PC 01-09-90
CITY OF CUPERTINO, STATE OF CALIFORNIA
10300 Torre Ave.
Cupertino, CA 95014
242-4505
MINUTES OF REGULAR ADJOURNED MEETING OF THE PLANNING
COMMISSION HELD ON JANUARY 9, 1990
SALUTE TO THE FLAG:
ROLL CALL:
Commissioner Present: Chairman Adams
Vice Chairman Claudy
Commissioner Mackenzie
Commissioner Blaine
Staff Present:
Robert Cowan, Director of Community Development
Mark Caughey, City Planner
Leslie Lopez, Deputy City Attorney
ITEM 2: (Continued)
Application No(s): 27-U-89 and 38-EA-89
Application: Pasadena-Granada Corp.
Property Owner: Monta Vista Center Partners
Location: North side of Stevens Creek Blvd. westerly of Mann
Drive (known as "True-Value Hardware" Ctr.)
USE PERMIT: to remodel an existing retail center to encompass 39,400 sq.
ft. of commercialloffice space and 27 dwelling units, including 11 units
of affordable housing for senior citizens.
The public hearing was continued.
Mr. Bill Lapson, 21960 Oaknoll Ct., stated he felt the construction was
very close to the hill crest and feared damage to structures from erosion
and earthquake. Expressed his concern about the Water Tower stating it
was a historical landmark.
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Ms. Lynn Capener, 10186 Mann Drive, expressed her concern about land
being overbuilt, suggested more office buildings rather than residential.
Mr. Matt Miller, 21884 Oakview Ln., expressed his concern about privacy
intrusion.
Mr. Fay Chong, 10019 Oakleaf PI., presented photos to Commissioners and
explained his concerns about this development.
Mr. Marty Zankich, 10218 Mann Dr., stated he was glad to see the shopping
center being developed, but expressed concerns about high density and
traffic on Mann Dr.
Ms. Joan Lockhart, 10260 Phar Lap Dr., stated that this was not an
appropriate place for seniors because of traffic.
Mr. Steve Bourne, 21919 Corte Madera, supports the opportunity to set the
aesthetics for the area, but noted the three story building was
unattractive.
Ms. Anne Robertson, 21979 Oakdell PI, expressed concerns about the Tank
House.
Mr. Art Robertson, stated the model of the development was out of scale.
Ms. Denise Weigel, 21906 Monte Ct., stated her concerns about property
value. She expressed her concern about the residential development in
this project. Ms. Weigel read a letter from a concerned citizen.
Ms. Carol McDowell, 10422 Noel Ave., had no objection to the project and
was glad to see affordable senior housing. She expressed her concern
about traffic impact.
MOTION:
SECO'JD:
VOTE:
Com. Blaine moved to close the public hearing
Com. Claudy
Passed
4-0
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Com. Mackenzie expressed his concern about parking spaces, he would like
to see more retail emphasis. He talked about the design of the project and
stated he would like to see the sight look like one unit. He would like to
see the project set back from Stevens Creek and stated his concern for the
oak trees. He asked staff to look at the model and make sure it is
accurate.
Com. Blaine talked about the concept of mixed-use; she stated affordable
housing for the elderly was needed. She noted concerns about the sight
layout, stating it was too close to the hill crest. She agreed with Com.
Mackenzie, the sight should look like one unit. She stated the 3 story
building would be no problem if the layout were changed. She noted there
should be reciprocal parking.
Com. Claudy supported the mixed-use concept, stating housing is needed.
He thought the architecture was appropriate for this development. He
noted the development should only be 2 stories and set back. He expressed
his concerns about the oak trees and stated the Tank House should be put
to use. He stated his concerns about traffic impact.
Chr. Adams stated the development should be set back more from the
street and that the residential area should be moved slightly east. He
noted concern about the 3 story building and stated he had no objection to
24 units because the senior housing are needed. He noted the architecture
should be one form and stated the Post Office will draw more traffic.
Com. Claudy suggested moving the building forward for the benefit of the
residents in Oakdale Ranch. Com. Adams suggested underground parking.
Mr. Cowan expressed his ideas on revising the project to resolve privacy
intrusion. He stated the need for an in-house traffic study, to finalize the
parking study, arborist report and an explanation of the zoning and density.
He suggested a redesign of the plan and a decrease in building form.
MOTION:
Com. Claudy moved to continue the public hearing to February
12, 1990, 7:30 P.M.
Com Mackenzie
Passed 4-0
SECO'JD:
VOTE:
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MOTlOO:
SECO'JD:
VOTE:
Com. Claudy moved to continue Item 27-U-89 and 38-EA-89 to
February 12, 1990, 7:30 p.m.
Com. Mackenzie
Passed 4 - 0
ITEM 4:
Application No(s):
Application:
Property Owner:
Location:
28-U-89 and 35-EA-89
Morteza Abdollahi
Morteza Abdollahi
22510 Stevens Creek Boulevard
USE PERMIT: to demolish an existing service station and construct a
6,000 sq. ft. multi-tenant retail building with related site
improvements.
Staff Presentation: Mr. Caughey presented the staff report. He expressed
staff concerns and noted concerns from ASAC. He explained that parking
was at a minimum to support retail use. He stated the architecture was
looked at very closely. The site will be subject to a clean up, which will
be administered by the Central Fire District before building permits are
issued. In response to Chr. Adams question, he noted that in condition 18C
in the model resolution, any lighting between the building and residential
area will be subject to city standards. In response to Com. Mackenzie
question, Mr. Caughey stated that sufficient space is needed for a tree
canopy at the back of the building.
Com. Claudy expressed his concern about the closure of another gas
station.
ADplicant's Presentation: Mr. Morteza Abdollahi, 22510 Stevens Creek
Blvd., had no comments to add to staff. He noted the type of tenant he is
looking for is a convenience store.
Com. Claudy and Com. Mackenzie both expressed concern about a
convenience store and the viability of a retail center in this location.
Com. Mackenzie stated this site is not suitable for a convenience store.
Com. Claudy expressed concern about the height of the building.
The Public Hearing was then opened.
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Mr. Tom Perkins. 22434 Ramona Ct., commented on the sound wall and
stated it should be built higher and thicker.
MOTION: Com. Mackenzie moved to continue item 28-U-89 and 35-EA-
89 to February 12, 1990, 7:30 p.m.
SECO'JD: Cöm. Claudy
VOTE: Passed 4 - 0
ITEM 5:
Parcel Area:
29-U-89 and 41-EA-89
Clayton N. Stokes
Monta Vista Bible Church
South side of Stevens Creek Blvd., 200 ft. east of
Finch Avenue.
.97 Acres
Application No(s):
Applicant:
Property Owner:
Location:
USE PERMIT: to operate a church within an existing 5,700 sq. ft. office
building.
Staff Presentation: Mr. Cowan presented the staff report. He discussed
the parking arrangement for the church and the adjoining offices. Mr.
Cowan noted the few parking spaces facing Stevens Creek Blvd. would be
removed for landscaping pursuant to the Stevens Creek Conceptual Zoning
Plan.
Com. Mackenzie noted concern for parking
Applicant's Presentation: Mr. Clay Stokes, 21971 McClellan Rd., noted
there are alternatives to the parking problem and has made arrangements
for reciprocal parking. In response to Com. Claudy's question Mr Stokes
responded by saying they would not sell the trip ends.
The Public Hearing was then opened.
In response to Com. Mackenzie's question, Mark Caughey stated that
transfers of trips is controlled through the use permit process.
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MOTION:
SECO'JD:
VOTE:
MOTION:
SECO'JD:
VOTE:
MOTION:
SECO'JD:
VOTE:
Com. Blaine moved to close public hearing
Com. Claudy
Passed
4-0
Com. Claudy to recommend approval of negative declaration
41-EA-89
Com. Blaine
Passed 4 - 0
Com. Claudy to recommend approval of 29-U-89 subject to the
findings and subconclusions of this hearing and conditions in
the model resolution. With a further finding that after
discussion with the applicant. he understands the trip end
restraint policy and has indicated no intention of selling the
trip ends. Modification to condition 20, if parking becomes a
problem the applicant may be required to arrange for
additional parking.
Com. Mackenzie
Passed 4 - 0
Chr. Adams stated that this item would go before the City Council on
February 5, 1990.
ITEM 6:
Application No(s):
Applicant:
Property Owner:
Location:
17-TM-89
James Sisk
John & Patsy Bell
21984 McClellan Road
TENTATIVE MAP: to approve a tentative parcel map to divide 16,800 sq.
ft. into 2 lots (7,600 sq. ft. each) in R-1-7.5 Zone.
Staff Presentation: Mr. Cowan presented the staff report. He commented
on it's consistency with the McClellan Rd. plan line and overall lot pattern
of the surrounding neighborhood.
ADDlicant's Presentation: Mr. Jim Sisk, 10060 Pasadena Ave., stated that
the neighbor is willing to grant reciprocal access.
The Public Hearing was then opened.
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MOllON:
SECCN):
VOTE:
MOTION:
SECŒJD:
VOTE:
Com. Claudy moved to close the public hearing
Com. Blaine
Passed
4-0
Com. Claudy to approve application 17-TM-89 subject to the
findings and subconclusions of the hearing and conditions of
the staff report.
Com. Blaine
Passed 4-0
Chr. Adams stated that the Commission's action is final unless appealed
by 5:00 p.m. Tuesday, January 16, 1990.
ITEMS:
19- TM-89
City of Cupertino
Sims
North side of McClellan Road, west of and adjacent
to McClellan Ranch Park
3.07 Acres
Application No(s):
Applicant:
Property Owner:
Location:
Parcel Area:
TENTATIVE MAP: to create one lot measuring 0.26 acres for residential
purposes, and one lot measuring 2.81 acres for public open space
purposes.
Staff Presentation: Ms. Ciddy Wordell presented the staff report. She
explained the issue of structures in the flood plain. She stated that parcel
2 is being purchased by the city for park acquisition. In response to Com.
Blaine's question, Ms. Wordell stated that access to parcel 1 would be
from Scenic Drive. In response to Com. Claudy's question. Ms. Wordell
stated that sewer easements are existing on the property. In response to
Chr. Adams question she stated that there were no plans for improvement
on parcel 2.
The Public Hearing was then opened
MOTION:
SECO'JD:
VOTE:
Com. Mackenzie moved to close the public hearing.
Com. Claudy
Passed
4-0
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MOTION:
SECO'JD:
VOTE:
Com Claudy to approve 19- TM-89 subject to the findings and
subconclusions of this hearings and conditions of the staff
report.
Com. Blaine
Passed 4 - 0
Chr. Adams stated that the Commission's action is final unless appealed
by 5:00 p.m. Tuesday, January 16, 1990.
MOTION:
SECO'JD:
VOTE:
ITEM 9:
Com. Claudy to schedule a public hearing for rezoning parcel 2
of 19- TM-89.
Com. Mackenzie
Passed 4 - 0
Application No(s):
Applicant:
Property Owner:
51,868.1 and 36-EA-89
City of Cupertino
City of Cupertino
Proposed "Xeriscape" (low water usage) landscaping guidelines.
Staff Presentation: Mr. Caughey presented the staff report. He stated this
was a more comprehensive and long term oriented landscaping system
than the current guidelines. He explained the concept and origin of
Xeriscape. In response to Com. Claudy's question Mr. Caughy explained
there are several options to applying the Xeriscape concept; staff
recommends self certification.
Com. Claudy suggested looking into the practical application of Xeriscape
and not just the theoretical application.
The Public Hearing was then opened.
MOTION:
SECO'JD:
VOTE:
Com. moved to continue 51,868.1 and 36-EA-89 to February 26,
1990, 7:30 p.m.
Com. Mackenzie
Passed 4. 0
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NEW BUSINESS:
Report of the City Attorney regarding applicability of Brown Act to City
Commissions (referred by the City Manager)
OLD BUSINESS:
- None
REPORT OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION:
Chr. Adams reviewed the calendar of City events.
REPORT OF DIRECTOR OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT:
- None
DISCUSSION OF NEWSPAPER CLIPPINGS:
- None
ADJOURNMENT: Having concluded business, the Planning Commission
adjourned at 10:25 p.m. to the next Regular Meeting of
January 22, 1990 at 7:30 P.M.
Respectfully submitted,
cLA, flU. /
Catherine M. Robillard,
Recording Secretary
Approved by the Planning Commission
At the Regular Meeting of , 1990
Attest:
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rnelius, City Clerk