City Council and Authorities Concurrent
November 12, 2024

5/29/24 STATEMENT OF JUSTIFICATION FOR THE MILLS ACT City of Santa Clara Historical and Landmarks Commission Re: Mills Act Application for 1756 Fremont Street Dear Historical and Landmark Commissioners, We’re reaching out with great enthusiasm about our Mills Act application for our home at 1756 Fremont Street. Having both grown up in Santa Clara, Yemon and I cherish the community deeply and are eager for our family to create memories here just as we did. Our love for the Old Quad’s craftsman homes led us to our dream house after years of searching. It was love at first sight, and we knew it was where we wanted to start our next chapter. The house itself is a testament to the architectural beauty of a bygone era. Our 3-bedroom, 1 and a half bath craftsman home is a treasure trove of history and charm. The distinctive features like the front-gabled roof with its latticed vent, the rustic siding, and the elegant trim around the doors and windows captured our hearts. These are the details we fell in love with, and these are the details we are committed to preserving. We are deeply appreciative of the Mills Act’s role in helping homeowners like us protect the streetscape and character of our historic neighborhood; we’re grateful for the opportunity it presents. We thank you for your time and consideration of our Mills Act application. Our application is supported by William Kostura’s historic evaluation (DPR523), which underscores the historical importance of our residence. We are not just preserving a house; we are upholding the legacy of the Old Quad and ensuring that the historical narrative of Santa Clara continues to be told. We look forward to the possibility of working together with you to achieve this goal. Warm regards, Joe Navasca & Yemon Oo 1756 Fremont St. Santa Clara, CA 95050