PC Min - 08/10/2010CITY OF CAMPBELL PLANNING COMMISSION
MINUTES
7:30 P.M.
TUESDAY
AUGUST 10, 2010
CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
The Planning Commission meeting of August 10, 2010, was called to order at 7:30
p.m., in the Council Chambers, 70 North First Street, Campbell, California by Chair
Gibbons and the following proceedings were had, to wit:
ROLL CALL
Commissioners Present
Commissioners Absent
Staff Present:
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Chair:
Vice Chair:
Commissioner:
Commissioner:
Commissioner:
Commissioner:
Commissioner:
Community Development
Director:
Planning Manager:
City Attorney:
Recording Secretary:
Elizabeth Gibbons
Michael Rocha
Mark Ebner
Philip C. Reynolds, Jr.
Bob Roseberry
Theresa Alster
Jeffrey Cristina
Kirk Heinrichs
Paul Kermoyan
William Seligmann
Corinne Shinn
Motion: Upon motion by Commissioner Reynolds, seconded by
Commissioner Rocha, the Planning Commission minutes of the
meeting of July 13, 2010, were approved. (5-0-2; Commissioners
Alster and Cristina were absent)
SPECIAL PRESENTATION
Chair Gibbons presented a proclamation to Vice Chair Rocha upon his last meeting
as a member of the Planning Commission. She recognized his eight years of service
saying it offered his fellow Commissioners with a wonderful opportunity to get to
know him and learn from him. The proclamation outlines Vice Chair Rocha's tenure,
contributions and major projects.
Campbell Planning Commission Minutes for August 10, 2010
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Vice Chair Rocha thanked the Commission and recounted how Ida Yerkovich
encouraged him to apply to serve on the Planning Commission, something that he
likely would not have considered. He said that during his eight-year tenure he
participated in approximately 800 meetings and has seen some amazing projects as it
was a dynamic time in Campbell. He explained that a Commissioner must approach
their service passionately. He added that he brought his 32 years as a resident of
Campbell together with his commercial real estate background to the role of
Commissioner. He said he was now going to take a little time back for himself and his
wife.
COMMUNICATIONS
There were no communications items.
AGENDA MODIFICATIONS OR POSTPONEMENTS
There were no agenda modifications or postponements.
ORAL REQUESTS
There were no oral requests.
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PUBLIC HEARINGS
Chair Gibbons read Agenda Item No. 1 into the record as follows:
1. PLN2010-102 Public Hearing to consider the application of Mr. Robert
Sanchez, R. Sanchez for a Conditional Use Permit (PLN2010-102) for
chiropractic care, massage, acupuncture, integrated somatic
therapy and neuromuscular movement training within a
professional office building on property owned by Tersigni
Family, LP, located at 1836 E. Hamilton Avenue in a P-O
(Professional Office) Zoning District. Staff is recommending that
this project be deemed Categorically Exempt under CEQA.
Planning Commission action final unless appealed in writing to
the City Clerk within 10 calendar days. Project Planner: Paul
Kermoyan, Planning Manager
Mr. Paul Kermoyan, Planning Manager, presented the staff report as follows:
• Advised that the applicant is seeking approval of a Conditional Use Permit to
legalize an existing massage business with other health care services within a
Professional Office Zoning District.
• Described the location as being a corner lot at Hamilton and Grace Avenues.
There are two buildings on the property. No exterior changes are proposed.
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• Explained that this tenant space was previously occupied by a Farmer's Insurance
office. Farmer's sublet space in 1993 and Mr. Robert Sanchez has been on site
since 1994. This is a well maintained property.
• Said that the land use issues to consider when establishing a change of use is how
the use works with the site and how it might impact neighboring properties.
• Said that the operational hours are between 10 a.m. and 7 p.m. each weekday,
from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturdays and closed on Sundays.
• Added that there are 18 parking spaces. Staff has visited the site on several
occasions and always found parking to be available.
• Reported that a massage establishment permit would be secured through the
Police Department and staff has modified Condition 15 for clarity.
• Recommended approval.
Chair Gibbons opened the Public Hearing for Agenda Item No. 1.
Mr. Robert Sanchez, Applicant, 1836 E. Hamilton Avenue:
• Explained that he is a certified massage therapist.
• Thanked the Commission for considering his application today. He also thanked
his family and friends for their support and Planning Manager Paul Kermoyan for
serving as a mentor in this process.
• Stated that he hopes to continue to work in this community as he loves it.
Commissioner Reynolds pointed out that he does not see an x-ray room.
Mr. Robert Sanchez reported that they do not use x-rays in their practice.
Mr. Tom Hutton, Resident of Cupertino:
• Introduced himself as a 15-year client.
• Said that Mr. Sanchez is very professional and competent.
Chair Gibbons closed the Public Hearing for Agenda Item No. 1.
Motion: Upon motion of Commissioner Rocha, seconded by
Commissioner Roseberry, the Planning Commission adopted
Resolution No. 3995 granting a Conditional Use Permit (PLN2010-
102) for chiropractic care, massage, acupuncture, integrated
somatic therapy and neuromuscular movement training within a
professional office building on property owned by Tersigni
Family, LP, located at 1836 E. Hamilton Avenue, with the
conditions as modified, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Ebner, Gibbons, Reynolds, Rocha and Roseberry
NOES: None
ABSENT: Alster and Cristina
ABSTAIN: None
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Chair Gibbons advised that this action is final unless appealed in writing to the City
Clerk within 10 calendar days.
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REPORT OF THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR
Director Kirk Heinrichs had no additions to the written report.
ADJOURNMENT
The Planning Commission meeting adjourned at 7:45 p.m. to the next Regular
Planning Commission Meeting of September 14, 2010.
SUBMITTED BY:
Corin inn, Recording Secretary
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APPROVED BY: /
,E'lz eth Gibbons, Chair
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ATTEST:
Ki einri s, Secretary