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PC Min 12/08/1998CITY OF CAMPBELL PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES 7:30 P.M. TUESDAY December 8, 1998 CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS The Planning Commission meeting of December 8, 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: Vice Chair: Commissioner: Commissioner: Commissioner: Commissioner: Brad Jones Tom Francois Elizabeth Gibbons Susan A. Keams Mel Lindstrom Commissioners Absent: Chair: Dennis Lowe Staff Present: Community Development Director: Senior Planner: Planner I: City Attorney: Reporting Secretary: Steve Piasecki Sharon Fierro Barbara Schoetz Ryan William Seligmann Corinne A. Shinn APPROVAL OF MINUTES Motion: On motion of Commissioner Lindstrom, seconded by Commissioner Francois, the Planning Commission minutes of November 24, 1998, were approved. (5-0-1; Chairman Lowe was absent.) COMMUNICATIONS. 1. December 1998 Campbell Development Report. 2. Update memo re San Tomas Area Neighborhood Meeting on December 2, 1998. AGENDA MODIFICATIONS OR POSTPONEMENTS There were no agenda modifications or postponements. Planning Commission Minutes of December 8, 1998 Page 2 ORAL REQUESTS There were no oral requests. Commissioner Gibbons took this opportunity to compliment staff on the format for the San Tomas Area Neighborhood meetings and expressed concern about the unsigned communication that was distributed within the San Tomas Area which included erroneous information that upset local residents which was unfortunate. Said that she looked forward to the next STANP meeting. PUBLIC HEARING Acting Chair Jones read Agenda Item No. 1 into the record. PM 98-12/V 98-02/ S 98-19/S 98-20 Roberts, M. Public Hearing to consider the application of Mr. Mark Roberts, on behalf of R&Z Development, for approval of Tentative Parcel Map (PM 98-12) to create two single family lots; approval of a Variance (V 98-02) to allow 59-foot wide parcels instead of the required 70-foot width; and approval of Site and Architectural Applications (S 98-19/S 98-20) to allow two new single-family residences on property located at 1619 Walters Avenue in an R-l-9 (Single Family Residential) Zoning District. A Negative Declaration is proposed for this project. Planning Commission decision final unless appealed in writing to the City Clerk within 10 days. Ms. Barbara Schoetz Ryan, Planner I, presented the staff report as follows: · The applicant seeks to subdivide a 21,684 square foot lot into two 10,842 square foot lots and to construct two new single family residences on property located at 1619 Walters Avenue. · The required minimum lot width is 70 feet. The subject lot is 119 feet wide which is insufficient to meet minimum width requirements. While a flag lot would be possible, the applicant believes that having each house fronting onto Walters would make the homes more desirable. Therefore, a Variance would be required to allow two lots with a width of 59.31 feet. · Findings must be reached that to allow this Variance would not be a privilege nor a detriment to the neighborhood. · Upon review of the area, staff finds that there are few flag lots and many residences with frontages averaging 59 feet in width. · Staff finds that these facts support the issuance of a Variance. · Additional applications are for a Parcel Map to create two parcels and Site and Architectural Approvals to allow the construction of the two new single family residences. · A tree survey was conducted by a licensed arborist. Four mature trees will be removed including two walnut trees, an elderberry that is already half dead and a fan palm. The removed trees will be replaced. Additionally, a coast redwood with a 31-inch trunk diameter will be saved. Protection requirements are included in the Conditions of Approval. Planning Commission Minutes of December 8, 1998 Page 3 · The design of the homes is on the same scale as others on the street so it will appear as if no Variance has been granted. · The two driveways will be consolidated. Staff recommends the inclusion of a low picket fence as part of the landscape design. · The floor plans are the same but mirror image. The exteriors will be significantly different. One home will be stucco with a steeply pitched roof. The second will be a prairie-style Craftsman. The stonework on the lower portion of one chimney will be continued on the entire chimney as well as the other two chimneys on the home. · SARC reviewed this project and recommended approval. · An environmental assessment is required for Variance. An initial study was conducted and the conclusion is that there is no significant environmental effect. Therefore a Negative Declaration is recommended. Commissioner Lindstrom sought clarification that there are other lots with less than 70 feet width in the immediate area. Ms. Barbara Schoetz Ryan replied that that was correct. Commissioner Gibbons presented the Site and Architectural Review Committee report as follows: SARC reviewed this project and is supportive overall. · Stated that the applicants have been very cooperative. · SARC supports approval of a Variance over developing the property with a flag lot. Acting Chair Jones opened the Public Hearing for Agenda Item No. 1. Mr. Glen Cahoon, Project Designer: · Stated that Barbara Ryan has been wonderful to work with and stated that they have no issues with the proposed Conditions of Approval. · Said that they have no problem with the all stone chimneys. Acting Chair Jones closed the Public Hearing for Agenda Item No. 1. Motion: Upon motion of Commissioner Gibbons, seconded by Commissioner Lindstrom, the Planning Commissioner adopted Resolution No. 3209 approving a Variance (V 98-02) to allow 59-foot wide parcels instead of the required 70-foot width; Resolution No. 3210 approving a Tentative Parcel Map (PM 98-12) to create two single family lots and adopted Resolution No. 3211 granting Site and Architectural Approvals (S 98-19/S 98-20) to allow two new single-family residences on property located at 1619 Walters Avenue, by the following roll call vote: AYES: Francois, Gibbons, Jones, Kearns, Lindstrom, NOES: None ABSENT: Lowe Planning Commission Minutes of December 8, 1998 Page 4 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. UP 98-12 Hardtke World of Baseball Public Hearing to consider the application of Hardtke World of Baseball, LLC, for approval of a Conditional Use Permit (UP 98-12) to allow the establishment of an indoor recreational facility (indoor baseball and softball instruction, batting cages and bull pen) to be located in a 14,000 square foot tenant space at the San Tomas Plaza Shopping Center on property located at 150 N. San Tomas Aquino Road in a C-2-S (General Commercial) Zoning District. This project is Categorically Exempt. Planning Commission decision final unless appealed in writing to the City Clerk within 10 days. Ms. Sharon Fierro, Senior Planner, presented the staff report as follows: · The applicant is seeking approval of a Conditional Use Permit to allow the establishment of an indoor recreational facility which includes baseball and softball instruction, batting cages and bull pens within a building. Additionally, approximately 3,000 square feet will be used for retail sales at the front of the building. The rear of the site will house offices which will help buffer against noise for the multi-family units adjacent. · The project site is 150 N. San Tomas Aquino Road. · Advised that there are two Code Enforcement issues for this shopping center that staff are pursuing. One is the improper bus storage being done by the Harker School. They have installed a cyclone fence area. This will be removed by January 22, 1999, as will the buses. The second Code Enforcement issue is the establishment of the Community Computer School without benefit of the necessary Conditional Use Permit. This matter will come before the Planning Commission for approval of a Use Permit. · This proposed project is consistent with the General Plan and Zoning designations with the issuance of a Use Permit. · A noise analysis has been prepared and construction mitigation measures mapped out. · The applicant will be required to replace several existing small trees with canopy trees. · Staff recommends approval of this project. Commissioner Lindstrom inquired if there was any connection between this applicant and the Code Enforcement actions underway. Ms. Sharon Fierro replied that the applicant is not responsible for any Code Enforcement infractions but the property owner is required to ensure that compliance is obtained. Planning Commission Minutes of December 8, 1998 Page 5 Commissioner Francois asked whether the applicant was agreeable with the noise mitigation measures. Ms. Sharon Fierro replied that the applicant was in support of the noise mitigation measures. Commissioner Gibbons presented the Site and Architectural Review Committee report as follows: · SARC was supportive of this project and found the applicant to be very cooperative. This business will be a positive addition to the complex. Acting Chair Jones opened the Public Hearing for Agenda Item No. 2. Mr. Ken Rodriguez, Project Architect: · Stated that they are in agreement with the Conditions and asked for approval of this project. Acting Chair Jones closed the Public Hearing for Agenda Item No. 2. Motion: Upon motion of Commissioner Lindstrom, seconded by Commissioner Francois, the Planning Commissioner adopted Resolution No. 3212 granting a Conditional Use Permit (UP 98-12) to allow the establishment of an indoor recreational facility (indoor baseball and softball instruction, batting cages and bull pen) to be located in a 14,000 square foot tenant space at the San Tomas Plaza Shopping Center on property located at 150 N. San Tomas Aquino Road, by the following roll call vote: AYES: Francois, Gibbons, Jones, Kearns, Lindstrom 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. 3 into the record. Planning Commission Minutes of December 8, 1998 Page 6 3. M 98-15 (PD 94-02) Savage, K. Public Hearing to consider the application of Dr. Kenneth Savage for approval of a Modification (M 98-15) to a previously-approved Planned Development Permit (PD 94-02) to allow a professional office/medical office use in addition to a retail use for the front portion of the building on property located at 535 W. Hamilton Avenue in a PD (Planned Development) Zoning District. A Negative Declaration was previously approved for this project. Tentative City Council meeting date: January 5, 1999. Ms. Sharon Fierro, Senior Planner, presented the staff report as follows: · The applicant is seeking approval of a Modification to a Planned Development Permit to add office uses as approved uses for the retail space located at the Hamilton Avenue frontage of this site. · The retail space has been vacant since the Q-Lube building was constructed. · The parking provided exceeds that required. SARC did not review this application as there were no exterior modifications proposed. · Staff recommends approval. Commissioner Francois asked if there were other medical uses on Hamilton. Ms. Sharon Fierro replied that there were other medical uses on Hamilton. Acting Chair Jones opened the Public Hearing for Agenda Item No. 3. Acting Chair Jones closed the Public Hearing for Agenda Item No. 3. Motion: Upon motion of Commissioner Kearns, seconded by Commissioner Lindstrom, the Planning Commission adopted Resolution No. 3213 recommending approval of a Modification (M 98-15) to a previously- approved Planned Development Permit (PD 94-02) to allow a professional office/medical office use in addition to a retail use for the front portion of the building on property located at 535 W. Hamilton Avenue, by the following roll call vote: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: ABSTAIN: Francois, Gibbons, Jones, Kearns, Lindstrom None Lowe None Acting Chair Jones advised that this matter will be consider by the City Council at its meeting of January 5, 1999. Planning Commission Minutes of December 8, 1998 Page 7 Commissioner Kearns advised that she would abstain from Agenda Item No. 4 as her home is located within 300 feet of the project site. Acting Chair Jones read Agenda Item No. 4 into the record. 4. UP 98-13 Crumpler, L. Public Hearing to consider the application of Mr. Louie Crumpler for approval of a Conditional Use Permit (UP 98-13) to allow a secondary living unit with attached one-car garage on property located at 1409 Juanita Way in an R-l-10 (Single Family Residential) Zoning District. This Project is Categorically Exempt. Planning Commission decision final unless appealed in writing to the City Clerk within 10 days. Ms. Barbara Schoetz Ryan, Planner I, presented the staff report as follows: · The applicant is seeking a Use Permit to allow the construction of a 640 square foot secondary living unit on property located at 1409 Juanita Way, within the San Tomas Area. · The Zoning is R-l-10 and secondary living units are permitted with the issuance of a Use Permit if the lot is a minimum of 12,000 square feet. · The subject property is 17,243 square feet. · The proposed project meets all requirements. · The secondary living unit will not be visible from the public right-of-way and the single- family character of the property will be maintained. · SARC reviewed this project on November 24 and was supportive. · This project is exempt from CEQA. Commissioner Gibbons presented the Site and Architectural Review Committee report as follows: · SARC is supportive and compliments the owners on the quality of their landscaping. Acting Chair Jones opened the Public Hearing for Agenda Item No. 4. Mr. Louie Crumpler, Property Owner, 1409 Juanita Way: · Thanked Barbara Ryan for her assistance in preparing this project. Acting Chair Jones closed the Public Hearing for Agenda Item No. 4. Motion: Upon motion of Commissioner Francois, seconded by Commissioner Lindstrom, the Planning Commission adopted Resolution No. 3214 granting a Conditional Use Permit (UP 98-13) to allow a 640 square foot secondary living unit with attached one-car garage on property located at 1409 Juanita Way, by the following roll call vote: AYES: Francois, Gibbons, Jones, Lindstrom NOES: None ABSENT: Lowe Planning Commission Minutes of December 8, 1998 Page 8 ABSTAIN: Kearns 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. 5 into the record. 5. Election of 1999 Chair and Vice Chair. Motion: Upon motion of Commissioner Kearns, seconded by Commissioner Francois, the Planning Commission unanimously elected Commissioner Jones to serve as Planning Commission Chair in 1999. (5-0-1; Chairman Lowe was absent.) Motion: Upon motion of Commissioner Kearns, seconded by Commissioner Francois, the Planning Commission unanimously elected Commissioner Gibbons to serve as Planning Commission Vice Chair in 1999. (5-0-1; Chairman Lowe was absent.) Acting Chair Jones read Agenda Item No. 6 into the record. Commission Appointment of a Representative to the General Plan Update Task Force. Motion: Upon motion of Commissioner Jones, seconded by Commissioner Lindstrom, the Planning Commission unanimously elected Commissioner Gibbons to serve as the Planning Representative on the General Plan Task Force. (5-0- 1; Chairman Lowe was absent.) Acting Chair Jones read Agenda Item No. 7 into the record. 7 Cancellation of Planning Commission Meeting of December 22, 1998. Motion: Upon motion of Commissioner Kearns, seconded by Commissioner Francois, the Planning Commission unanimously voted to cancel the December 22, 1998, Planning Commission meeting. (5-0-1; Chairman Lowe was absent.) REPORT OF THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR The written report of Mr. Steve Piasecki, Community Development Director, was accepted as presented with the following additions: Planning Commission Minutes of December 8, 1998 Page 9 · Advised that at the December 8th Council meeting Daniel Furtado was elected Mayor and Jane Meyer-Kennedy was elected Vice Mayor. · Council also took second reading for the Pulte/Larkspur project. · Two new restaurants are coming to the Pruneyard. The Salsa Mexican Grill will occupy the former WrapWorks space and Hobees Restaurant will occupy the former Guido's space. ADJOURNMENT The Planning Commission meeting adjourned at 8:10 p.m. to the Planning Commission meeting 1999, in the Council Chambers, City Hall, 70 North First Street, Campbell, of January 12, California. SUBMITTED BY: APPROVED BY: ATTEST: Actifig Chqtir Steve Piasecki, Secretary