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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCULTURAL HERITAGE COMMITTEE MINUTES 2005CULTURAL HERITAGE COMMITTEE MINUTES 2005 MINUTES SAN LUIS OBISPO CULTURAL HERITAGE COMMITTEE Regular Meeting of Monday, January 24, 2005 The meeting convened at 5:30 p.m. in the Council Hearing Room, San Luis Obispo City Hall, 990 Palm Street. ROLL CALL: Present: Vice -Chair Tom Wheeler, Barbara Breska, Chuck Crotser, and Robert Pavlik, and Frank Scotti. Absent: Chairperson Paula Juelke Carr and Sandy Baer STAFF: Buzz Kalkowski, Associate Planner; Jeff Hook, Senior Planner PUBLIC COMMENT: Astrid Gallagher asked the Committee to schedule a public art proposal for the San Luis Marketplace for its February 28, 2005 meeting. Since the proposed artwork included historic references, Vice -Chairperson Wheeler asked staff to schedule the item for discussion at the Committee's February meeting. MINUTES: On a motion by Committee member Scotti, seconded by Committee member Breska, the minutes of the November 22, 2004 regular meeting were approved on a 5-0 vote. (Note: the December 27, 2004 CHC meeting was cancelled). PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS: 1. 955 Monterey Street. ARC MI 211-04: Conceptual review of a proposed wireless telecommunications facility on the roof of the historic Anderson Hotel; C -D -H zone, Nextel Communications, applicant. Jeff Hook presented the staff report. Mario Musso, Nextel Communications, and Jim Culver, Omni Design Group, explained the project, noting that the proposed water tank addition would be installed on top of the existing historic water tank base, thereby giving the base a logical reason to still be on the building. Mr. Culver explained the design rationale and approach for the proposed "stealthing" of the antennas using the water tank. Extensive discussion between the Committee and applicant followed. There was no public comment. Committee members supported the general concept of stealthing the antennas, but wanted more information on historic context and significance/purpose of the water tower. Committee members asked the applicant to provide information on whether the water tower was part of the original hotel building, its purpose, and the feasibility of co -locating the existing Sprint wireless facilities by removing them from the Bell Tower and including them in the proposed water tank. 2. 1117 Marsh Street. ARC MI 192-04: Review minor changes to the historic Esquar House; O zone; Charlene Souza and Gary Toll, applicants. Buzz Kalkowski presented the staff report. Gary Toll, applicant, acknowledged that the recently installed vinyl windows were not consistent with the Mills Act Contract and Secretary of the Interior Standards, and said they would be replaced with wood windows. There was no public comment. Two motions were made: 1) on a motion by Committee member Crotser, seconded by CHC Meeting Minutes, January 24, 2005 Page 2 Vice -Chairperson Wheeler, the Committee determined that the as -built changes are not consistent with the Historic Preservation Program, with the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties, and with the Mills Act Contract which applies to this property, and will impact the historical character of the Master List property, subject to the findings that: 1. The removal of original windows and replacement with new windows adversely affects the building's historic character because the replacement windows do not substantially match the original windows in terms of materials and design; and 2. The window changes do not conform to the provisions of the Mills Act Contract which apply to this property. The Committee determined that a sub -committee of two CHC members and staff meet with the applicants to approve the design and materials of new replacement windows which will more closely match the original windows. 2) On a motion by Committee member Crotser, seconded by Vice -Chairperson Wheeler, the Committee called for the applicants to work with staff to develop a schedule for completion of the seven improvement items on the Mills Act contract. The schedule is to be completed within 30 days of the hearing (due February 25, 2005). The applicants stated that all the required Mills Act improvements would be made as part of the improvement project. Both motions were approved, 5-0. 3. 690 Higuera Street. ARC MI 212-04: Review of a new rear canvas patio cover and upgrade to street fagade; C -D -H zone; Joseph and Debbie Silvestri, applicants. Buzz Kalkowski presented the staff report. Louisa Smith, architect, and Alex Rampone, Shoreline Awning, made brief states regarding the proposed improvements. Committee members felt the changes were consistent with the Downtown Historic District and supported the project. There was no public comment. On a motion by Committee member Crotser, seconded by Committee member Breska, the Committee found that the proposed fagade and rear canopy cover fit with the character and style of the surrounding buildings and the Downtown Historic District and recommended ARC approval. The motion was approved 5-0. 4. 1940 Santa Barbara Avenue. ARC PA 148-04: Review of public art proposal to be placed in the traffic island in front of the historic SPRR Freight Warehouse; PF -H zone; City of San Luis Obispo, applicant. Buzz Kalkowski presented the staff report. Jim Trask, the artist selected by the art jury, showed a model of the artwork, along with materials, and explained the how the art piece would be viewed by the public. Committee members expressed support for the artwork. Committee Cmember Scotti asked staff to verify the historic dates that the icons in the art make reference to, prior to ARC action. Arnold Jonas, representative of the San Luis Obispo Railroad Museum, CHC Meeting Minutes, January 24, 2005 Page 3 �- said the public art would be an appropriate addition to the Historic Railroad District and would be compatible with the planned museum. There was no other public comment. On a motion by Committee member Pavlik, seconded by Committee member Crotser, the Committee determined the proposed public art fits with the Railroad Historical District. The motion was approved: 5-0. 5. 1318 Chorro Street. ARC MI 231-04: Review of a small addition and seismic retrofit of the historic Maaza House; O zone; Howard Carroll, applicant. Buzz Kalkowski presented the staff report. Tom Martin, project architect, described the seismic retrofit and rebuilding of the addition to the Master List structure. There was no public comment. On a motion by Committee member Crotser, seconded by Vice -Chairperson Wheeler, the Committee determined the project is consistent with the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties, and referred the item to the Community Development Director with a recommendation to approve the plans as submitted.. DISCUSSION ITEMS: 6. Building Colors for the historic Rodriguez Adobe. Jeff Hook presented the historic building colors of the Rodriquez Adobe, as determined by a paint sampling study by Bob Vessely. He noted the oldest building colors appeared to be an off white or very pale yellow for the main body, and a blue-green trim color. Committee members asked staff to extend appreciation to Mr. Vessely for his work. 7. Letter from Anne Cruikshanks regarding the historic Rosa Butron Adobe. Anne Cruikshanks expanded upon her letter explaining her request to increase City efforts to protect and maintain the historic Rosa Butron Adobe. Committee members recommended that the City Council direct staff to investigate interim protection measures for the Butron and Nopalera (Lizzie Street) Adobes, and to provide additional resources to begin rehabilitation of the Butron Adobe from any funds remaining from the Rodriquez Adobe rehabilitation. The Committee asked staff to add an item to the February CHC agenda on the condition and status of the City -owned adobes. Committee member Pavlik suggested staff look into the possibility of using FEMA grants for 2003 earthquake damage to cover some of the adobe costs. 8. Presentation by Heritage Shared of the "Pedaling the Past" bike tour and request for City sponsorship. (Dick Miller) Dick Miller, President of Heritage Shared, explained a planned bike tour of historic San Luis Obispo buildings and sites, to be conducted with the San Luis Obispo Bicycle Club. He said they planned to use Sinsheimer Park as a staging area for the tour, and asked for CHC support for City sponsorship of the tour. CHC Meeting Minutes, January 24, 2005 Page 4 The Committee endorsed the proposed bicycle tour "Pedaling the Past", and recommended that the City Council approve City sponsorship for the event. 9. Discuss the Historic Plaque Program and review survey of other cities' historic plaque programs. This item was continued to the February 28, 2005 CHC meeting. 10. Update to Citywide List of Historic Resources and Historic Inventory Planning. This item was continued to the February 28, 2005 CHC meeting. 11. CHC Accomplishments for 2004. This item was continued to the February 28, 2005 CHC meeting. The meeting ADJOURNED at 8:30 p.m. to the regular CHC meeting to be held on Monday, February 28, 2005, at 5:30 p.m. in the Council Hearing Room, 990 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo. jh1LJchc2005/chc I-05min.doc MINUTES SAN LUIS OBISPO CULTURAL HERITAGE COMMITTEE isRegular Meeting of Monday, February 28, 2005 The meeting convened at 5:30 p.m. in the Council Hearing Room, San Luis Obispo City Hall, 990 Palm Street. ROLL CALL: Present: Chairperson Paula Juelke Carr, Vice -Chair Tom Wheeler, Barbara Breska, Chuck Crotser, Robert Pavlik, and Frank Scotti. Absent: Sandy Baer. Staff: Jeff Hook, Senior Planner and Claire Clark, Seismic Retrofit Program Coordinator MINUTES: On a motion by Committee member Scotti, seconded by Committee member Breska, the minutes of the January 24, 2005. regular meeting were approved on a 6-0 vote. PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS: 1. 2005 Dalidio Drive. ARC PA 108-02: Review of a Public Art proposal for the proposed C SLO Marketplace; SLO Marketplace Association, LLC, applicant. Jeff Hook presented the staff report. Bill Byrd, applicant, described the project background and Joe Werthheimer, artist, described the public artwork and the historic research done. Chairperson Can: opened the public hearing. There was no public comment, and Commission discussion followed. Committee member Crotser liked the project and stated that as long as Chairperson Carr proofread the text on the plaques, he was comfortable with the project. Committee member Wheeler noted that the Chumash Native Americans in this area did not use canoes because the sea was too rough north of Point Conception. He would like to see more emphasis in the historic text and artwork on gathering of sea resources. He had many other suggestions and felt that the artwork needed to reflect a contemporary understanding of Native Americans. Committee member Pavlik liked the artwork's emphasis on place, trade, cultural continuity—themes he felt were on-going today. Chairperson Carr thanked the artist and commented that it was refreshing to see historic information on the Dalidio property included. Thematically she'd like more emphasis on history of this place (the farm), and liked the "water story." Committee member Pavlik suggested that the artwork show continuity of use between generations (e.g. El Camino Real, now State Highway 101). Committee members supported the artwork and felt it was generally accurate with respect to the Community's historic record, with some notable exceptions (e.g. roles and method of arrival of Portola v. Cabrillo). On a motion by Chairperson Carr, seconded by Committee member Wheeler, the Committee determined that with changes, the artwork will be historically accurate and appointed a subcommittee composed of Paula Carr, Tom Wheeler, and Bob Pavlik to work with the artist on artwork text changes. The motion carried, 6-0. CHC Meeting Minutes, February 28, 2005 Page 2 2. 962 Monterey Street. ARC MI 20-05: Review of a seismic retrofit and street level facade modification of a two-story masonry building; C -D -H zone; Copeland Enterprises, applicant. Jeff Hook presented the staff report. Mark Rawson, architect, explained the proposed building design. He noted that the planned tenant's architect wanted a more contemporary design for the new "Urban Outfitters" store on the ground floor. He said the proposed design represented a compromise in that the tenant would prefer a plain concrete wainscot. Chairperson Carr opened the public hearing. There was no public comment, and Commission discussion followed. Committee member Scotti felt a concrete wainscot or "bulkhead" would not be compatible with the historic building. Committee member Crotser wondered if it would be possible to create a divided light transom window above the storefront to tie the ground floor in with the windows on the second story. Rawson said the tenants were opposed to that approach. Committee member Wheeler preferred the rehabilitation design plans approved by the City in 1999. He was concerned that the proposed black tile and contemporary storefront effectively created two different building facades. He could not support a plain concrete bulkhead. Committee member Breska felt the design looked too modern for the Downtown Historic District. The approved 1999 remodel plan looked more "San Luis Obispo" than the current plan. She preferred brick storefront columns to tie the upper and lower stories architecturally, and had a problem with the new treatment. She could support the proposed center storefront door. Committee member Crotser liked the new design solution and felt black tile on the wainscot was fine. He would like to see the windows divided above the entry doors as transom windows, and was concerned that the diagonal seismic braces proposed behind the storefront be visible and detract from the building's historic character. He believed a "moment frame" design would be a good solution to this problem. Committee member Scotti felt the design was generally OK, but that a tile wainscot was a must, and would like to see some divided lights in the transom window above the storefront to create more verticality. Committee member Pavlik was OK with the proposed design. Chairperson Carr felt that since this was a Master List property, it was important to consider what makes the building unique. The upper fagade's materials, angles and details were unique and characteristic of the period in which it was built. The proposed ground story looks like a different building to a person walking by. She was concerned that the Committee was going "far afield" to accommodate a tenant's preferences that were not consistent with the Secretary of the Interior's Standards. She felt we did not know enough about the original building to assume the proposed storefront resembled the original fagade. As a minimum, she felt a transom with vertically divided lights was needed. On a motion by Committee member Crotser, seconded by Committee member Scotti, the Committee voted 4-2 (Carr, Breska) to determine the proposed project was consistent with the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties, provided changes are implemented to ensure the project will not impact the historic, architectural, or aesthetic significance of the historic property or the Downtown Historic District. The project was referred to the Architectural Review Commission or to the Community Development Director with the following recommendations: 1. The storefront window jambs shall be extended through the transom window. CHC Meeting Minutes, February 28, 2005 Page 3 19 2. A ceramic tile bulkhead shall be used.. 3. The applicant should "explore" the possibility of using a moment frame rather than diagonal braces to prevent seismic reinforcement from being visible through the storefront. The motion carried. 3. 798 Palm Street. ARC MI 13-05: Review of a request to remove an existing storage shed and construct a new addition in conjunction with a seismic retrofit; R4 -H zone; Frank Dufault, applicant. Jeff Hook presented the staff report. Steve Pults, architect, explained the proposed demolition/addition. He noted that Air -Vol Block could match the old brick closely, and that the addition would be within the "footprint" of the existing shed addition. Chairperson Carr opened the public hearing. There was no public comment, and Commission discussion followed. Chairperson Carr felt the wood shed was characteristic of the Chinatown Historic District and would like to somehow preserve this feature. She was concerned the brick building addition might complete with the Ah Louis Store across Chorro Street. The relationship of the wood shed to the main brick building was historic and archetypical. She suggested the wood fence along Chorro Street be preserved with the new building setback slightly behind. Committee member Breska did not feel the shed addition needed to be preserved. On a motion by Committee member Wheeler, seconded by Committee member Crotser, the Committee determined that the proposed demolition and building addition are conditionally compatible with the Community Design Guidelines and the Historical Preservation Program Guidelines, provided that appropriately matched exterior materials are used in the new design, and referred the project to the Community Development Director with a recommendation to allow the demolition of the wood structure and a new addition subject to photo documentation and archaeological studies being provided as required by City standards. The motion carred, 6- 0. 4. 1061 Islay Street. ARC MI 11-05: Review of a second story addition to an existing residence; R -3-H zone; Jannie Taylor, applicant. (Buzz Kalkowski) Jeff Hook presented the staff report. Lou Kluver Smith, architect, added that the addition was designed a sewing room and would match the building's details. Chairperson Carr opened the public hearing. Martha Steward, neighbor, felt the project looked good. Hearing no further public comment, Chairperson Carr closed the public hearing and on a motion by Committee member Crotser, seconded by Committee member Wheeler, the Committee voted 6-0 to determine the proposed addition was consistent with the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties and referred the project to the Community Development Director with a recommendation to approve the plans as submitted. CHC Meeting Minutes, February 28, 2005 Page 4 DISCUSSION ITEMS: 5. Special Meeting on March 14, 2005 to discuss permit processing for Unreinforced Masonry Buildings. (Claire Clark, Seismic Retrofit Program Coordinator) Mr. Hook introduced Claire Clark who briefly explained the Seismic Retrofit Program. She noted the City expected to be processing many seismic retrofit building permits in the near future, and that staff hoped to streamline the process where possible by 1) advising applicants on ways to comply with historical preservation standards, and 2) approving seismic retrofits of historic buildings at a staff level whenever possible. Mr. Hook asked the Committee to schedule a special meeting on Monday, March 14th at 5:30 p.m. to discuss permit processing for seismically strengthening URM buildings and to address preservation issues in connection with such retrofits. On a motion by Committee member Crotser, seconded by Committee member Breska, the Committee scheduled the special meeting as requested on a 6-0 vote.. Due to the lateness of the hour, the Committee unanimously continued items 6 and 7 to the March 28, 2005 meeting. The meeting ADJOURNED at 8:30 p.m. to the special CHC meeting to be held on Monday, March 14; 2005, at 5:30 p.m. in the Council Hearing Room, 990 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo. • 11"01 senior j h/L/chc2005/chc2-05min. doc MINUTES SAN LUIS OBISPO CULTURAL HERITAGE COMMITTEE Special Meeting of Monday, March 14, 2005 The meeting convened at 5:30 p.m. in the Council Hearing Room, San Luis Obispo City Hall, 990 Palm Street. ROLL CALL: Present: Chairperson Paula Juelke Can, Sandy Baer, Barbara Breska, Chuck Crotser, and Robert Pavlik. Absent: Committee members Wheeler and Scotti. STAFF: Jeff Hook, Senior Planner, Claire Clark, Seismic Retrofit Program Coordinator; and Tom Baasch, Chief Building Official DISCUSSION ITEM: I. Permit processing for Seismic Retrofitting of Unreinforced Masonry Buildings. (Claire Clark, Seismic Retrofit Program Coordinator) Jeff Hook introduced the item. Claire Clark presented the staff report requesting staff authority to review certain minor changes to historic buildings as part of seismic strengthening permit applications. She also explained that only about 10% of Unreinforced Masonry Building (URM) owners had expressed interest in demolishing their buildings. She explained the challenges facing property owners and the City in processing and issuing strengthening permits for about 75 Downtown historic buildings by the January 1st, 2006 deadline. . Chairperson Carr did not object to bricking in windows that were not publicly visible, provided that the lintel was saved, the infill material matched the surrounding building materials and finish, and a reveal was maintained showing the window's original shape and location. Committee member Baer was comfortable with staff handling the requested minor changes. Committee member Crotser was concerned that angle brace frames for strengthening URM buildings could impact a building's appearance from the street and its interior architectural character. He felt windows were important historic features but if infill was essential, he agreed with Chairperson Carr on changes. He suggested that staff develop a list of recommended preferences for window infill, and also that staff provide URM applicants with a list of preservation architects and engineers. He mentioned that the Obispo Beautiful Awards Association had an awards program which would be ideal to recognize exemplary seismic retrofitthistoric preservation projects. Committee member Crotser asked that staff ensure that replacement materials used for infill and parapets avoid "simulated materials." He felt exterior building materials on historic buildings should accurately reflect original building materials and wanted to avoid a "Disneyland treatment" to the Downtown Historic District. C. Other Committee members agreed with Committee member Crotser. All members agreed with CHC Meeting Minutes, March 14, 2005 Page 2 the notion that it was OK to remove a "modern" building fagade to expose the original building fagade which was more or less intact or being rehabilitated according to the Secretary's Standards. They felt it was important to be clear on what "period" the building fagade was being returned to. Committee member Crotser would like to see structural frames moved back from building storefronts an undetermined distance to minimize their visibility from public streets and viewing areas. Chairperson Carr was concerned about preserving historic interior and exterior signage, and asked staff to be aware of and try to preserve unexpected or "surprise" architectural and site elements that are uncovered during seismic strengthening, where feasible. She also asked that special care be taken to protect and preserve distinctive interior elements such as staircases and architectural ornamentation. On a motion by Committee member Crotser, seconded by Chairperson Carr, the Committee voted 4-0 to approve action alternative number 3, which includes approval of the following types of changes to historic buildings being delegated to the Community Development Director: Filling in original window openings that are not publicly visible and do not significantly alter the building's historic character. In such cases, the infill material must be recessed from the building fagade to maintain a reveal showing the windows original shape and size, and the infill material matches the fagade closely. Use of thru bolts and exterior plates are allowed when not located on the front of the building Removal of parapets is allowed but only when bracing is not feasible. Where replacement of the parapet is necessary, reuse of the original materials in the original design is preferred so that the replacement is visually identical. Use of simulated or non -original replacement materials shall require review by the CHC and is discouraged. Minor exterior building changes that are consistent with the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties and the City of San Luis Obispo publications, The Community Design and Historical Preservation Program Guidelines. Removal of "modern" building features and materials and the rehabilitation or restoration of the building's original fagade. Projects that include recreation of missing architectural features should be based on historic photos or other documentation; other changes to architectural features or materials or finishes shall require CHC review and shall conform, as closely as possible, to the building's original appearance, material, and layout. In reviewing such requests, the Director will apply the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties and the City of San Luis Obispo's Community Design Guidelines to determine appropriateness of changes to the historic building. To ensure changes are compatible, the Director may apply conditions of approval addressing design details, materials, and colors. When the Director determines such changes are not consistent with these standards, the project will be scheduled for CHC review at the first available meeting. CHC Meeting Minutes, March 14, 2005 Page 3 The meeting ADJOURNED at 7:30 p.m. to the regular CHC meeting to be held on Monday, March 28, 2005, at 5:30 p.m. in the Council Hearing Room, 990 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo. j h/Uchc/2005/chc3-14-05m in. doc MINUTES SAN LUIS OBISPO CULTURAL HERITAGE COMMITTEE Regular Meeting of Monday, March 28, 2005 The meeting convened at 5:30 p.m. in the Council Hearing Room, San Luis Obispo City Hall, 990 Palm Street. ROLL CALL: Present: Chairperson Paula Juelke Carr, Sandy Baer, Barbara Breska, Chuck Crotser, Robert Pavlik. Absent: Vice -Chair Tom Wheeler and Committee member Frank Scotti. Staff: Jeff Hook, Senior Planner. PUBLIC HEARING ITEM: 1. 705 Higuera Street. ARC MI 26-05: Review of seismic retrofit and revision to exterior facade; Aselm Vami, applicant. Jeff Hook presented the staff report. Garth Kornreich, architect, explained the project, noting that structural engineering requirements would make it more difficult than first expected to open up a storefront facing Broad Street as shown in the proposed plans. The applicant and his wife were also in attendance. Mr. Kornreich said that based on his background research, the building never had ground floor windows facing Broad Street. There was no infill apparent in the historic interior brick pattern. After a brief discussion, the Committee expressed support for the proposed remodel. Committee members were generally supportive of opening up a storefront onto Broad Street if it were structurally possible and if consistent with the building's original architecture. A reduced storefront area on Broad Street from that shown in plans might be necessary due to structural issues and was acceptable, to be approved by staff. There was no public comment. On a motion by Committee member Crotser, seconded by Committee member Baer, the Committee determined the proposed fagade modifications fit with the character and style of the building and the surrounding Downtown Historic District and were consistent with the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties, and encouraged the architect to show bulkhead details such as granite tile, expansion joints or other decorative features as provided in the Community Design Guidelines to the approval of the Community Development Director. The motion carried, 5-0. DISCUSSION ITEMS: 2. Discuss the Historic Plaque Program and review survey of other cities' historic plaque programs. (Chairperson Carr) This item was continued on a unanimous vote to the April 25, 2005 meeting. CHC Meeting Minutes, March 28, 2005 Page 2 3. Update to Citywide List of Historic Resources and Historic Inventory Planning. (Chairperson Carr) This item was continued on a unanimous vote to the April 25, 2005 meeting. 4. Communications. Staff provided an agenda forecast. Committee member Crotser noted that a potentially contributing "clinker brick" garden wall was damaged by an automobile over the weekend and that he intended to contact the property owner to offer assistance and encouragement to reconstruct the wall with the original brick. Members supported that approach. Committee members also discussed scheduling a special "potluck dinner" meeting to thank outgoing member Paula Juelke Carr and to welcome incoming member Lynne Landwehr.. Committee member Breska offered to host the potluck and said she would work with staff to set up a tentative meeting date. Staff will get back with Committee members on the planned date for the potluck dinner. Items to schedule for the April 25, 2005 meeting: • Welcome new CHC member Lynne Landwehr • Discuss the Historic Plaque Program and review survey of other cities' historic plaque programs. • Update to Citywide List of Historic Resources and Historic Inventory Planning. • Schedule special "potluck dinner" meeting to thank outgoing CHC member Carr and welcome new Committee member Landwehr. The meeting ADJOURNED at 6:30 p.m. to the regular meeting CHC meeting to be held on Monday, April 25, 2005, at 5:30 p.m. in the Council Hearing Room, 990 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo. jh/Uchc/2005/chc3-28-05m in. doc MINUTES SAN LUIS OBISPO CULTURAL HERITAGE COMMITTEE Regular Meeting of Monday, April 25, 2005 The meeting convened at 5:30 p.m. in the Planning Conference Room, San Luis Obispo City Hall, 990 Palm Street. SWEARING IN: Jeff Hook administered the Oath of Office to Lynne Landwehr. ROLL CALL: Present: Acting Chairperson Tom Wheeler, Sandy Baer, Barbara Breska, Chuck Crotser, Lynne Landwehr, Robert Pavlik, and Frank Scotti. Staff: Jeff Hook, Senior Planner. ELECTIONS: Chuck Crotser was elected Chairperson and Frank Scotti was elected Vice - Chairperson on a unanimous voice vote. PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS: 1404 Chorro Street. ARC 187-02: Review of a new four unit residential condominium project; R -4-H zone; John Swift, applicant. Mark Rawson, project architect, described the project and confirmed that the historic rock wall at the upper corner of the Chorro Street frontage would remain with the proposed development. Dave Dawson, 1401 Chorro Street, felt the project ignores site limitations and that the three-story design would adversely affect his home across Chorro Street due to increased noise and loss of privacy. He added that the project would block his views and was concerned with the massing and height of the building. There were no other public comments. There was lengthy discussion regarding the building's architectural character relative to the neighborhood, and regarding its height, bulk and massing. Committee member Scotti noted the neighborhood was predominantly single family, 1- and 2 -story buildings. He questioned whether the proposed building's height, massing and bulk fit well within a residential district or was more appropriate in a commercial area. Most Committee members felt the project's California Spanish architectural design was compatible with the Old Town Historic District because there were other examples of this style in the District (e.g. Old City Fire Station across Pismo Street from the site), but had concerns with the building's height, massing and possible overlook/privacy issues. Committee members felt these issues were primarily ARC issues and that these were not necessarily tied to the building's architectural style. On a motion by Sandy Baer, seconded by Bob Pavlik, the Committee determined that the proposed construction was consistent with the Historical Preservation Program Guidelines and was compatible with the Old Town Historic District, and further recommended that the Architectural Review Commission pay special attention to building height, massing and possible overlook/privacy concerns. The motion carried, 6-1 (Committee member Scotti). Committee member Wheeler noted the site should be reviewed for historic and archaeological features prior to development. CHC Meeting Minutes, April 25, 2005 Page 2 2. 1075 Court Street. ARC 49-05: Review of a seismic retrofit and fagade modification; CD- H zone; Quaglino Properties, applicant. Steve Pults, architect, and Matt Quaglino, property owner, described the project and explained they proposed brick veneer exterior (as opposed to smooth cement plaster) on the ground floor primarily for improved durability, but also to tie in with the new Copeland's project across Court Street. They wanted to make the building's Court Street elevation more prominent and attractive. Mark Rawson, architect for Copeland's project complemented the design and felt it would blend in well with the Court Street development. There was no other public comment. Committee members generally felt the project was compatible with the Downtown Historic District, but were concerned with the effect the project would have on McCarthy's tavern located in the building's ground floor. Mr. Quaglino explained that they were in discussions with McCarthy's owners and that no decision had been reached regarding whether the use would stay in its present location. After extended discussion of architectural style and materials, the Committee took two actions: A. On a motion by Committee member Scotti, seconded by Committee member Baer, the Committee determined the proposed seismic retrofit and building modifications were architecturally compatible with the Downtown Historic District, Historical Preservation Program Guidelines and with the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties. The motion carried, 6-1 (Committee member Breska). B. On a motion by Committee member Baer, seconded by Committee member Wheeler, the Committee recommended that the Architectural Review Commission require photo- documentation of the interior and exterior of McCarthy's, and that the Commission explore with the building owner and McCarthy's owner the feasibility of preserving the neon McCarthy's sign either on- of off-site. The Committee added that the photo- documentation should be black and white format, curatorial quality. The motion carried, 7-0. Committee member Scotti left the meeting. 3. 1731 Morro Street. ARC MI 44-05: Review of an attic addition to a historic dwelling; R -3- H zone; Heather Powers, applicant. Tom Martin, architect, explained the project's design and materials. There was no public comment. After a brief discussion, and on a motion by Committee member Wheeler and -- seconded by Committee member Baer, the Committee determined the project was consistent with the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties with the suggestion that the gable end windows be designed with "1 over 1" double hung windows to match existing windows. The motion carried, 6-0. CHC Meeting Minutes, April 25, 2005 Page 3 4. 754 & 756 Palm Street. ARC MI 42-05: Review of a rear addition to a "contributing" historical resource, a demolition of a non -historical rear dwelling unit, and construction of a garage at the rear of the property with a replacement 1 -bedroom apartment above; R -4-H zone; Ralph Peters, applicant. Curtis Illingworth, architect, and Ralph Peters, property owner, explained the project. Committee members complemented the architect and owner on a well designed project. There was no public comment. On a motion by Committee member Wheeler, seconded by Committee member Baer, the Committee determined the proposed project was consistent with the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties, and referred the project to the Community Development Director with a recommendation to approve the plans submitted, subject to the applicant complying with the following cultural resource mitigation measures: The applicant shall provide archaeological monitoring by a qualified archaeologist during removal of the concrete pad in the northern portion of the property near the Palm tree (refer to Figure 5 in report). 2. The applicant shall provide archaeological monitoring by a qualified archaeologist during demolition of the house at 754 Palm Street (rear house), if such demolition is -- approved. 3. The applicant shall excavate an exploratory backhoe trench across the "footprint" of the house at 754 Palm Street after demolition. This is the most likely area in which to find an intact feature such as a privy, if such still exists on the property. If a feature is located by means of the exploratory trench, the feature area should be excavated as part of a 1 X 1 meter (minimum) controlled excavation unit. 4. Grading and trenching shall be carefully monitored by a qualified archaeologist. If intact features (such as a trash pit, privy, or hearth) or substantial concentrations of cultural materials are found during the construction excavations, the archaeologist will evaluate the significance of the materials and follow the procedures outlined in Section 4.60 of the City's Archaeological Preservation Program Guidelines. The motion carried, 6-0. DISCUSSION ITEMS: 5. Schedule a special potluck dinner meeting to thank outgoing member Paula Carr and to welcome new member Lynne Landwehr. Committee members, on a unanimous voice vote, asked staff to reserve the Jack House grounds for the potluck dinner and special dinner meeting tentatively for either Wednesday, June 15th or June 29th, 2005 from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., and to coordinate with the CHC Chairperson on details. 6. Communications. CHC Meeting Minutes, April 25, 2005 Page 4 b. Committee Items to schedule for the May 23, 2005 meeting: • Discuss the Historic Plaque Program and review survey of other cities' historic plaque programs. • Update to Citywide List of Historic Resources and Historic Inventory Planning. • Plan special "potluck dinner" meeting to thank outgoing CHC member Carr and welcome new Committee member Landwehr. The meeting ADJOURNED at 8:20 p.m. to the CHC meeting to the next regular meeting Monday, May 23, 2005, at 5:30 p.m. in the Council Hearing Room, 990 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo. Submitted, Senior Planner j h/Uchc2005/chc4-05m in. doc MINUTES SAN LUIS OBISPO CULTURAL HERITAGE COMMITTEE Regular Meeting of Monday, May 23, 2005 The meeting convened at 5:30 p.m. in the Council Hearing Room, San Luis Obispo City Hall, 990 Palm Street. ROLL CALL: Present: Chairperson Chuck Crotser, Sandy Baer, Barbara Breska, Robert Pavlik, Lynne Landwehr, and Tom Wheeler. Absent: Vice -Chairperson Frank Scotti. STAFF: Pam Ricci, Senior Planner, Buzz Kalkowski, Associate Planner. PUBLIC COMMENT: There was no public comment on items not on the agenda. MINUTES: The minutes of the meetings of February 28, March 14, and April 25, 2005 were approved with minor modifications; the minutes of March 28, 2005 meeting were approved as submitted. PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS: C1. 481 Islay Street. ARC MI 60-05: Review of proposed detached structure with two studios and garages on a lot with a contributing historical residence; R-2 zone; Levi Seligman, applicant. Buzz Kalkowski presented the staff report noting other significant historic properties in the vicinity. He pointed out two main discussion items for the CHC, which were the consistency of the types of windows and the treatment of the entries. The public hearing was opened and the applicant Levi Seligman spoke in support of the submitted project. He explained that the project was intended to provide a sustainable and historically accurate addition to the well -kept and historically significant neighborhood. He indicated that he plans to use porous and decorative pavers for project hardscapes. He noted his support for the staff's suggestion of using all single -hung style windows and eliminating all sliders. He felt that the balcony entries to the units were visible from the street and consistent with the Victorian architectural style. He explained some more long-range contemplated changes to the front house such as removal of the enclosed porch. Tom Wheeler asked about the proposed distance between the existing and proposed structures. He also raised the potential issue of the new building's height and it looming above the older structure. Mr. Seligman explained that with the raised foundation and the relatively tall height of the front house that the new structure, with its slab on grade foundation, will only appear about five feet taller than the main house. He clarified that the distance between structures complied with building codes and allowed for vehicle maneuvering. CHC Meeting Minutes, May 23, 2005 Page 2 Chuck Crotser asked about the prominent gable feature on the new building. Mr. Seligman indicated that he had looked at a hip roof, but concluded that the gable was more consistent with the Victorian style. Committee member Crotser suggested that Mr. Seligman look at reusing the porch windows of the existing house in the new construction. Mr. Seligman responded that it was a great idea, but he was concerned that the windows were of 1970s vintage (not historical) and not very energy efficient. Jessica Steeley mentioned that the project was designed to be sustainable and takes into account the past resident Pearl Cockerell. Jay Elder, adjacent neighbor, indicated that he liked the project, but had some concerns with the proximity of the side entries to the property lines and overlook issues with the proposed balconies. The public hearing was closed and returned to the CHC for comment. Tom Wheeler suggested substituting French doors for the sliding glass door or look at muntin inserts to create the look of French doors. Lynne Landwehr mentioned that the sliding glass doors would not be visible from the street and that she did not feel that the building height of the new structure was an issue because of the existing house's height. Barbara Breska felt that the design fits with the neighborhood and that the removal of the porch enclosure on the front house was a good idea. She recommended that there be some type of covered porches over the entries and windows be single -hung in style. Sandy Baer noted that her only concern was that the windows be single -hung. Bob Pavlik agreed that there needed to be some type of roof feature over the entries. Chuck Crotser suggested that the covered porches over entries could be either shed or gable roofs. He mentioned that the "sunburst" gable feature could be replaced with a single hip. He noted that pairs of double -hung windows could be used where there were wider windows. He felt it was important the trim width used on the new building match that of the existing structure. On a motion by Committee member Breska, seconded by Committee member Baer, the Committee determined that the proposed project is consistent with the historical character of the 481 Islay "contributing" house and the historical neighborhood, consistent with the Historic Preservation Program Guidelines, and referred the project to the Community Development Director for action, subject to the following recommended CHC modifications: J' 1. All windows to be either single -hung or double -hung. 2. The entry doors shall be redesigned to create a small entry porch with either a shed or gable roof. CHC Meeting Minutes, May 23, 2005 Page 3 3. The trim used on the new building shall be of the same size as that used on the existing structure. The motion carried, 6-0. DISCUSSION ITEMS: 2. Presentation by Dan Krieger on the Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa Bell Replacement project. Dan Krieger provided a history of Roman Catholic bells. He mentioned that metal was scarce in Mission era times and that the heavy bells were difficult to transport. He noted how when the need for replacement of the Mission's bells leaked out to the press that here was a barrage of consultants and other experts that wanted to provide their input. He indicated that the main issue with the old bells was the public health and safety hazard. He submitted an exhibit that showed how the old bells would be preserved and displayed in the garden (without the clappers). He offered to provide a tour for the CHC and mentioned that a special program was planned on July 16d' and that Huell Howser, host of the PBS television program "California's Gold", would be filming an episode in conjunction with the event. Matt Hen -era, bell ringer at the Mission, described the process of installing the new bells. Bob Vessley, structural engineer for the project, indicated that the tower had been previously reinforced and additional work was not necessary to accommodate the installation of the new bells. 3. Upcoming Special Potluck Dinner Meeting at the Jack House Gardens, Wednesday, June 15, 2005. Ms. Ricci noted that invitations had been sent out with a response date of June 8h noted. 4. Communications. a. URM permits update — Staff. Ms. Ricci mentioned that no new projects had been permitted since the CHC had been last updated. b. Agenda Forecast — Staff. Ms. Ricci provided an agenda forecast. C. Preserve America — Staff. Ms. Ricci described a White House initiative program called "Preserve America" affiliated with several federal agencies that provides recognition to communities for their preservation efforts. Given the promotional aspects of the program, the CHC felt that it was more in the CHC Meeting Minutes, May 23, 2005 Page 4 arena of the Promotional Coordinating Committee and suggested that this be referred to that Committee. d. Committee Barbara Breska noted that she saw a large stone wall that had been built in front of 1242 Buchon, questioning its height and location close to the street. The Committee then generally discussed concerns with the walling off of neighborhoods. The meeting ADJOURNED at approximately 7:30 p.m. to the special CHC potluck dinner meeting on Wednesday, June 15, 2005, at 6:00 p.m., at the historic Jack House and Gardens, 536 Marsh Street, San Luis Obispo. Submitted, Planner j h/Uchc/2005/chc5-05 min.doc MINUTES SAN LUIS OBISPO CULTURAL HERITAGE COMMITTEE Special Meeting of Wednesday, June 15, 2005 The meeting convened at 6 p.m. at the Historic Jack House 536 Marsh Street, San Luis Obispo ROLL CALL: Present: Chairperson Chuck Crotser, Sandy Baer, Barbara Breska, Lynne Landwehr, and Tom Wheeler. Absent: Vice -Chairperson Frank Scotti and Committee member Bob Pavlik. STAFF: John Mandeville, Community Development Director Michael Draze, Deputy Community Development Director Jeff Hook, Senior Planner. Council Liaison to the CHC, Council Member Paul Brown, was also present. PUBLIC COMMENT: There was no public comment: DISCUSSION ITEM: 1. Presentations to retiring member Paula Carr and newly appointed CHC member, Lynne Landwehr. Chairperson Crotser called the meeting to order and thanked guest Paula Carr for her many contributions to the City's Historic Preservation Program, and welcomed newest member Lynne Landwehr to the Committee. Seeing no further business, the Committee adjourned the meeting at 6:30 p.m., to be followed by a potluck dinner and a guided tour of the Historic Jack House led by Richard Dresp of the Jack House Committee. The meeting ADJOURNED at approximately 6:30 p.m. to the regular CHC meeting scheduled for Monday, June 27, 2005, at 5:30 p.m., in the Council Hearing Room, City Hall, at 990 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo. jh/Uchc/2005/chc6-15-05min.doc MINUTES SAN LUIS OBISPO CULTURAL HERITAGE COMMITTEE Regular Meeting of Monday, June 27, 2005 The meeting convened at 5:30 p.m. in the Council Hearing Room, San Luis Obispo City Hall, 990 Palm Street. ROLL CALL: Present: Chairperson Chuck Crotser, Barbara Breska, Robert Pavlik, Lynne Landwehr, Vice - Chairperson Frank Scotti, and Tom Wheeler. Absent: Sandy Baer. STAFF: Phil Dunsmore, Associate Planner and Jeff Hook, Senior Planner. PUBLIC COMMENT: There was no public comment on items not on the agenda. MINUTES: The minutes of the May 23, 2005 regular meeting and the June 15, 2005 special meeting were approved with minor changes. PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS: 1. 1063 Ella Street. ARC 74-05. Review of demolition or relocation of existing house and construction of residential condominiums; R-2 zone; Brian Rolph, applicant. Phil Dunmore presented the staff report and showed slides of the site and house. Brian Rolph, property owner, explained the reasons for his request and noted the house was in poor condition due to age and lack of maintenance. There was no public comment. Several committee members noted that the historic report provided by the applicant incorrectly stated that there was no evidence linking the house with the Southern Pacific Railroad. Based on information in the staff report, committee members noted that former residents included important employees of the Southern Pacific Railroad. Committee members generally felt that while the house may have condition problems, it had a potential for historic significance due to its age, design, location overlooking the historic railroad yard, and possible association with the railroad. They felt more information, including the property's "chain of title", was needed to show ownership and determine if the house was used as management housing for important railroad employees was needed. Committee member Landwehr offered to do historic research on the property to assist the property owner. On a motion by Committee member Wheeler, seconded by Committee member Pavlik, the Committee voted to continue consideration of this item to the July 25'', 2005 meeting with direction to the applicant to provide additional information on the property's ownership (e.g. "chain of title") and relationship to the Southern Pacific Railroad. The motion carried, 6-0. Draft CHC Meeting Minutes, June 27, 2005 Page 2 2. 1314 Palm Street. ARC MI 83-05. Review of 3 new units on the site of a master list historical property; R -3-H zone; Vince Fonte, applicant. Committee member Breska recused herself due to a potential conflict of interest. Jeff Hook presented the staff report, and Lu Smith, architect, described the project. She explained that she had worked with Public Works staff to establish the appropriate setback for the new building facing Johnson Avenue and explained how a variance to allow the reduced setback as designed was appropriate and not a grant of special privilege, inconsistent with other nearby properties. Vince Fonte and Ben McAdams, co-owners, were present to answer questions. Two neighbors spoke in support of the project. Committee members complimented the owners and architect on an excellent project. Committee member Wheeler noted that this is the type of preservation project that City standards and policies are designed to encourage. On a motion by Committee member Pavlik, seconded by Committee member Scotti; the Committee voted 5-0 to determine that the proposed project is consistent with the historical character of the Michael Righetti House at 1314 Palm Street, with the Mill Street Historic District, and with the Historic Preservation Program Guidelines, and referred the project to the Community Development Director (Minor or Incidental Architectural Review) with a recommendation to approve the proposed design. 3. 1051 Leff. Street. ARC MI 80-05. Review of a new garage with a second story apartment to the rear of a contributing historic home; R -3-H zone; Phillip Hasley, applicant. At the request of the applicant, this item was continued to the July 25, 2005 CHC meeting. DISCUSSION ITEMS: 1. Bi -Annual Review By -Laws The Committee briefly discussed by-laws but did not feel any changes were needed at this time 2. Update to City-wide List of Historic Resources and Historic Inventory planning. Jeff Hook explained that this item had been on the Committee's agenda for several consecutive months, but that there was no City funding to hire a consultant and that it was probably too large of a project for the CHC to undertake alone. He noted that the State Historic Preservation Office had grants available to help local governments identify and protect historic resources, and to qualify for such grants, the City would need to become a "Certified Local Government (CLG)." If the Committee was interested in this. approach, he suggested that the CLG application process be scheduled for the July meeting. On a unanimous voice vote, the Committee directed staff to put this item on the July CHC meeting. Draft CHC Meeting Minutes, June 27, 2005 Page 3 3. Communications. a. URM permits update — Staff. No new permits were noted. b. Agenda Forecast — Staff. Staff provided the agenda forecast and described a minor garage replacement project located at 460 Broad Street. Mr. Hook noted that it was a contributing property and that the owner wanted to demolish the existing garage and build a new, slightly larger garage to match the previous garage. The Committee agreed the project was "architecturally insignificant" and could be handled by the Community Development Director, provided the original building materials and details were followed, and a carriage house type roll -up door was used. C. Committee — Committee members asked that staff prepare a framed "Mission Print" for outgoing member Paula Carr, and a "get well soon" card for Mary Beth Schroeder for Committee members' signatures. d. Items to be Scheduled for the Next CHC Meeting: • 1051 Leff Street. ARC MI 80-05. Review of a new garage with a second story apartment to the rear of a contributing historic home; R -3-H zone; Phillip Hasley, applicant. • Consideration of applying for Certified Local Government status through the California State Historic Preservation Office. The meeting ADJOURNED at 8:00 p.m. to the next regular CHC meeting on Monday, July 25, 2005, at 5:30 p.m. in the Council Hearing Room, 990 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo. jh/Uchc/2005/chc6-27-05min.doc MINUTES SAN LUIS OBISPO CULTURAL HERITAGE COMMITTEE Regular Meeting of Monday, July 25, 2005 The meeting convened at 5:30 p.m.. in the Council. Hearing Room, San Luis Obispo City Hall, 990 Palm Street. ROLL CALL: Present: Chairperson Chuck Crotser, Barbara Breska, Robert Pavlik, Lynne Landwehr, Vice - Chairperson Frank Scotti, and Tom Wheeler. Absent: Sandy Baer, STAFF: Jeff Hook, Senior Planner. PUBLIC COMMENT: There was no public comment on items not on the agenda. MINUTES: The minutes of the June 27, 2005 regular meeting were approved as submitted. PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS: 1. 1063 Ella Street. ARC 74-05. Review of demolition or relocation of existing house and construction of residential condominiums; R-2 zone; Brian Rolph, applicant. Jeff Hook presented the staff report and summarized the historic research done since the June CHC meeting. Brian Rolph, property owner, explained the reasons for his request and presented slides showing that the house was in poor condition due to age and lack of maintenance. Public Comment Buzz Kalkowski, 2163 Augusta Court, noted that the house's age, size, visual prominence and overlook of the historic railroad yard strongly suggested that the house was historically significant. He asked the Committee to take additional time to research the property before making its determination of historic significance. There was no other public comment and the public hearing was closed. After discussion of the historic information provided, including a chain of title and listing of the railroad workers in the City's 1914 Phone Directory, the majority of committee members felt there was no evidence to support a relationship between the house and the Southern Pacific Railroad. While committee members regretted the loss of an older, architecturally interesting house, most felt therewas insufficient information to support a determination of either historic or architectural significance. Committee member Pavlik felt that based .on the house's age and visual prominence alone the house was significant. He felt it contributed to and was part of the historic character of the Ella Street neighborhood. Committee members briefly discussed the Ella Street neighborhood and agreed there were several unsurveyed properties with potential historic significance. They felt this might be an appropriate area to focus on in the upcoming historic/architectural survey. On a motion by CHC Meeting Minutes, July 25, 2005 Page 2 Committee member Breska; seconded by Committee member Scotti, the Committee determined that the house was not historically or architecturally significant and did not meet criteria in the Historic Preservation Program Guidelines for historic designation, and required the applicant to prepare and submit to Community Development Department staff complete photo documentation, including both color and black and white photography,. prior to demolition or moving. The motion carried, 5-1 (Pavlik). 2. 1051 Leff Street. ARC MI 80-05. Review of a new garage with a second story apartment to the rear of a contributing historic home; R -3-H zone; Phillip Hasley, applicant. Jeff Hook presented the staff report and noted this item was continued from the June 27, 2005 meeting at the request of the applicant. Phillip Hasley explained the request and expressed willingness to include some of the architectural changes recommended in the staff report for architectural compatibility. He agreed to include vertical, double- or single -hung windows on the new garage/apartment/office, with the exception of two horizontal "sliders" from the garage to be demolished that he would like to reuse in the new building, plus one small horizontal slider for a bathroom. He noted these would be on the rear of the building and not publicly visible. There was no public comment. Committee members Breska and Crotser suggested that the roof eaves be extended to tie in with the existing house, and that door and window trim also closely match the existing house. Committee members asked the applicant to emphasize the front entry with a porch or roof overhang, and recommended that the design of the roll -up garage doors be selected in keeping with the architectural period of the existing house. Committee members supported the proposed project as being compatible with the contributing house at the front of the property and with the Old Town Historic District, provided that the applicant include architectural changes as recommended in the staff report and as suggested during the meeting. Committee members also agreed the garage to be demolished — built in 1999 — was not historically significant. On a motion by Committee member Scotti, seconded by Committee member Landwehr, the Committee determined that the garage to be demolished had no historical, architectural or aesthetic significance and that the proposed construction was conditionally compatible with the Historic Preservation Program Guidelines, provided refinements are implemented to insure the project will complement the Old Town Historic District. The Committee recommended the Architectural Review Commission approve the project with the following design refinements: 1. Windows should be vertical, double- or single hung windows (with the exception of three windows at the rear elevation which may be horizontal sliders). 2. Window and door trim should match the existing house. 3. Roof eaves should be extended and designed to match the existing house. 4. Front entry should be emphasized with a porch, projecting shed or gable roof, or roof overhang. 5. A "Hollywood" type or textured driveway be used for the front part of the driveway. CHC Meeting Minutes, July 25, 2005 Page 3 6. Recommended that the garage doors be selected in keeping with the architectural period of the existing house. DISCUSSION ITEMS: 3. Update to City-wide List of Historic Resources and Historic Inventory planning. Chuck Crotser presented his ideas for conducting a historic resources survey. Committee members agreed to the approach, and Chairperson Crotser stated he would set a time for a special kick-off/training meeting and work with staff to get the word out to Committee members. 4. Communications. a. URM permits update — Committee members reviewed the staff report on the status of the URM program and thanked staff for the update. b. Agenda Forecast — Staff provided an agenda forecast for the August meeting. c. Committee — Committee members signed a get well card and Old Mission print for Mary Beth Schroeder, and an Old Mission print for retired CHC member Paula Carr. The meeting ADJOURNED at 8:30 p.m. to the next regular CHC meeting on Monday, August 22, 2005, at 5:30 p.m. in the Council Hearing Room, 990 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo. j h/Uc h c/2005/chc7-25-05 m in. doc MINUTES SAN LUIS OBISPO CULTURAL HERITAGE COMMITTEE Regular Meeting of Monday, August 22, 2005 The meeting convened at 5:30 p.m. in the Council Hearing Room, San Luis Obispo City Hall, 990 Palm Street. ROLL CALL: Present: Chairperson Chuck Crotser, Sandy Baer, Barbara Breska, Robert Pavlik, Lynne Landwehr, and Tom Wheeler. Absent: Vice -Chairperson Scotti. Staff:. Jeff Hook, Senior Planner. Minutes: The minutes of the July 25, 2005 regular meeting were approved as submitted. PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS: 1. 728 Hisuera Street. ARC 119-05; Review of a seismic retrofit, addition, and facade modification of a Contributing historic building; C -D -H zone; Bill Hayes, applicant. Jeff Hook presented the staff report and noted that staff was generally supportive of the project, but concerned with the treatment of the rear brick fagade. Architect David Brannon and owner Bill Hayes explained the project. There was no public continent. CHC members complemented the applicant on the project and applauded plans to expose and restore the building's original architectural details on the Higuera Street fagade. Committee members Wheeler, Breska, Landwehr expressed concerns about changes to the rear elevation, including partial demolition and reconstruction of the upper story fagade with new brick veneer. Committee members Baer, Pavlik, and Crotser liked the project and supported the effort to restore as much of the original building as possible. On a motion by Committee member Landwehr, seconded by Committee member Breska, the Committee voted 6:0 to determine that the proposed remodel is consistent with the Historic Preservation Program Guidelines and the Secretary of the Interior Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties, and will not impact the historic, architectural or aesthetic significance of the Downtown Historic District. The Committee referred the project to the Architectural Review Commission with a recommendation to approve the project as proposed. Committee member Landwehr suggested that the applicant include historic signage and/or photos in the building's interior describing the building's history and various uses, including its history as a saloon. The applicant liked the idea and said he would plan to include such information in the new "Frog and Peach" pub. 2. 890 Monterey Street. ARC MI 145-05; Review of a seismic retrofit of a Contributing historic building; C -D -H zone; Feliciano Trust, applicant. CHC Meeting Minutes, August 22, 2005 Page 2 Jeff Hook presented the staff report and noted that the project was before the Committee because the proposed design including infilling windows that were publicly visible on a historic building. The CHC had requested that such projects come before the CHC for review. Craig Smith, architect, explained the changes and described techniques for seismic strengthening of unreinforced masonry buildings. Committee members generally supported the proposed changes on the Monterey and Morro Street facades, but were concerned with the rear fagade facing the alley. Committee member Landwehr felt the brick on the rear fagade should be preserved and cleaned up (paint gently removed; abandoned plumbing and electrical removed). She also felt that two small original windows on the ground story facing Monro Street should be reopened and restored to help add architectural interest to this fairly long and blank fagade. Mr. Smith indicated that the applicant would be receptive to that approach. Other Committee member's generally agreed with the above comments. Chairperson Crotser said he regretted the loss of the deep set upper story windows facing the street and asked if the windows infill would have a cold joint. He agreed that it was important to preserve and restore the rear building fagade and the -original ground story windows along Morro Street. Mr. Smith indicated that they would include cold joints and that the infill would be reversible. Committee member Breska noted she supported the window change in this instance because it reinforced the Art Deco character of the building, which was also a historic architectural character which was different from the original character of the rear building fagade. On a motion by Committee member Baer, seconded by Committee member Pavlik, the Committee voted 6:0 to determine that the proposed remodel is consistent with the City's General Plan, the Historic Preservation Program Guidelines, and the Secretary of the Interior Standards for .the Treatment of Historic Properties, provided that the following changes are incorporated into the project to ensure that it will not impact the historic, architectural or aesthetic significance of the historic property and the Downtown Historic District. The Committee referred the project to the Architectural Review Commission or the Community Development Director with a recommendation to approve the project subject to these conditions: A. Window infill shall include cold joints to ensure that the work shall be reversible. B. Original ground story windows along Morro Street shall be reopened and restored. C. The rear building fagade (facing the alley) shall be preserved and restored, including gentle (non-abrasive) removal of paint and removal of abandoned plumbing and electrical equipment. 3. 1306 Mill Street. O 135-05; Request to nominate the historic Lind House for a Mills Act application; R -2-H zone ; Russell Berg, applicant. Chairperson Chuck Crotser and Committee member Breska recused themselves due to a possible conflict of interest. Committee. members selected Tom Wheeler as temporary Chairperson. Jeff Hook presented the staff report and noted that staff had toured the grounds and the interior of the house, and that interior rehabilitation/restoration is already underway. The applicant's CHC Meeting Minutes, August 22, 2005 Page 3 daughter, Hillary Berg, explained the project and noted that his family had restored an old house in New England and were drawn to the Lind House because of its Eastern Shingle architectural character. She said they wanted to return the house to its original appearance, including the use of clear -stained cedar shingle siding. Chuck Crotser, architect, explained the minor additions and remodel planned on the house's rear elevation. Neighbors Joy and Ralph Hanson expressed interest in the project and asked that the CHC carefully review changes to the historic building. Committee members generally liked the project but wanted additional time to review the proposed remodel work to the rear building fagade. They also asked the applicant to provide additional information regarding changes to the rear yard area, including possible demolition or relocation of the former garage/coach barn. On a motion by Committee member Wheeler, seconded by Committee member Pavlik, the Committee voted 4:1 (Baer) to continue the.project to the September 26, 2005 CHC meeting. Chairperson Crotser and Committee member Breska rejoined the Committee. DISCUSSION ITEMS: 4. City Wide. CHC 94=04; prepare citywide resource survey; Cultural Heritage Committee, applicant. Chairperson Crotser suggested that the Committee hold a special meeting, possibly a lunch meeting, during the first or second week in September to discuss this item. Committee members agreed and discussed specific dates, locations and times. Chairperson Crotser said he would with staff to firm up the date and get back with Committee members. 5. Communications: a. Agenda Forecast —Staff. There was no agenda forecast. b. Committee Items to be scheduled for the September meeting: -1306 Mill Street. 0 135-05; Request to nominate the historic Lind House for a Mills Act application; R -2-H zone ; Russell Berg, applicant. The Committee ADJOURNED at 8:30 pm to the next regular meeting on Monday, September 269 2005, at 5:30 p.m., in the Council Hearing Room, 990 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo. CHC Meeting Minutes, August 22, 2005 Page 4 j h/Uchc/2005/chc8-22.05m in. doc MINUTES SAN LUIS OBISPO CULTURAL HERITAGE COMMITTEE Regular Meeting of Monday, September 26, 2005 The meeting convened at 5:30 p.m. in the Council Hearing Room, San Luis Obispo City Hall, 990 Palm Street. ROLL CALL: Present: Chairperson Chuck Crotser, Barbara Breska, and Lynne Landwehr. Absent: Tom Wheeler, Sandy Baer, Bob Pavlik (plus one vacant seat) Due to the lack of a quorum (four members must be present for a quorum) to conduct Committee business, the meeting was cancelled. Staff indicated that it would schedule a special meeting on Tuesday, October 11, 2005 to consider the same items scheduled for the September 26, 2005 meeting. Staff: Phil Dunsmore, Associate Planner; Jeff Hook, Senior Planner MINUTES SAN LUIS OBISPO CULTURAL HERITAGE COMMITTEE Special Meeting of Tuesday, October 11, 2005 The meeting convened at 5:30 p.m. in the Council Hearing Room, San Luis Obispo City Hall, 990 Palm Street. ROLL CALL: Present: Chairperson Chuck Crotser, Sandy Baer, Barbara Breska, Lynne Landwehr, Bob Pavlik, and Tom Wheeler (one seat vacant). Staff: Phil Dunsmore, Associate Planner and Jeff Hook, Senior Planner MINUTES: On a motion by Committee member Breska, seconded by Committee member Baer, the minutes of the August 22, 2005 regular meeting were approved as submitted, 6-0. PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS: 1. 130_6Mill Street. O 135-05; Request to nominate the historic Lind House for a Mills Act application; R -2-H zone; Russell Berg, applicant. Due to a potential conflict of interest, Chairperson Crotser and Committee member Breska recused themselves and left the hearing room. Solomon Berg, the applicant's son, explained their planned improvements and repairs to the historic house. Committee members complemented the applicant on an excellent project that would enhance the Mill Street Historic District. The Committee voted 4-0 to recommend the City Council approve a Mills Act contract for the historic Lind House, as described in the draft Mills Act contract, and determined the proposed remodel work shown in plans was consistent with the Historic Preservation Program Guidelines and the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties. Committee members asked the applicant to provide photo- documentation for the garage to be demolished and the applicant agreed. Chairperson Crotser returned to the meeting. 2. 1323 Mill Street. CHC 116.05; Request to add a Contributing Historic Property to the Master List of Historical Resources and to enter into a Mills Act Contract; R -2-H zone; Dr. Brendan McAdams, applicant. Committee member Breska had a potential conflict of interest and remained outside of the hearing room. Committee members complemented the applicant on the rehabilitation work done on the house and on a motion by Committee member Pavlik, seconded by Committee member Baer, the Committee voted 5.0 to nominate the property to the Master List of Historic Resources and to recommend the City Council approve a Mills Act contract for the property, as described in the draft CHC Meeting Minutes, October 11, 2005 Page 2 Mills Act contract, subject to the following findings of eligibility from the Historic Preservation Program Guidelines: ARCHITECTURAL CRITERIA I. Style 3. The house exhibits 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. II: Design 2. The house's design is exceptional due to its overall attractiveness due to craftsmanship and aesthetic value, though not necessarily unique; V. Environmental Design Continuity 2. Compatibility of the house 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 stylistic setting. Committee member Breska returned to the meeting. 3. 782 Hisuera Street. ARC 115-05; Architectural review of seismic retrofit, building demolition, new buildings and remodel; C -D -H zone; Naman Family Trust, applicant. Phil Dunsmore presented the staff report, and Les Naman, Tim Ronda and Pierre Rademaker explained the project. "There was no public comment. Committee member Landwehr said she had difficulty reconciling two historic building facades with a huge building addition. She supports the "stepping down" in the massing of buildings from the corner of Higuera and Chorro Streets to the Old Mission and the Mission Plaza, but was still concerned with the overall scale of the project in relation to the historic resources on and near the project site. Committee member Pavlik felt the entire building (former Burriss Saddelry) was a historic building, not just the building's fagade. Removal of a building on the Master List of Historic Resources will trigger the requirement that an environmental impact report be prepared since it would constitute a "significant adverse effect." He felt it was a beautiful project but was concerned with its impacts on historic resources. Committee member Wheeler questioned the logic in tearing down a historic building to recreate a similar building to the one that's already there. He said he would abhor the entire loss of the two historic buildings facing Chorro Street. Committee member Breska felt the project was beautiful but that it seemed too grand for our Downtown. She likes the proposed inclusion of housing and agrees with Committee members CHC Meeting Minutes, October 11, 2005 Page 3 Pavlik and Wheeler on the project's effect on historic resources. She prefers that the historic buildings remain. Committee member Baer said she didn't mind the "grandness" of the project but was concerned about the proposed building height. She didn't understand why the historic buildings can't be preserved. Chairperson Crotser said he liked the project and felt that its scale would be okay. He had a dilemma on the question of whether the preservation of historic building facades constitutes "preservation", and whether the facades of these historic buildings should be saved. He wanted more information on the historic and economic tradeoffs. On a motion by Committee member Pavlik, seconded by Committee member Baer, the Committee voted 6-0 to continue the item to the November 28, 2005 meeting to allow additional . review and consideration of other, nearby Downtown development projects (in terms of design and scale) and project consistency with local, state and federal preservation standards. 4. 1190 Buchon Street. ARCMI 136-05; Addition to contributing historic house and new garage and apartment; R -2-H zone; Steve Hopkins, applicant. Tom Martin and Steve Hopkins explained the project. Seven neighbors spoke in support of the project. Committee members felt the project design was consistent with the Old Town Historic District, the Historic Preservation Program Guidelines and with the Secretary of the Interior's Standards. On a motion by Committee member Landwehr, seconded by Committee member Breska, the Committee determined that the structure to be demolished has no historical, architectural, or aesthetic significance to the community; and that the proposed construction is compatible with the Historic Preservation Program Guidelines and the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for Rehabilitation and will not impact the historic, architectural; or aesthetic significance of the contributing historic property. The Committee referred the project back to the Community Development Director with direction to approve the project as submitted, with the applicant to provide photo -documentation of the garage to be demolished. 5. 487 Marsh Street. ARCPR 1-03; Review of a revised plan for the Manse on Marsh Street; C-R zone; The Manse on Marsh, applicant. Marilyn Mayer, representing the Manse on Marsh, explained the proposed historic plaque. Committee members had concerns with door proposed as a backing for a historic plaque in terms of maintenance and historic emphasis and integrity. On a motion by Committee member Pavlik, seconded by Committee member Baer, the Committee voted 6-0 to approve the installation of the plaque with text changes per Committee member Landwehr's suggestions, and with direction to mount the plaque on a metal backing instead of the door, using the posts and finials as shown in plans, with details to be approved by Community Development Department staff. CHC Meeting Minutes, October 11, 2005 Page 4 DISCUSSION ITEMS: 6. Request for CHC sponsorship of a historic lecture by Dr. Richard Orsi to be held on November 5, 2005; Heritage Shared, applicant. Paula Can, of Heritage Shared, explained their request. On a motion by Chairperson Crotser, seconded by Committee member Baer, the Committee voted 5-0 to endorse City co-sponsorship of the Orsi public lecture on November 5, 2005, along with Heritage Shared. 7. City -Wide, CHC 94-04; prepare city-wide resource survey; Cultural Heritage Committee, applicant. Due to the lateness of the hour, this item was continued to the October 24, 2005 meeting on a unanimous vote. The Committee ADJOURNED at 8:45 pm to the next regular meeting on Monday, October 24, 2005, at 5:30 p.m., in the Council Hearing Room, 990 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo. MINUTES SAN LUIS OBISPO CULTURAL HERITAGE COMMITTEE Regular Meeting of Monday, October 24, 2005 The meeting convened at 5:30 p.m. in the Council Hearing Room, San Luis Obispo City Hall, 990 Palm Street. ROLL CALL: New CHC member Dan Carpenter was sworn in prior to the public comment period. Present: Chairperson Chuck Crotser, Sandy Baer, Barbara Breska, Robert Pavlik, Lynne Landwehr, Dan Carpenter Absent: Tom Wheeler Staff: Michael Draze, Jeff Hook, Michael Codron PUBLIC COMMENT: Mary Andrews — Islay Street, submitted a map of her neighborhood and asked the Committee to consider an expansion of the Old Town Historic District and the Railroad Historic District. Bill Statler — City Finance Director, provided the CHC with a presentation regarding the City's proposed sales tax increase. PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS: 1. 667 Monterey Street ARC 169-05; Review of a Historic Resource Inventory and Initial Structure Evaluation for the Leitcher Apartment Building, and preliminary review of a proposal to relocate the historic building to 699 Monterey; Shear Edge Development, applicant. Michael Codron presented the staff report and reviewed the project proposal. He explained that the purpose of the review was for the CHC to determine the adequacy of the Historic Resource Inventory that was prepared by the applicant's consultant. If the CHC finds the Inventory to be adequate, then the document will serve as the basis for the Initial Study of Environmental Impact for the project. Planner Codron discussed the review procedure for the project, and explained that the draft analysis of impacts to historical resources would be placed on a future CHC agenda so that the CHC can make a recommendation to the Community Development Director on the adequacy of the environmental review. Chairman Crotser asked staff about future uses for the building, if it is relocated. Staff responded that those uses are unknown at this time. Committee Member Carpenter asked about the loss of parking on the 699 Monterey site. CHC Meeting Minutes, October 24, 2005 Page 2 Committee Member Pavlik asked for clarification regarding the buildings that would be relocated. Staff responded that only the original apartment house was proposed for restoration and that the other buildings on the site are proposed for demolition. Chairman Crotser opened up the public hearing and asked for the applicant's testimony. Jeff Edwards, Shear Edge Development, provided a brief overview of the project and stated that he would be available to answer questions. Dave Hannings, 642 Monterey, stated that the report makes assumptions about moving the building, but that he was concerned the change would take the building out of its historic context. He questioned if the building was structurally sound and able to be moved. He said that the slope of the 699 Monterey site is a concern and thought that the Art Center had proposed some use of this property. Astrid Gallagher asked what considerations were being made for archeological resources. Ethan Bertrando responded to the Committee that there was an assumption that archeological resources were present on the property and that evaluation and recovery of those resources would be required. Committee Member Carpenter asked the applicant if he had considered another site for relocation of the building. Jeff Edwards responded that no other sites had been considered. Mike Hodge, Shear Edge Development, spoke to the Committee in response to the concern about the structure and whether or not it could be safely moved. He indicated that the building would be evaluated for structural integrity before it is moved and that if problems are found, they would be fixed first. Chairman Crotser closed the public hearing and asked the Committee for their comments. Committee Member Pavlik stated that restoration of the building is positive but that there are other losses on the property to consider. He said that the other buildings on the project site are old and that sometimes additions are harmful to a historic building, but in this case we don't know. He stated that his threshold for significant impacts are very low when a building is to be moved.. He said that he would consider the impacts of the proposed project to be significant and adverse. Committee Member Carpenter stated that the landscaping on the project -site can't be duplicated on the 699 Monterey site and that the proposed location for the building is not optimal. Committee Member Landwehr stated that the relocation will save the building, which is preferable to losing it altogether. CHC Meeting Minutes, October 24, 2005 Page 3 Committee Member Breska stated that the building has been allowed to deteriorate but that it still maintains a contribution to the neighborhood. She thought the building would make a nice statement on the corner lot. Chairman Crotser complimented the Bertrando report. He stated that the best alternative for restoring the Leitcher Apartment Building may be to do so on-site, instead of relocating the building. On a motion by Committee Member Breska, seconded by Committee Member Landwehr the CHC voted 4-1 (Pavlik) to adopt the following action alternative: Accept the Historic Resource Inventory and Initial Structure Evaluation for the Leitcher Apartments and direct staff to use the Inventory and Evaluation, along with all other available resources, as the basis for evaluating the project's impacts on historical and archeological resources. This evaluation will occur as part of an Initial Study of Environmental Impact, which shall be referred to the CHC before its approval by the Community Development Director. The CHC shall review a draft of the Initial Study and make a recommendation to the Director as to its adequacy before any conclusion is made regarding the appropriate level of environmental review (e.g. Mitigated Negative Declaration or Environmental Impact Report). DISCUSSION ITEMS: 2. Request for CHC sponsorship of a historic home tour, "Deliveries `Round the Back," requested by Heritage Shared as a benefit for historic education in San Luis Obispo, Cultural Heritage Committee, applicant. After a brief presentation by Heritage Shared member Astrid Galllagher, on a motion by Committee member Pavlik, seconded by Committee member Landwehr, the CHC voted 5-0 to endorse City sponsorship of the historic home tour, "Deliveries `Round the Back" tentatively planned for Fall 2006. 3. Consideration of a citizen request to review and possibly revise the Old Town and Railroad Historic District boundaries. The Commission reviewed letters from Ginny Griffin and Mary Andrews requesting that the CHC initiate expansion of the Old Town Historic District Boundaries. Committee member Carpenter felt the Committee should take a comprehensive look at historic district boundaries as part of the Historic Preservation Program update or new Historic Preservation Ordinance. On a motion by Committee member Carpenter, seconded by Committee member Landwehr, the Committee directed staff to begin the Citywide historic inventory and to include those areas identified in the citizens' requests. 4. Communications: a. Agenda Forecast b. Committee CHC Meeting Minutes, October 24, 2005 Page 4 The Committee ADJOURNED at pm to the next regular meeting on Monday, November 28, 2005, at 8:30 p.m., in the Council Hearing Room, 990 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo. jh/Uchc/2005/chcl0-24-05min.doc SAN LUIS OBISPO CULTURAL HERITAGE COMMITTEE MINUTES Regular Meeting of November 28, 2005 The meeting convened at 5:30 p.m. in the Council Hearing Room at City Hall, 990 Palm Street. ROLL CALL: Present: Chairperson Chuck Crotser, Committee members Sandy Baer, Barbara Breska, Dan Carpenter, Robert Pavlik, Lynne Landwehr, and Tom Wheeler Staff: Michael Draze, Deputy Community Development Director and Jeff Hook, Senior Planner ACCEPTANCE OF AGENDA: The agenda was accepted as presented. PUBLIC COMMENT: There were no comments from the public. INTRODUCE and welcome Arleen Cardenas, Planning Intern Jeff Hook introduced Arleen Cardenas, a new part-time temporary Planning Intern in the Community Development Department. He explained that. Ms. Cardenas would be working on the citywide historic survey until June 2006 when she planned to graduate from Cal Poly. Committee members welcomed Ms. Cardenas and expressed their support for the survey project. PUBLIC COMMENT: At this time, people may address the committee about items not on the agenda. Items raised are generally referred to the staff and, if action by the committee is necessary, may be scheduled for a future meeting. There was no public comment. PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS: 1. 1015 Court Street. ARC MI 201-05; Review a proposed facade remodel of Thai Palace restaurant; C -D -H zone; Teerapan Teeratarkul, applicant. Committee members generally felt the proposed remodel was reversible, did not detract from the overall historic and architectural character of the historic Anderson Hotel, and on a motion by Committee member Breska, seconded by Committee member Baer, determined that the project was consistent with the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties and with the Historic Preservation Program Guidelines, and referred the item to the ARC with a recommendation to approve the project as submitted. Committee members added that the project architect shall verify with staff, as part of the project's file record, how the mosaic tile will be applied to ensure reversibility. The motion carried, 6-1 (Committee member Landwehr dissenting). 2. 969 Monterey Street. CHC 166-02; Request to remove a property from the Master List of Historic Properties; C -D -H zone; Steve and Rosalyn Carroll, applicants. CHC Meeting Update, November 28, 2005 Page 2 On a motion by Committee member Wheeler, seconded by Committee member Pavlik, the Committee recommended that the City Council remove the property from the Master List of Historic Resources with the added recommendation that the applicant for the property's redevelopment provide a historic plaque which would commemorate the former Loobliner Building. This recommendation was based on the following findings: a. The Committee had previously determined the property no longer met the eligibility standards for historic listing and consequently, that it was not historically significant; and b. The former Loobliner Building, for which the property was designated historic, has been demolished. The motion carried, 7-0. At the request of the applicant, the Committee decided to consider agenda item #4 next. 3. Street ARC 115-05; Review of seismic retrofit, building demolition, new buildings and remodel to Porch Home and Garden; C -D -H zone; Naman Family Trust, applicant. The applicant's representatives, Les Naman, Tim Ronda, Pierre Rademaker, Andrew Merriam and Charles Ashley explained the project and responded to the staff report. Committee members generally liked the overall project design concept and commended the applicant on the quality of the proposal. Several Committee members expressed concern with the apparent scale of the project, but felt that design changes were possible that could resolve that concern. Committee members' main concern was the proposed demolition of historic Dr. G. B. Chaffe/Burriss Saddlery buildings located at 1029 and 1033 Chorro Street. Lengthy discussion followed, focusing on two key points: 1) whether the buildings at 1029 — 1033 Chorro Street continued to be historically or architecturally significant and 2) is the proposed project consistent with the Historic Preservation Program Guidelines and with the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties. The Committee took two actions: A. On a motion by Committee member Pavlik, seconded by Committee member Wheeler, the Committee determined that the structures located at 1029 and 1033 Chorro Street continue to meet City eligibility standards for historic listing as Master List properties, considering all of the buildings' features. The motion carried, 7-0. B. On a motion by Committee member Pavlik, seconded by Committee member Wheeler, the Committee determined that the proposed project is not consistent with the Historic Preservation Program Guidelines and General Plan policies regarding historic resource preservation and the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties due to the proposed demolition of the historic structures located at 1029 and 1033 Chorro Street. The motion carried, 7-0. CHC Meeting Update, November 28, 2005 Page 3 4. 1059 Leff Street. ARC MI 185-05; Design review of a project converting an existing duplex into a single residential unit with a garage; R -3-H zone; Joyce Nord -Evans, applicant. The applicant's representative, Michael Congdon, responded to the staff report and agreed to incorporate staffs five recommended design changes into the project to ensure compatibility with the Old Town Historic District. After a brief discussion and on a motion by Committee member Carpenter, seconded by Committee member Breska, the Committee determined that the proposed project is consistent with the historic architectural character of the house and the Old Town Historic District, and referred the item to the Community Development Director for approval, subject to staff's five recommended architectural design changes. The motion carried, 7-0. 5. 728 Hia_uera Street. ARC MOD 119-05; Review of modifications to an approved building remodel including demolition and reconstruction of one wall; C -D -H zone; Bill Hales, applicant. Architect David Brannon explained the proposed changes to the previously approved project and responded to the staff report. Committee members noted that the previous approval had allowed about two-thirds of the original creek fagade to be rebuilt or covered with the new stairwell, and generally supported the removal and reconstruction of the remaining one-third of the original fagade, provided that the entire creek facade would be faced with original brick to be removed from the building. On a motion by Committee member Wheeler, seconded by Committee member Baer, the Committee determined that the proposed project changes are consistent with the Historic Preservation Program Guidelines and the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties provided that original brick from the same building is reused as a veneer on the entire creek -facing fagade, on both stories. The motion carried, 7-0. DISCUSSION ITEMS: 6. Citywide. CHC 94-04; Preparation of a Citywide Cultural Resources Survey; Cultural Heritage Committee, applicant. Mr. Hook briefly explained staff's approach to the citywide historic survey and noted that Ms. Cardenas would be returning to the CHC to present slides of potentially historic properties. The Committee supported this approach. Due to the lateness of the hour, the Committee continued this item to a date uncertain on a unanimous voice vote. 7. Communications a. Agenda Forecast — staff Staff provided a brief agenda forecast. b. Committee CHC Meeting Update, November 28, 2005 Page 4 Committee members discussed the possibility of canceling the December meeting and asked staff to work with the Chair to determine if, based on the number of projects scheduled for the December meeting, cancellation of the December meeting was feasible. Mr. Hook said he would get back with the Committee if it was determined that cancellation was possible. ADJOURN to the next regular meeting on Monday, January 23, 2006, at 5:30 p.m., in the Council Hearing Room, 990 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo. 41102"r� .§e�ior Planner