Variance and Modification 1998 CITY OF CAMPBELL
Community Development Department - Current Planning
October 30, t998
Storage USA
39 California Avenue, #208
Pleasanton, CA 94566
Re: V 98-04/M 98-14 - 50-110 Curmer Avenue
Dear Applicant:
Please be advised that at its meeting of October 27, 1998, the Planning Commission
adopted Resolution No. 3197 approving a Variance (V 98-04) and Resolution No. 3198
approving a Modification (M 98-14) to a previously-approved Site and ArchiteCtural
Approval to allow a wooden fence in lieu of a masonry wall on the above-referenced
property. Copies are attached for your review.
This approval is effective in ten days, unless appealed in writing to the City Clerk. The
time within which judicial review of this decision must be sought is governed by
California Code of Civil Procedure, Section 1094.6.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me at (408) 866-2140.
Sincerely,
Aki Irani
Planner I
70 North First Street · Campbell, California 95008.1423 - TEL 408.866.2140 · F~X 408.866.8381 · TDD 408.866:')790
RESOLUTION NO. 3197
BEING A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION
OF THE CITY OF CAMPBELL APPROVING A VARJANCE TO
ALLOW A WOODEN FENCE IN LIEU OF A MASONRY WALL
AT THE PROPERTY LINE ADJACENT TO RESIDENTIALLY
ZONED PROPERTIES AS REQUIRED BY THE M-1-S (LIGHT
INDUSTRIAL) ZONING ORDINANCE ON PROPERTY
LOCATED AT 50-110 CURTNER AVENUE IN AN M-1-S
(LIGHT INDUSTRIAL) ZONING DISTRICT. APPLICATION OF
STORAGE USA. FILE NO. V 98-04.
After notification and public hearing, as specified by law, and after presentation by the"
Community Development Director, proponents and opponents, the hearing was closed.
After due consideration of all evidence presented, the Planning Commission did find as
follows with respect to application V 98-04:
Granting of the variance to allow the construction of a wooden fence in lieu of a
masonry wail for screening along the eastern property line adjacent to residentially
zoned properties is necessary for the preservation and enjoyment of the applicant's
property rights to develop the property with the same privileges as enjoyed by other
properties in the same zoning district.
The proposed 36-inch diameter water pipeline exists in locations on or in close
proximity to the eastern property line and presents an exceptional circumstance
applicable to the property which will not permit the construction of a masonry wall in
compliance with the City's M-1-S zoning ordinance.
The proposed wooden fence will serve the purpose of screening of the mini-storage
facility from the adjacent residentially zoned properties as the required masonry wall
would.
The Santa Clara Valley Water District will not permit a masonry Wall to be
constructed on or in close proximity to the existing pipeline, but will permit a wooden
fence with supports off-set onto the Storage USA side of the property.
5. A variance is needed to allow the development of a mini-storage facility to proceed
and to allow reasonable use of the property that is generally enjoyed by others.
Based on the foregoing findings of fact, the Planning Commission further finds and
concludes that:
Strict or literal interpretation and enforcement of the specified regulation would result
in practical difficulty or unnecessary physical hardship inconsistent with the
objectives of the zoning ordinance.
Planning Commission Resolution No. 3197
V 98-04 - 50-110 Curtner Avenue - Storage USA
Page 2
There are exceptional or extraordinary circumstances or conditions applicable to the
property involved or to the intended use of the property which do not apply generally
to other properties classified in the same zoning district.
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Strict or literal interpretations and enforcement of the specified regulations would
deprive the applicant of privileges enjoyed by the owners of other properties
classified in the same zoning district.
The granting of the variance will not constitute a grant of special privilege
inconsistent with the limitations on other properties classified in the same zoning
district.
5. The granting of the variance will not be detrimental to the public health, safety, or
welfare, or be materially injurious to properties or improvements in the vicinity.
The applicant is hereby notified, as part of this application, that he/she is required to meet
the following conditions in accordance with the ordinance of the City of Campbell and
the State of California. The lead department with which the applicant will Work is
identified on each condition where necessary. Additionally, the applicant is hereby
notified that he/she is required to comply with all applicable Codes or Ordinances of the
City of Campbell and the State of California that pertain to this development and are not
herein specified:
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
Approved Proiect: A variance is granted to allow the construction of an 8-foot high
wooden fence with removable panels, in lieu of a masonry wall, along the eastern
property line of the subject properties adjacent to residentially zoned properties, on
properties located at 50, 98 and 110 Curtner Avenue and shall substantially conform
to the project exhibits listed below, as may be modified by the Conditions of
Approval herein:
A. Fence detail plans prepared by Storage USA consisting of a typical fence post
detail, partial elevation, partial plan, typical cross section and hook detail, date
stamped as received by the Planning Department on October 9, 1998.
B. Preliminary Grading and Drainage Plan prepared by Giuliani and Kull, Inc.;.
indicating location of the wooden fence along the eastern property line, date
stamped as received by the Planning Department on October 9, 1998.
Planning Commission Resolution No. 3197
V 98-04 - 50-110 Curmer Avenue - Storage USA
Page 3
C. Perspective drawing of the wooden fence prepared by Storage USA, date stamped
as received on October 9, 1998.
Building Division: The applicant shall comply with all Building Code requirements
and obtain necessary permits as determined by the City's Building Division for the
wooden fence.
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Fence Maintenance: The applicant shall be required to maintain the wooden fence in
good condition for the life of the project. The condition of the fence shall be
determined by the Community Development Director and the Santa Clara Valley
Water District.
Santa Clara Valley Water District Requirements:
A. The applicant shall be required to obtain permits and approval for the wooden
fence from the Santa Clara Valley Water District prior to construction of the
fence.
B. The applicant shall install root barriers parallel to the fence at the piles and should
identify use of root barriers in these locations on the landscape plan.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 27~ day of October, 1998, by the following roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
Commissioners:
Commissioners:
Commissioners:
Commissioners:
Francois, Gibbons, Jones, Lindstrom, Lowe, Meyer-.
Kennedy
None
Keams
None
APPROVED:
Dennis Lowe, Chair
ATTEST'
Steve Piasecki, Secretary
RESOLUTION NO. 3198
BEING A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF
THE CITY OF CAMPBELL APPROVING A MODIFICATION (M 98-
14) TO A PREVIOUSL SITE AND ARCHITECTURAL APPROVAL
TO ALLOW A WOODEN FENCE IN LIEU OF A MASONRY WALL
ON PROPERTY LOCATED AT 50-110 CURTNER AVENUE IN AN
M-1-S (LIGHT INDUSTRIAL) ZONING DISTRICT. APPLICATION
OF STORAGE USA. FILE NO. M 98-14.
After notification and public hearing, as specified by law, and after presentation by the Community
Development Director, proponents and opponents, the hearing was closed.
After due consideration of all evidence presented, the Planning Commission did find as follows with
respect to application M 98-14:
1. There have been no changes in the General Plan and Zoning in the area since the original
approvals.
No other changes in the development standards or regulations of this project are requested other
than a modification to the conditions of approval to allow a wooden fence in lieu of a masonry wall
adjacent to residentially zoned properties.
3. The proposed wooden fence in lieu of a masonry wall is architecturally compatible with the
proposed mini-storage development and to the adjacent residential properties to the east.
4. The proposed wooden fence serves the same screening purpose as the required masonry wall from
adjacent residentially zoned properties.
5. The proposed 8-foot high wooden fence will not impair pedestrian or vehicular safety.
6. The proposed 8-foot high fence results in a more desirable layout of the applicant's property.
Based on the foregoing findings of fact, the Planning Commission fmrther finds and concludes that:
The proposed wooden fence is compatible with the objectives of the General Plan and the Zoning
Ordinance, with approval of a Variance, and will aid in the harmonious development of the
immediate area.
2. The proposed wooden fence is compatible with the surrounding uses in the area, subject to the
Conditions of Approval
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The establishment, maintenance or operation of the proposed project will not be detrimental to the
public health, safety, peace, morals, comfort or general welfare of persons residing or working in
the neighborhood of such proposed uses, or be detrimental or injurious to the property and
improvements in the neighborhood or to the general welfare of the City.
Planning Commission Resolution No. 3198
M 98-14 - 50-110 Curmer Avenue
Page 2
The applicant is hereby notified, as part of this application, that he/she is required to meet the
following conditions in accordance with the ordinance of the City of Campbell and the State of
California. The lead department with which the applicant will work is identified on each condition
where necessary. Additionally, the applicant is hereby notified that he/she is required to comply with
all applicable Codes or Ordinances of the City of Campbell and the State of California that pertain to
this development and are not herein specified:
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
1. Approved Proiect: This approval is for a Modification to a Re-instatement application (R 97-06) of
a previous Site and Architectural Review Permit (S 96-16) and a previous Use Permit (UP 96-18)
to allow construction of a wooden fence in lieu of a masonry wall along the eastern property line
adjacent to residentially zoned properties, in conjunction with the development of a 94,265 square
foot mini-storage facility and incidental 1,000 square foot on-site manager's living unit on the
subject property. The proposed wooden fence shall substantially comply as shown on the drawings
listed below, except as modified by the Conditions of Approval contained herein:
A. Fence detail plans prepared by Storage USA consisting of a typical fence post detail, partial
elevation, partial plan, typical cross section and hook detail date stamped as received by the
Planning Department on October 9, 1998.
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Preliminary Grading and Drainage Plan prepared by Giuliani and Kull, Inc., indicating location
of the wooden fence along the eastern property line, date stamped as received by the Planning
Department on October 9, 1998.
C. Perspective drawing of the wooden fence prepared by Storage USA, date stamped as received
on October 9, 1998.
Previous Conditions: All previous conditions of approval shall remain in effect as stipulated in
Planning Commission Resolution No. 3147 for approval of a Reinstatement (R 97-06) of the Site
and Architectural Review Permit (S 96-16), except as herein modified by these conditions of
approval.
Building Division: The applicant shall comply with all Building Code requirements and obtain
necessary permits as determined by the City's Building Division for the wooden fence.
Fence Maintenance: The applicant shall be required to maintain the wooden fence in good
condition for the life of the project. The condition of the fence shall be determined by the
Community Development Director and the Santa Clara Valley Water District.
Planning Commission Resolution No. 3198
M 98-14 - 50-110 Curtner Avenue
Page 3
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Santa Clara Valley Water District Requirements:
A. The applicant shall be required to obtain permits and approval for the wooden fence from the
Santa Clara Valley Water District prior to construction of the fence.
B. The applicant shall install root barriers parallel to the fence at the piles and should identify use
of root barriers in these locations on the landscape plan.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 27t~ day of October, 1998, by the following roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
Commissioners:
Commissioners:
Commissioners:
Commissioners:
Francois, Gibbons, Jones, Lindstrom, Lowe, Meyer-Kennedy
None
Keams
None
APPROVED:
Dennis Lowe, Chair
ATTEST'
Steve Piasecki, Secretary
City of Campbell
Inter-office Memo
Date: October 29, 1998
Harold Housely, Development Engineering
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Sharon Fierro, Senior Planner
Subject: Storage USA Parcel Map
CC:
Aki Irani, Planner I
Please be advised that Planning Division of the Community Development Department
finds that the Storage USA project at 50, 98, and 110 Curtner Avenue is in compliance
with the Conditions of Approval for Tentative Parcel Map Application Number PM 97-
10.
The Planning Division has no objection to scheduling the Final Parcel Map for City
Council hearing at this time.
October 29, I998
City of Campbell
70 North t:irst Street
Campbell, CA. 95008-1423
RE: Storage USA Application 50-I 10 Curtner Avenue (File No. V98-0adM 98-14)
Dear People:
This is to advise you that the Santa Clara Valley Water District has no obiection to the
Final Map being approved in the above referenced application provided that an
Easement in a form acceptable to the District is recorded prior to the official approval
and filing of the Final Map.
Sincerely,
Emily J. C6te
Assistant General Counsel
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ATTACHMENT C
Grantee's Property
The hereinabove described easement is appurtenant to and for the benefit of the lands
of the Santa Clara Valley Water District, a public corporation, formerly Santa Clara
Valley Water Conservation District, as described in the following deeds recorded in the
Office of the Recorder, Official Records of Santa Clara County:
Book 4128 Page 436
Book 4171 Page 621
Book 4045 Page 540
Book 4073 Page 252
Book 4135 Page 559
Book 4064 Page 391
Book 4120 Page 683
Book 4128 Page 429
Book 4033 Page 333
Book 4120 Page 689
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ITEM NO. 3
STAFF REPORT - PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING
OF OCTOBER 27, 1998
V 98-04/M 98-14
Storage USA
Public Hearing to consider the applications of Storage USA for
approval of a Variance (V 98-04) and a Modification (M 98-14) to a
previously-approved Site and Architectural Permit (S 96-16), as
reinstated by a Reinstatement application (R 97-06), to allow a
wooden fence in lieu of a masonry wall at the property line adjacent
to residentially zoned properties as required by the M-1-S (Light
Industrial) Zoning Ordinance on property located at 50, 98 and 110
Curtner Avenue in an M-1-S (Light Industrial) Zoning District.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
That the Planning Commission take the following actions:
Adopt a Resolution, incorporating the attached findings, approving a Variance to allow the
construction of a wooden fence in lieu of a masonry wall along adjacent residentially-zoned
properties, subject to the attached conditions of approval.
Adopt a Resolution, incorporating the attached findings, approving a Modification to the
previously-approved Site and Architectural Review Permit, as reinstated by the approved
Reinstatement application, to modify a condition of approval to allow the construction of a
wooden fence in lieu of a masonry wall, subject to the attached conditions of approval.
ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION
A Negative Declaration was previously granted for this project.
PROJECT DATA
Site Data:
Gross Lot Area:
Net Lot Area:
Net Building Area:
Building Coverage:
Landscape Coverage:
Paving Coverage:
Floor Area Ratio:
Proposed Parking:
Required Parking:
1.77 acres (77,098 square feet)
1.62 acres (70,567 square feet)
94,265 square feet
48% (33,664 square feet)
18% (12,893 square feet)
34% (24,010 square feet)
1.34
18 parking spaces
No standards for mini-storage uses
Fence Data:
Proposed Fence Location:
Proposed Fence Length:
Proposed Fence Height:
East property line adjacent to residential lots on Shamrock Drive
251 feet
8 feet
Staff Report - Planning Commission Meeting of October 27, 1998
V 98-04/M 98-14 - 50, 98 and 110 Curtner Avenue
Pa~e 2
DISCUSSION
Applicant's Proposal: The applicant, Storage USA, is requesting approval of a Variance
application (V 98-04) and a Modification application (M 98-14) to a previously-approved Site
and Architectural Review permit (as reinstated by a Reinstatement application (R 97-06)) to
allow the construction of a wooden fence, in lieu of a masonry wall along the east property line
adjacent to the residentially-zoned properties as required by the M-1-S (Light Industrial) zoning
ordinance.
The project site is located on the east side of Curtner Avenue, north of Camden Avenue and
south of McGlincey Lane. Surrounding land uses include an animal hospital and garden
equipment business to the north, a motel to the south, single-family residences to the east and a
restaurant and Highway 17 to the west. The proposed wooden fence is to be constructed adjacent
to the rear yards of five (5) single-family residential properties east of the project site located on
Shamrock Drive.
Background: On February 10, 1998, the Planning Commission approved a Reinstatement
application (R 97-06) to reinstate a Site and Architectural Review Permit (S 96-16) and a
Conditional Use Permit (96-18) to allow the development of a 94,265 square foot mini-storage
facility with on-site manager's living unit on properties currently referenced as 50, 98 and 110
Curtner Avenue. The Site and Architectural Review Permit and Use Permit were initially
approved by the Planning Commission on January 28, 1997.
On September 29, 1998, Planning Staff met with Santa Clara Valley Water District
representatives and Storage USA representatives to discuss efforts to allow Storage USA to
proceed with the development of its project site as a mini-storage facility. During the meeting,
Santa Clara Valley Water District indicated that a wall of masonry construction would not be
permitted along the east property line of the project site due to the location of a 36-inch diameter
water pipeline near and along the eastern property line of the project site adjacent to the
residential properties. The 36-inch diameter pipeline is only approximately 18 inches below
grade. Due to the close proximity of the pipeline to the property line and the existing grade, the
Water District has stated that the masonry wall construction, including footing and supports for
the wall, will obstruct the Water District's ability to operate and service the pipeline; and,
therefore, objects to the wall. The Water District requested that an alternative design for the wall
which would allow for operation and service of the pipeline be proposed.
ANALYSIS
General Plan Designation: The General Plan land use designation for the project site is
Industrial. The proposed fence of wood construction will serve the purpose of a required
masonry wall along the adjacent residentially-zoned properties to provide screening of the mini-
storage facility from the residential properties. The proposed wood fence will allow the proposed
development to proceed as a mini-storage facility with an on-site manager's living unit, which is
consistent with the General Plan land use designation for the site.
Staff Report - Planning Commission Meeting of October 27, 1998
V 98-04/M 98-14 - 50, 98 and 110 Curtner Avenue
Page 3
Zoning Use Designation: The zoning designation for the site is M-1-S (Light Industrial). Under
Section 21.32.110 of the Zoning Ordinance, any use conducted in an M-1-S zoning district shall
be effectively screened at the property line from any abutting residentially zoned property and
shall require screening in the form of a masonry wall not less than six (6) feet in height. In
addition, such screening shall include trees and plants to effectively screen such use from the
adjoining residentially zoned property.
The applicant is requesting approval of a Variance from the screening requirement of the Zoning
Ordinance and a Modification to the condition of approval which requires the construction of a
minimum six (6) foot high masonry wall along property lines abutting residentially-zoned
properties. The applicant is requesting approval of a wooden fence in lieu of a masonry wall to
fulfill the screening requirement.
Variance Criteria: Under the Zoning Ordinance, the Planning Commission may grant variances
to prevent and lessen practical difficulties and unnecessary hardships inconsistent with the
Zoning Ordinance that would result from strict or literal interpretation of the zoning regulations.
Approval of a variance requires that the Planning Commission make the following five (5)
mandatory findings:
A. Strict or literal interpretation and enforcement of the specified regulation would result in
practical difficulty or unnecessary physical hardship inconsistent with the objectives of the
zoning ordinance.
B. There are exceptional or extraordinary circumstances or conditions applicable to the property
involved or to the intended use of the property which do not apply generally to other
properties classified in the same zoning district.
C. Strict or literal interpretations and enforcement of the specified regulations would deprive the
applicant of privileges enjoyed by the owners of other properties classified in the same
zoning district.
D. The granting of the variance will not constitute a grant of special privilege inconsistent with
the limitations on other properties classified in the same zoning district.
E. The granting of the variance will not be detrimental to the public health, safety, or welfare, or
be materially injurious to properties or improvements in the vicinity.
The applicant's request asserts that the above-referenced findings apply to the proposed project
given the following:
Staff Report - Planning Commission Meeting of October 27, 1998
V 98-04/M 98-14 - 50, 98 and 110 Curtner Avenue
Page 4
That a 36-inch diameter water pipeline exists in locations on or in close proximity to the
eastern property line where a masonry wall is required to be constructed in accordance with
the M-1-S (Light Industrial) Zoning Ordinance. This presents an exceptional circumstance
applicable to the property which generally does not apply to other properties in the same
zoning district.
That the Santa Clara Valley Water District will not permit a masonry wall to be constructed
on or in close proximity to the existing pipeline, but will permit a wooden fence along the
property line with supports off-set onto the Storage USA side of the property.
3. That a variance is needed to allow the development to proceed as a mini-storage facility and
to allow reasonable use of the property that is generally enjoyed by others.
That strict and literal interpretation of the regulations requiring a masonry wall for screening
will result in a practical difficulty and physical hardship to develop the mini-storage project
as proposed and as approved, and would deprive Storage USA of privileges enjoyed by other
properties in the M-1-S zoning district.
That the wooden fence will serve the purpose of screening as the masonry wall would and
will, therefore, not constitute a grant of special privilege inconsistent with the limitations on
other properties in the same zoning district.
6. That denial of the variance will result in a hardship to proceed with the development of the
mini-storage facility.
That an 8-foot high wooden fence in lieu of a 6-foot high masonry wall will provide
improved screening of the development from the adjacent residential properties and will aid
in noise attenuation of the mini-storage use, and therefore, will not be detrimental to the
public health, safety, or welfare, or be materially injurious to properties in the vicinity.
Staff finds that the proposed variance meets the findings required to be made by the Planning
Commission to approve the variance and believes the approval of a wooden fence will not result
in the granting of a special privilege that is contrary to the intent or purpose of the zoning
regulations or General Plan. Therefore, Staff is supportive of the variance for a wooden fence in
lieu of the masonry wall.
Modification application: The Reinstatement application approved on February 10, 1998
requires compliance with all previous conditions of approval as stated in Resolution No. 3071 of
the originally approved Site and Architectural Review Permit (S 96-16). Under Condition No.
21 of Resolution No. 3071, the applicant is required to provide a masonry wall adjacent to all
residentially-zoned properties. Storage USA is also requesting at this time a Modification to the
previous Site and Architectural approval to revise Condition No. 21 to allow a wooden fence to
suffice in lieu of the masonry wall for screening.
Staff Report - Planning Commission Meeting of October 27, 1998
V 98-04/M 98-14 - 50, 98 and 110 Curtner Avenue
Page 5
Fence Design: The proposed fence consists of an 8-foot high wooden fence to be constructed
along the eastern property line for a length of approximately 251 feet. The fence will consist of
8-foot long vertical wooden panels which will be removable to allow the Water District access to
operate and service the existing 36-inch diameter water pipeline. The concrete casson supports
for the wooden fence will be off-set onto the Storage USA side of the property and the fence will
then cantilever over onto the property line.
The proposed 8-foot high fence, which is two (2) feet higher than the minimum required 6-foot
high masonry wall, also requires approval of a fence exception for the additional 2-feet of height,
which may be approved in conjunction with the approval of the Variance and Modification
applications. Storage USA is proposing the 8-foot high fence to provide improved screening of
the development from the adjacent residentially zoned properties, in lieu of the required 6-foot
high masonry wall, which will serve the intent of the screening requirement in the Zoning
Ordinance.
The Water District has reviewed the wooden fence plans and finds the conceptual fence plans
acceptable with the additional requests that there be a minimum 18-inch distance from the
outside diameter of the pipeline to the fence and its supports, and that root barriers be installed
parallel to the fence at the piles to discourage roots from growing onto and around the pipeline.
Staff is also supportive of the proposed fence application as proposed with the understanding that
all adjacent residential property owners have no objection to the proposed wooden fence.
Site and Architectural Review Committee: The Site and Architectural Review Committee
reviewed this project at its meeting of October 13, 1998 and expressed support for the Variance
(V 98-04) and Modification (M 98-14) applications to allow a wooden fence in lieu of a masonry
wall along the eastern property line of the project site with the following additional conditions:
That prior to the public hearing, the applicant obtain written consent from all property owners
of adjacent residentially zoned properties demonstrating no objection to the proposed 8-foot
high wooden fence.
2. That the applicant be required to provide on-going maintenance of the wooden fence for the
life of the project.
Attachments:
1. Findings for approval of a Variance (V 98-04).
2. Conditions of Approval for the Variance (V 98-04).
3. Findings for approval of the Modification application (M 98-14).
4. Conditions of Approval for the Modification application (M 98-14)
5. Section 21.32.110 of the M-1-S (Light Industrial) zoning ordinance.
6. Exhibits
7. Location Map
Staff Report - Planning Commission Meeting of October 27, 1998
V 98-04/M 98-14 - 50, 98 and 110 Curtner Avenue
Page 6
Prepared by:
Approved by:
Aki R. Irani, Planner I
Sharon Fierro, Senior Planner
FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL OF FILE NO. V 98-04
SITE ADDRESS: 50, 98 and 110 Curtner Avenue
APPLICANT: Storage USA
P.C. MEETING: October 27, 1998
Attachment #1
Findings for Approval of a Variance to allow the construction of a wooden fence in lieu of a
masonry wall along the eastern property line of the subject property adjacent to residentially
zoned properties
The Planning Commission finds as follows with regard to File No. V 98-04:
Granting of the variance to allow the construction of a wooden fence in lieu of a masonry
wall for screening along the eastern property line adjacent to residentially zoned properties is
necessary for the preservation and enjoyment of the applicant's property rights to develop the
property with the same privileges as enjoyed by other properties in the same zoning district.
The proposed 36-inch diameter water pipeline exists in locations on or in close proximity to
the eastern property line and presents an exceptional circumstance applicable to the property
which will not permit the construction of a masonry wall in compliance with the City's M-1-
S zoning ordinance.
3. The proposed wooden fence will serve the purpose of screening of the mini-storage facility
from the adjacent residentially zoned properties as the required masonry wall would.
The Santa Clara Valley Water District will not permit a masonry wall to be constructed on or
in close proximity to the existing pipeline, but will permit a wooden fence with supports off-
set onto the Storage USA side of the property.
5. A variance is needed to allow the development of a mini-storage facility to proceed and to
allow reasonable use of the property that is generally enjoyed by others.
Based on the foregoing findings of fact, the Planning Commission further finds and concludes
that:
Strict or literal interpretation and enforcement of the specified regulation would result in
practical difficulty or unnecessary physical hardship inconsistent with the objectives of the
zoning ordinance.
There are exceptional or extraordinary circumstances or conditions applicable to the property
involved or to the intended use of the property which do not apply generally to other
properties classified in the same zoning district.
Findings for V 98-04 - Planning Commission Meeting of October 27, 1998
V 98-04/M 98-14 - 50, 98 and 110 Curtner Avenue
Page 2
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Strict or literal interpretations and enforcement of the specified regulations would deprive the
applicant of privileges enjoyed by the owners of other properties classified in the same
zoning district.
The granting of the variance will not constitute a grant of special privilege inconsistent with
the limitations on other properties classified in the same zoning district.
The granting of the variance will not be detrimental to the public health, safety, or welfare, or
be materially injurious to properties or improvements in the vicinity.
Attachment #2
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL FOR FILE NO. V 98-04
SITE ADDRESS: 50, 98 and 110 Curtner Avenue
APPLICANT: Storage USA
P.C. MEETING: October 27, 1998
The applicant is hereby notified, as part of this application, that he/she is required to meet the
following conditions in accordance with the ordinance of the City of Campbell and the State of
California. The lead department with which the applicant will work is identified on each
condition where necessary. Additionally, the applicant is hereby notified that he/she is required
to comply with all applicable Codes or Ordinances of the City of Campbell and the State of
California that pertain to this development and are not herein specified:
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
Approved Project: A variance is granted to allow the construction of an 8-foot high wooden
fence with removable panels, in lieu of a masonry wall, along the eastern property line of the
subject properties adjacent to residentially zoned properties, on properties located at 50, 98
and 110 Curtner Avenue and shall substantially conform to the project exhibits listed below,
as may be modified by the Conditions of Approval herein:
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Fence detail plans prepared by Storage USA consisting of a typical fence post detail,
partial elevation, partial plan, typical cross section and hook detail, date stamped as
received by the Planning Department on October 9, 1998.
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Preliminary Grading and Drainage Plan prepared by Giuliani and Kull, Inc., indicating
location of the wooden fence along the eastern property line, date stamped as received
by the Planning Department on October 9, 1998.
C. Perspective drawing of the wooden fence prepared by Storage USA, date stamped as
received on October 9, 1998.
2. Building Division: The applicant shall comply with all Building Code requirements and
obtain necessary permits as determined by the City's Building Division for the wooden fence.
Approval by Adjacent Property Owners: The applicant shall obtain written approval of the
wooden fence by all property owners of residentially zoned property adjacent to the subject
properties to be submitted to the Planning Division prior to issuance of building permits.
Fence Maintenance: The applicant shall be required to maintain the wooden fence in good
condition for the life of the project. The condition of the fence shall be determined by the
Community Development Director and the Santa Clara Valley Water District.
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Santa Clara Valley Water District Requirements:
A. The applicant shall be required to obtain permits and approval for the wooden fence
from the Santa Clara Valley Water District prior to construction of the fence.
Conditions of Approval for V 98-04 - Planning Commission Meeting of October 27, 1998
V 98-04/M 98-14 - 50, 98 and 110 Curtner Avenue
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B. The applicant shall install root barriers parallel to the fence at the piles and should
identify use of root barriers in these locations on the landscape plan.
FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL OF FILE NO. M 98-14
SITE ADDRESS: 50, 98 and 110 Curtner Avenue
APPLICANT: Storage USA
P.C. MEETING: October 27, 1998
Attachment 4/3
Findings for Approval of a Modification to a Reinstatement application (R 97-06) of a
previously-approved Site and Architectural Review Permit (S 96-16) to allow the construction of
a wooden fence in lieu of a masonry wall along the eastern property line of the subject site
adjacent to residentially zoned properties
The Planning Commission finds as follows with regard to File No. M 98-14:
1. There have been no changes in the General Plan and Zoning in the area since the original
approvals.
No other changes in the development standards or regulations of this project are requested
other than a modification to the conditions of approval to allow a wooden fence in lieu of a
masonry wall adjacent to residentially zoned properties.
3. The proposed wooden fence in lieu of a masonry wall is architecturally compatible with the
proposed mini-storage development and to the adjacent residential properties to the east.
4. The proposed wooden fence serves the same screening purpose as the required masonry wall
from adjacent residentially zoned properties.
5. The proposed 8-foot high wooden fence will not impair pedestrian or vehicular safety.
6. The proposed 8-foot high fence results in a more desirable layout of the applicant's property.
Based on the foregoing findings of fact, the Planning Commission further finds and concludes
that:
The proposed wooden fence is compatible with the objectives of the General Plan and the
Zoning Ordinance, with approval of a Variance, and will aid in the harmonious development
of the immediate area.
2. The proposed wooden fence is compatible with the surrounding uses in the area, subject to
the Conditions of Approval
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The establishment, maintenance or operation of the proposed project will not be detrimental
to the public health, safety, peace, morals, comfort or general welfare of persons residing or
working in the neighborhood of such proposed uses, or be detrimental or injurious to the
property and improvements in the neighborhood or to the general welfare of the City.
Attachment #4
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL FOR FILE NO. M 98-14
SITE ADDRESS: 50, 98 and 110 Curtner Avenue
APPLICANT: Storage USA
P.C. MEETING: October 27, 1998
The applicant is hereby notified, as part of this application, that he/she is required to meet the
following conditions in accordance with the ordinance of the City of Campbell and the State of
California. The lead department with which the applicant will work is identified on each
condition where necessary. Additionally, the applicant is hereby notified that he/she is required
to comply with all applicable Codes or Ordinances of the City of Campbell and the State of
California that pertain to this development and are not herein specified:
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
1. Approved Project: This approval is for a Modification to a Re-instatement application (R 97-
06) of a previous Site and Architectural Review Permit (S 96-16) and a previous Use Permit
(UP 96-18) to allow construction of a wooden fence in lieu of a masonry wall along the
eastern property line adjacent to residentially zoned properties, in conjunction with the
development of a 94,265 square foot mini-storage facility and incidental 1,000 square foot
on-site manager's living unit on the subject property. The proposed wooden fence shall
substantially comply as shown on the drawings listed below, except as modified by the
Conditions of Approval contained herein:
A. Fence detail plans prepared by Storage USA consisting of a typical fence post detail,
partial elevation, partial plan, typical cross section and hook detail date stamped as
received by the Planning Department on October 9, 1998.
B. Preliminary Grading and Drainage Plan prepared by Giuliani and Kull, Inc., indicating
location of the wooden fence along the eastern property line, date stamped as received by
the Planning Department on October 9, 1998.
C. Perspective drawing of the wooden fence prepared by Storage USA, date stamped as
received on October 9, 1998.
Previous Conditions: All previous conditions of approval shall remain in effect as stipulated
in Planning Commission Resolution No. 3147 for approval of a Reinstatement (R 97-06) of
the Site and Architectural Review Permit (S 96-16), except as herein modified by these
conditions of approval.
3. Building Division: The applicant shall comply with all Building Code requirements and
obtain necessary permits as determined by the City's Building Division for the wooden fence.
Approval by Adjacent Property Owners: The applicant shall obtain written approval of the
wooden fence by all property owners of residentially zoned property adjacent to the subject
properties to be submitted to the Planning Division prior to issuance of building permits.
Conditions of Approval for M 98-14 - Planning Commission Meeting of October 27, 1998
V 98-04/M 98-14 - 50, 98 and 110 Curtner Avenue
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Fence Maintenance: The applicant shall be required to maintain the wooden fence in good
condition for the life of the project. The condition of the fence shall be determined by the
Community Development Director and the Santa Clara Valley Water District.
Santa Clara Valley Water District Requirements:
A. The applicant shall be required to obtain permits and approval for the wooden fence from
the Santa Clara Valley Water District prior to construction of the fence.
B. The applicant shall install root barriers parallel to the fence at the piles and should
identify use of root barriers in these locations on the landscape plan.
RESOLUTION NO. 3147
BEING A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF CAMPBELL APPROVING THE REINSTATEMENT (R 97-06) OF
A PREVIOUSLY-APPROVED SITE AND ARCHITECTURAL APPROVAL
(S 96-16) AND CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT (UP 96-18) TO ALLOW THE
CONSTRUCTION OF A 94,000 SQUARE FOOT MINI-STORAGE
FACILITY AND INCIDENTAL MANAGER'S LIVING UNIT ON
PROPERTY LOCATED AT 50, 98 & 110 CURTNER AVENUE IN AN M-I-
S (LIGHT INDUSTRIAL) ZONING DISTRICT. APPLICATION OF
STORAGE USA. FILE NO. R 97-06 (S 96-16FtJP 96-18).
After notification and public hearing, as specified by law, and after presentation by the
Community Development Director, proponents and opponents, the hearing was closed.
After due consideration of all evidence presented, the Planning Commission did find as follows
with respect to application R 97-06 (S 96-16/UP 96-18).:
There have been no changes in the General Plan and Zoning in the area since the original
approvals.
There have been no changes in the development standards or regulations which would
warrant change to the conditions of approval.
Based on the foregoing findings of fact, the Planning Commission further finds and concludes
that:
The development and uses will be compatible with the General Plan of the City and the
Zoning Ordinance, and will aid in the harmonious development of the immediate area.
The proposed uses are compatible with the surrounding uses in the area, subject to the
Conditions of Approval.
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The establishment, maintenance or operation of the uses will not be detrimental to the
public health, safety, peace, morals, comfort or general welfare of persons residing or
working in the neighborhood of such proposed uses, or be detrimental or injurious to the
property and improvements in the neighborhood or to the general welfare of the City.
The Reinstatement of the previously-approved Site and Architectural Review Permit and
Use Permit for this project is for a period of one year fi.om the Planning Commission
approval.
The proposed site is adequately served by streets of sufficient capacity, subject to the
proposed street improvements required by the Public Works Department, to carry the kind
and quantity of traffic the proposed uses would generate.
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The proposed site is adequate in size and shape to accommodate the proposed project and
will integ-rate well with the existing uses in the surrounding area.
The applicant is hereby notified, as part of this application, that he/she is required to meet the
following conditions is in accordance with the ordinance of the City of Campbell and the State of
California. Additionally, the applicant is hereby notified that he/she is required to comply with
all applicable Codes or Ordinances of the City of Campbell and the State of California that
pertain to this development and are not herein specified:
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
1. Approved Project: This approval is for the Re-instatement of a previous Site and
Architectural Review Permit (S 96-16) and a previous Use Permit (UP 96-18) for a 94,265
square foot mini-storage facility and incidental 1,000 square foot on-site manager's living
unit on the subject property. Development shall substantially comply as shown on the
drawings listed below, except as modified by the Conditions of Approval contained herein.
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Project drawings prepared by K. Patel for Storage USA consisting of a site plan,
elevations, floor plans and conceptual landscape plan date stamped as received by the
Planning Department on January 13, 1998.
Previous Conditions: All previous conditions of approval shall remain in effect as
stipulated in Planning Commission Resolution No. 3071 for approval of the Site and
Architectural Review Permit (S 96-16), and in Planning Commission Resolution No. 3072
for approval of the Use Permit (-UP 96-18).
A. The Site and Architectural Review Permit approval shall expire one year from the date
of Planning Commission Reinstatement, unless building permits have been issued.
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The Use Permit approval shall expire one year fi'om the date of Planning Commission
Reinstatement, unless building permits have been issued.
Property Maintenance: The property is to be maintained free of any combustible trash,
debris, and weeds. All existing structures shall be secured by having windows boarded up
and doors sealed shut, or be demolished or removed from the property. All structures shall
also be required to be maintained free of graffiti. Should graffiti appear on the building
and/or walls, the applicant shall take immediate measures t6 remove the graffiti.
Landscar~ing: In addition to the previously-approved landscaping conditions as stipulated
in Planning Commission Resolution No. 3071 for approval of the Site and Architectural
Review Permit, the applicant shall provide the following:
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Landscaping along the walls surrounding the project site shall be augmented by the
addition of trellis features with clinging vines or plants which will grow on the walls and
on trellises. The type of landscaping, size and number of plants shall be reviewed and
approved by the Community Development Director prior to issuance of building
permits.
Root barriers shall be required for trees planted in the landscape planter along the rear
(east) property line to provide protection of the Santa Clara Valley Water District
pipeline located within the Santa Clara Valley Water District easement.
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Applicant to submit a tree protection plan for approval by the Community Development
Director addressing retention of existing trees and replacement of removed trees
consistent with the Water Efficient Landscaping Standards (W-ELS) prior to issuance of
building permits.
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Roof-Mounted Equipment: All roof-mounted equipment which are visible fi:om the public
right-of-way shall be screened fi:om public view.
PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
6. Flood Control: The applicant shall comply with any requirements of the Santa Clara
Valley Water District.
Final Map: Prior to obtaining building permits, the applicant shall record a Final Parcel
Map.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 10m day of February, 1998, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Commissioners: Francois, Gibbons,
Meyer-Kennedy
NOES: Commissioners: None
ABSENT: Commissioners: None
ABSTArN: Commissioners: None
Jones, Keams, Lindstrom,
Lowe,
APPROVED:
Dennis Lowe, Chair
ATTEST:
Steve Piasecki, Secretary
RESOLUTION NO. 3071
BEING A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING
COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF CAMPBELL GRANTING
A SITE AND ARCHITECTURAL APPROVAL TO ALLOW
THE CONSTRUCTION OF A 95,000 SQUARE FOOT,
THREE-STORY MINI-STORAGE FACILITY WITH A 1,000
SQUARE FOOT ON-SITE MANAGER'S LIVING UNIT ON
PROPERTY LOCATED AT 50 - 110 CURTNER AVENUE
IN AN M-1-S (LIGHT INDUSTRIAL) ZONING DISTRICT.
APPLICATION OF PACIFIC STATES CAPITAL
CORPORATION. FILE NO. S 96-16
After notification and public hearing, as specified by law, and after presentation by the
Community Development Director, proponents and opponents, the heating was closed.
After due consideration of all evidence presented, the Planning Commission did find as
follows with respect to application S 96-16:
The proposed mini-storage facility is a permitted use for the site and is consistent
with the M-1-S (Light Industrial) zoning designation and Industrial General Plan
land use designation for the site.
The proposed project is of an appropriate scale and design and is compatible with
the existing surrounding uses.
The provision of 16 total on-site parking spaces adequately meets the needs of the
proposed project based upon the parking analysis submitted by the applicant and
contained in the attached report.
The proposed project site is of adequate size to develop the proposed mini-storage
facility.
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The proposed project is anticipated to generate 98 vehicle trips during the average
weekday and will not impact existing transportation facilities that serve the area.
6. The proposed mini-storage facility is a clean and quiet operation that will integrate
well with the existing surrounding uses.
Based on the foregoing findings of fact, the Planning Commission further finds and
concludes that:
The establishment, maintenance or operation of the use will not be detrimental to
the public health, safety, peace, morals, comfort or general welfare of persons
residing or working in the neighborhood of such proposed use, or be detrimental or
injurious to the property and improvements in the neighborhood or to the general
welfare of the City.
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The proposed project will aid in the harmonious development of the surrounding
environment.
The proposed use is compatible with the surrounding uses in the area, subject to
the Conditions of Approval.
The proposed site is adequately served by streets of sufficient capacity, subject to
the proposed public street improvements required by the Public Works
Department, to carry the kind and quantity of traffic the proposed use would
generate.
The conditions of approval are roughly proportional and reasonably related in
nature and extent to the impacts of the project.
The applicant is hereby notified, as part of this application, that he/she is required to
meet the following conditions is in accordance with the ordinance of the City of
Campbell and the State of California. Additionally, the applicant is hereby notified that
he/she is required to comply with all applicable Codes or Ordinances of the City of
Campbell and the State of California that pertain to this development and are not herein
specified:
Approved Plans: Approval is granted for a Site and Architectural Review Permit
to allow a three-story, 94,000 square foot mini-storage facility to include
approximately 750 storage units, a 1,200 square foot office and a maximum 1,000
square foot on-site manager's living unit for security purposes on properties
located at 50, 98 and 110 Curmer Avenue. Project approval shall substantially
comply with plans and material color board as submitted by the applicant, except
as modified by the conditions of approval herein.
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Development Schedule: Applicant shall begin construction within one (1) year of
final approval of this application.
Building Design: Approval of the building design is granted as represented on the
elevations submitted by the applicant. Modifications to' the conceptual floor plans
shall not affect exterior changes to the approved buildirig design.
Landscaping: Applicant shall revise the conceptual landscaping plans to
incorporate the following:
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Replacement of the twelve (12) 36" box Ornamental Pear trees proposed at
the rear of the site with 36" box evergreen trees of a type which can provide
more substantial screening for the adjacent residential properties. The type of
tree selected shall be reviewed and require approval by the Community
Development Director.
Installation of six (6) 36" box street trees within the front yard setback to
provide shading over the new sidewalk to be constructed along Curmer
Avenue. The type of trees selected shall be reviewed and require approval by.
the Community Development Director.
Standard Street Improvements: Prior to issuance of any building permits for the
site, the applicant shall prepare plans, pay fees, sign an agreement, post securities,
and provide insurance to obtain an encroachment permit to construct public street
improvements on Curtner Avenue, as required by the City Engineer. All
construction shall be in accordance with the City of Campbell's Standard
Specifications and Details. Public Street Improvement plans shall be prepared by
a registered Civil Engineer licensed in the State of California, and shall include the
following:
a. Driveway approaches: Removal of the existing curb, gutter and sidewalk as
needed to construct two new driveway approaches.
Sidewalk: Construction of new sidewalk along parcels 31 and 32 to conform
with the existing sidewalk along parcel 30. Repair existing sidewalk as
determined by the City Engineer.
c. Street Trees: Installation of street trees behind sidewalk at 40 feet on center,
including irrigation facilities.
d. Street Lights: Installation of street lights, as needed, to conform to the city of"
Campbell's Street Lighting Policy.
Traffic Control' Improvements: Removal of existing traffic striping, slurry
sealing of pavement, and installation of new traffic striping and related traffic
control improvements, as needed, to create two traVel lanes and a continuous
left turn lane (no parking) from about 150 feet no/th of the northerly property
line thence southerly to Camden.
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Transition Improvements: Removal and replacement of about 70 feet of curb
and gutter northerly of the northern property line as needed to construct a
transition from a 20 foot off-set from centerline to a 30 foot off-set.
Transition shall commence at the northerly property line of Parcel 32 and
terminate approximately at the southerly end of the existing concrete
driveway approach for APN 414-01-033.
Utilities Boxes: Relocation of all utility boxes to back of walk.
Water Meter & Sewer Clean Out: Relocation of eXisting placement of new
water meters and sewer clean outs behind the property line.
Grading and Drainage Plans: Prior to issuance of any building permits for the site,
the applicant shall conduct hydrology studies, as necessary, prepare grading and
drainage plans, and pay fees required to obtain necessary grading permits from the
Building Division. All storm runoff shall be collected on site and conveyed under
the sidewalk to the street gutter. The drainage study shall be based upon a 1 O-year
frequency storm.
Storm Drain Area Fee: Prior to issuance of any building permits for the site; the
applicant shall pay the required storm drainage area fee of $2,500 per acre for
assessor's parcels 30 and 31.
Tentative Parcel Map: Applicant shall submit a tentative parcel map, for approval
by the City, to merge assessor's parcels 30, 31 and 32 into one parcel. Prior to
issuance of any building permits for the site, the applicant shall prepare and submit
a final parcel map for approval by the City Engineer and recordation. A current
preliminary title report must be provided. Monumentation security must be
provided guaranteeing the cost of setting all monuments, as shown on the map. The
current fee for the tentative parcel may is $2,150 and the current final parcel map
fee is $1,085 ($1,060 plus $25 per parcel created).
Right-of-way: Prior to issuance of any building permits for the site, the applicant
shall submit an' application for the City to vacate excess public street right-of-way,
as needed, to create 60' of public right-of-way adjacent to assessor's parcel 30.
Dedication to provide 60'of public right-of-way adjacent to assessor's parcels 30,
31 and 32 is required. Based on the information provided by the applicant, 60' of
right-of-way exists adjacent to assessor's parcels 31 and 32. The current fee is
$550. Applicant shall prepare all documents necessary for vacation purposes.
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10. Completion of Public Street Improvements: Prior to issuance of occupancy for the
site, all public street improvements, as required by the encroachment permit, must
be completed and accepted by the City Engineer and the applicant must provide the
one-year maintenance security.
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Under~ound Utilities: Ail new on-site utilities shall be installed underground per
Section 20.36.150 of the Campbell Municipal Code. The existing power poles in
the public fight-of-way adjacent to the site shall be removed and the distribution.
and service facilities shall be placed underground. Applicant shall comply with all
plan submittals permitting, and fee requirements for the serving utility company.
Applicant shall submit a Utility Coordination Plan and Schedule for approval by the
City Engineer for installation of all utilities. The plan shall minimize the damage to
all public facilities, including utilities off site serving this site, and on-site ,
consistent with the codes.
Storm Water Management: Comply with California Storm Water Best
Management Practices Handbook, prepared by Storm Water Quality Task Force,
Santa Clara Valley Water District.
Building Division Requirements: Applicant shall comply with all Building Code
requirements, obtain necessary permits as determined by the Building Division and
additionally comply with the following:
For S-l/R-3 Occupancies, Type II-N Construction, the basic total allowable
square footage = 67,000 square feet, given a maximum of 33,600 square feet
per floor (UBC 505.3, 504.2).
b. A maximum of two (2) stories is allowed, unless the building is sprinklered.
If the building is sprinklered, one (1) additional story may be allowed.
Automatic sprinklers are required when there is less than 20 sq. f. of
openings in 50 linear feet of exterior wall. (Note: If less than 20 sq. ft. of
openings, area and height increases might not be allowed in addition to
satisfaction of this requirement). UBC 904.2.2.
d. One (1) hour fire resistive construction required if exterior if exterior wall is
less than twenty (20) feet from (assumed) property line. UBC T-3B.
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e. One (1) hour occupancy separation required between walls, floor and ceiling
of R-3 and all parts of S-1 occupancy. UBC T-3B.
f. Maximum allowable square footage for a Type II-1Hr building is 100,800
square feet (50,400 sq. f. per floor).
Central Fire Protection District Requirements: Applicant shall obtain any permits
and/or approvals as determined necessary by the Central Fire Protection District
prior to the issuance of any building permits for the' site and shall additionally'
comply with the following:
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The required fire flow is 5,550 GPM at 20 psi. residual pressure. This
required fire flow is not available from area fire hydrant(s) which are spaced
at the required spacing. This is based on a Type V-One Hour Construction
building. The applicant shall be required to meet the required fire flow as
deemed necessary by the Central Fire Protection District prior to issuance of
any building permits for the subject site.
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Buildings requiring a fire flow in excess of 2,000 GPM shall be equipped
throughout with an approved automatic fire sprinkler system. The fire
sprinkler systems shall conform to the National Fire Protection Standard
#13, 1994 Edition, without the use of exceptions.
The required fire flow may be reduced up to 50% in buildings equipped
with automatic fire sprinkler systems, but can be no less than 1500 GPM.
Therefore, the final required fire flow is 2,750 GPM at 20 psi. residual
pressure. This flow may be taken from the two closest public fire hydrants
so long as they are spaced at a maximum spacing of 250 feet.
d. Provide access roadways with a paved all weather surface and a minimum
width of 20 feet, vertical clearance of 13 feet 6 inches, minimum circulating
mining radius of 42 feet outside and 27 feet inside, and a maximum slope of
15%. Installations shall conform with Fire District Standard Details and
Specifications A-1.
e. Provide two (2) private fire hydrants at locations to be determined jointly by
the Central Fire District. Maximum hydrant spacing shall be 250 feet and
the minimum single flow hydrant shall be 1500 GPM at 20 psi. residual
pressure.
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Plans for fire apparatus access roads and fire hydrant systems shall be
submitted to the Fire District for review and approval pr/or to construction.
Permits are required for the installation of all Private Water Supply, Tank
and Hydrant Systems and must be issued to contractors prior to the start of
installation of such systems.
Required fire hydrant(s) and paved all weather surface roadway installations
shall be in place and accepted by the Fire District prior to the start of
combustible fi.ming. Bulk construction materials shall not be delivered to'
the site until the hydrants and roadways have been accepted by the Fire
District. Clearance for building permits will not be given until such time as
this requirement is addressed by the developer.
When open, gates shall not obstruct any portion of the required access
roadway or driveway width. If provided, all locks shall be Fire District
approved. Installations shall conform with Fire District Standard Details
and Specifications G-1.
Provide marking for all roadways within the project. Markings shall be (1)
by Fire District approved signs, (2) outlining the area in red, with the words
"FIRE LANE" in a contrasting color, or (3) by a red curb with the letters
"FIRE LANE" marked along the curb at a maximum of 25 foot intervals.
Installation shall also conform to the Local Government Standards.
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The building appears to be over the allowable area. Provide calculations to
show allowable area or show details where Area Separation Walls will be
placed.
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Demolition Permit: Applicant is required to obtain a demolition permit,, subject to
review and approval by the Building Official, prior to the demolition of any
structures on site.
16.
Parking and Driveways: . All parking and driveways shall be developed in
accordance with Chapter 21.50 of the Campbell Municipal Code, including
parking modifications as approved by the City.
17.
Americans With Disabilities Act: Ail improvements shall conform to the
requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act.
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Lighting: Any lighting for use within the site shall be so arranged and shielded so
that light will be reflected away from the adjacent residential properties, and so
that there will be no glare which will cause unreasonable annoyance to occupants
to properties in such residential neighborhoods or otherwise interfere with the
public health, safety and/or welfare of the adjacent residents.
Hours of Operation: The hours of operation for the office shall be limited to the
hours of 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., 7 days a weeks. The general hours of operation
for customer access to the facility shall be limited to the hours of 7:00 a.m. to 9:00
p.m., 7 days a week. Access into the facility outside of the general hours of
operation shall be permitted by appointment only and shall not produce any noise
which would unreasonably interfere with the compatible use and enjoyment of the
residential properties in the vicinity. The manager of the facility shall be available
to respond to any complaints from those properties.
Signage: A sign application shall be submitted to the Community Development
Department in accordance with the provisions of the Sign Ordinance. No sign
shall be permitted until the application is approved and a permit is issued.
Screening: The applicant shall provide screening along all property lines of the
project site adjacent to residential properties in the form of a masonry wall not less
than six (6) feet in height.
Truck Maneuvering: The applicant shall demonstrate on plans prior to issuance of
building permits that trucks can adequately maneuver into and out of the truck
parking spaces designated along the northeast comer of the building. If the
applicant is not able to demonstrate adequate truck maneuvering from these
parking spaces, the applicant shall replace these truck parking spaces with a
landscaped planter.
Final Landscape Plans: Final landscape and irrigation plans, including planting
details, shall be submitted for review and approval by the Community
Development Director prior to issuance of building permits.
Fencing Plan: The applicant shall submit a fencing plan indicating the location,
height and details of any fences, walls and gates propo§ed for the project site. The
fencing plan shall be submitted for review and approval by the Community
Development Director prior to issuance of building permits.
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25. Trash Enclosure: Trash containers of a size and quantity necessary to serve the
proposed project shall be located in areas approved by the Central Fire District.
Unless otherwise noted, enclosures shall consist of a concrete floor sun'ounded by
a solid wall or fence and have self-closing doors of a size specified by the Central
Fire District. All enclosures are to be constructed at grade level and have a level
area adjacent to the trash enclosure area to service these containers.
26.
Outdoor Storage: No outdoor storage shall be permitted within the project site.
All fire access lanes are to be kept free and clear of any storage and/or debris at all
times.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 28t~ day of January, 1997, by the following roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
Commissioners:
Commissioners:
Commissioners:
Commissioners:
Alne, Gibbons, Jones, Kearns, Lindstrom, Lowe
None
Meyer-Kennedy
None
ATTEST:
APPROVED:
-'Susan A. Kearns,~Ch~
October 26, 1998
STORAGE USA®
Ms. Aki Irani
City of Campbell
70 North First Street
Campbell, CA. 95008
Via Facsimile
Re.'
Storage USA Project P518, 50'Cu~ner Avenue, CmmI:bell, CA.
Neighbor Written Support Fence Variance
Dear Aki:
I wanted to respond to your voice mail message that you left me on October 22, 1998. When it
was suggested at our Site and Architectural Review Committee Meeting on October 13, 1998,
that we attempt to get the written support of our rear neighbors, I commented at the time that we
cannot guarantee anything other than our best effort in obtaining neighbor written support.
To date, we have written letters to each of the property owners (four in total). We have gotten
written support of two property owners representing three of the five parcels. We have spoken to
a third property owner which gave his verbal support. We anticipate receiving written support
by the property owner by the time of our meeting of October 27, 1998. The fourth property
owner, Betty and Bobby Landrum, we have written, and left notes at their property. We also
have attempted to contact them through their fellow neighbors. To date, our attempts to make
contact with the Landmm's has been unsuccessful.
As I hope you agree through our actions we have done all we can do to attempt to get written
support of our rear neighbors, which is what we committed to do. Of the three neighbors we
have made contact with, we anticipate that they will be at the public hearing to :;how their
support for our project and the variance related for the wooden/removable fence.
Very truly yours,
Storage USA
George Getgen
Vice President, Western Division
CC: Garth Pickett, Esq.
P518/10269801.doc
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PLANNING DEPT.
39 CALIFORNIA AVENUE, SUITE 208, PLEASANTON, CA 94566
(925) 417-5580 · FAX (925) 417-5582
October 19, 1998
Garth Pickett
Hopkins & Carley
2 West Santa Clara Street
Sixth Floor
San Jose, CA 95113
.o~'CA4i~
CITY OF CAMPBELL
City Attorney's Office
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PLEASE RESPOND TO:
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Suite A
Los Gatos, CA 950~0
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FnX 408.~99.7767
Re: Storage USA
Dear Garth:
I was surprised to say the least when I read your letter of October 14, 1998. Contrary to your
letter, I specifically told you in more than one conversation that no right to a hearing under
Government Code Section 66436 had arisen, because the City had not made a determination that the
"development of the property.., will not unreasonably interfere with the free and complete exercise
of the...public utility right-of-way or easement." Your apparent memory lapse on this point only
serves to confirm the suspicion (that I voiced in early correspondence) that I unfortunately cannot
trust your recollection.
Although I have enjoyed our conversations, it is now abundantly clear that you are a much
better talker than listener. I must therefore insist that all communications between us be handled in
writing.
In the meantime, my position is unchanged. I would also point out that even if the procedure
of Section 66436(a)(A)(v) were applicable, it would not obviate the need to obtain the variance or
modify the Site Approval.
If you have any questions, please put them in writing.
CCi
Steve Piasecki
Sharon Fierro
Aki Irani
Harold Housley
Sincerely,
William R. Seligrnann
City Attorney of Campbell
70 North First Street · Campbell, California 95008.1423 · TEL 408.866.2129 · FAX 408.374.6889 - TDD 408.866.2790
CITY OF CAMPBELL
Community Development Department - Current Planning
October 16, 1998
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING AND NEGATIVE DECLARATION
Notice is hereby given that the Planning Commission of the City of Campbell has set the time of 7:30
p.m., or shortly thereafter, on Tuesday, October 27, 1998, in the City Hall Council Chambers, 70
North First Street, Campbell, California, for a Public Heating to consider the application of Storage
USA for approval of a Variance (V 98-04) and Modification (M 98-14) to a previously-approved Site
and Architectural Permit (S 96-16) to allow a wooden fence in lieu of a masonry wall at the property
line from any adjacent residentially zoned properties as required by the M-1-S (Light Industrial)
Zoning Ordinance on property located at 50-110 Curtner Avenue in an M-1-S (Light Industrial)
Zoning District. A Negative Declaration was previously approved for this project.
Interested persons may appear and be heard at this hearing. Please be advised that if you challenge the
nature of the above project in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone
else raised at the Public Hearing described in this Notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the
City of Campbell Planning Commission at, or prior to, the Public Heating. Questions may be
addressed to the Community Development Department at (408) 866-2140.
Decisions of the Planning Commission may be appealed to the City Council. Appeals must be
submitted to the City Clerk in writing within 10 calendar days of an action by the Commission.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, listening assistive devices are available for all
meetings held in the Council Chambers. If you require accommodation, please contact the Community
Development Department at (408) 866-2140, at least one week in advance of the meeting.
PLANNING COMMISSION
CITY OF CAMPBELL
STEVE PIASECKI
SECRETARY
PLEASE NOTE:
When calling about this Notice,
please refer to File No. V 98-04/M 98-14
Address: 50-110 Curtner Avenue
70 North First Street · Campbell, California 95OO8.1423 · TEL 408.866.2140 · VaX 408.866.8381 · TDD 408.866.2790
09×50×98 20:59 STORAGE~USA~PLEASANTON
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USA'
VIA FAX and OVERNIGHT MAIL
Sharon F~O
Sen{or Planner
City of Campbell
70 North First Street
Campt~l, CA 95O08
RE: Storage USA, Curther Ave. Joint meeting with Santa Clare Valley Water District a~ City of CamlYaell
Dear Ms. Fierm:
Thanl< you for your time yesterday in r~viewing solutions to the objection placed by San~ Clare Valley Water
Di$1l'ict (SCVWD) to out final parcel map. The purpose of my letter is to reca~ my undersl~ndings from our
meeting yesterday.
The following was discussed:
The tinclings of Storage USA civil engineenng f~asil3'lity study which reviewed the suggested alternative by
I~e SCVWD to mmul~ ~ ~ 36 incfl pipe 5 f~t on to our prope~'. This solution does not seem to be
i:~ac-l~cal given ~ fact that tO minimize energy losses ~ I~-ansilions for this pipe would have to commence
100 feet on each side of our neighbors propertieS. These b-ansitJons bring the pipe extmmety close tO
existing building foundalX~s.
· We dis~ss~ sbweral solulJon$ for a GantJJever fence suppo~¢l by pei~s and steel columns that would
provide a removable pane#zed few~e at the property line. This solution would wo~ ~ our current grading
drawing and the proposed grades. This plan would also wo~ wi~ the existing landscaping, The details that
were provided were prel3ared by a Ik;ensed slructurel engineer along with a letter under his signalum
outlining how the folJndations ~ this fence can be designed tO transfer no toads on to tt~ SCVWD exisljng
pipe
· We discussed the provisions of the map act and the fact ~ ~e reason for our meeting and subsequent
public meelings was tO msalve the objeclJon placed ~ our final parcel map by SCVWD. We further
discussed the specifics in the Map Act for response lime and scope of su~ public meetings.
· The planning department suplx~ in ~ the ideas that we presentsd regarding a fence at ~ prape~
line. The planning department will review the various types of fence details we lelt and give us dimclion as
soon as possible on ~ design they feet is most comg~ble ~ our development and the existing
properties. These designs included wooden fence combination, combination of wooden and stucco fences,
> Present v~nance al3glicalion by ~ USA this week, and suppor'dng exhibits no later tl~n, Monday,
~r5, 1998_
~, Present variarme requests site architectural review board on October 13, 1998,
> Present variar.;e f~r ferme at planning meeting on ~ 2?, lgg8.
39 CAUFORNIA AVENUE, SUITE 208, PLEASANTON, CA 94566
(925) 417-5580 · FAX (925) 417-5582
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Concument to I:,~:~ssing variance the linal I~arcel map will be set fo~ city counsel administrative
approval for November 17, 1998.
· It was pointed out the timeframe that these proposed mee§ngs are outside the timef~mes defined by the
Map Act in section 66436.a.3.A.v.
· It was also (liscussed that Storage USA will pumue the variance through the Planning Commission pa' the
c~y's request to resolve this objeclbn by the $CVWD. we had reservation fiat this was not the I~'oper body.
Our at~mey Garth Picket, will address this s~parate~y, by letter with the City Attorney.
· In addition to the objection placed by SCVWO regarding our required mason/f~nce, we also discussed
the i~uing of grading plan for our project You acknowledge ~ you were the person that had stopl:~l the
g~:ling perm~ We gave you am masons why we fe~t that the permit should be issued. You said that you
wOuld discuss this fur~er wi~ the Cit)t Attorney and make a final decision slx3~y rega~iing the release of
~ grading permit.
· We also discussed the need to get a response from the city regarding proposed scope of our underground
elect~cal ulJlilJes for the pmje~. You promised you would discuss this with Public Works to see if that can
be released as soon as possible, since it has a potential bea~ng on the processing of our §hal pancel map.
Should any of this re-cap d~' from your understanding from our meeting yesterday, I would apprer, iate your
written cleri?.;a~on$ as soon as possible. Again. thank you for the meeting, I look ronsard to working ~ you
on our welt variance.
~eo~e Ge~n
V'me President, Westem Division
CC:
Doug Chamberlain
Garth Pickett
Bob Zimmerman
CITY OF CAMPBELL
Community Development Department · Current Planning
Mr. Vincent Stephens
Associate Engineer
Community Projects Review Unit
Santa Clara Valley Water District
5750 Almaden Expressway
San Jose, CA 95118-3686
October 13, 1998
Proposed wooden fence along the east property line of 50-110Curmer Avenue (Site of
the proposed Storage USA mini-storage development)
Dear Mr. Stephens:
Please find enclosed a copy of the plans submitted by Storage USA for the Variance application (M 98-
04) and the Modification application (M 98-14) to the previously-approved Site and Architectural
Review Permit for an 8-foot high wooden fence with removable panels in lieu of a masonry wall to be
constructed along the eastern (rear) property line of the subject property located at 50-110 Curmer
Avenue. The applications with enclosed plans have been submitted to comply with the Santa Clara
Valley Water District's requirement to offset the supports for the wooden fence a minimum of 18-inches
away from the exterior diameter of the 36-inch diameter underground water pipeline and with the City's
M-1-S (Light Industrial) zoning district requirements to provide screening along adjacent residentially
zoned properties.
The applications by Storage USA to request the construction of a wooden fence in lieu of the masonry
wall will be considered at a public hearing at the October 27, 1998 Planning Commission meeting. A
public hearing notice notifying you of this meeting will be sent to you at the end of this week.
Should you have any questions regarding the above-referenced matter or need additional information,
please do not hesitate to contact me at the Community Development Department at (408) 866-2142.
Sincerely,
Aid R. Irani
Planner I
cc:
Sharon Fierro, Senior Planner
George Getgen, Storage USA
File
70 North First Street - Campbell, California 95008.1423 · 'r~L 408.866.2140 · F^X 408.866.8381 · TDD 408.866.2790
CITY OF CAMPBELL
Community Development Department · Current Planning
Watie and Virginia Anthney
1057 Shamrock Drive
Campbell, CA 95008
October 12, 1998
Proposed wooden fence along the east property line of 50-110 Curtner Avenue (Site of
the proposed Storage USA mini-storage development)
Dear Watie and Virginia Anthney:
Earlier this year, the City granted approval to Storage USA to allow the development of a
mini-storage facility on property located at 50, 98 and 110 Curtner Avenue, which is adjacent
to your property located on Shamrock Drive. Since that approval, Storage USA has been
seeking permit approvals to begin construction of its project. Upon review of the construction
plans for the project, the City was notified by Storage USA and the Santa Clara Valley Water
District that a 36-inch diameter water pipeline currently exists on or near your property line.
This pipeline is in close proximity to the eastern property line of the Storage USA development
site and the western (rear) property line of your property.
Due to the close proximity of the pipeline to the property line, Storage USA is not permitted to
construct a masonry wall along this property line and is, therefore, not able to fulfill a
condition of approval of its project. Under the City's M-1-S (Light Industrial) zoning district
requirements, a minimum 6-foot high masonry wall is to be constructed on property lines
adjacent to any residentially zoned properties. Consequently, Storage USA is not able to obtain
further approvals to begin construction of their project until this issue is resolved.
As a means to correct this situation, Storage USA is proposing to install a minimum 8-foot
high wooden fence along the eastern property line of the project (and along your rear (western)
property line) in lieu of the masonry wall. The proposed fence appears like a "good neighbor"
type of fence and will be constructed of vertical fence boards. This proposal will require
approval of a Variance application (V 98-04) from the M-1-S (Light Industrial) zoning district
requirements and a Modification (M 98-14) of the approved Site and Architectural Review
Permit.
At this time, please find enclosed a copy of the plans submitted by Storage USA for the
proposed wooden fence. The proposed wooden fence will have removable panels to allow the
Santa Clara Valley Water District access to its pipeline when in need of repair and/or
maintenance.
70 North First Street · Campbell, California 95OO8.1423 · TEL 408.866.2140 · FnX 408.866.8381 · TDD 408.866.2790
Storage USA - 50-110 Curtner Avenue
Page 2
The applications by Storage USA to request the construction of a wooden fence in lieu of the
masonry wall will be considered at a public hearing at the October 27, 1998 Planning
Commission meeting. A public hearing notice notifying you of this meeting will be sent to
you at the end of this week.
Should you have any questions regarding the above-referenced matter or need additional
information, please do not hesitate to contact me at the Community Development Department
at (408) 866-2142.
Sincerely,
Aki R. Irani
Planner I
CC:
Sharon Fierro, Senior Planner
George Getgen, Storage USA
File
CITY OF CAMPBELL
Community Development Department · Current Planning
Betty and Bobby Landrum
1061 Shamrock Drive
Campbell, CA 95008
October 12, 1998
Proposed wooden fence along the east property line of 50-110 Curtner Avenue (Site of
the proposed Storage USA mini-storage development)
Dear Betty and Bobby Landrum:
Earlier this year, the City granted approval to Storage USA to allow the development of a
mini-storage facility on property located at 50, 98 and 110 Curtner Avenue, which is adjacent
to your property located on Shamrock Drive. Since that approval, Storage USA has been
seeking permit approvals to begin construction of its project. Upon review of the construction
plans for the project, the City was notified by Storage USA and the Santa Clara Valley Water
District that a 36-inch diameter water pipeline currently exists on or near your property line.
This pipeline is in close proximity to the eastern property line of the Storage USA development
site and the western (rear) property line of your property.
Due to the close proximity of the pipeline to the property line, Storage USA is not permitted to
construct a masonry wall along this property line and is, therefore, not able to fulfill a
condition of approval of its project. Under the City's M-1-S (Light Industrial) zoning district
requirements, a minimum 6-foot high masonry wall is to be constructed on property lines
adjacent to any residentially zoned properties. Consequently, Storage USA is not able to obtain
further approvals to begin construction of their project until this issue is resolved.
As a means to correct this situation, Storage USA is proposing to install a minimum 8-foot
high wooden fence along the eastern property line of the project (and along your rear (western)
property line) in lieu of the masonry wall. The proposed fence appears like a "good neighbor"
type of fence and will be constructed of vertical fence boards. This proposal will require
approval of a Variance application (V 98-04) from the M-1-S (Light Industrial) zoning district
requirements and a Modification (M 98-14) of the approved Site and Architectural Review
Permit.
At this time, please find enclosed a copy of the plans submitted by Storage USA for the
proposed wooden fence. The proposed wooden fence will have removable panels to allow the
Santa Clara Valley Water District access to its pipeline when in need of repair and/or
maintenance.
70 North First Street · Campbell, California 95008.1423 · TEL 408.866.2140 · FaX 408.866.8381 · TDD 408.866.2790
Storage USA - 50-110 Curtner Avenue
Page 2
The applications by Storage USA to request the construction of a wooden fence in lieu of the
masonry wall will be considered at a public hearing at the October 27, 1998 Planning
Commission meeting. A public hearing notice notifying you of this meeting will be sent to
you at the end of this week.
Should you have any questions regarding the above-referenced matter 6r need additional
information, please do not hesitate to contact me at the Community Development Department
at (408) 866-2142.
Sincerely,
Aki R. Irani
Planner I
CC:
Sharon Fierro, Senior Planner
George Getgen, Storage USA
File
CITY OF CAMPBELL
Community Development Department · Current Planning
Lynnmarie and Charles Doran, Jr.
1081 Shamrock Drive
Campbell, CA 95008
October 12, 1998
Proposed wooden fence along the east property line of 50-110 Curtner Avenue (Site of
the proposed Storage USA mini-storage development), adjacent to your properties at
1081 and 1101 Shamrock Drive
Dear Lynnmarie and Charles Doran, Jr.:
Earlier this year, the City granted approval to Storage USA to allow the development of a
mini-storage facility on property located at 50, 98 and 110 Curtner Avenue, which is adjacent
to your property located on Shamrock Drive. Since that approval, Storage USA has been
seeking permit approvals to begin construction of its project. Upon review of the construction
plans for the project, the City was notified by Storage USA and the Santa Clara Valley Water
District that a 36-inch diameter water pipeline currently exists on or near your property line.
This pipeline is in close proximity to the eastern property line of the Storage USA development
site and the western (rear) property line of your property.
Due to the close proximity of the pipeline to the property line, Storage USA is not permitted to
construct a masonry wall along this property line and is, therefore, not able to fulfill a
condition of approval of its project. Under the City's M-1-S (Light Industrial) zoning district
requirements, a minimum 6-foot high masonry wall is to be constructed on property lines
adjacent to any residentially zoned properties. Consequently, Storage USA is not able to obtain
further approvals to begin construction of their project until this issue is resolved.
As a means to correct this situation, Storage USA is proposing to install a minimum 8-foot
high wooden fence along the eastern property line of the project (and along your rear (western)
property line) in lieu of the masonry wall. The proposed fence appears like a "good neighbor"
type of fence and will be constructed of vertical fence boards. This proposal will require
approval of a Variance application (V 98-04) from the M-1-S (Light Industrial) zoning district
requirements and a Modification (M 98-14) of the approved Site and Architectural Review
Permit.
At this time, please find enclosed a copy of the plans submitted by Storage USA for the
proposed wooden fence. The proposed wooden fence will have removable panels to allow the
Santa Clara Valley Water District access to its pipeline when in need of repair and/or
maintenance.
70 North First Street · Campbell, California 95OO8.1423 · TEL 408.866.2140 · F^X 408.866.8381 · TDD 408.866.2790
Storage USA - 50-110 Curtner Avenue
Page 2
The applications by Storage USA to request the construction of a wooden fence in lieu of the
masonry wall will be considered at a public hearing at the October 27, 1998 Planning
Commission meeting. A public hearing notice notifying you of this meeting will be sent to
you at the end of this week.
Should you have any questions regarding the above-referenced matter or need additional
information, please do not hesitate to contact me at the Community Development Department
at (408) 866-2142.
Sincerely,
Aki R. Irani
Planner I
CC:
Sharon Fierro, Senior Planner
George Getgen, Storage USA
File
CITY OF CAMPBELL
Community Development Department · Current Planning
Richard W. Bothman Trustee
Bothman Family Trust
2330 Montezuma Drive
Campbell, CA 95008
October 12, 1998
Proposed wooden fence along the east property line of 50-110 Curtner Avenue (Site of
the proposed Storage USA mini-storage development), adjacent to your property at
1071 Shamrock Drive
Dear Richard W. Bothman Trustee:
Earlier this year, the City granted approval to Storage USA to allow the development of a
mini-storage facility on property located at 50, 98 and 110 Curtner Avenue, which is adjacent
to your property located on Shamrock Drive. Since that approval, Storage USA has been
seeking permit approvals to begin construction of its project. Upon review of the construction
plans for the project, the City was notified by Storage USA and the Santa Clara Valley Water
District that a 36-inch diameter water pipeline currently exists on or near your property line.
This pipeline is in close proximity to the eastern property line of the Storage USA development
site and the western (rear) property line of your property.
Due to the close proximity of the pipeline to the property line, Storage USA is not permitted to
construct a masonry wall along this property line and is, therefore, not able to fulfill a
condition of approval of its project. Under the City's M-1-S (Light Industrial) zoning district
requirements, a minimum 6-foot high masonry wall is to be constructed on property lines
adjacent to any residentially zoned properties. Consequently, Storage USA is not able to obtain
further approvals to begin construction of their project until this issue is resolved.
As a means to correct this situation, Storage USA is proposing to install a minimum 8-foot
high wooden fence along the eastern property line of the project (and along your rear (western)
property line) in lieu of the masonry wall. The proposed fence appears like a "good neighbor"
type of fence and will be constructed of vertical fence boards. This proposal will require
approval of a Variance application (V 98-04) from the M-1-S (Light Industrial) zoning district
requirements and a Modification (M 98-14) of the approved Site and Architectural Review
Permit.
At this time, please find enclosed a copy of the plans submitted by Storage USA for the
proposed wooden fence. The proposed wooden fence will have removable panels to allow the
Santa Clara Valley Water District access to its pipeline when in need of repair and/or
maintenance.
70 North First Street · Campbell, California 95008.1423 - TEL 408.866.2140 · FnX 408.866.8381 · TDD 408.866.2790
Storage USA - 50-110 Curtner Avenue
Page 2
The applications by Storage USA to request the construction of a wooden fence in lieu of the
masonry wall will be considered at a public hearing at the October 27, 1998 Planning
Commission meeting. A public hearing notice notifying you of this meeting will be sent to
you at the end of this week.
Should you have any questions regarding the above-referenced matter or need additional
information, please do not hesitate to contact me at the Community Development Department
at (408) 866-2142.
Sincerely,
Aki R. Irani
Planner I
CC:
Sharon Fierro, Senior Planner
George Getgen, Storage USA
File
CITY OF CAMPBELL
Community Development Department · Current Planning
October 7, 1998
Re: V 98-04/M 98-14 - 50-110 Curtner Avenue - Storage USA
Dear Applicant:
Please be advised that the above-referenced application has been scheduled for the following
meeting(s):
Site and Architectural Review Committee Meeting
Date: Tuesday, October 13, 1998
Time: 5:30 p.m.
Location: Doetsch Conference Room, City Hall, 70 N. First Street, Campbell
Planning Commission Meeting
Date: Tuesday, October 27, 1998
Time: 7:30 p.m.
Location: City Hall Council Chambers, 70 N. First Street, Campbell
Should you have any questions or comments, please do not hesitate to contact me at (408) 866-
2140.
Sincerely,
Aki kani
Planner I
CCi
Storage USA (Applicant)
39 California Street
Pleasanton, CA 94566
70 North First Street · Campbell, California 95OO8.14~13 · TEL 408.866.:2140 · FAX 408.866.8381 · TDD 408.866.~2790
City of Campbell -- Community Development Department
70 N. First Street~ Campbell~ CA 95008
MEMORANDUM
To: William Seligmann Date: October 7, 1998
City Attorney
From: Aki R. Irani ~.').~.· ' '~
Planner I
Subject:
CC:
Storage USA (50-110 Curtner Avenue) - Santa Clara Valley Water District response to fencing issues
Steve Piasecki, Community Development Director
Sharon Fierro, Senior Planner
Michelle Quinney, City Engineer
Bill Helms, Environmental Programs Manager
Harold Housley, Land Development Engineer
File
On Tuesday, October 6, 1998, I spoke to Vincent Stephens, of Santa Clara Valley Water District, to discuss the Water
District's determination of the conceptual fence proposal for the Storage USA site (50-110 Curtner Avenue) which was
submitted to the City for review during our meeting last Tuesday, September 29, 1998 with the Water District and Storage
USA's representatives. Mr. Stephens said that the Water District is supportive of the conceptual fence plans and that a
wooden "good neighbor" fence with removable panels is more preferable than a fence with wood on one side and stucco or
metal on the other side. Mr. Stephens said that the supports and footings for the fence should be located a minimum of 18
inches away from the outside diameter of the 36-inch underground pipeline and that details of the proposed fence
construction should be submitted to the Water District for review and formal approval of the fence. Mr. Stephens indicated
that he will submit a fax to me which indicates support of the conceptual fence proposal.
With respect to the objection filed by the Water District to the final parcel map approval, Mr. Stephens indicated that there
is an additional issue which needs to be resolved in addition to the fence issue. The Water District will not rescind its
objection to the final parcel map approval for the project until an easement is recorded in favor of the Water District around
the pipeline. Mr. Stephens said that even if the Variance and Modification applications are approved by the Planning
Commission to resolve the fence issue, the Water District will not be supportive of release of grading permits and will not
rescind the objection to the final parcel map until the easement is recorded.
To date, Mr. Stephens said that Storage USA has made no good faith efforts to show that they will be recording an easement
on the property for the Water District. They have not submitted any final grading plans and final parcel map which show
this easement. Mr. Stephens said that he has submitted written correspondence to Storage LISA notifying them of the
outstanding issues to be resolved prior to the Water District's approval of the final parcel map and that these issues have
been outstanding for several months.
I have also spoken to Sharon Fierro, Senior Planner, regarding the Planning Div. ision's position on the release of grading
permits. The Planning Division will not release grading permits until the Planning Commission approvals are finalized for
the Variance and Modification (to the Site and Arch Permit) applications.
Please let me know if you need any additional information and/or clarification of the above-referenced matter. I can be
reached at x2142.
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STORAGE USA'
October 1, 199g
VIA FAX and OVI~RNIGHT MAIL
Aki Irani
Planner One
City of Campbell
70 North First Street
Campbell, CA. 95008
RE: Variance Fence Exhibits Proposed Storage USA, Curtner Ave., Campbell, CA
Dear Ms. Irani:
As follow up to our phone conversation today Storage USA will hold offpreparing the exhibits
for our upcoming October 13, 1998 Sight Architectural Review and subsequent October 27,
1998 Planning Commission meeting review of our requested fence modifications. Once you can
provide input to which of the proposed fence sketches (presented at our meeting on September
29, 1998), we will require three working days for our consultants to produce the appropriate
exhibits for these reference mc~tingdhcarings. Today you r~lcnsed Storage USA from thc
previous deadline/commitmem of providing these exhibits to you by Monday, October 5, 1998.
Sincerely,
George Gctgen
Vice President, Western Division
My Docum~n~XP518Xi00tga0 t.do~
CC: Shmon Fierro
Garth Picket
39 CALIFORNIA AVENUE, SUITE 208, PLEASANTON, CA 94506
(g25} 417-5580 * FAX (925) 417-5582
STORAGE USA®
October 1, 1998
Aki Irani
Planner One
City of Campbell
70 North First Street
Campbell, CA. 95008
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Variance Fence Exhibits Proposed Storage USA, Curtner Ave., Campbell, CA
Dear Ms. Irani:
As fbllow up to our phone conve, saiion today Storage USA will hold off prepm-ing fi~e e:-d~ibits
for our upcoming October 13, 1998 Sight Architectural Review and subsequent October 27,
1998 Planning Commission meeting review of our requested fence modifications. Once you can
provide input to which of the proposed fence sketches (presented at our meeting on September
29, 1998), we will require three working days for our consultants to produce the appropriate
exhibits for these reference meetings/hearings. Today you released Storage USA from the
previous deadline/commitment of providing these exhibits to you by Monday, October 5, 1998.
Sincerely,
George Getgen
Vice President, Western Division
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Garth Picket
39 CALIFORNIA AVENUE, SUITE 208, PLEASANTON, CA 94566
(925) 417-5580 · FAX (925) 417-5582
STORAGE USA®
September 30, 1998
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Sharon Fierro REcEiVED
Senior Planner
City of Campbell ~
70 North First Street
Campbell, CA 95008 CiTy OF CAMp
RE: Storage USA, Curtner Ave. Joint meeting with Santa Clam Valley Water District and City of
Dear Ms. Fierro:
Thank you for your time yesterday in reviewing soiutions to the oi~jection piaceci by Santa Clara Valley Water
Distdct (SCVWD) to our final parcel map. The purpose of my letter is to recap my understandings from our
meeting yesterday.
The following was discussed:
The findings of Storage USA civil engineering feasibility study which reviewed the suggested alternative by
the SCVWD to reroute the existing 36 inch pipe 5 feet on to our property. This solution does not seem to be
practical given the fact that to minimize energy losses the transitions for this pipe would have to commence
100 feet on each side of our neighbor's properties. These transitions bring the pipe extremely close to
existing building foundations.
We discussed several solutions for a cantilever fence supported by peirs and steel columns that would
provide a removable panelized fence at the property line. This solution would work with our current grading
drawing and the proposed grades. This plan would also work with the existing landscaping. The details that
were provided were prepared by a licensed structural engineer along with a letter under his signature
outlining how the foundations for this fence can be designed to transfer no loads on to the SCVWD existing
pipe.
We discussed the provisions of the map act and the fact that the reason for our meeting and subsequent
public meetings was to resolve the objection placed to our final parcel map by SCVWD. We further
discussed the specifics in the Map Act for response time and scope of such public meetings.
The planning department supports in concept the ideas that we presented regarding a fence at the property
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soon as possible on which design they feel is most compatible with our development and the existing
properties. These designs included wooden fence combination, combination of wooden and stucco fences.
and combination metal and stucco panelized fences.
· The following time table was established:
Present vadance application by Storage USA this week, and supporting exhibits no later then, Monday,
October 5, 1998.
Present vadance requests site architectural review board on October 13, 1998.
Present vadance for fence at planning meeting on October 27, 1998.
39 CALIFORNIA AVENUE, SUITE 208, PLEASANTON, CA 94566
(925) 417-5580 · FAX (925) 417-5582
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Concurrent to processing vadance the final parcel map will be set for city counsel administrative
approval for November 17, 1998.
It was pointed out the timeframe that these proposed meetings are outside the timeframes defined by the
Map Act in section 66436.a.3.A.v.
It was also discussed that Storage USA will pursue the vadance through the Planning Commission per the
city's request to resolve this objection by the SCVVVD, we had reservation that this was not the proper body.
Our attorney Garth Picket, will address this separately, by letter with the City Attomey.
In addition to the objection placed by SCVVVD regarding our required masonry fence, we also discussed
the issuing of grading plan for our project. You acknowledge that you were the person that had stopped the
grading permit. We gave you are reasons why we felt that the permit should be issued. You said that you
would discuss this further with the City Attorney and make a final decision shortly regarding the release of
the grading permit.
We also discussed the need to get a response from the city regarding proposed scope of our underground
electrical utilities for the project. You promised you would discuss this with Public Works to see if that can
be released as soon as possible, since it has a potential beadng on the processing of our final parcel map.
Should any of this re-cap differ from your understanding from our meeting yesterday, I would appreciate your
wdtten clarifications as soon as possible. Again, thank you for the meeting, I look forward to working with you
on our wall variance.
Sincerely,
George Getgen
Vice President, Western Division
093098cityofcampbcll.doc
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Doug Chamberlain
Garth Pickett
Bob Zimmerman