PC Min 11/13/1990PLANNING COMMISSION
CITY OF CAMPBRr.L, CALIFORNIA
7:30 P.M.
CITY HALL, COUNCIL CHAMBERS
TUESDAY
November 13, 1990
MINUTES
The Planning Commission of the City of Campbell convened this day in
regular session in the City Hall Council Chambers, 70 North First
Street, Campbell, California. Due to the absence of Chairperson
Perrine, Vice Chairperson Jane Meyer-Kennedy chaired the meeting. A
quorum was present and the following proceedings were had to wit:
ROLL C;~.T.T.
Commissioners Present:
Vice Chairperson Jane Meyer-Kennedy
Commissioner Robert Dougherty
Commissioner Alana Higgins
Commissioner Mark Wilkinson
The Vice Chairperson noted that the absences of Commissioners were
excused.
Commissioners Absent:
Commissioner I. (Bud) Alne
Chairperson Jay Perrine
Commissioner David Fox
Staff Present:
Director of Planning, Steve Piasecki
Principal Planner, Phil Stafford
City Attorney, William Seligmann
Engineering Manager, Bill Helms
Recording Secretary, Karon Shaban
APPROVAL OF THE~INUTES:
The following addition was made to the minutes of the meeting of October
23, 1990:
Add the word "alternate," to page two, paragraph 5, as
follows: ". . . Mr. Bill Helms, Engineering Manager,
indicated that alternate standard street improvements along
Burrows were not cited for . . ."
M/S: Dougherty, Wilkinson
MOTION TO APPROVE THE MINUTES OF THE
PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING OF OCTOBER 23,
1990, AS ANRNDED, WAS UNANIMOUSLY APPROVED.
COMMUNICATIONS:
Planning Director Piasecki informed the Commission that communications
received were included in the Commission packets and pertain to items on
the agenda. The following item of communication was received after the
Commission packets were delivered:
Planning Commission h~nutes -2- November 13, 1990
A Letter from Jeanette Baggese, 46 Puffin Court, in opposition of
Item No. 3, Use Permit NO. 90-04, 90 East Latimer instructional
school.
AGENDA MODIFICATIONS OR POSTPONEMENTS
Vice Chairperson Meyer-Kennedy moved Item No. 3, UP 90-04 forward in
consideration of the applicant's prior commitment and time constraints.
ORAL REOUESTS
There were no oral requests.
1. Vice Chairperson
Cancellation of the Planning Commission
meeting of December 25, 1990.
M/S: Dougherty, Wilkinson
MOTION TO CANC~.THEREGULARLY SCHEDULED
PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING OF DECEMBER 25,
1990, WAS UNANIMOUSLY CANCR~.RD, DUE TO THE
CHRISTMAS HOLIDAY.
MISC~W2tNEOUS
3. UP 90-04
Hess, R.
Six-month review of the application of Mr.
Raymond Hess, for a previously approved Use Permit
to allow a non-profit vocational training school,
on property located at 90 East Latimer Avenue, in
a PF (Public Facility) Zoning District. (Planning
Commission action final, unless appealed.)
The Vice Chairperson read the application into the record.
Mr. Phil Stafford, Principal Planner, reviewed the Application and
discussed a Condition of Approval requiring the application to be
reviewed in six months. He stated that no complaints had been received
until that of Ms. Jeanette Baggese, received in the Planning Department
on November 12th. Further, he said that the Planning Department Staff
is recommending approval since Mr. Hess has indicated a willingness to
resolve these matters with the neighbors.
Mr. Raymond Hess, the Applicant, stressed his desire to work with the
neighborhood on any matter relating to the school. He stated that if
Ms. Baggese had come to him directly he would have been able to
determine who was causing the problem and that he would resolve the
matter immediately. He discussed the possibility of holding an open
house as a means toward a better understanding between the students and
the neighbors.
Commissioner Wilkinson suggested that Mr. Hess contact Ms. Baggese and
inform her to notify him directly if there is any further disturbances.
Mr. Hess indicated that he would do that.
Vice Chairperson Meyer-Kennedy asked if any complaints were received by
the Police Department and Mr. Stafford responded that none were
received.
Planning Commission Minutes -3- November 13, 1990
M/S: Wilkinson, Higgins
MOTION TO ACCEPT STAFF RECOMMENDATION TO
APPROVE THE USE PERMIT AND REQUIRE NO
ADDITIONAL REVIEWS, WAS UNANIMOUSLY
APPROVED (4-0-3, Commissioners Alne and Fox
and Chairperson Perrine being absent)·
PUBLIC HEARINGS:
M 90-19
Crawl, I. C.
Public Hearing to consider the application of
Irving C. Crawl, on behalf of Arco Products
Company, for a modification to a previously
approved Use Permit, to allow adjustment to the
hours of operation, for property located at 2015
South Winchester Boulevard, in a C-2-S (General
Commercial) Zoning District.
The Vice Chairperson read the application into the record.
Mr. Phil Stafford, Principal Planner, reviewed the Application and
discussed the Staff Report noting that the Commission previously
approved the sale of beer and wine at this location until 10:00 p.m.
The State of California, however, allows the sale of beer and wine until
2:00 a.m. He cited several similar establishments in Campbell that are
allowed to sell beer and wine until 2:00 a.m. He noted that Staff is
recommending approval of the Application.
Further, Mr. Stafford stated that the request was forwarded to Police,
Redevelopment and the Community Services Departments and responses
received were supportive of the request.
Mr. Stafford indicated that conditions were added to require the
applicant to remove signs put in place without permits, and to upgrade
the landscaping.
The Vice Chairperson declared the Public Hearing open.
speak on this item.
No one wished to
M/S: Wilkinson, Dougherty
MOTION TO CLOSE THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS
UNANIMOUSLY APPROVED.
Commissioner Dougherty stated his opposition to allowing the sale of
beer and wine at gas stations in general; however, he stated he would
support the request since other gas stations in Campbell are allowed
this type of sale. Further, he noted that he would like to see the City
review the possibility of banning the sale of beer and wine at gas
stations.
M/s:
Wilkinson, Higgins
MOTION TOAD OPT RESOLUTION NO. 2708,
APPROVING T~R MODIFICATION TO THE PREVIOUSLY
APPROVED USE PERMIT ~r~WINGTHE SALE OF
BEER AND WINE UNTIL 2:00 A.M., WAS
UNANIMOUSLY APPROVED BY THE FOLLOWING ROLL
CA?w. VOTE:
Pl~-~ning co~ission ~inu~es -4- ~ove~ber ~3, 1990
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Commissioners:
Commissioners:
commissioners:
Higgins, Dougherty, Wilkinson, Meyer
None.
Alne, Perrine and Fox
1~ 90-16
(S 90-01)
Hunter, D.
Consider the application of Mr. Deke Hunter for
approval of the landscape, lighting and pedestrian
plan for a previously approved Site and
Architectural application allowing the remodel of
the Hamilton Plaza Shopping Center, on property
located at 1650-1800 South Bascom Avenue, in a
C-2-S (General Commercial) Zoning District.
(Planning Commission action final, unless
appealed.)
Vice Chairperson Meyer-Kennedy read the Application into the record.
Planning Director Steve Piasecki presented the Staff Report and reviewed
the application noting the Commission's previous approval was dependent
upon revised architectural detail. He stated that the applicant has
provided the revised Site Plan and that Staff is recommending approval
of the application.
Commissioner Wilkinson discussed the Site and Architectural Review
Committee's review of the application stating that the Committee is
recommending approval, as redlined.
Commissioner Dougherty asked about the sidewalk and the pedestrian
entrance.
In response, Mr. Piasecki stated that the Conditions of Approval reflect
these changes and that the applicant has indicated he will resolve the
concerns relating to pedestrian crossings and walkways.
Vice Chairperson Meyer-Kennedy noted the various modifications that have
been made to this application and asked how these changes have effected
the original approval.
Mr. Piasecki noted that modifications were minor and the original
application has not been significantly altered.
M/S: Dougherty, Wilkinson
NOTION TOAPPROVEREVISEDLANDSCAPE PLAN WAS
UNANINOUSLYAPPROVED, (4-0-3 Commissioners
Fox and Alne, and Chairperson Perrine being
absent).
t~ 90-22
City Council
Referral
City Council referral update on Crockett Avenue
Neighborhood residents petition regarding Hobby
Kennel, operated by Susan Maj, on property
located at 948 Crockett Avenue, in an R-1
(Single-Family Residential) Zoning District.
Planning Commission Minutes -5- November 13, 1990
The Vice Chairperson read the application into the record.
Mr. Phil Stafford, Principal Planner presented the Staff Report noting
that Staff issued an order of non-compliance as directed by the
Commission; and, that the business operator has brought the property
into compliance by the following actions: - Removed all signs
- Dog training classes are no longer conducted on the premises
- Reduced the number of vehicles parking on the street
- Reduced the number of dogs on the premises.
He stated that Staff is recommending the Commission respond to the
Council's referral by forwarding a referral back to the Council
informing them that issues relating to the Use Permit and to the Home
Occupation Permit have been resolved, and that the business has been
brought into compliance.
Discussion between Staff and the Commission ensued relating to the Hobby
Kennel use, the operator's understanding of the use, the number of dogs
allowed in a normal household, age of an adult dog and number of litters
allowed per year.
Mr. Piasecki stated that the business is now in compliance and suggested
that the Council be notified.
M/S: Wilkinson, Dougherty
MOTION TO TRANSMIT REFERRAL TO CITY COUNCIL
INDICATING THAT ~ PROPERTY HAS BEEN
BROUGHT INTO COMPLIANCE WAS UNANIMOUSLY
APPROVED, (4-0-3, Commissioners Fox and
Alne and Chairperson Perrine being absent).
6. Schedule Study
Session
Consider scheduling of a Study Session
for Monday, November 19, 1990, to discuss the
South of Campbell Avenue Area (SOCA), 500 Railway
(Trammell Crow) Project, and the Density Bonus
Ordinance.
The Planning Director reviewed suggested study session items
noting that they are more involved than most applications that come
before the Commission. He stressed a need for a better understanding of
these issues and recommended a study session be scheduled for November
19, 1990, at 7:30 p.m.
M/S: Higgins, Dougherty
MOTION TO ACCEPT STAFF RECOMMENDATION AND
SCHEDULE A STUDY SESSION TO DISCUSS SOUTH OF
CAMPB~r~. AVENUE AREA (SOCA), 500 RAILWAY
(Trammell Crow) PROJECT, AND THE DENSITY
BONI~S ORDINANCE FOR NOVEMBER 19, 1990,
MONDAY, AT 7:30 P.M., IN THE CITY COUNCIL
CHAMBERS WAS UNANIMOUSLY APPROVED (4-0-3,
Commissioners Fox and Alne, and Chairperson
Perrine being absent.
Planning Commission Minutes ~ -6- November 13, 1990
~PORTOFTHEPLANNING DIRECTOR
The Planning Director presented his written report and provided a brief
oral report, as follows:
- Handed out Mercury News articles relating to Highway 85 and
the financial market conditions in Campbell
- Reminded the Commission of the Ainsley House move on Sunday,
November 18, 1990.
The report of the Planning Director was accepted.
ADJO~
The Planning Commission meeting adjourned at 7:59 p.m., to a study
session scheduled for Monday, November 19, 1990, at 7:30 p.m., in the
City Council Chambers, subsequently adjourning to the regular Planning
Commission meeting of Tuesday, November 27, 1990, at 7:30 p.m., in the
City Council Chambers, 70 North First Street, Campbell.
APPROVED:
J. P. Meyer-Kennedy
Vice Chairperson
ATTEST:
Steve Piasecki
Secretary
SUBMITTED BY:
Karon Shaban
Reporting Secretary