Item 4 - Staff Report and Attachments 1 to 6
PREPARED BY: SAVANNAH VAN AKIN
Assistant 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: 05/25/2022 ITEM NO: 4
Date: May 20, 2022
To: Historic Preservation Committee
From: Joel Paulson, Community Development Director
Subject: Requesting Approval for Construction of Exterior Alterations to an Existing Non-
Contributing Commercial Building in the University-Edelen Historic District on
Property Zoned C-2:LHP. Minor Development in a Historic District Application
HS-22-023. Located at 106 Royce Street. APN 529-04-025. PROPERTY OWNER:
Charles Jack. APPLICANT: Todd Bayless. PROJECT PLANNER: Savannah Van Akin.
RECOMMENDATION:
Requesting approval for construction of exterior alterations to an existing non-contributing
commercial building in the University-Edelen Historic District on property zoned C-2:LHP
located at 106 Royce Street.
PROPERTY DETAILS:
1. Date primary structure was built: 1961
2. Does property have an LHP Overlay? Yes
3. Is structure in a historic district? Yes, University-Edelen Historic District
4. If yes, is it a contributor? No
5. Findings required? No
6. Considerations required? Yes
BACKGROUND:
The applicant is proposing exterior modifications to an existing, non-contributing building in the
University-Edelen Historic District. The Santa Clara County Assessor’s Database lists a
construction date of 1961. The Sanborn Maps show evidence of a residential unit at the subject
property between 1928-1956 (Attachment 1). There are no records of this residential unit,
however there are several plumbing and electrical building permits for this property from the
1960’s (Attachment 2), which generally indicates new construction.
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BACKGROUND (Continued):
Building plans from 1994 were found for a salon remodel (Attachment 3). Elevations from
Attachment 3 reflect the existing conditions of the subject property.
DISCUSSION:
The proposal includes new wood and stucco siding, new wood eave posts, replacement of all
existing windows, two new large format glass doors and two new standard size glass doors, a
new branding mural on the West elevation, a new roof sign, and new landscaping (Attachment
4). The roof sign as shown in the development plans would require an Architecture and Site
Application which is not being reviewed with this application. The Project Description Letter
(Attachment 5) discusses the scope of work, explains the history of the existing mural on the
West elevation, and how this project contributes to the University-Edelen Historic District. The
subject property pictures are included in Attachment 6.
CONCLUSION:
The applicant is requesting approval of a proposal to construct exterior modifications to an
existing non-contributing building located in the University-Edelen Historic District. Should the
Committee find merit in the request, the recommendation would be forwarded to the
Community Development Director and the application would continue through the Building
Permit process. The project would not return to the Committee.
CONSIDERATIONS:
A. Considerations
Sec. 29.80.290. Standards for review.
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:
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 application, nor adversely affect its relationship, in terms of harmony and
appropriateness, with its surroundings, including neighboring structures, nor
adversely affect the character, or the historical, architectural or aesthetic interest or
value of the district.
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Attachments:
1. Sanborn Maps
2. 1960’s Building Permits
3. 1994 Building Permits
4. Development Plans
5. Project Description Letter
6. Property Pictures
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1956
ATTACHMENT 1
1928-1944
1928
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ATTACHMENT 2
ATTACHMENT 3
A1.1COVER SHEET & PROJECT DATAN O R T H
VICINITY MAP SHEET INDEX PROJECT DATA
A-2OCCUPANCY GROUP:
CAT & CLOUD COFFEE
106 ROYCE STREET
OWNERS:
PROJECT SITE:
PROJECT DESCRIPTION:
C-2 (B)ZONING:
LOS GATOS, CALIFORNIA, 95030
A NEW COFFEE SHOP TO BE LOCATED IN AN
EXISTING UNOCCUPIED TYPE BUILDING
FORMERLY USED AS A HAIR SALON (B
OCCUPANCY). THE PROPOSED COFFEE SHOP
WILL HAVE A SERVICE BAR, REFRIGERATED
STORAGE, AND A DISHWASH AREA, BUT NO
COMMERCIAL KITCHEN OR ALCOHOL SERVICE.
A1.1 COVER SHEET AND PROJECT DATA
A2.1 ARCHITECTURAL SITE PLAN
A3.1 EXISTING & PROPOSED FLOOR PLANS
A3.2 EXISTING ROOF PLAN
A5.1 EXTERIOR ELEVATIONS & BUILDING SECTION
A5.2 PERSPECTIVE VIEWS
SU-1 TOPOGRAPHIC SURVEY
CHARLES JACK
EMAIL: CHARLES@CATANDCLOUD.COM
COFFEE SHOP TENANT IMPROVEMENT FOR
CAT & CLOUD
106 ROYCE STREET, LOS GATOS, CALIFORNIA
AREA CALCULATIONS
LOT AREA: 2,416 S.F.
FLOOR AREA:
EXISTING FLOOR AREA:1,946 S.F.
PROPOSED FLOOR AREA:1,946 S.F.
PROJECT
LOCATION
TYPE V-B (NON-SPRINKLERRED)CONSTRUCTION TYPE:
529-04-025APN:
DISCLAIMER
THE DATA SET FORTH ON THIS SHEET IS
THE PROPERTY OF WILLIAM C. KEMPF,
ARCHITECTS. IT IS AN INSTRUMENT OF
SERVICE AND MAY NOT BE ALTERED,
REPRODUCED, OR USED WITHOUT THE
CONSENT OF THE ARCHITECT. THE PROPER
ELECTRONIC TRANSFER OF DATA SHALL
BE THE USER'S RESPONSIBILITY WITHOUT
LIABILITY TO THE ARCHITECT.
UNAUTHORIZED USE IS PROHIBITED.
STAMP
SHEET
www.wckempf.com
Santa Cruz, CA 95060
WILLIAM C. KEMPF
831 459-0951
105 Locust Street, Suite B
ARCHITECTS
APPROVAL STAMP
REVISIONS
DATEDESCRIPTIONNo.
PRELIMINARY
NOT FOR
CONSTRUCTION
CLIENT NAME:
PROJECT NAME:
DRAWING DATE:
A.P.N.
APRIL 19, 2022
529-04-025
CHARLES JACK
CAT & CLOUD LOS GATOSCOFFEE SHOP TENANT IMPROVEMENT FORCAT & CLOUD COFFEE106 ROYCE STREET, LOS GATOS, CALIFORNIA 95030ATTACHMENT 4
1 ARCHITECTURAL SITE PLANA2.1
ARCHITECTURAL SITE PLAN
SCALE: 1/4" = 1'-0"
N O R T H
ROYCE STREET
ADJACENT
RESIDENCE
ADJACENT
RESIDENCE
ADJACENT
TOWN
PARKING LOT
EXISTING
BUILDING
COVERED
PORCH
COVERED
PORCH
47.70'
51.01'47.83'47.15'RAISED PLANTERNEW STEP
EM
GMSSCO
WMWM
TV GTE PGE
PAVERS
EXISTING TRASH
DUMPSTER &
RECYCLING BIN
DISCLAIMER
THE DATA SET FORTH ON THIS SHEET IS
THE PROPERTY OF WILLIAM C. KEMPF,
ARCHITECTS. IT IS AN INSTRUMENT OF
SERVICE AND MAY NOT BE ALTERED,
REPRODUCED, OR USED WITHOUT THE
CONSENT OF THE ARCHITECT. THE PROPER
ELECTRONIC TRANSFER OF DATA SHALL
BE THE USER'S RESPONSIBILITY WITHOUT
LIABILITY TO THE ARCHITECT.
UNAUTHORIZED USE IS PROHIBITED.
STAMP
SHEET
www.wckempf.com
Santa Cruz, CA 95060
WILLIAM C. KEMPF
831 459-0951
105 Locust Street, Suite B
ARCHITECTS
APPROVAL STAMP
REVISIONS
DATEDESCRIPTIONNo.
PRELIMINARY
NOT FOR
CONSTRUCTION
CLIENT NAME:
PROJECT NAME:
DRAWING DATE:
A.P.N.
APRIL 19, 2022
529-04-025
CHARLES JACK
CAT & CLOUD LOS GATOSCOFFEE SHOP TENANT IMPROVEMENT FORCAT & CLOUD COFFEE106 ROYCE STREET, LOS GATOS, CALIFORNIA 95030
1 EXISTING & PROPOSED FLOOR PLANSA3.1
EXISTING FLOOR PLAN
SCALE: 1/4" = 1'-0"
CRAWLSPACE
ACCESS
RECEPTION
LOBBY
PORCH
SALON
HAIR WASH
ESTICIANESTICIAN
WOMEN'S
MEN'S
DISPENSARYBREAK ROOM
PLANTER BED
51'-0"44'-4"18'-5"17'-9"8'-2"14'-5"30'-2"
2 PROPOSED FLOOR PLAN
SCALE: 1/4" = 1'-0"SLOPESLOPETRANSITION TO FLAT CEILING6x12 BEAMCABCABLOW WALL
LEGEND
EXISTING 2x4 WALL
SHEET NOTES
1. CLOTHES DRYER DUCT SHALL TERMINATE
OUTSIDE OF BUILDING AND BE A MINIMUM OF 3'
AWAY FROM ANY OPENING INTO THE BUILDING
AND BE EQUIPPED WITH A BACK DRAFT DAMPER
PER CMC SEC. 504.5, DRYER EXHAUST DUCT
LENGTH SHALL NOT EXCEED 14 LF.
2. LANDINGS OUTSIDE ALL EXTERIOR DOORS SHALL
BE NOT MORE THAN 7.75" INCHES LOWER THAN
THE TOP OF THE THRESHOLD
3. FIREPLACES SHALL MEET CRITERIA FOR
MANUFACTURER LISTINGS PER REQUIREMENTS OF
SECTION R1004, 2019 CRC. ANY INSTALLED WOOD
STOVE OR PELLET STOVE SHALL COMPLY WITH U.S.
EPA PHASE II EMISSION LIMITS
4. ALL DIMENSIONS ARE TO FACE OF FRAMING
NEW 2x4 WALL
EXISTING 8" CMU WALL
LEGEND SHEET NOTES
1. CLOTHES DRYER DUCT SHALL TERMINATE
OUTSIDE OF BUILDING AND BE A MINIMUM OF 3'
AWAY FROM ANY OPENING INTO THE BUILDING
AND BE EQUIPPED WITH A BACK DRAFT DAMPER
PER CMC SEC. 504.5, DRYER EXHAUST DUCT
LENGTH SHALL NOT EXCEED 14 LF.
2. LANDINGS OUTSIDE ALL EXTERIOR DOORS SHALL
BE NOT MORE THAN 7.75" INCHES LOWER THAN
THE TOP OF THE THRESHOLD
3. FIREPLACES SHALL MEET CRITERIA FOR
MANUFACTURER LISTINGS PER REQUIREMENTS OF
SECTION R1004, 2019 CRC. ANY INSTALLED WOOD
STOVE OR PELLET STOVE SHALL COMPLY WITH U.S.
EPA PHASE II EMISSION LIMITS
4. ALL DIMENSIONS ARE TO FACE OF FRAMING
EXISTING WALLS
TO BE REMOVED
N O R T H N O R T H
LOW WALL
TO BE
DEMOLISHED
SHELF
TABLE
TABLE
SHELF SHELF SHELF
TABLESTORAGE & PREP ROOMWALK-IN
TABLEDISH ROOM
DW
LOCKERS
ADA RESTROOMRESTROOM
MOP WATER
SYSTEM
CONDOCONDOSTANDING BARPORCH
SEATING 1
SEATING 2
WATER STATION
6'-6" ROLL UP DOOR12'-0" BI-FOLD DOOR
ENTRY
ESPRESSO
MACHINE
ICE
REFRIGERATOR REFRIGERATOREK43CURTIS
BLENDER
STATIONWATERBOILERSHELF51'-0"44'-4"18'-5"17'-9"8'-2"14'-5"30'-2"7'-8"6'-914"8'-212"9'-0"8'-0"17'-8"15'-1"NEW INSULATED METAL WALL PANEL
5'-2"FE
FE
BENCH BENCHBENCHBENCH
ELECCABINET8x8 COLUMN
FURRING, TYPICALMERCH SHELFBUS STATION
34"H.
PICK-UP
AREA
STEP DOWN
PLANTER BED
NEW
CRAWLSPACE
ACCESS
1,943 SQ.FT.
36" HIGH
STANDING
COUNTER
P.
O
.
S
.
C
O
U
N
T
E
R
NEW 8x8 STEEL
COLUMN
ADA
COMPLIANT
AUTOMATIC
DOOR OPENER
DISCLAIMER
THE DATA SET FORTH ON THIS SHEET IS
THE PROPERTY OF WILLIAM C. KEMPF,
ARCHITECTS. IT IS AN INSTRUMENT OF
SERVICE AND MAY NOT BE ALTERED,
REPRODUCED, OR USED WITHOUT THE
CONSENT OF THE ARCHITECT. THE PROPER
ELECTRONIC TRANSFER OF DATA SHALL
BE THE USER'S RESPONSIBILITY WITHOUT
LIABILITY TO THE ARCHITECT.
UNAUTHORIZED USE IS PROHIBITED.
STAMP
SHEET
www.wckempf.com
Santa Cruz, CA 95060
WILLIAM C. KEMPF
831 459-0951
105 Locust Street, Suite B
ARCHITECTS
APPROVAL STAMP
REVISIONS
DATEDESCRIPTIONNo.
PRELIMINARY
NOT FOR
CONSTRUCTION
CLIENT NAME:
PROJECT NAME:
DRAWING DATE:
A.P.N.
APRIL 19, 2022
529-04-025
CHARLES JACK
CAT & CLOUD LOS GATOSCOFFEE SHOP TENANT IMPROVEMENT FORCAT & CLOUD COFFEE106 ROYCE STREET, LOS GATOS, CALIFORNIA 95030
EXISTING ROOF PLANA3.21EXISTING ROOF PLAN
SCALE: 1/4" = 1'-0"
RIDGESLOPE 3:12V.I.F.SLOPE 3:12V.I.F.RIDGE
SLOPE 3:12V.I.F.CMU PARAPET WALL
LINE OF WALL BELOW
N O R T H
D.S.D.S.
DISCLAIMER
THE DATA SET FORTH ON THIS SHEET IS
THE PROPERTY OF WILLIAM C. KEMPF,
ARCHITECTS. IT IS AN INSTRUMENT OF
SERVICE AND MAY NOT BE ALTERED,
REPRODUCED, OR USED WITHOUT THE
CONSENT OF THE ARCHITECT. THE PROPER
ELECTRONIC TRANSFER OF DATA SHALL
BE THE USER'S RESPONSIBILITY WITHOUT
LIABILITY TO THE ARCHITECT.
UNAUTHORIZED USE IS PROHIBITED.
STAMP
SHEET
www.wckempf.com
Santa Cruz, CA 95060
WILLIAM C. KEMPF
831 459-0951
105 Locust Street, Suite B
ARCHITECTS
APPROVAL STAMP
REVISIONS
DATEDESCRIPTIONNo.
PRELIMINARY
NOT FOR
CONSTRUCTION
CLIENT NAME:
PROJECT NAME:
DRAWING DATE:
A.P.N.
APRIL 19, 2022
529-04-025
CHARLES JACK
CAT & CLOUD LOS GATOSCOFFEE SHOP TENANT IMPROVEMENT FORCAT & CLOUD COFFEE106 ROYCE STREET, LOS GATOS, CALIFORNIA 95030
3 EXTERIOR ELEVATIONS & BUILDING SECTIONA5.1
BUILDING SECTION
SCALE: 1/4" = 1'-0"
FINISH FLOOR
TOP PLATE
FINISH GRADE 8'-0"3:12 3:12
4x6 POST
CRAWL-
SPACE
KITCHEN SEATING
1-1/8" PLYWOOD SUB-FLOOR
RAT SLAB
GRADE
2x8 CEILING
JOISTS @ 16"
O.C.
4x6 ROOF
PURLIN, EACH
SIDE
6x12 CEILING
BEAM
2x8 CEILING
JOISTS @ 16"
O.C.
1x4 COLLAR
TIES @ 32" O.C.
ATTIC
COMPOSITION
SHINGLE
ROOFING
OVER
PLYWOOD
DECKING
8" CONCRETE
BLOCK WALL
FINISH GRADE
4x4 POST
2 SOUTH ELEVATION
SCALE: 1/4" = 1'-0"1 WEST ELEVATION
SCALE: 1/4" = 1'-0"
FINISH FLOOR
TOP PLATE
8'-0"FINISH FLOOR
TOP PLATE
8'-0"EXISTING BRICK PLANTER WITH
NEW LANDSCAPING
EXISTING COMPOSITION
SHINGLE ROOFING TO REMAIN
NEW METAL CAP FLASHING,
PAINTED LIGHT BLUE
LIGHT BLUE PLASTER OVER
EXISTING BRICK
NEW WOOD POSTS TO REPLACE
EXISTING
NEW FIXED WINDOWS
NEW LA CANTINA
BI-FOLD DOORS
BACKLIT INDIVIDUAL STEEL
LETTERS ON METAL STANDOFFS
NEW 6x6 POST WITH WOOD
VENEER
NEW STEP
NEW TEAK TONGUE & GROOVE
HORIZONTAL SIDING WITH
CLEAR STAIN
EXISTING BRICK PLANTER WITH
NEW LANDSCAPING
NEW METAL CAP FLASHING,
PAINTED LIGHT BLUE
LIGHT BLUE PLASTER OVER
EXISTING BRICK
NEW 6X6 POST WITH WOOD
VENEER
NEW ROLL UP GLASS GARAGE
DOOR
NEW TEAK TONGUE & GROOVE
HORIZONTAL SIDING WITH
CLEAR STAIN
NEW LIVING WALL
CAT & CLOUD MURAL
WOOD-BURNT INTO SIDING
EXISTING ELECTRICAL METER
SIDING RETURNS CORNER (NOT
SHOWN)
SOFFIT BOARD PAINTED WHITE
1'-0"1'-9"DISCLAIMER
THE DATA SET FORTH ON THIS SHEET IS
THE PROPERTY OF WILLIAM C. KEMPF,
ARCHITECTS. IT IS AN INSTRUMENT OF
SERVICE AND MAY NOT BE ALTERED,
REPRODUCED, OR USED WITHOUT THE
CONSENT OF THE ARCHITECT. THE PROPER
ELECTRONIC TRANSFER OF DATA SHALL
BE THE USER'S RESPONSIBILITY WITHOUT
LIABILITY TO THE ARCHITECT.
UNAUTHORIZED USE IS PROHIBITED.
STAMP
SHEET
www.wckempf.com
Santa Cruz, CA 95060
WILLIAM C. KEMPF
831 459-0951
105 Locust Street, Suite B
ARCHITECTS
APPROVAL STAMP
REVISIONS
DATEDESCRIPTIONNo.
PRELIMINARY
NOT FOR
CONSTRUCTION
CLIENT NAME:
PROJECT NAME:
DRAWING DATE:
A.P.N.
APRIL 19, 2022
529-04-025
CHARLES JACK
CAT & CLOUD LOS GATOSCOFFEE SHOP TENANT IMPROVEMENT FORCAT & CLOUD COFFEE106 ROYCE STREET, LOS GATOS, CALIFORNIA 95030
3 PERSPECTIVE VIEWSA5.2
RIGHT VIEW
SCALE: N.T.S.
2 FRONT VIEW
SCALE: N.T.S.
1 LEFT VIEW
SCALE: N.T.S.
DISCLAIMER
THE DATA SET FORTH ON THIS SHEET IS
THE PROPERTY OF WILLIAM C. KEMPF,
ARCHITECTS. IT IS AN INSTRUMENT OF
SERVICE AND MAY NOT BE ALTERED,
REPRODUCED, OR USED WITHOUT THE
CONSENT OF THE ARCHITECT. THE PROPER
ELECTRONIC TRANSFER OF DATA SHALL
BE THE USER'S RESPONSIBILITY WITHOUT
LIABILITY TO THE ARCHITECT.
UNAUTHORIZED USE IS PROHIBITED.
STAMP
SHEET
www.wckempf.com
Santa Cruz, CA 95060
WILLIAM C. KEMPF
831 459-0951
105 Locust Street, Suite B
ARCHITECTS
APPROVAL STAMP
REVISIONS
DATEDESCRIPTIONNo.
PRELIMINARY
NOT FOR
CONSTRUCTION
CLIENT NAME:
PROJECT NAME:
DRAWING DATE:
A.P.N.
APRIL 19, 2022
529-04-025
CHARLES JACK
CAT & CLOUD LOS GATOSCOFFEE SHOP TENANT IMPROVEMENT FORCAT & CLOUD COFFEE106 ROYCE STREET, LOS GATOS, CALIFORNIA 95030
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WILLIAM C. KEMPF, ARCHITECTS
105 Locust Street, Suite B
Santa Cruz, CA 95060
831 459-0951
www.wckempf.com
MEMORANDUM
TO: Town Of Los Gatos ATTN.: Savannah Van Akin
ADDRESS: 110 E Main St, Los Gatos, CA 95030
DATE: April 18, 2022 FROM: Todd Bayless
PROJECT: 106 Royce Street; Los Gatos, California
The following is a written description of the proposed scope of work and justififcation in support of our
Development Review Application:
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
A new coffee shop (A-2 occupancy) to be located in an existing unoccupied Type V-B 1,942 square feet
building formerly used as a hair salon (B occupancy). The proposed coffee shop will have a service bar,
refrigerated storage, and a dishwash area, but no commercial kitchen or alcohol service.
Proposed exterior remodeling includes the following: new wood and stucco siding, new wood eave posts,
replacement of all existing windows, two new large format glass doors and two new standard size glass
doors, a new branding mural on the West elevation, a new roof sign, and new landscaping.
Hours of operation will be every day from 7am to 5pm. Deliveries will arrive on Royce Street by van
daily at 6am with additional deliveries on Wednesday at 9am and on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 10am.
PROJECT JUSTIFICATION
In our opinion the application for a Conditional Use Permit is justified because the C-2 zoning area is
appropriate for a coffee shop and because of the proximity to downtown and town parking lots.
Additionally, the nearby residents have expressed support for a coffee shop in this location.
The scope of work includes the removal of an existing mural that was painted in 1998 by Danica Frantz, a
prior tenant. The work was not permitted when it was added and has not been maintained since. The
owner supports the removal of the mural and none of the neighbors objected to its removal during our
outreach.
The existing building is located on the edge of the University-Edelen historic district which is made up of
primarily Victorian style and Craftsman style homes. In our opinion, 106 Royce does not contribute to the
historic nature of this district due to both it’s mid-century styling and it’s location.
ATTACHMENT 5
106 Royce Street, Los Gatos
January 31, 2022; Page 2
Thank you for your consideration of our project and please feel free to contact me with any questions.
Sincerely,
Todd Bayless, Architect
License C35324
Subject Property (106 Royce Street)
Left View #1
ATTACHMENT 6
Subject Property (106 Royce Street)
Left View #2
Subject Property (106 Royce Street)
Front-Left View
Subject Property (106 Royce Street)
Front-Right View
Subject Property (106 Royce Street)
Right View
Adjacent Property
Town Parking Lot #2 (Royce Entry)
Adjacent Property221 University Avenue
Adjacent Property
229 University Avenue
Adjacent Property
231 University Avenue
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