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Article II — Permits

Pasadena Municipal Code · 2026-09 edition · updated 2026-09-29 · Pasadena

3.24.050 - Application for reservations and permit.

A.

No person shall use any premises or facilities described herein when payment of a fee is required until a permit for such use has been granted by city and all necessary fees have been paid.

B.

Any person desiring to reserve any football field, baseball diamond, tennis court, swimming pool, picnic facility, or other park facility, the Fannie E. Morrison Horticultural Center, or any clubhouse facility within a park, shall apply for a permit. Such application shall be in writing, giving the name of the facility, the proposed use, the date of its proposed use, and the person to whom the permit is to be granted.

C.

The responsible city official shall require the payment of all fees prescribed by this code and may impose reasonable conditions for the use of said premises.

D.

If the responsible city official determines that the proposed use would be detrimental to the health and safety of the people of the city or to the efficient operation of the facility, he shall refuse to issue a permit; otherwise, the permit shall be issued or issued with conditions after payment of the applicable fees and compliance by the applicant with any requirements imposed by law.

E.

If the responsible city official determines that a contract for the use of the premises is required, he shall furnish a form of contract to the applicant for execution, which shall thereafter be submitted to the city attorney for approval. The city manager is authorized and directed to execute such approved contract for and on behalf of the city.

F.

The city manager may review any determination of a city official in regard to such applications, permits or contracts.

G.

No person shall apply for a permit to use any of said premises for any purpose with the intent to defraud the city of any fee or fees.

H.

If any fee or fees for the use of any of said premises is not paid when due, the city manager shall be notified of said nonpayment.

I.

Any permit issued for the use of Fannie E. Morrison Horticultural Center shall provide that:

A sign not less than 14 inches by 18 inches shall be placed at the main entrance to Building No. 1 so as to be clearly visible, indicating the person or group sponsoring the event.

Display arrangements in Building No. 4 shall be of such character as to be in keeping with the show as advertised.

(Ord. 5310 § 4, 1977: Ord. 5178 §§ 1, 2 (part), 1974; Ord. 5145 § 1, 1974; Ord. 4906 §§ 1, 2, 3, and 5, 1968; Ord. 3527 § 1, 1940; Ord. 3038 Part I § 1, 1932)

3.24.060 - Cancellation of permit or contract.

Any permit or contract for the use of any of the premises shall contain a provision that the city manager shall have the power to cancel and terminate such permit or contract and to require the immediate vacation of the premises upon his finding:

A.

That the applicant misrepresented or misstated any material fact in his application; or

B.

The use or proposed use will be detrimental to the health, safety or morals of the people of the city.

(Ord. 3996 § 8 (part), 1947: Ord. 3038 Part II § 2, 1932)

3.24.070 - Enforcement duty.

The director of public works and the director of human services shall enforce the terms and conditions of all permits and contracts issued by the respective departments for the use of city premises and facilities and shall protect, in all other respects, the interests of the city in such premises and facilities.

(Ord. 5310 § 5, 1977: Ord. 5178 § 1 (part), 1974; Ord. 4906 § 1 (part), 1968; Ord. 3996 § 8 (part), 1947: Ord. 3038 Part II § 3, 1932)

3.24.080 - Establishment of accounting system.

The director of finance shall establish an accounting system for the purpose of checking the accuracy of the returns made by permittees and contractors of receipts collected for the use of any of the city premises and facilities designated herein.

(Ord. 5310 § 6, 1977: Ord. 5178 § 1 (part), 1974; Ord. 4906 § 1 (part), 1968; Ord. 3996 § 8 (part), 1947: Ord. 3038 Part II § 4, 1932)

3.24.090 - Alcoholic beverages permitted where.

A.

Notwithstanding any other provision of this chapter, whenever the city manager finds that the serving of alcoholic beverages at the following city-owned properties may be accomplished without detrimental impacts upon the users of such facilities, or the public generally, he may permit the serving of alcoholic beverages in a portion of the building or the premises upon such conditions as he finds appropriate to each location:

Wrigley House;

Gamble House;

Norton Simon Museum;

Memorial Park;

Central Park;

The following portions of Brookside Park: Picnic Sections A Annex, B, C (including band shell area), Fannie E. Morrison building including front and rear open spaces, the enclosed area of Jackie Robinson Ball Field, Brookside Playing Fields, commonly called "Area H," Ball Diamonds 1, 2 and 3, and parking areas I and J;

The Pasadena Center; and

Casita del Arroyo.

Permission to serve alcohol shall not be issued for any park not listed in this subsection.

B.

Notwithstanding any other provisions of this chapter, whenever the Rose Bowl Operating Company ("RBOC") finds that the serving of alcoholic beverages at the following facilities may be accomplished without detrimental impacts upon the users of such facilities, or the public generally, it may permit the serving of alcoholic beverages upon such conditions as it finds appropriate to each location:

Rose Bowl Stadium;

Rose Bowl Parking Areas B, D, F, K, L and M;

Brookside Golf Clubhouse and Course;

All areas mentioned in subsection (A)(6) of this section, but only when used in support of duly approved Rose Bowl events.

C.

Where the premises listed in subsection A or B are leased, the city manager or the RBOC shall not permit the serving of alcoholic beverages until the lease is amended to so provide. The amendment shall contain such terms and conditions as may be deemed necessary to protect the public interest. If the premises are within the jurisdiction of Rose Bowl Operating Company, permission to serve alcohol must be obtained from the RBOC.

D.

Where the premises are operated by a city caterer or concessionaire, the contract for such concession shall contain the terms and conditions of such privilege and shall provide for the immediate suspension of the privilege when the city manager or the RBOC find that the manner of operation is detrimental to the public health, safety or morals.

E.

No privilege granted by this chapter, or lease or concession contract entered into pursuant to this section may be exercised until there has been compliance with the applicable provisions of the Alcoholic Beverage Control Act (Division 9) of the Business and Professions Code.

F.

Notwithstanding any of the limitations set forth herein above, the city manager may authorize in writing the serving of alcoholic beverages upon any city-owned premises upon such terms and conditions as he/she may deem necessary to protect the public interest. This subsection applies only to city-owned facilities other than parks. The city manager shall not authorize the serving of alcohol in any park pursuant to this subsection. Permission to serve alcohol in a park may only be issued pursuant to subsection A.

G.

The city manager may delegate the authority granted in this section, in part or in whole, in writing to any officer or employee of the city.

H.

The RBOC may delegate the authority granted in this section, in part or in whole, by resolution to any officer or employee of the city or of RBOC.

(Ord. 6647 §§ 1—3, 1995; Ord. 6595 § 1, 1994: Ord. 6081 § 1, 1984; Ord. 5529 § 1, 1981; Ord. 5258 §§ 1, 2, 1976; Ord. 5209 § 1, 1975; Ord. 4999 § 1, 1970; Ord. 4823 § 1, 1967: Ord. 3038 Part II § 5, 1932)

(Ord. No. 7282, § 1, 5-16-2016)

3.24.100 - Insurance requirements.

The user of any premises or facility described in this chapter may be required to indemnify or hold harmless the city, its officers, directors or employees from any loss, liability or damage arising out of, as the result of, or in connection with the use of the facility or premises, equipment or services of the city, its officers or employees, including all costs of defending any claim arising as a result thereof. In such case, the user shall present the city with evidence of a policy of insurance, effective throughout the period of use, in amounts not less than the following: For bodily injury or death to any 1 person, in any 1 accident, $250,000; for bodily injury or death to more than 1 person arising out of any 1 accident, $500,000; for damage to property arising out of any 1 or more accidents, $100,000. All policies of insurance shall not be cancelable without 15 days' prior written notice to city, and shall name the city as an additional insured. Evidence of products liability coverage may be required in an amount not less than $100,000.

(Ord. 5310 § 7, 1977: Ord. 5178 § 1 (part), 1974; Ord. 4921 § 1, 1969; Ord. 4906 § 8, 1968: Ord. 3038 Part II § 6, 1932)

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Pasadena Municipal Code
  1. Article I — NAME AND BOUNDARIES
  2. Article II — SUCCESSION
  3. Article III — POWERS OF THE CITY
  4. Article IV — THE CITY COUNCIL
  5. Article V — LEGISLATION
  6. Article VI — THE CITY MANAGER
  7. Article VII — BOARD OF EDUCATION
  8. Article VIII — THE PERSONNEL SYSTEM
  9. Article IX — FISCAL ADMINISTRATION
  10. Article X — CONTRACTS, PURCHASES AND CLAIMS
  11. Article XI — FRANCHISES
  12. Article XII — ELECTIONS
  13. Article XIII — INITIATIVE, REFERENDUM AND RECALL
  14. Article XIV — WATER AND POWER UTILITY OPERATIONS
  15. Article XV — THE FIRE AND POLICE RETIREMENT SYSTEM
  16. Article XVI — PARK PRESERVATION
  17. Article XVII — TAXPAYER PROTECTION
  18. Article XVIII — THE PASADENA FAIR AND EQUITABLE HOUSING CHARTE…
  19. Title 1 — GENERAL PROVISIONS
  20. Title 1 — FOOTNOTES
  21. Chapter 2.05 — CITY COUNCIL
  22. Chapter 2.10 — CITY COUNCIL VACANCY APPOINTMENT PROCESS
  23. Chapter 2.20 — INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
  24. Chapter 2.25 — PARKING AUTHORITY
  25. Chapter 2.28 — SURPLUS PROPERTY AUTHORITY
  26. Chapter 2.30 — CITY ATTORNEY'S DEPARTMENT
  27. Chapter 2.35 — CITY CLERK'S DEPARTMENT
  28. Chapter 2.40 — CITY MANAGER'S DEPARTMENT
  29. Chapter 2.45 — ADVISORY BODIES GENERALLY
  30. Chapter 2.47 — ARTS AND CULTURE COMMISSION
  31. Chapter 2.48 — ACCESSIBILITY AND DISABILITY COMMISSION
  32. Chapter 2.55 — CODE ENFORCEMENT COMMISSION
  33. Chapter 2.60 — COMMUNITY POLICE OVERSIGHT COMMISSION
  34. Chapter 2.65 — COMMISSION ON THE STATUS OF WOMEN
  35. Chapter 2.70 — COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
  36. Chapter 2.75 — HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION
  37. Chapter 2.80 — DESIGN COMMISSION
  38. Chapter 2.85 — HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION
  39. Chapter 2.86 — HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION
  40. Chapter 2.90 — LIBRARY COMMISSION
  41. Chapter 2.95 — NORTHWEST COMMISSION
  42. Chapter 2.98 — PARKING METER ZONES ADVISORY COMMISSIONS
  43. Chapter 2.100 — RECREATION AND PARKS COMMISSION
  44. Chapter 2.105 — PLANNING COMMISSION
  45. Chapter 2.110 — RELOCATION APPEALS BOARD
  46. Chapter 2.120 — SENIOR COMMISSION
  47. Chapter 2.130 — SOUTH LAKE AVENUE PARKING PLACE COMMISSION
  48. Chapter 2.135 — TRANSPORTATION ADVISORY COMMISSION
  49. Chapter 2.140 — ENVIRONMENTAL ADVISORY COMMISSION
  50. Chapter 2.150 — HAHAMONGNA WATERSHED PARK ADVISORY COMMITTEE
  51. Chapter 2.155 — PASADENA COMMUNITY ACCESS CORPORATION BOARD
  52. Chapter 2.165 — PASADENA CENTER OPERATING COMPANY BOARD
  53. Chapter 2.175 — THE ROSE BOWL OPERATING COMPANY
  54. Chapter 2.250 — RETIREMENT SYSTEM
  55. Chapter 2.255 — AGENCIES AND DEPARTMENTS GENERALLY
  56. Chapter 2.265 — PARKS, RECREATION, AND COMMUNITY SERVICES DEPA…
  57. Chapter 2.266 — PUBLIC HEALTH DEPARTMENT
  58. Chapter 2.267 — LIBRARIES AND INFORMATION SERVICES DEPARTMENT
  59. Chapter 2.268 — HOUSING DEPARTMENT
  60. Chapter 2.270 — PLANNING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
  61. Chapter 2.275 — FINANCE DEPARTMENT
  62. Chapter 2.280 — FIRE DEPARTMENT
  63. Chapter 2.285 — HUMAN RESOURCES
  64. Chapter 2.290 — INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY DEPARTMENT
  65. Chapter 2.295 — POLICE DEPARTMENT
  66. Chapter 2.300 — PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
  67. Chapter 2.302 — RENT STABILIZATION DEPARTMENT
  68. Chapter 2.303 — TRANSPORTATION DEPARTMENT
  69. Chapter 2.305 — WATER AND POWER DEPARTMENT
  70. Chapter 2.350 — ACCEPTANCE OF SURETIES
  71. Chapter 2.355 — ADMINISTRATIVE RESOLUTION OF CODE VIOLATIONS
  72. Chapter 2.360 — EQUAL OPPORTUNITY IN CITY EMPLOYMENT
  73. Chapter 2.365 — CLAIMS BY AND AGAINST THE CITY
  74. Chapter 2.370 — DISASTER EMERGENCY SERVICES COUNCIL
  75. Chapter 2.375 — EMERGENCY AUXILIARY FORCES
  76. Chapter 2.380 — HOUSING MEDIATION CONTRACTOR
  77. Chapter 2.385 — PERSONS AUTHORIZED TO ARREST PURSUANT TO PENAL…
  78. Chapter 2.390 — RECORD AND DOCUMENT FEES
  79. Chapter 2.395 — UNCLAIMED PERSONAL PROPERTY
  80. Chapter 2.400 — USE AND ACCESS OF CRIMINAL HISTORY INFORMATION
  81. Title 3 — CIVIC EVENTS AND FACILITIES
  82. Article I — General Provisions
  83. Article II — Permits
  84. Article III — Use Restrictions
  85. Article IV — Uses Requiring Permission
  86. Article V — Refunds—Penalties
  87. Chapter 3.28 — CIVIL DEFENSE TRAINING CENTER
  88. Chapter 3.32 — ARROYO SECO PUBLIC LANDS
  89. Article I — General Provisions
  90. Article II — Natural Preservation Area
  91. Article III — Brookside Park Area
  92. Article IV — Rose Bowl Area
  93. Article V — Brookside Golf Course Area
  94. Title 3 — FOOTNOTES
  95. Title 4 — REVENUE AND FINANCE
  96. Article 1 — General Provisions and Definitions
  97. Chapter 4.90 — CITY OF PASADENA ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT REVENUE B…
  98. Chapter 4.95 — PUBLIC WORKS BENEFIT ASSESSMENT DISTRICTS
  99. Chapter 4.100 — POWER DIVISION GENERAL FUND TRANSFER
  100. Chapter 4.101 — PASADENA TOURISM BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT
  101. Chapter 4.105 — SALES TAX INCENTIVES
  102. Chapter 4.106 — MOBILE SOURCE AIR POLLUTION REDUCTION ORDINANCE
  103. Chapter 4.107 — CITY OF PASADENA SPECIAL TAX FINANCING IMPROVE…
  104. Chapter 4.108 — SEISMIC AND FIRE SAFETY IMPROVEMENT ASSESSMENT…
  105. Chapter 4.109 — LIBRARY SPECIAL TAX
  106. Title 4 — FOOTNOTES
  107. Chapter 5.02 — PAYMENT OF A CITY-WIDE MINIMUM WAGE
  108. Chapter 5.04 — GENERAL PROVISIONS
  109. Chapter 5.08 — DEFINITIONS
  110. Chapter 5.10 — LICENSE REGULATIONS
  111. Chapter 5.12 — EXEMPTIONS TO TAX
  112. Chapter 5.16 — FEES FOR MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESSES
  113. Chapter 5.20 — ADVERTISEMENTS
  114. Chapter 5.24 — ALARM SYSTEMS
  115. Chapter 5.28 — CANNABIS BUSINESS TAX
  116. Chapter 5.32 — BILLIARD AND POOL ROOMS
  117. Chapter 5.33 — BINGO GAMES
  118. Chapter 5.34 — CHARITABLE SOLICITATIONS
  119. Chapter 5.35 — CONCEALABLE FIREARMS—RETAIL SALES
  120. Chapter 5.40 — ESCORT BUREAUS
  121. Chapter 5.44 — FRANCHISE GRANTS FOR USE OF PUBLIC WAYS
  122. Chapter 5.45 — SEXUALLY ORIENTED BUSINESSES
  123. Chapter 5.48 — MASSAGE ESTABLISHMENTS
  124. Chapter 5.56 — PAWNBROKERS, JUNK AND SECONDHAND DEALERS
  125. Chapter 5.60 — SALES AND CLOSE-OUTS
  126. Chapter 5.68 — UNDERGROUND FACILITIES USE
  127. Chapter 5.72 — VEHICLES FOR HIRE
  128. Chapter 5.74 — LICENSURE OF TOBACCO RETAILERS
  129. Chapter 5.78 — COMMERCIAL CANNABIS ACTIVITY
  130. Chapter 5.80 — COVID-19 RIGHT OF RECALL
  131. Chapter 5.82 — COVID-19 WORKER RETENTION ORDINANCE
  132. Title 5 — FOOTNOTES
  133. Title 6 — ANIMALS
  134. Title 6 — FOOTNOTES
  135. Title 8 — HEALTH AND SAFETY
  136. Title 8 — FOOTNOTES
  137. Title 9 — PUBLIC PEACE, MORALS AND WELFARE
  138. Chapter 9.20 — GAMING AND GAMBLING
  139. Chapter 9.24 — ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES IN PUBLIC
  140. Chapter 9.26 — DEFECATION AND URINATION IN PUBLIC
  141. Chapter 9.28 — INDECENT EXPOSURE
  142. Chapter 9.36 — NOISE RESTRICTIONS
  143. Chapter 9.37 — LEAF-BLOWING MACHINES
  144. Chapter 9.40 — BALL GAME BACKSTOPS
  145. Chapter 9.41 — COMBUSTIBLE BALLOONS
  146. Chapter 9.42 — FORMATION FLYING
  147. Chapter 9.43 — FEES FOR SECOND OR SUBSEQUENT RESPONSE TO PROVI…
  148. Chapter 9.44 — DISTRIBUTION OF UNSOLICITED WRITTEN MATERIAL (R…
  149. Chapter 9.45 — UNMANNED AIRCRAFT SYSTEMS
  150. Chapter 9.48 — FIRE HYDRANTS
  151. Chapter 9.52 — TRESPASSING
  152. Chapter 9.56 — OBSTRUCTING PUBLIC PLACE OR BUSINESS
  153. Chapter 9.58 — ABANDONED VEHICLE ABATEMENT
  154. Chapter 9.60 — GRAFFITI ABATEMENT ORDINANCE
  155. Chapter 9.62 — ABANDONED SHOPPING CARTS
  156. Article VI — Consumer Protection
  157. Chapter 9.68 — CURFEW
  158. Chapter 9.69 — SEALING OF SEXUALLY EXPLICIT MATERIAL
  159. Chapter 9.70 — SALE AND DISPLAY OF NARCOTIC PARAPHERNALIA
  160. Chapter 9.75 — TENANT PROTECTION
  161. Chapter 9.76 — PROHIBITED EQUIPMENT
  162. Chapter 9.78 — UNSERIALIZED FIREARMS
  163. Chapter 9.80 — DISCHARGING
  164. Chapter 9.84 — HAZARDOUS WEAPONS
  165. Chapter 9.88 — FAIR CAMPAIGN PRACTICES AND DISCLOSURE ORDINANCE
  166. Chapter 9.89 — ELECTRONIC FILING OF CAMPAIGN DISCLOSURE INFORM…
  167. Chapter 9.90 — REPORTING SALES OF UNREGULATED CHEMICALS
  168. Chapter 9.95 — EVICTION DUE TO ILLEGAL DRUG DEALING ACTIVITIES
  169. Chapter 9.97 — ELLIS ACT TENANT PROTECTIONS
  170. Title 9 — FOOTNOTES
  171. Title 10 — VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC
  172. Title 10 — FOOTNOTES
  173. Title 12 — STREETS AND SIDEWALKS
  174. Title 12 — FOOTNOTES
  175. Title 13 — UTILITIES AND SEWERS
  176. Article I — Definitions and General Provisions
  177. Article II — Design and Construction
  178. Article III — Maintenance and Operation
  179. Chapter 13.28 — WATER MAIN ASSESSMENTS5
  180. Chapter 13.32 — GOVERNMENT CONTROLLED WATERCOURSES
  181. Title 13 — FOOTNOTES
  182. Title 14 — BUILDINGS AND CONSTRUCTION
  183. Title 14 — FOOTNOTES
  184. Title 16 — SUBDIVISIONS
  185. Title 16 — FOOTNOTES
  186. Title 17 — Zoning Code
  187. Chapter 17.10 — Enactment and Applicability of Zoning Code
  188. Chapter 17.12 — Interpretation of Zoning Code Provisions
  189. Chapter 17.20 — Zoning Map
  190. Chapter 17.21 — Development and Land Use Approval Requirements
  191. Chapter 17.22 — Residential Zoning Districts
  192. Chapter 17.24 — Commercial and Industrial Zoning Districts
  193. Chapter 17.26 — Special Purpose Zoning Districts
  194. Chapter 17.28 — Overlay Zoning Districts
  195. Chapter 17.29 — Hillside Overlay Districts
  196. Chapter 17.30 — Central District Specific Plan
  197. Chapter 17.31 — East Colorado Specific Plan 2022
  198. Chapter 17.32 — East Pasadena Specific Plan
  199. Chapter 17.33 — Fair Oaks-Orange Grove Specific Plan
  200. Chapter 17.34 — North Lake Specific Plan
  201. Chapter 17.35 — South Fair Oaks Specific Plan
  202. Chapter 17.36 — West Gateway Specific Plan
  203. Chapter 17.37 — Lincoln Avenue Specific Plan
  204. Chapter 17.38 — Lamanda Park Specific Plan
  205. Chapter 17.39 — East Colorado Specific Plan 2003
  206. Chapter 17.40 — General Property Development and Use Standards
  207. Chapter 17.42 — Inclusionary Housing Requirements
  208. Chapter 17.43 — Density Bonus, Waivers and Incentives
  209. Chapter 17.44 — Landscaping
  210. Chapter 17.46 — Parking and Loading
  211. Chapter 17.48 — Signs
  212. Chapter 17.50 — Standards for Specific Land Uses
  213. Chapter 17.60 — Application Filing and Processing
  214. Chapter 17.61 — Permit Approval or Disapproval
  215. Article 2 — Zoning Districts, Allowable Land Uses, and Zone-Sp…
  216. Chapter 17.62 — Historic Preservation
  217. Chapter 17.64 — Permit Implementation, Time Limits, and Extens…
  218. Chapter 17.66 — Development Agreements
  219. Chapter 17.68 — Specific Plans
  220. Chapter 17.70 — Administrative Responsibility
  221. Chapter 17.71 — Nonconforming Uses, Structures, and Lots
  222. Chapter 17.72 — Appeals
  223. Chapter 17.74 — Amendments
  224. Chapter 17.76 — Public Hearings
  225. Chapter 17.78 — Enforcement
  226. Chapter 17.80 — Glossary of Specialized Terms and Land Use Types
  227. Title 18 — CABLE, VIDEO AND TELECOMMUNICATIONS SERVICE PROVIDERS

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