HomeMy WebLinkAboutCHC-1012-16 (ARCH-2947-2016 -- 1034 Church Street)CULTURAL HERITAGE COMMITTEE
RESOLUTION NO. CHC -1012-16
A RESOLUTION OF THE SAN LUIS OBISPO CULTURAL HERITAGE
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDING APPROVAL TO THE COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR OF TWO DWELLINGS IN A NEW TWO-
STORY BUILDING LOCATED BEHIND A RESIDENCE ON PROPERTY
THAT IS A CONTRIBUTING LIST HISTORIC RESOURCE IN THE
RAILROAD HISTORIC DISTRICT, WITHIN THE MEDIUM-HIGH
DENSITY RESIDENTIAL (R -3-H) ZONE WITH HISTORICAL
PRESERVATION OVERLAY, LOCATED AT 1034 CHURCH STREET
(ARCH -2947-2016)
WHEREAS, the applicant, Thomas Garris, filed an application on March 24, 2016, for
review of two dwellings in a new building at the rear of the lot at 1034 Church Street; and
WHEREAS, the Cultural Heritage Committee of the City of San Luis Obispo conducted
a public hearing in the Council Hearing Room of City Hall, 990 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo,
California, on May 23, 2016, for the purpose of reviewing the proposed two dwellings in a new
building at the rear of the lot at 1034 Church; and
WHEREAS, notices of said public hearings were made at the time and in the manner
required by law; and
WHEREAS, the Cultural Heritage Committee has duly considered all evidence,
including the testimony of the applicants, interested parties, and the evaluation and
recommendations by staff, presented at said hearing.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Cultural Heritage Committee of the
City of San Luis Obispo as follows:
SECTION 1. Findings. Based upon all the evidence, the Cultural Heritage Committee
makes the following findings:
1. The project is consistent with the Historic Preservation Program Guidelines. The
project is architecturally compatible with the historic character of the Railroad
Historic District, does not sharply contrast with, block public views of, or visually
detract from the historic architectural character of historically designated
structures, and retains and preserves character -defining features of historically
listed buildings.
2. The project is consistent with the Railroad District Plan. The new building's
rectilinear form, horizontal massing, sloping gabled roofline with overhangs and
brackets, wood -like cement fiber board siding, and grouping and arrangement of
wood -trimmed double -hung windows result in an architectural style consistent
with Plan guidelines.
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3. The project is consistent with the Secretary of Interior's Guidelines for the
Treatment of Historic Properties. The property continues to be used for its
historical use, and the project retains and preserves the distinctive materials,
features, and finishes that define the property's historical character.
4. The project is consistent with goals and policies of the General Plan's
Conservation and Open Space Policies. The new structure is designed in a manner
that protects the historical character of the property and the neighborhood.
SECTION 2. Environmental Review. This project is Categorically Exempt from the
California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) as described in § 15303 of the CEQA Guidelines
(New Construction of Small Structures). The project consists of the construction of a multi-
family structure with fewer than four dwelling units.
SECTION 3. Action. The Cultural Heritage Committee does hereby recommend that the
Community Development Director find the project consistent with the City's Historic
Preservation Ordinance, subject to the following conditions:
1. Windows. Windows used in the project shall be of high-quality materials. Vinyl
material that does not achieve the appearance of a high-quality material is not
acceptable. Window details shall be included in construction plans and include
manufacturer "cut -sheets" or physical samples, sufficient to enable evaluation of
compliance with this condition, to the satisfaction of the Community
Development Director.
2. Landscape Plan: The Landscape Plan submitted with plans for construction
permits shall include landscaping for the entire site, including the front yard area
around the existing residence.
On motion by Committee Member Larrabee, seconded by Committee Member Walthert, and on
the following roll call vote:
AYES: Committee Members Baer, Larrabee, Walthert, and Chair Hill
NOES: Committee Member Papp
REFRAIN: None.
ABSENT: Committee Member Kincaid and Vice -Chair Brajkovich
The foregoing resolution was passed and adopted this 23rd day of May, 2016.
Mian Lev itle, 9ccretary
Cultural Heritage Committee