Redondo Beach, CA Historic Preservation: Historic-Cultural Monuments (2026)

201: it reflects special elements of the city's cultural, social, economic, political, aesthetic, engineering or architectural history; it is identified with historically significant persons or events; it embodies distinctive construction characteristics; it represents the notable work of a builder, designer or architect; or its unique location or physical characteristics make it an established visual landmark. 302 sets the minimum eligibility floor: the resource must be at least 50 years old, though the Public Amenities Commission, acting as the Preservation Commission, can accept a resource as young as 30 years if it finds the property exceptional or threatened by demolition, removal, relocation or inappropriate alteration.

301 may only come from the property owner or owners holding a controlling interest in the property. 308 must be made by resolution stating findings. 401 requires a certificate of appropriateness before anyone may alter, restore, demolish, remove or relocate a contributing exterior feature or any permanent sign visible from a public right-of-way, and that approval is required even when no other city permit is needed. 405 unless work has begun, and it can be extended up to 12 additional months. 312.