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HPPA No. 2020-14 October 29,.2020 Page 2 valuation method in determining the property's assessed value, resulting in tax savings for the owner. Aside from the tax savings, the benefits include: • Longterm preservation of the property and visual improvement to the neighborhood • Allows for a mechanism to provide for properly rehabilitation • Provides additional incentive for potential buyers to purchase historic structures • Discourages inappropriate alterations to the property In 2004, the Historic Resources Commission placed the Haster-Dempsay House on the historical register and within the Contributive category. Character -defining features of the Haster-Dempsay House determined architecturally significant included: materials and finishes (brick, stucco, horizontal wood board siding); low pitched dutch -gable roof with wide overhanging eaves; brick chimney; metal casement windows; and front entry porch. The Haster-Dempsay House qualified for listing under Criterion 1 of Sec. 30-2, of the Santa Ana Municipal Code (SAMC), in that It exemplifies distinguishing characteristics of the Ranch House style and "contributes to the overall character and history" of Santa Ana. Additionally, the house was categorized as Contributive because it "is a good example of period architecture" in the Floral Park neighborhood. 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 CornDliance 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-2020-72 will be filed for this project. Lw� ( I III] - I(IfFAPi 91" 11 "Orm be�. Senior Pl�nner JA: sb SAHIstorlc Resources CommisslonU020110-29-2012214 N. Heliotrope Drive - Haster-Dempsay House\Staff Report - 2214 N Hollotrope ❑rlve.docx Exhibits 1 - Mills Act Agreement 2 - 500' Radius Map 3 - Site Photos -- 2214 N Heliotrope Drive 25C-426