PC Min 03/27/1990PLANNING COMMISSION
C-rTE OF CANPBI~I'.I.~ CALIFORNIA
7:30 P.M.
CITY HALL, COUNCIL CHAMBERS
TUESDAY
MARCH 27, 1990
MINUTES
The Planning Commission of the city of Campbell convened this day in
regular session in the City Hall Council Chambers, 70 North First
Street, Campbell, California, and the following proceedings were had
to wit:
ROLL C,~T,T.
Commissioners Present:
Chairperson Jay Perrine
Commissioner Ronald Christ
Commissioner David Fox
Commissioner Jane Meyer
Commissioner Mark Wilkinson
Commissioner I. (Bud) Alne
Commissioner Bruce Olszewski
Commissioners Absent:
None
Staff Present:
Director of Planning, Steve Piasecki
City Engineer, Bill Helms
Planner II, Tim J. Haley
City Attorney, William Seligmann
Karon Shaban, Recording Secretary
APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES:
The following changes and/or additions were made to the minutes of the
meeting of March 13,-1990:
- page 5, line 1, change "1125 to 125."
- page 6, 4th line from the bottom, change "Policy Department
to Police Department."
- page 7, discussion before motion to include a request from
the Planning Commission, that the Planning Staff, the Chief
of Police and the Applicant meet and discuss revised
conditions to mitigate Commissioners concerns.
M/S: Meyer, Fox
Motion to 'approve the Planning Commission
· L~nutes of the meeting of March 13, 1990,
was unanimously approved, as amended,
(6-0-1-0) Commissioner Christ abstaining
due to his absence at the March 13, 1990,
Planning Commission meeting.
Planning Commission Minutes -2- March 27, 1990
AGENDA MODIFICATIONS OR POSTPONEMENTS
There being no objection, Chairperson Perrine requested that Item
No. 2, V 90-04, of the Public Hearings be heard before Item No. 1,
UP 90-02.
COMMUNICATIONS:
Planning Director Piasecki informed the Commission that communications
were included in the Commission packets and pertain to items listed on
the agenda; and, in addition, he noted:
- Revised floor and seating plan for UP 90-02.
- Confidential memo from the city Attorney
- Referral from the City Council regarding Winchester Drive-In
site.
- Circulated at the meeting, this date, was a letter from Sandra
J. Loethen and Peter Todaro, neighboring residents of 90 East
Latimer, noting opposition of the proposed UP 90-04
ORAL REOUESTS
PUBLIC HEARINGS:
2. V 90-04
Smith, T.
Public Hearing to consider the application of Mr.
Thomas Smith, for approval of a variance from 5 feet
to 3 feet for a sideyard setback to allow the
construction of an attached garage to an existing
structure, on property known as 175 North Milton
Avenue, in a R-l-6 (Single-Family Residential) Zoning
District.
Chairperson Perrine read the Application into the record.
Mr. Tim J. Haley, Planner II, reviewed the Application and discussed the
Staff Report noting that Staff is recommending denial based upon the
following concerns that:
- the variance requirements would be difficult to prove since the
need for the variance was self-imposed
- that alternative design solutions for this property could be
reviewed wherein the applicant could meet the minimum setback
requirements
- literal interpretation for enforcement of a 5 foot sideyard
setback does not deprive the applicant of privileges enjoyed by
others of the same zoning district
- there are no exceptional or extraordinary circumstances
applicable to the property
Discussion ensued relative to sideyard setbacks and variance
requirements for a detached garage.
Planning Commission Minutes -3- March 27, 1990
Mr. Thomas Smith, the applicant, addressed the findings for denial by
stating the following:
- safety: Limiting the entrance to the garage to ten feet would
not provide adequate room for his wife to park in the garage
and walk around to the passenger's side to remove their infant
child; that recently an adjoining neighbor was assaulted
outside their garage and knocked unconscious.
- Uniqueness of the existing residence: The house is unique
since it is the only non-tract residence in the
neighborhood; that the others have attached garages; and, a
detached garage would keep his house unique.
- Special Circumstance: The neighboring structure is 26 feet
away from the proposed garage and it would not infringe upon
the neighbors in any way.
In response to Commissioner Alne's question regarding why the applicant
had not considered setting the garage back further on the lot, Mr. Smith
stated that he does not want to loose garden space; not only would the
garage block part of the rear yard, but the driveway itself would take
up valuable garden space as well.
Commissioner Meyer reported on the Site and Architectural Review
Committee's discussion of March 20, 1990, noting that the Committee is
supportive based upon the recommendation from the Architectural Advisor
that the garage be setback 12 feet.
Commission Discussion:
Commissioner Fox elaborated on the neighboring home, which is
approximately 26 feet from the proposed garage.
Commissioner Christ reminded the Commission of the importance to address
the findings which would have to support the variance; and, that the
property would independently have to prove uniqueness of itself.
Discussion ensued relating to findings to support the variance and a
continuance was suggested for the purpose of investigating alternatives
to the variance request, since, as Commissioner Christ pointed out, it
would not be wise to mislead the applicant by suggesting that there
would be reason in the future to find this particular lot unique in size
or shape; that if the Site and Architectural Review Committee helped him
to redesign the garage with a 5 foot setback, there would be no need for
this application to return to the Commission.
The Public Hearing on V 90-04 was opened.
Public Comments:
There were no comments from the public.
Planning Commission Minutes -4- March 27, 1990
M/S:Olszewski, Wilkinson
Motion to continue V 90-04 to the Site and
Architectural Review Committee, meeting of
April 3, 1990, to look into design
alternatives; an(l, subsequently continued
to the Planning Commission meeting of
April 10, 1990, unanimously carried,
7-0-0.
1. ~P 90-02
Zabaldo, P.
Continued Public Hearing to consider the application
of Mr. Pat Zabaldo for approval of a Use Permit to
operate a 5400 sq. ft. (283 seats) live-
entertainment night club located at 1875 South
Bascom Avenue, in the Pruneyard Shopping Center, in
a C-2-S (General Commercial) Zoning District.
Chairperson Perrine read the Application into the record.
Mr. Steve Piasecki, Planning Director, reviewed the Application and
discussed the Staff Report. Maps and architectural renderings were
presented and he noted the following:
- Staff met with applicant and reviewed Conditions of Approval
- modifications to Condition Nos. 12, 13, 14, 15 and 16 and the
addition of Condition No. 21, review of the Use Permit in 12
months.
- City Attorney's revisions to Staff's proposed Conditions Nos.
14, 19 and 20; including findings to support these conditions;
and suggested modification to Staff's Condition No. 20.
- initiation of various programs to mitigate police service
calls
- recommending denial
Commissioner Christ informed the Commission and the public that,
although, he was not present for the discussion of this item at the
March 13, 1990, Planning Commission meeting, he has kept abreast of the
issues surrounding it and has reviewed all documentation available.
Commissioner Olszewski stated that he was overwhelmed with the numerous
modifications to the conditions and specified the 12 month review, and
asked why the review was necessary since the proposal was for a
Conditional Use Permit.
Mr. Piasecki responding to concerns relating to Condition No. 12,
stated that the intention was for a follow up onnew programs being
initiated.
Commissioner Olszewski discussed the following:
- whether there was evidence to substantiate requiring the
provision of food services
- setting a precedent for other similar proposals
- fairness of the imposed conditions upon the applicant
Planning Commission Minutes -5- March 27, 1990
Mr. Fred Sahadi addressed the Commission, and expressed the following:
- agreements reached between himself and the Chief of Police
appear altered
- Condition 20 was to be detailed by the Applicant and Staff
- addition of Condition 21 was a surprise
- first time conditions added that were not part of the meeting
between the Chief of Police, Staff and the applicant
- burden regarding Condition No. 9, the 12 month review
- requested Condition No. 10, occupancy of 230 be changed back
to 280
- requested deletion of Condition 16, accessory food service
provision
- requested elimination of Condition No. 17 since it is a
"reflection" of No. 9
- consideration of sales tax revenue received by the City for
establishment of this type
- requested that Condition No. 20 be eliminated
Commissioner Fox asked if the Commission had authority to review an
application if the review process was not specified in the Conditions
of Approval. In response, Mr. Piasecki noted the City had the
authority to review use permits regardless of the Conditions of
Approval, if the establishment was deemed a public nuisance. Mr.
Piasecki also noted that relative to Condition No. 17, staff's
intention was to place on notice future operators.
Commissioner Christ asked if the "live-entertainment" was specified.
The City Attorney cautioned that although "live-entertainment" could be
specified, it would be difficult to specify types of music, etc.
Mr. Piasecki drew the Commission's attention to Condition No. 13 of the
Conditions of Approval, relating to the operational format.
Chairperson Perrine opened the Public Hearing on UP 90-02.
wished to address the Commission at this time.
No one
Mr. Fred Sahadi addressed the operational format:
- included as part of his lease agreement and not necessary in
the Conditions of Approval
- the City has the right to approve the lease
- suggested that the City Attorney draft a lease that would
ensure the correct operational format
Commissioner Olszewski expressed the following concerns and the
Planning Director replied:
- regarding Condition No. 9, the 12 month review - does not
specify party preparing the report - Director's Reply: Staff
would prepare and Applicant could submit a statement
- regarding Condition No. 10, occupancy - was not supportive of
limiting occupancy to 230, asked how the figure was determined
- Director's Reply: discussion at the meeting between the
Chief of Police, Planning Staff and the Applicant, who
expressed agreement to the limitation
Planning commission Minutes -6- March 27, 1990
- regarding Condition No. 16, accessory food service - expressed
disagreement (citing Pedro's), asked where condition
developed- Director's Reply: Chief of Police claimed
establishments that provide food service are less likely to
request police services. Commissioner's Comment: noted lack
of evidence to support Chief of Police's claim
- regarding Condition No. 17, Use Permit Review - questioned
definition of the term "mini-disorderly;" asked about deleting
the language "assault, narcotics violations, driving under the
influence of alcoholic beverages or other drugs, etc.;" since
the State Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control is
responsible - Director's Reply: definition "mini-disorderly"
initiated from the State and the language "assault, narcotics
violations, driving under the influence of alcoholic beverages
or other drugs, etc.," is a clarification of "mini-disorderly;"
and that the term would provide notice to subsequent
operators. Commissioner's Comment: regarding the second
paragraph of Condition No. 17, hours of operation, and the
accessory food services - opposed to limitations on hours of
operation and provision of accessory food services
- regarding Condition No. 20, Police Service Fees - concerned
that requesting such a fee could encourage the management of
the proposed establishment NOT to call the police even though
there is a need;
Commissioner Fox questioned the appropriateness of comparing police
service calls generated by a book store with those generated by a
nightclub and suggested a comparison between similar uses.
Mr. Piasecki stated that the intention of Condition No. 20 is that
substantial activity in one area could limit police services to the rest
of the community; that the applicant should be required to pay for
extraordinary police services rendered.
Commissioner Fox reaffirmed his position that a fee be based upon
establishments of similar nature would be more appropriate.
Commissioner Alne asked if all future applicants would have the same fee
imposed upon them. In response, City Attorney Seligmann stated that it
would be appropriate if the proposed use were based upon the same
findings of fact.
Mr. Peter James, 705 West Valley resident, addressed the Commission
stating that he had been unable to avoid being involved in bar related
incidents at the Pruneyard and had not received appropriate police
support from the management or private security; that the Campbell
Police Department was too overworked to provide proper follow-up to the
incidents; and, that he concurred with Commissioner Olszewski's concern
that the proposed "police fee" could encourage the management not to
call the police if there is a need.
Planning Commission Minutes -7- March 27, 1990
Commissioner Christ noted that Condition Nos. 17 and 20 would be
supportive of the Applicant and the City, if the fee could be reviewed
and raised or lowered depending upon impacts to the Police
Department. Further, Commissioner Christ offered support for the
proposal if the words "raised or lowered" were to be added to
Condition No. 20, and, that the Use Permit be reviewed on an annual
basis to determine the appropriate fee.
Commissioner Olszewski stated that he would prefer that an in-depth
study be required by the Police Department to develop methocology of
the proper fee and that determination of a fee should not be a
function of the Planning Commission. He indicated that it would be
difficult to prove where problems originated after or during the
proposed hours of operation near the establishment.
Mr. Piasecki stated that police reports are very specific in
ascertaining where a person came from.
Commissioner Alne reviewed Condition No. 17, stating that it is
redundant since the Police can revoke the Use Permit if a nuisance
occurs. He made the following comments in opposition to the proposal:
- establishment should be responsible for extraordinary police
activity since it would impact the rest of the community
- no response could be obtained from the operator regarding the
past performance relative to the number of policing
activities mitigated by management
- proposed operator is the same that currently operates
Boswells, previously censured due to numerous problems
- management of Bosewells indicated that they were buffers and
offered no examples of situations resolved by the private
security
Commissioner Fox would support Condition No. 20 if it were based upon
performance bond from information provided in the annual review.
Commission Christ noted his support if the following were addressed:
- deletion of Condition No. 9
- revise Condition No. 10 to occupancy level of 280
- delete Condition No. 16 and all findings relating to it,
since there is no evidence of support
- delete Condition No. 17
- modify Condition No. 20 to adjust the fees after an annual
review, since there is no experience for setting a fee base
Further, Commissioner Christ noted his reluctance to support the
proposal but felt implementation of requested programs and the added
conditions would provide a test for the City as well as the
applicant. He stressed the following:
- applicant can hire a consultant if he is in disagreement with
the fee base
Planning Commission Minutes -8- March 27, 1990
would not like to see fee based upon other nightclubs, since
problems exist with other nightclubs
suggested using a similar fee for all use permits
Commissioner Olszewski raised the question of why there was a Negative
Declaration prepared if the impacts were great enough to require a
police service fee, and that City Council should decide the fee amount
and make it a City-wide program.
Mr. Sahadi addressed the Commission noting that a fee of $8500 was
discussed at the joint meeting between Staff, Chief of Police and the
Applicant, and requested that Condition No. 20 is arbitrary as it
stands. He requested that a reasonable fee standard of $5000 be set and
asked if a fee would be placed on all applications of this kind in
Campbell.
M/S: Meyer, Alne
Motion to Close the Public Hearing
unanimously carrie4, 7-0-0.
Commissioner Wilkinson asked about the method of establishing the fee
base.
Mr. Piasecki explained that the method used was based upon presumed drop
in visits expected by the Chief of Police.
Commissioner Meyer stated concern about the impacts this establishment
would have on the rest of the community and noted her desire for an
annual review.
Commissioner Olszewski initiates discussion for a proposed motion , as
follows:
Approve the application, incorporating the Condition of
Approval and Revised findings submitte~ by the City Attorney
OhM arch 25, 1990, modifying the following: Condition No. 7
- extend hours of operation to 2:00 a.m.; Condition No. 10 -
revised to indicate an occupancy level of 280; delete
Condition 16 regarding accessory food services and Findings
Nos. 5, 9 relating to accessory food service; revise Finding
No. 7 to reflect the revision of Condition No. 7; and, delete
Condition No. 20.
Discussion on Motion
Commissioner Christ stated that he would not support the motion if
Condition No. 20 were deleted but agreed to second the motion if
reworded to require an annual review which would provide a recorded
experience relative to a base fee for police service so that the cost
could be adjusted up or down according to the experience.
Commissioner Wilkinson stated that he could support the motion if the
fees are not comparable to a bookstore or a library. Commissioner Fox
concurred.
Planning Commission Minutes -9- March 27, 1990
Commissioner christ disagreed since any use beyond that of a bookstore or
library would be an imposition to the rest of the community.
Discussion ensued relative to revising Condition No. 20 and the Planning
Director suggested the following wording:
"Recognizing the potential extraordinary police service costs
associated with nightclubs the applicant shall sign an agreement to
pay an annual police service fee.
The amount of the fee shall be based upon extraordinary costs to
serve the subject nightclub/live-entertainment establishment with
exceeds the cost to serve general commercial uses of a similar size
in a similar location. The police service fee shall be determined by
the City Staff. If the applicant believes the fee is excessive he
has the option of paying for an independent consultant to be retained
by the City to assess the extraordinary level of police services
necessary to serve the nightclub use. The consultant report shall
identify an appropriate police service fee necessary to offset the
identified extraordinary costs. The amount of the fee shall be
determined and paid prior to commencement of operation and annually
thereafter.
The fee may be changed on an annual basis by the City Council if the
police costs per hour are determined to have risen or the operational
costs are demonstrated to be less, based upon police call performance
for the proceeding year. The final agreement and formula shall be
approved by the Planning Commission prior to commencement of
operation. The applicant shall also be responsible for any costs
beyond those identified in the report if documented to occur during
any calendar year."
Commissioners concurred with the suggested wording and further discussed
the motion.
Commissioner Christ summarized the Commissioner's feelings when he stated
that support for this motion, although risky, would provide a good
opportunity to examine placement of restrictions on establishments of
this nature; that operations of this type should understand their impact
upon police services in the community; that operators should be required
to be responsible for their activities; that this is a creative solution
to previous problems experienced; and, noted that this action will be a
pivot to the future.
AMENDED MOTION:
N/S: Olszewski, Christ
Notion to adopt Resolution No. 2665,
approving the application, incorporating the
Conditions of Approval and Revised Findings
submitted by the City Attorney on Narch 25,
Planning Commission Minutes -10- Narch 27, 1990
of 1990, iodifying the following: Condition No. 7 - extend hours of
operation to 2:00 a.m., revising Finding No. 7 to reflect the revision;
Condition No. 10 -- revised to indicate an occupancy level of 280;
delete Condition 16 regarding accessory food services and Findings Nos.
5, 9 relating to accessory food service; and, revising Condition No. 20
as per wording provided by the Planning Director, carried on the
following roll call vote:
Roll Call Vote on Notion:
AYES: Co~missioners: Christ, Fox, Wilkinson, Olszewski, Perrine
NOES: Commissioners: Alne, Neyer
ABSENT: Commissioners: None.
The Planning Commission recessed at 10:30 p.m., and reconvened at 10:45
p.m., with all Commissioners present.
3. S 90-03
Abdollahi, M.
Public Hearing to consider the application of Mr.
Michael Abdollahi, on behalf of Mayland Builders, for
approval of a Site and Architectural application to
allow the construction of four single-family
residences on properties known as 1420 & 1422 Harriet
Avenue, in an R-l-9 (Single-Family Residential/
Low-Density Residential) Zoning District.
Chairperson Perrine read the Application into the record.
Mr. Tim J. Haley, Planner II, reviewed the Application and discussed the
Staff Report. The Staff recommended approval of the application.
Commissioner Meyer reported on the Site and Architectural Review
Committee's discussions noting that the recommendation was for approval
of the application, as redlined to add landscaping.
The Public Hearing on S 90-03 was opened.
Commission at this time.
No one wished to address the
Commission Discussion:
Discussion ensued between Commissioners Olszewski, Fox and Staff
relating to:
- architectural compatibility of the design
- height of the buildings
- square footage of the buildings
- surrounding structures built approximately 40 years ago
N/S: Meyer, Christ
Notion to Close the Public Hearing
unanimously carried, 7-0-0.
M/S: Meyer, Fox
Motion to adopt Resolution No. 2666, incorporating
the attached findings, subject to the Conditions of
Approval, approving the proposal, as redlined.
Planning Commission Minutes -11- March 27, 1990
Discussion on Motion:
Commissioner Olszewski expressed concern relating the compatibility of
surrounding older structures noting that this application could raise
the prices of homes in the area making the market more difficult to
enter.
S 90-03 carried with the followinq Roll Call Vote:
AYES: Commissioners:
Perrine
NOES: Commissioners:
ABS~: Commissioners:
C~rist, Fox, Alne, Heyer, Wi/kinson, Olszewski,
None
None
4. UP 90-04
Hess, R.
Public Hearing to consider the application
of Mr. Raymond Hess, for approval of a Use
Permit to allow a non-profit vocational
training school, located on property known
as 90 East Latimer Avenue, in a PF (Public
Facilities) Zoning District.
Chairperson Perrine read the Application into the record.
Mr. Steve Piasecki, Planning Director, reviewed the Application and
discussed the Staff Report, noting:
- Staff is recommending approval
- proposal is consistent with the General Plan
- Zoning is complementary to other developments in the
neighborhood
- landscaping will be upgraded and will improve the appearance
- hours of operation can be addressed at the Site and
Architectural Review Committee meeting
- lighting details for the back parking area to be discussed at
the Site and Architectural Review Committee meeting
- there will be no more than thirty students at any one time
- there will be no installation of materials on the site
A map and architectural renderings were on display.
Commission Discussion:
Discussion ensued relating to the landscaping and hours of operation.
Mr. Raymond Hess addressed the Commission noting that installation on
the site is necessary for training purposes. Mr. Piasecki stated that
if that is the case, trash enclosures must be addressed.
Mr. Hess indicated that:
- a 4'X 8' mock up, 2"X 6" wall with a small entry
used for the installation practice
would be
Planning Commission Minutes -12- March 27, 1990
- he intends to provide extra trash pick up as often as
necessary
- there would never be any danger of fire and that the grounds
would be kept neat at all times
Commissioner Christ suggested that this application to return to the
'Site and Architectural Review Committee.
Commissioner Olszewski asked about the storage of hazardous materials.
Mr. Hess explained that adhesive materials would be stored in gallon
containers and that most linoleum installations would be dry allowing
the materials to be reused.
Commissioner Olszewski expressed concern regarding the amount of floor
covering materials that would be disposed of.
Commissioner Alne asked how many square yards of carpeting and linoleum
would be disposed of and in response, Mr. Hess indicated that
approximately 750 yards of vinyl and approximately 100 yards of carpet
would be disposed of monthly.
Commissioner Meyer reported on the Site and Architectural Review
Committee's discussions noting the recommendation for approval, as
redlined to address:
- handicapped parking
- access in and out of the building
The Public Hearing on S 90-03 was opened.
Public Comments:
Jana Obar, 45 Sanderling Court, addressed the Commission and expressed
opposition to the proposal for the following reasons:
- use of the property as a training center
- excessive traffic
- narrow entryway
- additional noise
- hours of operation
- excessive noise
- construction workers arriving at doing work as if the project
were already approved
Chairperson Perrine informed Ms. Obar that the owners of the property
have the right to clean up and make improvements to their property.
Commissioner Alne asked if Ms. Obar was objecting to the Public
Facilities Zoning and Ms. Obar stated that she objected to traffic
generated by a Public Facilities Zoning Designation.
Discussion ensued and the following was stated by Commissioners:
Planning Commission Minutes -13- March 27, 1990
- the building has been closed for a long time
- asked of speaker would object to any/and/every proposal for
the use of this facility
- the building was a post office before the townhomes were
built.
- compared the concerns of the residents of those townhomes to
people who buy homes next to an airport and then complain
about the airport.
Mark Niver, 46 Albatross Court, made three points:
- post office closed at 6:00 p.m., on weekdays and that there
was no noise impact during the later evening hours
- concern about future operations, i.e., a machine shop
- who would respond if there was a nuisance on the property and
would fees be charged
- requested that the hours of operation be limited.
City Attorney Seligmann informed Mr. Niver that relative to noise that
the City does not have a noise
Mr. Piasecki addressed the concern of a future machine shop, by stating
that the Conditions of Approval would specify the type of use.
Commissioner Olszewski suggested that since there is no noise ordinance
that a condition be added to the conditions of approval to limit noise
generation to the inside of the building.
Mr. Dave Ableson, the end unit, requested that the post office facility
be torn down and the townhouse be put there. He suggested that trees
be place along the back wall to buffer the sound that would be
generated from the 90 East Latimer site.
Commissioner Alne felt that the suggestion for a tree buffer on the
residential side of the property line might be a good solution.
Commissioner Fox stated that trees to do NOT buffer sound, but amplify
it.
Mr. Hess indicated at he would make sure that:
- radios and installation noise would be kept to a minimal
- loud stereos in the parking lot would not be permitted
- he appreciated the concern ~ince he is a home owner
- reviewed his schedule for the proposed year relative to sound
generation times, etc.
- stated that if neighbors have a noise problem and will come to
him, he will take care of it
- explained that he had to provide training at night since many
of the students work day time jobs and it is essential for
them to attend during non-working hours
Planning Commission Minutes -14- March 27, 1990
Mr. Glenn Morton addressed the Commission, 40 Puffin Court, suggesting
limiting the hours of operation; that a day care facility would be a
better use for that site; and, that the property is improperly zoned
and should be zoned residential.
Mr. James Olivery, 48 Sanderling Court, repeated other neighbor's
concerns relating to limiting hours of operation so that he could have
"peaceful enjoyment of his property.
Ms. Sandra Loethen, area resident, circulated a letter expressing her
concerns reviewed the following:
- depreciation of property value if the use were approved
- increased traffic/noise/congestion
- risk of crime
Commissioner Perrine read the letter into the record and the letter
dated March 27, 1990, from Mr. Leothen, was accepted and filed within
the Planning Commission folder.
M/S: Alne, Olszewski
Motion to close the Public Hearing on UP
90-04 was unani]aously closed, 7-0-0.
Commissioner Olszewski asked Staff about the process of changing the
zoning in this location.
Mr. Piasecki stated that it would be a lengthy process since the
property is owned by a federal entity.
Commissioner Christ felt that the proposed hours were reasonable.
Commissioner Meyer suggested review of this use permit in six months
and Mr. Hess was not in favor of the review due to his initial
investment.
Commissioner Christ agreed that a six month review would be a detriment
to the applicant; that a more reasonable solution would be to add
conditions to address concerns; that trash pick ups be done earlier in
the morning; and, that no operation of noisy machinery would take place
outside the building.
Commission Wilkinson asked for a condition that would revise the
conditions if noise violation occur rather than shutting the school
down.
Commissioner Olszewski supported the idea to eliminate the six month
review suggestion.
Commission Christ proposed the following addition of conditions:
- that hours of operation be limited to between 7:00 a.m., to
10:00 p.m., on three weeknight, and Saturday
- that no operation of any kind be conducted outside of the
building
Planning Commission Minutes -15- March 27, 1990
Mr. Hess explained the three times a year, he has an outside
demonstration outside the building and requested the conditions allow
this.
Commissioner Christ added to the suggested conditions that:
- that operational hours from Monday through Friday will be from
7:00 a.m., to 6:00 p.m.
The Planning Director suggested that the condition reflect that:
- limit the permitted use to floor covering and installation
- that the maximum number of students be limited to 30
- include informal review in 6 months
Commissioner Christ does not care to limit the number of students.
City Attorney Seligmann suggested additional finding be added to
address the new conditions of approval.
M/S: Christ, Meyer
Motion to adopt Resolution No. 2667 approving the
Use Permit to allow a non-profit vocational
training school, a~ending the Conditions of
Approval as follows: 1) three nights a week the
hours are limited to 7:00 a.m., to 10:00 p.m.,
on Monday through Friday hours of operation are
limited to 7:00 a.m., to 6:00 p.m.; 2) that the
use per mit be limite~to floor covering
installation; 3) that there be an informal
six-month review for the purpose of mitigating
any problems that~ayarise; and that the
following findings be changed to reflect the
amended conditions; 1) that the proposed use is
surrounded by residential use; 2) that the use
during the evening hours could disrupt thepeace
and welfare of the residents; and, 3) that
activities that occur outside the building could
disturb thepeaceand welfare of the surrounding
residents and operations should be restrained
inside the building; Site Plan findings listed on
page two of the Staff Report, dated March 27,
1990, are also be ~ade ~ of the findings for
approval, carried on the following roll call
vote:
AYES: Co---issioners:
Olszewski,
NOES:
ABSENT:
Co~missioners:
Conissioners:
Christ, Fox, Alne, Meyer, Wilkinson,
Perrine
None
None
Planning Commission Minutes -16- March 27, 1990
5. UP 90-05
Pinn, A.
Public Hearing to consider the application of Mr.
Alan Pinn for a Use Permit to allow outdoor patio
dining at an existing restaurant (Pedros) and
recognition of an existing use allowing on-site
sale of liquor, on property known as 499 East
Hamilton Avenue, in a C-2-S (General Commercial)
Zoning District.
Chairperson Perrine read the Application into the record.
Mr. Tim Haley, Planner II, reviewed the Application and discussed the
Staff Report, noting the following concerns:
- limiting the seating to 24
- provide landscaping to the rear parking area
An aerial map and architectural renderings were presented.
Commissioner Christ asked about the parking problems that existed with
the past operation.
Mr. Haley noted that these parking issues are not a concern since the
use is primarily for restaurant use and not primarily for bar use.
Commissioner Christ expressed concern that approval of the outside
seating might become an add-on to the bar, and would like assurance
that this would be an extension to the dining area and not to the bar.
Commissioner Alne noted his confusion as to why the Planning Commission
was being asked to recognize an alcohol use?
Mr. Haley explained that the use has been nonconforming and was capable
of being grandfathered in.
Discussion ensued relative to outdoor dining areas.
Mr. Peter Mansfield, the operator, addressed the Commission requesting
approval and noted the following:
- that the intention of the outdoor seating is for dining
- requested landscaping in the rear of the building
- root removal and replacement street of trees.
Commissioner Fox and Mr. Haley explained that the buffer wall in the
rear of the property is for the residents in the second-story units
beyond the wall and that the trees can be placed in a diamond shaped
area between the parking stalls. Mr. Haley suggested that Mr.
Mansfield contact the City Engineer regarding the requirement for
street trees..
Discussion initiated by Commissioner Wilkinson ensued relative to
street access to Almarida Avenue.
The Public Hearing on UP 90-05 was opened.
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Public Comments:
There were no public comments.
M/S: Olszewski, Fox
Motion to Close the Public Hearing
unanimously closed.
M/S:
Meyer, Aln~
Motion tx~grant a Negative Declaration and adopt Resolution
No. 2668, approving the Use Permit, as redlined, carried on
the following roll call vote:
AYES: Commissioners:
Perrine
NOES: Commissioners:
ABSENT: Commissioners:
Christ, Fox, Alne, Meyer, Wilkinson, Olszewski,
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SUBCOMMITTEE REPORTS
There were no subcommittee reports.
REPORT OF THE PLANNING DIRECTOR
The report of the Planning Director was accepted.
The Commission noted the City of Campbell's birthday, since it was
incorporated as a City on March 28, 1990.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, the Planning Commission meeting of
March 27, 1990, adjourned at 12:55 a.m., to the next regular Planning
Commission meeting of Tuesday, April 10, 1990, at 7:30 P.M., in the
City Council Chambers, 70 North First Street, Campbell.
APPROVED:
Jay R. Perrine
Chairperson
ATTEST:
Steve Piasecki
Secretary
RECORDED:
Karon Shaban
Recording Secretary