HISTORIC RESOURCE COMMISSION
MEETING MINUTES
Regular Meeting
June 16, 2010
The regular meeting of the Coronado Historic Resource Commission was called to order at
3:40 p.m., Wednesday, June 16, 2010, at the Coronado City Hall Council Chambers, 1825 Strand
Way, Coronado, California, by Vice Chair O’Brien.
MEMBERS PRESENT:
Jones, O’Brien, Ryan
MEMBERS ABSENT:
Crenshaw, St. Denis
STAFF PRESENT:
Tricia Olsen, Associate Planner
Martha L Alvarez, Recording Secretary, Minutes Preparer
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
The minutes of May 19, 2010, were approved as submitted.
DIRECTOR’S REPORT
Ms. Olsen reported that because there are three Commissioners present today, a unanimous vote
is needed in order to take action on an agenda item.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS AND OTHER MATTERS
None.
PUBLIC HEARING
NOI 2010-05 GEORGE ULMA AND ANN MCKINSTRY – Notice of Intent to Demolish
the single family residence addressed as 417 Sixth Street and located in the
R-1A(E) (Single Family Residential) Zone.
Ms. Olsen introduced the staff report as outlined in the agenda.
The applicant, George Ulma, was present in the audience.
PUBLIC COMMENT
There were no members of the public wishing to speak at this time.
COMMISSION DISCUSSION
Commissioner Ryan asked for clarification from staff on Criteria A and B.
Ms. Olsen reported that under Criterion B, staff could only identify two former property owners,
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the Hakes Investment Company and Ernest Richard Demetrion. No other information was
discovered in research conducted by staff or in the application submitted by the applicant that
indicates Ernest Demetrion or any other known owner or occupant is significant in local, state or
national history.
Ms. Olsen also reported that under Criterion C, the property does exhibit general character
defining features of the Spanish Bungalow style and appears to be in good condition. The only
noticeable alteration is the replacement of the historic windows with vinyl varieties.
Commissioner Jones said that Mr. Hakes was a prominent builder who built a number of
bungalows in this community, which are slowly disappearing. Ms. Jones asked if the
prospective owners of the property have considered historical designation of the property which
would allow for zoning relief.
Vice Chair O’Brien commented that the Commission would be able to grant zoning relief to the
extent that the structure is deemed historic; however, zoning relief may not be needed in this
case.
Mr. Ulma said they are planning on either renovating or demolishing the house in order to build
a structure that would meet their living needs.
Vice Chair O’Brien said he understands that the applicant is working with a very small 3,000 sq.
ft. lot.
Commissioner Jones stated that if the home was designated historic, the applicant would be
eligible to apply for setback relief.
Mr. Ulma replied that he was not interested in pursuing this option.
Commissioner Ryan said this is one of many properties that were built by the Hakes Investment
Company and there are a few properties still remaining.
Commissioner Jones said she did not consider this structure to be historic.
COMMISSION ACTION
COMMISSIONER RYAN MADE A MOTION THAT THE HISTORIC RESOURCE
COMMISSION MAKE A DETERMINATION THAT THE STRUCTURE ADDRESSED AS
417 SIXTH STREET (NOI 2010-05) DOES NOT MEET THE CRITERIA TO BE
DESIGNATED AN HISTORIC RESOURCE, WITH THE ADOPTION OF A RESOLUTION
STATING THE FOLLOWING REASONS:
THE PROPERTY DOES MEET THE 75-YEAR AGE REQUIREMENT;
A. IT DOES NOT EXEMPLIFY OR REFLECT SPECIAL ELEMENTS OF THE CITY’S
MILITARY, CULTURAL, SOCIAL, ECONOMIC, POLITICAL, AESTHETIC,
ENGINEERING, OR ARCHITECTURAL HISTORY;
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B. IT IS NOT IDENTIFIED WITH A PERSON(S), OR AN EVENT(S) SIGNIFICANT IN
LOCAL, STATE, OR NATIONAL HISTORY;
C. IT IS NOT ONE OF THE FEW REMAINING EXAMPLES IN THE CITY
POSSESSING DISTINCTIVE CHARACTERISTICS OF AN ARCHITECTURAL
STYLE, AND IS NOT VALUABLE FOR THE STUDY OF A TYPE, PERIOD, OR
METHOD OF CONSTRUCTION AND HAS NOT BEEN SUBSTANTIALLY
ALTERED;
D. IT IS NOT REPRESENTATIVE OF THE NOTABLE WORK OF A BUILDER,
DESIGNER, ARCHITECT, ARTISAN OR LANDSCAPE PROFESSIONAL;
E. IT DOES NOT MEET THE STATE PROGRAM OF LANDMARKS AND POINTS OF
HISTORICAL INTEREST AS SET FORTH IN SECTION 5024.1 OF THE
CALIFORNIA PUBLIC RESOURCES CODE.
THE FOLLOWING CONDITION WAS ADDED:
1. OWNER SHALL NOTIFY THE CITY AT LEAST 10 DAYS PRIOR TO
DEMOLITION TO ALLOW CITY AND/OR THE CORONADO HISTORICAL
ASSOCIATION AN OPPORTUNITY TO PREPARE A PHOTOGRAPHIC, FILM,
VIDEO, OR OTHER APPROPRIATE RECORD OF THE EXTERIOR/INTERIOR OF
THE STRUCTURE.
COMMISSIONER JONES SECONDED THE MOTION.
AYES:
NAYS:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
Jones, O’Brien, and Ryan.
None.
Crenshaw, St. Denis.
None.
The motion passed with a vote of 3-0.
There is a 10-day appeal period.
NOI 2010-06 CHARLES APPLEBY – Notice of Intent to Demolish the single family
residence addressed as 755 D Avenue and located in the R-3 (Multiple Family
Residential) Zone.
Ms. Olsen introduced the staff report as outlined in the agenda.
The owner, Charles Appleby, 638 Adella Lane, was present in the audience.
PUBLIC COMMENT
There were no members of the public wishing to speak at this time.
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COMMISSION DISCUSSION
Vice Chair O’Brien noted that this property is located in the R-3 zone and commented that
property owners in this zone have more advantages with regard to density. Mr. O’Brien said this
request is reasonably an easy one to grant a demolition permit.
Commissioner Ryan agreed.
Commissioner Jones also agreed.
COMMISSION ACTION
COMMISSIONER JONES MADE A MOTION THAT THE HISTORIC RESOURCE
COMMISSION MAKE A DETERMINATION THAT THE STRUCTURE ADDRESSED AS
755 D AVENUE (NOI 2010-06) DOES NOT MEET THE CRITERIA TO BE DESIGNATED
AN HISTORIC RESOURCE, WITH THE ADOPTION OF A RESOLUTION STATING THE
FOLLOWING REASONS:
THE PROPERTY DOES MEET THE 75-YEAR AGE REQUIREMENT;
A. IT DOES NOT EXEMPLIFY OR REFLECT SPECIAL ELEMENTS OF THE CITY’S
MILITARY, CULTURAL, SOCIAL, ECONOMIC, POLITICAL, AESTHETIC,
ENGINEERING, OR ARCHITECTURAL HISTORY;
B. IT IS NOT IDENTIFIED WITH A PERSON(S), OR AN EVENT(S) SIGNIFICANT IN
LOCAL, STATE, OR NATIONAL HISTORY;
C. IT IS NOT ONE OF THE FEW REMAINING EXAMPLES IN THE CITY
POSSESSING DISTINCTIVE CHARACTERISTICS OF AN ARCHITECTURAL
STYLE, AND IS NOT VALUABLE FOR THE STUDY OF A TYPE, PERIOD, OR
METHOD OF CONSTRUCTION AND HAS NOT BEEN SUBSTANTIALLY
ALTERED;
D. IT IS NOT REPRESENTATIVE OF THE NOTABLE WORK OF A BUILDER,
DESIGNER, ARCHITECT, ARTISAN OR LANDSCAPE PROFESSIONAL;
E. IT DOES NOT MEET THE STATE PROGRAM OF LANDMARKS AND POINTS OF
HISTORICAL INTEREST AS SET FORTH IN SECTION 5024.1 OF THE
CALIFORNIA PUBLIC RESOURCES CODE.
THE FOLLOWING CONDITION WAS ADDED:
1. OWNER SHALL NOTIFY THE CITY AT LEAST 10 DAYS PRIOR TO
DEMOLITION TO ALLOW CITY AND/OR THE CORONADO HISTORICAL
ASSOCIATION AN OPPORTUNITY TO PREPARE A PHOTOGRAPHIC, FILM,
VIDEO, OR OTHER APPROPRIATE RECORD OF THE EXTERIOR/INTERIOR OF
THE STRUCTURE.
COMMISSIONER RYAN SECONDED THE MOTION.
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AYES:
NAYS:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
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Jones, O’Brien, and Ryan.
None.
Crenshaw, St. Denis.
None.
The motion passed with a vote of 3-0.
There is a 10-day appeal period.
DISCUSSIONS
HR 2010-05
CITY OF CORONADO – Discussion regarding historic options for historic
districts.
COMMISSION ACTION
COMMISSIONER RYAN MADE A MOTION THAT THE HISTORIC RESOURCE
CONTINUE THIS ITEM UNTIL A FULL QUORUM IS PRESENT.
COMMISSIONER JONES SECONDED THE MOTION.
AYES:
NAYS:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
Jones, O’Brien, and Ryan.
None.
Crenshaw, St. Denis.
None.
The motion passed with a vote of 3-0.
Discussion regarding the City Council’s action on appeal of the Historic Resource
Commission’s determination that the residence located at 826 Tolita Avenue meets the
criteria to be designated as a Historic Resource in accordance with Chapter 70.22 of the
Municipal Code (NOI 2010-04 Craig Becky).
Ms. Olsen reported that at the June 15 City Council meeting, the City Council held an
Administrative Hearing to consider an appeal filed with the City Clerk regarding the
Commission’s decision to designate the residence addressed as 826 Tolita Avenue. The City
Council upheld the Commission’s decision by a vote of 4 to 1 but changed Criterion A to read,
“…special element of social and cultural history…” rather than “…a special element of military
history…” because Mr. Carlin did not occupy the property when he was serving in the military.
Vice Chair O’Brien said he was asked to appear on behalf of the appellant and Chairperson
Crenshaw made a great presentation on behalf of the Commission. He stated that the
Commission must exercise care when adopting criteria A through D because City Council
specifically focuses on these criteria when making their decision.
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ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 4:17 p.m.
Rachel A. Hurst, Director of Community Development,
Redevelopment & Housing Services
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