Reso HRAC23-03 (0051) 1100 El Camino Real

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JOHANNA STREET, ARCHITECT Page 5 Compatibility Evaluation Downtown Precise Plan Standards The most of the El Camino facade, including the sign, is to be retained in the proposed project. The rendering shows the existing stucco-clad concrete block exterior wall, the distinctive metal sign with curved arrow, the brick veneer, wood louvered screen, storefront with glazed entry doors with transom and fixed windows, brick planting boxes, and flat boxed awning. The modifications of the existing El Camino façade, include painting, new signage, altered doorway, new brick column at the north corner and new glazed railing. In general, these are not significant modifications that do not affect the integrity of the character-defining features, except for the paint on the large metal sign with curved arrow and the new brick column at the north corner. Therefore, the proposed project mostly meets Standards “a.” It is likely that at least 75% of the exterior wall are being retained, however there are no specific reference drawings that show this. It is unconfirmed whether the project complies with Standard “b.” The proposed project drawings dated 10.27.2021 show that the addition is set back 6 feet from both the El Camino façade and the Harrison Avenue façade and thus the proposed project complies with, and exceeds, Standard “c.” The proposed project does not exceed the height of the historic structure by more than one story and so conforms to Standard “d.” Downtown Precise Plan Guidelines The most of the surviving historic features on the front facade (existing stucco-clad concrete block exterior wall, the distinctive metal sign with curved arrow, the brick veneer, wood louvered screen, brick planting boxes, and flat boxed awning) appear to be preserved. The storefront, with glazed entry doors with transom and fixed windows, is shown as new, however the size, shape, and configuration are retained. By replacing the storefront the project will be able to meet code requirements for accessibility and energy. The replacement does not seem to be a detriment to the historic integrity of the building. The proposed project follows but does not fully meet Guideline “a” The massing of the addition in the proposed project is a simple rectangular volume, similar to the resource. It is not highly stepped or irregularly shaped. Therefore the proposed project complies with Guideline “b.” Section 2.9 of the Downtown Precise Plan describes “regulations which aim to create architectural character in new projects that is compatible with the established patterns in the various parts of Downtown, as well as with the expressed aesthetic preferences of the community.” The subject property is in the El Camino Corridor character zone which permits Neoclassical, Craftsman and Mediterranean styles for new construction. Art Deco is not included on the list of permitted styles for the El Camino Corridor. The subject ATTY/RESO.0051/HRAC RESO 1100 EL CAMINO REAL - EXHIBIT A REV: 06-05-023 JB Page 5 of 13