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McKenna et al.
History/Archaeology/Architectural History/Ethnography/Paleontology
Jeanette A. McKenna, MA, HonDL
Reg. Professional Archaeologist
Owner and Principal Investigator
August 20, 2019
City of Arcadia
Attn: Lisa Flores/Luis Torrico
240 W. Huntington Drive
Arcadia, California 91066
RE: 201 Magellan Road, Arcadia, CA.
Ms. Flores/Mr. Torrico:
McKenna et al. recently completed an architectural assessment of the property at 201
Magellan Road, a SFR, eclectic California Ranch style of architecture dating to 1949.
This property is not listed in the City’s listing of individually eligible properties. McKenna
et al. researched and evaluated this property in compliance with the National Register of
Historic Places (National Register) criteria, the California Register of Historical Re-
sources (California Register) CEQA criteria, as well as the recently adopted City guide-
lines and policies (Ordinance 2359 and Arcadia Municipal Code, Article IX, Chapter 1).
My evaluation resulted in a determination that this property is not eligible for listing as
an “individually eligible property” or City “Landmark.” I have assigned the property a
status code of 6Z, per OHP guidelines (see attached DPR-523 forms) and, if you have
any questions, please feel free to contact my office in Whittier, CA.
Sincerely,
Jeanette A. McKenna
Jeanette A. McKenna, Principal
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Review Code: 6Z Reviewer: Jeanette A. McKenna Date: Aug. 20, 2019
Page 1 of 65 *Resource Name or # (assigned by recorder) 201 Magellan Road, Arcadia, LA Co., CA 91007
P1. Other Identifier: Single Family Residential Property APN 5777-014-011
*P2. Location Not for Publication X Unrestricted
*P2a. County: Los Angeles
P2b. USGS 7.5’ Quad: Mount Wilson Date: 1995 T1N ; R11W ; SW ¼ of SW ¼ of Sec. 29 ; S.B.B.M.
P2c. Address: 201 Magellan Road City: Arcadia Zip: 91007
P2d. UTMs: NAD 83 Zone: 11 402087 mE 3777959 mN
P2e. Other Locational Data: (e.g.: parcel #, directions to resource, elevation, etc., as appropriate)
Southwest corner of Hugo Reid Drive and Magellan Road; east of Michillinda Avenue and between
Cabrillo Road and Golden West Avenue. Accessed off Sunset Blvd., Huntington Drive. and/or
Michillinda Avenue at Hugo Drive. NAD 27 UTMs = 402167E/3777762N.
*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: X Building(s) □ Structure □ Object X Site
□ District □ Element of District □ Others (Isolate, etc.)
P5a. Photo or Drawing (Photo Required for Buildings, Structures, and Objects.)
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West (8/20/19)
*P6. Date of Construction/Age
X Historic □ Prehistoric □ Both
*P7. Owner and Address:
Tony Jiang
201 Magellan Road
Arcadia, California 91007
*P8. Recorded by: McKenna et al.
Jeanette A. McKenna
6008 Friends Avenue
Whittier, California 90601-3724
*P9. Date Recorded: Act. 20, 2019
*P10. Survey Type: Architect. Assess.
*P11. Report Citation: (Cite survey report and other sources, or enter “None.”) McKenna, Jeanette A. (2019) –
Architectural Assessment of 201 Magellan Road, Arcadia, Los Angeles County, California. On file,
McKenna et al., Whittier, California.
*Attachments □ NONE X Location Maps □ Sketch Map X Continuation Sheets X BSO
□ Archaeological Record □ District Record □ Linear Feature Record □ Milling Station Record
□ Rock Art Record □ Artifact Record □ Photographic Record X Other (List): Photos
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*Resource Name or # (assigned by recorder) 201 Magellan Road, Arcadia, LA Co., CA 91107
B1. Historic Name: J.F. McAbery/H.L. Norton Residence
B2. Common Name: APN 5777-014-011
B3. Original Use: Residence B4. Present Use: Residence
*B5. Architectural Style: California Ranch (eclectic)
*B6. Construction History: (Construction Date, Alterations, and dates of Alterations) Constructed in 1949;
Assessor describes the improvements as a three bedroom and two bath, single family residence of
1,889 square feet. Permits show the residential improvements were completed by Radich and the
patio was added later (1951). A pool and cinderblock wall were installed in 1953. See Continuation
Sheet for more details.
*B7. Moved? X No □ Yes □ Unknown Date: Original Location:
*B8. Related Features: Garage, Driveway, Pool, Landscaping, Walls
B9a. Architect: Unknown B9b. Builder: Radich Co.
*B10. Significance: Theme: Residential Area: City of Arcadia, Los Angeles County
Period of Significance: post-WWII Property Type: SFR Applicable Criteria: NONE
(Discuss importance in terms of historical or architectural context as defined by theme, period, and geographic
scope. Also address integrity.) This area of Arcadia was developed relatively late (post WWII). The
properties in this area are on relatively large lots and represent individual developments (not tract
homes) and the area is still dominated by single-family improvements. As post-WWII developments,
these property improvements are indicative of the standard and larger lots designed and developed to
accommodate the population growth of the post war era; representing increased incomes and post-
World War II prosperity associated with the positive economic growth of the era. With prosperity
came investments in property; with improvements representing the owners personal design choices
and financial means.
B11. Additional Resource Attributes: (List Attributes and Codes) None
*B12. References: McKenna, Jeanette A. (2019)
B13. Remarks: Property likely to be redeveloped (Sketch map with North Arrow Required)
*B14. Evaluator: Jeanette A. McKenna
*Date of Evaluation: Aug. 20, 2019
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*Map Name: Mount Wilson *Scale 1:24,000 *Date of Map 1995
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Recorded by: Jeanette A. McKenna *Date Aug. 20, 2019 X Continuation Update
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Recorded by: Jeanette A. McKenna, McKenna et al., Whittier, CA *Date August 20, 2019 X Continuation Update
Rancho Santa Anita of Henry Dalton (1858)
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Page 9 of 65 *Resource Name or # (assigned by recorder) 201 Magellan Road, Arcadia, LA Co., CA 91007
*Map Name: Tract No. 949 *Scale NA *Date of Map 1910
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Page 10 of 65 *Resource Name or # (assigned by recorder) 201 Magellan Road, Arcadia, LA Co., CA 91007
*Map Name: Tract No. 13313 *Scale NA *Date of Map 1945
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Recorded by: Jeanette A. McKenna *Date: August 20, 2019 X Continuation Update
The property 201 Magellan Road, Arcadia, Los Angeles County, California, is cross-referenced
by the Los Angeles County Assessor as Assessor Parcel No. 5 777-014-011 and described as a
single family residential property dating to 1948-1950. The legal description also identified the
property as Lot 16 of Tract 13313 (a designation assigned in 1945). Historically, this property
was within the Rancho Santa Anita, confirmed to Henry Dalton and platted in 1858. This rancho
consisted of 13319.06 ac res and included the southwest quarter of the southwest quarter of
Section 29, T1N, R11W ); also known as part of Lot No. 37 of the Rancho.
The project area eventually became part of the Elias Baldwin estate and within the area known
in ca. 1910 as Tract No. 949 (p/o Lot 6). Subsequently, T ract 13313 was owned by the Title and
Insurance and Trust Company and the Rancho Santa Anita, Inc. (represented by Norman Chan-
dler and Wesley Davis). The completion of the tract map facilitated the sale of individual lots and
develo pment in the post-WWII era. In 1945, Tract No. 13313 consisted of 52 lots. Lot 16
was located on the southwestern corner of Hugo Reid Drive and Magellan Road, m easur-
ing approximately 85 by 130 feet (equating to 11,050 +/- square feet). The improvements are
currently listed as consisting of three bedrooms, two baths, and 1,889 square feet of living space.
A brief review of surrounding properties confirmed the area north of Hugo Reid Drive are associ-
ated with Tract No. 13312, while those to the south of Hugo Reid Drive are associated with Tract
No. 13313. Dates of construction for the immediate area include:
North Side South Side
35 Cabriilo Road 1950 200 Cabrillo Road 1951
30 Cabrillo Road 1950-51 201 Magellan Road 1948-1950
971 Hugo Reid Drive 1950-1970 211 Magellan Road 1954-1955
965 Hugo Reid Drive 1948-1952 217 Magellan Road 1947
959 Hugo Reid Drive Under Construction 221 Magellan Road 1948-1949
951 Hugo Reid Drive 1948-1953 301 Magellan Road 1949-1959
945 Hugo Reid Drive 1948-1950 954 Kingsley Drive 1947-1953
939 Hugo Reid Drive 1989-1990 957 Kingsley Drive 1950-1967
935 Hugo Reid Drive 1950-1965 958 Kingsley Drive 1947-1963
952 Kingsley Drive 1947-1952
948 Kingsley Drive 2014
942 Kingsley Drive 1948
936 Kingsley Drive 1947-1950
930 Kingsley Drive 1950-1955
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Recorded by: Jeanette A. McKenna *Date: August 20, 2019 X Continuation Update
As listed, twelve (12) of the 23 listings, including the property at 201 Magellan Road, were built
between 1947 and 1949. Another eight (8) were constructed between 1950 and 1954. Two (2)
residences are identified as modern (ca. 1998 and 2014), while a third is currently under construc-
tion. As such, 20 of the 23 are considered original to the area, although some have been subjected
to alterations. Overall, with the few scattered exceptions, the neighborhood still retains the “look”
of a late 1940s-early 1950s area. However, it is unlikely the area would qualify as a historic district,
as the individual residential properties would not necessarily qualify as historically significant re-
sources, negating the potential for a collective significance.
A review of permits on file with the City of Arcadia confirmed this property was not immediately
sold or improved. It was confirmed to be a single family residential property with initial improve-
ments dating to 1949. In 1949, the owner, J.F. McAbery, contracted with the Radich Company, a
builder of many residences in Arcadia, to construct a residence and garage. This was an individual
build, not tract home development, and reflected the basic design re quested by the owner. In
1950, the occupant of the property was listed as H.L. Norton, suggesting he rented the residence
from McAbrey and, in 1951, McAbery is credited as the owner and added the rear patio.
McAbrey did eventually sell to Norton, as Norton is listed as the owner in 1953, when the in -ground
gunite swimming pool was added to the property and the garage was “repaired.” In 1959, the
property was purchased by Robert and Grace Croan. The Croans remained on the property until
at least 1986. Improvements credited to the Croans include, but are not limited to, the following:
1966 New electric meter; kitchen remodel; convert garage; add a shop;
den/family room; roof over patio; re-roofing
1979 Electrical upgrade; add A/C unit
1986 New water heater
By 1990, the property was owned by Ki Shik Ahn, who re -roofed the residence and garage again
in 1996. Ahn pulled permits for a garage addition and conversion, but the permit expired without
the work being done (1990). Ahn was born in Korea (ca. 1944) and died in Arcadia in 2008 ,
indicating he was on the property for approximately 18 years. It is unknown when the Ahn family
left the property, but the current owner has been identified as Tony Jiang.
The structural improvements at 201 Magellan Road consist of an “L” shaped residence with an
attached garage on the north side of the residence. The residence is a wood framed structure on
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a slightly raised foundation; stucco cladding with some horizontal wood siding beneath the roof
peaks; a gable/cross-gable/hipped roof design with modern shingles; and a main entrance facing
east (towards Magellan Road. The driveway is located on the north side of the property, veering
east and entering the garage on the west elevation. The property is bounded on the north, west,
and east by a cinderblock wall, likely erected following the construction of the in-ground pool.
The property is relatively large and the residence is set to the west, resulting in a large, corner
front yard. As such, the rear yard is relatively small and dominated by the rear covered patio, pool
deck, and pool.
The east elevation of the residence, where the “L” shape of the structure is evident, id dominated
by the main entrance in the center of the structure. The southern segment of the east elevation
consists of a stucco expanse with a four-paned, sliding glass windows with aluminum frames. To
the north of these windows, the east elevation recessed slightly and there is a large, red brick
chimney extending well above the roof eave. The east elevation wraps around to a north eleva-
tion, where there is a series of wood framed windows (fixed windows framed by double-hung
sash). The wall turns east again, exhibiting the main entrance and additional double hung sash
windows.
The main entrance, east facing, is associated with a small concrete stoop and a modern roof
overhang (eave with exposed, simple rafters). The door is a solid wood style with a panel below
and nine glass panes (3:3) above. This basic door exhibits no outstanding design elements and
is covered with a very simple, aluminum screened door. To the north of the door, there are two
double-hung sash windows – one larger than the other. The 1979 A/C unit is mounted below
these windows, obscured from the street by vegetation. Slightly north of these windows, the ele-
vation extends slightly to the east – this is where the garage is located. A double-hung sash
window (6:6) is located on the east elevation of the garage, flanked by decorative shutters. An-
other double-hung sash window is located on the north elevation of the garage, also flanked by
shutters. These shutters are the only design elements on the residence. The entire garage is
clad in stucco.
A concrete driveway is located on the north side of the property, entering from Hugo Reid Drive
and wrapping to the east, entering the garage from the west. This driveway is accentuated with
inlaid red brick, but also exhibits settling, cracking, and attrition. The cinder block wall runs along
the south side of the driveway, accessing the rear yard via two wooden gates.
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The west elevation of the garage is dominated by a two -car bay door. This is a modern roll-up
door, replacing what would have been a wooden door on hinges and springs.
To the south of the garage, the residential structure continues with a stucco clad wall with a small,
double hung sash window and a rear entrance consisting of a door similar to the front door – solid
wooden below and nine panes above. This door is also covered by an aluminum screen door. A
second double-hung sash window (4:4) is to the south of the second entrance. The west elevation
turns north and exhibits another entrance with a similar door and aluminum screen. A small,
wood-framed cavity is located east of the third door, high on the wall and indicative of a wall-mount
air conditioning fixture. This wall continues as a flat expanse of stucco. Above the two doors and
windows is a lattice frame supporting alum inum and plastic, corrugated panels, providing shade
to the west facing elevation.
The west elevation continues as an elongated expanse unde r the rear patio cover. This segment
of the elevation is dominated by aluminum framed slider windows and a set of sliding glass doors
(also aluminum framed). The patio is a simple concrete expanse and the cover consists of wood
framing with east/west trending rafters resting on load bearing beams supported by simple poles.
The actual roof is flat wooden boards.
The south elevation is relatively close to the property line and somewhat overgrown. There is a
series of aluminum framed slider windows and a wall mounted air conditioning unit. The eaves
are fairly wide and consist of flat boards and an associated fascia board. Rain gutters are evident
on the corner and along the west elevation.
Overall, this residence is fairly standard and reflects the original construction and alterations.
Some of the windows have been replaced by aluminum framed windows; the roof has been re-
placed at least twice; and the garage was once converted to a den/family room, but was changed
back into a functioning garage in ca. 1990. The pool is well maintained.
The property is landscaped, more so in the front than in the rear yard. The front yard exhibits a
long hedge along the curb, running along both Magellan Road and Hugo Reid Drive. There are
tall, mature palm trees, decorative flowers, and a large expanse of grass with smaller trees. A
concrete walk extends from the curb at Magellan Road, curving and leading to the front door. This
walk is uneven and exhibits some significant cracking. Additional hedges area located along the
residential elevation,
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The rear yard is less-well maintained. The vegetation around the pool is overgrown and not main-
tained. There is a small work area in the nort hwestern corner of the yard, now used for storage.
Potted plants have been left unattended, and there is evidence of prior occupation, although the
residence is not occupied at this time (personal items left behind).
Since its original construction, the owners have been identified as J.F. McAbrey (1949-50), H.L
Norton (1950-1965), Robert Croan (1966-1986+), and Ki Shik Ahn (1990+). Norton remained for
approximately 15 years, while Croan remained 20 years. Ahn was on the property for at least 18
years. The property has been altered. The footprint of the improvements has not changed, but
the roofing has been replaced, windows have been replaced, screen doors, added, the addition
of the patio and patio roof, swimming pool, etc. Interior alterations included general maintenance,
kitchen remodeling, the conversion of the garage and the change back to a garage, and the con-
struction of the cinderblock walls. The structural improvements are relatively simple and exhibit
no unique design elements, materials, or evidence of master craftsman/builder expertise.
EVALUATION/ASSESSMENT
In April, 2019, the City of Arcadia adopted Ordinance No. 2359: An Ordinance of the City Council
of the City of Arcadia, California, Amending Various Sections of Article IX, Chapter 1 of the Arcadia
Municipal Code (“The Development Code”), with an Exemption under the California Environmental
Quality Act (CEQA), to implement a Historic Preservation Ordinance.” This Ordinance was the
result of numerous meetings, studies, and public co mment.
The City of Arcadia Zoning Code, Section 9103.17 addresses Historic Preservation. Summarizing
the document, for consideration as a Historic Landmark (resource) in the City of Arcadia, property
improvements must be 45 years of age or older. In addit ion to the Code, an evaluation or assess-
ment of a property includes addressing the “integrity” of the resource, as defined by the seven
criteria listed in the State and Federal guidelines (Location, Design, Setting, Materials, Workman-
ship, Feeling, and Association). Subsequent to the “integrity” evaluation, a resource (building,
structure, object, or site) is determined to be eligible for recognition if it meets one or more of the
following Criteria:
1. It is associated with events that have made a significa nt contribution to the broad
patterns of Arcadia’s or California’s history;
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2. It is associated with the lives of persons important to local or California history;
3. It embodies the distinctive characteristics of a type, period, region, or method of
construction, or represents the work of a master, or possesses high artistic values;
4. It has yielded, or has the potential to yield, information important to the prehistory
or history of the city or state.
In addition to the basic Ordinance, the improvements must also maintain their integrity, as defined
by the seven criteria listed in the State and Federal guidelines (Location, Design, Setting, Materi-
als, Workmanship, Feeling, and Association). Once “Integrity” is addressed, a resource (building,
structure, object, or site) can be considered for eligible for recognition if it meets one or more of
the following Criteria:
Integrity
Location: The improvements at 201 Magellan Road are in their original locations. The
residence and garage date to 1949 and reflect their locations and footprints. The
patio and patio roof were added in 1951 and the in-ground pool was installed in
1953. All of these improvements date to the historic period. Overall, the minimal
intent of the “Location” element HAS BEEN MET.
Design: The residence, garage, patio, and in-ground pool (including the deck and cin-
derblock walls) appear to reflect their original designs, although significant
changes to the residence and garage have been noted. Windows have been
replaced, roofing replaced, doors added, A/C units mounted, the garage con-
verted and converted back into a garage. With these changes, the minimal intent
of the “Design” element HAS NOT BEEN MET.
Setting: The “neighborhood” surrounding this property was designed in the late 1940s
and early 1950s. Of the 23 properties in the immediate area, 20 are original to
the area, although with some alterations. This suggests approximately 87% of
the area retains its historic setting. The properties are, for the most part, well
maintained and reflect the original construction. As such, the “Setting” has es-
sentially been maintained and the minimal intent of the “Setting” element HAS
BEEN MET.
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Materials: The property at 201 Magellan Road exhibits the original cladding (stucco), but
not the original roofing materials, many of the windows and doors, and is in over-
all fair to good condition. Permits indicate alterations and general maintenance,
but also show that some planned changes were never realized. These changes
and/or replacement of the original materials has adversely impacted the property
with respect to “Materials” and McKenna et al. has concluded the minimal intent
of this element HAS NOT BEEN MET.
Workmanship: No evidence was found to indicate the workmanship associated with the im-
provements at 201 Magellan Road are anything but standard for their period and
not the work of a master craftsman, known architect, or artisan. Standard mate-
rials were used and there are no outstanding or unique design elements. As
such, the minimal intent of the “Workmanship” element HAS NOT BEEN MET.
Feeling: “Feeling” is subjective. Nonetheless, when entering a neighborhood, the feeling
that you are in an area representative of the period of significance (e.g. the 1940s
or 1950s population growth) should stand out. In this case, that “feeling” has
been maintained with a few exceptions. The area is indicative of a “neighbor-
hood,” but would not likely qualify as a “district” (although a district study has not
been officially conducted). McKenna et al. has concluded the area still maintains
a “feeling” of the 1940s to 1950s improvements and, therefore, the intent of this
element HAS BEEN MET.
Association: Research failed to associate this property with any historical event or person(s)
in local, regional, state, or national history. There is no associated with any rec-
ognized architect of note and no association with any significant craftsman or
artisan. The property has not been associated with any scientific find or exhibited
any potential for the presence of scientifically significant resources (archaeolog-
ical or paleontological). Therefore, the minimal intent of this element HAS NOT
BEEN MET.
Overall, in reviewing the “Integrity” of this property, McKenna et al. determined only three of the
seven elements of integrity are associated with this property and, as such, the property has failed
to carry the majority of the elements of integrity and, therefore, has failed to retain its historic
integrity.
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Final Assessment
The final evaluation/assessment requires the property be addressed with respect to the four main
criteria defined by the Office of Historic Preservation, Sacramento, and adopted by the City of
Arcadia. The final assessment also involved an assessment in compliance with the standard fed-
eral and CEQA criteria, as well as the criteria of the City of Arcadia, as noted above. The follow
conclusions are presented:
1. It is associated with events that have made a significant contribution to the broad
patterns of Arcadia’s or California’s history;
No evidence was found that associated this property with any significant events in
the City of Arcadia or California history. Therefore, the property is not eligible
for recognition under this criterion.
2. It is associated with the lives of persons important to local or California history;
No evidence was found to suggest to connect this property to any significant per-
sons in the City of Arcadia or California history. Therefore, the property is not
eligible for recognition under this criterion.
3. It embodies the distinctive characteristics of a type, period, region, or method of
construction, or represents the work of a master, or possesses high artistic values;
Taking all changes and current conditions into consideration, McKenna et al. has
concluded the property is not eligible for recognition under this criterion.
4. It has yielded, or has the potential to yield, information important to the prehistory
or history of the city or state.
No evidence has been found to suggest this property has a potential to yield sig-
nificant scientific information to Arcadia, the state, or the federal governments.
The property is considered clear of such resources and, therefore, the property
is not eligible for recognition under this criterion.
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Page 19 of 65 *Resource Name or # (assigned by recorder) 201 Magellan Road, Arcadia, LA Co., CA 91007
Recorded by: Jeanette A. McKenna *Date: August 20, 2019 X Continuation Update
Summary
McKenna et al. has concluded the improvements at 201 Magellan Road has failed to maintain its
architectural “Integrity” (as defined in the policies and guidelines) and also fails to meet any of the
four major criteria for consideration as a historical resource eligible for listing in any of the local,
state, or federal registers.
McKenna et al. and assigned this property a status code of “6Z” and considers the property
clear of any significant cultural resources. The property is not currently listed on the City’s
listing of individually recognized properties and McKenna et al. has concluded this prop-
erty would not qualify for listing. Any proposed alterations or redevelopment of this prop-
erty will not result in an adverse environmental impact, as defined in the federal, state, and
local policies and guidelines.
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D-0SINGLE FAMILY HOUSE201 MAGELLAN ROADARCADIA, CA 91007Residential Planning StampTel (626) 446-8048 Fax (626) 446-7090255 E. Santa Clara St., #200, Arcadia, CA 91006, U.S.A.PROJ.
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