09-29-2020 HPB Agenda Packet
Historic Preservation Board
REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
Tuesday, September 29, 2020 | 5:00 PM
Virtual Zoom Meeting
CALL TO ORDER / ROLL CALL
This Historic Preservation Board (HPB) meeting is conducted via telecommunication and is
compliant with provisions of the Brown Act and Executive Order N-29-20 issued by the
Governor.
The following Board Members are listed to permit them to appear electronically or
telephonically at the Regular Historic Preservation Board meeting of September 29, 2020: Chair
Mike Foulkes, Vice-Chair Yvonne Kendall, and Board Members Todd Walter, Susan Blake, and
Laura Taylor Moore.
While members of the public will not be able to attend the meeting of the Campbell Historic
Preservation Board in person, the meeting will be live-streamed on YouTube at
(https://www.youtube.com/user/CityofCampbell).
Interested persons may register to electronically participate in this Zoom HPB meeting at Please
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joining the webinar. The complete agenda packet will be posted by Friday, September 25, 2020
on the City website at https://www.ci.campbell.ca.us/AgendaCenter/Historic-Preservation-
Board-4, and will include all materials for this meeting. Please be advised that if you challenge
the nature of the above project in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or
someone else raised at the Public Hearing described in this Notice, or in written
correspondence delivered to the City of Historic Preservation Board at, or prior to, the Public
Hearing by email to planning@campbellca.gov. Questions may be addressed to the Daniel
Fama, Board Secretary, at (408) 866-2193 or danielf@campbellca.gov.
AGENDA MODIFICATIONS OR POSTPONEMENTS
Board Members or the Board Secretary may request that agenized items be considered in a
different order than shown in the agenda or be postponed to a subsequent meeting.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1. Approval of Minutes of July 22, 2020 (Voice Vote)
Meeting Minutes, 7/22/2020
Historic Preservation Board Agenda for September 29, 2020 Pg. 2
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
This portion of the meeting is reserved for individuals wishing to address the Board on matters
of community interest that are not listed on the agenda. In the interest of time, the Chair may
limit speakers to three minutes. Please be aware that State law prohibits the Board from acting
on non-agendized items, however, the Chair may refer matters to staff for follow-up.
BOARD/STAFF ANNOUNCEMENTS
PUBLIC HEARINGS
NEW BUSINESS
2. Mills Act Program Update Discussion
The Board will discuss the preliminary recommendations made by the Mills Act ad hoc
Subcommittee for the Mills Act Program update and any related potential revisions to
the Historic Preservation Ordinance.
Subcommittee Memorandum
STUDY SESSION
ADJOURNMENT
Adjourn to the next regularly scheduled Historic Preservation Board meeting of October 28,
2020, at 5:00 PM to be conducted via Zoom.
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, listening assistance devices are available
for meetings held in the Council Chambers. If you require accommodation to participate in the
meeting, please contact Corinne Shinn at the Community Development Department, at
corinnes@campbellca.gov or (408) 866-2140.
Historic Preservation Board
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
Wednesday, July 22, 2020 | 5:00 PM
Zoom Meeting
CALL TO ORDER
The Regular Historic Preservation Board meeting of July 22, 2020, was called to order at
5:09 p.m., via Zoom, by Chair Foulkes, and the following proceedings were had to wit.
ROLL CALL
HPB Members Present: HPB Members Absent
Michael Foulkes, Chair None
Yvonne Kendall, Vice Chai
Susan Blake
Laura Taylor Moore
Todd Walter
Staff Members Present:
Daniel Fama, Senior Planner
Corinne Shinn, Recording Secretary
AGENDA MODIFICATIONS OR POSTPONEMENTS
None
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1. Approval of Minutes of January 22, 2020.
Motion: Upon motion of Member Kendall, seconded by Member Blake, the
Historic Preservation Board approved the minutes of the meeting of
January 22, 2020. (5-0)
2. Approval of Minutes of February 26, 2020.
Motion: Upon motion of Member Moore, seconded by Member Blake, the
Historic Preservation Board approved the minutes of the meeting of
February 26, 2020. (4-0-0-1; Member Kendall abstained)
ORAL REQUESTS
None
Historic Preservation Board Minutes for July 22, 2020 (Regular Meeting) Page 2
BOARD AND STAFF ANNOUNCEMENTS
3. 1940 Hamilton Avenue – Historic Review (Informational Only – No Action Required)
The owner of 1940 Hamilton Avenue commissioned an historic review of the property,
prepared an historic resource consultant. The consultant’s materials were peer-reviewed
by the City’s Architectural Advisor Mark Sandoval, who concurred with the determination
that the property does not meet any of the minimum threshold eligibility requirements
needed to be listed on the California Register of Historic Resources or as a local historic
resource by the City as either a Structure of Merit or a Landmark property.
Historic Review Materials
Peer-Review Memo (Mark Sandoval)
Planner Daniel Fama advised that this item is informational only as this property is not
included on the HRI (Historic Resource Inventory).
Member Blake:
• Reported that she had reached out to this property’s current owner to suggest
consideration of addition to the HRI.
• Advised that that property owner was not interested at all in historic designation.
• Pointed out that this property was presented with a commendation after the
remodeling of the house on this property for commercial use.
• Lamented that many years ago the then-owners of this house wanted to donate the
structure to the City if the City found a property on which to relocate it.
• Admitted that “we” did not succeed in that task.
Chair Foulkes asked staff if any changes to the existing structure would be brought forth
to the HPB.
Planner Daniel Fama replied no. He said that oversight would not be within the purview
of the HPB but rather would be reviewed by the Planning Commission.
Member Moore:
• Pointed out that this situation reflects the “downside” of our preservation ability.
• Said in that in her opinion there is no question that this house should be considered
potentially historic when one looks at it.
• Suggested that the consideration of materials salvageability should be looked into
if/when this structure were to be completely demolished.
Planner Daniel Fama said that suggestion could be considered when this project is
submitted. Either that the building be allowed to be relocated in whole or as architectural
salvage of any viable materials.
Chair Foulkes:
• Stated that he was surprised about the data provided in the peer review responses.
• Admitted that he agrees with Member Moore that if this house is not considered
historic-worthy, what is?
Historic Preservation Board Minutes for July 22, 2020 (Regular Meeting) Page 3
• Opined that this house seems to be the most historic in appearance. More than others
that are on the HRI. However, this one is not included on the HRI.
• Reminded that the HPB wants to preserve its buildings rather than tearing them down.
This structure seems more valuable than others that are on HRI.
• Reiterated that the goal of the HPB is to push hard to encourage worthy structures
from being kept and well-maintained as historic structures.
• Stated that this situation here perplexes him.
• Added that he finds in unfortunate that review of plans for this structure will not come
to us (HPB).
Member Moore:
• Reported that the original owner of this home was named Hamilton.
• Suggested it might behoove doing some research to see if this home is named for
something unrelated to Campbell such as Mt. Hamilton.
• Stated perhaps the house was named by the circa 1840’s original Hamilton Family
that was important to Campbell.
• Pointed out that that Hamilton Avenue itself comes through their property and may
be the reason for naming both the house and Hamilton Avenue.
Planner Daniel Fama said he, as a city planner, is not able to dispute what the owner’s
historic consultant has prepared. That report was properly peer-reviewed for the City by
Mark Sandoval.
Member Kendall said that many properties included on the HRI are not considered to be
either Structures of Merit or Historic Landmarks.
Planner Daniel Fama:
• Said that the HIR lists Structures of Merit, Historic Landmarks and potentially historic
properties.
• Reminded that a property owner has to agree and sign-on in order to be added to the
HRI.
• Added that the City would have required the owner to pay for a historic evaluation on
this structure if they hadn’t already had one prepared pro-actively as they did.
• Concluded that now when they bring forth their redevelopment proposal for a new
office building, that requirement (box) is already checked.
Chair Foulkes:
• Agreed that the report provided has gone through all the right channels.
• Added that it serves as an example of why our current system doesn’t work.
• Suggested that the process should work differently in the future.
Member Kendall asked staff what it would take to update the HPB Ordinance.
Planner Daniel Fama replied he would first need to discuss that topic with Director
Kermoyan and get back to the HPB with a response.
Historic Preservation Board Minutes for July 22, 2020 (Regular Meeting) Page 4
Member Walter:
• Asked staff if there’s a way HPB can have Mark Sandoval provide it with some
“lessons learned” outline to help us moving forward with other structures(s) in the
future.
• Suggested Mark Sandoval might be able to explain/compare other properties to this
one.
Planner Daniel Fama:
• Said that the bigger issue is how the criteria is set up and how they interpret it.
• Added that he would see if Mark Sandoval is willing to provide that feedback.
• Suggested that request be postponed until he can get direction from Director
Kermoyan and perhaps Council.
• Explained that Council has to buy off on new projects that require staff time to process
such an update and ensure it is a priority to Council to allow it.
Chair Foulkes suggested taking further discussion of this proposal off-line and bring it
back when appropriately sanctioned.
PUBLIC HEARING
4. 20 Alice Avenue – Tier 1 Historic Resource Alteration Permit (Resolution/Roll
Call Vote)
Public Hearing to consider the application of Barzin Keyhankhadiv for a Tier 1 Historic
Resource Alteration Permit (PLN-2020-12) to allow construction of an approximately 800
square-foot rear addition to an Alice Avenue Historic District property commonly known
as the Mary Fablinger House, located at 20 Alice Avenue. Staff is recommending that
this project be deemed Categorically Exempt under CEQA.
Planner Daniel Fama:
• Reported that the applicant is requesting a Tier 1 Historic Resource Alteration Permit
for a residence on 20 Alice Avenue. This home is located east of Winchester
Boulevard.
• Said that the owners are proposing an approximately 800 square addition to an
existing single-family residence.
• Advised that this home is not a Landmark but is located within an Historic District (Alice
Avenue Historic District).
• Stated that staff has worked with the applicant to ensure compliance with standards.
• Pointed out that the addition is proposed for the back of the home.
• Said that the siding of the new portion of this home would be thicker so as to be
obviously different from the older and new sections of this home.
• Recommending the HPB adopt a resolution approving this application.
Member Blake:
• Reminded that these applicants came before the HPB a few years ago with a larger
addition.
• Added that HPB worked with them on their project and it then went on to the Planning
Commission where it was approved.
Historic Preservation Board Minutes for July 22, 2020 (Regular Meeting) Page 5
• Pointed out that this proposal under consideration this evening is less large and
doesn’t affect the garage at the back as the original approval would have done.
• Stated that this is a very nice design and she supports it with no hesitation.
Member Moore concurred.
Member Kendall concurred as well.
Chair Foulkes opened the Public Hearing for Agenda Item No. 4.
There was no one present wishing to speak.
Chair Foulkes closed the Public Hearing for Agenda Item No. 4.
Chair Foulkes asked if there are any thoughts or comments from the HPB.
Member Kendall:
• Said that this is a well-designed project.
• Recounted that Alice Avenue is a narrow street with lots of street parking along both
sides.
• Added that it can sometimes be challenging to drive down Alice Avenue.
• Suggested that as part of the site management condition of approve that the project
be required to have its trucks arrive and depart from Winchester rather than driving a
long way on Alice Avenue from the other direction.
Chair Foulkes:
• Echoed the comments of the other HPB Members.
• Said that this project provides thoughtful design.
• Added that it is the kind of project that the HPB likes to see that upgrades the livability
of the home while retaining its historic architecture as seen from the street frontage.
Motion: Upon Motion of Member Blake, seconded by Member Moore, the
Historic Preservation Board adopted Resolution 2020-04 approving a
Tier 1 Historic Resource Alteration Permit (PLN-2020-12) to allow
construction of an approximately 800 square-foot rear addition to an
Alice Avenue Historic District property commonly known as the Mary
Fablinger House, located at 20 Alice Avenue, with the added condition
to require project construction related truck traffic to access the
project site from Winchester Boulevard , by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Blake, Foulkes, Kendall, Moore and Walter
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
Abstain: None
Historic Preservation Board Minutes for July 22, 2020 (Regular Meeting) Page 6
NEW BUSINESS
Member Kendall advised that she has to recuse from participating on this item as she
resides within noticing distance to this property. She left the meeting during the
discussion on this request.
5. 204 Alice Avenue – Review of Windows
Approval of windows as required by an approved Tier 1 Historic Resource Alteration
Permit (PLN2019-110) for property located at 204 Alice Avenue.
Planner Daniel Fama:
• Reported that the Board needs to approve the windows being proposed for this
property.
• Added that the proposed materials are identified in packet.
• Advised that the property owners are present this evening.
Chair Foulkes asked if there were questions for staff. There were none.
Chair Foulkes opened the Public Hearing for Item No. 5.
Marie & Kornel Kovacs, Applicant/Owners of 204 Alice Avenue, introduced themselves.
Marie Kovacs:
• Reminded that wood windows were originally approved for this house when the
previous owners owned the home.
• Stated that she and her husband, Kornel, would like to consider use of wood-clad
windows instead due to the cost and maintenance differences.
Kornel Kovacs:
• Showed examples of what was originally approved (all wood) with what they are now
proposing instead (wood-clad).
• Pointed out that all-wood windows require lots of maintenance and upkeep while
wood-clad windows offers the same outside appearance as wood but comes pre-
finished. That equates to no maintenance being required for years to come. These
wood-clad windows withstand weather better. They shrink less and stay as beautiful
as the day they were installed into the future.
• Assured that these wood-clad windows would look exactly the same with a significant
price difference. All-wood windows for this project would cost $9,000 while the wood-
clad windows for this project would cost $5,000.
Chair Foulkes opened the Public Hearing for Item No. 5.
Chair Foulkes asked for comments from the HPB.
Member Walter:
• Pointed out that the HPB has allowed aluminum and similar wood-clad windows in
previous projects as long as they match the house.
Historic Preservation Board Minutes for July 22, 2020 (Regular Meeting) Page 7
• Admitted that he is fine with this proposed product and would himself want to put in
wood-clad windows versus solid wood.
Member Blake:
• Reminded that the Secretary of Interior Standards need to be reconsidered.
• Assured that architectural details can be matched as she did so herself.
Chair Foulkes said that what the Board has done in the past was to be a stickler for wood
windows in the front elevation. He agreed that the Board needs to follow its prior more
recent approvals that allowed other than wood windows.
Member Blake said that she is excited that these owners will also include shutters. She
is ecstatic about that addition.
Motion: Upon Motion of Member Walter, seconded by Member Moore, the
Historic Preservation Board took action to approve a Tier 1 Historic
Resource Alteration Permit (PLN2019-110) to allow fiber clad windows
for property located at 204 Alice Avenue, with the requirement that
said fiber-clad windows matches what is already there on this home,
by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Blake, Foulkes, Moore and Walter
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
Abstain: Kendall
Member Kendall returned to the meeting at the conclusion of Item No. 5.
6. Certified Local Government Annual Report
Review and approve the 2018-2019 Certified Local Government Annual Report.
Planner Daniel Fama:
• Advised that this is opportunity for the Board to review and approve this annual report
as required by our CLG status.
• Added that its submittal was delayed a bit.
• Stated that it is up to the HPB to review, approve and adopt a Resolution for this
action.
Member Blake said that the report was straight and well said.
Member Moore concurred.
Member Walter as well.
Chair Foulkes said that in looking at attendance records he extends his congratulations
to Members Blake and Walters for their perfect attendance records.
Historic Preservation Board Minutes for July 22, 2020 (Regular Meeting) Page 8
Motion: Upon motion of Member Kendall, seconded by Member Blake, the HPB
Adopted a Resolution approving the 2018-2019 Certified Local
Government Annual Report. (5-0)
OLD BUSINESS
7. Mills Act ad hoc Subcommittee Report
The Subcommittee will provide a monthly update on its activities to the Board.
Member Walter:
• Said that there are two parts to the actions of the Subcommittee.
• Advised he and Member Blake met in February with Planner Daniel Fama and
Planning Intern Michael Sze. At that meeting they talked about the audit and
discussed development of what criteria should be created to evaluate potential Mills
Act approvals.
• Added that a letter was sent out to all eight current Mills Act holders. He and Member
Blake each took on four.
• Reported that they received back information from each holder.
• Advised that the next step will be to look at materials provided by each owner and
compare what was accomplished with what was included on the original Mills Act
contract. This work will be split between City staff and members of the Mills Act ad
hoc Subcommittee to determine if the materials for each home commemorate with the
contract.
Planner Daniel Fama suggested that a meeting be scheduled with him and the
Subcommittee.
Member Blake said that is a good idea.
Member Walter:
• Continued with the second part of the plan of the Subcommittee, which is looking at
the Mills Act contract.
• Reported that they have scoured cities throughout the State to find good examples of
a Mills Act Contract from which we can compare our program.
• Added that info was part of a desk item that Planner Daniel Fama sent out by email.
• Said they wrote out a first recommendation for everyone’s input and revision
suggestions. Once revised, the Mills Act topic would go back before the City Council
with a recommendation for approval.
• Encouraged feedback from the rest of HPB.
Chair Foulkes asked if there are any initial comments from the Board.
Member Blake:
• Reminded that the City of Monrovia did a webinar that we all watched.
• Stated that it is exciting to see how they handled their Mills Act program.
• Admitted that she and Member Walter used a lot of information from Monrovia in
preparing their initial draft.
Historic Preservation Board Minutes for July 22, 2020 (Regular Meeting) Page 9
Member Walter:
• Suggested that the Board send their individual comments to Planner Daniel Fama by
email. Daniel can then forward them on to the Subcommittee.
• Stated that by the next meeting there can be a refined list based on the feedback
received.
Planner Daniel Fama reminded all Members to use their City email not their personal.
Chair Foulkes:
• Stated that perhaps the whole next meeting could be devoted to the Mills Act.
• Pointed out that Monrovia shows just how flexible cities can be with their Mills Act
contracts. Reporting and oversight can be implemented.
• Added that with issues such as windows could be assisted within the Mills Act.
• Opined that if property taxes for a Mills Act property are reduced and those savings
can be used to defray rehab costs.
• Expressed support for the concept of a limited-duration Mills Act Contract. It would
be nimbler.
• Said that we have unique issues in Campbell in regard to preservation. It seems as if
we are not optimally utilizing the Mills Act Contracts with their long-term duration.
Member Walter referred to the desk item from Deb Craver and asked if Ms. Crave holds
a Mills Act Contract.
Planner Daniel Fama replied yes.
Member Moore said that Ms. Craver provided the perfect balance for what we do. What
we need to hear.
Member Blake encourage all members to review the draft materials.
Member Walter asked for Ms. Craver’s address.
Member Blake replied 110 S. Second Street.
Member Walter asked if there are any questions for the Subcommittee at this time.
Chair Foulkes:
• Stated his appreciation for the time and effort of the Subcommittee.
• Added that he hopes HPB can focus on this Mills Act project.
• Pointed out that the Council has been asking for more information.
• Advised that he would be participating in a joint Zoom meeting the next day hosted by
the Mayor and including all the other Board and Commission Chairs.
• Supported spending more time on this task so Member Kendall won’t have to continue
to recuse for much item once it is completed.
Member Blake said that the Mills Act is pretty interesting.
Member Moore agreed.
Historic Preservation Board Minutes for July 22, 2020 (Regular Meeting) Page 10
Member Walter said that it is amazing just the variety of different Mills Acts out there. We
may well have the best of all by including the best aspects of others out there.
Ms. Maria Kovacs stepped forward and said she is currently going through the application
packet for a Mills Act Contract. She asked if she could ask questions. They are looking
to paint their home and wonders if she needs to present her proposed paint colors for
approval.
Planner Daniel Fama suggested that Ms. Kovacs call him directly about the Mills Act
application process and also advised her that she doesn’t need approval for her paint
choices. She is free to select her own paint colors.
ADJOURNMENT
Adjourned at 6:05 p.m. to the next Regular Historic Preservation Board meeting
scheduled for August 26, 2020, at 5:00 PM, using Zoom.
PREPARED BY: ______________________________________
Corinne Shinn, Recording Secretary
APPROVED BY: ______________________________________
Michael Foulkes, Chair
ATTEST: ______________________________________
Daniel Fama, HPB Staff Liaison
RESOLUTION NO. 2020-04
BEING A RESOLUTION OF THE HISTORIC PRESERVATION
BOARD OF THE CITY OF CAMPBELL APPROVING A TIER 1
HISTORIC RESOURCE ALTERATION PERMIT (PLN-2020-12) TO
ALLOW CONSTRUCTION OF AN APPROXIMATELY 800 SQUARE-
FOOT REAR ADDITION TO AN ALICE AVENUE HISTORIC
DISTRICT PROPERTY COMMONLY KNOWN AS THE MARY
FABLINGER HOUSE, LOCATED AT 20 ALICE AVENUE IN THE R-
1-6-H (SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL / HISTORIC OVERLAY)
COMBINING ZONING DISTRICT.
After notification and public hearing, as specified by law and after presentation by the
Board Secretary, proponents and opponents, the hearing was closed.
The Historic Preservation Board finds as follows with regards to file number PLN-2020-12:
1. The project site is a 7,371 square-foot single-family residential property located on
Alice Avenue, east of Winchester Boulevard , within the Alice Avenue Historic District.
2. The project site is zoned R-1-6-H (Single-Family Residential / Historic Overlay) on the
City of Campbell Zoning Map.
3. The project site is designated Low Density Residential on the City of Campbell
General Plan Land Use diagram.
4. The project site is developed with a single-family residence, a non-landmark historic
district resource constructed in 1938 in a vernacular style, commonly known as the
Mary Fablinger House.
5. The proposed project is an application for a Tier 1 Historic Resource Alteration Permit
(PLN2019-110) to allow construction of an approximately 800 square-foot rear
addition.
6. Campbell Municipal Code (CMC) Section 21.33.080 (Historic Resource Alteration
Permit (Tier 1)) requires that any alteration to a landmark or historic district property
be reviewed through "Tier 1" Historic Resource Alteration Permit.
7. The proposed project would be consistent with the following General Plan policies:
Policy LUT-8.1: Historic Buildings, Landmarks and Districts and Cultural Resources: Preserve,
rehabilitate or restore the City’s historic buildings, landmarks, districts and
cultural resources and retain the architectural integrity of established building
patterns within historic residential neighborhoods to preserve the cultural
heritage of the community.
Policy LUT-5.2a: Neighborhood Compatibility: Promote new residential development and
substantial additions that are designed to maintain and support the existing
character and development pattern of the surrounding neighborhood,
especially in historic neighborhoods and neighborhoods with consistent
design characteristics
Historic Preservation Board Resolution No. 2020-04 Page 2 of 3
PLN-2020-12 ~ 20 Alice Avenue
Policy LUT-20.1b: Building Patterns: Ensure that new development is designed to blend in with
the existing building patterns of the neighborhood. For example, if the majority
of the garages on the street are at the rear of the site, the new building should
be designed to accommodate a rear garage.
8. No substantial evidence has been presented which shows that the project, as
currently presented will have a significant adverse impact on the environment.
Based upon the foregoing findings of fact, the Historic Preservation Board further finds and
concludes that:
Historic Resource Alteration Permit – Tier 1 Findings (CMC Sec. 21.33.080):
1. The proposed action is consistent with the purposes of this chapter and the
applicable requirements of the Municipal Code;
2. The proposed action is consistent with the applicable design guidelines, including, but
not limited to, the Historic Design Guidelines for Residential Buildings;
3. The proposed action will not have a significant impact on the aesthetic, architectural,
cultural, or engineering interest or historical value of the historic resource or district;
4. The proposed action is consistent with the Secretary of the Interior's Standards, as
follows:
a. The proposed action will preserve and retain the historic character of the
historic resource and will be compatible with the existing historic features, size,
massing, scale and proportion, and materials.
b. The proposed action will, to the greatest extent possible, avoid removal or
significant alteration of distinctive materials, features, finishes, and spatial
relationships that characterize the historic resource.
c. Deteriorated historic features will be repaired rather than replaced to the
greatest extent possible.
d. New additions will be differentiated from the historic resource and will be
constructed such that the essential form and integrity of the historic resource
shall be protected if the addition is removed in the future.
Environmental Findings (CMC Sec. 21.38.050):
5. This project is Categorically Exempt under Section 15301, Class 1, of the California
Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), pertaining to minor alterations to existing
structures.
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Historic Preservation Board approves a Tier 1
Historic Resource Alteration Permit (PLN-2020-12) to allow an approximately 800 square-
foot rear addition to an Alice Avenue Historic District property commonly known as the
Mary Fablinger House, located at 20 Alice Avenue, subject to the attached Conditions of
Approval (attached Exhibit “A”).
Historic Preservation Board Resolution No. 2020-04 Page 3 of 3
PLN-2020-12 ~ 20 Alice Avenue
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 22 day of July, 2020, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Board Members: Kendall, Blake, Foulkes, Moore, and Walter
NOES: Board Members:
ABSENT: Board Members:
ABSTAIN: Board Members:
APPROVED:
Mike Foulkes, Chair
ATTEST:
Daniel Fama, Secretary
EXHIBIT A
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
Historic Resource Alteration Permit (PLN-2020-4)
Where approval by the Director of Community Development, City Engineer, Public
Works Director, City Attorney or Fire Department is required, that review shall be for
compliance with all applicable conditions of approval, adopted policies and guidelines,
ordinances, laws and regulations and accepted engineering practices for the item under
review. Additionally, the applicant is hereby notified that he/she is required to comply
with all applicable Codes or Ordinances of the City of Campbell and the State of
California that pertain to this development and are not herein specified.
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
Planning Division
1. Approved Project: Approval is granted for a Tier 1 Historic Resource Alteration
Permit (PLN-2020-12) to allow an approximately 800 square-foot rear addition to an
Alice Avenue Historic District property commonly known as the Mary Fablinger
House, located at 20 Alice Avenue. The project shall substantially conform to the
Project Description stamped as received by the Community Development
Department on March 3, 2020, except as may be modified by conditions of approval
contained herein.
2. Permit Expiration: The Tier 1 Historic Resource Alteration Permit approval shall be
valid for one year from the date of final approval (expiring August 3, 2021). Within
this one-year period, an application for a building permit must be submitted. Failure
to meet this deadline or expiration of an issued building permit will result in the
Historic Resource Alteration Permit being rendered void.
3. Side Material: Prior to issuance of a building permit, the applicant shall provide an
example of the new siding for the Community Development Director’s review and
approval.
4. Rough Framing and Planning Final Required: Planning Division clearance is
required prior to rough framing and final Building Permit clearance. Construction not
in substantial compliance with the approved project plans shall not be approved
without prior authorization of the necessary approving body.
5. Minor Modifications: Minor Modifications to the approved project plans are subject to
review and approval by the Community Development Director. Minor modifications
include alterations in floor area of no more than 50 square feet on the first floor,
alterations to second story windows that are not oriented toward neighboring yards
and result in an increase in window area of no more than one square foot and
horizontal relocation of no more than one foot from the approved window location,
and minor alterations to façade material. All other modifications are subject to review
at a public hearing.
6. Plan Revisions: Upon prior approval by the Community Development Director, all
Minor Modifications to the approved project plans shall be included in the
construction drawings submitted for Building Permit. Any modifications to the
Exhibit A - Conditions of Approval ~ 20 Alice Ave. (PLN-2020-4) Page 2
Building plan set during construction shall require submittal of a Building Permit
Revision and approval by the Building Official prior to Final Inspection.
7. Fences/Walls: Except as noted below, any newly proposed fencing and/or walls
shall comply with Campbell Municipal Code Section 21.18.060 and shall be
submitted for review and approval by the Community Development Department.
8. Water Efficient Landscape Standards: As a remodel/addition/rehabilitation
project with a total project landscape area equal to or less than 2,500 square
feet, this project is subject to the landscaping and irrigation standards in Chapter
21.26 of the Campbell Municipal Code. The building permit application submittal
shall include compliant Planting and Irrigation Plans and shall include the following:
a. A completed Landscape Information Form.
b. A note on the Cover Sheet in minimum 1/2” high lettering stating “Planning
Final Required. The new landscaping indicated on the plans must be installed
prior to final inspection. Changes to the landscaping plan require Planning
approval.”
9. On-Site Lighting: On-site lighting shall be shielded away from adjacent properties
and directed on site. The design and type of lighting fixtures and lighting intensity of
any proposed exterior lighting for the project shall be reviewed and approved by the
Community Development Director prior to installation of the lighting for compliance
with all applicable Conditions of Approval, ordinances, laws and regulations. Lighting
fixtures shall be of a decorative design to be compatible with the residential
development and shall incorporate energy saving features.
10. Contractor Contact Information Posting: The project site shall be posted with the
name and contact number of the lead contractor in a location visible from the public
street prior to the issuance of building permits.
11. Construction Activities: The applicant shall abide by the following requirements
during construction:
a. The project site shall be posted with the name and contact number of the lead
contractor in a location visible from the public street prior to the issuance of
building permits.
b. Construction activities shall be limited to weekdays between 8:00 a.m. and
5:00 p.m. and Saturdays between 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. No construction
shall take place on Sundays or holidays unless an exception is granted by the
Building Official.
c. All construction equipment with internal combustion engines used on the
project site shall be properly muffled and maintained in good working
condition.
d. Unnecessary idling of internal combustion engines shall be strictly prohibited.
e. All stationary noise-generating construction equipment, such as air
compressors and portable power generators, shall be located as far as
possible from noise-sensitive receptors such as existing residences and
businesses.
Exhibit A - Conditions of Approval ~ 20 Alice Ave. (PLN-2020-4) Page 3
f. Use standard dust and erosion control measures that comply with the
adopted Best Management Practices for the City of Campbell.
Building Division:
11. Permits Required: A building permit application shall be required for the proposed
addition to and remodeling of the existing structure. The building permit shall
include Electrical/Plumbing/Mechanical fees when such work is part of the permit.
12. Plan Preparation: This addition may require plan prepared under the direction and
oversight of a California licensed Engineer or Architect. When applicable, plans
submitted for building permits shall be “wet stamped” and signed by the qualifying
professional person.
13. Construction Plans: The conditions of Approval shall be stated in full on the cover
sheet of construction plans submitted for building permit.
14. Size of Plans: The minimum size of construction plans submitted for building
permits shall be 24 in. X 36 in.
15. Site Plan: Application for building permit shall include a competent site plan that
identifies property and proposed structures with dimensions and elevations as
appropriate. Site plan shall also include site drainage details.
16. Title 24 Energy Compliance: California Title 24 Energy Compliance forms shall be
blue-lined on the construction plans. Compliance with the Standards shall be
demonstrated for conditioning of the building envelope and lighting of the building.
17. Special Inspections: When a special inspection is required by C.B.C. Chapter 17,
the architect or engineer of record shall prepare an inspection program that shall be
submitted to the Building Official for approval prior to issuance of the building
permits, in accordance with C.B.C Chapter 1, Section 106. Please obtain City of
Campbell, Special Inspection forms from the Building Inspection Division Counter.
18. Non-Point Source: The standard Santa Clara Valley Non-point Source Pollution
Control Program specification sheet shall be part of plan submittal. The specification
sheet (size 24” X 36”) is available at the Building Division service counter.
19. Approvals Required: The project requires the following agency approval prior to
issuance of the building permit:
a. West Valley Sanitation District (378-2407)
b. Santa Clara County Fire Department (378-4010)
c. San Jose Water Company (279-7900)
d. School District:
i. Campbell Union School District (378-3405)
ii. Campbell Union High School District (371-0960)
iii. Moreland School District (379-1370)
iv. Cambrian School District (377-2103
Exhibit A - Conditions of Approval ~ 20 Alice Ave. (PLN-2020-4) Page 4
Note: To determine your district, contact the offices identified above. Obtain the
School District payment form from the City Building Division, after the Division has
approved the building permit application.
20. P.G.& E.: Applicant is advised to contact Pacific Gas and Electric Company as early
as possible in the approval process. Service installations, changes and/or
relocations may require substantial scheduling time and can cause significant delays
in the approval process. Applicant should also consult with P.G. and E. concerning
utility easements, distribution pole locations and required conductor clearances.
21. Intent to Occupy During Construction: Owners shall declare their intent to occupy the
(e) dwelling during construction. The Building Inspection Division may require the
premises to be vacated during portions of construction because of substandard and
unsafe living conditions created by construction.
22. California Green Building Code: This project shall comply with the mandatory
requirements for new residential structures (Chapter 4) under the California Green
Building Code, 2016 edition.
23. Build It Green: Applicant shall complete and submit a “Build it Green” inventory of
the proposed new single family project prior to issuance of building permit.
24. Storm Water Requirements: Storm water run-off from impervious surface created by
this permitted project shall be directed to vegetated areas on the project parcel.
Storm water shall not drain onto neighboring parcels.
25. Site Management: This project shall use the following Site Management policies:
• Job Site Manager. Every permitted job must have an identified person to
manage the work and be responsive to issues that come up during construction.
It is important to identify this person and provide contact information to the
Building Inspector at the beginning of the construction process. When a change
is made concerning site manager, the inspector should be made aware of the
new person and contact information.
• Construction Debris. At the end of each construction day, attention should be
made to collect and manage construction waste and debris. Trash must be
covered and removed from the site as soon as reasonable. Respect the
neighbors and keep a clean site! Sites that fail to manage trash can and will be
cited.
• Construction Hours. Every Permitted job is required to observe the permitted
hours of construction. Construction work is allowed from 8:00am to 5:00pm
Monday thru Friday. Construction is allowed on Saturdays from 9:00am to
4:00pm. No work is allowed on Sundays or Legal U.S. Holidays. Workers
showing up at job sites before the permitted times may create a problem and
should be discouraged from arriving earlier than 15 minutes before permitted
times. Material deliveries should never be scheduled before permitted hours. It
is the responsibility of the Contractor to manage and coordinate deliveries.
Exhibit A - Conditions of Approval ~ 20 Alice Ave. (PLN-2020-4) Page 5
Citations and/or Stop Work Notices will be issued to Contractors violating the
permitted hours.
• Dust and Dirt. Many jobs will create dust and dirt on the street. When it rains,
sites may have mud running into the sidewalk and street. All job sites must keep
all rain runoff on the site and prevent water from running from the site into the
gutter and street. Vehicles tracking mud and dirt into the street require cleanup
and keeping the sidewalks and streets clean. If you fail to manage your dirt, dust
and mud, your site may be issued a ‘Stop Work’ notice and/or a citation.
• Music and Unnecessary Noise. Radios and loud music or other noise not
related to construction is discouraged and will keep the neighbors from
complaining. Earbuds are a good way to keep the music playing and not a
problem for the neighbors. Job sites are not a good place for a worker’s dog.
Animals should be left at home.
• Construction Vehicles. Construction vehicles shall access the property only
from S. Winchester Boulevard and shall not travel westbound on Alice Avenue
except to leave the project site.
PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
The scope of this project triggers the requirement for Frontage Improvements as
required by Campbell Municipal Code 11.24.040. The applicant will be required to apply
for an Encroachment permit to construct frontage improvements as listed below. The
building permit and grading permit will not be issued until all Public Works Conditions of
Approval have been satisfied.
26. Storm Drain Area Fee: Prior to issuance of any grading or building permits for the
site, the applicant shall pay the required Storm Drain Area fee, currently set at
$2,120.00 per net acre, which is $357.00
27. Stormwater Pollution Prevention Measures: Prior to issuance of any grading or
building permits, the applicant shall comply with the National Pollution Discharge
Elimination System (NPDES) permit requirements, Santa Clara Valley Water District
requirements, and the Campbell Municipal Code regarding stormwater pollution
prevention. The primary objectives are to improve the quality and reduce the
quantity of stormwater runoff to the bay.
Resources to achieve these objectives include Stormwater Best Management
Practices Handbook for New Development and Redevelopment (“CA BMP
Handbook”) by the California Stormwater Quality Association (CASQA), 2003; Start
at the Source: A Design Guidance Manual for Stormwater Quality Protection (“Start
at the Source”) by the Bay Area Stormwater Management Agencies Association
(BASMAA), 1999; and Using Site Design Techniques to Meet Development
Standards for Stormwater Quality: A Companion Document to Start at the Source
(“Using Site Design Techniques”) by BASMAA, 2003.
28. Utilities: All on-site utilities shall be installed underground per Section 21.18.140 of
the Campbell Municipal Code for any new or remodeled buildings or additions.
Exhibit A - Conditions of Approval ~ 20 Alice Ave. (PLN-2020-4) Page 6
Applicant shall comply with all plan submittals, permitting, and fee requirements of
the serving utility companies.
Utility locations shall not cause damage to any existing street trees. Where there
are utility conflicts due to established tree roots or where a new tree will be installed,
alternate locations for utilities shall be explored. Include utility trench details where
necessary.
29. Water Meter(s) and Sewer Cleanout(s): Existing and proposed water meter(s) and
sewer cleanout(s) shall be relocated or installed on private property behind the
public right-of-way line.
30. Utility Coordination Plan: Prior to issuance of building permits for the site, the
applicant shall submit a utility coordination plan and schedule for approval by the
City Engineer for installation and/or abandonment of all utilities. The plan shall
clearly show the location and size of all existing utilities and the associated main
lines; indicate which utilities and services are to remain; which utilities and services
are to be abandoned, and where new utilities and services will be installed. Joint
trenches for new utilities shall be used whenever possible.
31. Pavement Restoration: The applicant shall restore the pavement in compliance with
City standard requirements. In the event that the roadway has recently received a
pavement treatment or reconstruction, the project will be subject to the City’s Street
Cut Moratorium. The applicant will be required to perform enhanced pavement
restoration consistent with the restoration requirements associated with the Street
Cut Moratorium. The City’s Pavement Maintenance Program website
(https://www.ci.campbell.ca.us/219) has detailed information on the streets currently
under moratorium and the enhanced restoration requirements.
32. Street Improvement Agreements / Plans / Encroachment Permit / Fees / Deposits:
Prior to issuance of any grading or building permits for the site, the applicant shall
execute a street improvement agreement, cause plans for public street
improvements to be prepared by a registered civil engineer, pay various fees and
deposits, post security and provide insurance necessary to obtain an encroachment
permit for construction of the standard public street improvements, as required by
the City Engineer. The plans shall include the following, unless otherwise approved
by the City Engineer:
a. Show location of all existing utilities within the existing public right of way
along Alice Avenue and the alley project frontages.
b. Remove and replace broken existing driveway apron and necessary sidewalk,
curb and gutter along Alice Avenue project frontage.
c. Remove and replace broken and uplifted sidewalk along Alice Avenue project
frontage. Sidewalk replacement should be from score mark to score mark.
d. Remove and replace broken curb along Alice Avenue project frontage
e. Install City approved 2 - 24 inch box Sapium sebiferiums aka chinese tallow
tree along. Alice Avenue project frontage. Spacing to be determined at
encroachment permit stage.
Exhibit A - Conditions of Approval ~ 20 Alice Ave. (PLN-2020-4) Page 7
f. Construction of conforms to existing public and private improvements, as
necessary.
g. Submit final plans in a digital format acceptable to the City.
33. Street Improvements Completed for Occupancy and Building Permit Final: Prior to
allowing occupancy and/or final building permit signoff for any and/or all buildings,
the applicant shall have the required street improvements installed and accepted by
the City, and the design engineer shall submit as-built drawings to the City.
34. Maintenance of Landscaping: Owner(s), current and future, are required to maintain
the landscaped park strip in the public right of way. This includes, but is not limited
to: lawn, plantings, irrigation, etc. Street trees shall not be pruned by the property
owner.
35. Utility Encroachment Permit: Separate encroachment permits for the installation of
utilities to serve the development will be required (including water, sewer, gas,
electric, etc.). Applicant shall apply for and pay all necessary fees for utility permits
for sanitary sewer, gas, water, electric and all other utility work.
36. Additional Street Improvements: Should it be discovered after the approval process
that new utility main lines, extra utility work or other work is required to service the
development, and should those facilities or other work affect any public
improvements, the City may add conditions to the development/project/permit, at the
discretion of the City Engineer, to restore pavement or other public improvements to
the satisfaction of the City.
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CityofCampbell
SuggestedMillsActAdditions
Date:3/18/20
To:HPBmembers,DanielFamaandMichaelShwe
From:MillsActSubcommittee–SusanBlakeandToddWalter
ThesubcommitteereviewedanumberofdifferentMillsActprogramsthroughoutCaliforniaCitiesandthe
followingareitemsthissubcommitteesuggeststobeincludedintherevisedCityofCampbellMillsActProgram.
Fees:Althoughthefeeshouldbedevelopedbythecitymostfeeswefoundwerearound$1,000andoneashigh
as$4,000.Somecitiesrequiredanannualfeetomanagethecontractperproperty.Campbellmaywantto
includeafeeforthe5yrinspectionorothercityrequiredservicestomaintaineachMillsActcontract.
Applicationdeadline:ManycitieshadoneortwotimesayearwhentheMillsActapplicationwasdue.We
suggestimplementingasimilarapproachbutCampbellwillneedtoreviewtheirtypicalstaffingrequirementsto
determinewhattimeeachyearwouldbethemostappropriateforaduedate,alongwithhowthiswillimpact
timeforHPBandCityCounciltoreviewtheapplication.
FAQ:ManycitieshadFAQandwesuggestincludingthisintheprogramtoassistowners.Onespecificitemto
includeisastatementthatdependinghowlongtheapplicanthasownedthepropertytheirprop13taxeswillbe
lowerthantheMillsActcalculationtherefore,applyingforthisprogramisnotwarranted.
ContractDuration:Mostcitieslisteda10yearcontractwiththeautomaticrenewalsothatthecontractwas
alwaysa10yearduration.Onecitysetthelimitto15yearsmax.Campbellandtheirlegalteamshouldreview
thisitemanddeterminewhatisappropriatethatstillmeetstheMillsActrequirements.
HRI/Register:AllcitiesrequiredthepropertytobedesignatedinordertoapplyfortheMillsAct.
Approvalprocess:Mostcitiesrequiretheapplicationtobesubmittedtoplanningforreview.Onceplanning
completedtheirreviewandfounditwasacceptabletherewasapublichearingtoreviewtheapplication.This
occurredeitheratthehistoriccommissionorsomecitieshadthisoccuratthecitycouncillevelwithnohistoric
commissionreview.SomecitiesrequiredapreͲinspectionwiththeapplicantandthecitywithinafewweeks
aftertheapplicationissubmitted.Thisappearstoassisttheownerandthecitytodetermineiftheproposed
scopeofworkmeetstheMillsActintentandthecitiesintentpriortoreviewingorapprovingtheapplication.We
feelthepreͲinspectionisagoodideaandwillassisteveryonebysettingabaselineofwhatthepropertylookslike
andthemostappropriateitemstoberehabilitated.Italsomakessensetocontinuewithourcurrentprocess
whichrequirestheapplicanttosubmittotheplanningdepartment,theyreviewforcompletenessandaccuracy,
thenHPBreviewsviaapublichearingandthenthefinalrecommendationgoestocitycouncilfortheirreview.
Requirements/ConditionsofApproval:MostcitiescitetheworktobedoneshallfollowtheSecretaryofInteriors
StandardsandtheydidnotlistspecificelementsliketheCampbellapplication.Mostcitiesalsoindicatethework
shallcoverhealthandsafetyitemssuchasfoundations,roofing,electrical,plumbingandmechanicalbutnotin
anygreatdetail.Wesuggestfollowingthissimilarapproachandremoveourcurrentprojectspecificlistfromthe
application.
Somecitiesalsoincludedarequirementregardingthemaxvalueoftheproperty.Housescouldnotexceed$1.5m
andcommercialpropertiescouldnotexceed$3m.Wemayormaynotwanttoincludesuchsimilarlanguage.
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Rehabilitation/MaintenancePlan:Allcitieshadsomesortofarequirementtoincludeaplanindicatingthe
proposedwork,whenitwillbecompletedandaprofessionalcostestimate.Somecitiesalsorequirephotosof
thestructureandtheareasofproposedwork.Theyalsorequiredasiteplanandsomerequiredproofthatall
previousandcurrentpermitswereclosed.
Priorityconsideration:Mostcitiesindicatedthefollowingwouldbethepriorityforconsiderationandwesuggest
followingtheseitemsaswell.
1.Structureindangerofdeteriorationorstructuralupgradesrequiringsubstantialrehabilitation.
2.Financialassistance.
3.Additionsdonotqualifyforprogram,sodonotsubmitthistypeofwork.
4._____________________________________________________________________________
5._____________________________________________________________________________
Oversite/Accountability:AsnotedabovesomecitiesrequireapreͲinspectionaspartoftheapplicationprocess.
Mostcitiesrequireannualreportsfromtheownerandperiodicinspectionsat5yearintervals.Onecityrequired
inspectionsevery2yearsupto10yearsandthenevery5yearsafterthefirst10years.WesuggestapreͲ
inspection,annualreportswithphotosandreceiptsforcompletedworkandinspectionsevery5years.
Whatfeaturesdoesthecontractcover(exterior/interior):AllcitiesstatedtheSecretaryofInteriorsStandards
isthebasisoftheprogramandincludesexteriorandinterior.Weneedtodiscussifweagreetheinteriorshould
beincluded?Somecitiesstatedthatlandscapewasincludedbutnotcostlyrehabilitation.Wehaveaheritage
treeprogramsowecanaddresstreesunderthisprogramandnotincludeitintheapplicationprocessunlesswe
feelthecostoftherepairsandmaintenanceofthetreesshouldbeallowedintheMillsAct?Again,weshould
discussifwefeelthisisappropriatetoincludeinourprogram.
Isanarchitectural/engineeringreportrequired:Onecityrequiredthisreportifstructuralrepairswereincluded
intheapplication.Wesuggesttheapplicantincludealetterstatingifanystructuralrepairsareincludedandthey
wouldsubmitplansandcalculationstothebuildingdepartmentasrequiredtoreceiveapermitiftheirMillsAct
applicationwasapproved.Thiswaytheydonothavetospendmoremoneyupfronttohaveanengineerprepare
areport,unlesstheapplicanthasanengineerreviewingtheirpropertypriortotheapplicationandrequestthey
provideasimpleletterstatingwhattheyfound.Thentheapplicantcanincludethisdocumentintheir
application.
Maximumnumberofcontractsawardedperyear:Somecitiessetalimitonthenumberofcontractstheywould
approveeachyear.ThisisopentodiscussionifCampbellshouldorneedstoaddthisprovisiontotheprogram.
Currentlytherearelessthan10contractsandnotmanyownershavesubmittedanapplicationovertheyearsso
limitingcontractsperyearmaynotbenecessary.
PreͲapplicationworkshoprequirement:Oncecityrequiredtheownerswhowereplanningtosubmitan
applicationattenda2hourworkshop.Wedonotsuggestaddingthistoourprogram,buttheinformationthat
wouldbeprovidedatthisworkshopmaybeusefulifweprovideditonourwebsitesopotentialapplicantscan
review.
Electronicsubmittal:Somecitieshadanonlineapplicationprocessandothersrequiredtheapplicationtobe
submittedviaathumbdrive,DVDorothersimilarelectronicprocess.Wesuggestimplementingthelatterso
Campbellcanbe“Green”andthedocumentswouldalreadybearchivedandeasytoaccess.
ApplicationpackagecheckͲofflist:Mostcitiesincludeanapplicationchecklisttoassisttheapplicantsin
preparingandsubmittingthecorrectdocuments.Weagreeachecklistshouldbeincludedinourapplication.
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Attachments:Oncetheaboveitemshavebeendiscussedandweagreewiththebroadpicturechangeswecan
thendiscussdetaileditemssuchastheproperformsandattachmentswewanttoincludeintherevised
application.
Other:
1.Shouldweincludelanguagethattheapplicantshouldspendroughlyequaltoorexceedthepropertytax
savings?
2.?
3.?