Landmarks Preservation Procedures

Supported a 100-signature threshold to balance preservation and housing development.

Praised Berkeley's architectural heritage and urged the council to listen to the Landmarks Commission's recommendations.

Expressed disappointment with proposed changes to landmark requirements while corridor zoning is under review.

Expressed concern that the Landmarks Commission was not properly advised by state historic officers and argued 400 signatures is too high.

Spoke as a Landmarks Commissioner in support of the commission's unanimous recommendation of 100 signatures.

Noted the practical difficulties of gathering signatures during election seasons.

Spoke for BAHA against high signature requirements and argued landmarking manages collective cultural resources.

Shared history as first chair of the 1975 Landmarks Commission and warned high signature thresholds gut preservation.

Supported 100 signatures and preservation of Berkeley's historic buildings.

Suggested reforms for moving historic structures as an alternative to restrictive signature thresholds.

Supported a 100-signature threshold and shorter lapse timelines for development applications.