HomeMy WebLinkAbout00-264 - Resolutions RESOLUTION NO. 00-264
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING
HISTORIC LANDMARK 00-03, DESIGNATING THE CHARLES
E. SMITH HOUSE A HISTORIC LANDMARK, LOCATED AT
9385 LOMITA AVENUE AND MAKING FINDINGS IN SUPPORT
THEREOF -APN: 202-082-34.
A. RECITALS.
1. Dave Rose has 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 December 13, 2000, the Historic Preservation Commission conducted a
duly noticed public hearing on the application.
3. On December 20, 2000, the City Council of the City of Rancho Cucamonga
considered said application.
4. All legal prerequisites to the adoption of this Resolution have occurred.
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 .17 acres of land, basically a
rectangular configuration, located 9385 Lomita Avenue.
3. Based upon substantial evidence presented to this Council on December 20,
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 a historic period of the early to mid
1900s when the community of Alta Loma was growing
and developing. This neighborhood was one of the
earliest tracts of homes.
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 retains the architectural character of the
Craftsman Period with the use of the double hung
casement style windows, as well as the abundant use of
wood on the exterior as a finishing material (shiplap
siding).
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Finding 3: The proposed Landmark is of greater age than most of its
kind.
Fact/s: The landmark eligible property is approximately 72 years
old. Built in 1928.
Finding 4: The proposed Landmark was connected with someone
renowned or important or a local personality.
Fact/s: The property was owned and built by Charles E. Smith,
the first pastor of the first church in the Alta Loma
Community.
Finding 5: The proposed Landmark is connected with a business or
use which was once common but is now rare.
Fact/s: This structure was used as the parsonage for the Pastor
Charles E. Smith of the Pilgrim Church.
b. Historic Architectural and Engineering Significance:
Finding 1: The construction materials or engineering methods
used in the proposed Landmark are unusual or
significant or uniquely effective.
Fact/s: The engineering methods, such as those use of knee
braces to support the additional porches, as well as the
abundant use of wood as an exterior structural covering,
are unique and not found in current construction and
engineering methods.
Finding 2: The overall effect of the design of the proposed
Landmark is beautiful, or its details and materials are
beautiful or unusual.
Fact/s: The wood used as an exterior structural covering and
the double hung wood casement style windows are
common design elements found ni Craftsman style
homes of the late 1920s.
c. Neighborhood and Geographic Setting:
Finding 1: The proposed Landmark materially benefits the historic
character of the neighborhood.
Facts: The immediate vicinity of Lomita Avenue and Amethyst
Avenue exhibits an abundance of historical resources.
The type of resources range form such potential local
landmarks as Relph's Garage, the Relph Home, the
Derfer House, the George Klusman House and such
designated landmarks as the Alta Loma Fire Hall, the
Henry Albert Building, and the Emory—Allen House.
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4. 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, per Article 19, Section
15308.
5. 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, that the City Council of the City of
Rancho Cucamonga hereby approves on the 20th day of December, 2000, of
Landmark Application.
6. The Mayor of this Council shall certify to the adoption of this Resolution.
PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED this 20`h day of December 2000.
AYES: Alexander, Biane, Curatalo, Dutton, Williams
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAINED: None
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William J. Ales der, ayor
ATTEST:
Debra J. Adam MC, City Clerk
1, 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 20`h day of December 2000.
Executed this 21" day of December, at Rancho Cucamonga, California.
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D bra J. Ada MC, City Clerk