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HomeMy WebLinkAbout01-15-1986 HPC Minutes 6ITY OF S~R~TOGA HEB~TAGE, PRESERV~TIO,N COMMISSI,ON M~,N~TES DATE: Wednesday, January lB, 1986, 3:3¢ p.m. PLACE: Community Center Meeting Room, 19BSS Alterdale ~venue, Saratoga TYPE: Regular MeetinQ RO,UTIN~,,,ORGBN, IZATION Rmll C~!l Present: Commissioners Bielinski, Cameron, Held, Koepernik~ Kvamme~ Voester, and Chairperson Landshess ~bsent: None MINUIES The Commission waived discussion of the minutes for the nearing of December 4, 1985 until later so that Nathan Brown and Robert Brown o¢ Brown and Kauffman could present the proposal for the Tripp site (Casa Tierre). NEW BUSINESS Representatives from Brown and kauffman were introduced. Nathan Brown clarified the company did not own the Tripp property on Ouito Rd. but they were interested in the possibility o? subdividing ~he property, Due to the location and size of the existing home, one of the lots would be substandard in ~idth and a variance would be necessary. Staff mentioned that a variance may be difficult to obtain from the Planning Commisaion in light of recent directions from the City Oouncil. 6n aerial of the property was provided by Mr. Brown. Mr. Brown gave a brief explanation on how the lots were to be subdivided. The location of the driveways were discussed, Chairperson Landshess stated that the Commission would like to see the how the property was to be developed and would like to see the existing roma renovated prior to the development of the rest of the lots, Discussion followed on whether the adobe home would have to meet earthquake standards. Chairman LandsheSS questioned what changes were proposed to the interior and whether a Damage was to be added. Mr. Brown stated that the back part of the home may be removed so that the other two portions Of the home could be connected. Concern was expressed by the Commissioners for' the compatibility of ~he new homes to be built. Mr. Brown stated Heritage Minutes, Jan. 1S 1986 that tile roofs may be appropriate and that they were partial to the Spanish style. Commissioner Koepernik expressed concern with the size, location and style of the new homes in the proposed subdivision. On access, Mr. Brown stated that the lot for Casa Tierra could be done so that access would be off Ouito Rd. and that a larger front yard could be created. Commissioner Koepernik questioned whether the exterior or the interior would have more significance for preservation. He stated the exterior was more important for him, Oiscussion continued with the idea that some of interior should be preserved but the interior would have to be changed to make the house more liveable, There was agreement that the placemenf of the new homes should be submitted ~o the Commission and then a site visit could be made. Mr, Brown suggested that he could give the Commission a tour of the alta. Chairperson LandsheSS asked if Mr. Brown was interested in creating a traditional atrium type Spanish house, He stated that it would be preferrable. Chairperson Landshess commented that there needs to be a policy to give special consideration to ~ave historical structures. Commissioner Heid stated that what he believes the Heritage Preservation Commission is saying is that there is concern over the new homes proposed and would like to see Casa Tierra designated as an historic resource. Mr. Brown stated that the designation could be made a condition of approval of the project. Staff indicated that the Planning Commissipn could be invited to go on the tour of the property, Mr. Brown indicated that he would also be going thr'ough a preliminary review with the Planning Commission. The Browns were thank e4 for' coming to the Commission to present their proposal. B. New staff was introduced. Commissioner Bielinski was thanked for acting as secretary when the Commission was without s~aff. C. On formulating an agenda to work. with the Planning Commission on variaqces for designated historic structures in the Wiltage, it was agreed that the area should not be limited to the Vi].lage. Also it was decided that this topic could be placed on the list of priorities for the coming year. 0. The process for setting priorities for the coming year was discussed. St~ff stated that the priorities should be in by the end of the month. Staff indicated that some strategies included defining what the role of the Commission is, which then should be put into ~he "City language". The Commission should be included in the budget priorities process. Commissioner Bietinski stated that any required forms should be obtained and clear directions should be given on howto complete forms. Staff indi. ca'ted that the Commission should list all their budget priorities with the realization that it may be necessary to give ~ome of them up, Staff stated that the Heritage Preservation Commission should become More involved with the other Commissions Commissioner Held commented that this Commission could assist the Council by coming up with suggestions on how ordinances could be amended so that h oric resources may be better p erred, A city policy on Heritage Mirlutes, Jar,. 15, t98G historic structures needs to be set. Staff indicated that an inventory of historically significant homes in the C-C and C-U districts would be helpful. Commissioner Gameroft stated that he would like to §ee some design criteria for structures in the Village. Commissioner Koepernik agreed. Staff ~tated tqat the Planning Co~mission wa~ reviewing the %we proposals for the Village Plan on 1-28-86 a% ?:38 p.m. This Commission could send a designee to attend the meeting. Chairperson Landshess mentioned that she would like to color in the location o¢ the historic buildings on a map of the Village. Staff also informed the Commission that there is a variance for parking pending for' the Bella Mia Restaurant and advised the Commission that there had been a proposal by Miles Rankin that the City form eric%her parking district opposite 6th Street. II. OLD BUSINESS The Warner-Hutton House was discussed. Chairperson directed Staff to find out if the City would be recommending that the house be saved and to check into the timing. It was mentioned that state funding would be available for the re!ocalion of' the home and the new foundation work,. Staff questioned if ihe Commission is interested in applying For the HCDA block grant, particularly for the restoration of the Warner-Hutton home. Chairperson Landshess s~ated that the home won't be moved until t988 so there is no need for applying for the block grant until the City owns the house. 8t this time there was no other need for the Money. Commissioner Held presented a site plan for the possible locatioo of the house near the Library. There was discussion that an alternative location near the creek off Fruitvale may be preferable. Commissioner Voe~ter stated that she would like to see additional park. ing nearby for possible evening functions in the building. Commissioner Heid COmmented that the appearance of the home near the library is OK but the functional aspect of this location would not be the best. B. Commissioner Heid presented information he obtained from 0o~ Wi~berly on the stone wall on Saratoga-Lo~ Gatos Rd. He stated that it is in the Right-of-Way. The wall dates back to 1913 and Montgomery contributed the land for the wall. The stones for' the wall were ~aken from the creek.. tlZ, 8DJOURNMEN~ The meeting was adjourned at 5:2t p.m. Respectfully submitted, Diana Lewis Secretary -- / · ~41~.~,~T ~ ,~ ;/ . / / ?~.T~, .t, i~,~.,