20.30.855

A. Applicability. This Section applies to properties within the R-2 Two-Family Zoning District that contain one (1) or more dwelling units built prior to 1950 and not listed on the San José Historic Resources Inventory. B. Evaluation Required. As part of a permit for streamlined approval to construct an additional dwelling unit that includes the alteration and/or demolition of an existing dwelling unit built before 1950 within the R-2 Two Family Zoning District the applicant must submit a historic report prepared by a qualified historic resources consultant that meets the Secretary of the Interior's Professional Qualification Standards (36 CFR Part 61). The report shall include DPR523 series forms that document and evaluate the property for eligibility for listing in the National Register of Historic Places, the California Register of Historical Resources, and/or the San José Historic Resources Inventory as a Candidate City Landmark pursuant to the landmark significance criteria outlined in Chapter 13.48 of the San José Municipal Code. C. Findings of Eligibility. 1. If the consultant determines the property is not eligible for listing in the National Register of Historic Places, California Register of Historic Resources, or San José Historic Resources Inventory as a Candidate City Landmark or designated City Landmark, the standards for streamlined ministerial approval established in Part 9 of Chapter 20.30 shall apply. 2. If the consultant determines the property is eligible for listing in the National Register of Historic Places, the California Register of Historic Resources, or the San José Historic Resources Inventory as a Candidate City Landmark, the construction of an additional dwelling unit shall conform to the requirements in 20.30.865 with the issuance of a Single-Family House Permit. (Ord. 31298 .)