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HISTORIC RESOURCES COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
OCTOBER 4, 2018
4:30 P.M.
COUNCIL CHAMBER
22 CIVIC CENTER
SANTA ANA, CALIFORNIA
ALBERTA CHRISTY
Chair, Ward 4 Representative
PHILLIP SCHAEFER
VICE CHAIR, CITYWIDE REPRESENTATIVE
LAURENCE HITTERDALE
WARD 1 REPRESENTATIVE
GINELLE A. HARDY
WARD 2 REPRESENTATIVE
EDWARD MURASHIE
WARD 3 REPRESENTATIVE
TIM RUSH
WARD 5 REPRESENTATIVE
CYNTHIA CONTRERAS-LEO
PLANNING COMMISSION REP.
VACANT
WARD 6 REPRESENTATIVE
ISURI RAMOS
COMM. REDEV. & HOUSING COMMISSION REP.
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Lisa E. Storck
Legal Counsel
Candida Neal
Planning Manager
Sarah Bernal
Recording Secretary
Minh Thai
Executive Director
Basic Historic Resources Commission Meeting Information
Five-Year Strategic Plan (2014-2019) Detailed information at: http://www.santa-ana.org/strategic-planning/
Vision, Mission and Guiding Principles - The City of Santa Ana is committed to achieving a shared vision for the organization and its
community. The vision, mission and guiding principles (values) are the result of a thoughtful and inclusive process designed to set the City and
organization on a course that meets the challenges of today and tomorrow.
Vision - The dynamic center of Orange County which is acclaimed for our: •Investment in youth •Safe and healthy community
•Neighborhood pride •Thriving economic climate •Enriched and diverse culture •Quality government services
Mission – “To deliver efficient public services in partnership with our community which ensures public safety, a prosperous economic
environment, opportunities for our youth, and a high quality of life for residents.”
Guiding Principles
•Collaboration •Efficiency •Equity •Excellence •Fiscal Responsibility •Innovation •Transparency
Strategic Plan Goals/Objectives/Strategies:
Goal 1 - Community Safety
Goal 2 - Youth, Education, Recreation
Goal 3 - Economic Development
Goal 4 - City Financial Stability
Goal 5 - Community Health, Livability, Engagement & Sustainability
Goal 6 - Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Goal 7 - Team Santa Ana
Code of Ethics and Conduct - The people of the City of Santa Ana, at an election held on February 5, 2008, approved an amendment to the City
Charter which established the Code of Ethics and Conduct for elected officials and members of appointed boards, commissions, and
committees to assure public confidence. A copy of the City’s Code can be found on the Clerk of the Council’s webpage. The following are
the core values expressed: Integrity · Honesty · Responsibility · Fairness · Accountability · Respect · Efficiency
Agenda Information - The agenda descriptions provide the public with a general summary of the items of business to be considered by the
Historic Resources Commission. The Historic Resources Commission is not limited in any way by the “Recommended Action” and may take
any action which the Commission deems to be appropriate on an agenda item. Except as otherwise provided by law, no action shall be
taken on any item not listed on the agenda.
Public Comments/Public Input - Pursuant to Government Code Sec. 54954.3, the public may address the Historic Resources Commission on
any and all matters within the Commission’s jurisdiction.
At the discretion of the Chair, at the first Public Comment portion of the meeting, all comments may be considered jointly. The public will be
given the opportunity to speak on any and all matters contained on any of the Consent Calendar and Business Calendar items and/or on
issues of public interest within the jurisdiction of the Commission. Members of the public shall be given three (3) minutes for each duly
noticed hearing (unless the matter is continued prior to taking public testimony). All requests to speak shall be submitted in writing to the
Commission Secretary at the beginning of the meeting and before Public Comments begin. Speaker forms will be available at the meeting.
REQUESTS TO SPEAK SHALL NOT BE ACCEPTED AFTER THE PUBLIC COMMENT SESSION BEGINS WITHOUT PERMISSION OF
THE CHAIR. When speaking, all persons addressing the Historic Resources Commission shall follow the rules of decorum as detailed on
the back of the speaker form. The presiding officer shall have the power and responsibility to enforce decorum and order of the meeting as
set forth in Section 2-104(c) of the Santa Ana Municipal Code.
Consent Calendar - All matters listed under the Consent Calendar are considered to be routine by the Historic Resources Commission and will
be enacted by one motion without discussion unless a member of the Commission “pulls” an item(s) from the consent calendar for a
separate vote.
Senate Bill 343 - As required by Senate Bill 343, any non-confidential writings or documents provided to a majority of the Historic Resources
Commission members regarding any item on this agenda will be made available for public inspection in the Planning & Building Agency
during normal business hours.
Agenda & Minutes - Staff reports and documents relating to each agenda item are on file in the office of the Planning & Building Agency and are
available for public inspection during regular business hours, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., Monday through Thursday and alternate Fridays. The
Planning & Building Agency is located in City Hall Ross Annex, 20 Civic Center Plaza, 2nd Floor, Santa Ana, California, (714) 667-
2700. Council meeting agendas, staff reports, and minutes are available the Friday before a Planning Commission meeting at the following
website address: www.santa-ana.org
HISTORIC RESOURCES COMMISSION AGENDA 2 OCTOBER 4, 2018
CITY OF SANTA ANA
HISTORIC RESOURCES COMMISSION
MEETING AGENDA
OCTOBER 4, 2018
4:30 P.M.
CALL TO ORDER
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
PUBLIC COMMENTS - At this time the members of the public may address the Planning Commission
regarding any non-agenda items within the subject matter jurisdiction of the Commission. No action may
be taken on non-agenda items unless authorized by law.
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Approve staff recommendations on the following Consent
Calendar Items: A through C.
A. MINUTES FROM THE SPECIAL MEETING HELD ON JULY 19, 2018
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Approve Minutes.
B. MINUTES FROM THE ADJOURNED MEETING HELD ON AUGUST 2, 2018
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Approve Minutes.
C. EXCUSED ABSENCES
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Excuse absent commission members.
D. HISTORIC PROPERTY PRESERVATION AGREEMENT NO. 2018-01 (MILLS ACT) TO
EXECUTE A HISTORIC PROPERTY PRESERVATION AGREEMENT WITH THE CITY
OF SANTA ANA FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 1110 SOUTH PARTON STREET
– GLENN C. GARVIN, APPLICANT {STRATEGIC PLAN NOS. 5, 2; 5,3} – Pedro Gomez,
Case Planner
CONSENT CALENDAR
All matters listed under the Consent Calendar are considered routine. These items will be enacted by one
motion without discussion unless otherwise directed by the Chairperson. Persons wishing to speak regarding
Consent Calendar matters should file a "Request to Speak" form with the Recording Secretary.
HISTORIC RESOURCES COMMISSION AGENDA 3 OCTOBER 4, 2018
Recommended Action: Recommend that the City Council authorize the City
Manager and Clerk of the Council to execute a Historic Property Preservation
Agreement (Mills Act) with Glenn C. Garvin, subject to non-substantive changes
approved by the City Manager and City Attorney.
* * * END OF CONSENT CALENDAR * * *
COMMUNICATION DISCLOSURE - Commissioner disclosure regarding agendized projects.
PUBLIC HEARING
1. HISTORIC RESOURCES COMMISSION APPLICATION NO. 2017-15, HISTORIC
REGISTER CATEGORIZATION NO. 2017-14, AND HISTORIC PROPERTY
PRESERVATION AGREEMENT NO. 2017-12 TO ALLOW THE PLACEMENT AND
CATEGORIZATION IN THE SANTA ANA REGISTER OF HISTORICAL PROPERTIES AS
CONTRIBUTIVE FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 2011 NORTH ROSS STREET
AND TO EXECUTE A HISTORIC PROPERTY PRESERVATION AGREEMENT WITH
THE CITY OF SANTA ANA – RICHARD A. AND DIANNE M. WEIE, APPLICANTS
{STRATEGIC PLAN NOS. 5, 2; 5,3} – Pedro Gomez, Case Planner
Legal notice published in the Orange County Reporter on September 24, 2018 and notices
mailed September 24, 2018.
Recommended Actions:
1. Adopt a resolution approving Historic Resources Commission Application
No. 2017-15 and Historic Register Categorization No. 2017-14; and
2. Recommend that the City Council authorize the City Manager and Clerk of the
Council to execute the attached Mills Act agreement with Richard A. and
Dianne M. Weie, subject to non-substantive changes approved by the City
Manager and City Attorney.
2. HISTORIC RESOURCES COMMISSION APPLICATION NO. 2017-46, HISTORIC
REGISTER CATEGORIZATION NO. 2017-45, AND HISTORIC PROPERTY
PRESERVATION AGREEMENT NO. 2017-50 TO ALLOW T HE PLACEMENT AND
CATEGORIZATION IN THE SANTA ANA REGISTER OF HISTORICAL PROPERTIES AS
CONTRIBUTIVE FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 2108 NORTH HELIOTROPE
DRIVE AND TO EXECUTE A HISTORIC PROPERTY PRESERVATION AGREEMENT
BUSINESS CALENDAR
All matters listed under the Business Calendar are generally items requiring discussion and action. Persons
wishing to speak regarding Business Calendar matters should file a "Request to Speak" form with the Recording
Secretary.
HISTORIC RESOURCES COMMISSION AGENDA 4 OCTOBER 4, 2018
WITH THE CITY OF SANTA ANA – THOMAS I. AND MONICA BROWNING,
APPLICANTS {STRATEGIC PLAN NOS. 5, 2; 5,3} – Pedro Gomez, Case Planner
Legal notice published in the Orange County Reporter on September 24, 2018 and notices
mailed September 24, 2018.
Recommended Actions:
1. Adopt a resolution approving Historic Resources Commission Application No.
2017-46 and Historic Register Categorization No. 2017-45; and
2. Recommend that the City Council authorize the City Manager and Clerk of the
Council to execute the attached Mills Act agreement with Thomas I. and Monica
R. Browning, subject to non-substantive changes approved by the City Manager
and City Attorney.
3. HISTORIC RESOURCES COMMISSION APPLICATION NO. 2017-55, HISTORIC
REGISTER CATEGORIZATION NO. 2017-54, AND HISTORIC PROPERTY
PRESERVATION AGREEMENT NO. 2017-59 TO ALLOW THE PLACEMENT AND
CATEGORIZATION IN THE SANTA ANA REGISTER OF HISTORICAL PROPERTIES AS
KEY FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 2013 NORTH HELIOTROPE DRIVE AND TO
EXECUTE A HISTORIC PROPERTY PRESERVATION AGREEMENT WITH THE CITY
OF SANTA ANA – DAVID M. AND LISA M. NISSON, APPLICANTS {STRATEGIC
PLAN NOS. 5, 2; 5,3} – Pedro Gomez, Case Planner
Legal notice published in the Orange County Reporter on September 24, 2018 and notices
mailed September 24, 2018.
Recommended Actions:
1. Adopt a resolution approving Historic Resources Commission Application No.
2017-55 and Historic Register Categorization No. 2017-54; and
2. Recommend that the City Council authorize the City Manager and Clerk of the
Council to execute the attached Mills Act agreement with David M. and Lisa M.
Nisson, subject to non-substantive changes approved by the City Manager and
City Attorney.
4. HISTORIC RESOURCES COMMISSION APPLICATION NO. 2017-58, HISTORIC
REGISTER CATEGORIZATION NO. 2017-57, AND HISTORIC PROPERTY
PRESERVATION AGREEMENT NO. 2017-61 TO ALLOW THE PLACEMENT AND
CATEGORIZATION IN THE SANTA ANA REGISTER OF HISTORICAL PROPERTIES AS
KEY FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 2038 NORTH ROSS STREET AND TO
EXECUTE A HISTORIC PROPERTY PRESERVATION AGREEMENT WITH THE CITY
HISTORIC RESOURCES COMMISSION AGENDA 5 OCTOBER 4, 2018
OF SANTA ANA – KELLY B. AND JOANNE M. KNUDSEN- PEART, APPLICANTS
{STRATEGIC PLAN NOS. 5, 2; 5,3} – Pedro Gomez, Case Planner
Legal notice published in the Orange County Reporter on September 24, 2018 and notices
mailed September 24, 2018.
Recommended Actions:
1. Adopt a resolution approving Historic Resources Commission Application No.
2017-58 and Historic Register Categorization No. 2017-57; and
2. Recommend that the City Council authorize the City Manager and Clerk of the
Council to execute the attached Mills Act agreement with Kelly B. and Joanne
Peart and Joanne M. Knudsen-Peart, subject to non-substantive changes
approved by the City Manager and City Attorney.
5. HISTORIC RESOURCES COMMISSION APPLICATION NO. 2017-41, HISTORIC
REGISTER CATEGORIZATION NO. 2017-40, AND HISTORIC PROPERTY
PRESERVATION AGREEMENT NO. 2017-45 TO ALLOW THE PLACEMENT AND
CATEGORIZATION IN THE SANTA ANA REGISTER OF HISTORICAL PROPERTIES AS
CONTRIBUTIVE FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 2145 NORTH GREENLEAF
STREET AND TO EXECUTE A HISTORIC PROPERTY PRESERVATION AGREEMENT
WITH THE CITY OF SANTA ANA – TERRY L. AND DANA M. KARGES, APPLICANTS
{STRATEGIC PLAN NOS. 5, 2; 5,3} – Pedro Gomez, Case Planner
Legal notice published in the Orange County Reporter on September 24, 2018 and notices
mailed September 24, 2018.
Recommended Actions:
1. Adopt a resolution approving Historic Resources Commission Application No.
2017-41 and Historic Register Categorization No. 2017-40; and
2. Recommend that the City Council authorize the City Manager and Clerk of the
Council to execute the attached Mills Act agreement with Terry L and Dana M.
Karges, subject to non-substantive changes approved by the City Manager and
City Attorney.
6. HISTORIC RESOURCES COMMISSION APPLICATION NO. 2017-51, HISTORIC
REGISTER CATEGORIZATION NO. 2017-50, AND HISTORIC PROPERTY
PRESERVATION AGREEMENT NO. 2017-55 TO ALLOW THE PLACEMENT AND
CATEGORIZATION IN THE SANTA ANA REGISTER OF HISTORICAL PROPERTIES AS
CONTRIBUTIVE FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 2203 NORTH FLOWER STREET
AND TO EXECUTE A HISTORIC PROPERTY PRESERVATION AGREEMENT WITH
HISTORIC RESOURCES COMMISSION AGENDA 6 OCTOBER 4, 2018
THE CITY OF SANTA ANA – NICHOLAS GILLESPIE AND JOHN HICKS,
APPLICANTS {STRATEGIC PLAN NOS. 5, 2; 5,3} – Pedro Gomez, Case Planner
Legal notice published in the Orange County Reporter on September 24, 2018 and notices
mailed September 24, 2018.
Recommended Actions:
1. Adopt a resolution approving Historic Resources Commission Application No.
2017-51 and Historic Register Categorization No. 2017-50; and
2. Recommend that the City Council authorize the City Manager and Clerk of the
Council to execute the attached Mills Act agreement with Nicholas Gillespie and
John Hicks, subject to non-substantive changes approved by the City Manager
and City Attorney.
7. HISTORIC RESOURCES COMMISSION APPLICATION NO. 2017-32, HISTORIC
REGISTER CATEGORIZATION NO. 2017-31, AND HISTORIC PROPERTY
PRESERVATION AGREEMENT NO. 2017-36 TO ALLOW THE PLACEMENT AND
CATEGORIZATION IN THE SANTA ANA REGISTER OF HISTORICAL PROPERTIES AS
CONTRIBUTIVE FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 1318 NORTH BAKER STREET
AND TO EXECUTE A HISTORIC PROPERTY PRESERVATION AGREEMENT WITH
THE CITY OF SANTA ANA – SAUL AND CHRISTINA A. SILVA, APPLICANTS
{STRATEGIC PLAN NOS. 5, 2; 5,3} – Pedro Gomez, Case Planner
Legal notice published in the Orange County Reporter on September 24, 2018 and notices
mailed September 24, 2018.
Recommended Actions:
1. Adopt a resolution approving Historic Resources Commission Application No.
2017-32 and Historic Register Categorization No. 2017-31; and
2. Recommend that the City Council authorize the City Manager and Clerk of the
Council to execute the attached Mills Act agreement with Saul and Christina A.
Silva, subject to non-substantive changes approved by the City Manager and
City Attorney.
8. HISTORIC RESOURCES COMMISSION APPLICATION NO. 2017-53, HISTORIC
REGISTER CATEGORIZATION NO. 2017-52, AND HISTORIC PROPERTY
PRESERVATION AGREEMENT NO. 2017-57 TO ALLOW THE PLACEMENT AND
CATEGORIZATION IN THE SANTA ANA REGISTER OF HISTORICAL PROPERTIES AS
CONTRIBUTIVE FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 2005 NORTH GREENLEAF
STREET AND TO EXECUTE A HISTORIC PROPERTY PRESERVATION AGREEMENT
HISTORIC RESOURCES COMMISSION AGENDA 7 OCTOBER 4, 2018
WITH THE CITY OF SANTA ANA – ERNESTO ESTRADA, APPLICANT {STRATEGIC
PLAN NOS. 5, 2; 5,3} – Pedro Gomez, Case Planner
Legal notice published in the Orange County Reporter on September 24, 2018 and notices
mailed September 24, 2018.
Recommended Actions:
1. Adopt a resolution approving Historic Resources Commission Application No.
2017-53 and Historic Register Categorization No. 2017-52; and
2. Recommend that the City Council authorize the City Manager and Clerk of the
Council to execute the attached Mills Act agreement with Ernesto Estrada,
subject to non-substantive changes approved by the City Manager and City
Attorney.
***END OF BUSINESS CALENDAR***
COMMENTS
9. STAFF COMMENTS
10. COMMISSION MEMBER COMMENTS
ADJOURNMENT - The next regular meeting of the Historic Resources Commission is
scheduled for Thursday, January 3, 2019 at 4:30 p.m. in the Council
Chamber, 22 Civic Center Plaza, Santa Ana, California.
HISTORIC RESOURCES COMMISSION MINUTES 1 JULY 19, 2018
ACTION MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL MEETING OF THE
HISTORIC RESOURCES COMMISSION
OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA
JULY 19, 2018
CALLED TO ORDER COUNCIL CHAMBER
22 CIVIC CENTER PLAZA
SANTA ANA, CALIFORNIA
4:36 P.M.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL COMMISSIONERS Present:
ALBERTA CHRISTY, Chair
GINELLE HARDY
LAURENCE HITTERDALE
EDWARD MURASHIE
TIM RUSH
PHIL SCHAEFER, Vice Chair (arrived at 4:38 p.m.)
COMMISSIONERS Absent:
KENNETH NGUYEN
STAFF Present:
MINH THAI, Executive Director
CANDIDA NEAL, Planning Manager
LISA STORCK, Assistant City Attorney
VINCE FREGOSO, Principal Planner
VERNY CARVAJAL, Principal Planner
PEDRO GOMEZ, Assistant Planner
SARAH BERNAL, Recording Secretary
PUBLIC COMMENTS (on non-agenda items)
The following public comment was received:
Dale Helvig spoke in opposition to the proposed project located at 2525 North Main
Street; urged Commission to adopt a resolution in opposition.
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CONSENT CALENDAR
MOTION: Approve staff recommendations on Consent Calendar Items: A-B
MOTION: Murashie SECOND: Rush
VOTE: AYES: Christy, Hardy, Hitterdale, Murashie, Rush, Schaefer (6)
NOES: None (0)
ABSTAIN: None (0)
ABSENT: Nguyen (1)
A. MINUTES FROM THE SPECIAL MEETING HELD ON MAY 24, 2018
MOTION: Approve Minutes
B. EXCUSED ABSENCES
MOTION: Excuse absent commission members: Nguyen.
* * * END OF CONSENT CALENDAR * * *
BUSINESS CALENDAR
COMMISSIONER COMMUNICATION DISCLOSURE – None.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
ADMINISTRATIVE MATTERS
1. ELECTION OF OFFICERS FOR THE 2018-2019 TERM
Chairperson Christy called for nominations for Chairperson. Commissioner Hitterdale nominated
Chairperson Christy. The nomination was accepted. There were no other nominations and the
nominations were closed.
MOTION: Elect Chairperson Christy as Chairperson for the 2018-2019 term.
MOTION: Hitterdale SECOND: Murashie
VOTE: AYES: Christy, Hardy, Hitterdale, Murashie, Rush, Schaefer (6)
NOES: None (0)
ABSTAIN: None (0)
ABSENT: Nguyen (1)
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Chairperson Christy called for nominations for Vice-Chairperson. Commissioner Murashie
nominated Vice-Chairperson Schaeffer. The nomination was accepted. There were no other
nominations and the nominations were closed.
MOTION: Murashie SECOND: Hardy
VOTE: AYES: Christy, Hardy, Hitterdale, Murashie, Rush, Schaefer (6)
NOES: None (0)
ABSTAIN: None (0)
ABSENT: Nguyen (1)
***END OF BUSINESS CALENDAR***
WORK STUDY CALENDAR
2. HISTORIC RESOURCES COMMISSIONER TRAINING / BROWN ACT INFORMATION
SESSION
Assistant City Attorney Storck provided a presentation on the following topics:
What must a good Commission know
Attributes of an Effective Commission Member
SAMC Section 2-374: Powers and Duties
SAMC 2-371
Relationship with Council
Meetings are Open and Public
Good Public Policy
What is a Meeting
Face to Face Gatherings
Social Media
Brown Act Exceptions
Serial Meetings
Notice and Agenda Requirements
Discussion of Non-Agenda Items
Public Participation
Enforcement of Brown Act
Historic Resources Commission Bylaws
Consent Calendar
Courtesy and Decorum
Pointers and Tips
Discussion ensued regarding quorum and powers and duties.
***END OF WORK STUDY CALENDAR***
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HISTORIC RESOURCES COMMISSION MINUTES 4 APRIL 26, 2018
COMMENTS
3. STAFF MEMBER COMMENTS
Executive Director Thai
Provided update on resolution in opposition to the project proposed at 2525 N. Main
Street; clarified the roles and responsibilities of the Commission; indicated that a
resolution in opposition is outside the purview of the Commission as the project does
not have historic relevance; encouraged Commissioners to comment on the project as
private citizens to City Council or Planning Commission. Commission generally agreed
that the project will have a negative impact on adjacent neighborhood of Santiago Park
as it is historically sensitive. Discussion ensued regarding the process of designating
Santiago Park as a historic district.
Planning Manager Neal
Reported Historic Resources matters will be transferred from Advanced Planning
Section to Current Planning Section; Pedro Gomez will be the primary contact.
Provided update on the Historic Awards Program.
o Outreach has been conducted; no applications have been received; may
extend application submission deadline.
4. COMMISSION MEMBER COMMENTS
Commissioner Murashie
Inquired about Mills Act fees.
o Staff responded that staff is awaiting outcome of the fee study.
Commissioner Hitterdale
Thanked Assistant City Attorney Storck for her presentation.
Will not attend the meeting on August 2.
Commissioner Rush
Inquired about the YMCA building.
o Staff responded that Community Development Agency has requested
proposals.
Would like to discuss manufactured homes in historically sensitive neighborhoods
at a future meeting.
Henninger Park needs to be added to the State Registrar.
Commissioner Murashie
Thanked Assistant City Attorney Storck for her presentation.
Congratulated Chairperson Christy and Vice Chairperson Schaeffer on elections.
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HISTORIC RESOURCES COMMISSION MINUTES 5 APRIL 26, 2018
Vice Chair Schaeffer
Requested update on the Pacific Symphony Hall Building.
o Staff responded the matter is still ongoing.
Eager to review outcome of the fee study.
Will not attend the meeting on August 2.
Commissioner Hardy
Thanked Assistant City Attorney Storck for her presentation.
Congratulated Chairperson Christy and Vice Chairperson Schaeffer on elections.
Would like direction from staff on the Historic Designation process.
Asked who should be contacted in regards to graffiti on the Cypress Fire Station.
Chair Christy
Thanked Commission for nomination.
Inquired about the City’s 150 year Anniversary celebration.
Thanked Advanced Planning team for their work.
ADJOURNED 6:00 P.M. – The next scheduled meeting of the Historic Resources
Commission will be on August 2, 2018 in the Council Chamber, 22 Civic
Center Plaza, Santa Ana, California.
Sarah Bernal
Recording Secretary
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HISTORIC RESOURCES COMMISSION MINUTES 1 AUGUST 2, 2018
ACTION MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE
HISTORIC RESOURCES COMMISSION
OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA
AUGUST 2, 2018
COUNCIL CHAMBER
22 CIVIC CENTER PLAZA
SANTA ANA, CALIFORNIA
MEETING ADJOURNED DUE TO LACK OF QUORUM
Chairperson Christy adjourned the meeting to a date to be determined due to lack of quorum.
Sarah Bernal
Recording Secretary
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MILLS ACT AGREEMENT
1110 South Parton Street
Santa Ana, CA 92707
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RECORDING REQUESTED BY
AND WHEN RECORDED MAIL TO:
City of Santa Ana
20 Civic Center Plaza (M-30)
Santa Ana, CA 92702
Attn: Clerk of the Council
FREE RECORDING PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE § 27383
_________________________________________________________________________
HISTORIC PROPERTY PRESERVATION AGREEMENT
This Historic Property Preservation Agreement (“Agreement”) is made and entered into
by and between the City of Santa Ana, a charter city and municipal corporation duly organized
and existing under the Constitution and laws of the of the State of California (hereinafter referred
to as “City”), and Glenn C. and Robin L. Garvin, (hereinafter collectively referred to as
“Owner”), owners of real property located at 1110 South Parton Street, Santa Ana, California,
in the County of Orange and listed on the Santa Ana Register of Historical Properties.
RECITALS
A. The City Council of the City of Santa Ana is authorized by California
Government Code Section 50280 et seq. (known as the “Mills Act”) to enter into
contracts with owners of qualified historical properties to provide for appropriate
use, maintenance, rehabilitation and restoration such that these historic properties
retain their historic character and integrity.
B. The Owner possesses fee title in and to that certain qualified real property
together with associated structures and improvements thereon, located at 1110
South Parton Street, Santa Ana, CA, 92706 and more particularly described in
Exhibit A, attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference, and hereinafter
referred to as the “Historic Property”.
C. The Historic Property is officially designated on the Santa Ana Register of
Historical Properties, pursuant to the requirements of Chapter 30 of the Santa Ana
Municipal Code and pursuant to Resolution No. 2004-03, approving Historic
Resources Commission Application No. 2003-68 and Historic Register
Categorization No. 2003-70.
D. City and Owner, for their mutual benefit, now desire to enter into this Agreement
which defines and limits the use and alteration of this Historic Property in order to
enhance and maintain its value as a cultural and historical resource for Owner and
for the community; to prevent inappropriate alterations to the Historic Property
and to ensure that repairs, additions, new building, and other changes are
EXHIBIT 1
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MILLS ACT AGREEMENT
1110 South Parton Street
Santa Ana, CA 92707
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appropriate; and to ensure that rehabilitation and maintenance are carried out in an
exemplary manner.
E. Owner and City intend to carry out the purposes of California Government Code,
Chapter 1, Part 5 of Division 1 of Title 5, Article 12, Section 50280 et seq., which
will enable the Historic Property to qualify for an assessment of valuation as a
restricted historical property pursuant to Article 1.9, Sec. 439 et seq., Chapter 3
Part 2 of Division 1 of the California Tax and Revenue Code.
NOW, THEREFORE, the City of Santa Ana and the Owner of the Historic Property
agree as follows:
1. Effective Date and Terms of Agreement.
This Agreement shall be effective and commence on October 17, 2018, and shall remain
in effect for a term of ten (10) years thereafter. Each year, upon the anniversary of the effective
date of this Agreement, such initial term will automatically be extended as provided in California
Government Code Sections 50280 through 50290 and in Section 2, below.
2. Renewal.
a. Each year on the anniversary of the effective date of this Agreement, a year shall
automatically be added to the initial ten (10) year term of this Agreement unless written notice of
nonrenewal is served as provided herein.
b. If the Owner or the City desire(s) in any year not to renew the Agreement, the
Owner or City shall serve written notice of nonrenewal of the Agreement on the other party.
Unless such notice is served by the Owner to the City at least ninety (90) days prior to the annual
renewal date, or served by the City to the Owner at least sixty (60) days prior to the annual
renewal date, one (1) year shall automatically be added to the term of the Agreement as provided
herein.
c. Within 30 days from receipt of City’s notice of nonrenewal, the Owner may file a
written protest of City’s decision of nonrenewal. The City may, at any time prior to the annual
renewal date of the Agreement, withdraw its notice to the Owner of nonrenewal.
d. If either the Owner or the City serves notice to the other of nonrenewal in any
year, the Agreement shall remain in effect for the balance of the term then remaining, either from
its original execution or from the last renewal of the Agreement, whichever may apply.
3. Standards and Conditions for Historic Property.
During the term of this Agreement, the Historic Property shall be subject to the following
conditions, requirements and restrictions:
a. Owner shall maintain the Historic Property in a good state of repair and shall
preserve, maintain, and, where necessary, restore or rehabilitate the property and its character-
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defining features described in the “Historical Property Description” attached hereto, marked as
Exhibit B, notably the general architectural form, style, materials, design, scale, proportions,
organization of windows, doors, and other openings, textures, details, mass, roof line, porch and
other aspects of the appearance of the exterior to the satisfaction of the City.
b. All changes to the Historic Property shall comply with applicable City plans and
regulations, and conform to the rules and regulations of the Office of Historic Preservation of the
State Department of Parks and Recreation, namely the U.S. Secretary of the Interior’s Standards
and Guidelines for Historic Preservation Projects. These guidelines are attached hereto, marked
as Exhibit C, and incorporated herein by this reference. Owner shall continually maintain the
Historic Property in the same or better condition.
c. A view corridor enabling the general public to see the Historic Property from the
public right-of-way shall be maintained, and Owner shall not be permitted to block the view
corridor to the property with any new structure, such as walls, fences or shrubbery, so as to
prevent the viewing of the historic landmark by the public.
d. The following are prohibited: demolition of the Historic Property or destruction of
character-defining features of the building or site; removal of trees and other major vegetation
unless removal is approved by a rehabilitation plan approved by the Historic Resources
Commission; paving of yard surface; exterior alterations or additions unless approved by the
Historic Resources Commission and such alterations are in keeping with the Secretary of
Interior’s Standards; deteriorating, dilapidated or unrepaired structures such as fences, roofs,
doors, walls, and windows; storage of junk, trash, debris, discarded or unused objects such as
cars, appliances, or furniture; and other unsightly by decoration, structure or vegetation which is
unsightly by reason of its height, condition, or inappropriate location.
e. Owner shall allow reasonable periodic inspection by prior appointment, as needed
or at least every five (5) years after the initial inspection, of the interior and exterior of the
Historic Property by representatives of the City of Santa Ana, the County Assessor, the State
Department of Parks and Recreation, and the State Board of Equalization, to determine the
Owner’s compliance with the terms and provisions of this Agreement.
4. Furnishing of Information.
The Owner hereby agrees to furnish the City with any and all information requested
which may be necessary or advisable to determine compliance with the terms and provisions of
this Agreement.
5. Cancellation.
a. The City, following a duly noticed public hearing by the City Council as set forth
in Government Code Section 50280, et. seq., may cancel this Agreement if it determines that the
Owner have breached any of the conditions of this Agreement, or have allowed the property to
deteriorate to the point that it no longer meets the standards for a qualified Historic Property, or
if the City determines that the Owner have failed to restore or rehabilitate the property in the
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manner specified in Section 3 of this Agreement. If a contract is cancelled for these reasons, the
Owner shall pay a cancellation fee to the County Auditor as set forth in Government Code
Section 50286. This cancellation fee shall be a percentage (currently set at twelve and one-half
(12 ½) percent by Government Code Section 50286) of the current fair market value of the
property at the time of the cancellation, as determined by the county assessor, without regard to
any restriction imposed pursuant to this Agreement.
b. If the Historic Property is destroyed by earthquake, fire, flood or other natural
disaster such that in the opinion of the City Building Official more than sixty (60) percent of the
original fabric of the structure must be replaced, this Agreement shall be canceled immediately
because, in effect, the historic value of the structure will have been destroyed. No fee shall be
imposed in the case of destruction by acts of God or natural disaster.
c. If the Historic Property is acquired by eminent domain and the City Council
determines that the acquisition frustrates the purpose of this Agreement, this Agreement shall be
cancelled and no fee imposed, as specified in Government Code Section 50288.
6. Enforcement of Agreement.
a. In lieu of and/or in addition to any provisions to cancel the Agreement as
referenced herein, City may specifically enforce, or enjoin the breach of, the terms of the
Agreement. In the event of a default, under the provisions to cancel the Agreement by Owner,
the City shall give written notice to Owner by registered or certified mail, and if such a violation
is not corrected to the reasonable satisfaction of the City Manager or designee within thirty (30)
days thereafter, or if not corrected within such a reasonable time as may be required to cure the
breach or default, or default cannot be cured within thirty (30) days (provided that acts to cure
the breach or default may be commenced within thirty (30) days and shall thereafter be diligently
pursued to completion by Owner), then City may, without further notice, declare a default under
the terms of this Agreement and may bring any action necessary to specifically enforce the
obligations of Owner growing out of the terms of this Agreement, apply to any court, state or
federal, for injunctive relief against any violation by Owner or apply for such relief as may be
appropriate.
b. City does not waive any claim of default by the Owner if City does not enforce or
cancel this Agreement. All other remedies at law or in equity which are not otherwise provided
for in this Agreement or in City’s regulations governing historic properties are available to City
to pursue in the event that there is a breach of this Agreement. No waiver by City of any breach
or default under this Agreement shall be deemed to be a waiver of any other subsequent breach
thereof or default hereunder.
7. Binding effect of Agreement.
a. Owner hereby subjects the Historic Property, located at 1110 South Parton
Street, Assessor Parcel Number, 013-092-17, and more particularly described in Exhibit A, in
the City of Santa Ana, to the covenants, conditions, and restrictions as set forth in this
Agreement.
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b. City and Owner hereby declare their specific intent that the covenants, conditions
and restrictions as set forth herein shall be deemed covenants running with the land and shall
pass to and be binding upon Owner’s successors and assigns in title or interest to the Historic
Property. Every contract, deed, or other instrument hereinafter executed, covering or conveying
the Historic Property or any portion thereof, shall conclusively be held to have been executed,
delivered, and accepted subject to the tenants, restrictions, and reservations expressed in this
Agreement regardless of whether such covenants, conditions and restrictions are set forth in such
contract, deed, or other instrument.
8. No Compensation.
Owner shall not receive any payment from City in consideration of the obligation
imposed under this Agreement, it being recognized that the consideration for the execution of
this Agreement is the substantial public benefit to be derived therefrom and the advantage that
will accrue to Owner as a result of the effect upon the assessed value of the Property on the
account of the restrictions on the use and preservation of the Property.
9. Notice.
Any notice required by the terms of this Agreement shall be sent to the address of the
respective parties as specified below or at other addresses that may be later specified by the
parties hereto.
City: City of Santa Ana
20 Civic Center Plaza (M-30)
Santa Ana, CA 92702
Attn: Clerk of the Council
Owners: Glenn C. and Robin L. Garvin
1110 South Parton Street
Santa Ana, CA 92707
10. General Provisions.
a. None of the terms, provisions, or conditions of this Agreement shall be deemed
to create a partnership between the parties hereto and any of their heirs, successors, or assigns,
nor shall such terms, provisions or conditions cause them to be considered joint ventures or
members of any joint enterprise.
b. Owner agrees to and shall indemnify and hold City and its elected and
appointed officials, officers, agents, and employees harmless from liability for damage or claims
for damage for personal injuries, including death, and claims for property damage which may
arise from the direct or indirect use or operations of Owner or those of his or her contractor,
subcontractor, agent, employee, or other person acting on his or her behalf which relates to the
use, operation, and maintenance of the Historic Property. Owner hereby agrees to and shall
defend City and its elected and appointed officials, officers, agents, and employees with respect
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to any and all actions for damages caused by, or alleged to have been caused by, reason of
Owners’ activities in connection with the Historic Property.
c. This hold harmless provision applies to all damages and claims for damages
suffered, or alleged to have been suffered, and costs of defense incurred, by reason of the
operations referred to in this Agreement regardless of whether or not City prepared, supplied, or
approved the plans, specifications or other documents for the Historic Property.
d. All of the agreements, rights, covenants, conditions, and restrictions contained
in this Agreement shall be binding upon and shall inure to the benefit of the parties herein, their
heirs, successors, legal representatives, assigns, and all persons acquiring any part or portion of
the Historic Property, whether by operation of law on in any manner whatsoever.
e. In the event legal proceedings are brought by any party or parties to enforce or
restrain a violation of any of the covenants, reservations, or restrictions contained herein, or to
determine the rights and duties of any party hereunder, the prevailing party in such proceeding
may recover all reasonable attorney’s fees to be fixed by the court, in addition to court costs and
other relief ordered by the court.
f. In the event that any of the provisions of this Agreement are held to be
unenforceable or invalid by any court of competent jurisdiction, or by subsequent preemptive
legislation, the validity and enforceability of the remaining provisions, or portions thereof, shall
not be effected thereby.
g. This Agreement shall be construed and governed in accordance with the laws of
the State of California, with venue in Orange County.
11. Recordation.
No later than twenty (20) days after the parties execute and enter into this Agreement, the
City shall cause this Agreement to be recorded in the office of the County Recorder of the
County of Orange.
12. Amendments.
This Agreement may be amended, in whole or in part, only by a written recorded
instrument executed by the parties hereto.
13. Effective Date
This Agreement shall be effective on the day and year first written above.
{Signature page follows}
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ATTEST: CITY OF SANTA ANA
________________________ _________________________
MARIA D. HUIZAR RAUL GODINEZ II
Clerk of the Council City Manager
OWNER
Date: ______________________ By:_________________________
GLENN C. GARVIN
Date: ______________________ By:_________________________
ROBIN L. GARVIN
APPROVED AS TO FORM: RECOMMENDED FOR APPROVAL:
SONIA CARVALHO
City Attorney
By: _____________________ _____________________
LISA STORCK MINH THAI
Assistant City Attorney Executive Director
Planning and Building Agency
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EXHIBIT A
LEGAL DESCRIPTION
LOT 3 AND THE NORTH 5 FEET OF LOT 4 IN BLOCK “A” OF TRACT NO. 869, IN THE
CITY OF SANTA ANA, COUNTY OF ORANGE, STATE OF CALIFORNIA AS PER MAP
RECORDED IN BOOK 26, PAGE 29 OF MISCELLANEOUS MAPS IN THE OFFICE OF
THE COUNTY RECORDER.
Assessor’s Parcel Number: 013-092-17
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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
FRIEND HOUSE
1110 South Parton Street
Santa Ana, CA 92707
NAME Friend House REF. NO.
ADDRESS 1110 South Parton Street
CITY Santa Ana ZIP 92707 ORANGE COUNTY
YEAR BUILT Circa 1922 LOCAL REGISTER CATEGORY: Contributive
HISTORIC DISTRICT N/A NEIGHBORHOOD Wilshire Square
NATIONAL REGISTER CRITERIA FOR EVALUATION C NATIONAL REGISTER STATUS CODE 5S1
Location: Not for Publication Unrestricted
Prehistoric Historic Both
ARCHITECTURAL STYLE: Bungalow/Craftsman
Closely related to the English Arts and Crafts Movement, American Craftsman architecture was popularized by The Craftsman
magazine and architects such as Charles and Henry Greene of Pasadena. It drew from the wood building traditions of Japan and
Switzerland as well as the medieval themes favored by the Arts and Crafts philosophers. Craftsman architecture stressed honesty of
form, materials, and workmanship, eschewing applied decoration in favor of the straightforward expression of structure. A new
appreciation of nature was evident in horizontal lines that reached out to embrace the landscape and the incorporation of capacious
porches into building plans. Primarily a residential style, Craftsman architecture can be identified by low pitched gable and hipped
roofs with exposed rafters and beams in deep overhangs; wood lap or shingle siding and an occasional use of stucco; extensive use of
stone or brick as a secondary material; horizontal emphasis apparent in roof lines, headers, and battered porch supports; and broadly
proportioned wood framed windows, often clustered in bands. Craftsman homes were built from circa 1902 until the early 1920s.
SUMMARY/CONCLUSION:
The Friend House qualifies for listing in the Santa Ana Register of Historical Properties under Criterion 1, as a building with the
“distinguishing characteristics of an architectural style or period.” Additionally, the house has been categorized as “Contributive”
because it “contributes to the overall character and history” of Wilshire Square and “is a good example of period architecture” as one
of the few examples of the Craftsman style in the neighborhood (Municipal Code Section 30-2.2).”
EXPLANATION OF CODES:
•National Register Criteria for Evaluation: (From Appendix 7 of Instructions for Recording Historical Resources, Office of
Historic Preservation)
C: that embody the distinctive characteristics of a type, period, or method of construction, or that represent the
work of a master, or that possess high artistic values, or that represent a significant and distinguishable entity
whose components may lack individual distinction.
•National Register Status Code: (From Appendix 2 of Instructions for Recording Historical Resources, Office of Historic
Preservation)
5S1 Is separately listed or designated under an existing local ordinance, or is eligible for such listing or designation.
EXHIBIT B1
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State of California The Resources Agency Primary #______________________________________________
DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION HRI #__________________________________________________
PRIMARY RECORD Trinomial______________________________________________
NRHP Status Code_____________________________________
Other Listings_____________________________________________________________________
Review Code________ Reviewer________________________ Date_______________
Page _1_ of _4_ Resource name(s) or number (assigned by recorder) Friend House
P1. Other Identifier:
*P2. Location: Not for Publication Unrestricted *a. County Orange County
*b. USGS 7.5’ Quad Tustin TCA 2555 Date:
*c. Address 1110 South Parton Street City Santa Ana Zip 92707
*e. Other Locational Data: Assessor’s Parcel Number: 013-092-17; TR 869 Lot: 3 Block: A(and N 5FT Lot: 4 Block: A
*P3a. Description: (Describe resource and its major elements. Include design, materials, condition, alterations, size, setting, and boundaries.)
A front gable spans the entire façade of this one-story Craftsman bungalow. The bargeboard is supported by carved
brackets and punctuated by purlins. Rafters are visible in the overhanging eaves along the side elevations. Three louvered
attic vents, arranged in a Palladian configuration, are centered beneath the peak of the gable. Occupying the south half of
the façade, a recessed porch is outlined by a segmental arch that is cut into the clapboard cladding of the building. A stick
porch railing connects a clapboard pedestal next to the central entry stairs and a brick pier at the corner. Spanned by a multi-
light transom, a tripartite window overlooks the porch space. A single double-hung sash, sixteen-over-one, is located on the
north half of the façade. The porch treatment, brick foundation, and attic vents suggest that modifications were made to the
house in the 1920s and 1930s, perhaps when building permits for unspecified alterations were obtained in 1925 and 1935. In
the rear of the property, a one-story, front-gabled garage retains a vertical slat vent that is probably echoes the original
treatment of the attic vents on the house. Otherwise unaltered, the house is in good condition.
*P3b. Resource Attributes: (list attributes and codes) HP2. Single-family Property
*P4. Resources Present: Building Structure Object Site District Element of District Other
P5b. Photo: (view and date)
East elevation
September 2003
*P6. Date Constructed/Age and
Sources: historic
Circa 1922/Source: Orange County
and Santa Ana City Directories
*P7. Owner and Address:
Louis A. Silva
1110 South Parton
Santa Ana, CA 92707-1132
*P8. Recorded by:
Leslie J. Heumann
SAIC
35 S. Raymond Ave. # 204
Pasadena, CA 91105
*P9. Date Recorded:
October 1, 2003
*P10. Survey Type:
Intensive Survey
*P11. Report Citation: (Cite survey report and other sources, or enter “none”)
None.
*Attachments: None Location Map Sketch Map Continuation Sheet Building, Structure, and Object Record
Archaeological Record District Record Linear Feature Record Milling Station Record Rock Art Record
Artifact Record Photograph Record Other (list)
DPR 523A (1/95) *Required information
P5a. Photo
EXHIBIT B2
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State of California The Resources Agency Primary #__________________________________________
DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION HRI#______________________________________________
BUILDING, STRUCTURE, AND OBJECT RECORD
Page 2 of 4 *NRHP Status Code_5S1_________________________
*Resource Name or #: Friend House
B1. Historic Name: Friend House
B2. Common Name: Same
B3. Original Use: Single-family Residence B4. Present Use: Single-family Residence
*B5. Architectural Style: Bungalow/Craftsman
*B6. Construction History: (Construction date, alterations, and date of alterations): Constructed circa 1922.
March 21, 1925. Alterations.
December 19, 1935. Alterations.
February 14, 1936. Reroof.
November 5, 1951. Reroof.
January 8, 1992. Reroof with tear off.
*B7. Moved? No Yes Unknown Date: Original Location:_ ____________________
*B8. Related Features:
Garage.
B9a. Architect: Unknown b. Builder: Unknown
*B10. Significance: Theme Residential Architecture Area Santa Ana
Period of Significance: circa 1920-1954 Property Type: Single-family Residence Applicable Criteria: C
(Discuss importance in terms of historical or architectural context as defined by theme, period, and geographic scope. Also address integrity)
The Friend House is architecturally significant as one of the few examples of the Craftsman style in the Wilshire Square
neighborhood. It is also historically notable as one of the oldest, if not the oldest, homes in the neighborhood. According to
research conducted by the Wilshire Square Neighborhood Association, the house was built in 1915. However, city directory
listings for the property, apparently originally addressed as 620 Fairview, first appeared in 1923. Marcus and Anna Friend
were the owners and residents. Mr. Friend was a grocer, initially working for F. J. Hershiser in the Grand Central Market and
then beginning in 1926, as a partner in the Friendale Self Service Grocers, also located in Grand Central Market.
(See Continuation Sheet 3 of 4.)
B11. Additional Resource Attributes: (List attributes and codes)
*B12. References:
City of Santa Ana Building Permits
Santa Ana History Room Collection, Santa Ana Public Library
Sanborn Maps
(See Continuation Sheet 4 of 4.)
B13. Remarks:
*B14. Evaluator: Leslie J. Heumann
*Date of Evaluation: October 1, 2003
DPR 523B (1/95) *Required information
Sketch Map
(This space reserved for official comments.)
Friend House
1110 South Parton Street
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State of California The Resources Agency Primary # _____________________________________________
DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION HRI # ________________________________________________
CONTINUATION SHEET Trinomial _____________________________________________
Page 3_ of 4_ Resource Name or # (Assigned by recorder) Friend House
*Recorded by Leslie J. Heumann, SAIC *Date October 1, 2003 ⌧ Continuation Update
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*B10. Significance (continued):
Santa Ana was founded by William Spurgeon in 1869 as a speculative town site on part of the Spanish land grant known as
Rancho Santiago de Santa Ana. The civic and commercial core of the community was centered around the intersection of
Main and Fourth Streets. Stimulated by the arrival of the Santa Fe Railroad and incorporation as a city in 1886, and
selection as the seat of the newly created County of Orange in 1889, the city grew outwards, with residential neighborhoods
initially developing to the north, south, and east of the city center. Agricultural uses predominated in the outlying areas, with
cultivated fields and orchards dotted with widely scattered farmhouses.
The Friend House is located in Wilshire Square, a neighborhood located south of the city center and bounded by West
McFadden Avenue on the north, West Edinger Avenue on the south, South Main Street on the east, and South Flower
Street on the west. This area remained agricultural in use into the early twentieth century, the landscape dotted with walnut
and orange groves. The 1912 plat map of Santa Ana showed South Main Street and Fairview Avenue (now McFadden
Avenue) as the only streets in the area, with the majority of the property held by a few landowners: N. Palmer, H. K.
Hanson, O’Brien, and Lewis.
Development of Wilshire Square began circa 1923, when newspaper advertisements for newly subdivided lots costing
between $635.00 and $1,875.00 boasted “five foot sidewalks, curbs, electricity, gas, sewer, city water and ornamental trees”
(Santa Ana Register, April 12, 1923). By 1923, all of Flower, Garnsey, Van Ness, Ross, and Borchard and portions of the
remaining streets had been laid out. Lathrop Junior High School, designed by architect Frederick Eley in 1921 (demolished
circa 1970), was constructed on the southwest corner of Fairview and Main and became an anchor of the neighborhood. In
1925, over 65 homes had been built in Wilshire Square, according to a count of addresses listed in the city directories. A
1927 map indicated that the area was zoned for single-family residences, except the east side of Sycamore, which was set
aside for “courts and apartments,” apparently as a buffer for the “neighborhood business” zone on South Main Street. By
1930, maps of the City showed that, with the exception of a gap between Borchard and Edinger Avenues on Birch,
Broadway, and Sycamore, all the streets in Wilshire Square were in place. Mapped by the Sanborn Company between
1931 and 1940, the neighborhood was substantially developed prior to the beginning of World War II.
Built in three phases, Wilshire Square primarily showcases the revival architectural styles popular during the first phase,
circa 1923 to 1931, when 326 homes were built: variations of the Tudor Revival, the Spanish Colonial Revival, and the
Colonial Revival. A handful of Craftsman bungalows completed the picture. A second phase, from 1935 to 1942, marked
the recovery from the Great Depression and the war preparation years, and resulted in another 171 homes. The post World
War II building boom added 91 homes, many in the newly popular California Ranch style. Enhanced by the canopies of
mature trees that line many of the streets, Wilshire Square developed as a middle class neighborhood of white and blue
collar workers. Homes were both owner and speculator built, and, regardless of style, are unified by their one-story height,
scale, common setbacks, and the placement of detached garages in the rear of each property. Retaining these qualities
today (2003), the neighborhood was recognized for excellence in urban design by the Orange County Chapter of the
American Institute of Architects in 1997.
The Friend House qualifies for listing in the Santa Ana Register of Historical Properties under Criterion 1, as a building with
the “distinguishing characteristics of an architectural style or period.” As an example of a Craftsman bungalow, the house
showcases the gable roof with overhanging eaves, front porch, wood cladding, and tripartite window that were often
associated with style. Additionally, the house has been categorized as “Contributive” because it “contributes to the overall
character and history” of Wilshire Square and “is a good example of period architecture” as one of the few examples of the
Craftsman style in the neighborhood. Character defining exterior features of the Friend House that should be preserved
include, but may not be limited to: materials and finishes (wood, clapboard); roof configuration and treatment; massing and
composition; original doors and windows; porch; garage; and architectural detailing (porch supports, brackets window
surrounds).
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State of California The Resources Agency Primary # _____________________________________________
DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION HRI # ________________________________________________
CONTINUATION SHEET Trinomial _____________________________________________
Page 4_ of 4_ Resource Name or # (Assigned by recorder) Friend House
*Recorded by Leslie J. Heumann, SAIC *Date October 1, 2003 ⌧ Continuation Update
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*B12. References (continued):
Harris, Cyril M. American Architecture: An Illustrated Encyclopedia. New York, WW Norton, 1998.
Marsh, Diann. Santa Ana, An Illustrated History. Encinitas, Heritage Publishing, 1994.
McAlester, Virginia and Lee. A Field Guide to American Houses. New York: Alfred A. Knopf, 1984.
National Register Bulletin 16A. “How to Complete the National Register Registration Form.” Washington DC: National
Register Branch, National Park Service, US Dept. of the Interior, 1991.
Office of Historic Preservation. “Instructions for Recording Historical Resources.” Sacramento: March 1995.
Historic maps in the collection of the History Room of the Santa Ana Public Library.
Santa Ana and Orange County Directories, 1905-1931.
Santa Ana Register, April 12, 1923.
“Vintage Santa Ana Right On Track.” The Register, January 13, 1990.
“Neighbors Gear Up For Big Project.” Los Angeles Times, August 6, 1992.
“Neighborliness Lives On Wilshire Square’s Streets.” Los Angeles Times, October 5, 1996.
“Wilshire Square—A Profile in Pride of Ownership.” City Line, July/August 2001.
Wilshire Square Neighborhood Association, Home Tour Brochures, 1989-1994.
www.wilshiresquare.com
www.geocities.com/Heartland/3383/aia.htm
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Exhibit C
Exterior work shall be reviewed by the Historic Resources Commission and subject to the U.S.
Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for Rehabilitation of Historic Buildings, as follows:
1.Every reasonable effort shall be made to provide a compatible use for a property
which requires minimal alteration of the building, structure, or site and its
environment, or to use a property for its originally intended purpose.
2.The distinguishing original qualities or character of a building, structure or site
and its environment shall not be destroyed. The removal or alteration of any
historic material or distinctive architectural features should be avoided when
possible.
3.All buildings, structures, and sites shall be recognized as products of their own
time. Alterations that have no historical basis and which seek to create an earlier
appearance shall be discouraged.
4.Changes which may have taken place in the course of time are evidence of the
history and development of a building, structure, or site and its environment.
These changes may have acquired significance in their own right, and this
significance shall be recognized and respected.
5.Distinctive stylistic features or examples of skilled craftsmanship which
characterize a building, structure, or site shall be treated with sensitivity.
6.Deteriorated architectural features shall be repaired rather than replaced,
whenever possible. In the event replacement is necessary, the new material
should match the material being replaced in composition, design, color, texture,
and other visual qualities. Repair or replacement of missing architectural features
should be based on accurate duplications of features, substantiated by historic,
physical, or pictorial evidence rather than on conjectural designs or the
availability of different architectural elements from the other buildings or
structures.
7.The surface cleaning of structures shall be undertaken with the gentlest means
possible. Sandblasting and other cleaning methods that will damage the historic
building materials shall not be undertaken.
8.Every reasonable effort shall be made to protect and reserve archaeological
resources affected by, or adjacent to any project.
9.Contemporary design for alterations and additions to existing properties shall not
be discouraged when such alterations and additions do not destroy significant
historical, architectural or cultural material, an such design is compatible with
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size, scale, color, material and character of the property, neighborhood, or
environment.
10. Wherever possible, new additions or alterations to structures shall be done in such
a manner that if such additions or alterations need to be removed in the future, the
essential form and integrity of the structure would be unimpaired.
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P L A N N I N G AND B U I L D I N G A G E N C Y
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RESOLUTION NO. 2018-xx
A RESOLUTION OF THE HISTORIC RESOURCES
COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA APPROVING
HISTORIC RESOURCES COMMISSION APPLICATION
NO. 2017-15 TO PLACE THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT
2011 NORTH ROSS STREET, SANTA ANA, ON THE
HISTORICAL REGISTER AND APPROVING HISTORIC
REGISTER CATEGORIZATION NO. 2017-14 PLACING
SAID PROPERTY WITHIN THE CONTRIBUTIVE
CATEGORY
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HISTORIC RESOURCES COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF SANTA ANA AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. The Historic Resources Commission of the City of Santa Ana
hereby finds, determines and declares as follows:
A. On October 4, 2018, the Historic Resources Commission held a duly
noticed public hearing for the placement on the Santa Ana Register of
Historical Properties (Historic Resources Commission Application No.
2017-15) and categorization (Historic Resources Commission
Categorization No. 2017-14) of the Dixon-Morris House located at 2011
North Ross Street, Santa Ana.
B. The Dixon-Morris House has distinctive architectural features of the
Spanish Colonial Revival style, and was built in 1927 by W.H. Dixon.
C. This home qualifies for listing on the Santa Ana Register of Historical
Properties and is eligible for categorization as “Contributive” because it
“contributes to the overall character and history” of the Floral Park
neighborhood, and, as an intact example of the Spanish Colonial Revival
style in the Floral Park neighborhood, “is a good example of period
architecture.” Character-defining features of the Dixon-Morris House that
should be preserved include, but may not be limited to: materials and
finishes; roof configuration (cross-gable and low parapet wall); materials
and treatments (ridged terra cotta tiles, tiled bargeboards); massing and
composition; porch topped by a tiled pyramidal roof; fenestration; and
architectural detailing.
D. The legal owners of the property are Richard A. and Dianne M. Weie.
E. The legal description for the subject property is attached hereto as Exhibit
A and incorporated by this reference as though fully set forth herein.
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F. The subject property meets the minimal standards for placement on the
City of Santa Ana Register of Historic Properties pursuant to Section 30-2
of the Santa Ana Municipal Code.
G. The subject property meets the minimal standards for placement in the
Contributive category pursuant to Section 30-2.2(3) of the Santa Ana
Municipal Code.
Section 2. 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. ER-2017-134 will be filed for this project.
Section 3. The Historic Resources Commission of the City of Santa Ana after
conducting the public hearing hereby approves:
A. Historic Resources Commission Application No. 2017-15 to place the
Dixon-Morris House located at 2011 North Ross Street, Santa Ana, 92706
on the historical register, and
B. Historic Register Categorization No. 2017-14 placing the Dixon-Morris
House located at 2011 North Ross Street, Santa Ana, 92706 within the
Contributive category.
These decisions are based upon the evidence submitted at the above said
hearing, which includes, but is not limited to: the Staff Report and exhibits attached
thereto; the report entitled "Historical Property Description” and the public testimony, all of
which are incorporated herein by this reference.
Section 4. For the subject property, a report entitled "Historical Property
Description" is on file with the Planning Division, and is hereby approved and adopted, and
together with the staff report and this resolution, justify the findings for placement on the
City of Santa Ana Register of Historical Properties into a category. The Historic Resources
Commission Secretary is authorized and directed to include this resolution in the City of
Santa Ana Register of Historical Properties.
Section 5. The Historic Resources Commission Secretary is hereby directed to
file a certified copy of this Resolution with the County Recorder’s Office after the adoption
of this Resolution pursuant to Public Resources Code Section 5029.
ADOPTED this 4th day of October, 2018.
__________________________
Alberta Christy, Chairperson
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APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Sonia R. Carvalho, City Attorney
By:________________________
Lisa Storck
Assistant City Attorney
AYES: Commission members____________________________________
NOES: Commission members___________________________________
ABSTAIN: Commission members___________________________________
NOT PRESENT: Commission members___________________________________
CERTIFICATE OF ATTESTATION AND ORIGINALITY
I, SARAH BERNAL, Commission Secretary, do hereby attest to and certify the attached
Resolution No. 2018-xx to be the original resolution adopted by Historic Resources
Commission of the City of Santa Ana on October 4, 2018.
Date: ________________ ____________________________________
Commission Secretary
City of Santa Ana
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EXHIBIT A
LEGAL DESCRIPTION
APN Address Legal Description Owner Names
002-101-11 2011 North Ross Street PARCEL ONE:
LOT 14 OF TRACT NO. 788,
IN THE CITY OF SANTA ANA,
COUNTY OF ORANGE,
STATE OF CALIFORNIA, AS
SHOWN ON A MAP THEREOF
RECORDED IN BOOK 23,
PAGE 49 OF
MISCELLANEOUS MAPS, IN
THE OFFICE OF THE
COUNTY RECORDER OF
SAID COUNTY CALIFORNIA.
PARCEL TWO:
THAT PORTION OF THE
LAND ALLOTTED TO
WILLIAM FERGUSON IN
DECREE OF PARTITION OF
THE RANCHO SANTIAGO DE
SANTA ANA, RECORDED IN
BOOK “B” OF JUDGEMENTS
OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL
DISTRICT COURT OF
CALIFORNIA, IN THE CITY OF
SANTA ANA, COUNTY OF
ORANGE, STATE OF
CALIFORNIA, BOUNDED AS
FOLLOWS:
ON THE WEST BY THE
EASTERLY LINE OF LOT 14
OF TRACT NO. 788, AS PER
MAP RECORDED IN BOOK
23, PAGE 49 OF
MISCELLANEOUS MAPS, IN
THE OFFICE OF THE
COUNTY RECORDER OF
Richard A. and
Dianne M. W eie
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SAID COUNTY.
ON THE NORTH BY THE
EASTERLY PROLONGATION
OF THE NORTHERLY LINE
OF SAID LOT 14;
ON THE EAST BY THE
WESTERLY LINE OF THE
LAND DESGNATED AS
“JACOB FISHER” AS PER
MAP SHOWING OCNDITIONS
AND APPEARANCE OF
ORANGE GROVE TRACT
WEST OF WEST ST. AND
BLOCK “B” OF COLE TRACT
RECORDED IN BOOK 2,
PAGE 9 OF MISCELLANEOUS
MAPS, IN THE OFFICE OF
THE COUNTY RECORDER
OF SAID COUNTY.
ON THE SOUTH BY THE
EASTERLY PROLONGATION
OF THE SOUTHERLY LINE
OF SAID LOT 14.
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FREE RECORDING PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE § 27383
RECORDING REQUESTED BY
AND WHEN RECORDED MAIL TO:
City of Santa Ana
20 Civic Center Plaza (M-30)
Santa Ana, CA 92702
Attn: Clerk of the Council
_________________________________________________________________________
HISTORIC PROPERTY PRESERVATION AGREEMENT
This Historic Property Preservation Agreement (“Agreement”) is made and entered into
by and between the City of Santa Ana, a charter city and municipal corporation duly organized
and existing under the Constitution and laws of the of the State of California (hereinafter referred
to as “City”), and Richard A. and Dianne M. Weie, (hereinafter collectively referred to as
“Owners”), owners of real property located at 2011 North Ross Street, Santa Ana, California, in
the County of Orange and listed on the Santa Ana Register of Historical Properties.
RECITALS
A. The City Council of the City of Santa Ana is authorized by California
Government Code Section 50280 et seq. (known as the “Mills Act”) to enter into
contracts with owners of qualified historical properties to provide for appropriate
use, maintenance, rehabilitation and restoration such that these historic properties
retain their historic character and integrity.
B. Owners possess fee title in and to that certain qualified real property together with
associated structures and improvements thereon, located at 2011 North Ross
Street, Santa Ana, CA, 92706 and more particularly described in Exhibit “A,”
attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference, and hereinafter referred to
as the “Historic Property”.
C. The Historic Property is officially designated on the Santa Ana Register of
Historical Properties pursuant to the requirements of Chapter 30 of the Santa Ana
Municipal Code.
D. City and Owners, for their mutual benefit, now desire to enter into this Agreement
which defines and limits the use and alteration of this Historic Property in order to
enhance and maintain its value as a cultural and historical resource for Owners
and for the community; to prevent inappropriate alterations to the Historic
Property and to ensure that repairs, additions, new building, and other changes are
appropriate; and to ensure that rehabilitation and maintenance are carried out in an
exemplary manner. EXHIBIT 2
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E. Owners and City intend to carry out the purposes of California Government Code,
Chapter 1, Part 5 of Division 1 of Title 5, Article 12, Section 50280 et seq., which
will enable the Historic Property to qualify for an assessment of valuation as a
restricted historical property pursuant to Article 1.9, Sec. 439 et seq., Chapter 3
Part 2 of Division 1 of the California Tax and Revenue Code.
NOW, THEREFORE, the City of Santa Ana and Owners agree as follows:
1. Effective Date and Term of Agreement.
This Agreement shall be effective and commence on October 17, 2018, and shall remain
in effect for a term of ten (10) years thereafter. Each year, upon the anniversary of the effective
date of this Agreement, such initial term will automatically be extended as provided in California
Government Code Sections 50280 through 50290 and in Section 2, below.
2. Renewal.
a. Each year on the anniversary of the effective date of this Agreement, a year shall
automatically be added to the initial ten (10) year term of this Agreement unless written notice of
nonrenewal is served as provided herein.
b. If Owners or City desire(s) in any year not to renew the Agreement, Owners or
City shall serve written notice of nonrenewal of the Agreement on the other party. Unless such
notice is served by Owners to City at least ninety (90) days prior to the annual renewal date, or
served by City to Owners at least sixty (60) days prior to the annual renewal date, one (1) year
shall automatically be added to the term of the Agreement as provided herein.
c. Within 30 days from receipt of City’s notice of nonrenewal, Owners may file a
written protest of City’s decision of nonrenewal. City may, at any time prior to the annual
renewal date of the Agreement, withdraw its notice to Owners of nonrenewal.
d. If either Owners or City serves notice to the other of nonrenewal in any year, the
Agreement shall remain in effect for the balance of the term then remaining, either from its
original execution or from the last renewal of the Agreement, whichever may apply.
3. Standards and Conditions for Historic Property.
During the term of this Agreement, the Historic Property shall be subject to the following
conditions, requirements and restrictions:
a. Owners shall maintain the Historic Property in a good state of repair and shall
preserve, maintain, and, where necessary, restore or rehabilitate the property and its character-
defining features described in the “Historical Property Description” attached hereto, marked as
Exhibit B, notably the general architectural form, style, materials, design, scale, proportions,
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organization of windows, doors, and other openings, textures, details, mass, roof line, porch and
other aspects of the appearance of the exterior to the satisfaction of the City.
b. All changes to the Historic Property shall comply with applicable City plans and
regulations, and conform to the rules and regulations of the Office of Historic Preservation of the
State Department of Parks and Recreation, namely the U.S. Secretary of the Interior’s Standards
and Guidelines for Historic Preservation Projects. These guidelines are attached hereto, marked
as Exhibit C, and incorporated herein by this reference. Owners shall continually maintain the
Historic Property in the same or better condition.
c. A view corridor enabling the general public to see the Historic Property from the
public right-of-way shall be maintained, and Owners shall not be permitted to block the view
corridor to the property with any new structure, such as walls, fences or shrubbery, so as to
prevent the viewing of the historic landmark by the public.
d. The following are prohibited: demolition of the Historic Property or destruction of
character-defining features of the building or site; removal of trees and other major vegetation
unless removal is approved by a rehabilitation plan approved by the Historic Resources
Commission; paving of yard surface; exterior alterations or additions unless approved by the
Historic Resources Commission and such alterations are in keeping with the Secretary of
Interior’s Standards; deteriorating, dilapidated or unrepaired structures such as fences, roofs,
doors, walls, and windows; storage of junk, trash, debris, discarded or unused objects such as
cars, appliances, or furniture; and other unsightly by decoration, structure or vegetation which is
unsightly by reason of its height, condition, or inappropriate location.
e. Owners shall allow reasonable periodic inspection by prior appointment, as
needed or at least every five (5) years after the initial inspection, of the interior and exterior of
the Historic Property by representatives of the City of Santa Ana, the County Assessor, the State
Department of Parks and Recreation, and the State Board of Equalization, to determine the
Owners’ compliance with the terms and provisions of this Agreement.
4. Furnishing of Information.
Owners hereby agrees to furnish City with any and all information requested which may
be necessary or advisable to determine compliance with the terms and provisions of this
Agreement.
5. Cancellation.
a. City, following a duly noticed public hearing by the City Council as set forth in
Government Code Section 50280, et. seq., may cancel this Agreement if it determines that
Owners have breached any of the conditions of this Agreement, or have allowed the property to
deteriorate to the point that it no longer meets the standards for a qualified Historic Property, or
if City determines that Owners have failed to restore or rehabilitate the property in the manner
specified in Section 3 of this Agreement. If a contract is cancelled for these reasons, Owners
shall pay a cancellation fee to the County Auditor as set forth in Government Code Section
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50286. This cancellation fee shall be a percentage (currently set at twelve and one-half (12 ½)
percent by Government Code Section 50286) of the current fair market value of the property at
the time of the cancellation, as determined by the county assessor, without regard to any
restriction imposed pursuant to this Agreement.
b. If the Historic Property is destroyed by earthquake, fire, flood or other natural
disaster such that in the opinion of the City Building Official more than sixty (60) percent of the
original fabric of the structure must be replaced, this Agreement shall be canceled immediately
because, in effect, the historic value of the structure will have been destroyed. No fee shall be
imposed in the case of destruction by acts of God or natural disaster.
c. If the Historic Property is acquired by eminent domain and the City Council
determines that the acquisition frustrates the purpose of this Agreement, this Agreement shall be
cancelled and no fee imposed, as specified in Government Code Section 50288.
6. Enforcement of Agreement.
a. In lieu of and/or in addition to any provisions to cancel the Agreement as
referenced herein, City may specifically enforce, or enjoin the breach of, the terms of the
Agreement. In the event of a default, under the provisions to cancel the Agreement by Owners,
the City shall give written notice to Owners by registered or certified mail, and if such a violation
is not corrected to the reasonable satisfaction of the City Manager or designee within thirty (30)
days thereafter, or if not corrected within such a reasonable time as may be required to cure the
breach or default, or default cannot be cured within thirty (30) days (provided that acts to cure
the breach or default may be commenced within thirty (30) days and shall thereafter be diligently
pursued to completion by Owners), then City may, without further notice, declare a default
under the terms of this Agreement and may bring any action necessary to specifically enforce the
obligations of Owners growing out of the terms of this Agreement, apply to any court, state or
federal, for injunctive relief against any violation by Owners or apply for such relief as may be
appropriate.
b. City does not waive any claim of default by the Owners if City does not enforce
or cancel this Agreement. All other remedies at law or in equity which are not otherwise
provided for in this Agreement or in City’s regulations governing historic properties are
available to City to pursue in the event that there is a breach of this Agreement. No waiver by
City of any breach or default under this Agreement shall be deemed to be a waiver of any other
subsequent breach thereof or default hereunder.
7. Binding effect of Agreement.
a. Owners hereby subject the Historic Property, located at 2011 North Ross Street,
Assessor Parcel Number, 002-101-11, and more particularly described in Exhibit A, in the City
of Santa Ana, to the covenants, conditions, and restrictions as set forth in this Agreement.
b. City and Owners hereby declare their specific intent that the covenants, conditions
and restrictions as set forth herein shall be deemed covenants running with the land and shall
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pass to and be binding upon Owners’ successors and assigns in title or interest to the Historic
Property. Every contract, deed, or other instrument hereinafter executed, covering or conveying
the Historic Property or any portion thereof, shall conclusively be held to have been executed,
delivered, and accepted subject to the tenants, restrictions, and reservations expressed in this
Agreement regardless of whether such covenants, restrictions and reservations are set forth in
such contract, deed, or other instrument.
8. No Compensation.
Owners shall not receive any payment from City in consideration of the obligation
imposed under this Agreement, it being recognized that the consideration for the execution of
this Agreement is the substantial public benefit to be derived therefrom and the advantage that
will accrue to Owners as a result of the effect upon the assessed value of the Property on the
account of the restrictions on the use and preservation of the Property.
9. Notice.
Any notice required by the terms of this Agreement shall be sent to the address of the
respective parties as specified below or at other addresses that may be later specified by the
parties hereto.
City: City of Santa Ana
20 Civic Center Plaza (M-30)
Santa Ana, CA 92702
Attn: Clerk of the Council
Owners: Richard A. and Dianne M. Weie
2011 North Ross Street
Santa Ana, CA 92706
10. General Provisions.
a. None of the terms, provisions, or conditions of this Agreement shall be deemed
to create a partnership between the parties hereto and any of their heirs, successors, or assigns,
nor shall such terms, provisions or conditions cause them to be considered joint ventures or
members of any joint enterprise.
b. Owners agree to and shall indemnify and hold City and its elected and
appointed officials, officers, agents, and employees harmless from liability for damage or claims
for damage for personal injuries, including death, and claims for property damage which may
arise from the direct or indirect use or operations of Owners or those of his or her contractor,
subcontractor, agent, employee, or other person acting on his or her behalf which relates to the
use, operation and maintenance of the Historic Property. Owners hereby agree to and shall
defend City and its elected and appointed officials, officers, agents, and employees with respect
to any and all actions for damages caused by, or alleged to have been caused by, reason of
Owners’ activities in connection with the Historic Property.
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c. This hold harmless provision applies to all damages and claims for damages
suffered, or alleged to have been suffered, and costs of defense incurred, by reason of the
operations referred to in this Agreement regardless of whether or not City prepared, supplied, or
approved the plans, specifications or other documents for the Historic Property.
d. All of the agreements, rights, covenants, reservations, and restrictions contained
in this Agreement shall be binding upon and shall inure to the benefit of the parties herein, their
heirs, successors, legal representatives, assigns, and all persons acquiring any part or portion of
the Historic Property, whether by operation of law on in any manner whatsoever.
e. In the event legal proceedings are brought by any party or parties to enforce or
restrain a violation of any of the covenants, reservations, or restrictions contained herein, or to
determine the rights and duties of any party hereunder, the prevailing party in such proceeding
may recover all reasonable attorney’s fees to be fixed by the court, in addition to court costs and
other relief ordered by the court.
f. In the event that any of the provisions of this Agreement are held to be
unenforceable or invalid by any court of competent jurisdiction, or by subsequent preemptive
legislation, the validity and enforceability of the remaining provisions, or portions thereof, shall
not be effected thereby.
g. This Agreement shall be construed and governed in accordance with the laws of
the State of California, with venue in Orange County.
11. Recordation.
No later than twenty (20) days after the parties execute and enter into this Agreement, the
City shall cause this Agreement to be recorded in the office of the County Recorder of the
County of Orange.
12. Amendments.
This Agreement may be amended, in whole or in part, only by a written recorded
instrument executed by the parties hereto.
13. Effective Date
This Agreement shall be effective on the day and year set forth in section 1.
{Signature Page Follows}
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ATTEST: CITY OF SANTA ANA
________________________ _________________________
MARIA D. HUIZAR RAUL GODINEZ II
Clerk of the Council City Manager
OWNERS:
Date: ______________________ By:_________________________
RICHARD A. WEIE
Date: ______________________ By:_________________________
DIANNE M. WEIE
APPROVED AS TO FORM: RECOMMENDED FOR APPROVAL:
SONIA CARVALHO
City Attorney
By: _____________________ _____________________
LISA STORCK MINH THAI
Assistant City Attorney Executive Director
Planning and Building Agency
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EXHIBIT A
LEGAL DESCRIPTION
PARCEL ONE:
LOT 14 OF TRACT NO. 788, IN THE CITY OF SANTA ANA, COUNTY OF ORANGE,
STATE OF CALIFORNIA, AS SHOWN ON A MAP THEREOF RECORDED IN BOOK 23,
PAGE 49 OF MISCELLANEOUS MAPS, IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY RECORDER
OF SAID COUNTY CALIFORNIA.
PARCEL TWO:
THAT PORTION OF THE LAND ALLOTTED TO WILLIAM FERGUSON IN DECREE OF
PARTITION OF THE RANCHO SANTIAGO DE SANTA ANA, RECORDED IN BOOK “B”
OF JUDGEMENTS OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT OF CALIFORNIA, IN THE
CITY OF SANTA ANA, COUNTY OF ORANGE, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, BOUNDED AS
FOLLOWS:
ON THE WEST BY THE EASTERLY LINE OF LOT 14 OF TRACT NO. 788, AS PER MAP
RECORDED IN BOOK 23, PAGE 49 OF MISCELLANEOUS MAPS, IN THE OFFICE OF
THE COUNTY RECORDER OF SAID COUNTY.
ON THE NORTH BY THE EASTERLY PROLONGATION OF THE NORTHERLY LINE OF
SAID LOT 14;
ON THE EAST BY THE WESTERLY LINE OF THE LAND DESGNATED AS “JACOB
FISHER” AS PER MAP SHOWING OCNDITIONS AND APPEARANCE OF ORANGE
GROVE TRACT WEST OF WEST ST. AND BLOCK “B” OF COLE TRACT RECORDED IN
BOOK 2, PAGE 9 OF MISCELLANEOUS MAPS, IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY
RECORDER OF SAID COUNTY.
ON THE SOUTH BY THE EASTERLY PROLONGATION OF THE SOUTHERLY LINE OF
SAID LOT 14.
Assessor’s Parcel Number: 002-101-11
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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Dixon-Morris House
2011 North Ross Street
Santa Ana, CA 92706
NAME Dixon-Morris House REF. NO.
ADDRESS 2011 North Ross Street
CITY Santa Ana ZIP 92706 ORANGE COUNTY
YEAR BUILT 1927 LOCAL REGISTER CATEGORY: Contributive
HISTORIC DISTRICT N/A NEIGHBORHOOD Floral Park
CALIFORNIA REGISTER CRITERIA FOR EVALUATION 3 CALIFORNIA REGISTER STATUS CODE 5S3
Location: Not for Publication Unrestricted
Prehistoric Historic Both
ARCHITECTURAL STYLE: Spanish Colonial Revival
The Spanish Colonial Revival style, as its name implies, encompasses two major subcategories. The Spanish Colonial
Revival flourished between 1915 and 1940, reaching its apex during the 1920s and 1930s. Preceded by the Mission
Revival style, movement received widespread attention after the Panama-California Exposition in San Diego in 1915,
where lavish interpretations of Spanish prototypes were showcased. The most common features of Spanish Colonial
Revival architecture are low-pitched or flat roofs, usually with little or no overhangs clad in red tiles, asymmetrical facades,
and stucco exterior walls. Character-defining features of the style also include arches, towers, elaborated chimney tops,
balconies and patios, window grilles, wood, wrought iron, tile, or stone decorative elements.
SUMMARY/CONCLUSION:
The Dixon-Morris house qualifies for listing in the Santa Ana Register of Historical Properties under Criterion 1 for its
exemplification of the distinguishing characteristics of the Spanish Colonial Revival style. Additionally, the house has been
categorized as “Contributive” because it “contributes to the overall character and history” of the Floral Park neighborhood
and “is a good example of period architecture,” representing the Spanish Colonial Revival style in Santa Ana (Santa Ana
Municipal Code, Section 30-2.2).
EXPLANATION OF CODES:
•California Register Criteria for Evaluation: (From California Office of Historic Preservation, Technical Assistance
Series # 7, “How to Nominate Resources to the California Register of Historical Resources,” September 4, 2001.)
3: It embodies the distinctive characteristics of a type, period, region, or method of construction, or
represents the work of a master, or possesses high artistic values.
•It embodies the distinctive characteristics of a type, period, region, or method of construction, or represents the
work of a master, or possesses high artistic values.
5S3: Appears to be individually eligible for local listing or designation through survey evaluation.
EXHIBIT B1
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State of California The Resources Agency Primary #______________________________________________
DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION HRI #__________________________________________________
PRIMARY RECORD Trinomial______________________________________________
NRHP Status Code_____________________________________
Other Listings_____________________________________________________________________
Review Code________ Reviewer________________________ Date_______________
Page _1_ of _3_ Resource name(s) or number (assigned by recorder) Dixon-Morris House
P1. Other Identifier:
*P2. Location: Not for Publication Unrestricted *a. County Orange County
*b. USGS 7.5’ Quad TCA 1725 Date: March 3, 2015
*c. Address 2011 North Ross Street City Santa Ana Zip 92706
*e. Other Locational Data: Assessor’s Parcel Number 002-101-11
*P3a. Description: (Describe resource and its major elements. Include design, materials, condition, alterations, size, setting, and boundaries)
Located on the east side of North Ross Street, this one-story, single-family residence exhibits a builder’s quirky interpretation
of the Spanish Colonial Revival style. The building is asymmetrical in plan. The front portion of the roof along the primary
elevation is cross-gabled and is clad in ridged terra cotta tiles of orange and black, while the middle to back portion of the
roof, including that of the back additions, is flat and hidden by a low parapet wall. Tiled bargeboards, ornamented with leaf-
edged circular tiles embossed with crosses in the center and with scrolls on the sides, accent the gable ends. Metal flashing
has been substituted for the original coping of the parapets, which presumably was also tile. Non-original smooth stucco
covers the exterior walls, including a chimney attached to the north elevation. Centered on the façade (west elevation), the
main entry is located within a square, projecting porch topped by a tiled pyramidal roof and accessed via an archway. The
walls of the porch are slightly undulating and battered, echoing the north and south ends of the façade. A low wall, topped
with brick, encloses a patio south of the entry. North of the entry, a large tripartite window is spanned by a flattened arch
transom window featuring a radiating pattern of muntins. Other details of the design include a small arched niche above a
corbel that accents the porch wall below the roof and an arched vent in the front gable face.
(See Continuation Sheet 3 of 3.)
*P3b. Resource Attributes: (list attributes and codes) Single-family Property
*P4. Resources Present: Building Structure Object Site District Element of District Other
P5b. Photo: (view and date)
West elevation, view east
August 2017
*P6. Date Constructed/Age and
Sources: historic
1927/City of Santa Ana Building
Permit
*P7. Owner and Address:
Richard A. and Dianne M. Weie
2011 North Ross Street
Santa Ana, CA 92706
*P8. Recorded by:
Pedro Gomez, City of Santa Ana
20 Civic Center Plaza M-20
Santa Ana, CA 92702
*P9. Date Recorded:
October 4, 2018
*P10. Survey Type:
Intensive Survey Update
*P11. Report Citation: (Cite survey
report and other sources, or enter “none”)
None
*Attachments: None Location Map Sketch Map Continuation Sheet Building, Structure, and Object Record
Archaeological Record District Record Linear Feature Record Milling Station Record Rock Art Record
Artifact Record Photograph Record Other (list)
DPR 523A (1/95) *Required information
P5a. Photo
EXHIBIT B21-19
State of California The Resources Agency Primary #__________________________________________
DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION HRI#______________________________________________
BUILDING, STRUCTURE, AND OBJECT RECORD
Page 2 of 3 *NRHP Status Code_5S3___________________
*Resource Name or #: Dixon-Morris House
B1. Historic Name: Dixon-Morris House B2. Common Name: None
B3. Original Use: Single-family Residence B4. Present Use: Single-family Residence
*B5. Architectural Style: Spanish Colonial Revival
*B6. Construction History: (Construction date, alterations, and date of alterations): Constructed 1927.
April 30, 1935. Alterations, $125.
August 5, 1949. Reroof, $99.
October 6, 1960. Addition to residence (sewing room), $1,000.
May 9, 1985. Add kitchen, garage.
November 22, 1985. Re-stucco.
June 3, 1988. Block wall.
*B7. Moved? No Yes Unknown Date: Original Location:
*B8. Related Features: None.
B9a. Architect: Unknown b. Builder: W. H. Dixon
*B10. Significance: Theme Residential Architecture Area Santa Ana
Period of Significance: 1927 Property Type: Single-Family Residence Applicable Criteria: C/3
(Discuss importance in terms of historical or architectural context as defined by theme, period, and geographic scope. Also address integrity)
The house is one of a pair originally constructed in 1927 by W. H. Dixon. Dixon was the owner listed on the original building
permit, which valued the house and garage at $6,000. Dixon, who advertised himself as a contractor, builder, and proprietor
of Dixon’s Durable Dwellings, proudly claimed that the two homes, 2011 North Ross and 1019 North Flower, “aren’t bargain
houses!” in the September 22, 1927 Santa Ana Register. Dixon went on to proudly proclaim: “Clean, clear-cut, honest
workmanship and materials were imperatively necessary; every sub-contractor knew he was selected because he could be
relied on to do a quality job at a fair price and profit and not because he was the cheapest man.”
The first known resident of the property was Wilson J. Morris, who was retired, but had previously worked in real estate.
Morris owned and occupied the house with his wife, step-daughter, and brothers-in-law, according to the 1930 federal
census. City directories indicate that Morris remained at the property until at least 1939. The next known resident was
Frederick H. Zaiser, who was retired, and who lived in the building from at least 1947 through at least 1954. The 1962 City
directories provided the name of the next known resident: Harold W. Jenkins, a foreman at Dimension Mill. Jenkins had
added a sewing room to the house in 1960, according to the building permit records. The last known resident was John
Preston, who was listed in the 1980 city directory as the occupant of 2011 North Ross Street.
B11. Additional Resource Attributes: (List attributes and codes)
*B12. References:
City of Santa Ana Building Permits
Santa Ana History Room Collection, Santa Ana Public Library
Sanborn Maps
(See Continuation Sheet 3 of 4.)
B13. Remarks:
*B14. Evaluator: Olivia White/Chattel, Inc.
*Date of Evaluation: October 4, 2018
DPR 523B (1/95) *Required information
Sketch Map
(This space reserved for official comments.)
Dixon-Morris House
2011 North Ross Street
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*P3a. Description (continued):
Two additions to the house have been constructed. In 1985, the formerly detached garage was expanded and attached to the
house. A second addition, also from 1985, is located on the east elevation and is not visible from the public right-of-way. A
more recent addition is a walled, paved courtyard that occupies the former front lawn and curved cement entry path. Newer
landscaping accents the courtyard and sidewalk and a simple poured concrete driveway split down the middle leads to the
garage on the south elevation. In regards to modifications, the occasional use of smooth stucco has been previously seen on
Spanish Colonial Revival style residences. In addition, the stucco does not detract from the property as it retains a majority of
the character-defining features that embody the massing, materials, and detailing of the Spanish Colonial Revival style. Other
than the noted changes, the house appears intact and is in good condition.
*B10. Significance (continued):
Santa Ana was founded by William Spurgeon in 1869 as a speculative town site on part of the Spanish land grant known as
Rancho Santiago de Santa Ana. The civic and commercial core of the community was centered around the intersection of
Main and Fourth Streets. Stimulated by the arrival of the Santa Fe Railroad and incorporation as a city in 1886, and selection
as the seat of the newly created County of Orange in 1889, the city grew outwards, with residential neighborhoods
developing to the north, south, and east of the city center. Agricultural uses predominated in the outlying areas, with
cultivated fields and orchards dotted with widely scattered farmhouses.
The Dixon-Morris House is located in Floral Park, a neighborhood northwest of downtown Santa Ana bounded by West
Seventeenth Street, North Flower Street, Riverside Drive, and Broadway. Groves of oranges, avocados, and walnuts and
widely scattered ranch houses characterized this area before 1920. Developer and builder Allison Honer (1897-1981),
credited as the subdivider and builder of a major portion of northwest Santa Ana, arrived in Santa Ana from Beaver Falls,
New York in 1922 (Talbert, pages 353-356). “Before nightfall on the day of his arrival, Mr. Honer purchased a parcel of land.
And that month, he began building custom homes in Santa Ana” (Orange County Register, September 15, 1981). The parcel
chosen became the Floral Park subdivision between Seventeenth Street and Santiago Creek. “When built in the 1920s, the
Floral Park homes were the most lavish and expensive in the area. They sold for about $45,000 each” (Orange County
Register, September 15, 1981). Revival architecture in a wide variety of romantic styles was celebrated in the 1920s and
1930s and Floral Park showcased examples of the English Tudor, French Norman, Spanish Colonial, and Colonial Revival.
In the late 1920s and 1930s, another builder, Roy Roscoe Russell (1881-1965), continued developing the groves of Floral
Park. An early Russell project was his 1928 subdivision of Victoria Drive between West Nineteenth Street and West Santa
Clara Avenue. The homes were quite grand and displayed various revival styles, including Russell’s own large, Colonial
Revival mansion at 2009 Victoria Drive. In the early post World War II years, Floral Park continued its development as
numerous, smaller, single-family houses were built. Continuing in the Floral Park tradition, they were mostly revival in style. In
the 1950s, low, horizontal Ranch Style houses completed the growth of Floral Park. Today (2018) Floral Park maintains its
identity as the premier neighborhood of Santa Ana, which has historically been home to many affluent and prominent citizens.
The Dixon-Morris House qualifies for listing in the Santa Ana Register of Historical Properties under Criterion 1 for its
representation of the distinguishing characteristics of the Spanish Colonial Revival style. Additionally, the house has been
categorized as “Contributive” because it “contributes to the overall character and history” of the Floral Park neighborhood and
“is a good example of period architecture,” representing the Spanish Colonial Revival style in Santa Ana. Character-defining
features of the Dixon-Morris House that should be preserved include, but may not be limited to: materials and finishes; roof
configuration (cross-gable and low parapet wall); materials and treatments (ridged terra cotta tiles, tiled bargeboards);
massing and composition; porch topped by a tiled pyramidal roof; fenestration; and architectural detailing.
*B12. References (continued):
Marsh, Diann. Santa Ana, An Illustrated History. Encinitas, Heritage Publishing, 1994.
McAlester, Virginia and Lee. A Field Guide to American Houses. New York: Alfred A. Knopf, 1984.
National Register Bulletin 16A. “How to Complete the National Register Registration Form.” Washington DC: National
Register Branch, National Park Service, US Dept. of the Interior, 1991.
Office of Historic Preservation. “Instructions for Recording Historical Resources.” Sacramento: March 1995.
Whiffen, Marcus. American Architecture Since 1780. Cambridge: MIT Press, 1969.
Orange County Plat Maps, 1912.
Historic Maps, Santa Ana History Room, 1923, 1932, 1955.
Santa Ana and Orange County Directories, 1926-1961.
Santa Ana History Room Collection, Santa Ana Public Library.
Classified Advertisement, Santa Ana Register, September 22, 1927.
Ancestry.com (federal census, city directories). 1-21
Exhibit C
Exterior work shall be reviewed by the Historic Resources Commission and subject to the U.S.
Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for Rehabilitation of Historic Buildings, as follows:
1.Every reasonable effort shall be made to provide a compatible use for a property
which requires minimal alteration of the building, structure, or site and its
environment, or to use a property for its originally intended purpose.
2.The distinguishing original qualities or character of a building, structure or site
and its environment shall not be destroyed. The removal or alteration of any
historic material or distinctive architectural features should be avoided when
possible.
3.All buildings, structures, and sites shall be recognized as products of their own
time. Alterations that have no historical basis and which seek to create an earlier
appearance shall be discouraged.
4.Changes which may have taken place in the course of time are evidence of the
history and development of a building, structure, or site and its environment.
These changes may have acquired significance in their own right, and this
significance shall be recognized and respected.
5.Distinctive stylistic features or examples of skilled craftsmanship which
characterize a building, structure, or site shall be treated with sensitivity.
6.Deteriorated architectural features shall be repaired rather than replaced,
whenever possible. In the event replacement is necessary, the new material
should match the material being replaced in composition, design, color, texture,
and other visual qualities. Repair or replacement of missing architectural features
should be based on accurate duplications of features, substantiated by historic,
physical, or pictorial evidence rather than on conjectural designs or the
availability of different architectural elements from the other buildings or
structures.
7.The surface cleaning of structures shall be undertaken with the gentlest means
possible. Sandblasting and other cleaning methods that will damage the historic
building materials shall not be undertaken.
8.Every reasonable effort shall be made to protect and reserve archaeological
resources affected by, or adjacent to any project.
9.Contemporary design for alterations and additions to existing properties shall not
be discouraged when such alterations and additions do not destroy significant
historical, architectural or cultural material, an such design is compatible with
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size, scale, color, material and character of the property, neighborhood, or
environment.
10. Wherever possible, new additions or alterations to structures shall be done in such
a manner that if such additions or alterations need to be removed in the future, the
essential form and integrity of the structure would be unimpaired.
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2011 NORTH ROSS STREET
DIXON-MORRIS HOUSE
P L A N N I N G AND B U I L D I N G A G E N C Y
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RESOLUTION NO. 2018-xx
A RESOLUTION OF THE HISTORIC RESOURCES
COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA APPROVING
HISTORIC RESOURCES COMMISSION APPLICATION
NO. 2017-46 TO PLACE THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT
2108 NORTH HELIOTROPE DRIVE, SANTA ANA, ON THE
HISTORICAL REGISTER AND APPROVING HISTORIC
REGISTER CATEGORIZATION NO. 2017-45 PLACING
SAID PROPERTY WITHIN THE CONTRIBUTIVE
CATEGORY
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HISTORIC RESOURCES COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF SANTA ANA AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. The Historic Resources Commission of the City of Santa Ana
hereby finds, determines and declares as follows:
A. On October 4, 2018, the Historic Resources Commission held a duly
noticed public hearing for the placement on the Santa Ana Register of
Historical Properties (Historic Resources Commission Application No.
2017-46) and categorization (Historic Resources Commission
Categorization No. 2017-45) of the Martien House located at 2108 North
Heliotrope Drive, Santa Ana.
B. The Martien House has distinctive architectural features of the Colonial
Revival style, and was built in 1947 by Allison Honer.
C. This home qualifies for listing on the Santa Ana Register of Historical
Properties and is eligible for categorization as “Contributive”. The Martien
House qualifies for listing in the Santa Ana Register of Historical
Properties under Criterion 1, for its exemplification of the distinguishing
characteristics of the Colonial Revival style. Additionally, the house has
been categorized as “Contributive” because it “contributes to the overall
character and history” of the Floral Park neighborhood and “is a good
example of period architecture,” representing the Colonial Revival style in
Santa Ana. Character-defining features of the Martien House that should
be preserved include, but may not be limited to: materials and finishes
(horizontal wood siding); roof configuration, materials, and treatment
(wood shake shingles and brick chimney); massing and composition;
fenestration (multi-light single hung windows); and architectural detailing
(dormers, wood shutters, sidelights).
D. The legal owners of the property are Thomas I. and Monica R. Browning.
EXHIBIT 1
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E. The legal description for the subject property is attached hereto as Exhibit
A and incorporated by this reference as though fully set forth herein.
F. The subject property meets the minimal standards for placement on the
City of Santa Ana Register of Historic Properties pursuant to Section 30-2
of the Santa Ana Municipal Code.
G. The subject property meets the minimal standards for placement in the
Contributive category pursuant to Section 30-2.2(3) of the Santa Ana
Municipal Code.
Section 2. 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. ER-2018-33 will be filed for this project.
Section 3. The Historic Resources Commission of the City of Santa Ana after
conducting the public hearing hereby approves:
A. Historic Resources Commission Application No. 2017-46 to place the
Martien House located at 2108 North Heliotrope Drive, Santa Ana, 92706
on the historical register, and
B. Historic Register Categorization No. 2017-45 placing the Martien House
located at 2108 North Heliotrope Drive, Santa Ana, 92706 within the
Contributive category.
These decisions are based upon the evidence submitted at the above said
hearing, which includes, but is not limited to: the Staff Report and exhibits attached
thereto; the report entitled "Historical Property Description” and the public testimony, all of
which are incorporated herein by this reference.
Section 4. For the subject property, a report entitled "Historical Property
Description" is on file with the Planning Division, and is hereby approved and adopted, and
together with the staff report and this resolution, justify the findings for placement on the
City of Santa Ana Register of Historical Properties into a category. The Historic Resources
Commission Secretary is authorized and directed to include this resolution in the City of
Santa Ana Register of Historical Properties.
Section 5. The Historic Resources Commission Secretary is hereby directed to
file a certified copy of this Resolution with the County Recorder’s Office after the adoption
of this Resolution pursuant to Public Resources Code Section 5029.
ADOPTED this 4th day of October, 2018.
__________________________
Alberta Christy, Chairperson
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APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Sonia R. Carvalho, City Attorney
By:________________________
Lisa Storck
Assistant City Attorney
AYES: Commission members____________________________________
NOES: Commission members___________________________________
ABSTAIN: Commission members___________________________________
NOT PRESENT: Commission members___________________________________
CERTIFICATE OF ATTESTATION AND ORIGINALITY
I, SARAH BERNAL, Commission Secretary, do hereby attest to and certify the attached
Resolution No. 2018-xx to be the original resolution adopted by Historic Resources
Commission of the City of Santa Ana on August 2, 2018.
Date: ________________ ____________________________________
Commission Secretary
City of Santa Ana
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EXHIBIT A
LEGAL DESCRIPTION
APN Address Legal Description Owner Names
002-082-02 2108 North Heliotrope
Drive
THE SOUTH 15.57 FEET OF
LOT 28, ALL OF LOT 27 AND
THE NORTH 19.43 FEET OF
LOT 26, IN BLOCK "A" OF
TRACT NO. 103,5, IN THE
CITY OF SANTA ANA,
COUNTY OF ORANGE,
STATE OF CALIFORNIA, AS
SHOWN ON A MAP
RECORDED IN BOOK 33,
PAGE 46 OF
MISCELLANEOUS MAPS,
RECORDS OF ORANGE
COUNTY, CALIFORNIA
Thomas I. and
Monica R.
Browning
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FREE RECORDING PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE § 27383
RECORDING REQUESTED BY
AND WHEN RECORDED MAIL TO:
City of Santa Ana
20 Civic Center Plaza (M-30)
Santa Ana, CA 92702
Attn: Clerk of the Council
_____________________________________________________________________
HISTORIC PROPERTY PRESERVATION AGREEMENT
This Historic Property Preservation Agreement (“Agreement”) is made and entered into by and
between the City of Santa Ana, a charter city and municipal corporation duly organized and
existing under the Constitution and laws of the of the State of California (hereinafter referred to
as “City”), Thomas I. and Monica R. Browning, (hereinafter referred to as “Owners”), owners
of real property located at 2108 North Heliotrope Drive, Santa Ana, California, in the County
of Orange and listed on the Santa Ana Register of Historical Properties.
RECITALS
A. The City Council of the City of Santa Ana is authorized by California
Government Code Section 50280 et seq. (known as the “Mills Act”) to enter into
contracts with Owner of qualified historical properties to provide for appropriate
use, maintenance, rehabilitation and restoration such that these historic properties
retain their historic character and integrity.
B. The Owner possess fee title in and to that certain qualified real property together
with associated structures and improvements thereon, located at 2108 North
Heliotrope Drive, Santa Ana, CA, 92706 and more particularly described in
Exhibit “A,” attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference, and hereinafter
referred to as the “Historic Property”.
C. The Historic Property is officially designated on the Santa Ana Register of
Historical Properties pursuant to the requirements of Chapter 30 of the Santa Ana
Municipal Code.
D. The City and the property Owners, for their mutual benefit, now desire to enter
into this Agreement which defines and limits the use and alteration of this
Historic Property in order to enhance and maintain its value as a cultural and
historical resource for the Owner and for the community; to prevent inappropriate
alterations to the Historic Property and to ensure that repairs, additions, new
building, and other changes are appropriate; and to ensure that rehabilitation and
maintenance are carried out in an exemplary manner.
EXHIBIT 2
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E. The Owners and the City intend to carry out the purposes of California
Government Code, Chapter 1, Part 5 of Division 1 of Title 5, Article 12, Section
50280 et seq., which will enable the Historic Property to qualify for an assessment
of valuation as a restricted historical property pursuant to Article 1.9, Sec. 439 et
seq., Chapter 3 Part 2 of Division 1 of the California Tax and Revenue Code.
NOW, THEREFORE, the City of Santa Ana and the Owners of the Historic Property
agree as follows:
1. Effective Date and Term of Agreement.
This Agreement shall be effective and commence on October 17, 2018, and shall remain
in effect for a term of ten (10) years thereafter. Each year, upon the anniversary of the effective
date of this Agreement, such initial term will automatically be extended as provided in California
Government Code Sections 50280 through 50290 and in Section 2, below.
2. Renewal.
a. Each year on the anniversary of the effective date of this Agreement, a year shall
automatically be added to the initial ten (10) year term of this Agreement unless written notice of
nonrenewal is served as provided herein.
b. If the Owners or the City desire(s) in any year not to renew the Agreement, the
Owner or City shall serve written notice of nonrenewal of the Agreement on the other party.
Unless such notice is served by the Owner to the City at least ninety (90) days prior to the annual
renewal date, or served by the City to the Owner at least sixty (60) days prior to the annual
renewal date, one (1) year shall automatically be added to the term of the Agreement as provided
herein.
c. Within 30 days from receipt of City’s notice of nonrenewal, the Owners may file
a written protest of City’s decision of nonrenewal. The City may, at any time prior to the annual
renewal date of the Agreement, withdraw its notice to the Owners of nonrenewal.
d. If either the Owners or the City serves notice to the other of nonrenewal in any
year, the Agreement shall remain in effect for the balance of the term then remaining, either from
its original execution or from the last renewal of the Agreement, whichever may apply.
3. Standards and Conditions for Historic Property.
During the term of this Agreement, the Historic Property shall be subject to the following
conditions, requirements and restrictions:
a. Owners shall maintain the Historic Property in a good state of repair and shall
preserve, maintain, and, where necessary, restore or rehabilitate the property and its character-
defining features described in the “Department of Parks and Recreation Primary Record”
attached hereto, marked as Exhibit B, notably the general architectural form, style, materials,
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design, scale, proportions, organization of windows, doors, and other openings, textures, details,
mass, roof line, porch and other aspects of the appearance of the exterior to the satisfaction of the
City.
b. All changes to the Historic Property shall comply with applicable City plans and
regulations, and conform to the rules and regulations of the Office of Historic Preservation of the
State of Department of Parks and Recreation, namely the U.S. Secretary of the Interior’s
Standards and Guidelines for Historic Preservation Projects. These guidelines are attached
hereto, marked as Exhibit C, and incorporated herein by this reference. Owners shall continually
maintain the Historic Property in the same or better condition.
c. A view corridor enabling the general public to see the Historic Property from the
public right-of-way shall be maintained, and Owners shall not be permitted to block the view
corridor to the property with any new structure, such as walls, fences or shrubbery, so as to
prevent the viewing of the historic landmark by the public.
d. The following are prohibited: demolition of the Historic Property or destruction
of character-defining features of the building or site; removal of trees and other major vegetation
unless removal is approved by a rehabilitation plan approved by the Historic Resources
Commission; paving of yard surface; exterior alterations or additions unless approved by the
Historic Resources Commission and such alterations are in keeping with the Secretary of
Interior’s Standards; deteriorating, dilapidated or unrepaired structures such as fences, roofs,
doors, walls, and windows; storage of junk, trash, debris, discarded or unused objects such as
cars, appliances, or furniture; and other unsightly by decoration, structure or vegetation which is
unsightly by reason of its height, condition, or inappropriate location.
e. Owners shall allow reasonable periodic inspection by prior appointment, as
needed or at least every five (5) years after the initial inspection, of the interior and exterior of
the Historic Property by representatives of the City of Santa Ana, the County Assessor, the State
Department of Parks and Recreation, and the State Board of Equalization, to determine the
Owners’ compliance with the terms and provisions of this Agreement.
4. Furnishing of Information.
The Owners hereby agree to furnish the City with any and all information requested
which may be necessary or advisable to determine compliance with the terms and provisions of
this Agreement.
5. Cancellation.
a. The City, following a duly noticed public hearing by the City Council as set forth
in Government Code Section 50280, et. seq., may cancel this Agreement if it determines that the
Owners have breached any of the conditions of this Agreement, or have allowed the property to
deteriorate to the point that it no longer meets the standards for a qualified Historic Property, or
if the City determines that the Owners have failed to restore or rehabilitate the property in the
manner specified in Section 3 of this Agreement. If a contract is cancelled for these reasons, the
Owners shall pay a cancellation fee to the County Auditor as set forth in Government Code
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Section 50286. This cancellation fee shall be a percentage (currently set at twelve and one-half
(12 ½) percent by Government Code Section 50286) of the current fair market value of the
property at the time of the cancellation, as determined by the county assessor, without regard to
any restriction imposed pursuant to this Agreement.
b. If the Historic Property is destroyed by earthquake, fire, flood or other natural
disaster such that in the opinion of the City Building Official more than sixty (60) percent of the
original fabric of the structure must be replaced, this Agreement shall be canceled immediately
because, in effect, the historic value of the structure will have been destroyed. No fee shall be
imposed in the case of destruction by acts of God or natural disaster.
c. If the Historic Property is acquired by eminent domain and the City Council
determines that the acquisition frustrates the purpose of this Agreement, this Agreement shall be
cancelled and no fee imposed, as specified in Government Code Section 50288.
6. Enforcement of Agreement.
a. In lieu of and/or in addition to any provisions to cancel the Agreement as
referenced herein, the City may specifically enforce, or enjoin the breach of, the terms of the
Agreement. In the event of a default, under the provisions to cancel the Agreement by the
Owners, the City shall give written notice to the Owners by registered or certified mail, and if
such a violation is not corrected to the reasonable satisfaction of the City Manager or designee
within thirty (30) days thereafter, or if not corrected within such a reasonable time as may be
required to cure the breach or default, or default cannot be cured within thirty (30) days
(provided that acts to cure the breach or default may be commenced within thirty (30) days and
shall thereafter be diligently pursued to completion by the Owners), then the City may, without
further notice, declare a default under the terms of this Agreement and may bring any action
necessary to specifically enforce the obligations of the Owners growing out of the terms of this
Agreement, apply to any court, state or federal, for injunctive relief against any violation by the
Owner or apply for such relief as may be appropriate.
b. The City does not waive any claim of default by the Owners if the City does not
enforce or cancel this Agreement. All other remedies at law or in equity which are not otherwise
provided for in this Agreement or in the City’s regulations governing historic properties are
available to the City to pursue in the event that there is a breach of this Agreement. No waiver by
the City of any breach or default under this Agreement shall be deemed to be a waiver of any
other subsequent breach thereof or default hereunder.
7. Binding effect of Agreement.
a. The Owners hereby subject the Historic Property, located at 2108 North
Heliotrope Drive, Assessor Parcel Number, 002-082-02, and more particularly described in
Exhibit A, in the City of Santa Ana, to the covenants reservations, and restrictions as set forth in
this Agreement.
b. The City and Owners hereby declare their specific intent that the covenants,
conditions and restrictions as set forth herein shall be deemed covenants running with the land
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and shall pass to and be binding upon the Owners’ successors and assigns in title or interest to
the Historic Property. Every contract, deed, or other instrument hereinafter executed, covering
or conveying the Historic Property or any portion thereof, shall conclusively be held to have
been executed, delivered, and accepted subject to the tenants, restrictions, and reservations
expressed in this Agreement regardless of whether such covenants, restrictions and conditions
are set forth in such contract, deed, or other instrument.
8. No Compensation.
Owners shall not receive any payment from the City in consideration of the obligation
imposed under this Agreement, it being recognized that the consideration for the execution of
this Agreement is the substantial public benefit to be derived therefrom and the advantage that
will accrue to the Owners as a result of the effect upon the assessed value of the property on the
account of the restrictions on the use and preservation of the property.
9. Notice.
Any notice required by the terms of this Agreement shall be sent to the address of the
respective parties as specified below or at other addresses that may be later specified by the
parties hereto.
City: City of Santa Ana
20 Civic Center Plaza (M-30)
Santa Ana, CA 92702
Attn: Clerk of the Council
Owners: Thomas I. and Monica R. Browning
2108 North Heliotrope Drive
Santa Ana, CA 92706
10. General Provisions.
a. None of the terms, provisions, or conditions of this Agreement shall be deemed
to create a partnership between the parties hereto and any of their heirs, successors, or assigns,
nor shall such terms, provisions or conditions cause them to be considered joint ventures or
members of any joint enterprise.
b. The Owners agree to and shall indemnify and hold the City and its elected and
appointed officials, officers, agents, and employees harmless from liability for damage or claims
for damage for personal injuries, including death, and claims for property damage which may
arise from the direct or indirect use or operations of the Owner or those of his or her contractor,
subcontractor, agent, employee, or other person acting on his or her behalf which relates to the
use, operation, and maintenance of the Historic Property. The Owners hereby agree to and shall
defend the City and its elected and appointed officials, officers, agents, and employees with
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respect to any and all actions for damages caused by, or alleged to have been caused by, reason
of the Owner’s activities in connection with the Historic Property.
c. This hold harmless provision applies to all damages and claims for damages
suffered, or alleged to have been suffered, and costs of defense incurred, by reason of the
operations referred to in this Agreement regardless of whether or not the City prepared, supplied,
or approved the plans, specifications or other documents for the Historic Property.
d. All of the Agreements, rights, covenants, reservations, and restrictions
contained in this Agreement shall be binding upon and shall inure to the benefit of the parties
herein, their heirs, successors, legal representatives, assigns, and all persons acquiring any part or
portion of the Historic Property, whether by operation of law on in any manner whatsoever.
e. In the event legal proceedings are brought by any party or parties to enforce or
restrain a violation of any of the covenants, reservations, or restrictions contained herein, or to
determine the rights and duties of any party hereunder, the prevailing party in such proceeding
may recover all reasonable attorney’s fees to be fixed by the court, in addition to court costs and
other relief ordered by the court.
f. In the event that any of the provisions of this Agreement are held to be
unenforceable or invalid by any court of competent jurisdiction, or by subsequent preemptive
legislation, the validity and enforceability of the remaining provisions, or portions thereof, shall
not be effected thereby.
g. This Agreement shall be construed and governed in accordance with the laws of
the State of California.
11. Recordation.
No later than twenty (20) days after the parties execute and enter into this Agreement, the
City shall cause this Agreement to be recorded in the office of the County Recorder of the
County of Orange.
12. Amendments.
This Agreement may be amended, in whole or in part, only by a written recorded
instrument executed by the parties hereto.
13. Effective Date
This Agreement shall be effective on the day and year set forth in section 1.
{Signature Page Follows}
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ATTEST: CITY OF SANTA ANA
________________________ _________________________
MARIA D. HUIZAR RAUL GODINEZ II
Clerk of the Council City Manager
OWNERS:
Date: ______________________ By:_________________________
THOMAS I. BROWNING
Date: ______________________ By:_________________________
MONICA R. BROWNING
APPROVED AS TO FORM: RECOMMENDED FOR APPROVAL:
SONIA CARVALHO
City Attorney
By: _____________________ _____________________
LISA STORCK MINH THAI
Assistant City Attorney Executive Director
Planning and Building Agency
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EXHIBIT A
LEGAL DESCRIPTION
THE SOUTH 15.57 FEET OF LOT 28, ALL OF LOT 27 AND THE NORTH 19.43 FEET OF
LOT 26, IN BLOCK "A" OF TRACT NO. 103,5, IN THE CITY OF SANTA ANA, COUNTY
OF ORANGE, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, AS SHOWN ON A MAP RECORDED IN BOOK
33, PAGE 46 OF MISCELLANEOUS MAPS, RECORDS OF ORANGE COUNTY,
CALIFORNIA FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY RECORDER OF ORANGE
COUNTY.
Assessor’s Parcel Number: 002-082-02
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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Martien House
2108 North Heliotrope Drive
Santa Ana, CA 92706
NAME Martien House REF. NO.
ADDRESS 2108 North Heliotrope Drive
CITY Santa Ana ZIP 92706 ORANGE COUNTY
YEAR BUILT 1942 LOCAL REGISTER CATEGORY: Contributive
HISTORIC DISTRICT N/A NEIGHBORHOOD Floral Park
CALIFORNIA REGISTER CRITERIA FOR EVALUATION 3 CALIFORNIA REGISTER STATUS CODE 5S3
Location: Not for Publication Unrestricted
Prehistoric Historic Both
ARCHITECTURAL STYLE: Colonial Revival
The most universal of all American domestic building styles, the Colonial Revival style has been popular since the 1876
Centennial celebration in Philadelphia that stimulated a patriotic interest in the American architectural past. Whether
drawing upon Georgian, Federal, or Dutch Colonial prototypes, Colonial Revival buildings feature rectangular building
plans and designs which are usually symmetrical, or at least highly regular and balanced, in composition. Roofs are
commonly side-gabled, hipped, or gambreled, sometimes accented with dormers. Porches, one or two stories in height,
are often included, mostly as central focal points, and frequently incorporate classical elements such as columns,
pilasters, and entablatures. Doorways are adorned with classical surrounds and pediments; sidelights, transoms, and
fanlights are not uncommon. Windows are typically double-hung sash, with multiple lights in the upper sash. French doors
and Palladian windows are also utilized. Depending on location, Colonial Revival buildings have wood, brick, or stucco
exteriors (McAlester, 320-326).
SUMMARY/CONCLUSION:
The Martien House qualifies for listing in the Santa Ana Register of Historical Properties under Criterion 1 for its
exemplification of the distinguishing characteristics of the Colonial Revival style. Additionally, the house has been
categorized as “Contributive” because it “contributes to the overall character and history” of the Floral Park neighborhood
and “is a good example of period architecture,” representing the Colonial Revival style in Santa Ana (Santa Ana Municipal
Code, Section 30-2.2).
EXPLANATION OF CODES:
•California Register Criteria for Evaluation: (From California Office of Historic Preservation, Technical Assistance
Series # 7, “How to Nominate Resources to the California Register of Historical Resources,” September 4, 2001.)
3: It embodies the distinctive characteristics of a type, period, region, or method of construction, or
represents the work of a master, or possesses high artistic values.
•It embodies the distinctive characteristics of a type, period, region, or method of construction, or represents the
work of a master, or possesses high artistic values.
5S3: Appears to be individually eligible for local listing or designation through survey evaluation
EXHIBIT B1
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State of California The Resources Agency Primary #______________________________________________
DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION HRI #__________________________________________________
PRIMARY RECORD Trinomial______________________________________________
NRHP Status Code_____________________________________
Other Listings_____________________________________________________________________
Review Code________ Reviewer________________________ Date_______________
Page _1_ of _3_ Resource name(s) or number (assigned by recorder) Martien House
P1. Other Identifier:
*P2. Location: Not for Publication Unrestricted *a. County Orange County
*b. USGS 7.5’ Quad TCA 1725 Date: March 3, 2015
*c. Address 2108 North Heliotrope City Santa Ana Zip 92706
*e. Other Locational Data: Assessor’s Parcel Number 002-082-02
*P3a. Description: (Describe resource and its major elements. Include design, materials, condition, alterations, size, setting, and boundaries)
The Martien House is located on the north side of Heliotrope Drive, in Floral Park, and is a 1 1/2 story single-family residence
constructed in the Colonial Revival style, with an attached side gable garage on the south elevation. L-shaped and
asymmetrical in plan, the house has a steep-pitched open roof with a cross gable at the west elevation, and open gables on
the north and south elevations, clad in cement fiber shake. Three dormers are located on the north elevation with multi-light
fixed windows. The exterior is clad in horizontal wood siding, and the building has brick chimneys on the primary and rear
elevation. The fenestration consists of symmetrically fashioned original multi-light single-hung wood windows on the north
elevation, adorned with wood shutters. The main entry to the building is recessed with sidelights flanking the doorway, and is
accessed via a poured concrete two-step stair clad in brick steps. The property is landscaped with a mature tree, a lawn, low
vegetation and simple walkway at the front setback, with a hedge separating the property from the property to the north. The
driveway is located along the south elevation and leads to the attached, one-story, two-car garage.
*P3b. Resource Attributes: (list attributes and codes) HP2. Single-Family Residence
*P4. Resources Present: Building Structure Object Site District Element of District Other
P5b. Photo: (view and date)
Primary Elevation, View East
March 08, 2018
*P6. Date Constructed/Age and
Sources: historic
1942/ City of Santa Ana Building
Permits
*P7. Owner and Address:
Thomas I. and Monica R. Browning
2108 North Heliotrope Drive
Santa Ana, CA 92706
*P8. Recorded by:
Pedro Gomez
20 Civic Center Plaza M-20
Santa Ana, CA 92702
*P9. Date Recorded:
October 4, 2018
*P10. Survey Type:
Intensive Survey Update
*P11. Report Citation: (Cite survey
report and other sources, or enter “none”)
None
*Attachments: None Location Map Sketch Map Continuation Sheet Building, Structure, and Object Record
Archaeological Record District Record Linear Feature Record Milling Station Record Rock Art Record
Artifact Record Photograph Record Other (list)
DPR 523A (1/95) *Required information
P5a. Photo
EXHIBIT B2
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State of California The Resources Agency Primary #__________________________________________
DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION HRI#______________________________________________
BUILDING, STRUCTURE, AND OBJECT RECORD
Page 2 of 3 *NRHP Status Code_5S3_________________________
*Resource Name or #: Martien House B1. Historic Name: Martien House
B2. Common Name: Same
B3. Original Use: Single-Family Residence B4. Present Use: Single-Family Residence
*B5. Architectural Style: Colonial Revival
*B6. Construction History: (Construction date, alterations, and date of alterations): Constructed 1942
April 1, 1960. Covered Porch for W.J. Lucado.$1,000.
August 3, 2005. Reroof SFD and attached garage.
November 27, 2017. Kitchen remodel - countertops, cabinets, drywall repair.
*B7. Moved? No Yes Unknown Date:__________ Original location:_______ _______
*B8. Related Features: None.
B9a. Architect: Unknown b. Builder: Allison C. Honer
*B10. Significance: Theme Residential Architecture Area Santa Ana
Period of Significance: 1942 Property Type: Single-Family Residence Applicable Criteria: C/3
(Discuss importance in terms of historical or architectural context as defined by theme, period, and geographic scope. Also address integrity)
The Martien House is architecturally significant as a characteristic example of the Colonial Revival style. This house was
originally constructed in 1942, and was valued at approximately $9,000, according to the original building permit. The first
recorded occupants were Gilbert B. Martien and his wife Anna J. Martien, according to city directories 1949 - 1950. They first
appeared in Santa Ana in the 1920's, where Gilbert worked as an accountant for San Joaquin Fruit Company. Mr. Martien
served in the U.S. Army during World War I and was buried at Holy Sepulcher Catholic Cemetery in Orange. The second
owner was William G. Lucado who was a major sales representative for Chevrolet Motor Cars from the 1920's to the 1930's;
he was born in 1898 and passed in 1965. Mr. Lucado is recorded as the owner up until 1962.
(See Continuation Sheet 3 of 3.)
B11. Additional Resource Attributes: (List attributes and codes)
*B12. References:
City of Santa Ana Building Permits
Santa Ana History Room Collection, Santa Ana Public Library
Sanborn Maps
(See Continuation Sheet 3 of 3.)
B13. Remarks:
*B14. Evaluator: Caroline Raftery, Chattel Inc.
*Date of Evaluation: October 4, 2018
DPR 523B (1/95) *Required information
Sketch Map
(This space reserved for official comments.)
Martien House
2108 North Heliotrope Drive
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DPR 523L
State of California The Resources Agency Primary # _____________________________________________
DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION HRI # ________________________________________________
CONTINUATION SHEET Trinomial _____________________________________________
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*Recorded by Pedro Gomez *Date October 4, 2018 Continuation Update
*B10. Significance (continued):
Santa Ana was founded by William Spurgeon in 1869 as a speculative town site on part of the Spanish land grant known as
Rancho Santiago de Santa Ana. The civic and commercial core of the community was centered around the intersection of
Main and Fourth Streets. Stimulated by the arrival of the Santa Fe Railroad and incorporation as a city in 1886, and selection
as the seat of the newly created County of Orange in 1889, the city grew outwards, with residential neighborhoods
developing to the north, south, and east of the city center. Agricultural uses predominated in the outlying areas, with
cultivated fields and orchards dotted with widely scattered farmhouses.
The Martien House is located in Floral Park, a neighborhood northwest of downtown Santa Ana bounded by West
Seventeenth Street, North Flower Street, Riverside Drive, and Broadway. Groves of oranges, avocados, and walnuts and
widely scattered ranch houses characterized this area before 1920. Developer and builder Allison Honer (1897-1981),
credited as the subdivider and builder of a major portion of northwest Santa Ana, arrived in Santa Ana from Beaver Falls,
New York in 1922 (Talbert, pages 353-356). “Before nightfall on the day of his arrival, Mr. Honer purchased a parcel of land.
And that month, he began building custom homes in Santa Ana” (Orange County Register, September 15, 1981). The parcel
chosen became the Floral Park subdivision between Seventeenth Street and Santiago Creek. “When built in the 1920s, the
Floral Park homes were the most lavish and expensive in the area. They sold for about $45,000 each” (Orange County
Register, September 15, 1981). Revival architecture in a wide variety of romantic styles was celebrated in the 1920s and
1930s and Floral Park showcased examples of the English Tudor, French Norman, Spanish Colonial, and Colonial Revival.
The Allison Honer Construction Company went on to complete such notable projects as the 1935 Art Deco styled Old Santa
Ana City Hall, the El Toro Marine Base during World War II, and the 1960 Honer Shopping Plaza. Honer lived in the
neighborhood he had helped to create, at 615 West Santa Clara Avenue.
In the late 1920s and 1930s, another builder, Roy Roscoe Russell (1881-1965), continued developing the groves of Floral
Park. An early Russell project was his 1928 subdivision of Victoria Drive between West Nineteenth Street and West Santa
Clara Avenue. The homes were quite grand and displayed various revival styles, including Russell’s own large, Colonial
Revival mansion at 2009 Victoria Drive. In the early post World War II years, Floral Park continued its development as
numerous, smaller, single-family houses were built. Continuing in the Floral Park tradition, they were mostly revival in style. In
the 1950s, low, horizontal Ranch Style houses completed the growth of Floral Park. Today (2018) Floral Park maintains its
identity as the premier neighborhood of Santa Ana, historically home to many affluent and prominent citizens.
The Martien House qualifies for listing in the Santa Ana Register of Historical Properties under Criterion 1 for its
representation of the distinguishing characteristics of the Colonial Revival style. Character defining features of the Martien
House include, but may not be limited to: materials and finishes (horizontal wood siding); roof configuration, materials, and
treatment (wood shake shingles and brick chimney); massing and composition; fenestration (multi-light single hung windows);
and architectural detailing (dormers, wood shutters, sidelights). Additionally, the house has been categorized as
“Contributive” because it “contributes to the overall character and history” of the Floral Park neighborhood and “is a good
example of period architecture,” representing the Colonial Revival style in Santa Ana (Santa Ana Municipal Code, Section 30-
2.2).
*B12. References (continued):
Harris, Cyril M. American Architecture: An Illustrated Encyclopedia. New York, WW Norton, 1998.
Marsh, Diann. Santa Ana, An Illustrated History. Encinitas, Heritage Publishing, 1994.
McAlester, Virginia and Lee. A Field Guide to American Houses. New York: Alfred A. Knopf, 1984.
National Register Bulletin 16A. “How to Complete the National Register Registration Form.” Washington DC: National
Register Branch, National Park Service, US Dept. of the Interior, 1991.
Office of Historic Preservation. “Instructions for Recording Historical Resources.” Sacramento: March 1995.
Whiffen, Marcus. American Architecture Since 1780. Cambridge: MIT Press, 1969.
Santa Ana and Orange County Directories, 1905-2017.
Ancestry.com
Newspapers.com (Santa Ana Register)
Historic Maps, Santa Ana History Room, 1912, 1923, 1932, and 1955.
Armor, Samuel. History of Orange County. Los Angeles: History Record Company, 1921, page 989.
Park Santiago Neighborhood Association. “The Gingerbread Lande Holiday Home Tour, 1999.” Brochure.
Rischard, Maureen McClintock. “People Behind Places: Enderle Center.” Orange County Genealogical Society Quarterly,
December 1993, pages 4-7.
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2108 NORTH HELIOTROPE DRIVE
MARTIEN HOUSE
P L A N N I N G AND B U I L D I N G A G E N C Y
500’ RADIUS
SITE
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RESOLUTION NO. 2018-xx
A RESOLUTION OF THE HISTORIC RESOURCES
COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA APPROVING
HISTORIC RESOURCES COMMISSION APPLICATION
NO. 2017-55 TO PLACE THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT
2013 NORTH HELIOTROPE DRIVE, SANTA ANA, ON THE
HISTORICAL REGISTER AND APPROVING HISTORIC
REGISTER CATEGORIZATION NO. 2017-54 PLACING
SAID PROPERTY WITHIN THE KEY CATEGORY
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HISTORIC RESOURCES COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF SANTA ANA AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. The Historic Resources Commission of the City of Santa Ana
hereby finds, determines and declares as follows:
A. On October 4, 2018, the Historic Resources Commission held a duly
noticed public hearing for the placement on the Santa Ana Register of
Historical Properties (Historic Resources Commission Application No.
2017-46) and categorization (Historic Resources Commission
Categorization No. 2017-45) of the Flagg House located at 2013 North
Heliotrope Drive, Santa Ana.
B. The Flagg House has distinctive architectural features of the American
Colonial Revival style, and was built in 1940 by Allison Honer.
C. This home qualifies for listing on the Santa Ana Register of Historical
Properties and is eligible for categorization as “Key”. The Flagg House
qualifies for listing in the Santa Ana Register of Historical Properties under
Criterion 1, for its exemplification of the distinguishing characteristics of
the American Colonial Revival style. Additionally, the house has been
categorized as “Key” because it "has a distinctive architectural style and
quality" representing the American Colonial Revival style in Santa Ana.
Character-defining features of the Flagg House that should be preserved,
include, but may not be limited to: materials and finishes (stucco, wood
siding, and pilasters); roof configuration, including eave returns, materials,
and treatment; massing and composition; fenestration (multi-pane hung
windows where extant); and architectural detailing.
D. The legal owners of the property are David M. and Lisa M. Nisson.
E. The legal description for the subject property is attached hereto as Exhibit
A and incorporated by this reference as though fully set forth herein.
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F. The subject property meets the minimal standards for placement on the
City of Santa Ana Register of Historic Properties pursuant to Section 30-2
of the Santa Ana Municipal Code.
G. The subject property meets the minimal standards for placement in the Key
category pursuant to Section 30-2.2(2) of the Santa Ana Municipal Code.
Section 2. 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. ER-2018-56 will be filed for this project.
Section 3. The Historic Resources Commission of the City of Santa Ana after
conducting the public hearing hereby approves:
A. Historic Resources Commission Application No. 2017-55 to place the
Flagg House located at 2013 North Heliotrope Drive, Santa Ana, 92706 on
the historical register, and
B. Historic Register Categorization No. 2017-54 placing the Flagg House
located at 2013 North Heliotrope Drive, Santa Ana, 92706 within the Key
category.
These decisions are based upon the evidence submitted at the above said
hearing, which includes, but is not limited to: the Staff Report and exhibits attached
thereto; the report entitled "Historical Property Description” and the public testimony, all of
which are incorporated herein by this reference.
Section 4. For the subject property, a report entitled "Historical Property
Description" is on file with the Planning Division, and is hereby approved and adopted, and
together with the staff report and this resolution, justify the findings for placement on the
City of Santa Ana Register of Historical Properties into a category. The Historic Resources
Commission Secretary is authorized and directed to include this resolution in the City of
Santa Ana Register of Historical Properties.
Section 5. The Historic Resources Commission Secretary is hereby directed to
file a certified copy of this Resolution with the County Recorder’s Office after the adoption
of this Resolution pursuant to Public Resources Code Section 5029.
ADOPTED this 4th day of October 2018.
__________________________
Alberta Christy, Chairperson
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APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Sonia R. Carvalho, City Attorney
By:________________________
Lisa Storck
Assistant City Attorney
AYES: Commission members____________________________________
NOES: Commission members___________________________________
ABSTAIN: Commission members___________________________________
NOT PRESENT: Commission members___________________________________
CERTIFICATE OF ATTESTATION AND ORIGINALITY
I, SARAH BERNAL, Commission Secretary, do hereby attest to and certify the attached
Resolution No. 2018-xx to be the original resolution adopted by Historic Resources
Commission of the City of Santa Ana on October 4, 2018.
Date: ________________ ____________________________________
Commission Secretary
City of Santa Ana
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EXHIBIT A
LEGAL DESCRIPTION
APN Address Legal Description Owner Names
002-081-31 2013 North Heliotrope
Drive
PARCEL 1:
THE NORTH 40 FEET OF LOT
3 AND THE SOUTH 30 FEET
OF LOT 4 IN BLOCK A OF
TRACT 1035 IN THE CITY OF
SANTA ANA, COUNTY OF
ORANGE, STATE OF
CALIFORNIA AS PER MAP
RECORDED IN BOOK 33,
PAGE 46 OF
MISCELLANEOUS MAPS IN
THE OFFICE OF THE
COUNTY RECORDER OF
SAID COUNTY.
PARCEL 2:
THE NORTH 3 FEET OF THE
SOUTH 25 FEET OF LOT 3
(SAID DISTANCES BEING
MEASURED ALONG THE
EAST SIDE OF SAID LOT
AND THE NORTH LINE OF
SAID BEING PARALLEL TO
THE SOUTH LINE OF SAID
LOT) IN BLOCK A OF TRACT
1035, IN THE CITY OF SANTA
ANA, COUNTY OF ORANGE,
STATE OF CALIFORNIA AS
PER MAP RECORDED IN
BOOK 33, PAGE 46 OF
MISCELLANEOUS MAPS,
RECORDS OF SAID COUNTY.
25 FEET.
David M. and
Lisa M. Nisson
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MILLS ACT AGREEMENT
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RECORDING REQUESTED BY
AND WHEN RECORDED MAIL TO:
City of Santa Ana
20 Civic Center Plaza (M-30)
Santa Ana, CA 92702
Attn: Clerk of the Council
FREE RECORDING PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE § 27383
_____________________________________________________________________
HISTORIC PROPERTY PRESERVATION AGREEMENT
This Historic Property Preservation Agreement (“Agreement”) is made and entered into
by and between the City of Santa Ana, a charter city and municipal corporation duly organized
and existing under the Constitution and laws of the of the State of California (hereinafter referred
to as “City”), and David M. and Lisa M. Nisson, (hereinafter collectively referred to as
“Owner”), owners of real property located at 2013 North Heliotrope Drive, Santa Ana,
California, in the County of Orange and listed on the Santa Ana Register of Historical
Properties.
RECITALS
A. The City Council of the City of Santa Ana is authorized by California
Government Code Section 50280 et seq. (known as the “Mills Act”) to enter into
contracts with Owner of qualified historical properties to provide for appropriate
use, maintenance, rehabilitation and restoration such that these historic properties
retain their historic character and integrity.
B. The Owner possesses fee title in and to that certain qualified real property
together with associated structures and improvements thereon, located at 2013
North Heliotrope Drive, Santa Ana, CA, 92706 and more particularly described
in Exhibit A, attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference, and
hereinafter referred to as the “Historic Property”.
C. The Historic Property is officially designated on the Santa Ana Register of
Historical Properties pursuant to the requirements of Chapter 30 of the Santa Ana
Municipal Code.
D. The City and the property Owner, for their mutual benefit, now desire to enter
into this Agreement which defines and limits the use and alteration of this
Historic Property in order to enhance and maintain its value as a cultural and
historical resource for the Owner and for the community; to prevent inappropriate
alterations to the Historic Property and to ensure that repairs, additions, new
building, and other changes are appropriate; and to ensure that rehabilitation and
maintenance are carried out in an exemplary manner.
EXHIBIT 2
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E. The Owner and the City intend to carry out the purposes of California
Government Code, Chapter 1, Part 5 of Division 1 of Title 5, Article 12, Section
50280 et seq., which will enable the Historic Property to qualify for an assessment
of valuation as a restricted historical property pursuant to Article 1.9, Sec. 439 et
seq., Chapter 3 Part 2 of Division 1 of the California Tax and Revenue Code.
NOW, THEREFORE, the City of Santa Ana and the Owner of the Historic Property
agree as follows:
1. Effective Date and Terms of Agreement.
This Agreement shall be effective and commence on October 17, 2018, and shall remain
in effect for a term of ten (10) years thereafter. Each year, upon the anniversary of the effective
date of this Agreement, such initial term will automatically be extended as provided in California
Government Code Sections 50280 through 50290 and in Section 2, below.
2. Renewal.
a. Each year on the anniversary of the effective date of this Agreement, a year shall
automatically be added to the initial ten (10) year term of this Agreement unless written notice of
nonrenewal is served as provided herein.
b. If the Owner or the City desire(s) in any year not to renew the Agreement, the
Owner or City shall serve written notice of nonrenewal of the Agreement on the other party.
Unless such notice is served by the Owner to the City at least ninety (90) days prior to the annual
renewal date, or served by the City to the Owner at least sixty (60) days prior to the annual
renewal date, one (1) year shall automatically be added to the term of the Agreement as provided
herein.
c. Within 30 days from receipt of City’s notice of nonrenewal, the Owner may file a
written protest of City’s decision of nonrenewal. The City may, at any time prior to the annual
renewal date of the Agreement, withdraw its notice to the Owner of nonrenewal.
d. If either the Owner or the City serves notice to the other of nonrenewal in any
year, the Agreement shall remain in effect for the balance of the term then remaining, either from
its original execution or from the last renewal of the Agreement, whichever may apply.
3. Standards and Conditions for Historic Property.
During the term of this Agreement, the Historic Property shall be subject to the following
conditions, requirements and restrictions:
a. Owner shall maintain the Historic Property in a good state of repair and shall
preserve, maintain, and, where necessary, restore or rehabilitate the property and its character-
defining features described in the “Department of Parks and Recreation Primary Record”
attached hereto, marked as Exhibit B, notably the general architectural form, style, materials,
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design, scale, proportions, organization of windows, doors, and other openings, textures, details,
mass, roof line, porch and other aspects of the appearance of the exterior to the satisfaction of the
City.
b. All changes to the Historic Property shall comply with applicable City plans and
regulations, and conform to the rules and regulations of the Office of Historic Preservation of the
State of Department of Parks and Recreation, namely the U.S. Secretary of the Interior’s
Standards and Guidelines for Historic Preservation Projects. These guidelines are attached
hereto, marked as Exhibit C, and incorporated herein by this reference. Owner shall continually
maintain the Historic Property in the same or better condition.
c. A view corridor enabling the general public to see the Historic Property from the
public right-of-way shall be maintained, and Owner shall not be permitted to block the view
corridor to the property with any new structure, such as walls, fences or shrubbery, so as to
prevent the viewing of the historic landmark by the public.
d. The following are prohibited: demolition of the Historic Property or destruction of
character-defining features of the building or site; removal of trees and other major vegetation
unless removal is approved by a rehabilitation plan approved by the Historic Resources
Commission; paving of yard surface; exterior alterations or additions unless approved by the
Historic Resources Commission and such alterations are in keeping with the Secretary of
Interior’s Standards; deteriorating, dilapidated or unrepaired structures such as fences, roofs,
doors, walls, and windows; storage of junk, trash, debris, discarded or unused objects such as
cars, appliances, or furniture; and other unsightly by decoration, structure or vegetation which is
unsightly by reason of its height, condition, or inappropriate location.
e. Owner shall allow reasonable periodic inspection by prior appointment, as needed
or at least every five (5) years after the initial inspection, of the interior and exterior of the
Historic Property by representatives of the City of Santa Ana, the County Assessor, the State
Department of Parks and Recreation, and the State Board of Equalization, to determine the
Owner’s compliance with the terms and provisions of this Agreement.
4. Furnishing of Information.
The Owner hereby agrees to furnish the City with any and all information requested
which may be necessary or advisable to determine compliance with the terms and provisions of
this Agreement.
5. Cancellation.
a. The City, following a duly noticed public hearing by the City Council as set forth
in Government Code Section 50280, et. seq., may cancel this Agreement if it determines that the
Owners have breached any of the conditions of this Agreement, or have allowed the property to
deteriorate to the point that it no longer meets the standards for a qualified Historic Property, or
if the City determines that the Owner has failed to restore or rehabilitate the property in the
manner specified in Section 3 of this Agreement. If a contract is cancelled for these reasons, the
Owner shall pay a cancellation fee to the County Auditor as set forth in Government Code
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Section 50286. This cancellation fee shall be a percentage (currently set at twelve and one-half
(12 ½) percent by Government Code Section 50286) of the current fair market value of the
property at the time of the cancellation, as determined by the county assessor, without regard to
any restriction imposed pursuant to this Agreement.
b. If the Historic Property is destroyed by earthquake, fire, flood or other natural
disaster such that in the opinion of the City Building Official more than sixty (60) percent of the
original fabric of the structure must be replaced, this Agreement shall be canceled immediately
because, in effect, the historic value of the structure will have been destroyed. No fee shall be
imposed in the case of destruction by acts of God or natural disaster.
c. If the Historic Property is acquired by eminent domain and the City Council
determines that the acquisition frustrates the purpose of this Agreement, this Agreement shall be
cancelled and no fee imposed, as specified in Government Code Section 50288.
6. Enforcement of Agreement.
a. In lieu of and/or in addition to any provisions to cancel the Agreement as
referenced herein, City may specifically enforce, or enjoin the breach of, the terms of the
Agreement. In the event of a default, under the provisions to cancel the Agreement by Owner,
the City shall give written notice to Owner by registered or certified mail, and if such a violation
is not corrected to the reasonable satisfaction of the City Manager or designee within thirty (30)
days thereafter, or if not corrected within such a reasonable time as may be required to cure the
breach or default, or default cannot be cured within thirty (30) days (provided that acts to cure
the breach or default may be commenced within thirty (30) days and shall thereafter be diligently
pursued to completion by Owner), then City may, without further notice, declare a default under
the terms of this Agreement and may bring any action necessary to specifically enforce the
obligations of Owner growing out of the terms of this Agreement, apply to any court, state or
federal, for injunctive relief against any violation by Owner or apply for such relief as may be
appropriate.
b. City does not waive any claim of default by the Owner if City does not enforce or
cancel this Agreement. All other remedies at law or in equity which are not otherwise provided
for in this Agreement or in City’s regulations governing historic properties are available to City
to pursue in the event that there is a breach of this Agreement. No waiver by City of any breach
or default under this Agreement shall be deemed to be a waiver of any other subsequent breach
thereof or default hereunder.
7. Binding effect of Agreement.
a. The Owner hereby subjects the Historic Property, located at 2013 North
Heliotrope Drive, Assessor Parcel Number, 002-081-31, and more particularly described in
Exhibit A, in the City of Santa Ana, to the covenants, conditions, and restrictions as set forth in
this Agreement.
b. The City and Owner hereby declare their specific intent that the covenants,
conditions and restrictions as set forth herein shall be deemed covenants running with the land
and shall pass to and be binding upon the Owner’s successors and assigns in title or interest to
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the Historic Property. Every contract, deed, or other instrument hereinafter executed, covering
or conveying the Historic Property or any portion thereof, shall conclusively be held to have
been executed, delivered, and accepted subject to the tenants, restrictions, and reservations
expressed in this Agreement regardless of whether such covenants, conditions and reservations
are set forth in such contract, deed, or other instrument.
8. No Compensation.
Owner shall not receive any payment from the City in consideration of the obligation
imposed under this Agreement, it being recognized that the consideration for the execution of
this Agreement is the substantial public benefit to be derived therefrom and the advantage that
will accrue to the Owner as a result of the effect upon the assessed value of the property on the
account of the restrictions on the use and preservation of the property.
9. Notice.
Any notice required by the terms of this Agreement shall be sent to the address of the
respective parties as specified below or at other addresses that may be later specified by the
parties hereto.
City: City of Santa Ana
20 Civic Center Plaza (M-30)
Santa Ana, CA 92702
Attn: Clerk of the Council
Owners: David M. and Lisa M. Nisson
2013 North Heliotrope Drive
Santa Ana, CA 92706
10. General Provisions.
a. None of the terms, provisions, or conditions of this Agreement shall be deemed
to create a partnership between the parties hereto and any of their heirs, successors, or assigns,
nor shall such terms, provisions or conditions cause them to be considered joint ventures or
members of any joint enterprise.
b. The Owner agrees to and shall indemnify and hold the City and its elected and
appointed officials, officers, agents, and employees harmless from liability for damage or claims
for damage for personal injuries, including death, and claims for property damage which may
arise from the direct or indirect use or operations of the Owner or those of his or her contractor,
subcontractor, agent, employee, or other person acting on his or her behalf which relates to the
use, operation, and maintenance of the Historic Property. The Owner hereby agrees to and shall
defend the City and its elected and appointed officials, officers, agents, and employees with
respect to any and all actions for damages caused by, or alleged to have been caused by, reason
of the Owner’s activities in connection with the Historic Property.
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c. This hold harmless provision applies to all damages and claims for damages
suffered, or alleged to have been suffered, and costs of defense incurred, by reason of the
operations referred to in this Agreement regardless of whether or not the City prepared, supplied,
or approved the plans, specifications or other documents for the Historic Property.
d. All of the Agreements, rights, covenants, reservations, and restrictions
contained in this Agreement shall be binding upon and shall inure to the benefit of the parties
herein, their heirs, successors, legal representatives, assigns, and all persons acquiring any part or
portion of the Historic Property, whether by operation of law on in any manner whatsoever.
e. In the event legal proceedings are brought by any party or parties to enforce or
restrain a violation of any of the covenants, reservations, or restrictions contained herein, or to
determine the rights and duties of any party hereunder, the prevailing party in such proceeding
may recover all reasonable attorney’s fees to be fixed by the court, in addition to court costs and
other relief ordered by the court.
f. In the event that any of the provisions of this Agreement are held to be
unenforceable or invalid by any court of competent jurisdiction, or by subsequent preemptive
legislation, the validity and enforceability of the remaining provisions, or portions thereof, shall
not be effected thereby.
g. This Agreement shall be construed and governed in accordance with the laws of
the State of California.
11. Recordation.
No later than twenty (20) days after the parties execute and enter into this Agreement, the
City shall cause this Agreement to be recorded in the office of the County Recorder of the
County of Orange.
12. Amendments.
This Agreement may be amended, in whole or in part, only by a written recorded
instrument executed by the parties hereto.
13. Effective Date
This Agreement shall be effective on the day and year first written above.
{Signature Page Follows}
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ATTEST: CITY OF SANTA ANA
________________________ _________________________
MARIA D. HUIZAR RAUL GODINEZ II
Clerk of the Council City Manager
OWNER:
Date: ______________________ By:_________________________
DAVID M. NISSON
Date: ______________________ By:_________________________
LISA M. NISSON
APPROVED AS TO FORM: RECOMMENDED FOR APPROVAL:
SONIA CARVALHO
City Attorney
By: _____________________ _____________________
LISA STORCK MINH THAI
Assistant City Attorney Executive Director
Planning and Building Agency
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EXHIBIT A
LEGAL DESCRIPTION
PARCEL 1:
THE NORTH 40 FEET OF LOT 3 AND THE SOUTH 30 FEET OF LOT 4 IN BLOCK A OF
TRACT 1035 IN THE CITY OF SANTA ANA, COUNTY OF ORANGE, STATE OF
CALIFORNIA AS PER MAP RECORDED IN BOOK 33, PAGE 46 OF MISCELLANEOUS
MAPS IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY RECORDER OF SAID COUNTY.
PARCEL 2:
THE NORTH 3 FEET OF THE SOUTH 25 FEET OF LOT 3 (SAID DISTANCES BEING
MEASURED ALONG THE EAST SIDE OF SAID LOT AND THE NORTH LINE OF SAID
BEING PARALLEL TO THE SOUTH LINE OF SAID LOT) IN BLOCK A OF TRACT 1035,
IN THE CITY OF SANTA ANA, COUNTY OF ORANGE, STATE OF CALIFORNIA AS
PER MAP RECORDED IN BOOK 33, PAGE 46 OF MISCELLANEOUS MAPS, RECORDS
OF SAID COUNTY. 25 FEET.
Assessor’s Parcel Number: 002-081-31
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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Flagg House
2013 North Heliotrope Drive
Santa Ana, CA 92706
NAME Flagg House REF. NO.
ADDRESS 2013 North Heliotrope Drive
CITY Santa Ana ZIP 92706 ORANGE COUNTY
YEAR BUILT 1940 LOCAL REGISTER CATEGORY: Key
HISTORIC DISTRICT N/A NEIGHBORHOOD Floral Park
CALIFORNIA REGISTER CRITERIA FOR EVALUATION C/3 CALIFORNIA REGISTER STATUS CODE 5S3
Location: Not for Publication Unrestricted
Prehistoric Historic Both
ARCHITECTURAL STYLE: American Colonial Revival
The most universal of all American domestic building styles, the American Colonial Revival has been popular since the
1876 Centennial celebration in Philadelphia stimulated a patriotic interest in the American architectural past. Whether
drawing upon Georgian, Federal, or Dutch Colonial prototypes, Colonial Revival buildings feature rectangular building
plans and designs which are usually symmetrical, or at least highly regular and balanced, in composition. Roofs are
commonly side-gabled, hipped, or gambreled, sometimes accented with dormers. Porches, one or two stories in height,
are often included, mostly as central focal points, and frequently incorporate classical elements such as columns,
pilasters, and entablatures. Doorways are adorned with classical surrounds and pediments; sidelights, transoms, and
fanlights are not uncommon. Windows are typically double-hung sash, with multiple lights in the upper sash. French doors
and Palladian windows are also utilized. Depending on location, Colonial Revival buildings have wood, brick, or stucco
exteriors (McAlester, 320-326).
SUMMARY/CONCLUSION:
The Flagg House qualifies for listing in the Santa Ana Register of Historical Properties under Criterion 1 for its
exemplification of the distinguishing characteristics of the of the American Colonial Revival style. Additionally, the house
has been categorized as “Key” because it "has a distinctive architectural style and quality" representing the American
Colonial Revival style in Santa Ana (Santa Ana Municipal Code, Section 30-2.2).
EXPLANATION OF CODES:
•California Register Criteria for Evaluation: (From California Office of Historic Preservation, Technical Assistance
Series # 7, “How to Nominate Resources to the California Register of Historical Resources,” September 4, 2001.)
3: It embodies the distinctive characteristics of a type, period, region, or method of construction, or
represents the work of a master, or possesses high artistic values.
•It embodies the distinctive characteristics of a type, period, region, or method of construction, or represents the
work of a master, or possesses high artistic values.
5S3: Appears to be individually eligible for local listing or designation through survey evaluation.
EXHIBIT B1
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State of California The Resources Agency Primary #______________________________________________
DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION HRI #__________________________________________________
PRIMARY RECORD Trinomial______________________________________________
NRHP Status Code_____________________________________
Other Listings_____________________________________________________________________
Review Code________ Reviewer________________________ Date_______________
Page _1_ of _3_ Resource name(s) or number (assigned by recorder) Flagg House
P1. Other Identifier:
*P2. Location: Not for Publication Unrestricted *a. County Orange County
*b. USGS 7.5’ Quad: TCA 1725 Date: March 3, 2015
*c. Address 2013 North Heliotrope Drive City: Santa Ana Zip: 92706
*e. Other Locational Data: Assessor’s Parcel Number 002-081-31
*P3a. Description: (Describe resource and its major elements. Include design, materials, condition, alterations, size, setting, and boundaries)
Located in the Floral Park neighborhood on the east side of North Heliotrope Drive, the Flagg House is a one- and two-story
single-family residential building constructed in the American Colonial Revival style. The two-story massing is symmetrical in
composition, with a one-story side wing projecting from the south elevation. Both the primary building mass and wing are
side-gabled, with a moderate-pitch roof that exhibits eave returns at the gables. The first-floor exterior of the structure is clad
in stucco, with the second story clad in wide, horizontal lapped wood siding. Projecting from the center bay of the primary
building mass is a one-story portico with a broken-base pediment, supported by pilasters and shelters the recessed entry. A
fixed diamond pane window occupies the central bay, above the entry portico. The remaining windows on the primary
elevation are wood, six-over-six, double hung windows, with the windows on the secondary elevations being a combination of
multi-light hung and casements. A breakfast room addition was constructed in 1991, and a new two-story garage replaced a
presumably original garage, also constructed in 1991. It is unclear if the south wing is original, or if it represents the addition
of a breakfast room. While the residence has been altered, the alterations do not appear to detract from the integrity of the
residence. The property is landscaped with low vegetation and neatly trimmed hedges. A driveway with contemporary
decorative pavers leads to the detached two-story garage located at the northeast corner of the property.
*P3b. Resource Attributes: (list attributes and codes) HP2. Single-Family Residence
*P4. Resources Present: Building Structure Object Site District Element of District Other
P5b. Photo: (view and date)
West elevation, view southeast
March 2018
*P6. Date Constructed/Age and
Sources: historic
1940/ City of Santa Ana Building
Permits
*P7. Owner and Address:
David M. and Lisa M. Nisson
2013 North Heliotrope Drive
Santa Ana, CA 92706
*P8. Recorded by:
Ricardo Soto, Associate Planner
20 Civic Center Plaza M-20
Santa Ana, CA 92702
*P9. Date Recorded:
October 4, 2018
*P10. Survey Type:
Intensive Survey Update
*P11. Report Citation: (Cite survey
report and other sources, or enter “none”)
None
*Attachments: None Location Map Sketch Map Continuation Sheet Building, Structure, and Object Record
Archaeological Record District Record Linear Feature Record Milling Station Record Rock Art Record
Artifact Record Photograph Record Other (list)
DPR 523A (1/95) *Required information
P5a. Photo
EXHIBIT B2
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State of California The Resources Agency Primary #__________________________________________
DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION HRI#______________________________________________
BUILDING, STRUCTURE, AND OBJECT RECORD
Page 2 of 3 *NRHP Status Code_5S3_________________________
*Resource Name or #: Flagg House B1. Historic Name: Flagg House
B2. Common Name: Same
B3. Original Use: Single-family Residence B4. Present Use: Single-family Residence
*B5. Architectural Style: American Colonial Revival
*B6. Construction History: (Construction date, alterations, and date of alterations): Constructed March 6, 1940. $10,000.
September 26, 1952.Enlarge room in residence for R.B Wright by Dale Umphry. $500.
September 19, 1990. Demolition of existing two-car garage. $3,000.
September 19, 1990. 460-square-foot two story garage with retreat, study, two balconies, and laundry room. $72,000.
January 14, 1991. Solarium addition to sunroom (glass enclosure to proposed Jacuzzi). $5,000.
October 1, 1991. Add 105-square-foot breakfast room. $7,600.
August 20, 2018. Demolition of unpermitted wooden patio cover. $1,000.
*B7. Moved? No Yes Unknown Date:__________ Original location:_______ _______
*B8. Related Features: None.
B9a. Architect: Unknown b. Builder: Allison Honer
*B10. Significance: Theme Residential Architecture Area Santa Ana
Period of Significance: 1940 Property Type: Single-family Residence Applicable Criteria: C/3
(Discuss importance in terms of historical or architectural context as defined by theme, period, and geographic scope. Also address integrity)
The Flagg House is architecturally significant as a characteristic example of the American Colonial Revival style. This house
was originally constructed in 1940, and was valued at approximately $10,000, and constructed by Allison Honer, a prominent
developer and contractor in Santa Ana that also completed such notable projects as the 1935 Art Deco styled Old Santa Ana
City Hall, the El Toro Marine Base during World War II, and the 1960 Honer Shopping Plaza, according to the original
building permit. The first recorded occupants were Nora A. and A.G Flagg. A.G. Flagg was a prominent businessman that
operated the "A.G. Flagg Printing & Bookbinding" business from the building located at 114 North Broadway. In addition, Mr.
Flagg was also active in the community, holding meberships with the Elks Club, Santa Ana Country Club, Chamber of
Commerce and the First Presbyterian Church.
(See Continuation Sheet 3 of 3.)
B11. Additional Resource Attributes: (List attributes and codes)
*B12. References:
City of Santa Ana Building Permits
Santa Ana History Room Collection, Santa Ana Public Library
Sanborn Maps
(See Continuation Sheet 3 of 3.)
B13. Remarks:
*B14. Evaluator: Brian Matuk/Chattel, Inc.
*Date of Evaluation: October 4, 2018
DPR 523B (1/95) *Required information
Sketch Map
(This space reserved for official comments.)
Flagg House
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State of California The Resources Agency Primary # _____________________________________________
DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION HRI # ________________________________________________
CONTINUATION SHEET Trinomial _____________________________________________
Page 3_ of 3_ Resource Name: Flagg House
*Recorded by Ricardo Soto *Date October 4, 2018, 2017 Continuation Update
DPR 523L
*B10. Significance (continued):
According to city directories, the next recorded occupant of the residence is Miriam A. Flagg, daughter of Nora and A.G.
Flagg. J. Riley Huber, owner of Pure Citrus Juice Co., is the next recorded occupant, according to city directories. Mr. Huber
occupied the residence until at least 1952. The next recorded occupant was Robert B. Wright, according to the 1954
directory. Mr. Wright served as manager and vice president of the Bank of America, and was also president of the Kiwanis
Club. The occupant of the residence remained unchanged until at least 1962.
Santa Ana was founded by William Spurgeon in 1869 as a speculative town site on part of the Spanish land grant known as
Rancho Santiago de Santa Ana. The civic and commercial core of the community was centered around the intersection of
Main and Fourth Streets. Stimulated by the arrival of the Santa Fe Railroad and incorporation as a city in 1886, and selection
as the seat of the newly created County of Orange in 1889, the city grew outwards, with residential neighborhoods
developing to the north, south, and east of the city center. Agricultural uses predominated in the outlying areas, with
cultivated fields and orchards dotted with widely scattered farmhouses.
The Flagg House is located in Floral Park, a neighborhood northwest of downtown Santa Ana bounded by West Seventeenth
Street, North Flower Street, Riverside Drive, and Broadway. This neighborhood is northwest of downtown Santa Ana
bounded by West Seventeenth Street, North Flower Street, Riverside Drive, and Broadway. Groves of oranges, avocados,
and walnuts and widely scattered ranch houses characterized this area before 1920. Developer and builder Allison Honer
(1897-1981), credited as the subdivider and builder of a major portion of northwest Santa Ana, arrived in Santa Ana from
Beaver Falls, New York in 1922 (Talbert, pages 353-356). “Before nightfall on the day of his arrival, Mr. Honer purchased a
parcel of land. And that month, he began building custom homes in Santa Ana” (Orange County Register, September 15,
1981). The parcel chosen became the Floral Park subdivision between Seventeenth Street and Santiago Creek. “When built
in the 1920s, the Floral Park homes were the most lavish and expensive in the area. They sold for about $45,000 each”
(Orange County Register, September 15, 1981). Revival architecture in a wide variety of romantic styles was celebrated in
the 1920s and 1930s and Floral Park showcased examples of the English Tudor, French Norman, Spanish Colonial, and
Colonial Revival.
The Allison Honer Construction Company went on to complete such notable projects as the 1935 Art Deco styled Old Santa
Ana City Hall, the El Toro Marine Base during World War II, and the 1960 Honer Shopping Plaza. Honer lived in the
neighborhood he had helped to create, at 615 West Santa Clara Avenue. In the late 1920s and 1930s, another builder, Roy
Roscoe Russell (1881-1965), continued developing the groves of Floral Park. An early Russell project was his 1928
subdivision of Victoria Drive between West Nineteenth Street and West Santa Clara Avenue. The homes were quite grand
and displayed various revival styles, including Russell’s own large, Colonial Revival mansion at 2009 Victoria Drive. In the
early post World War II years, Floral Park continued its development as numerous, smaller, single-family houses were built.
Continuing in the Floral Park tradition, they were mostly revival in style. In the 1950s, low, horizontal Ranch Style houses
completed the growth of Floral Park. Today (2003) Floral Park maintains its identity as the premier neighborhood of Santa
Ana, historically home to many affluent and prominent citizens.
The Flagg House qualifies for listing in the Santa Ana Register of Historical Properties under Criterion 1 for its representation
of the distinguishing characteristics of the American Colonial Revival style. Additionally, the house has been categorized as
“Key” because it "has a distinctive architectural style and quality" representing the American Colonial Revival style in Santa
Ana (Santa Ana Municipal Code, Section 30-2.2). Character-defining features of the Flagg House that should be preserved,
include, but may not be limited to: symmetrical composition; materials and finishes (stucco, wood siding, and pilasters); roof
configuration, including eave returns, materials, and treatment; massing and composition (two-story massing, one-story
portico with a broken-base pediment and recessed entry); fenestration (multi-pane hung windows where extant); and
architectural detailing.
*B12. References (continued):
Harris, Cyril M. American Architecture: An Illustrated Encyclopedia. New York, WW Norton, 1998.
Marsh, Diann. Santa Ana, An Illustrated History. Encinitas, Heritage Publishing, 1994.
McAlester, Virginia and Lee. A Field Guide to American Houses. New York: Alfred A. Knopf, 1984.
National Register Bulletin 16A. “How to Complete the National Register Registration Form.” Washington DC: National
Register Branch, National Park Service, US Dept. of the Interior, 1991.
Office of Historic Preservation. “Instructions for Recording Historical Resources.” Sacramento: March 1995.
Whiffen, Marcus. American Architecture Since 1780. Cambridge: MIT Press, 1969.
Santa Ana and Orange County Directories, 1920-1979.
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Exhibit C
Exterior work shall be reviewed by the Historic Resources Commission and subject to the U.S.
Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for Rehabilitation of Historic Buildings, as follows:
1. Every reasonable effort shall be made to provide a compatible use for a property
which requires minimal alteration of the building, structure, or site and its
environment, or to use a property for its originally intended purpose.
2. The distinguishing original qualities or character of a building, structure or site
and its environment shall not be destroyed. The removal or alteration of any
historic material or distinctive architectural features should be avoided when
possible.
3. All buildings, structures, and sites shall be recognized as products of their own
time. Alterations that have no historical basis and which seek to create an earlier
appearance shall be discouraged.
4. Changes which may have taken place in the course of time are evidence of the
history and development of a building, structure, or site and its environment.
These changes may have acquired significance in their own right, and this
significance shall be recognized and respected.
5. Distinctive stylistic features or examples of skilled craftsmanship which
characterize a building, structure, or site shall be treated with sensitivity.
6. Deteriorated architectural features shall be repaired rather than replaced,
whenever possible. In the event replacement is necessary, the new material
should match the material being replaced in composition, design, color, texture,
and other visual qualities. Repair or replacement of missing architectural features
should be based on accurate duplications of features, substantiated by historic,
physical, or pictorial evidence rather than on conjectural designs or the
availability of different architectural elements from the other buildings or
structures.
7. The surface cleaning of structures shall be undertaken with the gentlest means
possible. Sandblasting and other cleaning methods that will damage the historic
building materials shall not be undertaken.
8. Every reasonable effort shall be made to protect and reserve archaeological
resources affected by, or adjacent to any project.
9. Contemporary design for alterations and additions to existing properties shall not
be discouraged when such alterations and additions do not destroy significant
historical, architectural or cultural material, an such design is compatible with
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size, scale, color, material and character of the property, neighborhood, or
environment.
10. Wherever possible, new additions or alterations to structures shall be done in such
a manner that if such additions or alterations need to be removed in the future, the
essential form and integrity of the structure would be unimpaired.
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RESOLUTION NO. 2018-xx
A RESOLUTION OF THE HISTORIC RESOURCES
COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA APPROVING
HISTORIC RESOURCES COMMISSION APPLICATION
NO. 2017-58 TO PLACE THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT
2038 NORTH ROSS STREET, SANTA ANA, ON THE
HISTORICAL REGISTER AND APPROVING HISTORIC
REGISTER CATEGORIZATION NO. 2017-57 PLACING
SAID PROPERTY WITHIN THE KEY CATEGORY
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HISTORIC RESOURCES COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF SANTA ANA AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. The Historic Resources Commission of the City of Santa Ana
hereby finds, determines and declares as follows:
A. On October 4, 2018 the Historic Resources Commission held a duly
noticed public hearing for the placement on the Santa Ana Register of
Historical Properties (Historic Resources Commission Application No.
2017-58) and categorization (Historic Resources Commission
Categorization No. 2017-57) of the Ridley C. Smith House located at 2038
North Ross Street, Santa Ana.
B. The Ridley C. Smith House has distinctive architectural features of the
Neoclassical Style, and was built in 1927 by an unknown builder.
C. This home qualifies for listing on the Santa Ana Register of Historical
Properties and is eligible for categorization as “Key”. The Ridley C. Smith
House qualifies for listing in the Santa Ana Register of Historical
Properties under Criterion 1 for its representation of the distinguishing
characteristics of the Neoclassical style. Additionally, the house has been
categorized as “Key” because it "has a distinctive architectural style and
quality" representing the Neoclassical style in Santa Ana. Character-
defining features of the Ridley C. Smith House include, but may not be
limited to: materials and finishes (wood siding and columns); roof
configuration, materials, and treatment; massing and composition;
fenestration (multi-pane hung windows where extant); and architectural
detailing.
D. The legal owners of the property are Kelly B. Peart and Joanne M.
Knudsen-Peart.
E. The legal description for the subject property is attached hereto as Exhibit
A and incorporated by this reference as though fully set forth herein.
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F. The subject property meets the minimal standards for placement on the
City of Santa Ana Register of Historic Properties pursuant to Section 30-2
of the Santa Ana Municipal Code.
G. The subject property meets the minimal standards for placement in the Key
category pursuant to Section 30-2.2(2) of the Santa Ana Municipal Code.
Section 2. 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. ER-2018-95 will be filed for this project.
Section 3. The Historic Resources Commission of the City of Santa Ana after
conducting the public hearing hereby approves:
A. Historic Resources Commission Application No. 2017-58 to place the
Ridley C. Smith House located at 2038 North Ross Street, Santa Ana,
92706 on the historical register, and
B. Historic Register Categorization No. 2017-57 placing the Ridley C. Smith
House located at 2038 North Ross Street, Santa Ana, 92706 within the
Key category.
These decisions are based upon the evidence submitted at the above said
hearing, which includes, but is not limited to: the Staff Report and exhibits attached
thereto; the report entitled "Historical Property Description” and the public testimony, all of
which are incorporated herein by this reference.
Section 4. For the subject property, a report entitled "Historical Property
Description" is on file with the Planning Division, and is hereby approved and adopted, and
together with the staff report and this resolution, justify the findings for placement on the
City of Santa Ana Register of Historical Properties into a category. The Historic Resources
Commission Secretary is authorized and directed to include this resolution in the City of
Santa Ana Register of Historical Properties.
Section 5. The Historic Resources Commission Secretary is hereby directed to
file a certified copy of this Resolution with the County Recorder’s Office after the adoption
of this Resolution pursuant to Public Resources Code Section 5029.
ADOPTED this 4th day of October 2018.
__________________________
Alberta Christy, Chairperson
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APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Sonia R. Carvalho, City Attorney
By:________________________
Lisa Storck
Assistant City Attorney
AYES: Commission members____________________________________
NOES: Commission members___________________________________
ABSTAIN: Commission members___________________________________
NOT PRESENT: Commission members___________________________________
CERTIFICATE OF ATTESTATION AND ORIGINALITY
I, SARAH BERNAL, Commission Secretary, do hereby attest to and certify the attached
Resolution No. 2018-xx to be the original resolution adopted by Historic Resources
Commission of the City of Santa Ana on October 4, 2018.
Date: ________________ ____________________________________
Commission Secretary
City of Santa Ana
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EXHIBIT A
LEGAL DESCRIPTION
APN Address Legal Description Owner Names
002-112-22 2038 North Ross Street LOT 25 OF TRACT 788 IN
THE CITY OF SANTA ANA,
COUNTY OF ORANGE,
STATE OF CALIFORNIA, AS
PER MAP RECORDED IN
BOOK 23, PAGE 49
INCLUSIVE OF
MISCELLANEOUS MAPS, IN
THE OFFICE OF THE
COUNTY RECORDER OF
SAID COUNTY.
Kelly B. Peart
and Joanne M.
Knudsen-Peart.
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RECORDING REQUESTED BY
AND WHEN RECORDED MAIL TO:
City of Santa Ana
20 Civic Center Plaza (M-30)
Santa Ana, CA 92702
Attn: Clerk of the Council
FREE RECORDING PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE § 27383
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HISTORIC PROPERTY PRESERVATION AGREEMENT
This Historic Property Preservation Agreement (“Agreement”) is made and entered into
by and between the City of Santa Ana, a charter city and municipal corporation duly organized
and existing under the Constitution and laws of the of the State of California (hereinafter referred
to as “City”), Kelly B. Peart and Joanne M. Knudsen-Peart, (hereinafter referred to as
“Owners”), owners of real property located at 2038 North Ross Street, Santa Ana, California,
in the County of Orange and listed on the Santa Ana Register of Historical Properties.
RECITALS
A. The City Council of the City of Santa Ana is authorized by California
Government Code Section 50280 et seq. (known as the “Mills Act”) to enter into
contracts with Owner of qualified historical properties to provide for appropriate
use, maintenance, rehabilitation and restoration such that these historic properties
retain their historic character and integrity.
B. The Owners possess fee title in and to that certain qualified real property together
with associated structures and improvements thereon, located at 2038 North Ross
Street, Santa Ana, CA, 92706 and more particularly described in Exhibit “A,”
attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference, and hereinafter referred to
as the “Historic Property”.
C. The Historic Property is officially designated on the Santa Ana Register of
Historical Properties pursuant to the requirements of Chapter 30 of the Santa Ana
Municipal Code.
D. The City and the property Owners, for their mutual benefit, now desire to enter
into this Agreement which defines and limits the use and alteration of this
Historic Property in order to enhance and maintain its value as a cultural and
historical resource for the Owners and for the community; to prevent
inappropriate alterations to the Historic Property and to ensure that repairs,
additions, new building, and other changes are appropriate; and to ensure that
rehabilitation and maintenance are carried out in an exemplary manner.
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E. The Owners and the City intend to carry out the purposes of California
Government Code, Chapter 1, Part 5 of Division 1 of Title 5, Article 12, Section
50280 et seq., which will enable the Historic Property to qualify for an assessment
of valuation as a restricted historical property pursuant to Article 1.9, Sec. 439 et
seq., Chapter 3 Part 2 of Division 1 of the California Tax and Revenue Code.
NOW, THEREFORE, the City of Santa Ana and the Owners of the Historic Property
agree as follows:
1. Effective Date and Terms of Agreement.
This Agreement shall be effective and commence on October 17, 2018, and shall remain
in effect for a term of ten (10) years thereafter. Each year, upon the anniversary of the effective
date of this Agreement, such initial term will automatically be extended as provided in California
Government Code Sections 50280 through 50290 and in Section 2, below.
2. Renewal.
a. Each year on the anniversary of the effective date of this Agreement, a year shall
automatically be added to the initial ten (10) year term of this Agreement unless written notice of
nonrenewal is served as provided herein.
b. If the Ownesr or the City desire(s) in any year not to renew the Agreement, the
Owners or City shall serve written notice of nonrenewal of the Agreement on the other party.
Unless such notice is served by the Owners to the City at least ninety (90) days prior to the
annual renewal date, or served by the City to the Owners at least sixty (60) days prior to the
annual renewal date, one (1) year shall automatically be added to the term of the Agreement as
provided herein.
c. Within 30 days from receipt of City’s notice of nonrenewal, the Owners may file
a written protest of City’s decision of nonrenewal. The City may, at any time prior to the annual
renewal date of the Agreement, withdraw its notice to the Owners of nonrenewal.
d. If either the Owners or the City serves notice to the other of nonrenewal in any
year, the Agreement shall remain in effect for the balance of the term then remaining, either from
its original execution or from the last renewal of the Agreement, whichever may apply.
3. Standards and Conditions for Historic Property.
During the term of this Agreement, the Historic Property shall be subject to the following
conditions, requirements and restrictions:
a. Owners shall maintain the Historic Property in a good state of repair and shall
preserve, maintain, and, where necessary, restore or rehabilitate the property and its character-
defining features described in the “Department of Parks and Recreation Primary Record”
attached hereto, marked as Exhibit B, notably the general architectural form, style, materials,
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design, scale, proportions, organization of windows, doors, and other openings, textures, details,
mass, roof line, porch and other aspects of the appearance of the exterior to the satisfaction of the
City.
b. All changes to the Historic Property shall comply with applicable City plans and
regulations, and conform to the rules and regulations of the Office of Historic Preservation of the
State of Department of Parks and Recreation, namely the U.S. Secretary of the Interior’s
Standards and Guidelines for Historic Preservation Projects. These guidelines are attached
hereto, marked as Exhibit C, and incorporated herein by this reference. Owners shall continually
maintain the Historic Property in the same or better condition.
c. A view corridor enabling the general public to see the Historic Property from the
public right-of-way shall be maintained, and Owners shall not be permitted to block the view
corridor to the property with any new structure, such as walls, fences or shrubbery, so as to
prevent the viewing of the historic landmark by the public.
d. The following are prohibited: demolition of the Historic Property or destruction of
character-defining features of the building or site; removal of trees and other major vegetation
unless removal is approved by a rehabilitation plan approved by the Historic Resources
Commission; paving of yard surface; exterior alterations or additions unless approved by the
Historic Resources Commission and such alterations are in keeping with the Secretary of
Interior’s Standards; deteriorating, dilapidated or unrepaired structures such as fences, roofs,
doors, walls, and windows; storage of junk, trash, debris, discarded or unused objects such as
cars, appliances, or furniture; and other unsightly by decoration, structure or vegetation which is
unsightly by reason of its height, condition, or inappropriate location.
e. Owners shall allow reasonable periodic inspection by prior appointment, as
needed or at least every five (5) years after the initial inspection, of the interior and exterior of
the Historic Property by representatives of the City of Santa Ana, the County Assessor, the State
Department of Parks and Recreation, and the State Board of Equalization, to determine the
Owners’ compliance with the terms and provisions of this Agreement.
4. Furnishing of Information.
The Owners hereby agree to furnish the City with any and all information requested
which may be necessary or advisable to determine compliance with the terms and provisions of
this Agreement.
5. Cancellation.
a. The City, following a duly noticed public hearing by the City Council as set forth
in Government Code Section 50280, et. seq., may cancel this Agreement if it determines that the
Owners have breached any of the conditions of this Agreement, or have allowed the property to
deteriorate to the point that it no longer meets the standards for a qualified Historic Property, or
if the City determines that the Owners have failed to restore or rehabilitate the property in the
manner specified in Section 3 of this Agreement. If a contract is cancelled for these reasons, the
Owners shall pay a cancellation fee to the County Auditor as set forth in Government Code
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Section 50286. This cancellation fee shall be a percentage (currently set at twelve and one-half
(12 ½) percent by Government Code Section 50286) of the current fair market value of the
property at the time of the cancellation, as determined by the county assessor, without regard to
any restriction imposed pursuant to this Agreement.
b. If the Historic Property is destroyed by earthquake, fire, flood or other natural
disaster such that in the opinion of the City Building Official more than sixty (60) percent of the
original fabric of the structure must be replaced, this Agreement shall be canceled immediately
because, in effect, the historic value of the structure will have been destroyed. No fee shall be
imposed in the case of destruction by acts of God or natural disaster.
c. If the Historic Property is acquired by eminent domain and the City Council
determines that the acquisition frustrates the purpose of this Agreement, this Agreement shall be
cancelled and no fee imposed, as specified in Government Code Section 50288.
6. Enforcement of Agreement.
a. In lieu of and/or in addition to any provisions to cancel the Agreement as
referenced herein, City may specifically enforce, or enjoin the breach of, the terms of the
Agreement. In the event of a default, under the provisions to cancel the Agreement by Owners,
the City shall give written notice to Owners by registered or certified mail, and if such a violation
is not corrected to the reasonable satisfaction of the City Manager or designee within thirty (30)
days thereafter, or if not corrected within such a reasonable time as may be required to cure the
breach or default, or default cannot be cured within thirty (30) days (provided that acts to cure
the breach or default may be commenced within thirty (30) days and shall thereafter be diligently
pursued to completion by Owner), then City may, without further notice, declare a default under
the terms of this Agreement and may bring any action necessary to specifically enforce the
obligations of Owners growing out of the terms of this Agreement, apply to any court, state or
federal, for injunctive relief against any violation by Owners or apply for such relief as may be
appropriate.
b. City does not waive any claim of default by the Owners if City does not enforce
or cancel this Agreement. All other remedies at law or in equity which are not otherwise
provided for in this Agreement or in City’s regulations governing historic properties are
available to City to pursue in the event that there is a breach of this Agreement. No waiver by
City of any breach or default under this Agreement shall be deemed to be a waiver of any other
subsequent breach thereof or default hereunder.
7. Binding effect of Agreement.
a. The Owners hereby subject the Historic Property, located at 2038 North Ross
Street, Assessor Parcel Number, 002-112-22, and more particularly described in Exhibit A, in
the City of Santa Ana, to the covenants, conditions and restrictions as set forth in this
Agreement.
b. The City and Owners hereby declare their specific intent that the covenants,
reservations and restrictions as set forth herein shall be deemed covenants running with the land
and shall pass to and be binding upon the Owners’ successors and assigns in title or interest to
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the Historic Property. Every contract, deed, or other instrument hereinafter executed, covering
or conveying the Historic Property or any portion thereof, shall conclusively be held to have
been executed, delivered, and accepted subject to the tenants, restrictions, and reservations
expressed in this Agreement regardless of whether such covenants, restrictions and reservations
are set forth in such contract, deed, or other instrument.
8. No Compensation.
Owners shall not receive any payment from the City in consideration of the obligation
imposed under this Agreement, it being recognized that the consideration for the execution of
this Agreement is the substantial public benefit to be derived therefrom and the advantage that
will accrue to the Owner as a result of the effect upon the assessed value of the property on the
account of the restrictions on the use and preservation of the property.
9. Notice.
Any notice required by the terms of this Agreement shall be sent to the address of the
respective parties as specified below or at other addresses that may be later specified by the
parties hereto.
City: City of Santa Ana
20 Civic Center Plaza (M-30)
Santa Ana, CA 92702
Attn: Clerk of the Council
Owners: Kelly B. Peart and Joanne M. Knudsen-Peart
2038 North Ross Street
Santa Ana, CA 92706
10. General Provisions.
a. None of the terms, provisions, or conditions of this Agreement shall be deemed
to create a partnership between the parties hereto and any of their heirs, successors, or assigns,
nor shall such terms, provisions or conditions cause them to be considered joint ventures or
members of any joint enterprise.
b. The Owners agree to and shall indemnify and hold the City and its elected and
appointed officials, officers, agents, and employees harmless from liability for damage or claims
for damage for personal injuries, including death, and claims for property damage which may
arise from the direct or indirect use or operations of the Owner or those of his or her contractor,
subcontractor, agent, employee, or other person acting on his or her behalf which relates to the
use, operation, and maintenance of the Historic Property. The Owners hereby agree to and shall
defend the City and its elected and appointed officials, officers, agents, and employees with
respect to any and all actions for damages caused by, or alleged to have been caused by, reason
of the Owners’ activities in connection with the Historic Property.
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c. This hold harmless provision applies to all damages and claims for damages
suffered, or alleged to have been suffered, and costs of defense incurred, by reason of the
operations referred to in this Agreement regardless of whether or not the City prepared, supplied,
or approved the plans, specifications or other documents for the Historic Property.
d. All of the Agreements, rights, covenants, reservations, and restrictions
contained in this Agreement shall be binding upon and shall inure to the benefit of the parties
herein, their heirs, successors, legal representatives, assigns, and all persons acquiring any part or
portion of the Historic Property, whether by operation of law on in any manner whatsoever.
e. In the event legal proceedings are brought by any party or parties to enforce or
restrain a violation of any of the covenants, reservations, or restrictions contained herein, or to
determine the rights and duties of any party hereunder, the prevailing party in such proceeding
may recover all reasonable attorney’s fees to be fixed by the court, in addition to court costs and
other relief ordered by the court.
f. In the event that any of the provisions of this Agreement are held to be
unenforceable or invalid by any court of competent jurisdiction, or by subsequent preemptive
legislation, the validity and enforceability of the remaining provisions, or portions thereof, shall
not be effected thereby.
g. This Agreement shall be construed and governed in accordance with the laws of
the State of California.
11. Recordation.
No later than twenty (20) days after the parties execute and enter into this Agreement, the
City shall cause this Agreement to be recorded in the office of the County Recorder of the
County of Orange.
12. Amendments.
This Agreement may be amended, in whole or in part, only by a written recorded
instrument executed by the parties hereto.
13. Effective Date
This Agreement shall be effective on the day and year first written above.
{Signature Page Follows}
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ATTEST: CITY OF SANTA ANA
________________________ _________________________
MARIA D. HUIZAR RAUL GODINEZ II
Clerk of the Council City Manager
OWNERS:
Date: ______________________ By:_________________________
KELLY B. PEART
Date: ______________________ By:_________________________
JOANNE M. KNUDSEN-PEART
APPROVED AS TO FORM: RECOMMENDED FOR APPROVAL:
SONIA CARVALHO
City Attorney
By: _____________________ _____________________
LISA STORCK MINH THAI
Assistant City Attorney Executive Director
Planning and Building Agency
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EXHIBIT A
LEGAL DESCRIPTION
LOT 25 OF TRACT 788 IN THE CITY OF SANTA ANA, COUNTY OF ORANGE, STATE
OF CALIFORNIA, AS PER MAP RECORDED IN BOOK 23, PAGE 49 INCLUSIVE OF
MISCELLANEOUS MAPS, IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY RECORDER OF SAID
COUNTY.
Assessor’s Parcel Number: 002-112-22
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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Ridley C. Smith House
2038 North Ross Street
Santa Ana, CA 92706
NAME Ridley C. Smith House REF. NO.
ADDRESS 2038 North Ross Street
CITY Santa Ana ZIP 92706 ORANGE COUNTY
YEAR BUILT 1927 LOCAL REGISTER CATEGORY: Key
HISTORIC DISTRICT N/A NEIGHBORHOOD Floral Park
CALIFORNIA REGISTER CRITERIA FOR EVALUATION C/3 CALIFORNIA REGISTER STATUS CODE 5S3
Location: Not for Publication Unrestricted
Prehistoric Historic Both
ARCHITECTURAL STYLE: Neoclassical Style
A renewed interest in classical models of architecture began at the World’s Columbian Exposition in Chicago in 1893. The
planners of the exposition insisted on classical-themed architecture, and the photographs from the Exposition became
models for architects across the country. Drawing primarily from Roman and Greek classical architectural motifs,
neoclassical architecture emphasizes symmetry, porches with classical support columns, and the use of classical
detailing including lintels, pediments, colonnades, arches, and vaults. Neoclassical design also borrowed elements from
earlier American styles including Georgian, Federal, and Greek revival. Neoclassical residential architecture experienced
two waves of popularity, one from 1900 to 1920, and another from around 1925-1950s. Neoclassical buildings typically
have a front façade often dominated by a full-height entry porch supported by two-story classical columns. Facades
typically exhibit symmetry and balance. Other common features include elaborated doorways that incorporated Federal,
Greek Revival, or Georgian elements; centered entrances; detailed cornices; rectangular, double-hung windows; roof-line
balustrades (McAlester 434-446).
SUMMARY/CONCLUSION:
The Ridley C. Smith House qualifies for listing in the Santa Ana Register of Historical Properties under Criterion 1 for its
representation of the distinguishing characteristics of the Neoclassical style. Additionally, the house has been categorized
as “Key” because it "has a distinctive architectural style and quality" representing the Neoclassical style in Santa Ana
(Santa Ana Municipal Code, Section 30-2.2). Character-defining features of the Ridley C. Smith House include, but may
not be limited to: symmetrical facade, materials and finishes (wood siding and simple square columns); roof configuration,
materials, and treatment; massing and composition (full-façade entry porch); fenestration (multi-pane hung windows
where extant); and architectural detailing (Chinese Chippendale roof-line railings).
EXPLANATION OF CODES:
•California Register Criteria for Evaluation: (From California Office of Historic Preservation, Technical Assistance
Series # 7, “How to Nominate Resources to the California Register of Historical Resources,” September 4, 2001.)
3: It embodies the distinctive characteristics of a type, period, region, or method of construction, or
represents the work of a master, or possesses high artistic values.
•It embodies the distinctive characteristics of a type, period, region, or method of construction, or represents the
work of a master, or possesses high artistic values.
5S3: Appears to be individually eligible for local listing or designation through survey evaluation.
EXHIBIT B1
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State of California The Resources Agency Primary #______________________________________________
DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION HRI #__________________________________________________
PRIMARY RECORD Trinomial______________________________________________
NRHP Status Code_____________________________________
Other Listings_____________________________________________________________________
Review Code________ Reviewer________________________ Date_______________
Page _1_ of _3_ Resource name(s) or number (assigned by recorder) Ridley C. Smith House
P1. Other Identifier:
*P2. Location: Not for Publication Unrestricted *a. County Orange County
*b. USGS 7.5’ Quad: TCA 1725 Date: March 3, 2015
*c. Address 2038 North Ross Street City: Santa Ana Zip: 92706
*e. Other Locational Data: Assessor’s Parcel Number 002-112-22
*P3a. Description: (Describe resource and its major elements. Include design, materials, condition, alterations, size, setting, and boundaries)
Located in Floral Park on the west side of North Riverside Drive, the Ridley C. Smith House is a two-story single-family
residence constructed in the Neoclassical style at 2038 North Ross Street. The residence is symmetrical in composition,
topped with a side gable, medium-pitched asphalt shingle-clad roof with modest overhangs. The exterior is clad in wide wood
clapboard siding. The east elevation (façade) is dominated by a full-façade entry porch, with simple square columns and
Chinese Chippendale roof-line railings along the flat roof deck. Divided-light sidelights and decorative square pilasters flank
the entry door, which incorporates a pediment above. This elevation also contains symmetrical double-doors with divided-
lights, along with two symmetrical wood, six-over-six, double hung windows and a smaller three-over-three, double hung
window. The windows along the north and south elevations are multi-light hung and casement. The north elevation has a
prominent brick chimney. The south elevation features four three-over-three windows and two smaller windows. Building
permits document an interior remodel and addition to the first and second floors, to create a great room and to create balcony
access from master bedroom second floor. The property is landscaped with low vegetation, neatly trimmed hedges, and a
walkway leading to the front entry. A “Hollywood driveway” with a central strip of grass leads to a detached one-story garage,
clad in wood clapboard siding and located at the southwest corner of the property, built at the same time as the residence.
Additions noted in the building permit record are not visible from the public right-of-way. Other than the noted changes, the
house appears intact and is in good condition.
*P3b. Resource Attributes: (list attributes and codes) HP2. Single-Family Residence
*P4. Resources Present: Building Structure Object Site District Element of District Other
P5b. Photo: (view and date)
East elevation, view west
April 2018
*P6. Date Constructed/Age and
Sources: historic
1927/ City of Santa Ana Building
Permits
*P7. Owner and Address:
Kelly B. Peart and Joanne M.
Knudsen-Peart
2038 North Ross Street
Santa Ana, CA 92706
*P8. Recorded by:
Pedro Gomez, City of Santa Ana
20 Civic Center Plaza M-20
Santa Ana, CA 92702
*P9. Date Recorded:
October 4, 2018
*P10. Survey Type:
Intensive Survey Update
*P11. Report Citation: (Cite survey
report and other sources, or enter “none”)
None
*Attachments: None Location Map Sketch Map Continuation Sheet Building, Structure, and Object Record
Archaeological Record District Record Linear Feature Record Milling Station Record Rock Art Record
Artifact Record Photograph Record Other (list)
DPR 523A (1/95) *Required information
P5a. Photo
EXHIBIT B2
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State of California The Resources Agency Primary #__________________________________________
DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION HRI#______________________________________________
BUILDING, STRUCTURE, AND OBJECT RECORD
Page 2 of 3 *NRHP Status Code_5S3_________________________
*Resource Name or #: Ridley C. Smith House B1. Historic Name: Ridley C. Smith House
B2. Common Name: Same
B3. Original Use: Single-family Residence B4. Present Use: Single-family Residence
*B5. Architectural Style: Neoclassical
*B6. Construction History: (Construction date, alterations, and date of alterations): April 25, 1927. Constructed. $7,000.
November 7, 1934. Chimney. $46.
February 11, 1960. Interior alteration for Geo. Bradley. $2,500.
May 21, 1947. Add to resdience 12x15 by Geo. Bradley. $2000.
July 20, 1971. 2nd Story addition (bedroom and closet) for D. Dincock. $3,350.
December 12, 1988. Reroof.
July 11, 2007. Reroof front entry porch only. $900.
October 16, 2016. Addition to downstairs area to create great room, create a balcony access from master bedroom second
floor, relocate existing half bathroom on the first floor. $80,000.
January 23, 2017. Reroof original house & detatched garage. $5,000.
*B7. Moved? No Yes Unknown Date:__________ Original location:_______ _______
*B8. Related Features: None.
B9a. Architect: Unknown b. Builder: Unknown
*B10. Significance: Theme Residential Architecture Area Santa Ana
Period of Significance: 1937 Property Type: Single-family Residence Applicable Criteria: C/3
(Discuss importance in terms of historical or architectural context as defined by theme, period, and geographic scope. Also address integrity)
The Ridley C. Smith House is architecturally significant as a characteristic example of the Neoclassical style. This house was
originally constructed in 1927, and was valued at approximately $7,000, according to the original building permit. The first
recorded occupants are Ridley C. and Jessie M. Smith. Born in Texas, Ridley C. Smith attended grammar school in Santa
Ana, graduated from Santa Ana High School and graduated from the University of Southern California (1922) from the
College of Law. The same year he was admitted to The State Bar of California. In 1925, Ridley C. Smith returned to Santa
Ana to manage a large wholesale dairy products plant, which he managed for several years. In 1932, he returned to his law
practice with offices in the Bank of America Building and in 1935 he was elected to the School Board of Education of the
Santa Ana High School District.
(See Continuation Sheet 3 of 3.)
B11. Additional Resource Attributes: (List attributes and codes)
*B12. References:
City of Santa Ana Building Permits
Santa Ana History Room Collection, Santa Ana Public Library
Sanborn Maps
(See Continuation Sheet 3 of 3.)
B13. Remarks:
*B14. Evaluator: Caroline Raftery, Chattel Inc.
*Date of Evaluation: October 4, 2018
DPR 523B (1/95) *Required information
Sketch Map
(This space reserved for official comments.)
Ridley C. Smith House
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State of California The Resources Agency Primary # _____________________________________________
DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION HRI # ________________________________________________
CONTINUATION SHEET Trinomial _____________________________________________
Page 3_ of 3_ Resource Name: Ridley C. Smith House
*Recorded by Pedro Gomez *Date October 4, 2018 Continuation Update
DPR 523L
*B10. Significance (continued):
Ridley C. Smith was an active member of the Santa Ana community, specifically as a member of the First Presbyterian
Church, President of the Y.M.C.A. Toast Masters Club, member of the Orange County Bar Association and as an Exalted
Ruler of the Santa Ana Elks Lodge, which meant he was amongst the highest members that governed the Elks Lodge. In
1942, the house was sold to George E. and Elma M. Bradley. Mr. Bradley was originally from Waterloo, Iowa, and was also
an attorney with offices in the Spurgeon Building. He married Elma M. McBridge (maiden name) in 1934. Elmawas also an
Exalted Ruler of the Santa Ana Elks Lodge. The home was subsequently sold in 1970 to Desmund R. Pincock, who was the
recorded owner up until 1975.
The Ridley C. Smith is located in Floral Park, a neighborhood northwest of downtown Santa Ana bounded by West
Seventeenth Street, North Flower Street, Riverside Drive, and Broadway. Groves of orange, avocado, and walnut trees and
widely scattered ranch houses characterized this area before 1920. Developer and builder Allison Honer (1897-1981),
credited as the subdivider and builder of a major portion of northwest Santa Ana, arrived in Santa Ana from Beaver Falls,
New York in 1922 (Talbert, pages 353-356). “Before nightfall on the day of his arrival, Mr. Honer purchased a parcel of land.
And that month, he began building custom homes in Santa Ana” (Orange County Register, September 15, 1981). The parcel
chosen became the Floral Park subdivision between Seventeenth Street and Santiago Creek. “When built in the 1920s, the
Floral Park homes were the most lavish and expensive in the area. They sold for about $45,000 each” (Orange County
Register, September 15, 1981). Revival architecture in a wide variety of romantic styles was celebrated in the 1920s and
1930s and Floral Park showcased examples of the English Tudor, French Norman, Spanish Colonial, and Colonial Revival.
The Allison Honer Construction Company went on to complete such notable projects as the 1935 Art Deco styled Old Santa
Ana City Hall, the El Toro Marine Base during World War II, and the 1960 Honer Shopping Plaza. Honer lived in the
neighborhood he had helped to create, at 615 West Santa Clara Avenue.
In the late 1920s and 1930s, another builder, Roy Roscoe Russell (1881-1965), continued developing the groves of Floral
Park. An early Russell project was his 1928 subdivision of Victoria Drive between West Nineteenth Street and West Santa
Clara Avenue. The homes were quite grand and displayed various revival styles, including Russell’s own large, Colonial
Revival mansion at 2009 Victoria Drive. In the early post World War II years, Floral Park continued its development as
numerous, smaller, single-family houses were built. Continuing in the Floral Park tradition, they were mostly revival in style. In
the 1950s, low, horizontal Ranch Style houses completed the growth of Floral Park. Today (2018) Floral Park maintains its
identity as the premier neighborhood of Santa Ana, historically home to many affluent and prominent citizens.
The Ridley C. Smith House qualifies for listing in the Santa Ana Register of Historical Properties under Criterion 1 for its
representation of the distinguishing characteristics of the Neoclassical style. Additionally, the house has been categorized as
“Key” because it "has a distinctive architectural style and quality" representing the Neoclassical style in Santa Ana (Santa
Ana Municipal Code, Section 30-2.2). Character-defining features of the Ridley C. Smith House include, but may not be
limited to: symmetrical facade, materials and finishes (wood siding and simple square columns); roof configuration, materials,
and treatment; massing and composition (full-façade entry porch); fenestration (multi-pane hung windows where extant); and
architectural detailing (Chinese Chippendale roof-line railings).
*B12. References (continued):
Ancestry.com. California, Death Index, 1940-1997 [database on-line]. Provo, UT, USA: Ancestry.com Operations Inc, 2000.
Ancestry.com. 1930 United States Federal Census [database on-line]. Provo, UT, USA: Ancestry.com Operations Inc, 2002.
Harris, Cyril M. American Architecture: An Illustrated Encyclopedia. New York, WW Norton, 1998.
Marsh, Diann. Santa Ana, An Illustrated History. Encinitas, Heritage Publishing, 1994.
McAlester, Virginia and Lee. A Field Guide to American Houses. New York: Alfred A. Knopf, 1984.
National Register Bulletin 16A. “How to Complete the National Register Registration Form.” Washington DC: National
Register
Newspapers.com (Santa Ana Register)
Branch, National Park Service, US Dept. of the Interior, 1991.
Office of Historic Preservation. “Instructions for Recording Historical Resources.” Sacramento: March 1995.
Whiffen, Marcus. American Architecture Since 1780. Cambridge: MIT Press, 1969.
Santa Ana and Orange County Directories, 1920-1979.
Year: 1930; Census Place: Santa Ana, Orange, California; Page: 6B; Enumeration District: 0080; FHL microfilm: 2339917
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Exhibit C
Exterior work shall be reviewed by the Historic Resources Commission and subject to the U.S.
Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for Rehabilitation of Historic Buildings, as follows:
1. Every reasonable effort shall be made to provide a compatible use for a property
which requires minimal alteration of the building, structure, or site and its
environment, or to use a property for its originally intended purpose.
2. The distinguishing original qualities or character of a building, structure or site
and its environment shall not be destroyed. The removal or alteration of any
historic material or distinctive architectural features should be avoided when
possible.
3. All buildings, structures, and sites shall be recognized as products of their own
time. Alterations that have no historical basis and which seek to create an earlier
appearance shall be discouraged.
4. Changes which may have taken place in the course of time are evidence of the
history and development of a building, structure, or site and its environment.
These changes may have acquired significance in their own right, and this
significance shall be recognized and respected.
5. Distinctive stylistic features or examples of skilled craftsmanship which
characterize a building, structure, or site shall be treated with sensitivity.
6. Deteriorated architectural features shall be repaired rather than replaced,
whenever possible. In the event replacement is necessary, the new material
should match the material being replaced in composition, design, color, texture,
and other visual qualities. Repair or replacement of missing architectural features
should be based on accurate duplications of features, substantiated by historic,
physical, or pictorial evidence rather than on conjectural designs or the
availability of different architectural elements from the other buildings or
structures.
7. The surface cleaning of structures shall be undertaken with the gentlest means
possible. Sandblasting and other cleaning methods that will damage the historic
building materials shall not be undertaken.
8. Every reasonable effort shall be made to protect and reserve archaeological
resources affected by, or adjacent to any project.
9. Contemporary design for alterations and additions to existing properties shall not
be discouraged when such alterations and additions do not destroy significant
historical, architectural or cultural material, an such design is compatible with
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size, scale, color, material and character of the property, neighborhood, or
environment.
10. Wherever possible, new additions or alterations to structures shall be done in such
a manner that if such additions or alterations need to be removed in the future, the
essential form and integrity of the structure would be unimpaired.
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FREE RECORDING PURSUANT TO
GOVERNMENT CODE § 27383
RESOLUTION NO. 2018-xx
A RESOLUTION OF THE HISTORIC RESOURCES
COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA APPROVING
HISTORIC RESOURCES COMMISSION APPLICATION
NO. 2017-41 TO PLACE THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT
2145 NORTH GREENLEAF STREET, SANTA ANA, ON
THE HISTORICAL REGISTER AND APPROVING
HISTORIC REGISTER CATEGORIZATION NO. 2017-40
PLACING SAID PROPERTY WITHIN THE CONTRIBUTIVE
CATEGORY.
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HISTORIC RESOURCES COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF SANTA ANA AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. The Historic Resources Commission of the City of Santa Ana
hereby finds, determines and declares as follows:
A. On October 4, 2018, the Historic Resources Commission held a duly
noticed public hearing for the placement on the Santa Ana Register of
Historical Properties (Historic Resources Commission Application No.
2017-41) and categorization (Historic Resources Commission
Categorization No. 2017-40) of the Edwards House located at 2145 North
Greenleaf Street, Santa Ana (“Property”).
B. The Edwards House has distinctive architectural features of the Spanish
Colonial Revival style, and was built in 1925 by Roy Russell.
C. This home qualifies for listing on the Santa Ana Register of Historical
Properties and is eligible for categorization as Contributive because it
“contributes to the overall character and history” of the Floral Park
neighborhood and is a “good example of period architecture” as a highly
intact example of a one-story Spanish Colonial Revival house from the
1920s. Character defining features of the Edwards House that should be
preserved include, but may not be limited to: materials and finishes
(stucco); roof configuration, materials, and treatment (clay barrel tiling);
massing and composition; doors and windows (Prairie School-style wood
casement windows, where extant); and, entry portico.
D. The legal owners of the property are Dana M. Karges and Terry L. Karges.
E. The legal description for the subject property is attached hereto as Exhibit
A and incorporated by this reference as though fully set forth herein.
F. The subject Property meets the minimal standards for placement on the
City of Santa Ana Register of Historic Properties pursuant to Section 30-2
of the Santa Ana Municipal Code.
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G. The subject Property meets the minimal standards for placement in the
Contributive category pursuant to Section 30-2.2(3) of the Santa Ana
Municipal Code.
Section 2. In accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act, the
recommended actions are exempt from further review under Section 15331, Class 31
(Categorical Exemption No. ER-2018-10), as these actions are designed to preserve a
historic resource.
Section 3. The Historic Resources Commission of the City of Santa Ana after
conducting the public hearing hereby approves:
A. Historic Resources Commission Application No. 2017-41 to place the
Edwards House located at 2145 North Greenleaf Street, Santa Ana,
92706, on the historical register, and
B. Historic Register Categorization No. 2017-40 placing the Edwards House
located at 2145 North Greenleaf Street, Santa Ana, 92706, within the
Contributive category.
These decisions are based upon the evidence submitted at the above said
hearing, which includes, but is not limited to: the Staff Report and exhibits attached
thereto; the report entitled "Historical Property Description” and the public testimony, all of
which are incorporated herein by this reference.
Section 4. For the subject property, a report entitled "Historical Property
Description" is on file with the Planning Division, and is hereby approved and adopted, and
together with the staff report and this resolution, justify the findings for placement on the
City of Santa Ana Register of Historical Properties into a category. The Historic Resources
Commission Secretary is authorized and directed to include this resolution in the City of
Santa Ana Register of Historical Properties.
Section 5. The Historic Resources Commission Secretary is hereby directed to
file a certified copy of this Resolution with the County Recorder’s Office after the adoption
of this Resolution pursuant to Public Resources Code Section 5029.
ADOPTED this _____ day of _____________, 2018.
__________________________
Alberta Christy
Chairperson
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APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Sonia R. Carvalho, City Attorney
By:________________________
Lisa Storck
Assistant City Attorney
AYES: Commission members____________________________________
NOES: Commission members___________________________________
ABSTAIN: Commission members___________________________________
NOT PRESENT: Commission members___________________________________
CERTIFICATE OF ATTESTATION AND ORIGINALITY
I, SARAH BERNAL, Commission Secretary, do hereby attest to and certify the attached
Resolution No. 2018-xx to be the original resolution adopted by Historic Resources
Commission of the City of Santa Ana on _______________, 2018.
Date: ________________ ____________________________________
Commission Secretary
City of Santa Ana
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LEGAL DESCRIPTION
APN Address Legal Description Owner Names
002-112-30 2145 North Greenleaf
Street
Lot 6 of Tract No. 745, in the
City of Santa Ana, County of
Orange, State of California, as
per map recorded in Book 22,
Page(s) 12 of Miscellaneous
maps in the office of the County
Recorder of said county.
Dana M. Karges
and Terry L.
Karges
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MILLS ACT AGREEMENT
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RECORDING REQUESTED BY
AND WHEN RECORDED MAIL TO:
City of Santa Ana
20 Civic Center Plaza (M-30)
Santa Ana, CA 92702
Attn: Clerk of the Council
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HISTORIC PROPERTY PRESERVATION AGREEMENT
This Historic Property Preservation Agreement (“Agreement”) is made and entered into
by and between the City of Santa Ana, a charter city and municipal corporation duly organized
and existing under the Constitution and laws of the of the State of California (hereinafter referred
to as “City”), and Dana M. Karges and Terry L. Karges (hereinafter collectively referred to as
“Owner”), owners of real property located at 2145 North Greenleaf Street, Santa Ana,
California, in the County of Orange and listed on the Santa Ana Register of Historical
Properties.
RECITALS
A. The City Council of the City of Santa Ana is authorized by California
Government Code Section 50280 et seq. (known as the “Mills Act”) to enter into
contracts with owners of qualified historical properties to provide for appropriate
use, maintenance, rehabilitation and restoration such that these historic properties
retain their historic character and integrity.
B. Owner possesses fee title in and to that certain qualified real property together
with associated structures and improvements thereon, located at 2145 North
Greenleaf Street, Santa Ana, CA, 92706, and more particularly described in
Exhibit A, attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference, and hereinafter
referred to as the “Historic Property.”
C. The Historic Property is officially designated on the Santa Ana Register of
Historical Properties pursuant to the requirements of Chapter 30 of the Santa Ana
Municipal Code.
D. City and Owner, for their mutual benefit, now desire to enter into this Agreement
which defines and limits the use and alteration of this Historic Property in order to
enhance and maintain its value as a cultural and historical resource for Owner and
for the community; to prevent inappropriate alterations to the Historic Property
and to ensure that repairs, additions, new building, and other changes are
appropriate; and to ensure that rehabilitation and maintenance are carried out in an
exemplary manner.
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E. Owner and City intend to carry out the purposes of California Government Code,
Chapter 1, Part 5 of Division 1 of Title 5, Article 12, Section 50280 et seq., which
will enable the Historic Property to qualify for an assessment of valuation as a
restricted historical property pursuant to Article 1.9, Sec. 439 et seq., Chapter 3
Part 2 of Division 1 of the California Tax and Revenue Code.
NOW, THEREFORE, the City of Santa Ana and Owner agree as follows:
1. Effective Date and Term of Agreement.
This Agreement shall be effective and commence on October 17, 2018, and shall remain
in effect for a term of ten (10) years thereafter. Each year, upon the anniversary of the effective
date of this Agreement, such initial term will automatically be extended as provided in California
Government Code Sections 50280 through 50290 and in Section 2, below.
2. Renewal.
a. Each year on the anniversary of the effective date of this Agreement, a year shall
automatically be added to the initial ten (10) year term of this Agreement unless written notice of
nonrenewal is served as provided herein.
b. If Owner or City desire(s) in any year not to renew the Agreement, Owner or City
shall serve written notice of nonrenewal of the Agreement on the other party. Unless such notice
is served by Owner to City at least ninety (90) days prior to the annual renewal date, or served by
City to Owner at least sixty (60) days prior to the annual renewal date, one (1) year shall
automatically be added to the term of the Agreement as provided herein.
c. Within 30 days from receipt of City’s notice of nonrenewal, Owner may file a
written protest of City’s decision of nonrenewal. City may, at any time prior to the annual
renewal date of the Agreement, withdraw its notice to Owner of nonrenewal.
d. If either Owner or City serves notice to the other of nonrenewal in any year, the
Agreement shall remain in effect for the balance of the term then remaining, either from its
original execution or from the last renewal of the Agreement, whichever may apply.
3. Standards and Conditions for Historic Property.
During the term of this Agreement, the Historic Property shall be subject to the following
conditions, requirements and restrictions:
a. Owner shall maintain the Historic Property in a good state of repair and shall
preserve, maintain, and, where necessary, restore or rehabilitate the property and its character-
defining features described in the “Historical Property Description” attached hereto, marked as
Exhibit B, notably the general architectural form, style, materials, design, scale, proportions,
organization of windows, doors, and other openings, textures, details, mass, roof line, porch and
other aspects of the appearance of the exterior to the satisfaction of the City.
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b. All changes to the Historic Property shall comply with applicable City plans and
regulations, and conform to the rules and regulations of the Office of Historic Preservation of the
State Department of Parks and Recreation, namely the U.S. Secretary of the Interior’s Standards
and Guidelines for Historic Preservation Projects. These guidelines are attached hereto, marked
as Exhibit C, and incorporated herein by this reference. Owner shall continually maintain the
Historic Property in the same or better condition.
c. A view corridor enabling the general public to see the Historic Property from the
public right-of-way shall be maintained, and Owner shall not be permitted to block the view
corridor to the property with any new structure, such as walls, fences or shrubbery, so as to
prevent the viewing of the historic landmark by the public.
d. The following are prohibited: demolition of the Historic Property or destruction
of character-defining features of the building or site; removal of trees and other major vegetation
unless removal is approved by a rehabilitation plan approved by the Historic Resources
Commission; paving of yard surface; exterior alterations or additions unless approved by the
Historic Resources Commission and such alterations are in keeping with the Secretary of
Interior’s Standards; deteriorating, dilapidated or unrepaired structures such as fences, roofs,
doors, walls, and windows; storage of junk, trash, debris, discarded or unused objects such as
cars, appliances, or furniture; and other unsightly by decoration, structure or vegetation which is
unsightly by reason of its height, condition, or inappropriate location.
e. Owner shall allow reasonable periodic inspection by prior appointment, as needed
or at least every five (5) years after the initial inspection, of the interior and exterior of the
Historic Property by representatives of the City of Santa Ana, the County Assessor, the State
Department of Parks and Recreation, and the State Board of Equalization, to determine the
Owners’ compliance with the terms and provisions of this Agreement.
4. Furnishing of Information.
Owner hereby agrees to furnish City with any and all information requested which may
be necessary or advisable to determine compliance with the terms and provisions of this
Agreement.
5. Cancellation.
a. City, following a duly noticed public hearing by the City Council as set forth in
Government Code Section 50280, et. seq., may cancel this Agreement if it determines that
Owner has breached any of the conditions of this Agreement, or have allowed the property to
deteriorate to the point that it no longer meets the standards for a qualified Historic Property, or
if City determines that Owner has failed to restore or rehabilitate the property in the manner
specified in Section 3 of this Agreement. If a contract is cancelled for these reasons, Owner shall
pay a cancellation fee to the County Auditor as set forth in Government Code Section 50286.
This cancellation fee shall be a percentage (currently set at twelve and one-half (12 ½) percent
by Government Code Section 50286) of the current fair market value of the property at the time
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of the cancellation, as determined by the county assessor, without regard to any restriction
imposed pursuant to this Agreement.
b. If the Historic Property is destroyed by earthquake, fire, flood or other natural
disaster such that in the opinion of the City Building Official more than sixty (60) percent of the
original fabric of the structure must be replaced, this Agreement shall be canceled immediately
because, in effect, the historic value of the structure will have been destroyed. No fee shall be
imposed in the case of destruction by acts of God or natural disaster.
c. If the Historic Property is acquired by eminent domain and the City Council
determines that the acquisition frustrates the purpose of this Agreement, this Agreement shall be
cancelled and no fee imposed, as specified in Government Code Section 50288.
6. Enforcement of Agreement.
a. In lieu of and/or in addition to any provisions to cancel the Agreement as
referenced herein, City may specifically enforce, or enjoin the breach of, the terms of the
Agreement. In the event of a default, under the provisions to cancel the Agreement by Owner,
the City shall give written notice to Owner by registered or certified mail, and if such a violation
is not corrected to the reasonable satisfaction of the City Manager or designee within thirty (30)
days thereafter, or if not corrected within such a reasonable time as may be required to cure the
breach or default, or default cannot be cured within thirty (30) days (provided that acts to cure
the breach or default may be commenced within thirty (30) days and shall thereafter be diligently
pursued to completion by Owner), then City may, without further notice, declare a default under
the terms of this Agreement and may bring any action necessary to specifically enforce the
obligations of Owner growing out of the terms of this Agreement, apply to any court, state or
federal, for injunctive relief against any violation by Owner or apply for such relief as may be
appropriate.
b. City does not waive any claim of default by the Owner if City does not enforce or
cancel this Agreement. All other remedies at law or in equity which are not otherwise provided
for in this Agreement or in City’s regulations governing historic properties are available to City
to pursue in the event that there is a breach of this Agreement. No waiver by City of any breach
or default under this Agreement shall be deemed to be a waiver of any other subsequent breach
thereof or default hereunder.
7. Binding effect of Agreement.
a. Owner hereby subjects the Historic Property, located at 2145 North Greenleaf
Street, Assessor Parcel Number, 002-112-30, and more particularly described in Exhibit A, in
the City of Santa Ana, to the covenants, conditions, and restrictions as set forth in this
Agreement.
b. City and Owner hereby declare their specific intent that the covenants, conditions
and restrictions as set forth herein shall be deemed covenants running with the land and shall
pass to and be binding upon Owner’s successors and assigns in title or interest to the Historic
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Property. Every contract, deed, or other instrument hereinafter executed, covering or conveying
the Historic Property or any portion thereof, shall conclusively be held to have been executed,
delivered, and accepted subject to the tenants, restrictions, and reservations expressed in this
Agreement regardless of whether such covenants, restrictions and reservations are set forth in
such contract, deed, or other instrument.
8. No Compensation.
Owner shall not receive any payment from City in consideration of the obligation
imposed under this Agreement, it being recognized that the consideration for the execution of
this Agreement is the substantial public benefit to be derived therefrom and the advantage that
will accrue to Owner as a result of the effect upon the assessed value of the Property on the
account of the restrictions on the use and preservation of the Property.
9. Notice.
Any notice required by the terms of this Agreement shall be sent to the address of the
respective parties as specified below or at other addresses that may be later specified by the
parties hereto.
City: City of Santa Ana
20 Civic Center Plaza (M-30)
Santa Ana, CA 92702
Attn: Clerk of the Council
Owner: Dana M. Karges and Terry L. Karges
2145 North Greenleaf Street
Santa Ana, CA 92706
10. General Provisions.
a. None of the terms, provisions, or conditions of this Agreement shall be deemed
to create a partnership between the parties hereto and any of their heirs, successors, or assigns,
nor shall such terms, provisions or conditions cause them to be considered joint ventures or
members of any joint enterprise.
b. Owner agrees to and shall indemnify and hold City and its elected and
appointed officials, officers, agents, and employees harmless from liability for damage or claims
for damage for personal injuries, including death, and claims for property damage which may
arise from the direct or indirect use or operations of Owner or those of his or her contractor,
subcontractor, agent, employee, or other person acting on his or her behalf which relates to the
use, operation, and maintenance of the Historic Property. Owner hereby agrees to and shall
defend City and its elected and appointed officials, officers, agents, and employees with respect
to any and all actions for damages caused by, or alleged to have been caused by, reason of
Owners’ activities in connection with the Historic Property.
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c. This hold harmless provision applies to all damages and claims for damages
suffered, or alleged to have been suffered, and costs of defense incurred, by reason of the
operations referred to in this Agreement regardless of whether or not City prepared, supplied, or
approved the plans, specifications or other documents for the Historic Property.
d. All of the agreements, rights, covenants, reservations, and restrictions contained
in this Agreement shall be binding upon and shall inure to the benefit of the parties herein, their
heirs, successors, legal representatives, assigns, and all persons acquiring any part or portion of
the Historic Property, whether by operation of law on in any manner whatsoever.
e. In the event legal proceedings are brought by any party or parties to enforce or
restrain a violation of any of the covenants, reservations, or restrictions contained herein, or to
determine the rights and duties of any party hereunder, the prevailing party in such proceeding
may recover all reasonable attorney’s fees to be fixed by the court, in addition to court costs and
other relief ordered by the court.
f. In the event that any of the provisions of this Agreement are held to be
unenforceable or invalid by any court of competent jurisdiction, or by subsequent preemptive
legislation, the validity and enforceability of the remaining provisions, or portions thereof, shall
not be effected thereby.
g. This Agreement shall be construed and governed in accordance with the laws of
the State of California, with venue in Orange County.
11. Recordation.
No later than twenty (20) days after the parties execute and enter into this Agreement,
City shall cause this Agreement to be recorded in the office of the County Recorder of the
County of Orange.
12. Notice of the Contract to Office of Historic Preservation.
No later than six (6) months of entering into the contract, Owner or Owner’s agent shall
provide written notice of this Agreement to the Office of Historic Preservation.
13. Amendments.
This Agreement may be amended, in whole or in part, only by a written recorded
instrument executed by the parties hereto.
14. Effective Date
This Agreement shall be effective on the day and year first written above in Section 1.
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ATTEST: CITY OF SANTA ANA
________________________ _________________________
MARIA D. HUIZAR RAUL GODINEZ II
Clerk of the Council City Manager
OWNER:
Date: ______________________ By:_________________________
DANA M. KARGES
Date: ______________________ By:_________________________
TERRY L. KARGES
APPROVED AS TO FORM: RECOMMENDED FOR APPROVAL:
SONIA CARVALHO
City Attorney
By: _____________________ _____________________
LISA STORCK MINH THAI
Assistant City Attorney Executive Director
Planning and Building Agency
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EXHIBIT A
LEGAL DESCRIPTION
LOT 6 OF TRACT NO. 745, IN THE CITY OF SANTA ANA, COUNTY OF ORANGE,
STATE OF CALIFORNIA, AS PER MAP RECORDED IN BOOK 22, PAGE(S) 12 OF
MISCELLANEOUS MAPS IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY RECORDER OF SAID
COUNTY. FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY RECORDER OF ORANGE
COUNTY.
Assessor’s Parcel Number: 002-112-30
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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Edwards House
2145 North Greenleaf Street
Santa Ana, CA 92706
NAME Edwards House REF. NO.
ADDRESS 2145 North Greenleaf Street
CITY Santa Ana ZIP 92706 ORANGE COUNTY
YEAR BUILT 1925 LOCAL REGISTER CATEGORY: Contributive
HISTORIC DISTRICT None NEIGHBORHOOD Floral Park
CALIFORNIA REGISTER CRITERIA FOR EVALUATION C/3 CALIFORNIA REGISTER STATUS CODE 5S3
Location: Not for Publication Unrestricted
Prehistoric Historic Both
ARCHITECTURAL STYLE: Spanish Colonial Revival
The Mission/Spanish Colonial Revival style, as its name implies, encompasses two major subcategories. The Mission
Revival vocabulary, popular between 1890 and 1920, drew its inspiration from the missions of the Southwest. Identifying
features include curved parapets (or espadaña); red tiled roofs and coping; low-pitched roofs, often with overhanging
eaves; porch roofs supported by large, square piers; arches; and wall surfaces commonly covered in smooth stucco. The
Spanish Colonial Revival flourished between 1915 and 1940, reaching its apex during the 1920s and 1930s. The
movement received widespread attention after the Panama-California Exposition in San Diego in 1915, where lavish
interpretations of Spanish and Mexican prototypes were showcased. Easily recognizable hallmarks of the Spanish
Colonial Revival are low-pitched roofs, usually with little or no overhangs and red tile roof coverings, flat roofs surrounded
by tiled parapets, and stuccoed walls. The Spanish vocabulary also includes arches, asymmetry, balconies and patios,
window grilles, and wood, wrought iron, tile, or stone decorative elements.
SUMMARY/CONCLUSION:
The Edwards House qualifies for listing in the Santa Ana Register of Historical Properties under Criterion 1, for its
exemplification of the distinguishing characteristics of the Spanish Colonial Revival style. Additionally, the house has
been categorized as “Contributive” because it “contributes to the overall character and history” of the Floral Park
neighborhood and “is a good example of period architecture,” representing the Spanish Colonial Revival style in Santa
Ana (Santa Ana Municipal Code, Section 30-2.2).
EXPLANATION OF CODES:
•California Register Criteria for Evaluation: (From California Office of Historic Preservation, Technical Assistance
Series # 7, “How to Nominate Resources to the California Register of Historical Resources,” September 4, 2001.)
3: It embodies the distinctive characteristics of a type, period, region, or method of construction, or
represents the work of a master, or possesses high artistic values.
•It embodies the distinctive characteristics of a type, period, region, or method of construction, or represents the work
of a master, or possesses high artistic values.
5S3: Appears to be individually eligible for local listing or designation through survey evaluation
EXHIBIT B1
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State of California The Resources Agency Primary #______________________________________________
DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION HRI #__________________________________________________
PRIMARY RECORD Trinomial______________________________________________
NRHP Status Code_____________________________________
Other Listings_____________________________________________________________________
Review Code________ Reviewer________________________ Date_______________
Page _1_ of _3_ Resource name(s) or number (assigned by recorder) Edwards House
P1. Other Identifier:
*P2. Location: Not for Publication Unrestricted *a. County Orange County
*b. USGS 7.5’ Quad TCA 1725 Date: March 3, 2015
*c. Address 2145 North Greenleaf Street City Santa Ana Zip 92706
*e. Other Locational Data: Assessor’s Parcel Number 002-112-30
*P3a. Description: (Describe resource and its major elements. Include design, materials, condition, alterations, size, setting, and boundaries)
Located in Floral Park, the Edwards House is a one-story house constructed in the Spanish Colonial Revival architectural
style. The building is rectangular in plan with a porte-cochere attached at the south elevation, and a contemporary wood-
framed overhang that extends east of the porte-cochere. The house has a predominantly flat roof that is accented by a flat
perimeter parapet, an angular stepped parapet, and shallow, moderate-pitch asymmetrical gable at the primary, west
elevation. While the roofing material at the flat roof portion is not observable, clay barrel tiles clad the parapets as coping, and
clad the asymmetrical gable, and porte-cochere. Fenestration at the primary elevation consists of tripartite Prairie School-
style wood casement windows, with windows on the secondary elevations comprised of single-light, double-hung wood
windows. The windows at the west elevation are shaded by fabric awnings. The main entry is located within a recessed entry
portico under the asymmetrical gable, and consists of a door flanked by two sidelights—all which exhibit a Prairie School-
style glazing pattern. Both the entry portico and the porte-cochere share distinctively shaped openings marked by rounded
corners. There is a detached garage located behind the house along the southern parcel boundary. The property is generally
landscaped with low vegetation, shrubs, and lawn. The property retains a high degree of integrity.
*P3b. Resource Attributes: (list attributes and codes) HP2. Single-family residence
*P4. Resources Present: Building Structure Object Site District Element of District Other
P5b. Photo: (view and date)
February 2018
Front elevation, facing east.
*P6. Date Constructed/Age and
Sources: historic
1925/City of Santa Ana Building
Permit
*P7. Owner and Address:
Dana M. and Terry L. Karges
2145 North Greenleaf Street
Santa Ana, CA 92706
*P8. Recorded by:
Ricardo Soto, Associate Planner
20 Civic Center Plaza M-20
Santa Ana, CA 92702
*P9. Date Recorded:
October 4, 2018
*P10. Survey Type:
Intensive Survey
*P11. Report Citation: (Cite survey
report and other sources, or enter “none”)
None
*Attachments: None Location Map Sketch Map Continuation Sheet Building, Structure, and Object Record
Archaeological Record District Record Linear Feature Record Milling Station Record Rock Art Record
Artifact Record Photograph Record Other (list)
DPR 523A (1/95) *Required information
P5a. Photo
EXHIBIT B2
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State of California The Resources Agency Primary #__________________________________________
DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION HRI#______________________________________________
BUILDING, STRUCTURE, AND OBJECT RECORD
Page 2 of 3 *NRHP Status Code_5S3_________________________
*Resource Name or #: Edwards House B1. Historic Name: Edwards House
B2. Common Name: Same
B3. Original Use: Single-family residence B4. Present Use: Single-family Residence
*B5. Architectural Style: Spanish Colonial Revival
*B6. Construction History: (Construction date, alterations, and date of alterations): Constructed August 24, 1925. $4,000.
September 5, 1935. Reroof. $95.
December 2, 1946. Reroof residence by Ross & Barrows. $192.
March 24, 1995. Seismic Retrofit. $2,000.
January 2, 1997. Reroof – House and Carport (Built-up roof to Built-up roof. $2,750.
August 13, 2018. Demo of unpermitted carport. $1,000.
August 20, 2018. Changeout (1) dining room window and replace with french doors. $3,800.
*B7. Moved?No Yes Unknown Date:________ Original Location:_____________________________
*B8. Related Features: Garage.
B9a. Architect: Unknown b. Builder: Roy Russell
*B10. Significance: Theme Residential Architecture Area Santa Ana
Period of Significance: 1925 Property Type: Single-family Residence Applicable Criteria: 1
(Discuss importance in terms of historical or architectural context as defined by theme, period, and geographic scope. Also address integrity)
The Edwards House is architecturally significant as a characteristic example of the Spanish Colonial Revival style. This
house was originally constructed in 1925 by Roy Russell, and was valued at approximately $4,000, according to the original
building permit. At the time of its construction the listed property owner was Roy Russell, who was a prominent builder and
sub-divider of the Floral Park neighborhood, repectively. According to city directories, R.C. Edwards, an accountant that
specialized in Federal and State income tax and inheritance and estate taxes, occupied the residence in 1926. The next
recorded occupant was C.S. Givens, owner of the Givens & Cannon Drug Co. with two locations at 433 West Fourth Street
and 1703 North Main Street, respectively. Mr. Givens was last listed in city directories as occupyng the home in the 1954
directory. The next documented occupant of the home was L.M. Weaver, whom was listed as retired at the time.
(See Continuation Sheet 3 of 3.)
B11. Additional Resource Attributes: (List attributes and codes)
*B12. References:
City of Santa Ana Building Permits
Harris, Cyril M. American Architecture: An Illustrated Encyclopedia. New York, WW Norton, 1998.
Santa Ana History Room Collection, Santa Ana Public Library
Sanborn Maps
(See Continuation Sheet 3 of 3.)
B13. Remarks:
*B14. Evaluator: Leslie Huemann, Chattel Inc.
*Date of Evaluation: October 4, 2018
DPR 523B (1/95) *Required information
Sketch Map
Edwards House
2145 North Greenleaf Street
(This space reserved for official comments.)
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State of California The Resources Agency Primary # _____________________________________________
DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION HRI # ________________________________________________
CONTINUATION SHEET Trinomial _____________________________________________
Page 3_ of 3_ Resource Name: Edwards House
*Recorded by Ricardo Soto *Date October 4, 2018 Continuation Update
DPR 523L
*B10. Significance (continued):
Santa Ana was founded by William Spurgeon in 1869 as a speculative town site on part of the Spanish land grant known as
Rancho Santiago de Santa Ana. The civic and commercial core of the community was centered around the intersection of
Main and Fourth Streets. Stimulated by the arrival of the Santa Fe Railroad and incorporation as a city in 1886, and selection
as the seat of the newly created County of Orange in 1889, the city grew outwards, with residential neighborhoods
developing to the north, south, and east of the city center. Agricultural uses predominated in the outlying areas, with
cultivated fields and orchards dotted with widely scattered farmhouses.
The Edwards House is located in Floral Park, a neighborhood northwest of downtown Santa Ana bounded by West
Seventeenth Street, North Flower Street, Riverside Drive, and Broadway. Groves of oranges, avocados, and walnuts and
widely scattered ranch houses characterized this area before 1920. Developer and builder Allison Honer (1897-1981),
credited as the subdivider and builder of a major portion of northwest Santa Ana, arrived in Santa Ana from Beaver Falls,
New York in 1922 (Talbert, pages 353-356). “Before nightfall on the day of his arrival, Mr. Honer purchased a parcel of land.
And that month, he began building custom homes in Santa Ana” (Orange County Register, September 15, 1981). The parcel
chosen became the Floral Park subdivision between Seventeenth Street and Santiago Creek. “When built in the 1920s, the
Floral Park homes were the most lavish and expensive in the area. They sold for about $45,000 each” (Orange County
Register, September 15, 1981). Revival architecture in a wide variety of romantic styles was celebrated in the 1920s and
1930s and Floral Park showcased examples of the English Tudor, French Norman, Spanish Colonial, and Colonial Revival.
The Allison Honer Construction Company went on to complete such notable projects as the 1935 Art Deco styled Old Santa
Ana City Hall, the El Toro Marine Base during World War II, and the 1960 Honer Shopping Plaza. Honer lived in the
neighborhood he had helped to create, at 615 West Santa Clara Avenue.
In the late 1920s and 1930s, another builder, Roy Roscoe Russell (1881-1965), continued developing the groves of Floral
Park. An early Russell project was his 1928 subdivision of Victoria Drive between West Nineteenth Street and West Santa
Clara Avenue. The homes were quite grand and displayed various revival styles, including Russell’s own large, Colonial
Revival mansion at 2009 Victoria Drive. In the early post World War II years, Floral Park continued its development as
numerous, smaller, single-family houses were built. Continuing in the Floral Park tradition, they were mostly revival in style. In
the 1950s, low, horizontal Ranch Style houses completed the growth of Floral Park. Today (2018) Floral Park maintains its
identity as the premier neighborhood of Santa Ana, historically home to many affluent and prominent citizens.
The Edwards House qualifies for listing in the Santa Ana Register of Historical Properties under Criterion 1, as a building with
the “distinguishing characteristics of an architectural style or period,” representative of the Spanish Colonial Revival style.
Typical features of the Spanish Colonial Revival exhibited by the Edwards House include stucco cladding, barrel tile coping
and roofing, asymmetrical composition, arched openings, and stepped parapet. Additionally, the house has been categorized
as “Contributive” because it “contributes to the overall character and history” of the Floral Park neighborhood and is a “good
example of period architecture” as a highly intact example of a one-story Spanish Colonial Revival house from the 1920s.
Character defining features of the Edwards House that should be preserved include, but may not be limited to: materials and
finishes (stucco); roof configuration, materials, and treatment (clay barrel tiling); massing and composition; doors and
windows (Prairie School-style wood casement windows, where extant); entry portico; and porte-cochere.
*B12. References (continued):
Harris, Cyril M. American Architecture: An Illustrated Encyclopedia. New York, WW Norton, 1998.
Marsh, Diann. Santa Ana, An Illustrated History. Encinitas, Heritage Publishing, 1994.
McAlester, Virginia and Lee. A Field Guide to American Houses. New York: Alfred A. Knopf, 1984.
National Register Bulletin 16A. “How to Complete the National Register Registration Form.” Washington DC: National
Register Branch, National Park Service, US Dept. of the Interior, 1991.
Office of Historic Preservation. “Instructions for Recording Historical Resources.” Sacramento: March 1995.
Whiffen, Marcus. American Architecture Since 1780. Cambridge: MIT Press, 1969.
Santa Ana and Orange County Directories, 1905-2017.
Ancestry.com
Newspapers.com (Santa Ana Register)
Historic Maps, Santa Ana History Room, 1912, 1923, 1932, and 1955.
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MILLS ACT AGREEMENT
2145 North Greenleaf Street
Santa Ana, CA 92706
Exhibit C
Exterior work shall be reviewed by the Historic Resources Commission and subject to the U.S.
Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for Rehabilitation of Historic Buildings, as follows:
1. Every reasonable effort shall be made to provide a compatible use for a property
which requires minimal alteration of the building, structure, or site and its
environment, or to use a property for its originally intended purpose.
2. The distinguishing original qualities or character of a building, structure or site
and its environment shall not be destroyed. The removal or alteration of any
historic material or distinctive architectural features should be avoided when
possible.
3. All buildings, structures, and sites shall be recognized as products of their own
time. Alterations that have no historical basis and which seek to create an earlier
appearance shall be discouraged.
4. Changes which may have taken place in the course of time are evidence of the
history and development of a building, structure, or site and its environment.
These changes may have acquired significance in their own right, and this
significance shall be recognized and respected.
5. Distinctive stylistic features or examples of skilled craftsmanship which
characterize a building, structure, or site shall be treated with sensitivity.
6. Deteriorated architectural features shall be repaired rather than replaced,
whenever possible. In the event replacement is necessary, the new material
should match the material being replaced in composition, design, color, texture,
and other visual qualities. Repair or replacement of missing architectural features
should be based on accurate duplications of features, substantiated by historic,
physical, or pictorial evidence rather than on conjectural designs or the
availability of different architectural elements from the other buildings or
structures.
7. The surface cleaning of structures shall be undertaken with the gentlest means
possible. Sandblasting and other cleaning methods that will damage the historic
building materials shall not be undertaken.
8. Every reasonable effort shall be made to protect and reserve archaeological
resources affected by, or adjacent to any project.
9. Contemporary design for alterations and additions to existing properties shall not
be discouraged when such alterations and additions do not destroy significant
historical, architectural or cultural material, an such design is compatible with
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size, scale, color, material and character of the property, neighborhood, or
environment.
10. Wherever possible, new additions or alterations to structures shall be done in such
a manner that if such additions or alterations need to be removed in the future, the
essential form and integrity of the structure would be unimpaired.
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2145 NORTH GREENLEAF STREET
EDWARDS HOUSE
P L A N N I N G AND B U I L D I N G A G E N C Y
500’ RADIUS
SITE
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FREE RECORDING PURSUANT TO
GOVERNMENT CODE § 27383
RESOLUTION NO. 2018-xx
A RESOLUTION OF THE HISTORIC RESOURCES
COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA APPROVING
HISTORIC RESOURCES COMMISSION APPLICATION
NO. 2017-51 TO PLACE THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT
2203 NORTH FLOWER STREET, SANTA ANA, ON THE
HISTORICAL REGISTER AND APPROVING HISTORIC
REGISTER CATEGORIZATION NO. 2017-50 PLACING
SAID PROPERTY WITHIN THE CONTRIBUTIVE
CATEGORY
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HISTORIC RESOURCES COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF SANTA ANA AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. The Historic Resources Commission of the City of Santa Ana
hereby finds, determines and declares as follows:
A. On October 4, 2018, the Historic Resources Commission held a duly
noticed public hearing for the placement on the Santa Ana Register of
Historical Properties (Historic Resources Commission Application No.
2017-51) and categorization (Historic Resources Commission
Categorization No. 2017-50) of the Jensen House located at 2203 North
Flower Street, Santa Ana.
B. The Jensen House has distinctive architectural features of the Minimal
Traditional style, and was built in 1936 by an unknown architect.
C. This home qualifies for listing on the Santa Ana Register of Historical
Properties and is eligible for categorization as “Contributive”. The Jensen
House qualifies for listing in the Santa Ana Register of Historical
Properties under Criterion 1, for its exemplification of the distinguishing
characteristics of the Minimal Traditional style. Additionally, the house has
been categorized as “Contributive” because it “contributes to the overall
character and history” of the Floral Park neighborhood and “is a good
example of period architecture,” representing the Minimal Traditional style
in Santa Ana. Character-defining features of the Jensen House that
should be preserved include, but may not be limited to: materials and
finishes (clapboard sheathing); roof configuration; massing; windows;
porch; and architectural details such as exposed beams and rafter tails,
and accent brick material.
D. The legal owners of the property are Nicholas B. Gillespie and John B.
Hicks.
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E. The legal description for the subject property is attached hereto as Exhibit
A and incorporated by this reference as though fully set forth herein.
F. The subject property meets the minimal standards for placement on the
City of Santa Ana Register of Historic Properties pursuant to Section 30-2
of the Santa Ana Municipal Code.
G. The subject property meets the minimal standards for placement in the
Contributive category pursuant to Section 30-2.2(3) of the Santa Ana
Municipal Code.
Section 2. 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. ER-2018-58 will be filed for this project.
Section 3. The Historic Resources Commission of the City of Santa Ana after
conducting the public hearing hereby approves:
A. Historic Resources Commission Application No. 2017-51 to place the
Jensen House located at 2203 North Flower Street, Santa Ana, 92706 on
the historical register, and
B. Historic Register Categorization No. 2017-50 placing the Jensen House
located at 2203 North Flower Street, Santa Ana, 92706 within the
Contributive category.
These decisions are based upon the evidence submitted at the above said
hearing, which includes, but is not limited to: the Staff Report and exhibits attached
thereto; the report entitled "Historical Property Description” and the public testimony, all of
which are incorporated herein by this reference.
Section 4. For the subject property, a report entitled "Historical Property
Description" is on file with the Planning Division, and is hereby approved and adopted, and
together with the staff report and this resolution, justify the findings for placement on the
City of Santa Ana Register of Historical Properties into a category. The Historic Resources
Commission Secretary is authorized and directed to include this resolution in the City of
Santa Ana Register of Historical Properties.
Section 5. The Historic Resources Commission Secretary is hereby directed to
file a certified copy of this Resolution with the County Recorder’s Office after the adoption
of this Resolution pursuant to Public Resources Code Section 5029.
ADOPTED this 4th day of October 2018.
__________________________
Alberta Christy, Chairperson
FREE RECORDING PURSUANT TO
GOVERNMENT CODE § 27383
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Sonia R. Carvalho, City Attorney
By:________________________
Lisa Storck
Assistant City Attorney
AYES: Commission members____________________________________
NOES: Commission members___________________________________
ABSTAIN: Commission members___________________________________
NOT PRESENT: Commission members___________________________________
CERTIFICATE OF ATTESTATION AND ORIGINALITY
I, SARAH BERNAL, Commission Secretary, do hereby attest to and certify the attached
Resolution No. 2018-xx to be the original resolution adopted by Historic Resources
Commission of the City of Santa Ana on October 4, 2018.
Date: ________________ ____________________________________
Commission Secretary
City of Santa Ana
FREE RECORDING PURSUANT TO
GOVERNMENT CODE § 27383
EXHIBIT A
LEGAL DESCRIPTION
APN Address Legal Description Owner Names
002-082-13 2203 North Flower Street THAT PORTION OF BLOCK
"C" OF TRACT NO. 41 AS
SHOWN ON A MAP
RECORDED IN BOOK 9,
PAGE 48 OF
MISCELLANEOUS MAPS, IN
THE OFFICE OF THE
COUNTY RECORDER OF
ORANGE COUNTY
DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS:
BEGINNING AT THE
INTERSECTION OF THE
EAST LINE OF FLOWER
STREET AS SAID FLOWER
STREET IS NOW LOCATED
WITH THE NORTH LINE OF
SAID BLOCK "C"; THENCE
SOUTH 1 DEGREE 40'30"
WEST ALONG THE EAST
LINE OF SAID FLOWER
STREET AS NOW LOCATED,
60 FEET; THENCE EAST
PARALLEL WITH THE NORTH
LINE OF SAID BLOCK "C",
150 FEET; THENCE NORTH 1
DEGREE 40'30" EAST
PARALLEL WITH THE EAST
LINE OF SAID FLOWER
STREET BLOCK "C"; THENCE
WEST ALONG THE NORTH
LINE OF SAIDE BLOCK "C";
150 FEET TO THE POINT OF
BEGINNING.
Nicholas B.
Gillespie and
John B. Hicks
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RECORDING REQUESTED BY
AND WHEN RECORDED MAIL TO:
City of Santa Ana
20 Civic Center Plaza (M-30)
Santa Ana, CA 92702
Attn: Clerk of the Council
FREE RECORDING PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE § 27383
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HISTORIC PROPERTY PRESERVATION AGREEMENT
This Historic Property Preservation Agreement (“Agreement”) is made and entered into
by and between the City of Santa Ana, a charter city and municipal corporation duly organized
and existing under the Constitution and laws of the of the State of California (hereinafter referred
to as “City”), Nicholas B. Gillespie and John B. Hicks, (hereinafter referred to as “Owners”),
owners of real property located at 2203 North Flower Street, Santa Ana, California, in the
County of Orange and listed on the Santa Ana Register of Historical Properties.
RECITALS
A. The City Council of the City of Santa Ana is authorized by California
Government Code Section 50280 et seq. (known as the “Mills Act”) to enter into
contracts with Owner of qualified historical properties to provide for appropriate
use, maintenance, rehabilitation and restoration such that these historic properties
retain their historic character and integrity.
B. The Owners possess fee title in and to that certain qualified real property together
with associated structures and improvements thereon, located at 2203 North
Flower Street, Santa Ana, CA, 92706 and more particularly described in Exhibit
A, attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference, and hereinafter referred
to as the “Historic Property”.
C. The Historic Property is officially designated on the Santa Ana Register of
Historical Properties pursuant to the requirements of Chapter 30 of the Santa Ana
Municipal Code.
D. The City and the property Owners, for their mutual benefit, now desire to enter
into this Agreement which defines and limits the use and alteration of this
Historic Property in order to enhance and maintain its value as a cultural and
historical resource for the Owners and for the community; to prevent
inappropriate alterations to the Historic Property and to ensure that repairs,
additions, new building, and other changes are appropriate; and to ensure that
rehabilitation and maintenance are carried out in an exemplary manner.
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E. The Owners and the City intend to carry out the purposes of California
Government Code, Chapter 1, Part 5 of Division 1 of Title 5, Article 12, Section
50280 et seq., which will enable the Historic Property to qualify for an assessment
of valuation as a restricted historical property pursuant to Article 1.9, Sec. 439 et
seq., Chapter 3 Part 2 of Division 1 of the California Tax and Revenue Code.
NOW, THEREFORE, the City of Santa Ana and the Owners of the Historic Property
agree as follows:
1. Effective Date and Terms of Agreement.
This Agreement shall be effective and commence on October 17, 2018, and shall remain
in effect for a term of ten (10) years thereafter. Each year, upon the anniversary of the effective
date of this Agreement, such initial term will automatically be extended as provided in California
Government Code Sections 50280 through 50290 and in Section 2, below.
2. Renewal.
a. Each year on the anniversary of the effective date of this Agreement, a year shall
automatically be added to the initial ten (10) year term of this Agreement unless written notice of
nonrenewal is served as provided herein.
b. If the Owners or the City desire(s) in any year not to renew the Agreement, the
Owners or City shall serve written notice of nonrenewal of the Agreement on the other party.
Unless such notice is served by the Owner to the City at least ninety (90) days prior to the annual
renewal date, or served by the City to the Owner at least sixty (60) days prior to the annual
renewal date, one (1) year shall automatically be added to the term of the Agreement as provided
herein.
c. Within 30 days from receipt of City’s notice of nonrenewal, the Owners may file
a written protest of City’s decision of nonrenewal. The City may, at any time prior to the annual
renewal date of the Agreement, withdraw its notice to the Owners of nonrenewal.
d. If either the Owners or the City serves notice to the other of nonrenewal in any
year, the Agreement shall remain in effect for the balance of the term then remaining, either from
its original execution or from the last renewal of the Agreement, whichever may apply.
3. Standards and Conditions for Historic Property.
During the term of this Agreement, the Historic Property shall be subject to the following
conditions, requirements and restrictions:
a. Owners shall maintain the Historic Property in a good state of repair and shall
preserve, maintain, and, where necessary, restore or rehabilitate the property and its character-
defining features described in the “Department of Parks and Recreation Primary Record”
attached hereto, marked as Exhibit B, notably the general architectural form, style, materials,
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design, scale, proportions, organization of windows, doors, and other openings, textures, details,
mass, roof line, porch and other aspects of the appearance of the exterior to the satisfaction of the
City.
b. All changes to the Historic Property shall comply with applicable City plans and
regulations, and conform to the rules and regulations of the Office of Historic Preservation of the
State of Department of Parks and Recreation, namely the U.S. Secretary of the Interior’s
Standards and Guidelines for Historic Preservation Projects. These guidelines are attached
hereto, marked as Exhibit C, and incorporated herein by this reference. Owners shall continually
maintain the Historic Property in the same or better condition.
c. A view corridor enabling the general public to see the Historic Property from the
public right-of-way shall be maintained, and Owners shall not be permitted to block the view
corridor to the property with any new structure, such as walls, fences or shrubbery, so as to
prevent the viewing of the historic landmark by the public.
d. The following are prohibited: demolition of the Historic Property or destruction of
character-defining features of the building or site; removal of trees and other major vegetation
unless removal is approved by a rehabilitation plan approved by the Historic Resources
Commission; paving of yard surface; exterior alterations or additions unless approved by the
Historic Resources Commission and such alterations are in keeping with the Secretary of
Interior’s Standards; deteriorating, dilapidated or unrepaired structures such as fences, roofs,
doors, walls, and windows; storage of junk, trash, debris, discarded or unused objects such as
cars, appliances, or furniture; and other unsightly by decoration, structure or vegetation which is
unsightly by reason of its height, condition, or inappropriate location.
e. Owners shall allow reasonable periodic inspection by prior appointment, as
needed or at least every five (5) years after the initial inspection, of the interior and exterior of
the Historic Property by representatives of the City of Santa Ana, the County Assessor, the State
Department of Parks and Recreation, and the State Board of Equalization, to determine the
Owner’s compliance with the terms and provisions of this Agreement.
4. Furnishing of Information.
The Owners hereby agree to furnish the City with any and all information requested
which may be necessary or advisable to determine compliance with the terms and provisions of
this Agreement.
5. Cancellation.
a. The City, following a duly noticed public hearing by the City Council as set forth
in Government Code Section 50280, et. seq., may cancel this Agreement if it determines that the
Owners have breached any of the conditions of this Agreement, or have allowed the property to
deteriorate to the point that it no longer meets the standards for a qualified Historic Property, or
if the City determines that the Owners have failed to restore or rehabilitate the property in the
manner specified in Section 3 of this Agreement. If a contract is cancelled for these reasons, the
Owners shall pay a cancellation fee to the County Auditor as set forth in Government Code
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Section 50286. This cancellation fee shall be a percentage (currently set at twelve and one-half
(12 ½) percent by Government Code Section 50286) of the current fair market value of the
property at the time of the cancellation, as determined by the county assessor, without regard to
any restriction imposed pursuant to this Agreement.
b. If the Historic Property is destroyed by earthquake, fire, flood or other natural
disaster such that in the opinion of the City Building Official more than sixty (60) percent of the
original fabric of the structure must be replaced, this Agreement shall be canceled immediately
because, in effect, the historic value of the structure will have been destroyed. No fee shall be
imposed in the case of destruction by acts of God or natural disaster.
c. If the Historic Property is acquired by eminent domain and the City Council
determines that the acquisition frustrates the purpose of this Agreement, this Agreement shall be
cancelled and no fee imposed, as specified in Government Code Section 50288.
6. Enforcement of Agreement.
a. In lieu of and/or in addition to any provisions to cancel the Agreement as
referenced herein, City may specifically enforce, or enjoin the breach of, the terms of the
Agreement. In the event of a default, under the provisions to cancel the Agreement by Owners,
the City shall give written notice to Owners by registered or certified mail, and if such a violation
is not corrected to the reasonable satisfaction of the City Manager or designee within thirty (30)
days thereafter, or if not corrected within such a reasonable time as may be required to cure the
breach or default, or default cannot be cured within thirty (30) days (provided that acts to cure
the breach or default may be commenced within thirty (30) days and shall thereafter be diligently
pursued to completion by Owners), then City may, without further notice, declare a default
under the terms of this Agreement and may bring any action necessary to specifically enforce the
obligations of Owners growing out of the terms of this Agreement, apply to any court, state or
federal, for injunctive relief against any violation by Owners or apply for such relief as may be
appropriate.
b. City does not waive any claim of default by the Owners if City does not enforce
or cancel this Agreement. All other remedies at law or in equity which are not otherwise
provided for in this Agreement or in City’s regulations governing historic properties are
available to City to pursue in the event that there is a breach of this Agreement. No waiver by
City of any breach or default under this Agreement shall be deemed to be a waiver of any other
subsequent breach thereof or default hereunder.
7. Binding effect of Agreement.
a. The Owners hereby subject the Historic Property, located at 2203 North Flower
Street, Assessor Parcel Number, 002-082-13, and more particularly described in Exhibit A, in
the City of Santa Ana, to the covenants, conditions and restrictions as set forth in this
Agreement.
b. The City and Owners hereby declare their specific intent that the covenants,
conditions and restrictions as set forth herein shall be deemed covenants running with the land
and shall pass to and be binding upon the Owners’ successors and assigns in title or interest to
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the Historic Property. Every contract, deed, or other instrument hereinafter executed, covering
or conveying the Historic Property or any portion thereof, shall conclusively be held to have
been executed, delivered, and accepted subject to the tenants, restrictions, and reservations
expressed in this Agreement regardless of whether such covenants, restrictions and reservations
are set forth in such contract, deed, or other instrument.
8. No Compensation.
Owners shall not receive any payment from the City in consideration of the obligation
imposed under this Agreement, it being recognized that the consideration for the execution of
this Agreement is the substantial public benefit to be derived therefrom and the advantage that
will accrue to the Owners as a result of the effect upon the assessed value of the property on the
account of the restrictions on the use and preservation of the property.
9. Notice.
Any notice required by the terms of this Agreement shall be sent to the address of the
respective parties as specified below or at other addresses that may be later specified by the
parties hereto.
City: City of Santa Ana
20 Civic Center Plaza (M-30)
Santa Ana, CA 92702
Attn: Clerk of the Council
Owners: Nicholas B. Gillespie and John B. Hicks
2203 N. Flower Street
Santa Ana, CA 92706
10. General Provisions.
a. None of the terms, provisions, or conditions of this Agreement shall be deemed
to create a partnership between the parties hereto and any of their heirs, successors, or assigns,
nor shall such terms, provisions or conditions cause them to be considered joint ventures or
members of any joint enterprise.
b. The Owners agree to and shall indemnify and hold the City and its elected and
appointed officials, officers, agents, and employees harmless from liability for damage or claims
for damage for personal injuries, including death, and claims for property damage which may
arise from the direct or indirect use or operations of the Owner or those of his or her contractor,
subcontractor, agent, employee, or other person acting on his or her behalf which relates to the
use, operation, and maintenance of the Historic Property. The Owners hereby agree to and shall
defend the City and its elected and appointed officials, officers, agents, and employees with
respect to any and all actions for damages caused by, or alleged to have been caused by, reason
of the Owners’ activities in connection with the Historic Property.
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c. This hold harmless provision applies to all damages and claims for damages
suffered, or alleged to have been suffered, and costs of defense incurred, by reason of the
operations referred to in this Agreement regardless of whether or not the City prepared, supplied,
or approved the plans, specifications or other documents for the Historic Property.
d. All of the agreements, rights, covenants, reservations, and restrictions contained
in this Agreement shall be binding upon and shall inure to the benefit of the parties herein, their
heirs, successors, legal representatives, assigns, and all persons acquiring any part or portion of
the Historic Property, whether by operation of law on in any manner whatsoever.
e. In the event legal proceedings are brought by any party or parties to enforce or
restrain a violation of any of the covenants, reservations, or restrictions contained herein, or to
determine the rights and duties of any party hereunder, the prevailing party in such proceeding
may recover all reasonable attorney’s fees to be fixed by the court, in addition to court costs and
other relief ordered by the court.
f. In the event that any of the provisions of this Agreement are held to be
unenforceable or invalid by any court of competent jurisdiction, or by subsequent preemptive
legislation, the validity and enforceability of the remaining provisions, or portions thereof, shall
not be effected thereby.
g. This Agreement shall be construed and governed in accordance with the laws of
the State of California.
11. Recordation.
No later than twenty (20) days after the parties execute and enter into this Agreement, the
City shall cause this Agreement to be recorded in the office of the County Recorder of the
County of Orange.
12. Amendments.
This Agreement may be amended, in whole or in part, only by a written recorded
instrument executed by the parties hereto.
13. Effective Date
This Agreement shall be effective on the day and year first written above.
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ATTEST: CITY OF SANTA ANA
________________________ _________________________
MARIA D. HUIZAR RAUL GODINEZ II
Clerk of the Council City Manager
OWNERS
Date: ______________________ By:_________________________
NICHOLAS B. GILLESPIE
Date: ______________________ By:_________________________
JOHN B. HICKS
APPROVED AS TO FORM: RECOMMENDED FOR APPROVAL:
SONIA CARVALHO
City Attorney
By: _____________________ _____________________
LISA STORCK MINH THAI
Assistant City Attorney Executive Director
Planning and Building Agency
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EXHIBIT A
LEGAL DESCRIPTION
THAT PORTION OF BLOCK "C" OF TRACT NO. 41 AS SHOWN ON A MAP RECORDED
IN BOOK 9, PAGE 48 OF MISCELLANEOUS MAPS, IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY
RECORDER OF ORANGE COUNTY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS:
BEGINNING AT THE INTERSECTION OF THE EAST LINE OF FLOWER STREET AS
SAID FLOWER STREET IS NOW LOCATED WITH THE NORTH LINE OF SAID BLOCK
"C"; THENCE SOUTH 1 DEGREE 40'30" WEST ALONG THE EAST LINE OF SAID
FLOWER STREET AS NOW LOCATED, 60 FEET; THENCE EAST PARALLEL WITH THE
NORTH LINE OF SAID BLOCK "C", 150 FEET; THENCE NORTH 1 DEGREE 40'30" EAST
PARALLEL WITH THE EAST LINE OF SAID FLOWER STREET BLOCK "C"; THENCE
WEST ALONG THE NORTH LINE OF SAIDE BLOCK "C"; 150 FEET TO THE POINT OF
BEGINNING. FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY RECORDER OF ORANGE
COUNTY.
Assessor’s Parcel Number: 002-082-13
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Jensen House
2203 North Flower Street
Santa Ana, CA 92706
NAME Jensen House REF. NO.
ADDRESS 2203 North Flower Street
CITY Santa Ana ZIP 92706 ORANGE COUNTY
YEAR BUILT 1936 LOCAL REGISTER CATEGORY: Contributive
HISTORIC DISTRICT N/A NEIGHBORHOOD Floral Park
CALIFORNIA REGISTER CRITERIA FOR EVALUATION 1,3 CALIFORNIA REGISTER STATUS CODE 5S3
Location: Not for Publication Unrestricted
Prehistoric Historic Both
ARCHITECTURAL STYLE: Minimal Traditional
During the Great Depression through the immediate postwar years, the Minimal Traditional home rose in popularity as the
preferred style for middle-class housing in the United States. This basic house type fulfilled both aesthetic and social
needs: in terms of aesthetics, the form represented a stripped-down version of the historic-eclectic styles popular in the
1920s, in particular the Tudor and English Revival styles. In social terms, the Minimal Traditional home satisfied
requirements in square footage and plan by the Federal Housing Administration (FHA), which launched a campaign in
this period to expand home ownership. The Minimal Traditional home served as the prototype used by the FHA in its
efforts to codify and manufacture “a standard, low-cost, minimum house that the majority of American wage earners could
afford” (Greg Hise, Magnetic Los Angeles, p. 57). Minimal Traditional homes are typically rectangular in plan and one-
story in height, often with a front-gabled wing and prominent attached chimney. In contrast with the English and Tudor
Revival styles the one-story version mimics, the Minimal Traditional home is capped with a low or intermediate pitch roof
with a hipped or side gable. Sheathing materials include stucco, brick, or wood, often accompanied by stone veneer
accents. Fenestration generally consists of multi-light casement, double-hung, and picture windows with wood frames.
The eaves and rakes of the Minimal Traditional home are typically shallow (in a departure from the later Ranch House
style, which they often resemble). Although they have little applied ornament, many Minimal Traditional homes often
display decorative wood shutters and porch-roof supports.
SUMMARY/CONCLUSION:
The Jensen House qualifies for listing in the Santa Ana Register of Historical Properties under Contributive for its
exemplification of the distinguishing characteristics of the Minimal Traditional style. Additionally, the house has been
categorized as “Contributive” because it “contributes to the overall character and history” of the Floral Park neighborhood
and “is a good example of period architecture,” representing the Minimal Traditional style in Santa Ana (Municipal Code,
Section 30-2.2).
EXPLANATION OF CODES:
•California Register Criteria for Evaluation: (From California Office of Historic Preservation, Technical Assistance
Series # 7, “How to Nominate Resources to the California Register of Historical Resources,” September 4, 2001.)
3: It embodies the distinctive characteristics of a type, period, region, or method of construction, or
represents the work of a master, or possesses high artistic values.
•It embodies the distinctive characteristics of a type, period, region, or method of construction, or represents the
work of a master, or possesses high artistic values.
5S3: Appears to be individually eligible for local listing or designation through survey evaluation
EXHIBIT B1
State of California The Resources Agency Primary #______________________________________________
DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION HRI #__________________________________________________
PRIMARY RECORD Trinomial______________________________________________
NRHP Status Code_____________________________________
Other Listings_____________________________________________________________________
Review Code________ Reviewer________________________ Date_______________
Page _1_ of _3_ Resource name(s) or number (assigned by recorder) Jensen House
P1. Other Identifier:
*P2. Location: Not for Publication Unrestricted *a. County Orange County
*b. USGS 7.5’ Quad TCA 1725 Date: March 3, 2015
*c. Address 2203 North Flower Street City Santa Ana Zip 92706
*e. Other Locational Data: Assessor’s Parcel Number 002-082-13
*P3a. Description: (Describe resource and its major elements. Include design, materials, condition, alterations, size, setting, and boundaries)
The Jensen House is an intact example of the Minimal Traditional style. This single-family residential building has a multi-
gabled moderate-pitch roof clad in composition shingle roofing with exposed rafters that extends over the driveway, creating
a porte-cochere. Architectural detailing along front elevation includes vertical flush wood cladding in the front gable end, with
horizontal flush wood cladding and stucco cladding the remainder of the exterior. Fenestration includes large multi-light fixed
window at the projecting front gable and double-hung wood windows with speedline sashes at the west elevation—all with
decorative shutters—as well as a small octagonal fixed window near the center of the primary elevation. The partial-width
porch and porte-cochere are both supported by paired square porch supports with diamond-shaped elements. A detached
garage at the rear of the property utilizes vertical flush wood cladding with minimal overhangs. The house includes two
circular attic vents on the front elevation. The house appears intact and is in good condition.
*P3b. Resource Attributes: (list attributes and codes) HP2. Single-Family Residence
*P4. Resources Present: Building Structure Object Site District Element of District Other
P5b. Photo: (view and date)
Primary East Elevation
March 29, 2018
*P6. Date Constructed/Age and
Sources: historic
1936/ City of Santa Ana Building
Permit
*P7. Owner and Address:
Nicholas B. Gillespie and John B.
Hicks
2203 North Flower Street
Santa Ana, CA 92706
*P8. Recorded by:
Manuel J. Escamilla
20 Civic Center Plaza M-20
Santa Ana, CA 92702
*P9. Date Recorded:
October 4, 2018
*P10 . Survey Type:
Intensive Survey Update
*P11. Report Citation: (Cite survey
report and other sources, or enter “none”)
None
*Attachments: None Location Map Sketch Map Continuation Sheet Building, Structure, and Object Record
Archaeological Record District Record Linear Feature Record Milling Station Record Rock Art Record
Artifact Record Photograph Record Other (list)
DPR 523A (1/95) *Required information
P5a. Photo
EXHIBIT B2
State of California The Resources Agency Primary #__________________________________________
DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION HRI#______________________________________________
BUILDING, STRUCTURE, AND OBJECT RECORD
Page 2 of 3 *NRHP Status Code_5S3_________________________
*Resource Name or #: Jensen House B1. Historic Name: Jensen House
B2. Common Name: Same
B3. Original Use: Single-Family Residence B4. Present Use: Single-Family Residence
*B5. Architectural Style: Minimal Traditional
*B6. Construction History: (Construction date, alterations, and date of alterations): Constructed August 10, 1936. $5,500.
September 9, 1996. Reroof SFD and detached garage.$2,350.
March 8, 2010. Removal of unpermtited rear patio and shed.
August 3, 2016. Removal of original furnace, replace with HVAC system.
*B7. Moved? No Yes Unknown Date:__________ Original
Location:_____________________________
*B8. Related Features: None.
B9a. Architect: Unknown b. Builder: Unknown
*B10. Significance: Theme Residential Architecture Area Santa Ana
Period of Significance: 1936
Property Type: Single-Family Residence Applicable Criteria: A/1, C/3
(Discuss importance in terms of historical or architectural context as defined by theme, period, and geographic scope. Also address integrity)
The Jensen House is significant as a representative example of a Minimal Traditional house from the middle decades of the
twentieth century in Santa Ana. The address first appears in the 1937 Santa Ana Directory with Louis R. Braasch listed as the
owner. Mr. Braasch was a Building Contractor. Charles J. Johnson was shown to have owned the home in 1941. In 1945
Inventor Arthur E. Jensen was living at the residence with his wife Jeannette Jensen. They lived in the home until 1954 when
Mrs. Margit R. was shown as the owner. The 1956 Santa Ana directory indicates that optometrist Gordon Sidney and his wife
Florence Sidney lived in the home until at least 1962. City of Santa Ana building permits show that an unpermitted porch
addition to the rear of the property was removed in 2010.
(See Continuation Sheet 3 of 3.)
B11. Additional Resource Attributes: (List attributes and codes)
*B12. References:
City of Santa Ana Building Permits
Santa Ana History Room Collection, Santa Ana Public Library
Sanborn Maps
(See Continuation Sheet 3 of 3.)
B13. Remarks:
*B14. Evaluator: Brian Matuk/Chattel, Inc.
*Date of Evaluation: October 4, 2018
DPR 523B (1/95) *Required information
Sketch Map
(This space reserved for official comments.)
Jensen House
2203 North Flower Street
State of California The Resources Agency Primary # _____________________________________________
DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION HRI # ________________________________________________
CONTINUATION SHEET Trinomial _____________________________________________
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*Recorded by Manuel J. Escamilla *Date October 4, 2018 Continuation Update
DPR 523L
*B10. Significance (continued):
Santa Ana was founded by William Spurgeon in 1869 as a speculative town site on part of the Spanish land grant known as
Rancho Santiago de Santa Ana. The civic and commercial core of the community was centered around the intersection of
Main and Fourth Streets. Stimulated by the arrival of the Santa Fe Railroad and incorporation as a city in 1886, and selection
as the seat of the newly created County of Orange in 1889, the city grew outwards, with residential neighborhoods
developing to the north, south, and east of the city center. Agricultural uses predominated in the outlying areas, with
cultivated fields and orchards dotted with widely scattered farmhouses.
The Jensen House is located in Floral Park, a neighborhood northwest of downtown Santa Ana bounded by West
Seventeenth Street, North Flower Street, Riverside Drive, and Broadway. Groves of oranges, avocados, and walnuts and
widely scattered ranch houses characterized this area before 1920. Developer and builder Allison Honer (1897-1981),
credited as the subdivider and builder of a major portion of northwest Santa Ana, arrived in Santa Ana from Beaver Falls,
New York in 1922 (Talbert, pages 353-356). “Before nightfall on the day of his arrival, Mr. Honer purchased a parcel of land.
And that month, he began building custom homes in Santa Ana” (Orange County Register, September 15, 1981). The parcel
chosen became the Floral Park subdivision between Seventeenth Street and Santiago Creek. “When built in the 1920s, the
Floral Park homes were the most lavish and expensive in the area. They sold for about $45,000 each” (Orange County
Register, September 15, 1981). Revival architecture in a wide variety of romantic styles was celebrated in the 1920s and
1930s and Floral Park showcased examples of the English Tudor, French Norman, Spanish Colonial, and Colonial Revival.
The Allison Honer Construction Company went on to complete such notable projects as the 1935 Art Deco styled Old Santa
Ana City Hall, the El Toro Marine Base during World War II, and the 1960 Honer Shopping Plaza. Honer lived in the
neighborhood he had helped to create, at 615 West Santa Clara Avenue.
In the late 1920s and 1930s, another builder, Roy Roscoe Russell (1881-1965), continued developing the groves of Floral
Park. An early Russell project was his 1928 subdivision of Victoria Drive between West Nineteenth Street and West Santa
Clara Avenue. The homes were quite grand and displayed various revival styles, including Russell’s own large, Colonial
Revival mansion at 2009 Victoria Drive. In the early post World War II years, Floral Park continued its development as
numerous, smaller, single-family houses were built. Continuing in the Floral Park tradition, they were mostly revival in style. In
the 1950s, low, horizontal Ranch Style houses completed the growth of Floral Park. Today (2018) Floral Park maintains its
identity as the premier neighborhood of Santa Ana, historically home to many affluent and prominent citizens.
The Jensen House qualifies for listing in the Santa Ana Register of Historical Properties as “Contributive” for its
representation of the distinguishing characteristics of the Minimal Traditional style.Character defining features of the Jensen
House include characteristic Minimal Traditional features: including the moderate pitch cross-gable roof, minimal architectural
detailing along front elevation including vertical flush wood cladding in the gable ends of the projecting front gable, roof eaves
with minimal overhang, multi-light wood windows with decorative shutters, a small octagonal casement window, lapped
horizontal and flush vertical wood boards, smooth stucco, and accent brick work at the porch. Character-defining exterior
features of the Jensen House that should be preserved include, but may not be limited to: sheathing (clapboard); roof
configuration; massing; windows; porch; and architectural details such as exposed beams and rafter tails, and accent brick
material.
*B12. References (continued):
Harris, Cyril M. American Architecture: An Illustrated Encyclopedia. New York, WW Norton, 1998.
Marsh, Diann. Santa Ana, An Illustrated History. Encinitas, Heritage Publishing, 1994.
McAlester, Virginia and Lee. A Field Guide to American Houses. New York: Alfred A. Knopf, 1984.
National Register Bulletin 16A. “How to Complete the National Register Registration Form.” Washington DC: National
Register Branch, National Park Service, US Dept. of the Interior, 1991.
Office of Historic Preservation. “Instructions for Recording Historical Resources.” Sacramento: March 1995.
Whiffen, Marcus. American Architecture Since 1780. Cambridge: MIT Press, 1969.
Santa Ana and Orange County Directories, 1905-2017.
Ancestry.com
Newspapers.com (Santa Ana Register)
Historic Maps, Santa Ana History Room, 1912, 1923, 1932, and 1955.
Armor, Samuel. History of Orange County. Los Angeles: History Record Company, 1921, page 989.
Park Santiago Neighborhood Association. “The Gingerbread Lande Holiday Home Tour, 1999.” Brochure.
Rischard, Maureen McClintock. “People Behind Places: Enderle Center.” Orange County Genealogical Society Quarterly,
December 1993, pages 4-7.
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Exhibit C
Exterior work shall be reviewed by the Historic Resources Commission and subject to the U.S.
Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for Rehabilitation of Historic Buildings, as follows:
1. Every reasonable effort shall be made to provide a compatible use for a property
which requires minimal alteration of the building, structure, or site and its
environment, or to use a property for its originally intended purpose.
2. The distinguishing original qualities or character of a building, structure or site
and its environment shall not be destroyed. The removal or alteration of any
historic material or distinctive architectural features should be avoided when
possible.
3. All buildings, structures, and sites shall be recognized as products of their own
time. Alterations that have no historical basis and which seek to create an earlier
appearance shall be discouraged.
4. Changes which may have taken place in the course of time are evidence of the
history and development of a building, structure, or site and its environment.
These changes may have acquired significance in their own right, and this
significance shall be recognized and respected.
5. Distinctive stylistic features or examples of skilled craftsmanship which
characterize a building, structure, or site shall be treated with sensitivity.
6. Deteriorated architectural features shall be repaired rather than replaced,
whenever possible. In the event replacement is necessary, the new material
should match the material being replaced in composition, design, color, texture,
and other visual qualities. Repair or replacement of missing architectural features
should be based on accurate duplications of features, substantiated by historic,
physical, or pictorial evidence rather than on conjectural designs or the
availability of different architectural elements from the other buildings or
structures.
7. The surface cleaning of structures shall be undertaken with the gentlest means
possible. Sandblasting and other cleaning methods that will damage the historic
building materials shall not be undertaken.
8. Every reasonable effort shall be made to protect and reserve archaeological
resources affected by, or adjacent to any project.
9. Contemporary design for alterations and additions to existing properties shall not
be discouraged when such alterations and additions do not destroy significant
historical, architectural or cultural material, an such design is compatible with
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size, scale, color, material and character of the property, neighborhood, or
environment.
10. Wherever possible, new additions or alterations to structures shall be done in such
a manner that if such additions or alterations need to be removed in the future, the
essential form and integrity of the structure would be unimpaired.
HRC 2017-50 HRCA 2017-51/ HPPA 2017-55
2203 NORTH FLOWER STREET
JENSEN HOUSE
P L A N N I N G AND B U I L D I N G A G E N C Y
500’ RADIUS
SITE
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RESOLUTION NO. 2018-xx
A RESOLUTION OF THE HISTORIC RESOURCES
COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA APPROVING
HISTORIC RESOURCES COMMISSION APPLICATION
NO. 2017-32 TO PLACE THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT
1318 NORTH BAKER STREET, SANTA ANA, ON THE
HISTORICAL REGISTER AND APPROVING HISTORIC
REGISTER CATEGORIZATION NO. 2017-31 PLACING
SAID PROPERTY WITHIN THE CONTRIBUTIVE
CATEGORY
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HISTORIC RESOURCES COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF SANTA ANA AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. The Historic Resources Commission of the City of Santa Ana
hereby finds, determines and declares as follows:
A. On October 4, 2018, the Historic Resources Commission held a duly
noticed public hearing for the placement on the Santa Ana Register of
Historical Properties (Historic Resources Commission Application No.
2017-32) and categorization (Historic Resources Commission
Categorization No. 2017-31) of the M.C. Walker House located at 1318
North Baker Street, Santa Ana.
B. The M.C. Walker House has distinctive architectural features of the
Minimal Traditional style, and was built in 1941 by Roy Russell.
C. This home qualifies for listing on the Santa Ana Register of Historical
Properties and is eligible for categorization as “Contributive”. The M.C.
Walker House qualifies for listing in the Santa Ana Register of Historical
Properties under Criterion 1, for its exemplification of the distinguishing
characteristics of the Minimal Traditional style. Additionally, the house has
been categorized as “Contributive” because it “contributes to the overall
character and history” of the Washington Square neighborhood and “is a
good example of period architecture,” representing the Minimal Traditional
style in Santa Ana. Character-defining features of the the M.C. Walker
House that should be preserved include, but may not be limited to:
materials and finishes; fenestrations (symmetrical wood windows and bay
window), horizontal wood siding, roof shape and materials (asphalt
shingles); and an overextended roofline to form a rounded porch over the
entryway.
D. The legal owners of the property are Saul and Christina A. Avila.
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E. The legal description for the subject property is attached hereto as Exhibit
A and incorporated by this reference as though fully set forth herein.
F. The subject property meets the minimal standards for placement on the
City of Santa Ana Register of Historic Properties pursuant to Section 30-2
of the Santa Ana Municipal Code.
G. The subject property meets the minimal standards for placement in the
Contributive category pursuant to Section 30-2.2(3) of the Santa Ana
Municipal Code.
Section 2. 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. ER-2017-151 will be filed for this project.
Section 3. The Historic Resources Commission of the City of Santa Ana after
conducting the public hearing hereby approves:
A. Historic Resources Commission Application No. 2017-32 to place the M.C.
Walker House located at 1318 North Baker Street, Santa Ana, 92706 on
the historical register, and
B. Historic Register Categorization No. 2017-31 placing the M.C. Walker
House located at 1318 North Baker Street, Santa Ana, 92706 within the
Contributive category.
These decisions are based upon the evidence submitted at the above said
hearing, which includes, but is not limited to: the Staff Report and exhibits attached
thereto; the report entitled "Historical Property Description” and the public testimony, all of
which are incorporated herein by this reference.
Section 4. For the subject property, a report entitled "Historical Property
Description" is on file with the Planning Division, and is hereby approved and adopted, and
together with the staff report and this resolution, justify the findings for placement on the
City of Santa Ana Register of Historical Properties into a category. The Historic Resources
Commission Secretary is authorized and directed to include this resolution in the City of
Santa Ana Register of Historical Properties.
Section 5. The Historic Resources Commission Secretary is hereby directed to
file a certified copy of this Resolution with the County Recorder’s Office after the adoption
of this Resolution pursuant to Public Resources Code Section 5029.
ADOPTED this 4th day of October 2018.
__________________________
Alberta Christy, Chairperson
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APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Sonia R. Carvalho, City Attorney
By:________________________
Lisa Storck
Assistant City Attorney
AYES: Commission members____________________________________
NOES: Commission members___________________________________
ABSTAIN: Commission members___________________________________
NOT PRESENT: Commission members___________________________________
CERTIFICATE OF ATTESTATION AND ORIGINALITY
I, SARAH BERNAL, Commission Secretary, do hereby attest to and certify the attached
Resolution No. 2018-xx to be the original resolution adopted by Historic Resources
Commission of the City of Santa Ana on October 4, 2018.
Date: ________________ ____________________________________
Commission Secretary
City of Santa Ana
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EXHIBIT A
LEGAL DESCRIPTION
APN Address Legal Description Owner Names
405-271-06 1318 North Baker Street LOT 5 OF TRACT NO. 765, IN
THE CITY OF SANTA ANA,
COUNTY OF ORANGE,
STATE OF CALIFORNIA, AS
PER MAP RECORDED IN
BOOK 22, PAGE(S) 36, OF
MISCELLANEOUS MAPS, IN
THE OFFICE OF THE
COUNTY RECORDER OF
SAID COUNTY.
Saul and
Christina Avila
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RECORDING REQUESTED BY
AND WHEN RECORDED MAIL TO:
City of Santa Ana
20 Civic Center Plaza (M-30)
Santa Ana, CA 92702
Attn: Clerk of the Council
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HISTORIC PROPERTY PRESERVATION AGREEMENT
This Historic Property Preservation Agreement (“Agreement”) is made and entered into
by and between the City of Santa Ana, a charter city and municipal corporation duly organized
and existing under the Constitution and laws of the of the State of California (hereinafter referred
to as “City”), Saul and Christina A. Avila (hereinafter collectively referred to as “Owner”),
owners of real property located at 1318 North Baker Street, Santa Ana, California, in the
County of Orange and listed on the Santa Ana Register of Historical Properties.
RECITALS
A. The City Council of the City of Santa Ana is authorized by California
Government Code Section 50280 et seq. (known as the “Mills Act”) to enter into
contracts with Owner of qualified historical properties to provide for appropriate
use, maintenance, rehabilitation and restoration such that these historic properties
retain their historic character and integrity.
B. The Owner possess fee title in and to that certain qualified real property together
with associated structures and improvements thereon, located at 1318 North
Baker Street, Santa Ana, CA, 92706 and more particularly described in Exhibit
“A,” attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference, and hereinafter
referred to as the “Historic Property”.
C. The Historic Property is officially designated on the Santa Ana Register of
Historical Properties pursuant to the requirements of Chapter 30 of the Santa Ana
Municipal Code.
D. The City and the property Owner, for their mutual benefit, now desire to enter
into this Agreement which defines and limits the use and alteration of this
Historic Property in order to enhance and maintain its value as a cultural and
historical resource for the Owner and for the community; to prevent inappropriate
alterations to the Historic Property and to ensure that repairs, additions, new
building, and other changes are appropriate; and to ensure that rehabilitation and
maintenance are carried out in an exemplary manner.
E. The Owner and the City intend to carry out the purposes of California
Government Code, Chapter 1, Part 5 of Division 1 of Title 5, Article 12, Section
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50280 et seq., which will enable the Historic Property to qualify for an assessment
of valuation as a restricted historical property pursuant to Article 1.9, Sec. 439 et
seq., Chapter 3 Part 2 of Division 1 of the California Tax and Revenue Code.
NOW, THEREFORE, the City of Santa Ana and the Owner of the Historic Property
agree as follows:
1. Effective Date and Terms of Agreement.
This Agreement shall be effective and commence on October 17, 2018, and shall remain
in effect for a term of ten (10) years thereafter. Each year, upon the anniversary of the effective
date of this Agreement, such initial term will automatically be extended as provided in California
Government Code Sections 50280 through 50290 and in Section 2, below.
2. Renewal.
a. Each year on the anniversary of the effective date of this Agreement, a year shall
automatically be added to the initial ten (10) year term of this Agreement unless written notice of
nonrenewal is served as provided herein.
b. If the Owner or the City desire(s) in any year not to renew the Agreement, the
Owner or City shall serve written notice of nonrenewal of the Agreement on the other party.
Unless such notice is served by the Owner to the City at least ninety (90) days prior to the annual
renewal date, or served by the City to the Owner at least sixty (60) days prior to the annual
renewal date, one (1) year shall automatically be added to the term of the Agreement as provided
herein.
c. Within 30 days from receipt of City’s notice of nonrenewal, the Owner may file a
written protest of City’s decision of nonrenewal. The City may, at any time prior to the annual
renewal date of the Agreement, withdraw its notice to the Owner of nonrenewal.
d. If either the Owner or the City serves notice to the other of nonrenewal in any
year, the Agreement shall remain in effect for the balance of the term then remaining, either from
its original execution or from the last renewal of the Agreement, whichever may apply.
3. Standards and Conditions for Historic Property.
During the term of this Agreement, the Historic Property shall be subject to the following
conditions, requirements and restrictions:
a. Owner shall maintain the Historic Property in a good state of repair and shall
preserve, maintain, and, where necessary, restore or rehabilitate the property and its character-
defining features described in the “Department of Parks and Recreation Primary Record”
attached hereto, marked as Exhibit B, notably the general architectural form, style, materials,
design, scale, proportions, organization of windows, doors, and other openings, textures, details,
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mass, roof line, porch and other aspects of the appearance of the exterior to the satisfaction of the
City.
b. All changes to the Historic Property shall comply with applicable City plans and
regulations, and conform to the rules and regulations of the Office of Historic Preservation of the
State of Department of Parks and Recreation, namely the U.S. Secretary of the Interior’s
Standards and Guidelines for Historic Preservation Projects. These guidelines are attached
hereto, marked as Exhibit C, and incorporated herein by this reference. Owners shall continually
maintain the Historic Property in the same or better condition.
c. A view corridor enabling the general public to see the Historic Property from the
public right-of-way shall be maintained, and Owners shall not be permitted to block the view
corridor to the property with any new structure, such as walls, fences or shrubbery, so as to
prevent the viewing of the historic landmark by the public.
d. The following are prohibited: demolition of the Historic Property or destruction of
character-defining features of the building or site; removal of trees and other major vegetation
unless removal is approved by a rehabilitation plan approved by the Historic Resources
Commission; paving of yard surface; exterior alterations or additions unless approved by the
Historic Resources Commission and such alterations are in keeping with the Secretary of
Interior’s Standards; deteriorating, dilapidated or unrepaired structures such as fences, roofs,
doors, walls, and windows; storage of junk, trash, debris, discarded or unused objects such as
cars, appliances, or furniture; and other unsightly by decoration, structure or vegetation which is
unsightly by reason of its height, condition, or inappropriate location.
e. Owner shall allow reasonable periodic inspection by prior appointment, as needed
or at least every five (5) years after the initial inspection, of the interior and exterior of the
Historic Property by representatives of the City of Santa Ana, the County Assessor, the State
Department of Parks and Recreation, and the State Board of Equalization, to determine the
Owner’s compliance with the terms and provisions of this Agreement.
4. Furnishing of Information.
The Owner hereby agrees to furnish the City with any and all information requested
which may be necessary or advisable to determine compliance with the terms and provisions of
this Agreement.
5. Cancellation.
a. The City, following a duly noticed public hearing by the City Council as set forth
in Government Code Section 50280, et. seq., may cancel this Agreement if it determines that the
Owners have breached any of the conditions of this Agreement, or have allowed the property to
deteriorate to the point that it no longer meets the standards for a qualified Historic Property, or
if the City determines that the Owners have failed to restore or rehabilitate the property in the
manner specified in Section 3 of this Agreement. If a contract is cancelled for these reasons, the
Owners shall pay a cancellation fee to the County Auditor as set forth in Government Code
Section 50286. This cancellation fee shall be a percentage (currently set at twelve and one-half
(12 ½) percent by Government Code Section 50286) of the current fair market value of the
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property at the time of the cancellation, as determined by the county assessor, without regard to
any restriction imposed pursuant to this Agreement.
b. If the Historic Property is destroyed by earthquake, fire, flood or other natural
disaster such that in the opinion of the City Building Official more than sixty (60) percent of the
original fabric of the structure must be replaced, this Agreement shall be canceled immediately
because, in effect, the historic value of the structure will have been destroyed. No fee shall be
imposed in the case of destruction by acts of God or natural disaster.
c. If the Historic Property is acquired by eminent domain and the City Council
determines that the acquisition frustrates the purpose of this Agreement, this Agreement shall be
cancelled and no fee imposed, as specified in Government Code Section 50288.
6. Enforcement of Agreement.
a. In lieu of and/or in addition to any provisions to cancel the Agreement as
referenced herein, City may specifically enforce, or enjoin the breach of, the terms of the
Agreement. In the event of a default, under the provisions to cancel the Agreement by Owner,
the City shall give written notice to Owner by registered or certified mail, and if such a violation
is not corrected to the reasonable satisfaction of the City Manager or designee within thirty (30)
days thereafter, or if not corrected within such a reasonable time as may be required to cure the
breach or default, or default cannot be cured within thirty (30) days (provided that acts to cure
the breach or default may be commenced within thirty (30) days and shall thereafter be diligently
pursued to completion by Owner), then City may, without further notice, declare a default under
the terms of this Agreement and may bring any action necessary to specifically enforce the
obligations of Owner growing out of the terms of this Agreement, apply to any court, state or
federal, for injunctive relief against any violation by Owner or apply for such relief as may be
appropriate.
b. City does not waive any claim of default by the Owner if City does not enforce or
cancel this Agreement. All other remedies at law or in equity which are not otherwise provided
for in this Agreement or in City’s regulations governing historic properties are available to City
to pursue in the event that there is a breach of this Agreement. No waiver by City of any breach
or default under this Agreement shall be deemed to be a waiver of any other subsequent breach
thereof or default hereunder.
7. Binding effect of Agreement.
a. The Owner hereby subjects the Historic Property, located at 1318 North Baker
Street, Assessor Parcel Number, 405-271-06, and more particularly described in Exhibit A, in
the City of Santa Ana, to the covenants, conditions, and restrictions as set forth in this
Agreement.
b. The City and Owner hereby declare their specific intent that the covenants,
conditions and restrictions as set forth herein shall be deemed covenants running with the land
and shall pass to and be binding upon the Owner’s successors and assigns in title or interest to
the Historic Property. Every contract, deed, or other instrument hereinafter executed, covering
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or conveying the Historic Property or any portion thereof, shall conclusively be held to have
been executed, delivered, and accepted subject to the tenants, restrictions, and reservations
expressed in this Agreement regardless of whether such covenants, restrictions and reservations
are set forth in such contract, deed, or other instrument.
8. No Compensation.
Owner shall not receive any payment from the City in consideration of the obligation
imposed under this Agreement, it being recognized that the consideration for the execution of
this Agreement is the substantial public benefit to be derived therefrom and the advantage that
will accrue to the Owner as a result of the effect upon the assessed value of the property on the
account of the restrictions on the use and preservation of the property.
9. Notice.
Any notice required by the terms of this Agreement shall be sent to the address of the
respective parties as specified below or at other addresses that may be later specified by the
parties hereto.
City: City of Santa Ana
20 Civic Center Plaza (M-30)
Santa Ana, CA 92702
Attn: Clerk of the Council
Owners: Saul and Christina A. Avila
1318 North Baker Street
Santa Ana, CA 92706
10. General Provisions.
a. None of the terms, provisions, or conditions of this Agreement shall be deemed
to create a partnership between the parties hereto and any of their heirs, successors, or assigns,
nor shall such terms, provisions or conditions cause them to be considered joint ventures or
members of any joint enterprise.
b. The Owner agrees to and shall indemnify and hold the City and its elected and
appointed officials, officers, agents, and employees harmless from liability for damage or claims
for damage for personal injuries, including death, and claims for property damage which may
arise from the direct or indirect use or operations of the Owner or those of his or her contractor,
subcontractor, agent, employee, or other person acting on his or her behalf which relates to the
use, operation, and maintenance of the Historic Property. The Owner hereby agrees to and shall
defend the City and its elected and appointed officials, officers, agents, and employees with
respect to any and all actions for damages caused by, or alleged to have been caused by, reason
of the Owner’s activities in connection with the Historic Property.
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c. This hold harmless provision applies to all damages and claims for damages
suffered, or alleged to have been suffered, and costs of defense incurred, by reason of the
operations referred to in this Agreement regardless of whether or not the City prepared, supplied,
or approved the plans, specifications or other documents for the Historic Property.
d. All of the agreements, rights, covenants, conditions, and restrictions contained
in this Agreement shall be binding upon and shall inure to the benefit of the parties herein, their
heirs, successors, legal representatives, assigns, and all persons acquiring any part or portion of
the Historic Property, whether by operation of law on in any manner whatsoever.
e. In the event legal proceedings are brought by any party or parties to enforce or
restrain a violation of any of the covenants, conditions, or restrictions contained herein, or to
determine the rights and duties of any party hereunder, the prevailing party in such proceeding
may recover all reasonable attorney’s fees to be fixed by the court, in addition to court costs and
other relief ordered by the court.
f. In the event that any of the provisions of this Agreement are held to be
unenforceable or invalid by any court of competent jurisdiction, or by subsequent preemptive
legislation, the validity and enforceability of the remaining provisions, or portions thereof, shall
not be effected thereby.
g. This Agreement shall be construed and governed in accordance with the laws of
the State of California.
11. Recordation.
No later than twenty (20) days after the parties execute and enter into this Agreement, the
City shall cause this Agreement to be recorded in the office of the County Recorder of the
County of Orange.
12. Amendments.
This Agreement may be amended, in whole or in part, only by a written recorded
instrument executed by the parties hereto.
13. Effective Date
This Agreement shall be effective on the day and year first written above.
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ATTEST: CITY OF SANTA ANA
________________________ _________________________
MARIA D. HUIZAR RAUL GODINEZ II
Clerk of the Council City Manager
OWNER
Date: ______________________ By: _________________________
SAUL AVILA
Date: ______________________ By: _________________________
CHRISTINA A. AVILA
APPROVED AS TO FORM: RECOMMENDED FOR APPROVAL:
SONIA CARVALHO
City Attorney
By: _____________________ _____________________
LISA STORCK MINH THAI
Assistant City Attorney Executive Director
Planning and Building Agency
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EXHIBIT A
LEGAL DESCRIPTION
LOT 5 OF TRACT NO. 765, IN THE CITY OF SANTA ANA, COUNTY OF ORANGE,
STATE OF CALIFORNIA, AS PER MAP RECORDED IN BOOK 22, PAGE(S) 36, OF
MISCELLANEOUS MAPS, IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY RECORDER OF SAID
COUNTY.
Assessor’s Parcel Number: 405-271-06
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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
M.C. Walker House
1318 North Baker Street
Santa Ana, CA 92706
NAME M.C. Walker House REF. NO.
ADDRESS 1318 North Baker Street
CITY Santa Ana ZIP 92706 ORANGE COUNTY
YEAR BUILT 1941 LOCAL REGISTER CATEGORY: Contributive
HISTORIC DISTRICT N/A NEIGHBORHOOD Washington Square
CALIFORNIA REGISTER CRITERIA FOR EVALUATION 3 CALIFORNIA REGISTER STATUS CODE 5S3
Location: Not for Publication Unrestricted
Prehistoric Historic Both
ARCHITECTURAL STYLE: Minimal Traditional
During the Great Depression through the immediate postwar years, the Minimal Traditional home rose in popularity as the
preferred style for middle-class housing in the United States. This basic house type fulfilled both aesthetic and social
needs: in terms of aesthetics, the form represented a stripped-down version of the historic-eclectic styles popular in the
1920s, in particular the Tudor and English Revival styles. In social terms, the Minimal Traditional home satisfied
requirements in square footage and plan by the Federal Housing Administration (FHA), which launched a campaign in
this period to expand home ownership. The Minimal Traditional home served as the prototype used by the FHA in its
efforts to codify and manufacture “a standard, low-cost, minimum house that the majority of American wage earners could
afford” (Greg Hise, Magnetic Los Angeles, p. 57). Minimal Traditional homes are typically rectangular in plan and one-
story in height, often with a front-gabled wing and prominent attached chimney. In contrast with the English and Tudor
Revival styles the one-story version mimics, the Minimal Traditional home is capped with a low or intermediate pitch roof
with a hipped or side gable. Sheathing materials include stucco, brick, or wood, often accompanied by stone veneer
accents. Fenestration generally consists of multi-light casement, double-hung, and picture windows with wood frames.
The eaves and rakes of the Minimal Traditional home are typically shallow (in a departure from the later Ranch House
style, which they often resemble). Although they have little applied ornament, many Minimal Traditional homes often
display decorative wood shutters and porch-roof supports.
SUMMARY/CONCLUSION:
The M.C. Walker House qualifies for listing in the Santa Ana Register of Historical Properties under Contributive for its
exemplification of the distinguishing characteristics of the Minimal Traditional style. Additionally, the house has been
categorized as “Contributive” because it “contributes to the overall character and history” of the Washington Square
neighborhood and “is a good example of period architecture,” representing the Minimal Traditional style in Santa Ana
(Municipal Code, Section 30-2.2).
EXPLANATION OF CODES:
•California Register Criteria for Evaluation: (From California Office of Historic Preservation, Technical Assistance
Series # 7, “How to Nominate Resources to the California Register of Historical Resources,” September 4, 2001.)
3: It embodies the distinctive characteristics of a type, period, region, or method of construction, or
represents the work of a master, or possesses high artistic values.
•It embodies the distinctive characteristics of a type, period, region, or method of construction, or represents the
work of a master, or possesses high artistic values.
5S3: Appears to be individually eligible for local listing or designation through survey evaluation
EXHIBIT B1
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State of California The Resources Agency Primary #______________________________________________
DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION HRI #__________________________________________________
PRIMARY RECORD Trinomial______________________________________________
NRHP Status Code_____________________________________
Other Listings_____________________________________________________________________
Review Code________ Reviewer________________________ Date_______________
Page _1_ of _3_ Resource name(s) or number (assigned by recorder) M.C. Walker House
P1. Other Identifier:
*P2. Location: Not for Publication Unrestricted *a. County Orange County
*b. USGS 7.5’ Quad TCA 1725 Date: March 3, 2015
*c. Address 1318 North Baker Street City Santa Ana Zip 92706
*e. Other Locational Data: Assessor’s Parcel Number 405-271-06
*P3a. Description: (Describe resource and its major elements. Include design, materials, condition, alterations, size, setting, and boundaries)
The M.C. Walker House is a one story single-family residence constructed in the Minimal Traditional style. Symmetrical in
plan, the house incorporates an intermediate hipped roof with closed eaves that are slightly overhang and clad in
contemporary asphalt shingle roofing throughout. The exterior is clad in horizontal wood siding. The fenestration of the
windows on the primary elevation are symmetrical, and features a prominent multiple panel bay window; in addition to
tripartite fixed and double hung windows on the primary elevation while the north and west elevations feature double hung
windows. The home has transitional elements of moderne streamline homes such as a rounded porch above the entryway. A
garage sits on the western end of the parcel and is built with the same material as the primary structure. The property is
simply landscaped with a lawn, low vegetation and simple walkway at the front setback and includes a driveway located
along the north elevation that leads to a detached one-story, two-car garage. The most visible alteration to the house is the
non-original contemporary asphalt shingle roofing. Other than the noted changes, the house appears intact and is in good
condition.
*P3b. Resource Attributes: (list attributes and codes) HP2. Single-Family Residence
*P4. Resources Present: Building Structure Object Site District Element of District Other
P5b. Photo: (view and date)
Primary East Elevation,
December 13, 2017
*P6. Date Constructed/Age and
Sources: historic
1941/ City of Santa Ana Building
Permit
*P7. Owner and Address:
Saul and Christina A. Avila
1318 North Baker Street
Santa Ana, CA 92706
*P8. Recorded by:
Pedro Gomez
20 Civic Center Plaza M-20
Santa Ana, CA 92702
*P9. Date Recorded:
October 4, 2018
*P10. Survey Type:
Intensive Survey Update
*P11. Report Citation: (Cite survey
report and other sources, or enter “none”)
None
*Attachments: None Location Map Sketch Map Continuation Sheet Building, Structure, and Object Record
Archaeological Record District Record Linear Feature Record Milling Station Record Rock Art Record
Artifact Record Photograph Record Other (list)
DPR 523A (1/95) *Required information
P5a. Photo
Exhibit B2
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State of California The Resources Agency Primary #__________________________________________
DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION HRI#______________________________________________
BUILDING, STRUCTURE, AND OBJECT RECORD
Page 2 of 3 *NRHP Status Code_5S3_________________________
*Resource Name or #: M.C. Walker House
B1. Historic Name: M.C. Walker House
B2. Common Name: Same
B3. Original Use: Single-Family Residence B4. Present Use: Single-Family Residence
*B5. Architectural Style: Minimal Traditional
*B6. Construction History: (Construction date, alterations, and date of alterations): Constructed March 28, 1941. $4,000.
August 29, 1944. Installation of stove.
May 9, 2000. Reroof SFD and detached garage.$3,500.
*B7. Moved? No Yes Unknown Date:__________ Original location:_______ _______
*B8. Related Features: None.
B9a. Architect: Unknown b. Builder: Roy Russell
*B10. Significance: Theme Residential Architecture Area Santa Ana
Period of Significance: 1941 Property Type: Single-Family Residence Applicable Criteria: C/3
(Discuss importance in terms of historical or architectural context as defined by theme, period, and geographic scope. Also address integrity)
The M.C. Walker house is architecturally significant as a characteristic example of the Minimal Traditional style. This house
was originally constructed in 1941, and was valued at approximately $4,000, according to the original building permit. Roy
Russell is listed as the architect of the building, and Horace C. Head was listed as the owner but no records indicate that they
actually lived there. The first recorded occupant was M.C. Walker Jr., according to City Directories 1949 - 1950. Mr. Walker
was the son of M.C. Walker Sr. who resided on 11611 Skyline Dr. The father and son worked at M.C. Walker and Son; a
review of old periodicals found no significant information regarding their business. There was no recorded occupants on the
property for 1962 and 1970.
B11. Additional Resource Attributes: (List attributes and codes)
*B12. References:
City of Santa Ana Building Permits
Santa Ana History Room Collection, Santa Ana Public Library
Sanborn Maps
(See Continuation Sheet 3 of 3.)
B13. Remarks:
*B14. Evaluator: Leslie Huemann/Chattel, Inc.
*Date of Evaluation: October 4, 2018
DPR 523B (1/95) *Required information
Sketch Map
(This space reserved for official comments.)
M.C. Walker House
1318 North Baker Street
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DPR 523L
State of California The Resources Agency Primary # _____________________________________________
DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION HRI # ________________________________________________
CONTINUATION SHEET Trinomial _____________________________________________
Page 3_ of 3_ Resource Name: M.C. Walker House
*Recorded by Pedro Gomez *Date October 4, 2018 Continuation Update
*B10. Significance (continued):
Santa Ana was founded by William Spurgeon in 1869 as a speculative town site on part of the Spanish land grant known as
Rancho Santiago de Santa Ana. The civic and commercial core of the community was centered around the intersection of
Main and Fourth Streets. Stimulated by the arrival of the Santa Fe Railroad and incorporation as a city in 1886, and
selection as the seat of the newly created County of Orange in 1889, the city grew outwards, with residential neighborhoods
developing to the north, south, and east of the city center. Agricultural uses predominated in the outlying areas, with
cultivated fields and orchards dotted with widely scattered farmhouses.
1318 North Baker Street is located on the western edge of Washington Square, a neighborhood southwest of Floral Park
bounded by West 15th Street, North Louise Street and West Washington Avenue. Most of this area was owned by the family
of Jacob Ross, who had purchased portions of the Rancho Santiago de Santa Ana in 1868 and 1869. Walnuts and other
crops were grown in the area during the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries, with a few farmhouses, most notably
the Ross-McNeal House at 1020 North Baker Street, dotting the landscape. By 1905, Baker and Towner were the only
streets in the neighborhood, which extended from Hickey (now Civic Center) only as far as Washington and which contained
only about a dozen homes. The status quo had not changed much by 1915, when a brick yard was located at the northern
terminus of Olive Street at Hickey. In 1925, the beginning of the development that would convert this largely agricultural area
into a middle class neighborhood of single-family homes over the next 25 years had begun. In the late 1920s and early
1930s, the Tudor Revival and Spanish Colonial Revival homes were the standard, with American Colonial Revival saltboxes
and ranch style homes favored in the years before and after World War II. During the 1930s, many of the homes were built
by local contractor Emmett Rogers, who sold lots and built homes according to standard plans, which individual property
owners could customize to their tastes (“Washington Square: A Neighborhood of Pride,” Washington Square Neighborhood
Association). With the return of servicemen following the war and the accompanying demand for homes in southern
California, the development of Washington Square was all but completed.
The M.C. Walker House qualifies for listing in the Santa Ana Register of Historical Properties for its representation of the
distinguishing characteristics of the Minimal Traditional style. Character defining features of the the M.C. Walker House that
should be preserved include, but may not be limited to, materials and finishes: fenestrations (symmetrical wood windows
and bay window), horizontal wood siding, roof shape and materials (asphalt shingles); and an overextended roofline to form
a rounded porch over the entryway. Additionally, the house has been categorized as “Contributive” because it “contributes to
the overall character and history” of the Washington Square neighborhood and “is a good example of period architecture,”
representing the Minimal Traditional style in Santa Ana (Municipal Code, Section 30-2.2).
*B12. References (continued):
Harris, Cyril M. American Architecture: An Illustrated Encyclopedia. New York, WW Norton, 1998.
Marsh, Diann. Santa Ana, An Illustrated History. Encinitas, Heritage Publishing, 1994.
McAlester, Virginia and Lee. A Field Guide to American Houses. New York: Alfred A. Knopf, 1984.
National Register Bulletin 16A. “How to Complete the National Register Registration Form.” Washington DC: National
Register Branch, National Park Service, US Dept. of the Interior, 1991.
Office of Historic Preservation. “Instructions for Recording Historical Resources.” Sacramento: March 1995.
Whiffen, Marcus. American Architecture Since 1780. Cambridge: MIT Press, 1969.
Santa Ana and Orange County Directories, 1905-2017.
Ancestry.com
Newspapers.com (Santa Ana Register)
Historic Maps, Santa Ana History Room, 1912, 1923, 1932, and 1955.
Armor, Samuel. History of Orange County. Los Angeles: History Record Company, 1921, page 989.
Park Santiago Neighborhood Association. “The Gingerbread Lande Holiday Home Tour, 1999.” Brochure.
Rischard, Maureen McClintock. “People Behind Places: Enderle Center.” Orange County Genealogical Society Quarterly,
December 1993, pages 4-7.
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Exhibit C
Exterior work shall be reviewed by the Historic Resources Commission and subject to the U.S.
Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for Rehabilitation of Historic Buildings, as follows:
1. Every reasonable effort shall be made to provide a compatible use for a property
which requires minimal alteration of the building, structure, or site and its
environment, or to use a property for its originally intended purpose.
2. The distinguishing original qualities or character of a building, structure or site
and its environment shall not be destroyed. The removal or alteration of any
historic material or distinctive architectural features should be avoided when
possible.
3. All buildings, structures, and sites shall be recognized as products of their own
time. Alterations that have no historical basis and which seek to create an earlier
appearance shall be discouraged.
4. Changes which may have taken place in the course of time are evidence of the
history and development of a building, structure, or site and its environment.
These changes may have acquired significance in their own right, and this
significance shall be recognized and respected.
5. Distinctive stylistic features or examples of skilled craftsmanship which
characterize a building, structure, or site shall be treated with sensitivity.
6. Deteriorated architectural features shall be repaired rather than replaced,
whenever possible. In the event replacement is necessary, the new material
should match the material being replaced in composition, design, color, texture,
and other visual qualities. Repair or replacement of missing architectural features
should be based on accurate duplications of features, substantiated by historic,
physical, or pictorial evidence rather than on conjectural designs or the
availability of different architectural elements from the other buildings or
structures.
7. The surface cleaning of structures shall be undertaken with the gentlest means
possible. Sandblasting and other cleaning methods that will damage the historic
building materials shall not be undertaken.
8. Every reasonable effort shall be made to protect and reserve archaeological
resources affected by, or adjacent to any project.
9. Contemporary design for alterations and additions to existing properties shall not
be discouraged when such alterations and additions do not destroy significant
historical, architectural or cultural material, an such design is compatible with
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size, scale, color, material and character of the property, neighborhood, or
environment.
10. Wherever possible, new additions or alterations to structures shall be done in such
a manner that if such additions or alterations need to be removed in the future, the
essential form and integrity of the structure would be unimpaired.
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M.C. WALKER HOUSE
P L A N N I N G AND B U I L D I N G A G E N C Y
500’ RADIUS
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RESOLUTION NO. 2018-xx
A RESOLUTION OF THE HISTORIC RESOURCES
COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA APPROVING
HISTORIC RESOURCES COMMISSION APPLICATION
NO. 2017-53 TO PLACE THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT
2005 NORTH GREENLEAF STREET, SANTA ANA, ON
THE HISTORICAL REGISTER AND APPROVING
HISTORIC REGISTER CATEGORIZATION NO. 2017-52
PLACING SAID PROPERTY WITHIN THE CONTRIBUTIVE
CATEGORY
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HISTORIC RESOURCES COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF SANTA ANA AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. The Historic Resources Commission of the City of Santa Ana
hereby finds, determines and declares as follows:
A. On October 4, 2018, the Historic Resources Commission held a duly
noticed public hearing for the placement on the Santa Ana Register of
Historical Properties (Historic Resources Commission Application No.
2017-53) and categorization (Historic Resources Commission
Categorization No. 2017-52) of the Ward House located at 2005 North
Greenleaf Street, Santa Ana.
B. The Ward House has distinctive architectural features of the Tudor Revival
style, and was built in 1925 by an unknown builder.
C. This home qualifies for listing on the Santa Ana Register of Historical
Properties and is eligible for categorization as “Contributive”. The Ward
House qualifies for listing in the Santa Ana Register of Historical
Properties, under Criterion 1, for its representation of the distinguishing
characteristics of the Tudor Revival style. Additionally, the house has
been categorized as Contributive because it “contributes to the overall
character and history” of the Floral Park neighborhood and “is a good
example of period architecture,” representing the Tudor Revival style in
Santa Ana. Character-defining features of the Ward House that should be
preserved include, but may not be limited to: materials and finishes
(stucco and faux half-timbering); roof configuration, materials, and
treatment (steep pitch, prominent front gables); massing and composition;
and fenestration (multi-light windows).
D. The legal owner of the property is Ernesto Estrada.
E. The legal description for the subject property is attached hereto as Exhibit
A and incorporated by this reference as though fully set forth herein.
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F. The subject property meets the minimal standards for placement on the
City of Santa Ana Register of Historic Properties pursuant to Section 30-2
of the Santa Ana Municipal Code.
G. The subject property meets the minimal standards for placement in the
Contributive category pursuant to Section 30-2.2(3) of the Santa Ana
Municipal Code.
Section 2. 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. ER-2018-53 will be filed for this project.
Section 3. The Historic Resources Commission of the City of Santa Ana after
conducting the public hearing hereby approves:
A. Historic Resources Commission Application No. 2017-53 to place the
Ward House located at 2005 North Greenleaf Street, Santa Ana, 92706 on
the historical register, and
B. Historic Register Categorization No. 2017-52 placing the Ward House
located at 2005 North Greenleaf Street, Santa Ana, 92706 within the
Contributive category.
These decisions are based upon the evidence submitted at the above said
hearing, which includes, but is not limited to: the Staff Report and exhibits attached
thereto; the report entitled "Historical Property Description” and the public testimony, all of
which are incorporated herein by this reference.
Section 4. For the subject property, a report entitled "Historical Property
Description" is on file with the Planning Division, and is hereby approved and adopted, and
together with the staff report and this resolution, justify the findings for placement on the
City of Santa Ana Register of Historical Properties into a category. The Historic Resources
Commission Secretary is authorized and directed to include this resolution in the City of
Santa Ana Register of Historical Properties.
Section 5. The Historic Resources Commission Secretary is hereby directed to
file a certified copy of this Resolution with the County Recorder’s Office after the adoption
of this Resolution pursuant to Public Resources Code Section 5029.
ADOPTED this 4th day of October 2018.
__________________________
Alberta Christy, Chairperson
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APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Sonia R. Carvalho, City Attorney
By:________________________
Lisa Storck
Assistant City Attorney
AYES: Commission members____________________________________
NOES: Commission members___________________________________
ABSTAIN: Commission members___________________________________
NOT PRESENT: Commission members___________________________________
CERTIFICATE OF ATTESTATION AND ORIGINALITY
I, SARAH BERNAL, Commission Secretary, do hereby attest to and certify the attached
Resolution No. 2018-xx to be the original resolution adopted by Historic Resources
Commission of the City of Santa Ana on October 4, 2018.
Date: ________________ ____________________________________
Commission Secretary
City of Santa Ana
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EXHIBIT A
LEGAL DESCRIPTION
APN Address Legal Description Owner Names
002-103-15 2005 North Greenleaf
Street
A PORTION OF THE
SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF
THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER
OF SECTION ONE,
TOWNSHIP FIVE SOUTH
RANGE TEN WEST SAN
BERNARDINO BASE AND
MERIDIAN BOUNDED AND
DESCRIBED ACCORDING TO
THE MAP OF SURVEY OF
SAID LAND FILED IN THE
OFFICE OF THE COUNTY
RECORDER OF SAID
ORANGE COUNTY,
CALIFORNIA ON NOVEMBER
9, 1926 IN BOOK 3, PAGES(S)
6 OF RECORD OF SURVEYS
AS FOLLOWS:
BEGINNING AT A POINT IN
THE EASTERLY LINE OF
GREENLEAF STREET AS
SHOWN ON THE MAP ABOVE
MENTIONED, DISTANT
THEREON NORTH 0° 54’
EAST 146.01 FEET FROM AN
IRON PIN SET AT THE
NORTHWEST CORNER OF
LONE ONE, IN BLOCK A OF
TRACT NO. 256, AS PER MAP
RECORDED IN BOOK 14,
PAGES(S) 23 OF
MISCELLANEOUS MAPS IN
THE OFFICE OF THE
COUNTY RECORDER OF
SAID COUNTY THENCE
NORTH 0° 54’ EAST ALONG
SAID EASTERLY LINE OF
GREENLEAF STREET 50
FEET; THENCE NORTH 89°
Ernesto Estrada
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46’ 00” EAST 168.4 FEET;
THENCE SOUTH 0° 54’ WEST
PARALLEL WITH THE SAID
EASTERLY LINE OF
GREENLEAF STREET 50.08
FEET; THENCE SOUTH 89°
48’ 30” WEST 168.4 FEET TO
THE POINT OF BEGINNING.
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RECORDING REQUESTED BY
AND WHEN RECORDED MAIL TO:
City of Santa Ana
20 Civic Center Plaza (M-30)
Santa Ana, CA 92702
Attn: Clerk of the Council
FREE RECORDING PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE § 27383
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HISTORIC PROPERTY PRESERVATION AGREEMENT
This Historic Property Preservation Agreement (“Agreement”) is made and entered into
by and between the City of Santa Ana, a charter city and municipal corporation duly organized
and existing under the Constitution and laws of the of the State of California (hereinafter referred
to as “City”), and Ernesto Estrada, (hereinafter referred to as “Owner”), owner of real property
located at 2005 North Greenleaf Street, Santa Ana, California, in the County of Orange and
listed on the Santa Ana Register of Historical Properties.
RECITALS
A. The City Council of the City of Santa Ana is authorized by California
Government Code Section 50280 et seq. (known as the “Mills Act”) to enter into
contracts with owners of qualified historical properties to provide for appropriate
use, maintenance, rehabilitation and restoration such that these historic properties
retain their historic character and integrity.
B. The Owner possesses fee title in and to that certain qualified real property
together with associated structures and improvements thereon, located at 2005
North Greenleaf Street, Santa Ana, CA, 92706 and more particularly described
in Exhibit A, attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference, and
hereinafter referred to as the “Historic Property”.
C. The Historic Property is officially designated on the Santa Ana Register of
Historical Properties pursuant to the requirements of Chapter 30 of the Santa Ana
Municipal Code.
D. The City and the property Owner, for their mutual benefit, now desire to enter
into this Agreement which defines and limits the use and alteration of this
Historic Property in order to enhance and maintain its value as a cultural and
historical resource for the Owner and for the community; to prevent inappropriate
alterations to the Historic Property and to ensure that repairs, additions, new
building, and other changes are appropriate; and to ensure that rehabilitation and
maintenance are carried out in an exemplary manner.
EXHIBIT 2
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E. The Owner and the City intend to carry out the purposes of California
Government Code, Chapter 1, Part 5 of Division 1 of Title 5, Article 12, Section
50280 et seq., which will enable the Historic Property to qualify for an assessment
of valuation as a restricted historical property pursuant to Article 1.9, Sec. 439 et
seq., Chapter 3 Part 2 of Division 1 of the California Tax and Revenue Code.
NOW, THEREFORE, the City of Santa Ana and the Owner of the Historic Property
agree as follows:
1. Effective Date and Terms of Agreement.
This Agreement shall be effective and commence on October 17, 2018, and shall remain
in effect for a term of ten (10) years thereafter. Each year, upon the anniversary of the effective
date of this Agreement, such initial term will automatically be extended as provided in California
Government Code Sections 50280 through 50290 and in Section 2, below.
2. Renewal.
a. Each year on the anniversary of the effective date of this Agreement, a year shall
automatically be added to the initial ten (10) year term of this Agreement unless written notice of
nonrenewal is served as provided herein.
b. If the Owner or the City desire(s) in any year not to renew the Agreement, the
Owner or City shall serve written notice of nonrenewal of the Agreement on the other party.
Unless such notice is served by the Owner to the City at least ninety (90) days prior to the annual
renewal date, or served by the City to the Owner at least sixty (60) days prior to the annual
renewal date, one (1) year shall automatically be added to the term of the Agreement as provided
herein.
c. Within 30 days from receipt of City’s notice of nonrenewal, the Owner may file a
written protest of City’s decision of nonrenewal. The City may, at any time prior to the annual
renewal date of the Agreement, withdraw its notice to the Owner of nonrenewal.
d. If either the Owner or the City serves notice to the other of nonrenewal in any
year, the Agreement shall remain in effect for the balance of the term then remaining, either from
its original execution or from the last renewal of the Agreement, whichever may apply.
3. Standards and Conditions for Historic Property.
During the term of this Agreement, the Historic Property shall be subject to the following
conditions, requirements and restrictions:
a. Owner shall maintain the Historic Property in a good state of repair and shall
preserve, maintain, and, where necessary, restore or rehabilitate the property and its character-
defining features described in the “Department of Parks and Recreation Primary Record”
attached hereto, marked as Exhibit B, notably the general architectural form, style, materials,
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design, scale, proportions, organization of windows, doors, and other openings, textures, details,
mass, roof line, porch and other aspects of the appearance of the exterior to the satisfaction of the
City.
b. All changes to the Historic Property shall comply with applicable City plans and
regulations, and conform to the rules and regulations of the Office of Historic Preservation of the
State of Department of Parks and Recreation, namely the U.S. Secretary of the Interior’s
Standards and Guidelines for Historic Preservation Projects. These guidelines are attached
hereto, marked as Exhibit C, and incorporated herein by this reference. Owner shall continually
maintain the Historic Property in the same or better condition.
c. A view corridor enabling the general public to see the Historic Property from the
public right-of-way shall be maintained, and Owner shall not be permitted to block the view
corridor to the property with any new structure, such as walls, fences or shrubbery, so as to
prevent the viewing of the historic landmark by the public.
d. The following are prohibited: demolition of the Historic Property or destruction of
character-defining features of the building or site; removal of trees and other major vegetation
unless removal is approved by a rehabilitation plan approved by the Historic Resources
Commission; paving of yard surface; exterior alterations or additions unless approved by the
Historic Resources Commission and such alterations are in keeping with the Secretary of
Interior’s Standards; deteriorating, dilapidated or unrepaired structures such as fences, roofs,
doors, walls, and windows; storage of junk, trash, debris, discarded or unused objects such as
cars, appliances, or furniture; and other unsightly by decoration, structure or vegetation which is
unsightly by reason of its height, condition, or inappropriate location.
e. Owner shall allow reasonable periodic inspection by prior appointment, as needed
or at least every five (5) years after the initial inspection, of the interior and exterior of the
Historic Property by representatives of the City of Santa Ana, the County Assessor, the State
Department of Parks and Recreation, and the State Board of Equalization, to determine the
Owner’s compliance with the terms and provisions of this Agreement.
4. Furnishing of Information.
The Owner hereby agrees to furnish the City with any and all information requested
which may be necessary or advisable to determine compliance with the terms and provisions of
this Agreement.
5. Cancellation.
a. The City, following a duly noticed public hearing by the City Council as set forth
in Government Code Section 50280, et. seq., may cancel this Agreement if it determines that the
Owner has breached any of the conditions of this Agreement, or has allowed the property to
deteriorate to the point that it no longer meets the standards for a qualified Historic Property, or
if the City determines that the Owner has failed to restore or rehabilitate the property in the
manner specified in Section 3 of this Agreement. If a contract is cancelled for these reasons, the
Owner shall pay a cancellation fee to the County Auditor as set forth in Government Code
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Section 50286. This cancellation fee shall be a percentage (currently set at twelve and one-half
(12 ½) percent by Government Code Section 50286) of the current fair market value of the
property at the time of the cancellation, as determined by the county assessor, without regard to
any restriction imposed pursuant to this Agreement.
b. If the Historic Property is destroyed by earthquake, fire, flood or other natural
disaster such that in the opinion of the City Building Official more than sixty (60) percent of the
original fabric of the structure must be replaced, this Agreement shall be canceled immediately
because, in effect, the historic value of the structure will have been destroyed. No fee shall be
imposed in the case of destruction by acts of God or natural disaster.
c. If the Historic Property is acquired by eminent domain and the City Council
determines that the acquisition frustrates the purpose of this Agreement, this Agreement shall be
cancelled and no fee imposed, as specified in Government Code Section 50288.
6. Enforcement of Agreement.
a. In lieu of and/or in addition to any provisions to cancel the Agreement as
referenced herein, City may specifically enforce, or enjoin the breach of, the terms of the
Agreement. In the event of a default, under the provisions to cancel the Agreement by Owner,
the City shall give written notice to Owner by registered or certified mail, and if such a violation
is not corrected to the reasonable satisfaction of the City Manager or designee within thirty (30)
days thereafter, or if not corrected within such a reasonable time as may be required to cure the
breach or default, or default cannot be cured within thirty (30) days (provided that acts to cure
the breach or default may be commenced within thirty (30) days and shall thereafter be diligently
pursued to completion by Owner), then City may, without further notice, declare a default under
the terms of this Agreement and may bring any action necessary to specifically enforce the
obligations of Owner growing out of the terms of this Agreement, apply to any court, state or
federal, for injunctive relief against any violation by Owner or apply for such relief as may be
appropriate.
b. City does not waive any claim of default by the Owner if City does not enforce or
cancel this Agreement. All other remedies at law or in equity which are not otherwise provided
for in this Agreement or in City’s regulations governing historic properties are available to City
to pursue in the event that there is a breach of this Agreement. No waiver by City of any breach
or default under this Agreement shall be deemed to be a waiver of any other subsequent breach
thereof or default hereunder.
7. Binding effect of Agreement.
a. The Owner hereby subjects the Historic Property, located at 2005 North
Greenleaf Street, Assessor Parcel Number, 002-103-15, and more particularly described in
Exhibit A, in the City of Santa Ana, to the covenants, conditions, and restrictions as set forth in
this Agreement.
b. The City and Owner hereby declare their specific intent that the covenants,
conditions and restrictions as set forth herein shall be deemed covenants running with the land
and shall pass to and be binding upon the Owner’s successors and assigns in title or interest to
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the Historic Property. Every contract, deed, or other instrument hereinafter executed, covering
or conveying the Historic Property or any portion thereof, shall conclusively be held to have
been executed, delivered, and accepted subject to the tenants, restrictions, and reservations
expressed in this Agreement regardless of whether such covenants, restrictions and reservations
are set forth in such contract, deed, or other instrument.
8. No Compensation.
Owner shall not receive any payment from the City in consideration of the obligation
imposed under this Agreement, it being recognized that the consideration for the execution of
this Agreement is the substantial public benefit to be derived therefrom and the advantage that
will accrue to the Owner as a result of the effect upon the assessed value of the property on the
account of the restrictions on the use and preservation of the property.
9. Notice.
Any notice required by the terms of this Agreement shall be sent to the address of the
respective parties as specified below or at other addresses that may be later specified by the
parties hereto.
City: City of Santa Ana
20 Civic Center Plaza (M-30)
Santa Ana, CA 92702
Attn: Clerk of the Council
Owner: Ernesto Estrada
2005 North Greenleaf Street
Santa Ana, CA 92706
10. General Provisions.
a. None of the terms, provisions, or conditions of this Agreement shall be deemed
to create a partnership between the parties hereto and any of their heirs, successors, or assigns,
nor shall such terms, provisions or conditions cause them to be considered joint ventures or
members of any joint enterprise.
b. The Owner agrees to and shall indemnify and hold the City and its elected and
appointed officials, officers, agents, and employees harmless from liability for damage or claims
for damage for personal injuries, including death, and claims for property damage which may
arise from the direct or indirect use or operations of the Owner or those of his or her contractor,
subcontractor, agent, employee, or other person acting on his or her behalf which relates to the
use, operation, and maintenance of the Historic Property. The Owner hereby agrees to and shall
defend the City and its elected and appointed officials, officers, agents, and employees with
respect to any and all actions for damages caused by, or alleged to have been caused by, reason
of the Owner’s activities in connection with the Historic Property.
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c. This hold harmless provision applies to all damages and claims for damages
suffered, or alleged to have been suffered, and costs of defense incurred, by reason of the
operations referred to in this Agreement regardless of whether or not the City prepared, supplied,
or approved the plans, specifications or other documents for the Historic Property.
d. All of the Agreements, rights, covenants, reservations, and restrictions
contained in this Agreement shall be binding upon and shall inure to the benefit of the parties
herein, their heirs, successors, legal representatives, assigns, and all persons acquiring any part or
portion of the Historic Property, whether by operation of law on in any manner whatsoever.
e. In the event legal proceedings are brought by any party or parties to enforce or
restrain a violation of any of the covenants, reservations, or restrictions contained herein, or to
determine the rights and duties of any party hereunder, the prevailing party in such proceeding
may recover all reasonable attorney’s fees to be fixed by the court, in addition to court costs and
other relief ordered by the court.
f. In the event that any of the provisions of this Agreement are held to be
unenforceable or invalid by any court of competent jurisdiction, or by subsequent preemptive
legislation, the validity and enforceability of the remaining provisions, or portions thereof, shall
not be effected thereby.
g. This Agreement shall be construed and governed in accordance with the laws of
the State of California.
11. Recordation.
No later than twenty (20) days after the parties execute and enter into this Agreement, the
City shall cause this Agreement to be recorded in the office of the County Recorder of the
County of Orange.
12. Amendments.
This Agreement may be amended, in whole or in part, only by a written recorded
instrument executed by the parties hereto.
13. Effective Date
This Agreement shall be effective on the day and year first written above.
{Signature Page Follows}
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ATTEST: CITY OF SANTA ANA
________________________ _________________________
MARIA D. HUIZAR RAUL GODINEZ II
Clerk of the Council City Manager
OWNER:
Date: ______________________ By:_________________________
ERNESTO ESTRADA
APPROVED AS TO FORM: RECOMMENDED FOR APPROVAL:
SONIA CARVALHO
City Attorney
By: _____________________ _____________________
LISA STORCK MINH THAI
Assistant City Attorney Executive Director
Planning and Building Agency
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EXHIBIT A
LEGAL DESCRIPTION
A PORTION OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF
SECTION ONE, TOWNSHIP FIVE SOUTH RANGE TEN WEST SAN BERNARDINO BASE
AND MERIDIAN BOUNDED AND DESCRIBED ACCORDING TO THE MAP OF SURVEY
OF SAID LAND FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY RECORDER OF SAID
ORANGE COUNTY, CALIFORNIA ON NOVEMBER 9, 1926 IN BOOK 3, PAGES(S) 6 OF
RECORD OF SURVEYS AS FOLLOWS:
BEGINNING AT A POINT IN THE EASTERLY LINE OF GREENLEAF STREET AS
SHOWN ON THE MAP ABOVE MENTIONED, DISTANT THEREON NORTH 0° 54’ EAST
146.01 FEET FROM AN IRON PIN SET AT THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF LONE ONE,
IN BLOCK A OF TRACT NO. 256, AS PER MAP RECORDED IN BOOK 14, PAGES(S) 23
OF MISCELLANEOUS MAPS IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY RECORDER OF SAID
COUNTY THENCE NORTH 0° 54’ EAST ALONG SAID EASTERLY LINE OF
GREENLEAF STREET 50 FEET; THENCE NORTH 89° 46’ 00” EAST 168.4 FEET;
THENCE SOUTH 0° 54’ WEST PARALLEL WITH THE SAID EASTERLY LINE OF
GREENLEAF STREET 50.08 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 89° 48’ 30” WEST 168.4 FEET TO
THE POINT OF BEGINNING.
Assessor’s Parcel Number: 002-103-15
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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Ward House
2005 North Greenleaf Street
Santa Ana, CA 92706
NAME Ward House REF. NO.
ADDRESS 2005 North Greenleaf Street
CITY Santa Ana ZIP 92706 ORANGE COUNTY
YEAR BUILT 1925 LOCAL REGISTER CATEGORY: Contributive
HISTORIC DISTRICT N/A NEIGHBORHOOD Floral Park
CALIFORNIA REGISTER CRITERIA FOR EVALUATION 3 CALIFORNIA REGISTER STATUS CODE 5S3
Location: Not for Publication Unrestricted
Prehistoric Historic Both
ARCHITECTURAL STYLE: Tudor Revival
The Tudor Revival looked to medieval England for its inspiration. Signature features of the style include steeply pitched
gables; decorative half-timbering; arched openings, often Tudor or Gothic in form; asymmetrical arrangements of building
features; tall brick chimneys; and picturesque windows of leaded glass or diamond patterned lights. The more ambitious
examples of the Tudor Revival were executed in brick or even stone; however, stucco over wood frame is quite common
in the forgiving climate of southern California. The Tudor Revival was favored primarily for residential buildings, although
small scale commercial buildings in the style also occur. Born in the late 19th century, the Tudor Revival was associated
with some Craftsman era building but was most popular during the 1920s and 1930s.
SUMMARY/CONCLUSION:
The Ward House qualifies for listing in the Santa Ana Register of Historical Properties under Criterion 1 for its
exemplification of the distinguishing characteristics of the Tudor Revival style. Additionally, the house has been categorized
as “Contributive” because it it “contributes to the overall character and history” of the Floral Park neighborhood and “is a
good example of period architecture,” representing the Tudor Revival style in Santa Ana (Santa Ana Municipal Code,
Section 30-2.2).
EXPLANATION OF CODES:
•California Register Criteria for Evaluation: (From California Office of Historic Preservation, Technical Assistance
Series # 7, “How to Nominate Resources to the California Register of Historical Resources,” September 4, 2001.)
3: It embodies the distinctive characteristics of a type, period, region, or method of construction, or
represents the work of a master, or possesses high artistic values
•It embodies the distinctive characteristics of a type, period, region, or method of construction, or represents the
work of a master, or possesses high artistic values.
5S3: Appears to be individually eligible for local listing or designation through survey evaluation
EXHIBIT B1
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State of California The Resources Agency Primary #______________________________________________
DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION HRI #__________________________________________________
PRIMARY RECORD Trinomial______________________________________________
NRHP Status Code_____________________________________
Other Listings_____________________________________________________________________
Review Code________ Reviewer________________________ Date_______________
Page _1_ of _3_ Resource name(s) or number (assigned by recorder) Ward House
P1. Other Identifier:
*P2. Location: Not for Publication Unrestricted *a. County Orange County
*b. USGS 7.5’ Quad TCA 1725 Date: March 3, 2015
*c. Address 2005 North Greenleaf Street City Santa Ana Zip 92706
*e. Other Locational Data: Assessor’s Parcel Number 002-103-15
*P3a. Description: (Describe resource and its major elements. Include design, materials, condition, alterations, size, setting, and boundaries)
Located in Floral Park, the Ward House is a one-story single-family residential building constructed in the Tudor Revival style.
Asymmetrical in design, the house features a steep-pitch, cross-gable roof clad in composition shingle roofing. There are two
front-facing gables, with a prominent front gable featuring a cat slide (flared eave) that extends over the recessed entry. The
exterior of the building is clad in stucco and features faux half-timbering and exposed purlins below the eaves. The stucco
was recently refinished with a sand float stuccco finish, to more accurately reflect the Tudor Revival style. The entryway is
characterized by a single contemporary door recessed within a round arch brick surround, accessed via a poured concrete
walkway and three brick steps. Fenestration consists a mix of multi-light fixed and casement windows, as well as a
contemporary bay window. A prominent brick chimney is located at the south elevation. The property is simply landscaped
with a mature tree, a lawn, low vegetation and simple walkway at the front setback. The driveway is located along the south
elevation and leads to the detached, one-story, two-car garage. Other than the noted changes, the house appears intact and
is in good condition.
*P3b. Resource Attributes: (list attributes and codes) HP2. Single-Family Residence
*P4. Resources Present: Building Structure Object Site District Element of District Other
P5b. Photo: (view and date)
Primary Elevation, view East
*P6. Date Constructed/Age and
Sources: historic
1925/ City of Santa Ana Building
Permits
*P7. Owner and Address:
Ernesto Estrada
2005 NorthGreenleaf Street
Santa Ana, CA 92706
*P8. Recorded by:
Pedro Gomez
20 Civic Center Plaza M-20
Santa Ana, CA 92702
*P9. Date Recorded:
October 4, 2018
*P10. Survey Type:
Intensive Survey Update
*P11. Report Citation: (Cite survey
report and other sources, or enter “none”)
None
*Attachments: None Location Map Sketch Map Continuation Sheet Building, Structure, and Object Record
Archaeological Record District Record Linear Feature Record Milling Station Record Rock Art Record
Artifact Record Photograph Record Other (list)
DPR 523A (1/95) *Required information
P5a. Photo
EXHIBIT B2
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State of California The Resources Agency Primary #__________________________________________
DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION HRI#______________________________________________
BUILDING, STRUCTURE, AND OBJECT RECORD
Page 2 of 3 *NRHP Status Code_ _________________________
*Resource Name or #: Ward House B1. Historic Name: Ward House
B2. Common Name: Same
B3. Original Use: Single-Family Residence B4. Present Use: Single-Family Residence
*B5. Architectural Style: Tudor Revival
*B6. Construction History: (Construction date, alterations, and date of alterations): Constructed April 30,1925. $4,000.
June 24, 1971. Private Swimming Pool for Jerry Ahrens. $2,400.
April 22, 1998. Changeout bathroom window and drywall first floor. $2,500.
November 15, 1999. Reroof with no tear off, comp shingle over wood shingle. $2,685.
*B7. Moved? No Yes Unknown Date:__________ Original location:_______ _______
*B8. Related Features: None.
B9a. Architect: Unknown b. Builder: N/A
*B10. Significance: Theme Residential architecture Area Santa Ana
Period of Significance: 1925 Property Type: Single-Family Residence Applicable Criteria: C/3
(Discuss importance in terms of historical or architectural context as defined by theme, period, and geographic scope. Also address integrity)
The Ward House is architecturally significant as a characteristic example of the Tudor Revival style. This house was originally
constructed in 1925, and was valued at approximately $4,400 according to the original building permit. The first recorded
owner and occupant was Gilmore C. Ward. Mr. Gilmore was a cashier at Barr Lumber, a lumber company located in Santa
Ana. He would eventually become a secretary of the company in the 1940's. Edgar Jeffries was the next recorded occupant
from 1945 - 1956. A Lyle N. Carson was the last recorded occupant in 1962.
(See Continuation Sheet 3 of 3.)
B11. Additional Resource Attributes: (List attributes and codes)
*B12. References:
City of Santa Ana Building Permits
Santa Ana History Room Collection, Santa Ana Public Library
Sanborn Maps
(See Continuation Sheet 3 of 3.)
B13. Remarks:
*B14. Evaluator: Brian Matuk/Chattel, Inc.
*Date of Evaluation: October 4, 2018
DPR 523B (1/95) *Required informati
Sketch Map
(This space reserved for official comments.)
Ward House
2005 Greenleaf Street
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State of California The Resources Agency Primary # _____________________________________________
DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION HRI # ________________________________________________
CONTINUATION SHEET Trinomial _____________________________________________
Page 3_ of 3_ Resource Name: Ward House
*Recorded by Pedro Gomez *Date October 4, 2018 Continuation Update
*B10. Significance (continued):
Santa Ana was founded by William Spurgeon in 1869 as a speculative town site on part of the Spanish land grant known as
Rancho Santiago de Santa Ana. The civic and commercial core of the community was centered around the intersection of
Main and Fourth Streets. Stimulated by the arrival of the Santa Fe Railroad and incorporation as a city in 1886, and selection
as the seat of the newly created County of Orange in 1889, the city grew outwards, with residential neighborhoods
developing to the north, south, and east of the city center. Agricultural uses predominated in the outlying areas, with
cultivated fields and orchards dotted with widely scattered farmhouses.
2005 Greenleaf is located in central Floral Park, a neighborhood north of downtown Santa Ana bounded by west Seventeenth
Street, North Broadway, and Flower street. Groves of oranges, avocados, and walnuts and widely scattered ranch houses
characterized this area before 1920. Developer and builder Allison Honer (1897-1981), credited as the subdivider and builder
of a major portion of northwest Santa Ana, arrived in Santa Ana from Beaver Falls, New York in 1922 (Talbert, pages 353-
356). “Before nightfall on the day of his arrival, Mr. Honer purchased a parcel of land. And that month, he began building
custom homes in Santa Ana” (Orange County Register, September 15, 1981). The parcel chosen became the Floral Park
subdivision between Seventeenth Street and Santiago Creek. “When built in the 1920s, the Floral Park homes were the most
lavish and expensive in the area. They sold for about $45,000 each” (Orange County Register, September 15, 1981). Revival
architecture in a wide variety of romantic styles was celebrated in the 1920s and 1930s and Floral Park showcased examples
of the English Tudor, French Norman, Spanish Colonial, and Colonial Revival. The Allison Honer Construction Company
went on to complete such notable projects as the 1935 Art Deco styled Old Santa Ana City Hall, the El Toro Marine Base
during World War II, and the 1960 Honer Shopping Plaza. Honer lived in the neighborhood he had helped to create, at 615
West Santa Clara Avenue.
In the late 1920s and 1930s, another builder, Roy Roscoe Russell (1881-1965), continued developing the groves of Floral
Park. An early Russell project was his 1928 subdivision of Victoria Drive between West Nineteenth Street and West Santa
Clara Avenue. The homes were quite grand and displayed various revival styles, including Russell’s own large, Colonial
Revival mansion at 2009 Victoria Drive. In the early post World War II years, Floral Park continued its development as
numerous, smaller, single-family houses were built. Continuing in the Floral Park tradition, they were mostly revival in style. In
the 1950s, low, horizontal Ranch Style houses completed the growth of Floral Park. Today (2018) Floral Park maintains its
identity as the premier neighborhood of Santa Ana, historically home to many affluent and prominent citizens.
The Ward House qualifies for listing in the Santa Ana Register of Historical Properties, under Criterion 1, for its representation
of the distinguishing characteristics of the Tudor Revival style. Additionally, the house has been categorized as “Contributive
because it “contributes to the overall character and history” of the Floral Park neighborhood and “is a good example of period
architecture,” representing the Tudor Revival style in Santa Ana. Character-defining features of the Ward House that should
be preserved include, but may not be limited to: materials and finishes (stucco and faux half-timbering); roof configuration,
materials, and treatment (steep pitch, prominent front gables); massing and composition (entry porch); and fenestration
(multi-light windows).
*B12. References (continued):
Harris, Cyril M. American Architecture: An Illustrated Encyclopedia. New York, WW Norton, 1998.
Marsh, Diann. Santa Ana, An Illustrated History. Encinitas, Heritage Publishing, 1994.
McAlester, Virginia and Lee. A Field Guide to American Houses. New York: Alfred A. Knopf, 1984.
National Register Bulletin 16A. “How to Complete the National Register Registration Form.” Washington DC: National
Register Branch, National Park Service, US Dept. of the Interior, 1991.
Office of Historic Preservation. “Instructions for Recording Historical Resources.” Sacramento: March 1995.
Whiffen, Marcus. American Architecture Since 1780. Cambridge: MIT Press, 1969.
Santa Ana and Orange County Directories, 1905-2017.
Ancestry.com
Newspapers.com (Santa Ana Register)
Historic Maps, Santa Ana History Room, 1912, 1923, 1932, and 1955.
Armor, Samuel. History of Orange County. Los Angeles: History Record Company, 1921, page 989.
Park Santiago Neighborhood Association. “The Gingerbread Lande Holiday Home Tour, 1999.” Brochure.
Rischard, Maureen McClintock. “People Behind Places: Enderle Center.” Orange County Genealogical Society Quarterly,
December 1993, pages 4-7
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Exhibit C
Exterior work shall be reviewed by the Historic Resources Commission and subject to the U.S.
Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for Rehabilitation of Historic Buildings, as follows:
1. Every reasonable effort shall be made to provide a compatible use for a property
which requires minimal alteration of the building, structure, or site and its
environment, or to use a property for its originally intended purpose.
2. The distinguishing original qualities or character of a building, structure or site
and its environment shall not be destroyed. The removal or alteration of any
historic material or distinctive architectural features should be avoided when
possible.
3. All buildings, structures, and sites shall be recognized as products of their own
time. Alterations that have no historical basis and which seek to create an earlier
appearance shall be discouraged.
4. Changes which may have taken place in the course of time are evidence of the
history and development of a building, structure, or site and its environment.
These changes may have acquired significance in their own right, and this
significance shall be recognized and respected.
5. Distinctive stylistic features or examples of skilled craftsmanship which
characterize a building, structure, or site shall be treated with sensitivity.
6. Deteriorated architectural features shall be repaired rather than replaced,
whenever possible. In the event replacement is necessary, the new material
should match the material being replaced in composition, design, color, texture,
and other visual qualities. Repair or replacement of missing architectural features
should be based on accurate duplications of features, substantiated by historic,
physical, or pictorial evidence rather than on conjectural designs or the
availability of different architectural elements from the other buildings or
structures.
7. The surface cleaning of structures shall be undertaken with the gentlest means
possible. Sandblasting and other cleaning methods that will damage the historic
building materials shall not be undertaken.
8. Every reasonable effort shall be made to protect and reserve archaeological
resources affected by, or adjacent to any project.
9. Contemporary design for alterations and additions to existing properties shall not
be discouraged when such alterations and additions do not destroy significant
historical, architectural or cultural material, an such design is compatible with
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size, scale, color, material and character of the property, neighborhood, or
environment.
10. Wherever possible, new additions or alterations to structures shall be done in such
a manner that if such additions or alterations need to be removed in the future, the
essential form and integrity of the structure would be unimpaired.
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HRC 2017-52/ HRCA 2017-53/ HPPA 2017-57
2005 NORTH GREENLEAF STREET
WARD HOUSE
P L A N N I N G AND B U I L D I N G A G E N C Y
500’ RADIUS
SITE
EXHIBIT 3
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