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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCULTURAL HERITAGE COMMITTEE MINUTES 2006CULTURAL HERITAGE COMMITTEE MINUTES 2006 MINUTES SAN LUIS OBISPO CULTURAL HERITAGE COMMITTEE JRegular Meeting of Monday, January 23, 2006 The meeting convened at 5:30 p.m. in the Planning Conference Room, San Luis Obispo City Hall, 990 Palm Street. ROLL CALL: Present: Robert Pavlik, Tom Wheeler, Dan Carpenter, and Lynne Landwehr. Absent: Chairperson Crotser and Committee members Barbara Breska and Sandy Baer. Staff: Arleen Cardenas, Planning Intern and Phil Dunsmore, Associate Planner. PUBLIC COMMENT: There was no public comment. PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS: 1. 800 Palm Street. ARC 187-05; Conceptual review of a new retail and office building in conjunction with Ah Louis store property; C -D -H zone; Dr. William Watson, applicant. Phil Dunmore presented the staff report and Dr. Watson and his representative Bob Richmond, from R21, architects presented the project proposal and history. Staff noted that it was premature to take action on the item and asked the CHC to comment on the project rather than adopt an action alternative. During public comment, the property owner of 868 Chorro (Larry Hoyt) discussed his support for the project and introduced a discussion of his property (the Mancilla/Frietas Adobe) and said that he felt his property had been incorrectly designated a historic resource. The CHC recommended Mr. Hoyt return to a later hearing with additional historic background information so that the CHC could review his property. Following a detailed presentation by the applicants that explained the history of the Ah Louis Store site, the development of the adjacent parking structure, and the philosophy of the project, the CHC offered the following comments on the proposed building design: a. The proposed architectural detailing is too stylized and does not reflect or represent a San Luis Obispo style of architecture. If the design is to reflect a Chinese theme, the theme should be toned down and relate to the context of the San Luis Obispo Chinatown era. b. A report that is prepared by an architectural historian that specializes in Spanish colonial and Chinese culture should be prepared prior to returning to the CHC. C. The Ah Louis Store should be further separated (in terms of both design and physically) from the proposed new building The Ah Louis store should stand out CHC Meeting Minutes, January 23, 2006 Page 2 from the development rather than become lost or overshadowed by the new development. The portion of building attached to the Ah Louis store should be clearly differentiated in materials. 2. 497 Islay Street. CHC 229-05; Request for a Mills Act Contract for the Historic Vollmer House; R-2 zone; Steve & Laurie Butler, applicants. (Jeff Hook) Phil Dunsmore presented the staff report and recommended the CHC consider an action alternative to recommend the residence be considered for a Mills Act contract. Following a brief discussion of the property, and on a motion by Wheeler, seconded by Carpenter, the Committee voted 4-0 to adopt action alternative 1 which recommends the City Council approve a Mills Act contract for the historic Vollmer House. DISCUSSION ITEM: 3. Citywide. CHC 94-04; Consideration of properties for possible historic nomination; Cultural Heritage Committee, applicant. (Arleen Cardenas) City Planning Intern Arleen Cardenas presented an overview of the upcoming citywide historic survey and presented photos of properties as part of an introductory historical survey including 8 individual properties. CHC members offered comments as to additional information needed in order to evaluate the status of the properties. It was noted that Sanborn map information should be presented in addition to photographs. 4. Communications a. Agenda Forecast — staff. Staff provided a brief agenda forecast. b. Committee. None. ADJOURN to the next regular meeting on Monday, February 27, 2006 at 5:30 p.m., in the Council Hearing Room, 990 Palm Street, 'San Luis Obispo. ly Senior Planner j h/Uchc/2006/chc2-27-06m in. doc MINUTES SAN LUIS OBISPO CULTURAL HERITAGE COMMITTEE Regular Meeting of Monday, February 27, 2006 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, Dan Carpenter, and Lynne Landwehr. Absent: Bob Pavlik, and Tom Wheeler. Staff. Arleen Cardenas, Planning Intern and Jeff Hook, Senior Planner PUBLIC HEARING ITEM: 1. 460 Broad .Street.. ARC MI 228-05; Review a proposed deconstruction and reconstruction of a Contributing historic house; R-1 zone; Roger Zanetti, applicant. Jeff Hook presented the staff report and Jim Newhall and Tom Kowkalski presented the the project. Committee member Baer was concerned that this project resulted from building neglect. She noted that economic impact was not an issue in determining whether the building should be demolished. She supported the staff recommendation with the addition of a security deposit to ensure that the required historical reconstruction work was completed. Committee members Breska and Carpenter agreed with the previous comments. Committee member Landwehr supported project and staffs suggested conditions. She felt the garage retrofit was critical since it would be more visible from the street after the porte- cochere was modified as proposed. Chairperson Crotser agreed with all previous comments. The Committee voted 5:0 to determine that the proposed project is consistent with the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for Rehabilitation and Reconstruction and with the City's Historic Preservation Program Guidelines, provided that changes are incorporated into the project to maintain its architectural character, detail and compatibility with the Mt. Pleasanton/Anholm neighborhood. The Committee referred the matter to the Community Development Director with a recommendation to approve the project subject to the following conditions: Conditions A. Original materials, including the tejas (clay roof tiles) and canales (roof vents) shall be retained and reused. Construction documents shall include an exhibit detailing how the deconstruction will proceed, how and where the salvaged materials will be stored and protected, and how they will be re -installed. CHC Meeting Minutes, February 27, 2006 Page 2 B. Where new materials are necessary to replace unsalvageable original materials, they shall match the existing in material, color, shape, size, texture and pattern. New materials, such as exterior stucco, windows, doors, and roof tiles shall also be selected to closely match the house's original materials, colors and textures. Samples of all new materials used on the building fagade shall be provided to the Community Development Department and shall be subject to prior approval by the Community Development Director. C. The Hollywood driveway shall be maintained. D. Other distinctive features, such the built-in cupboard in the interior wall of the dining room and archways between rooms will be retained if at all feasible. E. The detached garage shall be modified as follows: the metal garage door shall be replaced with a stained wood carriage -style door, roof vents replaced with canales to match those of the dwelling, decorative light fixtures consistent with the Spanish style architecture shall be installed in place of the industrial fixtures, wingwalls shall be removed and parapet lowered to match the original garage elevation as closely as possible, and building trim shall be modified to mirror the beveled stucco detail on the front elevation of the main dwelling, to the approval of the Director. F. A Historic Property Preservation Agreement shall be signed by the property owners and recorded on title acknowledging the historical value of the property and accepting the conditions upon which the City has approved the proposed restoration and reconstruction plan, prior to the issuance of any demolition or construction permits, or further modifications to the site. Owner shall provide a guarantee to the City to ensure that architectural reconstruction is consistent with approved plans. The guarantee amount shall be based on the Contractor's estimate to deconstruct and reinstall the house's original architectural elements. On a 5:0 vote, the Committee also recommended that the City Council remove 460 Broad Street from the Contributing Properties List, based on the findings that: A. The property was included in the Contributing Properties List due to its architectural contribution to and compatibility with the Mt. Pleasanton/Anholm neighborhood, rather than for unique aesthetic value, design or historic significance with regard to historic persons, context or events. B. The house's architectural and structural integrity, for which the property was historically listed, have been irreversibly compromised and it is physically infeasible to rehabilitate the house at 460 Broad Street. C. The property is not located within a Historic District which could otherwise be adversely affected by the removal of the original house. CHC Meeting Minutes, February 27, 2006 Page 3 D. With the incorporation of conditions of approval, those physical characteristics which led to the property's designation as a Contributing Structure will not be adversely impacted and architectural compatibility with the neighborhood will be maintained through deconstruction, reconstruction to closely match the original structure and through reuse of original materials. E. Conditions of CHC approval will be included in the final environmental document as mitigation measures and included as conditions of architectural review approval. By complying with the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties with Guidelines for Preserving, Rehabilitation, Restoring, and Reconstructing Historic Buildings the project can be considered mitigated to a level of less than significant impact on the historic resource. DISCUSSION ITEM: 2. Citywide. CHC 94-04; Consideration of properties for possible historic nomination; Cultural Heritage Committee, applicant. (Arleen Cardenas) City Planning Intern Arleen Cardenas presented slides showing 36 individual properties in the "East Railroad Area", roughly bounded by the railroad right of way, Johnson Avenue, and Terrace Hill. The Committee carefully reviewed the age, architectural style and integrity, and architectural character in relation to the neighborhood for each property and determined the following properties had potential architectural significance and should be considered as candidates for nomination to the City's Inventory of Historic Resources: 1342 Breck, 1672 Fairview, 1140 his, 1136 Iris, 1139 Iris, 1043 George, 1127 George, 1240 Ella (coach barn facing George), 1205 George, 1215 George, 1204 Iris, 1908 Ruth, 1240 Ella, 1985 Johnson, 2015 Ella, 2056 Rachel, 2006 Swazey, 2033 Swazey, and 2105 Johnson. The Committee asked staff to provide additional information on the following properties: 1156 Iris, 1026 George, 1063 George, 1234 George, 1236 George, 1013 Jennifer, 2027 Swazey, 1255 Ella, and 1265 Ella. Committee members also asked staff to "sweep" the neighborhood to make sure that all potentially significant properties had been photographed, including the former "Hathway House" (Housing Authority housing development on Ella) and the houses on west Terrace Hill overlooking the railroad tracks. . 3. Communications a. Agenda Forecast — staff. Staff provided a brief agenda forecast. b. Committee. None. CHC Meeting Minutes, February 27, 2006 Page 4 ADJOURN to the next regular meeting on Monday, March 27, 2006 at 5:30 p.m., in the Council Hearing Room, 990 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo. These minutes were approved by the Cultural Heritage Committee at its meeting on March 27, 2006. jh/Uchc/2006/chc2-27-06m in.doc MINUTES SAN LUIS OBISPO CULTURAL HERITAGE COMMITTEE Regular Meeting of Monday, March 27, 2006 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, Dan Carpenter, Lynne Landwehr, Robert Pavlik, and Tom Wheeler. Staff: Jaime Hill, Associate Planner and Jeff Hook, Senior Planner PUBLIC HEARING ITEM: 1617 Santa Rosa Street. ARC MI 19-06; Review of additions to the Hotel Obispo, a contributing historic structure, including a screened porch, roof deck, and caretaker quarters; R -3-H zone; Elaine Simer, applicant. Jaime Hill presented the staff report, and Elaine Simer and her architect, Thomas Brajkovich, explained the project. Committee member Landwehr said she supported the staff recommended action and was not concerned with the minor increase in building height due to the proposed project because it would be recessed from the street and in scale with the historic building. The other committee members agreed with Committee member Landwehr. Chairman Crotser supported the project and asked the architect if he agreed with the staff recommendations. Mr. Brajkovich and Ms. Simer said they agreed with the staff recommendations. On a motion by Committee member Wheeler, seconded by Committee member Baer, the Committee voted 7:0 to determine that the proposed project is consistent with the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties and the Historic Preservation Program Guidelines. The Committee referred the item to the Community Development Director with a recommendation to approve the plans based on the following findings and subject to the following recommended conditions: Findings: A. The proposed materials and architectural detailing will complement the historic structure and add to the historic character of the surrounding neighborhood. B. The scale and siting of the proposed additions are appropriate for this Medium -High Density residential site. CHC Meeting Minutes, March 27, 2006 Page 2 Recommended Conditions: A. Applicant shall add decorative detailing to the fascias of the additions to match that of the main house, to the approval of the Community Development staff. B. New roof overhangs shall include rafters under eaves to match existing, to the approval of Community Development Department staff. DISCUSSION ITEM: 2. Citywide. CHC 94-04; Consideration of properties for possible historic nomination; Cultural Heritage Committee, applicant. Jeff Hook presented slides showing 36 individual properties in the "East Railroad Area" and the "Brook Street Area." The Committee carefully reviewed the age, architectural style and integrity, and architectural character in relation to the neighborhood for each property and determined the following properties had potential architectural significance and should be considered as candidates for nomination to the City's Inventory of Historic Resources: 1026 George, 1234 George, 1236 George, 1013 Jennifer, 2022 Swazey, 1255 Ella, 1265 Ella, 907 Rachel, 2005 Johnson, 178 Brook, 180 Brook, 182 Brook, 184 Brook, 188 .Brook, 190 Brook, and 27 South. The Committee determined that the following properties should be considered as candidates for nomination to the Master List of Historic Resources: -67 South (Jesperson House) The Committee. determined that the following properties did not meet standards for historic designation and did not merit further consideration: 1156 Iris, 1063 George, 937 Rachel, 2075 Rachel, 160 Brook, 195 Brook. 3. Communications a. Agenda Forecast — staff. Staff provided a brief agenda forecast. b. Committee. None. ADJOURN to the next regular meeting on Monday, April 24, 2006 at 5:30 p.m., in the Council Hearing Room, 990 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo. �J CHC Meeting Minutes, March 27, 2006 Page 3 These minutes were approved by the Cultural Heritage Committee at its meeting on May 22, 2006. jh/Uchd2006/chc3-27-06min. doc MINUTES SAN LUIS OBISPO CULTURAL HERITAGE COMMITTEE Regular Meeting of Monday, April 24, 2006 The meeting convened at 5:30 p.m. in the Council Hearing Room, San Luis Obispo City Hall, 990 Palm Street. OATHS OF OFFICE: Deputy City Clerk Julie O'Connor administered oaths of office to reappointed Committee Member Chuck Crotser and Tom Wheeler. ROLL CALL: Present: Committee Members Sandy Baer, Dan Carpenter, Robert Pavlik. Lynne Landwehr, Tom Wheeler, Vice Chair Barbara Breska and Chairperson Chuck Crotser Absent: None Staff. Senior Planner Pam Ricci and Associate Planner Whitney McIlvaine ELECTIONS: On a voice vote, Committee Member Crotser was unanimously elected as Chairperson. On a voice vote, Committee Member Breska was unanimously elected as Vice -Chairperson. MINUTES: Minutes of January 23, 2006 and February 27, 2006. The minutes of January 23, 2006 were approved as submitted. The minutes of February 27, 2006 were approved as submitted. PUBLIC HEARING ITEM: 1. 868 Chorro Street. CHC 51-06; Review of Historic Resource Investigation of the historic Mancilla/Frietas Adobe; R-4 zone; Larry Hoyt, applicant. (Phil Dunmore) Pam Ricci explained that the CHC had previously provided Larry Hoyt with direction to have a cultural resource investigation prepared. She noted that the CHC's purview was limited to reviewing and commenting on the submitted report. Larry Hoyt, applicant, explained his vision for the property and provided a historic overview. There was a lengthy discussion regarding the submitted historic resource investigation prepared by Dr. John Parker. Larry Hoyt further discussed the opportunity to complete restoration of the small adobe and the possible use as a Native American Museum.. Glen Wood, R2L Architects, introduced himself and explained that he was working with the applicant on a development plan for the property. CHC Meeting Minutes, April 24, 2006 Page 2 During public comment, David Brodie retired Cal Poly architecture professor stated his concerns with the deterioration. of cities and loss of historical resources. Brodie further stated that artifacts relocated are a token and lose their impact, and that timelines are what give cities a sense of place. Allan Cooper referenced that the structure dates back to 1874, and that significant changes occurred between 1893 and 1905.. He provided a series of photos and book excerpts as supporting documentation. Cooper also pointed out that the frame of the structure could be retained with changes made to the interior to provide a more livable house. Committee Member Landwehr stated that Mr. Cooper's information was germane, Committee member Pavlik agreed and suggested that the report should be expanded to include a qualified architectural historian to evaluate the building and research the necessary information to evaluate the age of the building, the additions and the overall integrity. Buildings associated with the Mission gain significance in their own right and removal of wood additions could affect the historical status and integrity. Other Committee Members agreed, with Committee Member Wheeler added that Mr. Cooper's amendments should be added to the report. Committee Member Carpenter stated that it was unfortunate that issues with the parking structure were not brought up with review at the time. The CHC concluded that the study was well done; however, a qualified architectural historian should be retained by the applicant to properly evaluate changes and additions that have been made to the adobe structure over time. 2. 1135 Roundhouse. ARC 15-06; Architectural review for new dispatch center on the site of Fire Station No. 1; PF -H zone; City of San Luis Obispo, applicant. (Jaime Hill) Pam Ricci presented the staff report and Candice Wong and Margaret Ambrosavaage, RRM Design, explained the firm's expertise and involvement in refining the design for the much needed facility. They continued with the explanation of the site plan and reasons for the location, the functions of the floor plan, and stated that Fire Station 1 was built to more intensive standards. No public comments were made. Committee member Wheeler stated his concerns regarding the building design and materials and their consistency with the Railroad District Plan. Committee member Carpenter was impressed with the whole proposal and that it was important to have the new structure blend in with the Fire Station, Vice Chairperson Breska and Committee member Landwehr agreed. Committee member Baer motioned for approval, Committee member Carpenter seconded. On a 7:0 vote the Committee determined that the proposed structure and site improvements are architecturally compatible with the surrounding area and referred the item to the Architectural Review Commission with a recommendation to approve the plans as submitted, based on the following findings: 1. The proposed materials and architectural detailing will complement the adjacent City facility and will add to the historic character of the surrounding neighborhood. CHC Meeting Minutes, April 24, 2006 Page 3 2. The scale and siting of the proposed dispatch center is appropriate for the Railroad Historic District. 3. 2238 Broad Street. ARC 62-05; Conceptual review of new mixed use development project with 91 residential units and 25,000 square feet commercial space; C -N -H and C -S- H zones; Halferty Development Co., applicant. (Whitney McHvaine) Jim Halferty explained the development plan, team history and some projects of note. Debbie Rudd of RRM Design Group, project representative, provided a slide show which covered site features, the planned project, and its consistency with the Railroad District Plan. Committee Member Pavlik stated that he liked the sawtooth roofs, that the project supports more pedestrian activity and suggested passive solar design. Committee Member Landwehr questioned the amount of parking and voiced her concerns regarding the name of the project and suggested that it be tied into the Railroad History. Committee Member Wheeler stated that the small windows might be more like Railroad Buildings. Committee Member Pavlik supported the staffs recommendations. Committee Member Carpenter supported a grocery use in this area and agreed with the entire project, Chairperson Crotser agreed, and added that the contemporary take and the plaster was a good idea. He appreciated the architecture and the individual styles of the various buildings. The Commission voted 7:0 on a motion made by Committee member Baer; seconded by Committee member Carpenter, determined that the proposed buildings and site improvements are consistent with the Railroad District Plan and with the City's Historical Preservation Program Guidelines "Principles of Historic Preservation," with the added consideration of using names for project components and internal districts that are more aligned with local railroad history, based on the following findings: Findings: The proposed materials and architectural detailing of proposed buildings are consistent with the architectural guidelines contained within the Railroad District Plan. 2. The specific arch forms of the Maymont Place buildings and the "outdoor" room around the proposed roundabout are reminiscent of the historic railroad roundhouse structure that stood near the site. 3. The proposed mix of residential and commercial uses is consistent with land use patterns discussed in the Railroad District Plan that promote developments that allow people to live near work places and services. DISCUSSION ITEMS: CHC Meeting Minutes, April 24, 2006 Page 4 4. Citywide. CHC 94-04; Preparation of a Citywide Cultural Resources Survey; Cultural Heritage Committee, applicant. (Arleen Cardenas) This item was continued without discussion. The idea of holding a special study session either on May 8`h or 19`h from 11:30 a.m to 1:00 p.m was discussed if necessary to accommodate Intern Arleen Cardenas' schedule. 5. Communications a. Agenda Forecast - staff Pam Ricci provided a forecast for the upcoming May 22"d agenda. b. Committee The meeting adjourned around 9:00 p.m to the next regular meeting on Monday, May 22, 2006, at 5:30 p.m., in the Council Hearing Room, 990 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo. These minutes were approved by the Cultural Heritage Committee at its meeting on June 26, 2006. Submitted, Planner j h/Uchc/2006/chc3--27-06m in.doc MINUTES SAN LUIS OBISPO CULTURAL HERITAGE COMMITTEE Regular Meeting of Monday, May 22, 2006 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, Dan Carpenter and Tom Wheeler. Absent: Sandy Baer, Lynne Landwehr and Robert Pavlik Staff: Phil Dunsmore, Associate Planner; Arleen Cardenas, Planning Intern; and Jeff Hook, Senior Planner PUBLIC COMMENT: Mark Rawson, architect for the Copeland's Downtown Center, requested that the Committee schedule a special meeting to consider a remodel to the storefront at 899 Higuera Street. He explained that a new tenant plans to occupy the space and proposes a storefront remodel to better reflect the tenant's business needs and image. He is working with the tenant's architect to meet the City's Community Design Guidelines, but wasn't sure that would be possible in time to handle the review at a staff level without the need for a public hearing. The building is not historic but its location in the Downtown Historic District calls for architectural review. He added that there was some urgency associated with the tenant's request to get into the building and felt that expedited CHC review would be extremely helpful in this instance. On a motion by Committee member Wheeler, seconded by Committee member Breska, the Committee directed staff to schedule a special CHC meeting on Monday, June 5, 2006 to consider the proposed storefront remodel. MINUTES: On a motion by Committee Member Carpenter, seconded by Committee member Wheeler, the minutes of March 27, 2006 regular meeting were approved as submitted. PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS: Item 2 was considered first since the applicants for item 1 were not present. 2. 148 Broad Street. ARC 74-03; Review of proposed new dwelling on the same lot as the historic Vard Shepard House; R-1 zone; Dr. Barry Jones, applicant. Phil Dunsmore presented the staff report and the applicant explained the project. Four neighbors commented on the project, expressing concerns with driveway placement, possible view blockage or privacy issues, and scale and compatibility issues between the proposed and existing houses. Committee members considered neighbors' comments and felt that while the issues raised were important, most were outside of the Committee's purview and more properly addressed by the Architectural Review Commission and as part of the required use permit. After CHC Meeting Minutes, May 22, 2006 Page 2 a lengthy discussion, and on a motion by Committee member Wheeler, seconded by Committee member Breska, the Committee. voted 4:0 determined that the proposed remodel is consistent with the Historic Preservation Program Guidelines, and with the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties, and that the project will be compatible with the historic Vard Shepherd house and grounds, with the following recommended conditions: 1. The project should be referred to the Architectural Review Commission for review. 2. Applicant should install protective fencing around trees and other significant landscaping prior to and during construction, to the approval of the City Arborist. 3. Applicant should provide a Phase 1 Archaeological Study prior to building permit issuance, pursuant to the Archaeological Resource Preservation Program Guidelines. 4. Applicant should provide additional landscaping to achieve privacy screening where appropriate, to the approval of the Architectural Review Commission. 1720 Johnson Avenue. ARC MI 20-06; Review of a W -foot soundwall adjacent to the historic Judge's House; R-2 zone; James Shepard Co., applicant. Jeff Hook presented the staff report, noting that the applicant was not in attendance and that public notice had been provided according to City policies. The Committee discussed the proposed wall height and design, site conditions, noise levels and compatibility with the historic Judge's House. On a motion by Committee member Crotser, seconded by Committee. member Carpenter, the Committee determined that the proposed project was consistent with the property's Mills Act Historic Property Agreement, with the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties and referred the item to the Community Development Director for approval subject to the following recommended conditions: A noise study and/or site -line analysis shall be prepared by a qualified professional evaluating the site conditions and recommending appropriate mitigation measures for noise attenuation and/or visual screening from Johnson Avenue. If a wall is determined to be the only effective measure to meet Noise Element Standards and/or provide privacy, the following standards shall apply: a. The sound and/or privacy wall shall be designed to the minimum effective height, as identified in the noise study and/or site -line analysis. b. The wall shall be setback from the front vertical plane of the Judge's House (facing Johnson Avenue) a minimum of three feet to distinguish it from the original rockwork, and that samples of the proposed rock veneer be provided for Cultural Heritage Committee review prior to construction permit issuance so that its compatibility with the existing rock can be confirmed. CHC Meeting Minutes, May 22, 2006 Page 3 c. A revised landscape plan shall be submitted for the area within the Johnson Avenue street yard for the review of the Cultural Heritage Committee and approval of the Community Development Director. The plan shall reflect the historic garden which previously existed in this area, with plantings including an assortment of shrubbery of a various heights and a diversity of trees. d. All landscape improvements along the Johnson Avenue frontage shall be approved by the Community Development Director prior to construction permit issuance for the new sound wall to ensure adequate screening, and be installed concurrently with the wall construction. e. Landscaping shall be maintained in a vigorous and thriving condition, and replaced as necessary as required by the Mills Act Historic Property Agreement in effect for the property and to ensure that the wall and new structures are adequately screened. DISCUSSION ITEMS: 3. Citywide. CHC 94-04; Consideration of properties for possible historic nomination; Cultural Heritage Committee, applicant. Arleen Cardenas presented slides showing houses in the "Little Italy Area" as described in the Phase II Citywide Historical Resources Survey II, Completion Report (1992) by Margaret Lovell. The Committee carefully reviewed the age, architectural style and integrity, and architectural character in relation to the neighborhood for each property and determined the following properties had potential architectural significance and should be considered as candidates for nomination to the City's Inventory of Historic Resources as Contributing Properties: 743 Caudill, 796 Caudill, 797 Caudill, 2502 Victoria, 2546 Victoria, 2663 Victoria, 303 Lawrence, 307 Lawrence, 447 Lawrence, 481 Lawrence, 483 Lawrence, 510 Lawrence, 523 Lawrence, 540 Lawrence, 566 Lawrence, 570 Lawrence, 590 Lawrence, 640 Lawrence, 418 Mitchell, 439 Mitchell, 451 (449) Mitchell, 456 Mitchell, 498 Mitchell, 503 Mitchell, 535 Mitchell, 652 Mitchell, 2775 Tenbrook, 2717 Broad, 2783 Broad and 2747 Chandler. The Committee determined that the following properties did not meet standards for historic designation and did not merit further consideration: 807 Francis, 426 Lawrence, 551 Lawrence, 601 Lawrence, 610 Lawrence, 427 Mitchell, 516 Mitchell, 525 Mitchell, 546 Mitchell, 612 Mitchell, 636 Mitchell and 2603 Mitchell. The Committee asked that staff provide additional information for these addresses, to be brought back for discussion at a future CHC meeting: 783 Alphonso, 831 Francis, 2747 Broad (possible Master List candidate). CHC Meeting Minutes, May 22, 2006 Page 4 4. Communications a. Agenda Forecast —staff Jeff Hook provided a brief agenda forecast for the June CHC meeting. ADJOURN to a special meeting on Monday, June 5, 2006 at 5:30 p.m., in the Council Hearing Room, 990 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo. (The special meeting was subsequently not needed and was cancelled by the Community Development Director) These minutes were approved by the Cultural Heritage Committee at its meeting on June 26, 2006. jh/Uchc/2006/chc5-22-06min.doc MINUTES SAN LUIS OBISPO CULTURAL HERITAGE COMMITTEE Regular Meeting of Monday, June 26, 2006 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, Dan Carpenter Sandy Baer, Lynne Landwehr and Robert Pavlik. Absent: Tom Wheeler Staff: Phil Dunsmore, Associate Planner PUBLIC COMMENT: There was no public comment. MINUTES: The minutes of Monday April 24, 2006 were approved with a minor change requested to the wording in item 3, as requested by Committee member Landwehr. The minutes of Monday, May 22, 2006 were approved with an amendment to show that Sandy Baer was late, not absent. �- PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS: 1. 1529 Osos Street. ARC MI 74-06; Review of additions to a contributing historic residence in the Old Town Historic District; R -2-H zone; Jeff and Debi Briesacher, applicant. (Phil Dunsmore) Phil Dunsmore presented the staff report and the applicant explained the project. No members of the public were present. Committee members felt that the most important features of the existing residence are the dimensions and trim of the front windows, and the design features of the front of the residence. Committee member Carpenter felt that it was important to retain the small footprint rather than adding an addition to the rear of the property. Other Committee members felt that it was important that the remodel did not result in a "monster" house and that the scale and character be retained. Chairman Crotser felt that the architects response to staff's initial concerns improved the design. On a motion by Committee member Pavlik, seconded by Committee member Baer, the Committee voted 6:0 to determine that the proposed remodel is consistent with the Historic Preservation Program Guidelines, and with the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties, and that the project should be forwarded to the Community Development Director, with the following recommended conditions: CHC Meeting Minutes, June 26, 2006 Page 2 1. All windows in the new work shall maintain the existing dimensions, trim details and vertically opening orientation of the house's original windows. 2. The new driveway shall be a "Hollywood" style driveway with two strips of concrete separated by turf or other materials. 3. The chimney shall be faced with materials that are indicative of the era of the residence. 4. The design of the roof shall retain the French gable, trim features and fishscale shingles to replicate the existing design features. 5. The front door facing the street may be eliminated and replaced with a window. 2. Communications a. Agenda Forecast — staff Phil Dunsmore provided a brief agenda forecast for the July CHC meeting. b. CHC discussion — the CHC discussed the loss of the plaque on the retaining wall in front of the Judge's House townhomes project and felt that it should be replaced. Committee C� members also asked staff if the continuation of the historic resources survey could return for - the July hearing date since there are no regularly scheduled items for that hearing date. ADJOURN to the next regularly scheduled meeting on Monday, July 24, 2006 at 5:30 p.m., in the Council Hearing Room, 990 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo. Respectfully Submitted, Phil Dunsmore, Associate Planner �, jh/Uchdl20Wchc5-22-06n in.doc MINUTES SAN LUIS OBISPO CULTURAL HERITAGE COMMITTEE Regular Meeting of Monday, July 24, 2006 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, Dan Carpenter Sandy Baer, Lynne Landwehr and Robert Pavlik. Absent: Tom Wheeler Staff. Kim Murry, Deputy Community Development Director, Claire Clark, Economic Development Manager, Jaime Hill, Associate Planner, and Jeff Hook, Senior Planner. INTRODUCTIONS: Jeff Hook introduced Claire Clark who updated the Committee on the status of the seismic retrofit program. She explained that staff expected to return to the CHC in the near future to discuss historic preservation and economic development strategies. Mr. Hook then introduced Kim Murry, the new Deputy Community Development Director for Long Range Planning. MINUTES: The minutes of Monday, June 26th were approved as amended. PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS: 890 Monterey Street. ARC MI 145-05; Review a plan revision to a remodel of a contributing commercial building; C -D -H zone; Feliciano Trust, applicant. Jeff Hook presented the staff report and project architect Craig Smith described the project and provided background on why and how the plan revision occurred. Committee members generally supported changing the project's approval condition which required paint to be removed from the rear (alley) building fagade. They felt that removing paint would damage the original brick and grout surface and was not warranted at this time. On a motion by Committee member Baer, seconded by Committee member Carpenter, the Committee recommended that the Community Development Director delete the condition requiring paint removal from the rear building fagade and approve the as -built building revisions. The motion carried, 6-0. 2. 1720 Johnson Avenue. ARC MI 20-06; Review of wall materials for a 9 -foot sound wall extending to the side property line from an historic structure; James Shepard Co., applicants. Jaime Hill presented the staff report and applicants Stephen and Eileen Sicanoff explained the project. Committee members supported the proposed noise wall design and materials. Committee member Crotser voiced concern that the wall "keyhole" opening could allow noise into the private patio and defeat the purpose of the noise wall. He suggested the applicants verify CHC Meeting Minutes, July 24, 2006 Page 2 the design with the noise consultant and consider changes to the keyhole design if necessary. He wanted to allow staff flexibility in approving such a change. Other Committee members agreed with this approach, and after a brief discussion, on a motion by Committee member Landwehr, seconded by Committee member Baer, the Committee voted 6-0 to determine that the proposed project is consistent with the Mills Act Historic Property Agreement and the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for new construction, and refer the item to the Community Development Director with a recommendation to approve the plans with the following conditions. 1. All landscape improvements along the Johnson Avenue frontage shall be installed and approved by the Community Development Director prior to issuance of a construction permit for the new sound wall to ensure adequate screening. 2. Landscaping shall be maintained in a vigorous and thriving manner, and replaced as necessary as required by the Mills Act Historic Property Agreement in effect for the property and to ensure that structures are adequately screened. 3. Modifications to the keyhole opening and gate may be approved by staff if constructed of materials that are similar or compatible with the proposed wall and with the Judge's House. 3. 899 Higuera Street. ARC MI 79-06; Review for a fagade remodel and tenant improvements to a downtown building; C -D -H zone; Copeland's Properties, applicant. Jaime Hill presented the staff report and provided background on the proposed remodel. Architect Mark Rawson and Apple representative Benjamin Fay described the project and thanked staff for a thorough and well-written staff report. Under public comment, Brian Lawler, Gary Williams and Jim Dummit spoke on the project, voicing concerns with various aspects of the project's architectural design, exterior architectural materials and compatibility with the Downtown Historic District. Committee members had mixed feelings about the project, with members about evenly split on whether the project was consistent with the Historic Preservation Program and Community Design Guidelines, with or without design changes. After extended discussion, and on a motion by Committee member Breska, seconded by Committee member Baer, the Committee voted 4-2 (Carpenter, Crotser) to determine that the proposed project is consistent with the Community Design Guidelines and with the Downtown Preservation Program Guidelines provided that changes are implemented to insure the project will not adversely affect the historic, architectural, or aesthetic significance of the Downtown Historic District, and to refer the matter to the Architectural Review Commission with a recommendation to approve the project subject to the following conditions: The "Rose Tan" brickwork, modified fascia detailing and upper window design shall be continued along the Morro Street Elevation of the tenant space to the third pilaster, where the pattern of upper level windows currently ends. 2. All windows on both the Higuera and Morro Street elevations shall permit at least 88 percent light transmission and allow uninterrupted viewing from the street into the tenant space. CHC Meeting Minutes, July 24, 2006 Page 3 They shall not be additionally darkened, shaded, or otherwise covered with signage which would obscure views into the store. 3. Samples of all window glass shall be submitted to the Community Development Department and prior to installation, shall require approval by the Director as being consistent with the intent of Architectural Review Commission approval. 4. A separate building permit is required for all signage, including wall, window, awning, hanging or projecting. 5. Applicant shall construct the project so as to substantially conform to plans and material samples approved by the Architectural Review Commission. Any change to approved design, colors, materials, or signage must be approved by the Director or Architectural Review Commission, as deemed appropriate by the Commission. 6. The design shall retain the existing bulkhead on the Higuera Street fagade. 7. In addition to condition # B above, the design shall use clear glass on all or most of the Morro Street windows.. 8. The applicant shall eliminate or significantly reduce the amount of "beaded stainless steel' siding used on the storefront. DISCUSSION ITEMS: 4. Communications a. Agenda Forecast —staff. Staff provided a brief agenda forecast for the August 28, 2006 meeting. b. Committee. The Committee briefly discussed parliamentary procedures and motion -making techniques.in connection with difficult or complex projects. ADJOURN to the next regularly scheduled meeting on Monday, August 28, 2006 at 5:30 p.m., in the Council Hearing Room, 990 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo. A A/G/CH02006/chc7-24-06min MINUTES SAN LUIS OBISPO CULTURAL HERITAGE COMMITTEE Regular Meeting of Monday, August 28, 2006 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 -Chairperson Barbara Breska, Dan Carpenter, Lynne Landwehr and Tom Wheeler. Absent: Chairperson Crotser, Sandy Baer and Robert Pavlik. Staff: Michael Codron, Associate Planner and Jeff Hook, Senior Planner. MINUTES: On a motion by Committee member Carpenter, seconded by Committee member Wheeler, the Committee approved the minutes with changes on a 4-0 vote. PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS: 1. 1266 Mill Street and 777 Johnson Ave. ARC MI 116-06; Review of a proposed demolition of metal garage and construction of unenclosed parking; R -2-H zone; Mike Shipsey, applicant. Vice -Chairperson Breska had a potential conflict of interest and recused herself from discussing this item. Consequently, the Committee did not have a quorum and could not take action on this item. Staff informed the Committee and applicants that the item would be rescheduled to the Committee's September 25, 2006 meeting to allow the Committee to achieve a quorum. 2. Citywide. GPA/ER 50-06; Discussion of possible General Plan amendments to revise policies and programs relating to Downtown building height and intensity limits; City of San Luis Obispo, applicant. Michael Codron gave a Powerpoint presentation that provided background on the building height and intensity policies and alternatives. Staff summarized City Council direction from the Council's March 2006 hearing and framed the policy discussion for the Committee. Staff explained that the issue would be dealt with using a two-step approach. First, staff will present the relevant policies to the advisory bodies and City Council for clarification. Second, an ordinance will be prepared based on the clarified policies. The meeting was well attended and nine members of the public spoke on the proposal. The CHC had a brief discussion after the close of public testimony but felt that the issues were too complex to cover with three CHC members absent. On a 4-0 vote, the CHC continued consideration of policies relating to Downtown building height and intensity limits to their next meeting, scheduled for September 25, 2006. CHC Meeting Minutes, August 28, 2006 Page 2 DISCUSSION ITEMS: 3. Communications a. Agenda Forecast — staff. Staff provided a brief agenda forecast for the September 25, 2006 meeting. ADJOURN to the next regularly scheduled meeting on Monday, September 25, 2006 at 5:30 p.m., in the Council Hearing Room, 990 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo. gtcd-plan/jh/chc/2006/chc8-28-06min MINUTES SAN LUIS OBISPO CULTURAL HERITAGE COMMITTEE Regular Meeting of Monday, September 25, 2006 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, Dan Carpenter, Sandy Baer, Robert Pavlik and Tom Wheeler. Absent: Vice -Chairperson Barbara Breska and Lynne Landwehr Staff: Michael Codron, Associate Planner and Jeff Hook, Senior Planner. MINUTES: On a motion by Committee member Carpenter, seconded by Committee member Wheeler, the Committee approved the minutes with changes on a 4-0 vote. PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS: 1266 Mill Street and 777 Johnson Ave. ARC MI 116-06; Review of a proposed demolition of metal garage and construction of unenclosed parking; R -2-H zone; Mike Shipsey, applicant. Committee members discussed the metal garage structure and the fact that it represents a change from the "horse and buggy era" to the automobile era in SLO's history. Although the majority of the committee agreed that the structure did not contribute to the historic character of the neighborhood, Committee members Wheeler and Pavlik disagreed and felt that the structure did contribute to the historic character. Several members of the public spoke in favor of allowing the structure to be demolished. Dan Krieger, former CHC member spoke as a private citizen in support of the request. On a motion by Dan Carpenter, seconded by Chuck Crotser, the Committee voted 3-2 to find that the structure is not a contributing historic structure and to allow the demolition to proceed, subject to photo documentation being provided and public advertising requirements met, pursuant to the City's demolition code, before demolition could proceed. 2. 800 Palm Street. ARC 187-05; Review of a multi -story retail and office building on the site of, and attach to, the historic Ah Louis store; C -D -H zone; Dr. William Watson, applicant. Following a staff presentation regarding the changes to the design since the last review, the CHC discussed the project and how it relates to the Chinatown historic district and the Ah Louis Store. Committee members expressed concern regarding potential archeology and impacts to the Ah Louis Store. Also discussed were concerns regarding scale and mass and logical transition between the Ah Louis Store and the new building. Public testimony spoke in support of the new project. Several Committee members expressed support for the changes in design that were in response to the direction given in January by the CHC and the ARC. On a motion by Pavlik, seconded by Carpenter, the committee voted 3-2 to adopt action alternative 1, finding that the CHC Meeting Minutes, September 25, 2006 Page 2 new building design is consistent with the Chinatown historic district and forwarding the project to the ARC for action. 3. 800 Palm Street. 0115-06; Request for Mills Act Contract for the historic Ah Louis Store; C -D -H zone; Dr. William Watson, applicant. Jeff Hook presented the staff report and Dr. William Watson explained that he was interested in participating in the Mills Act Program to help defray costs of rehabilitating and maintaining the Ah Louis Store to ensure it continues to be a community historic resource. Committee members felt the Ah Louis Store was a good candidate for the Mills Act Program and had no concerns with the request. On a motion by Committee member Wheeler, seconded by Committee member Baer, the Committee voted 5-0 to recommend the City Council approve a Mills Act contract for the historic Ah Louis Store, as described in the draft contract attached to the staff report in the Committee's September 25, 2006 agenda packet. 4. Citywide. Historic Survey: Review historic documentation for properties in the Monterey Heights area, located at 285, 405, 455 and 495 Buena Vista; 2102, 2122, 2140 2160 and 2190 Loomis; 398 San Miguel; 326 Santa Maria; and 2243 Santa Ynez. Jamie Tuckey, Panning Intern, presented the staff report and a PowerPoint presentation showing 12 properties in the Monterey Heights neighborhood. She noted that these properties were identified as having potential historical and/or architectural significance and asked Committee members to identify those properties meriting further study and possible historic designation. After reviewing photos and descriptions of the properties, and on a motion by Committee member Pavlik, seconded by Committee member Baer, the Committee voted 5-0 to direct staff to schedule the following properties for possible historic nomination at a public hearing: 285, 405 and 495 Buena Vista; 2102, 2122, 2140, 2160 and 2190 Loomis; 326 Santa Maria; 398 Sari Miguel; and 2243 Santa Ynez. The following property was not designated for further study due to extensive exterior changes to its original architectural design: 455 Buena Vista. DISCUSSION ITEMS: 5. Citywide. GPA/ER 50-06; Discussion of possible General Plan amendments to revise policies and programs relating to Downtown building height and intensity limits; City of San Luis Obispo, applicant. The CHC held a second public hearing for the Downtown Building Height and Intensity Limits discussion. Five CHC members were present during the staff review of the issues and public comment portion of the meeting, but one member (Baer) had to leave prior to the Committee finalizing their recommendations. CHC Meeting Minutes, September 25, 2006 Page 3 Committee member Baer left the meeting. On a 4-0 vote, the CHC provided the following direction and feedback to staff: A. The CHC supports a moderate increase in the base building height limit, specifically to accommodate four story buildings, consistent with Council direction to consider alternatives for a moderate increase to downtown building height and intensity limits to achieve General Plan goals, including housing, retail floor area and design amenities. B. The CHC supports a use permit process for buildings taller than the base height that would involve special requirements such as affordable housing, energy efficiency, pedestrian connections, plazas, public access to upper level views, and historic preservation. The term "landmark" should not be used to describe this process because landmarks, such as the Mission or the Fremont Theatre, are not normally defined by building height. There should not be a limit on the number of these tall buildings — there could be three in one block and none in other blocks. Stories are not a useful standard, but the Community Design Guidelines should provide guidance for the height of the first story, which is typically 12 to 16 feet downtown. C. The CHC recommends that any ordinance allowing taller buildings include the following mandatory finding for approval, which implements Conservation and Open Space Element Policy 3.21.2: The proposed project is consistent with the General Plan because historic resources on the project site will be retained and either preserved or rehabilitated in a manner consistent with the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties, unless demolition is necessary to remove a threat to health and safety and other means to eliminate or reduce the threat to acceptable levels are infeasible. D. The CHC recommends that LUE Policy 4.13 and 4.16.4 be amended as follows to clarify the following land use strategy for the downtown core: Use building design, street furniture and landscaping to provide a comfortable sense of enclosure for pedestrians on the sidewalk, while preserving hillside views from carefully located public open places, and encouraging public access to "new views." Tree selection in these public,. open places should be consistent with maintaining views, and trees with a dense canopy should be avoided. E. The CHC recommends that the Community Design Guidelines be updated to include guidelines on architectural transitions between existing development and new buildings. CHC Meeting Minutes, September 25, 2006 Page 4 6. Goal Setting and the Budget Process: Identify CHC goals and programs for 2007 - 2009. Due to the lateness of the hour, the Committee voted unanimously to continue this item to the October 23, 2006 meeting. Communications: There were no staff or Committee communications. The meeting adjourned at 9:30 p.m. to the regular meeting on Monday, October 23, 2006, at 5:30 p.m., in the Council Hearing Room, 990 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo. Submitted, Planner g/cd-plan/j h/chc/2006/chc9-25-06m in MINUTES SAN LUIS OBISPO CULTURAL HERITAGE COMMITTEE Regular Meeting of Monday, October 23, 2006 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, Dan Carpenter, Sandy Baer, Robert Pavlik and Tom Wheeler. Absent: Vice -Chairperson Barbara Breska and Lynne Landwehr Staff: Mary Phillips, Planning Intern, Pam Ricci, Senior Planner and Jeff Hook, Senior Planner. MINUTES: On a motion by Committee member Baer, seconded by Committee member Carpenter, the Committee approved the September 25, 2006 minutes on a 5-0 vote. SPECIAL PRESENTATION: Update on Advisory Body Recruitment. (Audrey Hooper, City Clerk). City Clerk Audrey Hooper noted that four CHC member's terms were expiring in March 2007 and that the Clerk's office was beginning its advisory body recruitment program earlier than usual to find citizens interested in serving. She encouraged committee members to "re-enlist" and continue serving on the Committee or to encourage interested colleagues and friends to apply. INTRODUCTION Jeff Hook introduced Planning Intern Mary Phillips and explained that she would be assisting with the preparation of an historic preservation ordinance. The Committee welcomed Ms. Phillips and expressed support for the ordinance. PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS: 1. 460 Broad Street. MOD ARC MI 228-05; Modification to previously approved request to deconstruct, rebuild and restore a contributing historic property regarding building setback and conditions of approval; R-1 zone; Roger Zanetti, applicant. Jeff Hook presented the staff report and Jim Newell, applicant's representative, explained the request. He noted that the applicant had taken the new garage through the City's plancheck process and that there was no concern expressed about architectural compatibility with the house at that time. The applicant didn't feel it was fair to require changes to the garage now, after the garage was approved and built. CHC Meeting Minutes, October 23, 2006 Page 2 After a brief discussion, Committee members agreed that the architectural differences between garage and house were not likely to be highly visible to the public and that it would not be appropriate to require changes now when the City failed to require them during the garage's initial review. On a motion by Committee member Baer, seconded by Dan Carpenter, the Committee voted 5-0 to determine that the applicant's requested modifications to the project are consistent with the CHC's original action to support the project, and to refer the project to the Community Development Director with direction to modify the conditions of project approval and building setback, as requested by the applicant. 2. 1880 Santa Barbara Avenue. ARC 180-03; Review of a proposal to structurally reinforce and rehabilitate the fire -damaged historic Railroad Square building; C -R -S -H zone; Depot Square, LP, applicant. Pam Ricci presented the staff report and asked the Committee to provide conceptual direction on the applicant's revised plans to preserve and seismically strengthen the historic Channel Commercial Building. Carol Florence, Oasis Associates, introduced the applicant's development and design team: Hamish Marshall, project developer, Robert Chattel, architectural historian, Jim Duenow, attorney, and Bill Wallace, structural engineer. Victoria Wood, a neighbor of the project and former CHC member, spoke in support of the proposed rehabilitation plan. Chris Felatevski, National Trust for Historic Preservation, said she was there at Robert Chattel's request and offered to assist with National Register nominations if the applicant chose to use Rehabilitation Tax Credits. After a lengthy discussion of the applicant's proposed rehabilitation strategy, the Committee took two actions: 1) on a motion by Chairperson Crotser, seconded by Committee member Baer, Committee members voted 5-0 to support a rehabilitation strategy that favored internal bracing with minimal or no visible changes on the building's exterior and minimal use of shotcrete on interior walls, and 2) regarding the more recent wood -clad building additions, on a motion by Committee member Pavlik, seconded by Committee member Baer, the Committee asked the applicant to investigate the history of the additions and that if proposed, changes to or replacement of the additions should be consistent with the Railroad District Plan and "open up" views to the sides of the historic brick building. The motion carried, 5-0. DISCUSSION ITEM: 3. Goal Setting and the Budget Process: Identify CHC goals and programs for 2007 - 2009. After a brief discussion, and on a motion by Chairperson Crotser, seconded by Committee member Wheeler, the Committee voted 5-0 to identify the following CHC program goals for 2007 — 2009, with goal one being the highest priority, and to forward these to the City Council with a request for resources to complete the work during the 2007 — 2009 budget: CHC Meeting Minutes, October 23, 2006 Page 3 CHC WORKPROGRAM FOR 2007 — 2009 1) Historic Preservation Ordinance: Prepare a Historic Preservation Ordinance, pursuant to the Conservation and Open Space Element Program 3.30.10, and provide funding for the preparation of a historic character assessment of city historic districts. 2) Historic Resource Inventory: Provide adequate funding for updating and maintaining the Historic Resource Inventory of Master List and Contributing properties, including potential annexation areas and threatened structures. 3) Historic Plaque Program: Provide funding to evaluate, improve and expand the existing Historic Plaque Program. 4) Southern Pacific Freight Warehouse: Provide funding to complete the rehabilitation of the historic Southern Pacific Freight Warehouse within the two-year budget cycle. COMMUNICATIONS: a. Agenda Forecast — staff Staff noted that an evaluation of the Mills Act Program would be on the CRC's November meeting. The meeting adjourned at 8:00 p.m. to the regular meeting on Monday, November 27, 2006, at 5:30 p.m., in the Council Hearing Room, 990 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo. Respectfully Submitted, 4__ V'x�' /��e'*o "Senior Planner g/cd-p1an/jh/chc/2006/chcI0-25-06min MINUTES SAN LUIS OBISPO CULTURAL HERITAGE COMMITTEE Regular Meeting of Monday, November 27, 2006 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, Vice -Chairperson Barbara Breska, Dan Carpenter, Sandy Baer, Lynne Landwehr, Robert Pavlik, and Tom Wheeler. Absent: none Staff: Cari Meyers, Planning Intern; Phil Dunsmore, Associate Planner; and Jeff Hook, Senior Planner. MINUTES: On a motion by Committee member Carpenter, seconded by Committee member Baer, the Committee approved the October 23, 2006 minutes as amended on a 7-0 vote. PUBLIC COMMENT: Brandon McAdams expressed concerns about the lack of maintenance of the Camphor Trees lining Mill Street. He noted that the trees contribute to the character of the historic district and that they need regular maintenance and possibly, phased replacement to ensure the street's character is preserved. On a motion by Committee member Baer, seconded by Committee member Pavlik, the Committee directed staff to raise the issue of Mill Street Historic District street tree health and maintenance with the Tree Committee and City Council. The motion carried, 7-0. PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS: 1. 968 Monterey Street. ARC MI 158-06; Review of facade modifications in connection with seismic strengthening of a non-contributing building in the Downtown Historic District; C- DH zone; Robert and Ann Tartaglia, applicants. Phil Dunsmore presented the staff report and Craig Smith, project architect, explained the request. He noted that the applicant was trying to retain and where necessary., replicate the building's original brick fagade which may still exist below the existing plaster exterior. They plan to remove brick storage wells at the rear of the building and use the brick to repair/restore the brick fagade. Steve Sicanoff, 1720 Johnson Avenue, expressed support for the project. Committee member Pavlik liked the project and felt it was compatible with the Downtown Historic District. The other Committee members agreed and felt the project was a big CHC Meeting Minutes, November 27, 2006 Page 2 improvement over the building's current appearance. Committee Wheeler said he would like to have more historic information on the building, such as historic uses, tenants and photographs. On a motion by Committee member Carpenter; seconded by Committee member Baer, the Committee voted 6i1 (Committee member Wheeler) to determine that the proposed remodel was consistent with the Historic Preservation Program Guidelines and will be compatible with the Downtown Historic District. The Committee referred the project to the Community Development Director with a recommendation to approve the project. 2. 1160 and 1190 Marsh Street, 1171 Toro Street. ARCMI 152-06; Review of stairwell renovation and new elevator for the historic Stover's Sanitarium; O zone; RKE Properties II, applicant. Phil Dunsmore presented the staff report, and Rob Rossi, applicant provided background on the proposed remodel. Craig Smith, Architect, explained how the project would meet the Secretary of the Interior Standards for the Treatment of Historic Buildings and described the proposed design and materials. Committee member Baer felt this was an interesting "funky" building with great interior spaces and wide variety of historic architectural features. She generally supported the applicant's request. Committee member Breska felt this was generally a good solution and glass building connection did not bother her but felt the concrete block might be too contrasting. With the proper color, however, the concrete block might be okay. Committee member Landwehr liked the project and felt the neutral -appearing transition elevator building was appropriate to join the two historic buildings and was consistent with the Secretary's Standards. Other committee members agreed with above comments and on a motion by Committee member Landwehr, seconded by Committee member Baer, the Committee voted 7-0 to determine that the proposed addition is consistent with the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties and the Historic Preservation Program Guidelines, and will not impact the historic, architectural, or aesthetic significance of the Master List historic property provided that the following refinements are incorporated into the project. The project is hereby referred to the Community Development Director with a recommendation for approval with conditions to achieve specific design refinements, as follows: The color of the concrete block shall be selected to harmonize with the building's brick color, to the approval of the Community Development staff. 2. The Jacaranda tree adjacent to the building shall be preserved. 3. Applicant shall provide historic documentation of existing building conditions and architectural elements in the areas of the proposed work, to the approval of Community Development Department staff. CHC Meeting Minutes, November 27, 2006 Page 3 3. 1342 Breck Street; 1013, 1015, 1240, 1255, 1265, 1345 #17 Ella Street; 1672 Fairview and 2006, 2033 Swazey Street. CHC 94-04; Consideration of nominating properties in the East Railroad area to the Contributing Properties or Master List of Historical Resources; various zones; City of San Luis Obispo, applicant. Jeff Hook presented slides showing 26 individual properties in the "East Railroad Area" and explained the process for historic listing. He noted that the CHC had reviewed these properties earlier in the year and the CHC had directed staff to provide additional research and bring these properties back to the Committee for possible historic nomination. The Committee reviewed the slides and historic inventories for each property and took public testimony. Chairman Crotser opened the public hearing and several property owners of the candidate properties spoke. In response to property owners' questions, staff explained the benefits and requirements of historic listing and noted historic listing would not change a property's zoning nor preclude owners for maintaining, repairing, remodeling or adding onto historic properties provided that new work harmonized with and did not detract from the historic or architectural character of the original. Adam Stanford expressed concern about historic listing and said he and his mother would prefer not have their property listed. Steve and Eileen Sicanoff, owners of the historic Judge's House, stated they have been able to work with the City on property changes and improvements and felt property owners shouldn't fear listing; in their experience it was definitely beneficial. After discussing each property, on a motion by Committee member Pavlik, seconded by Committee member Breska, the Committe determined the following properties had architectural and/or historical significance and recommended the City Council add these properties to the Contributing Properties List: 1342 Breck Street; 1013, 1015, 1240, 1255, 1265, 1345 #17 Ella Street; 1672 Fairview Street; 1043, 1127, 1205, 1215, 1234, 1236 George Street; 1136, 1139, 1140, 1204 Iris Street; 1985, 2105 Johnson Avenue; 907, 2056 Rachel Street; 1908 Ruth Street; and 2006, 2033 Swazey Street. The motion carried, 7-0. On a motion by Committee member Baer, seconded by Committee member Wheeler, the Committee continued consideration of 1026 George Street for further study. The Community wanted to verify the building's exterior wall material and where the building was originally moved from. The motion carried, 7-0. DISCUSSION ITEM: 4. Mills Act Program Assessment. Review status of Mills Act Program for various properties throughout the City and review results of property owner survey; various zones; City of San Luis Obispo. CHC Meeting Minutes, November 27, 2006 Page 4 Cari Meyer presented the staff report and explained staff s methodology and findings in reviewing historic properties under Mills Act contracts with the City. She noted that with the exception of one property, all of the properties were in good condition with no major preservation concerns. The Stanton House, located at 752 Buchon Street, appeared to have roof and porch condition issues that needed repair. She also noted that survey results indicated property owners were pleased with the program and were meeting or exceeding the performance requirements in their contracts. Chairperson Crotser opened the public hearing and several owners of Mills Act properties spoke in support of the program, including Steve and Eileen Sicanoff (Judge's House), Dave Hannings (Hays/Latimer Adobe), Cathy Tait (Sandercock House), Mark Waters (Crosset House), Bob Schrage (Graves House), Bruce Hordes (Edward F. Bushnell House), Russ Berg (Lind House) and John Louch (George Miller House). Mr. Waters said his historical plaque needed replacement because the building's historic name was misspelled; and Mr. Berg requested a historic sign for the recently rehabilitated Lind House. Mr. Hook said he would have new signs made and get back with property owners. Mr. Hannings and Ms. Tait disagreed with the property condition notes in the staff report and explained recent repairs and their drought -tolerant landscape themes and asked that the report be corrected. Chairperson Crotser thanked Ms. Meyer for her excellent work and commended the property owners on their preservation efforts and commitment to the program, and asked staff to correct and clarify the staff report notes on the Sandercock House and Hays/Latimer Adobe as discussed. The report was received and filed. No further CHC action was necessary. The meeting adjourned at 9:15 p.m. to the regular meeting on Monday, December 18, 2006, at 5:30 p.m., in the Council Hearing Room, 990 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo. Submitted, Planner g/cd-plan/jh/chc/2006/chc I 1-25-06min MINUTES SAN LUIS OBISPO CULTURAL HERITAGE COMMITTEE Regular Meeting of Monday, December 18, 2006 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, Vice -Chairperson Barbara Breska, Dan Carpenter, Robert Pavlik, and Tom Wheeler. Absent: Committee members Sandy Baer and Lynn Landwehr. Staff: Jeff Hook, Senior Planner. MINUTES: On a motion by Committee member Wheeler, seconded by Committee member Carpenter, the Committee approved the November 27, 2006 minutes as amended on a 5-0 vote. PUBLIC COMMENT: Brandon McAdams expressed concerns about the lack of maintenance of the Camphor Trees lining Mill Street. He noted that the trees contribute to the character of the historic district and that they need regular maintenance and possibly, phased replacement to ensure the street's character is preserved. On a motion by Committee member Breska, seconded by Committee member Pavlik, the Committee directed staff to raise the issue of Mill Street Historic District street tree health and maintenance with the Tree Committee and City Council. The motion carried, 7-0. PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS: 1. 847, 861, 863, 877 Palm Street. and 955 Morro Street. ARC 69-05. Review proposed workscope and fieldwork plan for cultural resource investigation of the Chinatown Mixed - Use Project site in the Downtown Historic District; C -D -H zone. SLO Chinatown, LLC, applicant. (Pam Ricci) Wendy Nettles and Barry Price, consulting archaeologists with Applied Earthworks, described existing site conditions and challenges. CHC members supported the planned historical and archaeological study approach and asked the consultants to explain their public education and scheduling strategies. Mr. Price described their planned research and field methodology and noted that the Chinatown project development site is a large, complex and potentially rich site with multiple levels of archaeological deposits from different historical and prehistoric periods. To identify, evaluate, and if necessary, recover significant cultural resources, they planned to follow a "consolidated approach," as described in the scope of work included with the CHC staff report, an approach also used effectively for the Court Street development and Morro Parking Structure sites. Barry Price explained they would coordinate with the development team to allow sufficient time to fully evaluate the site prior to start of construction, and they would include CHC Meeting Minutes, December 18, 2006 Page 2 public information displays, tours and other methods to explain the process, finds and their significance. In response to Committee member Wheeler, Mr. Price said that a "research design" would be part of the project's environmental determination/mitigation, and it would describe survey methods in detail. Russel Hodin, a member of the public, asked Mr. Price if there would be an opportunity for "peer review" of the consolidated approach, and suggested that all Native American groups with any involvement with the site or the Old Mission be contacted for their input. Mr. Price said that peer review was part of the process, and that they were contacting Native American groups as suggested. He said he would be glad to present a lecture on their findings at the appropriate time and venue. All Committee members supported the proposal and thanked Ms. Nettles and Mr. Price for the presentation. 2. 2037 Santa Barbara Avenue. ARC MI 155-06; Review of a proposed commercial building with a restored residence used as a caretaker's quarters, located in the Railroad Historic District; C -S -H zone; Chad Brooks, applicant. (Brian Leveille) Jeff Hook presented the staff report. The applicant, Chad Brooks, and project architect, John Pryor, described the project. They explained the proposed building's exterior materials and architectural details were selected to look like a historic railroad depot. Mr. Brooks noted that he did not want to move the building forward on the lot, as called for in city historical and architectural design guidelines, due to difficulty in providing parking and the additional cost to move the house already on the lot (and proposed as the second story over a new building). Committee members lauded the project's historic design and the effort to recycle an older house, but noted the upper floor windows needed to reflect the "railroad vernacular" design of the lower floor windows. Committee members agreed that the building needed to move forward on the lot as called for by city policies to reflect the District's historic character and to promote a more walkable and attractive streetscape. They encouraged the applicant to explore the feasibility of shared driveways with either the neighbor to the north or south. Mr. John Brooks (father of applicant) described his property and changes to the Railroad District over time. He asked the Committee to support the request. On a motion by Committee member Wheeler, seconded by Committee member Breska, the Committee voted 5-0 to determine that the project was conditionally compatible with the Railroad Historic District and architectural guidelines provided changes are implemented to ensure the project will complement the District and to refer the project to the Community Development Director with these specific recommendations on changes to the proposed design: Upper floor window design and materials shall be consistent with the "railroad vernacular" window designs proposed on the lower floor. 2.. Placement of building on the site shall be consistent with the Railroad District Plan and with Community Design Guidelines. CHC Meeting Minutes, December 18, 2006 Page 3 The Committee thanked the applicant and encouraged him to study the possibility of a shared access and parking with adjacent lots. 3. 794 Buchon Street. ARCMI 173-06; Review of an addition and remodel to a non- contributing house in the Old Town Historic District; R -2-H zone; Scott and Barbara Radovich, applicants. (Jaime Hill) Jeff Hook presented the staff report, noting that the project involved an addition and remodel to a non-contributing house in the Old Town Historic District. He added that staff felt the proposed remodel appeared consistent with the historic character of the neighborhood and adjacent historic homes. Tom Brajkovich, architect, described the project and explained their intent to make the house more "vertical" in its design for neighborhood compatibility. He added the rear secondary unit would be clad with horizontal wood siding to match the main house, and the garage would have a "carriage type" sectional door. Owner Scott Radovich spoke in support of the request, and Chairperson Crotser read comments aloud from a neighbor, David Booker, 785 Buchon, voicing support for the project. Claire Clark, friend of the applicants, also supported the project. Committee members felt the house will be an attractive and compatible addition to the neighborhood. On a motion by Committee member Carpenter, seconded by Committee member Wheeler, the Committee voted 5-0 to determine that the proposed project was consistent with the Historic Preservation Program Guidelines and will be architecturally compatible with the Old Town Historic District. The Committee referred the project to the Community Development Director with direction to approve the project as submitted. COMMUNICATIONS: a. Agenda Forecast — staff Staff described two agenda items tentatively scheduled for the January 22, 2007 meeting: the Chinatown mixed-use project and demolition of four buildings at the Leitcher Apartments site, 667 Monterey Street. The meeting adjourned at 8:15 p.m. to the regular meeting on Monday, January 22, 2007, at 5:30 p.m., in the Council Hearing Room, 990 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo. Resnectfiilly Srnhmitt&d g/cd-p1an/jh/chc/2007/chc 12-18-06min