8/16/2024
STATEMENT OF JUSTIFICATION FOR THE MILLS ACT
City of Santa Clara Historical Landmarks Commission
Re: Mills Act Application for 1309 Alviso Street
Dear Honorable Members of the Historical Landmarks Commission,
Matt and Allie Jackman, the owners of the property at 1309 Alviso Street, Santa Clara, CA 95050, respectfully request your consideration for a Mills Act contract. We moved to Santa Clara almost 4 years ago when we were expecting our daughter. When we were looking for homes, 1309 Alviso Street was the perfect fit for our growing family. With this application, we plan to restore the historical integrity of our beautiful home and understand the immense importance of applying for the Mills Act.
Our home is a one-story Queen Anne Victorian and retains many of its original features. We plan to take many steps to ensure that the unique historical features of our home will be maintained in order to accent the Old Quad neighborhood. The property tax relief afforded by the Mills Act will help immensely in our ongoing efforts to support the historic home. We will fumigate for pests, address any dry root issues, update landscaping, restore the picket fencing, and paint the entire exterior of the home among other restoration efforts. Most of all, we will proudly protect the integrity of historic homes in our beautiful neighborhood by connecting with neighbors and fellow Mills Act recipients to participate in this wonderful community.
We appreciate your time and consideration on this matter. Our application is supported by Richard Brandi’s historic evaluation (DPR523), which showcases the historical importance of our residence. We look forward to you reviewing our Mills Act application and allowing us to protect our beautiful Victorian for generations to come.
Sincerely,
Matt and Allie Jackman
1309 Alviso Street
Santa Clara, CA 95050