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The memorandum discusses the San José Eichler Neighborhood Objective Design Standards (Eichler ODS), which aim to provide objective design standards for exterior changes to Eichler houses listed on the San José Historic Resources Inventory. The standards are intended to preserve the Mid-Century Modern architectural character of Eichler neighborhoods, streamline the design review process, and align with state housing laws and preservation best practices. The Eichler ODS would apply to properties in Eichler neighborhoods requiring a Single Family House Permit and would not introduce new processes or retroactive compliance for previously permitted work. The memorandum outlines the background, analysis, public outreach, and CEQA exemptions related to the Eichler ODS.
Key points
The Eichler ODS apply to exterior changes to Eichler houses listed on the San José Historic Resources Inventory.
Currently, Fairglen Additions is the only Eichler neighborhood listed on the Historic Resources Inventory.
The standards aim to preserve the distinctive Mid-Century Modern architectural character of Eichler neighborhoods.
The Eichler ODS do not apply to interior changes or landscaping and do not require retroactive compliance.
The memorandum includes extensive public outreach efforts and community input in the development of the Eichler ODS.
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Specific dates and outcomes related to the adoption process are not provided.
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COUNCIL AGENDA: FILE: ITEM: TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL FROM: Christopher Burton SUBJECT: PP24-012: San José Eichler Neighborhood Objective Design Standards DATE: November 13, 2025 12/2/25 25-1266 10.1(b) COUNCIL DISTRICT: Citywide RECOMMENDATION (a) (b) Consider an exemption in accordance with CEQA Guidelines Section 15331 for Historical Resource Rehabilitation. Adopt a resolution approving the San José Eichler Neighborhood Objective Design Standards for exterior changes to Eichler houses listed on the San José Historic Resources Inventory that require a Single Family House Permit or other Planning permit that involves historic review. SUMMARY AND OUTCOME The Eichler Neighborhood Objective Design Standards (Eichler ODS) are objective design standards that would be applied when exterior changes are proposed to properties in Eichler neighborhoods listed in the San José Historic Resources Inventory (HRI) that require design review through a Single Family House Permit. At present, Fairglen Additions is the only Eichler neighborhood listed on the HRI to which the design standards would apply. If other Eichler neighborhoods were designated in the future and listed on the...
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This document is a resolution from the City Council of San Jose, approving the "San Jose Eichler Neighborhood Objective Design Standards" and delegating authority to the Director of Planning, Building, and Code Enforcement to make minor updates to these standards. The resolution outlines the significance of Eichler homes in San Jose and establishes design requirements for alterations to these homes listed in the Historic Resources Inventory. It includes a process for public hearings and incorporates findings from various commissions. The effective date of the resolution is set for thirty days after approval.
Key points
The resolution approves the 'San Jose Eichler Neighborhood Objective Design Standards'.
It delegates authority to the Director of Planning, Building, and Code Enforcement for minor updates.
The Eichler homes are recognized for their architectural significance and are part of the Historic Resources Inventory.
The standards provide design requirements for alterations to Eichler homes.
Public hearings were conducted by the Historic Landmarks Commission and Planning Commission.
The effective date of the resolution is thirty days post-approval.
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The document appears to be a draft as indicated by the repeated mention of 'DRAFT' and instructions to contact the City Clerk for the final document.
There are unresolved placeholders for the resolution number and adoption date.
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SAW:DHZ:KMF 11/20/2025 RESOLUTION NO. ______ A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN JOSE (1) APPROVING THE “SAN JOSE EICHLER NEIGHBORHOOD OBJECTIVE DESIGN STANDARDS”, AND (2) DELEGATING AUTHORITY TO THE DIRECTOR OF PLANNING, BUILDING, AND CODE ENFORCEMENT TO ADMINISTRATIVELY UPDATE OR REVISE THE “SAN JOSE EICHLER NEIGHBORHOOD OBJECTIVE DESIGN STANDARDS” PROVIDED THEY ARE LIMITED TO MINOR CLARIFICATIONS, CORRECTIONS OR TECHNICAL CHANGES TO THE TEXT File Nos. PP24-012 WHEREAS, the Council of the City of San Jose ("City"), adopted the “Your Old House Guide for Preserving San Jose Homes” on August 19, 2003, which is used to review alterations to single family houses listed in the San José Historic Resources Inventory under Part 9 of Chapter 20.100 of Title 20 and Chapter 13.48 of Title 13 of the San Jose Municipal Code; and WHEREAS, San José has seven residential tracts that were developed by Eichler Homes in the 1950s and 1960s, which form five neighborhoods that have local, state, and national significance as an important concentration of Mid-Century Modern residential architecture; and WHEREAS, the "San Jose Eichler Neighborhood Objective Design Standards" (“Eichler ODS”)...