04-05-06 Minutes - HPC110 TOWN OF LOS GATOS
110 East Main Street, Los Gatos, CA 95032 (408) 354-6872
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SUMMARY MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE HISTORIC
PRESERVATION COMMITTEE OF THE TOWN OF LOS GATOS FOR APRIL 5, 2006,
HELD IN THE TOWN COUNCIL CHAMBERS, 110 E MAIN STREET, LOS GATOS,
CALIFORNIA.
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The meeting was called to order at 5:30 P.M. by Chair Burch.
ATTENDANCE
Members Present: Kendra Burch, Bob Cowan, D. Michael Kane, and Len Pacheco
Members Absent:Steve Rice
Staff Present:Sandy Baily, Associate Planner
ITEM 1:516 SAN BENITO AVENUE
The Committee considered a request to remove this pre-1941 single family residence from the
Town=s Historic Resources Inventory. Burch moved to approve the request on the basis that the
structure has no historic significance. Pacheco seconded, motion passed unanimously. Appeal
rights were cited.
ITEM 2:16925 ROBERTS ROAD
The Committee considered a request to remove this pre-1941 single family residence from the
Town=s Historic Resources Inventory. Pacheco moved to approve the request on the basis that
although the siding is historic, the architectural form of the structure is not distinctive and the
period trim and windows are gone. Kane seconded, motion passed unanimously. For the record,
the Committee stated that the structure is a classic bungalow in terms of shape and siding
material and staff should take this into consideration when reviewing any future additions.
ITEM 3.262 LOS GATOS BLVD
The Committee considered a request to demolish a pre-1941 single family residence. Burch
moved to recommend approval of the demolition to the Development Review Committee based
on the structural documentation provided at a previous meeting which justified that the house is
in poor condition and has several additions which were poorly constructed. Kane seconded,
motion passed unanimously. The Committee stated that the replacement structure should be
sensitive to the neighborhood.
ITEM 4.255 EDELEN AVENUE
The Committee considered a request for exterior modifications to a single family residence
located in the University/Edelen Historic District. Pacheco moved to approve the application as
modified at the meeting subject to the following conditions:
1.A dormer style element shall be constructed which extends from the main roof and is
supported by the internal roof structure. This element shall incorporate lattice material.
A drawing of this modification is attached to the approved plan.
2.The front porch shall be constructed entirely in wood and shall be of a style appropriate
to the architectural style of the house.
3.Sidi ng mate rial s hall m atch ex isti ng.
Burch seconded. Motion passed unanimously. Appeal rights were cited.
ITEM 5.100 CREFFIELD HEIGHTS
The Committee considered plans for a first and second story addition to a pre-1941 single family
residence. Pacheco moved to recommend approval of the application to the Director of
Community Development. Burch seconded, motion passed unanimously. The Committee found
that the additions to be removed were not historic and that the brick siding was irreparable and
could be removed. This work would not classify as a demolition.
ITEM 6.44 PLEASANT STREET
The Committee considered plans to relocate and add onto a pre-1941 single family residence.
The applicant was commended for going through significant lengths to meet Committee
concerns. Burch moved to recommend approval of the application to the Development Review
Committee subject to the following conditions:
1.The eaves of the addition shall be extended six inches.
2.The windows in the addition shall be raised six inches.
3.A stone fascia shall be added on the new porch to match the existing stone on the front
porch.
4.The porch brackets shall be removed on the new porch.
Co wa n s ec on de d, mo ti on pa ss ed un an im ou sl y.
ITEM 7.OTHER BUSINESS
a.307 Pennsylvania Avenue - The Committee considered preliminary plans for an
addition to a pre-1941 single family residence. The Committee stated that the
work proposed was a vast improvement, but expressed concern that the addition
may take away from the historic structure. Existing trees were noted of being
important to retain. Requested applicant to consider extending the porch.
b.115 N. Santa Cruz Avenue - The Committee considered a preliminary site plan
regarding additions and/or renovations to the historic Coggeshall mansion site.
The following comments were raised by the Committee:
•Don’t touch the ex isti ng bui ldin g.
•Recommend providing a model.
•Applicant is on the right track. The concept is attractive.
•Site currently feels foreboding. A development proposal should make the site
appealing to venture into.
•Providing buildings at the front and keeping the prominence of the main
building is positive.
•Retail on the street is important.
•Landscaping can create a mystery to attract people.
•Side buildings should not obscure the mansion.
•Consider transparent corner buildings.
•Any new building shall complement the mansion and site.
•Preserve major trees.
•Obtain a good landscape architect.
•Preserve wrought iron fence.
•Corner buildings should be different.
•Site should be inviting all day, not just an evening experience.
•Provide sections to show different levels.
•Look at relating entrances closer to the street.
c.Residential Design Guidelines - Pacheco will work on the books for the
bi bl io gr ap hy.
ITEM 8.APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Th e m in ut es fr om th e m ee ti ng of Ma rc h 1 , 2 00 6 w er e p as se d u na ni mo us ly.
ITEM 9. STATUS OF PREVIOUS APPLICATIONS
Baily informed the Committee on the status of previous applications.
ITEM 10:ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned at 8:00 P.M. to the next regularly meeting on May 3, 2006.
Pr ep ar ed by:Ap pr ov ed by:
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Sandy L. Baily, Associate Planner Kendra Burch, Chair
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