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CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS
JUNE 7, 2010
705 W. MAIN STREET
(350 MYRTLE AVENUE)
0 TUSTIN
BUILDING OUR FUTURE
HONORING OUR PAST
The property is improved with an "C" rated residential structure in the Spanish
Colonial style per the City of Tustin Historical Resources Survey (1990) and has a
NRHP Status Code: 5131 per the Update to the Tustin Historical Resources Survey
(2003).
The proposed work involves the demolition of a two car garage and storage sheds,
and the construction of a new 750 square foot two car garage (C10-0095). The
existing garage and storage sheds are not mentioned within the City's Historical
Resources Survey. The new garage would be located in the same location as the
existing garage which is .to the rear of the residence and fronting along Myrtle
Avenue. There is an existing fence and gate along the Myrtle Avenue side yard of
the property which will screen the majority of the garage. The proposed garage will
be of the same architectural style as the existing residence and garage with
materials and finishes to match those existing as closely as possible.
Section 9252i1 of the Tustin City Code requires findings to be made prior to
demolishing any structures constructed prior to 1940 and located within the
Cultural Resources (CR) district. The applicant has provided written and
photographic evidence of the dilapidated state of the existing garage and sheds.
The applicant has noted that it would be impossible to repair the damage to the
structure without rebuilding the garage. Furthermore the applicant contends that
the reconstruction or restoration of the existing garage is not feasible to bring it
up to a functioning garage and meet building codes.
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.
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Certificate of Appropriateness
750 W. Main St.
June 7, 2010
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
while still maintaining the historical context. The proposed work would not
cause a substantial change in the visual appearance of the site as the
proposed garage would replace a garage of the same architectural style and
would be in the same location.
D. Reconstruction or restoration of the existing garage and storage sheds is not
economically feasible or practical.
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