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AGENDA
PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING
Chula Vista, California
Wednesday, December 3, 2003, 6:00 p.m.
Council Chambers
276 Fourth Avenue
Chula Vista, CA 91910
CALL TO ORDER: Castaneda_ Madrid_ O'Nei/l_ Hall
Cortes_ Hom_ Felber_
ROLL CALL/MOTIONS TO EXCUSE
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE and MOMENT OF SILENCE
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
November 12, 2003
INTRODUCTORY REMARKS
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
Opportunity for members of the public to speak to the Planning
Commission on any subject matter within the Commission's jurisdiction
but not an item on today's agenda. Each speaker's presentation may not
exceed three minutes.
1, PUBLIC HEARING: PCC 04-08; Conditional Use Permit to construct and
operate an unmanned wireless telecommunications
facility at 2376 Clubhouse Drive. Applicant: AT&T
Wireless.
Project Manager: Michael Walker, Associate Planner
2. PUBLIC HEARING: ZAV 04-06; Consideration of a zone variance application
requesting an increase in maximum floor area for
accessory dwelling units from 650 to 850 sf at 194 Date
Street. Applicant: Alfonso Gastellum.
Project Manager: Lynette Tessitore-Lopez, Associate Planner
3. PUBLIC HEARING: Historic Preservation Report.
Project Manager: Lynnette Lopez, Associate Planner
Planning Commission
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December 3, 2003
BUSINESS:
DIRECTOR'S REPORT:
COMMISSION COMMENTS:
COMPLIANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT
The City of Chula Vista, in complying with the American with Disabilities Act (ADA),
requests individuals who require special accommodations to access, attend, and/or
participate in a City meeting, activity, or service, request such accommodations at
least forty-eight hours in advance for meetings, and five days for scheduled services
and activities. Please contact Diana Vargas for specific information at (619) 691-
5101 or Telecommunications Devices for the Deaf (TOO) at 585-5647. California
Relay Service is also available for the hearing impaired.
PLANNING COMMISSlONJNFORMATIONAL MEMORANDUM
TO:
Planning Commission
VIA:
Luis Hernandez, Deputy Planning Director-
FROM:
Lynnette Tessitore-Lopez, Associate
SUBJECT:
Presentation on the Evaluation of Historic Preservation in Chula Vista
Report
In 2002 an Ad Hoc Historic Preservation Committee (comprised of one member of each
of the Resource Conservation Commission, Design Review Committee, Planning
Commission, The Heritage Museum Board, and the Town Centre Committee) was
fonned to review the existing preservation efforts in Chula Vista. Based upon the
recommendations of the committee, the Historic Preservation Consultant and Staff
developed an evaluation report on historic preservation in Chula Vista. Attached is the
final Evaluation Report.
At the December 3, 2003 Planning Commission meeting staff will give a presentation on
the finaJ Evaluation Report as accepted by City Council on September 30, 2003. This
presentation is for infonnational purposes only and no action on the part of Planning
Commission is necessary.
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PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA STATEMENT
Item:
Meeting Date: 12-3-2003
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ITEM TITLE:
Public Hearing: PCC-04-008, consideration ofa Conditional Use Pennit to
construct and operate an unmanned wireless telecommunications facility at
2376 Clubhouse Drive. The Applicant is AT&T Wireless.
The applicant, AT&T Wireless, has submitted an application to construct and operate an unmanned
wireless telecommunications facility at the EastLake Country Club Golf Course located at 2367
Clubhouse Drive (see Locator Map). The project includes a 50-foot monopine, six panel antennas,
one 4 square foot pane1 antenna and four equipment cabinets.
The Environmental Review Coordinator has reviewed the proposed project for compliance with the
California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and has detennined that the proposed project
qualifies for a Class 3 categorical exemption pursuant to Section 15303 of the State CEQA
Guidelines. Thus, no further environmental review is necessary.
RECOMMENDATION: That the Planning Commission adopt Resolution PCC-04-008
approving the proposed wireless telecommunications facility, subject to conditions contained therein.
DISCUSSION:
1. Proiect Back!!round
AT&T Wireless is expanding its existing digital PCS (Personal Communications Services) network
throughout San Diego County. The PCS network consists of transmission and receiving stations,
also know as cell sites, to provide wireless communication services to serve businesses and
residences as well as provide for wireless connections to emergency services. AT&T Wireless in
proposing a cell site at the EastLake Country Club Golf Course in an effort to provide adequate
wireless service in the EastLake Greens community.
2. Proiect Settin!!
The project site is located at the eastcrly portion of the EastLake Country Club Golf Course. The
l57.l9-acre parcel is zoned as PC (Planned Community) and is surrounded in all directions by the
EastLake Greens residential community. There is an existing Cingular wireless telecommunication
facility that includes a two panel antennas mounted on a 40-foot pole as part of the netting for the
driving range. This site is approximately 290 feet to the west of the proposed AT&T facility.
3. General Plan, Zonin!! and Land Use
The project is zoned Open Space, and has a General Plan Land Use Designation of Parks and
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Recreation. The following table specifies the existing land uses surrounding the parcel:
General Plan Zoning Current Land Use
Site: Parks/Recreation Open Space Golf Course, Clubhouse and
Recreation facility
North: Low Residential R-l, SF Residential Residential
South: Low Residential R-l, SF Residential Residential
East: Low-Med Village R-l, SF Residential Residential
West: Low Residential R-14, SF Residential Residential
It is important to note that the nearest residence is approximately 300 feet to the south of the project
site (see Noticing Radius Map, Figure I).
4. Proiect Description
AT&T Wireless proposes to construct an unmanned wireless telecommunications facility at the
157.19-acre EastLake Country Club Golf Course located at 2367 Clubhouse Drive. The facility's
location is proposed at the east end ofthe golf cart building in the easterly portion ofthe golf course,
and north (behind) of the recreation facility. The wireless facility is designed to be compatible and
blend in with surrounding vegetation. There is an existing 40-foot Cingular Wireless facility
designed as a part of the driving range netting located approximately 290 feet to the west from the
proposed AT&T facility (see Project Plans, Attachment 3).
The wireless facility, which occupies 300 square feet of lease area, consists of a 50-foot tall
monopine designed to emulate a pine tree. The monopine will support six panel antennas and a 4
square foot flat panel antenna. Four 5- foot tall equipment cabinets and an elevated cable tray are also
included. The cabinets will reflect the architectural features (including color and design) of the
existing golf cart building (see Project Plans, Attachment 3).
5. Staff Analvsis
In accordance with Section 19.89 of the Chula Vista Municipal Code, a Conditional Use Pennit
approved by the Planning Commission is required for wireless telecommunications facilities that
exceed the height limit as allowed within the particular zone. The proposed site is zoned O-S (Open
Space), which has a maximum height limit of 35 feet; the 50-foot tall monopine exceeds the
maximum height limit by 15 feet. However, the monopine will be located among the existing trees,
and is designed to be visually compatible within the context of the natural setting. There are no
residences immediately adjacent to the site; the nearest residence is approximately 300 feet to the
south (see Noticing Radius Map, Figure I).
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The following are considerations in the review and approval ofthe project as stipulated in the City's
Wireless Telecommunications Ordinance:
Why is the proposed height the only technologically feasible option for providing service to the
area?
The proposed facility is efficiently designed to provide coverage in EastLake Greens community. A
moderate sloping terrain that makes uninterrupted and reliable coverage challenging characterize this
east area of Chula Vista. The goal of the facility is to provide a clear line of sight signal to reach the
existing wireless facility located southeast of the proposed facility (see Coverage Map, Figure 2).
AT&T radio engineers have detennined that the proposed monopine height is necessary to ensure
that the radio signal reaches to other signal to the south to provide uninterrupted coverage.
Does the facility use the smallest practical devices and most efficient technology needed to achieve
the needs of the network?
The facility will utilize a total of6 panel antennas and a 4 square foot flat antenna on a 50-foot high
monopine and four equipment cabinets that will be located adjacent to the golf cart building. This
facility is designed to meet the current and anticipated needs of the network.
Has the facility been designed utilizing stealth technology to be visually unobtrusive and to blend
with the surrounding environment?
The proposed monopine has been designed as a pine tree that conceals the antennas, and will be
among existing vegetation located in an area east of the golf cart building. This means that little
opportunity exists for having the monopine being detected. The equipment cabinets will be painted
to match the existing golf cart building. This will provide visual compatibility within the context of
the go If course. Therefore, the proposed design complies with the City's design standards for facility
stealthing (see Photo Simulations, Figure 3).
Was there a good faith effort to co-locate with the existing Cingular facility? Why not to co-
locate? Were additional co-location sites considered?
To the extent practicable, wireless telecommunication facilities are to be co-located. They should
also be constructed and sited to accommodate future co-location of other facilities. The applicant
indicates that locating AT&T antennas on the existing Cingular wireless facility will not work
affectively because the AT&T antennas would have to be placed above the Cingular antennas, which
would require a taller pole, and placing the AT&T antennas below Cingular's will not achieve the
intended coverage area. In this case, another AT&T wireless facility in the area would be necessary.
The applicant considered five alternative sites that included: I) EastLake High School; 2) the Hitachi
facility; 3) EastLake Community Church; 4) the water tanks at the tenninus of Park Meadows Road;
and 5) the Arco Olympic Training Center. EastLake High School and Olympic Training Center
currently have AT&T wireless facilities. The Hitachi facility, EastLake Community Church and the
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water tank locations are too far north and have a low elevation that will not allow adequate coverage
for the target area.
Is there an opportunity for co-location at the proposed facility?
AT&T has designed the monopine to accommodate co-location for two additional wireless carriers.
Conclusion
The antenna location will provide a necessary service by improving wireless cell phone service to the
developing areas of Eastern Chula Vista, including, residents, and businesses. Additionally, in the
event of a natural disaster or other emergency situation whereby traditional phone service may be
interrupted, the proposed facility would allow wireless telecommunications phones to continue
operating. The proposed wireless telecommunications facility will help accommodate the
communication needs of the eastern portion of the City. It is a passive use and therefore will not
adversely affect the policy and goals of the General Plan. Staff recommends approval of the
proposed conditional use pennit in accordance with the attached Planning Commission Resolution.
Attachments
1. Planning Commission Resolution
2. Project Figures
3. Project Plans
4. Disclosure Statement
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CHULA VISTA PLANNING AND BUILDING DEPARTMENT
LOCATOR PROJECT PROJECT DESCRIPTION:
C) APPUCANT: AT&T WIRELESS CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT
PROJECT .
ADDRESS: 2375 CLUBHOUSE DRIVE Request: Proposing a wireless facility consisting
SCALE: I FILE NUMBER: of a 50ft monopine with (6) panel antennas.
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Attachment 1
Resolution PCC-04-008
RESOLUTION NO. PCC-04-008
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROVING CONDITIONAL USE
PERMIT, PCC-04-008, TO CONSTRUCT AN UNMANNED
WIRELESS TELECOMMUNICATIONS FACILITY FOR AT&T
WIRELESS.
WHEREAS, the area of land owned by the EastLake Country Club Partnership, more
commonly known as the EastLake Country Club Golf Course, is the subject matter of this
resolution, and is represented in Exhibit A attached hereto and incorporated herein by this
reference; and for the purpose of general description is 157.19 acres of property located at 2367
Clubhouse Drive ("Project Site"); and,
WHEREAS, on July 30, 2003 a duly verified application for a Conditional Use Pennit
(PCC-04-008) was filed with the City of Chula Vista Planning Division by AT&T Wireless
('"Applicant"); and,
WHEREAS, Applicant requests pennlsslOn to construct an unmanned wireless
telecommunications facility consisting of one 50-foot-high monopine to support six antenna arrays;
one 4 square foot panel antenna; and four radio equipment cabinets ('"Project"); and
WHEREAS, the Environmental Review Coordinator has reviewed the proposed project for
compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act and has detennined that the project
qualifies for a Class 3 categorical exemption pursuant to Section 15303 of the State CEQA
Guidelines and, thus, no further environmental review is necessary; and,
WHEREAS, a duly called and noticed public hearing was held at the time and place as
advertised on December 3, 2003, at 6:00 pm in the City Council Chambers, 276 Fourth Avenue,
before the Planning Commission ofthe CityofChula Vista to receive the recommendation of City
staff and to hear public testimony with regard to the Project, and said hearing was thereafter closed.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Planning Commission does hereby find,
detennine and resolve as follows:
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FINDINGS
The Planning Commission of the City ofChula Vista does hereby make the findings required by
the City's rules and regulations to approve the issuance of conditional use pennits, as herein below
set forth, and sets forth, thereunder, the evidentiary basis that pennits the stated finding to be made.
I. That the proposed use at this location is necessary or desirable to provide a service or facility
which will contribute to the general well being ofthe neighborhood or the community.
The proposed use will provide and improve wireless telecommunications service in the vicinity and
in the surrounding residential areas of the EastLake Greens Planned Community. It will also
improve coverage and capacity for business users and personal use, and emergency service
providers including sheriff, police, fire, and paramedics.
2. That such use will not under the circumstances of the particular case be detrimental to the
health, safety or general welfare of persons residing or working in the vicinity or injurious to
property or improvements in the vicinity.
The proposed telecommunications facility has been designed and located to minimize any impacts
because it is located away from residential uses and will confonn to the existing environment and
landscape. The proposed 50-foot high monopine will blend well with the exiting trees. The
Project, ifmaintained properly, will reportedly comply with all FCC standards for radio frequency
emissions and operate quietly, emitting no fumes, smoke, dust, or objectionable odors.
3. That the proposed use will comply with the regulations and conditions specified in the code
for such use.
This granting ofthis conditional use pennit is conditioned to require the pennittee and property
owner to fulfill conditions and to comply with all applicable regulations and standards specified in
the Municipal Code for such use, including the City's Wireless Ordinance. That the Ordinance
generally allows wireless facilities in all zoning districts, but requires a conditional use pennit. The
proposed use is to be built in such a way that complies with the Wireless Ordinance's development
criteria and all other City zoning and build regulations. Furthennore, the conditions ofthis pennit
are approximately in proportion to the nature and extent of the impact created by the proposed
development in that the conditions imposed are directly related to and of a nature and scope related
to the size and impact of the project.
4. That the granting ofthis Conditional Use Permit will not adversely affect the General Plan of
the City or the adopted plan of any government agency.
The granting of this pennit will not adversely affect the Chula Vista General Plan in that said
Project is a passive use and, therefore will not adversely affect the policy and goals ofthe General
Plan. The proposed use will be built in a location with minimal impact on the already existing land
use, and virtually no visual impact on the existing area due to the stealth design of the monopine
and its inclusion among the existing vegetation. Monthly maintenance visits that the project may
generate will not result in the intensification of the use ofthe site and is an insignificant increase in
the traffic for the neighborhood.
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The Planning "Commission hereby grants Conditional Use Pennit PCC-04-008 subject to the
following conditions:
1. Construct and maintain the project as shown in conceptual plans dated October 7,2003.
This pennit shall be limited to providing AT&T Wireless, a wireless telecommunications
provider, the entitlement to locate a facility at this location, and cannot be sold or leased to
another provider without a reapplication for a conditional use pennit.
2. Approval of this request shall not waive compliance with all sections of Title 19 (Zoning)
of the Municipal Code, and all other applicable City Ordinances in effect at the time of
building pennit issuance.
3. Agree to cooperate with other telecommunication companies in co-locating additional
antennas on subject property, provided said co-locaters have received a conditional use
pennit for such use at said site from the City. Pennittee shall exercise good faith in co-
locating with other communications companies and sharing the subject property, provided
such shared use does not give rise to a substantial technical level or quality of service
impainnent of the pennitted use (as opposed to a competitive conflict or financial burden).
In the event a dispute arises as to whether Pennittee has exercised good faith in
accommodating other users, the City may require a third party technical study at the
expense of either or both the Pennittee and the potential user.
4. Comply with ANSI standards for EMF emissions. Within six (6) months of the Building
Division final inspection of the project, the Applicant shall submit a project implementation
report to the Director of Planning and Building which provides cumulative field
measurements of radio frequency (EMF) power densities of all antennas installed at subject
site. The report shall quantify the EMF emissions and compare the results with currently
accepted ANSI standards. Said report shall be subject to review and approval by the
Director of Planning and Building for consistency with the project proposal report and the
accepted ANSI standards. If on review the City in its discretion finds that the Project does
not meet ANSI standards, the City may revoke or modify this conditional use pennit.
5. Ensure that the project does not cause localized interference with reception of area
television or radio broadcasts, including local radio frequencies used by local school
districts and water districts. If on review the City, in its discretion, finds that the project
interferes with such reception, the City may revoke or modify the conditional use pennit.
6. Comply with the City's Municipal Code noise standards. Within three (3) months of the
Building Division's final inspection, the applicant shall submit a report to the Director of
Planning and Building that provides cumulative field measurements offacility noises. The
report shall quantify the levels and compare the results with current standards specified in
the Municipal Code for industrial uses. Said report shall be subject to review and approval
by the Director of Planning and Building for consistency with the project proposal dated
July 30,.2003, and Municipal Code noise standards. If on review the City finds that the
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project does not meet the Municipal Code noise standards, the City may revoke or modify
the petrnit.
7. Applicant/operator shall and does oereby agree to indemnify, protect, defend and hold
hannless City, its Council members, officers, employees, agents and representatives, from
and against any and all liabilities, losses, damages, demands, claims and costs, including
court costs and attorneys' fees (collectively, "liabilities") incurred by the City arising,
directly or indirectly, from (a) City's approval and issuance of this conditional use pennit,
(b) City's approval or issuance of any other pennit or action, whether discretionary or non-
discretionary, in connection with the use contemplated herein, and (c) applicant's
installation and operation of the facility pennitted hereby, including, without limitation, any
and all liabilities arising from the emission by the facility of electromagnetic fields or other
energy waves or emissions. Applicant/operator shall acknowledge their agreement to this
provision by executing a copy of this conditional use pennit where indicated, below.
Applicant's/operator's compliance with this provision is an express condition of this
conditional use pennit and this provision shall be binding on any and all of
Applicant's/operator's successors and assigns.
8. The Applicant shall allow the site to be inspected six months subsequent 'to the issuance of
building pennits to check confonnance with project plans and conditions of approval.
9. A graffiti resistant treatment shall be specified for the monopine and equipment cabinet
surfaces. This shall be noted on any building and wall plans and shall be reviewed and
approved by the Planning Director prior to issuance of building pennits. Additionally, the
project shall confonn to Sections 9.20.055 and 9.20.035 ofthe C.V.M.C. regarding graffiti
control.
10. Prior to issuance of a final occupancy pennit and operation of the wireless
telecommunication facility, a final inspection of the facility shall be conducted by the
Department of Planning and Building to ensure that all conditions of approval have been
met and all necessary pennits have been obtained. Electrical power to the facility shall not
be enabled prior to issuance of a final occupancy pennit, unless such power is needed to
test the facility's operation during construction and installation. If enabled for testing
purposes, electrical power shall be disabled once testing is complete.
11. The project shall comply with the following codes: 2001 Handicapped Accessibility
Requirements; 2001 Energy Requirements; California Building Code:
. California Plumbing Code
. California Electrical Code
. California Mechanical Code
. California Administrative Code Title 24 - Handicap Accessibility
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12. Electrical service connections and the locations of related components such as meters and
transfonners shall be coordinated with the sites electrical utility provider and a City of
Chula Vista Electrician prior to issuance of building pennit. Disruption of existing site
improvements and facilities, including site landscaping improvements, resulting from the
installation of said electrical services shall be replaced/repaired in kind subject to the
appropriate City approval(s).
13. This pennit shall be subject to any and all new, modified or deleted conditions imposed
after approval of this pennit to advance a legitimate governmental interest related to health,
safety or welfare which the City shall impose after advance written notice to the Pennittee
and after the City has given to the Pennittee the right to be heard with regard thereto.
However, the City, in exercising this reserved right/condition, may not impose a substantial
expense or deprive Pennittee of a substantial revenue source which the Pennittee cannot, in
the nonnal operation of the use pennitted, be expected to economically recover.
14. This pennit shall expire five (5) years after the date of its approval by the Planning
Commission. If, prior to the expiration, a request to extend this conditional use pennit is
received, the Zoning Administrator shall review this conditional use permit for compliance
with the conditions of approval, and shall detennine, in consultation with the applicant,
whether the proj ect shall be modified from its original approval. Extensions oftime may be
granted in five (5) year increments.
15. This Conditional Use Pennit shall become void and ineffective ifnot utilized or extended
within the time allotted in Section 19.14.260 of the Municipal Code.
16. Any violations of the tenns and conditions ofthis pennit shall be grounds for revocation or
modification of penn it.
17. If the telecommunications facility is no longer needed at the approved location, the
Applicant shall remove the facility from the site and restore the site to its pre-exiting
condition.
18. The property owner and the applicant shall execute this document by signing the lines
provided below, said execution indicating that the property owner and applicant have each
read, understood and agreed to the conditions contained herein. Upon execution, this
document shall be recorded with the County Clerk of the County of San Diego, at the sole
expense of the property owner and/or applicant, and a signed, stamped copy returned to the
City's Planning and Building Department. Failure to return a signed and stamped copy of
this recorded document within ten days of recordation to the City Clerk shall indicate the
property owner/applicant's desire that the project, and the corresponding application for
building pennits and/or a business license, be held in abeyance without approval. Said
document will also be on file in the City Clerk's Office and known as Document No.
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Signature of Representative of
AT&T Wireless
Date
Signature of Representative of
Owner
Date
INVALIDITY; AUTOMATIC REVOCATION
It is the intention of the Planning Commission that its adoption of this Resolution is dependent
upon the enforceability of each and every tenn, provision and condition herein stated; and that in
the event that anyone or more tenns, provisions or conditions are detennined by a Court of
competent jurisdiction to be invalid, illegal or unenforceable, this resolution and the pennit shall be
deemed to be automatically revoked and of no further force and effect ab initio.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT THE PLANNING COMMISSION does
hereby approve Conditional Use Pennit application PCC-04-008 in accordance-with the findings
and subject to the conditions contained in this resolution.
APPROVED BY THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF CHULA VISTA,
CALIFORNIA, this 3rd day of December, 2003, by the following vote, to-wit:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
Steve Castenada, Chair
ATTEST:
Diana Vargas, Secretary
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Attachment 2
Project Figures
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Noticing Radius Map
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Coverage Map
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Photo Simulations
Attachment 3
Project Plans
Attachment 4
Disclosure Statement
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APPLICATION APPENDIX B
Disclosure Statement
Pursuant to Council Policy 101-01, prior to any action upon matters that will require discretionary action by the Council,
Planning Commission and all other official bodies of the City, a statement of disclosure of certain ownership or financial
interests, payments, or campaign contributions for a City of Chula Vista election must be filed. The following information
must be disclosed:
1. List the names of all persons having a financial interest in the property that is the subject of the application or the
contract, e.g., owner, applicant, contractor, subcontractor, material supplier.
Eastlake Country Club Partnershipp
AT&T Wireless PCS. LLC, a Delaware
limited liability company, dba A f&T Wireless
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2. If any person' identified pursuant to (1) above is a corporation or partnership, list the nqmes of all individuals with
a $2000 investment in the business (corporation/partnership) entity.
Dave Kuhn, Eastlake Country Club
Palulerslllp
If any person' identified pursuant to (1) above is a non-profit organization or trust, list the names of any person
serving as director of the non-profit organization or as trustee or beneficiary or trustor of the trust.
3.
4.
Please identify every person, including any agents, employees, consultants, or independent contractors you have
assigned to represent you before the City in this matter.
Marl<. Brunette, Julius Santiago. Rich
Geatrans Corporation
Botello, Velocitel, Inc.
5. Has any person' associated with this contract had any financial dealings with an official" of the City of Chula
Vista as it relates to this contract within the past 12 months. Yes_ No~
If Yes, briefly describe the nature of the financial interest the official- may have in this contract.
6. Have you made a contribution of more than $250 within the past twelve (12) months to a current member of the
Chuta Vista City Council? No _ Yes.1$.... If yes, which Council member?
276 Fourth Avenue
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Disclosure Statement - Page 2
7. Have you provided more than $340 (or an item of equivalent value) to an official" of the City of Chula Vista in the
past twelve (12) months? (This includes being a source of income, money to retire a legal debt, gift, loan, etc.)
Yes No X-
If Yes, which official" and what was the nature of item provided?
Date: July 30, 2003
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Signat re of Contractor/Applicant
Mark Brunette, Veloeitel, Inc.
type name of Contractor/Applicant
Print or
Person is defined as: any individual, firm, co-partnership, joint venture, association, social club, fraternal
organization, corporation, estate, trust, receiver, syndicate, any other county, city, municipality, district, or other
political subdivision, -or any other group or combination acting as a unit.
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Official includes, but is not limited to: Mayor, Council member, Planning Commissioner, Member of a board,
commission, or committee of the City, employee, or staff members.
276 Fou rth Avenue
Chula. Vista
California
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PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA STATEMENT
Item: ~
Meeting Date: ]2/3/2003
ITEM TITLE:
Public Hearing: Consideration of a variance application requesting an
increase in maximum floor area for accessory dwelling units from 650 to 850
square feet. Applicant: Alfonso Gastellum
The applicant filed a variance application requesting approval of an increase in floor area for
accessory units from 650 to 850 square feet in order to relocate a pre-existing house behind an
existing house located at 194 Date Street. (see Locator)
The Environmental Review Coordinator, in compliance with the California Environmental Quality
Act (CEQA) has concluded that this project is a Class 3 categorical exemption from environmental
review (CEQA Section 15303, new construction or conversion of small stmctures)
RECOMMENDATION: That the Planning Commission adopt the attached Resolution ZA V - 04-
06 approving the increase in floor area based on the findings and subject to thc conditions contained
therein.
DISCUSSION:
I. Site Characteristics
The project site, 194 Date Street, is located on the west side of Date Street south of Main Street (see
Locator). The property is a 15, 681 square foot level lot containing one 1,544 square foot single-
family residence. The access to the proposed move-on accessory dwelling unit will be provided via
a 20-foot wide irrevocable reciprocal access easement along the northern boundary ofthe adjacent
parcel to the south (Attachment 2, page A-I.2. A reciprocal access agreement has been entered into
and recorded. A 6-foot high masonry wall bounds the property on each side.
2. General Plan, Zoning and Land Use
The project is located in the R-1-5P Single Family Residential Zone, and has a General Plan Land
Use Designation of Residential Low Medium (3-6 dwelling units per gross acre). Per Chula Vista
Municipal Code 19.58.022 accessory dwelling units are permitted within the R-l, Single-Family
Residential Zone and are deemed to be consistent with the existing General Plan within said zone.
Surrounding land uses and land use designations are as follows:
General Plan
Zoning
Current Land Use
Site:
Residential, Low-Medium R-1-5P
Single-family residential
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3 . Proposal
The proposal is to increase the permitted floor area for accessory dwelling units from 650 to 850
square feet. The variance is requested so that thc applicant can move on an existing 850-square-foot
accessory second dwelling unit, that the applicant purchased from outside ofthe City in 2002, behind
an existing I 544-square- foot primary single- fami ly home. The accessory second unit, which already
exists, is a contemporary gray stucco house with a gray composition shingle roof. The existing
hOllse will be remodeled to match the accessory unit and the 666 square foot addition that was added
to the existing house earlier this year.
ANALYSIS:
Prior to the adoption ofthe Accessory Dwelling Ordinance, the applicant purchased the 850 square
foot move on structure with the intention of providing independent living for his mother-in-law. The
applicant was unable to move the unit onto the Jot prior to the adoption of the Ordinance which
limits second accessory dwelling units to 650 square feet. The costs associated with reducing the
building square footage would be prohibitive and inadequate for his mother's needs.
Although the City's new accessory unit ordinancc limits this type of housing units to 650 square feet,
this proposal is appropriate for this location in that the large size ofthis parcel will allow the cxisting
(2) two car garages to rcmain to be used by the existing and proposed residential units on the site.
This ample on-site parking will minimize the neighborhood on street parking. The proposed second
accessory dwelling unit is appropriate in mass and scale to the site and is compatible with the
surrounding neighborhood. Though not a speci fie requirement of proposed second accessory
dwelling units in the RI-Zone, the proposed project will provide approximately 8,200 square feet of
landscaping and open space with the 15 foot 9 inch common area in the front ofthe unit as well as a
50 x 70 landscaped rear yard. The existing single-family residcnce has a 18 '6 X 70 front yard
which wi[] be landscaped as well.
The proposal meets all the development standards of the underlying zone as illustrated below:
DEVELOPMENT STANDARD ALLOWED PROPOSED
Height 28 feet (2.5 stories) 14 feet
Lot Coverage 50% 21 %
Setbacks:
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20 feet
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Further, it should be noted that Counci I has requested staff to re-evaluate the 650 square foot unit
limit for larger lots, such as this, indicating that the existing limit may be too low. The City Council
cited the mandatory nature of the applicable govemment code section, the general support of these
units as a source of affordable housing, and the compatibility of the unit with the neighborhood
based on size, FAR, and lot coverage. The revised accessory unit ordinance is scheduled for planning
commission consideration December 10,2003.
The applicant proposes to upgrade the existing house to match the newer accessory dwelling unit and
landscape the lot with shade trees, flowering plants and shrubbery. To ensure compatibility on the
site aU structures will match in color and materials.
CONCLUSION:
Staff recommends approval of the proposed Variance to excced the 650 square foot maximum for
accessory dwelling units by allowing the move on of the existing 850 square foot accessory dwelling
unit at 194 Date Street, in accordance with the findings and subject to the conditions of approval in
the attached P1anning Commission Resolution ZA V -04-06.
Attachments
1. Planning Conunission Resolution ZA V -04-06
2. Project Plans
3. ZA V-04-06 Application/Disclosure Statement
RESOLUTION ZA V -04-06
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA PLANNING
COMMISSION APPROVING VARIANCE ZA V -04-06, A REQUEST TO
INCREASE THE MAXIMUM FLOOR AREA FOR ACCESSORY DWELLIN
UNITS FROM 650 TO 850 SQUARE FEET.
WHEREAS, the property is located at 194 Date Street, Chula Vista CA
91911 ("Project Site"); and
WHEREAS, a duly verified application for a variance was filed with the City of
Chula Vista Planning and Building Department on November 11, 2003 by Mr. Alfonso
Gastellum ("Applicant") ; and
WHEREAS, said application requests a zone variance requesting approval of an
increase in floor area for accessory units from 650 to 850 square feet in order to relocate
a pre-existing house behind an existing house at the Project Site; and
WHEREAS, the Environmental Review Coordinator, in compliance with the
California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) has concluded that this project is a Class
3 categorical exemption from environmental review (CEQA Section 15303, new
construction or conversion of small structures); and
WHEREAS, the Planning and Building Department Director set the time and
place for a hearing on said variance and notice of said hearing, together with its purpose,
was given by its publication in a newspaper of general circulation in the city and its
mailing to property owners and residents within 500 feet of the exterior boundaries of the
property at least 10 days prior to the hearing; and
WHEREAS, the hearing was held at the time and place as advertised, namely
December 3, 2003 at 6:00 p.m. in Council Chambers, 276 Fourth Avenue, before the
Planning Commission and said hearing was thereafter closed; and
WHEREAS, after considering all reports, evidence, and testimony present at
said public hearing with respect to the variance application, the Planning Commission
voted to approve the zone variance.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Planning Commission
approves Variance ZA V -04-06 in accordance with the findings and subject to the
conditions contained in this Resolution.
FINDINGS:
I. That a hardship peculiar to the property and not created by the owner exists.
The proposed 850 square foot accessory dwelling unit is an existing structure that was
purchased prior to the adoption of the second accessory dwelling unit ordinance and can
not be reduced in size at a reasonable cost to the Applicant. A variance to exceed the
accessory dwelling unit square footage by 200 feet would be appropriate in this case
because the property is a 15,681 square foot lot in the R-1 Single Family Residential
Zone.
2. That such a variance is necessary for the preservation and enjoyment of substantial
property rights possessed by other properties in the same zoning districts and in the
same vicinity, and that a variance, if granted would not constitute a special privilege
of the recipient not enjoyed by his neighbors.
The variance would not constitute a special privilege of the recipient not enjoyed by his
neighbors. Chula Vista Municipal Code 19.58.022 allows for accessory dwelling units
within all R-1, Single-Family Residential Zones. The additional accessory dwelling unit
floor area does not exceed the lot coverage or floor area ratio allowed in the zone district
and therefore does not constitute a special privilege of the property owner not enjoyed by
others.
3. That the authorizing of such variance wilI not be of substantial detriment to the
adjacent property and wilI not materially impair the purposes of this chapter or
public interest.
The authorizing of this variance will not be of substantial detriment to the adjacent
property as the on site structures are not immediately surrounded by structures on the
surrounding lots. The accessory unit wi1l be setback from neighboring structures more
than 17 feet to the north, more than 100 feet to the south and more than 60 feet from the
rear. The provision of 2 two car garages exceeds the parking requirement of 1 off-street
space for accessory units. The entire site will be upgraded with landscaping and the
existing house and garages will be renovated to match the newer accessory dwelling unit.
4. That the granting of such variance wilI not adversely affect the General Plan of the
City or the adopted plan of any government agency.
The proposed accessory unit supports the established goal of The Chula Vista General
Plan to provide a variety of affordable housing opportunities, as well as Section
19.58.022 (A) of the Chula Vista Municipal code which identifies accessory dwelling
units as a potential source of affordable housing. This variance is in substantial
compliance with the adopted General Plan and the Chula Vista Municipal Code.
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
I. The accessory second unit shall be developed and maintained in accordance with the site
plan, floor plan and exterior elevations submitted with the variance application and dated
November 5, 2003.
2. Building Pennits shall be obtained and shall comply with current Unifonn Building
Code, California Building Code, California Plumbing Code, California Electrical Code,
California Mechanical Code, and 2001 Energy Requirements.
3. A soils report will be required prior to issuance of building pennits.
4. A copy of the recorded irrevocable reciprocal access agreement must be provided to the
Planning and Building Department prior to issuance of building penn it.
5. The following fees will be required based on the final building plans submitted: sewer
capacity fee based on all new construction, development impact fees, traffic signal fees.
There may be requirements set at the time development takes place and/or a building
pennit is applied for, depending on final plans submitted for building pennits.
6. Prior to issuance of building pennits, the Applicant shall pay all appropriate school fees.
7. Applicant shall implement any recommendations from CalAmerican Water Company.
8. The conditions of approval for this pennit shall be applied to the subject property until
such time that the variance is modified or revoked, and the existence of this use pennit
with approved conditions shall be recorded with the title of the property. Prior to the
issuance of the building pennits for the proposed unit, the applicant/property owner shall
provide the Planning Division with a recorded copy of said document.
9. The accessory second unit shall be connected to the existing sewer lateral, or the other
existing utilities such as water, electricity, gas, cable, etc. from the main unit, utilizing the
same address.
10. Any deviation from the above noted conditions of approval shall require the approval of a
modified variance. This pennit shall be subject to any and all new, modified or deleted
conditions imposed after approval of this pennit to advance a legitimate governmental
interest related to health, safety or welfare which the City shall impose after advance
written notice to the Pennittee and after the City has given to the Pennittee the right to be
heard with regard thereto. However, the City, in exercising this reserved right/condition,
may not impose a substantial expense or deprive Pennittee of a substantial revenue
source which the Pennittee cannot, in the nonnal operation of the use pennitted, be
expected to economically recover.
II. This pennit shall become void and ineffective if not utilized within one year from the
effective date thereof, in accordance with Section 19.14.260 of the Municipal Code.
Failure to cQmply with any conditions of approval shall cause this pennit to be reviewed
by the City for additional conditions or revocation.
12. Applicant/operator shall and does hereby agree to indemnify, protect, defend and hold
hannless City, its City Council members, officers, employees, agents and representatives,
from and against any and all liabilities, losses, damages, demands, claims and costs,
including court costs and attorney's fees (collectively, liabilities) incurred by the City
arising, directly or indirectly, from (a) City's approval and issuance of this Variance, (b)
City's approval or issuance of any other permit or action, whether discretionary or non-
discretionary, in connection with the use contemplated herein. Applicant/operator shall
acknowledge their agreement to this provision by executing a copy of this Variance
where indicated, below. Applicant's/operator's compliance with this provision is an
express condition of this Variance and this provision shall be binding on any and all of
Applicant's successors and assigns.
13. Execute this document by making a true copy of this letter of conditional approval and
signing both this original letter and the copy on the lines provided below,.,said execution
indicating that the property owner and applicant have each read, understood and agreed
to the conditions contained herein, and will implement same. Upon execution, the true
copy with original signatures shall be returned to the Planning Department. Failure to
return the signed true copy of this document shall indicate the property owner/applicant's
desire that the project, and the corresponding application for building pennits and/or a
business license, be held in abeyance without approval.
Signature of Owner (194 Date Street)
Date
Signature of Representative
Date
P ASSES AND APPROVED BY THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF
CHULA VISTA, CALIFORNIA, this 3rd day of December, 2003, by the following vote,
to-wit:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
ATTEST:
Steve Casteneda; Chair
Diana Vargas, Secretary
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Please fully describe the proposed project, any and all construction that may be accomplished as a result of approval of
this project, and the project's benefits to yourself, the property, the neighborhood, and the City of Chula Vista. Include any
details necessary to adequately explain the scope andlor operation of the proposed project. You may include any
background information and supporting statements regarding the reasons for, or appropriateness of, the application. Use
an addendum sheet if necessary.
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Disclosure Statement
Pursuant to Council Policy 101-01, prior to any action upon matters that will require discretionary action by the Council,
Planning Commission and all other official bodies of the City, a statement of disclosure of certain ownership or financial
interests. payments, or campaign contributions for a City of Chula Vista eiection must be filed. The following information
must be disclosed:
1. List the names of all persons having a financial interest in the property that is the subject of the application or the
contract, e.g., owner, applicant, contractor, subcontractor, material supplier.
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assigned to represent you before the City in this matter.
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6. Have you made a contribution of more than $250 within the past twelve (12) months to a current member of the
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7. Have you provided more than $340 (or an item of equivalent value) to an official" of the City of Chula Vista in the
past twelve (12) months? (This includes being a source of income, money to retire a legal debt. gift. loan. etc.)
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Person is defined as: any individual, firm, co-partnership, joint venture, association, social club, fraternal
organization, corporation, estate, trust, receiver, syndicate, any other county, city, municipality, district, or other
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Development Permit Processing Agreement
Permit Applicant:
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Type of Permit:
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This Agreement ("Agreement") between the City of Chula Vista, a chartered municipal corporation ("City") and the
forenamed applicant for a development permit ("Applicant"), effective as of the Agreement Date set forth above, is made
with reference to the following facts:
Whereas, Applicant has applied to the City for a permit of the type aiorereferenced ("Permit") which the City has
required to be obtained as a condition to permitting Appiicant to develop a parcel of property: and,
Whereas, the City will incur expenses in order to process said permit through the various departments and before
the various boards and commissions of the City ("Processing Services"): and,
Whereas the purpose of this agreement is to reimburse the City for all expenses it will incur in connection with
providing the Processing Services:
Now, therefore, the parties do hereby agree. in exchange for the mutual promises herein contained, as follows:
1. Applicant's Duty to Pay.
Applicant shall pay all of City's expenses incurred in providing Processing Services related to Applicant's Permit, including
all of City's direct and overhead costs related thereto. This duty of Applicant shall be referred to herein as "Appiicant's
Duty to Pay."
1.1. Applicant's Deposit Duty.
As partial performance of Applicant's Duty to Pay, Applicant shall deposit the amount aforereferenced ("Deposit").
1.1.1. City shall charge its lawful expenses incurred in providing Processing Services against
Applicant's Deposit. If. after the conclusion of processing Applicant's Permit, any portion of the
Deposit remains, City shall return said balance to Applicant without interest thereon. If. during the
processing of Applicant's Permit, the amount of the Deposit becomes exhausted, or is imminently
likely to become exhausted in the opinion of the e City, upon notice of same by City, Applicant
shall forthwith provide such additional deposit as City shall calculate as reasonably necessary to
continue Processing Services. The duty of Applicant to initially deposit and to supplement said
deposit as herein required shall be known as "Applicant's Deposit Duty".
2. City's Duty.
City shall, upon the condition-that Applicant is no in breach of Applicant's Duty to Payor Applicant's Deposit Duty,
use good faith to provide processing services in relation to Applicant's Permit application.
2.1. City shall have no liability hereunder to Applicant for the failure to process Applicant's Permit application, or
for failure to process Applicant's Permit within the time frame requested by Applicant or estimated by City.
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2.2. By execution of this agreement Applicant shall have no right to the Permit for which Applicant has applied.
City shall use its discretion in valuating Applicant's Permit Application without regard to Applicant's promise to pay for the
Processing Services, or the execution of the Agreement.
3. Remedies.
3.1. Suspension of Processing
In addition to all other rights and remedies which the City shall othelWise have at law or equity, the City has
the right to suspend andlor withhold the processing of the Permit which is the subject matter of this Agreement, as well as
the Permit which may be the subject matter of any other Permrt which Applicant has before the City.
3.2. Civil Collection
In addition to all other rights and remedies which the City shall othelWise have at law or equity, the City has
the right to collect all sums which are or may become due hereunder by civil action, and upon instituting litigation to collect
same, the prevailing party shall be entitled to reasonable attomey's fees and costs.
4. Miscellaneous.
4.1 Notices.
All notices, demands or requests provided for or permitted to be given pursuant to this Agreement must be in
writing. All notices. demands and requests to be sent to any party shall be deemed to have been properly given or served
if personally served or deposited in the United States mail, addressed to such party, postage prepaid, registered or
certified, with return receipt requested at the addresses identified adjacent to the signatures of the parties represented.
4.2 Goveming LawNenue.
This Agreement shall be govemed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Califomia.
Any action arising under or relating to this Agreement shall be brought only in the federal or state courts located in San
Diego County, State of California, and if applicable, the City of Chula Vista, or as close thereto as possible. Venue for this
Agreement, and performance hereunder, shall be the City of Chula Vista.
4.3. Multiple Signatories.
If there are multiple signatories to this agreement on behalf of Applicant. each of such signatories shall be
jointly and severally liable for the performance of Applicant's duties herein set forth. -
4.4. Signatory Authority.
This signatory to this agreement hereby warrants and represents that he is the duly designated agent for the
Applicant and has been duly authorized by the Applicant to execute this Agreement on behalf of the Applicant. Signatory
shall be personally liable for Applicant's Duty to Pay and Applicant's Duty to Deposit in the event he has not been
authorized to execute this Agreement by Applicant.
4.5 Hold Harmless.
Applicant shall defend, indemnify and hold harmless the City, its elected and appointed officers and
employees, from and against any claims, suits, actions or proceedings, judicial or administrative, for writs, orders,
injunction or other relief, damages, liability, cost and expense (including without limitation attomeys' fees) arising out of
City's actions in processing or issuing Applicant's Permit, or in exercising any discretion related thereto including but not
limited to the giving of proper environmental review, the holding of public hearings, the extension of due process rights,
except only for those claims, suits, actions or proceedings arising from the sole negligence or sole willful conduct of the
City, its officers, oremployees known to, but not objected to, by the Applicant. Applicant's indemnification shall include
any and all costs, expenses, attomey's fees and liability incurred by the City, its officers, agents, or employees in
defending against such claims, whether the same proceed to judgement or not. Further, Applicant, at its own expense,
shall, upon written request by the City, defend any such suit or action brought against the City, its officers, agents, or
employees. Applicant's indemnification of City shall not be limited by any prior or subsequent declaration by the
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Applicant. At its sole discretion, the City may participate at its own expense in the defense of any such action, bet such
participation shall not relieve the applicant of any obligation imposed by this condition.
4.6 Administrative Claims Requirements and Procedures.
No suit or arbitration shall be brought arising out of this agreement against the City unless a claim has first been
presented in writing and filed with the City of Chula Vista and acted upon by the City of Chula Vista in accordance with the
procedures set forth in Chapter 1.34 of the Chula Vista Municipal Code, as same may from time to time be amended, the
provisions of which are incorporated by this reference as if fully set forth herein, and such poiicies and procedures used
by the City in the implementation of same. Upon request by City, Consultant shall meet and confer in good faith with City
for the purpose of resolving any dispute over the terms of this Agreement.
Now therefore, the parties hereto, having read and understood the terms and conditions of this agreement, do
hereby express their consent to the terms hereof by setting their hand hereto on the date set forth adjacent thereto.
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LOCATOR PROJECT PROJECT DESCRIPTION:
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PROJECT 194 DATE STREET
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AN EVALUATION OF HISTORIC PRESERVATION
IN CHULA VISTA
Submitted to:
The City OfChula Vista
276 Fourth Avenue
San Diego, CA 91910
Submitted by:
Architect Milford Wayne Donaldson, F AlA
As Recommended by:
The Chula Vista ad hoc historic preservation committee
September 30, 2003
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ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
City of Chula Vista
Stephen C. Padilla, Mayor
Patty Davis, City Councilmember
John McCann, City Councilmember
Jerry Rindone, City Councilmember
Mary Salas, City Councilmember
Ad Hoc Historic Preservation Committee
Charles Bull, Resource Conservation Commission
Pamela Bensoussan, Heritage Museum Board
Cheryl Mestler, Design Review Committee
Steve Castaneda, Planning Commission
Bob Madsen, Town Centre Project Area Committee
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
2. INTRODUCTION
3. MISSION STATEMENT
4. STATEMENT OF SHARED VALUES
5. BACKGROUND
6. PROGRAMS AND TERMINOLOGY FOR HISTORIC
RESOURCES
7. EXISTING FRAMEWORK
8. SITUATION ANALYSIS
9. PROPOSED ACTION PLAN
10. PROPOSED ORGANIZATIONAL FRAMEWORK
11. APPENDIX
A. Comparative Analysis: Current Criteria for Local Designation
and Designation Procedures Matrix
B. Certified Local Government Requirements
C. Secretary of the Interior's Professional Qualification Standards
D. Secretary of the Interior's Standards for and Evaluation and
Identification
E. List of Designated Historic Sites
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1. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
The surge oflocal interest in historic preservation resulted in the City's adoption of the Mills Act
Program in 2001 as well as prompted a need to evaluate the City's current historic preservation
policies. In 2002 an ad hoc historic preservation committee was fonned to develop
recommendations for historic preservation in Chula Vista that would coordinate with the General
Plan Update. The purpose of the ad hoc historic preservation committee was to:
. Evaluate the City's existing historic preservation program;
. Make a recomrnendation for an appropriate program for the future;
. Identify short-tenn and long-tenn tasks that would assist the City ofChula Vista
in accomplishing the mission for historic preservation.
The ad hoc historic preservation committee, staff members of the Planning Department,
Community Development, the Library and historic preservation consultant, Architect Milford
Wayne Donaldson, F AlA, attended five (5) meetings in order to evaluate the City's existing
program and to detennine appropriate recommendations for the City's future preservation needs.
The "Evaluation of Historic Preservation in Chula Vista" analyzes existing conditions, trends,
current plans and standards, and provides recommendations on how to improve the City's
approach to historic preservation. This report will also include an action plan for
implementation.
In an effort to develop a consensus, the ad hoc historic preservation committee developed a
mission statement which identified objectives, goals, and tasks that would complement the
overall vision for the City ofChula Vista. With the mission statement in hand, it enabled the ad
hoc committee members to focus on the needs of the City and develop a preservation program
that would benefit the history of Chula Vista and its resources.
The ad hoc historic preservation committee reviewed the current programs and tenninology for
historic resources in order to establish a foundation for evaluation of its current program. This
included:
. National Historic Preservation Act;
. National Register of Historic Places;
. California Register of Historical Resources
. Certified Local Government;
. The Secretary of the Interior's Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties; and
. California Historical Building Code.
Next, the City's designation process was reviewed with an indepth look at its current properties
listed on the local register. Although the City of Chula Vista is rich and diverse in its collection
of historic resources, it was detennined that the current designation process as outlined in the
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City of Chula Vista Municipal Code, did not provide for a consistent historic review process.
Issues such as "historical context" and "integrity" were discussed in detail.
The ad hoc historic preservation committee also developed an action plan that would address the
issues raised regarding Chula Vista's historic preservation program. The action plan included
the following:
. Develop a preservation program based upon the Certified Local Government (CLG)
criteria;
. Provide a predictable and consistent historic review process, such as the National
Register of Historic Places criteria for designation;
. Establish an adequate and qualified historic preservation review board;
. Provide a set of standards or principles to guide the Board/Commission with regards
to historic preservation issues;
. Provide incentives for historic preservation; and
. Provide adequate public participation in the local historic preservation program.
2. INTRODUCTION
A local historic preservation ordinance is the most effective fonn of protecting a community's
historic resources. Every local government in California has the authority to adopt a local
program applying regulations to historic properties. Because every local community has varying
types of historic resources, populations, and development pressures, it is understandable that
each local government should create a local historic preservation program that best suits the
needs and views of its community. A historic preservation program should provide a policy for
the protection of historic resources, establi~h an object and process for designating historic
properties, and protect the integrity of designated historic properties.
3. MISSION STATEMENT
In an effort to develop consensus and cooperation, the ad hoc historic preservation committee
identified objectives, goals and tasks that they felt would complement the overall vision for the
City ofChula Vista. With the assistance of the City's Organizational Development Training staff
member Toni McKean, the ad hoc historic preservation committee identified objectives, goals
and tasks that they felt would complement the overall vision for the City of Chula Vista. The
following mission statement of the Committee was developed from those objectives, goals, and
tasks identified:
The Mission of the ad hoc historic presen'ation committee is to
develop recommendations for historic preservation in Chula Vista that
will foster cohesiveness between historic preservation and other land
use policies and that will preserve elements of important periods in
Chula Vista History and that will honor individuals that have played
a significant role in the cultural, social, economic. and architectural history.
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With this mission in mind, the Committee detennined that an appropriate program for the future
should recognize and preserve the integrity of buildings, structures, and sites; address the values
and principles of the entire City ofChula Vista; and honor contributions of individuals who have
played a significant role locally, regionally, and nationally. I
4. STATEMENT OF SHARED VALVES
Historic preservation activities in Chula Vista should focus on the values established by the City
Council in February 2000. At that time, the City Council developed a statement of shared values
that the City should be committed to pursue in each of its endeavors. These values are: to build
and nurture a progressive and cohesive community which values our diversity, respects our
citizens, honors our legacy, and embraces the opportunities for the future. Further, historic
preservation should help provide for a "connected, balanced, and cohesive community" which
was established as one of the City Council 2003 Strategic Themes.
5. BACKGROUND
A. Brief History2
The Chula Vista area was part ofa Spanish land grant known as Rancho del Rey, the King's
Ranch. Under Mexican rule in 1821, this ranch became known as Rancho de la Nacion. It
encompassed National City, Chula Vista, Bonita, Sunnyside, and the Sweetwater Valley. In
1845, the ranch was granted to Juan Forster, son-in-law of Mexican governor Pio Pico. Ten
years later, Forster sold it to F.A.L. Pioche, a Frenchman from San Francisco, who sold out to
the Kimball brothers, Frank, Warren, and Levi.
Frank Kimball, a real estate developer, built the towns of National City and Chula Vista. In
1885, he brought the Santa Fe Railroad to Southern California, with its first tenninus in National
City. Several directors of the Santa Fe Railroad and Colonel W.G. Dickinson, a professional
town planner, fonned the San Diego Land and Town Company. They began developing the area
by subdividing a 5,000 acre portion into five-acre lots with avenues and streets 80 feet in width
and a steam motor passing through the center. The purchaser was required to build thereon.
Within six months, a modern style house costing not less than $2,000 was built.
1 According to the National Register of Historic Places, integrity is the ability of a property to convey its
significance. To be listed in the National Register of Historic Places, a property must not only be shown to be
significant under the National Register criteria, but it also must have integrity. The evaluation of integrity is
sometimes a subjective judgment. but it must always be grounded in an understanding of a property's physical
features and how they relate to its significance. There are seven (7) aspects of integrity as defined by the National
Register: location, design, setting, materials, workmanship, feeling, and association. National Park Service,
National Register Bulletin 15. How to Apply the National Register Criteria for Evaluation. (Washmgton D.C.. U.S.
Department of the Interior), rev. t99t. http://www.cLnps.gov/nr/publicatlOnslbulletins/nrb15/nrbI5_8.htm
2 Excerpt from "Chula Vista Historic Home Tour" Brochure. 2002.
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The Sweetwater Dam was built by the San Diego Land and Town Company to bring water to
Chula Vista; a railroad was built to connect Chula Vista and Otay with National City and San
Diego. The people coming to Chula Vista raised lemons, and in time, the area became the
largest lemon-growing center in the world.
The city was incorporated in 19] I with a population of 550. After Its incorporation, Chula Vista
continued to be a leading lemon-growmg center. Other important crops were tomatoes, celery,
and salt. The Western Salt Works has been operating on the Chula Vista bay front since the
beginning ofthe century. From 1916 to 1920, Chula Vista had a kelp processing plant that
produced potash and acetone to make cordite used by the British to make bombs during World
War I. This plant, now known as Gunpowder Point, had the largest kelp harvesting fleet and
tank fann in the world at that time. Just after World War II, Rohr Aircraft Company was
established on the bay front.
The current rapid population growth and activity in Chula Vista is such that could not have been
imagined in 1911. Today's historic homes can be found in the areas between Interstate 5 and
805, framed by Broadway and Hilltop and C Street through L Street.
B. Historic Preservation in Chula Vista
Prior to 1985, the City of Chula Vista did not have an official local register that contained a
listing of historic resources. Only a minimal number of houses were recognized and designated
as historic.
In 1985 the City ofChula Vista sponsored a local historic resources inventory. The inventory
was limited to the area of Trousdale Drive to the north, L Street to the South, Freeway 5 to the
West and Hilltop Drive on the East. This inventory preceded the annexahon of the Montgomery
Area and did not include this area as part of the survey. Participating in the survey included
three (3) members of the Chula Vista Historical Society and local historian, Kama Webster.
Kama Webster was contracted directly by the City Council to research and document the
architecture and history of the homes and conduct a walking survey of homes within the study
area. As a result, approximately 258 homes were included on the survey list with 42 of the
homes being included within the Chula Vista List of Historic Sites.
More recently, the surge in local interest in historic preservation coupled with a City Council
committed to the preservation of historic resources within Chula Vista prompted an evaluation of
current historic preservation policies and led to the adoption of the Mills Act Program in 2001.
The Mills Act Program is a tax incentive program for owners of historic homes and buildings.
Since that time, 15 more houses have been designated as historic with a total of 22 historic
homeowners electing to participate in the Mills Act Program.
Council directed staff to review the status of the City's historic preservation program and to
propose amendments if needed. Staff researched historic preservation programs of other cities in
San Diego County and found that, unlike Chula Vista, most jurisdictions included historic
preservation as a section in their General Plan and/or had a historic preservation ordinance in
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place. In light of the fact that Chula Vista was currently updating their General Plan, stafffelt
that a more comprehensive approach to reviewing the City's historic preservation policies,
programs, and activities, coordinated with the General Plan Update, would be beneficial.
Staff took the request to Council and in July 2002, the City Council approved the fonnation of an
ad hoc historic preservation committee. The Council also approved that a consultant, familiar
with historic preservation programs, be retained to assist in the development of the plan. Council
requested that the committee develop recommendations of what the City of Chula Vista Historic
Preservation Program should be and an action plan for how the City may obtain those goals.
The ad hoc committee was charged with the responsibility of:
. Providing an evaluation of the City's existing historic preservation program;
. Detennining an appropriate program for the future and identifying short-tenn and
long-tenn tasks that would help the City accomplish the mission for historic
preservation.
The Committee was comprised of one representative from the Resource Conservation
Commission, Design Review Committee, Planning Commission, Heritage Museum Board, and
the Town Centre Project Area Committee.
6. PROGRAMS AND TERMINOLOGY FOR HISTORIC RESOURCES
Historic preservation laws and programs were enacted throughout the nation because of public
concern about the destruction of national and state prehistoric and historic resources by
government-sponsored projects. Within the past generation, historic preservation has evolved
from a limited and somewhat insular pursuit into a broad based popular movement with wide
support. The following are programs and tenninology common for historic resources:
A. National Historic Preservation Act
In 1966, Congress passed the National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA) establishing the
Federal Government as a full partner and leader in historic preservation. While Congress
recognized that national goals for historic preservation could best be achieved by
supporting the drive, enthusiasm, and wishes of local citizens and communities, it
understood that the Federal Government must set an example through enlightened
policies and practices.
The NHP A requires federal and state agencies to consider the impacts that their projects
and plans will have on properties listed on or eligible for listing on the Nationa] Register
of Historic Places. Ifa federal or state project will adversely affect a register-eligible
property, then the agency must consider ways to lessen or mitigate the negative impacts
on the eligible property. Agencies may consult with the State Historic Preservation
Officer (SHPO) in making decisions about the identification, register-eligibility, and
mitigation treatment for properties. Federal agencies include Tribal Historic Preservation
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Offices and the Federal Historic Preservation Offices as well as other interested parties in
their decision-making process.
B. National Register of Historic Places
The National Register of Historic Places is the official federal list of districts, sites,
buildings, structures, and objects significant in American history, architecture,
archaeology, engineering, and culture. Properties eligible for listing on the National
Register contribute to an understanding of the historical and cultural foundations of the
nation. The National Register includes all prehistoric and historic properties within the
National Park system, National Hisioric Landmarks, and properties of significance in
national, state, or local prehistory and history.
The National Register is the "authoritative guide to be used by Federal, State, and local
governments, private groups, and citizens to identify the Nation's cultural resources and
to indicate what properties should be considered for protection from destruction or
impainnent." However, the federal regulations explicitly provide that National Register
listing of private property "does not prohibit under Federal law or regulation any actions
which may otherwise be taken by the property owner with respect to the property."
Benefits for listing include the recognition of a property's importance to local, regional,
or national history and as well as assist in bringing financial benefits to the community
through revitalization and heritage tourism.
C. California Register of Historical Resources
The California Register of Historical Resources (California Register) is an authoritative
guide to California's significant historical and archaeological resources to be used by
state and local agencies, private groups, and citizens in identifying the existing historical
resources of the state, and to indicate which resources deserve to be protected, to the
extent prudent and feasible, from substantial adverse change.
The California Register program encourages:
(1) public recognition and protection ofresources of architectural, historical,
archaeological, and cultural significance,
(2) identifies historical resources for state and local planning purposes,
(3) defines threshold eligibility for state historic preservation grant funding.
The State Historical Resources Commission (SHRC) oversees the California Register
proi,,'Tam, which the State Office of Historic Preservation (OHP) administers.
D. Certified Local Government
The Certified Local Government program integrates local governments with the national
historic preservation program through activities that strengthen decision-making
regarding historic places at the local level. The program also provides federal funding
and technical assistance to local governments via the State Historic Preservation Officer
for preservation activities.
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E. The Secretary of the Interior's Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties
The Secretary of the Interior is responsible for establishing standards for all programs
under Departmental authority and for advising Federal agencies on the preservation of
historic properties listed in or eligible for listing in the National Register of Historic
Places. In partial fulfillment of this responsibility, The Secretary of the Interior's
Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties (The Standards) have been developed
to guide work undertaken on historic buildings. There are separate standards for
preservation, rehabilitation, restoration, and reconstruction.
In addition, The Standards have guided Federal agencies in carrying out their historic
preservation responsibilities for properties in Federal ownership or control; the State
Historic Preservation Officer (SHPO) and local officials in reviewing both Federal and
non-Federal rehabilitation proposals. The Standards are mandated when federal funds are
utilized or when they are part of a federal tax certification program. It is the intent of The
Standards to assist the long-tenn preservation of historic materials and features. The
Standards pertain to historic buildings of all materials, construction types, sizes, and
occupancy and encompass the exterior and interior of the buildings as well as cultural
landscapes.
F. California Historical Building Code
The CHBC applies to all qualified historic structures, districts and sites. To be qualified,
designation must come from federal, state or local authority and includes structures listed
on following:
. National Register of Historic Places
. California Register of Historic Resources
. Cali fornia Registered State Historic Landmarks
. Points of Historic Interest
. State Recorded and Evaluated Local Inventories
. City or County Inventories
Title 24, Part 8, the California Historical Building Code, is the only building code in
California appropriate to historic structures, districts and sites. It mandates that
reasonable alternatives be sought and adopted where historic fabric or historic
perceptions are threatened by the requirements of the regular code.
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7. EXISTING FRAMEWORK
Chula Vista has a rich and diverse inventory of historic resources. There are 61 sites/structures
that have been detennined by the City Council to meet the local criteria and are currently listed
on the Chula Vista List of Historic Sites. (Refer to Appendix F, List of Designated Historic
Sites) The current local designation criteria is as fol1ows:
a. Bears a relationship to overal1 heritage on a local, state, or national basis.
b. Relates to a historic personage who played an important role historical1y, on a
local, state, or national basis. However, the individual need not be known
nationally, as long as it was 'someone who made a significant contribution on a
local basis. Ideal1y, this includes a site where the individual lived or where a
noteworthy historical contribution or achievement took place.
c. May be a site where an important event took place. This would be an event
symbolic ofa phase of history that could reach the national level. The site of the
signing of a historic document, for example, wil1 satisfy this criterion.
d. The site should have distinguishing architectural characteristics that are
identifiable. This includes structures of a particular architecturally style
recognizable today.
c. The site may be archaeologically significant in its association with pre-history of
the area. A site demonstrating existence of an ancient community (Indians
indigenous to the area, for example) could satisfy this criterion.
f. Has integrity. This is where the site continues to have evidence of the original
features. Enough of the original structure or the site is intact to be distinguishable
as having historical value.
A. Current Plans and Standards
Currently, historic preservation is not contained in the Chula Vista General Plan nor does
the City have a historic preservation ordinance. The legislative basis for historic
preservation in Chula Vista is only addressed in Chapter 2.32 Sections 2.32.030 (J),
2.32.070,2.32.090 of the Chula Vista Municipal Code and fal1s under the jurisdiction of
the Resource Conservation Commission (RCC).
Ordinance Provisions:
. 92.32.030 (J) Safeguard the city's historic, aesthetic, social, economic, political,
and architectural past.
. 92.32.070 Additional duties - Historical protection
The commission shal1:
A. Recommend to the city council the designation of any site which it has
found to meet the criteria as a historical site. The commission shal1 also
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recommend if the historical site pennit process as provided in Section
2.32.090 of this chapter, should be imposed on the site;
B. Inspect any site which the commission has reason to believe could meet
the criteria for a historic site;
C. Explore means for the protection, retention, and preservation of any
historical site, including, but not limited to, appropriate legislation and
financing, such as the establishment of a private funding organization or
individual, local, state, or federal assistance;
D. Recommend standards for historical and aesthetic dIstricts and the
establishment of such districts within the city;
E. Coordinate its activities with the county, the state, and the federal
government as appropriate to prevent duplication of efforts.
F. Provide direction to staff for the preparation and maintenance of a register
of all designated historical sites. The register shall include a description of
the site, its location, the reason for its designation, and other infonnation
that the commission detennines necessary. The register shall be
distributed to city departments; the owners and/or occupants of designated
historical sites and other interested civic or governmenta1 agencies;
G. Ten days prior to the consideration by the commission of any site for
designation as a historical site, the owner shall be notified in writing that
the site is under consideration for inclusion in the register. The notice
shall include the date, time, and place of the meeting. For purposes of this
chapter, the owner of such property is the person appearing as the owner
of such property on the last equalized assessment roll of the county. Such
notice shall be mailed to the address shown on the assessment roll, in
order for a person to appear and protest such inclusion. The owner shall
also be notified of any subsequent discussion or possible actions regarding
the potential site by the commission or city council.
. 92.32.090 Historical site pennit process.
A. The city council may, after considering such a recommendation by the
resource conservation commission, impose the pennit restrictions
contained in this section.
B. No pennit for the demolition, substantial alteration or removal of any
building, structure, or site shall be issued without first referring the matter
to the resource conservation commission, except where the city manager
detennines that demolition, removal, or substantial alteration of any such
building, structure, or site is immediately necessary in the interest of the
public health, safety or general welfare. The building, engineering, and
planning departments shall notify the resource conservation commission in
writing within five (5) days of any request it receives for any such pennit.
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. Mills Act
The Mills Act is legislation that gives local jurisdictions the power to enter into
contractual agreements with private property owners of qualified historic homes.
The Mills Act is designed to encourage the preservation, maintenance, and
restoration of designated historic properties through property tax savings. The
Mills Act Agreement specifies what preservation, maintenance and restoration
efforts will be made by the property owner(s). The Agreement is a legally binding
contract between the City and the historic homeowner with a minimum tenn of 10
years. The County Assessor's Office detennines what the "new" assessed value
and property tax savings will be. Property tax savings can be substantial.
May 29, 2001 The City Council adopted a PoJicy implementing the Mills Act
Program whereby the City has the authority to enter into Mills Act Contracts with
the owners of qualified historic sites. This program was designed to encourage
the preservation, maintenance, and restoration of designated historic properties
through property tax incentives. An owner of a qualified historic property may be
eligible to have their property taxes reassessed at a lower rate, with the stipulation
that the property tax savings be used toward the preservation of the historic
property. To date the City has entered into 22 Mills Act Contracts.
. Preservation Advocacy
Chula Vista also has an active local historic preservation group comprised of
historic homeowners, long-time residents, and preservation activists. Many of
those in the preservation group are members of The Heritage Museum. The
Heritage Museum is located at 360 Third Avenue and is dedicated to enhancing
knowledge of the region's history. The Heritage Museum is under the direction
of the Chula Vista PubJic Library, and offers an open membership, coordinates
histonc preservation and incentive workshops, and sponsors an annual historic
home tour.
8. SITVA nON ANALYSIS
In order to facilitate the identification of Chula Vista's future historic preservation needs, iwo
types of analyses were conducted: I) a strengths and weakness analysis and 2) an opportunities
and threats analysis. Accordingly, the intent of the analysis is to aid in the development of
objectives and actions that help guide the City's future direction for historic preservation.
Successful implementation of objectives and actions discussed in Section 9 reJies heavily upon
the activities of the City of Chula Vista, as well as, the cooperation and participation of other
intergovernmental agencies and the private sector. Although a number of the actions relate
directly to responsibilities of the City, the initiative of private sector organizations and
individuals are also recognized as a critical factor when striving to protect Chula Vista's
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significant historic and cultural resources. Preservation partners hopefully will utilize the
objectives and actions that developed from the analyses to guide their planning and decision-
making activities.
Issues identified in the analysis derive from the consultant's review and analysis of the City's
existing historic preservation program/designation process, Mills Act Property Tax Abatement
Program, the City ofChula Vista Municipal Code (CVMC), and public meetings with City Staff
and the ad hoc historic preservation committee.
A. Strengths
While the City of Chula Vista does not have an "official" historic preservation program,
the City does provide some historic preservation elements in their current Municipal
Code. These components fonn the basis ofChula Vista's existing preservation efforts and
include the following strengths:
1. Historic Preservation Designation Process
. Application packet presents opportunity for property owner to provide
basic property infonnation and pertinent historical documentation
necessary for review by City staff and the Resources Conservation
Commission (RCC).
. Designation review provides opportunity for interaction between City staff
and applicant. Additionally it provides opportunity for public comment
and allows the RCC commissioners to advise the Mayor, City Council.
and other commissions and boards of their recommendation regarding the
historical significance of a resource.
. The existence of local designation criteria that can provide a basis for local
historical significance, while also establishing the context in which a
proposed property is evaluated.
2. Established Local Register of Designated Historic and Cultural Resources
. Illustrates outcome of designation review process.
. Provides easily accessible list/inventory of all local historic designations.
. Helps to infonn decision-makers, community members, and interested
parties about locally designated resources.
3. Historic Signs
. Each structure that is designated as historic by the Chula Vista City Council is
provided a wooden placard that has the City logo, historic name, and year
built.
. The placards identify structures that have been fonnally recognized as having
historic significance to Chula Vista.
4. Sixty-one Designated Historic Resources
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. Illustrates use of designation process.
. Identifies level of historic preservation commitment from property owners.
5. Adopted Mills Act Tax Abatement Program
. Provides tax incentive to owners of designated historic properties for a
minimum ten-year period.
. Shows a commitment on the part of the city to provide incentives for
historic preservation.
6. Active Preservation Community
. Demonstrates community commitment and support for local preservation
efforts.
. Builds historic preservation constituency.
7. Increased Public Awareness
. Demonstrates acknowledgement and raises additional awareness of local
treatment of historic and cultural resources.
. Generates and provides a variety of knowledge and expertise within
historic preservation.
8. 1986 Local Historical Survey
. Identifies potential historical resources within the City.
9. City ofChula Vista Official Website3
. Disseminates infonnation about historic preservation from local, state, and
national organizations.
. Provides updated and accessible WebPage fonnat with document and
source links.
10. Chula Vista Municipal Code Title 2 Administration and Personnel, Chapter
2.32 Resource Conservation Commission
. Provides legal basis for the establishment of a local historic preservation
program that retains, safeguards, and protects historic and cultural
resources.
. Designates the Resources Conservation Commission as the responsible
body to advise and make recommendations to the City Council on the
disposition and treatment of eligible and potentially eligible historic and
cultural resources (2.32.070).
. Establishes the integration of historic and cultural resources into broader
land-use decisions.
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B. WEAKNESSES
1. Poorly Defined Local Designation Criteria
. Creates the possibility for an inconsistent historic resources review
process and unpredictable outcomes.
2. Lack of Historic Resources Commission
. Loss ofreadily available professional expertise, which increases
the threat of losing valuable historic resources significant to Chula
Vista's history.
. Current duties ofRCC are multifunctional providing citizen's
advice to the City Council in the areas of energy conservation,
resource recovery, environmental quality, historic and prehistoric
site protection, and other related fields as detennined by the City
Council.
3. Historic Designation Application Form
. Basic and pertinent historical infonnation is not easily accessible
within fonn; such as, location map, resource type, criteria, site
photograph, and modifications.
. Lacks supplemental infonnation; such as, bibliography, chain-of-
property title, and nominator infonnation.
. Narrative, provided by the applicant, should supplement basic and
pertinent infonnation identified on the application and provide
sufficient historical infonnation and background necessary for
resource evaluation under select criteria.
4. Lack of Comprehensive City-wide Historical Survey
. Decreases knowledge of local, state, and/or national historic and
cultural resources within Chula Vista.
. Does not promote an infonned decision making process.
. Increases the threat oflosing Chula Vista's valuable resources.
. Increases the potential for project delays.
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5. Lack of Historical Context(s) for Designation Purposes: Themes,
Places, and Periods in Time4
. Does not provide necessary foundation for resource interpretation
and evaluation.
. Lack of integration with historical context as identified in
publications and research documents.
. Generates a lack of contextual meaning and threatens context(s)
relative to understanding Chula Vista's history.
. Increases threat oflosing valuable historic and cultural resources.
. Minimizes and potentially threatens broad interpretations of
regional, state, and national history.
6. Lack of Historic Preservation Training Opportunities
. Increases loss of technical, economic, and legislative assistance
helpful in local preservation efforts.
. Increases threat ofuninfonned decision making process.
7. Lack of a Coordinated Program
. Generates duplicate and/or potentially undennines local preservation
efforts undertaken by the City and local preservation groups.
8. Inaccessibility to Demolition Permitting Information Process for
Designated Historic Properties and Potentially Eligible Properties
. Potential inconsistency between CVMC 2.32.070 Additional
Duties- Historical Protection (B) and pennit and/or environmental
revIew process.
C. Opportnnities
1. General Plan Update
. Add Historical ResourceslHistoric Preservation as a part of the Land
Use Element
. Integrate Historic Preservation and related issues into area plans,
and adopted required and optional elements; such as, Land-use
Element, Growth Management Element, Open Space and
Conservation Element (archaeology, rural), Parks and Recreation
Element, and Economic Development Element.
4 Historic context(s) defme themes, places, and periods in time important in identifying, interpreting, and evaluating
resources. The historic context(s) establishes the foundation for resource interpretation and ultimately evaluation.
Without an identified context, a resource has no meaning. Many citywide historical surveys provide historical
contexts by providing "context statements" These statements define how a reSQurce is going to be interpreted and
evaluated. However, it is important to note that a resource may "fit" within multiple histone contexts. The
following is an example of a historic context: theme, place, and time. A context statement that discusses the
agricultural development of Chula Vista would include extant properties/resources that were developed and/or
clearly associated with the City's orchard industry
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2. Preservation Incentives
. Examine the feasibility of historic preservation incentives; such as,
grants, recognition/acknowledgment programs, service/planning
incentives, and stewardship/volunteer/intern programs.
3. Certified Local Government Program
. Provides grant opportunities; that is, 60/40% matching grant,
workshop grants.
. Provides technical assistance to Staff regarding historic and
cultural resources and the California Environmental Quality Act
(CEQA), Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act,
and nomination processes to state and national landmark programs.
. Provides frequent technical training and workshops in Sacramento
and Los Angeles.
4. Professional Consultation and Programs
. Establish list of consultants that meet minimum professional
qualifications standards in the field of historic preservation,
architecture, and archaeology.
. Develop a list of other related specialties; such as, building
restoration and rehabilitation, painters, art glass, and window
glaziers.
. Initiate a process by which professionals (i.e. architects) will
volunteer their time to provide assistance to owners of historic
structures.
5. Historic Districts local, state, and/or national
. Identify potential geographical and thematic historic districts.
6. Citywide Historical Survey
. Expand and update citywide survey to include all resource types
including archaeology and cultural landscapes.
. Identify historic context(s) and periods of significance important to
understanding Chula Vista's development patterns.
7. City Web site Links
. Include National Register of Historic Places (NRHP).
. http://www.cr.nps.goY.I1l".
. National register of historic and cultural resources
significant to our national history.
. Include National Park Service (NPS) Preservation Briefs
. hltp :/Iwww 2 .cr. nps.govitps/bri cfs/presbhom.htm
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. Technical briefs that provide assistance to historic property
owners about how to preserve, and restore existing historic
features.
. Include San Diego Historical Society (SDHS)
. http://sandiegohistory.on,/index.html
. Countywide research archive with extensive and well-
organized historical collections.
8. Procedures and Regulatory Framework
. Develop a Historic Preservation Ordinance for the creation of an
"official" Historic Preservation Program, include procedures for
designations, demolitions, alterations, as well as define and provide
designation criteria, definitions, purpose and intent, and
staff/commission qualifications, and responsibilities.
. Amend CVMC Title 2, Chapter 2.68 (repealed by Ordinance 1928).
. Amend CVMC Title 18.54.100 for consistency with California
Public Resources Code 21084.1 as it pertains to the California
Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).
. Ensure that there is consistency between the Title 19, Zoning Code
and historic preservation efforts.
9. City/Publicly Owned Properties
. Survey publicly owned properties.
. Identify potential historic resources.
. Document identified resources.
. Evaluate identified resources.
. Designate resources to local, state, or national registers.
. Preserve, Maintain, Restore, or Adapt and Reuse publicly owned
historic properties.
D. THREATS
1. Neighborhood and Commercial Deterioration resulting from:
. Lack of maintenance.
. Residents and businesses moving and investing in newer
neighborhoods and commercial districts.
. Vandalism, trash, and graffiti.
2. Loss of Community and Neighborhood Character resulting from:
. Incompatible infill projects.
. A lack of interagency coordination and uncoordinated projects; such
as, infrastructure maintenance, and capital improvements.
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. A lack of an environmental/pennit review process for potentially
eligible historic properties. (Refer to language in CVMC 2.32.070
Additional duties - Historic Protection (B)).
. An outdated survey.
3. Loss of valuable Historic and Cultural Resources Significant to
Local, Regional, State, and/or National History resulting from:
. An outdated historical survey, Jack of historical context(s) and periods
of significance needed to effectively evaluate resources.
. A lack of interagency coordination.
. A lack of training pertinent to understanding and evaluating resource
types.
. A lack of an environmental/pennit review process for potentially
eligible historic properties. (Refer to language in CVMC 2.32.070
Additional duties Historic Protection (B)).
. Inaccessible or insufficient documentation of designated properties.
4. Demolition of Known Historic Properties without Commission Review
resulting from:
. A lack of interagency coordination and/or unfamiliarity with CVMC
2.32.090. Historic Site Pennit Process.
. Inaccessible or insufficient documentation of potential historic
resources.
. Demolition by neglect.
5. Under-informed Decision Making resulting from:
. A lack of preservation expertise.
. A lack of training opportunities for staff, commission, and community.
6. Duplicate Efforts at Local, State, and Federal Levels resulting from
. A lack of interagency coordination.
. A lack of preservation expertise.
. Vninfonned decision making and constituency.
. A lack of training opportunities.
. A lack of coordination between the City and local preservation groups.
9. PROPOSED ACTION PLAN
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Every local government in California has the authority to adopt a local ordinance applying
regulations to historic properties. However, there is no one standard "model" for what an
ordinance or historic preservation program should contain. A successful historic preservation
program should be unique to the City to which it applies and is dependent upon many factors
including the community's stage of development, number and type of historic resources,
awareness oflocal historic resources, and existing protection and incentives for the preservation
of historic resources. The proposed action plan attempts to address the issues raised in the
SWOT analysis and recommends to the City of Chula Vista various strategic action issues to
consider for its future preservation planning program. Since the update ofChula Vista's General
Plan is underway, the proposed action plan gives an opportunity for the City to coordinate its
historic preservation efforts with the long-tenn land use policies and goals of the City.
The Historic Preservation Program for the City of Chula Vista should address the following
issues. The topics are not listed in priority of need but may be critical to future planning
operations.
ISSUE RECOMMENDATION ACTION
1. Currently the City of A comprehensive historic Develop a preservation
Chula Vista does not have preservation policy is program with goals and
a historic preservation needed. A preservation objectives that bring together
component to their plan or ordinance clearly the objectives outlined in the
General Plan. ties historic preservation evaluation report with those of
efforts with legitimate the General Plan.
governmental functions.
2. The City ofChula Vista is The City should obtain Develop a preservation
not a Certified Local CLG status within a program based upon the
Government. reasonable amount of time. Certified Local Government
(CLG) criteria. Apply to be a
CLG once qualifications are
met.
3. Current Historic There should be a Enforce appropriate state and
Preservation in Chula predictable and consistent local legislation for the
Vista creates the historic review process. designation and protection of
possibility for an historic properties
inconsistent historic Adopt the National Register of
resources revIew process Historic Places criteria for
and unpredictable designation as required to
outcomes. obtain CLG status. In addition,
adopt criteria specific to local
needs.
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ISSUE RECOMMENDATION ACTION
Provide an open application
process for nominations of
historic resources in which the
applicant/writer does not need
to meet certain qualifications
(such as a degree in history or
architectural history) to
nominate a resource. The City
should also provide literature or
workshops in order to assist the
writer in the nomination
process. Literature may
include, "How to Nominate
Your Property in the Local
Register. "
Nominations shall yield
pertinent infonnation for proper
evaluation such as historical
context, and current appearance
and condition of the property.
Owner consent is required for
private properties. Owner
consent is not required for
public properties. Opposition
by more than 50% of the
owners within a proposed
district may stop district
designation.
Once designation is completed,
it should be recorded so that
future persons associated with
the property are aware of its
designation status.
Detennination of eligibility
may be made by the applicant if
the owner does not wish the
property to be nominated.
4. The City of Chula Vista Establish an adequate and Minimum of seven (7)
does not have an adequate qualified historic members nominated by the City
and qualified preservation preservation review board. Council and appointed by the
review board. This includes the number of Mayor. The City's charter does
members, tenns of not appoint anyone who resides
members, any required outside the City limits.
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ISSUE RECOMMENDATION ACTION
members, any required Three (3) of the seven (7)
expertise that the members members to meet the Secreta/)'
must have in historic of the Interior's Qualifications
preservation, the regularity Standards.
of meetings, naming of the . Historian
officers, and voting . Archaeologist
procedures. . Architectural Historian
/ Art Historian
. Architect
. Historic Architect
Members at large may include.
but not be limited to. members
of historic interest groups,
developers, realtors, landscape
architects, and attorneys.
Meet a minimum of six (6)
times per year.
Members should attain
appropriate training.
An annual report should be
prepared and submitted to the
City Council. The report shall
be a synopsis of the amount of
designations and Mills Act
applications that were
conducted.
Decisions reached should be
forwarded to the City Council
as a recommendation.
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ISSUE RECOMMENDATION ACTION
5. The City of Chula Vista The Board/Commission The appointed Board!
should specify other shall also review other Commission should have
review items concerning items concerning historic authority to review some fonn
historic resources. resources. of physical changes that might
destroy or compromise the
historic or architectural
integrity of the designated
property or district. This may
include exterior alterations
requiring a building pennit.
Attaching the review process to
procedures for building pennit
application is an easy way to
assure compliance with
preservation review procedures.
The City's ordinance should be
changed to list demolition
pennits as a discretionary
action for buildings that are
designated or detennined
eligible for listing on the local,
state. or national register.
6. The City of Chula Vista Provide a set of standards or Broad standards, such as The
does not provide a guide principles to guide the Secretary of the Interior's
for decision making Board/Commission in Standards for thc Treatment of
process regarding deciding. what is proper Historic Properties may apply
historical resources. action that will not hann the to all designated properties and
historic or architectural properties within historic
character of the designated districts. When appropriate, the
or potentially eligible State Historical Building Code
historic property. should be used to provide
flexibility in required standards
for qualified historical
buildings.
More specific, Design
Guidelines may be provided to
specific architectural types or
types of structures, or specific
designated properties or
districts.
7. Appeal process from the Designation is enacted upon The City Council may review
Board/Commission should by the City Council upon the report of the Board/
be specified. the recommendation of the Commission concerning the
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ISSUE RECOMMENDATION ACTION
Board/Commission. designation, reevaluate the
proposed designated property
or district according to the
designation standards, and shall
have discretion over whether
the property or district meets
the designation standards.
8. The City ofChula Vista Provide incentives for Currently. the Mills Act is
should provide additional historic preservation. provided for designating a
incentives. property on the local register.
Other incentives include:
. Use of the State
Historical Building
Code (SHBC).
. Conservation Easement
Programs.
. Develop a Contingent
Acquisition Fund.
. Design Assistance
Volunteer Programs.
9. Local surveys need to be There should be Develop and maintain a system
updated on a regular basis. cohesiveness of unique for the survey and inventory of
historic communities and historic properties.
neighborhoods and Update the survey every five
diversity in historic (5) years.
preservation should be Coordinate with the Office of
encouraged. Historic Preservation's (OHP)
inventory program.
Follow the Secreta/)' of the
Interior's Standards for
Identification and Evaluation.
(Refer to Appendix D)
The current resources
nominated to the City's survey
should be reassessed for the
level of integrity.
10. Provide adequate public Board/Commission Public education, outreach,
participation opportunities meetings should be open to awareness, and involvement
in the local historic the public. should be encouraged in both
preservation program. English and Spanish.
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ISSUE RECOMMENDATION ACTION
Public can comment on
nominations to the local
register and in preservation
planning issues.
II. Continue Mills Act Satisfactorily perfonn the Continued participation in the
participation. responsibilities delegated to Mills Act and other incentive
it by the City. programs that the City may
pursue.
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10. PROPOSED ORGANIZATIONAL FRAMEWORK
CITY OF CHULA VISTA
Mayor
City Council
1
HISTORIC PRESERV A nON
BOARD/COMMISSION
Historian I Architectural/Art
Architect I Historic Architect
Archaeologist
Member
Member
Member
Member
Qualified Staff to the
Board!Commission
Some of the most important concerns in the development of a preservation program revolves
around the selection of an appropriate entity to administer and enforce the program and the
specific powers that are to be granted to that entity.
A. Composition
As indicated in the Proposed Action Plan, it is recommended that the seven (7)
Board/Commission members be nominated by the City Council and appointed by the
Mayor. The three (3) members of the Board/Commission shall meet the Secretw:v of the
Interior's Qualification Standards. The requirements for meeting the Secretary ofthe
Interior's Qualification Standards ensures that members have the necessary technical
expertise to review adequately matters before the review body.
B. Scope of Powers
Just as important as who sits on the review body is what authority that body has to
regulate land use activities. Review bodies in various communities across California
have wide-ranging responsibilities, including, but not limited to, the following:
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. Survey and identification of historically and architecturally significant structures
and areas;
. Designation and protection of historic resources and districts;
. Review and application for alteration, construction, or demolition of designated
properties and all structures within historic districts;
. Establishment of standards and procedures for designation of historic properties
and districts;
. Establishment of standards and procedures for designation of landmarks and
historic districts; and
. Establishment of educational activities.
It is recommended that the final decision-making authority continue to rest on the Mayor
and City Council with recommendations from the Board/Commission.
C. Relationship to Other Entities
A key related topic is whether authority over all preservation-related issues should be
located in one review body or dispersed among several such bodies. It is recommended
that the Preservation Board!Commission have advisory authority over designations and
pennit applications, but the decision may be appealed to the City Council.
D. Staff-Level Reviews
An important issue is the extent to which some, if any, responsibilities under the
preservation ordinance should be delegated to staff. Experience around the country
shows that it is extremely common for Preservation Boards/Commissions to delegate
authority for minor decisions to professional staff. Recommended standards should be
established to guide such delegation of authority. The general rule for such delegation of
authority is that the Preservation Board/Commission should not be allowed to delegate
responsibilities at random, but shouJd be constrained by detailed provisions included in
the preservation program or in fonnally adopted rules and regulations that are referenced
in the preservation program.
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11. CONCLUSION
The report provides an overall evaluation of the City's existing historic preservation efforts and
identifies key tasks to be perfonned to attain a historic preservation program that could be
incorporated into the General Plan Update for future policy guidance.
The proposed action plan provides the City direction in developing a historic preservation
program that would provide for consistency between historic preservation and land-use policies.
The development of a historic preservation ordinance would provide clear direction for
implementing the objectives and goals for historic preservation in Chula Vista as expressed in
the General Plan. As discussed above such an ordinance should:
a. Integrate historic preservation with the goals and objectives of the general plan
b. Based on the Certified Local Government (CLG) program
c. Establish a qualified historic review board
d. Provide design guidelines for historic resources
e. Should set guidelines that follow the Secretary ofInterior's Standards for the Treatment of
Historic Properties
f. Establish incentive programs for the preservation of historic resources.
g. Require a maintained system of survey and inventory of historic resources.
h. Provide opportunities for public outreach and education.
A historic preservation ordinance that includes, but may not be limited to, the above provides a
proactive method of protecting a community's character and historic resources. For a city that
has a wealth of potentially historic resources, such as Chula Vista, a proactive approach would
be beneficial.
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12. APPENDIX
A. Comparative Analysis: Current Criteria for Local Designation and Designation
Procedures Matrix
B. Certified Local Government Requirements
C. Secretary ofthe Interior's Professional Qualification Standards
D. Secretary of the Interior's Standards for Evaluation and Identification
E. List of Designated Historic Sites
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A. Comparative Analysis
I. Sample City Ordinances: Current Criteria for Local Designation
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B. Certified Local Government
WHO WE ARE
Local governments strengthen their local historic preservation efforts by achieving Certified
Local Government (CLG) status from the National Park Service (NPS). NPS and State
governments, through their State Historic Preservation Offices (SHPOs), provide valuable
technical assistance and small matching grants to hundreds of diverse communities whose local
governments are endeavoring to keep for future generations what is significant from their
community's past. In turn, NPS and States gain the benefit of local government partnership in
the national historic preservation program. Another incentive for participating in the CLG
program is the pool of matching grant funds SHPOs set aside to fund CLG historic
preservation subgrant projects--at least 10% of the State's annual Historic Preservation Fund
(HPF) grant allocation. Grant funds are distributed through the HPF grant program,
administered by NPS and SHPOs.
PROGRAM PARTNERS
Jointly administered by NPS in partnership with SHPOs, the CLG Program is a model and cost-
effective local, State, and federaJ partnership that promotes historic preservation at the grassroots
level across the nation. Working closely with such national organizations as the National
Association of Preservation Commissions, the CLG program seeks: I) to develop and maintain
local historic preservation programs that will influence the zoning and pennitting decisions
critical to preserving historic properties, and 2) to ensure the broadest possible participation of
local governments in the national historic preservation program while maintaining preservation
standards established by the Secretary of the Interior.
HOW WE HELP
The CLG Program integrates local governments with the national historic preservation program
through activities that strengthen decision-making regarding historic places at the local level.
Because local planning office staff often play key roles in CLG projects, the thread ofhistoric
preservation becomes woven into the fabric oflocalland-use policy. Local governments collect
and analyze infonnation on the location and significance of archeological and historic properties
for use by preservation commissions and by local, county, and State agencies. Using grants
awarded by SHPOs, CLGs may produce historic theme or context studies, cultural resource
inventories, assessments of properties to detennine their eligibility for local and National
Register of Historic Places designation, building reuse and feasibility studies, design guidelines
and conservation ordinances, and publications to educate the public about the benefits of historic
preservation.
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STATS
Since 1985, more than $40 million in HPF grants, has been allocated to the Certified Local
Government program; and 1,228 local governments currently participate in the program
nationwide.
CLG Funding
The more than 1,100 local governments that participate in the program are eligible to apply to
their State Historic Preservation Officer (SHPO) for grants representing a minimum often
percent of the federal funds allocated to their State. In FY 1997, the total amount of funding
CLGs received through the Historic Preservation Fund (HPF) subgrants was $3 million. An
equal amount is expected to be distributed in FY 1998.
Projects eligible for funding and the criteria used to select them are developed annually by the
SHPO. Funding decisions are made by the State not NPS.
Among the kinds of activities funded are the following: architectural, historical, archeological
surveys; oral histories; nominations to the National Register of Historic Places; staff work for
historic preservation commissions; design guidelines and preservation plans; public outreach
materials such as publications, videos, exhibits, and brochures; training for commission members
and staff; and rehabilitation or restoration of National Register listed properties.
CLG Questions & Answers
What are the Benefits of Being a CLG?
The benefits to local governments from participating in the CLG program are numerous. While
CLG grants generally represent a relatively small amount of funds, they have often been used as
seed money to attract funding from local government or other sources. Also, in many cases, the
products generated by CLG grants have provided credibility to a fledgling local historic
preservation program. Beyond being just a source offunds, the CLG program has helped
institutionalize historic preservation and give it legitimacy as a function of local government.
Since the local government staff working in the Program are often in the local planning office,
the CLG program has helped forge critical connections between historic preservation and land
use planning. Similarly, the CLG program has led to increased cooperation between local.
preservationists and the State Historic Preservation Office and resulted in a strengthened
statewide preservation network.
Where does funding for CLG grants come from?
Funding for grants to Certified Local Governments comes from the Historic Preservation Fund
(HPF), a Federal grants program appropriated by the U.S. Congress and administered by the
National Park Service (NPS), which provides financial support to State Preservation Offices
(SHPOs). Under the provisions of the National Historic Preservation Act, as amended, SHPOs
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are required to award at least 10% of their annual HPF monies to CLGs in their State. (Some
States have additional State funds for CLGs.)
What types of projects are eligible for CLG funding?
HPF grants to Certified Local Governments have funded a wIde variety of local historic
preservation projects. Projects eligible for funding and the criteria used to select them are
developed yearly by each SHPO. CLG project types that have been funded include the
following:
. architectural, historical, archeological surveys, and oral histories
. preparation of nominations to the National Register of Historic Places
. research and development of historic context infonnation
. staff work for historic preservation commissions, including designation of properties
under local landmark ordinances
. writing or amending preservation ordinances
. preparation of preservation plans
. publication infonnation and education activities
. publication of historic sites inventories
. development of publication of walking/driving tours
. development of slide/tape shows, videotapes
. training for commission members and staff
. development of architectural drawings and specifications
. preparation of facade studies or condition assessments
. rehabilitation or restoration of properties individually listed in the National Register of
Historic Places or contributing to a National Register historic district
What other criteria govern whether a local historic preservation project is eligible for
funding? .
There are two other factors: all CLG grants must result in a completed, tangible product and/or
measurable result; and all must be carried out in accordance with the applicable Secretary of the
Interior's Standards for Archeology and Historic Preservation (a copy may be obtained from the
SHPO).
How much money is there in a CLG grant?
The amount of money in a CLG grant must be large enough to have tangible results. Otherwise,
there are no specific Federal requirements regarding the amount of money SHPOs make
available in individual grants to CLGs. Consequently, the dollar amount of the grant depends
primarily on the funding policy set by each SHPO. Some States try to award a grant to each CLG
in the State every year. In general, the dollar amount of grants in these States tend to be small,
particularly if there are numerous CLGs. On the other hand, other States award relatively few but
larger grants. On a nationwide basis, CLG grants in 2001 ranged in size from $500 to $60,000.
Do CLG grants require a financial contribution from the CLG?
In most states, CLG grants are matching grants, i.e. recipients must provide a certain amount of
cash or in-kind services to be used in carrying out the grant project. Each SHPO detennines how
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much, if any, match is to be required. In most States, a 50/50, or "dollar-for-dollar" match is
required. This means that for every dollar received the recipient must provide a matching dollar
in services, cash, or volunteer hours, as specified by State policy. (See "How can the grant be
matched?" below for more infonnation.)
How do SHPOs notify CLGs of the availability ofCLG grants?
SHPOs makes an annual mailing to each CLG, and each local government whose application for
certification is pending, notifying them of the availability of CLG grant funds. Potential CLG
applicants are infonned of the total amount of funds available. State priorities for funding,
criteria to be used in selecting proposals to be funded (see below), a deadline for submitting
requests, and a written description of what must be included in applications for CLG grants.
What are the application procedures?
Although application procedures and time frames vary from State to State, in general, the SHPO
solicits grant proposals from its CLGs in the Fall. Applicants then submit a Grant Application (or
Subgrant or Project Proposal), which describes the project and why it is needed, how the project
is to be carried out and what its goals are, who will be doing the proposed work and their
professional qualifications, a proposed budget and project schedule, and the specific products to
be generated by the project. Applications are generally due at the end of the calendar year.
Contact your SHPO and the specific deadlines in your State. (Applicants should also detennine
what local procedures and requirements, if any, must be satisfied prior to submitting a CLG grant
application. )
Who decides which applications are funded?
Each SHPO sets its own funding priorities. In some States, greater weight may be given to one
type of a project over another. Among the factors typically used to rate grant proposals are
compatibility with the broad goals of the SHPO, urgency of the project, significance of the
historic properties, geographic distribution of grant funds, education and public awareness
potential, and the administrative and financial management capability of the applicant.
On what grounds may SHPOs decline to fund an individual CLG grant request?
CLG grants are competitive. While all CLGs are entitled to submit proposals, not all may get
funding. SHPOs may decline to fund a proposal that does not adequately address the State's
funding priorities, meet its selection criteria, have access to necessary professionals, or be
achievable within the time period allowed or the budget proposed. However, States must base
grant award decisions on the selection criteria included in the application instructions and notice
of grant availability. Additionally, SHPOs may choose not to fund a proposal if they have reason
to believe that the applicant does not have the necessary experience or financial resources to
carry out the project or has not perfonned satisfactorily on a previous CLG grant.
When are proposals selected?
While time frames vary, successful applicants usually receive notification in the Spring that their
proposal will be funded. In some States, recommendations about whIch proposals should receive
funding by the professional staff of the SHPO must be approved by the State Review Board or
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the State Historical Commission. An agreement between the SHPO and the CLG stipulating the
tenns of the grant is generally signed in the Spring or Summer.
When can work begin?
Applicants for CLG funds must wait until the grant agreement between the SHPO and the CLG's
chief elected local official, or his or her legal representative, is signed before starting work on
any project. Unless specificalJy authorized in writing by the SHPO, costs incurred prior to
execution of the written agreement will not be paid.
How long does the grant last?
The schedule for completing the project will be outlined in the grant agreement. Most CLG grant
projects are completed within 9 to 18 months. Projects undertaken with CLG grant funds must be
completed in no more than two years from October I, the start of the Federal fiscal year of the
year the funds are appropriated by Congress. Since the grant agreement usually is not signed
until the Spring after the start of the Federal fiscal year (depending upon when Congress makes
its appropriation), there is usually less than two years in which to complete the work. Multi-year
projects require applying for separate grants in successive years and perfonning the work in
phases.
Can the time be extended?
If circumstances outside of the control of the CLG make the tenns of the grant agreement
unachievable, the agreement may be modified or cancelled by mutual agreement between the
SHPO and the CLG. For example, if inclement weather interferes with field survey and prevents
completion of the work specified in the grant agreement within the time penod stipulated, a
limited time extension may be granted or the scope of work and budget amended. However,
extensions may not stretch the grant period beyond the two-year limit on the expenditure ofHPF
monies. (See question above.)
When are the grant funds actually transferred to the CLG?
Most CLG grants are reimbursable grants. CLGs must first pay the project costs and then suhmit
a request to the SHPO for reimbursement. Consequently, the CLG must have enough money
"up-front" to be able to carry the project (including paying contractors) until it gets reimbursed.
CLGs should learn the requirements and timing of the State's reimbursement procedures before
the project begins.
Does the CLG have to complete the project before being reimbursed?
Not always. Depending on the type of project funded, many SHPOs alJow CLGs to submit
reimbursement claims on an interim "milestone achieved" basis.
Why is matching share required?
In establishing a partnership between Federal, State, and local governments, the National
Historic Preservation Act requires that HPF grants be matching grants. Underlying this
requirement is the need for each of the partners to share the costs of historic preservation.
Matching grants ensure that there is strong State and local commitment to projects and result in
more historic preservation work being perfonned than if Federal funds alone were involved.
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How can the grant be matched?
Grants can be matched in two ways: in cash or through in-kind services (often called "soft
match") necessary to achieve the required product. General1y, CLGs can combine these two
types of match to meet the total amount required. Match requirements, however, vary by State.
Can the time spent by CLG staff on the project be counted as match?
Yes. In most States, work on the project perfonned by the staff of the local government is
considered part of the overal1 cost of the project and can be counted as part of the CLG's match.
Copies oftime sheets and payroll printouts are required as documentation of employee time
devoted to the project. CLGs must include staff time in the project budget, like any other cost, if
they plan to claim it as match.
Can the services of volunteers be counted as in-kind match?
Yes. Many States allow services provided by volunteers, both professional and nonprofessional,
to be counted as match by CLGs. The work perfonned by volunteers must be a necessary part of
achieving the products expected from the project and cannot be more than half its total cost.
When used as match, how are volunteer services valued?
In order to claim volunteer services as in-kind match, CLGs must first establish the rate of pay
for the type of work perfonned by the volunteers. Often SHPO pay scales establish the maximum
rate allowed for professionals. If a volunteer perfonns services outside his or her profession, the
volunteer time must be valued at the Federal minimum wage rate (for example, an archeologist
stuffing envelopes would be valued at minimum wage rate). Also, as evidence that volunteers
contributed to the project, time records documenting each volunteer's time must be submitted to
the State.
If a CLG chooses not to count volunteer services as match, does it still have to provide time
reco rds?
No. In most States, documentation of volunteer time spent on a project is only required when the
CLG wishes this contribution to count as part of its matching share.
What other types of in-kind services can be counted as match?
Most States allow CLGs to claim as match in-kind services such as supplies (i.e., paper or film),
developing photographs, photocopying, office rent, clerical support, or certain administrative
costs when these are donated to the project by either the local government or a third party. When
a CLG chooses to count these supphes or services as match, documentation is required. If grant
funds could have been used to pay for a particular item had it not been donated, then the
donation wil1 usually be allowable as a matching share contribution.
What sort of reports must be turned in?
Progress reports are usually required on an interim basis. These reports must include a
description of what has actually been accomplished and spent to date. SHPOs set the fonnat for
these reports and require preliminary products, as appropriate. A final project report is also
required upon completion of the grant.
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What sort of procedures must be followed when a local 20vernment uses CLG grant funds
to pay for consultants or contractors?
Hiring consultants or contractors to perfonn part of the project must be done in accordance with
acceptable State-established competitive procurement procedures compatible with Federal
requirements (and with whatever local procedures apply). Frequently, existing State and local
government procedures that meet these requirements are used. A certain number of qualified
finns or individuals must be contacted to ensure a fair, open, and competitive selection process.
Generally, at least three price quotations or bids must be obtained and the process must be
documented. Architects, historians, or other professionals must meet qualification standards set
by NPS. Selection may be based on experience, qualifications and cost, rather than cost alone. In
many States, the SHPO requires that the CLG consult with it before consultants or contractors
are selected.
Can CLG grant funds be used to buy supplies or equipment?
Yes. Most local, State, and Federal regulations require price comparisons and a competitive
selection process in purchasing equipment, negotiating a lease, or procuring nonprofessional
services. Generally, State and local procurement regulations apply. Some SHPOs require
grantees to request prior approval for purchases greater than $500 in value.
How long must records on grant expenditures be kept?
The grant agreement usually specifies records requirements. Documentation relating to the fiscal
aspect of any grant project usually must be kept for a minimum of three years after the date of
receipt of the last payment (i.e. reimbursement under a CLG grant), or until an audit for the grant
period is accepted.
Where can I find additional information on CLG grants'?
Your SHPO can answer any questions you might have. Many SHPOs have a grants manual
describing the procedures used in that State for applying for and administering CLG grants
(including any additional State requiremenfs beyond those described in this brochure).
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C. Secretary of the Interior's Professional Qualification Standards
The following requirements are those used by the National Park Service, and have been
previously published in the Code of Federal Regulations, 36 CFR Part 6I. The qualifications
define minimum education and experience required to perfonn identification, evaluation,
registration, and treatment activities. In some cases, additional areas or levels of expertise may
be needed, depending on the complexity of the task and the nature of the historic properties
involved. In the following definitions, a year of fuJI-time professional experience need not
consist of a continuous year of full-time work but may be made up of discontinuous periods of
full-time or part-time work adding up to the equivalent of a year of full-time experience.
History
The minimum professional qualifications in history are a graduate degree in history or closely
related field; or a bachelor's degree in history or closely related field plus one of the following:
I. At least two years of fuJI-time experience in research, writing, teaching, interpretation, or
other demonstrable professional activity with an academic institution, historic
organization or agency, museum, or other professional institution; or
2. Substantial contribution through research and publication to the body of scholarly
knowledge in the field of history.
Archeology
The minimum professional qualifications in archeology are a graduate degree in archeology,
anthropology, or closely related field plus:
I. At least one year of full-time professional experience or equivalent specialized training in
archeological research, administration or management;
2. At least four months of supervised field and analytic experience in general North
American archeology, and
3. Demonstrated ability to carry research to completion.
In addition to these minimum qualifications, a professional in prehistoric arche010gy shall have
at least one year of full-time professional experience at a supervisory level in the study of
arche010gical resources of the prehistoric period. A professional in historic archeology shall have
at least one year of fuJI-time professional experience at a supervisory level in the study of
archeological resources of the historic period.
Architectural History
The minimum professional qualifications in architectural history are a graduate degree in
architectural history, art history, historic preservation, or closely related field, with coursework in
American architectural history, or a bachelor's degree in architectural history, art history, historic
preservation or closely related fieJd plus one of the following:
I. At least two years of full-time experience in research, writing, or teaching in American
architectural history or restoration architecture with an academic institution, historical
organization or agency, museum, or other professional institution; or
2. Substantial contribution through research and publication to the body of scholarly
knowledge in the field of American architectural history.
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Architecture
The minimum professional qualifications in architecture are a professional degree in architecture
plus at least two years of full-time experience in architecture; or a State license to practice
architecture.
Historic Architecture
The minimum professional qualifications in historic architecture are a professional degree in
architecture or a State license to practice architecture, plus one of the following:
I. At least one year of graduate study in architectural preservation, American architectural
history, preservation planning, or clpsely related field; or
2. At least one year of full-time professional experience on historic preservation projects.
Such graduate study or experience shall inc1ude detailed investigations of historic structures,
preparation of historic structures research reports, and preparation of plans and specifications for
preservation projects.
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D. Secretary of the Interior's Standards for Evaluation and Identification
SECRETARY OF THE INTERIOR'S STANDARDS FOR EV ALUATION
Evaluation is the process of detennining whether identified properties meet defined criteria of
significance and therefore should be included in an inventory of historic properties detennined to
meet the criteria. The criteria employed vary depending on the inventory's use in resource
management.
Standard I. Evaluation of the Significance of Historic Properties Uses Established Criteria
The evaluation of historic properties employs criteria to detennine which properties are
significant. Criteria should therefore focus on historical, architectural, archeological, engineering
and cultural values, rather than on treatments. A statement of the minimum infonnation
necessary to evaluate properties against the criteria should be provided to direct infonnation
gathering activities.
Because the National Register of Historic Places is a major focus of preservation activities on the
Federal, State and local levels, the National Register criteria have been widely adopted not only
as required for Federal purposes, but for State and local inventories as well. The National
Historic Landmark criteria and other criteria used for inclusion of properties in State historic site
files are other examples of criteria with different management purposes.
Standard II. Evaluation of Significance Applies the Criteria Within Historic Contexts
Properties are evaluated using a historic context that identifies the significant patterns that
properties represent and defines expected property types against which individual properties may
be compared. Within this comparative framework, the criteria for evaluation take on particular
meaning with regard to individual properties.
Standard III. Evaluation Results in A List or Inventory of Significant Properties That Is
Consulted In Assigning Registration and Treatment Priorities
The evaluation process and the subsequent development of an inventory of significant properties
is an on-going activity. Evaluation of the significance ofa property should be completed before
registration is considered and before preservation treatments are selected. The inventory entries
should contain sufficient infonnation for subsequent activities such as registration or treatment of
properties, including an evaluation statement that makes clear the significancc of the property
within one or more historic contexts.
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Standard IV. Evaluation Results Are Made Available to the Public
Evaluation is the basis ofregistration and treatment decisions. Infonnation about evaluation
decisions should be organized and available for use by the general public and by those who take
part in decisions about registration and treatment. Use of appropriate computer-assisted data
bases should be a part of the infonnation dissemination effort. Sensitive infonnation, however,
must be safeguarded from general public distribution.
SECRETARY OF THE INTERIOR'S STANDARDS FOR IDENTIFICATION
Identification activities are undertaken to gather infonnation about historic properties in an area.
The scope of these activities will depend on: existing knowledge about properties; goals for
survey activities developed in the pJanning process; and current management needs.
Standard I. Identification of Historic Properties Is Undertaken to the Degree Required To
Make Decisions
Archival research and survey activities should be designed to gather the infonnation necessary to
achieve defined preservation goals. The objectives, chosen methods and techniques, and
expected results of the identification activities are specified in a research design. These activities
may include archival research and other techniques to develop historic contexts, sampling an
area to gain a broad understanding of the kinds of properties it contains, or examining every
property in an area as a basis for property specific decisions. Where possible, use of quantitative
methods is important because it can produce an estimate, whose reliability may be assessed, of
the kinds of historic properties that may be present in the studied area. Identification activities
should use a search procedure consistent with the management needs for infonnation and the
character of the area to be investigated. Careful selection of methods, techniques and level of
detail is necessary so that the gathered infonnation wiU provide a sound basis for making
decisions.
Standard II. Results of Identification Activities Are Integrated Into the Preservation
Planning Process
Results of identification activities are reviewed for their effects on previous planning data.
Archival research or field survey may refine the understanding of one or more historic contexts
and may alter the need for additional surveyor study of particular property types. Incorporation
of the results of these activities into the planning process is necessary to ensure that the planning
process is always based on the best available infonnation.
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Standard III. Identification Activities Include Explicit Procedures for Record-Keeping and
Information Distribution
Infonnation gathered in identification activities is useful in other preservation planning activities
only when it is systematically gathered and recorded, and made available to those responsible for
preservation pJanning. The results of identification activities should be reported in a fonnat that
summarizes the design and methods of the survey, provides a basis for others to review the
results, and states where infonnation on identified properties is maintained. However, sensitive
infornlation, like the location of fragile resources, must be safeguarded from general public
distribution.
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E. List of Designated Historic Sites
CITY
SITE HISTORIC COMMON RCC COUNCIL SITE
NO. ADDRESS NAME NAME RECOM APP. PERMIT
I 699 E St. Site of Greg 7/28/87 No
Rogers House
2 3 North Second Ave. James Bulmer Blumer House 7/28/87 No
House
3 210 Davidson St. Alfred Haines Handel Cordrey 7/28/87 No
House House
4 666 Third Ave. OUf House Orchard House 7/n/87 No
5 276 F St. First 7/28/87 No
Congregational
Church
6 525 F St. James Johnson James Johnson 7/28/87 No
House House
7 669 Del Mar Ave. George EINido 7/28/87 No
Worthington
House
8 671 Fourth Ave. William Haines Seaman Haines 7/28/87 No
House House
9 21 F St. Reginald Vaughn Augusta Starkley 7/28/87 No
House House
10 613 Second Ave. Byron Bronson Byron Bronson 7/28/87 No
House House
II 640 Fifth Ave. Engebretson- Stafford House 7/28/87 No
Stafford House
12 357 G St. Chula Vista 5/7/84 5/22/84 No
Women's Club
13 2641 St. Clara Smith House Four Seasons Day 7/28/86 7/28/87 No
Care Center (M)
14 617 Del Mar Frances Fisher Glen Roberts 7/28/86 7/28/87 No
House House (M)
15 630 Del Mar George Rife House Rosemary Bullen 7/28/86 7/28/87 No
House (M)
16 30F St. Herbert Bryant Michael Carso 8/4/86 7/28/87 No
House House
17 50 F St. Herman Hotel William Smith 8/4/86 7/28/87 No
Carriage House House
18 54 F St. W.J.S. Browne William Browne 8/4/86 7/28/87 No
House House
19 88 L St. San Diego Country San Diego Country 8/4/86 7/28/87 No
Club Club
20 62 Cook Court Hazel Goes Cook Hazel Goes Cook 8/4/86 7/28/87 No
House House
21 89 Country Club Dr. Theodore Thursten Theodore Thursten 8/4/86 7/28/87 No
House House
22 344 Hilltop Dupree-Gould Gould House 8/4/86 7/28/87 No
House
23 170 Cypress L.G. Spring House Ruth Weatherbie 8/18/86 7/28/87 No
House (M)
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CITY
SITE HISTORIC COMMON RCC COUNCIL SITE
NO. ADDRESS NAME NAME RECOM APP, PERMIT
24 34 Davidson Carl Boltz House Mary Bohz House ~/l8/86 7/28/87 No
25 124 Hilltop Leo Christy House Leo Christy House 8/18/86 7/28/87 No
(M)
26 151 Landis Albert Barker Abraham Eitzen 8/18/86 7/28/87 No
House House (M)
27 209 D St. Nancy Jobes Marcos Carver 8/18/86 7/28/87 No
House House
28 503 G St. Kindergarten Old Kindergarten 8/18/86 * No
Building Building
29 511 G St. San Diego County Insectary Building 8/18/86 7/28/87 No
Inseclary
30 44 N ortb Second Edward Gillette Marcella Darling ~/18/86 7/28/87 No
Ave. House House
31 301-305 Third Ave. Melville Block Security Trust 8/18/86 7/28/87 No
Bank Building
32 410 Church Elmer Mikkelson Rex Budel House 8/25/86 7/28/87 No
House
33 665 Del Mar Mary Mill House Mary Miller House 8/25/86 * No
34 374 Roosevelt St. 8/25/86 7/28/87 No
35 155 G St. Mrs. RK. Maude The Boarding 8/25/86 7/28/87 No
House House
36 33 I St. Robert Mueller Celia Flynn House 8/25/86 7/28/87 No
House
37 379 J St. Evelyn Haines Theodore Curtis 8/25/86 7/28/87 No
House House
38 435 First Ave. William Sallmon William Smith 8/25/86 7/28/87 No
House House
39 320 Second Ave. Allison Crocket Allison Crocket 8/25/86 7/28/87 No
House House
40 10 Second Ave. Lucious Wright Lucious Wright 8/18/86 7/28/87 No
House House
41 614 Second Ave. Nadine Davies Lee Burch House 7/28/86 7/28/87 Yes
House
42 616 Second Ave. Greg Rogers Greg Rogers House 7/28/86 7/28/87 Yes
House
43 642 Second Ave. Garrettson-Frank Frank House 7/28/86 7/28/87 No (Yes)""
House
44 644 Second Ave. Jennie MacDonald Jean McCall House 7/28/86 7/28/87 **
House
45 311 D St. Frank Damren Margaret Cameron No
House House
46 Rohr Manor 8/25/86 7/28/87 Yes
47 200 K St. Edmund Russ 7/2/01 9/25/01 No
House
48 224 Fig George Steese 10/15/01 12/4/01 No
House
49 279 J St. Victory Day House 12/3/01 12/11101 No
50 466 ESt. The Galligan 12/3/01 1/22/02 No
House
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CITY
SITE mSTORIC COMMON RCC COUNCIL SITE
NO. ADDRESS NAME NAME RECOM APP. PERMIT
51 292 Sea Vale Harold Payton 4/15/02 6/11/02 No
House
52 2091 St. Summer-Lee 4/29/02 6/1 1/02 No
House
53 190KSt. ErIe Halliburton 4/15/02 6/11102 No
House
54 475 E St. William Drew 6/3102 8/6/02 No
House
55 840 Firsl Mary Drew House 6/3/02 8/6/02 No
56 462 E St. Cleaton Robertson 7/1/02 8/6/02 No
House
57 692 Second Ave. Percy Sprague Owners rescinded 9/30102
Eustis House their application
10/2002.
58 7 Cresta Way Hadlye Johnson 8/19102 9/17/02 No
House
59 415 Hilltop Southern Beauty 8/]9102 9/17/02 No
60 616 Del Mar Edwin T. Smith Sr. 8/19/02 9/17/02 No
House
61 382/384 Del Mar The First Woman's 8/19/02 9/17/02 No
Clubhouse
62 475 E St. The William Ada 9/30102 11/19/2002 No
Monroe House
* Owners submitted letters to the City Council at the 7/28/87 meeting requesting no designation.
** The Historical Site Pennit was originally imposed by City Council on 7/28/87, but was later
removed by City Council on 12/20/94 by request of the property owner.
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