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1. Santa Ana Register Criterion One [SAMC 30-2.3(1)]: The applicant states that the earlier alterations, which were not made by them, but were permitted, denigrated the architecture, thereby rendering it ineligible for historic designation. However, the Commission finds that the alterations do not greatly affect the primary elevations, and that this structure was designated knowing this alteration was in place and still determined it historic. 2. Santa Ana Register Criterion Four [SAMC 30-2.3(4)]: The applicant believes this criterion is applicable as the alterations have "substantially changed" the architectural style of the residence, thereby rendering it ineligible for historic designation. The applicant also states that the flat roof has been rendered structurally unsound and must be replaced with a pitched roof. However, the Commission finds that, as illustrated by the many structures throughout Santa Ana that have flat roofs, the roof can be repaired without altering its pitch. Further, a pitched roof on this structure would substantially alter a character defining feature of the property. 3. Therefore, the subject property does not meet the criterion for removal from the Santa Ana Register of Historical Properties pursuant to Section 30-2.3 of the Santa Ana Municipal Code. F. In accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act, the proposed project has been determined to be a Statutory Exemption per Section 15270 as CEQA does not apply when a public agency rejects or disapproves a project. Should the Commission wish to approve this action and remove this property from the Santa Ana Register of Historical Properties, the Commission would have to find that the original findings were in error, and that the subject site does not meet the criteria for being placed on the city register of historical properties. The de-listing would also potentially trigger further review under CEQA, up to and including the preparation of an Environmental Impact Report. Section 2: The Historic Resources Commission of the City of Santa Ana, after conducting the public hearing, hereby denies Historic Register No. 2013-01-RML to remove the Maharajah House, located at 2221 North Heliotrope Drive, HRC No. 2003- 34 and HRCA No. 2003-30, from the Santa Ana Register of Historical Properties. This decision is based upon the evidence submitted at the above said hearing, which includes, but is not limited to: the Staff reports and exhibits attached thereto, and the public testimony, all of which are incorporated herein by this reference. Resolution iVo. 2013-XXX Page 2 of 3