TO: Chair and Members of the Design Review Committee
THRU: Chad Ortlieb, Principal Planner
FROM: Ryan Agbayani, Associate Planner
1. SUBJECT
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A request to construct an addition to and remodel of an existing one-story single-family dwelling at 1791 N. Ridgewood Street in the Fairmeadow Eichler Historic District (Design Review No. 5142-24).
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2. SUMMARY
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The applicant proposes to construct an addition to and remodel of an existing one-story single-family dwelling at 1791 N. Ridgewood Street in the Fairmeadow Eichler Historic District. The proposed modifications are intended to restore the historic integrity of the original Eichler home to become eligible for designation as a contributor to the historic district.
3. RECOMMENDED ACTION
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Approval by the Design Review Committee.
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4. BACKGROUND INFORMATION
Property Owner: Syed Danish Ahmed
Applicant: Robert Imboden (JANUS)
Property Location: 1791 N. Ridgewood Street
General Plan Designation: Low Density Residential (LDR)
Zoning Classification: Single-Family Residential 8,000 sq ft (R-1-8)
Existing Development: One-story single-family dwelling with attached two-car garage
Associated Application: None
Previous DRC Project Review: None
5. PROJECT DESCRIPTION
The applicant proposes to reverse a number of changes that have occurred to the residence over time, and restore previously altered character defining features so the property will become eligible for designation as a contributor to the Faimeadow Eichler Historic District. In summary, the proposed scope of work includes:
* 255 sq ft addition at the south fa?ade
* Removal of the existing altered raised masonry planter, and restoration to the original design
* Removal of the non-historic stone veneer from all fa?ades of the home
* Removal of the existing non-historic windows and exterior doors and installation of aluminum sash replacements to more closely resemble the original features
* Removal of the existi...
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