PC 11-23-98CITY OF CUPERTINO
10300 Torre Avenue
Cupertino, CA 95014
(408) 777-3308
APPROVED MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE
PLANNING COMMISSION HE~LD ON NOVEMBER 23, 1998
SALUTE TO TIrI~ FLAG
ROLL CALL
Commissioners present:
Harris, Stevens, Chairwoman Austin
Commissioners absent:
Doyle and Mahoney
Staff present:
Robert Cowan, Director of Community Development; Ciddy Wordell,
City Planner; Vera Gil, Planner II; Eileen Murray, Assistant City
Attorney
APPROVAL OF MINUTES: None
WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS: Chair Austin noted written communication from the
Baptist Church; a written request from applicant H. Abtahi to continue Application 13-U-98 and
29-EA-98; and a letter from the Rose Court Homeowners Association concerning the Chen
application.
POSTPONEMENTS/REMOVAL FROM CALENDAR:
Application No.(s):
Applicant:
Location:
13-U-98, 29-EA-98
Hamid Abtahi
10121 Foothill Blvd.
Use Permit to convert the auto repair portion ora service station to a convenience store.
Planning Commission decision final unless appealed
Continued from November 9, 1998
MOTION:
SECOND:
ABSENT:
VOTE:
Com. Harris moved to postpone Application 13-U-98 and 29-EA-98 to the
December 14, 1998 Planning Commission meeting
Com. Stevens
Coms. Doyle and Mahoney
Passed 3-0-0
Application No.:
Applicant:
Location:
34-EA-98 Amendments to Accessory Structure & Tree
Ordinance
City of Cupertino
Citywide
P annlng Commission Minutes 2 November 23, 1998
Consideration of modification to Chapter 19.80 Accessory Building Structures and Chapter 14/18
(Heritage & Specimen Trees) related to privacy protection measures.
Tentative City Council Hearing Date: January 4, 1999
Request continuance to December 14, 1998
MOTION:
SECOND:
ABSENT:
VOTE:
Com. Harris moved to postpone Application 34-EA-98 to the December 14, 1998
Planning Commission meeting
Com. Stevens
Coms. Doyle and Mahoney
Passed 3-0-0
CONSENT CALENDAR:
Application No.
Applicant:
Location:
21qASA-98
Quality Design Concepts (Walgreens)
10795 S. Blaney & 20075 Bollinger CNW Comer)
Modification of architectural plans to install spandrel glass rather than clear glass windows
Planning Commission decision final unless appealed
MOTION:
SECOND:
ABSENT:
VOTE:
Com. Stevens moved to approve Application 21-ASA-98 of the Consent Calendar
Com. Harris
Coms. Doyle and Mahoney
Passed 3-0-0
ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW
2a.
Application No.:
Applicant:
Location:
23-ASA-98
O'Brien Group
.Lot 1-1 Cristo Rey Drive
Architectural review of a new 4,602 sq. ft. residence in Unit 1, Lot 1
Planning Commission decision final unless appealed
2b.
Application No.:
Applicant:
Location:
24-ASA-98
O'Brien Group
.Lot 1-10 Cristo Rey Drive
Architectural review of a new 4,780 sq. ft. residence in Unit 1, Lot 10
Planning Commission decision final unless appealed
2C.
Application No.:
Applicant:
Location:
25-ASA-98
O'Brien Group
.Lot 1-7 Cristo Rey Drive
Architectural review of a new 4,780 sq. ft. residence in Unit 1, Lot 7
Planning Commission decision final unless appealed
Planning Commission Minutes 3 November 23, 1998
2d.
Application No.:
Applicant:
Location:
26-ASA-98
O'Brien Group
.Lot 2-20 Cristo Rey Drive
Architectural review of a new 4,780 sq. ft. residence in Unit 2, Lot 20
Planning Commission decision final unless appealed
2e.
Application No.:
Applicant:
Location:
27-ASA-98
O'Brien Group
.Lot 2-1 Cristo Rey Drive
Architectural review of a new 4,778 sq. ft. residence in Unit 2, Lot 1
Planning Commission decision final unless appealed
2f.
Application No.:
Applicant:
Location:
28-ASA-98
O'Brien Group
.Lot 1-3 Cristo Rey Drive
Architectural review of a new 4,610 sq. ft. residence in Unit 1, Lot 3
Planning Commission decision final unless appealed
Staff presentation: The video presentation reviewed the background of the item, noting that a
total of 178 new single family homes have been approved for Oak Valley on former Diocese
property. Items 2a through 2f are for six new home designs for Neighborhoods 2 (Unit 1) and
Neighborhood 3 (Unit 2). Staffhas reviewed all six designs and recommends approval; however
is concerned with the design of Lot 1 in Neighborhood 2, particularly the two turrets and the
security gate. Recommended modifications are outlined in the staff report. A decision on the
applications will be considered final and not for, yarded to the City Council unless an appeal is
filed within 14 calendar days.
Ms. Ciddy Wordell, City Planner, referred to the site plan and discussed staff's concerns with the
architectural design of Lot 1-01, which included two turrets which staff felt were not appropriate
to the rural atmosphere called for in the General Plan. Staffrecommends that the smaller turret
on the left elevation be modified to a square element, and the entry turret be reduced in height to
23 feet. She also noted that a security gate was included in'the architect's rendering, which staff
did not approve.
Mr. Steven Zales, O'Brien Group, said that the security gate was only a part of the architect's
rendering and not part of the application. He said that if the city objected to the round form of the
turret on the left elevation, they were willing to square offthe element, which he explained was a
sitting area offthe master bedroom. Relative to the 25 foot turret, Mr. Zales said that the
applicant prefers that it remain as part of the design.
Mr. Frank Stoltz, architect, answered questions about the various elevations. He discussed the
features of Lot 1-03 which depicted a farmhouse style and answered questions relative to the
window trim.
Chair Austin opened the meeting for public input; there was no one present who wished to speak.
Planning Commission Minutes 4 November 23, 1998
Com. Stevens said that the homes were large homes on large lots in a unique area and he was in
favor of unique homes. He said that he liked the turret design; however, agreed with staffthat the
25 foot height on the major turret would better complement the area at 23 feet, and he did not feel
that the smaller turret needed to be squared off. Com.* Stevens ~-aid he felt the homes fit the
unique area very well. He said the security gate was not an issue as it was not requested in the
application.
Com. Harris said that she would not approve the application as she did not like the barn feature on
Lot 1-03 and felt that the window should have more trim. She also said that did not like the large
amount of concrete in the driveway area. Relative to Lot 1-01, she said she concurred with staff
recommendation to lower the center turret to 23 feet, and she supported their recommendation to
square offthe smaller turret similar to Lot 2-01. Com. Harris said that the other four designs
were suitable.
Chair Austin said that she was in favor of all the designs, including the turrets and the barn
design. She said she agreed that the larger turret should be lowered to 23 feet and that the
security gate was not an issue.
MOTION:
SECOND:
NOES:
ABSENT:
VOTE:
Com. Stevens moved to approve Application 23-ASA-98, Lot 1 with the
omission of the security gate (at the request of applicant) and the height reduction
of the center turret from 25 feet to 23 feet
Chair Austin
Com. Harris
Coms. Doyle and Mahoney
Passed 2-I-0
· MOTION:
SECOND:
ABSENT:
VOTE:
Com. Stevens moved to approve Application 24-ASA-98, Lot 10; 25-ASA-98,
Lot 7; 26-ASA-98, Lot 20, Unit 2; and 27-ASA~98, Lot 1, Unit 2 according to
the model resolution
Com. Harris
Coms. Doyle and Mahoney
Passed 3-0-0
MOTION:
SECOND:
NOES:
ABSENT:
VOTE:
Com. Stevens moved to approve Applicati.on 28-ASA-98, Lot 3, according to the
model resolution
Chair Austin
Com. Harris
Coms. Doyle and Mahoney
Passed 2-1-0
PUBLIC ItEARING
Application No.(s):
Applicant:
Location:
6-U-98(M), 16-EA-98 (construction of 8 townhomes)
Judy Chen
7359 Rainbow Drive (easterly most apartment lot on north side
of Rainbow Drive - next to freeway)
Use Permit to demolish an existing apartment and construct an 8 unit townhouse development on
a .34 acre parcel.
Planning Commission Minutes 5 November 23, 1998
To rezone a .34 acre parcel from P (Res 20-30) to P(Res 10-20)
Tentative City Council Hearing Date of January 4, 1999
Continued frotn Planning Commission meeting of November 9, 1999
Staff presentation: The video presentation reviewed the application to demolish an existing 6-unit
apartment building and construct a 7-unit townhouse project on a .34 net acre parcel on the comer
of Rainbow Drive and Highway 85. The application also involves rezoning the parcel from a
Planned Residential Development with a density range between 20-30 units per gross acre to a
Planned Residential Development with a density range between 10-20 units per gross acre. The
tentative map will be submitted at a later date. Staff feels that architectural changes continue to
improve the overall design but still fall short of meeting the Planning Commission's expectations.
Staffhas reviewed the applicant's most recently 'submitted plans and believes the resubmittal fails
to address the following areas: mar building setback; providing additional landscaping; and
stepping down of building 1 to create a terracing effect for the development. Staff recommends
that the architect and applicant return with another design msubmittal. If the Planning
Commission decides to submit a recommendation to the City Council, it would be tentatively
forwarded to the City Council at the January 4, 1999 meeting.
Ms. Vera Gil, Planner II, reviewed the outstanding concerns, which included the interpretation of
stepping down the building; rear setbacks of the building, additional landscaping to the rear of the
building for privacy; and issues relating to drainage. The concerns were outlined in the attached
staff report.
Mr. Bert Viskovich, Public Wgrks Director, explained that drainage was categorized into three
different levels: a storm facility in the street, the street itself, and an overland or release flow. He
noted in this particular case, there are facilities in the development to the north that allow it to
flow for those very low flows, and he noted that most of the city's storm facilities are designed
only for a three or five year event, namely that every three or five years the capacity of the system
is burdened to the point where water is in the street; and the street then becomes the conduit
carrying the water. He said that when it fails, the creeks are also in a position where they can't
take any more water and flooding then occurs. He reported that with the particular project, with a
graded manhole cover some of the water could be redirected into the inlet. Responding to Com.
Harris's question regarding the impact on the neighbors, Mr. Viskovich said that there is some
ponding that occurs, and the ponding would be alleviated through the graded manhole cover
installed to the north of the project, and when those storm facilities can't handle the water, the
water will go down along the trees and out to Rainbow Drive, which is called overland flow. He
said that in all projects that don't have street frontage, there has to be overland flow to release the
water into the street to get into the local channels.
Mr. Mark Hines, representing the applicant, reported that Mr. Sloan, the amhitect, had obtained a
copy of the previous Planning Commission meeting tapes, and endeavored to respond to the two
concerns conveyed to the applicant; which were to obtain setback equivalent to the Landmark
property and attempt to have some stepping of height to provide for a variety of height.
Mr. Tom Sloan, project architect, referred to an overhead of the elevations, and reviewed the
proposed changes to address the concerns. He noted that wall heights had been dropped; the
overall massing of the roof on each unit was reduced by dropping ridge heights and varying the
Planning Commission Minutes 6 November 23, 1998
heights from 34 feet down to 30 feet at the end. He noted that without chopping out entire
bedrooms from the upper floor, it was as close as they could come without creating flat roofs.
Referring to the site plan, he illustrated the proposed increase i_n setbacks from 10 feet to 11 feet.
He said that staff was still concerned with the overall massing on Rainbow Drive, but he felt it
was unjust to compare it to a building approximately 4 miles away. He aid he felt it was fair to
compare it to the existing Landmark development next door. He continued his presentation and
answered questions about the design of the development.
Chair Austin opened the meeting for public input.
Mr. Sonny Lundin, 7363 Rainbow Drive, representing the Rose Court Homeowners, referred to
the street elevation at Rainbow drive, and addressed outstanding issues of concern. He said that
they would prefer shorter building heights; slan,ted roofs similar to the others; and setback from
property line to be 13 feet.
Mr. Kevin Witt, resident, 20618 Gardenside Drive, asked the Commissioners to review his
handout. He pointed out that at the previous Planning Commission meeting he attended, it was
stated that setbacks should be increased to 13 feet, which was not the case with the proposed
development, which in reality was only 10 feet. He said that the landscaping should include a 15
gallon tree, some 24 inch box trees, some tall cylindrical trees to provide privacy to his yard. He
said that drainage should include some room away from the sound wall to allow natural flow out
to Rainbow. Mr. Witt pointed out that the building height remained at 34 feet and was not broken
up. He said that there is no street parking in front of the development, and that 7 parking spaces
was not adequate for the development; and there were no laundry facilities in the townhouses.
He requested that restrictions be placed on weekend construction so that work could not begin
before 9 or 10 a.m.
Mr. Chris Crafford, Presidem, Gardenside Homeowners Association, expressed appreciation for
staff addressing the potential flooding situation. Relative to setbacks, he said he felt it was
unacceptable that the architect did not adhere to the Planning Commission's previous
specifications of 13 feet minimum. He noted that additional landscaping was necessary to
provide privacy to the homes facing southward to the development.
Chair Austin closed the public input portion of the meeting;
In response to Com. Harris' question regarding the issue of the preservation of the 80 foot cedar
tree, which Mr. Crafford had questioned in his letter. Ms. Gil responded that the cedar tree was
not scheduled to be removed.
In response to Com. Stevens' question relative to building height restriction in the area of the
nursery, Mr. Cowan stated that it was a mixed use area which could exceed the 28 foot maximum
for single family neighborhoods in the area of Rainbow.
Com. Harris said that she was willing to approve the environmental aspect of the application and
the zoning change; and willing to continue the item if the applicant felt there was more work to be
done relative to the Use Permit. She said she felt the setbacks need to be greater and the total
overall height reduced. She said she liked the redesign of the roof, and the cutouts were a fair
attempt to meet the spirit of the request; but yet too much of the roof still remained at 34 feet and
the overall impact will be that of a 34 foot building. She said the need existed for still more rear
Planning Commission Minutes 7 November 23, 1998
landscaping, which could include shrubs for privacy. Com. Harris said that she was not
comfortable with the drainage issue; however, Public Works felt it was workable.
Com. Stevens said that his original concern relative *to the budding height still was an issue; he
said that the louvering or modulating the roof was an interesting approach and was attractive. He
said the cliff effect still existed and his recommendation opposed that particular one. He said the
one building should be reduced to a maximum of 30 feet; there was a still a window indicating a
loft, but no indication of a loft on the plans. Hopefully the redwoods will grow to mitigate the
privacy issue. Relative to the privacy situation, he said Cupertino was in a Canyon with three
story buildings surrounding it. Although he did not like three story buildings, the cost of property
and desirability of residing in Cupertino was a factor. He said he felt the setbacks should equal
those of the neighbors on both sides. Referring to the preliminary landscape plan, he illustrated
the setbacks and said he would prefer to see them higher than 11. He said that he was still
concerned about the height of the building and objected to the application on that issue.
Chair Austin said she was not in favor of the zoning, and that she felt it should be 6 rather than 7.
She said she felt the 34 foot height was excessive; more privacy landscaping was needed; rear
setback to be further away; need to define the meaning of stepping. Relative to the interpretation
of stepping, Ms. Gil clarified that the Planning Commission wanted building No. 1 lower than the
other buildings. Chair Austin continued by stating that she was satisfied with how the drainage
issue was being addressed. She said that she was not in favor of the application as presented and
would prefer to continue the item so that more work could be done on it, or appeal it to the City
Council.
Mr. Sloan said that he would appeal a decision to City Council if necessary.
MOTION:
SECOND:
ABSENT:
VOTE:
Com. Harris moved to approve the Negative Declaration on
Application 16-EA~98
Com. Stevens
Corns. Doyle and Mahoney
Passed 3 -0-0
MOTION:
SECOND:
ABSENT:
VOTE:
Com. Harris moved to approve Application 6-Z-98 change from P(Res 20-30) to
P(Res 10-20)
Com. Stevens
Coms. Doyle and Mahoney
Passed 3-0-0
MOTION:
SECOND:
ABSENT:
VOTE:
Com. Harris moved to deny Application 6-U-98 based on the staff
recommendation that the applicant did not meet the request of stepping down the
rear building to create an overall terracing effect; did not provide additional
landscaping along the rear property, and did not increase the north setback to at
least the same setback as the adjacent development; and did not present a concept
of reducing the height of the building below 34 feet.
Com. Stevens
Coms. Doyle and Mahoney
Passed 3-0-0
Planning Commission Minutes 8 November 23, 1998
Mr. Cowan noted that the application would be forwarded to City Council for the January 4
meeting.
Application No.(s):
Applicant:
Location:
5-TM-98, 12-Z-98, 3~-EA-98 -
First Baptist Church of Cupertino
10505 Miller Avenue (portion of church property)
Rezone 2.26 acres of a 5.96 acre lot from BQ (Quasi-Public Building) to R1-6 (Single Family
Residential, 6,000 square foot minimum lot sizes. Subdivide 5.96 lot into 10 lots ranging in size
from 6,120 square feet to 9,000 square feet and a remainder lot for the church.
Tentative City Council Hearing Date of January 4, 1999
Staff presentation: The video presentation reviewed the application to rezone and subdivide a
portion of property off Miller Avenue owned by the First Baptist Church of Cupertino to allow
the development of 9 new single-family residences; the historic McCubbin Residence will be
located on the l0th lot in the new subdivision, and the surrounding land retained for church use.
Staff has reviewed the application and identified many unresolved issues; and requests that the
Planning Commission discuss the issues and direct the applicant to work further on the
application. The seven issues for Planning Commission review include: (1) Staff finds that the
project does not conform to two General Plan policies related specifically to parks. (2) A zoning
plat map and legal description of the area to be rezoned has not been submitted and the issue of
whether to proceed with a BQ Quasi Public zone vs. the R-! single-family residential zone for the
McCubbin must be resolved. (3) Staff is concerned with how closely located the large fir tree
and magnolia tree are to the proposed right of way. (4) Staff is concerned with the proposed
relocation of the McCubbin house which is identified as one of two historic structures on the
church-owned property. (5) Staff points out a design deficiency with the proposed cul de sac and
an existing single family residence which is located on the southwest comer of Miller Avenue and
the proposed new right of way. (6) The Public Works staff finds that the proposed project lacks
certain required sidewalks and proposes a right of way that is too narrow. (7) It involves
circumstances with Cupertino's Parks planned policy relative to the relationship of the proposed
single-family lots in Creekside Park. Staff notes that they have attempted to work with the
applicant Mr. Stanley Wang to minimize development disincentives, but thus far he has not
agreed to suggested staff changes. If the applicant remains disinterested in the redesign of this
proposed project, staff recommends denial; however, thgy first recommend that the Planning
Commission provide Mr. Wang and the church with specific guidance on the project and the
community development staff be on hand to provide the necessary assistance.
Mr. Cowan reviewed the proposed plan for the subdivision and the owner's plans to save the
McCubbin Residence, although the Historical Committee did not list the residence on the priority
list established. He noted that if the lot is zoned Conventional RI-6, there may be difficulties in
achieving the setbacks to make it workable. If the residence remains as a parsonage for the
church, he said it was possible that it could remain zoned as BQ which has more flexibility.
Referring to an excerpt of the Public Safety Section of the General Plan, Mr. Cowan discussed the
past practice and purpose of implementing a policy intended to circle public parks with streets.
He illustrated examples such as Jollyman, Hoover and Wilson Parks. Mr. Cowan reviewed the
optional plans which included 7 homes or 9 homes, instead of 10; and discussed potential
compromises to accommodate the applicant.
Planning Commission Minutes 9 November 23, 1998
Mr. Mary Kirkeby, Civil Engineer, referred to the site plan and discussed the proposed plan for
the 48 foot wide street, with a proposal for restricted parking on both sides, since there is no use
on either side of the property other than for access. 'He said that widening the street to 56 feet
would cause the loss of one pine tree that was presently salvageable. He added that there were
sidewalks on one side out to Miller Avenue which made it accessible to pedestrians, and that it
complied with fire department standards. Mr. Kirkeby pointed out that it was similar to the street
on the 5 lot subdivision off Stelling Road, which had the 40 foot right away which was under
consideration for considerable time. He said that by taking the street around the corner lot on
Miller, it would create a hardship to the church because it would impact the parking lot where the
church office is. He noted that the owner of the house surrounded by three sides of the street
showed no opposition to the street location. Relative to the historic house, he requested that
since it was low on the Historical Society's priority list, it not be conditioned for removal. He
said he was not opposed to having it zoned quhsi-public and that if the house was moved, the
church would retain it for their use. He said he felt the main issue of the entire project was the
orientation of the subdivision to the park, and noted that there were similar situations in existence
in other areas of the city. As shown in the illustrations discussed by Mr. Cowan, there appeared
to be houses backing up to the parks in almost every park because of pre-existing conditions. Mr.
Kirkeby concluded that he felt there were valid reasons for defending his original proposal and
was not receptive to the options suggested by staff. In response to Com. Harris' question relative
to the fir tree, Mr. Kirkeby said that although the fir tree was close to the right of way, there was
no apparent reason to remove the tree because of his proposed street.
Mr. Cowan pointed out that it was possible to swerve the sidewalk around and pinch the street
down where the tree is located and still maintain a wider street.
Mr. Viskovich commented that relative to Mr. Kirkeby's proposal, Public Works did not find any
problem with narrowing down the entry, and encouraged less asphalt and less maintenance for
aesthetic reasons, if there is no parking required. He said that in this particular case, the entry
does not serve any public parking needs, therefore the narrowness in the beginning was
appropriate. He said that Mr. Cowan addressed the visual access concerns and there were ways to
design the cul de sac for emergency access and turning movement. He said that fencing generally
required permit parking which would require more enfomement.
Chair Austin opened the meeting for public comment.
Mr. T. C. Wang, discussed the issues of parking and fences. He said that he did not feel many
homeowners would like to open their front door to a fence. He expressed concern about children
jumping over a fence to get to the park, and the potential of debris collection by a fence. He said
if there was a walkway and permit parking, there would be many calls to the city from neighbors
relative to enforcement of the parking. He said that relative to the General Plan policy conceming
neighborhood safety and crime, a closed secure cul de sac would be more desirable for the
community and neighborhood watch.
Mr. A. Baker, Pastor of First Baptist Church, expressed concern about the large open space
located close to his house, and his concern for his family's safety. He expressed appreciation to
Mr. Viskovich for his willingness to accept the 48 foot width for the road which would allow for
preservation of the fir tree. He said he would also like to retain the parking lot and update the
Planning Commission Minutes 10 November 23, 1998
property which housed three churches, and asked that consideration be given to approval of the
proposal.
Mr. John Bozek, resident, illustrated the location of'his property, and noted the location of the
termination of Alderbrook Lane. He expressed concern about the purpose of the ordinance just
for aesthetic reasons, and cited problems associated with debris gathering and loitering in the
area; and urged that consideration be given to the safety of the neighborhood.
Ms. Nicole (last name unknown), real estate broker, illustrated the location of a comer home
which was on the real estate market for some time, and discussed the potential problems
associated with access to neighborhood parks, fences, and permit parking. She said it was
important that the developers provide full disclosure to potential home buyers that the home is
located near an athletic field, a church, and the buyers understand the ramifications of such
because of noise and traffic.
Chair Austin closed the public input portion of the meeting.
Mr. Viskovich said that the concept of openness is to not allow closed areas or pocket areas
within parks. Pastor Baker illustrated the area where the church planned to build an auditorium
and office building, and the location of the parking lot. Discussion ensued wherein Mr.
Viskovich answered questions.
Com. Harris said that if the surrounding area was R1-6, it was appropriate. She said she was
unsure about the overall development as the plan calls for a chain link fence with no access for
children. She said it was unattractive, and the potential existed for debris to gather and people
loitering at night. She said safety was an issue and the police should have the ability to police and
access the area without driving around to the other park entrance. She said she was not in favor
of having a house with three streets surrounding it, and would prefer a different street alignment
with possibly only two streets. Com. Harris said that she was not in favor of losing the large fir
tree, and would prefer the 48 foot street width with one sidewalk.
Com. Stevens complimented the city and the applicant for their consideration in preserving the
McCubbin Residence in the proper manner, and if appropriate, if the city could help defray the
cost of maintenance of the house on setbacks, by chosing either R1 or BQ, he would favor that
because it would be mutual consent. He said that the design of the park illustrated three des gns
of various parks showing roads around them, but none with parking in the center. He said that
Creekside Park had ample parking in the center of the park and therefore the visibility either for
police or people was convenient. He said he felt the applicant's plan was superior because it does
not allow for a fence to be opened at the end of the street. He said he would not challenge the city
requirements for street alignment or street width. Com. Stevens said he felt it was a suitable plan.
Chair Austin said that she concurred with Com. Harris and Com. Stevens.
MOTION:
SECOND:
ABSENT:
VOTE:
Com. Harris moved to approve Application 32-EA-98
Com. Stevens
Corns. Doyle and Mahoney
Passed 3-0-0
Planning Commission Minutes ~ November 23, 1998
MOTION:
SECOND:
ABSENT:
VOTE:
Com. Harris moved to approve Application 12-Z-98 to be R1-6 except for the lot
containing the McCubbin Residence, and that the appropriate zoning plat map
and legal description be filed by the applicant_before being forwarded to the City
Council; therefore the McCubbin Residence would remain in BQ zoning
Com. Stevens
Corns. Doyle and Mahoney
Passed 3-0-0
MOTION:
Com. Harris moved to approve the applicant's plan of closing off the cul de sac,
with three lots at the end, with a redesign, so that there is a lot behind the lot with
three streets
The motion died for lack of a second.
Mr. Cowan distributed a copy of the standard conditions of approval which apply to most
subdivisions. He noted that approval would be for the subdivision per the applicant's drawing,
and the standard specified Public Works' conditions
MOTION:
SECOND:
NOES:
ABSENT:
VOTE:
Com. Stevens moved to approve Application 5-TM-98 according to the model
resolution and original drawing, per all subsequent applications in the model
resolution that would be applied; with emphasis of protecting existing historical
trees
Chair Austin
Com. Harris
Coms. Doyle and Mahoney
Passed 2-1-0
Com. Harris noted for the record that she supported the subdivision as prescribed by the applicant
as to the key issue, which is closing it off against the park, and said her issue related to creating a
situation where there would be a house surrounded by streets on three sides
OLD BUSINESS: None
NEW BUSINESS:
7. Cancellation of second meeting in December
A brief discussion ensued regarding the cancellation of the second December meeting.
MOTION:
SECOND:
ABSENT:
VOTE:
Com. Harris moved to cancel the December 28, 1998 Planning Commission
meeting
Com. Stevens
Corns. Doyle and Mahoney
Passed 3-0-0
REPORT OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION: Com. Stevens commended Mr. Viskovich
for his efforts in resolving the recent overflow on Bollinger.