HomeMy WebLinkAboutCHC-1003-18 (ARCH-1236-2018 -- 679 Monterey Street)CULTURAL HERITAGE COMMITTEE
RESOLUTION NO. 1003-2018
A RESOLUTION OF THE SAN LUIS OBISPO CULTURAL HERITAGE COMMITTEE
RECOMMENDING TO THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR
APPROVAL OF A NEW DWELLING IN A NEW TWO-STORY BUILDING, A DECK
ADDITION TO THE PRIMARY STRUCTURE, AND RENOVATION OF A PORTION
OF A DETACHED ACCESSORY STRUCTURE (GARAGE) ON PROPERTY THAT IS
A CONTRIBUTING LIST HISTORIC RESOURCE IN THE DOWNTOWN HISTORIC
DISTRICT, LOCATED AT 679 MONTEREY STREET (ARCH -1236-2017)
WHEREAS, the applicant, Bill Walter, filed an application on November 11, 2017, for
review of a new dwelling in a new two-story building at the rear of the lot at 679 Monterey Street,
addition of a deck to the primary structure on the property, and minor modifications to a small
detached accessory structure (garage); 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 21, 2018, for the purpose of reviewing the proposed new dwelling and minor
modifications; 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 for
architecturally compatible development on historic properties and in historic
districts (HPPG 3.2.1 & 3.2.2). The project is architecturally compatible with the
historic character of the Downtown 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 Secretary of Interior's Guidelines for the
Treatment of Historic Properties, in particular Standards 5 and 9 for Rehabilitation.
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
Resolution No. 1003-2018
ARCH -1236-2017 (679 Monterey)
Page 2
historical character. No character -defining features are destroyed or obscured, the
new work is differentiated from the old, and is compatible with the historic
materials, size, scale, proportion, and massing of the primary structure on the
property.
3. The project is consistent with goals and policies of the General Plan's Conservation
and Open Space Policies, particularly Policy 3.3.4 (Changes to historic buildings).
The new structure is designed in a manner that protects the historical character of
the property and the neighborhood. It is constructed using fiber -cement board that
is compatible in appearance and texture with the wood siding of the historic primary
structure, and employs window patterns and detailing that echo, but do not attempt
to mimic or rival those of the primary structure. The materials used for the deck
addition and garage facade renovation are consistent with the wood material of the
primary structure.
Section 2. Environmental Review. This project is Categorically Exempt from the
California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). It consists of the construction of one new dwelling
in an urbanized area, as described in CEQA Guidelines § 15303 (New Construction of Small
Structures), and minor repair and alteration of existing structures, as described in CEQA
Guidelines § 15301 (Existing Facilities).
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. Conformance to a raved plans. Final project design and construction drawings
submitted for building permits shall be in substantial compliance with the plans
approved by this application, and with all conditions of approval. A separate full-
size sheet shall be included in plans submitted for permits, listing all conditions of
project approval. Reference shall be made in the margin of the listed conditions as
to where in plans requirements are addressed. Any change to approved design,
colors, materials, landscaping or other conditions of approval must be reviewed and
approved by the Community Development Director.
2. Colors and materials. Plan submitted for permits to complete this project shall
clearly depict and describe all materials and colors, including siding, roofing,
windows, and decorative trim, and the dimensions of windows, including window
frames and mullions, lintels, sills, surrounds, recesses, trim, and other related
window features, shall be clearly indicated, to the satisfaction of the Community
Development Director.
3. Archaeological monitoring. The applicant shall provide an archeological
monitoring plan prepared by a City -qualified Registered Professional Archeologist
to be implemented during construction. Consistent with Section 4.60 of the
Archaeological Resource Preservation Program Guidelines, the plan shall include
Resolution No. 1003-2018
ARCH -1236-2017 (679 Monterey)
Page 3
a site-specific historic context based on sufficient archival background research to
predict the nature and location of archaeological deposits on the property. It shall
specify methods and procedures for identifying those deposits during construction;
standards for assessing the significance and integrity of any deposits so identified;
and methods and procedures for mitigating impacts on significant deposits. The
plan also shall identify the qualified professional who will conduct the monitoring
and circumstances where a Native American tribal representative or qualified site
monitor may be required. The plan shall be submitted as a part of the building
permit application.
On motion by Committee Member Larrabee, seconded by Committee Member Haydu, and on
the following roll call vote:
AYES: Baer, Haydu, Larrabee, Papp
NOES: (none)
REFRAIN: (none)
ABSENT: Brajkovich, Kincaid, Matteson
The foregoing resolution was passed and adopted this 21 St day of May, 2018.
- Z_ 114 9 0�
Brian Leveill , Secretary
Cultural Heritage Committee