Item 4 - Staff Report and Attachments 1 to 10
PREPARED BY: Jennifer Armer, AICP
Planning Manager
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TOWN OF LOS GATOS
HISTORIC PRESERVATION
COMMITTEE REPORT
MEETING DATE: 10/26/2022 ITEM NO: 4
DATE: October 21, 2022
TO: Historic Preservation Committee
FROM: Joel Paulson, Community Development Director
SUBJECT: Requesting Approval for Construction of Exterior Alterations to a Detached
Structure in Front of an Existing Single-Family Residence Located in the
Almond Grove Historic District on Property Zoned R-1D:LHP. Located at 223
Massol Avenue. APN 510-16-020. Minor Development in a Historic District
Application HS-22-044. PROPERTY OWNER: Kevin McLarney. APPLICANT: Jay
Plett. PROJECT PLANNER: Jennifer Armer.
RECOMMENDATION:
Consider a request for approval for construction of exterior alterations to a detached structure
in front of an existing single-family residence located in the Almond Grove Historic District on
property zoned R-1D:LHP located at 223 Massol Avenue.
PROPERTY DETAILS:
1. Date primary structure was built: 2019 after technical demolition requiring revision of
Building Permit B18-0688
2. Town of Los Gatos Preliminary Historic Status Code: NA
3. Does property have an LHP Overlay? Yes
4. Is structure in a historic district? Yes, Almond Grove Historic District
5. If yes, is it a contributor? No
6. Findings required? No
7. Considerations required? Yes
BACKGROUND:
On April 25, 2018, the Historic Preservation Committee (Committee) approved a proposal for
exterior alterations and an addition to the main residence (Attachment 1). The decision of the
Committee was appealed by a neighbor to the Planning Commission. At its meeting of June 13,
2018, the Planning Commission denied the appeal, upholding the decision of the Committee
(Attachment 2). The decision of the Planning Commission was appealed by a neighbor to the
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BACKGROUND (continued):
Town Council, who denied the appeal on August 7, 2018, upholding the decision of the Planning
Commission (Attachment 3).
Building Permit B18-0688 was issued for the project on December 7, 2018. During
construction, the extent of demolition approved with the Building Permit was exceeded when
all the existing exterior siding and trim was removed. Under the Town’s Demolition Policy, the
work carried out resulted in a technical demolition of the residence and reclassified the
residence as new, requiring processing of an Architecture and Site application, which the
applicant submitted on March 6, 2019 (S-19-013). The application was recommended for
approval by the Committee on March 27, 2019 (Attachment 4) and was approved by the
Development Review Committee on May 7, 2019 (Attachment 5). The residence was not
removed from the inventory because of its location within a historic district.
On March 23, 2022, a request for construction of exterior alterations and a second-story
addition greater than 100 square feet to an existing single-family residence (HS-22-012) was
recommended for approval by the Committee (Attachment 6).
DISCUSSION:
The applicant is requesting approval for modification to the roof of the street-facing façade of a
detached structure in front of the existing residence (Attachments 9 and 10). Changes to the
rear elevation of the detached structure include an addition of approximately 70 square feet.
No other exterior modifications are proposed to the home as part of the application request.
Pursuant to the Town Code, a request for exterior alterations to a property within a Historic
District shall be reviewed by 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
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CONSIDERATIONS (continued):
appropriateness, with its surroundings, including neighboring structures, nor adversely
affect the character, or the historical, architectural or aesthetic interest or value of the
district.
CONCLUSION:
The applicant requests approval for construction of exterior alterations to a detached structure
in front of an existing single-family residence located in the Almond Grove Historic District.
Should the Committee find merit in the request, the project would be completed with a
Building Permit and would not return to the Committee.
ATTACHMENTS:
1. April 25, 2018, Historic Preservation Committee Meeting Minutes
2. June 13, 2018, Planning Commission Meeting Minutes
3. August 7, 2018, Town Council Meeting Minutes
4. March 27, 2019, Historic Preservation Committee Meeting Minutes
5. May 7, 2019, Development Review Committee Meeting Minutes
6. March 23, 2022, Historic Preservation Committee Meeting Minutes
7. March 23, 2022, Historic Preservation Committee Action Letter
8. HS-22-012 Approved Plans
9. Justification Letter
10. Development Plans
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TOWN OF LOS GATOS
HISTORIC PRESERVATION
COMMITTEE REPORT
MINUTES OF THE HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMITTEE MEETING
APRIL 25, 2018
The Historic Preservation Committee of the Town of Los Gatos conducted a Regular Meeting on
April 25, 2018, at 4:00 p.m.
ROLL CALL
Present: Chair Nancy Derham, Vice Chair Matthew Hudes, Committee Member Robert Cowan,
Committee Member Thomas O’Donnell, Committee Member Leonard Pacheco
Absent: None
MEETING CALLED TO ORDER AT 4:00 P.M.
VERBAL COMMUNICATIONS
None.
CONSENT ITEMS (TO BE ACTED UPON BY A SINGLE MOTION)
1. Approval of Minutes – March 28, 2018
MOTION: Motion by Committee Member Thomas O’Donnell to approve the
consent items. Seconded by Committee Member Leonard Pacheco.
VOTE: Motion passed unanimously.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
2. 223 Massol Avenue
Minor Development in a Historic District Application HS-18-018
Requesting approval for exterior alterations to a non-contributing single-family
residence in the Almond Grove historic district on property zoned R1-D:LHP. APN 510-
16-020.
PROPERTY OWNER/APPLICANT: Vladimir Kanevsky
PROJECT PLANNER: Sean Mullin
Continued from 3/28/2018
The applicant presented the proposed project.
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Opened the Public Comment.
Tyler Atkinson
Questioned what type of outreach and noticing was done for this public hearing. He
expressed concerns about the project and not being able to see the property in person.
Mark Carlquist
Expressed concerns about current height of the project.
Vlade Herman
Stated he would like to see the current height of the property stay the same. He wants
to work with the property owners to come to some sort of solution to solve surrounding
neighbors’ concerns.
Closed the Public Comment.
Committee members discussed the matter.
MOTION: Motion by Committee Member Thomas O’Donnell to approve the
request with the conditions of adding three non-functional vents to the
dormer on the south elevation and to include three windows on the
dormer on the north elevation. Seconded by Vice Chair Matthew Hudes.
VOTE: Motion passed 4-0-1, Committee Member Robert Cowan recused.
3. 223 Massol Avenue
Minor Development in a Historic District Application HS-18-031
Requesting approval for an addition to a residential accessory structure less than 450
square feet or less visible from the street in the Almond Grove historic district on
property zoned R1-D:LHP. APN 510-16-020.
PROPERTY OWNER/APPLICANT: Vladimir Kanevsky
PROJECT PLANNER: Sean Mullin
The applicant presented the proposed project.
Opened the Public Comment.
Tyler Atkinson
Questioned what type of outreach and noticing was done for this public hearing. He
expressed concerns about the proposed design and it not being in line with the historic
feel of the neighborhood.
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Closed the Public Comment.
Committee members discussed the matter.
MOTION: Motion by Committee Member Leonard Pacheco to approve the request
with following conditions: Revise the garage roof to a hip roof with a
pitch matching that of the main residence; provide full details of the
proposed railing to the satisfaction of the Community Development
Director; and match the roof of the awning covering the stairway to the
approved standing seam metal roof on the porch of the residence.
Seconded by Committee Member Thomas O’Donnell.
VOTE: Motion passed 4-0-1, Committee Member Robert Cowan recused.
4. 128 Tait Avenue
Minor Development in a Historic District Application HS-18-019
Requesting approval for exterior alterations to a contributing single-family residence in
the Almond Grove historic district on property zoned R1-D:LHP. APN 510-18-021.
PROPERTY OWNER: Mario and Martha Quieroz
APPLICANT: Jay Plett, Architect
PROJECT PLANNER: Sally Zarnowitz
The applicant presented the proposed project.
Open and closed the Public Comment.
Committee members discussed the matter.
MOTION: Motion by Committee Member Robert Cowan to approve the request
with a condition that the north facing window material be wood and the
design be similar to that indicated in the drawing (Exhibit A) presented at
the meeting. Seconded by Vice Chair Matthew Hudes.
VOTE: Motion passed unanimously.
OTHER BUSINESS
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TOWN OF LOS GATOS
PLANNING COMMISSION
REPORT
MINUTES OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING
JUNE 13, 2018
The Planning Commission of the Town of Los Gatos conducted a Regular Meeting on
Wednesday, June 13, 2018, at 7:00 p.m.
MEETING CALLED TO ORDER AT 7:00 P.M.
ROLL CALL
Present: Chair D. Michael Kane, Vice Chair Matthew Hudes, Commissioner Mary Badame,
Commissioner Kendra Burch, Commissioner Melanie Hanssen, Commissioner Kathryn Janoff,
and Commissioner Tom O’Donnell
Absent: None
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Commissioner O'Donnell led the Pledge of Allegiance. The audience was invited to participate.
SUBCOMMITTEE REPORTS/COMMISSION MATTERS
None.
VERBAL COMMUNICATIONS
None.
CONSENT ITEMS (TO BE ACTED UPON BY A SINGLE MOTION)
1.Approval of Minutes – May 23, 2018
MOTION: Motion by Commissioner O’Donnell to approve adoption of the Consent
Calendar. Seconded by Commissioner Badame.
VOTE: Motion passed unanimously
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PUBLIC HEARINGS
2. 223 Massol Avenue
Minor Residential Development in an Historic District
Applications HS-18-018 and HS-18-031
APN 510-16-020
Property Owner/Applicant: Vladimir Kanevsky
Appellant: Tyler Atkinson, Esq.
Project Planner: Sean Mullin
Consider an appeal of an Historic Preservation Committee decision approving a request
for exterior alterations to a non-contributing single-family residence (HS-18-018); and an
appeal of an Historic Preservation Committee decision approving a request for an
addition to a residential accessory structure less than 450 square feet which is visible
from the street (HS-18-031) on property located in the Almond Grove Historic District
zoned R1-D:LHP.
Sean Mullin, Associate Planner, presented the staff report.
Opened Public Comment.
Tyler Atkinson, Appellant
- He represents the appellants. The Planning Commission must deny this application on the
basis of the applicant asking the Commission to approve construction on his clients’
property, and they disagree with the staff report on that point. The applicant has made
emotional and misleading accusations against his clients. Two things about the application
that should give the Planning Commission great concern are: 1) The applicant is asking the
Commission to approve a project that encroaches on clients’ property; and 2) A pattern of
deceit from the applicant starting with the failure to do strongly recommended community
outreach. They request the Commission deny the garage application outright, and continue
the residence application to a date certain with specific direction that the Town’s Building
Department inspect the project to determine any unauthorized construction.
Vladimir Kanevsky, Applicant
- He has had at least four meetings with the Historic Preservation Committee to ensure the
house they are building conforms to the neighborhood codes and building codes, and he
met with Town staff many times to ensure the original plan they submitted in February
2018 conforms. He knocked on the appellant’s door many times but they were never
home, and he tried to relay a message through staff to the appellants asking them to call
him, but they did not. They did meet eventually and he tried to work with them, but they
said his proposed solutions were not enough. He has made many changes to accommodate
the appellant’s concerns, but has not had any communication from them. The appellant’s
complaints are always sent to him on the last possible day of every appeal period without
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any communication in between. Their last appeal was made based on technicalities and
process, and none of the complaints are actually about his house.
Tyler Atkinson
- The applicant has tried to jam through various changes, and it is simply not the case that
the appellants ignored him, and the record reflects that; nor is it true that they waited until
the last possible day to assert their rights. These appeals to emotion should not govern the
Planning Commission’s decision. What the applicant calls “technicalities” is actually the
law. Building on another person’s property, or building a roof that extends into the airspace
above a person’s property, cannot be done, and the Commission cannot give a blessing to
such behavior.
Closed Public Comment.
Commissioners discussed the matter.
MOTION: Motion by Commissioner Burch to deny an appeal of Historic
Preservation Committee approval of minor development in an Historic
District Applications HS-18-018 and HS-18-031 for 223 Massol Avenue,
with the added condition of approval that there is no further increase in
the size of the roof over the garage that encroaches on the neighboring
property. Seconded by Commissioner Badame.
Commissioner O'Donnell requested the motion be amended to remove the additional condition
of approval, because the new construction will not further encroach.
The maker of the motion accepted the amendment to the motion.
The seconder of the motion accepted the amendment to the motion.
Commissioners discussed the matter.
VOTE: Motion passed unanimously.
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OTHER BUSINESS
3. Report from the Director of Community Development
Joel Paulson, Director of Community Development
• The Town Council met on 6/5/18:
o Considered a zone change for 221 Almendra, which will go back for a second
reading.
o Adopted a resolution to suspend formula retail requirements for Conditional Use
Permits for up to 18 months.
o Considered the North 40 Specific Plan amendments and continued it to the
8/7/18 meeting.
• The June 27, 2018 Planning Commission meeting has been cancelled, because the
applicant for the only item on the agenda has requested an extension.
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 7:51 p.m.
This is to certify that the foregoing is a true
and correct copy of the minutes of the
June 13, 2018 meeting as approved by the
Planning Commission.
_____________________________
/s/ Vicki Blandin
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TOWN OF LOS GATOS
COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT
MEETING DATE: 08/21/2018
ITEM NO: 3
MINUTES OF THE TOWN COUNCIL MEETING
AUGUST 7, 2018
The Town Council of the Town of Los Gatos conducted a Regular Meeting on Tuesday, August 7,
2018, at 7:00 p.m.
MEETING CALLED TO ORDER AT 7:00 P.M.
ROLL CALL
Present: Mayor Rob Rennie, Vice Mayor Steve Leonardis, Council Member Marcia Jensen,
Council Member Marico Sayoc, Council Member Barbara Spector.
Absent: None
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Aidan Last led the Pledge of Allegiance. The audience was invited to participate.
OUR TOWN…
Karen Briones
-Presented information on the Safe Routes to School program.
BOARD/COMMISSION/COMMITTEE APPOINTMENTS
Council appointed the following applicants to Town Boards, Commissions, and Committees:
•Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission
o Jeff Thompson was appointed.
•Community and Senior Services Commission
o No appointments were made; applicant was unable to attend the interview.
•General Plan Advisory Committee
o Susan Moore Brown was appointed.
o Ryan Rosenberg was appointed.
o Carol Zolla was appointed.
CLOSED SESSION REPORT
Robert Schultz, Town Attorney, stated Council met in Closed Session as duly noted on the
agenda and there is no report.
ATTACHMENT 3
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COUNCIL/TOWN MANAGER REPORTS
Council Matters
- Council Member Spector stated she attended two Council Finance Committee meetings,
the Town’s July 4th celebration, the Santa Clara Valley Water District meeting, and met with
members of the community.
- Council Member Sayoc stated she attended several Cities Association and League of
California Cities board meetings, she unofficially attended the Los Gatos Music in the Park
concerts and the Chamber of Commerce block parties, and she met with community
members.
- Mayor Rennie stated he visited the Town’s Sister City of Listowel, Ireland and read a poem
written by the Town’s Poet Laureate Stan Garber; he attended several Silicon Valley Clean
Energy Authority (SVCEA) Board, Legislative Action Committee, and Finance &
Administration Committee meetings; he attended the Council Policy Committee and the
Council Finance Committee meetings; he performed ribbon cuttings for On Purpose
Chiropractic and Thread Up; he attended the West Valley Mayors and Managers meetings;
he threw out the first pitch at the Los Gatos All Star Tournament game; he served lunch for
the Los Gatos Recreation Senior barbecue; he attended the Los Gatos-Monte Sereno Police
Department promotional ceremony; he did an interview with KCAT-TV; he attended the
Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) Board Meeting as an alternate for the West Valley
Cities; he attended the Silicon Valley @ Home lunch; he met with Town Manager Prevetti
and the new LGUSD superintendent Paul Johnson; and he attended the Los Gatos Music in
the Park concerts.
- Vice Mayor Leonardis stated he attended the Los Gatos Music in the Park concerts, and the
West Valley Clean Water Program Authority Board meeting.
- Council Member Jensen stated she attended a Council Policy Committee meeting and met
with members of the community.
Manager Matters
- Recognized the photographs in the Council Chambers are from the Chamber of Commerce
“Best of Los Gatos” photo contest and thanked all the participants.
- Announced Leadership Los Gatos applications are being accepted now through August 31st
and may be found on the Chamber of Commerce website.
CONSENT ITEMS (TO BE ACTED UPON BY A SINGLE MOTION)
1. Approve Council meeting minutes of June 19, 2018.
2. Approve Closed Session meeting minutes of August 1, 2018.
3. Accept report on Town Manager approved actions during Council recess.
4. Continue the adoption of an ordinance of the Town Council of the Town of Los Gatos
amending Chapter 4 of the Los Gatos Town Code entitled Animals and Fowl to September 4,
2018.
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Consent Items – continued
5. A. Approve a labor agreement between the Town of Los Gatos and the American Federation
of State, County and Municipal Employees and authorize the Town Manager to execute the
Memorandum of Understanding.
B. Authorize salary and benefits budget adjustments in the amount of $53,417 from
estimated available FY 2018/19 operating revenues.
6. Authorize the Town Manager to execute a five-year agreement for consultant services for
map check review and surveying services with Kier & Wright Civil Engineers & Surveyors,
Inc. in amount not to exceed $125,000.
7. Authorize the Town Manager to execute a four-year Agreement for Services with Universal
Site Services for enhanced downtown garbage and recycling receptacle collection and
cleaning services in an amount not to exceed $38,247 for Fiscal Year 2018/19, plus
adjustments annually thereafter for a total agreement amount not to exceed $187,737.
8. Authorize the Town Manager to execute an agreement with Superion LLC. to upgrade, cloud
host, and provide annual maintenance services for the Town’s financial /human resource
management information system in an amount not to exceed $95,759.
9. Property Location: 201-225 Los Gatos-Saratoga Road.
Consider a request for approval of an exception to the Story Pole Policy to allow an
alternative to standard story pole installation to illustrate and provide notice of the
proposed project. APNS 510-14-08 and 510-14-009.
MOTION: Motion by Council Member Jensen to approve the Consent Items. Seconded by
Council Member Sayoc.
VOTE: Motion passed unanimously.
VERBAL COMMUNICATIONS
Catherine Somers, Los Gatos Chamber of Commerce Executive Director
- Thanked the Council and staff for turning on the Civic Center fountain; announced the start
of Leadership Los Gatos, the last downtown block party is August 19th, and the Chamber
Annual Awards Dinner will be held on October 4th.
Mary Roach
- Commented on the condition of the magnolia trees behind the proposed CVS location on
Los Gatos Blvd. and the memorial oak tree in the median on Los Gatos-Almaden Road at
Los Gatos Blvd.; and stated she would like to see the Tree City USA designation brought
back to Los Gatos.
Linda Caplinger
- Commented on the proposed changes to the animals and fowl ordinance.
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PUBLIC HEARINGS
10. Consider the 2018 Weed Abatement Program Assessment Report from the County of Santa
Clara Consumer and Environmental Protection Agency and adopt a resolution confirming
the report and authorizing collection of the assessment charges. RESOLUTION 2018-040
Matt Morley, Parks and Public Works Director, presented the staff report.
Opened Public Comment.
Marilyn Harlan
- Commented on the reasons for her protest of the fees.
Closed Public Comment.
Council discussed the matter.
MOTION: Motion by Council Member Jensen to adopt a resolution (Attachment 2)
confirming the report (Attachment 1) and authorizing collection of the
assessment charges, and direct Director Morley to work with the County and the
property owners to resolve the protests that were brought forward and to work
with the County in the future to resolve any protests before bringing the report
to Council. Seconded by Council Member Sayoc.
VOTE: Motion passed unanimously.
OTHER BUSINESS
11. Discuss the dynamics of the Summer of 2018 cut through traffic and direct staff to continue
the current efforts.
Matt Morley, Parks and Public Works Director, presented the staff report.
Opened Public Comment.
Diane Siemens
- Requested that the mapping apps be told not to direct traffic onto Ridgecrest because it is
a safety issue.
Diane Carlson
- Commented on the impacts the cut through traffic has to her business.
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Other Business Item #11 – continued
Catherine Somers, Los Gatos Chamber of Commerce Executive Director
- Commented on the results of the survey the Chamber conducted of the effect of the traffic
to the businesses.
Closed Public Comment.
Council discussed the matter and provided input to staff.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
12. Consider potential amendments to the North 40 Specific Plan. APN 424-07-009, 010, 024
through 027, 031 through 037, 052 through 054, 060, 063 through 065, 070, 081 through
086, 090, 094 through 096, 099, 100, 102 through 112, 424-06-115, 116, and 129. Property
Owners: Yuki Farms, ETPH, LP, Grosvenor USA Limited, Summerhill N40 LLC, Dodson,
Hirschman, Mattes, Ventura Trustee, Moisenco, Los Gatos Medical Office Center LLC, Los
Gatos Gateway LLC, MBK Enterprise, Connell, Gin, John & Allison Diep LLC, Bernal, LG
Boulevard Holdings LLC, Polaris Navigation, EW Real Estate LLC, Lazaar Enterprises LLC,
Kothary, and Swenson Trustee. Applicant: Town of Los Gatos (continued to a date certain of
June 5, 2018 from April 17, 2018).
Joel Paulson, Community Development Director, presented the staff report.
Opened Public Comment.
Anna Salvador Rodriguez, Silicon Valley @ Home
- Commented in support of increasing the density of housing on the site.
Bahram Najafzadeh
- Commented on the setback increase requirement at Los Gatos Blvd. and Lark Avenue and
the impacts to his business.
Diane Dreher
- Markene Smith read a statement on behalf of Diane Dreher in support of an extension of
the moratorium.
Markene Smith
- Commented on the traffic impacts and requested an extension of the moratorium until
after the construction has started for phase one.
Diane Carlson
- Commented in support of senior housing in the second phase.
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Public Hearings Item #12 – continued
Pete Siemens
- Commented in support of a park at least the size of Bachman Park or larger that is not a
ball park, in favor of housing units and limiting the size, and not in favor of increasing the
height limit unless it is for mechanical units or pitched roofs.
Steve Buster, Grosvenor Americas Senior Vice President of Marketing
- Commented on the proposal they provided at the June 5th meeting.
Sandy Decker
- Commented in opposition of the Grosvenor proposal and in favor of a moratorium
extension.
Chris Chapman
- Commented on the need to widen Los Gatos Blvd.
Lee Quintana
- Commented on the need to discuss whether an extension is needed, more objective
standards, and what the community wants to have.
Brent Ventura
- Commented on the impact of the moratorium to the remaining property owners and
requested that if the moratorium was extended that the three property owners be
exempted.
Closed Public Comment.
Recess at 9:59 p.m.
Reconvened at 10:09 p.m.
Council discussed the matter.
MOTION: Motion by Council Member Spector to continue the item to August 15, 2018, to
include as a separate agenda item a consideration of whether to continue the
moratorium, and any Council Members that are not available in person be
allowed to participate remotely. Seconded by Vice Mayor Leonardis.
VOTE: Motion passed 4/1. Council Member Jensen voting no.
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Public Hearing Item #12 – continued
Staff to provide more information in the staff report on the following items:
• An explanation of the equity distribution that was requested.
• Identification of residential design controls available to the Town to ensure that the
Town achieves its affordable housing target.
• Ownership options (Town or Homeowners Association) of future parks to ensure public
access to these lands.
13. Town Code amendment application A-18-001. Project location: Town wide. Applicant:
Town of Los Gatos.
Consider amendments to Article VIII, Division 5 of Chapter 29 (Zoning Regulations) of the
Town Code regarding Affordable Housing Overlay Zones.
Sally Zarnowitz, Planning Manager, presented the staff report.
Opened Public Comment.
Anna Salvadore Rodriguez, Silicon Valley @ Home
- Did not come forward.
Closed Public Comment.
Council discussed the matter.
MOTION: Motion by Council Member Jensen to introduce an Ordinance (Attachment 3),
by title only, effecting amendments to Article VIII, Chapter 5 of Chapter 29
(Zoning Regulations) of the Town Code regarding Affordable Housing Overlay
Zones. Seconded by Council Member Sayoc.
VOTE: Motion passed unanimously.
The Town Clerk Administrator read the title of the ordinance.
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14. Minor Development in an Historic District Applications HS-18-018 and HS-18-031. Project
Location: 223 Massol Avenue. Appellant: Tyler Atkinson, Esq. Property Owner/Applicant:
Vladimir Kanvesky.
Consider an appeal of a Planning Commission decision approving a request for exterior
alternations and an addition to a non-contributing sing-family residence (HS-18-018); and
an appeal of a Planning Commission decision approving a request for an addition to a
residential accessory structure less than 450 square feet which is visible from the street (HS-
18-031) on property located in the Almond Grove Historic District zoned R1-D:LHP. APN
510-16-020. RESOLUTIONS 2018-041 and 2018-042
Mayor Rennie recused himself due to proximity to the p roject. Vice Mayor Leonardis assumed
chair of the meeting.
Sean Mullin, Associate Planner, presented the staff report.
Opened Public Comment.
Tyler Atkinson, appellant
- Commented on the appeal.
Vladimir Kanvesky, applicant
- Commented on the appeal.
Tyler Atkinson, appellant
- Responded to comments.
Closed Public Comment.
Council discussed the matter.
MOTION: Motion by Council Member Spector to deny the appeal for both
applications with a new condition of approval that the garage wall and eave are
not modified, or alternatively, that the garage wall and eave are modified so that
the wall and eave are entirely on the applicant's property. Seconded by Council
Member Jensen.
VOTE: Motion passed 4/1. Mayor Rennie recused.
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ADJOURNMENT
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TOWN OF LOS GATOS
HISTORIC PRESERVATION
COMMITTEE REPORT
MINUTES OF THE HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMITTEE MEETING
MARCH 27, 2019
The Historic Preservation Committee of the Town of Los Gatos conducted a Regular Meeting on
March 27, 2019, at 4:00 p.m.
ROLL CALL
Present: Chair Matthew Hudes, Vice Chair Robert Cowan, Committee Member Nancy Derham,
Committee Member Thomas O’Donnell
Absent: Leonard Pacheco
MEETING CALLED TO ORDER AT 4:00 PM
VERBAL COMMUNICATIONS
None.
CONSENT ITEMS (TO BE ACTED UPON BY A SINGLE MOTION)
1. Approval of Minutes – February 27, 2019
MOTION: Motion by Committee Member Thomas O’Donnell to approve the
consent calendar. Seconded by Vice Chair Robert Cowan.
VOTE: Motion passed unanimously. 4-0-1, Committee Member Leonard
Pacheco absent.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
2. 223 Massol Avenue
Architecture and Site Application S-19-013
Requesting approval for technical demolition of an existing non-contributing single-
family residence and construction of a new single-family residence on property in the
Almond Grove Historic District zoned R-1D:LHP. APN 510-16-020.
PROPERTY OWNER: Vladimir Kanevsky
APPLICANT: William Fisher
PROJECT PLANNER: Sean Mullin
Committee Member Thomas O’Donnell recused himself from this item.
Sean Mullin, Associate Planner, presented the staff report.
Opened and closed the Public Comment.
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Committee members discussed the matter.
MOTION: Motion by Vice Chair Robert Cowan to recommend for approval as
proposed. Seconded by Committee Member Nancy Derham.
VOTE: Motion passed unanimously. 3-0-2, Committee Member Leonard
Pacheco absent, Committee Member Thomas O’Donnell recused.
3. 14300 Lora Drive
Requesting approval to remove a pre-1941 property from the Historic Resources
Inventory for property zoned R-1:8. APN 409-15-028.
PROPERTY OWNERS/APPLICANTS: Saad and Mariam Hasan
PROJECT PLANNER: Sean Mullin
Sean Mullin, Associate Planner, explained that the request for demolition was approved in 2011
and no further action from the Committee is required.
4. 79 Reservoir Road
Requesting approval to remove a pre-1941 property from the Historic Resources
Inventory for property zoned R-1:20. APN 529-33-019.
PROPERTY OWNER: Donald Prolo
PROJECT PLANNER: Sally Zarnowitz
Sally Zarnowitz, Planning Manager, presented the staff report.
Joanne Benchman presented the proposed project on behalf of the Applicant.
Opened the Public Comment.
James Soderberg would like to see the use of real wood siding.
Closed the Public Comment.
Committee members discussed the matter.
MOTION: Motion by Vice Chair Robert Cowan to continue to April 24, 2019 with
more information. Seconded by Chair Matthew Hudes.
VOTE: Motion passed unanimously. 4-0-1, Committee Member Leonard
Pacheco absent.
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5. 62 Ellenwood Avenue
Requesting approval to remove a pre-1941 property from the Historic Resources
Inventory for property zoned R-1:12. APN 510-20-068.
PROPERTY OWNER: Case and Lisa Swenson
APPLICANT: Kurt Simrock, AIA
PROJECT PLANNER: Azhar Khan
Sally Zarnowitz, Planning Manager, presented the staff report.
Opened and closed the Public Comment.
Committee members discussed the matter.
MOTION: Motion by Chair Matthew Hudes to continue to April 24, 2019 with more
information. Seconded by Committee Member Thomas O’Donnell.
VOTE: Motion passed unanimously. 4-0-1, Committee Member Leonard
Pacheco absent.
OTHER BUSINESS
6. Report from the Planning Manager
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 5:40 p.m.
This is to certify that the foregoing is a true
and correct copy of the minutes of the
March 27, 2019 meeting as approved by the
Historic Preservation Committee.
s/ Jocelyn Fong, Administrative Assistant
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TOWN OF LOS GATOS
DEVELOPMENT REVIEW
COMMITTEE REPORT
MINUTES OF THE DEVELOPMENT REVIEW COMMITTEE MEETING
MAY 7, 2019
The Development Review Committee of the Town of Los Gatos conducted a Regular Meeting on
May 7, 2019, at 10:00 a.m.
ROLL CALL
Present: Sally Zarnowitz, CDD Planning; Robert Gray, CDD Building; Kevin Bagley, PPW
Engineering; Mike Weisz, PPW Engineering; Katherine Baker, SCCFD
MEETING CALLED TO ORDER AT 10:00 AM
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Sally Zarnowitz led the Pledge of Allegiance.
VERBAL COMMUNICATIONS
None
PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. 223 Massol Avenue
Architecture and Site Application S-19-013
Requesting approval for technical demolition of an existing non-contributing single-family
residence and construction of a new single-family residence on property in the Almond Grove
Historic District zoned R-1D:LHP. APN 510-16-020.
PROPERTY OWNER: Vladimir Kanevsky
APPLICANT: William Fisher
PROJECT PLANNER: Sean Mullin
Sean Mullin, Associate Planner, presented the staff report.
Opened and closed Public Comment.
Committee members discussed the matter.
MOTION: Motion by Kevin Bagley to approve. Seconded by Robert Gray.
VOTE: Motion passed unanimously.
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OTHER BUSINESS (Up to three minutes may be allotted to each speaker on any of the following
items.)
None.
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 10:07 a.m.
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TOWN OF LOS GATOS
HISTORIC PRESERVATION
COMMITTEE REPORT
MINUTES OF THE HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMITTEE MEETING
MARCH 23, 2022
The Historic Preservation Committee of the Town of Los Gatos conducted a Regular Meeting on
March 23, 2022 at 4:00 p.m.
This meeting is being conducted utilizing teleconferencing and electronic means consistent with
Town Council Policy 2-01 entitled Town Agenda Format and Rules and Town Resolution. In
accordance with Town Policy and Resolution, the public may only view the meeting online and
not in the Council Chamber.
MEETING CALLED TO ORDER AT 4:00 PM
ROLL CALL
Present: Chair Timothy Lundell, Vice Chair Barry Cheskin, Planning Commissioner Kylie Clark,
Planning Commissioner Steve Raspe
VERBAL COMMUNICATIONS
Susan Burnett
Because of SB9, two towns (Pasadena and Palo Alto) are trying to protect areas by trying to
designate Historic homes and establish Historic districts, but it is too late. Los Gatos is
different since she worked on an ordinance for the Glenridge District. The Town was already
requested by Ann Bloomfield to make these districts into historic districts. She has the
ordinance, photos, and research. The Committee could help. The Glenridge District fulfills 3
of 4 State requirements. Can add this to the other already established districts.
CONSENT ITEMS (TO BE ACTED UPON BY A SINGLE MOTION)
1. Approval of Minutes – February 23, 2022
MOTION: Motion by Commissioner Raspe to approve the Consent Calendar.
Seconded by Chair Lundell.
VOTE: Motion passed unanimously.
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PUBLIC HEARINGS
2. 307 Johnson Avenue
Consider a Request to Remove a Pre-1941 Property from the Historic Resources
Inventory for Property Zoned R-1:8. APN 532-28-018.
PROPERTY OWNER/APPLICANT: Anamaria Walker.
PROJECT PLANNER: Ryan Safty
Ryan Safty, Associate Planner, presented the staff report.
Opened Public Comment.
Applicant presented the project.
Anamaria and Bill Walker, Owner/Applicant
According to photos, the original roofline and siding has been totally changed. Comparing
photos of the original home to the existing home, it appears the historic integrity is gone.
Closed Public Comment.
Committee members discussed the matter.
Photos shows that nothing is intact. Looks like an ‘80s remodel structure.
Any historic significance or architectural detail has been lost.
It’s difficult to see any relationship between before and now photos.
MOTION: Motion by Commissioner Raspe to Approve a Request to Remove a Pre-
1941 Property from the Historic Resources Inventory for Property Zoned
R-1:8. Located at 307 Johnson Avenue. Seconded by Vice Chair Cheskin.
VOTE: Motion passed unanimously.
Appeal rights were recited.
3. 246 Almendra Avenue
Architecture and Site Application S-21-033
Forward a Recommendation to the Community Development Director on a Request for
Construction of a New Two-Story Single-Family Residence Located in the Almond Grove
Historic District on Property Zoned R-1D:LHP. APN 510-14-019.
PROPERTY OWNER: Gary Filizetti
APPLICANT: Brett Brenkwitz
PROJECT PLANNER: Ryan Safty
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Ryan Safty, Associate Planner, presented the staff report.
Opened Public Comment.
Applicant presented the project.
Brett Brenkwitz, Applicant
The proposal is to replace an existing parking lot with a new home and rear detached
garage. To lessen the massing impact, they are setting the second story forty feet back from
the front property line. Also, the main upper roofline slopes upward towards the rear. The
front setback is fifteen feet to the porch. The porch is six feet deep. The total is twenty-one
feet from the front property line to the front door. To determine the proposed front
setback to the porch, they averaged the space between the house and the neighboring
house, as well as to the commercial property on the other side. The garage is placed to the
rear corner of the parcel for a reduced visual impact.
The proposed project would use gable roof forms common to the neighborhood.
Additionally, they are proposing to use similar colors and materials to fit in with the
neighborhood: such as wood, siding, stucco, and stone; to fit in with the neighborhood.
Committee members asked questions of the applicant.
Brett Brenkwitz, Applicant
Regarding height questions, there are a few other two-story homes in the neighborhood.
According to staff: the proposed home size at 2,084 square feet would be the seventh
largest in FAR. It’s on the smaller side for the immediate neighborhood.
There is a shadow study included in the plan set to address shade concerns.
Closed Public Comment.
Committee members discussed the matter.
More compatible than a parking lot.
They followed every recommendation of the consulting architect.
Analysis was thorough and well-reasoned.
The FAR is not maxed out.
The second story is set back.
Troubled by the setback issue. Other residential properties have greater front setbacks.
The commercial property is the outlier on the street. The other homes have larger front
setbacks.
Further analyze the proposed front setback in relation to the other residences in the
surrounding neighborhood to verify neighborhood compatibility.
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MOTION: Motion by Commissioner Clark to Forward a Recommendation to the
Community Development Director to Approve a Request for the
Construction of a New Two-Story Single-Family Residence Located in the
Almond Grove Historic District at 246 Almendra Avenue, with a
recommendation for an increased front setback taking into consideration
both the adjacent homes and rear garage. Seconded by Commissioner
Raspe.
VOTE: Motion passed unanimously.
Appeal rights were recited.
4. 315 W Main Street
Minor Development in a Historic District Application HS-22-014
Forward a Recommendation to the Community Development Director on to approve a
Request for Construction of a Detached Accessory Building and Single-Story Addition to
an Existing Single-Family Residence in the Broadway Historic District on Property Zoned
R-1D:LHP. APN 510-45-003.
PROPERTY OWNER: Nadav Buzi
APPLICANT: Michael Rowe.
PROJECT PLANNER: Savannah Van Akin
Savannah Van Akin, Assistant Planner, presented the staff report.
Opened Public Comment.
Applicant presented the project.
Michael Rowe
Front elevation: 2D Drawing doesn’t show the depth of the projection on the left side of the
home.
The six and a half feet high fence will remain.
Will take off the 1979 T-111 siding and do 360 architecture.
The right side projection, that is visible from the front, is a bay window.
Addition is visible on both sides from the street but mitigated by the fence.
Reverting from 1979 to 1905 style by matching the siding, shingles, and windows. Only the
front two windows, one on left, and one on the right are original. Can match windows to
the addition, but the existing windows are single-paned aluminum.
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Committee members asked questions of the applicant.
Michael Rowe
Will consider matching the side windows to the front windows.
Will consider adding matching shutters.
Proposed windows can match stylistically but unlike the originals would also be operable.
Committee members discussed the matter.
Adding more square footage makes sense, if parking is preserved,
Stylistically match windows and shutters to ameliorate the front view.
MOTION: Motion by Commissioner Raspe to Forward a Recommendation to the
Community Development Director to approve a Request for Construction
of a Detached Accessory Building and Single-Story Addition to an Existing
Single-Family Residence located at 315 W Main Street with the further
recommendation that the street-facing portion of the addition have
windows and shutters to match the two existing windows and shutters at
the front of the house. Seconded by Chair Lundell.
VOTE: Motion passed unanimously.
Appeal rights were recited.
5. 435 San Benito Avenue
Consider a Request to Remove a Pre-1941 Property from the Historic Resources
Inventory for Property Zoned R-1D. APN 410-17-053.
PROPERTY OWNER: James Holtz
APPLICANT: Sandra Paim
PROJECT PLANNER: Savannah Van Akin
Savannah Van Akin, Assistant Planner, presented the staff report.
Opened Public Comment.
Applicant presented the project.
Sandra Paim, Architect
This is a stand-alone request to remove the property from the Historic Resources Inventory.
There are conflicting documents on when the house was built. The Polk directory telephone
records show occupancy in 1923, 1924, 1934, and 1941. The property stayed in the
Truckner family in 1941. There is no record from the 1989 Sanborn Survey. Checked the
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related address of 26 Montgomery Street. There was no record of that address on the Ann
Bloomfield survey.
The structure is not associated with any significant event or person.
Any distinctive characteristics were greatly compromised. According to the 1941 tax
assessment, there was a rustic exterior wall and the front and rear porches had covers.
Changes were made to the window trim, molding, wood siding, and front porch. Entry way
is keyhole. A second story was added. The front façade was altered more than 50%.
Committee members asked questions of the applicant.
Sandra Paim, Architect
They didn’t request removal the first time in 2020 because they didn’t feel it necessary.
The owner is not planning to remodel, and asked for her help in research.
There are differences between the photos. In the 1970’s, the front porch takes up more
than 50% of the front façade. The scale, character, front massing is entirely different.
Asking for removal now even though the applicant is no longer doing renovations. Any
future renovations would have to go before HPC.
Closed Public Comment.
Committee members discussed the matter.
Once removed it would not return to HPC for review.
In an overlay zone HPC would have jurisdiction and it could not be removed.
It has not lost all historic details.
If there are no plans to remodel, why ask for removal now?
There is no clear reason given for removal.
There hasn’t been any drastic remodeling. Just roof and sewage permits.
MOTION: Motion by Chair Lundell to Deny a Request to Remove a Pre-1941
Property from the Historic Resources Inventory for Property Zoned R-1D.
Located at 435 San Benito Avenue. The Committee was Unable to Make
the Findings for Removal. Seconded by Commissioner Clark.
VOTE: Motion passed unanimously.
Appeal rights were recited.
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6. 101 Broadway
Minor Development in a Historic District Application HS-22-013
Forward a Recommendation to the Community Development Director on a Request to
Change the Previously Approved Window Materials on a New Single-Family Residence
Located in the Broadway Historic District on Property Zoned R-1D:LHP. APN 510-45-041.
PROPERTY OWNER: Ridhima Khurana
APPLICANT: Jay Plett, Architect
PROJECT PLANNER: Sean Mullin
Sean Mullin, Senior Planner, presented the staff report.
Opened Public Comment.
Applicant presented the project.
Jay Plett, Architect
The project was originally approved with use of aluminum clad windows. We have found a
new fiberglass clad product with more customizable details than vinyl or aluminum. Also,
the fiberglass, unlike vinyl or aluminum can be painted.
Closed Public Comment.
Committee members discussed the matter.
Fine with substituting with the new window product in lieu of the previously approve
window material.
Would like to see the window in person. Like that it can be painted. Would consider a
substitution to the original application.
The replacement windows seem reasonable. The Committee is more concerned about
preserving the appearance of versus the use of a specific material. It’s a good way to
maintain the historical integrity of the structure while keeping up with the times. The
new materials will make the structures more durable and long lasting.
MOTION: Motion by Vice Chair Cheskin to Forward a Recommendation to the
Community Development Director to Approve a Request to Change the
Previously Approved Window Materials on a New Single-Family
Residence Located in the Broadway Historic District on Property Zoned R-
1D:LHP. Located at 101 Broadway. Seconded by Commissioner Raspe.
VOTE: Motion passed unanimously.
Appeal rights were recited.
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7. 50 Hernandez Avenue
Minor Residential Development Application HS-22-003
Forward a Recommendation to the Community Development Director on a Request for
Construction of Exterior Alterations and a Second-Story Addition Greater than 100
Square Feet to an Existing Single-Family Residence on Property Zoned R-1:8. APN 510-
20-003.
PROPERTY OWNER: Richard Archuleta and Chrissy Klander
APPLICANT: Jay Plett, Architect
PROJECT PLANNER: Sean Mullin
Vice Chair Cheskin recused him from Item 7, 50 Hernandez Avenue, as his residence is located
within 1,000 feet of the subject property.
Sean Mullin, Senior Planner, presented the staff report.
Opened Public Comment.
Applicant presented the project.
Jay Plett, Architect
Followed the recommendations to lower the porch roof and to use composition roof
material to match the existing house and addition. Streetscape remains since addition and
remodel is in the back. Owners contacted the neighbors, who are all in favor of the project.
Committee members asked questions of the applicant.
Jay Plett, Architect
In the front, just adding a window and moving the existing bedroom window about a foot.
The front façade does not change. Just replacing front door.
Susan Burnett
Why are you moving the one little window with lights?
Jay Plett, Architect
That’s not a window with lights but a window behind a decorative grid screen. The grid was
added post 1941 to the closet window.
Susan Burnett
Can you keep it? It is unique.
Jay Plett, Architect
The new second window is in a shaded area and needs to bring in more light to the
bathroom. The grid was added post 1941. It is not original to the house.
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Closed Public Comment.
Committee members discussed the matter.
Liked the design the first time with some minor tweaks.
Applicant is keeping and adding to the design to balance it out.
If we make recommendations to secure our approval and the applicant follows through,
the committee should honor that action.
MOTION: Motion by Commissioner Raspe to Forward a Recommendation to the
Community Development Director to Approve a Request for Construction
of Exterior Alterations and a Second-Story Addition Greater than 100
Square Feet to an Existing Single-Family Residence on Property Zoned R-
1:8. Located at 50 Hernandez Avenue. Seconded by Tim Lundell.
VOTE: Motion passed unanimously.
Appeal rights were recited.
Vice Chair Cheskin rejoined.
8. 223 Massol Avenue
Minor Development in a Historic District Application HS-22-012
Requesting Approval for Construction of Exterior Alterations and Additions to an Existing
Non-Contributing Single-Family Residence Located in the Almond Grove Historic District
on Property Zoned R-1D:LHP. APN 510-16-020.
PROPERTY OWNER: Kevin McLarney
APPLICANT: Jay Plett, Architect
PROJECT PLANNER: Sean Mullin
Sean Mullin, Senior Planner, presented the staff report.
Opened Public Comment.
Applicant presented the project.
Jay Plett, Architect
The upper front dormers will not move. They are unsightly. Moving the gable forward will
lessen the view of these dormers from Massol Avenue. All the surrounding neighbors are in
support of the project.
Committee members asked questions of the applicant.
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Jay Plett, Architect
The project is within the FAR. Not asking for any setback reductions.
Closed Public Comment.
Committee members discussed the matter.
New design is an improvement on the prior design.
Additional space is within Town Guidelines.
The neighbors are in support.
MOTION: Motion by Commissioner Raspe to forward a recommendation to the
Community Development Director to Approve the Construction of
Exterior Alterations and Additions to an Existing Non-Contributing Single-
Family Residence Located in the Almond Grove Historic District on
Property Zoned R-1D:LHP. Seconded by Vice Chair Cheskin.
VOTE: Motion passed unanimously.
Appeal rights were recited.
OTHER BUSINESS (Up to three minutes may be allotted to each speaker on any of the following
items.)
None.
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 5:49 p.m.
This is to certify that the foregoing is a true and correct copy of the minutes of the
March 23, 2022 meeting as approved by the
Historic Preservation Committee.
s/ Jennifer Armer, AICP, Planning Manager
TOWN OF LOS GATOS
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
PLANNING DIVISION
(408) 354-6872 Fax (408) 354-7593
March 25, 2022
Jay Plett
213 Bean Avenue
Los Gatos, CA 95030
Via email
RE: 223 Massol Avenue
Forward a Recommendation to the Community Development Director on a Request
for Construction of Exterior Alterations and Additions to an Existing Non -Contributing
Single-Family Residence Located in the Almond Grove Historic District on Property
Zoned R-1D:LHP. APN 510-16-020. Minor Development in a Historic District
Application HS-22-012.
PROPERTY OWNER: Kevin McLarney
APPLICANT: Jay Plett, Architect
PROJECT PLANNER: Sean Mullin
On March 23, 2022, the Los Gatos Historic Preservation Committee recommended approval of
the above request to the Community Development Director.
If you have any questions, I can be contacted by phone at (408) 354 -6823 or by email at
smullin@losgatosca.gov.
Sincerely,
Sean Mullin, AICP
Senior Planner
cc: Kevin McLarney, via email
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McLARNEY223 massol ave., los gatosREAR/e. proposed
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JA/FLEET
McLARNEY223 MASSOL AVENUE LOS GATOS, CA 95030
LETTER OF JUSTIFICATION
To : HPC
Re : 223 Massol
We are requesting to modify the street-facing roof structure of the existing accessory building by returning it back to it's possibly historic form of being a gable roof.
In it's current form, the roof was changed to a shallow hip that cannot be perceived from the street. It appears as a flat cut off roof, very much out of character with the home, and has no aesthetic value.
We believe our proposal to bring the gable roof back will blend with the main house gable and greatly enhance the aesthetic value of the house.
The owner has spoken with the surrounding neighbors who are all in favor as they believe it will be a benefit to the neighborhood.
Thanks for your consideration,
Jay Plett - Architect.
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