Historic Districts
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The City of Petaluma has established three Historic Districts. Before commencing exterior work of any kind on any building within a historic district, please review the district guidelines/standards and contact the Planning Division. Almost all exterior work requires some level of review.
Petaluma Historic Districts
The Petaluma Historic Commercial District encompasses much of Downtown. The Petaluma Historic Commercial District was placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1995. In 1999, Design Guidelines for the District were adopted. Work within the District is subject to the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for Rehabilitation.
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The Oakhill-Brewster Historic District is located north and west of downtown and is comprised, principally, of residential properties. The District and its Preservation Guidelines and Standards were adopted by City Council in 1990. Work within the District is subject to the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for Rehabilitation.
Oakhill-Brewster Historic District Guidelines
The “A” Street Historic District is located south and east of downtown and is comprised of residential and other properties. The District and its Preservation Guidelines and Standards were adopted by City Council in 1986. Work within the District is subject to the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for Rehabilitation.
“A” Street Historic District Guidelines
Historic Properties, Buildings, or Monuments
In addition, there are a number of properties, buildings, and monuments that have already been historically designated. Many of these properties are noted on the City’s Zoning Map located online through the online GIS portal. If you think that your property may be historic and is not within one of the 3 districts, please contact the Planning Division.
Additional Links
http://www.heritagepetaluma.com/index.html
http://www.petalumamuseum.com/
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Petaluma, CA 94952
phone: 707.778.4301
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Planning
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email: planning@ci.petaluma.ca.us