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PC Min 07/03/1979PLANNING COMMISSION CITY OF CAMPBELL, CALIFORNIA TUESDAY, 7:30 P.M. MINUTES JULY 3, 1979 The Planning Commission of the City of Campbell convened this day in regular session at the regular meeting place, the Council Chambers of the City Hall, 75 North Central Avenue, Campbell, California. ROLL CALL Commissioners: Meyer, Dickson, Pack, Vierhus(left at 9:00), Kasolas, Vice Chairman Campos; Planning Director Present Arthur A. Kee, Principal Planner Philip J. Stafford, Engineering Manager Bill Nelms, City Attorney J. Robert Dempster, Recording Secretary Jeannine Wade. Absent Chairman Samuelson APPROVAL OF Commissioner Pack moved that the minutes of the MINUTES regular meeting of June 19, 1979, be approved as submitted, seconded by Commissioner Dickson and unanimously adopted. COMMUNICATIONS Mr. Kee reported that communications received relate to specific items on the agenda and would be discussed at the time the item is considered. ARCHITECTURAL APPROVALS S 79-17 Continued application of Mr. Steve Sundeen and Sundeen, S. Martha's Vineyard, Inc., for approval of plans fora restaurant to be located on property known as 1475 S. Bascom Avenue in a C-2-S (General Commercial) Zoning District. Commissioner Kasolas reported that the Site and Architectural Review Committee discussed this item at this morning's meeting, and since the applicant requested to make a presentation to the full Commission, the Committee is recommending that this matter be referred to the full Commission this evening. He noted that the applicants are approximately 10 percent off on the number of parking spaces needed; however, they feel because of the unusual circumstances (office use during the daytime hours only) that there will not be a parking problem. Mr. Kee gave background information on this application, noting that the applicant has increased the size of the restaurant from 5,000 s.f. in the original approval to the 8,800 s.f. which is the subject of this application; additionally, the number of seats has increased from the 150 as originally approved. for the restaurant to the 265 currently being proposed for the restaurant, lounge, and waiting area. He noted that, in staff's opinion, 24 additional parking spaces would be required to satisfy a use of this intensity; one of the primary concerns was the available parking between the hours of 11 a.m. end 6 p.m. -2- Commissioner Pack inquired if any consideration had been given to possibly placing landscaping areas for future conversion to parking area if needed. Mr. Kee responded that some discussion had taken place regarding a condition such as that; another possibility discussed was to add a condition which would read "Applicant to enter into an agreement with the City, providing that applicant would reduce seating capacity should, in the opinion of the Planning Commission, a parking problem occur." Mr. Kee noted that a condition such as that might work. Commissioner Vierhus mentioned that another consideration discussed was that the Traffic Engineer could make a recommendation as to the parking situation after a period of time to the Planning Commission, and if a problem did exist some solution could be worked out. Commissioner Meyer inquired if consideration had been given to the impact of the resultant added traffic on Bascom Avenue. Mr. Kee noted that it had been discussed only to the extent that this was one of the worst intersections in the county and would probably get worse. Mr. Helms noted that at the time of the original approval it was indicated to the applicant that it might be necessary to install a median barrier to limit the ingress and egress Qf the development, and that might still be the case. Mr. Bill Long, 1999 S. Bascom Avenue, Suite 1050, appeared before the Commission. He reported that he is one of the owners of the building and at the present time it is approximately 85 percent leased. He explained that the restaurant in question would accommodate mainly the tenants of the building; there would not be a commercial center which would attract persons not intending to eat at the restaurant. He noted that since the majority of the persons using the restaurant would no doubt be tenants, who are already parked, it was felt that the added parking would probably not be needed. Mr. Kenneth Rodrigues of Habitech explained the parking situation. He also noted that this would not be a shopping center, therefore its use (office building) would not generate as much traffic as a project such as the Pruneyard or Factory. With this in mind, it was felt that the number of parking spaces proposed would be adequate for the development. Mr. O'Hearn, representing the applicant, noted that at this morning's meeting a possible solution was discussed which was a condition to limit the capacity of the restaurant during the hours of 11 a. m. to 1 p.m. and 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. Much discussion ensued regarding the enforcement of such a condition. The Commission was in consensus that this might not be the best solution. Mr. O'Hearn also discussed the possibility of valet parking with the Commission. -3- Commissioner Dickson expressed concern about the workability of the parking situation; he felt that consideration should be given to putting in additional landscaping for future parking. Commissioner Kasolas inquired of Mr. Kee how the Commission or Planning Department might become aware of the fact if a parking problem should arise. Mr. Kee noted that there would no doubt be calls to the staff as well as other persons (Commission members, Council members, etc.) complaining of a parking problem. Mr. Long noted that he would probably be one of the first persons notified since his tenants would be first to complain of any problems that might arise. MOTION Commissioner Kasolas then moved that S 79-17 be approved subject to the following conditions listed with an added condition to read "Applicant to enter into agreement, within 15 days, that would state if the Planning Commission at any time in the future determines that there is a parking problem and upon such determination the restaurant shall revert back to a maximum of 193 seats." The applicant at that point in time would be free to submit a new application fully explaining his position and how he could resolve his parking problems if possible at that point in time. This motion was seconded by Commissioner Vierhus. The applicant noted he was in agreement with this condition. AMENDMENT TO MOTION Commissioner Vierhus then moved to delete Condition No. 2 as listed in the Staff Comment Sheet; seconded by Commissioner Meyer, and adopted with Commissioner Dickson voting "no". VOTE ON ORIGINAL MOTION Commissioner Kasolas again stated the original motion which was seconded by Commissioner Vierhus and adopted with Commissioner Dickson voting "no". This approval is subject to the following conditions: 1. Revised elevations to be approved by the Planning Director upon recommendation of the Architectural Advisor. 2. Applicant to enter into agreement, within 15 days, that states if the Planning Commission at any time in the future determines that there is a parking problem, and upon such determination the restaurant shall revert back to a maximum of 193 seats. The applicant is notified as part of this application that he/she is required to meet the following conditions in accordance with Ordinances of the City of Campbell and Laws of the State of California. A. All parking and driveway areas to be developed in compliance with Section 21.50 of the Campbell Municipal Code. All parking spaces to be provided with appropriate concrete curbs or bumper guards. -4- B. Underground utilities to be provided as required by Section 20.16.070 of the Campbell Municipal Code. C. Plans submitted to the Building Department i=or plan check shall indicate clearly the location of all connections for underground utilities including water, sewer, electric, telephone, and television cables, etc. D. Sign application to be submitted in accordance with provisions of the sign ordinance for all signs. No sign to be installed until application is approved and permit issued by the Building Department. (Section 21.68.070 of the Campbell Municipal Code.) E. Ordinance No. 782 of the Campbell Municipal Code stipulates that any contract for the collection and disposal of refuse, garbage, wet garbage and rubbish produced within the limits of the City of Campbell shall be made with Green Valley Disposal Company. This requirement applies to all single-family dwellings, multiple apartment units, to all commercial, business, industrial, manu- facturing, and construction establishments. F. Trash container(s) of a size and quantity necessary to serve the development shall be located in area(s) approved by the Fire Department. Unless otherwise noted, enclosure(s) shall consist of a concrete floor surrounded by a solid wall or fence and have self-closing doors of a size specified by the Fire Department. All enclosures to be constructed at grade level. G. Applicant shall comply with all appropriate State and City requirements for the handicapped. FIRE DEPARTMENT H. Obtain a Permit to Operate a Place of Assembly. I. Any change to the automatic sprinkler system shall be done with permit from the Fire Department. J. Provide "2A-IOBC" fire extinguishers. The applicant is notified that he/she shall comply with all applicable Codes or Ordinances of the City of Campbell which pertain to this development and are not herein specified. *** The Commission took a break at 8:45 p.m.; the meeting reconvened at 9:00 p.m. Commissioner Vierhus left the meeting at this time (9:00 p.m.) . -5- S 79-26 Application of Mr. Richard G. Cesar and Hosmer-Dorrance Cesar, R. Corporation for approval of plans to expand an existing industrial building located on property known as 561 Division Street in a CM:B-80 (Controlled Manufacturing) Zoning District. Commissioner Kasolas reported that the Site and Architectural Review Committee is recommending approval of this application subject to the conditions listed in the Staff Comment Sheet, with the wording for Condition No. 5 revised to read: "Applicant to submit a letter satisfactory to the Planning Director outlining the extent of office, manufacturing, and warehouse uses in accordance with the parking requirements of the Zoning Code." Mr. Kee stated that staff was in agreement with the Committee's recommendation. Commissioner Dickson moved that S 79-26 be approved subject to the following conditions, seconded by. Commissioner Pack and unanimously adopted: 1. Property to be fenced and landscaped as indicated and/or added in red on plans. 2. Landscaping plan indicating type and size of plant material, and location of hose bibs or sprinkler system to be submitted for approval of the Planning Director prior to application for building permit. 3. Landscaping and fencing shall be maintained in accordance with the approved plan. 4. Applicant to either (1) post a faithful performance bond in the amount of $3,000 to insure landscaping, fencing,.and striping of parking areas within three months of completion of construction, or (2) file written agreement to complete landscaping, fencing and striping of parking areas prior to final Building Department clearance. 5. Applicant to submit a letter satisfactory to the Planning Director outlining the extent of office, manufacturing, and warehouse uses in accordance with the parking requirements of the Zoning Code. 6. All mechanical equipment located on roofs to be screened as approved by the Planning Director. The applicant is notified as part of this application that he/she is required to meet the following conditions in accordance with Ordinances of the City of Campbell and Laws of the State of California. A. All parking and driveway areas to be developed in compliance with Section 21.50 of the Campbell Municipal Code. All parking spaces to be provided with appropriate concrete curbs or bumper guards. 6. Underground utilities to be provided as required by Section 20.16.070 of the Campbell Municipal Code. -6- C. Plans submitted to the Building Department for plan check shall indicate clearly the location of all connections for underground utilities including water, sewer, electric, telephone and television cables, etc. D. Sign application to be submitted in accordance with provisions of the sign ordinance for all signs. No sign to be installed until application is approved and permit issued by the Building Department. (Section 21.68.070 of the Campbell Municipal Code.) E. Ordinance No. 782 of the Campbell Municipal Code stipulates that any contract for the collection and disposal of refuse, garbage, wet garbage and rubbish produced within the limits of the City of Campbell shall be made with Green Valley Disposal Company. This requirement applies to all single-family dwellings, multiple apartment units, to all commercial, business, industrial, manu- facturing, and construction establishments. F. Trash container(s) of a size and quantity necessary to serve the development shall be located in area(s) approved by the Fire Department. Unless otherwise noted, enclosure(s) shall consist of a concrete floor surrounded by a solid wall or fence and have self-closing doors of a size specified by the Fire Department. All enclosures to be constructed at grade level. G. Applicant shall comply with all appropriate State and City require- ments for the handicapped. FIRE DEPARTMENT H. Provide an automatic fire extinguishing system in new portion. If any open areas are planned as communication between buildings, then both new and old buildings must be protected by the sprinkler system. I. Provide "2A-IOBC" fire extinguishers. PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT J. Provide a grading and drainage plan for the review and approval of the City Engineer. K. Obtain an excavation permit if any work is necessary in the public right of way. The applicant is notified that he/she shall comply with all applicable Codes or Ordinances of the City of Campbell which pertain to this development and are not herein specified. *** S 79-2 Application of Mr. James L. Walker and the Carl Walker, J. Holvick Company for approval of modifications to a previously approved office-warehouse building to be constructed on property known as 428-480 Salmar Avenue in an M-1-S (Light Industrial) Zoning District. -7- Commissioner Kasolas reported that after meeting with the applicants this morning, the Site and Architectural Review Committee is recommending approval of items 2-6 as listed in the applicant's letter. He noted that item 1 in the letter of request provided that the building be five feet closer to the public street. He reported the Committee did not feel this would be architecturally or aesthetically pleasing. He further noted that the Committee is also recommending that the sidewalk be reduced from 10 feet to a width satisfactory to the Public Works Department (5 feet) which would allow for additional landscaping. Commissioner Dickson inquired why the applicant wanted the building moved closer to the public street. Mr. Kee responded that~it would allow for better circulation at the rear of the building. Commissioner Kasolas moved that S 79-2 be approved, Items Nos. 2-6 in the letter of request, with 5 feet of sidewalk rather than 10, and the 5 feet used for landscaping, and subject to the original conditions of approval for S 79-2. This mot ion was seconded by Commissioner Pack and unanimously adopted. PUBLIC HEARINGS PD 79-6 This is the time and place for a continued public Sparling, J. hearing to consider the application of John and Linda Sparling for approval of plans, elevations, and development schedule to allow the construction of an office-warehouse building on property known as 146 and 152 Railway Avenue in a P-D (Planned Development/ Industrial) Zoning District. Commissioner Kasolas reported that the Site and Architectural Review Committee had met with Mr. Twain Reed, architect for the project, this morning. He noted that this item had been continued in order that the item could be discussed with the applicant. The Committee is recommending approval of this application subject to the conditions listed in the Staff Comment Sheet. Mr. Kee stated that staff is also recommending approval. Vice Chairman Campos invited anyone in the audience to speak for or against this item, noting that this was a continued public hearing. Mr. Twain Reed, architect, appeared before the Commission to answer any questions. He noted that the applicant is in agreement with the conditions of approval. No one else wishing to be heard, Commissioner Dickson moved that the public hearing be closed, seconded by Commissioner Meyer and unanimously adopted. - 8- RESOLUTION N0. 1799 Commissioner Pack moved that the Planning Commission adopt Resolution No. 1799 recommending approval of the application of John and Linda Sparling for plans, elevations, and development schedule to allow the construction of an office-warehouse building on property known as 146 and 152 Railway Avenue in a P-D (Planned Development/Industrial) Zoning District, seconded by Commissioner Dickson and adopted by the following roll call vote: AYES: Commissioners: Meyer, Dickson, Pack, Kasolas, Campos NOES: Commissioners: None ABSENT: Commissioners: Vierhus, Samuelson *** UP 79-15 ~ This is the time and place fora continued public Haigh, J. hearing to consider the application of Mr. Jack Haigh and Syufy Enterprises for a use permit and approval of plans to allow the addition of a screen and projection booth to an existing drive-in theater located on property known as 535 Westchester Drive in an M-1-S (Light Industrial) Zoning District. Mr. Kee reported that a request for a continuance had been received from the applicant. Commissioner Pack expressed her concerns about the traffic in the area and congestion problems. Engineering Manager Helms stated that the applicant had submitted a traffic engineering analysis done by a private consultant at the time of the original application and the Commission may desire to have this updated at this time for consideration of the application presently before them. Commissioner Dickson raised a point regarding the screens not facing the freeway, and wondered if this could also be checked into. Vice Chairman Campos stated he would like to know what the impact would be on the neighborhood. Vice Chairman Campos then invited anyone in the audience to speak for or against this project. No one wishing to be heard, Commissioner Pack moved that UP 79-15 be continued to the August 7, 1979, Planning Commission meeting in order that the applicant could provide an updated traffic engineering analysis for the surrounding area. This motion was seconded by Commissioner Kasolas and unanimously adopted. *** Referral from Council reconsideration of PD 79-3, Corinthian House. the City Manager's Office -9- Commissioner Kasolas reported that this was not considerEd at the regular Site and Architectural Review Committee, however the members of the Committee were invited to meet with the Mayor, Councilman Podgorsek, representatives from the Planning, Public Works, Fire, Police and City Manager's offices; and representatives from Corinthian House regarding revised plans submitted which respond to some of the concerns expressed by the Council at the second reading of this item which was held on June 25, 1979, and at which time they denied this item. He noted the main concerns of the Council centered on traffic problems to the residents of the proposed project, and how these problems would impact the area. He explained that the modified plan moves 9 units from the east side of the project to the northwest portion of the site in order to accommodate a driveway and opening from Budd Avenue onto Wilton Avenue. He noted that this item had been referred to the Commission for information and that if the Commission had any serious concerns they should be forwarded to the Council immediately since the Council would be reconsidering second reading at a special meeting to be held Thursday, July 5 at 5:30 p.m. Mr. Kee reported that this referral came from the City Manager's office to the Commission for comments on this revised set of plans. He stated that if the Council feels this item should be reconsidered (at its meeting of July 5) it would be agendized for its regular meeting on Monday, July 9. He felt the Council wanted to touch bases with the Commission to see if there were any concerns, particularly regarding the traffic situation which was the main concern at the Council level. He noted the design was substantially the same; however, the Architectural Advisor did request that a condition be added which would read "Revised elevations to be approved by the Planning Director upon recommendation of the Architectural Advisor." In terms of circulation and traffic, the Architectural Advisor found no problems with this revised site plan. He further noted that the Police, Fire and Planning Departments did not find any problems with the modified plan. He stated that the Traffic Engineer did not have a problem with the revised plan submitted, however notations were made on the plan which would be incorporated. Commissioner Dickson inquired about the development on Wilton Drive. Mr. Kee noted that it was mainly duplexes and fourplexes. Commissioner Dickson then expressed concern about the filtration of traffic from a high density development through a lower density area. Engineering Manager Helms stated for the record that the Public Works Department was satisfied with the originally submitted plan; the Council wished to provide access to Wilton Drive and revisions have been made on the modified plan to provide for a bus duck-out and some kind of control system will be provided at the Wilton Drive entrance in order to limit entrance/exit to residents only. With these revisions, he noted that the Public Works Department has no objection to the revised plan. Commissioner Kasolas noted that one item of concern brought up at this morning's meeting was whether or not the property owners/residents were aware of this new proposal regarding the entrance/exit onto Wilton Drive. It was Commissioner Kasolas' feeling that the neighbors be notified of this proposed opening onto Wilton Drive. -10- Mr. Kee stated that, to his knowledge, there had been no renotification regarding reconsideration of this denial to the property ownersJresidents. He further noted that it was his understanding an,q~Council member could reopen the question. Commissioner Kasolas felt that this was a major modification to the originally proposed plan and the adjacent property owners should be notified. City Attorney Dempster pointed out to Commissioner Kasolas that staff did not make the determination that this was a major modification to the originally proposed plans. He noted that according to State Law, a Council member may make a motion to reconsider an item; as a courtesy to the Commission they referred the plans back for comments regarding the revised plans. He noted that this item would not be renoticed for public hearing. He noted that some of the Council members had concern about Budd Avenue being the only opening for this project. The Council would like any recommendations or comments. At this time Chairman Campos invited anyone in the audience to speak for or against this item. Ms. Katy Crecelius, representing the applicant, appeared before the Commission to respond to any questions. She noted that the architect was also in the audience if the Commission had any questions regarding the proposed modifi- cations. It was reported that 9 units would be moved; there will be a security gate at the property line, it was felt very important that access from Wilton to the project be restricted. She noted that after this morning's meeting, it was decided that there would only be one-way access Onto Wilton, and that would be for traffic exiting the project. Engineering Manager Helms stated that staff had no objection to this proposal. Commissioner Kasolas inquired about how the pedestrian traffic would be handled coming through the project onto Budd. Ms. Crecelius responded that they had not had time to come to a solution on that problem as yet. Mr. Finnegan, the architect, then appeared before the Commission to explain how the 9 units proposed to be moved would be relocated. Commissioner Dickson then inquired about the number of trees that would have to be removed because of this modification to the plans. Mr. Finnegan explained they would be losing some small redwood trees, and one quince tree. Commissioner Dickson then expressed concern about the neighbors not being notified that this project was still before the Council with revised plans providing for access onto Wilton Drive. MOTION No one else wishing to speak, Commissioner Pack moved that PD 79-3, Corinthian House, be forwarded on to the City Council with a favorable recommendation of this site plan in accordance with the City departments' review and the Site and -11- Architectural Review Committee's findings. This motion was seconded by Commissioner Meyer. AMENDMENT TO MOTION Commissioner Dickson moved to amend the motion to add "the City Council is to ask for comments from the neighborhood on this modification prior to Council action:' This motion was seconded by Commissioner Kasolas. VOTE ON AMENDMENT AYES: Commissioners: Dickson, Kasolas NOES: Commissioners: Meyer, Pack, Campos ABSENT: Commissioners: Vierhus, Samuelson VOTE ON ORIGINAL MOTION AYES: Commissioners: Meyer, Dickson, Pack, Campos NOES: Commissioners: Kasolas ABSENT: Commissioners: Vierhus, Samuelson Commissioner Kasolas noted that the reason he voted "no" on this motion was he felt the movement of the 9 units is a great change and he felt the adjacent property owners/residents should be made aware of the impact on the neighborhood, and should have a chance for input. *** Referral from Mayor Referral from the Mayor regarding annual dinner. Mr. Kee explained that it has been requested by a referral from the Mayor that each Commissioner express his/her opinion regarding a combined annual dinner meeting, rather than each Commission holding its own annual dinner. Commissioners Meyer, Campos, Pack and Kasolas were in favor of a combined dinner meeting; Commissioner Dickson expressed his desire for a smaller group, therefore the Planning Commission having its own dinner. Mr. Kee explained that these opinions would be forwarded on to the Mayor. *** Items Brought Up By Commissioners Commissioner Kasolas reported that the day scheduled for the Planning Commission tour of site, Saturday, July 7, was not a good day for him. The consensus of the Commission expressed July 21 as the first preference for rescheduling of the tour, and July 28 as a second preference. Mr. Kee reported that staff would call each Commissioner and then set a firm date. -12- ADJOURNMENT It was moved by Commissioner Dickson and seconded by Commissioner Kasolas that the meeting be adjourned. The meeting adjourned at 10:29 p.m. APPROVED: Daniel Campos, Vice Chairman ATTEST: RECORDED: rthur A. Kee, Secretary Jeannine Wade, Recorder