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Page 4 of 17 1120 n. granada drive, orange, california 92869 | 714 . 299 . 0330 | robert@janusconsultants.com www.janusconsultants.com J A N U S robert imboden, assoc. aia x Additions should be designed and constructed to be clearly differentiated from the historic building and so the character-defining features are not radically changed, obscured, damaged or destroyed. The existing pool house building was constructed later than the house and garage in a manner dissimilar to the original Italian Renaissance style of those earlier buildings, and lacks evidence of possessing historic significance in its own right. As such, the building does not contribute to the historic character of the property. Additionally, the proposed scope of work will correct the unconventional construction methods which compromise its structural integrity. The existing garden wall is not currently perceived as such, as it has been incorporated into the front façade of the existing pool room building. Although the project will result in a loss of a portion of the garden wall, a distinctive and character defining feature of the wall [currently hidden] will be made visible again. The proposed design also calls for the front façade of the pool room building to be offset from the wall plane of the historic garage creating a clear line of demarcation between the old and new construction. A small portion of the garden wall will also be reconstructed adjacent to the garage, preserving the “memory” of that feature. The new vehicular door does represent a change to the property, but also allows additional enclosed parking creating greater visibility of the historic property. The design of the vehicular door is simple in character so as to be less prominent. The proposed stucco cladding is also more compatible and in keeping with the historic character of the property. The extension of the existing roof ridge will maintain the building’s current height, while also preserving the existing roof form of the historic garage. The improved waterproofing will also contribute to the long-term preservation of the historic garage. The proposed addition is modest in size and is located to the rear of the building. The proposed new doors will be trimmed in a manner that provides a subtle but clear differentiation form the historic buildings. The proposed work is compatible in size, scale and style with the historic home and garage, and does appear to significantly affect the character-defining features of the historic property. JANUS is of the opinion that the proposed rehabilitation of the existing pool room building is in general compliance with the SOI Standards. Historic Resources Commission 99 1/11/2024