pages: CityCouncil/2005-09-06.pdf, 5
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CityCouncil | 2005-09-06 | 5 | The Acting Planning and Building Director stated that the walls on the right-hand side of the house and most of the front wall would remain; a number of the back and left side walls would be inside. the ordinance addresses demolition of more than 30% of the value of a home enclosing an exterior wall is not considered demolition. Mayor Johnson inquired whether the intent of the ordinance was to preserve the historic structure; questioned how retaining some of the studs preserves a historic structure. The Acting Planning and Building Director responded that the ordinance was intended to preserve the historic structure; the first floor, sidewall, and front wall would remain; the roof would be raised; determining that the demolition would be less than 30% was reasonable. Mayor Johnson stated that the front and west walls look like new walls. The Acting Planner/Building Official stated that the front wall would be changed; the original house had 45 degree angles at the corners ; the new house would be squared off; the side walls would remain; moving doors and windows is not considered demolition. Mayor Johnson stated the issue is deconstruction versus demolition; the owner believes that deconstruction is not demolition. The Acting Planning and Building Director stated that he truly believes that the owner understood that the Planning Department gave permission to dismantle or deconstruct, stack the pieces in the backyard, and put the pieces back when the dry rot was repaired; the ordinance needs to be reviewed; interpretation is somewhat vague. Mayor Johnson stated the ordinance is not doing what was intended, is not protecting the historic assets, and could result in more damage than protection; inquired what are the options under the ordinance; stated that she did not understand how the 3,400 square foot structure got through the design review process; the houses in the area are smaller, one-story craftsman style homes; a 3,400 square foot home is gigantic for the neighborhood. The Acting Planning and Building Director stated the lot is one of the biggest on the block; there are 21 residential structures, including 10 two-story homes and 11 one-story homes ranging from 792 to 4,480 square feet; 17 of the structures are single-family dwellings, 3 are duplexes, and one is a 5-unit apartment building ; three buildings are between 3,000 and 3,500 square feet each Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 5 September 6, 2005 | CityCouncil/2005-09-06.pdf |