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Item 5 - Staff Report and Attachment 1, Desk Item and Attachments 2-3 PREPARED BY: SEAN MULLIN, AICP Associate Planner 110 E. Main Street Los Gatos, CA 95030 ● 408-354-6874 www.losgatosca.gov TOWN OF LOS GATOS HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMITTEE REPORT MEETING DATE: 05/27/2020 ITEM NO: 5 DATE: May 21, 2020 TO: Historic Preservation Committee FROM: Joel Paulson, Community Development Director SUBJECT: Forward a Recommendation to the Director on a Request for Demolition of an Existing Non-Contributing Multi-family Residence and Construction of a New Single-family Residence in the Broadway Historic District on Property Zoned R-1D:LHP Located at 101 Broadway. APN 510-45-041. Architecture and Site Application S-20-003. Property Owner: Mark DeMattei. Applicant: Jay Plett. Project Planner: Sean Mullin. RECOMMENDATION: Forward a recommendation to the Director on a request for demolition of an existing non- contributing multi-family residence and construction of a new single-family residence in the Broadway Historic District on property zoned R-1D:LHP located at 101 Broadway. PROPERTY DETAILS: 1. Date primary structure was built: prior to 1900 2. Town of Los Gatos Historic Status Code: N/A 3. Does property have an LHP Overlay? Yes 4. Is structure in a historic district? Yes, Broadway District 5. If yes, is it a contributor? No 6. Findings required? Yes 7. Considerations required? Yes BACKGROUND: The subject property is located in the Broadway Historic District and is developed a multi-family residence containing two units. The applicant has submitted an Architectural and PAGE 2 OF 3 SUBJECT: 101 Broadway/S-20-003 May 21, 2020 N:\DEV\HISTORIC PRESERVATION\HPC Sheets\2020\05-27-20\Item 5 - 101 Broadway\Broadway, 101 - 05-27-20.docx 5/21/2020 5:37 PM BACKGROUND (continued): Site application for demolition of an existing non-contributing multi-family residence and construction of a new single-family residence. In January, the Historic Preservation Committee (HPC) preliminarily reviewed the architectural merit of the existing residence. The HPC recognized that the existing residence had been damaged in a fire and found that the existing residence has been altered to the point where the historic integrity has been lost. Should the HPC continue to agree with its preliminary review, it can make findings for demolition related to alterations to the original residence resulting in a loss of integrity . The HPC stated further that replacement of the residence could be considered, given a design , mass and scale, and detailing compatible with the neighborhood and the Historic District. Additionally, the HPC recommended that the new residence be sensitive to maintaining privacy with the neighboring properties. Should the Committee continue to agree with its preliminary review, it can also make considerations in the design review of the proposed new residence. CONCLUSION: A. Findings X As required by Town Code Section 29.10.09030(c) Demolition of historic structures, a demolition permit for a historic structure may only be approved if: 1. The structure poses an imminent safety hazard; or 2. The structure is determined not to have any special historical, architectural or aesthetic interest or value. Any request to demolish an historic structure shall be reviewed by the Historic Preservation Committee. Applications to demolish a non-contributing historic structure shall be accompanied by a detailed report describing all aspects of the structure's phys ical condition prepared by an architect, licensed design professional, or registered civil engineer at the applicant's expense. B. Considerations X In evaluating applications, the deciding body shall consider the architectural style, design, arrangement, texture, materials and color, and any other pertinent factors. Applications shall not be granted unless: 2. In historic districts, the proposed work will neither adversely affect the exterior architectural characteristics or other features of the property which is the subject of the PAGE 3 OF 3 SUBJECT: 101 Broadway/S-20-003 May 21, 2020 N:\DEV\HISTORIC PRESERVATION\HPC Sheets\2020\05-27-20\Item 5 - 101 Broadway\Broadway, 101 - 05-27-20.docx 5/21/2020 5:37 PM CONCLUSION (continued): application, nor adversely affect its relationship, in terms of harmony and appropriateness, with its surroundings, including neighboring structures, nor adverselyaffect the character, or the historical, architectural or aesthetic interest or value of the district. ATTACHMENTS: 1. Development Plans This Page Intentionally Left Blank ATTACHMENT 1 PREPARED BY: SEAN MULLIN, AICP Associate Planner 110 E. Main Street Los Gatos, CA 95030 ● 408-354-6874 www.losgatosca.gov TOWN OF LOS GATOS HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMITTEE REPORT MEETING DATE: 05/27/2020 ITEM NO: 5 DESK ITEM DATE: May 27, 2020 TO: Historic Preservation Committee FROM: Joel Paulson, Community Development Director SUBJECT: Forward a Recommendation to the Director on a Request for Demolition of an Existing Non-Contributing Multi -family Residence and Construction of a New Single-family Residence in the Broadway Historic District on Property Zoned R-1D:LHP Located at 101 Broadway. APN 510 -45-041. Architecture and Site Application S-20-003. Property Owner : Mark DeMattei. Applicant: Jay Plett. Project Planner: Sean Mullin. REMARKS: Attachment 2 is an updated Shadow Study. Attachment 3 includes public comments received between 11:01 a.m., Friday, May 22, 2020 and 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, May 27, 2020. ATTACHMENTS: Previously received with the May 27, 2020 report: 1. Development Plans Received with this Desk Item Report: 2. Updated Shadow Study 3. Public comments received between 11:01 a.m., Friday, May 22, 2020 and 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, May 27, 2020 From: Karen Kurtz <kurtzk@comcast.net> Sent: Tuesday, May 26, 2020 9:49 AM To: Planning Comment <PlanningComment@losgatosca.gov> Subject: Public comment item # 5 Regarding 101 Broadway. My name is Karen Kurtz I have been a resident of Los Gatos since 1967 and residing at my present home at 107 Broadway since 1988. My home was built approximately 132 years ago. I agree that 101 Broadway should be demolished soon. It is presently a fire & safety hazard as well as a health issue for our neighborhood. While I am happy to know a new home will be built on the property, I am saddened to see the present home plans which I do not believe blend in with our historic neighborhood or with the Victorian style homes on either side of it and throughout the neighborhood. I do not believe 101 Broadway should be 3 levels in the front or have flat or straight roof lines as again there are no other homes in the immediate area with that kind of architecture. I realize that the current trend is contemporary but our neighborhood is not contemporary. I also am very concerned about the impact on my views which have been available & enjoyed at this property for over 100 years. Those views were certainly a consideration when I purchased this property and have added value on appraisals that I have had throughout the years. It will also block the light from the east except for maybe the 3 months when the sun is at its highest. The east is my only source of sun light because of the mountains & trees to the south and west. Except for those few longer days I need to turn on my lights in the house around 1:30 PM and all day in some rooms of my home on the lower level. Taking away my light and views will devalue my property. This is my retirement nest egg that I have fought to create and save for the last 32 years. Since I am in my 80’s this is a major concern for me now as I have no other way to make up that lost value. I never considered or imagined that I would lose those views and light source. I really want to work with the owner of 101 Broadway to create something that can satisfy both of our needs which I believe is possible. We have long but narrow lots so the height issue along with window placement becomes more prominent when we are so close to one another. I am concerned about the neighbor on the other side at 98 Broadway whose owner passed away suddenly a few months ago. I’m not sure anyone is around to speak up about the privacy that they will lose with all the windows that will look into that backyard & their skylights. My wish is to create a pleasant living experience for all. Yes, demo the present home but may we work together on the plans for the new replacement home so that they are more compatible for all regarding our privacy, views and natural light. I request that anyone who has a part in making the decision about the new house plans visit my property to see for themselves the negative impact the present plans will have on my property and the neighbor on the other side at 98 Broadway. Thank you for your consideration and time, Karen Kurtz 107 Broadway Ext