Item 1 - 3-23-16 MinutesDRAFTTOWN OF LOS GATOS
110 East Main Street, Los Gatos, CA 95030 (408) 354-6874
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SUMMARY MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING OF THE HISTORIC PRESERVATION
COMMITTEE OF THE TOWN OF LOS GATOS FOR MARCH 23, 2016 HELD IN THE
TOWN COUNCIL CHAMBERS, 110 E MAIN STREET, LOS GATOS, CALIFORNIA.
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The meeting was called to order at 4:00 P.M. by Chair Bob Cowan.
ATTENDANCE
Members Present: Len Pacheco, Bob Cowan, Kathryn Janoff, Michael Kane, Tom O’Donnell
Members Absent: None
Staff Present: Marni Moseley, Associate Planner
Sylvie Roussel, Administrative Assistant
VERBAL COMMUNICATIONS – NONE
1. Approval of Minutes
• February 24, 2016
• March 9, 2016
MOTION: Len Pacheco moved to approve the minutes of February 24, 2016 and March 9,
2016. The motion was seconded by Michael Kane and approved 5-0.
2. 131 Johnson Avenue
Requesting approval to construct a new second story on property zoned R-1:8.
APN 532-29-011.
PROPERTY OWNER/APPLICANT: Camille and Chris Bernhoft
PROJECT PLANNER: Marni Moseley
Kathryn Janoff stated that the proposed design is on the right track for staying
with the historical look of the neighborhood.
The committee agreed there are a lot of positive aspects in the proposed design.
MOTION: The committee gave the following directions: to restore the original porch details,
the proposed windows should match the original windows if possible, windows
without mullions are preferred, and window sills should be installed throughout if
possible.
3. 246 University Avenue
Historic Architecture and Site Application HS-16-028
Requesting approval to replace the existing wood windows with clad and add
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French doors to the rear elevation on property zoned R-1D:LHP. APN 529-04-
093.
PROPERTY OWNER: Bogueslaw (George) Marcinkowski
APPLICANT: Sylvia Ferranyalka
PROJECT PLANNER: Marni Moseley
Len Pacheco stated the house was not in good condition and the proposed
windows would be an improvement.
MOTION: Len Pacheco moved to approve the proposed application. Additionally, approval
of the doorway options, where the applicant can implement the most appropriate
option based on the existing framing. The motion was seconded by Tom
O’Donnell and approved 5-0.
4. 136 Tait Avenue (Modification of previous approval)
Historic Architecture and Site Application S-15-043
Requesting approval for an addition to a contributing single-family residence in
the Almond Grove Historic District on property zoned R-1D:LHP. APN 510-18-
023.
PROPERTY OWNER: John and Valerie Hopkins
APPLICANT: Steve Sweeters
PROJECT PLANNER: Marni Moseley
MOTION: Len Pacheco moved to approve the proposed modifications. The motion was
seconded by Tom O’Donnell and approved 4-0-1, with Bob recused.
5. 104 University Avenue
Historic Architecture and Site Application HS-16-027
Requesting approval to change the railing type on existing decking on property
zoned C-2:LHP. APN 529-02-012.
PROPERTY OWNER/APPLICANT: Bert Millen
PROJECT PLANNER: Marni Moseley
Len Pacheco stated there may be building code issues that will need to be
addressed.
Kathryn Janoff suggested not painting the railings white and instead using a
darker color.
MOTION: Kathryn Janoff moved to approve the proposed metal railings and recommended
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painting the railing a dark color and that if in the future, the applicant should
replace the side staircase, they be consistent with same material and color as the
upper deck. The motion was seconded by Michael Kane and approved 5-0.
Adjournment
The meeting was adjourned at 5:15 p.m. The next regular meeting is scheduled for April 27,
2016 at 4:00 p.m.
Prepared by: Sylvie Roussel, Administrative Assistant
Approved by:
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Marni Moseley, AICP Bob Cowan
Associate Planner Chair
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