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PC Min 12/05/1978PLANNING COMMISSION CITY OF CAMPBELL, CALIFORNIA TUESDAY, 7:30 P.M. MINUTES DECEMBER 5,1978 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: Campos, Meyer, Dickson, Samuelson, Vierhus, Chairman Pack; Secretary Arthur A. Kee; Present Senior Planner Bruce R. Powell; Engineering Manager Bill Helms; Acting City Attorney Marilyn Taketa; Recording Secretary Jeannine Wade. Absent Commissioner Kasolas APPROVAL OF MINUTES Commissioner Vierhus noted that the motion on page 12 did not include a second, and it was his recollection that he had seconded the motion. He further noted that the last paragraph on page 13 indicated he had "volun- teered" as the alternate for the Grammar School Task Force; the minutes should reflect that he had previously been appointed as the alternate. No other corrections or additions wishing to be made, Commissioner Vierhus moved that the minutes of the regular meeting of November 21, 1978, be approved as amended, seconded by Commissioner Samuelson and unanimously adopted. COMMUNICATIONS Mr. Kee reported that communications received relate to specific items on the agenda and would be considered at the time the item is discussed. ARCHITECTURAL APPROVALS S 78-39 Application of Mr. Melvin R. Hill for approval of Hill, M. plans to construct an industrial building on property known as 355 McGlincey Lane in an M-1-S (Light Industrial) Zoning District. Commissioner Vierhus reported that the applicant had met with the Site and Architectural Review Committee this morning, and since there were problems relating to parking and traffic circulation which needed to be resolved, the Committee is recommending that this application be continued to the January 2, 1879, Planning Commission meeting. -2- Commissioner Dickson moved that S 78-39 be continued to January 2, 1979, seconded by Commissioner Meyer and unanimously adopted. t ;; ;: PUBLIC HEARINGS ZC 78-15 This is the time and place for a continued public Jackson Homes hearing to consider the application of Mr. Thomas Jackson, T. D. Jackson and Jackson Homes for: (1) a change of zoning from R-1 (Single-Family/Low Density Residential) to P-D (Planned Development/Low Density Residential), and (2) approval of plans, elevations, and development schedule to allow the addition of five single-family detached homes to an existing two-unit development located on property known as 1428 and 1440 W. Hacienda Avenue. Commissioner Vierhus reported that the applicant had met with the Site and Architectural Review Committee this morning. He stated that since there were a number of minor problems which needed to be rectified, the Committee is recommending approval subject to modification of Condition No. 1 which would read "Revised elevations and site plan to be approved by the Planning Director upon recommendation of the Site and Architectural Review Committee." He noted that the applicant's representative was in agreement with this modified condition. Commissioner Vierhus noted that some of the concerns the Committee had dealt with were alternating two units in order to increase setbacks to 9' minimum and other suggested changes by the Architectural Advisor. Commissioner Dickson stated that he felt the layout was very nice and this was a good utilization of a small area. He stated that the private street (common driveway) is only 24 feet in width, and normally a 60 foot street is required off site. Commissioner Kasolas entered the Council Chambers at 7:52 p.m. Commissioner Campos inquired about the private street and if the Fire Department had reviewed the plans. Mr. Powell explained that the private street (or private access road) is for ingress and egress of automobiles; it would be 24 feet wide and approximately 200 feet in length. He further noted that the plans had been reviewed by the Fire Department; and the street will have to be built according to standards set by the Building Department (it will not be a dedicated street). At this time, the Chairman noted that a letter had been received from Mrs. JoAnn Fairbanks and requested that the Recording Secretary read it into the record. The Recording Secretary read into the record a letter submitted by Mrs. JoAnn Fairbanks, dated December 5, 1978, and referencing a letter dated November 22, 1976, in opposition to this project. Both of these letters are attached hereto and made a part of these minutes. -3- Commissioner Vierhus stated he felt that the record should show that this is an R-1 density and the lot sizes are more than the minimum lot sizes for R- 1 . Commissioner Dickson stated, in reference to Mrs. Fairbanks' letter, he felt there would be some growing pains in that area and that street improve- ments could not be made until there is development along Hacienda. Mr. Kee stated that the Site and Architectural Review Committee members wished to know the approximate lot size, exclusive of the private street as shown on the plan, which is 6,600 square feet and would be over the minimum if it were zoned R-1. Commissioner Campos inquired if there were an alternative site plan that would not include a private street on the site, or could the conditions imposed on a private street be brought back before the Commission. Mr. Kee stated that at the present time there is only one site plan before the Commission; however, the CC~R's covering the development could be brought back for the Commission's review. At this time, Commissioner Campos proposed that a condition be added which would call for the CC~R's to be brought back for the Site and Architectural Review Committee's review. Chairman Pack invited anyone in the audience to speak for or against this item. Mr. Byron Hale of 1190 Glenblair Way spoke against any rezoning in the San Tomas area; he felt the area should remain low density (R-1) and stated that his neighbors also felt that way. Chairman Pack noted that the density had not changed in the rezoning pro- posals (both call for Low Density Residential), it was because of the common driveway area that the rezoning to P-D is being required. Mr. Richard Terrell of 1593 Hacienda Avenue appeared before the Commission to inquire why a plan was not submitted under the R-1 zoning; he wanted to know if it was because it would require public street dedication, and there- fore not as many units would be able to be constructed. Mr. Kee stated that no application had been submitted under the R-1 zone. He explained that there were many ways the property could be developed; however, the Architectural Advisor, staff, and the Site and Architectural Review Committee were recommending approval of this application as submitted with the added conditions. Much discussion ensued regarding the private street (common driveway). Mr. Helms stated he felt the CC&R's would cover most of the concerns of the Commission; and that from a public works standpoint this type of street was a much more preferable approach. -4- No one else wishing to be heard, Commissioner Vierhus moved that the public hearing be closed, seconded by Commissioner Samuelson and unani- mously adopted. RESOLUTION N0. 1756 Commissioner Vierhus moved that the Planning Commission adopt Resolution No. 1756 recommending approval of a change of zoning from R-1 (Single- Family Low Density Residential) to P-D (Planned Development/Low Density Residential) for 1428 and 1440 W. Hacienda Avenue. This motion was seconded by Commissioner Samuelson. Discussion of Resolution Commissioner Kasolas expressed concern about changing the zoning on the site; he stated the adjacent property owners have expressed a desire to retain the R-1 zoning. He also expressed a concern about the property being developed more densely with the P-D zoning. He stated he felt more area would have to be given up if the zoning were to remain R-1 and dedication of right-of-way for a public street were required than rezoning to P-D and putting in a common driveway. Commissioner Campos expressed his concern about the site elevations, and stated he would like to see an alternate development plan. Commissioner Vierhus stated he felt this was a good development for the property. Vote on Resolution AYES: Commissioners: Meyer, Dickson, Samuelson, Vierhus, Pack NOES: Commissioners: Campos, Kasolas ABSENT: Commissioners: None RESOLUTION N0. 1757 Commissioner Vierhus moved that the Planning Commission adopt Resolution No. 1757 recommending approval of plans, elevations, and development schedule to allow the addition of five single- family detached homes to an existing two-unit development on property known as 1428 and 1440 W. Hacienda Avenue, with the added condition that "CC~R's to be brought before the Site and Architectural Review Committee" and revised wording for Condition No. 1 to read "Revised elevations and site plan to be approved by the Planning Director upon recommendation of the Site and Architectural Review Committee". This motion was seconded by Commissioner Samuelson. Commissioner Campos stated he would like to see the revised elevations and site plan brought back to the full Commission. -5- Amendment to Motion Commissioner Dickson .moved that the revised wording for Condition No. 1 read "Revised elevations and site plan to be approved by the Planning Commission upon recommendation of the Site and Architectural Review Committee," seconded by Commissioner Kasolas, and adopted by the following roll call vote: AYES: Commissioners: Campos, Meyer, Dickson, Vierhus, Kasolas, Pack NOES: Commissioners: Samuelson ABSENT: Commissioners: None Vote on Amended Resolution No. 1757 AYES: Commissioners: Campos, Meyer, Dickson, Vierhus, Samuelson, Kasolas, Pack NOES: Commissioners: None ABSENT: Commissioners: None Mr. Kee explained to the applicant that this application would go on to the City Council, however revised plans needed to be submitted for Planning Commission approval. The Commission took a break at 8:55; the meeting reconvened at 9:10 p. m. .~. .~ .. ZC 78-20 This is the time and place for a public hearing to Fontaine, P. consider the application of Mr. Paul E. Fontaine and the Barnes-Fontaine Development Company for: (1) a change of zoning from R-1 (Single-Family/Low Density Residential) to P-D (Planned Development/Low Density Residential), and (2) approval of plans, elevations, and development schedule to allow the addition of four single-family residences to an existing single- family development located on property known as 1300 and 1310 Harriet Avenue. Commissioner Vierhus reported that the Site and Architectural Review Committee had reviewed this application this morning; however, since the applicant was not present to discuss some of the concerns of the Committee, the Committee is recommending a continuance to the Planning Commission meeting of December 19, 1978. Chairman Pack declared the public hearing open and invited anyone in the audience to speak for or against this item. Mr. Byron Hale of 1190 Glenblair appeared before the Commission to speak in opposition to the zone change, stating he felt it would be setting a precedent. Mr. Richard Terrell of 1593 Hacienda Avenue also spoke against the zone change. -6- Commissioner Kasolas noted that this application is similar to the one previously considered in that it is a Prezoning from R-1 to P-D with a common driveway on site; he further stated that as in the last application, he didn't feel the resultant density would be the same in each zoning cate- gory, he felt with R-1 zoning one wouldn't be able to get. as many units on the property. No one else wishing to be heard, Commissioner Vierhus moved that the public hearing on ZC 78-20 be continued to the December 19, 1978, Planning Commission meeting, seconded by Commissioner Campos and unanimously adopted. ,4 MISCELLANEOUS Request of Request of Mr. Robert C. Nelson for an adjustment Nelson, R. in the side yard setback requirement from 8'g" to 5'-0" to allow construction of a second story addition to an existing residence located on property known as 141 Bland Avenue in an R-1 (Single-Family/Low Density Residential) Zoning District. Mr. Kee reported that the applicant is requesting an adjustment in the side yard setback requirement to allow expansion of the second story of an existing two-story structure. He noted that the Commission has the authority to reduce the setback requirement on existing single-family residences to a minimum of five feet, and it is staff's opinion that the construction of the addition .would be in keeping with the past reductions of side yards. A letter signed by the neighbor who lives closest to the proposed addition was submitted to staff which stated that the neighbor had no objection to the addition. Commissioner Vierhus moved that the request of Mr. Robert C. Nelson for an adjustment in the side yard setback requirement from 8'9" to 5'0" be approved, seconded by Commissioner Samuelson and unanimously adopted. .,. TS 78-13 Tentative Subdivision Map: Lands of Tate, et al Lands of Tate APN 403-12-1g. Mr. Kee reported that this subdivision map submittal was in accordance with an ordinance requirement as part of the approval of a 59-unit townhouse development on property known as 1871 and 1961 Pollard Road, and 1536 and 1560 More Avenue. Commissioner Vierhus moved that the Planning Commission find that the pro- posed tract map is in conformance with the General Plan and recommend that the City Council approve the subdivision map subject to the conditions listed in the Staff Comment Sheet, seconded by Commissioner Dickson and unanimously adopted. .• Jt .• - 7- TS 78-15 Tentative Subdivision Map: Lands of Gippetti ~ Schwoob Lands of Gippetti APN: 305-29-05 and 06 & Schwoob Mr. Kee stated that one of the conditions of approval to construct a 12-unit townhouse development at 338 and 350 W. Rincon Avenue was the filing of the above referenced map. Commissioner Dickson moved that the Planning Commission find that the pro- posed tract map is in conformance with the General Plan and recommend that the City Council approve the above referenced map subject to the conditions listed in the Staff Comment Sheet, seconded by Commissioner Meyer and unani- mously adopted. ~. J. J ITEMS BROUGHT UP BY COMMISSIONERS Commissioner Dickson inquired if the subject of "Long Common Driveways" might be added to a list of items to be brought up at a future joint study session. Chairman Pack requested that staff add this item to the list. .4 J ADJOURNMENT Commissioner Vierhus moved that the meeting be adjourned, seconded by Commissioner Samuelson and unanimously adopted. The meeting adjourned at 9:55 p•m• APPROVED: ATTEST: RECORDED: Arthur A. Kee, Secretary Jeannine Wade, Recorder Margaret M. Pack, Chairman