Design Review
Exterior changes, landscape projects, and improvements at The Bridges require review under the community's Design Guidelines. This page is a starting point for homeowners and their design teams.
Why Design Review
Design Review preserves the architectural and landscape character that defines The Bridges. The review process applies a consistent set of standards to exterior modifications proposed by homeowners.
Review applies to changes that affect the visible exterior of a home or its lot — including but not limited to architectural alterations, additions, hardscape, planting, lighting, walls, and fences. When in doubt, contact community management before beginning work.
Begin Here
- Confirm whether your project requires review.
- Review the current Design Guidelines in full.
- Speak with community management about anticipated timing.
- Engage your design and construction team early.
- Confirm any required deposits or fees at the time of submission.
A pre-application conversation with community management is recommended before formal submittal.
A clear path from inquiry to approval
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Pre-Application Conversation
Contact community management to confirm whether your project requires review, what materials will be required, and current submission expectations.
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Application & Drawings
Submit the Architectural / Landscape Application together with required drawings, specifications, and material samples as outlined in the Design Guidelines.
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Review
The Architectural Review Committee reviews the application against the Design Guidelines. The reviewer may request clarifications or additional information. Plans are routed to Ken Ayers, Rocky Ohana, and Steve Ahles; the remainder of the Committee receives materials by USPS.
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Decision & Conditions
Approvals are typically issued in writing and may include conditions of approval. Work should not begin until written approval is received.
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Construction & Closeout
Work proceeds in accordance with the approved drawings. Notify community management at completion so any required closeout steps can be completed.
Design Guidelines & Required Forms
The following materials are typically referenced during the review process. Please refer to the official documents for controlling language.
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Community Design Guidelines
Standards for design review submittal, site development, architectural and landscape character, lot grading, construction, and solar; includes addenda for The Villas and The Grove.
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Coming soon
Architectural / Landscape Application
The application form used to initiate review for exterior modifications. Submitted through community management and routed to the Architectural Review Committee.
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Rules & Regulations
Section 3 of the Rules & Regulations describes how the Design Review Guidelines apply to homeowner modifications.
Plan Submissions
Actual plans are sent to Ken Ayers, Rocky Ohana, and Steve Ahles. The remainder of the Committee is sent materials by standard USPS through community management.
- Submissions
- kayers@thebridgesrsf.com
- Management
- Walters Management — 858-576-5595
- Mailing Address
- The Bridges Community Association
c/o Walters Management
9665 Chesapeake Drive, Suite 300
San Diego, CA 92123-1364 - Onsite Address
- The Bridges at Rancho Santa Fe
18550 Seven Bridges Road
Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92091