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HomeMy WebLinkAboutFindings & Action Report Santa Anita “Village” Community Association of Arcadia Architectural Review Board Findings and Action Report June 8, 2018 Project Address: 1134 Hugo Reid Arcadia 91007 File # 1221 APPLICANT: Eric Tsang 440 E Huntington Dr Ste 356 Arcadia CA 91007 626-317-6010 mail@eric-design.com OWNER: 435 Walnut Ave LLC 9829 E Lemon Ave, Arcadia CA 91006 ACTION: APPROVED no conditions Description: A new two story home. Lot size 8,700SF. Lot coverage: 29% FAR: 35% Findings: 1. SITE PLANNING –The proposed project is consistent with the Site Planning Guidelines. This is a large new home and while the scale pushes the envelop it is mitigated with acceptably articulated walls and roof. The second floor at the front elevation is set back to accommodate the large oak tree located in the front. The scaled streetscape exhibits that the one story fascia is in line with the pattern of development along the south side of Hugo Reid. The most important natural amenity to be preserved and protected is the large oak tree in the front yard. II. ENTRY – The proposed project is consistent with the Entry Guidelines. It features a simple entry characteristic of those found in the neighborhood and throughout the Village. The doors and decorative elements are compatible with the style of the proposed project. III. MASSING – The proposed project is consistent with the Massing Guidelines. The front elevation, again as evidenced by the streetscape, is in acceptable scale with the adjoining properties. The building base visually anchors the building by appearing more massive than the upper story. No cantilevered or slab forms are present. The building elements are horizontal in appearance. IV. ROOFS – The proposed project is consistent with the Roofs Guidelines. The 4:12 pitch is consistent throughout and is typical of pitches in the neighborhood. The roof is mainly hipped on all elevations with gables on the front elevation to add architectural interest. The roofing material is harmonious and compatible with the neighborhood. V. FAÇADE DESIGN – The proposed project is consistent with the Façade Design Guidelines. Façade treatment relevant to the style is carried out on all elevations. Articulation and careful detailing on the windows on all 4 facades breaks up the look of large blank walls. VI. DETAILS - The proposed project is consistent with the Details Guidelines. The Jeldwen wood clad windows with SDL grids will provide depth and visual relief to the walls. The choice of quality windows is to be applauded. All the quality details (stone, shutters, doors) enhance the architecture of the project and add quality to the neighborhood. VII. MATERIALS AND COLORS - The proposed project is consistent with the Materials and Colors Guidelines. The soft toned color pallet blends with the colors found in the neighborhood. The light color of the stone on the front façade wraps around both corners. VIII. LANDSCAPE AND HARDSCAPE - The proposed project is consistent with the Landscape and Hardscape Guidelines. The oak tree in the front yard will require an encroachment permit. The requirements of the city regarding this tree are to be followed by the contractor and owner. A pedestrian path is provided to the front door. IX. FENCES AND WALLS –The proposed project is consistent with the Fences and Walls Guidelines. The wood fence on the west is to be retained and the rear and east side chain link is to be replace with a 6’ split faced block wall. X. ARCHITECTURAL STYLE - The proposed project is consistent with the Architectural Style Guidelines. The style is consistent on all elevations and will blend into the neighborhood. The Village as described in the Historical Survey is mostly minimal traditional and minimal ranch style with casement/double hung windows, single doors, 4:12 roof pitches, simple entries and some stonework. XII. STREETSCAPE & FRONT OF DWELLING - The proposed project is consistent with the Streetscape & Front of Dwelling Guidelines. As evidenced on the provided streetscape and the front elevation the scale, architectural style, materials and colors, and landscaping will be harmonious and compatible with the neighborhood. It will protect property and enhance property values in the Village. XIII. FLOOR AREA & SETBACKS - The proposed project is barely under the allowed FAR and lot coverage and is compliant with all city codes regarding setbacks. XIV. GARAGES - The location of the front facing garage on the front elevation is recessed from the front most setback of the main portion of the house. In conclusion this project was found to meet the guidelines described above for harmony and compatibility. It will be an enhancement to the neighborhood. These Actions and Findings were made by the following ARB Members of the Santa Anita “Village” Community Association of Arcadia at a meeting held on June 1, 2018 at 7:00PM at 229 S. Altura Rd. It was a 4-0 vote to approve without conditions. Names of ARB Board Members: Laurie Thompson Robert Perkins Thanh Lim Kathy Cheng You are hereby advised that appeals from the ARB’s decision shall be made to the Planning Commission. You may be limited to raising only those issues and objections, which you or anyone else raises at or prior to the time of the Public Hearing. Appeals of the decision to the Planning Commission may be made in writing and delivered to Planning Services at 240 W. Huntington Drive, Arcadia, CA 91007 within 7 calendar days of the decision accompanied by a complete application packet and 12 sets of architectural plans and the appeal fee in accordance with the applicable fee schedule.