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HomeMy WebLinkAbout03-243 - Resolutions RESOLUTION NO. 03-243 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING DRC2003-00574, DESIGNATING THE TOEWS HOUSE A HISTORIC LANDMARK, LOCATED AT 5550 ARCHIBALD AVENUE, AND MAKING FINDINGS IN SUPPORT THEREOF — APN: 1061-571-09 A. RECITALS. 1. The City of Rancho Cucamonga filed an application for a Landmark as described in the title of this Resolution. Hereinafter in this Resolution, the subject Landmark is referred to as "the application." 2. On August 13, 2003, the Historic Preservation Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga conducted a duly noticed public hearing on the application. 3. On September 17, 2003, the City Council held their meeting and approved Landmark Designation DRC2003-00574. 4. All legal prerequisites to the adoption of this Resolution have occurred. B. RESOLUTION. NOW, THERFORE, it is hereby found, determined and resolve by the Historic Preservation Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga as follows: 1. This Council hereby specifically finds that all of the facts set forth in the Recitals, Part"A", of this Resolution are true and correct. 2. The application and designation applies to approximately 4.30 acres of land, basically a square configuration, located 5550 Archibald Avenue, and includes the following elements: The Toews residence, barn, three remnant Eucalyptus windrows, and numerous random trees scattered throughout the property, a partially developed Edison substation with block walls, empty water retention basin, and stone retaining walls. 3. As part of Landmark Alteration DRC2003-00575, the home will be relocated to a new lot (Lot 19) to be created by the proposed Tentative Tract map SUBTT16430. The home will be plotted facing north, rather than its current south facing orientation. Relocation of the home will include installation of hardscape, landscaping, walls and fences, and interior improvements as necessary to make the house habitable. Resolution No. 03-243 Page 2 of 4 4. Based upon substantial evidence presented to this Council during the above- referenced meeting on September 17, 2003, including written and oral staff reports, and pursuant to Section 2.24.090 of the Rancho Cucamonga Municipal Code, this Council hereby makes the following findings and facts: a. Historical and Cultural Significance: Finding 1: The proposed landmark is particularly representative of an historical period, type, style, region or way of life. Fact/s: The residence is an excellent example of the residences built during the early settlement years of the Alta Loma community and the once flourishing citrus and grape growing industries. Finding 2: The proposed landmark is an example of a type of building that was once common but is now rare. Fact/s: The residence is indicative of the style and design used by the prevalent, but now rare, rural grove and vineyard houses. Finding 3: The proposed landmark is of greater age than most of its kind. Fact/s: The intact home was built in the late 1890's and is approximately 108 to 112 years old. Finding 4: The proposed landmark was connected with someone renowned or important or a local personality. Fact/s: The home was originally built by William Whitfield for his daughter Lee and her husband Fredrick Haag. The Haags sold the home and surrounding property to Abraham and Anna Toews. All three families were instrumental in the citrus and grape industries and in the settlement of Alta Loma (formally loamosa). Finding 5: The proposed landmark is connected with a business or use, which was once a common business and use for land in the Rancho Cucamonga area. Fact/s: The home is reminiscent of the citrus and grape industries and ranching that was once a common business and use for land in the Rancho Cucamonga area. Resolution No. 03-243 Page 3 of 4 b. Historic Architectural and Engineering Significance: Finding 1: The construction materials or engineering methods used in the proposed landmark are unusual, significant, or uniquely effective. Fact/s: The construction materials and engineering methods recall the use of details and craftsmanship that was once common, but is now rare. The Toews Residence is a two-story, "saltbox" shaped structure of Classical Revival design, as well as masonry construction that was popular circa 1905. The home is made primarily of painted wood siding with a raised river rock footing. The home has a number of square and rectangular shaped windows with wood mullions and surrounds. The home is painted entirely white in color. Finding 2: The overall effect of the design of the proposed landmark is particularly beautiful, and its details and materials are beautiful and/or unusual. Fact/s: The "saltbox" shape, amount of wood siding, and large bay window on the front of the home add to the beauty and uniqueness of the proposed landmark. The features are not commonly found in residential construction today. c. Neighborhood and Geographic Setting: Finding 1: The proposed landmark materially benefits the historic character of the neighborhood. Facts: The Toews Residence is one of the oldest surviving residences built in Alta Loma. The home enhances the historic character of the community, which includes the historic Demens-Tolstoy house directly to the north and the Grandma Isaac house directly to the west. 5. This Council hereby finds that the project has been reviewed and considered in compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act of 1970, as landmark designations are exempt under CEQA, Section 15331 as a Class 31 exemption (historical resource/restoration/rehabilitation). 6. Based upon the findings and conclusions set forth in paragraphs 1, 2, 3, and 4 above, this Council hereby resolves that pursuant to Chapter 2.24 of the Rancho Cucamonga Municipal Code, approves on the 17`h day of September, 2003, Landmark Designation DRC2003-00574, subject to the following conditions: Resolution No. 03-243 Page 4 of 4 Planning Division: 1) All Conditions of Approval from Landmark Alteration Permit DRC2003-00574 shall apply, to the satisfaction of the City Planner. 7. The Secretary to this Council shall certify to the adoption of this Resolution. PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED this 17`h day of September 2003. AYES: Alexander, Gutierrez, Howdyshell, Kurth, Williams NOES: None ABSENT: None ABSTAINED: None r� L illiam J. eAer, or ATTEST: L Debra J. Ad s, CMC, City Clerk I, DEBRA J. ADAMS, CITY CLERK of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, California, do hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution was duly passed, approved and adopted by the City Council of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, California, at a Regular Meeting of said City Council held on the 17`" day of September 2003. Executed this 18`" day of September 2003, at Rancho Cucamonga, California. D bra J. Adam MC, City Clerk