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Historic Landmark - 1980 - HISTORIC PRESERVATION BOARD JANUARY 27,1981 HPL 80-4 35/45 S. First St. This is the time and place for a public hearing to consider the application of Mr. Mark Stevensen for a landmark designation on property known as 35 and 45 S. First Street. Mr. Stafford reviewed the application for the Board, stating that no additional information had been received concerning this property. Mr. Wardell noted that the Civic Improvement Commission has tabled all referrals from the Historic Preservation Board until the Board meets with them in a study session. The Board took a recess at 11:15 p.m.; the meetin~ reconvened at 11 :25 p.m. It was moved by Boardmember Overhouse, and seconded by Boardmember Kern, that the public hearing be closed. RESOLUTION NO.4 It was moved by Boardmember Kern, and seconded by Boardmember Overhouse that a landmark designation be applied to the structures located on property known as 35 and 45 S. First Street, based on the following: 1. It exemplifies or reflects special elements of the City's cultural, social, economic, political, aesthetic, engineering, or architectural history. 2. It is identified with persons or events significant 0 in local, state, or national history. 3. It embodies distinctive characteristics of a style, type, period, or method of construction, or is a valuable example of the use of indigenous materials or craftsmanship. Discussion Boardmember Burns felt that these structures were not remnants of the canning industry, as stated in the information provided the Board. He felt it was doubtful that cannery workers ever lived in the houses. He also noted that it was the Christian Science Reading Room at one time. 0 0-' ,- 0" ."..'" ~." oN '-,',,', -6- Mr. Stevensen stated that the intention for these structures was as housing for the cannery workers, but then the industry was hit by the depression. He added that the original property owner did have the contract to label and ship for the cannery. Boardmember Blaine commented that it was true that the houses were built almost right at the end of Campbell's boom, but it was intended for renting to workers had the depression not hit. He did feel, however, that this was a chance to maintain something of this design in the Campbell area. The builder was very active in the canning industry, and the family was very active in the everyday work-life of the City. Chairman Hebard stated that he would like to see this building stay; however, he was unable to find enough available information to warrant its importance as a historic landmark. He added that he would like to see it qualify at some time in the future. Vote on Motion AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Boardmembers: Boardmembers: Boardmembers: Blaine, Burns, Kern, Overhouse Hebard None Resolution No.4 carried with a vote of 4-1; staff was requested to send this item on to the Planning Commission and City Council with a recommenda- tion of approval for a zone change to Historic. REQUESTS * * * -. } ,', RESOLUTION NO.4 HISTORIC PRESERVATION BOARD CITY OF CAMPBELL, CALIFORNIA After notification and public hearing as specified by law on the application of the Civic Improvement Commission for a landmark designation to be applied to the residences located on property known as 35 and 45 S. First Street, referred to as the Grizzle Court Duplex, as per the application filed in the Office of the Planning Department on November 25,1980, and after presentation by the Planning Staff, proponents and opponents, the hearing was closed (HPL 80-4). After due consideration of all evidence presented, the Historic Preservation Board did find as follows: 1. It exemplifies or reflects special elements of the City's cultural, social, economic, political, aesthetic, engineering, or architectural history; It is identified with persons or events significant in local, state, or national history; 2. It embodies distinctive characteristics of a style, type, period or method of construction, or is a valuable example of the use of indigenous materials or craftsmanship. Based on the above findings, the Historic Preservation Board does hereby recommend that the structures located on property known as 35 and 45 S. First Street be designated as a historic landmark. 3. PASSED AND ADOPTED this 27th day of January, 1981, by the following roll call vote: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Boardmembers: Blaine, Burns, Kern, Overhouse Boardmembers: Hebard Boardmembers: None APPROVED: Don Hebard Chairman ATTEST: Philip J. Stafford Principal Planner ITEM NO.2 STAFF COMMENT SHEET - HISTORIC PRESERVATION BOARD MEETING OF JANUARY 27,1981 HPL 80-04 35 & 45 S. Fi rst St. Public hearing to consider the application of Mark W. and Edna r1. Stevensen to have 35 & 45 S. First Street considered for historic landmark designation. RECOf4MENDATION 1. That the Board review the historic significance of this structure to determine if designation as a historic landmark is warranted; and 2. If designated. then the recommendation should be forwarded to the Planning Commission to initiate a zone change of said property. DISCUSSION This item was continued from the meeting of December 23, 1980 in order that additional information could be gathered to support the applicant's request for historic landmark designation. The previous Staff Comment Sheet is attached for the Board's review. ITEM NO.2 STAFF COMMENT SHEET - HISTORIC PRESERVATION BOARD MEETING OF DECEMBER 23, 1980 HPL 80-04 35 & 45 S. First St. Request of Mr. Mark Stevensen for determination of historic significance of property known as 35 & 45 S. First Street. RECOMMENDATION 1. That the Board review the historic significance of this structure to determine if designation as a historic 1and~ is warranted; and 2. If designated, then the recommendation should be forwarded to the Planning Co~ssion to initiate a zone change of said property. DISCUSSION At its previous meeting of November 25,1980 the Historic Preservation Board requested that this item be set for a public hearing. The request of Mr. Mark Stevensen and a description of the structure is attached for the Board's review. Additionally, Staff has included a copy of the Historic Resources Inventory Sheet for the Board's consideration. At this time it would seem appropriate for the Board to make a recommendation if this structure warrants the historic landmark designation, then Staff would recommend the Board forward its recommendation to the Planning Commission to consider a zone change. ,tI :" I(-.u-di CITY OF CAMPBELL, CALIFORNIA REQUEST TO HAVE THE HISTORIC PRESERVATION BOARD SET PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER DESIGNATION OF AN HISTORIC LANDt1ARK 1. APPLICANT: 2. PROPERTY: 3. PROPERTY OWNER: (If not applicant) 4. LEGAL DESCRIPTION: 5. ~1AP: 6. DESCRIPTION: 7. FEE: et a I. NA~'E tMRK \'1. & EDNA M. STEVENSEN- DATE Nov. 25, 1980 ADDRESS 4 5 S. Fir s t S t r e e t Campbell, CA. 95008 TEL}408) 866-6143 THE GRIZZLE COURT-DUPLEX ADDRESS 35 & 45 S. First Street, Campbell, CA. 95008 ASSESSOR'S PARCEL NUMBER 4 I 3 - 6 - 7 7 NAt~E MAR K W. & EDt J A ~~. S T EVE t J S E tJ e t. a I I ADDRE~~ I 5 <1 !; 9 Ate r R é . San Jose, CA. 95111 TEL.(408) 629-5090 Applicant must file a current legal description of the proposed landmark's location. Applicant must submit a location map of the property proposed for landmark designation. A. Applicant must submit information at the time of filing, describing the proposed landmark's special aesthetic, cultural, architectural, or engineering interest or value of an historic nature. B. Applicant must submit sketches, drawings, photographs, or other descriptive materials which will aid the Historic Preservation Board in determining the proposed landmarks historic value. None CERTIFICATE OF APPLICANT: IIWe the undersigned have some direct or indirect interest in the property described above, and in the proposed historic landmark. It is understood that such a request is made without the necessity that the Historic Preservation Board grant the request. The information contained herein is true and corre to my (our) best knowledge and belief. DATE: //-? y-fJo Signature(ลก) of Property Owner~ (Persons Making the Request> -....... GRIZZLE COURT DUPLEX Novembe r 25, 1980 The small court duplex at 35-45 South First Street was I iving quarters for Campbell cannery workers. It Is one of the few remnants of the fruit processing Industry that dominated Campbell's economy from the 1880's to 1950's. The court duplex was bui It in 1927 as a rental by its owner, Claude Grizzle, with the help of local carpenter Tony Bargas, a neighbor who had bui It his own house across the street from the Grizzles at 146 AI ice Avenue in 1924. Claude and Jeanette Grizzle married in 1925 and purchased their house at 99 AI ice Avenue that year. Claude Grizzle was a long-time resident of Campbell, first visiting here in 1902 with his fami lYe His brother Fred worked in the cannery and brother Orie was the local barber. His sister Winnie G. Grizzle was telephone operator and owned the 1911 S.G. Rodeck House (Campbell Memorial Chapel in 1980) at 231 E. Campbell Avenue, on the corner of N. Second Street, wh i ch she purchased in 1934 as a home for her parents and brother, Fred. Claude later became a plumber but in the 1920's he contracted to lable and ship the cans from the George E. Hyde Co. cannery. After 1929 this became Sunsweet Plant No. I and today is The Factory in Campbell. The court design with arch connecting the two rectangular units over a driveway was a common feature, especially in southern Cal ifornia, in the 1920's. The simple basic design, unique to Campbell in 1980, was most I ikely made by the owner with suggestions from the carpenter and neighbor, Tony Bargas. Claude's widow, Jeanette, believes the plans were in a bureau drawer in her house for many years. The stucco exterior, related to the Cal ifornia Mission or Spanish Revival Style of that era, is common, as are the wooden frame windows and doors and the wooden overhang of the two front doors. But the detai Is of workmanship and materials are uncommon when compared with 1980 bui Iding practices. The front doors are glass panes separated by wood. The stucco is all the way around-- not just the front facade as was common even in the 1920's. The original front porch I ights have become collector's items bacause of their covers, although they were common in 1927-- 53 years ago. But the most unique construction feature is the roof, which slants from the exterior stucco walls toward the center of the bui Iding and funnels rain water through a scupper on the side wall of each unit into a metal "cup" from which a downspout carries the water to the ground. At its lowest point where the Cant on Page 2 ,- Grizzle Court Duplex, cont. 35-45 S. First St. Campbe I I, CA. 95008 Paqe 2 Nov. 25, 1980 scupper is, the roof surface is about four feet lower than the surrounding exterior walls. In the center of each roof, but not visible from the ground, is a brick chimney to vent the stove and gas appliances, even though there is no fireplace. Highly visible from the ground are the metal air vents on the four upper side wall corners of both units, taken from the heating system of a house. These can be left open In the summer to help cool the attics. The interior of each unit features very small front room, a small kitchen well I ighted by windows, and a rear bedroom and bathroom. A small rear porch has been added to the 35 S. First Street unit, with windows all around the porch. The interior has redwood wainscotting and the narrow front room closets with double doors were originally for hide-away beds. The lack of size reflects the purpose of these units as $15 per month rentals for workers in the nearby fruit processing plants. Claude Grizzle did add two more small rental behind the duplex and intended to buy land and add more. One unit was the small wooden office of the Campbell Water Company, also owned by his boss, Ralph Hyde, which he moved here after the water company abandoned it. The Grizzle Court Duplex has unique architectural features in design and detail that are representative of the 1920's but rare in the 1980's, and it was built by its owner and a carpenter who were from well known Campbell fami I ies. But its greatest significance is from its purpose and use. It was a rental for two generations of workers who lived here while working in Campbell plants. The seasonal workers and the fruit processing industry are gone but this small court-duplex remains to tell a part of their story to future generations in Campbell. '-- NOTICE NOTICE IS 'HEREBY GIVEN THAT A NEGATIVE DECLARATION HAS BEEN PREPARED FOR the application of Mark W. and Edna M. Stevensen~ et al, to have 35 and 45 S. First Street considered for Historic Landmark designation (HPL 80-4). THIS PROJECT WILL BE CONSIDERED FOR APPROVAL BY THE CITY OF CAMPBELL ON December 23,1980 INTERESTED PERSONS HAY REVIEW A COpy OF SAID NEGATIVE DECLARATION ON FILE IN THE OFFICE OF THE PLANNING DEPARTMENT. CAMPBELL CITY HALL. 75 NORTH CENTRAL AVENUE. CAMPBELL. CALIFORNIA. PUBLISH ONE TIME: December ll~ 1980 CITY OF CAMPBELL 75 NORTH CENTRAL AVENUE CAMPBELL, CALIFORNIA 95008 (408) 378-8141 Department: PLANNING December 3,1980 NOTICE 0 F HEARING Notice is hereby given that the Historic Preservation Board of the City of Campbell has set the hour of 9:30 a.m. on Tuesday, December 23,1980 in the City Hall Council Chambers, 75 North Central Avenue, Campbell as the time and place to consider the application of Mark W. and Edna M. Stevensen, et a1, to have 35 and 45 s. First Street considered for Historic Landmark designation (HPL 80-4). Map and legal description of subject properties are on file in the office of the Planning Department, 75 North Central Avenue, Campbell, California. Interested persons may appear and be heard at said hearing. CITY OF CAMPBELL PLANNING DEPARTMENT ARTHUR A. KBE PLANNING DIRECTOR ,.-. HISTORIC PRESERVATION BOARD NOVEMBER 25, 1980 Item No.2 concerning 147 N. Central Avenue was meeting at the request of the propprty owner. mSCELLANEOUS * * * 35 & 35 S. First St. Grizzle Court Duplex Mr. King presented the application of Mark W. and Edna M. Stevensen to have 35 and 45 S. First Street considered for Historic landmark designation, known as the Grizzle Court Duplex. postponed until later in the It was moved by Ms. Overhouse, and seconded by Mrs. Kern that a public hearing be set for December 23,1980 (HPL 80-4). Motion carried unanimously. * * *