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FROM: John Mandeville, Community Dev lopment Direcr
Prepared By: Jeff Hook, Associate Pla ne
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SUBJECT: NOMINATION OF PROPERTY LOCATED AT 2030 JOHNSON
AVENUE TO THE MASTER LIST OF HISTORIC RESOURCES
CAO RECOMMENDATION:
As recommended by the Cultural Heritage Committee, adopt a resolution adding the property to the
Master List of Historic Resources.
DISCUSSION
Advisory Body Recommendation
At its September 27, 2004 meeting, the Cultural Heritage Committee (CHC) held a public hearing
on the property owners' request to add a single-family home located at 2030 Johnson Avenue to the
Master List of Historic Resources. After reviewing historical and architectural documentation, the
Committee recommended the City Council add this property to the Master List of Historic
Resources due to its association with the original San Luis Obispo High School and the degree to
which the building has retained its architectural character.
On a motion by Committee member Pavlik, seconded by Committee member Wheeler, the
Committee voted 4-0 to determine the property meets the Historic Preservation Program
Guidelines for listing on the Master List of Historic Resources, and recommended the City
Council add the property to the Master List as a Type 5 property—"San Luis Obispo High School
Home Economics Building", under adopted City architectural and historical criteria (Attachment
6).
Background
The house was added to the Contributing Properties List in 2001. Dan Carpenter, property owner
and resident of the home, recently applied to the City to add the house to the Master List of
Historic Resources and provided historic background on the request (Attachments 3, 4, and 5).
The house has been rehabilitated, while important architectural features of the original one-room
school building have been preserved, including building form and scale, roof and window
treatment, exterior siding, and interior materials and details. As explained below, historic
designation as either Master List or Contributing property requires a public hearing before the
CHC, nomination to the City Council, and Council approval.
Council Agenda Report—Master List Nomination of 2030 Johnson Avenue
Page 2
Site Data
Property Owners: Daniel L. and Sandra K. Carpenter
Zoning: R-2
General Plan Designation: Medium-Density Residential
Historical Status: Contributing Property
Site Area: 7,020 square feet
Site Description: The gently sloping site has one house and a garage/hobby room addition at the
rear of the site built in 1992. The site is bordered by residential uses on three sides and fronts
onto Johnson Avenue
Architectural/Historical Background
The applicants have provided historic documentation showing that the house was once a Home
Economics classroom at the San Luis Obispo High School, located near the intersection of Marsh
Street and Johnson Avenue, and that the classroom is the only structure that remains from the old
High School complex. Documentation suggests the.classroom was moved to Palm Street in the
early 1940s and remodeled into a house, and then moved to its current location in 1985.
Built on Marsh Street at Johnson Avenue on the site of the first San Luis Obispo High School
— in 1915, the bungalow was later moved to 1625 Palm Street, where it remained until 1985
when it was moved to its current location. The "classroom" building reflected California
Bungalow architectural influences popular in its day, and photos show the house retains many of
the signature exterior and interior features of the original building(Attachment 5).
Eligibility of 2030 Johnson Avenue for historic nomination.
The house appears to have retained much of its original architectural character and detailing and
both house and grounds are well maintained. When moved to the Johnson site, the house was
placed on a new foundation to accommodate the sloped site. At sometime in the past, it appears
the front porch and stairs were added, and over the years the house and grounds have had many
recent improvements, however, these changes do not appear to have significantly altered the
house's footprint, scale or "character-defining" features, including roof style, exterior wall and
window design and materials and architectural details. The main change has been its loss of its
original setting and environmental context. However based on a combination of attributes: its
age, preservation of architectural character, and significance to the community as the last
remaining building of the former San Luis Obispo High School, the CHC determined the
property meets one or more eligibility criteria for the Master List, as stated.below:
Although originally added to the Contributing Properties List, the CHC now supports Master List
status because the applicant has provided additional documentation to show conclusively that the
property meets the City's adopted eligibility criteria for Master List properties.
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Council Agenda Report—Master List Nomination of 2030 Johnson Avenue
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Architectural Criteria
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3. The property exhibits traditional, vernacular andlor eclectic influences that represent
a particular social milieu and period of the community, in that the building served as the Home
Economics building for San Luis Obispo High School and its design and scale served as a model
home for home arts education, and to a great extent has maintained its architectural integrity.
Historical Criteria
VII. History -Event
3. The property is associated with a social, political, economic, governmental,
educational or other institutional event that has been important to the community,
namely establishment, demolition and relocation of San Luis Obispo High School.
VIII. History— Context
3. The building exhibits secondary patterns of local history as it is the last
remaining known building of the original San Luis Obispo High School Campus,
having been relocated twice from its original location near the intersection of
Marsh and Johnson Streets.
Historic Listing Process
The process for historic listing involves several steps. Any person may request that a property be
added to the Master List of Historical Resources or the Contributing Properties List. The CHC,
Architectural Review Commission, Planning Commission or City Council may also initiate
listing. The CHC then reviews the request to determine whether it merits formal consideration.
If the CHC finds a property merits consideration, a public hearing is scheduled and the applicant
and property owner are notified. In evaluating a property's eligibility for the Master or
Contributing Properties List, the CHC uses Council-adopted criteria (Attachment 7). If the CHC
finds the property meets one or more of the eligibility criteria it forwards a recommendation to
the City Council, who makes the final decision on historic designation. In making these
decisions, the City Council considers the CRC's recommendations, public testimony and
supporting documentation. The Council's action is then final and if the property is designated
historic, its historic status and legal description are recorded with the County recorder.
Types of Historic Resources
There are two types of historic resources in San Luis Obispo. Individual buildings that have
significant historic or architectural value are called "Master List Properties." These are the most
unique and or important historic resources and merit special recognition and protection. A
property may be listed as a Master List property if it meets any of the criteria in Historic
Preservation Program Guidelines (Attachment 5). Criteria for listing include: architectural
significance (style, design, age, and architect); association with important person or event; or
environmental context or role as a community landmark. Consideration shall include the
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Council Agenda Report—Master List Nomination of 2030 Johnson Avenue
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architectural integrity, context and condition of the structure.
The second type of historic resource is the "Contributing Property." The Contributing Properties
List consists of about 500 properties that contribute to the architectural and historical character of
the neighborhoods in which they are located. A Contributing Property is defined as a structure
"built before 1941 that has retained its original architectural style and when viewed in the context
of its surroundings, contributes to the historic character of the area." (City Council Resolution
No. 6424 (1988 Series). While most contributing properties are located within historic districts,
the CHC and the City Council have determined they may be located anywhere in the City if they
meet the above criteria.
Effects of Historic Listing
Once properties are added to the Contributing Properties List, physical changes to the property are
possible, provided that such changes promote the structure's original architectural style and
character. Significant exterior architectural changes are referred to the Cultural Heritage
Committee to determine whether the changes are consistent with City standards and to meet CEQA
requirements. Demolition is also possible, subject to the requirements in the Demolition and
Building Relocation Code.
Contributing properties are not eligible for the Mills Act Program but as designated historic
resources, are eligible for preservation benefits that may include flexible zoning and building
standards,tax credits, and historic rehabilitation loan programs.
As either a Contributing or Master List property, the property is deemed to be historically
significant pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act. Demolition, reconstruction, or
relocation of historically significant structures may be considered a significant adverse
environmental impact. Significant adverse impacts can be avoided if the Secretary of the Interior's
Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties with Guidelines for Preserving, Rehabilitating,
Restoring, and Reconstructing Historic Buildings or the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for
Rehabilitation and Guidelines for Rehabilitating Historic Buildings (1995, Weeks and Grimmer)
are followed.
ALTERNATIVES
1. Do not adopt a resolution adding the properties to the Master List of Historic Resources
List.
2. Continue the item for additional information or study, and specify the additional
information or analysis needed.
Council Agenda Report—Master List Nomination of 2030 Johnson Avenue
Page 5
ATTACHMENTS
1. Vicinity Map and Photo of Johnson Avenue Elevation
2. Land Use Information
3. Letter from Dan Carpenter
4. Bertrando and Bertrando Research Consultants Memo
5. Historic Documentation
6. Draft CHC Minutes, September 27, 2004
7. Historical Preservation Program Guidelines (Appendix C), Historic Resource Criteria
8. Draft Council Resolution
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Address Info
2030 JOHNSON
Sic Use RES-Single-Family Residence Detached
Occupied / ! Units 1 Zip 93401-4533
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Comments
Parcel Info
003-584-028 #1 #2
Traffic Zone 208 Zoning R-2 7020
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Legal Description CY SLO FIX TER BL 3 PTN LT 4
PermitCe Ory Codes
Owner Info Building Planning Codes
Position 1:S Position 1:P
CARPENTER DANIEL L& SANDRA K Position 2:0--Occupancy Position 2&3: EN--Environ. Review;AR--Arch.Review.
D=Design Review AD=Admin Review;PC=Planning Comm
2030 JOHNSON AVE C--Construction CC_-City Council;CH=Cultural Heritage;
Position 3&4:Construction HO=lome Oac;F=Fence Height:
PI=Permit Issued M=Merger;D_-Daycare;S=Sales
PF=Permi(Ftnaled.Position 4:A=Approved;Certified;D--Denied;
SLO CA 93401 PE=Pemdt Expired K=Continued;P=Pending;S--Schematic;
- PW=Pemdt Withdrawn W=Withdrawn
Type:B=Building;P=Plumbing:E=Electdcei; Environ.Review: E=EIR;M=Mitigate Neg,
M=MechaNcal;D=Demo;G=Grading;S=Sign. dec;N--Negative dec;X=Exempt
Permit History
Date Type Code App# Finaled Description Value/Comments
•08/06/90 UP 8CPP 6533 04/22/9Z DETACHED GARAGE/HOBBY ROOM ADDITION 31800
007/06/90 & P1DD 91-90 RANDOLPH SCOTTS SETBACK Appealed
004/19/84 a 13CPr 444 04/23/85 MOVING HOUSE FROM 1625 PALM ST 61000
•04/04/80 V PF" 844-80 SETBACK VARIANCE
•01/21/80 ARC PARK 60-79DUPLEX
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Special Information
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CITY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO
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August 16,2004
To:
Paula Carr
c/o Jeff Hook
Cultural Heritage Committee
San Luis Obispo
RE: 2030 Johnson Ave.
In 2001, your committee accepted this historic resource as a contributing property to the
City of San Luis Obispo. It was believed by the evidence that I presented to be the last
remaining building(or classroom) from the original San Luis Obispo High School. The
High School was built in 1906 and moved to its present site in 1929. This building was
constructed on site(according to county records) in 1915. This resource was used as a
Home Economics(Sewing Room), which was located to the southeast of the High
School, on the back of the property. It is noted on the 1926 Sanborn map and shows the
building at what would have been the corner of Pacific and Johnson, on the north side of
San Luis Creek.
In 2001, we had verbal testimony from four students who attended high school at that
location remembering the building as an additional classroom for the school. You should
have those names in your notes from the last hearing.
I have solicited the help of Betsy and Luther Bertrando in the last few months to help us
with-finding any missing pieces that would prevent this resource from becoming a Master
List Property. Enclosed you'll find a copy of Ms. Bertrando's letter and she is available
to comment about the historical aspects of the property.
A couple of questions arose from the hearing in 2001 that I felt kept it from becoming a
Master List property. First, we didn't have any pictures of the building at the site of the
High School. Since then,and you'll see in the enclosed papers, I have included pictures
of the Schoolroom behind some team pictures taken directly out of the 1927 and 1928
High School yearbook. I believe this shows the original architecture of the building and
the fact that it has not changed since being built in 1915. The other issue that was
brought up in 2001 was that the building had been moved twice since it's location on the
High School property. I feel that we are left with this resource today because it was
moved and not demolished with the other resources that were used on site. I feel this
should not be detrimental to the fact that it is historical.
The house has its original 4ft. glass front door, large classroom windows,original light
fixtures, light switches and solid oak hardwoodflooring that is throughout the house and
even under the walls. These facts were brought out in the original application for
contributing property.
Attachment 3
In closing, I would like to ask the committee to review the additional items I have
enclosed and find that this should be moved to the Master List of historical resources. I
feel now that we have enclosed evidence that the house was on the property, remaining in
its original form, combined with our 2001 verbal and physical evidence that the building
was used as a schoolroom, is reason enough to move it to that list.
If you have any further questions,please feel free to call upon me or even drop by to see
the house and some of its original features.
Sincerely,
Dan Carpenter
2030 Johnson Ave.
San Luis Obispo
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2030 Johnson Ave.
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
To: City of San Luis Obispo
The following is information and pictures I would like to include in the
file on my house at 2030 Johnson Avenue.
I had the opportunity to visit with three residents who were students
of San Luis High School when it was located at Marsh & Johnson
Streets. Vareene Langenbeck (Graduated 1928), AI Polson
(Graduated 1924) and Cecelia Serpa (Attended 1923). All three
were very informative and remember a couple of addition buildings
used by the High School for additional classroom space. More
specifically, with their input and my findings, we believe it was used to
teach Home Economics to students from about 1915 until about
1940. This building was moved off the property in 1941 and
converted to a house. The High School was then relocated to San
Luis Drive and the old High School was used as the Junior High
School.
I also believe there are characteristics of the structure that are
consistent with one room schoolhouses from that era. I have
included pictures of the front door (48" Glass), large front and rear
windows, large original light fixtures, hardwood flooring throughout
the house. When the building was moved in 1941., the interior was
converted into a home. The walls are built on top of the hardwood
flooring that covered the entire floor of the one room school. I
believe these things are significant enough to set the building aside
as a historical piece to the original San Luis High School.
Any questions, please feel free to call me. -
543-2511
Dan Carpenter
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BETSY BERTRANDO
BERTRANDO& BERTRANDO RESEARCH CONSULTANTS
267 Foothill Boulevard
San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
August 2004
To: Cultural Heritage Committee
City of San Luis Obispo
This correspondence supports the owner's request to add a property located at 2030
Johnson Avenue to the City of San Luis Obispo's Master List of Historic Resources. I have
reviewed the documentation and photographs pertaining to the residence and fully agree with the
owner,Dan Carpenter, and his conclusions regarding the results of his historical research for the
former San Luis Obispo High School Home Economics building. The structure is unique and
fits Definition I of Historical Resources as"Individual buildings that have significant historic or
architectural value."(The Historical Preservation Program Guidelines 1987:2). By this
definition, the former Home Economics structure belongs on the Master List of Historic
Resources. Itis currently on the"contributing" list.
Since Mr. Carpenter first appeared before the CHC in August of 2001, additional
photographic evidence has been uncovered. Images of sports teams taken in 1927 and 1928 at
the former location of the high school give glimpses of the Home Economics building in the
background that has the same exterior as Mr. Carpenter's residence. Oral histories confirm its
use as well.
This is a great opportunity for the City of San Luis Obispo to recognize this unique
property as the only remaining building from the old granite High School complex,and later
Junior High,that was eventually tom down to allow construction of a Safeway supermarket.
The residence is in pristine condition with some interior original fixtures, cabinets and hardware
remaining.
Sincerely,
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Draft CHC Meeting Minutes, September 27, 2004
Page 3
for consideration of nominating the property at 1429 Osos Street to the Master List of
Historic Resources.
3. 572 Islay Street. ARC MI 141-04. Demolition and reconstruction of a garage for a
contributing historic property in the Old Town Historic District; R-2-H; Doug Rion,
applicant.
Jeff Hook presented the staff report, and the applicant explained his proposal to install a roll-up
carnage door and decorative gable end shingles in the new garage. All of the Committee
members supported the project and felt it was architecturally consistent with the Contributing
property and the Old Town Historic District. On a motion by Committee member Pavlik,
seconded by Vice-Chairperson Wheeler, the Committee voted 4-0 to determine that the proposed
remodel is consistent with the Historic Preservation Program Guidelines and will complement
the Old Town Historic District, and referred the project to the Community Development Director
for action.
4. 2030 Johnson Avenue. Consideration of request to nominate a contributing property to the
Master List of Historic Resources; R-1 zone; Dan Carpenter, applicant.
Jeff Hook presented the staff report and Dan Carpenter described the property and outlined the
basis for listing as a Master List property. Historical consultant Betsy Bertrando spoke in support
of including this property on the Master List of Historic Resources, since it was the last known
remaining building of the original San Luis Obispo High School. On a motion by Committee
member Pavlik, seconded by Committee member Wheeler, the Committee voted 4-0 to
determine the property meets the Historic Preservation Program Guidelines for listing on the
Master List of Historic Resources, and recommended the City Council add the property to the
Master List as a Type 5 property— "San Luis Obispo High School Home Economics Building".,
under the following eligibility categories:
Architectural Criteria
I. Style
3. The property exhibits traditional, vernacular and/or eclectic influences that represent a
particular social milieu and period of the community, in that the building served as the Home
Economics building for San Luis Obispo High School and its design and scale served as a model
home for home arts education, and to a great extent has maintained its architectural integrity.
Historical Criteria
VII. History-Event
3. The property is associated with a social, political,economic, governmental,
educational or other institutional event that has been important to the community,
namely establishment, demolition and relocation of San Luis Obispo High School.
VIII. History—Context
3. The building exhibits secondary patterns of local history as it is the last remaining
known building of the original San Luis Obispo High School Campus,having
been relocated twice from its original location near the intersection of Marsh and
Johnson Streets.
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City of San Luis Obispo Cultural Heritage Committee
DELINEATION OF HISTORIC RESOURCE CRITERIA
FOR BUILDING EVALUATION AND RECOMNUNDATIONS
ARCHITECTURAL CRITERIA
1. Style
Describes form of building such as size, structural shape and details within that form (i.c.,
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).
H: Design
Describes the architectural concept of a structure and the quality of artistic merit and
craftsmanship 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
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carpenter-builders, although the craftsmanship and artistic quality may not be
superior.
III: Age
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 plans 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, landscapes, and natural
features; and how these combine together to create an integral cultural, historic,or
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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.
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:
1. Significant to the community as a public leader(i.e., mayor, congressman, etc.)or
for his or her famel 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. Contributions 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.
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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. 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.
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RESOLUTION NO. (2004 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 2030 JOHNSON AVENUE
WHEREAS, in 1983 the City Council adopted Resolution No. 5197 establishing
the "Master List of Historic Resources", and in 1986 adopted Resolution No. 6097
establishing historical preservation program guidelines, including procedures for adding
properties to the listing; and
WHEREAS, as provided by adopted procedures, the Cultural Heritage Committee
held a public hearing on September 27, 2004 to consider a request by Dan Carpenter,
property owner of 2030 Johnson Avenue, to said property to the Master List of Historic
Resources,and;
WHEREAS, said property was being considered for historic status, in part, because
of its probable historic association with the original San Luis Obispo Obispo High School,
built in 1907 and located on Marsh Street between Essex (now Johnson Avenue) and Toro
Streets; and
WHEREAS, at said meeting, the Cultural Heritage Committee reviewed the
historical documentation on the property and recommended that the City Council add the
properties to the Master List, and;
WHEREAS, this City Council considered this recommendation during an
advertised public hearing on December 7, 2004, pursuant to historic preservation guidelines
established by Council Resolution No. 6157 (1987 Series);
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Council Resolution No. (2004 Series)
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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 the property, on file in the Community
Development Department, public testimony, the staff report, and on the City's Historical
Preservation Program Guidelines,the following:
SECTION 1. Environmental Determination
1. Historic designation does not constitute a "project" as defined under Section 15378 of
Title 14, Ch. 3 California Code of Regulations and therefore is not subject to review
under the California Environmental Quality Act(CEQA).
SECTION 2. Findings.
The building located at 2030 Johnson Avenue meets the Historic Preservation Program
Guidelines criteria for historic listing as a Master List Property under Architectural Criterion
I. Style (3), Historical Criterion VII. History — Event (3), and Historical Criterion VIII.
History—Context(3),based on the following findings:
1. The property exhibits traditional, vernacular andlor eclectic influences that represent
a particular social milieu and period of the community, in that the building served as the
Home Economics building for San Luis Obispo High School and its design and scale
served as a model home forhomearts education, and to a great extent has maintained its
architectural integrity.
2. The property is associated with a social, political, economic, governmental,
educational or other institutional event that has been important to the community,
namely establishment, demolition and relocation of San Luis Obispo High School.
3. The building exhibits secondary patterns of local history as it is the last remaining
known building of the original San Luis Obispo High School Campus, having been
relocated twice from its original location near the intersection of Marsh and Johnson
Streets.
SECTION 3. Addition to Master List of Historic Resources. The building located at
2030 Johnson Avenue is hereby added to the Master List of Historic Resources as a Type 5
Property, Not eligible for the National Register of Historic Places but significant at a local
level,based on historic documentation on file in the Community Development Department.
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Council Resolution No. (2004 Series)
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SECTION 4. Publish Revised Master List of Historic Resources. The Community
Development Director is hereby directed to amend the Master List of Historic Resources to
include the property listed above, as described in Exhibit A, and to publish a revised
Inventory of Historic Resources for public distribution.
SECTION 5. Recording of Historic Properties. The City Clerk is hereby directed to
record the properties' historic designation and legal description with the San Luis Obispo
County Recorder,pursuant to State Law.
Upon motion of seconded by
and on the following roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
The foregoing resolution was adopted this 7th day of December, 2004.
Mayor David F. Romero
ATTEST:
Audrey Hooper
City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
J ath . Lowell
City Attorney
Attachment: Exhibit A—Legal Description of Listed Historic Property
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EXHIBIT A
LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF LISTED HISTORIC PROPERTY
Following is the legal description of the property added to the City of San Luis
Obispo's Master List of Historic Resources as a 'Type 5" Historic Property (not
eligible for the National Register of Historic Places, but significant at a local level),
to be referred to as the Old San Luis Obispo High School Home Economics
Building. This property was added to the Master List on December 7, 2004, by
City Council Resolution No. (2004 Series):
2030 Johnson Avenue
Portion of Lot 4, Block 3, Fbdlini Terrace
City of San Luis Obispo, California 93401
(Assessor's Parcel Number(APN#) 003-584-028).
Owners: Daniel L. and Sandra K. Carpenter
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Talking Points for Proposed Tentative Tract 2560—City Council Meeting
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How does the project comply with the City flood policies?
This project as proposed complies with both the City of San Luis Obispo's Flood
Damage prevention regulations/FEMA and the City's waterways Management plan
FDPR/FEMA
Currently a portion of the proposed project is within the 100-year FEMA designated
floodplain. The particular designation is an A-O 2-ft depth zone or flooding up to 2-ft
can possibly be expected. The A-O designation indicates that a detailed study was not
performed. The A-O designation is based on field study and anecdotal information. The
purpose of a flood plain designation is to identify risk and establish flood insurance rates.
Residential Construction 1' Above the 100 year flood elevation
Commercial Construction either wet of Dry Floodproofing
Change the FEMA/FIRM map flood designation from an A-O 2-ft depth zone to a
studied A zone with an established flood elevation.
WWMP
The applicants Hydraulic and hydrologic analysis has proposed mitigating additional
stormwater runoff by implementing detention as to not increase the runoff greater than
that of the pre-development rates for the 2-, 10- and 100-year storms.
The hydraulic analysis shows the proposed construction will not increase the water
surface elevation by more than 2-1/2" required by the WWMP-DDM, adopted last
October.
How will the flood potential be reduced by replacing the bridge?
By replacing the existing bridge and raising it by 3-1/2 feet as the hydraulic study
indicates increases the cross sectional area and will allow more water to pass under the
bridge.
How can the fill in the floodplain required for building the project features not cause
an increase in flooding potential?
The Citys Waterways management plan identified a level of significance within the
Special Flood Hazard Management Area as an increase of the water surface elevation of
more that 2.5'`. Since the hydraulic study identifies an increase of less than the 2.5" rise
in the water surface elevation for the 100 year therefore the amount of fill within the
flood plain is no significant decrease in flood plain storage.
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