09222026-Regular Agenda-25-attachment — Long Beach City Council, September 22, 2026

Agenda Item No. 4

June 30
, 2026

CHAIR AN

D CULTURAL HERITAGE COMMISSIONERS
City of Long Beach
California
RECOMM
ENDATION:

Request C
ity Council approve Mills Act contracts for the following six (6) properties: 347 Gladys Avenue, 417 Roswell Avenue, 729 Daisy Avenue, 1048 Magnolia Avenue, 3738 and 3738 1/2 Lemon Avenue, and 3745 California Avenue. (Districts 1, 2, 3, and 5) APPLIC
ANT: Various

THE REQUEST
The Pl
anning Bureau requests that the Cultural Heritage Commission make a recommendation that the City Council award six (6) Mills Act contracts. The combined applications consist of five (5) single-family properties and one (1) propert y from the duplex or triplex properties category. In consideration of the property tax abatement provided, each property owner has proposed a workplan to rehabilitate and restore their historic buildings and maintain them over a ten-year contract term. A total of 16 Mills Act applications were filed for consideration as part of the 2026 application cycle (Attachment A - Location Map).

Background
The Mil
ls Act, enacted by State law in 1972, allows local governments to enter into tax abatement contracts with property owners of historic structures in exchange for a commitment to a historic preservation work program for the property (Attachment B - Mills Act Guide).

Property owners propose a work program to restore their historic building as part of their contract and agree to restore, maintain, and preserve the property in accordance with specific historic preservation standards and conditions identified in the contract. Entering a Mills Act contract results in a property tax reassessment by the County Assessor, which may result in a 30 to 50 percent reduction in property tax, depending on the property. That property tax incentive is provided in exchange for a contractual agreement for restoration and improvements to a historic building through the preservation work program agreed to by the property owner and the City.

Community Development Department
Planning Bureau
411 West Ocean Boulevard, 3rd Floor, Long Beach, CA 90802 562.570.6194
Attachment A

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The City of Long Beach Mills Act Program was established in 1993, under the authority of State legislation. The Program provides a financial incentive for property owners undertaking restoration, rehabilitation, or maintenance of a designated historic property. The incentive is achieved through property tax relief to owners of historic properties in exchange for the tax savings to be used for rehabilitation and restoration of the historic property pursuant to the terms of a Mills Act contract with the City. The program has been operating since 1993, although there have been two pauses on new application cycles during that period including 2009-2015 as a result of the recession and from 2021 to 2023 because of the COVID- 19 pandemic.

In t he 2026 application cycle, planning staff conducted outreach to notify the public, invite property owners to apply for the Mills Act program and to provide technical assistance with the application process. The Department hosted two mandatory public workshops for potential applicants. The first workshop was held in-person at the Jenny Oropeza Community Center (401 Golden Avenue) and was also livestreamed virtually on Saturday, January 24, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. The Pre-Application workshop provided general information about the Mills Act program, property criteria, and benefits of the Mills Act Program. There was a total of 63 attendees: 29 in-person attendees and 34 virtual attendees. The second workshop was held virtually on Saturday, February 21, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. via Zoom with 25 persons in attendance.

The second workshop provided more detailed program information, staff assistance with applications, and opportunities to ask specific questions.

As part of the outreach effort, Mills Act Program informational videos in English, Spanish and Khmer were posted on the City website. Focused outreach was conducted for the 202 6 Mills Act Program in order to engage communities that historically have less participation in the program than in previous years. Targeted outreach included direct mailers to the smaller historic districts (such as Brenner Place, Elio t Lane, Linden Drive, Lowen a Drive, Minerva Drive, Grant Neighborhood and Drake Park Willmore City), email blasts, advertising on social media (Link LB and various social media platforms), phone and direct contact through word of mouth. Staff also collaborated with neighborhood associations and Long Beach Heritage to promote the Mills Act Tax Abatement Program. Application forms and supporting documents which included the instructions with the objective of streamlining the application process for interested applicants were updated. The updated application materials provide additional details and instructions , including an emphasis on the participation of underrepresented communities and unique properties in the program.

Additionally, the Mills Act Program team recorded both of the workshop meetings and made them publicly accessible on the City’s website. Interested participants were provided with an opportunity to watch the recording of the workshops and self-attest their attendance to meet the mandatory attendance workshop requirement. This opportunity was made available to assist owners who may not have been able to attend the day of the workshop. Overall, the outreach efforts were intended to streamline the process and provide interested parties with information and an opportunity to participate.

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To be eligible for the Mills Act program, a building must meet one of the following criteria: be currently designated as a historic landmark, be eligible for landmark designation and complete the designation process, or be a contributing structure located in a historic district. A contributing structure is a structure located in a designated historic district that adds to the area’s historic, architectural or cultural significance and was constructed during the period of significance of the historic distric t. A historic district is made up of contributing and non- noncontributing structures.

The Mills Act program allows for up to 22 Mills Act contracts that can be awarded in a typical year across various property types. Each property type has a corresponding annual limit of contracts that can be awarded. The different property types and corresponding limits are as follows: 12 contracts for single family properties, three contracts for duplex or triplex properties, four contracts for multi-family properties, one contract for non-residential (commercial, industrial, and institutional) properties, and two contracts regardless of property type if the property is deemed to be of exceptional architecture, culturally significant , or at risk of demolition. Additionally, properties are limited by property valuation (Attachment C – Schedule and Valuation).

ANALYSIS

A total of 16 Mills Act applications were received by the Planning Bureau for the 202 6 application cycle. Staff received t welve (12) applications from the single- family property category, two (2) applications from the duplex and triplex category, and one (1) application from the multifamily residential or mixed residential/commercial category. One application from the single-family residential category was also from the E xceptional Properties category because it was over the valuation limit.

The following tables provide a breakdown of the applications received:

Table 1. Applications Received that Include Requests for New Landmark Designation

Historic District Address Building Type
N/A 16 12th Place Single-Family
N/A 1502 57th Street Single Family
N/A 1820 Snowden Avenue Single-Family
N/A 2075 East 3rd Street Multi-Family

Table 2. Applications Received for Contributing Buildings In Historic Districts 1 Property Type Number of Applications
Single-Family 9

1The eleven (11) applications shown in Table 2 are for contributing properties only and does not reflect the total number of applications received.

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Duplex/Triplex 2
Multi-Family / Mixed-Use
(4 or more units 0
Commercial 0

Included in this report is application information sorted by historic district and council district to illustrate the geographic distribution of applications received throughout the city. The largest single source of applications this year was from properties located in historic districts. The City received applications for properties in 5 out of 18 historic districts, and 6 out of 9 Council Districts. By Council District , most applications filed were by property owners located in Council District 2, which has the highest concentration of historic district properties in the City with five historic districts. Council District 5 had a high number of applications by historic district. The California Heights Historic District is in Council District 5 and is the largest Historic District in both area and number of properties . Table 4 and 5 summarize the number of applications by historic district and council district:

Table 4. Applications Received by Historic District

Applications by Historic District Number of Applications Belmont Heights 2
Bluff Heights 2
Bluff Park 1
Brenner Place 0
California Heights 4
Carroll Park 0
Drake Park/Willmore City 2
Eliot Lane 0
Helman Street / Craftsman 0
Linden Drive 0
Lowena Drive 0
Minerva Drive 0
Rose Park 0
Neyham Neighborhood (Grant) 0
Rose Park South 0
Sunrise 0
Wilton Street 0
Wrigley Area 0
Total 11

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Table 5. Applications Received by Council District

Applications by Council District Number of Applications CD1 3
CD2 5
CD3 2
CD4 1
CD5 4
CD6 0
CD7 0
CD8 1
CD9 0
Total 16

Tables 4 and 5 illustrate how most applications are from the southern part of the City. While there are historic properties throughout all Long Beach, the southern portion of the City retains high concentrations of older building stock and has the largest number of designated historic districts and historically designated properties, which explains why there is a larger number of applications in Council Districts 1 and 2. Council District 5 had the second highest concentration of applications submitted. California Heights Historic District is in Council District 5 and is the largest Historic District in both area and number of properties.

The Community Development Department has been working on two historic preservation initiatives that involve a broader study and recognition of various underrepresented communities in city history to help fill historical gaps within City historic preservation documents, such as the update to the Citywide Historic Context Statement, which currently provides very limited information about communities of color. Building upon the Race & Suburbanization Historic Context Statement approved in 2022, a draft of the Historic Context Statement update is anticipated for public release later this year. Staff are continuing efforts to expand the historic preservation program to increase recognition and preservation of community histories that are under-represented in the historic preservation program in Long Beach. Upon completion of the Citywide Historic Context S tatement update, staff will be re- evaluating the design of the Mills Act program to identify ways of more equitably awarding Mills Act contracts in future years, which can include a focus on properties recognized through the Context Statement update and which represent, are owned by, or have a particular connection to underrepresented communities of color in Long Beach.

2026 Mills Act Program Recommendations

A total of 16 Mills Act applications were filed this year. After evaluating each application against the criteria described in the application guide and in consideration of both the historic value of the property and the strength of the workplan, staff is recommending six (6) contracts to be

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awarded. Applications in this year’s application cycle reflect a broad range of proposed improvements that would support the preservation of the subject historic properties, including foundation repairs, re-roofs, exterior siding repairs, plumbing and electrical upgrades, window restoration/rehabilitation and/or replacements.

Staff is recommending Mills Act contract approval as noted for each of the following properties (Attachment D – Work Plans Recommended).

1. 347 Gladys– A one-story Craftsman Bungalow constructed in 1913 that features a low- pitched roof with side facing gable roof and a large, covered porch supported by three wide brick columns , exterior siding and wood windows . The building is intact and the workplan includes reroofing the house and attached garage, removing all non- original exterior siding and installing new exterior wood siding, comprehensive window restoration, restoration of the original front door, stripping paint from the concrete floor of the porc h and removing stucco from porch support column bases, repainting the house and garage, chimney restoration and front walkway replacement.

2. 417 Roswell Avenue – A one story Craftsman Bungalow residence constructed in 1922 that features a low sloping roof with a front facing gable, a large, covered porch, wood windows and exterior horizontal wood siding. The building i s intact and the workplan includes seismic retrofit of the building foundation, restoration of the exterior wood siding, repainting, restoration of the porch steps and walkway, removing non- original windows and installing new wood framed windows, replacing non-historic front windows with the historic diamond wooden windows, chimney restoration, replacing roof rafter s damaged by termites, restoration of the ribbon driveway, plumbing and electrical system upgrades, installing a French drain system to improve water drainage, and installing new roof gutters,

3. 729 Daisy Avenue – A one story Vernacular residence constructed in 1907 that features high sloped pyramid roof, a large covered front porch, horizontal wood siding and wood windows. The building is intact and the workplan includes restoration of the front window, replacement of non-original windows with new wood windows, removal of a non-original front door and replacement with a historically appropriate door, front porch restoration, exterior siding restoration, repainting, front yard restoration and fence removal, plumbing and electrical system upgrades, replacing non-original porch light fixture.

4. 1048 Magnolia Avenue – A one-story Craftsman Bungalow residence constructed in 1907 that features a front facing gable roof system, exterior cedar wood shingles, wood windows, and a covered porch. The building is intact and the workplan features foundation repairs and seismic upgrade, installing new roof material, restoration of the exterior cedar shingles, window restoration, restoration of the original front door, restoration of the walkway leading to the front porch, installing new gutters, and removal of the vinyl front yard fence.

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5. 3738 and 3738 1/2 Lemon Avenue – A two-story Craftsman duplex constructed in 1928 that features a front facing gable roof with red clay roof tiles, stucco exterior walls, a front facing second floor balcony with wood railings supported by square wood columns, wood windows and doors . The building is intact, and the workplan includes major foundation repairs, exterior stucco restoration, repainting, removal of a non-original door and installing new historically appropriate entry door, removal and replacement of the concrete driveway, installation of drainage lines and a French drain to prevent water infiltration, removal of a concrete deck and tree root removal to address tree root damage to foundation, removing the wood fence from in front of the detached garage, replacing the light fixtures on front porch..

6. 3745 California Avenue – A one-story Spanish Colonial residence constructed in 1929 featuring red clay roof tiles, exterior stucco walls, wood windows, and an enclosed courtyard. The building is intact and the workplan includes roof repairs that include replacing damaged roof tiles, and replac ing the underlayment, stucco restoration, comprehensive window restoration, restoration of the original mahogany front door, repainting, courtyard wall restoration, electrical upgrades, re- grading perimeter soil to address water infiltration, and installing gutters.

Landmark Designation Recommendations

Planning Bureau staff received four (4) landmark nomination applications (16 12th Place and 1502 East 57th Street, 1820 Snowden Avenue, and 2075 East 3rd Street) along with the Mills Act Program applications this year. After reviewing the landmark nomination applications, staff determined that additional documentation for each application is needed to analyze each property for landmark merit. Subsequently, there are no landmark applications recommended for consideration this year.

The property owners for these landmark nomination applications were informed that the applications were incomplete and were encouraged to engage with a histor ic preservation consultant to prepare a formal analysis of the history of the property for review. At this time, the analysis would not be able to be completed in time for this year’s Mills Act application cycle.

The property owners were offered an opportunity to submit the formal analysis on a separate timeline from the Mills Act contracts.

Properties are required to be either a contributing structure in a historic district or a designated historic landmark in order to be eligible for a Mills Act contract. Long Beach Municipal Code (LBMC) Chapter 2.63 provides the criteria for historic landmark designation. To be eligible for Landmark designation, a cultural resource must retain integrity and meet one of the following criteria:

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C. It embodies the distinctive characteristics of a type, period, or method of construction, or it represents the work of a master, or it possesses high artistic values; or
D. It has yielded, or may be likely to yield, information important in pre- history or history.

A combined analysis of each property’s eligibility for both Landmark designation and Mills Act is provided below; the discussion is organized by address.

Mills Act Program Applications Not Awarded This Year

Applications that included a comprehensive scope of work including “major” repair items, workplans which will reverse exterior modifications and/or restore original architectural features were given strong consideration. Repairs that improve the condition of the structure for the long term were also a focus of applications recommended by staff. Some of the properties not selected have already had more substantial repairs or were in good condition and not in need of restoration work, or the scope of work in the workplans was limited and did not address long- term needs of the subject properties. Awarding contracts with insufficient workplans is inappropriate in comparison to the property owner benefit and city cost of the contract, even on noteworthy or architecturally significant properties. By comparison, the recommendations in support by staff more closely align with the Mills Act program criteria, are most substantial in scope, and meet the preservation goals of the program.

The following is a list of the ten (10) applications that are not recommended by staff to move forward in this year’s application cycle. The proposed workplans were deemed not sufficient to meet the threshold to be awarded a contract this year (Attachment E – Workplans Not Recommended).

• 16 12th Place – A single-family residence built in 1904 in the Queen Anne architectural style. The property is not located in a historic district and needs a landmark designation to be eligible for the Mils Act. The applicant submitted a landmark nomination application but did not include substantial supporting documentation to support the nomination.

After review of the application, staff is not able to make the finding that the property would qualify for landmark designation based on the information provided. Therefore, staff is not able to recommend this application at this time, which is a requirement for this property to be considered for a Mills Act contract.

• 455 East Ocean Boulevard – A twelve-story Renaissance Revival residential building built in 1923. The building has 159 condominium units and is a designated historic landmark, the Cooper Arms Building. The application included a robust work program.

However, in order to be eligible for a Mills Act contract in the City of Long Beach, all 159 condominium owners are required to enter into the contract. After the application was submitted, one condominium owner submitted an objection to the Mills Act application.

As a result, the City is not able to continue process ing the application. However, the Cooper Arms Building is encouraged to reapply if and when circumstances change.

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• 531 Roswell Avenue – A single-family residence built in 1922 in the Craftsman architectural style. The workplan did not include a substantial number of rehabilitation projects and therefore the proposal did not meet the Mills Act program’s intent. In order to be recommended for approval , a workplan for restoration of the building should be more comprehensive.

• 1502 57 th Street – A single -family residence built in 1930 in the Spanish Colonial architectural style. The property is not located in a historic district and needs landmark designation to be eligible for the Mils Act. The applicant submitted a landmark nomination application but did not include substantial supporting documentation to support the nomination as is required. After review of the application, staff is not able to make the finding that the property would qualify for landmark designation based on the information provided. Therefore, staff is not able to recommend this application at this time.t.

• 1820 Snowden Avenue – A single-family residence built in 1952 in the Mid- Century Modern architectural style. The property is not located in a historic district and needs landmark designation to be eligible for the Mils Act. The applicant submitted a landmark nomination application but did not include substantial supporting documentation to support nomination. The residence was originally constructed in 1952 by noted architects Poper and Locket t. In 1965, noted architect Lepold Fischer (1901-1975) designed a rear addition to the building. Dr. L Ward Youry (1916-1994), a noted ceramic artist, sculptor and educator who founded the Ceramics Department at California State University, Long Beach lived in the house. Staff believes this property may be able to qualify as a landmark designation with additional supporting documentation and has encouraged the property owner to engage with a historic prevention consultant to conduct further research the property history in order to provide the additional documentation needed to support the landmark nomination. Without historic landmark designation supporting documentation, staff is currently unable to fully determine whether the property is eligible for landmarking at this time, which is a requirement for this property to be considered for a Mills Act contract.

• 2075 East 3 rd Street – A two-story residential apartment building built in 1929 in the Spanish Colonial architectural style. The property is not located in a historic district and needs landmark designation to be eligible for the Mils Act. The applicant submitted a landmark nomination application but did not include substantial supporting documentation to support the nomination as is required. The residential building was designed by master architect George D. Riddle (1888-1968). Staff believes this property would qualify as a landmark designation and has encouraged the property owners to engage with a historic preservation consultant to conduct further research on the property in order to provide the additional documentation needed to support the landmark nomination. Without historic landmark designation supporting documentation, staff was unable to make the finding that the property is eligible for landmarking based on the information provided, which is a requirement for this property to be considered

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for a Mills Act contract. Therefore, staff is not able to recommend this application at this time.

• 2730 Mariquita Street – A two-story Prairie residence constructed in 1923 that features a low sloping roof, horizontal wood siding, and wood windows. The original building is intact and the workplan included substantial improvement projects such as foundation repairs, replacing the roof material, exterior wood siding restoration and repainting, comprehensive window and door restoration, front porch repair and restoration, chimney repairs, regrading perimeter soil to address water infiltration. There is an open code enforcement case on the property that originated prior to the current owners taking ownership. Because of this open code enforcement case, the property is ineligible for a contract. The property owner was encouraged to resolve the code case and reapply for the program next year.

• 2934 East 1 st Street – A single -family residence built in 1925 in the Tudor Revival architectural style. This property was submitted under the E xceptional Category because it exceeds the valuation threshold limits for the single- family residential category. The Exceptional Category was intended to capture those properties that are not designated landmarks but retain specific historic or cultural significance to the level of a designated landmark structure. As submitted, staff was not able to make the finding that the property is eligible for the Exceptional Category. Staff has advised the applicant that additional analysis is needed to support this application under this category.

• 3439 Lemon Avenue – A single-family residence built in 1938 in the Spanish Colonial architectural style. The workplan did not include a substantial number of rehabilitation projects and therefore the proposal did not meet the Mills Act program intent.

• 3587 Gundry Avenue – A single-family residence built in 1933 in the Spanish Colonial architectural style. The workplan did not include a substantial number of rehabilitation projects and therefore the proposal did not meet the Mills Act Program intent.

RECOMENDATION

The Planning Bureau received a total of 16 applications for this years cycle . Out of the 16 applications received staff has recommended six (6) for Mills Act contracts. Five (5) applications are in the single- family residential category and one is in the duplex/triplex category. In total, six (6) applications are being recommended for contracts with ten (10) applications not recommended for contracts this year. Staff recommends that the Cultural Heritage Commission make a recommendation to the City Council to award six (6) Mills Act contracts as outlined in this staff report.

PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE

General public notices are not required for the recommendation to the City Council to award Mills Act contracts.

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ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW

In accordance with the 15331 Guidelines for Implementation of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), environmental review is not required for actions taken for the preservation or restoration of historic structures.

Respectfully submitted,

GINA CASILLAS

PROJECT PLANNER

ALEJANDRO PLASCENCIA

PRESERVATION PLANNER

ALISON SPINDLER-RUIZ, AICP

ACTING PLANNING BUREAU MANAGER

MARISSA MOSHIER

ENVIRONMENTAL AND CULTURAL

RESOURCES OFFICER

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Attachments: Attachment A – Vicinity Map
Attachment B – Mills Act Guide
Attachment C – 2026 Schedule and Valuation
Attachment D – Work Plans D1 - D6 Recommended
Attachment E – Work Plans Not Recommended

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16 12th Place
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531 Roswell Ave
1502 57th St
1820 Snowden
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3587 Gundry Ave
347 Gladys
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1048 Magnolia Ave
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2026 Mills Act Program
Recommendations (6)
Mills Act Program
Applications Not
Awarded This Year (10)
Attachment A
City of Long Beach

MILLS ACT
Property Tax Incentive Program
2026 Application Guide
Photograph of Eliot Lane Historic District

CITY OF
For property owners undertaking restoration, rehabilitation or maintenance of a designated historic property

LONG BEACH

COMMUNITY

DEVELOPMENT
Attachment B

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Community Development Department
Planning Bureau
411 W. Ocean Boulevard, 2nd Floor, Long Beach, CA 90802 562.570.6194 | longbeach.gov/lbcd
Mills Act Program 2026 Schedule and Valuation
2026 Schedule and Deadlines
City of Long Beach Mills Act Program
2026 Application Period Schedule
Step Action Timeline
1 Application Guide and
Forms available to public
January 5, 2026
2 Mandatory pre-application
workshop for all potential
applicants
Saturday, January 24, 2026
3 Mandatory workshop for applicants
proceeding with applications
Saturday, February 21, 2026
4 Application form and pre-application
fee due to City
Friday, March 20, 2026
5 Pre-contract property inspections
conducted by City Staff
March – April 2026
6 Cultural Heritage Commission
recommendation hearing
On or before Tuesday, July 1, 2026
7 City Council Hearing On or before August 1, 2026
8 City notifies applicants of final
selection
On or before October, 2026
9 City issues draft contracts to
selected applicants
November 2026
10 Selected applicants return executed
contract and application fee
to City
December 2026
11 City executes and records
contract with County
Recorder
On or before December 31, 2026
Attachment C

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2026 Mills Act Valuation
Property Type Valuation Limit
Single Family Residential (1 dwelling unit) Valuation less than $1,718,912 Duplex or Triplex Residential (2 or 3
dwelling units)
Valuation less than $1,031,477
per dwelling unit.

Multifamily Residential or Mixed
Residential/Commercial (4 or more
dwelling units)
No valuation limit.

Non-Residential (Commercial, Industrial, or
Institutional)
Valuation less than $4,447,694
(All Property Types – exceptional
properties, culturally significant, or
properties at risk of demolition
No valuation limit – 2 contracts may
be awarded.

To request this information in an alternative format or to request a reasonable accommodation, please contact the Community Development Department at longbeach.gov/lbcd and 562.570.3807. A minimum of three business days is requested to ensure availability; attempts will be made to accommodate requests with shorter notice.

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Community Development Department
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411 W. Ocean Boulevard, 2nd Floor, Long Beach, CA 90802 562.570.6194 | longbeach.gov/lbcd
Mills Act Restoration & Maintenance Workplan and Schedule Use this template to develop a detailed workplan and schedule of work to be completed in the first 10 years of the contract. All work must be consistent with the Secr Rehabilitation. Work that is visible from the public right-of-way, corrects any critical systems or structural deficiencies, and preserves historic features of the property should be given first priority. All exterior work on historic properties requires prior City approval through a Certificate of Appropriateness. Any unpermitted work could be subject to fines, penalties, or might have to be modified, removed or redone at owner expense. Photographs of existing conditions of the building features where work is proposed must be included in application. Proposed work using local vendors for materials and/or labor may receive priority consideration. Please include additional sheets as necessary.

Year of Completion: Photographs Attached to Application ________________________________________________________________________________ Description of Building Feature:
________________________________________________________________________________ Will local Long Beach vendors for materials or labor be used? Yes No If Yes, Please Describe:
________________________________________________________________________________ Detailed Description of proposed work:

Attachment D
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Community Development DepartmentPlanning Bureau
411 W. Ocean Boulevard, 2nd Floor, Long Beach, CA 90802 562.570.6194 | longbeach.gov/lbcd
Mills Act Restoration & Maintenance Workplan and Schedule Use this template to develop a detailed workplan and schedule of work to be completed in the first 10 years of the contract. All work must be consistent with the Secr Rehabilitation. Work that is visible from the public right-of-way, corrects any critical systems or structural deficiencies, and preserves historic features of the property should be given first priority. All exterior work on historic properties requires prior City approval through a Certificate of Appropriateness. Any unpermitted work could be subject to fines, penalties, or might have to be modified, removed or redone at owner expense. Photographs of existing conditions of the building features where work is proposed must be included in application. Proposed work using local vendors for materials and/or labor may receive priority consideration. Please include additional sheets as necessary.

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Community Development DepartmentPlanning Bureau
411 W. Ocean Boulevard, 2nd Floor, Long Beach, CA 90802 562.570.6194 | longbeach.gov/lbcd
Mills Act Restoration & Maintenance Workplan and Schedule Use this template to develop a detailed workplan and schedule of work to be completed in the first 10 years of the contract. All work must be consistent with the Secr Rehabilitation. Work that is visible from the public right-of-way, corrects any critical systems or structural deficiencies, and preserves historic features of the property should be given first priority. All exterior work on historic properties requires prior City approval through a Certificate of Appropriateness. Any unpermitted work could be subject to fines, penalties, or might have to be modified, removed or redone at owner expense. Photographs of existing conditions of the building features where work is proposed must be included in application. Proposed work using local vendors for materials and/or labor may receive priority consideration. Please include additional sheets as necessary.

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Community Development DepartmentPlanning Bureau
411 W. Ocean Boulevard, 2nd Floor, Long Beach, CA 90802 562.570.6194 | longbeach.gov/lbcd
Mills Act Restoration & Maintenance Workplan and Schedule Use this template to develop a detailed workplan and schedule of work to be completed in the first 10 years of the contract. All work must be consistent with the Secr Rehabilitation. Work that is visible from the public right-of-way, corrects any critical systems or structural deficiencies, and preserves historic features of the property should be given first priority. All exterior work on historic properties requires prior City approval through a Certificate of Appropriateness. Any unpermitted work could be subject to fines, penalties, or might have to be modified, removed or redone at owner expense. Photographs of existing conditions of the building features where work is proposed must be included in application. Proposed work using local vendors for materials and/or labor may receive priority consideration. Please include additional sheets as necessary.

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Community Development Department
Planning Bureau
411 W. Ocean Boulevard, 2nd Floor, Long Beach, CA 90802 562.570.6194 | longbeach.gov/lbcd
Mills Act Restoration & Maintenance Workplan and Schedule Use this template to develop a detailed workplan and schedule of work to be completed in the first 10 years of the contract. All work must be consistent with the Secretary of Interior’s Standards for Rehabilitation. Work that is visible from the public right-of-way, corrects any critical systems or structural deficiencies, and preserves historic features of the property should be given first priority. All exterior work on historic properties requires prior City approval through a Certificate of Appropriateness. Any unpermitted work could be subject to fines, penalties, or might have to be modified, removed or redone at owner expense. Photographs of existing conditions of the building features where work is proposed must be included in application. Proposed work using local vendors for materials and/or labor may receive priority consideration. Please include additional sheets as necessary.

Address:
2029
Back concrete and neighboring tree
3 3
3738 - 3738 1/2 Lemon Ave, Long Beach, CA 90807
A large tree on the neighboring property has sent roots into the foundation perimeter. We will address this by removing the backyard concrete and grinding roots along our property line. We will excavate a 2ft deep trench to cut roots and prevent growth toward the building, and another trench 5ft from the garage to protect it as well. A thick cable will be installed between the two main tree trunks to provide structural support.

We will engage a local arborist for tree removal and root grinding.

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Address:
2030
Shared driveway
3 3
3738 - 3738 1/2 Lemon Ave, Long Beach, CA 90807
The driveway concrete will be replaced with proper grading and drainage components to direct water away from the foundation and property. It will have scored joints consistent with the historical design guidelines, and the existing original look. This is necessary to prevent water damage under the structure from water pooling after addressing existing foundation issues.

We will engage local Long Beach concrete contractors. Materials including concrete, rebar, and drainage components will be sourced from Long Beach building supply vendors.

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Address:
2032
Side property fence near garage
3 3
3738 - 3738 1/2 Lemon Ave, Long Beach, CA 90807
We propose to replace the existing fence near the garage. The new fence will be designed to meet current local codes while ensuring the property layout allows for full and unobstructed access to the garage for vehicles and maintenance. Materials will be chosen to be in accordance with the historical design guidelines.

Local Long Beach fencing vendors will be used for materials and labor.

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Address:
2033
Original front entry door
3 3
3738 - 3738 1/2 Lemon Ave, Long Beach, CA 90807
The original front entry door was replaced at an unknown date with a modern door that is incompatible with the building's architectural character. We have photographs from 2007 documenting the original door, which featured paneling and proportions typical of the Spanish Colonial Revival style of the 1920s. It matches the other door, which is still intact.

The current replacement door is clearly visible from Lemon Avenue and significantly diminishes the historic appearance of the primary facade. We propose to remove the existing non-original door and have a new door custom-fabricated to replicate the original design as documented in our earlier photographs. The door frame will be inspected and reframed as needed to properly fit the new period-appropriate door.

Restoring the front door will be visually impactful , returning a defining feature of the primary elevation to its original character. Attached photographs show both the original 2007 door and the current non-historic replacement for comparison.

A local Long Beach carpenter (M&A Finish Carpentry) will be engaged to custom-fabricate a historically accurate replacement door. Period-appropriate hardware will be sourced from a local restoration supply vendor (B&B Antique Hardware).

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Address:
2034
Exterior light sconces
3 3
3738 - 3738 1/2 Lemon Ave, Long Beach, CA 90807
The existing exterior light sconces on the building are not original. We will replace all exterior sconces with fixtures appropriate to the period.

The materials will be from Steven Handelman Studios, and the labor will be local.

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Address:
2035-2036
Exterior stucco walls
3 3
3738 - 3738 1/2 Lemon Ave, Long Beach, CA 90807
The exterior stucco exhibits cracking stemming from past foundation movement and settling. We propose to carefully repair and patch all cracked and damaged stucco on all exposed elevations.

This work is scheduled for the final years of the plan to ensure that all foundation and drainage stabilization is complete and the building has reached a resting point, preventing future damage to the new finish.

Local Long Beach workers experienced with stucco will handle all patching, repair, and finish work.

Stucco materials and paint will be purchased from local suppliers

Work order Year 2027
Front window replacement with muntins to restore early Tudor Revival architecture detail Original – single hung or lower sash wooden, mullioned twin windows, with muntins.

Scope of work
- To reverse an inappropriate alteration by replacing one vinyl sash window (or both if appropriate replacement is not found) with wooden window with muntins equivalent to the original. If using the same kind of material is not feasible, then a compatible substitute material that conveys the same appearance of the components of the surviving window may be considered.
- Seal, repaint and make sure sashes are secured in place. Inspect for signs of mildew, mold, or wood softening. Repair if necessary.
- Install tempered glass, if necessary, to meet current building code. - Sustain historic operability by cleaning the window rails, lubricating friction points, replacing broken components of the operating system if found in the historically appropriate twin window, and replacing deteriorated gaskets or insulating units. 16 12th Place
Attachment E
Work order Year 2028
Foundation structural grooming
Scope of work
- Id entify, retain, and preserve structural systems as well as the visible features of structural systems that are important in deﬁning the overall historic character of the building. Features include load bearing wooden posts and beams and molded concrete walls.
- Evaluate the overall condition of the structural system to determine whether repairs to structural features will be necessary.
- Repair the structural system by augmenting individual components, using recognized preservation methods. For example, weakened structural members (such as ﬂoor framing) can be paired with a new member, braced, or otherwise supplemented and reinforced. Consider adding a seismic retroﬁt. - Stabilize deteriorated or damaged structural systems as a preliminary measure, when necessary, prior to undertaking preservation work. - Protect and maintain the structural system by ensuring that wood structural members are free from insect infestation.
16 12th Place
Work order Year 2029
Foundation weatherprooﬁng grooming
Scope of work
- Evaluate the overall condition of the molded foundation concrete walls to determine whether more than protection and maintenance will be necessary. - Id entify, retain, and preserve visible features of the foundation that are important in deﬁning the overall historic character of the building such as the molded concrete walls.
- Stabilize deteriorated, cracked or damaged load bearing concrete walls as a preliminary measure, when necessary, prior to undertaking preservation work. - Protect and maintain the foundation by keeping gutters and downspouts clear and rooﬁng in good repair. Apply appropriate coatings or install weather barriers to keep humidity away from the foundation concrete walls as well as the basement. - Consider installing a draining system to keep rainwater away from the foundation. 16 12th Place
Work order Year 2030
Repairing and preserving double awning windows
Original – stacked twin awning wooden windows, with dual arm operators.

Scope of work
- To repair the operating mechanisms of the windows. Top window mechanism is inoperable. The bottom window mechanism needs adjustment and tightening of the gearbox. The objective is to sustain historic operability by replacing broken components of the operating system and lubricating friction points. - If broken components are found that cannot be replaced with originals or if using the same kind of material is not feasible, an appropriate replacement or a compatible substitute material that conveys the same appearance of the components of the original window may be considered.
- R emove paint from cranks and locks, repaint sashes to match material, design, scale, color, and ﬁnish. Inspect for signs of mildew, mold, or wood softening. Repair wood if necessary. Reseal or replace deteriorated gaskets or insulating units. 16 12th Place
Work order Year 2031
Plumbing grooming
Scope of work
- Locate any corroding galvanic pipe and replace with copper. - Locate any cast iron pipe that could crack and replace with Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS)
- Check for leaks: Inspect under sinks, around toilets, and near appliances for signs of water.
- Clean drains and traps. Remove and clean sink traps to eliminate buildup of grease, food, and hair.
- Test water pressure and temperature to ensure they are within the recommended range.
- Ensure that all valves and shut-off systems are working correctly. - Follow the manufacturer's recommendations for maintaining the water heater. -
16 12th Place
Work order Year 2032
Electrical system grooming
Scope of work
- C onduct inspection to check for wear, damage, and ensure safety and compliance with safety codes.
- Perform check on outlets, switches, and circuit breakers for any signs of wear or damage.
- Regularly clean electrical components to prevent overheating and ensure proper cooling.
- Utilize multimeters and other tools to diagnose issues and maintain the system's functionality.
- Replace damaged or frayed wires. Check switches for excessive voltage or issues with the wiring in the walls.
- Consider using Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters (GFCIs) for electrical safety. 16 12th Place
W
ork order 2033-2036
Roof grooming
Scope of work
- Evaluate the overall condition of the roof and roof features to determine whether more than protection and maintenance, such as repairs to roof features, will be necessary.
- Identify, retain, and preserve roofs and their functional and decorative features that are important in deﬁning the overall historic character of the building such as the color and patterning of the asphalt shingles and its decorative and functional features (such as weathervanes, gutters and downspouts). - Roof sheathing should also be checked for indications of moisture due to leaks or condensation.
- Provide adequate anchorage for rooﬁng material to guard against wind damage and moisture penetration.
- Protect a leaking roof with a temporary waterproof membrane with a synthetic underlayment, roll rooﬁng, plywood, or a tarpaulin until it can be repaired. - Repair a roof by ensuring that the existing historic or compatible non-historic roof covering is sound and waterproof.
- Using corrosion-resistant roof fasteners (e.g., nails and clips) to repair a roof to help extend its longevity.
16 12th Place
Work order Year 2037
Paint house exterior maintaining same colors (white with purple/mint green trim) Scope of work
- Evaluate the overall condition of the wood to determine whether more than protection and maintenance, such as repairs to wood features, will be necessary. - Protect adjacent materials when working on other wood features. - Remove damaged or deteriorated paint to the next sound layer using the gentlest method possible (e.g., hand scraping and hand sanding) prior to repainting:
o Using chemical strippers only to supplement other methods such as hand scraping, hand sanding, and thermal devices.
o Using biodegradable or environmentally safe cleaning or paint-removal products.
o Using thermal devices (such as infrared heaters) carefully to remove paint when it is so deteriorated that total removal is necessary prior to repainting. - Use coatings that encapsulate lead paint, when possible, where the paint is not required to be removed to meet environmental regulations. Use paint-removal methods that employ poultice to which paint adheres, when possible, to neatly and safely remove old lead paint, if it is found anywhere.
- Repaint historically painted wood features with the same colors that are appropriate to the building, following manufacturer's recommendations. Apply compatible paint coating systems to historically painted wood following proper surface preparation. 16 12th Place

CITY OF

LONGBEACH
Community Development Department
Planning Bureau
411 W. Ocean Boulevard, 2nd Floor, Long Beach, CA 90802 562.5'70.6194 | longbeach.gov/lbcd
Mills Act Restoration & Maintenance Workplan and Schedule Use this template to develop a detailed workplan and schedule of work to be completed in the first 10 years of the contract. All work must be consistent with the Secretary of lnterior's Standards for Rehabilitation. Work that is visible from the public right-of-way, corrects any critical systems or structural deficiencies, and preserves historic features of the property should be given first priority. All exterior work on historic properties requires prior City approval through a Certificate of Appropriateness. Any unpermitted work could be subject to fines, penalties, or might have to be modified, removed or redone at owner expense. Photographs of existing conditions of the building features where work is proposed must be included in application. Proposed work using local vendors for materials and/or labor may receive priority consideration. Please include additional sheets as necessary.

Address:

Year of Completion 1924 fi enotographs Attached to Application 455 E. Ocean Blvd Long Beach, CA 90802
Description of Building Restoration of ceiling painting in Grand Ballroom Will local Long Beach vendors for materials or labor be used? f]y". M No lf Yes Please Describe:

Detailed Description of proposed work
Bid and photographs are attached detailing the scope of work Over the years, water damage from leaks above and other elements have eaten away at the details painted on the ceiling of the Grand Ballroom on the lobby level of the Cooper Arms This common area space has been the location for so many weddings, events, memorials, birthdays and more. lt is in need of refurbishing due to leaks, time and other elements that have caused damage to the painted, decorative ceiling.

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CITY OF

LONGBEACH
Community Development Department
Planning Bureau
411 W. Ocean Boulevard, 2nd Floor, Long Beach, CA 90802 562.574.il94 | longbeach.gov/lbcd
Mills Act Restoration & Maintenance workplan and Schedute Use this template to develop a detailed workplan and schedule of work to be completed in the first 10 years of the contract" All work must be consistent with the Secretary of lnterior's Standards for Rehabilitation. Work that is visible from the public right-of-way, corrects any critical systems or structural deficiencies, and preserves historic features of the property should be given flrst priority. All exterior work on historic properties requires prior City approval through a Certificate of Appropriateness. Any unpermitted work could be subject to fines, penalties, or might have to be modified, removed or redone at owner expense. Photographs of existing conditions of the building features where work is proposed must be included in application. Proposed work using local vendors for materials and/or labor may receive priority consideration. Please include additional sheets as n
Address
Year of Completion: 1924 fi Rnotographs Attached to Application 455 E. Ocean Blvd Long Beach, CA 90802
Description of Building Featu Painting of the Exterior (lncludes WindowiDoor Replacement) \Mll local Long Beach vendors for materials or labor be used? [ yes E ruo rfY Please Describe:

Detailed Description of proposed work.

Painting of the Exterior of the property. Detailed bids are attached showing the entire scope of the rk to be performed, including cost.

Project will also include restoring, replacing windows and doors as needed. That scope of work will be detailed more when the project is started as many windows can only be reached when the ng is wrapped
ors will be chosen from the core sample taken so we can determine the colors used when the was constructed
project is a major undertaking by the ownership. Projected to be a 2427-2028 timeline

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CITY OF

LONGBEACH
com m un ity Deveroorn.?L?fiA?tnSlJ
411 W. Ocean Boulevard, 2nd Floor, Long Beach, CA 90802 562.570.6194 | longbeach.gov/lbcd
Mills Act Restoration & Maintenance Workplan and Schedule Use this template to develop a detailed workplan and schedule of work to be completed in the first 10 years of the contract. All work must be consistent with the Secretary of lnterior's Standards for Rehabilitation. Work that is visible from the public right-of-way, corrects any critical systems or structural deficiencies, and preserves historic features of the property should be given first priority. All exterior work on historic properties requires prior City approval through a Certificate of Appropriateness. Any unpermitted work could be subject to fines, penalties, or might have to be modified, removed or redone at owner expense. Photographs of existing conditions of the building features where work is proposed must be included in application. Proposed work using local vendors for materials and/or labor may receive priority consideration. Please include additional sheets as necessa
Address:

Year of Completion 1924 f fnotographs Attached to Application 455 E. Ocean Blvd Long Beach, CA 90802
Description of Building F New Roof
Will local Long Beach vendors for materials or labor be used? E yes lf Yes Please Describe:

No
Detailed Description of proposed work
Our most recent Reserve Study indicated the replacement cost would be around $194,000. A of this cost estimate is included
Photos show there are some areas that have started to show signs that repairs may not be enough d a full replacement may be more appropriate. We do not have any actual bids as this is a future capital improvement project slated to go on the HOA budget within the next few years Page4 of 10

CITY OF

LONGBEACH
com m un ity Deverop*"?iJ?;,l?'lX]E3J
411W. Ocean Boulevard,2nd Floor, Long Beach, CA 90802
562.570.6194 | longbeach.gov/lbcd
Mills Act Restoration & Maintenance Workplan and Schedule Use this template to develop a detailed workplan and schedule of work to be completed in the first 10 years of the contract. All work must be consistent with the Secretary of lnterior's Standards for Rehabilitation. Work that is visible from the public right-of-way, corrects anry critical systems or structural deficiencies, and preserves historic features of the property should be given first priority. All exterior work on historic properties requires prior City approval through a Certificate of Appropriateness. Any unpermitted work could be subject to fines, penalties, or might have to be modified, removed or redone at owner expense. Photographs of existing conditions of the building features where work is proposed must be included in application. Proposed work using local vendors for materials and/or labor may receive priority consideration. Please include additional sheets as necessary.

Address 455 E. Ocean Blvd Long Beach, CA 90802
Year of Completion 1924 Photographs Attached to Application Description of Building Feature Repair structure supporting original water tower on roof Will local Long Beach vendors for materials or labor be used? E yes E ffo lf Yes Please Describe:

Detailed Description of proposed work:
two original 'gravity fed' cold water towers are being decommissioned in 2026 Since they are original to the property and have created a unique visual identity to Cooper Arms otherurrise-flat roofline for the past 100 years, we want to make sure the structure is sound to keep up on the roof. The work will include repairing any damage or exposed materials structural engineer has been here and will submit their report so we know they can stay up there and not cause any issues once they are no longer in use. We have a structural engineer report ready to submit to the City of Long Beach. We hope to do this project in 2027 Goal is to have them cleaned and painted as they are part of the original construction. We want to keep the historical value of these pieces on the roof.

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Mills Act Program Application Recommendations
Cultural Heritage Commission
June 30, 2026
MILLS ACT PROGRAM 2026
• A Mills Act contract provides property tax
abatement in exchange for rehabilitation and
maintenance of historic structures.
• Long Beach’s Mills Act program was enacted in
1993
• The program went dormant between 2006 and
2014
• During 2014 both CHC and City Council acted to
resume accepting new Mills Act Applications
• The program resumed in 2016 and continued
through 2020
• Due to COVID the program paused for 2021 and
2022
• 2023 – present Program has continued
• Informational videos posted on City website
• Direct mailers sent to property owners in the 7 smaller historic districts
• Press release, email blast, City website and local media advertising
• Collaboration with larger Neighborhood Associations and LB Heritage
• Created specialized website and updated application guide • Held two informational workshops:
• First Meeting in-person (at the Jenny Oropeza
Community Center) and virtually
• Second meeting was held virtually
• Informational Workshops were recorded and uploaded to website which allow for self-certification attendance
Background 2026 Application Outreach
2 MILLS ACT GUIDE
3 APPLICATION STATISTICS
4 16 Mills Act Applications filed
4 Landmark Nominations filed
Applications filed by
Council District
CD1 3
CD2 5
CD3 2
CD4 1
CD5 4
CD6 0
CD7 0
CD8 1
CD9 0
Total 16

APPLICATION SUBMITTALS

Property Types Applications
Received
Max by
Category
Single-Family Residential (1 dwelling unit) Maximum 12 12 12 Duplex or Triplex Residential (2 or 3 dwelling units) Maximum 3 2 3 Multi-Family Residential or Mixed-Use Residential/Commercial (4 or more units) Max 1 1 4
Non-Residential (Commercial, Industrial, or Institutional) Maximum 1 0 1 Exceptional Architecture/Culturally Significant/At-Risk for Demolition 1 SFR 2 16 22
5 APPLICATION STATISTICS
6 Applications by
Historic District
Number of
Applications
Belmont Heights 2
Bluff Heights 2
Bluff Park 1
Brenner Place 0
California Heights 4
Carroll Park 0
Drake Park / Willmore
City 2
Eliot Lane 0
Grant Neighborhood
(Nehyam Association) 0
Hellman Street /
Craftsman Village 0
Linden Drive 0
Lowena Drive 0
Minerva Drive 0
Rose Park 0
Rose Park South 0
Sunrise 0
Wilton Street 0
Wrigley Area 0
Total 11
Mills Act Applications Received that Include
Requests for Landmark Designation
Application Received for Contributing Buildings
in Historic Districts

RECOMMENDATION
Recommendations
by Category
Property Types Applications
Received
Max by
Category YES NO
Single-Family Residential (1 dwelling unit) 12 12 5 7
Duplex or Triplex Residential (2 or 3 dwelling units) 2 3 1 1 Multi-Family Residential or Mixed-Use Residential/Commercial (4 or more units) 2 4 0 0
Non-Residential (Commercial, Industrial, or Institutional) 0 1 0 0 Exceptional Architecture/Culturally Significant/At-Risk for Demo 1 SFR (2) (0) 0 16 22 6 10
7 RECOMMENDED PROPERTIES
347 Gladys Avenue
Year Built 1913
Single Family Residential
8 RECOMMENDED PROPERTIES
417 Roswell Avenue
Year Built 1922
Single Family Residential
9 RECOMMENDED PROPERTIES
729 Daisy Avenue
Year Built 1907
Single Family Residential
10 RECOMMENDED PROPERTIES
1048 Magnolia Avenue

Year Built 1907
Single Family Residential
11 RECOMMENDED PROPERTIES
3738 and 3738 ½ Lemon Avenue
Year Built 1928
Duplex
12 RECOMMENDED PROPERTIES
3745 California Avenue

Year Built 1929
Single Family Residential
13 LANDMARK APPLICATIONS
To be eligible for Landmark designation, a cultural resource must retain integrity and meet one of the following criteria:

A. It is associated with events that have made a significant contribution to the broad patterns of the City’s history; or
B. It is associated with the lives of persons significant in the City’s past; or C. It embodies the distinctive characteristics of a type, period, or method of construction, or it represents the work of a master, or it possesses high artistic values; or D. It has yielded, or may be likely to yield, information important in pre-history or history. 14 Four (4) landmark nomination applications submitted along with the Mills Act Program applications this year.
• 16 12th Place
• 1502 East 57th Street
• 1820 Snowden Avenue
• 2075 East 3rd Street
After reviewing the landmark nomination applications, staff determined that additional documentation for each application is needed to analyze each property for landmark merit. Subsequently, there are no landmark applications recommended for consideration this year.

NOT RECOMMENDED
16 12th Place
Single Family Residential
15 16 12th Place
• A single-family residence built in 1904 in the Queen Anne architectural style.
• Not located in a historic district
• Landmark nomination application submitted but lacking substantial supporting documentation to support the
nomination.
• Unable to make the finding to support landmark designation based on the information provided.
• Not recommended for landmark designation
• Without landmark designation does not qualify for Mills Act contract

NOT RECOMMENDED
1520 57th Street
Single Family Residential
16 1502 57th Street
• A single-family residence built in 1930 in the
Spanish Colonial architectural style.
• Not located in a historic district
• Landmark nomination application submitted but
lacking substantial supporting documentation to
support the nomination.
• Unable to make the finding to support landmark
designation based on the information provided.
• Not recommended for landmark designation
• Without landmark designation does not qualify
for Mills Act contract

NOT RECOMMENDED
1820 Snowden Avenue
Single Family Residential
17 1820 Snowden Avenue
• A single-family residence built in 1952 in the Mid-Century Modern architectural style by architects Poper and Lockett.
• Rear addition added in 1965 designed by noted architect Lepold Fischer (1901-1975)
• Dr. L Ward Youry (1916-1994), a noted ceramic artist, sculptor and educator who founded the Ceramics Department at California State University, Long Beach lived in the house
• Not located in a historic district
• Landmark nomination application submitted and may qualify as a landmark designation with additional supporting documentation • Property owner was encouraged to engage with a historic prevention consultant to conduct further research the property history to provide additional documentation needed to support the landmark nomination.
• Unable to make the findings to support landmark designation based on the information provided.
• Not recommended for landmark designation at this time • Without landmark designation does not qualify for Mills Act contract.

NOT RECOMMENDED
2075 East 3rd Street
Multi-Family Residential
18 2075 East 3rd Street
• A two-story residential apartment building built in 1929 in the Spanish Colonial architectural style by master architect George D. Riddle (1888-1968).
• Not located in a historic district
• Landmark nomination application submitted and may
qualify as a landmark designation with additional
supporting documentation
• Property owner was encouraged to engage with a historic prevention consultant to conduct further research the
property history to provide the additional documentation needed to support the landmark nomination.
• Unable to make the finding to support landmark
designation based on the information provided.
• Not recommended for landmark designation at this time • Without landmark designation does not qualify for Mills Act contract.

NOT RECOMMENDED
19 Cooper Arms Building
455 East Ocean Boulevard
• A twelve-story Renaissance Revival residential building built in 1923 now containing 159 condominium units
• Designated historic landmark known as the Cooper Arms Building • Robust work program with several qualified restoration items proposed
• Application did not have 100% participation of all 159 condominium owners which is required to enter into the contract
• One condominium owner submitted an objection to the city, objecting to the building receiving a Mills Act application

MULTI-FAMILY CONDOMINUM HISTORY
Mills Act Program History
• 1997 – 2003 – Mills Act Program enacted with single-family as the only permitted participants
• 2003 – City Council approved expansion of Program to include multi-unit buildings (condominium) without restriction of 100% owner participation • Only three (3) properties in the city that did not have 100% participation • 2006 - 2015 - Program was placed on hold due to financial considerations (Recession) • 2014 – Mills Act Program Feasibility Study conducted by GPA Consulting and a “Mills Act Program Recommendation Report” was prepared
• 2015 - City Council re-instated the program with revisions based on the feasibility study recommendations including the 100% owner participation requirement in multi-unit buildings
• Staff reviews new applications for 100% owner participation in compliance with the program requirements approved by City Council in 2015
20 NOT RECOMMENDED
• 531 Roswell Avenue – A single-family residence built in 1922 in the Craftsman architectural style. The workplan did not include a substantial number of rehabilitation projects and therefore the proposal did not meet the Mills Act program’s intent. In order to be recommended for approval, a workplan for restoration of the building should be more comprehensive. • 2730 Mariquita Street – A two-story Prairie residence constructed in 1923 that features a low sloping roof, horizontal wood siding, and wood windows. The original building is intact and the workplan included substantial improvement projects such as foundation repairs, replacing the roof material, exterior wood siding restoration and repainting, comprehensive window and door restoration, front porch repair and restoration, chimney repairs, regrading perimeter soil to address water infiltration. There is an open code enforcement case on the property that originated prior to the current owners taking ownership. Because of this open code enforcement case, the property is ineligible for a contract. The property owner was encouraged to resolve the code case and reapply for the program next year.
• 2934 East 1st Street – A single-family residence built in 1925 in the Tudor Revival architectural style. This property was submitted under the Exceptional Category because it exceeds the valuation threshold limits for the single-family residential category. The Exceptional Category was intended to capture those properties that are not designated landmarks but retain specific historic or cultural significance to the level of a designated landmark structure. As submitted, staff was not able to make the finding that the property is eligible for the Exceptional Category. Staff has advised the applicant that additional analysis is needed to support this application under this category.
• 3439 Lemon Avenue – A single-family residence built in 1938 in the Spanish Colonial architectural style. The workplan did not include a substantial number of rehabilitation projects and therefore the proposal did not meet the Mills Act program intent. • 3587 Gundry Avenue – A single-family residence built in 1933 in the Spanish Colonial architectural style. The workplan did not include a substantial number of rehabilitation projects and therefore the proposal did not meet the Mills Act Program intent. 21 Additional applications that were not selected for this year’s cycle.

STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Out of the 16 applications received staff has recommended six (6) for Mills Act contracts.

Five (5) applications are in the single-family residential category, and one is in the duplex/triplex category. In total, six (6) applications are being recommended for contracts with ten (10) applications not recommended for contracts this year.

Staff recommends that the Cultural Heritage Commission make a recommendation to the City Council to award six (6) Mills Act contracts as outlined in this staff report. 22 Thank you Gina Casillas
Planner
Community Development Department
[email protected]
23 From: AnaMaria <[email protected]>
Sent: Thursday, June 25, 2026 11:39 AM
To: [email protected]
Cc: Marissa Moshier <[email protected]>; Christopher Koontz <[email protected]>; [email protected]; [email protected]; [email protected]; [email protected]; [email protected]; [email protected]; [email protected]; Alejandro Plascencia <[email protected]> Subject: Mills Act Program and 100% Compliance Requirement

-EXTERNAL-

Good morning Commissioner McGuan,
Just a reminder of when the 100% participation of multiunit dwellings became a requirement in the City of Long Beach.
• In 2000, Mayor Beverly O'Neill appointed me to serve on the CHC to complete a term. I served on the Commission until 2009. Expansion of the Mills Act property tax benefits to multi-unit dwellings was one of my initiatives. Prior to it, since 1997, the only participants in the program were single homes. • In 2003, the Mills expansion to multiunit dwellings was approved by Long Beach City Council.
• In 2004, Villa Riviera entered into the program with 82 units of 134 total units participating.
• In 2006, Mayor Bob Foster put the program on hold, due to financial considerations, however buildings already in the program continued receiving the benefit. • In 2015, Mayor Robert Garcia, re-instated the program following mayor city council revisions. Among the revisions the 100% participation for multi-unit residential buildings
In 2017, Villa Riviera Mills' contract with the City of Long Beach was renewed --the Work Schedule -- since the actual program rolls over every year. This time Villa Riviera achieved almost 100% participation, about 3 units short of 100% participation. Among these units, Unit 1508. This Unit increased the participation requirement in 2021, when the unit was sold.

Villa Riviera is not the only multi-unit building that doesn't have 100% participation. The Lafayette is another example. Their participation is much less.

Villa Riviera and The Lafayette were allowed to renew their participation in the Mills Act program without meeting the 100% requirement because they participated before the new requirement of 100% participation became effective in 2015.

Multi-unit buildings that wish to enter into the program after 2015, must meet the 2015 requirements enacted by Long Beach City Council. Attached find the City of Long Beach June 22, 2015 press release about the re-instatement of the program.

Ana Maria McGuan
Villa Riviera 210

PRESS RELEASE

June 22, 2015
Media Contact: Jacqueline Medina, Long Beach Development Services, Communications, 562.570.3827, [email protected]
For immediate release

City of Long Beach Offers Financial Incentives for
Restoration of Historic Properties

As part of the revamped Mills Act Property Tax Abatement Program (Mills Act), an economic incentive progra m for historic properties, the public is invited to attend two important events to learn about how to qualify and apply for tax benefits while also preserving the City’s designated landmarks.

 Pre-Application Workshop, Saturday, June 27, 2015, at 10:30 am at the Long Beach Public Library Lobby, 101 Pacific Ave.
 Application Workshop, Saturday, July 11, 2015, at 1:30 pm at the Burnett Neighborhood Library Community Room, 560 E. Hill St.

“Reinstating this important program will help to protect the City’s historic sites, and provide property owners with substantial savings each year,” said Mayor Robert Garcia. “This significant effort reflects our strong commitment to historic preservation and dedication to upholding the rich heritage of Long Beach.”

On January 6, 2015, the City Council approved revisions to the Mills Act to provide more opportunities for eligible historic property owners. The Mills Act is a State program that is administered and implemented by local governments, and offers economic ince ntives to qualifying owners of historic or designated landmark sites upon agreement to rehabilitate, restore, and protect their property.

Under the Mills Act contracts, private owners receive tax relief in exchange for proper maintenance and preservation of the historical and architectural character of the property for a revolving 10-year term.

The Pre -Application Workshop will feature an overview of the Mills Act and eligibility requirements. The event will also include a review of the process for preparing an

application and calculating individual property tax savings. The Application Workshop will provide more specific information geared toward those interested in proceeding with the application process.

All potential applicants or their rep resentative must attend the Pre -Application Workshop. Mills Act applications are processed once a year, during the application period. The deadline to submit an application is Friday, July 17, 2015.

The Mills Act is especially beneficial for recent buyers of historic sites and current owners of historic buildings who have made major improvements to their property. Since going dormant in 2006, review of the City’s Mills Act Program and existing contra cts has been underway, in accordance with historic preservation standards and specific contract requirements.

There are currently 34 properties with Mills Act contracts in Long Beach.

For questions regarding the Mills Act, please call 562.570.6288 or e -mail [email protected]. For additional information about the Program, visit www.lbds.info/millsact/. To view a copy of the Histori c Preservation Element, go to www.lbds.info/planning/historic_preservation.

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