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ASA-2023-006 Res 146CITY OF CUPERTINO 10300 Torre Avenue Cupertino, California 95014 RESOLUTION NO. 146 OF THE ADMINISTRATIVE HEARING OFFICER OF THE CITY OF CUPERTINO APPROVING AN ARCHITECTURAL AND SITE APPROVAL PERMIT TO ALLOW EXTERIOR FAÇADE RENOVATIONS TO FIVE EXISTING STRUCTURES AND SITE IMPROVEMENTS, INCLUDING PARKING LOT IMPROVEMENTS AT THE SUNNYVIEW RETIREMENT COMMUNITY LOCATED AT 22445 CUPERTINO RD SECTION I: PROJECT DESCRIPTION Application No.: ASA-2023-006 Applicant: Michael Paluso (Steele Group) Location: 22445 Cupertino Road APN(s): 326-15-130, 326-15-133, 326-15-123, 326-15-124 SECTION II: FINDINGS: WHEREAS, the City of Cupertino received an application for an Architectural and Site Approval to consider changes to the facades of five existing structures with new exterior siding and roof enhancements. Additional improvements include new landscaping in all improved areas, surface parking restriping and repaving, ADA updates, new lighting, and two new covered walkways., as described in Section I. of this Resolution; and WHEREAS, the necessary public notices have been given as required by the Cupertino Municipal Code, and the Administrative Hearing Officer has held at least one public meeting with regard to the application; and WHEREAS, pursuant to the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act of 1970 (Public Resources Code section 21000 et seq.) ("CEQA"), together with the State CEQA Guidelines (California Code of Regulations, Title 14, Section 15000 et seq.) (hereinafter, "CEQA Guidelines"), the City staff has independently studied the proposed Project and has determined that the Project is exempt from environmental review pursuant to the categorical exemption in CEQA Guidelines section 15301 for the reasons set forth in the staff report dated July 25, 2024 and incorporated herein; and ASA-2023-006, TR-2023-039 07/29/24 Danielle Condit Resolution No. 146 ASA-2023-006 July 25, 2024 Page 2 WHEREAS, the applicant has met the burden of proof required to support said application; and WHEREAS, the Administrative Hearing Officer finds as follows with regard to this application: 1. The proposal, at the proposed location, will not be detrimental or injurious to property or improvements in the vicinity, and will not be detrimental to the public health, safety, general welfare, or convenience; The proposed façade improvements are minor in nature. There will be no change to the building height and no expansion of use. The applicant proposes to resurface and restripe existing parking areas. The paving will be at grade and not visible from neighboring properties. All the proposed changes are minor improvements to the existing site and will not be detrimental or injurious to property or improvements in the vicinity. 2. The proposal is consistent with the purposes of Chapter 19.168, the General Plan any specific plan, zoning ordinances, applicable planned development permit, conditional use permits, variances, subdivision maps or other entitlements to use which regulate the subject property including, but not limited to, adherence to the following specific criteria; The proposal complies with the General Plan. The proposal with the modifications that are required as conditions of approval will comply with the City’s adopted standards and Municipal Code. a. Abrupt changes in building scale should be avoided. A gradual transition related to height and bulk should be achieved between new and existing buildings. There is no change to the existing building heights on site—and no new buildings have been proposed in this application. The surface parking area is located at grade and is uncovered. The proposed exterior renovation will help improve the massing of the structures by breaking up the wall planes with new material changes, as opposed to the original all stucco design. b. In order to preserve design harmony between new and existing buildings and in order to preserve and enhance property values, the materials, textures and colors of new building should harmonize with adjacent development by being consistent or compatible with design and color schemes with the future character of the neighborhoods and purposes of the zone in which they are situated. The location, height and materials of walls, fencing, hedges and screen planting should harmonize with adjacent development. Unsightly storage areas, utility installations and unsightly elements of parking lots should be concealed. The planting of ground cover or various types of pavements should be used to ASA-2023-006, TR-2023-039 07/29/24 Danielle Condit Resolution No. 146 ASA-2023-006 July 25, 2024 Page 3 prevent dust and erosion, and the unnecessary destruction of existing healthy trees should be avoided. Lighting for development should be adequate to meet safety requirements as specified by the engineering and building departments and provide shielding to prevent spill-over light to adjoining property owners. The improved structures will not be visible from neighboring properties or the public right-of-way. The material and color schedule incorporates neutral earthtones to the renovated facades. Existing mature trees are proposed to be retained on site. New landscaping has been proposed around the parking areas to match existing planting on site. Outdoor lighting incorporates appropriate shielding and is designed to meet the dark-sky requirements of the Municipal Code. c. The number, location, color, size, height, lighting and landscaping of outdoor advertising signs and structures have been designed to minimize traffic hazard, positively affect the general appearance of the neighborhood and harmonize with adjacent development. No signs are approved as part of this project. d. With respect to new projects within existing residential neighborhoods, new development should be designed to protect residents from noise, traffic, light and visually intrusive effects by use of buffering, setbacks, landscaping, walls and other appropriate design measures. This application is not a new project and will maintain the existing setbacks established adjacent to the existing residential neighbors. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED: That after careful consideration of the maps, facts, exhibits, testimony, staff’s report and presentation, and other evidence submitted in this matter, subject to the conditions which are enumerated in this Resolution beginning on PAGE 3 thereof,: The application for a Architectural and Site Approval, Application no. ASA-2023-006 is hereby approved and that the subconclusions upon which the findings and conditions specified in this resolution are based and contained in the Public Hearing record concerning Application no. ASA-2023-006 as set forth in the Minutes of the Administrative Hearing Meeting of July 25, 2024 and are incorporated by reference as though fully set forth herein. ASA-2023-006, TR-2023-039 07/29/24 Danielle Condit Resolution No. 146 ASA-2023-006 July 25, 2024 Page 4 SECTION III: CONDITIONS ADMINISTERED BY THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPT. 1. APPROVED EXHIBITS Approval is based on the plan set drawn by MW Seele Group “Sunnyview Retirement Community” consisting of seventy-six (76) sheets labeled A0.1, A1.0, A1.0a, A1.1- A1.4, A2.0-A2.3, A3.0-A3.1.1, A4.0-A4.2, A5.0-A5.2, A6.0-A6.1, A7.0, A10.0, C1.0-C4.0, E002-E207, G0.0, G0.3, and L1.0-L6.4, except as may be amended by conditions in this resolution. 2. ACCURACY OF PROJECT PLANS The applicant/property owner is responsible to verify all pertinent property data including but not limited to property boundary locations, building setbacks, property size, building square footage, any relevant easements and/or construction records. Any misrepresentation of any property data may invalidate this approval and may require additional review. 3. CONCURRENT APPROVAL CONDITIONS The conditions of approval contained in file nos. U-1989-07 and TR-2023-039 shall be applicable to this approval. 4. ANNOTATION OF THE CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL The conditions of approval set forth shall be incorporated into and annotated with notes to indicate how compliance is met, on the the building plans. 5. EXTERIOR BUILDING MATERIALS/TREATMENTS The final building exterior plan shall closely resemble the details shown on the original approved plans. Final building exterior treatment plan (including but not limited to details on exterior color, materials, architectural treatments, doors, windows, lighting fixtures, and/or embellishments) shall be reviewed and approved by the Director of Community Development prior to issuance of building permits to ensure quality and consistency. Any exterior changes determined to be substantial by the Director of Community Development shall either require a modification to this permit or a new permit based on the extent of the change. 6. SURFACE PARKING LOT The new surface parking lot shall conform with the Department of Public Works City of Cupertino Standard Detail document. Parking stall length may be decreased by up to two feet but must provide an equivalent vehicle overhang into landscaped areas. ASA-2023-006, TR-2023-039 07/29/24 Danielle Condit Resolution No. 146 ASA-2023-006 July 25, 2024 Page 5 7. WHEEL STOPS Concrete wheel stops shall be placed on top of a flat curb and shall be provided at a rate of one per two stalls. 8. DEMOLITION REQUIREMENTS All demolished site materials shall be recycled to the maximum extent feasible, subject to the Building Official. The applicant shall provide evidence that materials were recycled prior to occupancy. 9. CONSULTATION WITH OTHER DEPARTMENTS The applicant is responsible to consult with other departments and/or agencies with regard to the proposed project for additional conditions and requirements. Any misrepresentation of any submitted data may invalidate an approval by the Community Development Department 10. DARK SKY COMPLIANCE Prior to issuance of Building Permits, the applicant/property owner shall submit final plans in compliance with the approved lighting plans to comply with development standards of Cupertino Municipal Code Section 19.102.040 Outdoor Lighting Requirements. In the event changes are proposed from the approved plans, said changes must be reviewed and approved by the Director of Community Development or their designee. The applicant shall provide all documentation required to determine compliance with the Municipal Code. 11. FUGITIVE DUST CONTROL Prior to issuance of the any demolition, grading, or building permit, include on all permit plans, the full text of each of the Bay Area Air Quality Management District's Basic Control Measures from the latest version of BAAQMD's CEQA Air Quality Guidelines, as subsequently revised, supplemented, or replaced, to control fugitive dust (i.e., particulate matter PM2.5 and PMlO) during demolition, ground disturbing activities and/or construction. 12. AVOID NESTING BIRDS DURING CONSTRUCTION Prior to issuance of the any demolition, grading and building permit, indicate the following on all construction plans: a. Demolition, construction, ground-disturbing, and tree removal/pruning activities shall be scheduled to be completed prior to nesting season (February 1 through August 31), if feasible. b. If demolition, construction, ground-disturbing, or tree removal/pruning activities occur during the nesting season (February 1 and August 31), preconstruction surveys shall be conducted as follows: ASA-2023-006, TR-2023-039 07/29/24 Danielle Condit Resolution No. 146 ASA-2023-006 July 25, 2024 Page 6 i. No more than 7 days prior to the start of demolition, construction, ground- disturbing, or tree removal/pruning activities, in order to identify any active nests with eggs or young birds on the site and surrounding area within 100 feet of construction or tree removal activities. ii. Preconstruction surveys shall be repeated at 14-day intervals until demolition, construction, ground-disturbing, or tree removal/pruning activities have been initiated in the area, after which surveys can be stopped. As part of the preconstruction survey(s), the surveyor shall inspect all trees and other possible nesting habitats in, and immediately adjacent to, the construction areas for active nests, while ensuring that they do not disturb the nests as follows: 1) For projects that require the demolition or construction one single- family residence, ground disturbing activities affecting areas of up to 500 square feet, or the removal of up to three trees, the property owner or a tree removal contractor, if necessary, is permitted to conduct the preconstruction surveys to identify if there are any active nests. If any active nests with eggs or young birds are identified, the project applicant shall retain a qualified ornithologist or biologist to identify protective measures. 2) For any other demolition, construction and ground disturbing activity or the removal of four or more trees, a qualified ornithologist or biologist shall be retained by the project applicant to conduct the preconstruction surveys. iii. If the preconstruction survey does not identify any active nests with eggs or young birds that would be affected by demolition, construction, ground- disturbing or tree removal/pruning activities, no further mitigating action is required. If an active nest containing eggs or young birds is found sufficiently close to work areas to be disturbed by these activities, their locations shall be documented, and the qualified ornithologist or biologist shall identify protective measures to be implemented under their direction until the nests no longer contain eggs or young birds. iv. Protective measures may include, but are not limited to, establishment of clearly delineated exclusion zones (i.e., demarcated by identifiable fencing, such as orange construction fencing or equivalent) around each nest location as determined by the qualified ornithologist or biologist, taking into account the species of birds nesting, their tolerance for disturbance and proximity to existing development. In general, exclusion zones shall be a minimum of 300 feet for raptors and 75 feet for passerines and other birds. The active nest within an exclusion zone shall be monitored on a weekly basis throughout the nesting ASA-2023-006, TR-2023-039 07/29/24 Danielle Condit Resolution No. 146 ASA-2023-006 July 25, 2024 Page 7 season to identify signs of disturbance and confirm nesting status. The radius of an exclusion zone may be increased by the qualified ornithologist or biologist, if project activities are determined to be adversely affecting the nesting birds. Exclusion zones may be reduced by the qualified ornithologist or biologist only in consultation with California Department of Fish and Wildlife. The protection measures and buffers shall remain in effect until the young have left the nest and are foraging independently or the nest is no longer active. v. A final report on nesting birds and raptors, including survey methodology, survey date(s), map of identified active nests (if any), and protection measures (if required), shall be prepared by the qualified ornithologist or biologist and submitted to the Director of Community Development or his or her designee, through the appropriate permit review process (e.g., demolition, construction, tree removal, etc.), and be completed to the satisfaction of the Community Development Director prior to the start of demolition, construction, ground- disturbing, or tree removal/pruning activities. 13. ARCHAEOLOGICAL RESOURCES AND TRIBAL CULTURAL RESOURCES Prior to the issuance of any demolition, grading or building permit involving soil disturbance, the project applicant shall provide written verification, including the materials provided to contractors and construction crews, to the City confirming that contractors and construction crews have been notified of basic archaeological site indicators, the potential for discovery of archaeological resources, laws pertaining to these resources, and procedures for protecting these resources as follows: a. Basic archaeological site indicators that may include, but are not limited to, darker than surrounding soils of a friable nature; evidence of fires (ash, charcoal, fire affected rock or earth); concentrations of stone, bone, or shellfish; artifacts of stone, bone, or shellfish; evidence of living surfaces (e.g., floors); and burials, either human or animal. b. The potential for undiscovered archaeological resources or tribal cultural resources on site. c. The laws protecting these resources and associated penalties, including, but not limited to, the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act of 1990, Public Resources Code Section 5097, and California Health and Safety Code Section 7050 and Section 7052. d. The protection procedures to follow should construction crews discover cultural resources during project-related earthwork, include the following: i. All soil disturbing work within 25 feet of the find shall cease. ii. The project applicant shall retain a qualified archaeologist to provide and implement a plan for survey, subsurface investigation, as needed, to define the ASA-2023-006, TR-2023-039 07/29/24 Danielle Condit Resolution No. 146 ASA-2023-006 July 25, 2024 Page 8 deposit, and assessment of the remainder of the site within the project area to determine whether the resource is significant and would be affected by the project. iii. Any potential archaeological or tribal cultural resources found during construction activities shall be recorded on appropriate California Department of Parks and Recreation forms by a qualified archaeologist. If the resource is a tribal cultural resource, the consulting archaeologist shall consult with the appropriate tribe, as determined by the Native American Heritage Commission, to evaluate the significance of the resource and to recommend appropriate and feasible avoidance, testing, preservation or mitigation measures, in light of factors such as the significance of the find, proposed project design, costs, and other considerations. The archeologist shall perform this evaluation in consultation with the tribe. 14. HUMAN REMAINS AND NATIVE AMERICAN BURIALS Prior to issuance of the any demolition, grading and building permits that involve soil disturbance, include on plans a note that, during project construction, the project applicant shall comply with California Health and Safety Code Section 7050.5 and California Public Resources Code Section 5097.98. a. In the event of discovering human remains during construction activities, there shall be no further excavation or disturbance of the site within a 100-foot radius of the remains, or any nearby area reasonably suspected to overlie adjacent remains. b. The Santa Clara County Coroner shall be notified immediately and shall make a determination as to whether the remains are Native American. c. If the Santa Clara County Coroner determines that the remains are not subject to his authority, he shall notify the Native American Heritage Commission (NAHC) within 24 hours. d. The NAHC shall attempt to identify descendants (Most Likely Descendant) of the deceased Native American. e. The Most Likely Descendant has 48 hours following access to the project site to make recommendations or preferences regarding the disposition of the remains. If the Most Likely Descendant does not make recommendations within 48 hours after being allowed access to the project site, the owner shall, with appropriate dignity, reinter the remains in an area of the property secure from further disturbance and provide documentation about this determination and the location of the remains to the NAHC and the City of Cupertino. Alternatively, if the owner does not accept the Most Likely Descendant's recommendations, the owner or the descendent may request mediation by the NAHC. Construction shall halt until the mediation has concluded. ASA-2023-006, TR-2023-039 07/29/24 Danielle Condit Resolution No. 146 ASA-2023-006 July 25, 2024 Page 9 15. NOISE AND VIBRATION NOTICE At least 10 days prior to the start of any demolition, ground disturbing, or construction activities, the project applicant/contractor shall send notices of the planned activity by first class mail as follows: a. For projects on sites that are more than 0.5 acres or four or more residential units the notices shall be sent to off-site businesses and residents within 500 feet of the project site; b. For projects on sites between 0.25 to 0.5 acres, or two or three residential units (not including Accessory Dwelling Units) notices shall be sent to off-site businesses and residents within 250 feet of the project site; or c. For projects on sites less than 0.25 acres or one residential unit, the notices shall be sent to off-site businesses and residents within 100 feet of the project site. The notification shall include a brief description of the project, the activities that would occur, the hours when activity would occur, and the construction period's overall duration. The notification should include the telephone numbers of the contractor's authorized representatives that are assigned to respond in the event of a noise or vibration complaint. The City will provide mailing addresses for the Applicant's use. The project applicant shall provide the City with evidence of mailing of the notice, upon request. If pile driving, see additional noticing requirements below. 16. NOISE AND VIBRATION SIGNAGE At least 10 days prior to the start of any demolition, ground disturbing, or construction activities, the project applicant/contractor shall ensure that a sign measuring at least two feet by three feet shall be posted on construction fencing at the entrance(s) to the job site, clearly visible to the public, and include the following: a. Permitted construction days and hours; b. A description of proposed construction activities; c. Telephone numbers of the City's and contractor's authorized representatives that are assigned to respond in the event of a noise or vibration complaint; and d. Contact information for City's and contractor's authorized representatives that are assigned to respond in the event of a complaint related to fugitive dust, pursuant to the requirements for compliance with BAAQMD's CEQA Air Quality Guidelines. If the authorized contractor's representative receives a complaint, they shall investigate, take appropriate corrective action, and report the complaint and the action taken to the City within three business days of receiving the complaint. ASA-2023-006, TR-2023-039 07/29/24 Danielle Condit Resolution No. 146 ASA-2023-006 July 25, 2024 Page 10 17. NOISE DURING CONSTRUCTION Prior to issuance of any demolition, grading or building permit, include on plans a note that, during project construction, the project applicant shall incorporate the following measures to reduce noise during construction and demolition activity: a. The project applicant and contractors shall prepare and submit a Construction Noise Control Plan to the City's Planning Department for review and approval prior to issuance of the first permit. The Construction Noise Plan shall demonstrate compliance with daytime and nighttime decibel limits pursuant to Chapter 10.48 (Community Noise Control) of Cupertino Municipal Code. The details of the Construction Noise Control Plan shall be included in the applicable construction documents and implemented by the on-site Construction Manager. Noise reduction measures selected and implemented shall be based on the type of construction equipment used on the site, distance of construction activities from sensitive receptor(s), site terrain, and other features on and surrounding the site (e.g., trees, built environment) and may include, but not be limited to, temporary construction noise attenuation walls, high quality mufflers. During the entire active construction period, the Construction Noise Control Plan shall demonstrate that compliance with the specified noise control requirements for construction equipment and tools will reduce construction noise in compliance with the City's daytime and nighttime decibel limits. b. Select haul routes that avoid the greatest amount of sensitive use areas and submit to the City of Cupertino Public Works Department for approval prior to the start of the construction phase. c. Signs will be posted at the job site entrance(s), within the on-site construction zones, and along queueing lanes (if any) to reinforce the prohibition of unnecessary engine idling. All other equipment will be turned off if not in use for more than 5 minutes. d. During the entire active construction period and to the extent feasible, the use of noise producing signals, including horns, whistles, alarms, and bells will be for safety warning purposes only. The construction manager will use smart back-up alarms, which automatically adjust the alarm level based on the background noise level or switch off back-up alarms and replace with human spotters in compliance with all safety requirements and law. 18. PALEONTOLOGICAL RESOURCES Prior to issuance of the any demolition, grading or building permit, include on plans a note that, during project construction, the project applicant shall implement the following measures: a. If paleontological resources are encountered during ground disturbing and/or other construction activities, all construction shall be temporarily halted or ASA-2023-006, TR-2023-039 07/29/24 Danielle Condit Resolution No. 146 ASA-2023-006 July 25, 2024 Page 11 redirected to allow a qualified paleontologist, which shall be retained by the project applicant, to assess the find for significance and the Applicant shall notify the City. b. If paleontological resources are found to be significant, the paleontological monitor shall determine appropriate actions, in coordination with a qualified paleontologist, City staff, and property owner. Appropriate actions may include, but are not limited to, a mitigation plan formulated pursuant to guidelines developed by the Society of Vertebrate Paleontology and implemented to appropriately protect the significance of the resource by preservation, documentation, and/or removal, prior to recommencing activities. Measures may include, but are not limited to, salvage of unearthed fossil remains and/or traces (e.g., tracks, trails, burrows); screen washing to recover small specimens; preparation of salvaged fossils to a point of being ready for curation (e.g., removal of enclosing matrix, stabilization and repair of specimens, and construction of reinforced support cradles); and identification, cataloging, curation, and provision for repository storage of prepared fossil specimens. 19. INDEMNIFICATION AND LIMITATION OF LIABILITY As part of the application, to the fullest extent permitted by law, the applicant shall agree to indemnify, defend with the attorneys of the City’s choice, and hold harmless the City, its City Council, and its officers, employees, and agents (collectively, the “indemnified parties”) from and against any liability, claim, action, cause of action, suit, damages, judgment, lien, levy, or proceeding (collectively referred to as “proceeding”) brought by a third party against one or more of the indemnified parties or one or more of the indemnified parties and the applicant related to any Ordinance, Resolution, or action approving the project, the related entitlements, environmental review documents, finding or determinations, or any other permit or approval authorized for the project. The indemnification shall include but not be limited to damages, fees, and costs awarded against the City, if any, and cost of suit, attorneys’ fees, and other costs, liabilities, and expenses incurred in connection with such proceeding whether incurred by the Applicant, the City, or the parties initiating or bringing such proceeding. The applicant shall agree to (without limitation) reimburse the City its actual attorneys’ fees and costs incurred in defense of the litigation. Such attorneys’ fees and costs shall include amounts paid to the City’s outside counsel and shall include City Attorney time and overhead costs and other City staff overhead costs and any costs directly related to the litigation reasonably incurred by City. The applicant shall likewise agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless the indemnified parties from and against any damages, attorneys’ fees, or costs awards, including attorneys’ fees ASA-2023-006, TR-2023-039 07/29/24 Danielle Condit ASA-2023-006, TR-2023-039 07/29/24 Danielle Condit