When was this ordinance adopted?

The Berkeley City Council adopted the ordinance on April 28, 2026.

Who voted for the ordinance?

Councilmembers Kesarwani, Taplin, Bartlett, O'Keefe, Blackaby, Lunaparra, Humbert, and Ishii voted aye; Tregub abstained.

Does this ordinance affect property owners in Berkeley?

Yes; the updated procedures affect how properties may be designated and regulated as landmarks or within historic districts.

Ordinance — Berkeley

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Berkeley adopted Ordinance No. 8,005-N.S. on April 28, 2026, updating Title 3.24 to streamline procedures for designating landmarks, historic districts, and structures of merit and to make technical edits. The changes affect how preservation decisions are made and documented locally.

Key Takeaways

Ordinance No. 8,005-N.S. was adopted April 28, 2026
Updates procedures for landmark and historic-district designation
Adds technical edits to Berkeley Municipal Code Title 3.24
Vote was unanimous with one abstention (Tregub)

Published: May 8, 2026 · 1 week ago
Category: Ordinance
City: Berkeley

What to do next

1

Review the amended Title 3.24

Read the final text of Ordinance No. 8,005-N.S. in the Berkeley Municipal Code to see specific procedural changes and definitions.

2

Contact the Landmarks Preservation Commission

If you own or are buying a historic property, contact the Commission or Planning Department for guidance on how the changes affect designation or permitting.

3

Monitor implementation

Watch for administrative procedures or guidance from the Planning Department explaining how the amendments will be applied.

Frequently asked questions

What did Berkeley's Ordinance No. 8,005-N.S. change?: It revised Title 3.24 to improve procedures for designating landmarks, historic districts, and structures of merit and made technical code edits.
When was this ordinance adopted?: The Berkeley City Council adopted the ordinance on April 28, 2026.
Who voted for the ordinance?: Councilmembers Kesarwani, Taplin, Bartlett, O'Keefe, Blackaby, Lunaparra, Humbert, and Ishii voted aye; Tregub abstained.
Does this ordinance affect property owners in Berkeley?: Yes; the updated procedures affect how properties may be designated and regulated as landmarks or within historic districts.

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Legal terms in this notice

Landmarks Preservation Commission: A local appointed body that reviews and decides on landmark and historic-district designations.
Structure of merit: A building recognized for historical, architectural, or cultural value but not necessarily a landmark.
Historic district: A geographically defined area with a concentration of historic buildings protected by local rules.

Full Notice Text

Ordinance No. 8,005-N.S. Amendments to BMC Title 3.24 (Landmarks Preservation Commission) to Improve Procedures for Designating Landmarks, Historic Districts and Structures of Merit and Incorporate Technical Edits. Adopted at the 4/28/26 Berkeley City Council meeting by the following vote: Ayes Kesarwani, Taplin, Bartlett, O'Keefe, Blackaby, Lunaparra, Humbert, Ishii; Noes None; Abstain Tregub BV 6965815 May 8, 2026