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PC Min 09/16/1980PLANNING COMMISSION CITY OF CAPIPBELL, CALIFORNIA TUESDAY, 7:30 P.M. MINUTES SEPTEMBER 16, 1980 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 N. Central Avenue, Campbell, California. ROLL CALL Present Commissioners: Pack, Dickson, Meyer, Kasolas (7:48), Kotowski, Fairbanks, Chairman Campos; Principal Planner Philip J. Stafford, Planner I Tim Haley, Engineering Manager Bill Helms, Acting City Attorney Brian Duckworth, Recording Secretary Jeannine LJade. Absent: Planning Director Arthur A. Kee. APPROVAL OF MINUTES September 2, 1980 Commissioner Pack inquired if there were sufficient findings for denial of UP 80-20 in Resolution No. 1929 as listed on page 5 of the minutes. Fir. Stafford responded that in the resolution itself it lists the findings and felt that would be sufficient. Commissioner Pack then moved that the minutes of the Planning Commission meeting of September 2, 1980 be approved as submitted, seconded by Commissioner Dickson and unanimously adopted. *** COMMUNICATIONS Mr. Stafford reported that communications received relate to specific items on the agenda and would be discussed at that time. *** ARCHITECTURAL APPROVALS SA 80-36 Appeal of the decision of the Planning Director regarding California Canadian the applicatcyn for new signs at the California Canadian Bank Barrk, lacated at 94 S. San Tomas Aquino Road, in a C-2-S Zoning District. Mr. Stafford reported that a communication had been received from the applicant requesting that this item be removed from the agenda since the applicant had reached an agreement with the Staff rei~~r•ding the signing. A copy of this communication, dated September 11, 1980 is ~attacEred hereto and made a part of this record. -2- Commissioner P1eyer then moved that SA 50-36 be removed from the agenda as requested by the applicant, secor:~:.ti~:u L~, ~~;~~.~issioner Kotovrski and unanimously adopted. *** S 80-21 Application of P~Ir. Warren G. Jacobsen for approval of Jacobsen, W. plans and elevations to construct an office building of approximately 8,000 s.f. on property known as 42 W. Campbell Avenue in a P-0 (Professional Office) Zoning District. Commissioner Kotowski reported that the Site and Architectural Review Committee met with the applicant this morning to review this application. He noted that the Staff Comment Sheet had listed masonite siding, however the applicant noted it would be plywood siding. He reported that the Committee is recommending approval, subject to the conditions listed in the Staff Comment Sheet. Discussion then ensued regarding landscaping for this project. It was the consensus of the Commission that as much landscaping as possible be provided for the site. Commissioner Kasolas entered the Council Chambers at 7:48 p.m. Commissioner Pack then moved that the Planning Commission approve S 80-21, subject to the conditions listed in the Staff Comment Sheet with the added condition that "Landscape plan to be approved by the Site and Architectural Review Committee, and the plan is to show 'mature' (5 gallon size) landscaping." This motion was seconded by Commission Dickson and unanimously adopted. A copy of these conditions are attached hereto and made a part of these minutes. *** PUBLIC HEARINGS At this time Commissioner Dickson posed the question of notices of public hearing being legal; the date in the original notice of hearing stated Tuesday, September 19 when it should have been Tuesday, September 16. Acting City Attorney Duckworth advised that corrected notices had been mailed out in sufficient time, and a public hearing will also be held before the City Council; therefore, it was his opinion. that the hearings should proceed as if properly noticed. EIR 80-2 This is the time and place for a public hearing to Jury, W./Southbay consider the draft EIR which has been prepared for Construction plans to construct six office-industrial-warehouse buildings on property known as 250 E. Hacienda Avenue in a CPi:6-80 (Controlled Manufacturing/ Industrial) Zoning District. Mr. Stafford reviewed the background of this item for the Commission. He stated that the applicant is proposing to redevelop the site of the IBM plant at the. corner of Hacienda and Dell Avenues; the plans indicate that the existing building will be retained and that six additional industrial buildings will be -3- constructed. He further noted that Staff has reviewed the Draft and is satisfied that it meets the primary concerns of the Planning Department with regard to this project. Under the State guidelines, an EIR need not address every environmental concern, but only those which are agreed upon as being most likely to be affected by the proposed project. In this instance, the main areas of concern identified by Staff were traffic impacts and the effect that this development will have on the Jobs/Housing Balance. He further noted that Staff is recommending that the Commission certify this Draft EIR as complete, and that mitigating measures contained therein be used in reviewing the development plans for the proposed project. Commissioner Kasolas felt that certification at this time-was inappropriate since there are many questions still unanswered, particularly one about the number of parking spaces being required (1,038 spaces) when there are only 525 employees proposed. He also expressed concern about the traffic generated in this area by the proposed project and the fact that Knowles Drive is proposed to be extended across Winchester Boulevard by the City of Los Gatos, however there is no guarantee. Commissioner Kasolas felt the EIR is not complete. Mr. Stafford explained Staff's position in relation to certification of this EIR. He noted that Winchester Boulevard is projected to be constructed to four full lanes and this will be one of the last major developments along this area. Mr. Helms explained that if the Commission had the raw back-up data included as part of the EIR the information presented might be more understandable Staff feels the report is quite complete and the conclusions are valid. The only significant impact would be to the intersection of Hacienda and Winchester, and Staff is recommending that a left-turn lane be provided. Chairman Campos noted he also had concerns with this report, specifically Items 10 and 17 listed therein. P1r. Stafford reported that should the Commission so desire, specific items or areas could be referred back to the applicant for comment and/or clarification. Commissioner Pack inquired about the breakdown of the uses of the property (Condition No. 7 attached to the Staff Comment Sheet for Item No. 4, S 80-18). f1r. Stafford stated that this had been an oversight on Staff's part; the breakdown should be as follows: 68,534 square feet of office use, 69,145 square feet of speculative industrial (manufacturing) use, and 150,878 square feet of warehouse use. Commissioner Kotowski reported that there will be an increase in the use of the Southern Pacific line since Permanente will be using coal and it will be transported by rail. He expressed concern about this increase in use of the Southern Pacific line and its effect on Hacienda Avenue. He felt this should be addressed in the EIR. Chairman Campos opened the public hearing and invited anyone in the audience to speak on this item. -qe. Mr. George Greene of 1340 E. Car:~ebell l~vF:.~~;~~e ~;ppearrd to inquire if any of the proposed structures would be usad ,=~~,~ ~~~-~~~~~~'~~~:4ial purposes. He also inquired if there would be any use of the ,.;:~~.:~~~~: ~;:-~~a. ~.urro;andinc the buildings. Mr. Stafford responded that this is zeroed industrial, therefore residential uses would not be allowed in this urea. He further noted that the Zoning Ordinance prohibits the conduct of an industrial use outside of an enclosed building. Mr. Jim Maier of 19221 Saratoga-Los Gatos Road, .Saratoga, with Southbay Construction Company, appeared to speak in favor of this project. Mr. Cushman of 127G Walnut Dr. appeared to inquire about the noise of the garbage trucks in the area. He noted that they are currently a nuisance and felt this project would generate additional noise in the area. He stated that he is not against this construction as long as it does not interfere with the liveability of the area. Mr. George Heeg of Creegan & D'Angelo appeared to speak to the EIR presented to the Commission. He noted that traffic counts were taken at peak hours to arrive at traffic figures. It was the consensus of the Commission that additional traffic peak hours should be monitored and vehicle counts recorded, as well as presentation of the raw data-used for the EIR to the Planning Commission for its review and information. Commissioner Pack then moved that EIR 80-2 be continued to the Planning Commission meeting of October 7, 1980 in order that concerns of the Commission could be addressed in the following areas: traffic, potential health hazard, noise generation, parking, submittal of the raw data used to arrive at traffic determinations, the effect of the traffic of this project with the increased usage of the Southern Pacific railroad, the impact of this project should it have more of a manufacturing nature rather than a warehousing nature, traffic west of Winchester that would move down Hacienda, consideration of changing the signalization due to heavier train movements. This motion was seconded by Commissioner Pleyer and unanimously adopted. *** Mr. Stafford noted that the next item is not a public hearing, however it should be considered once a determination is made on EIR 80-2 (directly related to this item). S 80-18 Application of P1r. William Jury on behalf of Southbay J4ry, W./Southbay Construction and Development Company for approval of Construction plans to construct six office-industrial-warehouse buildings on property known as 250 E. Hacienda Avenue in a C-M:B-80 (Controlled Panufacturing/Industrial) Zoning District. Commissioner Kasolas reported that the Site and Arc.hitectura7 Review Committee is not prepared to make a recommendation on this item since there are concerns with the EIR directly related to this project. -5- Since this was not a public hearing, Commissioner Dickson moved that S 80-18 be continued to the Planning Commission meeting of October 7, 1980 in order that concerns regarding the EIR could be addressed before a determination is made on this project, seconded by Commissioner Meyer and unanimously adopted. *** The Commission took a break at 9:00 p.m.; the meeting-reconvened at 9:15 p. m. *** GP 80-11 This is-the time and place for a public hearing to Rose, C. consider the application of Mr. Charles Rose for an amendment to the Land Use Element of the General Plan from "Public, Semi-Public and Commercial" to "High Density Residential and/or Professional Office" for properties .known as 44 E. Latimer Avenue. Mr. Stafford noted that two items of communication ha do been. received on this application: (1) a letter from Ms. Karen Stephens of 164 N. Third Street opposing_this.Gene:ral Plan change, and (2~) a petition signed by 99 residents in the area also in opposition tb this application. Copies of these communi- cations are attached hereto and made a part of these minutes. . Mr. Stafford then reported that the applicant is proposing to amend the Land Use Element of the General Plan from "Public, Semi-Public" to "High Density Residential and/or Professional Office" :for property known as 44 E. Latimer Avenue. This 2.5 acre site was formerly occupied by the administrative office of the West Valley College Distri-ct. The applicant _is also proposing an amendment to the Land Use Element from "Commercial" to "Commercial and/or High Density Residential" for two properties located at the southeasterly corner of Winchester Boulevard and Latimer Avenue. The City Council has approved an amendment to the Land Use Element of the General Plan for the property to the south, to include "High Density Residential". The Council has also recently given first reading to an ordinance which would allow development to_this parcel to the south at a density of approximately 26 units .per acre. Mr. Stafford further reported that while the extension of a multi-family residential land use to include the subject properties has merit, Staff cannot support a "High Density Residential" land use as proposed in this application. Instead, Staff is recommending a "hledium Density:~esi8ential" land use, which would allow 14-20 units per gross acre rather than the 21-27 units per acre requested. The two main reasons why Staff is not recommending approval of High Density Residential for this area are: (1) the access to the largest parcel is limited to Latimer Avenue. Access may be provided to Winchester Boulevard by way of the two smaller parcels fronting on Winchester Boulevard, but there is no way, at this time, of assuring that this will actually come about; and (2) there is concern over the potential impact a high density development would have on the existing single-family dwellings (three) which abut the easterly portion of the subject property. Staff feels that a Medium Density Residential development would be mare compatible with this low density development. Staff is recommending the proposed "Professional Office" land use designation as an alternative to the "Medium Density Residential". Through proper design, it has been Staff's experience than an office building can be made compatible with residential developments. ..~- Commissioner Kasolas inquired as to why this property is being recommended for t~tedium Density Residential when the property to the south was recommended for High Density Residential. Mr. Stafford explained that the primary difference between the two is frontage along public streets; he noted that the plans for the property to the south propose access to Third Street, Civic Center Drive, and Yinchester Boulevard, while the proposed property has access only from Winchester Boulevard. He further noted that there have been no plans submitted for this site as yet. Chairman Campos opened the public hearing and invited anyone in the audience to speak on this item. Commissioner Pack inquired if this item had been one of the applications that had been incorrectly noticed; and if so, possibly this should be given further consideration and continued. Mr. Stafford responded that this item had been one of those incorrectly noticed. P•1r. Dale O'Toole, developer of the project, appeared to speak in favor of a High Density Residential General Plan designation for this site. He noted that it is planned to construct two-story buildings on the site, leaving the corner section as a "Commercial" designation. He felt since the property to the south is High Density Residential, this would be an ideal site for High Density Residential. Mr. Joe Ward of 165 N. Third Street spoke to the effect of a high density on the adjacent neighborhood. He noted the increase that would occur in the areas of traffic, noise, and other environmental impacts. He felt that an EIR should be required prior to development of this site. He also wondered if there could be some kind of restriction on the number of pets in the area. Mr. Charlie Rose of 1719 Cherry Grove Drive, San Jose, owner of the property, appeared before the Commission to seek approval of a High Density Residential designation for this property. No one else wishing to speak, Commissioner Kotowski moved that the public hearing be closed, seconded by Commissioner Meyer and unanimously adopted. Commissioner Pack inquired if there were any plans to widen Latimer Avenue in the near future. She then inquired about the traffic incidents at the post office entrance%exit. Mr. Helms explained that Latimer is .constructed to its ultimate configuration, with on-street parking on both sides. He noted that the occurrence of traffic fender/benders at the post office is no more than usual for a similar site. He did note that the parking and access to the post site leaves a lot to be desired. Pioti on Commissioner Kasolas felt the request of the applicant (High-Density Residential) is certainly in order, he then moved that the Planning Commission adopt a resolu- tion recommending an amendment to the Land Use Element of the General Plan from "Public, Semi-Public" to "High Density Residential" as requested by the applicant, for property known as 44 E. Latimer Avenue. This motion died for lack of a second. -7- RESOLUTION N0. 1931 Commissioner Meyer moved that the Planning Commission adopt Resolution No. 1931 recommending an amendment to the Land Use Element of the General Plan from "Public, Semi-Public" ~~o "h;edium Density Residential and/or Professional Office" for property known as 44 E. Latimer Avenue. This motion was seconded by Commissioner Pack and unanimously adopted by the following roll call vote: AYES: Commissioners: Pack, Dickson, Meyer, Kasolas, Kotowski, Fairbanks, Campos NOES: Commissioners: None ABSENT: Commissioners: None RESOLUTION N0. 1932 Commissioner Kasolas moved that the Planning Commission adopt Resolution No. 1932 recommending an amendment to the Land Use Element of the General Plan from "Commercial" to "Commercial and/or Medium Density Residential" for property known as 1820 and 1840 South Winchester Boule- vard since this designation would allow more flexibility. This a dop AYES: Commissioners: NOES: Commissioners: ABSENT: Commissioners: motion was seconded by Commissioner Kotowski and ted by the following .roll call vote: Pack, Dickson, Meyer, Kasolas, Kotowski, Fairbanks, Campos None None *** GP 80-12 This is the time and place for a public hearing on a City-initiated City-initiated amendment to the Land Use Element of the General Plan from Medium Density to another land use category for property located on the northerly side of Bucknall Avenue, between Fulton Street and Whitwood Lane. Mr. Stafford reported that at its meeting of August 5, 1980, the Planning Commission recommended approval of plans to allow construction of 8 townhomes at 1735 Bucknall Avenue. This project, known as ZC 80-8, will have a density of 14.25 units per gross acre. After taking actions to recommend approval of this project, the Commission directed Staff to notice this area for hearing to consider possible amendments to the Land Use Element of the General Plan. The current Land Use Element of the General Plan indicates '°Medium Density" residential for the subject area. The same land use designation (14-20 units per gross acre) is also indicated for the properties to the east, north, and west. Most of the surrounding properties in this medium density area are currently developed with fourplexes, at a density of approximately 17 units per gross acre. The properties on the south side of Bucknall Road, in the City of San Jose are developed with single family detached residences at a density of approximately six units per gross acre. ~;-. If the area were developed to its fullest potential under the °'Medium Density" --- land use (i.e., 20 units per gross acre) tEie maximum number of units permissible would be 36. If the Land Use Element of the General Plan were amended to "Low- ~1edium Density", and developed at the maximum for that density (i.e., 13 units per gross acre) the total number of units allowable would be 24. It is Staff's opinion that the 12 unit difference in the maximum number allowed under each category does not warrant an amendment to the Land Use Element of the General Plan. Bucknall Avenue is indicated as a "Class I Collector Street" on Campbell's Circulation Element. The development of this area'witfi multi-family development, consistent with the existing "Medium Density" residential land use category will not, in Staff's opinion, create an adverse effect on the area. Chairman Campos opened the. public hearing and invited anyone in the audience to speak for or against this project. Mr. Steve Scalaminini of 4440 Bucknall Road, San Jose, appeared before the Commission to speak in favor of a lower density. He then expressed concern about the noise and traffic in the area.. He then inquired about Bucknall becoming closed off to through traffic. Engineering Manager Helms responded that it would not be practical to close Bucknall in this area of Campbell; he felt the speaker should direct that question to the City of San Jose. No one else wishing to speak, Commissioner Kasolas moved that the public hearing be closed, seconded by Commissioner Kotowski and unanimously adopted. Motion At this time Commissioner Pack moved that the Planning Commission adopt a resolution recommending a change in the Land Use Element of the General Plan from Medium Density Residential to Low-Medium Density Residential for property located on the northerly side of Bucknall Avenue, between Fulton Street and Whitwood Lane since (1) the zoning has been R-1, and the Low-Medium Density designation would seem to be more compatible, and (2) because of the .current traffic situation on this street the Medium Density Residential designation would impact the area with more traffic than possibly the street could handle. This motion was seconded by Commissioner Meyer and .failed by the following roll call vote: AYES: Commissioners: Pack, Meyer, Campos NOES: Commissioners: Dickson,. Kasolas, Kotowski, Fairbanks ABSENT: Commissioners: None Motion Commissioner Kasolas then moved that the Planning Commission adopt a motion to not change the Land Use Element of the General Plan for property located on the northerly .side of Bucknall-Avenue, between Fulton Street and Whitwood Lane, as recommended by Staff. This motion was seconded by Commissioner Kotowski and adopted by the following roll call vote: _g_ AYES: Commissioners: Dickson, P~eyer, Kasolas, Kotowski, Fairbanks, Campos NOES: Commissioners: Pack ABSENT: .Commissioners: None *** At this time it was the consensus of the Commission to move on to Item No. 8 on this evening's agenda. PD 80-06 This is the time and place fora public hearing to Calvary Temple consider the application of Rev. Lloyd Hastings on behalf of Calvary Temple, Inc. for a planned develop- ment permit and approval of plans, elevations and development schedule to construct a day care center and assembly hall on property known as 202 Railway Avenue in a P-D (Planned Development/Industrial) Zoning District. Commissioner Kasolas reported that the applicant had met with the Site and Architectural'Review Committee t-his morning, and after discussing the item the applicant requested a continuance of this item to the October 7 Planning Commission meeting. Chairman Campos opened the public hearing and invited anyone in the audience to speak for or against this item. No one wishing to speak, Commissioner Kasolas moved that the public hearing be continued to the October 7, 1980 .Planning Commission meeting, seconded by Commissioner Kotowski and unanimously adopted. *** UP 80-22 This is the time and place for a public hearing to Haro, R. consider the application of Mr. Richard Haro for a use permit and approval of plans and elevations to convert an existing residence to professional office on property known as 199 E. Hamilton Avenue in a C-1-S (Commercial) Zoning District. Commissioner Kasolas reported that the applicant met with the Site and Architectural Review Committee this morning and the applicant is requesting a continuance of this item to the October 7, 1980 Planning Commission meeting. Chairman Campos opened the p~~blic hearing and invited anyone in the audience to speak on this item. Mr. Dana Pefferle of 197 E. Hamilton Avenue appeared to speak against this project. He felt that there were no real architectural changes and this would appear to still be a residence rather than a professional building. He also expressed concern about the number of parking spaces provided. Mr. Richard Haro, architect for the project, appeared to report that he is working on revised plans which would meet the City's requirements. -10- Mr. Adler, owner of the property, appe«~'ed to explain that he plans to use .~ ., ., .. this site for his family-owned CP:~ '.~:,;s ~~~'~' No one else wishing to speak, Corrrn'issione~'~<asolas moved that UP 80-22 be continued to the October 7, 1980 Planning Corr~rission meeting, seconded by Commissioner Meyer and una;~im~ously adopted. * ~ UP 80-23 This is the time a.nd place for a public hearing to California Mobile consider the app"sicction of California Mobile Truss, Truss, Inc. Inc. far a use permit and approval of plans to establish a temporary use of manufacturing of roof trusses can property known as 3185 S. 'sJi nchester Bl~,rd. in an Interim Commercial) Zoning District. Mr. Stafford reported that this item was scheduled to be reviewed by the Site and Architectural Review Committee, however the applicant submitted a request fora continuance of this item to the Planning Commission meeting of October 21. He stated that the applicant is presently using a portion of the subject pro- perty for the storage of lumber and the assembly of trusses to be used in construction. The applicant began this use of the property without obtaining the necessary approvals from the City. On July 25, 1980 Staff notified the property owner that the use being conducted on the property was not in accord with the City's ordinances. That portion of the subject property closest to 4Jinchester Boulevard, and which is being used for storage and manufacturing, is indicated for "Commercial" land use on the Land Use Element. The zoning on the property is, however, "Interim". The Interim Ordinance allows any ease on a piece of property providing that approval is granted by the Planning Commission and City Council. It is the opinion of the City Attorney that because of the provisions of the Interim Ordinance, the application for a use permit should be accepted and heard by the Commission. In discussion with the applicant, it was indicated that the use of this property for this assembly of the trusses would be temporary. It is for this reason that the Staff is recommending approval subject to the conditions listed in the Staff Comment Sheet. Chairman Campos opened the public. hearing and invited anyone in the audience to speak for or against this application. Mr. R. K. Cushman of i274 ~iJalnut Drive appeared to express opposition to the proposed use of this site. !ie noted that he and his wife have been disturbed by the noise generated from this site, they even operate on Saturdays and Sundays. There is hammering, banging of lumber, and dust created by the use. For. Dave Valkenaar of 1331 Walnut Drive spoke against this project, citing noise problems. No one else wishing to speak, Commmissioner Kasolas moved that the public hearing be closed, seconded by Commissioner Meyer and unanimously adopted. -11- It was the consensus of the Commission that this issue should be handled as soon as possible and the applicant be ordered to cease operation of this business. RESOLUTION N0. 1934 Commissioner Pack moved that the Planning Commission adopt Resolution No. 1934 denying UP 80-23 since it is detrimental to the health, safety, peace, morals, comfort, and general welfare of the persons residing or working in the neighborhood of such use, and detrimental and injurious to property and improvements in the neighborhood and the general welfare of the City, and causing undtae noise problems to the residents of the area. This motion was seconded by Commissioner Dickson and adopted by the following roll call vote: AYES: Commissioners: Pack, Dickson,~Meyer, Kasolas, Kotowski, Fairbanks , . Campos NOES: Commissioners: None ABSENT: Commissioners: None Mr. Stafford advised that this would be~a recommendation to the City Council since this property is in the interim.Zonir,g District. Commissioner Kasolas then moved the Planning Staff be requested to take all appropriate steps to-see that this situation is rectified in whatever method Staff feels appropriate. This motion was seconded by Commissioner Kotowski and unanimously adopted. *** The Commission took a break at 11:07 p. m.; the meeting reconvened at 11:17 p.m. *** GP 80-13 This .is the time and place fora public. hearing on a City-initiated City-initiated ,amendment to the Open Space Element of the General Plan regarding Design Criteria for creek- -- side development. Mr. Stafford reported that on February 5, 1980 the Planning Commission considered the report of the Santa Clara Valley Water District which proposed the estab- lishment of certain criteria for properties adjacent to creeks in the area. The Commission went on record endorsing the proposed criteria and indicated that ultimately these design criteria should be made a part of the Open Space Element. At this time, Staff is recommending the adoption of the amendment to the Open Space Element Action Plan. Chairman Campos opened the public hearing and invited anyone in the audience to speak for or against this item. Mr. Don Hebard of 305 Calado Drive, Chairman of the Los Gatos Creek Streamside Park Committee, appeared to speak in favor of this amendment. -12- No one else wishing to speak, Commissioner Pack moved that the public hearing be closed, seconded by Commissioner Meyer and unanimously adopted. RESOLUTION N0. 1933 Commissioner Kasolas moved that the Planning Commission adopt a resolution recommending that the City Council amend the Open Space Element by adding the following section to the Open Space "Action Plan". III. ACTION PLAN F. The design concept for creekside development as proposed by the Santa Clara Valley 4later District is endorsed. Future redevelopment of areas adjacent to water channels shall incorporate these design criteria insofar as practicably possible. This unan AYES: Commissioners: NOES: Commissioners: ABSENT.: Commissioners: motion was seconded by Commissioner Meyer and imously adopted by the following roll call vote: Pack, Dickson, Meyer, Kasolas, Kotowski, Fairbanks, Campos None None UP 80-24 This is the time and place +~or a public hearing to Herbst, J. consider the application of Mr. Jerry Herbst on behalf of Terrible Herbst, Inc. for a use permit and approval of plans and elevations tc rebuild an existing service station on property known as 1311 Camden Avenue in a C-2-S (Commercial) Zoning District. Mr. Stafford reported that the applicant is proposing to rebuild an existing service station. The proposed building will cover approximately 3,600 s.f. or 22% of the 15,700 s.f. site. The canopy structure includes 3 islands with a cashier booth, restroom, and 12 gas pumps. Building materials are indicated as white slumpstone and plaster for walls and columns and mission the for roofing. The site plan indicates that approximately 18% of the lot will be landscaped. There are 5 parking spaces provided in the proposed site plan. Parking require- ments as specified in Section 21.22.030(a)(8) would require the minimum of 6 parking spaces or 1 parking space for every two gas pumps. Although the applicant has not provided the required number of parking spaces, Staff is of the opinion that the proposed number is adequate for a self-service gas station of this type. Staff is recommending a change in the location of the proposed parking spaces as indicated in red on the plans. Commissioner Kasolas reported that the applicant had met with the Site and Architectural Review Committee this morning, and the Committee is recommending approval subject to the redlining of the plans as discussed with the applicant. Chairman Campos opened the public hearing and invited anyone in the audience to speak .for or against this item. -13- Mr. Tony Banion, representing the applicant, appeared before the Commission to report that air and water would be provided at this site. No one else wishing to speak, Commissioner Dickson moved that the public hearing be closed, seconded by Commissioner Meyer and .unanimously adopted. RESOLUTION N0. 1935 Commissioner Dickson moved that the Planning Commission adopt Resolution No. 1935 finding that the use will not impede the proper development of the area, and approving UP 80-24 subject to the conditions listed in the Staff Comment Sheet, with the added condition No. 8 which is to read "Air and a~ater service will be indicated in the area for parking as indicated in red on the plans". This motion was seconded by Commissioner Meyer and unanimously adopted by the following roll call vote: AYES: Commissioners: Pack, Dickson, Meyer, Kasolas, Kotowski, Fairbanks, Campos NOES: Commissioners: None ABSENT: Commissioners: None. *** UP 80-25 This is the time and place for a public hearing to Veloz, A. consider the application of Mr. Alberto Veloz for a use permit and approval of plans and elevations to construct a single-family house on property known as 1159 W. Hacienda Avenue in an Interim (Low Density .Residential) Zoning District. P1r. Stafford reported that the applicant is proposing to construct a single- family dwelling on the rear portion of a 14,610 square foot parcel. In addition, the proposal indicates the removal of the existing garage and the replacement of this structure by a two-car garage behind the existing residence on the front portion. of the property. The proposed dwelling consists of approximately 1,415 square feet of living area and an attached two-car garage. Building materials are indicated as textured masonite siding and composition shingles for roofing. The site plan indicates that approximately 62% of the lot would be landscaped. The Architectural Advisor is of the opinion that. the building design and site plan are generally acceptable. The proposed structures are consistent with the R-1 (Single-Family Residential) Zoning District which was the zoning of this parcel prior to the present Interim zoning. Under the prior R-1 zoning, this item would not be considered by the Commission. Commissioner Kasolas reported that the applicant had met with the Site and Architectural Review Committee this morning, and the Committee is recommending approval of this application. Chairman Campos opened the public hearing and invited anyone in the audience to speak for or against this item. No one wishing to be heard, Commissioner Dickson moved that the public hearing be closed, seconded by Commissioner P9eyer and unanimously adopted. -14- RESOLUTION N0. 1936 Commissioner Meyer moved that the Planning Commission adopt Resolution No. 1936 recommending approval of ____ UP 80-25 s~~ti.~~r~.ct to the conditions listed in the Staff Comment Sheet, seconded by Commissioner Dickson and unanimously adopted by the following roll call vote: AYES: Commissioners: NOES: Commissioners: ABSENT: Commissioners: Pack, Dickson, Meyer, Fairbanks, Campos None None Kasolas, Kotowski, *** UP 80-26 This is the time and place for a public hearing to Jacobsen, W. consider the application of htr. Warren G. Jacobsen for approval of a use permit and plans, elevations and development schedule to construct 13 townhomes on property known as 1165 and 1169 Smith Avenue in an Interim (Low-Medium Density Residential) Zoning District. Commissioner Kasolas reported that after meeting with the applicant this morning, the Site and Architectural Review Committee is recommending approval of this application since the concerns of Staff have been resolved. Mr. Stafford reported that the applicant is proposing to construct 13 townhomes on a 38,769 s.f. lot. The existing lot is presently occupied. by two residences, one of which is listed in the Campbell .Historic Survey. The residence located at 1169 Smith Avenue was considered by the Historic Preservation Board on August 25, 1980. After reviewing the evidence presented, the Board concluded that the structure was not historically significant. The proposal includes 13 two-bedroom units (1,394 s.f.) which will cover approximately 37% of the site. The resulting density is approximately 13 units per gross acre or the maximum number of units for the Low-Medium Density Residential designation of the General Plan which has a range of 6-13 units per gross acre. The proposed density is not consistent with the City Council's policy toward development in the San Tomas Area. Building materials are indicated as grooved plywood siding and asphalt shingles for roofing. The site plan indicates that a significant portion of the project will be landscaped. Landscaping represents approximately 40% of the lot area. The applicant has provided 33 parking spaces which satisfies the parking regulations and is a parking ratio of 2.5 spaces per unit. The Architectural Advisor is of the opinion that the proposed site plan is generally acceptable. He comments that even though the site plan sets up the long "alley way" between buildings, the break in paving materials and the landscaping shorten the vista. -15- At this time Commissioner Fairbanks noted for the other Commissioners' infor- mation that the applicant had not received a copy of the San Tomas Policy Statement as adopted by the City Council in April of this year. Mr. Stafford then read the Policy Statement for the Commission's review. Commissioner Kasolas noted that this application meets the requirements of the General Plan and Zoning Ordinance, and inquired which would take precedence-- the policy statement or the General Plan. A discussion then ensued regarding the policy statement vs. the General Plan. Acting City Attorney Duckworth reported that a policy statement is a matter of special record. Commissioner Dickson stated he did not feel this project has enough open space. Commissioner Fairbanks wondered if the applicant might like a continuance of this application since he did not have the opportunity to address the policy statement. Chairman. Campos opened the public hearing and invited anyone in the audience to speak for or against this item. Mr. Warren Jacobsen, architect for the project, distributed photos to the Commission of the site as it exists. He then explained the entire project to the Commission. He explained that he had not received a copy of the San Tomas Policy Statement as set forth by the Council, however he probably would not have designed the project any differently had it been available. P1r. Mark Heath, owner and resident of 1177 Smith Avenue, spoke in favor of this development, noting that it would certainly be an improvement to the area. He also distributed photos of the site to the Commission. Mr. Henry Santoro, owner of the site, urged the Commission to make a favorable recommendation on this item. No one else wishing to be heard, Commissioner Meyer moved that the public hearing be closed, seconded by Commissioner Kotowski and unanimously adopted. RESOLUTION N0. 1937 Commissioner Kasolas moved that the Planning Commission adopt Resolution No. 1937 recommending approval of UP 80-26 subject to the conditions listed in the Staff Comment Sheet. This motion was seconded by Commissioner Kotowski. Discussion of Motion Commissioner Dickson spoke against the motion, noting he is in favor of improving this area however he felt this high a density is not the best. He feels that projects should not be developed at the high end of the density spectrum. Commissioner Kotowski felt the rural atmosphere should be preserved, and felt that perhaps policy statements such as the one for the San Tomas Area should specify in figures what a better density might be for developers to go by. -16- Vote on Motion AYES: Commissioners: Pack, Meyer, Kasolas, Kotowski NOES: Commissioners: Dickson, Fairbanks, Campos ABSENT: Commissioners: None ~~* After further discussion regarding General Plan/Policy Statement guidelines/ requirements, Chairman Campcs directed that the City Council be sent a referral inquiring if developments such as the one just. acted upon should be consistent with the General Plan and Zoning Ordinance or rather in conformance with a policy statement or guideline adopted by the Council. **~ MISCELLANEOUS TS 80-14 Tentative Subdivision Map: Lands of Long, Duchscherer, Lands of Long, Sakamoto, et al. APN 406-8-8, 9, 10 (D & D Kaye, Inc.). Duchscherer, Sakamoto At this time Commissioner Dickson moved that the Planning Commission find the proposed tract map to be in conformance with the General Plan and recommend that the City Council approve this may subject to the conditions attached to the Staff Comment Sheet. This motion was seconded by Commissioner Meyer and unanimously adopted. TS 80-15 Tentative Subdivision Map: Lands of Cook, Trostel & Lands of Cook, Texera. APN 403-16-2, 61 & 62. Trostel & Texera Commissioner Meyer then moved that the Planning Commission find TS~80-15 to be in conformance with the General Plan and recommend that the City Council approve this map subject to the attached conditions. This motion was seconded by Commissioner Dickson and adopted with Commissioner Pack abstaining due to a possible conflict of interest. *** NEW BUSINESS Consent Calendar Discussion ensued by the Commissioners regarding possibly having a "consent calendar" portion of the agenda to be considered at the beginning of the meeting and one of the items to be placed under this category would be tentative subdivision maps. The .Commission was in agreement that this should be done. *** -17- Site and Architectural Review Committee Chairman Campos noted that. effective October 7, 1980, Commissioner Fairbanks will be sitting on the Site and Architectural Review Committee, with Commissioner Kasolas remaining on the Committee as Chairman. Commissioner Kotowski then announced that he will not be in attendance at the October 21, 1980 Planning Commission meeting. *** ADJOURNP~ENT Commissioner Dickson moved that the meeting be adjourned, seconded by Commissioner Pack, and unanimously adopted. The meeting adjourned at 12:27 p.m. APPROVED: Daniel Campos Chairman ATTEST: Phili J. Stafford cting Secretary _. RECORDED: Jeannine 4Jade Recording Secretary