About the DRC

Crystal Valley is a covenant protected community. Whether you're considering new landscaping or simply adding a shed or playset to your yard, all changes to the exterior of your home or yard are required to be approved by the Design Review Committee (DRC) before starting your project.

The committee is made up of five (5) homeowner volunteers within Crystal Valley who have up to 45 days to review applications for compliance to our governing documents. 

Click here to view or download the latest design review guidelines (DRGs).
Submitting a new request: Please complete an application and submit your plot plan, photos and scale drawing of your improvement to clientcare@amihoa.com or log into your account, then go to Association Business and then Architectural Control ​to upload your request directly to the DRC system.
​5 Ways You Can Accelerate Your Landscaping Request:
  • Review the guidelines here prior to committing to a design
  • Include a target completion date  on your application 
  • Review the checklist and include the sizes of the trees, shrubs or perennials. Ensure they will meet the minimum size requirements at time of planting
  • Include pictures of materials (rock, decking or existing landscaping)
  • Don’t forget the plot plan! Your plan can be obtained from the builder or by emailing the CR building department.

Scale Drawing Examples

Ready to plan your landscape? For those taking on the task to design your very own outdoor sanctuary, creating a scale plan of your vision can be a little daunting at first.  

​Click here to learn more about how you can create a scale plan like the professionals! 

Before you build...

Building permits are primarily about safety. While not all projects necessitate a permit, there are times when a minor improvement or a deceptively easy DIY requires one. It's not about who is doing the work but what is being done and permits are just part of the process to ensure all safety protocols meet the Town of Castle Rock adopted codes and to save you time and money when you go to sell your home down the road. 

Permits are commonly required for projects that modify the structure or use of a building, or include changes to your home's specialized systems. 

​Here are just a few examples: 
  • Renovation/Remodel (reroof, basement finish, kitchen expansion,  etc.)
  • Room/House addition
  • Deck, covered patio, pergola, gazebo, balcony
  • Hot tubs and spas
  • Water heater
  • Window/door/siding replacement
  • Retaining wall (over 4 feet)
  • Heating, ventilating, air conditioning systems change or upgrade
  • Plumbing changes or upgrades
  • Electrical system changes or upgrades

This list is not all-inclusive. Contact the Building Division at (720) 733-3527 or email buildingcounter@crgov.com to determine if a permit is required.

Additional Resources

Join the Team!

Interested in volunteering for the Design Review Committee? ​
Contact us today to join the team!

Meet with the DRC 

The team is available to help answer your questions.  Email us anytime at drc@cvrmasterhoa.com to schedule a meeting. 
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