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Longtime resident urges commission to protect 327 Pasadena Avenue and century‑old trees
Summary
A South Pasadena resident identified as Vance told the commission he and his family have lived at 327 Pasadena Avenue for decades and urged officials to protect his 1890 house and two 100‑plus‑year‑old backyard trees, saying his landlords have sought to remove trees and may intend to demolish the house for a five‑story apartment building.
During general public comment at the June 30 meeting, a longtime South Pasadena resident who identified himself as Vance urged the Cultural Heritage Commission to help protect his home and two century‑old trees at 327 Pasadena Avenue.
Vance said he has lived in South Pasadena for 47 years and that his house at 327 Pasadena Avenue was built in 1890 and has been listed in the city’s inventory of historic resources. He emphasized his family’s local ties and volunteer service and presented historical maps and aerial photographs to illustrate the house’s age and neighborhood context.
Vance told commissioners he believes his landlords have tried to remove the trees without a permit, appealed to remove them, and may intend to demolish the house to build a five‑story apartment building. He said, “They tried to trim them without a permit... Found out my landlords want to demolish the house, clean out all the trees, and build a 5 story apartment building.” He urged the commission to help preserve the property and its mature trees.
Commission members thanked Vance for speaking; staff noted there were no Zoom public commenters for general items. The commission did not take any formal action on the matter during the June 30 meeting; Vance’s remarks were recorded as public comment and may inform future review or enforcement actions if the matter is raised on a formal agenda.
