These resources represent a key factor in relating Pasadena's future economic and social well-being to its roots in the past. Pasadena is actively pursuing a historic preservation program through its Cultural Heritage Committee. Reflecting a national mood, potential resources for historic preservation have become increasingly available. Tax Incentive Programs provide precedent and guides which could be utilized to preserve historic and culturally significant buildings and districts. Use of older buildings may not only offer cultural heritage advantages, but also economic benefits due to increasing new construction costs.
Cultural heritage can increase community appeal and stabilize property values.
Identification, maintenance and protection of buildings. A program of public awareness and support for historic and cultural preservation as a key to Pasadena's uniqueness and future economic vitality. A positive philosophy of preservation as a valid and necessary component at every phase of governmental decision making. Relating new development to existing environment in scale, material and character so that Pasadena's inherent human scale, visual and functional diversity may be maintained and enhanced. Establishment of an equitable process for maintaining and perpetuating historical and cultural landmarks through a combination of public and private efforts.