The purpose of this Chapter is to promote the educational, cultural, economic and general welfare of the community by providing procedures for the identification, protection, enhancement, perpetuation and use of buildings, structures, signs, objects, features, sites, places, areas, districts, neighborhoods, streets, works of art, natural features, and significant permanent landscaping, that have special historical, archaeological, cultural, or architectural value in the City that will allow development to proceed while maintaining historic resources for the following reasons:
A. 
To safeguard the City's heritage as embodied and reflected in such resources;
B. 
To encourage public knowledge, understanding, and appreciation of the City's past;
C. 
To foster civic and neighborhood pride and a sense of identity based on the recognition and use of cultural resources;
D. 
To promote the use and enjoyment of cultural resources beneficial to the education and welfare of the people of the City;
E. 
To preserve diverse and harmonious architectural styles and design preferences reflecting phases of the City's history and to encourage complementary, contemporary design and construction;
F. 
To protect or enhance property values and to strengthen the economy of the City and the financial stability of its inhabitants;
G. 
To protect and enhance the City's attraction to tourists and visitors, thereby stimulating business and industry;
H. 
To identify as early as possible and resolve possible conflicts between the preservation of cultural resources and alternative land uses;
I. 
To integrate the preservation of cultural resources and the extraction of relevant data from such resources into public and private land management and development processes;
J. 
To conserve valuable material and energy resources by the ongoing use and maintenance of the existing built environment;
K. 
To foster and encourage the preservation, restoration and rehabilitation of structures, areas and neighborhoods and thereby prevent future urban blight.
(Ord. 3677 § 1, 2004; Ord. 2020-014 § 31; Ord. 2025-003, 2/25/2025)
A. 
Relationship to CEQA. Decisions by the City in compliance with this Chapter are "discretionary" and relate to "discretionary projects" as these terms are used in the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). Any permit, including a Building Permit, or other City approval that would authorize any change in the exterior of any proposed or designated landmark, or the exterior of any structure, building or significant feature within a designated preservation district, is a discretionary permit or approval within the meaning of CEQA, except as otherwise allowed or directed by the State of California.
B. 
Exceptions. Exceptions to the provisions of this Chapter in cases of dangerous conditions or economic hardship may be granted in compliance with Section 20-58.070 (Exceptions).
C. 
Design guidelines. See Section 4.7 (Historic Properties and Districts) of the City's Design Guidelines in addition to the requirements of this Chapter.
D. 
Review materials:
1. 
Processing Review Procedures for Owners of Historic Properties.
2. 
Secretary of the Interior's Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties with Guidelines for Preserving, Rehabilitating, Restoring and Reconstructing Historic Buildings (2017 Revision).
(Ord. 3677 § 1, 2004; Ord. 3942 § 2, 2010; Ord. 3955 § 2, 2010; Ord. 2020-014 § 32; Ord. 2025-003, 2/25/2025)
Definitions of the technical terms and phrases used in this Chapter may be found in Division 7 (Glossary), under "Historic and Cultural Preservation."
(Ord. 3677 § 1, 2004)
The appointment, responsibilities, and other aspects of the Design Review and Preservation Board, which shall serve as the City of Santa Rosa's historic and cultural preservation review authority, hereafter referred to in this Chapter as the "DRPB," shall comply with Section 20-60.060 (Design Review and Preservation Board).
(Ord. 3677 § 1, 2004; Ord. 2025-003, 2/25/2025)
A. 
Initiation or termination of designation. A rezoning (Chapter 20-62) to designate a landmark or preservation district, or to repeal or modify a landmark or preservation district designation, may be initiated by resolution of the DRPB, the Council, the Commission, or by property owner application.
1. 
Where the initiation is by the property owner, the application shall include the forms and other information required by the Planning and Economic Development Department, to ensure the fullest practical presentation of the facts for proper consideration of the application.
2. 
Where the initiation is by the City Council, or the DRPB or Commission at the direction of Council, the Department shall collect and compile the data and information that otherwise would have been required with an application.
3. 
Once the information has been compiled and reviewed by the Department, the initiating resolution shall be processed in the same manner as an application that has been determined to be complete.
A proposal or application to terminate or modify a landmark or preservation district designation shall be processed under the same rules and procedures required to designate a landmark or preservation district, and shall require the submittal of a historic resource survey/evaluation prepared by a qualified professional.
B. 
DRPB review. The DRPB shall review the application, the site and its surroundings, and any related information, to ensure that the decision of the DRPB in response to the proposal will be consistent with the intent and purposes of this Chapter. The review may be conducted by members of the DRPB or the Director.
C. 
Public notice and hearing. Upon completion of the review required by Subsection A(3), the matter shall be set for public hearing before the DRPB. Public notice shall be provided, and the hearing shall be conducted, in compliance with Chapter 20-66 (Public Hearings).
D. 
DRPB decision. The DRPB may, by resolution, recommend to the Council the approval or denial of a proposed designation as follows.
1. 
Approval of designation. After first making one or both of the following findings, the DRPB may recommend to the Council that:
a. 
A specific site, place, building, structure, street, street furniture, sign, work of art, natural feature or other object be designated a landmark, if the DRPB first finds that the feature to be designated has specific historical, archaeological, cultural or architectural value in the City and that the purposes of this Chapter would be furthered by the designation; or
b. 
An area of the City be designated a preservation district, if the DRPB first finds that the proposed area has historical significance or represents one or more architectural periods or styles typical to the history of the City and that the purposes of this Chapter would be furthered by the designation.
2. 
Denial of designation. The DRPB may recommend to the Council that an application or proposal to designate a landmark, or a preservation district, be denied based upon the evidence presented, or lack thereof.
E. 
Council hearing. The Council shall schedule a public hearing on a proposed landmark or preservation district designation, or termination, upon receipt of a recommendation from the DRPB. Notice shall be given, and the hearing shall be conducted, in compliance with Chapter 20-66 (Public Hearings). Following the closing of the hearing, the Council, based upon the information presented, shall act on the DRPB recommendation by either making the recommended designation, in whole or in part, or denying the application or proposal.
F. 
Council decision. A landmark or preservation district shall be designated by the Council through the rezoning of the site to apply the Historic (-H) combining district (Section 20-28.030), in compliance with Chapter 20-64 (Amendments).
1. 
A copy of the ordinance designating a landmark or preservation district shall be sent to the landmark owners, or all owners of property within the preservation district, as applicable.
2. 
A denial by the Council shall preclude reconsideration of the proposal for a period of one year from the date of the denial, unless the denial was specifically made without prejudice to the filing of a new application or proposal at any time, pursuant to Section 20-54.080.
G. 
Notice of designation. Notice of the designation of a landmark or preservation district shall be transmitted by the City Clerk to the Sonoma County Assessor, the Sonoma County Recorder, and any other interested agencies.
H. 
Effective date of designation. The provisions of this Chapter regulating landmarks and preservation districts shall apply from the effective date of the rezoning to apply the Historic (-H) combining district to the site and shall become inapplicable only as of the effective date of a rezoning to remove the Historic (-H) combining designation.
I. 
Duty to maintain.
1. 
Each person in possession or control and every owner of a landmark and any appurtenant premises shall maintain and keep in good repair the exterior of the landmark and premises. Good repair is defined as the level of maintenance and repair that clearly insures the continued availability of the landmark and premises for lawful reasonable uses and prevents deterioration, dilapidation and/or decay of the landmark and premises.
2. 
Each person in possession or control and every owner of property located within a designated Preservation District shall maintain and keep in good repair the exterior of any structure, building and premises located within the district. Good repair is defined as that level of maintenance and repair which clearly insures the continued availability of the structures, buildings and premises for lawful reasonable uses and prevents deterioration, dilapidation and decay of the structures, buildings and premises.
(Ord. 3677 § 1, 2004; Ord. 2025-003, 2/25/2025)
A. 
Applicability.
1. 
Landmark Alteration Permit required. No person shall restore, rehabilitate, alter, develop, construct, demolish, remove or change the exterior appearance of any designated landmark, or any structure, building or significant feature within a preservation district without having obtained a Landmark Alteration Permit in compliance with this section.
2. 
Exemptions from permit requirement. A Landmark Alteration Permit is not required for the following, if the project is found consistent with the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties:
a. 
Repair, renovation or restoration involving the replacement of broken or damaged materials for structures identified as a contributor to a Preservation District, where original materials are proposed, and the repair, renovations or restorations do not include a change to the design of the structure;
b. 
Repair, renovation or restoration using similar materials for structures identified as a non-contributor to a Preservation District;
c. 
Repainting of previously painted exterior materials, even when it includes a color change, unless the repainting is for the purpose of creating signage for the building. Painting of previously unpainted exterior materials requires the approval of a Minor Landmark Alteration Permit, as identified in subsection (C)(2);
d. 
Installation of rain gutters or downspouts;
e. 
Installation of roof ventilators or skylights on areas of the roof that are not visible from the public right-of-way;
f. 
Installation of a window air conditioning unit, on a side or rear elevation only;
g. 
Demolition or removal of a non-historic building;
h. 
Re-roofing a structure with materials determined to be similar to the original era, and that do not change the original roofline, except where original materials are no longer allowed by Building Code (e.g. asphalt or composition shingles in place of wood shingles);
i. 
Replacement windows and doors that match the original location, size and configuration, and utilize original materials to the era;
j. 
Solar panels, and integral parts of the solar panel system including supporting posts or poles, not including proposed new structures, such as a carport or other similar structures proposed in conjunction with the solar panel system. If proposed solar panels would have the possibility of creating a life or safety issue, such as excessive glare to local residences, sensitive facilities (airport) or water resources, the solar panels shall require a Minor Use Permit or Conditional Use Permit depending on the severity of the issues;
k. 
Alterations or additions to structures that are identified as non-contributors to their respective Preservation District, if the alterations or additions are not readily visible from the public right-of-way;
l. 
Installation of new landscaping and site features, including walkways and fences that are otherwise permitted by right and determined to be similar to the original era and/or consistent with similar features within the Preservation District; or
m. 
Accessory dwelling units in compliance with Section 20-42.130.
B. 
Application requirements. Landmark Alteration Permit application preparation, filing, and processing shall comply with all applicable requirements of Chapter 20-50 (Permit Application Filing and Processing).
C. 
Review authority. A Director Level Landmark Alteration Permit shall be approved or denied by the Director of the Planning and Economic Development Department. A Minor Landmark Alteration Permit shall be approved or denied by the Zoning Administrator. A Major Landmark Alteration Permit shall be approved or denied by the DRPB. All Landmark Alteration Permit actions shall be subject to the findings including in Section 20-58.060(F).
1. 
Director Level Landmark Alteration Permit. A Director Level Landmark Alteration Permit shall be required for the following, and similar activities as determined by the Director, if the project is found consistent with applicable Secretary of the Interior's Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties. A historic resource survey/evaluation prepared by a qualified professional is not required unless requested by City staff as necessary based on the scope of the proposed project.
a. 
Non-Contributor: Any alterations or additions to a property identified as a non-contributor to a Preservation District when the alterations or additions are found to be compatible with the streetscape within the District. The applicant shall provide documentation through photographs, plans or other means to demonstrate compatibility with the streetscape;
b. 
Contributor: The following alterations or additions to a property identified as a contributor to a Preservation District:
(1) 
Renovation or restoration involving the replacement of broken or damaged materials, where a change in design or materials is proposed;
(2) 
Minor modifications to structures, including, but not limited to, changing a window to a door or a door to a window, or changing the location of existing windows and doors, that are not readily visible from the public right-of-way;
(3) 
Additions to existing single-family residential, multi-family residential or non-residential structures involving less than 500 square-feet and that are not readily visible from the public right-of-way;
(4) 
An accessory structure, less than 500 square-feet in size, located in the rear yard of a non-corner lot, or otherwise not readily visible from the public right-of-way, including a garage, carport, storage shed, or other small structure, in compliance with all other applicable requirements of this Zoning Code;
(5) 
New fences, or replacement fences proposed with different materials or a different design, that are otherwise permitted by right and determined to be similar to the original era and/or consistent with similar fences within the Preservation District;
(6) 
Installation of roof ventilators or skylights, where visible from the public right-of-way;
(7) 
Re-roofing a structure with materials other than the original era of the structure (e.g. tar and gravel roof), that do not otherwise qualify for an exemption;
(8) 
Replacement windows and doors that utilize an alternative design and/or alternative materials that differ from the original design and materials; or
(9) 
Installation of new landscape design elements including small entryway trellises, decks, or other small structures (not including plants, trees, ground cover, at-grade hardscape, or fences).
2. 
Minor Landmark Alteration Permit. A Minor Landmark Alteration Permit shall be required for the following alterations or additions to a property identified as a contributor to a Preservation District, and similar activities as determined by the Director, if the project is found consistent with the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties. A historic resource survey/evaluation prepared by a qualified professional is not required unless requested by City staff as necessary based on the scope of the proposed project:
a. 
Painting of previously unpainted exterior materials (e.g. stone and brick), if it is found to have no impact to the structure or the surrounding Preservation District;
b. 
Change to the historic roofline of a structure, if it is found to have no significant impact to the structure or the surrounding Preservation District;
c. 
A fence taller than otherwise allowed by Section 20-30.060(C), Fences, Walls, and Screening. Where a Minor Use Permit is required for additional fence height pursuant to Section 20-30.060(D), only a Minor Use Permit application shall be required; a second application for a Landmark Alteration Permit shall not be required.
While only a Minor Use Permit application and associated fees are required, all findings required for both approval of a Minor Landmark Alteration Permit by Section 20-58.060(F) and approval of a Minor Use Permit for additional fence height by Section 20-30.060(D) shall be met, and, if approved, both permits shall be issued;
d. 
Removing or enclosing an existing porch or adding a new porch on the front elevation, if it is found to have no significant impact to the structure or the surrounding Preservation District;
e. 
Minor modifications to structures, including, but not limited to, changing a window to a door or a door to a window, or changing the location of existing windows and doors, that do not otherwise qualify for a Director Level Landmark Alteration Permit;
f. 
Additions to existing single-family residential structures involving less than 500 square-feet that are readily visible from the public right-of-way;
g. 
Additions to existing non-residential or multi-family residential structures involving between 500 and 5,000 square-feet.
h. 
The development of new non-residential or multi-family residential structures involving between 500 and 5,000 square-feet; or
i. 
The construction of a new primary single-family dwelling.
3. 
Major Landmark Alteration Permit. A Major Landmark Alteration Permit shall be required for the following alterations or additions to a property identified as a contributor to a Preservation District, and similar activities as determined by the Director, if the project is found consistent with the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties. A historic resource survey/evaluation prepared by a qualified professional is not required unless requested by City staff as necessary based on the scope of the proposed project.
a. 
Demolition or removal of an existing historic building;
b. 
Additions to existing single-family residential structures involving 500 square-feet or greater that are readily visible from the public right-of-way, including second-story additions to a one-story house;
c. 
Additions to existing non-residential or multi-family residential structures of 5,000 square-feet or greater, or smaller projects that have been found inconsistent with the Secretary of the Interior Standards for Treatment of Historic Properties; or
d. 
The construction of new non-residential or multi-family residential structures of 5,000 square-feet or greater, or smaller projects that have been found inconsistent with the Secretary of the Interior Standards for Treatment of Historic Properties.
4. 
Design Review. For projects that also require Design Review pursuant to Section 20-52.030, Design Review, a separate application for Design Review shall not be required; only a Landmark Alteration Permit application and associated fees shall be required. However, all findings required for both approval of a Landmark Alteration Permit by Section 20-58.060(F) and approval of Design Review by Section 20-52.030(I) shall be met, and, if approved, both permits shall be issued.
D. 
Hearing and decision.
1. 
Major Landmark Alteration Permit. The DRPB shall schedule a hearing on an application for a Major Landmark Alteration Permit after the completion of the environmental determination on the proposed project, or the certification of an Environmental Impact Report. Notice shall be provided, and the hearing shall be conducted in compliance with Chapter 20-66 (Public Hearings).
2. 
Minor Landmark Alteration Permit.
a. 
Public notice. Before a decision on a Minor Landmark Alteration Permit, the Department shall provide notice in compliance with Chapter 20-66 (Public Hearings); provided that the notice shall state that the Zoning Administrator will decide whether to approve or disapprove the Minor Landmark Alteration Permit application at a public meeting on a date specified in the notice, and that a public hearing will be held only if requested in writing by any interested person before the date specified for the decision.
b. 
Hearing. If a hearing is requested, notice of the hearing shall be provided, and the Zoning Administrator shall conduct the hearing, in compliance with Chapter 20-66.
c. 
Review authority referral. The Zoning Administrator may defer any decision and refer the request to the DRPB, pursuant to Section 20-50.020, Authority for Land Use and Zoning Decisions.
3. 
Director Level Landmark Alteration Permit. Notification. At least 10 calendar days prior to taking action on any proposed Director Level Landmark Alteration Permit, the Director shall notify, by mail as a Notice of Pending Action, all persons or entities as set forth in Section 20-66.020.(C)(1), except that the distance for the mailing shall be 300 feet from the exterior boundary of the subject property, or as otherwise determined by the Director. No public meeting or public hearing shall be required.
a. 
Review authority referral. The Director may defer any decision and refer the request to the Zoning Administrator or DRPB, pursuant to Zoning Code Section 20-50.020, Authority for Land Use and Zoning Decisions.
E. 
Actions by the Director, Zoning Administrator or DRPB on Landmark Alteration Permits.
1. 
Application to restore, alter or change. When the application is to restore, rehabilitate, alter, develop, construct, or change the exterior appearance of any landmark, or any structure, building or significant feature within a preservation district, the review authority, based upon the evidence presented and the criteria for decisions in Subsection F, may, by resolution, approve, conditionally approve, or deny the application.
2. 
Application to demolish or remove. When the application is to demolish or remove any landmark, or any structure, building or significant feature within a preservation district, the DRPB, based upon the evidence presented and the criteria for decisions in Subsection F, may, by resolution, approve, conditionally approve, or deny the proposed demolition or removal. The decision of the DRPB to deny a proposed demolition or removal may be appealed to the Council in compliance with Chapter 20-62(Appeals).
F. 
Findings for decision. The review authority shall consider the following findings, in determining whether to grant or deny a Landmark Alteration Permit:
1. 
The proposed changes are consistent with applicable zoning standards except as directed by Zoning Code Section 20-12.020;
2. 
Whether the proposed change implements the General Plan and any applicable specific plan;
3. 
The consistency of the proposed change with the original architectural style and details of the building;
4. 
The compatibility of the proposed change with any adjacent or nearby landmark structures or preservation district structures that have been identified as contributors to the respective district;
5. 
The consistency and/or compatibility of the proposed textures, materials, fenestration, decorative features and details with the time period of the building's construction;
6. 
Whether the proposed change will destroy or adversely affect important architectural features;
7. 
Consistency with applicable Secretary of the Interior's Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties with Guidelines for Preserving, Rehabilitating, Restoring and Reconstructing Historic Buildings; and
8. 
Other matters, criteria and standards as may be adopted by resolution of the City Council.
G. 
Notice of decision. A copy of the DRPB resolution documenting its decision shall be provided to the applicant.
(Ord. 3677 § 1, 2004; Ord. 3968 §§ 18, 19, 2011; Ord. 2017-024 § 8; Ord. 2020-014 § 33; Ord. 2025-003, 2/25/2025)
A. 
Dangerous condition. The provisions of this chapter shall not prevent any construction, removal or demolition determined by the Building Official to be immediately necessary to correct an unsafe and dangerous condition, as identified and declared in writing by the Building Official, of any structure or building which has been designated a landmark or which is located within a Preservation District. Only the work that is determined by the Building Official to be necessary to correct the dangerous and unsafe condition may be performed in compliance with this Section. In the event that any designated landmark or any structure or building within a Preservation District is damaged by fire or other calamity to such an extent that, in the written determination of the Building Official, it cannot feasibly be repaired or restored, it may be demolished in compliance with normal Building Permit procedures and applicable laws and regulations.
B. 
Economic hardship. If the owner of a property that has been designated, or is proposed for designation as a landmark, or that is situated within a designated or proposed preservation district, believes that the burdens associated with the designation will cause an unreasonable economic hardship on their ownership and use of the property, the owner may apply to the DRPB for a certificate of economic hardship to alter, remove, or demolish the landmark or the improvements within a preservation district.
1. 
Application requirements. An application for a certificate of hardship shall identify the landmark or proposed landmark or structure, building or significant feature within a designated or proposed Preservation District, describe what the owner wishes to do with the same, and shall include the following information:
a. 
An estimate of the cost of the proposed construction, alteration, demolition or removal and an estimate of the cost that would be incurred to comply with the provisions of this chapter;
b. 
A report from a licensed structural engineer or architect with experience in rehabilitation as to the structural soundness of any existing structures on the property and their suitability for rehabilitation;
c. 
The estimated value of the property in its current condition; after completion of the proposed construction, alteration, demolition or removal; and in the case of a proposed demolition, after renovation of the existing property for continued use;
d. 
In the case of a proposed demolition, an estimate from an architect, developer, real estate consultant, appraiser or other real estate professional experienced in rehabilitation as to the economic feasibility of rehabilitation or re-use of the existing structures on the property;
e. 
The amount paid for the property, the date of purchase and the party from whom purchased, including a description of the relationship, if any, between the owner of record or applicant and the person from whom the property was purchased, and any terms of financing between the seller and the buyer;
f. 
If the property is income producing, the annual gross income from the property for the previous two years; itemized operating and maintenance expenses for the previous two years; and depreciation deduction and annual cash flow before and after debt service, if any, during the same period;
g. 
The remaining balance on any mortgage or other financing secured by the property and annual debt service, if any, for the previous two years;
h. 
All appraisals obtained within the previous two years by the owner or applicant in connection with any actual or contemplated purchase, financing or sale of the property;
i. 
Any listing of the property for sale or rent, including the rent or price asked and offers received, if any, within the previous two years;
j. 
Assessed value of the property according to the most recent assessment;
k. 
The form of ownership or operation of the property, whether sole proprietorship, for-profit or not-for-profit corporation, listed partnership, joint venture or other;
l. 
Any other information considered necessary by the DRPB to make a determination as to whether the property does yield or may yield a reasonable return to the owners;
m. 
Any other information considered relevant by the owner on the issue of economic hardship.
2. 
Determination of economic hardship. The DRPB shall review all evidence and information required of an applicant for a certificate of economic hardship and make a determination, by resolution, within 60 days of the completion of the environmental review of the application, as to whether the denial of a certificate of economic hardship would deprive the owner of the property of the reasonable use of, or economic return on, the property. If the DRPB determines that a denial of the certificate would so deprive the property owner, then the DRPB shall, by resolution, issue the requested certificate subject to the fulfillment of such feasible mitigation measures as are set forth in the environmental documents for the proposed project. The DRPB may solicit expert testimony on these issues, but may not incur costs in this regard without the prior appropriation of funds by the Council.
(Ord. 3677 § 1, 2004; Ord. 3955 § 2, 2010; Ord. 2025-003, 2/25/2025)
Any person aggrieved by a decision of the Director, Zoning Administrator or DRPB in compliance with this Chapter may appeal the decision in compliance with Chapter 20-62 (Appeals). An appeal shall be processed in compliance with Chapter 20-62.
(Ord. 3677 § 1, 2004; Ord. 2025-003, 2/25/2025)
A. 
Civil actions. At the request of the Zoning Administrator, the DRPB, or the Council, the City Attorney may file and maintain a civil action for injunctive relief to prohibit or enjoin any violation, or threatened violation of the provisions of this Chapter, and/or to compel the correction of any violation of this Chapter.
B. 
Violation. Every person who violates any provision of this Chapter is guilty of a misdemeanor.
(Ord. 3677 § 1, 2004; Ord. 2025-003, 2/25/2025)
A. 
A tree, as defined in Section 17-24.020, or group of trees which is not situated upon a designated landmark site or which has not been designated a "significant feature" on either a designated landmark site or within a designated preservation district shall not be subject to the provisions of this chapter, but shall be subject to the provisions of Municipal Code Title 17, Chapter 17-24 (Trees).
B. 
A tree and each tree within a group of trees which has been designated a "significant feature" on a landmark site or within a preservation district are "heritage trees" as that term is used in Municipal Code Title 17, Chapter 17-24 (Trees) and each such tree shall come within and be subject to the provisions of Articles III through VII of Chapter 17-24 as a heritage tree; provided, however, that before the review authority considers an application to alter, remove, or relocate any such tree or group of trees, the application shall first be referred to the Design Review and Preservation Board for its comments and recommendation(s), which shall be considered by the review authority before any determination is made on the application.
(Ord. 2025-003, 2/25/2025)
On January 9, 2001, the Santa Rosa City Council adopted the Processing Review Procedures for Owners of Historic Properties, which was intended to assist property owners, designers and citizens in the preservation of Santa Rosa's historic resources. The Director of Planning and Economic Development is authorized to make any necessary edits to the Processing Review Procedures for Owners of Historic Properties to ensure that the document is maintained consistent with the City Municipal Code. Such amended procedures shall supersede the procedures adopted by Council on January 9, 2001 by Resolution No. 24694.
(Ord. 2025-003, 2/25/2025)