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STOREFRONT IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM 


INTRODUCTION

Created in 1992, Pasadena’s Storefront Improvement Program provides assistance to commercial business and property owners in the City's Redevelopment Project Areas and "Neighborhood Target Areas" within the Business Districts of Pasadena. 

PURPOSE

This matching grant storefront improvement program has been implemented to stimulate efforts to improve the street appearance of Pasadena's commercial and business facades and  renovation, restoration and preservation of the Pasadena’s many historic buildings.  

WHY SHOULD I PARTICIPATE?

With only a small investment, you can greatly enhance your building. Storefront improvements can:

  • Add value to your business or building

  • Increase the sense of pedestrian security

  • Differentiate and distinguish your building

  • Create a more distinctive district


HOW DO I APPLY?

If you have questions on the Storefront Improvement Program or would like to arrange a meeting, please contact:

For Projects in Northwest Pasadena:

 

Melissa Alva,
Enterprise Zone Manager
malva@cityofpasadena.net

(626) 744-7347phone

 

For Projects in the Central District, Lake/Washington, E. Colorado Blvd.

 

Jose Jimenez,

Redevelopment Project Planner

josejimenez@cityofpasadena.net

(626) 744-7137phone

To download an application click here

 

Or pick up an application at the following locations:

 

City of Pasadena,

Planning Department

Development Division

100 N. Garfield Ave. Room S-116

Pasadena, CA 91101

 

Northwest Programs Division

236 W. Mountain Street, Suite 110 A and B, Pasadena, CA 91103

Last modified on September 29, 2010