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PC Min 01/27/1998CITY OF CAMPBELL PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES 7:30 P.M. TUESDAY JANUARY 27, 1998 CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS The Planning Commission meeting of January 27, 1998, was called to order at 7:30 p.m., in the Council Chambers, 70 North First Street, Campbell, California by Chairman Lowe, and the following proceedings were had, to wit: ROLL CALL Commissioners Present: Chair: Vice Chair: Commissioner: Commissioner: Commissioner: Commissioner: Commissioner: Dennis Lowe Brad Jones Tom Francois Elizabeth Gibbons Susan A. Keams Mel Lindstrom Jane Meyer-Kennedy Commissioners Absent: None Staff Present: Community Development Director: Senior Planner: Planner I: Planner I: City Attorney: Reporting Secretary: Steve Piasecki Sharon Fierro Aki Irani Barbara Ryan William Seligmann Corinne A. Shinn APPROVAL OF MINUTES Motion: On motion of Commissioner Meyer-Kennedy, seconded by Commissioner Francois, the Planning Commission minutes January 13, 1998, were approved. (4-0-0-3; Commissioners Jones, Gibbons and Lindstrom abstained.) COMMUNICATIONS. There were no communication items. Planning Commission Minutes of January 27, 1998 Page 2 AGENDA MODIFICATIONS OR POSTPONEMENTS There were no agenda modifications or postponements. ORAL REQUESTS There were no oral requests. PUBLIC HEARING Chairman Lowe read Agenda Item No. 1 into the record. 1. PD 97-03 Aziz, A. Continued Public Heating to consider the application of Dr. Adham Aziz for approval of a Planned Development Permit (PD 97-03) to allow the construction of four townhomes on property located at 760 Duncanville Court in a PD (Planned Development) Zoning District. This project is Categorically Exempt. Tentative City Council Meeting Date: February 3, 1998. Mr. Steve Piasecki, Community Development Director, advised that the applicant is seeking another two-week continuance. Motion: Upon motion of Commissioner Meyer-Kennedy, seconded by Commissioner Kearns, the Planning Commission voted to continue consideration of PD 97- 03 to the Planning Commission meeting of February 10, 1998, to allow the applicant additional time to prepare revised plans. (7-0) Commissioner Meyer-Kennedy advised that she will abstain from Item No. 2 as her office is located within 300 feet of this project. Chairman Lowe read Agenda Item No. 2 into the record. S 97-24 UP 97-21 Haro, R. Continued Public Hearing to consider the application of Mr. Richard Haro for a Site and Architectural Approval (S 97-24) to remodel an existing building for the establishment of a new restaurant and bar (Katie Blooms Restaurant) and a Conditional Use Permit (UP 97-21) to allow on-premise general liquor service and extended hours of operation for the business until 2 a.m., seven days a week, on property located at 369 E. Campbell Avenue in a C-3-S (Central Business District) Zoning District. This project is Categorically Exempt. Planning Commission decision final unless appealed in writing to the City Clerk within 10 days. Planning Commission Minutes of January 27, 1998 Page 3 Ms. Barbara Schoetz Ryan, Planner I, presented the staff report as follows: · The applicant is seeking a Site and Architectural Approval to remodel the facade of an existing building as well as approval of a Conditional Use Permit to allow the sale of liquor and extended hours of operation to 2 a.m. · The proposed restaurant, Katie Bloom's Restaurant and Bar, is proposed to occupy 3,000 square feet of an "L-shaped" building on E. Campbell Avenue, adjacent to the Farley Building which currently houses the Museum Store. · The restaurant will include 160 seats. Two-thirds of the seating will be for dining and one- third within the bar area. · Katie Bloom's is an Irish Pub. · Outside dining will be provided underneath a canopy. · There will be no live entertainment but there will be recorded music and televisions. · Remodeling will include the front facade with the introduction of parapets and corbels as well as the installation of four sets of French doors and a menu display case. · The C-3 Zoning encourages restaurant uses and the upgrading of business facades. · No additional parking is required in the C-3 Zone. · The proposed restaurant is located no closer than one block diagonally from any residential areas. · At its meeting of December 29, 1997, SARC reviewed this proposal and recommended approved. · This project is exempt from environmental review. · Staff recommends approval. Commissioner Francois pointed out that the hours of operation are listed differently in three different parts of the staff report. Ms. Barbara Ryan advised that the restaurant will operate from 10 a.m. to 2 a.m. inside the building. Outdoor seating will be allowed from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Commissioner Gibbons reminded that if problems occur, a Condition exists that would allow for the reduction of hours to 11 p.m. Chairman Lowe asked about the use of a low wall at the front of the building. Ms. Barbara Ryan advised that the outside seating will be contained between this low wall and the building. There is insufficient area to accommodate outdoor seating on the other side of the wall as the pedestrian clearance could not be met. Commissioner Keams advised that she is uncomfortable with the 2 a.m. closing hours on Sunday. Planning Commission Minutes of January 27, 1998 Page 4 Commissioner Jones presented the Site and Architectural Review Committee report as follows: · SARC reviewed this project and is in favor. Chairman Lowe opened the Public Heating for Agenda Item No. 2. Mr. Richard Haro, Project Applicant, 960 Camden Avenue: · Advised that Katie Bloom's proposes to open at 10 a.m. to allow for set up and seating for early lunch which typically begins at 11 a.m. Commissioner Gibbons asked Mr. Haro to be sure that it is clear that any problems that occur as a result of the expanded hours can result in the reduction of operating hours to 11 p.m. Mr. Richard Haro advised that he is well aware of the past history and problems which occurred in the downtown as a result of some bars that were located there. Advised that this is a restaurant rather than a bar. Again stated that the outdoor seating would end at 10 p.m. Commissioner Keams asked if there is any reason to have operating hours to 2 a.m. on Sunday. Commissioner Francois asked what schedule Khartoon's and Cardiff Bar operated under. Mr. Richard Haro said that it appears as if Cardiff operates almost 24 hours a day. Mr. Steve Piasecki added that this bar is operating under an old Use Permit which was less restrictive although alcohol sales must end at 2 a.m. Commissioner Francois asked if there are problems with these existing uses. Mr. Steve Piasecki answered that he is not aware of any current problems. Commissioner Lindstrom suggested that the Conditions of Approval be clarified. Mr. Steve Piasecki advised that staff did not want to preclude the business from adding breakfast service in the future so the option to operate under the normal allowable starting time of 7 a.m. that exists for all businesses in Campbell has been retained. Mr. Richard Haro added that if the place is rowdy, it can be shut down. Stated that he likes the flexibility. Chairman Lowe asked how many complaints would result in reducing the hours. Mr. Richard Haro stated that this would occur at the discretion of the Police Department. Planning Commission Minutes of January 27, 1998 Page 5 Mr. Steve Piasecki added that minor incidents may not impact the hours. If problems are clearly the result of the late operating hours, then those hours can be reduced. Mr. Richard Haro advised that the Campbell Police Department is good at keeping things under control. He stated that the Ordinance allowing outside seating is very clear. He added that seating customers outside of the new walled-in area cannot be allowed as part of the Alcohol Beverage Control (ABC) liquor license regulations. Chairman Lowe closed the Public Hearing for Agenda Item No. 2. Motion: Upon motion of Commissioner Gibbons, seconded by Commissioner Kearns, the Planning Commission adopted Resolution No. 3141 granting a Site and Architectural Approval (S 97-24) and a Conditional Use Permit (UP 97-21) to allow the establishment of a new restaurant and bar (Katie Bloom's Restaurant) and to allow on-premise general liquor service and extended hours of operation for the business until 2 a.m., seven days a week, on property located at 369 E. Campbell Avenue AYES: Francois, Gibbons, Jones, Kearns, Lindstrom, Lowe NOES: None ABSENT: None ABSTAIN: Meyer-Kennedy Mr. Steve Piasecki, Community Development Director, advised that this decision is final, unless appealed in writing to the City Clerk within 10 days. Commissioner Lindstrom advised that the map attached to the staff report depicting other businesses in the area with liquor licenses does not include Giuseppe's Italian Restaurant. Chairman Lowe read Agenda Item No. 3 into the record. 3. UP 97-16 Hardy, D. Public Heating to consider the application of Mr. David Hardy, on behalf of Nextel Communications, for approval of a Conditional Use Permit (UP 97-16) to allow the installation of 12-foot high, roof- mounted cellular antennas on the Storage USA mini-storage building located at 187 E. Sunnyoaks Avenue in an M-1-S (Light Industrial) Zoning District. This project is Categorically Exempt. Planning Commission Decision Final, unless appealed in writing to the City Clerk within 10 days. Planning Commission Minutes of January 27, 1998 Page 6 Ms. Aki Irani, Planner I, presented the staff report as follows: · The applicant is seeking approval of a Conditional Use Permit to allow wireless roof- mounted antennas and an equipment room to be located on a three-story mini-storage. · The site is zoned M-1-S (Light Industrial) and the General Plan designation is Industrial. · Staff finds the proposed installation not compatible as the site is highly visible from Winchester Boulevard, Sunnyoaks Avenue, Dell Avenue and San Tomas Expressway. · Staff finds that the applicant has made no attempt to obscure the antennas and no alternative sites have been proposed by the applicant. The proposed landscaping is not adequate to screen. · Staff recommends denial. If the Commission chooses to approve, staff has prepared proposed Conditions of Approval. Staff suggests that significant additional landscaping should be added with trees planted in groves in off-site locations. Commissioner Jones presented the Site and Architectural Review Committee report as follows: · SARC reviewed this application on January 15, and was not supportive of the proposal due to the number of antennas and the lack of adequate screening. · The site is highly visible as San Tomas Expressway is elevated. · SARC prefers more facade-mounted antennas. Chairman Lowe opened the Public Heating for Agenda Item No. 3. Mr. David Hardy, Applicant, 475 14th Street, #200, Oakland: · Advised that he represents Nextel Communications. · Said that this is their first application in Campbell and they have another application pending. · Stated that Nextel does not have good coverage in the South Bay and there is significant demand. · Said that Nextel service operates with a walkie-talkie system combined with pager devices. · The reasons for selecting this site include the need to keep antenna sites at the same height and distance from one another. · These proposed antennas will allow for better coverage in buildings. · A challenge in selecting sites in Campbell is that Campbell has been careful to keep buildings low. There are few tall buildings. · Advised that they are not adverse to facade-mounted installations. · The Storage USA building is three stories tall and close to many thoroughfares which makes it a good site for them. · The mansard roofs do not allow enough height to accommodate facade installation. · Stated that the aesthetics of this installation require a judgment call. While he is aware of the City's desire to screen antennas, this is an active area in which most people are driving by. With the mountains in the background, these antennas would not be the highest thing visible. · Advised that he had placed a mock up of the antennas on site and, if necessary, proposed postponing the vote to allow the Commissioners the opportunity to look at the mock ups. Planning Commission Minutes of January 27, 1998 Page 7 · Said that he wants to be treated fairly and urged approval. Commissioner Francois asked why height was needed. Mr. David Hardy answered that the height is needed to fit the network and to be most effective or "more bang for the buck." Commissioner Francois stated that he is concerned about the aesthetic impact. Commissioner Lindstrom asked ifNextel was supportive of the need to install redwood trees. Mr. David Hardy replied that they were. Commissioner Lindstrom also reminded the Commission that the approval is good for five years. Mr. David Hardy advised that to install on the facades, they would have to re-engineer the building to raise the mansard roof. Chairman Lowe stated that he was on SARC when this building was approved. It was purposely kept as low as possible. Commissioner Lindstrom asked about the other sites proposed in Campbell for Nextel installations and whether the applicant accepts the Conditions of Approval for this project. Mr. David Hardy replied that they support the Conditions. Commissioner Gibbons stated that both SARC and the applicant have made efforts to work this out. The applicant has made a good effort. However, she cannot support this application because of the height and visibility which defeats the previous approval of the site. Chairman Lowe asked about the differences in cost for installing a roof-mounted versus facade- mounted antennas. Mr. David Hardy said the difference is not significant. However, when they investigated the cost of lifting the parapet on this building it was determined to be better than $100,000. Chairman Lowe closed the Public Heating for Agenda Item No. 3. Commissioner Lindstrom: · Stated that he wished Commissioner Alne was here to provide his eloquence and expertise on this subject. · Advised that this is an area that he would like to see antennas installed. Planning Commission Minutes of January 27, 1998 Page 8 · Said that if the mock antennas are already there and he drives in that area often, the antennas must not stand out. · The applicant is trying to grow communications in the area. · Said that aesthetics is not the way to look at this. Commissioner Keams: · Stated that she concurred with Commissioner Lindstrom. · Said that good communications are important. Opined that antennas are better located in an industrial area as opposed to near residential areas. · Said that we must move into the 21st Century and not be left "in the dust." Commissioner Jones: · Stated that he is concerned about the aesthetics of placing 12 antennas if there are other options available such as the use of a monopole. · Agreed that antennas are coming and that a limit to five years for any approval is a good plan. · Said that he does not want to see another antenna farm like on Hamilton Avenue. · Said that he cannot support this application. Chairman Lowe: · Agreed with Commissioner Jones. · Said that this installation will add to visual clutter. · Said that this installation will defeat the efforts undertaken when the design of this building was approved. · Said that he would not support this request and that a side-mounted installation is less intrusive. Commissioner Gibbons stated that the applicant seems to have concems about the requirement for trees on CalTrans property. Chairman Lowe reopened Public Hearing No. 3. Commissioner Lindstrom again asked if the applicant agrees with the Conditions of Approval. Mr. David Hardy replied that he does agree, if feasible, to install the landscaping in the public right-of-way. Mr. Steve Piasecki advised that staff understands the concerns as to whether CalTrans would permit the planting of trees in its jurisdiction. Said that staff can work with the applicant to meet this condition for trees. Planning Commission Minutes of January 27, 1998 Page 9 Chairman Lowe asked if the trees would interfere with the antennas. Mr. David Hardy answered that the trees would not impact the effectiveness of these antennas. Chairman Lowe again closed Public Heating No. 3. Motion: Upon motion of Commissioner Lindstrom, seconded by Commissioner Meyer-Kennedy, the Planning Commission adopted Resolution No. 3142 granting approval of a Conditional Use Permit (UP 97-20) to allow the installation of 12-foot high, roof-mounted cellular antennas on the Storage USA mini-storage building located at 187 E. Sunnyoaks Avenue, by the following roll call vote: AYES: Francois, Kearns, Lindstrom, Meyer-Kennedy NOES: Gibbons, Jones, Lowe ABSENT: None ABSTAIN: None Mr. Steve Piasecki, Community Development Director, advised that this decision is final, unless appealed in writing to the City Clerk within 10 days. Chairman Lowe read Agenda Item No. 4 into the record. PM 97-06/ PD 97-01 Shakeri, O. Public Hearing to consider the application of Mr. Omid Shakeri for approval of a Parcel Map (PM 97-06) to create a rear flag lot and a Planned Development Permit (PD 97-01) to construct two detached townhomes on property located at 105 Sunnyside Avenue in a PD (Planned Development) Zoning District. This project is Categorically Exempt. Tentative City Council Meeting Date: February 17, 1998. Ms. Aki Irani, Planner I, presented the staff report as follows: · Advised that the applicant is seeking approval of a Parcel Map and Planned Development Permit to allow the construction of two detached townhomes. The property is currently developed with a single-family residence, carport and shed which will be demolished to build these new units. The project originally came before the Planning Commission in July 1997 and the Commission recommended denial due to deficiencies in parking and open space. · The applicant has revised his project to address these concerns. Open space was increased from 35 to 40 percent. The project has been better designed. · The proposal is consistent with the General Plan and Zoning for the site. Planning Commission Minutes of January 27, 1998 Page 10 · The project is compatible with the area which includes single-family dwellings, multi-family residential and a church. · Proposed materials include stucco, hip roofs, wood trim and porches. · The parking requirement is met with seven spaces provided. · The Parcel Map would create two lots. Lot 1 would include 5,100 square feet with an easement and Lot 2 would have 3,600 square feet. · Staff recommends approval of this project and it is tentative scheduled for Council at its meeting of February 17. Chairman Lowe asked for the differences between townhomes and single-family dwellings. Ms. Aki Irani answered that single-family lots require a minimum of 6,000 square feet. This project is in a Planned Development Zone which is a flexible zoning with no specific development standards although there is a maximum of 6-13 units per acre. Commissioner Jones presented the Site and Architectural Review Committee report as follows: · SARC reviewed this project on January 15th and is supportive. Chairman Lowe opened the Public Heating for Agenda Item No. 4. Mr. Omid Shakeri, Applicant, 2315 S. Bascom Avenue, Suite 200: · Advised that they have come back with revised plans which addresses all concerns held by the Planning Commission. · Asks that the Commission approved this revised plan. · Said that this is a good project that will enhance the street. · Sought clarification on two conditions which he believes are not required for his project: 1. Condition 10 which requires fire engine access on site. In speaking with Central Fire, it has been determined that this lot is too shallow to require this access. 2. Condition 17 which requires undergrounding of utilities. Upon review with Public Works staff, this is not required. Chairman Lowe asked staff to respond. Ms. Aki Irani: · Advised that the Fire Condition is a standard one but that County Fire has confirmed that this project will not require the turn-around or sprinklers. · According to Public Works, there will be a service drop from an adjacent property and undergrounding is not required in this instance. Chairman Lowe closed the Public Heating for Agenda Item No. 4. Planning Commission Minutes of January 27, 1998 Page 11 Motion: Upon motion of Commissioner Meyer-Kennedy, seconded by Commissioner Kearns, the Planning Commission adopted Resolution No. 3143 recommending approval of a Parcel Map (PM 97-06) to create a rear flag lot and Resolution No. 3144 recommending approval of a Planned Development Permit (PD 97-01) to construct two detached townhomes on property located at 105 Sunnyside Avenue, by the following roll call vote: AYES: Francois, Gibbons, Jones, Kearns, Lindstrom, Lowe, Meyer- Kennedy NOES: None ABSENT: None ABSTAIN: None Mr. Steve Piasecki, Community Development Director, advised that this decision is final, unless appealed in writing to the City Clerk within 10 days. REPORT OF THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR The written report of Mr. Steve Piasecki, Community Development Director, was accepted as presented with the following updates. · Advised that a memo has been received from the Police Chief announcing the discontinuation of the photo radar program due to the age of the equipment and the costs to upgrade versus the benefit. ADJOURNMENT The Planning Commission meeting adjourned at 8:40 p.m. to the Planning Commission meeting of February 10, 1998, in the Council Chambers, City Hall, 70 North First Street, Campbell, California. SUBMITTED BY: ('~~ C"~'orinne A Shinn, Recording Secretary APPROVED BY: ATTEST: Dennis L-- ' c~v~airma~ · Steve Piasecki, Secretary