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Historic Preservation in San Leandro, CA (2026)

1 verified historic preservation rules for San Leandro, California, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.

Verified from official government sources

Historic-Cultural Monuments

San Leandro designates historic buildings, sites and districts as City Landmarks or Merit Resources under Municipal Code Chapter 4-26. The Planning Commission and City Council control exterior alterations and demolition once a resource is designated, requiring a certificate of approval first.

San Leandro City Landmark Designation

Some Restrictions

San Leandro Municipal Code § 4-26-1100 (Exterior Alterations to a Designated Historic Resource)

No person shall alter the exterior of a designated historic resource unless a certificate of approval has been issued in accordance with this Chapter. Nothing in this Chapter shall be construed to prevent the ordinary maintenance and repair of any exterior architectural feature on any designated historic resource that does not involve a change in the character-defining features of the designate...

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County ordinances apply to unincorporated areas and may supplement San Leandro city rules.

Historic Preservation in Alameda County