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Cultural Heritage Commission reviews Mills Act applications, debates prioritization and program limits
Summary
On June 25 the commission reviewed Mills Act applications for 1010 Mission Street and 227 Oak Lawn Avenue, confirmed financial analyses showing proposed rehabilitation costs exceed estimated tax benefits, and discussed ordinance limits and future staff reporting on contract progress.
The South Pasadena Cultural Heritage Commission on June 25 reviewed two Mills Act applications and discussed how to prioritize limited annual contract slots under local rules. Staff presented financial analyses showing both proposed rehabilitation projects exceed estimated tax savings over the first 10 years; commissioners asked for clarity on prioritization and reporting.
Dean Flores, acting planning manager in the Community Development Department, presented the Mills Act file for 1010 Mission Street (project 2539‑MIL). He said the Edwards & Fall Block Building, built in 1912 and carrying a historic status code of 1D (listed in the National Register), had a proposed 10‑year work program with an estimated total cost of $353,000 against estimated tax savings of $314,000 over the first 10 years;…
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