30 (01)Meghan Shigo
CalBRE # 01243803
Realtor, Century 21 Affiliated
E-Pro Certified, ABR Designation
Phone : 714-273-1381
Email : meghanshigo@gmail.com
Web : www.MeghansHomes.com
351 E. Center St.
Anaheim, CA 92805
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Date:3/13/2025 4:23:21 PM
From:"Meghan Shigo"
To:"Public Comment" publiccomment@anaheim.net, "Amanda Lauffer" ALauffe r@anaheim.net, "historic-preservation-
committee@googlegroups.com" historic-preservation-committee@googlegroups.com
Subject:[EXTERNAL] Subject: Application No. 2024-00546 - 402 North Lemon Street - Denial of Vinyl Window Replacement
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Meghan Shigo
Historic Preservation Committee Chair
Anaheim Ca 92805
Subject: Application No. 2024-00546 - 402 North Lemon Street - Denial of Vinyl Window
Replacement
Dear Anaheim City Council, 3/13/25
On behalf of the Anaheim Historic Preservation Committee, this letter expresses our strong
agreement with the Planning and Building Director's denial of Application No. 2024-00546 for
the replacement of original wood windows with vinyl windows at 402 North Lemon Street.
As you know, this property participates in the Mills Act program. This agreement between the
property owner and the City of Anaheim provides significant property tax reductions in exchange
for a commitment to preserving the historical integrity of the structure.
Original windows are essential character-defining features of historic homes. Other Mills Act
participants invest substantial effort and resources to preserve not only windows but also siding,
eaves, fascia boards, and all street-facing elements that contribute to a property's historical and
architectural integrity.
While we acknowledge the applicant's initiation of a Mills Act cancellation letter prior to the
window installation, the removal and replacement of windows on any structure require a permit
regardless of Mills Act status. The applicant should have consulted with the Planning
Department before any work commenced to explore historically appropriate alternatives or
restoration.
Additionally the cancellation of a Mills Act contract is a 10 year process. Approving this
application would set a detrimental precedent, undermining the intent and integrity of the Mills
Act program. Therefore, we urge the Planning Commission to uphold the Director's denial and
maintain the high standards of preservation that benefit our community.
Thank you for your consideration of this important matter.
Sincerely,
Meghan Shigo, Chair Anaheim Historic Preservation Committee