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HomeMy WebLinkAbout08-28-2017 CHC Minutes Minutes CULTURAL HERITAGE COMMITTEE Monday, August 28, 2017 Regular Meeting of the Cultural Heritage Committee CALL TO ORDER A Regular Meeting of the San Luis Obispo Cultural Heritage Committee was called to order on Monday, August 28, 2017 at 5:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers, located at 990 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo, California, by Chair Papp. ROLL CALL Present: Committee Members Sandy Baer, Thom Brajkovich, Damon Haydu, Craig Kincaid, Glen Matteson, Vice-Chair Shannon Larrabee, and Chair James Papp Absent: None Staff: Senior Planner Brian Leveille, Assistant Planner Walter Oetzell, Contract Planner Emily Creel, and Recording Secretary Jennifer Hooper APPROVAL OF MINUTES Consideration of Minutes of the Regular Cultural Heritage Committee Meeting of July 24, 2017 and Special Meeting of August 14, 2017: ACTION: UPON MOTION BY COMMITTEE MEMBER BEAR, SECONDED BY COMMITTEE MEMBER KINCAID, CARRIED BY A 7-0 CONSENSUS, the Cultural Heritage Committee approved the Minutes of the Regular Cultural Heritage Committee Meeting of July 24, 2017 as presented. ACTION: UPON MOTION BY COMMITTEE MEMBER BEAR, SECONDED BY COMMITTEE MEMBER KINCAID, CARRIED BY A 7-0 CONSENSUS, the Cultural Heritage Committee approved the Minutes of the Regular Cultural Heritage Committee Special Meeting of August 14, 2017, as amended: Page 3: Clarify Committee Member who motioned Agenda Item 2, “MOTION BY COMMITTEE MEMBER MATTESON…” PUBLIC COMMENT None. Minutes – Cultural Heritage Committee Meeting of August 28, 2017 Page 2 --End of Public Comment-- PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS 1. 862 ISLAY STREET. ARCH-0852-2017; Construction of a new garage and utility building to replace an existing non-historic garage (to be demolished) at the rear of property designated as a Contributing List Historic Resource in the Old Town Historic District (Exempt from environmental review); R-2-H zone; Jerry & Kim Scott, applicants. Associate Planner Walter Oetzell provided a PowerPoint presentation. Applicant Representative, Ken Haggard, Architect, made a brief presentation and provided a visual guide for Committee Members. He subsequently responded to Committee Member inquiries. Public Comment None. --End of Public Comment-- Committee Members discussed the project. ACTION: UPON MOTION BY COMMITTEE MEMBER LARRABEE, SECONDED BY COMMITTEE MEMBER BRAJKOVICH, CARRIED BY A 7-0 CONSENSUS, to adopt a Resolution entitled, “A Resolution of the San Luis Obispo Cultural Heritage Committee finding the demolition of an accessory structure and its replacement with a new garage and utility building on a contributing list property at 862 Islay Street to be consistent with the City’s Historic Preservation Ordinance and with the Secretary Of The Interior Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties (ARCH-0852-2017).” 2. 12165 AND 12393 LOS OSOS VALLEY ROAD. SPEC-0143-2017; Conceptual review of plans for the multiple structures comprising the Froom Ranch Historic Complex, in association with the Froom Ranch Specific Plan; Madonna on LOVR Specific Plan Area 3; John Madonna, applicant. Contract Planner Emily Creel provided a PowerPoint presentation and responded to Committee inquiries. Applicant Representatives, Pam Ricci and Victor Montgomery of RRM Design Group, and Robert Chattel of Chattel, Inc., provided a PowerPoint presentation and responded to Committee inquiries. Applicant, John Madonna, provided brief commentary. Minutes – Cultural Heritage Committee Meeting of August 28, 2017 Page 3 Public Comment Resident, Neil Havlik commented that he appreciated the study effort that has gone into the structures, but does not support the concept. He stated the historic preservation effort is part of a much larger effort and is in the context of other policies and that the concept falls short since development is proposed above 150 feet, the Urban Reserve Line, and is inconsistent with policies to protect and enhance Froom Creek. He stated that the rural character of the historic complex would be impacted since development would be right around the complex and would be next to a busy street. Mr. Havlik stated that the applicant’s request to go above 150 feet could be justified as a public amenity if the complex were moved higher up the hill to provide a setting that is less busy and would protect the rural character while also providing access to the trailhead. He stated that the relocation of the complex should be integrated with other City policies and be informed by the EIR analysis. --End of Public Comment-- Chair Papp asked for clarification on the project alternative analysis in the EIR which includes an “actionable alternative” for keeping development below the 150 foot elevation within the existing URL. Emily Creel responded that the Council-authorized initiation included direction to include the alternative to evaluate development below 150 feet. Committee Member Larrabee summarized the CHC’s purview to provide feedback and commented that the buildings are clearly in bad shape and that previously the CHC focused on the Dairy Barn and the more significant features. She commented that she appreciated the direction of the project in keeping the spacing of the structures, and that is a respectful reimagining of the structures and the plan helps ensure they will be utilized for years to come. Committee Member Baer stated that the revised plan from the previous conceptual review was much improved and progress has been made although there are still issues. She noted concerns about integrity with moving the buildings. She liked the open arbor plan for the house end of the creamery. Committee Member Brajkovich commended the applicants for the revised plan. And he stated agreement with the three most significant structures being retained. He noted the common features with other farm complexes and how changes are made to accommodate. He wanted to wait for EIR analysis and peer review to provide final comments. He stated he appreciates the proposed new location due to easy access from LOVR and proximity to trailhead. Committee Member Matteson noted he was not on the CHC during previous review but he thought that the response appeared adequate. He stated that he would not support moving the historic complex above the 150 foot elevation line and that keeping development below the urban reserve line is very important. He also inquired on a motion to endorse the general Minutes – Cultural Heritage Committee Meeting of August 28, 2017 Page 4 proposal of the historic complex but that it does not include endorsement of the overall project proposal. Chair Papp noted that the CHC’s was being asked for conceptual feedback and asked staff whether the CHC should pass a formal motion. Brian Leveille noted that based on the current discussion it would be possible to just take the CHC’s comments into account in the minutes and move forward. Committee Member Kincaid appreciated the response to previous CHC comments and noted that he thought Neil Havlik’s comments were important and should be considered in future discussions. Committee Member Haydu also said he thought Neil Havlik’s comments were important. He also stated he really wants to see the EIR, peer review, and technical studies. He brought up the importance of cumulative impact analysis of impacts to historic complexes. Committee Member Papp referenced the Long-Bonetti Ranch project which was considered significant as a ranch complex and that in this case for Froom Ranch there were individually significant buildings and significance as a complex. He noted that with Dalidio there was an issue with setting but because the agricultural buildings were going to be moved next to the agriculture area and would not be surrounded by development that they would be able to retain their setting. He commended the applicant for focusing on the most historically significant buildings and retaining their configuration. He noted his concern that the buildings will lose their setting as a ranch complex with their proposed location adjacent to development and that there are options to preserve the setting by relocating the complex in a location that would preserve the rural character. Chair Papp stated the granary is also important to understanding the function of the dairy. John Madonna, applicant, said the granary was for planting and is not feed for the dairy. In response to John Madonna’s question, Chair Papp explained the ranch could be moved slightly higher close to the existing location to preserve the rural character and be closer to the existing trailhead. He explained that it shouldn’t be a huge expense to also preserve the granary and that it is relevant. Chair Papp noted he thought that the proposal would impact its ability to qualify for the National Register. Committee Member Haydu noted his experience with similar projects and that loss of contributing elements may have an impact on its eligibility. Chair Papp noted that all of the things said by different Committee Members should be adequate for staff and the applicants and asked if staff could sum up the feedback or if single direction would be preferred. Brian Leveille stated he heard some helpful comments that could go into the EIR analysis for cultural resources and that there was general support for the proposal to move through the review Minutes – Cultural Heritage Committee Meeting of August 28, 2017 Page 5 process and the CHC had provided some helpful suggestions for elements that could be included in the project and alternatives to explore which may be feasible. Chair Papp confirmed that he also heard from the CHC that there was general discomfort with making a commitment without the EIR. Emily Creel confirmed that it was understood the CHC’s feedback is support in moving the proposal forward into the EIR process and that there could be changes in the CHC’s evaluation based on the analysis in the EIR. COMMENT AND DISCUSSION 1. Appointment of a subcommittee to assist staff in the preparation of ministerial review criteria for accessory dwelling units on historic properties and in historic districts and explore the scope of needed updates to the Historic Preservation Program Guidelines. Committee Members: Chair JAMES PAPP Committee Member DAMON HAYDU Committee Member GLEN MATTESON 2. Agenda Forecast & Staff Updates Senior Planner Leveille provided an agenda forecast. ADJOURNMENT The meeting was adjourned at 7:43 p.m. The next Regular Cultural Heritage Committee meeting is scheduled for Monday, September 25, 2017 at 5:30 p.m., in the Council Hearing Room, 990 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo, California. APPROVED BY THE CULTURAL HERITAGE COMMITTEE: 10/23/2017