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RESOLUTION NO. 149 - 06
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF DUBLIN
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APPROVING THE DUBLIN VILLAGE HISTORIC AREA SPECIFIC PLAN AND
RELATED GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENTS
PA 02-074
WHEREAS, the City initiated a Specific Plan study and related General Plan amendment to plan
for the City's historic core. Implementation of this planning would include amendments to the Parks and
Recreation Master Plan, adoption of a Historic Park Master Plan and other related actions. These planning
and implementing actions are collectively known as the "Historic Area Specific Plan Project" or the
"Project"; and
WHEREAS, the Project site includes approximately 38 acres generally around the intersection of
Donlon Way and Dublin Boulevard; and
WHEREAS, the Project site includes the existing City Heritage Center and other vacant and
developed sites; and
WHEREAS, the Project would amend the General Plan land use map to redesignate
approximately 7.55 acres of land within the Project area from Retail/Office to Parks/Public Recreation.
The Project would also amend General Plan text to provide for continued use of the Green Store structure
and site for a church; and
WHEREAS, the Project would adopt the Dublin Village Historic Area Specific Plan with related
land use designations and development guidelines. The land uses and development guidelines provide for
future expansion of the existing heritage park and future public and private development in the
approximately 38-acre planning area. The Dublin Village Historic Area Specific Plan is a separately
bound document incorporated herein by reference; and
WHEREAS, consistent with Senate Bill 18, the City obtained a contact list of local Native
American tribes from the Native American Heritage Commission and notified the tribes on the contact list
of the opportunity to consult with the City on the proposed General Plan amendment and proposed
Specific Plan. None of the contacted tribes requested a SB 18 consultation within the 90-day statutory
consultation period and no further action is required under SB 18; and
WHEREAS, the City prepared and circulated a Mitigated Negative Declaration analyzing the
potential environmental effects of the Project; and
WHEREAS, a Planning Commission Staff Report, dated July 11, 2006 and incorporated herein
by reference, described and analyzed the draft Mitigated Negative Declaration and the Project, including
the proposed amendments to the General Plan and the proposed Specific Plan; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission reviewed the Staff Report and the draft Mitigated
Negative Declaration at a noticed public hearing on July 11, 2006, at which time all interested parties had
the opportunity to be heard; and
Reso No. 149-06, Adopted 8/1/06, Item 6.1
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WHEREAS, following the public hearing, the Planning Commission adopted Resolution 06-018
recommending adoption of the Mitigated Negative Declaration and Resolution 06-019 recommending
approval of the Dublin Village Historic Area Specific Plan and related General Plan Amendments, which
resolutions are incorporated herein by reference; and
WHEREAS, a City Council Staff Report, dated August 1, 2006 and incorporated herein by
reference, described and analyzed the draft Mitigated Negative Declaration and the Project, including the
proposed amendments to the General Plan and the proposed Specific Plan; and
WHEREAS, the City Council reviewed the Staff Report, Draft Mitigated Negative Declaration,
Draft Dublin Village Historic Area Specific Plan (Attached to this Resolution as Exhibit A), and related
General Plan Amendments at a noticed public hearing on August 1, 2006, at which time all interested
parties had the opportunity to be heard; and
WHEREAS, following the public hearing, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 148-06
adopting the Mitigated Negative Declaration and a Mitigation Monitoring Program for the Project.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the foregoing recitals are true and correct and
made a part of this resolution.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Dublin City Council approves the following General
Plan Amendments based on findings that the amendments are in the public interest and that the General
Plan as so amended will remain internally consistent.
A. Amend Section 7.6, ARCHAELOGICAL AND HISTORIC RESOURCES to add a new
implementing policy as follows.
"Implementing Policies
C. The Green Store.
The Green Store is a recognized historical resource and has been used as a church since 1989.
This use can remain as long as the landowner(s) wish to continue its operation. The Parks/Public
Recreation designation on the General Plan Land Use Map illustrates the long-term potential for
expansion of the heritage park to include this historic structure and the property it is on and is not
intended to affect or change the current church use or its continued operation as a religious land
use under a valid conditional use permit."
B. Amend Figure l-la, Land Use Map to change the land use designation for the following properties
from Retail/Office to Parks/Public Recreation.
Dublin Square Shopping Center (APN 941-1560-007-001)
Green Store (APN 941-1550-004)
Hawthorne Lane/Pioneer Cemetery (APN 941-1560-005)
Pioneer Cemetery (APN 941-1560-006)
DHPA Parcel (APN 941-1560-003-03)
Reso No. 149-06, Adopted 8/1/06, Item 6.1
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BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Dublin City Council approves the Dublin Village
Historic Area Specific Plan based on findings that the Specific Plan is consistent with the Dublin General
Plan.
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 1st day of August 2006 by the following vote:
AYES: Councilmembers Hildenbrand, McCormick, Oravetz and Zika, and Mayor Lockhart
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
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Adopted by the Dublin City Council on
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Resolution Number 149-06
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
CITY COUNCIL
MAYOR JANET LOCKHART
VICE MAYOR TONY ORAVETZ
COUNCILMEMBER CLAUDIA MCCORMICK
COUNCILMEMBER GEORGE ZIKA
COUNCILMEMBER KASIE HILDENBRAND
PLANNING COMMISSION
BILL SCHAUB, CHAIR
DOREEN WEHERENBERG, VICE CHAIR
DONALD BIDDLE
MORGAN KING
ROBERT FASULKEY
CITY STAFF
RICHARD AMBROSE, CITY MANAGER
JERI RAM, COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR
DIANE LOWART, PARKS AND COMMUNITY SERVICES DIRECTOR
ELIZABETH ISLES, HERITAGE CENTER DIRECTOR
KRIST! BASCOM, SENIOR PLANNER
This Specific Plan relied on many previously-written documents for information about the history of Dublin and its valuable resources, Those documents that
were especially useful documents were the following:
. Archeological Assessment Report for the Donlon Way Area Specific Plan, written by consultants in archeology, William Self Associates, Inc, (August 2003)
. Dublin Historic Park Draft Master Plan, written by consultants in landscape architecture, Royston Hanamoto Alley and Abey (RHAA) (May 2006)
. Dublin Village Design Guidelines, written by planning consultants RBF Consulting, Inc./Urban Design Studio (January 2005)
. Historic Resources Identification Project (Final), written by consultants in architectural history Page & Turnbull, Inc, (January 2004)
The City of Dublin appreciates the studies, research, and recommendations provided by the above firms and individuals,
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Exhibits
Tables
Section 1: Executive Summary........................................................................... ...................................... ............................................................................... 1
Section 2: Introduction, Pu rpose, and Project Location................................... .......................................... .................... ........................ ...... ................. ....... 2
Section 3: General Notes....................................................................................................................... .................................................................................. 7
Section 4: Existing Conditions.................................... ................................................................................................ ............................ ................................ 9
Section 5: Land Use Concept.................................................................................................................... ...................... ....... ............ ........... ........................ 21
Section 6: Historic, Cultural, and Archeological Resou rce Preservation ................. ........................................ .............................. ........................ ........... 27
Section 7: Design Guidelines.......................................................................................................... .......................................... ............................................ 31
Section 8: Infrastructure and Maintenance.................................................... ........................... ....... ..................... ................... ............. ............................... 93
Section 9: Specific Plan Administration and Implementation ................................................................................................................................. ........... 95
Appendices
Appendix A: List of Current Property Owners and the Accompanying Assessor's Parcel Map
Appendix B: Summary of Mitigation Measures from Initial Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration prepared for the Specific Plan
Appendix C: California State Department of Parks and Recreation Form 523 for Historic Resources ("DPR Form") for all properties listed
on the Dublin Historic Resources Inventory
Appendix D: Tree recommendations for the Dublin Village Historic Area Specific Plan
Appendix E: Secretary of the Interior Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties - Available on request
Appendix F: Dublin Historic Park Draft Master Plan, prepared by Royston Hanamoto Alley and Abey, May 2006 - Available on request
Appendix G: Dublin Historic Resource Identification Project (Final), prepared by Page and Turnbull, January 2004 - Available on request
Appendix H: Archeological Assessment Report, Donlon Way Specific Plan, prepared by William Self & Associates, August 2003 - Report
contains confidential archeological information, Non-sensitive portions of the report available on request
EXHIBITS
Exhibit 1 :
Exhibit 2:
Exhibit 3:
Exhibit 4:
Exhibit 5:
Exhibit 6:
Exhibit 7:
Exhibit 8:
Exhibit 9:
Exhibit 10:
Regional Context Map
Local Context Map
Specific Plan Boundary
Existing Land Uses
Existing General Plan
Existing Zoning
Circulation System
Utility Plan
Vision Diagram for the Dublin Village Historic Area with proposed streetscape enhancements
Land Use Plan (includes General Plan and Specific Plan Land Use Designations)
TABLES
Table 1:
Table 2:
Table 3:
Table 4:
Maximum Development Potential in the Specific Plan area
Specific Plan Land Use designations and General Plan Land Use Map amendments
Dublin Historic Resources Inventory
Facility Maintenance Responsibility
SECTION 1
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
The Dublin Village Historic Area Specific Plan is the culmination of five
years of planning efforts in the City's historic core, It was developed to
guide future development in the specific plan area to be sensitive to the
area's historic past, and also to formalize the City's commitment to
preserving and enhancing the area's remaining historic, cultural, and
archeological resources for the future,
The area that was the original settlement of Dublin Village now consists of
several properties that are developed with contemporary office buildings,
shopping centers, and residential apartments, Only a handful of the area's
original historic structures remain, including St. Raymond's Church, the
Murray Schoolhouse, Pioneer Cemetery, Green's Store, and two bungalow
homes. St. Raymond's Church, Murray Schoolhouse, and Pioneer
Cemetery make up the core of Dublin Village, Today, these resources
function as the Dublin Heritage Center, a local history museum and cultural
center, Other prominent historic buildings and resources, including
Amador's Adobe, the Murray House/Green's Mansion, Dougherty Hotel,
Amador Valley Hotel, and the majority of the Alamilla Springs, were lost
due to neglect, natural disasters, and contemporary commercial and newer
development.
In order to ensure that the remaining resources are preserved and
highlighted as the birthplace of the City of Dublin, the City Council
authorized the Staff to prepare a specific plan for the area in 2001, Staff,
in cooperation with several consultants over the course of the past five
years, has developed this document that will serve as the blueprint for
future public and private improvements in the specific plan area,
The Specific Plan is divided into several sections that discuss the general
context of the planning area, analyze the existing conditions in the area,
propose a land use concept, recognize the area's valuable resources, and
suggest design guidelines to steer future development. The document
closes with a discussion of the infrastructure and maintenance of facilities
in the area and also how the Specific Plan will be administered and
implemented.
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SECTION 2
INTRODUCTION, PURPOSE, AND PROJECT LOCATION
SECTION 2.1
PURPOSE OF THE SPECIFIC PLAN
For several years, the City Council has been considering how to take a
more proactive approach to building Dublin's core historic area into a
cohesive district to better highlight Dublin's historic resources. In order to
accomplish this goal, the City Council authorized the creation of a Specific
Plan for the Donlon Way area (from this point forward referred to as the
Dublin Village Historic Area) in 2001,
The Dublin Village Historic Area Specific Plan provides a blueprint for the
eventual implementation of the overall vision for the area and the
associated design enhancements, The Specific Plan also governs the use
of land, development standards, design of public improvements, and the
design and appearance of private improvements including buildings, signs
and landscaping, Land use standards, regulations, definitions, and other
criteria contained in this document shall govern all properties within the
boundary of the Dublin Village Historic Area Specific Plan.
SECTION 2.2
LOCATION
The Dublin Village Historic Area is sited within the City of Dublin, in
southeastern Alameda County, California. The area consists of
approximately 38 acres of land generally located northwest of San Ramon
Road and Interstate 580, The specific plan area includes commercial,
residential, public, and business park/industrial properties surrounding the
intersection of Donlon Way and Dublin Boulevard,
SECTION 2.3
LOCAL AND REGIONAL CONTEXT
The Dublin Village Historic Area is sited within the Livermore-Amador
Valley area, a rapidly growing area in the East Bay of the San Francisco
Bay region, As of January 1, 2006, the City of Dublin was estimated to
have a population of approximately 39,610 persons in a geographic area of
approximately 14 square miles, Exhibit 1 shows the regional context of the
planning area,
Major uses surrounding the Dublin Village Historic Area include low
density, single-family residential housing to the north, commercial office
complexes to the west, Interstate Highway 580 to the south, and San
Ramon Road to the east. Exhibit 2 shows the location of the project
boundary in relation to the remainder of the City of Dublin and the other
specific plan areas,
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SECTION 2.4
SPECIFIC PLAN GOALS AND OBJECTIVES
The goals of the Dublin Village Historic Area Specific Plan are as follows:
Goal 1: Preserve and protect the valuable historic resources within
the Dublin Village Historic Area.
Objective 1.1: Identify Dublin's historic resources and adopt a
formal Historic Resources Inventory,
Objective 1,2: Identify mechanisms to protect properties on the
Historic Resources Inventory from being
destroyed or altered to the point of removing their
historic value,
Objective 1.3: Identify incentives to encourage the preservation
and enhancement of privately-owned historic
resources,
Objective 1.4: Pursue formal designation and recognition of
Dublin's historic resources through the California
State Office of Historic Preservation and National
Registry,
Objective 1,5: Work cooperatively with property owners to
rehabilitate Alamilla Springs,
Objective 1.6: Ensure that improvements and renovations to
publicly-owned historic resources are done
according to the Secretary of the Interior's
Standards for the Treatment of Historic
Properties.
Goal 2: Guide the design of future development to reinforce the
unique historic qualities and design elements that once defined
Dublin Village.
Objective 2,1: Create design guidelines for residential,
commercial, and mixed use development on
private property,
Objective 2,2:
Objective 2,3:
Create design guidelines that provide direction for
future streetscape improvements in the public
right of way,
Create guidelines that provide direction on the
preferred preservation and rehabilitation
techniques for properties on the Historic
Resources Inventory,
Goal 3: Improve the public realm to create a positive pedestrian
experience, enhance the area's image as a historic district, and create
a unique sense of place.
Objective 3,1:
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Objective 3.4:
Objective 3,5:
Design gateway signage for the entrances to the
Specific Plan area that highlight the area's historic
importance to the Livermore/Amador Valley area,
Improve pedestrian crosswalks in the Specific
Plan area across Dublin Boulevard and across
Donlon Way,
Consider the appropriate placement of public art
in the Specific Plan area (e,g, a mural along the
block wall on Dublin Boulevard or other art pieces
in future plaza/park areas),
Consider the creation of an entry plaza on the
southwest corner of Dublin Boulevard and Donlon
Way, as this is gateway to the City's Heritage
Center,
Consider capital improvement expenditures to
accomplish these goals
These goals shall be accomplished through the following means:
Policy 1: New land uses, additions to existing land uses, and
remodeling of existing buildings shall be reviewed by the
City of Dublin to ensure consistency with the Dublin
Village Historic Area Specific Plan,
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Policy 2:
The City of Dublin shall take the lead in funding public
improvements called for within the Specific Plan, assisted
by local property owners and businesses to the fullest
extent feasible,
SECTION 2.5
ORGANIZATION OF THE SPECIFIC PLAN
The Specific Plan provides a framework for development and
redevelopment within the planning area, The Specific Plan contains a
summary of the history of the area, an analysis of existing conditions,
circulation, utility, zoning, and general plan maps, a section on historic
resource preservation, design guidelines, streetscape planning,
infrastructure and maintenance, and administration and implementation of
the Specific Plan,
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SECTION 3
GENERAL NOTES
SECTION 3.1
RELATIONSHIP TO THE GENERAL PLAN
Implementation of the Dublin Village Historic Area Specific Plan furthers
the goals of the Dublin General Plan, The Specific Plan also allows the
community to adopt more detailed guidance for the Dublin Village Historic
Area, and to tailor standards and guidelines to the unique needs and
characteristics of the planning area, It also allows the opportunity to
establish standards and to implement programs to meet the needs of both
local property owners as well as the larger Dublin community,
The Specific Plan is consistent with the Dublin General Plan in that it
furthers the following policies of the General Plan:
Guiding Policy 3.3A: Expand park area throughout the
primary and extended planning areas to serve new
development.
Implementing Policy 3.3C: Acquire and improve parklands
in conformance with the priorities and phasing
recommendations of the City's Parks and Recreation
Master Plan.
Guiding Policy 7. 6A: Preserve Dublin's historic structures,
Additionally, all of the proposed Dublin Village Historic Area Specific Plan
Land Use categories are identical to the General Plan land use categories,
so they are wholly consistent between the two documents,
The Specific Plan contains text and diagrams regarding uses,
improvements, and other matters consistent with Government Code
Section 65851, Any content not contained in this Specific Plan is provided
in the Dublin General Plan,
SECTION 3.2
RELATIONSHIP TO THE PARKS AND RECREATION MASTER
PLAN
The Specific Plan is also serving to implement the goals, policies, and
action programs of the Parks and Recreation Master Plan Update (2004)
as follows:
Action Program 1f: Seek to preserve existing and to
acquire additional sites of historical interest or to relocate
structures of historical value into an "historic park".
Action Program 1j: Pending the completion of the
Historical District Designation Study of the Donlon Way
area, pursue opportunities to expand the City's historic
holdings in the area,
Action Program 1 k: Designate sites for new parks to
alleviate the 5.3 +/- acre deficiency by amending the Parks
and Recreation Master Plan to show the location of such
future park sites.
SECTION 3.3
RELATIONSHIP TO THE ZONING ORDINANCE AND
MUNICIPAL CODE
The City of Dublin Zoning Ordinance was amended in February 2005 to
create a special Historic Overlay Zoning District to implement the Dublin
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Village Design Guidelines, which were adopted by the City Council in
January 2005, This Specific Plan has been written to now contain the
Design Guidelines within it (instead of as a separate document), Following
the adoption of the Specific Plan, Chapter 8,62 of the Zoning Ordinance
(Historic Overlay Zoning District Site Development Review) will be revised
to refer to the Dublin Village Historic Area Specific Plan instead of the
Dublin Village Design Guidelines,
All development, construction, and improvements in the Specific Plan area
shall comply with applicable requirements of the Dublin Zoning Ordinance
and other City development standards and policies unless otherwise
provided in this Specific Plan,
SECTION 3.4
DEFINITIONS
For the purpose of carrying out the intent of this Specific Plan, words,
phrases and terms shall be deemed to have the meaning ascribed to them
as follows, In construing the provisions of this text, specific provisions shall
supersede general provisions relating to the same project. All other
definitions shall be as per the Dublin Zoning Ordinance, Terms not defined
in the Dublin Zoning Ordinance shall have the meaning ascribed in
Webster's Collegiate Dictionary,
The word "City" shall refer to the City of Dublin,
The words "City Council" shall mean the City Council of the City of Dublin.
The words "Planning Commission" shall mean the Planning Commission of
the City of Dublin,
The words "Specific Plan" shall refer to this document, the Dublin Village
Historic Area Specific Plan, as adopted by the Dublin City Council.
The word "shall" is mandatory; "may" or "should" is permissive,
The word "permitted" means permitted without the requirement for further
discretionary permits, but subject to all other applicable
regulations,
The words "acres" or "acreage" shall mean approximate acres,
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The word "applicant" shall mean a person or entity making application for a
land use approval pursuant to this Specific Plan,
The word "subdivision" shall include tentative and final tract maps, tentative
and final parcel maps, parcel map waivers and lot line
adjustments.
SECTION 3.5
SEVERABILITY
If any term, provision, condition or requirement of this Specific Plan shall
be held invalid or unenforceable, the remainder of the Specific Plan or the
application of such term, provision, condition or requirement to
circumstances other than those in which it is held invalid or unenforceable
shall not be affected thereby; and each term, provision, condition or
requirement of the Specific Plan shall be valid and enforceable to the
fullest extent permitted by law,
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SECTION 4
EXISTING CONDITIONS
SECTION 4.1
OVERVIEW
This section of the Specific Plan identifies physical and other
environmental conditions on the project site at the time this Specific Plan
was prepared,
SECTION 4.2
TOPOGRAPHY AND NATURAL FEATURES
The project area is approximately 38 acres in size and is generally flat with
a gradual slope to the south, Dublin Creek runs through the area from
west to east on the Hexcel property and between the Heritage
Center/Pioneer Cemetery and the Dublin Creek Kennel site, Alamilla
Springs, a fresh water spring that was once the main watering hole for
Dublin Village, sits to the northwest of the Dublin Boulevard/San Ramon
Road intersection, A majority of the properties are developed and the
Specific Plan area lies in an urbanized portion of Dublin, Exhibit 3 shows
the boundary of the Specific Plan area,
SECTION 4.3
UNDERSTANDING HISTORIC DUBLIN VILLAGE
Prior to the arrival of European settlers, the Dublin area was inhabited by
the Ohlone and Bay Miwok Indians. The first recorded arrival of
Europeans in the Amador Valley took place in April of 1772, Lieutenant
Pedro Fages, Fray Juan Crespi, and a dozen Spanish soldiers marched
through the Valley while traveling from Drake's Bay to the Presidio of
Monterey, Fages was impressed with the beauty of the Valley, particularly
the rolling hills, oak woodlands, and ample ravines and streams, Based on
written accounts in Crespi's diary, it seems likely that the expedition
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stopped to obtain water from a spring near present day Dublin Boulevard
and San Ramon Road, This fresh water spring, known as Alamilla
Springs, is where the history of Dublin begins,
In 1833, the Mexican government passed the Secularization Act. This Act
secularized the mission system and gave the Mexican Government the
right to sell the vast land holdings of the Spanish Missions to Spanish and
Mexican settlers, In August of 1835, Governor Jose Figueroa granted over
16,000 acres of land to Jose Amador, a previous civilian administrator, or
Mayordomo, of Mission San Jose, Shortly after, Amador built a two-story,
Monterey-style adobe near Alamilla Springs, His home, known as Rancho
San Ramon, became the first settlement of present day Dublin.
Two years later, Amador owned 14,000 cattle, 4,000 sheep, and 400
horses, Amador employed approximately 150 local Native Americans and
Mexican laborers, His employees worked as vaqueros (cowboys),
sheepherders, and makers of hides, tallow, soap, saddles, blankets, and
farm equipment. Rancho San Ramon, which sat at the crossroads of two
Indian and later Spanish trails, became a principal stopping point for
travelers in search of water, food, and lodging,
The Mexican Rancho era of California History ended when American
citizens in California revolted against the Mexican government. On June 6,
1846, California became an independent republic when Americans raised
the California Bear Flag over Sonoma Plaza, A month later, Commodore
John D, Sloat sailed into Monterey, the Capital of Mexican California, and
officially seized the province as a United States territory. The signing of
the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo in 1848 officially ended the Mexican
American War and ceded the entire northwestern part of Mexico, including
present-day Arizona, California, New Mexico, Texas, and parts of
Colorado, Nevada and Utah, to the United States,
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After the Mexican American War, Amador was forced to prove title to his
land holdings, This lengthy and expensive legal process forced Amador to
sell parts of his property to pay for his legal fees. In 1852, two Irish
immigrants named Michael Murray and Jeremiah Fallon purchased 245
acres each from Amador, They built wooden homes near Amador's Adobe
and Alamilla Springs, In 1853, James Witt Dougherty arrived in the Valley
and purchased 10,000 acres of Rancho San Ramon, Dougherty and his
family initially made their home in the old Amador Adobe, By the late
1850s, the tiny settlement known as Amador's or Dougherty's Station had
grown to include several dwellings and a few commercial, religious, and
civic buildings. A formal cemetery was also established in 1859 when Tom
Donlon, a young Irishman, was buried after he was accidentally killed while
working on the roof of St. Raymond's Catholic Church, In 1860, the
Amador Hotel was built, which became a stopping point for the
stagecoaches that ran between Oakland and Stockton, and Martinez and
San Jose,
By 1878, the settlement had grown to include a school, a church, a
cemetery, a Sunday school, two hotels, a general store, a harness shop, a
shoe shop, and blacksmith shop, The settlement was named after
Ireland's capitol city, Dublin, due to the presence of a large number of Irish
American immigrants,
Despite its early growth, Dublin's chances of becoming a major commercial
center were halted when the Central Pacific Railroad was built several
miles from the settlement. The railroad hurt the stagecoach business and
inhibited Dublin's potential to grow into a major commercial and population
center,
Dublin's fate changed in the early 1900s due to increased automobile
ownership and improvements in transportation infrastructure, CA-21 , a
north-south highway from Benicia to San Jose (now San Ramon Road)
and the east-west Lincoln Highway or Route 50 (now Dublin Boulevard)
both made Dublin an important crossroads for automobile travelers, By
1934, Dublin had grown to include a school, a church, two hotels, a
grocery store, a blacksmith shop, five gas stations, and a library. Both
sides of the Lincoln Highway were lined with businesses,
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Between the mid-1930s to the end of World War II, Dublin Village did not
change very much, After World War II, suburban growth began to spread
across the Valley, Interstate 680 and Interstate 580 were constructed in
the 1960s and 1970s, which greatly improved transportation routes to and
from the Bay Area and encouraged Bay Area workers to move east. Large
residential subdivisions eventually surrounded and encroached into Dublin
Village, By the mid-1970s, much of older buildings that made up Dublin
Village had been destroyed by neglect, fires, or were demolished for
redevelopment, leaving only a handful of historic buildings, Local
preservation efforts in the 1970s saved some of these resources from
demolition, Resources that were lost were replaced with suburban
shopping centers, office buildings, and apartment complexes,
Dublin incorporated as a city in 1982 with an initial population of 15,000,
By 1990, the population of Dublin reached 23,229, Dublin grew
dramatically in the 1990s with residential, commercial, and office
developments, In 1997, the Dublin-Pleasanton Bay Area Rapid Transit
(BART) Extension was completed, bringing mass rail transit to residents
and workers in Dublin, According to the California State Department of
Finance, the estimated population of Dublin reached 39,610 persons in
January 2006,
SECTION 4.4
EXISTING LAND USE AND PROPERTY PARCELlZATION
Today, the original settlement of Dublin Village consists of several
properties that are developed with office, commercial, residential, and civic
land uses. Most of the Specific Plan area is developed with contemporary
office buildings, shopping centers, and residential apartments, Only a
handful of the area's original historic structures remain, including St.
Raymond's Church, Murray Schoolhouse, Pioneer Cemetery, Green's
Store, and two bungalow homes, St. Raymond's Church, Murray
Schoolhouse, and Pioneer Cemetery make up the core of Dublin Village,
Today, these resources function as the Dublin Heritage Center, a local
history museum and cultural center, Other prominent historic buildings and
resources, including Amador's Adobe, the Murray House/Green's Mansion,
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the Dougherty Hotel, the Amador Valley Hotel, and the majority of the
Alamilla Springs, were lost due to neglect, natural disasters, and
contemporary commercial and residential developments,
Exhibit 4 shows the general distribution of land uses within the project area
and the configuration of the lot parcelization, Typically, buildings are
oriented toward either Dublin Boulevard or Donlon Way, Vehicular parking
is typically provided behind or adjacent to buildings, While no parking is
permitted on Dublin Boulevard, there is on-street parking on Donlon Way,
A summary of parcels in the project area, including lot sizes and ownership
(as taken from the most recent County Assessor records) is contained in
the Appendix A of this document. Overall, there are 21 parcels in the
project area with 15 different owners, The City of Dublin owns four
parcels, the Dublin Historical Preservation Association owns two parcels,
CalTrans owns two, and Hexcel Corporation owns two, All other property
owners own one parcel apiece,
Lots sizes vary greatly and range from 3,726 square feet (a utility switching
station) to 8,28 acres (The Springs apartment complex), Most of the
properties have been developed, but there are a few vacant properties as
well: two parcels belong to the State of California (adjacent to Interstate
580) and one parcel belongs to the Dublin Historical Preservation
Association, which is planned for the future cemetery expansion area,
Much of the historic character and image of Dublin Village has been
compromised by contemporary development and related roadway
improvements, Commercial and office buildings in the area are setback
from the street and sidewalk and have large surface parking lots, Most
buildings are constructed with modern building forms and materials,
The character and image of Dublin Village is also affected by significant
arterial and freeway traffic, Highway 580 is located immediately south of
the area, Automobile and heavy truck traffic on Highway 580 generates
substantial noise, Two major arterial streets, Dublin Boulevard and San
Ramon Road, also cross the area, These streets carry high traffic
volumes, which affects the pedestrian environment and limits street
crossings between Dublin Village and the rest of the Dublin,
SECTION 4.5
LAND USE REGULATORY FRAMEWORK: CURRENT
GENERAL PLAN LAND USE DESIGNATIONS AND ZONING
Land use regulation for the project area is provided by the City of Dublin
through the General Plan and Zoning Ordinance (Chapter 8 of the
Municipal Code),
The General Plan Land Use designations for the Dublin Village Historic
Area are as follows:
Retail/Office designation for a majority of the project area, which
allows shopping centers, retail shops, eating establishments, business
and professional offices, motels, and service stations, There are
approximately 18.55 acres that are currently designated Retail/Office,
of which, 1,65 acres are vacant parcels,
Business Park/Industrial for two parcels, which permits non-retail
businesses such as research and development, light manufacturing,
and administrative offices. There are approximately 8,95 acres that
are currently designated Business Park/Industrial.
Medium-High Density Residential for one parcel, which permits
residential units at a density of 14-25 units per acre, There are
approximately 8,28 acres that are currently designated Medium/High
Density Residential,
Parks/Public Recreation for four parcels, which permits publicly-
owned parks and recreation facilities, There are approximately 2,52
acres that are currently designated Parks/Public Recreation,
Exhibit 5 depicts the current General Plan designations within the project
area,
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The zoning districts for the Dublin Village Historic Area are as follows:
C-1: Retail Commercial, which permits a range of retail commercial,
office, restaurant, and similar uses
CoO: Commercial Office, which permits administrative and
professional offices
M-1: Light Industrial, which permits a range of research, light
manufacturing, and office uses
R-S: Multi-Family Residential, which permits residential uses
PD: Planned Development, which permits the uses specified in each
individual Planned Development Zoning Ordinance (in this case, a
combination of commercial office, restaurant, and church uses)
A: Agriculture, which permits a variety of agricultural, animal
keeping, and residential uses
Exhibit 6 depicts the Current Zoning Districts within the project area,
SECTION 4.6
TRANSPORTATION AND CIRCULATION
Major streets serving the Specific Plan area include Dublin Boulevard, San
Ramon Road, and Donlon Way, These circulation routes are described
more fully below:
Dublin Boulevard is a major east-west roadway through the middle of the
planning area, Dublin Boulevard has six travel lanes and raised medians
on the east side of San Ramon Road, four travel lanes and a raised
median from San Ramon Road west to Donlon Way, and four travel lanes
without a median west of Donlon Way, Dublin Boulevard is designated as
a route of regional significance in the Alameda County Congestion
Management Agency's Congestion Management Plan,
San Ramon Road is oriented in a north-south direction immediately east
of the planning area. A major arterial street, San Ramon Road has six
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travel lanes and raised medians north of Interstate 580. A full east-west
access interchange is located at San Ramon Road and 1-580, North of
Amador Valley Boulevard, San Ramon Road narrows to four travel lanes,
In the West Dublin BART planning area, this roadway provides access to
retail commercial uses, San Ramon Road is designated as a Metropolitan
Transportation System (MTS) roadway by the County Congestion
Management Agency,
Donlon Way is oriented in a north-south direction in the middle of the
planning area, The most prominent street for this historic area, Donlon
Way is a short two-lane street that serves the Dublin Heritage Center and
was the area's historic stagecoach route before the construction of
Interstate 580 turned the street into a cul-de-sac,
Exhibit 7 depicts the current Circulation System within the project area,
Regional circulation linkage is provided by 1-680, a north-south freeway
and 1-580, an east-west freeway, The Livermore Amador Valley Transit
Authority ("WHEELS") provides bus transit service through the Dublin area,
Bus routes serving the vicinity of the Dublin Village Historic Area include
bus line1 0, which offers regular service and has a stop near the corner of
Dublin Boulevard and San Ramon Road, and bus line 3V, which offers
supplemental service and passes through the planning area on Dublin
Boulevard,
The future West Dublin BART Station, located at the end of Golden Gate
Drive and less than one mile from the Specific Plan area, is anticipated to
be under construction before the end of the 2006 and should be open
within two years from the start of construction,
A bikeway is proposed along Dublin Boulevard when the eventual widening
and improvement to this roadway is completed by the City. This is planned
as a Class II bike lane, which would provide a striped lane for one-way bike
travel on the street. San Ramon Road has an existing Class I bike path,
which is a path separated from the roadway and designated solely for bike
and pedestrian travel.
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Public sidewalks have been constructed on most portions of all the public
streets in the Specific Plan area, and enhancements to the public
sidewalks on Dublin Boulevard and Donlon Way are proposed as part of
the streetscape improvements of the Plan,
SECTION 4.7
PUBLIC SERVICES
Existing service providers to the Specific Plan area include:
Police Services:
City of Dublin (contracted with Alameda
County Sheriff's Department)
City of Dublin (contracted with Alameda
County Fire Department)
City of Dublin Public Works Department
Alameda County Library (Dublin Branch)
City of Dublin Parks and Community
Services Department
Dublin San Ramon Services District
City of Dublin (contracted with Amador
Valley Industries)
AT & T /SBC/Pacific Bell
Pacific Gas and Electric
Fire and Emergency Services:
Roadway Maintenance:
Library:
Parks and Recreation:
Water and Sewer:
Waste Disposal:
Phone:
Gas and Electric
SECTION 4.8: UTILITIES
The Specific Plan area is presently served by a wide range of utilities and
infrastructure, including:
Water and Sewer: Dublin San Ramon Services District (DSRSD) currently
provides retail water and sewer services to the City of Dublin, including the
Specific Plan area, Currently, 100% of the DSRSD potable water supply is
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provided by Alameda County Flood Control and Water Conservation
District (Zone 7), Water enters DSRSD's distribution system from Zone 7
Cross Valley Aqueduct through four turnouts, The turnouts are equipped
with chlorination and fluoridation facilities which can disinfect and fluoridate
water delivered from Zone 7 prior to entering DSRSD's system,
DSRSD currently has four pipeline interties, two with East Bay Municipal
Utility District (EBMUD) and two with the City of Pleasanton for rapid
emergency response, The interties are strictly for emergency conditions,
such as a major pipeline break, supply contamination, interruption of
deliveries due to an earthquake, flood, or other disaster. These
connections would allow either agency to obtain water from the other
agency during an emergency,
As is typically the case with new development applications in the City,
individual development proposals will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis
by DSRSD Staff, If individual development exceeds water demand or
sewer capacity, DSRSD will require either a "looped system" or an
increase in water pipe diameter to supply the project.
DSRSD provides wastewater collection and treatment for the City of
Dublin, The DSRSD wastewater collection system includes sanitary sewers
from 6 to 42 inches in diameter, with a range in age from 5 to 40 years old.
Land use data form the basis for estimating wastewater flows in the
collection system, Land use projections for DSRSD service area are based
on the General Plan land use designations of the service area, Servicing
the existing development with the existing General Plan land use
designations is within the ultimate capacity of the DSRSD wastewater
system,
Stormwater drainage: Stormwater drainage is provided by the City of
Dublin Public Works Department and all runoff in the vicinity is directed to
regional storm drain facilities owned and maintained by Zone 7 of the
Alameda County Flood Control and Water Conservation District. The
regional drainage facilities ultimately flow to Arroyo de la Laguna, which
flows in a westerly direction through Niles Canyon until it ultimately
discharges to the San Francisco Bay.
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Servicing the existing development with the existing General Plan land use
designations is within the ultimate capacity of the City's storm drain
system,
However, it should be noted that Zone Ts Stream Management Master
Plan contains plans to retrofit the culvert that carries Dublin Creek under
Donlon Way to increase the culvert capacity and minimize the risk of
flooding in the area. Currently, most of the properties in the Specific Plan
area are within the FEMA 100-year or 500-year floodplain and new
construction in the area is subject to floodplain regulations, Once this
culvert is improved, the potential for flooding in the project area will be
reduced,
Exhibit 8 shows the approximate location of existing utility facilities in the
project area,
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SECTION 5
LAND USE CONCEPT
SECTION 5.1: EXISTING DEVELOPMENT AND PROPOSED
DEVELOPMENT POTENTIAL
area due to the fact that the sites are currently developed at less than the
maximum intensity permitted in the General Plan (See Table 1), All of this
capacity exists today, The land use changes in the Historic Area Specific
Plan decrease the development potential by shifting approximately 7,55
acres of land from Retail/Office to Parks/Public Recreation,
No General Plan density or intensity increases are proposed for properties
in the Specific Plan area, However, there is development potential in the
Table 1: Maximum Development Potential in the Specific Plan area
(Existing development acreage and square footage from the Alameda County Assessor's Office - current as of March 2006)
SP/GP land use Amount of existing Amount of proposed Floor to Area Ratio or number of Development Potential Difference
category development acreage in Specific Plan dwelling units under Specific Plan
area
Retail/Office 182,306 square feet on 11 acres .25 to .60 FAR Up to 287,496 SF +105,190 SF
18,55 acres
Med/High Density 150,656 sf (176 units) on 8,28 acres 14-25 units/acre Up to 207 units +31 units
Res, 8,28 acres
Business Park/ 56,054 square feet on 8,95 acres ,30 to .40 FAR Up to 154,202 SF +98,148 SF
Industrial 8,95 acres
Parks/Public 6,344 square feet on 2,52 10,07 acres No specific development intensity 7,144 SF * + 800 SF
Recreation acres noted
Total 243,264 SF and 446,602,SF +203,338 SF
176 units on -38 acres and 207 units and +31 units
* Draft Dublin Historic Park Draft Master Plan proposes an 800 square foot pavilion/classroom building,
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SECTION 5.2: CONCEPT OVERVIEW/VISION FOR THE
DUBLIN VILLAGE HISTORIC AREA
In September of 2004, RBF Consulting's Urban Design Studio and City
Staff held a workshop with the City Heritage and Cultural Arts Commission,
Specific Plan area property owners, and business owners to discuss the
history and potential future of the Dublin Village Historic Area, The goals
of the workshop were to:
Gain an understanding of the community's values;
Understand past trends and current issues affecting Dublin Village;
and,
Discuss the community's desired image and character for future
development in Dublin Village
Based on the discussion at the public workshop, the following conceptual
vision statement that describes the potential future of Dublin Village was
developed and adopted by the City Council as a part of the Dublin Village
Design Guidelines in January 2005,
Conceptual Vision for the Future of Dublin Village
Dublin Village is a well-defined historic district with a mix of
compatible civic, commercial, and residential land uses,
The area contains several historic buildings, all of which
have been properly rehabilitated and preserved. The
Dublin Heritage Center and Pioneer Cemetery form the
core of the historic area, and provide opportunities for
residents and guests to explore Dublin's heritage and past.
From the Dublin Heritage Center, visitors can take a self-
guided "Walking Tour of History". This tour guides visitors
to existing historic resources, as well as other points of
historical interest, such as the sites of Amador's Adobe,
the Murray House/Green's Mansion, the Dougherty Hotel,
and the Amador Valley Hotel, The points of historic
interest are marked with monuments that provide pictures
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and written descriptions of the area's significance. The
walking tour also guides visitors to the recently renovated
Alamilla Springs,
Along the tour, visitors will also see gateway signs for the
district, new public spaces, and various streetscape
enhancements and traffic calming improvements, all of
which have contributed to a more positive pedestrian
experience along Donlon Way and Dublin Boulevard.
Visitors will also see recent development projects that
have recaptured the character of Historic Dublin Village
and contribute to the area's renewed sense of place. The
highlight of the walking tour is a mural along Dublin
Boulevard that illustrates the impact transportation has had
on Dublin Village and its role as an important regional
crossroads,
The City recognizes that this vision will not be achieved overnight.
Nonetheless, the City believes that incremental changes can occur if
development is properly planned, designed, and implemented, The way in
which properties within Dublin Village are rehabilitated or developed in the
future will greatly influence its overall image. Adherence to the Design
Guidelines in Section 7 will ensure that the area's historic character and
flavor is retained and enhanced.
After the Design Guidelines were adopted in January 2005 that contained
the above vision, the Dublin Historic Park Draft Master Plan was drafted,
which incorporated many of the elements discussed, especially as they
related ,to the streetscape improvements and the future park/public space
expansion,
Exhibit 9 is a graphic illustration of how the Dublin Village Historic Area
could look after the public and private improvements are made. (The
diagram is for illustrative purposes only,)
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EXHIBIT 9: VISION DIAGRAM FOR THE DUBLIN VILLAGE HISTORIC AREA
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SECTION 5.3: PROPOSED LAND USE CATEGORIES
The following Specific Plan land use categories are created within the
Dublin Village Specific Plan area:
Retail/Office designation (,25 to ,60 FAR), which allows shopping
centers, retail shops, eating establishments, business and professional
offices, motels, and service stations,
Business Park/Industrial designation (.30 to .40 FAR), which permits
non-retail businesses such as research and development, light
manufacturing, and administrative offices.
Medium-High Density Residential designation, which permits
residential units at a density of 14-25 units per acre,
Parks and Public Recreation designation, which permits publicly-
owned parks and recreation facilities,
The land use categories and development densities are the same as those
in the Dublin General Plan, and are applied to the Specific Plan area as
illustrated in Exhibit 10.
The General Plan land use designation the for following parcels will
change as approximately 7,55 acres are redesignated from Retail/Office to
Parks/Public Recreation, as shown in Table 2,
Table 2: Specific Plan Land Use designations and General Plan Land Use Map amendments
Site Common Name (Owner) Address APN Existing GP land use Proposed Specific Plan and General Plan land
designation use designation
Dublin Square Shopping Ctr, 11759 Dublin Blvd, 941-1560-007-01 Retail/Office Parks/Public Recreation
(Berkeley Land Co,)
Green Store (Tri Valley Church of 11873 Dublin Blvd, 941-1550-004 Retail/Office Parks/Public Recreation
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Hawthorne Lane/ None 941-1560-005 Retail/Office Parks/Public Recreation
Pioneer Cemetery (City of Dublin)
Pioneer Cemetery (City of Dublin) None 941-1560-006 Retail/Office Parks/Public Recreation
Vacant parcel (Dublin Historical None 941-1560-003-03 Retail/Office Parks/Public Recreation
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SECTION 5.4: PERMITTED/CONDITIONAL LAND USES
Permitted, conditional, and temporary uses allowed in the Dublin Village
Specific Plan area are located in the City's Zoning Ordinance by zoning
district. Uses permitted (by right, conditionally, and otherwise) in the
Specific Plan area shall conform to Chapter 8,12 of the Dublin Zoning
Ordinance (Zoning Districts and Permitted Uses) as well as Chapter 8.62
(Historic Overlay Zoning District Site Development Review),
SECTION 5.5: DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS
Minimum lot size and dimensions, building height, setbacks, and other
development standardslregulations allowed in the Dublin Village Specific
Plan area are located in the City's Zoning Ordinance by zoning district,
unless different regulations are specifically noted in Section 6 (Historic,
Cultural, and Archeological Resource Preservation) and/or Section 7
(Design Guidelines) of this Specific Plan, All development in the Specific
Plan area shall conform to Chapter 8.36 of the Dublin Zoning Ordinance
(Development Regulations) as well as Chapter 8,62 (Historic Overlay
Zoning District Site Development Review), and any other applicable
development standards unless otherwise specified in this Specific Plan,
SECTION 5.6: MASTER PLAN FOR PARKS AND PUBLIC
RECREATION OPPORTUNITIES IN THE SPECIFIC PLAN AREA
The Dublin Heritage Center and surrounding properties embody all that
remains of the original Dublin Village settlement area, In an effort to re-
establish the City's historic heart, the City has been exploring the
possibility of expanding the Heritage Center and creating a Historic Park,
This Specific Plan, and accompanying General Plan Land Use Map
amendments, will change the land use designation on five parcels in the
Specific Plan area from Retail/Office to Parks/Public Recreation for the
purposes of expanding the existing historic park, A Master Plan for the
expanded Historic Park would implement the Specific Plan as it refines
plans for the physical development and improvements in the Historic Park,
The Historic Park will complement and expand the existing Heritage Center
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by providing additional facilities for the programs that already exist and will
enable the City to offer expanded services,
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SECTION 6
HISTORIC, CULTURAL, AND ARCHEOLOGICAL RESOURCE PRESERVATION
SECTION 6.1: HISTORIC RESOURCE PRESERVATION
6.1.1 Historic Resources Inventory
In 2003, the City contracted with architectural historians Page & Turnbull to
identify and map existing historic resources in the Dublin Village Specific
Plan area and to make recommendations for the continued preservation of
those resources,
The Historic Resources Identification Project (Final) was completed in
January 2004 and it identified several resources that should be protected
as development in the Dublin area continues. Some of these resources
have special status at either the State or Federal level, but all of them are
recommended to be formally recognized at the local level as well.
The adoption of this Specific Plan creates Dublin's Historic Resources
Inventory (HRI), The creation of the local Historic Resources Inventory
provides the community with the means to recognize those few remaining
resources that have a place in Dublin's history, including those resources
that might be significant to the immediate community but not significant at
the state or federal level. Due to the Historic Overlay Zoning District and
Dublin Village Design Guidelines that were adopted in January 2005,
which set forth the standards under which alternations to the structures
listed below can be conducted, inclusion of the properties on a local HRI
does not substantively change the status of the property,
The Historic Resources Inventory is comprised of the properties listed in
Table 3,
Table 3: Dublin Historic Resources Inventory
Resource Name Owner Location Special Status
St. Raymond's Church City of Dublin 6506 Donlon Way Combined to form the Dublin Heritage Center, St. Raymond's Church and Pioneer
Murray Schoolhouse City of Dublin 6600 Donlon Way Cemetery are recognized on the National Register of Historic Places, the California
Pioneer Cemetery City of Dublin No address Register of Historic Places, and as California Points of Historical Interest. Murray
Schoolhouse is potentially eligible for listing on the federal and state registers, and
is recoqnized as a California Point of Historical Interest.
Green Store Tri Valley Church of Christ 11873 Dublin Blvd, Recognized as a California Point of Historical Interest, appears to be eligible for
Iistino on both the California and National Registers.
Alamilla Springs Dublin 9-10b, LLC 7100 San Ramon Road Portion of the site that contains the remnant of Alamilla Spring appears to be
(Sprinos Apts,) eliqible for listinq on both the California and National Reoisters,
Ponderosa House Susan and Steven Hagan 6572 Donlon Way Significant at the local level, not eligible for listing on the California and National
Reoister,
Bonde House Fang Yuan Development 11760 Dublin Blvd, Significant at the local level, not eligible for listing on the California and National
Corp, Reoister,
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6.1.2 California State Department of Parks and Recreation Form 523
(Primary and Building/Structure/Object Record)
Page & Turnbull, Inc, prepared individual resource documentation forms
for all of the properties in the Dublin Village Specific Plan area in order to
assess their potential significance as a historical resource, The individual
forms for all properties listed on the Dublin HRI, typically referred to as a
"DPR Form 523", are in the survey format of the State Department of Parks
and Recreation, and are included in Appendix C of this document. Only
those DPR Form 523s for properties on Dublin's Historic Resources
Inventory are part of Appendix C. Each DPR Form 523 describes the
physical characteristics of the site and/or building as well as its historical
significance, and the DPR Form 523 functions as the official survey of the
historic property.
The DPR Form 523s of other (non-historic) buildings within the Specific
Plan area are included in Page & Turnbull's Historic Resources
Identification Project (Final), which can be obtained from the Dublin
Community Development Department upon request.
6.1.3 State and Federal resource recognition
In addition to recognition on the local Historic Resources Inventory, several
of Dublin's historic resources have also garnered acknowledgement at the
state and federal level.
State Recognition
According to Page & Turnbull, several historic records turned up during a
historic records search at the Northwest Information Center (NWIC) at
Sonoma State University, The Specific Plan area contains one recorded
historic-era site (CA-ALA-521 H), which includes St. Raymond's Church,
Pioneer Cemetery, Donlon Way (the original stagecoach route), Murray
School, the Green Store, and the remains of the Murray-Green homestead
(whose site has since been redeveloped), The NWIC database also listed
three State Points of Historical Interest: St. Raymond's Church (SPHI-
ALA-001), Murray School (SPHI-ALA-029), and the Green Store (SPHI-
ALA-032), California Points of Historical Interest are sites, buildings,
features, or events that are of local significance and have historical value,
The effects of designation by the State as a Point of Historical Interest are
as follows:
. Environmental review is required under the California
Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) if the property is due to be
impacted by a development project;
. The County Assessor may enter into a contract with the property
owner for a property tax reduction (Mills Act);
. The local Building Official must grant code alternatives provide
under the State Historic Building Code; and
. The Point of Historical Interest designation is recorded on the
property deed,
Federal Recognition
The National Register of Historic Places is the nation's official list of
buildings, structures, objects, and sites worthy of preservation because of
their significance in American history, architecture, archeology,
engineering, and/or culture, Authorized under the National Historic
Preservation Act of 1966, the National Register is part of a program to
coordinate and support public and private efforts to identify, evaluate, and
protect historic and archeological resources,
In 2005, Heritage Center Director Elizabeth Isles submitted a National
Register of Historic Places Registration Application Form to the United
States Department of the Interior and the California State Historic
Preservation Office, The application was approved, and this brought
official historic district designation to St. Raymond's Church and Pioneer
Cemetery,
The effects of designation on the National Register of Historic Places are
as follows:
. Tax incentives are available (in some cases) for the rehabilitation
of depreciable structures;
. A tax deduction is available for the donation of preservation
easements;
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. Consideration may be granted for federal funding under Section
106 of the National Historic Preservation Act;
. Environmental review is required under the California
Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) if the property is due to be
impacted by a development project;
. The property receives automatic listing in the California Register of
Historical Resources
. The County Assessor may enter into a contract with the property
owner for a property tax reduction (Mills Act);
. The local Building Official must grant code alternatives provide
under the State Historic Building Code; and
. The National Register designation is recorded on the property
deed,
Other historic resources in the Dublin Village Specific Plan area which
merit state or federal listing as individual resources, including the Green
Store and Alamilla Springs, were not included as a part of Dublin's National
Register application since they are not physically contiguous to the
Heritage Center. However, one of the implementation measures of this
Specific Plan is to pursue individual formal historic resource designations
for these two resources with the property owner's cooperation,
6.1.4 Recommendations for the preservation and treatment of
historic resources
Section 7.4 of the Specific Plan contains guidelines for the preservation
and enhancement of historic resources in the Dublin Village Specific Plan
area, The guidelines are based on key sections of the Secretary of the
Interior's Standards for the Treatment of Historic Resources, and are
intended to ensure that if a property on the Historic Resources Inventory is
proposed to be modified in any way, that it is done so with the utmost care
for its historical integrity,
Chapter 8,62 of the Dublin Zoning Ordinance (Historic Overlay Zoning
District), will ensure that the design guidelines in this Specific Plan are
followed to preserve the community's historical resources,
SECTION 6.2: CULTURAL AND ARCHEOLOGICAL
RESOURCE PRESERVATION
6.2.1 Cultural and Archeological Resource Inventory
In 2003, the City contracted with archeological firm William Self
Associates, Inc, to identify and map archeological resources in the Dublin
Village Specific Plan area and to make recommendations for the continued
preservation of those resources,
The Archeological Assessment Reporl for the Donlon Way Area Specific
Plan was completed in August 2003, and it summarized the type of and
state of the archeological resources in the Specific Plan area, Pursuant to
a records search through the Northwest Information Center (NWIC), there
were found to be eight archeological sites within a quarter mile radius of
the Specific Plan area, although no previously recorded prehistoric sites
were known within the area boundaries,
In addition to the records search, William Self Associates also conducted a
pedestrian survey of the Specific Plan area, where the archeologist walks
around the entire project area to look at things at the ground level. The
pedestrian survey resulted in the identification of one previously
unrecorded historic resource in the Specific Plan boundary, The exact
details of the discovery are kept confidential in order to ensure that the
resource is not disturbed, The pedestrian survey was also successful in
identifying Archeological High Probability areas within the Specific Plan
boundaries, Based on the existence of the archeological resources within,
and adjacent to, the Specific Plan area, the City's consultants, as well as
the NWIC, believe that there is a moderate to high probability of identifying
Native American archeological resources and a high probability of
encountering historic-period archeological resources within the area,
6.2.2 Native American Heritage Commission Consultation
The Native American Heritage Commission (NAHC) was consulted at two
different points during the Specific Plan study process, Once by Page &
Turnbull in 2003 during their research for the Historic Resources
Identification Project, and once by the City in 2006 during the writing of this
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Specific Plan, The NAHC was consulted to obtain a list of interested local
Native American representatives and was also contacted to provide
information on sacred lands within the Specific Plan area, The NAHC
responded to Page & Turnbull's request in 2003 and stated that "a search
of the sacred lands file has failed to indicate the presence of Native
American cultural resources in the immediate project area,"
In addition to the search conducted in the NAHC database, the local tribal
representatives were also contacted in both 2003 and 2006, but no
response was received, At this point, there is nothing that affirms the
presence of Native American resources within the Specific Plan area,
SECTION 6.3: CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT
(CEQA)
CEQA and the CEQA Guidelines contain provIsions relative to the
preservation of historic, prehistoric cultural, and archeological sites,
Section 15126.4 of the CEQA Guidelines directs public agencies to avoid
damaging effects on an archeological resource whenever possible, At the
time of any proposal that could impact a historic or archeological resource,
Section 15064,5 (Determining the Significance of Impacts on Historical and
Unique Archeological resources) of the CEQA Guidelines shall be
consulted and all requirements of this section shall be met in the course of
reviewing and implementing the project.
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SECTION 7
DESIGN GUIDELINES
Section 7 of the Specific Plan was originally created as a stand-alone
document called the Dublin Village Design Guidelines, which was adopted
by the City Council in January 2005, Since this Specific Plan has been
completed, the Design Guidelines are incorporated into this document for
ease of use,
SECTION 7.1 :
GUIDELINES
PURPOSE AND INTENT OF THE DESIGN
Dublin Village has a unique heritage as a historic crossroads,
Unfortunately, much of the area's history and heritage has been
compromised by the loss of historic resources and the construction of
contemporary commercial, office, and residential development in its place.
For that which remains, the way in which properties within Dublin Village
are rehabilitated or developed in the future will greatly influence its overall
image, The purpose of this section is to provide design guidelines to
ensure that future development is properly designed to achieve a desired
character and image, Property owners, architects, landscape architects,
engineers, project planners and designers are strongly encouraged to
review the applicable guidelines to gain an understanding of the City's
desired image and character for the area. City Staff, the Heritage and
Cultural Arts Commission, the Planning Commission, and the City Council
will use these guidelines to judge the merits of all development proposals
in the project area,
During their review of proposed development projects, City Staff, the
Planning Commission, and the City Council may use discretion in applying
various provisions in the design guidelines to specific projects, It is not
anticipated that each guideline will apply equally to every project. In some
cases, one or more of the guidelines may be relaxed to facilitate
compliance with a more important or appropriate guideline for that project.
When implementing the guidelines, the overall objective is to ensure that
the intent and spirit of the design guidelines are followed and that the
project respects its surroundings and honors the heritage and desired
character of the area,
The Design Guidelines are presented in four sections:
Section 7,2 presents design guidelines for all commercial, retail, and
office development projects.
Section 7,3 presents design guidelines for residential projects,
Section 7,4 presents design guidelines for the rehabilitation,
restoration, and preservation of resources within Dublin Village
that are listed on the Dublin Historic Resources Inventory
Section 7.5 presents design guidelines for streetscape improvements
and future public spaces,
Depending on the type of development, project proponents should review
all of the sections that apply to their project. Note that more than one
section might apply to the proposed project. For example, a proposed
commercial addition to a building or site on the Historic Resources
Inventory would require project proponents to consult the Commercial and
Mixed-Use Guidelines (Section 7,2) as well as the Historic Resource
Guidelines (Section 7.4), A residential project that requires streetscape
improvements would require project proponents to consult the Residential
Guidelines (Section 7.3) as well as the Streetscape Guidelines (Section
7.5), Project proponents should consult with the City of Dublin Planning
Staff to determine which sections of the Design Guidelines apply to their
project.
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SECTION 7.2
COMMERCIAL DESIGN GUIDELINES
Historic commercial architecture on Dublin Boulevard
This section provides design guidelines for future development
proposals within Dublin Village on properties with a commercial
land use designation. This section also applies to existing commercial
buildings that are being remodeled or renovated. Commercial
development proposals may include professional offices, service-
oriented businesses, retail businesses, restaurants and cafes, and
related commercial uses. Mixed-use proposals would integrate
multiple uses within a single building.
Adherence to the guidelines in this section will help facilitate the
future vision for the area by accomplishing the following overall
objectives:
· Encourage commercial and mixed-use architecture to emulate
the desired historic character and image of Dublin Village.
· Improve the relationship between buildings and the public
realm through appropriate site planning.
· Regulate the design and placement of signs to reduce sign
clutter on buildings and along streets.
· Provide adequate landscaping and lighting to reinforce the
desired image and character of the area.
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7.2.1 Architectural Guidelines
7.2.la Architectural Style and Character
The intent of these guidelines is not to require a certain architectural
style within Dublin Village. Rather, the intent is to encourage
commercial architecture to emulate the vernacular architecture that
once existed in Dublin Village. The term "vernacular" is a loosely
defined term, and in the United States, it often is used to describe a
number of different styles of architecture. Generally, vernacular
buildings were constructed with relatively small budgets and with
local materials and building techniques. Vernacular buildings were
sometimes based on popular styles ofthe time, but were much simpler
in form, detail, and function. For these reasons, the vernacular style
within one region can look substantially different than the vernacular
style of another region. The vernacular architecture of Dublin Village
is characterized by:
· A basic rectangular shaped building mass with a gable
roof
· An open-faced porch that extends the length of the front
fayade
· A porch overhang (either a shed roof or second story
balcony) supported by simple round or square columns
· Clapboard wood siding
· Vertically-oriented and rectangular-shaped windows
· Minor elements of Greek revival, Carpenter Gothic, and
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Buildings within Dublin Village should have a relatively basic and
simple building mass with a pedestrian-oriented scale. Large, bulky,
expansive, and long profile buildings should be avoided.
7.2.1c Building Form
The main body of the building should have a basic two-story
rectangular form with a full gable roof. The use of hip roofs and/or
dormers are also encouraged. A one or two story-projecting wing
with a compatible roof form may also extend from the rear or side of
the main body. Special building forms, such as a tower element, may
be appropriate, but should be limited to corner buildings at major
intersections. Long, one-story buildings with low profiles should be
avoided. Flat roofs, parapet roofs, and mansard roofs are discouraged.
7.2.1d Porches
An open-faced porch that extends the entire length ofthe front fa<;ade
is highly encouraged. The porch should be covered by either a shed
roof or a second story balcony. For buildings on corner lots, a
wrapping porch that extends along both street-facing facades of the
building is encouraged. Porches are also encouraged along building
facades that face public spaces, such as gardens, courtyards or plazas.
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7.2.1e Porch Design
The porch floor should be constructed with wood planks and should
be at least five feet in width to accommodate room to walk and space
for outdoor seating. If a disabled-access ramp is provided, the porch
may be slightly elevated (no more than 18 inches) above the sidewalk.
Regularly spaced wooden columns or posts should be used to support
the porch cover, either a shed roof or second story balcony. Columns
and posts should have a basic and simple design with limited details
and ornamentation. If railing is used on the porch or second-story
balcony, it should also have a basic and simple design that is
compatible with the columns and posts of the porch.
7.2.1f Building Height
Two story buildings are encouraged. A third story may be appropriate
if dormers are used to minimize the apparent scale and height of the
structure.
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7.2.1g Roof Pitch
Flat and extremely steep roofs are discouraged. Roof pitches should
generally have a rise to run ratio ranging from 3:8 to 5:8. Porch
roofs may have a pitch that is more flat than main roof ofthe building.
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Horizontal wood siding is the preferred exterior building material and wood or
composition shingles are the preferred roofing material
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7.2.1 i Building Materials
Wood- framed construction, horizontal wood siding (clapboard or drop
siding), and wood or composition roof shingles should be the main
building materials used in Dublin Village. Other building materials
that may be appropriate include:
· Vertical wood siding
· Wood shingle siding
· Brick or stone used as a building base or column base
Steel, glass block, metal siding, adobe, tile roofs, stucco, concrete,
concrete block, tile, the heavy use of brick and stone, and modern
building materials should be avoided.
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7.2.1j Building Colors
Buildings should be painted with simple and basic color applications
that were commonly used on vernacular buildings in the 1800s and
early 1900s. In general, white or off-white is the preferred color for
the fa9ade. However, a soft, natural, or muted color may be used to
provide variety within the district. In general, large buildings should
be painted with subtle color applications while more noticeable color
applications may be appropriate for smaller buildings. One or two
complementary accent colors should be used for building trim,
molding, window and door frames, and roof eaves. Bright, vibrant,
and fluorescent colors should be avoided.
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7.2.1k Window Fenestration
Windows should have a basic rectangular shape and should have a
vertical proportion and orientation. On the ground floor, two to three
windows should be placed together to create a larger opening for
storefronts.
Encourage windows that have a
vertical proportion and orientation
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proportion and orientation
7.2.11 Window Design
Basic and simple wood framed windows with multiple panes are
encouraged. Double hung, casement and fixed windows should be
used.
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be compatible with the design ofthe windows on the building. Double
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Building details should be basic and simple. Elaborate and intricate
details and ornaments would create a phony historic image and
character that does not reflect Dublin's true history and heritage and
should therefore be avoided. All details should be compatible with
character and style ofthe building.
Shutters should enclose the entire
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7.2.1p Stairways
Stairways should be compatible with the design of the building and
should not look like they were tacked on or added as an after thought.
The use of off-the shelf and ready-made stairs, railings, balustrades
should be avoided. If used, exterior stairways to the second floor of
the building should generally be located to the rear or side of the
building.
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7.2.1q Mixed-Use Buildings
Active and pedestrian friendly uses, such as retail shops, restaurants,
cafes, and beauty shops should be located on the ground floor of
mixed-use buildings. Professional offices would ideally be located
on upper floors and residential units (if appropriate) should be
reserved to upper floors. Upper floor businesses should have private
and secured entrances.
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7.2.1r Mechanical Equipment
Mechanical equipment, including heating ventilation and air
conditioning (HVAC) units and water and electrical meters, should
be screened from public view.
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Trash enclosures and other accessory structures
should be architecturally compatible with the other
buildings on the site
7.2.1s Accessory Structures
Accessory structures, such as trash enclosures and storage buildings,
should be architecturally compatible with the main building and should
use similar forms, materials, and color applications.
7.2.lt Gutters and Downspouts
Gutters and downspouts should relate to the style and lines of the
building. They should be painted to match either the trim or body
color of the structure. Downspouts should be located in the least
conspicuous locations, such as the rear or sides fa<;ade ofthe building.
7.2.1u Flashing and Vents
Vent pipes, flashing, and stacks that protrude through the roof should
be painted to match the color of the roof.
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7.2.2 Site Planning
7.2.2a Building Placement
Buildings should have a strong relationship with the street and
sidewalk. To maximize this relationship, buildings should:
.. Be sited adjacent to or close to the sidewalk and street;
· Have main entry facades that face the sidewalk and street;
and,
· Be oriented parallel to the street.
7.2.2b Outdoor Spaces
Development projects should include small and intimate outdoor
spaces, such as outdoor dining spaces, porches or patios, courtyards,
gardens, or plazas. Buildings should be intentionally sited and
designed to define these spaces.
7.2.2c Parking Lot Locations
Parking lots should be located behind buildings wherever possible.
Views of parking lots from streets, sidewalks, and public spaces should
be screened by buildings, landscaping, and/or wood fences to minimize
the visual impacts of automobiles and expansive surface parking lots.
7.2.2d Building Footprints
Within large development projects, the total square footage of the
project should be divided into several relatively small-scale buildings
rather than one large building that dominates the site.
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7.2.2e Driveway Locations
Driveways to parking lots should be located as far away as possible
from street intersections to minimize congestion and potential
interference with the flow of street traffic.
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The number of driveways should be minimized to reduce the potential
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automobiles entering and exiting the parking lot.
7.2.2g Shared Driveways
In order to minimize curb cuts, adjacent property owners and
businesses are strongly encouraged to share driveway access to parking
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7.2.2h Shared Parking
Shared parking lots should be used to serve multiple buildings or
uses on the same property. For mixed-use projects, private parking
lots or restricted parking spaces may be provided for residential units.
7.2.2i Pedestrian Circulation
Safe and convenient pedestrian paths should be provided between
building entrances, public sidewalks, on-site parking lots, and public
spaces.
Example of safe and convenient pedestrian path between parking lot
and public sidewalk
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7.2.2j Loading Facilities
If required, loading facilities should be located to the rear or side of
buildings and screened from public view by appropriate building
orientation, landscaping and fencing. Loading facilities should be
located to minimize circulation conflicts.
7.2.2k Trash Disposal Areas
To the extent feasible, trash disposal areas should be located to the
rear or side of buildings and should be screened from public view by
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7.2.21 Land Use Buffers
A combination of plant material, trees, and fencing screens may be
necessary to screen views of non-compatible uses on adjacent
properties. When required, landscaped buffers and setbacks should
protect the privacy of adjacent residential uses.
7.2.2m Heritage Trees and Resources
To the extent feasible, development projects should be designed to
preserve heritage trees and other heritage resources, such as the
Alamilla Springs. Courtyards, plazas, gardens, landscaped areas,
and other outdoor public spaces are encouraged near heritage trees
and heritage resources.
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them into the design of courtyards, plazas,
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7.2.3 Sign Guidelines
7.2.3a Sign Considerations
A master sign program should be developed and approved for each
new or remodeled building within Dublin Village. The sign program
should be developed based on the following guidelines:
· Consistent sign placement and design should be coordinated
with the overall design ofthe building fa<;ade.
· Signage should be limited to facades that have public entrances
to the building or public entrances to individual storefronts
and businesses.
· Signs should be subordinate to the overall building composition
and should never dominate the fa<;ade of the building.
· Signs should not cover or obscure windows, entrances, and
architectural elements or details.
· Commercial signs should not dominate or clutter the view of
the streetscape.
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development sites
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7.2.3b Appropriate Signage
The following types of commercial business signs are appropriate
for Dublin Village and should be encouraged:
· Wall Sign: A horizontally oriented sign that is attached flat
against the building fa<;ade and is oriented to pedestrians and
vehicles.
· Projecting Sign: A double-sided sign that projects
perpendicular to the building fa<;ade and hangs from a mounted
wall brace. Projecting signs are oriented towards pedestrians.
· Veranda Sign: A double-sided sign that hangs within the
veranda of the porch and is perpendicular to the building
fa<;ade. Veranda signs are oriented towards pedestrians.
· Hanging Porch Sign: A one-sided horizontally oriented
rectangular sign that hangs from a porch overhang and is
parallel to the building fa<;ade. Hanging signs are oriented
towards vehicles and pedestrians.
· Directory Sign: A vertically oriented rectangular sign that is
attached flat against the building fa<;ade and serves as a
directory for upper floor businesses and uses. Directory signs
are oriented towards pedestrians.
· Monument Signs: A freestanding sign that is located near the
sidewalk because the primary structure or business is setback
from the street. Monument signs are oriented towards
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7.2.3c Inappropriate Signs
The following signs are not appropriate for Dublin Village and should
be avoided:
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· Signs with flashing or moving lights
· Electronic readerboard signs
· Signs that produce smoke or sound
· Signs with animated or moving features
· Signs with windblown features
· Painted window advertisements
· Signs that advertise products or the price of products sold
within the business
· Permanent advertising signs
· Changeable letter marquees (except for gas station signs for
gas prices)
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7.2.3d Guidelines for Wall Signs
Several locations may be appropriate for wall signs, including the
space above the building or storefront entrance, the space between
the porch overhang and second story windows, or the space between
windows and the roof fascia. When multiple wall signs are used on a
building, their placement should generally be consistent throughout
the fa<;ade. The height of the sign should not exceed two feet and six
inches, the maximum length should be 24 feet, and the maximum size
is 60 square feet. The sign may extend out from the building facade
byamaximumof12 inches.
7.2.3e Guidelines .lor Projecting Signs
Projecting signs should generally be mounted on the wall near the
business entrance. They may also be mounted to a porch column or
post and project over the sidewalk. The sign should not project more
than four feet from the building fa<;ade (or the porch column or post).
At least six inches of free space should be provided between the sign
and the building fa<;ade (or the column or post). Eight feet of vertical
clearance should be provided between the floor of the sidewalk and
the bottom ofthe projecting sign. The total area ofthe sign should not
exceed 10 square feet.
7.2.3/ Guidelinesfor Veranda Signs
Veranda signs should generally hang from the porch overhang near
the business entrance. Eight feet of vertical clearance should be
provided between floor of the porch and the bottom ofthe projecting
sign. At least one foot of free space should be provided between the
sign and the building fa<;ade and the sign and the porch column or
post. The total height ofthe sign should not exceed eighteen inches.
The total area of the sign should not exceed 10 square feet.
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Hanging signs should be centered between the columns or posts of
the porch overhang. At least one foot of free space should be provided
between the sign and porch columns or posts. Eight feet of vertical
clearance should be provided between the floor of the porch and the
bottom ofthe hanging sign. The maximum length ofthe sign should
not exceed 10 feet, the maximum height of the sign should not exceed
two feet and six inches, and the maximum sign size is 25 square feet.
7.2.3h Guidelines for Directory Signs
Directory signs should be placed at eye level on the exterior fayade
of the building near the ground floor entrance to the upper floor uses.
The address of the building and the names and suite numbers of the
businesses on all floors should be included on the directory. Directory
signs should have a basic rectangle shape and vertical orientation.
The total area ofthe sign should not exceed 6 square feet.
7.2.3i Guidelines for Monument Signs
The use of monument signs should be limited to buildings with multiple
tenants or large shopping centers or office complexes. The name of
the development (such as Dublin Village Shopping Center) and the
main tenants (such as Village Grocery Store) should be included on
the Monument Signs. A maximum of three tenant signs should be
included on the sign to reduce clutter. The maximum height of
monument signs should be limited to five feet. The maximum length
should be 10 feet. Monuments signs should be ali!,rned perpendicular
to the street and should be placed near driveway entrances. All
monument signs should be highlighted with special landscaping
treatments and should not exceed 50 square feet.
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7.2.3j Sign Area
The total area of all wall signs and hanging porch signs on a building
fa<;:ade should not exceed a ratio of one square foot of sign area per
one linear foot offa<;:ade length. For example, if a building fa<;:ade is
100 feet long, the total area of all wall and hanging porch signs on the
fa<;:ade should not exceed 100 square feet.
7.2.3k Number afSigns
The number of signs on a building should generally be limited to
reduce sign clutter.
7.2.31 Sign Design
Signs that show depth and cast shadows are encouraged. Depth and
shadows can be created by mounting individually cut letters and
symbols on the sign base or by carving the letters and symbols into
the wood. Panelized frames around the sign edge are also encouraged.
7.2.3m Sign Materials
Sign materials should compliment the building fa<;:ade. Wood and
wrought iron are the preferred material for signs. Modem materials
and highly reflective materials, such as plastic, fiberglass, steel, and
aluminum should be avoided. Brick, stone, and wood are appropriate
materials for monument signs.
7.2.3n Sign Colors
Sign colors should compliment the building fa<;:ade. The color of
letters and symbols should contrast the base or background color of
the sign to maximize readability. In general, no more than three colors
should be used within a sign. Basic and simple color applications
are encouraged, and vibrant and fluorescent colors should be avoided.
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7.2.30 Sign Symbols
Signs that have symbols, characters, or graphics are encouraged. The
symbol, character, or graphic should relate to the products sold in the
business or to the name of the business.
7.2.3p Sign Typology
Simple and easy-to-read typefaces should be used on commercial
signs. Hard-to-read and overly intricate typeface styles should be
avoided.
7.2.3q Sign Lighting
Signs within Dublin Village should be externally illuminated by simple
lighting fixtures that are compatible with the design of the building.
Light should be directed and shielded to illuminate the sign frame and
not spill over to other parts ofthe building or site. Neon and internally
illuminated box signs are discouraged.
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7.2.4 Lighting Guidelines
7.2.4a Site Lighting
Adequate lighting should be provided throughout the site to create a
safe and non-threatening environment. Parking lots, pedestrian
walkways, signs, building entrances, service areas, and trash disposal
area should be lighted for safety purposes. Lighting should be provided
at regular intervals to prevent the creation oflight and dark pockets.
Dark pockets can create uncomfortable areas for pedestrians and
provide opportunities for criminals to hide in dark shadows.
Overlighting the building and site should also be avoided. Over
lighting can create a "prison-yard" look and can ruin desired nighttime
ambience.
Avoid building and site ligting that creates dark
pockets along the streets cape
7.2.4b Light Design
Light posts and fixtures should reflect the historic character and image
ofthe area. In general, a basic metal light post and fixture with simple
details and limited ornaments should be used. Light posts should be
appropriately scaled to pedestrians. Extremely tall and modem light
posts and fixtures should be avoided.
7.2.4c Glare
All exterior lights should be designed and located so that only the
intended area is illuminated and off-site glare is controlled.
Examples of appropriate lighting
fixtures
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7.2.5 Landscaping Guidelines
7.2.5a Indigenous Drought-Tolerant Plant Material
Commercial, office and mixed-use properties should be landscaped
with indigenous and drought-tolerant plant materials. Landscaping
treatments should include a variety of trees, grasses, shrubs, and
wildflowers. A list of recommended landscaping trees is provided
in Appendix A.
7.2.5b Flowerpots and Planter Boxes
Flowerpots and planter boxes are encouraged to add color and variety
to the landscape. Flowerpots and planter boxes are encouraged on
building porches, second-story balconies, and below windows.
Flowerpots that hang from porch overhangs and columns are also
encouraged. Flowerpots and planter boxes should be compatible with
the architecture of the building. In general, wood flowerpots and
planter boxes with a simple and basic design should be used. Clay,
stone, ceramic, and concrete flowerpots and planters should be
avoided.
7.2.5c Walkways
Pedestrian walkways should be enhanced with attractive landscaping
and trees to improve the pedestrian experience. Vine covered trellises
over walkways are also encouraged. Pedestrian walkways should
be designed with a permeable pavement, such as turf block,
decomposed granite, or gravel. Brick, natural stone, or concrete unit
pavers with permeable joint material (sand) may also be appropriate
for certain areas.
Examples of appropriate landscaping treatments
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Appropriate use of fencing and landscaping to
screen public views of parking lots
Appropriate landscaping for parking lots
7.2.5d Fences and Screens
Fencing should be used to screen views of parking lots, trash disposal
areas, service areas, and loading facilities. Basic and simple wooden
fences are encouraged and chain-link, concrete block, stucco, brick,
and stone fences or walls should be avoided. Fences that are used as
a screening device should be four to six feet in height. The top two
feet of the fence should be at least 50 percent opaque. Vines and
shrubs should be planted in front ofthe fence to soften its appearance
and to deter graffiti.
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designed screening fence
7.2.5e Parking Lot Landscaping
The perimeter of parking lots should be landscaped with a variety of
trees and low-lying shrubs and plant materials. The landscaping edge
should be at least five feet wide. Trees should be regularly spaced to
provide a canopy of shade for the parking lot. Planters with trees
should be used within center parking aisles. In general, trees should
be planted along the edge of the parking lot at a ratio of one tree for
every three to four parking spaces. Within the interior of the site, one
tree should be provided for every ten parking spaces.
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Examples of parking surfaces with porous pavement
7.2.5j Parking Lot Pavement
To the extent feasible, porous surfaces should be incorporated into
the design of parking lots to reduce the volume and rate of stormwater
runoff. A possible example would be a hybrid parking lot, which is
designed with a combination of pervious and impervious surfaces.
The driveway aisles are typically covered with asphalt, while the
parking stalls are designed with a pervious surface, such as
decomposed granite, gravel, or turf block. Another solution is the
parking grove. Parking groves use a grid of trees and bollards to
delineate parking stalls. Parking stalls and driving aisles are
constructed of a permeable surface, such as gravel, decomposed
granite, or turf blocks to reduce the amount of impervious surface,
thereby reducing the rate and volume of stormwater runoff. Parking
groves not only provide shade for cars, but also present an attractive
open space when cars are absent. They can also be used for community
events, such as festivals and farmers markets.
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SECTION 7.3
RESIDENTIAL DESIGN GUIDELINES
Examples of historic residential homes in
Dublin
This chapter provides general design guidelines for future residential
development proposals within Dublin Village on properties with
residential land use designations. This chapter also applies to existing
residential buildings that are being remodeled or renovated.
Adherence to the guidelines in this chapter will help facilitate the
future vision for the area by accomplishing the following overall
objectives:
· Encourage residential products that will honor the image and
character of historic Dublin Village.
· Design residential buildings with traditional and functional
forms, basic details, and simple ornamentation to honor and
emulate the historic residential architecture ofthe area.
· Incorporate traditional neighborhood design principles into
the planning and design of future residential development
projects.
· Provide adequate landscaping and lighting to reinforce the
desired image and character of the area.
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7.3.1 Types of Residential Development
7.3.1a Appropriate types of Residential Development
New residential development in Dublin Village should honor the image
and character of historic Dublin Village by emulating the
characteristics of homes that once existed in the area. Residential
development in historic Dublin Village generally consisted of single-
family homes. Most homes were relatively small and modest, and
few, such as Green's Mansion, were larger and more elaborate.
The types of residential development in Dublin Village should
generally be limited to small to moderate-sized single-family homes
and appropriately designed multiplex homes. Multiplex homes are
multifamily apartments or condominiums that are designed to resemble
a single family home. A multiplex home generally has two to eight
units. Multi-plex homes that resemble single-family homes can be
placed adjacent to single family lots without compromising the
character and image of the street or the neighborhood.
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Avoid large single-family homes
Avoid large apartment/condominium complexes
7.3.1b Inappropriate types of Residential Development
Extremely large single-family homes, mansions, contemporary
apartment! condominium complexes and gated residential communities
would not be compatible with the desired image and character of
Dublin Village, and should generally be avoided.
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7.3.2 Architectural Guidelines
7.3.2a Architectural Style and Character
Homes in historic Dublin Village were relatively modest and had
traditional and functional forms, basic details, and simple
ornamentation. New residential architecture should have a style and
character that honors and emulates these characteristics. Specific
residential styles that are appropriate include:
· Local Vernacular
· Folk Victorian
· Craftsman/California Bungalow
Local Vernacular
The term "vernacular" is a loosely defined tenn, and in
the United States it often is used to describe a number
of different styles of architecture. Generally, vernacular
buildings were constructed with relatively small budgets
and with local materials and building techniques.
Vernacular buildings were sometimes based on popular
styles of the time, but were much simpler in form, detail,
and function. For these reasons, the vernacular style
within one region can look substantially different than
the vernacular style of another region. Vernacular homes
in historic Dublin Village were generally defined by
basic function, simple forms, and plain details. Most
vernacular homes were basic wood-framed structures
with gable roofs, open-faced front porches, clapboard
siding, and simple details and ornamentation.
Examples of Vernacular homes
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Examples of Folk Victorian homes
Folk Victorian
The classic Victorian styles (Gothic Revival, Italianate,
Second Empire, Stick Style, Romanesque Revival, and
Shingle Style) were generally designed by professional
architects, and were built mostly by the wealthy.
However, the lower reaches of the middle class
certainly shared the same urge to have a fashionable
Victorian house at the time. As a result they built
cheaper, smaller, and plainer homes that included some
elements of style from Victorian architecture. In
essence, they built a Victorian home for plain and
regular "folks". Folk Victorian homes were very
similar to vernacular homes. The main difference was
that a Folk Victorian had Victorian elements, such as
spindle wood porch details of jigsaw cut trim.
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Craftsman/California Bungalow
The philosophy ofthe Craftsman bungalow is based on principles of
honesty, integrity, and a return to nature. Natural woods, shingles,
earth colors, brick, stone, river rock, and heavy structural beams
signified compatibility with nature. Exposed structural elements and
rafters represented openness, honesty and integrity. The California
Bungalow is a smaller, more streamlined version of the Craftsman
Bungalow. The California Bungalow is a builder's interpretation of
the architect -designed Craftsman Bungalow. Mass production allowed
builders to construct California Bungalows quicker and at a more
reasonable cost to keep up with California's rapid population growth.
Craftsman and California bungalows are generally characterized by
low pitch gable roofs, stone or brick building and column bases,
clapboard or shingle siding, exposed structural elements and rafters,
large front porches, square or tapered columns supporting a gable
porch roof, overhanging eaves, and large front windows.
Examples of Craftsman/California Bungalow homes
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7.3.2b Discouraged Architectural Styles and Character
There are many traditional architectural styles that were not present
in historic Dublin Village. If future residential homes are designed in
these styles, a false sense of heritage and historic character could be
created. Therefore, architectural styles that were not present in the
area should be avoided. Examples of these styles include:
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large, bulky apartment/condominium buildings should be avoided. If
a multifamily development is proposed, multiplex homes are
encouraged to reduce the apparent mass and scale ofthe development.
A multiplex home is a residential product that is designed to resemble
a single-family home while providing multiple residences under one
roof. Multiplex homes should generally have two to eight units within
one building. Additional units may be appropriate ifthey are designed
with adequate articulation and are compatible with the scale and
character of the area.
7.3.2d Building Forms and Elements
Building forms and elements should be compatible with the
architectural design ofthe home. In general, forms and elements that
were commonly used in traditional homes should be used for both
single-family and multiplex development projects. The main body of
the home should have a basic one to two story rectangular shape.
Front, side, or rear wings may project from the main body to provide
additional square footage for the home and to provide articulation to
the building. The entire home should be covered with a full hip or
gable roof. The pitch of the roof should be compatible with the style
of the structure. Dormers are also encouraged. Flat, shed, mansard,
and parapet roofs should be avoided. Open-faced front porches,
verandahs, and recessed or projected balconies are strongly
encouraged.
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7.3.2e Side and Rear Facades
The design of side and rear fa<;ades should not be minimized just
because it is screened from public view. Side and rear facades should
be stylistically the same as the front fa<;ade and should utilize the
same forms, materials, colors, and details as the front fa<;ade.
7.3.2f Building Height
One to two story homes are encouraged. A third story may be
appropriate for some residential buildings. If proposed, the third
story should utilize dormers to reduce the apparent height and scale
of the building.
7.3.2g Building Materials
Building materials should reflect the traditional and historic character
of Dublin Village. The following materials are encouraged:
· Horizontal wood siding (Clapboard, drop, or bevel siding)
· Vertical wood siding
· Shingle siding
· Rock, natural cut stone, or brick used for building bases,
column bases, and chimneys
· Timber construction used in trellises, overhangs, balconies,
and other appropriate architectural elements
· Wood or composition shingles as roofs
Steel, glass block, metal siding, adobe, tile roofs, stucco, concrete,
concrete block, tile, the heavy use of brick and stone, and modern
materials should be avoided.
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applications should be compatible with the architectural style of the
home. In general, white, off-white, light gray, or a natural, mild or
subdued color should be used for as the base color. One or two
complimentary accent colors should be used for building trim, molding,
window and door frames, and roof eaves. Bright, vibrant, and
fluorescent colors should be avoided.
7.3.2i Window Fenestration
The placement and orientation of windows should generally be
compatible with the architectural style of the home. In general,
windows should have a basic rectangular shape and should have a
vertical proportion and orientation.
7.3.2j Window and Door Design
The design of windows and doors should be compatible with the
style of the home. In general, wood framed fixed, double hung, or
casement windows are encouraged. Aluminum or vinyl-framed
windows should be avoided. Wooden doors with raised panels and
appropriately design windows are encouraged.
7.3.2k Window and Door Shutters
If used, window and door shutters should have a width that would
enclose the entire window and door opening when closed. Panelized
wood, louvered wood, or plank wood shutters are required.
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7.3.21 External Stairways
Stairways should be compatible with the design ofthe home and should
not look like they were tacked on or added as an after thought. The
use of off-the shelf and ready-made stairs, railings, balustrades should
be avoided. If used, exterior stairways to the second floor of the
home should generally be screened from public view and should be
located to the rear or side of the home.
7.3.2m Building Details and Ornamentation
To respect the simple and modest character and image of the area,
building details and ornamentation should be relatively basic and
simple. All details should be compatible with character and style of
the building.
7.3.2n Detached Garages, Public Mailboxes, Accessory Units, and
Trash Enclosures
Detached garages, accessory units, public mail boxes, trash enclosures
and other small structures should be architecturally compatible with
the main building and should use similar forms, materials, and color
applications.
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Stairways should be
compatible with the
design of the home
Detached garages, accessory units, and public mailboxes should be
compatible with the design of the home
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Views of mechanical
equipment and utility
boxes should be
appropriately screened
Views of mechanical
equipment and utility
boxes should be
appropriately screened
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mechanical equipment
and utility boxes
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7.3.20 Mechanical Equipment and Utility Meters
Mechanical equipment, including heating ventilation and air
conditioning (HVAC) units and water and electrical meters, should
be screened from public view.
7.3.2p Gutters and Downspouts
Gutters and Downspouts should relate to the style and lines of the
home and should be painted to match the trim or body color of the
structure. Downspouts should be located in the least conspicuous
locations, such as side or rear facades. Whenever possible,
downspouts should drain to a landscaped area, rather than a cement
or asphalt driveway.
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7.3.3 Site Planning
7.3.3a Traditional Neighborhood Design Principles
To the extent feasible, new residential developments within Dublin
Village should be designed with traditional neighborhood design
principles. Traditional residential neighborhoods have a variety of
housing types, sizes, and densities. Most homes are placed relatively
close to the street and are designed with front porches to encourage
informal interaction along the public street. Garages are usually
detached from the home and located to the rear of the lot. Either a
narrow side driveway or a rear alleyway provides access to the
detached garage. Many single- family homes also have an accessory
unit, which provides additional rental housing opportunities. Streets
are designed to calm traffic and to encourage walking and pedestrian
activity. Streets have sidewalks, landscaped planter strips with
regularly spaced trees, and relatively narrow street widths. Many
streets have on-street parallel parking on one or both sides of the
street.
7.3.3b Streets
New streets (public or private) should be designed with sidewalks to
encourage walking, landscaped planter strips with street trees to
provide shade and visual diversity, and relatively narrow street widths
(curb to curb) to calm or slow down vehicle traffic. Whenever
possible, thru streets (rather than cul-de-sacs) are encouraged to
improve connections and accessibility.
7.3.3c Driveway Locations
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Attached garages should
be setback at least five
feet from the front
The preferred
location of
garages and
parking areas is
to the rear of
homes
Varied lot widths provide
opportunities for
different sized homes
Varied front yard setbacks
(10 to 20 feet from the
property line) add visual
interest to the streetscape
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Properly designed Multiplex
homes can coexist with
single-family homes
Garages should not dominate the view of the home
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Driveways should be located as far away as possible from street
intersections to minimize congestion and potential interference with
the flow of street traffic. The number of driveways should be
minimized to reduce the potential for conflicts between pedestrians
and automobiles. Rear alleyways and/or shared driveways should
be considered to minimize curb cuts.
7.3.3d Lots
A variety of lot widths should be provided to allow for a variety of
different types and sizes of residential development along the
streetscape, including single-family homes and multiplex homes.
7.3.3e Building Placement
Homes should be sited at variable front yard setbacks to establish
different patterns of visible open space and to add visual interest
along the streetscape. A continuous line of homes with the same
setback should be avoided. Homes should generally be sited parallel
to the street and within close proximity of the sidewalk (within 10 to
20 feet of the front property line) to help define the streetscape.
Garages, carports, and parking area should be located behind the
home to minimize the visual impacts of cars and garage doors. Ifthe
garage cannot be located behind the home, then it should be setback
at least 5 feet from the front favade to minimize its visual appearance.
In all instances, garages should not dominate streetscape views, and
should be visually subordinate to the home.
7.3)[ Parking Lots and Carport Locations
Parking lots for multiplex homes should be located to the rear of the
building and should be accessible from either a rear alleyway or side
driveways.
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Large residential developments should include an outdoor community
space for their residents. Appropriate outdoor spaces may include a
public garden, community pool, or small park or tot-lot. These spaces
should be visible from public streets and/or residential units to provide
opportunities for informal surveillance, thereby increasing the security
and safety of the space. Spaces that are "walled off' and screened
from public view feel isolated and unsafe, and therefore should be
avoided.
Example of a small public space for a residential
development project
7.3.3h Pedestrian Circulation
Safe and convenient pedestrian walkways should be provided between
all entrances to homes, public sidewalks, on-site parking areas, trash
disposal area, public mailboxes, and other community spaces. For
multiplex homes, common walkways should not be located
immediately adjacent to the building. A landscaped planting area
should be located between the walkway and the home to provide
some privacy for the residential units.
7.3.3i Trash Disposal Areas
To the extent feasible, trash disposal areas should be located to the
rear or side of homes, and should be screened from public view by
trash enclosures, landscaping, or fencing.
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7.3.3j Mail Boxes
Public mailboxes should be located in highly visible and heavy use
areas for convenience, to allow casual social interaction, and to
promote safety.
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in a highly visible and
heavy use area
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7.3.4 Lighting Guidelines
7.3.4a Site Lighting
Residential developments should have adequate lighting to create the
perception of a safe, secure, and non-threatening environment. Parking
lots, rear alleyways, pedestrian walkways, public mailboxes, all
building entrances, porches and balconies, service areas, community
spaces, and trash disposal area should have appropriate sources of
light. The style and design of all exterior lights should be compatible
with the architectural style and character ofthe home.
Direct site lighting so that only the
intended area is illuminated and to
control off-site glare
7.3.4b Site Lighting
Site lighting should be designed to shine downward on adjacent
sidewalks. Streetlights should be directed and shielded so that they
do not shine into residential windows. Light posts and fixtures should
reflect the historic character and image of the area. In general, a
basic metal light post and fixture with simple details and ornaments
should be used. Light posts should be scaled to pedestrians and should
generally have a height less than 15 feet. Tall and modem light posts
and fixtures should be avoided.
7.3.4c Glare
All exterior lighting should be designed and located so that only the
intended area is illuminated and off-site glare is controlled.
Site lighting should not shine directly
into residential windows
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7.3.5 Landscaping Guidelines
7.3.5a Indigenous Drought-Tolerant Plant Material
Residential properties should be landscaped with indigenous and
drought-tolerant plant materials. Landscaping treatments should
include a variety of trees, grasses, shrubs, and wildflowers.
Landscaping within front yards, common areas, and areas visible to
the public should be regularly maintained to be free of weeds,
overgrown vegetation, and trash. A list of recommended landscaping
trees is provided in Appendix A.
7.3.5b Walkways
The edges of pedestrian walkways should be enhanced with attractive
landscaping and trees to improve the pedestrian experience. Vine
covered trellises over walkways are also encouraged. Special
materials, such as porous concrete pavers, stone, gravel, and brick,
are encouraged in the design of pedestrian walkways.
7.3.5c Fences
Front yard fences are encouraged to add to the character and image of
the area. All fencing material within the front yard setback should be
no more than three feet high and should be semi-transparent. Taller
fences that are up to six feet tall can be constructed around the side
and rear yard. Wood is the preferred material for fences. Chain link
fences, barbed wire, concertina wire, concrete block, and stucco
materials should be avoided. All fences over 3 feet in height should
be setback from sidewalks and public walkways by approximately
five feet. Vines and shrubs should be planted between the fence and
sidewalk to soften its appearance and to deter graffiti.
Example of appropriate front yard
landscaping and fencing
Example of landscaped pedestrian path
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7.3.5d Hol~vwood Driveways
Single-width Hollywood driveways should be used to reduce the
amount of impervious surface on a project site. A Hollywood
driveway has a grass strip down the middle of the driving aisle.
Example of Hollywood Driveway
7.3.5e Parking Lot Pavement
To the extent feasible, porous surfaces should be incorporated into
the design of parking areas to reduce the volume and rate of stormwater
runoff. A possible example would be a hybrid parking lot, which is
designed with a combination of pervious and impervious surfaces.
The driveway aisles are typically covered with an impervious
concrete material, while the parking stalls are designed with a pervious
surface, such as crushed aggregate, gravel, or turfblock.
7.3.5f Land Use Buffers
A combination of plant material, trees, and fencing screens may be
necessary to screen views of adjacent properties with non-compatible
land uses. When required, landscaped buffers and setbacks should
protect the privacy of residential units and adjacent uses to the extent
feasible.
Examples of parking surfaces with porous pavement
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SECTION 7.4
GUIDELINES FOR THE PRESERVATION AND
ENHANCEMENT OF HISTORIC RESOURCES
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St. Raymond's Church
Alamilla Springs
Murray Schoolhouse
Pioneer Cemetery
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Ponderosa House
7.4.1 Applicability
The design guidelines in this chapter apply to all structures and
resources on the Dublin Historic Resources Inventory that are listed
or eligible for listing on the National Register of Historic Places or
the California Register of Historic Resources. These resources
include:
· St. Raymond's Church;
· Old Murray Schoolhouse;
· Pioneer Cemetery;
· Green Store; and,
· Alamilla Springs.
Property owners of those resources on the Dublin Historic Resources
Inventory that are historically significant at the local level are also
strongly encouraged to comply with these guidelines. These resources
include:
· Ponderosa House; and,
· Bonde House
The design guidelines that follow are general in nature. They identifY
the preferred preservation and rehabilitation techniques for existing
structures, and provide additional guidance for additions and infill
development on properties with historic resources.
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7.4.2 Secretary oflnterior's Standards
7.4.2a Use of the Secretary of Interior s Standards and Guidelines
Property owners are strongly encouraged to utilize the Secretary of
the Interior s Standards jor the Treatment of Historic Resources
With Guidelines for Preserving. Rehabilitating, Restoring, and
Reconstructing Historic Buildings when restoring, preserving, or
rehabilitating a historically significant structure or property, which
would include all properties on the Dublin Historic Resource
Inventory. The standards and guidelines are available at the City of
Dublin Community Development Department and can be reviewed
on line at http://www2.cr.nps.gov/tps/Standards/index.htm.
The United States Secretary of Interior is responsible for preparing
standards and guidelines to determine the appropriateness of work to
be done on properties qualifying for the Federal Historic Preservation
Fund grant program. These standards and guidelines are found in the
Secretary of the Interior s Standards for the Treatment of Historic
Resources With Guidelines for Preserving, Rehabilitating,
Restoring. and Reconstructing Historic Buildings (commonly
referred to as the Secretary ofInterior's Standards). The Secretary
ofInterior's Standards have also been widely used for other purposes.
Federal and state agencies that own and manage properties listed on
the National Register of Historic Places utilize the standards and
guidelines to rehabilitate and preserve their resources. They are
also used to determine if a rehabilitation effort qualifies as a "Certified
Rehabilitation", which gives property owners certain tax benefits. In
addition, state and local officials have adopted and used the standards
and guidelines for their preservation efforts.
The intent of the Secretary ofInterior's Standards is to assist with the
long-term preservation of a property's historical significance through
the preservation of historic materials and features. The Standards
pertain to all types of historic buildings, and address both the exterior
and interior of the building. They also address related landscape
features and the building's site and environment, as well as attached,
adjacent, or related new construction.
The Secretary ofInterior's Standards provide general information to
determine the appropriate treatments of historic properties. They are
written in broad terms to apply to all types of building styles, materials,
and construction techniques. They are designed to assist in the
understanding of the basic concepts and principles of preservation,
rehabilitation, restoration and reconstruction. These categories are
described below:
· Restoration: the act or process of accurately depicting the
form, features, and character of a property as it appeared at a
particular period of time by means of the removal of features
from other periods in its history and reconstruction of the
missing features from the restoration period.
· Preservation: the act or process of applying measures
necessary to sustain the existing form integrity, and materials
of a historic property.
· Rehabilitation: the act or process of making possible a
compatible use for a property through repair, alterations, and
additions while preserving those portions or features that
convey its historical, cultural, or architectural values.
· Reconstruction: the act or process of depicting, by means of
new construction, the form, features, and detailing of a non-
surviving site, landscape, building, structure or object for the
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purpose of replicating its appearance at a specific period of
time and in its historic location.
7.4.3 Key Restoration, Rehabilitation, and Preservation
Guidelines
The guidelines in this section are based on the key restoration,
rehabilitation, and preservation guidelines from Secretary of the
Interior s Standards for the Treatment of Historic Resources With
Guidelines for Preserving, Rehabilitating, Restoring, and
Reconstructing Historic Buildings. Adherence to these guidelines
for restoration or rehabilitation of a structure or resource on the Dublin
Historic Resource Inventory will permit a categorical exemption for
the purposes of California Environmental Quality Act review (CEQA
Guidelines section 15331).
7.4.3a Research
Property owners should consider conducting some research before
designs for alterations or rehabilitation projects are prepared.
Research should include determining the appearance of the building
at the time of its original construction and a physical examination to
determine if the significant historic fabric has been altered and can
be recovered, restored, or reconstructed.
7.4.3b Repair and Replace First
It is always better to repair than to replace. Original architectural
features on a building should be repaired and restored to the extent
feasible. When restoration is not possible, original materials should
be used ifthey are available. Ifthe original material is not available,
then substitution materials should incorporate the design, texture, color,
and form that conveys the visual appearance ofthe original material.
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Care should be taken to match the original pattern, thickness, color,
width, and texture as closely as possible.
Encouraged
7.4.3c Character-Defining Features
The character-defining features of the building style need to be
preserved and not removed or altered. Rehabilitation efforts should
not add features or details to a building to create a phony character or
false image of the building's history. Rather, rehabilitation efforts
should reuse existing and appropriate features that are genuine to the
actual historic image and character of the structure.
Original fronl porch relained
7.4.3d Foundations
Materials used to repair or replace foundations should be consistent
with the architectural style of the building. The application of mortar
or other structural features should match the original material, design,
craftsmanship, textures, and colors of the foundation.
Example of a proper rehabilitation that preserves
the character defining features of the building
Discouraged
7.4.3e Exterior Walls
When repairing or remodeling exterior wall surfaces, the original
exterior building materials should be retained. If original materials
cannot be repaired or restored, then replacement materials should
match the original materials as closely as possible. A mismatch of
materials of different types, sizes, shapes, textures, or finishes should
be avoided. Wood siding should never be replaced with stucco or
aluminum or vinyl siding in an attempt to "modernize" the building.
These material substitutions destroy the architectural integrity ofthe
building.
New exlerior slair
10 seconC1 floor
Porch enc/oseC1
fronl door changeC1
Example of an improper rehabilitation
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7.4.3/ Brick and Masonry
If it is necessary to replace a few bricks within a chimney or wall,
then the replacement bricks should match the existing size, color, and
texture ofthe existing bricks to the greatest extent possible. Original
brick patterns should be followed when reconstructing brick walls.
The pattern should be compatible with the character and image ofthe
building. The repair of mortar joints should be performed by an
experienced professional to insure that the joints are consistent within
the wall.
7.4.3g Paint and Color
Buildings should be painted with original building colors. If the
original color is not known, then the building should be painted with
a color that is consistent with the architectural style of the building.
The application of heavy layers of paint can often obscure the integrity
of building materials and details, and therefore should be avoided.
Building materials that were historically painted should not be
recovered with stain or varnish.
7.4.3h Porches
There is often a desire to modernize or change the appearance of a
structure by altering the porch. Many porches have been enclosed to
add additional indoor space. Other porches have been modified with
new overhangs, stairs, rails, balustrades, and support columns.
Alterations to the original design of porches and porch details should
be avoided as they jeopardize the historic integrity ofthe building.
When buildings are restored or rehabilitated, porch enclosures should
be removed and the original design of the porch should be
reconstructed. When a porch needs to be repaired or reconstructed,
it should follow the original design to the greatest extent possible,
and should be compatible with the architectural style ofthe building.
The use of off-the shelf and ready-made stairs, railings, balustrades
should be avoided.
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7.4.3i Windows
When altering, replacing, or reconstructing windows, the following
guidelines should be implemented to maintain the structure's historic
integrity and architectural balance:
· Original window openings should be retained. If the original
window opening has been altered, it should be restored to its
original location and configuration. Blocking or filling
original window opening should be avoided.
· Original window frames and glass should be saved and
restored when possible. Missing, rotting, or broken window
sashes, frames, mullions, and muntins should be replaced with
like materials.
· If the repair and restoration of an original window is not
possible, the replacement window should match the original
window as closely as possible. This may require custom
designing and constructing the window. "Off-the-shelf'
Original porch designs
should be retained in all
restoration and rehabilita-
tion efforts
Avoid the use of railings, stairs, and
columns that are not compatible with
the original design of the structure
Avoid enclosing the front
porch
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should be retained
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window style and its
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Meetil1g r?JiI hung window
Lambs tongue
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size of the original opening
and do not replace original
windows with a different
window style
Avoid aluminum or vinyl
windows and do not
remove original window
trim and ornamentation
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windows that do not closely match the original window should
be avoided. Aluminum or vinyl frame windows are also
inappropriate and should be avoided.
· The original trim around windows should be repaired and
restored if possible. If the trim is too deteriorated to repair
or is missing, then it should be replaced with like materials
that match the original as closely as possible.
7.4.3j Doors
Original doors should be repaired and restored when possible. When
replacement is necessary, they should be replaced to match the original
door's, design, materials, and details. If the original door is missing,
an appropriate design should be selected by studying historic
photographs or other similar architectural styles in the area or region.
Some doors may have to be custom designed and constructed. All
replacement doors should be compatible with original architectural
style ofthe building.
7.4.3k Ornamentation and Trim
Original trim and ornamentation should not be removed or replaced
when only minor patching or repair is necessary. If replacement is
required, the replacement material should match the size, placement,
design, shape, texture, and color ofthe original as closely as possible.
7.4.31 Roofs
When altering, replacing, or reconstructing roofs, the following
guidelines should be implemented to maintain the structure's historic
integrity:
· Patching a damaged area ofthe roofwith materials or colors
that do not match the rest of the roof is not appropriate.
· New roofing equipment should be placed out of public view.
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.. Replacement roofing materials should match the original
roofing material as closely as possible and should be
compatible with the design ofthe structure.
· Eaves. Fascias, and soffets are integral parts of the roof. Care
should be taken to preserve the detailing and other character-
defining elements ofthese features.
7.4.3m Gutters, Downspouts
Historically significant buildings should have gutters and downspouts
to prevent premature weathering that occurs when water runs down
the sides of the building. Whenever possible, original gutters and
downspouts should be repaired and preserved. New gutters and
downspouts should relate to the style and lines of the building. They
should be painted to match either the trim or body color of the structure.
Downspouts should be located in the least conspicuous locations,
such as the rear or sides fa9ade of the building.
7.4.3n Flashing and Vents
Vent pipes, flashing, and stacks that protrude through the roof should
be painted to match the color of the roof. If these materials are too
deteriorated to repair, then they should be replaced with like materials.
7.4.30 Mechanical Equipment
Mechanical equipment, including heating ventilation and air
conditioning (HVAC) units and water and electrical meters, should
be screened from public view. The installation of HVAC units in
windows openings should be avoided.
7.4.3p Additions
Additions to historically significant buildings may be necessary to
ensure their continued use. Such additions are the most sensitive and
Original doors, trim, and ornamentation should be restored
and preserved
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Avoid the use of roofing materials that are not compatible
with the style and character of the home
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should be compatible
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equipment and utility
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appropriately screened
difficult design issues to manage. The following guidelines should be
utilized when additions are contemplated to historically significant
buildings:
· Whenever possible, additions should be placed to the side or
rear of the property and should not obstruct the appearance of
the building from the street.
· Modifications should fit within the overall scale ofthe existing
building and should be compatible with its architectural style.
· Preserve the significant historic and architectural features,
details, and materials of the existing building.
· Preserve the character and scale of the building by maintaining
existing proportions for the new addition.
· Additions should not attempt to create an artificial historical
look that is not compatible with the original historic structure.
.. Additions to architecturally significant buildings should
incorporate the distinctive design features ofthe original house
such as window and door size, shape, and style; exterior
materials; roof style, pitch and material; finished floor height;
color; and trim and decoration.
Do not place HVAC units
in windows
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7.4.3q 111;fill Development and Accessory Structures
New structures that are built on a property with a historic building
should be located to the rear or side of the historic structure. The
design of the new structure should be compatible with the historic
structure and should incorporate similar building forms, window and
door openings, materials, colors, details, and ornamentation.
7.4.3r Landscaping
Property owners are encouraged to identify, retain and preserve
landscaping features that contribute to the overall historic character
of the property. Landscaping features may include walkways, paths,
fences, trees, vegetation, landforms, furnishings, sculptures,
gravestones monuments, fountains, drainage ways, and subsurface
archaeological resources. Mature trees, landscaped areas that are
highly visible from public streets, and landscaping features that
contribute to the historic value ofthe property should not be removed
or altered. To the extent feasible, historic landscaping treatments that
have been removed from the property should be recreated to reinforce
the desired character and image ofthe property. Important landscapes
that should be restored and preserved include the Dublin Heritage
Center and Pioneer Cemetery property and the remnant of the Alamilla
Springs.
Avoid additions that are not
compatible with the original
style and character of the
building
Second-story additions
should be setback from the
main facade and their
design should be compat-
ible with the original
structure
Avoid additions that do not
have compatible roof forms,
windows, materials, or
details
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Example of appropriately designed addition to an existing historic resource in
Dublin Village
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Infill development on properties should be compatible
with the character and image of the historic building
Landscaping features that contribute to the significance of
historic properties should be rehabilitated and preserved
The Alamilla Springs should be restored as an important
historic resource
7.4.4 Preservation Incentives
A wide variety of incentives are available to give property owners
motivation to repair and rehabilitate historical resources. These
include federal tax credits for rehabilitation of qualified historical
resources, property tax abatement programs, the use of alternative
building codes, and tax deductions for preservation easements.
Removing or altering exterior or interior features of historically
significant buildings could immediately disqualify the property from
tax credits. The City encourages property owners to consider all
available preservation incentives early on in the design process.
7.4.5 Relocation of Historic Resources
Occasionally, property owners have the desire to demolish or move
older buildings or resources from their property, and are often willing
to sell or donate the resource to a historic society or public agency.
The City of Dublin should consider placement of historic buildings
within the Dublin Heritage Center or other properties within Dublin
Village to enhance the area's historic value. Relocation proposals
should comply with the following guidelines:
· The historic resource should be local to the City of Dublin or
the Tri-Valley area (San Ramon Valley, Amador Valley, and
Livermore Valley);
· The historic resource should be similar to other buildings that
once existed in Dublin Village;
· The historic resource should enhance the historic value ofthe
area; and
· Historic resources should be placed in appropriate locations
that are visible and easily accessible to the public.
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SECTION 7.5
STREETSCAPE AND PUBLIC SPACE
DESIGN GUIDELINES
This section provides general design guidelines for future streetscape
improvements within Dublin Village. Included are guidelines on traffic
calming, sidewalks and crosswalks, and streetscape furniture and
amenities.
7.5.1 Traffic Calming
Example of an attractive arterial street
7.5.1a Dublin Boulevard
Traffic calming measures should be explored to reduce vehicle speeds
and to improve the pedestrian experience on Dublin Boulevard. Such
measures may include reducing the speed limit, expanding sidewalks
and medians to narrow the width of vehicle lanes thereby reducing
vehicle speeds, installing sidewalk bulbouts to narrow pedestrian
crossings, and allowing on-street parallel parking to provide a buffer
between the sidewalk and vehicle traffic. Planting canopy street trees
along the outer edges of sidewalks and within median of Dublin
Boulevard to provide shade over roadway would also improve the
pedestrian experience and help reduce vehicle speeds (studies have
shown that patterns oflight and shadow created by trees tend to reduce
vehicle speed).
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A special pavement material with a varied texture and color should
be applied to all crosswalks within Dublin Village. The material,
texture, and color should clearly define the pedestrian crossing, slow
traffic down at intersections, and improve the overall visual quality
ofthe street.
7.5.1c Pedestrian Safe Zones
Pedestrian safe zones are encouraged along pedestrian crosswalks
across Dublin Boulevard and San Ramon Road. Pedestrian safe zones
improve safety and provide a safe stopping point for the elderly and
handicapped. Appropriate locations for pedestrian safe zones include
medians and channelized right-turn islands.
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7.5.2 Sidewalks
7.5.2 a Sidewalks
New development projects should improve the public sidewalks that
are located adjacent to their project. Improved sidewalks should
generally consist of two zones: the pedestrian zone and the amenity
zone. The pedestrian zone is a clear walking area located on the
inner portion of the sidewalk. It should be at least five feet wide to
provide adequate space for walking and wheel chairs. The amenity
zone is the outer portion of the sidewalk. It is generally paved in
commercial areas and landscaped in residential areas. Street trees,
benches, streetlights, trash receptacles, planters, utility poles, signage,
and other streetscape amenities are located within the amenity zone.
The amenity zone should be at least five wide to accommodate street
trees. In general, streetscape amenities should be located
approximately two feet from the curb face to allow room for car
doors to open.
7.5.2b Sidewalk Pavement
Sidewalk pavement within Dublin Village should have a varied color
and texture to help define the unique character of the area. The
pavement design should be relatively basic and simple and should be
compatible with desired character and image of the area. Elaborate
and detailed paving should be avoided to minimize installation and
maintenance costs.
7.5.2c Intersection Sight Lines
Streetscape amenities (benches, trees, trash receptacles, planters, etc.)
should be located at a sufficient distance from intersections to provide
clear viewing distances for cars.
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7.5.2d Consistent Street Trees
A list of street trees should be selected and approved by the City of
Dublin for Dublin Village. Street trees should be selected based on
the following guidelines:
· Trees should be thornless and fruitless to minimize pedestrian
hazards and cleaning costs.
· Trees should have a single trunk.
· Trees should be indigenous to the region.
.. Along commercial streets, trees should be selected to minimize
the obstruction of views to storefronts and business signs.
· Trees should have a full canopy that provides shade along the
street.
A list of recommended street trees is provided in Appendix F.
7.5.2e Placement of Street Trees
Regularly spaced trees should be planted within the amenity zone of
sidewalks. The spacing of the trees should be based on the need to
allow room for adequate root and branch growth while still providing
a continuous canopy. Most trees are spaced out by approximately 30
to 45 feet. The spacing should only be adjusted when needed for
driveways and lights.
7.5.2f Trees Grates and Guards
Tree grates and guards should be installed to protect growing street
trees.
7.5.2g Utility Lines
Whenever possible, the streetscape should be improved by under-
grounding utilities. All power poles should be removed from the
streetscape if overhead utilities are placed underground.
Example of an appropriate street tree
Tree grates and guards should be used to protect
growing street trees
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7.5.3 Streets cape Furniture and Amenities
7.5.3a Consistent Streetscape Furniture
A palette of streetscape furniture and amenities should be selected
and approved by the City for Dublin Village. At minimum, the
streetscape furniture palette should include streetlights, a bench, trash
receptacle, a drinking fountain, a bike rack, a bollard, tree grates and
guards, planter boxes, streetlights, and newspaper racks.
7.5.3b Character of Streets cape Furniture
Although the City has adopted a city-wide street furnishings palette
designed for Dublin Boulevard and other major thoroughfares, the
streetscape furniture in this Specific Plan area should reinforce the
desired character and image of Dublin Village. In general, streetscape
furniture should have a relatively simple and basic design that
reinforces the desired historic character of the area. Streetscape
materials should be constructed out of quality, durable, and low
maintenance materials, such as iron, treated wood, or synthetic wood
(plastic composites). Extremely elaborate details and ornamentation
should be avoided, as it is not compatible with area's history. Modern
and contemporary streetscape furniture should also be avoided.
7.5.3c Street Lights
Streetlights should be scaled to pedestrians and should generally not
exceed a height of 15 feet. Streetlights should be compatible with the
desired character ofthe area and should be designed with a relatively
simple and basic metal base, post, and lantern head. They should be
designed and located to appropriately light the sidewalk for pedestrian
safety while still maintaining a desirable nighttime ambience. Over-
lighting the streetscape should be avoided. Over-lighting can create
a "prison-yard" look and can damage the potential for nightlife. Tall,
concrete, and modern street lights should be avoided.
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7.5.3d Gateway Signs
Gateway signs should be designed and constructed within Dublin
Village to improve the area's image. The preferred location for the
primary gateway sign is at the intersection of Dublin Boulevard and
Donlon Way. Secondary gateway signs should be located on Dublin
Boulevard at the San Ramon Road intersection and the Hansen Drive
intersection. Gateway signs should be constructed with durable
materials, such as stone, wrought iron, brass, enamelized metal, or
wood. Designs that symbolically represents aspects of the area's
history and heritage is encouraged. Appropriate types of gateway
signs may include monuments, overarching signs, and/or special
landscape treatments.
7.5.3e Wayflnding Signs
Wayfinding signage should be designed for Dublin Village. Wayfinding
signs should be oriented towards both pedestrians and automobiles.
The signs should have a unique character and feel that is compatible
with the desired image and character of the area. They should be
constructed out of durable materials such as stone, wrought iron, brass,
enamelized metal, or wood. Wayfinding signage should be strategically
placed along Dublin Boulevard to direct automobiles to the Dublin
Heritage Center and Pioneer Cemetery. Signage should also direct
pedestrians to other historic resources and sites in the area, such as
Alamilla Springs, Green's Store, the Bonde House, and the Ponderosa
House.
7.5.3f Street Signs
Special street signs and posts should be installed within Dublin Village
to reinforce the desired image and character of the area and to set it
aside as a uniquie place.
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Proposed Locations of Historic Monument Markers:
1, Amador Adobe/Dougherty Residence Site
2. Alamilla Springs
3. Dougherty Station Hotel Site
4, Bonde House
5, Green's Store
6, Amador Valley Hotel Site
7. Murray House/Green's Mansion Site
8. St. Raymond's Church
9, Old Murray Schoolhouse
10, Pioneer Cemetery
11. Ponderosa House
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monument sign in
Dublin Village
Example of new historic monument sign that is compatible
with existing signs, but enhanced with landscaping,
expanded information, and illustrations
7.5.3g Historic Monument Signs
Historic monument signage should be placed along pedestrian
walkways and sidewalks to describe the context of key historic sites
in the area. The following historic sites are candidates for historic
monument signs:
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The Amador Adobe/Dougherty Residence Site
Alamilla Springs
The Murray House/Green's Mansion Site
Green's Store
The Bonde House
S1. Raymond's Church
The Old Murray Schoolhouse
The Ponderosa House
The Amador Valley Hotel Site
Dougherty Station Hotel Site
Pioneer Cemetery
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All historic monument signs should have a consistent design in terms
oftheirplacement, size and shape, and materials. A number of historic
sites are currently marked with monument signs that are constructed
of river rock and enamilized metal. New historic monument signs
should incorporate this design to create consistency and to minimize
replacement costs. However, the design of new signs are encouraged
to be slightly bigger and more noticable than the existing signs. New
signs should include written text that describes the importance ofthe
site and pictures to illustrate what the site and buildings used to look
like. Special landscaping treatments and lighting should be used to
highlight the new signs.
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7.5.3h Dublin Boulevard Mural
The City should consider working with the property owners to sponsor
a project to paint a series of historically-themed murals along the
block walls on the north side of Dublin Boulevard, between Donlon
Way and San Ramon Road. The walls are currently a part of the
Springs Apartment Complex. The street- facing facade ofthe Shopping
Center at the corner of San Ramon Road and Dublin Boulevard
(currently a PetCo.) could also be painted as an extension ofthe murals.
The murals should illustrate the impact transportation has had on Dublin
Village and its role as an important regional crossroads.
Example of mural in the City of Dublin
Examples of murals on blank walls
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The Alamilla Springs should be enhanced as cultural resource and public space
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7.5.4 Community Gathering Spaces
7.5.4a Alamilla Springs
The Alamilla Springs is an important cultural and biological resource
within the City of Dublin. The City should consider working with the
property owner to renovate the remnant of the Springs and to appro-
priately honor the historical significance ofthe site. The City should
work in partnership with the property owner to study the feasibility
of restoring the Springs to a more natural state by removing non-
native vegetation and planting appropriate wetland plants and trees.
7.5.4b Dublin Heritage Center and Pioneer Cemetery
The Dublin Heritage Center and Pioneer cemetery should be preserved
as the core of Dublin Village. The City should consider enhancing
the Center by improving the Dublin Creek Corridor as a natural
resource and park amenity. The creek corridor could be improved by
removing non-native vegetation and replanting the area with
appropriate riparian plants and trees. Walking trails and benches
could also be placed along the creek corridor ifthey are appropriately
placed and designed to minimize impacts to sensitive habitats. The
City should consider expanding the Dublin Heritage Center Cemetery
to the southwest, across from Dublin Creek. A pedestrian bridge that
crosses Dublin Creek could be installed to provide access to the
area. If proposed, the bridge should be sited to avoid the removal of
mature riparian trees. The construction oftrails, seating areas, and a
pedestrian bridge within the creek corridor would require coordination
with the appropriate regulatory agencies.
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7.5.4c Dublin Village Plaza
The City should encourage the creation of a small plaza at the
southwest comer of Donlon Way and Dublin Boulevard to highlight
the importance of the area. The space could be highlighted with a
highly visible fountain, monument, or piece of public art that reflects
an aspect of Dublin's local heritage. The space could be integrated
with the primary gateway sign that is recommended for the area. In
addition, a prominent building could be located at this site to "frame"
the entrance to Donlon Way. The building could be a relocated historic
building or a new structure that is designed to emulate the historic
character and image of the area.
7.5.4d Future Parks
With the adoption ofthis Specific Plan, new parks and public spaces
could be developed within Dublin Village. The Historic Park Master
Plan will be designed to reinforce the historic character and image of
Dublin Village, which would complement the area quite well.
Examples of a public plazas
Appropriate use of public art that represents a historic event
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SECTION 8
INFRASTRUCTURE AND MAINTENANCE
SECTION 8.1: OVERVIEW
This section of the Specific Plan deals with providing adequate public
utilities and facilities to support the amount of development anticipated for
the Dublin Village Historic Area. Maintenance of public and private facilities
is also addressed.
SECTION 8.2: WATER SYSTEM
Adequate water supply and pressure exists to serve the amount of
development anticipated within the Specific Plan area. As part of
developlllellt of illdividualllew strudUle~ alld/ur redeveluprllelll uf exi~lillg
structures, Dublin San Ramon Services District (DSRSD) and the City of
Dublin will review water service and may require upgrading to meet current
codes. The District will need to evaluate the system when specific project
proposals are submitted.
SECTION 8.3: WASTEWATER FACILITIES
Because there are no intensification of land uses proposed as part of the
Specific Plan, no capital improvements projects are required to occur as
identified in the Wastewater Collection System Master Plan.
SECTION 8.4: STORMWATER DRAINAGE
The City of Dublin Public Works Department states that adequate facilities
exist to accommodate future quantities of stormwater runoff from the
project area. As part of development of individual new structures,
irllpruvefllefll~, afld/ur redeveluprllerll uf exi~liflg ~lrudures, the City of
Dublin will review specific drainage conditions and may require upgrading
of localized storm drain facilities to meet current City requirements.
SECTION 8.5: MAINTENANCE
Facilities within the Dublin Village Historic Area will be maintained through
a combination of public entities as shown in Table 4.
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Table 4: Facility Maintenance Responsibilities
Facilit Maintenance Enti Comment
Public and Private Streets and Utilities
Public street facilities Cit of Dublin Includes street
Bus benches and bus City of Dublin
structures
Traffic si nals Cit of Dublin
Underground utilities within Appropriate utility Includes water, sewer, drainage, natural gas, electricity, telecommunications
public rights-of-way or provider
dedicated easement
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Parkways and medians-public City of Dublin Includes landscape and hardscape adjacent to streets
streets
Pro'ect entries Cit of Dublin
Public ark/ laza Cit of Dublin
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SECTION 9
SPECIFIC PLAN ADMINISTRATION AND IMPLEMENTATION
SECTION 9.1: INTRODUCTION
This section of the Specific Plan outlines methods for translating project
objectives, the land use concept, circulation plans and other elements of
the Specific Plan into reality. The primary method for implementation is
capital improvement program projects undertaken by the City of Dublin, but
also include review of private development plans including the subdivision
of land.
Also addressed in this chapter are methods to amend the Dublin Village
Historic Area Specific Plan.
SECTION 9.2:
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM (CIP)
Implementation of public improvements within the Specific Plan area will
be primarily be funded through the City of Dublin Capital Improvement
Program (CIP) budget. The City has currently allocated a total of $1.42
million over the next three fiscal years (FY 2006/2007, 2007/2008, and
2008/2009) in CIP budget 96011 to pay for several improvements that
have been identified in the Dublin Village Historic Area Specific Plan, and
the City's Streetscape Master Plan.
Entitled the "West Dublin BART Station Corridor Enhancement" Project in
the Dublin Capital Improvement Program, the funding is being provided for
by a $1.257 million grant from the Metropolitan Transportation Commission
and is supplemented by the City's General Fund. Those improvements in
this CIP that affect the Specific Plan area include:
1. Dublin Boulevard streetscape enhancement, including
replacement of sidewalk tree grates, and installation of identity
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markers, median and bridge railing treatment, and city
entrance sign.
Improvements in the vicinity of Dublin Boulevard and Donlon
Way, including a raised landscaped median, sidewalk
bulbouts, and angled parking on Donlon Way.
Install and/or replace bus shelters along Dublin Boulevard.
Raise catch basin grates along Dublin Boulevard to improve
rideability and bicycle safety.
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Additional public improvements adjacent to the existing Dublin Heritage
Center and any future park expansion area shall be installed at the time
the park project is implemented.
SECTION 9.3
IMPLEMENTING ACTIONS FOR THE SPECIFIC PLAN
There are several implementing actions for the Dublin Village Historic Area
Specific Plan that would be taken subsequent to the City Council's review
and approval of the Specific Plan and related General Plan amendment.
These actions include:
1. Approval of the Park and Recreation Master Plan 2006 Update,
which will reflect and illustrate the newly-designated parkland.
2. Approval and implementation of the Dublin Historic Park Draft
Master Plan, including all related streetscape improvements.
3. Amending Chapter 8.62 of the Dublin Zoning Ordinance, Historic
Overlay Zoning District Site Development Review, to ensure that
all development in the Historic Overlay Zoning District boundary
(which is contiguous with the Specific Plan area boundary) is
reviewed for substantial compliance with the Specific Plan instead
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of the Dublin Village Design Guidelines. The Design Guidelines
have been incorporated into this document as Section 7 for ease
of use.
4. Amend the Zoning Map to change the zoning designation of those
properties newly identified as Parks/Public Recreation.
5. Amending the San Ramon Road Specific Plan to remove two
parcels within the Dublin Village Historic Area Specific Plan area
from San Ramon Road Specific Plan (The Springs Apartments at
7100 San Ramon Road and Petco at 11865 Dublin Boulevard).
6. Consideration of using a historic building code for renovations to
any structure listed on the Dublin Historic Resources Inventory.
7. In cooperation with the property owners, consider pursuing
individual formal historic resource designations for Alamilla Springs
and the Green Store.
8. Conduct a feasibility study and outreach to the property owners of
the Springs Apartments to explore the possibility and cost
implications of renovating and improving public access to Alamilla
Spring.
9. Adherence to those mitigation measures outlined in the Initial
Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration for the Specific Plan and
related documents.
SECTION 9.4: NON-CONFORMING USES
Only permitted and conditionally permitted land uses, as identified in
Section 5 of the Dublin Village Historic Area Specific Plan, shall be
allowed. Land uses existing as of the effective date of this Specific Plan
may continue to remain after the adoption of the Specific Plan, as allowed
by Chapter 8.140 of the Dublin Zoning Ordinance, Non-Conforming
Structures and Uses.
SECTION 9.5: REVIEW OF BUILDING PLANS
All proposed plans for new buildings, expansion of existing buildings and
remodeling of existing buildings shall be submitted to the City of Dublin
Community Development Department for review of consistency with the
standards and requirements of the Dublin Village Historic Area Specific
Plan and Chapter 8.62 of the Dublin Zoning Ordinance, Historic Overlay
Zoning District Site Development Review.
SECTION 9.6:
CONDITIONAL USE PERMITS AND VARIANCES
Conditional Use Permits and Variances, as may be required pursuant to
this Specific Plan or the Dublin Zoning Ordinance, shall be submitted and
reviewed in accord with Sections 8.100 (Conditional Use Permits) and
Section 8.112 (Variances) of the Dublin Zoning Ordinance. Public hearings
shall be conducted and findings shall be made pursuant to applicable
provision of the Dublin Zoning Ordinance.
SECTION 9.7: SUBDIVISION OF LAND
Division of land into smaller parcels may be approved by the City of Dublin,
so long as lot, dimensional, and other standards set forth in the Dublin
Zoning Ordinance and other development regulations are met.
SECTION 9.8: ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
An Initial Study and Mitigated Negative Declaration (IS/MND) was
prepared for the Dublin Village Historic Area Specific Plan as required by
the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), State CEQA Guidelines,
and the Dublin Environmental Guidelines. By the Initial Study, it has been
determined that the project will not have a significant effect on the
environment with the incorporation of mitigation measures outlined in the
document and a Mitigated Negative Declaration was prepared. The Initial
Study was circulated as required by law for a 30-day public review period,
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and the City Council considered the IS/MND at the same time the Specific
Plan was reviewed and approved.
The mitigation measures identified in the IS/MND have been incorporated
into the project. Subsequent projects in the Specific Plan area will be
reviewed to determine if additional environmental analysis is required.
SECTION 9.9: FEES
Proposals for new development are required to pay City of Dublin fees.
These fees may include development impact fees. Other fees, including
but not limited to those levied by Dublin San Ramon Services District
(DSRSD), Zone 7 and other agencies as appropriate are due at the time
building permits are issued by the City.
SECTION 9.10: SIGN PERMITS
Permits to install, construct, modify, or change signage within the Specific
Plan area shall be subject to issuance of a sign permit by the Dublin
Community Development Department and written permission from the
property owner on which the sign is proposed to be located. Signage shall
be reviewed for consistency with the standards and requirements of the
Dublin Village Historic Area Specific Plan and Chapter 8.62 of the Dublin
Zoning Ordinance (Historic Overlay Zoning District Site Development
Review).
Applicable sign regulations shall be found in Chapter 8.84 of the Dublin
Zoning Ordinance (Sign Regulations), Chapter 8.62 of the Dublin Zoning
Ordinance (Historic Overlay Zoning District Site Development Review), and
Section 7.2.3 of this Specific Plan.
SECTION 9.11
SPECIFIC PLAN PHASING
It is anticipated that there will be limited new construction in the Specific
Plan area outside of the implementation of the Historic Park Master Plan,
and therefore the need to consider phased improvements for the overall
area is unnecessary.
SECTION 9.12
SPECIFIC PLAN AMENDMENTS AND SUBSTANTIAL
CONFORMITY
A major amendment to this Specific Plan requires the review and approval
of the City of Dublin Planning Commission and the City Council. Major
amendments are governed by applicable provisions of the California
Government Code, which requires an application to be filed, along with
necessary fees, stating in detail the reasons for the proposed amendment
and any necessary supporting studies. Major amendments may be subject
to additional environmental review pursuant to the California Environmental
Quality Act (CEQA).
The City of Dublin Community Development Director may make
determinations that minor technical changes or minor variations to the text
or standards of the Dublin Village Historic Area Specific Plan are
consistent with the intent of the Specific Plan. These typically include
administrative approval of minor changes in the location of infrastructure
facilities and modifications of up to 10% for any dimensional standard set
forth in the Specific Plan. Approval of minor changes in substantial
compliance may be appealed to the Dublin Planning Commission in
accordance with Chapter 8.136 of the Dublin Zoning Ordinance (Appeals).
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ApPENDIX A:
LIST OF CURRENT PROPERTY OWNERS
AND THE ACCOMPANYING ASSESSOR'S
PARCEL MAP
Property owners in the Specific Plan area
(per the Alameda County Assessor's Office as of March 31,2006)
Assessor Parcel Number
(APN) Owner Names Site Adress
941-1560-009-01 Hexcel Corporation 11711 Dublin Boulevard
941-1 560-003-04 Hexcel Corporation Not available
941-1560-001-01 City Of Dublin 6506 Donlon Way
941-1560-001-02 City Of Dublin 6600 Donlon Way
941-1560-002-02 HaQan, Steven E & Susan E 6572 Donlon Way
941-0040-006-16 Delorenzo, Mario & Dannve A 11865 Dublin Boulevard
941-0113-003-01 Fanq Yuan Development & Investment Corp 11760 Dublin Boulevard
941-0113-154 Hoffman, Donald N & Mavis W 11824 Dublin Boulevard
941-1550-001-02 P T & T Co 279-1-34-4 11991 Dublin Boulevard
941-1550-001-12 Equilon Enterprises Lie 11989 Dublin Boulevard
941-1550-003-02 Dambrosio Brothers Investment Company 11891 Dublin Boulevard
941-1550-004 Trivalley Church Of Christ 11873 Dublin Boulevard
941-1550-005-02 Cranbrook Realty Investment Fund Lp 11887 Dublin Boulevard
941-1560-007 -01 Berkeley Land Company Inc 11759 Dublin Boulevard
941-1560-006 City of Dublin Not available
941-1560-005 City Of Dublin Not available
941-1560-003-03 DHPA Not available
941-1560-010-01 DHPA Not available
941-1550-002-02 CalTrans Not available
941-1550-001-10 CalTrans Not available
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Mitigation Measure
Mitigation Measure 1: In accordance with City regulations, a
project-specific Storm Water Pollution Prevention Program
(SWPPP) shall be prepared in compliance with the City's NPDES
permit. The SWPPP shall have the following minimum
requirements:
1. Active construction areas will be watered daily and more
frequently if necessary.
2. All trucks hauling soil, sand or other loose materials shall be
covered.
3. Water shall be applied daily, or apply non-toxic soil
stabilizers on all unpaved access roads, parking areas, and
exposed stockpiles at construction sites.
4. All access roads and parking areas at construction sites
shall be swept daily with water sweepers.
Mitigation Measure 2: A biological survey shall be conducted by a
qualified biologist prior to any disturbance within 150 feet of Dublin
Creek (Le grading, construction of nearby pathways, construction of
the creek foot bridge) and on the undeveloped DHPA parcel to verify
that no special species are located in the area proposed for park
expansion. Regulatory permits shall be obtained as necessary from
the Fish and Wildlife Service, California Department of Fish and
Game, Army Corps of Engineers, or State Water Resources Control
Board as necessary, and in conjunction with the recommendations
of the bioloqical report.
Mitigation Measure 3: As detailed engineering is developed for the
design of the footings for the pedestrian footbridge over Dublin
Creek as envisioned in the Dublin Historic Park Draft Master Plan,
the City shall work with the appropriate regulatory agencies to
ensure that impacts to the creek are minimized and addressed to
the satisfaction of the agency.
One time or
Ongoing
Through the end
of construction.
Responsible for
Implementation
PW
Responsible
for Verification
PW
One time prior to PL and PCS
grading or
construction.
PL
Ongoing through PL and PCS
agency
approval.
PL
Form of
verification
SWPPP on file
Initial/Date
Biological
Survey on file
and regulatory
permits
obtained.
Agency
approvals
Mitigation Measure
Mitigation Measure 4: In High Archeological Probability Areas
(including a 150 meter (493 foot) corridor centered on Dublin Creek
and within the general vicinity of St. Raymond's Church, Pioneer
Cemetery, and the Dublin Square Shopping Center site), the
permitting of future ground disturbance shall include provisions for
further archival and field study by an archeologist, archeological
testing and, if necessary, archeological monitoring during
construction.
Mitigation Measure 5: Should preconstruction excavation or
borings be conducted outside of the High Archeological Probability
Areas, but within the project area, a qualified archeologist shall
monitor the work to define the presence or absence of buried
resources in order to promote advance planning for mitigation
purposes.
Mitigation Measure 6: If a Native American artifact or human
remains are identified during any demolition or construction in the
project area, work on the project shall cease immediately until those
steps outlined in CEQA Guidelines Section 15064.5 (e) can be
taken to the satisfaction of the Dublin Community Development
Director. Project work may be resumed in compliance with the
requirements of Section 15064.5 (e). Additionally, the County
Coroner shall be contacted immediately and Section 7050.5(b) of
the California Health and Safety Code (relating to the discovery of
Native American remains) should be implemented.
Mitigation Measure 7: If an archeological, prehistoric, or
paleontological resource is discovered during any demolition or
construction in the project area, work on the project shall cease
immediately until a resource protection plan conforming to CEQA
Guidelines Section 15064.5 (f) IS prepared by a qualified
archeologist and approved by the Dublin Community Development
Director. Project work may be resumed in compliance with such
plan.
Mitigation Measure 8: Future roadwork or subsurface construction
and maintenance within the Donlon Way road right of way and the
portion of Dublin Boulevard within the project area shall include
One time or
Ongoing
Ongoing through
ground
disturbance
and/or
construction
Ongoing through
ground
disturbance
and/or
construction
Ongoing through
ground
disturbance
and/or
construction
Ongoing through PL
ground
disturbance
and/or
construction
Ongoing through PW
ground
disturbance
Responsible for
Implementation
PL and PCS
PL and PCS
PL and PCS
Responsible
for Verification
PL
PL
PL
PL
PL
Form of
verification
Results of field
study on file
Initial/Date
Contract with
archeologist
Mitigation Measure
protocol for inadvertent discoveries made during construction,
including the development of a resource protection plan conforming
to CEQA Guidelines Section 15064.5 (D, prepared by a qualified
archeologist and approved by the Dublin Public Works and
Community Development Directors. In the event of a discovery,
project work may be resumed in compliance with such plan.
Mitigation Measure 9: A site-specific soils report/geotechincal
investigation shall be required for any development proposal in the
project area and shall be conducted by a California-registered
geologist or a California-registered engineering geologist. The
report shall address the potential for expansive soils and ground
liquefaction. Specific measures to reduce seismic hazards,
expansive soils, and liquefaction hazards to a less than significant
level shall be included in the report and those measures shall be
implemented as part of the site development.
Mitigation Measure 10: Prior to demolition of any building in the
project area, the building shall be sampled to determine if the
building contains lead paint and/or asbestos. If either of the
materials are determined to be present, they shall be handled and
disposed of as a hazardous material and in compliance with all
applicable local, state, and federal regulations
One time or
Ongoing
and/or
construction
One time for
each new
development
proposal
One time for
each building
proposed to be
demolished
Responsible for
Implementation
Building
Building,
BAAQMD
Responsible
for Verification
PL
Building, PL
Form of
verification
Initial/Date
Soils report on
file
Job number
issued by
BAAQMD
prior to City
demolition
permit
issuance
ApPENDIX C:
CALIFORNIA STATE DEPARTMENT OF
PARKS AND RECREATION FORM 523
FOR HISTORIC RESOURCES ("DPR
FORM") FOR ALL PROPERTIES LISTED
ON THE DUBLIN HISTORIC RESOURCES
INVENTORY
Primary #
HRI#
State of California - The Resources Agency
DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION
PRIMARY RECORD
Trinomial
NRHP Status Code
Other Listings
Review Code Reviewer Date
Page --L. of ....L. Resource name(s) or number(assigned by recorder) Old St. Raymond's Church
P1. Other Identifier: None
*P2. Location: oNot for Publication OOUnrestricted *a. County Alameda
*b. USGS 7.5' Quad: Dublin, CA Date: 1979
*c. Address 6600 Donlon Way City Dublin Zip 94568
*e. Other Locational Data: Block: 941-1560 Lot: 1-1
*P3a. Description: (Describe resource and its major elements. Include design, materials, condition, alterations, size, setting, and boundaries.)
Old St. Raymond's is located on the west side of Donlon Way between Dublin Boulevard and 1-580 in Dublin. The parcel borders
Dublin Pioneer Cemetery to the west. Dublin Heritage Center to the south and the 1960s-era Dublin Square shopping center to the
north. The former church sits on a small rectangular lot with trees and landscaping, including a tremendouse Eucalyptus tree on
the south side. Old St. Raymond's is a one-story, wood-frame building with a rectangular plan measuring 37- by 55', clapboard
walls, a steeply pitched gable roof and a square, three-story tower. The tower stands at the center of the symmetrical fac;ade. The
east wall of the tower is articulated by a Gothic pointed arch opening at the first floor level. The opening, accessed by a flight of five
stairs, is the primary entrance to the building and contains a pair of paneled doors. The doors are surmounted by a transom
window within the pointed arch. The second floor level of the tower fac;ade is punctuated by a narrow arched opening infilled with
louvres. The third floor level consists of the belfry, which is articulated by pairs of unglazed pointed arched openings on each wall.
The belfry terminates in a scalloped wood cornice and it is capped by an octagonal steeple. On the fac;ade, the tower is flanked to
either side by rectangular casement windows concealed behind wood plank shutters incised with crosses. The fac;ade terminates in
simple raking cornice moldings. The north and south facades are clapboarded and articulated by three rectangular casement
windows capped by classically detailed hood moldings. A wheelchair ramp is located on the north wall and an enclosed garden
area is located south of the building. The building appears to be in good condition.
*P3b. Resource Attributes: (list attributes and codes) HP 16: Religious Building, HP 13: Community Center
*P4. Resources Present: OOBuilding oStructure oObject oSite oDistrict oElement of District oOther
P5a. Photo
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P5b. Photo: (view and date)
September 4, 2003
*P6. Date Constructed/Age and
Sources: OOhistoric
1859/Diocese of Oakland
*P7. Owner and Address:
City of Dublin
100 Civic Plaza
Dublin, California 94568
*P8. Recorded by:
Christopher VerPlanck
Page & Turnbull, Inc.
724 Pine Street
San Francisco, CA 94108
*P9. Date Recorded:
September 12, 2003
*P10. Survey Type:
Intensive Survey
*P11. Report Citation: (Cite survey report and other sources, or enter "none") Virginia Smith Bennett, Dublin Reflections, rev. ed. 1991.
*Attachments: oNone oLocation Map oSketch Map oContinuation Sheet OOBuilding, Structure, and Object Record
DArchaeological Record oDistrict Record oLinear Feature Record DMilling Station Record oRock Art Record
DArtifact Record oPhotograph Record 0 Other (list)
DPR 523A (1/95)
"Required information
State of California - The Resources Agency Primary #
DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION HRI#
BUilDING, STRUCTURE, AND OBJECT RECORD
Page L. of L. *CHR Status Code 3D
*Resource Name or # Old S1. Ravmond's Church
B1. Historic name: S1. Raymond's Catholic Church
B2. Common name: Old S1. Raymond's
B3. Original Use: Church B4. Present use: Public Assembly Space, Wedding Chapel
*85. Architectural Style: Gothic Revival, aka "Carpenter Gothic"
*86. Construction History: (Construction date, alterations, and date of alterations)
Old St. Raymond's was built between 1858 and 1859. The tower and belfry were added Ca. 1880. The building has been restored
at least twice: once in 1938 and again in 1970.
*87. Moved? I&1No DYes DUnknown Date:
*88. Related Features: Dublin Pioneer Cemetery
Original Location:
B9a. Architect: Unknown
b. Builder: Tom Donlon. etc.
*810. Significance: Theme Architecture. Exploration/Settlement Area Dublin Villaae
Period of Significance 1835-1935 Property Type Reliaious Buildina Applicable Criteria A & C
(Discuss importance in terms of historical or architectural context as defined by theme, period, and geographic scope. Also address integrity)
S1. Raymond's Church was built in 1859 to serve the growing Irish immigrant population of the Amador Valley. St. Raymond's was
constructed by members of several local pioneer families, including the Murrays, Fallons and Donlons. Irish immigrant Tom Donlon
did much of the construction before he was killed in 1859 when he fell from the roof. St. Raymond's was consecrated in 1860 by
Archbisop Alemany of San Franciso and Brother Federa of Mission San Jose. From 1859 through 1864, priests came from St.
Mary's in Oakland to officiate at St. Raymond's. From 1864 until 1878, St. Raymond's was a mission of St. Leander's in San
Leandro. In 1878 S1. Raymond's became part of the Livermore Parish and remained so until 1901 when Father Thomas McNaboe,
pastor of Mission San Jose, began officiating at St. Raymond's. In 1880 a belfry was added to the church and in 1938 the residents
of Dublin raised money to restore the then eighty-year old church. Work included installing a new foundation, repairing the steeple
and painting. By 1950 the Church was only opened for special occasions and by 1961 the structure had deteriorated markedly
following the construction of a new church on San Ramon. Plans were made to burn Old SI. Raymond's as part of a training
exercise in 1964. Local citizens protested and began to raise money for restoration. On September 9, 1967, Old S1. Raymond's
was designated Alameda County Historical Site #001 and on March 3D, 1968 the Diocese of Oakland transferred the building to
the Amador-Livermore Valley Historical Society. In 1993 the City of Dublin purchased the building. Since then the former church
has been rented it out for weddings and community events. Old St. Raymond's is eligible for listing in the California Register under
Criteria 1 and 3 and in the National Register under Criteria A and C. It is significant under Criterion A (Events) as the oldest
Catholic Church in Alameda and Contra Costa Counties and one of the first buildings constructed in Dublin. It is also significant
under Criterion C (Architecture) as an excellent example of a very early wood-frame "Carpenter Gothic" chapel in California.
B 11. Additional Resource Attributes: (List attributes and codes)
(This space reserved for official comments.)
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*812. References: Alameda County Assessor/Recorder's Office, Dublin
Heritage Center. Dublin Main Library Archives
B13. Remarks:
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*814. Evaluator: Christopher VerPlanck
*Date of Evaluation: September 23.2003
'Required information
DPR 5238 (1195)
'Required information
State of California - The Resources Agency
DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION
PRIMARY RECORD
Primary #
HRI#
Trinomial
NRHP Status Code
Other Listings
Review Code Reviewer
Page -1- of L Resource name(s) or number (assigned by recorder) Old Murray School
P1. Other Identifier: Dublin Heritage Center
'P2. Location: DNot for Publication IIDUnrestricted *a. County Alameda
*b. USGS 7.5' Quad: Dublin, CA Date: 1979
'c. Address 6600 Donlon Way City Dublin
'e. Other Locational Data: Block: 941-1560 Lot: 1-2
Date
Zip 94568
'P3a. Description: (Describe resource and its major elements. Include design, materials. condition. alterations. size, setting, and boundaries.)
The Old Murray School is located on the west side of Donlon Way between Dublin Boulevard and '-580 in West Dublin. The parcel
borders the historic Dublin Pioneer Cemetery to the west, Old SI. Raymond's to the north and Dublin Creek to the south. The Old
Murray School is a one-story, wood-frame building with an L-shaped plan, steeply pitched gable roof, rustic channel siding and a
square, three-story bell tower. The bell tower, which was reconstructed from historic photographs in 2003, stands at the center of
the north-facing faQade. The bell tower features an open porch at the first floor level that is accessed by a flight of wood stairs. The
porch shelters the entrance, which consists of a pair of paneled doors and an arched transom window. The second story level of
the bell tower is articulated by a pair of segmental arch windows infilled with louvers. The windows are flanked by plain pilasters
and surmounted by a large bull's eye molding. Simple Gothic brackets featuring small quatrefoil motifs spring from the top of the
pilasters and visually support a broken entablature. The bell tower is capped by an open lantern articulated by pairs of segmental
arched openings. The rest of the faQade is quite simple, with two-over-two double-hung windows flanking the porch. Projecting
from the west wall of the main body of the building is a one-story addition constructed circa 1900. The north faQade of the addition
is six bays wide. The addition is capped by a side-facing steeply pitched gable roof. Stylistically the Old Murray School is a blend of
Greek Revival and Carpenter Gothic elements. The interior consists of a restored classroom, now accommodating exhibits and
associated offices and meeting rooms. The Old Murray School appears to b~ in excellent condition.
'P3b. Resource Attributes: (list attributes and codes) HP 15: Educational Building, HP 13: Community Center
'P4. Resources Present: IIDBuilding DStructure DObject DSite DDistricl DElement of District DOther
P5a. Photo
P5b. Photo: (view and date)
April 7, 2003
'P6. Date Constructed/Age and
Sources: 0historic
1856: Virginia Smith Bennett, Dublin
Reflections.
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*P7. Owner and Address:
City of Dublin
100 Civic Plaza
Dublin, California 94568
*P8. Recorded by:
Christopher VerPlanck
Page & Turnbull, Inc.
724 Pine Street
San Francisco, CA 94108
*P9. Date Recorded:
September 16, 2003
'P10. Survey Type:
Intensive Survey
'P11. Report Citation: (Cite survey report and other sources, or enter "none") Virginia Smith Bennett, Dublin Reflections, rev. ed. 1991.
'Attachments: DNone DLocation Map DSketch Map DContinuation Shest 0Building, Structure, and Object Record
DArchaeological Record DDistrict Record DLinear Feature Record DMUling Station Record DRock Art Record
DArtifact Record 0 Photograph Record 0 Other (list)
DPR 523A (1/95)
'Required information
State of California - The Resources Agency Primary #
DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION HRI#
BUilDING, STRUCTURE, AND OBJECT RECORD
Page 2...of.2- *CHR Status Code 3D
*Resource Name or # Old Murrav School
B1. Historic name: Old Murray School
B2. Common name: Dublin Heritage Center
B3. Original Use: School B4. Present use: Museum/Offices
*85. Architectural Style: Blend of Greek Revival and "Carpenter Gothic"
*86. Construction History: (Construction date, alterations. and date of alterations)
The Old Murray School was built in 1856. Around 1900 the one-story wing added. Circa 1940 the original belfry tower was
removed. In 1975, facing demolition as a result of the widening of 1-580, the Old Murray School was moved to its present site and
restored by Dublin Historic Preservation Association for use as the Dublin Heritage Center. In 2003 the missing bell tower was
reconstructed.
*87. Moved? ONo l&IYes OUnknown Date:
Road
*88. Related Features:
Original Location: Martinez-Mission San Jose Countv
B9a. Architect: Unknown
b. Builder: Unknown
*810. Significance: Theme Architecture. Exploration/Settlement Area Dublin Villaoe
Period of Significance 1835-1935 Property Type Educational Buildino Applicable Criteria A & C
(Discuss importance in terms of historical or architectural context as defined by theme, period, and geographic scope. Also address integrity)
According to local tradition, the Old Murray School was built in 1856 on the lands of James Dougherty. However, it does not appear
on the 1862 plat of Rancho Santa Rita or Rancho San Ramon. The building first appears on John Green's land on the 1876 tract
map of the Jeremiah Fallon Estate. The site faced the Martinez-Mission San Jose County Road (now Foothill Boulevard) just south
of what is now 1-580. In 1866 the Murray School District was formed encompassing all of what is now Dublin and Pleasanton.
Throughout most of its history the Old Murray School served as a one-room schoolhouse housing all eight grades. Around 1900 a
wing was added to accommodate students in the first through fourth grades. Until the school closed in 1952, enrollment remained
fairly constant at forty-five to fifty students. Around 1940 the bell tower was demolished. In 1952 the Primitive Baptist Church bought
the property and used it as a church until 1975 when the widening of 1-580 threatened the building with destruction. In November
1975, the Dublin Historic Preservation Association worked to designate the building a California Point of Historical Interest and
moved the building to its present site. After almost two years of site improvements and restoration work, the Old Murray School
was reopened as the Dublin Heritage Center on October 15, 1977. In October 1993 the City of Dublin purchased the Old Murray
Schoof and a decade later the City restored the building and reconstructed the missing bell tower. The Old Murray School appears
to be eligible for listing in the California Register under Critera 1 and 3 and the National Register under Criteria A and C. Applying
Criterion Consideration B: Moved Properties, the Old Murray School still appears to be eligible. The building is of overriding
significance as the oldest surviving school in eastern Alameda County and one of a handful of surviving structures from the pioneer
settlement of Dublin.
B 11. Additional Resource Attributes: (List attributes and codes)
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*812. References: Alameda County Assessor/Recorder's Office, Dublin
Heritage Center, Dublin Main Library Archives
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B 13. Remarks:
*814. Evaluator: Christopher VerPlanck
*Date of Evaluation: September 16, 2003
(This space reserved for official comments.)
CPR 5238 (1/95)
'Required information
State of California - The Resources Agency
DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION
PRIMARY RECORD
Primary #
HRI#
Trinomial
NRHP Status Code
Other Listings
Review Code Reviewer
Page -1- of L Resource name(s) or number(assigned by recorder) Green's Store
P1. Other Identifier: Tri-Valley Church of Christ
*P2. Location: DNot for Publication IRlUnrestricted *a. County Alameda
*b. USGS 7.5' Quad: Dublin, CA Date: 1979
'c. Address 11873 Dublin Boulevard City Dublin
*e. Other Locational Data: Block: 941-1550 Lot: 4
Date
Zip 94568
*P3a. Description: (Describe resource and its major elements. Include design, materials, condition, alterations, size, setting. and boundaries.)
Green's Store sits on a 26,062 square foot lot on the southeast corner of Dublin Boulevard and Donlon Way. The building is a two-
story, 1,200 square-foot plank-frame structure with a rectangular plan and a front-facing gable root. A 1,900 square-foot, one-story
wood-frame addition is located to the south of the existing building. The first floor of Green's Store is clad in rustic channel siding
and the second floor is clad in clapboard. Green's Store features a one-story historic addition to the rear. The faQade faces Donlon
Way and it is three bays wide. The first floor is sheltered beneath a shed-roofed porch which extends around the north wall. Access
to the building interior is provided by a pair of glazed panel doors in the left bay of the facade. The second floor of the faQade is
articulated by three double-hung windows with shallow pedimented hood moldings. A diamond-shaped window is located in the
gable at the attic story level. The faQade is capped by a broken entablature and a raking cornice molding. The north faQade is six
bays wide and faces Dublin Boulevard. The north facade features two pairs of doors and two windows at street level and three
windows on the second floor level. Built in 1860, Green's Store underwent several major alterations during the 1930s, namely the
enclosure of the front porch and the replacement of wood siding with stucco. The building was restored to its 1914 appearance in
1981. The 1981 addition to the south was designed to be in keeping with the original structure. A fence south of the addition
bounds a landscaped parking area. Green's Store appears to be in good condition.
*P3b. Resource Attributes: (list attributes and codes) HP6: 1-3 Story Commercial Building
*P4. Resources Present: IRlBuilding DStructure o Object DSite DDistrict DElement of District DOther
P5a. Photo
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P5b. Photo: (view and date)
September 4, 2003
*P6. Date Constructed/Age and
Sources: IRlhistoric
1860: J.P. Munro Fraser: History of
Alameda County, 1883); Thompson
& West: III. Atlas of Alameda Co.,
1878.
*P7. Owner and Address:
Tri-Valley Church of Christ
11873 Dublin Boulevard
Dublin, California 94568
*P8. Recorded by:
Christopher VerPlanck
Page & Turnbull, Inc.
724 Pine Street
San Francisco, CA 94108
*P9. Date Recorded:
September 16, 2003
*P10. Survey Type:
Intensive Survey
*P11. Report Citation: (Cite survey report and other sources, or enter "none") Virginia Smith Bennett, Dublin Reflections, rev. ed. 1991.
*Attachments: DNone DLocation Map DSketch Map DContinuation Sheet IRlBuilding, Structure, and Object Record
DArchaeological Record DDistrict Record DUnear Feature Record DMilling Station Record DRock Art Record
DArtifact Record 0 Photograph Record D Other (list)
DPR 523A (1195)
'Required information
State of California - The Resources Agency Primary #
DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION HRI#
BUilDING, STRUCTURE, AND OBJECT RECORD
Page L of L *CHR Status Code 3D
*Resource Name or # Green's Store
81. Historic name: Green's Store
82. Common name: Tri-Valley Church of Christ
83. Original Use: Store, Post Office and Library 84. Present use: Church
*85. Architectural Style: Vernacular/Greek Revival
*86. Construction History: (Construction date, alterations, and date of alterations)
Green's Store was built in 1860 by John Green. Considerably altered in the 1930s, the building was restored and added on to in
1981.
*87. Moved? I&JNo DYes DUnknown Date:
*88. Related Features:
Original Location:
89a. Architect: Unknown
b. 8uilder: John Green?
*810. Significance: Theme Architecture. Exploration/Settlement Area Dublin Villaae
Period of Significance 1835-1935 Property Type General Store Applicable Criteria A & C
(Discuss importance in terms of historical or architectural context as defined by theme, period, and geographic scope. Also address integrity)
The recorded history of Green's Store began with the granting of the 16.517-acre Rancho San Ramon to Jose Maria Amador in
1835 and the 8,885-acre Rancho Santa Rita to Jose Dolores Pacheco in 1839. In 1852 Irish-born pioneer settlers Michael Murray
and Jeremiah Fallon purchased 250 and 246 acres respectively from Amador and Pacheco. Murray became a successful rancher
and local leader, becoming county supervisor of the newly established Murray Township in 1860. 8etween 1860 and 1863, Murray
sold his property to John Green and moved to San Francisco. Green, a fellow Irish immigrant who had come to the Amador Valley
in 1857, had constructed Green's Store on its present site in 1860. Available at the store were all the goods one could possibly
need in a rural area such as overalls, tools, kerosene, sugar, provisions. newspapers, etc. Green operated his general store and
post office until 1894 when he sold the business (but not the property) to George Kolb. In 1906 the post office ceased operation
when rural free delivery service was initiated in eastern Alameda County. In 1912, William Lawrence bought Green's Store and ran
it until his death in 1915. It was during this periOd that the Dublin Free Library was established in the one-story addition to the rear
of the building. From 1915 until 1917 Green's Store was operated by Rudolph Nielson and John Cronin and from 1918 until 1923
Arthur Reimers ran it. In 1923 Henry 8eveliacqua purchased the store and ran it until 1943. During his tenure he added a lunch
stand that sold hot dogs, sandwiches and beer. It was during this time that the building was stuccoed and the front porch enclosed.
After 1943 Green's Store was taken over by Frank Donahue, a descendent of John Green. In 1947 the store was converted into a
saloon called The Village Saloon. 8y the late 1970s the building, which now belonged to a speculator named J. Weightman, had
deteriorated to such a point that it was threatened with demolition. In response the Dublin Historic Preservation Association lobbied
to have Green's Store designated a State Historical Point of Interest in 1978. In 1981 new owner Gus Nicandros rehabilitated
Green's Store to its appearance in 1914 and constructed the addition to its south. Green's Store appears to be eligible for listing in
the California Register under Criteria 1, 2 and 3 and in the National Register under Criteria A (Events), 8 (Persons) and C
(Architecture). Under Criterion A, the building is significant as one of the earliest buildings surviving from pioneer days of Dublin.
Under Criterion 8 the building is significant for its association with important pioneer John Gree. Under Criterion C, it is significant
as a very early and quite rare plank frame structure characteristic of
early vernacular construction in California.
811. Additional Resource Attributes: (List attributes and codes)
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*812. References: Alameda County Assessor/Recorder's Office, Dublin
Heritage Center, Dublin Main Library Archives
8 13. Remarks:
*814. Evaluator: Christopher VerPlanck
(This space reserved for official comments.)
*Date of Evaluation: September 16, 2003
*Required information
DPR 5238 (1/95)
*Required information
Primary #
HRI#
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DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION
PRIMARY RECORD
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Page -1- of ..L Resource name(s) or number(assigned by recorder) 7100 San Ramon Road
P1. Other Identifier: The Springs Apartments, Alamilla Springs
'P2. Location: DNot for Publication I:&JUnrestricted 'a. County Alameda
'b. USGS 7.5' Quad: Dublin, CA Date: 1979
'c. Address: 7100 San Ramon Road City Dublin Zip 94568
'e. Other Locational Data: Block: 941-40 Lot: 6-16
'P3a. Description: (Describe resource and its major elements. Include design, materials, condition, alterations, size, setting, and boundaries.)
7100 San Ramon Road is a large eleven-building, 176-unit apartment complex located on an 8-acre lot near the northwest corner
of Dublin Boulevard and San Ramon Road. The property is also bounded by Donlon Way on the west, an apartment complex and
skating rink to the north and the Petco site to the south. Each.building in the complex houses sixteen units and has a dumbell
shaped plan with open exterior porches. A row of car ports lines the northern and southern property lines. The apartments are
functional in appearance and finished in inexpensive wood siding with aluminum sliding windows and solid-core paneled doors.
Buildings and surface parking occupy the bulk of the property, although a three-quarter acre-size section containing the historic
Alamilla Springs and some walnut and oak trees buffers the buildings from busy San Ramon Road. Alamilla Springs, a natural
spring fed depression is located near the southeast corner of the property. The spring channel is approximately 75' long and 12'
wide. The bed trends in an easterly direction and is partially filled at its west end with landfill. The rest of the channel is choked with
cat tails and pond weed. The eastern end of the channel terminates at a concrete retaining wall that supports a bicycle path
running along the east side of San Ramon Road. A box culvert diverts water from the spring beneath San Ramon Road. The banks
of the channel are lushly vegetated with redwoods, walnuts, oaks and willows. A large mature palm stands near the southwest
corner of the spring. This tree may have originally been planted adjacent to the Dougherty House which originally stood on the
property. To the north of the spring is what remains of a walnut grove that the Niedt family planted on the property in the 19405. A
historical marker on the sidewalk marks the location of Alamilla Springs.
'P3b. Resource Attributes: (list attributes and codes) HP3: Multiple Family Property; HP30: TreesNegation; HP39: Natural
Springs; AH3: Landscaping/Orchard, HP26: Monument
'P4. Resources Present: l&lBuilding DStructure DObject I:&JSite DDistrict DElement of District DOther
P5a. Photo
P5b. Photo: (view and date)
September 4, 2003
'P6. Date ConstructedJAge and
Sources: l&lhistoric
1979: Building Records, Alameda
County Department of Public Works
'P7. Owner and Address:
Dublin Springs, Inc./Neva Spears
7100 San Ramon Road
Dublin, California 94568
'P8. Recorded by: .
Christopher VerPlanck
Page & Turnbull, Inc.
724 Pine Street
San Francisco, CA 94108
'P9. Date Recorded:
September 16, 2003
*P10. Survey Type:
Intensive Survey
P11. Report Citation: (Cite survey report and other sources, or enter "none") Virginia Smith Bennett, Dublin Reflections, rev. ed. 1991.
*Attachments: DNone DLocation Map DSketch Map DContinuation Sheet I:&JBuilding, Structure, and Object Record
DArchaeological Record DOistrict Record DUnear Feature Record DMilling Station Record DRock Art Record
DArtifact Record DPhotograph Record 0 Other (list)
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*Resource Name or # 7100 San Ramon Road
B 1. Historic name: Amador/Dougherty/Niedt Homestead
B2. Common name: The Springs
B3. Original Use: Ranch B4. Present use: Apartments
*85. Architectural Style: Contemporary
*86. Construction History: (Construction date, alterations, and date of alterations)
The apartment complex at 7100 San Ramon Road was constructed in 1979 by Blackwell Homes of Campbell.
*87. Moved? OONo DYes DUnknown Date:
*88. Related Features:
Original Location:
B9a. Architect: James F. Riley
b. Builder: Blackwell Homes
*810. Significance: Theme Architecture. Exploration/Settlement Area Dublin Villaae
Period of Significance 1835-1935 Property Type Sprinos Applicable Criteria A
(Discuss importance in terms of historical or architectural context as defined by theme. period. and geographic scope. Also address integrity)
The recorded history of the site begins in 1835 when the 16,517-acre Rancho San Ramon was granted to Jose Maria Amador.
Amador built a two-story Monterey-style adobe and outbuildings on the site around 1830. In 1853 James Witt Dougherty arrived in
what is now Dublin and purchased 10,000 acres of Rancho San Ramon from Amador, including the subject property. In 1861, a
major earthquake on the Calaveras fault (which runs under the property), destroyed the Amador adobe, compelling Dougherty to
build a new frame house for his family. Following his death in 1879, James' son Charles inherited the property. Following the death
of Dougherty's wife Elizabeth in 1891, the 17,000 acres ranch was surveyed and subdivided. In 1906, Danish immigrants John and
Amelie Niedt purchased the 10-acre Plot R from Charles Dougherty and moved into the old Dougherty house. By the end of the
First World War, the Niedts had built a small refreshment stand and service station (Dublin Service Station) on the northeast corner
of Dublin Canyon Road and Donlon Way. In the 1930s they built an eyecatching lunchroom designed to resemble a tipi on the
northwest corner of Dublin Canyon Road and San Ramon Road. Following the death of John Niedt in 1949, his daughter Mrs.
Bertha Niedt Hilton and her children moved into the old Dougherty House, caring for a newly planted walnut grove. In 1955 they
built a ranch style dwelling on the northern part of the property and moved out of the old Dougherty House. The old Dougherty
home remained on the site until the Fire Department burned it to the ground in 1967 as part of a training exercise. The 1955
residence remained intact on the property until 1979 when Blackwell Homes bought the parcel and redeveloped it with apartments.
After facing pressure from local preservationists, Blackwell Homes set aside three-quarters of an acre on the eastern side of the
parcel to preserve a portion of Alamilla Springs and the Niedt family's walnut grove. The undeveloped portion of 7100 San Ramon
Road appears to be eligible for listing in the California Register under Criterion 1 and the National Register under Criterion A as the
location of Alamilla Springs, the historical nexus of Dublin. The rest of the property is ineligible for listing.
B 11. Additional Resource Attributes: (List attributes and codes)
*812. References: Alameda County Assessor/Recorder's Office,
Alameda County of Public Works, Dublin Heritage Center, Dublin Main
Library Archives
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Page -1- of ..L Resource name(s) or number(assigned by recorder) 11760 Dublin Boulevard
P1. Other Identifier: Bonde House
*P2. Location: ONot for Publication r&JUnrestricted *a. County Alameda
*b. USGS 7.5' Quad: Dublin, CA Date: 1979
'c. Address 11760 Dublin Boulevard City Dublin Zip 94568
'e. Other Locational Data: Block: 941-113 Lot: 3-1
*P3a. Description: (Describe resource and its major elements. Include design, materials, condition, alterations, size, setting, and boundaries.)
The Bonde House at 11760 Dublin Boulevard is a one-story, "L'; plan Craftsman bungalow with a shallow-pitch cross-gabled roof.
The walls are clad in clapboard siding and the roof in asphalt shingles. The dwelling and its associated outbuildings are situated on
a 94' x 305' lot on the north side of Dublin Boulevard, between Donlon Way and Hansen Drive. The faQade faces south onto Dublin
Boulevard. A front-facing gable-roofed porch, which appears to have been infilled, is supported by stuccoed pylons. The porch roof,
as well as the soffits of the side-facing gable roof are supported by angled struts. The typanum features a characteristically
Craftsman-style vent at its apex. The faQade is comprised a tripartite window in the easternmost bay and an entrance in the west
bay. Although the trim is original, the windows have been replaced with modern units with false muntins. The east and west walls
have undergone fewer alterations. The west wall features a brick chimney and double-hung windows. The east wall features a
projecting inglenook and an assortment of fenestration types. Behind the bungalow is a storage shed and a classroom addition
moved to the site in 1979. 11760 Dublin Boulevard appears to be in good condition.
*P3b. Resource Attributes: (list attributes and codes) HP2: Single Family Property; HP6: 1-3 Story Commercial Building
*P4. Resources Present: r&JBuilding OStructure OObject OSite ODistrict OElement of District OOther
Photo
P5b. Photo: (view and date)
September 4, 2003
*P6. Date Constructed/Age and
Sources: r&Jhistoric
Ca. 1920: County Maps, Historic
Photographs at the Dublin Heritage
Center
*P7. Owner and Address:
Fang Yuan Development &
Investment Company
11760 Dublin Boulevard
Dublin, California 94568
*P8. Recorded by:
Christopher VerPlanck
Page & Turnbull, Inc.
724 Pine Street
San Francisco, CA 94108
*P9. Date Recorded:
September 16, 2003
*P10. Survey Type:
Intensive Survey
*P11. Report Citation: (Cite survey report and other sources, or enter "none") None
*Attachments: ONone OLocation Map OSketch Map OContinuation Sheet r&JBuilding, Structure, and Object Record
OArchaeological Record ODistrict Record OLinear Feature Record OMilling Station Record ORock Art Record
OArtifact Record OPhotograph Record 0 Other (list)
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Page ..2- of ..2- *CHR Status Code 5S2
*Resource Name or # 11760 Dublin Boulevard
B1. Historic name: Bonde House
B2. Common name: Little Kid's Learning Center
B3. Original Use: Residence B4. Present use: Day Care Center
*85. Architectural Style: Craftsman Bungalow
*86. Construction History: (Construction date, alterations, and date of alterations)
11760 Dublin Boulevard was built Ca. 1920. It was remodeled for use as a day care center in 1979.
*87. Moved? I&INo DYes DUnknown Date:
*88. Related Features:
Original Location:
B9a. Architect: Unknown
b. Builder: Unknown
*810. Significance: Theme Architecture. Exoloration/Settlement Area Dublin Villaae
Period of Significance 1835-1935 Property Type Residence Applicable Criteria
(Discuss importance in terms of historical or architectural context as defined by theme, period, and geographic scope. Also address integrity)
The recorded history of the Bonde House began in 1835 when Governor Jose Figueroa granted the 16,517 -acre Rancho San
Ramon to Jose Maria Amador. In 1853 James Witt Dougherty and his family came to the Amador Valley and purchased 10,000
acres from Amador for $22,000. Dougherty ran cattle on his vast holdings throughout much of the nineteenth century. In 1879
Dougherty died, leaving his holdings to his son Charles and wife Elizabeth. In 1891, following Elizabeth's death the ranch was
subdivided and gradually sold off to small landholders, many of whom were recent Danish immigrants. In 1907 John Bonde
purchased the southwest corner of Plot Q of the Dougherty Ranch. The lot measured 94' x 303'. Bonde, a Danish immigrant, had
come to Dublin in 1895 where he got a job running the inn, Dougherty's Station. Bonde eventually purchased the adjoining property
comprising four acres, including the old inn from the Dougherty family. Around 1920 he built the existing bungalow on the
southwestern corner of his property and the Amador Garage on the eastern part of the lot. During the 1950s the property was
purchased by George and Gladys Lydiksen. The Lydiksens, also Danish-Americans, converted the former garage and service
station into a manufacturing facility. They continued to live in the Bonde House until 1977 when they sold it to John E. and Barbara
J. Olsen and J. E. and Elaine L. Reavis. Barbara Olsen and Elaine Reavis converted the house into a day care center in 1979 and
it has served this function until today. The Bonde House does not appear to be eligible for listing in the California or the National
Register, although it does have value as perhaps the oldest extant dwelling in Dublin. It merits protection and the local level.
B11. Additional Resource Attributes: (List attributes and codes)
*812. References: Alameda County Assessor/Recorder's Office, Dublin Heritage Center, Dublin Main Library Archives
B13. Remarks:
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Resource name(s} or number(assigned by recorder) Dublin Historical Preservation Association Property
Page -L of ..l...
P1. Other Identifier:
"P2. Location: DNot for Publication
"b. USGS 7.5' Quad: Dublin. CA
"c. Address N/A
'e. Other Locational Data:
I8JUnrestricted
"a. County Alameda
Date: 1979
City Dublin
Block: 941-1560
Lot: 3-3
Zip 94568
"P3a. Description: (Describe resource and its major elements. Include design. materials. condition, alterations. size, setting. and boundaries.)
This site is a landlocked parcel located between Dublin Cemetery and 1-580. The 41,277 square-foot parcel is bounded on the east
by the historic Murray property "Ponderosa." located at 6572 Donlon Way and the Hexcel Corporation property to the west. The
irregularly shaped parcel is bisected by the steeply banked channel of Dublin Creek which trends in an southeasterly direction from
Dublin Canyon into the Amador Valley. The parcel is thickly wooded with blue and tan oaks. walnuts. willows. locusts and
California bay trees.
"P3b. Resource Attributes: (list attributes and codes) HP 30: TreesNegetation
"P4. Resources Present: DBuilding DStructure DObject I8JSite DDistrict DElement of District DOther
P5b. Photo: (view and date)
September 4. 2003
"P6. Date Constructed! Age and
Sources: I8Jhistoric N/A
"P7. Owner and Address:
Dublin Historical Preservation
Association
P.O. Box 2245
Dublin, California 94568
'P8. Recorded by:
Christopher VerPlanck
Page & Turnbull, Inc.
724 Pine Street
San Francisco. CA 94108
'P9. Date Recorded:
September 16, 2003
P10. Survey Type:
Intensive Survey
"P11. Report Citation: (Cite survey report and other sources. or enter "none") Virginia Smith Bennett. Dublin Reflections. rev. ed. 1991.
"Attachments: DNone DLocation Map DSketch Map DContinuation Sheet I8JBuilding, Structure, and Object Record
DArchaeological Record DDistrict Record DLinear Feature Record DMilling Station Record DRock Art Record
DArtifact Record DPhotograph Record 0 Other (list)
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Page ..2.- of ..2.- *CHR Status Code 3D
*Resource Name or # None
81. Historic name: None
82. Common name:
83. Original Use: Unknown 84. Present use: Vacant
*85. Architectural Style:
*86. Construction History: (Construction date, alterations, and date of alterations)
*87. Moved? I&INo DYes DUnknown Date:
*88. Related Features:
Original Location:
B9a. Architect: Unknown
b. Builder:
*810. Significance: Theme N/A Area Dublin Villaae
Period of Significance N/A Property Type N/A Applicable Criteria
(Discuss importance in terms of historical or architectur.al context as defined by theme, period, and geographic scope. Also address integrity)
The recorded history of this property begins in 1839 with the granting of the 8,885-acre Rancho Santa Rita to Jose Dolores
Pacheco. In 1975 the Dublin Historic Preservation Foundation, which had just been formed to save the Old Murray School, sought
to move the deteriorated Fallon Homestead from south of 1-580 on Foothill Road to this site behind the newly formed Dublin
Heritage Center. While funds were being raised and permits acquired vandals looted and partially destroyed the Fallon Homestead
in October 1975. Despite the setback, Dublin Historic Preservation Association, hoping to create a "Little Williamsburg" along
Donlon Way, continued to move forward with the acquisition of the house. In May 1976 the Fallon Homestead was inadvertently
burned to the ground by firefighters in a training exercise. In June 1976 Dublin Historic Preservation Association purchased this lot
from Hexcel Corporation in hopes of eventually reconstructing the house. In 1994 DHPA leased the property to the Joaquin
Murrieta Chapter of E. Clampus Vitus. While this property does not appear to be eligible for listing in the California Register or the
National Register, the property deserves some consideration as an undeveloped parcel located adjacent to the Dublin Heritage
Center. It serves as a wooded buffer between 1-580 and Dublin Pioneer Cemetery. As a riparian environment in an area known to
have held Ohlone settlements, this property may potentially have archaeological remains.
811. Additional Resource Attributes: (List attributes and codes)
*812. References: Alameda County Assessor/Recorder's Office, Dublin Heritage Center, Dublin Main Library Archives
813. Remarks:
*814. Evaluator: Christopher VerPlanck
*Date of Evaluation: September 16, 2003
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Page -1- of -1... Resource name(s) or number(assigned by recorder) 6572 Donlon Way
P1. Other Identifier: "Ponderosa"
.P2. Location: oNot for Publication lliJUnrestricted .a. County Alameda
.b. USGS 7.5' Quad: Dublin, CA Date: 1979
'c. Address 6572 Donlon Way City Dublin
'e. Other LocationaJ Data: Block: 941-1560 Lot: 2-2
Date
Zip 94568
.P3a. Description: (Describe resource and its major elements. Include design, materials, condition, alterations, size, setting. and boundaries.)
6572 Donlon Way is a complex of buildings until recently consisting of a house and kennels and until recently, a tank house. It is
located on the west side of Donlon Way where it dead-ends into 1-580. The property, which is approximately two-thirds of an acre,
was originally part of a larger agricultural property that extended south of what is now 1-580. The property is currently bounded by
Dublin Creek to the north, the site of the former Fallon Homestead to the west, Donlon Way to the east and 1-580 to the south. The
house on the site faces east onto Donlon Way. It is a one-story, rectangular-plan Craftsman bungalow clad in weathered brown
shingles with a side-facing gable roof. The fa9ade is three bays wide with an integral entry bay in the left bay. The entry is
sheltered beneath a gabled canopy roof supported by wood struts. The other bays are indicated by clustered bands of double-hung
windows with original sash and casings. The roof is clad in modern composition materials. The other walls are similar, with fixed
and double-hung windows articulating the shingled walls. Located approximately 25' north of the house was a shingled tankhouse.
The tankhouse was recently demolished. To the west of the house and tankhouse are several modern kennel buildings constructed
in 1979. The house at 6572 Donlon Way appears to be in good condition.
.P3b. Resource Attributes: (list attributes and codes) HP 2: Single Family Property; HP6: '-3 Story Commercial Building
.P4. Resources Present: lliJBuilding oStructure oObject DSite DDistrict DElement of District oOther
P5b. Photo: (view and date)
September 4, 2003
.P6. Date Constructed/Age and
Sources: lliJhistoric
Ca. 1929: Aerial photos, information
from owner
.P7. Owner and Address:
Steven E. & Susan E. Hagan
6572 Donlon Way
Dublin, California 94568
.P8. Recorded by:
Christopher VerPlanck
Page & Turnbull, Inc.
724 Pine Street
San Francisco, CA 94108
.P9. Date Recorded:
September 16, 2003
P10. Survey Type:
Intensive Survey
.P11. Report Citation: (Cite survey report and other sources, or enter "none") None
.Attachments: DNone oLocation Map DSketch Map DContinuation Sheet lliJBuilding, Structure, and Object Record
OArchaeological Record oDistrict Record OLinear Feature Record OMilling Station Record DRock Art Record
OArtifact Record DPhotograph Record 0 Other (list)
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*Resource Name or # 6572 Donlon Wav
B1. Historic name: "Ponderosa"
B2. Common name: Dublin Creek Kennels
B3. Original Use: Ranch B4. Present use: Business and Residence
*85. Architectural Style: Craftsman (house)
*86. Construction History: (Construction date, alterations. and date of alterations)
The precise construction history of 6572 Donlon Way is uncertain as building permits for the house and tankhouse do not survive.
Based on the stylistic evidence that has been corroborated by the current occupants the construction date appears to be Ca. 1929.
The office and kennels behind the house were built in 1979.
*87. Moved? IIDNo DYes DUnknown Date:
*88. Related Features: Tankhouse (demolished)
Original Location:
B9a. Architect: Unknown
b. Builder: Ed Murray
*810. Significance: Theme Architecture, Exploration/Settlement Area Dublin Villaae
Period of Significance 1835-1935 Property Type Residence Applicable Criteria
(Discuss importance in terms of historical or architectural context as defined by theme, period, and geographic scope. Also address integrity)
The property at 6572 Donlon Way was originally part of a much larger estate called Rancho Santa Rita. The 8,885-acre rancho
was granted to Jose Dolores Pacheco in 1839. In 1852, Irish immigrants Michael Murray and his brother-in-law Jeremiah Fallon
came to the Amador Valley and purchased 250 and 246 acres respectively from Pacheco and Jose Maria Amador. Murray became
a sheep rancher and farmer and later an Alameda County Supervisor. In 1862 Irish immigrant John Green purChased most of
Murray's property with the exception of a small, approximately nineteen-acre parcel located south of St. Raymond's Church. A
subdivision map of the Green Estate dating from 1900 indicates that this property belonged to Michael Murray's nephew Mike
Murray. Mike's son Ed Murray built the existing residence circa 1929. The property, known as "Ponderosa" shows up on aerial
photos as a small, nineteen-acre ranch with pasture land and groves well into the first quarter of the twentieth century. In 1938
Highway 50, or the "Lincoln Highway," was constructed through Dublin Canyon, bisecting the small ranch into two pieces. Aerial
photographs taken in the mid-1950s and 1960s show the house, the tankhouse and several outbuildings on the property north of
the highway and a large barn on the south side of the highway. Ed's sister, Margaret inherited the property and lived there until her'
death in the 1970s. In 1979, then-owner Glenn Grupe applied for a variance to change the zoning from agricultural to commercial
and in 1981 he hired architect Fritz Wu of Concord to design an office and kennel structure for his business Glenroe Kennels. The
property is still operated as a kennel by the current owners. The house has a high level of integrity and until it was demolished, the
tankhouse retained a moderate degree of integrity. The property does not appear to be eligible for listing in the California or the
National Register although as a rare remnant of an agricultural property type in Dublin, 6572 Donlon Way has a high level of
significance at the local level and it would be a contributor to a National Register district.
811. Additional Resource Attributes: (List attributes and codes)
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*812. References: Alameda County Assessor/Recorder's Office,
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P1. Other Identifier: Pioneer Cemetery
*P2. Location: ONot for Publication [2]Unrestricted
*b. USGS 7.5' Quad: Dublin, CA
'c. Address 6600 Donlon Way
'e. Other Locational Data: Block: 941-1560 Lots: 5 & 6
Date
Dublin Pioneer Cemetery
*a. County Alameda
Date: 1979
City Dublin
Zip 94568
*P3a. Description: (Describe resource and its major elements. Include design, materials, condition, alterations, size, setting, and boundaries.)
Dublin Pioneer Cemetery is a one and a half acre cemetery on the west side of Donlon Way between Dublin Boulevard and 1-580.
The cemetery is bordered by Dublin Square Shopping Center to the north, Hexcel Corporation to the west, Dublin Creek to the
south and Dublin Heritage Center to the east. Dublin Cemetery now consists of two lots;. Lot 6, the old Catholic Cemetery
associated with St. Raymond's and Lot 5, the pioneer Protestant Cemetery. Lot 5 also includes a narrow right-of-way named
Hawthorne Lane which connects the Protestant Cemetery with Dublin Boulevard. Despite their separate origins, the two
cemeteries are typically perceived as a single entity and will be treated accordingly. Dublin Pioneer Cemetery is lushly vegetated
with a variety of native and introduced plantings, including a double row of hawthorne trees lining the main path in the Catholic
portion of the cemetery and a number of black and English walnut trees, white and valley oaks, sycamores and locusts clustered
along the paths and the rear fenceline of the Protestant section. Many of the headstones are very old, marking the location of many
of Dublin's pioneer families, including the Fallons, Murrays, Doughertys and Donlons. The oldest headstone belongs to Tom
Donlon who died during the construction of St. Raymond's in 1859. There were originally many wood burial markers located on
what is now the Heritage Center parking lot but most of these were destroyed by fire in 1917, leaving the location of many burials
uncertain. Damaged and neglected marble and granite headstones and retaining walls were cleaned and repaired in time for the
1976 Bicentennial, as well as again in 1993 after vandals smashed several headstones. Today Dublin Pioneer Cemetery is in
excellent condition.
*P3b. Resource Attributes: (list attributes and codes) HP 40: Cemetery; HP30: TreesNegetation
*P4. Resources Present: OBuilding OStructure OObject [2]Site ODistrict OElement of District OOther
P5b. Photo: (view and date)
September 4, 2003
*P6. Date Constructed! Age and
Sources: [2]historic
1859: Oakland Diocese Records
*P7. Owner and Address:
City of Dublin
100 Civic Plaza
Dublin, California 94568
*P8. Recorded by:
Christopher VerPlanck
Page & Turnbull, Inc.
724 Pine Street
San Francisco, CA 94108
*P9. Date Recorded:
September 16, 2003
*P10. Survey Type:
Intensive Survey
*P11. Report Citation: (Cite survey report and other sources. or enter "none") Virginia Smith Bennett, Dublin Reflections, rev. ed. 1991.
*Attachments: ONone OLocation Map OSketch Map OContinuation Sheet [2]Building, Structure, and Object Record
OArchaeological Record ODistrict Record OLinear Feature Record OMilling Station Record ORock Art Record
OArtifact Record OPhotograph Record 0 Other (list)
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*Resource Name or # Dublin Pioneer Cemeterv
B1. Historic name: St. Raymond's Cemetery, Pioneer Cemetery
B2. Common name: Dublin Pioneer Cemetery
B3. Original Use: Cemetery B4. Present use: Same
*85. Architectural Style:
*86. Construction History: (Construction date, alterations, and date of alterations)
Dublin Pioneer Cemetery came into existence along with St. Raymond's Church in 1859. In 1867 James Dougherty donated four
acres to the west of Catholic cemetery for the use of Protestant Dubliners. It is unknown when the paths and retaining walls were
built but they are concrete and appear to date from the 1920s or 1930s.
*87. Moved? OONo DYes DUnknown Date:
*88. Related Features:
Original Location:
B9a. Architect: Unknown
b. Builder: Unknown
*810. Significance: Theme Architecture. Exploration/Settlement Area Dublin Villaae
Period of Significance 1835-1935 Property Type Cemeterv Applicable Criteria A. B & 0
(Discuss importance in terms of historical or architectural context as defined by theme, period, and geographic scope. Also address integrity)
Dublin Pioneer Cemetery is rumored to have been used as a burial ground, first by Ohlone and then by Jose Maria Amador for
burying his Indian and Mexican laborers. The existing Catholic cemetery was consecrated in 1859 in conjunction with the
construction of St. Raymond's Church. The earliest European burial is that of Tom Donlon who fell to his death from the roof of St.
Raymond's during its construction. In 1867 James W. Dougherty donated four acres immediately west of the Catholic cemetery for
non-Catholic burials. The two cemeteries do not appear to have been marked off from one another by fences or walls and for most
of Dublin's history the two cemeteries served as Dublin's only cemetery. In 1917 a fire in the cemetery destroyed several dozen
wood headstones located where the parking lot of Dublin Heritage Center is now located. In the 1960s local residents began
working to protect the increasingly neglected cemetery. In 1968 the Diocese of Oakland sold the Catholic Cemetery to Dublin
Pioneer Cemetery, Inc. a private not-for-profit group formed in 1964 to care for the cemetery. Dublin Cemetery Inc. acquired the
adjoining Protestant Cemetery the preceding year. Prior to the 1976 Bicentennial local residents of Dublin maintained Dublin
Pioneer Cemetery, repairing broken headstones, clearing brush and fixing walkways. In 1993 vandals struck the cemetery,
damaging dozens of headstones. Many were repaired by Ron Beggs, a machinist employed by Hexcel Corp. In 1993 the City of
Dublin accepted Dublin Pioneer Cemetery as a gift from Dublin Cemetery Inc. Dublin Pioneer Cemetery appears to be eligible for
listing in the California Register under Criteria 1,2 and 4 and in the National Register under Criteria A (Events), B (Persons) and 0
(Information Potential). Applying "Criteria Consideration 0: Cemeteries," Dublin Cemetery still appears to be eligible for listing due
to the fact that it contains the headstones of most of Dublin's earliest pioneer settlers.
B 11. Additional Resource Attributes: (List attributes and codes)
*812. References: Diocese of Oakland, Alameda County Recorder's
Office, Dublin Main Library Archives, Dublin Heritage Center
B13. Remarks:
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Tree Recommendations for Dublin Village Historic Area
Street Trees
Appropriate for planting in tree wells or parkways and capable of
thinning and pruning of canopy. All are low water or drought tolerant.
Albizia julibrissin - Silk Tree
Semi deciduous with wide canopy
Max 40' ht with 40' spread
Arbutus menziesii - Madrone
Evergreen tree 20' ht with 40' spread (native)
Celtis sinesis - Chinese Hackberry
Deciduous with 30'-40' canopy
(has 1/4" red berry-like fruit)
Crataegus laevigata - English Hawthorn
Deciduous medium sized tree
25' ht with 20' spread
Laurus nobilis - Sweet Bay
Evergreen small to medium size tree
20' ht with 20' spread
Pistacia chinensis - Chinese Pistache
Semievergreen to 40' ht with 40' spread
Will require thinning for storefront visibility
Public Space Trees
Appropriate for larger spaces with plenty of room for roots and
canopies. All are low water or drought tolerant.
Juglans nigra - Black Walnut
Deciduous tree with high crown
70-100' ht and require plenty of room (has fruit - walnut)
Koelreuteria spp. - Chinese Flame or Goldenrain Tree
Large canopy 40' ht with 40' spread
Liquidambar styraciflua - Sweet Gum
Deciduous tree upright in youth becoming round with age
50' ht with 20-30' spread
Quercus agrifolia - California Live Oak
Evergreen slow growing large tree requires plenty of room
(native)
Schinus molle - California Pepper
Large evergreen with fast growth
40' ht with 40' spread - (can be messy)
Umbellularia californica - California Bay
Evergreen with dense canopy
40' ht with 40' spread (native)