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HomeMy WebLinkAbout96-127 - ResolutionsRESOLUTION NO. 96-127 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, RECOMMENDING APPROVAL OF HISTORIC LANDMARK 96-02 TO DESIGNATE THE PALMER RANCH, LOCATED AT 5708 HELLMAN AVENUE, AS A LANDMARK AND MAKING FINDINGS IN SUPPORT THEREOF - APN: 1061-761-07. A. Recitals. 1. Marie and John Barna have 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 July 10, 1996, the Historic Preservation Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga conducted a duly noticed public hearing on the application. occurred. All legal prerequisites to the adoption of this Resolution have B. Resolution. NOW, THEREFORE, it is hereby found, determined, and resolved by the Historic Preservation Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga as follows: 1. This Commission 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 applies to approximately 1.31 acres of land, basically a rectangle configuration, located at 5708 Hellman Avenue. 3. Based upon substantial evidence presented to this Commission during the above-referenced public hearing on July 10, 1996, including written and oral staff reports, together with public testimony, and pursuant to Section 2.24.090 of the Rancho Cucamonga Municipal Code, this Commission hereby makes the following findings and facts: a. Historical and Cultural Significance: Finding 1: The proposed landmark is particularly representative of an historic period, type, style, region, or way of life. Fact/s: The property identifies an historic period of the early 1900s when groves and vineyard production was at its peak in the Alta Loma Community and the region. The residence is an example of the Craftsman Architecture prevalent at the turn of the century. Resolution No. 96-127 Page 2 Finding 2: The proposed landmark is an example of a type of building which was once common but is now rare. Fact/s: The residence and garage/barn retain the architectural character of the Craftsman period, which was a predominate development type at the turn of the century. Finding 3: The proposed landmark is of greater age than most of its kind. Fact/s: The landmark-eligible property is 81 years old and an example of Craftsman architecture. Finding 4: The proposed landmark was connected with someone renowned or important or a local personality. Fact/s: The house was built by Ernest J. and Carrie Palmer. The Palmers had a long established involvement in employing local residents in the grape vineyard and dried fruit industries. Finding 5: The proposed landmark is connected with a business or use which was once common but is now rare. Fact/s: The residence and garage/barn are indicative of the style and design used by the once prevalent but now rare rural grove and farm houses. b. Historic Architectural and Engineering Significance. Finding 1: The overall effect of the design of the proposed landmark is beautiful or its details and materials are beautiful or unusual. Fact/s: The Craftsman style is preserved and artfully incorporated into the residence with such features as front and rear porches, rafter bracing details, and site orientation. c. Neighborhood and Geographic Setting. Finding 1: The proposed landmark materially benefits the historic character of the neighborhood. Fact/s: The vicinity of Hellman and Wilson Avenues exhibits one other historical resource, the G. P. Ledig Residence. The proposed landmark contributes to the variety and historical continuity of the neighborhood. Finding 2: The proposed landmark, in its location, represents an established and familiar visual feature of the neighborhood, community, or city. Resolution No. 96-127 Page 3 Fact/s: The residence and its mature landscaping represent a significant identifiable feature along Hellman Avenue and thereby contributes to the entire neighborhood. 4. This Commission 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, per Article 19, Section 15306. 5. Based upon the findings and conclusions set forth in paragraphs 1, 2, 3, and 4 above, this Commission hereby resolves that pursuant to Chapter 2.24 of the Rancho Cucamonga Municipal Code, that the Historic Preservation Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga hereby recommends approval on the 10th day of July 1996, of the Landmark Application. 6. The Chairman of this Commission shall certify to the adoption of this Resolution. PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED this 4th day of September, 1996. Alexander, Biane, Curatalo, Gutierrez, Williams AYES: NOES: None ABSENT: None illiam J¢lexan(]er,/~ayor ATTEST: 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 4th day of Septeber, 1996. Executed this 5th day of September, 1996, at Rancho Cucamonga, California.