To San Marino City Council c/o Veronica Ruiz, City Clerk
I hereby voice my personal opposition to the proposed new construction at 1040 Oak Grove which would involve the demolition of a 1955 Wallace Neff home.
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From zillow: This classic single story residence designed by Wallace Neff & situated on over an acre (49,280 sq.ft.) of park-like grounds w/double circular driveway,professionally landscaping , a spectacular oversize pool & 2 car detached garage in the prime estate area of San Marino. This home offers double doors entry w/a wonderful floor plan. The central entry has dark wood floors that flow into the impressive living room which features a fireplace & French doors overlooking beautiful rear garden & mountain views .On the side of living room, there is a music room & a library/office w/built- in bookshelves & a gracious formal dining room w/ wainscoting & crown molding.The elegant family room has a full wet bar & window seat perfect for entertaining.The master suite offers his/her own bath/dressing room for privacy ,2 large windows offers view of a lovely garden & an outdoor spa. The kitchen & breakfast area w/views of the landscaped grounds & open to the large rear terrace .There is a guest suite w/its own entrance & a large laundry room off the kitchen . A basement consists of a wine cellar, workshop & 2 locker rooms w/2 half bath all convenient to the sparking pool. A must see!
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I support the mission of San Marino Heritage, whose Facebook supporters total over 650 like-minded individuals who believe that historic preservation is vital to protect the character and architectural resources of our lovely community. In addition, many San Marino High School alumni and previous residents still support these important efforts.
Updates
October 12, 2015
I have spent my mornings reading through the comments here and it is clear that many of you share my heartbreak over the possible loss of this piece of local history. My house is just a few streets over so I know exactly what this architecture means to the character of our neighborhood. I am currently preparing my presentation for the upcoming council session to ensure they understand that this home is worth saving.
October 12, 2015
Seeing this groundswell of support for the Oak Grove house feels deeply validating. I grew up admiring the craftsmanship of Wallace Neff and knowing that so many of you value this history gives me real hope that we can protect the soul of our neighborhood.
Reached 100 supporters
October 12, 2015
65 Comments
We have a house designed by Roland Coate as famous as Neff. It is also one story and maybe one of his last. His last one story was built for William Clayton Sr. on Lombardy Rd. near San Gabriel Blvd. Unfortunately L.A. county property, and was bulldozed and most of he old oak trees cut down to make way for what we call the WESTERN WHITEHOUSE.!!!!
I remember this lovely house from when it was owned by Pres and Maureen Hotchkis. They gave a party for us when we moved to our house on Circle Drive in 1968. Wally Neff, the late son of the architect, was a dear friend of ours. We miss him.
A house with historical significance should not be torn down.. For 30 years I lived on Oak Grove. I hate seeing what is being built there now. One of the most beautiful streets is becoming a field of hidious mac mansions. This has got to stop
We live down the street from this classic Wallace Neff home. Tearing it down for another McMansion would be a travesty and go against the history and fabric of San Marino
Wallace Neff was an exceptionally gifted architect whose built work should be prized and protected, just as his drawings are at the nearby Huntington Library.
This architecture treasure must be saved !!!
I am very sorry to see people tearing down the house that is important in our community
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To San Marino City Council c/o Veronica Ruiz, City Clerk
I hereby voice my personal opposition to the proposed new construction at 1040 Oak Grove which would involve the demolition of a 1955 Wallace Neff home.
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From zillow: This classic single story residence designed by Wallace Neff & situated on over an acre (49,280 sq.ft.) of park-like grounds w/double circular driveway,professionally landscaping , a spectacular oversize pool & 2 car detached garage in the prime estate area of San Marino. This home offers double doors entry w/a wonderful floor plan. The central entry has dark wood floors that flow into the impressive living room which features a fireplace & French doors overlooking beautiful rear garden & mountain views .On the side of living room, there is a music room & a library/office w/built- in bookshelves & a gracious formal dining room w/ wainscoting & crown molding.The elegant family room has a full wet bar & window seat perfect for entertaining.The master suite offers his/her own bath/dressing room for privacy ,2 large windows offers view of a lovely garden & an outdoor spa. The kitchen & breakfast area w/views of the landscaped grounds & open to the large rear terrace .There is a guest suite w/its own entrance & a large laundry room off the kitchen . A basement consists of a wine cellar, workshop & 2 locker rooms w/2 half bath all convenient to the sparking pool. A must see!
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I support the mission of San Marino Heritage, whose Facebook supporters total over 650 like-minded individuals who believe that historic preservation is vital to protect the character and architectural resources of our lovely community. In addition, many San Marino High School alumni and previous residents still support these important efforts.
Updates
October 12, 2015
I have spent my mornings reading through the comments here and it is clear that many of you share my heartbreak over the possible loss of this piece of local history. My house is just a few streets over so I know exactly what this architecture means to the character of our neighborhood. I am currently preparing my presentation for the upcoming council session to ensure they understand that this home is worth saving.
October 12, 2015
Seeing this groundswell of support for the Oak Grove house feels deeply validating. I grew up admiring the craftsmanship of Wallace Neff and knowing that so many of you value this history gives me real hope that we can protect the soul of our neighborhood.
Reached 100 supporters
October 12, 2015
65 Comments
I spent my childhood in this home. My father bought it in 1965 for $125,000.00. It should never, ever be torn down. Anyone have any history questions, e-mail me. It would break my little heart to see it gone. So many Great People Came Thru It Over The Years. Brian Preston Bixby Hotchkis
We have a house designed by Roland Coate as famous as Neff. It is also one story and maybe one of his last. His last one story was built for William Clayton Sr. on Lombardy Rd. near San Gabriel Blvd. Unfortunately L.A. county property, and was bulldozed and most of he old oak trees cut down to make way for what we call the WESTERN WHITEHOUSE.!!!!
I remember this lovely house from when it was owned by Pres and Maureen Hotchkis. They gave a party for us when we moved to our house on Circle Drive in 1968. Wally Neff, the late son of the architect, was a dear friend of ours. We miss him.
A house with historical significance should not be torn down.. For 30 years I lived on Oak Grove. I hate seeing what is being built there now. One of the most beautiful streets is becoming a field of hidious mac mansions. This has got to stop
We live down the street from this classic Wallace Neff home. Tearing it down for another McMansion would be a travesty and go against the history and fabric of San Marino
Wallace Neff was an exceptionally gifted architect whose built work should be prized and protected, just as his drawings are at the nearby Huntington Library.
This architecture treasure must be saved !!!
I am very sorry to see people tearing down the house that is important in our community
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I spent my childhood in this home. My father bought it in 1965 for $125,000.00. It should never, ever be torn down. Anyone have any history questions, e-mail me. It would break my little heart to see it gone. So many Great People Came Thru It Over The Years. Brian Preston Bixby Hotchkis