South Pasadena · Land use · Private school
Where is a private school allowed in South Pasadena?
In South Pasadena, a private school is needs a permit in 3 (CG, BP and CF) and not allowed in 2 (South Pasadena use tables, read October 2026).
Key points
- Needs a permit: CG, BP and CF
- Not allowed: CO and OS
Find your lot's zone on the city zoning map, then read its row. Every status below was read from the South Pasadena Municipal Code use tables (read October 2026). Base zones only. General information, not legal advice — check with the city before you apply.
Zones where a private school can go
South Pasadena's code calls this use “Schools-Private / Schools, private”. Each row links to the use table it comes from. A zone marked “see note” has a condition in the code, for example upper floors only or a larger lot.
| Zone | Status | Code |
|---|---|---|
| CG | Needs a conditional use permit | § 36.230.030 |
| BP | Needs a conditional use permit | § 36.230.030 |
| CF | Needs an administrative use permit | § 36.240.030 |
Zones where it is not allowed
What else applies
- 'Schools-Specialized education, tutoring, and training' and 'Special needs educational and training facilities' are separate rows, not used.
- Not covered here: DTSP and HFSP (specific plans); AM overlay (36.250.030); Table 2-6 mixed-use overlay (36.230.050 table) not in packet; CF-50 multifamily detail. Overlay zones and specific plans can also change the answer.
Other uses in South Pasadena
Who this affects
Frequently asked questions
Can I have a private school in the CG zone in South Pasadena?
Only with a conditional use permit. South Pasadena's use table lists it that way in CG (§ 36.230.030).
Can I have a private school in the CO zone in South Pasadena?
No. South Pasadena's use table does not allow it in CO (§ 36.230.030).
General information, not legal advice.
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