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HEMA No. 2023-07 – The Dehne Apts. No 1 (1102 North Lacy Street) October 5, 2023 Page 12 3 7 2 9 reversible in that it could be restored in the future as needed. Although the removal of one original double-hung, one-over-one wood window at the north façade is also visible from the public right-of-way, it is further away from the street than the existing, extant wood window, does not impair the overall historic design, and could be reversed through window restoration in the future. Lastly, if the internal alterations were later modified, all exterior changes to the rear (west and north facades) including removed windows, doors, concrete steps and platforms, and wood staircases with wood balconies, could be restored as close as possible to the originals. In conclusion, staff has determined that the project, as conditioned, complies with The Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for Rehabilitation. Specifically, the analysis indicates that the proposed exterior alterations and staircase rehabilitation will be compatible and consistent with the existing architectural elements that reflect the original Minimal Traditional style architecture while being mindful not to disturb the majority of the historic materials that characterize the property at the primary facades. By localizing the scope of work so that the alterations are primarily located on rear or secondary facades, and by proposing a simple staircase design that meets current building code while referencing the original staircase design as close as possible, the property will maintain its historic and character-defining features. Moreover, as detailed in the analysis above, the conditions of approval recommended for the project are fundamental to ensuring compliance with SOIS. Without the conditions of approval, the proposed project would not conform to the SOIS. Specifically, these conditions will require that the property be maintained as a historic property and as a contributor to the French Park National Register Historic District. They will also ensure that the two primary facades (south and east) are restored as close as possible to original conditions and that all appropriate materials and designs are executed in a manner that is compatible with the historic property and meets the SOIS. The role of the Historic Resources Commission is to issue a Certificate of Appropriateness upon finding that the proposed modifications do not substantially change the character and integrity of the historic properties per Santa Ana Municipal Code Section 30-6, meet the Secretary of Interior’s Standards per CEQA and the City’s Certified Local Government agreement with the State of California. Staff finds that the historic exterior modification application meets the necessary criteria to be awarded a Certificate of Appropriateness and should be approved. It is also recommended that staff approve the exact materials and finishes to be used prior to installation to ensure quality and compatibility. Public Notification The project site was posted with a notice advertising this public hearing, a notice was published in the Orange County Reporter and mailed notices were sent to all property owners within 500 feet of the project site. In addition, staff contacted the French Park Historic Resources Commission 23 10/5/2023