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Historic Preservation

 

Overview

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The City of Monrovia’s historic preservation efforts began in the early 1990’s with the establishment of the Historic Preservation Advisory Committee. The Committee’s purpose was to develop a strategy which would serve as a guide for the preservation of Monrovia’s significant historic structures.

 

In 1995, the City Council adopted the Historic Preservation Ordinance. In addition to the criteria and regulations for local historic landmarks, it established a Historic Preservation Commission (HPC) to provide oversight of the program. The HPC consists of seven Monrovia citizens appointed by the City Council to a three-year term. Meetings are held quarterly on the Wednesday following the fourth Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m. at City Hall. For additional information, please see the HPC sidebar located on this page.

 

 

Historic Preservation

Commission (HPC)

Webpage

Calendar

How Do I get more information about the Historic Preservation Process?

Step 1: Read this handout, Overview of the Historic Preservation Program

Step 2: Call or stop by the City’s Planning Division to speak with a Planner about the historic preservation process

· Phone: (626) 932-5565

· In person: Located in City Hall at 415 South Ivy Avenue

 

Which City Department is Involved in Historic Preservation Process?

The Planning Division is responsible for the day-to-day administration of the Historic Preservation Program, including:

· Answering questions from current and prospective historic landmark owners

· Conducting office and field research related to historic homes

· Writing reports that place homes in historical and architectural context

· Presenting Historic Preservation reports and related findings to the HPC and City Council

· Applying technical work processing historical landmarks, Mills Act contracts, Certificates of Appropriateness and, demolition permit applications

 

Local Links

Monrovia Historical Museum

Monrovia Historic Preservation Group
Los Angeles Conservancy

City of Los Angeles' Guide to "Caring for Your Historic Home"

Blog: History & Heritage from Monrovia Library

State Links

Office of Historic Preservation

California Preservation Foundation

National Links

National Park Service

National Trust for Historic Preservation

Applications

Certificate of Appropriateness

Historic Landmark Status

Mills Act Contract

Special Review

 

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