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11-19-25 Packet - HPC SPECIALPage 1 HOW TO PARTICIPATE The Town of Los Gatos strongly encourages your active participation in the public process. If you are interested in providing oral comments during the meeting, you must attend in- person, complete a speaker’s card, and return it to the staff. If you wish to speak to an item on the agenda, please list the item number on the speaker card. The time allocated to speakers may change to better facilitate the meeting. If you are unable to attend the meeting in-person, you are welcome to submit written comments via email to planning@losgatosca.gov.. Public Comment During the Meeting: When called to speak, please limit your comments to three (3) minutes, or such other time as the Chair may decide, consistent with the time limit for speakers at a Town meeting. Speakers at public meetings may be asked to provide their name and to state whether they are a resident of the Town of Los Gatos. Providing this information is not required. 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TOWN OF LOS GATOS HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMITTEE NOVEMBER 19, 2025 110 EAST MAIN STREET TOWN COUNCIL CHAMBERS 4:00 PM Lee Quintana, Chair Martha Queiroz, Vice Chair Susan Burnett, Planning Commissioner Emily Thomas, Planning Commissioner Alan Feinberg, Committee Member Page 1 Page 2 CALL MEETING TO ORDER ROLL CALL CONSENT ITEMS (Items appearing on the Consent Items are considered routine Town business and may be approved by one motion. Any member of the Committee may request to have an item removed from the Consent Items for comment and action. Members of the public may provide input on any or multiple Consent Item(s) when the Chair asks for public comments on the Consent Items. If you wish to comment, please follow the Participation Instructions contained on Page 1 of this agenda. If an item is removed, the Chair has the sole discretion to determine when the item will be heard.) 1. Draft Minutes of the October 22, 2025, Historic Preservation Committee Meeting 2. Draft Minutes of the October 29, 2025, Historic Preservation Committee SPECIAL Meeting 3. Adopt a Letter to the Town Council Regarding Future Historic Preservation Committee Workplan Items. VERBAL COMMUNICATIONS (Members of the public are welcome to address the Historic Preservation Committee on any matter that is not listed on the agenda and is within the subject matter jurisdiction of the Committee. To ensure all agenda items are heard, this portion of the agenda is limited to 30 minutes. In the event additional speakers were not able to be heard during the initial Verbal Communications portion of the agenda, an additional Verbal Communications will be opened prior to adjournment. Each speaker is limited to three minutes or such time as authorized by the Chair.) PUBLIC HEARINGS (Applicants and their representatives may be allotted up to a total of five minutes maximum for opening statements. Members of the public may be allotted up to three minutes to comment on any public hearing item. Applicants and their representatives may be allotted up to a total of three minutes maximum for closing statements. Items requested/recommended for continuance are subject to the Committee’s consent at the meeting.) 4. Consider a Request to Remove a Pre-1941 Property from the Historic Resources Inventory for Property Zoned C-1. Located at 647 N. Santa Cruz Avenue. APN 410-14-015. Exempt Pursuant to CEQA Section 15061(b)(3). Request for Review PHST-25-022. Property Owner: 647 N. Santa Cruz Ave, LLC. Applicant: Lance Tate. Project Planner: Ryan Safty. 5. Consider a Request for Approval to Construct an Addition and Exterior Alterations to an Existing Pre-1941 Single-Family Residence on Property Zoned R-1D. Located at 245 Los Gatos Boulevard. APN 529-24-024. Request for Review Application PHST-25-023. Exempt Pursuant to CEQA Guidelines, Section 15301: Existing Facilities. Property Owner: Michael Phung. Applicant: Andres Johnson. Project Planner: Samina Merchant. 6. Consider a Request for Approval to Construct an Addition with Reduced Setbacks to an Existing Noncontributing Single-Family Residence Located in the Almond Grove Historic District on Nonconforming Property Zoned R-1D: LHP. Located at 321 Bachman Avenue. APN 510-17-100. Exempt Pursuant to CEQA Section 15301: Existing Facilities. Architecture and Site Application S-25-049. Property Owner: Stanley and Jean Melax. Applicant: Page 2 Page 3 Jennifer Kretschmer, AIA. Project Planner: Suray Nathan. 7. Consider a Request for Approval to Construct an Addition and Exterior Alterations to an Existing Pre-1941 Single-Family Residence on Property Zoned R-1D. Located at 446 San Benito Avenue. APN 410-16-051. Request for Review Application PHST-25-021. Exempt Pursuant to CEQA Guidelines, Section 15301: Existing Facilities. Property Owner/Applicant: Devendra Deshwal. Project Planner: Maria Chavarin. 8. Consider a Request for Approval to Construct Exterior Alterations to an Existing Pre1941 Single-Family Residence on Property Zoned R-1:8. Located at 310 Johnson Avenue. APN 529-39-006. Exempt Pursuant to CEQA Section 15301: Existing Facilities. Request for Review Application PHST-25-024. Property Owner/Applicant: Sumit Ahluwalia. Project Planner: Sean Mullin. 9. Consider a Request for Approval to Modify a Previously Approved Project to Construct a Second-Story Addition Exceeding 100 Square Feet and Exterior Alterations to an Existing Contributing Single-Family Residence in the Almond Grove Historic District on Property Zoned R-1D:LHP. Located at 328 Bachman Avenue. APN 510-14-037. Request for Review Application PHST-25-025. Exempt Pursuant to CEQA Guidelines, Section 15301: Existing Facilities. Property Owner: Snighdha Uday Dharmavaram. Applicant: Bess Wiersema. Project Planner: Sean Mullin. OTHER BUSINESS (Up to three minutes may be allotted to each speaker on any of the following items.) 10. 2026 Meeting Calendar for the Historic Preservation Committee REPORT FROM THE DIRECTOR OF THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE MATTERS ADJOURNMENT ADA NOTICE In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the Clerk’s Office at (408) 354-6834. Notification at least two (2) business days prior to the meeting date will enable the Town to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to this meeting [28 CFR §35.102-35.104]. Page 3 110 E. Main Street Los Gatos, CA 95030 ● 408-354-6874 www.losgatosca.gov TOWN OF LOS GATOS HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMITTEE REPORT MEETING DATE: 11/19/2025 ITEM: 1 DRAFT MINUTES OF THE HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMITTEE MEETING OCTOBER 22, 2025 The Historic Preservation Committee of the Town of Los Gatos conducted a regular meeting on October 22, 2025 at 4:00 p.m. MEETING CALLED TO ORDER AT 4:00 PM ROLL CALL Present: Chair Lee Quintana, Vice Chair Martha Queiroz, Planning Commissioner Emily Thomas and Committee Member Alan Feinberg. Absent: Planning Commissioner Susan Burnett. VERBAL COMMUNICATIONS Jacob Korvel with Frank Delgado The project that did not make the agenda deadline. They requested a demolition permit for 313 University Avenue. They are requesting Planning and Building permits for full restoration. They will work with staff to complete their submission. CONSENT ITEMS (TO BE ACTED UPON BY A SINGLE MOTION) 1. Approval of Minutes – September 24, 2025 MOTION: Motion by Vice Chair Queiroz to approve the Consent Calendar. Seconded by Committee Member Feinberg. VOTE: Motion passed unanimously, (4-0) Page 4 PAGE 2 OF 6 MINUTES OF THE HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMITTEE MEETING OF OCTOBER 22, 2025 PUBLIC HEARINGS 2. 155 Hernandez Avenue Consider a Request for Approval to Construct Exterior Modifications (Siding Replacement) on an Existing Pre-1941 Single-Family Residence on Property Zoned R1:8. APN 510-40-152. Exempt Pursuant to CEQA Section 15301: Existing Facilities. Request for Review Application PHST-25-020. Property Owner: Catherine Nadeau. Applicant: Marcie Macdonough. Project Planner: Ryan Safty. Ryan Safty, Project Planner, presented the staff report. Opened Public Comment. Committee members asked questions of staff. Applicant presented the project. Marcie Macdonough, Architect and Lea (?), Designer They need to remove the old siding boards to add water vapor barrier material. The new proposed Hardie board material is noncombustible. The prior addition to the house already has Hardie board. The profile will be identical. Committee members asked questions of the applicant. Committee members discussed the matter. MOTION: Motion by Vice Chair Queiroz to recommend approval to the Community Development Director to Construct Exterior Modifications (Siding Replacement) on an Existing Pre-1941 Single-Family Residence on Property Zoned R-1:8. APN 510-40-152. Based on the Following Findings and Conditions: • Findings: o The existing wood siding, although not substantially deteriorated and could be replaced in kind, an exception is being made because Preservation standards allow well- matched substitute materials when there are Public Safety and Wildfire Concerns that make the substitute material clearly preferable. The proposed substitute material balances the Town’s Historic Preservation goals with life Page 5 PAGE 3 OF 6 MINUTES OF THE HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMITTEE MEETING OF OCTOBER 22, 2025 safety and wildfire resilience objectives applicable in this designated high fire hazard severity zone. • Conditions: o The approved fibrous cement siding shall match the existing wood siding in width, exposure, reveal, lap profile, and corner treatment. o The installation shall follow the manufacturer specifications and California Building Code, Chapter 7 AU, WUI Requirements. o Corner boards, corner returns, trim, and joint spacing shall replicate the Historic detailing. o Prior to final inspection, staff shall verify that the installation conforms with these conditions. o Recommendation to comply with local fire authority’s defensible space recommendations. Seconded by Commissioner Quintana. VOTE: Motion passed unanimously, (4-0) 3. 69 Hernandez Avenue Consider a Request for Approval to Construct Exterior Alterations (Window Replacement) to an Existing Pre-1941 Single-Family Residence on Property Zoned R-1:8. APN 510-41-015. Request for Review Application PHST-25-019. Categorically Exempt Pursuant to CEQA Guidelines, Section 15061 (b)(3). Property Owner: Phil Rolla. Applicant: Mike Tinsley. Project Planner: Suray Nathan. Suray Nathan, Project Planner, presented the staff report. Committee members asked questions of Staff. Opened Public Comment. Applicant presented the project. Mike Tinsley, Architect Owners purchased the property in April 2025 and loves the character of the house. The goal is to keep the siding and roof as is. Modifications have been made over the years. A photograph showed the porch unenclosed in the 1970’s. The second story addition was added later. After the 1989 earthquake, a new chimney was installed. There are ten original windows. The rest of the windows were installed during the 1970’s and later in 1989. The homeowner proposes to use aluminum clad wood windows to get the style of the wood frame but with the Page 6 PAGE 4 OF 6 MINUTES OF THE HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMITTEE MEETING OF OCTOBER 22, 2025 durability of aluminum. They want to keep the windows as located but the existing floor plan inside was odd. They want to make all the windows look like they belong and use WUI materials. They are not sure if the three bay windows are original and proposereplacing the center bay with three windows. Committee members asked questions of the applicant. Mike Tinsley, Architect The 1981 windows are all casement. The owner’s preference is for vertical casement windows. They can add a horizontal bar to make it look like a double hung window. The owner is open to installing a transom window. Closed Public Comment. Committee members discussed the matter. Aluminum cladding is too modern. Marvin integrity is the fiberglass cladding that looks more like wood. Okay with removing the bay window and adding a transom. Use double hung on the East and West on the first floor. Open Public Hearing Committee members asked questions of the applicant. Mike Tinsley, Architect Okay with installing glass above the back door. Marvin fiberglass double hung windows style looks great. One question: When a house has been modified but is not a historic structure, what is the process? For bedroom egress, they can use a horizontal line to make it look double hung. Closed Public Hearing Committee members discussed the matter. MOTION: Motion by Commissioner Thomas to recommend approval to the Director to replace existing windows 2, 3, 4, 5, and 6 on the north (front) elevation, to approve removal of window 1, and to add a transom. Eliminate the three transom windows above the windows and keep them as casements. On the east elevation, all the window replacements are approved. Replace window 10 with a double-hung, and make 14, 15, 18, and 19 simulated double-hung. Windows 6, 7, 8, and 9 are okay as proposed. The south (rear) elevation windows are okay but make them Page 7 PAGE 5 OF 6 MINUTES OF THE HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMITTEE MEETING OF OCTOBER 22, 2025 all double hung. On the west elevation, the three windows will be double hung and the door should have wood on the bottom and glass on top of the door. Make the side window of the bay double hung. Seconded by Vice Chair Queiroz. VOTE: Motion passed unanimously. OTHER BUSINESS (Up to three minutes may be allotted to each speaker on any of the following items.) 4. Consider Providing Staff with Direction on Window Materials. Project Location: Town Wide. Project Planner: Sean Mullin Sean Mullen, Project Planner, presented the staff report. Committee members discussed the matter. Fiberglass clad windows weren’t contemplated when the guidelines were written. It is paintable and can have the look of wood but also offers weather protection. If the Committee is supportive of the use of fiberglass cladding, the Design Guidelines do not have to be amended at this time. Staff heard the direction that the Committee is supportive of staff not bringing the fiberglass clad windows back to the Historic Preservation Committee as long as it is in line with the current evaluation guidelines. REPORT FROM THE DIRECTOR OF THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT Reminder that there is a Special Meeting next week. COMMITTEE MATTERS None. ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 6:00 p.m. This is to certify that the foregoing is a true and correct copy of the minutes of the October 22, 2025 meeting as approved by the Historic Preservation Committee. Page 8 PAGE 6 OF 6 MINUTES OF THE HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMITTEE MEETING OF OCTOBER 22, 2025 Sean Mullin, AICP, Planning Manager Page 9 110 E. Main Street Los Gatos, CA 95030 ● 408-354-6874 www.losgatosca.gov TOWN OF LOS GATOS HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMITTEE REPORT MEETING DATE: 11/19/2025 ITEM: 2 DRAFT MINUTES OF THE HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMITTEE SPECIAL MEETING OCTOBER 29, 2025 The Historic Preservation Committee of the Town of Los Gatos conducted a Special meeting on October 29, 2025 at 4:00 p.m. MEETING CALLED TO ORDER AT 4:00 PM ROLL CALL Present: Chair Lee Quintana, Vice Chair Martha Queiroz, Planning Commissioner Emily Thomas, Planning Commissioner Susan Burnett, and Committee Member Alan Feinberg. Absent: None. OTHER BUSINESS (Up to three minutes may be allotted to each speaker on any of the following items.) 1. Discussion of Potential Historic Preservation Topics to be included in a Letter to the Town Council Regarding Future Historic Preservation Committee Workplan Items. Sean Mullin, Planning Manager, presented the staff report. Public Hearing Opened. Committee members discussed the proposed topics and provided direction for amendments to be included in their letter to the Town Council. The final draft of the letter will return to the Committee for adoption. If adopted, the letter will proceed to the Town Manager’s Office. Public Hearing Closed. Page 10 PAGE 2 OF 2 MINUTES OF THE HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMITTEE SPECIAL MEETING OF OCTOBER 29, 2025 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 October 29, 2025 meeting as approved by the Historic Preservation Committee. Sean Mullin, AICP, Planning Manager Page 11 PREPARED BY: Sean Mullin, AICP Planning Manager 110 E. Main Street Los Gatos, CA 95030 ● 408-354-6874 www.losgatosca.gov TOWN OF LOS GATOS HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMITTEE REPORT MEETING DATE: 11/19/2024 ITEM NO: 3 DATE: November 14, 2025 TO: Historic Preservation Committee FROM: Joel Paulson, Community Development Director SUBJECT: Adopt a Letter to the Town Council Regarding Future Historic Preservation Committee Workplan Items. REMARKS: On October 29, 2025, at the Chair’s request the Committee discussed a draft letter to the Town Council regarding future workplan items. Attachment 1 includes the final letter to the Council for adoption by the Committee. If adopted, the letter would be provided to the Town Manager who would forward it to the Mayor. ATTACHMENTS: 1. Letter to the Town Council Regarding Future Historic Preservation Committee Workplan Items Page 12 This Page Intentionally Left Blank Page 13 To: Mayor Hudes and Members of the Town Council From: Historic Preservation Committee Re: Proposed Historic Preservation Committee Work Program Date: November 13, 2025 The Historic Preservation Committee is pleased to submit the proposed Work Program for your review and consideration. The attached document outlines the Committee’s overarching goal, key objectives, and a series of recommended action items designed to support the Town’s historic preservation priorities. For clarity and ease of reference, the recommended action items are organized into five categories. During the Committee’s Special Meeting on October 29, 2025, members acknowledged areas of overlap among these categories; however, the Committee unanimously agreed to retain them, as each reflects important intersections and gaps within existing guiding documents and policies. While mindful of the Town’s current budget and staffing constraints, the Committee believes this Work Program is well aligned with the Town’s strategic objectives and will strengthen the preservation, understanding, and stewardship of Los Gatos’ historic resources. We respectfully request the Council’s consideration of the proposed action items. Respectfully submitted, Lee Quintana, Chair Martha Queiroz, Vice Chair Susan Burnett, Committee Member Alan Feinberg, Committee Member Emily Thomas, Committee Member ATTACHMENT 1 Page 14 Goal of the Work Program Enhance efficiency, transparency, and understanding of the entire historic resources review and approval process for the community members, committee members/commissioners, Town Council members, and staff. Objectives of the Work Program ●Objective A: Update and clarify the definitions and required findings for determining historic resource status in Town code ●Objective B: Streamline and clarify the Historic Preservation review and approval process, including Historic Preservation Committee meetings, to improve efficiency ●Objective C: Improve the consistency and predictability of decisions by clarifying the criteria and standards used in evaluating historic resources ●Objective D: Improve shared understanding of the purpose and value of historic resources through clearer documentation, communication, and education ●Objective E: Provide consistency and alignment across Town documents, procedures, and code sections related to historic preservation and resources ●Objective F: Implement historic preservation policies and procedures that support Housing Element goals ●Objective G: Evaluate and update existing and potential historic districts, heritage areas, and special recognition areas, including boundaries, eligibility, and documentation Page 15 Suggested Action Items Area Action Item Justification Objective Chapter 29 Article I Division 1. - Miscellaneous Sec. 29.10.09030. - Demolitions 1. Clarify demolition of historic structures (c)Article I Division 1 Sec. 29.10.09030. Demolitions and Article VIII Division 3 Sec. 29.80.310 are not consistent with each other or the Residential Design Guidelines. Sec. 29.10.09030. (c) cites criteria for permit approval for demolition of a historic structure although the requirements are not identified as findings. It is not clear how these requirements differ or relate to findings listed in Sec. 29.10.09030.(e)(2). A B C D E F G 2 . Clarify definition of "contributor to a potential historic district" Sec. 29.10.09030. (c) term “contributor to a potential historic district” is not defined and only a term used in the Bloomfield Survey. 3. Clarify the reason for and criteria of the “report” In Sec. 29.10.09030.(c) the required “report” is vague and its intent is not clear; it doesn’t state if/when the report is used to determine historic resource status or other decision making. 4. Clarify preservation of historically or architecturally significant buildings or structures (e)(2) Sec. 29.10.09030.(e) is not clear with regards to the difference between findings for historic and non-historic structures and its relevance to granting architecture and site applications. Chapter 29 Article VIII Division 3 - Historic Preservation and LHP Landmark and Historic Preservation Overlay Zone 5. Add definitions of the Town’s historic resources The code does not currently include definitions of historic resources or findings in Chapter 29 Article VIII Division 3. The difference between “pre-1941”, “Historic Status Code”, and “contributor” are not defined but used to make decisions. A B C D E F G 6. Add findings for different types of historic resources 7. Clarify the differences between the Federal/State findings and the Town’s findings for integrity Findings are only required with regards to status in the historic inventory. Considerations for all other situations are not clear. Page 16 8. Clarify the difference between findings and considerations and when they are applied 9. Change title of Sec. 29.80.290 Standards for Review from “Standards” to “Considerations” 10. Move Sec. 29.80.290 Standards for Review to follow definitions Considerations are currently described in the code as standards. Sec. 29.80.290 outlines the review process but is currently “hidden” after less used code. 1991 Historical Resources Survey Project (Bloomfield Survey and Historic Inventory) 11. Update, conduct a new survey, or use the current survey for reference only The Bloomfield Survey was a “windshield” survey conducted 30 years ago, therefore, not all pre-1941 structures in Town were evaluated and some structures included in the survey do not meet criteria for a historic resource. A B C D E F G 12. Add a description of the Bloomfield Survey including its purpose, study area, methodology, and final recommendations to the Residential Design Guidelines The Bloomfield Survey is central to the review, analysis, and decision making process and its intended use is currently absent from the Residential Design Guidelines. A description of the survey will increase the understanding of the Town’s historic preservation review process. 13. Consider revising the 1941 construction date for historic resources This date was chosen because it was the first year the County has comprehensive tax records for the Town. The Bloomfield Survey recommended changing the 1941 date. 14. Protect historic resources not currently covered under the LHP Overlay by: a. Designating additional historic districts as recommended by the Bloomfield Survey, starting with Glenridge b. Establishing a Heritage Area based on the Bloomfield Survey area c. Establishing special recognition areas or sites to acknowledge architectural, There are districts in Town with a high concentration of pre-1941 structures that have been identified in the Bloomfield Survey as “potential contributors to historic districts”. The Survey suggested the addition of Historic Districts, specifically Glenridge. A Heritage Area could protect structures identified as “potential contributors to a historic district” by the Bloomfield Survey. There are areas of Town outside of current Historic Districts that have architectural, cultural, and aesthetic significance that do not qualify as a historic resource under the current 1941 standard. For example, the mosaics depicting early California Page 17 cultural, or aesthetic resources that are newer than 1941 life at Riviera Drive. 15. Separate the Town’s Inventory of Historic Resources from the Bloomfield Survey and publish the Inventory Not all pre-1941 structures listed in the Survey meet the criteria for a Los Gatos Historic Resource. Publishing the Historic Inventory and list of the Survey addresses would allow better public access and transparency. Residential Design Guidelines Chapter 4 Historic Resources 16. Revise and update acceptable substitute materials including window replacements and siding materials There are many new materials available that are of high quality, integrity, and indistinguishable from traditional materials. In addition, these materials may be required by fire code and/or insurance companies for fire safety. A B C D E F G 17. Add specific guidelines for additions and accessory structures for historic resources and historic districts The Guidelines currently focus on the immediate neighborhood for compatibility, which is appropriate for new construction, but not for additions or accessory structures for historic resources or districts. Specific guidance for additions and accessory structures for historic resources and districts with consideration of the architecture and character defining features of the existing structure rather than immediate neighborhood would be more appropriate. 18. Clarify Section 4.5 Demolitions and the definitions in sidebar on page 42 and cite findings required to demolish a historic resource The process is unclear and does not align with Sec. 29.10.09030 Demolition Code. Other 19. Add a Flow Chart or Table of the various types referrals to the HPC It is not clear how projects move through historic review in Town. Adding a flow chart, a table, and/or graphics would demystify the process for the various types of applications and projects that are referred to the HPC. A B C D E F G 20. Sec. 29.40.075. - Floor area ratio Only exclude up to 400 square feet from FAR calculations for historic properties and historic districts zoned R-1D and R-D Historic properties and lots in historic districts typically have smaller detached garages located at the rear of the property. Garages that are detached from historic structures minimizes the mass of additions to existing structures. Page 18 This Page Intentionally Left Blank Page 19 PREPARED BY: Ryan Safty 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: 11/19/2025 ITEM NO: 4 DATE: November 14, 2025 TO: Historic Preservation Committee FROM: Joel Paulson, Community Development Director SUBJECT: Consider a Request to Remove a Pre-1941 Property from the Historic Resources Inventory for Property Zoned C-1. Located at 647 N. Santa Cruz Avenue. APN 410-14-015. Exempt Pursuant to CEQA Section 15061(b)(3). Request for Review PHST-25-022. Property Owner: 647 N. Santa Cruz Ave, LLC. Applicant: Lance Tate. Project Planner: Ryan Safty. RECOMMENDATION: Consider a request to remove a pre-1941 property from the Historic Resources Inventory for property zoned C-1 located at 647 N. Santa Cruz Avenue. PROPERTY DETAILS: 1. Date primary structure was built: 1978 per County Assessor 2. Bloomfield Preliminary Rating: N/A 3. Does property have an LHP Overlay? No 4. Is structure in a historic district? No 5. If yes, is it a contributor? N/A 6. Findings required? Yes 7. Considerations required? No BACKGROUND: The subject property is located on North Santa Cruz Avenue and is developed with a two-story office building at the front and a pre-1941 residence at the rear, which is not visible from the street. The applicant is requesting approval to remove the pre-1941 residence from the Historic Resources Inventory. Page 20 PAGE 2 OF 3 SUBJECT: 647 N. Santa Cruz Avenue/PHST-25-022 DATE: November 14, 2025 Town records show that previously there were two residences on this site, and both were used as rentals (Attachment 1). In 1949, Town records show that an attached garage was added to one of the residences on the site, however no plans are available and it is unclear if the subject residence was modified with this garage. Records also show that one of the residences was required to disconnect electric and gas utilities due to hazardous conditions in 1974, but again it is unclear to which residence this applied. A staff report and plans from 1976 show the approval of the existing two-story office building, and notes that the front residence would be demolished and the residence at the rear of the site (subject residence) would remain. The Santa Clara County Assessor’s Database lists a construction date of 1978; however, that date appears to reflect the date of the construction of the office building at the front of the site. The property was not included in the 1990 Anne Bloomfield Survey, likely due to the office building at the front of the property obstructing view of the residence at the rear. The Sanborn Fire Insurance Maps in Attachment 2 show the subject residence on the property as early as 1928, with a rear addition occurring sometime between 1928 and 1944. DISCUSSION: The applicant provided a detailed historic report for this property, prepared by Bonnie Bamburg of Urban Programmers (Attachment 3). The report contains pictures and a detailed written description of the existing residence; historic uses and occupancy of the property; history of the Town; and an explanation of whether the residence meets any of the State or Federal historic findings of significance. The report notes that the residence is of modest Craftsman-style and was built in around 1924 but notes that the building is not an example of a fine or exemplary Craftsman-style residence. In summary, the report concludes that the residence is not listed in a historic district in the Town. The property is associated with the broad patten of residential development in the Town but is not a significant example of that pattern. There is no association with a person of historical significance, and the architecture is not a significant example of the Craftsman style. It is also unlikely that important information from pre-history or the history of construction would be found. Compared to federal and state registers, the property does not meet the criteria to be considered a historic resource and is not a historic resource under the definition of the California Environmental Quality Act. CONCLUSION: Should the Committee find that the findings for removal can be made, a recommendation of approval of the request to remove the property from the Historic Resources Inventory would be forwarded to the Community Development Director. Once approved by the Director, any proposed alterations or redevelopment of the property would not return to the Committee. Page 21 PAGE 3 OF 3 SUBJECT: 647 N. Santa Cruz Avenue/PHST-25-022 DATE: November 14, 2025 FINDINGS: A. Findings - related to a request for a determination that a pre-1941 primary structure has no historic significance or architectural merit. In evaluating a request for a determination of historic significance or architectural merit, the Historic Preservation Committee shall consider the following: 1. The structure is not associated with events that have made a significant contribution to the Town; 2. No Significant persons are associated with the site; 3. There are no distinctive characteristics of type, period or method of construction or representation of work of a master; 4. The structure does not yield information to Town history; or 5. The integrity has been compromised such that the structure no longer has the potential to convey significance. ATTACHMENTS: 1. Town Records 2. Sanborn Fire Insurance Maps 3. Historic Report 4. Existing Conditions Plan Page 22 This Page Intentionally Left Blank Page 23 Page 24 ATTACHMENT 1 Page 25 Page 26 Page 27 Page 28 Page 29 Page 30 Page 31 Page 32 Page 33 Page 34 This Page Intentionally Left Blank Page 35 1928 dd,DEdϮ Page 36 1944 Page 37 1956 Page 38 7KLV3DJH ,QWHQWLRQDOO\ /HIW%ODQN Page 39 *Resource Name or #: (Assigned by recorder) 647 & 651 N Santa Cruz Avenue, Los GatosPage 1 of 23 P1. Other Identifier: __ DPR 523A (9/2013) *Required information State of California  The Resources Agency Primary # DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION HRI # PRIMARY RECORD Trinomial NRHP Status Code Other Listings Review Code Reviewer Date 8-12-2025 *P2.Location:  Not for Publication Unrestricted *a. County Santa Clara and (P2c, P2e, and P2b or P2d. Attach a Location Map as necessary.) *b. USGS 7.5' Quad Date T ; R ;  of  of Sec ; B.M. c.Address 647 & 651 N. Santa Cruz Avenue City Los Gatos ip 95070 d.UTM: (Give more than one for large and/or linear resources) Zone 10S, 590703.02 mE/ 4121470.70 mN e.Other Locational Data: (e.g., parcel #, directions to resource, elevation, decimal degrees, etc., as appropriate) APN 410-14-015 *P3a.Description: (Describe resource and its major elements. Include design, materials, condition, alterations, size, setting, and boundaries) The property is a long parcel that rises in elevation from N. Santa Cruz Avenue. It is 88.6 feet wide by 288.8 feet deep. Fronting on N. Santa Cruz Avenue is an office building that is one-story over car parking, addressed as 647 N. Santa Cruz Avenue. This office building was developed in 1978 and is perpendicular to the street with a parking lot along the north side running the full length of the building to a solid wood fence with a gate of the same material giving the appearance of a wall separating the rear portion of the site. Behind the fence, the property rises and contains a garage and a modest Craftsman-style house c.1924. The house is on the sloping site with a front porch that is elevated to match the rear elevation. Contemporary lattice fencing covers the front void under the porch and concrete steps reach the entry. *P3b.Resource Attributes: (List attributes and codes) HP 2 single-family *P4. Resources Present:Building  Structure  Object  Site  District  Element of District  Other (Isolates, etc.) P5b. Description of Photo: (view, date, accession #) Front façade 651 N.Santa Cruz Ave. 0 7/25 *P6.Date Constructed/Age and Source:  Historic  Prehistoric  Both 1978 aand 1924 Assessor’s Filles *P7.Owner and Address: North Side Plaza LLC 647 N. Santa Cruz Ave :Los Gatos, CA 95030 *P8.Recorded by: (Name, affiliation, and address) Bonnie Bamburg Urban Programmers 10710 Ridgeview Ave San Jose, CA 95127 *P9. Date Recorded: 08/12/2025 *P10. Survey Type: (Describe) intensive *P11. Report Citation: (Cite survey report and other sources, or enter "none.") None found *Attachments: NONE Location Map ontinuation Sheet uilding, Structure, and Object Record Archaeological Record District Record Linear Feature Record Milling Station Record Rock Art Record Artifact Record Photograph Record  Other (List): P5a. Photograph or Drawing (Photograph required for buildings, structures, and objects.) ATTACHMENT 3 Page 40 DPR 523L (9/2013 State of California - The Resources Agency Primary# DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION HRI # Trinomial CONTINUATION SHEET Property Name: _______647 North Santa Cruz Avenue, Los Gatos, CA______________________________________________ *Recorded by:Bonnie Bamburg *Date 20 AUG 2025  Continuation Update Page ___2__ of ___23__ P3 continued The front porch extends across the front façade and has been enclosed with sliding windows. The porch is covered by the extended roof with exposed rafter tails. The east side has two tall wood-frame windows on each side of an alteration pop-out that is sheathed in wider horizontal boards. The pop-out has a shed roof with a wood-framed window beneath. A similar framed window is in the center of the wall. Other similar windows are close to the corners of the side facade. The east side has one paired-window toward the front and a single window close to the rear entry corner. The rear has also been altered by constructing an addition and extending the roof to cover it. A second entry is on the northwest corner. The house has beveled siding (clapboard) that appears to be redwood. The roof is a medium pitch with composition shingles and small vents close to the ridge line. It appears that the house has not been occupied for quite a while, and there is observable deterioration from a lack of maintenance. The landscaping consists of stones randomly spaced creating a walkway from the parking lot of the office building up to the house. There is no evidence of a formal landscape plan. The garage appears to have been constructed after the house but likely within the same decade as the house, however it is in a deteriorated condition. The basic pitched roof box-style 2-car garage has a double lift door and siding that is similar to the clapboard siding found on the house. The buildings are not a fine or exemplary example of the Craftsman style. Page 41 DPR 523L (9/2013 State of California - The Resources Agency Primary# DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION HRI # Trinomial CONTINUATION SHEET Property Name: _______647 North Santa Cruz Avenue, Los Gatos, CA______________________________________________ *Recorded by:Bonnie Bamburg *Date 20 AUG 2025  Continuation Update Page __3 of ___23 __ OFFICE BUILDING SE CORNER FRONT FACADE NE CORNER Page 42 DPR 523L (9/2013 State of California - The Resources Agency Primary# DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION HRI # Trinomial CONTINUATION SHEET Property Name: _______647 North Santa Cruz Avenue, Los Gatos, CA______________________________________________ *Recorded by:Bonnie Bamburg *Date 20 AUG 2025  Continuation Update Page __4___ of ___23__ HOUSE EAST FACADE NE CORNER NORTH SIDE Page 43 DPR 523L (9/2013 State of California - The Resources Agency Primary# DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION HRI # Trinomial CONTINUATION SHEET Property Name: _______647 North Santa Cruz Avenue, Los Gatos, CA______________________________________________ *Recorded by:Bonnie Bamburg *Date 20 AUG 2025  Continuation Update Page ___5__ of _____3 NW CORNER SW CORNER SOUTH SIDE Page 44 B10 continued DPR 523L (9/2013 State of California - The Resources Agency Primary# DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION HRI # Trinomial CONTINUATION SHEET Property Name: _____________________________________________________________________________________ Page ___6__ of ___23__*Resource Name or # (Assigned by recorder) *Recorded by:*Date Continuation  Update 647 651 AERIAL VIEW OF 651 AND 647 N. SANTA CRUZ BLVD, LOS GATOS N Page 45 B10 continued DPR 523L (9/2013 State of California - The Resources Agency Primary# DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION HRI # Trinomial CONTINUATION SHEET Property Name: _____________________________________________________________________________________ Page _7____ of __23___*Resource Name or # (Assigned by recorder) *Recorded by:*Date Continuation  Update Page 46 DPR 523B (9/2013) *Required information State of California  The Resources Agency Primary # DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION HRI# BUILDING, STRUCTURE, AND OBJECT RECORD 6Z * 8 Resource Name or # ( 647 & 651 N. Santa Cruz Ave. Los Gatos *NRHP Status Code Page 8 of 23 (This space reserved for official comments.) (Sketch Map with north arrow required.) B1. Historic Name: None B2. Common Name: Plaza Office Building B3. Original Use: Residential B4. Present Use: 651 Vacant; - 647 Office *B5. Architectural Style: 651 Craftsman; 647 Contemporary Commercial *B6. Construction History: (Construction date, alterations, and date of alterations) 647 N. Sant Cruz Ave. Office Bld. Constructed 1978 651 N. Santa Cruz Ave Residential. Constructed 1924 per Assessor Records; Alterations not documented *B7. Moved?No Yes Unknown Date: Original Location: *B8. Related Features: Mature trees on the site B9a. Architect: Unknown (house)b. Builder: Unknown (house) *B10. Significance: Theme NA Area Los Gatos N>ANA Period of Significance NA Property Type NA Applicable Criteria NA (Discuss importance in terms of historical or architectural context as defined by theme, period, and geographic scope. Also address integrity.) The property, including a 1924 house and a 1978 office building does not meet the criteria of the California Registers of Historical Resources and is not listed in a historic district in Los Gatos. The property is associated with the broad pattern of residential development in Los Gatos, but is not a significant example of the pattern. There is no association with a person of historical significance in Los Gatos and the architecture of the house is not a significant example of the Craftsman style. Due to the previous agriculture and construction on site, it is unlikely that important information from pre-history or the history of construction would be found. Background/context. The area that became the Town of Los Gatos was inhabited by a group of the Ohlone, Coastal Native Americans. The abundance of animals and native plants provided for year-round habitation that was enhanced by the temperate climate. Described as hunters and gathers, the population remained relatively constant for hundreds of years prior to (cont.) B11. Additional Resource Attributes: (List attributes and codes) none *B12. References: B13. Remarks: *B14. Evaluator: Bonnie Bamburg *Date of Evaluation: 15 AUG 2025 Page 47 *Recorded by: Irban Programmers *Date 8/12/2025 x Continuation Update DPR 523L (9/2013 State of California - The Resources Agency Primary# DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION HRI # Trinomial CONTINUATION SHEET Property Name: ___647 & 651 N. Santa Cruz Ave. :os Gatos__ Page _9___ of _23_ B 10 Significance continued the European explorers and Mission settlements.1 The Spanish Period The Portola Expedition of 1769 was when Captain Juan Gaspar de Portolá led a contingent of Spaniards on an exploration of the San Francisco Peninsula seeking the seaward entrance to the Bay. By 1777 a city was established at San Jose de Guadalupe to provide provisions for the presidio at San Francisco. Mission Santa Clara, established that same year, brought Europeans and western customs to the area. Although not located in the Los Gatos area, the mission drew from the native population, exposing them to disease and deprivation of the native lifestyle. Within a few years the native population had expired. The Mexican Era In 1821, the governance of California changed from the Spanish to the Mexican authority. During this period (1821-1848) the bestowing of large acreages for service to the governors was popular, and California was extensively divided by these “Ranchos”. In 1840, El Rancho Rinconada de Los Gatos2 was 6,631-acres granted by Governor Juan Alvarado to Jose Maria Hernandez and Sebastian Fabian Peralta. It appears that the only structure constructed thereon was an adobe house where Vasona Park is today.3 After California became a state in 1850, the land grant was patented to Sebastian Peralta and José Hernandez in 1860. The owners began selling portions of the land as settlers came to the area. An early entrepreneur was James Alexander Forbes (1805–1881), who purchased about 200 acres in 1853, whereupon he built Forbes Mill. The mill began operating in 1855, but Forbes went bankrupt in 1857. This misfortune was overshadowed by the many who found success in orchards or services for the growing Town of Los Gatos.4 During this era adobe buildings were popular with wood frame emerging as lumber was milled. Early Settlement Los Gatos was located along the corridors between San Jose (Santa Clara Valley) and Santa Cruz. Connecting railroads began as a service to logging and agriculture and grew to be important for travelers going between the cities of the Santa Clara Valley and both Santa Cruz and San Francisco. The town became a natural location for hotels to accommodate those traveling for business, and, because of its 1 Bruntz, George, History of Los Gatos, Pacific Group 1971 page 1 2 It appears the name was in recognition of the mountain lions that inhabited the area. 3 Bruntz, George, History of Los Gatos, Pacific Group 1971 page 3 4 Bruntz, George, History of Los Gatos, Pacific Group 1971 page 5 Page 48 *Recorded by: Irban Programmers *Date 8/12/2025 x Continuation Update DPR 523L (9/2013 State of California - The Resources Agency Primary# DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION HRI # Trinomial CONTINUATION SHEET Property Name: ___647 & 651 N. Santa Cruz Ave. :os Gatos__ Page __10 of _23_ natural beauty and climate, visitors who came for holiday as well. Some found the area offered opportunity for agriculture and as the lumber industry waned ,the cleared land was planted with fruit trees. Word spread of the pleasant living attracting new residents. During this era, buildings were constructed of stone, wood and brick. The styles were Victorian for commercial and residential buildings. BeckwithBuilding c.1893 Above is the Beckwith Building on Maun Street, 1893 First half of the Twentieth Century-1900-1940 Above and left are examples of Queen Anne Style Residences Page 49 *Recorded by: Irban Programmers *Date 8/12/2025 x Continuation Update DPR 523L (9/2013 State of California - The Resources Agency Primary# DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION HRI # Trinomial CONTINUATION SHEET Property Name: ___647 & 651 N. Santa Cruz Ave. :os Gatos__ Page __11_ of _23_ The new century was one of dramatic change in Los Gatos. At the turn of the century when the population was 1,952, the economy was primarily agriculture, orchards and vineyards, packing houses and wineries.5 Transportation remained essential as agriculture expanded and both new residents and visitors increased. The Southern Pacific train and interurban system of street cars and the private automobile were the primary modes of transportation. The private automobile allowed residential development to expand often filling the vacant parcels in subdivisions plated in the late 1800s or claiming orchard or small farms close to the center of town. By 1920 the population stood at 2,317 and ten years later the population had grown to 3,168. 6 Los Gatos developed with subdivisions of small cottages and a reputation as an arts colony. Musicians, artists and writers occupied many of the cottages well into the 1970s.While some became famous such as violinist Yehudi Menuhin and author John Steinbeck, many were symphony musicians, commercial artists and supporting actors.7 During this era, commercial buildings adopted the Spanish Colonial Revival style promoted by the Southern Pacific and “this became the California Style”. The Beckwith Building 1893, constructed in brick, was given a new sheathing of stucco with small eyebrows of red tile. After the 1989 Earthquake, the building was repaired removing the stucco and rehabilitating the original appearance. Residential architecture entered the era with late Victorian and Craftsman styles, with front facing gables and double gable, cross-gable, and side gable roofs. Elements of the styles include truncated porch supports, full height and with a base. Low or half porch walls, either solid or open, exposed framing with rafter tails showing, and brackets, decorative or structural. The exterior walls were a mix of materials, often rock lower walls and wood or shingles siding. The style was made more economical with stucco siding in the 1920s. These bungalows developed in a variety of styles from the Mediterranean area, with red tile roofs, and a more Indigenous Craftsman Style in many variations. The Bayview Historic District exhibits this residential pattern 5 Bruntz, George, History of Los Gatos, Pacific Group 1971 page25 6 Bay Area Census Data - https://census.bayareametro.gov/historical-data/1860-1940/los_gatos. Retrived 7/24/2025 7 Authors personal experience as a child visiting family friends. Page 50 *Recorded by: Irban Programmers *Date 8/12/2025 x Continuation Update DPR 523L (9/2013 State of California - The Resources Agency Primary# DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION HRI # Trinomial CONTINUATION SHEET Property Name: ___647 & 651 N. Santa Cruz Ave. :os Gatos__ Page __12 of _23 Examples of Craftsman Style homes from this era. Page 51 *Recorded by: Irban Programmers *Date 8/12/2025 x Continuation Update DPR 523L (9/2013 State of California - The Resources Agency Primary# DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION HRI # Trinomial CONTINUATION SHEET Property Name: ___647 & 651 N. Santa Cruz Ave. :os Gatos__ Page __1_3__ of _23 Mid to Late Twentieth Century-1941-1999 The era opens with WWII and the opportunity for the fruit growers and packers to receive federal grants to be sure there would be supplies to feed the military as well as the civilian population. This arrived as the growers and packers were facing a declining market and prices that did not support the industry. This cycle was due to several factors but the loss of European Axis countries as customers played heavily on the industry. By mid-century, the private automobile had replaced all but the Southern Pacific train. Los Gatos had changed from agriculture to a suburban residential community with small subdivisions accessed by hastily constructed roads. Access to the Town was from State Route 17 and State Route 9 (Los Gatos-Saratoga Road). Both were improved in the early 1950s, and State Route 17 continued to be widened after connecting the East Bay with Santa Cruz and the coast. Commercial development extended along Main Street and North Santa Cruz Avenue extending Bascom Avenue south into Los Gatos. An entrance from State Route 17provided access to more area of residential development and encouraged commercial development to also expand. By the 1960s housing prices in Los Gatos were rising and although it retained some of the artist environment the culture was moving toward employees of the technology industries. By the 1980s Los Gatos had become one of the wealthiest residential areas in Santa Clara County. Architectural styles for commercial buildings included tilt-up concrete panel buildings but the predominate was frame construction, wood or metal, with stucco or manufactured siding, Residential styles began with International but was after WWII Stylized Ranch and Millenium Mansions . Most residential buildings were wood-frame construction. The history of Los Gatos began with the lumbering industry followed by agriculture with orchards and processing. However, from the early years, aside from the economic drivers, Los Gatos experienced growth in residential development due to the climate and natural beauty of the area. Transportation improvements over the years encouraged part times residents into the 1960s when permanent residents were the growth.. 647-651 North Santa Cruz Avenue The parcel is part of the tract of Land deeded to W. A. Kerlin, by Deed dated August 31, 1924 and recorded in Book 171 of Official Records, Page 550. William Albert Kerlin was born in 1866 in Pennsylvania. Shortly after his birth the family moved west living in Illinois and Nebraska where he was educated in surveying, and in Illinois where he met and married Grace Belle Haws before settling in Los Page 52 *Recorded by: Irban Programmers *Date 8/12/2025 x Continuation Update DPR 523L (9/2013 State of California - The Resources Agency Primary# DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION HRI # Trinomial CONTINUATION SHEET Property Name: ___647 & 651 N. Santa Cruz Ave. :os Gatos__ Page __14___ of _23 Angeles about 1915. The 1920 US census shows 8William was a surveyor, and they have one son William Albert Jr., with the family living in Long Beach. In 1924 the family purchased land in Los Gatos and constructed a house and a garage that was on the property tax role in 1925. The 1926 Voter rolls for Santa Clara County show that William was a rancher(fruit) living at 651 N. Santa Cruz Ave in Los Gatos. This refers to the existing house on the subject property. The family owned fruit orchards in San Jose and elsewhere in the county. 9SanJose City directory foe 1932,10 lists William Sr., as the chairman of the County Survey, residence at 269 San Jose Avenue, in Redwood Township. William A. Kerlin passed away in 1935 and is buried in Forest Law, Glendale, California. The Kerlins are listed in the City Directories with several addresses over the years. The N. Santa Cruz property was a part-time residence, and it does not appear to have been rented. After her husband’s death Grace is listed as his widow living at 1264 Pine, San Jose.11 Grace Kerlin passed away in 1944. William Albert Kerlin, Jr. married and lived in San Jose when he and his wife registered to vote in 1938. After his father passed away, William Kerlin Jr. appears to have managed the property with his mother. After 1941 the house was rented outside the family. In 1942, the first year the address 467 is listed in the City Directory, the property was rented to Mrs. L.P. Felice. During the 1940s Louis Felice operated a shoe store on N. Santa Cruz Road. It appears they rented for one year. Although not recorded, it appears there were short time rentals for five years. The N. Santa Cruz property was sold by William A. Kerlin Jr. in 1946 to Lloyd Stryker Jr. and Minnie M., his wife. 12The Strykers were neighbors at 639 N. Santa Cruz Avenue where they raised poultry.13 The Strykers constructed a second and larger garage in the lare 1940s. This appears the time alterations were made to the house. In 1978, the garage was demolished, and a two-story office building was constructed on the property and addressed 647 N. Santa Cruz Avenue. The house was cut off with the only access through a solid wood fence at the end of the office building’s parking lot. A resident who did not wish to be identified stated the house was rented but thought it empty for years. The house has been vacant for quite a while. 8 IS Census 1920 Los Angeles CA 9 Santa Clara Assessor’s Records- William A. Kelin Santa Clara County Arvives. 10 R.L. Polk, San Jose City Directory, 1932 page 285 11 R.L.Polk City Directory for San Jose 1938-1942 12 Deed Stryker Jr. and Minnie M. November 20, 1946 13 Los Gatos City Directory,1922 R.L. Polk Publisher. Page 53 *Recorded by: Irban Programmers *Date 8/12/2025 x Continuation Update DPR 523L (9/2013 State of California - The Resources Agency Primary# DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION HRI # Trinomial CONTINUATION SHEET Property Name: ___647 & 651 N. Santa Cruz Ave. :os Gatos__ Page __15__ of _23 The owners and tenants of the property did not have a significant role in in the history of Los Gatos. The families had fruit trees on the property, and it appears most of the time the houses were rented outside the ownersfamilies. Owners and tenants after 1975 are not included because the threshold age for evaluating resources for the California Register of Historical Resources is 50 years unless there is extraordinary circumstances, which is not the case with this property.i Historical Evaluation Framework. The regulatory background outlined below offers criteria used to assess the historic significance and eligibility of a building, structure, object, site or district for listing in the National Register of Historic Places (NRHP) or the California Register of Historical Resources (CRHR) the criterias for both are very similar with the NRHP the more restrictive. Therefore, when a property is not eligible for listing in the CRHR, it would not be eligible for listing in the NRHP. . National Register of Historic Places The National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA) authorizes the Secretary of the Interior to expand and maintain the National Register of Historic Places. The National Register Criteria for Evaluation is composed of two factors. First, the property must be “associated with an important historic context.”14 Secondly, the resource must retain sufficient integrity to convey the reason for its significance. The National Register identifies four possible context types, of which at least one must be applicable at the national, state, or local level. As listed under Section 8, “Statement of Significance,” of the National Register of Historic Places Registration Form, these are: A.Property is associated with events that have made a significant contribution to the broad patterns of our history. B.Property is associated with the lives of persons significant in our past. C.Property embodies the distinctive characteristics of a type, period, or method of construction or represents the work of a master, or possesses high artistic values, or represents a significant and distinguishable entity whose components lack individual distinction. 14 U. S. Department of the Interior, National Park Service, National Register Bulletin: How to Apply the National Register Criteria for Evaluation, National Register Bulletin 15 (Washington, DC: Government Printing Office, 1997), 3. Page 54 *Recorded by: Irban Programmers *Date 8/12/2025 x Continuation Update DPR 523L (9/2013 State of California - The Resources Agency Primary# DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION HRI # Trinomial CONTINUATION SHEET Property Name: ___647 & 651 N. Santa Cruz Ave. :os Gatos__ Page __16__ of _23_ D.Property has yielded, or is likely to yield, information important to prehistory or history. While a property’s significance relates to its role within a specific historic context, its integrity refers to “a property’s physical features and how they relate to its significance.”15 To determine if a property retains the physical characteristics corresponding to its historic context, the National Register has identified seven aspects of integrity: Since integrity is based on a property’s significance within a specific historic context, an evaluation of a property’s integrity can only occur after historic significance has been established. The seven aspects re as follows; Location is the place where the historic property was constructed or the place where the historic event occurred. Design is the combination of elements that create the form, plan, space, structure, and style of a property. Setting is the physical environment of a historic property. Materials are the physical elements that were combined or deposited during a particular period of time and in a particular pattern or configuration to form a historic property. Workmanship is the physical evidence of the crafts of a particular culture or people during any given period in history or prehistory. Feeling is a property’s expression of the aesthetic or historic sense of a particular period of time. Association is the direct link between an important historic event or person and a historic property.16 California Register of Historical Resources The California Office of Historic Preservation’s Technical Assistance Series #6, California Register and National Register: A Comparison, outlines the differences between the federal and state processes. The context types to be used when establishing the significance of a property for listing on the California Register of Historical Resources are very similar, with emphasis on local and state significance. They are: 1.It is associated with events that have made a significant contribution to the broad patterns of local or regional history, or the cultural heritage of California 15 National Park Service, How to Apply the National Register Criteria for Evaluation, 44. 16 National Park Service, How to Apply the National Register Criteria for Evaluation, 44-45. Page 55 *Recorded by: Irban Programmers *Date 8/12/2025 x Continuation Update DPR 523L (9/2013 State of California - The Resources Agency Primary# DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION HRI # Trinomial CONTINUATION SHEET Property Name: ___647 & 651 N. Santa Cruz Ave. :os Gatos__ Page __17_ of 23 or the United States; or 2.It is associated with the lives of persons important to local, California, or national history; or 3.It embodies the distinctive characteristics of a type, period, or method of construction or represents the work of a master, or possesses high artistic values; or 4.It has yielded, or is likely to yield, information important to prehistory or history of the local area, California, or the nation.17 Like the NRHP, evaluation for eligibility to the CRHR requires an establishment of historic significance before integrity is considered. California’s integrity threshold is slightly lower than the federal level. As a result, some resources that are historically significant but do not meet NRHP integrity standards may be eligible for listing on the CRHR.17 For the purposes of CEQA (Guidelines Section 15064.5), the term “historical resources” shall include the following: 1.A resource listed in or determined to be eligible by the State Historical Resources Commission, for listing in the CRHR (Public Resources Code §5024.1, Title 14 CCR, Section 4850 et seq.). 2.A resource included in a local register of historical resources, as defined in Section 5020.1(k) of the Public Resources Code or identified as significant in a historical resource survey meeting the requirements of Section 5024.1(g) of the Public Resources Code, shall be presumed to be historically or culturally significant. Public agencies must treat any such resource as significant unless the preponderance of evidence demonstrates that it is not historically or culturally significant. 3.Any object, building, structure, site, area, place, record, or manuscript which a lead agency determines to be historically significant or significant in the architectural, engineering, scientific, economic, agricultural, educational, social, political, military, or cultural annals of California, may be considered to be a historical resource, provided the lead agency’s determination is supported by substantial evidence in light of the whole record. Generally, a resource shall be considered by the lead agency to be “historically significant” if the resource meets the criteria for listing in the CRHR (Public Resources Code Section 5024.1, Title 14 CCR, Section 4852) as follows: 17 State of California, Department of Parks and Recreation, Office of Historic Preservation, California Register and National Register: A Comparison, Technical Assistance Series 6 (Sacramento: California Department of Parks and Recreation, 2001), 1. Page 56 *Recorded by: Irban Programmers *Date 8/12/2025 x Continuation Update DPR 523L (9/2013 State of California - The Resources Agency Primary# DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION HRI # Trinomial CONTINUATION SHEET Property Name: ___647 & 651 N. Santa Cruz Ave. :os Gatos__ Page __18 of _23___ a)Is associated with events that have made a significant contribution to the broad patterns of California’s history and cultural heritage; b)Is associated with the lives of persons important in our past; c)Embodies the distinctive characteristics of a type, period, region, or method of construction, or represents the work of an important creative individual, or possesses high artistic values; or d)Has yielded, or may be likely to yield, information important in prehistory or history. (Guidelines for the California Environmental Quality Act) Under CEQA §15064.5, “generally, a project that follows the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties with Guidelines for Preserving, Rehabilitating, Restoring and Reconstructing Historic Buildings or the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for Rehabilitation with Guidelines for Rehabilitating Historic Buildings shall be considered as mitigated to a level of less than a significant impact on the historical resource.” Historical Resource Evaluation of 647 & 651 N. Santa Cruz Abenue, Los Gatos To evaluate a property for historical significance, it is necessary to place it in context to define the period of significance and identify the important items for the property. The primary context in which to evaluate the 651 N. Santa Cruz Avenue, is Residential Development and the Craftsman style of Architecture. In Los Gatos 1924-1940. Context Summary. The house at 651 N. Santa Cruz Avenue was constructed in 1924 for ther William A. Kerlin family who had moved d to Los Gatos from Los Angeles. Willia was a surveyor who also purchased orchard land in Santa Clara County. The house and a garage remained in the family until about 1940, although it appears to have been a vacation home. After a brief period of renting the property, it was sold to Lloyd Stryker Jr. and his wife Minnie. This family raised poultry, although it was not listed in the County Assessors’ records for this property. . The historical context is as a single-family residence . The architecture is a modest Craftsman style, that was likely constructed by a local carpenter/ builder with direction for the owner . Page 57 *Recorded by: Irban Programmers *Date 8/12/2025 x Continuation Update DPR 523L (9/2013 State of California - The Resources Agency Primary# DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION HRI # Trinomial CONTINUATION SHEET Property Name: ___647 & 651 N. Santa Cruz Ave. :os Gatos__ Page _19_of _23_ National Register of Historic Places Criteria Evaluation a.Property is associated with events that have made a significant contribution to the broad patterns of our history. The single-family house and garage. Are a very small part of a very large pattern of residential development in Los Gatos during the 1920s, . However, this property is not a significant example of this large pattern. Thus, the buildings are not significant under National Register Criterion A. B. Property is associated with the lives of persons significant in our past. The property at 651 N. Santa Cruz Avenue, does not have an association with individuals who are significant in the history of Los Gatos, The owners of the property who had the house and garage constructed , lived in the house a short time before moving, although they retained the property for part-time use. The second owners were residents until it was developed with an office building in 1978. Research did not find an important association with the owners and the history of L:os Gatos,. Therefore, the property it is not significant under National Register Criterion B. . C. Property embodies the distinctive characteristics of a type, period, or method of construction or represents the work of a master, or possesses high artistic values, or represents a significant and distinguishable entity whose components lack individual distinction. The modest Craftsman style house is onstrycted with a wood frame and siding. Elements of the style are the natural material and exposed rafter tails of the eaves. The side-facing building has been altered to enclose the front porch and create additions and a modified entrance in the rear. Compared to the very fine examples of Craftsman style homes found in Los Gatos, this house is not an important example of the style. D. Property has yielded, or is likely to yield, information important to prehistory or history. It is unlikely that important information about building construction, materials or methods would be found in the wood frame house since it is considered common construction. It is also unlikely information important in pre-history would be found on the site due to the disturbance of native spils, however an archaeological survey was not part of this stdy. Conclusion. The property is not significant under National Register Criteria A, B, C or D thus it is not Page 58 *Recorded by: Irban Programmers *Date 8/12/2025 x Continuation Update DPR 523L (9/2013 State of California - The Resources Agency Primary# DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION HRI # Trinomial CONTINUATION SHEET Property Name: ___647 & 651 N. Santa Cruz Ave. :os Gatos__ Page __201__23_ eligible for the National Register. California Register of Historical Resources Criteria for Evaluation 1.It is associated with events that have made a significant contribution to the broad patterns of local or regional history, or the cultural heritage of California or the United State’ The single-family house and garage. Are a very small part of a very large pattern of residential development in Los Gatos during the 1920s, . However, this property is not a significant example of this large pattern. Thus, the Thus, the buildings are not significant under California Register Criterion 1. 2.It is associated with the lives of persons important to local, California, or national history. The property at 651 N. Santa Cruz Avenue, does not have an association with individuals who are significant in the history of Los Gatos, The owners of the property who had the house and garage constructed , lived in the house a short time before moving, although they retained the property for part-time use. The second owners were residents until it was developed with an office building in 1978. Research did not find an important association with the owners and the history of Los Gatos,. Therefore, the property it is not significant under The California Register of Gistorical Resources ccriterion 2Criterion B. . 3.It embodies the distinctive characteristics of a type, period, or method of construction or represents the work of a master or possesses high artistic values. The modest Craftsman style house is onstrycted with a wood frame and siding. Elements of the style are the natural material and exposed rafter tails of the eaves. The side-facing building has been altered to enclose the front porch and create additions and a modified entrance in the rear. Compared to the very fine examples of Craftsman style homes found in Los Gatos,.this house is not an important example of the this style. The house and garage at 651 N. Santa Cruz Avenue are modest vernacular versions of the Craftsman style. the house is a rectangular form with the front facing N. Santa Cruz Avenue. This facade has been altered by enclosing it with sliding windows above a half wall. The main entrance appears to have been relocated to the modified rear façade where the roof was extended and columns of a Colonial Revival style were added as porch supports. The housed is not a r artistic rendition of the style. The property does not meet the Caalifiornia Register of Historical Resources criterion 3. 4.It has yielded, or is likely to yield, information important to prehistory or history of the Page 59 *Recorded by: Irban Programmers *Date 8/12/2025 x Continuation Update DPR 523L (9/2013 State of California - The Resources Agency Primary# DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION HRI # Trinomial CONTINUATION SHEET Property Name: ___647 & 651 N. Santa Cruz Ave. :os Gatos__ Page __22of _21___ local area, California, or the nation. 5. The property has been disturbed by trees and construction of three building’s foundation and driveways, It is unlikely that important information about construction of the buildings or pre-history would be found on this parcel. However, an archaeological survey was not conducted as part of this study. Conclusion: When compared to the criteria of the California Register of Historical Resources it is determined that the property at 651 N. Santa Cruz Avenue does not meet the criteria and is not eligible for listing. The office building at 46 N. Santa Cruz Avenue is not 50 years old and does not meet the threshold age to be considered a historical resource. Local Register The Town of Los Gatos does not maintain a historical register or list of designated properties, therefore there are no regulations, guidelines or criteria for evaluating the significance of properties on a local level. SIMMARY FINSINGS. The property at 647 &651 N. Santa Cruz Avenue is not within a historic district in Los Gatos. Compared to federal and state registers, the property does not meet the criteria of the National Register of Historic Places nor the California Register of Historical Resources and is not an historic resource under the definition in the California Environmental Quality Act. Sourced Consulted or referenced. Repositories searchd Los Gatos Library, City Directories, newspapers Santa Clara County Assessor’s records Santa Clara county Rcorders; Records, Deeds shown in the text and footnotes Ancestrt-.com US Census, City Directories and maps. Bruntz, George, History of Los Gatos, Western Tanager Press, 1983 page 89 McCaleb, Charles S, Tracks, Tiers and Wires, Interurban Press 1981 McAllister Virginia Savage, A Feld Guide to American Hoses, Te definitive Guide to Ientifying and Understanding America’s Domestic Architecture, A.A. Knoff, NNew York r,NY,2018, Page 60 *Recorded by: Irban Programmers *Date 8/12/2025 x Continuation Update DPR 523L (9/2013 State of California - The Resources Agency Primary# DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION HRI # Trinomial CONTINUATION SHEET Property Name: ___647 & 651 N. Santa Cruz Ave. :os Gatos__ Page __23of _23_ Deeds Deed Kirlin-dated August 31, 1924 and recorded in Book 171 of Official Records, Page 550. Deed Stryker Jr. and Minnie M. November 20, 1946 (retrieved from the internet July 20, 2025) Page 61 ATTACHMENT 4Page 62 Page 63 PREPARED BY: Samina Merchant 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: 11/19/2025 ITEM NO: 5 DATE: November 14, 2025 TO: Historic Preservation Committee FROM: Joel Paulson, Community Development Director SUBJECT: Consider a Request for Approval to Construct an Addition and Exterior Alterations to an Existing Pre-1941 Single-Family Residence on Property Zoned R-1D. Located at 245 Los Gatos Boulevard. APN 529-24-024. Request for Review Application PHST-25-023. Exempt Pursuant to CEQA Guidelines, Section 15301: Existing Facilities. Property Owner: Michael Phung. Applicant: Andres Johnson. Project Planner: Samina Merchant. RECOMMENDATION: Consider a request for approval to construct an addition and exterior alterations to an existing pre-1941 single-family residence on property zoned R-1D, located at 245 Los Gatos Boulevard. PROPERTY DETAILS: 1. Date primary structure was built: 1924 per County Assessor’s Database; 1920s per Anne Bloomfield Survey 2. Bloomfield Preliminary Rating: “+” Historic and intact or worthy of special note 3. Does the property have an LHP Overlay? No 4. Is the structure in a historic district? No 5. If yes, is it a contributor? N/A 6. Findings required? No 7. Considerations required? Yes BACKGROUND: The subject property is located on the west side of Los Gatos Boulevard, north of the intersection at Simons Way. The County Assessor reports that the residence was constructed in 1924. The 1990 Anne Bloomfield Survey describes the residence as being built in a Bungalow style with an estimated construction date of the 1920s (Attachment 1). The Bloomfield Survey rates the residence as historic and intact or worthy of special note. The Sanborn Fire Insurance Maps do not provide coverage for the property until 1928. The footprint of the residence remains consistent between the 1928 and the 1956 maps Page 64 PAGE 2 OF 3 SUBJECT: 245 Los Gatos Boulevard/ PHST-25-023 DATE: November 14, 2025 (Attachment 2). Town records include a 2022 Building Permit for the demolition of unpermitted and permitted areas, construction of a new addition, and exterior remodel (Attachment 3). DISCUSSION: The applicant provided a Letter of Justification for the proposed project and photos of the existing residence (Attachments 4 and 5). The applicant requests review and a recommendation of approval by the Committee for the proposed single-story additions and exterior alterations to the existing home (Attachment 7). The project proposes a 135-square-foot addition to the existing one-story residence. The addition is positioned along the side elevation, set back from the front façade, and screened by existing landscaping and fencing to minimize visibility from the street. Exterior materials will match the current home’s white stucco finish. The proposed windows are double-hung, prairie-style to match the proportions, muntin patterns, and trim details of the existing windows. 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: __X__ For pre-1941 structures, the proposed work will neither adversely affect the exterior architectural characteristics or other features of the property which is the subject of the application. B. Residential Design Guidelines Sections 3.9, 4.8.3, and 4.8.4 of the Town’s Residential Design Guidelines provide recommendations for additions to existing residences, as well as for the design and placement of windows and doors located in Historic Districts and/or on historic properties (Attachment 6). CONCLUSION: The applicant is requesting approval to construct an addition and exterior alterations to an existing pre-1941 single-family residence on property zoned R-1D. Should the Committee find Page 65 PAGE 3 OF 3 SUBJECT: 245 Los Gatos Boulevard/ PHST-25-023 DATE: November 14, 2025 merit in the request, a recommendation of approval would be forwarded to the Community Development Director. The application would continue through the Building Permit process and would not return to the Committee. ATTACHMENTS: 1. 1990 Anne Bloomfield Survey 2. Sanborn Fire Maps 3. Town Building Permit Record 4. Letter of Justification 5. Photographs 6. Section 3.9, 4.8.3, and 4.8.4 Residential Design Guidelines 7. Development Plans Page 66 This Page Intentionally Left Blank Page 67 dfnnE.. !Bfoom(u.fd ARCHITECTURAL/CULTURAL SURVEY LOS GATOS RESEARCH File address c/ /./s-~; G;c '7C) $ 6/ PARCEL MAP INFORMATION Parcel # ~~ ~ ~ 1 Ltl'r.rJ. .(/ ~~------~-=~~------------Lot size: fr ont ft. x ARCHITECTURAL HISTORY (4151 922·1 063 2229 WEBSTER STREET SAN FRANCISCO. CA 941 15 ft. deep Lo t shape: Rectangle~ L ___ Rectangle with small rear jog ___ Other ______________________ _ Location: N s E W; side of '-G-St Ave Other l5 ----------------------------- distance to cross st: £" 1 3.S ft. N S / E w at NE NW SE sw corner of __________________ __ HISTORIC INFORMATION ON PARCEL MAP Old tract or subdivision name tJ..r-t'.e-~ b}J. Old Block # Old lot # ------------------- FIELD SURVEY INFORMATION (handwrit ten in red) P-reliminary rating t= Estimated age /"7~ 0 _ Style __ ?_."--'-"......,.....--'-----------# storie~ Alterations /" -~~----------------------------------------------------------------------- ~OUNTY ASSESSOR--PROPERTY CHARACTERISTICS (paste on copy) 7 55' C. EFFective date /.;:;:; -B7 lu 'MJLT TRA USE COO£ rii!IJJLT HOJ ~~ ~. ACHS 1,lS2 OWNERSHIP SHOWN ON MAPS Source Source Source Location of property , Name Date ---Page Old ·tract/block/lot 1891 Blk Book 1908 Survey 1944 MISCELLANEOUS or National Register listed date _________________ __ County Inventory 1979 ____________ ~~--~~----- Town of Los Gatos: Designation ____ Recognition __ District Name ~--------------------------- Previous Survey ~ ----------------------------.~hh~r~· n~op # .illustrat]nn na~e # :2¥5"' L~ -IT EVALUJ.TION 'bite / :lP-~ 7~"' '::Ill ) "Alterations: MoYed_ Contributor~ W.ed_ Porc:D ac:l_ ~~~-:---District Non-coru:rib Addition_ Siding__ Earliest laaown ~; -Windows Condition Ovner~ Re•1clentX.: .J6¥£1,.;E/r3 Wprf>/~/ Deaigne;;-8 b d-~: -L 19~4---- Lot Size --- I I OJIU II& aoo.t FMJ f 110011 1. vmtrr Owner Name I PHOTOS: Roll/frame # "'2//;J;:? I Date ~ '/P ATTACHMENT 1Page 68 I?UBLISBBD MDilWC&M.SII'l'S dfnne P" ?m{iefd ARCHITECTl.J,,.&. SURVEY BUILDING RESEARCH sourcet _Ad _Bulletin __ CA&BH __ call __ chron __ DPB _BcLAB __ ax _llewa _PCA Other ARCHITECTURAL HIS TORY 11 51 9 22-1063 222S lS TER STREET S AN FRAN.._,:;co. CA 941 15 VolWM Date · Page __ _ Nature of announcement: __ contract notice __ Notice of completion __ BP i•aued __ Photo __ Elev/sketch/rend'g ___ Ploor plan ___ Arch't/cont'r pub __ Real est. Copy exactly1 ~ Builder/Contractor AJ:chitect/Enginttr Location Nature of work £211 BUILDING PERMITS ;ource1 Permit {eqiater Pr••• Address requ~sted. _________________________ ___ , -Application Date lela., or . . . Number ·-----Location £2.11 OTHER SOURCE (specify thoroughly) SANBORH MAPS Color: Vac. yel, pnk, or orange Patches Vol/ dif. blu,gry Yea/ No. of ~ ~ bldg Address reen .....!!!.!-No atorie! 19:; '.:-nP ~ ~ lfcJ?: 16 --; .i r-:; ~ l, --..,) f-.·5> ?-a~S..J "C..-/'/ /11-'tf rr ,1.1_ J1 t-1 # -:;.o Un/ Bui~der/ Arch't/ lfo. of " contr. & engin'r Owner llDi1L address address & address Description No. of Height bay 'PoRe .. ...lli....l window! Differences from today in1 ~ Stories Footprint -;z.- Initials Date of work Bldg's width/ I depth height Exterior Material• ~itiala date Initials Date Date of Describe or sketch constr. plan ~_] j .___ Page 69 dfnn£· !Bfoom(i.Lld UCHITBC~~~~ SURVBY RAMI! RBI!IBARCH ARCHITECTURAL HISTORY 141 Sl 922·1 063 2229 WEBSTER STREET SAN FRANCISCO. CA 941 1 S ~(~H~,b~~~g.~~inthn,e~)--------------------------------- '\ddresses associated with ~~~ame._.:;;;~;.....4~.£::;;........;L:;;;;.;..:::~;:;;....;E;:;. ____________________________ _ ..celevant dates: eonstr~~tion. ___ • birth. ___ • daath. ___ • other __________ _ I. DIIl!CTORY SBARCH (City Dinetoriee, COUDty Dlreetoriea, TelepnoMI Booka, aoc:iety directoriea, ate.) Liatin"' l......,.v ... ~t ... aw•_..,-aa shown• use • for boldfaeel ~Book f?;?. NaJM/Claaaified RaatHna ~pi f~ I !:U;v Sa .... J~ ;:;t~s )/J&J ,t /i 6 /e/ ~]) "--1"'1 .., wt!J r--:, ~~ J&5 #' cE"'/;z) r:~~ oc.ZJ h ::Z.L/6 s..v .... _j f {iN title date BIOGRAPHICAL SIARCR, indexea 6 other alphabetical lietinge. llark 'X' Unfd .or •J• (aothiD9 f~) et each eouroe you try. Liat UndblcJa below. Los Gatos Library: City directories (name .& street index) ~Historic Collection Index (green boxes) Thompson & West, 1876 (bio index) ---Pen Pictures, 1888 (bio index) California History Center, De Anza College: ___ Biographical file Photo collection ---Sunshine Fruit & Flowers, 1895 (bio index) ---Guinn, 1904 (bio index) Sawyer, 1922 (bio index) ~ Extended index to Bruntz _r_Blo index of Nunr:oe Frazer, ___ Photo collection (2 boxes) Los Gatos Museum (Forbes Mill): San Jose Historical Museum: ___ Great Registers (of voters) Indexes Photo collection 1881 (Survey box) Other sources: ___ Death records by year ___ Funeral records (index ____ Indexes, California Historical t::uarterly State Library Information Index (fiche) ---State Library-S.F. Newspaper Index (") cards to big books_) __ _ Photo collection III. LIST ALL ll!FEJU!!HCES FROM ABOVE. Find tham. Copy good material 6 attach. Or copy below if only a few worda. Or explain why not relevant (as, wrong ~raon). L:7 Continued on Reverse Page 70 cflnne 93foom{£E.fd ARCHITECTURAL SURVEY ASSESSMENT ROLL RESEARCH File Address d~~-L~B Tract/Block/Lot J? :;( r lie r-1 j .,;.;--Jtj pr-e-.. .,.., ~ ARCH I TEC . .(AL HISTORY 141 5) 922-1 063 29 WEBSTER STREET RANCISCO. CA 9411 5 22 SAN F Assessments are filed by last name of property owner, but not necessarily in alphabetical order . Some years there is an alue of every year index inside the volume or in a separate book. The goal of a search is to find the years when the assessed v "improvements" (buildings) changed from 0 to over $500, or when that figure rose by $500 or mroe. Write down and name you try, including the years when you find nothing. Ditto marks are fine. -----Lot Identification or Boundaries----------Assessment for-- Tract or Block or Lot # or Improve- Date Page Name Acres N Bdy E Bdy S Bdy W Bdy Land ments Other --Info. !qJ(p lo 4 _J r-..-.-~~/~ 8a~fletf Lf $..2~-$ - I 9..9u I 1 /7 r7 4 6~S" - I /1.n1t1ais date Page 71 1928 ATTACHMENT 2 Page 72 1944Page 73 1956Page 74 This Page Intentionally Left Blank Page 75 Page 76 Page 77 Page 78 Page 79 Page 80 Page 81 Page 82 This Page Intentionally Left Blank Page 83 dwelling labdesign@dwelling-lab.comdwelling-lab.com(312) 952-9680 w. dwelling-lab.com | e. design@dwelling-lab.com | p. 312.952.9680 | a. 21 El Caminito, Walnut Creek, CA 94598 Sincerely, Neil Ginty Founder & Principal Architect M.A., B.Arch, NCARB, Registered Architect November 3, 2025 To: Town of Los Gatos Historical Preservation Committee 110 E. Main Street Los Gatos, CA 95030 Subject: Justification Letter for Proposed Side Addition – 245 Los Gatos Dear Members of the Historical Preservation Committee, I am writing to request review and approval for a proposed side addition to the existing residential dwelling located at 245 Los Gatos. The intent of this addition is to provide functional interior space while maintaining full respect for the architectural integrity and historic character of the property and surrounding neighborhood. The proposed side addition has been carefully designed to be unobtrusive and minimally visible from the street. The addition is positioned along the side elevation, set back from the front façade and screened by existing landscaping and site features, ensuring that the historic streetscape view remains unchanged. Architecturally, the design of the addition is fully compatible with the existing residence. The exterior materials will match the current home’s white stucco finish, maintaining a seamless visual transition between the original structure and the new construction. The windows will be double-hung, prairie-style units, selected to replicate the proportions, muntin patterns, and trim details of the existing windows. These measures ensure the addition remains consistent with the historic aesthetic of the home and the broader character of the neighborhood. In summary, this proposed side addition: - Preserves the historic street-facing appearance of the property; - Uses materials and design features that harmonize with the existing structure; - Provides a modest and respectful enhancement that supports modern residential needs while maintaining architectural continuity. We respectfully request the Committee’s consideration and approval of this proposed design. We are committed to preserving the architectural heritage of Los Gatos and ensuring that this project contributes positively to the historic fabric of the historic fabric of the community. Thank you for your time and consideration. Please let me know if additional documentation, renderings, or material samples would be helpful in your review. Page 84 This Page Intentionally Left Blank Page 85 Existing Residence Photographs Front (East) Page 86 Existing Residence Photographs Side (South) Page 87 Existing Residence Photographs Rear Page 88 Existing Residence Photographs Side (North side looking towards east) Page 89 Existing Residence Photographs Side (North side looking towards east) Page 90 Residential Design Guidelines 33 Town of Los Gatos BUILDING DESIGN3 3.8.3 Use traditional detailing •Treat openings in walls as though they were constructed of the traditional material for the style. For example, be sure to provide substantial wall space above arches in stucco and stone walls. Traditionally, wall space above the arch would have been necessary to structurally span the opening, and to make the space too small is inconsistent with the archi- tectural style. •Openings in walls faced with stone, real or synthetic, should have defined lintels above the opening except in Mission or Spanish Eclectic styles. Lintels may be stone, brick or wood as suits the style of the house. •Treat synthetic materials as though they were authentic. For example, select synthetic stone patterns that place the individual stones in a horizontal plane as they would have been in a load bearing masonry wall. •Select roof materials that are consistent with the traditional architectural style (e.g., avoid concrete roof tiles on a Crafts- man Style house.) 3.8.4 Materials changes •Make materials and color changes at inside corners rather than outside corners to avoid a pasted on look. 3.9 ADDITIONS/ACCESSORY BUILDINGS/SECONDARY UNITS •Site additions in the least conspicuous place. In many cases this is a rear or side elevation - only rarely is it a rooftop. •The existing built forms, components and materials should be reinforced. Heights and proportions of additions and alterations should be consistent with and continue the original architectural style and design. •Additions should be subordinate, and compatible in scale and proportion to the historically significant portions of the existing structure. •When an addition or remodel requires the use of newly constructed exterior elements, they should be identical in size, dimension, shape and location as the original, and Use stone or wood lintels over openings in stone walls Additions, accessory buildings and secondary units should match the form, architectural style, and details of the original house ATTACHMENT 7 Page 91 Residential Design Guidelines34 Town of Los Gatos BUILDING DESIGN3 should utilize the same materials as the existing protected exterior elements. •When an addition necessitates the removal of architectural materials, such as siding, windows, doors, and decorative elements, they should be carefully removed and reused in the addition where possible. •The introduction of window and door openings not char- acteristic in proportion, scale, or style with the original architecture is strongly discouraged (e.g., sliding windows or doors in a structure characterized by double hung windows and swinging doors). •The character of any addition or alteration should be in keeping with and subordinate to the integrity of the original structure. •The amount of foundation exposed on the addition should match that of the original building. •Do not add roof top additions where the roof is of historic significance. •Second floor additions are discouraged in neighborhoods with largely one story homes. If horizontal expansion of the house is not possible, consider incorporating a second floor addition within the roof form as shown in the example to the left. •Second floor additions which are not embedded within the roof form should be located to the rear of the structure. •The height and proportion of an addition or a second story should not dominate the original structure. •Deck additions should be placed to the rear of the struc- ture only, and should be subordinate in terms of scale and detailing. •New outbuildings, such as garages, should be clearly subor- dinate to the main structure in massing, and should utilize forms, materials and details which are similar to the main structure. •Garages should generally be located to the rear of the lot behind the rear wall of the residence. One car wide access driveways should be utilized. Original structure Addition incorporated into the roof successfully adds space while respecting the integrity of the existing house and the scale of the neighborhood Placing a two story addition to the rear can minimize its impact on the historic resource and the scale of the neighborhood Page 92 Residential Design Guidelines48 Town of Los Gatos HISTORIC RESOURCES4 •New materials should identically match original materials in shape, size, dimension, texture and pattern. Metal used as flashing, screening, gutters, and utility services and other traditional elements are acceptable. •Composite, synthetic, metal, vinyl, plastic or fabricated/ imitation wood products, painted brick or imitation used brick will generally not be approved. However, some ex- ceptions may be made on a case-by-case basis when the decision making body determines that the replacement is consistent with the appearance of the original material, and that a lay person would be unlikely to discern the difference. The burden of proof will reside with the applicant. Mate- rial samples, photographs and specific locations where the material may be seen in use will all assist in the evaluation of alternative materials. •The decision making body may approve an acceptable alter- native to the original building material if use of the original material is not feasible due to unreasonable cost and com- mercial availability, or health and safety considerations. 4.8.3 Doors •Original doors should be retained and restored. •New replacement doors for Victorians should not be flush, but of raised or flat panel design. •Front doors generally should be painted, not stained. Not applicable to Mission Revival/Mediterranean style structures. •Screened doors should be real wood framed of simple de- sign unless patterns can be shown to fit the existing style. 4.8.4 Windows and Glass in doors •Original windows, glass and window decorations should be retained and restored. •Replacement of only the deteriorated portions of the win- dows is recommended rather than the replacement of the entire window. •New or replacement windows should be wood-sashed and muntined if applicable. •Sills, lintels, frames, sashes, muntins, and all decorations should be identically replaced. •All elements of new windows should be identical in size, shape, proportion, and dimensions as the original windows of the building, or consistent with traditional sizes, propor- tions and dimensions of buildings of the same architectural style, design and era. •Windows should be constructed of real glass, and window Simulated divided lite windows may be considered on a case-by-case basis True divided lite windows are encouraged when appropriate to the original structure Original doors and windows should be retained and repaired Page 93 Residential Design Guidelines 49 Town of Los Gatos HISTORIC RESOURCES4 frames should be constructed of real wood - not vinyl, metal or plastic. Wood sashes may be vinyl or metal clad if the window frame and dressing is designed consistent with the historic context of the building. • All lites (panes of glass) should be true divided lite, not artificial or snap-in grids. Simulated Divided Lite windows are permitted when the details of the window provide projecting muntin elements on the exterior and interior of the window along with a spacer muntin between the panes of glass (See example to the left). • New arched, angled, and/or octagonal windows are discour- aged. • Large expanses of blank exterior walls without windows are discouraged. 4.8.5 Bay Windows • Size, shape, proportion, dimension, type of foundation, and, roof material and style of bay windows, whether restored or of new construction, should be identical to the original or existing bay windows of the structure. • New bay windows may be added to the building in loca- tions where no bay windows previously existed. These new bay windows should be identical to and replicate the style, design, size, shape and proportion, type of foundation and roof of other bay windows existing on structure. If there are no existing bay windows on the structure, new bay windows should be built in the same size, shape, dimension, propor- tions, material and type of foundation and roof typical of the architectural style. Metal frame kitchen garden windows are prohibited. • Generally, traditional architectural styles will require either a foundation to the ground or substantial supporting brackets below a bay window. Floating windows without support, as shown for the bow bay window example to the right, are rarely appropriate. • New bay windows are permitted only when the applicant proves to the Deciding Body that they are consistent with existing style, design and character of the structure. 4.8.6 Chimneys • Wood-framed chimneys are prohibited unless their exteri- ors are covered with brick or river rock veneers. Masonry veneers may be used. However, they should be detailed exactly as the solid construction that they are emulating. • Stucco Mission Revival or Mediterranean style houses may have stucco covered chimneys. Match bay windows to the architectural style of the house Some window styles, such as this bow bay window, would have very limited applicability for use on a historic resource structure Wood clad chimneys are prohibited Masonry and stucco chimneys are preferred Page 94 ABBREVIATIONS & AND @ AT A.B. ANCHOR BOLT A.C. AIR CONDITIONING ACOUST. ACOUSTICAL A.C.T. ACOUSTICAL CEILING TILE A.D. AREA DRAIN A.F.F. ABOVE FINISHED FLOOR ALUM. ALUMINUM ARCH. ARCHITECT OR ARCHITECTURAL BLKG. BLOCKING B.P. BUILDING PAPER B.O. BOTTOM OF CAB. CABINET CATV CABLE TELEVISION C.C. CENTER TO CENTER C.I.P. CAST-IN-PLACE C.J. CONTROL JOINT C.L. CENTER LINE CLG. CEILING CLR. CLEAR C.O. CLEAN OUT CONC. CONCRETE DEMO. DEMOLITION OR DEMOLISH DEPT. DEPARTMENT DIA. DIAMETER DIM. DIMENSION D.W. DISHWASHER DWG(S). DRAWING(S) (E) EXISTING EA. EACH E.B. EXPANSION BOLT ELEC. ELECTRICAL ELEV. ELEVATION E.O.S. EDGE OF SLAB EQ. EQUAL SPEC. SPECIFICATION (S) SQ. SQUARE S.T.C. SOUND TRANSMISSION COEFFICIENT STD. STANDARD(S) STL. STEEL TB. TOWEL BAR T.B.D. TO BE DETERMINED T & G TONGUE AND GROOVE THR. THRESHOLD T.O. TOP OF T.O.B. TOP OF BEAM T.O.P. TOP OF PAVING T.O.S. TOP OF SLAB T.O.STL. TOP OF STEEL T.V. TELEVISION TYP. TYPICAL V.B. VAPOR BARRIER VERT. VERTICAL V.I.F. VERIFY IN FIELD W/ WITH W.C. WATER CLOSET WD. WOOD W/D WASHER/DRYER WH. WATER HEATER W/O WITHOUT WP. WATERPROOF / WEATHERPROOF WT. WEIGHT YD. YARD H.B. HOSE BIB H.D. HOLD DOWN HT. HEIGHT HTG. HEATING HVAC HEATING, VENTILATION & AIR CONDITIONING H.W. HOT WATER IN. INCH(ES) LAV. LAVATORY LBS. POUNDS L.F. LINEAR FOOT L.V.T. LUXURY VINYL TILE F.A.U. FORCED AIR UNIT F.C.U. FAN COIL UNIT F.D. FLOOR DRAIN F.F. FINISH FLOOR FIN. FINISH OR FINISHED FLR. FLOOR FT. FOOT / FEET FTG. FOOTING G. GAS GA. GAUGE G.C. GENERAL CONTRATOR GFCI GROUND FAULT CIRCUIT INTERRUPTER G.L. GRIDLINE G.W.B. GYPSUM WALL BOARD GYP. GYPSUM MACH. MACHINE MANUF. MANUFACTURER MAX. MAXIMUM M.B. MACHINE BOLT MDF MEDIUM DENSITY FIBERBOARD M.E.P. MECHANICAL/ELECTRICAL/PLUMBING MEMB. MEMBRANE MIN. MINIMUM MIR. MIRROR MISC. MISCELLANEOUS MTL. METAL MW. MICROWAVE (N) NEW N/A NOT APPLICABLE O/ OVER O.C. ON CENTER PLYWD. PLYWOOD PLUMB. PLUMBING P.S.F. POUNDS PER SQUARE FOOT P.S.I. POUNDS PER SQUARE INCH P.T. PRESSURE TREATED P.V.C. POLY VINYL CHLORIDE PIPE R.C.P. REFLECTED CEILING PLAN REQ'D REQUIRED RET. RETAIN / RETAINING REV. REVISION S.C. SOLID CORE SIM. SIMILAR DRAWING INDEXSYMBOLS ROOM NAME 101 Name Elevation 1 1 A101 A A A A A101 1 1 A1.01 88 1 A1.01 ROOM NAME & NUMBER WINDOW NUMBER DOOR NUMBER ELEV. HT. REFERENCE NORTH ARROW MATERIAL TAG REVISION INTERIOR ELEVATION DETAIL REFERENCE ELEVATION REFERENCE SECTION REFERENCE ASSEMBLY TYPE REFERENCE DETAIL CALLOUT PROJECT NORTH TRUE NORTH 999 A101 1 SIM XX-00 ROOM NUMBER DOOR NUMBER (SEQUENTIAL) SITE INFORMATION ADDRESS: 245 LOS GATOS BLVD, LOS GATOS, CA 95030 APN: 529 24 024 CLIMATE ZONE: 3 SEISMIC DESIGN CATEGORY: (D0, D1, D2) MINOR RESIDENTIAL APPLICATION: MR-25-011 SCOPE OF WORK: 1ST FLOOR REMODEL AND SIDE ADDITION OF AN EXISTING SINGLE FAMILY DWELLING INCLUDING BATHROOM, KITCHEN, AND ASSOCIATE PLUMBING AND ELECTRICAL WORKS. PROJECT DATA ZONING DATA YEAR BUILT: 1924 ASSESSOR'S PARCEL NUMBER (BLOCK/LOT): 24 PLANNING DISTRICT: NEIGHBORHOOD (PLANNING): ZONE: R1-D HEIGHT & BULK: APPLICABLE CODES: 2022 CALIFORNIA BUILDING CODE 2022 CALIFORNIA RESIDENTIAL CODE 2022 CALIFORNIA PLUMBING CODE 2022 CALIFORNIA MECHANICAL CODE 2022 CALIFORNIA ELECTRICAL CODE 2022 CALIFORNIA FIRE CODE NATIONAL FIRE PROTECTION ASSOCIATION (BOOKLET 101) CALIFORNIA ENERGY COMMISSION TITLE 24 2022 CALIFORNIA GREEN BUILDINGS STANDARDS CODE ALL OTHER APPLICABLE CITY AND COUNTY LAWS AND ORDINANCES PARCEL AREA CALCULATIONS PARCEL AREA: 7,000 SQ.FT (0.16 ACRES) GROSS FLOOR AREA: TOTAL 1ST FLOOR AREA 1,883 SF ALLOWABLE F.A.R. .35 - (7,000-5/25 X.20) = .33 PROPOSED F.A.R. .33 X 7,000 = 2,310 MAX ROOF HEIGHT 30'-0" EXISTING HEIGHT 24'-7" MAX ALLOWABLE AREA 2,338 SF MAX ALLOWABLE AREA GARAGE 661 SF BUILDING DATA OCCUPANCY: R-3 (SINGLE FAMILY DWELLING) CONSTRUCTION TYPE: V-B FIRE SPRINKLERS: NO (E) SQ. FT.: 1,748 SF PROPOSED SQ. FT.: 1,883 SF (E) DETACHED GARAGE 421 SF VICINITY MAP PROJECT LOCATION ARCHITECT: DWELLING LAB NEIL GINTY 21 EL CAMINITO WALNUT CREEK, CA 94598 CONTACT: PHONE: (312) 952-9680 EMAIL: design@dwelling-lab.com WEBSITE dwelling-lab.com OWNERS: MONIQUE PHAM CONTACT: PHONE: PROJECT DIRECTORY NEIL JOHN GINTY C-37904 RENEWAL DATE C A L IF O RNIASTAT E OFLICENSED ARCHIT E CTMAY 31 2027 0 Sheet Title Sheet No. Scale Drawn By:Checked By: Job Number: Issued For Date: Job Address Job Title Revision No.Date Written dimensions on these drawings shall have precedence over scaled dimensions. Drawings shall not be scaled. Contractors shall verify, and be responsible for, all dimensions and conditions shown by these drawings. Shop details must be submitted to this office for approval before proceeding with fabrications. The drawings and their design content are the sole property of Dwelling Lab, Inc. and may not be reused or reproduced in any manner without our express written consent. 2'4'8'16' Agency Approvals t.312.952.9680 | e.design@dwelling-lab.com | w.dwelling-lab.com a. 21 El Caminito, Walnut Creek, CA 94598As indicated 10/28/2025 4:17:59 PMA0.01 PROJECT DATA_RESIDENTIAL 245 LOS GATOS BLVD, LOS GATOS, CA 95030 10/28/2025 Project Status 25011 245 LOS GATOS BLVD Author Checker EXISTING PHOTOGRAPH GENERAL A0.01 PROJECT DATA_RESIDENTIAL ARCHITECTURAL A1.02 PROPOSED SITE PLAN A2.01 DEMOLITION & PROPOSED PLANS A3.00 ELEVATIONS A3.01 STREET ELEVATIONS GENERAL NOTES 1. CONTRACTOR IS HEREBY SPECIFICALLY DIRECTED AS A CONDITION OF THE CONTRACT TO ACQUAINT HIMSELF/HERSELF WITH THE ARTICLES CONTAINED IN THE GENERAL NOTES AND TO NOTIFY AND APPRISE ALL SUBCONTRACTORS AND ALL OTHER PARTIES OF THE CONTRACT OF, AND BIND THEM TO, ITS CONDITIONS. 2. DRAWINGS OF BASE BUILDING CONDITIONS ARE GENERATED FROM AS-BUILT DRAWINGS AND LIMITED FIELD OBSERVATION BY THE ARCHITECT. ACTUAL CONDITIONS MAY DIFFER FROM THOSE SHOWN. 3. CONTRACTOR SHALL FILE, OBTAIN AND PAY FEES FOR BUILDING DEPARTMENT AND ALL OTHER AGENCY APPROVALS AND PERMITS, CONTROLLED INSPECTIONS, AND FINAL SIGN-OFFS FOR PROJECT COMPLETION. COPIES OF TRANSACTIONS SHALL BE FORWARDED TO THE OWNER PRIOR TO COMMENCING WORK. 4. CONTRACTOR SHALL VERIFY THAT DRAWINGS ARE THE LATEST ISSUANCE PRIOR TO BEGINNING OF CONSTRUCTION. 5. CONTRACTOR SHALL COORDINATE AND SCHEDULE WORK BY OUTSIDE VENDORS INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, TELEPHONE, DATA AND "OWNER'S FORCES". CONTRACTOR SHALL COORDINATE EXACT LOCATIONS AND SHALL DO THE CUTTING, FITTING AND PATCHING REQUIRED TO RECEIVE THE WORK OF OTHERS AS SHOWN OR REASONABLY IMPLIED BY THE DRAWINGS AND SPECIFICATIONS. 6. ALL IDENTIFIED SCOPE OF WORK SHALL BE PROVIDED NEW, UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED. 7. WORK NOT SPECIFICALLY DETAILED, NOTED OR SPECIFIED, SHALL BE THE SAME AS SIMILAR PARTS THAT ARE DETAILED, NOTED OR SPECIFIED. 8. IN THE EVENT OF INCONSISTENCIES AMONG THE CONTRACT DOCUMENTS, THE ARCHITECT SHALL INTERPRET THEM WHEN ASKED TO DO SO BY THE OWNER OR CONTRACTOR. THE ARCHITECT SHALL NOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR THE RESULTS OF SUCH INTERPRETATIONS MADE BY OTHERS. 9. THE GENERAL CHARACTER OF DETAIL WORK IS SHOWN ON THE CONTRACT DOCUMENTS. SUBSEQUENT CLARIFICATIONS MAY BE MADE BY ADDITIONAL LAYOUTS OR LARGE SCALE OR FULL SIZE DETAILS. 10. VERIFY ALL EQUIPMENT SIZES BEFORE BEGINNING WORK 11. "TYPICAL" OR "TYP." SHALL MEAN THAT THE CONDITION IS REPRESENTATIVE FOR SIMILAR CONDITIONS THROUGHOUT, UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED. DETAILS OR DIMENSIONS ARE USUALLY KEYED, AND NOTED "TYP" ONLY WHEN THEY FIRST OCCUR. 12. "SIMILAR" OR "SIM." MEANS COMPARABLE CHARACTERISTICS FOR THE CONDITIONS NOTED. VERIFY DIMENSIONS, ORIENTATION, AND CONDITIONS ON PLANS AND ELEVATIONS 13. ARCHITECT SHALL HAVE THE AUTHORITY TO REJECT ANY WORK THAT IS NOT IN CONFORMANCE WITH THE CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTS 1. REFER TO TITLE SHEET FOR APPLICABLE CODES 2. GIVE ALL NOTICES AND COMPLY WITH ALL LAWS, ORDINANCES, CODES, RULES AND REGULATIONS BEARING ON THE CONDUCT OF THE WORK. IF THE CONTRACTOR OBSERVES THAT THE DRAWINGS AND SPECIFICATIONS ARE AT VARIANCE THEREWITH, PROMPTLY NOTIFY THE PROJECT MANAGER AND/OR ARCHITECT. NECESSARY CHANGES SHALL BE MADE IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE GENERAL CONDITIONS. 3. IF CONTRACTOR KNOWINGLY PERFORMS ANY WORK WHICH IS CONTRARY TO SUCH LAWS, ORDINANCES, CODES, RULES AND REGULATIONS, HE/SHE SHALL PROMPTLY MAKE ALL CHANGES AS REQUIRED TO COMPLY THEREWITH AND BEAR ALL COSTS ARISING THEREFROM. 4. CONFLICTS: IN CASE OF CONFLICTS IN THE REQUIREMENTS OF AUTHORITIES HAVING JURISDICTION, THE MOST RESTRICTIVE REQUIREMENTS SHALL GOVERN. 5. WHERE CODES OR REGULATIONS, OTHER THAN THOSE LISTED IN THIS SECTION, ARE REFERRED TO IN VARIOUS SECTIONS OF THE SPECIFICATIONS. IT SHALL BE UNDERSTOOD THAT THEY APPLY TO THIS WORK AS FULLY AS IF CITED HEREIN. 6. ALL COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS SHALL MEET APPLICABLE CODES. WOOD SHALL BE FIRE RETARDANT TREATED WHERE REQUIRED BY LOCAL BUILDING CODES AND BUILDING OWNER'S REQUIREMENT'S. 7. FOR MAXIMUM FLOW RATES FOR PLUMBING FIXTURES, REFER TO STANDARDS FOR PLUMBING FIXTURES AND FITTINGS OF 2022 CALIFORNIA GREEN BUILDING STANDARDS CODE SEE SHEET CG-1. STANDARDS AND CODESCONSTRUCTION STANDARDS 1. CONTRACTOR TO ENSURE THAT SURFACE TO RECEIVE FINISHES ARE CLEAN, TRUE AND FREE OF IRREGULARITIES. DO NOT PROCEED WITH WORK UNTIL UNSATISFACTORY CONDITIONS HAVE BEEN CORRECTED. COMMENCEMENT OF WORK SHALL INDICATE INSTALLER'S ACCEPTANCE OF SUBSTRATE. 2. CONTRACTOR TO REPAIR AND PREPARE EXISTING SURFACES SCHEDULED TO REMAIN AS NECESSARY FOR APPLICATION OF NEW FINISHES. 3. CONTRACTOR SHALL PATCH SURFACES TO MATCH ADJACENT IN A MANNER SUITABLE TO RECEIVE FINISHES. 4. GYPSUM BOARD CONSTRUCTION SHALL ALIGN WITH EXISTING, ADJACENT, OR ADJOINING SURFACES, JOINTS SHALL BE TAPED AND SANDED SMOOTH WITH NO VISIBLE JOINTS, UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED. 5. CONTRACTOR TO INSURE DELIVERY AND INSTALLATION OF CASEWORK AND FINISH CARPENTRY WILL NOT BE DAMAGED BY OTHER CONSTRUCTION WORK. 6. ALL CODE-REQUIRED LABELS SUCH AS "UL", FACTORY MUTUAL OR ANY EQUIPMENT IDENTIFICATION, PERFORMANCE RATING, NAME OR NOMENCLATURE PLATES SHALL REMAIN READABLE AND NOT PAINTED. 7. COORDINATE WITH OWNER FOR DELIVERY AND PLACEMENT OF ALL FURNITURE AND WALL-HUNG EQUIPMENT. 8. REFER TO FINISH SCHEDULE FOR SPECIFIED FINISHES. REFER TO INTERIOR ELEVATIONS FOR MOUNTING HEIGHT REQUIREMENTS. 9. FOR BUILT-IN WORK SURROUNDED BY PARTITIONS, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO APPLIANCES AND MILLWORK, CONTRACTOR SHALL CONFIRM THAT FINISHED FLOOR, WALL AND/OR SOFFIT SURFACES DO NOT VARY BY MORE THAN 1/4" IN 20'-0" (NON-CUMULATIVE). NOTIFY ARCHITECT IF THIS TOLERANCE IS EXCEEDED. 10. CONTRACTOR SHALL, IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTS, APPLY, INSTALL, CONNECT, ERECT, CLEAN, AND/OR CONDITION MANUFACTURED ARTICLES, MATERIALS AND/OR EQUIPMENT. 11. UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED, IT IS THE INTENTION OF THE DRAWINGS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR ALL WORK, EQUIPMENT, CASEWORK, MECHANICAL, ELECTRICAL AND SIMILAR DEVICES OF WHATEVER NATURE, BE COMPLETELY INSTALLED, CONNECTED, MADE OPERATIONAL AND FUNCTIONAL FOR THE PURPOSE INTENDED, AND THAT ALL COSTS FOR THIS BE INCLUDED IN THE CONTRACTOR'S PROPOSAL. 12. COORDINATE LOCATION AND PROVIDE BLOCKING, BACKING, AND/OR REINFORCEMENTS IN PARTITIONS FOR ALL CABINETS, COUNTERTOPS AND ANY WALL-MOUNTED ITEMS. REFER TO ELEVATIONS AND DETAILS FOR LOCATIONS OF WALL STANDARDS AND OTHER SUPPORTS. 13. CONTRACTOR SHALL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR ADEQUATELY FRAMING, BRACING, AND STRUCTURING ALL WALL, BULKHEAD, AND OTHER DRYWALL CONSTRUCTION IN ACCORDANCE WITH APPLICABLE TYPICAL DETAILS CONTAINED IN THE DRAWINGS WHETHER OR NOT SPECIFICALLY REFERENCED IN THE PLANS OR DETAILS. PROVIDE BLOCKING / BACKING AND REINFORCEMENT ABOVE AS REQUIRED FOR SUPPORT OF LIGHT FIXTURES, EQUIPMENT, OR ANY OTHER CEILING-MOUNTED ITEMS. 14. REPAIR AND PATCH ANY/ALL PENETRATIONS THROUGH RATED ASSEMBLIES TO MAINTAIN REQUIRED RATING. 15. UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED IN DRAWINGS, FOLLOW ALL MANUFACTURER'S RECOMMENDATIONS, INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS, AND BEST PRACTICES FOR INSTALLING EQUIPMENT, FURNISHINGS, FITTINGS, ETC. BRING CONFLICTS BETWEEN DRAWINGS AND MANUFACTURER'S RECOMMENDATIONS TO THE ATTENTION OF THE ARCHITECT. Page 95 1. DIMENSIONS ARE AS FOLLOWS, UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED : A) TO FACE OF FINISH B) TO CENTER OF DOORS AND OTHER OPENINGS C) TO TOP OF FINISHED FLOORS D) TO BOTTOM OF FINISH AT CEILINGS E) TO OUTSIDE FACE OF FINISHED MILLWORK F) TO FINISHED WINDOW FRAME. SEE WINDOW DETAILS. 2. DIMENSIONS SHOWN AS V.I.F. SHALL BE VERIFIED BY THE CONTRACTOR IN THE FIELD. CONTRACTOR SHALL NOTIFY THE ARCHITECT OF ANY DISCREPANCIES IN DIMENSIONS PRIOR TO PROCEEDING WITH THE WORK IN THAT AREA. 3. DIMENSIONS MARKED "CLEAR" SHALL BE MAINTAINED AND SHALL ALLOW FOR THICKNESS OF FINISHES INCLUDING CERAMIC TILE, VCT, ETC. DIMENSIONS MARKED "CLEAR" ARE TO BE WITHIN 1/8" OF GIVEN DIMENSION ALONG FULL HEIGHT/WIDTH/LENGTH OF SURFACES. 4. DO NOT SCALE DRAWINGS. WRITTEN DIMENSIONS GOVERN PARTITION LOCATIONS, DIMENSIONS AND TYPES. DOOR AND WINDOW LOCATIONS SHALL BE AS SHOWN ON CONSTRUCTION PLAN. IN CASE OF CONFLICT, NOTIFY ARCHITECT FOR WRITTEN CLARIFICATION PRIOR TO PROCEEDING WITH CONSTRUCTION. CONSTRUCTION PLAN BY ARCHITECT SUPERSEDES OTHER PLANS. 5. ANY GRAPHICAL ERRORS, APPARENT OR ASSUMED, SHOULD BE CLARIFIED WITH AN RFI PRIOR TO CONSTRUCTION DIMENSION NOTES LOCATION AND DIMENSIONS OF PROPERTY LINES, (E) BUILDING OUTLINE, (E) LOCATIONS OF SIDEWALK, DRIVEWAY AND UTILITIES ARE PER TOPOGRAPHIC SURVEY SITE PLAN GENERAL NOTES 15'-0" FRONT YARD SETBACK5'-0" SIDE YARD SETBACK 5'-0". SIDE YARD SETBACK5' - 0"13' - 11"12' - 0"11' - 0"4' - 1"5' - 11 1/2" 31' - 3" PROPERTY LINE PROPERTY LINEPROPERTY LINEPROPERTY LINE20'-0" REAR YARD SETBACK444444COVERED PORH (E) 1-STORY SINGLE FAMILY DWELLING (E) 1-STORY SINGLE FAMILY DWELLING (E) 1-STORY SINGLE FAMILY DWELLING (E) GARAGE LOS GATOS BLVD 50' - 0"140' - 0"5' - 0"27' - 0" ADDITION = 135 SQ.FT. NEIL JOHN GINTY C-37904 RENEWAL DATE C A L IF O RNIASTAT E OFLICENSED ARCHIT E CTMAY 31 2027 0 Sheet Title Sheet No. Scale Drawn By: Checked By: Job Number: Issued For Date: Job Address Job Title Revision No. Date Written dimensions on these drawings shall have precedence over scaled dimensions. Drawings shall not be scaled. Contractors shall verify, and be responsible for, all dimensions and conditions shown by these drawings. Shop details must be submitted to this office for approval before proceeding with fabrications. The drawings and their design content are the sole property of Dwelling Lab, Inc. and may not be reused or reproduced in any manner without our express written consent. 2'4'8'16' Agency Approvals t.312.952.9680 | e.design@dwelling-lab.com | w.dwelling-lab.com a. 21 El Caminito, Walnut Creek, CA 94598As indicated 10/28/2025 4:18:00 PMA1.02 PROPOSED SITE PLAN 245 LOS GATOS BLVD, LOS GATOS, CA 95030 10/28/2025 Project Status 25011 245 LOS GATOS BLVD Author Checker 3/16" = 1'-0"1SITE PLAN_ LOCATION OF STRUCTURES WITHIN 50 FEET OF THE SUBJECT PROPERTY Page 96 W/D W/D Refrig. UP UP W/D W/D UPRefrig.(E) WALL TO BE REMOVED (E) WALL TO REMAIN (E) DOOR TO BE REMOVED LEGEND -DEMOLITION (E) AREA TO BE REMOVED (E) WINDOW TO BE REMOVED (E) WINDOW TO REMAIN (E) DOOR TO REMAIN (E) ITEM TO BE REMOVED 1. GENERAL CONTRACTOR TO NOTIFY ARCHITECT OF ANY DISCOVERY OF UNFORSEEN CONDITIONS IN THE PROCESS OF DEMOLITION 2. (E) STRUCTURAL BEARING ELEMENTS TO REMAIN U.O.N. GENERAL CONTRACTOR TO NOTIFY ARCHITECT IF ANY BEARING COLUMNS ARE FOUND IN PARTITIONS TO BE REMOVED THAT DO NOT APPEAR IN PLANS. 3. DAMAGES WHICH OCCUR DURING DEMOLITION AND/OR CONSTRUCTION SHALL BE THE GENERAL CONTRACTOR'S RESPONSIBILITY AND EXPENSE TO RESTORE/REPAIR TO ORIGINAL CONDITION. 4. IF ANY MATERIALS SUSPECTED OF CONTAINING ASBESTOS OR ANY OTHER HAZARDOUS MATERIALS ARE ENCOUNTERED, DO NOT DISTURB THE MATERIALS. IMMEDIATELY NOTIFY THE OWNER, OWNER'S REP/LANDLORD/TENANT/CLIENT AND ARCHITECT. DEMOLITION NOTES 32' - 1"15' - 6"15' - 4 1/8"14' - 5" 10' - 5" 3' - 8"4' - 9 1/8"4' - 9 1/8"9' - 11"12' - 8"11' - 10"3' - 6"13' - 4"19' - 4"9' - 10"8' - 9"20' - 10"2' - 3 7/8"3' - 5"1' - 7 5/8"4' - 2 13/16" 1' - 0"1' - 0" 40' - 10"20' - 1 7/8"7' - 10 1/8"13' - 9 1/8"44' - 8 7/8"15' - 4 1/2"LESS THAN 50% OF (E) EXTERIOR WALLS TO BE REMOVED 27' - 0"28' - 0"A3.00 A3.00 A3.001A3.00 5 7 3 11 A3.00 BEDROOM BEDROOM BEDROOM KITCHEN BATH WIC BATH 30' - 10"32' - 1"27' - 3"20' - 2"44' - 1"15' - 4"COVERED PORCH 13' - 7"15' - 6"5'-0". SIDE YARD SETBACK A3.0118 10' - 5"6' - 4"14' - 9"14' - 9"BEDROOM 5' - 0"7' - 11" DINING FAMILY ROOM 1. DIMENSIONS ARE AS FOLLOWS, UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED : A) TO FACE OF FINISH B) TO CENTER OF DOORS AND OTHER OPENINGS C) TO TOP OF FINISHED FLOORS D) TO BOTTOM OF FINISH AT CEILINGS E) TO OUTSIDE FACE OF FINISHED MILLWORK F) TO FINISHED WINDOW FRAME. SEE WINDOW DETAILS. 2. DIMENSIONS SHOWN AS V.I.F. SHALL BE VERIFIED BY THE CONTRACTOR IN THE FIELD. CONTRACTOR SHALL NOTIFY THE ARCHITECT OF ANY DISCREPANCIES IN DIMENSIONS PRIOR TO PROCEEDING WITH THE WORK IN THAT AREA. 3. DIMENSIONS MARKED "CLEAR" SHALL BE MAINTAINED AND SHALL ALLOW FOR THICKNESS OF FINISHES INCLUDING CERAMIC TILE, VCT, ETC. DIMENSIONS MARKED "CLEAR" ARE TO BE WITHIN 1/8" OF GIVEN DIMENSION ALONG FULL HEIGHT/WIDTH/LENGTH OF SURFACES. 4. DO NOT SCALE DRAWINGS. WRITTEN DIMENSIONS GOVERN PARTITION LOCATIONS, DIMENSIONS AND TYPES. DOOR AND WINDOW LOCATIONS SHALL BE AS SHOWN ON CONSTRUCTION PLAN. IN CASE OF CONFLICT, NOTIFY ARCHITECT FOR WRITTEN CLARIFICATION PRIOR TO PROCEEDING WITH CONSTRUCTION. CONSTRUCTION PLAN BY ARCHITECT SUPERSEDES OTHER PLANS. 5. ANY GRAPHICAL ERRORS, APPARENT OR ASSUMED, SHOULD BE CLARIFIED WITH AN RFI PRIOR TO CONSTRUCTION DIMENSION NOTES 1. REPLACEMENT OF GYPBOARD MUST BE 5/8" TYPE X WITH 5D COOLER NAILS AT 4 INCHES ON CENTER OR EQUIVALENT SCREWS FOR ALL INTERIOR NON-STRUCTURAL ALTERATIONS. 2. REFER TO BUILDING CODE ANALYSIS FOR LOCATIONS OF FIRE RESISTANCE RATED WALLS. 3. THERMAL INSULATION TO BE PROVIDED BETWEEN CONDITIONED AND NONCONDITIONED SPACES TYP. REFER TO ASSEMBLY TYPES. 4. ACOUSTIC INSULATION TO BE PROVIDED IN ALL WALLS SURROUNDING BATHROOM AND LAUNDRY AREAS (INCLUDES MUDROOM AND BASEMENT STORAGE). REFER TO ASSEMBLY TYPES. 5. PROVIDE (N) LEVELING SUBSTRATE o/ EXISTING/NEW SUBFLOOR ASSEMBLY THROUGHOUT AS REQUIRED TO ACHIEVE SMOOTH CONTIGUOUS, LEVEL (N) FINISH FLOORING; TYP. 6. ALL GUARDRAIL & HANDRAIL CONSTRUCTION SHALL WITHSTAND A 200 LB. CONCENTRATED LOAD AND 50 LB./ FT. UNIFORM LOAD APPLIED LATERALLY AND VERTICALLY AT THE HIGHEST POINT OF THE RAIL--WHICHEVER IS GREATER. (TYP. ALL GUARDRAILS) AS SPECIFIED IN CBC SECTION 1607.8., S.S.D. PROPOSED PLAN GENERAL NOTES LEGEND -NEW CONSTRUCTION ## (E) WALL TO REMAIN (N) WALL ABOVE OR BELOW (N) WINDOW [N.I.C.] NOT IN CONTRACT 1 HR. FIRE RESISTANCE RATED WALL (N) DOOR (E) WINDOW TO REMAIN XXX (N) BEARING WALL (N) FOOTING HEADER OR BEAM (N) BRACE WALL PANEL NEIL JOHN GINTY C-37904 RENEWAL DATE C A L IF O RNIASTAT E OFLICENSED ARCHIT E CTMAY 31 2027 0 Sheet Title Sheet No. Scale Drawn By: Checked By: Job Number: Issued For Date: Job Address Job Title Revision No. Date Written dimensions on these drawings shall have precedence over scaled dimensions. Drawings shall not be scaled. Contractors shall verify, and be responsible for, all dimensions and conditions shown by these drawings. Shop details must be submitted to this office for approval before proceeding with fabrications. The drawings and their design content are the sole property of Dwelling Lab, Inc. and may not be reused or reproduced in any manner without our express written consent. 2'4'8'16' Agency Approvals t.312.952.9680 | e.design@dwelling-lab.com | w.dwelling-lab.com a. 21 El Caminito, Walnut Creek, CA 94598As indicated 10/28/2025 4:18:00 PMA2.01 DEMOLITION & PROPOSED PLANS 245 LOS GATOS BLVD, LOS GATOS, CA 95030 10/28/2025 Project Status 25011 245 LOS GATOS BLVD Author Checker 3/16" = 1'-0"4DEMOLITION FLOOR PLAN -FIRST FLOOR 3/16" = 1'-0"1FLOOR PLAN -FIRST FLOOR DEMOLITION OF HISTORIC STRUCTURES CALCULATIONS 1 - NO REMOVAL OF WALLS FACING THE PUBLIC STREET Page 97 (E) ITEM TO BE REMOVED LEGEND -DEMOLITION (E) AREA TO BE REMOVED (E) WALL TO REMAIN (E) WALL TO REMAIN FIRST FLOOR 0" ROOF 9' - 6 1/2" AVERAGE GRADE -1' - 0" FIRST FLOOR 0" ROOF 9' - 6 1/2" AVERAGE GRADE -1' - 0"LESS THAN 50% OF THE EXTERIOR WALLS 26' - 11"32' - 1"13' - 11" FIRST FLOOR 0" ROOF 9' - 6 1/2" AVERAGE GRADE -1' - 0" FIRST FLOOR 0" ROOF 9' - 6 1/2" AVERAGE GRADE -1' - 0" FIRST FLOOR 0" ROOF 9' - 6 1/2" AVERAGE GRADE -1' - 0" (E) WOOD FENCE WINDOW (E) WINDOW (E) STUCCO FIRST FLOOR 0" ROOF 9' - 6 1/2" AVERAGE GRADE -1' - 0" WINDOW STUCCO TO MATCH EXISTING FIRST FLOOR 0" ROOF 9' - 6 1/2" AVERAGE GRADE -1' - 0" WINDOWSLIDER GLASS DOOR (E) ROOF (E) SKYLIGHTS FIRST FLOOR 0" ROOF 9' - 6 1/2" AVERAGE GRADE -1' - 0" WINDOW (E) STUCCO FIRST FLOOR 0" ROOF 9' - 6 1/2" AVERAGE GRADE -1' - 0" 11 A3.00 FIRST FLOOR 0" ROOF 9' - 6 1/2" AVERAGE GRADE -1' - 0" 11 A3.00 (E) ELEVATION 15' - 6"FIRST FLOOR 0" ROOF 9' - 6 1/2" AVERAGE GRADE -1' - 0" FIRST FLOOR 0" ROOF 9' - 6 1/2" AVERAGE GRADE -1' - 0" 1. 0'-0" (E) FINISH FLOOR LEVEL AT 1ST FLOOR IS DETERMINED BY ELEVATION MARK. 2. ALL EXTERIOR LIGHT FIXTURES SHALL MEET TOWN REQUIREMENTS TO BE DOWNWARD DIRECTED AND SHIELDED SUCH THAT THE LIGHT SOURCE (bULB) IS NOT VISIBLE. PROPOSED ELEVATIONS GENERAL NOTES 1. SEE STRUCTURAL DRAWINGS FOR ADDITIONAL INFO. 2. 0'-0" (E) FINISH FLOOR LEVEL AT 1ST FLOOR IS DETERMINED BY ELEVATION MARK 3. ACOUSTIC INSULATION TO BE PROVIDED IN ALL WALL, FLOOR, AND CEILING ASSEMBLIES SURROUNDING BATHROOM AND LAUNDRY AREAS. BUILDING SECTIONS GENERAL NOTES 1. DIMENSIONS ARE AS FOLLOWS, UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED : A) TO FACE OF FINISH B) TO CENTER OF DOORS AND OTHER OPENINGS C) TO TOP OF FINISHED FLOORS D) TO BOTTOM OF FINISH AT CEILINGS E) TO OUTSIDE FACE OF FINISHED MILLWORK F) TO FINISHED WINDOW FRAME. SEE WINDOW DETAILS. 2. DIMENSIONS SHOWN AS V.I.F. SHALL BE VERIFIED BY THE CONTRACTOR IN THE FIELD. CONTRACTOR SHALL NOTIFY THE ARCHITECT OF ANY DISCREPANCIES IN DIMENSIONS PRIOR TO PROCEEDING WITH THE WORK IN THAT AREA. 3. DIMENSIONS MARKED "CLEAR" SHALL BE MAINTAINED AND SHALL ALLOW FOR THICKNESS OF FINISHES INCLUDING CERAMIC TILE, VCT, ETC. DIMENSIONS MARKED "CLEAR" ARE TO BE WITHIN 1/8" OF GIVEN DIMENSION ALONG FULL HEIGHT/WIDTH/LENGTH OF SURFACES. 4. DO NOT SCALE DRAWINGS. WRITTEN DIMENSIONS GOVERN PARTITION LOCATIONS, DIMENSIONS AND TYPES. DOOR AND WINDOW LOCATIONS SHALL BE AS SHOWN ON CONSTRUCTION PLAN. IN CASE OF CONFLICT, NOTIFY ARCHITECT FOR WRITTEN CLARIFICATION PRIOR TO PROCEEDING WITH CONSTRUCTION. CONSTRUCTION PLAN BY ARCHITECT SUPERSEDES OTHER PLANS. 5. ANY GRAPHICAL ERRORS, APPARENT OR ASSUMED, SHOULD BE CLARIFIED WITH AN RFI PRIOR TO CONSTRUCTION DIMENSION NOTES LEGEND -NEW CONSTRUCTION (E) WALL TO REMAIN (N) WALL ABOVE OR BELOW [N.I.C.] NOT IN CONTRACT 1 HR. FIRE RESISTANCE RATED WALL NEIL JOHN GINTY C-37904 RENEWAL DATE C A L IF O RNIASTAT E OFLICENSED ARCHIT E CTMAY 31 2027 0 Sheet Title Sheet No. Scale Drawn By: Checked By: Job Number: Issued For Date: Job Address Job Title Revision No. Date Written dimensions on these drawings shall have precedence over scaled dimensions. Drawings shall not be scaled. Contractors shall verify, and be responsible for, all dimensions and conditions shown by these drawings. Shop details must be submitted to this office for approval before proceeding with fabrications. The drawings and their design content are the sole property of Dwelling Lab, Inc. and may not be reused or reproduced in any manner without our express written consent. 2'4'8'16' Agency Approvals t.312.952.9680 | e.design@dwelling-lab.com | w.dwelling-lab.com a. 21 El Caminito, Walnut Creek, CA 94598As indicated 10/28/2025 4:18:03 PMA3.00 ELEVATIONS 245 LOS GATOS BLVD, LOS GATOS, CA 95030 10/28/2025 Project Status 25011 245 LOS GATOS BLVD Author Checker 1/8" = 1'-0"2EXISTING ELEVATION -EAST 1/8" = 1'-0"8EXISTING ELEVATION -NORTH 1/8" = 1'-0"4EXISTING ELEVATION -WEST 1/8" = 1'-0"6EXISTING ELEVATION -SOUTH 1/8" = 1'-0"1PROPOSED ELEVATION -EAST 1/8" = 1'-0"7PROPOSED ELEVATION -NORTH 1/8" = 1'-0"5PROPOSED ELEVATION -SOUTH 1/8" = 1'-0"3PROPOSED ELEVATION -WEST 1/8" = 1'-0"9SECTION 1 1/8" = 1'-0"10SECTION 2 1/8" = 1'-0"11SECTION 3 1/8" = 1'-0"12SECTION 4 Page 98 PREPARED BY: Suray Nathan 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: 11/19/2025 ITEM NO: 6 DATE: November 14, 2025 TO: Historic Preservation Committee FROM: Joel Paulson, Community Development Director SUBJECT: Consider a Request for Approval to Construct an Addition with Reduced Setbacks to an Existing Noncontributing Single-Family Residence Located in the Almond Grove Historic District on Nonconforming Property Zoned R-1D: LHP. Located at 321 Bachman Avenue. APN 510-17-100. Exempt Pursuant to CEQA Section 15301: Existing Facilities. Architecture and Site Application S-25-049. Property Owner: Stanley and Jean Melax. Applicant: Jennifer Kretschmer, AIA. Project Planner: Suray Nathan. RECOMMENDATION: Consider a request for approval to construct an addition with reduced setbacks to an existing noncontributing single-family residence located in the Almond Grove Historic District on nonconforming property zoned R-1D: LHP, located at 321 Bachman Avenue. PROPERTY DETAILS: 1. Date primary structure was built: 1949 per County Assessor’s Database 2. Bloomfield Preliminary Rating: New, probably built since 1950 3. Does property have an LHP Overlay? Yes 4. Is structure in a historic district? Almond Grove Historic District 5. If yes, is it a contributor? No 6. Findings required? No 7. Considerations required? Yes BACKGROUND: The subject property is located on the south side of Bachman Avenue between Massol and Tait Avenues, just west of the alley. The County Assessor reports that the residence was constructed in 1949. The Anne Bloomfield survey notes the structure as new, probably built since 1950. (Attachment 1). Page 99 PAGE 2 OF 4 SUBJECT: 321 Bachman Avenue/S-25-049 DATE: November 14, 2025 The residence is present on the 1944 and 1956 Sanborn Fire Insurance Maps (Attachment 2). The footprint of the residence remains consistent between the two dates. Additions and other modifications have been constructed since 1956, as noted below. As provided in Attachment 3, Town records include the following permitted work:  1974: Replacement of windows with a sliding door leading to a new patio deck at the rear of the residence;  1981: Reconstruction of the garage roof to accommodate solar collectors;  1987: Reroof;  1991: Add skylights;  1995: Demolish portions of the residence (467 sf) and garage (198 sf) and construct a new bedroom addition (300 sf) at the left rear of the residence; and  2017: Reroof. On August 27, 2025, the Historic Preservation Committee deliberated on a preliminary review for a new garage addition at the rear of the residence, a new bay window, a new entry porch with columns facing Bachman Avenue, and a new patio with columns facing the alley and provided the following feedback:  Provide greater articulation to the porch design and ensure the design is integrated and consistent with the Victorian-style architecture; and  Provide details of proposed materials, columns, porch, and trim, and ensure consistency with the architectural style. DISCUSSION: Architecture and Site application S-25-049 was submitted on November 6, 2025, proposing exterior modifications and a new garage addition to the existing single-family residence with reduced setbacks (Attachment 8). The applicant provided a Letter of Justification for the proposed project (Attachment 4). The applicant requests approval to construct an attached single-car garage at the rear of the property, opening to the alley (Attachment 8). A new covered porch, supported with square columns, would be added to the front elevation, along with a new bay extension featuring a fiberglass window with wood trim. Another new porch with square columns would be constructed on the left elevation. Both new porches include support posts that encroach into the required setbacks. The applicant has modified the porch columns, added a horizontal trellis band along the roofline, and wood brackets under the bay window to accentuate the intended look of the residence by introducing more details consistent with the Victorian style and other nearby homes (Attachments 4 and 6). The Letter of Justification (Attachment 4) outlines future plans to incorporate an accessory dwelling unit (ADU) above the new attached garage, as shown in the light-line in the development plans (Attachment 8). Any future ADU would be processed ministerially, Page 100 PAGE 3 OF 4 SUBJECT: 321 Bachman Avenue/S-25-049 DATE: November 14, 2025 consistent with State law. Staff notes that the ADU is not the subject of this application and shall not be used as the basis for any recommendation to the Community Development Director. 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. B. Residential Design Guidelines Section 3.9 of the Town’s Residential Design Guidelines offers recommendations for construction of additions to existing residences (Attachment 6). CONCLUSION: The applicant requests a recommendation of approval from the Committee to construct an addition with reduced setbacks to an existing noncontributing single-family residence located in the Almond Grove Historic District on nonconforming property zoned R-1D:LHP, located at 321 Bachman Avenue. Due to the proposed reduced setbacks on the nonconforming property, the project requires Architecture and Site approval. If the Committee finds merit in the request, a recommendation of approval would be forwarded to the Community Development Director. The application would continue through the Architecture and Site process and would not return to the Committee. Page 101 PAGE 4 OF 4 SUBJECT: 321 Bachman Avenue/S-25-049 DATE: November 14, 2025 ATTACHMENTS: 1. Anne Bloomfield Survey 2. Sanborn Fire Insurance Maps Exhibit 3. Town Permit Records 4. Letter of Justification 5. Photos of Existing Residence 6. Rendering of Proposed Residence 7. Section 3.9, Residential Design Guidelines 8. Development Plans Page 102 This Page Intentionally Left Blank Page 104 1944 321 Bachman Ave ATTACHMENT 2 Page 105 1956 321 Bachman Ave Page 106 ATTACHMENT 3Page 107 Page 108 Page 109 Page 110 Page 111 Page 112 Page 113 Page 114 Page 115 Page 116 Page 117 Page 118 Page 119 Page 120 Page 121 Page 122 Page 123 Page 124 Page 125 Page 126 Page 127 Page 128 Page 129 Page 130 Page 131 Page 132 Page 133 Page 134 Page 135 Page 136 Page 137 Page 138 Page 139 Page 140 Page 141 Page 142 Page 143 Page 144 Page 145 Page 146 Page 147 Page 148 Page 149 Page 150 Page 151 Page 152 Page 153 Page 154 Page 155 Page 156 Page 157 Page 158 Page 159 Page 160 Page 161 Page 162 Page 163 This Page Intentionally Left Blank Page 164 Homeowner’s Statement (Includes justification statement and historical research details) To whom it may concern, We moved to Los Gatos in 2010 and lived many years in a townhouse in the Vasona Terrace complex. Our kids went to Los Gatos schools. When they grew up and moved out, we moved to the Almond Grove neighborhood, to 321 Bachman Avenue in September 2024. We love this quiet historic neighborhood! Our plan for the home is to add an attached single car garage in the back of the property opening to the alley, add an ADU above the garage if possible, and add more historically-inspired elements to the front and side of the house to allow it to fit in better with the other historic homes nearby. We feel that turning the large front window into an (above ground) bay window and adding covered porches to the front and side would accomplish this task. Adding a garage in the back of the house off the alley would allow us to park and charge our electric car and free up a space on the street, as well as provide much needed storage space for this small house. We plan to have the garage, porches, and bay window fit aesthetically with the existing house and add elements to make it look more Victorian style like other houses nearby. We would also like to move our laundry area from the kitchen to the new garage, since the kitchen is small we would rather use the washer/dryer space for kitchen storage instead. If the ADU is not approved, we would like to make the garage as tall as possible to allow for us to have as much attic / loft storage space as possible. The garage will be in the back of the house away from the front street and the garage of our next door neighbor’s house (to the west, at 240 Massol Avenue) is already taller than our house so we hope a garage of the maximum allowable height will be acceptable (see photo of the neighbor's garage later in this document). If the ADU is not approved, we would also like to have a full bathroom in the garage as well, for convenience. The house already has some areas that extend into the easements, but we do not plan to build further into those areas, except for the garage itself. This property is small and non-standard and we plan to apply to get approval to have the garage built closer than 5 feet from the south property line in order to get as much garage space as is allowed. We have noticed other garages and structures for houses backing on to the same alley that are already quite close to their property lines (3 feet or less), so we hope a 3 or 4 feet easement would be an acceptable distance. For example: -231 Tate Avenue has a ‘cottage’ structure next to the alley that looks to be right up against the property line, the fence on the south side is only about a foot from the structure. The cottage was built around 1965 (source: 2005 historic tour brochure). ATTACHMENT 4 Page 165 - 225 and 223 Tate Avenue have garages opening to the alley that are only about 3 ft from their fences on the right (south). - 217 Tate Avenue has a carport opening to the alley that is only about 3 ft from their fence on the right (south) - The garage for our immediate neighbor’s house (240 Massol) appears to be between about 4ft from our fence at one end but only about 2 ft from our fence at the other. We logged into the computer in the lobby of the LG planning office and looked at what was on file for our own house as well as properties nearby. Details are on later pages in this document but here are the highlights: - 1996 Architectural plans for our own house showed that it used to have a garage with a ‘bedroom/loft’ above the garage. This was demolished in 1996 and replaced with a new bedroom and bathroom attached to the main house. We have obtained approval from the architect from 1996 (who is still in business) and attached copies of the plans to this application. - We also found architectural diagrams on file for 312 Bachman (across the street) and 240 Massol (next door), but neither of the diagrams showed easement lines (only property lines). The plans for 240 Massol especially do seem to confirm that the garage is very close to the fence between our two properties and is likely nonconforming (see later pages for details) We did some research at the Los Gatos library as well. Details are in later pages in this document but here are the highlights: - Our house was built in 1939, based on the 1941 Tax Assessment Survey (the survey says the house was 2 years old at the time). This differs from what the real estate listing says (1949). - We think our house used to be part of the property at 240 Massol Avenue, based on the ‘Remodeling’ section of a 1971 survey where the owner said “back property split up and sold to closest property owners”, but it doesn’t give a year. (source: Historic Property Research Collection) We have spoken to our immediate neighbours at 307 Bachman (immediate neighbor to the left (east), across the alley), 240 Massol (immediate neighbor to the right (west)), and 232 Massol (immediate neighbor behind us, backing onto the same alley, we share a fence), and they don’t have any issues with us building an attached garage. Please see the rest of the pages in this document for pictures of nearby houses and more details on the research we did. Thank you for your time considering our application. Let us know if you have any questions. Stanley and Jean Melax 321 Bachman Avenue, Los Gatos CA Page 166 Photos of nearby structures: The garage for our immediate neighbor to the right (240 Massol) is about 4 ft from our shared fence at one end, but only about 2 ft away from our shared fence at the other end: Page 167 The garage at 240 Massol (next door neighbor) is taller than our house: View of the alley, standing next to our house, looking South. Note the first structure, a ‘cottage’ at the back of 231 Tate, is very close to the alley, so probably very close to the property line. Page 168 The ‘cottage’ at the back of 231 Tate is within a foot of the fence on the right side: Page 169 The garage at the back of 225 Tate is about 3 feet from the fence to its right: Page 170 The garage at the back of 223 Tate is about 3 feet from the fence to its right: Page 171 The carport at the back of 217 Tate is about 3 feet from the fence to its right: Page 172 321 Bachman Avenue Research Notes (more details) We purchased the house from Patricia Ann McCaffrey on 9/25/2024 For quick reference, these are the properties nearby: 1. 328 Bachman (across the street) 2. 320 Bachman (across the street) 3. 312 Bachman (across the street) 4. 308 Bachman (across the street) 5. 300 Bachman (across the street) 6. 307 Bachman (immediate neighbor to the left (east), across the alley) 7. 240 Massol (immediate neighbor to the right (west)) 8. 232 Massol (immediate neighbor behind us, backing onto the same alley, we share a fence) 9. 231 Tate (nearby, backs on to the same alley) 10. 225 Tate (nearby, backs on to the same alley) 11. 303 Bachman (two houses to the left (east) LG Planning department computer 7/25/2025 321 Bachman: there are 1996 architectural diagrams in the microfiche folder showing a new primary bedroom and a bathroom were added, and that an existing garage with a “bedroom / loft” above it was demolished. The architect (Gary Kohlsaat, garyk@kohlsaatarch.com) gave permission for me to have copies of the plans (received 8/4/2025 and are included with this application). LG Planning department computer 8/1/2025 - #1: has permit applications on file but no architectural plans - #3: lots of architectural plans to add a basement, etc, but none showed property lines - #6: no architectural diagrams or plans; 2018 permit to refurbish cottage, new front door, 5 new windows; secondary dwelling unit approved in 1985 but no plans on file - #7: 103 pages of microfiche, ran out of time to review them all but there was a 1974 architectural diagram that might be relevant but the scans were very faint. - #10: ran out of time to research fully - #11: building permit on file for 1951 but no architectural plans on file - Nothing major on file for the other neighbors Page 173 LG Library 8/3/2025 We planned to look at the Sanborn Maps on file at the LG library but the ‘history room’ was not open the day we did the research (only open Tuesdays from 11:30-1:30 according to the sign on the door) Project Bellringer: only #1 was included on the list in the binder, but a newspaper article from 1976 says #9 was a “Bellringer house” too. Historic Property Research Collection: - #1: Sometime between 1934 and 1945 added a small porch off the dining room, and front porch was screened in with climbing roses and honeysuckle, ‘garage had been in lower backyard’, built estimated “1885 A.K”. - #7: ~1880 A.K., under ‘Remodeling’ section of 1971 survey says “back property split up and sold to closest property owners” but doesn’t give a year. Also says “33 ft additional in back area” and “garage used for office”. - #9: a 2005 historic tour brochure says “about 1965, Douglas and Marjorie Rose purchased the property and built a cottage on the back of the lot that they rented out in addition to the house. That cottage is not open for viewing”, 1976 newspaper article says it is a Bellringer house, has a phantom front door that once opened to Tate but now front door is elsewhere - #10: has a folder but nothing relevant to our project - No other houses above has folders in the collection Anne Bloomfield's Survey of 1991: none of the nearby houses are included, nothing on Bachman or Massol, a few on Tate but only up to #30 Tate. 1941 Tax Assessment Survey (note these show dimensions of buildings but not their relationship to property lines): - 321 Bachman: says the house was 2 years old in 1941, a scan is included in this application - #1: 45 years old - #2: 17 years old - #3: 40 years old - #4: 40 yo - #5: 10 yo - #6: not included - #7: 30 years old, worth $1700 - #8: not included - #9: 40 years old - #10: not included Page 174 Planning department computer 8/4/2025: LFTown / planning / address files / Bachman Ave / 321 / microfiche folder: - Nothing under any of the other folders - Home occupation permit 5/26/88 for Joyce Bahnsen - 97 scanned pages. Filled out form to request these documents on 8/4/2025. - Page 71 and 82: exhibit C PLAT to accompany the lot line adjustment Feb 1996 (page 82) and Sep 1996 (page 71). Filled out form to request these documents on 8/4/2025. FTown / building / address / Bachman Ave / 321 folder (requested and received copies of all on 8/4/2025): - permits folder has 3 folders: - B17-0257 - permit for new roof - 4/21/2017 - E18-135 - permit for add three circuit to allow the remaining knob and tube that is in use to be abandon, alter 19 lights, switches and outlets 10/05/2018 - M18-102 - permit to install condenser 7/12/2018 - Plans folder has one folder B21-0233: plans for chimney repair 3/21/17 - Microfiche folder has 49 pages including the architectural diagrams 240 Massol - Has plans approved 1/20/15 is for removing a brick fireplace and window, adding a breakfast nook, etc but the plans also show the existing garage - On the 2015 plans, the only thing that looks nonconforming to easements is the garage. There is no scale marking on the plans but it is 3/16” away from the fence when viewed at 50% - “The Poncetta Residence” - Architect: Flury Bryant design group 312 Bachman - Page 94 of microfiche has an architectural plan. The only thing that might be non-conforming is the extended garage (I think, its hard to read as the focus of the diagrams was the main house only) - 17 May 2004, approved 6/21/2004 - “Hubbard Santangeli Residence” - Architect E. Gary Schloh LG library, 8/4/2025: Polk directories (shows residents of 321 Bachman): 1939, 1940: 321 Bachman is not listed Page 175 1941: Biermann C F 1943, 1944, 1945: Kleiner Rudolph 1947: Countryman J. L. 1949-50, 1954, 1956, 1958: Fetsch Carrie Mrs 1952: no pink street guide section 1955: no Los Gatos in guide 1960, 1962, 1964: Young Doris Mrs 1965: Vandeberg Bessie E Mrs 1967: “vacant” 1968: Smyth Ethelyn H Mrs 1969: “no return” 1970, 1971, 1972, 1974: Hamner Eldo Mrs (spelled Hammer in 1970) 1974 was last Polk Directory on file, telephone directories after that don’t have street look-up Page 176 ATTACHMENT 5Page 177 Page 178 Page 179 Page 180 Page 181 Page 182 Page 183 Page 184 Page 185 Page 186 Page 187 Page 188 Page 189 Page 190 Page 191 Page 192 Page 193 Page 194 Page 195 Page 196 Page 197 Page 198 Page 199 Page 200 Page 201 Page 202 Page 203 Page 204 Page 205 Page 206 Page 207 Page 208 Page 209 Page 210 Page 211 Page 212 Page 213 Page 214 Page 215 Page 216 Page 217 Page 218 Page 219 Page 220 Page 221 Page 222 Page 223 Page 224 Page 225 Page 226 Page 227 Page 228 Page 229 Page 230 Page 231 Page 232 Page 233 This Page Intentionally Left Blank Page 234 Rendering from Bachman (w/ street trees) Scale: 1/4" = 1'-0"1 ©2025 J Kretschmer Architect ATTACHMENT 6 Page 235 Rendering from Bachman (w/o street trees) Scale: 1/4" = 1'-0"1 ©2025 J Kretschmer Architect Page 236 Residential Design Guidelines 33 Town of Los Gatos BUILDING DESIGN3 3.8.3 Use traditional detailing •Treat openings in walls as though they were constructed of the traditional material for the style. For example, be sure to provide substantial wall space above arches in stucco and stone walls. Traditionally, wall space above the arch would have been necessary to structurally span the opening, and to make the space too small is inconsistent with the archi- tectural style. •Openings in walls faced with stone, real or synthetic, should have defined lintels above the opening except in Mission or Spanish Eclectic styles. Lintels may be stone, brick or wood as suits the style of the house. •Treat synthetic materials as though they were authentic. For example, select synthetic stone patterns that place the individual stones in a horizontal plane as they would have been in a load bearing masonry wall. •Select roof materials that are consistent with the traditional architectural style (e.g., avoid concrete roof tiles on a Crafts- man Style house.) 3.8.4 Materials changes •Make materials and color changes at inside corners rather than outside corners to avoid a pasted on look. 3.9 ADDITIONS/ACCESSORY BUILDINGS/SECONDARY UNITS •Site additions in the least conspicuous place. In many cases this is a rear or side elevation - only rarely is it a rooftop. •The existing built forms, components and materials should be reinforced. Heights and proportions of additions and alterations should be consistent with and continue the original architectural style and design. •Additions should be subordinate, and compatible in scale and proportion to the historically significant portions of the existing structure. •When an addition or remodel requires the use of newly constructed exterior elements, they should be identical in size, dimension, shape and location as the original, and Use stone or wood lintels over openings in stone walls Additions, accessory buildings and secondary units should match the form, architectural style, and details of the original house ATTACHMENT 7 Page 237 Residential Design Guidelines34 Town of Los Gatos BUILDING DESIGN3 should utilize the same materials as the existing protected exterior elements. •When an addition necessitates the removal of architectural materials, such as siding, windows, doors, and decorative elements, they should be carefully removed and reused in the addition where possible. •The introduction of window and door openings not char- acteristic in proportion, scale, or style with the original architecture is strongly discouraged (e.g., sliding windows or doors in a structure characterized by double hung windows and swinging doors). •The character of any addition or alteration should be in keeping with and subordinate to the integrity of the original structure. •The amount of foundation exposed on the addition should match that of the original building. •Do not add roof top additions where the roof is of historic significance. •Second floor additions are discouraged in neighborhoods with largely one story homes. If horizontal expansion of the house is not possible, consider incorporating a second floor addition within the roof form as shown in the example to the left. •Second floor additions which are not embedded within the roof form should be located to the rear of the structure. •The height and proportion of an addition or a second story should not dominate the original structure. •Deck additions should be placed to the rear of the struc- ture only, and should be subordinate in terms of scale and detailing. •New outbuildings, such as garages, should be clearly subor- dinate to the main structure in massing, and should utilize forms, materials and details which are similar to the main structure. •Garages should generally be located to the rear of the lot behind the rear wall of the residence. One car wide access driveways should be utilized. Original structure Addition incorporated into the roof successfully adds space while respecting the integrity of the existing house and the scale of the neighborhood Placing a two story addition to the rear can minimize its impact on the historic resource and the scale of the neighborhood Page 238 MELAX RES GARAGE 321 BACHMAN AVE, LOS GATOS, CA 95030 SCOPE OF WORK JURISDICTION APPROVAL STAMPS PROJECT INFORMATION OWNER: JEAN AND STANLEY MELAX APN# 510-17-100 ZONING: R-1D:LHPTYPE V-B ; NON-SPRINKLERED(E) OCCUPANCY GROUP: R3 PROPOSED OCCUPANCY: R3/U PHONE: (408) 656-2503 MAILING & PROPERTY ADDRESS: 321 BACHMAN AVE, LOS GATOS, CA 95030 COPYRIGHT 2025 JENNIFER KRETSCHMER, AIA101 OLD BLOSSOM HILL ROADLOS GATOS, CA 95032(408) 221-0771MEMBER AMERICAN INSTITUTE OF ARCHITECTSOct. 25, 2025 J. KRETSCHMERARCHITECTMELAX RES GARAGE COVER SHEET G1.0J. KRETSCHMER, ARCHITECT. All drawings,specifications, and other documents, including those inelectronic form, prepared by the architect areinstruments of architectural service, and shall remainthe property of the Architect. Use is restricted tothe site for which they were prepared and for thepurpose of constructing, using and maintaining thisproject only. These drawings may not be copied,revised, re-used or disclosed without the writtenconsent of the Architect.NOTFORCONSTRUCTION2502SD102525.vwx Oct. 25, 2025 321 BACHMAN AVE LOS GATOS, CA 95030 DO NOT SCALE PLANSSCALE REFLECTS DRAWINGS PRINTED ON ARCH D 24x36 SIZE SHEETS N.T.S.VICINITY MAP N E S W * PROJECT LOC. OPERATIONAL MANUAL OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL. AT THE TIME OF FINAL INSPECTION, A MANUAL, COMPACT DISC, WEB-BASED REFERENCE OR OTHER MEDIA ACCEPTABLE TO THE ENFORCING AGENCY WHICH INCLUDES ALL OF THE FOLLOWING SHALL BE PLACED IN THE BUILDING:1. DIRECTIONS TO THE OWNER OR OCCUPANT THAT THE MANUAL SHALL REMAIN WITH THE BUILDING THROUGHOUTTHE LIFE CYCLE OF THE STRUCTURE.2. OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE FOLLOWING: A. EQUIPMENT AND APPLIANCES, INCLUDINGWATER-SAVING DEVICES AND SYSTEMS, HV AC SYSTEMS, WATER-HEATING SYSTEMS AND OTHER MAJOR APPLIANCESAND EQUIPMENT. B. ROOF AND YARD DRAINAGE, INCLUDING GUTTERS ANDDOWNSPOUTS. AC. SPACE CONDITIONING SYSTEMS, INCLUDING CONDENSERS AND AIR FILTERS. D. LANDSCAPEIRRIGATION SYSTEMS. E. WATER REUSE SYSTEMS.3. INFORMATION FROM LOCAL UTILITY, WATER AND WASTE RECOVERY PROVIDERS ON METHODS TO FURTHERREDUCE RESOURCE CONSUMPTION, INCLUDING RECYCLE PROGRAMS AND LOCATIONS.4. PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION AND/OR CARPOOL OPTIONS AVAILABLE IN THE AREA.5. EDUCATIONAL MATERIAL ON THE POSITIVE IMPACTS OF AN INTERIOR RELATIVE HUMIDITY BETWEEN 30-60 PERCENTAND WHAT METHODS AN OCCUPANT MAY USE TO MAINTAIN THE RELATIVE HUMIDITY LEVEL IN THAT RANGE.6. INFORMATION ABOUT WATER-CONSERVING LANDSCAPE AND IRRIGATION DESIGN AND CONTROLLERS WHICHCONSERVE WATER.7. INSTRUCTIONS FOR MAINTAINING GUTTERS AND DOWNSPOUTS AND THE IMPORTANCE OF DIVERTING WATER ATLEAST 5 FEET AWAY FROM THE FOUNDATION.8. INFORMATION ON REQUIRED ROUTINE MAINTENANCE MEASURES, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, CAULKING,PAINTING, GRADING AROUND THE BUILDING, ETC.9. INFORMATION ABOUT STATE SOLAR ENERGY AND INCENTIVE PROGRAMS AVAILABLE.10. A COPY OF ALL SPECIAL INSPECTION VERIFICATIONS REQUIRED BY THE ENFORCING AGENCY OR THIS CODE. ALL ADHESIVES, SEALANTS, CAULKS, PAINTS, COATINGS AND AEROSOL PAINT CONTAINERS MUST REMAIN ON THESITE FOR FIELD VERIFICATION BY THE BUILDING INSPECTOR PER CGBSC 4.504.2.4 VERIFICATION OF COMPLIANCE WITH THIS SECTION SHALL BE PROVIDED AT THE REQUEST OF THE ENFORCING AGENCY. DOCUMENTATION MAY INCLUDE, BUT IS NOT LIMITED TO, THE FOLLOWING:1. MANUFACTURER'S PRODUCT SPECIFICATION. 2. FIELD VERIFICATION OF ON-SITE PRODUCT CONTAINERS. PRIOR TO FINAL INSPECTION, A LETTER SIGNED BY THE GENERAL CONTRACTOR OR THE OWNER/BUILDER (FOR ANY OWNER/BUILDER PROJECTS) MUST BE PROVIDED TO THE TOWN OF LOS GATOS BUILDING OFFICIAL CERTIFYING THAT ALL ADHESIVES, SEALANTS, CAULKS, PAINTS, COATINGS, AEROSOL PAINTS, AEROSOL COATINGS, CARPET SYSTEMS (INCLUDING CARPETING, CUSHION AND ADHESIVES), RESILIENT FLOORING SYSTEMS, AND COMPOSITE WOOD PRODUCTS INSTALLED ON THIS PROJECT ARE WITHIN THE EMISSION LIMITS SPECIFIED IN CGBSC SEC. 4.504. CALGREEN ENVIRONMENT AIR QUALITY &and @ at C.L.centerlineØdiameter PLT plate#pound/number (E)existing (N)newABanchor bolt AC air conditionerAGG aggregate ALT alternate ALUM aluminumAPPROX approximate ARCH architectASBasbestos ASPH asphalt AVE avenueAVGaverage BD board BITUM bituminous BLDG buildingBLKblock BVLD boulevardBMbenchmark/beam CAB cabinetCBcatch basin CEM cementCIcast iron CJ control joint CLG ceilingCLKG caulking CLR clearCNTR counter CO cleanout COL columnCONC concrete CONN connectionCONST construction CONT continuous CORR corridorCTRcenter CYL cylinder DBL double DEPT departmentDFDouglas Fir/drinking fountain DIA diameterDIMdimension DISP dispenser DN downDSdownspout DW dishwasherDWG drawing EA eachEJexpansion joint EL elevationELEC electrical ELEV elevator EMER emergencyENCL enclosure EP electric panelboardEQequal EQUIP equipment EXIST existingEXPexposed EXT exterior FA fire alarm FD floor drainFDNfoundation FE fire extinguisherFECfire extinguisher cabinet FHC fire hose cabinet FIN finishFLfloor FLASH flashingFOCface of concrete FOF face of finish FOS face of studFPRF fire proof FS full sizeFTfoot/feet FTG footing FURN furnishFURR furring FUT future GA gauge GB grab barGALV galvanized GL glassGRD grade GYP gypsum HB hose bib HC hollow coreHDhot dipped HDWE hardware HDWD hardwoodHMhollow metal HORIZ horizontalHRhour HT height HTG heatingHTRheater ID inside diameter IN inches INT interiorINSUL insulation JAN janitor JT joint KD kiln dried LAM laminated LAV lavatory MAT material MAX maximumMCmedicine cabinet MDF medium density fiberboard MECH mechanicalMEMB membrane MET metalMFGR manufacture(r) MH manhole MIN minimumMIRmirror MISC miscellaneousMOmasonry opening MOD module/modular MTD mountedMULmullion NIC not in contract NO number NOM nominalNTSnot to scale OC on center OD outside diameter OFF officeOPNG opening OPP opposite PART partition PBO provided/supplied by ownerPERP perpendicular PG plate glassPLproperty line PLYWD plywood PR pairPTpressure treated QT quarry tile R rise/radiusRDroof drain REINF reinforce/reinforcingREFreference REFR refrigerator REQ requiredRESIL resilient REV revisionRMroom RO rough opening RWD redwoodRWLrain water leader SECT section SEL select SD soap dispenserSGsheet glass SH shelfSHTsheet SHWR shower SIM similarSPEC specification SQ squareSSstainless steel STD standard STL steelSTRUCT structural SUSP suspend(ed)SYM symmetrical TB towel barTELtelephone TER terrazzoT&G tongue & groove TOC top of curb TOP top of plateTPtop of pavement TPG tempered plate glassTVtelevision TW top of wall TYP typical VENT ventilationVERT vertical VEST vestibule VGDF vertical grain Douglas FirVOLvolume W/with WC water closet WD woodWFwide flange WIN windowW/O without WP waterproof(ing) WSCT wainscotWTweight STANDARD ABBREVIATIONS GENERAL CODE NOTES 1.FINISHED ROOFING MATERIAL SHALL BE INSTALLED AND COMPLETED PRIOR TO FRAME INSPECTION. SEE CRC SECT. R109, INSPECTIONS FOR ORDER OF INSPECTIONS BY ENFORCING AGENCY. 2.OPENINGS FROM A PRIVATE GARAGE DIRECTLY INTO A ROOM USED FOR SLEEPING PURPOSES SHALL NOT BE PERMITTED. OTHEROPENINGS BETWEEN THE GARAGE AND RESIDENCE SHALL BE EQUIPPED WITH SOLID WOOD DOORS NOT LESS THAN 13/8 INCHES (35 MM) IN THICKNESS, SOLID OR HONEYCOMBCORE STEEL DOORS NOT LESS THAN 13/8 INCHES (35 MM) THICK, OR 20-MINUTE FIRE-RATEDDOORS, EQUIPPED WITH A SELF-CLOSING AND SELF-LATCHING DEVICE, CRC SECT. R302.5.1. 3.ENCLOSED SPACE UNDER STAIRS THAT IS ACCESSED BY A DOOR OR ACCESS PANEL SHALL HAVE WALLS, UNDER-STAIR SURFACE AND ANY SOFFITS PROTECTED ON THE ENCLOSED SIDE WITH ½-INCH (12.7 MM) GYPSUM BOARD., CRC SECTION R302.7. 4.EACH HABITABLE ROOM SHALL COMPLY WITH MIN. AREA FOR NATURAL LIGHT AND VENTILATION OR MEET THE REQUIREMENTS FOREXCEPTIONS, PER CRC SECTIONS R303.1. BATHROOMS SHALL COMPLY WITH MIN. AREA FOR NATURAL LIGHT OR MEET REQUIREMENTS FOR EXCEPTIONS. PER CRC SECT. R303.3. BATHROOMS AND LAUNDRY ROOMS SHALL BE PROVIDED WITH EXHAUST FANS THAT COMPLYWITH CRC SECT. R303.3.1 & R303.4 AND THE CALIFORNIA MECHANICAL CODE. 5.INSTALL WATERPROOF MATERIAL SUCH AS TILE, ON TUB AND SHOWER WALLS +72" MIN ABOVE THE FLOOR PER CRC R307.2 6.SAFETY GLAZING, SUBJECT TO HUMAN IMPACT SHALL BE INSTALLED AT HAZARDOUS LOCATIONS PER CRC SECT. R308.1. AREAS TOBE DEFINED AS "HAZARDOUS LOCATIONS" ARE LISTED IN CRC SECT 308.4 AND INCLUDE: GLAZING IN DOORS, SLIDING DOOR ASSEMBLIESAND PANELS, SHOWER OR TUB ENCLOSURES AND IN WINDOWS WITHIN COMPARTMENTS WHERE EXPOSED EDGE OF GLAZING IS LESS THAN 60" ABOVE A STANDING SURFACE AND DRAIN INLET, GLAZING IN WINDOWS ADJACENT TO DOORS WITHIN 24" OF EITHER SIDE OF ADOOR IN A CLOSED POSITION AND WHERE THE BOTTOM EDGE OF THE GLAZING IS LESS THAN 60" ABOVE THE WALKING SURFACE. 7.EGRESS WINDOWS IN EACH BEDROOM SHALL COMPLY WITH CRC SECTION R310, OPERABLE FROM THE INSIDE TO PROVIDE A FULL, CLEAR OPENING WITHOUT THE USE OF SEPARATE TOOLS. ESCAPE WINDOWS SHALL HAVE A MINIMUM NET CLEAR OPENABLE AREA OF5.7 SF, AND 5.0 SF AT GRADE FLOOR OPENINGS. MINIMUM NET CLEAR HEIGHT 24", WIDTH OF 20" MINIMUM, AND FINISHED SILL NOT MORETHAN 44" ABOVE THE FINISHED FLOOR. 8.HANDRAILS SHALL BE PROVIDED ON NOT LESS THAN ONE SIDE OF RAMPS EXCEEDING A SLOPE OF 1 UNIT VERTICAL IN 12 UNITSHORIZONTAL (8.33-PERCENT SLOPE). HANDRAIL HEIGHT, MEASURED ABOVE THE FINISHED SURFACE OF THE RAMP SLOPE, SHALL BE NOTLESS THAN 34 INCHES (864 MM) AND NOT MORE THAN 38 INCHES (965 MM). HANDRAILS SHALL BE CONTINUOUS FOR THE FULL LENGTH OF THE STAIRS OR RAMP. HANDRAIL ENDS SHALL BE RETURNED OR SHALL TERMINATE IN NEWEL POSTS OR SAFETY TERMINALS.HANDRAILS ADJACENT TO A WALL SHALL HAVE A SPACE OF NOT LESS THAN 1 1/2" BETWEEN THE WALL AND THE HANDRAIL. HANDRAILSWITH A CIRCULAR CROSS SECTION SHALL HAVE AN OUTSIDE DIAMETER OF AT LEAST 1 1/4" AND NOT GREATER THAN 2". NON-CIRCULARHANDRAILS SHALL HAVE A PERIMETER DIMENSION OF AT LEAST 4" AND NOT GREATER THAN 6 1/4" WITH A MAX. CROSS SECTION DIMENSION OF 2 1/4". EDGES SHALL HAVE A MIN. RADIUS OF 0.01". CRC R311.7.8, R311.7.8.1, R311.7.8.3, R311.7.8.4 AND R311.7.8.5. 9.GUARDRAILS (GUARDS), REQUIRED GUARDS AT OPEN-SIDED WALKING SURFACES, INCLUDING STAIRS, PORCHES, BALCONIES ORLANDINGS, SHALL BE NOT LESS THAN 42 INCHES (1067 MM) IN HEIGHT AS MEASURED VERTICALLY ABOVE THE ADJACENT WALKING SURFACE OR THE LINE CONNECTING THE LEADING EDGES OF THE TREADS, INTERIOR OR EXTERIOR, CRC R312.1.2 EXCEPTION- GUARDSON THE OPEN SIDES OF STAIRS SHALL HAVE A HEIGHT OF NOT LESS THAN 34" AND NOT MORE THAN 38" MEASURED VERTICALLY FROM ALINE CONNECTING THE LEADING EDGES OF THE TREADS. GUARDS SHALL NOT HAVE AN OPENING FROM THE WALKWAY SURFACE TOTHE REQUIRED HEIGHT WHICH ALLOW PASSAGE OF A 4" DIAMETER SPHERE. CRC R312.1.3 10.SMOKE ALARMS SHALL BE PROVIDED AND INSTALLED PER CRC SECTION R314, AND NFPA 72. SMOKE ALARMS SHALL HAVE THEIRPRIMARY POWER SOURCE FROM THE BUILDING WIRING AND EQUIPPED WITH A BATTERY BACKUP. LOCATE ALARMS IN EACH SLEEPINGROOM AND ON THE CEILING OR WALL OUTSIDE SLEEPING AREA IN IMMEDIATE VICINITY OF BEDROOMS AND BE NOT LESS THAN 3 FEET FROM A BATHROOM DOOR THAT CONTAINS A BATHTUB OR SHOWER UNLESS THIS WOULD PREVENT PLACEMENT OF A SMOKE ALARMREQUIRED BY SECTION R314. 11. NEWLY CONSTRUCTED DWELLINGS SHALL HAVE AT LEAST ONE BATHROOM ON THE ENTRY LEVEL SHALL BE PROVIDED WITH REINFORCEMENT INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH CRC SECTION R327. WHERE THERE IS NO BATHROOM ON THE ENTRY LEVEL, AT LEAST ONE BATHROOM ON THE SECOND OR THIRD FLOOR OF THE DWELLING SHALL COMPLY WITH SECTION R327. 12. ENERGY STORAGE SYSTEMS INSTALLED IN A LOCATION SUBJECT TO VEHICLE IMPACT (I.E. GARAGE OR CARPORT) SHALL BE PROVIDED WITH IMPACT PROTECTION, CRC SEC 328.8. SEE FIGURE R328.8.1. 13.INSTALL UNDERFLOOR ACCESS WITH ACCESSIBLE MINIMUM CLEARANCE 18" x 24" AND FREE FROM PIPES, DUCTS AND SIMILAR OBSTRUCTION, CRC SECTION R408.4. 14.INSTALL ATTIC ACCESS WITH MINIMUM 22" x 3O" ROUGH OPENING LOCATED IN HALLWAY OR OTHER READILY ACCESSIBLE LOCATION,HAVING A 30" MINIMUM UNOBSTRUCTED HEADROOM IN THE ATTIC SPACE, ABOVE THE OPENING, CRC R807.1. 15.WATER HEATERS SHALL BE STRAPPED FOR SEISMIC BRACING, TOP AND BOTTOM PER CPC SECTION 507.2 AND SECURED TO THESTRUCTURE. LISTED WATER HEATERS SHALL BE INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THEIR LISTINGS AND THE MANUFACTURER'SINSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS PER CPC 504.3.1. UNLISTED WATER HEATERS SHALL BE INSTALLED WITH A CLEARANCE OF 12" ON ALL SIDES AND REAR PER CPC 504.3.2. COMBUSTION AIR SHALL BE PROVIDED IN ACCORDANCE WITH CMC SECTION 701. WATER HEATERCLOSET OPENING SHALL HAVE A MINIMUM OF 1 SQ. IN. PER 1000 BTU INPUT, BUT NOT LESS THAN 100 SQ. IN. ONE OPENING SHALLCOMMENCE WITHIN 12” OF THE TOP OF THE ENCLOSURE AND ONE OPENING SHALL COMMENCE WITHIN 12” OF THE BOTTOM OF THEENCLOSURE PER CMC 701.5. 16.WATER HEATER PRESSURE RELIEF VALVES SHALL BE EQUIPPED WITH PIPING DIRECTLY TO THE EXTERIOR AND TERMINATING NOTLESS THAN 6" ABOVE GRADE. INSTALL HOSE BIBBS AT LOCATIONS NOTED HB. USE FAUCET TYPE EQUIPPED WITH BACKFLOW OR BACK SIPHONAGE PROTECTION PER CPC SECTION 603.5.7. 17.VENTING OF GAS APPLIANCES SHALL BE IN ACCORDANCE WITH CMC SECTION 802. VERIFY RUN, OFFSETS, SLOPES AND DIRECTIONOF VENTS THROUGH FRAMING TO PROVIDE MINIMUM CLEARANCE TO COMBUSTIBLES FOR TYPE FLUE USED. 18.GAS APPLIANCES INSTALLED IN THE GARAGE SHALL BE ELEVATED SO THAT PILOTS AND BURNERS ARE AT LEAST 18" ABOVE THEFLOOR PER CPC 507.13. PROTECT APPLIANCES FROM DAMAGE BY INSTALLING A PROTECTIVE STEEL POST, 3" DIA. X 24" HIGH, 12" INFRONT OF APPLIANCE, UNLESS LOCATED OUTSIDE THE NORMAL PATH OF A VEHICLE. 19.GAS PIPE CONNECTION TO EACH APPLIANCES SHALL HAVE AN ACCESSIBLE SHUT-OFF VALVE AND BE INSTALLED WITHFLEX-CONNECTORS PER CPC 1212.6. 20.INSTALL SOLID BACKING AT WALLS AND WATERPROOF MEMBRANE AT SHOWER PAN, SEAMLESS TYPE "OATEY" UP 12" MIN WALLSAND OVER SHOWER CURB. SHAPE SHOWER PAN FLOOR USING 3/4" PLYWOOD SHIMMED TO FORM SLOPE TO DRAIN. INSTALL 4 X 4 PTDFCURB, PER CPC 408.5 - 408.7. 21.SHOWER AND TUB-SHOWER VALVES SHALL BE PRESSURE BALANCED AND/OR THERMOSTATIC MIXING VALVES AND SHALL COMPLYWITH CPC SECTION 408.3. 22.ALL SHOWER HEADS IN THE EXISTING RESIDENCE WITH A FLOW RATE GREATER THAN 2.5 GPM WILL NEED TO BE REPLACED WITH A MAXIMUM 1.8 GPM SHOWER HEAD. FAUCETS WITH A FLOW RATE GREATER THAN 2.2 GPM WILL NEED TO BE REPLACEDWITH MAXIMUM FLOW RATE OF 1.2 GPM FOR LAVATORY FAUCETS AND 1.8 GPM FOR KITCHEN FAUCETS PER CALIFORNIA CIVIL CODEARTICLE 1101.4 AND CALGREEN SECTION 4.303. 23.INSTALL WATER CLOSETS (TOILETS) HAVING A 1.28 GALLONS/FLUSH MAXIMUM. PER CALIFORNIA CIVIL CODE ARTICLE1101.4 AND CALGREEN SECTION 4.303.1.1 THE WATER CLOSET SPACE SHALL BE SET NO CLOSER THAN 15" FROM ITS CENTER TO A SIDEWALL AND NO CLOSER THAN 30" CENTER TO CENTER TO A SIMILAR FIXTURE. CLEARANCE IN FRONT OF WATER CLOSET SHALL BE NOT LESS THAN 24" PER CPC SECTION 402.5. 24.WHIRLPOOL TUB SHALL COMPLY WITH CPC SECTION 409.0 AND THE CEC. ELECTRICAL POWER SOURCE SHALL BE EQUIPPED WITHGROUND-FAULT CIRCUIT INTERRUPTER PROTECTION. 25.LIGHT FIXTURES INSTALLED IN CLOSETS SHALL BE SURFACE MOUNTED FLUORESCENT, LOCATED ON THE WALL ABOVE THE DOORAND HAVE MINIMUM CLEARANCES OF 12" TO STORAGE SHELVES, PER CEC SECTION 410.2. 26.ELECTRICAL RECEPTACLES LOCATED IN THE GARAGE, (SEE EXCEPTIONS FOR SPECIFIC EQUIPMENT) EXTERIOR (WATERPROOF),CRAWL SPACE, BATHROOMS. KITCHEN COUNTERS AND WITHIN 6' AND WITHIN 6' EACH WAY FROM SINKS OR LAVATORIES, SHALL BEGROUND_FAULT CIRCUIT INTERRUPTER PROTECTED (GFI) IN ACCORDANCE WITH CEC SECTION 210.8. 27.INSTALL LIGHT FIXTURES, LOCATED IN KITCHENS AND ROOMS HAVING WATER CLOSETS THAT DO NOT EXCEED 40 LUMENS/WATT(FLUORESCENT TYPE) PER CALIFORNIA TITLE 24. INSTALL FIXTURES RATED FOR DAMP LOCATIONS (DL), EXTERIOR AND IN SHOWER ORTUB COMPARTMENTS. INSTALL FIXTURES RECESSED IN THE CEILINGS RATED FOR INSULATION PROTECTION (IC/AT) AND AIRTIGHT PERCEC SECTION 410.10. APPLICABLE CODES 2022 CALIFORNIA BUILDING CODE 2022 CALIFORNIA PLUMBING CODE 2022 CALIFORNIA MECHANICAL CODE 2022 CALIFORNIA ELECTRICAL CODE 2022 CALIFORNIA ENERGY CODE 2022 CALIFORNIA FIRE CODE2022 CALIFORNIA RESIDENTIAL CODE 2022 CALIFORNIA GREEN BUILDING STANDARDS CODE A1.0 EXISTING SITE PLAN A3.0 EXISTING EXTERIOR ELEVATIONS A2.0 (E) & DEMOLITION 1ST FLOOR PLAN G1.0 COVER SHEET TABLE OF CONTENTS A1.1 PROPOSED SITE PLAN A2.1 PROPOSED 1ST FLOOR PLAN A3.1 PROPOSED EXTERIOR ELEVATIONS NEW POP OUT W/ WDWS AT LIVING RM. (2) NEW SKYLIGHTS IN LIVING RM. NEW FRONT ENTRY PORCH W/ COLUMNS AND FLAT ROOF. NEW BAY WDW AT KITCHEN. NEW DOOR AND STEPS DOWN TO A NEW PATIO W/ COLUMNS AND A FLAT ROOF. RELOCATE (E) A.C.NEW GARAGE W/ LAUNDRY AREA. A4.0 EXISTING ROOF PLAN A4.1 PROPOSED ROOF PLAN A1.2 STREETSCAPE, STREET MAP GARAGE F.A.R. CALC.CALCULATION NOT NEEDED AS GARAGES UP TO 400 SQUARE FEET ARE EXEMPT FROM F.A.R. HOUSE F.A.R. CALC: 0.3744 (SURVEY) LOT SIZE: 3538.456 SQ. FT. (SURVEY) TOTAL FLOOR AREA ALLOWED: 1324.653 SQ. FT. (SURVEY) (E) HOUSE AREA: 1098.403 SQ. FT. (SURVEY) NEW GARAGE AREA: 312 SQ. FT. (SURVEY) 3538.456 (PER SURVEY)1098.403 SQ. FT. (E) LOT COVERAGE: 0.31= 31% BUILDING LOT COVERAGE LOT SIZE: EXISTING FIRST FLOOR: PROPOSED FIRST FLOOR: PROPOSED GARAGE:312 SQ. FT. PROPOSED COVERED PORCH:200 SQ. FT. 1610.403 SQ. FT. TOTAL PROPOSED: PROPOSED LOT COVERAGE: 0.455= 46% 1098.403 SQ. FT. 3538.456 (PER SURVEY)LOT SIZE: G1.1 STORMWATER REDUCTION, PEST CONTROL ATTACHMENT 8Page 239 COPYRIGHT 2025 JENNIFER KRETSCHMER, AIA101 OLD BLOSSOM HILL ROADLOS GATOS, CA 95032(408) 221-0771MEMBER AMERICAN INSTITUTE OF ARCHITECTSOct. 25, 2025 J. KRETSCHMERARCHITECTMELAX RES GARAGE STORMWATERREDUCTION, PEST CONTROL G1.1J. KRETSCHMER, ARCHITECT. All drawings, specifications, and other documents, including those in electronic form, prepared by the architect are instruments of architectural service, and shall remain the property of the Architect. Use is restricted to the site for which they were prepared and for the purpose of constructing, using and maintaining this project only. These drawings may not be copied, revised, re-used or disclosed without the written consent of the Architect.NOTFORCONSTRUCTION2502SD102525.vwx Oct. 25, 2025 321 BACHMAN AVE LOS GATOS, CA 95030 DO NOT SCALE PLANSSCALE REFLECTS DRAWINGS PRINTED ON ARCH D 24x36 SIZE SHEETS 07/01/2016 Pesticides are often used in maintaining landscapes. The amount of pesticides entering our creeks and Bay can be decreased by using alternative design and maintenance techniques that: • Reduce the potential for the pesticides to run off the landscape; • Reduce the amount of chemicals necessary to ensure healthy plants or eliminate the need for pesticide usage at all; or, • Decrease the need for landscape maintenance by designing landscapes that minimize pest infestation and create low maintenance environments. Refer to the back of this fact sheet for more design and maintenance tips. How Can Landscape Design and Maintenance Techniques Reduce Pesticide Usage? Why is it Important to Reduce Pesticide Usage? When it rains, pesticides used in maintaining landscapes and gardens are washed off the plants and soils they are used to protect. This stormwater runs off the landscape and flows to the nearest storm drain, which ultimately carries the water to a local creek or the San Francisco Bay without treatment. Pesticides carried with stormwater into creeks and the Bay may be harmful to fish and other organisms that live there. Minimizing use of pesticides in landscape maintenance helps protect water quality, aquatic life, and human health. Santa Clara Valley Urban Runoff Pollution Prevention Program PROPERTY MAINTENANCE FACT SHEET Landscape Maintenance Techniques for PP ee sstt RReedduu cc ttiioo nn Who should use this Fact Sheet? • Development Project Applicants • City/County Planners • Landscape Maintenance Personnel • Landscape Architects • Homeowners Integrated Pest Management (IPM) is a decision-making process for managing pests that uses monitoring to determine pest-caused injury levels and determine the best methods for their control. IPM uses a combination of : • biological controls (e.g., natural enemies or predators); • physical or mechanical controls (e.g., hand labor or mowing); • cultural controls (e.g., mulching, discing, or alternative plant type selection); and • reduced risk chemical controls (e.g., soaps or oils) in order to minimize pesticide usage. The IPM method uses the least hazardous pesticides only as a last resort for controlling pests. What is Integrated Pest Management? 07/01/2016 Central Contra Costa County Sanitary District Our Water Our World IPM Fact Sheets www.centralsan.org San Francisco Department of the Environment www.sfenvironment.com IPM Information: www.mywatershedwatch.org University of California Cooperative Extension Master Gardeners: www.mastergardeners.org University of California IPM (800) 994-8849 www.ipm.ucdavis.edu • Natural Enemies Handbook: The Illustrated Guide to Biological Pest Control • The UC Guide to Solving Garden and Landscape Problems: An Interactive CD- ROM • Pests of Landscape Trees and Shrubs IPM Access, www.efn.org/~ipmpa, IPM Based Landscape Design. Bio-Integral Resource Center (BIRC) (510) 524-2567 www.birc.org Pest Reducing Landscape Design Techniques • Design the landscape for efficient irrigation and drainage. • Design the landscape to conform to natural drainage patterns. • Retain existing native, pest-resistant trees, shrubs and plants. • Select pest-resistant plants adapted to your specific area. Consider site-specific characteristics such as the soil, topography, climate, amount and timing of sunlight, prevailing winds, rainfall, air movement, patterns of land use, ecological consistency and plant interactions. • Prevent the need for routine pruning by selecting plants based on their size and shape when mature. • Situate plants to facilitate maintenance. Install mowing strips, tree wells and pathway edging to reduce problems associated with maintaining the interface between different elements of the design. • Plant at the right time of year. Pest Reducing Landscape Maintenance Techniques • Employ nonchemical Integrated Pest Management methods (biological, physical and cultural controls) before using chemicals to treat a pest problem. • If pesticides are necessary, use the least toxic pesticide available. Avoid use of organophosphates such as diazinon and chlorpyrifos (Dursban) as well as copper-based pesticides. • Do not over apply pesticide. Spray only where the infestation exists. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions for mixing and applying materials. • Properly sweep up spilled fertilizers or pesticides. Do not wash away or bury such spills. • Properly dispose of chemical wastes by recycling, reusing, or disposing of as hazardous waste. Do not dispose of debris into or near channels or other waterways or leave it where it may contact runoff. • Apply pesticides at the appropriate time to maximize their effectiveness and minimize the likelihood of discharging undegraded pesticides into runoff. With the exception of pre-emergent pesticides, avoid application if rain is expected. • Maintain healthy soils by incorporating organic matter, making regular pH adjustments, and appropriately fertilizing. • Do not overwater. • Minimize irrigation overspray. • Prune to increase air circulation but do not overprune. • Apply 2-4 inches of mulch or geotextiles to exposed soils to prevent weed growth. • Mow lawns and turf high and leave clippings in place. • Replace problem plants with locally-adapted, pest resistant plants. • Remove, rake up and dispose of diseased plant parts. ADDITIONAL RESOURCES What is Stormwater Pollution? In natural landscapes, most of the rainwater soaks into the soil. However, in urban areas, impervious or hard surfaces such as buildings, driveways, sidewalks, and streets prevent rainwater from soaking into the ground and cause stormwater runoff. As stormwater runoff flows over impervious surfaces, it can pick up pollutants such as litter, motor oil, metals, and pesticides, and carry them into storm drains. This polluted runoff flows directly into local creeks and San Francisco Bay, without any cleaning or filtering to remove pollutants. Why are Stormwater Quality Controls Being Required for My Project? Local agencies in urbanized portions of the Bay Area are responsible for controlling stormwater pollution by complying with the Municipal Regional Stormwater Permit (MRP), reissued by the Regional Water Quality Control Board in May 2022. Larger development projects have been required to implement stormwater quality controls for over a decade. A new requirement in the MRP now mandates stormwater quality controls for some large single-family homes. How Do These Requirements Impact My Project? Beginning July 1, 2023, single-family home projects that create and/or replace 10,000 square feet or more of impervious surface must meet stormwater quality requirements by including site design measures, source control measures, low impact development (LID) treatment measures, and construction site best management practices, as appropriate for the project. Runoff from portions of the public right of way, such as the street frontage, that are constructed or reconstructed as part of the project will also need to be treated using LID treatment measures. These features are explained below and should be incorporated into the project design as early as possible. Site Design Measures Site design measures help to reduce stormwater flow and water quality impacts of the project by: • Preserving existing vegetation; • Reducing the amount of impervious surface using landscaping and/or pervious pavement; • Directing flow from roof downspouts to landscaping instead of impervious surfaces. If designed properly, site design measures can reduce or eliminate the need for treatment measures. Source Control Measures Source controls prevent potential pollutant sources from contacting stormwater. Examples include: • Storing household chemicals (e.g., paints, pesticides, fertilizers, and cleaning products) indoors • Connecting swimming pools and spas to the sanitary sewer system LID Stormwater Treatment Measures LID measures are treatment systems designed to treat a specific amount of stormwater runoff from buildings, streets, and parking lots by filtration through a special soil media, infiltration into the ground, or storage for future use. This reduces the quantity of water and pollutants flowing into storm drains and local creeks. The site design and LID treatment measures described on the next page can be used to collect runoff from roofs, driveways, and other impervious surfaces to meet stormwater quality requirements. New Stormwater Control Requirements for Large Single-Family Home Development Landscape Dispersion Landscaped areas can be designed to collect stormwater runoff from building roofs and paved areas. For design guidance, see the Landscape Designs for Stormwater Management Fact Sheet. Bioretention Areas or Rain Gardens Bioretention areas or rain gardens are shallow, depressed, landscaped areas that use a special soil mix to remove pollutants from stormwater runoff. For design guidance, see the Rain Garden Fact Sheet. Rainwater Harvesting Rain barrels or cisterns can be used to collect and store rainwater for use in landscape irrigation and toilet flushing. For guidance on the determining the storage capacity of the rain barrel or cistern, see the Rain Barrels and Cisterns Fact Sheet. Pervious Concrete, Porous Asphalt, and Pervious Pavers Pervious surfaces can be used in driveways, backyards, and walkways. Pervious surfaces include the following: pervious concrete or porous asphalt, grid pavers with gaps filled with gravel or turf, interlocking pavers made of pervious material, and solid interlocking pavers that have gaps between them. For design guidance, see the Pervious Pavement Fact Sheet. Construction Site Measures Project sites are required to use construction best management practices (BMPs), such as: • Controlling soil erosion onsite and preventing sediment from being carried or tracked offsite; • Covering construction materials and containing wastes such that they do not enter storm drains; • Protecting storm drain inlets using rubber mats, gravel bags, etc. What is Required for My Project? Check with your local Planning Department for information on which stormwater requirements apply and what information is required to be submitted with the project application. You may be required to submit a Stormwater Control Plan prior to project approval. A Roof and driveway draining to landscaping Bioretention area Driveway with pervious pavers This fact sheet was developed by the Santa Clara Valley Urban Runoff Pollution Prevention Program (SCVURPPP). For more information, visit www.scvurppp.org Santa Clara Valley Urban Runoff Pollution Prevention Program, 2023 Rain barrel Page 240 DOC. 25604950APN: 510-17-101409.00BW 408.98 FW 408.86 TC408.43 FL 408. 54 LIP 407.56 CL 406.16 CL 405.33LIPEXISTING SITE PLAN Scale: 1/8" = 1'-0" 0 10 20 30 40 FT 408.04 408.10 407.94407.64 408.03 408.51 408.50 408.94 408.86 409.67 409.64 408.89 408.85 15" DIA. STRAWBERRY 40" DIA. PINE ALLEY (16' WIDE) ASPHALT PAVED ROAD CHIMNEY LANDSCAPE GRAVEL DRIVEWAY CONC. DRIVEWAY AC LAWN/LANDSCAPE PAVERS PAVERS PAVERS BACHMAN AVENUE(60' WIDE)MELAX RES. DOC. 25703706 APN: 510-17-100 3,538 Sq.Ft.± (0.081 Acres±) EX-HOUSE FF=409.9'PAVED ROADCONCRETE CURB, GUTTER AND DETACHED SIDEWALK407.9' 408.32 408.54 408.48 408.7 408.71' 10" DIA. SSCO 408.8 408.4 408.8 GATEWMS53°28'28''E 48.26'S19°15'16''W 65.46'S68°12'50''E 52.28'S23°47'32''W 77.72'409409 408 407 408 408 STONE PAVERS STONE PAVERSSTONE PAVERS CONC. ELEC. GAS 408 407 406 CONC. WALK STEP (E) PICKET FENCELAWN/LANDSCAPE LANDSCAPELANDSCAPELAWN/LANDSCAPE 10" DIA. AVOCADO A B C POWER / TELEPHONE POLE 6" DIA. AZADIRACHTA INDICA 6" DIA. AZADIRACHTA INDICA 408 408.88 408.95 408.98 409 408.96 409 409.23 409.02 409.3 409.27 409.22 409.19 408.82 408.77 407.26407.88 406.93 406.89 406.83 407.42 407.26 407.39 407.18 407.06 407.19 408.03 409.41 409.43 409 FENCE/GATE FENCEFENCEFENCE FENCE FENCE/GATEFENCEFENCE GATECONCRETE VALLEY GUTTER 307 BACHMAN AVE. 240 MASSOL AVE.SETBACK5'-0"4'-0" SETBACK 5'-0"SIDE SETBACKAPPROVED NON-CONFORMING SETBACK LINE 10'-2" 4'-10" NOTES: 1. IT IS RECOMMENDED TO HAVE THE SIDE AND FRONT YARD PROPERTY LINES ESTABLISHED THROUGH A SURVEY PRIOR TO FORMING ANY PORTION OF THE FOUNDATION. 2. FINISH GRADE AROUND THE STRUCTURE SHALL SLOPE AWAY FROM THE FOUNDATION AT A MINIMUM OF 5% FOR AT LEAST 10 FEET FROM THE STRUCTURE, PER CBC 1804.4.3. EAVE PROJECTIONS OF >2' AND <5' FROM THE PROPERTY LINE SHALL BE 1 HR FIRE RATED PER CRC R302 & TABLE R302.1(1).4. IF THERE ARE ANY DISCREPANCIES, STOP WORK AND CONTACT THE ARCHITECT IMMEDIATELY. COPYRIGHT 2025 JENNIFER KRETSCHMER, AIA101 OLD BLOSSOM HILL ROADLOS GATOS, CA 95032(408) 221-0771MEMBER AMERICAN INSTITUTE OF ARCHITECTSOct. 25, 2025 J. KRETSCHMERARCHITECTMELAX RES GARAGE (E) SITE PLAN A1.0J. KRETSCHMER, ARCHITECT. All drawings, specifications, and other documents, including those in electronic form, prepared by the architect are instruments of architectural service, and shall remain the property of the Architect. Use is restricted to the site for which they were prepared and for the purpose of constructing, using and maintaining this project only. These drawings may not be copied, revised, re-used or disclosed without the written consent of the Architect.NOTFORCONSTRUCTION2502SD102525.vwx Oct. 25, 2025 321 BACHMAN AVE LOS GATOS, CA 95030 DO NOT SCALE PLANSSCALE REFLECTS DRAWINGS PRINTED ON ARCH D 24x36 SIZE SHEETS APN MAP N.T.S.PROJECT SITE Page 241 EXISTING SITE PLAN Scale: 1/8" = 1'-0" 0 10 20 30 40 FT 408 408 20'-0" REMOVE 15" DIA.STRAWBERRY 16'-0"(E) PICKET FENCE(E) PICKET FENCEBACHMAN AVENUE(60' WIDE)ALLEY (16' WIDE)CONCRETE CURB, GUTTER AND DETACHED SIDEWALKASPHALT PAVED ROAD CONCRETE VALLEY GUTTER CHIMNEYLANDSCAPE LANDSCAPE REAR SETBACK 408.71' 10" DIA. SSCO GATEWMS53°28'28''E 48.26'S19°15'16''W 65.46'S68°12'50''E 52.28'S23°47'32''W 77.72'409409 408 407 408 4 0 8 STONE PAVERS STONE PAVERSSTONE PAVERS CONC. 408 407 406 CONC. WALK STEP (E) GATELAWN/LANDSCAPE SETBACK5'-0"10'-10 1/2" 4'-1 1/2" 4'-0" SETBACK APPROVED NON-CONFORMING SETBACK LINE 408.88 408.95 408.98 409 408.96 409 409.23 409.02 409.3 409.27 409.22 409.19 408.82 408.77 407.26407.88 406.93 406.89 406.83 407.42 407.26 407.39 407.18 407.06 407.19 408.03 409.41 409.43 GARAGE PROPOSED ADDITION MELAX RES. DOC. 25703706 APN: 510-17-100 3,538 Sq.Ft.± (0.081 Acres±) EX-HOUSE FF=409.9' 12'-10" 12'-0" 2'-2" 3'-0"5'-0"SIDE SETBACKLOS GATOS TOWN CODE CHAPTER 29 – ZONING REGULATIONS ARTICLE I. – IN GENERAL DIVISION 2. TREE PROTECTION SEC. 29.10.1005. PROTECTION OF TREES DURING CONSTRUCTION.(A) PROTECTIVE TREE FENCING SHALL SPECIFY THE FOLLOWING:(1) SIZE AND MATERIALS. SIX (6) FOOT HIGH CHAIN LINK FENCING, MOUNTED ON TWO-INCH DIAMETER GALVANIZED IRON POSTS, SHALL BE DRIVEN INTO THE GROUND TO A DEPTH OF AT LEAST TWO (2) FEET AT NO MORE THAN 10-FOOT SPACING. FOR PAVING AREA THAT WILL NOT BE DEMOLISHED AND WHEN STIPULATED IN A TREE PRESERVATION PLAN, POSTS MAY BE SUPPORTED BY A CONCRETE BASE. (2) AREA TYPE TO BE FENCED. TYPE I: ENCLOSURE WITH CHAIN LINK FENCING OF EITHER THE ENTIRE DRIPLINE AREA OR AT THE TREE PROTECTION ZONE (TPZ), WHEN SPECIFIED BY A CERTIFIED OR CONSULTING ARBORIST. TYPE II: ENCLOSURE FOR STREET TREES LOCATED IN A PLANTER STRIP: CHAIN LINK FENCE AROUND THE ENTIRE PLANTER STRIP TO THE OUTER BRANCHES. TYPE III: PROTECTION FOR A TREE LOCATED IN A SMALL PLANTER CUTOUT ONLY (SUCH AS DOWNTOWN): ORANGE PLASTIC FENCING SHALL BE WRAPPED AROUND THE TRUNK FROM THE GROUND TO THE FIRST BRANCH WITH 2-INCH WOODEN BOARDS BOUND SECURELY ON THE OUTSIDE. CAUTION SHALL BE USED TO AVOID DAMAGING ANY BARK OR BRANCHES.(3) DURATION OF TYPE I, II, III FENCING. FENCING SHALL BE ERECTED BEFORE DEMOLITION, GRADING OR CONSTRUCTION PERMITS ARE ISSUED AND REMAIN IN PLACE UNTIL THE WORK IS COMPLETED. CONTRACTOR SHALL FIRST OBTAIN THE APPROVAL OF THE PROJECT ARBORIST ON RECORD PRIOR TO REMOVING A TREE PROTECTION FENCE.(4) WARNING SIGN. EACH TREE FENCE SHALL HAVE PROMINENTLY DISPLAYED AN 8.5 X 11-INCH SIGN STATING: "WARNING—TREE PROTECTION ZONE-THIS FENCE SHALL NOT BE REMOVED AND IS SUBJECT TO PENALTY ACCORDING TO TOWN CODE 29.10.1025". (B) ALLPERSONS, SHALL COMPLY WITH THE FOLLOWING PRECAUTIONS: (1) PRIOR TO THE COMMENCEMENT OF CONSTRUCTION, INSTALL THE FENCE AT THE DRIPLINE, OR TREE PROTECTION ZONE (TPZ) WHEN SPECIFIED IN AN APPROVED ARBORIST REPORT, AROUND ANY TREE AND/OR VEGETATION TO BE RETAINED WHICH COULD BE AFFECTED BY THE CONSTRUCTION AND PROHIBIT ANY STORAGE OF CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS OR OTHER MATERIALS, EQUIPMENT CLEANING, OR PARKING OF VEHICLES WITHIN THE TPZ. THE DRIPLINE SHALL NOT BE ALTERED IN ANY WAY SO AS TO INCREASE THE ENCROACHMENT OF THE CONSTRUCTION.(2) PROHIBIT ALL CONSTRUCTION ACTIVITIES WITHIN THE TPZ, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO: EXCAVATION, GRADING, DRAINAGE AND LEVELING WITHIN THE DRIPLINE OF THE TREE UNLESS APPROVED BY THE DIRECTOR.(3) PROHIBIT DISPOSAL OR DEPOSITING OF OIL, GASOLINE, CHEMICALS OR OTHER HARMFUL MATERIALS WITHIN THE DRIPLINE OF OR IN DRAINAGE CHANNELS, SWALES OR AREAS THAT MAY LEAD TO THE DRIPLINE OF A PROTECTED TREE.(4) PROHIBIT THE ATTACHMENT OF WIRES, SIGNS OR ROPES TO ANY PROTECTED TREE.(5) DESIGN UTILITY SERVICES AND IRRIGATION LINES TO BE LOCATED OUTSIDE OF THE DRIPLINE WHEN FEASIBLE.(6) RETAIN THE SERVICES OF A CERTIFIED OR CONSULTING ARBORIST WHO SHALL SERVE AS THE PROJECT ARBORIST FOR PERIODIC MONITORING OF THE PROJECT SITE AND THE HEALTH OF THOSE TREES TO BE PRESERVED. THE PROJECT ARBORIST SHALL BE PRESENT WHENEVER ACTIVITIES OCCUR WHICH MAY POSE A POTENTIAL THREAT TO THE HEALTH OF THE TREES TO BE PRESERVED AND SHALL DOCUMENT ALL SITE VISITS.(7) THE DIRECTOR AND PROJECT ARBORIST SHALL BE NOTIFIED OF ANY DAMAGE THAT OCCURS TO A PROTECTED TREE DURING CONSTRUCTION SO THAT PROPER TREATMENT MAY BE ADMINISTERED.(ORD. NO. 2114, §§ I, II, 8-4-03)PAGE 1 OF 4SEC. 29.10.1010. PRUNING AND MAINTENANCE.ALL PRUNING SHALL BE IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CURRENT VERSION OF THE INTERNATIONAL SOCIETY OF ARBORICULTURE BEST MANAGEMENT PRACTICES—TREE PRUNING AND ANSI A300-PART 1 TREE, SHRUB AND OTHER WOODY PLANT MANAGEMENT—STANDARD PRACTICES, (PRUNING) AND ANY SPECIAL CONDITIONS AS DETERMINED BY THE DIRECTOR. FOR DEVELOPMENTS, WHICH REQUIRE A TREE PRESERVATION REPORT, A CERTIFIED OR CONSULTING ARBORIST SHALL BE IN REASONABLE CHARGE OF ALL ACTIVITIES INVOLVING PROTECTED TREES, INCLUDING PRUNING, CABLING AND ANY OTHER WORK IF SPECIFIED.(1) ANY PUBLIC UTILITY INSTALLING OR MAINTAINING ANY OVERHEAD WIRES OR UNDERGROUND PIPES OR CONDUITS IN THE VICINITY OF A PROTECTED TREE SHALL OBTAIN PERMISSION FROM THE DIRECTOR BEFORE PERFORMING ANY WORK, INCLUDING PRUNING, WHICH MAY CAUSE INJURY TO A PROTECTED TREE. (E.G. CABLE TV/FIBER OPTIC TRENCHING, GAS, WATER, SEWER TRENCH, ETC.).(2) PRUNING FOR CLEARANCE OF UTILITY LINES AND ENERGIZED CONDUCTORS SHALL BE PERFORMED IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE CURRENT VERSION OF THE AMERICAN NATIONAL STANDARDS INSTITUTE (ANSI) A300 (PART 1)-PRUNING, SECTION 5.9 UTILITY PRUNING. USING SPIKES OR GAFFS WHEN PRUNING, EXCEPT WHERE NO OTHER ALTERNATIVE IS AVAILABLE, IS PROHIBITED.(3) NO PERSON SHALL PRUNE, TRIM, CUT OFF, OR PERFORM ANY WORK, ON A SINGLE OCCASION OR CUMULATIVELY, OVER A THREE-YEAR PERIOD, AFFECTING TWENTY-FIVE PERCENT OR MORE OF THE CROWN OF ANY PROTECTED TREE WITHOUT FIRST OBTAINING A PERMIT PURSUANT TO THIS DIVISION EXCEPT FOR POLLARDING OF FRUITLESS MULBERRY TREES (MORUS ALBA) OR OTHER SPECIES APPROVED BY THE TOWN ARBORIST. APPLICATIONS FOR A PRUNING PERMIT SHALL INCLUDE PHOTOGRAPHS INDICATING WHERE PRUNING IS PROPOSED.(4) NO PERSON SHALL REMOVE ANY HERITAGE TREE OR LARGE PROTECTED TREE BRANCH OR ROOT THROUGH PRUNING OR OTHER METHOD GREATER THAN FOUR (4) INCHES IN DIAMETER (12.5” IN CIRCUMFERENCE) WITHOUT FIRST OBTAINING A PERMIT PURSUANT TO THIS DIVISION.(ORD. NO. 2114, §§ I, II, 8-4-03) SEC. 29.10.1015. NO LIMITATION OF AUTHORITY.NOTHING IN THIS DIVISION LIMITS OR MODIFIES THE EXISTING AUTHORITY OF THE TOWN UNDER DIVISION 29 OF TITLE 29 (ZONING REGULATIONS), TITLE 26 (PUBLIC TREES) OR THE HILLSIDE DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS AND GUIDELINES TO REQUIRE TREES AND OTHER PLANTS TO BE IDENTIFIED, RETAINED, PROTECTED, AND/OR PLANTED AS CONDITIONS OF THE APPROVAL OF DEVELOPMENT. IN THE EVENT OF CONFLICT BETWEEN PROVISIONS OF THIS DIVISION AND CONDITIONS OF ANY PERMIT OR OTHER APPROVAL GRANTED PURSUANT TO CHAPTER 29 OR CHAPTER 26 OF THE TOWN CODE OR THE HILLSIDE DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS AND GUIDELINES. THE MORE PROTECTIVE REQUIREMENTS SHALL PREVAIL.(ORD. NO. 2114, §§ I, II, 8-4-03) SEC. 29.10.1020. RESPONSIBILITY FOR ENFORCEMENT.ALL OFFICERS AND EMPLOYEES OF THE TOWN SHALL REPORT VIOLATIONS OF THIS DIVISION TO THE DIRECTOR OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT. WHENEVER AN ENFORCEMENT OFFICER AS DEFINED IN SECTION 1.30.015 OF THE TOWN CODE DETERMINES THAT A VIOLATION OF THIS CODE HAS OCCURRED, THE ENFORCEMENT OFFICER SHALL HAVE THE AUTHORITY TO ISSUE AN ADMINISTRATIVE CITATION PURSUANT TO THE PROVISIONS OF SECTION 1.30.020 OF THE TOWN CODE(ORD. NO. 2114, §§ I, II, 8-4-03) WHENEVER AN ENFORCEMENT OFFICER CHARGED WITH THE ENFORCEMENT OF THIS CODE DETERMINES THAT A VIOLATION OF THAT PROVISION HAS OCCURRED, THE ENFORCEMENT OFFICER SHALL HAVE THE AUTHORITY TO ISSUE AN ADMINISTRATIVE CITATION TO ANY PERSON RESPONSIBLE FOR THE VIOLATION.PAGE 2 OF 4 SEC. 29.10.1025. ENFORCEMENT—REMEDIES FOR VIOLATION.IN ADDITION TO ALL OTHER REMEDIES SET FORTH IN THIS CODE OR OTHERWISE PROVIDED BY LAW, THE FOLLOWING REMEDIES SHALL BE AVAILABLE TO THE TOWN FOR VIOLATION OF THIS DIVISION:(1) TREE REMOVALS IN ABSENCE OF OR IN ANTICIPATION OF DEVELOPMENT. IF A VIOLATION OCCURS IN THE ABSENCE OF OR PRIOR TO PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT, THEN DISCRETIONARY APPLICATIONS AND/OR BUILDING PERMIT APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED OR PROCESSED BY THE TOWN UNTIL THE VIOLATION HAS BEEN REMEDIED TO THE REASONABLE SATISFACTION OF THE DIRECTOR. MITIGATION MEASURES AS DETERMINED BY THE DIRECTOR MAY BE IMPOSED AS A CONDITION OF ANY SUBSEQUENT APPLICATION APPROVAL OR PERMIT FOR DEVELOPMENT ON THE SUBJECT PROPERTY. A MITIGATION PLAN SHALL INCLUDE SPECIFIC MEASURES FOR THE PROTECTION OF ANY REMAINING TREES ON THE PROPERTY, AND SHALL PROVIDE FOR THE REPLACEMENT OF EACH HILLSIDE TREE THAT WAS REMOVED ILLEGALLY WITH A NEW TREE(S) IN THE SAME LOCATION(S) AS THOSE ILLEGALLY REMOVED TREE(S). THE REPLACEMENT RATIO SHALL BE AT A GREATER RATIO THAN THAT REQUIRED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE STANDARDS SET FORTH IN SEC. 29.10.0985 OF THIS DIVISION. IF THE COURT OR THE DIRECTOR DIRECTS A REPLACEMENT TREE OR TREES TO BE PLANTED AS PART OF THE REMEDY FOR THE VIOLATION, THE TREES SHALL BE PERMANENTLY MAINTAINED IN A GOOD AND HEALTHY CONDITION. THE PROPERTY OWNER SHALL EXECUTE A FIVE-YEAR WRITTEN MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT WITH THE TOWN. FOR THOSE TREES ON PUBLIC PROPERTY, REPLACEMENT IS TO BE DETERMINED BY THE DIRECTOR OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT OR BY THE DIRECTOR OF PARKS AND PUBLIC WORKS.(2) PENDING DEVELOPMENT APPLICATIONS. INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE PROCESSED FURTHER UNTIL THE VIOLATION HAS BEEN REMEDIED. IF AN APPLICATION HAS BEEN DEEMED COMPLETE, IT MAY BE DENIED BY THE DIRECTOR OR FORWARDED TO THE PLANNING COMMISSION WITH A RECOMMENDATION FOR DENIAL AT THE DIRECTOR'S DISCRETION. MITIGATION MEASURES AS DETERMINED BY THE DIRECTOR MAY BE IMPOSED AS A CONDITION OF APPROVAL. A MITIGATION PLAN SHALL INCLUDE SPECIFIC MEASURES FOR THE PROTECTION OF ANY REMAINING TREES ON THE PROPERTY, AND SHALL PROVIDE FOR THE REPLACEMENT OF EACH HILLSIDE TREE THAT WAS REMOVED ILLEGALLY WITH A NEW TREE(S) IN THE SAME LOCATION(S) AS THOSE ILLEGALLY REMOVED TREE(S). THE REPLACEMENT RATIO SHALL BE AT A GREATER RATIO THAN THAT REQUIRED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE STANDARDS SET FORTH IN SEC. 29.10.0985 OF THIS DIVISION. IF THE COURT OR THE DIRECTOR DIRECTS A REPLACEMENT TREE OR TREES TO BE PLANTED AS PART OF THE REMEDY FOR THE VIOLATION, THE TREES SHALL BE PERMANENTLY MAINTAINED IN A GOOD AND HEALTHY CONDITION. THE PROPERTY OWNER SHALL EXECUTE A FIVE-YEAR WRITTEN MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT WITH THE TOWN. FOR THOSE TREES ON PUBLIC PROPERTY, REPLACEMENT IS TO BE DETERMINED BY THE DIRECTOR OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT OR BY THE DIRECTOR OF PARKS AND PUBLIC WORKS.(3) PROJECTS UNDER CONSTRUCTION. A. IF A VIOLATION OCCURS DURING CONSTRUCTION, THE TOWN MAY ISSUE A STOP WORK ORDER SUSPENDING AND PROHIBITING FURTHER ACTIVITY ON THE PROPERTY PURSUANT TO THE GRADING, DEMOLITION, AND/OR BUILDING PERMIT(S) (INCLUDING CONSTRUCTION, INSPECTION, AND ISSUANCE OF CERTIFICATES OF OCCUPANCY) UNTIL A MITIGATION PLAN HAS BEEN FILED WITH AND APPROVED BY THE DIRECTOR, AGREED TO IN WRITING BY THE PROPERTY OWNER(S) OR THE APPLICANT(S) OR BOTH, AND EITHER IMPLEMENTED OR GUARANTEED BY THE POSTING OF ADEQUATE SECURITY IN THE DISCRETION OF THE DIRECTOR. A MITIGATION PLAN SHALL INCLUDE SPECIFIC MEASURES FOR THE PROTECTION OF ANY REMAINING TREES ON THE PROPERTY, AND SHALL PROVIDE FOR THE REPLACEMENT OF EACH HILLSIDE TREE THAT WAS REMOVED ILLEGALLY WITH A NEW TREE(S) IN THE SAME LOCATION(S) AS THOSE ILLEGALLY REMOVED TREE(S). THE REPLACEMENT RATIO SHALL BE AT A GREATER RATIO THAN THAT REQUIRED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE STANDARDS SET FORTH IN SEC. 29.10.0985 OF THIS DIVISION. IF THE COURT OR THE DIRECTOR DIRECTS A REPLACEMENT TREE OR TREES TO BE PLANTED AS PART OF THE REMEDY FOR THE VIOLATION, THE TREES SHALL BE PERMANENTLY MAINTAINED IN A GOOD AND HEALTHY CONDITION. THE PROPERTY OWNER SHALL EXECUTE A FIVE-YEAR WRITTEN MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT WITH THE TOWN. FOR THOSE TREES ON PUBLIC PROPERTY, REPLACEMENT IS TO BE DETERMINED BY THE DIRECTOR OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT OR BY THE DIRECTOR OF PARKS AND PUBLIC WORKS.B. THE VIOLATION OF ANY PROVISIONS IN THIS DIVISION DURING THE CONDUCT BY ANY PERSON OF A TREE REMOVAL, LANDSCAPING, CONSTRUCTION OR OTHER BUSINESS IN THE TOWN SHALL CONSTITUTE GROUNDS FOR REVOCATION OF ANY BUSINESS LICENSE ISSUED TO SUCH PERSON.(4) CIVIL PENALTIES. NOTWITHSTANDING SECTION 29.20.950 RELATING TO CRIMINAL PENALTY, ANY PERSON FOUND TO HAVE VIOLATEDSECTION 29.10.0965 SHALL BE LIABLE TO PAY THE TOWN A CIVIL PENALTY AS PRESCRIBED IN SUBSECTIONS A. THROUGH D. PAGE 3 OF 4A. AS PART OF A CIVIL ACTION BROUGHT BY THE TOWN, A COURT MAY ASSESS AGAINST ANY PERSON WHO COMMITS, ALLOWS, OR MAINTAINS A VIOLATION OF ANY PROVISION OF THIS DIVISION A CIVIL PENALTY IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED FIVE THOUSAND DOLLARS PER VIOLATION.B. WHERE THE VIOLATION HAS RESULTED IN REMOVAL OF A PROTECTED TREE, THE CIVIL PENALTY SHALL BE IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED FIVE THOUSAND DOLLARS PER TREE UNLAWFULLY REMOVED, OR THE REPLACEMENT VALUE OF EACH SUCH TREE, WHICHEVER AMOUNT IS HIGHER. SUCH AMOUNT SHALL BE PAYABLE TO THE TOWN AND DEPOSITED INTO THE TREE REPLACEMENT FUND. REPLACEMENT VALUE FOR THE PURPOSES OF THIS SECTION SHALL BE DETERMINED UTILIZING THE MOST RECENT EDITION OF THE GUIDE FOR PLANT APPRAISAL, AS PREPARED BY THE COUNCIL OF TREE AND LANDSCAPE APPRAISERS AND THE SPECIES AND GROUP CLASSIFICATION GUIDE PUBLISHED BY THE WESTERN CHAPTER OF THE INTERNATIONAL SOCIETY OF ARBORICULTURE.C. IF THE COURT OR THE DIRECTOR DIRECTS A REPLACEMENT TREE OR TREES TO BE PLANTED AS PART OF THE REMEDY FOR THE VIOLATION, THE TREES SHALL BE PERMANENTLY MAINTAINED IN A GOOD AND HEALTHY CONDITION. THE PROPERTY OWNER SHALL EXECUTE A FIVE YEAR WRITTEN MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT WITH THE TOWN.D. THE COST OF ENFORCING THIS DIVISION, WHICH SHALL INCLUDE ALL COSTS, STAFF TIME, AND ATTORNEYS' FEES. (5) INJUNCTIVE RELIEF. A CIVIL ACTION MAY BE COMMENCED TO ABATE, ENJOIN, OR OTHERWISE COMPEL THE CESSATION OF SUCH VIOLATION.(6) COSTS. IN ANY CIVIL ACTION BROUGHT PURSUANT TO THIS DIVISION IN WHICH THE TOWN PREVAILS, THE COURT SHALL AWARD TO THE TOWN ALL COSTS OF INVESTIGATION AND PREPARATION FOR TRIAL, THE COSTS OF TRIAL, REASONABLE EXPENSES INCLUDING OVERHEAD AND ADMINISTRATIVE COSTS INCURRED IN PROSECUTING THE ACTION, AND REASONABLE ATTORNEY FEES.(ORD. NO. 2114, §§ I, II, 8-4-03) SEC. 29.10.1030. FEES.THE FEE, AS ADOPTED BY TOWN RESOLUTION, PRESCRIBED THEREFORE IN THE MUNICIPAL FEE SCHEDULE SHALL ACCOMPANY THE REMOVAL OR PRUNING PERMIT APPLICATION SUBMITTED TO THE TOWN FOR REVIEW AND EVALUATION PURSUANT TO THIS DIVISION.(ORD. NO. 2114, §§ I, II, 8-4-03) SEC. 29.10.1035. SEVERABILITY.IF ANY PROVISION OF THIS DIVISION OR THE APPLICATION THEREOF TO ANY PERSON OR CIRCUMSTANCE IS HELD TO BE INVALID BY A COURT OF COMPETENT JURISDICTION, SUCH INVALIDITY SHALL NOT AFFECT ANY OTHER PROVISION OF THIS DIVISION WHICH CAN BE GIVEN EFFECT WITHOUT THE INVALID PROVISION OR APPLICATION, AND TO THIS END THE PROVISIONS OF THIS DIVISION ARE DECLARED TO BE SEVERABLE.(ORD. NO. 2114, §§ I, II, 8-4-03) SEC. 29.10.1040. NOTICES.ALL NOTICES REQUIRED UNDER THIS DIVISION SHALL CONFORM TO NOTICING PROVISIONS OF THE APPLICABLE TOWN CODE. SEC. 29.10.1045. APPEALS.ANY INTERESTED PERSON MAY APPEAL A DECISION OF THE DIRECTOR PURSUANT TO THIS DIVISION IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE PROCEDURES SET FORTH IN SECTION 29.20.260 OF THE TOWN CODE. ALL APPEALS SHALL COMPLY WITH THE PUBLIC NOTICING PROVISIONS OF SECTION 29.20.450 OF THE TOWN CODE.(ORD. NO. 2114, §§ I, II, 8-4-03) PAGE 4 OF 4 409 10" DIA. AVOCADO C 40" DIA. PINEA B C ARBUTUS UNEDOSTRAWBERRY / SAVED REMOVED15" DIA. MRK SIZE COMMON/BOTANICAL NAME SAVED, REMOVED PRUNEDCONDITION SAVED HEALTHY HEALTHY HEALTHY A B PERSEA AMERICANAAVOCADO / PINUSPINE / 10" DIA. 40" DIA. NOTE: TREE TO BE REMOVED DUE TO TO THE PROXIMITY OF THE PROPOSED GARAGE ADDITION.* * ADDITIONAL NOTES 21' CANOPY- APPX. 10' CANOPY- APPX. 16' CANOPY- APPX. TREE SCHEDULE 307 BACHMAN AVE. 240 MASSOL AVE. (E) ELEC. (E) GAS POWER / TELEPHONE POLE 6" DIA. AZADIRACHTA INDICA 6" DIA. AZADIRACHTA INDICA WW E5'-0"SIDE SETBACKNEWGATE PROPOSED SITE PLAN 10'-2" 4'-10"18'-2 1/2"ADU IS NOT PART OF THIS ARCH. AND SITE APPLICATION NOTES: 1. IT IS RECOMMENDED TO HAVE THE SIDE AND FRONT YARD PROPERTY LINES ESTABLISHED THROUGH A SURVEY PRIOR TO FORMING ANY PORTION OF THE FOUNDATION. 2. FINISH GRADE AROUND THE STRUCTURE SHALL SLOPE AWAY FROM THE FOUNDATION AT A MINIMUM OF 5% FOR AT LEAST 10 FEET FROM THE STRUCTURE, PER CBC 1804.4.3. EAVE PROJECTIONS OF >2' AND <5' FROM THE PROPERTY LINE SHALL BE 1 HR FIRE RATED PER CRC R302 & TABLE R302.1(1).4. IF THERE ARE ANY DISCREPANCIES, STOP WORK AND CONTACT THE ARCHITECT IMMEDIATELY. COPYRIGHT 2025 JENNIFER KRETSCHMER, AIA101 OLD BLOSSOM HILL ROADLOS GATOS, CA 95032(408) 221-0771MEMBER AMERICAN INSTITUTE OF ARCHITECTSOct. 25, 2025 J. KRETSCHMERARCHITECTMELAX RES GARAGE (N) SITE PLAN A1.1J. KRETSCHMER, ARCHITECT. All drawings, specifications, and other documents, including those in electronic form, prepared by the architect are instruments of architectural service, and shall remain the property of the Architect. Use is restricted to the site for which they were prepared and for the purpose of constructing, using and maintaining this project only. These drawings may not be copied, revised, re-used or disclosed without the written consent of the Architect.NOTFORCONSTRUCTION2502SD102525.vwx Oct. 25, 2025 321 BACHMAN AVE LOS GATOS, CA 95030 DO NOT SCALE PLANSSCALE REFLECTS DRAWINGS PRINTED ONARCH D 24x36 SIZE SHEETS APN MAP N.T.S.PROJECT SITE Page 242 COPYRIGHT 2025 JENNIFER KRETSCHMER, AIA101 OLD BLOSSOM HILL ROADLOS GATOS, CA 95032(408) 221-0771MEMBER AMERICAN INSTITUTE OF ARCHITECTSOct. 25, 2025 J. KRETSCHMERARCHITECTMELAX RES GARAGE STREETSCAPE A1.2J. KRETSCHMER, ARCHITECT. All drawings, specifications, and other documents, including those in electronic form, prepared by the architect are instruments of architectural service, and shall remain the property of the Architect. Use is restricted to the site for which they were prepared and for the purpose of constructing, using and maintaining this project only. These drawings may not be copied, revised, re-used or disclosed without the written consent of the Architect.NOTFORCONSTRUCTION2502SD102525.vwx Oct. 25, 2025 321 BACHMAN AVE LOS GATOS, CA 95030 DO NOT SCALE PLANSSCALE REFLECTS DRAWINGS PRINTED ON ARCH D 24x36 SIZE SHEETS KITCHEN CLOS. BATHRM. PRIMARY BEDROOM ENTRY HALL CLOS. BATHRM. #2 BEDROOM #2 LIVING ROOM PANTRY CLOS.WH HALL GARAGE PORCH PORCH PROPOSED 1ST FLOOR PLAN 1/8"=1'-0" (E) = GRAY PROPOSED NORTH ELEVATION 1/4"=1'-0" 232 MASSOL AVE.321 BACHMAN AVE. BACHMAN AVE. 312 BACHMAN AVE. PROP. LINE PROP. LINE PROP. LINE 320 312 308 303321 240MASSOL AVE. BACHMAN AVE.232327 328 300MASSOL AVE.ALLEY307 TAIT AVE.TAI T AVE. FIRE HYDRANT FIRE HYDRANT PROPERTY SECTION 1/32"=1'-0"A STREET MAP 1/32"=1'-0" A A 320 312 308328 300BACHMAN AVE.MASSOL AVE. 321 MASSOL AVE.ALLEY307303 240 MASSOL AVE.327 BACHMAN AVE. STREETSCAPE 1/16"=1'-0" BACHMAN AVE. Page 243 LEGEND EXISTING WALLS TO BE REMOVED EXISTING WALLS TO REMAIN NEW WALLS NEW EXISTING (N) (E) REPLACE LOCATION OF NEW 6"X14" VENTS LEGEND EXISTING WALLS TO BE REMOVED EXISTING WALLS TO REMAIN NEW WALLS NEW EXISTING (N) (E) REPLACE(R) ALL DIMENSIONS ARE FACE OF FINISH LOCATION OF NEW 6"X14" VENTS - 2x6 STUD WALLS AT ALL EXTERIOR AND PLUMBING WALLS - 2x4 STUD WALLS AT INTERIOR EXISTING & DEMOLITION 1ST FLOOR PLAN Scale: 1/4" = 1'-0" 0 5 10 15 20 25 FT (E) KITCHEN (E) CLOS. (E) BATHRM. (E) PRIMARY BEDROOM (E) ENTRY (E) HALL (E) HALL (E) CLOS. (E) A.C. (E) GAS (E) ELEC.(E) FENCE/GATE(E) FENCE/GATE UP (E) BATHRM. #2 (E) BEDROOM #2 (E) LIVING ROOM (E) NOOK (E) PANTRY(E) CLOS.(E) WH 8' CLG. 8' CLG. 8' CLG.8' CLG. 8' CLG. 8' CLG. 8' CLG. 8' CLG. 8' CLG. VAULTED CLG.(E) FENCE/GATE(E) CONC. (E) GRAVEL (E) PAVERS (E) PAVERS (E) PAVERS (E) FENCE/GATE (E) CONC. LAND'G. (E) PAVERS (E) CONC. LAND'G.(E) PAVERS (E) WALKWAY PAVERS (E) LAWN/LANDSCAPE(E) WALKWAY PAVERS (E) LAWN / LANDSCAPING 40" DIA. PINE 10" DIA. SSCO 15" DIA. STRAWBERRY 10" DIA. AVOCADO 6" DIA. AZADIRACHTA INDICA 6" DIA. AZADIRACHTA INDICA UP(E) CONC. LANDING WMBACHMAN AVENUE(60' WIDE)CONCRETE CURB, GUTTER AND SIDEWALKPOWER / TELEPHONE POLE BACHMAN AVENUE(60' WIDE)CONCRETE CURB, GUTTER AND SIDEWALKPOWER / TELEPHONE POLE 16'-0"AL L E Y (16' WIDE)ASPHALT PAVING 1098.403 SQ. FT.(E) HOUSE: (E) LAWN/ LANDSCAPE (E) CONC. STEP COPYRIGHT 2025 JENNIFER KRETSCHMER, AIA101 OLD BLOSSOM HILL ROADLOS GATOS, CA 95032(408) 221-0771MEMBER AMERICAN INSTITUTE OF ARCHITECTSOct. 25, 2025 J. KRETSCHMERARCHITECTMELAX RES GARAGE (E) FIRST FLOOR PLAN A2.0J. KRETSCHMER, ARCHITECT. All drawings, specifications, and other documents, including those in electronic form, prepared by the architect are instruments of architectural service, and shall remain the property of the Architect. Use is restricted to the site for which they were prepared and for the purpose of constructing, using and maintaining this project only. These drawings may not be copied, revised, re-used or disclosed without the written consent of the Architect.NOTFORCONSTRUCTION2502SD102525.vwx Oct. 25, 2025 321 BACHMAN AVE LOS GATOS, CA 95030 DO NOT SCALE PLANSSCALE REFLECTS DRAWINGS PRINTED ON ARCH D 24x36 SIZE SHEETS Page 244 (N) HP HVACEXT UNIT A L L E Y (16' WIDE)0 5 10 15 20 25 FT (E) KITCHEN (E) CLOS. (E) BATHRM. (E) PRIMARY BEDROOM (E) ENTRY (E) HALL (E) HALL (E) CLOS. RELOCATE(E) A.C. TO REAR YARD (E) GAS (E) ELEC.NEW FENCE/GATENEW FENCE/GATE (E) BATHRM. #2 (E) BEDROOM #2 (E) LIVING ROOM (E) NOOK (E) PANTRY(E) CLOS.(E) WH PROPOSED 1ST FLOOR PLANSCALE: 1/4"=1'-0" NEW 6" SQ. COLUMNS -(4) NEW STEPS DN NEW 32X80 (E) (E) (E) (E) (E) (E) (E) (E) (E) (E) (E) (E) (E) (E) (E) (E) (E) (E) (E) (E)(E) (E) (N) (N) (N) (N)(N)(E) FENCE(E) FENCENEW ROOF LINE VAULTED CEILING PROPOSED GARAGE- 312 SQ. FT. (INCL. LAUNDRY) ASPHALT PAVING NEW CONC. DRIVEWAY NEW PARKING SPACE (1) 1098.403 SQ. FT.(E) HOUSE: (E) FENCE (E) FENCE NEW COVERED PORCH: 100 SQ. FT. + 100 SQ. FT. = 200 SQ. FT.(ENTRY & SIDE) NEW GATE NEW FENCE 21'-1 1/2"21'-10"4'-1"SLOPE DN. 5% MAX. TO STREET(E) PAVERS (E) CONC. LAND'G. (E) PAVERS (E) CONC. LAND'G.(E) LAWN / LANDSCAPING 40" DIA. PINE 10" DIA. SSCO 10" DIA. AVOCADO 12" 6" DIA. AZADIRACHTA INDICA (E) WALKWAY PAVERS GARAGE F.A.R. CALC.Calculation not needed as garages up to 400 square feet are exempt from F.A.R. HOUSE F.A.R. CALC: 0.3744 (survey) Total floor area allowed: 1324.653 sq. ft. (survey) (E) House Area: 1098.403 sq. ft. (survey) LOT SIZE: 3538.456 sq. ft. (survey) RELOCATED(E) A.C. (N) 408.86408.95 407.94407.64 LEGEND EXISTING WALLS TO BE REMOVED EXISTING WALLS TO REMAIN NEW WALLS NEW EXISTING (N) (E) REPLACE LOCATION OF NEW 6"X14" VENTS LEGEND EXISTING WALLS TO BE REMOVED EXISTING WALLS TO REMAIN NEW WALLS NEW EXISTING (N) (E) REPLACE(R) ALL DIMENSIONS AREFACE OF FINISH LOCATION OF NEW 6"X14" VENTS - 2x6 STUD WALLS AT ALL EXTERIOR AND PLUMBING WALLS - 2x4 STUD WALLS AT INTERIOR 408 408 409 409 408.5 408.87 409.04 408.62 409 409.04 SETBACK5'-0"24'-4"NEW 6" SQ. COLUMNS -(3) NEW ROOF LINE ABOVE UPUP UP 8' FLAT CLG. NEW SKY. NEW SKY.NEW SKY. 10'-10 1/2" NEW PORCH 12'-10" 12'-0" 2'-2" 4'-1 1/2"LAUNDRY4'-0" SETBACK 8"NEW CONC. PORCH BELOW 6'-0"11" UP 5" DIA. AZADIRACHTA INDICA BACHMAN AVENUE(60' WIDE)CONCRETE CURB, GUTTER AND SIDEWALKPOWER / TELEPHONE POLE WM5" DIA. AZADIRACHTA INDICA BACHMAN AVENUE(60' WIDE)CONCRETE CURB, GUTTER AND SIDEWALKPOWER / TELEPHONE POLE 16'-0"CONCRETE VALLEY GUTTER BLDG CORNER 5'-10 1/2"409.23 409.43 408.88 408.95 409 408.96 409 409.02 409.3 409.27 409.22 409.19 408.82 408.77 407.26407.88 406.93 406.89 406.83 407.42 407.26 407.39 407.18 407.06 407.19 409.41 408.75 409.67 409.64 ONE HOUR FIRE RATED WALLBETWEEN BEDROOM & GARAGE20'-0" CLEAR SPACESLOPE DN. 1/4:12FF=409.9' (E) CONC. (E) PAVERS (E) FENCE/GATE (E) LAWN (E) LAWN (E) WALKWAYPAVERSNEW PATIO 5" 10'-2" 4'-10" APPROVED NON-CONFORMING SETBACK LINE 108"14 R. 14'-3" 4'-5" 13'-4 3/4" CLEAR SPACE 8' CEILING BLDG CORNER REMOVE 15" DIA. STRAWBERRY TREE 4'-0" EXISTING FIRST FLOOR:1098.403 SQ. FT. 3538.456 (PER SURVEY) 1098.403 SQ. FT.TOTAL (E): (E) LOT COVERAGE: 0.31= 31% BUILDING LOT COVERAGE LOT SIZE: PROPOSED FIRST FLOOR: GARAGE:312 SQ. FT. COVERED PORCH:200 SQ. FT. 1610.403 SQ. FT. TOTAL PROPOSED: PROPOSED LOT COVERAGE: 0.455= 46% 1098.403 SQ. FT. 3538.456 (PER SURVEY)LOT SIZE: 408.88 408.98 S53°28'28''E 48.26'S 19°15'1 6''W 65.46'S68°12'50''E 52.28'S23°47'32''W 77.72'18"3'-0" EXISTING PROPOSED 2440.053 SQ. FT. IMPERVIOUSPERVIOUS 1098.403. SQ. FT. SURFACE AREA 1610.403. SQ. FT.1928.053 SQ. FT.5'-1"20'-0" REAR SETBACK 5'-0"SIDE SETBACKNOTES: 1. VERIFY ALL DIMENSIONS IN THE FIELD. IF DIMENSIONS DO NOT MATCH THOSE ON PLANS, CONTACT THE ARCHITECT. 2. IF ANY CONFLICT ARISES BETWEEN THE ARCHITECT'S AND THE STRUCTURAL ENGINEER'S DRAWINGS, STOP WORK AND CONTACT THE ARCHITECT FIRST. COPYRIGHT 2025 JENNIFER KRETSCHMER, AIA101 OLD BLOSSOM HILL ROADLOS GATOS, CA 95032(408) 221-0771MEMBER AMERICAN INSTITUTE OF ARCHITECTSOct. 25, 2025 J. KRETSCHMERARCHITECTMELAX RES GARAGE (N) FIRST FLOOR PLAN A2.1J. KRETSCHMER, ARCHITECT. All drawings, specifications, and other documents, including those in electronic form, prepared by the architect are instruments of architectural service, and shall remain the property of the Architect. Use is restricted to the site for which they were prepared and for the purpose of constructing, using and maintaining this project only. These drawings may not be copied, revised, re-used or disclosed without the written consent of the Architect.NOTFORCONSTRUCTION2502SD102525.vwx Oct. 25, 2025 321 BACHMAN AVE LOS GATOS, CA 95030 DO NOT SCALE PLANSSCALE REFLECTS DRAWINGS PRINTED ON ARCH D 24x36 SIZE SHEETS PROJECT INFORMATION NOTE: ALSO ON G1.0 NOTE: ALSO ON G1.0 Page 245 (E) SOUTH ELEVATION 1/4"=1'-0" 12 4COMP. SHINGLES WOOD SIDING WOOD WDWS.WOOD TRIM BRICK CHIMNEY BRICK CHIMNEY (E) NORTH ELEVATION 1/4"=1'-0" FF=409.9' 409.2' WOOD SIDING, TYP. WOOD WDW.WOOD TRIM COMP. SHINGLES WOOD WDW.WOOD TRIM BRICK CHIMNEY 12 4 12'-0 3/4"8'-0"8 1/2"11'-8 3/4"ROOF PEAK PLATE HT. 0 5 10 15 20 25 FT WOOD WDW.WOOD TRIM WOOD SIDING COMP. SHINGLES FIBERGLASS WDWSWOOD TRIM (E) EAST ELEVATION 1/4"=1'-0" 12 4124 (E) WEST ELEVATION 1/4"=1'-0"124STUCCO - THIS WALL ONLY WOOD SIDING COMP. SHINGLES COPYRIGHT 2025 JENNIFER KRETSCHMER, AIA101 OLD BLOSSOM HILL ROADLOS GATOS, CA 95032(408) 221-0771MEMBER AMERICAN INSTITUTE OF ARCHITECTSOct. 25, 2025 J. KRETSCHMERARCHITECTMELAX RES GARAGE (E) ELEVATIONS A3.0J. KRETSCHMER, ARCHITECT. All drawings, specifications, and other documents, including those in electronic form, prepared by the architect are instruments of architectural service, and shall remain the property of the Architect. Use is restricted to the site for which they were prepared and for the purpose of constructing, using and maintaining this project only. These drawings may not be copied, revised, re-used or disclosed without the written consent of the Architect.NOTFORCONSTRUCTION2502SD102525.vwx Oct. 25, 2025 321 BACHMAN AVE LOS GATOS, CA 95030 DO NOT SCALE PLANSSCALE REFLECTS DRAWINGS PRINTED ON ARCH D 24x36 SIZE SHEETS Page 246 NEW FENCE SIM. TO EXISTING 1/2"=1'-0"7'-0"VARIESMATCH (E)MATCH (E)MATCH (E)LAPPED BOARDS, MATCH (E) 4X4 POSTS, MATCH (E) 2X4 RAILS, MATCH (E) LATTICE, MATCH (E)OR MATCH (E)PROPOSED NORTH ELEVATION 1/4"=1'-0" FF=409.9' 12 4 (E) HOUSE PROPOSED PORCH & ROOF ADDITION PROPOSED BAY ADDITION12'-0 3/4"8'-0"8 1/2"11'-8 3/4"ROOF PEAK PLATE HT. NEW FIBERGLASS WDWS.WOOD TRIM (E) BRICK CHIMNEY TO REMAIN (E) COMP. SHINGLES (E) GATE/FENCE SHOWN DASHED (N)(E)(E)(E) 0 5 10 15 20 25 FT (N) (E) WOOD SIDING ADU IS NOT PART OF THIS ARCH. AND SITE APPLICATION PROPOSED EAST ELEVATION 1/4"=1'-0" (E) HOUSE BEYOND PROPOSED PATIO & ROOF ADDITION PROPOSED PORCH & ROOF ADDITION NEW WOOD SIDINGTO MATCH (E) (E)(E)(N) (E)(E) (E) COMP. SHINGLES (E) WOOD SIDING (E) GAS (E) ELEC. 12 4 PROPOSED ADDITION 408.62 (N) (E) (E) NEW - LED 40 WATT (2)FIXTURES, EA. SIDE OF GARAGE DOOR-MATCH (E) FIXTURES +80" ADU IS NOT PART OF THIS ARCH. AND SITE APPLICATION PROPOSED EAST/FRONT ELEVATION Scale: 1/4" = 1'-0" PROPOSED SOUTH ELEVATION 1/4"=1'-0" 12 4 (E) HOUSE BEYOND PROPOSED ADDTION ADU IS NOT PART OF THIS ARCH. AND SITE APPLICATION (E)(E) (E) (E) (E) COMP. SHINGLES (E) WOOD SIDING (E) BRICK CHIMNEY NEW POP OUT PROPOSED WEST ELEVATION 1/4"=1'-0" PROPOSED ADDITION(E) HOUSE BEYOND (E) WOOD SIDING (E) COMP. SHINGLES NEW WOOD SIDINGTO MATCH (E) (N) (N) NEW - LED 40 WATT FIXTURE- MATCH (E) FIXTURES +80" ADU IS NOT PART OF THIS ARCH. AND SITE APPLICATION NOTES:1. PROVIDE UNDERFLOOR VENTILATION PER CRC SEC R408. 2. PROVIDE ATTIC VENTILATION PER CRC SEC 806.23. ALL EGRESS WINDOWS, PER CRC R310 ARE TO HAVE A MINIMUM NET CLEAR OPENING OF 5.7 SQ. FT., MINIMUM NET CLEAR OPENING (OR 5 SQ. FT. MIN. FOR GRADE FLOOR) WITH HEIGHT OF 24" AND A MINIMUM NET CLEAR OPENING WIDTH OF 20". THE BOTTOM OF THE CLEAR OPENING MUST NOT BE MORE THAN 44" ABOVE THE FLOOR. 4. PROVIDE SPLASH BLOCKS AWAY FROM HOUSE AT EACH DOWN SPOUT.COPYRIGHT 2025 JENNIFER KRETSCHMER, AIA101 OLD BLOSSOM HILL ROADLOS GATOS, CA 95032(408) 221-0771MEMBER AMERICAN INSTITUTE OF ARCHITECTSOct. 25, 2025 J. KRETSCHMERARCHITECTMELAX RES GARAGE (N) ELEVATIONS A3.1J. KRETSCHMER, ARCHITECT. All drawings, specifications, and other documents, including those in electronic form, prepared by the architect are instruments of architectural service, and shall remain the property of the Architect. Use is restricted to the site for which they were prepared and for the purpose of constructing, using and maintaining this project only. These drawings may not be copied, revised, re-used or disclosed without the written consent of the Architect.NOTFORCONSTRUCTION2502SD102525.vwx Oct. 25, 2025 321 BACHMAN AVE LOS GATOS, CA 95030 DO NOT SCALE PLANSSCALE REFLECTS DRAWINGS PRINTED ON ARCH D 24x36 SIZE SHEETS Page 247 EXISTING ROOF PLAN Scale: 1/4" = 1'-0" 0 5 10 15 20 25 FT4:124:124:124:12 4:124:12 4:124:124:124:12 4:124:12 COPYRIGHT 2025 JENNIFER KRETSCHMER, AIA101 OLD BLOSSOM HILL ROADLOS GATOS, CA 95032(408) 221-0771MEMBER AMERICAN INSTITUTE OF ARCHITECTSOct. 25, 2025 J. KRETSCHMERARCHITECTMELAX RES GARAGE (E) ROOF PLAN A4.0J. KRETSCHMER, ARCHITECT. All drawings, specifications, and other documents, including those in electronic form, prepared by the architect are instruments of architectural service, and shall remain the property of the Architect. Use is restricted to the site for which they were prepared and for the purpose of constructing, using and maintaining this project only. These drawings may not be copied, revised, re-used or disclosed without the written consent of the Architect.NOTFORCONSTRUCTION2502SD102525.vwx Oct. 25, 2025 321 BACHMAN AVE LOS GATOS, CA 95030 DO NOT SCALE PLANSSCALE REFLECTS DRAWINGS PRINTED ON ARCH D 24x36 SIZE SHEETS Page 248 PROPOSED SOUTH ELEVATION Scale: 1/4" = 1'-0" 0 5 10 15 20 25 FT 4:124:124:124:12 4:124:12 4:124:124:124:12 4:124:12 (E) (E) (E) (E)(E)(E)(E) (E)(E)(E)(E)(N) SKY.(N) SKY.PROPOSED ENTRY PORCH ROOFPROPOSED POP OUT ROOFDS DS DS DS DS (N) SKY. (N) SKY. DS DS DS DS ADU ROOF IS NOT PART OF THIS ARCHITECTURAL AND SITE APPLICATION COPYRIGHT 2025 JENNIFER KRETSCHMER, AIA101 OLD BLOSSOM HILL ROADLOS GATOS, CA 95032(408) 221-0771MEMBER AMERICAN INSTITUTE OF ARCHITECTSOct. 25, 2025 J. KRETSCHMERARCHITECTMELAX RES GARAGE (N) ROOF PLAN A4.1J. KRETSCHMER, ARCHITECT. All drawings, specifications, and other documents, including those in electronic form, prepared by the architect are instruments of architectural service, and shall remain the property of the Architect. Use is restricted to the site for which they were prepared and for the purpose of constructing, using and maintaining this project only. These drawings may not be copied, revised, re-used or disclosed without the written consent of the Architect.NOTFORCONSTRUCTION2502SD102525.vwx Oct. 25, 2025 321 BACHMAN AVE LOS GATOS, CA 95030 DO NOT SCALE PLANSSCALE REFLECTS DRAWINGS PRINTED ON ARCH D 24x36 SIZE SHEETS Page 249 This Page Intentionally Left Blank Page 250 PREPARED BY: Maria Chavarin 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: 11/19/25 ITEM NO: 7 DATE: November 14, 2025 TO: Historic Preservation Committee FROM: Joel Paulson, Community Development Director SUBJECT: Consider a Request for Approval to Construct an Addition and Exterior Alterations to an Existing Pre-1941 Single-Family Residence on Property Zoned R-1D. Located at 446 San Benito Avenue. APN 410-16-051. Request for Review Application PHST-25-021. Exempt Pursuant to CEQA Guidelines, Section 15301: Existing Facilities. Property Owner/Applicant: Devendra Deshwal. Project Planner: Maria Chavarin. RECOMMENDATION: Consider a request for approval to construct an addition and exterior alterations to an existing pre-1941 single-family residence located at 446 San Benito Avenue. PROPERTY DETAILS: 1. Date primary structure was built: 1905 per County Assessor’s Database; 1920s per Anne Bloomfield Survey 2. Town of Los Gatos Historic Status Code: “✓” or historic and some altered 3. Does property have an LHP Overlay? No 4. Is structure in a historic district? No 5. If yes, is it a contributor? N/A 6. Findings required? Yes 7. Considerations required? Yes BACKGROUND: The County Assessor indicates that the residence located at 446 San Benito Avenue was constructed in 1905 and the 1991 Bloomfield Survey estimates the construction date as the 1920s (Attachment 1). The building footprint shown on the Sanborn Fire Insurance Maps is consistent between 1928 and 1944 (Attachment 1). The footprint of the residence remained consistent between 1928 and 1944. Page 251 PAGE 2 OF 4 SUBJECT: 446 San Benito Avenue/PHST-25-021 DATE: November 14, 2025 The 1991 Anne Bloomfield Survey rates the residence as historic and some altered (Attachment 1). This rating suggests that, at the time of the survey in 1991, very few modifications had been made to the residence including window and porch alterations. Town permit records provide the following permit history:  2004 – Electrical Permit;  2010 – Building Permit – front porch and roof eaves repairs; and  2015 – Building Permit – re-roof. The applicant provided evidence that there have been unpermitted additions to the original structure (Attachment 1). Building permits show that the permitted floor area of the house is 684 square feet where the actual existing floor area of the house is 889 square feet. The applicant provided as-built plans for the existing house (Attachment 1, Annexure 10), showing the existing floor area of 889 square feet. The applicant’s position is that unpermitted additions were made to the house. In addition to the applicant’s research on the history of the property (Attachment 1), the applicant proposes to construct a 1,393-square foot first floor addition and a 479-square foot attached garage toward the side and rear of the residence and exterior modifications such as siding replacement (Attachment 3). At the September 24, 2025, meeting, the Historic Preservation Committee deliberated on a preliminary review for a single-story addition and a new two-story addition including exterior alterations to a pre-1941 residence. The Committee discussed each of the areas of interest outlined in the staff report dated September 19, 2025. The Committee evaluated the proposal and provided feedback to the applicant to apply the recommendations to a future design. DISCUSSION: The applicant has returned to the Committee requesting a formal recommendation of the revised project, proposing a single-story addition with exterior alterations including siding replacement (Attachments 2 and 4). The applicant’s project description (Attachment 2) describes the existing structures on site, details the proposed single-story addition, and addresses the areas of interest provided in the staff report dated September 19, 2025. The development plans show a single-story addition to the side and rear of the existing residence. The addition consists of a 479-square-foot attached garage, and a 1,393-square foot addition totaling 2,238-square foot residence. The proposed residence complies with the maximum allowed floor area allowed for the property. Based on the project scope and once the demolition calculation is verifired, the project could be completed under a Building Permit application. Page 252 PAGE 3 OF 4 SUBJECT: 446 San Benito Avenue/PHST-25-021 DATE: November 14, 2025 The design of the attached garage is setback from the front façade of the residence to minimize visual impact from the public street. The added habitable area is located to the rear of the existing residence and not visible from the street. The new roof forms on the front elevation appear to align with the original bungalow architectural style of the existing residence. The exterior changes consist of removing and replacing doors and windows including window types, introduction of new roof ridges to accommodate the new garage and new habitable areas, and siding replacement. The proposed windows would be white metal-clad wood; the new roof is a gable roof to match the existing roof style and materials (shingles); the proposed garage and entry doors consist of wood material; and the proposed siding is a shingle wood siding to match existing. Town Code Section 29.10.020 clarifies that demolition of a historic structure means removal of more than twenty-five percent of the wall(s) facing a public street or fifty percent of all exterior walls. When approved by the deciding body, the following is exempt from the demolition definition: a. Replacement. The exterior wall covering may be removed if the covering is not original to the structure. b. Repair. The removal and replacement of in kind non-repairable exterior wall covering (siding) resulting in no change to its exterior appearance or historic character if approved by the deciding body. c. Removal. The removal of an addition(s) that is not part of the original structure and which has no historic significance, as determined by the Historic Preservation Committee. Demolition shall be determined by subsections (1) and (2) above for the original structure, where walls enclosed by additions shall be considered as exterior walls. The applicant requests that the Committee make the repair finding, exempting the in-kind replacement of the damage siding from the demolition calculation. FINDINGS AND CONSIDERATIONS: A. Findings Sec. 29.10.020. Demolition (historic structures) All remaining exterior walls must be contiguous and must retain the existing exterior wall covering. No new exterior wall covering shall be permitted over the existing exterior wall covering. The following are exempt from this definition: ___ a. Replacement. The exterior wall covering may be removed if the covering is not original to the structure. _X_ b. Repair. The removal and replacement of in kind non-repairable exterior wall covering Page 253 PAGE 4 OF 4 SUBJECT: 446 San Benito Avenue/PHST-25-021 DATE: November 14, 2025 (siding) resulting in no change to its exterior appearance or historic character if approved by the deciding body. ___ c. Removal. The removal of an addition(s) that is not part of the original structure and which has no historic significance, as determined by the Historic Preservation Committee. Demolition shall be determined by subsections (1) and (2) above for the original structure, where walls enclosed by additions shall be considered as exterior walls. B. 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: X For pre-1941 structures, the proposed work will neither adversely affect the exterior architectural characteristics or other features of the property which is the subject of the application. C. Residential Design Guidelines Sections 3.9 of the Town’s Residential Design Guidelines offers recommendations for the construction of additions to existing residences (Attachment 3). CONCLUSION: The applicant is seeking a recommendation of approval from the Committee for the construction of a single-story addition and exterior alterations to an existing pre-1941 single- family residence on property zoned R-1D, located at 446 San Benito Avenue. A new single-story addition, if not triggering a technical demolition, would be processed through a Building Permit application. Should the Committee find merit in the request, the recommendation would be forwarded to the Community Development Director. If confirmed through Planning review to be in substantial conformance with the Committee’s review and recommendations, the application would not return to the Committee. ATTACHMENTS: 1. Applicant’s Research 2. Project Description 3. Section 3.9, Residential Design Guidelines 4. 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PROPERTY OWNER/APPLICANT: Devendra Deshwal PROPERTY DETAILS :  Date primary structure was built: as per ANNE BLOOMFIELD ARCHITECTURAL SURVEY- LOS GATOS RESEARCH -Year 1920$V3HU7RZQ5HFRUG  Town of Los Gatos Historic Status Code: N/A  Does property have an LHP Overlay? No  Is the structure in a historic district? No  If yes, is it a contributor? N/A DETAILED JUSTIFICATION: A wide-ranging research has been conducted in line with the guidelines of the Historic Research WorkSheet, Historic Preservation Committee, Town of Los Gatos and the details of the research are given as below: 1. LOS GATOS PUBLIC LIBRARY : a. SANBORN MAPS : The Sanborn maps of 1928 & 1944 are attached as Annexures-1 & 2. These maps show the main house and an accessory structure in the rear yard. The main house still exists but the accessory structure is no longer existing as will be seen from the existing site plan sheet A1 in the plan set of the existing house attached as Annexure 10. . b. 1941 TAX ASSESSMENT : The 1941 Tax Assessment Survey is attached as Annexure-3. It does not convey any pointer to the historical character of this building. (The survey report is for lot 43 (Old No.) as also correlated in the ANNE BLOOMFIELD SURVEY. c. 1989 ANNE BLOOMFIELD HISTORIC RESOURCE SURVEY FORM : The Anne Bloomfield Historic Resource Survey Form is attached as Annexure-4. The survey also mentions its old lot No. as 43 and also provides its likely year of construction as 1920. The original style is said to be “Banglow”. It also mentions that some alterations to existing windows and the Porch were done to the original house. A photo of the house is also given but the features of the house are not very clear from it. As such, the survey does not establish it to be a structure of historic importance. d. POLK’S DIRECTORIES & TELEPHONE DIRECTORY : Contd P2 ATTACHMENT -1 Page 257 The Polk’s Directories & Telephone directories were researched to know the details of persons staying or associated with this house. A chronological detail of the persons stayed is given in Annexure -5 attached including the relevant pages of the Polk’s Directory. A search was made on the internet for important persons associated with Los Gatos and a list of 83 people appeared as per the link below: https://www.famousfix.com/list/people-from-los-gatos-california None of these famous people lived in this house.. Thus a perusal of Annexure 5 and the Google search shows that no significant persons are associated with this house/structure. e. HISTORIC PROPERTY RESEARCH COLLOECTION : The Historic Property Research Collection in the Los Gatos Library was searched and no record pertaining to this structure was found in box no. 9 relevant for the San Benito Ave. A record of only one house i.e. for 441, was found in the box. This establishes the house at 446 San Benito Ave does not have any historical importance. 2. SANTA CLARA COUNTY RESOURCES: A request was made to the planning department of the Santa Clara County to ascertain if any plans or any other records are available in the county records. The county replied that no plan or any other records are available for 446 San Benito Ave & asked to contact the town of Los Gatos for the same. Thus no historical records are available in the county for this structure. The email screenshot of the replies from the county are attached as Annexure 6 & 7. 3. TOWN OF LOS GATOS- COMPUTER RECORDS: A search was made on the computer installed in the lobby to find out the records of 446 San Benito Ave. The search yielded some of the records including the permit records for some of the works done in this house. These records are attached as Annexure 8 (11 pages). A perusal of these records indicate that some alteration works have been done to the original house as below: 1. Electrical service upgrade 2. Front porch repair and repair of the eve. 3. Repair of the roof and eave including replacement of the rafters. The shape of the house given in this permit is rectangular box type. 4. In addition other unpermitted works have also been carried out in the house as brought out in succeeding paras. 4. ADDITIONAL DETAILS: (a) In addition, the details of the house were also downloaded from the Town of Los Gatos city portal and the same are attached as Annexure-9.. A perusal of these records show that the permitted floor area of this house is 684 Sq Ft only. whereas the existing floor area of the house is 889 sq ft without the front porch. It speaks of some unpermitted addition made to the house as discussed in following paras. -2- Contd P3Page 258 (b) The plans of the existing house have been prepared and are attached as Annexure 10 (24 pages). The floor area of the existing house is 889 Sq Ft as against the permitted floor area of 684 Sq Ft only. It is also seen that the ceiling height of the bedroom & bathroom on the right side is only 6’-9” to 6’-11”, as against the main house ceiling height of 8’-0”(+). It is marked with A, B & C on sheet A4, A5 & A6.1. It establishes that some unpermitted constructions have been made to the house. The possible unpermitted portion is marked in redlines in sheet A2 (Existing Floor Plan) & A2.1 (Area Calculations). The photo survey of the existing house has also been done & the photos of the house are given in sheet A 6.1 to A6.17 & A7 of the attached plan set (Annexure -10). A quick perusal of the photos & plan indicate that the house is not structurally sound & also some alterations have been made which are not code compliant as outlined below: i. The ridge board of the porch is not provided as seen in plan sheet A6.7. Thus the porch roof is not structurally sound. ii. The height in the bedroom 2 is less than 7’-6” the minimum admissible height. iii. A wall has been constructed between bedroom 1 & closet which is abutting the middle of the window as seen in Sheet A6.17. iv. The existing windows of the bedroom are not egress compliant as per the current code requirement etc. v. The architectural design of the house is very simple- a rectangular box with front porch enclosed on all sides and no uniqueness is noticed in the architectural details/design. vi. Further due to alteration to window & porch etc, the original design is no longer existing. (c) As would be seen from the plan sheet A7, all the houses around this house have been modified and present a good look and this house in the existing condition is totally a misfit in the area. (d) The APN map and the Tract Map of the lot are also attached as Annexure 11 & 12. CONCLUSION: In view of the above points, it is clear that the existing house has no architectural merit for the following reasons: a. The structure is not associated with events that have made a significant contribution to the Town; b. No significant persons are associated with the structure. c. There are no distinctive characteristics of type, period or method of construction or representation of work of a master; d. The structure does not yield information to Town history; and, -- Contd P4Page 259 e. The integrity has been compromised due to alterations such that the structure no longer has the potential to convey significance. In view of above submissions, it can be seen that the existing house at 446 San Benito Ave has no historic significance or architectural merit. Due to the poor condition of the house it needs repair and due to family needs extra space is also required to be added. Therefore, it is requested that the house may be removed from Historic Resources Inventory. Thank you for your considerations Best regards, Devendra Deshwal Homeowner 446 San Benito Ave, Los Gatos CA, 95032 Phone- 408 318 1053 -4- Page 260 ANNEXURE-1 (1928 SANBORN MAPS) 446 San Benoto Ave Page 261 ANNEXURE-2(1944 SANBORN MAPS)446 San Benito AvePage 262 Page 263 Page 264 ANNEXURE-5 OWNERSHIP HISTORY OF 446 SAN BENITO AVE, LOS GATOS As per Telephone directories of various years available in the Los gatos Library, the ownership details are as below: Period Homeowners Prior to 1934 No record found 1934 to 1941 Mr Conroy Owen 1941 to 1943 Mr M J Wuseri ( The 1941 Tax assessment indicated his name (name not legible). 1943 to 1944 Vacant 1945 to 1947 Mrs Kinter Paula 1949 to 2025 Mr Cushman Arth C 2025 onwards Mrs Rajkumari & Devendra Deshwal Page 265 P2 Page 266 P3 Page 267 P4 Page 268 P5 Page 269 P6Page 270 P7Page 271 P8 Page 272 P9 Page 273 P10 Page 274 ANNEXURE -6Type text hereSanta Clara County Reply -1Page 275 ANNEXURE-7Santa Clara County Reply -2Page 276 CITY COMPUTER RECORDS 1. Electrical Service Upgrade (5 pages) ANNEXURE-8 Page 277 Page 278 Page 279 Page 280 Page 281 2. FRONT PORCH AND ROOF EVE REPAIR PERMIT -5 Pages Page 282 Page 283 Page 284 Page 285 Page 286 REROOF INCLUDING REPLACEMENT OF ROOF PERMIT -1 Page3.Page 287 Page 288 EXISTING WALL PROPERTY LINEPL SYMBOLS 2665 (E)6'-10''4020 SH (E)4040 SH (E)3640 SL (E)2868 (E) 4020 SH (E)2668 (E)BEDROOM 1 WALK INCLOSET LIVING AREA 3640 SH (E)3640 SH (E)7'-2''BATHROOM 2020 SH (E)2020 SH (E)10'-6''2668 (E)2468 (E)6'-9''2668 (E)2668 (E) PL PL PL PL PL PL PL PL PL PL PLPLPLPLPLPLPLPLPLPLPLPLPLPLPLPLPLPLPLPLPLPLPLPLPLPLPLPLPLPLPLPLPLPLPLPLPLPLPLPLPLPLPLPLPLPLPLPLPLPLPLPLPLPLPLPLPLPLPLPLPLPLPLPLPLPLPLPLPLPLPLPLWALKWAY ENTRY GAS METER(E) 100 AMPSELECTRICMETER (E) ROOMHEATER 6'-11''BATH TUBWH 31027 SH (E)31027 SH (E)BEDROOM 2 7'-11''OFFICE 8'-8'' 2630 SL (E) 3860 (E)6030 SH (E)-7'' LAUNDRY WD3040 SH (E)1860 (E)3030 SH (E)8'-1'' REAR DECK 5030 SL (E)REF KITCHEN DININGROOM BEAM(E) BEAM(E) LATTICE-TYP. 8'-1'' WALKWAY -1'-4''PPPPPPPPLLLLLLLLLLLLPLLPLPPPPPPPPPPPPPLPPPPPPPLPLPLPLPLPLPLSHEETTITLE:-EXISTINGSITE PLAN A1 OWNER :- DESIGNER :-REVISIONSNUMBERDATEDESCRIPTIONPROJECT :(ADDITION &REMODELING OFEXISTING HOUSE)446 SAN BENITOAVE, LOS GATOS,CA 95030DATE SCALE SHEET 03/03/2025 UNICORN STRUCTURES PRINCIPAL DEVENDRA DESHWAL 20801, VERDE MOOR CT. SARATOGA, CA - 95070 PH. NO.: 408-318-1053 EMAIL:dsdeshwal@gmail.com RAJ KUMARI & DEVENDRA 1/8 "=1'-0" EXISTING SITE PLAN SCALE 1/8" = 1'-0" ANNEXURE-10 -24 PAGES Page 289 2665 (E)6'-10''4020 SH (E)4040 SH (E)3640 SL (E)2868 (E) 4020 SH (E)2668 (E)BEDROOM 1 WALK INCLOSET LIVING AREA 3640 SH (E)3640 SH (E)7'-2''BATHROOM 2020 SH (E) 2020 SH (E)10'-6''2668 (E)2468 (E)6'-9''2668 (E)2668 (E) ENTRY GAS METER(E) 100 AMPSELECTRICMETER (E) ROOMHEATER 6'-11''BATH TUBWH 31027 SH (E)31027 SH (E)BEDROOM 2 7'-11''OFFICE 8'-8'' 2630 SL (E) 3860 (E)6030 SH (E)-7'' LAUNDRYWD 3040 SH (E)1860 (E)3030 SH (E)8'-1''5030 SL (E)REF KITCHEN DININGROOM BEAM(E) BEAM(E) LATTICE-TYP. 8'-1'' 1 A5 1 A5 2A5 2A5 SYMBOLS SHEET TITLE:-EXISTINGFLOORPLANSA2 OWNER :- DESIGNER :-REVISIONSNUMBERDATEDESCRIPTIONPROJECT :(ADDITION &REMODELING OFEXISTING HOUSE)446 SAN BENITOAVE, LOS GATOS,CA 95030DATE SCALE SHEET 03/03/2025 UNICORN STRUCTURES PRINCIPAL DEVENDRA DESHWAL 20801, VERDE MOOR CT. SARATOGA, CA - 95070 PH. NO.: 408-318-1053 EMAIL:dsdeshwal@gmail.com RAJ KUMARI & DEVENDRA 1/4"=1'-0'' EXISTING FIRST FLOOR PLAN SCALE 1/4" = 1'-0" Page 290 2665 (E)6'-10''4020 SH (E)4040 SH (E)3640 SL (E)2868 (E) 4020 SH (E)2668 (E)BEDROOM 1 WALK INCLOSET LIVING AREA 3640 SH (E)3640 SH (E)7'-2''BATHROOM 2020 SH (E) 2020 SH (E)10'-6''2668 (E)2468 (E)6'-9''2668 (E)2668 (E) ENTRY GAS METER(E) 100 AMPSELECTRICMETER (E) ROOMHEATER 6'-11''BATH TUBWH 31027 SH (E)31027 SH (E)BEDROOM 2 7'-11''OFFICE 8'-8'' 2630 SL (E) 3860 (E)6030 SH (E)-7'' LAUNDRYWD 3040 SH (E)1860 (E)3030 SH (E)8'-1''5030 SL (E)REF KITCHEN DININGROOM BEAM(E) BEAM(E) LATTICE-TYP. 8'-1'' B A UNPERMITTED(C) D 1 A5 1 A5 2A5 2A5 EXISTING WALL SYMBOLS AREA CALCULATIONS (EXISTING HOUSE) TOTAL EXISTING FLOOR AREA TOTAL FLOOR AREA (A+B+C)= 889 SQ FT 12'-8" X 24'-8"= 314.50 SQ FTB 19'-0" X 18'-11"= 359.41 SQ FTA 18'-11" X 6'-1"= 115.58 SQ FTD FLOOR AREA PORCH AREA 8'-1" X 24'-10"= 204.83 SQ FTC UNPERMITTED ADDITION PERMITTED /FLOOR AREA 674.00 SQ FT = SAYS 684SQ FT(AS PER RECORDS)SHEET TITLE:-AREACALCULATIONA2.1 OWNER :- DESIGNER :-REVISIONSNUMBERDATEDESCRIPTIONPROJECT :(ADDITION &REMODELING OFEXISTING HOUSE)446 SAN BENITOAVE, LOS GATOS,CA 95030DATE SCALE SHEET 03/03/2025 UNICORN STRUCTURES PRINCIPAL DEVENDRA DESHWAL 20801, VERDE MOOR CT. SARATOGA, CA - 95070 PH. NO.: 408-318-1053 EMAIL:dsdeshwal@gmail.com RAJ KUMARI & DEVENDRA 1/4"=1'-0'' EXISTING FIRST FLOOR PLAN SCALE 1/4" = 1'-0" Page 291 8'-1'' LATTICE-TYP. BEAM(E) BEAM(E) DININGROOM KITCHEN REF 5030 SL (E)8'-1''3030 SH (E)1860 (E)3040 SH (E)DWLAUNDRY -7''6030 SH (E)3860 (E) 2630 SL (E) 8'-8'' OFFICE 7'-11''BEDROOM 2 31027 SH (E)31027 SH (E)WH BATH TUB6'-11''ROOMHEATER 100 AMPSELECTRICMETER (E) GAS METER(E) ENTRY 2668 (E)2668 (E)6'-9''2468 (E)2668 (E)10'-6''2020 SH (E)2020 SH (E)BATHROOM 7'-2''3640 SH (E)3640 SH (E)LIVING AREA WALK IN CLOSET BEDROOM 1 2668 (E)4020 SH (E) 2868 (E)3640 SL (E)4040 SH (E)4020 SH (E)6'-10''2665 (E) 4:12 4:124:124:12 4:12 4:12 4:12 4:12 4:124:121A5 1A5 2A5 2A5 SHEETTITLE:-EXISTINGROOF PLANA3 OWNER :- DESIGNER :-REVISIONSNUMBERDATEDESCRIPTIONPROJECT :(ADDITION &REMODELING OFEXISTING HOUSE)446 SAN BENITOAVE, LOS GATOS,CA 95030DATE SCALE SHEET 03/03/2025 UNICORN STRUCTURES PRINCIPAL DEVENDRA DESHWAL 20801, VERDE MOOR CT. SARATOGA, CA - 95070 PH. NO.: 408-318-1053 EMAIL:dsdeshwal@gmail.com RAJ KUMARI & DEVENDRA 1/4"=1' EXISTING ROOF PLAN SCALE 1/4" = 1'-0" Page 292 FIRST FLOOR LEVEL EX. GROUND LEVEL ENTRY FOYER LVL TOP PLATE LVL FIRST FLOOR LEVEL EX. GROUND LEVEL ENTRY FOYER LVL TOP PLATE LVL A FIRST FLOOR LEVEL EX. GROUND LEVEL ENTRY FOYER LVL TOP PLATE LVL FIRST FLOOR LEVEL EX. GROUND LEVEL ENTRY FOYER LVL TOP PLATE LVL SHEETTITLE:-EXISTING ELEVATIONS A4 OWNER :- DESIGNER :-REVISIONSNUMBERDATEDESCRIPTIONPROJECT :(ADDITION &REMODELING OFEXISTING HOUSE)446 SAN BENITOAVE, LOS GATOS,CA 95030DATE SCALE SHEET 03/03/2025 UNICORN STRUCTURES PRINCIPAL DEVENDRA DESHWAL 20801, VERDE MOOR CT. SARATOGA, CA - 95070 PH. NO.: 408-318-1053 EMAIL:dsdeshwal@gmail.com RAJ KUMARI & DEVENDRA 3/8"=1'-0" EXISTING FRONT ELEVATION SCALE 3/8" = 1'-0"EXISTING REAR ELEVATION SCALE 3/8" = 1'-0" EXISTING LEFT ELEVATION SCALE 3/8" = 1'-0" EXISTING RIGHT ELEVATION SCALE 3/8" = 1'-0" Page 293 FIRST FLOOR LEVEL EX. GROUND LEVEL ENTRY FOYER LVL TOP PLATE LVL KITCHEN BEDROOM 2 B FIRST FLOOR LEVEL EX. GROUND LEVEL ENTRY FOYER LVL TOP PLATE LVL KITCHENLIVING AREA DINING AREA LAUNDRYENTRY FOYER OFFICE SHEETTITLE:-EXISTINGSECTIONSA5 OWNER :- DESIGNER :-REVISIONSNUMBERDATEDESCRIPTIONPROJECT :(ADDITION &REMODELING OFEXISTING HOUSE)446 SAN BENITOAVE, LOS GATOS,CA 95030DATE SCALE SHEET 03/03/2025 UNICORN STRUCTURES PRINCIPAL DEVENDRA DESHWAL 20801, VERDE MOOR CT. SARATOGA, CA - 95070 PH. NO.: 408-318-1053 EMAIL:dsdeshwal@gmail.com RAJ KUMARI & DEVENDRA 3/8"=1'-0" EXISTING SECTION - 1A5 EXISTING SECTION - 2A5 SCALE : 3/8''=1'-0'' SCALE : 3/8''=1'-0'' Page 294 1.SITE C SHEETTITLE:-EXISTING SITEPHOTO-1A6.1 OWNER :- DESIGNER :-REVISIONSNUMBERDATEDESCRIPTIONPROJECT :(ADDITION &REMODELING OFEXISTING HOUSE)446 SAN BENITOAVE, LOS GATOS,CA 95030DATE SCALE SHEET 03/03/2025 UNICORN STRUCTURES PRINCIPAL DEVENDRA DESHWAL 20801, VERDE MOOR CT. SARATOGA, CA - 95070 PH. NO.: 408-318-1053 EMAIL:dsdeshwal@gmail.com RAJ KUMARI & DEVENDRA NTS Page 295 2.SITE FRONT AERIAL VIEW SHEETTITLE:-EXISTING SITEPHOTO-2A6.2 OWNER :- DESIGNER :-REVISIONSNUMBERDATEDESCRIPTIONPROJECT :(ADDITION &REMODELING OFEXISTING HOUSE)446 SAN BENITOAVE, LOS GATOS,CA 95030DATE SCALE SHEET 03/03/2025 UNICORN STRUCTURES PRINCIPAL DEVENDRA DESHWAL 20801, VERDE MOOR CT. SARATOGA, CA - 95070 PH. NO.: 408-318-1053 EMAIL:dsdeshwal@gmail.com RAJ KUMARI & DEVENDRA NTS Page 296 3.SITE REAR AERIAL VIEW SHEETTITLE:-EXISTING SITEPHOTO-3A6.3 OWNER :- DESIGNER :-REVISIONSNUMBERDATEDESCRIPTIONPROJECT :(ADDITION &REMODELING OFEXISTING HOUSE)446 SAN BENITOAVE, LOS GATOS,CA 95030DATE SCALE SHEET 03/03/2025 UNICORN STRUCTURES PRINCIPAL DEVENDRA DESHWAL 20801, VERDE MOOR CT. SARATOGA, CA - 95070 PH. NO.: 408-318-1053 EMAIL:dsdeshwal@gmail.com RAJ KUMARI & DEVENDRA NTS Page 297 4.FRONT VIEW SHEETTITLE:-EXISTING SITEPHOTO-4A6.4 OWNER :- DESIGNER :-REVISIONSNUMBERDATEDESCRIPTIONPROJECT :(ADDITION &REMODELING OFEXISTING HOUSE)446 SAN BENITOAVE, LOS GATOS,CA 95030DATE SCALE SHEET 03/03/2025 UNICORN STRUCTURES PRINCIPAL DEVENDRA DESHWAL 20801, VERDE MOOR CT. SARATOGA, CA - 95070 PH. NO.: 408-318-1053 EMAIL:dsdeshwal@gmail.com RAJ KUMARI & DEVENDRA NTS Page 298 LEFT VIEW 5.SITE LEFT VIEW SHEETTITLE:-EXISTING SITEPHOTO-5A6.5 OWNER :- DESIGNER :-REVISIONSNUMBERDATEDESCRIPTIONPROJECT :(ADDITION &REMODELING OFEXISTING HOUSE)446 SAN BENITOAVE, LOS GATOS,CA 95030DATE SCALE SHEET 03/03/2025 UNICORN STRUCTURES PRINCIPAL DEVENDRA DESHWAL 20801, VERDE MOOR CT. SARATOGA, CA - 95070 PH. NO.: 408-318-1053 EMAIL:dsdeshwal@gmail.com RAJ KUMARI & DEVENDRA NTS Page 299 6.ENTRY FOYER (PORCH)SHEETTITLE:-EXISTING SITEPHOTO-6A6.6 OWNER :- DESIGNER :-REVISIONSNUMBERDATEDESCRIPTIONPROJECT :(ADDITION &REMODELING OFEXISTING HOUSE)446 SAN BENITOAVE, LOS GATOS,CA 95030DATE SCALE SHEET 03/03/2025 UNICORN STRUCTURES PRINCIPAL DEVENDRA DESHWAL 20801, VERDE MOOR CT. SARATOGA, CA - 95070 PH. NO.: 408-318-1053 EMAIL:dsdeshwal@gmail.com RAJ KUMARI & DEVENDRA NTS Page 300 7.ENTRY PORCH (CEILING)SHEETTITLE:-EXISTING SITEPHOTO-7A6.7 OWNER :- DESIGNER :-REVISIONSNUMBERDATEDESCRIPTIONPROJECT :(ADDITION &REMODELING OFEXISTING HOUSE)446 SAN BENITOAVE, LOS GATOS,CA 95030DATE SCALE SHEET 03/03/2025 UNICORN STRUCTURES PRINCIPAL DEVENDRA DESHWAL 20801, VERDE MOOR CT. SARATOGA, CA - 95070 PH. NO.: 408-318-1053 EMAIL:dsdeshwal@gmail.com RAJ KUMARI & DEVENDRA NTS Page 301 8.LEFT VIEW SHEETTITLE:-EXISTING SITEPHOTO-8A6.8 OWNER :- DESIGNER :-REVISIONSNUMBERDATEDESCRIPTIONPROJECT :(ADDITION &REMODELING OFEXISTING HOUSE)446 SAN BENITOAVE, LOS GATOS,CA 95030DATE SCALE SHEET 03/03/2025 UNICORN STRUCTURES PRINCIPAL DEVENDRA DESHWAL 20801, VERDE MOOR CT. SARATOGA, CA - 95070 PH. NO.: 408-318-1053 EMAIL:dsdeshwal@gmail.com RAJ KUMARI & DEVENDRA NTS Page 302 9.LEFT VIEW SHEETTITLE:-EXISTING SITEPHOTO-9A6.9 OWNER :- DESIGNER :-REVISIONSNUMBERDATEDESCRIPTIONPROJECT :(ADDITION &REMODELING OFEXISTING HOUSE)446 SAN BENITOAVE, LOS GATOS,CA 95030DATE SCALE SHEET 03/03/2025 UNICORN STRUCTURES PRINCIPAL DEVENDRA DESHWAL 20801, VERDE MOOR CT. SARATOGA, CA - 95070 PH. 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NO.: 408-318-1053 EMAIL:dsdeshwal@gmail.com RAJ KUMARI & DEVENDRA NTS Page 311 SAN BENITO ROAD 446 HOUSES ROW OF CONTEXT TO THE HOUSE HOUSES ROW OF CONTEXT TO REAR / ADJACENT OF THE HOUSE 446 SAN BENITO AVE456 SAN BENITO AVE458 SAN BENITO AVE 440 SAN BENITO AVE 438 SAN BENITO AVE HOUSES ROW OF CONTEXT TO FRONT OF THE HOUSE 445 SAN BENITO AVE455 SAN BENITO AVE459 SAN BENITO AVE 447 SAN BENITO AVE 437 SAN BENITO AVE 453 MONTEREY AVE459 MONTEREY AVE461 MONTEREY AVE 451 MONTEREY AVE 443 MONTEREY AVE SHEETTITLE:-CONTEXT PHOTOGRAPHSA7 OWNER :- DESIGNER :-REVISIONSNUMBERDATEDESCRIPTIONPROJECT :(ADDITION &REMODELING OFEXISTING HOUSE)446 SAN BENITOAVE, LOS GATOS,CA 95030DATE SCALE SHEET 03/03/2025 UNICORN STRUCTURES PRINCIPAL DEVENDRA DESHWAL 20801, VERDE MOOR CT. SARATOGA, CA - 95070 PH. NO.: 408-318-1053 EMAIL:dsdeshwal@gmail.com RAJ KUMARI & DEVENDRA NTS Page 312 ANNEXURE-11APN Map Page 313 ANNEXURE-12TRACT MAPPage 314 Page 315 Page 316 Residential Design Guidelines 33 Town of Los Gatos BUILDING DESIGN3 3.8.3 Use traditional detailing •Treat openings in walls as though they were constructed of the traditional material for the style. For example, be sure to provide substantial wall space above arches in stucco and stone walls. Traditionally, wall space above the arch would have been necessary to structurally span the opening, and to make the space too small is inconsistent with the archi- tectural style. •Openings in walls faced with stone, real or synthetic, should have defined lintels above the opening except in Mission or Spanish Eclectic styles. Lintels may be stone, brick or wood as suits the style of the house. •Treat synthetic materials as though they were authentic. For example, select synthetic stone patterns that place the individual stones in a horizontal plane as they would have been in a load bearing masonry wall. •Select roof materials that are consistent with the traditional architectural style (e.g., avoid concrete roof tiles on a Crafts- man Style house.) 3.8.4 Materials changes •Make materials and color changes at inside corners rather than outside corners to avoid a pasted on look. 3.9 ADDITIONS/ACCESSORY BUILDINGS/SECONDARY UNITS •Site additions in the least conspicuous place. In many cases this is a rear or side elevation - only rarely is it a rooftop. •The existing built forms, components and materials should be reinforced. Heights and proportions of additions and alterations should be consistent with and continue the original architectural style and design. •Additions should be subordinate, and compatible in scale and proportion to the historically significant portions of the existing structure. •When an addition or remodel requires the use of newly constructed exterior elements, they should be identical in size, dimension, shape and location as the original, and Use stone or wood lintels over openings in stone walls Additions, accessory buildings and secondary units should match the form, architectural style, and details of the original house ATTACHMENT 4 Page 317 Residential Design Guidelines34 Town of Los Gatos BUILDING DESIGN3 should utilize the same materials as the existing protected exterior elements. • When an addition necessitates the removal of architectural materials, such as siding, windows, doors, and decorative elements, they should be carefully removed and reused in the addition where possible. • The introduction of window and door openings not char- acteristic in proportion, scale, or style with the original architecture is strongly discouraged (e.g., sliding windows or doors in a structure characterized by double hung windows and swinging doors). • The character of any addition or alteration should be in keeping with and subordinate to the integrity of the original structure. • The amount of foundation exposed on the addition should match that of the original building. • Do not add roof top additions where the roof is of historic significance. • Second floor additions are discouraged in neighborhoods with largely one story homes. If horizontal expansion of the house is not possible, consider incorporating a second floor addition within the roof form as shown in the example to the left. • Second floor additions which are not embedded within the roof form should be located to the rear of the structure. • The height and proportion of an addition or a second story should not dominate the original structure. • Deck additions should be placed to the rear of the struc- ture only, and should be subordinate in terms of scale and detailing. • New outbuildings, such as garages, should be clearly subor- dinate to the main structure in massing, and should utilize forms, materials and details which are similar to the main structure. • Garages should generally be located to the rear of the lot behind the rear wall of the residence. One car wide access driveways should be utilized. Original structure Addition incorporated into the roof successfully adds space while respecting the integrity of the existing house and the scale of the neighborhood Placing a two story addition to the rear can minimize its impact on the historic resource and the scale of the neighborhood Page 318 Page 319 Page 320 Page 321 Page 322 Page 323 Page 324 Page 325 Page 326 Page 327 Page 328 Page 329 Page 330 Page 331 Page 332 Page 333 Page 334 Page 335 This Page Intentionally Left Blank Page 336 PREPARED BY: Sean Mullin, AICP Planning Manager 110 E. Main Street Los Gatos, CA 95030 ● 408-354-6874 www.losgatosca.gov TOWN OF LOS GATOS HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMITTEE REPORT MEETING DATE: 11/19/2025 ITEM NO: 8 DATE: November 14, 2025 TO: Historic Preservation Committee FROM: Joel Paulson, Community Development Director SUBJECT: Consider a Request for Approval to Construct Exterior Alterations to an Existing Pre-1941 Single-Family Residence on Property Zoned R-1:8. Located at 310 Johnson Avenue. APN 529-39-006. Exempt Pursuant to CEQA Section 15301: Existing Facilities. Request for Review Application PHST-25-024. Property Owner/Applicant: Sumit Ahluwalia. Project Planner: Sean Mullin. RECOMMENDATION: Consider a request for approval to construct exterior alterations to an existing pre-1941 single- family residence on property zoned R-1:8, located at 310 Johnson Avenue. PROPERTY DETAILS: 1. Date primary structure was built: 1900 (effective year built 1920) per County Assessor’s Database 2. Bloomfield Preliminary Rating: N/A 3. Does property have an LHP Overlay? No 4. Is structure in a historic district? No 5. If yes, is it a contributor? N/A 6. Findings required? No 7. Considerations required? Yes BACKGROUND: The subject property is located on the south side of Johnson Avenue, approximately 65 feet south of intersection with Foster Road. The County Assessor reports that the residence was constructed in 1900, with an effective year built of 1920. The Anne Bloomfield Survey does not include the property. The Sanborn Fire Insurance Maps cover the area beginning in 1891; however, the current lot configuration and existing residence is not reflected until 1928 (Attachment 1). The footprint of the residence remains consistent between the 1928 and the 1956 maps. Town records include a permit for rehabilitation in 1983 and a permit to repair/replace earthquake damage to the fireplace in 1990. Building Permits were also issued to Page 337 PAGE 2 OF 3 SUBJECT: 310 Johnson Avenue/PHST-25-024 DATE: November 14, 2025 the applicant in 2025 for foundation replacement and an interior remodel to reconfigure the floor plan with no exterior alterations. DISCUSSION: The applicant submitted Letter of Justification indicating that non-original brick siding and wainscoting detached from the residence and collapsed during the permitted foundation replacement work, revealing the original wood siding beneath (Attachment 2). With the scope of the permitted project expanding to address the failed brick siding, the applicant proposes exterior alterations, including:  Expanding the front porch;  Relocating the front entry door; and  New window locations. Attachment 2 details the proposed design and materials. Additionally, the applicant provided details on proposed exterior materials (Attachment 3), existing and proposed elevations, and a proposed floor plan (Attachment 4). Staff provided an exhibit showing the existing and proposed floor plan at a consistent scale in Attachment 5. In summary, the existing wood siding beneath the failed brick would be repaired/replaced in- kind (Attachments 4 and 5). The existing front entry door, now hidden from view, would be replaced with a window and a new entry door would be created at the center of the front façade to provide a clear entry. The existing window beneath the failed brick would be expanded into three window set to match the existing windows and detailing. The existing front porch would be expanded across the front façade, served by new entry stairs. 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: X For pre-1941 structures, the proposed work will neither adversely affect the exterior architectural characteristics or other features of the property which is the subject of the application. Page 338 PAGE 3 OF 3 SUBJECT: 310 Johnson Avenue/PHST-25-024 DATE: November 14, 2025 CONCLUSION: The applicant is seeking a recommendation of approval from the Committee to construct exterior alterations to an existing pre-1941 single-family residence on property zoned R-1:8, located at 310 Johnson Avenue. The proposed project, if not triggering a technical demolition, would be processed through a Building Permit application. Should the Committee find merit in the request, the recommendation would be forwarded to the Community Development Director. If confirmed through Planning review to be in substantial conformance with the Committee’s review and recommendations, the application would not return to the Committee. ATTACHMENTS: 1. Sanborn Fire Insurance Maps Exhibit 2. Letter of Justification 3. Project Details 4. Development Plans 5. Floor Plan Exhibit 6. Repair Photos 7. Door Example 8. 1941 Tax Assessment Record 9. Neighborhood Photos Page 339 This Page Intentionally Left Blank Page 340 1891 ATTACHMENT 1Page 341 1895 Page 342 1904 Page 343 1908 Page 344 1928 Page 345 1944 Page 346 1956 Page 347 This Page Intentionally Left Blank Page 348 Letter of Justification Property: 310 Johnson Avenue, Los Gatos, CA To: Town of Los Gatos Historic Preservation Committee From: Sumit Ahluwalia & Swathi Jayaramaiah, Owners Subject: Request for Approval — Entryway and Façade Improvements at 310 Johnson Avenue Dear Members of the Historic Preservation Committee, We are writing to respectfully request approval for proposed exterior improvements to our home at 310 Johnson Avenue. Our goal is to preserve the home’s historic charm, address damage from essential foundation work, and improve the balance and street presence of the front façade in a manner consistent with the architectural rhythm of Johnson Avenue. 1. Background and Structural Context When we purchased this home, it exhibited severe structural deterioration — more than ten inches of differential settlement and a cracked, failing foundation. Walking through the house, one could feel the slope beneath one’s feet. Multiple licensed contractors and foundation specialists confirmed the extent of the damage, noting that the foundation and framing were in such poor condition that demolition and rebuilding were recommended. Instead, we made the deliberate choice to invest in a complete foundation replacement to save the original structure. Excerpts from the inspection report included: • “A total of 27 vertical fractures were found along the foundation and basement retaining wall.” • “A majority of the posts have rotted and/or are sitting directly on soil or a thin slab; pier blocks are damaged, misaligned, and in some cases undermined.” • “Several existing girders are heavily notched and undersized.” Given these findings, a full foundation replacement was the only viable path to structural stability. The work has been extremely costly — roughly three times our initial estimate — and has required us to draw on personal and retirement savings to complete it. During the foundation work, the non-original brick wainscoting on the front and sides of the house collapsed. Beneath it, we discovered sections of original wood siding, confirming that the brick was a later alteration and helping to guide the design decisions in this proposal. 2. Historic Context and Design Rationale Research conducted at the Los Gatos Library and Museum uncovered archival references to 310 Johnson Avenue, including the 1928 Sanborn Fire Insurance Map and a 1941 Tax Assessor’s record. These sources show that the house existed by the late 1920s and had a symmetrical interior layout. The right-hand side featured a covered porch with a street-facing entrance, while the left-hand side, where the later brick wall stood, did not yet project forward. ATTACHMENT 2 Page 349 Over the years, the right porch was enclosed and the brick addition appeared on the left, creating the current visual imbalance. Our proposal takes cues from that early configuration as a reference point, using its proportions and balance to inform the revised façade rather than to replicate it precisely. By bringing the left side of the façade forward to align more closely with the right and reintroducing a modest, street-facing entry beneath the main gable, the design restores a more natural balance to the front elevation. This helps offset the heavy visual mass of the right-hand side while keeping all changes within the existing footprint and roof forms. The approach respects the home’s evolution while subtly improving its coherence and presence on the street. 3. Proposed Design The proposed work includes: • Wood siding restoration where the brick fell, using period-appropriate lap siding that matches neighboring historic cottages. • A modest, centered front entry under the main gable, consistent with early Los Gatos proportions and scale. • Extension of the left façade to balance the enclosed right-hand mass and reestablish architectural symmetry. • A small porch landing and steps, designed for safe entry with simple, cottage-scale posts and railings. • Relocation of an existing window to maintain rhythm and proportion along the front elevation. These adjustments do not increase the home’s overall mass, height, or roof profile. They simply refine the existing form to achieve better balance and visual continuity. 4. Materials and Detailing We plan to: • Use wood lap siding and trim in restored areas, matching original profiles where possible. • Install a wood Craftsman-style entry door (likely a 4-lite over 1-panel design) with clear divided-lite glass. • Retain existing stucco elsewhere to preserve continuity and manage cost. • Match window and trim detailing to existing profiles for consistency across the façade. This combination keeps the project historically sensitive but practical, improving the home’s appearance without prompting unnecessary replacement of intact materials. 5. Neighborhood Compatibility and Intent Johnson Avenue is a street of well-kept early cottages that share modest scale, gabled roofs, and simple detailing. The proposed design maintains that rhythm by: • Preserving the single-story scale and roof forms. • Using traditional materials and restrained detailing. • Re-establishing a symmetrical, street-facing façade that feels consistent with neighboring homes. Page 350 Our intent is not to modernize or reinvent the house, but to allow it to sit comfortably and proudly among its historic neighbors by improving balance and curb presence while retaining its existing character. Our hope is that this home will continue to sit proudly on Johnson Avenue for the next hundred years. 6. Closing Remarks This project reflects our commitment to preserving a piece of Los Gatos’s architectural history and ensuring its continued contribution to the neighborhood’s charm. The improvements proposed here are modest but meaningful: they repair damage from unavoidable foundation work, use historically compatible materials, and restore visual harmony to the façade. We respectfully request the Committee’s approval of our proposed entryway and façade improvements and deeply appreciate your time, attention, and continued stewardship of Los Gatos’s historic neighborhoods. Warm regards, Sumit Ahluwalia & Swathi Jayaramaiah Owners, 310 Johnson Avenue, Los Gatos, CA Page 351 This Page Intentionally Left Blank Page 352 Entry oriented to the street front Per section 3.6.1 of the Los Gatos Residential Design Guidelines document, we would like to orient the entry to the street front. We believe that the original entry was oriented towards the street front. The orientation of this image is facing the home, with the street at the back. This was likely a porch at some point, and could be the original entry. 3.6.1 Entries Provide a clear expression of entry Orient the entry to the street front. It should be visible from the street. ATTACHMENT 3 Page 353 Page 354 Door A traditional wooden door that’s typical of the ones in the neighbourhood. We would like one sidelight because that seems to fit with the proportions of the home. We’ll have glass in the door to bring light into the house. A close example is below. Page 355 Columns and railing Square 10-12” columns with subtle details and the top and bottom are common on Johnson Ave. Below is a close example of the columns that we will build. The railings will be similar to this home on Johnson Ave. Page 356 Page 357 Porch and stairs The floor of the porch and the stairs will be wood that’s suitable for outdoor use. Our porch and stairs will look similar to this house on Johnson Ave. The wainscoting will be the original siding. Page 358 Page 359 This Page Intentionally Left Blank Page 360 Page 361 Page 362 Page 363 This Page Intentionally Left Blank Page 364 EXISTING Proposed ATTACHMENT 5Page 365 New Entry Door Expanded Porch New Windows EXISTING Proposed Page 366 ATTACHMENT 6 Page 367 Page 368 Page 369 Page 370 Page 371 Page 372 Page 373 Page 374 Page 375 Page 376 Page 377 Page 378 Page 379 Page 380 Page 381 Page 382 Page 383 Page 384 ATTACHMENT 7 Page 385 This Page Intentionally Left Blank Page 386 ATTACHMENT 8Page 387 Page 388 ATTACHMENT 9 Page 389 Page 390 Page 391 Page 392 Page 393 Page 394 Page 395 Page 396 Page 397 Page 398 PREPARED BY: Sean Mullin, AICP Planning Manager 110 E. Main Street Los Gatos, CA 95030 ● 408-354-6874 www.losgatosca.gov TOWN OF LOS GATOS HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMITTEE REPORT MEETING DATE: 11/19/2025 ITEM NO: 9 DATE: November 14, 2025 TO: Historic Preservation Committee FROM: Joel Paulson, Community Development Director SUBJECT: Consider a Request for Approval to Modify a Previously Approved Project to Construct a Second-Story Addition Exceeding 100 Square Feet and Exterior Alterations to an Existing Contributing Single-Family Residence in the Almond Grove Historic District on Property Zoned R-1D:LHP. Located at 328 Bachman Avenue. APN 510-14-037. Request for Review Application PHST-25-025. Exempt Pursuant to CEQA Guidelines, Section 15301: Existing Facilities. Property Owner: Snighdha Uday Dharmavaram. Applicant: Bess Wiersema. Project Planner: Sean Mullin. RECOMMENDATION: Consider a request for approval to modify a previously approved project to construct a second- story addition exceeding 100 square feet and exterior alterations to an existing contributing single-family residence in the Almond Grove Historic District on property zoned R-1D:LHP located at 328 Bachman Avenue. PROPERTY DETAILS: 1. Date primary structure was built: 1900 per County Assessor’s Database; 1885 per researched records 2. Town of Los Gatos Historic Status Code: N, probably built since 1950 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 Page 399 PAGE 2 OF 3 SUBJECT: 328 Bachman Avenue/PHST-25-025 DATE: November 14, 2025 BACKGROUND: On January 22, 2025, the Committee considered a Minor Residential Development application for a request to construct a second-story addition exceeding 100 square feet and exterior alterations to the existing contributing single-family residence. The project included a second- story addition of 132 square feet on the rear elevation and demolition of a portion of the first floor at the rear elevation, which the applicant indicated was not historic given the contemporary materials of the siding (T1-11 panels) and windows (aluminum). The project also included an addition on the first floor within the footprint of the area to be demolished and a new wood deck on the rear elevation. The approved exterior materials include a composition roof, wood scalloped siding, horizontal wood ship-lap siding, wood trim, a wood deck and railing, and a wrought iron railing at the new lightwell. Exterior alterations included five new wood windows on the first floor, two sets of French doors opening up to the deck on the rear elevation, and two new vinyl windows on the second floor on the rear elevation to match two existing vinyl windows on the front elevation. The Committee recommended approval of the Minor Residential Development application, which was approved by the Town on March 31, 2025. On October 29, 2025, the applicant contacted staff and provided a detail of modifications to the approved project. While these modifications are in substantial compliance with the Minor Residential Development approval as it relates to size and mass, they do deviate from the approved exterior appearance of the residence and are being forwarded to the Committee for consideration. DISCUSSION: The applicant provided a project description (Attachment 1), details of the project revisions (Attachment 2) and revised development plans (Attachment 3). The applicant now proposes a reduced project scope. The reconstruction of the below-grade area has been removed from the project. As a result, the necessary light wells were eliminated. The second-story addition was also reconfigured and reduced in size, eliminating the gable-end addition. A new dormer is now proposed on the rear elevation to match the existing dormer. The existing hipped-roof on the first floor of the rear elevation would be carried across the rear façade. All other exterior alterations approved with the Minor Residential Development application would remain. CONSIDERATIONS: A. Considerations Sec. 29.80.290. Standards for review. In evaluating applications, the deciding body shall consider the architectural style, design, Page 400 PAGE 3 OF 3 SUBJECT: 328 Bachman Avenue/PHST-25-025 DATE: November 14, 2025 arrangement, texture, materials and color, and any other pertinent factors. Applications shall not be granted unless: X 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. B. Residential Design Guidelines Section 3.9 and 4.8.4 of the Residential Design Guidelines offers recommendations for construction of additions to an existing residences and window materials (Attachment 5). CONCLUSION: The applicant is requesting a recommendation of approval to modify a previously approved project to construct a second-story addition exceeding 100 square feet and exterior alterations to an existing contributing single-family residence in the Almond Grove Historic District on property zoned R-1D:LHP located at 328 Bachman Avenue. Should the Committee find merit in the request, a recommendation of approval would be forwarded to the Community Development Director and the proposed project would continue through the Building Permit process and would not return to the Committee. ATTACHMENTS: 1. Project Description 2. Details of Project Revisions 3. Development Plans Page 401 This Page Intentionally Left Blank Page 402 638 University Avenue Los Gatos. California. 95032  T 408.292.3252 F 253.399.1125 studio-three.com Town of Los Gatos Planning Dept.  Attn: HPC  Re: 328 Bachman Ave.  11‐12‐2025  To whom it concerns,  In January, renovation plans for 328 Bachman Ave. were approved by the HPC.  Due to budget  constraints, we have re‐worked a portion of the proposed addition, reducing the impact on the existing  building volume.   Changes:  Reduced square footage of addition by approximately 74 +/‐ square feet Removed the proposed large open gable from the rear elevation. Addition of a new, smaller dormer that matches and mirrors an existing dormer at the rear elevation. Because the scope of work is now reduced, and the revised volume of the structure fits within the  previously approved story poles, it is our hope that the HPC will find the new plans in keeping with the  town’s historic standards.   Appreciatively,  Bess Wiersema ATTACHMENT 1Page 403 This Page Intentionally Left Blank Page 404 TOWN OF LOS GATOS Ms. Maria Chavarin (Planning) Mr. Robert Gray (Building) Ms. Susan O’Brien (OCC - Building) 110 East Main Street Los Gatos, CA 95030 Tuesday, October 21, 2025 RE: Snigdha/Dharmavaram Residence 328 Bachman Avenue Los Gatos CA, 95030 B25-0330 Ladies & gentlemen, This letter is intended to explain and/or identify voluntary revisions made to the plans based on returning preliminary construction cost items. All revisions are noted with “B2” for the Building Permit 2nd Review. I have indicated the sheets that were revised with more detailed descriptions of the changes. PLANNING DIVISION: (Ms Chavarin) 1.With respect to Planning implications, the following changes were made which would have negated most of the reviews already completed. The owner has decided to completely abandon the reconstruction of the Cellar/Basement. The plan is to now simply reconstruct the stairs to be more inviting with respect to rise/run, but all other aspects shall remain “as-is”. Due to the above, there will be NO light-wells so “Tree-Protection” fencing is no longer required. The entire 2nd story addition has also been reconfigured to be a simple second dormer to match the existing along that same roof plane. See also the changes made for the Building Division for description. BUILDING DIVISION: (Mr. Gray, Ms. O’Brien) 1.A1.1: TITLE SHEET/SITE PLAN: New floor areas have been identified with the reduction of scope of work, specifically the 2nd story addition. 2.A1.1: TITLE SHEET/SITE PLAN: All light-wells have been removed and storm water retention wattles have been reconfigured and dedicated to the area of scope of work. 3.A2.1: CELLAR/BASEMENT FLOOR PLAN(S): Revised so only the stair is noted for reconstruction. All windows in that space shall remain. 4.A2.2: 1ST LEVEL FLOOR PLAN(S): The front bedroom bath/closet has been reconfigured resulting in the elimination of a proposed new window along that right side exterior wall. 638 University Avenue Los Gatos. California. 95032 T 408.292.3252 F 253.399.1125 studio-three.com ATTACHMENT 2Page 405 5.A2.3: 2ND LEVEL FLOOR PLAN(S): As previously mentioned, the Primary Bathroom Suite has been completely reconfigured to ONLY include a new dormer matching the existing. 6.A2.4: ROOF PLAN(S): Correct roof line layout has been revised indicating the new dormer. 7.A2.5: (E) “COLORIZED” EXTERIOR ELEVATIONS: Slight adjustments to the (e) exterior elevations have been made indicating the reduction of demolition. 8.A3.1: EXTERIOR ELEVATIONS: All plan adjustments made resulting in exterior modifications have been made. 9.A3.2: EXTERIOR ELEVATIONS: All plan adjustments made resulting in exterior modifications have been made. 10.A3.3: EXTERIOR ELEVATIONS: All plan adjustments made resulting in exterior modifications have been made. 11.A3.4: EXTERIOR ELEVATIONS: All plan adjustments made resulting in exterior modifications have been made. 12.A4.1: SECTIONS: All plan adjustments made resulting in sectional modifications have been made. 13.A4.2: SECTIONS: All plan adjustments made resulting in sectional modifications have been made. 14.ME.1: CELLAR/BASEMENT ELECTRICAL: Reduced scope of work indicated. 15.ME.2: 1ST LEVEL ELECTRICAL: Reduced scope of work indicated. 16.ME.3: 2ND LEVEL ELECTRICAL: Revised scope of work indicated. 17.S.1: FOUNDATION PLAN: Revision to scope of work indicated, stamped & signed by EOR. 18.S.2: 2ND LEVEL FLOOR FRAMING: Revision to scope of work indicated, stamped & signed by EOR. 19.S.3: ROOF FRAMING: Revision to scope of work indicated, stamped & signed by EOR. 20.T24: New Title 24 Energy Calculations provided for reduction of SF, glass area, etc….. 21.STRUCTURAL CALCS: New calculations provided for redesign of shear, beams, etc… If you have any further questions or requirements, please do not hesitate to ask. Best, M. Mike Rowe for Studio-Three Page 406 Page 407 Page 408 Page 409 Page 410 Page 411 Page 412 Page 413 Page 414 Page 415 Page 416 Page 417 Page 418 Page 419 Page 420 Page 421 Page 422 Page 423 Page 424 Page 425 Page 426 Page 427 Page 428 Page 429 Page 430 Page 431 Page 432 Page 433 Page 434 Page 435 Page 436 Page 437 Page 438 Page 439 Page 440 Page 441 Page 442 Page 443 Page 444 Page 445 Page 446 Historic Preservation Committee 2026 Meeting Schedule January 28 February 25 March 25 April 22 May 27 June 24 July 22 CANCELLED Due to Summer Recess August 26 September 23 October 28 Special November Meeting * November 18 November 25 Cancelled due to Holiday Special December Meeting * December 16 December 23 Cancelled due to Holiday Regular meetings are held on the 4th Wednesday of the month and start at 4:00 p.m. unless otherwise noted on agenda. Meetings are held in the Town Council Chambers, 110 E. Main Street. *Special meetings may be scheduled with Committee consensus. 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