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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2009/02/25 - Agenda Packet acipthGein • THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA CVjJ! HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION ;14,04 AGENDA RANCHO CUCAMONGA FEBRUARY 25, 2009 - 7:00 PM Rancho Cucamonga Civic Center Council Chambers 10500 Civic Center Drive Rancho Cucamonga, California I. CALL To ORDER Pledge of Allegiance Roll Call Chairman Fletcher Vice Chairman Munoz • Stewart Howdyshell Wimberly II. ANNOUNCEMENTS III. APPROVAL OF MINUTES February 11, 2009 Regular Meeting Minutes IV. PUBLIC HEARINGS The following items are public hearings in which concerned individuals may voice their opinion of the related project. Please wait to be recognized by the Chairman and address the Commission by stating your name and address. All such opinions shall be limited to 5 minutes per individual for each project. Please sign in after speaking. A. CONSIDERATION OF HISTORIC LANDMARK DESIGNATION DRC2009- 00069 — THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA — Consideration of historic landmark designation for the Cucamonga Service Station located at 9670 Foothill Boulevard - APN: 0208-153-05. This item will be forwarded to the City Council for final action. • 1. jHISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION • Ls. AGENDA RANCHO FEBRUARY 25, 2009 CUCAMONGA Page 2 IV. PUBLIC COMMENTS This is the time and place for the general public to address the commission. Items to be discussed here are those that do not already appear on this agenda. IVI. COMMISSION BUSINESS/COMMENTS IVII. ADJOURNMENT I, Lois J. Schrader, 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 February 19, 2009, at least 72 hours prior to the meeting per Government Code Section 54964.2 at 10500 Civic Center Drive, Rancho Cucamonga. • 3-:Tared deOla-ar-see—li Please turn off all cellular phones and pagers while the meeting is in session. Copies of the Planning Commission agendas and minutes can be found at http://www.ci.rancho-cucamonpa.ca.us If you need special assistance or accommodations to participate in this meeting, • please contact the Planning Department at (909) 477-2750. Notification of 48 hours prior to the meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility. Listening devices are available for the hearing impaired. Vicinity Map Historic Preservation Commission February 25, 2009 SPHERE OF 1 NFLUENCE r w t w I W HILL IDE Z y I a m WIL 0 N = 4 ip rapPrOr 19TH A `I IUASEUNE� c� � �00�``.� ...I w FOOTHILL R �'�� I ARROW 2 I S 1 8TH �Z y p �, `�C m 0 Q I F Z t c_ w 4TH A * Meeting Location: N City Hall 10500 Civic Center Drive • HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION STAFF REPORT DRC2009-00069 — CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA February 25, 2009 • Page 2 response to this emerging industry. During the Great Depression, travelers seeking a new life from around the nation used Route 66 to bring the California dream into a reality. The Cucamonga Service Station is the only station reminiscent of roadside architecture prevalent in the 1920's, 30's, and 40's that still exists in Rancho Cucamonga today. It was built by one of the Klusman brothers, Henry, a recognized local citizen during the early days of Cucamonga. Past owners (according to City directories and assessors): Year Gas Station Garage 1914 N/A William B. Harvey 1928 Ancil Morris (mechanic) William B. Harvey 1934 Ancil Morris (wife Delores) William B. Harvey 1945-46 Ancil Morris Arvid E. Lewis 1948-49 Ancil Morris Arvid E. Lewis 1971 • N/A Arvid E. Lewis • 1972 Delores Morris trust Delores Morris trust (business closed) • 1986 Nadine Eshelman Nadine Eshelman 2005 Forest Home Ministries, Inc. Forest Home Ministries, Inc. 2005 TLC Properties, Inc. TLC Properties, Inc. (Lamar Advertising) (Lamar Advertising) E. Landmark Designation: The subject site qualifies for landmark designation based upon much of the criteria from the City's Historic Preservation Ordinance, including such significant areas as historical, cultural, neighborhood, and geographic setting. Details concerning these areas • of significance are contained in the Facts for Findings section. The purpose of the designation is to preserve, protect, enhance, and perpetuate a significant feature that contributes to the cultural and aesthetic benefit of Rancho Cucamonga. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT: The project is categorically exempt under Section 15308 as a Class 8 exemption of the Guidelines for the California Environmental Quality Act. •• a • HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION STAFF REPORT DRC2009-00069 —CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA February 25, 2009 • Page 3 FACTS FOR FINDING: A. Historical and Cultural Significance: Finding 1: The proposed Landmark is particularly representative of an historic period, type, style, region, or way of life. Facts: It is the only surviving gas station reminiscent of roadside architecture in Rancho Cucamonga today. The style and type of this building was popular during auto mobilization. It is a great example of Mission-style architecture. Finding 2: The proposed Landmark is an example of a type of building that was once common but is now rare. Fact/s: It is the only building left of its type in Rancho Cucamonga that was once common, but now rare. There was a gas station on the corner of Foothill Boulevard and Etiwanda Avenue (Pearson Filling Station & Garage) in a similar-style, which was demolished in-the 1990's. Finding 3: The proposed Landmark is of greater age than most of its kind. • • Facts: The approximated construction date is 1915, which would make it at least 94 years old. Finding 4: The proposed Landmark was connected with someone renowned or important or a local personality. Facts: Ancil Morris and Arvid Lewis were both locally involved with the community. According to a Daily Bulletin article dated February 15, 1994, Mr. Lewis was the first full-time fire chief of the Cucamonga Fire Protection District. Finding 5: The proposed Landmark is connected with a business or use, which was once common but is now rare. Facts: Route 66 runs through eight states: Illinois, Missouri, Kansas, Oklahoma, Texas, New Mexico, Arizona, and California. Servicing automobiles for travelers utilizing the road was once a very popular practice throughout these states. Finding 6: The architect or builder was important. Facts: Henry Klusman built the structure. He and his brother were well known in the Cucamonga area and were responsible for building many important structures including reservoirs, houses, and the Virginia Dare Winery. B. Historic Architectural and Engineering Significance: • Finding 1: The overall effect of the design of the proposed Landmark is beautiful, or its details and materials are beautiful or unusual. X1--3 • HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION STAFF REPORT DRC2009-00069 — CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA February 25, 2009 Page 4 • Fact/s: As it stands today, this is the only Mission-style gas station that survives in Rancho Cucamonga from its period of significance, which makes the structure unusual and unique. C. Neighborhood and Geographic Setting: • Finding 1: The proposed Landmark materially benefits the historic. character of the neighborhood. Fact/s: The gas station creates more visual interest to the surrounding area. Under the Foothill Boulevard Specific Plan, this area is designated Specialty Commercial due to the area's ties to early Cucamonga. Although much of it is no longer present, the presence of the gas station is a firm reminder of early auto mobilization and Cucamonga's Route 66 history. Finding 2: The proposed Landmark, in its location, represents an established and familiar visual feature of the neighborhood, community, or city. Fact/s: This gas station undoubtedly brings back familiar memories of the Route 66 phenomenon. CORRESPONDENCE: The Historic Landmark designation was advertised as a public hearing in • the Inland Valley Daily bulletin newspaper, the property was posted, and notices were sent to all property owners within 660 feet of the project site. The property owner and local historical organizations were also notified. RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the Historic Preservation Commission adopt the attached resolution for Historic Landmark Designation DRC2009-00069, and recommend approval to be forwarded to the City Council for final action. Respectfully submitted, ge ha" • ames R. Troyer, AICP Y Planning Director JRT:MN\ge Attachments: Exhibit A - Minutes from January 14, 2009, Historic Preservation Commission Meeting Exhibit B - Historic Resources Inventory (completed December 2008) Draft Resolution of Approval for DRC2009-00069 411 • CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA • HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION MINUTES Regular Meeting January 14, 2009 Chairman Fletcher called the Regular Meeting of the City of Rancho Cucamonga Historic Preservation Commission to order at 7:00 p.m. The meeting was held in the Council Chambers at • Rancho Cucamonga Civic Center, 10500 Civic Center Drive, Rancho Cucamonga, California. Chairman Fletcher then led in the pledge of allegiance. ROLL CALL COMMISSIONERS: PRESENT: Richard Fletcher, Frances Howdyshell, Lou Munoz, Pam Stewart, Ray Wimberly ABSENT: None STAFF PRESENT: Candyce Burnett, Senior Planner; Daniel Correa, Assistant Planner; Steven Flower, Assistant City Attorney; Steve Fowler, Assistant Planner; • Dan James, Senior Civil Engineer; Mayuko Nakajima, Assistant Planner; Corkran Nicholson, Assistant Planning Director; Lois Schrader, Planning Commission Secretary; Denise Sink, Office Specialist II; James Troyer, Planning Director; Tabe Van der Zwaag, Associate Planner • • ANNOUNCEMENTS None APPROVAL OF MINUTES Motion: Moved by Munoz, seconded by Wimberly, carried 5-0, to approve the minutes of December 10, 2008. DIRECTOR'S REPORTS A. STATUS REPORT ON THE HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION OPTIONS FOR INITIATING DESIGNATION APPLICATIONS FOR THE BIANE WINERY AND CUCAMONGA • SERVICE STATION. Mayuko Nakajima presented the staff report noting that staff recommends postponing the initiation of a landmark request on the Biane property until after the completion of the EIR and to also not initiate designation on the Cucamonga service station in deference to the property owner's wishes. • EXHIBIT A /Ps Commissioner Wimberly noted that the City Counci I tabled the Landmark Designation for the Biane property sometime in the 1980s. He asked if there are any materials available that would indicate the thoughts of the Council at the time of their decision. Ms. Nakajima said the minutes of the meeting could be provided to them. • Vice Chairman Munoz said that in a previous report, a historic narrative was done on the winery and that it identified it as a historic property. He asked what the logic is in waiting for the completion of the EIR and an official copy.of the narrative when we already know it is historic. Ms. Nakajima noted that the EIR would consider possible alternatives. James Troyer, Planning Director commented that there is no question of the cultural significance of the property and that once the EIR is complete, CEQA addresses the options for the proposed use of the property including keeping it as is, altering it, or demolishing it for another use. He said CEQA will determine that. Steven Flower, Assistant City Attorney, said that CEQA provides for a broader range of historical analysis than what is allowed by the local ordinance. He said CEQA may yet require we review the historical significance and that it does have a broader discussion of mitigation measures and alternatives. He said that by allowing the issue to be addressed in the EIR by the consultants, the end result is a more detailed report than what staff could produce. • Vice Chairman Munoz asked if by filing a Landmark Designation application now, would that preclude the more intensive study being done in the EIR. Mr. Flower said it would not preclude that but could possibly complicate the process. He said without doing a thorough review he would have an inclination to recommend that they allow the EIR process to do the work and that if they did initiate now, it would basically do the same review twice. • Vice Chairman Munoz said he is not suggesting a historic study now, but that it is within the purview of the Commission to start the wheels in motion to designate this a historic property and that he is not talking about re-doing the study since we already know of the historic significance of the property. Mr. Flower confirmed that there would still be a public hearing required for the application regardless of the direction they decide upon. Vice Chairman Munoz suggested a subsequent report would validate or invalidate the prior report. Mr. Flower did not concur with using the terms "validate" or "invalidate" but that the CEQA statute would take a broader look than what the local ordinance allows. He said they would see if the rest of the Commission favors considering the initiation now within the framework of their discussion. He affirmed that it would not undermine the EIR or the report and that it would not short circuit the work already being done by staff or the EIR. Commissioner Howdyshell asked what the timeframe is for the completion of the EIR. • Candyce Burnett, Senior Planner, said the project is currently under review and it is estimated the draft EIR would be released in late April or early May, that they are drafting the technical sections now. Chairman Fletcher suggested they move on to item B as this report does not require action. HPC Minutes -2- January 14, 2009 Mr. Flower asked if it is the pleasure of the Commission to initiate Landmark Designation on the Biane property. Vice Chairman Munoz suggested they talk about it and stated he is in favor of starting the initiation • now. He said that the initial report indicates there is no question that the property is historic. Chairman Fletcher said'the completed ER will give light to this and would help the Commission decide. He said he would like to wait and decide after the EIR is complete. Mr. Troyer confirmed that the EIR would provide a range of alternatives. Commissioner Stewart agreed and said the EIR carries more weight and would give the most benefit and that she thought if the Commission began the process now it could "muck it up." Mr. Flower said it would create a parallel process, that there are two different processes in that the ER will consider the impacts of the proposed project and then the Landmark Alteration process would allow for creation of designation and then once that is in place, any changes, alterations, demolition would require the Landmark Alteration permit that would come before the Commission. He noted that if the property is designated in advance of the project approval, it would add to or create another level of review in that they would first have to approve the project and then consider the Landmark Alteration permit after that. He said it adds to the number of approvals that would have to be done and that it is unsure if there is any added value in doing it that way when you get the full discussion within the framework of the EIR. Chairman Fletcher said that waiting to designate while waiting for the ER process to be completed would not cause any loss of protections on the property. Mr. Flower said that is correct. • • "Commissioner Wimberly concurred that they would be in a more informed position by waiting forthe completion of the EIR. Commissioner Howdyshell said she understands the importance of the ER. She voiced concern that with another 3-4 months to go before the EIR is completed, there is risk or the possibility of alteration to the buildings. • Mr. Troyer said it is not likely because the property owner paid a consultant to prepare the ER, so he is waiting the completion of the EIR. He added that the results of the report in the ER will be presented to the Commission. He noted that the Commission should give direction on the two properties (Biane and Cucamonga Station) separately. • Commissioner Stewart commented that the owners of the station may or may not donate the property and they also said they are waiting for the economy to get better. She asked what would occur if that never happens and what protections are there in place for this property. Mr. Flower commented that if the Commission made a recommendation on that application to designate the property to the City Council. He said that if Council approves the designation then the property owners would have to get a Landmark Alteration permit to make any changes on the property. He said the most direct way to handle this case would be to go ahead and initiate Landmark Designation on the Cucamonga Station property. He concurred that the two properties should be considered separately. Commissioner Stewart asked if they go ahead with the designation,would it make it more difficult for • the property owner to donate the property. HPC Minutes -3- January 14, 2009 Mr. Flower said a Landmark Alteration Permit would be required before they could make any changes. Chairman Fletcher confirmed that with the Landmark Designation, if they wanted to develop it or use • it they would have to come back before the Commission. Mr. Troyer commented that any development proposals would also be subject to CEQA review. Vice Chairman Munoz commented on the deteriorated condition of the building, the possibility of it being deemed an unsafe structure and expressed concern that if left as is, could end up being demolished, which is something that has happened before. Mr. Flower noted that under the current ordinance, if the building is deemed unsafe by the Building Official, it could still be demolished regardless of an application for designation. He said he had not noticed if this structure is at that level of disrepair, Vice Chairman Munoz asked if there was no historic designation, and deemed a nuisance, would a request to demolish have to come before the Corn mission. Mr. Flower said no. Vice Chairman Munoz reiterated that is his concern. Commissioner Howdyshell agreed. Vice Chairman Munoz commented that the structure is already on the list of potential historic structures and is incorporated in the review being done as part of the General Plan Update. Commissioner Howdyshell agreed with Commissioner Stewart;the properties should be considered • separately. Commissioner Stewart said that on the Biane property, an EIR in place can help but with the gas station it could be a different situation, particularly if the buildings could be left in a state of disrepair. She said she would favor allowing the EIR process to take its course for the Biane property and to initiate Landmark Designation for the gas station. Mr. Flower recommended separate actions. . Motion: Moved by Stewart, seconded by Wimberly, to postpone initiating the Landmark Designation on the Biane property. Motion carried (4-1) by the following vote: AYES: FLETCHER, HOWDYSHELL, STEWART, WIMBERLY NOES: MUNOZ, . ABSENT: NONE - carried Motion: Moved by Stewart, seconded by Munoz, to initiate the application for Landmark Designation for the Cucamonga Station. Motion carried by the following vote: AYES: FLETCHER, HOWDYSHELL, MUNOZ, STEWART, WIMBERLY NOES: NONE ABSENT: NONE - carried • HPC Minutes -4- January 14, 2009 1}-8 B. STATUS REPORT ON SUSPENSION OF DEMOLTION OF HISTORICALLY SIGNIFICANT PROPERTIES • Mayuko Nakajima, Assistant Planner, presented the staff report; The secretary received and filed the report. C. REQUEST TO EXPAND DUTIES OF THE HISTORIC PRESERVATION ORDINANCE UPDATE SUBCOMMITTEE TO INCLUDE PARTICIPATION IN FUTURE GENERAL PLAN STAKEHOLDER MEETINGS James Troyer, Planning Director, presented the staff report. Commissioner Stewart commented that this is a good idea. Commissioner Howdyshell said it is great. Chairman Fletcher agreed and noted that this is a subcommittee and it will include two Council members and two Commissioners. Mr. Troyer added that both Commissioners (Munoz and Wimberly) have expressed their willingness to serve as requested. The Commissioners all agreed that this is acceptable. • •- PUBLIC COMMENTS •Gwyn Frost thanked staff and noted that May Nakajima, Assistant Planner, has been wonderful in getting information out. She thanked staff for the efforts in addressing historic projects that had previously"been left behind." She agreed that adding the two Commissioners to the subcommittee • is a great thing. She asked staff for clear guidelines of the steps (including legal steps) for a lay • person to follow to get information they need. She asked that be an item for the agenda. She reported that sometimes they only have three days notice of items on the historic agenda. Ed Dietl of the Historic Preservation Association of Rancho Cucamonga expressed thanks for the efforts in historic preservation. He said it does not matter what someone wants to do with their property; if if is historical, it's historical. He said he supports the idea of a moratorium on the demolition of historic structures. Jim Frost noted that the Norton Fisher House was landmarked against the property owner's wishes. He asked what does the City have for "teeth" if someone demolishes a structure without a permit and what are the penalties or costs to the developer if that happens. He said it would be far less expensive for someone to do that then go through the cost of preservation. John Anicic reported in regards to demolition that some cities require the age of a building to be submitted prior to demolition and that they will not give permission for the demolition until that is checked and if it is old, it would be reviewed by a committee. He said this type of policy would help alert the historic groups and the City. • • HPC Minutes • -5- January 14, 2009 l • Roy LaParry reported that he owns the Albert House and is a stakeholder. He said he is uncomfortable with waiting and that we need the historical status on the Biane property and a moratorium on other significant properties. He expressed concern that historic properties could slip through the cracks. • # # COMMISSION BUSINESS AND COMMENTS Commissioner Wimberly thanked staff for their attention to detail. Chairman Fletcher said he believes the Commission is moving in the right direction. He thanked staff for their efforts and of the public. He noted that five members of the public came forward with comments and questions this evening that will be addressed in a future meeting. He thanked them for their input. Commissioner Howdyshell said her comment is similar, that many compassionate residents got the ball moving; they spent their time and energy towards saving these properties and that she commends them for that. She said they (the Commission) would do their best. • ADJOURNMENT • Motion: Moved by Munoz, seconded by Wimberly, carried 5-0, to adjourn. The Historic Preservation Commission adjourned at 7:40 p.m. • • Respectfully submitted, • • A es R. Troyer, ICPP J Secretary Approved: January 28, 2009 • • HPC Minutes -6- January 14, 2009 HO State of California—The Resources Agency Primary# DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION _HRI # PRIMARY RECORD Trinomial Page 1 of 4 Resource Name or#: (Assigned by recorder) Cucamonga Service Station P1. Other Identifier: Ancil Morris Service Station, Old Richfield Gas Station • 'P2. Location: 0 Not for Publication ❑x Unrestricted "a. County: San Bernardino and(P2b and Plc or P2d. Attach a Location Map as necessary.) "b. USGS 7.5'Quad: Guasti Date: 1981 T 15 ; R 7W; S 1/4 of SE Y. of Sec 1; San Bernardino B.M. c. Address: 9670 Foothill Boulevard City: Rancho Cucamonga Zip: 91730 d. UTM: Zone: mE/ mN (G.P.S.) e. Other Locational Data: (e.g., parcel#, directions to resource, elevation, etc., as appropriate)Elevation: 1220' APN: 0208-153-05 LUCAS AND WARD SUB LOT 1 AND S 20 FT LOT 10 EX S 20 FT HGWY LOT 1 "P3a. Description: (Describe resource and its major elements. Include design, materials, condition, alterations, size, setting, and boundaries) This station was built in 1915 as a refueling stop for travelers on the State Route(renamed US Route 66). It consists of two buildings: Building one is a rectangular building with mission styling. It has a flat roof with arched parapets and coping. There is a wide covered porch that covered the gas pumps with massive square supports. The corners have sheet metal tile treatment. Red tile accents the roof coping. The windows have wide molding and single panel glass. The door is twin panel with upper panel glass. The siding is stucco. Building two is a rectangular building with mission styling. It is of wood construction. It has a flat roof with arched parapets and coping. Red tile accents the roof coping. Multiple large door openings with barn doors of of diagonal wood paneling. The front of the structure is stucco. The sides appear to be sheet metal treatment. Alterations include the removal of the gas pumps and window trim. The site is surrounded by both commercial and residential uses and faces Foothill Boulevard (US Route 66). •The structure is on its original site. At the time of this survey(2008), the condition of the building is fair. "P3b. Resource Attributes: (List attributes and codes) HP6 1-3 Story Commercial Building "P4. Resources Present: ®Building ❑Structure ❑Object ❑Site ODistrict ❑Element of District ❑Other(Isolates, etc.) P5b. Description of Photo: ,tr i'1wT ) 1w� , ' x V � w r '1i � E. e �� p t Facing North from Foothill Boulevard 10/12/2008, ' , 4 f n , d ^ , r s i f f k f 44 ii n k tC s ils r $ " ' §- ' , ,k i(' "P6. Date Constructed/Age and Sources: ®Historio -h�„ r ` . E y� r `fin' erm`� 1�" 1 ❑Prehistoric ❑Both 'y ` 'S '4k°�r 4 " 3 Constructed in 1915 ,)r ,. a -a4 1 Jfr$j � i. i "P7. Owner and Address: "z; Ice,. TLC Properties, Inc wt ". 24541 Redlands Boulevard 0. • ' '{ Loma Linda, CA 92354 j „1-, - a " , P8. Recorded by: 1 , ' r Etc, , ,o Beth Hartley, Planning Aide I City of Rancho Cucamonga ` s"�+iea �' i l Planning Department . ' " izt` " `` ' "'T ' --�= 10500 Civic Center Drive r a egasa'F a£ "` ua_ J3 Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730 "P9. Date Recorded: 12/2008 air10. Survey Type: (Describe) Reconaissance Survey 11. Report Citation: (Cite survey report and other sources, or enter"none.") San Bernardino County Tax Assessor Records. *Attachments: ONONE OLocation Map l7Sketch Map ❑Continuation Sheet EIBuilding, Structure, and Object Record ❑Archaeological Record ❑District Record ❑Linear Feature Record ❑Milling Station Record ❑Rock Art Record DArtifact Record ©Photograph Record 0 Other(List): EXHIBIT B AA State of California—The Resources Agency Primary# DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION HRI # BUILDING,STRUCTURE AND OBJECT RECORD Trinomial Page 2 of 4 Resource Name or#: (Assigned by recorder) Cucamonga Service Station • B1. Historic Name(s): Ancil Morris Service Station, Old Richfield Gas Station B2. Common Name: Cucamonga Service Station B3. Original Use: Service Station and Garage B4. Present Use: vacant *B5. Architectural Style: Mission Style Spanish Colonial *36. Construction History: (Construction date, alterations, and date of alterations) The gas station was built in 1915 as a refueling and and automobile service stop on what was then called the"State Route." In 1925 this highway was designated US Route 66. In the 1925 that station became a Richfield Oil Distributor and the garage was added. Alterations include the removal of the gas pumps and window trim. *67. Moved? ONo OYes ❑Unknown Date: Original Location: • *68. Related Features: Garage B9a. Architect: Unknown b. Builder: Henry Klusman. He and his brother were known around the community, especially for their • various construction projects including the historic Virginia Dare winery. *810.Significance: Roadside architecture on Historic US Route 66 Theme: Service Station Area: Foothill-Boulevard (Historic US Route 66) in Rancho Cucamonga Period of Significance: 1915-1960 Property Type: Service Station Applicable Criteria: Local Landmark • (Discuss importance in terms of historical or architectural context as defined by theme, period, and geographic scope. Also address integrity.) At the turn of the century in the early 1900's, new inventions necessitated different types of development throughout the nation. The automobile became the main source of transportation-and the old U.S. Highway (Route 66) was built in 1926 in response to this emerging industry. During the Great Depression, travelers from around the nation seeking a new life used US Route 66 to turn the California dream into a reality for a new beginning. The Cucamonga Service Station is the only station remnant of roadside architecture prevalent in the 1920's, 30's and 40's that still exists in Rancho Cucamonga today. It was built by one of the Klusman brothers, Henry, a recognized local citizen during the early days of Cucamonga. B11. Additional Resource Attributes: (List attributes and codes). *B12. References: - • Historical Documents(Rancho Cucamonga Planning Dept) ----- -N- • -- --- .0 :,_._...;---- - SB County Assessors web-page http://nppublic.co.san-bemardino.ca.us I - "Guide To Historic Route 66 in California".by the California Historic Route 66 Association t c :or i^ B13. Remarks: Specialty Commercial(SC)Zone in the Foothill Blvd.District C.g o I It Threats: Private Development and Vandalism � F-�'ilr' *614. Evaluator: Beth Hartley = zo *Date of Evaluation: 12/2008 c c o t ib � . 1 . . .. Si c:: a / N - ]61 State of California—The Resources Agency Primary# DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION HRI# SKETCH MAP Trinomial Page 3 of 4 Resource Name or#: (Assigned by recorder) Cucamonga Service Station • `Drawn By: Beth Hartley `Date: 1/27/09 • ESTACIA COURT • RES DENTIAL n m r r ( C • • m C m COMMERCIAL CUCAMONGA SERVICE STATION 9670 FOOTHILL BLVD FOOTHILL BOULEVARD(HISTORIC US ROUTE 66) I (This space reserved for official comments.) • N Scale 1"= 100' •PR 523K(1/95) 'Required information • {4-t 3 State:of-California'-,The'Resources.Agency Primary# DEPARTMENT OFPARKS:AND RECREATION HRI# 'PHOTOGRAPH:RECORD Trinomial Page 4 of 4 Resource Name or#: (Assigned by recorder) Cucamonga Service Station ` .".`. , 3' ) �t L t SaN a C a d� � • 7. 4 t e f Lt'. a e fi, „i t' j SE r iNnoN � r` ., r e� r w hi . i • RESOLUTION NO. 09-01 • A RESOLUTION OF THE HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, RECOMMENDING APPROVAL OF HISTORIC LANDMARK DESIGNATION DRC2009-00069, DESIGNATING THE CUCAMONGA SERVICE STATION A HISTORIC LANDMARK, LOCATED AT 9670 FOOTHILL BOULEVARD;AND MAKING FINDINGS IN SUPPORT THEREOF- APN: 0208-153-05. A. Recitals. 1. The City of Rancho Cucamonga filed an application for Landmark Designation DRC2009-00069 as described in the title of this Resolution. Hereinafter in this Resolution, the subject Landmark Designation is referred to as "the application." 2. On February 25, 2009, the Historic Preservation Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga conducted a duly noticed public hearing on the application and concluded said hearing on that date. 3. All legal prerequisites prior to the adoption of this Resolution have occurred. B. Resolution. NOW, THEREFORE, it is hereby found, determined, and resolved by the Historic Preservation Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga as follows: 1. This Commission hereby specifically finds that all of the facts set forth in the Recitals, Part A, of this Resolution are true and correct. • 2. The application applies to approximately 0.2-acre of land, a rectangular-shaped configuration, located at 9670 Foothill Boulevard. 3. Based upon substantial evidence presented to this Commission during the above-referenced public hearing on February 25, 2009, including written and oral staff reports, together with public testimony, and pursuant to Section 2.24.090 of the Rancho Cucamonga Municipal Code, this Commission hereby makes the following findings and facts: a. Historical and Cultural Significance: Finding 1: The proposed Landmark is particularly representative of an historic period, type, style, region, or way of life. Fact/s: It is the only surviving gas station reminiscent of roadside architecture in ' Rancho Cucamonga today. The style and type of this building was popular during auto mobilization. It is a great example of Mission-style architecture. • Finding 2: The proposed Landmark is an example of a type of building that was once common but is now rare. Fact/s: it is the only building left of its type in Rancho Cucamonga that was once common, but now rare. There was a gas station on the corner of Foothill Boulevard and Etiwanda Avenue (Pearson Filling Station&Garage) in a similar-style, which was demolished in the 1990's. • HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 09-01 DRC2009-00069—THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA February 25, 2009 • Page 2 Finding 3: The proposed Landmark is of greater age than most of its kind. Fact/s: The approximated construction date is 1915, which would make it at least 93 years old. Finding 4: The proposed Landmark was connected with someone renowned or important or a local personality. Fact/s: Ancil Morris and Arvid Lewis were both locally involved with the community. According to a Daily Bulletin article dated February 15, 1994, Mr. Lewis was the first full-time fire chief of the Cucamonga Fire Protection District. Finding 5: The proposed Landmark is connected with a business or use,which was once common but is now rare. Fact/s: Route 66 runs through eight states: Illinois, Missouri, Kansas, Oklahoma, Texas, New Mexico, Arizona, and California. Servicing automobiles for travelers utilizing the road was once a very popular practice throughout these states. • Finding 6: The architect or builder was important. Fact/s: Henry Klusman built the structure. He and his brother were well known in the Cucamonga area and were responsible for building many important structures • including reservoirs, houses, and the Virginia Dare Winery. b. Historic Architectural and Engineering Significance: Finding 1: The overall effect of the design of the proposed Landmark is beautiful, or its details and materials are beautiful or unusual. Fact/s: As it stands today, this is the only Mission-style gas station that survives in Rancho Cucamonga from its period of significance,which makes the structure unusual and unique. c. Neighborhood and Geographic Setting: Finding 1: The proposed Landmark materially benefits the historic character of the neighborhood. Fact/s: The gas station creates more visual interest to the surrounding area. Under the Foothill Boulevard Specific Plan, this area is designated Specialty Commercial due to the area's ties to early Cucamonga. Although much of it is no longer present, the presence of the gas station is a firm reminder of early auto mobilization and Cucamonga's Route 66 history. Finding 2: The proposed Landmark, in its location, represents an established and familiar visual feature of the neighborhood, community, or city. • Fact/s: This gas station undoubtedly brings back familiar memories of the Route 66 phenomenon. J-I10 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 09-01 DRC2009-00069 —THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA • February 25, 2009 Page 3 4. This Commission hereby finds that the project has been reviewed and considered in compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act(CEQA)of 1970, as amended, and the Guidelines promulgated thereunder. The Council finds that this Landmark Designation is exempt under CEQA, pursuant to State CEQA Guidelines Section 15308, as a Class 8 exemption. 5. Based upon the findings and conclusions set forth in Paragraphs 1, 2, 3, and 4 above, this Commission hereby resolves that pursuant to Chapter 2.24 of the Rancho Cucamonga Municipal Code, the Historic Preservation Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga hereby recommends approval of Landmark Designation DRC2009-00069. 6. The Secretary to this Commission shall certify to the adoption of this Resolution. APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 25TH DAY OF FEBRUARY 2009. HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA BY: Richard B. Fletcher, Chairman ATTEST: • James R. Troyer, AICP, Secretary I, James R. Troyer, AICP, Secretary of the Historic Preservation Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, do hereby certify that the foregoing 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 25th day of February 2009, by the following vote-to-wit: AYES: COMMISSIONERS: NOES: COMMISSIONERS: ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS: • ( ZAMAR) ADVERTISING COMPANY LOS ANGELES RIVERSIDE SAN BERNARDINO • February 25, 2009 v TY°FR .Uch0 cur !f'<�ON • Mr. James R. Troyer City of Rancho Cucamonga RECEIVE) Planning Director f i°CC ri ,ar :f -1t 1 0500 Civic Center Drive �' " � I' � Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91729 Dear Mr. Troyer: RE: Consideration of Historic Landmark Designation DRC2009-00069 Lamar Advertising also known as TLC, the owner of record of 9670 Foothill Blvd - APN: 0208- 1 53-05 is formally requesting a continuance from the February 25, 2009 meeting to March 11, 2009. Lamar's request for additional time before we meet with the Historic Preservation Commission is necessary to further investigate whether the new landmark designation will impact the property value of the parcel in question. In addition to determining if our property values will be adversely impacted by this new designation, Lamar must research how similar designated properties have developed in the City of Rancho Cucamonga. Please accept this written request for a continuance to March 11, 2009. 0 Sinc- -. T iia‘ Randy S aub General Manager Lamar Advertising • gPc 24541 Redlands Blvd.. Loma Linda, CA 92354 lel: 909-799-1010 Fax: 909-799-1033 •