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PC Min 01/06/1981PLANNING COP-1f1ISSIOP~! CITY OF CAMPBELL, CALIFORNIA TUESDAY, 7:30 P.M. MINUTES JANUARY 6, 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. ROLL CALL Present Commissioners: Pack, Kotowski, Campos, Meyer, Dickson, Chairman Kasolas; Planning Director Arthur A. Kee, Principal Planner Philip J. Stafford, Engineering Manager Bill Helms, City Attorney J. Robert Dempster, Recording Secretary Jeannine JJade. Absent Commissioner Fairbanks. APPROVAL OF P1INUTES December 16, 1981 Commissioner Meyer moved that the minutes of the regular meeting of December 16, 1981 be approved as submitted, seconded by Commissioner Pack and unanimously adopted. COi~1'~1UN I CATIONS P1r. Kee reported that communications received relate to specific items on the agenda and would be considered at that time. At this time Commissioner h1eyer inquired if Items No. 3 and 4 on this evening's agenda could be considered after consideration of their respective development plans (Item No. 4 after Item No. 13 and Item No. 3 following consideration of Item No. 14). It was the consensus of the Commission that these items be considered accordingly. CONSENT CALENDAR S 80-18 Approval of landscape plans for property known as Jury, td. 250 E. Hacienda Avenue, industrial development of Southbay Construction and Development Company. Commissioner Kotowski reported that the applicant had met with Site and Architectural Review Committee, and the Committee is recommending approval of the plans as redlined. Commissioner Meyer then moved that the landscape plans for property known as 250 E. Hacienda Avenue be approved as redlined, seconded by Commissioner Kotowski and unanimously adopted. *** -2- PD 80-09 Request for approval of a minor modification for a Amanatullah, D1. previously approved retail addition on property known as 1810 S. Bascom Avenue in a P-D (Planned Development/Commercial) Zoning District. Mr. Kee reported that the applicant requested that this item be removed from the agenda; therefore, staff's recommendation would be changed to denial without prejudice. Commissioner Kotowski moved that the request for approval of a minor modifi- cation fora previously approved retail addition on property known as 1810 S. Bascom Avenue be denied without prejudice since the applicant- has withdrawn his request. This motion was seconded by Commissioner Meyer and unanimously adopted. ARCHITECTURAL APPROVALS S 80-25 Continued application of Mr. Jeff Fleming for approval Fleming, J. of plans and elevations to allow construction of 6 condominium units on property known as 1444 W. Latimer Avenue in an R-2-S (Multiple Family/Pledium Density Residential) Zoning District. Commissioner Kotowski reported that the applicant met with the Site and Architectural Review Committee this morning, and the Committee is recommending approval of this application subject to the conditions listed in the Staff Comment Sheet. Commissioner Pack then moved that S 80-25 be approved subject to the Conditions of Approval listed in the Staff Comment Sheet (a copy of this is attached hereto and made a part of these minutes). This motion was seconded by Commissioner Kotowski and unanimously adopted. *** S 80-28 Application of Mr. Robert Peepari for approval of plans Peepari, R. and elevations to allow construction of a 8,650 sq. ft. commercial (retail) building on property known as 2160 S. Bascom Avenue in a C-2-S (General Commercial) Zoning District. Commissioner Kotowski reported that the applicant had met with the Site and Architectural Review Committee this morning, and the Committee is recommending a continuance of this application to the Planning Commission meeting of January 20 in order that concerns about on-site traffic circulation could be resolved. Mr. Kee stated that staff is also recommending a continuance of this application in order that revised plans could be submitted; he further noted that the pro- perty owner to the east would prefer that this building also have a 25' setback. -3- Mrs. Robinson, property owner next door to the site, requested that a 25' setback considered. She felt that with a 25' setback the building wouldn't look so bad. Commissioner Meyer then moved that S 80-28 be continued to the Planning Commission meeting of January 20 in order that revised plans could be sub- mitted and that the applicant take into consideration Mrs. Robinson's concerns regarding a 25' setback. This motion was seconded by Commissioner Kotowski and unanimously adopted. *** S 81-01 Application of Mr. Ralph Doetsch for approval to Doetsch, R, construct a 14, 377 sq. ft. industrial building on property known as 1580 Dell Avenue in a CM (Industrial) Zoning District. Commissioner Kotowski reported that the applicant had met with the Site and Architectural Review Committee this morning and the applicant has indicated that the parking could be modified in order to retain a pine tree on the property. He noted the Committee is recommending approval of this application, with revised plans to be submitted to the Planning Department in order that the tree could remain. Mr. Kee stated that staff is also recommending approval. Commissioner Meyer then moved that S 81-01 be approved subject to the Conditions of Approval listed in the Staff Comment Sheet (a copy of which is attached hereto and made a part of these minutes) and with revised plans to come back to the staff. This motion was seconded by Commissioner Pack and unanimously adopted. *** PUBLIC HEARINGS PD 80-08 This is the time and place fora continued public DuVon, G. hearing to consider the application of Mr. Gabor DuVon for a planned development permit and approval of plans, elevations and development schedule to allow construction of 8 townhomes on property known as 147 and 161 N. Central Avenue in a P-D (Planned Development/Office and Low-Medium Density Residential) Zoning District. Commissioner Kotowski reported that the applicant had met with the Site and Architectural Review Committee this morning and requested a continuance to the January 20 Planning Commission meeting. The Committee is in agreement with the applicant's request. Chairman Kasolas opened the public hearing and invited anyone in the audience to speak for or against this application. No one wishing to speak, Commissioner Pack moved that PD 80-08 be continued to the Planning Commission meeting of January 20, seconded by Commissioner Kotowski and unanimously adopted. *** -4- It was the consensus of the Commission Item No. 10 be considered next on the agenda since the applicant was not present to speak on Item No. 9. ZC 80-14 This is the time and place fora continued public Serra-Pacific hearing to consider the application of Serra-Pacific, Inc. for a zone change from R-M (Multiple Family Residential) to P-D (Planned Development) and approval of plans, elevations and development schedule to construct 12 townhomes on property known as 205 and 215 Shelley Avenue in a R-M (Multiple Family Residential/Low-Medium Density Residential) Zoning District. Chairman Kasolas reported that due to a potential conflict of interest he would be abstaining on this application, and then turned the gavel over to Vice Chairman Meyer. Chairman Kasolas left the Council Chambers at 8:13 p.m. Commissioner Kotowski reported that the Site and Architectural Review Committee is recommending approval subject to the submittal of revised elevations since there were concerns about the use of more than one type of siding. It was the Architectural Advisor's opinion that either lapboard or stucco be used. Chairman Kasolas re-entered the Council Chambers at 8:16 p.m. Mr. Kee stated that staff is also recommending approval subject to revised elevations being submitted to indicate either stucco or lap siding noting there should be consistency. Vice Chairman Meyer opened the public hearing and invited anyone in the audience to speak for or against this application. No one wishing to be heard, Commissioner Pack moved that the public hearing be closed, seconded by Commissioner Kotowski and adopted with Chairman Kasolas abstaining. Commissioner Dickson stated that he would be opposing this motion approval of this application since this property will be developed at the high end of the density spectrum; he felt that the developers should have developed more toward the middle of the density range allowed. RESOLUTION N0. 1958 Commissioner Pack moved that the Planning Commission adopt Resolution No. 1958 recommending approval of a zone change from R-M (Multiple Family Residential) to P-D (Planned Development) for property known as 205 and 215 Shelley Avenue. This motion was seconded by Commissioner Kotowski and adopted by the following roll call vote: AYES: Commissioners: Pack, Kotowski, Campos, Meyer NOES: Commissioners: Dickson ABSENT: Commissioners: Fairbanks ABSTAIN: Commissioners: Kasolas -5- RESOLUTION NO. 1959 Commissioner Pack moved that the Planning Commission adopt Resolution No. 1959 recommending approval of plans, elevations and development schedule for 205 and 215 Shelley Avenue subject to the condition that revised elevations be submitted to staff. This motion was seconded by Commissioner Kotowski and adopted by the following roll call vote: AYES: Commissioners: Pack, Kotowski, Campos, Meyer NOES: Commissioners: Dickson ABSENT: Commissioners: Fairbanks ABSTAIN: Commissioners: Kasolas MISCELLANEOUS TS 80-18 Tentative Subdivision Map: Lands of Serra-Pacific Lands of Serra APN 413-25-105 and 106 (205 & 215 Shelley Avenue) Pacific Mr. Kee reported that staff's recommendation is for approval of this tentative subdivision map. Commissioner Kotowski then moved that the Planning Commission find that the proposed map is in conformance with the General Plan and that it be recommended for approval by the City Council. This motion was seconded by Commissioner Pack and adopted with Commissioner Dickson voting "No" and Chairman Kasolas abstaining. Referral from Referral from the City Council regarding proposed City Council developments in which existing structures are to remain. Mr. Kee reported that on November 4, 1980 the Commission adopted a resolution which recommended that the City Council adopt a policy with regard to develop- ments which propose to retain an existing residential structure. The City Council considered the Commission's recommendation at its meeting of December 22, 1980. At that time, the Council took action to refer a draft of a policy statement to the Commission for consideration. This draft is now being presented to the Commission for its consideration. After lengthy discussion regarding the interpretation of the draft, it was the consensus of the Commission that this item be discussed at a study session with the Council. It was then noted that a study session of the Planning Commission is scheduled for Tuesday, January 13 at 7:30 p.m. and it was the consensus that the Council be invited to attend this study session in order to discuss a policy regarding proposed developments with existing structures and the Condominium Conversion Ordinance. Mr. Kee stated that staff would be certain that each Councilmember is con- tacted personally in order that each could be invited to the study session. *** -6- At this time Commissioner Meyer moved that consideration of continuing Items No. 12 and 14 (ZC 80-16 and ZC 81-01) be given. This motion failed for lack of a second. It was the consensus of the Commission that consideration of items on this evening's agenda relating to this policy could be given consideration and a decision made prior to adoption of a policy. PUBLIC HEARINGS ZC 80-16 This is the time and place fora continued public Snyder, P. hearing to consider the application of P1r. Pepper Snyder on behalf of Clear Lake Development Co. for a zone change from R-M (Low-Medium Density Residential) to P-D (Planned Development) and approval of plans, elevations and development schedule to construct 14 townhomes on the property known as 107 & 115 Shelley Avenue in an R-M (Low-Medium Density Residential) Zoning District. Commissioner Kotowski reported that the applicant had met with the Site and Architectural Review Committee this morning and the Committee is in accord with staff's recommendation for approval. Mr. Kee stated that the applicant was advised of the resolution adopted by the Commission regarding proposed developments with existing structures at the time application was made. Commissioner Meyer expressed concern about the existing house and the proposed units as regards density. Chairman Kasolas opened the public hearing and invited anyone in the audience to speak for or against this item. Mr. Pepper Snyder appeared before the Commission to render a favorable recommen dation on this application. He noted that the concerns expressed by the Commission at its last meeting had been addressed. No one else wishing to speak, Commissioner Pack moved that the public hearing be closed, seconded by Commissioner Campos and unanimously adopted. Commissioner Dickson noted he will be opposing approval of this application since he felt the density should fall more in the middle of the range. Commissioners Kotowski, Pack and Campos spoke in favor of approval of this application. RESOLUTION N0. 1960 Commissioner Pack moved that the Planning Commission adopt Resolution No. 1960 recommending a zone change from R-h1 (Multiple Family Residential) to P-D (Planned Development) for property known as 107 and 155 Shelley Avenue. This motion was seconded by Commissioner Campos and adopted by the following roll call vote: AYES: Commissioners: Pack, Kotowski, Campos, Meyer, Kasolas NOES: Commissioners: Dickson ABSENT: Commissioners: Fairbanks -7- RESOLUTION N0. 1961 Commissioner Pack moved that the Planning Commission adopt Resolution No. 1961 recommending approval of plans, elevations and development schedule to construct 14 townhomes on the property-known as 107 and 115 Shelley Avenue in an R-M (Low-Medium Density Residential) Zoning District. This motion was seconded by Commissioner Campos and adopted by the following roll call vote: AYES: Commissioners: Pack, Kotowski, Campos, Meyer, Kasolas NOES: Commissioners: Dickson ABSENT: Commissioners: Fairbanks The Commission took a break at 9:20 p.m.; the meeting reconvened at 9:38 p.m. *** At this time Chairman Kasolas presented a plaque to Commissioner Campos, Chairman for 1980. Mr. Kee then read Resolution No. 1956 commending Commissioner Campos on his chairmanship for 1980. Chairman Kasolas presented Resolution No. 1956 to Commissioner Campos. UP 80-32 This is the time and place for a public hearing to Casttagnolo, V. consider the application of Mr. Vincent Casttagnolo, Jr. fora use permit and approval of plans, elevations and development schedule to construct four townhomes on property known as 1155 Smith Avenue in an Interim (Low-Medium Density Residential) Zoning District. Commissioner Kotowski reported that the applicant met with the Site and Architectural Review Committee this morning. He noted the Committee had concerns about 5 trees on the site; however, it was found that these trees will be retained. P1r. Kee noted that staff is recommending approval of this application. Chairman Kasolas opened the public hearing and invited anyone in the audience to speak for or against this application. Mr. Roger Griffin, designer of the project, appeared to explain the new site layout. No one else wishing to speak, Commissioner Pack moved that the public hearing be closed, seconded by Commissioner Kotowski and unanimously adopted. Commissioner Dickson felt that this project could have been accomplished in the R-M Zoning District. - 8- 'tESOLUTION N0. 1957 Commissioner Meyer moved that the Planning Commission adopt Resolution No. 1957 recommending approval of a use permit and approval of plans, elevations and development schedule to construct four town homes on property known as 1155 Smith Avenue in an Interim (Low-Medium Density Residential) Zoning District. This motion was seconded by Commissioner Kotowski and adopted by the following roll call vote: AYES: Commissioners: Pack, Kotowski, Campos, P~eyer, Kasolas NOES: Commissioners: Dickson ABSENT: Commissioners: Fairbanks *** ZC 81-01 This is the time and place fora public hearing to Stokes, G. consider the application of Mr. Gary Stokes on behalf of Cal-Com Leasing and Development, In c_, fora zone change from R-M (Multiple Family Residential) to P-D (Planned Development) and approval of plans, elevations and development schedule to construct 13 townhomes on property known as 55 and 79 Redding Road in a R-M (Multiple Family Residential) Zoning District. Mr. Kee reported that a request has been received from the applicant for a continuance of this item to the Planning Commission meeting of January 20, 1981. Commissioner Kotowski reported that the applicant had met with the Site and Architectural Review Committee this morning and there were concerns about sideyard setbacks and distance between buildings. Therefore, the Committee is in accord with a continuance of this application. Chairman Kasolas opened the public hearing and invited anyone in the audience to speak for or against this item. No one wishing to speak, Commissioner Pack moved that this application be continued to the Planning Commission meeting of January 20, 1981 at the request of the applicant, seconded by Commissioner Kotowski and unanimously adopted. TS 80-20 Tentative Subdivision Map: Lands of Cal-Com Leasing. Cal-Com Leasing APN 413-23-44 & 45 (55/79 Redding Road). Commissioner Pack moved that TS 80-20 be continued to the meeting of January 20, 1981 in order that action could first be taken on ZC 81-01 prior to making a decision on this map, seconded by Commissioner Kotowski and unanimously adopted. ZC 81-02 Public hearing to consider the application of Mr. Gary Stokes, G. Stokes on behalf of Cal-Com Leasing & Development, Inc. for a zone change from R-M (P~ultiple Family Residential) to P-D (Planned Development) and approval of plans, elevations and development schedule to allow construction -9- of 10 townhomes on property known as 72, 76, 112 & 114 Shelley Avenue in a R-M (P~ultiple Family Residential) Zoning District. Mr. Kee reported that the applicant has requested a continuance of this item to the next regularly scheduled Planning Commission meeting. Commissioner Kotowski reported that the applicant had met with the Site and Architectural Review Committee this morning and requested a continuance of this application to the next regularly scheduled Planning Commission meeting. Chairman Kasolas opened the public hearing and invited anyone in the audience to speak on this item. No one wishing to be heard, Commissioner Meyer moved that this item be continued to the Planning Commission meeting of January 20, 1981, seconded by Commissioner Kotowski and unanimously adopted. TS 80-19 Tentative Subdivision Map; Lands of Cal-Com Leasing Lands of Cal- APN 413-25-082, 102 & 103 (72, 76, 112 & 114 Shelley Com Leasing Avenue). Commissioner Meyer moved that TS 80-19 be continued to the meeting of January 20, 1981 in order that action could first be taken on ZC 81-02 prior to making a decision on this map, seconded by Commissioner Kotowski and unanimously adopted. ZC 81-03 Public hearing to consider the establishment of Zoning Leigh 80-5 for an area annexed to the City of Campbell under pro- ceedings known as Leigh 80-5. Mr. Kee reported that the staff is recommending a continuance of this item to the meeting of February 3, 1981 in order that letters to property owners could be sent out. Chairman Kasolas opened the public hearing and invited anyone in the audience to speak for or against this item. No one wishing to .speak, Commissioner Dickson moved that ZC 81-03 be continued to the Planning Commission meeting of February 3, 1981, seconded by Commissioner Meyer and unanimously adopted. *** MISCELLANEOUS UP 80-05 Referral from the City Council concerning the applica- Carvalho, J. tion of Mr. John Carvalho for revised plans to construct a townhouse development on property known as 1075 Hacienda Avenue in an Interim (Low-Medium Density Residential) Zoning District. -10- Mr. Kee explained that he met with the applicant and the applicant is requesting a continuance of this matter to the next regularly scheduled Planning Commission meeting. He noted that this application has been in process since March 1980. Commissioner Campos then moved that UP 80-5 be continued to the Planning Commission meeting of January 20, 1981, seconded by Commissioner Kotowski and unanimously adopted. *** Appointments to Planning Commission Committees for 1981 Chairman Kasolas made the following appointments to committees for 1981: Site and Architectural Review Committee Transit Committee Liaison to the City Council Jane Meyer, Chairman Michael Kotowski Peggy Pack, Alternate JoAnn Fairbanks Dan Campos Chairman Kasolas then stated that he would make the appointment to the Special Citizens' Advisory Committee at the next meeting. Informational Item Letter dated December 1980 from Margaret Estep. It was the consensus of the Commission that this item be continued to the meeting of January 20, 1981 in order the staff could prepare a report on this subject. Mr. Kee reminded the Commission that a Study Session has been scheduled for Tuesday, January 13, 1981 in the Council Chambers at 7:30 p.m. to discuss the Condominium Conversion Ordinance and "Proposed Developments with Existing Structures." ITEMS BROUGHT UP BY COMMISSIONERS Commissioner Meyer inquired if the Staff Comment Sheets could include the surrounding uses of property. ~~r. Kee responded that staff would include the uses surrounding a proposed application. -11- ADJOURNMENT Commissioner P~eyer moved that the meeting be adjourned, seconded by Commissioner Kotowski and .unanimously adopted. The meeting adjourned at 10:23 p.m. APPROVED: George C. Kasolas Chairman ATTEST: Arthur A. Kee ecretary RECORDED: Jeannine Wade ecording Secretary