South Pasadena : Architect to Study House
A private architect will be hired to make the final decision on a proposed three-story, 1,750-square-foot addition to the Oaklawn District estate of Lee Prentiss, a former mayor of South Pasadena.
The council agreed Wednesday that it lacked the expertise to judge whether Prentiss’ building plans violate state guidelines on the alteration of historical buildings.
In a 5-0 vote, the council ordered that an architect with historical expertise be hired at Prentiss’ expense to oversee the design plans and give any final approval. The council set a 30-day limit on the process.
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