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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1991/02/07 - Agenda Packet ~9 c~c.~, '~b ~ ~ HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AGENDA Z977 RANCH0. CUCN~0NGA C~YZC CBTER ~ CZYIC CENTB DRZVE ~CH0 C~GA, C~ZF~NIA [. Pledge of Allegiance II. Ro]] C;~ss~one~ A~ne~ Com~ss~one~ Banks Com~ss~one~ B~ngs ~ Chairman Schm~d~ Com~ ss~ one~ Cooper Z~Z. ~rova] of N~nu~s Decembe~ 6, ~990 H~s~oHc P~ese~va~on Co~ss~on H~nu~es January 3, ~99~ H~s~oHc P~ese~vat~on Com~ss~on M~nu~es IV. ~ ~siness - ~~.~~ LECTZ~ OF CHAIRMAN V. 01 d ~si ness ~~~ ~~SERVAT~ON ORDINANCE SUB-CO~ZTTEE UPDATE - Oral Report ~'~~ B' ~ EXTENSION EIR/EZS Vl. Oi rector' s R~orts ~'~ D LOCAL SZTES ~P~TED BY ROUTE 30 ~TENSZON - Oral Report (Staff ~~ Report to be D~st~buted at ~eet~ng) VIZ. C~issi~ ~siness ~ E. ~Z~AL YE~ 1991-1992 BUDGET REVZE~: GOALS ~D ~0~ PR~R~ ~ ~ORKSHOP, PART Z F. ~ARCH ~EETZNG - PREVZEH V111. ~nounc~nts G. CALZFORNIA PRESERVATZON FOUNDATION CONFERENCE IX. ~bl ic C~ents Th~s ~s the t~me and place for the general public to address the Co~ss~on. Ztems to be d~scussed here a~e those which do not al ~eady appea~ on th~ s agenda. X. ~ourment CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA HISTORIC PRESERVATION COr~ISSION MINUTES Regular Meeting December 6, 1990 Chairman Bob Schmidt called the Regular Meeting of the City of Rancho Cucamonga Historic Preservation Comission to order at 7:00 p.m. The meeting was held at Lions Park ~o1~~---Ce~-~_..91~ ..... Base Line Road, Rancho Cucamonga, California. Chairman Schmidt then led the'~l~'~falT~giance. ROLL CALL COMMISSIONERS: PRESENT: Melicent Arner, Gene Billings, Ada Cooper, Alan Haskvitz, Steven Preston, Bob Schmidt. COMMISSIONERS: ABSENT: Marsha Banks STAFF PRESENT: Anthea Hartig, Associate Planner Larry Henderson, Principal Planner; Shelley Petrelli, Secretary ***** APPROVAL OF MINUTES MOTION: Moved by Billings, seconded by Preston, carried unanimously 6-0-! to approve the Historic Preservation Commission minutes of the November 1, 1990. PUBLIC HEARINGS A. LANDMARK DESIGNATION 90-03 - CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA - Consideration of an application to designate the Guidera Winery, located at 12737, 12743, 12777 Foothill Boulevard, as an Historic Landmark - APN: 229-031-08. B. LANDMARK DESIGNATION 90-05 - ROUTE 66 FILLING STATION AND RESTAURANT - CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA - Consideration of an application to designate 12811 Foothill Boulevard as either an Historic Landmark or an Historic Point of Interest - APN: 229-031-12. C. LANDMARK DESIGNATION 90-06 - CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA - Consideration of an application to designate the site and/or house located at 1280] Foothill Boulevard as either an Historic Landmark or an Historic Point of Interest - APN: 229-031-09. HPC MINUTES -1- DECEMBER 6, 1991 Anthea Hartig, Assistant Planner, presented the combined staff report for the Items A, B, and C as they were related items. Following the presentation of the staff report, a video tape of the sites was shown. Chairman Schmidt opened the public hearing. Joe Guidera Jr. gave historical information on the families and sites. He stated that his father, Joe Guidera, along with Joe and Nick DiCarlo, came to the United States in 1914 and settled on Rochester Avenue originally. They purchased the house and land on Foothill in 1927 or 1928 and started their winery. The winery operated until 1968 before it shut down. Commissioner Preston asked for the families' personal opinion of landmarking the property. Mr. Guidera responded he felt it would be a nice legacy to his father and also the era, and he would favor the landmark status. Commissioner Preston asked what the current status of the proposed shopping center was. Scott Murphy, Associate Planner, responded that staff was just beginning the initial stages of review. He also comnented it was possible that an Environmental Impact Report may be required. Chairman Schmidt closed the public hearing. Ms. Hartig commented that the conmnunity was outstanding and should be remembered. She recommended staff return to the January 3, 1991 HPC meeting with a resolution that contains specific mitigations designating the entire site as a Point of Interest. The mitigations would include an oral history program of the families; the commissioning of public art that thematically pertains to the families, culture, and area; full architectural documentation of the remaining structures; and that issuance of demolition permits be prohibited until building permits were obtained for the project. Commissioner Arner suggested naming streets, buildings, etc. after historic people from the area. )Ir. Henderson suggested the Commission could recommend advertising one or more of the craftsman houses for sale and relocation. Con~nissioner Haskvitz requested the item be continued to the next regularly scheduled meeting. Chairman Schmidt re-opened the public hearing. MOTION: Moved Haskvitz, seconded by Billings, carried unanimously 6-0-t, to continue this item until the January 3, 1991 Historic Preservation Commission meeting in order that staff may return with a revised resolution which includes the following mitigation measures: Point of Historic Interest designation; oral history project; public art, full architectural documentation; no demolition until building permits are issued; use of historic names on project buildings; and offer one or more of the historic structures for sale. HPC MINUTES -2- DECEMBER 6, 1991 ***** OLD BUSINESS D. MUNICIPAL ARCHIVES UPDATE - Oral Report Anthea Hartig, Assistant Planner, stated that the final draft of the Municipal Archive Manual is complete and will be presented for revi~ and comment to the Commission at the Janua~ 3, 1991 Historic Preservation Commission meeting. Commissioner Haskvitz requested a letter be sent to Sam Maloof regarding his offer to donate a piece of his joinery for the archives. ***** E. CUCAMONGA COUNTY WATER DISTRICT/ASSOCIATED TELEPHONE COMPANY EXCHANGF. BUILDING UPDATE - Oral Report Anthea Hartig, Assistant Planner, stated she spoke with George Blanchard regarding the underground tunnel in Redhill. The tunnel traverses north to south from Base Line and follows the contours of Red Hill; the small concrete building above the Sycamore Village site is the outlet for the pipeline. She further commented that until 1955 the Water District and the San Antonio Water Company used the tunnel on a regular basis. The pumping of water by the Water Company has been discontinued because of the existing drought conditions; however, water still drains from the pipeline continuously into the stormdrain under the Sycamore Inn. Ms. Hartig commented that she has (nformed the project planner for Sycamore Village of the water drainage situation so he may instruct the project architects to take this problem into consideration. Ms. Hartig informed the Commission that she had also spoken to Mr. Blanchard regarding the concrete block addition to the Associated Telephone Company Exchange Building. The structure will be approximately 3 to 4 feet high and used to store concrete and sand for on-site construction. ***** F. ROUTE 30 EXTENSION REVIEW - Oral Report Anthea Hartig, Assistant Planner, stated she had the letter prepared to CalTrans requesting the Environmental Impact Study for the Route 30 Extension. Ms. Hartig commented she walked the site of the Goerlitz house {El Rancho Grande Wedding Chapel) with CalTrans Engineers and Planners as they tried to determine how the rights-of-way, the old trees,, and the vegetation of the site would be effected by the Route 30 Extension. She further explained that CalTrans would be having another on-site meeting to discuss the possibility of saving some of these historical features from destruction. Larry Henderson, Principal Planner, informed the Commission that Paul Rougeau of the Engineering Department would be the City's official representative for negotiations on the Route 30 Extension. HPC MINUTES -3- DECEMBER 6, 1991 NEW BUSINESS Commissioner Haskvitz asked about the progress of the Heritage Park Historic Wal kway Project. Ms. Hartig stated she would check into it. ***** Con~issioner Preston raised the point that the Commmission is sometimes as~<ed during the public hearing process to make recommendations on Landmark status of certain properties without adequate information. He felt that the Commission should be reviewing potential projects only after a complete Environmental Study or a determination of completeness on the application had been completed. Larry Henderson, Principal Planner, answered that he and Anthea were in the process of training the Current Planning project management staff to do the initial analysis and prepare reports for the Historic Preservation Commission. He stated this should be "on-line" as of the first of the year. Commissioner Haskvitz suggested putting this issue on the next agenda. The Commi ssi on agreed. DIRECTOR 'S REPORTS There were no Director's Reports to present. ***** COMMISSION BUSINESS There was no Commission Business to present. ANN OUNC EMENTS Chairman Schmidt announced the annual Casa de Rancho tour on December 7 and 8. PUBLIC COMMENTS There were no Public Comments presented. ** ADJOURNMENT The Historic Preservation Commission adjourned at 8:48 PM. Respectful ly submitted, Shel 1 ey A. Petrel 1 i HPC MINUTES -4- DECEMBER 6, 1991 CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION MINUTES Regular Meeting January 3, 1991 Chairman Bob Schmidt called the Regular Meeting of the City of Rancho Cucamonga Historic Preservation Commission to order at 7:00 p.m. The meeting was held at Rancho Cucamonga Civic Center, 10500 Civic Center Drive, Rancho Cucamonga, California. Chairman Schmidt then led the pledge of allegiance. ROLL CALL COMMISSIONERS: PRESENT: Melicent Arner, Marsha Banks, Gene Billings, Alan Haskvitz, Steven Preston, Bob Schmidt COMMISSIONERS: ABSENT: Ada Cooper STAFF PRESENT: Anthea Hartig, Associate Planner; Larry Henderson, Principal Planner; , , , , , Shelley Petrelli, Secretary PUBLIC HEARING A. CONTINUED PUBLIC HEARINGS FOR LANDMARK DESIGNATIONS 90-03, 90-05, AND 90-06 - Resolution recommending designation of the project site of the proposed Foothill Marketplace as an Historic Point of Interest with mitigations -- Point of Interest Designation 91-01: The Campanella, Guidera, and DiCarlo homes and vineyards located at 12573, 12601, 12617, 12675, 12705, 12743, 12777, 12801, 12807, 12811, 12821, and 12881 Foothill Boulevard, APN: 229-031-03 through 13. Anthea Hartig, Associate Planner, stated she had no additional findings as this item was continued from last month and asked the Commissioners to comment on the mitigation measures listed in the Resolution of Approval. Commissioner Banks felt that the wine industry in the community had not been given enough significance and suggested the project owner make a substantial contribution to reconstruct the Chaffey-Garcia barn {which will be a Local Landmark upon its completion) to house, display, and document 1 ocal wine industry artifacts and the local Etiwanda wine industry. MOTION: Moved by Banks, seconded by Preston, unanimously carried by a 6-0-1 vote, to add a mitigation measure, Condition No. 7, to the Resolution of Approval stating that the project owner shall make a contribution, not to exceed $100,000, to establish a fund for the reconstruction of a 2,000 square HPC MINUTES - 1 - JANUARY 3, 1991 foot barn at the site of the City-owned Chaffey-Garcia house where local wine industry artifacts will be documented and displayed. The said funds shall be donated prior to the issuance of demolition permits. The design of said structure shall follow the design of the original Chaffey-Garcia barn and the execution shall be subject to the review and approval of the Historic Preservation Commission in the form a Landmark Alteration Permit. AYES: COMMISSIONERS: ARNER, BILLINGS, BANKS, HA~VITZ, PRESTON, ~HMIDT NOES: COMMISSIONERS: NONE ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS: COOPER --carried MOTION: Moved by Banks, seconded by Preston, unanimously carried by a 6-0-1 vote, to amend mitigation measure Condition No. 5 of the Resolution of Approval stating that the developer shal 1 incorporate the famil ial and agricultural past of the area into some form of commissioned public art which is integral to the architecture of Foothill Marketplace. This art shall be a realistic portrayal of this area's past and the project owner will submit no less than three alternatives in no less than three different artistic mediums for the Historic Preservation Commission's review. The final specifications for this artwork shall be approved by the Planning Commission. AYES: COMMISSIONERS: ARNER, BILLINGS, BANKS, HASKVITT, PRESTON, SCHMIDT NOES: COMMISSIONERS: NONE ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS: COOPER --carried Commissioner Arner requested striking out the words "offer to" from mitigation measure Condition No. 3. of the Resolution of Approval. There was a discussion on the possibility of developing a policy regarding the retention of historic structures to be moved to City-owned land and the possibility of developing a "land bank" to ensure the protection of specific structures that were worthy of saving, but because of particular circumstances, might otherwise be destroyed. Commissioner Preston brought up the issue of integrating such a policy into the Housing Element and suggested a memo stating that the Historic Preservation Commission was interested in addressing this issue during the next Housing Element revision. HPC MINUTES - 2 - JANUARY 3, 1991 Commissioner Haskvitz requested the mitigation measure Condition No. I of the Resolution of Approval be changed to state "City-administered" rather than "City -approved" MOTION: Moved by Banks, seconded by Arner, unanimously carried 6-0-1, to adopt the Resolution of Approval with the amended mitigation measure changes to Condition Nos. 1, 3, and 5 and the addition of a Condition No. 7. AYES: COMMISSIONERS: ARNER, BILLINGS, BANKS, HA~VITZ, PRESTO, SCHMIDT NOES: COMMISSIONERS: NONE ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS: COOPER --carried ***** OLD BUSINESS B. REVIEW OF ARCHIVES AND HISTORY CENTER MANAGEMENT MANUA) Anthea Hartig, Associate Planner, discussed the pros and cons of the manual and asked for input from the Commission. Commissioner Banks asked for clarification regarding loaning out archive material s. Ms. Hartig replied that they would only be available on a curatorial basis; they would not be available to the general patron and/or individual. Commissioner Haskvitz suggested creating a mobil exhibit consisting of a display board with pictures and descriptions of Historic Landmarks for display in public places to show the community the progress of the Historic Preservation Commission. Ms. Hartig suggested also creating brochures/pamphlets with Historic Preservation Commission information. Larry Henderson, Principal Planner, suggested a review of the Historic Preservation Commission's budget and goal setting items be set for the next agenda. The Commission concurred. Commissioner Preston asked what the staffing and budget included for the archive program. Ms. Hartig stated that, at this point, she was the only staff person working on the archive program. HPC MINUTES - 3 - JANUARY 3, 1991 It was the concensus of the Commission to discuss this item further on the next agenda with the goal setting and budget items to be discussed. ***** C. LEDIG HOUSE UPDATE - Oral Report Larry Henderson, Principal Planner, updated the Conmnission on the progress of the moving of the Ledig House. He stated that it was estimated the move would cost approximately $100,000; most of that amount would have to be used to underground the utilities according to the utility company. He further commented that staff was looking into some other options; the first one is that Rick Gomez, Con~nunity Development Director, would be contacting the utility company to see if any "good will" money would be available for the undergrounding of the utilities. The second option would be to alter the house structurally by cutting the roof and lowering the height of the structure and rebuilding it. A third option would be to try and appropriate additional funds through City Council from the Con~nunity Block Grant Fund. ***** NEW BUSINESS Commissioner Banks inquired on the progress of City's involvement with the Route 30 project. Ms. Hartig stated she was waiting for the EIR which was to be available in January. The Commission decided to have their regularly scheduled meeting for July on July 11 because the normal meeting date is a national holiday. Staff will check on the availability of the Council Chamber for that date. Chairman Schmidt inquired about the possibility of hiring a partime person to work with the archives. Mr. Henderson stated that item would need budget approval, but it is an option that could be considered. DIRECTOR' S REPORT Mr. Henderson informed the Comnission that Anther Hartig had been promoted to Associate Planner. Ms. Hartig conxnented that it was time to vote for Chair and Vice Chair of the Commission again and that this item would be on the February agenda. HPC MINUTES - 4 - JANUARY 3, 1991 ~NOUNC)ENTS Commissioner Arner commented that the Chairman Schmidt had received his five year service pin. PUBLIC C)MENT ))ere were no public comments. ADJOURNMENT The Historic Preservation Commission adjourned at 8:24 PM. Respectfully submitted, Shel 1 ey A. Petrel 1 i Secretary HPC MINUTES - 5 - JANUARY 3, 1991 CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA STAFF REPORT DATE: February 7, 1991 TO: Chairman & Members of the Historic Preservation Commission FROM: Larry Henderson, AICP, Principal Planner BY: Anthea M. Hartig, Associate Planner SUBJECT: FISCAL YEAR 1991-92 BUDGET REVIEW: GOALS AND WORK PROGRAM WORKSHOP, PART I I. BACKGROUND: On a number of occasions, the Commission has expressed a desire to establish a framework in which to review our accomplishments, goals, shortcomings, and concerns. Since such efforts are linked to both budget and available staffing, this initial report will outline staff's proposed budget for 1991-92; go over new programs; and examine changes i n staff' s work program. The Commission 's input on desired direction for our preservati on efforts wi 11 then be incorporated into budget requests as well as into the confines of staff time. It is staff's hope that this review will direct staff to formulate a more specific agenda for the Commission to review and discuss at the March meeting. II. ANALYSIS: Budget, Fiscal Year 1991-92 (Budget worksheet attached as Exhibit HPC-1): Staff has not significantly modified the operational budget of the Commission. From a review of the current year's expenditures, staff cal cul ated that minor increases in the conference/workshop budgets of both the Commission and staff were merited, and expanded the amount and thereby the variety of organizations in which we hold membership. In the area of increased personnel, the 1991-92 proposed budget suggests changes more substantial. Staff has requested an additional, regular- salaried, part-time Intern Archivist to manage the Archives and History Center under staff's direction. Initial inquiries to the director of the University of California Riverside's Graduate Program in Historic Resources Management regarding the interest in and feasibility of creating an on-going archivist intern position were met with enthusiasm. It appears that there exists a shortage of challenging experiences for the consistent number of graduate students specializing in archival management. ITEM E HPC STAFF REPORT WORK PROGRAM WORKSHOP, PART I February 7, 1991 Page 2 In terms of additional resources, both tangible and intangible, staff has proposed continued funding in other key areas. An additional $5,000 has been requested for the Landmark Plaques program and for Archives and Oral History equipment and supplies, $490. Furthermore, $9,000 has been requested for the Oral History Program. The CDBG funds for preservation, $20,100, will hopefully be renewed and for the Old Alta Loma Neighborhood Plan, additional funding for a market survey will be requested. Work Program (see Exhibit HPC-2 for handy pie charts of the Associate planner's current, interim, and future work program and Exhibit HPC-3 for an updated work program): Staff urges the Commission to review the division of working hours and to establish a sense of priorities for projects within the confines of time and available personnel. As the charts demonstrate, staff spends much of the available time with historic resource analysis, research, and management. Most of this review derives from proposed development; further mitigation or landmark alteration permit development and maintenance also compose a portion of the 50 percent. For instance, this week alone (January 28-February 1, 1991), staff has spent 12 hours on Landmark Alteration review. Granted, large projects like the Thomas Winery rehabilitation comprise a majority of these hours, but it seems like one or two major and equally as demanding projects consistently will be present. The following outlines a series of proposed changes designed to re-focus staff's work program and by extension to strengthen overall the management of our cultural resources. In-house trainin9 _ In January's meeting, staff mentioned the 'development of an in-house cultural resources management training series. Staff has received the go-ahead to expand upon the submitted outline and create such an educational series for the Planning Division. Accompanying this training will be a new policy direction regarding the integration of cultural resources review into the rest of the City's required CEQA Environmental Review. Thus, as the department handles a development deemed to require an arborist's report, for instance, a qualified consultant chosen by the department and funded by the developer wi 11 investigate the impact of the proposed development on unidentified or known cultural/architectural resources. Each project planner, newly trained, will be versed enough in cultural resources management to manage the consul tant's contracts and judge submitted reports. Such project management will be in cooperation with the Commission 's staff planners who will review each project and determine any recommendation for Commission action. The project planner would be responsible for producing staff reports and other documentation as needed and for presenting reports, development-related Landmark Designations and Landmark Alteration HPC STAFF REPORT WORK PROGRAM WORK SHOP, PART I February 7, 1991 Page 3 Permits. The "interim work program" denotes the shift in time needed to develop and implement the training program during the remaining portion of this fiscal year. Interns - As specified in the proposed 1991-92 Budget, staff ~uggests establishing a part-time archi vist position. Additionally, staff recommends using $2,016 from the 19~o0-91 CDBG funds to bring on a graduate student intern to assist in the historic resources survey of Old Alta Loma. This would occur during the remaining time of Fiscal Year 1990-91. Outreach/Incentives - Daily staff answers a range of inquiries from persons interested in the general history of the area and provides other local governments with information about the City's preservation programs. Those important functions aside, staff has yet to carve out the time to continue and expand the incentives and outreach possibilities such as an historic preservation landbank, the plaques program, and CDBG grants for rehabilitation interim. , Goals and Objectives - The Commission has iterated concerns over a range of potential projects and priorities including revisions of the Foothill Specific Plan and the Etiwanda Specific Plan; intensified community outreach; development of design guidelines; update of our goal s statement; and better integration and communication with other Comnissions and the City Council. III. RECO~ENDATION: Staff recomnends that the Commissioners specify at the February meeting areas staff should research and present during the Goals Workshop in March. Respectful ly submitted, Larry J. Henderson, AICP Principal Planner LJH: AMH/j fs Attachments: Exhibit "HPC-I" - Budget Worksheet for Fiscal Year 1991-92 Exhibit "HPC-2" - Charts of Staff Planner's Work Program Exhibit "HPC-3" - Staff Planner's Updated Work Program ~Jec: No. ~mc:~pcl~. of Ices & rndivid~Z ~llar ~uncs C~~ ~ ~ ~ . ~.~. ~ E~h~hit HPC-i .~fT' H P c - 1 - ,' HPC -2 ~/ c/~-"// Exhibit HPC-3 CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA STAFF REPORT DATE: February 7, 1991 i:: TO: Chairman &Members of the Historic Preservation Con~nission FROM: Larry Henderson, Principal Planner BY: Anthea Hartig, Associate Planner SUBJECT: LOCAL SITES IMPACTED BY THE PROPOSED ROUTE 30 EXTENSION I. BACKGROUND: According to State plans, the 210 Freeway along Route 30 will eventually extend eastward in the City along the historic corridor of Highland Avenue. As a Federal and California Highway project, the environmental impact of the proposed freeway extension must be determined and reviewed before construction begins on the final ized project. State Architectural historians from Caltrans and their consultants surveyed each potentially historic site built prior to 1946 within 500 feet of the proposed freeway centerl i ne and produced an "Hi storical Arch( tectural Survey Report." Under NEPA (the National Environmental Protection Act) this review utilized National Register Guidelines, per Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act, and thus sought to determine potential Register eligibility for each of the surveyed sites. As the Conmnission is aware, the State "Survey" found that five historic resources in Rancho Cucamonga were eligible for the Register. Both the Federal and State review process employ primarily a Section 106 review criteria when determining potential mitigations for impacted environmental resources. Thus the five sites identified as eligible for the Register will receive further attention and mitigation measures. A number of our local resources, then, fell below the National Register's significance standard used by State historians in their review but still stand to be impacted by the proposed freeway extension {see the areas highlighted in green on the ledger size maps included here in a separate packet). Although not definite, the freeway path as detailed in this map packet is close to the "Full Freeway Alternative" promoted by Caltrans. It would seem however, that under CEQA the project's EIR would have to take into account the proposed freeway' s impact on structures deemed significant or potentially significant by local standards. Caltrans officials have claimed that NEPA can supercede CEQA in projects funded in part by the Federal Government. Staff is presently gathering opinions and case histories on the above issue and will be presenting them to the chosen Conmnission Sub- Conmn i ttee. HPC STAFF REPORT ROUTE 30 IMPACTS February 7, 1991 Page 2 The "Historical Architectural Survey Report" does provide detailed information on every potentially significant site along the proposed freeway's path. This research, in the form of Architectural Inventory/Evaluations, enables a review of resources deemed ineligible for the National Register. The Architectural Inventory/Evaluations for these sites are included here as Exhibit HPC-1. This staff report will first review the eligibility findings for sites determined ineligible for the National Register and then discuss what the impact of the proposed freeway appears to be on these ineligible sites. II. SITE LOCATION AND DESCRIPTION Caltrans proposes to construct 28.2 miles of the Foothill Freeway, State Route 30 from the existing Route 30 interchange at Foothill Boulevard in the City of La Verne, Los Angeles County, to Interstate 215, in the City of San Bernardino, San Bernardino County. As it approaches Rancho Cucamonga from Upland, the proposed freeway traverses above 19th Street and below Highland and then around Archibald Avenue swings northward to proceed just north of the existing State Route 30. The ineligible surveyed resources in the Alta Loma and Etiwanda communities which lie along Highland Avenue and various intersections appear on the maps as number 34-38, 40-41, and 43. They are from west to east: the Ellen Loeb House, 9911 Highland Avenue, map reference number 34 (unsurveyed); the Hilleman Residence, 10067 Highland Avenue, map reference number 35 (unsurveyed); the H. W. Minor Residence, 10304 19th Street, map reference number 36 (SUS); the Gosney Ranch, 6422 Haven, map reference number 37 ISUS); Casaletti's ,12583 Highland Avenue, map reference number 38 IPLL); the Ross House, 6527 Etiwanda Avenue, map reference number 40 IPLL); the Kemp House, 13151 Highland Avenue, map reference number 41 (SUS); and the Tibbets House, 13710 Highland Avenue, map reference number 43 (SUS). III. ANALYSIS: Degree of impact is difficult to determine from the included maps. Staff will be traveling to Caltrans District 8 headquarters to view and analyze maps which promise to offer more detail on the freeway's exact path, and here we will attempt to give an initial review. Determinations of Eligibility: The National Register standards place special emphasis on the architectural and contextual integrity of historic sites while gauging the sites importance to an understanding of national, State, and/or local history. While for many years focusing on the integrity of the structure as originally constructed, the Register criteria have expanded HPC STAFF REPORT ROUTE 30 IMPACTS February 7, 1991 Page 3 recently to pay attention to alterations and modifications which have assumed particular importance architecturally or historically in their own right. Although staff asserts that most of the identified structures along the corridor are significant by our local standards, staff agrees with the methodology and appreciates the thoroughness of the "Hi stori cal Archi tectural Survey Report." For example, both the Ross and the Kemp homes in Etiwanda clearly serve as important reminders of that conmnunity's rich history, but staff concurs with State Architectural historians who found that the Ross home had lost much of the Ross family-era detail, the large front porch and context, the outbuildings, citrus groves and other agriculturally-related elements. Likewise, although the State findings seem to downfall the importance and longevity of the Kemp family in Etiwanda, staff cannot argue with the fact that the structure itself and its context have been altered and that these alterations have not achieved any keen historical sense of their own. Thus staff does not challenge the eligibility findings. The Ellen Loeb House, 9911 Highland Avenue, map reference number 34, Figure 13 in map packet: According to the State's research, the Loeb site has undergone significant alterations. Although potentially significant due to the scope of its uses -- workers housing and the home of a seemingly independent woman -- it is uncl ear whether the site would meet 1 ocal landmark criteria. It appears that the proposed freeway right of line falls just on or directly south of this site. Thus the freeway would have a severe impact on the site and it is probable that the site could be destroyed. Morever, the freeway alignment begins a 1.59 percent climb from a -0.47 depression at the Archibald i ntersecti on and the grade difference between the exi sting landform (noted on the included maps' cross-section with a dotted line) is approximately 35 feet. Therefore if the right of way does not "take" the structures on the Loeb site, the construction of a retaining/sound wall seemingly would alter irrevocably the resource. There exists a strong possibility that the freeway wil 1 be real igned to reduce its impact on the Maloof and Goerl itz properties and at this time it remains difficult to assess the final impact of the proposed freeway. The Hilleman Residence, 10067 Highland Avenue, map reference number 35, Figure 13 in map packet: Staff concurs with the finding's of Caltrans' historians: "This house has been altered so substantially that it is difficult to assess its original appearance." The proposed right of way bisects this site and as HPC STAFF REPORT ROUTE 30 IMPACTS February 7, 1991 Page 4 with the Loeb site discussed previously any freeway realignment could alter the site's final shape. On the chance that the structure would remain and the proposed alignment would not change, the house would be approximately 10 feet below the freeway and thereby impacted severely. The H. W. Minor Residence, 10304 19th Street, map reference number 36, FiiXure 14 in map packet: The Minor family decidedly played a significant role in the development of Alta Loma and the structures' subsequent use as an egg ranch is an example of a use which is now very rare in our rapidly suburbanizing area. Furthermore, the house's setting, a lemon grove, is as the Architectural Inventory Form states a very rate example of what was historically the most common land use pattern along the foothi 11 s. The proposed freeway route would remove the entire northern third of the site and thus require the demolition of the structures. The Gosney Ranch, 6422 Haven, map reference number 37, eFi 14 in map packet: While this site may not be eligibl 2ou~ethe National Register, its significance to the local con~nunity requires determination. The proposed freeway would locate this site over 50 feet below the freeway and directly north of the westbound on-ramp and directly west of the eastbound off-ramp. Casaletti's., 12583 Highland Avenue, map reference number 38, Figure 16 in map packet: Little doubt exists that Casaletti's is a local institution and of local importance. The freeway as proposed would lie approximately 50 feet north of Casaletti's and although directly impacted, the structures would decidedly be effected by the freeway. The Ross House, 6527 Etiwanda Avenue, ma reference number 40 Figure 17 in map packet: The Ross family ~igured significantly i~ Et~wanda's history and despite the loss of the front porch and related outbuildings, the family home remains extremely locally significant. The house would sit within 50 feet of the freeway and approximately 20 feet above the freeway grade. The proposed freeway as well as construction of a barrier/sound wall would definitely impact this site. u in ma packet: Like the Ross Home, the Kemp Family home stands as a reminder of Etiwanda's citrus legacy -- perhaps an incomplete remnant, having lost an elaborate porch and significant outbuildings, but a locally significant structure all the same. HPC STAFF REPORT ROUTE 30 IMPACTS February 7, 1991 Page 5 The eastbound freeway off-ramp as proposed would lie 30 feet below and abut the property and bring the house approximately within 30 feet of the off-ramp. The site would thus be impacted significantly under the proposed alignment. The Tibbets House, 13710 Highland Avenue, map reference number 34, Figure 18 in map ~acket: Although the structure has been altered on numerous occasions, its significance to the community needs to be determined. The home would sit just below freeway level directly south of the off-ramp leading to the north-bound Interstate 15, and thus be impacted by the freeway's construction. III. RECOMMENDATION: Staff recon~nends that the Conmnission direct staff to continue researching and analyzing the proposed freeway extension's impact and thus supplying the chosen sub-committee and then the Conmnission and City Council with thorough and sensible suggestions for mitigations. Respectful ly submitted, Larry J. Henderson Principal Planner LJH:AH:sp Attachments: Exhibit "HPC-I" CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION ARCHITECTURAL INVENTORY/EVALUATION FORM MAP REFERENCE NO. 34 County - Route - Postmile: SBd 30 0.0/22.8 ( ) LISTED ( ) DETERMINED ELIGIBLE ( ) APPEARS ELIGIBLE ( x ) APPEARS INELIGIBLE IDENTIFICATION 1 .Common Name: Unknown 2.Historic Name: Ellen Loeb House 3.Street or rural address: 9911 Highland Avenue CIty: Rancho Cucamonga (AIta Loma) ZIp Code: 91701 County: San Bernardino 4.Parcel Number: 202-1 71-05 Present Owner: Edward and Mary Soehnel Address: P.O. Box 878 CIty: Rancho Cucamonga (Alta Loma) Zip Code: 91701 5.Ownership is: ( ) Public ( x ) Private 6.Present Use: Residential Original Use: Residential DESCRIPTION 7a. Architectural Style: Gable and wing cottage 7b. Brlefly describe the present PHYSICAL CONDITION of the site or structure and describe any major alterations from its original condition: This single-story, L-shaped house is squeezed into the corner of a triangular lot bounded by Highland Avenue and a concrete flood control channel. Assessor's lot books provide a 1936 date of construction, and the indistinct shape of a building can be seen on the site in a June 1936 aerial photograph. The house, with its low gable roof, appears to be constructed of panels which are similar to those used in the profabricated houses advertised by Sears, Roebuck and Company in its Simplex Sectional line. This single wall prefab type could be ordered in a variety of combinations, and was noted for the rapid speed of construction, allowing the completion of an entire cottage in less than a day. While there is no evidence to support this being a Sears house, the method of construction appears to be similar and is still noteworthy. The panels are most evident on the eastern wall; the northern gable end has been modified by the addition of a large window, and the northern side of the western- projecting wing has large sliding glass doors. The other sides of the building have been covered with stucco. A new deck has been constructed at the rear, and the house is partially isolated from view by a new fence and heavy vegetation. A large, corrugated metal garage was attached to the southeast corner of the house at an early date; it is shown in a 1938 aerial ' ~': photograph of the property. I ~ / 8. Construction date ~ Estimated: ( ) Factual: (1936) 9. Architect: Unknown 10. Builder: Unknown 11. Approx. property size (in feet) Frontage: 301' Depth: 245' 12. Date(s) of enclosed photograph(s): January 26, 1989 13.Condition: Excellent( ) Good (x) Fair( ) Deteriorated( ) 14.Alterations: Window enlargements, stuccoing of side walls, addition of deck, attachment of garage, new fenci~ IS.Surroundings: Check more than one if necessary) Open land ( x ) Scattered buildings ( ) Densely built-up ( ) Residential ( ) Industrial ( ) Commercial ( ) Other: Flood control channel 16.Threats to site: None known ( ) Private Development ( ) Zoning ( ) Vandalism ( ) Public Works Project Other: 17.1s the structure: On its original site? ( x ) Moved? ( ) Unknown? ( ) 18.Related features: Attached garage, flood control channel SIGNIFICANCE 19.Briefly state historical and/or architectural importance (Include dates, events, and persons associated with the site): This house was once part of a larger property which was subsequently divided into several smaller parcels. The original property was composed of two five-acre lots owned by Herbert Goerlitz; the south parcel contained the Goerlitz stone house on top of the hill, a house on 19th Street for Herbert's mother, Martha Goerlitz, and a citrus grove, while the north lot was unimproved. Ellen Loeb purchased the 1 O-acre property in 1934; she improved the north lot in 1936 with the construction of the subject house. The following year, she planted additional citrus acreage. Eventually, the present lot which contains this house was split off from the rest of the property. Long- term residents of the area recall that the house was first used to provide quarters for a hired hand, but was later remodeled by Ellen Loeb and used as her residence. The house was built during the ownership of Ellen Loeb, who had relocated to Alta Loma in her retirement; it has nc association with the Iocelly-prominent Goerlitz family. It served as a worker's residence on the citrus ranch, and subsequently occupied by Ms. Loeb for a number of years; she does not appear to have made significant contributions to local history. The method of construction of the house is interesting, being composed of panels similar to those used in the Simplex Sectional profabricated houses offered by Sears, Roebuck and Company through their mail order business; however, there is no evidence to actually verify such a connection. Even if this were the case, the house has been substantially altered over the years, with the addition of larger windows, a modern deck, partial stuccoing of exterior walls, and the attachment of a large garage. The property does not appear to meet National Register criteria. Location sketch map (draw & la~i site and surrounding streets. and prominent landmarks): See 20.Main theme of the historic resource: (If more than one is checked, number in order of importance.) Architecture ( ) Arts& Leisure ( ) Economic/Industrial ( ) Exploration/Settlement ( ) Government ( ) Military ( ) Religion ( ) Social/Education ( ) 21.Sources (List books, documents, surveys, personal interviews and their dates.) San Bernardino County Assessor's records: Lot Books 14 (1921-26), 33 (1927-32), 65 (1933-36), and 95 (1937-42); Fairchild Aerial Photo Collection, Whittier College (Photos C-829, 1930; C-4061, 6/11/1936; C-5042-22, 3/13/1938). The Histon/of Alta Loma. California. 1880-1980. by Martha Gaines Stoebe, 4981; Houses by Mail: A Guide to Houses from Seari, Roebuck and Comoany. by Katherine Cole Stevenson and H. Ward Jandl, The Preservation Press, 1986. Interview, Mr. and Mrs. Eugene Billings, Alta Loma. February 17, 1989. 22.Date form prepared: February 21, 1989 By: Aaron A. Gallup Organization: Caltrans Address: 1120 N Street CIty: Sacramento Zip Code: 95814 Phone: (916) 920-7672 CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION ARCHITECTURAL INVENTORY/EVALUATION FORM MAP REFERENCE NO. 35 County - Route - Postmile: SBd 30 0.0/22.8 ( ) LISTED ( ) DETERMINED ELIGIBLE ( ) APPEARS ELIGIBLE ( x ) APPEARS INELIGIBLE IDENTIFICATION 1 .Common Name: Hillsman residence 2.HIstoric Name: Unknown 3.Street or rural address: 10067 Highland Avenue City: Rancho Cucamonga (Alta Loma) ZIp Code: 91701 County: San Bernardino 4.Parcel Number: 202-171-16 Present Owner: Adrianna Hillsman Address: 10067 Highland Avenue City: Rancho Cucamonga (Alta Loma) Zip Coda: 91701 5.Ownership Is: ( ) Public ( x ) Private 6.Present Use: Residential Original Usa: Residential DESCRIPTION 7a.Archltectural Style: vernacular 7b. Brlefly describe the present PHYSICAL CONDITION of the site or structure and describe any major alterations from its original condition: This house has been altered so substantially that it is difficult to assess its original appearance. The oldest section is the side-gabled cottage on the eastern end; it has a prominent, medium-gabled roof. The north-facing gable has patterned shingles and an attic vent; below the shingles, the wall is sheathed in horizontal wood siding and has two sets of paired windows. On the south side, the gable end lacks the shingles, having only an attic vent with horizontal wood siding. A shed-roofed addition spans the east side and wraps around the south. A cross-gabled wing projects on the west, with a porch that appears to have been enclosed at an early date; this section may be an early addition to an originally rectangular plan. Later, modern additions have continued to lengthen this early wing, terminating in a garage at the far wastam end. A long, shed-roofed porch rUns the length of the house. A newer wooden shed, with a single-pitched low roof, is located to the west of the house, and is shown on a 1949 aerial photograph. The property once had a large citrus grove; a few lemon trees remain near the house. --_ ---- 8. Construction date Estimated: (1900) Factual: ( 9. Architect: Unknown ~ 10. Builder: Unknown  :"~, 11. Approx. property size (in feet) ~ '., 7: Frontage: 190' Depth: 108' 12. Date(s) of enclosed photograph(s): ~-. January 26, 1989 13.Condition: Excellent( ) Good ( ) Fair (x) Deteriorated( ) 14.Alterations: Addition of long wing and garage on west, shed-roofed addition on east, removal of citrus grove 15.Surroundings: (Check more than one if necessary) Open land ( x ) Scattered buildings ( ) Densely built-up ( ) Residential ( x ) Industrial ( ) Commercial ( ) Other. 16.Threats to site: None known ( ) Private Development ( ) Zoning ( ) Vandalism ( ) Public Works Project ( x ) Other: 17.1s the structure: On its original site? ( x ) Moved? ( ) Unknown? ( ) 18.Related features: Shed, lemon trees SIGNIFICANCE 19.Briefly state historical and/or architectural Importance (Include dates, events, and persons associated with the site): This house probably started out as a simple vernacular cottage constructed around the turn of the century. A check of county assessors lot books showed the property was already improved by 1915; the books did not show assessments for improvements prior to that date. The property was owned by Martin Gibson, prior to its 1914 sale to E. Schnebly, who sold it the same year to E. S. Gosney; Gosney transferred it to the Foothill Frostless Fruit Company as a six-acre parcel in 1915. The company planted a small citrus grove the following year, enlarging it considerably in 1920, prior to Gosney's re- acquisition of the property the following year. The grove was shown in aedal photographs from 1930 through 1949, and appeared on the 1953 topographic map, but it disappeared by 1966; a few lemon trees still remain around the house. Although this house dates from the era of eaHy settlement in the Alta Loma area, it has been substantially altered over the years. it has lost its lemon grove, and nO longer represents the early settlement architecture of the local area. Although once on land owned by E. S. Gosney, owner of a large citrus ranch in the area [sea Map Reference No. 37], there is no evidence that it had any direct association with him other than his acquisition of it as part of his ranch; it' has no other known associations with persons important in the history of the community, and lacks sufficient integrity to be considered for its architectural value; it does not appear to meet the criteria of eligibility for the National Register. Location sketch map (draw & label site and surrounding streets, roads, and prominent landmarks): See Map 3 20.Main theme of the historic resource: (if more than one is checked, number in order of importance.) Architedure ( ) Arts&Leisure ( ) Economic/Industrial ( ) Exploration/Settlement ( ) Government ( ) Military ( ) Religion ( ) Social/Education ( ) 21 .Sources (List books, documents, surveys, personal interviews and their dates.) Fairchild Aerial Photo Collection, Whittier College (Photos C-829, 1930; C-4061, 1936; C-5042, 1938; C-13990-3-58, 1949); San Bernardino County Assessor, Lot Books 1 and 14 (1915- 26); USGS 7.5 minute topographic quadrangle maps, Cucamonga Peak, California, 1953 and 1966. Interview, Mr. and Mrs. Eugene Billings, Alta Loma, February 17, 1989. 22.Date form prepared: February 21, 1989 By: Aaron A. Gallup Organization: Caltrans Address: 1120 N Street CIty: Sacramento Zip Code: 95814 Phone: (916) 920-7672 CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION ARCHITECTURAL INVENTORY/EVALUATION FORM MAP REFERENCE NO. 36 County - Route - Postmile: SBd 30 0.0/22.8 ( ) LISTED ( ) DETERMINED ELIGIBLE ( ) APPEARS ELIGIBLE ( x ) APPEARS INELIGIBLE IDENTIRCATION 1 .Common Name: The Ranch Egg Store 2.Historic Name: H.W. Minor residence 3.Street or rural address: 10304 19th Street City: Rancho Cucamonga (Alta Loma) ZIp Code: 91701 County: San Bemardino 4.Parcel Number: 202-191-06, -28 and -29 Present Owner: Millard and Rhoda Herr Address: 618Lamplighter City: Upland Zip Code: 92786 5.Ownershlp Is: ( ) Public ( x ) Private 6.Present Use: Residential, egg production and sales Original Use: Residential DESCRIPTION 7a.Architectural Style: Bungalow 7b. Brlefly describe the present PHYSICAL CONDITION of the site or structure and describe any major alterations from its original condition: This complex faces 19th Street, but the orange grove extends into the proposed freeway right-of-way south of Highland Avenue. The property is a citrus and chicken ranch with on-site egg sales; the use of the property for egg production is a relatively late addition to an older citrus ranch. The house, built in 1929, is a single-story bungalow with a roof of several intersecting low gables with wide overhanging eaves. The front porch projects from the mass of the building under a low gable roof; the cobblestone rail and bettered piers with their concrete caps are still clearly evident, but the porch has now been enclosed with siding and large aluminum framed windows. Fenestration consists of a mix of double hung windows of varying shapes; a cottage window in the front elevation has a multi-paned upper portion, flanked by two narrow double hung windows. The formerly recessed side porch on the west has been enclosed, as has a back corner porch. The entire building is encased in horizontal aluminum siding. (CONTINUED) 8. Construction date Estimated: ( ) Factual: (1929) 9. Architect: Unknown 10. Builder: Unknown 11. Approx. property size (in feet) Frontage: 380' Depth: 645' 12. Date(s) of enclosed photograph(s): Januan/26, 1989 13.Condition: Excellent( ) Good (x) Fair( ) Deteriorated( ) 14.Alterations: Porch enclosures, aluminum siding, partial replacement of citrus grove b~/chicken houses 15.Surroundings: (Check more than one if necessary) Open land ( ) Scattered buildings ( ) Densely built-up ( ) Residential ( x ) Industrial ( ) Commercial ( ) Other: Citrus grove 16.Threats to site: None known ( ) Private Development ( ) Zoning ( ) Vandalism ( ) Public Wo~'ks Project Other: 17.1s the structure: On itsoriginalsite? (x) Moved? ( ) Unknown? ( ) 18.Related features: Garage, egg store, chicken houses, feed hoppers, modern house, citrus grove SIGNIFICANCE 19.Briefly state historical and/or architectural Importance (Include dates, events, and persons associated with the site): This complex is a working egg ranch, rare in the context of the local community where suburbanization is now replacing the former agricultural landscape. Egg ranching in conjunction with citrus growing is a long-standing tradition in Alta Loma. However, the egg production aspect of this property is comparatively recent, as the Propany appears to have been a small citrus ranch throughout most of its history, with a portion of the grove removed for chicken houses after 1949. (CONTINUED) Location sketch map (draw & ~ site and surrounding streets, roads, and prominent landmarks): See Mar~3 20.Main theme of the historic resource: (ff more than one is checked, number in order of importance.) Architecture ( ) Arts& Leisure ( ) Economic/Industrial ( ) Exploration/Settlement ( ) Government ( ) Military ( ) Religion ( ) Social/Education ( ) 21 .Sources (List books, documents, surveys, personal interviews and their dates.) "Designated and Potential Historical Site List", City of Rancho Cucamonga, March 1988; City historical survey property file for 10304 19th Street, Planning Department, City of Rancho Cucamonga; San Bemardino County Assessor, Lot Books 33, 65, 95 and 122; Fairchild Aerial Photo Collection, Whittier College (Photos C-829, 1930; C,J,061, 1936; 13990-3-57, 1949). The History of Alta Loma. California. 1880-1980. by Martha Gaines Stoebe, ~981; Interview, Mr. and Mrs. Eugene Billings, Aita Loma, February 17, 1989. 22.Date form prepared: February 21, 1989 By: Aaron A. Gallup, Bonnie W. Parks Organization: Caltrans Address: 1120 N Street CIty: Sacramento Zip Code: 95814 Phone: (916) 920-7672 CONTINUATION SHEET MAP REFERENCE NO. 36 7b. Brlefly describe the present PHYSICAL CONDITION of the site or structure and describe any major alterations from its original condition: Northeast of the house is a two-car garage which appears to be contemporary with the house; it is similar in styling, with a low gable roof and wide overhanging saves. It is clad in horizontal wood siding, and has a sliding garage door in the gable end. Directly north of the house is an older wood frame outbuilding with beveled siding, now remodeled to serve as a sales room for eggs and convenience groceries. Behind the sales room stand the structures associated with egg production, including several metal feed hoppers, a corrugated metal shed, and seven chicken houses with corrugated metal roofs. Farther north is an old wooden shed, a new (or substantially remodeled older) house on a concrete foundation. and a circular water tank on a cobblestone base which is located at the northwest comer of the property. Historic aerial photos (1930) show the house in its present location with the garage directly behind; the south half of the property contained a citrus grove, while the north half was still bare. By 1936, the citrus grove on the north half appeared newly planted. The improvements associated with the chicken ranch are more recent than the grove, as they still did not appear on aerial photographs of the property in 1949; the only improvements shown were the house and garage and a second house in the southwest corner of the north five acres. The remaining citrus groves, primarily lemon. occupy the property to the north and east of the chicken houses. The garage appears to have been moved to its present location northeast of the house after 1949, and the present sales room constructed upon or moved to the former garage site; this was probably done to allow construction of the circular driveway around the house, providing a separate one-way entrance and exit for egg sales traffic. 19.Briefly state historical and/or architectural Importance (include dates, events, and persons associated with the site): Wilbur Minor was a butcher in the Cucamonga and Alta Loma areas. According to The HistoN of Alta Lomb, Minor was associated with a market in Cucamonga as early as 1912. and drove a wagon to deliver fresh meat to residents in the community. He was later associated with the G. A. Billings Grocery in Alta Loma, renting the north half of the building for a meat market. He also continued his home meat delivery by truck, with his route extending as far as Etiwanda and San Antonio Canyon. By 1927 he was shown as the owner of the subject property, two five-acre lots in AIta Loma; county records show a small assessment for "trees Nines" which may indicate citrus acreage. The property had no structural improvements until Assessment Year 1930, when a substantial improvement was taxed, indicating that Minor built his house in 1929. The presence of the house on the lot in 1930 is confirmed by aerial photos. His association with this property can be documented until 1945, when it was transferred to Ivy Minor, who was shown as the sole owner in subsequent years. The property was later sold to Millard and Rhoda Herr; he was a teacher and his wife was a nurse. Now retired, they continue to own the property, but no longer live onsite. The house has been substantially altered in recent years, and no longer retains its histodc appearance. While the combination egg ranch and citrus grove function is notable, it is a modern use which developed after 1949. Although Wilbur Minor was widely known in the area, he does not appear to have made major contributions to the history or development of the community. In summary, the property does not appear to be associated with persons or events significant in the history of the local community, nor does it retain sufficient architectural interest to qualify it for National Register eligibility, Map Reference No. 36 10304 19th Street, house looking north Retail outlet behind house Map Reference No. 36 10304 19th Street, chicken coops with groves beyond Looking north Garage CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION ARCHITECTURAL INVENTORY/EVALUATION FORM MAP REFERENCE NO. 37 County - Route - Postmile: SBd 30 0.0r22.8 ( ) LISTED ( ) DETERMINED ELIGIBLE ( ) APPEARS ELIGIBLE ( x ) APPEARS INELIGIBLE IDENTIFICATION 1.Common Name: Jackson House 2.HIstoric Name: Gosney Ranch 3.Street or rural address: 6422-6430 Haven CIty: Rancho Cucamonga (Alta Loma) ZIp Code: 91701 County: San Bernardino 4.Parcel Number: 201-262-30 Present Owner: Queen Investment Company Address: 324 W. Camino Real Avenue City: Arcadia Zip Code: 91006 5.Ownership is: ( ) Public ( x ) Pdvate 6.Present Use: Residential Original Use: Residential, agricultural DESCRIPTION 7a.Archltectural Style: vemacular 7b. Brlefly describe the present PHYSICAL CONDITION of the site or structure and describe any major alterations from its original condition: The property is an 8.77 acre remnant of the Gosney Ranch, once a major citrus operation in the local area. Two houses occupy the property: the house at 6430 Haven was built about 1923 and. is historically associated with the Gosney Ranch; the house at 6422 Haven is a flat-topped postwar residence. All of the orchards have been removed and the land is bare except for the two houses and their associated outbuildings and trees. The older house consists of a tall central block of poured concrete with a low gabled roof. Four windows are placed under the overhanging eaves on the sides, providing lighting or ventilation into the center of the house. The house is encircled by a single story, board and batten, enclosed veranda which wraps around the east, south and west sides; a cobblestone foundation is visible. The main entrance is in the east elevation. The house is screened from the traffic of busy Haven Avenue by mature landscaping. A two-car, side-gabled garage of concrete block is located just south of the house; it was constructed before July 1949, as verified by aedal photographs. At one time, a spur line of the Santa Fe railway crossed the property, running parallel to Haven Avenue north to Highland Avenue, then curving 90 degrees to the west in a great arc past the house; the tracks have now been removed, and no trace of the right of way remains. (CONTINUED) / 8. Construction date Estimated: ( ) Factual: (1923) 9, Architect: Unknown 10. Builder: Unknown 11. Approx. property size (in feet) Frontage: 590' Depth: 620' :. 17.. Data(s) of enclosed photograph(s): January 26, 1989 13.Condition: Excellent ( ) Good ( ) Fair (x) Deteriorated ( ) 14.Alterations: Removal of grove, addition of postwar buildings 15.Surroundlngs: (Check more than one if necessary) Open land ( x ) Scattered buildings ( ) Densely built-up ( ) Residential ( x ) Industrial ( ) Commercial ( x ) Other: 16.Threats to site: None known ( ) Private Development ( x ) Zoning ( ) Vandalism ( ) Public Works Project ( x ) 17.b the structure: On its original site? ( x ) Moved? ( ) Unknown? ( ) 18.Related features: Garage, fenced animal sheds SIGNIRCANCE 19.Briefly state historical and/or architectural Importance (Include dates, events, and persons associated with the site): ._At2o~__.ding to The Histo_rv of Alta Loma- 'Mr. Gosney and Mr. Coulston, both of Pasadena, purchased 550 acres on the north side of Highland Avenue east of Archibald, extending quite a ways east of Haven, in about 191 7. This land, called the Gosney- Coulston ranch, was planted to lemons...Before long, the ranch was divided between the two men, Mr. Coulston having the western half and Mr. Gosney the eastern." County assessment records show the subject property was Lot 20 of the Foothill Frostless Fruit Company Subdivision No. 2, and was owned by the Foothill Frostless Fruit Company prior to the purchase of the lot by E. S. Gosney in 1921; Coulston does not appear to have been involved in the ownership of this parcel. The fruit company began development of the property in 1920, as reflected by the initial assessment for "trees/vines" in Assessment Year 1921; a small structure was also built *.hi same year, but was gone the following year. The property remained unimproved until Assessment Year 1924, when a $500 assessment was shown; this was probably the subject house, built in 1923 by Gosney. The building is said to have housed hired ranch hands over the years. (CONTINUED) Location sketch map (draw & label site and surrounding streets, roads, and prominent landmarks): See Map 3 20.Main theme of the historic resource: (if more than one is checked, number in order of importance.) Architecture ( ) Arts& Leisure ( ) Economic/Industrial ( ) Exploration/Settlement ( ) Government ( ) Military ( ) Religion ( ) Social/Education ( ) 21.Sources (List books, documents, surveys, personar interviews and their dates.) Fairchild Aerial Photo Collection, Whittier College (Photos C-839, 1930; C--4061, 1936; C-13990-3-58, July 18, 1949); San Bernardino County Assessor, Lot Books 3, 14, and 33; "Designated and Potential Historical Site List", City of Rancho Cucamonga, March 1988; City historical survey property file for 6422 Haven Avenue, Planning Department, City of Rancho Cucamonga. USGS 7.5 minute topographic quadrangle map, Cucamonga PeRk, CaJifornia, 1953; The History of Aita Loma. California. 1880-1980. by Martha Gaines Stoebe, Aita: Loma: B & S Publishing Company, 1981; interview, Mr. and Mrs. Eugene Billings, Alta Loma, February 17, 1989. 22.Date form prepared: March 1, 1989 By:. Aaron A. Gallup Organization: Caitrans Address: 1120 N Street City:. Sacramento Z~p Code: 95814 Phone: (916) 920-7672 CONTINUATION SHEET MAP REFERENCE NO. 37 To. Briefly describe the present PHYSICAL CONDITION of the site or structure and describe any major alterations from Its original condition: To the north of the older house is a postwar residence with a flat roof, casement windows and V-rustic siding. It has several other contemporary buildings in close proximity, forming a small, tightly-configured complex, including a storage shed with attached carport and a small guest house. Southwest of the house is a group of fenced animal sheds which appear to be relatively modern in construction. 19.Briefly state historical and/or architectural Importance (Include dates, events, and persons associated with the site): This house is unusual for its juxtaposition of wood frame and poured concrete construction, but appears to be more of a curiosity than a significant architectural example. It apparently housed employees of the Gosney Ranch, and is a remnant of the community's agrarian past, although the rural setting and agricultural context of the once-larger ranch has disappeared through subdivision and modern development. The historical character of this ranch-associated house has been substantially eroded by the removal of its surrounding groves. The house has no known direct associations with significant persons or events in the history of the local community, nor is it significant for its architectural value. It does not appear to meet the criteria of eligibility of the National Register, although the entire parcel has been identified jn the local historical survey, CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION ARCHITECTURAL INVENTORY/EVALUATION FORM MAP REFERENCE NO. 38 Soumy - Route - Postmile: SBd 30 0.0/22.8 ( ) LISTED ( ) DETERMINED ELIGIBLE ( ) APPEARS ELIGIBLE ( x ) APPEARS INELIGIBLE IDENTIFICATION 1 .Common Name: Casaletti's Polka Palace 2.HIstoric Name: Casaletti's 3.Street or rural address: 12583 Highland Avenue CIty: Rancho Cucamonga (Etiwanda) ZIp Code: 91739 County: San Bernardino 4.Parcel Number: 227-411-75 Present Owner: Anne Casaletti Address: 12583 Highland Avenue City: Rancho Cucamonga Zip Code: 91739 5.Ownership is:. ( ) Public ( x ) Private 6.Present Use: Bar, restaurant, residential Original Use: Ranch, roadhouse DESCRIPTION 7a.Archltectural Style: Roadside commercial (altered) 7b. Brlefly describe the present PHYSICAL CONDITION of the site or structure and describe any major alterations from Its original condition: Although the present building appears to be relatively new, it encases the old roadhouse which was known locally as "Mama Casaletti's" to several generations of local residents. The present appearance is the result of a major expansion and remodeling in the early 1960s, which added the dining room and doubled the size of the building. (CONTINUED) 8. Construction date Estimated: ( ) Factual: (1927) 9. Architect: None 10. Builder: Joe Casaleffi 11. Approx. property size (in feet) Frontage: 188' Depth: 200' 12. Date(s) of enclosed photograph(s): May 1988 and January 26, 1989 13.Condition: Excellent ( ) Good (x) Fair( ) Deteriorated( ) 14.Alterations: Building enlarged, exterior remodeled, ranch reduced to lot size, new house built IS.Surroundings: (Check more than one if necessary) Open land ( x ) Scattered buildings ( ) Densely built-up ( ) Residential ( x ) Industrial ( ) Commemial ( ) Other: 16.Threats to site: None known ( )Private Development ( )Zoning ( )Vandalism ( ) Public Works Project ( x ) Other: 17.1s the structure: On its original site? ( x ) Moved? ( ) Unknown? ( ) 18.Related features: Stone cistern, arbor, bocci ball court, shed, c. 1968 residence SIGNIFICANCE 19.Briefly state historical and/or architectural Importance (Include dates, events, and persons associated with the site): Casaletti's is a local institution, having been established in the 1920s on one of the main east-west roads through Etiwanda. Originally a ranch and produce stand, the property soon added a cafe and dance hall which attracted a large following from the Italian community associated with the local vineyards and wineries~ as well as from the influx of workers associated with Kaiser Steel, which opened at the end of 1942. it continues in operation today as a bar and cafe with dancing on weekends, run by Mrs. Anne Casaletti, who has owned the business since 1946. (CONTINUED) Location sketch map (draw & label site and surrounding sireels, roads, and prominent landmarks): See Map 3 20.Main theme of the historic resource: (If more than one is checked, number in order of importance.) Architecture ( ) Arts& Leisure ( ) Economic/Industrial ( ) Exploration/Settlement ( ) Government ( ) Military ( ) Religion ( ) Social/Education ( ) 21.Sources (List books, documents, surveys, personal interviews and their dates.) "Designated and Potential Historical Site List', City of Rancho Cucamonga, March 1988; City historical survey property file for 12583 Highland Avenue, Planning Department, City of Rancho Cucamonga; San Bernardino County Assessor, Lot Books 15, 33, 64, 95 and 122 (1922-48). Interview, Mrs. Anne Casaletti, January 26, 1989. 22.Date form prepared: February 21, 1989 By: Aaron A. Gallup Organization: Caltrans Address: :1120 N Street CIty: Sacramento Zip Code: 95814 Phone: (916) 920-7672 CONTINUATION SHEET MAP REFERENCE NO. 38 7b. Brlefly describe the present PHYSICAL CONDITION of the site or structure and describe any major alterations from its original condition: The original operation was a small roadside produce stand, roadhouse and residence along the old road, a main east-west route through the area. It included several sheds and a barn, part of the original 40-acre ranch operation. Being on the end of the water distribution system, the Casaletti's constructed a large, stone cistern, the foundations and lower walls of which still remain at the northeast corner of the property. When they first bought the proparty, it was all brush and rock; the rocks were cleared away and piled at the ends of the fields. They reclaimed the land and constructed the ranch complex and produce stand, selling their grapes, peaches and eggs to passing motorists; the produce stand operated until 1946, according to Mrs. Anne Casaietti, the present owner. The original dance hall, now encased within the present building, was constructed in 1927; it was a simple, one-story, side-gabled building, wIth the front entrance facing the highway. Large grape arbors were built adjacent to the building, as well as a patio for outdoor dancing and a bocci ball court. The complex became a popular destination for local Italian families in the 1930s and 1940s for picnics and dancing. The present owner and her husband took over the operation in 1946. In the sally 1960s, the old dance hall was enlarged on the south, doubling the building in size. This newer addition contains the kitchen and dining room; the bar was relocated from the end of the original dance hall to the south side within the addition. This provided addItional space, aided by interior walls removals, to considerably enlarge the dance floor.' A small stage at the west end of the dance floor is still used for bands on weekends. The exterior was remodeled to encase the entire building in plywood and batten siding, with a parapet extending above the old roofline, concealing it from view. An open porch spans the west side, which accesses the main entrance from the parking lot. The old ranch buildings and residence have been removed over the years, and the property has been reduced to its present lot size through subdivision. New homes encircle the remaining one-acre parcel. The property includes a newer residence at the rear, built about 1968, and the partial remains of patio, arbor and bocci ball court. 19.Briefly state historical and/or architectural Importance (Include dates; events, and persons associated with the sita): A cursory check of San Bernardin'o County Assessor's lot books showed that the unimproved property was sold by Bertha M. Brown to Joe and Evelina Casaletti in 1925. The Casaletti's had immigrated from Italy, and lived in the Los Angeles area prior to relocating to Etiwanda. Joe Casaletti was an architect, and built a number of homes in Burbank in the 1920s. Anne Casaletti noted that he traded several houses in Burbank for this property. After clearing the land, the Casalettis established a small farm, selling their produce along the highway in front. They also constructed a dance hall, arbor and patio. The property became a major destination point for the Italian community in the 1930s and 1940s, with families driving from as far as Los Angeles for the weekend festivities, which included picnics, dining and dancing. After the opening of Kaiser Steel nearby at the end of 1942, "Mama Casaletti's" began to attract newly arrived residents from eastern cities. Many of the steelworkers with Polish and Slovenian backgrounds began attending the weekend dances at Casaletti's; eventually, the band was changed to Polka music, with a resultant loss of most of the Italian clientele. It continues to operate as Casaletti's Polka Palace, with cafe and bar service during the week and dancing on the weekends. In 1946, the business was taken over by the present owner, Anne Casaletti, and her husband, Tillio. He had been a designer for North American Aviation and Aerojet corporations. The major remodelings were done as part of their operations. He died about 13 years ago; Anne Casaletti has continued to operate the business since that time. Although the property dates back to the late 1920s, and has a colorful local history, the modern alterations preclude its consideration for National Register listing. The old roadhouse has been effectively hidden by modern exterior sheathing, and the ranch and produce operation has been lost to modern housing tracts. Remnants of the arbor, picnic area and bocci ball courts still remain at the rear, giving some evidence of the property's importance to the local Italian vineyard and winery w~rkers during the 1930s and 1940s, but even these few surviving elements have .deteriorated. While the property has some significance in the area of local events, especially with regard to the local Italian community, it has been altered over the years to the degree that it would not meet the criteria of the National Register of Historic Places. Map Reference No. 38 Casaletti's Polka Palace, 12583 Highland Avenue Mrs. Casaletti's home at rear of restaurant Cobblestone foundations at northeast corner of property CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION ARCHITECTURAL INVENTORY/EVALUATION FORM MAP REFERENCE NO. 39 County - Route - Postmile: SBd 30 0.0/22.8 ( ) LISTED ( ) DETERMINED ELIGIBLE ( x ) APPEARS ELIGIBLE ( ) APPEARS INELIGIBLE IDENTIFICATION 1 .Common Name: McGuire House 2.HIstoric Name: James C. Isle House 3.Street or rural address: 6490 Etiwanda Avenue CIty: Rancho Cucamonga (Etiwanda) ZIp Code: 91739 County: San Bernardino 4.Parcel Number: 225-1 71-14 & 19 Present Owner: Alfred and Antoinette McGuire Address: 5995 Etiwanda Avenue CIty: Rancho Cucamonga (Etiwanda) ZIp Code: 91739 5.Ownershlp Is: ( ) Public ( x ) Private 6.Present Use: Residential Original Use: Residential IDESCRIPTION 7a.Architectural Style: Second Empire 7b. Brlefly describe the present PHYSICAL CONDITION of the site or structure and describe any major alterations from Its original condition: The Isle House is an excellent example of Second Empire styling of the 1880s, executed on a small scale. The house was built in 1883 on a nearby lot, and was moved to its present site about 1903. A historic photograph in Etiwanda. The First 100 Years (p. 9) shows the house on its original site about 1892. It appears to be essentially the same, revealing very little modifications were made as a result of the move, or in later years. (CONTINUED) 8. Construction date Estimated: ( ) Factual: (1883) 9. Architect: Unknown 10. Builder: Unknown 11. Approx. property size --~"-" Acreage: 18.9 12. Date(s) of enclosed photograph(s): January 27, 1989 13.Condition: Excellent ( ) Good ( ) Fair (x) Deteriorated ( ) 14.Alterations: Early reiocation of building, addition of wing on west, construction of new shed, loss of groves 15.Surroundings: (Check more than one if necessary) Open land ( x ) Scattered buildings ( x ) Densely built-up ( ) Residential ( x ) Industrial ( ) Commercial ( ) Othor: 16.Threats to site: None known ( ) Private Development ( ) Zoning ( ) Vandalism ( ) Public Works Project ( x ) Other: 17.1s the structure: On its original site? ( ) Moved? ( x ) Unknown? ( ) 18.Related features: Modern shed, house trailers, irrigation "cistern" in field, palm trees, windbreak SIGNIFICANCE 19.Briefly state historical and/or architectural Importance (Include dates, events, and persons associated with the site): The Isle house is an excellent example of and 1880s Second Empire residence constructed on a small scale; although somewhat deteriorated, the house still represents well its type and period, and is one of the rare surviving examples of Mansard- roofed architecture in southern California. A Pew such examples still survive in the Los Angeles area, including the Valley Knudsen Garden Residence, moved to Heritage Square in Highland Park. In the local area, the major example of Second Empire styling is the large, two-story brick Barton House near Colton; it has been listed in the National Register of Historic Places. Several small, wood frame Mansarded houses still survive in San Bernardino. Never plentiful in the area, houses representing this style have virtually disappeared from the architectural landscape. Although altered after the c. 1903 move, most notably with the addition of a rear wing, the expansion of the front perch around the south side, and window and door modifications on the south elevation, the house still is a strong qualifier for the National Register under criterion C. (CONTINUED) Location sketch map (draw & label site and surrounding streets. roads, and prominent landmarks): See Map 3 20.Main theme of the historic resource: (If more than one is checked, number in order of importance.) Architecture ( x ) Arts & Leisure ( ) Economic/Industrial (') Exploration/Settlement (') Government ( ) Military ( ) Religion ( ) Social/Education ( ) 21.Sources (List books, documents, surveys, personal interviews and their dates.) Etiwanda. The First 100 Years. Etiwanda Historical Society, 1982; A History of Etiwanda. by Robert L. Hickcox, 1981 (MS copy in City of Rancho Cucamonga Planning Department historical survey files). "Designated and Potential Historical Site List", City of Rancho Cucamonga, March 1988; City historical survey property file for 6490 Etiwanda Avenue, Planning Department, City of Rancho Cucamonga; San Bernardino County Assessor, Lot Books 4 (1895-1916), 3, 15, 33, 64 and 122 (1917-1948); Fairchild Aerial Photo Collection, Whittier College (Photos C-4061-15, 1936; C-5042-19, 3/13/1938). 22.Date form prepared: February 1, 1989 By: Aaron A. Gallup Organization: Caitrans Address: 1120 N Street CIty: Sacramento Zip Code: 95814 Phone: (916) 920-7672 CONTINUATION SHEET MAP REFERENCE NO. 39 7b. Brlefiy describe the present PHYSICAL CONDITION of the site or structure and describe any major alterations from its original condition: As originally constructed, this small, wood frame house was one and a half stories in height, with a steep, bellcast Mansard roof at the second level; the upper part ef the roof terminated in a low pyramid. Rows of patterned shingles ef varying designs encircled the roof slope, which was broken only by paired dormers on the facade and the two sides. The plan of the house was roughly square. The recessed, transomed entrance was centered in the facade, and was flanked by two large 2/2 double hung windows. A porch spanned the front, with the reef supported by four posts; there was no porch rail, and the entrance was accessed by three centrally-placed steps. A brick chimney arose through the center of the roof. After the move, the building remained essentially the same, but some minor changes were introduced. A small addition was c~nstructed at the rear of the building; it is built of cobblestones, a typical construction material in the local erea after the turn of the century. The porch was extended to wrap around the south side of the building, connecting with the rear addition; it was redosigned to echo the Mansard shape of the original roof. The squared porch supports were replaced by turned posts, and a 'Chinese Chippendale' railing was added; the central entrance steps were removed, and steps were constructed at each end of the porch, with main entrance steps placed diagonally at the southeast corner connecting with a walkway leading to a gate at the corner of the lot. All three sets of steps were flanked by low cobblestone side walls with concrete caps. Later alterations include the creation efa new central doorway on the south side, and its subsequent modification. The roof was damaged during a severe windsterm in 1988, but has been repaired; the porch is also undergoing repair at the present time. Although altered, many of these alterations were made at the time of the move during the association of James C. Isle with the property; they should be viewed as part of the historic fabric, rather than modifications which detract from the significance of the property. Although the loss of the grove is unfortunate, and results in a loss of historic setting, the architectural character of the house is so strong that it still remains an important example of the early architecture of the community. Other property features include three mature palm trees in front of the house on Etiwanda Avenue, and one at the rear on Highland Avenue; several citrus trees and an olive tree still stand near the house. An early concrete irrigation "cistern' or settling b~sin stands in the field to the west of the house. It is associated with the former irrigation system which distributed water to the large citrus groves which occupied Isle's property; the groves have new been removed. The property still retains the old eucalyptus windbreak to the north. Later additions to the property include a c. 1950 wood frame shed/former garage north of the house. A low concrete block fence has been constructed across the front and side ef the yard adjacent to the two intersecting streets. A modern house trailer stands at the rear ef the house. CONTINUATION SHEET MAP REFERENCE NO. 39 19.Briefly ~tate historical end/or erchltecturel importance (Include detes, events, and persons assocla{ed with the site): The house is featured in several local histories; it is one of the oldest surviving buildings of the early days of the Etiwanda Colony. Research in the San Bernardino County Assessor's lot books traced the property back to 1895, when it was owned by Charles Chaffey. The house had been built on another parcel nearby, and was under the ownership of Anne Chaffey; local histories date the construction of the house at 1883. After a series of sales, the house was sold about 1903 to James C. Isle, who moved it on log rollers to its present site. Isle acquired the present property in 1901, but transferred it to William P. Myers two years later. Isle re-acquired the lot in 1906, and continued to own it until 1937, when it was transferred to Madha E. Isle. In 1943, it was acquired by Alfred W. McGuire, the present owner, who is James Isle's grandson. Although the date of the relocation is unknown, it is highly likely to have occurred in 1903, when Isle purchased the house and was still the owner of the corner lot before it was sold to Myers. It was on the new site in 1915, when the assessor's lot books began noting separate assessments for improvements. Isle also acquired numerous other 1 O-acre lots of Etiwanda Colony lands, eventually amassing large citrus holdings; he and his son- in-law, George P. McGuire, were said to have owned 125 acres of citrus land in the community (Hickcox, p. 102). Although James C. Isle owned one of the largest citrus ranches in the Etiwanda area, his contributions to local history do not appear to be well-known. However, the Isle house is an unusual survivor of the early days of settlement in the Etiwanda Colony, dating from the rounding years in the 1880s. The house is widely published in local histories, and remains surprisingly unaltered, considering its 106-year age. Although moved, the reiocation occurred at the turn of the century, and the house remained in its original neighborhood. It continues to be one of the rare surviving examples of its type and period, not only in the local community, but is also rare in southern California. In spite of some deterioration, it still remains a notable example of small-scale domestic Second Empire styling, and appears to meet National Register criterion C at the local level of significance. Map Reference No. 39 James C. isle House, 6490 Etiwanda Avenue, Rancho Cucamonga oo ,- ~ ~n 4.75 AC, ', /~o 7 C 9.5 AC. .® 5 AC ® @ I0 9 9.5 AG. I0 AG --e e e 15 ~ 8.9 AC. R I HIGHLAND AVENUE.--~--:--- ~ : ~ ~ ~1 F Assessor~ M~p Book The property occupies two lots (15 and 16, Block D, Etiwanda Colony Lands) totalling 18.9 acres. Boundaries are drawn upon current lot lines, and encompass the house and surviving portion of Isle's once-larger holdings. CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION ARCHITECTURAL INVENTORY/EVALUATION FORM MAP REFERENCE NO. 40 County - Route - Postmile: SBd 30 0.0/22.8 ( ) LISTED ( ) DETERMINED. ELIGIBLE ( ) APPEARS ELIGIBLE ( x ) APPEARS INELIGIBLE IDENTIFICATION 1.Common Name: Carter House 2.Historic Name: C.N. Ross House 3.Street or rural address: 6527 Etiwanda Avenue CIty: Rancho Cucamonga (Etiwanda) ZIp Code: 91739 County: San Bernardino 4.Parcel Number: 227-051-03 Present Owner: Daniel Massagli Address: P.O. Box 245 CIty: Rancho Cucamonga ZIp Code: 91730 5.Ownership is: ( ) Public ( x ) Private 6.Present Use: Residential Original Use: Residential DESCRIPTION 7a,Architectural Style: Colonial Revival/"Foursquare" 7b. Brlefly describe the present PHYSICAL CONDITION of the site or structure and describe any major alterations from Its original condition: The house is a large, two-stoW building with a medium hip roof; it is very similar in design, scale and age with its neighbor to the east, the Kemp house [Map Reference No. 41]. Although no date of construction could be obtained, the house appears to have been built just after the turn of the century. The roof has triangular attic vents on the east and west slopes, and two "cast stone" concrete block chimneys are placed near the crest; a third chimney of similar material is on the rear slope of the roof. The eaves are open, with projecting rafter ends. The house is sheathed in 2-lap drop siding, and has.a slanted bay with three windows on the ground floor of the south elevation. The house has a symmetrical facade, with the second stow consisting of a central pair of double hung windows, which appear to have provided access to the upper level porch, flanked by two sets of double-hung windows with simple surrounds. The main entrance is centered in the lower level, with the doorway flanked by single, wide 1/1 double-hung windows. The major alteration is the loss of an impressive, full-width front porch, which covered the ground floor, and had an encircling railing creating a balcony above. It was supported by four turned posts, and had a wood floor; it had no railing on the lower level, and was accessed by single steps in the center and on the sides. It has been replaced by three hipped canopies over the front windows and door. At the rear, a one stow addition projects eastward; it has a low gable roof, and was made prior to 1936, as it appears on an aerial photo taken that year. Other alterations include the loss of historic outbuildings and the removal of the surrounding citrus grove. There are no other features on the property except the eucalyptus windbreaks. 8. Construction date Estimated: (1905) Factual: ( ) 9. Architect: Unknown 10. Builder: Unknown 11. Approx. property size Acreage: 10 12. Date(s) of enclosed photograph(s): January 27, 1989 13.Condition: Excellent ( ) Good ( ) Fair (x). Deteriorated( ) 14.Alterations: Removal of front porch, canopies added over front windows, removal of grove and outbuildings 15.Surroundings: (Check more than one if necessary) Open land ( x ) Scattered buildings ( ) Densely built-up ( ) Residential ( x ) Industrial ( ) Commercial ( ) Other: 16.Threats to site: None known ( ) Private Development ( ) Zoning ( ) Vandalism ( ) Public Works Project ( x ) Other: 17.1s the structure: On its original site? ( x ) Moved? ( ) Unknown? ( ) 18.Related features: Eucalyptus windbreaks SIGNIFICANCE 19.Briefly state historical and/or architectural Importance (Include dates, events, and persons associated with the site): The property was traced back through San Bernardino County Assessor lot books to 1895, when it was owned by Charles Newton Ross, a local citrus grower. The lot books for the Etiwanda Colony lands are unusual in that same improvements are shown in the 1890s; a small improvement is shown on the property through Assessor's Year 1901, which has increased roughly seven- fold by 1915, when listing improvements resumed. The house appears to have been constructed shortly after the turn of the century, judging by its architectural character. (CONTINUED) Location sketch map (draw & label site and surrounding streets, roads, and prominent landmarks): See Map 3 20.Main theme of the historic resource: (ff more than one is checked, number in order of importance.) Architecture ( ) Arts&Leisure ( ) Economic/Industrial ( ) Exploration/Settlement ( ) Government ( ) Military ( ) Religion ( ) Social/Education ( ) 21 .Sources (List books, documents, surveys, personal interviews and their dates.) Etiwanda. The First 100 Years. Etiwanda Historical Society, 1982; A Histo_ry of Etiwanda, by Robert L. Hickcox, 1981 (MS copy in City of Rancho Cucamonga Planning Department historical survey files). "Designated and Potential Historical Site List", City of Rancho Cucamonga, March 1988; City historical survey property file for 6527 Etiwanda Avenue, Planning Department, City of Rancho Cucamonga; San Bernardino County Assessor, Lot Books 4 (old series, 1895-1916), 3, 15, 33, 64, 95 and 122 (1917-1948). Fairchild Aerial Photo Collection, Whittier College (Photos C-4061-15, 1936; C-5042-19, 3/13/1938). 22.Date form prepared: February 21, 1 989 By: Aaron A. Gallup Organization: Caitrans Address: 1120 N Street City: Sacramento ZIp Code: 95814 Phone: (916) 920-7672 , CONTINUATION SHEET MAP REFERENCE NO. 4o 19.Briefly state historical and/or architectural importance (Include dates, events, and persons associated with the site): C. Newton Ross was one of the early settlers in the Etiwanda Colony; the Ontario Fruit GroWer of March 13, 1883 noted he owned 10 acres of vines and trees in Etiwanda (Hickcox, p. 118). In 1894 he is listed as a shareholder in the Etiwanda Fruit Company (Hickcox, p. 243), and was active in the promotion of the local citrus industry. By 1908, he was president of the Etiwanda Citrus Association; two years later, he was serving as vice-president of the organization, now renamed the Etiwanda Citrus Fruit Growers Association. By 1914, he was president of the Etiwanda Foothill Citrus Association. He appears to have been a major citrus grower in the community, having owned several 10-acre parcels; county records show assessments in the three and four thousand dollar range for his orchards from 1917 to 1923. It is likely he built his large home from the proceeds of his early successes in the citrus industry. The property remained in his ownership until 1925, when it was transferred to Harold B. Ross and other members of the family. In 1936, it became the property of Stella A. Carter, who appears to have been a member of the family, possibly a daughter. She was still shown as the owner in 1948. The house was the home of a prominent local citrus grower and his family. C. Newton Ross appears to have made notable contributions to local history, especially with regard to the citrus industry. The house, however, has been substantially altered from his period of association with it, having lost a major character-defining element, the large, elegant front porch; its replacement by three triangular canopy over the ground floor windows and doors further detract from the appearance as Ross would have known the house. Also, an unattractive rear addition has been made, and the historic outbuildings and groves associated with the property's significance as a citrus ranch have been removed. The house now stands alone on a large, bare lot, and does not convey the sense of time and place required by the National Register. Although the house may have had some local significance for its direct association with C. N. Ross, it has been so substantially altered that it no longer meets the criteria of the National Register of Historic Places. Map Reference No. 40 C. N. Ross House, 6527 Etiwanda Avenue Front elevation, cobblestone curb in foreground Rear elevation CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION ARCHITECTURAL INVENTORY/EVALUATION FORM MAP REFERENCE NO. 41 County - Route - Postmile: SBd 30 0.0/22.8 ( ) LISTED ( ) DETERMINED ELIGIBLE ( ) APPEARS ELIGIBLE ( x ) APPEARS I'NELIGIBLE IDENTIFICATION 1.Common Name: Unknown 2.HIstoric Name: Marcus Kemp House 3.Street or rural address: 13151 Highland Avenue City: Rancho Cucamonga (Etiwanda) Zip Code: 91739 County: San Bernardino 4.Parcel Number: 227-051-06 Present Owner: Kong and Nancy Wu Address: 638 W. 17th Street City: Upland ZIp Code: 91786 5.Ownership is: ( ) Public ( x ) Private 6.Present Use: Residential rental Original Use: Residential DESCRIPTION 7a.Architectural Style: Colonial Revival/"Foursquare" 7b. Brlefly describe the present PHYSICAL CONDITION of the site or structure and describe any major alterations from its original condition: The Kemp house is a large, two-story house, square in plan, with a medium hip roof. It shares strong similarities with the C. N. Ross house immediately to the west, and was probably built about the same time, possibly by the same builder. The date of construction is unknown, but the architectural character of the building suggests a date shortly after the turn of the century. (CONTINUED) 8. Construction date Estimated: (1905) Factual: ( ) 9. Architect: Unknown 10. Builder: Unknown 11. Approx. property size (in feet) Frontage: 660 Depth: 330 12. Date(s) of enclosed photograph(s): January 27, 1989 13.Condition: Excellent( ) Good (x) Fair( ) Deteriorated( ) 14.Alteratione: Removal of front porch, enclosure of rear porch, removal of grove on east, loss of historic outbuildings 15.Surroundings: (Check more than one if necessary) Open land ( ) Scattered buildings ( x ) Densely built-up ( ) Residential ( x ) Industrial ( ) Commercial ( ) Other: 18.Threats to site: None known ( ) Private Development ( ) Zoning ( ) Vandalism ( ) Public Works Project ( x ) Other: 17.lethe structure: On itsoriginalsite? (x) Moved? ( ) Unknown? ( ) 18.Related features: Citrus grove, modern garage, house trailer SIGNIFICANCE 19.Briefly state historical and/or architectural Importance (include dates, events, and persons associated with the site): The property was once the home of the Marcus Kemp family, early citrus growers in the community. San Bernardino County Assessor's lot books were traced back to 1895; the first owner at that time was S. C. Kemp, who owned Lot 2 and Lot 7 of Block H, Etiwanda Colony Lands. The property was transferred to Eliza Kemp in Assessment Year 1897, and remained in her ownership until 1910, when it was passed on to Marcus R. Kemp and Anna M. Stettler; her relationship could not be verified, although it is not unlikely that she was a member of the family, such as a sister or daughter. The 1895-1900 Lot Book is unusual in its notation of improvements, which were generally not recorded in the lot books until 1915; it notes a small ($90) structural improvement on the land in Assessment Year 1898, along with $375 in "trees/vines". In the next notation of improvements (1915), the value of improvements had jumped to $900, verifying the addition of a major structure. (CONTINUED) Location sketch map (draw & label site and surrounding sb'eets, roads, and prominent landmarks): See Map 3 20.Main theme of the historic resource: (ff more than one is checked, number in order of importance.) Architecture ( ) Arts& Leisure ( ) Economic/Industrial ( ) Exploration/Settlement ( ) Government ( ) Military ( ) Religion ( ) Social/Education ( ) 21.Sources (List books, documents, surveys, personal interviews and their dates.) Etiwanda. The First 100 Years. Etiwanda Historical Society, 1982; A Historv of Etiwanda. by Robert L. Hickcox, 1981 (MS on file in City of Rancho Cucamonga Planning Department historical survey files). "Designated and Potential Historical Site List", City of Rancho Cucamonga, March 1988; City historical survey property file for 13151 Highland Avenue, Planning Department, City of Rancho Cucamonga; San Bernardino County Assessor, Lot Books 4 (old series, 1895-1916), 3, 15, 33, 64, 95 and 122 (1917-1948). Fairchild Aerial Photo Collection, Whittier College (Photos C-4061-15, 1936; C-5042-19, 3/13/1938). 22.Date form prepared: February 1, 1989 By: Aaron A. Gallup Organization: Caitrans Address: 1120 N Street City: Sacramento Zip Code: 95814 Phone: (916) 920-7672 CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION ARCHITECTURAL INVENTORY/EVALUATION FORM MAP REFERENCE NO. 42 County - Route - Postmile: SBd 30 0.0/22.8 ( ) LISTED ( ) DETERMINED ELIGIBLE ( x ) APPEARS ELIGIBLE ( ) APPEARS INELIGIBLE IDENTIFICATION 1.Common Name: Pettitt House 2.HIstoric Name: Ernst Mueller House 3.Street or rural address: 6563 East Avenue CIty: Rancho Cucamonga (Etiwanda) Zlp Code: 91739 County: San Bernardino 4.Parcel Number: 227-071-17 Present Owner: Albert and Nell Pettitt Address: 6563 East Avenue City: Rancho Cucamonga Zip Code: 91739 5.Ownership Is: ( ) Public ( x ) Private 6.Present Use: Residential Original Use: Residential, citrus ranch DESCRIPTION 7a.Architectural Style: Craftsman 7b. Brlefly describe the present PHYSICAL CONDITION of the site or structure and describe any major alterations from its original condition: This large, two-story, wood-frame residence is one of the finest examples of Craftsman architecture in the Etiwanda area. It was built in 1914 for a prominent local citrus grower, Ernst Mueller, and his family. It rests upon a stone or stone- faced foundation; the plan is roughly square, with a side-gabled front section and a cross-gabled extension at the rear. The dining room and an upstairs bedroom are housed in a small wing which projects from the east half of the south elevation and is capped by a medium gable with detailing which repeats that of the main gable. The medium-gabled roof has wide, overhanging eaves with exposed rafter ends on the sides and projecting purlins with open braces and collar ties in the gable ends. The house is sheathed in a three-lap drop siding. The facade, which faces west, is symmetrical in composition, with the symmetry broken only by a porch which wraps around the southwest corner; the porch has a stone railing with concrete cap. The porch roof is a combination shed and gable, and is supported by piers on the south side. Centered over the entrance is a front-gabled porch with expressed structure and supports rising from stone piers; four concrete steps access the front porch from the walkway which leads from the street in front. The main entrance is flanked by td-partite, double-hung windows with simple surrounds. The second story windows are paired, and flank a small, centrally placed window over the entrance. The attic is lighted by a shed- roofed dormer in the center of the west-facing roof slope. Other stonework includes the living room fireplace chimney on the south which rises through the porch roof and southern gable overhang, and the high stone rail of a recessed porch at the northeast corner in the rear wing. The interior of the house is virtually unaltered, featuring a stone fireplace in the living room and original woodwork throughout; only the kitchen has been remodeled. (CONTINUED) 8. Construction date Estimated: ( ) Factual: (1914) 9. Architect: Unknown 10. Builder: Unknown 11. Approx. property size (in feet) Frontage: 530' Depth: 660' 12. Date(s) of enclosed photograph(s): January 27, 1989 CONTINUATION SHEET MAP REFERENCE NO. 41 7b. Brlefly describe the present PHYSICAL CONDITION of the site or structure and describe any major alterations from its original condition: The house sits back from the road near the middle of its lot, sheltered by a citrus grove on the west and large cypress trees in front. It is sheathed in two-lap drop siding, and rests upon a poured concrete foundation scored to resemble masonry, Detailing is simple, with a boxed cornice and plain frieze below the hip roof, end boards at the buildings corners, and triangular attic vents on the east and west elevations. A "cast stone" concrete block chimney protrudes through the eastern slope of the roof, accompanied by a brick chimney on the opposite side of the attic vent. A slanted, three-window bay projects on the first story of the east elevation. The facade has a centrally-placed double window on the second story, flanked by single windows; windows are 1/1 double-hung with simple surrounds. The ground floor has an asymmetrical arrangement of openings on the front; the entrance doorway is offset to the west, with a tall, narrow window on the right side and a tall, wide window centered in the eastern haft. A full-width Classical/Colonial Revival porch, pictured in Etiwanda. The First 1 O0 Ye~r~, originally spanned the lower half of the facade; it was supported by four, evenly-spaced Tuscan columns, and had upper and lower porch railings. The upper railing had simple, squared balusters, broken by short posts continuing above the columns of the lower level; the lower railing was more ornamental, being of a "Chinese Chippendale" design. The porch was accessed by steps in the western third, which led to the offset entrance door. This large, handsome porch, one of the major character-defining elements of the original design, has been removed; its replacement is a small portico supported by two classical columns over the front steps; the columns may be recycled from the original porch. A recessed rear porch at the southwest corner is now boarded over. Other property features include a newer garage at the rear, with a medium gable and stucco exterior. A house trailer stands across the driveway to the west of the house. Historic aerial photos taken in 1936 and 1938 show the property also had a large barn, set back some distance behind the house, and a citrus grove on the east; these have now been removed. 19.Briefly state historical and/or archltactural importance (Include dates, events, and persons associated with the site): The assessment remained relatively constant through 1948, which showed the property still in family ownership; Mary W. Kemp had acquired Marcus' half ownership of the property in 1923, and became sole owner in 1928. After Mary Kemp's death, the property was inherited by another member of the family, who owned it until the recent sale to the current owners. The Kemp family appears to have been among the early settlers of the Etiwanda Colony. While little biographical information could be obtained, several references verify their presence in the area in the late 19th century. A C. E. Kemp was reported in the Ontario Fruit Grower of March 13, 1883, as having 5 acres in vines and trees in Etiwanda, with a house and barn about to be built (Hickcox, p. 118) and Marcus R. 'Kemp was listed as a shareholder in. the Etiwanda Fruit Company in 1895 (Hickcox, p. 243). Assessors records establish the family's association with this property as early as 1895. The subject house was probably built as a result of their success in citrus growing, as it appears to have replaced a much smaller improvement on the property. While the family was among early settlers in the Etiwanda area, their specific contributions to local history could not be identified. They were involved in citrus growing, and had a direct association with the subject property until recent years, but do not appear to have made significant contributions to the history of the local area under criterion B. While the house is an interesting remnant of local citrus ranching at the turn of the century, it has lost its historic ranch outbuildings and a major part of its surrounding groves; in addition, it has been significantly altered, and does not retain enough of its original architectural character to be considered under criterion C. The property does not appear to meet the criteria of the National Register. 13.Condition: Excellent (x) Good ( ) Fair( ) Deteriorated( ) 14.Alterations: Loss of early barn and chicken houses, remodeling of kitchen, recent subdivision of property 15.Surroundings: (Check more than one if necessary) Open land ( ) Scattered buildings ( x ) Deqsely built-up ( ) Residential ( x ) Industrial ( ) Commercial ( ) Other: Citrus grove 16.Threats to site: None known ( ) Private Development ( ) Zoning ( ) Vandalism ( ) Public Works Project ( x ) Other: 17.1s the structure: On its original site? ( x ) Moved? ( ) Unknown? ( ) 18.Related features: citrus grove, row of magnolia trees, several later outbuildings SIGNIFICANCE 19.Briefly state historical and/or architectural Importance (Include dates, events, and persons associated with the site): This large Craftsman house was built by a prominent local citrus grower in 1914. Ernst Mueller, born in Germany in 1864, immigrated to the United States in 1884. He lived in Wisconsin and Minnesota before arriving in Etiwanda about 1892. He met Katherine Stegmeier, also born in Germany, whose family arrived in the United States in 1880; the Stegmeiers had settled in Los Angeles prior to their relocation to Etiwanda. They were married in 1894. The Muellers had three sons and a daughter who died as a child. (CONTINUED) Location sketch map (draw & label site and surrounding streets, roads, and prominent landmarks): See Map 3 20.Main theme of the historic resource: (If more than one is checked, number in order of importance.) Architecture (x ) Arts& Leisure ( ) Economic/Industrial ( ) Exploration/Settlement ( ) Government ( ) Military ( ) Religion ( ) Social/Education ( ) 21 .Sources (List books, documents, surveys, personal interviews and their dates.) Etiwanda. The First 100 Years. Etiwanda Historical Society, 1982; A History of EtiWi~rl~a- by Robert L. Hickcox, 1981, pp. 94-95, 237 (MS copy in City of Rancho Cucamonga Planning Department historical survey files). "Designated and Potential Historical Site List", City of Rancho Cucamonga, March 1988; City historical survey property file for 6563 East Avenue, Planning Department, City of Rancho Cucamonga; Fairchild Aerial Photo Collection, Whittier College (Photos C-4061-15, 1936; C-5042-19, 3/13/1938); interview, Albert and Nell Pettitt, owners, January 27, 1989. 22.Date form prepared: February 1, 1989 By: Aaron A. Gallup Organization: Caltrans Address: 1120 N Street City: Sacramento Zip Code: 95814 Phone: (916) 920-7672 CONTINUATION SHEET MAP REFERENCE NO. 42 To. Briefly describe the present PHYSICAL CONDITION of the site or structure and describe any major alterations from its original condition: The house is set back from the street, surrounded by heaving landscaping and a citrus grove. Other property features a row of old magnolia trees along East Avenue north of the house, and several small outbuildings. Chicken houses and a large barn also occupied the property, but were destroyed by fire early in the 1980s. Several sheds, which appear to be relatively recant in construction, are located just north and east of the house. 19.Briefly state historical and/or architectural importance (Include dates, events, and persons associated with the site): County Assessor's Lot Books show Mueller purchased the subject property in 1902; he bought the property at the northeast corner of East and Highland Avenues in 1904, where he built the family's first house. He is also said to have planted the row of magnolia trees on East Avenue that same year. The family moved into their new house in 191 4; although a severe freeze in 1913 devastated the citrus industry in southern California, Mueller is said to picked his lemon crop prior to the disaster, and built his house from the proceeds of that years crop. He was an active promoter of the local citrus industry, having served for a number of years on the board of directors of the Etiwanda Citrus Fruit Association, and was its president at the time this house was built. Other members of the family were also quite active in local church and community affairs. Ernst Mueller died in 1946, and his wife continued to live in the house until her death in 1970. The current owners purchased the property from the Mueller family in 1975. The Mueller house is an excellent local example of early 20th century Craftsman styling. It is one of the finest examples of its type and period in the local community and has retained an unusually high level of integrity. Although a portion of the surrounding citrus acreage has been subdivided for residential development, the house and its remaining citrus acreage still retain the feel of an early citrus ranch, a type of property now virtually extinct in the rapidly-developing City of Rancho Cucamonga, of which Etiwanda is now a part. In addition, it is directly associated with a prominent local citrus grower, whose personal contributions, as well as those of his family, were important to the history of the local community. The property appears to meet National Register criteria B and C at the local level of significance. Map Reference No. 42 Ernst Mueller House, 6563 East Avenue Front elevation Side and rear elevation, looking southwest Map Reference No. 42 Ernst Mueller House, 6563 East Avenue South elevation Map Reference No. 42 Ernst Mueller House, 6563 East Avenue, Rancho Cucamonga HIGHLAND ~ ' I ~ 3.1ZAC, ,,o s@ ® ~ ., 9. 65 AC I0 AC. '. Boundaries are drawn upon current lot lines which encompass the house and remaining citrus grove upon the 330' by 660' parcel. This is the 5 acre remnant of the once-larger citrus ranch. - CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION ARCHITECTURAL INVENTORY/EVALUATION FORM MAP REFERENCE NO. 43 County - Route - Postmile: SBd 30 0.0/22.8 ( ) LISTED ( ) DETERMINED ELIGIBLE ( ) APPEARS ELIGIBLE ( x ) APPEARS INELIGIBLE I:DENTIFICATION 1.Common Name: Jim's Landscaping and Nursery 2.HIstoric Name: Tibbetts House 3.Street or rural address: 13719 Highland Avenue CIty: Rancho Cucamonga (Etiwanda) ZIp Code: 91739 County: San Bernardino 4.Parcel Number: 228-011-18 Present Owner: James and Paula Gidcumb Address: same 5.Ownership Is: ( ) Public ( x ) Private 6.Present Use: Residential, nursery Original Use: Residential DESCRIPTION 7a.Architectural Style: Vernacular cobblestone bungalow (altered) 7b. Brlefly describe the present PHYSICAL CONDITION of the site or structure and describe any major alterations from its original condition: The present house is irregular in plan, having evolved from a simple rectangle through a series of additions. It is a one-story building, with a mix of construction materials, having both wood frame and stone sections. It is difficult to determine which section was the original house of 1929, as later additions obscure the exterior walls. It is known that the 1936 addition expanded the rectangle into an L-shaped plan, which can be seen on the 1938 aerial photograph. According to the present owner, the "rustic" section was added to the earlier house; if that is the case, the original house would have been the gabled section roughly in the center of the present western elevation, and the 1936 addition was the hip-roofed stone bungalow on the east. 8. Construction date Estimated: ( ) Factual: (1929-36) 9. Architect: Unknown 10. Builder: George W. 'Rbbetts 11. Approx. property size Acreage: 1.07 acre 12. Date(s) of enclosed photograph(s): January 27, 1989 13.Condition: Excellent( ) Good (x) Fair( ) Deteriorated( ) 14.Alterations: Major addition in 1947, addition of antique shop, attached garage 15.Surroundings: (Check more than one if necessary) Open land ( x ) Scattered buildings ( )Densely built-up ( ) Residential ( ) Industrial ( ) Commercial ( )Other: 16.Threats to site: None known ( ) Private Development ( ) Zoning ( )Vandalism ( )Public Works Project ( x ) Other: 17.1s the structure: On its original site? ( x ) Moved? ( ) Unknown? ( ) 18.Related features: nursery SIGNIFICANCE 19.Briefly state historical and/or architectural Importance (Include dates, events, and persons associated with the site): The stone portion of the house demonstrates a high level of craftsmanship, and appears to have been an excellent example of the cobblestone vernacular tradition in the local community. It dates from the 1930s, but has been substantially altered by later additions; it now forms the core of a much larger and newer building. The building evolved over several decades, with some of the later additions by the original builder, but it is difficult to tell which sections were built when. According the the present owner, the house was built by George Tibbetts, a carpenter who moved to the area from Maine before the turn of the century; he is said to have started the house in 1915, with the rock portion constructed during the Depression. If this sequence is correct, the original house may be the medium-gabled section on the west, now faced with rock on the lower part of the wall, with the larger, hip-roofed stone house being the second phase of construction. County assessor's lot books confirm the Tibbetts family as the owners at the time the house was built, and it does appear to have been constructed in several stages, but the initial construction appears to be later than the 1915 estimate. (CONTINUED) Location sketch map (draw & label site and surrounding streets, roads, and prominent landmarks): See Map 3 20.Main theme of the historic resource: (If more than one is checked, number in order of importance.) Architecture ( ) Arts& Leisure ( ) Economic/Industrial ( ) Exploration/Settlement ( ) Government ( ) Military ( ) Religion ( ) Social/Education ( ) 21.Sources (List books, documents, surveys, personal interviews and their dates.) Fairchild Aerial Photo Collection, Whittier College (Photo C-4061-15, 1936; C-5042-19, 3/13/1938); "Designated and Potential Historical Site List", City of Rancho Cucamonga, March 1988; City historical site survey, property file for 13719 Highland Avenue, Planning Department, City of Ranch Cucamonga. San Bernardino County Assessor, Lot Books 3, 15, 33, 64, 95 and 122 (1916-48); Interview, Mrs. Anne Casaletti, January 26, 1989; interview, Jim Gidcumb, owner, January 27, 1989. 22.Date form prepared: February 1, 1989 By: Aaron A. Gallup Organization: Caitrans Address: 1120 N Street CIty: Sacramento Zip Code: 95814 Phone: (916) 920-7672 CONTINUATION SEIEET MAP REFERENCE NO. 43 7b. Brlefly describe the present PHYSICAL CONDITION of the site or structure and describe any major alterations from its orig inal cond ition: The stone portion shows a high level of skilled craftsmanship in its construction, with a varied of irregular stone shapes and colors carefully laid to create a highly picturesque effect. The east wall has an exterior stone chimney which tapers to a cap of vertically-placed stones high above the roof. The main facade appears to have been on the north, with a central entrance flanked by large cottage windows. The stonework on the west elevation covers the lower half of the gable end, with stucco in the gable itself; it is not known if this work is original, or was added later to blend the older section with the stone addition. Several major additions have transformed the L-shaped house of the 1930s into its present form, including the extension of the roof on the north to create a large, overhanging gabled porch, and a shed-roofed wing at the northwest comer, which may have been the addition constructed to house an antique shop; this section has stucco exterior sheathing, and large, fixed, multi- pane windows on the north and west, with an entrance door centered on the west and another leading onto the porch. The shed roof of this addition has been extended by a modern pergola. On the south, attached to the rear of the stone house, is a recent medium-gabled addition which houses the garage and additional rooms; it projects to the line of the western elevation, creating a double gable with the earlier portion of the house. Also occupying the property are rock features outlining walkways and flower beds. The nursery and associated sheds are located east of the house. 19.Briefly state historical and/or architectural Importance (Include dates, events, and persons associated with the site): The ownership was traced back to 1916, when the original unimproved 80 acre parcel was owned by Abraham R. Lemon. A small improvement of $50 appeared in 1922, but apparently was not on this part of the property, as it accompanied a 60-acre parcel when the lot was split in 1927. This left a 20-acre remnant, the forerunner of the present lot, without improvements. Carrio M. Tibbetts purchased the 20 acre lot in 1927, and it remained unimproved until Assessment Year 1930, when a $300 improvement confirmed the construction of a structure, probably the original section of the subject residence, upon the lot in 1929. A March 1936 aerial photograph shows a simple, rectangular house on the property at that time. The value of improvements almost doubled in Assessment Year 1937, which probably reflects a substantial enlargement of the house later in 1936; this would confirm the sequence of events related by the current owner, and would have produced a house with an L-shaped plan, which is verified by the 1938 aerials. The assessment records are unclear for the next several years, due to another lot split and construction of an adjacent house on the south for Maurice and Florence Tibbetts in 1943. However, a large improvement was made again on the subject property in 1947, which was probably another major addition to the house. It is known that an antique shop was added onto the house; the date is unknown, but it was done prior to the current owner's acquisition of the property in the early 1970s. The present owner added the attached garage on the south and east in the mid-1980s. The property has been identified as significant in the historical survey conducted by the City of Rancho Cucamonga. Although it has some local interest for its association with the Tibbetts family and for the cobblestone construction of the 1930s section, the house continued to grow over the years, eventually engulfing the handsome stone bungalow built by George Tibbetts. Although later alterations appear to have been made by Tibbetts, they fall far short of the National Register's 50 year guideline, and do not display exceptional importance. The present appearance of the house is largely that of the newer sections; the exterior of the stone house can still be viewed only from the northeast before it disappears into newer construction. Because the house of the 1930s has been so heavily altered by later additions, its architectural value under criterion C as a significant example of its type, period or method of construction has been substantially diminished. It does not appear to meet the criteria of eligibility of the National Register of Historic Places. Map Reference No. 43 Tibbetts House, 13719 Highland Avenue North elevation, main entrance East elevation from nursery at rear of property Map Reference No. 43 Tibbetts House, 13719 Highland Avenue Looking southeast Rear (street side) elevation Originally front elevation of house CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION ARCHITECTURAL INVENTORY/EVALUATION FORM MAP REFERENCE NO. 44 County - Route - Postmile: SBd 30 0.0/22.8 ( ) LISTED ( ) DETERMINED ELIGIBLE ( ) APPEARS ELIGIBLE ( x ) APPEARS INELIGIBLE IDENTIFICATION 1 .Common Name: Reservoir 2.Historic Name: Arrowhead Realty Co. Reservoir 3.Street or rural address: SW corner Highland & Hemlock (6556 Hemlock) City: Fontana Zip Code: 92335 County: San Bernardino 4.Parcel Number: 228-021-10 Present Owner: Isabel Sharp, et. aL Address: 6556 Hemlock CIty: Fontana Zip Code: 92335 5.Ownership is: ( ) Public ( x ) Private 6.Present Use: Abandoned Original Use: Reservoir DESCRIPTION 7a.Architectural Style: utilitarian (reservoir) 7b. Brlefly describe the present PHYSICAL CONDITION of the site or structure and describe any major alterations from its original condition: This feature is a large, square reservoir with rounded corners. it is constructed partially above grade on a corner site which slopes gently to the south. The surrounding embankment is steeper and higher to the south. The perimeter walls are of two different types of stone: fieldstone set in concrete, and a large section of cobblestone at the 'northeast corner. The interior is lined with concrete. The reservoir wall has been breached at several points, and evidence of associated pumping equipment no longer remains. The reservoir lot has pepper and eucalyptus trees along the fence on the south and east sides. A modern residence, built in 1978, is located on the south half of the property. 8. Construction date Estimated: (1915) Factual: ( '~ 9. Architect: Unknown 10. Bullden Arrowhead Realty Cornpan 11. Approx. property size (In feet) Acreage: 1.7 acres 12. Date(s) of enclosed photograph(s): February 16, 1989 1