HomeMy WebLinkAbout2026-01-08 Historic Resources Board Agenda PacketHISTORIC RESOURCES BOARD
Regular Meeting
Thursday, January 08, 2026
Council Chambers & Hybrid
8:30 AM
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1.Historic Resources Board Schedule of Meetings and Assignments
ACTION ITEMS
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minutes per speaker.
2.Select Award Categories and Recipients for Historic Resources Board Awards. CEQA
Status: Not a Project.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
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3.Approval of Historic Resources Board Draft Minutes of November 13, 2025
BOARD MEMBER QUESTIONS, COMMENTS, ANNOUNCEMENTS OR FUTURE MEETINGS AND
AGENDAS
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Item No. 1. Page 1 of 1
Historic Resources Board
Staff Report
From: Planning and Development Services Director
Lead Department: Planning and Development Services
Meeting Date: January 8, 2026
Report #: 2512-5787
TITLE
Historic Resources Board Schedule of Meetings and Assignments
RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends the Historic Resources Board (HRB) review and comment as appropriate.
BACKGROUND
Attached is the HRB meeting schedule and attendance record for the calendar year. This is
provided for informational purposes. If individual Boardmembers anticipate being absent from
a future meeting, it is requested that it be brought to staff’s attention when considering this
item.
No action is required by the HRB for this item.
ATTACHMENTS
Attachment A: 2026 HRB Meeting Schedule & Assignments
AUTHOR/TITLE:
HRB Liaison1 & Contact Information
Steven Switzer, Senior Historic Planner
(650) 329-2321
Steven.Switzer@PaloAlto.gov
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Item 1 Staff Report
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Historic Resources Board
2026 Meeting Schedule & Assignments
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2026 Meeting Schedule
Meeting Dates Time Location Status Planned Absences
1/8/2026 8:30 AM Hybrid Regular
2/12/2026 8:30 AM Hybrid Regular
3/12/2026 8:30 AM Hybrid Regular
4/9/2026 8:30 AM Hybrid Regular
5/14/2026 8:30 AM Hybrid Regular
6/11/2026 8:30 AM Hybrid Regular
7/9/2026 8:30 AM Hybrid Regular
8/13/2026 8:30 AM Hybrid Regular
9/10/2026 8:30 AM Hybrid Regular
10/8/2026 8:30 AM Hybrid Regular
11/12/2026 8:30 AM Hybrid Regular
12/10/2025 8:30 AM Hybrid Regular
Item 1
Attachment A - 2026 HRB
Meeting Schedule &
Assignments
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Item No. 2. Page 1 of 3
Historic Resources Board
Staff Report
From: Planning and Development Services Director
Lead Department: Planning and Development Services
Meeting Date: January 8, 2026
Report #: 2512-5735
TITLE
Select Award Categories and Recipients for Historic Resources Board Awards. CEQA Status: Not
a Project.
RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends the Historic Resources Board (HRB):
1. Discuss the HRB Awards, including evaluation criteria and possible awards categories;
Review eligible/completed projects for the 2025 awards;
2. Decide on the award winners.
BACKGROUND
On August 8, 2024, at the HRB retreat, Goal #5 was added to the HRB Work Plan to establish a
HRB Awards Program.1 On October 21, 2024, City Council approved the HRB 24/25 Work Plan.2
Following this, the HRB held meetings on November 14, 2024,3 February 13, 2025,4 March 13,
2025,5 April 10, 2025,6 and November 13, 2025,7 to discuss how to implement a HRB Awards
Program.
1 August 8, 2024, HRB Meeting Agenda Item 2:
https://cityofpaloalto.primegov.com/Portal/Meeting?meetingTemplateId=14031
2 HRB 24/25 Work Plan is available online: https://www.cityofpaloalto.org/files/assets/public/v/2/agendas-
minutes-reports/agendas-minutes/historic resources-board/council-approved-hrb-work-plan-fy-24-25.pdf
3 November 14, 2024, HRB Meeting Agenda Item 3:
https://cityofpaloalto.primegov.com/Portal/Meeting?meetingTemplateId=14073
4 February 13, 2025, HRB Meeting Agenda Item 3:
https://cityofpaloalto.primegov.com/Portal/Meeting?meetingTemplateId=15762
5 March 13, 2025, HRB Meeting Agenda Item 2:
https://cityofpaloalto.primegov.com/Portal/Meeting?meetingTemplateId=16638
6 April 10, 2025, HRB Meeting Agenda Item 2:
https://cityofpaloalto.primegov.com/Portal/Meeting?meetingTemplateId=16645
7 November 13, 2025, HRB Meeting Agenda Item 2:
https://cityofpaloalto.primegov.com/Portal/Meeting?meetingTemplateId=16694
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Item 2 Staff Report
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Item No. 2. Page 2 of 3
DISCUSSION
Since the last meeting, the list of 159 projects (Attachment A) was grouped into five different
areas of the City to allow the current board members to conduct site or “drive by” visits of
properties prior to this discussion. The goal of this meeting is to further narrow the list of
projects down and decide on winning projects. Each board member should come ready to the
hearing with information about a handful of projects they would like to nominate.
Evaluation Criteria and Process
On November 13, 2025, the HRB discussed the following nine (9) award categories to evaluate
and review the 159 projects in Attachment A.
GENERAL
1. Board Choice
RESIDENTIAL
2. Preservation
3. Rehabilitation
4. Restoration
5. Small Projects
COMMERCIAL
6. Preservation
7. Rehabilitation
8. Restoration
9. Adaptive Reuse
Projects that do not fit neatly within the defined residential and commercial categories but
meet preservation-related criteria could be captured in the board’s choice award.
Timing and Frequency of Awards
The HRB Awards will be held in May during National Preservation Month, with the awards
occurring every five years, except for the 2025 HRB Awards, which will take place in May 2026.
NEXT STEPS
Staff suggests that the HRB review the revised list and photos detailed in the presentation of
this item to determine what projects are award winning and what categories of awards should
be given. The HRB may also wish to consult past HRB members to assist in the selection and
write-ups of award winners. Staff typically contacts the award winners with an official letter
and prepares the proclamation for Council.
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
The subject review involves no discretionary action and is therefore not a project and not
subject to review pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).
ATTACHMENTS
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Item 2 Staff Report
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Item No. 2. Page 3 of 3
Attachment A: HRB Project List
AUTHOR/TITLE:
HRB Liaison15 & Contact Information
Steven Switzer, Senior Historic Planner
(650) 329-2321
Steven.Switzer@PaloAlto.gov
15 Emails can be sent directly to the HRB using the following address: HRB@PaloAlto.gov
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Item 2 Staff Report
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HRB Project List
Address APN Status Description Historic
Categor Permit #Date
Open
Date
Issued
1 1456 EDGEWOOD DR 003-11-038 Finaled
RESIDENTIAL REMODEL 1ST AND 2ND FLOOR ALL INTERIOR. NEW
CEILING TREATMENT 1ST FLOOR KITCHEN. ADDING (N) WALLS ON 2ND
FLOOR. PARTIAL WALL INFILL TO CREATE A DOORWAY ACCESS.
PLUMBING UPDATES TO BATHROOM ON 2ND FLOOR (186 SF)
Category 2;
Considered for
the NRHP in
1998-evaluation
details on DPR
form
17000-02103 9/5/2017 11/27/2017
2 1474 EDGEWOOD DR 003-11-041 Finaled NEW (260 SF) DETACHED SHED AT REAR OF PROPERTY
Category 2;
Deemed eligible
for the NRHP in
1998; Eligible for
the CRHR due to
eligibility for the
NRHP
19000-02745 10/25/2019 5/19/2020
3 1490 EDGEWOOD DR 003-11-043 Finaled
REMODEL TWO BATHROOMS REPLACE EXISTING BUILDING IN
BATHROOM ONE ADD TWO SKY LIGHTS REPLACE EXISTING WINDOWS
IN BATHROOM THREE WITH NEW LARGER WINDOW ADD TWO NEW
SKYLIGHTS BATHROOM THREE
Category 3 19000-01414 6/11/2019 12/17/2020
4 790 HIGH ST 120-27-078 HR Minor
Staff
Request by Christienne Hadley of Wilbur Properties, on behalf of Michael
Fowle, for Minor Architectural Review to allow exterior paint on an existing
Category 3 historic building in the RT-35 zoning district.
16PLN-00371
5 900 HIGH ST 120-28-049 Finaled VOLUNTARY ACCESSIBILITY UPGRADE - EXTERIOR PATH OF TRAVEL AND
RESTROOM TO MEET ACCESSIBILITY REQUIREMENT
Category 2;
SOFA II
Determined
Historic
Resource
(Designation
does not apply to
904)
21BLD-01249 5/24/2021 7/2/2021
6 2118 OBERLIN ST 137-03-083 Finaled
NEW 2394 SQ FT SINGLE STORY SFR WITH 1746 SQ FT HABITABLE
BASEMENT. 152 SQ FT PORCHES/PATIOS, 123 SQ FT LIGHTWELLS, (1)
TANKLESS WATER HEATER AND (1) GAS FIREPLACE, (1) A/C UNIT IN SIDE
YARD. (11/17/14: address changed processed, previous address was 2114
& 2124 Oberlin) 12/16/14 ATTACHED GARAGE CHANGED TO DETACHED.
Category 3 14000-01650 6/26/2014 1/28/2015
7 1230 PARKINSON AV 003-45-077 Finaled
ADDITION/REMODEL. SCOPE OF WORK INCLUDES 1254 SF BASEMENT
ADDITION 157 SF SECOND FLOOR ADDITION AND REMODEL HOUSE
2342 SF. REDUCTION IN FIRST FLOOR AREA 56SF, REDUCE THE SIZE OF
THE EXISTING GARAGE TO 220SF
Category 3 2255 & 1700 9/22/2017 1/23/2018
8 541 RAMONA ST 120-26-066 Permit
Issued
TI AND U&O FOR NEW TENANT "THE PRO." SCOPE INCLUDES
RENOVATING EXISTING FIRST FLOOR AND EXISTING MEZANINE LEVEL
WITH ASSOCIATED MEPS.
Category 4;
Ramona St
District
23BLD-02502 9/14/2023 7/9/2024
9 1001 RAMONA ST 120-29-001 Finaled VOLUNTARY SEISMIC RETROFIT PER STANDARD PLAN SET A.Category 3;
Professorville 24BLD-01966 7/11/2024 7/22/2024
10 1029 RAMONA ST 120-29-025 Finaled RESIDENTIAL PV SYSTEM 6.37 KW ON 19 MODULES Professorville 15000-02614 10/2/2015 10/2/2015
11 1040 RAMONA ST 120-29-032 Finaled NEW DETACHED GARAGE (223 SF) Professorville 16000-02235 9/6/2016 10/21/2016
12 1048 RAMONA ST 120-29-033 Finaled
REPLACE 6 WINDOWS AND 1 GARDEN DOOR WITH 4 RETROFIT WOOD
WINDOWS, 2 RETROFIT VINYL WINDOWS, AND ONE RETROFIT VINYL
GARDEN DOOR. THESE ARE NOT ORIGINAL WINDOWS THAT ARE BEING
REPLACED.(PER AMY FRENCH).
Category 4;
Professorville 18000-01823 7/9/2018 7/9/2018
13 1102 RAMONA ST 120-29-035 Finaled VOLUNTARY SEISMIC RETROFIT PER STANDARD PLAN SET A. Professorville 24BLD-01967 7/11/2024 7/24/2024
14 1106 RAMONA ST 120-29-036 Finaled NEW DETACHED SINGLE GARAGE (336 SF) Professorville 16000-02957 11/23/2016 2/21/2017
15 1116 RAMONA ST 120-29-038 Finaled REMODEL OF (E) DETACHED GARAGE (189 SF) RE-ROOF, SIDING, DOORS
AND ELECTRICAL.Professorville 19000-00447 2/22/2019 1/8/2020
16 1125 RAMONA ST 120-29-019 Finaled REMOVE (E) DETACHED GARAGE (196 SF) FROM (E) SLAB AT FRONT OF
LOT AND RELOCATE TO OPPOSITE CORNER AT REAR OF LOT Professorville 15000-00719 3/23/2015 5/21/2015
17 528 RAMONA ST 120-26-070 Finaled
COMM TI (EMERSON COLLECTIVE): EXISTING FIRM OFFICE TENANT
IMPROVEMENT 2200SF. REMODEL ON THE THIRD FLOOR INCLUDES
SELECT DEMOLITION OF NON-STRUCTURAL PARTITIONS, CEILING,
MILLWORK, AND FINISHES. CONSTRUCTION OF NEW MILLWORK,
CEILINGS, AND FINISHES.
Category 2;
Ramona St
District
23BLD-01001 5/1/2023 8/14/2023
18 535 RAMONA ST 120-26-067 HR Minor
Staff
Request for an Architectural Review and a Historic Review to allow for the
relocation of electrical service equipment into a existing electrical closet at
535 Ramona Street. The project also proposes the removal of an existing
planter, the installation of new code compliant electrical closet doors,
repainting the rear of the building, and the installation of a new awning over
an existing building entrance. Environmental Assessment: Pending. Zone
District: CD-C(GF)(P) (Downtown Commercial). For more information
contact project planner Graham Owen: Graham.Owen@cityofpaloalto.org
17PLN-00385
19 819 RAMONA ST 120-28-121 HR Minor
Staff
PUBLIC HEARING / QUASI-JUDICIAL. 819 Ramona Street [21PLN-00015]:
Request for Historic Resources Board Review of a Minor Architectural
Review Application for Consistency with the Secretary of Interior Standards.
The Project Includes the Installation of a new Ridge Skylight and Four New
Windows at the Rear Elevation at the AME Zion Church, Classified as a
Local Historic Resource Category III. Zone District: AMF (MUO).
Environmental Assessment: Exempt from the California Environmental
Quality Act per Sections 15331 (Historical Resource Rehabilitation). For
More Information Contact the Project Planner Danielle Condit at
danielle.condit@cityofpaloalto.org.
21PLN-00015
Item 2
Attachment A - HRB Project
List
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HRB Project List
Address APN Status Description Historic
Categor Permit #Date
Open
Date
Issued
20 935 RAMONA ST 120-28-065 Finaled
COMPLETE REMODEL 2-STORY SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE 2180SF AND
COMPLETE BASEMENT REPLACEMENT 1665SF. (NEW DETACHED
CARPORT 200SF UNDER 15-CCCC)
None (Removed
from Historic
Inventory Cat 4
by CC
01/09/2012)
15000-01993 7/30/2015 12/21/2015
21 1229 STANFORD AV 137-06-010 Finaled INSTALLATION OF STAIRCASE FROM FIRST FLOOR TO BASEMENT AND
INSTALLATION OF A DOOR IN THE BASEMENT.Category 2 21BLD-01834 7/23/2021 8/13/2021
22 1410 TASSO ST 120-08-053 HR Minor
Staff
Request by Heather Young of Fergus Garber Young Architects on behalf of
Payam and Karina Etminani for Individual Review to allow for a proposed
renovation, addition and a basement to an existing two story Category 4
Historic Home. The addition is located at the rear of the home with minor
alterations to the front façade. Zone District R-1.
16PLN-00256
23 2340 TASSO ST 124-11-011 Finaled
RESIDENTIAL ADDITION (689 SF) AND REMODEL (1188 SF). ADDITION TO
1ST FL TO INCLUDE BEDROOM AND DINNING AREAS. 2ND FL TO
INCLUDE BATHROOM AND BEDROOMS. REMODEL ON 1ST FL TO
INCLUDE CONVERTED BEDROOM, BATHROOM, DINNING AREA, PANTRY,
FAMILY AREA AND KITCHEN. UPDATED LIGHTING THROUGHOUT, NEW
HEATING SYSTEM, RELOCATED GAS METER, NEW TANKLESS WATER
HEATER, ELECTRICAL SERVICE UPGRADE (400 AMP) NEW A/C, NEW
SKYLIGHTS AND RELOCATED WASHER DRYER APPLIANCES. EXTERIOR
IMPROVEMENTS TO INCLUDE EVSE (LEVEL 2 / 40 AMP) PATIO DOOR
OVERHANG, WINDOW REPLACEMENT, 2ND FL SKYLIGHT AND PARTIAL
RE-ROOF. ***21REV-00001: REVISION TO INCLUDE (N) DRAINAGE
SYSTEM FOR HOUSE AND ADU. R.O. 1/4/2021***
Category 2;
Found CRHR
Eligible by Page
Turnbull;
20200109
20000-00745 5/4/2020 9/17/2020
24 2510 WAVERLEY ST 132-12-010 Finaled
RES: REMODEL (787 SF) UPDATED KITCHEN, OWNER BATHROOM WITH
MODIFIED WALL LAYOUT, BATHROOM 1 AND 2. RELOCATE POWDER
ROOM TO BREEZEWAY/HALLWAY. CREATE (N) CLOSET AT ENTRY. ADD
MECH ROOM AND LAUNDRY IN GARAGE. WINDOW AND DOOR
REPLACEMENT THROUGHOUT. REPLACE LIGHTING THROUGHOUT.
NEW RADIANT HEATING AND WH SYSTEM. ADD (N) TANKLESS WATER
HEATER AND UPGRADE ELECTRICAL SERVICE TO 400 AMPS.
Category 2 21BLD-02201 8/31/2021 12/14/2022
25 502 WAVERLEY ST 120-15-065 Finaled
OWNER IMPROVEMENTS (9,515 SF) TO INCLUDE BUILD OUT OF ENTRY,
2ND AND 3RD FLOOR. ADD (N) ADA GURNEY ACCESSIBLE ELEVATOR, (N)
EXIT STAIR AT THE ALLEY SIDE OF THE BUILDING AS WELL AS A (N)
FRONT INTERIOR SPACE. MODIFY ROOF TO ACCOMMODATE (N)
ELEVATOR OVER-RUN, RTUS, AND SKYLIGHTS.
Category 3 22BLD-03097 12/13/2022 5/1/2023
26 526 WAVERLEY ST 120-15-083 HR Major
Board
Board Level Historic Review and Architectural Review for Removal of
existing one-story addition at rear of building. and installation of fence and
shade structure. Replacement of existing elevator with new. Installation of
new interior stair, modifications to second floor and partitions. New front
door. Relocation of electric and gas service, upgrading of existing HVAC
equipment, installation of fire sprinklers, new lighting. New ADA restroom.
New signage. Environmental Assessment: Exempt from the California
Environmental Quality Act per Sections 15301 (Existing Facilities) and
15331 (Historic Resources Rehabilitation)
21PLN-00318
27 959 WAVERLEY ST 120-17-059 HR Minor
Staff
Request by Lauren Goldman on behalf of Mike & Alana Popek for Home
Improvement Exception (HIE) review to construct a 54 square foot first-
story addition and 298 square feet basement addition to an existing two-
story single-family residence.
15PLN-00261
28 2130 YALE ST 137-01-065 Finaled
RESIDENTIAL REROOF, COMP SHINGLES O/ (E) SHEATHING (19
SQUARES). REBUILD ( E) LANDING AND STAIRS AT THE BACK, AND ADD
OUTLETS IN THE ATTIC.
Category 3 18000-01364 5/21/2018 5/21/2018
29 2310 YALE ST 137-01-108 Finaled
REMOVE ROOF ON REAR APARTMENT OF HOUSE REPLACE WITH
SLOPING ROOF, RELOCATE FURNACE TO NEW ATTIC SPACE, REMOVE
OLD CLOSET AND FURNACE AREA TO ENLARGE THE KITCHEN
Category 3;
On the NRHP
(Kee House -
built in 1889 it's
the oldest intact
house in Palo
Alto)
18000-01812 7/6/2018 6/21/2019
1 236 CHURCHILL AV 124-16-059 HR Minor
Staff
Request for Individual Review Application for rear expansion of Existing two-
Story 2,000 Square Foot Home and Construction of a two-Story
approximately 3,450 square foot home with an expansion of the existing
basement and a new detached two-story garage with the study above, and
new landscaping. No change to the street-facing facade.
Category 4 Contributing Building- Historic Review of IR Application.
Environmental Assessment: The proposed project is exempt from the
provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) in accordance
with Guideline Section 15301 (Existing Facilities). Zoning District: R-1
(Single Family Residential). For More Information Contact the Project
Planner
Category 4 20PLN-00148
2 263 CHURCHILL AV 124-16-022 Finaled RES: BUILD DETACHED GARAGE (292 SF) Category 4 23BLD-00380 2/17/2023 12/5/2023
3 305 CHURCHILL AV 124-07-052 Finaled
INTERIOR WORK: AREA OF REMODEL (2000 SF), REMOVE (E) REAR STARI
FROM MAIN TO UPPER LEVELS, RECONFIGURE STAIR FROM UPPER TO
ATTIC LVL, RELOCATE POWER ROOM TO PORTION OF (E) SITING ROOM.
RECONFIGURE (E) KITCHEN, BUTLER'S PANTRY, & AREA VACATED BY
REAR STAIR & POWER INTO NEW GREAT ROOM & KITCHEN. INSTALL
NEW INTERIOR RESIDENTIAL ELEVATOR, ELEVATOR SHAFT ADJACENT
TO NEW POWER EXTERIOR: REMOVE WINDOW AT (E) BUTLER'S PANTRY
AND REPLACE/RELOCATE REAR WINDOW & FRENCH DOORS IN (E)
KITCHEN. REMOVE (2) WINDOWS AT (E) UPPER LVL LANDING, AND NEW
DOOR
Category 2 16000-00678 3/23/2016 5/27/2016
Item 2
Attachment A - HRB Project
List
Packet Pg. 10
HRB Project List
Address APN Status Description Historic
Categor Permit #Date
Open
Date
Issued
4 340 COLERIDGE AV 124-08-019 Permit
Issued
RES: 2-STORY SFR WITH BASEMENT, AND ATTACHED GARAGE. TO
INCLUDE HEAT PUMP, HEAT PUMP WATER HEATER, OUTDOOR KITCHEN
AND 400 AMP ELECTRICAL SERVICE.
Found Not CRHR
Eligible by Page
Turnbull;
20201221
21BLD-02434 9/27/2021 6/21/2022
5 345 COLERIDGE AV 124-07-007 Permit
Issued
NEW DETACHED GARAGE, POWDER ROOM, GENERATOR ROOM,
ELECTRICAL CLOSET AND EQUIPMENT PAD (CMU WALLS IN LOUVERS)
(1169 SF) SEPARATE PLAN DOCUMENTS REQUIRED UNDER THIS
PERMIT***All of the documents for this revision is under 22REV-00317***
Category 3 22BLD-01483 6/6/2022 10/6/2022
6 232 COLERIDGE AV 124-17-013 Finaled
PROJECT ENTITLEMENT THROUGH 20PLN-00424. RESIDENTIAL,
CATEGORY 4 HISTORIC, MAJOR REMODEL BASEMENT AND 2-STORY
3,291 SF AND ADDITION 2,505 SF. INCLUDES NEW LANDSCAPE WITH
CONTROLLED GATE AND TRASH ENCLOSURE AND BOCCE COURT
DESIGN AND UTITLIES UPGRADES. DEMO 459 SF DETACHED GARAGE
UNDER 20-2469, NEW 671 SF DETACHED GARAGE UNDER PERMIT 20-
2468, NEW 900 SF ADU UNDER 20-2467. NEW PAVILLION UNDER 20-
2474. (SWIMMING POOL AND SPA TO BE SEPARATE PERMIT
APPLICATION) Do not issue the building permit until the grading permit is
approved and ready for issuance.
Category 4 20000-02466 12/3/2020 4/6/2021
7 301 COLERIDGE AV 124-07-008 Finaled PNEUMATIC ELEVATOR FROM FIRST TO SECOND FLOOR IN RESIDENCE.
RELOCATE DRYER.Category 4 21BLD-02354 9/21/2021 3/8/2022
8 375 COLERIDGE AV 124-07-006 Finaled ENCLOSE COVERED PATIO 60 SF Category 3 21BLD-02219 9/2/2021 11/15/2022
9 512 COLERIDGE AV 124-02-001 Finaled
RESIDENTIAL EXTENSIVE REMODEL OF EXISTING 2-STORY HOUSE (3946
SF), NEW 1ST FLOOR ADDITION (559 SF), EXPAND BASEMENT (1775 SF)
NEW DETACHED GARAGE (249 SF)
Category 3 1623 & 1800 6/18/2018 9/6/2018
10 27 CRESCENT DR 003-09-010 Finaled
MAIN HOUSE COSMETIC REFURBISHMENT OF INTERNAL FINISHES
INCLUDING UPDATING EXISTING EN-SUITE TO BEDROOM 1, ADDITION
OF EN-SUITE TO BEDROOM 3, NEW/ADDITIONAL LED LIGHTING AND
POWER RECEPTICALS.
UNDER SEPARATE PERMIT CASITA / ADU - COSMETIC REFURBISHMENT
OF INTERNAL FINISHES, NEW LIGHTING AND RECEPTACLE LOCATIONS.
CASITA / ADU - COSMETIC REFURBISHMENT OF INTERNAL FINISHES,
NEW LIGHTING AND RECEPTACLE LOCATIONS. UNDERS SEPARATE
PERMIT 22BLD-02032 MAIN HOUSE UPDATING EXISTING EN-SUITE TO
BEDROOM 1, ADDITION OF EN-SUITE TO BEDROOM 3, NEW/ADDITIONAL
LED LIGHTING AND POWER RECEPTICALS. (PLANS UNDER PERMIT
22BLD-02032)
Category 2
22BLD-
02032 &
22BLD-
02034
8/10/2022 8/19/2022
11 311 EL CARM
ELO 132-19-056 Finaled
ADU: CONVERT EXISTING DETACHED GARAGE INTO ADU (468 SF) AND
NEW ADDITION (136 SF) UPPER LEVEL LOFT. GAS TANKLESS WH, HEAT
PUMP
Category 2;
Deemed eligible
for the NRHP in
1998; Eligible for
the CRHR due to
eligibility for the
NRHP
21BLD-02683 10/26/2021 8/30/2022
12 251 EMBARCADERO RD 120-20-011 Finaled
DETACHED ADU UNDER MASTER PLAN 20000-01541 (495 SF ONE
BEDROOM ADU).***Updated scope work: New detached site built ADU.
Installed on concrete foundation, connected to site utilities, (495 sq. ft. ,
one bedroom ADU).***
Professorville 21BLD-01997 8/11/2021 11/10/2021
13 257 EMBARCADERO RD 120-20-010 Finaled NEW 885 SF GUESTHOUSE Professorville 16000-01244 5/23/2016 3/8/2017
14 235 GREENMEADO
W WY 147-31-062 HR Minor
Staff
Request by KC Cullen on behalf of Karol and James Sytwu for Home
Improvement Exception (HIE) review for permission to replace an existing
carport with a new bedroom suite and to construct a new attached garage
for an existing single-family residence, including encroachment of 3’11” into
the 20-foot required front yard setback, at 235 Greenmeadow Way in the R-
1 (8000) (S) district. Environmental Assessment: Exempt from the
provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) per
Guidelines Section 15301.
15PLN-00452
15 235 HAMILTON AV 120-26-073 HR Major
Board
Request by Stephanie Wansek to change the Historic Designation of the
Cardinal Hotel at 235 Hamilton Ave. Zoning District: CD-C(GF)(P). 20PLN-00024
16 261 HAMILTON AV 120-26-065 HR Major
Board
Request by Cody Anderson Wasney Architects for Architectural Review and
Historic Resources Board review of a Historic Rehabilitation for Category 3
Historic Resource located within the Ramona Street Historic District. The
project includes four new parking spaces in the below-grade garage and the
proposed floor area will not exceed 38,774 gross sq. ft. Zone District: CD-
C(GF)(P). Environmental Assessment: Exempt from the California
Environmental Quality Act per Sections 15331 Historical Resource
Rehabilitation and 15301 Existing Facilities.
13PLN-00267
17 755 HAMILTON AV 003-002-033 HR Minor
Staff
Request for an Individual Review and Historic Review, to allow for a second
story addition to an existing 2,536 square foot single story home and a new,
detached rear garage. Zone District: R-1 (Single Family Residential).
Environmental Assessment: Pending. For more information contact project
planner Haleigh King: Haleigh.King@cityofpaloalto.org
17PLN-00314
18 1256 MARTIN AV 003-27-004 HR Minor
Staff
Request by CKA Architects on behalf of Ram Palaniappan for Individual
Review of the demolition of the existing one story fire damaged home and
construction of a new 3,366 sq ft two story home in the R-1 zoning district.
15PLN-00406
19 475 MELVILLE AV 120-19-007 Finaled
RES: REMODEL TO INCLUDE EXTERIOR IMPROVEMENTS WINDOWS, RE-
ROOF, FACADE, GARDEN DECK RECONFIGURATION AND REMOVAL OF
CARPORT TRELLIS AND GARAGE. INTERIOR UPDATES TO INCLUDE
KITCHEN, 4 BATH, AND BEDROOM. NON-HABITABLE BASEMENT
REMODEL. ELECTRICAL SERVICE UPGRADE TO 400 AMP. ADD HEAT
PUMP WATER HEATER AND HEAT PUMP.
Category 2;
Professorville 22BLD-01961 8/2/2022 9/5/2023
20 325 Melville AV 120-20-029 Finaled
RESIDENTIAL REMODEL INCLUDING KITCHEN RELOCATION AND
INTERIOR REMODEL. REMOVE INTERIOR BEARING WALL BETWEEN
KITCHEN AND DINING ROOM AND REMOVE INTERIOR WALL BETWEEN
KITCHEN AND LAUNDRY ROOM.
Professorville 20000-01033 6/16/2020 9/15/2020
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Date
Issued
21 374 MELVILLE AV 120-20-025 Finaled
*** AKA 374 MELVILLE AVE *** EXTERIOR / INTERIOR REMODEL 2-STORY
HOUSE (4093 SF), ADDTION (761 SF), ATTACHED COVERED PORCH (238
SF), HARDSCAPING AND LANDSCAPING.
Found CRHR
Eligible by P&T
6/15/2020,
Category 4;
Professorville
20000-02303 11/12/2020 4/19/2021
22 1305 MIDDLEFIELD RD 003-46-006 HR Minor
Staff
Request by the City of Palo Alto Public Works Engineering Division for
Architectural Review for permission to install new HVAC mechanical
equipment and fenced enclosure at the exterior southwest corner of the
existing property at 1305 Middlefield Road, the Lucie Stern Community
Center. Historic Designation: Category 1. Zone: Public Facility (PF).
Environmental Assessment: Exempt from the provisions of the California
Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) per CEQA Guidelines Sections 15301
and 15331.Category 1
15PLN-00145
23 1451 MIDDLEFIELD RD 003-46-006 HR Major
Board
Request for Architectural Review to allow for the installation of composite
shingle to the Junior Museum and Zoo. The plans propose roof material
modifications from 17PLN-00147. Environmental Assessment: Pending.
Zone District: PF (Public Facility).
18PLN-00042
24 220 MIRAMONTE AV 124-23-013 Finaled RES ; VOLUNTARY SEISMIC UPGRADE IN ACCORDANCE WITH PLAN SET
A Category 4 24BLD-00727 3/15/2024 4/2/2024
25 395 PAGE MILL 120-16-034 Finaled
OFFICE TENANT IMPROVEMENT (3800SF) FOR EXISTING FIRM "DISNEY-
PLAYDOM" INCLUDES DEMISING 2ND FLOOR INTO 2 SPACES. CREATE
NEW CONFERENCE ROOM FOR DISNEY. APPLICATION INCLUDES
COMPLETE BUILD OUT OF NEW SPACE SUITE 250 FOR NEW FIRM
"JAUNT, INC" . INCLUDES U&O FOR "JAUNT INC" VIRTUAL REALITY FIRM.
**U&O Sent 4/29/16
Category 2 15000-01879 7/20/2015 7/24/2015
26 1795 PARK BL 124-25-033 Finaled
RESIDENTIAL REMODEL TO INCLUDE LANDSCAPE CHANGES (N) FIRE PIT
(N) TRASH ENCLOSURE (N) WATER FEATURE, REMOVE AND REPLACE
ATTACHED DECK. CONVERT ACCESSORY STRUCTURE/GARAGE TO ADU
WITH STORAGE/MECH SPACE AND HEAT PUMP.
Category 3;
Deemed eligible
for the NRHP in
1998; Eligible for
the CRHR due to
eligibility for the
NRHP
3237 & 22BL 12/22/2022 6/5/2023
27 2555 PARK BL 124-29-001 HR Major
Board
Request by FGY Architects for major Architectural Review to allow the
construction of a new three story, 24,466 square foot office building in the
Community Commercial (CC(2)) zone district.
13PLN-00381
28 303 PARKSIDE DR 147-31-048 HR Minor
Board
Request for Architectural Review and to allow for the construction of a new
1,908 square foot pool room, trash enclosure, patio, and landscaping, and
to revise the existing Conditional Use Permit for the site to allow for updated
operations. Environmental Assessment: Consistent with the Secretary of
the Interior's Standards for Rehabilitation and exempt from the provisions of
the California Environmental Quality Act per Section 15303. Zoning District:
R-1(8000)(S).
16PLN-00395
29 211 QUARRY RD 142-04-019 Finaled
SITE IMPROVEMENTS ~2500SF FOR HOOVER PAVILION NORTH PARKING
LOT. INCLUDES EXPANSION OF PARKING SPACES AND ASSOCIATED
DRAINANGE.**10/6/2015 REVISED SCOPE TO INLCUDE ENHANCED BUS
SHELTER ORIGINALLY PART OF HOOVER MOB 13-3403**
Category 1 13000-02460 9/12/2013 7/14/2016
30 466 RUTHVEN AV 120-09-048 Finaled
ONE STORY HOUSE WITH A BASEMENT (3282 SF) WITH ATTACHED
GARAGE (231 SF). SCOPE OF WORK INCLUDES A TANKLESS WATER
HEATER. | MINOR CONVERSION OF HISTORIC ONE STORY HOUSE 868 SF
TO AN ADU.
Category 4
19000-00898
& 19000-
00899
4/17/2019 10/22/2019
31 700 WELCH RD 142-03-004 HR Minor
Staff
Request by Marshall Wheel, on behalf of the Board of Trustees of the Leland
Stanford Junior University, for Minor Architectural Review of the Stanford
Barn Connection site improvements, parking lot design changes, new
lighting and landscaping, tree removal and replacement, new site
identification and directional signage, and work on the Old Winery building
(including seismic retrofit and repair). Zoning District: Planned Community
(PC-1992). Environmental Assessment: Exempt from the provisions of
California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) per CEQA Guidelines Section
15301/15302/15331 and Certified Environmental Impact Report for the
Stanford University Medical Center Facilities Renewal and Replacement
Project (City Council Resolution No 9168).
16PLN-00426
1 1125 BYRON ST 120-06-048 Finaled
RESIDENTIAL ADDITION IN THE BACK OF A CATEGORY "4" HISTORICAL
SINGLE STORY HOUSE, WITH NEW BASEMENT UNDER EXISTING AND
NEW ADDITION AREA WITHIN SETBACK.
Category 4 22BLD-00026 1/6/2022 10/19/2022
2 1350 BYRON ST 120-07-073 Finaled
COMPLETE REMODEL OF EXISTING HOME 2574SF SCOPE OF WORK
INCLUDES ADD ELEVATOR SCOPE OF WORK INCLUDES WINDOW
RELOCATION. SERVICE UPGRADE 200 AMPS EXISTING LOCATION,
GARAGE REMODEL INCLUDES SIDE DOOR RELOCATION AND
ELECTRICAL WORK. 25SF, SEISMIC UPGRADES TO EXISTING
FOUNDATION ON REAR PERIMETER (ANCHOR BOLTS) EPOXY
INJECTIONS IN VARIOUS STEM WALLS
Category 4 19000-00658 10/20/2017 1/25/2018
3 1487 COLLEGE AV 137-05-042 Finaled
RESIDENTIAL REMODEL (260 SF) TO INCLUDE WALL LAYOUT CHANGES,
UPDATED KITCHEN, HALL BATH AND GUEST BATH AT 2ND FLR. ADD
ELECTRICAL OUTLETS. RELOCATE WASHER/DRYER TO HALL BATH.
Added note by Korwyn Peck 5/19/2023: Service upgrade to 200A: 22BLD-
00965, PV: 22BLD-02362.
Category 3 22BLD-00819 3/22/2022 3/30/2022
4 757 COLLEGE AV 137-02-009 Finaled NEW ONE-STORY SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE 1,545SF (DETACHED
GARAGE 223SF)Category 3 18000-01227 5/9/2018 9/27/2018
5 1552 COWPER ST 124-07-038 Permit
Issued
RES: REMODEL TO CONVERT GARAGE ON FIRST FLOOR TO ADU 500 SF.
INSTALL WH, HEAT PUMP AND TRELLIS.
Category 2
(Courtyard
develolpment -
Designation may
not apply to
1554)
23BLD-03181 11/13/2023 7/2/2024
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Open
Date
Issued
6 1021 COWPER ST 120-06-024 HR Minor
Staff
Request by David Easton on behalf of Joan and Gordon Campbell for staff
level Historic Review of a new detached second dwelling unit and new
covered parking space in an existing Historic Category 2 garage.
15PLN-00168
7 1107 COWPER ST 120-06-078 Finaled 2-STORY SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE 5796 SF WITH BASEMENT 3301 SF.
Accessory structure, ADU, Detached garage, garden shed. Professorville 19000-00339 2/12/2019 9/4/2019
8 1211 COWPER ST 120-07-044 Finaled RETROFIT FOUNDATION IN ACCORDANCE TO PLAN SET A Professorville 22BLD-00488 2/17/2022 3/22/2022
9 1330 COWPER ST 120-19-010 Finaled RESIDENTIAL VOLUNTARY SEISMIC RETROFIT (PLAN A) Professorville 19000-02753 10/28/2019 10/28/2019
10 1855 COWPER ST 124-06-067 Finaled
RESIDENTIAL REPAIR AND RESTORE 730 SF DETACHED
GARAGE/CARRIAGE HOUSE INCLUDING ADDITIONAL FRAMING, NEW
CONCRETE SLAB AND FOOTINGS, NEW MECHANICAL, ELECTRICAL, AND
PLUMBING. NEW WINDOWS, DOORS SIDING AND ROOFING.
Category 4
(Extensively
remodeled in
1993)
15000-02829 10/26/2015 5/9/2016
11 2150 COWPER ST 124-10-005 HR Minor
Staff
Request by Eric Beckstrom, on behalf of Sean Maloney & Margaret Chai, for
Individual and Historic Review of a new two-story 1,004 square foot addition
to an existing 3,160 square foot single family residence in the R-1 (10,000)
Zoning District
16PLN-00198
12 2240 COWPER ST 124-11-077 Finaled
RES: REMODEL/ADDITION: NEW KITCHEN, 6 NEW BATHROOMS, 1
POWDER ROOM, 1 NEW BEDROOM, 2ND FLOOR DECK, REMOVE NON-
HISTORIC CHIMNEY. NO INCREASE IN FLOOR AREA OR BUILDING
HEIGHT. REMOVE PATIO ENCLOSURE, BUILD ADDITION (402 SF ) AT
MAIN FLOOR. IN-KIND REPLACEMENT 43 WINDOWS. 35 DOORS, 9
SKYLIGHTS. ADD TWO HEAT PUMPS. ADD GAS TANKLESS WH. RES:
CONSTRUCTION OF A NEW DETACHED ADU WITH ATTACHED ONE CAR
GARAGE. THE PROPOSED ONE STORY ADU AREA IS 495 SQ FT, ADD A 47
GAL NEW HEAT PUMP WATER HEATER LOCATED IN THE ATTIC,
DUCTLESS HEAT PUMP SYSTEM
Category 3
22BLD-
01562 &
24BLD-
00312
6/14/2022 1/24/2023
13 327 COWPER ST 120-10-045 Finaled
RESIDENTIAL KITCHEN REMODEL TO INCLUDE REMOVAL OF OLD
CABINETS, COUNTERTOPS AND APPLIANCES AND REPLACE WITH NEW
ONES, RELOCATE STOVE TO EXTERIOR FACING WALL AND RELOCATE
GAS HOOKUP. ADD NEW CANNED AND PENDANT LIGHTING ABOVE
ISLAND.
Category 4 21BLD-00818 4/8/2021 4/20/2021
14 952 COWPER ST 120-17-092 Finaled CATEGORY "4" HISTORIC STUCCO REPAIR AND PAINTING. Category 4 21BLD-00088 1/13/2021 1/25/2021
15 575 EVERETT AV 120-02-044 HR Minor
Staff
Request by Andrew Young of Young and Borlik Architects, on behalf of
Princy Singh, for a Home Improvement Exception to allow a covered front
porch to extend into the required front setback of an existing single family
residence in the R-2 zoning district.
16PLN-00390
16 1145 FOREST AV 003-19-007 Finaled CONVERT DETACHED GARAGE TO ADU N ADDITION 21 SF WITH
OUTDOOR KITCHEN
Category 2: On
the NRHP (Ashby
House)
22BLD-02431 9/29/2022 5/2/2023
17 1023 FOREST AV 003-19-076 HR Major
Board
Request for Home Improvement Exception and Major Historic Resource
Board (HRB) Review for the rehabilitation and restoration of an existing
Category 2 home. Original historic belvedere and brick chimneys. New
incidental exterior window and door replacement; introduction of new
hardscape elements including entry gates, brick paths, driveway, and wood
deck; and new detached single car garage. Environmental Assessment:
Exempt per CEQA Section 15301 (Existing Facilities) and 15303 (New
Construction or Conversion of Small Structures). Zoning District: R-1 (Single
Family Residential).
24PLN-00172
18 212 FULTON ST 003-01-025 Finaled
Res: REMODEL SFR (4055 SF) AND PORTION OF 1ST FLOOR TO CREATE
ADU (1,218 SF). BASEMENT TO INCLUDE CONVERTED OFFICE SPACE
WITH POWDER ROOM, MODIFIED MECHANICAL ROOM WITH (N) WATER
HEATER AND FURNACES, (N) STAIRCASE, VARIOUS DOOR AND WALL
CHANGES. 1ST FLOOR TO INCLUDE (N) FAMILY ROOM (N) STAIRCASE (N)
BEDROOM AND ASSOCIATED BATHROOM (N) LAUNDRY ROOM (N) DECK
AREA, UPDATED KITCHEN LAYOUT, VARIOUS DOOR AND WINDOW
CHANGES. 2ND FLOOR TO INCLUDE (N) MASTER BED AND BATH (N)
HALL BATH (N) STORAGE AREA (N) OFFICE SPACES (N) OUTDOOR ROOF
DECK (N) STAIRCASE. REPLACE GAS FURNACE WITH ELECTRIC
FURNACE. VARIOUS DOOR AND WINDOW CHANGES. (N) SKYLIGHTS,
MEP UPDATES THROUGH OUT ALL AREAS OF REMODEL AND
ELECTRICAL SERVICE RELOCATION.
Category 4 21BLD-00333 2/11/2021 10/12/2021
19 215 FULTON ST 003-01-015 Finaled
Scope of work reduced under 17REV-00558. Scope of work now is the
following: Reroof entire house (comp shingles), reinforce roof framing, add
attic skylight, repair porch including foundation, new pocket door in the
hallway, replace one (1) window with an exterior door. Original scope of
work in Comments. AR 03/23/18
Category 3 16000-02571 10/13/2016 7/11/2017
20 567 HALE ST 003-05-031 HR Major
Board
567 Hale Street [21BLD-02531]: Request for
Historic Resources Board Review of a Building Permit
Application for Consistency with the Secretary of the Interior's
Standards. The Project Includes Exterior Modifications to a
Local Historic Resource Category II. Zone District: R-1 (10,000).
Environmental Assessment: Exempt from the California
Environmental Quality Act per Sections 15268 (Ministerial
Projects). RESIDENTIAL REMODEL (7,000 SF) TO INCLUDE REMODEL
THROUGHOUT ENTIRE HOUSE (BASEMENT TO 3RD FLR) REMOVE AND
REPLACE FURNACE, WATER HEATER, VARIOUS WINDOWS. ADD SF TO
REAR PORCH, (N) A/C, (N) GAS FIREPLACE AND (N) SKYLIGHTS. MEP
UPDATED THROUGHOUT. CONVERSION DETACHED GARAGE TO ADU
1056SF Category 2
22PLN-00083
21 625 HALE ST 003-19-089 Finaled
RESIDENTIAL INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR REMODEL: ADDING ADDITION TO
SQUARE FEET BY COVREING PORCH, INTERIOR RENOVATIONS, INSTALL
SKYLIGHT ON SECOND FLOOR. REMOVAL OF RETAINING WALL,
PLANTER, BRICK PATIO STEPS, AND DRIVEWAY IN FRONT. REMOVE
BRICK FINISH AND STEPS IN BACK OF HOUSE. REPAIR CONCRETE BASE
AT BACK OF HOUSE. (CATEGORY 4 HISTORIC).
Category 4 23BLD-03207 11/15/2023 6/5/2024
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22 125 HAWTHORNE AV 120-24-046 HR Minor
Staff
Request by Heather Young of FGY Architects, on behalf of Hawthorne Palo
Alto LLC, for Individual Review approval to allow the demolition of an
existing 1,639 sq.ft. single story residence and the construction of a new
two story 3,691 sq.ft. two-family development in the RM-30 zoning district.
15PLN-00076
23 148 HAWTHORNE AV 120-25-052 Finaled
TI AND U&O EXPANSION INTO ADJACENT TENANT SPACE" HOME CARE
ASSISTANCE" 126 SF INTERIOR REMODEL. CREATE NEW ACCESS DOOR
TO EXPAND INTO ADJACENT TENANT SPACE. NEW INTERIOR PARTITION
WALLS, NEW LIGHTING. RESTRIPE PARKING LOT ADA COMPLIANCE.
**U&O Sent 05/02/17**
Category 3 (Old
trolley building)16000-03022 12/5/2016 12/13/2016
24 575 HAWTHORNE AV 120-01-042 Finaled RESIDENTIAL ADDITION 530 SF AND REMODEL 600SF. ADDITION
INCLUDES NEW SECOND FLOOR.Category 2 15000-03242 12/14/2015 2/18/2016
25 320 KELLOGG AV 124-07-014 Finaled NEW DETACHED SECOND DWELLING UNIT (888 SF) WITH ATTACHED
GARAGE (211 SF)Category 3 15000-03099 11/24/2015 4/25/2016
26 249 KIPLING ST 120-14-029 Finaled RESIDENTIAL: ADD NEW CONCRETE STEPS FROM BELOW GRADE TO
DECK, REPLACE (E) GLASS DOOR IN SAME LOCATION Category 3 15000-00640 3/16/2015 3/17/2015
27 411 KIPLING ST 120-15-023 HR Major
Board
Request for Major Historic Resource Board (HRB) Review for the proposed
upgrade of the historic designation of an existing Category 4 (“Contributing
Building”) Historic Resource in the City Inventory to Category 2 (“Major
Building”). Environmental Assessment: No project under California
Environmental Quality Act and CEQA Guidelines per Section 21065. Zoning
District: CD-C(P).
24PLN-00032
28 840 KIPLING ST 120-17-028 HR Minor
Board
Request for Individual Review, Variance and Historic Review application, to
allow exterior modifications and construction of a 184 square foot first-
story addition and a 489 square foot second-story addition to an existing
single-story residence on a substandard parcel. The Variance is requested
to allow second-story addition on a substandard lot and to allow an
approximately 6.3 foot extension to the existing non-complying first-floor
wall on the west elevation, where the existing home is located 3.5’ from the
interior side property line. Environmental Assessment: Exempt from CEQA
in Accordance with Guideline Section 15301 (Additions to Residential).
Zoning District: R-2 (Two Family Residential District).
18PLN-00185
29 390 LELAND AV 124-30-038 Finaled RESIDENTIAL REMODEL 56SF INCLUDES CONVERTING PORTION OF
BASEMENT TO FULL BATH. ASSOCIATED MEP AND EJECTOR PUMP.Category 4 19000-01103 5/8/2019 5/8/2019
30 535 LOWELL AV 124-02-024 Finaled
REMODEL 1245 SF AND ADDITION 828 SF. FIRST AND SECOND STORY
ADDITION. SCOPE OF WORK INCLUDES SERVICE UPGRADE 400 AMPS
SAME LOCATION.
Category 4 17000-01347 6/15/2017 8/9/2017
1 1201 BRYANT ST 120-20-008 Permit
Issued
RES: NEW 2-STORY SFR WITH BASEMENT, HEAT PUMP, AND 400 AMP
ELECTRICAL SERVICE.Professorville 23BLD-00425 2/28/2023 8/21/2023
2 1020 BRYANT ST 120-29-004 HR Minor
Staff
Request by Ben Flatau on behalf of Elizabeth Fama for Historic and
Individual Review to rehabilitate the existing residence and reconstruct a
detached garage. Professorville Historic District, Zoning District R-1.
Category 3;
Professorville 16PLN-00173
3 1143 BRYANT ST 120-18-060 Finaled
REMODEL AND RESTORATION OF FIRE DAMAGED HOUSE (2,741 SF).
SCOPE OF WORK INCLUDES REMODEL OF BASEMENT, FIRST, AND
SECOND FLOORS, AND REFRAMING FIRE DAMAGED ROOF. NO
INCREASE TO SQUARE FOOTAGE.
Professorville 16000-02290 9/12/2016 12/23/2016
4 1200 BRYANT ST 120-20-009 Finaled
1070W DC PV SYSTEM. INSTALL 27 ENPHASE IQ8A-72-2-US [240V]
MIRCO-INVERTERS. INSTALL 27 PANASONIC EVPV410H. INSTALL 1
ENPHASE ENCHARGE 10-1P-NA BATTERY
Category 3;
Professorville 23BLD-00119 1/17/2023 2/9/2023
5 1250 BRYANT ST 120-20-010 Finaled
RESIDENTIAL NEW BASEMENT UNDER EXISTING HOUSE 2000SF,
ADDITION TO THE FIRST AND SECOND FLOORS (337SF) AND REMODEL
(3594 SF). SCOPE OF WORK INCLUDES SERVICE UPGRADE TO 200A IN
THE SAME LOCATION. INSTALL (2) NEW TANKLESS WATER HEATERS. &
NEW DETACHED GARAGE 380 SF
Professorville 1241 & 1600 5/23/2016 3/8/2017
6 1325 BRYANT ST 124-12-011 Finaled
NEW DETACHED GARAGE 275SF ( RESIDENTIAL ADDITION AND
REMODEL 2097SF. INCLUDES ADDITION NEW BASEMENT 1478SF AND
GROUND FLOOR ADDITION 132SF WITH 96SF COVERED PORCH.UNDER
21BLD-01286) (NEW DETACHED ADU 519 SF ON PERMIT # 21BLD-01288)
Category 4 21BLD-01288 5/26/2021 12/9/2021
7 450 BRYANT ST 120-26-095 HR Major
Board
Request by Lisa Hendrickson, on behalf of Avenidas, for Major Architectural
Review and Historic Review for the proposed interior renovation of an
existing historic building (1927) at 450 Bryant Street, the demolition of an
existing 2,592 square foot addition (1978) and replacement with a new
9,751 square foot addition, and site improvements in the Public Facilities
(PF) zoning district. The net increase in floor area at the property is 7,158
square feet. The property is owned by the City of Palo Alto.
Category 2; On
the NRHP
(Original Police
and Fire Station)16PLN-00092
8 529 BRYANT ST 120-15-094 Finaled
ADD ANOTHER COATING ON THE 450 SQUARE FOOT ROOF DECK AND
REPLACE WINDOWS AND DOORS AT THE ROOF DECK. STUCCO TO BE
CAREFULY REMOVED, REPLACED, TEXTURED AND REPAINTED TO
MATCH EXISTING COLOR AND TEXTURE. SCOPE OF WORK NOT TO
DAMAGE ANY ORIGINAL STONEWORK ON DECK.
Category 2 17000-01459 6/27/2017 7/18/2017
9 541 BRYANT ST 120-15-091 Finaled NEW COURTYARD GATE WITHIN THE EXISTING COURTYARD AT 541
BRYANT ST.
Category 2;
Deemed eligible
for the NRHP in
1998; Eligible for
the CRHR due to
eligibility for the
NRHP
16000-01327 6/1/2016 1/31/2017
10 545 BRYANT ST 120-15-091 Finaled
TI AND U&O FOR NEW TENANT "STARTSE" 2,047 SF TENANT SPACE ON
THE GROUND FLOOR. EXTERIOR SCOPE OF WORK IS TO FLIP THE SWING
OF AN EXISTING DOOR. AREA OF WORK IS 1000 SF. 3/12/2020 scope of
work revised from market ready to TI and U&O -KS. **U&O Sent on
08/20/2020**
Category 2;
Deemed eligible
for the NRHP in
1998; Eligible for
the CRHR due to
eligibility for the
NRHP
19000-00230 1/29/2019 2/11/2019
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Address APN Status Description Historic
Categor Permit #Date
Open
Date
Issued
11 904 BRYANT ST 120-28-105 Finaled RESIDENTIAL DECK ADDITION. ADD WINDOWS AND SLIDER. Category 2 23BLD-02605 9/21/2023 10/20/2023
12 951 BRYANT ST 120-17-086 Finaled CONVERT FROM DUPLEX TO SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE. REMODEL
INCLUDES EXTERIOR WORK AND COMPLETE INTERIOR REMODEL.Professorville 15000-03167 12/4/2015 3/21/2016
13 980 CALIFORNIA AV 137-04-005 Finaled
ADDITION 155SF AND CONVERSION DETACHED GARAGE / WORKSHOP
600SF TO ACCESSORY DWELLING UNIT. INCLUDES ASSOCIATED
ASSOCIATED MECHANICAL PLUMBING AND ELECTRICAL.
Category 2
(Designation may
not apply to
accessory
structures)
17000-02730 11/14/2017 3/15/2018
14 165 CHANNING AV 120-28-039 Finaled WATERCOURSE WAY: UPDATED PARKING LAYOUT TO ADDRESS
ACCESSIBILITY, CREATE NEW SLOPED PATH TO ENTRY.
Category 4;
SOFA II
Determined
Historic
Resource
(Watercourse
Way listed as
865 Homer on
Inventory form)
19000-00973 4/24/2019 3/11/2020
15 400 CHANNING AV 120-17-117 HR Minor
Board
Request by Jing Quan, on behalf of GLWS, for Board level Architectural
Review to allow the demolition of an existing one story medical office and
the construction of two two-story homes, each with a basement and a
secondary dwelling unit above a detached two-car garage in the DHS zoning
district of SOFA I CAP. Request for subdivision of the existing parcel into two
parcels under Planning Application 16PLN-00381.
16PLN-00380
16 951 CHANNING AV 003-26-020 Finaled GARAGE REMODEL ~ 400SF FOUNDATION REPAIR AND DOOR REFRESH.
Category 2
(Watertower
only)
15000-00726 3/24/2015 4/1/2015
17 1102 EMERSON ST 120-30-009 Finaled RESIDENTIAL WINDOW REPLACEMENT (QTY 5) ON 1ST AND 2ND FLOOR.
SAME SIZE AND LOCATION.Professorville 22BLD-02329 9/16/2022 10/28/2022
18 1111 EMERSON ST 120-29-043 Finaled
CATEGORY 4 HISTORIC HOME ADDITION AND REMODEL 100SF
INCLUDES REPLACEMENT FRONT PORCH. PORCH WILL BE SLIGHTLY
EXPANDED INSTALL WOOD LANDING, STAIR, RAILING AND GABLE ROOF.
Category 4;
Professorville 21BLD-00636 3/18/2021 5/31/2021
19 1128 EMERSON ST 120-30-011 Finaled Add 56 sq. ft. bathroom addition under existing covered porch Category 4;
Professorville 23BLD-00558 3/14/2023 3/30/2023
20 1135 EMERSON ST 120-29-054 Finaled
RESIDENTIAL REMODEL (715SF). SCOPE OF WORK INCLUDES
REPLACING TWO (2) DOORS AND ONE (1) WINDOW AT THE REAR OF THE
RESIDENCE. KITCHEN, DINING, FAMILY ROOM, MASTER BATHROOM,
AND UPSTAIRS BATHROOM # 2 REMODEL. RELOCATE FURNACE TO THE
ATTIC. NEW GAS INSERT IN (E) FIREPLACE. ELECTRIC SERVICE UPGRADE
TO 200 AMPS IN THE SAME LOCATION.
Professorville 16000-02165 8/26/2016 9/27/2016
21 1570 EMERSON ST 124-16-077 Finaled
REMOVE WOOD SIDING AND STUCCO 2 STORY SINGLE FAMILY
RESIDENCE. INCLUDES INSULATION, SHEATHING WHERE NECESSARY.
(2) LAYERS PAPER, 26 GAUGE WIRE. CEMENT BASE COAT ACRYLIC
ADMIX AND FIBERGLASS STRAND REINFORCEMENT. THREE COAT
INSTALL; SCRATCH, BROWN AND FINISH.***like for like repair on fireplace
flue db 6/28/19***
Category 4 19000-00921 4/18/2019 4/18/2019
22 640 EMERSON ST 120-27-026 Finaled HISTORIC CATEGORY 3: MODIFICATION TO ENTRY VESTIBULE AND
ELECTRICAL FOR (1) ILLUMINATED SIGN.Category 3 16000-00073 1/12/2016 1/15/2016
23 251 LINCOLN AV 120-29-034 HR Major
Board
Request by Margaret Wimmer for Historic Review and a Home Improvement
Exception to allow additions to the existing Category 4 Historic Resource
(Professorville). The requested exceptions are for additional floor area
added to the first and second floor and a new basement that would extend 4
feet into the front setback. Zone: R-1.
Category 4;
Professorville 14PLN-00301
24 308 LINCOLN AV 120-18-041 HR Minor
Staff
Request by Brandon Corey for approval of an HIE and Staff level historic
review to encroach into the daylight plane. Zone District R-1 15PLN-00245
25 318 LINCOLN AV 120-18-042 Finaled INSTALL INTERIOR ELEVATOR WITHIN 2-STORY HOME - add bedroom
egress window
Category 4;
Professorville 21BLD-02156 8/25/2021 9/22/2021
26 381 LINCOLN AV 120-18-070 HR Minor
Staff
Request by Evan Ng for a Home Improvement Exception for a Category 4
Historic structure to allow for the increase in depth of an existing legal non-
complying wall within a side yard setback by 2' 6" to allow for a basement
where there is an existing crawl space. Other changes include the addition,
removal, and replacement of some windows and doors. Zoning District: R-
1(10000).
Category 4;
Professorville 16PLN-00434
27 427 LINCOLN AV 120-18-023 HR Minor
Board
Request by Carlos Castillo for Historic Review to allow the construction of a
2,064 sq. ft. basement, a 468 sq. ft. first floor rear addition and interior
remodel of an existing 2,966 sq. ft. two story single family home in the R-
1(10000) zoning district.Professorville
15PLN-00073
28 467 LINCOLN AV 120-18-020 Finaled
RESIDENTIAL - RE ROOF GARAGE 4 SQUARES IB ROOFING MEMBRANE
OVER (E) SHEATHING, SCOPE OF WORK INCLUDES REWIRING THE
GARAGE AND ADDING (N) 100A SUBPANEL
Category 4;
Professorville 15000-00270 1/29/2015 1/29/2015
29 272 RINCONADA AV 124-19-113 Permit
Issued
RESIDENTIAL EXTERIOR SPA, EQUIPMENT ENCLOSURE, BBQ, FIRE PIT,
AND (N) ELECTRICAL TO GARAGE.Category 4 15000-00578 3/10/2015 3/11/2015
30 1215 STANFORD AV 137-06-011 Finaled
RESIDENTIAL REMODEL 1011 BASEMENT. REMOVE (E) STAIR. (N)
INTERIOR STAIR FROM BASEMENT TO ATTIC. (N) RETAINING WALL
AGAINST EXISTING. (N) WINDOW AT BASEMENT LEVEL. R/R (E) FURNACE
AT BASEMENT LEVEL + (E) TANKLESS WH. (N) EVSE.
Category 2 23BLD-02158 8/16/2023 9/11/2024
31 352 STANFORD AV 124-30-006 Finaled
EXISTING 2-STORY SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE COMPLETE REMODEL
2,435 SF. INCLUDES BASEMENT 1250 SF REMODEL USED FOR STORAGE
AND MECHANICAL EQUIPMENT. | NEW DETACHED GARAGE 385 SF
Category 4 0270 & 1900 2/4/2019 6/12/2019
32 374 STANFORD AV 124-30-008 Finaled NEW ADDITION TO EXISTING DETACHED GARAGE TO ADU (721 SF) Category 4 19000-02976 11/20/2019 12/3/2020
1 271 ADDISON AV 120-28-062 Finaled NEW DETACHED ADU 495 SF Category 4;
Professorville 20000-01060 6/17/2020 8/21/2020
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Address APN Status Description Historic
Categor Permit #Date
Open
Date
Issued
2 281 ADDISON AV 120-28-061 HR Minor
Staff
Request for Minor Historic Review to Allow minor exterior alterations to an
existing 2-story home in Professorville. Proposed improvements include
new windows to the main residence, second dwelling unit and proposed
change to roof pitch on the second floor enclosed patio.Environmental
Assessment: Pending. Zoning District: R-2 (Two Family Residential District).
For More Information Contact the Project Planner Danielle Condit at
Danielle.Condit@cityofpaloalto.org
18PLN-00360
3 358 ADDISON AV, 120-18-005 Finaled CONVERT (E) GARAGE INTO AN ADU (499 SF) Professorville 18000-00781 3/27/2018 6/21/2018
4 370 ADDISON AV 120-18-006 Finaled NEW BASEMENT UNDER EXISTING 2-STORY HOUSE 957 SF Professorville 16000-00496 3/2/2016 4/26/2016
5 201 HOMER AV 120-27-070 Finaled
RESIDENTIAL REMODEL (375 SF) MODIFY LAYOUT OF KITCHEN.
CONVERT DINING ROOM AREA INTO MASTER BED AND MASTER BATH.
RELOCATE WASHER/DRYER TO GUEST BED CLOSET. REMOVE ELECTRIC
HVAC SYSTEM AND REPLACE WITH GAS SERVICED HVAC SYSTEM.
CONVERT DUPLEX TO SFR ....19REV-00633 DELTA 2 REPLACE (E) 100
AMP METER WITH NEW 200 AMP METER. ENLARGE ONE BATHROOM.
REMOVE SKYLIGHT AND REROOF, ENLARGE KITCHEN ISLAND...19REV-
00633 REVISION TO RE-LOCATE WASHER/DRYER CLOSE MODIFICATION
TO MASTER BATHROOM.
Category 2 and 3;
SOFA II
Determined
Historic
Resource
(201=Cat 3;
209=Cat 2)
18000-02898 11/7/2018 3/12/2019
6 212 Homer AV, 120-28-112 Finaled
MORI BUILDING: TI/U&O, DOCUMENTATION OF EXISTING NON-
PERMITTED PARTITION WALLS, (NOT LOAD BEARING), PRIOR
DEMOLISHED NON LOAD BEARING PARTITION WALLS, NEW FURRED
WALLS AND MINOR ELECTRICAL FOR NEW POWER RECEPTACLE.
Category 3:SOFA
II Determined
Historic
Resource
23BLD-03093 11/7/2023 12/22/2023
7 230 HOMER AV 120-28-101 Finaled GAUSS LABS: MINOR TI / U&O TO ADD ENCLOSED OFFICES AND MAKE
VARIOUS ACCESSIBILITY UPGRADES.
Category 2 and 4;
SOFA II
Determined
Historic
Resource
(230=Cat4;
232=Cat 2)
24BLD-02859 10/7/2024 11/20/2024
8 260 HOMER AV, 120-28-115 Finaled
SIRIS CAPITAL: INTERIOR T/I AND U&O AT SUITE 101 SCOPE OF WORK:
PROVISION OF NON STRUCTURAL PARTITION WALLS, CEILINGS,
LIGHTING AND PROVISION OF MILLWORK, FINISHES, MECHANICAL,
ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING AND FIRE LIFE SAFETY SYSTEMS AT THE
MOTHER'S ROOM. **U&O Sent on 10/25/2022**
Category 3; AME
Zion Church
Building
22BLD-00966 4/11/2022 5/16/2022
9 300 HOMER AV 120-17-093 R Minor
Staff
Request by Palo Alto History Museum for Architectural Review for an
extension of the previously approved entitlement 15PLN-00290 for the
proposed historic rehabilitation of the 19,182 sq. ft. Roth Building and a
1,398 sq. ft. addition to a Category 2 historic structure. Minor exceptions are
requested to allow off-site parking and allow a front yard encroachment of
three feet for the proposed additions at the rear elevation. Environmental
Assessment: Categorically exempt from California Environmental Quality
Act under Class 15331 - Historic Resource Restoration and Rehabilitation.
Zone District: PF (Public Facilities) in SOFA CAP I. Category 2; On th
18PLN-00321
10 475 HOMER AV 120-16-050 HR Minor
Staff
Request by Mousam Adcock for an Architectural Review and Historic
Review to allow for renovation of interior and exterior site improvements to
the Women's Club of Palo Alto at 475 Homer Avenue. Zoning District:
Multiple Family Residential (RM-30). Environmental Assessment: Exempt
from the provisions of the California Environmental Quality per CEQA
Guidelines Section 15301/15331.
17PLN-00151
11 334 KINGSLEY AV 120-20-006 Permit
Issued
REMOVE AND REPLACE PATIO COVER AT ADU. DEMO SPA AND REPLACE
WITH HARDSCAPE TO CREATE A DINING AREA OUTSIDE. REMOVE AND
REPLACE TRELLIS, EXTEND GAS LINE FROM HOUSE TO FIRE PIT AND
OUTDOOR GRILL
Category 2;
Professorville 22BLD-01169 5/3/2022 7/5/2022
12 200 KINGSLEY AV 120-20-014 Finaled
RESIDENTIAL REMODEL: SCOPE OF WORK INCLUDES ADDING EXTERIOR
DOOR AND LANDING, REMODELING THE KITCHEN, ADDING A HALF
BATH, AND REMOVAL OF INTERIOR WALLS.
Professorville 18000-02019 7/27/2018 8/27/2018
13 221 KINGSLEY AV 120-29-056 Finaled
RESIDENTIAL REMODEL 5534 SF AND ADDITION 726 SF WITH (N)
BASEMENT 2334 SF AND COVERED PORCH 506 SF. SCOPE OF WORKS
INCLUDES ROTATING THE HOUSE AND RELOCATING IT ON THE LOT,
REROOF OF ENTIRE HOUSE WITH WOOD SHINGLES, SERVICE UPGRADE
TO 400A, AND (N) DRIVEWAY APPROACH. (N) DETACHED 2 CAR GARAGE
WITH BASEMENT FOR CAR LIFT 575 SF (N) GUESTHOUSE 785 SF WITH
COVERED PORCH 54 SF
Category 2;
Professorville
15000-00070
& 15000-
00071 &
15000-00072
1/8/2015 6/2/2015
14 262 KINGSLEY AV 120-20-016 HR Minor
Staff
Request by Carl Hesse on behalf of Michael & Eiko Mies for Individual
Review and Historic Review for demolition of an existing two car garage and
rear portions of the existing home and construction of a one car garage and
addition to the rear of the existing two-story home for a total of 2,909 square
feet in the R-1 (10,000) zoning district and the Professorville historic district.Professorville
15PLN-00126
15 490 KINGSLEY AV 120-19-004 HR Minor
Staff
Request by Linnea Clark for a Historic Resource Board Review to allow for a
1127 sq. ft. addition to an existing 681 sq ft. basement, and a 31 sq. ft.
addition to an existing 4970 sq. ft. two-story single family residence located
at 490 Kingsley Avenue. Additionally, the proposal includes the addition of
675 sq. ft. to an existing 1054 sq. ft. accessory structure, the addition of a
new pool, a new 212 sq. ft. rear terrace trellis, and a new 315 sq. ft. carport
trellis. Zone District: R-1. | NEW DETACHED ACCESSORY DWELLING UNIT
ADU AND ATTACHED TRELLIS (849 sf) REMODEL (This is Phase 2 of overall
project - see 17-256 for main house. New pool/spa to be separate permit)
Category 3;
Professorville
(formerly Blake
Wilbur
residence)17PLN-
00044 &
18000-00779
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Address APN Status Description Historic
Categor Permit #Date
Open
Date
Issued
16 501 KINGSLEY AV, 120-06-075 Finaled
Request for Minor Staff Level Historic Review to Allow the Demolition of an
Existing 508 sf solarium and non-historic trellis. Interior remodel and new
attached ADU within the existing first floor footprint. RES: REMODEL 3-
STORY, 7,353 HOUSE TO BE SFR + ATTACHED ADU 2217SF ON GROUND
FLOOR. DEMOLISH SOLARIUM REBUILD BASEMENT MECHANICAL
ROOM. (2) NEW TRASH ENCLOSURES. NEW SERVICE 400 AMPS AND
NEW GAS METERS. NEW WATER SERVICE SERVICE METER AND MAIN
LINE. INCLUDES LANDSCAPE PLANS. (3) TANKLESS WATER HEATERS. (2)
LEVEL 2 EVSE. (Category 2; Professorville).
Category 2;
Professorville
(Designation
does not apply to
accessory
buildings)
21PLN-
00253 &
22BLD-
01013
4/14/2022 6/27/2022
17 771 LYTTON AV 003-01-048 Permit
Issued Residential foundation repair using 10 piers. Category 4 25BLD-00702 3/7/2025 3/14/2025
18 755 UNIVERSITY AV 003-02-079 Permit
Issued
+++..c2 sc/cw 11/5++++++DEMOLISH EXISTING BASEMENT ( 817 SF )
WITH SUBSTANDARD CEILING HT., BUILD NEW 1762 SF BASEMENT
LIVING AREA. MAIN FLOOR BATH REMODEL, ADD WETBAR.
REBUILD STAIRS. NEW FAU AT BASEMENT AND ATTIC. SEISMIC
UPGRADE.
Category 2 24BLD-02189 8/2/2024 11/7/2024
19 1057 UNIVERSITY AV 003-05-005 Finaled
RESIDENTIAL STORM FLOOD REPAIR: REPLACEMENT OF WALLS AND
DAMAGED ELECTRICAL THROUGHOUT BASEMENT LAUNDRY ROOM (264
+/-SF) INCLUDING REPLACEMENT OF GAS WATER HEATER
Category 4 23BLD-00230 1/31/2023 1/31/2023
20 271 UNIVERSITY AV 120-26-009 HR Minor
Staff
Request by Reza Javandel for minor staff level Architectural Review and
staff level Historic Review for facade improvements, including new signage,
an awning, paint colors, heaters, illuminated menu boxes, and sidewalk
tables and chairs. The application also includes a request for an
amendment to the existing Conditional Use Permit to allow the sale of
spirits and the service of alcohol outside the building at a single row of
sidewalk tables and chairs in the CD-C (GF)(P) zone district for new
restaurant named Local Union 271.
14PLN-00473
21 321 UNIVERSITY AV 120-15-108 Finaled
TI AND U&O FOR NEW TENANT "SERVET ABI" SCOPE OF WORK
INCLUDES REMOVING INTERIOR PARTITION WALL..** U&O Sent
08/31/17**
Category 2 17000-01523 7/5/2017 7/5/2017
22 355 UNIVERSITY AV 120-15-045 HR Minor
Board
355 University Avenue [15PLN-00237]: Request by Hayes Group Architects,
on behalf of Palo Alto Masonic Temple Association, for Major Architectural
Review, Historic Review, and Seismic Rehabilitation Floor Area Bonus for a
new façade and signage, new second story with outdoor rooftop patio area,
and interior modifications at 355 University Avenue, and a new façade and
site improvements to the groundfloor and adjacent public alley at 461
Florence Street for Design Within Reach. The project requests approval of a
seismic rehabilitation floor area bonus for the addition of the new second
story. Zoning District: Downtown Commercial (CD-C(GF)(P)).
Environmental Assessment: Categorically exempt from the provisions of the
California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) per CEQA Guideline Section
15301 Existing Facilities, Section 15304 Minor Alterations to Land, and
Section 15311 Accessory Structures.
15PLN-00237
23 415 UNIVERSITY AV 120-15-031 Finaled
OLUNTARY SEISMIC UPGRADE. INSTALL PIERS AND GRADE BEAMS AND
MOUNT FRAMES IN #415 STRUCTURAL COLLECTORS TO SPAN ACROSS
UNITS 417-419 TO COMPLETE UPGRADE TO ENTIRE BUILDING. SCOPE
OF WORK INCLUDES NEW UNISEX RESTROOM FOR ADA COMPLIANCE IN
#417
Category 3 15000-03316 12/22/2015 3/8/2016
24 488 UNIVERSITY AV 120-15-071 HR Major
Board
Request for a Waiver from Title 18 to Allow Conversion of a Residential Use
to a Hotel Use to Accommodate 100 Guestrooms. In addition, the applicant
requests Approval of an Architectural Review and Historic Review
Application for Interior and Exterior Renovations to the Hotel President and
a Parking Adjustment to Accommodate the Conversion to a Hotel Use. The
Applicant also requests a Conditional Use Permit to Allow for Restoration
and Use of a Historic Rooftop Garden. Proposed Revisions Include
Structural and Seismic Retrofit of the Existing Structure. Zone District:
Downtown Commercial District with Ground Floor and Pedestrian Overlays
(CD-C)(GF)(P). Environmental Assessment: Exempt from the Provisions of
the California Environmental Quality Act Pursuant to CEQA Guidelines
Sections 15332 (in-fill development), 15331 (Historical Resource
Restoration/Rehabilitation), 15301 (Existing Facilities) and 15302
(Replacement or Reconstruction).
Category 2 19PLN-00038
25 525 UNIVERSITY AV 120-03-069 HR Minor
Board
Request for Minor Staff Architectural Review and Board Level Historic
Resources Board Review to Allow the renovation of the exterior landscape
courts. A new metal pergola structure attached to the west side of the
historic 525 University Avenue main tower; and a new free standing pergola
to the upper plaza. Replacement of curtain wall at all four sides of the first
three stories of main tower building with in-kind glazing/mullion pattern and
low e-glass, while retaining the existing granite spandrel and cladding on the
historic building facade. Environmental Assessment: Exempt from the
California Environmental Quality Act per Sections 15301 (Existing Facilities)
and 15331 (Historic Resources Rehabilitation). Zoning District: CS-C
(P)(Commercial Service, Community, Pedestrian Shopping)
21PLN-00209
26 939 UNIVERSITY AV 003-04-012 HR Minor
Board
Request by Joyce Wang for Historic Resources Board Review of additions
(100 sf on first floor and 149 sf on second floor) to an existing Category 2
home in the R-1 zone district.
14PLN-00334
27 1010 WAVERLEY ST 120-18-008 Permit
Issued
REMODEL HOUSE THROUGHOUT THE BASEMENT, FIRST AND SECOND
FLOOR and ADU Professorville 1046 & 24BL 4/16/2024 8/27/2024
28 1136 WAVERLEY ST 120-18-055 Finaled
RESIDENTIAL REMODEL 1600 SF AND REPAIR INCLUDES VOLUNTARY
SEISMIC UPGRADE OF CRIPPLE WALL AND CONNECTION TO (E) FIRST
FLOOR DIAPHRAGM, REPLACE FAILING FOUNDATION AND RETAINING
WALLS AND UPGRADE IN BASEMENT AND CONNECTION TO UPPER
FLOORS***Add to scope work to include new light wells dt 11/23/21***
DEMO EXISTING GARAGE (433 SF) PREP FOR NEW GARAGE (433 SF)
Category 3;
Professorville
20000-02419
& 21BLD-
02548
10/7/2021 2/23/2022
29 1146 WAVERLEY ST 120-18-056 Finaled RESIDENTIAL NEW 326 TRELLIS SCOPE OF WORK INCLUDES NEW
DRIVEWAY AND CURB CUT
Category 4;
Professorville 15000-03232 12/14/2015 2/8/2017
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Address APN Status Description Historic
Categor Permit #Date
Open
Date
Issued
30 1207 WAVERLEY ST 120-19-033 Finaled REPLACE TWO EXISTING REAR WINDOWS AND REDUCE SIZES, ADD ONE
(N) EXTERIOR LIGHT Professorville 19000-01371 6/7/2019 9/3/2020
31 1245 WAVERLEY ST 120-19-029 Finaled Tear off existing waterproofing at rear roof deck and install 1/4” Dens Deck
with 60 mil TPO. repair guardrails, drainage.Professorville 25BLD-00326 1/31/2025 2/24/2025
32 1321 WAVERLEY ST 120-19-032 Finaled
RESIDENTIAL REMODEL OF (E) GUEST BATHROOM ON 2ND FLOOR (70
SF) MODIFIED MEP THROUGHOUT (LIGHTING / ELECTRICAL, BATH FAN,
TOILET, SHOWER)
Professorville 18000-00179 1/23/2018 1/23/2018
33 1327 WAVERLEY ST 120-19-030 Finaled
REMODEL KITCHEN AND (4) BATHROOMS, FAMILY ROOM CEILING, FIRE
PLACE, FRENCH DOORS. REMODEL LIVING ROOM: REPLACE FRENCH
DOORS AND FIRE PLACE. REPLACE WINDOWS (~48 WINDOWS AND
DOORS) AND INSTALL RECESSED LIGHTS THROUGHOUT THE HOUSE.
LEGALIZE TWO UNPERMITTED AC UNITS AT SIDE YARD.
Professorville 22BLD-02770 11/3/2022 1/25/2023
34 1432 WEBSTER ST 120-08-047 Finaled NEW DETACHED GARAGE 265SF. Category 3 16000-02058 8/16/2016 4/10/2018
35 1432 WEBSTER ST 120-08-047 HR Minor
Staff
Request by Backen Gillam Kroeger Architects on behalf of the property
owner, Gregory Lee, for Single Family Residential Individual Review and
Historic Review for permission to construct a new two-story addition to an
existing one-story single-family residence located at 1432 Webster Street.
Zone: Single-Family Residential (R-1). Historic Category: 3.Category 3
16PLN-00099
36 243 WEBSTER ST 120-02-033 Finaled
CODE ENFORCEMENT DIRECT REPLACEMENT KITCHEN REMODEL AND
BATH REMODEL TOTAL 100SF . REPLACE WALL HEATER AND GAS LEAK
REPAIR.
Category 2 22BLD-01798 7/13/2022 7/15/2022
29 Pease South Palo Alto / Ramona / College Terrace Edge (Ramona, Tasso, Yale, Edgewood, Park, Stanford fringe)
31 Ulinskas Midtown (Churchill, Coleridge, Greenmeadow, Miramonte, Page Mill, Park Blvd)
30 Eagleston-Cieslewicz Old Palo Alto / Professorville South (Cowper, Kipling, Byron, Forest, Hawthorne, Kellogg)
32 ice Chair Willis Crescent Park / Embarcadero / Stanford Vicinity (Emerson, Bryant, Channing, Lincoln, Stanford Ave, Rinconada)
36 Chair Rohman Downtown / University Ave / Professorville Core (University Ave, Waverley, Kingsley, Homer, Lytton, Addison, Webster)
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Historic Resources Board
Staff Report
From: Planning and Development Services Director
Lead Department: Planning and Development Services
Meeting Date: January 8, 2026
Report #: 2512-5786
TITLE
Approval of Historic Resources Board Draft Minutes of November 13, 2025
RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends the Historic Resources Board (HRB) review and approve the attached
meeting minutes.
ATTACHMENTS
Attachment A: November 13, 2025 Draft HRB Minutes
AUTHOR/TITLE:
HRB Liaison1 & Contact Information
Steven Switzer, Senior Historic Planner
(650) 329-2321
Steven.Switzer@PaloAlto.gov
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HISTORIC RESOURCES BOARD MEETING
DRAFT MINUTES: NOVEMBER 13, 2025
Council Chambers and Hybrid
8:30 a.m.
Call to Order / Roll Call
The Historic Resources Board (HRB) of the City of Palo Alto met on November 13, 2025, in Council
Chambers and virtual teleconference at 8:30 a.m.
Present: Chair Rohman, Vice Chair Willis, Board Member Eagleston-Cieslewicz, Board Member
Ulinskas, Board Member Pease, Council Member George Lu
Absent: None
Agenda Changes, Additions and Deletions
There were no changes planned.
Public Comment
There were no requests to speak.
City Official Reports
1. Historic Resources Board Schedule of Meetings and Assignments
Historic Preservation Planner Steven Switzer reviewed the remaining meeting schedule for 2025, noting
that the final scheduled meeting is December 11, 2025. A pending project may be deferred to January
2026. Mr. Switzer also provided an update regarding 1680 Bryant Street, noting that despite the Board’s
recommendation to maintain the current historic category, staff is moving forward with a downgrade
request based on the City’s preservation consultant. The item will appear on the City Council consent
calendar on December 1.
Vice Chair Willis questioned why the item was on the consent calendar and how that aligned with the
Board’s prior determination that the category should not change.
Mr. Switzer explained that designation changes typically involve upgrades, noting this request was
unusual as a downgrade. Mr. Switzer stated that such items are reviewed by the HRB for
recommendation and then forwarded to Council on the consent calendar, unless 3 Council Members
request it be pulled for separate action.
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13, 2025 Draft HRB Minutes
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PUBLIC COMMENT
No requests to speak.
Action Item
2. Historic Resources Board Awards
Mr. Switzer presented proposed bylaw amendments to establish an HRB Preservation Awards program.
The program would follow a 5-year cycle, with awards presented during National Preservation Month
beginning in May 2026. Draft language (Attachment B) added 3 sections. One section outlined the
purpose of the Preservation Awards and established criteria, with the number of awards determined by
the sitting board to allow flexibility for future boards. Another section addressed how the awards would
be presented. This aligns with the Architectural Review Board’s (ARB) award program and similar
language added to their bylaws. Regarding evaluation criteria, the staff compiled a list of 159 projects
reviewed over the past 10 years (Attachment A). Discussion for the Board at this meeting would focus
on how to parse out the 159 projects or whether to pursue an alternative approach. Mr. Switzer
provided case studies not included in the staff report, noting the need for flexibility and the potential
inclusion of a stewardship award or categories beyond built projects. Mr. Switzer gave an example of
the Governor’s Historic Preservation Awards, which are organized into 2 main categories: (1) individuals,
organizations, and agencies that sponsor historic preservation efforts, and (2) projects, including
building restoration or rehabilitation and programs or activities at historic sites. Mr. Switzer also cited
the National Trust for Historic Preservation as an example, noting that its awards are named for
individuals and generally grouped into preservation projects, organizational awards, stewardship, and
federal partnership categories.
Chair Rohman agreed with presenting the items separately and suggested first finalizing the language in
Sections 8.0, 8.1, and 8.2 before discussing award capacity and criteria, noting that Article VIII must be
approved before proceeding further.
Vice Chair Willis asked whether the list of 159 projects included demolitions and, if so, the reason for
their inclusion. Vice Chair Willis cited 1201 Bryant Street in Professorville as an example, noting it
appeared to involve a full demolition and construction of a new 2-story, single-family residence, based
on online information, though she had not visited the site. Vice Chair Willis wondered if this property
was considered improved infill over the prior structure and therefore potentially award-worthy.
Mr. Switzer responded that demolition references on the list likely involved non-historic or accessory
structures, such as garages. Mr. Switzer stated the City would not award demolition of historic resources
and offered to review the project list for clarification. Mr. Switzer stated that, to his recollection, the
property was within a historic district but the structure itself was not historic, and noted staff could
confirm this in the project records.
Board Member Ulinskas noted that Professorville has design guidelines for elements such as massing
and rooflines and suggested the project could be evaluated based on its compliance with those
standards.
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Chair Rohman redirected the discussion to Article VIII, emphasizing the need to approve this before
proceeding further. Chair Rohman questioned the wording of "on compliance to" and suggested revising
that phrase to "in compliance with." Chair Rohman also suggested editing Section 8.2 to replace
“winning projects” with “awarded projects,” noting the program is not a contest.
Board Member Ulinskas asked for clarification on Section 8.0, confirming that the awards program
would occur every 5 years and that the project list would be reevaluated as part of that cycle.
Mr. Switzer confirmed that was the intent of the language.
Chair Rohman verified that projects through the end of 2025 would be eligible, with awards presented
in spring 2026, aligned with the ARB awards and National Preservation Month. Chair Rohman opened
the floor for discussion on award categories, criteria, etc.
Board Member Eagleston-Cieslewicz stated she had not reviewed all projects and requested additional
time. Board Member Eagleston-Cieslewicz asked whether projects not yet finalized on the list would be
eligible this cycle and whether they were expected to be completed by year’s end.
Mr. Switzer responded that eligibility criteria were for the Board to determine, noting that ARB awards
require completed projects. Mr. Switzer acknowledged some project statuses may have changed and
stated the list could be updated or revised based on the HRB's direction.
Board Member Eagleston-Cieslewicz cited the property at 1023 Forest Avenue as a promising project
previously reviewed by the Board but noted uncertainty about whether it would be completed in time.
Chair Rohman noted the need to determine whether projects must reach a certain level of completion
to be eligible for awards and stated that the referenced project was not close to completion.
Board Member Eagleston-Cieslewicz suggested that incomplete projects may roll to the 2030 cycle,
proposed separate residential and commercial categories, supported recognizing smaller projects, and
endorsed maintaining flexible categories to allow acknowledgment of exceptional projects not
predefined.
Chair Rohman stated she reviewed the Excel list, reorganized it by street name for clarity, and had
reviewed about half of the projects, noting uncertainty about whether her Google document could be
shared.
Mr. Switzer advised that, to avoid Brown Act violations, the document should be sent to staff for
distribution.
Chair Rohman noted that many reviewed projects involved additions and ADUs and questioned their
suitability for awards. Chair Rohman suggested considering projects such as seismic retrofits and roof
replacements that extend the life of historic structures, citing recent roof work at Lucie Stern
Community Center and Gunn High School.
Board Member Eagleston-Cieslewicz added that sensitive window replacements could also qualify as
preservation efforts. Board Member Eagleston-Cieslewicz observed that ADUs may be considered
separately and noted that some ADUs may warrant recognition if designed sensitively.
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Board Member Ulinskas stated that recognizing a well-designed ADU could be appropriate and serve as
a positive example.
Chair Rohman supported treating ADUs as a separate category and would defer further consideration to
the subcommittee.
Board Member Ulinskas noted uncertainty about the scope of several 2-story addition projects and
asked whether there was an easier way than reviewing permit records to determine what was added.
Board Member Ulinskas cited 251 Lincoln as a major resource with what appeared to be a distinct yet
compatible addition and requested confirmation of the project details.
Mr. Switzer noted that Planning entitlements and plan sets can be reviewed through Palo Alto
BuildingEye, while building permits require additional review. Mr. Switzer stated that as the list is
narrowed, staff could provide clarification on project scopes, including relevant portions of plan sets
showing additions or structural work. Mr. Switzer invited Board Members to submit questions about
specific properties for staff follow-up and clarification, noting many projects predated his tenure and
that staff and the Board would work collaboratively to refine the award program and evaluation
process.
Board Member Eagleston-Cieslewicz cited an example of a property on the list that involved the removal
of a historically inappropriate addition and observed that such improvements may require site
familiarity or looking at Google maps with the history feature to fully understand.
Vice Chair Willis questioned whether roles should be clarified given the size of the 159-project list and
asked whether review responsibilities should be delegated.
Board Member Ulinskas and Board Member Eagleston-Cieslewicz stated they were was open to
delegating certain categories.
Vice Chair Willis clarified that her concern was about the process for narrowing the list to identify viable
award candidates.
Mr. Switzer explained that, similar to the ARB process, the 159 projects could be divided among Board
Members, resulting in approximately 30–31 projects per member for review.
Chair Rohman asked whether projects should be assigned by page for review.
Vice Chair Willis suggested organizing and assigning the list by street name to review in order to reduce
driving back and forth between parts of the City.
Chair Rohman asked for clarification on review criteria, specifically whether Board Members should
identify projects to remove from consideration. Chair Rohman noted having reviewed most of the list
and formed preliminary recommendations but emphasized the lack of defined categories and the
importance of full Board review to avoid missing potential award types, citing ADUs as an example.
Mr. Switzer suggested making the review more manageable by dividing the list among Board Members
and applying defined categories as a review lens. Mr. Switzer recommended discussing and narrowing
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categories, such as commercial and residential projects, potentially including an ADU category, and
noted that awards could also recognize organizations in the community.
Board Member Ulinskas proposed residential subcategories of exterior rehabilitation, additions or
expansions, ADUs or conversions, and new builds, noting the value of highlighting exemplary new builds
in historic neighborhoods.
Vice Chair Willis asked whether proposed new construction awards would apply specifically to projects
within historic districts and be evaluated for compatibility within the district.
Board Member Ulinskas clarified his suggestion that new construction awards would not be limited to
historic districts and would recognize projects that are sensitive in massing and scale.
Vice Chair Willis questioned how new construction relates to preservation.
Board Member Ulinskas replied that recognizing sensitive new construction can support preservation by
maintaining neighborhood scale and massing, particularly in contrast to overbuilt projects.
Vice Chair Willis expressed the view that evaluating new construction falls under the ARB’s purview
rather than the HRB’s.
Chair Rohman suggested limiting residential awards to 3 or 5 categories and emphasized the need to
prioritize. Chair Rohman identified preservation and rehabilitation as top priorities and invited
suggestions for additional categories. Chair Rohman stated a preference for focusing on permitted
projects. Chair Rohman stated there is another award program yearly in Palo Alto that recognizes
stewardship, individuals and organizations.
Vice Chair Willis recommended reviewing a refined list to identify the strongest projects from the past
10 years, noting uncertainty about available candidates. Vice Chair Willis supported rehabilitation and
preservation as categories but emphasized aligning selections with the Board’s mission.
Board Member Eagleston-Cieslewicz noted that categories are intended to be flexible, allowing for
multiple or no awards as appropriate. Board Member Eagleston-Cieslewicz supported using categories
as a lens to evaluate rather than a constraint, encouraged bringing forward exceptional projects that
may not fit neatly within those categories, and expressed a preference for focusing on permitted
projects rather than stewardship awards that may duplicate other programs.
Vice Chair Willis felt that acknowledging individuals who have played a foundational role in the City’s
preservation program would be a great idea for these first set of awards.
Mr. Switzer noted that the ARB has used “Board’s Choice” or “Honorable Mention” awards for projects
that do not fit standard categories and suggested the HRB consider a similar approach. Mr. Switzer
noted that he had summarized discussion points on the screen and would maintain and refine the list as
discussion continues.
Chair Rohman requested adding preservation and rehabilitation categories under both residential and
commercial awards. Chair Rohman suggested reviewing the 159 projects through agreed-upon
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residential and commercial award categories, noting that even if no strong candidates emerge in certain
categories, the framework would help guide the review process.
Board Member Pease agreed that residential and commercial categories with preservation and
rehabilitation were appropriate, suggested grouping additions, ADUs, and exterior modifications
together, and expressed interest in recognizing smaller projects to make the awards more accessible to
property owners.
Mr. Switzer referenced the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards, which has 4 treatment categories:
preservation, rehabilitation, restoration, and reconstruction. Mr. Switzer explained that additions,
exterior modifications, and ADUs most often fall under rehabilitation. Mr. Switzer clarified that
preservation focuses on maintenance, restoration involves removal of non-historic elements, and
reconstruction is rare locally, citing 1023 Forest Avenue as an example.
Chair Rohman suggested adding restoration under both residential and commercial categories and
adding adaptive reuse under commercial, citing the Palo Alto Museum as a strong candidate and noting
it could also fit under restoration or rehabilitation.
Mr. Switzer asked whether exterior modifications, additions, and ADUs could be encompassed within
the preservation, rehabilitation, and restoration categories to streamline the list.
Vice Chair Willis suggested placing exterior modifications, additions, and ADUs under the rehabilitation
category.
Board Member Ulinskas reiterated interest in recognizing smaller projects, such as window
replacements or reroofing, echoing comments about the value of acknowledging smaller-scale work.
Chair Rohman noted the need to define what constitutes a small project, citing examples such as
exterior repainting that contribute to preservation. Chair Rohman acknowledged potential overlap
among categories but emphasized recognizing meaningful maintenance and preservation efforts.
Board Member Eagleston-Cieslewicz highlighted the value of flexibility when reviewing projects, noting
that smaller efforts such as gate replacement or exterior repainting can be impactful and worthy of
recognition.
Board Member Ulinskas supported recognizing smaller-scale projects, noting that even modest
upgrades can meaningfully respect and reinforce historic context.
Board Member Pease asked how to distinguish preservation work from routine maintenance,
questioning whether criteria would include factors such as historical accuracy or period appropriateness.
Chair Rohman agreed that distinction warrants further discussion and proposed she could review all
projects on the list to identify potential candidates, assign preliminary categories, and return with
recommendations at the December meeting for further Board discussion and comparison.
Board Member Eagleston-Cieslewicz noted that once the list is narrowed, the Board can more fully
evaluate project details that may not be evident from the list alone.
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Board Member Pease asked how easily award categories could be modified once initially established.
Chair Rohman stated that, under the newly adopted bylaws, the Board may revise award categories
every 5 years.
Board Member Pease suggested starting with a simpler set of categories for the initial cycle and
evaluating the results afterward.
Chair Rohman asked Board Member Pease to clarify what he meant by a simpler set of categories.
Board Member Pease explained that a simpler approach could involve grouping similar project types,
such as additions or compatible ADUs, into broader categories to streamline the process, noting that
doing so would help build institutional knowledge through the initial award cycle.
Chair Rohman supported a simplified approach, proposing that the Board review the 159 projects under
residential and commercial categories using the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for preservation,
rehabilitation, and restoration, with adaptive reuse added for commercial projects. Chair Rohman
suggested using these standards as a guiding framework for the initial cycle, with flexibility for future
discussion and adjustment.
Board Member Pease suggested including a catch-all category that would allow Board Members to
advocate for projects that do not fit neatly within the defined categories but meet preservation-related
criteria.
Board Member Ulinskas was intrigued by a potential “Board’s Choice” example, citing 221 Kingsley
Avenue, where a historic shingle-style house was lifted and rotated on-site rather than demolished to
accommodate backyard amenities, viewing this as a noteworthy preservation-minded approach.
Vice Chair Willis agreed the project warranted discussion and emphasized the importance of a site visit,
noting that while the relocated house now blends with the Ramona Street block, it lost some of its
original historic presence and context.
Board Member Eagleston-Cieslewicz pointed out that the project at 221 Kingsley is approximately 10
years old and had previously received an award, noting that while it falls within the review period, it is
not a recent project.
Chair Rohman summarized that the purpose of the discussion was to establish Article VIII and agree on
award categories to guide review of the project list. Chair Rohman asked whether the Board agreed with
the proposed categories and requested a commitment to return in December, led by the awards
subcommittee, to discuss potential award candidates for May 2026.
Mr. Switzer explained that 9 potential award categories were shown as review lenses and that staff
would divide the project list by geographic proximity, assigning approximately 30 projects to each Board
Member to review through those categories. Mr. Switzer noted that category applicability would vary by
area and that the goal was to reduce the list prior to the December meeting, with further refinement
through discussion.
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Board Member Eagleston-Cieslewicz asked whether staff would assign the project lists and inquired
about notifying staff of any potential conflicts of interest with assigned properties.
Mr. Switzer stated that he would review conflict-of-interest maps and assign projects accordingly to
avoid potential conflicts.
Chair Rohman stated that, with categories established, she was comfortable dividing the list for
individual review. Chair Rohman noted she would still review the full list and asked whether the Board
was comfortable with that approach.
Mr. Switzer suggested that a motion could continue the discussion to the December meeting.
PUBLIC COMMENT
No requests to speak.
Board Member Ulinskas asked whether projects with issued permits would remain on the list at this
stage.
Board Member Eagleston-Cieslewicz stated that permit-issued projects should remain on the list, noting
that some have been completed.
Mr. Switzer stated that staff would update the list by verifying the current permit status of each project.
Chair Rohman requested that staff group the projects in a more manageable format for review, such as
by street or area of the City.
Board Member Ulinskas asked whether projects shown with a white status indicated they had not yet
reached the permit stage.
Mr. Switzer explained that the projects shown with a white status were drawn from planning
entitlements in Accela and may not reflect building permit statuses. Mr. Switzer noted that some
entitlements, such as 1023 Forest Avenue, had been closed following Board action but were not marked
as finaled or permit issued and stated staff could update the list to clearly identify planning entitlement
projects for consistency.
Vice Chair Willis requested that Board Members be given more than 1 week to review their assigned
projects.
Chair Rohman requested that staff include a copy of the slide showing the award categories when
distributing the assigned project lists to Board Members.
MOTION: Vice Chair Willis moved, seconded by Board Member Eagleston-Cieslewicz, to adopt Article
VIII as written regarding preservation awards to the ordinance.
VOTE: The motion passed 5-0.
MOTION: Chair Rohman moved, secondary by Board Member Eagleston-Cieslewicz, to direct City staff
to split up the list of projects from the last 10 years as presented on the screen and assign them to
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individual Board Members, who will then evaluate based on the list of criteria and return in December
to discuss.
VOTE: The motion passed 5-0.
3. Approval of Historic Resources Board Draft Minutes of September 11, 2025
MOTION: Vice Chair Willis moved, seconded by Board Member Eagleston-Cieslewicz, to approve the
draft meeting minutes from September 11, 2025, as written.
VOTE: The motion passed 5-0.
4. Approval of Historic Resources Board Draft Minutes of October 9, 2025
Administrative Associate Samuel Tavera noted that Board Member Pease was absent from the October
9 meeting and therefore could vote on the minutes only if he had reviewed them; otherwise, he would
need to abstain.
Board Member Pease chose to abstain from this vote.
Vice Chair Willis requested a correction to the minutes on Page 2 (Packet Page 30), noting that the
reference to “their request to upgrade the Local Inventory reclassification” was incorrect and should
reflect a downgrade of the local inventory reclassification.
Mr. Switzer acknowledged the correction, confirming that the applicant requested a downgrade rather
than an upgrade, and stated that staff would revise the minutes accordingly, noting Packet Page 30 for
the record.
Vice Chair Willis asked about the process for revising and retaining corrected minutes, noting concern
that the error could be misleading.
Mr. Switzer explained that once approved, meeting minutes are posted to the City website for the
corresponding meeting, and any Board-approved corrections are incorporated into the final version
uploaded.
Vice Chair Willis asked whether the corrected minutes would reflect that the request was for a
downgrade when reviewed by Council, and Mr. Switzer confirmed this. Vice Chair Willis noted frequent
use of the word “opined” in the October 9 minutes and suggested using alternative wording.
MOTION: Chair Rohman moved, seconded by Vice Chair Willis, to approve the minutes from October 9,
2025, as amended.
VOTE: The motion 4-0, with Board Member Pease abstaining.
Announcements
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Vice Chair Willis noted progress on the upgraded inventory list, stating that an initial, streamlined set of
data fields such as construction date, location, and key characteristics would be used, with the intent to
expand the information over time as the inventory is further developed.
Adjournment
Adjourned at 9:33 a.m.
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