Historic homes in Pasadena

Unless exempt pursuant to subsection D below, no person, owner, or other entity shall undertake a major or minor project to a designated historic resource or historic resource eligible for designation or new construction in a landmark or historic district as defined in the Category 1, 2 and 3 review procedures in subsection E below without first obtaining approval of an application for Certificate of Appropriateness in compliance with this Section.

The Historic Preservation Commission may approve or disapprove an application for Certificate of Appropriateness for the demolition of an eligible historic resource.

The Historic Preservation Commission may delay for a period of time not exceeding 365 day

In landmark and historic districts outside the Central District, the following items shall be exempt from review: Paint colors and stains, routine maintenance and minor repairs, landscaping (except for trees protected under Chapter 8.52 - Tree Protection), all interior alterations, screens and awnings, flat concrete work (including driveways and walkways), rear yard walls and fences, reroofing (except for a change of material) exterior lighting fixtures, and window/door grilles.