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COUNCIL ACTION
CITY COUNCIL MEETING DATE:
AUGUST 20, 2019
TITLE:
APPROVAL OF A HISTORIC PROPERTY
PRESERVATION AGREEMENT - 2112
NORTH FLOWER STREET
(STRATEGIC PLAN NOS. 5, 2; 5, 3)
RECOMMENDED ACTION
CLERK OF COUNCIL USE ONLY:
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❑ As Recommended
❑ As Amended
❑ Ordinance on 1� Reading
❑ Ordinance on 2ntl Reading
❑ Implementing Resolution
❑ Set Public Hearing For
CONTINUED TO
FILE NUMBER
Authorize the City Manager and Clerk of the Council to execute the attached Mills Act agreement
with the below -referenced property owners for the identified structures, subject to non -
substantive changes approved by the City Manager and City Attorney.
Historic Property
Property Owner(s)
Preservation
Address/House
Vote by HRC
Agreement No.
Khanh B. Nguyen and
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2112 North Flower Street
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Chinh K. Do
Ramos absent
HISTORIC RESOURCES COMMISSION ACTION
On July 11, 2019, the Historic Resources Commission (HRC) recommended that the City Council
authorize the City Manager and Clerk of the Council to execute the above referenced Mills Act
agreement (Exhibit 1) with the identified property owners for the historic structures, subject to
non -substantive changes approved by the City Manager and City Attorney.
This action allows for the approval of a Historic Property Preservation Agreement (Mills Act
Contract), which provides a potential property tax reduction whereby property owners agree to
reinvest the tax savings towards the maintenance of the historic property. Additionally, the
agreement prevents inappropriate alterations to protect the historic structure(s).
The historic structure(s) under consideration for approval of a Mills Act Contract includes the
following:
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The Wright -Tiernan House — An existing two-story Spanish Colonial Revival style residence
that is approximately 3,301 square feet on an 13,100-square-foot residential lot. The home
was added to the Santa Ana Register of Historical Properties in 2005 and categorized as
"Landmark." The details of the property and structure(s) are as described in the attached
HRC staff report dated July 11, 2019 (Exhibit 2).
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT
In accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act, the proposed project is exempt from
further review. Categorical Exemption ER No. ER-2019-42 will be filed for this project.
FISCAL IMPACT
The Historic Property Preservation Agreement will reduce the Property Tax revenue account
01102002-50011 to the City by an estimated $879.02 annually noted below, for a period of not
less than ten years.
HPPA No.
I Address
Estimate
2019-01
2112 North Flower Street
$879.02
Total:
$879.02
STRATEGIC PLAN ALIGNMENT
Approval of this item supports the City's efforts to meet Goal #5 - Community Health, Livability,
Engagement & Sustainability, Objective #2 (expand opportunities for conservation and
environmental sustainability) and Objective #3 (facilitate diverse housing opportunities and
support efforts to preserve and improve the livability of Santa Ana neighborhoods).
Minh Thai
Executive Director
Planning and Building Agency
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APPROVED AS TO FUNDS AND ACCOUNTS:
Kathryn Downs, CPA
Executive Director Tv^'
Finance and Management Services Agency
Exhibits: 1. Mills Act Agreement — 2112 North Flower Street
2. Historic Resources Commission Staff Report — July 11, 2019
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EXHIBIT 1
MILLS ACT AGREEMENT
2112 North Flower Street
Santa Ana, CA 92706
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 Khanh B. Nguyen and Chinh K. Do Trustees of the Khanh B. Nguyen and Chinh
K. Do Revocable Trust Dated January 16, 2019, (hereinafter collectively referred to as
"Owner"), owners of real property located at 2112 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
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 2112 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. 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 the Owner of the Historic Property agree
as follows:
1. Effective Date and Terms of Agreement.
This Agreement shall be effective and commence on August 7, 2019, 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 "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 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 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 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 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 ''/2) percent by
Government Code Section 50286) of the current fair market value of the property at the time of
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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 2112 North Flower Street,
Assessor Parcel Number, 001-201-09, 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 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
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regardless of whether such covenants, conditions and restrictions are set forth in such contract,
deed, or other instrument.
S. 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: Khanh B. Nguyen and Chinh K. Do Revocable Trust Dated January 16, 2019
2112 North Flower Street
Santa Ana, CA 92706
10. Genera! 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 anyjoint 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.
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.
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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.
C. 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 in Section 1.
(Signature page follows)
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MILLSACTACREEMENT
2112 North Flower Street
Santa Ana, CA 92706
CITY OF SANTA ANA
DAISY GOMEZ KRISTINE RIDGE
Clerk of the Council City Manager
OWNER
Date: By:
KHANH B. NGUYEN
Trustee of Khanh B. Nguyen and Chinh K.
Do Revocable Trust Dated January 16, 2019
Date: By:
CHINH K. DO
Trustee of Khanh B. Nguyen and Chinh K.
Do Revocable Trust Dated January 16, 2019
APPROVED AS TO FORM: RECOMMENDED FOR APPROVAL:
SONIA CARVALHO
City AttogLy
By:
RYA O. G MINH THAI
AssistanC ty Attey Executive Director
Planning and Building Agency
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EXHIBIT A
LEGAL DESCRIPTION
THAT PORTION OF BLOCK "H" OF TRACT 41, IN THE CITY OF SANTA ANA, COUNTY
OF ORANGE, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, AS PER MAP RECORDED IN BOOK PAGE 48 OF
MISCELLANEOUS MAPS, RECORDS OF SAID ORANGE COUNTY, DESCRIBED AS
FOLLOWS:
BEGINNING AT THE POINT OF INTERSECTION OF THE SOUTH LINE OF SAID BLOCK
"H" WITH THE WEST LINE OF THAT CERTAIN TRACT OF LAND CONVEYED TO THE
CITY OF SANTA ANA FOR STREET PURPOSES BY W.F. GREENLEAF AND OTHERS BY
DEED RECORDED JANUARY 27, 1928, IN BOOK 625, PAGE 296 OF DEEDS, RECORDS
OF ORANGE COUNTY, CALIFORNIA, THENCE NORTH ALONG THE WEST LINE OF
SAID TRACT OF LAND SO CONVEYED TO THE CITY OF SANTA ANA, A DISTANCE OF
80 FEET TO A POINT; THENCE WEST IN A STRAIGHT LINE TO AN INTERSECTION
WITH A LINE DRAWN PARALLEL WITH, AND 164 FEET WEST FROM THE WEST LINE
OF SAID TRACT OF LAND SO CONVEYED TO THE CITY OF SANTA ANA AT A POINT
80 FEET NORTHERLY, MEASURED ALONG SAID PARALLELL FROM THE SAID
SOUTH SAID BLOCK "H'; THENCE SOUTH ALONG SAID PARALELL WITH THE WEST
LINE OF SAID TRACT OF LAND CONVEYED TO THE CITY OF SANTA ANA TO THE
SOUTH LINE OF SAID BLOCK "H", AND THENCE EAST ALONG SAID SOUTH LINE TO
THE POINT OF BEGINNING.
Assessor's Parcel Number: 001-201-09
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REQUEST FOR
Historic Resources Commission Action
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JULY 11, 2019
TITLE:
HISTORIC PROPERTY PRESERVATION AGREEMENT
NO.2019-01 (MILLS ACT) FOR THE PROPERTY
LOCATED AT 2112 NORTH FLOWER STREET
(STRATEGIC PLAN NOS. 5, 2; 5,3)
APPROVED
❑ As Recommended
❑ As Amended
❑ Set Public Hearing For
CONTINUED TO
Prepared by Pedro Gomez
Executive Director Planning Man ger
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 Khanh B. Nguyen and Chinh K. Do for
the property located at 2112 North Flower Street, subject to non -substantive changes approved by
the City Manager and City Attorney (Exhibit 1).
Request of Applicant
Khanh B. Nguyen and Chinh K. Do, trustees of the Khanh B. Nguyen and Chinh K. Do Revocable
Trust dated January 16, 2019, are requesting approval to execute a Mills Act Agreement with the
City of Santa Ana at an existing residence located at 2112 North Flower Street that is currently
listed on the Santa Ana Register of Historical Properties.
Prolect Location and Site Description
The subject property, known as the Wright-Tieman House, consists of an existing two-story Spanish
Colonial Revival style residence that is approximately 3,301 square feet in size on an 13,100-square-
foot residential lot (Exhibit 2). The home was added to the Santa Ana Register of Historical Properties
in 2005 and categorized as "Landmark."
Analysis of the Issues
Ordinance No. NS-2382 authorized the Historic Resources Commission to execute Historic
Property Preservation Agreements (HPPA), commonly known as Mills Act agreements for eligible
properties. The property is listed on the Santa Ana Register of Historical Properties and
categorized as Landmark, making it eligible for a Mills Act agreement. The agreement provides
monetary incentives to the property owner in the form of a property tax reduction in exchange for
the owner's voluntary commitment to maintain the property in a good state of repair as necessary
to maintain its character and appearance. Once recorded, the agreement generates a different
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valuation method in determining the property s assessed value, resulting in tax savings for the
owner. Aside from the tax savings, the benefits include:
• Long term preservation of the property and visual improvement to the neighborhood
• Allows for a mechanism to provide for property rehabilitation
• Provides additional incentive for potential buyers to purchase historic structures
• Discourages inappropriate alterations to the property
In 2005, the Historic Resources Commission placed the Wright-Tieman House on the historical
register and within the Landmark category. Character -defining features of the Wright -Tiernan
House determined architecturally significant included: materials and finishes (stucco, tile, wood,
wrought iron); roof configuration and detailing; massing; windows and doors; arcade; chimney;
porte-cochere; balconies and porches; and architectural details (such as the brackets, impost
moldings, attic vent, wrought iron features, etc.). The Wright -Tiernan House qualified for listing
under Criterion 1 of Sec. 30-2, of the Santa Ana Municipal Code (SAMC), in that It embodied the
"distinguishing characteristics of an architectural style or period." Additionally, the house was
categorized as Landmark for its 'unique architectural significance' as a well -articulated example
of the Spanish Colonial Revival style popular during the 1920s and 1930s in Santa Ana.
The property has no identified unauthorized modifications. Upon consideration of the application,
it is recommended that the City enter into a Historic Property Preservation Agreement.
CEQA Compliance
In accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act, the recommended action is exempt
from further review under Section 15331, Class 31, as this action Is designed to preserve a historic
resource. Categorical Exemption No. ER-2019-42 will be filed for this project.
Strategic Plan Alignment
Approval of this item supports the City's efforts to meet Goal No. 5 Community Health, Livability,
Engagement & Sustainabiliy, Objective No. 2 (expand opportunities for conservation and
environmental sustainability) and Objective No. 3 (facilitate diverse housing opportunities and
support efforts to preserve and improve the livability of Santa Ana neighborhoods).
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Exhibits 1 -Mills Act Agreement
2 - 500' Radius Map
3 - Site Photos - 2112 N. Flower Street
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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: Cleric 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 Khanh B. Nguyen and Chinh K Do Trustees of the Khanh B. Nguyen and
Chinh K. Do Revocable Trust Dated January 16, 2019, (hereinafter collectively referred to as
"Owner', owners of real property located at 2112 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 Acn 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 2112
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. 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, now building, and other changes are
appropriate; and to ensure that rehabilitation and maintenance are carried out in an
exemplary manner.
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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. 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 fumish 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 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 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
Owner shall pay a cancellation fee to the County Auditor as set forth in Government Code
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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: Khanh B. Nguyen and Chinh K. Do Revocable Trust Dated January 16, 2019
2112 North Flower Sheet
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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ATTEST:
DAISY GOMEZ
CLERK OF THE COUNCIL
Date:
Date:
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
SONIA CARVALHO
City Attorney
By:
LISA STORCK
Assistant City Attorney
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MH-UACTACREEMENT
2112 North Flower Street
Santa Ana, CA92706
CITY OF SANTA ANA
KRISTINE RIDGE
City Manager
By:
KHANH B. NGUYEN
Trustee of Khanh B. Nguyen and Chinh K.
Do Revocable Trust Dated January 16, 2019
By:
CHINH K. DO
Trustee of Khanh B. Nguyen and Chinh K.
Do Revocable Trust Dated January 16, 2019
RECOMMENDED FOR APPROVAL:
MINH THAI
Executive Director
Planning and Building Agency
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
WRIGHT-TIERNAN HOUSE
2112 North Flower Street
Santa Ana, CA 92701
NAME
Wright -Tiernan House
REF. NO.
ADDRESS
2112 North Flower Street
CITY
Santa Ana
ZIP
1 92701
ORANGE COUNTY
YEARBUILT
1934
LOCAL REGISTER CATEGORY: Landmark
HISTORIC DISTRICT
I N/A
NEIGHBORHOOD I
WestFlomlPark
CALIFORDIIA REOISTER CRITERIA FOR EVALUATION
3
CALIFORNIA REGISTER STATUS CODE
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Location: ❑ Not for Publication. ® Unrestricted
❑ Prehistoric ® Historic ❑ Both
ARCEMCTURAL STYLE: Missfon/Spanisb Colonial Revival
The Mission/Spanish Colonial Revival style, as its name implies, encompasses two major subcategories. The Mission Revival
vocabulary, popular between 1590 and 1920, drew its inspiration from the missions of the Southwest. Identifying features include
curved parapets (or aspadorld); 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 1920a and 1930s. The movement received widespread attention after the Panama-
hllfornia Exposition in San Diego In 1915, where lavish interpretations of Spanish and Mexican prototypes were showcased. Easily
.-ognizable hallmarks of the Spanish Colonial Revival are low-pitched roofs, usually with little or no overhangs and red the roof
coverings, flat roofs surrounded by tiled parapets; and stuccoed walls. The Spanish vocabulary also includes arches; asymmetry;
balconies and patios; window grilles; and decorative elements ofwood, wrought iron, tile, or stone.
SUMMARY/CONCLUSION-
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e Wright-Tieman House qualifies for listing in the Santa Ana Register of Historical Properties under Criterion 1, as a structure with
the distinguishing characteristics of an architectural style orperiod, the Spanish Colonial Revival. Additionally, the house has been
categorized as "Landmark" for its "unique architechualsignificance" as a well -articulated example of the Spanish Colonial Revival
style popular during the 1920s and 19308 in Santa Ana'(Municipal Code, Section 30-2.2).
EXPLANAIVION OF CODES:
• California Register Criteria for Evaluation: (From California Office of Historic Preservation, Technical Assistance Series # 7,
"slow 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. -
California Register Status Code: (From California Office of Historic Preservation, December S, 2003.)
5S1 t Individual property that is listed or designated locally.
Exhibit B
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Bi. Hlstpric Name: Wdght-Tiernan House
B2. Common Name: Same
B3. Original Use: Single-family Residence B4. Present Use: Single-family Residence
*85. Architectural Style: Spanish Colonial Revival
•B6. Constructlon History: (Construction date, alterations, and date of alterations): Constructed In 1934,
April24, 1934. Residence and garage.
June 2, 1958, Room addition.
Apol29, 1985. Solardomestichot watersystem.
•B7. Moved? WNo 13Yes MUnknown Date: Or)ginel Locatlon:
'B6. Related Features:
Garage.
Ms. Architect: Unknown b. Builder: Unknown
'B10.Significance: Theme ResldentlalArchltecture Area Santa Ana
Period of Significance: circa 1895.1965 Property Type: Single-family Residence Applicable Criteria: NR: C; CR: 3
(Discuss importance In terms of historical or architectural context as defined by theme, period, and geographic scope. Also address integrity)
The Wright -Tiernan House Is architecturally signl8cant as a fine example of large, Spanish Colonial Revival home. it was
built In 1934, In the middle of the Great Depression, for Maxwell Wright for a reported cost of $7,500. Wright, a furrier, and
his wife Olive occupied the house unkT 1038. R. Arthur Tiernan, who operated the R. A. Tiernan Typewriter Company on
Fourth Street and his wife Juliette, were the next residents of the house.
(See Continuation Sheet of3.)
Bit. Additional Resource Attributes: (ust attrmutes and codes)
`B12. References:
City of Sande Ana Building Permits
Santa Ana History Room Collection, Santa Ana Public Library
Sanborn Maps
(See Continuation Sheet 3 of3)
B13. Remarks:
'614. Evaluator: LesBe J. Neumann
*Date of Evaluation: Aprll25, 2006
(This space reserved for offloW comments.)
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MHLLSACTAGREEMENT
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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:
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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