HomeMy WebLinkAboutR-11659 designating the property located at 207 Broad Street as a Landmark Historic Resource, knownR 11659
RESOLUTION NO. 11659 (2026 SERIES)
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN LUIS
OBISPO, CALIFORNIA, DESIGNATING THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT
207 BROAD STREET AS A LANDMARK HISTORIC RESOURCE,
KNOWN AS THE GARY CULLY HOUSE AND JOHN WILSHUSEN PATIO
(APPLICATION NO. HIST-0981-2025)
WHEREAS, the applicants, Richard and Ginger Silva, filed an application on
December 16, 2025, for review of the inclusion of the property at 207 Broad Street on the
City’s List of Historic Resources as a Landmark; and
WHEREAS, the Cultural Heritage Committee of the City of San Luis Obispo
conducted a public hearing in the Council Hearing Room of City Hall, 990 Palm Street,
San Luis Obispo, California on April 27, 2026, and recommended that the City Council
designate the property at 207 Broad Street as a Landmark Property on the City’s
Inventory of Historic Resources; and
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of San Luis Obispo conducted a public
hearing on June 16, 2026, for the purpose of considering the request to designate the
property on the Inventory of Historic Resources as a Landmark; and
WHEREAS, notices of said public hearings were made at the time and in the
manner required by law; and
WHEREAS, the City Council has duly considered all evidence, including the record
of the Cultural Heritage Committee hearing and recommendation, and the evaluation and
recommendation prepared by staff.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Council of the City of San Luis
Obispo as follows:
SECTION 1. Findings. Based upon all the evidence, the City Council recognizes
the property’s eligibility for Landmark Designation in accordance with the Historic
Preservation Ordinance of the Municipal Code based on the following findings:
a) The architectural significance of the exterior's Tudor Revival style, specifically
described as Lutyensesque Revival, and distinctive brick veneer siding .
b) The architectural significance of the exterior stonework on the patio, and
potential significance of the steps leading to the property, crafted by John
Wilshusen who notably contributed the renowned stonework at the Madonna
Inn, another Landmark property in the City’s inventory.
c) The property's association with Gary Cully, a local craftsman whose notable
work includes the ironwork on the Madonna Inn, the parabolic wave roof at the
Santa Maria Airport, and the ironwork framing the courtyard at 749 & 751
Higuera Street (Local Register Resource).
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SECTION 2. Environmental Determination. The project is categorically exempt
from the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). Inclusion of the
subject property on the City’s Inventory of Historic Resources does not have the potential
for causing a significant effect on the environment, and so is covered by the general rule
described in 15061 (b) (3) of the CEQA Guidelines.
SECTION 3. Action. The City Council of the City of San Luis Obispo does hereby
designate the property located at 207 Broad Street as a Landmark Resource, referred to
as “The Gary Cully and John Wilshusen Patio”.
Upon motion of Council Member Marx, seconded by Council Member Shoresman,
and on the following roll call vote:
AYES: Council Member Boswell, Marx, Shoresman, Vice Mayor Francis,
and Mayor Stewart
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
The foregoing resolution was adopted this 16th day of June 2026.
___________________________
Mayor Erica A. Stewart
ATTEST:
______________________
Teresa Purrington
City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
______________________
J. Christine Dietrick
City Attorney
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the official seal of the
City of San Luis Obispo, California, on ______________________.
___________________________
Teresa Purrington
City Clerk
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