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PC Min 02/14/1984PLANNING COPrNffSSION CITY OF CAMPBELL,. CALIFORNIA 7:30 P.M. NffN[TI'ES FEBRUARY 14, 1984 The Planning Corrunission of the City of Campbell convened this day in regular session at the regular meeting place, the Council Chambers of the City Hall, 75 N. Central Avenue, Campbell, California. ROLL CALL Present Commissioners: Kasolas (8:40 p.m.), Perrine, Howard, Campos, Fairbanks, Dickson; Planning Director Arthur A. Kee, Principal Planner Philip J. Stafford, City Attorney J. Robert Dempster, Engineering Manager Bill Helms, Recording Secretary Linda Dennis Absent Commissioner Meyer APPROVAL OF MINUTES January 24, 1984 It was moved by Commissioner Campos, and seconded by Commissioner Fairbanks, that the Planning Commission approve the minutes of January 24, 1984 as submitted. Motion carried, with Commissioner Howard abstaining due to absence from the subject meeting. COb9~NNI CATIONS Mr. Kee noted that correspondence received pertained to specific items on the agenda and would be presented at that time. ARCHITECI'[JRAL APPROVALS Mid 84-O1 Request of Mr. James Campbell, on behalf of ASCOM Harp, J. Inc., for approval of two satellite antennas on property located at 201 E. Hamilton Avenue in a C-1-S (Neighborhood Commercial) Zoning District. Commissioner Howard reported that this item was before the Site and Archi- tural Review Committee, and the Committee is recommending a continuance in that it did not feel there was sufficient information on which to base a recommendation. Chairman Dickson noted that several items of communication have been received at this evening's meeting regarding this item. These letters are entered into the record (attached hereto). It was moved by Commissioner Fairbanks, and seconded by Commissioner Howard, that b~I 84-O1 be continued to the meeting of February 28, 1984 in order that further information may be obtained regarding this type of use. Motion carried unanimously (5-0-2). ~~~ -2- M[~4 84-02 Request of Mr. Arnold Liesch for approval of two Liesch, A. cargo storage containers on property known as 1203 Dell Avenue in an M-1-S (Light Industrial) Zoning District. Commissioner Howard reported that this application was before the Site and Architectural Review Committee, and the Committee is recommending approval for one year. The applicant will be required to submit revised plans in- dicating on-site parking and landscaping. Regarding the Corrunission's policy on cargo containers, Commissioner Howard indicated that the appli- cant has been made aware of these restrictions. It was moved by Commissioner Fairbanks, and seconded by Commissioner Howard, that D~1 84-02 be approved subject to conditions listed in the Staff Comment Sheet, as well as conditions imposed by the Commission's policy for cargo containers. Motion carried unanimously (5-0-2). ~ ~ ~ S 83-19 Application of Mr. John Mercer for approval of plans A4ercer, J. and elevations to allow the construction of an office building on property known as 2155 S. Bascom Avenue in a C-2-S/R-3-S (General Commercial/Multiple Family Residential) Zoning District. Commissioner Howard reported that this application was considered by the '.Site and Architectural Review Committee. The Committee is recommending approval, subject to conditions as listed in the Staff Comment Sheet, as well as red- ling of the presented plans. Additionally, the Committee is recommending some changes to the north elevation fencing to be addressed by the submittal of revised plans to the Planning Director. Commissioner Campos expressed concern that the privacy of the surrounding residential uses be addressed. There was brief discussion regarding the parking easement (8 spaces) for the Yardstick. Mr. Kee noted that Staff is recommending that this easement be eliminated and that the record be cleared in that there is adequate park- ing on the Yardstick site. It was moved by Commissioner Howard, and seconded by Commissioner Campos, that the Planning Commission approve S 83-19 subject to conditions as listed in the Staff Comment Sheet as well as red-lining of the presented plans. Motion carried unanimously (5-0-2). ~~~ S 84-01 Application of Mr. Mike Steffey, on behalf of Spoons Steffey, M. Restaurants, for approval of plans and elevations to renovate an existing restaurant (formerly Flaggs $ ~~olly Roger) on property known as 1555 S. Bascom Avenue in a C-2-S (General Commercial) Zoning - District. -3- Commissioner Howard reported that this item was considered by the Site and Architectural Review Committee. After review, there are a few changes being proposed, therefore the applicant is requesting a continuance. It was moved by Commissioner Fairbanks, and seconded by Commissioner Howard, that S 84-01 be continued to the Planning Commission meeting of February 28, 1984. Motion carried unanimously (5-0-2). ~ ~ ~ S •84-02 Application of Mr. Kurt Anderson for approval of plans Anderson, K, and elevations to allow the construction of an office building on property known as 2255 S. Bascom Avenue in a C-2-S (General Commercial) Zoning District. Commissioner Howard reported that this item was before the Site•and Architectural Review Committee. The Committee is recommending approval, subject to conditions listed in the Staff Comment Sheet as well as an added condition that the fencing plan is to come back to the Planning Director for approval particularly as it pertains to the adjoining residential uses. Additional discussed ensued regarding the parking arrangement, concerns about the elevator shaft, and building height. It was moved by Commissioner Campos, and seconded by Comrni.ssioner Howard, that the Planning Commission approve S 84-02 subject to conditions listed in the Staff Comment Sheet as well as the added condition pertaining to the review of the fencing plans. Motion carried with a vote of 4-1-2, with Commissioner Fairbanks voting "no". Commissioner Fairbanks indicated she did not feel this project would fit into this site properly. ~ ~ ~ PUBL' I C I~F.ARINGS UP 83-21 Continued public hearing to consider the application O'Neill, C. of Mr. Charlie O'Neill for a use permit and approval of plans to allow an auto sales office in an exist- ing building and an outdoor display area for a maxi- mLUn of 5 cars on property known as 1405 Camden Ave- nue in a C-1-S (Neighborhood Commercial) Zoning District. Commissioner Howard reported that this application was considered by the Site and Architectural Review Committee. The Committee is of the opinion, after extensive review, that the proposed landscaping is adequate. Commissioner Fairbanks asked if there was any discussion regarding the testing of vehicles on the residential streets surrounding this use. Chairman Dickson opened the public hearing and invited anyone in the audience to speak for or against this item. -4- Mr. Charlie O'Neill, applicant, indicated that the bulk of vehicles he deals with are sold before they come onto the lot, and there are usually no more - than three or four demonstration rides a-:week. These drives are done on Camden Avenue. Additionally, there are no service facilities whatsoever on this site, as well as no storage area. It was moved by Commissioner Howard, and seconded by Commissioner Fairbanks, that the public hearing be closed. ATotion carried unanimously (5-0-2). Discussion Commissioner Fairbanks noted that she was still concerned with test driving on residential streets, and asked if a condition could be placed on this use permit which would restrict this type of activity. Mr. Dempster indicated that this type of condition would be inappropriate, and would be difficult to enforce. Commissioner Fairbanks asked if, in the future, adjacent residential properties were being impacted by this use, could the use permit be reviewed at that time. Mr. Dempster stated that this situation was a long way off. RESOLUTION N0. 2261 It was moved by Commissioner Howard, and seconded by Commissioner Fairbanks, that the Planning Commission adopt Resolution No. 2261 approving LTP 83-21, subject to conditions listed in the Staff Comment Sheet. Motion carried with the following roll call vote: AYES: Commissioners: Perrine, Howard, Campos, Fairbanks, Dickson NOES: Commissioners: None ABSE[VT: Commissioners: A'feyer, Kasolas ~ ~ ~ UP 84-01 Public hearing to consider the application of Mr. Jacobsen, W. Warren Jacobsen for a use permit and approval of plans and elevations to allow the conversion of a residential structure to an office on property known as 400 Industrial Avenue in an M-1-S (Light Industrial) Zoning District. Commissioner Howard reported that the Site and Architectural Review Committee is recommending approval of this application, subject to conditions listed in the Staff Comment Sheet with the addition of Condition lA regarding revised elevations to be approved by the Planning Director, as well as redlining of the presented plans. Chairman Dickson opened the public hearing and invited anyone in the audience _ to speak for or against this item. -5- Ms. Valerie McCoy, 430 Industrial Street, asked what type of office use is proposed for this site. Mr. Warren Jacobsen, applicant, indicated that his client would be continuing the present use of a drywal 1 business. No one else wishing to speak, it was moved by Commissioner Fairbanks, and seconded by Commissioner Howard, that the public hearing be closed. D4otion carried unanimously (5-0-2). RESOLUTION N0. 22 62 It was moved by Commissioner Howard, and seconded by Commissioner Campos, that the Plarming Commission adopt Resolution No. 2262 approving UP 84-01, subject to conditions listed in the Staff Comment Sheet, as well as the addition of Condition lA indicating re- vised plans to be approved by the Planning Director. Motion carried with the following roll call vote: AYES: Commissioners: Perrine, Howard, Campos, Fairbanks, Dickson NOES: Commissioners: None ABSENT: Commissioners: Kasolas, Meyer ~ * ~ UP 84-OZ Public hearing to consider the application of Mr. ~~~ S. Saamaan Saah for a use permit to allow anon-sale general eating place (service of liquor in con- junction with a restaurant) on property known as 1765 S. Winchester Blvd. (formerly Kroner Restaurant) in a C-2-S (General Commercial) Zoning District. Mr. Stafford reviewed this application for the Commission, noting that Staff is recommending approval, subject to attached conditions. Letters from adjoining property owners (attached hereto) were read into the record by the Recording Secretary. Both letters request that the applicant be required to repave the subject portion of the parking lot for this center. After ensuing discussion regarding the City's authority in the paving issue, it was the consensus of the Commission that the requests be t~mned over to the Building Department for it's consideration,in that this situation was not within the jurisdiction of the Planning Commission. D~s. Kee noted that the only reason this application is before the Commission is because of the alcohol use that is being proposed. Chairman Dickson opened the public hearing and invited anyone in the audience to speak for or against this item. Mrs. Dorothy Shaddock, 391 California Street, stated she had the same concerns as expressed in the letters regarding the paving of the parking lot. Mr. Saamaan Saah, applicant, stated that he is only leasing the store, and the lease is "as is". -6- Mr. Leon Rote, 1507 S. Winchester Blvd., stated that he felt the issue should be taken up with the property owner rather than the person who is leasing the building. No one else wishing to speak, it was moved by Commissioner Howard, and seconded by Commissioner Fairbanks, that the public hearing be closed. Motion carried unanimously (5-0-2). RESOLUTION N0. 2262 Discussion of Motion It was moved by Commissioner Howard, and seconded by Commissioner Campos that the Planning Commission adopt Resolution No. 2262 approving UP 84-02 subject to conditions listed in the Staff Comment Sheet; and, that the Building Department be notified of the con- cerns regarding the parking Iot pavement. Motion carried with the following roll call vote: Chairman Dickson noted he would be opposing the motion because he did not feel it met the requirements of not being harmful to the health, safety, welfare, etc. of the community dui to the serving of alcohol. Vote on Motion AYES: Commissioners: NOES: Commissioners: ABSII~IT: Commissioners: MI S CELI;ANEOUS Perrine, Howard, Campos, Fairbanks Dickson Kasolas, Aleyer ~ ~ ~ PD 81-10 Request for reinstatement of previously approved TS 81-24 planned development permit and tentative subdivision Kadjevich, R. map allowing the construction of a condominium indus- trial building on property known as 200 ~ 222 Dillon Avenue. Commissioner Howard reported that this item was reviewed by the Site ~ Architectural Review Committee. The applicant has addressed all concerns expressed by the Committee and Staff, and the recommendation is for approval. It was moved by Commissioner Howard, and seconded by Commissioner Perrine, that the Planning Commission recommend that the City Council approve this reinstatement and revised development schedule. Motion carried unanimously (5-0-2) . ~ ~ ~ SA 84-02 Application of I~~s. Gloria Koral on behalf of Arnold Koral, G. Pierce Association for approval of anoff-premise ' free-standing sign on property known as 1405 Camden Avenue in a C-1-S (Neighborhood Commercial) Zoning District. -7- Commissioner Howard reported that this application was reviewed by the Site and Architectural Review Committee, and the Committee could find no reason to recommend approval, and is therefore recommending denial. He added that the reason the Committee is in concurrence with Staff's recommendation for denial is that the subject development is on South Bascom Avenue and has adequate visibility. Dlr. Kee noted that the ordinance provides that the Commission may authorize temporary off-site directional signs when it determines that the use(s) for which the sign is to be erected would not be adequately identified or would b~ unusually difficult to locate without exceeding the standards provided in the sign ordinance. Mr. Bob Cox, 2444 Moorpark Avenue, San Jose, asked the Commission to keep in mind that this is a temporary sign and the developer would be happy to submit a deposit, if desired, to insure the removal of the sign. He added that he is also willing to reduce the height of the sign if the Commission feels this is necessary. Mr. Cox continued that the Staff Report indicates the sign is being requested for a six-month period; however, it is his under- standing that an extension may be applied for at the end of this time frame. Mr. Arnold Pierce,~.applicant noted that the sign would be placed directly against the fence on the westerly property line. He continued that sub- division directional signs are a very important part of marketing, and that they are asking for a very minimal situation--one location on an extremely heavily traveled street. Commissioner Kasolas entered the Cambers at 8:40 p.m. It was moved by Commissioner Fairbanks, and seconded by Commissioner Howard, that SA 84-02 be approved subject to conditions listed in the Staff Comment Sheet. Discussion of Motion Chairman Dickson noted he would be opposing the motion, specifically for the reasoning set forth in the Staff Report. Vote on Motion AYES: Commissioners: NOES: Commissioners: ABSENT: Commissioners: Howard, Campos, Fairbanks Kasolas, Perrine, Dickson Meyer Motion for approval fails due to a tie vote. It was moved by Commissioner Perrine, and seconded by Commissioner Fairbanks, that SA 84-02 be continued to the meeting of February 28, 1984 in order that a full Commission might be present. Motion carried unanimously (6-0-1). ~~~ -8- Staff Report Review of non-conforming section of the Sign Ordinance and its relationship to the Site and Architectural Review process. Mr. Kee reviewed report for the Commission, noting that Staff would recommend that the Sign Ordinance be amended so that the Corrnnission may rec{uire that signing be brought into conformance with current regulations when a site and architectural application is reviewed by the Commission. Comrissioner Kasolas suggested that this item be continued to the next meeting in that it did not have any urgency and he felt the people who expressed an interest in the sign ordinance previously should be advised of the discussion in order that they might attend. It was the consensus of the Corranission that this report be agendized for the meeting of February 28, 1984 and that the appropriate people be notified that a discussion will take place. ~ ~ ~ Appointment of Planning Commission representatives to Committees. Site and Architectural Review Committee: Howard, Perrine, Campos (Alternate) Transit: Dickson Liaison to City Council: Fairbanks ~~~ ADJOURNMENT It was moved by Commissioner Campos, and seconded by Commissioner Howard, that the meeting be adjourned. The meeting adjourned at 9:07 p.m. APPROVED: J. DuWayne Dickson ~iairman ATTEST: Arthur A. Kee ecretary RE~RDED: Linda A. Dennis Recor uig ecretary