HISTORIC PRESERVATION OVERLAY ZONE DEPARTMENT OF CITY PLANNING

What is a Historic Preservation Overlay Zone (HPOZ)?

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Historic Preservation Overlay Zone is a zoning ordinance for a specified geographic area containing structures, landscape, natural features, or sites with historic, architectural, cultural or aesthetic significance. The intent of HPOZ’s is to protect and enhance the use of structures, features, sites, and areas that are reminders of the City’s history or which are unique and irreplaceable assets to the City and its neighbors or which are worthy examples of past architectural styles.

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develop and maintain an appropriate environment to preserve sites; stabilize communities; foster public appreciation and promote education by preserving the City’s history through phases of architecture; and ensure procedures comply with California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).

The benefits of HPOZ Designation are: control over exterior • alterations; • enhance the sense of community; • increase property values and possible tax savings; and • an elected Board to advise and review renovations.

Why is a HPOZ necessary and what is its purpose? An HPOZ is an effective tool which preserves the historic significance and integrity of development. The purpose of an HPOZ is to: • protect and enhance the historic neighborhoods which are unique and irreplaceable assets worthy of past architectural styles;

by the City Council. Once adopted, any project within its boundaries is required to follow its development standards.

When does a HPOZ become effective? A HPOZ becomes effective only after it is approved by the Cultural Heritage Commission and adopted

Is there a HPOZ in my community? You may go to the Department of City Planning’s website at http://cityplanning.lacity.org to see if there is a HPOZ in your community. Once at our website go to General Plan, Community Plans, select your Community Planning Area, then choose Other Plans/Guidelines. If there is a HPOZ in your area, it would be listed under this section.

HISTORIC PRESERVATION OVERLAY ZONE DEPARTMENT OF CITY PLANNING

What is a Historic Preservation Overlay Zone (HPOZ)?

A

Historic Preservation Overlay Zone is a zoning ordinance for a specified geographic area containing structures, landscape, natural features, or sites with historic, architectural, cultural or aesthetic significance. The intent of HPOZ’s is to protect and enhance the use of structures, features, sites, and areas that are reminders of the City’s history or which are unique and irreplaceable assets to the City and its neighbors or which are worthy examples of past architectural styles.

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develop and maintain an appropriate environment to preserve sites; stabilize communities; foster public appreciation and promote education by preserving the City’s history through phases of architecture; and ensure procedures comply with California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).

The benefits of HPOZ Designation are: control over exterior • alterations; • enhance the sense of community; • increase property values and possible tax savings; and • an elected Board to advise and review renovations.

Why is a HPOZ necessary and what is its purpose? An HPOZ is an effective tool which preserves the historic significance and integrity of development. The purpose of an HPOZ is to: • protect and enhance the historic neighborhoods which are unique and irreplaceable assets worthy of past architectural styles;

by the City Council. Once adopted, any project within its boundaries is required to follow its development standards.

When does a HPOZ become effective? A HPOZ becomes effective only after it is approved by the Cultural Heritage Commission and adopted

Is there a HPOZ in my community? You may go to the Department of City Planning’s website at http://cityplanning.lacity.org to see if there is a HPOZ in your community. Once at our website go to General Plan, Community Plans, select your Community Planning Area, then choose Other Plans/Guidelines. If there is a HPOZ in your area, it would be listed under this section.

HISTORIC PRESERVATION OVERLAY ZONE DEPARTMENT OF CITY PLANNING

What is a Historic Preservation Overlay Zone (HPOZ)?

A

Historic Preservation Overlay Zone is a zoning ordinance for a specified geographic area containing structures, landscape, natural features, or sites with historic, architectural, cultural or aesthetic significance. The intent of HPOZ’s is to protect and enhance the use of structures, features, sites, and areas that are reminders of the City’s history or which are unique and irreplaceable assets to the City and its neighbors or which are worthy examples of past architectural styles.

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develop and maintain an appropriate environment to preserve sites; stabilize communities; foster public appreciation and promote education by preserving the City’s history through phases of architecture; and ensure procedures comply with California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).

The benefits of HPOZ Designation are: control over exterior • alterations; • enhance the sense of community; • increase property values and possible tax savings; and • an elected Board to advise and review renovations.

Why is a HPOZ necessary and what is its purpose? An HPOZ is an effective tool which preserves the historic significance and integrity of development. The purpose of an HPOZ is to: • protect and enhance the historic neighborhoods which are unique and irreplaceable assets worthy of past architectural styles;

by the City Council. Once adopted, any project within its boundaries is required to follow its development standards.

When does a HPOZ become effective? A HPOZ becomes effective only after it is approved by the Cultural Heritage Commission and adopted

Is there a HPOZ in my community? You may go to the Department of City Planning’s website at http://cityplanning.lacity.org to see if there is a HPOZ in your community. Once at our website go to General Plan, Community Plans, select your Community Planning Area, then choose Other Plans/Guidelines. If there is a HPOZ in your area, it would be listed under this section.

HISTORIC PRESERVATION OVERLAY ZONE DEPARTMENT OF CITY PLANNING

What is a Historic Preservation Overlay Zone (HPOZ)?

A

Historic Preservation Overlay Zone is a zoning ordinance for a specified geographic area containing structures, landscape, natural features, or sites with historic, architectural, cultural or aesthetic significance. The intent of HPOZ’s is to protect and enhance the use of structures, features, sites, and areas that are reminders of the City’s history or which are unique and irreplaceable assets to the City and its neighbors or which are worthy examples of past architectural styles.

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develop and maintain an appropriate environment to preserve sites; stabilize communities; foster public appreciation and promote education by preserving the City’s history through phases of architecture; and ensure procedures comply with California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).

The benefits of HPOZ Designation are: control over exterior • alterations; • enhance the sense of community; • increase property values and possible tax savings; and • an elected Board to advise and review renovations.

Why is a HPOZ necessary and what is its purpose? An HPOZ is an effective tool which preserves the historic significance and integrity of development. The purpose of an HPOZ is to: • protect and enhance the historic neighborhoods which are unique and irreplaceable assets worthy of past architectural styles;

by the City Council. Once adopted, any project within its boundaries is required to follow its development standards.

When does a HPOZ become effective? A HPOZ becomes effective only after it is approved by the Cultural Heritage Commission and adopted

Is there a HPOZ in my community? You may go to the Department of City Planning’s website at http://cityplanning.lacity.org to see if there is a HPOZ in your community. Once at our website go to General Plan, Community Plans, select your Community Planning Area, then choose Other Plans/Guidelines. If there is a HPOZ in your area, it would be listed under this section.

HISTORIC PRESERVATION OVERLAY ZONE DEPARTMENT OF CITY PLANNING

What is a Historic Preservation Overlay Zone (HPOZ)?

A

Historic Preservation Overlay Zone is a zoning ordinance for a specified geographic area containing structures, landscape, natural features, or sites with historic, architectural, cultural or aesthetic significance. The intent of HPOZ’s is to protect and enhance the use of structures, features, sites, and areas that are reminders of the City’s history or which are unique and irreplaceable assets to the City and its neighbors or which are worthy examples of past architectural styles.

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develop and maintain an appropriate environment to preserve sites; stabilize communities; foster public appreciation and promote education by preserving the City’s history through phases of architecture; and ensure procedures comply with California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).

The benefits of HPOZ Designation are: control over exterior • alterations; • enhance the sense of community; • increase property values and possible tax savings; and • an elected Board to advise and review renovations.

Why is a HPOZ necessary and what is its purpose? An HPOZ is an effective tool which preserves the historic significance and integrity of development. The purpose of an HPOZ is to: • protect and enhance the historic neighborhoods which are unique and irreplaceable assets worthy of past architectural styles;

by the City Council. Once adopted, any project within its boundaries is required to follow its development standards.

When does a HPOZ become effective? A HPOZ becomes effective only after it is approved by the Cultural Heritage Commission and adopted

Is there a HPOZ in my community? You may go to the Department of City Planning’s website at http://cityplanning.lacity.org to see if there is a HPOZ in your community. Once at our website go to General Plan, Community Plans, select your Community Planning Area, then choose Other Plans/Guidelines. If there is a HPOZ in your area, it would be listed under this section.

HISTORIC PRESERVATION OVERLAY ZONE DEPARTMENT OF CITY PLANNING

What is a Historic Preservation Overlay Zone (HPOZ)?

A

Historic Preservation Overlay Zone is a zoning ordinance for a specified geographic area containing structures, landscape, natural features, or sites with historic, architectural, cultural or aesthetic significance. The intent of HPOZ’s is to protect and enhance the use of structures, features, sites, and areas that are reminders of the City’s history or which are unique and irreplaceable assets to the City and its neighbors or which are worthy examples of past architectural styles.

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develop and maintain an appropriate environment to preserve sites; stabilize communities; foster public appreciation and promote education by preserving the City’s history through phases of architecture; and ensure procedures comply with California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).

The benefits of HPOZ Designation are: control over exterior • alterations; • enhance the sense of community; • increase property values and possible tax savings; and • an elected Board to advise and review renovations.

Why is a HPOZ necessary and what is its purpose? An HPOZ is an effective tool which preserves the historic significance and integrity of development. The purpose of an HPOZ is to: • protect and enhance the historic neighborhoods which are unique and irreplaceable assets worthy of past architectural styles;

by the City Council. Once adopted, any project within its boundaries is required to follow its development standards.

When does a HPOZ become effective? A HPOZ becomes effective only after it is approved by the Cultural Heritage Commission and adopted

Is there a HPOZ in my community? You may go to the Department of City Planning’s website at http://cityplanning.lacity.org to see if there is a HPOZ in your community. Once at our website go to General Plan, Community Plans, select your Community Planning Area, then choose Other Plans/Guidelines. If there is a HPOZ in your area, it would be listed under this section.

HISTORIC PRESERVATION OVERLAY ZONE DEPARTMENT OF CITY PLANNING

What is a Historic Preservation Overlay Zone (HPOZ)?

A

Historic Preservation Overlay Zone is a zoning ordinance for a specified geographic area containing structures, landscape, natural features, or sites with historic, architectural, cultural or aesthetic significance. The intent of HPOZ’s is to protect and enhance the use of structures, features, sites, and areas that are reminders of the City’s history or which are unique and irreplaceable assets to the City and its neighbors or which are worthy examples of past architectural styles.

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develop and maintain an appropriate environment to preserve sites; stabilize communities; foster public appreciation and promote education by preserving the City’s history through phases of architecture; and ensure procedures comply with California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).

The benefits of HPOZ Designation are: control over exterior • alterations; • enhance the sense of community; • increase property values and possible tax savings; and • an elected Board to advise and review renovations.

Why is a HPOZ necessary and what is its purpose? An HPOZ is an effective tool which preserves the historic significance and integrity of development. The purpose of an HPOZ is to: • protect and enhance the historic neighborhoods which are unique and irreplaceable assets worthy of past architectural styles;

by the City Council. Once adopted, any project within its boundaries is required to follow its development standards.

When does a HPOZ become effective? A HPOZ becomes effective only after it is approved by the Cultural Heritage Commission and adopted

Is there a HPOZ in my community? You may go to the Department of City Planning’s website at http://cityplanning.lacity.org to see if there is a HPOZ in your community. Once at our website go to General Plan, Community Plans, select your Community Planning Area, then choose Other Plans/Guidelines. If there is a HPOZ in your area, it would be listed under this section.

HISTORIC PRESERVATION OVERLAY ZONE DEPARTMENT OF CITY PLANNING

What is a Historic Preservation Overlay Zone (HPOZ)?

A

Historic Preservation Overlay Zone is a zoning ordinance for a specified geographic area containing structures, landscape, natural features, or sites with historic, architectural, cultural or aesthetic significance. The intent of HPOZ’s is to protect and enhance the use of structures, features, sites, and areas that are reminders of the City’s history or which are unique and irreplaceable assets to the City and its neighbors or which are worthy examples of past architectural styles.

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develop and maintain an appropriate environment to preserve sites; stabilize communities; foster public appreciation and promote education by preserving the City’s history through phases of architecture; and ensure procedures comply with California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).

The benefits of HPOZ Designation are: control over exterior • alterations; • enhance the sense of community; • increase property values and possible tax savings; and • an elected Board to advise and review renovations.

Why is a HPOZ necessary and what is its purpose? An HPOZ is an effective tool which preserves the historic significance and integrity of development. The purpose of an HPOZ is to: • protect and enhance the historic neighborhoods which are unique and irreplaceable assets worthy of past architectural styles;

by the City Council. Once adopted, any project within its boundaries is required to follow its development standards.

When does a HPOZ become effective? A HPOZ becomes effective only after it is approved by the Cultural Heritage Commission and adopted

Is there a HPOZ in my community? You may go to the Department of City Planning’s website at http://cityplanning.lacity.org to see if there is a HPOZ in your community. Once at our website go to General Plan, Community Plans, select your Community Planning Area, then choose Other Plans/Guidelines. If there is a HPOZ in your area, it would be listed under this section.

HISTORIC PRESERVATION OVERLAY ZONE DEPARTMENT OF CITY PLANNING

What is a Historic Preservation Overlay Zone (HPOZ)?

A

Historic Preservation Overlay Zone is a zoning ordinance for a specified geographic area containing structures, landscape, natural features, or sites with historic, architectural, cultural or aesthetic significance. The intent of HPOZ’s is to protect and enhance the use of structures, features, sites, and areas that are reminders of the City’s history or which are unique and irreplaceable assets to the City and its neighbors or which are worthy examples of past architectural styles.

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develop and maintain an appropriate environment to preserve sites; stabilize communities; foster public appreciation and promote education by preserving the City’s history through phases of architecture; and ensure procedures comply with California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).

The benefits of HPOZ Designation are: control over exterior • alterations; • enhance the sense of community; • increase property values and possible tax savings; and • an elected Board to advise and review renovations.

Why is a HPOZ necessary and what is its purpose? An HPOZ is an effective tool which preserves the historic significance and integrity of development. The purpose of an HPOZ is to: • protect and enhance the historic neighborhoods which are unique and irreplaceable assets worthy of past architectural styles;

by the City Council. Once adopted, any project within its boundaries is required to follow its development standards.

When does a HPOZ become effective? A HPOZ becomes effective only after it is approved by the Cultural Heritage Commission and adopted

Is there a HPOZ in my community? You may go to the Department of City Planning’s website at http://cityplanning.lacity.org to see if there is a HPOZ in your community. Once at our website go to General Plan, Community Plans, select your Community Planning Area, then choose Other Plans/Guidelines. If there is a HPOZ in your area, it would be listed under this section.

HISTORIC PRESERVATION OVERLAY ZONE DEPARTMENT OF CITY PLANNING

What is a Historic Preservation Overlay Zone (HPOZ)?

A

Historic Preservation Overlay Zone is a zoning ordinance for a specified geographic area containing structures, landscape, natural features, or sites with historic, architectural, cultural or aesthetic significance. The intent of HPOZ’s is to protect and enhance the use of structures, features, sites, and areas that are reminders of the City’s history or which are unique and irreplaceable assets to the City and its neighbors or which are worthy examples of past architectural styles.

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develop and maintain an appropriate environment to preserve sites; stabilize communities; foster public appreciation and promote education by preserving the City’s history through phases of architecture; and ensure procedures comply with California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).

The benefits of HPOZ Designation are: control over exterior • alterations; • enhance the sense of community; • increase property values and possible tax savings; and • an elected Board to advise and review renovations.

Why is a HPOZ necessary and what is its purpose? An HPOZ is an effective tool which preserves the historic significance and integrity of development. The purpose of an HPOZ is to: • protect and enhance the historic neighborhoods which are unique and irreplaceable assets worthy of past architectural styles;

by the City Council. Once adopted, any project within its boundaries is required to follow its development standards.

When does a HPOZ become effective? A HPOZ becomes effective only after it is approved by the Cultural Heritage Commission and adopted

Is there a HPOZ in my community? You may go to the Department of City Planning’s website at http://cityplanning.lacity.org to see if there is a HPOZ in your community. Once at our website go to General Plan, Community Plans, select your Community Planning Area, then choose Other Plans/Guidelines. If there is a HPOZ in your area, it would be listed under this section.

HISTORIC PRESERVATION OVERLAY ZONE DEPARTMENT OF CITY PLANNING

What is a Historic Preservation Overlay Zone (HPOZ)?

A

Historic Preservation Overlay Zone is a zoning ordinance for a specified geographic area containing structures, landscape, natural features, or sites with historic, architectural, cultural or aesthetic significance. The intent of HPOZ’s is to protect and enhance the use of structures, features, sites, and areas that are reminders of the City’s history or which are unique and irreplaceable assets to the City and its neighbors or which are worthy examples of past architectural styles.

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develop and maintain an appropriate environment to preserve sites; stabilize communities; foster public appreciation and promote education by preserving the City’s history through phases of architecture; and ensure procedures comply with California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).

The benefits of HPOZ Designation are: control over exterior • alterations; • enhance the sense of community; • increase property values and possible tax savings; and • an elected Board to advise and review renovations.

Why is a HPOZ necessary and what is its purpose? An HPOZ is an effective tool which preserves the historic significance and integrity of development. The purpose of an HPOZ is to: • protect and enhance the historic neighborhoods which are unique and irreplaceable assets worthy of past architectural styles;

by the City Council. Once adopted, any project within its boundaries is required to follow its development standards.

When does a HPOZ become effective? A HPOZ becomes effective only after it is approved by the Cultural Heritage Commission and adopted

Is there a HPOZ in my community? You may go to the Department of City Planning’s website at http://cityplanning.lacity.org to see if there is a HPOZ in your community. Once at our website go to General Plan, Community Plans, select your Community Planning Area, then choose Other Plans/Guidelines. If there is a HPOZ in your area, it would be listed under this section.

HISTORIC PRESERVATION OVERLAY ZONE DEPARTMENT OF CITY PLANNING

What is a Historic Preservation Overlay Zone (HPOZ)?

A

Historic Preservation Overlay Zone is a zoning ordinance for a specified geographic area containing structures, landscape, natural features, or sites with historic, architectural, cultural or aesthetic significance. The intent of HPOZ’s is to protect and enhance the use of structures, features, sites, and areas that are reminders of the City’s history or which are unique and irreplaceable assets to the City and its neighbors or which are worthy examples of past architectural styles.

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develop and maintain an appropriate environment to preserve sites; stabilize communities; foster public appreciation and promote education by preserving the City’s history through phases of architecture; and ensure procedures comply with California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).

The benefits of HPOZ Designation are: control over exterior • alterations; • enhance the sense of community; • increase property values and possible tax savings; and • an elected Board to advise and review renovations.

Why is a HPOZ necessary and what is its purpose? An HPOZ is an effective tool which preserves the historic significance and integrity of development. The purpose of an HPOZ is to: • protect and enhance the historic neighborhoods which are unique and irreplaceable assets worthy of past architectural styles;

by the City Council. Once adopted, any project within its boundaries is required to follow its development standards.

When does a HPOZ become effective? A HPOZ becomes effective only after it is approved by the Cultural Heritage Commission and adopted

Is there a HPOZ in my community? You may go to the Department of City Planning’s website at http://cityplanning.lacity.org to see if there is a HPOZ in your community. Once at our website go to General Plan, Community Plans, select your Community Planning Area, then choose Other Plans/Guidelines. If there is a HPOZ in your area, it would be listed under this section.

HISTORIC PRESERVATION OVERLAY ZONE DEPARTMENT OF CITY PLANNING

What is a Historic Preservation Overlay Zone (HPOZ)?

A

Historic Preservation Overlay Zone is a zoning ordinance for a specified geographic area containing structures, landscape, natural features, or sites with historic, architectural, cultural or aesthetic significance. The intent of HPOZ’s is to protect and enhance the use of structures, features, sites, and areas that are reminders of the City’s history or which are unique and irreplaceable assets to the City and its neighbors or which are worthy examples of past architectural styles.

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develop and maintain an appropriate environment to preserve sites; stabilize communities; foster public appreciation and promote education by preserving the City’s history through phases of architecture; and ensure procedures comply with California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).

The benefits of HPOZ Designation are: control over exterior • alterations; • enhance the sense of community; • increase property values and possible tax savings; and • an elected Board to advise and review renovations.

Why is a HPOZ necessary and what is its purpose? An HPOZ is an effective tool which preserves the historic significance and integrity of development. The purpose of an HPOZ is to: • protect and enhance the historic neighborhoods which are unique and irreplaceable assets worthy of past architectural styles;

by the City Council. Once adopted, any project within its boundaries is required to follow its development standards.

When does a HPOZ become effective? A HPOZ becomes effective only after it is approved by the Cultural Heritage Commission and adopted

Is there a HPOZ in my community? You may go to the Department of City Planning’s website at http://cityplanning.lacity.org to see if there is a HPOZ in your community. Once at our website go to General Plan, Community Plans, select your Community Planning Area, then choose Other Plans/Guidelines. If there is a HPOZ in your area, it would be listed under this section.

HISTORIC PRESERVATION OVERLAY ZONE DEPARTMENT OF CITY PLANNING

What is a Historic Preservation Overlay Zone (HPOZ)?

A

Historic Preservation Overlay Zone is a zoning ordinance for a specified geographic area containing structures, landscape, natural features, or sites with historic, architectural, cultural or aesthetic significance. The intent of HPOZ’s is to protect and enhance the use of structures, features, sites, and areas that are reminders of the City’s history or which are unique and irreplaceable assets to the City and its neighbors or which are worthy examples of past architectural styles.

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develop and maintain an appropriate environment to preserve sites; stabilize communities; foster public appreciation and promote education by preserving the City’s history through phases of architecture; and ensure procedures comply with California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).

The benefits of HPOZ Designation are: control over exterior • alterations; • enhance the sense of community; • increase property values and possible tax savings; and • an elected Board to advise and review renovations.

Why is a HPOZ necessary and what is its purpose? An HPOZ is an effective tool which preserves the historic significance and integrity of development. The purpose of an HPOZ is to: • protect and enhance the historic neighborhoods which are unique and irreplaceable assets worthy of past architectural styles;

by the City Council. Once adopted, any project within its boundaries is required to follow its development standards.

When does a HPOZ become effective? A HPOZ becomes effective only after it is approved by the Cultural Heritage Commission and adopted

Is there a HPOZ in my community? You may go to the Department of City Planning’s website at http://cityplanning.lacity.org to see if there is a HPOZ in your community. Once at our website go to General Plan, Community Plans, select your Community Planning Area, then choose Other Plans/Guidelines. If there is a HPOZ in your area, it would be listed under this section.

HISTORIC PRESERVATION OVERLAY ZONE DEPARTMENT OF CITY PLANNING

What is a Historic Preservation Overlay Zone (HPOZ)?

A

Historic Preservation Overlay Zone is a zoning ordinance for a specified geographic area containing structures, landscape, natural features, or sites with historic, architectural, cultural or aesthetic significance. The intent of HPOZ’s is to protect and enhance the use of structures, features, sites, and areas that are reminders of the City’s history or which are unique and irreplaceable assets to the City and its neighbors or which are worthy examples of past architectural styles.

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develop and maintain an appropriate environment to preserve sites; stabilize communities; foster public appreciation and promote education by preserving the City’s history through phases of architecture; and ensure procedures comply with California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).

The benefits of HPOZ Designation are: control over exterior • alterations; • enhance the sense of community; • increase property values and possible tax savings; and • an elected Board to advise and review renovations.

Why is a HPOZ necessary and what is its purpose? An HPOZ is an effective tool which preserves the historic significance and integrity of development. The purpose of an HPOZ is to: • protect and enhance the historic neighborhoods which are unique and irreplaceable assets worthy of past architectural styles;

by the City Council. Once adopted, any project within its boundaries is required to follow its development standards.

When does a HPOZ become effective? A HPOZ becomes effective only after it is approved by the Cultural Heritage Commission and adopted

Is there a HPOZ in my community? You may go to the Department of City Planning’s website at http://cityplanning.lacity.org to see if there is a HPOZ in your community. Once at our website go to General Plan, Community Plans, select your Community Planning Area, then choose Other Plans/Guidelines. If there is a HPOZ in your area, it would be listed under this section.

HISTORIC PRESERVATION OVERLAY ZONE DEPARTMENT OF CITY PLANNING

What is a Historic Preservation Overlay Zone (HPOZ)?

A

Historic Preservation Overlay Zone is a zoning ordinance for a specified geographic area containing structures, landscape, natural features, or sites with historic, architectural, cultural or aesthetic significance. The intent of HPOZ’s is to protect and enhance the use of structures, features, sites, and areas that are reminders of the City’s history or which are unique and irreplaceable assets to the City and its neighbors or which are worthy examples of past architectural styles.

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develop and maintain an appropriate environment to preserve sites; stabilize communities; foster public appreciation and promote education by preserving the City’s history through phases of architecture; and ensure procedures comply with California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).

The benefits of HPOZ Designation are: control over exterior • alterations; • enhance the sense of community; • increase property values and possible tax savings; and • an elected Board to advise and review renovations.

Why is a HPOZ necessary and what is its purpose? An HPOZ is an effective tool which preserves the historic significance and integrity of development. The purpose of an HPOZ is to: • protect and enhance the historic neighborhoods which are unique and irreplaceable assets worthy of past architectural styles;

by the City Council. Once adopted, any project within its boundaries is required to follow its development standards.

When does a HPOZ become effective? A HPOZ becomes effective only after it is approved by the Cultural Heritage Commission and adopted

Is there a HPOZ in my community? You may go to the Department of City Planning’s website at http://cityplanning.lacity.org to see if there is a HPOZ in your community. Once at our website go to General Plan, Community Plans, select your Community Planning Area, then choose Other Plans/Guidelines. If there is a HPOZ in your area, it would be listed under this section.

HISTORIC PRESERVATION OVERLAY ZONE DEPARTMENT OF CITY PLANNING

What is a Historic Preservation Overlay Zone (HPOZ)?

A

Historic Preservation Overlay Zone is a zoning ordinance for a specified geographic area containing structures, landscape, natural features, or sites with historic, architectural, cultural or aesthetic significance. The intent of HPOZ’s is to protect and enhance the use of structures, features, sites, and areas that are reminders of the City’s history or which are unique and irreplaceable assets to the City and its neighbors or which are worthy examples of past architectural styles.

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develop and maintain an appropriate environment to preserve sites; stabilize communities; foster public appreciation and promote education by preserving the City’s history through phases of architecture; and ensure procedures comply with California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).

The benefits of HPOZ Designation are: control over exterior • alterations; • enhance the sense of community; • increase property values and possible tax savings; and • an elected Board to advise and review renovations.

Why is a HPOZ necessary and what is its purpose? An HPOZ is an effective tool which preserves the historic significance and integrity of development. The purpose of an HPOZ is to: • protect and enhance the historic neighborhoods which are unique and irreplaceable assets worthy of past architectural styles;

by the City Council. Once adopted, any project within its boundaries is required to follow its development standards.

When does a HPOZ become effective? A HPOZ becomes effective only after it is approved by the Cultural Heritage Commission and adopted

Is there a HPOZ in my community? You may go to the Department of City Planning’s website at http://cityplanning.lacity.org to see if there is a HPOZ in your community. Once at our website go to General Plan, Community Plans, select your Community Planning Area, then choose Other Plans/Guidelines. If there is a HPOZ in your area, it would be listed under this section.

HISTORIC PRESERVATION OVERLAY ZONE DEPARTMENT OF CITY PLANNING

What is a Historic Preservation Overlay Zone (HPOZ)?

A

Historic Preservation Overlay Zone is a zoning ordinance for a specified geographic area containing structures, landscape, natural features, or sites with historic, architectural, cultural or aesthetic significance. The intent of HPOZ’s is to protect and enhance the use of structures, features, sites, and areas that are reminders of the City’s history or which are unique and irreplaceable assets to the City and its neighbors or which are worthy examples of past architectural styles.

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develop and maintain an appropriate environment to preserve sites; stabilize communities; foster public appreciation and promote education by preserving the City’s history through phases of architecture; and ensure procedures comply with California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).

The benefits of HPOZ Designation are: control over exterior • alterations; • enhance the sense of community; • increase property values and possible tax savings; and • an elected Board to advise and review renovations.

Why is a HPOZ necessary and what is its purpose? An HPOZ is an effective tool which preserves the historic significance and integrity of development. The purpose of an HPOZ is to: • protect and enhance the historic neighborhoods which are unique and irreplaceable assets worthy of past architectural styles;

by the City Council. Once adopted, any project within its boundaries is required to follow its development standards.

When does a HPOZ become effective? A HPOZ becomes effective only after it is approved by the Cultural Heritage Commission and adopted

Is there a HPOZ in my community? You may go to the Department of City Planning’s website at http://cityplanning.lacity.org to see if there is a HPOZ in your community. Once at our website go to General Plan, Community Plans, select your Community Planning Area, then choose Other Plans/Guidelines. If there is a HPOZ in your area, it would be listed under this section.

HISTORIC PRESERVATION OVERLAY ZONE DEPARTMENT OF CITY PLANNING

What is a Historic Preservation Overlay Zone (HPOZ)?

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Historic Preservation Overlay Zone is a zoning ordinance for a specified geographic area containing structures, landscape, natural features, or sites with historic, architectural, cultural or aesthetic significance. The intent of HPOZ’s is to protect and enhance the use of structures, features, sites, and areas that are reminders of the City’s history or which are unique and irreplaceable assets to the City and its neighbors or which are worthy examples of past architectural styles.

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develop and maintain an appropriate environment to preserve sites; stabilize communities; foster public appreciation and promote education by preserving the City’s history through phases of architecture; and ensure procedures comply with California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).

The benefits of HPOZ Designation are: control over exterior • alterations; • enhance the sense of community; • increase property values and possible tax savings; and • an elected Board to advise and review renovations.

Why is a HPOZ necessary and what is its purpose? An HPOZ is an effective tool which preserves the historic significance and integrity of development. The purpose of an HPOZ is to: • protect and enhance the historic neighborhoods which are unique and irreplaceable assets worthy of past architectural styles;

by the City Council. Once adopted, any project within its boundaries is required to follow its development standards.

When does a HPOZ become effective? A HPOZ becomes effective only after it is approved by the Cultural Heritage Commission and adopted

Is there a HPOZ in my community? You may go to the Department of City Planning’s website at http://cityplanning.lacity.org to see if there is a HPOZ in your community. Once at our website go to General Plan, Community Plans, select your Community Planning Area, then choose Other Plans/Guidelines. If there is a HPOZ in your area, it would be listed under this section.

HISTORIC PRESERVATION OVERLAY ZONE DEPARTMENT OF CITY PLANNING

What is a Historic Preservation Overlay Zone (HPOZ)?

A

Historic Preservation Overlay Zone is a zoning ordinance for a specified geographic area containing structures, landscape, natural features, or sites with historic, architectural, cultural or aesthetic significance. The intent of HPOZ’s is to protect and enhance the use of structures, features, sites, and areas that are reminders of the City’s history or which are unique and irreplaceable assets to the City and its neighbors or which are worthy examples of past architectural styles.

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develop and maintain an appropriate environment to preserve sites; stabilize communities; foster public appreciation and promote education by preserving the City’s history through phases of architecture; and ensure procedures comply with California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).

The benefits of HPOZ Designation are: control over exterior • alterations; • enhance the sense of community; • increase property values and possible tax savings; and • an elected Board to advise and review renovations.

Why is a HPOZ necessary and what is its purpose? An HPOZ is an effective tool which preserves the historic significance and integrity of development. The purpose of an HPOZ is to: • protect and enhance the historic neighborhoods which are unique and irreplaceable assets worthy of past architectural styles;

by the City Council. Once adopted, any project within its boundaries is required to follow its development standards.

When does a HPOZ become effective? A HPOZ becomes effective only after it is approved by the Cultural Heritage Commission and adopted

Is there a HPOZ in my community? You may go to the Department of City Planning’s website at http://cityplanning.lacity.org to see if there is a HPOZ in your community. Once at our website go to General Plan, Community Plans, select your Community Planning Area, then choose Other Plans/Guidelines. If there is a HPOZ in your area, it would be listed under this section.

HISTORIC PRESERVATION OVERLAY ZONE DEPARTMENT OF CITY PLANNING

What is a Historic Preservation Overlay Zone (HPOZ)?

A

Historic Preservation Overlay Zone is a zoning ordinance for a specified geographic area containing structures, landscape, natural features, or sites with historic, architectural, cultural or aesthetic significance. The intent of HPOZ’s is to protect and enhance the use of structures, features, sites, and areas that are reminders of the City’s history or which are unique and irreplaceable assets to the City and its neighbors or which are worthy examples of past architectural styles.

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develop and maintain an appropriate environment to preserve sites; stabilize communities; foster public appreciation and promote education by preserving the City’s history through phases of architecture; and ensure procedures comply with California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).

The benefits of HPOZ Designation are: control over exterior • alterations; • enhance the sense of community; • increase property values and possible tax savings; and • an elected Board to advise and review renovations.

Why is a HPOZ necessary and what is its purpose? An HPOZ is an effective tool which preserves the historic significance and integrity of development. The purpose of an HPOZ is to: • protect and enhance the historic neighborhoods which are unique and irreplaceable assets worthy of past architectural styles;

by the City Council. Once adopted, any project within its boundaries is required to follow its development standards.

When does a HPOZ become effective? A HPOZ becomes effective only after it is approved by the Cultural Heritage Commission and adopted

Is there a HPOZ in my community? You may go to the Department of City Planning’s website at http://cityplanning.lacity.org to see if there is a HPOZ in your community. Once at our website go to General Plan, Community Plans, select your Community Planning Area, then choose Other Plans/Guidelines. If there is a HPOZ in your area, it would be listed under this section.

HISTORIC PRESERVATION OVERLAY ZONE DEPARTMENT OF CITY PLANNING

What is a Historic Preservation Overlay Zone (HPOZ)?

A

Historic Preservation Overlay Zone is a zoning ordinance for a specified geographic area containing structures, landscape, natural features, or sites with historic, architectural, cultural or aesthetic significance. The intent of HPOZ’s is to protect and enhance the use of structures, features, sites, and areas that are reminders of the City’s history or which are unique and irreplaceable assets to the City and its neighbors or which are worthy examples of past architectural styles.

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develop and maintain an appropriate environment to preserve sites; stabilize communities; foster public appreciation and promote education by preserving the City’s history through phases of architecture; and ensure procedures comply with California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).

The benefits of HPOZ Designation are: control over exterior • alterations; • enhance the sense of community; • increase property values and possible tax savings; and • an elected Board to advise and review renovations.

Why is a HPOZ necessary and what is its purpose? An HPOZ is an effective tool which preserves the historic significance and integrity of development. The purpose of an HPOZ is to: • protect and enhance the historic neighborhoods which are unique and irreplaceable assets worthy of past architectural styles;

by the City Council. Once adopted, any project within its boundaries is required to follow its development standards.

When does a HPOZ become effective? A HPOZ becomes effective only after it is approved by the Cultural Heritage Commission and adopted

Is there a HPOZ in my community? You may go to the Department of City Planning’s website at http://cityplanning.lacity.org to see if there is a HPOZ in your community. Once at our website go to General Plan, Community Plans, select your Community Planning Area, then choose Other Plans/Guidelines. If there is a HPOZ in your area, it would be listed under this section.

HISTORIC PRESERVATION OVERLAY ZONE DEPARTMENT OF CITY PLANNING

What is a Historic Preservation Overlay Zone (HPOZ)?

A

Historic Preservation Overlay Zone is a zoning ordinance for a specified geographic area containing structures, landscape, natural features, or sites with historic, architectural, cultural or aesthetic significance. The intent of HPOZ’s is to protect and enhance the use of structures, features, sites, and areas that are reminders of the City’s history or which are unique and irreplaceable assets to the City and its neighbors or which are worthy examples of past architectural styles.

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develop and maintain an appropriate environment to preserve sites; stabilize communities; foster public appreciation and promote education by preserving the City’s history through phases of architecture; and ensure procedures comply with California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).

The benefits of HPOZ Designation are: control over exterior • alterations; • enhance the sense of community; • increase property values and possible tax savings; and • an elected Board to advise and review renovations.

Why is a HPOZ necessary and what is its purpose? An HPOZ is an effective tool which preserves the historic significance and integrity of development. The purpose of an HPOZ is to: • protect and enhance the historic neighborhoods which are unique and irreplaceable assets worthy of past architectural styles;

by the City Council. Once adopted, any project within its boundaries is required to follow its development standards.

When does a HPOZ become effective? A HPOZ becomes effective only after it is approved by the Cultural Heritage Commission and adopted

Is there a HPOZ in my community? You may go to the Department of City Planning’s website at http://cityplanning.lacity.org to see if there is a HPOZ in your community. Once at our website go to General Plan, Community Plans, select your Community Planning Area, then choose Other Plans/Guidelines. If there is a HPOZ in your area, it would be listed under this section.

HISTORIC PRESERVATION OVERLAY ZONE DEPARTMENT OF CITY PLANNING

What is a Historic Preservation Overlay Zone (HPOZ)?

A

Historic Preservation Overlay Zone is a zoning ordinance for a specified geographic area containing structures, landscape, natural features, or sites with historic, architectural, cultural or aesthetic significance. The intent of HPOZ’s is to protect and enhance the use of structures, features, sites, and areas that are reminders of the City’s history or which are unique and irreplaceable assets to the City and its neighbors or which are worthy examples of past architectural styles.

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develop and maintain an appropriate environment to preserve sites; stabilize communities; foster public appreciation and promote education by preserving the City’s history through phases of architecture; and ensure procedures comply with California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).

The benefits of HPOZ Designation are: control over exterior • alterations; • enhance the sense of community; • increase property values and possible tax savings; and • an elected Board to advise and review renovations.

Why is a HPOZ necessary and what is its purpose? An HPOZ is an effective tool which preserves the historic significance and integrity of development. The purpose of an HPOZ is to: • protect and enhance the historic neighborhoods which are unique and irreplaceable assets worthy of past architectural styles;

by the City Council. Once adopted, any project within its boundaries is required to follow its development standards.

When does a HPOZ become effective? A HPOZ becomes effective only after it is approved by the Cultural Heritage Commission and adopted

Is there a HPOZ in my community? You may go to the Department of City Planning’s website at http://cityplanning.lacity.org to see if there is a HPOZ in your community. Once at our website go to General Plan, Community Plans, select your Community Planning Area, then choose Other Plans/Guidelines. If there is a HPOZ in your area, it would be listed under this section.

HISTORIC PRESERVATION OVERLAY ZONE DEPARTMENT OF CITY PLANNING

What is a Historic Preservation Overlay Zone (HPOZ)?

A

Historic Preservation Overlay Zone is a zoning ordinance for a specified geographic area containing structures, landscape, natural features, or sites with historic, architectural, cultural or aesthetic significance. The intent of HPOZ’s is to protect and enhance the use of structures, features, sites, and areas that are reminders of the City’s history or which are unique and irreplaceable assets to the City and its neighbors or which are worthy examples of past architectural styles.

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develop and maintain an appropriate environment to preserve sites; stabilize communities; foster public appreciation and promote education by preserving the City’s history through phases of architecture; and ensure procedures comply with California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).

The benefits of HPOZ Designation are: control over exterior • alterations; • enhance the sense of community; • increase property values and possible tax savings; and • an elected Board to advise and review renovations.

Why is a HPOZ necessary and what is its purpose? An HPOZ is an effective tool which preserves the historic significance and integrity of development. The purpose of an HPOZ is to: • protect and enhance the historic neighborhoods which are unique and irreplaceable assets worthy of past architectural styles;

by the City Council. Once adopted, any project within its boundaries is required to follow its development standards.

When does a HPOZ become effective? A HPOZ becomes effective only after it is approved by the Cultural Heritage Commission and adopted

Is there a HPOZ in my community? You may go to the Department of City Planning’s website at http://cityplanning.lacity.org to see if there is a HPOZ in your community. Once at our website go to General Plan, Community Plans, select your Community Planning Area, then choose Other Plans/Guidelines. If there is a HPOZ in your area, it would be listed under this section.

HISTORIC PRESERVATION OVERLAY ZONE DEPARTMENT OF CITY PLANNING

What is a Historic Preservation Overlay Zone (HPOZ)?

A

Historic Preservation Overlay Zone is a zoning ordinance for a specified geographic area containing structures, landscape, natural features, or sites with historic, architectural, cultural or aesthetic significance. The intent of HPOZ’s is to protect and enhance the use of structures, features, sites, and areas that are reminders of the City’s history or which are unique and irreplaceable assets to the City and its neighbors or which are worthy examples of past architectural styles.

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develop and maintain an appropriate environment to preserve sites; stabilize communities; foster public appreciation and promote education by preserving the City’s history through phases of architecture; and ensure procedures comply with California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).

The benefits of HPOZ Designation are: control over exterior • alterations; • enhance the sense of community; • increase property values and possible tax savings; and • an elected Board to advise and review renovations.

Why is a HPOZ necessary and what is its purpose? An HPOZ is an effective tool which preserves the historic significance and integrity of development. The purpose of an HPOZ is to: • protect and enhance the historic neighborhoods which are unique and irreplaceable assets worthy of past architectural styles;

by the City Council. Once adopted, any project within its boundaries is required to follow its development standards.

When does a HPOZ become effective? A HPOZ becomes effective only after it is approved by the Cultural Heritage Commission and adopted

Is there a HPOZ in my community? You may go to the Department of City Planning’s website at http://cityplanning.lacity.org to see if there is a HPOZ in your community. Once at our website go to General Plan, Community Plans, select your Community Planning Area, then choose Other Plans/Guidelines. If there is a HPOZ in your area, it would be listed under this section.

HISTORIC PRESERVATION OVERLAY ZONE DEPARTMENT OF CITY PLANNING

What is a Historic Preservation Overlay Zone (HPOZ)?

A

Historic Preservation Overlay Zone is a zoning ordinance for a specified geographic area containing structures, landscape, natural features, or sites with historic, architectural, cultural or aesthetic significance. The intent of HPOZ’s is to protect and enhance the use of structures, features, sites, and areas that are reminders of the City’s history or which are unique and irreplaceable assets to the City and its neighbors or which are worthy examples of past architectural styles.

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develop and maintain an appropriate environment to preserve sites; stabilize communities; foster public appreciation and promote education by preserving the City’s history through phases of architecture; and ensure procedures comply with California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).

The benefits of HPOZ Designation are: control over exterior • alterations; • enhance the sense of community; • increase property values and possible tax savings; and • an elected Board to advise and review renovations.

Why is a HPOZ necessary and what is its purpose? An HPOZ is an effective tool which preserves the historic significance and integrity of development. The purpose of an HPOZ is to: • protect and enhance the historic neighborhoods which are unique and irreplaceable assets worthy of past architectural styles;

by the City Council. Once adopted, any project within its boundaries is required to follow its development standards.

When does a HPOZ become effective? A HPOZ becomes effective only after it is approved by the Cultural Heritage Commission and adopted

Is there a HPOZ in my community? You may go to the Department of City Planning’s website at http://cityplanning.lacity.org to see if there is a HPOZ in your community. Once at our website go to General Plan, Community Plans, select your Community Planning Area, then choose Other Plans/Guidelines. If there is a HPOZ in your area, it would be listed under this section.

HISTORIC PRESERVATION OVERLAY ZONE DEPARTMENT OF CITY PLANNING

What is a Historic Preservation Overlay Zone (HPOZ)?

A

Historic Preservation Overlay Zone is a zoning ordinance for a specified geographic area containing structures, landscape, natural features, or sites with historic, architectural, cultural or aesthetic significance. The intent of HPOZ’s is to protect and enhance the use of structures, features, sites, and areas that are reminders of the City’s history or which are unique and irreplaceable assets to the City and its neighbors or which are worthy examples of past architectural styles.

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develop and maintain an appropriate environment to preserve sites; stabilize communities; foster public appreciation and promote education by preserving the City’s history through phases of architecture; and ensure procedures comply with California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).

The benefits of HPOZ Designation are: control over exterior • alterations; • enhance the sense of community; • increase property values and possible tax savings; and • an elected Board to advise and review renovations.

Why is a HPOZ necessary and what is its purpose? An HPOZ is an effective tool which preserves the historic significance and integrity of development. The purpose of an HPOZ is to: • protect and enhance the historic neighborhoods which are unique and irreplaceable assets worthy of past architectural styles;

by the City Council. Once adopted, any project within its boundaries is required to follow its development standards.

When does a HPOZ become effective? A HPOZ becomes effective only after it is approved by the Cultural Heritage Commission and adopted

Is there a HPOZ in my community? You may go to the Department of City Planning’s website at http://cityplanning.lacity.org to see if there is a HPOZ in your community. Once at our website go to General Plan, Community Plans, select your Community Planning Area, then choose Other Plans/Guidelines. If there is a HPOZ in your area, it would be listed under this section.

HISTORIC PRESERVATION OVERLAY ZONE DEPARTMENT OF CITY PLANNING

What is a Historic Preservation Overlay Zone (HPOZ)?

A

Historic Preservation Overlay Zone is a zoning ordinance for a specified geographic area containing structures, landscape, natural features, or sites with historic, architectural, cultural or aesthetic significance. The intent of HPOZ’s is to protect and enhance the use of structures, features, sites, and areas that are reminders of the City’s history or which are unique and irreplaceable assets to the City and its neighbors or which are worthy examples of past architectural styles.

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develop and maintain an appropriate environment to preserve sites; stabilize communities; foster public appreciation and promote education by preserving the City’s history through phases of architecture; and ensure procedures comply with California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).

The benefits of HPOZ Designation are: control over exterior • alterations; • enhance the sense of community; • increase property values and possible tax savings; and • an elected Board to advise and review renovations.

Why is a HPOZ necessary and what is its purpose? An HPOZ is an effective tool which preserves the historic significance and integrity of development. The purpose of an HPOZ is to: • protect and enhance the historic neighborhoods which are unique and irreplaceable assets worthy of past architectural styles;

by the City Council. Once adopted, any project within its boundaries is required to follow its development standards.

When does a HPOZ become effective? A HPOZ becomes effective only after it is approved by the Cultural Heritage Commission and adopted

Is there a HPOZ in my community? You may go to the Department of City Planning’s website at http://cityplanning.lacity.org to see if there is a HPOZ in your community. Once at our website go to General Plan, Community Plans, select your Community Planning Area, then choose Other Plans/Guidelines. If there is a HPOZ in your area, it would be listed under this section.

HISTORIC PRESERVATION OVERLAY ZONE DEPARTMENT OF CITY PLANNING

What is a Historic Preservation Overlay Zone (HPOZ)?

A

Historic Preservation Overlay Zone is a zoning ordinance for a specified geographic area containing structures, landscape, natural features, or sites with historic, architectural, cultural or aesthetic significance. The intent of HPOZ’s is to protect and enhance the use of structures, features, sites, and areas that are reminders of the City’s history or which are unique and irreplaceable assets to the City and its neighbors or which are worthy examples of past architectural styles.

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develop and maintain an appropriate environment to preserve sites; stabilize communities; foster public appreciation and promote education by preserving the City’s history through phases of architecture; and ensure procedures comply with California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).

The benefits of HPOZ Designation are: control over exterior • alterations; • enhance the sense of community; • increase property values and possible tax savings; and • an elected Board to advise and review renovations.

Why is a HPOZ necessary and what is its purpose? An HPOZ is an effective tool which preserves the historic significance and integrity of development. The purpose of an HPOZ is to: • protect and enhance the historic neighborhoods which are unique and irreplaceable assets worthy of past architectural styles;

by the City Council. Once adopted, any project within its boundaries is required to follow its development standards.

When does a HPOZ become effective? A HPOZ becomes effective only after it is approved by the Cultural Heritage Commission and adopted

Is there a HPOZ in my community? You may go to the Department of City Planning’s website at http://cityplanning.lacity.org to see if there is a HPOZ in your community. Once at our website go to General Plan, Community Plans, select your Community Planning Area, then choose Other Plans/Guidelines. If there is a HPOZ in your area, it would be listed under this section.

HISTORIC PRESERVATION OVERLAY ZONE DEPARTMENT OF CITY PLANNING

What is a Historic Preservation Overlay Zone (HPOZ)?

A

Historic Preservation Overlay Zone is a zoning ordinance for a specified geographic area containing structures, landscape, natural features, or sites with historic, architectural, cultural or aesthetic significance. The intent of HPOZ’s is to protect and enhance the use of structures, features, sites, and areas that are reminders of the City’s history or which are unique and irreplaceable assets to the City and its neighbors or which are worthy examples of past architectural styles.

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develop and maintain an appropriate environment to preserve sites; stabilize communities; foster public appreciation and promote education by preserving the City’s history through phases of architecture; and ensure procedures comply with California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).

The benefits of HPOZ Designation are: control over exterior • alterations; • enhance the sense of community; • increase property values and possible tax savings; and • an elected Board to advise and review renovations.

Why is a HPOZ necessary and what is its purpose? An HPOZ is an effective tool which preserves the historic significance and integrity of development. The purpose of an HPOZ is to: • protect and enhance the historic neighborhoods which are unique and irreplaceable assets worthy of past architectural styles;

by the City Council. Once adopted, any project within its boundaries is required to follow its development standards.

When does a HPOZ become effective? A HPOZ becomes effective only after it is approved by the Cultural Heritage Commission and adopted

Is there a HPOZ in my community? You may go to the Department of City Planning’s website at http://cityplanning.lacity.org to see if there is a HPOZ in your community. Once at our website go to General Plan, Community Plans, select your Community Planning Area, then choose Other Plans/Guidelines. If there is a HPOZ in your area, it would be listed under this section.

HISTORIC PRESERVATION OVERLAY ZONE DEPARTMENT OF CITY PLANNING

What is a Historic Preservation Overlay Zone (HPOZ)?

A

Historic Preservation Overlay Zone is a zoning ordinance for a specified geographic area containing structures, landscape, natural features, or sites with historic, architectural, cultural or aesthetic significance. The intent of HPOZ’s is to protect and enhance the use of structures, features, sites, and areas that are reminders of the City’s history or which are unique and irreplaceable assets to the City and its neighbors or which are worthy examples of past architectural styles.

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develop and maintain an appropriate environment to preserve sites; stabilize communities; foster public appreciation and promote education by preserving the City’s history through phases of architecture; and ensure procedures comply with California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).

The benefits of HPOZ Designation are: control over exterior • alterations; • enhance the sense of community; • increase property values and possible tax savings; and • an elected Board to advise and review renovations.

Why is a HPOZ necessary and what is its purpose? An HPOZ is an effective tool which preserves the historic significance and integrity of development. The purpose of an HPOZ is to: • protect and enhance the historic neighborhoods which are unique and irreplaceable assets worthy of past architectural styles;

by the City Council. Once adopted, any project within its boundaries is required to follow its development standards.

When does a HPOZ become effective? A HPOZ becomes effective only after it is approved by the Cultural Heritage Commission and adopted

Is there a HPOZ in my community? You may go to the Department of City Planning’s website at http://cityplanning.lacity.org to see if there is a HPOZ in your community. Once at our website go to General Plan, Community Plans, select your Community Planning Area, then choose Other Plans/Guidelines. If there is a HPOZ in your area, it would be listed under this section.

HISTORIC PRESERVATION OVERLAY ZONE DEPARTMENT OF CITY PLANNING

What is a Historic Preservation Overlay Zone (HPOZ)?

A

Historic Preservation Overlay Zone is a zoning ordinance for a specified geographic area containing structures, landscape, natural features, or sites with historic, architectural, cultural or aesthetic significance. The intent of HPOZ’s is to protect and enhance the use of structures, features, sites, and areas that are reminders of the City’s history or which are unique and irreplaceable assets to the City and its neighbors or which are worthy examples of past architectural styles.

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develop and maintain an appropriate environment to preserve sites; stabilize communities; foster public appreciation and promote education by preserving the City’s history through phases of architecture; and ensure procedures comply with California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).

The benefits of HPOZ Designation are: control over exterior • alterations; • enhance the sense of community; • increase property values and possible tax savings; and • an elected Board to advise and review renovations.

Why is a HPOZ necessary and what is its purpose? An HPOZ is an effective tool which preserves the historic significance and integrity of development. The purpose of an HPOZ is to: • protect and enhance the historic neighborhoods which are unique and irreplaceable assets worthy of past architectural styles;

by the City Council. Once adopted, any project within its boundaries is required to follow its development standards.

When does a HPOZ become effective? A HPOZ becomes effective only after it is approved by the Cultural Heritage Commission and adopted

Is there a HPOZ in my community? You may go to the Department of City Planning’s website at http://cityplanning.lacity.org to see if there is a HPOZ in your community. Once at our website go to General Plan, Community Plans, select your Community Planning Area, then choose Other Plans/Guidelines. If there is a HPOZ in your area, it would be listed under this section.

HISTORIC PRESERVATION OVERLAY ZONE DEPARTMENT OF CITY PLANNING

What is a Historic Preservation Overlay Zone (HPOZ)?

A

Historic Preservation Overlay Zone is a zoning ordinance for a specified geographic area containing structures, landscape, natural features, or sites with historic, architectural, cultural or aesthetic significance. The intent of HPOZ’s is to protect and enhance the use of structures, features, sites, and areas that are reminders of the City’s history or which are unique and irreplaceable assets to the City and its neighbors or which are worthy examples of past architectural styles.

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develop and maintain an appropriate environment to preserve sites; stabilize communities; foster public appreciation and promote education by preserving the City’s history through phases of architecture; and ensure procedures comply with California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).

The benefits of HPOZ Designation are: control over exterior • alterations; • enhance the sense of community; • increase property values and possible tax savings; and • an elected Board to advise and review renovations.

Why is a HPOZ necessary and what is its purpose? An HPOZ is an effective tool which preserves the historic significance and integrity of development. The purpose of an HPOZ is to: • protect and enhance the historic neighborhoods which are unique and irreplaceable assets worthy of past architectural styles;

by the City Council. Once adopted, any project within its boundaries is required to follow its development standards.

When does a HPOZ become effective? A HPOZ becomes effective only after it is approved by the Cultural Heritage Commission and adopted

Is there a HPOZ in my community? You may go to the Department of City Planning’s website at http://cityplanning.lacity.org to see if there is a HPOZ in your community. Once at our website go to General Plan, Community Plans, select your Community Planning Area, then choose Other Plans/Guidelines. If there is a HPOZ in your area, it would be listed under this section.

HISTORIC PRESERVATION OVERLAY ZONE DEPARTMENT OF CITY PLANNING

What is a Historic Preservation Overlay Zone (HPOZ)?

A

Historic Preservation Overlay Zone is a zoning ordinance for a specified geographic area containing structures, landscape, natural features, or sites with historic, architectural, cultural or aesthetic significance. The intent of HPOZ’s is to protect and enhance the use of structures, features, sites, and areas that are reminders of the City’s history or which are unique and irreplaceable assets to the City and its neighbors or which are worthy examples of past architectural styles.

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develop and maintain an appropriate environment to preserve sites; stabilize communities; foster public appreciation and promote education by preserving the City’s history through phases of architecture; and ensure procedures comply with California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).

The benefits of HPOZ Designation are: control over exterior • alterations; • enhance the sense of community; • increase property values and possible tax savings; and • an elected Board to advise and review renovations.

Why is a HPOZ necessary and what is its purpose? An HPOZ is an effective tool which preserves the historic significance and integrity of development. The purpose of an HPOZ is to: • protect and enhance the historic neighborhoods which are unique and irreplaceable assets worthy of past architectural styles;

by the City Council. Once adopted, any project within its boundaries is required to follow its development standards.

When does a HPOZ become effective? A HPOZ becomes effective only after it is approved by the Cultural Heritage Commission and adopted

Is there a HPOZ in my community? You may go to the Department of City Planning’s website at http://cityplanning.lacity.org to see if there is a HPOZ in your community. Once at our website go to General Plan, Community Plans, select your Community Planning Area, then choose Other Plans/Guidelines. If there is a HPOZ in your area, it would be listed under this section.

HISTORIC PRESERVATION OVERLAY ZONE DEPARTMENT OF CITY PLANNING

What is a Historic Preservation Overlay Zone (HPOZ)?

A

Historic Preservation Overlay Zone is a zoning ordinance for a specified geographic area containing structures, landscape, natural features, or sites with historic, architectural, cultural or aesthetic significance. The intent of HPOZ’s is to protect and enhance the use of structures, features, sites, and areas that are reminders of the City’s history or which are unique and irreplaceable assets to the City and its neighbors or which are worthy examples of past architectural styles.

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develop and maintain an appropriate environment to preserve sites; stabilize communities; foster public appreciation and promote education by preserving the City’s history through phases of architecture; and ensure procedures comply with California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).

The benefits of HPOZ Designation are: control over exterior • alterations; • enhance the sense of community; • increase property values and possible tax savings; and • an elected Board to advise and review renovations.

Why is a HPOZ necessary and what is its purpose? An HPOZ is an effective tool which preserves the historic significance and integrity of development. The purpose of an HPOZ is to: • protect and enhance the historic neighborhoods which are unique and irreplaceable assets worthy of past architectural styles;

by the City Council. Once adopted, any project within its boundaries is required to follow its development standards.

When does a HPOZ become effective? A HPOZ becomes effective only after it is approved by the Cultural Heritage Commission and adopted

Is there a HPOZ in my community? You may go to the Department of City Planning’s website at http://cityplanning.lacity.org to see if there is a HPOZ in your community. Once at our website go to General Plan, Community Plans, select your Community Planning Area, then choose Other Plans/Guidelines. If there is a HPOZ in your area, it would be listed under this section.

HISTORIC PRESERVATION OVERLAY ZONE DEPARTMENT OF CITY PLANNING

What is a Historic Preservation Overlay Zone (HPOZ)?

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Historic Preservation Overlay Zone is a zoning ordinance for a specified geographic area containing structures, landscape, natural features, or sites with historic, architectural, cultural or aesthetic significance. The intent of HPOZ’s is to protect and enhance the use of structures, features, sites, and areas that are reminders of the City’s history or which are unique and irreplaceable assets to the City and its neighbors or which are worthy examples of past architectural styles.

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develop and maintain an appropriate environment to preserve sites; stabilize communities; foster public appreciation and promote education by preserving the City’s history through phases of architecture; and ensure procedures comply with California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).

The benefits of HPOZ Designation are: control over exterior • alterations; • enhance the sense of community; • increase property values and possible tax savings; and • an elected Board to advise and review renovations.

Why is a HPOZ necessary and what is its purpose? An HPOZ is an effective tool which preserves the historic significance and integrity of development. The purpose of an HPOZ is to: • protect and enhance the historic neighborhoods which are unique and irreplaceable assets worthy of past architectural styles;

by the City Council. Once adopted, any project within its boundaries is required to follow its development standards.

When does a HPOZ become effective? A HPOZ becomes effective only after it is approved by the Cultural Heritage Commission and adopted

Is there a HPOZ in my community? You may go to the Department of City Planning’s website at http://cityplanning.lacity.org to see if there is a HPOZ in your community. Once at our website go to General Plan, Community Plans, select your Community Planning Area, then choose Other Plans/Guidelines. If there is a HPOZ in your area, it would be listed under this section.

HISTORIC PRESERVATION OVERLAY ZONE DEPARTMENT OF CITY PLANNING

What is a Historic Preservation Overlay Zone (HPOZ)?

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Historic Preservation Overlay Zone is a zoning ordinance for a specified geographic area containing structures, landscape, natural features, or sites with historic, architectural, cultural or aesthetic significance. The intent of HPOZ’s is to protect and enhance the use of structures, features, sites, and areas that are reminders of the City’s history or which are unique and irreplaceable assets to the City and its neighbors or which are worthy examples of past architectural styles.

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develop and maintain an appropriate environment to preserve sites; stabilize communities; foster public appreciation and promote education by preserving the City’s history through phases of architecture; and ensure procedures comply with California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).

The benefits of HPOZ Designation are: control over exterior • alterations; • enhance the sense of community; • increase property values and possible tax savings; and • an elected Board to advise and review renovations.

Why is a HPOZ necessary and what is its purpose? An HPOZ is an effective tool which preserves the historic significance and integrity of development. The purpose of an HPOZ is to: • protect and enhance the historic neighborhoods which are unique and irreplaceable assets worthy of past architectural styles;

by the City Council. Once adopted, any project within its boundaries is required to follow its development standards.

When does a HPOZ become effective? A HPOZ becomes effective only after it is approved by the Cultural Heritage Commission and adopted

Is there a HPOZ in my community? You may go to the Department of City Planning’s website at http://cityplanning.lacity.org to see if there is a HPOZ in your community. Once at our website go to General Plan, Community Plans, select your Community Planning Area, then choose Other Plans/Guidelines. If there is a HPOZ in your area, it would be listed under this section.

HISTORIC PRESERVATION OVERLAY ZONE DEPARTMENT OF CITY PLANNING

What is a Historic Preservation Overlay Zone (HPOZ)?

A

Historic Preservation Overlay Zone is a zoning ordinance for a specified geographic area containing structures, landscape, natural features, or sites with historic, architectural, cultural or aesthetic significance. The intent of HPOZ’s is to protect and enhance the use of structures, features, sites, and areas that are reminders of the City’s history or which are unique and irreplaceable assets to the City and its neighbors or which are worthy examples of past architectural styles.

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develop and maintain an appropriate environment to preserve sites; stabilize communities; foster public appreciation and promote education by preserving the City’s history through phases of architecture; and ensure procedures comply with California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).

The benefits of HPOZ Designation are: control over exterior • alterations; • enhance the sense of community; • increase property values and possible tax savings; and • an elected Board to advise and review renovations.

Why is a HPOZ necessary and what is its purpose? An HPOZ is an effective tool which preserves the historic significance and integrity of development. The purpose of an HPOZ is to: • protect and enhance the historic neighborhoods which are unique and irreplaceable assets worthy of past architectural styles;

by the City Council. Once adopted, any project within its boundaries is required to follow its development standards.

When does a HPOZ become effective? A HPOZ becomes effective only after it is approved by the Cultural Heritage Commission and adopted

Is there a HPOZ in my community? You may go to the Department of City Planning’s website at http://cityplanning.lacity.org to see if there is a HPOZ in your community. Once at our website go to General Plan, Community Plans, select your Community Planning Area, then choose Other Plans/Guidelines. If there is a HPOZ in your area, it would be listed under this section.

HISTORIC PRESERVATION OVERLAY ZONE DEPARTMENT OF CITY PLANNING

What is a Historic Preservation Overlay Zone (HPOZ)?

A

Historic Preservation Overlay Zone is a zoning ordinance for a specified geographic area containing structures, landscape, natural features, or sites with historic, architectural, cultural or aesthetic significance. The intent of HPOZ’s is to protect and enhance the use of structures, features, sites, and areas that are reminders of the City’s history or which are unique and irreplaceable assets to the City and its neighbors or which are worthy examples of past architectural styles.

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develop and maintain an appropriate environment to preserve sites; stabilize communities; foster public appreciation and promote education by preserving the City’s history through phases of architecture; and ensure procedures comply with California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).

The benefits of HPOZ Designation are: control over exterior • alterations; • enhance the sense of community; • increase property values and possible tax savings; and • an elected Board to advise and review renovations.

Why is a HPOZ necessary and what is its purpose? An HPOZ is an effective tool which preserves the historic significance and integrity of development. The purpose of an HPOZ is to: • protect and enhance the historic neighborhoods which are unique and irreplaceable assets worthy of past architectural styles;

by the City Council. Once adopted, any project within its boundaries is required to follow its development standards.

When does a HPOZ become effective? A HPOZ becomes effective only after it is approved by the Cultural Heritage Commission and adopted

Is there a HPOZ in my community? You may go to the Department of City Planning’s website at http://cityplanning.lacity.org to see if there is a HPOZ in your community. Once at our website go to General Plan, Community Plans, select your Community Planning Area, then choose Other Plans/Guidelines. If there is a HPOZ in your area, it would be listed under this section.

HISTORIC PRESERVATION OVERLAY ZONE DEPARTMENT OF CITY PLANNING

What is a Historic Preservation Overlay Zone (HPOZ)?

A

Historic Preservation Overlay Zone is a zoning ordinance for a specified geographic area containing structures, landscape, natural features, or sites with historic, architectural, cultural or aesthetic significance. The intent of HPOZ’s is to protect and enhance the use of structures, features, sites, and areas that are reminders of the City’s history or which are unique and irreplaceable assets to the City and its neighbors or which are worthy examples of past architectural styles.

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develop and maintain an appropriate environment to preserve sites; stabilize communities; foster public appreciation and promote education by preserving the City’s history through phases of architecture; and ensure procedures comply with California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).

The benefits of HPOZ Designation are: control over exterior • alterations; • enhance the sense of community; • increase property values and possible tax savings; and • an elected Board to advise and review renovations.

Why is a HPOZ necessary and what is its purpose? An HPOZ is an effective tool which preserves the historic significance and integrity of development. The purpose of an HPOZ is to: • protect and enhance the historic neighborhoods which are unique and irreplaceable assets worthy of past architectural styles;

by the City Council. Once adopted, any project within its boundaries is required to follow its development standards.

When does a HPOZ become effective? A HPOZ becomes effective only after it is approved by the Cultural Heritage Commission and adopted

Is there a HPOZ in my community? You may go to the Department of City Planning’s website at http://cityplanning.lacity.org to see if there is a HPOZ in your community. Once at our website go to General Plan, Community Plans, select your Community Planning Area, then choose Other Plans/Guidelines. If there is a HPOZ in your area, it would be listed under this section.

HISTORIC PRESERVATION OVERLAY ZONE DEPARTMENT OF CITY PLANNING

What is a Historic Preservation Overlay Zone (HPOZ)?

A

Historic Preservation Overlay Zone is a zoning ordinance for a specified geographic area containing structures, landscape, natural features, or sites with historic, architectural, cultural or aesthetic significance. The intent of HPOZ’s is to protect and enhance the use of structures, features, sites, and areas that are reminders of the City’s history or which are unique and irreplaceable assets to the City and its neighbors or which are worthy examples of past architectural styles.

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develop and maintain an appropriate environment to preserve sites; stabilize communities; foster public appreciation and promote education by preserving the City’s history through phases of architecture; and ensure procedures comply with California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).

The benefits of HPOZ Designation are: control over exterior • alterations; • enhance the sense of community; • increase property values and possible tax savings; and • an elected Board to advise and review renovations.

Why is a HPOZ necessary and what is its purpose? An HPOZ is an effective tool which preserves the historic significance and integrity of development. The purpose of an HPOZ is to: • protect and enhance the historic neighborhoods which are unique and irreplaceable assets worthy of past architectural styles;

by the City Council. Once adopted, any project within its boundaries is required to follow its development standards.

When does a HPOZ become effective? A HPOZ becomes effective only after it is approved by the Cultural Heritage Commission and adopted

Is there a HPOZ in my community? You may go to the Department of City Planning’s website at http://cityplanning.lacity.org to see if there is a HPOZ in your community. Once at our website go to General Plan, Community Plans, select your Community Planning Area, then choose Other Plans/Guidelines. If there is a HPOZ in your area, it would be listed under this section.

HISTORIC PRESERVATION OVERLAY ZONE DEPARTMENT OF CITY PLANNING

What is a Historic Preservation Overlay Zone (HPOZ)?

A

Historic Preservation Overlay Zone is a zoning ordinance for a specified geographic area containing structures, landscape, natural features, or sites with historic, architectural, cultural or aesthetic significance. The intent of HPOZ’s is to protect and enhance the use of structures, features, sites, and areas that are reminders of the City’s history or which are unique and irreplaceable assets to the City and its neighbors or which are worthy examples of past architectural styles.

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•

develop and maintain an appropriate environment to preserve sites; stabilize communities; foster public appreciation and promote education by preserving the City’s history through phases of architecture; and ensure procedures comply with California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).

The benefits of HPOZ Designation are: control over exterior • alterations; • enhance the sense of community; • increase property values and possible tax savings; and • an elected Board to advise and review renovations.

Why is a HPOZ necessary and what is its purpose? An HPOZ is an effective tool which preserves the historic significance and integrity of development. The purpose of an HPOZ is to: • protect and enhance the historic neighborhoods which are unique and irreplaceable assets worthy of past architectural styles;

by the City Council. Once adopted, any project within its boundaries is required to follow its development standards.

When does a HPOZ become effective? A HPOZ becomes effective only after it is approved by the Cultural Heritage Commission and adopted

Is there a HPOZ in my community? You may go to the Department of City Planning’s website at http://cityplanning.lacity.org to see if there is a HPOZ in your community. Once at our website go to General Plan, Community Plans, select your Community Planning Area, then choose Other Plans/Guidelines. If there is a HPOZ in your area, it would be listed under this section.

HISTORIC PRESERVATION OVERLAY ZONE DEPARTMENT OF CITY PLANNING

What is a Historic Preservation Overlay Zone (HPOZ)?

A

Historic Preservation Overlay Zone is a zoning ordinance for a specified geographic area containing structures, landscape, natural features, or sites with historic, architectural, cultural or aesthetic significance. The intent of HPOZ’s is to protect and enhance the use of structures, features, sites, and areas that are reminders of the City’s history or which are unique and irreplaceable assets to the City and its neighbors or which are worthy examples of past architectural styles.

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•

develop and maintain an appropriate environment to preserve sites; stabilize communities; foster public appreciation and promote education by preserving the City’s history through phases of architecture; and ensure procedures comply with California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).

The benefits of HPOZ Designation are: control over exterior • alterations; • enhance the sense of community; • increase property values and possible tax savings; and • an elected Board to advise and review renovations.

Why is a HPOZ necessary and what is its purpose? An HPOZ is an effective tool which preserves the historic significance and integrity of development. The purpose of an HPOZ is to: • protect and enhance the historic neighborhoods which are unique and irreplaceable assets worthy of past architectural styles;

by the City Council. Once adopted, any project within its boundaries is required to follow its development standards.

When does a HPOZ become effective? A HPOZ becomes effective only after it is approved by the Cultural Heritage Commission and adopted

Is there a HPOZ in my community? You may go to the Department of City Planning’s website at http://cityplanning.lacity.org to see if there is a HPOZ in your community. Once at our website go to General Plan, Community Plans, select your Community Planning Area, then choose Other Plans/Guidelines. If there is a HPOZ in your area, it would be listed under this section.

HISTORIC PRESERVATION OVERLAY ZONE DEPARTMENT OF CITY PLANNING

What is a Historic Preservation Overlay Zone (HPOZ)?

A

Historic Preservation Overlay Zone is a zoning ordinance for a specified geographic area containing structures, landscape, natural features, or sites with historic, architectural, cultural or aesthetic significance. The intent of HPOZ’s is to protect and enhance the use of structures, features, sites, and areas that are reminders of the City’s history or which are unique and irreplaceable assets to the City and its neighbors or which are worthy examples of past architectural styles.

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•

develop and maintain an appropriate environment to preserve sites; stabilize communities; foster public appreciation and promote education by preserving the City’s history through phases of architecture; and ensure procedures comply with California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).

The benefits of HPOZ Designation are: control over exterior • alterations; • enhance the sense of community; • increase property values and possible tax savings; and • an elected Board to advise and review renovations.

Why is a HPOZ necessary and what is its purpose? An HPOZ is an effective tool which preserves the historic significance and integrity of development. The purpose of an HPOZ is to: • protect and enhance the historic neighborhoods which are unique and irreplaceable assets worthy of past architectural styles;

by the City Council. Once adopted, any project within its boundaries is required to follow its development standards.

When does a HPOZ become effective? A HPOZ becomes effective only after it is approved by the Cultural Heritage Commission and adopted

Is there a HPOZ in my community? You may go to the Department of City Planning’s website at http://cityplanning.lacity.org to see if there is a HPOZ in your community. Once at our website go to General Plan, Community Plans, select your Community Planning Area, then choose Other Plans/Guidelines. If there is a HPOZ in your area, it would be listed under this section.

HISTORIC PRESERVATION OVERLAY ZONE DEPARTMENT OF CITY PLANNING

What is a Historic Preservation Overlay Zone (HPOZ)?

A

Historic Preservation Overlay Zone is a zoning ordinance for a specified geographic area containing structures, landscape, natural features, or sites with historic, architectural, cultural or aesthetic significance. The intent of HPOZ’s is to protect and enhance the use of structures, features, sites, and areas that are reminders of the City’s history or which are unique and irreplaceable assets to the City and its neighbors or which are worthy examples of past architectural styles.

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develop and maintain an appropriate environment to preserve sites; stabilize communities; foster public appreciation and promote education by preserving the City’s history through phases of architecture; and ensure procedures comply with California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).

The benefits of HPOZ Designation are: control over exterior • alterations; • enhance the sense of community; • increase property values and possible tax savings; and • an elected Board to advise and review renovations.

Why is a HPOZ necessary and what is its purpose? An HPOZ is an effective tool which preserves the historic significance and integrity of development. The purpose of an HPOZ is to: • protect and enhance the historic neighborhoods which are unique and irreplaceable assets worthy of past architectural styles;

by the City Council. Once adopted, any project within its boundaries is required to follow its development standards.

When does a HPOZ become effective? A HPOZ becomes effective only after it is approved by the Cultural Heritage Commission and adopted

Is there a HPOZ in my community? You may go to the Department of City Planning’s website at http://cityplanning.lacity.org to see if there is a HPOZ in your community. Once at our website go to General Plan, Community Plans, select your Community Planning Area, then choose Other Plans/Guidelines. If there is a HPOZ in your area, it would be listed under this section.

HISTORIC PRESERVATION OVERLAY ZONE DEPARTMENT OF CITY PLANNING

What is a Historic Preservation Overlay Zone (HPOZ)?

A

Historic Preservation Overlay Zone is a zoning ordinance for a specified geographic area containing structures, landscape, natural features, or sites with historic, architectural, cultural or aesthetic significance. The intent of HPOZ’s is to protect and enhance the use of structures, features, sites, and areas that are reminders of the City’s history or which are unique and irreplaceable assets to the City and its neighbors or which are worthy examples of past architectural styles.

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•

develop and maintain an appropriate environment to preserve sites; stabilize communities; foster public appreciation and promote education by preserving the City’s history through phases of architecture; and ensure procedures comply with California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).

The benefits of HPOZ Designation are: control over exterior • alterations; • enhance the sense of community; • increase property values and possible tax savings; and • an elected Board to advise and review renovations.

Why is a HPOZ necessary and what is its purpose? An HPOZ is an effective tool which preserves the historic significance and integrity of development. The purpose of an HPOZ is to: • protect and enhance the historic neighborhoods which are unique and irreplaceable assets worthy of past architectural styles;

by the City Council. Once adopted, any project within its boundaries is required to follow its development standards.

When does a HPOZ become effective? A HPOZ becomes effective only after it is approved by the Cultural Heritage Commission and adopted

Is there a HPOZ in my community? You may go to the Department of City Planning’s website at http://cityplanning.lacity.org to see if there is a HPOZ in your community. Once at our website go to General Plan, Community Plans, select your Community Planning Area, then choose Other Plans/Guidelines. If there is a HPOZ in your area, it would be listed under this section.

HISTORIC PRESERVATION OVERLAY ZONE DEPARTMENT OF CITY PLANNING

What is a Historic Preservation Overlay Zone (HPOZ)?

A

Historic Preservation Overlay Zone is a zoning ordinance for a specified geographic area containing structures, landscape, natural features, or sites with historic, architectural, cultural or aesthetic significance. The intent of HPOZ’s is to protect and enhance the use of structures, features, sites, and areas that are reminders of the City’s history or which are unique and irreplaceable assets to the City and its neighbors or which are worthy examples of past architectural styles.

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•

develop and maintain an appropriate environment to preserve sites; stabilize communities; foster public appreciation and promote education by preserving the City’s history through phases of architecture; and ensure procedures comply with California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).

The benefits of HPOZ Designation are: control over exterior • alterations; • enhance the sense of community; • increase property values and possible tax savings; and • an elected Board to advise and review renovations.

Why is a HPOZ necessary and what is its purpose? An HPOZ is an effective tool which preserves the historic significance and integrity of development. The purpose of an HPOZ is to: • protect and enhance the historic neighborhoods which are unique and irreplaceable assets worthy of past architectural styles;

by the City Council. Once adopted, any project within its boundaries is required to follow its development standards.

When does a HPOZ become effective? A HPOZ becomes effective only after it is approved by the Cultural Heritage Commission and adopted

Is there a HPOZ in my community? You may go to the Department of City Planning’s website at http://cityplanning.lacity.org to see if there is a HPOZ in your community. Once at our website go to General Plan, Community Plans, select your Community Planning Area, then choose Other Plans/Guidelines. If there is a HPOZ in your area, it would be listed under this section.

HISTORIC PRESERVATION OVERLAY ZONE DEPARTMENT OF CITY PLANNING

What is a Historic Preservation Overlay Zone (HPOZ)?

A

Historic Preservation Overlay Zone is a zoning ordinance for a specified geographic area containing structures, landscape, natural features, or sites with historic, architectural, cultural or aesthetic significance. The intent of HPOZ’s is to protect and enhance the use of structures, features, sites, and areas that are reminders of the City’s history or which are unique and irreplaceable assets to the City and its neighbors or which are worthy examples of past architectural styles.

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•

develop and maintain an appropriate environment to preserve sites; stabilize communities; foster public appreciation and promote education by preserving the City’s history through phases of architecture; and ensure procedures comply with California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).

The benefits of HPOZ Designation are: control over exterior • alterations; • enhance the sense of community; • increase property values and possible tax savings; and • an elected Board to advise and review renovations.

Why is a HPOZ necessary and what is its purpose? An HPOZ is an effective tool which preserves the historic significance and integrity of development. The purpose of an HPOZ is to: • protect and enhance the historic neighborhoods which are unique and irreplaceable assets worthy of past architectural styles;

by the City Council. Once adopted, any project within its boundaries is required to follow its development standards.

When does a HPOZ become effective? A HPOZ becomes effective only after it is approved by the Cultural Heritage Commission and adopted

Is there a HPOZ in my community? You may go to the Department of City Planning’s website at http://cityplanning.lacity.org to see if there is a HPOZ in your community. Once at our website go to General Plan, Community Plans, select your Community Planning Area, then choose Other Plans/Guidelines. If there is a HPOZ in your area, it would be listed under this section.

HISTORIC PRESERVATION OVERLAY ZONE DEPARTMENT OF CITY PLANNING

What is a Historic Preservation Overlay Zone (HPOZ)?

A

Historic Preservation Overlay Zone is a zoning ordinance for a specified geographic area containing structures, landscape, natural features, or sites with historic, architectural, cultural or aesthetic significance. The intent of HPOZ’s is to protect and enhance the use of structures, features, sites, and areas that are reminders of the City’s history or which are unique and irreplaceable assets to the City and its neighbors or which are worthy examples of past architectural styles.

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•

develop and maintain an appropriate environment to preserve sites; stabilize communities; foster public appreciation and promote education by preserving the City’s history through phases of architecture; and ensure procedures comply with California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).

The benefits of HPOZ Designation are: control over exterior • alterations; • enhance the sense of community; • increase property values and possible tax savings; and • an elected Board to advise and review renovations.

Why is a HPOZ necessary and what is its purpose? An HPOZ is an effective tool which preserves the historic significance and integrity of development. The purpose of an HPOZ is to: • protect and enhance the historic neighborhoods which are unique and irreplaceable assets worthy of past architectural styles;

by the City Council. Once adopted, any project within its boundaries is required to follow its development standards.

When does a HPOZ become effective? A HPOZ becomes effective only after it is approved by the Cultural Heritage Commission and adopted

Is there a HPOZ in my community? You may go to the Department of City Planning’s website at http://cityplanning.lacity.org to see if there is a HPOZ in your community. Once at our website go to General Plan, Community Plans, select your Community Planning Area, then choose Other Plans/Guidelines. If there is a HPOZ in your area, it would be listed under this section.