Authority of Board
The Architectural Review Board (ARB) is charged with the design review of some new construction, as well as changes and additions to commercial, industrial and multi- family projects.
The Architectural Review Board is composed of five members who are not Council Members, officers, or employees of the City. At least three of the Board Members shall be architects, landscape architects, building designers or other design professionals. Palo Alto residency is not required.
The Architectural Review Board typically meets on the first and third Thursdays of each month at 8:30 a.m.
The City of Palo Alto has several openings on its Architectural Review Board, and encourages interested members to apply. Information and application forms are available at Architectural Review Board Application.
The application deadline is Feb. 26.