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HRCA No. 2016-30 & HRC No. 2016-28 January 26, 2017 Page 2 The structure identified meets the minimum selection criteria for inclusion on the Santa Ana Register of Historical Properties. The first criterion for selection requires that structures be 50 or more years old. As detailed in the following property description, the structure proposed for placement on the Register meets the minimum age criterion. The analysis further indicates the property meets all the criteria for consideration of historic designation. No known code violations exist at this property. The structure, known as the Reed House, is a good example of period architecture and was built in 1926. It is designed in a Colonial Revival style and is in excellent condition. Although constructed by local builder and painter, John Reed, the home's notable owners included Mrs. D.A. Harwood, Mr. And Mrs. Milburn Harvey, and Mr. and Mrs. O.H. Barr. Character defining features of the Reed House that should be preserved include, but may not be limited to, exterior materials including wood lap siding, original windows, wood shutters, and consistent fenestration pattern, rectangular massing and arched front entry, and front porch columns. It is recommended to be designated to the Santa Ana Register of Historical Properties and categorized as "Contributive" as it is a good example of period architecture (Exhibit 2). Public Notification The subject site is located within the Floral Park Neighborhood. The president of this neighborhood association was notified by mail 10 days prior to this public hearing. In addition, the Floral Park Neighborhood president was contacted to ensure that they were notified of the project and to see if there were any areas of concern. No areas of concern were identified by the neighborhood association president, nor was there a request that the applicant present the project to a meeting of its members. 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. At the time of this printing, no correspondence, either written or electronic, had been received from any members of the public. CEQA Compliance In accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act, the recommended actions are exempt from further review under Section 15331, Class 31, as these actions are designed to preserve historic resources. Categorical Exemption No. 2016-155 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).