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HomeMy WebLinkAbout09/20/1994, 1 - NOMINATION OF 1953 CHORRO STREET TO THE MASTER LIST OF HISTORIC RESOURCES. �I��h��9���WIIIIIIIUI Ilulll MNG DATE: 11 city o1 san tins oBispo COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT 'TE"" UMBER: / FROM: Arnold Jona�, Community Development Director; By: Jeff HSS ate Planner SUBJECT: Nomination of 1953 Chorro Street to the Master List of Historic Resources. CAO RECONEWENDATION: Adopt a resolution adding the property to the Master List. ADVISORY BODY RECOMMENDATION At its August 22, 1994 meeting, the Cultural Heritage Committee held a public hearing to consider adding property located at 1953 Chorro Street to the Master List of Historic Resources. On motion of Dan Krieger, seconded by Leo Pinard, the CHC voted 4:0(three members absent) to recommend that the City Council add the property to the Master List. At the hearing, the property owners spoke in support of the proposed listing (draft minutes attached). No other public comments were received. SITUATION Formerly located at 40 Prado Road, this Victorian-styled farmhouse had become seriously dilapidated and was targeted for demolition to accommodate a proposed office project. The owners acquired the house and relocated it to its new site on Chorro Street. This nomination was initiated by the property owners, who researched the property's history and submitted historic documentation. On February 22, 1993 the CHC originally reviewed the historical documentation and determined that the old farmhouse was historically and culturally significant because it reflected early 20th century development in 'San Luis Obispo (minutes attached). Committee members deferred recommending Council action at that time, pending house relocation and restoration. Restoration is nearing completion and the owners have requested that the.City Council add the property to the Master List of Historic Resources, based on the adopted eligibility criteria (attached). Data Summary Applicants/Property Owners: Todd and Kim Miller Project Addresses: 1953 Chorro Street Zoning: R-2 General Plan: Medium Density Residential Environmental Determination: Categorically exempt (CEQA Section 15308) Site Description and Setting: (see attached maps and supporting documentation for each Property) l� I city of San Luis osispo COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT Staff Report Page 2 DISCUSSION The Master List of Historic Resources consists of about 160 distinctive structures which have significant historic or architectural value to the community, and which merit special honor and recognition. Using information provided by the applicant and city historic files, the CHC evaluated the significance of the nominated structure based on criteria such as age, architectural style, neighborhood context, and history and determined that the property met eligibility criteria. Once a property is added to the Master List, changes to the historic property are possible, provided that such changes promote the structure's original architectural style and character. According to the Historical Preservation Program Guidelines, demolition of an historical resource should be done only when: "1) the condition of the building poses a threat to the health, safety or welfare of community residents or people living or working on or near the site, or.2) the project sponsor demonstrates that it financially infeasible to rehabilitate the structure or preserve the historic nature of the site. HISTORIC SIGNIFICANCE The Wear/Olivers or Victorino House. The house, built between 1890 and 1910, is considered to be Victorian Queen Anne Cottage in terms of architectural style. CHC members consider the structure to be significant as a "workingman's farm house" connected with farming, the dairy industry and early Portuguese immigrants in San Luis Obispo. Basis For Listing: 1) Architectural Significance - The Wear/Olivera House is a good example of "Queen Anne Victorian" style of home building common around the turn of the Century; 2) Historical Association, Person - The house was associated with Jose Victorino, a dairy farmer and member of an early farming family of Portuguese immigrants in the San Luis Obispo area. The CHC has designated the property as a Type 5 property, meaning that it is not eligible for the National Register, but historically significant at a local level. Since the CHC's last review, the property owners have uncovered additional information on the house's early history. The house's original owners, Jose and Marianna, came to America in 1878 and settled in San Luis Obispo by June 1880 to take up farming. The house was apparently built for or by Jose Victorino and remained in the Victorino family until Minnie (Silva) Oliver, Jose's daughter-in-law, moved from the house to a convalescent home in 1986. Ms. Oliver died in December 1991. . Consequently, the new owners believe that the house's historic name should be the "Victorino House." If the Council supports listing, the house's historic name will be referred back to the CHC for verification. ALTERNATIVES 1. Do not adopt a resolution adding the candidate property to the Master List, but designate it as a "contributing property." Contributing properties are those which do not �������►►�IIIIIII�II°��'►�UIII city of San tins OBlspo MENOW COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT Staff Report Page 3 meet eligibility criteria for the Master List of Historic Resources, but due to their age, architecture, or historic association enhance the historic character of the neighborhood and City. 2. Continue the item for additional information or study, and specify the the additional information or analysis needed. Attachments: -Draft resolution -CHC draft minutes -Vicinity Map -Historical Documentation -Historical Designation Criteria jh/L:millrhse.rpt /-3 RESOLUTION NO. (1994 SERIES) A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO AMENDING THE MASTER LIST OF HISTORIC RESOURCES TO INCLUDE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 1953 CHORRO STREET. WHEREAS, in 1983 the City Council adopted Resolution No. 5197 establishing the "Master List of Historic Resources", along with procedures for adding properties to the listing; and WHEREAS, this nomination was initiated by the property owners of 1953 Chorro Street, who have researched the property's history and submitted historical and architectural documentation; and WHEREAS, on August 5, 1994 the Cultural Heritage Committee held a public hearing and based on the documentation and public testimony presented, recommended that the City Council add the property to the Master List due to its historical and/or architectural significance to the community; and WHEREAS, this City Council considered this-recommendation during a public hearing on September 20, 1994 pursuant to historic preservation guidelines established by Council Resolution No. 6157 (1987 Series); NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the Council of the City of San Luis Obispo that based on the Cultural Heritage Committee's recommendation, documentation as described in the Historical Resource Inventory for each property, on file in the Community Development Department, public testimony, the staff report, and on the City's Historical Preservation Program Guidelines the following: Council Resolution No. (1994 Series) Page 2 SECTION 1. Addition to Master List of historic Resources. The following properties are hereby added to the Master List of Historic Resources as Type 5 properties (not eligible for the National Register of Historic Places, but locally significant), and are more fully described in the historical documentation for each property, on file in the Community Development Department, and as legally described in Exhibit A: -1953 Chorro Street (The Ware/Olivera or Victorino House), Ca. 1890 - 1910. SECTION 2. Publish Revised Master List. The Community Development Director is hereby directed to amend the Master List of Historic Resources to include the properties listed above, and to publish a revised Master List for public distribution. SECTION 3. Recording of historic Properties. The City Clerk is hereby directed to record the properties' historic designation with the County Recorder, pursuant to State Law. On motion of , seconded by and on the following roll call vote: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: The foregoing Resolution was passed and adopted this 20th day of September, 1994. Mayor Peg Pinard ATTEST: Diane Gladwell, City Clerk APPROVED: #ffen n, ity torney 1_S EXHIBIT A LEGAL DESCRIPTIONS OF HISTORIC PROPERTIES Following is a legal descriptions of the property added to the City of San Luis Obispo's Master List of Historic Resources, by City Council Resolution No. (1994 Series): 1. 1953 Chorro Street. (Ware/Olivera House) City of San Luis Obispo, Ingleside Homestead Tract, Block 123, Lot 7(Assessor's Parcel Number (APN/l)) 003-644-011). Owners: Todd and Kimberly Miller. Draft MINUTES SAN LUIS OBISPO CULTURAL HERITAGE COMMITTEE Regular Meeting of August 22, 1994 the meeting convened at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Hearing Room, San Luis Obispo City Hall, 990 Palm Street. ROLL CALL Present: Chairperson James Danaher, Dan Krieger, Leo Pinard, Victoria Wood. Absent: Janice Ramsay, Jack Sullivan, Wendy Waldron. Staff: John Mandeville, Long-Range Planning Manager. John Mandeville noted that Wendy Waldron had notified staff prior to the meeting that she would not be able to attend, and that Mr. Sullivan had resigned from the Cultural Heritage Committee to accept a teaching position at the University of Maryland. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: On motion of Committee member Pinard, seconded by Committee member Krieger, the minutes of the regular meeting of July 25, 1994 were unanimously approved. Committee members asked staff to include the Railroad Square Historic District on the next CHC agenda, and Mr. Mandeville said it would be included. DEVELOPMENT REVIEW ITEM: 1. 1953 Chorro Street: Consideration of adding a relocated farmhouse, located at 1953 Chorro Street, to the Master List of Historic Resources, R-2 Zone. Todd and Kim Miller, applicants. John Mandeville presented the staff report, and explained previous city actions leading up to the property owners' current request for listing their property. He briefly reviewed the historic documentation provided for the property, and showed photos of the house's exterior. He also noted that the CHC had previously reviewed this property and that the CHC had felt at that time that it was historically significant. Todd Miller explained that original architectural detailing on the farmhouse was being reproduced as part of the current remodel. He noted that the house has been completely brought up to code, including new roof, foundation, floor joists, wiring and plumbing. The original ceiling and four exterior walls were saved and restored. l- 7 Chairman Danaher complemented the applicants on their restoration efforts and the excellent choice for the house site. He felt the relocated house fit very well into the neighborhood's historic context. There being no further public comment, Chairperson Danaher closed the public hearing. Dan Krieger noted that the CHC had already determined that the house was historically significant. He discussed the reasons for the houses' historic significance and echoed Chairman Danaher's complements to the owners. He noted that this neighborhood once had many homes of this type, and that he could support inclusion of the property on the Master List. Victoria Wood felt it was important to include in historical documentation that this house had been moved to this site, however she agreed with previous comments. She wondered if there could be a list prepared identifying historical properties that had been moved, and also complemented the owners for their preservation efforts. Leo Pinard felt that much of the historical significance of the original house has been lost and that it may be more accurate to call this a "contributing property." He would like to have seen more historical information, and felt that the houses' historical significance was closely tied to its original Prado Road location with its outbuildings. The outbuildings have been demolished. He had some difficulty finding that this building was architecturally significant, but in view of the preservation efforts made, he intended to vote for including the property on the Master List. Victoria Wood agreed with Mr. Pinard's comments. Chairman Danaher supported listing, and suggested that this be used as a "model" of how relocation could help preserve threatened historic buildings. He felt it was important the property's historic plaque and documentation note that the property has been relocated. Mr. Miller gave additional background on the families who lived in the house, and asked how the property should be named if it were, in fact, included on the Master List. Mr. Krieger moved that the CHC recommend that the City Council add the property to the Master List, that it be designated on the historic plaque as a relocated farm house moved from the Prado Road address, and that the property be named the "Ware/Olivers House" to reflect it original owner/builders. Mr. Pinard seconded the motion. AYES: Danaher, Krieger, Pinard, Wood. NOES: None. ABSENT: Ramsay, Sullivan, Waldron. The motion carries. �� U DISCUSSION/ADNILNISTRATIVE ITEMS General discussion followed regarding the historic plaque program. Chairman Danaher noted that additional funds were now available to pay for 20 historical plaques. Committee members felt that cost increases may justify the City buying the "die" to make the signs less expensively in the future. John Mandeville confirmed that funds are available and that current sign orders would be filled. Chairman Danaher read a letter from Pete Rogers with the SLO Council of Governments regarding the reuse of the old railroad signal repair station (recently demolished) for use by the.- San Diegan commuter train service planned for 1995. According to Mr. Rogers, neither Amtrak nor Caltrans are interested in the old building, and will be using a smaller facility for overnight storage. OTHER ITEM. Mr. Krieger announced an upcoming event sponsored by Amtrak and Southern Pacific Transportation Company. The "Spanish Varga" train will come through San Luis Obispo on October 3, 1994 to commemorate the City's railroad and Spanish heritage. He will have more information on the event at the CRC's September meeting. The meeting adjourned at 8 p.m. to the regular meeting of the Cultural Heritage Committee on Monday, September 26, 1994. Respectfully Submitted, Jeff Hook, CHC Secretary _ jh/L:cAcR•94.miu �- 9 1NM7UTES SAN LUIS OBISPO CULTURAL HERITAGE CO.NLMITTEE Regular fleeting of February 22, 1993 The meeting convened at 7:00 p.m. in the City Council Hearing Room =9. ROLL CALL Present: Victoria Wood. Denise Fourie, Dan Krieger, Jerry Michael, Leo Pinard, Wendy %Valdron. Absent: Jack Lewis Staff: Pam Ricci, Associate Planner APPROVAL OF NIENXITES: On motion of Leo Pinard, seconded by Jerry Michael, the minutes of January =5, 199"•_' were approved as amended by unanimous voice vote. DISCUSSION ITENIS 1. Request to demolish a house and accessory buildings at 40 Prado Road. Applicant: Warren T. Hamrick; O-PD zone (ARC 04-93). Committee member Fourie stepped down due to a potential conflict of interest. Warren Hamrick, applicant's representative, discussed the reasons why demolition was proposed well in advance of developing the site -- liability was their main concern. He stated that he and his client believe the house to be an attractive nuisance, and presented a list of properties in the downtown area with similar architectural styles. Dan Krieger explained that the house is located in an area originally known as "Portuguese Flats", established in the late 1800s. Built during the boom times between 1903 and 1907, the house was first occupied by the Mello family and later, Walter Tanaka lived there. The property %vas used in a film about Diamond Jim Brady. He felt that the house was not particularly unique, but that not many of this type were left in rural settings locally. He'd prefer to see the house moved to an historical theme park than demolished. Wendy Waldron felt the archaeological report was inconclusive, and that the site's history was not well discussed. Its role in the socio-economic structure of the community needs to be addressed. She stated that any archaeoio_ical/historical report should contain a complete history of the site. Mr. Krieser characterized the house as "workingman's farmhouse" (similar to the BonettULong Street Farmhouse). NO CHC Minutes Page 2 Leo Pinard felt that the house, hay barn, and water tower constitute an important cultural resource, and the photo documentation provided doesn't go far enouEli. Victoria Wood appreciated Air. Krieger's information on the site's history, and was concerned about the possibility that the structures would be demolished in advance of a development project. Chairman Michael indicated he can see both sides of the issue, and would like the developer to advertise for a period of at least one year to allow the house to be salvaged. Victoria Wood liked Air. Michael's idea of offering the house for sale, especially in light of the fact that the planned office development may be postponed indefinitely. Leo Pinard moved action alternative 2 from the staff report, recommending that the structures were historically significant and should remain in their present location. The motion failed for lack of a second. Wendv Waldron moved that the commission recommend to the ARC that the house, water tower, and hay barn are historically and culturally significant because they reflect the development of San Luis Obispo in the early 20th century; and that the structures not be demolished but relocated to another site. The CHC also recommends that measures be taken: (a) The property owner shall secure the house to deter further deterioration, including trimming overgrown vegetation around the house for better visibility. (b) Prior to site development, the property owner shall conduct additional historical research to provide context, as a supplement to the existing archaeological investigation, or as a part of any new historical/archaeological studies. (c) The property owner shall pursue a monitoring program for pre-historic or arcltaeolosical artifacts as described in the archaeological investigation. Leo Pinard seconded the motion. AYES: Waldron, Pinard, Krieger NOES: Wood, Michael ABSENT: Lewis. Fourie The motion passed. Chairman Michael explained that he did not support the motion because lie was concerned with number of recommended conditions and the difficulty of enforcing them. Ms. Wood felt that CHC 1 Iinutes Page allowing the house to be moved was not consistent with the committee's finding that the structures were culturally and historically important because of their context and setting, and thus, did not support the motion. 2. Discussion of the Historical Importance of Property at 1105 George Street. Devin Gallagher, property owner; R-2 zone. Devin Gallagher, 1105 George Street, stated the house was built in the early 1900s, and explained its importance in the history of the City and its relationship to the development of the railroad. He reviewed the painstaking rehabilitation process which was recently completed, and shared a 1905 photograph of the City showing the house in its current location. Chairman Michael complemented Mr. Gallagher on his information packet, and felt it was a helpful presentation. Dan Krieger stated that he had worked with Mr. Gallagher on researching the history of the of old Telegram Tribune building, located on Santa Barbara Street, in conjunction with its proposed rehabilitation. He described the role of the railroad in the development of city neighborhoods and key historical figures involved. He considered the house to be culturally and historically significant primarily because of its siting and context, and would give it a ranking of "5" in terms of historical significance. It is an example of an tum-of-the-century, modest San Luis Obispo family home. He added that Tom Hunt, who lives on Church Street, has information on the family that lived in the house, and that a family member had worked for Southern Pacific Railroad for 47 years. He felt Devin had turned the house into a "living resource" which was very light and airv. Denise Fourie complimented the remodel, but would have liked to see greater attention paid to original architectural detail. For example, she felt the metal windows detract from and change the character of the house: and the roof treatment is of secondary concern. More attention to the neighborhood architectural character is needed in inventorying city historic resources. Virginia Wood said that the committee should follow the Historic Program Guidelines when recommending to the City Council properties to be added to the Master List of Historic Resources. Mr. Gallagher responded to CHC comments, noting that the metal windows were part of an earlier restoration effort, and were a mistake. He said there are more properties in the neighborhood which should be recognized as historically significant. Chairman Michael supported adding the property to the Master List. He doesn't support the metal windows, but applauds the restoration efforts that were made. Leo Pinard suggested that the item be continued. ... S TP eei.a,'•� ' " " _ • � I 'ri •.err rr '! EIR_2 0 L ; _ •� ! F T .--�. 112]: — J —... �t ❑ �s. ■Rr�� � � L.. �bYea L:.::eJ r 't L• . � I re•I _....:.::._,:x:...........::..::..:. - .31T OF Wr0�, / AD 21 55 Ul. _� l^_ / C ^ e 's. i I .. ..I • .. 1 D.•r:..i.r s..l �,�� I I.L• r.wl I HIG � � STRE@T G-N� r:•- L es e•+,r<:L SY p rC ,,�' h ai gee+e i 1 ❑ wy L ri �O c l� ❑= .. O y R�2 • Y Q ;r.lr,c,nc Y .rrr+ nn J^x0I,r10YEN6M7 I O 11:•.J LIYTF • ��� r�rn. �•c en.[e DA T.P'�_._ _ s LLA 56-43 Y rF•a lw rs T �L��J T are ar 4: i' •• i� � � I L 4r Fri : i DCK SGT. •v:, n+xe w F t 0 Mol I� l.:ar uc+y ue1 nrm LJ 1 IM1.ie —_—.1 :Jnr ars nY.:F. • r�tv ..�voA I tia.rete � fr.NC ■ l I �.�.., •I' I I Dw ._xy n l ��.�� 1 nl .....r 4erYr•+leYb _ f ae,.• amara: _ e•rs "C- L rrs 1n 1_ .v ••r..ln ' 1 OPr. .a •TC rI�: ul ...It . RallNOHGUSF. Lil-:7` .V .r.. r 4]L .. ..p) - RECEIVED Kim & Todd Miller P.O. Box 4032 SEP 1 1W4 San Luis Obispo, CA, 93403-4032 CrrY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO COMMUNRY DEVELOPMErT Aug. 31, 1994 Jeff Hook Planning Dept. San Luis Obispo, CA, Dear Jeff, Here is the most current historical information that we have discovered on our house and the family who lived in it. We are in contact with many of the family members who include one Granddaughter and several Great- Grandsons and Granddaughters. One of the most helpful of these has been a family historian and great-grandson of the original Portuguese immigrants, Vernon Bettencourt, now 72 years old and living in Arroyo Grande. Mr. Bettencourt has been composing a family history for more than 25 years. He has made taped interviews with family members(many of whom are now deceased) and has done a great deal of research in the volumes of records kept by San Luis and Santa Barbara Counties and by the local Mormon Church. A brief synopsis of the family's and house's history shows that the original immigrants were Jose' and Marianna Victorino, who were married in Portugal in 1878. They came to America, to farm, in that same year. They brought with them a daughter, Carrie, born in 1877, and Marianna was pregnant with another baby, Maria, born Feb. 4, 1879. The Victorino's settled here in San Luis Obispo and are recorded as residents in the June 28, 1880 census on file at the Santa Barbara County Historical Museum. The census listed them as: Jose' Victorino age: 25 Occupation: Farmer Marianna Victorino age: 22 Occupation: Keeps House Carrie H. Victorino age: 3yrs. daughter Maria Victorino age: 1 yrs. daughter Filomina Victorino age: 1 mo. daughter Jose' and Marianna had six children: Carrie born: , 1877 Maria born: Feb. 04, 1879 Filomina born: May 19, 1880 Manuel born: Mar. 25, 1883 died: Jan. 10, 1940 Joe born: Jan. 13,1885 died: Jan. -, 1945 Rosie born: Oct. 05,1887 Jose' Victorino died July 1, 1920 and his wife, Marianna died Sept. 26,1915. The information that we've been given shows that the house was built for Jose' Victorino around the turn of the century, We do not at this time have an accurate date, but-we are continuing to search. We have driven around town and found several houses which have front porch columns identical to ours. The historical plagues on these date 1900", The Biddle. House has almost identical porch balusters and fancy cut corner supports at the top of the columns identical to ours and it dates from 1905. The name Oliver or Oliviero was not associated with the house. It came about because Manuel, the first born Son added the name Oliver to his last name, becoming Manuel Victorino Oliver. His brother Joe did a similar thing adding Oliviera to his last name. It is not known why these new last names were added, however the family members seem to think "Oliver" was a way of Americanizing their name. The "Oliviera" may have been created by the brother Joe because he and Manuel fought bitterly after the death of their Father, Jose'. When Jose' died he divided up the original 100+acre farm amongst the children, Manuel received the 10 prime acres containing the house and all other out buildings. Manuel was the Son who stayed home and took care of the farm where the main crop was beans. There was also a large fruit tree orchard with apple, peach, pear, walnut and almond trees, Manuel [Victorino] Oliver married Mini T. Silva August 28, 1916 and they lived together in the house with Manuel's Father Jose'. Jose' died almost 4 years later, July 01, 1920 and is buried next to his wife Marianna in the Old Mission Cemetery. Manuel died Jan. 10, 1940, but Mini .lived on in the house renting the farm land until 1986 when she was placed in a convalescent home. She died there in Dec, 1991 . Together they had three children: Margaret O. born: , 1917 died: May —, 1982 Alberta born: May 10, 1920 died: Apr. 05, 1947 Maxine born: 1938 still alive Our most important discovery has been in finding the original family name. As you know, at the C.H.C. meeting we discussed naming the house the "Wear-Oliver House". This would be incorrect. In fact the only association that the Wears had is that at one time they may have owned the land and in 1924, after her husband's death, Lucinda Wear sold a parcel of it to Manuel because he needed more acreage and his brother Joe wouldn't rent an adjoining piece to him. We along with all of the surviving family members would like the plaque to read "Victorino House" in order to pay proper respect to the original family immigrants and their origins. That is all the information we have right now. We have a few more contacts in the family to call and I will pass on any new information to you before Wed. the 7th. Thank you for all of your help and all of your time spent reviewing our case. Please call if you have any questions or input. Sincerely, Kim & Todd Miller RECEIVEL Todd & Kim Miller AUG 2 1994 P.O. Box 4032 S.L.O., CA. 93403-4032 CRY OF SAN LUIS OBISP; 'rWWNr Y DEVFr^_ August 1,1994 Jeff Hook City Planning Dept. San Luis Obispo, CA. Dear Jeff, Kim and I would like to once again request that the house we are restoring be considered for acceptance into the city's list of historic properties. If possible we would like to be placed on the agenda for the August meeting. To refresh your memory regarding our project; we are the couple who moved the Victorian farm house (which we have been calling the "Oliver House") from 40 Prado Rd. Dec. 5, 1993. At the first meeting to consider our house for acceptance, the committee decided they would like to see the house further along in its restoration. As of right now, we have only the interior/exterior trim work and interior/exterior painting to complete. Hopefully this is far enough along for us to be reconsidered. Thank you for your help. We look forward to hearing from you. Sincerely, Todd & Kim Miller / 47 RE: Historicai designation-Oliver House Mr. Hook, June . 7, 1993 My wife and I are writing to request that the victorian ranch house currently located at 40 Prado Rd. be added to the city' s master list of historical recourses. As you know, we are the couple who will be saving the house froT demolition and reloemt ng it to 385 Hia;1 St, where it will be restored and become our first home. We are very excited about the project and have located and been in contact with the surviving family members of the original Portugepe immigrants who lived in the home and famed the land around it. The family members are providing us with photographs and the history of the home and farm. Enclosed are copies of photos taken back in 1985, which show the Oliver house as it was lived in by 'Mini' Oliver who died in Dec. 1991 . Please keep us informed of the progress of designating the house and feel free to contact us for further infor- mation and or photographs of its history for your files;= Todd Miller and Kim Tilton 543-0274 P.O. Box 4032 S.L.O. , CA. 93403-4032 Thank you for your time and consideration. Sincerely, DOCUMENTATION OF PROPERTIES OF HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE The purpose of this evaluation sheet is to document the reasons why properties recommended for inclusion on the San Luis Obispo Master List of Historical Resources are in fact historically significant. -Specific criteria for "national register consideration" should identified for all recommended type #4 properties. PRCM5Ej—_) = 2135 H16,14 s-r . Property Address: CUIZQ_N!TL`( ' `fes f7,A100 :D Property Use: OWtiEI2 OC.C_UPIEy_) S. F, R, . Reca:a-me-uded1\ uutne :., Ra.- :ii:g: G� ARCHITECTURAL FACTORS: 1. Stvle: Is the structure an excellent example of a distinctive architectural style? (An excellent example is a building where the style has not been altered by the introduction of conflicting architectural elements.) /Yes No Is thq structure an example of an architectural style seldom seen in San Luis Obispo? Yes No 2. Design: — Does the structure have significant aesthetic appeal because of demonstrated craftsmanship, use of detailing and execution of stylei VYes No Does the structure incorporate unique details or architectural features seldom seen in San Luis Obispo? /Yes Yes No Was the structure designed by a master architect such as Frank Lloyd Wright? _ Yes ✓ No (If yes, name person ). Page 2 -- Documentation of Historical Significance 3. Significance of Building Designer Was the structure designed by a person who made significant contributions to he state or region such as Julia Morgan? _ Yes ✓/ No (If yes, name person ) Was the structure designed by an architect who, in terms of craftsmanship, made significant contributions to San Luis Obispo? Yes No (If yes, name person_ ) Was the structure designed by a "pioneer" architect in the city or county? Yes No (If yes, name person ) 4. Landmarks Does the structure have a symbolic importance to the community or is it a notable community orneighborhood landmark? /Yes Yes No HISTORICAL FACTORS: 1. Residents or Tenants Was the structure occupied by a significant community leader -- eg. mayor or congressman? Yes I No (If yes, name person ) Was the structure occupied by a community or public servant who made early, unique or outstanding contributions to important local affairs? _ Yes v/ No (If yes, name person ) Was the structure occupied by a person with fame or outstanding recognition at the local, regional, state or national level? _ Yes � No (If yes, name person ) Was the structure occupied by a person or persons (eg. families) that made important contributions to the community? J Yes No (If yes, name person(s) JC4t- VI(,T0K1K/o 0LIVeAA .) -Mr FARM WAS 011E c RAQUEL- OL-IVER(p,) 744— WCAL DAIRIES. 1H DEt_IVERE17 Pt1L1*- A-L 0 -DWN zo Page 3 -- Documentation of Historical Significance Was the structure occupied by a business or public agency that made significant contributions to the historicff development of the community? Yes / No (If yes, identify business ) 2. Historical Events Was the structure or site involved in a landmark, famous, or first-of-its-kind event? _ Yes v� No (If yes, identify evera j Did the structure or site make unique or interesting contributions to the history of the city (eg. the Chinese-American cultural activities)? Yes / No 3. Historical Context Was the structure directly associated with early, first, or major patterns of local history (eg. the County Museum)? ✓ Yes No iNE:. Figsi pMUbl:5f `LTTE—Rs qN�l F-Ab-%f t--AOIEKS Was the structure directly associated with secondary patterns of local history? V1 Yes No Do/es the structure occupy its original site? J Yes No � -. ���'� F -�`�uL1T10(�I BUT WL W;LL t7 t_ e h1�1 nlb I i� ���� NATIONAL REGISTER CRITERIA The following criteria should be used to evaluate structures and sites recommended as Type #4 properties -- potentially eligible for the National Register of Historical Places. Check Appropriate Criteria: A/A } � IPA16:�� t sjl�pAL \. -���•�� -=ter �.� , �� , ,��� ��. ir LA MOP I � � I P J _ City of San Luis Obispo Cultural Heritage committee DELINEATION OF HISTORIC RESOURCE CRITERIA FOR BUILDING EVALUATION AND RECOAL;4ENDATIONS ARCHITECTURAL CRITERIA 1. Style Describes form of building such as size, structural shape and details within that form (i.e., arrangement of windows and doors, ornamentation, etc.) Building style will be evaluated as a measure of: 1. The relative purity of a traditional style (as compared to building styles in San Luis Obispo); 2. Rarity of existence at any time in the locale; and/or current rarity although the structure reflects a once popular style; 3. Traditional, vernacular and/or eclectic influences that represent a particular social milieu and period of the community; and/or the uniqueness of hybrid styles and how these styles are put together. 4. The degree to which the structure has maintained its integrity (i.e., assessment of alterations and structural condition, if known). II Desisn Describes the architectural concept of a structure and the quality of artistic merit and craftmanship of the individual parts. Reflects how well a particular style or combination of styles are expressed through compatibility and detailing of elements. Also, suggests degree to which the architect (i.e., carpenter-builder) accurately interpreted and conveyed the style(s). Building design will be evaluated as a measure of: 1. Notable attractiveness with aesthetic appeal because of its uniqueness, artistic merit, details and craftsmanship; 2. Overall attractiveness because of craftsmanship and aesthetic value, though not necessarily unique; 3. An expression of interesting details and eclecticism among carpenter-builders, although the craftsmanship and artistic quality may not be superior. /-Z3 III. Aee Age is a measure of how relatively old a structure is in the context of the history of San Luis Obispo, primarily Anglo-American history (circa 1850). (See Scale of Building Age). CRITERIA FOR BUILDING EVALUATIONS IV. Architect Describes the professional (an individual or firm) directly responsible for the building design and pians of the structure. The architect will be evaluated as a reference to: 1. A master architect (e.g., Wright). 2. A known architect who made significant contributions to the state or region (e.g., Julia Morgan). 3. An architect who, in terms of craftsmanship, made significant contributions to San Luis Obispo (e.g., Abrahams who, according to local sources, designed the house at 810 Osos - Frank Avila's father's home - built between 1927 - 30). 4. An early architect who is otherwise of no special significance but can be identified as a professional (e.g., pioneer architects of the region as confirmed by AIA archival membership records of California and the Central Coast). V. Environmental Design Continuity Describes the inter-relationship of structures and their relationship to a common environment. Refers to the continuity, spatial relationship, and visual character of a street, neighborhood, or area. Environmental design continuity will be evaluated as a measure of the: 1. Symbolic importance of a structure to the community and the degree to which it serves as a conspicuous and pivotal landmark (i.e., easily accessible to the public, helps to establish a sense of time and place). 2. Compatibility of a structure with neighboring structures in its setting on the basis of period, style (form, height, roof lines), design elements, Iandscapes, and natural features; and how these combine together to create an integral cultural, historic, or stylistic setting. 3. Similarity to and/or compatibility of a structure with its neighboring structures which. collectively, although of no particular aesthetic value, combine to form a geographically definable area with its own distinctive character. l-2� HISTORICAL CRITERIA VI. History - Person Describes a person, group, organization, or institution that has been connected with the structure, either intimately or secondarily, for at least two generations (i.e., 40 years). Historical person will be evaluated as a measure of the degree to which a person or group was: I. Significant to the community as a public leader (i.e., mavor, congressman, etc.) or for his or her fame and outstanding recognition - locally, regionally, or nationally. 2. Significant to the community as a public servant who has made early, unique, or outstanding contributions to important local affairs or institutions (i.e., councilmen, educators, medical professionals, clergymen, railroad officials). 3. Contributicns which, though minor, directly or indirectly, had a beneficial effect on the community (i.e., firemen, law enforcement officers, postal workers, businessmen/shopkeepers, city employees, etc.). VII. History - Event Associated with a social, political, economic, governmental, educational or other institutional event that has been important to the community. Historical event will be evaluated as a measure of: 1. A landmark, famous, or first-of-its-kind event for the city - regardless of whether the impact of the event spread beyond the city. 2. A relatively unique or interesting contribution to the city (i.e., the Ah Louis Store as the center for Chinese-American cultural activities in early San Luis Obispo history). 3. A contribution which, though minor, nonetheless was important to the community (i.e., local interest groups); or, alternatively, a unique or interesting contribution only loosely connected with the structure, object, site, or district. VIII. History-Context Associated with and also a prime illustration of predominant patterns of political, social, economic, cultural, medical, educational, governmental, military, industrial, or religious history. Historical context will be evaluated as a measure of the degree to which it reflects: 1-2s I. Early, first, or major patterns of local history, regardless of whether the historical effects go beyond the city level, that are intimately connected with the building (i.e., County Museum). 2. Secondary patterns of local history but closely associated with the building (i.e., Park Hotel). 3. Secondary patterns of local history but loosely associated with the building. Historical context will also be evaluated on the basis of: 4. Whether or not a structure occupies its original site and/or whether or not the original foundation has been changed, if known.