HPB-Outstanding Historic Prop - 2008ITEM N0.4 (new business)
STAFF REPORT-HISTORIC PRESERVATION BOARD
MEETING OF MAY 28, 2008
PLN2008-92 Consideration for recognition of Outstanding Historic Property
Sutherland, William Maintenance for 61 Catalapa Lane (PLN2008-92) located in a R-1-6
& Merrill (Single-Family Residential) Zoning District.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
That the Historic Preservation Board take the following action:
Adopt a resolution, approving 61 Catalpa Lane for recognition of Outstanding Historic
Property Maintenance 2008.
DISCUSSION
This historic property, known as the E.R. Kennedy House, is a recognized City of Campbell
Landmark. Built in 1930 by Russell and Bessie Kenney, this house is a stunning example of
Spanish Colonial Revival architecture. The two story house is signified by white-wash stucco
siding and dramatic red-tiled hipped roofing. Other notable architectural features include flat,
paned sash type windows with molded trim, arched doors and window facades, decorative wall
tiling, wrought-iron elements, and a flagstone entryway leading to a front veranda.
After the passing of the Kennedy's, the house was purchased and occupied in 1960 by Courtland
Watson and Jeanette Gomes Watson, first female City of Campbell councilmember. In 2006, the
house was purchases by its current owners, William and Merrill Sutherland. The Sutherlands
have since brought the house into public view by removing and trimming much of the shrubbery
that had previously concealed the house from the street; enhanced the property landscaping with
the addition of a new lawn and foliage, and the pruning of existing redwood trees; and preserved
and enhanced the exterior facade of the building by highlighting the decorative the work and
wrought iron detailing.
ANALYSIS
Staff is supportive of recognition for Outstanding Historic Property Maintenance for 61 Catalpa
Lane based on the following findings:
1. The property is a designated Landmark on the City of Campbell Historic Resource
Inventory, and so therein is recognized and identified by the City of Campbell as a
significant property for its architectural integrity, and civic and historic importance;
2. That the property owners of 61 Catalpa Lane have faithfully preserved and maintained
the historic integrity of the Landmark known as the E.R. Kennedy House;
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PLN2008-92 - 61 Catalpa Ln.
3. That the building and site maintenance described herein have furthered the purpose and
intent of the Historic Preservation Ordinance of the City of Campbell and the policies and
goals of the Historic Preservation Board; and
4. That recognizing the effort and measures taken by the property owners of 61 Catalpa
Lane will further the preservation of this recognized landmark.
Attachments
1. Historic Resource Inventory Sheet, dated May 1986 (updated July 2007).
2. Historic Preservation Board Resolution No. 2008-04.
3. Ceremonial Resolution.
Prepared by:
ng Lin ,
Acting Community Development Director
RESOLUTION N0.2008-04
BEING A RESOLUTION OF THE HISTORIC PERSEVERATION
BOARD OF THE CITY OF CAMPBELL BESTOWING
RECOGNITION OF 61 CATALPA LANE LOCATED IN THE R-1-6
(SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENITAL) ZONING DISTRICT FOR
OUTSTANDING HISTORIC PROPERTY MAINTENANCE 2008.
APPLICATION OF THE CITY OF CAMPBELL FILE NO. PLN2008-
92
After notification and public hearing, as specified by law, and after presentation by the
Community Development Director, proponents and opponents, the hearing was closed.
After due consideration of all evidence presented, the Historic Perseveration Board did
find as follows, with respect to PLN2008-92:
1. The property is a designated Landmark on the City of Campbell Historic Resource
Inventory, and so therein is recognized and identified by the City of Campbell as a
significant property for its architectural integrity, and civic and historic importance;
2. That the property owners of 61 Catalpa Lane have faithfully preserved and
maintained the historic integrity of the Landmark known as the E.R. Kennedy
House;
3. That the building and site maintenance described herein have furthered the purpose
and intent of the Historic Preservation Ordinance of the City of Campbell and the
policies and goals of the Historic Preservation Board; and
4. That recognizing the effort and measures taken by the property owners of 61
Catalpa Lane will further the preservation of this recognized landmark.
Based on the foregoing findings of fact, the Historic Preservation Board further finds and
concludes that:
1. That the maintenance performed by the property owners of 61 Catalpa Lane is of a
quality and caliber to give good reason for the City of Campbell to recognize it as
outstanding; and that
2. No substantial evidence has been presented from which a reasonable argument
could be made that shows that Outstanding Historic Property Renovation
recognition will have a significant adverse impact on the environment.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Historic Perseveration Board bestows
Outstanding Historic Property Maintenance recognition (PLN2008-92) upon property
owned by William and Merrill Sutherland located at 61 Catalpa Lane.
HPB RESOLUTION N0.2008-03
PLN2008-04 ~ 207 N. Central Avenue -Outstanding Historic Property Maintenance
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PASSED AND ADOPTED this day of , by the following roll call vote:
AYES: BOARD MEMBERS:
NOES: BOARD MEMBERS:
ABSENT: BOARD MEMBERS:
ABSTAIN: BOARD MEMBERS:
APPROVED:
Joelle Hernandez, Chair
ATTEST:
Jackie C. Young Lind, Secretary
WHEREAS, the residence on the property located at 61 Catalpa Lane is a designated
Landmark on the City of Campbell Historic Resource Inventory;
WHEREAS, this designated Landmark is known as the E.R. Kennedy House;
WHEREAS, this designated Landmark has been faithfully and dutifully maintained;
WHEREAS, this designated Landmark was nominated for Outstanding Historic Property
Maintenance by the Historic Preservation Board;
WHEREAS, the Historic Preservation Board approved Outstanding Historic Property
Maintenance recognition for the maintenance of this property completed in 2008;
WHEREAS, the City of Campbell recognizes the substantial social, environmental, and
civic importance of historic preservation; and has adopted a Historic Preservation
Ordinance to protect and recognize historic and significant properties and structures;
WHEREAS, the protection and recognition of the City's Landmarks and Historically
Significant Properties enhances and preserves Campbell's history and character; and
WHEREAS, this year is the City of Campbell's sixth Anniversary as a Certified Local
Government, which is a state recognition for local governments that actively identify,
register, and preserve historic properties, and
WHEREAS, this month, the month of May, is the fourth annual celebration of National
Historic Preservation Month.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Historic Preservation Board and the
City of Campbell express their sincerest appreciation to William and Merrill Sutherland
for their outstanding care and maintenance of this beautiful and significant landmark
property, and congratulate them on the first formal recognition of a private property for
Outstanding Historic Property Maintenance in the City of Campbell.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 28'h day of May, 2008, by acclamation.
APPROVED:
JoElle Hernandez, Chair
ATTEST:
Jackie C. Young Lind, Secretar