Municipality · California

Pasadena

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Districts
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Extracted rules
3,831
Standards
9
Chapters read

Zoning districts

45 districts, grouped by category.

Residential

19
PD-17Residential

PD-17 - Rose Townhomes

Pasadena, CA
Min lot
5,000 sq ft
Max height
24 ft
Front setback
20 ft
Max density
12.9 du/ac
Permitted uses
2
PD-21Residential

PD-21 - Montgomery Engineering

Pasadena, CA
Max height
60 ft
Permitted uses
2
PD-22Residential

Lincoln Triangle Townhouse

Pasadena, CA
Front setback
20 ft
Permitted uses
4
PD-23Residential

Salvation Army

Pasadena, CA
Max height
45 ft
Front setback
15 ft
Permitted uses
1
PD-25Residential

Vista Del Arroyo Bungalows

Pasadena, CA
Max height
35 ft
Front setback
10 ft
Max density
10 du/ac
Permitted uses
9
PD-27Residential

King's Village

Pasadena, CA
Min lot
7,200 sq ft
Permitted uses
4
PD-28Residential

Community Arms

Pasadena, CA
PD-29Residential

Artisan Village

Pasadena, CA
Max height
36 ft
Front setback
20 ft
Permitted uses
4
PD-33Residential

Desiderio Homes

Pasadena, CA
Max height
23 ft
Permitted uses
1
PD-4Residential

Mountain Street Classics Townhomes

Pasadena, CA
Max height
36 ft
Front setback
20 ft
Permitted uses
9
PD-6Residential

Eaton Wash Residential

Pasadena, CA
Min lot
4,500 sq ft
Front setback
22 ft
Max density
4.9 du/ac
PD-9Residential

El Mirador

Pasadena, CA
Min lot
15,000 sq ft (0.34 ac)
Max height
20 ft
RM-12Residential
Pasadena, CA
Max density
5 du/ac
Permitted uses
9
RM-16Residential
Pasadena, CA
Max height
32 ft
Front setback
20 ft
Permitted uses
9
RM-32Residential

Multi-Family Residential (RM-32)

Pasadena, CA
Max height
3 ft
Front setback
20 ft
Permitted uses
10
RM-48Residential

Multi-Family Residential (RM-48)

Pasadena, CA
Max height
38 ft
Front setback
20 ft
Permitted uses
10
RM-87Residential
Pasadena, CA
Max density
17.43 du/ac
RS-1Residential
Pasadena, CA
Max height
100 ft
RS-6Residential
Pasadena, CA
Min lot
910 sq ft
Max height
72 ft
Max density
17.43 du/ac
Permitted uses
1

General provisions

769 rules that bind every district rather than one — sign regulations, parking, floodplain and the rest of the code’s citywide chapters.

17.28.1156 standards

A specialty shop may be permitted subject to approval of a conditional use permit.

17.29.05019 standards

Total lot coverage shall not exceed 35 percent.

17.29.0501 standards

In the San Rafael hillside neighborhood (HD-SR), the front setback shall comply with the requirements in Section 17.29.100.

17.29.050-06010 standards

The minimum front setback for the main structure, and accessory structures other than garages, shall be 25 feet. Total lot coverage shall not exceed 35 percent. The minimum and maximum graded and paved width of a driveway serving a dwelling unit constructed after the effective date of this provision shall be: 15 feet for one unit and 20 feet for two or more units. The finished grade of a driveway shall conform to the finished grade of the lot, but in no case shall exceed an average grade of 15 percent, or 20 percent at any point. A minimum of four guest parking spaces shall be provided on a site fronting on a street where parking is prohibited on both sides of the street at the site. A minimum of two guest parking spaces shall be provided on a site fronting a street where on-street parking is allowed.

17.29.050-0609 standards

Total lot coverage shall not exceed 35 percent. The minimum front setback for the main structure shall be 25 feet, except that in the San Rafael hillside neighborhood (HD-SR), the front setback shall comply with the requirements in Section 17.29.100.

17.29.06019 standards

No structure shall exceed a height of 28 feet at any point on the site, measured in compliance with Subsection B.1, and shall not exceed a height of 35 feet, measured from the lowest elevation on the site where the structure touches the grade, to the highest point of the roof.

17.29.080.K2 standards

on lots in the RS-4 HD and RS-6 HD zones with an average slope of less than 15 percent, an applicant may apply for an adjustment to the floor area ratio requirements for their lot.

17.29.080.K2 standards

on lots in the RS-4 HD and RS-6 HD zones with an average slope of less than 15 percent, an applicant may apply for an adjustment to the floor area ratio requirements for their lot.

17.29.1005 standards

A lot that is not included in Table 2-9 shall meet the minimum 25 foot front yard setback requirement.

17.29.1004 standards

Proposed development shall comply with the front setback requirements established by Table 2-9. ... A lot that is not included in Table 2-9 shall meet the minimum 25 foot front yard setback requirement.

17.30.020.A and Table CDSP-1

Create a mixed-use activity center that encourages a range of active uses where people can walk to shops, restaurants, jobs, and entertainment; and Support projects that are entirely commercial or mixed-use, integrated vertically, consistent with ground floor use requirements.

17.30.020.B and Table CDSP-1

Enhance the existing mixed-use character with a variety of commercial services and multi-family uses; and Support projects that are entirely commercial, entirely residential, or a mix of the two, integrated either horizontally or vertically, consistent with ground floor use requirements.

17.30.020.C and Table CDSP-11 standards

Promote the development of pedestrian-friendly neighborhoods with commercial uses that are sensitive to neighboring residents; and Support projects that are entirely commercial, entirely residential, or a mix of the two, integrated either horizontally or vertically consistent with ground floor use requirements.

17.30.020.D and Table CDSP-1

Allow for a limited selection of pedestrian-oriented commercial uses that complement the surrounding retail-focused district.

17.30.020.E and Table CDSP-11 standards

Allow opportunities for high density urban housing and relate new development to the surrounding community in scale and character.

17.30.020.F

Maintain the current uses and protect the existing high-density residential character using City of Gardens standards.

17.30.020.G

Maintain the current uses and protect the existing medium-density residential character using City of Gardens standards.

17.30.020.H

Provide opportunities for parks and recreation to residents and visitors.

17.30.020.I

Maintain the current uses and protect the existing institutional character.

17.30.020.J

Achieve a particular mix of uses and appearance through a design review process resulting in quality urban design on large sites.

Source documents

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