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Architectural History Evaluation historical significance. In addition, directory and newspaper research did not uncover other names associated with the residence at 2501 Strawberry Lane. As a result, archival research failed to indicate any associations with any significant persons.Therefore, it is not eligible for the NRHP/CRHR under Criterion B/2. NRHP/CRHR Criterion C13 Built in 1950, the residence at 2501 Strawberry Lane represents a typical example of a Minimal Traditional- style house, which was a common housing type in California from 1935 to 1950. This Minimal Traditional- style dwelling is not a fully realized expression of the style, which may feature dormers, a chimney, and a recessed main entrance. More high-style and intact versions of Minimal Traditional-style dwellings are located throughout Santa Ana and Orange County.As a commonplace 1950s-era house, it does not embody the distinctive characteristics of a type, period, or method of construction, represent the work of a master, possess high artistic values, or represent a significant and distinguishable entity whose components may lack individual distinction.Therefore, it is not eligible for the NRHP/CRHR under Criterion C/3. NRHP/CRHR Criterion D14 The information potential for 2501 Strawberry Lane is expressed in its built form and in the historical record. It has not yielded, nor is it likely to yield, information important in history or prehistory.Therefore, it is not eligible for the NRHP/CRHR under Criterion D/4. Integrity The residence at 2501 Strawberry Lane possesses integrity of location because it has not been moved. The setting around the residence's 1950 housing tract has changed from mostly citrus groves in the 1950s to being surrounded by single-family suburban tract homes.Therefore, the change in surroundings has resulted in a lack of integrity of setting, feeling, and association.The addition of non-original rough- textured stucco, non-original columns, non-original entrance door, and non-original fenestration have resulted in a loss of integrity of design, materials, and workmanship. Regardless of integrity, due to lack of historical significance, 2501 Strawberry Lane does not meet NRHP or CRHR eligibility criteria as an individual resource or as part of any known or suspected historic district; the resource is not listed on any Certified Local Government historic property register. City of Santa Ana Register of Historical Properties (1) Buildings, structures or objects with distinguishing characteristics of on architectural style or period, that exemplify a particular architectural style or design features,- As stated above in the NRHP/CRHR evaluation, the residence at 2501 Strawberry Lane represents a typical example of a Minimal Traditional-style house, which was a common housing type in California from 1935 to 1950. This Minimal Traditional-style dwelling is not a fully realized expression of the style, which may ECORP Consulting, Inc. 25 January 2025 Fairview Street Widening Project 2024-088.03 9-116