This resolution designates Engine Company No. 13 at 1458 Valencia Street as a landmark, protecting its historical significance. It is part of the city's efforts to preserve important cultural and architectural sites.
Resolution initiating a landmark designation under Article 10 of the Planning Code for Engine Company No.13, 1458 Valenica Street, Assessorβs Parcel Block No. 6531, Lot No. 011.
How it got here
The legislation to initiate a landmark designation for Engine Company No. 13 was prompted by its historical significance and prior evaluations by the Historic Preservation Commission.
The South Mission Historic Resource Survey was adopted, documenting approximately 3,800 buildings, including Engine Company No. 13, as eligible for historic designation.
The Commission adopted a framework for evaluating Victorian-era buildings, which included Engine Company No. 13 as an eligible historic resource.
The resolution to initiate the landmark designation for Engine Company No. 13 was introduced by Supervisor Rafael Mandelman.
The committee recommended the resolution for passage, recognizing the historical significance of Engine Company No. 13.
The Board adopted the resolution to initiate the landmark designation for Engine Company No. 13.
The Mayor approved the resolution, allowing the landmark designation process to move forward.
Reconstructed from attached documents & the official record