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PC Min 05/16/1978PLANNING COMMISSION CITY OF CAMPBELL, CALIFOP,NIA TUESDAY, 7:30 P. M. MINUTES MAY 16, 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: Hebard, Dickson, Samuelson, Vierhus, Chairman Pack; Secretary Arthur A. Kee; Senior Planner Present Bruce R. Powell; Senior Planner Phil Stafford; Engineering Manager Bill Helms; City Attorney J. Robert Dempster; Recording Secretary Jeannine Wade. Absent Commissioner Campos APPROVAL OF Chairman Pack noted that on Page 8, the last para- MINUTES graph, of the May 2 minutes the motion did not include a second. It was noted that Commissioner Samuelson seconded the motion made by Commissioner Vierhus regarding PD 78-7 (application of Hans Peisker). Commissioner Dickson moved that the minutes of the regular meeting of May 2, 1978 be approved as amended, seconded by Commissioner Samuelson, and unanimously adopted. COMMUNICATIONS Mr. Kee advised the Commission that communications received relate to specific items on the agenda. ARCHITECTURAL APPROVALS g 78-18 Application of Ms. Annie Su and Commercial and Su, A. Industrial Design Associates for approval of plans CAIDA to construct an industrial building on property known as 1344 Dell Avenue in a CM:B-40 (Controlled Manufacturing) Zoning District. Commissioner Vierhus reported that the applicant had met with the Site and Architectural Review Committee this morning and the Committee, as well as the Architectural Advisor, found no problems with the plans as submitted. The Committee is recommending approval subject to the conditions listed in the Staff Comment Sheet. Commissioner Dickson moved that S 78-18 be approved subject to the following conditions: CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL S 78-18 - Su, A. and CAIDA 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, 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 City Attorney limiting the use of the property to that shown on the floor plan. 6. All mechanical equipment located on roofs to be screened as approved by the Planning Director. 7. Building size to be reduced to 19,440 square feet maximum. (C.M.C. Section 21.30.100) 8. Applicant to provide evidence of easement to allow dual use of driveway to the north. 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. C. Plans submitted to the Building Department for plan check shalt indicate clearly the location of all connections for underground utilities including water, sewer, electric, telephone and television cables, etc. p, 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.) -2- 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, manufacturing, and construction establishments. F. Trash container(s) of a size and quantity necessary to serve the devel- opment 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. BUILDING DEPARTMENT H. Roof covering for flat roof not shown, shall be .fire retardant. (Section 1603 (a) 3202 (e) . FIRE DEPARTMENT I. Provide an automatic fire extinguishing system. J. Provide 2A-IOBC extinguishers. PUBLIC WORKS K. Relocate southerly driveway to five feet from property line. L. Provide a grading and drainage .plan for the approval of the City Engineer. M. Obtain an excavation permit for any work 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. This motion was seconded by Commissioner Samuelson and unanimously adopted. t :: ~ S 78-19 Application of Mr. Jerry W. A16 and the Ross-Alb Alb, J. Corporation for approval of plans to construct Ross-Alb Corp.. eight condominium units on property known as 1396 and 1408 W. Latimer Avenue in an R-2-S (Multiple Family/Medium Density Residential) Zoning District. Commissioner Vierhus reported that the applicant had met with the Site and Architectural Review Committee this morning. Commissioner Vierhus noted that special emphasis had been placed on the parking requirements, and the applicant agreed to add two additional spaces. He mentioned that there was concern about the garages being used specifically for parking; and the Committee is therefore recommending the addition of a condition which would provide that the garages shall be used only for the parking of vehicles. - 3- Commissioner Hebard inquired if a condition limiting the use of the garage could be imposed and enforced. City Attorney Dempster responded that he felt the condition was clear and would be understood and that there should not be a problem with imposing such a condition. Commissioner Vierhus stated that one other additional condition had been recommended by the Committee, which would read "Revised site plan as approved by the Planning Director". Commissioner Dickson moved that S 78-19 be approved subject to the following conditions, which includes the two added conditions recommended by the Site and Architectural Review Committee: CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL S 78-19 - Alb. J. and Ross-Alb Corp. 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. Fencing plan indicating location and design details of fencing to be submitted for approval of Planning Director prior to application for building permit. 4. Landscaping and fencing shall be maintained in accordance with the approved plan. 5. Applicant to either (t) post a faithful performance bond in the amount Of $5,000 to insure landscaping, fencing, 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. 6. All mechanical equipment located on roofs to be screened as approved __ by the Planning Director. 7. Revised site plan as approved by the Planning Director. 8. Conditions, covenants, and restrictions (CC~R's) to include a provision that the garages shall be used for the parking of vehicles. 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. -4- 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. 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 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, manufacturing, and construction establishments. F. Trash container(s) of a size and quantity necessary to serve the develop- ment 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. H. Noise levels for the interior of residential units shall comply with minimum State (Title 25) and local standards as indicated in the Noise Element of the Campbell General Plan. FIRE DEPARTMENT I. Provide one on-site hydrant at rear of driveway. J. Provide ZA-IOBC extinguishers. PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT K. Process and file a tract map. 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. This motion was seconded by Commissioner Samuelson and unanimously adopted. ;~ :~ -5- S 78-20 Application of the City of Campbell for approval City of Campbell of plans to construct a two-story parking structure on the rear of property known as 93 S. Central Avenue in a P-D (Planned Development/Commercial) Zoning District. Commissioner Vierhus reported that the Site and Architectural Review Committee had reviewed this item this morning; however, no recommendation had been made since it was felt that this application should be presented to the entire Commission. He explained that certain conditions had been imposed by the Building Department and the Planning Department has problems with them fitting into the overall plan. Staff displayed the plans for the Commission's review. Commissioner Dickson stated that the Committee did look at the structure and traffic flow, and the design fits in with the Factory design. Mr. Kee stated that it is the staff's recommendation that the Planning Commission refer this item to the City Council in order that the Council might consider the plans along with the formation of the Parking District, and, if approved, subject to the conditions imposed by the Building Department. He went on to say that in November and December of 1977 the Planning Commission considered a Planned Development permit which included a revision to the usage of commercial uses in the Factory, and overall revised parking design, and site plans indicating a two-story structure; the Council subsequently approved this by ordinance on January 9, 1978. He further explained that since elevations had not been provided for the parking structure along with the PD, two of the conditions imposed at that time were: "1. Site and Architectural approval for the proposed parking structure. "2. Provide an agreement satisfactory to the City Attorney that in the event the proposed Parking District for this area fails, the parking structure shall be constructed at the owner's expense within one year of ordinance approval." Mr. Kee explained that it is the Planning staff's understanding that the proposed structure could not be constructed in accord with the Building Department's imposed conditions; however, some of them have been resolved at this point, and others may be resolved before the Council meeting on May 22, 1978. He further stated that since the City Council has considered and approved certain variances to certain requirements of the Building Code previously and any changes could affect validity of the bids and formation of the parking district, it seems important that all plans be coordinated and come before the Council at the same time. Chairman Pack inquired of Mr. Kee if the conditions being imposed by the Building Department had been imposed before. -6- Mr. Kee responded that they had not. Commissioner Hebard inquired if the Public Works Department had any problems with these plans. Mr. Helms responded that all traffic movements had been worked out and this plan was satisfactory to the Public Works Department. Mr. Mark Kenning of Creegan Z; D'Angelo, consultant for this project, appeared before the Commission to explain the landscaping plan. Commissioner Vierhus moved that S 78-20 be recommended to the City Council for approval subject to the City Council being able to satisfy the following conditions of the Building Department: 1. Occupancy separation required from (F-3) parking garage to Factory (F-2) shopping center. Table 5-B. 2. 20'-0" setback required at property tines to allow unprotected openings in exterior walls Section 1803(b). 3. 60'-0" separation required at property line to permit unlimited area of shopping center. This motion was seconded by Commissioner Dickson and unanimously adopted. :: ;~ ;; PD 76-3 Application of Mr. Michael Callahan for approval Callahan, M. of plans fora minor modification to previously TOGO'S approved plans fora restaurant located on property known as 866 E. Campbell Avenue in a P-D (Planned Development/Commercial) Zoning District. Commissioner Vierhus reported that the applicant had met with the Site and Architectural Review Committee this morning and the applicant had stated that he would be submitting plansdn the future that would be more compatible; therefore, fih`e Committee is recommending denial without prejudice. Commissioner Samuelson moved hat the minor modification to PD 76-3 be denied without prejudice in order that more compatible plans may be submitted in the future, seconded by Commissioner Dickson and unanimously adopted. a ~ PUBLIC HEARINGS TA 78-1 This is the time and place fora public hearing to Residential cQns.ider a Zoning Code amendment to allow conversions Conversions of residential structures to office and/or commercial structures in P-0, C-C, C-l, C-2, C-3, and C-H Zoning Districts. -7- Mr. Kee stated that staff is recommending a change in the Zoning Code which would allow conversions of residential structures to office and/or commercial structures, and which would essentially provide for a use permit requirement. He noted that staff has a concern regarding coversion of residential structures to highway-oriented uses in the C-H Zoning District, and because of the nature of such uses the Commission may wish to delete the amendment to the C-H District from the exhibit attached to the Staff Comment Sheet. He indicated that one of the provisions in the use permit procedure is that the Planning Commission would make a finding' that such converted uses would, in fact, be compatible with surrounding uses and appropriate in the areas proposed. Commissioner Hebard inquired of Mr. Kee if this amendment had been referred to the Chamber of Commerce, since in the past when considering conversions of buildings a review by the Chamber had been specifically requested. Mr. Kee responded that this item had not been referred to the Chamber, but that staff certainly had no objection to the referral. At this time Chairman Pack declared the public hearing open and invited anyone in the audience to speak for or against this item. Mr. Ted Rogers, Executive Vice President of the Chamber of Commerce, appeared before the Commission to state that, to the best of his knowledge, this subject had not been discussed by the Commercial Development Committee of the Chamber. He indicated that the Committee meets the last Wednesday of this month at which time the Committee could review this subject. No one else wishing to be heard at this time, Commissioner Vierhus moved that TA 78-1 be referred to the Civic Improvement Commission and the Chamber of Commerce Commercial Development Committee for comments, and continued to the June 6, 1978 Planning Commission meeting. This motion was seconded by Commissioner Samuelson and unanimously adopted. a a a UP 78-7 This is the time and place for a public hearing to Hunter, J. consider the application of Mr. Jacques T. L. Hunter Winston Tire Company. and the Winston Tire Company fora use permit and approval of plans to allow construction of a tire shop on property known as 1800 S. Winchester Boulevard in a C-2-S (General Commercial) Zoning District. Commissioner Vierhus reported that the Site and Architectural Review Committee had reviewed this application this morning and is recommending approval subject to the deletion of the original Condition No. 9, with the addition of a new Condition No. 9 which is to read the "Revised parking plan to be submitted to the Planning Director." Ne indicated that more than the minimum property is being devoted to landscaping. Chairman Pack declared the public hearing open and invited anyone in the audience to speak for or against this item. _.g., Mr. J. Hunter, applicant, appeared before the Planning Commission to state that he was in agreement with the findings of the Site and Architectural Review Committee. He stated that the hours of operation would be from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Mondays through Fridays, and from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday; there will be no night or Sunday work. He explained that this is a very clean operation, and the tires are picked up weekly. No one else wishing to be heard, Commissioner Vierhus moved that the public hearing be closed, seconded by Commissioner Samuelson and unanimously adopted. RESOLUTION N0. 1694 Commissioner Dickson moved that the Planning Commission adopt Resolution No. 1694 approving the application of Mr. Jacques T. L. Hunter and the Winston Tire Company for a use permit and approval of plans to allow construction of a ti re shop on property -known as 1800 S. Winchester Boulevard in a C-2-S (General Commercial) Zoning District, seconded by Commissioner Samuelson, and adopted by the following roll call vote: AYES: Commissioners: Hebard, Dickson, Samuelson, Vierhus, Pack NOES: Commissioners: None ABSENT: Commissioners: Campos PD 75-4 This is the time and place for a continued public Campbell Building hearing to consider the application of Campbell and Investment Building and Investment Company, Inc., for approval Company, Inc. of plans, elevations, and development schedule to allow construction of an office building on property known as 54 N. Central Avenue in a P-D (Planned Development/Commercial) Zoning District. Mr. Kee stated that staff is recommending a continuance of this application to the meeting of June 20, 1978. He indicated that staff had received a letter from the applicant, which he asked be read into the record, stating their agreement with staff's recommendation. The Recording Secretary read into the record a letter from Mr. Dick Hardy, Manager of the Campbell Building and Investment Company, Inc., dated May 15, 1978 which is incorporated herein and made a part of these minutes. Commissioner Dickson moved that PD 75-4 be continued to the Planning Commission meeting of June 20, 1978, seconded by Commissioner Samuelson, and unanimously adopted. ~ t ~ -9- PD 78-5 This is the time and place for a continued public Mackey, J. hearing on the application of Messrs. James and Frank Mackey for approval of plans, elevations and development schedule to allow the conversion of a residential building into a restaurant on property known as 106 E. Campbell Avenue in a P-D (Planned Development/Commercial) Zoning District. Mr. Kee stated that in light of the action taken on TA 78-1, Residential Conversions, the Commission may wish to continue this item to the same meeting since it is a residential conversion to a commercial use. Chairman Pack asked for discussion by the Commission. Commissioner Dickson explained that he felt this application was illegal since the ordinance specifically states that this use cannot be approved. Commissioner Hebard indicated that he was ready to close the public hearing and take action on this item this evening. Commissioner Vierhus stated that he would also be willing to take action if the City Attorney would specifically state that it would be appropriate under the PD ordinance to do this. The City Attorney responded that legally there is no problem under the PD ordinance; a residence can be converted into a commercial use in the PD zone. He further stated that this would not be setting a precedent; this has been done before in the City of Campbell. Chairman Pack invited anyone in the audience to speak for or against this item. Mr. James Mackey of 12576 Saratoga Avenue, Saratoga (applicant) appeared before the Commission to state that he felt this use would be using the property to its fullest potential. He stated that there would be little change to the inside of the building, and no change to the outside of the building. Mrs. Dorothy Billner, a Saratoga real estate agent, appeared before the Commission to ask about the traffic. study promised at the April 18, 1978 Planning Commission meeting, and to ask if the Commission could possibly make a decision this evening in order that the applicants could proceed with the purchase of the property. Mr. Bill Helms stated to the Commission that the Public Works Department has recommended approval of this application, and explained that it was his under- standing that one of the reasons this was to be brought back to the Commission was to locate on an exhibit the relation of this property to the north loop. Mr. Helms then located the property on a map for the Commission and stated that the residence as proposed could function at this location without causing a traffic problem. He explained that the plan provides for ingress on the westerly side and egress on the easterly side; and the movements are compatible with existing and projected traffic movements. -10- Mr. Ted Rogers, Chamber of Commerce, appeared before the Commission to express his opinion that this would certainly be an attribute to the community. At this time, no one else wishing to be heard, Commissioner Vierhus moved that the public hearing be closed, seconded by Commissioner Hebard and unanimously adopted. Commissioner Vierhus expressed his favorable findings on this application, noting that an ordinance will be modified to allow this type of conversion, the applicant will not change the architecture of the building, and the traffic report is favorable. Commissioner Hebard commented on the historical significance of the building, reporting that this building is a copy of a mansion in Palo Alto; he also stated that this seemed the best possible use for the building. Although, he did feel that a condition limiting the use to the low intensity should be added since the Public Works traffic report might change with a more intensive use. Commissioner Dickson stated he felt that the TA 78-1 should be approved before this application is approved. RESOLUTION N0. 1695 Commissioner Vierhus moved that the Planning Commission adopt Resolution No. 1695 recommending approval of the application of Messrs. James and Frank Mackey for approval of plans, elevations, and development schedule to allow the conversion of a residential building into a restaurant on property known as 106 E. Campbell Avenue in a P-D (Planned Development/Commercial) Zoning District, with the added condition that the building is to be used as a low intensity restaurant, seconded by Commissioner Hebard, and adopted by the following roll call vote: AYES: Commissioners: Hebard, Samuelson, Vierhus, Pack NOES: Commissioners: Dickson ~. ABSENT: Commissioners: Campos At this time the City Attorney noted to the applicant that this application would also go before the City Council and that he would be notified at which meeting the Council would be considering this. ;; ;; ~: The Commission took a short break at 9:25 p.m., and the meeting reconvened at 9:35 p. m. ~ ~: :~ PD 78-9 This is the time and place for a public hearing to Fortier, D. consider the application of Mr. David A. Fortier for approval of plans, elevations, and development schedule to allow construction of a warehouse building on property known as 232 Railway Avenue in a P-D (Planned Development/Industrial) Zoning District. Commissioner Vierhus repo rted that the Site and Architectural Review Committee is recommending approval subject to the conditions recommended in the Staff Comment Sheet. He noted that this is a very small lot, and one of the conditions of approval would be that the number of on-site employees be limited to two. He noted that the applica nt was agreeable to this condition. Chairman Pack declared the public hearing open. No one wishing to be heard, Commissioner Hebard moved that the public hearing be closed seconded by Commissioner Samuelson and unanimously adopted. RESOLUTION N0. 1696 Commissioner Vierhus moved that the Planning Commission adopt Resolution No. 1696 recommending approval of the application of Mr. David A. Fortier for approval of plans, elevations, and development schedule to allow construction of a warehouse building on property known as 232 Railway Avenue in a P-D (Planned Development/Industrial) Zoning District, seconded by Commissioner Samuelson, and unanimously adopted by the following roll call vote: AYES: Commissioners: Hebard, Dickson, Samuelson, Vierhus, Pack NOES: Commissioners: None ABSENT: Commissioners: Campos a V 78-t This is the time and place for a public hearing to Van Laarhoven, A. consider the request of Mr. Anthony Van Laarhoven for a variance to allow a reduction in the required side yard open space from 5' to 1'-10" to allow a room addition on property known as 285 S. Christopher Avenue in an R-1 (Single Family) Zoning District. Commissioner Hebard announced that he would disqualify himself from voting on this item since he had been in contact with the applicant regarding this request. He then left the Council Chambers. Mr. Kee reported that the applicant is requesting a variance to allow the existence of a room addition that is within the standard R-1 zone setback; the addition is 12 feet in length and encroaches 3'-2" into the side yard. He further reported that the applicant stated the addition started as a patio slab in 1958 and was eventually enclosed in Ig67 or 1968. _12_ Mr. Kee then noted that staff is recommending approval subject to the following conditions of the Building Department: 1. Overhang to be limited to 7a", Section 504(b) UBC. 2. No openings permitted in wall, Table 5-A. 3. Wall and overhang shall be minimum one-hour construction Table 5-A. 4. One-hour parapet wall required at exterior wall, minimum 30" above roof. Section 1709 UBC. 5. Further extensions into the side yard shall not be permitted. Mr. Kee then mentioned that these conditions may be more expensive than relocating the wall to the standard setback requirement. Mr. Kee stated that a petition dated May 14, 1978, opposing this variance had been received by the Planning staff and copies had been circulated to the Commissioners. This petition is attached hereto and made a part of this record. Chairman Pack declared the public hearing open and invited anyone in the audience to speak for or against this item. Mr. Eugene Powell, 273 S. Christopher, appeared before the Commission to express his opposition to this variance, stating that the addition does not meet Code requirements. He indicated that out of a total of 36 homes in the area 18 of the homeowners (households) had signed the petition against this request. Mr. Robert Buck, 295 S. Christopher (next door neighbor to requested variance) appeared before the Commission to also express his opposition. No one else wishing to be heard, ,Commissioner Dickson moved that the public hearing be closed, seconded by Commissioner Samuelson and unanimously adopted. RESOLUTION N0. 1697 Commissioner Dickson moved that the Planning Commission adopt Resolution No. 1697 denying the request of Mr. Anthony Van Laarhoven fora variance to allow a reduction in the required side yard open space from 5' to 1'-10" to allow a room addition on property known as 285 S. Christopher Avenue in an R-1 (Single Family) Zoning District for the following reasons: (1) The property is not unique and can be used without this variance, (2) The hardship is not unusual and applies equally: to other lots, and (3) The particular hardship claimed by applicant was self-imposed. This motion was seconded by Commissioner Vierhus and adopted.by the following roll call vote: -13- AYES: Commissioners: Dickson, Samuelson, Vierhus, Pack NOES: Commissioners: None ABSENT: Commissioners: Hebard, Campos Mr. Kee noted at this time that the applicant has the right to appeal this decision to the City Council, and that he would be notified by letter of the appeal procedure. a a a Commissioner Hebard re-entered the Council Chambers. ;; ~ ;; GP 76-2-C This is the time and place for a continued Campbell Elementary public hearing to consider the future use of School Site the Campbell Elementary School Site located on property known as 51 E. Campbell Avenue. Mr. Kee reported that this item .had been continued from the meeting of February 21, 1978 in order to allow additional time to consider the Open Space Element of the General Plan; and since this element, and/or Open Space Ordinance are currently being reviewed by the Open Space Committee and that Committee has not yet made its final recommendations, staff is recommending a continuance to the second .meeting in August 1978. Commissioner Dickson moved that GP 76-2-C, Campbell Elementary School Site, be continued to the August l5, 1978 Planning Commission meeting, seconded by Commissioner Samuelson, and unanimously adopted. ;~ ;~ ~ GP 78-10 This is the time and place for a public hearing San Tomas Area to consider possible amendments to the Land Use Element of the General Plan and/or Zoning Map of the City of Campbell for the San Tomas Area of the community. '~~ Mr. Kee introduced Mr. Stafford, Senior Planner, who will be making the presentations to the Commission on the next three items relating to possible amendments to the Land Use Element of the General Plan. Mr. Stafford explained to the Commission and the audience that as a result of the City Council/Planning Commission study session held on April 3, 1978, the Council directed the Commission to hold public hearings on certain areas to determine the extent to which the neighborhood shares the Commission's concern regarding the extent of multi-family residential densities; these areas include the San Tomas Area, the Union Avenue Area, and the Whiteoaks- Bascom Area, and will be considered in that respective order. -14- Mr. Stafford displayed maps of the San Tomas Area, and. explained to the Commission and the audience that the unshaded areas are divided into eight discussion areas for simplification. He then described each area noting that if the Commission determines that a reduction in density is warranted, staff is recommending changes in areas 1, 2, 6, and 7; however, staff is not recommending any changes in areas 3, 4, 5, or 8. He further noted that if the Commission determines that a reduction in densities is warranted and accepts the staff recommendations, a total of 278 units could be con- structed, or a reduction of 216 units. Mr. Kee interjected that density is a matter of policy, and the densities could be rearranged in the areas; staff has attempted to approach the changes with the aim of reduction if the Commission is desirous of doing so, however staff has not recommended a change in policy. At this time Chairman Pack declared the public hearing open and invited anyone in the audience to speak for or against what has been proposed by specific area. AREA I Mr. Stewart Preuss of 1169 Smith Avenue, Campbell appeared before the Commission to speak in favor of the higher density for apartments stating that many of the buildings in the area do not conform to Code since they were built so long ago and the lots they were built on are three times the size of today's normal lot. Mr. Ron Perrone, 1121 Lovell, Campbell spoke in favor of retaining the residential (R-1) zoning; he felt the area was already saturated with apartments. Mr. Winston C. Long, 1177 Smith Avenue, stated to the Commission that he felt this area should be zoned for apartments, noting that the City had recently approved a condominium project in the area. Mr. Warren I. Greenway, 1000 Hazelwood Avenue, Campbell stated to the Commission that one of the reasons he moved to the neighborhood was because it was so quiet and he would like to retain that flavor by having a lower density. AREA 2 Mrs. R. C. Love, 1009 S. San Tomas Aquino Road, Campbell stated she also moved to that area because of the quietness, however there is so much traffic and noise that she would like to see a lower density proposed for the area. She stated that duplexes would be alright, but she was not in favor of large apartment complexes. No one else wishing to be heard on any of the areas, Commissioner Hebard moved that the public hearing be closed, seconded by Commissioner Vierhus, and unanimously adopted. -15- RESOLUTION N0. 1698 Commissioner Hebard moved that the Planning Commission adopt Resolution No. 1698 recommending that the Land Use Element of the General Plan be amended as noted on the attached map, seconded by Commissioner Vierhus, and adopted by the following roll call vote: AYES: Commissioners: Hebard, Dickson, Samuelson, Vierhus, Pack NOES: Commissioners: None ABSENT: Commissioners: Campos Mr. Kee noted to the audience that this recommendation would be forwarded to the City Council and that there would be a public hearing at that level in approximately three weeks. _~ a ~. GP 78-11 This is the time and place fora public hearing Union Avenue Area to consider possible amendments to the Land Use Element of the General Plan and/or Zoning Map of the City of Campbell for the Union Avenue area of the community. Mr. Stafford noted that this is the second of the three areas under consideration. He stated that the Union Avenue area has been divided into five discussion areas, and described each area pointing out that if the Commission determines that a reduction in density is warranted staff is recommending changes in Areas 3, 4, and 5. He further observed that if the Commission determines that a reduction in densities is warranted and accepts the staff proposals, a total of 525 or 650 units could be constructed, or a reduction of 247 or 122 units, since two alternates have been proposed. Chairman Pack declared the public hearing open and invited anyone in the audience to speak for or against what has been proposed by specific area. AREA 3 Mr. Ed Stojanovich, owner of the acreage encompassed by Area 3 and part of Area 4, expressed his concern about lowering the density of these areas since the surrounding areas are zoned high density. He stated that he felt the density of his acreage as it is now is compatible with the area. He mentioned to the Commission that HUD is at the present time considering purchase of the Area 3 property for a possible senior housing center, and the parcel in Area 4 is now a trailer storage yard. Chairman Pack noted to Mr. Stojanovich that some of the Commissioners had expressed concern about high density in this area because of the increase in traffic conditions. She also stated that the acreage in Area 3 is noted on the Open Space inventory, for future use. -16- Commissioner Hebard stated that there is a very high concentration of population in this area and it seems that generally when cities do have such highly populated areas, they can easily become problem areas. He felt that steps should be taken to prevent this area from deteriorating. AREA 5 Mr. James R. Spillman, 3511 Suncrest Avenue, San Jose stated he was representing himself and members of his family who all own land in Area 5. He noted that at the present time they are processing the sale of this property as presently zoned, and the sale would no doubt be contingent upon the present zone of the land since the buyer is contemplating a high density use. He urged the Com- mission to retain the high density zoning in Area 5. Mr. Bob Francis of 701 Parkdale Drive, Campbell appeared before the Commission to speak in favor of a lower density of this area, since the area is becoming congested with people and the traffic is very bad in the area. Mr. Dale Tibbils of 690 Stanfield Drive, Campbell stated to the Commission that he felt it would be a real mistake to continue with high density through- out this area. No one else wishing to be heard, Commissioner Dickson moved that the public hearing be closed, seconded by Commissioner Vierhus and unanimously adopted. RESOLUTION N0. 1699 Commissioner Vierhus moved that the Planning Commission adopt Resolution No. 1699 recommending that the Land Use Element of the General Plan be amended as noted on the attached map, seconded by Commissioner Samuelson, and adopted by the following roll call vote: AYES: Commissioners: Hebard, Dickson, Samuelson, Vierhus,-Pack NOES: Commissioners: None ABSENT: Commissioners: Campos t ;t :: The Commission took a short recess at 11:30 p.m. The meeting reconvened at 11:40 p.m. GP 78-12 This is the time and place fora public hearing to Whiteoaks-Bascom consider possible amendment s to the Land Use Element Area of the G eneral Plan and/or Zoning Map of the City of Campbell for the Whiteoaks area of the community. -17- Mr. Stafford described all four discussion areas in the last of the three areas in the community to be considered by the Commission for a change in density, again pointing out that if the Commission determines that a reduction in density is warranted staff is recommending changes in all four areas. He noted that if the Commission determines that a reduction in densities is warranted and accepts the staff proposals, a total of 587 units could be constructed, or a reduction of 97 units. Mr. Stafford reminded the Commission that Area 4 had been considered by them at their meeting of February 7, 1978, and when it was before the City Council the "Medium Density Residential" land use was removed. Subsequently, Mr. Bill Errico, representing a property owner on Bascom Avenue, wrote a letter to the City Council indicating that he was not aware of the meeting held before the Council and petitioned the Council to reconsider their action and reopen the hearing. At its meeting of April 24 the Council indicated it would reconsider its action, however, since the hearing had been closed, the matter must be brought before the Commission once again. At this time Mr. Kee noted that a letter had been received regarding this item and asked that the Recording Secretary read it into the record. The Recording Secretary read into the record a letter from W. C. Sartorette Colette Eldridge Sartorette, Robert W. Eldridge, Mary Ann Eldridge, and C. E. Sartorette, dated May 9, 1978, expressing their desire that the area remain high density. Said letter is attached hereto and made a part of these minutes. Chairman Pack declared the public hearing open and invited anyone in the audience to speak for or against what has been proposed by specific areas. AREA 1 Mr. Gary Blair of 1250 Hoffman Lane, Campbell appeared before the Commission to express opposition to the higher density and noted that the traffic is very bad in that area. AREA 2 Mr. Lee Liebmann of 50 Shelley Avenue, Campbell also spoke in favor of a lower density zoning and mentioned that the traffic is very heavy in that area. AREA 3 Linda Taylor of 1101 Holmes Avenue spoke in favor of lower density since traffic is already ve ry bad in that area and a higher density would only increase the traffic. AREA 4 Mr. Bill Errico, 236 N. Santa Cruz Avenue, Los Gatos appeared before the Commission to speak in favor of staff's recommendation of the medium density and/or professional office zoning designations for this area, as recommended by the Planning Commission in February 1978. -18- No one else wishing to be heard, Commissioner Vierhus moved that the public hearing be closed, seconded by Commissioner Dickson and unanimously adopted. RESOLUTION N0. 1700 Commissioner Vierhus moved that the Planning Commission adopt Resolution No. 1700 recommending that the Land Use Element of the General Plan be amended as noted on the attached map, seconded by Commissioner Hebard, and adopted by the following roll call vote: AYES: Commissioners: Hebard, Dickson, Samuelson, Vierhus, Pack NOES: Commissioners: None ABSENT: Commissioners; Campos ~ ~ ~ ZC 78-5 This is the time and place for a public hearing to Williams, D. consider the application of Mr. Don Williams for: (1) a change of zoning from R-1 (Single-Family Residential) to P-D (Planned Development/Low Density Residential), and (2) approval of plans, elevations, and development schedule to allow construction of a 7-unit townhouse development on property known as 705 and 725 W. Hacienda Avenue. Commissioner Vierhus reported that the Site and Architectural Review Committee is recommending approval based on the revised plan which had been submitted at the Committee meeting. He noted that the Architectural Advisor is also recommending approval. Staff displayed the plans for the Commission's review. Much discussion ensued regarding the dedication of right of way on Hacienda Avenue. Mr. Helms indicated that it was not a condition of approval of this application; however, if the Commission desired they could add a condition requiring dedication of the street right of way. Chairman Pack declared the public hearing open and invited anyone in the audience to speak for or against this item. Mr. Don Williams, applicant, appeared before the Commission to describe the project and state that the drawings have been revised so that the property will be used to the highest and best use. Mrs. Beth Shanks of 1115 Fairlands Court appeared before the Commission to express her concern about .the traffic generated in the area. She said that there were already 41 cars in Fairlands Court alone, and was afraid that there might be a problem with parking in the area. -lg- Commissioner Hebard moved that TS 78-6 be recommended to the City Council for approval subject to the conditions listed in the Staff Comment Sheet, and that the Commission find that the proposed tract map is in conformance with the General Plan, seconded by Commissioner Dickson, and unanimously adopted. 7; ;~; :: Referral from City Council Capital Improvement Program Mr. Kee explained that this item had been continued from the last Planning Commission in order that the Commission might have time to consider additional comments. Commissioner Vierhus stated that he felt $24,000 for restroom facilities should be taken out of the Program and also the building for the storage of paint which will cost $15,000. Chairman Pack stated that no formal action would be taken on this matter. :~ t Campbell Grammar School Appointment of representative to serve on the Site Task Force Campbell Grammar School Task Force. Representative Chairman Pack appointed Commissioner Hebard as the representative to serve on this task force and stated that she would serve as alternate. Commissioner Hebard was agreeable to this appointment. ;; ;~ ;~ ADJOURNMENT Commissioner Dickson moved that the meeting be adjourned, seconded by Commissioner Samuelson and unanimously adopted. The meeting was adjourned at 1 a.m. APPROVED: Margaret M. Pack, Chairman ATTEST: Arthur A. Kee, Secretary RECORDED: Jeannine Wade, Recorder _22_