PC 08-16-90
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CITY OF CUPERTINO, STATE OF CALIFORNIA
10300 Torre Avenue
cupertino, CA. 95014
(408) 252-4505
MINUTES OF THE ADJOURNED MEETING OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION
HELD ON AUGUST 16, 1990
SALUTE TO THE FLAG:
ROLL CALL:
commissioners Present:
Chairman Claudy
commissioner Mann
Commissioner Fazekas
commissioners Absent:
vice Chairman Mackenzie
Commissioner Adams
staff Present:
Robert Cowan, Director of
Community Development
Ciddy Wordell, Associate Planner
Marilyn Norling, Housing Coordinator
Leslie Lopez, Deputy city Attorney
PUBLIC HEARINGS: (CONT)
ITEM 4:
Application NO(s):
Applicant:
Location:
1-GPA-90 Update of
Element
City of Cupertino
city-wide
the
Housing
Review and update of the background data and policies of the
General Plan Housing Element; public hearing to evaluate the
scope of issues and information necessary to accomplish the
Element update process.
staff Presentation: Ms. Ciddy Wordell presented the staff report
noting this review is required by state law for cities to respond
to regional housing needs. She stated this was a technical data
update which should meet state law. Ms. Wordell stated the
Planning commission should review this document for a public
hearing in October.
In response to Chr. Claudy's question Ms. Wordell stated that this
issues would be revised again in the spring after input from the
Goals Committee. Ms. Wordell gave a slide presentation showing
data on population, jobs in the area and the job/housing ratio.
She discussed the persons per household stating the number is
decreasing and went over the selling prices of single family homes.
She presented the ABAG percentages on income taking figures from
the regional and county average income and combining it with
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Page 2
Cupertino. Ms. Wordell explained the areas in Cupertino with
potential for residential build-up.
Ms. Norling explained the average income and housing prices in
Cupertino. Ms. Wordell stated there was a maximum income and
affordable rent for certain categories. She addressed shelter for
the homeless and stated they are working on rotating sites with
churches and stated there are a number of programs for the Housing
Development.
Ms. Norling stated the city encourages housing development in many
ways and explained the programs provided by Cupertino. She noted
the goals for the next five year period is to provide 160-210
affordable units which on average is 32-52 units per year. Ms.
Norling explained strategies on how to increase the number of units
being developed and ways to raise money. She noted there is
community resistance with affordable housing and have concerns
regarding high density. Ms. Norling noted that the design is more
important than the number of units. She stated that from 1985 to
1990 the housing department built approximately 48 percent of what
was projected, they did meet the housing rehabilitation objectives,
but had difficulty in meeting the affordable housing needs. She
noted the goals policies and programs in the General Plan are
appropriate for the future and look forward to receiving new input
from the Goals Committee.
Chr. Claudy expressed concern regarding affordable housing for low
income families as well as for senior and handicap people in
Cupertino. He suggested reconsidering the General Plan for the
church properties to consider higher density and clustered homes.
Com. Mann agreed with Chr. Claudy stating that 10,000 s.f. lots
could be smaller stating that higher density can be achieved with
good architecture.
Mr. Cowan stated at request from the developers many lots have been
rezoned and general plan changed to allow a lower density.
Com. Fazekas suggested a minimum density range. In response to
Chr. Claudy's question Mr. Cowan stated that Cupertino's effort to
supply affordable housing is based on the resources available to
the city.
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Page 3
Com. Mann encouraged mixed-use development. Ms. Norling explained
subsidized housing projects and how the city is involved.
In response to Com. Mann's question regarding school sites Ms.
Norling explained how the procedure works regarding the purchasing
of school sites.
Ms. Wordell stated that a technical and data update were needed at
this time.
The public hearing was then opened.
Ms. Nancy Burnett, 729 Stendhal Lane, stated that the League of
Women Voters study group looked at the General Plan. She noted
that by permitting housing development in non housing areas, a
greater demand is being put on the housing needs of the city as the
property becomes more valuable and more expensive. Ms. Burnett
expressed concern regarding the use of school sites for
development.
Mr. Bob Summers, 841 Lenzen Ave., San Jose, stated that the Diocese
of San Jose are interested in the public hearings. He noted the
Diocese does need to develop the land they have, but are open to
selling a portion of the land as open space.
Mr. Patrick Milligan, 1008 Oakleaf Pl., stated there is a
job/housing ratio problem and expressed concern regarding traffic.
He stated that more and more families are moving into Cupertino and
schools are needed. He spoke in favor of using churches on a
rotating bases for homeless shelters and also mixed-use
development. He noted Cupertino needs affordable housing for
seniors. He stated high quality and good design are important.
Mr. Milligan spoke in favor of clustered homes and green space.
In response to Com. Fazekas question Ms. Norling stated that only
six Granny units were certified over the last five years.
MOTION:
Com. Fazekas moved to continue 1-GPA-90 to October 8,
1990
Com. Mann
Passed 3-0
SECOND:
VOTE:
ITEM 5:
Application No(s):
Application:
Location:
5-GPA-89
city of Cupertino
city-wide
Public hearing to consider amendments to the following
elements of the city of Cupertino General Plan:
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Page 4
Land Use/Community Character:
1) Addition of text and policy concerning residential infill
subdivisions
2) Addition of text and policy concerning land use in areas
west of the Urban Service Area boundary
3) General Statistical Update
Public Health and Safety:
1) Addition of text and policy concerning hazardous waste
management
2) Update of text and policy concerning air quality and
community noise characteristics
3) General Statistical Update
Transportation Element:
1) Addition of text and policy concerning regional
transportation planning objectives
2) General Statistical Update
Environmental Resources Element:
1) Addition of text and policy concerning mineral resources
2) Addition of text and policy concerning reforestation
3) General statistical Update
staff Presentation: Ms. Ciddy Wordell presented the staff report.
She stated the issues above had been discussed before the Planning
Commission previously and policy changes had taken place as
requested. She gave a quick overview of the policies as stated in
the staff report and noted the changes are technical changes. Ms.
Wordell acknowledged a letter from Mr. Bob Summers from the Diocese
of San Jose.
Mr. Bob Cowan stated that in 1985 the forum property was rezoned to
an institutional use and the total amount of housing units would
not count against the number of units allowed on the diocese
property only the acreage would. He noted there was still a
preference towards agriculture and open space.
Mr. Cowan suggested keeping the present wording in the General Plan
until further discussion in Stage III. He noted it was technical
updates at this time.
The pUblic hearing was then opened.
Mr. Bob Summers, Diocese of San Jose, stated he would like to have
an opportunity to review the General Plan, the acreage of the
property and the units involved. Mr. Summers questioned the
Maryknoll property with regards to the General Plan and if it
applied to this property.
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Mr. Cowan explained the zoning changes in 1985.
MOTION:
SECOND:
VOTE:
MOTION:
SECOND:
VOTE:
MOTION:
SECOND:
VOTE:
Com. Fazekas moved to close the public hearing
Com. Mann
Passed
3-0
Com. Fazekas moved to recommend granting a Negative
Declaration
Com. Mann
Passed 3-0
Com. Mann moved to recommend the adoption of 5-GPA-89
Com. Fazekas
Passed 3-0
NEW BUSINESS:
ITEM 6:
Application No(s):
Applicant:
Property Owner:
Location:
7-U-81 Revised
Sharon Bonesteel
Lincoln Properties
Northwest corner of
Rodrigues Ave.
Torre
and
REVISION OF USE PERMIT for an existing 91,000 s.L office
building to add a roof deck with wind screen enclosure.
Staff Presentation: Mr. Bob Cowan presented the staff report. He
noted it was a request by Symantec to put a roof deck on top of the
Lincoln properties for recreational activities. Mr. Cowan stated
staff's concern was privacy impact. He noted there would be a roof
canopy which is not visible from the street. Mr. Cowan pointed out
the stairwell penthouse, which the upper part could be seen when
driving down Rodriguez. He stated it was a minor amendment and
stated staff is recommending approval.
Applicant Presentation: Ms. Sharon Bonesteel, Architect. stated
they were working with Symantec to provide an outdoor facilities
for employees. She noted there were no concerns from the
neighboring office building and noted it was the intent to make the
roof deck as inconspicuous as possible. In response to Chr.
Claudy's question Ms. Bonesteel stated it will be used as an area
to eat lunch or take a break. Ms. Bonesteel explained the use of
the two stairwells.
Chr. Claudy expressed concern regarding the stairwell and the
awning. He suggested moving the awning to the West end of the roof
deck.
Ms. Bonesteel stated the awning could be placed at either end.
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Mr. Cowan stated it would be more visible from the west end.
MOTION:
SECOND:
VOTE:
Com. Mann moved to close the public hearing
Com. Fazekas
Passed
3-0
MOTION:
Com. Fazekas moved to approve the revision to use permit
7-U-81 subject to the findings and subconclusions of the
hearing with Condo 5 modified to include materials.
Com. Mann
Passed 3-0
SECOND:
VOTE:
REPORT OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION:
- Chr. Claudy expressed concern regarding the Union 76 station on
De Anza Blvd.
REPORT OF THE DIRECTOR OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT:
- None
DISCUSSION OF NEWSPAPER CLIPPINGS:
- None
ADJOURNMENT:
Having concluded business, the Planning Commission
adjourned at 9:25 p.m. to the next regular meeting
of August 27, 1990 at 7:30 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
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Secretary
10, 1990
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