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HomeMy WebLinkAbout301 W. Longden Ave 6008 Friends Avenue, Whittier, California 90601-3724 or 1941 E. Pegasus Drive, Tempe, Arizona 85283 (562) 696-3852 (CA Office and FAX) (480) 664-0682 (AZ Office and FAX) Email = jeanette.mckennaetal@gmail.com McKenna et al. History/Archaeology/Architectural History/Ethnography/Paleontology Jeanette A. McKenna, MA, HonDL Reg. Professional Archaeologist Owner and Principal Investigator March 20, 2019 City of Arcadia Attn: Lisa Flores 240 W. Huntington Drive Arcadia, California 91066 RE: 301 W. Longden Avenue, Arcadia. Ms. Flores: McKenna et al. recently completed an architectural assessment of the property at 301 W. Longden Avenue, a 1949 California Ranch style residential property. This property is not listed in the City’s listing of historically sensitive properties. This residence was evaluated against National Register of Historic Places (National Register) and California Register of Historical Resources (California Register) eligibility criteria. Because Arcadia does not yet have a historic preservation ordinance in place, establishing local eligibility criteria, McKenna et al. was only able to evaluate the property against the federal and state eligibility criteria, with consideration for local recognition. My evaluation resulted in a determination that this property is not eligible for listing as an “individually eligible resource” and, therefore, assigned the designated code of 6Z (see attached forms). If you have any questions, please feel free to contact my office in Whittier, CA. Sincerely, Jeanette A. McKenna Jeanette A. McKenna, Principal DPR 523A (3/19) * Required Information State of California DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION PRIMARY RECORD Primary # HRI # Trinomial Other Listings: Review Code: 6Z Reviewer: Jeanette A. McKenna Date: 03/19/19 Page 1 of 78 *Resource Name or # (assigned by recorder) 301 W. Longden Avenue, Arcadia, CA 91007 P1. Other Identifier: APN 5785-022-001 *P2. Location Not for Publication X Unrestricted *P2a. County: Los Angeles P2b. USGS 7.5’ Quad: El Monte Date: 1994 T 1S ; R 11W; SE ¼ of NW ¼ of Sec. 4 ; S.B.B.M. P2c. Address: 301 W. Longden Avenue City: Arcadia Zip: 91007 P2d. UTMs: NAD 83 Zone: 11 403897 mE 3775396 mN P2e. Other Locational Data: (e.g.: parcel #, directions to resource, elevation, etc., as appropriate) North side of W. Longden Avenue; between El Monte Avenue and Holly Avenue; eleventh lot east of Holly Avenue. NAD 27 UTMs = 403977 Easting, 3775199 Northing; 121 meters AMSL. *P3a. Description: (Describe resource and its major elements. Include design, materials, condition, alterations, size, setting, and boundaries.) See Continuation Sheet. P3b. Resource Attributes: (List attributes and codes.) HP-2 (Single Family Residence) *P4. Resources Present: □ Building □ Structure □ Object X Site □ District □ Element of District □ Others (Isolate, etc.) P5a. Photo or Drawing (Photo Required for Buildings, Structures, and Objects.) P5b: Description of Photo: South Elevation (NE); 3/18/19 *P6. Date of Construction/Age X Historic □ Prehistoric □ Both *P7. Owner and Address: Ms. Wu (c/o Robert Tong) 270 W. LeRoy Avenue Arcadia, California 91007 *P8. Recorded by: McKenna et al. Jeanette McKenna 6008 Friends Avenue Whittier, California 90601 *P9. Date Recorded: March 19, 2019 *P10. Survey Type: Archit. Assess. *P11. Report Citation: (Cite survey report and other sources, or enter “None.”) McKenna, Jeanette A. (2019) – An Architectural Assessment of the Residential Property at 301 W. Longden Avenue, Arcadia, California 91007. On file, McKenna et al., Whittier, California. *Attachments □ NONE X Location Map X Sketch Map X Continuation Sheet X BSO Record □ Archaeological Record □ District Record □ Linear Feature Record □ Milling Station Record □ Rock Art Record □ Artifact Record □ Photographic Record X Other (List): Photos DPR 523B (3/19) * Required Information State of California DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION BUILDING, STRUCTURE, AND Primary # HRI # OBJECT RECORD Page 2 of 78 *NRHP Status Code 6Z *Resource Name or # (assigned by recorder) 301 W. Longden Avenue, Arcadia, California B1. Historic Name: Cecil H. Burns Residence B2. Common Name: APN 5785-022-001 B3. Original Use: Residential B4. Present Use: Residential *B5. Architectural Style: California Ranch *B6. Construction History: (Construction Date, Alterations, and dates of Alterations) Originally built in 1949 as a three bedroom, two bath residence; addition in 1976 included another bedroom and bath, along with a laundry room; current description lists four bedrooms, three baths, and 2,743 square feet of living space. See Continuation Sheet for additional details. *B7. Moved? X No □ Yes □ Unknown Date: Original Location: *B8. Related Features: Detached carport; ramada; laundry room; landscaping; extended driveway; block walls. B9a. Architect: Unknown B9b. Builder: Cecil H. Burns *B10. Significance: Theme: Residential Area: City of Arcadia, Los Angeles County Period of Significance: Post-WWII Property Type: Residential Applicable Criteria: NONE (Discuss importance in terms of historical or architectural context as defined by theme, period, and geographic scope. Also address integrity.) This property is indicative of relatively early improvements outside the core area of the City of Arcadia – within the City when mapped in 1938 (Tract No. 11491). Surrounding residences reflect the pre- and post-WWII to modern periods of expansion within the City. The devel- opment periods are representative of the population growth and need for affordable housing in the LA suburbs, especially areas within the San Gabriel Valley. In this case, larger lots originally designated for light agriculture or animals were subdivided by the owner(s), when possible or when finances re- quired or facilitated the sale of property. Arcadia developed as a middle-lower middle class commu- nity for working class families and later provided housing for more affluent homeowners. B11. Additional Resource Attributes: (List Attributes and Codes) None *B12. References: McKenna (2019) B13. Remarks: Proposed for demolition. (Sketch map with North Arrow Required) *B14. Evaluator: Jeanette A. McKenna *Date of Evaluation: March 19, 2019 (This space reserved for official comments) DPR 523K (3/19) * Required Information State of California DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION SKETCH MAP Primary # HRI # Trinomial Page 3 of 78 *Resource Name or # (assigned by recorder) 301 W. Longden Avenue, Arcadia, CA Drawn by: Jeanette A. McKenna, McKenna et al., Whittier, California *Date March 19, 2019 DPR 523J (3/19) * Required Information State of California DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION LOCATION MAP Primary # HRI # Trinomial Page 4 of 78 *Resource Name or # (assigned by recorder) 301 W. Longden Avenue, Arcadia, CA *Map Name: USGS El Monte Quadrangle *Scale 1:24,000 *Date of Map 1994 DPR 523L (3/19) * Required Information State of California DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION CONTINUATION SHEET Primary # HRI # Trinomial Page 5 of 78 *Resource Name or # (assigned by recorder) 301 W. Longden Avenue, Arcadia, CA Recorded by: Jeanette A. McKenna *Date March 19, 2019 X Continuation Update DPR 523L (3/19) * Required Information State of California DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION CONTINUATION SHEET Primary # HRI # Trinomial Page 6 of 78 *Resource Name or # (assigned by recorder) 301 W. Longden Avenue, Arcadia, California Recorded by: Jeanette A. McKenna *Date March 19, 2019 X Continuation Update DPR 523L (3/19) * Required Information State of California DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION CONTINUATION SHEET Primary # HRI # Trinomial Page 7 of 78 *Resource Name or # (assigned by recorder) 301 W. Longden Avenue, Arcadia, CA 91007 Recorded by: Jeanette A. McKenna *Date March 19, 2019 X Continuation Update DPR 523L (3/19) * Required Information State of California DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION CONTINUATION SHEET Primary # HRI # Trinomial Page 8 of 78 *Resource Name or # (assigned by recorder) 301 W. Longden Avenue, Arcadia, California Recorded by: Jeanette A. McKenna *Date March 19, 2019 X Continuation Update DPR 523K (3/19) * Required Information State of California DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION SKETCH MAP Primary # HRI # Trinomial Page 9 of 78 *Resource Name or # (assigned by recorder) 301 W. Longden Avenue, Arcadia, CA Drawn by: Jeanette A. McKenna, McKenna et al., Whittier, California *Date March 19, 2019 1858 DPR 523K (3/19) * Required Information State of California DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION SKETCH MAP Primary # HRI # Trinomial Page 10 of 78 *Resource Name or # (assigned by recorder) 301 W. Longden Avenue, Arcadia, CA Drawn by: Jeanette A. McKenna, McKenna et al., Whittier, California *Date March 19, 2019 DPR 523K (3/19) * Required Information State of California DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION SKETCH MAP Primary # HRI # Trinomial Page 11 of 78 *Resource Name or # (assigned by recorder) 301 W. Longden Avenue, Arcadia, CA Drawn by: Jeanette A. McKenna, McKenna et al., Whittier, California *Date March 19, 2019 1910 DPR 523K (3/19) * Required Information State of California DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION SKETCH MAP Primary # HRI # Trinomial Page 12 of 78 *Resource Name or # (assigned by recorder) 301 W. Longden Avenue, Arcadia, CA Drawn by: Jeanette A. McKenna, McKenna et al., Whittier, California *Date March 19, 2019 DPR 523K (3/19) * Required Information State of California DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION SKETCH MAP Primary # HRI # Trinomial Page 13 of 78 *Resource Name or # (assigned by recorder) 301 W. Longden Avenue, Arcadia, CA Drawn by: Jeanette A. McKenna, McKenna et al., Whittier, California *Date March 19, 2019 DPR 523L (3/19) * Required Information State of California DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION CONTINUATION SHEET Primary # HRI # Trinomial Page 14 of 78 *Resource Name or # (assigned by recorder) 301 W. Longden Avenue, Arcadia, CA 91007 Recorded by: Jeanette A. McKenna *Date March 19, 2019 X Continuation Update The property located at 301 W. Longden Avenue, Arcadia, Los Angeles County, is cross-refer- enced as Assessor Parcel No. 5785-022-001 and is located on the north side of W. Longden Avenue, west of El Monte Avenue and east of Holly Avenue (almost mid-block). The improve- ments associated with this property are described as dating to 1949 and currently consisting of four bedrooms, three baths, and 2,743 square feet of living space . There is a detached carport (3 stalls), a large ramada, and a stand-alone secondary structure tentatively identified as the laun- dry room (built in 1976). Vegetation (landscaping) includes both decorative plants and mature and young trees. There are planters and potted plants, as well as a small, open garden. This property was originally defined as Lot 11 of Tract No. 11491 (1938), as a 100 ft. x 245 ft. lot. These dimensions have not changed since they were originally identified. Covering an area of 24,500 square feet, this lit is approximately 3.5 times the size of a modern single family residential property (aka 7,000 square feet). This property is west of Santa Anita Avenue and was outside the historic core area of the City of Arcadia. W hen originally developed (ca. 1949), this property was not included in historic Sanborn Fire Insurance maps. As mapped, this property is just south of the historic Rancho Santa Anita and within the within the historic Rancho San Francisquito. Later, having been purchased by Elias J. Baldwin, the property was within Lot 1 (248+ acres) of historic Tract 951, mapped in 1910. This large area was not subdivided until the 1930s, with the establishment of Tract No. 11491 (ca. 1938). When mapped, this tract was identified as the property of Charles D. Baker and H.D. Hause, in association with the Bank of American National Trust and Savings Association. In 1938, this property was identi- fied as Parcel 11 (later redefined as Parcel 1). While some properties within the tract were im- proved fairly early, other properties (as this) were not developed until after WWII. A review of dates of construction for the properties surrounding 301 W. Longden Avenue yielded the following: 239 W. Longden Avenue 1941-1964 245 W. Longden Avenue 1940-1965 255 W. Longden Avenue 1946-1950 260 W. Longden Avenue 1948-1953 263 W. Longden Avenue Modern 268 W. Longden Avenue 1990 269 W. Longden Avenue 2013 275 W. Longden Avenue 1940-1967 276 W. Longden Avenue 2001 300 W. Longden Avenue 2013-2014 DPR 523L (3/19) * Required Information State of California DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION CONTINUATION SHEET Primary # HRI # Trinomial Page 15 of 78 *Resource Name or # (assigned by recorder) 301 W. Longden Avenue, Arcadia, CA 91007 Recorded by: Jeanette A. McKenna *Date March 19, 2019 X Continuation Update 301 W. Longden Avenue 1949 310 W. Longden Avenue 1941-1960 311 W. Longden Avenue 1991 315 W. Longden Avenue 1941-1955 316 W. Longden Avenue 1940-1959 325 W. Longden Avenue 1941-1961 328 W. Longden Avenue 1998 330 W. Longden Avenue 1940-1964 335 W. Longden Avenue 1940-1955 339 W. Longden Avenue 1942-1949 340 W. Longden Avenue 1940 345 W. Longden Avenue 2001 350 W. Longden Avenue 2014 355 W. Longden Avenue 1940-1968 356 W. Longden Avenue 1942-1946 Of the 25 properties listed, 9 post-date 1990 (6 of which post-date 2001); 3 date to 1946-1949; and the remaining 13 date to 1940-1942. The area is now a mix of styles, sizes, and dates of construction, resulting in a loss of integrity for the neighborhood and, therefore, no potential for an architectural district. In the case of 301 W. Longden Avenue (APN 5785-022-001; 1949), the legal description is “Tract # 11491 Lot 11” and the improvements are described as 4 bedrooms, 3 baths, and 2,743 square feet of living space. Additional details are listed as: 4 Bedrooms 3 Baths (some say 2.5 baths) Central Heating and Cooling 3 Stall Carport Hardwood Floors Records readily available confirmed this residential property was improved in 1949 by owner, Cecil H. Burns, a carpenter who built the residence and garage. Burns (1902-1964), and his wife (Eunice, nee Dickerman; 1900-1992) married in 1923 and, prior to moving to W. Longden Avenue, were living in San Gabriel with their two children, Cecil, Jr. (b. 1924) and Leland (b. 1925). Direc- tories indicate the Berns family remained on the property until 1957. In 1957, the owner of the property is listed as John William Sinkking. Sinkking made no major alterations to the property. Sinkking sold the property to Gary Campbell by 1976 and Campbell began tom make major alter- ations to the property. In 1976, Campbell added a bedroom, bath, and laundry room to the main residence, resulting in the establishment of an ell on the northeastern corner of the original resi- dence, making the residence “L” shaped. At this time, the roof was referenced as a “shake roof.” In 1983, Campbell put a new roof on the “garage” and added a patio and storage shed. In 1989, he re-roofed the residence. DPR 523L (3/19) * Required Information State of California DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION CONTINUATION SHEET Primary # HRI # Trinomial Page 16 of 78 *Resource Name or # (assigned by recorder) 301 W. Longden Avenue, Arcadia, CA 91007 Recorded by: Jeanette A. McKenna *Date March 19, 2019 X Continuation Update As a result of the Campbell ownership and occupation of the property, the residence was en- larged, the garage and residence were re-roofed, a patio was added, as was a storage shed. It is unknown when Campbell left the property, but he remained at least until 1989 and directories suggest he remained until 2002. Residence The original residence at 201 W. Longden Avenue was built in 1949 and is representative of a post-WWII improvement on a lot flanked by earlier improvements. The property to the east was improved in 1940 and the property to the west, redeveloped in 191, was improved by 1948 (per aerial photos). The original residence and garage were constructed by Cecil H. Burns, a carpen- ter, and was roughly rectangular (oriented east/west) and set back from the street. Aerial photo- graphs confirm the south elevation had an irregular roof line, while the north, west, and east ele- vation were flat. Overall, this residence is constructed on a slightly raised foundation, is wood framed, and exhibits both horizontal (tongue-in-groove) and vertical wood siding. The roof is a hipped-gable style, covered in modern, faux shake composition shingles that date to ca. 1989 (per permits). The eaves are wide and closed, reflecting the use of materials similar to the siding. Rain gutters are mounted on the fascia boards. There are two red brick chimneys – one on the western side of the residence and one centrally located within the residence. Vent pipes are evidence across the roof, as are other air vents. The south elevation, facing W. Longden Avenue, consists of three sections: the western third, which extends slightly to the south; the central portion, which is recessed and includes the main entrance; and the eastern third, which protrudes further to the south. All three segments are wood sided and exhibit both fixed and steel framed casement windows. The windows are adorned with decorative black shutters. The main entrance is recessed under a covered porch of red brick (and a two-step stoop). The solid panel door appears to be original to the residence (well maintained). The main entry is accessed from the driveway along a concrete path with inlayed red brick. Red brick planters and potted plants also adorn the front of the residence. The west elevation of the residence is a flat expanse of vertical wood siding with no windows or other design elements, save a bead board running midway up the wall and providing some simple relief to the elevation. Air vents are present under the eave, allowing cooler air to enter the attic DPR 523L (3/19) * Required Information State of California DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION CONTINUATION SHEET Primary # HRI # Trinomial Page 17 of 78 *Resource Name or # (assigned by recorder) 301 W. Longden Avenue, Arcadia, CA 91007 Recorded by: Jeanette A. McKenna *Date March 19, 2019 X Continuation Update area. The chimney on the west elevation is located near the northern extent, indicating it is a near- corner feature within the residence. The north elevation of the original residence is also wood sided (horizontal), but dominated by the presence of fixed and casement windows. The western third of this elevation exhibits a large fixed window flaked by matching sets of paired casement windows with fixed panes above. To the east of these windows is secondary entrance consisting of a wooden door with a large, single paned center (original to the structure). Further east, the siding is covered by tall vegetation separating the western door from another door (matching). The remainder of the elevation exhib- its a series of large fixed panes flanked by more casement windows. These windows provide an elongated view of the rear yard and the San Gabriel Mountains (to the north). In 1976, Gary Campbell completed an addition to the residence in the form of an ell extending north from the eastern extent of the north elevation. This addition was constructed in a manner that matched the materials of the original residence, including the use of fixed and casement windows (some likely salvaged from the original siding, others slightly different). The west eleva- tion of the addition exhibits a single entrance (wood door with a large central pane) and a large fixed paned window flanked by tall casement windows with fixed panes above. A planted defines the west elevation of the addition. In the “L” defined by the original residence and the ell, a large concrete patio was poured, including red brick inlays, extending to the northern extent of the ad- dition and providing a large outdoor use recreational area. The north elevation of the addition is a solid expanse of horizontal wood siding (no windows). This elevation is also faced with vegetation. There are no design elements. To the east, the east elevation is an elongated expanse of wood siding and a series of fixed and casement windows. These windows, in contrast to the remainder of the residence, are smaller and located on the upper half of the wall. There is no interruption in the wall to indicate the interface of the original wall and the addition. However, aerial photographs do confirm this addition to appear by 1977, confirming the 1976 date presented in the permits. Given the consistency in siding throughout the residence (and the structure dating to 1983, see discussion below), it is possible the structures on the property were re-sided without permits. There is no data immediately available to confirm this one way or another. It is just as likely the owner was able to acquire similar materials and chose to match the existing siding. DPR 523L (3/19) * Required Information State of California DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION CONTINUATION SHEET Primary # HRI # Trinomial Page 18 of 78 *Resource Name or # (assigned by recorder) 301 W. Longden Avenue, Arcadia, CA 91007 Recorded by: Jeanette A. McKenna *Date March 19, 2019 X Continuation Update Garage/Carport Building permits indicate Cecil H. Burns constructed a garage, which would have been reasonable and typical in 1949. Aerial photographs confirm the presence of the structure in 1952 and indicate it is the size of a three car garage, likely providing additional space for Burns’ carpentry tools and vehicle. The 1954 aerial indicates a light colored roof on the garage, as do later aerials. Between 1980 and 1994, the roof changes dramatically, aerials showing a hipped roof with a darker sur- face. Permits indicate the new roof design dates to 1983. McKenna et al. suggests the garage was redesigned as a carport at this time, resulting in the current design. As a “carport”, this structure is closed on three sides (west, north, and east) with the south eleva- tion being open and vehicle-accessible. The structure consists of half walls (base) capped with squared latticework. The roof is supported by a series of 4 x 4 posts and cross beams. The braces are also simple (not ornate) and currently covered with vines. The north elevation is open on the east side (where the “drive -thru” is located, and the remaining two thirds, to the west, consists of latticework that has been closed by the construction of storage cabinets within the carport. The east and west wall have open latticework. The eaves are wide and closed and the hipped roof is current covered with wood shake shingles dating to 1893 (per permits). The foun- dation of the carport is a concrete sill and the floor is poured concrete. The foundation sill is likely the original foundation and the carport is a replacement structure that was not really permitted, but completed when the roofing was done. Overall, with the exception of the concrete, this is a modern structure. Ramada/Patio Gary (and Janet) Campbell are also credited with the construction of a “patio” in 1983. This patio consisted of a poured concrete pad to the north of the garage and is now covered by a roof similar to that of the carport. As a covered patio, McKenna et al. has deemed this a “ramada” as it is not an open area. This rectangular ramada -like structure exhibits a hipped roof covered with the original wood shake singles. Four 6 x 6 posts support roof on the east and west sides, while a central post is located on the north an d south sides (10 posts, total). Decorative braces are lo- cated on the corners and the roof exhibits wide, closed eaves consistent with the carport. The interior of the ramada structure exhibits a finished ceiling and modern lighting – apparently installed later. Short (2 foot), vertical wood plank walls (skirting) bound the ramada on the south, DPR 523L (3/19) * Required Information State of California DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION CONTINUATION SHEET Primary # HRI # Trinomial Page 19 of 78 *Resource Name or # (assigned by recorder) 301 W. Longden Avenue, Arcadia, CA 91007 Recorded by: Jeanette A. McKenna *Date March 19, 2019 X Continuation Update west, and north sides. The east sides exhibit similar walls to the north and south portions (be- tween support posts), but the central area is open, providing access . There is a small garden area between the carport and ramada and landscaping on the east and north sides of the ramada (hedges and roses). Construction and design of this structure are consistent with the carport, indicating this structure is also a later addition to the property. Aerial photographs suggest this structure was placed atop an existing concrete pad – an open patio area with no roof prior to 1983. As such, this structure would also be considered a modern addition to the property. Secondary Structure/Storage Shed/Laundry Room Located to the north of the ramada is a small, “L” shaped structure with a double hipped roof with wood shake shingles. The southern portion of the structure is relatively square, while the norther segment is narrower (rectangular and oriented north/south). This structure is one story and placed on a poured concrete pad. The east and south elevations exhibit horizontal boarding similar to that noted on the main residence, while the north and west elevation are stu cco finished. The northern portion of this structure has a solid north and west wall, while the east elevation exhibits a single, modern, aluminum slider window and a solid, flat door. There is also a narrow concrete porch running the length of this portion of the building. To the north of this building is a concrete pad and two clothes line poles. As such, McKenna et al. has identified this structure as the “laundry” added to the property by Campbell in 1976. The southern portion of this structure e xhibits a solid, stucco west elevation; an entrance on the short north elevation (at the southern end of the concrete porch), and windows on both the east and south elevations. The door is a simple, solid utility door similar to the door on the northern ell. The wood siding (wide, horizontal tongue-in-groove) wraps around the east elevation and covers the south elevation. The windows are also modern, aluminum sliders (different sizes). The south elevation window exhibits decorative shutters. The east e levation window once had shutters, but these have since been removed. Overall, this laundry room/storage shed structure dates to 1976 and is a later addition to the prop- erty – not part of the original improvements. It is attributed to Gary Campbell and appears to have been upgraded with the windows and door replacements. The roofing is original. DPR 523L (3/19) * Required Information State of California DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION CONTINUATION SHEET Primary # HRI # Trinomial Page 20 of 78 *Resource Name or # (assigned by recorder) 301 W. Longden Avenue, Arcadia, CA 91007 Recorded by: Jeanette A. McKenna *Date March 19, 2019 X Continuation Update Landscaping The property at 301 W. Longden Avenue is landscaped. Early aerial photographs show the prop- erty was developed by 1949 with the construction of the residence and garage. The northern portion of the property included tree s aligned in a manner to suggest they were part of a larger, earlier orchard that extended into nearby properties. These trees were removed shortly after the construction and the yard was fenced (now with a block wall). Aerial photographs also show the presence of trees in the rear yard (possibly oaks) that were removed to complete the alterations to the garage/carport and construct the addition. At the time of this investigation, the rear yard was dominated by the presence of the large concrete patio an d grass. There is still one large oak near the northern boundary of the property. There are red brick planters in the rear yard – along the base of the residence and between the driveway and yard area. These planters have decorative , flowering plants. Additionally, there is a series of potted plants and an overgrown garden between the carport and ramada. The front yard is also landscaped with planters along the base of the structure (filled with hedges), some potted plants, and a large grass expanse. Hedges also bound the east and west property boundaries. A concrete sidewalk is located nearer the street and a small grass expanse is present between the sidewalk and street. A brick structure encasing the mailbox is located near the drive- way (encased in hedging) and the driveway runs along the western property boundary. Summary Overall, the property is in good condition and well maintained. The California Ranch sty le resi- dence appears, from the street, to reflect the original construction dating to 1949. However, the replacement of the roof (wood shake to faux shake) has impacted the integrity of the structure, as has the large addition to the rear of the structure. Otherwise, the residence appears to reflect the original building materials, including the windows and doors. These materials are not unique or presented in any outstanding manner, but reflect the standard mode of construction and use of readily available materials. There are no outstanding design elements and, while in good condi- tion, the residence is indicative of many Calif ornia Ranch style residences of the late 1940s and early 1950s. Being on a large lot, this residence is larger than the more standardized tract home designed of the 1950s, but is otherwise not historically significant in its design or materials. DPR 523L (3/19) * Required Information State of California DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION CONTINUATION SHEET Primary # HRI # Trinomial Page 21 of 78 *Resource Name or # (assigned by recorder) 301 W. Longden Avenue, Arcadia, CA 91007 Recorded by: Jeanette A. McKenna *Date March 19, 2019 X Continuation Update The three structure to the north/northwest of the residence have been identified as a carport, ramada, and shed/laundry room. These structures are all considered modern additions to the property and attributed to Gary Campbell, not Cecil H. Burns (the original owner and developer). As such, they are not historic (by age) and fail to meet the minimum requirements for recognition as historically significant structures. This property was once part of larger properties (e.g. rancho, larger subdivision, eventually smaller subdivision). The property was defined in 1938, but not improved until 1949. When orig- inal developed, the improvements consisted of a residence and garage. Now, the proper ty in- cludes the residence with a large addition, the replacement of the garage with a carport, the con- struction of the ramada, and the construction of the shed/laundry room. In assessing this property for historical significance, McKenna et al. a ddressed the criteria for consideration presented in the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), as amended, and the policies of the City of Arcadia. Research concluded the property could not be associated with any historic event (Criterion A) or person of historical note (Criterion B). Further, the property yielded no physical evidence of paleontological or archaeological resources (Criterion D). With respect to the architectural improvements, McKenna et al. concluded the three structures on the western boundary of the property are modern additions to the property and not historically significant. The residence, built in 1949, meets the minimum age requirement for con sideration as a historical resource. To qualify, the residence would require integrity. In assessing the integ- rity, McKenna et al. concluded the residence was subjected to considerable alterations and addi- tions, impacting the overall integrity. In addition, the McKenna et al. research confirmed the im- provements were not associated with an architect of any note; the contractor/builder was the owner and he was identified as a carpenter, but not a master craftsman or designer, as required. Further, no unique or exotic materials were used in the construction, there are no outstanding design elements, and the mode of construction is basic and not out of the ordinary. Therefore, the residential improvements would not qualify for recognition under Criterion C. As the property fails to meet any of the four CEQA (state), NEPA (federal), or local criteria, additional alterations, demolition of the existing structures, and/or redevelopment of the property will not constitute an adverse environ- mental impact.