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Turnkey Project · Irvine, Orange County
Irvine HOA-Approved Louvered Pergola
An anthracite Terra louvered pergola designed to clear a master-planned community's HOA review — with engineered drawings, HOA coordination and installation all handled as one Turnkey Project.
LocationIrvine, Orange County
SystemTerra louvered aluminum pergola
SKUTLR10X13RAL7016FS
Delivered asTurnkey Project · design to install
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A completed Rinova Pergola Turnkey Project in Irvine, CA — a custom louvered aluminum pergola built for a master-planned community backyard. This project shows how we deliver HOA-compliant, permit-ready pergolas that fit Irvine's contemporary architecture.
Project at a glance
| Location | Irvine, Orange County, CA |
|---|---|
| System | Terra louvered aluminum pergola |
| Finish | Anthracite (RAL 7016) |
| Mounting | Freestanding |
| Add-ons | Adjustable louvers, HOA-approved design |
| Delivery | Turnkey Project — design, engineering, permits, footings and installation by Rinova |
The homeowners' goals
The homeowners wanted adjustable shade over their patio with a clean, modern look that matched the home — and they wanted the HOA approval handled for them rather than learning the architectural-review process themselves.
Site conditions & the challenge
Irvine's master-planned neighborhoods have strict HOA architectural standards. A structure that looked out of place, used the wrong color, or arrived without proper drawings could be rejected or delayed.
The design therefore had to satisfy two audiences at once: the homeowners, who wanted usable shade, and the HOA board, which wanted a structure consistent with the community's look.
Design & engineering
The Terra uses the same aluminum frame and louver assembly as our motorized Venta, operated by a hand crank instead of a motor — nothing electronic in the roof, and a lower price point.
We designed a Terra louvered aluminum pergola in Anthracite (RAL 7016) to complement the home's exterior. The adjustable louvers let the homeowners control sun and shade throughout the day with a hand crank, and the freestanding layout kept the structure independent of the house.
Permits, engineering & HOA
As with every Rinova Turnkey Project, the paperwork was ours, not the homeowners'. We prepared PE-stamped, permit-ready engineered drawings for this Irvine site — footings, post loads and the structure's wind exposure — and handled the city permit process. Where a homeowners' association is involved, we prepare the architectural submittal and answer the board's questions so the design clears review.
For this project we supplied permit-ready engineered drawings and coordinated the HOA approval directly, so the homeowners did not have to manage the submittal themselves.
What this Turnkey Project included
- Free consultation and on-site measurement
- System, size and finish recommendation
- PE-stamped, permit-ready engineered drawings
- City permit handled by Rinova (and HOA submittal where required)
- HOA architectural submittal and coordination
- Engineered footings for the freestanding posts
- Delivery and professional installation by our own crew
- Final walkthrough
Because Rinova sells, engineers and installs under one California contractor license (CSLB #1116353), there was one contract, one schedule and one point of accountability from the first visit to the final walkthrough.
Installation
Once approval was in hand, our crew set the footings and installed the freestanding frame and louver assembly. The structure went up as one clean, finished unit that matches the home's trim.
The result
A fully approved, professionally installed pergola that transformed the backyard into a comfortable, shaded outdoor living space — with the low-maintenance durability of powder-coated aluminum.
Warranty
Every Rinova pergola in this project carries a lifetime warranty on the aluminum structure and powder-coat paint, a 10-year warranty on moving parts, and a 5-year warranty on motors and electrical components — backed by the same company that installed it.
Financing this project
Comparable installed Turnkey Projects in Orange County typically run $8,000 to $22,000. Financed through our lending partner HFS Financial with $0 down, that is roughly $66 to $181 per month on a 20-year fixed term at 7.80% (8.08% APR). Checking your rate takes about 60 seconds with a soft credit check that won't affect your credit score.
See how pergola financing works → Loans are provided by HFS Financial, subject to credit approval; rates and terms are set by HFS. Rinova Pergola is not a lender.
Frequently asked questions
Will my HOA approve an aluminum pergola?
Most HOAs approve louvered aluminum pergolas when the color, size and placement fit the community standards and the submittal includes proper drawings. On every Turnkey Project we prepare that submittal for you and adjust the design if the board asks.
Do I need a permit for a pergola in Irvine?
Requirements depend on the city, the size and whether the structure attaches to the house. On every Turnkey Project we check Irvine's rules, prepare the engineered drawings and pull the permit when one is needed — you never deal with the building department yourself.
Can I finance a Turnkey Project like this one?
Yes. Through HFS Financial you can finance the full Turnkey Project — pergola, screens, lighting, permits and installation — with $0 down, fixed rates from 7.80% (8.08% APR) and terms up to 30 years, subject to credit approval. Check your rate in about 60 seconds.
Planning a Turnkey Project in Irvine?
See more pergolas in Irvine, browse all completed projects, visit our Santa Ana showroom at 1503 E McFadden Ave, or call (949) 805-2233 to plan your own Turnkey Project. $0-down financing is available. Licensed and bonded, CSLB #1116353.
