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HISTORIC PRESERVATION
COMMISSION AGENDA
WEDNESDAY NOVEMBER 13, 2002 7:00 PM
Rancho Cucamonga Civic Center
Council Chamber
10500 Civic Center Drive
Rancho Cucamonga, California
I. CALL TO ORDER
Pledge of Allegiance
Roll Call
Chairman McNiel Vice Chairman Maaas
Com Mannenno _ Com Stewart _ Com Toistoy
II. ANNOUNCEMENTS
III. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
April 24, 2002
June 26, 2002
IV. CONSENT CALENDAR
The following Consent Calendar items are expected to be routine and non-
controvers~al They wdl be acted on by the Comm~ss~on at one time without
d~scuss~on If anyone has concern over any item, ~t should be removed for
discussion
A MILLS ACT AGREEMENT MA2002-00001 - SOHEILA AZIZI - A
request to implement the use of the Mills Act to reduce property tax
on the Mitchell Family Residence, a Historic Landmark, located at
10213 Foothill Boulevard - APN 208-331-07 Related files
Landmark Designation LD2002-00003, Landmark Alteration Permit
LA2002-00003, and Minor Development Review DRC2002-00806
V. PUBLIC HEARINGS
The following ems are public hearings in which concerned individuals may voice
their opm~on the related protect Please wait to be recognized by the Chaiman
and address the Commission by stating your name and address All such
opinions shail6e limited to 5 minutes per md~v~dual for each pro/ect Please sign
m after speaMtag
B LANDA~IiRK DESIGNATION LD2002-00003 - SOHEILA AZIZI - An
application to designate the Mitchell Family Residence as a Historic
Landn~rk, located at 10213 Foothill Boulevard as a Historic
Landn~rk -APN 208-331-07 Related files Landmark Alteration
Permrt LA2002-00003, Mills Act Agreement MA2002-00001, and
Minor Development Revew DRC2002-00806
C LANDMARK ALTERATION PERMIT LA2002-00003 - SOHEILA
AZIZI - An application to convert the historic Mitchell Family
Residence from residential to office use and to allow minor exterior
changes, located at 10213 Foothill Boulevard -APN 208-331-07
Related files Landmark Designation LD2002-00003, Mills Act
Agreement MA2002-00001, and Minor Development Review
DRC2002-00806
VI. PUBLIC COMMENTS
This ~s the hme and place for the general public to address the comm~ss~on Items
to be discussed here are those that do not already appear on this agenda
VII. COMMISSION BUSINESS
VIII. ADJOURNMENT
1, Gail Sanchez, Planning Commission Secretary of the City of Rancho
Cucamonga, or my designee, hereby certify that a true, accurate copy of the
foregoing agenda was posted on November 7, 2002, at least 72 hours poor to the
meeting per Government Code SecLon 54964 2 at 10500 Civic Center Drive,
Rancho Cucamonga
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Staff Report
DATE November 13, 2002
TO Chairman and Members of the Historic Preservation Commission
FROM Brad Buller, Clty Planner
BY Duane Morita, Planning Consultant
SUBJECT LANDMARK DESIGNATION LD2002-00003 - SOHEILA AZIZI - An application
to designate the Mitchell family residence as a Hlstonc Landmark, located at
10213 Foothill Boulevard as a Historic Landmark -APN 208-331-07 Related
files Landmark Alteration Permit LA2002-00003, Mills Act Agreement
MA2002-00001, and Minor Development Review DRC2002-00806.
LANDMARK ALTERATION PERMIT LA2002-00003 - SOHEILA AZIZI - An
application to convert the historic Mitchell family residence from residential to
office use and to allow minor exterior changes, located at 10213 Foothill
Boulevard - APN 208-331-07 Related files Landmark Designation
LD2002-00003, Mills Act Agreement MA2002-00001, and Minor Development
Review DRC2002-00806.
MILLS ACT AGREEMENT MA2002-00001 - SOHEILA AZIZI - A request to
implement the use of the Mllis Act to reduce property tax on the Mitchell family
residence, a Historic Landmark, located at 10213 Foothill Boulevard -
APN 208-331-07 Related files Landmark Designation LD2002-00003,
Landmark Alteration Permit LA2002-00003, and Minor Deevelopment Review
DRC2002-00806
BACKGROUND
A Project Descriotion A Landmark Designation and Landmark Alteration Permit are
necessary to protect the historic Mitchell family residence The applicant Is proposing to
convert the Mitchell residence from a residential use to an office building Tenant
improvements are being considered Minor changes to the building's exterior are also
being proposed, including construction of a new stairway and re-plastering of an existing
block wall
i B Slte Characteristics The 1 25-acre subtect property is designated Office by the City
General Plan and zoned CO (Commercial Office) by the Clty Development Code The
Mitchell residence Is one of four structures located on-site Three existing units are
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located in two buildings immediately east of the Mitchell residence, a garage and
dilapidated residence structure are located further to the south Surrounding uses include
an existing Kindercare to the west, a vacant parcel to the east, and single-family
residences to the south.
C General• The Mitchell residence is a two-story rectangular structure of craftsman styling
with Italianate influence. The roof is medwm gable with red tile, exposed eaves and knee
braces in gable end The exterior is stucco. Second-story windows are single,
rectangular pane with wood lintel and sill Windows on the lower level have transoms with
leaded glass The front door is wood with leaded glass panels. A front arcade with a roof
sundeck and castellation is present, continuing around the west side of the structure
Multiple French windows open out onto the second-story deck
D Historical Sianificence The Mitchell residence is an example of a tum of the century
vineyard house. Built by E DeLarsen in 1918, the property is urnque in that the housing
for the vineyard workers was built close to the main Mitchell residence. In most vineyards,
worker housing was typically located some distance away from the owner's house, usually
back in the vineyards DeLarsen owned the property from 1915 to 1927 It was then
transferred through several different owners until 1943 when it was bought by the current
owners, Ellsworth and Harnett Mitchell The Mitchells have long been established within
the community. Ellsworth's father established Mitchell and Son Plumbing in 1938 in
Upland and the business continues under Ellsworth's children
ANALYSIS
A Landmark Desionation The requested landmark designation is for the Mitchell residence
The subject structure qualifies for landmark designation based upon the criteria from the
City's Historic Preservation Ordinance, including the following significant areas. historical,
architectural, and neighborhood and geographic setting Details concerning these areas
of significance are described in the Facts for Findings section of this staff report
B Proposed Alterations The applicant is proposing to convert the Mitchell residence from a
residential use to an office bwlding Tenant improvements are being considered Minor
changes to the building's exterior are also being proposed, including construction of a new
stairway and re-plastering of an existing block wall. All exterior modifications made to the
structure will be "in kind" replacements that should resemble the original building materials
and architectural features as much as possible A separate Minor Development Review
application is being processed which will address site planning and parking issues and the
Conditions of Approval for the Minor Development Review will apply to the Landmark
Alteration Permit
C Mills Act Agreement In accordance with City policy, the owner has requested a Mills Act
Agreement The concept of the Mills Act is to provide an incentive for the property owner
to protect and preserve the property by retaining its characteristics of historical
sigmficance Through the reduction of property taxes, the property owner is encouraged
to reinvest the money saved from the reduced property tax and use it on improvements to
the property The properties that enter into the agreement are to be inspected by City staff
on an annual basis to determine whether notable progress has been made in rehabilitating
the property The exact amount of annual property tax savings to the owner are
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dependent upon the County Assessor's property valuation, which is based on income
potential and the capitalization rate at the time of assessment The Agreement Schedule
List of Improvements has been drafted and reviewed and is attached for reference
D Environmental Assessment The project is categorically exempt under Class 3.e of Article
19, Section 15308 of the Guidelines for the California Environmental Quality Act
FACTS FOR FINDINGS
A Historical Sianficance
Finding 1 • The proposed landmark is particularly representative of an historic period, type,
style, region, or way of life
Facts The house identifies the historic period of the early 1900s when grove and
vineyard production was at its peak in the commurnty and the region The
residence is an example of a vineyard house, which was common at the turn of
the century
Finding 2• The proposed landmark is an example of a type of building, which was once
common, but is now rare
Facts The residence is indicatve of the style and design used by the once prevalent,
but now rare, rural grove and vineyard houses
Finding 3 The proposed landmark is of greater age than most of its kind
FacUs The landmark-eligible property is approximately 84 years old and is an example
of Craftsman style of architecture with Italianate influence
Finding 4• The proposed landmark was connected with someone renowned or important
or a local personality
FacUs The house was built by E DeLarsen The Mitchell family bought the residence
in 1943 The Mitchells have long been established within the community
Elisworth's father established Mitchell and Son Plumbing in 1938 in Upland and
the business continues under Ellsworth's children
Finding 5 The proposed landmark is connected with a business or use, which was once
common, but is now rare
Facts The residence is indicative of the style and design used by the once prevalent,
but now rare, rural grove and vineyard houses
B Historic Architectural and Enoineenno Sionificance
Findino 1 The construction materials or engineering methods used in the proposed
landmark are unusual, significant, or uniquely effective
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Facts The construction matenals and engineering methods recall the use of details
and craftsmanship that was once common, but now is rare The Mitchell
residence is a two-story rectangular structure of craftsman styling with
Italianate influence. The roof is medwm gable with red tde, exposed eaves,
and knee braces in gable end The siding is stucco Second-story windows
are single, rectangular pane with wood lintel and sdl Windows on the lower
level have transoms with leaded glass The front door is wood with leaded
glass panels A front arcade with a roof sundeck and castellation is present,
continuing around the west side of the structure Multiple French windows
open out onto the second-story deck
Finding 2 The overall effect of the design of the proposed landmark is beautiful or its
details and matenals are beautiful or unusual
Facts The gable roof, exposed eaves, and gable braces add to the beauty of the
proposed landmark They are not common features that are typically found
today
C Neighborhood and Geoaraohic Setting
Findino 1 The proposed landmark materially benefits the historic character of the
neighborhood
Facts The Mitchell residence ~s a two-story rectangular structure of craftsman styling
with Italianate influence In general, the architectural style enhances the
historic character of the City
D Landmark Alteration
The proposed landmark alteration meets the following criteria established in Chapter
22.24 120 of the Rancho Cucamonga Murncipal Code
Finding 1 • The action proposed is consistent with the purpose of this Ordinance
Facts The landmark alteration, as presented, wdl enhance and promote continued
use of the Mitchell residence
Finding 2 The action proposed wdl not be detrimental to a structure or feature of
significant aesthetic, cultural, architectural, or engineering interest or value of a
historic nature
Facts The proposed restoration and rehabiitation is architecturally compatible and
wtll enhance the continued use of the Mitchell residence The rehabilitation will
follow the Secretary of the Interior's Gwdelines for Rehabilitation
CORRESPONDENCE This item was advertised as a public hearing in the Inland Vallev Dailv
Bulletin newspaper, the property was posted, and notices were mailed to all property owners
within a 300-foot radws of the protect site
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RECOMMENDATION Staff recommends that the Historic Preservation Commission adopt the
attached resolutions recommending City Council approval of Landmark Designation
LD2002-00003 and Resolution of Approval for Landmark Alteration Permit LA2002-00003 and
recommend, by minute action, to the City Counal for the Mdls Act Agreement MA2002-00001
Respectfully submitted,
Brad Buller
City Planner
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Attachments Exhibit "A" - Site Location Map
Exhibit "B" - Photos
Exhibit "C" - Agreement Schedule, List of Improvements
Draft Resolution of Approval for Landmark Designation LD2002-00003
Draft Resolution of Approval for Landmark Alteration Permit LA2002-00003
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BUILDING B (GARAGE)
Mitchell - De Lazsen Complex
BUILDING PHOTO SURVEY
BUILDING C (WORKER COTTAGES)
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Mitchell - De Larsen Complex
BUILDING PHOTO SURVEY
BUILDING D (DILAPIDATED COTTAGE -UNSAFE STRUCTURE DEMOLITION REQUESTED)
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City of Rancho Cucamonga
Historic Preservation Commission
MILLS ACT AGREEMENT SUPPLEMENTAL:
(To be completed by the Applicant)
Please list the improvements which are intended to take place over the next 10 years. List
them in order of owner's pnonty
YEAR IMPROVEMENT
2002 Make Tenant im ro ement
2003 Install irrigation system
2004 Remove trellis install new trellis
2005 Remove existin ara a Construction new ara e
2006 Paint existin
2007 Remove walnut tree/ Install new landscaping
2008 Construct new 4000 square feet./Commercial buildin
2009 Remove the dila idated cotta e B i di
2010 Construct new 4000 square foot Commercial Building
2011 Install new Windows in existing building
OWNER CERTIFICATION
I certify that I am presently the legal owner of the subject property Further, I acknowledge
the supplemental information on this form wdl be used as an exhibit attached to the Mdls
Act Agreement
Date
Exhibit "C"
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RESOLUTION NO 02-03
A RESOLUTION OF THE HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION
OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA,
RECOMMENDING APPROVAL OF LANDMARK DESIGNATION
LD2002-00003 -DESIGNATING THE MITCHELL FAMILY RESIDENCE
A HISTORIC LANDMARK, LOCATED AT 10213 FOOTHILL
BOULEVARD AND MAKING FINDINGS IN SUPPORT THEREOF -
APN 208-331-07
A Recitals
1 Soheila Azizi filed an application for a Landmark Designation as descnbed in the title
of this Resolution Hereinafter in this Resolution, the subbed Landmark is referred to as "the
application "
2 On November 13, 2002, the Histonc Preservation Commission of the City of Rancho
Cucamonga conducted a duly noticed public heanng on the application
3 All legal prerequisites to the adoption of this Resolution have occurred
B Resolution
. NOW, THEREFORE, it is hereby found, determined, and resolved by the Histonc
Preservation Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga as follows
1 This Commission hereby specficelly finds that all of the facts set forth in the Rentals,
Part "A," of this Resolution are true and correct
2 The application applies to approximately 1 25 acres of land, basically a rectangular
configuration, located at 10213 Foothill Boulevard
3 Based upon substantial evidence presented to this Commission dunng the
above-referenced public heanng on November 13, 2002, including wntten and oral staff reports,
together with public testimony, and pursuant to Section 2 24 090 of the Rancho Cucamonga
Muninpal Code, this Commission hereby makes the following findings and facts
a Histoncal and Cultural Signrficance
Finding 1 The proposed landmark is particularly representative of a histonc
penod, type, style, region, or way of Irfe
Facts The property identifies the histonc penod of the early 1900s when
grove and vineyard production was at its peak in the community
and the region The residence is an example of a vineyard house,
which was common at the tum of the century
Finding 2 The proposed landmark is an example of a type of budding, which
was once common, but is now rare
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FacUs The residence is indicatve of the style and design used by the
once prevalent, but now rare, rural grove and vineyard houses
Findina 3 The proposed landmark is of greater age than most of its kind
FacUs The landmark-eligible property is approximately 84 years old and
is an example of Craftsman style of architecture with Italianate
influence
Findmo 4 The proposed landmark was connected ~nnth someone renowned
or important or a local personality
FacUs The house was built by E DeLarsen The Mitchell family bought
the residence in 1943 The Mitchells have long been established
Nnthin the community Ellsworth's father established Mitchell and
Son Plumbing in 1938 in Upland and the business continues
under Elisworth's children
Findmo 5 The proposed landmark is connected with a business or use,
which was once common, but is now rare
Facts The residence is indicative of the style and design used by the
once prevalent, but now rare, rural grove and vineyard houses
b Histonc Architectural and Engineenng Signdicance
Findmo 1 The construction matenals or engmeenng methods used in the
proposed landmark are unusual, signficant, or uniquely effedrve
Facts The construction matenals and engmeenng methods recall the
use of details and craftsmanship that were once common, but now
is rare The Mitchell residence is a two-story rectangular structure
of craftsman styling with Italianate influence The roof is medwm
gable with red tile, exposed eaves, and knee braces in gable end
The siding is stucco Second-story windows are single,
rectangular pane with wood lintel and sill Windows on the lower
level have transoms with leaded glass The front door is wood
with leaded glass panels A front arcade Huth a roof sundeck and
castellation is present, continuing around the west side of the
structure Multiple French windows open out onto the second-
story deck
Findina 2 The overall effect of the design of the proposed landmark is
beautiful or its details and matenals are beautiful or unusual
Facts The gable roof, exposed eaves, and gable braces add to the
beauty of the proposed landmark They are not common features
that are typically found today
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c Neighborhood and Geographic Setting
Fmdma 1 The proposed landmark materially benefits the historic character
of the neighborhood
FacUs The Mitchell residence is a two-story rectangular structure of
craftsman styling with Italianate influence In general, the
architectural style enhances the historic character of the City
4 This Commission hereby fords that the project has been reviewed and considered m
compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act of 1970, as landmark designations are
exempt under CEQA, per Article 19, SeGion 15308, Class 8
5 Based upon the findings and conclusions set forth rn paragraphs 1, 2, 3, and 4
above, this Historical Preservation Commission hereby recommends approval of Landmark
Designation LD2002-00003 pursuant to Chapter 2 24 of the Rancho Cucamonga Murnapal
Code
6 The Chairman of this Commission shall certify to the adoption of this Resolution
APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 13TH DAY OF NOVEMBER 2002
HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA
BY
Rich Macias, Vice Chairman
ATTEST
Brad Buller, Secretary
I, Brad Buller, Secretary of the Historic Preservation Commission of the City of Rancho
Cucamonga, do hereby certrfy that the forgorng Resolution was duly and regularly introduced,
passed, and adopted by the Historic Preservation Commission of the City of Rancho
Cucamonga, at a regular meeting of the Historic Preservation Commission held on the 13th day
of November 2002, by the following vote-to-wit
AYES COMMISSIONERS
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RESOLUTION NO 02-04
A RESOLUTION OF THE HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION
OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING
LANDMARK ALTERATION PERMIT LA2002-00003 TO ALLOW
CONVERSION OF THE HISTORIC MITCHELL FAMILY RESIDENCE,
LOCATED AT 10213 FOOTHILL BOULEVARD, FROM RESIDENTIAL
TO OFFICE USE, AND MAKING FINDINGS IN SUPPORT THEREOF -
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A Recitals
1 Soheila Azizi filed an application for a Landmark Alteration Permit as descnbed in the
title of this Resolution Hereinafter m this Resolution, the subject Landmark is referred to as "the
application "
2 On November 13, 2002, the Histonc Preservation Commission of the City of Rancho
Cucamonga conducted a duly noticed public heanng on the application
3 All legal preregwsites to the adoption of this Resolution have occurred
B Resolution
NOW, THEREFORE, it is hereby found, detennined, and resolved the Histonc
Preservation Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga as follows
1 This Commission hereby speafically fords that all of the facts set forth m the Rectals,
Part "A," of this Resolution are true and correct
2 The application applies to approximately 1 25 acres of land, basically a rectangular
configuration, located at 10213 Foothill Boulevard
3 Based upon substantial evidence presented to this Commission dunng the above-
referenced public heanng on November 13, 2002, including wntten and oral staff reports,
together with public testimony, and pursuant to Section 2 24 090 of the Rancho Cucamonga
Municipal Code, this Commission hereby makes the following findings and fads
a Landmark Alteration
The proposed landmark alteration meets the following cntena established m
Chapter 22 24 120 of the Rancho Cucamonga Municipal Code
Fmdmg 1 The action proposed is consistent with the purpose of this
Ordinance
FacUs The landmark alteration, as presented, will enhance and promote
continued use of the Mitchell residence
Finding 2 The action proposed will not be detnmental to a structure or
feature of significant aesthetic, cultural, architectural, or
engmeenng interest or value of a histonc nature
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FacUs The proposed restoration and rehabilitation is architecturally
compatible and will enhance the continued use of the Mitchell
residence The rehabilitation v~nll follow the Secretary of the
Intenor's Gwdelines for Rehabilitation
4 This Commission hereby finds that the project has been reviewed and considered in
compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act of 1970, as this landmark alteration is
exempt under CEQA, per Article 19, Section 15301, Class 1
5 Based upon the findings and contusions set forth in paragraphs 1, 2, 3, and 4
above, this Commission hereby approves Landmark Alteration DRC2002-00809 pursuant to
Chapter 2 24 of the Rancho Cucamonga Municipal Code sublet to conditions listed as follows
Planning Diwsion
1) Approval is contingent upon City Counal approval of Landmark
Designation LD2002-0003
2) Subject to all Conditions of Approval for Minor Development Review
DRC2002-00806
3) All extenor modrfications to be made to resemble, as much as
possible, budding matenals and artliteture as onginally used
6 The Chairman of this Commission shall certify to the adoption of this Resolution
APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 13TH DAY OF NOVEMBER 2002
HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA
BY
ATTEST
Rich Maaas, Vice Chairman
Brad Buller, Secretary
I, Brad Buller, Secretary of the Histonc Preservation Commission of the City of Rancho
Cucamonga, do hereby certfy that the forgoing Resolution was duly and regularly introduced,
passed, and adopted by the Histonc Preservation Commission of the City of Rancho
Cucamonga, at a regular meeting of the Histonc Preservation Commission held on the 13th day
of November 2002, by the following vote-to-wit
AYES COMMISSIONERS
NOES COMMISSIONERS
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