PC Min 11/10/1998CITY OF CAMPBELL PLANNING COMMISSION
MINUTES
7:30 P.M. TUESDAY
NOVEMBER 10, 1998
CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
The Planning Commission meeting of November 10, 1998, was called to order at 7:30 p.m., in
the Council Chambers, 70 North First Street, Campbell, California by Acting Chair Jones, and
the following proceedings were had, to wit:
ROLL CALL
Commissioners Present:
Acting Chair:
Commissioner:
Commissioner:
Commissioner:
Commissioner:
Commissioner:
Brad Jones
Tom Francois
Elizabeth Gibbons
Susan A. Keams
Mel Lindstrom
Jane Meyer-Kennedy
Commissioners Absent:
Chair:
Dennis Lowe
Staff Present:
Community
Development Director:
Senior Planner:
Planner II:
Planner I:
City Attomey:
Reporting Secretary:
Steve Piasecki
Sharon Fierro
Gloria Sciara
Aki Irani
William Seligmann
Corinne A. Shinn
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Motion: On motion of Commissioner Lindstrom, seconded by Commissioner
Meyer-Kennedy, the Planning Commission minutes of October 27,
1998, were approved. (5-0-1-1; Chairman Lowe was absent and
Commissioner Kearns abstained.)
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COMMUNICATIONS.
There were no communication items.
AGENDA MODIFICATIONS OR POSTPONEMENTS
There were no agenda modifications or postponements.
ORAL REQUESTS
Mr. Roger Rezaenouri, 601 Almarida Avenue, Unit E-3, Campbell:
· Raised noise issues with the Elephant Bar, which is adjacent to his apartment complex.
· Advised that a meeting with City staff and Elephant Bar representatives took place at which
EBAR made promises to correct noise issues. However, nothing has changed despite a
written agreement that was reached at that meeting.
· Requested assistance in making EBAR comply.
Acting Chair Jones asked staff for inpute.
Mr. Steve Piasecki advised that Mr. Rezaenouri addressed Council at its last meeting and his
concerns were referred to staff.
Commissioner Lindstrom asked about enforcement ability.
Mr. Steve Piasecki said that staff is making the determination as to whether the concerns
expressed can be enforced by the City.
Commissioner Gibbons asked if copies of the agreement could be provided to the Commission.
Mr. Steve Piasecki suggested that staff present a report at the next meeting and include the
agreement in the staff report.
Acting Chair Jones asked if this matter would be agendized.
Mr. Steve Piasecki advised that it would in compliance with Brown Act requirements.
Acting Chair Jones took a moment to announce the pending vacancy on the Commission as a
result of Commissioner Meyer-Kennedy's recent election to Council. The Commission
congratulated Commissioner Meyer-Kennedy.
PUBLIC HEARING
Acting Chair Jones read Agenda Item No. 1 into the record.
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1. UP 98-08/S 98-21
Nextel
Public Heating to consider the application of Nextel
Communications for approval of a Conditional Use Permit (LIP
98-08) and a Site and Architectural Approval (S 98-21) to allow
the installation of a cellular antenna on an existing PG&E
transmission tower on property located at 701 E. Hamilton
Avenue in a PF (Public Facilities) Zoning District. This
project is Categorically Exempt. Planning Commission
decision final unless appealed in writing to the City Clerk
within 10 days.
Ms. Gloria Sciara, Planner II, presented the staff report as follows:
This application is for a Use Permit and Site and Architectural Approval to allow the
installation of six cellular antennas and a ground-level equipment enclosure at a PG&E
Substation.
· In 1997, the Commission approved a similar application for another provider.
· The antennas will be mounted flush to the tower legs and painted to match the tower.
· Staff finds the proposal compatible and recommends the planting of additional trees either on
or off-site to help minimize the visibility from Highway 17 and other roadways.
· The previous provider was also asked to plant additional trees and did so.
· Staff supports the proposal and recommends approval.
Commissioner Lindstrom asked if the requirement for additional trees is included in the
Conditions of Approval.
Ms. Gloria Sciara replied that the requirement for additional trees was included in the Conditions
of Approval.
Commissioner Gibbons presented the Site and Architectural Review Committee report as
follows:
· SARC reviewed this project on October 27, 1998, found it to be consistent with the new
Telecommunications Ordinance and was supportive.
Acting Chair Jones opened the Public Hearing for Agenda Item No. 1.
Mr. Heinz Lumpp, Applicant, 475 14~ Street, Oakland:
· Advised that it is their practice to place their antennas on existing PG&E towers. The towers
are 100 feet tall but they position their antennas at 60 feet.
· The intent is for coverage for Campbell and the freeway corridor.
· The enclosure is 200 square feet and is located next to existing office areas.
· The enclosure's architecture will match the other buildings on site.
· This is a good facility and meets General Plan and Zoning requirements.
· Asked for approval.
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Commissioner Lindstrom asked about the previous approvals which required review of available
technology after five years.
Mr. Steve Piasecki advised that the other antennas were more visible while this installation is
very obscured.
Ms. Gloria Sciara pointed out Condition F on page 3 and advised that the intent is there but is
now phrased differently as a result of the new Ordinance.
Acting Chair Jones closed the Public Heating for Agenda Item No. 1.
Motion:
Upon motion of Commissioner Meyer-Kennedy, seconded by Commissioner
Lindstrom, the Planning Commissioner adopted Resolution No. 3201
granting a Conditional Use Permit (UP 98-08) and Site and Architectural
Approval (S 98-21) to allow the installation of a cellular antenna on an
existing PG&E transmission tower on property located at 701 E. Hamilton
Avenue, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Francois, Gibbons, Jones, Keanrs, Lindstrom, Meyer-Kennedy
NOES: None
ABSENT: Lowe
ABSTAIN: None
Acting Chair Jones advised that this approval is final in 10 days unless appealed in writing to the
City Clerk.
Acting Chair Jones read Agenda Item No. 2 into the record.
2. UP 98-08/S 98-22
Nextel
Public Hearing to consider the application of Nextel
Communications for approval of a Conditional Use Permit (LIP
98-09) and a Site and Architectural Approval (S 98-22) to allow
the installation of a cellular antenna on an existing PG&E
transmission tower on property located at 1849 Pollard Road
in a PD (Planned Development) Zoning District. This project is
Categorically Exempt. Planning Commission decision final
unless appealed in writing to the City Clerk within 10 days.
Mr. Steve Piasecki advised that the applicant is seeking written permission from the property
owner and that staff is recommending that the Commission open the Public Hearing and
continue this item to the next meeting on November 24th.
Acting Chair Jones opened the Public Hearing for Agenda Item No. 2.
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Motion:
Upon motion of Commissioner Lindstrom, seconded by Commissioner
Meyer-Kennedy, the Planning Commissioner continued consideration of UP
98-09/S 98-22 - 1849 Pollard Road to the Planning Commission meeting of
November 24, 1998, to allow the applicant to obtain the written consent of the
property owner by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Francois, Gibbons, Jones, Keanrs, Lindstrom, Meyer-Kennedy
NOES: None
ABSENT: Lowe
ABSTAIN: None
Acting Chair Jones read Agenda Item No. 3 into the record.
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UP 98-10
Dunk, Jerry
Public Hearing to consider the application of Mr. Jerry Dunk
for approval of a Conditional Use Permit (UP 98-10) to allow
the conversion of a residential structure to a professional office
use on property located at 166 W. Campbell Avenue in a PO
(Professional Office) Zoning District. This project is
Categorically Exempt. Planning Commission decision final
unless appealed in writing to the City Clerk within 10 days.
Ms. Aki Irani, Planner I, presented the staff report as follows:
The applicant is seeking a Use Permit to allow the use of a residence for professional offices.
· The site is on the southeast comer of Jeffers and W. Campbell Avenue.
· The site is surrounded by apartments, offices and the Campbell Community Center.
· This application is the result of a Code Enforcement action in July which occurred when an
insurance company began operation on site.
· Staff informed the property owners that a Use Permit would be required to allow the office
use and the business vacated the site.
· The proposal is consistent with the General Plan and Zoning with the approval of a Use
Permit.
· The proposed use includes four insurance agents and two assistants. Hours of operation are
from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. The structure is 2,240 square feet. No architectural modifications are
proposed although the building will be slightly modified to meet ADA requirements.
· The old driveway off of Campbell will be removed and a new driveway from Jeffers
installed. A parking lot will be installed at the rear. A disabled ramp will be installed with
planting to screen the railing.
· Staff is supportive of the applicant's request to reduced required parking from 10 to 8 spaces.
Providing 10 would required the elimination of part of the structure. The insurance agents
generally serve their clients at their own homes and/or business locations.
· Staff is supportive of this proposal.
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Commissioner Gibbons presented the Site and Architectural Review Committee report as
follows:
· SARC met on October 27~ and had a range of comments including the location of the air
conditioning unit which has been moved; support for the reduction to eight parking spaces;
requirements for landscaping strips; concern about the chimney condition; grade differences
and ADA access.
Commissioner Lindstrom pointed out that the chimney repair is included within the Conditions
of Approval.
Acting Chair Jones opened the Public Heating for Agenda Item No. 4.
Acting Chair Jones closed the Public Hearing for Agenda Item No. 4.
Motion:
Upon motion of Commissioner Francois, seconded by Commissioner Kearns,
the Planning Commission adopted Resolution No. 3202 approving a
Conditional Use Permit (UP 98-10) to allow the conversion of a residential
structure to a professional office use on property located at 166 W. Campbell
Avenue, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Francois, Gibbons, Jones, Kearns, Lindstrom, Meyer-Kennedy
NOES: None
ABSENT: Lowe
ABSTAIN: None
Mr. Steve Piasecki advised that this approval is final in 10 days unless appealed in writing to the
City Clerk.
REPORT OF THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR
The written report of Mr. Steve Piasecki, Community Development Director, was accepted as
presented with the following addition:
· Advised that Pegasus' Creekside Project is on hold.
ADJOURNMENT
The Planning Commission meeting adjourned at 7:57 p.m. to the Planning Commission meeting
of November 24, 1998, in the Council Chambers, City Hall, 70 North First Street, Campbell,
California.
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SUBMITTED BY:
APPROVED BY:
ATTEST:
Corinne A. Shinn, Recording Secretary
Steve Piasecki, Secretary