Claremont is an example of a city with an alternate approach to preservation. It has a historic preservation program, yet no true historic preservation ordinance. The city’s historic preservation program developed in the late 1960s, before a standard model with a historic preservation ordinance was common. The city started its first survey of historic resources in 1980 […]

Compton does not currently have a historic preservation ordinance. However, the goal of pursuing adoption of such an ordinance has been outlined in the draft of the City’s General Plan, which is currently being updated. Additionally, the City has expressed interest in identifying significant structures through a citywide survey. Despite lacking any historic preservation policies, Compton has […]

Covina established a historic preservation ordinance in 1997, which allows for the designation of individual landmarks.  The ordinance does not establish the ability to designate historic landmarks, and the designation of individual landmarks requires owner consent.  However, the City has not been active in the use of its historic preservation ordinance and has not yet designated […]

Reality and illusion blur in this shocking psychological thriller that tackles emotional abuse and first coined the term "gaslighting."

Culver City established its historic preservation ordinance in 1991. That same year, the city adopted its historic resource survey, which led to the simultaneous designation of over 100 historic structures and three historic districts. Not all of the designated sites are protected, however, as Culver City created a three-tiered approach to its landmark designations. The […]

Join the Conservancy for a guided walking tour through the historic neighborhood of Westwood-Holmby, or “Little Holmby

Pomona contains a remarkable diversity of historic resources ranging from adobe to Victorian-era nineteenth century residences to postwar modernism of the twentieth century. The city adopted its historic preservation ordinance in 1988 and has designated both local landmarks and historic districts. As a preservation incentive, the city offers the popular Mills Acts property tax abatement program. […]

El Monte does not currently have a historic preservation ordinance. The lack of any historic preservation policies prevents El Monte from offering protection to privately owned, historic resources. However, the City’s 2011 General Plan update incorporates a new Cultural Resources Element that was envisioned to serve as a guiding document that embodies how El Monte will […]