PC Min 05/28/2002CITY OF CAMPBELL PLANNING COMMISSION
MINUTES
7:30 P.M. TUESDAY
MAY 28, 2002
CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
The Planning Commission meeting of May 28, 2002, was called to order at 7:30 p.m., in
the Council Chambers, 70 North First Street, Campbell, California by Chair Francois, and
the following proceedings were had, to wit:
ROLL CALL
Commissioners Present:
Chair:
Commissioner:
Commissioner:
Commissioner:
Commissioner:
Tom Francois
Bob Alderete
George Doorley
Elizabeth Gibbons
Brad Jones
Commissioners Absent:
Vice Chair:
Joseph D. Hernandez
Staff Present:
Community
Development Director:
Senior Planner:
Associate Planner:
Planner I:
City Attorney:
Reporting Secretary:
Sharon Fierro
Geoff I. Bradley
Tim J. Haley
Stephanie Willsey
William Seligmann
Corinne A. Shinn
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Motion: On motion of Commissioner Doorley, seconded by Commissioner
Gibbons, the Planning Commission minutes of May 14, 2002, were
approved. (5-0-1; Commissioner Hernandez was absent)
COMMUNICATIONS.
There were no communications items.
AGENDA MODIFICATIONS OR POSTPONEMENTS
There were no agenda modifications or postponements
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ORAL REQUESTS
There were no Oral Requests.
PUBLIC HEARING
Chair Francois read Agenda Item No. 1 into the record.
1. PLN2002-02
Salvador, J.
Continued Public Hearing (from May 14, 2002) to consider the
application of Mr. Joe Salvador, on behalf of Railway Distributing,
Inc., for an Extension (PLN2002-02) to a previously-approved
Conditional Use Permit (UP 84-19) to allow the continued use of the
property as a commercial construction supply storage yard and
parking lot on property owned by Mr. Joe Salvador at 238-246
Railway Avenue in a P-D (Planned Development) Zoning District.
This project is Categorically Exempt. Tentative City Council
Meeting Date: June 18, 2002. Project Planner: Stephanie Willsey,
Planner I
Ms. Stephanie Willsey, Planner I, presented the staff report as follows:
Advised that the application is seeking approval of an Extension to a previously approved
Conditional Use Permit for 238-246 Railway Avenue to allow the continued use of
property for a commercial construction supply storage yard.
· Said that Council granted the original approval in 1985 and the Conditional Use Permit was
extended four times, the last time being in 1997 when a five-year extension was approved.
At this time, the applicant is asking for a 10-year extension but staff is recommending a
seven-year extension.
· Informed that the Redevelopment Agency has no objections and that a Condition of
Approval has been included that requires a written agreement with the applicant that states
he is willing to abandon this use within six months of notification by the Redevelopment
Agency to do so.
· Recommended approval.
Commissioner Alderete questioned the criteria for the time limitation.
Planner Stephanie Willsey replied that the criteria are typically the prospect for redevelopment
of the area.
Commissioner Doorley presented the Site and Architectural Review Committee report as
follows:
· SARC reviewed this proposal on April 23, 2002, and was supportive of a seven-year
extension of this Use Permit.
Chair Francois opened the Public Heating for Agenda Item No. 1.
Chair Francois closed the Public Hearing for Agenda Item No. 1.
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Commissioner Alderete:
Pointed out his concerns about the need to back directly onto the street from some of the
parking spaces.
· Said that there are properties across the street apparently are also being used for storage for
this business.
· Stated that upon a recent trip to the area, he noticed a fork lift crossing the street that is not
intended for use on streets as well as broken wallboard everywhere.
· Suggested a requirement to keep that cleaned up.
Senior Planner Geoff I. Bradley advised that the applicant also owns and uses property across
the street from the project site. He added that staff has not sought to achieve compliance with
other properties as part of this request as they are separate. The uses across the street are
existing legal, non-conforming uses. Added that VTA is also currently working in the area on
the Light Rail project.
Commissioner Alderete mentioned that there appears to be multiple addresses for one parcel.
Planner Stephanie Willsey clarified that while the two parcels are merged, both addresses are
still assigned by the Post Office.
Motion:
Upon motion of Commissioner Gibbons, seconded by Commissioner
Doorley, the Planning Commission adopted Resolution No. 3433
recommending approval of a seven year Extension (PLN2002-02) to a
previously approved Conditional Use Permit (UP $4-19) to allow the
continued use of the property as a commercial construction supply storage
yard and parking lot on property owned by Mr. Joe Salvador at 238-246
Railway Avenue, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Alderete, Doorley, Francois, Gibbons and Jones
NOES: None
ABSENT: Hernandez
ABSTAIN: None
Chair Francois advised that this matter would be considered by Council at its meeting of June
18, 2002.
Chair Francois read Agenda Item No. 2 into the record.
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2. PLN2002-43
Gragnani/Lopez
Public Hearing to consider the application of Mr. Alan Gragnani and
Mr. George Lopez, on behalf of The Wine Library, for a
Modification (PLN2002-43) to a previously-approved Conditional
Use Permit to allow the expansion of the interior tasting area from
100 to 400 square feet, approval to serve wine in a defined outdoor
seating area adjacent to the Campbell Avenue entrance
accommodating 10 to 12 seats and establishment of a rear
smoking/patio area on property owned by Mr. Jeff Wyatt at 379 E.
Campbell Avenue in the C-3-S (Central Business District) Zoning
District. This project is Categorically Exempt. Planning
Commission action final in 10 calendar days, unless appealed in
writing to the City Clerk. Project Planner: Tim J. Haley, Associate
Planner
Mr. Tim J. Haley, Associate Planner, presented the staff report as follows:
· Advised that the applicants are seeking approval of a Modification
to a previously
approved Conditional Use Permit, which was granted on October 30, 2002.
· Stated that the Planning Commission Resolution approved a Conditional Use Permit for a
retail wine business, with the restriction to 100 square feet of space, out of the total 1,350,
for wine tasting.
· Added that the applicant now seeks an expansion of the wine tasting space to 400 square
feet as well as the tight to serve wine in their front patio area, consisting of approximately
130 square feet, a rear smoking area and an extension of operational hours from 10 p.m. to
11 p.m.
· Informed that this project was reviewed by the Police Department. They had no objections.
· Recommended adoption of a Resolution to approve this Modification.
Commissioner Doodey provided the Site and Architectural Review Committee report as
follows:
· SARC reviewed this proposal on May 14, 2002, and was supportive with the condition that
any rear smoking area not include tables or chairs that could block egress.
Chair Francois opened the Public Hearing for Agenda Item No. 2.
Chair Francois closed the Public Heating for Agenda Item No. 2.
Commissioner Doorley stated that while he is supportive of this request, he wants it made clear
that this use would change from more of a retail establishment to more of a wine bar.
Motion:
Upon motion of Commissioner Doorley, seconded by Commissioner Jones,
the Planning Commission adopted Resolution No. 3434 approving a
Modification (PLN2002-43) to a previously-approved Conditional Use
Permit to allow the expansion of the interior tasting area from 100 to 400
square feet, approval to serve wine in a defined outdoor seating area
adjacent to the Campbell Avenue entrance accommodating 10 to 12 seats and
establishment of a rear smoking/patio area on property owned by Mr. Jeff
Wyatt at 379 E. Campbell Avenue, by the following roll call vote:
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AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
Alderete, Doorley, Francois, Gibbons and Jones
None
Hernandez
None
Chair Francois advised that this action is final in 10 calendar days, unless appealed in writing
to the City Clerk.
Chair Francois read Agenda Item No. 3 into the record.
3. PLN2002-31
Bracher/Dubcich
Public Hearing to consider the application of Ms. Vivian Bracher and
Mr. Robert Dubcich for a Tentative Subdivision Map (PLN2002-31)
to create six townhome lots and one common lot on property owned
by Ms. Vivian Bracher and Mr. Robert Dubcich located at 206
Shelley Avenue in a P-D (Planned Development) Zoning District. A
Negative Declaration was previously approved for this project.
Tentative City Council Meeting Date: June 18, 2002. Project
Planner: Tim J. Haley, Associate Planner
Mr. Tim J. Haley, Associate Planner, presented the staff report as follows:
· Informed that this application is for a Tentative Subdivision Map, which was required as a
Condition of Approval with the Planned Development Permit Approval for six townhome
units.
Added that the Tentative Subdivision Map would create six townhome lot and one
common lot.
· Said that the property would be developed at 11.1 units per gross acre, which is in the
midrange of the allowable density of 6 to 13 units per gross acre.
· Recommended adoption of a Resolution recommending approval of this Tentative
Subdivision Map.
Chair Francois opened the Public Hearing for Agenda Item No. 3.
Chair Francois closed the Public Hearing for Agenda Item No. 3.
Motion:
Upon motion of Commissioner Gibbons, seconded by Commissioner
Alderete, the Planning Commission adopted Resolution No. 3435
recommending approval of a Tentative Subdivision Map (PLN2002-31) to
create six townhome lots and one common lot on property owned by Ms.
Vivian Bracher and Mr. Robert Dubcich located at 206 Shelley Avenue, by
the following roll call vote:
AYES: Alderete, Doorley, Francois, Gibbons and Jones
NOES: None
ABSENT: Hernandez
ABSTAIN: None
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Chair Francois advised that Council would consider this item for final action on June 18, 2002.
REPORT OF TI-IE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR
The written report of Ms. Sharon Fierro, Community Development Director, was accepted as
presented with the following additions:
· Announced that Council has authorized a Request for Proposals for Winchester Boulevard,
South of Campbell Avenue and other Design Guidelines. Work will start on this project at
the end of the year.
· Added that the Commission will hold a Study Session on June 17, 2002, regarding the
Zoning Code Update. Staff will distribute a briefing book early enough for the
Commissioners to provide guidance on which areas require further review.
· Informed that Council approved the project at 154 Sunnyside Avenue and approved the
FY02/03 Operating and Capital Improvement Budget. The budget included funds for a
paid architectural advisor that will become an advocate for the San Tomas Area
Neighborhood Plan.
· Council with regret accepted the resignation of Commissioner Leonard.
· Informed the Commission that the next agenda will include three items.
· Offered to distribute the Department of Finance report that explains its population figures.
Commissioner Doorley asked for an update on the Russian Deli Caf~ on Winchester and the
illegal outdoor seating for Baja Fresh Restaurant on S. Bascom Avenue.
Senior Planner Geoff I. Bradley advised that he gave the owner of the Russian Deli Caf6 until
the end of May to get the required landscaping planted. He added that Baja Fresh had 40
outdoor seats in violation of their Use Permit. An agreement was reached that if Baja Fresh
made good faith efforts to comply with their Conditions of Approval, they would be permitted
to have eight seats, four tables and two umbrellas for use as a temporary outdoor waiting area
until they can complete the required improvements necessary for the permanent outdoor
seating area.
Chair Francois asked if the rumor of the sale of the Russian Deli Caf6 is true.
Senior Planner Geoff I. Bradley replied that he believed a sale is pending.
Chair Francois asked for an update on the Prometheus project and the Gilman project.
Director Sharon Fierro replied that she just recently spoke with the hotel developer for the
Prometheus site who advised that in the current market banks will not fully finance loans to
construct hotels. She added that that the Gilman project was recently resubmitted.
Chair Francois asked if the Loft project is dead.
Director Sharon Fierro replied that the parking structure is too expensive, which results in the
living units being too expensive to be viable. However, another developer has expressed
interest in assuming this project.
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ADJOURNMENT
The Planning Commission meeting adjourned at 7:56 p.m. to the next Regular Public Hearing
2002, in the Council Chambers, City Hall, 70 North First Street, Campbell,
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