DPECA: Design Review Committee
Design Guidelines
From Newsletter #64, June 2008:

The DPECA Executive has the responsibility to approve all
plans for new house construction, additions to existing houses
and any new accessory structures (such as: garden sheds,
garages, pools, and raised decks), to ensure that they are in
compliance with the Schedule of Restrictions that is registered
on each property title.

The process followed by the Design Review Committee is
follows:

    1. Receive three copies of the proposed building plans;

    Restrictions; - proposed use, maximum roof height, and
    exterior finishes.

    3. Prepare and deliver a letter, with photocopies of the
    proposed plans, to the immediate neighbours;

    4. Receive and resolve any neighbourhood concerns; and

    5. Approve (stamp and sign/date) three copies of the final
    construction plans. Return two of the copies to the
    applicant (who then proceeds to the Municipality for a
    building permit) and keep one copy for the DPECA plan
    records.

    This neighbourhood information process only happens in
Dean Park Estates. This process advises adjacent residents of the
type and the extent of construction activity that will be taking
place, and ensures that the quality and character of the
neighbourhood is maintained.

If you are planning any exterior changes to your property,
please contact the Design Review Committee for approval
prior to approaching the District of North Saanich for permits.
The DPECA approval process requires at least two (2) weeks to
allow time for neighbourhood consultation.