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PC Min 09/25/2001CITY OF CAMPBELL PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES 7:30 P.M. TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 25, 2001 CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS The Planning Commission meeting of September 25, 2001, was called to order at 7:37 p.m., in the Council Chambers, 70 North First Street, Campbell, California by Chair Lindstrom, and the following proceedings were had, to wit: ROLL CALL Commissioners Present: Chair: Vice Chair: Commissioner: Commissioner: Commissioner: Mel Lindstrom Tom Francois Bob Alderete George Doorley Joseph D. Hemandez Commissioners Absent: Commissioner: Commissioner: Elizabeth Gibbons Brad Jones Staff Present: Community Development Director: Senior Planner: Associate Planner: Planner II: Planner I: Planner I: City Attorney: Reporting Secretary: Sharon Fierro Geoff I. Bradley Tim J. Haley Darcy Smith Kristi Bascom Stephanie Willsey William Seligmann Corinne A. Shinn APPROVAL OF MINUTES Motion: On motion of Commissioner Doorley, seconded by Commissioner Francois, the Planning Commission minutes of August 28, 2001, were approved with corrections on pages 6 and 9. (5-0-2; Commissioners Gibbons and Jones were absent) Planning Commission Minm,~s of September 25, 2001 Page 2 COMMUNICATIONS. 1. Amended agenda 2. Memo from City Attorney 3. Revised Conditions of Approval for Agenda Item No. 4. ORAL REQUESTS There were no oral requests. AGENDA MODIFICATIONS OR POSTPONEMENTS There were no agenda modifications or postponements. ORAL REQEUST There were no oral requests. PUBLIC HEARING Chair Lindstrom read Agenda Item No. 1 into the record. 1. PLN2001-71 Nazaradeh, E. Continued Public Heating to consider the application of Edward Nazaradeh, on behalf of St. Mary's Assyrian Chaldean Catholic Church, for a Modification (PLN2001-71) to a previously approved Use Permit to allow the construction of a mezzanine addition to an existing church on property located at 109 N. First Street in a PD (Planned Development) Zoning District. This project is Categorically Exempt. Planning Commission decision final in 10 days, unless appealed in writing to the City Clerk. (Continued from the Planning Commission Meeting of July 10 & 24, 2001.) Mr. Tim J. Haley, Associate Planner, presented the staff report as follows: · Advised that this item was continued from the July 24th meeting where the Commission requested revised plans to enclose the stairwell from view from the exterior. The applicant has made these revisions by enlarging the entry and including the stairwell to the mezzanine within the building. · Added that the mezzanine will be used to house an organ and choir and includes 72 square feet of usable area. · Informed that the General Plan land use is Low-Density Residential and Office and the Zoning Designation is Planned Development. · Said that staff is recommending adoption of a Resolution approving this Modification. Commissioner Francois presented the Site and Architectural Review Committee report as follows: · SARC reviewed this project on August 28th, after many previous reviews, and was very supportive of this current proposal. Chair Lindstrom opened the Public Hearing for Agenda Item No. 1. Chair Lindstrom closed the Public Hearing for Agenda Item No. 1. Planning Commission Minutes of September 25, 2001 Page 3 Motion: Upon motion of Commissioner Francois, seconded by Commissioner Hernandez, the Planning Commission adopted Resolution No. 3374 approving a Modification (PLN2001-71) to a previously approved Use Permit to allow the construction of a mezzanine addition to an existing church on property located at 109 N. First Street; by the following roll call vote: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: ABSTAIN: Alderete, Doorley, Francois, Hernandez and Lindstrom None Gibbons and Jones None Chair Lindstrom advised that this decision is final in 10 days, unless appealed in writing to the City Clerk. Chair Lindstrom read Agenda Item No. 2 into the record. 2. PLN2001-64 Smith, R. Continued Public Hearing to consider the application of Robert E. Smith, on behalf of Verizon Wireless, for a Site and Architectural Review Permit Approval (PLN2001-64) to allow the construction of a wireless antenna facility on the tower of the Sunnyoaks Fire Station on property located at 485 W. Sunnyoaks Avenue in a P-F (Public Facilities) Zoning District. This project is Categorically Exempt. Planning Commission decision final in 10 days, unless appealed in writing to the City Clerk. (Continued from the Planning Commission meetings of July 10, July 24 and August 14, 2001.) Ms. Darcy Smith, Planner II, presented the staff report as follows: · Advised that the applicants seek a Site and Architectural Approval to allow the installation of a nine-panel wireless antenna facility with fiberglass screen on the tower walls at the Sunnyoaks Fire Station. The fiberglass screen will be painted to match and all related equipment will also be located on the roof. · Said that this site is located on the north side of W. Sunnyoaks Avenue and is a City-owned parcel. · Added that the Zoning is Public Facilities and the General Plan land use is Public/Semi- Public. · Said that this installation will allow the applicants to better serve the immediate area. · Informed that this proposed antenna installation is a preferred installation per the Telecommunications Ordinance and that staff finds it compatible and supportable. Commissioner Francois presented the Site and Architectural Review follows: · SARC reviewed this project on June 26th and was supportive. Committee report as Chair Lindstrom opened the Public Hearing for Agenda Item No. 2. Planning Commission Minutes of September 25, 2001 Page 4 Chair Lindstrom closed the Public Hearing for Agenda Item No. 2. Motion: Upon motion of Commissioner Hernandez, seconded by Commissioner Doorley, the Planning Commission adopted Resolution No. 3375 granting a Site and Architectural Review Permit Approval (PLN2001-64) to allow the construction of a wireless antenna facility on the tower of the Sunnyoaks Fire Station on property located at 485 W. Sunnyoaks Avenue, by the following roll call vote: AYES: Alderete, Doorley, Francois, Hernandez and Lindstrom NOES: None ABSENT: Gibbons and Jones ABSTAIN: None Chair Lindstrom advised that this action is final in 10 days unless appealed in writing to the City Clerk. Chair Lindstrom read Agenda Item No. 3 into the record. 3. PLN2001-88 Gamble, R. Public Heating to consider the application of Mr. Russell Gamble, on behalf of Mr. Joseph Martina, for a Planned Development Permit (PLN2001-88) to allow the conversion of a residential building to an office/industrial use, with vehicle and equipment storage in the rear portion of the lot, on property located at 811 Camden Avenue in a PD (Planned Development) Zoning District. This project is Categorically Exempt. Tentative City Council Meeting Date: October 16, 2001. Ms. Kristi Bascom, Planner I, presented the staff report as follows: Advised that the applicants are seeking a Planned Development Permit to allow the conversion of a residence to office/industrial use on this parcel located on the west side of Camden Avenue. · Said that the Zoning is Planned Development and the General Plan land use is Commercial/Industrial. · Identified the existing structure as a 1,300 square foot single-story structure that was built as a residence. The applicants propose to convert the use of this structure into an office with 170 square feet added. Additionally, a new 800 square foot storage building will be constructed and nine parking spaces created. · Advised that this proposal meets all development standards and that the new building will use matching building materials to the existing structure. · Said that staff finds this proposal to be compatible with the other uses in the area and is recommending approval. Commissioner Francois presented the Site and Architectural Review Committee report as follows: · SARC reviewed this project on September 18th and was supportive. Planning Commission Minutes of September 25, 2001 Page 5 Commissioner Doorley questioned the provision of compact parking, pointing out that four of the nine spaces appear to be compact. Inquired if this meets the established ratio of compact versus standard spaces. Ms. Kristi Bascom replied that typically 40 percent of the spaces can be compact. Commissioner Doorley pointed out that four spaces of nine represents about 44 percent. This is not sufficiently over the allowable to make a huge deal about. Chair Lindstrom opened the Public Hearing for Agenda Item No. 3. Mr. Lucky Roman, 825 Camden Avenue, Campbell: · Expressed concerns about water drainage as a result of the proposed wall on this site. · Pointed out that his garage is situated at the property line with this property and he does not want inadequate drainage to cause flooding of his garage. · Added that he also wondered about access to his garage building for maintenance and repairs. · Mentioned that he was also concerned about obstructions to his views as he pulls from his driveway. Chair Lindstrom informed Mr. Roman that the Public Works Department considers such issues as site water drainage in its review of such applications. Mr. GeoffI. Bradley, Senior Planner: · Pointed out that it appears that the drainage problem may be on 825 Camden rather than the subject site. In that case, Mr. Roman might have to make some sort of adjustments on his own property to accommodate the drainage of water on his own property. Mr. Roman seems to imply that currently water is draining from his property onto 811 and he is concerned that the proposed wall will not allow that to continue. · Added that the wall is required to shield residential neighbors from a commercial use. It is a standard requirement to separate the two types of uses. · Said that the access issues raised by Mr. Roman to maintain the garage structure situated on the property line represents a civil matter that is up to the two property owners to work out. Mr. Lucky Roman reiterated his concerns about visibility for backing out from his property. Ms. Kristi Bascom advised that the block wall would stop short of the front property line by 15 to 16 feet off Camden Avenue. The existing fencing will be retained. Mr. Lucky Roman asked why the block wall was necessary. Mr. Geoff I. Bradley replied that the solid barrier is a requirement when commercial uses abut residential uses. Ms. Kristi Bascom added that this wall is being installed at the City's request. Planning Commission Minutes of September 25, 2001 Page 6 Mr. Russ Gamble, Project Architect: · Assured the Commission that the drainage from the roof of the new storage building would be directed away from 825 Camden and toward the interior of 811 Camden. · Added that there will be an air gap between the garage and the wall. Chair Lindstrom closed the Public Heating for Agenda Item No. 3. Motion: Upon motion of Commissioner Doorley, seconded by Commissioner Francois, the Planning Commission adopted Resolution No. 3376 recommending approval of a Planned Development Permit (PLN2001-88) to allow the conversion of a residential building to an office/industrial use, with vehicle and equipment storage in the rear portion of the lot, on property located at 811 Camden Avenue, by the following roll call vote: AYES: Alderete, Doorley, Francois, Hernandez and Lindstrom NOES: None ABSENT: Gibbons and Jones ABSTAIN: None Chair Lindstrom advised that this decision is final in 10 days, unless appealed in writing to the City Clerk. Chair Lindstrom read Agenda Item No. 4 into the record. 4. PLN2001-80 Toledo, R. Public Hearing to consider the application of Mr. Richard Toledo for a Conditional Use Permit (PLN2001-80) to allow the construction of a 768 square foot secondary living unit on property located at 175 Sunnyside Avenue in a PD (Planned Development) Zoning District. This project is Categorically Exempt. Planning Commission decision final in 10 days, unless appealed in writing to the City Clerk. Ms. Stephanie Willsey, Planner I, presented the staff report as follows: · Advised that the applicants seek a Conditional Use Permit to allow the construction of a new 768 square foot, single-story, secondary living unit on the north side of Sunnyside Avenue, five parcels west of First Street. · Said that an existing 1,548 square foot home with 440 square foot detach garage are on the subject parcel. · Said that the proposal is developed at 8 units per gross acre whereas the General Plan allows up to 13 units per gross acre. · Informed that this project is consistent with the zoning and that the secondary unit is actually almost completely obscured from view from the street. It will be attached to the existing detached garage located at the end of an 81-foot long driveway. The materials will match the existing home. · Pointed out the revised Conditions of Approval distributed this evening as a table item and pointed out the newest Condition to require alleyway improvements. Planning Commission Minm,:s of September 25, 2001 Page 7 · Said that staff is recommending approval of this request. Commissioner Francois presented the Site and Architectural Review Committee report as follows: · SARC reviewed this project and was supportive as originally presented without the requirement for the alleyway improvements. · Asked staff why SARC was not informed of the requirement for the alleyway improvements. · Questioned the length of the alleyway. Mr. GeoffI. Bradley: · Advised that staff had overlooked the alley access in its initial preparation of Conditions. Pointed out that there have been a couple of new developments along Sunnyside at which time the alleyway improvements were required and installed. · Replied that the alley runs from First to Winchester and approximately two to three areas have recently been improved with the redevelopment of properties. Director Sharon Fierro: · Advised that the alley is widely used, including for garbage collection and is considered an historic alley. · Pointed out that a policy is being added to the General Plan that acknowledges the importance of this alley. Commissioner Francois opined that it does not make good sense, nor is it fair, to ask this homeowner to pave just 65 feet of the alley. Chair Lindstrom pointed out that in the San Tomas Area deferred improvement agreements are signed. Director Sharon Fierro cautioned that this alley is privately owned while the deferred agreements are for public street improvements. It is unlikely that the City will call for public improvements on this alley because it does not meet the minimum standards. It is more of a driveway than a public street. Commissioner Doorley asked staff if they could give a rough cost estimate for the alley improvements. Mr. GeoffI. Bradley replied that the 650 square feet of paving could run in the area of $8,100. Chair Lindstrom opened the Public Hearing for Agenda Item No. 4. Mr. Richard Toledo, Applicant, 175 Sunnyside Avenue, Campbell: · Advised that he is constructing this unit so that his grandmother can reside in it and live near her extended family. · Said that the requirement to pave the alley is a new and unexpected requirement that could represent the obstacle that prevents him from going forward with this plan. · Said that there are already a number of expensive permit and park fees associated with this proposal. Planning Commission Minutes of September 25, 2001 Page 8 · Identified himself as a 30-year citizen of Campbell and a six-year Campbell homeowner. · Added that he is a firefighter with a one-income family. · Asked the Commission to remove the Condition No. 7 requiring the alleyway improvements and approve his request for this second unit. Commissioner Hernandez asked Mr. Toledo if he would be willing to enter into a deferred agreement for installing the improvements to the alleyway at such time that all owners along the alley can participate. Mr. Richard Toledo replied yes. Chair Lindstrom closed the Public Heating for Agenda Item No. 4. Commissioner Francois said that since the applicant is willing to pave the alley later under a deferred agreement, he would support this project with the elimination of Condition 7. Commissioner Doorley concurred but added that he didn't believe that the deferred improvements should be tied into this approval at all. Commissioner Hemandez said that, while he understands the reason for the condition, he supports the deferred improvement agreement as a nice compromise. Commissioner Alderete agreed that it would make more sense to install all of the alleyway improvements at the same time. Chair Lindstrom added that it seems to be a small house to have to be burdened with the costly alleyway improvements. Supported the removal of Condition 7. Motion: Upon motion of Commissioner Doorley, seconded by Commissioner Francois, the Planning Commission adopted Resolution No. 3377 granting a Conditional Use Permit (PLN2001-80) to allow the construction of a 768 square foot secondary living unit on property located at 175 Sunnysidc Avenue, with the removal of Condition 7 requiring the improvements to the alley. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: ABSTAIN: Alderete, Doorley, Francois and Lindstrom Hernandez Gibbons and Jones None Chair Lindstrom advised that this decision is final in 10 days, unless appealed in writing to the City Clerk. REPORT OF THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR The written report of Ms. Sharon Fierro, Community Development Director, was accepted as presented with the following additions: Planning Commission Minutes of September 25, 2001 Page 9 · Welcomed the newest Commissioner, Bob Alderete. · Expressed gratitude and best wishes to Chair Lindstrom as he departs for retirement in Arizona. · Introduced new planner, Stephanie Willsey, who comes to Campbell from San Mateo County where she worked as a planner in the Current Planning Department. · Advised that Council approved the parking adjustment for 175-201 E. Campbell Avenue. · Informed that the next Commission meeting will include four items. · Asked the Commissioners to mark their calendars for a Special Planning Commission Meeting on Monday, November 5, 2001, where the heating on the Housing Element adoption will be held at 7:30 p.m. in Council Chambers. · Asked the Commission for available dates for another Study Session on the General Plan/Housing Element Update. The date selected was Wednesday, October 17, 2001, at 6:30 p.m. Chair Lindstrom advised that a new Chair and Vice Chair must be selected this evening. Motion: Upon motion of Commissioner Hernandez, seconded by Commissioner Doorley, Commissioner Tom Francois was selected to serve as Planning Commission Chair (5-0-2) Motion: Upon motion of Commissioner Francois, seconded by Commissioner Doorley, Commissioner Joe Hernandez was selected to serve as Planning Commission Vice Chair (5-0-2) Chair Lindstrom declared that it has been wonderful to serve on the Planning Commission and thanked his fellow Commissioners and staff. ADJOURNMENT The Planning Commission meeting adjourned at 8:32 p.m. to the regular Planning Commission meeting of October 9, 2001, in the Council Chambers, City Hall, 70 North First Street, Campbell, California.~tr3~ SUBMITTED BY: , ~..~ ~ Co-'h'-'~'e A Sl~inn, Recording Secretary APPROVED BY: M~{1 Lindstrom, Chair St~arb"h Fierro, Secretary