City Council

14. APPROVE THE DESIGNATION OF THE HERNLY HOUSE AT 1475 SCENIC DRIVE AS A LANDMARK (Planning Dept.) Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council: (1) Find that the designation of a historic resource is categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Section 15308, Class 8 of the CEQA Guidelines pertaining to Actions by Regulatory Agencies for Protection of the Environment and there are no features that distinguish this project from others in the exempt class, and therefore, there are no unusual circumstances; (2) Find that the Hernly House at 1475 Scenic Drive meets Criterion C as a landmark pursuant to Pasadena Municipal Code (PMC) Section 17.62.040.D.2.c because it embodies the distinctive characteristics of a locally significant property type, architectural style and period and represents the work of an architect whose work is of significance to the City. It is a locally significant example of a Mid-Century Modern style single-family development designed by locally significant architect Lawrence Test; (3) Adopt a resolution approving a Declaration of Landmark Designation for 1475 Scenic Drive, Pasadena, California; (4) Authorize the Mayor to execute a Declaration of Landmark Designation for 1475 Scenic Drive, Pasadena, California; and (5) Direct the City Clerk to record the declaration with the Los Angeles County Recorder. Recommendation of the Historic Preservation Commission: On September 2, 2025, the Historic Preservation Commission recommended that the City Council approve the designation of the Hernly House at 1475 Scenic Drive as a landmark under Criterion C of PMC Section 17.62.040.