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PC Min 01/28/2003CITY OF CAMPBELL PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES 7:30 P.M. TUESDAY JANUARY 28, 2003 CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS The Planning Commission meeting of January 28, 2003, was called to order at 7:30 p.m., in the Council Chambers, 70 North First Street, Campbell, California by Acting Chair Doorley and the following proceedings were had, to wit: ROLL CALL Commissioners Present: Acting Chair: Commissioner: Commissioner: Commissioner: Commissioner: George Doofley Bob Alderete Elizabeth Gibbons Tom Francois Michael Rocha Commissioners Absent: Chair: Commissioner: Joseph D. Hernandez Brad Jones Staff Present: Community Development Director: Senior Planner: Planner I: City Attorney: Reporting Secretary: Sharon Fierro Geoff I. Bradley Melinda Denis William Seligmann Corinne A. Shinn APPROVAL OF MINUTES Motion: On motion of Commissioner Gibbons, seconded by Commissioner Francois, the Planning Commission minutes of January 14, 2003, were approved. (5-0-2; Commissioners Hernandez and Jones were absent) COMMUNICATIONS. 1. Desk Item for Agenda Item #3. AGENDA MODIFICATIONS OR POSTPONEMENTS None. Planning Commission Minutes of January 28, 2003 Page 2 ORAL REQUESTS Ms. Sally Howe, Campbell Express: · Extended an invitation to the Commission and members of the public to attend the 1 llth Anniversary Meeting of Campbell's Early Settlers & Heritage Reunion, which is considered to be the second oldest California civic celebration after the Rose Parade. · Offered details that the event will be held on Presidents' Day, Monday, February 17, 2003, at the Orchard City Hall at the Campbell Community Center, beginning at 9:30 a.m. with lunch at noon. · Announced the Chamber of Commerce's Citizen of the Year as being Pat Laufman, a woman with a long history of community service and a "super" lady. While Pat has been ill with pneumonia recently, she was out for lunch with former Councilmember Barbara Conant at Alie's Comer Caf6 when the Chamber surprised her with the announcement of her selection as Citizen of the Year. The Business of the Year is Nob Hill Foods at Kirkwood Plaza. PUBLIC HEARING Acting Chair Doofley read Agenda Item No. 1 into the record. 1. PLN2002-148 Brown, C. Public Heating to consider the application of Mr. Charles Brown, on behalf of Robert and Jana Zuvela, for a Site and Architectural Review Permit (PLN2002-148) to allow the construction of a new single-family residence on property owned by Robert and Jana Zuvela located at 1121 Steinway Avenue in an R-l-10 (Single Family Residential, 10,000 square foot minimum lot size) Zoning District. This project is Categorically Exempt. Planning Commission decision final in 10 calendar days, unless appealed in writing to the City Clerk. Project Planner: Darcy Smith, Planner II. Mr. Geoff I. Bradley, Senior Planner, presented the staff report as follows: · Advised that the project site is a flag lot on the northern part of Steinway Avenue, east of Peggy Avenue and within the San Tomas Area Neighborhood. · Described the site as being developed with a 900 square foot single-story house constructed approximately in 1960. · Stated that the proposed density is 3.3 units per gross acre, which is consistent with the General Plan. The zoning is R-l-10. The proposed project is consistent with the zoning, including setbacks, heights and FAR. · Said that the existing structure would be removed and a new structure with attached two- car garage constructed. The new home would be single story, which helps minimize the scale. It will include many features recommended in the STANP, including simple hip roofs, use of two-car garage, stucco exterior and porch. The colors include a cream body, and beige and brown trim with brown composition shingle roof. · Advised that the site will require curb, gutters and sidewalks but that Public Works will initiate a Deferred Agreement to have these improvements installed at a later date. · Said that SARC reviewed this proposal on January 14, 2003. Planning Commission Minutes of January 28, 2003 Page 3 · Recommended the adoption of a resolution approving this request. Commissioner Francois presented the Site and Architectural Review Committee report as follows: · SARC reviewed this project on January 14, 2003, and was supportive as submitted with no recommendations for change. Acting Chair Doorley opened the Public Hearing for Agenda Item No. 1. Acting Chair Doorley closed the Public Hearing for Agenda Item No. 1. Motion: Upon motion of Commissioner Gibbons, seconded by Commissioner Alderete, the Planning Commission adopted Resolution No. 3476 approving a Site and Architectural Review Permit (PLN2002-148) to allow the construction of a new single-family residence on property owned by Robert and Jana Zuvela located at 1121 Steinway Avenue and found the project Categorically Exempt, by the following roll call vote: AYES: Alderete, Doorley, Francois, Gibbons and Rocha NOES: None ABSENT: Hernandez and Jones ABSTAIN: None Acting Chair Doorley read Agenda Item No. 2 into the record. 2. PLN2002-144 Dorcich, L. Public Hearing to consider the application of Mr. Louis Dorcich, on behalf of Von and Jhaine Goesling, for a Site and Architectural Review Permit (PLN2002-144) to allow a second story addition on an existing single-family residence on property owned by Von and Jhaine Goesling located at 1384 Walnut Drive in an R-l-10 (Single Family Residential, 10,000 square foot minimum lot size) Zoning District. This project is Categorically Exempt. Planning Commission decision final in 10 calendar days, unless appealed in writing to the City Clerk. Project Planner: Melinda Denis, Planner I. Ms. Melinda Denis, Planner I, presented the staff report as follows: · Advised that the applicant seeks approval of a Site and Architectural Review Permit to allow a second story addition on an existing single-family residence located on the north side of Walnut Avenue, south of Chapman Avenue. · Stated that the proposed density would be 3.4 units per gross acre, which is consistent with the General Plan. The Zoning is R-l-10 and the project is consistent with zoning requirements including setbacks, heights, FAR and parking. · Stated that the applicant will remove an existing accessory structure and make a minor addition to the first floor with a new second story that will be stepped in from the first level. Design details include a hipped and gable roof, two-car garage, composition shingle Planning Commission Minutes of January 28, 2003 Page 4 roof material, use of stucco on the exterior, decorative porch details, divided windows and stone accents. The color pallet includes beige and brown with mahogany door and garage and a brown composition roofing material. Added that there are no standard street improvements required for this project. Advised that SARC reviewed this proposal on January 14, 2003, and was supportive as presented. Recommended adoption of a resolution approving this project. Acting Chair Doorley opened the Public Hearing for Agenda Item No. 2. Mr. Richard Smith, 1093 Normandy Drive, Campbell: · Identified himself as the owner of 3245 S. Winchester Boulevard, which shares a back property line with this property. · Questioned whether a new fence would be installed with this project and whether the dirt currently leaning against the wall itself would be removed from the project site. Mr. Lou Dorcich, Project Architect: · Advised that no new fencing is proposed. Added that the project site is heavily landscaped against the wall separating this residential site from the commercial site behind it. Mr. Dave Brady, 1360 Walnut Drive, Campbell: · Stated that he resides next door to the project site and has lived on the street for 18.5 years. · Commended the Goeslings for holding a meeting with the neighbors and said that they have done a good job designing their home so it does not encroach on its neighbors' privacy. Said that he heard of no objections from the neighbors. · Pointed out that Walnut is changing and growing. · Advised that the concrete wall in question is a cinder block wall and that any dirt against it will not adversely affect its safety. Mr. Von Goesling, 1384 Walnut Drive, Campbell: · Said that the wall in question is a six-foot high cinder block wall but that from the commercial side, for which the grade has been changed as a result of construction, it is only five feet. Mr. Richard Smith: · Countered that the wall was initially six feet tall and the City required him to increase it by one foot when they remodeled. Director Sharon Fierro added that the addition to the wall was required at the time that an addition was made to the commercial building. Mr. Richard Smith: · Announced that he does not want any type of fencing to be attached to his wall and inquired whether any sort of public heating would be required on any proposed fencing. Planning Commission Minutes of January 28, 2003 Page 5 Director Sharon Fierro advised that installation of a fence does not require a public heating as long as the proposed installation meets Code requirements. Commissioner Alderete asked Mr. Smith what exactly he is afraid of. Mr. Richard Smith replied that there is "bad blood." Commissioner Alderete asked what is Mr. Smith's specific concern. Commissioner Rocha asked if Mr. Smith is concerned over the danger of this wall falling over. Mr. Richard Smith replied not in 100 years. Acting Chair Doorley closed the Public Hearing for Agenda Item No. 2. Motion: Upon motion of Commissioner Alderete, seconded by Commissioner Francois, the Planning Commission adopted Resolution No. 3477 approving a Site and Architectural Review Permit (PLN2002-144) to allow a second story addition on an existing single-family residence on property owned by Von and Jhaine Goesling located at 1384 Walnut Drive and found the project Categorically Exempt, by the following roll call vote: AYES: Alderete, Doorley, Francois, Gibbons and Rocha NOES: None ABSENT: Hernandez and Jones ABSTAIN: None Acting Chair Doorley read Agenda Item No. 3 into the record. PLN2002-153 Thurston, K. Public Heating to consider the application of Mr. Kevin Thurston for a Conditional Use Permit (PLN2002-153) to allow the construction of a new detached garage and an addition to an existing single-family residence on property owned by Mr. Kevin Thurston located at 110 S. Second Street in a PD (Planned Development) Zoning District. This project is Categorically Exempt. Planning Commission decision final in 10 calendar days, unless appealed in writing to the City Clerk. Project Planner: Melinda Denis, Planner I. Ms. Melinda Denis, Planner I, presented the staff report as follows: · Advised that the applicant is seeking approval of a Conditional Use Permit to allow the construction of a new detached garage and an addition to an existing single-family residence that is included on the City's Historic Resources Inventory. · Informed that the property is on Second Street, south of Everett Avenue. · Described the proposed construction as included a new 736 square foot detached garage located at the rear of the property, a new 66 square foot addition on the first floor and a Planning Commission Minutes of January 28, 2003 Page 6 new 700 square foot second story. The roof and siding will be replaced. The applicant plans to do an extensive interior remodel. The existing garage will be demolished and a new garage constructed. The new two-car garage will be visible from the street and will be architectural compatible with the house. Said that the proposal is consistent with the guidelines for additions to historic structures. Said that the proposal is consistent with the General Plan. Stated that the zoning is Planned Development and that this proposal can be permitted with adoption of a Conditional Use Permit and must include review by the Historic Preservation Board. The HBP reviewed the proposal and recommends approval. Recommended the adoption of a resolution approving this Conditional Use Permit and the finding of this project to be Categorically Exempt. Commissioner Gibbons presented the Site and Architectural Review Committee report as follows: · SARC reviewed this proposal earlier this evening (1/28/03) and was supportive as presented. Acting Chair Doorley opened the Public Hearing for Agenda Item No. 3. Acting Chair Doorley closed the Public Heating for Agenda Item No. 3. Motion: Upon motion of Gibbons seconded by Commissioner Rocha, the Planning Commission adopted Resolution No. $478 approving a Conditional Use Permit (PLN2002-153) to allow the construction of a new detached garage and an addition to an existing single-family residence on property owned by Mr. Kevin Thurston located at 110 S. Second Street and found the project Categorically Exempt, by the following roll call vote: AYES: Alderete, Doorley, Francois, Gibbons and Rocha NOES: None ABSENT: Hernandez and Jones ABSTAIN: None MISCELLANEOUS Acting Chair Doorley read Agenda Item No. 4 into the record. Planning Commission Minutes of January 28, 2003 Page 7 4. PLN2002-152 Jensen, J. Hearing to consider the application of Mr. Jeffrey E. Jensen, on behalf of Pool, Patio and Things, for a Sign Exception (PLN2002- 152) to allow the installation of a wall sign on the side of the building facing McBain Avenue and a logo panel on the front of the building facing South Bascom Avenue on property owned by Steven and Ginger Cohen located at 1870 S. Bascom Avenue in a C-2-S (General Commercial) Zoning District. This project is Categorically Exempt. Planning Commission decision final in 10 calendar days, unless appealed in writing to the City Clerk. Project Planner: Darcy Smith, Planner II. Mr. Geoff I. Bradley, Senior Planner, presented the staff report as follows: · Advised that a new commercial building is currently under construction on the subject site. · Informed that on January 3, 2003, staff approved a single sign for this project site. The applicant is now seeking a Sign Exception to allow two additional signs, one logo sign fronting onto Bascom Avenue and a second wall sign fronting onto McBain Avenue. · Stated that staff finds the request to be justified due to the larger size of the building. · Added that were the building to be occupied by multiple tenants, multiple signs would be allowed on a building of this size to serve each tenant while in this case it will be a single- tenant building. · Recommended adoption of a resolution approving this request. Commissioner Rocha asked whether this Sign Exception would roll over should this business leave the site and another business occupy the site. Senior Planner Geoff I. Bradley replied that the approval is specific to this sign. Any new tenant would be required to fall within the parameters of the Sign Ordinance. Commissioner Francois presented the Site and Architectural Review Committee report as follows: SARC reviewed this request on January 14, 2003, and was supportive as presented without modification. Commissioner Alderete inquired how much of the building's frontage is glass. Senior Planner Geoff I. Bradley replied that everything depicted as blue on the colored elevation is glass. Commissioner Alderete asked about the allowance for temporary signs in windows and whether such signage could be permitted on this building. Senior Planner Geoff I. Bradley replied yes. City Attorney William Seligmann sought to clarify a previous comment about future tenants being allowed to continue with the provisions of this Sign Exception. Another tenant would be allowed to continue as long as the new signage incorporates the same design. For example, if the new tenant were merely changing the lettering but staying within the same exact design. Planning Commission Minutes of January 28, 2003 Page 8 Acting Chair Doorley: · Commented that a monument sign would normally be permitted and this request could be seen as in-lieu of a monument sign. · Added that the logo is more artistic than a sign. Director Sharon Fierro: · Added that this is the first two-story tall retail building reviewed by the Commission. · Suggested that the Commission could add a Condition of Approval to prohibit the posting of signs on the windows at the second floor level. · Said that a Condition could also prohibit merchandise from being stacked against the windows. Commissioner Rocha pointed out that historically, this business has not cluttered their windows but rather the displays are very tastefully done. Commissioner Gibbons expressed support for the proposed added Conditions to prevent signage on the second floor windows or the leaning of merchandise against any windows. Motion: Upon motion of Commissioner Gibbons, seconded by Commissioner Alderete, the Planning Commission adopted Resolution No. 3479 approving a Sign Exception (PLN2002-152) to allow the installation of a wall sign on the side of the building facing McBain Avenue and a logo panel on the front of the building facing South Bascom Avenue on property owned by Steven and Ginger Cohen located at 1870 S. Bascom Avenue with added Conditions of Approval, prohibiting the backing/stacking of merchandise against windows and prohibiting any advertising signs from being placed on any second story windows, and found the project Categorically Exempt, by the following roll call vote: AYES: Alderete, Doorley, Francois, Gibbons and Rocha NOES: None ABSENT: Hernandez, Jones ABSTAIN: None REPORT OF THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR The written report of Ms. Sharon Fierro, Community Development Director, was accepted as presented with the following additions: · Advised that staff is recommending the cancellation of the February 11, 2003, Planning Commission meeting as there are no items pending. · Reminded the Commission of the Annual League of California Cities Planners Institute from March 20-22, 2003, in San Diego. Thus far four Commissioners have committed to attending: Alderete, Doorley, Francois and Gibbons. Commissioner Alderete asked staff for an update on the hotel project for the Andy's site. Planning Commission Minutes of January 28, 2003 Page 9 Director Sharon Fierro reminded that the item has been continued to a date uncertain and advised that staff will be contacting the applicant to see if they are ready to proceed. Commissioner Alderete asked if earlier notification can be provided to the Commission of when this item is calendared for heating. Director Sharon Fierro replied yes. Ms. Meg Stein, San Tomas Neighborhood Association: · Announced the completion of the first Adopt A Creek clean up which went great with about 50 people showing up to participate. · Advised that a Spring clean up is planned. · Thanked those involved. ADJOURNMENT The Planning Commission meeting adjourned at 8:15 p.m. to thc next Regular Public Hearing on February 25, 2003, (the February 1 l, 2003, meeting has bccn cancelled) in the Council Chambers, City Hall, 70 North First Street, Campbell, California. SUBMITTED BY: ~'"'-~ Corinne A. Shinn, Recording Secretary APPROVED BY: ATTEST: -~eo/~ Doo/'ley, Acting C~d.[~ Sharon Fierro, Secretary