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Planning Commission
Regular Meeting
Tuesday, May 27, 2025 - 7:00 P.M.
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Commission members who wish to discuss.
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G. ACTION ITEMS
1. 270 Los Ranchitos Road – Major Environmental and Design Review Permit for a
new Garden Mausoleum totaling 2,244 square -feet at the Mount Olivet Cemetery at
270 Los Ranchitos Road. APN: 015-162-03. Applicant: Monica J. Williams, Holy Cross
Cemeteries. Owner: Roman Catholic Archbishop of San Francisco .
The project has been determined to be exempt from the provisions of the California
Environmental Quality Act (CEQA, Public Resources Code §21000, et seq. and California
Code of Regulations, §15000, et seq.) pursuant to Section 15303 of the CEQA Guidelines
(New Construction or Conversion of Small Structures) and Section 15331 of the CEQA
Guidelines (Historical Resource Restoration/Rehabilitation) as the activity in question will
not have a significant effect on the environment.
Project Planner: Renee Nickenig, Associate Planner
renee.nickenig@cityofsanrafael.org and
Margaret Kavanaugh-Lynch, Planning Manager margaret.kavanaugh-
lynch@cityofsanrafael.org
Recommended Action – It is recommended that the San Rafael Planning
Commission receive staff’s report and public input on the Project and approve the
Resolution included in the staff report.
H. DIRECTOR’S REPORT
1. None
I. COMMISSION COMMUNICATION
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(for non-applicants) or a $5,000 deposit (for applicants) made payable to the City of San Rafael and shall
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by appellant.
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Community and Economic Development Department –
Planning Division
Meeting Date:
May 27, 2025
Agenda Item:
G.1
Case Number:
PLAN23-168
(ED25-009)
Project
Planner:
Renee Nickenig,
Associate Planner
Margaret Kavanaugh-
Lynch,
Planning Manager
REPORT TO PLANNING COMMISSION
SUBJECT: 270 Los Ranchitos Road. Request for a Major Environmental and Design Review
permit for a new Garden Mausoleum totaling 2,244 square-feet at the Mount Olivet
Cemetery at 270 Los Ranchitos Road. APN: 015-162-03; Planned Development
District; ED25-009 (PLAN23-168); CEQA Determination: Exempt Pursuant to CEQA
Guidelines 15303 and 15331
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
The project proposes a new 2,244 square-foot Garden Mausoleum at the northwest side of the
cemetery property. The new Garden Mausoleum will be located west of the existing mausoleum
cluster and past existing in-ground burial sites.
The Mt. Olivet Cemetery is a recognized historical resource in the City of San Rafael (San Rafael
Historical/Architectural Survey [1986]), and so the Project has been evaluated against the Secretary
of the Interior’s Standards for Rehabilitation (Table A) in addition to the findings for an Environmental
and Design Review Permit pursuant to San Rafael Municipal Code (SRMC) Section 14.25.090
(Attachment C).
Historic Resource Evaluation
The subject building was identified in the San Rafael Historical/Architectural Survey (1986) and further
evaluated for the purposes of this project. An Historic Resource Evaluation provided by the applicant
is attached to this report (Attachment E)
REQUESTED ENTITLEMENTS
The proposed new structure is more than forty percent (40%) of the existing square-footage, and so a
Major Environmental and Design Review Permit is required per SRMC Section 14.25.040.A.2.b.
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RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the Planning Commission:
(1) Convene a public hearing.
(2) Discuss the Staff report, testimony and ask questions of the Staff, Applicant, as needed.
(3) Adopt the Resolution to Approve the requested Major Environmental and Design Review.
PROPERTY FACTS
Address/Location: 270 Los Ranchitos Road Parcel Number: 175-250-15
Property Size: 914,877 sf Neighborhood: North San Rafael
(North San Rafael Town
Center)
Site Characteristics
General Plan Designation Zoning District Existing Land-Use
Project Site: Parks, Rec., and Open Space P/QP Cemetery
North: Community Commercial Mixed
Use
GC Single-Family Residential
South: Public/Quasi-Public P/QP Guide Dogs for the Blind
East: Office Mixed Use O-WO Commercial
West: Community Commercial Mixed
Use
GC Commercial
Site Description/Setting:
The subject site is located directly east of Highway 101 between Merrydale Road and Las Gallinas
Avenue. The site is irregularly shaped and has an area of approximately 914,877 square-feet. There is
an existing cluster of mausoleums to the east of the project area and a stand-alone mausoleum to the
south, and two separate administrative buildings at the site. The remainder of the site is occupied by in-
ground gravesites and monuments.
Figure 1 Vicinity Map
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Figure 2 Overall Site Plan
Architecture
The proposed Garden Mausoleum will be sited at the west of the property at and existing graded and
paved proportion. The structure will contain 420 crypts and 950 niches within five (5) separate mausoleum
structures totally 340 square-feet each. Within each structure will be five (5) niche feature areas and
garden walls. All structures will be a maximum of 16’-7” tall.
The proposed materials include polished Ghiandone granite (light beige, brown, and grey tones) for the
crypt and niche fronts and polished Baltic Brown granite (darker brown tone) for the border trim at top,
bottom and sides of the memorial walls. The rear walls of the development, the fascia, and the underside
of the overhang will be finished with stucco and painted “Blonde”, as manufactured by Sherwin Williams
(SW 6128).
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Figure 3 Typical Elevation
DISCUSSION
The project is compliant with General Plan 2040 and the San Rafael Municipal Code with three notable
exceptions outlined in the discussion below:
General Plan 2040
The project is in accordance with General Plan 2040 as an associated structure with the existing cemetery
use within a Parks, Recreation, and Open Space designation (Policy LU-2.1: Land Use Map and
Categories) and in the North San Rafael Town Center neighborhood (Policy NH-4.1: North San Rafael;
Policy NH-4.2: North San Rafael Town Center). The project design is in character with the existing
structures at the property and will have a minimal visual impact on the surrounding neighborhood (Policy
NH-4.3: Design Excellence; Policy CDP-1.1: City Image; Policy CDP-2.1: Neighborhoods, Districts, and
Centers Policy CDP-2.3: Neighborhood Identity and Character; Policy CDP-4.2-Public Involvement in
Design Review).
The proposed addition to the property will not have a negative impact on the Mt. Olivet Cemetery property
and will preserve the overall character of the property as an historic resource (Goal CDP-5). Please see
Attachment B, General Plan Consistency Table.
San Rafael Municipal Code
The construction and operation of a new mausoleum is permitted by-right in the P/QP zoning district
pursuant to SRMC Section 14.09.020, and is consistent with the required property development
standards pursuant to SRMC Section 14.09.030 (Attachment C, Zoning Ordinance Consistency Table).
SRMC Section 14.09.030 Required Proposed
Minimum lot area (sq. ft.) 75 62.44 (approximate)**
Minimum lot area/dwelling unit (sq. ft.) (Max.
residential intensity) 20 16'-29' (approximate)*
Floor area ratio (Max. non-residential intensity) N/A N/A
Minimum lot width (sq. ft.) 40% 22% (2,712 sf)
Minimum yards: 75% of lot coverage 20% (978 sf)
Front (ft.)
Side (ft.)
Rear (ft.) N/R 12,220
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Maximum height of structure (ft.) 75 62.44 (approximate)**
Minimum landscaping 20 16'-29' (approximate)*
Parking 30 23 (existing – no change)
The project is additionally compliant with the relevant review criteria outline is SRMC Section
14.25.050 as related to site design and architecture. The Project is located on an existing paved
portion of the site and so will not disrupt the existing landscaping. The structure is sited at a lower
grade than the majority of the site and so will not block any existing views to and from the site.
The Project design reflects the encouraged elements of this section by creating interest in the building
elevations, promoting pedestrian-friendly design, and utilizing neutral materials and colors which are
harmonious to the existing features of the site.
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
The project is categorically exempt from the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act
(CEQA, Public Resources Code §21000, et seq. and California Code of Regulations, §15000, et seq.)
pursuant to Section 15303 of the CEQA Guidelines (New Construction or Conversion of Small
Structures) as the total square-footage of the new mausoleum is less than 2,500 square feet.
The proposed project is also consistent with the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for the
Treatment of Historic Properties with Guidelines for Preserving, Rehabilitating, Restoring, and
Reconstructing Historic Buildings (Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for Rehabilitation, Table A).
The National Park Service defines rehabilitation as the “act or process of making possible a
compatible use for the property through repair, alterations, and additions while preserving those
portions of features which convey its historical, cultural, or architectural values.” In this case the
historic resource is the entirety of the site and so the new structure is considered an addition to the
property. The new structure will be entirely detached from any other structure, and so will preserve
the historical, cultural, and architectural values of the site. As such, the project may also be exempt
from the provisions of CEQA pursuant to Section 15331 of the CEQA Guidelines (Historical Resource
Restoration/Rehabilitation).
Furthermore, none of the exceptions found in Government Code §15300.2 apply.
Table A. Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for Rehabilitation
Yes No
1. A property will be used as it was
historically or be given a new use
that requires minimal change to its
distinctive materials, features,
spaces and spatial relationships.
X The property will continue to be used as it was
historically as a cemetery. The new structure will
contribute to the use and will not require changes to
the existing site structure and features.
2. The historic character of a
property shall be retained and
preserved. The removal of historic
materials or alteration of features
and spaces that characterize a
property shall be avoided.
X No removal of any historic features is proposed. The
new building will not impact the character of the
existing elements at the site.
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3. Each property will be recognized
as a physical record of its time,
place and use. Changes that create
a false sense of historical
development, such as adding
conjectural features or elements
from other historic properties, will
not be undertaken.
X The new mausoleum will be in a similar design to the
existing non-historical mausoleums, and will not
create a false sense of history.
4. Changes to a property that have
acquired historic significance in
their own right will be retained and
preserved.
X No changes will be made to existing elements.
5. Distinctive materials, features,
finishes, and construction
techniques or examples of
craftsmanship that characterize a
property will be preserved.
X No changes will be made to existing elements.
6. Deteriorated historic features will
be repaired rather than replaced.
Where the severity of deterioration
requires replacement of a
distinctive feature, the new feature
will match the old in design, color,
texture and, where possible,
materials. Replacement of missing
features will be substantiated by
documentary and physical
evidence.
X No changes will be made to existing elements, and so
no deteriorated historic features are proposed to be
replaced as part of the proposed project.
7. Chemical or physical treatments,
if appropriate, will be undertaken
using the gentlest means possible.
Treatments that cause damage to
historic materials will not be used.
X No changes will be made to existing elements, and so
not physical or chemical treatments to clean or
remove historic materials or finishes will be used.
8. Archeological resources will be
protected and preserved in place. If
such resources must be disturbed,
mitigation measures will be
undertaken.
X No excavation is proposed as part of the project.
Additionally, the construction will take place on a
portion of the property that has not previously been
previously occupied by burial sites.
9. New additions, exterior
alterations, or related new
X The exterior modifications will be compatible with the
existing materials at the property and will not have an
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construction will not destroy
historic materials, features, and
spatial relationships that
characterize the property. The new
work will be differentiated from the
old and will be compatible with the
historic materials, features, size,
scale and proportion, and massing
to protect the integrity of the
property and its environment.
impact on any existing spatial relationships. The
materials will be darker in color than the existing
buildings, but will be in similar placement and reflect a
similar effect.
10. New additions and adjacent or
related new construction will be
undertaken in such a manner that, if
removed in the future, the essential
form and integrity of the historic
property and its environment would
be unimpaired.
X The new mausoleum will be detached from all other
structures at the property and so can be removed in
the future without any disturbance.
CORRESPONDENCE
No correspondence has been received by Staff as of the date of the creation of this Staff report.
OPTIONS
The Planning Commission has the following options:
1. Adopt the Resolution to Approve the requested Major Environmental and Design Review
Permit.
2. Adopt the Resolution with modifications, changes, or additional conditions of approval.
3. Continue the applications to allow the applicant to address any of the Commission’s
comments or concerns
4. Deny the proposed project and direct staff to return with a revised Resolutions of denial.
ATTACHMENTS
A. Draft Resolution to Approve the requested Major Environmental and Design Review Permit
B. General Plan Consistency Table
C. Zoning Ordinance Consistency Table
D. Architectural Plans – Submitted September 12, 2024
E. Historic Resource Evaluation
Attachment A
RESOLUTION NO. 25-03
RESOLUTION OF THE SAN RAFAEL PLANNING COMMISSION TO APPROVE THE
REQUESTED ENVIRONMENTAL AND DESIGN REVIEW (ED25-009) FOR A NEW
GARDEN MAUSOLEUM AT MT. OLIVET CEMETERY, 270 LOS RANCHITOS ROAD
APN: 175-250-15
WHEREAS, on December 20, 2023 Monica J. Williams (Holy Cross Cemeteries)
submitted a request for an Environmental and Design Review Permit for or a new Garden
Mausoleum totaling 2,244 square-feet at the Mount Olivet Cemetery at 270 Los Ranchitos
Road (APN 175-250-15 (“Project”); and
WHEREAS, on May 27, 2025 the San Rafael Planning Commission held a duly
noticed public hearing on the proposed new construction, accepting all oral and written
public testimony and the written report of the Community Development Department staff
(the “Record”).
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, based on the Record, the Planning
Commission makes the following findings relating to the Environmental and Design
Review (ED25-009):
ENVIRONMENTAL AND DESIGN REVIEW FINDINGS
(ED25-009)
A. The project design is in accord with the general plan, the objectives of the
zoning ordinance and the purposes of this chapter:
The Project is consistent with allowable uses and encouraged design standards
for the site and surrounding neighborhood as prescribed in General Plan 2040 and
the zoning code.
See Exhibit B and Exhibit C for a complete analysis of the Project ‘s consistency
with applicable General Plan goals, policies and programs as well as the zoning
ordinance. Conditions of approval will ensure consistency will all applicable
standards.
B. The project design is consistent with all applicable site, architecture and
landscaping design criteria and guidelines for the district in which the site
is located:
The Project meets the required property development standards for the
Public/Quasi-Public (P/QP) district and is consistent with the review criteria of San
Rafael Municipal Code (SRMC) Section 14.25.050.
C. The project design minimizes adverse environmental impacts :
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The Project is limited to an existing graded portion of the site and will not require
additional grading.
D. The project design will not be detrimental to the public health, safety or
welfare, nor materially injurious to properties or improvements in the
vicinity:
The Project has been reviewed by the San Rafael Fire Department, the Building
Division, and the Department of Public Works. The project will be built in
accordance with the applicable California Building Code and conditions of
approval have been incorporated to ensure the project will not be detrimental to
the public health, safety, or welfare, nor materially injurious to properties or
improvements in the project vicinity.
CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (CEQA) FINDING
(ED25-009)
The Project is determined to be exempt from the requirements of the California
Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to pursuant to Section 15303 of the
CEQA Guidelines (New Construction or Conversion of Small Structures) and Section
15331 of the CEQA Guidelines (Historical Resource Restoration/Rehabilitation) as the
activity in question will not have a significant effect on the environment.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Planning Commission
hereby approves the Environmental and Design Review (ED25-009), subject to the
following conditions:
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
(ED25-009)
1. Conditions Shall be Printed on Plans. The conditions of this Permit shall be printed
on the second sheet of each plan set submitted for a building permit. Additional
sheets may also be used if the second sheet is not of sufficient size to list all of the
conditions. The sheet(s) containing the conditions shall be of the same size as
those sheets containing the construction drawings; 8 -1/2” by 11” sheets are not
acceptable.
2. Applicant Responsible for Compliance with Conditions. The applicant shall ensure
compliance with all of the following conditions, including submittal to the project
planner of required approval signatures at the times specified. Failure to comply
with any condition may result in construction being stopped, i ssuance of a citation,
and/or modification or other remedies.
3. Plans and Representations Become Conditions. All information and
representations, whether oral or written, including the building techniques,
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materials, elevations and appearance of the Project, as presented at the Planning
Commission meeting dated May 27, 2025 shall be the same as required for the
issuance of a building permit, except as modified by these conditions of approval.
Minor modifications or revisions to the Project shall be subject to review and
approval by Director. Modifications deemed not minor by the Director may require
review and approval as an amendment to the Environmental and Design Review
Permit.
4. Subject to All Applicable Laws and Regulations. The Project is subject to, and shall
comply with, all applicable City Ordinances and laws and regulations of other
governmental agencies. Prior to any construction, the applicant shall identify and
secure all applicable permits from the Planning and Building Division s, Public
Works Department and other affected City divisions and departments.
5. Construction Hours: Consistent with the City of San Rafael Municipal Code Section
8.13.050.A, construction hours shall be limited to 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Monday
through Friday and 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Saturdays. Construction shall not be
permitted on Sundays or City-observed holidays. Construction activities shall
include delivery of materials, hauling materials off-site; startup of construction
equipment engines, arrival of construction workers, paying of radios and other
noises caused by equipment and/or construction workers arriving at, or working
on, the site.
6. Discovery of Cultural, Archaeological or Paleontological Resources or Human
Remains. If, during the course of construction potential resources or remains are
found: all work is to stop within 100 feet of the finding and may not continue until
the appropriate action listed below is satisfied.
A. If it is a cultural, archaeological or paleontological resource: the City of
San Rafael and a qualified archeologist are to be notified immediately. The
qualified archeologist will contact Federated Indians of Graton Rancheria
(FIGR) and the Planning Division and coordinate the appropriate evaluation
of the find and implement any additional treatment or protection, if required.
No work shall occur in the vicinity until approved by the qualified
archeologist, FIGR and Planning staff.
B. If human remains are encountered during any project-related activity, all
work is to halt within 100 feet of the project and the project sponsor shall
contact both Planning staff and the County Coroner. If the County Coroner
determines that the human remains are of Native American origin, the
Planning staff shall notify FIGR within 24 -hours of such identification who
will work with Planning staff to determine the proper treatment of the
remains.
7. Notice of Fees Protest The applicant may protest any fees, dedications,
reservations, or other exactions imposed by the City as part of the approval or as
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a condition of approval of this development. Per California Government Code
Section 66020, this 90-day protest period has begun as of the date of the approval
of this application.
8. Term of Approval. This Design Review Permit (ED25-009) shall be valid for two
years from the date of approval of the City Council, and shall be null and void if a
building permit is not exercised or a time extension granted prior to the expiration
date. A permit for the construction of a building or structure is deemed exercised
when a valid City building permit, if required, is issued, and construction has
lawfully commenced.
9. Landscaping Shall Be Maintained. All landscaping at the site shall be maintained
in good condition in perpetuity and any dead or dying plants, bushes, or trees shall
be replaced with new healthy stock of a size compatible with the remainder of the
growth at the time of replacement to the satisfaction of the Directo r.
10. Landscaping and irrigation plans shall comply with Marin Municipal Water District's
(MMWD) water conservation rules and regulations. Any new landscaping must
meet the Marin Municipal Water District's (MMWD) water conservation rules and
regulations. For projects that are required to provide a water -efficient landscape
pursuant to Section 14.16.370 of the San Rafael Municipal Code, the applicant
shall prepare a landscape plan and supportive materials that comply with the Marin
Municipal Water District (MMWD) Ordinance No. 414, and future amendments as
adopted. Prior to the issuance of a grading permit, the applicant shall provide
written verification of plan approval from MMWD.
11. Mechanical Equipment to be Screened. All mechanical equipment (i.e., air
conditioning units, meters and transformers) and appurtenances not entirely
enclosed within the structure (on side of building or roof) shall be screened from
public view. The method used to accomplish the screening shall be indicated on
the building plans and approved by the Planning Division prior to issuance of a
building permit.
12. Exterior Lighting. All exterior lighting shall be energy efficient where feasible; and
shielded and directed downward and away from property lines to prevent
excessive glare beyond the subject property.
The foregoing Resolution was adopted at the regular City of San Rafael Planning
Commission meeting held on the 27th day of May, 2025.
AYES: COMMISSIONERS
NOES:
ABSENT:
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SAN RAFAEL PLANNING COMMISSION
ATTEST: BY:
__________________________________ ________________________________
Margaret Kavanaugh-Lynch, Secretary Chair Mercado
ATTACHMENT B
ANALYSIS OF PROJECT CONSISTENCY WITH SAN RAFAEL GENERAL PLAN 2040
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LAND USE ELEMENT
Policy LU-2-1: Land Use Map and Categories
Use the General Plan Map as the framework for future land use
decisions. The Map displays the distribution of different land use
categories in the San Rafael Planning Area. Each category is
associated with a particular set of uses and densities/ intensity
standards. All proposed projects must meet these standards, as
well as other applicable standards established by the City’s zoning
regulations. Some uses in each category are “conditional,”
meaning they are allowed only in limited areas or may be subject
to specific conditions
Consistent
The use of a cemetery is permitted in the Parks, Recreation, and
Open Space designation.
NEIGHBORHOODS ELEMENT
Policy NH-4.1: North San Rafael
Maintain North San Rafael’s character as an attractive, suburban
community with a strong sense of community identity and easy
access to well-managed open space and parks, convenient
shopping and services, and excellent schools. The City is
committed to protecting and restoring North San Rafael’s natural
environment, investing in multi-modal transportation improvements
that make it easier to get around, creating new gathering places
and activity centers, sustaining business vitality, and creating new
housing options that respond to diverse community needs. Plans
for North San Rafael need to recognize that this is a distinct and
unique part of San Rafael. Standards for density, design, traffic,
and parking shall be tailored to reflect local context. North San
Rafael residents will be invited to have a voice
Consistent
The new mausoleum will support the continued use of the
cemetery and will not have a significant impact on the surrounding
neighborhood.
Policy NH-4.2: North San Rafael Town Center
Strengthen the role of the North San Rafael Town Center as an
attractive, thriving heart for the North San Rafael community: an
economically viable centerpiece of commerce and activity with
diverse activities for persons of all ages. This should include
revitalizing Northgate Mall and surrounding business areas by
Consistent
The existing use of the cemetery is an existing use and supports a
mix of uses in the neighborhood.
ATTACHMENT B
ANALYSIS OF PROJECT CONSISTENCY WITH SAN RAFAEL GENERAL PLAN 2040
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encouraging: a) A distinctive and vibrant mix of uses, consistent
with the area’s characteristics b) A variety of high-quality stores,
entertainment uses, and services to foster local patronage and
adapt to the ongoing evolution of retail and commercial activities c)
Upgrading of anchor and specialty stores, including an additional
high-quality retail anchor if needed for economic vitality, consistent
with traffic circulation standards d) Nightlife activities, such as a
late-night restaurant or coffee shops that harmonize with existing
activities e) Upgrading the appearance of the buildings a nd
landscaping f) Additional outdoor public places that support public
gatherings and public art g) Continued community services, which
may include an expanded public library h) Completion of the North
San Rafael Promenade through the site i) Allowing the addition of
housing, including maximizing the potential for affordable housing
The scale of any improvements should be compatible with the
surrounding community and should not exceed infrastructure
capacity. New or expanded structures should demonstrate how
views, sightlines, visual integrity, and character will be impacted
and addressed. Promenade improvements described in the North
San Rafael Promenade Conceptual Plan (2002) should be
included in any substantial rehabilitation or expansion of the Mall.
Opportunities to include green infrastructure and low impact
development (LID) methods also should be pursued.
Policy NH-4.3: Design Excellence
Encourage harmonious and aesthetically pleasing design for new
and existing development in the Town Center area, including
upgrading of landscaping, signage, lighting. and building design.
Uses on the perimeter of the area should “step down” in height
and intensity along edges where the Town Center adjoins lower-
density residential uses.
Consistent
The design of the new mausoleum will be harmonious to the
existing site and the immediately surrounding environment by
reflecting the existing materials used at the site and respecting the
height limits of the district .
COMMUNITY DESIGN AND PRESERVATION ELEMENT
Policy CDP-1.1: City Image Consistent
The proposed new structure is sited so as not to disturb any
existing historic portions of the site. The new structure will
ATTACHMENT B
ANALYSIS OF PROJECT CONSISTENCY WITH SAN RAFAEL GENERAL PLAN 2040
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Reinforce San Rafael’s image by respecting the city’s natural
features, protecting its historic resources, and strengthening its
focal points, gateways, corridors, and neighborhoods.
additionally respect and support the existing historic site through
the compatible design of the structure with others existing at the
site.
Policy CDP-2.1: Neighborhoods, Districts, and Centers
Strengthen San Rafael’s identity as a community of unique
centers, neighborhoods, corridors, and districts. Design decisions
should maintain Downtown as a historic, walkable center; preserve
the integrity and character of residential neighborhoods; and
improve the appearance and function of mixed use districts such
as the North San Rafael Town Center.
Consistent
The project will respect and support the existing historic site and
natural characteristics.
Policy CDP-2.3: Neighborhood Identity and Character.
Recognize, preserve, and enhance the positive qualities that
shape neighborhood identity. Development standards should
respect neighborhood context and scale and preserve design
elements that contribute to neighborhood livability. Standards
should also provide the flexibility for innovative design and new
types of construction. Code enforcement and City programs
should maintain community standards and the integrity of buildings
and landscapes.
Consistent
The project will respect and support the existing historic site and
be in scale with existing buildings at the site and existing
surrounding developments.
Policy CDP-4.2: Public Involvement in Design Review
Provide for public involvement in design review through effective
noticing, adequate comment timelines, and clear project review
opportunities, while still achieving development streamlining
objectives.
Consistent
The project will be duly noticed pursuant to San Rafael Municipal
Code (SRMC) Chapter 14.29.
Goal CDP-5: Protection of Cultural Heritage
Protect and maintain San Rafael’s historic and archaeological resources as visible reminders of the city’s cultural heritage. As
a mission city established over 200 years ago, San Rafael values its history and the people, places, and buildings that have
shaped it. Historic preservation provides a strong sense of place and civic identity, bolsters the city’s economy, and supports
local sustainability goals.
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ANALYSIS OF PROJECT CONSISTENCY WITH SAN RAFAEL GENERAL PLAN 2040
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Policy CDP-5.1 Historic Buildings and Areas
Preserve buildings and areas with special and recognized historic,
architectural or aesthetic value, including but not limited to those
on the San Rafael Historical/Architectural Survey. New
development and redevelopment should respect architecturally
and historically significant buildings and areas.
Consistent
The proposed project is consistent with the Secretary of the
Interior’s Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties with
Guidelines for Preserving, Rehabilitating, Restoring, and
Reconstructing Historic Buildings (Secretary of the Interior’s
Standards for Rehabilitation).
Policy CDP-5.6: Protecting the Integrity of Historic Properties
Ensure that modifications to designated historic properties,
including additions, alterations, and new structures, are visually
compatible with the property’s contributing features, as defined by
the San Rafael Municipal Code.
Consistent
The proposed project is consistent with the Secretary of the
Interior’s Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties with
Guidelines for Preserving, Rehabilitating, Restoring, and
Reconstructing Historic Buildings (Secretary of the Interior’s
Standards for Rehabilitation) as described in Table A of the staff
report.
Policy CDP-5.7: Maintenance of Historic Properties
Strongly support the maintenance of historic properties and avoid
their deterioration to the point where rehabilitation is no longer
feasible (e.g., “demolition by neglect”).
Consistent
The proposed project is consistent with the Secretary of the
Interior’s Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties with
Guidelines for Preserving, Rehabilitating, Restoring, and
Reconstructing Historic Buildings (Secretary of the Interior’s
Standards for Rehabilitation) as described in Table A of the staff
report.
P A R K S, R E C R E A T I O N, A N D O P E N S P A C E E L E M E N T
Policy PROS-1.10: Historic Preservation and Parks
Incorporate historic and cultural resources into the City park
system, including publicly-owned historic homes and the grounds
around them. Where public operation of such properties is
infeasible, encourage their management, operation, and
programming by non-profit organizations.
Consistent
The proposed project is consistent with the Secretary of the
Interior’s Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties with
Guidelines for Preserving, Rehabilitating, Restoring, and
Reconstructing Historic Buildings (Secretary of the Interior’s
Standards for Rehabilitation) as described in Table A of the staff
report.
Policy PROS-3.5: Private Open Space
Ensure the long-term stewardship of privately-owned open space
in a manner that conserves natural resource and aesthetic values,
sustains wildlife, and reduces hazards to life and property.
Consistent
The proposed project includes condition of approval #9 that
requires all landscaping at the site be maintained in good
condition in perpetuity and any dead or dying plants, bushes,
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ANALYSIS OF PROJECT CONSISTENCY WITH SAN RAFAEL GENERAL PLAN 2040
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Opportunities to better integrate common open space in private
development with public open space (via trails, etc.) should be
encouraged.
or trees shall be replaced with new healthy stock of a size
compatible with the remainder of the growth at the time of
replacement to the satisfaction of the Director.
ATTACHMENT C
ANALYSIS OF PROJECT CONSISTENCY WITH TITLE 14 – ZONING
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CHAPTER 14.09 – PUBLIC/QUASI-PUBLIC DISTRICT
14.09.020 - Land use regulations (P/QP)
Consistent
Cemetery use is permitted-by-right
14.09.030 – Property Development Standards
(P/QP)
Consistent
The project is consistent with the property development standards required in the P/QP district
as discussed in the staff report.
CHAPTER 14.25 – ENVIRONMENTAL AND DESIGN REVIEW PERMITS
14.25.090 - Findings
A. The project design is in accord with the
general plan, the objectives of the zoning
ordinance and the purposes of this
chapter;
Consistent
The addition of a new mausoleum at the existing cemetery site is consistent with allowable
uses and encouraged design standards for the site and surrounding neighborhood as
prescribed in General Plan 2040 and the zoning code.
B. The project design is consistent with all
applicable site, architecture and
landscaping design criteria and guidelines
for the district in which the site is located;
Consistent
The project meets the required property development standards for the Public/Quasi-Public
(P/QP) district and is consistent with the review criteria of SRMC Section 14.25.050, as
discussed in the staff report.
C. The project design minimizes adverse
environmental impacts; and
Consistent
The project is limited to an existing graded portion of the site and will not require additional
grading.
D. The project design will not be detrimental
to the public health, safety or welfare, nor
materially injurious to properties or
improvements in the vicinity.
Consistent
The Project, as proposed and as conditioned, furthers the purposes of this chapter and
therefore is not detrimental to the public health, safety or welfare, nor materially injurious to
properties or improvements in the vicinity. Additionally, the project has been initially reviewed
by the Building Division, the Fire Department, and the Department of Public Works and will be
required to obtain building permits prior to construction and such will be further reviewed by
all relevant departments.
MAX. ALLOWABLE BUILDING AREA: 26,000 SF per FLOOR
OCCUPANCY CLASSIFICATION: STORAGE S-2 (LOW HAZARD)
LOCATION: SAN RAFAEL, CALIFORNIA
TYPE OF CONSTRUCTION: TYPE II-B (non-sprinklered)
DOOR NUMBER
ELEVATION INDICATOR
PLAN DETAIL INDICATOR
SECTION CUT INDICATOR
WINDOW TYPEA
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McFPAV
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ARCHITECT
PATRICK L. FLY
Expires: March 31, 2025
California Registration No. 10065
MOUNT OLIVET
CATHOLIC
CEMETERY
PROPOSED
GARDEN
MAUSOLEUM
ROMAN CATHOLIC
ARCHDIOCESE OF
SAN FRANCISCO
270 LOS
RANCHITOS ROAD
SAN RAFAEL,
CALIFORNIA
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MAX. BUILDING HEIGHT = 55 FT. PROPOSED = 16'-7"
MAX. NO. OF ALLOWABLE FLOORS = 3 PROPOSED = 1
OWNER:ARCHITECT:
STRUCTURAL ENGINEER:
McF ARCHITECTS, INC.
723 CHURCH STREET
BUFORD, GEORGIA 30518
770.447.9345
contact - Patrick L.Fly
HAINES GIPSON & ASSOCIATES, INC.
1550 North Brown Road, Suite 145
770.491.7550
contact - Randy Gipson
Lawrenceville, GA 30043
SOILS & GEOLOGY ENGINEER:
MICHELUCCI & ASSOCIATES, INC.
1801 MURCHISON DRIVE, SUITE #88
BURLINGAME, CA 94010
650.692.0163
contact - John Petroff / Joseph Michelucci
PROPOSED BUILDING SHALL BE IN COMPLIANCE WITH:
THE 2022 CALIFORNIA BUILDING STANDARDS CODE
(and applicable City Code Amendments)
FIRE DEPT. NOTES
SURVEYOR & CIVIL ENGINEER:
KREUZER CONSULTING GROUP
18872 MacArthur Boulevard, Suite 210
714.656.0160
contact - Rick Kreuzer
Irvine, CA 92612
OCCUPANT LOAD = N/A (BUILDING IS NOT ENCLOSED)
09.27.23
A0.0
COVER SHEET
VICINITY MAP NORTH
ROMAN CATHOLIC ARCHDIOCESE
MOUNT OLIVET CATHOLIC CEMETERY
270 LOS RANCHITOS ROAD
415.479.9020
DIRECTORY
CODE SUMMARY
1.DURING THE CONSTRUCTION OF THIS PROJECT, THE SITE ADDRESS SHALL BE CLEARLY POSTED AT
THE JOB SITE ENTRANCE. NUMBERS SHALL BE A MINIMUM OF 24 INCHES IN HEIGHT.
2.DISPLAY ADDRESS:
A. STREET NUMBERS SHALL BE DISPLAYED IN A PROMINENT LOCATION ON THE ADDRESS SIDE OF
BUILDING AND REAR ACCESS IF APPLICABLE. NUMBERS AND LETTERS SHALL BE A MINIMUM OF 12
INCHES IN HEIGHT FOR BUILDINGS UP TO 25 FEET IN HEIGHT, AND 24 INCHES IN HEIGHT FOR
BUILDINGS EXCEEDING 25 FEET IN HEIGHT.
B. ALL ADDRESSING MUST BE LEGIBLE, OF A CONTRASTING COLOR, AND ADEQUATELY ILLUMINATED
TO BE VISIBLE FROM THE STREET AT ALL HOURS. ALL LETTERING SHALL BE TO ARCHITECTURAL
STANDARDS.
3.ALL FIRE ACCESS ROADS WILL BE CAPABLE OF SUPPORTING THE IMPOSED LOAD OF AT LEAST 75,000
LBS AND WILL NOT EXCEED 10% GRADE. ALL FEATURES OF THE FIRE ACCESS ROADS INCLUDING
TURNING RADIUS AND DEAD UND DESIGN WILL BE IN ACCORDANCE WITH CFC 503 AND APPENDIX D.
4.CEMETERY IS OPEN DURING DAYLIGHT HOURS ONLY.SAN RAFAEL, CA 94903
270 LOS RANCHITOS RIOAD
PROPOSED GARDEN MAUSOLEUM
MOUNT OLIVET CATHOLIC CEMETERY
PROJECT DATA
1.CONTRACTOR SHALL EXTEND ALL UTILITIES 5'-0" BEYOND THE EDGE OF
CONCRETE SIDEWALKS. OWNER IS RESPONSIBLE FOR BRINGING ALL
REQUIRED UTILITIES TO THE SITE AND CONNECTING THOSE UTILITIES TO
THE BUILDING.
2.THE CONSTRUCTION SHALL NOT RESTRICT A FIVE-FOOT CLEAR AND
UNOBSTRUCTED ACCESS TO ANY WATER OR POWER DISTRIBUTION
FACILITIES (POWER POLES, PULL-BOXES, TRANSFORMERS, VAULTS, PUMPS,
VALVES, METERS, APPURTENANCES, ETC.) OR TO THE LOCATION OF THE
HOOK-UP. THE CONSTRUCTION SHALL NOT BE WITHIN THE FEET OF ANY
POWER LINES, WHETHER OR NOT THE LINES ARE LOCATED ON THE
PROPERTY. FAILURE TO COMPLY MAY CAUSE CONSTRUCTION DELAYS
AND/OR ADDITIONAL EXPENSES.
3.ALL IRRIGATION AND LANDSCAPING WORK BY OWNER (N.I.C.)
4.IRRIGATION SYSTEMS SHALL BE DESIGNED AND MAINTAINED TO PREVENT
SPRAY ON STRUCTURES, BY OWNER (N.I.C.)
SCOPE OF WORK
GRADING & BUILDING PERMITS FOR :
ABOVE-GROUND BURIAL SPACES IN PROPOSED
GARDEN MAUSOLEUM / COLUMBARIUM BUILDING
IN EXISTING CEMETERY
GENERAL NOTES
DRAWING INDEX
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CIVIL ELECTRICAL
ABBREVIATIONS
LEGEND
REVISIONS
DATE AFFECTED SHEETS BY EXPLANATION
PAV INTERWEST CORRECTION LIST
STRUCTURAL
S0.0 STRUCTURAL GENERAL NOTES & DETAILS
S1.0 FOUNDATION PLAN
S2.0 TYPICAL CRYPT REINFORCING DETAILS & NOTES
MECHANICAL
THE 2022 CALIFORNIA PLUMBING CODE
THE 2022 CALIFORNIA FIRE CODE
No.
ARCHITECTURAL
A1.0 FLOOR PLAN & PLAN DETAILS
A2.0 ROOF DRAINAGE PLAN
A3.0 BUILDING SECTIONS & ELEVATIONS
A4.0 STONE ANCHORING DETAILS
A0.1 ARCHITECTURAL SITE PLAN
A5.0 STORM DRAINAGE PLAN
NOT REQUIRED / N.I.C.
PLUMBING NOT REQUIRED / N.I.C.
NOT REQUIRED / N.I.C.
OF SAN FRANCISCO
SAN RAFAEL, CA 94903
PROPOSED BUILDING AREA: 2,244 S.F. (unnoccupiable - crypts and niches)
MT. OLIVET CEMETERY
A1.1 FLOOR PLAN FINISH FLOOR CONCRETE ELEVATIONS
REVISION TAG1
ELEVATION MARK
100
AREA CALCULATION
S1.1 FOUNDATION PLAN
S1.2 FOUNDATION PLAN
S2.1 TYPICAL CRYPT REINFORCING DETAILS & NOTES
C1.0 GRADING AND DRAINAGE PLAN
C2.0 GRADING CROSS SECTIONS, CROSS SECTION INDEX MAP
C3.0 GRADING CROSS SECTIONS, STA 10+00 TO STA 11+09
C4.0 GRADING CROSS SECTIONS, STA 11+30 TO STA 12+40
C5.0 GRADING CROSS SECTIONS, STA 12+61 TO STA 13+27
C6.0 CONSTRUCTION DETAILS
THE 2022 GREEN BUILDING STANDARDS CODE
1 09-27-2023 INTERWEST CORRECTION LIST
SRF-B2309-057
1
CGC-1 2022 CALGREEN VERIFICATION GUIDELINES
1
1
1 A0.0, CGC-1, CGC-2, A1.0, A0.1,
S0.0, S1.1, S1.2, S2.0, S2.1 CGC-2 2022 CALGREEN CODE TABLES 5.504.4.1, 5.504.4.2 and 5.504.4.3
contact - Monica Williams
ADDITIONAL CALGREEN NOTES
1
PER 5.408.8 THE CONTRACTOR SHALL UTILIZE A WASTE MANAGEMENT
COMPANY THAT CAN PROVIDE VERIFIABLE DOCUMENTATION THAT THE
PERCENTAGE OF CONSTRUCTION AND DEMOLITION WASTE DIVERTED FROM
THE LAND FILL COMPLIES WITH SECTION 5.408.8.
PER 5.408.8 100 PERCENT OF TREES, STUMPS, ROCKS, AND ASSOCIATED
VEGETATION AND SOILS RESULTING PRIMARILY FROM LAND CLEARING, SHALL
BE REUSED OR RECYCLED. FOR A PHASED PROJECT, SUCH MATERIAL MAY BE
STOCKPILED ON SITE UNTIL THE STORAGE SITE IS DEVELOPED.
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AUGUST 8, 2023
McFPAV
2313
ARCHITECT
PATRICK L. FLY
Expires: March 31, 2025
California Registration No. 10065
MOUNT OLIVET
CATHOLIC
CEMETERY
PROPOSED
GARDEN
MAUSOLEUM
ROMAN CATHOLIC
ARCHDIOCESE OF
SAN FRANCISCO
270 LOS
RANCHITOS ROAD
SAN RAFAEL,
CALIFORNIA
94903
L
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AND#4 VERT. BARS @ 12" O.C.
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SCALE: 1/2" = 1'-0"
PLAN DETAIL2
A1.0
NORTH
Job No.
Sheet No.
Sheet Title
Date
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2313
ARCHITECT
PATRICK L. FLY
Expires: March 31, 2025
California Registration No. 10065
MOUNT OLIVET
CATHOLIC
CEMETERY
PROPOSED
GARDEN
MAUSOLEUM
ROMAN CATHOLIC
ARCHDIOCESE OF
SAN FRANCISCO
270 LOS
RANCHITOS ROAD
SAN RAFAEL,
CALIFORNIA
94903
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A R CH
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PA T R I C K L
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ENTIRE STRUCTURE
TYPICAL TROUGH
REFER TO SHEET A1.1 FOR FINISH FLOOR ELEVATIONS
AND SLOPES AT CONCRETE WALKWAY.
1
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39.33' T.O.L.
39.0' F.S.
39.33' T.O.L.
38.10' F.S.
38.03' T.O.L.
37.70' F.S.
39.93' T.O.
CRYPT SLAB
39.37'
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38.08'
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38.90' F.S.
39.00' T.O.C.
38.50' F.S.
41.20' T.O.
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37.70' T.O.C.
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39.76' T.O.L.
ALL AROUND
NICHES
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38.47' T.O.L.
ALL AROUND
NICHES
41.16'
F.S.
41.16'
F.S.
41.04'
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40.98'
F.S.
40.83'
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40.83'
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40.71'
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39.25'
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39.43'
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F.S.
39.04'
F.S.
39.10'
F.S.
39.21'
F.S.
38.14'
F.S.
38.04'
F.S.
37.98'
F.S.37.90
F.S.
37.80
F.S.
37.96
F.S.
37.86
F.S.2
%
M
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2
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38.63' T.O.
CRYPT SLA
B
41.53' T.O.
CRYPT SLAB
EXISTING
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EXISTING
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2.85%
1.78% 2.12% 1.73%
1.18%
S
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(S) SLOPE PER GRADING PLAN C1.0
S
S S
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40.93' T.O.L.
40.00' F.S.
40.00' T.O.C.
39.50' F.S.
38.55' T.O.C.
38.05' F.S.
39.33' T.O.L.
38.55' F.S.
38.10' T.O.C.
37.60' F.S.
37.45' T.O.C.
36.95' F.S.
38.03' T.O.C.
37.45' F.S.
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37.18'
F.S.37.13'
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37.07'
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36.48'
F.S.
36.42'
F.S.
37.93'
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38.63' T.O.
CRYPT SLA
B
1.18%
0.86%
0.94%
0.87
%
1.42
%
(S) SLOPE PER GRADING PLAN C1.0
S
S
S
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37.45' T.O.C.
36.95' F.S.
38.03' T.O.C.
37.45' F.S.
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SCALE: 1/8" = 1'-0"
FLOOR PLAN1
A1.1
NORTH
A1.1
FLOOR PLAN FINISH
CONC. ELEVATIONS
Job No.
Sheet No.
Sheet Title
Date
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McFPAV
2313
ARCHITECT
PATRICK L. FLY
Expires: March 31, 2025
California Registration No. 10065
MOUNT OLIVET
CATHOLIC
CEMETERY
PROPOSED
GARDEN
MAUSOLEUM
ROMAN CATHOLIC
ARCHDIOCESE OF
SAN FRANCISCO
270 LOS
RANCHITOS ROAD
SAN RAFAEL,
CALIFORNIA
94903
L
IC E N
A R CH
I
C
T
S
F AC L I F O R NT
A
T
E
O
T
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10065
PA T R I C K L
F
L
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S E D
AI
SCALE: 1/8" = 1'-0"
FLOOR PLAN2
A1.1
NORTH
F.F. ELEVATIONS
42'-4" (TYP. CRYPT BUILDING)
RL
19'-81
4"
3
°
23'-01
4" (TYP. NICHE STRUCTURE)
1
2" EXP. JT.1
2" EXP. JT.
42'-4" TYP. CRYP
T
23'-01
4" (TYP. NICHE STRUCTURE)
1
2" EXP. JT.1
2" EXP. JT.
3°
3°3
°
10
"
512"
C
U
R
B
8'
-
3
1 2"
51
2" CURB 51
2" CURB
71
4"
42'-4" TYP. CR
Y
P
T
1
2" EXP. JT.
1
2" EXP. JT.1
2" EXP. JT.
1
2" EXP. JT.
6"
7'
-
6
"
2'-8"
TYP.
31
2"
42'-4" (TYP. CRYPT BUILDING)
22'-2" (TYP. NICHE STRUCTURE
)
REFER TO PLAN 2/A1.0 FOR DET
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22'-2" (TYP. NICHE STRUCTUR
E
)
REFER TO PLAN 2/A1.0 FOR D
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A
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512"
C
U
R
B
VTRVTR
CRYPT VENT COLLECTOR
2'-0"
OS
2CM POL STONE TOP
OVER NICHE STRUCTURES
SLOPE AS SHOWN
2CM POL STONE TOP
OVER NICHE STRUCTURES
SLOPE AS SHOWN
C CC
RD
WIDTH OF SCUPPER OPENING: 6"
HEIGHT OF SCUPPER OPENING: 3"
NOTE:
6"
3"
2"
BOTTOM OF SCUPPER TO BE
SET AT 2" MAX. ABOVE
PRE-FINISHED METAL
SCUPPER W/ FLANGE
SHALL BE 3" MINIMUM
SCUPPER. THE EXTENSION
TO THE EXTENSION OF THE
SCUPPER OPENING IS EQUAL
NOTE: H=E, HEIGHT OF THEH
E
ROOF DRAIN ELEVATION
ROOFING MEMBRANE
ROOF FLASHING
PRE-FINISHED METAL SCUPPER:SCUPPER DRAIN
Z-189 BY ZURN OR
APPROVED EQUAL,
SEE DETAIL 8/A5.1
SYNTHETIC STUCCO
OVER
ALL EXPOSED
CONCRETE
SURFACES, TYP.,
U.N.O.
CAP FLASHING
OVER P.T. NAILER
CAP FLASHING
OVER P.T. NAILER
51
2"41
2"
10"
SCUPPER DRAIN
Z-189 BY ZURN OR
APPROVED EQUAL
6"
mi
n
.
2"
8"
4"
OVERFLOW SCUPPER
BEYOND, SET AT 2"
MAX. ABOVE ROOF
DRAIN ELEV.
PROFILE OF 512" CONC.
CURB BEYOND
T.O. NAILER
112"
CONT. METAL
FLASHING CAP
EXTEND ROOFING
MEMBRANE UP CURB
AND OVER NAILER
3"Ø ROOF
LEADER
(O.S.) OVERFLOW SCUPPER,
SET AT 2" MAX. ABOVE
ROOF DRAIN ELEVATION
6"
SLOPE
SL
O
P
E
PREFINISHED METAL
COPING ABOVE CURB
NOT SHOWN FOR
CLARITY PURPOSES
10
"
512"
SLOPE
412"CANT
4"
SCUPPER DRAIN
Z-189 BY ZURN OR
APPROVED EQUAL
CANT
512" WIDE
CONCRETE
CURB
2'-0"
9"1'-3"
EXTEND ROOFING
MEMBRANE UP CURB
AND OVER NAILER
3"
6"
512" WIDE
CONCRETE
CURB
3"Ø PVC ROOF LEADER,
SCHEDULE 40
ROOF PLAN GENERAL NOTES
ROOF PLAN LEGEND
R.D. =ZURN Z189 SCUPPER DRAIN
1 4" PER FOOT (MIN.) TYP. ROOF SLOPE, U.N.O.
V.T.R. =
3. ALL DIMENSIONS ARE TO FACE OF CONCRETE, U.N.O.
CONCRETE ROOF ASSEMBLY: SINGLE-PLY MODIFIED ROOFING SYSTEM
ON SLOPED CONCRETE DECKS.
ACTUAL THICKNESS OF CONCRETE ROOF SLAB AT THE DRAINS IS
ASSUMED TO BE 6" MIN.
4.
CRYPT VENT COLLECTOR IN ROOF DECK
5.
CRYPT VENT RELIEF THROUGH ROOF, SEE SHEET A4.0
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION.
ROOF DRAINAGE HAS BEEN DESIGNED SO THAT ALL AREAS HAVE AT
LEAST A 1/4" PER FOOT SLOPE TOWARDS ROOF DRAINS.
6.
S
(PER ASPE DATA TABLE 4-1)
1. THE ROOF DRAIN SYSTEM HAS BEEN DESIGNED TO ACCOMMODATE A
2. FOR THE PURPOSE OF SIZING ROOF DRAINS, CONDUCTORS, LEADERS,
(ORD. 2019-0052 SECTION 8; ORD. 2014-0001 9; ORD. 2011-026 5.
3.0" MAX. RAINFALL RATE PER HOUR FOR A 10-YEAR, 5 MINUTE STORM
GUTTERS AND STORM SEWERS, THE RAINFALL RATE USED FOR
CALCULATIONS SHALL BE THREE INCHES (3") PER HOUR.
SS SS SS
C #4 BARS @ 16" O.C.E.W. BOTTOM IN MIN. 6" THICK CONC. SLAB
R.L. =3"Ø PVC ROOF LEADER, SCHEDULE 40
SCALE: 1/4" = 1'-0"
ROOF DRAINAGE PLAN1
A2.0
NORTH
A2.0
ROOF DRAINAGE
PLAN & DETAILS
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2313
ARCHITECT
PATRICK L. FLY
Expires: March 31, 2025
California Registration No. 10065
MOUNT OLIVET
CATHOLIC
CEMETERY
PROPOSED
GARDEN
MAUSOLEUM
ROMAN CATHOLIC
ARCHDIOCESE OF
SAN FRANCISCO
270 LOS
RANCHITOS ROAD
SAN RAFAEL,
CALIFORNIA
94903
L
IC E N
A R CH
I
C
T
S
F AC L I F O R NT
A
T
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10065
PA T R I C K L
F
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S E D
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ENTIRE STRUCTURE
TYPICAL TROUGH
PLAN VIEWSECTION
SCALE: 3/4" = 1'-0"
ROOF DRAIN & SCUPPER2
A2.0
ENTIRE STRUCTURE
TYPICAL TROUGH
SCALE: 3/4" = 1'-0"
ROOF DRAIN & SCUPPER3
A2.0
ENTIRE STRUCTURE
TYPICAL TROUGH
EL. 57.33'
T.O. CURB
2CM POL. STONE CRYPT
SHUTTERS AND TRIMS
SYNTHETIC STUCCO FINISH
OVER ALL EXPOSED CONCRETE
SURFACES, TYP. U.N.O.
PRE-FIN. METAL FLASHING W/
METAL CLEATS OVER CONC. CURB
2 CM. POL. STONE NICHE
SHUTTERS AND TRIMS -
REFER TO STONE
FABRICATION DRAWINGS
2 CM. STONE TOP ON
THINSET MORTAR BED
OVER NICHES REFER TO
STONE FABRICATION
DRAWINGS
FEATURE STATUE
BY OWNER
16
'
-
4
3 4"
FINISH SURFACE DATUM SHOWN ON EXTERIOR
BUILDINGS ELEVATIONS ARE TAKEN AT FACE OF
BUILDING INTERFACING WITH CONCRETE SIDEWALK
REFER TO SHEET A1.1 FOR FURTHER INFORMATION
5/
A
3
.
0
4"
SYNTHETIC STUCCO FINISH
OVER ALL EXPOSED CONCRETE
SURFACES, TYP. U.N.O.
40.93'
T.O. LEDGE
6/
A
3
.
0
40.93' T.O. LEDGE
39.33' T.O. LEDGE
38.03' T.O. LEDGE
FEATURE STATUE
BY OWNER FEATURE STATUE
BY OWNER
41.50' TOL
@ NICHES
6/
A
3
.
0
SYNTHETIC STUCCO FINISH
OVER ALL EXPOSED CONCRETE
SURFACES, TYP. U.N.O.
SYNTHETIC STUCCO FINISH
OVER ALL EXPOSED CONCRETE
SURFACES, TYP. U.N.O.
16
'
-
4
3 4"
4"
16
'
-
4
3 4"
4"
39.0' BF
38.0' BF
36.5' BF37.0' BF
36.0' BF 36.0' BF
37.0' BF
35.0' BF
41.20' FS 40.60' FS
LEGEND
TOL = TOP OF LEDGE
FS = FINISH SURFACE
BF = BOTTOM OF FOOTING / GRADE BEAM
EL. 55.73'
T.O. CURB EL. 54.43'
T.O. CURB
39.76' TOL
@ NICHES 38.47' TOL
@ NICHES
6/
A
3
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0
5/
A
3
.
0
40.0' FS
39.40' FS 39.0' FS
38.55' FS 38.10' FS 37.70' FS
37.45' FS
2CM POL. STONE CRYPT
SHUTTERS AND TRIMS
2CM POL. STONE CRYPT
SHUTTERS AND TRIMS
SYNTHETIC STUCCO FINISH
OVER ALL EXPOSED CONCRETE
SURFACES, TYP. U.N.O.
PRE-FIN. METAL FLASHING W/
METAL CLEATS OVER CONC. CURB
41.0
40.0
39.0
38.0
37.0
36.0
35.0
38.03' T.O. LEDGE
37.33' T.O. LEDGE 36.73' T.O. LEDGE
FEATURE STATUE
BY OWNER FEATURE STATUE
BY OWNER
5/
A
3
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6/
A
3
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5/
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3
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6/
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6/
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0
SYNTHETIC STUCCO FINISH
OVER ALL EXPOSED CONCRETE
SURFACES, TYP. U.N.O.SYNTHETIC STUCCO FINISH
OVER ALL EXPOSED CONCRETE
SURFACES, TYP. U.N.O.
SYNTHETIC STUCCO FINISH
OVER ALL EXPOSED CONCRETE
SURFACES, TYP. U.N.O.
16
'
-
4
3 4"
4"
16
'
-
4
3 4"
4"
35.0' BF 35.0' BF 34.5' BF 34.0' BF 33.5' BF
EL. 53.73'
T.O. CURB EL. 53.13'
T.O. CURB
EL. 53.13'
T.O. CURB
37.57' TOL
@ NICHES 36.97' TOL
@ NICHES
37.45' FS
37.20' FS 37.0' FS
36.80' FS 36.60' FS 36.40' FS
36.10' FS
35.80' FS
34.5' BF35.0' BF
3
S2.0
1
S2.1
2
S2.1 6
S2.1 3
S2.1
T.O. CURB
REFER TO BLDG
ELEVATIONS
SLOPED DASHED LINE DENOTES
SIDEWALK PROFILE (FRONT OF BLDG) AND/
OR FINISHED GRADES (BACK OF BLDG)
DASHED LINES DENOTE DRILLED, CAST-IN-PLACE,
REINFORCED CONCRETE PIER AND GRADE BEAM
FOUNDATIONS. REFER TO STRUCTURAL PLANS
FOR DESIGN INFORMATION.
BOTTOM OF BEAM STEPS UP
REFER TO NOTE ON PLAN 1/S1.2
1
S2.0
10
S2.1
4
S2.0
2'
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2
"
3"
714"
2'-8"31
2"31
2"
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6/
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5/
A
3
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0
BOTTOM OF BEAM STEPS UP
REFER TO NOTE ON PLAN 1/S1.2
35.0' BF
36.5' BF 36.0' BF 36.0' BF
37.0' BF 37.0' BF
39.0' BF
38.0' BF
39.0' BF
12
S2.1
11
S2.1
SYNTHETIC STUCCO
OVER ALL EXPOSED
CONCRETE SURFACES,
TYP. U.N.O.
PRE-FIN. METAL FLASHING W/
METAL CLEATS OVER CONC. CURB
FIN. GRADES - REFER
TO CIVIL ENGINEERING
DRAWINGS
DRILLED, CAST-IN-PLACE, REINFORCED
CONCRETE PIER AND GRADE BEAM
FOUNDATIONS. REFER TO STRUCTURAL
PLANS FOR DESIGN INFORMATION.
4
S2.1
5
S2.1 9
S2.1
SLOPED DASHED LINE DENOTES
SIDEWALK PROFILE (FRONT OF BLDG) AND/
OR FINISHED GRADES (BACK OF BLDG)
DASHED LINES DENOTE DRILLED, CAST-IN-PLACE,
REINFORCED CONCRETE PIER AND GRADE BEAM
FOUNDATIONS. REFER TO STRUCTURAL PLANS
FOR DESIGN INFORMATION.
7
S2.1 8
S2.1
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33.5' BF34.0' BF34.5' BF34.5' BF35.0' BF35.0' BF
14
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Proposed Garden Mausoleum / Niche Development
Mount Olivet Catholic Cemetery
270 Los Ranchitos Road
San Rafael, CA 94903
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Exterior Granite Crypt and Niche Fronts
Ghiandone 2cm Polished Granite
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“Blonde” SW 6128
M c F ARCHITECTS, INC.
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Ph: 770-447-9345 Fax: 770-263-9562
Proposed Garden Mausoleum / Niche Development
Mount Olivet Catholic Cemetery
270 Los Ranchitos Road
San Rafael, CA 94903
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Exterior Granite Crypt Fronts Ghiandone 2cm Polished
Granite
Exterior Granite Niche Fronts Ghiandone 2cm Polished
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Exterior Granite Trim Baltic Brown 2cm
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Synthetic Stucco “Blonde” SW 6128
(Rear Walls, Fascia, Underside of Overhang )
Broom Finished Concrete Sidewalks
HISTORIC RESOURCE
EVALUATION
for
MOUNT OLIVET CEMETERY
270 LOS RANCHITOS ROAD
SAN RAFAEL, MARIN COUNTY, CALIFORNIA
APN 113-110-068
Prepared for:
Monica J. Williams, Director of Cemeteries
Holy Cross Cemeteries
P.O Box 1577
Colma, CA 94014
Prepared by:
Patrick Lawler, M.A.
Nicholas Radtkey, M.A.
Alta Archaeological Consulting
2681 Cleveland Avenue
Santa Rosa, CA 95403
Project No. ALTA2025-009
Key Words: USGS 7.5’ Novato Quadrangle; 20-acre survey
area; Township 2 North, Range 6 West, Mount Diablo Base and
Meridian; Positive Findings
February 26, 2025
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
I. SUMMARY OF FINDINGS .............................................................................................................................................. 1
II. INTRODUCTION ............................................................................................................................................................. 1
III. PROJECT LOCATION AND DESCRIPTION ......................................................................................................... 1
IV. REGULATORY CONTEXT .......................................................................................................................................... 4
California Environmental Quality Act ........................................................................................................................... 4
Local Regulations: San Rafael Historic Preservation Regulations .............................................................................. 5
V. BACKGROUND ................................................................................................................................................................ 5
Environment ...................................................................................................................................................................... 5
History ................................................................................................................................................................................ 6
VI. SOURCES CONSULTED ............................................................................................................................................... 7
Records Search................................................................................................................................................................... 7
Historic Map Review ........................................................................................................................................................ 9
VII. FIELD METHODS ......................................................................................................................................................... 9
VIII. STUDY FINDINGS AND MANAGEMENT RECOMMENDATIONS ......................................................... 9
Study Findings ................................................................................................................................................................... 9
Resource Descriptions ...................................................................................................................................................... 9
Historic Resource Evaluation ........................................................................................................................................ 11
Secretary of the Interior’s Standards ............................................................................................................................ 12
Management Recommendations ................................................................................................................................... 13
IX. REFERENCES CITED ................................................................................................................................................. 14
LIST OF FIGURES
Figure 1. Project Vicinity ...................................................................................................................................................... 2
Figure 2. Site Plan: Proposed Mausoleum area depicted in red. ..................................................................................... 3
Figure 3. Site Map depicting alphabetical sections. ......................................................................................................... 10
LIST OF TABLES
Table 1. Summary of Previous Cultural Resources Studies within Search Radius ....................................................... 8
Table 2. Summary of Documented Cultural Resources within Search Radius ............................................................. 9
ATTACHMENTS
Attachment A – Records Search Results
Attachment B – Photo Sheet
Attachment C – Site Record
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I. SUMMARY OF FINDINGS
The following Historic Resource Evaluation Report (HRER) documents the identification efforts and presents
the results of investigations within the limits of the proposed project and surrounding lands (Project Area). The
study addresses City of San Rafael requirements for a Major Environmental and Design Review Permit pursuant
to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). The study was designed to identify and evaluate any
historical resources located within the Project Area. Fieldwork was conducted on February 5, 2025 by Nicholas
Radtkey and Patrick Lawler. The survey entailed a historical resources inventory of the Project Area,
approximately 20 acres. One existing historical resource (P-21-000943) was identified within the Project Area.
Management recommendations are provided to avoid potential significant impacts to cultural resources.
II. INTRODUCTION
Alta Archaeological Consulting (ALTA) was retained to conduct a cultural resources inventory as part of the
permitting process for a new mausoleum. A field survey was completed by ALTA on February 5, 2025 for the
purpose of identifying historic resources within the Project Area. For the purposes of this investigation, the entire
parcel was surveyed, totaling approximately 20 acres The following HRER documents the adequacy of
identification efforts, presents the results of investigations within the Project Area boundaries, and makes
recommendations for management of resources present on the property. This report addresses the responsibilities
of CEQA, as codified in Public Resources Code sections 5097, and its implementing guidelines 21082 and
21083.2. For the purposes of this project, addresses the City of San Rafael is the lead agency for CEQA.
III. PROJECT LOCATION AND DESCRIPTION
The Project Area is located in an urban area within the City of San Rafael in Marin County, California (Figure 1).
The physical address of the parcel is 270 Los Ranchitos Road. It is located in a developed parcel just north of the
SMART train tracks. The Project Area is depicted on the USGS 7.5’ Novato Quadrangle, in an unsectioned
portion of Township 2 North, Range 6 West, in the Mount Diablo Base and Meridian. It is set on a 20-acre parcel
(113-110-068).
The project proponent is in the process of constructing a Garden Mausoleum, visible in Figure 2. The mausoleum
will be located along the northwest edge of the cemetery. The proposed mausoleums are to be located on the
paved perimeter of the cemetery. The proposed structure is designed to mirror the existing mausoleum designs
in elevation and style, with a stucco and marble finish.
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Figure 1. Project Vicinity
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Figure 2. Site Plan: Proposed Mausoleum area depicted in red.
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IV. REGULATORY CONTEXT
This section briefly discusses the nature and extent of State regulations that apply to the Project. As part of the
compliance process, the Project must comply with 1) CEQA as amended, and its implementing regulations and
guidelines, codified in Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations (CCR), which provide agencies guidance for
compliance with environmental regulations, and the City of San Rafael’s Historic Preservation ordinances (San
Rafael Code of Ordinances 2.18).
California Environmental Quality Act
CEQA applies to certain projects undertaken requiring approval by State and/or local agencies. Property owners,
planners, developers, as well as State and local agencies are responsible for complying with CEQA’s requirements
regarding the identification and treatment of historic and prehistoric cultural resources. Under CEQA, cultural
resources must be evaluated to determine their eligibility for listing in the California Register of Historic Resources
(CRHR). If a cultural resource is determined ineligible for listing on the CRHR the resource is released from
management responsibilities and a project can proceed without further cultural resource considerations.
As set forth in Section 5024.1(c) of the Public Resources Code for a cultural resource to be deemed “important”
under CEQA and thus eligible for listing on the CRHR, it must meet at least one of the following criteria:
1. is associated with events that have made a significant contribution to the broad patterns of California
History and cultural heritage; or
2. is associated with the lives of persons important to our past; or
3. embodies the distinctive characteristics of a type, period, region, or method of construction, or
represents the work of an important creative individual, or possess high artistic value; or
4. has yielded or is likely to yield, information important to prehistory or history.
Historic-era structures older than 50 years are most commonly evaluated in reference to Criterion 1 (important
events), Criterion 2 (important persons) or Criterion 3 (architectural value). To be considered eligible under these
criteria the property, must retain sufficient integrity to convey its important qualities. Integrity is judged in relation
to seven aspects including: location, design, setting, materials, workmanship, feeling, and association. Prehistoric
and historic-era archaeological resources are commonly evaluated with regard to Criterion 4 (research potential).
Guidelines for the implementation of CEQA define procedures, types of activities, persons, and public agencies
required to comply with CEQA. Section 15064.5(b) prescribes that project effects that would “cause a substantial
adverse change in the significance of an historical resource” are significant effects on the environment. Substantial
adverse changes include both physical changes to the historical resource, or to its immediate surroundings.
Section 21083.2 of the CEQA guidelines also defines “unique archaeological resources” as “any archaeological
artifact, object, or site about which it can be clearly demonstrated that, without merely adding to the current body
of knowledge, there is a high probability that it meets any of the following criteria:
• Contains information needed to answer important scientific research questions and show that there
is a demonstrable public interest in that information.
• Has a special and particular quality, such as being the oldest of its type or the best available example
of its type.
• Is directly associated with a scientifically recognized important prehistoric or historic event or person."
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This definition is equally applicable to recognizing “a unique paleontological resource or site.” CEQA Section
15064.5 (a)(3)(D), which indicates “generally, a resource shall be considered historically significant if it has yielded,
or may be likely to yield, information important in prehistory or history,” provides additional guidance.
Local Regulations: San Rafael Historic Preservation Regulations
The San Rafael Code of Ordinances establishes a framework for preserving historic resources under Chapter 2.18:
Historic Preservation. Designated buildings, districts, or landmarks must comply with development standards
(2.18.065) which regulate alteration, destruction, relocation, and maintenance of the historic resource. The
developmental standards also regulate the construction and design of new buildings or structures in visual relation
to historic resources. The ordinances outline the following criteria for designation as a landmark (2.18.048):
a) Historical, Cultural Importance.
1) Has significant character, interest, or value as part of the development, heritage or cultural characteristics
of the city, state or nation; or is associated with the life of a person significant in the past
2) Is the site of a historic event with a significant effect upon society
3) Exemplifies the cultural, political, economic, social or historic heritage of the community.
b) Architectural, Engineering Importance.
1) Portrays the environment in the era of history characterized by a distinctive architectural style
2) Embodies those distinguishing characteristics of an architectural type or engineering specimen
3) Is the work of a designer whose individual work has significantly influenced the development of San
Rafael or its environs
4) Contains elements of design, detail, materials or craftsmanship which represent a significant innovation
5) The work of a designer and/or architect of merit.
c) Geographic Importance.
1) By being part of or related to a square, park or other distinctive area, should be developed or preserved
according to a plan based on a historic, cultural or architectural motif
2) Owing to its unique location or singular physical characteristic, represents an established and familiar
visual feature of the neighborhood, community or city.
d) Archaeological Importance. Has yielded information important in prehistory or history.
V. BACKGROUND
As the significance of cultural resources is best assessed with regard to environmental and cultural contexts,
descriptions of the natural and cultural setting of the project region are presented below.
Environment
The Project Area is located in the city of San Rafael, in Marin County, with elevations varying from approximately
20-120 feet above mean sea level. It is situated 2 miles southwest of the main estuary of San Pablo Bay. The
Project Area is in a heavily landscaped lot populated with native and nonnative annual and perennial ornamental
vegetation. Prior to the onset of historic-era occupation, native vegetation in the area primarily consisted of
California bay laurel (Umbellularia californica), redwood (Sequoia sempervirens), and California black oak
(Quercus kelloggii) (Little 1980). Undergrowth consisted largely of poison oak (Toxicodendron diversilobum) and
western bracken fern (Pteridium aquilinium). This area is characterized by a Mediterranean climate that averages
about 30-40 inches of rainfall annually (United States Department of Agriculture 2001). The winters are cool and
wet, and the summers are warm and dry.
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History
Pre-Colonial California
The Coast Miwok, who called this region home before European-American intrusion, were located within
Sonoma and Marin Counties. The Coast Miwok followed a cyclical pattern of subsistence, targeting resources
available on a seasonal basis. They practiced a diversified subsistence economy based on fishing, hunting, and
gathering, focusing on acorns. Important marine resources included fish, eels, clams, mussels, and seaweed, while
terrestrial resources included acorns, bear, deer, elk, and small game (Kelly 1978:416). The Coast Miwok had a
rich culture of religion, ritual, and dance, with music and games being a large part of their cultural expression. The
Coast Miwok were likely among the first California Native peoples to encounter European colonists Kyle et al.
1990:174).
Early Exploration and Settlement
The earliest exploration of the Marin coast was possibly during Sir Francis Drake’s 1579 voyage up and down the
western coast of North America. He named northern California New Albion after his homeland, with the intent
of securing the area for the British crown (Munro-Fraser 1880:18). The Spanish made a foray into the area in
1602 with three ships under the command of Don Sebastian Vizcaino. However, the definitive discovery of the
San Francisco Bay did not occur until 1769, when the Portola-Crespi party arrived by land. The party became the
first non-Native peoples to see the San Francisco Bay. By 1776, a military presidio and Catholic mission, San
Francisco de Asís, were established. Mission San Rafael Arcángel was founded in 1817. Marin County is purported
to be named after a Native American chieftain, who died at the San Rafael mission in 1834 (Munro-Fraser
1880:88).
The Mexican Period
The first permanent non-indigenous settlements in the area were made within the missions. Mission San Rafael
Arcángel was established in a valley where the City of San Rafael would develop in 1817. The mission was founded
as a sanitarium (asistencia) for ailing Native people, not only from San Rafael but from Mission Dolores in San
Francisco. The mission originally consisted of a church, hospital, monastery, and storehouses. The asistencia
became a full mission in 1822, after agricultural expansion efforts by Father Juan Amoros successfully made the
mission self- sustaining (Marin History Museum 2008:13). However, liberalizing efforts by prominent Mexican
citizens forced the government in 1833 to secularize the mission system and distribute mission lands to private
citizens (Marin History Museum 2008:7).
Under the Spanish and later Mexican government, large tracts of land (ranchos) were granted to claimants with a
military service record and Mexican citizenship (Gates 1971:395). In 1844, Governor Manuel Micheltorena
granted three adjacent sections of land, known collectively as Rancho San Pedro, Santa Margarita y Las Gallinas,
to Timothy Murphy. Murphy was an Irishman-turned-Mexican citizen who worked for Hartnell and Company,
one of the first and most important American trading houses to ply the coast of Alta California and to capitalize
on the hide and tallow market (Pubols 2010:116). Murphy’s rancho consisted of 21,678.69 acres, and included
Mission San Rafael Arcángel and points north (Hoffman 1862:11). He was granted this rancho for his assistance
in dividing and distributing assets of Mission San Rafael Arcángel to the 1400 Native people still living at the
mission after secularization. Murphy thereafter served as their agent and assisted them in legal cases. Murphy was
additionally responsible for constructing the first residence in San Rafael not associated with the mission (Marin
History Museum 2008:7, 19).
The American Period
Marin County was one of California's original 27 counties, created in 1850 by the State Legislature. The San Rafael
post office was established in 1851 (Gudde and Bright 2004:343). In that year, only 324 individuals were registered
on the US Census for the entirety of Marin County (Marin History Museum 2008:27). However, the expansion
of San Rafael’s population quickly changed the character of the region. The town site of San Rafael was laid out
formally by Myers and McCullough in 1850, at which time twelve buildings stood within its limits. Efforts to
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supply lumber to both local development and that of San Francisco quickly rendered the hills surrounding the
area bald (Munro-Fraser 1880:324). By the time the town incorporated in 1874, a variety of shops, banks,
churches, fraternal organizations, and services characterized the expanding town’s landscape.
Project Area History
The Project Area was part of the Santa Margarita Rancho granted to Timothy Murphy. Upon Murphy’s death in
1853 the estate was divided among his nephews, with John Lucas receiving the Santa Margarita ranch (Munro-
Fraser 1880:112). Both the Lucas family home and a segment of the Northwestern Pacific railroad line were built
within the Santa Margarita Ranch. In 1880, a portion of the Lucas Ranch was donated to the Catholic Church,
where it was dedicated as Mount Olivet Cemetery as part of St Raphel Parish. Mount Olivet relieved pressure on
the existing cemetery at Mission San Rafael, and most of the bodies interred at San Rafael were moved to Mount
Olivet (Marin Journal 1884; 1885). Persons interred included but were not limited to:
• Timothy Murphy, John and Maria Lucas (Donnelly 1966)
• Ignacio Pacheco, an early settler and prominent rancho owner (Donnelly 2015)
• John Reed, an early settler (Mill Valley Historical Society 2025)
• William Richardson, mariner and founder of Sausalito (Miller 1995)
• James Black, a prominent rancho owner (Burdell 2003)
• Edward Manuel McIntosh, an early settler and San Rafael Magistrate (Burdell 2003)
• James Miller, an early settler (San Francisco Examiner 1890)
These individuals were among other early Marin County settlers and many unnamed and Miwok individuals first
buried at the San Rafael Mission. The cemetery transferred ownership to St. Isabella’s in 1961, and has continued
evolving and expanding along with Marin County, adding mausoleum structures to inter the growing population
and reorienting its entrance to allow for the passage of Highway 101 (Cartier 1985; Winegarner 2000).
VI. SOURCES CONSULTED
Records Search
On January 22, 2025, ALTA archaeologist Jamie Frattarelli conducted a records search (File Number 24-1072) at
the Northwest Information Center (NWIC) located on the campus of Sonoma State University. The NWIC, an
affiliate of the State of California Office of Historic Preservation, is the official state repository of archaeological
and historical records and reports for an 18-county area that includes Marin County. The records search included
a review of all study reports and resources on file within a quarter-mile radius of the Project Area. Sources
consulted include archaeological site and survey base maps, survey reports, site records, and historic General Land
Office (GLO) maps.
Included in the review were:
• California Inventory of Historical Resources (CA Dept. of Parks and Rec. 1976)
• California Historical Landmarks for Marin County (CA-OHP 1990)
• California Points of Historical Interest (CA-OHP 1992)
• Built Environment Resources Directory Listing (BERD) (CA-OHP January 2020)
• Historic Properties Directory (CA-OHP April 2012), including the National Register of Historic
Places, California Historical Landmarks, and California Points of Historical Interest
Review of historic registers and inventories indicates that no California Historical Landmarks or Points of Interest
are present in the Project Area. No National Register-listed or eligible properties are located within the half-mile
visual area of the Project Area.
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Review of archaeological site and survey maps revealed that 18 cultural resource studies have been previously
performed within a quarter-mile radius of the Project Area (Table 1). Approximately 35% of the quarter-mile
records search radius and 100% of the project area have been previously surveyed. 1 study (S-007555) has been
conducted within the Project Area.
Table 1. Summary of Previous Cultural Resources Studies within Search Radius
Report No. Authors Year Description
S-012946 Miley Paul Holman 1976 Cultural Resources Survey Report, Archaeology - Las Gallinas Valley
Wastewater Reclamation Project
S-017556 Thomas L. Jackson 1977 A preliminary archaeological reconnaissance of the property proposed for
development as "San Rafael Skatepark", San Rafael, CA. (letter report)
S-002751 Mara Melandry 1981
Archaeological Survey Report, 04-MRN-101 11.0/15.7, High Occupancy
Vehicle Lanes on Route 101 from Mission Street in San Rafael to Miller Creek
Road Interchange, 04225-101901
S-002825 David Chavez 1981 Civic Center Plaza Development Project, Marin County, California (letter
report).
S-007555 Robert Cartier 1985 Archeological Resource Evaluation of the Merrydale Overcrossing Project in
the City of San Rafael, County of Marin
S-013217 Thomas M. Origer 1990 An Archaeological Survey for the AT&T Fiber Optics Cable, San Francisco
to Point Arena, California
S-015162 William Roop 1992 A Cultural Resources Evaluation of the Las Gallinas Reclaimed Water
Project, Marin County, California
S-031737 Carole Denardo and
Daniel Hart 2004 Archaeological Resources Technical Report for the Sonoma Marin Rail
Transit (SMART) Project, Sonoma and Marin Counties, California
S-031707 Brian F. Byrd and
Michael Darcangelo 2006
Archaeological Survey Report for Two Bioswale Areas, Marin Highway 101
HOV Lane Gap Closure Project, Marin County, California, 04-MRN-101,
KP 18.0/PM 11.2 and KP 21.1/PM 13.1, EA 226141
S-037738 Heidi Koenig 2010 Emergency Operating Facility Project, San Rafael, Marin County, California
S-039157 Heidi Koenig 2012 Abovenet Lucas Film Segment 2 & 3 Project, Marin County, California,
Archaeological Survey Report
S-044351 Emily Darko 2013
Extended Phase I Archaeological Testing at CA-MRN-157 (P-21-000182)
and CA-MRN-4 (P-21-000035) for the Proposed Freeway Performance
Initiative Project, Hwy 101 and 580, Marin County, 04-MRN-101, PM
0.0/27.6, 04-MRN-580, PM 2.4/4.5, EA 151600
S-48626
Meg Scantlebury,
Tait Elder, Melissa
Cascella, Monte
Kim, Aisha Rahimi‐
Fike, Lily Henry
Roberts, and Patrick
Maley
2013
Cultural Resources Inventory & Evaluation Report for Sonoma-Marin Area
Rail Transit (SMART): Downtown San Rafael, Marin County to Petaluma,
Sonoma County (MP17-MP 37.02)
S-047093 Monte Kim 2015
Archaeological Survey Report for the Marin Civic Center Drive
Improvements Project, San Rafael, Marin County, California, Caltrans
District 4, San Rafael, Marin County, Federal-Aid# STPL-5927 (103)
S-052727
Julianne Polanco
and Rick M.
Bottoms
2018 COE_2018_1206_002, Section 106 Consultation for the PG&E Gas
Transmission Line 021G Replacement Project, Marin County, California
S-057640 Brenna Wheelis and
Susan Morley 023
Cultural Resources Assessment Report for the Permanent Farmers Market
and Center for Food and Agriculture at the Marin Civic Center Campus
Initial Study Project 3501 Civic Center Drive, San Rafael, Marin County,
California
No cultural resources are documented within a quarter-mile radius of the Project Area, and Mount Olivet
Cemetery is the only cultural resource documented within the Project Area.
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Table 2. Summary of Documented Cultural Resources within Search Radius
Primary No. Trinomial Age Description
P-21-000943 - Historic-Era Mount Olivet Cemetery. Site record contained within Archaeological
Resource Evaluation S-007555.
Cartier (1985) identifies P-21-000943 as a historic-era cemetery that has been in consistent use from 1854 to the
present. Cartier notes that the older graves are located in section A-G. Modifications since the establishment of
the cemetery include the relocation of the office from the east to west to accommodate Highway 101, and the
construction of aboveground vaults.
Historic Map Review
Review of historic maps of the area was completed to better understand the timing of development within the
Project Area and recognize historic features. The following narrative summarizes the results of this review.
The project area is first depicted in an 1871 survey map as part of Rancho San Pedro Santa Margarita (General
Land Office 1871). By 1873, it is illustrated as Lucas Home Ranch (Austin and Whitney 1873). By 1892, the area
was formally recognized as Mount Olivet Cemetery(Dodge 1892). Later United States Geological Survey (USGS)
maps depict development in the urban area around the Project Area, illustrating the railroad by 1914, the highway
by 1947, and shopping mall by 1954, but do not illustrate any more development in the Project Area (United
States Geological Survey 1914, 1947, 1954, 2021).
VII. FIELD METHODS
ALTA staff archaeologist Patrick Lawler and architectural historian Nicholas Radtkey conducted a field survey of
the Project Area on February 5, 2025, accompanied by cemetery administrators. Project design drawings, project
maps, and aerial imagery were used to correctly identify the part of the Project Area designated for development.
Digital photos were taken of the Project Area and surroundings (Attachment B).
VIII. STUDY FINDINGS AND MANAGEMENT RECOMMENDATIONS
Study Findings
As previously discussed in section IV, this cultural resources inventory was conducted to address the
responsibilities of CEQA, as codified in Public Resource Code sections 5097, and its implementing guidelines
21082 and 21083.2. The record search identified one historic-era resource within the Project Area (P-21-000943).
Updated information on the site was identified during the field survey and documented on Department of Parks
and Recreation Form 523 (see Attachment C). The resources are described below.
Resource Descriptions
P-21-000943
This resource is a historic-era cemetery that has been in consistent use from 1880 to the present. The cemetery
encompasses 20 acres, built around a central hill rising from approximately 45 to 112 above local mean sea level
and surrounded by a perimeter of eucalyptus trees which separate it visually from Los Rancheritos Rd to the west
and Highway 101 to the east. The cemetery is divided into alphabetical sections (Figure 3), with offices and
aboveground interment structures concentrated on the west side of the hill near the current entrance. The original
entrance and offices were located on the east side of the hill but were moved to allow passage of Highway 101.
The older grave markers are concentrated in sections A-G on the east side of the hill, and include both original
interments from 1880 onwards and reinterments from earlier burials (Marin Journal 1884; 1885).
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Figure 3. Site Map depicting alphabetical sections.
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Historic Resource Evaluation
As previously discussed in section II, for a property to be considered eligible for listing in the CRHR, it must
possess historical significance by fulfilling at least one of four criteria, and retain sufficient integrity, defined by
seven aspects. This section outlines the evidence for the significance and integrity of the cemetery based on these
criteria. The preceding historic context was developed for the properties for their evaluation under the Criteria
for Designation for the CRHR. The historical context facilitated the identification of an Area of Significance, a
Period of Significance, a Level of Significance, and for identifying an appropriate boundary for the potential
historic resource.
Historic Theme: Exploration/ Settlement of San Rafael
For the Mount Olivet cemetery, the Area of Significance is Early Settlement of San Rafael during the Mexican
and Early American Periods. Several of the grave sites are those of early settlers of local importance who have no
other markers or resources attributable to them. The cemetery has been in continuous use since its inception and
represents a blend of grave markers and interment styles spanning the past 140+ years. As such, the cemetery is
not representative of a historically important landscape and is not evaluated as such.
The Period of Significance is 1844-1885. The date of construction is estimated between 1880-1885. The Level of
Significance is local.
Criterion 1
Criterion 1 identifies significant resources as those “associated with events that have made a significant
contribution to the broad patterns of California's history and cultural heritage”. In the context of early settlement
in San Rafael, no reliable source indicates that Mount Olivet made any kind of significant contribution to early
settlement, especially given its relatively later establishment in the period of significance. Therefore, the resource
is ineligible for Criterion 1.
Criterion 2
Criterion 2 identifies significant resources as those “associated with the lives of persons important in our past”.
As established in the historical review, many persons important to Early Settlement of San Rafael are interred in
the cemetery. However, these individuals all have historical resources more illustrative of their importance
elsewhere in the county, or have an interment that is only estimated, with no grave marker visible in the present.
• Timothy Murphy is associated more strongly with St Vincent’s School for Boys, a charitable and
educational institution still in use. The school is built on land donated by Murphy for educational
purposes, and is currently listed on the California Register of Historical Resources (1958). John and
Maria Lucas are considered a later generation, and is not part of the significant context in this area.
• Ignacio Pacheco is associated more strongly with the Pacheco Ranch, a commercial vineyard located
on Pacheo’s original ranch property, owned and operated by one of Pacheco’s descendants (Hines
1999).
• John Reed is associated more strongly with the first sawmill in Marin County, built by Reed and
currently listed on the California Register of Historical Resources (1935).
• William Richardson has no visible grave marker observed, and is more associated with the town of
Sausalito that he founded, including a landmark there in his name (Predo 1999; Miller 1995).
• James Black is associated more strongly with Olompali, land that was originally a Miwok settlement
before becoming a Rancho, and is now a State Historic Park. James Black owned the land for a decade
before gifting it to his daughter as a wedding present (California State Parks n.d).
• Edward Manuel McIntosh is also associated more strongly with Olompali, due to his close friendship
with James Black (Burdell 2003)
• James Miller is associated more strongly with the Dixie Schoolhouse, a 1-room schoolhouse built on
land donated by Miller, currently listed on the National Register of Historic Places (McGuire 1972).
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Therefore, the resource is ineligible for Criterion 2.
Criterion 3
Criterion 3 identifies significant resources as those which “Embodies the distinctive characteristics of a type,
period, region, or method of construction, or represents the work of an important creative individual, or possesses
high artistic values”. While the cemetery has isolated examples of distinctive grave markers from periods of
significance, they make up the minority of the grave markers in the still-growing cemetery, are not concentrated
with a strong sense of chronology or theme and have low integrity due to weathering or theft. Therefore, the
resource is ineligible for Criterion 3.
Criterion 4
Criterion 4 identifies significant resources that “Has yielded, or may be likely to yield, information important in
prehistory or history”. Due to the cemeteries' ownership by the Archdiocese of San Francisco, it is unlikely that
any information retrieval could be performed on gravesites that would not violate the cemeteries’ policies of
privacy and sanctity. Therefore, the resource is ineligible for Criterion 4.
Conclusion
In sum, this evaluation finds that Mount Olivet cemetery does not meet any of the four criteria for eligibility for
the CRHR, nor does the cemetery as a whole retain enough of its initial historic character or appearance to be
recognizable as a historical resource. Therefore, the cemetery is ineligible for inclusion on the CRHR.
Secretary of the Interior’s Standards
Mount Olivet Cemetery
Per CEQA Guidelines § 15064.5(b)(3), if a project follows the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for either the
Treatment of Historic Properties with Guidelines for Preserving, Rehabilitating, Restoring, and Reconstructing
Historic Buildings, or the Rehabilitation and Guidelines for Rehabilitating Historic Buildings (Standards), any
impact it may have on a historical resource will be mitigated to less than significant.
As stated above, the Mount Olivet Cemetery appears ineligible for inclusion on the CRHR; the Standards do not
apply to the Project Area.
Radius of Project
Per the San Rafael Code of Ordinances (2.18.065), the project must consider effects to historic properties in its
visual radius. Standards 9 and 10 (36 CFR § 67.7 (b)(9, 10)) govern “related new construction”:
9. New additions, exterior alterations, or related new construction shall not destroy historic materials that
characterize the property. The new work shall be differentiated from the old and shall be compatible with
the massing, size, scale, and architectural features to protect the historic integrity of the property and its
environment.
10. New additions and adjacent or related new construction shall be undertaken in such a manner that if
removed in the future, the essential form and integrity of the historic property and its environment would
be unimpaired.
In the case of this project, the visual impact of the proposed garden mausoleums does not extend beyond a one-
block radius, as the height of the project does not stand above the rooflines of the visual radius. The visual radius
of the Project Area is defined exclusively by modern commercial buildings and the Highway 101 corridor. These
properties include:
• the Northgate Mall (5800 Northgate Drive)
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• Northgate III Shopping Center (400 Las Gallinas Avenue)
• Chase Bank (300 Las Gallinas Avenue),
• Habit Burger (496 Las Gallinas Avenue),
• AlmaVia of San Rafael (515 Northgate Drive), and
• Guide Dogs for the Blind, Inc. (350 Los Ranchitos Road).
None of these properties appear old enough to be considered historical resources as defined in CCR 14 § 4852(a),
nor do they appear to have gained exceptional significance under the age of 50 years as defined in CCR 14 §
4852(d)(2). Nor do any of the properties appear to be landmarks as defined in San Rafael Code of Ordinances
(2.18.048). None of these buildings belong to a historic district as defined in the San Rafael Code of Ordinances
(2.18.065.(e)), nor do they appear to belong to an unrecorded district.
Because no properties in the visual radius of the Project Area appear to be historical resources, the project will
not a) introduce incompatible massing, size, scale, or architectural features that would destroy the historic integrity
of the environment of a property in the visual radius of the project, nor b) create an impact which would damage
the integrity of a historic property if removed. As such, the project conforms with Standards 9 and 10 as designed.
Management Recommendations
Due to the mausoleum development occurring on the other side of the cemetery from the concentration of
historic burials, the project will not cause a substantial adverse change in the significance of a historical resource
as defined in § 15064.5.
We make the following recommendations to ensure that historical resources are not adversely affected by the
proposed project.
Unanticipated Discovery of Cultural Resources
If previously unidentified cultural resources are encountered during project implementation, avoid altering the
materials and their stratigraphic context. A qualified professional archaeologist should be contacted to evaluate
the situation. Project personnel should not collect cultural resources. Resources associated with Native peoples
include, but are not limited to, chert or obsidian flakes, projectile points, mortars, pestles, and dark friable soil
containing shell and bone dietary debris, heat-affected rock, or human burials. Historic resources include stone
or abode foundations or walls; structures and remains with square nails; and refuse deposits or bottle dumps,
often located in old wells or privies.
Encountering Native American Remains
As defined in California Health and Safety Code Section 7050.5, if human remains are encountered, all work must
stop in the immediate vicinity of the discovered remains and the County Coroner and a qualified archaeologist
must be notified immediately so that an evaluation can be performed. If the remains are deemed to be Native
American and prehistoric, per PRC 5097.98, the Native American Heritage Commission must be contacted by
the Coroner so that a “Most Likely Descendant” can be designated and further recommendations regarding
treatment of the remains is provided.
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Cartier, Robert. 1985. Archaeological Resource Evaluation of the Merrydale Overcrossing Project in the City of San Rafael,
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Francisco.
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Names. 4th ed. University of California Press, Berkeley, CA.
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Marin History Museum. 2008. Early San Rafael. Arcadia Publishing, Charleston, SC.
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McGuire, Pamela. 1972. National Register of Historic Places Inventory- Nomination Form for Dixie
Schoolhouse. 123859666. National Register of Historic Places.
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website, https://www.mvhistory.org/history-of/history-of-early-mill-valley/.
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Berkeley.
Munro-Fraser, J.P. 1880. History of Sonoma County: Including its Geology, Topography, Mountains, Valleys, and Streams.
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Predo, Mark. 1999. Sausalito’s Founder Gets Overdue Honor. Marin Independant Journal, 1999.
Pubols, Louise. 2010. The Father of All: the de la Guerra Family, Power, and Patriarchy in Mexican California. Western
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Washington, D.C.
Winegarner, Beth. 2000. A Walk Through Marin’s Cemeteries. Sausalito Marin Scope, October 23, 2000:8.
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Records Search Results
MOUNT OLIVET CEMETERY
270 LOS RANCHITOS ROAD
SAN RAFAEL, MARIN COUNTY, CALIFORNIA
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Photo Sheet
MOUNT OLIVET CEMETERY
270 LOS RANCHITOS ROAD
SAN RAFAEL, MARIN COUNTY, CALIFORNIA
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This report contains confidential information. The distribution of
material contained in this report is restricted to a need to know
basis. To deter vandalism, artifact hunting, and other activities that
can damage cultural resources, the location of cultural resources
should be kept confidential. The provision protecting the
confidentially of archaeological resources is in California
Government Code 6245 and 6245.10, and the National Historic
Preservation Act of 1996, Section 304.
PHOTO SHEET
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IMG_2697, view northwest, 2/5/2025, Overview of Project Area from St. John crypt
IMG_2698, view northeast, 2/5/2025, Crypts and interments upslope of Project Area
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IMG_2699, view southwest, 2/5/2025, Overview of Project Area from northern edge of plot M
IMG_2700, view southwest, 2/5/2025, Interments in plots N and O. Project Area in background
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IMG_2701, view southeast, 2/5/2025, Plots T, R, and St. Michael A and B.
IMG_2702, view northwest, 2/5/2025, Eucalyptus line north of plots O and R
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IMG_2703, view north, 2/5/2025, Built environment north of cemetery, from Plot U
IMG_2704, view southeast, 2/5/2025, Plot V and stairs leading to top of hill
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IMG_2705, view northwest, 2/5/2025, Project Area overview from plot L
IMG_2706, view east, 2/5/2025, Plot L in foreground and plots J and G in background
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IMG_2707, view northeast, 2/5/2025, Plot G from southwestern edge
IMG_2708, view north, 2/5/2025, Plot G from south
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IMG_2709, view east, 2/5/2025, Easternmost corner of Plot G
IMG_2710, view north, 2/5/2025, Plot B from south
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IMG_2711, view northwest, 2/5/2025, Plot A from southeast
IMG_2712, view northwest, 2/5/2025, Northgate Mall, northwest of Project Area
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IMG_2712, view northwest, 2/5/2025, Intersection of Northgate Drive and Los Ranchitos Road
IMG_2717, view southeast, 2/5/2025, Southern end of Project Area from Northgate Mall parking lot
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IMG_2719, view northeast, 2/5/2025, Ramp to Chase Bank parking lot and HomeGoods store
IMG_2720, view southeast, 2/5/2025, Los Ranchitos Road across from Project Area
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IMG_2721, view east, 2/5/2025, Central view of Project Area from Northgate Mall parking lot
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Attachment C
Site Record
MOUNT OLIVET CEMETERY
270 LOS RANCHITOS ROAD
SAN RAFAEL, MARIN COUNTY, CALIFORNIA
Confidential Information
This report contains confidential information. The distribution of
material contained in this report is restricted to a need to know
basis. To deter vandalism, artifact hunting, and other activities that
can damage cultural resources, the location of cultural resources
should be kept confidential. The provision protecting the
confidentially of archaeological resources is in California
Government Code 6245 and 6245.10, and the National Historic
Preservation Act of 1996, Section 304.
State of California – The Resources Agency Primary #:
DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION HRI #:
CONTINUATION SHEET Trinomial:
Page 1 of 7 *Resource Name or #: P-21-000943
*Recorded by: Radtkey N. & Lawler P. *Date: 02/05/2025 Continuation Update
Description
This resource is a historic-era cemetery that has been in consistent use from 1880 to the present. The cemetery encompasses 20
acres, built around a central hill rising from approximately 45 to 112 above local mean sea level and surrounded by a perimeter of
eucalyptus trees which separate it visually from Los Rancheritos Rd to the west and Highway 101 to the east. The cemetery is
divided into alphabetical sections (Figure 1), with offices and aboveground interment structures concentrated on the west side of
the hill near the current entrance. The original entrance and offices were located on the east side of the hill but were moved to
allow passage of Highway 101. The older grave markers are concentrated in sections A-G on the east side of the hill, and include
both original interments from 1880 onwards and reinterments from earlier burials.
Methods
The site was revisited by Nicholas Radtkey and Patrick Lawler (Alta Archaeological Consulting) on February 5, 2025. The existing
site record (Cartier 1985) was compared to current conditions and historical records. Digital photos were taken of the cemetery.
Findings
A search of historical records indicates that the cemetery was established in 1880, and that individuals from other burials were re-
interred there in the subsequent years (Marin Journal 1884, 1885). The previous estimated date of construction was 1854, possibly
inferred from relocated gravestones. The site's condition had not changed since its initial recording (Cartier 1985). Updated photos
(Figure 2-5) and a site map (Figure 1) are included to help give context to the site layout. The site was re-evaluated by Radtkey
and Lawler (2024) for the California Register of Historical Resources (CRHR) summarized in the sections below.
Historical Context: Early Settlement of San Rafael
Under the Spanish and later Mexican government, large tracts of land (ranchos) throughout California were granted to claimants
with a military service record and Mexican citizenship (Gates 1971:395). In 1844, Governor Manuel Micheltorena granted three
adjacent sections of land, known collectively as Rancho San Pedro, Santa Margarita y Las Gallinas, to Timothy Murphy. Murphy
was an Irishman-turned-Mexican citizen who worked for Hartnell and Company, one of the first and most important American
trading houses to ply the coast of Alta California and to capitalize on the hide and tallow market (Pubols 2010:116). Murphy’s
rancho consisted of 21,678.69 acres and included Mission San Rafael Arcángel and points north (Hoffman 1862:11). He was
granted this rancho for his assistance in dividing and distributing assets of Mission San Rafael Arcángel to the 1400 Native people
still living at the mission after secularization. Murphy thereafter served as their agent and assisted them in legal cases. Murphy was
additionally responsible for constructing the first residence in San Rafael not associated with the mission (Marin History Museum
2008:7, 19).
The American Period
Marin County was one of California's original 27 counties, created in 1850 by the State Legislature. The San Rafael post office was
established in 1851 (Gudde and Bright 2004:343). In that year, only 324 individuals were registered on the US Census for the
entirety of Marin County (Marin History Museum 2008:27). However, the expansion of San Rafael’s population quickly changed the
character of the region. The town site of San Rafael was laid out formally by Myers and McCullough in 1850, at which time twelve
buildings stood within its limits. Efforts to supply lumber to both local development and that of San Francisco quickly rendered the
hills surrounding the area bald (Munro-Fraser 1880:324). By the time the town incorporated in 1874, a variety of shops, banks,
churches, fraternal organizations, and services characterized the expanding town’s landscape.
Mount Olivet
The area now known as Mount Olivet was part of the Santa Margarita Rancho granted to Timothy Murphy. Upon Murphy’s death in
1853 the estate was divided among his nephews, with John Lucas receiving the Santa Margarita ranch (Munro- Fraser 1880:112).
Both the Lucas family home and a segment of the Northwestern Pacific railroad line were built within the Santa Margarita Ranch. In
1880, a portion of the Lucas Ranch was donated to the Catholic Church, where it was dedicated as Mount Olivet Cemetery as part
of St Raphel Parish. Mount Olivet relieved pressure on the existing cemetery at Mission San Rafael, and most of the bodies
interred at San Rafael were moved to Mount Olivet (Marin Journal 1884; 1885). Persons interred included but were not limited to:
• Timothy Murphy, John and Maria Lucas (Donnelly 1966)
• Ignacio Pacheco, an early settler and prominent rancho owner (Donnelly 2015)
• John Reed, an early settler (Mill Valley Historical Society 2025)
• William Richardson, mariner and founder of Sausalito (Miller 1995)
• James Black, a prominent rancho owner (Burdell 2003)
• Edward Manuel McIntosh, an early settler and San Rafael Magistrate (Burdell 2003)
• James Miller, an early settler (San Francisco Examiner 1890)
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These individuals were among other early Marin County settlers and many unnamed and Miwok individuals first buried at the San
Rafael Mission. The cemetery transferred ownership to St. Isabella’s in 1961, and has continued evolving and expanding along
with Marin County (Cartier 1985; Winegarner 2000).
Historic Resource Evaluation
For a property to be considered eligible for listing in the CRHR, it must possess historical significance by fulfilling at least one of
four criteria, and retain sufficient integrity, defined by seven aspects. This section outlines the evidence for the significance and
integrity of the cemetery based on these criteria. The preceding historic context was developed for the properties for their
evaluation under the Criteria for Designation for the CRHR. The historical context facilitated the identification of an Area of
Significance, a Period of Significance, a Level of Significance, and for identifying an appropriate boundary for the potential historic
resource.
Historic Theme: Exploration/ Settlement of San Rafael
For the Mount Olivet cemetery, the Area of Significance is Early Settlement of San Rafael during the Mexican and Early American
Periods. Several of the grave sites are those of early settlers of local importance who have no other markers or resources
attributable to them. The cemetery has been in continuous use since its inception and represents a blend of grave markers and
interment styles spanning the past 140+ years. As such, the cemetery is not representative of a historically important landscape
and is not evaluated as such.
The Period of Significance is 1844-1885. The date of construction is estimated between 1880-1885. The Level of Significance is
local.
Criterion 1
Criterion 1 identifies significant resources as those “associated with events that have made a significant contribution to the broad
patterns of California's history and cultural heritage”. In the context of early settlement in San Rafael, no reliable source indicates
that Mount Olivet made any kind of significant contribution to early settlement, especially given its relatively later establishment in
the period of significance. Therefore, the resource is ineligible for Criterion 1.
Criterion 2
Criterion 2 identifies significant resources as those “associated with the lives of persons important in our past”. As established in
the historical review, many persons important to Early Settlement of San Rafael are interred in the cemetery. However, these
individuals all have historical resources more illustrative of their importance elsewhere in the county, or have an interment that is
only estimated, with no grave marker visible in the present.
• Timothy Murphy is associated more strongly with St Vincent’s School for Boys, a charitable and educational institution
still in use. The school is built on land donated by Murphy for educational purposes, and is currently listed on the
California Register of Historical Resources (1958). John and Maria Lucas are considered a later generation, and is not
part of the significant context in this area.
• Ignacio Pacheco is associated more strongly with the Pacheco Ranch, a commercial vineyard located on Pacheo’s
original ranch property, owned and operated by one of Pacheco’s descendants (Hines 1999).
• John Reed is associated more strongly with the first sawmill in Marin County, built by Reed and currently listed on the
California Register of Historical Resources (1935).
• William Richardson has no visible grave marker observed, and is more associated with the town of Sausalito that he
founded, including a landmark there in his name (Predo 1999; Miller 1995).
• James Black is associated more strongly with Olompali, land that was originally a Miwok settlement before becoming
a Rancho, and is now a State Historic Park. James Black owned the land for a decade before gifting it to his daughter
as a wedding present (California State Parks n.d).
• Edward Manuel McIntosh is also associated more strongly with Olompali, due to his close friendship with James Black
(Burdell 2003)
• James Miller is associated more strongly with the Dixie Schoolhouse, a 1-room schoolhouse built on land donated by
Miller, currently listed on the National Register of Historic Places (McGuire 1972).
Therefore, the resource is ineligible for Criterion 2.
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Criterion 3
Criterion 3 identifies significant resources as those which “Embodies the distinctive characteristics of a type, period, region, or
method of construction, or represents the work of an important creative individual, or possesses high artistic values”. While the
cemetery has isolated examples of distinctive grave markers from periods of significance, they make up the minority of the grave
markers in the still-growing cemetery, are not concentrated with a strong sense of chronology or theme and have low integrity due
to weathering or theft. Therefore, the resource is ineligible for Criterion 3.
Criterion 4
Criterion 4 identifies significant resources that “Has yielded, or may be likely to yield, information important in prehistory or history”.
Due to the cemeteries' ownership by the Archdiocese of San Francisco, it is unlikely that any information retrieval could be
performed on gravesites that would not violate the cemeteries’ policies of privacy and sanctity. Therefore, the resource is ineligible
for Criterion 4.
Conclusion
In sum, this evaluation finds that Mount Olivet cemetery does not meet any of the four criteria for eligibility for the CRHR, nor does
the cemetery as a whole retain enough of its initial historic character or appearance to be recognizable as a historical resource.
Therefore, the cemetery is ineligible for inclusion on the CRHR.
Report Citation:
Radtkey. Nicholas & Patrick Lawler
2025 Historic Resource Evaluation for Mt Olivet Cemetery. ALTA Archaeological Consulting,
Santa Rosa, California. Prepared for Holy Cross Cemeteries, Colma California.
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Figure 1. Site map.
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Figure 2, view northwest, 2/5/2025, Plot A from southeast
Figure 3, view north, 2/5/2025, Plot B from south
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Figure 4, view northeast, 2/5/2025, Plot G from southwestern edge
Figure 5, view north, 2/5/2025, Plot G from south