Guide to Preserving Eichler Neighborhoods in Silicon Valley

Eichler HOA Rules by Silicon Valley Neighborhood

Homes in Palo Alto’s historic Greenmeadow subdivision share common mid-century features, such as low-pitched roofs and clerestory windows almanacnews.com. Neighborhood rules aim to protect this iconic Eichler look.

Eichler neighborhoods across Silicon Valley are protected by a patchwork of HOA guidelines, city architectural review rules, zoning overlays, and even historic designations. These measures exist to preserve the distinctive mid-century modern character of Joseph Eichler’s homes – famous for their glass walls, post-and-beam construction, and indoor-outdoor design – amid pressures from teardowns and remodels. Below is a city-by-city guide to where these protections exist and what they mean for current and future Eichler homeowners.

Palo Alto: Eichler Design Guidelines and Overlay Zones

Palo Alto has the highest concentration of Eichler homes in the world (about 2,700 homes, ~17% of the city’s single-family stock) padailypost.com. To preserve these tracts, Palo Alto employs both voluntary design guidelines and formal zoning overlays:

• Single-Story Overlay Districts (SSO): Palo Alto pioneered single-story overlay zoning to prevent second-story additions in Eichler tracts. As of 2018, 11 Eichler subdivisions in Palo Alto had voted to adopt SSO zones, banning new two-story homes padailypost.com. (Two other neighborhoods attempted but failed to get the required supermajority vote padailypost.com.) In SSO districts, the city will not approve any addition of a second floor, ensuring the neighborhood’s low-slung profile remains intact padailypost.com. These overlays are usually initiated by residents (70% support required, or 60% if original CC&Rs already limited homes to one story) padailypost.com. Popular Eichler areas like Fairmeadow (South Palo Alto’s “Circle” tract) and sections of Green Gables/Embarcadero have SSO protection, guarding neighbors’ privacy and mid-century character.

• Eichler Neighborhood Design Guidelines: In 2018 Palo Alto adopted a set of Eichler-specific design guidelines to guide remodeling and new construction in its 32 Eichler tracts padailypost.com. These guidelines are currently voluntary but strongly encouraged, especially for any two-story designs in Eichler areas padailypost.com. The guidelines call for maintaining the hallmark Eichler features – flat or low-pitched roofs, modest height, exposed wood siding (no stucco), and avoiding ornate details that clash with the modernist simplicity padailypost.com. Second-story additions, if proposed, should be designed to “blend in” – stepped back from the front, using unobtrusive materials and minimizing overlook onto neighboring glass-walled courtyards padailypost.com. Notably, Palo Alto’s guidelines discourage but do not outright prohibit two-story structures in Eichler tracts that lack an SSO; instead they aim to make any new two-story compatible with the surrounding one-story Eichlers padailypost.com. (In practice, many neighborhoods prefer the certainty of the SSO height cap.)

• Historic Districts: Palo Alto is home to two Eichler tracts listed on the National Register of Historic Places – the Greenmeadow subdivision in south Palo Alto and the Green Gables tract in north Palo Alto laserfiche.mountainview.gov. These mid-1950s neighborhoods were among the earliest Eichler developments and remain extraordinarily well preserved, which earned them National Register historic district status in 2005 laserfiche.mountainview.gov. They are recognized as exemplary of Eichler’s contribution to modern California housing laserfiche.mountainview.gov. Importantly, both Greenmeadow and Green Gables also adopted single-story overlay zoning, so their historic status is reinforced by local height limits padailypost.com. For owners, being in a National Register district is mostly honorific – it signals historic value but does not itself impose additional permit restrictions fairgleneichlers.org. (There is no automatic city review for changes unless the property is also a locally designated landmark.) However, owners can opt into incentives like the Mills Act for property tax reductions in exchange for preserving the home. Greenmeadow in particular also has an active HOA (Greenmeadow Community Association) managing a community center and pool, and it informally encourages owners to keep remodels true to Eichler style.

Overall, a Palo Alto Eichler owner should know if their home is in an SSO zone or historic district. If yes, any exterior changes will be limited to one story, and two-story plans won’t be approved by the city padailypost.com. Even outside an SSO, the city’s Individual Review process for two-story homes will apply Eichler guidelines, meaning plans might be sent back for revision if, say, a second-floor window overlooks a neighbor’s atrium or if stucco or tall Tuscan columns are proposed padailypost.com. These rules help protect the “glassy, modern style” that “reigns supreme” in Palo Alto’s Eichler enclaves paloaltoonline.com.

Sunnyvale: Guidelines and Single-Story Protection in Eichler Enclaves

Sunnyvale also contains several Eichler tracts (mostly built in the late 1950s), and the city has taken a proactive approach to preserve their character:

• Eichler Design Guidelines (Sunnyvale): In 2007–2009, Sunnyvale explored creating official Heritage Districts for its Eichler neighborhoods. While a formal historic district wasn’t established, the process led to the City adopting Eichler Design Guidelines in July 2009 sunnyvaleca.legistar.com. These citywide guidelines apply to specified “Eichler neighborhoods” in Sunnyvale and are used by planning staff when reviewing proposals for additions or new constructionsunnyvaleca.legistar.com. They provide objective standards and recommendations to ensure modifications remain in harmony with original Eichler aesthetics. For example, guidelines address appropriate massing and roof profiles (to keep the low, horizontal emphasis), encourage using complementary materials (wood, grooved siding, etc.), and emphasize privacy considerations like limiting large second-story windows that could overlook one-story neighbors sunnyvaleca.legistar.com. These guidelines were borne from resident consensus that special design rules were needed to “guide the design of additions [and] exterior modifications” in Eichler districts sunnyvaleca.legistar.com. In practice, if you own an Eichler in Sunnyvale and submit plans to enlarge or rebuild, city staff will check for consistency with the Eichler guidelines (e.g. a new two-story must use flat or modest roof pitches and second-floor step-backs to avoid looming over single-story neighbors sunnyvaleca.legistar.com).

• Single-Story Overlay (Sunnyvale): Sunnyvale has also embraced single-story zoning as a tool. Since enabling the SSO ordinance in 2001, Sunnyvale approved multiple single-story combining districts covering Eichler tracts sunnyvaleca.legistar.com. Notable examples include an overlay for 54 Eichler homes on Wright, Edmonton and La Salle (est. 2001), another for 36 Eichlers on Dartshire and Devonshire (2016), and several in 2016 covering Eichler clusters along Sesame Drive, Wingate, Vanderbilt, and others sunnyvaleca.legistar.com. By late 2016 the city had at least seven Eichler areas under an SSO, and more petitions were underway sunnyvaleca.legistar.com. Just as in Palo Alto, a Sunnyvale SSO means no second stories are allowed by zoning on those lots sunnyvaleca.legistar.com. Homeowners seeking protection typically gathered neighborhood support and went through a Planning Commission and Council approval process to rezone their tract R-1/S (single story). Sunnyvale’s code explicitly states the intent is to “preserve and maintain single-story neighborhoods” where the character is predominantly one-storysunnyvaleca.legistar.com. For Eichler owners, this removes any pressure of a looming two-story next door, but also means your own expansion options are limited to building out, not up.

Sunnyvale does not have formal Eichler HOAs from the Eichler era (most tracts didn’t include common facilities), but today many have informal neighborhood associations. These groups often work closely with the city – for example, Fairbrae Eichler homeowners led some of the SSO applications. If you buy in a Sunnyvale Eichler enclave, expect that neighbors are organized and attentive to design issues. Any major exterior change (adding a story, changing your facade material, etc.) will likely draw interest – and thanks to the guidelines and overlays, the City has discretion to deny or modify projects deemed incompatible with the Eichler look and scalesunnyvaleca.legistar.com. Conversely, tasteful upgrades (e.g. window replacements or interior renovations) are encouraged, as long as they “complement [the] Eichler design” rather than erase itsunnyvaleca.legistar.com.

Cupertino: Eichler Zoning and Neighborhood Preservation Efforts

Cupertino is home to the Fairgrove Eichler tract (around Miller Avenue and Rainbow Drive) and a few smaller Eichler pockets. The city has taken steps to protect these areas:

• Fairgrove R-1–6E Zone & Design Handbook: The Fairgrove subdivision in Cupertino has a special zoning designation, R1-6E (the “E” stands for Eichler), which was created in the early 2000s specifically to tailor development standards to Eichler homes. In 2001, Cupertino worked with Fairgrove residents to develop an “Eichler Design Handbook” that provides detailed guidelines for additions and new construction in that neighborhoodscribd.comscribd.com. This handbook (adopted by the City Council) contains both voluntary guidelines and mandatory zoning regulations for the R1-6E zonescribd.comscribd.com. For example, it sets standards for maintaining low rooflines, using compatible materials and colors, and limits the design of any second-story additions (should they be proposed) to minimize bulk and visibilityscribd.comscribd.com. A Cupertino ordinance footnote directs that anyone adding a second story in R1-6E “refer to the Eichler Design Handbook – Fairgrove Neighborhood” for additional design criteriacupertino.granicus.com. In short, if you own in Fairgrove, the City will enforce Eichler-specific rules alongside the usual single-family zoning code – ensuring your remodel doesn’t, say, introduce a towering entry or inappropriate facade. This makes Fairgrove one of the most tightly protected Eichler tracts in the South Bay in terms of design control.

• Citywide Overlay Option: In April 2017, spurred by Eichler owners’ concerns about two-story rebuilds, Cupertino created a process for neighborhoods to seek a single-story overlay (Cupertino hadn’t previously had one)neighborhoods.com. The ordinance requires that the area be at least 75% single-story already, and at least 66% of homeowners must vote in favor via a mail-in ballotneighborhoods.com. This change was prompted after residents from Eichler neighborhoods like Crestview/Pharlap, Oakdell Ranch, and Monte Vista petitioned for height limits similar to Sunnyvale’s neighborhoods.com. Now, with the ordinance in place, those and other Cupertino tracts can formally rezone to ban two-story construction. As of 2017 Cupertino had identified four Eichler-rich districts (near Highway 85 and De Anza Blvd) that were expected to pursue this overlay protection neighborhoods.com. Prospective buyers should check if a Cupertino Eichler home is in the R1-6E zone or under an SSO. If so, any additions will face strict design scrutiny or outright height prohibition. If not, Cupertino’s general single-family design review still encourages Eichler-friendly design – the city’s General Plan even includes a policy to “preserve the unique character of the Eichler homes in the Fairgrove neighborhood” and to encourage use of Eichler design guidelines in those areas cupertino.gov.

Cupertino’s Eichler owners do not have formal HOAs imposing rules, but the city’s zoning code itself is the enforcer in Fairgrove. Exterior alterations requiring permits will be reviewed for compliance with the Eichler Handbook standards. For example, a plan to replace a low-pitch Eichler roof with a tall gable or to use extensive masonry on the facade would be flagged as inconsistent with the R1-6E design requirements. The takeaway: in Cupertino, the city planning department and municipal code act as the “architectural review board” for Eichler neighborhoods cupertino.granicus.com, backstopped by engaged residents who can initiate overlay zoning if needed to preserve their tract’s one-story mid-century ambience.

Mountain View: Neighborhood Advocacy and Emerging Protections

Mountain View has two notable Eichler neighborhoods and is gradually increasing protections for them:

• Monta Loma Neighborhood: Monta Loma, in northeast Mountain View, is a mid-1950s tract containing hundreds of mid-century modern homes, including many Eichlers and Eichler-inspired designs by other builders eichlerhomesforsale.com. Monta Loma’s homes have retained much of their character, and the neighborhood association is very active in celebrating this “mid-century modern gem.” As of today, Monta Loma does not have a formal Eichler ordinance or SSO zone, but residents have discussed preservation. In fact, the idea of an overlay to block two-story “pop-ups” in Monta Loma has been floated for years eichlernetwork.com. Thus far, no overlay has been adopted – meaning homeowners technically could add a second story if within general zoning limits. However, any such proposal might face pushback; the community ethos strongly favors maintaining the one-story, modernist streetscape. City planners have noted that Mountain View had already “granted protection against two-story homes to the other Eichler tract in town”eichlernetwork.com (see below), implying Monta Loma could be next if residents rally.

• “Grandmeadow” Eichlers (Miramonte/Trophy Drive): In the late 1960s and early ’70s, Eichler built one last set of homes in Mountain View, around Eichler Street, Trophy Drive, and Miramonte Avenue. This small tract of 53 homes (sometimes called the Bell Meadows or Grandmeadow tract) was Joseph Eichler’s final development (built 1972), designed by architect Claude Oakland laserfiche.mountainview.gov. The neighborhood is remarkably intact and in 2018–2019 its residents secured a Single-Story Overlay to prevent any two-story rebuilds laserfiche.mountainview.gov. Today, this tract proudly has a “SSO” zoning designation – explicitly prohibiting second floors – reflecting the neighbors’ “strong desire to protect [its] mid-century homes and design cohesiveness” laserfiche.mountainview.gov. In addition, Mountain View’s ongoing Historic Preservation program update has identified both the Monta Loma area and the Miramonte/Trophy Eichlers as potentially eligible historic districts to be surveyed and recognized in the city’s Register of Historic Resources laserfiche.mountainview.gov. Local advocates point out that the Trophy/Miramonte tract is now 50+ years old and “holds a special place in residential history” as Eichler’s swan song development laserfiche.mountainview.gov.

For an Eichler owner in Mountain View, this means rules are in flux. If your home is in the Miramonte/Trophy SSO district, you cannot add a second story and any major exterior changes might be scrutinized for consistency with the neighborhood (by both the city and very watchful neighbors). In Monta Loma (no formal overlay yet), you have a bit more flexibility legally, but community norms strongly encourage Eichler-sensitive remodels. Mountain View’s city staff have signaled growing interest in formal Eichler preservation – as one city memo noted, Eichler homes are “unique with their own special characteristics and should be preserved as part of history”, comparing them to “one-of-a-kind” designs worth protecting laserfiche.mountainview.gov. So, expect that any future buyer of a Monta Loma or Mountain View Eichler may see additional preservation rules in coming years (historic district designation, design guidelines, etc. are being discussed). Already, being in the Trophy Drive tract boosts the historical cachet of a home, and the SSO ensures that cachet isn’t undermined by a looming new McMansion next door laserfiche.mountainview.gov.

San Jose: Historic Districts and New Eichler Design Standards

San Jose contains five Eichler neighborhoods (comprising seven original tracts built 1952–1963) scattered in Willow Glen and West San Jose sanjoseca.gov. These include Morepark (near Moorpark Ave, 1952–53), the Fairglen and Fairglen Additions tracts in Willow Glen (1957–61), and two later tracts known as Hudson and Fairhaven in the Cambrian area (1961–63) sanjoseca.gov. San Jose is increasingly recognizing these as historic assets and formulating rules accordingly:

• Fairglen Additions – National Register Historic District: In 2019, San Jose’s Fairglen Additions (an Eichler tract of 218 homes in Willow Glen built 1959–61) was officially listed on the National Register of Historic Places ohp.parks.ca.gov. This was achieved through a grassroots effort: neighbors formed a Fairglen Eichler Preservation Committee in 2016 and worked with historians to nominate the tract fairgleneichlers.org. Fairglen’s listing – the first Eichler tract in San Jose to gain historic status – recognizes its architectural significance (homes by Anshen & Allen, Jones & Emmons, and Claude Oakland in one neighborhood)ohp.parks.ca.gov. As noted on the Fairglen community site, being on the National Register “does not impose zoning or building restrictions” by itselffairgleneichlers.org. Indeed, San Jose’s historic designation process is voluntary – the Fairglen Eichlers are now listed in the San Jose Historic Resources Inventory (HRI), but individual homeowners are not forced to restore or freeze their homes in time. However, any proposed exterior change that requires a permit in this district will trigger additional review by the city’s historic preservation staff. For example, a demolition or major addition in Fairglen now typically requires a Historic Preservation Permit and adherence to design guidelines consistent with Secretary of the Interior’s Standards (to ensure the alteration doesn’t erode the district’s integrity). In practice, Fairglen’s new status means owners should plan renovations thoughtfully – the city will try to accommodate modern needs but will insist on preserving character-defining features (e.g. no front-facing second stories, no incompatible materials on the facade, etc.). On the plus side, owners in a NR district may apply for the Mills Act to get significant property tax savings in exchange for maintaining their Eichler home.

• City Objective Design Standards (ODS) for Eichlers: San Jose is currently (as of 2024–25) developing “Eichler Neighborhood Objective Design Standards” – essentially a tailored rulebook for Eichler home alterations sanjoseca.gov. The city hired consultants (Page & Turnbull) to craft these standards. Initially, the ODS will apply to homes within the Fairglen Additions historic district (since that’s a designated area) sanjoseca.gov. In the future, if other Eichler tracts are designated as historic districts or conservation areas, the ODS would extend to them as well sanjoseca.gov. These standards aim to “accommodate growth and change… while maintaining historic character” of Eichlers sanjoseca.gov. They will lay out clear “shall” and “must” rules (e.g. permitted roof forms, window styles, height limits) and “should” guidelines for things like carport conversions, landscaping, accessory structures, etc., all in an Eichler-compatible way sanjoseca.gov. The move toward objective standards is partly driven by California’s housing laws (which favor ministerial approvals) – by codifying Eichler design requirements, San Jose can ensure that even quick, staff-level permits will uphold Eichler aesthetics without subjective debatesanjoseca.gov. For Eichler owners in San Jose, this means the city is formalizing what many long-time residents already practice: any exterior changes should respect the mid-century modern look. If you plan to, say, add a room or replace a fence in a designated Eichler area, you’ll have a handy checklist of dos and don’ts (and likely, so will the permitting desk).

• Other Eichler Tracts: Outside Fairglen, San Jose’s other Eichler neighborhoods (Morepark, original Fairglen tract, Hudson, Fairhaven) do not yet have official protections like overlays or historic status. However, community interest is growing. Preservation groups like PAC*SJ have hosted Eichler home tours and encourage these neighborhoods to document their history parks.ca.gov. It’s worth noting that San Jose’s Morepark tract (the city’s first Eichlers, circa 1952) was included in a 2019 thematic historic study (covering “Housing Tracts of Joseph Eichler in San Jose”) ohp.parks.ca.gov, which could facilitate future listings. Even without formal designation, any Eichler in San Jose that is 50+ years old could be deemed an “eligible historic resource” under CEQA, meaning the city must consider its historic value before approving a teardown or major alterationlaserfiche.mountainview.gov. In practical terms, if you own a 1950s Eichler in San Jose and wanted to demolish or substantially remodel it, you might be required to prepare historical evaluations and follow special mitigation or design conditions – effectively an added layer of review aimed at preservation, even if your tract isn’t officially a historic district yet.

San Jose’s Eichler community is close-knit. The Fairglen neighborhood association (though not a legal HOA) is very active – it organizes events and keeps an eye on remodeling activity, offering friendly guidance on preserving the Eichler style. Prospective buyers in these areas are often enthusiasts specifically seeking Eichler design, so there is strong social pressure (and now legal framework) to “do right” by the architecture. As a result, San Jose Eichler owners find that respectful upgrades – like updating kitchens or adding energy-efficient features inside – are welcomed, but drastic exterior changes (e.g. a Mediterranean-style re-stucco or adding a second floor in the middle of a one-story row) are highly likely to be challenged or outright barred.

What These Rules Mean for Eichler Owners: Remodeling, Exterior Changes, and Resale

For current and future owners of Eichler homes in Silicon Valley, the mosaic of HOAs, review boards, overlays, and easements boils down to a few key impacts:

• Remodeling Restrictions: If your Eichler is in a single-story overlay zone, you are prohibited from adding a second story – period. Your expansion options are limited to building outward (or down, via basement) but not upward padailypost.com. Even in areas without an SSO, adding a second floor will trigger heightened scrutiny. Many cities require special design review for two-story proposals in Eichler tracts (e.g. Palo Alto’s “Individual Review” or Sunnyvale’s staff design review) where plans can be denied or forced to change if the second story is too imposing sunnyvaleca.legistar.com. In practice, owners often choose to respect the one-story aesthetic even when not legally required, to maintain goodwill and value in the community. Beyond height, materials and style are regulated: Most Eichler guidelines explicitly discourage incompatible materials like Spanish tile roofs, brick facades, or heavy stucco finishes padailypost.com. For example, Palo Alto’s guidelines added stucco to the list of “inappropriate” exterior materials for Eichlers padailypost.com. An owner replacing siding or windows will be expected (or required) to use something akin to the original wood siding and minimal-framed glass, rather than, say, colonial grid windows or vinyl clapboard. Before planning a remodel, it’s wise to consult any available neighborhood design handbook or city guideline to see what’s allowed. Often, city planners or HOA committees will offer pre-application advice to help you align your project with the rules.

• Architectural Review and Approvals: In Eichler tracts with active HOAs or architectural review boards, homeowners must get the association’s approval for exterior changes. For instance, Palo Alto’s Greenmeadow Community Association and San Mateo’s Highlands HOA each have an architectural committee that reviews proposals (like exterior paint color changes, additions, or roof material changes) to ensure they fit the mid-century modern look. These committees operate under the original CC&Rs or updated community guidelines. Failing to get HOA approval can result in conflict or even legal action, so owners should treat the HOA’s design rules as binding. Even where no HOA exists, the City itself may act as the de facto review board: Cupertino’s planning staff, for example, must verify that additions in the R1-6E Eichler zone meet the Eichler Design Handbook specs cupertino.granicus.com. And San Jose’s forthcoming Objective Design Standards will mean that for any Eichler on the Historic Inventory, city permit approval is contingent on meeting those standards sanjoseca.gov. This “built-in” review process can affect project timing – you might need extra design iterations to satisfy the guidelines, and specialized materials (post-and-beam compatible windows, etc.) might be required. It’s a good idea for owners to hire architects or contractors familiar with Eichler homes and local rules – many areas have specialists who know how to modernize Eichlers while complying with all regulations.

• Exterior Changes and Maintenance: Minor exterior changes (like painting, landscaping, or routine maintenance) are generally not restricted – except if your home is in a local historic district or subject to an easement. As of now, most Silicon Valley Eichler tracts do not have exterior preservation easements (those are rare and typically done via a trust or nonprofit for very significant properties). However, being in a designated historic district (National or local) can invoke rules: for example, in a National Register district like Fairglen (San Jose) or Greenmeadow (Palo Alto), any project needing a building permit may require a historical review. That doesn’t mean you can’t replace a leaking roof or upgrade your home – but you may need to choose historically appropriate materials (e.g. a tar-and-gravel or foam roof similar to the original, rather than a flashy metal seam roof). Fortunately, many cities offer guides for Eichler maintenance (covering everything from window glazing to siding repairs) so owners can keep the home in good shape without violating preservation norms sanjoseca.gov. In some cases, what an owner might view as a small change – say installing a front-yard fence or carport enclosure – could actually require design approval if it alters the Eichler’s street appearance sunnyvaleca.legistar.com. Always check your city’s permit triggers and guidelines.

• Resale Implications: Owning an Eichler in a protected neighborhood is generally seen as a benefit for resale, at least to the right buyers. Enthusiasts of mid-century modern architecture will pay a premium to be in an intact Eichler tract where neighbors have kept the aesthetic and where rules prevent incongruous remodels. The protective measures (HOA covenants, design review, historic status) effectively stabilize the neighborhood’s look and feel, which can enhance property values by differentiating the area as historic or architecturally cohesive. That said, it’s crucial to disclose these restrictions to any buyer. A new owner should know if, for example, the home is in a single-story zone (they won’t be allowed to expand upward) or if the HOA forbids changing the original globe light fixtures on the carport. Some buyers who are not Eichler aficionados might be wary of these limits – they might have had plans to significantly expand or remodel in a different style. However, Silicon Valley’s experience shows multiple Eichler tracts successfully obtaining overlays because a supermajority of owners wanted them, suggesting that most Eichler owners value preservation over unfettered alteration neighborhoods.com. From a sales standpoint, having historic designation can be a point of pride (e.g. marketing your home as part of a National Register Historic District). It may also open the door to tax benefits (Mills Act contracts can be a selling point for lower property taxes). On the flip side, if a previous owner made unapproved changes that violate current rules – say they added an ill-suited second story years ago – a new buyer might face pressure (or even requirements) to undo or modify those changes. In extreme cases, a local government can refuse permits for further work until non-compliant elements are addressed. Thus, buyers should perform due diligence: review any Neighborhood CC&Rs, city zoning overlays, or historic ordinances tied to the property. It’s wise to engage a realtor or attorney familiar with Eichler neighborhoods. In summary, when you purchase an Eichler in one of these protected Silicon Valley tracts, you’re not just buying a house – you’re buying into a lovingly preserved piece of mid-century history, with all the responsibilities and rewards that come with it.

Eric and Janelle Boyenga—founding partners of Compass and leading Eichler specialists in Silicon Valley—bring deep knowledge and next-gen tools to help clients navigate the complexities of buying, remodeling, and preserving mid-century modern homes. With decades of experience, the Boyenga Team ensures that buyers and sellers of Eichler properties make confident, design-smart decisions that respect architectural heritage while maximizing value.

Sources: City of Palo Alto – Eichler Design Guidelines (2018)padailypost.com; City of Sunnyvale – Staff Report on Eichler Design Guidelinessunnyvaleca.legistar.com and Single-Story Overlay approvalssunnyvaleca.legistar.com; City of Cupertino – General Plan & R1-6E Ordinancecupertino.granicus.com; City of Mountain View – 2023 Historic Update Memolaserfiche.mountainview.gov; City of San Jose – Eichler ODS Project Descriptionsanjoseca.gov; Fairglen Eichlers Associationfairgleneichlers.org; OHP California – National Register Nomination for Fairglen Additionsohp.parks.ca.gov; Palo Alto Daily Postpadailypost.com; Neighborhoods.com (Cupertino SSO article)neighborhoods.com.

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