkler system, water lines. Any such addition, exterior alterations or change in existing buildings, shall be compatible with the design character of the original building. 

(b) The guidelines with respect to awnings, materials and cover, roofs, fences, walls and screens, height restrictions on fencing and improvement, quality and type of materials and finish, landscaping and planting, exterior antennas, swimming pools, driveways and patios, retaining walls, play equipment and flag poles are contained in the Lakewood ARB/ARC Guidelines, which are herein incorporated by reference and a copy of which may be obtained by any member upon request at the Association office. 

(c) The ARB/ARC Guidelines referred to in paragraph (b) above represent specific written interpretations issued by the ARB/ARC Committee as the means of satisfying the Associations obligation to regulate property use at Lakewood. 

Who do I submit my Improvement Permit Application to?

Improvement Permit Applications must be turned in by one of the two monthly ARB/ARC Deadlines (Every 1st and 3rd Monday of the month, to be reviewed every 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month) at the LPOA Offices before 5:00 PM. Questions about specific applications or what needs an application can be answered there, or over the phone at (816).373.4326