Historic Preservation in San Ramon, CA (2026)
1 verified historic preservation rules for San Ramon, California, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.
Verified from official government sources
Historic-Cultural Monuments
San Ramon protects historically and architecturally significant properties through the Landmark (-L) overlay zone under Municipal Code Section D2-31. A site, structure, or district can be designated a landmark for its heritage value, and once designated the Planning Commission must approve any exterior alteration, enlargement, or demolition before a building permit can be issued.
San Ramon Cultural Landmark Designation Rules
Significant RestrictionsSan Ramon Municipal Code Sec. D2-31(A)(1), (F)(2), (F)(4)
A. Purpose. The Landmark (-L) overlay zone is intended to implement the General Plan by: 1. Preventing the demolition, destruction, alteration, misuse, or neglect of historic or architecturally significant buildings that form an important link to San Ramon's past. ... F. Demolition and Design Review procedures. ... 2. Permit issuance. Commission approval shall be required in compliance with thi...
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