As of June 22, 2026, the Permit Center's new operating hours are:
Monday - Thursday & alternate Fridays from 8:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Closed alternate Fridays, Weekends and Holidays
The Building & Safety Division will be issuing a series of safety bulletins related to the windstorm and wildfire recovery efforts for damaged properties. Please check back regularly for updated information:
- Bulletin 1 - Building & Safety Colored Placards
- Bulletin 2 - GIS Map of Damaged Properties and Staff Contacts
- Bulletin 3 - Fire Debris Removal Program
- Bulletin 4 - Next Day Inspections for New Residential Units
- Bulletin 5 - New EPA Website for Phase 1 Recovery (Hazardous Waste Removal) Website will be continuously updated.
- Bulletin 6 - Refer to this Los Angeles County Homeowner’s Guide to Protect Your Property from Flash Flooding and Debris Flow After a Fire
- Bulletin 7 - Lithium Ion Batteries Burned by Wildfires
- Bulletin 8 - EPA Phase 1 Hazardous Material Removal Details
- Bulleting 9 - Right of Entry (ROE) and Opt-Out forms for Phase 2 Debris Removal Cleanup
- Bulletin 10 - Recovery Virtual Consultation with Planning Staff
- Bulletin 11 - Temporary Relocation of Schools
- Bulletin 12 - Phase 2 ROE Dashboard via US Army Corps of Engineers
- Bulletin 13 - Opting-Out of the Government-Run Debris Removal Program requires completion of the LA County Opt-Out Form, applying for a City of Pasadena Demolition Permit for 2025 Disaster, and submittal of the Pasadena Local (Opt-Out) Debris Removal Supplemental Application
- Bulletin 14 - Check the status of your ROE application
- Bulletin 15 - Hazardous Tree Waiver to retain specific trees on your property
- Bulletin 16 - View the Red Tag & ROE Status GIS map
- Bulletin 17 - The Foothill Catalog Foundation has prepared a collection of home designs through collaboration and partnerships with local architects, engineers, local governments and community members to help displaced residents rebuild their homes while retaining the area’s architectural character. To view the initial concept designs, visit: The Foothill Catalog Concept Designs
- Bulletin 18 - New 'Survivor Support Location' has opened at the Altadena Community Center as of June 2, 2025 which provides in-person recovery services following DRC closures in May. For more information, visit: Survivor Support Location
- Bulletin 19 - View the Rebuild Permit Status GIS map for the status of all plan check submittals for reconstruction.
- Bulletin 20 - View handout with information on Requirements for Foundation Soils Report
- Bulletin 21 - The City of Pasadena has launched a Fee Waiver and Refund Program for eligible properties.
| Department / Division / Section | Phone | |
|---|---|---|
| Building & Safety | (626) 744-7601 | permit_center_manager@cityofpasadena.net |
| Zoning | Available via email | zoningquestions@cityofpasadena.net |
| Design & Historic Preservation | Available via email | dhpquestions@cityofpasadena.net |
| Code Compliance | (626) 744-8633 | |
| Pre-Sale Self-Certification Program | (626) 744-8633 | |
| Fire Department | (626) 744-6885 | |
| Cultural Affairs & Film Office | (626) 744-3964 | |
| Public Works | Available via email | pw-permits@cityofpasadena.net |
For questions on permits or inspections, call (626) 744-4200 or email permit_center_manager@cityofpasadena.net
As of June 22, 2026, the Permit Center's new operating hours are:
Monday - Thursday & alternate Fridays from 8:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Closed alternate Fridays, Weekends and Holidays
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The Planning & Community Development Department champions economic vitality and safe livable neighborhoods, which reflect, preserve, and enhance Pasadena’s unique cultural and historic character; the department also promotes informed decision-making which facilitates sustainable development, affordable housing and reinvestment in the community.
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The Building & Safety Division is committed to serving as partners for solutions in the development of safe, healthy and economically viable neighborhoods.
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The Planning Division staff provides services and conduct activities which guide the City’s orderly development by applying the current zoning codes, facilitating development, implementing community plans, and preserving architectural and historic landmarks.
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The Arts and Cultural Affairs Division is responsible for the Annual Grants Program, Public Art Program, Public Art Master Plan, Cultural Nexus Plan, and the Pasadena Film Office.
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The objective of the City of Pasadena’s Code Compliance Division is to promote and maintain a safe and healthy living and working environment for our residents, businesses, and visitors.
Commissions & Meetings
Planning & Community Development oversees several commissions, meetings, and boards, including the Arts & Culture Commission and the Board of Zoning Appeals.