Ord 1921 - Amending Ordinance No. 1648 relating to the modification of the development standards which effectd zone change No. 87 (Broadway Historic District)ORDINANCE 1921
ORDINANCE OF THE TOWN OF LOS GATOS
AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 1648 RELATING TO THE MODIFICATION
OF THE DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS WHICH EFFECTED ZONE CHANGE NO. 87
(BROADWAY HISTORIC DISTRICT)
The Town Council of the Town of Los Gatos does hereby ordain:
SECTION I
The district delineated on the attached map is hereby designated historically and
culturally significant as the Broadway Historic District HD- 84 -2A.
SECTION II
The district is designated to be historically, architecturally, or aesthetically significant
for the reasons listed below:
A. Property: Broadway Historic District. Properties located generally south of West
Main Street and west of South Santa Cruz Avenue. (see map Exhibit A).
B. Historic designation no.: HD -84 -2A
C. Description of designation: District
D. Description of characteristics which justify the designation:
Historical The Broadway area was the first residential subdivision„ and Broadway
was the first residential street in the Town of Los Gatos.
A 100 -acre tract of land including what is now the Broadway. area was purchased by
a Henry D. McCobb in 1863. McCobb planned to subdivide the land into city lots
and name the new city Cobbsville.
The land was ultimately sold to ex- Vermonter John W. Lyndon, one of the most
well -known names in early Los Gatos history, and it was Lyndon who, on
September 24, 1881, subdivided the area into 48 lots, selling for $125 and up. On
January 5, 1883 Broadway, was opened up to access the Lyndon subdivision.
Broadway was the first plotted street in Los Gatos. Scattered houses and businesses
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such as Forbes Mill preceded Broadway, but this subdivision marked the beginnings
of a formally laid -out Town.
In addition to founding Broadway, John Lyndon, one of the original Town Trustees
(equivalent to Town Councilmen), was a stockholder in the new Los Gatos Fruit
Packing Co., organized a gas company, started a bank, built a new hotel (Ten Mile
House, predecessor to the Lyndon Hotel) and deeded the land for the Southern
Pacific Coast Railway depot, where the post office now stands.
Among the first land purchasers was William L. Lingley, once a sailor from Maine,
who bought the Lyndon "Subdivision All for $600 in gold coin in September, 1881.
Part of the original Lingley home still stands near what are now the apartments at
350 W. Main Street. The creek running through that area and #1 Bayview (original
location of the Victorian Abbey Inn) is called Lingley Creek.
The historic John W. Lyndon home, which later became the Farwell home, was a
Victorian mansion at 55 Broadway.
John's brother James built a stately two -story residence at the southwest corner of
Broadway and S. Santa Cruz Avenue when Broadway was still a dirt road.
The cottages built in 1887 for Mr. Thomas Hayselden still stand. Clifton Avenue was
once called Hayselden Avenue.
Among memorable people who have dwelt on Broadway was Marion Mace Lyndon,
second wife of John Lyndon. Her mother was a minor poet and friend of
Longfellow. The Mace home still stands on Clifton Avenue.
According to neighbors, the present Bruce Berryman residence at 89 Broadway was
once rented by writer Jack London's first wife.
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CONTRIBUTORS TO DISTRICT
Estimated Date
Street Address of Construction
29
Broadway
1870s
37
Broadway
1890s
42
Broadway
1910s
44
Broadway
1870s
45
Broadway
1870s
47
Broadway
1930s
50
Broadway
1900s
56
Broadway
1910s
62
Broadway
1880s
65
Broadway
1910s
68
Broadway
1980s
72
Broadway
1880s
74
Broadway
1920s
81
Broadway
1930s
84
Broadway
1900s
85
Broadway
1880s
86
Broadway
1930s
93
Broadway
1880s
107
Broadway
1870s
131
Broadway
1870s
16
Clifton
1910s
24
Clifton
1910s
249
W Main
1880s
251
W Main
1870s
253
W Main
1910s
325
W Main
1920s
Source Historic Inventory Survey conducted by Anne Bloomfield.
Architectural The proposed district contains approximately 51 structures, many of
which were built before 1900 and are significant both historically and architecturally.
A variety of architectural styles are represented in the area, including Victorian,
Craftsman /Bungalow, Colonial Revival and one Norman French. The Norman
French is unique, not only to the district, but to that era to the Town. Although it
is not as old as many of the other houses, it was designed by Henry Crall, whose
family has been in Los Gatos since the late nineteenth century. The house was
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originally an exact replica of a house Mr. Crall had seen in Normandy, France. The
exterior remains unchanged.
The structure located on the corner of Tait and Main Street was the first fire house
built in Los Gatos for that specific purpose. It was constructed in 1927 with funds
raised through a bond issue and housed a 750 - gallon American LaFrance pumper.
The building now houses the Los Gatos Museum.
One of the architectural gems of the area, the Waterman House, built in 1883 at 45
Broadway, is a superb and excellently preserved example of Victorian Italianate
style.
Taken together, the homes in the Broadway and Main Street area offer a diverse an
irreplaceable sample of architectural styles, including some of Los Gatos' oldest and
most distinctive buildings.
Sources Mary Durham, William Wulf, Los Gatos Weekly of May 78, 1984
E. Listed below are Town features recommended for preservation. Review by the
Historic Preservation Committee is required for any changes to these features.
1. Roads are concrete and should be repaired to maintain appearance as of
the year 1992.
2. Date stamp in concrete sidewalks.
F. Nothing in this Ordinance is intended to be inconsistent with The Secretary of the
Interior's Standards for Rehabilitation.
SECTION III
The intent and purpose of this section is to preserve and protect the Town of Los
Gatos' historic heritage, neighborhoods, streetscapes, and districts.
A. Demolitions:
Demolition of any contributing structure is forbidden absent cataclysmic event or
upon determination by the deciding body that demolition (as defined by Town Code)
is necessary for the proper restoration of the structure. In the event of demolition
as a result of cataclysmic event, the structure shall be reconstructed to match the
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structure existing immediately prior to the cataclysmic event or a previous structure
on that site.
B. Remodels or Additions:
1. Standards for review as required by Section 29.80.290 of the Town Code as
follows:
a) Architectural Review Modification of the existing style or overall
design of a contributing structure in the district is prohibited. A non-
contributing structure may be remodeled into the architectural style and
design of a contributing structure in the district (See list of contributors
in Section II and Section III, C. herein). New architectural features
may be added to the protected exterior facade only upon a
demonstration by the applicant proving consistency with the existing
architectural style'and design as determined by the deciding body. Any
proposed new architectural features must be proven to demonstrate
architectural excellence, as well as be stylistically accurate and must
clearly enhance the existing architectural style and design of the
structure. Any uncertainty by the deciding body regarding the
consistency, excellence or enhancement of the proposed new features
to the existing structure must be resolved by the deciding body against
the applicant.
b) Contributing Structures The structures identified herein as
contributors to the district have been determined to be historically,
architecturally or culturally significant. Great care and scrutiny is
required to properly remodel or add on to any of the contributing
structures so that the structure's historic or architectural integrity is
preserved and not destroyed or damaged in the remodeling or addition
process. (See Section III, A. herein regarding demolitions). The
following provisions are guidelines and requirements for the proper
historic rehabilitation and alteration of a contributing structure.
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c) Non- Contributing Structures A non - contributing structure, if not
rehabilitated into a contributing style or design as provided herein,
should be remodeled or expanded consistent with its existing
architectural style and design. Introduction of entirely new
architectural styles (i.e. other than Victorian, Craftsman, Colonial
Revival) is prohibited. The Norman French style structure is not a
contributing style to the district.
2. Restoration /Rehabilitation Guidelines
a) General Guidelines All protected elements as described in Section
III, B.2.(e) herein, of the existing exterior facade must be maintained.
Any alteration of or addition to an existing structure shall incorporate
and continue the same massing, size, scale and architectural features
and design on the new construction as is on the existing, and also
incorporate and continue in a consistent manner the protected exterior
elements. Original, existing, protected exterior elements shall be
repaired and reused whenever possible. When an addition or remodel
requires the use of newly constructed exterior elements, they must be
identical in size, dimension, shape and location, and must use the same
materials as the existing protected exterior elements (except as
provided in Section III, 13.2.(e)).
b) Front yard setbacks The prevalent front setback for existing houses
is 15 feet. Front yard setbacks for new construction may be increased
or decreased in accordance with the prevailing setback on the block.
(Reference Section 29.40.050 and 29.40.055 of the Town Code, note
these sections only apply to front yards, not side, rear or side yards
abutting streets.)
c) Heights and proportions Heights and proportions of additions and
alterations shall be consistent with and continue the original
architectural style and design. All exterior elements including; but
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not limited to, rooflines, porches, doorways, windows, trim and siding
shall be consistent with and continue the original architectural style and
design. New construction should maintain the existing scale and
character through compatible design and attention to detail. The
height and proportion of an addition or a second story shall not
dominate the original structure.
d) Building Materials Use of natural /original construction materials
(e.g., real wood siding, rock, brick, shingles, plaster) matching and
consistent with existing materials is required. Composite, synthetic,
metal, vinyl, plastic or fabricated /imitation wood products, painted
brick or imitation used brick are prohibited. New materials shall
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). Upon a
demonstration of hardship by the applicant, the decision making body
may approve an acceptable alternative to the original building material,
if use of the original material is unfeasible due to unreasonable cost
and commercial availability, or health and safety considerations.
e) Protected Exterior Elements The protected exterior elements of a
structure include all elements on the building's facades and roof;
however, minor structural alterations (e.g., addition of windows, doors,
skylights, porches or decks) not visible from the public right -of -way are
exempted from the provisions of this ordinance. Except for those
minor alternations not visible from the public right -of -way, the
protected exterior elements are defined to include, but are not limited
to, doors, windows, glass, porches, posts, railings, stairways, cupolas,
gables, bay windows, widows' walks, arbors, siding, chimneys, towers,
turrets, trim, mouldings, corbels, plaster features, rock walls, picket
fences, shingles, roof lines, eaves and overhangs, colors, gingerbread,
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shingle siding, tiles, wrought iron and other decorative materials. Other
exterior elements of a particular building may be protected as
determined by the deciding body. Consistent with these requirements,
further specifications regarding particular protected elements is
provided as follows:
(1) Doors Original doors should be retained and restored. New
replacement doors should not be flush, but of raised or flat
panel design. Front doors generally should be painted not
stained. Screened doors shall be real wood framed of simple
design unless patterns can be shown to fit the existing style.
Glass or windows in doors shall meet all requirements
immediately following.
(2) Windows and Glass Original windows, glass and window
decorations shall be retained and restored. It is recommended
that only the deteriorated portions of the windows shall be
replaced rather than the entire window. New or replacement
windows shall be wood - sashed and mutined if applicable. Sills,
lintels, frames, sashes, mutins, and all decorations shall be
identically replaced. All elements of new windows shall be
identical in size, shape, proportion, and dimensions as original
windows of the building, or consistent with traditional sizes,
proportions and dimensions of buildings of the same
architectural style, design and era. Windows must be.
constructed of real glass and window frames must be constructed
of real wood, not vinyl, metal or plastic. All lites (panes of
glass) shall be true divided lite, not artificial or snap -in grids.
New arched, angled, octagonal and stained glass windows are
discouraged. Large expanses of blank exterior walls without
windows are discouraged.
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(3) Bay Windows Size, shape, proportion, dimension, type of
foundation, and roof material and style of bay windows, whether
restored or of new construction, must be identical to the original
or existing bay windows of the structure. New bay windows may
be added to the building in locations where no bay windows
previously existed; however, such new bay windows must be
identical and replicate the style, design, size, shape and
proportion, type of foundation and roof of other bay windows
existing on structure; or in the alternative, any said new bay
windows must be built in the same size, shape, dimension,
proportions, material and type of foundation and roof
established by original Victorian structures of the same design
and style. New bay windows are permitted only when the
applicant proves to the deciding body that said bay window is
consistent with existing style, design and character of the
contributing structure.
(4) Chimneys Wood- framed chimneys are prohibited unless their
exteriors are covered with brick or river rock veneers. Painted
metal stove pipe projections of less than four feet are permitted
in less visible locations of the structure. The size, shape,
dimensions; design and patterns of new and reconstructed
chimneys must match those features of existing structure.
Chimneys shall not be cantilevered and shall be narrower at the
top than at its base.
(5) Porches Existing front porches, railings, posts, corbels, roof
coverings, ceilings, floors, steps, mouldings, trim, gingerbread,
and other decorative features must be retained and restored
using original materials, or identical material of same size,
shape, proportion, pattern and in same locations. Construction
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of new porches must consist of materials of same size, shape,
dimension and pattern as contributing structures of similar style
and design in district and be in appropriate locations on
structure. New concrete or masonry porch floors are prohibited.
Minor alternations of existing porches are permitted only when
the applicant proves to the deciding body that said alteration
is consistent with the existing style, design and character of the
contributing structure.
(6) Roofs, Gables, Eaves and Overhangs Roofs shall maintain
their original size, shape and pitch. Any changes in roof area,
roof line, roof coverings, and eave depth and materials shall be
consistent with the existing structure. In general, original gables
shall be retained. New gables may be added only where
consistent with the existing style and design and approved by the
deciding body. In general, gable ends should be symmetrical.
Eaves and fascias are to be constructed of wood. Roof
coverings of fireproof composition materials and dark colors in
a heavy profile are acceptable where they are made to resemble
wood, if they are compatible with the architectural style of the
building.
(7) Siding Siding materials and placement on structure shall be
appropriate to the existing style and design. All existing siding
is to be restored and retained wherever possible.
a. Wood siding, (Victorian f Craftsman f Colonel Revival)
Siding must be real wood and not a composite, synthetic
or fabricated wood product. Metal and vinyl siding
products are prohibited. New siding must identically
match existing in size, depth, width, pattern, and must
match the existing cut or bevel in siding in angle, slope,
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type width and depth of cut, if any. Old deteriorated
shingles may be replaced, however, new shingles must
match existing shingles in size, shape, dimension and
pattern. Siding material must run from the foundation
to the roof, unless existing pattern of house varies, in
which case it must match pattern.
b. Stucco Siding, (Colonial Revival/ Craftsman) Stucco and
stucco pattern must be retained and duplicated to
identically match existing. The stucco should be sand
textured, finished and colored to match existing, or to
match other contributing structures of the same style in
the District.
(8) Fences /Walls All existing picket and ornate wire fences, rock
walls and front yard concrete walls shall be repaired and
retained. Replacement or newly constructed fences or walls
shall match those existing on the property, or shall match those
of other contributing properties on that block. Introduction of
new rock wall patterns or new types of rocks or veneers in walls,
not already existing in the district, is prohibited. Mortar should
also match existing in color, texture, joint width and profile.
New fencing shall be of open design, shall be constructed of
wood, ornate wire (does not include chain link) or wrought iron
and shall be consistent with those existing in the district.
Covered gateways are permitted. Side and rear yard fencing
shall be of traditional construction and materials and shall be
consistent with prevalent fencing in the district.
(9) Decorative Trim / Mouldin sg /Gingerbread All existing to be
repaired and retained. Replacement must match existing in
materials, size, shape, dimension, location and pattern. Addition
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of new trim, moulding, gingerbread, etc., on new construction
must be located and continued in the existing pattern around
the exterior of the structure so as to maintain consistency with
the original style and design. Excessive or inappropriate use of
gingerbread or other decorative materials is prohibited.
Addition of new trim, moulding, gingerbread, etc. on areas
where not previously existing is discouraged.
(10) Colors For Victorians, traditional 3 or 4 color paintings
patterns are encouraged. For Craftsman, traditional colors are
encouraged.
(11) Garages Style, roof pitch, proportions, and overall design of
the garage (or carriage house, etc.), as well as building materials
and architectural details shall be consistent with those of the era
of the house. Exterior features of garages which are more
modern or contemporary than the style of the house for which
the garage is being built are discouraged. This includes features
such as aluminum or roll up doors, aluminum frame windows,
etc. This restriction applies only to features visible from a
public right -of -way. Garages should be detached (may be
attached by a breezeway) and set back behind the front facade
of the house.
f) Interior Features Only in cases where the owner desires to take
advantage of the 1976 Tax Reform Act, the owner must retain original
material, architectural features, hardware, original paint colors, plaster,
wallpaper, etc., wherever possible. Repair and restore original
materials wherever possible or replace with identical, replicated
materials. Further information regarding consistency with interior
remodels is available upon request.
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C, Construction of New Structure or Redesign or Remodel of Non - Contributing
Structure into a Contributing Style:
1. Entirely New Structure Construction of a new structure must be built in
the style and design of contributing structures in the district. Exact
duplication is neither required or encouraged. Strict adherence to achieving
consistency with a traditional, recognized architectural style and design of a
contributing structure in the district is required. New Victorian, Colonial
Revival and Craftsman style structures must accurately replicate the traditional
style, design and integrity of those contributing structures in the district. All
doubts or insufficiencies regarding an applicant's proposal regarding the
consistency of a proposed new structure, style and design with that of a
contributing structure in the district are to be resolved against the application
by the deciding body.
2. Remodel Non - contributor into Contributing Style and Design An owner
who wishes to remodel a non- contributing structure into the style and design
of a contributing structure in the district may do so. However, the same
requirement of Section III, C.1. herein, must be adhered to by the applicant.
3. Standards for Review
a) Intent and Purpose
The intent and purpose of this section is to protect Los Gatos'
historic heritage, neighborhoods, streetscapes, and districts.
Great care and scrutiny is required to properly build or remodel
a structure so that it becomes an asset to a historic district.
Approvals for applications under this section shall be granted
only where these guidelines have been met.
b) Acceptable Architectural Styles and Designs In general,
Victorian, Craftsman /Bungalow and Colonial Revival styles are
the contributors to this historic district. An applicant must
produce photographs, counts, and documentation of the location
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of existing structures of that style in the district or reference
materials indicating consistency with contributing styles in the
district. All exterior elements subject to review shall be
consistent with the proposed style.
4. New Construction / Remodeling into Contributing Style and Design -
Construction Guidelines
a) Front yard setbacks The prevalent front setback for existing houses
is 15 feet. Front yard setbacks for new construction may be increased
or decreased in accordance with the prevailing setback on the block.
(Reference Section 29.40.050 and 29.40.055 of the Town Code these
sections only apply to front yards, not side, rear or side yards abutting
streets.) The front facade shall be parallel to the street.
b) Heights and proportions
Heights and proportions of altered or new structures shall be consistent
with those of contributing structures of the same style in the district.
They should not be significantly taller, more massive, or in greatly
different proportions from other contributing structures of the same
style in the district.
c) Required Building Materials Use of natural construction materials
(e.g. real wood siding, stucco, rock, brick, wood shingles, plaster) is
required. Composite, synthetic, metal, vinyl, plastic. or
fabricated /imitation wood products, painted brick or imitation used
brick are prohibited. Materials used shall be the same as those used
in existing contributing buildings of the same style in the District
(except that masonry or stone veneers on chimneys are acceptable).
Upon a demonstration of hardship by the applicant, the decision
making body may approve an acceptable alternative to the original
building material if use of the original material is unfeasible due to
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unreasonable cost and commercial availability, or health and safety
considerations.
d) Exterior Elements Subject to Review To be reviewed are: all
elements on the building's facades and roof, including but not limited
to, doors, windows, glass, porches, posts, railings, stairways, cupolas,
gables, bay windows, widows' walks, arbors, siding, chimneys, towers,
turrets, trim, mouldings, corbels, plaster features, rock walls, picket
fences, shingles, roof lines, eaves and overhangs, colors, gingerbread,
shingle siding, tiles wrought iron and other decorative materials. Other
exterior elements of a particular building may be protected as
determined by the deciding body. Consistent with these requirements,
further specifications regarding particular protected elements is
provided as follows:
(1) Doors Doors should not be flush but of raised or flat panel
design and painted, rather than stained. Screened doors shall
be real wood framed of simple design unless patterns can be
shown to fit the existing style. Glass or windows in doors shall
meet all requirements immediately following.
(2) Windows /Glass New or replacement windows shall be wood
sashed and, if mutins are appropriate, wood mutined. All
elements of new or replacement windows shall be consistent
with the traditional sizes and proportions of those in buildings
of the same architectural style in the District (e.g. the long,
narrow windows of Victorian architecture). Victorian style
structures shall have windows constructed in the proportion and
dimensions matching original Victorians. Vinyl, aluminum or
other types of window frames are prohibited. All lites (panes
of glass) shall be individual lites, not artificial or snap -in grids.
Arched windows are discouraged in Victorian styles. Octagonal
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windows are discouraged in Victorian and Craftsman /Bungalow
styles.
(3) Bay Windows Size, shape, proportion, scale, materials, type
of foundation or support, type of decorative elements, and style
of new bay windows must replicate those in existing contributing
structures of the same architectural style in the District. In
general, bay windows are only appropriate to Victorian styles.
Victorian style structures shall have windows constructed in the
proportion and dimensions matching original Victorians.
(4) Chimneys Chimneys of Victorian, Colonial Revival or
Craftsman/ Bungalow styles shall be of reinforced masonry or
stone, or wood frame with brick or stone /rock veneer and be
smaller at the top than at the bottom.
(5) Porches New porches must be of the same materials, relative
size, shape, dimension, and having the same type of decorative
elements as those of contributing structures of the same style
in the district. New concrete or masonry porch floors and steps
are prohibited on Victorian, Colonial Revival or
Craftsman /Bungalow style houses.
(6) Roof Lines, Gables, Eaves and Overhangs For Victorian,
Colonial Revival and Craftsman /Bungalow style structures, fire
retardant wood shingles are the preferred material; fireproof
composition materials are acceptable in dark colors and with a
heavy profile, especially those which resemble wood.
(7) Siding Siding on Victorian or Craftsman /Bungalow style
structures must match those of a contributing structure of the
same style in the District in size, depth, width, material, pattern,
cut or bevel, angle, slope, type, and width or depth of cut, if any.
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(a) Wood siding (Victorian /Craftsman /Colonial Revival)
All wood siding material shall be real wood and not a
composite or fabricated wood product. Shingles must
also be of a size, shape, dimension, and pattern to be
consistent with singles of one or more contributing
building of the same style in the District. Siding
materials must run from the foundation to the roof unless
the applicant can cite other contributing houses of the
same style in the District on which the siding pattern
varies in the manner proposed.
(b) Stucco Siding (Colonial Revival / Craftsman) Stucco
pattern, color, finish and texture should closely resemble
that on other houses of the same style in the District.
(8) Picket Fences /Rock Walls /Arbors Picket fences /rock
walls /arbors shall match or be very similar to those on a
contributing building of the same style in the District. Excessive
or inappropriate use of "gingerbread" or other decorative
elements is prohibited. New fencing shall be of open design,
shall. be constructed of wood, ornate wire (does not include
chain link) or wrought iron and shall be consistent with those
existing in the district. Covered gateways are permitted. Side
and rear yard fencing shall be traditional construction and
materials and shall be consistent with prevalent fencing in the
district.
(9) Decorative Trim /Mouldings /Gi gerbreads
Excessive or inappropriate use of gingerbread or other decorated
elements is prohibited. Size, shape, dimension and location of
these decorative materials shall be consistent with that on other
contributing structures of same style and design in the district.
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(10) Colors For Victorians, traditional 3 or 4 color paintings
patterns are encouraged. For Craftsman, traditional colors are
encouraged.
(11) Garages Style, roof pitch, proportions, and overall design of
the garage (or carriage house, etc.), as well as building materials
and architectural details shall be consistent with those of the era
of the house. Exterior features of garages which are more
modern or contemporary than the style of the house for which
the garage is being built are discouraged. This includes features
such as aluminum or roll up doors, aluminum frame windows,
etc. This restriction applies only to features visible from a
public right -of -way. Garages should be detached (may be
attached by a breezeway) and set back behind the front facade
of the house.
D. All structures (including accessory buildings) included in the district are regulated
by this ordinance and subject to all of the provisions of Article VIII, Division 3 of
the Town Code. However, the permit requirements of Section 29.80.260 of the
Town Code only apply to work which is considered a material change. A material
change is any exterior alteration for which a building permit is required and which
will affect the protected exterior elements as defined in Section II, B.2.(e) herein.
This does not include painting and ordinary maintenance which do not require a
permit.
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SECTION IV
This Ordinance takes effect 30 days after the date it is adopted. Within 15 days after
this Ordinance is adopted, the Town Clerk shall cause it to be published once in a
newspaper of general circulation published and circulated in the Town.
This Ordinance was introduced at a regular meeting of the Town Council of the
Town of Los Gatos on October 5, 1992, and adopted by the following vote as an ordinance
of the Town of Los Gatos at a meeting of the Town Council of the Town of Los Gatos on
October 19, 1992.
COUNCIL MEMBERS:
AYES: Randy Attaway, Joanne Benjamin, Steven Blanton, Brent N. Ventura
Mayor Eric D. Carlson
NAYS: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
SIGNED:
MAYOR OF THE TOWN OF LOS GATOS
LOS GATOS, CALIFORNIA
ATTEST:
CLERK OF THE TOWN O LOS GATOS
LOS GATOS, CALIFORNIA
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