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AGENDA REPORT

Meeting Date: April 4, 2017Item Number: E—2

To: Honorable Mayor & City Council

From: Mark Odell, Urban Designer

Subject: A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BEVERLY HILLSDESIGNATING THE “SAMUEL GOLDWYN ESTATE” AT 1200 LAURELLANE, BEVERLY HILLS, AS A LOCAL LANDMARK AND PLACING THEPROPERTY ON THE CITY OF BEVERLY HILLS REGISTER OFHISTORIC PROPERTIES.

Attachments: 1. Resolution Designating the “Samuel Goldwyn Estate” at 1200 LaurelLane as a Local Landmark (including exhibits)

2. Cultural Heritage Commission Report and CHC Resolution No. 60Recommending Landmark Designation of the property (excludingattachments)

RECOMMENDATION

Staff recommends that the City Council, on the recommendation of the Cultural HeritageCommission and with property owner support, adopt a resolution designating the “SamuelGoldwyn Estate” at 1200 Laurel Lane as a Local Landmark and placing the property on theBeverly Hills Register of Historic Properties.

INTRODUCTION

Currently thirty-three (33) properties in Beverly Hills are designated as Landmarks listed on theBeverly Hills Register of Historic Properties (viewable at www.beverlyhills.org/preservation). OnJanuary 11, 2017, the Cultural Heritage Commission (CHC) recommended that the City Councildesignate an additional historic property as a local historic landmark in accordance with the Cityof Beverly Hills Historic Preservation Ordinance (Beverly Hills Municipal Code Title 10, Chapter3, Article 32). Designating this property as a landmark would recognize it as important to thehistory of the City and help to ensure protection of the resource by requiring City review of anysignificant future work done to the property, including renovations, additions, and any potential

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Meeting Date: April 4, 2017Landmark Designation1200 Laurel Lane

demolition. Listing the property on the City’s Register of Historic Properties would also enable theproperty owners to be eligible for current and future incentives offered to local landmarks,including application for a Historic Incentive Permit and a Mills Act contract for possible propertytax relief.

BACKGROUND

The nearly two-acre estate property is located in the Hillside Area of the City, north of SunsetBoulevard and west of Coldwater Canyon Drive, off of the eastern side of the cul-de-sac on LaurelLane. A brick perimeter wall topped with decorative woodwork is the only portion of the propertythat is visible from the public right-of-way. Located beyond the property wall is a motor courtleading to a two-story, 1 1,000 square-foot main house, terraced grounds with significantlandscape and hardscape features, and numerous accessory structures including a detachedgarage with guesthouse above, swimming pool and pool cabana, tennis court, and tool/guardhouse. The main residence was designed in a formal but restrained interpretation of NeoclassicalGeorgian Revival-style by noted Southern California Master Architect Douglas Honnold, FAIA in1934. The front façade of the main residence features a white painted brick and smooth stuccoexterior surface, solid wood paneled entry door surrounded by an elliptical fanlight withcorresponding sidelights. Many of Honnold’s architectural motifs are repeated throughout theproperty, such as patterned brick course work, diagonal wood lattice work, circular roundrel

The Samuel Goidwyn Estate

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7200 Laurel Lane (front entty)Source: Architectural Digest, June 2015

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windows, and spherical cast finials. The full list of character-defining features of the property isincluded in Section 8 of the Resolution (Attachment 1).

DISCUSSION

Acting upon a Landmark Nomination application filed on behalf of the owner, the Cultural HeritageCommission (CHC) initiated nomination proceedings for the single-family residential property at1200 Laurel Lane at their meeting on January 11, 2017. At this meeting the Cultural HeritageCommission considered the property’s eligibility based on long-standing documentation of theproperty’s significance (1985 Beverly Hills Historic Survey), a 2016 Historical Assessment Reportprepared for the property owner by Lamprecht & Louden, a site visit and observations by staff,and a Preliminary Evaluation of the property’s eligibility prepared by the Director of CommunityDevelopment (pursuant to the requirements in BHMC §10-3-3215 A.3). At their January 11, 2017meeting, the Commission also found the property to be eligible under landmark criteria (BeverlyHills Municipal Code §10-3-3212) and adopted Resolution No. CHC 60 (Attachment 2),nominating the “Samuel Goldwyn Estate” for inclusion onto the City of Beverly Hills Register ofHistoric Properties.

Landmark Eligibility

The City’s Historic Preservation Ordinance enables the City Council to designate local historiclandmarks. The subject property has been assessed for its eligibility for designation as BeverlyHills landmark. The Historical Assessment Report (see Exhibit A of Attachment 1) provides thebackground and findings to justify the property’s eligibility under Landmark Designation Criteriaof the Beverly Hills Historic Preservation Ordinance (BHMC §10-3-3212), to which the property issubject. The property’s eligibility is summarized in Table 1 below.

Table 1. Summary of Local Landmark Criteria Eligibility

Criterion Samuel Goldwyn Estate

. YesA.1 It is at least forty-five (45) years of

age, or is a property of The property was built in 1 934 and is 83 years old in 2017.extraordinary significance

. YesA.2 It possesses high artistic or

aesthetic value, and embodies the The building is an excellent example of a transitionaldistinctive characteristics of an architectural interpretation of a Georgian-Revival styledarchitectural style or architectural estate for Southern California located in Beverly Hills,type or architectural period which was a popular idiom with film industry executives in

the 1 920s and 1 930s. The residence exhibits characterdefining features associated with the Georgian Revivalsubtype, including its symmetrical façade composition,articulated entry portico, plaster siding with cornerquoining, arched dormer windows, and wood shutters.

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A.3 It retains substantial integrity fromYes

its period of significance The property was minimally altered between its originalconstruction in 1934 and 1 982, which is its period ofsignificance. Some alterations to the property beginningin 1 982 are non-contributing, but do not compromise theproperty’s significance; it retains all seven aspects ofintegrity (location, design, setting, material, workmanship,feeling, and association). Recent alterations have beenreviewed by Staff and approved for conformance with theSecretary of the Interior’s Standards for Rehabilitation ofHistoric Properties.

A.4 It has continued historic value to theYes

community such that its designation The Samuel Goldwyn Estate has continued historic valueas a landmark is reasonable and in Beverly Hills as an exemplary property for its size andnecessary to promote and further site design, association with the growth of the film industrythe purposes of this article and a nationally-recognizable industry leader, and as an

intact, refined example of a period-revival style by a notedMaster Architect in Beverly Hills. With the propertyowner’s support, designation of the property is areasonable and necessary action to promote preservationin the community.

. . . NoB.1 It is listed on the National Register

of Historic Places The site is not listed on the National Register of HistoricPlaces.

B.2 It is an exceptional work by aYes

Master Architect The property is a 1 930s transitional revival-style ofarchitecture designed by a noted Southern CaliforniaMaster Architect’s work Douglas Honnold, FAIA, inconjunction with noted Hollywood set designer GeorgeVernon Russell. The property was documented in at leastthe following major publications: “Star, Moguls, Magnates:The Mansions of Beverly Hills” by Michael Regan; “TheSearch for Sam Goidwyn” by Carol Easton; “Playland” byJohn Gregory Dunne; “Goldwyn: A Biography” by A. ScottBerg; and “The Jews in America, A Trilogy” by StephenBirmingham. Therefore, the property qualifies as an“exceptional work.”

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B.3 It is an exceptional work that wasYes

owned and occupied by a person of The property was commissioned, owned, and occupied bygreat importance, and was directly legendary Hollywood producer Samuel Goldwyn, who wasconnected to a momentous event in instrumental in establishing the film industry in Hollywoodthe person’s endeavors or the and whose residence in Beverly Hills furthered thehistory of the nation. For purposes industry’s connection with the city. Goldwyn founded aof this paragraphs, personal events studio which would go on to form the Metro-Goldwynsuch as birth, death, marriage, Mayer studio partnership, and whose name andsocial interaction, and the like shall contributions to the film industry are widely known acrossnot be deemed to be momentous America and made a substantial impact on the history of

the nation. Goldwyn Sr. and his family owned andoccupied the residence for nearly 80 years; during histenure at the property, he produced numerous films,hosted notable guests and dignitaries, and reportedlymortgaged the home in order to finance some of his filmproductions.

B.4 It is an exceptional property thatNo

was owned and occupied by a While the property is an exceptional property andperson of great local prominence Goldwyn’s activities may have had a substantial impact on

the history of the City of Beverly Hills, Goldwyn does notmeet the definition of a “person of great local prominence”as no public street or public park in the City is named afterhim.

B.5 it is an iconic propertyNo

The property is not visible from the public right-of-way noropen to the public; it does not meet the definition of “iconicproperty.”

. . YesB.6 The landmark designation

procedure is initiated, or expressly The landmark designation procedure has been expresslyagreed to, by the owner(s) of the agreed to by the owner(s) of the property.property.

All criteria in Section A met? Yes

At least one criterion in Section B met? Yes

Does the subject property satisfy all the YESrequirements in Beverly Hills MunicipalCode §10-3-3212 to be considered aneligible property for landmark nominationand designation?

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By satisfying all criteria in Section A and at least one criterion in Section B, the subject propertymeets the necessary requirements for local landmark designation. With City Council designation,the property would be added to the Beverly Hills Register of Historic Properties listed as follows:

Property Name Proposed Local Landmark Designation

Samuel Goldwyn Estate, 1934 No. 34

Future Regulation and the Secretary of the Interior’s (SQl) Standards

Given the ongoing need of property owners to adapt to changing tenant and market needs, it isimportant to consider the impact of any historic registry listings on the functional activities ofproperties. The effect of listing onto the City’s Historic Register of Historic Properties is notintended to freeze a property in time without any opportunity for future adaptations, but rather toprovide reasonable guidelines to inform any future alterations, additions and/or adaptations in away that allows for change without destroying historic integrity.

In order to allow historic properties to be adapted to modern needs, the Secretary of the Interior’s(SOl) Standards for Rehabilitation are used as criteria to review changes to historic properties.The 501 Standards have purposefully been crafted to allow flexibility for historic buildings to beadapted over time to meet changing needs in a way that allows ongoing functionality of historicbuildings without unnecessarily destroying historic fabric. There are ten guiding Standards to beapplied in the rehabilitation of historic properties. The SQl Standards for Rehabilitation assumethat at least some repair or alteration of a historic building will be needed over time in order toprovide for efficient contemporary use; however, these repairs and alterations must not damageor destroy original materials, features, or finishes that are important in defining the historiccharacter of the resource. The Standards allow for modernization to landmarks and are to beapplied to specific rehabilitation projects in a reasonable manner, taking into considerationeconomic and technical feasibility.

As a local historic landmark, any future proposed exterior work on the property would be subjectto additional historic review and would be subject to approval and issuance of a Certificate ofAppropriatenessi (pursuant to BHMC §10-3-3219) to ensure that the Secretary of the Interior’sStandards are followed and to ensure that future alterations are appropriate for the historicproperty.

1 A Certificate of Appropriateness is a certificate issued to approve alteration, restoration, construction,removal, relocation in whole or in part, or demolition of a designated landmark or property within a historicdistrict (BHMC §10-3-3202).

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GENERAL PLAN CONSISTENCY

Designation of the property as a local historic landmark is consistent with the objectives,principles, and standards of the General Plan, including General Plan Policy “HP 1.3 — PromoteNational, State, and Local Designation of Historic Resources,” which encourages designation oflocal landmarks.

ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION

Designations of the property as a local historic landmark was assessed in accordance with theauthority and criteria contained in the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the StateCEQA Guidelines, and the environmental regulations of the City. It has been determined that thelandmark designation would not have a significant environmental impact and is exempt fromCEQA pursuant to Sections 15061 (b)(3), 15308, and 15331 of Title 14 of the California Code ofRegulations. It can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that the designation will havea significant effect on the environment, as no specific development is authorized by the resolution,and any future development would require separate environmental analysis when the details ofsuch proposals are known. Further, the landmark designation of the property is an action of theCity to protect and preserve historic resources.

PUBLIC COMMENT

The property owners of the residence at 1200 Laurel Lane indicated their support of the landmarkdesignation during the Cultural Heritage Commission application and review process. As requiredby the City’s Historic Preservation Ordinance, notice of the public hearing for consideration oflandmark designation by City Council was provided to the property owner ten (10) days in advanceof this hearing. As of the writing of this agenda report, no public comments have been receivedregarding the Council agenda item.

FISCAL IMPACT

Designating a property as a Local Landmark deems it eligible for historic preservation incentivesat the local level. This includes general eligibility to apply for a Mills Act contract2, which mayresult in a fiscal impact by way of reduced property tax revenue to the City and the Beverly HillsUnified School District. The cumulative fiscal impact of the Mills Act program was considered bythe City Council when it reviewed and approved a three-year extension of the Pilot Mills ActProgram through the end of 2019. The established annual cap on lost property tax to the City isnot to exceed $100,000 in a single year, and not to exceed $1,000,000 projected over the ten-year term for Mills Act contracts with the City. The corresponding impact on Beverly Hills UnifiedSchool District (BHUSD) funding through lost property tax revenue is set at $80,000 per annumand not to exceed $800,000 when projected over ten years. Should a Mills Act Contract beapplied for and awarded to the subject property, it would need to fall within the approved limits ofthe current Mills Act program (which have not yet been reached), and would be subject to reviewand approval by the City Council. To date, the total annual property loss resulting to the City fromthe three approved Mills Acts contracts and the one current application amount to approximately$58,100, which leaves approximately $41,900 under the current cap. Additional contracts may

2 Subject to minimum program requirements, such as a $7.5 M cap on the tax assessed value ofparticipating properties (with a possible exemption for exceptional significance).

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be awarded toward future applications with the remaining funds until such time as a permanentMills Act Program is in place and additional funds are available. No further fiscal impact isanticipated to result from the landmark designation of the property.

Susan Healy Keene, AICPDirector of Community Development

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City Council Agenda ReportApril 4, 2017

Samuel Goldwyn Estate Landmark Designation

Attachment 1

Resolution Designating the “Samuel Goidwyn Estate” at 1200 Laurel Lane as a LocalLandmark (including exhibits)

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RESOLUTION NO. I 7-R-

A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OFBEVERLY HILLS DESIGNATING THE “SAMUEL GOLDWYNESTATE” AT 1200 LAUREL LANE, BEVERLY HILLS, AS ALOCAL LANDMARK AND PLACING THE PROPERTY ON THECITY OF BEVERLY HILLS REGISTER OF HISTORICPROPERTIES

Section 1. Article 32 of Chapter 3 of Title 10 of the Beverly Hills Municipal Code

authorizes the City Council to designate local landmarks and historic districts and to place

those properties and geographical areas on the City of Beverly Hills Register of Historic

Properties.

Section 2. On January 11, 2017, the Cultural Heritage Commission preliminarily

considered the single-family residence located on the property at 1200 Laurel Lane in Beverly

Hills, pursuant to Section 10-3-32 15A.5 (Landmark or Historic District Designation Proceedings;

Preliminary Hearing) of the Beverly Hills Municipal Code, and concluded that the “Samuel

Goidwyn Estate” warranted formal consideration by the Commission for inclusion on the City of

Beverly Hills Register of Historic Properties. Thereafier, the Director of Community

Development issued a Preliminary Evaluation pursuant to Section l0-3-3215A.3 (Preliminary

Evaluation) of the Beverly Hills Municipal Code, finding that the property appeared to be an

eligible property based on available evidence at the time.

Section 3. On January II, 2017, the Cultural Heritage Commission found based on

the Preliminary Evaluation issued by the Director, the historical evaluation submitted on behalf

of the property owner, and other evidence, that sufficient evidence existed to conclude that the

subject property merits formal consideration of landmark designation, and therefore,

concurrently considered whether to nominate the subject property for local landmark designation.

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Section 4. On January 1 1. 2017, the Cultural Heritage Commission considered a

“Historical Assessment Report” for the “Samuel Goidwyn Estate” prepared by Lamprecht &

Louden Historical Architectural Services, which is attached hereto as Exhibit A and incorporated

herein by reference, and other evidence provided during the proceedings and adopted Resolution

No. CHC 60 recommending that the City Council designate the “Samuel Goidwyn Estate” as a

Local Landmark to be included on the Beverly Hills Register of Historic Properties. The list of

recommended character-defining features to be preserved is itemized in Section 7 of CHC

Resolution No. 60 and included in Section 8 of this resolution.

Section 5. On April 4, 2017, the City Council considered the property for landmark

designation along with the recommendation of the Cultural Heritage Commission and adopted

this resolution. The Council based its action on the findings of fact and reasons listed in the

“Historical Assessment Report” for the “Samuel Goldwyn Estate” prepared by Lamprecht &

Louden Historical Architectural Services, and other evidence.

Section 6. BACKGROUND. The nearly two-acre estate property is located in the

Hillside Area of the City, north of Sunset Boulevard and west of Coldwater Canyon Drive, off of

the eastern side of the cul-de-sac on Laurel Lane. A brick perimeter wall topped with a

decorative fencing treatment is the only portion of the property that is visible from the public

right-of-way. Located beyond the property wall is a motor court leading to a two-story, 11,000

square-foot main house, terraced grounds with significant landscape and hardscape features, and

numerous accessory structures including a detached garage with guesthouse above, swimming

pool and pool cabana, tennis court, and tool/guard house. The main residence was designed in a

formal but transitional Georgian Revival-style by noted Southern California Master Architect

Douglas Hoimold, FAIA in 1934. The front façade of the main residence features a white

painted brick and smooth stucco exterior surface, solid wood paneled entry door surrounded by

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an elliptical fanlight with corresponding sidelights framed by a formal columned covered porchelement. Many of Honnold’s architectural motifs are repeated throughout the property, such assubtle classical architectural detailing, patterned brick course work, framed diagonal wood latticework. circular roundrel windows, and spherical cast finials.

Section 7. fINDINGS AND DESCRIPTION Of PARTICULAR ATTRIBUTESJUSTIFYING LANDMARK DESIGNATION. The Cultural Heritage Commission finds.pursuant to the City of Beverly Hills Historic Preservation Ordinance, that the estate satisfiesthe necessary requirements for designation as a local landmark based on the following:

The “Samuel Goidwyn Estate” is eligible under “significance” criterion A. 1. It is at leastforty-five (15) years of age, or is a property of extraordinary significance. The subjectproperty was built in 1934, thus in 2017 it is 83 years old. Therefore, the property satisfies thiscriterion.

The “Samuel Goidwyn Estate” is eligible under “significance” criterion A.2. Itpossesses high artistic or aesthetic value, and embodies the distinctive characteristics of anarchitectural type or architectural type, or architectural period. The building is an excellentexample of a transitional architectural interpretation of a Georgian Revival-styled estate forSouthern California located in Beverly Hills, which was a popular idiom with film industryexecutives in the 1920s and 1930s. The residence exhibits character-defining featuresassociated with the Georgian Revival transitional subtype, including its formal façadecomposition, articulated entry portico, exterior cement-plaster cladding with corner quoining,shed dormer windows, and wood shutters. The Samuel Goidwyn Estate embodies thedistinctive characteristics of the Georgian Revival style, period, and materials of construction.Therefore, the property satisfies this criterion.

The “Samuel Goidwyn Estate” is eligible under “significance” criterion A.3. It retains•1-3

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substantial integrity from its period of significance. The property remained under the

ownership of the Goidwyn family and was minimally altered between its original construction

in 1934 and 1982, which is its period of significance. Some alterations to the property

beginning in 1982 are non-contributing, but do not compromise the property’s significance; it

retains all seven aspects of integrity (location, design, setting, material, workmanship, and

association). Recent alterations have been reviewed and approved for conformance with the

Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for Rehabilitation of Historic Properties. Therefore, the

property satisfies this criterion.

The “Samuel Goidwyn Estate” is eligible under “significance” criterion A.4. it has

continîted historic value to the community such that its designation as a landmark is

reasonable and necessary to promote and further the pmposes of this article. The Samuel

Goldwyn Estate has continued historic value in Beverly Hills as an exemplary property for its

size and site design, association with the growth of the film industry and a nationally

recognizable industry pioneer, and as an intact, refined example of a period-revival style by a

noted Master Architect in Beverly Hills. With the property owner’s support, designation of the

property is a reasonable and necessary action to promote preservation in the community.

Therefore, the property satisfies this criterion.

The “Samuel Goldwyn Estate” is eligible under “significance” criterion 3.2. It is an

exceptional work by a Master Architect. The property is a 1930’s transitional revival-style of

architecture designed by noted Southern California architect Douglas Honnold, FAIA, who is

included on the City’s List of Master Architects, in conjunction with noted Hollywood set

designer George Vernon Russell and landscape architect Tommy Tomson. The design of the

grounds is attributed to Tomson. who was not formally educated in the discipline of landscape

architecture but served as a protégé of master landscape architect Paul G. Thiene, in Beverly

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Hills at Greystone Mansion. Tomson was considered one of the most successful and prolific

landscape designers in Depression-era Southern California; his most recognizable commissions

included Santa Anita Race Track, Union Station. and the Park La Brea apartment community.

Tomson’s involvement on the design of many private estates of prominent Angelenos, such as

Mr. Goidwyn, represented a shift in the development of large estate properties towards the

practice of employing formal landscape architects. The Laurel Lane property is discussed and

photographed in Star, Moguls, Magnates: The Mansions of Beverly Hills by Michael Regan,

The Search for Sam Goldwyn by Carol Easton, Playland by Jolrn Gregory Dunne, Goidwyn: A

Biography by A. Scott Berg, and “The Jews in America, A Trilogy” by Stephen Birmingham.

Therefore, the property qualifies as an “exceptional work” and satisfies this criterion.

The “Samuel Goldwyn Estate” is eligible under “significance” criterion 3.3. It is an

exceptional work that was owned and occupied by a person of great importance, and was

directly connected to a momentous event in the person endeavors or the history of the nation.

For pmposes of subsection 33, personal events such as birth, death, marriage, social

interaction, and the like shall not be deemed to be momentous. The property is recognized as

an exceptional architectural work that was commissioned, owned, and occupied by legendary

Hollywood producer Samuel Goldwyn, who was instrumental in establishing the film industry

in Hollywood and whose residence in Beverly Hills furthered the industry’s coimection with

the city. Samuel Goldwyn, Si’. was a Polish immigrant, born in Warsaw in 1879 as Schmuel

Gelbfisz. He immigrated to the United States at the age of 13, alone and pemiless, after a stop

in England. As a young man, Goldwyn worked as an apprentice and glove salesman until he

convinced his brother-in-law Jesse Lasky to form a feature film company. with Cecil de Mille

who served as director. In 1916 he formed a partnership with Edgar Selwyn, which achieved

box office but not financial success. It was this company which would go on to merge with

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Metro Pictures to form the Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer (MGM) studio partnership. Goidwyn was

a seminal figure in Hollywood whose name and contributions to the film industry are widely

known across America and made a substantial impact on the history of the nation. When the

couple outgrew their former residence on Franklin Avenue in West Hollywood. Goldwyn

bought the hilltop property with a spectacular view on Laurel Lane in Beverly Hills to

demonstrate his stature and commission a home that met both his personal and business needs.

Samuel Goidwyn assigned the planning and supervising of the construction to his wife,

Frances. He gave her carte blanche though his only specification was that the house be white.

Upon completion of the palatial showplace/fortress Samuel Goidwyn thought the property was

perfect. Outside it was the obligatory white, stately, and formal. Inside, it was also formal. The

35mm projection room was luxurious, well sited, and allowed Goidwyn to invite clients home

to conduct the business of screening films. The kitchen, designed with an eye to entertaining on

the grand scale, was modern and efficient (for the time). Samuel’s private domain considered

by Frances to be “the heart of the house” consisted of his bedroom, bathroom, dressing room,

office (he called his study), and gym. frances had the house fully decorated in a conservative

and understated manner. Numerous works of art by noted artists such as Monet, Manet, Sisley,

Picasso, Cezanne, Dega, and Bonnard were also installed throughout the residence. Goldwyn

Sr. and his family owned and occupied the residence for nearly 80 years; during his tenure at

the property. he produced numerous films and hosted notable guests and dignitaries including

the likes of the Duke and Duchess of Windsor and Queen Marie of Rumania. They also hosted

lavish parties that included Old Hollywood luminaries Charlie Chaplin, Marlene Dietrich,

Clark Gable, et al, and reportedly mortgaged the home in order to finance some of his film

productions. The grounds included a lawn that served as a croquet court and a tennis court,

both sports which Goldwyn Sr. played avidly. Samuel Goldwyn, Jr. was raised at the estate

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and became a notable producer in his own right, and would return to live in the residence after

his parents’ death until his own passing in 2015. The estate was published during the Goidwyn

family’s ownership in the following print publications: Stai Moguls, Magnates: The

Mansions of Beverly Hills by Michael Regan, The Search for Sam Golthtyn by Carol Easton,

Playland by John Gregory Dunne, Golthtyn: A Biography by A. Scott Berg, and The Jews in

America Trilogy by Stephen Birmingham. Therefore, the property qualifies as an “exceptional

work” owned and occupied by a person of great importance and satisfies this criterion.

The “Samuel Goidwyn Estate” is eligible under “significance” criterion B.6. The

landmark designation procedure is ini1iateci or expressly agreed to, by the owner(s,,I of the

property. The landmark designation procedure was expressly agreed to by the owner(s) of the

property. Therefore, the property satisfies this criterion.

Section 8. CHARACTER DEFINING FEATURES THAT SHOULD BE

PRESERVED. Use and development of the “Samuel Goidwyn Estate” shall be governed

by the Secretcuy of the Interior’s Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties with

Guidelines /or Preserving, Rehabilitating, Restoring, and Reconstructing Historic Buildings

(1995) by Weeks and Grimmer (herein referred to as the SOl Standards). These standards and

guidelines have been formulated to ensure that any significant adverse changes to the property

do not compromise those qualities that justify its listing as a landmark. The key features that

should be preserved are as follows.

The character-defining features associated with the 1200 Laurel Lane estate are those

exterior features on the property that reflect and define its Georgian Revival architectural style.

Such features include, but are not limited to the following:

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Main Residence

• Georgian-Revival architecture and detailing in a transitional style with framed formal

columned entry porch, expressed bay window, segmented oculus/roundrel windows, and

symmetrical design features

• Height, shape (rectangular) and mass of the dwelling and placement in relationship to its

topography, formal landscaping and immediate residential environment

• Smooth stucco exterior, noting finish, texture, and overall appearance

• Solid wood paneled entry door surrounded by an elliptical fanlight with corresponding

sidelights

• formal gated entry and paved motor court

Accessory buildings

• Pool House includes an articulated hip roof with accentuated integrated vent design

• Original flooring in pool house features basket-weave pattern of brick payers into four

diagonal quadrants of running bond, separated by a soldier course

Site features

• Perimeter walls of painted white brick, surrounding the property boundary and into the

courtyard and parking area;

• Courtyard walls of unpainted red brick topped with white painted decorative woodwork;

• Cast-in-place concrete retaining walls. 12 inches in width with a medium sand stucco

finish, at various locations across the grounds

• Tennis court made of reinforced concrete, board-formed concrete, wood horizontal

sheathing, wood articulated entablature, and chain link fencing, flanked by a viewing

platform on its east side

• Swimming pool area

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Tool House (1934)

• Exterior brick in running bond with headers every ten courses; south-facing wood-frame

door; low-slope hipped roof; oculus (roundel) wood-frame window.

Hardscape Features

o Soldier-course brick paving with integrated basket-weave pattern at primary and

secondary entrances

• Stairs leading from main house to the pool feature running bond brick payers on 6”

plaster risers

• Terraced walls and paths along the eastern portion of the site

Landscape Features

• Large Ezica&ptus tree midway down the slow east of the house.

• Lawn extending from the south terrace

• The sloping hills to the east of the house, acting as an intermediary among levels.

• Stepped terraces linking the upper and lower portions of the site on the east and west,

and the tennis court and curved sitting area on the north and south.

• Four Australian Willows (GeeraparviJlora) in front of the primary elevations of the

east and south facades of the main residence.

• Two Magnolia grcinthflora (west of the house). Fillosporum tobira (near the upper

lawn)

• Pittosporum undulaturm (near the tennis courts and mixed with other trees), variants of

ficus such as ficzis repens and ficus pulima

• Canary Island pine trees (Fin us canariensis) flanking entry gates

• Row of citrus trees (lemon and grapefruit) behind the curved wall defining the “Orchard

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Area Lawn”

• Two Black Acacias (Acacia meianoxylon) at the eastern edge of the tennis courts

• Two mature fruit tress located at the north end of the central walkway between the

curved seating area and tennis court

Section 9. GENERAL GUIDELllES AND STANDARDS FOR FUTURE

PROPOSED CHANGES PURSUANT TO THE HISTORIC PRESERVATION ORDINANCE.

The Secretary of the Interior Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties with

Guidelines for Preserving, Rehabilitating, Restoring, and Reconstructing Historic Buildings

(1995) by Weeks and Grimmer (herein referred to as the SOI Standards and Guidelines) are

incorporated as reference. These standards and guidelines have been formulated to ensure that

any significant adverse changes to the property do not compromise those qualities that justify its

listing as a landmark. The guidelines and standards are an aid to public and private property

owners, and others, formulating plans for new plantings, constructions, for rehabilitation or

alteration of existing landscapes. associated structures, and for site development. The SOI

Standards and Guidelines are also designed to be standards which City Staff and the Cultural

Heritage Commission shall apply when making decisions about Certificates of Appropriateness

as required by the City of Beverly Hills Historic Preservation Ordinance. The location and

boundaries of the delineated resource are the property boundaries.

Section 10. ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS. Designation of the “Samuel Go1dn

Estate” as a local historic landmark was assessed in accordance with the authority and criteria

contained in the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the State CEQA Guidelines, and

the environmental regulations of the City. It has been determined that designation of the

“Samuel Goidwyn Estate” would not have a significant environmental impact and is exempt

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from CEQA pursuant to Sections 15061(b)(3), 15308. and 15331 of Title 14 of the California

Code of Regulations. It can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that the designation

of the “Samuel Goidwyn Estate” may have a significant effect on the environment, as no specific

development is authorized by this resolution, and any future development proposed pursuant to

this resolution will require separate environmental analysis when the details of those proposals

are known. furthei-. designating the “Samuel Goidwyn Estate” is an action of the City to protect

and preserve an historic resource.

Section 11. GENERAL PLAN CONSISTENCY. Designation of the “Samuel

Goldwyn Estate” as a local historic landmark is consistent with the objectives, principles, and

standards of the General Plan. General Plan Policy ‘HP 1 .3 - Promote National, State, and

Local Designation of Historic Resources’ encourages the establishment of programs encouraging

the nomination of landmarks.

Section 12. The City Council hereby designates the “Samuel Goldwyn Estate” as a

local landmark included on the City of Beverly Hills Register of Historic Properties as Landmark

No. 34, for the reasons set forth in this resolution.

Section 13. The record of proceedings for designation of the “Samuel Goidwyn

Estate” as a local landmark included on the City’s Register of Historic Properties is maintained

by the City as part of the official records of the Community Development Department at 455

North Rexford Drive. Beverly Hills, California. 90210.

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Section 14. The City Clerk shall certify to the adoption of the Resolution and shall

cause the Resolution and his certification to be entered in the Book of Resolutions of the Council

of the City of Beverly Hills. The City Clerk shall also cause the Resolution to be recorded in the

office of the county recorder of the county of Los Angeles as authorized by Section 3215 I of

Chapter 3 of Title 10 of the City of Beverly Hills Municipal Code.

Adopted:

LILT BOSSEMayor of the City of Beverly Hills,California

ATTEST:

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(SEAL)

BYRON POPECity Clerk

APPROVED AS TO FORM APPROVED AS TO CONTENT

LAURENCE S. WIENER MARDI ALUZRICity Attorney City Manager

S SANHEALYK4Director of Community Development

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1200 Laurel Lane, Beverly Hills, CA

HISTORICAL ASSESSMENT REPORT

Project: 1 200 Laurel Lane, Beverly Hills CA

Evaluation of Hardscape and Accessory Structuresfor Significance with Recommendations

Document issue FINAL DRAFt 25 May 2016

Subject:Evaluation Report and Memorandum for the Record:Assessment of character-defining features and statement of recommendations for significance

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Summary: Historical Architectural Assessment of the existing residential accessory site structures,site landscape and hardscape features, with evaluation of integrity and significance.

It is understood that the architectural features and characteristics of the accessory structures, thehardscape, and the landscape features associated with 1200 Laurel Lane potentially warrantconsideration of eligibility as a historical resource under City of Beverly Hills Criterion C as anexample of the work of a Master Architect, Douglas Honnold FAJA. With pending improvements bythe new owner of the property, an assessment of the potential significance of character-definingfeatures and a chronology of changes was requested by our client in response to a request by the Cityof Beverly Hills.

Our review was limited to the accessory structures, the hardscape, and landscape features. ThisHistorical Assessment Report acknowledges that individual significance of the primary residence asan excellent example of the work of a City of Beverly Hills-defined “Master Architect” DouglasHonnold is warranted. While the dwelling is not the subject of this Report, exterior features of theaccessory structures and the hardscape features clearly demonstrate an identical architecturalapproach. Thus, the analysis of the dwelling’s exterior features was warranted in order to evaluatewhether a strong relationship between the house and each ancillary structure existed.

The original architectural design drawings prepared by the office of Douglas Honnold show ampledetails of the residence and connected garage structure. The roof plan shows the location of thisprimary structure in relation to the site property boundaries, and a reference of elevation contourlines, but no documentation of the accessory structure designs or hardscape walkways and walls. Inour assessment we relied on permit histories and an occasional permit-related drawing to determinethe level of significance site-wide of the property.

Based on available evidence by research in archives and examination at the site, and employingthe City of Beverly Hills Preservation Ordinance criteria, referencing the Secretary of theInterior’s Standards for guidelines, this complex of accessory structures and site features doesappear eligible to warrant individual Landmark designation.

Please refer to Section 1 of this Historical Memorandum for the Record for further details includingcriteria used in evaluating significance.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS INDEX

Title Page: One-Page Summary

1 REGULATORY DATA: Summary of applicable sections of the federalSecretary of the Interior’s Standards for Rehabilitation, California EnvironmentalQuality Act (CEQA), Public Resource Code, and City of Beverly Hills MunicipalCode;

2 PRIOR DOCUMENTATIONS: Summary of previous HistoricalAssessments and coordinated recommendations for defined Period of Significance;

3 HISTORICAL DEVELOPMENT: Chronological summary ofdevelopment on site, from the original construction to documented later additionsand modifications;

4 EXISTING CONDITIONS/ARCHITECTURAL SUMMARY:Existing Architectural summary and site conditions summary;

5 CONCLUSIONS & RECOMMENDED APPROACHES: Concludingrecommendations for historical significance of structures.

A APPENDICESAl Research and Existing conditions GTh I HA photographsA2 Research SourcesA3 Author’s qualifications.

Client:Mr. Arthur KatzU. S. Building & Development1150 Camino Del Mar, Suite CDel Mar, CA 92014

Agent for Owner

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Following is an analysis of potential significance, developed from site and archive research,previous historical resources surveys, and observed character-defining architectural andhistorical cultural resource features. A summary history and observations from research at thesite include a summary listing of previous historical assessments.

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1 REGULATORY DATASwrimary of Applicable Sections of the Federal Secretary of:theIntenors’ Standards for Rehabilitation Ca]ifocrna Environme&iuaift.A, Pubuiciesources Code, and Ordinance 12-0-2617J

13M’;tle 10 Chapter 3, “Histoirc Preservaon” of the Citye4ly Hills Municipal Code..ônsiderations for evaluation of historical resources

Relevant National, State, and Local criteria for evaluations are included for consistency inreview. A summary recommendation is made for applicability of the eligibility for the structureas a designated landmark in consideration of the established criteria.

• 1±iNational Register of Historic Places (NRHP) Criteria for Evaluation

The following criteria are designed to guide the states, federal agencies, and the Secretary of theInterior in evaluating potential entries for the National Register.

The quality of significance in American history, architecture, archaeology, and culture is present indistricts, sites, buildings, structures, and objects that possess integrity of location, design, setting,materials, workmanship, feeling, and association, and:

A. that are associated with events that have made significant contribution to the broad patterns ofour history; or

3. that are associated with the Lives of persons significant in our past; or

C. that embody the distinctive characteristics of a type, period, or method of construction, or thatrepresent the work of a master, or that possess high artistic values, or that represent a significantand distinguishable entity whose components may lack individual distinction; or

D. that have yielded, or may be likely to yield, information important in prehistory or history.

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APPLYING THE CRITERIA

The two principal issues to consider in determining eligibility for the National Register are“significance” and “integrity.”

A property may have “significance” for association with important events or patterns of history(criterion A); for association with an important historical figure (criterion B); as an importantexample of period architecture, landscape, or engineering (criterion C); or for the information it islikely to yield (criterion D, applied to archaeological sites and districts, and sometimes applied tocertain types of structures). A National Register nomination must demonstrate how a property issignificant in at least one of these four areas. For properties nominated under criterion A, frequentlycited areas of significance are agriculture, community planning and development, social history,commerce, industry, politics and government, education, recreation and culture, and others. Fortechnical reasons, criterion B (significant person) nominations are rare. Criterion C (architecture) iscited for most, but not all, nominations of historic buildings. Archaeological sites are alwaysnominated under criterion D, but may also have significance under one or more of the other threecriteria.

Properties are nominated at either a local, state, or national level of significance depending on thegeographical range of the importance of a property and its associations. The level of significancemust be justified in the nomination. The majority of properties (about 70%) are listed at the locallevel of significance. The level of significance has no effect on the protections or benefits of listing.

Besides meeting one or more of the above criteria, a property must also have “integrity” of“location, design, setting, materials, workmanship, feeling, and association.” This means that theproperty must retain enough of its historic physical character (or in the case of archaeological sites,intact archaeological features) to represent its historic period and associations adequately.

Alt properties change over time, and in some cases past alterations can take on historicalsignificance in their own right. The degree to which more recent, incompatible, or non-historicalterations are acceptable depends on the type of property, its rarity, and its period and area ofsignificance. Buildings with certain types of alterations are usually turned down by the NationalRegister Advisory Committee. For example, 19th and early 20th century wood frame buildings thathave been brick veneered in the mid-2Oth century are routinely turned down for loss of historicintegrity.

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2Califorma Register of Historical Resources (CRHR) Criteria

To be considered eligible for listing on the CRHR, a cultural resource must satisfy at leastone of the four significance criteria as defined by Public Resources Code 5024.1. Theresource must:

1. Be associated with events that have made a significant contribution to the broadpatterns of California’s history;

2. Be associated with the lives of persons important in our past;

3. Embody the distinctive characteristics of a type, period, region, or method ofconstruction, or represent the work of an important creative individual; or

4. Yield, or may be likely to yield, information important in prehistory or history.

Beyond the application of the above CRHR criteria, a resource must retain sufficientintegrity of the characteristics that makes it significant and potentially eligible for listing.Integrity is regarded in terms of the retention of original design, materials, workmanship,setting, location, feeling, and association. In short, integrity refers to the general characterand feeling of the building, and the degree to which it currently resembles its condition andsetting during its period of significance.

Li Summary of applicable sections of the California Environmental QualityAct (CEQA) and the Public Resource Code

Design and regulatory agency considerations:

.31 Excerpts from the California Environmental Quality Act:

Title 14; Chapter 3; Article 5; Section 15064.5

‘This section establishes rulesfor the ana/ysis ofhistorical resources, inctudinarchaeological resources, in order to determine whether aprqject may have a substantialadverse ct on the sgajficaace of the resource.”

CEQA Guidelines Section 15064.5 states that resources listed in the California Register of HistoricalResources or in a local register of historical resources are considered “historical resources.”

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Additionally, CEQA Guidelines Section 15064.5(a)(3) states that:

“g)enerat/y, a resource shalt be considered by the tead ageny to be ‘historical/y stgnflcant’ fthe resource meets thecriteriafor listing in the Catj[ornia Register ofHistorical Resources including thefoliowing:

• (A) Is associated with events that have made a szgnj/ictnt contribution to the broadpatterns ofCatjforniashistory and cultural heritage;

a (B) Is associated with the lives ofpersous important in ourpast;

(C) Embodies the distinctive characteristics ofa type, perio region, or method ofconstruction, or representsthe work ofan important creative individ;,ai orpossesses high artistic values;

• (D) Hasyietded or may be tikey toyield information important inprehistoy or histoy.”

A project that may cause a substantial adverse change in the significance of an historical resource is aproject that may pose a significant effect on the environment. For purposes of this section, anhistorical resource is a resource listed in, or determined to be eligible for listing in, the CaliforniaRegister of Historical Resources. Historical resources included in a local register of historical resources,as defined in subdivision (k) of Section 5020.1 (Public Resources Code), or deemed significant pursuantto criteria set forth in subdivision (g) of Section 5024.1 are presumed to be historically or culturallysignificant for this section, unless the preponderance of the evidence demonstrates that the resource isnot historically or culturally significant. The fact that a resource is not listed in, or determined to beeligible for listing in, the California Register of Historical Resources, not included in a local register ofhistorical resources, or not deemed significant pursuant to criteria set forth in subdivision (g) of Section5024.1 shall not preclude a lead agency from determining whether the resource may be an historicalresource for purposes of this section.

1.3.2 Excerpts from the California Environmental Ouality Act:

CEQA Section 21084.1 of the Public Resource Code requires potential effects on archaeologicalresources be considered as part of a project’s environmental analysis when evaluating defined or eligiblehistorical resources.

1.3.3 Applications of criteria for defining significance per the CaliforniaEnvironmental Quality Act:

Analyses, research of prior historical assessments, and site observations have been made as part ofdeveloping this Historical Assessment Report.

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In consideration of the existing accessory structures, hardscape, and landscape, and later additions tothe structme and to the site as reviewed for this Report, it is considered that the architectural features,significance, and characteristics of the original accessory structures, hardscape, and landscapewarrant consideration of eligibility as a historical resource under National Register Criterion C and atthe Statewide level of significance. The residential structure and immediate site context was notevaluated for significance under Criterion B because it was not sufficiently:

• (A) Is associated with events that have made a sigiqflcant contribution to the broadpatterns of Ca%fàrnia’slistoy and cuttttrat heita,ge;

• (B) Is associated with the lives ofpersons important in ourpast.

While the storied film producer Samuel Goidwyn, his wife Frances, and their family resided herebeginning in 1934 and maintained the property for over eight decades, the accessory structures,hardscape, and landscape (evaluated individually below), do not in themselves invoke a directassociation with Mr. Goidwyn and his fabled movie career, as a studio might.

In consideration of the accessory structures, hardscape, and landscape as reviewed for this Memo, it isfound that their architectural features, significance and characteristics warrant consideration ofeligibility as a historical resource under National Register (C) and at the Statewide level of significanceas follows:

• (C) Embodies the distinctive characteristics ofa type, perioa region, or method ofconstruction, or represents thework ofan important creative individuai orpossesses htgh artistic values;

The primary significance of the property is based on the property’s architecture designed by MasterArchitect Douglas Honnold FAIA, who was an expert not only in proficient renditions of periodrevival styles of residential architecture but later became one of the innovators of “Googie”architecture with architect John Lautner. Alone or with partner John Rex, forming the well-known LosAngeles firm of Honnold and Rex, Honnold also later designed major Modern commercial and civic.furthermore, his assisting architect on the subject property was George Vernon Russell FALA, whoafter an early career designing movie sets became another noted architect in his own right.

Following the construction of the subject property, permitted June 28, 1934, the permit record speaksto a rapid erection of the accessory structures, which all bear a clear relationship to and continuity withthe character-defining features and strategies that Honnold employed for the residence. Notably, whilea specific permit for the pool and cabana was not located in City of Beverly Hills records, the housepermit was re-valued twice, suggesting that the pooi and cabana construction were responsible forthese unremarked increases in values totaling $3,700 at the height of the Great Depression.’ Notably,

See permit records 12696 and 12722, City of Beverly Hills.

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given Goidwyn’s well-known practice of tennis, swimming, walking, and general physical fitness, thetennis court was the first accessory structure to be permitted, on Oct. 10. A tool house permitfollowed, issued on December 12, with a valuation of $250. Both of these structures retain exceptionalintegrity with features directly related to Honnold’s design of the house, as does the existing perimeterand other hardscape features discussed below further developed in this Historical Assessment Report.

Due to prior development at the site and context, it was considered unlikely to present significantarcheological information. The structure and immediate site context was not evaluated for significancebecause it:

(D) Hasyietded or may be tike/y toyield i,fàrmatio,i important inprehistoy or history.

1,3.4 Conclusion of Criterion (C) non-contributor assessments:

from the research and documentation that will be presented in this Historical Assessment Report,modifications and additions to the original residential structure after the original construction and thedefined period of significance, 1934 — 1982, when significant site alterations began to occur, arerecommended as insufficient to warrant consideration of eligibility on their own merit as historicalresources under Criterion (C). This Historical Assessment Report concludes that later additions datingafter 1982 (most occurring to the hardscape, and non-conforming but reversible changes to the pooiarea and the cabana,) are non-contributors to the original 1934 property, specifically the accessorystructures, hardscape, and landscape.These modifications as documented in the existing conditions summary of Section 4 in this HistoricalAssessment Report do not necessarily detract from a potential designation of the structure as a localhistorical resource, or affect eligibility for statewide landmark listing, or as a contributing structure toany potential local historic district.

• (C) Embod(ied) the distinctive c/3aracteüstics ofa pe, perioa re,gion, or method ofconstntction, orrepresents the work ofan important creative inditiidua4 orpossesses high artistic values.

ft is considered that the accessory structures and original hardscape do meet this Criterion inrepresenting the work of an important creative individual and in possessing high artistic values.

Refer to an elaboration of existing architectural features in Section 4 of this Assessment.

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IA Summary of City of Beverly Hills Ordinance 10-3-3212; Article 32

10-3-3212: LANDMARK DESIGNATION CRITERIA:

An eligible property maybe nominated and designated as a landmark if it satisfies the requirements set forth below.

A. A landmark must satisfy all of the following requirements:

1. It is at least forty five (45) years of age, or is a property of extraordinary significance;

2. It possesses high artistic or aesthetic value, and embodies the distinctive characteristics of an architectural style orarchitectural type or architectural period;

3. It retains substantial integrity from its period of significance; and

4. It has continued historic value to the community such that its designation as a landmark is reasonable and necessaryto promote and further the purposes of this article.

NOTE: Property appears to comply with at minimum Nos. 1, 2, 3, and 4.

B. In addition to the requirements set forth in subsection A of this section, a landmark must satisfy at least one of thefollowing requirements:

1. It is listed on the national register of historic places;

2. It is an exceptional work by a master architect;

3. It is an exceptional work that tvas owned and occupied by a person of great importance, and was directly connectedto a momentous event in the person’s endeavors or the history of the nation. For purposes of this subsection B3,personal events such as birth, death, marriage, social interaction, and the like shall not be deemed to be momentous;

4. It is an exceptional property that was owned and occupied by a person of great local prominence;

5. It is an iconic property; or

6. The landmark designation procedure is initiated, or expressly agreed to, by the owner(s) of the property. (Ord. 15-0-2682, eff. 11-19-2015)

NOTE: Property appears to comply with at minimum Nos. 4 and 5. Given the definition of“Momentous” provided, No. 3 would not comply (nor it appears would any structure.)

As is apparent, the City of Beverly Hills criteria language parallels fairly closely the state’s criteria.

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A summary of the applicability of the criteria to this property follows. The property IS:

• identified with important events in the main currents of national, state, or local history;• directly exemplifies or manifests significant contributions;• directly associated with the lives of Significant Persons important to national, state, City or

local history;• an exceptional example of the revival style of the structure that is prevalent in the City and

region;• possess high artistic or aesthetic values;• represent a notable work of a person included on the City’s List of Master Architects, in this

case Douglas Honnold FAIA.yield or has the potential to yield, information important in the prehistoy or history of the Nation, State,

City, or community.

The property is not likely to yield archaeological evidence. The accessory structures and hardscape at1200 Laurel Lane also do potentially:

• demonstrate a distinctive construction character or method• embody the distinctive characteristics of a style (primarily a hybrid of Modern, American

Colonial Revival, and eclectic), type, period, or method of construction,;

The criteria in Item B that the proposed landmark retains ‘nte,griy of location, desgn, se#inS, materiatworkmanship, and association “will be further developed in this Historical Assessment Report. It will beconcluded in this memo that the tennis court, the tool house/guardhouse, and some aspects of thehardscape retain high degrees of integrity, and that the pool cabañaa, while renovated in 1986, does stillmaintain sufficient integrity.

The criteria in Item C that the Accessory Structures and portions of the hardscape features represent‘ctgnj/icant architectural value to the commun4y” will be concluded in this Report that these elements do havesuch value.

The following sections document the details qualifying these conclusions.

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2 PRIOR DOCUMENTATIONS

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2.1 Prior Documentations and Historical Assessments

2.1.1 Summary of Recommendations from Prior Assessments:

As is evident from the research performed in developing this Historical Assessment Report, theCity of Beverly Hills had previously conducted cultural historical landmark significance by severalhistorian reviews. Johnson Heumann Research Associates, in 1985 -October 1986, and PCRServices Corporation in June 2004 performed city-wide historic resources surveys.

The 1985- 1986 Beverly Hills Historic Resources Survey Report lists this property asPOTENTIALLY eligible for designation as a City landmark. The 1985 — 1986 Surveydesignated the property as c4•3s2 The 1985 — 1986 Survey also notes the house and its architectas being one of many in Beverly Hills designed for the movie elite.3 This Survey also mentionsthe collaboration of Honnold and Russell on Beverly Hills projects, specifically 121 5. BeverlyDrive, in this case again a synthesis of two styles, here Classical Revival and Moderne.4 The2004 Historic Resources Survey Report notes that 1200 Laurel Lane could not be evaluatedbecause it was not visible from a public right-of-way.5

An important aspect of National Register review definition is the concept of “integrity,”specifically, “integrity” of “location, design, setting, materials, workmanship, feeling, andassociation.” Considerations of these factors have been made in the evaluation of the buildingsand site context.

2 The property Is listed on page 110. National Register of Historic Places Evaluation Status 4 states that a property: “may become eligible forindividual listing fien: a) mote historical or architectural research is performed b) the property is restored to an earlier appearance c) moresignificant examples of the property’s architectural style are demolished; or U) the property becomes old enough to meet the Register’s 50-year requirement.

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2 Recommendations for defining the period of significance:

2.2.1 Definition:

The period of significance is defined as the span of time during which a site or propertyattained the significance for which the resource meets the criteria used for National Registerevaluation. National Register criteria do not differ significantly from the California Register.

A recommendation of this Assessment Report is that the significant period for this site andstructure is best defined as commencing with the 1934 date of original construction, andcontinuing until the 1982 date when substantial alterations were made to the entrance motorcourt and expansion of the property at the northwest corner. During this permitted work (No.820210) original motor courtyard site walls were removed and altered, and the entrance pavingareas modified. Following this permit two additional construction activities commenced:alterations to the pool cabana and the swimming pooi area in 1986, and the removal of asphaltpaving in the motor courts and replacing with concrete in 1989. These modifications areassessed as non-contributing to the significance of the property, while not substantial enoughto compromise the remaining integrity of the complex of structures or of the site for eligibility.

Background site history and development of Significance:

The surrounding residential properties in Beverly Hills became increasingly built up throughout thedecade of the 1920’s. At the start of the decade, plots were largely undeveloped; by the end of thedecade plots were largely filled. Review of Sanborn Fire Insurance Maps indicate that at the beginningof the roughly ten-year period before construction began on site, Laurel Way was still a short. dead-endroad and Laurel Lane did not yet exist. Development of residential infrastructure and construction ofresidences continued in the area throughout the pre-Worid War Two era.

As is well-documented in the previous City-wide historical resource surveys, the predominate stylisticcharacter of the residential construction were eclectic revival styles.

2.2.3 Summary of review and comments:

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Conforming to historical assessments, it is recommended to consider the date of 1934 as thebeginning of the period of significance. This represents the initial permit and construction ofthe residential structure and various accessory structures. For the purposes of this HistoricalAssessment Report, the period of significance would continue from the date of the originaldesign and construction of 1934 through to 1982, when alterations to the site sufficientlycompromised the context.

Part of this Report’s period of significance rationale is based on the City of Beverly Hills’ listof architects considered “Master Architects.” While Douglas Honnold is rightly noted as a“Master”, and is associated with the construction of the primary residence structure andassociated accessory structures, the 1982 permitted work and following construction actions onsite were performed by individuals who do not appear on the list (referencing the current issuedated 13 January 2016.)

This Report’s assessment represents a conservative approach, recommended here as it allowsfor the greatest inclusiveness of the built environment to review most of the later additions.Were a cut-off date used that defined the significant period as ending at an earlier date, therecould be questions of judgment.

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I HA photodocumentadon, Maj 2016 research, Plan e’ieu’ of site context, source Los Angeles Public Librai SaubornMap collection, Los Angeles + 7906-Januaiy 1957, Sanborn Volume 21 Sheet index 2195. Estimated date ispdor to 1957.Note Laurel IVaj, at this date continues ;vest of North Bever5i Dth,e and shows Laurel Lane in its present coIflguration.Present on the properO is showit the Residence, the toot shed, and the Cabana structure (ca/led out ui “Dressing Rooms” with a“Concrete Plunge” noted to the eact. A particular organization of the builtfirms may be bftrred by the organiZation of therectangular shapes that suggest a conrpktion of a larger image to the south of the pdmaey residence. Site walls and the tennis courtstructure are notab/y absent, ac Saitborn mapping bicat’y excluded suchfratures.

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3 HISTORICAL DEVELOPMENT

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• Architect of the primary construction and development on this site:

City of Beverly Hills Building Department Permit records document the architect of theoriginal house and garage accessory structure: Douglas Honnold. Honnold is listed as a “MasterArchitect” as defined by the City of Beverly Hills.

The distinguished career of Master Architect Douglas I lonnold FAIA (1901 — 1974) spanned expertisein revival styles for lavish villas, to well-executed Modern skyscrapers. Before establishing his ownpractice, he worked for noted firms and architects of the period including \Vitmer and \VatsonArchitects, Los Angeles, 1923-1924; George Washington Smith, Santa Barbara, 1924-1926; and JohnParkinson, Los Angeles, 1927, before establishing his own practice in 1929 in Los Angeles. In 1952, heand john Leon Rex formed a partnership, known as Ilonnold and Rex, later expanded in 1964 toHounold, Piercy) Reibsamen, and Rex. Attending Cornell University and the UC Berkeley from 1920to 1923, he received a solid, if conventional, architectural education in various historic architecturalrevival styles. Ilonnold became a fellow of the AlA in 1957 and was a registered architect in Arizona,California, and Nevada.

Fueled by Hollywood greats, Honnold’s practice flourished during the Depression. He designed forwriters and executives, including villas for Dolores Del Rio and Cedric Gibbons Residence (designedwith Gibbons) in Santa Monica Canyon; an estate on Sunset Boulevard for Billy \Vilkerson’s estate asweH as the Sunset Plaza development (with Charles Selkirk); the Stars’ Dressing Room Building and thelegendary Stage 8 at Twentieth Century Fox, (the “\Vffl Rogers” Memorial Stage). Of concern to thisReport, Honnold designed the Anatole Litvak house on the Pacific Coast Highway with noted architectGeorge Vernon Russell, 1905 — 1989.6

6Steve Vaught, A Sophisticated Georgian Manor in the Hills of Bet-Air,’ 2012,

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Russell served as Honnold’s associate-assistant on the subject property, the Goidwyn Residence, andbecame a Master Architect in his own right. As noted in Russell’s obituary,

‘Th a aireer that .ipannedfive decadej; Rinse/I’s credits rangedfiwn such [U irtd lrar II projects as Bisenhower’.r poshtwo-u,iit mthin,g headquarters and air bases in Ire/and and flnland to the 1976 thive-stoy, 56, 000-sqan,rfootaddition to the Le.r An,getes C’ounj Museu,n oj’JVaturat Histo9 in E.positthn Park ... In inteiwnin,gjeare he won

awardsfor excel/cute at the 1953 Berlin Trade Fairfor the design of the Repeal/ic Sappy Co. buildin,g in San Leandm,was named president in 1958 of the Southern CaIfornia Chap/er ofAmethrm Institute ofAnhitecta and that same

jear captured the national Churc/ Architectural Guild ofAmerica’s first prize for a chapel he desned at Cate Schoolin Caipentaria.

Contemporary accounts document Mrs. Frances Goidwyn’s apparently familiarity with set designers,harnessing them to work on the Goldwyn Residence. \Vhile his direct involvement could not bedetermined, Russell’s early years as a set designer in Hollywood would have made him a welcomeaddition to the work at 1200 Laurel Lane. Honnold’s design for the residence is well documented in apartially complete set of working drawings dated 05 June 1934. These drawings include exterior andinterior details, and closely resemble the built form. 1-lonnold’s design draws on elements fromGeorgian, American Colonial Revival, Regency Revival styles, and also recalls a “strippedneoclassicism” associated with many public and private buildings designed in the pre-war decade.

As did Honnold, in subsequent decades Russell produced high Modern designs. A glass and redwoodpost-and-beam house Russell designed in Pasadena in 1960 was featured in the iconic Ar/s and-Irchiteautre magazine in October 1960. The L-shaped, flat-roofed house is partially cantilevered above

its hilly site. Notably, and as observed of the subject property, Russell employed conmion brick forpayers, hardscape, and walls.

flonnold’s own practice continued to thrive. In addition to his residential work for Hollywood’s elite,primarily characterized by Revival styles, his larger partnerships designed buildings of all types, fromsmall studio sound stages to libraries, schools, banks, and hospitals. However, 1-lonnold “may be bestremembered today for what must have at the time been rather modest commissions, the ‘Googie’ stylerestaurant designs he did during his brief partnership with [famed architect John] Lautner in the late1940’s as well as the much-mourned Tiny Naylor’s Drive-In that he designed with partner Rex in 1950[demolished, it stood at the corner of Sunset Boulevard and La Brea Avenues.]”8

1-lonnold’s later work includes the William Morris office building, 1955, the Piness Medical Building,

‘Los Angeles Times, March 28, 1989.‘Vaught, Ibid.

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Beverly Hifis, 1955, and the much-praised Linder Plaza, Los Angeles, 1974, a designated Historic-

Cultural Monument of the City of Los Angeles. A president of the American Institute of Architects,Southern California Chapter QUA 5CC), in 1956, Honnold earned an Honor Award in 1947 for theEmbassy and Beverly Hills Club, 1947. The Sunset-Vine Tower, 1964, a 22-story tall International Stylestructure designed by JIonnold with his long-term partner John Rex, earned many awards fromorganizations including the ALA SCC; the City of Los Angeles; and the American Institute of SteelConstruction. Honnold and Rex were the construction architects for the Los Angeles Hall of Records,1962, designed by Richard Neutra and Robert Alexander as Neutra and Alexander.

He was also well-respected as a teacher. Honnold’s tenures included the Art Center College of Design,Pasadena, CA, from 1948-1949; he served as a visiting critic at Berkley and the University of SouthernCalifornia, Los Angeles, CA, from 1953 to 1961.

following is a summary of the building history and context history sections of the prior historyassessment reports. These narratives have been arranged as a chronological timeline thatifiustrates the social history by use of City Directory records research in the Beverly Hills PublicLibrary.

3.1.1Chronologic timeine history of site, with Building Permit summary:

Permit History, 1200 Laurel LanePrimary Residential Structure, Accessory Structures, Hardscape, and Key Landscape Components

2 January 1914:Incorporation of the City of Beverly Hills.

20 June 1934, 28 June 1934: Permit No. 12696The rst building permit for the two-story house on 1200 Laurel Lane’s two-acre lot states ownerSamuel Goidwyn’s address solely as “United Artists Studios.” The architect listed is Douglas Honnold;Frank A. Hellenthal was the contractor. The valuation of the work was listed at $41,200.

16 July 1934: Permit No. 12722A second permit in July added $2,000 to the original estimate.

10 October 1934: Permit No. 12863The tennis court soon followed, valued at $6,400. The permit states “reinforced concrete substructure[with] lattice and wire above” with a tallest height of 22 feet. The owner is listed as Mrs. SamuelGoldwyn.

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Exhibiting virtually all original character-defining features, the extant tennis court retains a very highdegree of integrity.

12 December 1934: Permit No. 12978A “tool house” was permitted with a valuation of $250. Brick is exposed on both interior and exteriorsurfaces. This presumably is the small, square brick structure with a bipped roof clad in asphalt shingleslocated at the northwest corner of the property.

Exhibiting virtually all original character-defming features, the extant tool house retains a very highdegree of integrity.

4 August 1975: Permit No.750721A permit issued for t.wo bases for area light standards for the tennis courts was valued at $2,000. Theowner is listed as Samuel Goidwyn and the contractor as J.H. Bryant, Jr.

5 March 1982: Permit No. 820210A permit was issued for the “extension of existing wall” although the location of the wall is notindicated. Drawings on file show this was an addition to the existing perimeter wall, consequent to anaddition of a small site area to the Goldwyn’s property. The Landscape Architect was listed as WarrenWaltz, who documented on the site plan hardscape walkways; these show the extent of what walkwayswere present at the proposed end date of the period of significance. Valued at $5,500, Bruce Campbellis listed as the contractor and the Goldwyns as the owners.

31 May 1985: Permit No. 850776A permit was issued for “solar system for existing swimming pooi.” The Goldwyns are listed as theowners.

19 February 1986: Permit No. 860236Valued at $50,000, a permit issued for “pool house renovation (interior work)” was granted. TheGoidwyns are listed as the owners and the architecture firm listed is Prats/Coffee Inc. Drawings areavailable for this permit which include demolition and new construction plans.

27 March 1986: Permit No. 860441A “gunite spa” (lightweight sprayed-on concrete) valued at $6,000 was permitted.

14 February 1989: Permit No. 89000697A permit was issued for “repaving existing paved areas. Remove asphalt and replace with pavedconcrete.” Mr. & Mrs. Goldwyn are listed as the owners and the architecture firm again is listed asPrats/Coffee Inc.

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4 EXISTING CONDITIONS/ ARCHITECTURAL SUMMARY

Existing Arcbitectwal:Summary and Associated Site Conditions

4J. Summary of Existing Architectural Elements:

Scope of work for this Historic Assessment Report includes accessory structures, sitehardscape and landscape features.

The existing tennis court, tool/guardhouse, and original hardscape are all components thatrepresent original historic fabric of the property and maintain the appearance of the originalconstruction. Likewise, the modifications to the Pool Cabana, many of which can beconsidered reversible, have not compromised its overall original appearance. Thus, theseelements justify consideration for eligibility. It is the recommendation of this HistoricalAssessment Report that alterations to the original 1934 accessory structures and hardscapeconstructed after the original construction and the proposed end of the period of significancein 1982 do not justify consideration for eligibility on their own merit.

By contrast, the landscaping was not permitted and no evidence was found linking MasterArchitect Douglas Honnold or to any landscape architect for the design of the landscape.While not significant, the overall quality and feeling of the property, which includes manyplants and trees popular in the 1930s and c40s, speaks to the same eclectic synthesis and layeringof styles seen in Honnold’s design of the house: “Comfortably Eclectic.”

Of special note is the large eucalyptus tree, already growing when the Goldwyn family begantheir building; it was a tree much favored by Mrs. Goidwyn and it is the recommendation thatthis tree, as well as the Canary pines along Laurel Lane, be retained.

L&L I HA photodocumentation, May 2076; site recordationphotogrebhs; Overall clew of roqffacadefrom the south upperkvet ter7-racefaçade; espatiered tandscapiig atpool wall and repeated detailrfrom primary residence to accessory stnictureL

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4±2 Summary of Existing Accessory Structure Elements:

Refer to attached Inventory.

Existing architectural design and material characteristics of the exterior of the primaryresidence that are related to the accessory structures and hardscape include:

The use of diagonal members as a design motif seen in the wood surround of the latticeelements at entrances. This strategy is apparent throughout the property at many scales,including the exterior decorative wood fencing at the top of the perimeter walls and thediagonal lattice work seen at the south entrance to the library, the open lattice roof shading theeast terrace, and the perimeter fencing details of the tennis court. These are importantcharacter-defining features.

The use of roundels, rendered both in wood and in precast concrete form. These can be seenornamenting the exterior of the house; on both west and east elevations of thetool/guardhouse as circular windows; and on the pool cabana.

Spherical ornamental features at the roof lines capping architectural terminations.

Simple plaster or wood trim detailing at the roof eaves, projecting faux roof brackets; projectedwindow trim surrounds, and round columns flanking recessed entrances.

Circular steel or cast iron posts at south porch columns with decorative necking and trim detail.

I.&I HA photodocumentation, May 2016; rite recordationpboto,graph; Detail clew Qf eastfaçade Toot Houre. Note remnantof site watt at lefi ride of House.

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L&L I HA photodocumentauon, May 2016; flte recordationphotoraph; L ii niew of cast concrete site containment wallsand associated stainvays, eastfathg terraced slope, view south. The brick bordered walkway dates post-1982 period of stgizjflcance.

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L&L I HA photodocumentation, Maj 2OI6 site recordationphotoraph; view of Gotdnyn’sfavonte Euca,tus tree.Circumfirence is measured at over 79feet at the bare.

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.5 Preliminary Conclusions and Recommendations:

It is asserted that the later alterations to the accessory structures have no impact on historicalsignificance and eligibility. The original construction of the house and garage structure werepermit No. 12696, dated 20 June 1934. There is a permit issued for unspecified addedvaluations to the original permit. We believe the $2,000 added valuation stated in permit No.12722 dated 16 July 1934 is associated with the Pool Cabana.

The site accessory structures derive many construction details and ornamentation from themain residence. These range from the board-formed concrete foundation walls to the finialsshown in the Honnold architectural drawing set, still extant at the Pool Cabana structure. ThisAssessment Report contends that this collection of Accessory Structures represents a complexof designs by Master Architect Douglas Honnold. These retain sufficient integrity to warranteligibility for landmark designation.

For the purposes of this Historical Assessment Report a period of significance for the sitehardscape and accessory structures continues from the date of the original design andconstruction of 1934 through 1982. The latter date reflects a landscape and hardscapemodification at the west motor courtyards. This analysis has been incorporated into this Reportwhich finds these elements definable as “Non-Contributors” to the significance of the originalconstruction.

None of the multiple later modifications after 1982 have an architect or a landscape architectidentified who is an individual defined by the City of Beverly Hills as a “Master” on the currentlist. None of these later alterations or additions are considered to have gained significance ontheir own merit.

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L&L I HA photodocumentation, May 2016 site recordationphotoraph; Oaerall view of north Pool CabaNa exteiiorfaçade;notefeaturespresent that are repeated on the prima,y residence: spherical ornaments, sloped roof and louveredpenthouse with a spirefiniat and a roundet above a window opening.

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Character-defining Features and Preliminary Recommendations:

Design detailing of the exterior, and especially at the primary interior spaces represents anabove-average stylistic sophistication typical of the work of master architect Douglas Honnold.This sophistication is also present in the site accessory structures, which all bear a relationshipto and continuity with the character-defining features and details that Honnold employed forthe primary residence.

Some character-defining features also represent a method of construction. These includeboard-formed concrete foundations and footings, wood wall and floor structural framing,cement plaster medium sand finish stucco exterior wall surfacing, precast concrete and shapedwood features and low-profile roofs were repeated throughout the construction of differentfeatures on the site.

Character-defining features that embody the design and detailing prowess of Douglas Honnoldand George Vernon Russell are evident in the set of construction drawings for the primaryresidence that hears Honnold’s name. Many decorative features detailed on the drawings for theresidence are repeated in concept or detailing strategy of the different accessory structures andsite hardscape features on the property. These include wood trellises with diagonal lath strips,decorative fencing crowning exterior perimeter site walls, roundels and sweeping pitched rooffeatures with finials.

It is asserted that the later alterations or additions to the accessory structures and various siteconstructions do not represent a loss of integrity in material or detail that could be defined asirreversible.

Character-defining features are essential for the conveyance of original material integrity andsignificance of the property’s architectural detail. Summarizing the thematic types of repairs,rehabilitations, restoration and reconstruction necessary for maintaining material integrity arethese following examples:

Reconstruction:It is recommended that the original decorative wood fencing that is no longer extant at the topof the southwest courtyard wall be reconstructed, using the remaining perimeter site wall fordocumentation of material size, spacing and detail.

Restoration:

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It is recommended that the later metal replacement windows at the Pool Cabana structure(north and west elevations) be replaced with similar ftmncdoning wood windows present in theprimary residence. The existing windows do not match the eight-over-eight double hungoperating designs shown in the 1985 permit set.

Rehabilitation:It is recommended that deteriorated wood decorative elements be repaired and restored to theiroriginal profile and detail, including lattice panels, wooden finials, round columns and windowframing and paneling.

further Primary Recommendations for architectural features are presented in section 5.2.

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exteriorfacade; notefraturespresent that are repeated on theprima.’y residence: oz’eraltyminetiji, tripartite solid! void! solidorganization of bui/din volumes recessed entranceporchftature, and lattice panels.

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L&L I HA photodocumentation, May 207(5, site recordationphoto,graph of Tennis Court niewin,g enclosure. Detail views ofinte,iorface of eastfaçade screen wall and measured detail of geidded screen intersection at opening.

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5 CONCLUSIONS & PRIMARY RECOMMENDATIONS

Evaluation of histoncal resoutce and proposed new constructiot

‘ Li Summary of a recommended approach

Historical Assessment and Conclusion Summary:

As stated throughout this Historic Assessment Report and particularly in Section 4, thehardscape and accessory structures to the residential structure have a history of additions andalterations. These are primarily to the site landscaping design altogether. Based on Sanborn FireInsurance Map documentation, there have been limited alterations to the site context since the1934-1935 dates of original primary construction.

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.2 Recommendations:

As previously referenced in this Historic Assessment Report, the preponderance of evidence isthat the 1200 Laurel Lane residence has a generally intact design character due primarily to theunusually low turnover of occupants (two families total in nearly a century.) However theindividual significance as an example of the work of a City of Beverly Hills-defined “MasterArchitect”- Douglas Honnold - is open to some interpretation as to the extent of hisinvolvement beyond the original 1934 design, related to subsequent site and accessory structureconstruction.

In our review of the site hardscape, landscape, and accessory structures, the followingassessments of compatibility and related significance are offered:

The Pool Cabana is believed to represent the added $2,000 valuation cost stated on the secondbuilding permit. This valuation suggests that the extent of work was not incidental, but notextensive either. Based on Sanborn Map information dating from approximately 1950, the PoolCabana structure was at that time not very different from that existing at present. A “plunge”swimming pool (as noted on the Sanborn Map) stepped down the south hillside with the use oftwelve-inch thick concrete site containment walls is associated with the cabana that frames thewestern edge. These concrete walls, much as the similar concrete site walls to the east thatterrace the hillside down to the tennis court and viewing platform (or stage) structure, act asorganizers of the sloping site. Based on the permit dates and material character of thestructures, this Report finds that these structures retain sufficient integrity and characterassociated with the stylistic provenance of the work of Douglas Honnold as employed at themain residential structure.

Brick site boundary walls along Laurel Lane at the highest elevation of the site, at timescrowned with a wooden frame fence structure, form the framework for the approach to themain residence. Along with the small Tool House with its own permit, these structures equallyconvey the design vocabulary that Douglas Honnold used at the main residence. Along with thephotographic evidence and physical appearance of the brick face, it is clear that these site wallswere originally painted. A similar light color existing at the main and accessory structures seemslikely given the record of historic photographs. These original walls were later sandblasted.

Based on permit dates and material character of the structures, this Report finds thesesite structures overall retain sufficient integrity and character associated with thestylistic provenance of the work of Douglas Honnold.

Based on available evidence and City of Beverly Hills Preservation Ordinance criteria thiscomplex of structures appears eligible to warrant individual Landmark designation.

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RECOMMENDATIONS:

In review of the proposed work of the current protect, referencing the Christine London Ltd.set dated 15 April 2016 prepared for Leo Realty; the following assessments of significance andrecommendations are offered:

1. Repaint the brick site walls at the street boundary wall and motor courtyards. Similarly,where brick site walls were built after the 1934-1982 period of significance and have not beenpainted, do not paint these site walls.

2. Reconstruct the wooden fencing along the top of the southern brick site wall whereevidence of previous construction exists. This evidence - including a remaining terminationpost at the western site wall - clearly shows a confluence of the original design.

3. Repair the original wooden fencing remaining at the top of the brick site wall along LaurelLane. The intermediate vertical posts that now are wooden dowels do not match the originaldrawings and material evidence observed at the site, and should be replaced to match theoriginal design. Remove the temporary construction fencing and patch affected materials.

4. At the Pool Cabana structure, two round columns - most probably wood - are noted onthe 1985 permit drawings as “to be removed.” This removal accommodated the enclosure ofthe originally open central pavilion. These columns bear a clear precedent relationship at thewest facing entrance to the main residence, where two round columns with elaboratelydecorated capitals flank a recessed portico. Without necessarily affecting the later sliding doorand sidelight enclosure of the Pool Cabana’s entrance, it is recommended that these character-defining column features be reconstructed. Limit proposed work on the structure that alters thecurrent and original façade materials.

5. Similarly to the Pool Cabana, the Tennis Court Viewing Structure with a raised platform atthe east side of the tennis court has a solid-void-solid tripartite design, whose central section isa Honnold-designed open frame with an elaborate wood detail. It is recommended to retain thisframework without altering it; to address privacy concerns a reversible translucent screen couldbe added beyond the original façade.

6. A current site design shows a separate new changing room! shower! toilet room structurelocated approximately mid-court at the southern court’s east façade. This is not a recommendedapproach. If still a program requirement, it is recommended to follow an earlier site designwhere this function is added to the existing storage room at the southern side of the Viewing

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Structure. The existing southern storage area door would presumably be maintained and reusedas the entrance, allowing access to the facilities beyond and limiting the impact of the addedprogram on-site. While this location would alter some of this structure’s symmetry,constructing an entirely new structure at the mid-court location would be Out of character withtennis court design in general and this site context in particular.

7. Remnants of metal rod inserts projecting from the top of a lower terrace wall are evident.This is a terrace near where a proposed fireplace feature is to be located. A wooden base platethat likely supported a treffis or covering of some design is assumed to have been present.Either the inserts should be cut below the finish surface and removed, with a patching repair ofthe concrete, or a compatible design be created for this feature.

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A APPENDICES

Al Research and Existing conditions details, L&L photographsA2 Research & References citedA3 Author’s qualifications.

Photographs; Existing conditions and details, L&LAl Researchphotographs

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L&L I HA photodocumentation, Maj site recordationphoto&raph: detail view of exterior westprima,) streetfafade siteenclosure inn/i These wa//s are 13” thick, a tnpie nythe construction.At the ri,ghl is the oi7ginai wall whichfirms the Thai House westfafade, with a circeetar windon4 The brick coursiq isfive rows ofrunnins bond with one row of a header! stretcher course. This is consistent with the onginal brickwork on site.At the kft is the 1982 permitted addition of a site wall tofront an addition to the proper. This inn//is comprised entire5i of riwnin8bond brickwork. The quarter-circle step down to the onginai site wall is also not in keepin8 with the destgii or the qua1iy of onginalrnason detailing.

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wall composed of tnbk-w4ythe brick courses, plastered andpainted to resemble concrete. Dama8efrom tree roots is euideni

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L&L I hA photodocumentation, Maj 2016;Landscape research photo,graph; Exterior detail of latticed trellis screen atprima.’y residence structure southfaçade. Note the ipearand sphericatfinialr that are repeated decoratice trims at accessoey structurei The walkwqy kadin,gfrom this entrance ahgns with theeastern entrance stairs to the pood behind this vienpoint.

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L&L HA photodocumentation, May 2. 5; site recordationphotqgraphr, vuiews of existbg brick masoney conditions:At the left is the south entrance Late post with aprecastfiniai The remnant of a woodpostfrom thefinthig oninatLy along the top of

the brick site wa//is visibk to the lower lçft Indications of the horiontatframing is noticeaWeAr the nght is np/an view of the orginat entrance steps at the service / kitchen porch west elevation entrance. The oninal brickpavng is at the nght side; the mason,) unit colo, niep edging detail and mortarpointing color is sioticeab/y dfferentfrom the laterbrick steps at the l[t side. Note afro the tack of craftsmanship in the added brick step, inhere there is ito mortarjoint at the intersectionof new and old brick.

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A2 Research & References cited

A.2.1 Background Research:• Statement of Significance

A.2.2 Agency Resources:• Beverly Hills Public library;

City of Beverly Hills Records and Archives;• City of Beverly Hills Planning Division;• L&L, overall site context reconnaissance and photography May 2016.

A.2.3 Internet Sources:City of Beverly Hills Website;Los Angeles Public library maps and photo collection;

• Pacific Coast Architecture Database;• University of California Los Angeles Photo Collection;a Google images.

A.2.4 Reference Sources:

• National Park Service, Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for the Treatment of HistoricProperties with Guidelines for Preserving. Rehabilitating. Restoring. and ReconstructingHistoric Buildings (37 CfR 68.)

• CEQA Section 5020.1 of the California Public Resource Code.• CEQA Guidelines Section 15064.5 of the California Public Resource Code.

CEQA Section 21084.1 of the California Public Resource Code.a State of California State Historical Building Code.

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A3 Author’s qualifications:

LAMPRECHT:barbara Iamprecht, m.arch., ph.d.

modern resources research and restoration

550 jackson St. pasadena ca 91104.3621bmlamprechtgrnail.combarbara lam p tech t .com626.264.7600

EDUCATIONBucknell University, Bachelor of Architecture.California Polytechnic University, Master of ArchitectureUniversity of Liverpool, Ph.D., Architecture

Qualified Architectural Historian per National Park Service,Code of Federal Regulations, 36 CFR Part 61.Approved architectural historian, City of Beverly Hills

CV available upon request.

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LOUDEN:

George Taylor Louden AlA Historical Architectural Consulting

Culver City, Californiae: taylorhistoncalarchftectcommobile: 310 874 8783

EDUCATIONColumbia University, Master of Architecture, 1980University of Virginia, Bachelor of Science in Architecture, 1976Polytechnic of Central London, Diploma Program, 1975

REGISTRATIONSLicensed Architect in California 1992 and New York 1982

Independent Historical Architectural Consulting Practice, GTL I HA, Los Angeles, CA

Principal, Sole Practitioner, Project Manager and Historic Preservation Specialist, 2004 to present

Partial list of Preservation Offices, City of Los Angeles Planning Department;Approved Historical Architect Consultant, City of Beverly HillsBoard Chair and two-term Architect representative for the City of Los Angeles Planning Department, Miracle Mile North HistoricPreservation Overlay Zone Design Review Board

RECOGNITIONSPreservation Design Award, LA Conservancy 2001 (Doheny Library), 2004 fOld Administration Building)

National Trust for Historic Preservation, Stanford University Projects Recognition 2001 (Encina Hall)

Historic PreservaUon Award, The Old Riverside Foundation for Historic Preservation, 2010 (Rouse/ Culver Center)

Certificate of Recognition, City of Los Angeles, commended individually for dedicated service in historic preservation efforts of thecommunity, 2010.

Complete CV available upon request.

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ACCESSORY STRUCTURES: TENNIS COURT, TOOL HOUSE, POOL CABANA

GOLDWYN ON THECOURTTENNIS COURT WITHCHAMPION FRANKSHIELDS, “WHOM GOLDWYNHOPED TO TURN INTO AMOVIE STAR. ‘TENNISYOU KNOW,’ GOLDYNWOULD YELL AT HIM.‘PRACTICE ACTING!’” A.SCOTT BERG, GOLDWYN, ABIOGRAPHY. CAMERAFACING NORTH.

Permitted on October 10, 1934, the prominent tennis court was the first accessory structure to beconstructed, underscoring Samuel Goidwyn’s lifelong practice of tennis and physical fitness. With itsgenerous space around the official playing surface and the stepped openings linking the players to their lushsetting and surroundings, the collective feeling of largesse makes it a rare example of a deluxe tennis court ofthe 1930s. The tennis court exhibits an exceptional high level of integrity.

Period of Significance, Tennis Court 1934

Tennis Court Materials:reinforced concreteboard-formed concretewood horizontal sheathingwood articulated entablaturechain link fencing

Accessory Structure: Tennis Court

Summary

TENNIS COURT, CAMERAFACING NORTH.

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TENNIS COURT, VIEWINGPLATFORM, MIDDLE BAY, DETAIL,CAMERA FACING EAST.

TENNIS COURT, VIEWINGPLATFORM, CAMERA FACINGEAST.

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TENNIS COURT,REAR/EASTELEVATION. NOTETHAT DIAGONALLATT ICE WORK WASNOT RESERVED FORPRIMARY (THOSEVISIBLE FROM THEHOUSE) VIEWSALONE. CAMERAFACING SOUTH.

TENNIS COURT,NORTH ELEVATION.STEP-DOWN OFBOARD-FORMEDCONCRETE FOLLOWSSLOPE OF HILL.

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Significant Extant Character-Defining Spaces and Features

a. The viewing platform on the east side of the tennis court is an important characterdefining feature. Located on the west side of the concrete tennis court and accessed bythree broad concrete steps, this open west-facing construction is designed as a recessed,roofed three-sided bay whose central section features an open wood lattice in anorthogonal design. This middle projecting bay is flanked on each side by an opaquesection of horizontally oriented wood sheathing in “dropped simple bevel” styleapproximately 10” tall.’ Each angled bay features a solid-core wood door punctuated bya roundel decorated with open-fret lattice; the brass hardware to each door is original. Ofnote in the middle bay is the pattern of the lattice work: a small, ½” wood roundedsquare is located at the intersections of the lengths of rounded wood that are in turnseparated by flanking rectangular wood strips.

b. The large wood entablature surmounting the board-formed concrete surroundfeatures a crisply articulated surface whose cornice projects 8 inches. Below theentablature, a horizontally oriented section of diagonal lattice, formed of wood strips 1¼’ x 3/8”, circumnavigates the entire tennis court except for the viewing platform.

c. The stepped profile of the concrete follows the downward slope of the steep bill.While the concrete wall on the west side of the slope functions as a retaining wall, thenorth and south elevations are largely open, in-filled with chain-link mesh.

d. A pair of 5 ‘/“ x 5” posts separated by an approximately 12” wide vertical section ofdiagonal lattice work supports the entablature and its adjacent lattice work. The regularlyspaced pairs are mounted on a short concrete curb or to the board-formed concrete.

ModificationsNone observed.

Recommendations

Repair lattice work as needed.

A modification of the original tennis court is not recommended.

The addition of a separate bath pavilion, compromising the striking sheltered viewing station on theeast, or enclosing the east side of the open window in a manner that makes it opaque or a solid wall,is not recommended. To gain a shower/changing room(s), one alternative which might beconsidered is to expand the existing storage area(s) on either side of the viewing station, thuspreserving this elevation.

Permanently enclosing the tennis court’s open chain-link fencing, is not recommended. However,privacy is a project objective. Therefore, it is recommended that any alteration is reversible.

‘Lee and Virginia McAllaster, A Field Guide toAmerican Houses (New York: Albert A. Knopf, 1998), 41.

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TOOL HOUSE. ROUNDREL,EAST ELEVATION. CAMERAFACING WEST.

SummaryAnchoring the northwest corner of the property, the tool house was permitted on December 12, 1934, soonafter the tennis court construction began. It is likely that the sturdy little building has been used variously asa guardhouse, a tool shed, or for storage. The square structure has an asphalt shingle, low-slope hipped roof.A single row of soldier bricks slightly project at the roof line, surmounted by a narrow ribbon of wood. Thewall brick is characterized by common running bond with headers every 10 courses. Its only door, possiblyoriginal, faces south; its frame is original.

Of note is a curious interior detail. Each interior corner is stiffened by a triangular, full height section ofconcrete connected to a concrete header running the perimeter of the room. The header is 11” tall exceptabove the door, where it is 8”. A low brick planter terminates at the door on the west. The structureexhibits a very high degree of integrity.

Period of Significance, Tool House: 1934

ModificationsNone observed.

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TOOL HOUSE. SOUTHELEVATION, CAMERAFACING NORTH.

TOOL HOUSE. EASTELEVATION. NOTEEVIDENCE OF WHITEPAINTED WALL AT LEFT(SOUTH) AND POSSIBLELAUNDRY LINE, RIGHT.CAMERA FACING WEST.

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Materialsasphalt shingle roofbrickmortar

Principal Character-Defining Features

a. Brick running bond courses in groups of ten alternate with a single row of headers, a variation onthe pattern seen in the original perimeter walls, which has five common running bond coursesalternating with a course of headers.

b. The east and wall walls are each punctured by a wood-and-glass roundel 12” in diameter, locateddirectly opposite one another. These are the interior’s only windows. The roundels are wheels ofrounded wood sections with articulated cross pieces, dividing the circle into equal quadrants thatmeet in a small round piece at the center. A soldier course of brick surrounds the openings. Theseroundels and the use of the “X” in various forms are a consistent motif throughout the house andother accessory structures.

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CABANA, EASTELEVATION.CAMERA FACINGWEST.

While no permit could be obtained in the City of Beverly Hills records, several features of the cabana linkthe structure to Honnold’s authorship and to the original period of construction. While it retains integrity,continuing to convey its historic significance, the cabana was heavily modified in 1986. The changesconverted what had been an airy outdoor space flanked by women’s and men’s changing rooms into anenclosed guest house. Some of these alterations are easily reversible. Others are not.

In massing, the east-facing structure is an asymmetric assembly of three rectangular volumes of differentsizes, with the largest and tallest volume in the middle, Poised on a small ravine falling off to the west, thebuilding is supported at the rear by board-formed concrete approximately one story high. At this lower level,a storage area is carved out of the bill. This area is accessed by two flights of stairs: one is a straight run ofconcrete steps from the north, presumably for service. The other, more formal staircase wraps around thebuilding from the façade and is constructed of brick with a concrete stair wall. The upper (ground plane)story is stucco-and-frame construction. At some point, the walls were texture-coated and an elastometicpaint applied, obscuring the stucco’s original heavy sand finish of the stucco.

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Description and SummaryDown the slope from the house and not readily seen, the little cabana commands the pool quadrangle,defined as the cabana on the west, the pooi deck, and the low concrete wall, now covered in old-growthcreeping fig. Collectively, the elements embody a symmetrical Classical composition.

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The hipped roof sweeps up to an articulated square pier of angled wood slats (presumably for venting theattic), surmounted by a projecting wood cornice topped by a slender spire.

The principal façade includes the middle projecting volume, flanked by brick on either side that supports adiagonal lattice pergola with doubled posts similar to those present on the perimeter wall along Laurel Lane.A large sliding wood-framed glass door unit provides access to the interior. Originally, this was just a wideopening to this otherwise sheltered space; air circulation was facilitated by an open stucco vent on the backwall. On the recessed volume to the north, there is a pair of French doors; on the volume to the south, thereis a single-leaf door. These door units are of poor craftsmanship. The north elevation contains onealuminum-framed window unit, as does the west elevation.

The rear elevation also features an important feature akin to those seen at the house. These are the originalcurvilinear shutter stays and hinges, remaining long after the shutters were removed and the originalwindows were closed in. The cabana retains integrity.

Significant Extant Character-Defining Features

a. The roof’s flamboyant shape similar to those seen in German Baroque churches, articulated pier,and ornamented spire.

b. Precast concrete roundels 16” in diameter, similar to those ornamenting the façade of the house.

c. The four finials at each corner of the roof virtually identical to those seen on the parapets andbalconies of the house.

d. The brick type and pattern inside the central volume (described in the “Brick and HardscapeInventory”).

e. The original medium-to-heavy stucco sand finish, the same texture as present on the house.

f. The metal shutter stays (rear elevation), identical to those at the house.

g. The running bond brick pattern of the stairs wrapping the structure, identical to Type D describedin the “Brick and Hardscape Inventory.”

Modifications

Per the November 2, 1985 drawings and site observation:the two columns, 12” in diameter, flanking the original wide central opening were removed.six windows were in-filled and four doors were removed.new doors, described above, were installedthe existing pergola on the north of the central volume, supported by eight columns, was removed

and a new pergola of 12 posts (six pairs of two posts, 4” x 4”) was installed.a new pergola of 12 posts (an additional six pairs of two posts, 4” x 4”) was installed on the south

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posts seen on the extant perimeter wall for the new pergolas, 1-lonnold’s posts were 4” x 6,”not 4” x 4”.

• new brick in a basket weave pattern extended the terrace.• the stucco’s original heavy sand finish was obscured by the application of texture coating followed

by elastomeric paint. The interior of the central volume, also originally stucco and probablywith the same heavy sand finish, was drywalled. (The interior’s original stucco finish,mimicking the exterior, underscored its role as outdoor space.)

Recommendations

While restoring the original distribution of fenestration on the principal exterior and with ahigher level of craftsmanship would be exemplary, the 1986 alterations constitute an existingcondition. Additionally, this is a secondary, accessory, structure that is difficult to see from thehouse and never seen by the public. Thus, the Recommendation is to maintain the existingprincipal façade with no further modifications that would compromise its integrity further.

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SHUTTER STAYS ON HOUSE, LEFT, AND ON CABANA, RIGHT (REAR ELEVATION.)

SOUTH END OF FAçADE,CABANA. NOTE DOUBLEPOSTS AND DISPARITYBETWEEN NEW ANDORIGINAL BRICK.CAMERAFACING SOUTHWEST.

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LAN DSCAPE INVENTORY and RECOMMENDATIONS

SummaryIn addition to the research methodology already introduced, a site survey was conducted 19 May 2016 withthe Landscape Architect to review the possible ages of major landscape elements. The majority of plantingswere observed to have been planted within the Period of Significance, 1934 — 1982. Notably, much of theoriginal and later plantings, especially fast-growing trees, appear to have been introduced at the property’sborders to increase privacy.

The property’s extant landscape exhibits an incremental, informal, eclectic approach to plantings that wereintroduced over decades. The plant and tree selection, whether original to the construction of the house orlater, supports 1200 Laurel Lane’s overall association with the 1930s. However, there is no LandscapeArchitect of record at that time and no evidence that Master Architect Douglas Honnold prepared anyplanting schemes. The one plan pertaining to landscape in the City of Beverly Hills records was for theextension of the north perimeter wall under Landscape Architect Walter Waltz, Permit No. 820210 datedMarch 5, 1982, which did not address any other part of the property or introduce any planting schemes.’

LANDSCAPE AT POOL. CAMERA FACING EAST.

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LANDSCAPE INVENTORY and RECOMMENDATIONS

Additionally, various texts on the Goldwyns call attention to the role of Frances Goidwyn, Samuel’s wife.Mrs. Goidwyn oversaw the construction of the house, sometimes employing her husband’s set designersand builders from various movie productions, developing the property as she could, given the house wasconstructed in the heart of the Great Depression.2 It is reasonable to assume that she did the same for thelandscape, adding elements as funds and labor were available.

Given this context, the landscape alone does not appear to meet the criteria for landmarkdesignation pursuant to Article 32, Section 10-3-3212. Nonetheless, the existing landscape constitutesmuch of the property’s “setting,” one of the National Park Service’s seven aspects of integrity to evaluate aproperty for historic significance; a historical resource must retain integrity to convey its significance.“Setting” is defined as “the physical environment of a historic property that illustrates the character of aplace.”

The property does retain integrity of setting as presented in the following analysis:

Notably, the important spatial layout of the setting, so dependent on the steep slope which permittedextensive interventions of fiat planes at various levels, is virtually unchanged since 1934. These various“zones” include:

• The tennis court at the base on the property on the west;The pooi quadrangle on the south;The curved sitting area sited midway down the slope on the east;

• The lawn extending from the south terrace.The sloping bill to the east of the house, acting as an intermediary among levels.Reminiscent of Mediterranean bill treatments, the stepped terraces linking the upper and lower

portions of the site on the east and west, and the tennis court and curved sitting area on the northand the south, respectively.

Likewise, some of the original plantings and trees or plants compatible with the Period ofSignificance and part of the Setting are extant. These include:

• Four Australian Willows (Ge/eraparvjflora) in front of the primary elevations of the house (the eastand south facades. They are approximately 30 to 40 years old. As can be seen from thehistoric photo of the house, in their diaphanous canopy these mature trees are very similar tothe young trees planted in 1934.

information could be obtained about him save for one landscape he designed for a small house with amodest budget designed by Richard Neutra (the Halley House, Los Angeles, 1958) and developed byspeculative builders.2A Scott Berg, Goldwyn, A Biography (New York: Alfred A. Knopf, 1989), 226.


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WILLOWS. CAMERA FACINGSOUTH.

SOUTH LAWN. CAMERA FACTSOUTH.

The wisteria obscuring the handsome architectural details of the primary facades. It isapproximately 30 to 50 years old. While not original to the period of construction, the vine istypical of plantings within the Period of Significance.

The south terrace’s expansive lawn, terminated by a broad planting bed of roses and lavender andanchored on the east and west by a mature California sycamore Platanus racernose.) Theclimbing roses ornamenting the pairs of metal columns on this terrace, (Rosa banksia ‘4tba,”appear to be 40 to 50 years old and may well have been replacements for the original.


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ROSES AND LAVENDER, ATSOUTH END OF LAWN; POOLCABANA BEYOND. CAMERAFACING SOUTHWEST.

Other mature plants present and typical of the Period of Significance include two Magiiotia,grandjflora (west of the house), (Pittoiporzim tobira (near the upper lawn), Pittoiporum ;mdutaturm(near tennis courts and mixed with other trees), variants of Ficus such as Ficus repens and Ficuspulima (seen along the concrete wall terminating the lower east end of the pool deck. Thisvery “private garden” is a masterful display of an espaliered Magnolia tree set against theficusputima, the tree growing well above the wall to further reinforce the privacy of thepool’s quadrangle along its north end.

The fast-growing Canary Island pine trees (Pintis canariensii), a tree symbolic of Beverly Hills; thespecies introduces the northern entrance to the City as a dramatic allée of trees seen onnearby at the north end of Goldwater Canyon Avenue nearby.

The pool quadrangle below this lawn is framed by the original orthogonal concrete wall, nowcovered with a dense growth of creeping fig (ficus nitida), which is probably originalor a replanting of the original plant.

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CANARY ISLAND PINE TREESFLANKING ENTRANCE. CAMERAFACING NORTHWEST.

ESPALIERED MAGNOLIA ANDFICUS COVERING CONCRETE WALLPOOL CAMERA FACING WEST.


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CITRUS TREES BORDERING “ORCIAREA LAWN”; BLACK ACACIASBEHIND THEM. CAMERA FACINGNORTHEAST.

Between the east terrace and the terraced levels of walls and paths stepping down the east slope ofthe property, a field of Algerian Ivy (Hedera ageriensis) is dotted with honeysuckle andblackberry bushes. The ivy may have replaced a lawn at some unknown date, based on thebook excerpt, below, but has been an established ground cover for decades.

The two Black Acacias (Acacici rne/anoxjiton) at the eastern edge of the tennis courts.

Two mature fruit trees, probably original, are located at the north end of the central walkwaybetween the curved searing area and the tennis court. A fig tree flanks the (salt-finishedconcrete) walk-way on the east, an apricot tree on the west.

The large Euca/yptiis (probably gb bus or cladoca/yx) tree midway down the slope east of the house.The bottom half of the tree, whose circumference is 19’-6”, is now covered with ivy.

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A rare description of the property in the 1930s notes this eucalyptus tree, as well as a “cypress alley” of treesnear the tennis court:

“A lawn rolled to a large swimming pool and a pooi house, not visible from the mainhouse. Below that, paths wove past a freshly planted cypress alley to a tennis court.Alone in the back stood a huge eucalyptus tree, with which Frances [Mrs. SamuelGoidwyn] felt some kinship. Whenever her husband trampled on her feelings, shefound comfort just in staring at the noble tree; ‘my proud lion,’ she called it.””

EUCALYPTUS TREE, EAST SLOPECAMERA FACING SOUTHWEST.

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The cypress allée no longer exists. There is no photographic evidence of where it existed. The tree,however, which preceded the construction of the house, appears to be in sound health.

Recommendations

While not significant, the setting with reference to the landscape is largely unchanged. The City of BeverlyHills, Section 10-3-3219/4b and 4g states that administrative review applies to:

b. hi-kind replacement ofhistorica//yfath/fth/ built ot cultivated site or landscape fi’atures that are deterioratedor damaged beyond repair, or wereprcvious/y removea’ iucludinggates,Jences, walls, he4ges, peiolas, £atebos,walkmajj andplanting bed.ç

,g. Landscape alterations, or removal or installation of tree andp/alit material ito! specfical/y desgnated orlisted as character definiigfeatures oftheproperi or district;

The Permit Landscape set of drawings, dated 29 April 2016, reinforces the site’s original spatialconfigurations and “zones,” as noted above. These new plans specifies plants such as a grouping ofcutting roses ornamenting one of the stepped terraces and fruit trees in another, arc compatible withthose of the original, which to recall was informal, eclectic, and incremental.

By competing for nutrients, sun, and light, the ivy growing on the large Eucalyptus tree should beremoved or closely pruned and the tree monitored per a licensed arborist’s recommended scheduleof evaluation. Likewise, the ivy present on the east wall of the tennis court may be damaging thathistoric structure. Its impact on the viewing area, particularly, should be evaluated and remedialmeasures taken as necessary.

The City of Beverly Hills Tree Removal Regulations (BHMC 10-3.2900-2906), which includes thetreatment of Heritage, Native, and Urban Groves, shall be carefully followed.

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Cultural Heritage Commission Report and CHC Resolution No. 60 RecommendingLandmark Designation of the property (excluding attachments)

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Cultural Heritage CommissionReport

Meeting Date: January11, 2017

Subject: Preliminary Hearing and Landmark Nomination of the “Samuel GoldwynEstate” at 1200 Laurel Lane for inclusion as a Local Landmark onto theBeverly Hills Register of Historic Properties

Project Applicant: Commission-Initiated

Recommendation: Conduct a Preliminary Hearing and adopt a resolution recommending CityCouncil designate the “Samuel Goldwyn Estate” as a Local Landmark

Attachment(s):1. Director’s Preliminary Evaluation2. Resolution

Report Author and Contact Information:Reina Kapadia, AICP

Associate Planner(310) 285-1129

[email protected]

7200 Laurel Lane, front entiySource: Architectural Digest, June 2075

Cultural Heritage Commission Report1200 Laurel Lane — Landmark Nomination

January11, 2016

REPORT SUMMARYThe “Samuel Goldwyn Estate” at 1200 Laurel Lane has been assessed for eligibility as a LocalLandmark under Beverly Hills Municipal Code (BHMC) Title 10, Chapter 3, Article 32 - HistoricPreservation Ordinance (Ord. 15-0-2682, eff. 7-21-2015). A Historical Assessment Reportprepared on behalf of the property owner (Exhibit A of Attachment 2) provides background onthe property, with a focus on evaluating the hardscape features and accessory structure on theproperty. City staff has peer-reviewed the submitted report, conducted a site visit of theproperty, and drafted findings in support of the property’s landmark eligibility under BHMCSection 10-3-3212 (Landmark Designation Criteria). The resolution in Attachment 2recommends that the City Council designate the “Samuel Goldwyn Estate” as a Landmark andplace it on the Local Register of Historic Properties.

BACKGROUNDThe nearly two-acre estate property is located in the Hillside Area of the City, north of SunsetBoulevard and west of Coldwater Canyon Drive, off of the eastern side of the cul-de-sac onLaurel Lane. A brick perimeter wall topped with decorative woodwork is the only portion of theproperty that is visible from the public right-of-way. Located beyond the property wall is a motorcourt leading to a two-story, 11,000 square-foot main house, terraced grounds with significantlandscape and hardscape features, and numerous accessory structures including a detachedgarage with guesthouse above, swimming pool and pool cabana, tennis court, and tool/guardhouse. The main residence was designed in a formal but restrained interpretation ofNeoclassical Georgian Revival-style by noted Southern California Master Architect DouglasHonnold, FAIA in 1934. The front façade of the main residence features a white painted brickand smooth stucco exterior surface, solid wood paneled entry door surrounded by an ellipticalfanlight with corresponding sidelights. Many of Honnold’s architectural motifs are repeatedthroughout the property, such as patterned brick course work, diagonal wood lattice work,circular roundrel windows, and spherical cast finials. The full list of character-defining featuresof the property is included in Section 7 of the Resolution (Attachment 2).

At its January 11th Meeting, the Cultural Heritage Commission will vote on initiation of landmarkdesignation proceedings on the subject property. Pursuant to the Beverly Hills Municipal Code§10-3-3215 A.3, and in conjunction with the initiation of designation proceedings by the CulturalHeritage Commission, the Director of Community Development has prepared a writtenPreliminary Evaluation that has determined sufficient evidence exists to support a finding that allapplicable requirements for designation as a landmark appear to have been met based on all ofthe supporting facts provided. The Director’s Preliminary Evaluation for the “Samuel GoldwynEstate” at 1200 Laurel Lane finds that the property appears eligible as a local landmark and acopy of the Preliminary Evaluation is included as Attachment 1.

Pursuant to the requirements in BHMC §10-3-3215A, and in conjunction with the completion ofthe Director’s Preliminary Evaluation, the Cultural Heritage Commission shall determine whethersufficient evidence exists to conclude that the subject property satisfies all applicabledesignation criteria and whether the property merits formal consideration for nomination. If,based on this preliminary evaluation and other evidence provided to the Commission, theCommission determines sufficient evidence exists and the property merits consideration, it shallformally consider the landmark nomination and recommend that the City Council designate thesubject property.

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Cultural Heritage Commission Report1200 Laurel Lane — Landmark Nomination

January11, 2016

Staff recommends that the Cultural Heritage Commission initiate and nominate the “SamuelGoldwyn Estate” at 1200 Laurel Lane as a landmark based on long-standing documentation ofthe property’s significance (1985 Beverly Hills Historic Survey), a 2016 Historical AssessmentReport prepared by Lamprecht & Louden, a site visit and observations by staff, and theDirector’s Preliminary Evaluation of the property. A resolution recommending nomination of the“Samuel Goldwyn Estate” at 1200 Laurel Lane as a Local Landmark is presented for theCommission’s consideration in Attachment 2.

ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENTDesignation of the “Samuel Goldwyn Estate” as a local historic landmark was assessed inaccordance with the authority and criteria contained in the California Environmental Quality Act(CEQA), the State CEQA Guidelines, and the environmental regulations of the City. It has beendetermined that designation of the “Samuel Goldwyn Estate” would not have a significantenvironmental impact and is exempt from CEQA pursuant to Sections 15061(b)(3), 15308, and15331 of Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations. It can be seen with certainty that thereis no possibility that the designation of the “Samuel Goldwyn Estate” may have a significanteffect on the environment, as no specific development is authorized by this resolution, and anyfuture development proposed pursuant to this resolution will require separate environmentalanalysis when the details of those proposals are known. Further, designating the “SamuelGoldwyn Estate” is an action of the City to protect and preserve an historic resource.

GENERAL PLAN CONSISTENCYDesignation of the “Samuel Goldwyn Estate” as a local historic landmark is consistent with theobjectives, principles, and standards of the General Plan. General Plan Policy “HP 1 .3 —

Promote National, State, and Local Designation of Historic Resources” encourages theestablishment of programs encouraging the nomination of landmarks.

PUBLIC OUTREACH AND NOTIFICATIONPursuant to the requirements in Beverly Hills Municipal Code Section 10-3-3215, notice of thedate, time, place, and purpose of the preliminary hearing and nomination hearing were providedin writing, by first class, prepaid mail to the property owner (and courtesy notice via email to theowner’s representatives) on December 27, 2016. The property owner’s representatives haveindicated the owners’ support of the landmark designation. As of the publication of this report,no public comment was received regarding the subject project.

NEXT STEPSShould the Cultural Heritage Commission nominate the subject property as a local landmark,staff will forward the nomination to the City Council for final approval in order to formallydesignate the property and list the subject residence on the Local Register of HistoricProperties.

OdellUrban Designer

RESOLUTION NO. CHC 60

A RESOLUTION OF THE CULTURAL HERITAGE COMMISSIONOF THE CITY OF BEVERLY HILLS NOMINATING THE“SAMUEL GOLDWYN ESTATE” AT 1200 LAUREL LANE,

BEVERLY HILLS, FOR INCLUSION ON THE CITY OFBEVERLY HILLS REGISTER OF HISTORIC PROPERTIES

Section 1. Article 32 of Chapter 3 of Title 10 of the Beverly Hills Municipal Code

atithorizes the City Council to designate local landmarks and historic districts and to place

those properties and geographical areas on the City of Beverly Hills Register of Historic

Properties.

Section 2. On January 11, 2017, the Director of Community Development finalized a

Preliminary Evaluation pursuant to Section 10-3-3215A.3. (Preliminary Evaluation) of the Beverly

Hills Municipal Code, finding that the property may be eligible for designation as a landmark based

on available evidence at the time.

Section 3. On January 11, 2017, the Cultural Heritage Commission conducted a

preliminary hearing regarding the property at 1200 Laurel Lane in Beverly Hills, pursuant to

Section 10-3-32 15A.5. (Landmark or Historic District Designation Proceedings; Preliminary

Hearing) of the Beverly Hills Municipal Code, and concluded that the “Samuel Goidwyn Estate”

warranted formal consideration by the Commission for inclusion on the City of Beverly Hills

Register of Historic Properties. Based on the Preliminary Evaluation issued by the Director and

other evidence, the Commission hereby finds that sufficient evidence exists to conclude that the

subject property merits formal consideration for landmark designation, and therefore, concurrently

considered whether to nominate the subject property for local landmark designation.

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Section 4. On January 11, 2017, the Cultural Heritage Commission considered a “Historical

Assessment Report” for the “Samuel Goidwyn Estate” prepared by Lamprecht & Louden

Historical Architectural Services, which is attached hereto as Exhibit A and incorporated herein

by reference, and other evidence provided during the proceedings regarding the potential

nomination for landmark designation.

Section 5. BACKGROUND. The nearly two-acre estate property is located in the

Hillside Area of the City, north of Sunset Boulevard and west of Coldwater Canyon Drive, off of

the eastern side of the cul-de-sac on Laurel Lane. A brick perimeter wall topped with a decorative

fencing treatment is the only portion of the property that is visible from the public right-of-way.

Located beyond the property wall is a motor court leading to a two-story, 11,000 square-foot main

house, terraced grounds with significant landscape and hardscape features, and numerous

accessory structures including a detached garage with guesthouse above, swimming pool and pool

cabana, tennis court, and tool/guard house. The main residence was designed in a formal but

transitional Georgian Revival-style by noted Southern California Master Architect Douglas

Honnold, FAIA in 1934. The front façade of the main residence features a white painted brick and

smooth stucco exterior surface, solid wood paneled entry door surrounded by an elliptical fanlight

with corresponding sidelights framed by a formal columned covered porch element. Many of

Honnold’s architectural motifs are repeated throughout the property, such as subtle classical

architectural detailing, patterned brick course work, framed diagonal wood lattice work, circular

roundrel windows, and spherical cast finials.

Section 6. fINDINGS AND DESCRIPTION Of PARTICULAR ATTRIBUTES

JUSTIFYING LANDMARK DESIGNATION. The Cultural Heritage Commission finds,

pursuant to the City of Beverly Hills Historic Preservation Ordinance, that the estate satisfies the

necessary requirements for designation as a local landmark based on the following:Page 2 of 12

The “Samuel Goldwyn Estate” is eligible under “significance” criterion A. 1. ft Lv at least

forty-five (45) years ofage, or is a property ofenraordinaiy sign(ftcance. The subject property

was built in 1934, thus in 2017 it is 83 years old. Therefore, the property satisfies this criterion.

The “Samuel Goldwyn Estate” is eligible under “significance” criterion A.2. ftpossesses

high artistic or aesthetic value and embodies the distinctive characteristics ofan architectural

type or architectural type, or architectural period The building is an excellent example of a

transitional architectural interpretation of a Georgian Revival-styled estate for Southern

California located in Beverly Hills, which was a popular idiom with film industry executives in

the 1920s and 1930s. The residence exhibits character-defining features associated with the

Georgian Revival transitional subtype, including its formal façade composition, articulated

entry portico, exterior cement-plaster cladding with corner quoining, shed dormer windows, and

wood shutters. The Samuel Goldwyn Estate embodies the distinctive characteristics of the

Georgian Revival style, period, and materials of construction. Therefore, the property satisfies

this criterion.

The “Samuel Goldwyn Estate” is eligible under “significance” criterion AS. ft retains

substantial integrityfrom itsperiod ofsignificance. The property remained under the ownership

of the Goldwyn family and was minimally altered between its original conshiiction in 1934 and

1982, which is its period of significance. Some alterations to the property beginning in 1982 are

non-contributing, but do not compromise the property’s significance; it retains all seven aspects

of integrity (location, design, setting, material, wo&mantp, and association). Recent

alterations have been reviewed and approved for conformance with the Secretary ofthe Interior’s

Standards for Rehabilitation of Historic Properties. Therefore, the property satisfies this

criterion.

The “Samuel Goldwyn Estate” is eligible under “significance” criterion k4. ft hasPag3 of 12

continued historic value to the connnuniiy such that its designation as a landmark is reasonable

and necessary to promote andfitrther the pztrposes of this article. The Samuel Goidwyn Estate

has continued historic value in Beverly Hills as an exemplary property for its size and site design,

association with the growth of the film industry and a nationally recognizable industry pioneer,

and as an intact, refined example of a period-revival style by a noted Master Architect in Beverly

Hills. With the property owner’s support, designation of the property is a reasonable and

necessary action to promote preservation in the community. Therefore, the property satisfies this

criterion.

The “Samuel Goldwyn Estate” is eligible under “significance” criterion B.2. It is an

exceptional work by a Master Architect. The property is a 1930’s transitional revival-style of

architecture designed by noted Southern California architect Douglas Honnold, FAIA, who is

included on the City’s List of Master Architects, in conjunction with noted Hollywood set

designer George Vernon Russell and landscape architect Tommy Tomson. The design of the

grounds is attributed to Tomson, who was not formally educated in the discipline of landscape

architecture but served as a protégé of master landscape architect Paul G. Thiene, in Beverly

Hills at Greystone Mansion. Tomson was considered one of the most successful and prolific

landscape designers in Depression-era Southern California; his most recognizable commissions

included Santa Anita Race Track, Union Station, and the Park La Brea apartment community.

Tomson’s involvement on the design of many private estates of prominent Angelenos, such as

Mr. Goldwyn, represented a shift in the development of large estate properties towards the

practice of employing formal landscape architects. The Laurel Lane property is discussed and

photographed in Star, Mogitts, Magnates: The Mansions of Beverly Hills by Michael Regan,

The Search for Sam Goldwyn by Carol Easton, Playland by John Gregory Dunne, Goldwyn: A

Biography by A. Scott Berg, and “The Jews in America, A Trilogy” by Stephen Birmingham.Page4oflZ

Therefore, the property qualifies as an “exceptional work” and satisfies this criterion.

The “Samuel Goidwyn Estate” is eligible under “significance’ criterion B.3. It is an

exceptional work that was owned and occupied by a person ofgreat importance, and was directly

connected to a momentous event in the person’s endeavors or the history of the nation. For

pttrposes of subsection 33, personal events such as birth, death, marriage, social interaction,

and the like shall not be deemed to be momentoits. The property is recognized as an exceptional

architectural work that was commissioned, owned, and occupied by legendary Hollywood

producer Samuel Goidwyn, who was instrumental in establishing the film industry in Hollywood

and whose residence in Beverly Hills furthered the industry’s connection with the city. Samuel

Goldwyn, Sr. was a Polish immigrant, born in Warsaw in 1879 as Schmuel Gelbfisz. He

immigrated to the United States at the age of 13, alone and penniless, after a stop in England.

As a young man, Goldwyn worked as an apprentice and glove salesman until he convinced his

brother-in-law Jesse Lasky to form a feature film company, with Cecil de Mille who served as

director. In 1916 he formed a partnership with Edgar Selwyn, which achieved box office but not

financial success. It was this company which would go on to merge with Metro Pictures to form

the Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer (MGM) studio partnership. Goldwyn was a seminal figure in

Hollywood whose name and contributions to the film industry are widely known across America

and made a substantial impact on the history of the nation. When the couple outgrew their former

residence on Franklin Avenue in West Hollywood, Goldwyn bought the hilltop property with a

spectacular view on Laurel Lane in Beverly Hills to demonstrate his stature and commission a

home that met both his personal and business needs. Samuel Goldwyn assigned the planning and

supervising of the construction to his wife, Frances. He gave her carte blanche though his only

specification was that the house be white. Upon completion of the palatial showplace/fortress

Samuel Goldwyn thought the property was perfect. Outside it was the obligatory white, stately,Page 5 of 12

and formal. Inside, it was also formal. The 35mm projection room was luxurious, well sited, and

allowed Goidwyn to invite clients home to conduct the business of screening films. The kitchen,

designed with an eye to entertaining on the grand scale, was modern and efficient (for the time).

Samuel’s private domain considered by Frances to be “the heart of the house” consisted of his

bedroom, bathroom, dressing room, office (he called his study), and gym. Frances had the house

fully decorated in a conservative and understated manner. Numerous works of art by noted artists

such as Monet, Manet, Sisley, Picasso, Cezanne, Dega, and Bonnard were also installed

throughout the residence. Goidwyn Sr. and his family owned and occupied the residence for

nearly 80 years; during his tenure at the property, he produced numerous films and hosted notable

guests and dignitaries including the likes of the Duke and Duchess of Windsor and Queen Marie

of Rumania. They also hosted lavish parties that included Old Hollywood luminaries Charlie

Chaplin, Marlene Dietrich, Clark Gable, et al, and reportedly mortgaged the home in order to

finance some of his film productions. The grounds included a lawn that served as a croquet court

and a tennis court, both sports which Goldwyn Sr. played avidly. Samuel Goldwyn, Jr. was

raised at the estate and became a notable producer in his own right, and would return to live in

the residence after his parents’ death until his own passing in 2015. The estate was published

during the Goidwyn family’s ownership in the following print publications: Star, Mogitis,

Magnates: The Mansions of Beverly Hilts by Michael Regan, The Search for Sam Gotdwyn by

Carol Easton, Playland by John Gregory Dunne, Goldwyn: A Biography by A. Scott Berg, and

The Jews in America Trilogy by Stephen Birmingham. Therefore, the property qualifies as an

“exceptional work” owned and occupied by a person of great importance and satisfies this

criterion.

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The “Samuel Goldwyn Estate” is eligible under “significance” criterion B.6. The

landmark designation procedure is initiated, or expressly agreed to, by the owner(s) of the

property. The landmark designation procedure was expressly agreed to by the owner(s) of the

property. Therefore, the property satisfies this criterion.

Section 7. CHARACTER DEFINING FEATURES THAT SHOULD BE

PRESERVED. Use and development of the “Samuel Goldwyn Estate” shall be governed

by the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties with

Guidelines for Preserving, Rehabilitating, Restoring, and Reconstructing Historic Buildings

(1995) by Weeks and Grimmer (herein referred to as the 501 Standards). These standards and

guidelines have been formulated to ensure that any significant adverse changes to the property

do not compromise those qualities that justify its listing as a landmark. The key features that

should be preserved are as follows.

The character-defining features associated with the 1200 Laurel Lane estate are those

exterior features on the property that reflect and define its Georgian Revival architectural style.

Such features include, but are not limited to the following:

Main Residence

• Georgian-Revival architecture and detailing in a transitional style with framed formal

columned entry porch, expressed bay window, segmented oculus/roundrel windows, and

symmetrical design features

• Height, shape (rectangular) and mass of the dwelling and placement in relationship to its

topography, formal landscaping and immediate residential environment

• Smooth stucco exterior , noting finish, texture, and overall appearance

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• Solid wood paneled entry door surrounded by an elliptical fanlight with corresponding

sidelights

• Formal gated entry and paved motor court

Accessory buildings

• Pool House includes an articulated hip roof with accentuated integrated vent design

• Original flooring in pool house features basket-weave pattern of brick payers into four

diagonal quadrants of running bond, separated by a soldier course

Site features

• Perimeter walls of painted white brick, surrounding the property boundary and into the

courtyard and parking area;

• Courtyard walls of unpainted red brick topped with white painted decorative woodwork;

• Cast-in-place concrete retaining walls, 12 inches in width with a medium sand stucco

finish, at various locations across the grounds

• Tennis court made of reinforced concrete, board-formed concrete, wood horizontal

sheathing, wood articulated entablature, and chain link fencing, flanked by a viewing

platform on its east side

• Swimming pool area

Tool House (1934)

• Exterior brick in running bond with headers every ten courses; south-facing wood-frame

door; low-slope hipped roof; oculus (roundel) wood-frame window.

Hardscape Features

• Soldier-course brick paving with integrated basket-weave pattern at primary and

secondary entrances

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• Stairs leading from main house to the pool feature running bond brick payers on 6”

plaster risers

• Terraced walls and paths along the eastern portion of the site

Landscape features

• Large Eucalyptus tree midway down the slow east of the house.

• Lawn extending from the south terrace

• The sloping hills to the east of the house, acting as an intermediary among levels.

• Stepped terraces linking the upper and lower portions of the site on the east and west,

and the tennis court and curved sitting area on the north and south.

• four Australian Willows (Geijera parviflora) in front of the primary elevations of the

east and south facades of the main residence.

• Two Magnolia grand1ora (west of the house), Pittosportim tobira (near the upper

lawn)

• Pittosporuin undulatttnn (near the tennis courts and mixed with other trees), variants of

Ficus such as Ficits rep ens and Ficits puliina

• Canary Island pine trees (Finns canariensis) flanking entry gates

• Row of citrus trees (lemon and grapefruit) behind the curved wall defining the “Orchard

Area Lawn”

• Two Black Acacias (Acacia melanoxylon) at the eastern edge of the tennis courts

• Two mature fruit tress located at the north end of the central walkway between the

curved seating area and tennis court

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Section 8. DESIGNATION OF THE SAMUEL GOLDWYN ESTATE AT 1200

LAUREL LANE AS A LANDMARK. The Cultural Heritage Commission finds that the Samuel

Goidwyn Estate qualifies for City Landmark designation pursuant to the Beverly Hills Historic

Preservation Ordinance. The property at 1200 Laurel Lane is, therefore, recommended for

landmark designation based on the recommendations in the City Landmark Assessment and

Evaluation Report contained in Exhibit A and the Cultural Heritage Commission deliberations.

Section 9. GENERAL GUIDELINES AND STANDARDS FOR FUTURE

PROPOSED CHANGES PURSUANT TO THE HISTORIC PRESERVATION ORDINANCE.

The Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties with Guidelines

for Preserving, Rehabilitating, Restoring, and Reconstrttcting Historic Buildings (1995) by Weeks

and Grimmer (herein referred to as the SOI Standards and Guidelines) are incorporated as

reference. These standards and guidelines have been formulated to ensure that any significant

adverse changes to the property do not compromise those qualities that justify its listing as a

landmark. The guidelines and standards are an aid to public and private property owners, and

others, formulating plans for new plantings, constructions, for rehabilitation or alteration of

existing landscapes, associated structures, and for site development. The SOI Standards and

Guidelines are also designed to be standards which City Staff and the Cultural Heritage

Commission shall apply when making decisions about Certificates of Appropriateness as required

by the City of Beverly Hills Historic Preservation Ordinance. The location and boundaries of the

delineated resource are the property boundaries.

Section 10. ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS. Designation of the “Samuel Goldwyn

Estate” as a local historic landmark was assessed in accordance with the authority and criteria

contained in the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the State CEQA Guidelines, and

the environmental regulations of the City. It has been determined that designation of the “Samuel

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Goidwyn Estate” would not have a significant environmental impact and is exempt from CEQA

pursuant to Sections 15061(b)(3), 1530$, and 15331 of Title 14 of the California Code of

Regulations. It can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that the designation of the

“Samuel Goidwyn Estate” may have a significant effect on the environment, as no specific

development is authorized by this resolution, and any future development proposed pursuant to

this resolution will require separate environmental analysis when the details of those proposals are

known. Further, designating the “Samuel Goldwyn Estate” is an action of the City to protect and

preserve an historic resource.

Section 11. GENERAL PLAN CONSISTENCY. Designation of the “Samuel Goldwyn

Estate” as a local historic landmark is consistent with the objectives, principles, and standards of

the General Plan. General Plan Policy ‘HP 1.3 - Promote National, State, and Local Designation

of Historic Resources encourages the establishment of programs encouraging the nomination of

landmarks.

Section 12. The Cultural Heritage Commission hereby nominates, and recommends that

the City Council designate, the “Samuel Goldwyn Estate” as a local landmark included on the City

of Beverly Hills Register of Historic Properties.

Section 13. The record of proceedings for designation of the “Samuel Goldwyn Estate”

as a local landmark included on the City’s Register of Historic Properties is maintained by the City

as part of the official records of the Community Development Department at 455 North Rexford

Drive, Beverly Hills, California, 90210.

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Section 14. The Secretary shall certify to the adoption of the Resolution and shall cause

the Resolution and his certification to be entered in the Book of Resolutions of the Cultural

Fleritage Commission of the City of Beverly Hills.

Adopted: January 11. 2017

Secretary of the Cultural Heritage Commission

Approved as to Form:

J*LiDavid M. Snow

Assistant City Attorney

Rebecca PynoosChair of the Cultural Heritage Commission

of the City of Beverly Hills

Approved As To Content:

Ode1l,iDesigner

Community Development Department

Exhibit A * Historical Assessment Report by Louden & Lamprecht Historical Architectural

Services, dated May 25, 2016.

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STATE OF CALIFORNIA )

COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES ) SS.

CITY OF BEVERLY HILLS )

I, MARK ODELL, Secretary of the Cultural Heritage Commission and Urban Designer

of the City of Beverly Hills, California, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true and

correct copy of Resolution No. CHC 60 duly passed, approved and adopted by the

Cultural Heritage Commission of said City at a meeting of said Commission on January

11, 2017, and thereafter duly signed by the Secretary of the Cultural Heritage

Commission, as indicated; and that the Cultural Heritage Commission of the City consists

of five (5) members and said Resolution was passed by the following vote of said

Commission, to wit:

AYES: Commissioners Greer, Beck, Waldow, Vice Chair Furie, Chair Pynoos.

NOES: None.

ABSTAIN: None.

ABSENT: None.

Kô*JLSecr&tary of’ile Cultural HeritageCommission / Urban DesignerCity of Beverly Hills, California

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