TO: Chair and Members of the Design Review Committee
THRU: Chad Ortlieb, Principal Planner
FROM: Ani Mnatsakanyan, Associate Planner - Historic Preservation
1. SUBJECT
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A proposal for a new addition at the side of an existing historic residence, located at 814 E. Ferndale Avenue (Design Review No. 5111-23) (Continued from March 20, 2024).
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2. SUMMARY
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The applicant proposes a 158 square foot bathroom and closet addition at the east elevation of an existing single-story historic residence. The project was continued from the February 7, 2024 DRC hearing.
3. RECOMMENDED ACTION
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Approval by the Design Review Committee.
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4. BACKGROUND INFORMATION
Applicant: Kyle Digiantonio/ RVM Construction
Owner: Jacob and Dana Copenhaver
Property Location: 814 E. Ferndale Avenue
General Plan Designation: Low Density Residential (LDR)
Zoning Classification: Single Family Residential (R-1-8)
Existing Development: Single-story residence with a low-pitched front facing gabled roof and an attached garage. The property is a contributor to the to the Fairmeadow Eichler tract.
Associated Application: None.
Previous DRC Project Review: The project was reviewed on February 7, 0224. The DRC continued the project to provide the applicant additional time to respond to the Committee's feedback.
5. PROJECT DESCRIPTION
The proposed addition was first reviewed by the Design Review Committee (DRC) on February 7, 2024. The DRC continued the item to allow for the applicant to make design revisions in response to committee member comments.
The revised proposal includes:
* A 158 square foot addition at the east (side) elevation of the residence towards the rear of the structure. The addition will be clad in Eichler siding and will be inset 1 foot at the rear (south) elevation. There will be a new fixed transom window at the south elevation. The fascia will be offset by three feet. The existing window will be salvaged and reused at the east elevation...
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