Pasadena Zoning

RM-96 Zone in Pasadena, CA

RM-96 zoning district rules in Pasadena, CA. Permitted uses, setbacks, height limits, and lot coverage requirements.

Residential DistrictResidential Mixed Density

The RM-96 zone in Pasadena, CA is a residential district (Residential Mixed Density). Permits a range of residential density from single-family through multi-family, often applied in transition areas between low-density and higher-density zones.

Common Permitted Uses

  • Single-family homes
  • Duplexes
  • Small apartment buildings

Permits a range of residential density from single-family through multi-family, often applied in transition areas between low-density and higher-density zones.

Parking Requirements

Single-family: 2 covered spaces per single-family dwelling. Garage or carport required per Pasadena Zoning Code. Many historic homes have detached garages at rear. Multi-family: 1.5–2 spaces per unit depending on zone. Reduced near Metro L Line stations along the Colorado Blvd/Del Mar corridor.

Source: Pasadena Zoning Code Section 17.50.030 — Accessory Dwelling Units; California Government Code §§66314–66333 (Stats. 2024 Ch. 7 §20). Last verified April 6, 2026. View source

Last updated: April 6, 2026
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