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PC Min 05/28/1985Mr ,. PLANNING COMMISSION CITY OF CAMPBELL, CALIFORNIA 7:30 P.M. MINUTES MAY 28, 1985 The Planning Commission of the City of Campbell convened this day in regular session at the regular meeting place, the Council Chambers of City Hall, 70 N. First St., Campbell, California. ROLL CALL Present Commissioners: Perrine, Christ, Dickson, Olszewski, Fairbanks; Planning Director A. A. Kee, Principal Planner P. J. Stafford, Engineering Manager Bill Helms, City Attorney J. Robert Dempster, Recording Secretary Linda Dennis. Absent Commissioners Kasolas, Toshach. APPROVAL OF MINUTES M/S: Christ, Perrine - That the minutes of the Planning Commission meeting of May 14, 1985 be approved as amended. Amendment to Page 9, Paragraph 6 - Add "Commissioner Olszewski cited possible safety hazards with the proposed parking situation." Motion carried unanimously (5-0-2). COMMUNICATIONS Mr. Kee noted that communications received pertained to specific agenda items. ARCHITECTUF.AL APPROVALS S 85-09 Continued application of Mr. John Neves Neves, J. for approval of plans and elevations to allow the construction of a 5-unit addition to an existing 8-unit apartment complex on property known as 180 & 181 Burnham Ct. in an R-2-S (h7ultiple Family Residential) Zoning District. Commissioner Christ reported that this application was considered by the Site and Architectural Review Committee. The revised plans address thF• previously expressed concerns., therefore, the Committee is recommendir,c; approval. Commissioner Dickson noted that he would be voting against this project because the density is at the high end of the scale. -2- M/S: Christ, Perrine - That the Planning Commission approve S 85-09, subject to conditions indicated in the Staff Comment Sheet (attached hereto). Motion carried with a vote of 3-2-2 (Commissioners Dickson and Fairbanks voting "no"). PUBLIC HEARINGS MM 85-09 Continued public hearing to consider the Condit, E. B, application of Rev. E. B. Condit on behalf of Free Will Baptist Church for approval of a modification to a previously approved plan to allow construction of a ga.ra~e and ~ffic building on an existing church site nn properties known as 106 S. Third St. and 157 W. Rincon Ave. in a Planned Development/ Medium Density Residential) Zoning District. Mr. Kee stated that the applicant has requested a continuance of this application to August 13, 1985. i Chairman Fairbanks opened the public hearing and invited anyone in the audience to speak for or against this item. - M/S: Perrine, Christ - That MM 85-09 be continued to the Planning Commission meeting of August 13, 1985. Motion carried unanimously (5-0-2). PD 85-05 Continued public hearing to conside the Wu, Chao application of Mr. Chao Wu & Mr. Robert Emami for a Planned Development Permit, plans, elevations, and development schedule to allow the construction of a 12-unit apartment complex on property known as 107 & 119 E. Latimer Ave. in a PD (Planned Development/Medium Density Residential) Zoning District. Commissioner Christ reported that this application was considered by the Site and Architectural Review Committee. Because of the number of unsolved concerns, the applicant is requesting a continuance. -3- Chairman Fairbanks opened the public hearing and invited anyone in the audience to speak for or against this item, noting that it would be continued. M/S: Christ, Perrine - That PD 85-05 be continued to the Planning Commission meeting of June 11, 1985. Motion carried unanimously (5-0-2). * ,~ GP 85-01 Public hearing to consider the applica- Baker, P. tion of Phil and Delores Baker for a General Plan Amendment to change the Land Use Element of the General Plan from Medium Density Residential (14-20 units per gross acre) to Profpssiannl Office on property known as 151 Rose: Ct. in an R-2-S (Multiple Family Residential) Zoning District. Mr. Stafford reviewed the application, noting that normally it is the City's policy to have office and commercial uses located on the major streets only. However, in Staff's opinion, the subject parcel is a special circumstance. The present use of a Montessori School is more intense than the proposed use; and, the preliminary site plan indicates the driveway at the north end of the parcel, which is 150 feet from W. Campbell Ave. Responding to questions from the Commission, Mr. Stafford indicated that the site could be used as a pre-school or be converted to a residential use. The existing building was built as a school and is only conducive to school or office uses; however, the site is a developable lot in the R-2-S district with a possibility of 4 units. Chairman Fairbanks opened the public hearing. and invited anyone in th~~ audience to speak for or against this item. Mr. Robb Briody, 128 Salice Way, President of Rose Villa Homeowner's Association, spoke against the change citing traffic in the area. Mr. Briody requested that this item be continued in order to allow sufficient time for the homeowner's in the area to meet and discuss this matter. Ms. Ann Freers, 111 Salice Way, spoke against the proposal, citing an encroachment into, and deterioration of, the residential neighborhood. She indicated further that she felt people who signed the referenced petition did not fully understand the issue, and she requested a continuance in order to more fully involve the residents in the area. -4- Mr. Phil Baker, 48 Jackson St., Los Gatos, noted that he spent a great deal of time talking with people in the neighborhood regarding his proposal. He noted the low intensity of his insurance business, stating that currently there are fewer than 3 people coming to the office during the day. The building will be in use during the hours when most of the residents are away from their homes, thereby causing minimal traffic, h7r. Baker stated his willingness to work with the neighborhood homeowners. Mr. Jack Miller, 134 Rose Ct., spoke against the proposal citing traffic and a reduction in property values. He requested that the issue be continued. Mr. Charles Garrett, property owner, noted that a school use provides over 40 cars per day in the area, and the proposed insurance use is much less intensive. Ms. Freers asked what assurance the residents would have that once the use is changed to an office, that the use would not become more intensivF, or that it would be changed to another use in the future. Mr. Kee indicated that assurances could be provided if the parcel were to be zoned Planned Development, with a specific use being applied for. At this time a General Plan Amendment is under 'consideration; however, this must be followed by a zone change. Commissioner Olszewski asked Mr. Baker if he would be ameniable to meeting with the neighborhood residents to work out zoning specifics. Mr. Baker stated that he was not opposed to doing this. Commissioner Perrine asked if the residents would be amenable to a PD zoning with restrictions on the use of the property. Mr. Briody stated that he would like time to discuss the matter with the homeowners of Rose Villas I and II. Ms. Freers felt it was appropriate to meet with the applicant and set forth guildelines; and, she spoke in favor of "intent language" to protect the area from future encroachment. M/S: Perrine, Olszewski - That GP.85-O1 be continued to the Planning Commission meeting of .June 11, 1985. Motion carried unanimously (5-0-2). -5- MISCELLANEOUS MM 85-07 Continued application of Mr. Kenneth Sternberg, K. Sternberg for a modification to approved plans to allow an addition to an existing restaurant (Remington's) on property known as 1730 W. Campbell Ave. in a C-1-S (Neighborhood Commercial) Zoning District. Mr. Kee reported that Staff is recommending a continuance of this item for reasons indicated in the Staff Comment Sheet. Mr. Sternberg, applicant, stated his agreement with the recommendation for continuance. M/S: Olszewski, Christ - That MM 85-07 be contimied to the Planning Commission meeting of June 25, 1985. Motion. carried unanimously (5-0-2). MM 85-10 Continued application of the Chamber of SA 85-15 Commerce and The Game Table for approval Chamber of Commerce of elevations to allow a refacing of an existing building located on property known as 326 & 328 E. Campbell Ave. in a PD (Planned Development/Commercial) Zoning District. Mr. Kee reported that communication was received from Mr. Dan Campos stating his agreement with the recommendation for continuance. M/S: Christ, Perrine - SA 84-19 Tire Market That MM 85-10 be continued to the Planning Commission meeting of June 25, 1985. Motion carried unanimously (5-0-2). Continued sign application - Tire Market, Inc - 960 Dell Ave. Mr. Kee reported that Staff is recommending denial of this request for reasons indicated in the Staff Comment Sheet. M/S: Dickson, Christ - That the 84-19 in not been the site carried Planning Commission deny SA that a revised sign plan has submitted, and illegal signs on have not been removed. Motion unanimously (5-0-2). -6- PD 84-03 Application of Mr. Robb Casey, on Casey, R, behalf of Ikeda & Associates, for a modification to previously approved plans to allow a change to the approved parking in order to add a pallet storage area on property known as 600 E. Hamilton Ave. (Apple Computer) in a PD (Planned Development) Zoning District. Commissioner Christ reported that this item was ccnsidere~i I-,y the Site and Architectural Review Committee. It is the opinion of the Committee that there will still be adequate parking on the site with the alterations as indicated; therefore, approval is recommended. Commissioner Christ noted that he hoped that the pallets will be removed from the parking area into the storage area, and asked that Staff moniter this situation. M/S: Christ, Olszewski - That the Planning Commission approved the requested modification to PD 84-03 adding a pallet storage area and a dumpster location, subject to the condition that the applicant submit a letter agreeing to remove the pallet enclosure should the Planning Director determine parking on site to be insufficient. Motion carried unanimously (5-0-2). S 81-29 Request of First Hamilton Group for Praturlon, E, approval of revised plans for a previously approved office project on property known as ?_60 t,1. hamilton 'eve. in a P-O (Professional Office) Toning District. Commissioner Christ reported that this item was considered by the Site and Architectural Review Committee, and in the Committee's opinion, the revisions are an improvement over the original design; therefore, approval is recommended, subject to redlining of presented plans which more clearly define the driveway. Mr. Kee noted that Staff is also recommendinn_ approval of the revised plans, as well as the landscapincl plans. Commissioner Dickson asked how the building got constructed without the changes being approved; and, if there was a way to plan check a building perhaps half way through construction. -7- Mr. Kee indicated that very often changes are made during construction and the Planning Department is not aware of it until the building is finished; __ however, Planning does work with the Building Department to attempt to make sure that what is being built is the same as what was approved by the Commission. Mr. Dempster noted that addition inspections or plan checks may present a burden to the Building Department, and perhaps the Commission would want to check with the Building Official before attempting to obtain plan checks as discussed. Commissioner Dickson asked if the Commission could get a report from the Building Department. M/S: Christ, Olszewski - That the Planning Commission approve revised elevations, and approve landscape plans as redlin?u, for S 81-29. Motion carried unanimously (5-0-2). Chairman Fairbanks noted her agreement with Commissioner Dickson's comments. SA 85-20 Sign application - 1770 W. Campbell Ave. Kragen Auto Kragen Auto Supply. Commissioner Christ reported that this item was before the Site and Architectural Review Committee. The Committee is recommending a reduction in the size of the sign on the building, or removal of the logo, to bring the sign into conformance with the size established in the sign ordinance. The choice as to how to reduce the sign size is left to the applicant. Mr. Doug Smith, sign contractor, stated that the preference would be to maintain the logo and shrink the copy on the sign. M/S: Perrine, Christ - SA 85-21 Chevron Oil Co. That the Planning Commission approve SA 85-20, subject to a reduction in sign area to 45 sq, ft. Motion carried unanimously (5-0-2). Sign application - 1589 S. Bascom Ave. - Chevron Oil Co. Commissioner Christ reported that this item was before the Site and Architectural Review Committee; however, the applicant was not present. The Committee is recommending the elimination of "Chevron" from the canopy; and elimination of a portion of the monument sign that indicates prices to end up with a 7'x5' monument sign with the Chevron logo on it. This would satisfy concerns expressed by Public Works. -8- Mr. Kee noted that Staff received a call from Mr. Tony Arrato requesting a continuance of this application to June 11, 19F35. M/S: Dickson, Christ - That SA 85-21 be continued to the Planning Commission meeting of June 11, 1985. Mo*_ion carried unanimously (5-0-~) . MM 85-14 Request of Mr. Paul Yaggy for a sideyard Yaggy, P, setback adjustment to allow a second story addition on~property known as 1381 E. Sheffield Ave. Mr. Kee stated that Staff is recommending approval of this request. M/S: Dickson, Christ - That the Planning Cer~„fission, in accordance with past policy, approve MM 85-14. Motion carried unanimously (5-0-2). MM 84-22 Request of Mr. Warren Jacobsen for a Jacobsen, W. modification to plans to add a patio cover and to construct a vestibule at the entrance to the Spoons Restaurant on property known as 1555 S. Bascom Ave. in a C-2-S (General Commercial) Zoning District. Commissioner Christ reported that this application was considered by the Site and Architectural Review Committee. In that concerns expressed in the Staff Comment Sheet were adequately addressed at the Site Committee meeting, the Committee is recommending approval. Mr. Jacobsen noted that Spoons has been very successful, and would like to enlarge their waiting area and vestibule. Revised plans indicate the removal of proposed awnings, the addition of a patio area as previously approved, and the removal of proposed seating in the patio area. Mr. Jacobsen continued that Spoons is willing to do anything to indicate that this is a waiting area only--that it is just to relieve the entryway for waiting customers. Mr. Kee stated that Staff is recommending approval; however, Staff would like the revised plans to come back to the Planning Director for approval. Commissioner Olszewski expressed a concern that there are tables in the waiting area, which would allow it to be used as a lounge, which could ____ increase the existing parking problem. -9- Commissioner Christ noted that Spoons has stated they are willing to post signs in the area, and will not serve food or drink in this area. They did feel that it would be difficult to stop someone from taking a drink into the area while waiting for a table. The Committee felt that not serving in this area, as well as the area not being enclosed, would help to keep it for waiting only. Commissioner Dickson noted that Staff has made an observation that parking is a major problem, and asked if there were any recommendations to alleviate this problem. Mr. Kee indicated that Staff has no recommendations on this issue. This is a similar situation to Tower Records, in that it is a very successful retail operation. The parking is provided at a ratio indicated in the Zoning Ordinance. Mr. Jacobsen stated that perhaps something m9_aht be worked out with the adjacent Creekside Offices during the office complex's off ho~~rs; anc], )lEa would ask Spoons management to look into the possibility. Motion M/S: Dickson, Christ - That the Planning Commission approve MM 84-22 subject to the following conditions: (1) Applicant to meet all conditions of Building and Fire Departments. (2) No food or drink to be served in the vestibule or waiting area. (3) Revised plans to come back to the Planning Director for approval. Amendment to Motion M/S: Olszewski, Perrine - No food or drink served in the waiting area. Chairman Fairbanks expressed a concern that allowing food or drink in the area would encourage people to stay in the area longer. Vote on Amendment Motion to amend the original motion to state "No food or drink served in the vestibule or waiting area" carried with a vote of 3-2-2, with Commissioners Dickson and Fairbanks voting "no". Vote on Motion Motion, including amendment as stated above, carried unanimously (5-U-2). -10- The Commission recessed at 8:55 p.m.; the meeting reconvened at 9:00 p.m. PD 83-06 Request of Southbay Construction Company Southbay Construction for a modification to previously approved plans in order to add an outside stairway on property known as 910 Camnisi Way. Mr. Kee stated that the applicant has requested a continuance on this request to June 11, 1985. M/S: Dickson, Christ - That PD 83-06 be continued to the Planning Commission meeting of June 11, 1985. Motion carried unanimously Fencing Request Request of Mrs. Janet Swayne to allow the construction of a 7' and 8' fence on property known as 512 Century Drive in an R-1-6 (Single Family Residential) Zoning District. Mr. Kee reviewed this request for the Commission, noting that Staff is recommending approval. Mrs. Janet Swayne appeared before the Commission to answer any questions, noting that the actual fence height will not exceed 7'3". M/S: Olszewski, Christ - That the Planning Commission approve the fencing .request of Mrs. Janet Swayne, subject to the applicant obtaining any necessar.;.~ building _-,err.:its, htotivn carried unanimously (5-0-2). Staff Report M/S: Dickson, Christ - Continued Staff Report on building heights. That the Planning Commission direct Staff to notice a public hearing to add the new definition of building height to the Campbell Municipal Code. Motion carried unanimously (5-0-2). ,r -11- ~ Staff Report Continued Staff Report on revisions to the Zoning Ordinance. Commissioners Kasolas, Olszewski and Dickson will serve on this committee. OTHER ITEMS BROUGHT UP BY COMtdISSION Discussion ensued regarding Commissioners needed to serve on the Site and Architectural Review Committee. Commissioner Olszewski indicated he may be able to fill in occasionally, with advanced notice. Commissioner Dickson noted he could serve in emergencies. Commissioner Perrine indicated he could serve on a truly alternate basis. Chairman Fairbanks requested that the issue of Election of Officers be put on the next agenda. Commissioner Dickson asked if Staff could provide some background information on the Montessori school site on Rose Court for the next meeting. ADJOURNMENT M/S: Olszewski, Dickson - That the Planning Commission meeting be adjourned. The meeting was adjourned at 9:10 p.m. APPROVED: JoAnn Fairbanks Chairman ATTEST: Arthur A. Kee Secretary RECORDED: Linda A. Dennis Recording Secretary CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL: S 85-09 APPLICANT: Neves, J. SITE ADDRESS: 180 & 181 Burnham Court -_ P.C. MTG. D1ay 28, 1985 The applicant is notified as part of this application that he/she is required to meet the following conditions in accordance with the Ordinances of the City of Campbell and the Laws of the State of California. 1. Revised elevations and/ar site plan indicating garages, stair detailing, and existing floor plans to be submitted to the Planning Department and approved by the Site and Architectural Review Committee and/or the Planning Commission prior to application for a building permit. 2.~Property to be fenced and landscaped as indicated and/or added in red on the plans. Landscaping and fencing shall be maintained. in accordance with the approved plans. 3. Landscaping plan indicating type and size of plant material, and location of irrigation system to be submitted to the Planning Department and approved by the Site and Architectural Review Committee and/or Planning Commission prior to issuance of a building permit. 4. Fencing plan indicating location and design details of fencing to be submitted to the Planning Department and approved by the Planning Director prior to issuance of a building permit. 5. Ap_r_licant to either (1) post a faithful performance bond in the amount of $3,000.00 to insure landscaping, fencing, and striping of parking areas within 3 months of completion of construction; or (2) file written agreement to complete landscaping, fencing, and striping of parking areas. Bond or agreement to be filed with the Planning Department prior to application for a building permit. 6. Applicant to submit a plan to the Planning Department, prior to installation of PG&E utility (transformer) boxes, indicating the location of the boxes and screening (if boxes are above ground) for approval of the Planning Director. 7. All mechanical equipment on roofs and all utility meters to be screened as approved by the Planning Director. 8. Building occupancy will not be allowed until public improvements are installed. 9. All parking and driveway areas to be developed in compliance with Chanter 21.50 of the Campbell Municipal Code.. All parking spaces to be provided with appropriate concrete curbs or bumper guards. 10. Underground utilities to be provided as required by Section 20.16.070 of the Campbell tunicipal Code. CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL: S 85-09 APPLICANT: Neves, J. SITE ADDRESS: 180 & 181 Burnham Ct. PAGE 2 ll. Plans submitted to the Building Department for plan check shall indicate clearly the location of all connections for underground utilities including water, sewer, electric, telephone and television cables, etc. 12. Sign application to be submitted in accordance with provisions of the Sign Ordinance for all. signs. No sign to be installed until application is approved and permit issued by Planning and Building Departments (Section 21,68.030 of the Campbell Municipal Code). 13. Ordinance No. 782 of the Campbell Municipal Code stipulates that any contract for the collection and disposal of refuse, garbage, wet garbage and rubbish produced within the limits of the City of Campbell shall be made with Green Valley Disposal Company. This requizement applies to all single-family dwellings, multiple apartment units, to all commercial, business, industrial, manufacturing, and construction establishments. 14. Trash container(s) of a size and quantity necessary to serve the development shall be located in area(s) approved by the Fire Department. Unless otherwise noted, enclosure(s) shall consist of a concrete floor surrounded by a solid wall or fence and have self-closing doors of a size specified by the Fire Department. All enclosures to be constructed at grade level and have a level area adjacent to the trash enclosure area to service these containers. 15. Applicant shall comply with all appropriate State and City requirements for the handicapped. ~.. 16. Noise levels for the interior of residential units shall comply with minimum State (Title 25) and local standards as indicated in the I Element of the Campbell General Plan. 17. The applicant is hereby notified that the property is to be mainta free of any combustible trash, debzis and weeds, until the time the actual construction commences. All existing structures shall be sE by having windows boarded up and doors sealed shut, or be demolishe removed from the property. Sect. 11.201 & 11.414, 1979 Ed. Uniform Code. FIRE DEPARTMENT 18. Wood shingle roof covering shall meet Class C fire retardant requirement if more than 3,000 sq.ft. of projected roof area. PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT 19. File and process a parcel map to combine the two lots. BUILDING DEPARTMENT 20. Exterior wall, roof and location okay.