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HEMA No. 2023-08 – The Cypress Fire Station (625 S. Cypress Avenue) November 2, 2023 Page 11 3 7 9 0 In conclusion, staff has determined that the project complies with The Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for Rehabilitation and The Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for Restoration. Specifically, the restoration of the primary (west) façade, leaded window at the north (side) façade and additional windows throughout the secondary facades, along with the removal of the rear addition, will restore a majority of the Spanish Colonial Revival style fire station property back to its original 1928 state while allowing for a new use. The minimal removal of windows and doors on the secondary and rear facades will facilitate the new tenant improvements along with new ADA access without removing a majority of character- defining features. By localizing the rehabilitation scope of work to the secondary and rear facades, away from the primary façade, and by differentiating the new work from the old, the property will maintain its historic and character-defining features. The role of the Historic Resources Commission is to issue a Certificate of Appropriateness upon finding that the proposed modifications do not substantially change the character and integrity of the historic properties per Santa Ana Municipal Code Section 30-6, meet the Secretary of Interior’s Standards per CEQA and the City’s Certified Local Government agreement with the State of California. Staff finds that the historic exterior modification application meets the necessary criteria to be awarded a Certificate of Appropriateness and should be approved. It is also recommended that staff approve the exact materials and finishes to be used prior to installation to ensure quality and compatibility. Public Notification The project site was posted with a notice advertising this public hearing, a notice was published in the Orange County Reporter and mailed notices were sent to all property owners within 500 feet of the project site. In addition, staff contacted the Pacific Park Neighborhood Association to ensure they were aware of the project and public hearing. At the time of this printing, no correspondence, either written or electronic, had been received from any members of the public. ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT 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 in a manner consistent with the Secretary of Interior’s Standards. Based on this analysis, a Notice of Exemption, Environmental Review No. 2023-108 will be filed for this project. FISCAL IMPACT The City of Santa Ana will incur all fiscal impacts associated with this action. EXHIBIT(S)