At the last budget meeting, Derek Tarries was asked about the new $50 charge to submit for Design Review Committee approvals ($250 for architectural submittals). He answered that some things just do not need approval if they are of a "minor" nature. (i.e. adding planting beds, etc.) I'm not sure that this is of a minor nature to the HOA but it should be. Paint the door. If they ever notice, and they like you, they'll overlook it or just allow you to submit an application for retro-approval and they'll approve it. If they don't, they'll have a sissy-fit and go bonkers, over nothing meaningful. I vote for "minor" and say, "go for it!" They make so many exceptions that it'll be a waste of their time and effort just to make your life miserable.