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HPPA No. 2018-03 January 24, 2019 Page 2 • Long term preservation of the property and visual improvement to the neighborhood • Allows for a mechanism to provide for property rehabilitation • Provides additional Incentive for potential buyers to purchase historic structures • Discourages inappropriate alterations to the property In 2000, the Historic Resources Commission placed the Crookshank House on the historical register and within the Landmark category. Character -defining features of the Crookshank House determined architecturally significant included: roof configuration and treatment (carved bracket accents), the bellcast hip -roofed dormers, original materials and finishes (Narrow clapboard siding covers the exterior, paired wood columns resting on solid clapboard railings supporting the single -storied porch, topped with a mansard roof), and original doors and windows. The Crookshank House qualified for listing under Criterion 1 o Sec. 30-2, of the Santa Ana Municipal Code (SAMC), in that it embodied the "distinguishing characteristics of an architectural style or period:' Additionally, the house was categorized as Landmark because it was listed in the National Register as a contributor to the French Park Historic District, it "has an historical/cultural significance to the city," and because it "has a unique architectural significance" as an example of the Colonial Revival style. The property has no identified unauthorized modifications. Upon consideration of the application, it is recommended that the City enter into a Historic Property Preservation Agreement. CEQA Comallance In accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act, the recommended action is exempt from further review under Section 15331, Class 31, as this action is designed to preserve a historic resource. Categorical Exemption No. ER -2018-126 will be filed for this project. Strategic Plan Alignment Approval of this item supports the City's efforts to meet Goal No. 5 Community Health, Livability, Engagement & Sustainability, Objective No. 2 (expand opportunities for conservation and environmental sustainability) and Objective No. 3 (facilitate diverse housing opportunities and support efforts to preserve and Improve the livability of Santa Ana neighborhoods). PG:sb SAHR0201811.24-181810 N. French Street (Crookshank House) k810 N. French Street — Staff Report Exhibits 1 - Mills Act Agreement 2 - 500' Radius Map 25A-38