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PC Min - 04/14/2015CITY OF CAMPBELL PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES 7:30 P.M. The Planning Commission meeting of April 14, 2015, was called to order at 7:30 p.m., in the Council Chambers, 70 North First Street, Campbell, California by Chair Finch and the following proceedings were had, to wit: APRIL 14, 2015 CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS TUESDAY ROLL CALL Commissioners Present Chair: Vice Chair: Commissioner: Commissioner: Commissioner: Commissioner: Commissioner: Pamela Finch Cynthia L. Dodd Ron Bonhagen Yvonne Kendall Philip C. Reynolds, Jr. Michael L. Rich Donald C. Young Commissioners Absent Staff Present: APPROVAL OF MINUTES None Community Development Director: Planning Manager: Senior Planner: Associate Planner: Associate Planner: City Attorney: Recording Secretary: Paul Kermoyan Aki Honda Snelling Cindy McCormick Daniel Fama Stephen Rose William Seligmann Corinne Shinn Motion: Upon motion by Commissioner Kendall, seconded by Commissioner Reynolds, the Planning Commission minutes of the meeting of March 24, 2015, were approved with a minor correction on page 11. (6-0-0-1; Chair Finch abstained) Campbell Planning Commission Minutes for April 14, 2015 Page 2 COMMUNICATIONS None AGENDA MODIFICATIONS OR POSTPONEMENTS None ORAL REQUESTS None *~~ PUBLIC HEARINGS Chair Finch read Agenda Item No. 1 into the record as follows: 1. PLN2014-269 Public Hearing to consider the application of Brandon Stout Stout, B. for a Site and Architectural Review Permit (PLN2014-269) to allow construction of a new two-story single family residence reusing portions of the existing home on property located at 1247 Audrey Avenue in the R-1-10 (Single-Family Residential) Zoning District. Staff is recommending that this project be deemed Categorically Exempt under CEQA. Planning Commission action final unless appealed in writing to the City Clerk within 10 calendar days. Project Planner: Stephen Rose, Associate Planner Mr. Stephen Rose, Associate Planner, presented the staff report. Commissioner Dodd presented the Site and Architectural Review Committee report as follows: • SARC reviewed this project on March 24, 2015, and was supportive with two recommended changes. • Explained that the first proposed change was the shortening of the dormers. The applicant complied with that request. • Added that the second recommendation was to incorporate a different siding with an alternate material to create enhanced visual appearance. The applicant submitted a written request to be relieved of this requirement. A condition requiring this modification was drafted in the staff report. Chair Finch opened the Public Hearing for Agenda Item No. 1. Jo-Ann Fairbanks, Resident on Hacienda Ave: • Stated that Campbell is a morphing City. As development proceeds there are glaring gaps in daylight planes that are transforming living as we know it. Campbell Planning Commission Minutes for April 14, 2015 Page 3 • Said that applicants want as much as they can get while existing residents want to lose as little as they can. • Stated that this proposal aligns with the intent of the San Tomas Area Neighborhood Plan (STANP) and its stated vision for our City. This design gives more because of its roof design and helps to improve the neighborhood in a way that is a win-win for everyone. • Thanked the applicant, project architect, Planning staff and the Commission for their diligence on this project. Chair Finch closed the Public Hearing for Agenda Item No. 1. Commissioner Reynolds asked SARC what their justification is for their recommended modification (#2) regarding change of material on a portion of the siding. Commissioner Kendall said that SARC found that elevation to look plain and this recommendation was intended to result in more visual interest. She admitted that the elevation is not as plain looking as drawn with plants below the window. It looks better than remembered. Commissioner Reynolds said he agreed and said that he would not want to impose something on the applicant that they don't want when the landscaping would obscure that anyway. Commissioner Kendall agreed that it looks better with landscaping. Commissioner Reynolds said that this is a beautiful project as it is that will accent its neighborhood. He will support this as preferred by the applicant. Motion: Upon motion of Commissioner Kendall, seconded by Commissioner Dodd the Planning Commission adopted Resolution No. 4199 granting a Site and Architectural Review Permit Permit (PLN2014-269) to allow construction of a new two- story single family residence reusing portions of the existing home on property located at 1247 Audrey Avenue with the elimination of Condition 5 as being unnecessary, subject to the conditions of approval, by the following roll call vote: AYES: Bonhagen, Dodd, Finch, Kendall, Reynolds, Rich and Young NOES: None ABSENT: None ABSTAIN: None Chair Finch advised that this action is final unless appealed in writing to the City Clerk within 10 calendar days. *** Chair Finch read Agenda Item No. 2 into the record as follows: Campbell Planning Commission Minutes for April 14, 2015 Page 4 2. PLN2014-349 Public Hearing to consider the application of Brian Skarbek Skarbek, B. for a Conditional Use Permit (PLN2014-349) to allow general alcohol sales in conjunction with an existing restaurant (Sorelle Italian Bistro) on property located at 915 S. San Tomas Aquino Road in the P-D (Planned Development) Zoning District. Staff is recommending that this project be deemed Categorically Exempt under CEQA. Planning Commission action final unless appealed in writing to the City Clerk within 10 calendar days. Project Planner: Stephen Rose, Associate Planner Mr. Stephen Rose, Associate Planner, presented the staff report. Chair Finch asked if there were questions of staff. Commissioner Dodd asked which standard conditions of approval referenced by staff are intended to help prevent a restaurant use from turning into a bar use. Planner Stephen Rose said that they are conditions such as the ones restricting the number of high top chairs and/or tables (Condition 4b). Others include the limitation to four bar stools and the requirement that a full menu be available at all times. He concluded that the approved use and conditions defines the operation. Planning Manager Aki Honda Snelling added that another means is that the use does not include (allow) live entertainment. It is strictly afamily-style restaurant. Commissioner Rich asked about the reduction in hours from midnight to 10 p.m. Planner Stephen Rose said that the total operational hours will be from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. on Sunday and from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. the rest of the week. Chair Finch opened the Public Hearing for Agenda Item No. 1. Chair Finch closed the Public Hearing for Agenda Item No. 1. Commissioner Kendall: • Stated that she likes the idea of shortened hours. It makes sense given that this is really a neighborhood place. • Added that she is glad to hear that Campbell Police Department has no concern. Commissioner Reynolds: • Said that this reminds him of when Mama Mia's made the same change. It has worked out well. • Stated that he often goes to this restaurant. • Concluded that he will be supportive. Chair Finch: • Said that she too really likes the idea. Campbell Planning Commission Minutes for April 14, 2015 Page 5 • Asked staff if it was the applicant's idea to shorten their hours. • Said that it's nice to see the reduced hours in a family environment. • Reminded that the hours run with the property for future uses as well. • Concluded that she looks forward to going back to eat there. Motion: Upon motion of Commissioner Dodd, seconded by Commissioner Reynolds, the Planning Commission adopted Resolution No. 4200 approving a Conditional Use Permit (PLN2014-349) to allow general alcohol sales in conjunction with an existing restaurant (Sorelle Italian Bistro) on property located at 915 S. San Tomas Aquino Road, subject to the conditions of approval, by the following roll call vote: AYES: Bonhagen, Dodd, Finch, Kendall, Reynolds, Rich and Young NOES: None ABSENT: None ABSTAIN: None Chair Finch advised that this action is final unless appealed in writing to the City Clerk within 10 calendar days. **,~ Chair Finch read Agenda Item No. 3 into the record as follows: 3. PLN2015-91 Public Hearing to consider the application of Carol and Pouya Hamid Pouya for a Modification (PLN2015-91) to a previously approved Conditional Use Permit (PLN2012-205) to allow a minors (under 21) in the outdoor seating area, a change in weekend business hours (to open at 11 a.m.), and a change in alcohol license type, for an existing wine bar (Tessora's Barra di Vino) on property located at 234 E. Campbell Avenue in the C-3 (Central Business District) Zoning District. Staff is recommending that this project be deemed Categorically Exempt under CEQA. Planning Commission action final unless appealed in writing to the City Clerk within 10 calendar days. Project Planner: Daniel Fama, Associate Planner Mr. Daniel Fama, Associate Planner, presented the staff report. Chair Finch asked if there were any questions of staff. Commissioner Rich asked if the Police Department was supportive of this request. Planner Daniel Fama replied yes. Campbell Planning Commission Minutes for April 14, 2015 Page 6 Commissioner Dodd asked what about if/when a child dining on the patio needs to use a restroom. Planner Daniel Fama advised that there a provision in the ABC regulations that would allow access for use of the restrooms. Commissioner Kendall presented the Site and Architectural Review Committee report as follows: • SARC reviewed this project Chair Finch opened the Public Hearing for Agenda Item No. 3. Carol Pouya, Business Owner/Applicant: • Said that she was before this Commission about 18 months ago. • Added that she is very happy to be located on Campbell Avenue in the Downtown. • Said that she has not been able to take advantage of the Farmers' Market, which draws lots of younger families with small children in strollers. • Reported that when she advises that she cannot allow minors into her business location, they get upset. • Advised that their idea is to utilize their outdoor patio area as afamily-serving seating. • Reminded that they have a fully operational kitchen. • Distributed her anticipated brunch menu for Sundays. • Said that presently they are not open until 3 p.m. on Sundays. This change will allow them to serve those families who are already downtown for the Farmers' Market. Commissioner Kendall said this is a brilliant idea and thanked Ms. Pouya for providing her sample menu. Chair Finch closed the Public Hearing for Agenda Item No. 3. Commissioner Reynolds: • Said that he will be supporting this application. • Opined that this has been a model business for our City. • Added that he likes having "book end" wine bars in the Downtown. • Said that this outdoor patio proposal is more family oriented and he likes their proposed brunch menu. Commissioner Kendall: • Said that she agrees wholeheartedly. • Added that she appreciates afamily-oriented Downtown. • Said that this use of the patio for family dining will enhance this use and is a good idea. Commissioner Dodd: • Agreed. Campbell Planning Commission Minutes for April 14, 2015 Page 7 • Said that it will be nice to see restaurant use of the patio seating area in order to allow this business to capitalize on the families drawn Downtown on Sundays by the Farmers' Market. • Pointed out that this business owner has looked at what people want and is willing to provide that service. • Stated that she will absolutely support this use. Chair Finch: • Agreed that this is a model business. • Added that it will be wonderful for this business to be able to serve younger families on their patio while still complying with ABC regulations with the interior space. Motion: Upon motion of Commissioner Reynolds, seconded by Commissioner Dodd, the Planning Commission adopted Resolution No. 4201 approving a Modification (PLN2015-91) to a previously approved Conditional Use Permit (PLN2012-205) to allow a minors (under 21) in the outdoor seating area, a change in weekend business hours (to open at 11 a.m.), and a change in alcohol license type, for an existing wine bar (Tessora's Barra di Vino) on property located at 234 E. Campbell Avenue, by the following roll call vote: AYES: Bonhagen, Dodd, Finch, Kendall, Reynolds, Rich and Young NOES: None ABSENT: None ABSTAIN: None Chair Finch advised that this action is final unless appealed in writing to the City Clerk within 10 calendar days. **~ REPORT OF THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR Director Paul Kermoyan added the following update(s) to his written report: • Advised that the next Planning Commission meeting now has a second item on its agenda. Chair Finch: • Reported that she recently toured the new Penny Lane development (Hamilton at San Tomas Expressway). • Added that Developer Mark Robson, Robson Homes, told her that Director Paul Kermoyan and his staff are all knowledgeable and helpful and that developers like working in Campbell. Campbell Planning Commission Minutes for April 14, 2015 Page 8 ADJOURNMENT The Planning Commission meeting adjourned at 8:09 p.m. to the next Regular Planning Commission Meeting of April 28, 2015. SUBMITTED BY: Corix~ne Shinn, Recording Secretary APPROVED BY: Pam , C~h,~ir ' i ATTEST: +' Paul erm ' n, Secretary