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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1/19/2011 - STAFF REPORTS - 1.A. CITY COUNCI OF PALM SPRINGS 1 .1.9.1 l PUBLIC HEARING: CASE HSPB # 75 APPLICATION FOR DESIGNATION OF THE SINGLE FAMILY DWELLING AT 928 N. AVENIDA PALMAS (THE., CARY GRANT ESTATE) AS A CLASS 2 HISTORIC SITE FROM APPLICANT DR. JANE COWLES SMITH, TRUSTEE OF THE JANE COWLES SMITH FAMILY TRUST. DEAR MAYOR AND COUNCIL.., IT HAS TAKEN SINCE JUNE 8, 2010 SINCE I FIRST MADE THE COLOR COPIES OF ORGININAL "WILLARD" AND OTHER PHOTOS AS WELL AS THE RESEARCH INFORMATION TO APPLY FOR HISTORIC CLASS 1 STATUS WITH THE HSPB. I MADE THE COLOR. PACKAGE - YOU HAVE IN THE BACK OF THE APPLICATION FOR THE HSPB, AS I FELT THE HISTORIC IMPORTANCE, ARCHITECTURE, COLORS, PARK LIKE SETTING DESERVED MORE THAN A BLACK AND WHITE EMAIL. WHEN I BOUGHT THE CARY GRANT ESTATE IN 1998, MOST OF YOU DID NOT LIVE HERE. AT THAT TIME "EVERYTHING WAS FOR SALE." I HAVE RESTORED OTHER HISTORIC HOMES AND KNEW, ALTHOUGH THE HOUSE AND GROUNDS WERE IN DERILICT STATE ....THE ORIGINAL TILES, IRON WORD, AND BONES OF THE 14OUSE WERE STILL INTACT. 1 1-IAVE SPENT I I YEARS OF PATIENT RESTORATION, BEING TRUE TO THE HOUSE METHODS AND TECHNIQUES USED IN THE 1920'S. I SAT ON A LOT OF BOXES WAITING FOR THE RIGHT ARTIST, PAINTER, STONE MASON, AND MORE TO NOT "USE MODERN AND CHEAP WALL BOARD, NEW BATHROOM FIXTURES OR ANYTHING NOT TRUE TO THE HOUS.E. EVEN WAITING TO FIND THE RIGHT FURTINTURE THAT FIT THE HOUSE LEFT MANY AN EMPTY ROOM. I AM PLEASED, AT LAST, AFTER MANY STUTTERS, SINCE JUNE. TO BE HERE TONIGHT TO PRESENT TO PALM SPRINGS AND THE WORLD "THE LAST GREAT, INTACT, FAITHFULLY RESTORED SPANISH ESTATE IN PALM SPRINGS FOR THOSE TO ENJOY NOW dllr41zaiI AND IN THE FUTURE AS I AM APPLYING FOR NATIONAL LISTING, AS WELL. I SHOULD NOTE THERE ARE "SOME ERRORS" IN YOUR PACKET, WHICH ARE EITHER SPELLING ERRORS, WRONG NAME, WRONG ADDRESS, AND A FEW OTHER ITEMS WHICH I WILL, BE HAPPY TO WORK WITH MR.THOMPSON OR OTHERS TO CORRECT. THERE IS ONE ITEM, WHICH SHOULD BE "REMOVED" . THE "DUPLICATE OF THE HOUSE AS A MAILBOX DID NOT HAVE ANY RELATION TO WALLACE NEFF". I ALSO GIVE YOU TONIGHT, A MARCH 1923 TRACT MAP, RECENTLY FOUND WHICH SHOWS THE DR. KOCHER DEVELOPMENT, WHICH INCLUDES "THE CARY GRANT ESTATE LOTS." FAITHFUL RESTORATION TAKES TIME, LOVE, RESEARCH AND PATIENCE, BUT THE END RESULT IS OF BEING TRUE TO OUR HISTORY, WHICH IS CRITICAL TO THE CHARACTER OF OUR CITY. I :HAD SAID, AND WILL SAY AGAIN, "I'VE LET TO MEET A HOUSE, NO MATTER WHAT CONDITION IT IS IN AND NOT BE ABLE TO RESTORE IT.....AS IS SAID, WHAT MIGHT SEEM IMPOSSIBLE --- JUST TAKES A LITTLE LONGER. THANK YOU FOR THIS MEETING TONIG14T AND I HOPE THAT THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL TAKE THE LEAD OF PORTLAND AND SANTA BA.RBARA AND TURN THE REMAKING OF THE CITY OVER TO THOSE WHO LIVE HERE, WITH NATIONAL CONTESTS...AS PORTLAND AND SANTA BARBARA REMAIN JEWELS MADE BY THE PEOPLE OF THEIR COMMUNITY. THANK YOU. DR. JANE COWLES SMITH 51 - g e 2 r - --_ .2 4 Vr 1 I•' a�v �n { Of= :. �. f I i•Ta-tsLa 1r�i - I THY �TI ram■ -�-rlcd.. 9 ] c , BEING A SUBQIvls10N OF A PORTION OF -rHF- rqo R-rH wz5T Y4 of THE OF,SEGTfON JJ/ T4 S., R4 E,s-a.B. M.. by,H.-Fb�r LL.S. M rc-h J923. Z - ____ 3: 3pJ l3iso r3`f57_'" 73T.0rr'-_"_'""137.'I I s 4 s y! f We !earcby ca lCy ./•>r we nre .ila DwNP.rs of or ;�h=rang ccn�y .x7! o Lv xY l4V^ J==n•-i/J rrrfn E 137-Sa' . 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Yr.Toca. .�:or-c.:' ,y2a. f/..fc PP'•!� 5 as -l7' -E 6SB7t• $89 Sl ss E'. r9Ta,$r - i.so's.�.., i323. - 'n �__/ o /Vo/a: A�earrn :of due calf/(of true edrf and wcsT ---- aunty C/ f �14 Secl`inn ne SBc/fon s/7asvn an aeons Sur,rey BMX-S: G 9? rrns `! Ysc r peoufy County C/arr: adol vnd q basis /-ihrs surYey. �s SI qS O�?ALM SAP v v , ry�c q� x �PORA V.. c4`'F°R`% CITY COUNCIL STAFF REPORT DATE: January 19, 2011 PUBLIC HEARING SUBJECT: CASE HSPB #75: APPLICATION FOR DESIGNATION OF THE SINGLE FAMILY DWELLING AT 928 AVENIDA PALMAS ("CARY GRANT ESTATE") AS A CLASS 1 HISTORIC SITE FROM: David H. Ready, City Manager BY: The Planning Department SUMMARY Under Section 8.05 of the Palm Springs Municipal Code (Historic Resources), the City Council may designate properties as "Class 1" historic sites. The City's Historic Site Preservation Board (HSPB) has recommended such a designation for the property at 928 Avenida Palmas ("Cary Grant Estate"). The Council will conduct a public hearing and determine if the site should be designated. Class 1 designation would place the building under the guidance of Municipal Code Section 8.05 "Historic Preservation". RECOMMENDATION 1. Open the public hearing and accept public testimony. 2. Adopt Resolution No. : "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA DESIGNATING THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 928 AVENIDA PALMAS ("CARY GRANT ESTATE") AS A HISTORIC SITE, CLASS 1 — HSPB 75" PROJECT DESCRIPTION The property owner, Dr. Jane Cowles Smith, filed an application requesting the subject property be designated a Class 1 historic site. Such designation would: 1. Place the subject property under the guidance of Municipal Code Section 8.05 2. Require present and subsequent owners to maintain the site consistent with that ordinance, and ITEM NO. �� City Council Staff Report January 19,2011 Case: HSPB No. 75;928 Avenida Palmas Page 2 of 6 3. Grant possible property tax reduction opportunities to the owner under the State of California Mills Act. A full project description, historic assessment report, findings and recommendations can be found in the attached staff reports to the Historic Site Preservation Board dated June 8, 2010 and subsequent reports and meeting minutes. PRIOR ACTIONS On May 13, 2010, the City received the application for designation of the subject property as a historic site. On June 8, 2010, the Historic Site Preservation Board conducted a public hearing on the application, which was continued to the meetings of July 13, August 10 and September 14, 2010. On September 14, 2010, the Historic Site Preservation Board voted 6 to 0 (Ploss recused) to recommend that the City Council designate the property at 928 Avenida Palmas as a Class 1 Historic Site, in accordance with Municipal Code Section 8.05. HSPB resolution #75 is attached. ANALYSIS The 3,884 square foot house is situated on a 67,082 square foot lot (1.54 acres) within the Movie Colony neighborhood. The original house was built in the late 1920's (completed in 1930) as a replica of an Andalusian farm house and reflected the Mediterranean / Spanish style common in Palm Springs during that era; the architect is unknown. R4 y utii z S *D ^I 1 I C Front-circa 1930 Front-2010 The house includes many features that represent the style: White-washed walls, red clay tile roof, wooden mullioned windows and doors, wood and iron balcony, heavy exposed beams are found on the building exterior. The site is defined by original features, including decorative entry gates; white-washed slumpstone perimeter walls, City Council Staff Report January 19,2011 Case: RSPB No. 75; 928 Avenida Palmas Page 3 of 6 mature trees, including palm and fruit trees; and substantial gardens. A detailed description of the property is provided in the attached staff reports, application and photographs. III ii a z, Rear-circa 1930 Rear-2010 The house has recently been restored including undoing numerous cosmetic alterations to the exterior and interior that had been made by prior owners. However, the basic configuration, design and architecture of the original home appear to have been unaltered over the years. An extensive discussion of the owner / applicant's restoration efforts is included in the application materials attached to this report. Over the years the house has been owned by several notable people. The site was developed and owned by Clareta and Jacob Kocher in 1927. Dr. Jacob John Kocher (c. 1884-1938) began his medical practice in Palm Springs in 1917. After retiring from medicine, Dr. Kocher invested in Palm Springs real estate. The house was sold in 1931 and passed through a number of owners until 1954 when it was purchased by actor Cary Grant. An internationally-recognized movie star since the 1930's, Mr. Grant occupied the house from 1954 through 1972, when he mad thirteen movies, including "To Catch a Thief', "North by Northwest", "Charade", and his last movie, "Walk, Don't Run", released in 1966. He was married to actress Dyan Cannon from 1965 to 1968. Because of Mr. Grant's eighteen year tenure and his extraordinary film career, the property is referred to as the Cary Grant Estate. Less than a month after the sale to Mr. Grant, a building permit was issued to add a second story to the garage (permit dated May 17, 1954). According to the application materials, the two-bedroom, two-bath addition was designed by architect Wallace Neff, who was a personal friend of the Cary Grant. However, the building permit lists the owner as Stanley Fox, who held title to the property until April 27, 1954. It is possible that Mr. Neff designed the addition, but it cannot be verified from the record. In 1988, the house was purchased by Christine and Frank Zane. Mr. Zane is a renowned body-builder, having won numerous awards, including Mr. Olympia in 1977, 1978, and 1979. While the Zane's occupied the property, Frank Zane conducted City Council Staff Report January 19,2011 Case: HSPB No. 75;928 Avenida Palmas Page 4 of 6 bodybuilding, fitness, nutrition, and motivation seminars around the world. He also operated the Zane Haven Bodybuilding Learning Center in Palm Springs. The Zane's sold the property in 1998 to Dr. Jane Cowles Smith (current owner and applicant). Dr. Smith is a cancer therapist and medical journalist, who received a master's degree in education at Harvard University and a Ph.D, in medical education at the University of Southern California Medical School. She has authored two medical books for the general public, "Informed Consent" and "Pain Relief'. DEFINING HISTORIC CHARACTERISTICS The defining characteristics of this faithfully-restored to period, Spanish Colonial Estate are its residential structure's Andalusian farm-house influence, including thick white- washed stucco walls, barrel red clay roof tiles, wood mullioned windows, wooden shutters and doors, wood and iron balcony, heavy exposed beams. Spanish Colonial influences also include a courtyard, loggias, pool, gardens, fountain and lush mature tropical trees and palms. REQUIRED FINDINGS As noted above, Section 8,05.020 of the Municipal Code provides the definition of a historic site: "An historic site is any real property such as: a building, a structure, including but not limited to archways, tiled areas and similar architectural elements; an archaeological excavation or object that is unique or significant because of its location, design, setting, materials, workmanship or aesthetic effect". Seven other qualities are listed therein and staff notes that in addition to the finding of the basic definition of a historic site, four of the seven qualities, #2, #3, #4 and #5, can also be associated with the Cary Grant Estate, as follows: 2. That the property is associated with lives of persons who made meaningful contribution to national, state or local history. Several owners of this property have made meaningful contributions to national, state or local history. Dr. Jacob John Kocher was the City's first pharmacist and served as a director of several early civic organizations. Cary Grant was and remains one of the most legendary, world-renowned names in movie stardom and owned the estate for 18 years. Grant was named the second Greatest Male Star of All Time by the American Film Institute. His popular films include "The Philadelphia Story," "An Affair to Remember," and "To Catch a Thief." His fame and architectural enlargement of the house -"Estate" — are important contributions. Actress Betsy Drake, the actor's wife at one time, also resided for several years at the estate. Frank Zane was well-known in the body-building industry, competed at the sport's highest levels, and won many titles. Dr. Jane Cowles Smith, a public health policy advocate, is a noted expert on the effects of pollution on rising disease levels. She has published widely on health and pain management issues, including her book "Informed Consent," which pioneered - 4 City Council Staff Report January 19,2011 Case: HSPB No.75; 928 Avenida Palmas Page 5 of 6 patient rights, and her book "Pain Relief," which led to the United States Congress accepting the "Pain Patient Bill of Rights." 3. That the property reflects or exemplifies a particular period of the national, state or local history, or The gated Estate's Spanish Colonial style recreates the rancho hacienda lifestyle of the early Californios and reflects the architectural design trends that defined luxury living in Palm Springs during the 1920s and 30s. The Andalusian farm house influence represents the relaxed rural atmosphere familiar to the soldiers from the Spanish province of Andalusia, who were among the first adventurers to explore California. 4. That the property embodies the distinctive characteristics of a type, period or method of construction; The Cary Grant Estate possesses excellent architectural features common to a Spanish Colonial style house of the 1920's, expressed in a unique Andalusian- influenced farm house design with original hand-formed Gladding McBean barrel roof tiles, wide roof overhangs, thick white-washed stucco walls, wood mullioned windows of varying sizes, wooden shutters and original iron hardware and fixtures, including the 'S" shutter holders. Exterior features, such as the courtyard, loggias, gardens and lush landscaping are all good examples of the style. This property retains most of the original character-defining materials and details; in some cases replacements have been made based on historic photographs. 5. That the property presents the work of a master builder, designer, artist, or architect whose individual genius influenced his age; or that possesses high artistic value; or The designers of the original structures are not known. Renowned California architect Wallace Neff, a close personal friend of Cary Grant's, designed a second-story addition to the garage as documented in Nef's book, "The Romance of Regional Architecture." Neff, who is recognized as developing the "California" style of architecture, was in demand during the era for important residential architecture including celebrity commissions, most notably Pickfair. He also is attributed with designing the estate's mailbox replica of the house. HSPB RECOMMENDATION The recommendation of the HSPB followed a meticulous review of the property, its history of alterations and restoration efforts and the notable persons who built, owned and occupied the property. After several meetings and at least one site visit, the Board adopted its recommendation for a Class 1 historic designation. City Council Staff Report January 19,2011 Case: HSPB No. 75;928 Avenida Palmas Page 6 of 6 ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT In accordance with Section 15331 (Historical Resources Restoration/Rehabilitation) of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the proposed designation is categorically exempt from environmental review as the proposed designation meets the conditions outlined for preservation of a historic resource. NOTIFICATION Pursuant to section 8.05.140 of the Municipal Code of Palm Springs, All property owners within four hundred (400) feet of the subject property have been notified and notice was made in a newspaper of general circulation. As of the writing of this report, staff has not received any inquiries on this matter. FISCAL IMPACT: No fiscal impact. lg ing, AIC Thomas J. wils Dire of Plann ervices Assistant City Manager, Dev't Svcs v 7-avid H. Ready City Manager Attachments: 1. Draft City Council Resolution 2. Vicinity Map 3. Resolution #75 of the HSPB 4. HSPB staff reports and meeting minutes for a. September 14, 2010 b. August 10, 2010 c. July 13, 2010 d. June 8, 2010 5. Applicant's application RESOLUTION NO. OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA DESIGNATING THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 928 AVENIDA PALMAS ("CARY GRANT ESTATE") AS A HISTORIC SITE, CLASS 1 — HSPB 75 WHEREAS, Chapter 8.05 of the Palm Springs Municipal Code allows for the designation of historic sites; and WHEREAS, the current property owner, Dr. Jane Cowles Smith, Trustee for the Jane Cowles Smith Family Trust, filed an application for Historic Site Designation; and WHEREAS, on June 8, 2010, the Historic Site Preservation Board conducted a public hearing in accordance with applicable law to consider designation of the Hugh Stephens Residence as a historic site, and considered said hearing to the meetings of July 13, August 10, and September 14, 2010; and WHEREAS, on September 14, 2010, the HSPB adopted Resolution #75 to recommend to City Council designation of the property located at 928 Avenida Palmas ("Cary Grant Estate") as a Historic Site, Class 1; and WHEREAS, notice of a public hearing of the City Council of the City of Palm Springs to consider designation of the property located at 928 Avenida Palmas ("Cary Grant Estate") as a Historic Site, Class 1 was issued in accordance with applicable law; and WHEREAS, on January 19, 2011 the City Council conducted a public hearing in accordance with applicable law to consider designation of the property located at 928 Avenida Palmas ("Cary Grant Estate") as a Historic Site, Class 1; and WHEREAS, the designation of the property located at 928 Avenida Palmas ("Cary Grant Estate") as a Historic Site, Class 1 shall further the purpose and intent of Chapter 8.05 and promotes the sensitive preservation of said site; and WHEREAS, in accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the designation of a historic site is categorically exempt from environmental review pursuant to Section 15331 for the preservation of historical resources, and WHEREAS, the City Council has carefully reviewed and considered all of the evidence in connection with the designation, including but not limited to the staff report, application and historical research, all written and oral testimony presented. THE CITY COUNCIL DOES HEREBY RESOLVE: SECTION 1: Pursuant to CEQA, the City Council finds that the designation of portions of the Orchid Tree Inn as a Class 1 and Class 2 historic sites is categorically exempt from 7 CC Resolution January 19,2011 HSPB#75 Page 2 of 5 environmental review pursuant to Section 15331 whereby this designation is for the preservation of a historical resource. SECTION 2: Pursuant to Section 8.05.020 of the Palm Springs Municipal Code, the City Council does hereby make the following findings regarding the property at 928 Avenida Palmas ("Cary Grant Estates") to support designation as a Class One historic site: A. The property located at 928 N. Avenida Palmas is associated with lives of persons who made meaningful contribution to national, state or local history, because several owners of this property have made meaningful contributions to national, state or local history. Dr. Jacob John Kocher was the City's first pharmacist and served as a director of several early civic organizations. Cary Grant was and remains one of the most legendary, world-renowned names in movie stardom and owned the estate for 18 years. Grant was named the second Greatest Male Star of All Time by the American Film Institute. His popular films include "The Philadelphia Story," "An Affair to Remember," and "To Catch a Thief." His fame and architectural enlargement of the estate are important contributions. Actress Betsy Drake, the actor's wife at one time, also resided for several years at the estate. Frank Zane was well-known in the body-building industry, competed at the sport's highest levels, and won many titles. Dr. Jane Cowles Smith, a public health policy advocate, is a noted expert on the effects of pollution on rising disease levels. She has published widely on health and pain management issues, including her book "Informed Consent," which pioneered patient rights, and her book "Pain Relief," which led to the United States Congress accepting the "Pain Patient Bill of Rights." B. The property reflects or exemplifies a particular period of the national, state or local history, because the gated Estate's Spanish Colonial style recreates the rancho hacienda lifestyle of the early Californios and reflects the architectural design trends that defined luxury living in Palm Springs during the 1920s and 30s. The Andalusian farm house influence represents the relaxed rural atmosphere familiar to the soldiers from the Spanish province of Andalusia, who were among the first adventurers to explore California. C. The property embodies the distinctive characteristics of a type, period or method of construction, because the Cary Grant Estate possesses excellent architectural features common to a Spanish Colonial style house of the 1920's, expressed in a unique Andalusian-influenced farm house design with original hand-formed Gladding McBean barrel roof tiles, wide roof overhangs, thick white-washed stucco walls, wood mullioned windows of varying sizes, wooden shutters and original iron hardware and fixtures, including the 'S" shutter holders. Exterior features, such as the courtyard, loggias, gardens and lush landscaping are all good examples of the style. This property retains most of the original character- . � CC Resolution January 19,2011 RSPB#75 Page 3 of 5 defining materials and details; in some cases replacements have been made based on historic photographs. D. The property presents the work of a master builder, designer, artist, or architect whose individual genius influenced his age; or that possesses high artistic value, because the designers of the original structures are not known. Renowned California architect Wallace Neff, a close personal friend of Cary Grant's, designed a second-story addition to the garage as documented in Neff's book, "The Romance of Regional Architecture." Neff, who is recognized as developing the "California" style of architecture, was in demand during the era for important residential architecture including celebrity commissions, most notably Pickfair. He also is attributed with designing the estate's mailbox replica of the house. SECTION 5: Based upon the foregoing, the City Council does hereby designate as a Class 1 Historic Site the property at 928 Avenida Palmas ("Cary Grant Estate"), subject to the following conditions; 1. The property owner shall permit the City to place at the site a historic marker noting the designation "Cary Grant Estate," but otherwise of the City's choosing. The marker shall be placed in a location visible from the public right-of-way. The owner shall maintain the marker in the location as installed and pay for the replacement cost if the marker is lost, stolen, or otherwise removed from the property. 2. All future modifications of the existing structures, as well as any new construction or any modifications to lighting, walls, fences and landscaping, other than routine maintenance, shall require HSPB review pursuant to Municipal Code Ordinance 8.05.180, 3. All requirements of the Palm Springs Zoning Code shall be met. 4. That the City Clerk submit the Council Resolution to the County recorder for recordation within 90 days of the effective date of this resolution. 5. Any alterations or modifications to the exterior approved prior to the designation of this site by the City Council shall be deemed acceptable. ADOPTED THIS 19t" day of January, 2011. David H. Ready, City Manager ATTEST: CC Resolution January 19,2011 RSPB#75 Page 4 of 5 James Thompson, City Clerk CC Resolution January 19,2011 RSPB#75 Page 5 of 5 CERTIFICATION STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF RIVERSIDE ) ss. CITY OF PALM SPRINGS ) I, JAMES THOMPSON, City Clerk of the City of Palm Springs, hereby certify that Resolution No. is a full, true and correct copy, and was duly adopted at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Palm Springs on , by the following vote: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: ABSTAIN: James Thompson, City Clerk City of Palm Springs, California 1 � Ut�., pAIMDepartment of Planning Services Vicinity Map .... �TB "E1 M�1 gPIP 6 td 3 & E& 'ditg 6,' hk qp M 7rr .. t , 3 �'+ ,ttW,k E3 3+ E�i'»tw" E�t 3,d t, ...., e ',iA� .......�....r._ i8. d . y ' Item t I E©ratrvle� �llttitte! CITY OF PALM SPRINGS CASE NO: HSPB 75 DESCRIPTION: Application for a Class 1 Historic Site Designation at 928 North Avenida Palmas, Zone. APPLICANT: Cary Grant House R-1-B, Section 11, APN 507-164-001. RESOLUTION NO. 75 OF THE HISTORIC SITE PRESERVATION BOARD OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, RECOMMENDING THAT THE CITY COUNCIL DESIGNATE THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 928 NORTH AVENIDA PALMAS ("CARY GRANT ESTATE") AS A HISTORIC SITE, CLASS 1 — HSPB 75. WHEREAS, in 1927, Dr. Jacob John Kocher commissioned the construction of the single family dwelling at 928 N. Avenida Palmas; and WHEREAS, the defining characteristics of this faithfully-restored to period, Spanish Colonial Estate are its residential structure's Andalusian farm-house influence, including thick white- washed stucco walls, barrel red clay roof tiles, wood mullioned windows, wooden shutters and doors, wood and iron balcony, heavy exposed beams. Spanish Colonial influences also include a courtyard, loggias, pool, gardens, fountain and lush mature tropical trees and palms; and WHEREAS, the dwelling has been occupied by several notable people, including Dr. Jacob Kocher, actor Cary Grant, body-builder Frank Zane and author / advocate Dr. Jane Cowles Smith; and WHEREAS, Chapter 8.05 of the Palm Springs Municipal Code allows for the designation of historic sites; and WHEREAS, the current property owner, Dr. Jane Cowles Smith, Trustee for the Jane Cowles Smith Family Trust, filed an application for Historic Site Designation; and WHEREAS, notice of a public hearing of the Historic Site Preservation Board of the City of Palm Springs to consider designation of the property, known as the "Cary Grant Estate", as a historic site was issued in accordance with applicable law; and WHEREAS, on June 8, 2010, the Historic Site Preservation Board conducted a public hearing in accordance with applicable law to consider designation of the Cary Grant Estate as a historic site; and WHEREAS, the designation of the Cary Grant Estate shall further the purpose and intent of Chapter 8.05; and WHEREAS, the designation of the Cary Grant Estate shall promote the sensitive preservation of said site; and WHEREAS, the Historic Site Preservation Board has carefully reviewed and considered all of the evidence in connection with the designation, including but not limited to the staff report, application and historical research, all written and oral testimony presented. THE HISTORIC SITE PRESERVATION BOARD HEREBY FINDS AS FOLLOWS: Section 1: That the property located at 928 N. Avenida Palmas is associated with lives of persons who made meaningful contribution to national, state or local history. Several owners of this property have made meaningful contributions to national, state or 1 � local history. Dr. Jacob John Kocher was the City's first pharmacist and served as a director of several early civic organizations. Cary Grant was and remains one of the most legendary, world-renowned names in movie stardom and owned the estate for 18 years. Grant was named the second Greatest Male Star of All Time by the American Film Institute. His popular films include "The Philadelphia Story," "An Affair to Remember," and "To Catch a Thief." His fame and architectural enlargement of the house "Estate" — are important contributions. Actress Betsy Drake, the actor's wife at one time, also resided for several years at the estate. Frank Zane was well-known in the body-building industry, competed at the sport's highest levels, and won many titles. Dr. Jane Cowles Smith, a public health policy advocate, is a noted expert on the effects of pollution on rising disease levels. She has published widely on health and pain management issues, including her book "Informed Consent," which pioneered patient rights, and her book "Pain Relief,"which led to the United States Congress accepting the "Pain Patient Bill of Rights." Section 2. That the property reflects or exemplifies a particular period of the national, state or local history; or The gated Estate's Spanish Colonial style recreates the rancho hacienda lifestyle of the early Californios and reflects the architectural design trends that defined luxury living in Palm Springs during the 1920s and 30s. The Andalusian farm house influence represents the relaxed rural atmosphere familiar to the soldiers from the Spanish province of Andalusia, who were among the first adventurers to explore California. Section 3. That the property embodies the distinctive characteristics of a type, period or method of construction; The Cary Grant Estate possesses excellent architectural features common to a Spanish Colonial style house of the 1920's, expressed in a unique Andalusian-influenced farm house design with original hand-formed Gladding McBean barrel roof tiles, wide roof overhangs, thick white-washed stucco walls, wood mullioned windows of varying sizes, wooden shutters and original iron hardware and fixtures, including the 'S" shutter holders. Exterior features, such as the courtyard, loggias, gardens and lush landscaping are all good examples of the style. This property retains most of the original character- defining materials and details; in some cases replacements have been made based on historic photographs. Section 4. That the property presents the work of a master builder, designer, artist, or architect whose individual genius influenced his age; or that possesses high artistic value; or The designers of the original structures are not known. Renowned California architect Wallace Neff, a close personal friend of Cary Grant's, designed a second-story addition to the garage as documented in Nef's book, "The Romance of Regional Architecture." Neff, who is recognized as developing the "California" style of architecture, was in demand during the era for important residential architecture including celebrity commissions, most notably Pickfair. He also is attributed with designing the estate's mailbox replica of the house. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that, based upon the foregoing, the Historic Site Preservation Board recommends that the City Council designate the property located at 928 N. 2 14 Avenida Palmas, Palm Springs, California ("Cary Grant Estate") as a Historic Site, Class 1 subject to the following conditions; 1. The property owner shall permit the City to place at the site a historic marker noting the designation "Cary Grant Estate," but otherwise of the City's choosing. The marker shall be placed in a location visible from the public right-of-way. The owner shall maintain the marker in the location as installed and pay for the replacement cost if the marker is lost, stolen, or otherwise removed from the property. 2. All future modifications of the existing structures, as well as any new construction or any modifications to lighting, walls, fences and landscaping, other than routine maintenance, shall require HSPB review pursuant to Municipal Code Ordinance 8.05.180. 3. All requirements of the Palm Springs Zoning Code shall be met. 4. That the City Clerk submit the Council Resolution to the County recorder for recordation within 90 days of the effective date of this resolution. 5. Any alterations or modifications to the exterior approved prior to the designation of this site by the City Council shall be deemed acceptable. ADOPTED this 10 day of September, 2010. AYES: Cohen, DeLeeuw, Gilmer, Grattan, Marshall and Strahl NOES: (none) ABSENT: (none) ABSTENTIONS: Ploss ATTEST: CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA ai ing, A Dirdet6r of Plann ng Services Historic Site Pres ation Board Secretary 3 15 CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA HISTORIC SITE PRESERVATION BOARD September 14, 2010 Meeting Minutes Large Conference Room, City Hall 3200 East Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs, California 92262 BOARD MEMBERS: Present Present FY FY: 2010/2011 This Meeting: Year-to-Date: Excused Absences: John Gilmer, Chair X 3 0 Barbara Marshall, Vice Chair X 3 0 Thomas DeLeeuw X 3 0 Sheila Grattan X 3 0 Roxann Ploss X 3 0 Brian Strahl X 3 0 Leo Cohen X 3 0 Staff Representatives: Craig A. Ewing, AICP Director of Planning Services Staff Liaison CALL TO ORDER: Chair Gilmer called the meeting to order at 8:15 a.m. 2. CALL: Present: Chair Gilmer, Vice Chair Marshall, L. Cohen, T. DeLeeuw, S. Gra R. Ploss, and B. Strahl. 3. POSTING OF DA: This Agenda was available for public access at the City Hall exterior bulletin d (west side of Council Chamber), City Clerk's office and Planning Services' counte r before 4:00 p.m. Thursday, September 9, 2010. 4. PUBLIC COMMENTS: No public comments. 5. CONSENT CALENDAR: M/S/C (Grattan / Marshall, 7-0) To approve minutes of August 10, 2010 meeting, including corrections on pages 2 and 3 offered by Boar mbers Ploss and Vice Chair Marshall. RSPB 75 (Cary Grant Estate; 928 Avenida Palmas) — An application by Dr. Jane Cowles Smith for the historic designation of 928 Avenida Palmas, Zone R-1-C, Section 13. Director Ewing summarized the staff memo and offered the draft resolution 16 Historic Site Preservation Board Agenda Page 2 of 3 Tuesday,September 14,2010 prepared by the Board's appointed committee (Grattan, Marshall, Strahl), as well as an alternative resolution offered by the property owner. At the invitation of the Board, the owner provided clarifying remarks. Discussion by the Board included: - Identification of property owner as "Dr. Jane Cowles Smith, Trustee for the Jane Cowles Smith Family Trust"; Description as "faithfully restored" versus "faithfully restored to period"; and The issue of"renovation" versus "restoration" of the property, M/S/C (Grattan / Strahl, 6-0; Ploss recused) To approve the draft resolution to recommend Class 1 historic designation, with the following changes: The second "WHEREAS" to be amended to read, in part, "...faithfully restored to period..."; The fifth "WHEREAS" to be replaced with the language regarding property ownership offered in the draft resolution presented by Dr. Smith; and The add the following language to the end of Section 3: "This property retains most of the original character-defining materials and details; in some cases replacements have been made based on historic photographs." Chair Gilmer asked staff to send a copy of the final resolution to the Board. Board member Ploss returned to the room. 8. HER BUSINESS: 8A. SPB 2 (Welwood Murray Cemetery, 471 Chino Road) Discussion of ible amendments to Class One Historic Designation. Director 'ng summarized the staff memo and background information, also noting this item was placed on the agenda at the request of Vice Chair Marshall. Vice Chair Marshall not a limited historic designation on the property, asked the Board to consi an expanded designation, especially for ground level headstones. A e invitation of the Board, Kathleen Jurasky, District Manager for the etery, described the status of the headstones. Discussion by the Board a s. Jurasky included: - The definition and maintenance of ` ht" versus "ground level" headstones; - The level of protection accorded the upri and ground level (including full-body) headstones by the Cemete . trict; - The history and operation of the Welwood Murray Ce ery; and - Preserving specific elements versus the entire cemetery; The Board considered initiating an application to amend the a 'ng designation, however, no consensus was found to take such action. 2 17 aOlt pALMsp iy u 4+ *CROgpttl 1° % *Cg41FORt�`p Historic Site Preservation Board Memo Date: September 14, 2010 Case No: HSPB — 75 Application Type: Class 1 Designation Application Location: 948 Avenida Palmas Applicant: Dr. Jane Smith Zone: R-1-A APN: 507-164-001 From: Craig A. Ewing, AICP, Director of Planning Serviceg At the meeting of August 10, 2010, the Board directed an ad-hoc Committee-of-the- Board to prepare a draft resolution recommending to the City Council historic designation Class 1 for the Cary Grant Estate, 928 Avenida Palmas. Chair Gilmer appointed Vice Chair Marshall and Board members Grattan and Strahl to the committee. Staff has received the committee's draft resolution, which is attached. Staff believes it adequately captures the significant historic features of the property and recommends Board approval. Prior to any action, the Board may amend the draft as it believes appropriate. Materials in support of the application have been previously distributed to the Board. A new submittal from the applicant is attached. Attached 1. Draft Resolution 2. Letter from Dr. Jane Smith, September 7, 2010 18 RESOLUTION NO. OF THE HISTORIC SITE PRESERVATION BOARD OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, RECOMMENDING THAT THE CITY COUNCIL DESIGNATE THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 928 NORTH AVENIDA PALMAS ("CARY GRANT ESTATE") AS A HISTORIC SITE, CLASS 1 — HSPB 75. WHEREAS, in 1927, Dr. Jacob John Kocher commissioned the construction of the single family dwelling at 928 N. Avenida Palmas; and WHEREAS, the defining characteristics of this faithfully-restored, Spanish Colonial Estate are its residential structure's Andalusian farm-house influence, including thick white-washed stucco walls, barrel red clay roof tiles, wood mullioned windows, wooden shutters and doors, wood and iron balcony, heavy exposed beams. Spanish Colonial influences also include a courtyard, loggias, pool, gardens, fountain and lush mature tropical trees and palms; and WHEREAS, the dwelling has been occupied by several notable people, including Dr. Jacob Kocher, actor Cary Grant, body-builder Frank Zane and author / advocate Dr. Jane Cowles Smith; and WHEREAS, Chapter 8,05 of the Palm Springs Municipal Code allows for the designation of historic sites;-and WHEREAS, the current property owner, Jane Cowles Smith Family Trust, with Dr. Jane Cowles Smith as trustee, filed an application for Historic Site Designation; and WHEREAS, notice of a public hearing of the Historic Site Preservation Board of the City of Palm Springs to consider designation of the property, known as the "Cary Grant Estate", as a historic site was issued in accordance with applicable law; and WHEREAS, on June 8, 2010, the Historic Site Preservation Board conducted a public hearing in accordance with applicable law to consider designation of the Cary Grant Estate as a historic site; and WHEREAS, the designation of the Cary Grant Estate shall further the purpose and intent of Chapter 8.05; and WHEREAS, the designation of the Cary Grant Estate shall promote the sensitive preservation of said site; and WHEREAS, the Historic Site Preservation Board has carefully reviewed and considered all of the evidence in connection with the designation, including but not limited to the staff report, application and historical research, all written and oral testimony presented. THE HISTORIC SITE PRESERVATION BOARD HEREBY FINDS AS FOLLOWS: Section 1: That the property located at 928 N. Avenida Palmas is associated with lives of persons who made meaningful contribution to national, state or local history. Several owners of this property have made meaningful contributions to national, state or local history. Dr. Jacob John Kocher was the City's first pharmacist and served as a director of several early civic organizations. Cary Grant was and remains one of the most legendary, world-renowned names in movie stardom and owned the estate for 18 years. Grant was named the second Greatest Male Star of All Time by the American Film Institute. His popular films include "The Philadelphia Story," "An Affair to Remember," and "To Catch a Thief." His fame and architectural enlargement of the house -"Estate" — are important contributions. Actress Betsy Drake, the actor's wife at one time, also resided for several years at the estate. Frank Zane was well-known in the body-building industry, competed at the sport's highest levels, and won many titles. Dr. Jane Cowles Smith, a public health policy advocate, is a noted expert on the effects of pollution on rising disease levels. She has published widely on health and pain management issues, including her book "Informed Consent," which pioneered patient rights, and her book "Pain Relief," which led to the United States Congress accepting the "Pain Patient Bill of Rights." Section 2. That the property reflects or exemplifies a particular period of the national, state or local history; or The gated Estate's Spanish Colonial style recreates the rancho hacienda lifestyle of the early Californios and reflects the architectural design trends that defined luxury living in Palm Springs during the 1920s and 30s. The Andalusian farm house influence represents the relaxed rural atmosphere familiar to the soldiers from the Spanish province of Andalusia, who were among the first adventurers to explore California. Section 3. That the property embodies the distinctive characteristics of a type, period or method of construction; The Cary Grant Estate possesses excellent architectural features common to a Spanish Colonial style house of the 1920's, expressed in a unique Andalusian-influenced farm house design with original hand-formed Gladding McBean barrel roof tiles, wide roof overhangs, thick white-washed stucco walls, wood mullioned windows of varying sizes, wooden shutters and original iron hardware and fixtures, including the 'S" shutter holders. Exterior features, such as the courtyard, loggias, gardens and lush landscaping are all good examples of the style. Section 4. That the property presents the work of a master builder, designer, artist, or architect whose individual genius influenced his age; or that possesses high artistic value; or The designers of the original structures are not known. Renowned California architect Wallace Neff, a close personal friend of Cary Grant's, designed a second-story addition to the garage as documented in Neff s book, "The Romance of Regional Architecture." Neff, who is recognized as developing the "California" style of architecture, was in demand during the era for important residential architecture including celebrity commissions, most notably Pickfair. He also is attributed with designing the estate's mailbox replica of the house. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that, based upon the foregoing, the Historic Site Preservation Board recommends that the City Council designate the property located at 928.N. Avenida Palmas, Palm Springs, California ("Cary Grant Estate") as a Historic Site, Class 1 subject to the following conditions; 2 20 1. The property owner shall permit the City to place at the site a historic marker noting the designation "Cary Grant Estate," but otherwise of the City's choosing. The marker shall be placed in a location visible from the public right-of-way. The owner shall maintain the marker in the location as installed and pay for the replacement cost if the marker is lost, stolen, or otherwise removed from the property. 2. All future modifications of the existing structures, as well as any new construction or any modifications to lighting, walls, fences and landscaping, other than routine maintenance, shall require HSPB review pursuant to Municipal Code Ordinance 8.05.180. 3. All requirements of the Palm Springs Zoning Code shall be met. 4. That the City Clerk submit the Council Resolution to the County recorder for recordation within 90 days of the effective date of this resolution. 5. Any alterations or modifications to the exterior approved prior to the designation of this site by the City Council shall be deemed acceptable. ADOPTED this day of , 2010. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: _ ABSTENTIONS: ATTEST: CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA Craig A. Ewing, AICP Director of Planning Services Historic Site Preservation Board Secretary 3 21 ..JANE COWLES SMITH, PH.D. 928 NORTH AVENIDA PALMAS • PALM SPRINGS, CA 92262 • (760) 322.1040 EMAIL: JANESMITH48@YAHOO.COM September 7, 2010 Mr. Craig A. Ewing, AICP, Director of Planning Services City of Palm Springs 3200 East Tahquitz Canyon Way Palm Springs, CA 92262 SUBJECT: Case No. HSPB — 75 - Class 1 Designation application for 928 North Avenida Palmas (APN 507-164-001); Summary presenting correct information Dear Craig, Following-up the recent on-site visits by you and the HSPB, and my previous emails and advisories, to assist your efforts and to save you time, as I had promised you, below is a brief numbered summary presenting the correct information followed by a revised draft resolution: 1. Correct applicant name: Jane Cowles_Smith, Trustee for the Jane Cowles Family Trust. 2, Per Chain of Title, Page 1, on March 23, 1927, "Jacob John Kocher, et al" is the correct name as land developer in 1927 of "Blocks 'A' and 'B' of Las Hacenditas No. 2 as shown by Map on file in the office of the County Recorder of Riverside County, California, in Book 15 of Maps, at page 55 thereof." 3. Although Dr. Kocher was the City's first pharmacist, Harry Lee Coffman, M.D. was Palm Springs' first physician. 4. Per Chain of Title, Page 4, January 23. 1931, (tax year 1930-31), Dr. Kocher sold to Julius Nolan (commonly known as 928 N Avenida Palmas, Palm Springs, CA 92262; Assessor's Parcel No. 507-164-001), "Lots Three (3), Four (4), Five (5), and Six (6) of Block 'B' Las Hacenditas Tract No. 2, in Palm Springs . . ." 5. If Dr. Kocher, et al resided on the property, it would have been for a very brief period. 6. Per Chain of Title, Page 15, on March 29, 1954, the Nolan estate sold 928 N. Avenida Palmas (commonly known as "Lots 3, 4, 5 and 6") to Stanley E. Fox, Cary Grant's friend/attorney, who often represented Cary Grant to maintain Grant's_privacy. 7. Per Chain of Title, Page 16, on April 27, 1954, Stanley E. Fox sold 928 N. Avenida Palmas to Cary Grant, just four weeks after Stanley Fox had purchased the estate. 8. Cary Grant's residence in Palm Springs: The "Palm Springs Villager" magazine and other worldwide publications documented that Las Palomas was Grant's primary residence from 1954 to 1972. Grant had two marriages and a child while owning the home. The many visits by celebrities and locals to Las Palomas were abundantly reported in the media further documenting that the estate served as his principal residence during this time. 9. Per Chain of Title, Page 18, on September 12, 1972, Cary Grant sold 928 N. Avenida Palmas to Dr. Louis W. and Gloria Baldwin. 10. Per Chain of Title, Page 19, on January 28, 1988, Dr. and Mrs. Baldwin sold 928 N. Avenida Palmas to Frank and Christine Zane. 22 Mr. Craig A.Ewing,AICP, Director of Planning Services Case No. HSPB — 75 - Class 1 Designation application for 928 North Avenida Palmas (APN 507-164-001); Summary clarifying pertinent points September 7, 2010 Pacie2of3 11. Per Chain of Title, Page 24, on September 30 1998, the Zane Revocable Trust sold 928 N. Avenida Palmas to Jane Cowles Smith. 12. Per Chain of Title, Page 25, on December 8 2006, Jane Cowles Smith guitclaimed 928 N. Avenida Palmas to the Jane Cowles Smith Family Trust. 13. 1 faithfully "restored" not "renovated" the property after I purchased it in 1998. 14. 1 did not altar the building footprint or landscaping on the grounds of the estate. installed water conserving drip irrigation and use a trained arborist for extensive trimming and cleaning-up existing old growth landscaping, documented in HSPB photographs. 15. Chimney Caps: "Original" 1920's Gladding McBean red clay tile chimney caps were part of the original building as seen in early Willard photographs, as well as in Grant and Baldwin photo. rq aphs as presented to the HSPB. 16. Shutters: In 1998, there were no shutters, I had no photographs for reference. Original "S"forged wrought iron shutter holders and hangers were imbedded in the stucco walls. I copied the Movie Colony's nearby historic "Invernata" shutters as its "S" holders closely matched the same blacksmith welder's "mark." The shutter designs were later verified to match those evident in early Willard photographs as well as later Baldwin and Grant photographs that show first and second floor shutters (See Willard, Baldwin and Grant photographs - HSPB). 17. National Registry guidelines state the exterior wall materials for this structure as "Stucco" only. 18. The classic "Spanish_blue" trim color often appears on many Spanish homes and churches. 19. As documented in architect Wallace Neff's 1957 book of "work for Cary Grant at 928 North Avenida Palmas Palm S rin s", he designed the second floor addition (2 bedroom/2 bath) over the former garage and the first floor storage space for his close friend and client, Cary Grant. 20. Oval Windows: It is likely that Wallace Neff may have added the two oval windows in the living r� and o� ssibly_the carport per Grant/Baldwin photos as presented to the HSPB). 21. Grant purchased the house in April, 1954 and his friend, Stanley Fox took out a building permit for the massive addition over the former garage in 1954. Since Grant and Neff were best friends, we can only speculate what other minor architectural modifications he might have done for Mr. Grant. 22. National Registration guidelines classify this architectural design as "Colonial" and "Spanish Colonial" subcategorX. The HSPB already recognizes it's "Andalusian" influence, which is indisputable in 1929-30. 23. The House replicates many typical Andalusian architectural details found in southern Spain and was a design used most often in southern California from simple to ornate (1920's - `30's). There are no exact models to conduct a comparison. 24. Slate Walkways: National Registry guidelines note the continuation of original slate walkways by removing "Kool Deck" or pathways in no way detracts or alters the house. Mr. Craig A. Ewing,AICP,Director of Planning Services Case No. HSPB — 75 - Class 1 Designation application for 928 North Avenida Palmas (APN 507-164-001); Summary clarifying pertinent points September 7, 2010 Page 3 of 3 25. Property Significant for More than One Person: National Registry guidelines state, "If a property is significant for more than one person, choose the most prominent" person first . . . than list others (i.e.: "Grant, Cary, Estate"). 26. Dr. Jane Cowles (Smith) qualifies as a prominent person as well as for faithfully restoring the Cary Grant Estate. Dr. Cowles' 1975 revolutionary book, "Informed Consent"changed the lives of every American, resulting in legal and mandatory informing of patients about any medical procedure/treatment, any risk or benefit, any alternative treatments, a right to second opinions, a right to records, participation and choice of treatment, etc., without force, fear, threat, lies, or duress. By law, every patient has the right to self-determination over what does or does not happen to their bodies. By law, every patient must sign a document of "Informed Consent" stating they have been informed, understand and consent to any medical procedure/treatment of their body. In 1975, she began the "Patient Rights" movement in the United States. In 1995, her landmark book "Pain Re/ief' demanded all patients be assessed and adequately treated for their pain. Every hospital chart in the United States has a pain assessment measure as part of every patients' vital signs. The U.S. Congress adopted the "Pain Patient Bill of Rights" as a basic human right. In the early 1990's, Dr. Cowles was one of the first researchers to connect rising levels of disease/disorders and premature death as linked to man made pollution, toxins and millions of chemicals in our air, water and food. She has been a leading voice to protect human life by reversing the 1994 "Contract with America," which removed all rules, regulations, laws, and their enforcements, designed to safeguard human life, which is connected to a healthy environment. It is now universally accepted that choosing profits first, the value of profits over the value of human life and the environment is one of the most costly and ill-founded decisions ever made in the history of the U.S. Congress, which is demonstrating to be irreversible and indicates the questionable survival of the human species. In press: Toxic Profit$ Have More Value than Human Life. As we discussed, I am available for prior review of any questions that you may have of any of these details and any questions that you may have in preparation for the next HSPB meeting, at which time I understand the anticipation of the Board recommending approval to the City Council. Please feel free to get in touch with me at (760) 322-1040. Thank you. Sincerely, A0"_� a� JANE COWLES SMITH Attachment: Draft Resolution (3 pages) - 24 RESOLUTION NO. OF THE HISTORIC SITE PRESERVATION BOARD OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, RECOMMENDING THAT THE CITY COUNCIL DESIGNATE THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 928 NORTH AVENIDA PALMAS ("CARY GRANT ESTATE") WITHIN AN AREA KNOWN AS "THE MOVIE COLONY" AS A HISTORIC SITE, CLASS 1 — HSPB 75. WHEREAS, in 1927, Dr. Jacob John Kocher commissioned the construction of the single family dwelling at 928 N. Avenida Palmas; and WHEREAS, the defining characteristics of this home are its literal representation of a 19th century two-story Andalusian farm house with a traditional "U"-shape courtyard design for private indoor/outdoor living, with original arcades, fountain and swimming pool, including double lathe white-washed stucco walls with individual fireplaces in each living space to mitigate climate extremes, double barrel red clay tile roofs, wooden mullioned windows and doors, decorative wood and wrought iron balconies below deep gable roof overhangs over a cobblestone passageway leading into the central courtyard, wooden shutters, heavy exposed wood beams, wrought iron fixtures and numerous features within the dwelling that continue the style throughout the structure; further embellished by its expansive lawns, established lush "old growth" specimen trees, palms, citrus, and cactus gardens within a walled and decoratively gated 1.53-acre site; and WHEREAS, the dwelling has been occupied by several notable people, including actor Cary Grant, body-builder Frank Zane and author and pioneer healthcare/patient rights advocate Dr. Jane Cowles (Smith) of the Jane Cowles Smith Family Trust; and WHEREAS, Chapter 8.05 of the Palm Springs Municipal Code allows for the designation of historic sites; and WHEREAS, the current property owner and resident, Dr. Jane Cowles Smith, trustee for the Jane Cowles Smith Family Trust, filed an application for Historic Site Designation; and WHEREAS, notice of a public hearing of the Historic Site Preservation Board of the City of Palm Springs to consider designation of the property, known as the "Cary Grant Estate", as a historic site was issued in accordance with applicable law; and WHEREAS, on June 8, 2010, the Historic Site Preservation Board conducted a public hearing in accordance with applicable law to consider designation of the Cary Grant Estate as a historic site; and WHEREAS, the designation of the Cary Grant Estate shall further the purpose and intent of Chapter 8.05; and WHEREAS, the designation of the Cary Grant Estate shall promote the sensitive preservation of said site; and WHEREAS, the Historic Site Preservation Board has carefully reviewed and considered all of the evidence in connection with the designation, including, but not limited to the staff report, application and historical research, all written and oral testimony presented. 25 THE HISTORIC SITE PRESERVATION BOARD HEREBY FINDS AS FOLLOWS: Section 1: That the property located at 928 N. Avenida Palmas is associated with lives of persons who made meaningful contribution to national, state or local history. Several owners of this property have made meaningful contributions to national, state or local history. Dr. Jacob John Kocher was the City's first pharmacist and served on a number of the community's early civic organizations. Cary Grant was and remains one of the most recognizable names in movie stardom and, at this time, lived longer in the house than any other owner (from 1954 to 1972), who made a significant contribution to the house by retaining famous architect Wallace Neff, Sr. who designed the second floor addition over the garage. From 1984 to 1998, Frank Zane owned and resided at the house and is well-known in the body-building industry and competed at the highest levels in the sport, in one year winning the "Mr. Olympia" title. In 1998, Dr. Jane Cowles (Smith) purchased the estate and during the following 11 years faithfully restored the estate beyond original conditions. In 1975, Dr. Cowles' revolutionary book, "Informed Consent" resulted in the mandatory informing of patients about any medical procedure requiring a signed document that the patient had been informed and consented to the procedure; also had a right to second opinions, a knowledge of alternative treatments, the right to records, and the right of self-determination. In 1975, she pioneered the "patient rights" movement in the United States. In 1995, her book "Pain Relief"demanded all patients be assessed and adequately treated for their pain. On every hospital form in the United States, pain assessment became part of measuring every patient's vital signs. Later, the U.S. Congress accepted the "Pain Patient Bill of Rights" as a basic human right. Dr. Cowles is one of the first researchers to connect pollution and toxins to rising levels of disease, disorders and premature death due to exposure to man made pollution, toxins in our air, water, food as well as its direct link to exposure to millions of chemical agents. Section 2: That the property reflects or exemplifies a particular period of the national, state or local history; or The Spanish style of the property reflects the architectural design trends of the 1920's and '30's which recreated the rancho hacienda lifestyle of the early Californios. The Andalulsian farm house style of the property uniquely represents the relaxed rural atmosphere of the past. Section 3: That the property embodies the distinctive characteristics of a type, period or method of construction; The Cary Grant Estate possesses excellent architectural features common to a Spanish style house of the 1920's, expressed in a unique farm house design; two- piece barrel roof tiles, wide roof overhangs, thick white-washed stucco walls, heavy wood timbers, wood mullioned windows of varying sizes, and original iron hardware and fixtures are all good examples of the style. Section 4: That the property presents the work of a master builder, designer, artist, or architect whose individual genius influenced his age; or that possesses high artistic value; or The designers of the original structures are not known. It has been established with certainty that architect Wallace Neff, Sr. designed a second-story addition to the garage. The property is a complete and faithful restoration of the original structures, 26 as well as a handsome and artistic example of the estates that once defined luxury living in Palm Springs. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that, based upon the foregoing, the Historic Site Preservation Board recommends that the City Council designate the property located at 928 N. Avenida Palmas, Palm Springs, California ("Cary Grant Estate") as a Historic Site, Class 1 subject to the following conditions; 1. The property owner shall permit the City to place a historic marker of the City's choosing at the site. The marker shall be placed in a location visible from the public right-of-way. The owner shall maintain the marker in the location installed and pay for the replacement cost if the plaque is lost, stolen, or otherwise removed from the property. 2. All future modifications of the existing structures, as well as any new construction or any modifications to lighting, walls, and fences shall require HSPB review pursuant Municipal Code Ordinance 8.05180. 3. All requirements of the Palm Springs Zoning Code shall be met. 4. That the City Clerk submit the Council Resolution to the County recorder for recordation within 90 days of the effective date of this resolution. 5. Any alterations or modifications to the exterior approved prior to the designation of this site by the City Council shall be deemed acceptable. ADOPTED this _th day of September, 2010. AYES: _ NOES: _ ABSENT: _ ABSENTATIONS: ATTEST: CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA Craig A. Ewing, AICP Director of Planning Services Historic Site Preservation Board Secretary 2 �7 CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA HISTORIC SITE PRESERVATION BOARD August 10, 2010 Meeting Minutes Large Conference Room, City Hall 3200 East Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs, California 92262 BOARD MEMBERS: Present Present FY FY: 2010/2011 This Meeting: Year-to-Date: Excused Absences: John Gilmer, Chair X 2 0 Barbara Marshall, Vice Chair X 2 0 Thomas Deleeuw X 2 0 Sheila Grattan X 2 0 Roxann Ploss X 2 0 Brian Strahl X 2 0 Leo Cohen X 2 0 Staff Representatives: Craig A. Ewing, AICP Director of Planning Services Staff Liaison 1 CALL TO ORDER: Chair Gilmer called the meeting to order at 8:15 a.m. 2. LL CALL: Present: Chair Gilmer, Vice Chair Marshall, L. Cohen, T. Deleeuw, S. Gra R. Ploss, and B. Strahl. 3. POSTING AGENDA: This Agenda was available for public access at the City Hall exterior bulletin and (west side of Council Chamber), City Clerk's office and Planning Services' counter o before 4:00 p.m. Wednesday, August 4, 2010. 4. PUBLIC COMMENTS: Bill Lewallen, Royal Hawaiia states Condominiums, spoke on refabricating the "tiki apexes" on the project's outrigger S. Marshall Roath, 565 Santa Rosa Dr., s e on preserving the stone walls at 700 W. Ramon Road (Item 8A). Frank Tysen, 175 S. Cahuilla Road / Casa Co Inn, spoke on preserving 700 W. Ramon Road (Item 8A). Gary Johns, Palm Springs Preservation Foundation, s e in support of the designation of 645 E. Morongo Road as a Class One historic site (Item 6 5. CONSENT CALENDAR: M/S/C (Grattan / Marshall, 7-0) To approve minutes of the July 13, 2010 ting, including corrections on pages 2, 3 and 5 offered by Board members Ploss and Gra and Vice Chair Marshall. 6A. HSPB 75 (928 Avenida Palmas) —An application by Dr. Jane Cowles Smith for the historic designation of 928 Avenida Palmas, Zone R-1-C, Section 13. 28 Historic Site Preservation Board Agenda Page 2 of 5 Tuesday,August 10, 2010 Board member Ploss indicated that she would recuse herself from this item, except to provide comment during the public hearing. Ms. Ploss exited the chambers Director Ewing summarized the staff report, including the Board's comments and questions from the meeting of July 13, 2010 and the subsequent reinstatement of the application by the property owner. Chair Gilmer opened the public hearing. Steve Sobotta, representing the applicant, submitted additional written information on the application and provided an oral summary. In response to a question from Board member Grattan, Mr. Sobotta indicated that he had no information about the mail box. Board member Ploss returned to the Chambers to provide public comment. Roxann Ploss, 930 E. Chia, provided information on the mail box and spoke about the time required to review the project. Board member Ploss left the Chambers. Frank Tysen, 175 S. Cahuilla Rd / Casa Cody Inn, spoke in favor of a historic designation for the property. Chair Gilmer closed the hearing. Board member Grattan supported including the mail box in the designation. Board member DeLeeuw offered corrections to the proposed resolution. Vice Chair Marshall stated that a final statement of the property's historic significance should be prepared, and offered corrections to the proposed resolution. Board members Strahl and Cohen indicated that reconciliation is needed among the various reports and submittals. Director Ewing stated that a Board committee could be assembled to prepare a draft resolution for the Board. Chair Gilmer appointed Vice Chair Marshall and Board members Strahl and Grattan to develop a draft resolution for the Board's review in September based on the record and specifically identifying the historic characteristics of the property. M/S/C (DeLeeuw/ Grattan, 6-0-1; recuse Ploss) To continue the application to the meeting of September 14, with direction to the sub-committee appointed by Chair Gilmer to prepare a draft resolution for consideration by the Board. Board member Ploss returned to the Chambers. Skousen for the historic designation of 645 E. Morongo Road, Zone R-1-C, Section Director Ewing presen staff report. In response to Board member Ploss question regarding the names of the a s, Chair Gilmer indicated that the firm name is the proper reference for the designers. ember Ploss submitted a letter in support of the nomination from Kitty Keiley Hayes. Chair Gilmer opened the public hearing. Gary Johns, applicant's representative, stated that the entire site is to be 2 29 �pF P A L M SAP iy GI V 0 q<,F0 Historic Site Preservation Board Memo Date: August 10, 2010 Case No: HSPB — 75 Application Type: Class 1 Designation Application Location: 948 Avenida Palmas Applicant: Dr. Jane Smith Zone: R-1-A APN: 507-164-001 From: Craig A. Ewing, AICP, Director of Planning Servic Subsequent to the HSPB meeting of July 13, 2010, the applicant, D ." Jane Cowles Smith, requested that the application for historic designation of the property at 948 Avenida Palmas be returned to the Board for consideration and action. (Dr. Smith requested withdrawal of the application at the July 13th Board meeting, but has since reconsidered.) The application has not changed since the previous Board meeting and no new information is presented; therefore, staff believes that the Board may take up this request as a continuation of its previous deliberations. The Board has received a significant amount of information and materials on the request. Attached to this memo is the July 13th submittal presented to the Board from Dr. Smith which includes some clarifications she offered in response to previous Board questions, including: • The name of the original owner and developer, Dr. Jacob John Kocher • The project as a "restoration" as opposed to a "renovation". • The use of tiles as chimney caps • The presence and design of shutters on most all windows. • Dr. Kocher's status as the community's "first" physician. • The style of the house as Spanish Colonial. (During the July 13th meeting, Dr. Smith testified to her preference for the term "California Style",) • The use of the term "replica". • The use of"Cary Grant Estate" as the historic name for the property. 30 Historic Site Preservation Board Staff Report August 10, 2010 Case HSPB-75 Page 2 of 2 Other topics discussed include the analysis of living persons, landscaping, exterior building material and color, the slate walkways and various persons associated with the property. Staff continues to recommend that the HSPB recommend to the City Council designation of the property at 948 Avenida Palmas as a historic site, with Class 1 status. A draft resolution is attached. Attached 1. Draft Resolution 2. Application Information 3. Staff reports, June 8 and July 13, 2010 4. Vicinity Map 2 31 RESOLUTION NO. _ OF THE HISTORIC SITE PRESERVATION BOARD OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, RECOMMENDING THAT THE CITY COUNCIL DESIGNATE THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 928 NORTH AVENIDA PALMAS ("CARY GRANT ESTATE") AS A HISTORIC SITE, CLASS 1 — HSPB 75. WHEREAS, in 1927, Dr. Jacob John Kocher commissioned the construction of the single family dwelling at 928 N. Avenida Palmas; and WHEREAS, the defining characteristics of this home are its faithful representation of an Andalusian farm-house, including white-washed walls, red clay tile roof, wooden mullioned windows and doors, wood and iron balcony, heavy exposed beams and numerous features within the dwelling that continue the style throughout the structure; and WHEREAS, the dwelling has been occupied by several notable people, including Dr. Jacob Kocher, actor Cary Grant, body-builder Frank Zane and author / advocate Dr. Jane Cowles Smith; and WHEREAS, Chapter 8.05 of the Palm Springs Municipal Code allows for the designation of historic sites; and WHEREAS, the current property owner, Dr. Jane Cowles Smith, filed an application for Historic Site Designation; and WHEREAS, notice of a public hearing of the Historic Site Preservation Board of the City of Palm Springs to consider designation of the property, known as the "Cary Grant Estate", as a historic site was issued in accordance with applicable law; and WHEREAS, on June 8, 2010, the Historic Site Preservation Board conducted a public hearing in accordance with applicable law to consider designation of the Cary Grant Estate as a historic site; and WHEREAS, the designation of the Cary Grant Estate shall further the purpose and intent of Chapter 8.05; and WHEREAS, the designation of the Cary Grant Estate shall promote the sensitive preservation of said site; and WHEREAS, the Historic Site Preservation Board has carefully reviewed and considered all of the evidence in connection with the designation, including but not limited to the staff report, application and historical research, all written and oral testimony presented. THE HISTORIC SITE PRESERVATION BOARD HEREBY FINDS AS FOLLOWS: Section 1: That the property located at 928 N. Avenida Palmas is associated with lives of persons who made meaningful contribution to national, state or local history. Several owners of this property have made meaningful contributions to national, state or 3" i.. local history. Dr. Jacob John Kocher was the City's first physician and served on a number of the community's early civic organizations. Cary Grant was and remains one of the most recognizable names in movie stardom and, at this time, lived longer in the house than any other owner. Frank Zane is well-known in the body-building industry, competed at the highest levels in the sport, and established his health and body-building business in Palm Springs while living at the property. Dr. Jane Cowles Smith consults widely on health issues has published books on health and pain management. Section 2. That the property reflects or exemplifies a particular period of the national, state or local history; or The Spanish style of the property reflects the architectural design trends of the 1920's and `30's which recreated the rancho hacienda lifestyle of the early Californios. The Andalusian farm house style of this property uniquely represents the relaxed rural atmosphere of the past. Section 3. That the property embodies the distinctive characteristics of a type, period or method of construction; The Cary Grant Estate possesses excellent architectural features common to a Spanish style house of the 1920's, expressed in a unique farm house design. Barrel roof tiles, wide roof overhangs, thick white-washed walls, wood mullioned windows of varying sizes, and original iron hardware and fixtures are all good examples of the style. Section 4. That the property presents the work of a master builder, designer, artist, or architect whose individual genius influenced his age; or that possesses high artistic value; or The designers of the original structures are not known. It is likely that architect Wallace Neff designed a second-story addition to the garage, but this has not been established with certainty. Nevertheless, the property is a complete and faithful restoration of the original structures, as well as a handsome and artistic example of the estates that once defined luxury living in Palm Springs. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that, based upon the foregoing, the Historic Site Preservation Board recommends that the City Council designate the property located at 928 N. Avenida Palmas, Palm Springs, California ("Cary Grant Estate") as a Historic Site, Class 1 subject to the following conditions; 1. The property owner shall permit the City to place a historic marker of the City's choosing at the site. The marker shall be placed in a location visible from the public right-of-way. The owner shall maintain the marker in the location installed and pay for the replacement cost if the plaque is lost, stolen, or otherwise removed from the property. 2. All future modifications of the existing structures, as well as any new construction or any modifications to lighting, walls, and fences shall require HSPB review pursuant Municipal Code Ordinance 8.05.180. 3. All requirements of the Palm Springs Zoning Code shall be met. 2 4. That the City Clerk submit the Council Resolution to the County recorder for recordation within 90 days of the effective date of this resolution. 5. Any alterations or modifications to the exterior approved prior to the designation of this site by the City Council shall be deemed acceptable. ADOPTED this—th day of August, 2010. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: ABSTENTIONS: ATTEST: CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA Craig A. Ewing, AICP Director of Planning Services Historic Site Preservation Board Secretary 3 34 JANE COWL ES SMITH 928 NORTH AVENIDA PALMAS • PALM SPRINGS, CA 92262 • (760) 322^1040 EMAIL: JANESMITH48@YAHOO.COM July 12, 2010 Mr. Craig A. Ewing, AICP, Director of Planning Services CITY OF PALM SPRINGS 3200 East Tahquitz Canyon Way Palm Springs, CA 92262 SUBJECT: Case No. HSPB — 75 Class 1 Designation application for 928 North Avenida Palmas (APN 507-164-001) Providing addition information based on further research Dear Craig, As a follow-up to the HSPB June 8, 2010 meeting which continued this item, since some questions had been raised about a number of items, I did further research. I am providing this information to further supplement the report that I had forwarded to you for my application, which in turn, you provided to Chairman John Gilmer and Board members. I realize that as an essential function of the public hearing process that additional information was presented during the June 8t" meeting, and that even more information has since been distributed following the meeting. I realize that one of the objectives of the HSPB this year has been the expectation of substantiating a greater level of verifiable documentation for historic applications. Based on a number of compliments that I have received from individual Board members, I appreciate that the more comprehensive content of my application material can accommodate the Board's efforts and level of expectation enhanced for other future historic applications. My review of this information identifies that some portions of it contain incorrect or partially incorrect. I want to share this new (or clarified) information to assist you and the Board's efforts. My responses contained within the attachment correspond in the same order of your memorandum to the HSPB dated July 13, 2010. As with my original application submittal, I understand that that you will be forwarding this supplemental information to HSPB members, and it is my understanding that the Board members have retained the original application material that I had earlier provided. As always, if you should have any questions, please feel welcome to get in touch with me at (760) 322-1040. Thank you. 9� ���C_�Ii�A JANE COWLES SMITH Attachment: July 12, 2010 Jane Cowles Smith Memorandum to the HSPB 35 July 12, 2010 TO: Chairman John Gilmer and Members, Historic Site Preservation Board CC: Craig Ewing, Director of Planning Services FROM: Jane Cowles Smith, Applicant SUBJECT: Case No. HSPB — 75 Class 1 Designation application for 928 North Avenida Palmas (APN 507-164-001) Dear HSPB Chair and Members, Since some questions were raised during the June 8t" HSPB meeting regarding uncertainty about a number of items, below I am providing the results of my additional research This information corresponds in the same sequence as the points presented in Craig Ewing's Board Memo dated July 13, 2010: 1. Correct name of Dr. J.J. Kocher?: I concur, the chain of title identifies "Jacob John Kocher." (I had previously provided the chain of title information, Page 1 that Jacob John Kocher, et al, in 1927 "Purchased the real property for subdivision Blocks A and B of Las Hacenditas No. 2 as shown on map on file in the Office of the County Recorder, Riverside County, California, in Book 15 of Maps, at Page 55, thereof."). This purchase of lots were bound by Via Miraleste to the east, to Avenida Palos Verdes to the west (which included both sides of North Avenida Palmas), from Tachevah Drive where the current professional medical center is located, to Tamarisk Road to the south. On Page 4 of the chain of title, "A grant deed from the Jacob John Kocher, et al, to Julian S. Nolan on the 23`d of January, 1931 . . . sold `Lots three (3), four (4), five (5), and six (6) of Block B Las Hacienditas Tract No. 2, in Palm Springs, as shown in Book Fifteen (15) at Page Fifty-Five (55) Book of Maps, in the Office of County Recorder, Riverside County. Subject to conditions, restrictions, reservations, rights of way, record, and subject to the second half of the taxes of 1930 — 31"' (Further document chain of title, Page 5). 2. Restoration vs. Renovation: Since I purchased the estate in 1998, similar to other previous restoration work on other historic homes that I have overseen, my efforts have been to faithfully restore this property. In pursuing this task, I did not have the benefit of historical photos or write-ups from national publications on the estate, such as "Architectural Digest." I faithfully restored the Cary Grant Estate using the same materials, methods and research, and did not deviate in an manner that would be deemed historically inconsistent. I did not altar the footprint or any significant architectural detail, nor did I altar the landscaping on the grounds, with the exception of working with a trained arborist to ensure the old growth was healthy and properly maintained. There were no chimney caps on the house with exception of the Gladding McBean tiles on the chimney above the south wing, which I used spare tiles found on the property which matched the chimney tiles (on the south wing). Discussion is presented in Item No. 4 below addressing the use of window and door shutters that is demonstrated to be a part of the original building design. 36 3. Chimney cap finish: As indicated earlier, previously when I initiated restoration efforts, I had no access to the early Willard photographs which show a curved metal cap on one of the fireplaces. Because the south wing fireplace had the traditional angled flat tile top, and when I purchased the estate in 1998, none of the other fireplaces had anything but screened tops, I assumed that the tiles had been broken or destroyed over the years (although the south wing angled the top remained in tact). The Gladding McBean tiles used for the angled top were unique and apparently there solely for this purpose, and their application found no where else on the structure. Since these flat tiles were available on the site and unused, my anticipation is that the builder's intention was to similarly apply them to the other chimney caps. Furthermore, since the use of a curved metal cap would be architecturally inconsistent and considered "cheap" in comparison with the higher quality Gladding McBean flat tiles (different varieties were used throughout the house including the roof), it is highly unlikely this would have been considered as a permanent architectural treatment. It has been my experience that the only reason that the curved metal cap was applied (as appearing in one of the early Willard photographs) was for temporary purposes to prevent rain percolating down the interior of the fireplace and to prevent small animals from entering through the chimney top since the chimney was incomplete. In fact, it appears that active construction work was ongoing when the early Willard photograph was taken, with five chimneys under construction, one of which apparently incomplete the day the photograph was taken. 4. Shutters: Although the actual shutters were missing from the house, the shutter holders and hinges were in place, embedded in the stucco wall finish, on both first and second floor doors and windows. Since historic photos suggested that the shutters were comprised of thinner wood members, it is likely that due to their exposure to solar radiation (especially on the south and west exposures from 1927), that the shutter absences were due to a need for repair or replacement. By coincidence, at the time when seeking out similar architectural features in other Movie Colony residences, I discovered at the nearby historic "Invernata" Estate the same shutter holders as forged by the same blacksmith being used as installed at the Cary Grant Estate. Although to reiterate I did not have the benefit of historic photos in which to refer, I was fortunate at the time to have duplicated Invernata's shutters which actually architectural design matched historic Cary Grant Estate photos which later became available to me. 5. Dr. Kocher first Palm Springs Physician? Although Dr. Jacob John Kocher was reported to be the first pharmacist in Palm Springs, research appears to verify that he was not Palm Springs' first physician. According to "Palm Springs Legends" by author Greg Neimann, Harry Coffman, M.D. was the first physician licensed by the State of California in Palm Springs, to set-up a practice in the Village. In 1909, Harry Coffman, M.D. and his wife, Nellie, started the Desert Inn, which was first a sanatorium -- later more commonly called a "sanitarium" — to treat people suffering from pulmonary ailments. He was no small part of its establishment. In 1918, Dr. Coffman left Palm Springs to practice medicine in Calexico then later in Cherry Valley. He died in 1935 and is buried in the old Welwood Murray Palm Springs Cemetery. The Desert Inn became a true four-star hotel known throughout the world. 6. Architectural style: According to the National Registration guidelines, 928 North Avenida Palmas falls under the major architectural classification of "Colonial", and "Spanish Colonial" subcategory. Setting aside the characterization that the structure 37 appears as a "Swiss chalet", based on previous HSPB discussion, I understand that the Board already recognizes its "Andalusian" influence. 7. Replica: Although the structure is certain to replicate many architectural characteristics typical of Andalusian farmhouses found in southern Spain, nonetheless there are no models that can be identified domestically or overseas in which to conduct an exact comparison. 8. Historic name: Within my application, my intent was to follow the guidelines when completing the National Register form. The guidelines state: "Enter the names of well-known persons as they are listed in the Dictionary of American Biography . . . If a property is significant for more than one person, choose the most prominent. If the persons are equally important, include as many names as appropriate but do not exceed 120 characters for the entry. The property may be named for both the husband and wife who owned it. If there is not enough space for both names, choose the most prominent person's name or eliminate the first name altogether." Although the chain of title verifies that Dr. Jacob John Kocher and his wife, Clareta, purchased the undeveloped property on March 23, 1927, it can not be documented to what extent, if any, that he and his wife may have actually resided, except that according to the chain of title, when Dr. and Mrs. Kocher sold the home in January 23, 1931 (recorded March 5, 1931), the property was developed with the residential structure that exists today. Upon review of Page 4 of the chain of title, it appears that new property taxes were assessed based on what appears as construction completion leading credence that the home was completed sometime in 1930, as per the following: " . . . the grant deed selling Lots 3, 4, 5 and 6 on Block B, Las Hacenditas Tract No. 2, in Palm Springs, as shown in Book 15, page 55, Book of Maps, in the Office of County Recorder, Riverside County. Subject to conditions, restrictions, reservations, rights of way, of record, and subject to the second half of the taxes for the year 1930— 31." Based on this, if Dr. and Mrs. Kocher had resided in the home, it appears that it may have been only a very brief time, at the very most no more than one year. As such, it appears highly unlikely that he built it as his permanent home and equally unlikely that he even resided at the estate at all. Additionally, it should be noted that within this chain of title document, the description of Dr. Kocher's purchase states: "All the blocks of A and B of Las Hacenditas No. 2 as shown by map on file in the Office of the County Recorder of Riverside County, Califomia, in Book 15 of Maps, at page 55, thereof." A review of the current Riverside County Assessor's Map appears to identify his purchase consisting of one or two contiguous residential subdivisions created in 1927, exclusive of all lands identified as blocks A and B, extending from Tachevah Drive to the 38 north, to Tamarisk Road to the south, and from Avenida Palos Verdes to the west to Via Miraleste to the east. These were large "estate" size lots, which appear to have originally consisted of a total of three, however having since been subdivided into smaller lots. What we do know about Dr. Kocher is that besides reported being the city's first pharmacist (although not the first physician) and active in many civic affairs, this purchase illustrates his reputation as one involved as "an entrepreneur" with many local business enterprises. During previous HSPB discussion, questions had been raised to what extent had Cary Grant resided full-time at "Las Palomas." Although Dr. Kocher had some degree of notoriety in the Palm Springs area, nonetheless Cary Grant's continuous ownership of the property for 18 years (1954 - 1972) appears to more closely correspond to the National Registry's guidelines in reference to the Grant name. According to a feature article appearing in the March, 2006 issue of"Architectural Digest", it appears to convey the extent of Cary Grant's intensity of interest in "Las Palomas" as per the following excerpt: "In 1946 Grant, returning from a visit to England aboard the Queen Mary, met the young actress Betsy Drake, whom he had seen perform on stage in London. They were married three years later; she was 26, he was 45. Both were avidly interested in healthy, outdoor living, and, in 1954, after several years of vacationing in Palm Springs, they bought the house at 928 [North] Avenida Palmas, which they names Las Palomas. By then, Grant was 50 and frustrated with the quality of parts he was offered and with moviemaking in general. At Las Palomas he went into long months of virtual retirement, rarely entertaining at home, the couple devoted their days to sunbathing, horseback riding and reading (he had an extensive library)." "The residence, designed in the style of a 19t"-century Andalusian farmhouse, was built in 1927 on one and a half acres in the central part of Palm Springs now called the Movie Colony for the famed denizens who once owned retreats there. Though Grant described it to friends as a `falling-down' house, it was solidly constructed, with thick walls and heavy ceiling beams. Its two-story height was a rarity in the low-lying neighborhood; the master bedroom was set under the gable of the main house and opened to wide balconies looking out to Dry Falls and an ancient Indian canyon. There was an original attached three-bedroom guest wing; they added another upper wing with two bedrooms and two sunken baths (for all of the couple's reclusiveness, close friends like Grant's costar Katherine Hepburn came for rejuvenating stays). The house's defining architectural feature, its deep-gabled, red-tiled roof, was a vivid symbol of the shelter and protectiveness its owners sought." "One day, in over 100-degree heat, Alfred Hitchcock, who had masterfully directed Grant in `Suspicion' (1941) and `Notorious' (1946), arrived at Las Palomas with the script for `To Catch a Thief in hand. Grant respected Hitchcock, feeling that he had done his best work for him, and agreed to the starring role that recharged his career and led to such films as An Affair to Remember' (1957), Indiscreet' (1958), `North by Northwest' , (1959), and `Charade' (1963). The decision to give up his idyllie desert pace and return to work also contributed to the dissolution of his marriage (Grant biographer Marc Elliot writes that the actor indicated he and Drake `had simply run out of things to talk about')." "They divorced in 1962. After a later short marriage to actress Dyan Cannon also ended, Grant lived at Las Palomas alone before selling the house in 1972, two years after he was awarded an Honorary Oscar for his lifetime in film." "Upon arriving in Hollywood for decades earlier, he had been drawn eastward as if by magnet, to the California desert. As he wrote in 'Archie Leach' [Grant's real name], his autobiography. `l was an only child, and first saw the light of day— or rather the dark of night— around 1:00 A.M. on a cold January morning, in a suburban stone house which, lacking modern heating conveniences, kept only one step ahead of freezing by means of small coal fires in small bedroom fireplaces; and ever since, I've persistently arranged to spend every possible moment where the sun shines warmest. Based on this documentation, it appears highly certain in concluding that Cary Grant (along with his various wives at the time) was a significant figure in Palm Springs, since evidently he spent the majority of his time during the years of his ownership at Las Palomas. According to National Registry guidelines, the proper name of the estate is supposed to read: Grant, Cary Estate (or House). 9. Historic analysis of living persons: Since National Registry guidelines do not address this question, the RSPB may consider development of a standard. 10. Integrity analysis: Deferred to discussion. Other issues: Landscaping: A review of the historic Willard photos of the estate appear to reflect the presence of most, if not all of the significant trees and palms, except at a less mature period. Additionally, the historic postcard identifying it as Cary Grant's Palm Springs Home appears to replicate the same trees and palms in their same location visible today, except the general landscaping is significantly lusher. Somewhere in the review process of this application there was a misunderstanding that I had removed a portion of this mature growth in favor of drought tolerant plants. Instead, I had more efficient landscape irrigation systems installed and dug-out and replaced dead and dying trees and shrubs. Composition of the predominant exterior building material: Previous HSPB discussion was frustrated by the uncertainty of the proper identification of the exterior wall finish material (speculated by Patrick McGrew as "Double wall lath[e] cement plaster"), suggesting that the walls consist of Portland cement concrete. According to Page 27 of the National Registration form instructions, the exterior material for this structure falls under the category of"stucco." 40 Stanley Fox: Mr. Fox and Cary Grant for close friend for many years and at one time he served as Mr. Grant's best man at his wedding to Dyan Cannon in Las Vegas. Additionally, as his attorney and business partner, Mr. Fox often conducted business transactions on behalf of Mr. Grant, which appears to have characterized Stanley Fox's purchase of the estate, then quitclaiming it three weeks later to Cary Grant. Dr. Louis Baldwin: Dr. Baldwin was well-known in the Palm Springs community, and an early founding physician at what is now Desert Regional Hospital. Wallace Neff, Sr., Architect: As previously pointed out in information provided by me, witnesses have attested to Wallace Neff, Sr. having designed the two-bedroom addition over the former garage (within the north wing). Furthermore, historical documentation verifies that Mr. Neff had prepared prior architectural work on behalf of Cary Grant on his Hollywood homes. Color of exterior trim: My research seems to indicated that the original trim color as brown. Other historic photos show white and others as a yellow trim. When I purchased the estate in 1997, 1 did not have at that time the benefit of extensive research on the home. Subsequently I painted it the "Spanish Blue" since historically it is consistent with the same color as appearing on similar Andalusian style homes in southern Spain. Slate walkways: Instead of "cool decking" applied over concrete walkways which had been poured in some walkways, these were removed and replaced with matching slate material finishes, architecturally consistent with the same materials already in place at the estate. 41 Historic Site Preservation Board Agenda Page 2 of 6 Tuesday,July 13,2010 Palm Springs. Ga ohns, Palm Springs Preservation Foundation, spoke on the remodeling of the Welwo urray Memorial Library. Patrick Mc 674 S. Grenfall, spoke on the remodeling of the Welwood Murray Memorial Libra . Board member Grattan a d for clarification on the Brown Act. Director Ewing indicated that Board member site visits be conducted with less than a quorum without violating of the Brown Act; however, Boa embers may not deliberate or establish a majority consensus except at a noticed meeting. a Board discussed conducting on-site meetings, including providing ADA access and mee minutes. Chair Gilmer asked if the City Attorney might provide additional clarification o issue of Board site visits and ex parte communications. 5. CONSENT CALENDAR: M/S/C (DeLeeuw / Ploss, 6-0, abstain Cohen) To approve minutes a June 8, 2010 meeting, including corrections on pages 2, 4 and 5 offered by Board mem Grattan and Vice Chair Marshall. 40* 6A, HSPB 75 (928 Avenida Palmas) — CONTINUED HEARING — An application by Dr. Jane Cowles Smith for the historic designation of 928 Avenida Palmas, Zone R-1-C, Section 13. (CE) Board member Ploss indicated that she would recuse herself from this item, except to provide comment during the public hearing. Ms. Ploss exited the chambers. Director Ewing summarized the staff report, including the Board's comments and questions from the meeting of May 11, 2010. Chair Gilmer opened the public hearing. Patrick McGrew, 674 S. Grenfall, asked to withdraw from the file any information submitted by Mr. McGrew on this nomination. Board member Ploss returned to the Chambers to provide public comment. Roxann Ploss, 930 E. Chia, provided information on Dr. Jacob J. Kocher's and Cary Grant's association with the property, as well as clarification on the application's description and depiction of the property's status and renovation. Board member Ploss left the Chambers. Dr. Jane Cowles Smith, 928 Avenida Palmas, (applicant) described the renovation and history of the property. She noted that the building's style has been established as within the "California Style". She requested that information presented by Mr. McGrew under her name not be considered by the Board, and noted that no Board members had visited the property. Chair Gilmer closed the hearing. 2 42 Historic Site Preservation Board Agenda Page 3 of 6 Tuesday,July 13,2010 Board member Grattan and Vice Chair Marshall stated that they had visited the property in the past as private citizens. Chair Gilmer re-opened the public hearing. Steve Sobotta, representing the applicant, described the original property purchased by Dr. Kocher, the chimney caps, the shutters, the exterior stucco finish, trim colors. Chair Gilmer closed the public hearing. Board member Strahl stated a site visit was not critical to his deliberations in this case. Board member Grattan noted that Cary Grant's name would be the most appropriate by which to identify the building. Vice Chair Marshall indicated that she could only support the most accurate record of the property. Dr. Jane Cowles Smith (applicant) raised concern with unauthorized materials submitted under her name, and Chair Gilmer noted that the public hearing was closed. Dr. Smith withdrew the application. Director Ewing indicated that a withdrawal by the applicant ends the Board's deliberations, but the Board may calendar the matter on the August agenda. He recommended that the Board table the item at this time. M/S/C (DeLeeuw/Grattan, 6-0-1; recuse Ploss) To table the application. Board member Ploss returned to the Chambers. air Gilmer proposed to take Item 7B next to accommodate the applicant's request. 7B. B 3, Welwood Murray Library, 100 South Palm Canyon Drive -- An application by t ity of Palm Springs to amend a Certificate of Approval for remodel and expansio the existing public library to revise the roof line of the proposed rear addition, Zon -D, Section 15. Director Ewing summarized t oposed amendments to the Board's prior approval. Ana Escalante and John Rivera, rep nting the applicant, identified the reasons for the proposed roof line revisions. Vice Chair Marshall stated that the changes to rear of the building do not respect the building's historic status and suggested that the prof as proposed piecemeal. M/S/C (Marshall / Ploss) To continue the item until aft e project description of all elements is submitted. Director Ewing indicated that the basis the continuance must focus on the proposed amendment. Chair Gilmer suggested that additional details are needed to explain how the p sed roof is to be attached to the existing building. Board member Ploss indicated that the oral would be a major change to the look of the building and that she would have diffic 3 4J ;OFQALM SO �Z r, C 4 V *cqAi�oeN%V. Historic Site Preservation Board Memo Date: July 13, 2010 Case No: RSPB — 75 Application Type: Class 1 Designation Application Location- 948 Avenida Palmas Applicant: Dr. Jane Smith Zone: R-1-A APN: 507-164-001 From- Craig A. Ewing, AICP, Director of Planning Services The HSPB at their June 8, 2010 meeting continued the above application to allow the Board to review additional information and resolve certain questions or clarifications related to the property and application. The information was transmitted electronically to the Board on July 1, 2010 and is attached to this memo. The questions and clarifications which were raised by the Board, with staff's response, are as follows:\ 1. What is the correct name of Dr. J. J. Kocher? A. According to the records on file, the correct name is Jacob John Kocher. Excerpts from original title transfers confirm the name: 21 a kne no/100 (410.4J) Dollars, S.1cop- ju-,:pu zoct�,iy anal -..• 6-w_......'., ft. ',p.ereby crarz4 to .,w',/iAe.:.Rm ,�'.Jiw .F a2 rfu"L..i11Hi�1.- A►1�.4 all that Eteal Property glf Zaated jn this 4ounty 0: "V xLitt, Sta:e a- callfir.1ai, xZOSg1°OOb Lee fol.lovs;- and WITI-R MS old' bsn�-a thin 23r& fiz of�6%reh, 1927r Jacob Zahn Suchmrr Clareta U. DOiear- 44 Historic Site Preservation Board Staff Report Case HSPB-75 Date July 13,2010 2. Recent improvements to the property are described in the application and staff report as a "restoration". A. It is better identified as a renovation. 3. Chimney caps are not original. A. The chimney caps on the original building were not of a single design or configuration. The current caps mimic one of the styles originally used. 4. Are shutters part of original design of the second story? A. Early photos do not show shutters, but the applicant states that shutter dogs were found on the building at most windows. 5. Was Dr. Kocher the community's first physician? A. It will depend on the criteria used to support that claim. Dr. Kocher does appear to have been one of the earliest established physicians in the community, including operating a pharmacy 5. The house is incorrectly described as an Andalusian farmhouse. A. It is better described as a Spanish Colonial Revival, with Andalusian farmhouse characteristics. 7. The building is identified in the application materials and staff report as a "replica". A. It is not a replica, but can be identified as influenced by Andalusian architecture. 8. The property's reference name is to be determined: A. Jacob John Kocher Residence; Cary Grant Estate; "Las Palomas". There is no stated policy in this regard; the applicant proposes "The Cary Grant Estate". 9. Should living persons be included in a historic analysis (e.g. Dr. Jane Smith)? A. There is no stated policy on this question; the Board may indicate in the adoption of a resolution which names it wishes to consider relevant to the property's historic status. 10.Additional integrity analysis is required. A. "Integrity" is the ability of a property to convey its significance. While many elements can be considered in the evaluation of integrity, the subject property primarily conveys its significance by how it presents itself as the original design and construction of Dr. Kocher and by the occupancies of its subsequent owners. While the site and structure have been modified over the years in ways that remove them from their original setting and appearance, the underlying layout, structure and architecture are generally preserved. The applicant has provided a detailed description of the work undertaken over the past ten years (see pages 9 — 11 of attached application). Much care appears to have been taken with the renovation such that the structure and grounds generally reflect the original design and details. Certain actions have been taken, however, which are departures from the original building: 2 45 Historic Site Preservation Board Staff Report Case HSPB-75 Date July 13,2010 • Additional pergolas have been added to complement a single original pergola • Exterior color trim was originally yellow; is now blue • Original shutters were replaced with a design found on another historic home in the area • An original patio area was expanded using similar slate materials • The original garage, converted to an exercise room in the 1970's / '80's, was remodeled into a "great room", with new exterior French doors added on three sides. • A two-car carport construction in 1998 was converted to a studio / office with French doors leading outside. • Wooden entry gates have been replaced with iron gates. • Landscape materials have been updated and replaced with more drought-tolerant plant materials. Most of these changes are cosmetic and could be removed, altered or replaced. The major changes are the conversion of the garage and carport, which introduced uses, materials and features that did not entirely complement the original design; however, even these conversions could be reversed at any time. The most recent modifications have been directed at either restoring the original architecture or returning the overall look to a single style. In summary, the structure and grounds cannot be said to have been restored to their original appearance. However, given changes that have occurred to the building over time, the recent renovation has revived the architectural integrity of the structure and re-established the overall character of the site as an Andalusian-infused Spanish Colonial Revival design. Further, the current conditions reflect much of the look during the occupancy of its notable owners, particularly Dr. Jacob Kocher and Cary Grant. Staff continues to recommend that the HSPB recommend to the City Council designation of the property at 948 Avenida Palmas as a historic site, with Class 1 status. A draft resolution is attached. Attached 1. Draft Resolution 2. Application Information 3. Staff report, June 8, 2010 3 4 � Historic Site Preservation Board Agenda Page 2 of 5 Tuesday, June 8, 2010 irector Ewing summarized the staff report. The Board discussed the request including a I r addition to one of the bungalows and that the bungalows have casement, not double- hu windows, as reported. The Board also noted that the Frey apartment building was mov to the site from across the street in 1972. The Boa disclosed that Chair Gilmer and Board member Grattan toured the site with the property o er's representative on Thursday June 3, 2010 at 10:30 a.m. Board members Ploss, DeLee and Strahl toured the site with the property owner's representative on the same day at 1 m. Chair Gilmer open the public hearing. JJ O'Brien, Weintraub Finanical Services, spoke on behalf of the p erty owner and expressed the owner's support for the staff recommendation. He ed that the addition to the one bungalow, the swimming pool, the landscape and perimeter all on the bungalow site are not part of the historic fabric and should not be preserved. Board member Ploss asked if t remainder of the property would be demolished in a new development. Mr. O'Brien replie that future development plans for the property are still unknown. Sheryl Hamlin, 565 W. Santa Rosa asked that the stone arch on the "Craftsman" property be designated as Class 1. Helen Alexander, 1833 S. Araby Dr., support historic designation for the property. Roxanne Mishler, 58449 Starlight, Yucca Valle supported historic designation for the property. Chair Gilmer closed the public hearing. Board member Ploss expressed support for recycling old aterials from the site. Vice Chair Marshall asked about existing archives on the site, an oard member Ploss offered to prepare an archival file on the property. The property owne offered to photograph the site as it is today. Ms. Marshall also proposed that the stone hway be included as a Class 1 designation. Board member Grattan noted that a list of minent guests at the property should be sought. Chair Gilmer noted that much of the bun ows' original details remain. M/S/C (Grattan / Strahl, 7-0) To adopt the recommended resolution prese d in the staff report, with the following clarifications: The Class One designation on the B alow Court Motel site only applies to the cottage buildings, a Class One designation on th raftsman cottage site applies only to the stone archway, the remainder of the Craftsman c ge site is Class Two, and the site of the Frey apartment building is Class Two, subjec o the recommended conditions. The Board discussed which name should be used to describe the historic features and 0*6B. RSPB 75 (Cary Grant Estate) — An application by Dr. Jane Cowles Smith for the historic designation of 928 Avenida Palmas, Zone R-1-C, Section 13. Historic Site Preservation Board Agenda Page 3 of 5 Tuesday, June 8, 2010 Board member Ploss noted that she had a close association with both the property owner and the application, and would recuse herself from this item. Ms. Ploss left the chambers. Director Ewing presented the staff report. Chair Gilmer noted that the records are unclear on the original owner's name (John Jacob, or Jacob John Kocher). Chair Gilmer opened the hearing. Steve Sobota, Fomotor Engineering representing the owner, stated his belief that the second story garage addition was designed by Wallace Neff, noted that the building's iron entry gates are not based on the original (wooden) gates and asked for the Board's support of a Class One designation. Board member Williams noted that the recent improvements do not rise to the level of a restoration. Additional discussions addressed the replaced chimney caps, the shutters on the upper level, the source of the tiles, whether or not Dr. Kocher was the community's first physician, and how close the architecture is to an Andalusian farm-house. Patrick McGrew, 674 S. Grenfall, supported historic designation for the property, but noted that certain improvements could be made to the nomination. He referenced a report he prepared for the property owner and provided Chair Gilmer. Chair Gilmer closed the public hearing. Vice Chair Marshall did not believe that the property was a "replica" of an Andalusian farmhouse, but was influenced by the style, and noted certain other concerns with the nomination. Board member Strahl asked Chair Gilmer about Mr. McGrew's report and whether a continuance would be appropriate to allow for additional review. Chair Gilmer declared the public hearing continued. M/S/C (Williams / Strahl, 7-0) To continue the hearing to the meeting of July 13, 2010 to allow the Board an opportunity to review and evaluate additional information about the nomination. HPSB 33 (Palm Springs City Hall) --An application by the City of Palm Springs for a .cate of Approval to construct a screen wall on the north side of the existing City a .ding, located at 3200 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way, Zone C-C, Section 13 Director Ewing presente staff report, including photo-simulations of the proposed screen wall. The Board discuss location of existing palm trees, the height of wall to screen the new generator, the need for in the wall opening, M/S/C (DeLeeuw/ Ploss, 7-0) To approve as presented, s ' to: 1. The leg of the wall not touch the existing building, prov . a 2 to 3 inch gap, 2. The coursing and pattern of the new wall to align with the a coursing and patterns of the existing walls, and 3. Consideration be given to installing a gate in the opening. 8. COMMITTEE REPORTS AND SPECIAL PROJECTS: 48 �pQ P A`M s'0P iy u n A R �C 4fi �pRORA« cA4 1FORN,P Historic Site Preservation Board Staff Report Date: June 8, 2010 Case No: HSPB — 75 Application Type: Class 1 Designation Application Location: 928 North Avenida Palmas — Cary Grant Estate Applicant: Dr. Jane Cowles Smith Zone: R-1-B APN: 507-164-001 From: Craig A. Ewing, AICP, Director of Planning Services PROJECT DESCRIPTION An application by Dr. Jane Cowles Smith, owner, to designate the house at 928 North Avenida Palmas known as the Cary Grant Estate as a Class 1 historic site. Such designation would: 1. Place the subject property under the guidance of Municipal Code Section 8.05 2. Require present and subsequent owners to maintain the buildings consistent with that ordinance, 3. Grant possible property tax reduction opportunities to the owners under the State of California Mills Act. RECOMMENDATION That the Historic Site Preservation Board (HSPB) adopt the attached resolution recommending to the City Council designation of the property as historic, Class 1. 40 Historic Site Preservation Board Staff Report June 8, 2010 Case HSPB-75; 928 N.Avenida Palmas Page 2 of 8 PRIOR ACTIONS On May 13, 2010, the City received the application for designation of the subject property as a historic site. BACKGROUND AND SETTING Definition of an Historic Site. Section 8.05.020 of the Municipal Code provides the definition of a historic site as follows; (a) Historic Site. An historic site is any real property such as: a building; a structure, including but not limited to archways, tiled areas and similar architectural elements, an archaeological excavation or object that is unique or significant because of its location, design, setting, materials, workmanship or aesthetic effect and: 1. That is associated with events that have made a meaningful contribution to the nation, state or community; or 2. That is associated with lives of persons who made meaningful contribution to national, state or local history; or 3. That reflects or exemplifies a particular period of the national, state or local history; or 4. That embodies the distinctive characteristics of a type, period or method of construction; or 5. That presents the work of a master builder, designer, artist, or architect whose individual genius influenced his age; or that possesses high artistic value; or 6. That represents a significant and distinguishable entity whose components may lack individual distinction; or 7, That has yielded or may be likely to yield information important to national, state or local history or prehistory. A Class 1 Historic Site may also qualify for historic designation at the federal, state and/or county level. Designation of Historic Sites. The City Council is authorized to designate Historic Sites, The Historic Site Preservation Board makes recommendations to the City Council that certain sites be designated as Historic Sites in accordance with Section 8.05.135 of the Municipal Code. The Board may initiate studies, surveys and investigations it deems necessary to adequately gather information in consideration of a recommendation. Conditions that apply to Class 1 Historic Sites. According to Section 8.05 of the Municipa l al Code, the following shall apply to a Class 1 Historic Site: 2 50 Historic Site Preservation Board Staff Report June 8, 2010 Case HSPB-75; 928 N.Avenida Palmas Page 3 of 8 1. It shall meet the definition of an historic site as outlined in Municipal Code Section 8.05.020. 2. An archival file shall be maintained on the property by the City. 3. It may be qualified as `historic' at the federal, state, and/or county level. 4. The structure/site may not be modified nor objects removed without the approval of the City Council. 5. The use may be limited by the City Council to the extent that it may impair the integrity of the site. 6. A plaque explaining the historic nature of the site will be installed at the site. 7. Compliance with all rules and regulations for Historic Sites and Historic Districts under Article IV of Chapter 8.05 of the Municipal Code shall be required. DESCRIPTION AND ANALYSIS The house is situated on a 67,082 square foot lot (1.54 acres) within the Movie Colony neighborhood. The original house was built in the late 1920's (completed in 1930) as a replica of an Andalusian farm house and reflected the Mediterranean / Spanish style common in Palm Springs during that era; the architect is unknown. According to the County Assessor, the house has an area of 3,884 square feet with an additional 420 square foot garage. According to the application, the house includes a great room; a kitchen; six bedrooms, 5 and one-half bathrooms and a detached studio / office. The addition of a second story over the garage was constructed in 1954. -a 4 i,rt 4 y R5 Front-circa 1930 Front-2010 The house includes many features that represent the style: White-washed walls, red clay tile roof, wooden mullioned windows and doors, wood and iron balcony, heavy exposed beams are found on the building exterior. Inside are further examples of the style, including oak floors, corner fireplaces in a kiva style, redwood ceilings, redwood doors with original iron hardware, original tiles and fixtures in the bathrooms, and original wrought iron lighting fixtures throughout'. The site is defined by original features, including decorative entry gates; white-washed slumpstone perimeter walls; ' Information regarding the building's interior is provided for descriptive purposes only. The interior of the structure is not subject to regulation under the Historic Preservation Ordinance (Section 8.05.195) 3 5i Historic Site Preservation Board Staff Report June 8,2010 Case HSPB-75; 928 N.Avenida Palmas Page 4 of 8 mature trees, including palm and fruit trees; and substantial gardens. A detailed description of the property is provided in the attached application and photographs. b a Mo dr: 1 eli J4 . Rear-circa 1930 Rear-2010 ,b The house has recently been restored including undoing numerous cosmetic alterations to the exterior and interior that had been made by prior owners. However, the basic configuration, design and architecture of the original home appear to have been unaltered over the years. An extensive discussion of the owner / applicant's restoration efforts is included in the application materials attached to this report. Over the years the house has been owned by several notable people. The site was developed and owned by Clareta and Jacob Kocher in 1927. Dr. Jacob John Kocher (c. 1884--1938) began his medical practice in Palm Springs in 1917 and is recognized as the community's first physician. He opened his practice across from the Desert Inn, and also served on the Rations and Price Control Boards during World War I. In 1918, he was the first President of the Palm Springs Board of Trade (a precursor of the City Council). After retiring from medicine, Dr. Kocher invested in Palm Springs real estate. The house was sold in 1931 and passed through a number of owners until 1954 when it was purchased by actor Cary Grant. An internationally-recognized movie star since the 1930's, Mr. Grant occupied the house from 1954 through 1972, claiming that he was retiring from Hollywood. However, he made thirteen movies during his tenure in Palm Springs, including "To Catch a Thief', "North by Northwest", "Charade", and his last movie, "Walk, Don't Run", released in 1966. He was married to actress Dyan Cannon from 1965 to 1968. Additional discussion of Mr. Grant's ownership of the house is found in the application materials. Because of Mr. Grant's eighteen year tenure and his extraordinary film career, the property is referred to as the Cary Grant Estate. Less than a month after the sale to Mr. Grant, a building permit was issued to add a second story to the garage (permit dated May 17, 1954). According to the application materials, the two-bedroom, two-bath addition was designed by architect Wallace Neff, who was a personal friend of the Cary Grant. However, the building permit lists the owner as Stanley Fox, who held title to the property until April 27, 1954. It is possible that Mr. Neff designed the addition, but it cannot be verified from the record. 4 54 Historic Site Preservation Board Staff Report June 8,2010 Case HSPB-75; 928 N.Avenida Palmas Page 5 of 8 In 1988, the house was purchased by Christine and Frank Zane. Mr. Zane is a renowned body-builder, having won numerous awards, including Mr. Olympia in 1977, 1978, and 1979. While the Zane's occupied the property, Frank Zane conducted bodybuilding, fitness, nutrition, and motivation seminars around the world. He also operated the Zane Haven Bodybuilding Learning Center in Palm Springs. The Zane's sold the property in 1998 to Dr. Jane Cowles Smith (current owner and applicant). Dr. Smith is a cancer therapist and medical journalist, who received a master's degree in education at Harvard University and a Ph.D. in medical education at the University of Southern California Medical School. She has authored two medical books for the general public, "Informed Consent" and "Pain Relief'. DEFINING HISTORIC CHARISTICS In addition to the overall plan, design and scale of the dwelling, those portions of the Cary Grant Estate that are good examples of the Spanish style Andalusian farm house, and are contributing factors of this site include: Red clay tile roof White-washed walls Heavy, exposed beams Original iron fixtures Wooden mullioned windows /doors Wood and iron balcony T. w' u t P€ S 5 "'...y5 V Historic Site Preservation Board Staff Report June 8,2010 Case HSPB-75; 928 N.Avenida Palmas Page 6 of 8 The original photographs show shutters on some windows and doors, and all have been replaced by the current owner. It should be noted that true Andalusian style typically placed shutters on the inside, as seen in these photographs from southern Spain: E g� f1`jr &N., However, the shutters are part of the original design of the estate and they are not uncommon on other Mediterranean / Spanish styles. Further the owner sought out similar Palm Springs properties for the design of the replacements and they appear complementary to the rest of the structure. The site has had significant landscape modifications since the original construction, but the perimeter wall and gates appear to have been built early in the life of the property, and today mature trees, plantings and other features provide an appropriate setting to the house. REQUIRED FINDINGS As noted above in Background and Setting, Section 8.05.020 of the Municipal Code provides the definition of a historic site: "An historic site is any real property such as: a building; a structure, including but not limited to archways, tiled areas and similar architectural elements, an archaeological excavation or object that is unique or significant because of its location, design, setting, materials, workmanship or aesthetic effect". Seven other qualities are listed therein and staff notes that in addition to the finding of the basic definition of a historic site, four of the seven qualities, #2, #3, #4 and #5, can also be associated with the Cary Grant Estate, as follows: 2. That is associated with lives of persons who made meaningful contribution to national, state or local history. Several owners of this property have made meaningful contributions to national, state or local history. Dr. Jacob John Kocher was the City's first physician and served on a number of the community's early civic organizations. Cary Grant was and remains one of the most recognizable names in movie stardom and, at this time, lived longer in the house than any other owner. Frank Zane is well-known in the body-building industry, 6 J l;� Historic Site Preservation Board Staff Report June 8,2010 Case RSPB-75; 928 N.Avenida Palmas Page 7 of 8 competed at the highest levels in the sport2, and established his health and body- building business in Palm Springs while living at the property. Dr. Jane Cowles Smith consults widely on health issues has published books on health and pain management. 3. That reflects or exemplifies a particular period of the national, state or local history, or The Spanish style of the property reflects the architectural design trends of the 1920's and `30's which recreated the rancho hacienda lifestyle of the early Californios. The Andalusian farm house style of this property uniquely represents the relaxed rural atmosphere of the past. 4. That embodies the distinctive characteristics of a type, period or method of construction; The Cary Grant Estate possesses excellent architectural features common to a Spanish style house of the 1920's, expressed in a unique farm house design. Barrel roof tiles, wide roof overhangs, thick whitewashed walls, wood mullioned windows of varying sizes, and original iron hardware and fixtures are all good examples of the style. 5. That presents the work of a master builder, designer, artist, or architect whose individual genius influenced his age, or that possesses high artistic value; or The designers of the original structures are not known. It is likely that Wallace Neff designed a second-story addition to the garage, but this has not been established with certainty. Nevertheless, the property is a complete and faithful restoration of the original structures, as well as a handsome and artistic example of the estates that once defined luxury living in Palm Springs. CONCLUSION Both the physical development of the site and the ownership history provide a strong basis for historic designation. The recent renovation yields a site that is in superior condition and makes a very good case for Class 1 status for the entire property. Staff recommends that any structural modifications or additions be subject to HSPB review; changes to plantings are recommended for exclusion from HSPB review. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT In accordance with Section 15331 (Historical Resources Restoration/Rehabilitation) of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the proposed designation is categorically exempt from environmental review as the proposed designation meets the conditions outlined for preservation of a historic resource. 2 Mr. Zane won the Mr. Olympia contest in 1977, 1978 and 1979; Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger won that title in 1970-75 and in 1980. 7 55 Historic Site Preservation Board Staff Report June 8, 2010 Case HSPB-75; 928 N,Avenida Palmas Page 8 of 8 NOTIFICATION Pursuant to section 8.05.140 of the Municipal Code of Palm Springs, All property owners within three hundred (300) feet of the subject property have been notified and notice was made in a newspaper of general circulation. As of the writing of this report, staff has not received any inquiries on this matter. Craig A. Ewing, AICP Director of Planning Services ATTACHMENTS 1. Vicinity Map 2. Draft Resolution 3. Application and Submitted Documents 4. Site Photos 8 5b Informed Consent Jane Cowles Ph.D. Breast Cancer Second Opinions MedicalEdMedla. Pain Management Patients Rights .Medical Records Patient Informatiozi Media and Books Puhlic Healtl, Toxic: I',xposure Craig Ewing Director of Planning Palm Springs May 1.3,2010 The Cary Grant Estate Dear Craig, Thanks for your help for"The Cary Grant"as Roxann has been hounding me to get the application in. Steve was of major help,but the estate is so rich in details it is hard to resist showing the rare integrity of both exterior and the Interior. I've restored a Schindler,two 1800's houses in Nantucket and Maine,but this is without a doubt the most interesting of all. I called and paid Stewart Title for labels and letter,etc.to be delivered to you at your office, today....far more than I imagined. Kristine Eastling will give you the radius map,labels,letter,etc. So,we should be hopefully good to go. If you need any help, Steve is more than happy to provide an assist as I know you all running on a lot of cut staff. I'm entering"Las Palomas"in the State Preservation contest as they were so amazed by the methods and materials,etc. Any suggestions please let me know. I tried to pare things down,but still have the Chain of Title in book.You have this 1 and have 8 others ready to roll,unless you have ideas for change. Many Thanks Dr.Jane Cowles Smith 760.322.1040 Fax 760..322.1750 janesmith48@yahoo.com 928 Avenida Palmas Palm Springs, California 92262 57 CARY GRANT ESTATE HISTORIC SITE INFORMATION Dr.Jane Cowles Smith 58 "Las Palomas"— The Cary Grant Estate The Movie Colony 928 North Avenida Palmas • Palm Springs, California HISTORIC SITE NOMINATION APPLICATION Prepared for: HISTORIC SITE PRESERVATION BOARD City of Palm Springs Department of Planning Services 3200 East Tahquitz Canyon Way Palm Springs, California 92264 Prepared by: Dr.Jane Cowles Smith,Owner/Historic site faithfully restored to period 1998—2010 Tel: (760) 322-1040 59 Office Use Only .0 Date: Case No. HSPB No. Planner: i CITY OF PALM SPRINGS Department of Planning Services HISTORIC SITE DESIGNATION APPLICATION TO THE APPLICANT: Your cooperation in completing this application and supplying the information requested will expedite City review of your application. Application submitted will not be considered until all submittal requirements are met. Staff may require additional information depending upon the specific project. Please submit this completed application and any subsequent material to the Department of Planning Services. This form is to be used to nominate individual properties for Class 1 or 2 historic designation, or to nominate the formation of historic districts. Applicants are encouraged to review two bulletins from the US Department of Interior for additional information. • "How to Complete the National Register of Historic Places Registration Form" (National Register Bulletin 16A/ .//www.n s. ov/histo /nr/ ublica�on ll 'n nr : and ► "How to Apply the National Register Criteria for Evaluation" (National Register Bulletin 15: httg.,IAvww.np;s.gov/historv/nftpublicabo Rilletinslnrbl 56. Complete each item by marking "x" in the appropriate box or by entering the information requested. If any item does not apply to the property being documented, enter "N/A" for "not applicable." For functions, architectural classification, materials, and areas of significance, enter only categories and subcategories from the instructions in the Bulletins. Historic name: Cary Grant Estate - "Las Palomas", 1954 — 1972 (Architect Wallace Neff for the North Wing Addition for Cary Grant 1955+) Other names: Builder - John Jacob Kocher, M.D. (early Palm Springs' first pharmacist and medical doctor, community leader), 1927- 1931 Other names: Jane Cowles, Ph.D. (Smith), author of 1974 book, "Informed Consent"which pioneered the introduction of Patient Rights, second opinions, breast cancer& patient care choices which became law affecting billions of patients in the United States. Author of 1994 landmark book, "Pain Relief which became law for all patient's basic rights for pain assessment & adequate pain management which was adopted by all US hospitals. 2010 national expert and healthcare policy on loss of human life resulting from deadly toxins found in air, water and food exposure. Address: 928 North Avenida Palmas Assessor parcel number: 507-164-001 Owner's name: Dr. Jane Cowles Smith Family Trust Owner's Address: 928 North Avenida Palmas Palm Springs, California 92262 Telephone: 760.322.1040 60 E-mail address: ianesmith480vahoo_com 2. Classifications Ownership of Property. (Check as many boxes as apply.) ■Private ©Public--Local OPublic—State ElPublic—Federal Category of Property, (Check only one box.) ClBuilding(s) ODistrict ■Site ElStructure C]Object Number of Resources within Property. (Total must include at least One(1)in Contributing Column) Contributing Noncontributing Buildings 1 - Sites 1 Structures 1 - Objects 1 TOTAL If the building or site is part of a larger group of properties, enter the name of the multiple-property group; otherwise enter"N/A". N/A 3. Use or Function Historic use or Function: Single Family Residence Current Use or Function: Single Family Residence 4. Description Architect: Unknown Construction Date and Source: 1927-1930/Based on a literal copy of a Spanish Andalusian farm house Architectural Classification: Single Family Residence Construction Materials: Double wall lathe and stucco Foundation: Raised footings and concrete slab Roof: Red two-piece and-formed barrel tile with mud (original Gladding McBean) Walls: Whitewashed double wall stucco Other: Ceilings: Redwood beam Floors: Bedrooms original oak; living room terra cotta pavers Building Description:(Attach a description of the Building/Site/District,including all character defining features on one or more additional sheets Please see attached description sheets(5 pages). 61 ° Vic'(WI-TY MAP m EL f 1��R WWI)Z :fir g LOUISE GLLETA WY vtA N! y gc VISTA p�IWp CHINA 7� F $ Co RDR4 YMQVD W 17� (W & RD at z g ' F DEEM R4 SA GMllllti � Y• ti �,as ,; x . . � cm RDA CHIA AVE a$ MOOR MEL AVE �.•' w d y. t d� MARSHAL Te R P OLIVE f HIDSMA,L rf Zt 5 TACHEVAH ■ ■��. DR i E VIA ri 61're BIJ WA VISTA DR PIL "'LAS PALO ai JAL�IItTD 1NY AUU rY�. � ;.Av ::;•:: co � t � � M _ r DR r RD ALTAN = a .. � vAtMoNn� i p V i RD RD PR, A OR IA CAM History The Spanish Crown owned the "Las Califomias Province" from the late 1600's to 1821. It was not until 1846 that the "Bear Flag of the Republic of California" and the "Flag of the United States" flew over California as we know it today. Spain continued to influence America in the 1920's as war-torn Europe was unsafe to travel to. Spain geographically is almost cut-off from contact with the rest of Europe, occupying a peninsula which is shut-in by the rocky Pyrenees. Excepting a few large cities, Spain retains much of its primitive simplicity as when Columbus departed its shores. The white-wall and red-tile roof houses that were built around courtyards became popular fascination for what is known as "California Spanish." Thousands of architects, designers, students or wealthy travelers were influenced by fanciful and romantic architecture of Spain and when returning to America brought back literal drawings of existing Spanish structures as well as ship loads of Spanish tiles, ironworks, furniture, fixtures, etc. were imported to America — some literal replicas were constructed and/or architects were made famous for their interpretation of the architecture. Some designs were grandiose and formal, but the favorite was the simple Andalusia farmhouse style. Description of Property This unique estate contains a literal replica of a 19t"century Spanish Andalusian farmhouse built on a 1.6 acre portion within the Las Haceniditas Tract No. 2, located at 928 North Avenida Palmas between Avenida Palmas and Via Miraleste, which was a haven for Hollywood's elite which became known as the "Movie Colony." A well known Palm Springs pharmacist and physician, Dr. John Jacob Kocher, purchased the property in 1927 and immediately started construction of one of Palm Springs' first Spanish estates, which construction concluded in 1930. Early photographs indicate that although the estate was near the El Mirador Hotel, nonetheless it was situated in open desert, enjoying unobstructed views in all directions, including a clear view all the way to Dry Falls. Two decoratively gated driveways lead into the estate that is surrounded by white washed original slumpstone block walls. The estate is surrounded by hundreds of towering mature trees, palms and fruit trees. A profusion of rose and cactus gardens wander amidst expansive lawns. The house was thoughtfully constructed and sited in consideration of the local climate, including distinctly steep clay the roof overhangs providing generous shading to maximize the east-rising sun and minimizing southerly hot temperature exposures; the north side is in shade at all times. The structure exemplifies the simplicity of the Spanish Andalusian design. The extremely wide and rare two-story facade with exposed gable design is intended to conceal wings, living areas, pergolas, swimming pools and fountains that are located within the"U"-shaped courtyard configuration. All exterior and common interior walls measure approximately 24 inches thick, and consist of independent wood and lathe stucco. The interior airspace serves to mitigate both cold and hot ambient temperature extremes. The exterior white washed walls rise-up to meet an original red clay the roof hand made by Gladding McBean and Company. The roof is original. Original wooden glass mullion windows and doors of various sizes and shapes grace the house, which affords consistent natural interior light as well as the enjoyment of vistas of the morning and setting sun, garden and mountain views (To period, replicated working wood shutters provide further protection from extreme heat and cold). The entire trim consists of classic"Spanish Blue"—one of the few colors which changes hues depending upon lighting conditions. The historic home consists of 6 bedrooms, 5-1/2 bathrooms, 5 fireplaces, a 30 x 40 foot Great Room, and a detached studio/office surrounded by lush lawns, trees and slate walkways. Below the second story gable ridge is a classic Andalusian wood and iron balcony which serves the master bedroom suite and is duplicated on the east-facing courtyard wall. Below the balcony is an open heavy beamed cobblestone passageway entry leading into the courtyard that is secured both east and west by lockable double decorative wrought iron gates. In addition to 6 serving as a point of access into the main courtyard, the passageway provides direct entry into the main living quarters as well as to the south wing. The South Wing consists of three bedrooms which are accessed from the cobblestone passageway leading into a hallway with a rare ceiling of flat red Gladding McBean ceiling tiles placed between peeled pine timbers. From the hallway, an exterior arcade to the courtyard is accessed through sets of double French doors. The original eucalyptus log pergola is covered with yellow-blooming catsclaw vines and paved with flat red Gladding McBean tiles. The interior floors are oak throughout. The three bedrooms each have fanciful designed comer stucco fireplaces and hearths. The full bathrooms have sunken tubs with original Talavera tiles and original plumbing fixtures. A collection of uniquely custom tiled bathroom accessories, such as single hanging hooks, soap and toothbrush holders remain intact. All of the interior doors are redwood with original wrought iron circular-shaped handles. All of the interior and exterior lighting fixtures are original to the wing. The main entry accessed from the passageway leads to a double-height living room with soaring massive redwood timber ceilings. An oversized fireplace is flanked on both sides by double French doors leading to the interior courtyard. The floors are terra Gotta the pavers. The original wood and glass mullion windows provide garden and mountain views. Built-in stucco and redwood double book cases border the passageway entry door. The far north wall has a raised tile Gladding McBean window seat located below double sets of windows with a built-in stucco and redwood book case at one end and a recessed telephone nook/telephone book holder at the other. All of the lighting fixtures are original wrought iron. A decorative redwood and wrought iron staircase leads to the second story master bedroom suite. The master bedroom suite is double-height, with two massive redwood beams spanning below the center ridge beam. Original oak floors are throughout the suite and the square stucco fireplace has the original granite hearth. The bedroom enjoys eastern sunrises which magically illuminate the towering San Jacinto Mountains from windows along the west face. Evening sunsets wash the entire estate with soft, golden light. Two east and west French doors access the exterior balconies. Under the east wall is a raised Gladding McBean tiled window seat, a built-in stucco bookcase and double wood and glass mullion windows overlook the courtyard. An interior doorway leads to a small anteroom for entry into the full master bathroom with magnificent window views past the towering trees to snow-capped mountains. Original colorful Talavera tile grace the walls and original tub, shower, sink and commode. Off the anteroom is a large dressing room consisting of built-in drawers, clothes rods with easttwest windows, redwood ceiling and original light fixtures. A decorative south-facing window dormer rests above a redwood door leading to"under the eaves storage." A light-filled kitchen off of the living room has an original comer stucco and Talavera tile stove hood. The redwood ceiling is double-height with built-in open stucco shelves for display or storage. The east and north-facing glass and wood mullion windows provide both mountain and garden views. A wood and glass door exits the kitchen into the interior courtyard where morning breakfasts and casual dinners are enjoyed at an outdoor table. The courtyard consists of a splashing stucco fountain, two eucalyptus timber pergolas covered with mature bougainvillea and catsclaw vines which create shaded arcades. A picturesque swimming pool, expansive lawns, tall trees, palms and gardens combined create a tranquil vision of beauty and privacy. A passageway from the kitchen leads to a half bathroom on the south wall. The north wall wood and glass door leads to cactus gardens, towering trees and palms. A long service driveway exits to Avenida Palmas through double wrought iron gates flanked by whitewashed slumpstone pillars—each topped with wrought iron light fixtures. 64 Proceeding through the passageway, a former laundry room has been redesigned into a full wet bar utilizing discarded original doors and period items from the house. The doorway from the bar area leads into a former double garage which has since been redesigned into a 30 x 40 foot indoor/outdoor Great Room (See details under"Restoration Photographs"). Cary Grant, the world famous romantic screen idol and a two-time Oscar nominee, purchased the Movie Colony estate at 928 North Avenida Palmas in 1954 at the age of 50. Grant and his third wife, Betsy Drake, christened the estate "Las Palomas" -- translated from Spanish meaning"The Doves." Grant declared himself"Retired from Hollywood." The Grants would rise at dawn and ride their horses across the open desert to watch the sunrise and rest in the Indian canyons. Grant were enraptured by the spell of the desert, they rode until dark and cooked steaks over an open fire under the moon and stars, protected by the majestic mountains. Midnight of 1954 had not arrived, but Alfred Hitchcock had. At lunch by the pool, Hitchcock handed Grant the script for the him, "To Catch a Thief." Grant felt he was too old to be the romantic lead man. "Grace Kelly wants to do the film with you" bated Hitchcock. race Kelly, the cool blond beauty proved too delicious of an offer to resist. Grant packed his clothes to begin filming in Monte Carlo with Kelly. "To Catch a Thief earned several Academy Awards and remains a classic to this day. Cary Grant's close personal friend, architect Wallace Neff, had designed a home for Mr. Grant in Hollywood. Grant engaged Neff to design a two bedroom/two bath second story addition above the former garage (As per verified personal communication with Spanish historian Elizabeth McMillian's conversations with Wallace Neff, Jr.). Grant considered his hidden retreat a place of refuge like being in another world—yet set in the middle of Palm Springs with reality outside the gates of the estate. Grant was a familiar figure in Palm Springs, casually dressed, often riding horses into the mountains with local friends, such as Mayor Frank Bogert. His home was a retreat to a parade of his famous co-stars, such as Katharine Hepburn, Grace Kelly, Sophia Loren, Leslie Caron, Bing Crosby, Clark Gable, as well as many other world famous legends and personalities. Despite his international fame and success, he never lost his humble English origins and respect for the military. During the Korean War he opened Las Palomas to events for returning soldiers. The "Man of Style," who defines unmatched simple elegance to this day, had a nearly 20-year love affair with Las Palomas which reflected his simple style and timelessness. Grant tried marriage to actress Dyan Cannon in 1965, who bore him his beloved daughter Jennifer, however by 1968 the marriage fell apart and Grant was divorced and alone again. He was awarded an honorary Oscar in 1970 and stayed alone at Las Palomas until he sold it in 1972. After a number of successive owners of the estate, Frank Zane, a former Mr. Olympia, bought the actor's home in 1988. Dr. Jane Cowles Smith purchased Las Palomas from the Zane's in 1998. Dr. Cowles authored the book "Informed Consent' in 1974, which changed the methods for breast biopsies and breast cancer treatment. She led the "Patient Rights" movement in the 1970's which "Informed Consent" right of choice and second opinions became required by law. In 1994, her landmark book on "Pain Relief' demanded patients be assessed and adequately treated for their pain. Dr. Cowles remains an active advocate for human health and continues to fight for patient rights and a reduction of deadly toxins in our air, water and food. The March, 2006 issue of "Architectural Digest" featured original photographs of the estate and Cary Grant expressing "His Retiring Side in Palm Springs" (see attached). The Cary Grant Estate has been featured in numerous magazines, newspapers, books and was the lead story on A&E's "Houses of Hollywood Stars" in 2003. Even to this day, hundreds of other national and international media stories �}J have publicized Grants residency at this rare estate, which in 2010 is the last intact, faithfully restored, historic Spanish estate in Palm Springs. 1998 Condition of Las Palomas and 11-Year Faithful Restoration by Dr.Jane Cowles Smith The majority of the original structure was intact, but in a shambles of neglect and disrepair and electric and plumbing had not been updated to code. The landscape was a jungle of overgrowth mixed with the structure basically being surrounded by dirt. The five fireplaces were stuffed with insulation and non- functioning. The aged HVAC systems were dated and faulty. The balconies were loose from the structure and the five exterior chimneys had metal caps, not in keeping with the period. Painted redwood had to be stripped back to original condition. The trim on the house was pealing aqua marine blue paint. It has taken 11 years of constant detailed effort to address and to restore the thousand areas of neglect or disrepair beyond original condition. Faithful restoration takes endless patience and can not be hurried in order to be historically correct. Experts in Spanish architectural restoration were sought-out. Those who knew stonework, blacksmithing, masonry, the restoration, clay tile roofing, woodworking, fireplace consultants, painters, plumbers, electricians and many other trades brought back the life of simple beauty in Andalusian design and details. Constant research and consultation with Spanish restoration experts, such as Marty Newman and others assisted Dr. Smith, who has previously restored other historic estates. Any inferior modern material substitutes were avoided so as to not destroy the unique hand-constructed qualities that would no longer qualify as historic. In this case, both the interior and exterior historic details are equal in importance to the building's restoration. Any missing wrought iron fixtures were either sought-out from the period or recreated to period—such as the four lanterns affixed to the two original whitewashed slumpstone entry/service driveway pillars. In order to not destroy the original hand-trowel stucco details, the traditional Spanish "white wash" for interior and exterior refreshes the walls every so many years. Paint is the"enemy"of hand-trowel stucco. The shutters were missing, however the hand-made "S" wrought iron shutter holders remained. Significant research was conducted throughout other Movie Colony estate homes to find shutter holders wrought by the "Same blacksmith's signature on an iron shutter holder," which were eventually found at "Invernata", another historic residential estate within the Movie Colony. "invernata's" working shutters were copied and mounted at Las Palomas and held in place by the original existing wrought iron shutter holders. Based on photographs of traditional Andalusian architecture, the shutters, windows and house trim were painted in classic"Spanish Blue." Since the original slate work near the courtyard was minimal, matching slate was found and placed around the bare dirt that surrounded the house creating decorative walkways and patios. The aged swimming pool was updated in 2008 with a new saline filtration system, and a new stucco interior with"1927 Malibu tiles" placed every 12 feet at the waterline to reflect the period. The Wallace Neff second floor addition (consisting of 2 bedrooms/2 baths) above the former garage was a jumble of odd walls, doors and conflicting floor surfaces left over from previous owners' activities. In 1998, Dr. Smith designed and constructed a 30 x 40 foot uniform Great Room out of the disarray below the second floor addition. Exact copies of the wood and glass mullion doors were built to open to the pool and garden views on three sides. Structural steel beams were hidden to provide strength. The low ceilings that previously showed exposed open ducts and pipes were covered with wood slats and painted white. A three-inch concrete floor was poured to unify a jumbled mismatched floor. This area now serves as an indoor/outdoor Great Room — as all the glass and wood doors open to unique exterior views. A eucalyptus log trellis was copied from the original south courtyard wing trellis and covered with bougainvillea to create a cool arcade(see photographs). The 24-inch deep double stucco and wood lathe walls make the house cool in the summer and warm in the winter. For energy efficiency, five separate HVAC units were installed with corresponding zones Cb separated by demising doors to minimize heating and air conditioning in unused areas. Overhead fans are in every room, trees and vine-covered arcades provide further relief from summer heat. Windows are covered in transparent solar film. The working 1-1/2 inch thick window shutters when closed, provide protection from heat and wind as well as providing security. Interior fixtures are either original or to period; the interior furnishings are Spanish or"Early California." In 1999, all electric and plumbing were brought-up to code throughout the structure. For the vast landscape, timed sprinkler systems of low-flow water and/or drip irrigation were installed to conserve water. The oldest growth of trees and palms in Palm Springs require the attention of a certified arborist to properly cut, trim and hand-sculpt the rare collection of mature specimens on the estate's grounds including cactus and rose garden maintenance. Blowers are banned from use to control dust migration. Organic methods are used to decrease excessive nitrogen-filled run-off into ground water and sewers. In 1998, an existing two-car carport with red terra cotta tiles was first converted into an outdoor gym. In 2009, Dr. Smith enclosed the structure into a detached studio/office. Exact copies of Las Palomas wood and glass doors were constructed for north and south entry. The floor is laid with terra cotta pavers. All light fixtures for the interior and exterior are to period. The studio is surrounded by slate pathways and a slate patio which is surrounded by a rose garden that faces the courtyard swimming pool, expansive lawns, trees and palms. Facing the front driveway, another copy of the eucalyptus log trellis is covered with catsclaw vine and provides a shady two-car parking area. Because the house is built with attached wings in a classic"U"courtyard design—the house can function privately for 12 people at the same time. Because the wings can be shut-off from the core of the house, if desired, the independent master bedroom, living room and kitchen operate as a separate living area. The front expansive lawn can seat 300 guests for elegant entertaining. The Cary Grant Estate is home to frequent charity events and/or preservation tours. Las Palomas is an example of"living art" by virtue of its constantly changing seasons of light, its gardens and mountain views. Within the park-like setting of this estate, many visitors always comment there exists a feeling of life in a far away romantic world of peace and solitude—a refuge from the struggles of reality. Jane Cowles Smith May 3, 2010 The enclosed original Willard photographs taken of the property during the 1930's, as well as the 1998 to 2010 restoration photographs, illustrate the benefits and beauty resulting from faithful historic restoration. A sample of the many magazine and book articles are included within this presentation accurately portray the tremendous popularity of the Cary Grant Estate and the widespread appreciation for the rare 19 century Spanish Andalusian farmhouse replica. 67 7. Integrity Analysis Attach an analysis of the Building/Site/District's integrity based on the criteria in this section. In addition to being determined eligible under at least one of the Applicable Criteria listed above, the building / site / district must also retain its architectural integrity. Integrity is based on significance: Why, where, and when a property is important. Only after significance is fully established can a determination be made with regard to the issue of integrity. There are seven aspects or qualities that, in various combinations, define integrity: Location, Design, Setting, Materials, Workmanship, Feeling and Association. To retain historic integrity, a property will always possess several, and usually most, of the aspects. The retention of specific aspects of integrity is paramount for a property to convey its significance. The building retains a high degree of architectural integrity and an example of the early Spanish Colonial history of Palm Springs. 8. Bibliography Attach a list of all books, articles, and other sources cited or used in preparing this application. Also, identify any previous surveys that cite the subject property, or any other documentation that may be on file. 9. Geographical Data Acreage of Property: 1.5 acres Property Boundary Description. Attach a description of the boundaries of the property Lots three (3), four(4), five(5), six(6), Block"B" Las Haceniditas, Palm Springs, Book of Maps Riverside County, California District Boundary Description: Attach an explanation for the selection of the district boundaries. 9 6 a 10. Form Prepared By Name/title: Dr. Jane Cowles Smith, Steve Sobotta Organization: Street address: 928 North Avenida Palmas City: Palm Springs, California 92262 Telephone: 760.322.1040 E-mail address: janesmith48Qyahoo.com 11. Required Documentation Submit the following items with the completed application form. Do not mount any exhibits on a board. 1. Attachment Sheets. Include all supplemental information based on application form (above). 2. Maps: For Historic Districts, include a sketch map identifying the proposed districts boundaries. 3. Photographs: Eight(8)sets of color photographs showing each elevation of the property and its surroundings. 4. Non-owner's Notarized Signature: If the applicant is not the owner, a notarized affidavit shall be provided (see following page). 5. Site Plan: One 1/8" to 1/4" scale drawing of the site, and eight reduction copies (8 1/2 x 11 inches) The site plan shall show all of the following: Property boundaries, north arrow and scale, all existing buildings, structures, mechanical equipment, landscape materials, fences, walls, sidewalks, driveways, parking areas showing location of parking spaces, and signs. Indicate the square footage and use of each building and the date(s)of construction. 6. Public Hearing Labels: Three (3) sets of typed self-adhesive labels of all property owners, lessees, and sub-lessees of record. The labels shall include the Assessor's parcel number, owner's name and mailing address of each property with 400 feet from the exterior limits of the subject property. Additionally, all Assessor Parcel Maps clearly indicating the 400-foot radius and a certified letter from a title company licensed to conduct business in Riverside County, California shall be submitted. io 69 i ! 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XceeptinC and reservin ; from said property a right of way for telephone, t:.legraph or public utility pole lines together with the right to enter said premises r for the purpose of erectin,; such pole limes and wires thereon and the right to repair, maintain or replace such pale lines or wires, also exceptin6 and reserving fro_: said premiises a right of way for all public utility pipe lines or conduits necessary or convenient to be maintained on said premises, together with the rlght to enter. said premises for the purposes of layine,' mainta inin�;, renewing or enlar*%M suc:, pipe lines or conduits. " Subject cc the -fD1lo!.-iin& restrictions which shall inure to the benelit .of each and every lot in said Subdivision and to the whole thereof, to--wit: I 1. That said property shall never be leasod, rented or conveyed to or occupied by any persor: or persons of other than the Caucasian race. (Term Caucasian race an interpreted herein is intended to exclade Mexicans). 2. Said property shall be used for &welling purposes only, and that not more I than one dwelling house shall ever be erected or moved upon any lot in said tract at any one time. 3. That any building erected or moved upon said lot or Lots shall cost and be reasonably worth not less than 4bO00,J0. 4. That no store or business bullddng , apartment house, tenement,house, sanitarium, or double House shall ever be erected or moved upon any -lot or late in said traet. b. That no building shall be erected or moved upon any lot or lots in said tract, the side ::galls or roof of which are constructed of sheet iron or galvanised iron or metal of any kind. 6. That no temporary structures of any kind shall ever be erected on moved upon _ any lot or Lots in said tract. 7. That no poultry, live stock or ourros shall be permitted or Lwintained oa any lot or lots in said tract. ` 8. '" That any dwelling created or moved upon any lot or lots in said tract shall be set back 30 feet from the front property line. 9.. That any building created or moved upon any lot or lots in said tract to be used for private garage purpose's shall be located upon the rear of such lot or lots and shall not be occupied as a residence. 10. That any building; created or moved upon any lot or lots in said tract shall be set back 20 feet from the street line of any side street adjoining sue:i lot. 11. That all measurements referred to herein shall be made from the outer line of any front or side porch; front or side steps, not included. 12. That no lot or lots in said tract shall ever be resubdivided or replotted. 13. That in case of a violation of any of the foregoing; restrietio-L then and in that case the title to the lot or lots on which violation occurs, sh:.11 revert to and become vested in the grantors herein, t:teir theirs or assigns. Provided, hn aver, that no forfeiture or any re—entry thereunder, shall operate to impair or render invalid the lien of any mortgage or deed of trust made in good faith on said land and improvements thereon. It is a further provision of this conveyance that any walls or fences constructed on the property lines of any of the lots in said fact, shall -zot be more thad 5* fet t in heighth. 11T_ESS our hands this 23rd day ofexlara.', 1927. Jacob John Kocher Clarets Li. Kocher. State of California, ) (..s. County of riverside. ) On this 26th day of I.i:rch, in the year one thousand nine hundr4d twenty—sexen, be:ore ne, Robert L. Edwards, a Notary Public in and for said County and State, personally appeared: Jacob John Kocher and Clarets ?`. Kocher, his :rife, kno::n. to roe to be the persons described in and waose :=ames are subscribed to the witain instrur:.nt and acknowledged that they executed the same. WITINESS ray hard and a-;'ficia1 seal the day and year in this Ger;;ificate first Above written. Robert L. Ldwards, (::rCTZI„L S: I ) Notary Public in and for said County and. State. N• commission expires Dec. 40, 19jJ. Received for record Mar.^U, 1927 at 60 Lin. past 8 o'clock + -1- at request of t2443 Security rifle In.s. °: Guar. Co. Copied in Book I1o. 711 of Deeda, pa6e 96 et seq. Records of Riverside County, Cali4ornia. Fees 41.50 Jack A. Ross, Recorder. SEC. r-TS. & GUAI- Go. ) TO 1 = JAC03 J0� KOCH R On this E3rd day of Mrehs nineteen hundred tw8At Ven, iN Coa'STD ATIO_i of Ten and 40/100 r 10.001 Dollars, SZCZT-`ITY _IiLI'. L^^i3[Ti{AiiCE "u.D CUAc7:.id'i�� aoxparatian, does :�rd'�:r grant to JACOB JOHN XOC>iM, all that steal trope ty situattd i 33 the county of tcivexsidc, state of ualifornia, desoribsd as iolloWs:— All of slacks A n of Las :iapepditas ao. E as shorn by gap on file in the office of the county necoraer of ni.verside county, California, ix► gook 15 of slaps, at pcis 55 thereof. I .s servations and restrictions of record• Subject to: Rights of way, re r>. !li IITXES5 said"Security title insurance and Guarantee uompany b;.s, on Y, the d day and year first above written, hereunto caused its corporate Maass an seal -.o ' Gnd Aset. secretary, therounto duly authorised oy be affixed by itS rice Yxesident ra-solution of its Board of Directors• ! i SECir?ITY TITLE LYSURAuCE A:iD GUR..AUTME COP MY, ` (COTLPOpAi'E SEAL) By Olen W. Chapman, vice President. By Dorothy T• Ayers, Asst. Secretary. ! State of California, ) )ss. County of Riverside. ) On this 29th day of March, in the year one thousand nine`hundxed twenty—seven. • 11 - be--are ms, Nellie L. Carlson, a Notary Public in and for said County and State. personally appeared Glen N.•Chapman, known to me to be the Vice president, and i Dorothy E. Ayers, knoern to me tz! be the +:sst. Secretary of toe corporation that execute ll toe within and foregoing instrument and knorm to me to be the persass who executed the Rithin and foreE:5ing instrument an behalf of the corporation therein Hamad, and aclLn-J +ledge': to me that such corporation executed the game. �z3S my ''land and official seal the day and :,ear in the is Certificate first i a':ove written. Nellie L. Carlson, (NOTARIAL SEAL) Notary Public in and for said County and State. I t E452 Received for record Mar. 29, 1927 at 31 Min- past a o'clock A.K. at request of Security Title Ins. do Ouar. Co. Copied In Book No. Ill of Deeds, page lid, Reeorda of Riverside County, California. Fees 4.80 Jack A. Rose, Recorder. a. Compared: Copyist: E. Kettering; Comparer: L. B. Boynton. r 487 at seq , Records of R v ide- Co nt , ' Calirornfa: t t Fees $1 30 Jaek A.' ROA, Recorder. , 1 By.F. ,ID.. Rc�r, Deputy Reaorddr.. w J i Compared,: Copyist: E.. iet ering.; C6ta-0a4rer: '4 Lamkin.. . . -b'o-o-o f k I .: I. f JACIOR JOHN IKOCHER`, 'ET AL ) TO ) GRJANT DSED.` Ok LIAN S. LAN 3 JU HIS INDENTURE,, roadie .'the 23r day of Janu�iry,.. in the year oaf our Lord nineteen hu afted arid, Thirty one,., berms JACOB JOffi1.;KOCHER •and GLAR&Tl.. 7�. KOCF>J:R, j ,. i the i a.rtyies :of" the ifixBl:t .fit,; and JULI S. NOLAN, a<n ui Tried'man, of Palen Springs, California, 'the pajty of t}Ye second part, - ITN.E S. TH: That the said ;liar ies...,of. the First part, for and in consideration . " of tine sum Df Tan S pq tars Ddllars, gold a oin of: the. United States of •Am ri•ca, .to them in hAnd.-patt by Vid said 'arty. of the se and part, ::*e teceipt whpreo4t..is hereby �aaknpwle. dged, do bye these presents, Grant unto, the said:.Aare of the second part,: and- to his ) _Irs assigns forever,:,all those 'certain lotd, ,pieces or .parcels: of lard, situate, lying and :being ,ini"palm Bpr ngs,'CounfY:of givers ide and,- St-Ate of Calii._.rnia ' and hounded and poticulaky ,described ax, foltlowq, .to-14V i tal Three (5),, Your (4), ri -(5)I' and Sipe° (6) of block '*H" Las Haeeliditas 4 w Tra,01 No. 2 in Fa] Sr s as .shown Book- F`if eejn (15) at paga F f ty :1ve (�5 j A > > M oak :10f Nk,•p ,,: in tt *. efwftce� of County R,0 " z*e2q Rd versidb County: Su as.ct to i ondl,itions, restricitions reservations I +. , rights_of y of record,. add subject to :the- e half of the t.ax"i 'for the yee.r 19 0-31. witth.all and., a, ll i�igul the tenetaarits, hele4itamento and I appur-- se m °aBig, a in sywae. apper - ;the, rever$3onx and rsmaeind said rMa adairsi re ts, js4s and prefUs thereof. TO . LD all and premises, together with the iirgu ar h0 s i d N` undo: the. !1' cf'.party of the second! pd]i't, and to, his heirs and assigma IN iYITh1ES5 CF the .isalid'tarti s> e �. he first Dart have bgreunto °set the hand s and sears the' clay and yjear first.e►boerittgn. i ff Jacob j,6h ...xocher 5 Clarets W.""ocher (Seal j 7; J States of C lifornia,` Counter of *rs1d6 9 (7IInt mlis 124th �. day of :Xgmut ry, .A.A,"1931i, b f ore:"me•,_...Rpbert°�.I,. Edwardsf, a NotaryjjPub id in.aril tor•: said Count ' a State, ..r' sL�in tlie�eanj du1 co iss 1 �""T $..- a Y : ianed. i _ and s.�rarn, pe eaoni ly appealed taco So Kdcher nj_! Clarata.�l. Kocher his, wi 1� ,. , fe, i known; m t:o be the,persom�s: whose jn. sacre sub jsc tbkd to the Within instruteat and ackadi r Jedg d tb me ;%hjjt they execut d the same. A IN WITUFPSs r�Fi $HI', I .`h�. h eunwi, s'et i hand and affixed- my off ipi87 �i seaa e d aftd year kJ2 this Certi ica e: i it a o1�e.:written. i :I itob•ert..L #Lwdxds, (NOT AR TAB S-R&L Notary I' c n and for i Y i } said. ~.aunty en State. i TsGy coular3 ion 0er;tires' Dec. 30, 19 4 ' eceived for. 'raeord mar. 5, 3.1, at 30. 4� a vast 1 o'clock P ". at rdqusst 1 or -iia raid Cauntyi :_itle Guar. Ga. l-Cop Led In Hock 11o. .11 of Off iciaX•;;.jecords, gage 88 et'seq'. Recordi of niversid:G Cotuity►; Calii'arr�ia�. ees 41.10 � i Jack:,A. Real i Re ;order: By F* B.;, l3enuty:Redorda r. . Compared: Copyist: ' Kettering.;�, �mparer: A.. Iamcin. i i Ij p> II I I. CIA;IMC. j ) T04 !HEST,r=AYOCN ) t f i . 94 I I s,Gran tbr', �iCyTJ1 'TT�T('n'Vo M., mri _: 1L_-i _ _ W.. � �T Llpir IiU� 1�VL.eYLY • �' I ° ..SLX il��:tlR•�DRD�,t: )i' t..i ' ;• r C.Pi3I�:i'..:IIvi �jf Ter. an3 no/1b� ($10 0) Do111ars TZFL 'n 3. NgLdN, m ; errad,ra - :doea hereby g"ent 't5,GY;TLh eiOTLiuti TGaTi '. . ee�h'er aepaat :pr perty the c"7 SlderbtIori`;�ti,hercSar havin .been; inherited by her T LhaL YeF1' p ap rty aitivati in.t e' ' - V151•age af,r,elmli55 rings; C3u�t�y �f Riv' ra;ide, State P lifornis,, es ribed as fallawa:. I dI I S .o to 39 4, '5 a,nd,5 in rlocic $ of:I.as "sc n itea Igo, c, ¢� how# b i i •i• r j or Al in 1 aak 15; Page 5'$ ;)laps, 'Recarda ,af'Rldei•ode Cauatq, C It arnla.w i I j I 0' .. N _ _ s This. deed;is, sn e.4solUte aor.veysnce, the actor-having' d s'h1'd*lend to t`e •pranteE''far a feir and a�equ,et!er consideretiari, auc naiderstiin, in add tii3p i 1t � ` tY-that ,eEa E recited!, b'e"ing'fuli-1 e:'tilsfaetTon of"all 1 blir lond-.n eta ed by t el13eed I L. J, - o:f:;:,'frust ox�atuted b ifu11ej3 S No len<' v Emil Nolan T den `re rde i Soak Na 49 q X >i t �i° F' afyGfficlal.Hecards a Rivers)de ;Caiynt1q, Celifarns,,, 1'agje'447.tih re f; y "-'Grantor, del.clnrea;lhat this'conveyance,'Is eelyl end fai ly! mad ,:andl-thtt Lne-re'are .tid tegr.eemexits, Orel;-nr written,,- .a•ther than his deed betty enl gra tar;:e d ire 'tee _r• - f ^_ „ ' witi*respe. t^,•..said ;land. p}q„:�erz ti3r"is StY; .day, of Februer. 1 Julian S Nolen sill r L' S: :h.$ #0.00 Gaan nheled i 5t'ete��f C al�farriie ) 1. I I F j CSuptt aif R1 exeldgt ) day of Fetirtiary iz� thal year on I thauFand nine-;h ndr Id thirtyn: � afi r r ,l •. I, 1 fdu'a, me', F: ene gear ' Notary .Fublib in an'd.for, is Count nd "�'t'e-te, perms Ell'q rYF ag e� uIitan-3 N � t] known to me;-to,be the e`rs des gibed in: e d w nse nee ie }e _ X6, Y' I au �be I they With ih in4rumentf "end eckn wl�d a tb t;hq '�zec,u a the same, , 7� 'f'I�8,5 mq bend toad aP�iclel peal'the'�6 and ye�r`in 't 1 certificet;e 4 tl4It w>SIGr�tts't�'an i Pr G Eu&g4ie st, - i 1 a& (�NZf Anx y.Ss �L) I Nat `q lublie in, and f r seid r 4 C�u .i d'Stste: j r r r 1 ' L ( i Ir t I 1 ar # e'ceiva�- for xm0.ard Lpr 3`4, 1.9 4'-jet �#5`1p"'. past 3 alcla k Pquea�t I>" a u e(at:Heat,:Capdj:ed' in Hoak ip 169 of Gfficiel;' 'card , page.l0 e.carda af' 1' I e' CoupR•y, Gr�1lfarnle. I Fovea ;11:�G Asa$ �. R_ sa,Reoardar,J 11 f a I Deputy 'Rec r. er. Cam a�er�: Ca- .iyt I.Hug aas g. j� �• P 7 ,• ..-, Alr!ick; Camper�r, , ,j o I is 9 near Emmet, Cal. A4v`7 ►]i o, an. undiwi"& ►-kolf (:l/8) fester"t In and to that crop of peaches sea aroo&xW ass; the G. C. ftyloi ranch on NeAh Palm X enue, near $Wet, Cal. All twee ab"* being #1twate in Siiers.ide Co6aty, Cal. W2 my hand at Wit., Cal. this &tax dad' of Jane, 1936,. _ _ 3tat a e:f` Cal�ia�i e�, ) - l � :. `�-•_.. Ce+esmty� �'�.'rsersfkde )?ser•. F _. --.._'� , On: this #nth dAby of Zone, in the year one th*usand. Dina hm�dredV and 56; b@CO3M aa, NJ-Ulm Kinghen. a Nam. Public in and fofr said County c kiyerside, State of CMUffn ta&.a,. raaetdiag tom* '&Sly oommissseed end swmra, pereottal ly'appeared &- lbw .. pevveaAally km&Va to me to 'ber the person do-seribed in and whc• o new to Vibe& to am& who asewutod 1t1W within instru"Wt, and acknowledged to me that hw iw weioted bias some, frsszy au4 voluntarily, IN WMMSS wwoor,., hone haraunto not my hpnd and Official: Seal, at my offtaei in Hemet., in tbo sdi;d. L;oumW the day and year this Certificate first above eer3,tt+�. 1r111 iam Singhoo,, " Notary Public kin and for the county �(NMRIAL S,%%L) of Riverside, State of California, 1Leae4,PM for Record Zun 5.1 1936,. at 15 Yin past- 3 o'clock P. W. at request o f . V 9. Her saran. CbpU4 in. Book Iwo. 282 of Official Records, page 473 Records of 37 1..00 Jack A,. Room, Recorder, Geist x. r ervar d;. Compa:rer L.' Hyde. r•r;terra DOMMEM&MP y OWWMm"M G -ron =W f,/am t .00; raiikw:, ]WILT AM" raswal 3. a asMw! S w■a. tbo Tbovednoa'wm J ibed party 161" Der sa1mn+at er Property• does bmew, gam. to BNEMOM 11 sa tsookmltd th t reel property mutate in title "Mow or atem"P$dt, .ftmao or C7 urawo a, b lkboa as fa'I1em&: so" S, &,. S. MA o-, !In DIM*'w or Lam: Us No. &, es'sham by map as rWW i* book I pw 45 of moo, 2"02, rr or l 4o may, Californ.i.a. �!r Jw■sri.dbeeRieus tear• %WLs How& is UM tk4n %00.do. r ar heiirk we :ftr or MW, 3 WUY l9es'lw M *esftn• smote ericuLtrersda, Connor e[ 90oft WWM Was,. LOL3L . iba VMS so th ftw Of AWOL ta idrs'year me t&vreend n1 aw haaar" ?M rims&Y. bsAn� Emil* Kr lk. jawwwwown It nW to ad 16V ss14 con aty sot 9"to, PW*GWL1l i 004" ss, hn�m to!so to be than P&Twon deserlbe& 1* sad abose mow Ew i is OdwNw2bea 00" the�wd. .i—up-1 -ea4 aehmewtadoed that she. executed ,the some. wr I and Ytd>r:sjsrl''Sea1, tb�- day and year in this certificate first .., .. K. R. 1.1, Notary Pnblie In and for said jg gI;) County and State. Rea&eel for. Reraesada jhm 3, 1436, at,4 o'cloc$ P. H. at request of Rest k Be C am In B"k Ma. 20 of- 0 M7ciail Records. page 472 at seq, Records of Riversid6 Cam ,� Carl>tfae��3ar. Peen la.Op rank L. Rowe, Recorder, Compared: Copyt*t J. Ferrand; Composer L. Hyde. rS a NOTIC1, 01P LQGATION LDS A M d o•raw Q w ''{ :: (Sec. 1456, 1426a, 14E6b, C.G.Gal.) TO YM IT MLI C ffi:; Please take notion that: 11 Tbmt the name of thie claim is the Double Eagle Lode Dining claim. geld crIalm Is sdtuaa:ted In the~'"!iaatio Aiming %Xt¢*Ict., `C9=ty of Riverside, State of 0a11.f. Lasmted this h awy efC Upy. 1*36. This discovery is made and the ariSinal w4lao to posted this i4th day, of May, 1438 At., 'ghat. the uader*jgW.-leaatora aro oltizens of the United States or have deea8aseeat t rlr inter to become mush, and have dift6vered mineral bearing rook t in pleas th>a�een a and de locate and- claim same for mi:aing purposes. - M, That the, nunber 'of ,lian*r feet in length long the course of the vein eseaft wary from the point of discarexT thereon we have erected a monument, is N.Weaterly law, faes4. g.. R..9x 200• feet;, that the total lesept:h does not exceed 1500 feet. That the rri,t on. the S -rlyr• sloe Is 300 fast; that the width on. tbs. Woky side is 300 feat.; that the total-wpidth does ;not exceed AW feet, {that the and lines are parallel; that th ,4mmerarl aoGale of the vein or lode as near as may be, is is a A.M.erly and 3..R rly ieai; that the boundaries of this olaimmay be readily traced, and are lei nee follows, .tv--w7i t GCOMMIM at S. Zontsbr in a S. Rasterly direction from, the discovery- t; am fuss therolf titan ,'°t..'3.' Mesterl to S.W. corner thecae 1500 f" $ to N. W.acrp*r MaMvisn.nt then 6O0 .ft. N. Easterly to a.E.corner Asamost :.t1om 2M. ft. a, Mastorly to S. B. corner monument thence 300 ft. S. ■ootearly to pedat of beginaing. . t 4. ZM* the dete of thia location is the E4 day of May, 1936, 5. That thla d1alm eon be identified by its proximity to the following neawea& e444at or ant waussnt, to-wit; This erlaim is: located about 8} silos 3mthawl,T from warf 'x"M wall.. 'Ms notioe to lauded as an original uotlao of location and is posted as z . this edan aA a %raw air thereof is to be recorded with the County Recorder of tech Come". *%►s* —11 *U— A4..r —1— r..A r11 ..-4..— 1rAs—r .... _ -- •• - Z. Tii) .INDSN Nada t'-' s '•21s "d ••�. c..-.--_....r .. ' � Y of :Tiny;" 1.9 :36; ti'etwe.an v�DICT �. PBITfi e. :ngl:e man, the ty'^of :• es= first partacid` BN n,T NO-LAN XORDIN .h-4 a. moyher, _. the o ty f the se - -- -�-�; j o �o - ,•� ` i `T!i•a-t: the s,a1 party of the. -rlv� ti part., 'da4-s•V' these,presie�its �;iVS ! { Y .,_RAI T, CCI1.' _ Ar+T] ;-CO?7�T� unto the pa��y', of be Se a � -, part,. in!: e.e .'imple,: sll. t-^•at c rt`aF n" I�eal�,Pftpvr:ty .ktutate, Ying, as being i . the' County of: Riverside, State: f. C' I <.lorrie: lore -particula sty desCr bed as fellows': i �► `I ats;.tihteeo4(_3:), -fbcLt-.. (4')„ 'five ( .)", - an[1 six ( ' in l ,• �j �) B oc; . , of T as J C iscand bab o;',2;_.as_.shOwn- by mad.`0•' file ineok.15, Psf 5 of Ma' iyafs de bx?4y:�'Cali" 'ornla.. Ii 1 Vp8; recgrds of gather w;lt ' all 'and si B %enta,. 'he re and .appur-.. .:pu 417:ar. t e t`eA _ tenanc 's t drGa taelrYp 'fng, cvr inadyw.�s Ppertaini and. t vsrsion•a i. rearerb one. ,pmainde:r, 'and remainders" refits': issue attl'. hee<of. �k ,� A profits 'C� .IHAYE,.ANb' TQ #CLD all-�a nd` -s in j lar .th � , g e:.'said'prernises,f.together. with th,e akpurt neap s., 'gnt8 the .said., party a �° tha se .ond 1 part, =1n:Tae' sum le f t M ,' sss fi'F0REOF; arty a•f the firs t part has h re'u4tb set ii s •h nd } - •Ben.e ict Frei .h Rene ic-t id� •F7r th TA-c; CA rFORNI.A 1 ..' w'.. • . + 'unt of. ,» Qn this 818"t- da f.: ; Y'°'o T'uly, fore'.me", ^fC.l'.Mc.7pa 'i�fitar? Pablic ,r in ,auid fcr I'd id L:oc tyf of Septa C19r resicl t ereir�f;`., g , 1u1y co : issiot� d. and swam., kersa=: 11Y Pp•es ed, BMDICT F.RE,I'TH., a .sin .. . Bl raan, know t.4,me to. be the pe:rsan wriasa. j+ :name: is sub cribed t�' LhP .for go in inat ume t and !x*e sdsnowledge'd to' me that �7e. elxe cu. d .t i NT rgSS 1:� 4 and..an4. Official Sea a K:R' McDougall. I•. IXTARIAL SKAL9 vat •ry Pu.bZii; in and fnr tk•jo Cp ty an ta._:Claz-a, .State 'of "GEt'1;iPc�k°ni �. .. ,; . . ,_: ..: � - I', - _' �°�•,:,tom.' - "' ±: .e.Ce?i'ried _for,. zfeonrd Feb,l 194;0 at'4 `o;dioc•k p;.: at Aejuest.^of.Kenneth -.. R WcDo. 11: _ . '.ed.."in .p! .' :..;�0 44'� of Offici 1 h. .cor s I , P88e : .41, coirdA'a f Rivers ide ; C.oun'ty.; •Cali. kill ees_ r1.'.00 I Jack r►.• *,gat ' 4 9s, Record 1 RSr A ene t', Deha R(iborder.. . ,.gmpar-eil: Copyil�t L.Hyde.; Cou; arer-H:.Jans's.� c.� • 4 . A.U.SHI AliI 1 , VM. W. All KRIEGER d I MVLgMbl.CA4r/4r MPA - mAll ''_ 1y •y Alma m far.,Z%0011EOA! L4 7 8 I; FM THE SUPERIOR COURT OF 7m STATE OF ClLLWOMA Ii 9 II IN AND 11+ K THE COUNTY OF RivERSIDE 10 ---- ,I 11 5 In Cale Matter or the Satebe of IEQ. 137(a6 12 i� E:'.TLY �t)Tt JORDAN. ) on= Att4!'.oR1 1w; Lx :,:%C i 13 Deeeasedc ) RCITS Mgr OP FRt!3T ?R.'PaNr 14 ) la 16 'Phs petition of Richard Priet h, nor UMOu aor ok the Will 17 of Exily. Holes Jw6salp do"ased, for authority to r:orrow i l Aisy 1t3 I' r-md to execute a-Deec of Trust# Masora. Beat, 6e Xri_ ;nor 19 I!1 apfraring as attorneys for said petitioner, corm.; on reK, .larly e. 20: to be heard this l&th day of JaxlttW7a].5!�2, the Cuurt, attar 21 axuusite!-nr' the petition'and hearing the eviderme, finds t'aat due 22 nocine of t-.e lmarlik- of such -)at:.ition lies bees ,.iven es re.1,t red 23 b;; Im, that all the allegations of�asid -letition are tras uza 24 Ii ;grit it is i'or the advfMtsge or said estate to barrow L.1it suer I 25 not forth in said ±>etition, to aMeoute o note evideno?nJ the au= no borrowed, and to 6"Cute U-0 deed o_ trust referred t:o in i 27 stiaiti aartit:tcrn, to sea:kre the same, 281 I't IS .iT-s+o- FiE ORPXit-LD by 'ilil: COURT that raid Rtehard I 29 ; Prieth, as Rzeautor of the Will of said decedent.,be and he is heraby outhorited, *ixpowered and directed to borrow tine s41a or ;31 i 91,F;hteen Tho:asasard.Pollorm (w18000000o)1, ono to exeeute a pro,ia"_ i 32 I sort' note therefor, and a deed .,,3 trust, lia the I;sizal torn used 1 by Batik of Aawrica national 'Crust and SOVI.I. a As.nooiution, can- 2 " twining; Vie usual and customer• obliAatluna unan ttio the properly` 8 ` hnreiniarter described, to aecaro nayment :,f ssitl note r.`_inh le 4 to be eleyable In montinly inE tallments of 4236.55 inC;I- $.r4- ir,to at: Lhe rlbLe of 01.x per oent 61- � � ) pe1'r snts.taa, ever a rwr,iu.t a! K ye�aa°a, 7 The -n-nerty to be daser.ibed to rrld covered by said diked H of trait is in Lhe Cciint'v Of HiV0r!Ade, St—ate of t:rrl 9 is desarSbod 04 fol.'gwas 74 W, 4e 00 oa&,� by smr(d as l'f1r in u. c w;_s ■ e t� SJ aP e� ""or" ut 3lvei pL � 1 mr ltitJ• t q S Z a. 14 Al i s +w pmwlF4� $ iR aa44 1�-�MMl� tY *Nato 14JU to it 41 it t IP YT'gS W u sl M I •4A"UM NAM tW WYNN~ . MNsrOd ,ter A .. .. g a •r F o w Triq�rt� a� • � ®a r as tl)e� °' $+Yml. r(�M7ir#w{ ix,...,,ra ..� a •�eMrtA! f� e `C ! F..a .H' w...ne srA M•+aR may!"" • 6w 1�rN sM�+ +M+'�w1rM leem 1 aM F- t aMa+ ,�is-1B Rao 1��Mwir fir^ ,r w�+s1 +�+ t4Yr 1 +ewW a,•..� +�srsavnA b.:+ r.P'o tiwdM '4wt- jl�b. ? 7� a PVMe^ws�ta ke i.bor �qr� .r b s V :t%AAA K M*tt 4' i MAN** ItA lkW&1, rat AI A ltA%lia-0 "K K r*t` Mtt n l lAmaw � S a a.�Wl /Iw .y+.,.Awwp A.otwow Mla ss k!1 Oftsm#to #m f !" �'4 rlSw1• » . . 'cwr.'r�e✓.. �.aas m vK#a+e/V�dii { ► .n.�i.si � � •''k`�.•'.;��►p" �a. �.,. ' 41,111E WA7'iA�At/1p wA11Rc:w %Ask r A/ )o l As r1�Ww. 41�- w w `' rs�•.tiy An .- trYF 1 �/ a ..�- A¢.+.r^�y�. '.. 3 p� 4"•f' •...ro. r pg m.,.. ■ ,,..b'.'�§CAS �f'1RaG t� m4M0•�.•'6%a R4,�a�.� �, ' et�..r a m • r 4 4 � '. '� awl M�•�s.,w aaq%f NA i T 1�1�Llmmar .m ec.. e6a «-. A� i mow. f IT R KMWVt 2 •ev�.r rwaaMw ` AIYG.:9�CK.CA4lOINNA � 1'rlt/I�CNr M� �? _ '•�� 3 4a t � 7 f 8 JN rM SUPWOR COURT OF THE STATE Cf CAL.>lK7RMA i 9 IN AND PCII THE t:L7t:fl� ry of RIVERS 10 ...� .,.� 11 IN► i ae moth / of. am moft4a ot mot 13M 12 1Ma DDLAX OR= MMIUM »uMb Avow= 1 OF WSW4L 1-4 15 16 or DOW %go4-aW*N*.iolli Q~ ! 17 a A Mxamrlrt d *Lsft'VjdMbW 1wwdo i be, it1Mrd db#!i rewow* l sm dwt* 22 bwr R�t�8 b► x p►i s sus IwNi I< 1rI� be,= .13 a>y Ki' ► M 1 `'tit i ark s an ot 9*" i 24 w d.usm we wwo 16" ou an lIdn"14 ww40 25 sawMs all POWA OIAtY P>Irr Wr ly "A �MIma wome U�* 11Ir" ' oft dutwowb&m 27 ordodod28 aIr I 1! xs �Rr� pAt f 29 oars wass Lee 004" 60 Own d as voqaumo 30 31 hold . II : ' A i the Mot& at aumk* a ON a 34ft Vfw ku 1 t �ar+alare alo s � ► ell t : go '" 44 3 �3 Umt *odd, oWi al om � F " .. ,.` i? u`0 12 f. � U � iWM � i +idle , no stuawaWAs 'Aw,tie, sm at'#3*W*54 14 Lobe 15 ,� 1fo. � � is Napo* mosoodo me471 wAwbo In aw till► m! juven4d"v a"to �ifRpr 1 �1111R: now 19 R I _ 20 Zl ° �- filloft �� a" 22 Mk 3 24 25 27 ' {4 26 28 ;OF eirl� - AND a 30 3ft ----EPA 33 a 104. n_4 IL ^V Y 1 j No 3212 ')uaciaim, Weed By this Instrument dsPed2�0 —. for a valusblrs tvns�rralry.. l fr on kr-ehy REMISE, RELEASE AND FOPEVER QUITCUIN 70 STAXXr It. rm, mr h**d wd, 4w btn Milo "a sespa&60 P49"*, ---------- -�. The fallowinj desuriberf Real Property in this State of C,Alifomis, Covwey of-� BL v b _I I Y 3, la, it.sue is 'L+a %wk 74 TAN xwmmo I!#a!! No, 2, aft ftoft by Mep sm IMIs In IS fwgm Z3 ` ur y4wo, Room& er 2&"Z l%b detywtr, dKo 1feoled.s, i( f Sa.1wT lox 1. 0EVAI al =4 spook , Uwe ter ueiw ll,l wNa doer XM'R, pKrable W&W46►r, 19%. - 2. framatlow, r*pblaumwd "ser•e#+tws, smee m6e,, f easemimta, righte sled rigk+iPo of vw V'smewt,. 1 1 I This doed 3s &iLvm for t* w1a wad +r!>:Wteao pupemkot et 9=ftft *kale to rnlgawr betvtn sa him Pam►.. tam mopwato preprRriy. 3 i �COUNTY CIF Un MA rch 29, 1954 YS„ undcmgrn#u' a N.iav puk'i -'+ ..-A k • _.;Courr.v j"x $PACK Itmo w root web bL� .� I jti!ar�i•S156Riily 3Ppa.Ya;9 m P inOwn to tY.B to ill PI'.S!b4-A71 wlwia✓ I xuF•w:rib.d to rwi within i,,trraww t ,4, arld xkrroaal.ak'd to am ?E } ITUSI 'ijP, ��d Netery �-6' d, ud�na..1r s-d =s e sil2 SF7Ef Rf•.=;1°GtiJG• Ni.AL TO - o• No 3212--a'�ydd6 �Irlirit J�rPc� .�'r.� t•� a `���� Affix l 1 thrc ,nstrumcnt dared_._ March 291 2 ,for a valuable eonsrd0r4ir0n, IRS RIC'EIM 1. Ply, *11MIAW t •Is• as Ric P*1e1h, =d Emily Powys Cobb and benediei It liatrh I hereby 0ZANT BvMW _. VMS, to a EA"Em, as me VAU it 89PWIft Pr*Pw*aw I� �K The f..;H wrny^ des-cribed Real Property in the State of California, County ofr...Met" �.- i ve ftVal'A& Cane, Cam. ��,� ;yr:„,:._ q- •� . - 3WMT Mt. 1. Md sp�iu �xener tie i'i� YAW1046ji-�4t �vwdsar,.1 x, ?. Cawliti"W, x�trlotrl"sp ree>ts�rttlMSS# ii atir w ea r rlgkbwmd rftMis at w4 at seento �?r STAT, OF LALWORMA y C.:UUNTY OF O., A U 33, 19% Wore me. thr rr•dr.sgnecl, a Nr.sary Prrblre in and for card County and Sp t: BELOW Olt ppDEAS iJS� 1X�tY .... Sta•a,personally appeared 210bord MOW -•� 12 1 known:4 me to be the person whom name r.tohe:ramd rG thi within rno w w"t, and acknowledged to me i that' ..he-...executed the fiI1N. x WCFk ,ilhand"'Official Seal, • - at w ntAryrPuolie In and Iur $aid Cooing and W4f*. STATE or C/U&'MIA A COLT M.OF SL � fbTA'(fr WP on l9-• bef. .►r--- [D T1Tb9 •UARAMTT •-� ■ Nam Pwak is and fa:aid a way mad Stash P- ��g�, •„`.� elly appa" .... -+ � is ti knmya to ma tR be the p•rmw whoia Maine b Ialtiae+lbi'J1 to tlt�r�tpl�e r ii�ty� Atwar+•,-iwiPaa'• ram... now a .��to-• .....a.Wk ws"aw lc...ofl4rra�-llta�it�M*1►�e�luutAr!� r A�wulprla�hs ai. datreto as prinaCptifrr�.-.::.att��ea+it,raw as Alltrtur _ ij i _-ho f am%d on 01, V1TMM fiats hamil mal 4Tdicdal atA •. Mart YrYlrc t� My CADMISM100. Wla. 164 Aak,Aft.i1 Aim -•��SPACE AoaVC THIS 41NE Fof- RE!_QROC.R'S USE. � C'cs tiC San �,"S ��. (° Y- ��2nr✓`► PLACE INTERNAL REVENUE STAMPS IN 1H15 SPACE } j - NO C'inRt ar-R rGrant Deed _ ' •�`� THIS FOAM IURNISNSO BY TITLE INSURANCE AND TRUST COMPANY R 1`411 A VALl:MILE.CONSIMNATIO,%. rn•eipt of which i. hrrrlo% atrknl•N! pep, P STANLEY it. Pox, a married man, . GRA\'I'to .do eg hereby ! CARY GRANT, a married roan, as his sole and ^'—'--�—I separate property., the real property in the county of Riverside _ state cf California,describer'as: 1 Lots 3 4, 5 and 6 in Block B, Las Hacenditas A. Tract No. �, as shown by Map on file in Book 15 page 55 of Yaps, Records of Riverside County, s California. $ SUBJECT TO any and all conditions, restrictions, reservations, covenants, easements, rights, rights of way and taxes. 1 � tv V CA 141r..1: April 27. 1954 - ........ f` —a ............................... ...... -..-..........-....,...........-.-. 3 n ...................----...... .............._............ ...- -- %T.ATF:OF 1'AI.IFoRNI-i ` SPACE BELOW FOR RECORDWS USE ONLY cm vri, or Los Angeles I' April 27, 19514 i.r L•re In,. N..tarr 1'ul.11c u. g A..1 l..r ..nl r..unlr an.l�1ar.p r•..nallr vppratr.l � f � S CA'�L"sY L. IFOX or s .r i..r- ,./..mr 1..IM Ihr rr.Ir•ry rll•••r.A..1r is y--' \ J •"lay •nl...rd.r.l t..Ih. .'I,-n.n.nomrnl Ana r I he nlr.l the..mr w S t. �• Itll'.f.��mr L�n.l.ud.•Ih.l.l.rd ? d I r W #-� - i Iv d a f J a r+r, a►ACfC ARONR THIS UN[FOR R[CORDIEN'a Ua[ QUIT dw f'�e5"1'� 7fta�Kf� Ga.�,► PLACE I:MNAL RVA"U Z STAMP-9 IN THIS WAd.'= TO Cw�a� G►Iz�w-r '_im MW.C)'r Quitclaim Deed :30 •""'t'� TNI/nM"IFUMUSPIAil AY TITLa IN\UAANCA AND MUOT COMPAMY FOR A VALUABLE CONSIDERATION,receipt of whir&is hereby admootdo Ei, BETSY DRAMS GRANT, a married women, !� T----�-- .4068 bandy REMISE, RELEASE AND FOREVER CARY GRANT, her husband, els his sole and i .4 separate property, t the real property in the cetmty of Riverside, state.of Califrim: ,described as: Lots 5, 40 5 and B in Blook b LAS hACENDITAS 1 TRACT No. 2, as shuwn by Map on file in Book 15 page 55 of Maps, Aseords of Riveralds County, California. of I This dead is given for the sole and express purpose of cb : vesting title to Grantee herein as his aol'ell and separate property. tss Dated-MIL 7. 195A................ t`'f /� 'IY' !rt..«_..._...�` �T.Zvi ' Ir .........,.........»-..............»..._....................................... ....._._.__ STATE;OF(:A1AF0..N1A � ahACC rNKLOW FOR RKCDR=fr* @ei DNL.Y r I OtAllY o 4�V ... Lis An alas .:a.: :.r..e:',. 1 ........ ...... ..................................... :• h Say. 7 .1954. ........................ ,AOM mom, Ow flit 4 r.lpncd. ■ rotor) P"41 t its 4 4 ."A hr •gad C-unly gulf Mate. prremtally gpprltr.d x n C 1p� n G ►r..•rn In no la hr the p.•rM s, whnv n.rnr• �.� .... � j��.,� ��� V •ul•.'rEl.r•11.r It.,M,thin rn•lrurnrnt •u•1 rokrou.l.•.1etn11hlt .. PRShe rar.nb I❑n-+.111 . M MIA— "t iwr.l 4nr,.•Rrit:.r.l. W 1 A ♦ 1 r V ittircattattta teaaurarto err A . V• AND WN[N attcnsosc NAIL THIa Mo Atro.Wttlaa � OT140MBB MOWN ee1AW.MAILTAIt aTAV9W1D a Tel wwsCHr• &Mrs. Louie W.galdvin I Q ` 928 Avenida ]saunas A palm Springs, Calif. 92262 r 'ndr Order Na--. Lrrrew��..�6 111hr ePx+aor Raew�r'a 111e Or Vie+ .. ....0 —emapnted 4 rivetoItl�... 1 hse foes t' • � vNGIDtaI6N19D onAsfz+�ti�f,� AhRE(.f. • VOCOMWANY ti aAl9 M 14.M_;A-.w.a'99..00 13 mesasA w iR .>olt Id « K r*W or eaebrrt.Wee reeeswot ae am of 02%Wail FOR A VALUABLE CONSIDERATION,receipRof which is hereby acknowledged, CARP GRANT, as his sole sad separate property hereby GF.&VT(S) to LOUIS W. BAL1UM and GLMTA BALMN, husband and wife as Joint Tenants the following dewribed reel property in the City of Falm Springs CF)ILLl &tvtv'� , county of Riverside .strafe of Cal larafat 4 Lots 9, 4, S and 6, Block "B", LAS NACMITAS TBACt No. 2, as per map recorded to Book 15, Page 55 of Maps, in the office of the County Recorder of said County. Lemis sAkIwtv%- •. SUBJECT TO: 1. All general and special taxes for the fiscal year 1972-1973, a lien S eer "t� not yet payable. 2. Covenants, conditions; restrictions, reservations, rigbte, right* of way and eaaameats.of record. patcd .3ggtember 12, 1972 X 0 STATE Or CAIalrORP" Casy'arsat CUUNTY OF--I ss I1eu�p�q� m.,t►o wtdm. -- , — d�°d j Gis GraMiak d fer wia Gmry w1a B+ue.pmrwelh e.. �.-i known to me I "n _•.'c to be the M �rhore no .�nbecribed tothewithin t]iFldAL — insuament led UA the swimCA of L03 ANn m. - - NAM, [Typed et Feint 1:..t.ry Public IX end for"Id Ceuntr Saew (sue Am sw O&W saWW 00) ;3 MAIL TAX iTA1'PAfr1PrB lU PAAT!t,TtOWN TO1].D�IVIMO] 'tZfi 1P W rA>krY 0INO'N�KlYA�.AS DDRIGTLO ItRDT'lt r one street Addnu ow k MM Description:Riverside,CA Document-Year.DocID 1972.145804 Page: 1 or 2 Order. 1423 Comment: SPATE OF CALIFORNIA • COUNTY OP LOB ANGSLSB } ` ■ September 12. 197� *M T1 Oe f wJcraipad,a Natar7 P+hl"ie In and!aT add state pmas*117 appeared- r j — x 4 to be llr person rhwa name i•8 at&.Aa C m the within lost aeknerlodkad As �lt 0 OF�bCMk BlA� � , L .accoted the wan 0Ifara�av' i . WITYFSS of odRclal �`NOTANr T'detlCnTW�,I/M�O�NNIA } /ll/Np/YlL OFiiC[IN lij siptn LM AMMLEa CCUNTT CARRIE OKAZAKI UY eamglMM Who lone 2k U75 ! i f �laa.e(T7ped ei Prmt.d) �— (Thu...r...t....,a.ru � :.M . ! 1: Description: Riverside,CA Document Year DocID 1972 145804 Page:2 of 2 Order: 1423 Comment: �� �:, ._ .: �__ _. �.-- AA r� O - Na COR `.� tkRcvTldTea;a waoutessxo w F �' cc �WpOnW atr]IITTTrO aw AND YTNtsH MaCORpYO teA14 ma oeao wN0.Ysaaar OTOC"Ie=AMQW"111AAW.MML TAR ArTATLMWTS TO. Namar Mr. & Ftra. Frank Zane -I Ad. P.O. Box 2031 AOa�ho Palm Springs, CA 42243 �� �_ t � !� � or l C ti 19rfe Order Ne..4fl5. 1Q._ E.-No..32ME11P- This spoor for Rseerders use Grant Deed J'�". ��'• �qg� Tk4a 50-\tIvilos THE uNDEa51CNED GRANTOR(s) DECLARE(s) ocicUMENrAIY TmNSy@a it TAX p_046.80 G -nioarpurtaN arais Parcel No. ll composed an full value of properly Taaveyrd,or ❑computed we fall velw lei, vaiur of lies or rnnwa!xsaces tenatninp at ume of wit. and FOR A VALUABLE CONSIDERATION,receipt of which is hereby acknowledged. -(LAt"Le-c— Louis W. Baldwin and Gloria Baldwin. Husband and Wife as Joint Tenants hereby GRANTIS) to Frank Zane and Christine Zane. Husband and Wife as Joint Tenants she following described veal property in the c Unly of Riverside ,state of California: Lots 3. 4, 5, and b in Block B, Las Hacenditas Tract No. 2, in the City of Palm Springs, County of Riverside, State of California, as per trap recorded in Book 15. Page 55 of Napa. in the Office of the County Recorder .. of said County. 1 i iloled :�JB"uarl a Louis W. Baldwin ' FCALTPORNIA OF Riverside }SS. // ji ' 3r day of Peb� .in the year before me.the undersigned,*Nalatr rvoa.i.. oxia Baldwin County and$tnto.persompy appeared s W. Baldwin** ;., Ms{t6Ur eroved to tse on the be y beets of aetwket • �u.£�•�eeb the to be the plrtOm whoa Mma plt L SQL i n aYa:eribad to the within taTuumant and MELVENA G.SOME "'kknlYrfedzed that - be extra" the NOtARrpUWC_ i 1 nma.: Mycwan eawatN �FVMeM •` Shnnuffe Melvena G. Schaeferi Hume(Type,s fYlpunt FOR NOTARY SEAL OR STAMP - - Nayry,puelk In and Tot Tak County and Sute i MArr.TAX aTAT[MENTS TO PAITY SHOvyN ON yoDr�.OW1HO LfNlf;TY NO PARTY sO SHOWN,biAly.As T]TTtHC7'I3D ASOVH Name suers Address Clq a aspic Description:Riverside,CA Document-Year.DociD 1988.35855 Page: 1 of 2 Order.- 1423 Comment: V ..-__.. �• STATE OF CALI rinor . erside cprt tea e - t On .- February $, 1988 berere me.lM WW _ Gloria Baldwin Orapned a Noeery Puaeo to erw for ��� pid State.phsandN appealed_ Mdd b a+�ihFl proves to and on the bags ofeabs- •w,n ti 100oryomencetbbethepemon,g)whosenVWm)lsgtesy6. 4F i(;; •., - "Oroad to she wpron instrument and acknowt ed114d to Mae that NOTArry g helehenhey executed the same. ftiVE,aiYr rOW - hb:.C.dsarrweeajfp t9 tqq: .WITNESS my handsM eHjpieleea4 a 8�pneture— . (Me weL tdr oHi cal notaries#&,4 i jou so x n;s c M x ffiL�i rn — - 1 ! la! sum sr 0 Z I + sxrt z I ,n Uzi m o u o �! 7, €j O At IC S i aft At Description:Riverside,CA Document-Year DoclD 1988.35855 Page_ 2 of 2 110 OrdOrder: 1423 Comment: "ECONDINO REQUESTED BY JEANINE JACOBS GOLDBEPG , t AND WHEN RECORDED MAIL TO y Nrmr 1 - y Fronk Zane 920 Avenida Palmas -' Paim Springs, CA 92262 ` State°i L J MAIL TAX STATEMENTS TO r Same as above St"M 111 Add"= - m L J rc� r ,EsAN~B Fills LINE FOR RECORDER'S USE. .— CAT.NO.NNOQ6S0 In Widuat-�71 ez, ,.` !* } TO 1922 CA 12--M) THIS FOAM FU NISHE1Te-.�NBb11jTi '1 1/UIItRi The undersigned grantor(s)declare(s): This conareyanee trannfers the OrOpij q Documentary,transfer:mz is$ -D- from jo p:t tenancy to ec asunity pr ( ) computed on full value of p catn►tyad,or ( ) computed on full value less ere of liens and encumbrances remaining at time of sale. m ( ) ` ( ) Unoarporated,.area: tray of FOR A VALUABLE CONSIDERATION,receipt of which is hereby acknowler!ged, FRANK ZANE AND CHRISTINE ZANE, HUSBAND AND WIFE, AS JOINT TENANTS, hereby REMISES,RELEASES AND QUITCLAIMS to Y �: .M . FRANK ZANE AND CHRISTINE ZANE. HUSBAND AND WIFE, AS COMMUNITY PROPERTY, the fbllowin described real property m the 8 P PAY� County of RIVERSIDE ,State of California; LOTS 3, 4, 5 AND 6 IN BLOCK B OF LAS HACENDITAS' TRACT NO. 2 AS SHOW BY NAi RECORDED IN BOOK 15, PAGR 55 OF MAPS, RSC016S `OF RIVERSIDE C61JM, s CALIFORNIA A4;. A. batted: October 11. 1991 - s. a.' SUM yam,CA _ �i 117 {" - rw R T , e I pECORp'4OgEQUESTE09Y �l ( REunPEptr0RRECOR❑ AT000O'CLOCK Frank l. Christine Zane ANDWI*N rteconNOVAl Ia MAY 2 u 1996 1`1'lt.. 1 Frank a Christine mane Kert Stleele :.. :, TYws I" P, o. Box 1577 cq Idyllwild, CA 92549 �7 L SPACE A80VE THIS LINE FOR RECORDERS USE Trust Transfer Deed r(ZAAle— nt,a 1Yrw sum film Illy rms,"AIl vactlim flEW= r•, c (eaoluded Iron paWrataal Under Propoflltton 13 Le.,Calf.Conat.Art 13A t 1 e Grant NNWdt.900 c tku S n The un Srsgoo G amg)TAN FOs�TMo IS a N;oRperturr that the following is true entl Corm' T rw%; Documentary hansler tax IS fi •_ t [2 Computed on full value Of property conveyed.or_: Computed on tint vewe teas vak,e of bane and encumbrances remaining ,�tv`. O At sing of sale or transfer Cr 1t�C ro an Is no Doe mento-vi van or tat due !stale reason d qwe Code I or ordinance numtwfl and (UI(j L, 1�7 w 0 Unini orporatod eras: iX City o1 P-4- leas Ihavel checuad me appticabie "�I This is a Trust Trans under a82 of the Revenue and.Taxation Code and Grantortsl I exctuaxm Transfer to a revocable oust r] Transfo,to a stwn•term trust not exceoong 12 years with trusldr holding the revetiion. 0 Transfer a a I11151 whets the butHor or the"Star s Spouse is the Sole benalicnary, p G' Change of Irustae ItoldiAg oda: Transfer horn trust to Irustur Of InJilcir s epause Whrrre P' r transler l0 trust was excluded from reappransai and for a ValUaOle co"Stdaratlon.recapq of wruch Is acknowledged µ _...-.._. .. U gther_ __ k'RANK ZANE and CHRISTINE PANE, Husband and '3ifc, as a 01%ANTOR(S): community PtOP6xty to hwepyQRANT(S)toFRANK ZANE and CERSTINE ZANE, Trustcfps o£ the ZANE REVOCABLE under instrument dated May 19, 1996 the following diatiorlbedraalpropanylnthe City of palm Spd:ill9s County of Riverside- ,State ofcIlnfomta: (Gee Exhibit "A" attached herc--to and jl,Vorpora:e here1A.,L 10 Dated F 91j 7�AN9 State of CatRornie ` ZA County CtjRI P On _S:iNd? Grenlclr-Tnnaierbr(s) • before ma. personalty appeared _. ..-FRANK J&gR.s7C.;1_4HltA!j7,;AL - personally known tome for proved tome On the basis of sauilaclory evidence)10 09 me PersOW4 wnoSe namel5l i5 d!""uscrloc to the within inSXU�t4ntend oct,nowied6Jed:ome that he she they executed the same in his nor their authorized capaC4Yhes1,l dMill the by his het their s+gnaturefs)Ili the instrument the Persontsl,Or the enety upon fARV instrument a�NA* pam6Mo.0ria=I1 f#1aleyAtift-020a e WITNESS m hand and ofhCiAl Seat 9fiver Carrrr FnaG7n,er reb 9e.= $idnatUre D....� �i� �� r%-.A.Ia,u,.r, TIUe Order No. .�=ruw,Loan or Attorney FIIs N Q... MAIL TAX P, u- Box ;?oil Ii1in}..;l,riny::, <'A STATEMENTS TO Rank Zane NAM! w:lntd�ti description:Riverside,CA Document-Year.DOCID 1996.194789 Page: 1 of 2 rder.• 1423 Comment: Exhibit "A" Lois 3, 4, 5, and 6 in Htock P, Laa itacend.itas Tract No. at's 2, in the City of Palm S-prings, County of Rive rgide, State of California, as per mete recorded in Book 15, Page 55 of Maps, in the Office of the County Recorder of said' County. } F i Description: Riverside,CA Document-Year.DoclD 1996.194789 Page: 2 of 2 Drder: 1423 Comment. 1 .I I -- =c M1tMFu By r t -- A n EMI r-�LFn 420�38 AM WHEN REODRDED MAIL.TO JANE COVIX8 SMIT$ jPIEWD FOR REOM 928 NO7MT1;AVMUDA PALMM AT 8M AM VALM SPRn=S, CA. 92264 PAIo SEP 30 1998 a � �JihZVE�UfSTCQAY Doc.TramwT= MUM R.c,.O. � L. ppEL;r1f RATIGNAL TITLE INWANCE J Rir Co.11e001dw t�aaaMar iscrer t+o. a�aasose -rn �� � ��AeeVt TM urE lash t�eCi0�09N rse j �� . GRANT DEED Arnazaer••Pared tb, T 507-164-001 NH L>tGeVEn dI1/L1vrtD�p�]ARB(S) Fl1,IV� Tex>3 5993.00 (R, �� ( �C1C►rG. oW�.�S ® Ayer PALM SPltim ® mmpofedeetbsrdlwlueardtcloteaenrpaope�jaaaw7eNeris a V © ar pebed ,,ne FOR A VA UARiF QONSIdE1tA110N,rooeFptaFwhieh baebyaelmow>ed�ed, y , S7A�� � F XM ZAW'6 AIW MISTIRS 8AMM, T2DSTZM OF TM LANs RSVOLXWZ TRtMT>RM INSTU0jMMT t nAT80 MAX19, 1996. �....,,.y I�RoM bcmby GRANC($) W aAN8 COWLU MUM • A WDOW ;•e We gdeaart'xdoralpropagiva= City of PALM SpRxtM A CQUOY ( RIVFRSIDZ .$IateOCCeldOrni4 !i LOTS 3,4,5 AND 6 rN SI.00JC it. LAS HACMIDITAS T210V NO. 3, IN TSB gay OF PALM SPRIMT[7S, 17 $p COMM OF RSYSRSI=, STAT$ OF CAUVORNIA, AS pM MAY RBO� ffi 8001C 19, PAdB $5 OF hi ,R MAPS. RSCOMM OF kTV=S= comm. ^E jti �•`\ Dated July is, i99e STATE 0 u1 N. GL - i � on ) S Oawtgand ab r bekbeme. / HwbGefn raregl pasarq�ygV-0 q % .� r �' /�-f!(�L14 Cffitt TIM Zhwx. TR T5F PAS aaorm m me lot Pmvad to me ew Ow boa of ratidbobuy ertdabe)b bb oft P—W rYhaee—W Wm a ftldfw ad to ow N whhm bnVlraeatSad S*W*WdRad b"W OM h%WW/ftV at6Mftd the E shim in bM ►/ter Whadaad 0gpSc4*Q:no tad pY Me/hat/M*_ DAWN U. f AUM N"t ASIA ., t�P°"beheltof Px�-� w�ew low. M sow MMM a6K 00 VAMPMTO PAMaY SHOWN OM FOUDIMM UNF W MAD PAFgy SO SHOWK MAIL AS OugWrm pDOW IIt�- Na"r Sbeet Ad*M N Description:Riverside,CA Document-Year.DoclD 1998.420138 Page: 1 of 1 799 Drder: 1423 Comment: HOC RECORDING REQUESTED BY Rite nrd ► Offi:b.t.el i .1di d$ - AND WHEN RECORDED MAIL TO: counOjt of 041r49r 04 BEST BEST& KRIEGER LLP Attn: Brian M. Lewis P. O. Box 13650 Palm Desert, CA 92255 8 R U PAW. S12E �A" a�'x QN DOPY I M A r_ 405 426 t'G Y, frQR S1Mt1 1AU QVIN 811 ey, THE UNDERSIGNED GRANTOR DECLARES: SOH a.., e.ow v e-s Sty'S't bocumentary Transfer Tax is S-0- .���� .r-� Computed on the full value of the interest or property conveyed,or is Computed on the full value less the value of liens or encumbrances remaining thereon at the time of sale. xx This conveyance transfers the Transferors'interest into his or her revocable living trust,R&T 11930 COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 928 N.AVENIDA PALMAS, PALM SPRINGS, CA 92262 ASSESSOR'S PARCEL NO. 507-164-001 NOW THEREFORE, JANE COWLES SMITH, "Transferor," hereby quitclaims to JANE COWLES SMITH, Trustee of The Jane Cowles Smith Family Trust dated November 11, 1999, "Transferee," that certain real property located in the County of Riverside, State of California, more particularly described as follows: LOTS 3, 4, 5 AND 6 IN BLOCK B, LAS HACENIDITAS TRACT NO. 2, IN THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, COUNTY OF RIVERSIDE, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, AS PER MAP RECORDED IN BOOK 15, PAGE 55 OF MAPS, RECORDS OF RIVERSIDE COUNTY. Dated: T L�-s c Cey T�) 2006 � 1 J E COWLES SMITH Mail Tax Statements to: Jane Cowles Smith, Trustee T'y%usC-- Daniel Izv7x , CPA 1 tmting't=on Quadangle, Ste 3502 Melville, NY 11747 RMBUMDELLIM278086.1 Description: Riverside,CA Document-Year.DocID 2006.942812 Page: 1 of Order." 1423 Comment: 115 STATE.OF CALIFORNIA ) **OPTIONAL SECTION . -. )ss COUNTY OF RIVERSIDE ) CAPACITY CLAIMED BY SIGNER Though statute does not require the Notary•to fill In the data below,doing On 2006, before me, a so may prove invaluable to persons Xb ic, personally appeared JANE COWLES SMITH [Iperson y known to me relying an the document. Rproved to me an the basis of satisfactory evidence to be the person whose [IINDlvIouAL(s) subscribed to the within instrument and acknowledged to me that she executed the same in her authorized capacity, and that by her signature on the [I CORPORATE OFFICER(S) instrument.the person, or the entity upon behalf of which the person acted, executed T(TLE(S) the instrument. ©PARTNERS ❑LIMITED WITNESS my hand and official seal. []GENERAL © ATTORNEY-IN-FACT MARIAM*MERRILL © TRUSTEE(S) CvmmbOon a i525l2(b ❑ GUARDIANICONSERVATOR Notary PuCllc -Ct7Morrlio LAa Angeles C4xttY ❑ OTHER: MI N0vj2,= SIGNATURE OF NOTARY yConSIGNER IS REPRESENTING: NAME OF PERSON(S)OR ENTrry(Ies) "OPTIONAL BEcinoN" THIS CERTIFICATE MUST SE ATTACHED TO THE DOCUMENT DESCRIBED AT RIGHT: Title or Type of Document Number of Pages —4ough the data requested here is not required by law,it could prevent fraudulent reattachment of this form. Date of Document Signer(s)Other Then Named Above 4 RMBUSIDELLIM278 3b.1 h ' III II I I��I l2 22 sqs oat 99n I l 111111 Illllll IIII IIIIII�i�IIIUI i�l�li�I Description: Riverside,CA Dac6�nt-Year.Doc1D 2006.942812 Page:2 of 2 Order. 1423 Comment: CITY OF PALM SPRINGS PUBLIC HEARING NOTIFICATION _ r jp•~ q��raaa�� CITY CLERK'S DEPARTMENT Meeting Date: January 19, 2011 Subject: CARY GRANT HOUSE HSPB 75 — 928 NORTH AVENIDA PALMAS AFFIDAVIT OF MAILING I, Kathie Hart, CMC, Chief Deputy City Clerk, of the City of Palm Springs, California, do hereby certify that a copy of the attached Notice of Public Hearing was mailed to each and every person on the attached list on January 6, 2011, in a sealed envelope, with postage prepaid, and depositing same in the U.S. Mail at Palm Springs, California. (34 notices) I declare under penalty of perjury that the foregoing is true and correct. Kathie Hart, CMC Chief Deputy City Clerk AFFIDAVIT OF PUBLICATION I, Kathie Hart, Chief Deputy City Clerk, of the City of Palm Springs, California, do hereby certify that a copy of the attached Notice of Public Hearing was published in the Desert Sun on January 8, 2011. I declare under penalty of perjury that the foregoing is true and correct. Kathie Hart, CMC Chief Deputy City Clerk AFFIDAVIT OF POSTING I, Dolores Strickstein, Secretary, of the City of Palm Springs, California, do hereby certify that a copy of the attached Notice of Public Hearing was posted at City Hall, 3200 E. Tahquitz Canyon Drive, on the exterior legal notice posting board and in the Office of the City Clerk on January 6, 2011. declare under penalty of perjury that the foregoing is true and correct. Kathie Hart, CMC Chief Deputy City Clerk The Desert Sun Certificate of Publication 750 N Gene Autry Trail Palm Springs, CA 92262 760-778-4578/Fax 760-778-4731 State Of California as: County of Riverside 114N0ti'ICE PIISLI Advertiser: CP1PA RINGS* papPOSBO T104OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS/LEGALS +�� n �s+e PO BOX 2743 NOTICE OFMM FROM40E PALM SPRINGS CA 922632 .923 MOWN PALMAS �IWTN:B-1$ NEREBY GA. �if��' Cpmdl cf the Coy d aI Jammry 19, txdda PueAo llearYg at �peglrrs at _ 2a0m11... The CI<1' 3p0. 2000242636 EastTaMaRtCerryan. . Patin Tee earneee of is to cmnMer tlem7 na6nB as ere. cwnt 1SIM, 507-1 6'4-001) I am over the age of 18 years old, a citizen of the United States and not a party to, or have interest in this matter. I hereby certify that the attached advertisement appeared in said newspaper (set in type not smaller than non panel) in each and entire issue of said newspaper and not in any supplement thereof on the following dates,to wit: Newspaper: .The Desert Sun 1/8/2011 TUB -ENVIRONMENTAL ,* pur- 1 ,B,ealliomlaEmi- r atdo r"QUehelE ym�aagg,,pro- ro�p�mgndta�l�aiwpayan 4 Bte)c67Wikdas J! I acknowledge that I am a principal clerk of the printer of 'lor reeervelkxt ofa spina r0mfuree mah The Desert Sun, printed and published weekly in the City aveNebs for Ottlsr9la�lx*1aa Pldfr+�rNi of Palm Springs, Count of Riverside, State of California. T `beavaapE6le SeN DePO Y `houre gpDya m.to iitld a 2;60"4.M.b The Desert Sun was adjudicated a newspaper of general 'Monday ughT'hersday. '.:6:00 P,m. circulation on March 24, 1988 by the Superior Court of the > OF PfiOJ '!f1 nowt County of Riverside, State of California Case No. REVIEW Rp9 191236. E alai&. a.m. a.m. a013 nd 200P ��of : a� ayoewuutd wero I declare under penalty of perjury that the foregoing is true �W:`"appynynant revlewi ed°asse�• ." and correct. Executed on this 8th day of January, 2011 in COMMENT ON ApPDOATIOr l!) to H,sis andW In Yby Palm�Sprin%Walifdmia. ton o0ftner"maY madptoitie CetarBM . Wiar�� (for mdW delivery)K N O- _ �amsaw,E��stl azGanYarWay '. City Cleik y= AltPam+ gs•CA87262 _ in court W rsiay he llm W e p oroPi+ moae s6ues'mwd yy in Netice or in d et tne,Publlo' a P the Glerk Dmiarant� �_ ay�4 poa tOeaMag�nM1y O 5 Q _ •1�•11 um m9be hh'ro _case N l A er°`re° p eGor a C' at iChmsid ayuda emlay..orgdg rreb l is 114111 NEIGHBORHOOD COALITION REDS Case HSPB 75 MODCONI AND MR PETS MORUZZI The Cary Grant Howse HISTORIC SITE REP PALM SPRINGS MODERN COMMITTEE PHN for CC Meeting 01.19.1.1 P.O. BOX 4738 PALM SPRINGS, CA 92263-4738 CITY OF PALM SPRINGS CASE HSPB 75 PLANNING SERVICES DEPARTMENT MRS. JOANNE BRUGGEMANS 'ERIFICATION NOTICE-"-0- ATTN SECRETARY/HSPB 75 506 W.SANTA CATALINA ROAD PO BOX 2743 PALM SPRINGS, CA 92262 PALM SPRINGS, CA 92263-2743 MS MARGARET PARK GUA CALIENTE BAND OF CAHUILLA AGUA CALIENTE BAND OF CAHUILLA 4DIANS-D-q�-0-D-J- INDIANS 5401 DINAH SHORE DRIVE PALM SPRINGS, CA 92264 PONSORS �4 4 4 DR JANE COWLES, PHD 928 NORTH AVENIDA PALMAS PALM SPRINGS, CA 92262 r I [] -...,7 507-154-005 507--154-007 507-155-005 Denis A & Sandra Portaro Ernest L Schmider James K & Joan Donelson L127 La Loma Rd 566 Temple Hills Dr 2109 Via Estudillo ?asadena, CA 91105 Laguna Beach, CA 92651 Palos Verdes , CA 90274 507-155-008 507-155-009 507-155-012 S & K Brobeck Barry Robbins Pasquale & Sus Picchione )39 N Avenida Palos Verdes PO Box 675186 PO Box 2067 Dalm Springs, CA 92262 Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92067 Palm Springs, CA 92263 307-155-015 507-155-016 507-155-018 )esert Healthcare Dist Mark & Janet Hilbert W Long L140 N Indian Canyon Dr 7 Ocean Ridge Dr 338 39Th Ave ?alm Springs, CA 92262 Newport Coast, CA 92657 Seattle, WA 98112 507-162-001 507-163-003 507-163-004 7ranklin C & Martha Wolf Priscilla A Slagle Carol M Tallichet ?0 Glenside Way 946 N Avenida Palos Verdes 6604 E La Cumbre Dr San Rafael, CA 94903 Palm Springs, CA 92262 Orange, CA 92869 507-163-006 507-163-009 507-163-010 'harles H & Katherine Shorter Meyer Victor Betsy A Holland 203 Camino Del Campo 899 N Avenida Palmas 84 Platt Ave tedondo Beach, CA 90277 Palm Springs, CA 92262 Sausalito, CA 94965 507-163-012 507-163-013 507-163-016 carol M Tallichet Priscilla A Slagle Jack N & Lani Garfield 5604 E La Cumbre Dr 946 N Avenida Palos Verdes 835 N Avenida Palmas )range, CA 92869 Palm Springs, CA 92262 Palm Springs, CA 92262 507-164-001 507-164-002 507-164-004 Jane Smith Kenneth & Nancy Kranzberg Grace M Fowler L Huntington Quad 3502 50 Picardy Ln 824 N Avenida Palmas 4elville, NY 11747 St Louis, MO 63124 Palm Springs, CA 92262 507-164-005 507-164-006 507-164-007 Donald C Cavanaugh P F Bacon James J Gabbert 321 N Via Miraleste 864 N Avenida Palmas 123 2Nd St ?alm Springs, CA 92262 Palm Springs, CA 92262 Sausalito, CA 94965 307-164-008 507-164-009 507-170-007 4arren C & Doris Weber Gemperline City Of Palm Springs 391 N Via Miraleste 924 D And Rg Dr PO Box 2743 ?alm Springs, CA 92262 Durango, CO 81303 Palm Springs, CA 92263 307-170-008 507-170-009 *** 29 Printed *** )esert Health Care Dist Palm Spr' gs Unified School I L140 N Indian Canyon Dr 333 S arrell Dr ?alm Springs, CA 92262 Pa Springs, CA 92262 NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING CITY COUNCIL CITY OF PALM SPRINGS PROPOSED DESIGNATION OF THE CARY GRANT HOUSE AS CLASS 1 HISTORIC SITE 75 AND NOTICE OF EXEMPTION FROM CEQA 928 NORTH AVENIDA PALMAS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City Council of the City of Palm Springs, California, will hold a Public Hearing at its meeting of January 19, 2011. The City Council meeting begins at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers at City Hall, 3200 East Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs. The purpose of the hearing is to consider designating the property known as the Cary Grant House located at 928 North Avenida Palmas as a Class 1 Historic Site. (APN 507-164-001) ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION: This request is categorically exempt from review pursuant to Section 15331 (Historical Resource Restoration/Rehabilitation) of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), whereas the proposed designation meets the conditions outlined for preservation of a historic resource. The application is available for public review in the Planning Services Department, City Hall, 3200 East Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday through Thursday. REVIEW OF PROJECT INFORMATION: The staff report and other supporting documents regarding this project are available for public review at City Hall between the hours of 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday through Thursday. Please contact the Office of the City Clerk at (760) 323-8204 if you would like to schedule an appointment to review these documents. COMMENT ON THIS APPLICATION: Response to this notice may be made verbally at the Public Hearing and/or in writing before the hearing. Written comments may be made to the City Council by letter (for mail or hand delivery) to: James Thompson, City Clerk 3200 East Tahquitz Canyon Way Palm Springs, CA 92262 Any challenge of the proposed project in court may be limited to raising only those issues raised at the Public Hearing described in this Notice or in written correspondence delivered to the City Clerk at, or prior to, the City Council hearing. (Government Code Section 65009[b][2]). An opportunity will be given at said hearing for all interested persons to be heard. Questions regarding this case may be directed to Craig A. Ewing, AICP, Director of Planning Services at (760) 323-8245. Si necesita ayuda con esta carta, porfavor Ilame a la Ciudad de Palm Springs y puede hablar con Nadine Fieger telefono (760) 323-8245. Thompson ;im'IZ! y Clerk � f � C WDepartment of Planning Services WVicinity Map NN'� c ............................................. .. ............ ..... ..-......+}ryr .......:�... .,.. yal +•�W ............... e Ta h or � ......._ __ :......_. _.. .�: c Y F t t E iCdranvEa;VaCeraonbe -H 4 FTLI.-I CITY OF PALM SPRINGS CASE NO: HSPB 75 DESCRIPTION: Application for a Class 1 Historic Site Designation at 928 North Avenida Palmas, Zone APPLICANT: Cary Grant House R-1-13, Section 11, APN 507-164-001. r; r�ryivE�a�� 3, TV orE Jo Aw ww� L431'� .c �"16u�f`fFt�� yie"w Utmy amup-STO+IL A93ABi4A7. .. 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