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RESOLUTION NO.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RIVERSIDE,
CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE APPLICATION UNDER PLANNING CASE NUMBER PC-2026-00544 DESIGNATING EDIE, LOCATED AT 5958 EDITH AVENUE, AS CITY HISTORIC LANDMARK #155.
WHEREAS, in Planning Case No. PC -2026-00544, an application to designate Edie, located at 5958 Edith Avenue, situated on the southeast corner of Lincoln and Edith Avenues , in the City of Riverside, California, identified as Assessor’s Parcel Number 235-292-004, as more particularly described and depicted in Exhibit “A” and Exhibit “B ,” attached hereto incorporated herein by reference, was found to be eligible for listing as a City Landmark; and WHEREAS, on June 17, 2026, the Cultural Heritage Board of the City of Riverside conducted a duly noticed public hearing on said application and recommended the approval of the designation of a City of Riverside City Historic Landmark for Edie as described above; and WHEREAS, this process is exempt from review under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Sections 15061(b)(3) and 15308 of the CEQA Guidelines as set forth in Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations; and
WHEREAS, all legal prerequisites for the adoption of this application have been met.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Riverside, California, that based on substantial evidence presented to the Cultural Heritage Board during the above-referenced public hearing and thereafter to the City Council, including written and oral staff reports, together with public testimony pursuant to the provisions of Title 20 of the Riverside Municipal Code pertaining to the designation of a Historic Landmark, the City Council hereby finds that Edie, located at 5958 Edith Avenue, situated on the southeast corner of Lincoln and Edith Avenues, in the City of Riverside, California, identified as Assessor’s Parcel Number 235- 292-004, as more particularly described and depicted in Exhibit “A” and Exhibit “B” attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference, a Historic Landmark eligible for designation under criteria set forth in the Riverside Municipal Code Section 20.50.010(U) and based on the following facts and findings:
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FINDINGS: Criterion 3: Embodies distinctive characteristics of a style, type, period or method of construction, or is a valuable example of the use of indigenous materials or craftsmanship.
FACTS: E. Kurt Steinmann heavily relied on classic Mid- century Modern principles to shape the design and layout of Edie. He incorporated several character -defining features of the style, including prominent horizontal lines, a sunken attached carport, a flat overhanging roof with visible structural beams extending from the interior to exterior, and extensive floor-to-ceiling, transom, and high-set windows. The home also features a hidden entryway and secluded private patios created by concrete masonry blocks.
Driven by the philosophy that buildings should blend seamlessly into their natural environments, Steinmann gathered local leaves to perfectly calibrate his exterior paint colors, ultimately selecting Ameritone Leaf Green for the home's accent color.
FINDINGS: Criterion 4: Represents the work of a notable builder, designer, or architect, or important creative individual.
FACTS: For two decades, E. Kurt Steinmann worked as an architect in Riverside. His designs for the Ruhnau, Evans, and Steinmann firm created lasting public spaces. These locations continue to influence the city’s civic, academic, and community identity.
Steinmann’s career spanned a wide variety of architectural projects throughout Riverside and the surrounding region. He designed schools, universities, libraries, post offices, medical facilities, hotels, commercial properties, and private homes.
He was highly active in professional leadership. He joined the American Institute of Architects (AIA) Pasadena Chapter in 1954. Later, he served as secretary and vice president for the inland chapter.
In the late 1970s, he relocated to Cayucos to co -found Steinmann West Associates (which later became Steinmann, West, Keksi Architects) with partner Don West.
During this period, he presided over the AIA Central Coast Chapter, lectured at multiple universities, and earned at least fourteen national design awards.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT pursuant to Title 20 of the Riverside Municipal Code, the City Council hereby approves the above -referenced application and designates Edie , located at 5958 Edith Avenue, situated on the southeast corner of Lincoln and Edith Avenues , in the City of Riverside, California, identified as Assessor’s Parcel Number 235-292-004, as City Historic Landmark #155.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT the proposed historic landmark designation is categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Sections 15061(b)(3) (Common Sense Rule) and 15308 (Actions by Regulatory Agencies for Protection of the
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Environment), as the proposal will have no significant effect on the environment, identifies the structure as a cultural resource, and preserves the historic character of a cultural resource BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT the City Clerk of the City of Riverside shall cause a certified copy of this resolution to be recorded in the Office of the County Recorder of Riverside County, California.
ADOPTED by the City Council this ____ day of _______________, 2026.
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PATRICIA LOCK DAWSON
Mayor of the City of Riverside
Attest:
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DONESIA GAUSE
City Clerk of the City of Riverside
I, Donesia Gause, City Clerk of the City of Riverside, California, hereby certify that the foregoing resolution was duly and regularly adopted at a meeting of the City Council of said City at its meeting held on the _____ day of ________________, 2026, by the following vote, to wit:
Ayes:
Noes:
Absent:
Abstain:
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the official seal of the City of Riverside, California, this ______ day of _______________, 2026.
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DONESIA GAUSE
City Clerk of the City of Riverside
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5958 Edith Avenue Legal
DateDouglas B. Webber, L.S. 9477
L.S. 9477
* STATE OF CALIFORNIAX
5/21/2026 Prep. E
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conformance with the requirements of the Land Surveyors Act.
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This description was prepared by me or under my direction in
SURVEYOR
LAND
38 thereof, Records of Riverside County, California.
Lot 2 of Victoria Highlands, as shown by map on file in Book 38 of Maps at Pages 37 and California, described as follows:
That certain real property located in the City of Riverside, County of Riverside, State of Address: 5958 Edith Avenue
APN: 235-292-004
Project: Historic Property Designation
Legal Description
EXHIBIT "A"
SUBJECT: 5958 EDITH AVENUEDRAWN BY: EV DATE: 5/21/26SCALE: 1"=40' SHEET 1 OF 1ATTACHED DOCUMENT. IT IS NOT A PART OF THE WRITTEN DESCRIPTION THEREIN.
THIS PLAT IS SOLELY AN AID IN LOCATING THE PARCEL(S) DESCRIBED IN THE . CITY OF RIVERSIDE, CALIFORNIA .
APN: 235-292-004
2 M.B. 38/37-38
VICTORIA HIGHLANDS
1 5958
3 AVENUEG EDITH
E LINCOLN AVENUE
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EXHIBIT "B"