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PC Min 06/14/1994CITY OF CAMPBELL PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES 7:30 P.M. TUESDAY JUNE 14, 1994 CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS The Planning Commission meeting of June 14, 1994, was called to order at 7:30 p.m., in the Council Chambers, 70 North First Street, Campbell, California by Chairperson Perrine, and the following proceedings were had, to wit: Commissioners Present: Chairperson: Vice Chair: Commissioner: Commissioner: Commissioner: Commissioner: Commissioner: Jay Perrine Jane Meyer-Kennedy I. Alne Alana S. Higgins Susan A. Kearns Mel Lindstrom Dennis Lowe Commissioners Absent: None Staff Present: Community Development Director: Steve Piasecki Senior Planner: Planner I: Planner I: City Attorney: Reporting Secretary: Darryl M. Jones Gloria Sciara Mark A. Rhoades William Seligmann Corinne A. Shinn APPROVAL OF MINUTES Motion: On motion of Commissioner Lindstrom, seconded by Commissioner Kearns, the Planning Commission minutes of May Z~/, 1994, were approved. (6-0-1; Commissioner Lowe abstained.) COMMUNICATIONS There were no communications. Planning Commission Minutes of June 14, 1994 Page 2 AGENDA MODIFICATIONS OR POSTPONEMENTS There were no agenda modifications or postponements. ORAL REOUESTS There were no oral requests. PUBLIC HEARINGS Chairperson Perrine read Item No. I into the record. 1. UP 94-04 Public Hearing to consider the application of Mr. Robert Vogt, on behalf of Expresso Express, for approval of a Conditional Use Permit to allow the establishment of a drive-thru expresso operation on property located at 780- 810 W. Hamilton Avenue in a PD (Planned Development) Zoning District. Mr. Mark A. Rhoades, Planner I, presented the staff report noting the following: · The site is located on Hamilton Avenue at Darryl, in the Save Mart Plaza. · There are no perceived traffic issues based upon review by the City's Traffic Engineer. · The Site and Architectural Review Committee reviewed and approved the site plan and elevations. · Staff has concern regarding the sign location (roof-mounted) and has developed an alternative. Commissioner Meyer-Kennedy expressed concern that the current sign would not be visible from Hamilton Avenue. Commissioner Lowe inquired whether the air conditioning unit would be completely obscured. Mr. Darryl M. Jones, Senior Planner, replied that in fact the screening of an air conditioning unit is a specific requirement for all developments. Commissioner Lowe asked whether there would be any street signs for this business. Mr. Darryl M. Jones responded that the application was for two wall-mounted signs. No street signs are proposed. Planning Commission Minutes of May 24, 1994 Page 3 Commissioner Meyer-Kennedy mentioned that the Site and Architectural Review Committee had added landscaping as a condition of this application. Mr. Mark A. Rhoades stated that the air-conditioning unit was considered by staff to be rather large and questioned whether a smaller one could be substituted. Commissioner Lowe inquired whether a traffic study had been conducted. Mr. Mark A. Rhoades replied that no traffic study had been done. However, the City's Traffic Engineer had reviewed the use. It is not anticipated that this business will draw new traffic to the area but rather would feed off existing traffic, with commuters on their way to work stopping off for coffee en route. Commissioner Lowe asked what the anticipated peak hours were for this proposed use. Mr. Mark A. Rhoades replied that the peak hours were anticipated to be from 7 a.m. to 9 a.m. He also stated that he anticipated that the applicant would be asking the Commission to approve expanded hours of operation from 6 a,m. to 5 a.m. Commissioner Kearns inquired how the air conditioning unit for Drinx (another similar business recently established in Campbell) compared to this proposal. Mr. Mark A. Rhoades replied that the air conditioning unit for Drinx was smaller than that proposed by the applicant. Chairman Perrine opened the Public Hearing on Item No. 1. Ms. Brenda Gillardi, 1358 Walden Road, Walnut Creek, Vice President of Expresso Express. · They are excited to be introducing their concept to the community. · Their unit was designed by a renowned architect in Napa and is designed to balance. Therefore, there is a reason behind each element. · The height of their sign is designed to screen the air conditioning unit. · The size of their air conditioning unit was specifically chosen for the proposed use and for this specific building design. It is not feasible to have another size of air conditioning unit to meet the particular needs of this facility. Planning Commission Minutes of May 24, 1994 Page 4 She introduced a new sketch offering a design alternative for the signage and screening of air conditioning unit. · Caffino (name by which this new business will be known) will offer a unique image and authentic Italian coffee. Their building will reflect the authentic Italian theme. · Applicant is intent in preserving the overall look -- their signature -- of their Campbell location but they are open to working with staff. Commissioner Alne inquired whether the staff generated alternatives supported their design goals. Ms. Brenda Gillardi replied that she felt the alternative made the unit look top heavy. Commissioner Alne asked for clarification that it was a given that this specific air conditioning unit was necessary. Ms. Brenda Gillardi replied that the air conditioning unit was efficient and cost effective to operate. Chairman Perrine clarified that no matter what design was ultimately approved, the air conditioning unit would be required to be completely screened. Commissioner Meyer-Kennedy asked whether the applicant could work with the staff's alternative signage design. Ms. Brenda Gillardi replied that it would require redesigning their building and therefore it would not match their corporate image. They prefer to keep the original design. Commissioner Lowe asked the applicant whether they had considered locating their business elsewhere on the parking lot. Ms. Brenda Gillardi replied that the location on the specific corner selected was the most desirable. The peak hours for Caffino will be from approximately 6:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. These hours are very different from the other uses on the site. Their service time is from 45 to 90 seconds. They will have two drive-thru service windows and anticipate no stacking of traffic. Commissioner Lindstrom expressed his concern regarding the parking deficiency already existing on this site. In addition to the eight spaces already Planning Commission Minutes of June 14, 1994 Page 5 deficit, an additional seven spaces will be lost to this new Caffino business. He questioned if this use was in the best interest of the site or if it would make the site more congested. Additionally, he expressed concern about lost landscaping on the site. Commissioner Meyer-Kennedy responded that, in fact, the landscaping would be increased. Mr. Mark A. Rhoades clarified that indeed the landscaping on site would be increased. In addition, he clarified that the use by Caffino was not anticipated to add to parking demand. Staff does not foresee any significant impact. Commissioner Alne stated that the design looks reasonable and sees no reason why this application cannot be approved. Commissioner Higgins mentioned that the need for extended hours should be added to the motion and resolution. Commissioner Kearns asked staff which proposed building design they supported. Mr. Mark A. Rhoades replied that staff supported minimum equipment on the roof and the sign on the parapet. Mr. Darryl M. Jones added that actually roof-mounted signs are prohibited unless allowed by the Planning Commission. Commissioner Lowe mentioned that the parking to the rear of the complex is not striped nor is it particularly well used. Commissioner Lindstrom clarified that the City was counting that parking space as part of the site's available parking. Mr. Mark A. Rhoades informed the Commission that they could require the property owner to stripe the rear parking area as a condition of this new use. In addition, the applicant is required to provide an enclosed trash facility. MOTION: On motion of Commissioner Lindstrom, seconded by Commissioner Meyer-Kennedy, the Planning Commission moved to close the Public Hearing. (7-0) Planning Commission Minutes of lune 14, 1994 Page 6 MOTION: On motion of Commissioner Meyer-Kennedy, seconded by Commissioner Higgins the Planning Commission adopted Resolution 2919, approving the applicant's building design with the addition of Condition #lb (stating that the roof line can be no higher than needed to screen the air conditioning unit); the striping of the rear parking area and with the approval of expanded hours of operation, by the following roll- call vote: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Alne, Higgins, Kearns, Lindstrom, Lowe, Meyer-Kennedy, Perrine None None This action is final in ten days, unless appealed. Chairperson Perrine read Item No. 2 into the record. 2. UP 94-06 Public Hearing to consider the application of Mr. Paul Infald, on behalf of The Right Stuff Health & Fitness, for approval of a Conditional Use Permit to allow the establishment of a health and fitness dub in a portion of a recently-approved commercial building on property located at 1740 W. Campbell Avenue in a C-1-S (Neighborhood Commercial) Zoning District. Ms. Gloria Sciara, Planner I, presented the staff report noting the following: · The applicant is seeking approval of a 17,000 square foot athletic facility located in the Kirkwood Plaza. The project is consistent with the City's General Plan and Zoning for the site. · Staff is supportive of the application. Commissioner Meyer-Kennedy inquired whether the entire building would be used by The Right Stuff with the exception of the Baskin Robbins. Commissioner Lowe asked where the entrance would be located. Planning Commission Minutes of June 14, 1994 Page 7 Ms. Gloria Sciara responded that the entrance would be located on the front elevation, facing Campbell Avenue. Chairman Perrine opened the Public Hearing on Item No. 2. Public Hearing re Item No. 2 Mr. Paul Infald, Owner of The Right Stuff. · Thanked the Commission for its consideration and made himself available for questions. · Stated that he would be closing his location on Prospect which has been there fore 10 years. MOTION: On motion of Commissioner Meyer-Kennedy, seconded by Commissioner Lindstrom, the Planning Commission moved to close the Public Hearing. (7-0) MOTION: On motion of Commissioner Higgins, seconded by Commissioner Kearns, the Planning Commission adopts Resolution No. 2920 approving a Conditional Use Permit to allow the establishment of The Right Stuff at 1740 W. Campbell Avenue, by the following roll-call vote: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Alne, Higgins, Kearns, Lindstrom, Lowe, Meyer-Kennedy, Perrine None None This action is final in ten days, unless appealed. Chairperson Perrine read Item No. 3 into the record. 3. M 94-05 Public Hearing to consider the application of Mr. Jack McGillis for approval of a minor modification to a side yard setback to allow the construction of a second story addition on property located at 1067 Almarida Drive in an R-l-6 (Single Family Residential) Zoning District. Chairman Perrine inquired if he had any conflict in this matter as he lives on Almarida. Planning Commission Minutes of June 14, 1994 Page 8 City Attorney William Seligmann outlined the conditions that would create a conflict which did not apply to Chairman Perrine. Therefore, he is eligible to participate in this application process. Ms. Gloria Sciara, Planner I, presented the staff report as follows: Applicant is seeking a side yard setback to allow the construction of a second story addition. · The setback deficit represents one foot (eight feet instead of the required nine). · The item was before SARC. SARC recommended that the applicant better articulate the front elevation and enhance the entryway. Chairman Perrine asked for clarification. If the setback was nine feet, this matter would not be before the Planning Commission? Ms. Gloria Sciara confirmed that he was correct. Chairman Perrine opened the Public Hearing on Item No. 3. There were no parties interested in addressing Item No. 3. MOTION: On motion of Commissioner Meyer-Kennedy, seconded by Commissioner Lowe, the Planning Commission moved to close the Public Hearing. (7-0) MOTION: On motion of Commissioner Alne, seconded by Commissioner Lindstrom, the Planning Commission adopts Resolution No. 2921, approving a minor modification to a side yard setback to allow the construction of a second story addition on property located at 1067 Almarida Drive, by the following roll-call vote: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Alne, Higgins, Kearns, Lindstrom, Lowe, Meyer-Kennedy, Perrine None None Planning Commission Minutes of June 14, 1994 Page 9 This action is final in ten days, unless appealed. REPORT OF THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR The written report of Mr. Steve Piasecki, Community Development Director, was accepted with the following highlights made by Mr. Darryl Jones, Senior Planner: · On Monday, June 20, the Redevelopment Agency will hold a meeting in the Council Chambers at 7:30 p.m. The Commissioners are invited to participate in this preliminary discussion regarding the use of the Winchester Drive-In site. · The Strategic Plan has been approved by the City Council. Staff is working to reiterate the mission statement and is defining goals. · Announced that the SARC meeting of June 16, will take place after all. · Director will be on vacation June 20 through July 25. ADJOURNMENT The Planning Commission meeting adjourned at 8:37 p.m., to the next Planning Commission meeting of June 28, 1994, at 7:30 p.m., in the Council Chambers, City Hall, 70 North~First Str~~~a.,~~~ SUBMITTED BY: "C~i{ne ~k. Shinn, _Reco-r~ing'Secret ry Jay Perrine ~hairperson Steve Pi~cki, SeCretary