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CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS
FEBRUARY 23, 2010
500 S. "C" STREET
0 TUSTIN
BUILDING OUR FUTURE
HONORING OUR PAST
The property is improved with an "A" rated residential structure in the Victorian
Greek Revival style per the City of Tustin Historical Resources Survey (1990) and
has a NRHP Status Code: 3S per the Update to the Tustin Historical Resources
Survey (2003). The residence was converted to office use in 1999 pursuant to
Conditional Use Permit 98-026.
The proposed work involves tenant improvements for a dental office (C09-0484).
The majority of the work will be interior tenant improvements with some minor
exterior work involving upgrades to meet the Americans with Disabilities Act
requirements. The existing metal railing at the front porch will be extended and
clad with wood railing to match the materials and aesthetics of the building.
Upgrades to the accessible ramp and deck at the rear of the building (not visible
from the street) will also be completed. Two new exhaust air vents will be located
along the side of the house at 12 inches above grade level and screened by an
existing fence.
In accordance with Ordinance No. 1001 which was adopted June 20, 1988, by the
Tustin City Council, the Community Development Director has the authority to
approve, approve with conditions, or deny Certificates of Appropriateness for
improvements requiring a City building permit for property located within a Cultural
Resource District.
The Community Development Department finds and determines as follows:
A. The proposed work conforms to the Municipal Code and any applicable
design standards in that the proposed project meets zoning code and
building code requirements. The majority of the proposed work will consist
of interior tenant improvements.
B. The proposed work does not adversely affect the character of the District or
Designated Cultural Resources within the District in that: the proposed work
will improve the overall aesthetics of the property and is within the historical
context of the site.
C. The proposed work is harmonious with existing surroundings in that the
proposed work will enhance the appearance and functionality of the site
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Certificate of Appropriateness
500 S. "C St.
February 23, 2010
while still maintaining the historical context. The proposed work would not
cause a substantial change in the visual appearance of the site as the
majority of work is interior or not visible from the street.
The proposed work is hereby approved, subject to the following conditions:
1. Prior to the start of any work, the applicant shall obtain a building permit and
pay all applicable plan check and permit fees.
2. All new utilities shall be placed underground.
3. Prior to project final and occupancy, field inspection shall be conducted to
verify consistency with the approved set of plans.
Elizabeth A. Binsack
Community Development Director
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