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Mendocino review board approves simplified trim for Shepherd property over objections; 3‑2 vote
Summary
The board approved exterior trim and railing changes at the Shepherd property after divided public comment and board debate; the measure passed 3‑2. Supporters cited safety and rot remediation; opponents urged preserving category‑1 historic craftsmanship.
The Mendocino Historical Review Board approved exterior alterations to the Shepherd property, including simplified window trim and revised deck railing, by a 3‑to‑2 vote after extensive public comment about historic character and safety.
The applicant sought permission to remove ornate trim elements and replace guardrails and pickets with simplified, flat profiles. Staff's report recommended approval with color and material conditions and noted that the property would retain colors from an approved palette. Staff emphasized the project would remove ornamentation that had been deteriorating and would…
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