Search
 

Pasadena Approves Incentives for Adaptive Reuse Projects to Meet Housing Goal

The City waives zoning requirements and streamlines the approval process for adaptive reuse.

By Jack Rogers | March 20, 2025 at 08:14 AM

The City of Pasadena council has approved a range of incentives for adaptive reuse projects, including exemptions from dwelling units per acre requirements, flexibility on floor area ratios for modifications within existing buildings, and height allowances of up to 15 additional feet for residential amenities such as pools or fitness centers, as reported by Pasadena Now.

The ordinance requires a minimum average unit size of 450 square feet, with exceptions for projects that are 100% affordable or have fewer than 10 units. Each dwelling must have at least 150 square feet of open space, which can include common areas like lobbies with residential amenities and accessible rooftop areas.

NOT FOR REPRINT

© 2025 ALM Global, LLC, All Rights Reserved. Request academic re-use from www.copyright.com. All other uses, submit a request to [email protected]. For more information visit Asset & Logo Licensing.

GlobeSt

Join GlobeSt

Don't miss crucial news and insights you need to make informed commercial real estate decisions. Join GlobeSt.com now!

  • Free unlimited access to GlobeSt.com's trusted and independent team of experts who provide commercial real estate owners, investors, developers, brokers and finance professionals with comprehensive coverage, analysis and best practices necessary to innovate and build business.
  • Exclusive discounts on ALM and GlobeSt events.
  • Access to other award-winning ALM websites including ThinkAdvisor.com and Law.com.

Already have an account? Sign In Now
Join GlobeSt

Copyright © 2025 ALM Global, LLC. All Rights Reserved.