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PC Min 12/22/1981PLANNING COMMISSION CITY OF CAMPBELL, CALIFORNIA TUESDAY, 7:30 P.M. MINUTES DECEMBER 22, 1981 The Planning Commission of the City of Campbell convened this day in regular session in the regular meeting place, the Council Chambers of the City Hall, 75 North Central Avenue, Campbell, California. Rrn i cai i Present Commissioners: Howard, Kotowski, Dickson, Fairbanks, Kasolas (7:52); Planning Director Arthur A. Kee, Principal Planner Philip J. Stafford, Engineering Manager Bill Helms, Acting City Attorney Brian Duckworth, Recording Secretary Jeannine Wade. Absent Commissioners Campos and Meyer. In the absence of the Chairman, Commissioner Dickson called the meeting to order. APPROVAL OF MINUTES December 8, 1981 Commissioner Kotowski moved that the minutes of the regularly scheduled Planning Commission meeting held December 8, 1981 be approved as submitted, seconded by Commissioner Howard and adopted with Commissioner Fairbanks abstaining since she was not present at the meeting. *** ARCHITECTURAL APPROVALS S 81-33 Continued application of Mr. Arthur Burton for Burton, A. approval of plans and elevations to allow the construction of a 6,512 sq.ft. industrial/ warehouse building on property known as 524 Forman Drive in a M-1-S (Light Industrial) Zoning District. Commissioner Kotowski reported that the Site and Architectural Review Committee-- consisting of Commissioner Meyer, Architectural Advisor Jim Baldwin, newly appointed Architectural Advisor Ken Rodrigues, Staffinembers Arthur Kee and Tim Haley, and himself--met with the applicant this morning. The Committee is recommending approval of the plans as redlined, and as recommended by Staff. He noted that all previous concerns have been resolved. Mr. Kee reported that Staff is recommending approval of this application subject to the conditions listed in the Staff Comment Sheet. Commissioner Fairbanks inquired of Engineering Manager Helms if there were any foreseeable traffic problems. Engineering Manager Helms stated that as far as the Public Works Department is concerned there are no problems at all. -2- Commissioner Kotowski added that one of the requirements of the Committee is that an existing roof structure be removed; the applicant was in agreement with this condition. Commissioner Kotowski then moved that the Planning Commission approve S 81-33, as redlined and subject to the conditions listed in the Staff Comment Sheet (a copy is attached hereto and made a part of these minutes), seconded by Commissioner Howard and unanimously adopted. *** S 81-35 Application of Mr. Leo Raiche for approval of Raiche, L. plans and elevations to allow the construction of a 1,400 sq.ft. addition to an existing office building on property known as 1100 E. Hamilton Avenue in a P-D (Professional Office) Zoning District. Commissioner Kotowski reported that the applicant met with the Site and Architectural Review Committee this morning. He noted that the Architectural Advisor is of the opinion that the project is generally acceptable; however, he recommends some treatment to the white slumpstone wall. In addition, the applicant should indicate on the plans the location of the trash enclosure. The Committee is also requesting that one of the free-standing signs be removed. Chairman Kasolas entered the Council Chambers at 7:52 p.m. Commissioner Fairbanks inquired about the trash enclosure. Commissioner Kotowski reported that Condition F covers the trash enclosure requirement. Commissioner Kasolas then moved that S 81-35 be approved as redlined, seconded by Commissioner Kotowski and unanimously adopted. *** Commissioner Dickson relinquished the Chair to Chairman Kasolas at 7:57 p.m. S 81-36 Application of Mr. Roger Dennis for approval of Dennis, R. plans and elevations to allow the construction of a 15,900 sq.ft. industrial building on property known as 911 Dell Avenue in a M-1-S (Light Industrial) Zoning District. Commissioner Kotowski reported that the Site and Architectural Review Committee is recommending approval of this project. There was discussion regarding the bronze window format with the beige cement building. The Committee did not have a problem with this design. It was the consensus of the Commission that additional greenery is needed at this site. -3- Commissioner Fairbanks stated she would like to see the landscape plan come back before the full Planning Commission. Commissioner Dickson felt the landscape plans could be approved at Staff level. Mr. Kee reported that Staff is recommending approval subject to the conditions listed in the Staff Comment Sheet; he further stated that it would not be a problem for the landscape plan to come back to the Commission for approval. Commissioner Fairbanks then inquired of Engineering Manager Helms if there were any traffic problems anticipated. Engineering Manager Helms responded that Staff did not see this use as being any more intense than the use before, and no problems were experienced. Commissioner Fairbanks then moved that S 81-36 be approved subject to the conditions listed in the Staff Comment Sheet, with an additional condition to read "Landscape plan to be approved by the full Planning Commission." This motion was seconded by Commissioner Kotowski and adopted. A copy of the conditions of approval are attached hereto and made a part of this record. S 81-37 Application of Mr. Jerry Vega on behalf of Vega, J. D.F.Y. Associates for approval of plans and elevations to construct a 2,100 sq.ft. ware- house building on property known as 390 Industrial St. in a M-1-S (Light Industrial) Zoning District. Commissioner Kotowski reported that the Site and Architectural Review Committee is recommending approval of this project subject to the conditions recommended by Staff. Mr. Kee reported that Staff is recommending approval of this application subject to the conditions listed in the Staff Comment Sheet. Commissioner Kotowski then moved that S 81-37 be approved subject to the con- ditions listed in the Staff Comment Sheet (a copy of which is attached hereto and made a part of these minutes), seconded by Commissioner Howard and unani- mously adopted. *** S 81-38 Application of Mr. Richard Pasek for approval of Pasek, R, plans and elevations to allow the construction of a 4,500 sq.ft. warehouse building on property known as 925 McGlincey Lane in a h1-1-S (Light Industrial) Zoning District. Commissioner Kotowski reported that the Site and Architectural Review Committee is recommending a continuance of this application to the Planning Commission meeting of January 12, 1982, and the applicant has agreed. He noted that the applicant had stated that he has a project identical to this on an adjacent site, and did not understand the requirements set forth for this application -4- since they are more stringent than the previously approved application. Staff will investigate and report back at the next meeting. Commissioner Kotowski then moved that S 81-38 be continued to the Planning Commission meeting of January 12, 1982, seconded by Commissioner Fairbanks and unanimously adopted. *** PUBLIC HEARINGS UP 81-06 This is the time and place for a public hearing Jacobsen, W. to consider the revocation of a use permit for property known as 1387 Camden Avenue, the Jean's Station, in a C-1-S (Neighborhood Commercial) Zoning District. Commissioner Kotowski provided background noting that this item is before the Commission at this time in order that it might consider revocation of this use permit. He noted that the Commission had not originally approved this use permit; however, by appeal to the City Council of the Commission's decision for denial, the applicant won approval by the City Council con- ditioned upon review by the Planning Commission and City Council after six months. He noted that there was lengthy discussion on this item at the Site and Architectural Review Committee meeting this morning. He noted that the Committee is recommending approval of the revised plans with a six-month review of the use permit from the review date in January, and a condition that the landscape plans come back before the full Planning Commission. He explained that the additional six-month review is being recommended primarily because of a performance problem. Per. Kee stated that Staff is recommending approval of the revised plans. Staff would recommend opening the public hearing and approving the revised plans subject to the conditions listed in the Staff Comment Sheet. Chairman Kasolas opened the public hearing and invited anyone in the audience to speak for or against this application. Mr. Warren Jacobsen, architect, appeared before the Commission to explain the two items to be discussed with the Commission: 1. Removal of the storage shed. He explained that this shed houses a mannequin to be used as a sign display. The figure is placed outside during the day and stored in this shed at night. It is requested that the storage shed be retained; and 2. A review of this use permit in six months. It is felt that if all conditions can be complied with, another review in six months should not be in order. Mr. Vern Dickman appeared before the Commission to explain that the subject mannequin is a man which stands 7 feet high and is approximately 4 feet wide; he's called "The Laughing Man" and has been in the San Jose area for many years. This mannequin is now used more or less for advertising; he is attired in overalls and wears a sign which reads "JEANS - $9.99". He asked that the storage shed be allowed to remain in order to house this mannequin. -5- Mr. Kee stated at this time that the Planning Commission will be considering a sign appeal for this project at its January 12 meeting. He stated that if the Commission so desired they could continue this item to that meeting in order that the entire matter could be considered. Mr. Dickman stated he felt there were miscommunications between the Planning Staff and himself. He asked that an additional six-month review period not be a condition of approval of this use permit. No one else wishing to speak, Commissioner Fairbanks moved that the public hearing be closed, seconded by Commissioner Dickson and unanimously adopted. RESOLUTION N0. 2076 Commissioner Kotowski moved that the Planning commission adopt Resolution No. 2076 approving revised plans for UP 81-06 subject to the previous conditions of approval with the additional conditions: 1. The Planning Commission and City Council review this use permit six months from review date in January. 2. Landscape plan to come back before the Planning Commission. 3. Portable storage shed to be removed. This was seconded by Commissioner Howard and adopted by the following roll call vote: AYES: Commissioners: Howard, Kotowski, Dickson, Kasolas NOES: Commissioners: Fairbanks ABSENT: Commissioners: Campos, Meyer Commissioner Fairbanks stated she was opposed to this use originally and is still opposed to this application. PD 81-14 This is the time and place fora continued public Hill-Adams hearing to consider the application of Mr. Randy Development Stevens on behalf of Hill-Adams Development Co. Company for approval of plans, elevations and develop- ment schedule to allow the construction of a 14-unit condominium project on property known as 55 Redding Road in a P-D (Planned Development/ Low-Medium Density Residential) Zoning District. Mr. Kee reported that Staff is recommending approval of this application. He noted that conditions were discussed at this morning's Site meeting. Commissioner Kotowski reported that the applicant met with the Site and Architectural Review Committee this morning. The Committee is recommending approval, however there was a professional discussion between the Architectural Advisor and applicant regarding the positioning of the garages on the plan. He noted that Commissioner Meyer and he did not feel one way or the other regarding -6- the positioning of the garages; the Committee is recommending approval. He noted that Mr. Stevens, the applicant, will explain the positioning of the garages to the Commission in order that they can decide which position would be preferred. Mr. Stafford then explained the Architectural Advisor's view of the positioning of the garages. He noted that it was Mr. Baldwin's opinion that the garages be moved inward. It was his contention that people who park in the garages would not have so far to walk; it moved the project in and better utilized the space. Chairman Kasolas opened the public hearing and invited anyone in the audience to speak for or against this project. Mr. Mark Stevens, applicant, appeared before the Commission to explain his reasons for positioning the garages on the peripheral of the project. He felt that this plan would provide more open space making these more liveable units. He felt by bringing the garages in it would crowd the project. He further noted that by this design they are able to retain a pepper tree on the site. He noted that the garages are one story and the buildings are two story. He felt the upstairs occupants would suffer in looking down on a garage roof, should the Commission desire to go along with the Architectural Advisor's recommendation to move the garages. Mr. Stevens then went on to discuss the financing of this project, noting housing revenue mortgage bonds are planned to be used. He noted the market price will be around $110,000. He further noted that the financing vehicle makes this affordable. The units will be 950 square feet. This financing will be available to first-time home buyers or those who have not owned a home within the past three years. The reason for this is to regulate speculative buyers who are not owner occupiers. No one else wishing to speak, Commissioner Howard moved that the public hearing be closed, seconded by Commissioner Dickson and unanimously adopted. P10T I ON Commissioner Kotowski moved that PD 81-14 be approved subject to the conditions listed in the Staff Comment sheet and as redlined. This motion was seconded by Commissioner Howard. Discussion on Motion Commissioner Dickson stated that he had been opposed to the application for development of this parcel when only 13 units were proposed, and now this applicant is proposing 14 units. The project is proposed at the maximum density. For these reasons, Commissioner Dickson stated he would be opposing this motion. Commissioner Fairbanks also felt the density is too high. Chairman Kasolas expressed a concern regarding preferential housing; he felt the housing should be open to everyone. -7- Vote on Motion AYES: Commissioners: Howard, Kotowski NOES: Commissioners: Dickson, Fairbanks, Kasolas ABSENT: Commissioners: Campos, Meyer RESOLUTION N0. 2077 Commissioner Dickson moved that the Planning Commission adopt Resolution No. 2077 recommending denial of PD 81-14 since this proposed development is proposed at the high end of the density range; seconded by Commissioner Fairbanks and adopted by the following roll call vote: AYES: Commissioners: Dickson, Fairbanks, Kasolas NOES: Commissioners: Howard, Kotowski ABSENT: Commissioners: Campos, Meyer At this time the applicant wished to reappear before the Commission. It was the consensus of the Commission to move on to the next item. TS 81-27 Tentative Subdivision Map: Lands of HADCO Lands of HADCO 55-79 Redding Rd., APN 413-23-44 & 45 Mr. Kee explained that this tentative subdivision map relates directly to the previous application. He noted that the Commission would undoubtedly want to send a recommendation on to the Council that would be consistent with the recommendation on the previous application (PD 81-14). Commissioner Fairbanks then moved that the Planning Commission recommend denial of this tentative subdivision map since it is felt that the density is too high. This motion was seconded by Commissioner Dickson and adopted by the following roll call vote: AYES: Commissioners: Kotowski, Dickson, Fairbanks, Kasolas NOES: Commissioners: Howard ABSENT: Commissioners: Campos, Meyer MISCELLANEOUS UP 80-30 Request of Mr. Henry J. Santoro for an extension Santoro, H. on approved plans to construct 12 townhomes on property known as 1165 & 1169 Smith Avenue in a P-D (Planned Development/Low-Medium Density Residential) Zoning District. Mr. Kee explained that this is a request for an extension of approved plans to construct townhomes at 1165 and 1169 Smith Avenue. Staff is recommending approval of this request. Commissioner Dickson stated that he once again is opposed to this project. -8- Commissioner Kotowski moved that the Planning Commission grant a one-year extension of approval for this project. This motion was seconded by Commissioner Howard and adopted by the following roll call vote: AYES: Commissioners: Howard, Kotowski, Kasolas NOES: Commissioners: Dickson, Fairbanks ABSENT: Commissioners: Campos, Meyer Staff Report Resolution expressing appreciation to James D. Baldwin, A.I.A., for services rendered to the Site and Architectural Review Committee. RESOLUTION N0. 2078 Commissioner Fairbanks moved that the Planning Commission adopt Resolution No. 2078 expressing appreciation to James D. Baldwin, A.I.A., for services rendered to the Site and Architectural Review Committee of the City of Campbell, seconded by Commissioner Kotowski and adopted by the following roll call vote: AYES: Commissioners: Howard, Kotowski, Dickson, Fairbanks, Kasolas NOES: Commissioners: None ABSENT: Commissioners: Campos, Meyer Staff Report Consideration of date for joint study session with the City Council to review the guidelines set forth in the San Tomas Task Force Report and Condominium Zoning District. It was the consensus of the Commission that the date of January 18, 1982 be set as a study session, 7:30 p.m., to discuss the above-referenced subjects. An,1rn1RNMENT It was moved by Commissioner Kotowski, and seconded by Commissioner Dickson, that the Planning Commission meeting be adjourned. The meeting adjourned at 9:22 p.m. APPROVED: George C. Kasolas Chairman ATTEST: Arthur A. Kee Secretary RECORDED: Jeannine Wade Recording Secretary