September 3, 2026 · Landmarks Preservation Commission
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In the context of adjudicative matters that come before the LPC, ex-parte communications are those which occur outside of the formal hearing process. LPC members should avoid ex- parte contacts on matters pending before the LPC as much as possible, as they may represent, or be perceived to represent, the receipt of evidence that can unfairly influence a decision on a matter before the Commission. If such contacts do occur, they must be placed in the record and disclosed to all interested parties sufficiently in advance of the decision to allow rebuttal.
The Commission recognizes that the community we live in was built on the territory of xučyun (Huchiun (Hooch-yoon)), the ancestral and unceded land of the Chochenyo (Cho-chen-yo)- speaking Ohlone (Oh-low-nee) people, the ancestors and descendants of the sovereign Verona Band of Alameda County. This land was and continues to be of great importance to all of the Ohlone Tribes and descendants of the Verona Band. As we begin our meeting tonight, we acknowledge and honor the original inhabitants of Berkeley, the documented 5,000-year history of a vibrant community at the West Berkeley Shellmound, and the Ohlone people who continue to reside in the East Bay. We recognize that Berkeley’s residents have and continue to benefit from the use and occupation of this unceded stolen land since the City of Berkeley’s incorporation in 1878. As stewards of the laws regulating the City of Berkeley, it is not only vital that we recognize the history of this land, but also recognize that the Ohlone people are present members of Berkeley and other East Bay communities today. The City of Berkeley will continue to build relationships with the Lisjan Tribe and to create meaningful actions that uphold the intention of this land acknowledgement.
(Three minutes per person; five minutes per organization, or at the discretion of the Chairperson)
The Landmarks Preservation Commission has the right to rearrange the order of the agenda in order to accommodate projects that will not require significant time.
Consent Calendar items are considered routine, non-controversial and will be enacted by one motion. By approval of the Consent Calendar, the staff recommendations will be adopted unless otherwise modified by the Board. Any member of the Board or a member of the public can request that the Board consider moving an item from the Consent Calendar to the Action Calendar. There will be no separate discussion on these items unless the Board votes to move the item from the Consent Calendar to the Action Calendar. Examples of consent calendar items include but are not limited to modifications of existing Use Permits, continuances, and items noticed for public hearing which the Board decides to move to the Consent Calendar. Anyone present who wishes to speak against one of these items should advise the Chairperson if they request the item be pulled from the Consent Calendar. A. Approval of Action Minutes: Draft Action Minutes for the July 2, 2026 meeting. B. Consent Calendar: The Commission may consider items 7B, 7E. ** Indicates that the Landmarks Preservation Commission received documents (notices of decision, staff reports, application materials or correspondence) as part of the packet that was delivered prior to this meeting. Landmarks Preservation Commission AGENDA September 3, 2026 PAGE 4
7A. 2845 Woolsey Street – Structural Alteration Permit (#LMSAP2026-0003) for the Norton Family House** Conduct a public hearing and consider a request to replace the non-original vinyl windows; replace windows and door trim in-kind; repair missing and damaged corbels, modillions, and deteriorated wood planter boxes; remove the wooden trim and cornice line on the north elevation; deconstruct the non-original porch and restore the entry porch, second-story balcony, and original door and sidelights. Recommendation: Approve the Structural Alteration Permit pursuant to BMC Section 3.24.260. CEQA: The project is Categorically Exempt pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15331 for Historical Resource Restoration/Rehabilitation. 7B. 701 University Avenue – Demolition Referral (#ZP2026-0007) to demolish a non- residential building constructed in 1955** Consider the proposal to demolish one non-residential building more than 40 years old, in accordance with BMC Section 23.326.070(C). Recommendation: Consider the proposal and take no action. CEQA: The project is Categorically Exempt pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15301 for Existing Facilities and 15332 for In-Fill Development Projects. 7C. 701 University Avenue – Structural Alteration Permit (#LMSAP2026-0007) for the West Berkeley Shellmound** Consider a request to demolish the 99,410 square foot parking lot located above the Landmarked West Berkeley Shellmound, by removing the existing asphalt pavement and miscellaneous site features such as curbs, wheel stops, fencing, and minor concrete elements. Recommendation: Approve the Structural Alteration Permit pursuant to BMC Section 3.24.260. CEQA: The project is Categorically Exempt pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15301 for Existing Facilities and 15332 for In-Fill Development Projects. 7D. 1201 Second Street, Solid Waste and Recycling Transfer Station (SWRTS) – Notice of Availability of Draft Environmental Impact Report (EIR) for Use Permit #ZP2021- 0215** This is an opportunity to provide comments and/or a correspondence related to the Draft Environmental Impact Report for the SWRTS replacement project at 1201-1203 Second Street. Recommendation: Provide comments on the Draft EIR, and take no action. ** Indicates that the Landmarks Preservation Commission received documents (notices of decision, staff reports, application materials or correspondence) as part of the packet that was delivered prior to this meeting. Landmarks Preservation Commission AGENDA September 3, 2026 PAGE 5 CEQA: A Draft Environmental Impact Report (DEIR) was prepared for the Project (State Clearinghouse No. 2023080733). The EIR Comment Period is August 3, 2026 to September 17, 2026 at 5 pm. 7E. 1201 Second Street – Demolition Referral (#ZP2021-0215) to demolish the Solid Waste and Recycling Transfer Station (SWRTS) ** Consider the proposal to demolish eight non-residential buildings more than 40 years old, in accordance with BMC Section 23.326.070(C). Recommendation: Consider the proposal and take no action. CEQA: A Draft Environmental Impact Report (DEIR) was prepared for the Project (State Clearinghouse No. 2023080733).
Receive opportunity reports on status of projects for which the LPC has established a subcommittee or liaison. (Note: Sites will come off the list annually or upon approval of a Certificate of Occupancy.) Annual Members Established Expiration ZAB Design Review Committee DM - - Berkeley Rose Garden KC, PS Feb 2026 Jan 2027 City Projects for Landmarks and Structure SF, PS Feb 2026 Jan 2027 of Merit Sites Potential Initiations SF, SO Feb 2026 Jan 2027 University of California PS, SF Feb 2026 Jan 2027 Landmarks Policies & Procedures/ HRE SF, DM June 2026 May 2027 Scoping Recommendations Structures Completed After 1945 SF, DM Sept 2025 Aug 2026 Mills Act PS, SF, SO June 2026 May 2027 LPO Amendments DM, SF, SO Feb 2026 Jan 2027 2455 Telegraph Avenue Design Review SF, EG, TG, DM June 2026 May 2027
future agenda (per Brown Act, no deliberation or final action may be taken).
A. Elmwood Commercial Historic Property Interest Survey from Commissioner Montgomery, July 1, 2026 B. Email from Anna May about 1619 Walnut Street windows, July19, 2026
** Indicates that the Landmarks Preservation Commission received documents (notices of decision, staff reports, application materials or correspondence) as part of the packet that was delivered prior to this meeting. Landmarks Preservation Commission AGENDA September 3, 2026 PAGE 6
A. Elmwood Commercial Historic District Appeal – Council Action Calendar item: Appeal of the denial of Landmark Initiation (#LMIN2026-0001) for the Elmwood Commercial Historic District. A future hearing date is expected to be scheduled for fall 2026.
The Commission may establish and maintain an ongoing list of structures, sites and areas having a special historical, architectural or aesthetic interest or value. After public hearings, the Commission may initiate landmark and historic district designations from the list. A. 2362 Bancroft Way-Trinity United Methodist Church (3/1/99) B. Berkeley High School, Building C, 1920; W. C. Hayes (LE 9/13/99) C. John Galen Howard Power Station, UC Campus (CO 4/3/00) D. H.C. Macaulay Foundry, 811 Carleton Street (4/3/00) E. UC Storage Station, James Plachek, Architect (4/3/00) F. “Kittredge Street Historic District” - 2124 Kittredge Street (Elder House and storefront) G. 2138 Kittredge Street (Fitzpatrick House and storefront), and 2117 Kittredge Street (A.H. Broad House and storefront) (JK 11/5/2001) H. 1842-1878 Euclid Avenue (CO 9-14-07) I. Berkeley High School Campus Historic District (SW 1/3/08) J. 2746 Garber Street (SW 3/5/09) K. 1901 Bonita Avenue (CO 11/16/10) L. 1920 Bonita Avenue (CO 11/16/10) M. 1940 Channing Way (CO 11/16/10) N. 1920 Haste Street (CO 11/16/10) O. 2414 Shattuck Avenue (CO 11/16/10) P. Terminal Place (alley) (CO 11/16/10) Q. 2041 University Avenue (CO 11/16/10) R. 2482-2498 Telegraph Avenue And 2445-2449 Dwight Way (CO 12/7/11) S. 2301-2315 Telegraph Avenue / 2510-2516 Bancroft Way (CO 12/7/11) T. 2328-2346 Telegraph Avenue / 2441-2447 Durant Avenue (CO 12/7/11) U. 2400-2402 Telegraph Avenue / 2486-2498 Channing Way (CO 12/7/11) V. 2410-2422 Telegraph Avenue (CO 12/7/11) W. 3049 Adeline Street (CO 3/12/12) X. “Manoa Historic District”- 2530 [sic] Way, 2524 Dwight Way, 2503 Regent Street, 2509 Regent Street, 2511 Regent Street, 2515 Regent Street, 2517 Regent Street, 2506 Dwight Way, 2502 Dwight Way/2501 Telegraph Avenue, 2512–2516 Regent Street/2525 Telegraph Avenue (CO 3/12/12) Y. 1400 Sixth Street (CO 6/7/13) Z. 1409 Scenic Avenue (CO 9/3/15) AA. 1301 Shattuck Avenue, Live Oak Park (CO 2/2/17) BB. 2750-2770 Marin Avenue, Pacific Lutheran Theological Seminary (LPC 5/4/17) CC. 2100 Shattuck Avenue-2100 Kala Bagai Way (SF 6/1/17) DD. 741 Cedar Street (CO 7/6/17) EE. 745 Cedar Street (CO 7/6/17) FF. 749 Cedar Street (CO 7/6/17) GG. 2212 Fifth Street (CO 7/6/17; initiation failed 6/6/21) HH. 837 Folger Avenue (CO 7/6/17) II. 1517 Fourth Street (CO 7/6/17) ** Indicates that the Landmarks Preservation Commission received documents (notices of decision, staff reports, application materials or correspondence) as part of the packet that was delivered prior to this meeting. Landmarks Preservation Commission AGENDA September 3, 2026 PAGE 7 JJ. 808 Gilman Street (CO 7/6/17) KK. 830 Gilman Street (CO 7/6/17) LL. 832 Gilman Street (CO 7/6/17) MM. 836 Gilman Street (CO 7/6/17) NN. 1018 Pardee Street (CO 7/6/17) OO. 1336 Sixth Street (CO 7/6/17) PP. 1345 Sixth Street (CO 7/6/17) QQ. 601 Ashby Avenue (PA 2/1/18) RR. 1013 Pardee (BO 9/6/18) SS. 1940 Haste Street (LPC 10/04/18; upon relocation of historic building) TT. 2222 Fifth Street (LPC 12/6/18) UU. 1631-33 Walnut Street (LPC 7/2/19) VV. 1601 California Street (PA 11/7/19) WW. 2235 Channing Way, 2240 and 2300 Durant Avenue, 2372 Ellsworth Street (LPC 11/5/20) XX. 2501, 2510, 2514, 2530 and 2551 San Pablo Avenue (LPC 4/1/21) YY. 2132-2154 Center Street (LPC 5/4/23) ZZ. 2414 Shattuck Avenue (LPC 9/7/23) AAA. 1306 Third Street (LPC 11/7/2024) BBB. 1725 Shattuck Avenue (LPC 12/04/2025) CCC. 1750 Walnut Street (LPC 12/04/2025)
Below are the addresses of projects that seek to demolish buildings (residential or commercial) over 40 years old. Permit applications for properties where full removal is not sought are not individually listed, but may be found online: https://berkeleyca.gov/construction-development/land-use-development/zoning-projects A. Non-Residential Structures (BMC Section 23.326.070) 600 Bancroft Way ZP2025-0010 2030-2036 Bancroft Way ZP2024-0079 2298 Durant Avenue ZP2024-0126 1130 Oxford Street ZP2026-0056 2330 Prince Street ZP2026-0040 2720 San Pablo Avenue ZP2024-0076 2733-2737 San Pablo Avenue ZP2023-0090 2420 Shattuck Avenue ZP2022-0149 2700 Shattuck Avenue ZP2024-0058 2847 Shattuck Avenue ZP2024-0077 2920 Shattuck Avenue ZP2024-0077 2925-2973 Shattuck Avenue ZP2024-0071 3000 Shattuck Avenue ZP2022-0046 2529 Telegraph Avenue ZP2026-0008 701 University Avenue ZP2026-0060 1581 and 1589 University Avenue ZP2024-0074 1708 and 1710 University Avenue ZP2021-0127 1776-1796 University Avenue ZP2023-0070 ** Indicates that the Landmarks Preservation Commission received documents (notices of decision, staff reports, application materials or correspondence) as part of the packet that was delivered prior to this meeting. Landmarks Preservation Commission AGENDA September 3, 2026 PAGE 8 2029 University Avenue ZP2024-0181 B. Residential Structures 2614 Telegraph Avenue ZP2024-0027 1782 University Avenue ZP2023-0070
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