PC 11-14-66 10300 Torre Avenue
� Cupertino, California, 9501� Phone: 252 - �505
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California
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION
November 1�, 1g66 8:00 P.M.
Held in the Council Chambers, City Hall, 10300 Torre Avenue,
Cupertino, California
I SALUTE TO THE FLAG
II ROLL CALL: Minutes of previous meeting, l0/2�+/66
Comm. present: Buthenuth, Frolich, Horgan, Hirshon
Comm. absent: Bryson (due to illness)
Staff present: City Attorney, Sam Anderson
Director of Public Works, Frank Finney
Director of Planning, Adde La.urin
City Engineer, Bob Shook
Assistant Planner, Jim Nuzum
Recording Secretary, Lois Inwards
Comm. Frolich noted a typographical error at the bottom
of page 5: It should read: "Motion carried, 3_2�r
Moved by Comm. Horgan, seconded by Comm. Buthenuth, to
approve the Minutes as corrected.
Motion carried, �+-0
III ANNOUNCEMENT OF POSTPONEMENTS, etc.
A request has been received from the Marchese family for
� postponement of application 10-Z-66.
So moved by Comm. Frolich, seconded by Comm. Horgan.
Mo�ion carried, �-0
Due to the long agenda for this evening, the Planning
Director asked whether the Planning Commission would
care to postpone for two weeks the hearing on the Sign
Ordinance.
So moved by Comm. Horgan, seconded by Comm. Buthenuth
Motion carried, �4-0
Cha.irman Hirshon called attention of the audience to '�he
above act�.on, so those in the audience spec3.fically present
for this hearing could leave if they so desired.
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IV WRITTII�T COMMUNICATIO�FS
A. A letter in re�a�d �.� y��;-6r��, whic�i will be brought up
at the tim� of' th�,� 1
V VERBAL COMNNl�TICATIO�jS
There were none.
VI HEARINGS SCHEDITLED o
7-TM-66 A. WARD CRUMP DE�TE�OPPn�:N'�� o Tentative �T�.p ad jacent to and
westerly of SteZling Fa�nk, ����.c:t ��1E, �+ acres.
First Hearing con��nu.e�.n
The Planning Dir°ec;tar ly�.d. no ��urthe:�� r�eport o The Director
of Public Works had �.o t"�:rtrie� �a�p�r� a He stated that
the questions r�.�.��d at �ne �'i����t ����,��.�o are covered in
the Standard Conc�it����, Nre �'�ump had r_o further comments.
Moved by Comm. Butherlu��i� �econc�e�. bLr Cocnm Frolich, to
close the Public rI�ar:in�s o
AYES : Com.m o �;athe�ra�;� �h� r r. o1.ic��.� Horgan, Hirshon
NAYS : None
ABSENT: Comme Br.y��r!
��ot:�on c�,�r�ed, �m0
Comm. Horgan asked trl� app:�..�.cant w����.t he had in mind in
that portion of his :�ette� c7�ali.r�.g wi�h. under�ground utilities.
Mr. Crump said he w�11 k��e g a�. �CO put �n urzderground
utilities all th� �ay It ��u.st; �:eemed more logical to con-
tinue with the s�,me type a,ccar,�rnadat:ion on the property
adjacent to th;� �,lrea,dy-�s�ak.�1.�..shed p�oprrty This would
involve streamlin�d fa��liti�s about 300' on ��.rdena.
That portion of Mr o Crurr.�p °� Oc'c�k��r V� Oth letter was quoted
by the Assistant Pl�.n�er
Moved by Comrn. Ho:�g�,n� �e�;on�.�d by Comms �'rolich, to approve
application 7-TM-66 v�:�t'ri th.e 12 Stan�.ar�. Con�.itions and
Condition 13: sTnder���t�n� izt�.liti�� shal3. be provided ex-
cept as stipulated. �ii �,1�pliG�.Clt e � lef;ter°, to be included
as Appendix B in th� R��c�:ltzt��� n cf' thF Plann� ng Commission.
AYES : Cornm, �3�,.t ri� r���� ��a, F":�o1.�ci�, �ia� g�n, �iirshon
NAYS : Non�
ABSENT: Comrn. �r�r�o�l
Mo'ciori carried, �--0
13-U-66 B. WARNER WILSOTJ: U��� �'�rmi� �' ;r automabile accessories
and appliarice stor� on �t�ver�� C'r�2k Blvd. ,�-87 feet
east of Cupe rtino Fost 0� f�ce o �'3r�'� Hearing continued.
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The Planning Director referred to comments in his memo of
November llth and of the Assistant Flanner in his memo of
November 9th. The Planning Staff f�els this proposed use
would be detrimental to the area and would inhibit develop-
ment of a high-class commercial cen�er in this area. It
is a matter of the use rather than �he architecture of the
building. The opinion of the staff is that this area
should be preserved for a first-rate development rather
than be down-graded.
Mr. Warner Wilson wondered why an �uto accessory and ap-
pliance store is ob�ectionable her� when there are two
similar uses, one recently having been granted a Use
Permit, and the other �ust across atevens Creek Blvd.
Comm. Horgan said that certain uses require Use Permits
because they do not belong �ust an�where in a Commercial
Zone. He does not feel this type of business should be
allowed to get any closer to the C�llege area.
Mr. Rick Anderson, of Gunn-Miller P�ealtors, asked that
the Commissioners discuss the matt�r with Mr. McCue, the
Firestone representative. Mr. H. F�� McCue said the Fire-
stone store is directed toward the �etail sales of auto
accessories, electronics, appliance�, etc. The facilities
are used for the installation of th� accessories only;
they do not do any of the repairing done in tire
shops. The operation is neat and c�ean. The building is
modern. They are not a service sta�ion. The architectural
design will conform to the desires �f the City. The busi-
ness is opened and closed, consister',t with the rest of the
shopping center. Hales, the Broadw�y, F�nporium, etc.,
all operate auto centers in connecti�n with their depart-
ment stores, and this operation is n�rmally located on the
perimeter of the property they serv�.
Comm. Frolich asked, in regard to t�e Broadway, Hales, etc.,
what percentage of them have this type business out on
the main frontage towards a heavil� traveled road. Mr.
McCue admitted that locally, most �f them did not. Down
South they are locating them in th� parking lots and
keeping them separate from the dep�rtment stores. It is
to their advantage �o locate them Where the cars are. In
Fremont, they are being located or the Boulevard.
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Comm. Horgan stated he has never seen one of these operations
that was neat and clean; it is impossible with this type
of work. ,
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Mr. Rick Anderson said Firestone h�s spent considerable
time and money in surveying the area and feels there is a
definite need for this type operation here. Comm. Horgan
feels the need is adequately covered in the area by
already existing service stations and auto service shops.
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PC-R21 November• 14, � ���wyi:t-�i��; ;��.u�:.r�ui.����� ���"°:����.�:G s�iir�utes
Chairman Hirshan T,vas :;o���;����r�:u. f,:%:.at� tr�is k�u.�in�ss would
be detrimental to th° �.es�;� o:� �:r.�.� �.re�. �ie feels
there are ot�ier pla�es ir�. �';��.�P�r���,�o ti�Tnzre this business
might be loc�.ted, but :rl�� _Lrl ��1�� �_rirr�� �"or�7rn�racial area.
One of Comm. Hor��,:� 9 s o�}� �c ry�r�� �..� �:rt� �o��tiori of the
building on the property, P�riza�� �.�' �t were placed in
back of 'che jun.ior c�e��.r�rr�ez�t s�o��e :if, rnign.t not be so
objectionable.
Mr. Wilson ri��;zc�. t�:.�.�. ir�. ��a�� ��x_���,:��a ra��e �o trzan here,
tire accessory s��c��� �l�a �1? � in f'za�r?�;, �f: asked that
the Commissionez�U not �� foo cor�� e�n�::� about a multi-
plicity o�' sigris; z�� s wi11 r� controll�d by the Sign
Ordinance. H� f'eels �hat; rig:rl.� n�w, r�o�t of Cupertino's
need for tYiis k�r��d of' svrT�ic°�� i� Y�ne� �y si'�op� outside of
the City. There a��e now g;, 0����:� �people �n G�e�.ter Cupertino,
and he believes we sh�u�.d t���;r tc� keep c��.�.r� bus�.ness at home.
Comm. Buthenuth �.sy�Qd. if' the �"�i���t�n�. �.���c�p1e would be
willing to put t�ie b�.y� ir� tr�,� ����.r so �:ney� are not seen
from the other �ha�s ar`�. �a��� ng traf'i'�� . Mr. McCue
said they try to direc�; �h���� .se�vic� tot�1ard the traffic,
locating on �, hi�;h-t�a? �'ic k��ul.evarc�. �; n�� feel they
can justify a���as�.rl��s ir1 �,la.p��r�ino �.n�. W�oul� like to
locate here, but ur!l��s trle� can 1�car� �.�� a traffic area,
they cannot est�,bli�ii tl���.r business h�� a
Comm. Hirshon askzr3. ii' t���.e;r 'r��,ve �ia.��ve� ed �.ny o�;her loca-
tions in Cu�ertin.o, 2i��s ��1a��f;_LO�x w�rif uri�,nswered. Comm.
Horgan wanteci �;o r,��.k� it c°1��.z2 t,h�.t r�E� TnT�.� no�: saying
that he thought F�restorle c�.�d noz belon�; in Cupertino;
just that this W�,S no� thF� xaig��t s�at� ior it. The Planning
Director said trlere is pl�n�� oi s�ace suitable for this
purpose availak�le iri C;u.�er��no, c�t1 rr?a�jor h�ghtivays, in areas
which alread.y have sta��te�:�. f�o c�.ev�l.op as ���,uto rows,
Moved by Comm. Tr�ol�cl�, secari��.�c3. ��y�� Cornm Horgan, to close
the Public Hear�_���;s m
AYES: Cor��r:n �u.t�iznutt�, �+'rolich, Hor�an, Hirshon
NAYS: Non�
ABSENT: CoYn�n. B�ysoYl
I'�Iot.3.on c�,rYdie�., ���0
Comm. Buthenu�h c�mr�ent�d t���.t tr�.� i'ui�ction of this body
is to get the be�t us� of �r�e l�,ra�. anc� rie c�oes not agree
that this woulc� be the ��.se ix fihis a�plicatiori were
granted.
Chairman Hirshozl dic7 n.ot i e�l t?7�.� �J�.s f�h� �°ight kind of
business for this properf ;;�.
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Moved by Comm. Frolich, seconded by Comm. Horgan, that
application 13-U-66 be denied.
AYES: Cormn. Buthenuth, Frolich, Horgan, Hirshon
NAYS : None
ABSE�TT: Comm. Bryson
Motion carried, �-0
The City Attorney advised the applicant of his right
� to appeal,
9-V- C. J. DENNTS WHITE AND SHIRLEY JEAN WHITE: Variance
to permit relocation of side fence line to five
feet from sidewalk, 22067 Clearcreek Court.
First Hearing.
The Assistant Planner referred to points raised in his
memo of November gth on this matter. He said this
situation of fencing corner lots has come up before.
The Ordinance should be upheld in cases where the side
yard abuts what would be the front yard of the ad�acent
lot. In the interest of safety, we should preserve a
line of sight. In this case, visibility from the ad-
�acent lot is restricted. For the above reasons, the
Assistant Planner recommended against this application.
A letter from Mrs. Frances Hislop, 22137 Clearcreek
Court, Cupertino, was introduced at this time. Ob,jec-
tions to this fence variance were that it would obstruct
the view from the Hislop kitchen window.
Mr. Dennis White, 22067 Clearcreek Court, said the reason
they want to extend their fence out is that they need
more outdoor living area; his house being on a corner
means most of their yard is in the front. The house is
quite large, which leaves little back yard. This was
going to provide a play area for his small son. It is
at the end of Clearcreek Court and no traffic vision
would be impaired. He said there are 10 or 11 homes in
the Court and none of the people have complained to him,
except for the person who wrote the letter. He said he
planned to use a grape stake fence and put shrubs in front,
which will actually enhance the area. Children and dogs
seem to naturally congregate at the end of the cul-de-sac,
where his home is situated, and rocks have been thrown
and one actually broke a window. Mr. White was rather
surprised to hear of this letter ob,jecting to his pro-
posal. He would rather his neighbors had come to him first.
Mrs. Frances Hislop, 22137 Clearcreek Court, presented a
petition with nine signatures of neighbors who were ob,�ect-
ing to this fence variance. She said nobody said anything
to Mr. White because he did not ask the neighbors what they
thought about it.
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Mr. White said he �calke� witr� t'rie liomeowner of lot �-`92,
next door, and he na�. no o���2ct.�ons. Sincz there are ob-
viously objections t'rom oth�rs he askec� it' there could be
a compromise. Perh�,ps ne could put the i'ence at 7t back
from the sidewalk.
Chairman Hirshon s�.i�. he w�,s t,o��cernea abaut light and open
space as well as safet� anc�. ti�isibilit�. Comm, Frolich
commented that tre I�'ence Ox°ca.inanc;� is no� onl�r for the sake
of the neighbors, �u�: � or t;'rz� o�rerall �oc�:�. of the City.
Comm. Buthenuth feels if° vu�� st,art; letting fences go 'way
out in front w� ch�,n�� th� cr�ara�:ter of th� area. Chair-
man Hirshon c�id nat �eel su.ff icient ��iardship has been
shown, and Variances a�e base�. on h�.rdship.
Moved by Comm. Frolich, ��r.c�r�a���. b�r Comrn. Horgan, to close
the Public H�arings.
AYES: Corr�tn. �3uti�eriz�th, �+'�olicYi, Horgan, Hirshon
NAYS: None
ABSENT: Gomm. Bryso�7
l�oti�ri c�.��°ied, �-�
Moved by Commo H��a�an, se^�n�.��. ��r Comrn, ButhPnuth, to deny
application 9
AYES: Carnm. �u�;h�nt�t�. I1':�°�,Iic��� Horgan, Hirshon
NAYS: None
ABSENT: Commo Fryson
Motion c;�.rr�ied, �-�0
9-Z- D. PAGE PROPERTTES, INC R�zon�.ng from R1-10 to Planned
Development (P� of �.pprox 3'� ac��es located south of
Junipero Serra Fre���a.y b�tti�eer� 1�lary Avenue and Garden
Gate School. First He�.� in��
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15-U-66 E. PAGE PROPERTI�S, I?'dC o : Use Permit to �.11ow Residential
One-family C1ust;er (R1C ) l.lse with an over�.11 density
not to exceed sev�n dwellin� units per g�oss acre.
Approx 3� acz°es locate�. �ou�h of Junzpero Serra Free-
way between Ma�y Av��.ue �,ra�. Garaen. Ga.te School.
First Hearing
Mr. Irwin Mittelman, of' P�.ge Pr•opez�ti�s, reviewed and oriented
the Commission with what they tiaarYt to do with this area,
which contains th� ma�jor p�.�°t of trie Natr�anson property.
It is ad�acent to C�11eg� Park, f'ar v�7hi�h Page Properties
got a Use Permit last r��rtaary �� plan of th� street
system was put on. th� k�ulletin boa��d togethe�.� with a
similar plan �'or College Par��
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A 22 acre area is excluded because Mr. Nathanson plans
to retain his home there.
Mr. Mittelman said the project consists of clusters of
single-family homes, with a homeowners' association with
a firm legal obligation to maintain the common green,
walkways and recreation areas. The street widths of the
current proposal are identical with those approved for
College Park. He added that College Park is not going
ahead at this time, and that the Use Permit for that area
runs out in February.
Page Properties would like to have an indication from the
Planning Commission as to their receptiveness to this
proposed rezoning, Use Permit, and street pattern.
Mr. Mittelman offered to bring back the colored slides of
similar developments in the area, for the benefit of the
new Commissioners.
The Planning Director referred to his memo of November 11,
and commented first on density. He said there was con-
siderable controversy on this matter during discussions
of College Park. He had recommended the proposed density
of 7 dwelling units per gross acre for that area, partly
because it was an improvement over the original zoning
permitting 16 units per gross acre, and partly because he
believed that with careful design one can get a good
one--family cluster development with 7 units per gross acre.
In the case of this application, we do not have the pressure
of an existing high-density zoning, but he still recom-
mended that the Planning Commission agree to this proposed
development in principle. A Use Permit expires after one
year but a rezoning does not; for that reason the limita-
tion of density should be a condition to the Rezoning
rather than to the Use Permit.
The Planning Director further commented on problems regard-
ing the street pattern, mentioned in his memo. He said
that these problems could be worked out, but that this
time a fairly detailed development plan should be made for
the entire area.
Comm. Frolich is concerned about the traffic generated in
the area. He would be reluctant to see more than �.�
dwelling units per gross acre here unless there is a
guarantee that the density of College Park is kept down.
He asked why the applicant is asking for P Zoning in this
instance, rather than a straight Cluster Zoning, since
the application is for one particular use rather than a
composite. He feels strongly that we do have to have an
understanding of what is going to happen to the College
Park property before a decision can be made on this appli-
cation. It is important to know whether College Park will
revert to 16 units per gross acre when the Use Permit expires,
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The City Attorney s�.id t'r�at T,n�r�.�.t we do �aith College Park
would have a bearing on tr° �,TatY�,n�oss �.?�eae A traffic
pattern is needed. �n tl,e *_�'xao���� to �u��iy th�t needed in
the rear.
Chairman Hirshon called t'or �, �°e�:ess at � e�+5 P.M. Meet-
ing reconvened at 10:C0 P.�!�.
Mr. Mittelman said tharc �,T����e no ok�je�t�on� to 'cheir
College Park applications �y �.nv r.r�ern��ers of the public.
He stressed that what is �efore the Planning Commis-
sion now is not Colleg� Fark �ut tre �,rea north thereof
and that this project stands on its own feet. He asked
if this pro j ect meets t_I��e desire� of the Cit�r. If not,
Page Properties v�ill not spend any more time or money
on it.
The City Attorney was askad to prepare �, r�port on where
we stand on the density of College Fark vuhen the Use
Permit expires.
Moved by Comm. Frolich, �econd��. by �omrn. Norgan, to con-
tinue the First Hearing o�n �.p�li�ations �-Z-66 & 15 -U-66 .
Comm. Frolich asked th� Flanning Director for a copy of
the final version of wk�,t was voted upon for College Park.
He feels there is a more direct �.pproach to this rezoning
than Planned Developmento
Chairman Hirshon suggest�3 tre �,ppli�:ant �v'or°k out the street
problems with the staff. Access by local streets to the
Nathanson property should be shown; Greenleaf and Gardena
Drives shoizld both go through.
Mr. Mittelman said he could riot speak f"or Mr. Nathanson,
but he believes Mr. N�.�harison would likP access to Mary
Avenue. Mr. Mittelman also thin.k� the Planning Director's
suggestion for Greenleaf is a teniporary one. He noted
Cupertino's bad experip�ces witrl footpaths to school pro-
perty, and said the walkw�,ys he proposes vuill not have
fences on both sides, but ��i11 ��e located in a landscaped
area. Mr. Mittelman �lso t.xpre�sec�. his �iish for one
rather than two t.hrough ea�t-w�st streets, whlch would
give a more cohesive char�,cter° to �;he �.evelepment.
Motion carried, �+-0�
Mr. Mittelman was asked to brin.� the previous exhibits of
College Park and the colored slides o� other similar deve-
lopments to the next meetin� at 7�30 Po1�7.
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10-Z-66 F. J. MARCHESE & SON: Rezoning from A1-�3 to Planned
Development (P), with Planned Industrial Park (MP)
use, of approximately 20 acres located at intersec-
tion of Pruneridge Road and Tantau Avenue extensions,
west of Westwood Oaks subdivision. First Hearing.
This item was postponed.
11 -z-66 G. WILLIAM NORTON: Rezoning from A1-�3 to Light
Industrial (ML) of approximately one acre on the
east side of Blaney Avenue, approximately 360 feet
south of Homestead Road. First Hearing.
Patricia Phillips, 11167 Linda Vista, of Cupertino Realty,
stated she was representing Mr. Norton at this meeting, but
that he would be present at the next one. They have no
building plans to present. They would like to get the
zoning now and H-Control approval later. This property
is practically surrounded by P.G. & E. When the Cali
property is sold, the Cupertino Courier office might have
to move with short notice.
The Planning Director said this is a part of an area that
he has suggested rezoning to Light Industrial. It would
have been more desirable to rezone the adjoining property
at the same time. However, he would recommend approval of
this application. He proposed the conditions that all
pick-up and delivery take place in the back rather than
the front of the building, and that the facade should
extend the entire width of the lot, except for the necessary
driveway or gate. Mrs. Phillips said the applicant is
willing to cooperate.
Comm. Horgan noted there is already a Light Industrial use
in the area. The Commissioners felt that a Second Hearing
would give the public a better chance to express opinions.
Moved by Comm. Frolich, seconded by Comm. Horgan, that
the First Hearing be closed.
Motion carried, �-0
12-Z-66 H. RICHARD J. KEHRIG: Rezoning from A1-�3 to General
Commercial (CG) of approximately two acres located
at the southeast corner of Homestead Road and Blaney
Avenue. First Hearing.
Mr. Kehrig said there is light industrial land available
in other areas he believes are more suitable. He believes
this parcel is too small for industrial use. He went over
the types of uses that do not need a Use Permit in a light
industrial zone, but might not be desirable in this loca-
tion.
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The plans for commercial development of the area include
single story buildings, 30' setbacks, 20� building coverage.
The property across Blaney Avenue is already zoned commer-
cial. A small convenience commercial center with a service
station, a restaurant, and small markets can be supported
in the area for which the rezoning application now has
been made. Mr. Kehrig said he is talking about top-grade
architecture: adobe slump stone buildings, generous
landscaping. He is prepared to dedicate an additional 5'
of street to help the traff ic f low. He will do anything
he can to guarantee a first-class development here.
Comm. Frolich asked the location of some of his previous
developments. Mr. Kehrig said he has done some in Mil-
pitas, Fremont Monument Shopping Center and Northwood
Park.
The Planning Director referred to his memo of November 11.
The main point of this memo was that Cupertino is already
overzoned with Commercial areas. Additional CG zoning
would mean that other areas zoned CG would be left un-
developed indefinitely. He further indicated that in
case of an approval of the application, two more weeks
were needed to study the consequences regarding street
access, etc., of an approval.
Moved by Comm. Frolich, seconded by Comm. Horgan, to close
the First Hearing.
Motion carried, �-0
81,00�.12 I. SIGN ORDINANCE N0 350 Revision of Sign Ordinance
• No. 89. First Hearing continued.
This item was postponed.
VII UNFINISHED BUSINESS
There was none.
VIII NEW BUSINESS
81,021 A. STATE OF CALIFORNIA DIVISION OF HIGHWAYS: Maintenance
yard west of Stevens Freeway, south of Stevens Creek
Blvd.
Mr. B. C. Bachtold and other representatives of the San
Francisco office of the Division of Highways, presented a
rendering of the proposed maintenance yard. Mr. Bachtold
said the policy of the Division of Highways is to give
the utmost attention to aesthetics, including landscaping,
through all stages of development, and to cooperate with
cities and counties. 'I'h.is yard is being designed to take
care of all types of equipment, but mostly relatively light
equipment will be stored here; no equipment will be left in
the open during nights.
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Mr. Bachtold said they are thinking in terms of/concrete block
buildings and hope to have the building under construction by
next year.
The Planning Director discussed access to Stevens Creek Blvd.
After completion of the freeway, Stevens Creek Blvd. will have
five closely spaced intzrsections at Mary Avenue, the northbound
freeway ramps, the southbound ramps, Bubb Road-Peninsula Avenue
and the railroad. Additional intersections should b2 avoided,
and direct access f rom adjacent lots would be impractical bzcause
of queuing before traffic lights, turn lanes, etc. For that
reason, access to the maintenance yard should be via the Bubb
Road intersection and a local street parallel to Stevens Creek
Blvd. The local street could either be a frontag2 road or be
located at some distance from the Boulevard. In the latter case,
there could be private office buildings, for instance, located
between the Boulevard and th2 local street, with vehicular access
to the local street only. Another important matter is screening
by trees between the maintenance yard and thz adjacznt future
apartment district.
Juanita McLaren, 10101 Blaney Avenue, Cupertino realtor, said she
is interested in several points: type of landscaping, noise
factor, type of architecture, type of roof on buildings, and what
is going in the back; mainly because she is negotiating with acre-
ages in the area. It was brought out that the sewagz line would
have to be brought down to this property.
Mr. David Franklin, of Franklin-Bahl Developers, 2383 Pruneridge
Avenue, asked if the frontage road would be a two-way public �
street. He was told that it would. There will be sufficient
landscaping around the low, single-story buildings, and there will
be a low noise factor.
Moved by Commissioner Horgan, seconded by Commissioner Frolich,
to recommend approval of this program to the City Council.
AYES: Commissioners Frolich, Horgan, Hirshon
NAYS : None
ABSTAINED: Commissioner Buthenuth
ABSENT: Commissioner Bryson
Motion carried, 3-0
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IX ADJOURNMENT
Moved by Comm. Buthenuth, seconded by Comm. Horgan, to
ad�ourn the meeting at 11:20 P.M.
A PPROVED:
�sL Jack Hirshon
� a rman
ATTEST:
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Director of Planning
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