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Home My WebLink About2013/05/23 - Agenda Packet - HPC THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AGENDA RANCHO CUCAMONGA MAY 23, 2012 - 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 Munoz _ Vice Chairman Howdyshell • Fletcher_ Wimberly _ Oaxaca II. APPROVAL OF MINUTES May 9, 2012 Regular Meeting Minutes III. DIRECTOR'S REPORTS A. UPDATE REGARDING THE STATUS OF THE CHINATOWN HOUSE LOCATED AT 9591 SAN BERNARDINO ROAD 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. V. COMMISSION BUSINESS/COMMENTS • VI. ADJOURNMENT T HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION • AGENDA RANCHO MAY 23, 2012 CUCAMONGA Page 2 1, Lots 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 May 17, 2012, at least 72 hours prior to the meeting per Government Code Section 54964.2 at 10500 Civic Center Drive, Rancho Cucamonga. 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.CityofRC.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. t Vicinity Map Historic Preservation Commission Meeting May 23 , 2012 A ---------------------------, - - - :- - - - - , - - ------, r E —m E i j C U = Q 2 1 N W j U I t c — t > O •` to 19th St t Base Line ^ Base Line r`f Church i 1 Church Foothillf � � . Foothill A Arrow > E " 0 c Arrow Jc rsey z m 8th ° 0: to i m t9 6th t w Y 8tlr w N > — 4th a x x 4th Meeting Location: • City Hall 10500 Civic Center Drive CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA • HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION MINUTES Regular Meeting May 9, 2012 Chairman Munoz 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 Munoz then led in the pledge of allegiance. ROLL CALL COMMISSIONERS: PRESENT: Richard Fletcher, Frances Howdyshell, Lou Munoz, Francisco Oaxaca, Ray Wimberly ABSENT: None STAFF PRESENT: Candyce Burnett, Senior Planner; Steven Flower, Assistant City Attorney; Donald Granger, Senior Planner; Dan James, Senior Civil Engineer; Mayuko Nakajima,Assistant Planner, Lois Schrader, Planning Commission Secretary; Mike Smith, Associate Planner; Jeffrey Bloom, Interim Planning Director • APPROVAL OF MINUTES Motion: Moved by Wimberly, seconded by Fletcher, carried 5-0, to approve the minutes of April 25, 2012. DIRECTOR'S REPORTS A. UPDATE TO THE HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION REGARDING THE HISTORY AND CONDITION STATUS OF THE HISTORIC COUR HOUSE, LOCATED AT 7567 ETIWANDA AVENUE Mayuko Nakajima, Assistant Planner, presented the staff report. She stated that another update report will be brought to the Commission on June 13. In response to Vice Chairman Howdyshell, Ms. Nakajima said she does not know what the roofing cost will be but that the property owner has submitted plans and they are currently being routed to the various departments for review. PUBLIC COMMENTS Ed Dietl asked for an update report on the condition and status of the China House. He then announced the upcoming Cucamonga Classic Car Show slated for June 30, 2012 at the Magic Lamp restaurant on Foothill Boulevard. • Luana Hernandez stated she is the owner of the newly roofed Isaac Lord House and noted the great article and photos found in the Daily Bulletin newspaper of her home and on the upcoming historical tour. She said they want to support preservation. • Sandy Dietl said tickets are being sold for the tour slated for June 16. She said the tour includes two homes, the old stone church and the old fire station and tickets are $25. COMMISSION BUSINESS/COMMENTS In response to Mr. Dietl's report request, Candyce Burnett, Senior Planner noted that reports have been brought back to the Commission on two occasions and staff could do another at the request of the Commission. Steven Flower,Assistant City Attorney noted that the structure is not landmarked, and therefore the owner cannot be forced to bring the structure into compliance with the Historic Ordinance. He said it has been in a deteriorated state for some time, this is not a new occurrence. Following some general discussion regarding the structure's condition, Chairman Munoz asked staff to bring back an updated report on the status and condition of the structure. He noted that because of the natural construction of the building, i.e., it was not built at top of the line standards in the first place, and it has survived far beyond what it was originally intended for. ADJOURNMENT Motion: Moved by Oaxaca, seconded by Wimberly, carried 5-0, to adjourn. The Historic • Preservation Commission adjourned at 7:20 p.m. Approved: • HPC Minutes -2- May 9, 2012 STAFF REPORT • PLjNNING DEPARTMENT RANCHO Date: May 23, 2012 CUCAMONGA To: Chairman and Members of the Historic Preservation Commission From: Jeffrey A. Bloom, Interim Planning Director By: Mayuko Nakajima, Assistant Planner Subject: UPDATE TO THE HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION REGARDING THE STATUS OF THE CHINATOWN HOUSE LOCATED AT 9591 SAN BERNARDINO ROAD RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the Historic Preservation Commission receive the staff report and file for future reference. BACKGROUND: At the last Commission meeting, the Commission requested that staff present an update report regarding the maintenance status of the historic Chinatown House. There are ongoing issues with the structure and there is growing concern that it may soon fall down. UPDATE: Staff last provided an oral update on March 9, 2011. Staff sent a notice letter to the Cucamonga Valley Water District (CVWD) on October 11, 2011, indicating all of the necessary • improvements that are required (Exhibit B). Since then, staff has been in contact with CVWD to discuss alternatives for the structure. Staff understands this is an ongoing issue and plans to meet with CVWD again. Additionally, staff performed a field inspection with the new Interim Planning Director to review the condition of the structure. Staff will continue to initiate contact with CVWD. Staff will bring an update at a future date when additional information is available. Respectfully submitted, Jeffrey A. Bloom Interim Planning Director JAB:MN\Is Attachments Exhibit A— Minutes from March 9, 2011 Historic Preservation Commission meeting Exhibit B — Letter to CVWD dated October 11, 2011 Exhibit C — Photographs taken October 3, 2011 • Item A a CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION MINUTES • Regular Meeting March 9, 2011 Chairman Munoz 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 Munoz then led in the pledge of allegiance. ROLL CALL COMMISSIONERS: PRESENT: Richard Fletcher, Frances Howdyshell, Lou Munoz, Francisco Oaxaca, Ray Wimberly ABSENT: None STAFF PRESENT: Candyce Burnett, Senior Planner; Steven Flower, Assistant City Attorney; Dan James, Senior Civil Engineer; Donald Granger, Senior Planner; Mike Smith, Associate Planner; Jennifer Nakamura, Associate Planner; Lois Schrader, Planning Commission Secretary; James Troyer, Planning Director rt rt rt rt x ANNOUNCEMENTS • None ! R t k R APPROVAL OF MINUTES Motion: Moved by Howdyshell, seconded by Fletcher, carried 4-0-1 (Wimberly abstain),to approve the minutes of February 23, 2011. k M R ! k DIRECTOR'S REPORTS A. STATUS REPORT REGARDING THE INSPECTIONS OF SWEETEN HALL AND THE CHINA HOUSE - ORAL REPORT Candyce Burnett, Senior Planner, gave an oral report noting that their inspection was an exterior look and Sweeten Hall appears in relatively sound condition but needs minor repair. She said the China House looks relatively clean, but has some structural issues. She said the Building Official is looking at potential remedies for structural stability. She said there is not additional information and staff will bring back another report if there is anything new to report. Commissioner Fletcher asked about the structural issues at the China House, specifically the roof. • EXHIBIT A A-2 Ms. Burnett said they could not go inside, but from the exterior, it looks like there are structural issues with the roof. She said the Building Official is looking to see what can be done to stabilize the structure. Vice Chairman Howdyshell asked if any photos were taken and if there is a timeframe in which the • Building Official will give a report back. Ms Burnett said none were during this visit but there are some recent photographs in our files. Ms. Burnett said staff and the Building Official need to research the possible remedies and to have discussions with the owners of the buildings before a report can be brought back; there is no set timeframe. Chairman Munoz asked if there are structural issues at the China House. He asked who owns the building and if staff is going to the owner. Ms. Burnett indicated that there are no Code Enforcement issues at this time and that only a visual inspection from the outside was done at this time because staff has not been given access to the building by the owner. She said the Cucamonga Valley Water District(CVWD)is the owner and this was an initial inspection and staff will go to the owner as we will need permission to enter the building. Commissioner Oaxaca asked that in the future, staff to get photos to accompany future updates/reports. Ms. Burnett confirmed that it wasjust an introductory inspection at this point and as they progress in their research, staff will provide a more formal report. Commissioner Wimberly expressed concern in that there is still an issue to be addressed by the owner and that with no real timeframe for Code Enforcement or for the Building Official to make this • happen, there could be another instance of demolition by neglect. He asked how the process could be stepped up. Ms. Bumett said staff is working with them and noted the Building Official will be out for a few weeks, but upon his return, staff will go out again, look at the remedies and talk with the property owners in the next 3-4 weeks. The secretary received and filed the report. PUBLIC COMMENTS Ed Dietl of HPARC said the west side of the China House roof appears to be collapsing. He noted this building was landmarked before the CVWD owned it. He reported that Sweeten Hall has security issues; there have been break-ins. He said the historic gas station (rear building) is now gone and all the relics are gone with the exception of some old license plates he found. He said he believes the City will move the building that remains. He reiterated that he wants to keep it on its own property. Luana Hernandez said it would be a shame to move the building. She said if it is move, it would no longer be on Route 66 and that she wants to preserve it for posterity. • HPC Minutes -2- March 9, 2011 A-3 ' COMMISSION BUSINESS/COMMENTS Commissioner Oaxaca said he visited the John Rains House and they were celebrating Cucamonga • History Day. He said he highly recommends the tour as it is nicely restored, fully furnished in period furniture, and the docents and activities were interesting as well as the history of the house and inhabitants' personal stories. He said this structure was saved from the bulldozers in 1970s. Vice Chairman Howdyshell said keeping the China House and Sweeten Hall on the radar is important. She said she hopes the owners understand the value of corporate citizenship. Chairman Munoz said he would like to be informed of the status of these structures, who owns them, who we talk to, and how do we get those tolks to work with us. ADJOURNMENT Motion: Moved by Oaxaca, seconded by Wimberly, carried 5-0, to adjourn. The Historic Preservation Commission adjourned at 7:20 p.m. espectfully submitt� James R. Troyer, AICP Secretary • Approved: March 23, 2011 • HPC Minutes -3- March 9, 2011 A-4 COMMISSION BUSINESS/COMMENTS Commissioner Oaxaca said he visited the John Rains House and they were celebrating Cucamonga • History Day. He said he highly recommends the tour as it is nicely restored, fully furnished in period furniture, and the docents and activities were interesting as well as the history of the house and inhabitants' personal stories. He said this structure was saved from the bulldozers in 1970s. Vice Chairman Howdyshell said keeping the China House and Sweeten Hall on the radar is important. She said she hopes the owners understand the value of corporate citizenship. Chairman Munoz said he would like to be informed of the status of these structures, who owns them, who we talk to, and how do we get those folks to work with us. ADJOURNMENT Motion: Moved by Oaxaca, seconded by Wimberly, carried 5-0, to adjourn. The Historic Preservation Commission adjourned at 7:20 p.m. espectfully submitt d, James R. Troyer, AICP Secretary • Approved: March 23, 2011 • HPC Minutes -3- March 9, 2011 A-4 Mayor L. DENT, 11CHAEL•Mayo, Pro Tarn SAM SPAGNOLO Council Memben WILLIAM J. ALEXANUEP, CHUCK FiUQUET, DIANE WILLIAMS try Managrr,JOHN R. GILLISON 1 THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA _ • RANCHO CUCAMONGA October 11, 2011 Cucamonga Valley Water District 10440 Ashford Street Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730 SUBJECT: HISTORIC PROPERTY ON 9591 SAN BERNARDINO ROAD (CHINATOWN HOUSE) Dear Property Owner: This letter serves as a notice regarding the property located at 9591 San Bernardino Road, Rancho Cucamonga, California 91730, a designated local historic landmark,. also known as the Chinatown House. The City of Rancho Cucamonga recently adopted its new historic preservation ordinance on July 6, 2011. Pursuant to the new Ordinance, Section 2.24.010 (Maintenance of Historic Landmarks and Contributing Resources), a property owner is required to "keep in good repair all exterior portions thereof, all interior portions thereof regulated by the applicable designation statement or adopted conservation plan and all interior portions thereof whose maintenance is necessary to prevent deterioration and decay of any exterior architectural feature." The complete section from the Ordinance is attached to this letter. • Based on .a recent inspection of your property, staff observed the following that needs immediate attention: 1. Building elements in danger of falling and injuring persons or property - Porch elements unstable. 2. Walls, partitions, or other vertical supports that split, lean, list, buckle, or are otherwise failing because of defective material or deterioration - Walls and vertical supports are starting to lean and split. 3. Ceilings, roofs, roof supports, or other horizontal members that sag, split, buckle, or are otherwise failing because of defective materials or deterioration - The roof, roof supports, all exterior supports, and walls are in poor condition. 4. Deteriorated, crumbling, or loose exterior plaster - Bricks are starting to fall out because of the absence of mortar to hold them in place. 5. Deteriorated or ineffective waterproofing of exterior walls, roofs, foundations or floors; including, but not limited to broken windows or doors - Walls, roofs, windows, and doors are in poor condition. 6. Defective or insufficient weather protection for exterior wall coverings, including lack of paint, or weathering because of lack of paint or other protective covering - Loose brick and open holes in the roof provide insufficient weather protection, further deteriorating the structure. 7. Any fault, defect, or deterioration in the building that renders it structurally unsafe or insufficiently • watertight - Does not appear to be structurally safe at this time. EXHIBITB Cucamonga,CA 91729-0807•Tel (909)477-2700•Fix(909) 477-2849•w w.OryofRC.w A-5 NOTICE LETTER CHINATOWN HOUSE October 11, 2011 Page 2 • The City of Rancho Cucamonga is interested in working with the Cucamonga Valley Water District to save the structure. Please contact May Nakajima, Assistant Planner, at (909) 477-2750, to begin a discussion on how to address the noted violations. Sincerely, ° Planning Department Ja s R. Troyer, AICP Pla ning Director JRT:MN/ge Attachment • A-6 2.24.110 Maintenance of Historic Landmarks and Contributing Resources. • A. The owner, occupant, or other person having legal custody and control of a Historic Landmark or Contributing Resource shall keep in good repair all exterior portions thereof, all interior portions thereof regulated by the applicable designation statement or adopted conservation plan, and all interior portions thereof whose maintenance is necessary to prevent deterioration and decay of any exterior architectural feature. B. The owner, occupant or other person having legal custody and control of a Historic Landmark or Contributing Resource shall promptly repair such building or structure consistent with all other applicable local, State, and Federal laws, if it is found to have any of the following defects as determined by the Building and Safety Official: 1. Building elements in danger of falling and injuring persons or property. 2. Deteriorated or inadequate foundation. 3. Defective or deteriorated flooring. 4. Walls, partitions, or other vertical supports that split, lean, list, buckle, or are otherwise failing due to defective material or deterioration. 5. Ceilings, roofs, roof supports, or other horizontal members that sag, split, buckle, or are otherwise failing due to defective materials or deterioration. 6. Fireplaces or chimneys that list, bulge, settle, or are otherwise failing due • to defective material or deterioration. 7. Deteriorated, crumbling or loose exterior plaster. 8. Deteriorated or ineffective waterproofing of exterior walls, roofs, foundations or floors; including, but not limited to broken windows or doors. 9. Defective or insufficient weather protection for exterior wall coverings, including lack of paint, or weathering due to lack of paint or other protective covering. 10. Any fault, defect, or deterioration in the building that renders it structurally unsafe or insufficiently watertight. C. A Certificate of Appropriateness shall not be issued for the demolition of a Historic Landmark or a Contributing Resource because of the failure of the owner to comply with the provisions of this section. • A-7 1 H� t 4 lo � " Y 1:. G f. _ a 1� j 4 !G r �, •'4 ' �. .',,,� �;. � yip! _ ,r vt d „ V r _ r r-y ��'"_ r beCr� � 'ate..— •--'—"' --_""s'� J A � •S'0 1 f a F • ni- e -rX