ASA-2007-14b
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OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK
CUPERTINO
CITY HALL
10300 TORRE AVENUE. CUPERTINO, CA 95014-3255
TELEPHONE: (408) 777-3223. FAX: (408) 777-3366
January 11, 2008
Tantau Investments, U..C
Larry Wallerstein
22 S Santa Cruz Ave. 2nd Floor
Los Gatos, Ca. 95030
Re: Consider Application Nos. EA-2007-1O, U-2007-09, ASA-2007-14, and TR-2007-06,
Tantau Investments, u..c, 10900 N. Tantau Ave., APN 316-09-029:
a) Negative declaration
b) Use permit to construct a 100,000 square foot, two-story office building on a 6.6-
acre site
c) Architectural and site approval for a 100,000 square foot, two-story office building
and site improvements
d) Tree removal of 34 trees to construct a 100,000 square foot, two-story office
building and site improvements
Dear Mr. Wallerstein:
At its January 8, 2008 meeting, the Cupertino City Council adopted a Negative Declaration, and
approved the Use Permit (with modifications), Architectural and Site Approval (with
modifications), and removal of 34 trees.
The conditions for Use Permit U-2007-09 are as follows:
SECTION III: CONDmONS ADMINISTERED BY THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
DEPT.
1. APPROVED EXIllBITS
The approval is based on Exhibits submitted by Devcon Construction, Inc., titled: "10900 N.
Tantau, Cupertino, CA," consisting of 18 pages labeled AO.1 through A9.1, Civil 1-3, LP-1,
TS-I, E2.I, E2.2, and Land Title Survey, and a colored rendeIjrrg of the project, except as
may be amended by the Conditions contained in this Resolution.
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January 11, 2008
Page" 2
2. DEVELOPMENT APPROVAL
Approval is granted to construct a 100,000 square foot, two-story office building and
associated site improvements as shown in the approved exhibits.
3. DEVELOPMENT ALLOCATION
The applicant shall receive an allocation of 5,126 square feet of office square footage from
the North Vallco Park Special Center area allocation.
4. PARKING
The applicant shall provide a minimum of 416 parking spaces on site in accordance with the
approved site plan. The applicant may convert the parking islands in the rear parking lot
behind the building for additional parking spaces in accordance with the approved site plan.
5. BICYCLE PARKING
The applicant shall provide bicycle parking and bike racks for the proposed office building
in accordance with the City's Parking Regulations under Chapter 19.100 of the Cupertino
Municipal Code.
6. LANDSCAPE PLAN
The applicant shall submit detailed landscape and irrigation plans to be reviewed and
approved by the Director of Community Development prior to issuance of building permits.
"The landscape plan shall provide the following:
1. The landscape plan shall include water conservation and pesticide reduction measures in
conformance with Chapter 14.15, Xeriscape Landscaping, and the pesticide control
measures referenced in Chapter 9.18, Stormwater Pollution Prevention and Watershed
Protection, of the Cupertino Municipal Code.
2. Plant minimum 24-inch box trees where trees are specified to be planted on site. All
trees shall be native species of trees.
7. GREEN BUILDING
The applicant will obtain LEED Silver core and shell certification only, in accordance with
the U.S. Green Building Council standards and the City's Green Building policies.
8. PLAZA AREAS
The applicant shall provide decorative pavement treatment in the plaza areas along the
frontage and sides of the building.
9. SIDEWALKS
1. Prior to final occupancy, the applicant shall repair or replace any portions of the
sidewalk along N. Tantau Ave. in front of the project site" that are in disrepair, as
determined by the Director of Public Works.
10. SIGNAGE
Signage is not approved with this use permit application. Signage shall conform to the
City's Sign Ordinance.
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January 11, 2008
Page 3
11. SIGN PROGRM.1
A sign program shall be required for the new office building in accordance with the City's
Sign Ordinance.
12. BUILDING COLORS AND :MATERIALS
The building colors and materials shall be consistent with the materials board submitted by
the applicant.
13. TREE REMOVAL
The applicant is approved to remove a total of 37 trees on site in accordance with the
proposed tree survey/removal plan dated November 14, 2007. For any additional trees on
site that are removed due to hazardous conditions or are considered dead, the applicant shall
be required to replace these trees in accordance with the City's Protected Trees Ordinance.
14. TREE PROTECTION
As part of the building permit drawings, a tree protection plan shall be prepared by a
certified arborist for the trees to be retained. The applicant shall be required to install tree
protection measures before and during development in accordance with the City Arborist's
report dated September 12, 2007. In addition, the following measures shall be added to the
protection plan:
1. For trees to be retained, chain link fencing and other root protection shall be installed
around the dripline of the tree prior to any project site work.
2. No parking or vehicle parking shall be allowed under root zones, unless using buffers
approved by the project arborist.
3. No trenching within the critical root zone area is allowed. If trenching is needed in the
vicinity of trees to be retained, the City Arborist shall be consulted before any trenching
or root cutting beneath the dripline of the tree.
4. Tree protection conditions shall be posted on the tree protection barriers.
5. Retained trees shall be watered to maintain them in good health.
15. TREE PROTECTION BOND
The applicant shall provide a tree protection bond in the amount of $100,000 to ensure
protection of trees slated for preservation prior to issuance of grading, demolition or
building permits. The bond shall be returned after completion of construction, subject to a
letter from the City Arborist indicating that the trees are in good condition.
16. TREE REPLACEMENTS
The applicant is required to plant a minimum of 68 24-inch box replacement trees on site in
conjunction with the removal of 37 trees on site, in accordance with the City's Protected
Trees Ordinance. All replacement trees shall be native species of trees. The applicant may
be able to reduce the number of replacement trees on site, if larger size trees are proposed,
in accordance with the tree replacement standards of the ordinance. For any additional trees
that are removed due to hazardous conditions or are considered dead, the applicant shall be
required to replace these trees in accordance with the Protected Trees Ordinance. Species
and size of replacement trees shall be reviewed and approved by the Community
Development Department.
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January 11, 2008
Page 4
17. TREE REPLACEMENT IN-LIEU FEE
The applicant shall pay an in-lieu fee for any trees that cannot be replaced on site in
accordance with the City's Protected Trees Ordinance.
18. SCREENING
All mechanical and other equipment on the retail building or on the site shall be screened so
they are not visible from public street areas or adjoining developments. Screening
materials/colors shall match building features and materials. The height of the screening
shall be taller than the height of the mechanical equipment that it is designed to screen. The
location of equipment and necessary screening shall be reviewed and approved by the
Director of Community Development prior to issuance of building permits.
19. TRASH AND DELIVERY ACTIVITIES
A detailed refuge and truck delivery plan must be prepared by the applicant. The plan shall
specify locations of trash facilities, refuge pick up schedules and truck delivery schedules
and routes. All trash facilities must be screened and enclosed to the satisfaction of the Public
Works Department. The final plan shall be submitted to the City for review and approval
prior to issuance of building permits.
20. CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT PLAN
. . A construction management plan shall be prepared by the applicant and approved by staff
prior to issuance of building permits. Staging of construction and equipment shall not occur
within 250 feet of any residential property.
21. DEMOLITION REQUIREMENTS
All demolished building and site materials shall be recycled to the maximum extent feasible
subject to the Building Official. The applicant shall provide evidence that materials will be
recycled prior to issuance of fmal demolition permits.
22. PUBLIC ART
The applicant shall install public art on the subject property prior to fmal occupancy. The
public art shall be valued at a minimum of one-quarter percent (1/4%) of the total project
budget, not to exceed $100,000. .The applicant shall submit a public art plan to be reviewed
by the Fine Arts Commission prior to installation of the public art.
23. NOTICE OF FEES. DEDICATIONS. RESERVATIONS OR OTHER EXACTIONS
The Conditions of Project Approval set forth herein may include certain fees,
dedication requirements, reservation requirements, and other exactions. Pursuant to
Government Code Section 66020(d) (1), these Conditions constitute written notice of
a statement of the amount of such fees, and a description of the dedications,
reservations, and other exactions. You are hereby further notified that the 90-day
approval period in which you may protest these fees, dedications, reservations, and
other exactions, pursuant to Government Code Section 66020(a), has begun. If you
fail to fIle a protest within this 90-day period complying with all of the requirements
of Section 66020, you will be legally barred from later challenging such exactions.
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January 11. 2008
Page 5
SECTION IV: CONDmONS ADMINISTERED BY TIffi PUBLIC WORKS DEPT.
24. OFF SITE IMPROVEMENTS
Curbs and gutters. sidewalks. streetlights, street widening and related structures shall be.
installed in accordance with grades and standards as specified by the City Engineer.
If street lighting is required. street lighting shall be installed and shall be as approved by the
City Engineer. Lighting fixtures shall be positioned so as to preclude glare and other forms
of visual interference to adjoining properties, and shall be no higher than the maximum
height permitted by the zone in which the site is located.
25. TRAFFIC SIGNS
Traffic control signs shall be placed at locations specified by the City.
26. STREET TREES
Street trees shall be planted within the Public Right of Way and shall be of a type approved
by the City in accordance with Ordinance No. 125.
27. GRADING
Grading shall be as approved and required by the City Engineer in accordance with Chapter
16.08 of the Cupertino Municipal Code. 401 Certifications and 404 permits maybe required.
Please contact Army Corp of Engineers and/or Regional Water Quality Control Board as
appropriate.
28. DRAINAGE
Drainage shall be provided to the satisfaction of the City Engineer.
* Pre and Post-development calculations must be provided to identify if storm drain
facilities need to be constructed or renovated.
29. UNDERGROUND UTILITIES
The developer shall comply with the requirements of the Underground Utilities Ordinance
No. 331 and other related Ordinances and regulations of the City of Cupertino. and shall
coordinate with affected utility providers for installation of underground utility devices.
Ordinance No. 331 requires all overhead lines to be underground whether the lines are new
or existing. The developer shall submit detailed plans showing utility underground
provisions. Said plans shall be subject to prior approval of the affected Utility provider and
the City Engineer.
30. IMPROVEMENT AGREEMENT
The project developer shall enter into a development agreement with the City of Cupertino
providing for payment of fees, including but not limited to checking and inspection fees,
storm drain fees, park dedication fees and fees for under grounding of utilities. Said
agreement shall be executed prior to issuance of construction permits.
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January II, 2008
Page 6
Fees:
a. Grading Permit Fee:
$6% of On Site Improvement Costs or
$ 2,163.00 minimum
'$ 5% of Off Site Improvement Costs or
$ 2,304.00 minimum
$ 1,000.00
$ 8,712.00
**
b. Checking and Inspection Fee:
c. Development Maintenance Deposit:
d. Storm Drainage Fee:
e. Power Cost:
f. Map Checking Fees:
g. Park Fees:
N/A
N/A
Bonds (Required):
a. On-Site Improvements Bond: 100% Performance Bond
b. Off-Site Improvements Bond: 100% Performance Bond; 100% LaborlMaterial Bond
-The fees described above are imposed based upon the current fee schedule adopted by the
City Council. However, the fees imposed herein may be modified at the time of recordation
of a [mal map or issuance of a building permit in the event of said change or changes, the
fees changed at that time will reflect the then current fee schedule.
** Developer is required to pay for one-year power cost for streetlights
31.TRANSFORMERS
Electrical transformers, telephone vaults and similar above ground equipment enclosures
shall be screened with fencing and landscaping or located underground such that said
equipment is not visible from public street areas.
32. BEST MANAGEMENT PRACTICES
Utilize Best Management Practices (BMF's), as required by the State Water Resources
Control Board, for construction activity, which disturbs soil.
33. NPDES CONSTRUCTION GENERAL PERMIT
The applicant must fIle for a NOI (Notice of Intent) and must prepare a Storm Water
Pollution Prevention Plan with the State Water Resources Control Board. The city
must obtain documentation that the process has been completed.
For copies of the Construction General Permit, the NOI and additional permit
information consult the state Water Resources Control Board web site at:
http:/www.swrcb.ca.2ov/stormwtr/construction.html
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January 11, 2008
Page 7
34. AMENDED DEVELOPMENT BEST MANAGEMENT PRACTICES (BMP)
REOUIREMENTS
a. Pennanent Stormwater Quality BMPs Required
In accordance with chapter 9.18, Stormwater Pollution Prevention and Watershed
Protection, of the City Code, all development and redevelopment projects shall include
permanent BMPs in order to reduce the water quality impacts of stormwater runoff from
the entire site for the life of the project.
b. Stormwater Management Plan Required
The applicant shall submit a Stormwater Management Plan for this project. The
permanent storm water quality best management practices (BMPs) included in this plan
shall be selected and designed in accordance with chapter 9.18, Stormwater Pollution
Prevention and Watershed Protection, of the City Code.
c. BMP Agreements
The applicant and the City shall enter into a recorded agreement and covenant running
with the land for perpetual BMP maintenance by the property owners(s). In addition, the
owner(s) and the City shall enter into a recorded easement agreement and covenant
running with the land allowing City access at the site for BMP inspection.
35.MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT
The applicant will be required to maintain all items, which are non-standard within the
City's right of way. The applicant and the City must enter into a recorded agreement for this
aforementioned work.
36. GARBAGE AND RECYCLING
The applicant will be required to gain approval from the Environmental Programs
Department prior to obtaining a building permit for the overall garbage and recycling of the
subject development. A refuge truck access plan must be approved by the Environmental
Programs Department.
The conditions for ASA-2007-14 are as follows:
SECTION III: CONDmONS ADMINISTERED BY THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
DEPT.
25. APPROVED EXHIBITS
The approval is based on Exhibits submitted by Devcon Construction, Inc., titled: "10900 N.
Tantau, Cupertino, CA," consisting of 18 pages labeled AO.l through A9.1, Civil 1-3, LP-I,
TS-l, E2.1, E2.2, and Land Title Survey, and a colored rendering of the project, except as
may be amended by the Conditions contained in this Resolution.
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January 11,2008
Page 8
26. DEVELOPMENT APPROVAL
Approval is granted to construct a 100,000 square foot, two-story office building and
associated site improvements as shown in the approved exhibits.
27. DEVELOPMENT ALLOCATION
The applicant shall receive an allocation of 5,126 square feet of office square footage from
the North Vallco Park Special Center area allocation.
28. PARKING
.
The applicant shall provide a minimum of 416 parking spaces on site in accordance with the
approved site plan. The applicant may convert the parking islands in the rear parking lot
behind the building for additional parking spaces in accordance with the approved site plan.
29. BICYCLE PARKING
The applicant shall provide bicycle parking and bike racks for the proposed office building
in accordance with the City's Parking Regulations under Chapter 19.100 of the Cupertino
Municipal Code.
30. LANDSCAPE PLAN
The applicant shall submit detailed landscape and irrigation plans to be reviewed and
approved by the Director of Community Development prior to issuance of building permits.
The landscape plan shall provide the following:
1. The landscape plan shall include water conservation and pesticide reduction measures in
conformance with Chapter 14.15, Xeriscape Landscaping, and the pesticide control
measures referenced in Chapter 9.18, Stormwater Pollution Prevention and Watershed
Protection, of the Cupertino Municipal Code.
2. Plant minimum 24-inch box trees where trees are specified to be planted on site. All
trees shall be native species of trees.
31. GREEN BUILDING
The applicant will obtain LEED Silver core and shell certification only, in accordance with
the U.S. Green Building Council standards and the City's Green Building policies.
32. PLAZA AREAS
The applicant shall provide decorative pavement treatment in the plaza areas along the
frontage and sides of the building.
33. SIDEWALKS
1. Prior to final occupancy, the applicant shall repair or replace any portions of the
sidewalk along N. Tantau Ave. in front of the project site that are in disrepair, as
determined by the Director of Public Works.
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January 11, 2008 Page 9
SIGNAGE
Signage is not approved with this use permit application. Signage shall conform to the
City's Sign Ordinance.
34. SIGN PROGRAM
A sign program shall be required for the new office building in accordance with the City's
Sign Ordinance.
35. BUILDING COLORS AND MATERIALS
The building colors and materials shall be consistent with the materials board submitted by
the applicant.
36. TREE REMOVAL
The applicant is approved to remove a total of 37 trees on site in accordance with the
proposed tree survey/removal plan dated November 14, 2007. For any additional trees on
site that are removed due to hazardous conditions or are considered dead, the applicant shall
be required to replace these trees in accordance with the City's Protected Trees Ordinance.
37. TREE PROTECTION
As part of the building permit drawings, a tree protection plan shall be prepared by a
certified arborist for the trees to be retained. The applicant shall be required to install tree
protection measures before and during development in accordance with the City Arborist's
report dated September 12, 2007. In addition, the following measures shall be added to the
protection plan:
1. For trees to be retained, chain link fencing and other root protection shall be installed
around the dripline of the tree prior to any project site work.
2. No parking or vehicle parking shall be allowed under root zones, unless using buffers
approved by the project arborist.
3. No trenching within the critical root zone area is allowed. If trenching is needed in the
vicinity of trees to be retained, the City Arborist shall be consulted before any trenching
or root cutting beneath the dripline of the tree.
4. Tree protection conditions shall be posted on the tree protection barriers.
5. Retained trees shall be watered to mainta41 them in good health.
38. TREE PROTECTION BOND
The applicant shall provide a tree protection bond in the amount of $100,000 to ensure
protection of trees slated for preservation prior to issuance of grading, demolition or
building permits. The bond shall be returned after completion of construction, subject to a
letter from the City Arborist indicating that the trees are in good condition,.
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January 11, 2008
Page 10
39. TREE REPLACEMENTS
The applicant is required to plant a minimum of 68 24-inch box replacement trees on site in
conjunction with the removal of 37 trees on site, in accordance with the City's Protected
Trees Ordinance. All replacement trees shall be native species of trees. The applicant may
be able to reduce the number of replacement trees on site, if larger size trees are proposed,
in accordance with the tree replacement standards of the ordinance. For any additional trees
that are removed due to hazardous conditions or are considered dead, the applicant shall be
required to replace these trees in accordance with the Protected Trees Ordinance. Species
and size of replacement trees shall be reviewed and approved by the Community
Development Department.
40. TREE REPLACEMENT IN-LIEU FEE
The applicant shall pay an in-lieu fee for any trees that cannot be replaced on site in
accordance with the City's Protected Trees Ordinance.
41. SCREENING
All mechanical and other equipment on the retail building or on the site shall be screened so
they are not visible from public street areas or adjoining developments. Screening
materials/colors shall match building features and materials. The height of the screening
shall be taller than the height of the mechanical equipment that it is designed to screen. The
location of equipment and necessary screening shall be reviewed and approved by the
Director of Community Development prior to issuance of building permits.
42. TRASH AND DELIVERY ACTIVITIES
A detailed refuge and truck delivery plan must be prepared by the applicant. The plan shall
specify locations of trash facilities, refuge pick up schedules and truck delivery schedules
and routes. All trash facilities must be screened and enclosed to the satisfaction of the Public
Works Department. The final plan shall be submitted to the City for review and approval
prior to issuance of building permits.
43. CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT PLAN
A construction management plan shall be prepared by the applicant and approved by staff
prior to issuance of building permits. Staging of construction and equipment shall not occur
within 250 feet of any residential property.
44. DEMOLITION REQUIREMENTS
All demolished building and site materials shall be recycled to the maximum extent feasible
subject to the Building Official. The applicant shall provide evidence that materials will be
recycled prior to issuance of fmal demolition permits.
45. PUBLIC ART
The applicant shall install public art on the subject property prior to fmal occupancy. The
public art shall be valued at a minimum of one-quarter percent (1/4%) of the total project
budget, not to exceed $100,000. The applicant shall submit a public art plan to be reviewed
by the Fine Arts Commission prior to installation of the public art.
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January 11, 2008
Page 11
46. NOTICE OF FEES. DEDICA TIONS. RESERVATIONS OR OTHER EXACTIONS
The Conditions of Project Approval set forth herein may include certain fees,
dedication requirements, reservation requirements, and other exactions. Pursuant to
Government Code Section 66020(d) (1), these Conditions constitute written notice of
a statement of the amount of such fees, and a description of the dedications,
reservations, and other exactions. You are hereby further notified that the 90-day
approval period in which you may protest these fees, dedications, reservations, and
other exactions, pursuant to Government Code Section 66020(a), has begun. If you
fail to fIle a protest within this 90-day period complying with all of the requirements
of Section 66020, you will be legally barred from later challenging such exactions.
SECTION IV: CONDmONS ADMINISTERED BY THE PUBLIC WORKS DEPT.
47. OFF SITE IMPROVEMENTS
Curbs and gutters, sidewalks, streetlights, street widening and related structures shall be
installed in accordance with-grades and standards as specified by the City Engineer.
If street lighting is required, street lighting shall be installed and shall be as approved by the
City Engineer. Lighting fixtures shall be positioned so as to preclude glare and other forms
of visual interference to adjoining properties, and shall be no higher than the maximum
height permitted by the zone in which the site is located.
25. TRAFFIC SIGNS
Traffic control signs shall be placed at locations specified by the City.
26. STREET TREES
Street trees shall be planted within the Public Right of Way and shall be of a type approved
by the City in accordance with Ordinance No. 125.
27. GRADING
Grading shall be as approved and required by the City Engineer in accordance with Chapter
16.08 of the Cupertino Municipal Code. 401 Certifications and 404 permits maybe required.
Please contact Army Corp of Engineers and/or Regional Water Quality Control Board as
appropriate.
28. DRAINAGE
Drainage shall be provided to the satisfaction of the City Engineer.
* Pre and Post-development calculations must be provided to identify if storm drain
facilities need. to be constructed or renovated.
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January 11, 2008
Page 12
29. UNDERGROUND UTILITIES
The developer shall comply with the requirements of the Underground Utilities Ordinance
No. 331 and other related Ordinances and regulations of the City of Cupertino, and shall
coordinate with affected utility providers for installation of underground utility devices.
Ordinance No. 331 requires all overhead lines to be underground whether the lines are new
or existinf!. The developer shall submit detailed plans showing utility 'underground
provisions. Said plans shall be subject to prior approval of the affected Utility provider and
the City Engineer.
30. IMPROVEMENT AGREEMENT
The project developer shall enter into a development agreement with the City of Cupertino
providing for payment of fees, including but not limited to checking and inspection fees,
storm drain fees, park dedication fees and fees for under grounding of utilities. Said
agreement shall be executed prior to issuance of construction permits.
Fees:
a. Grading Permit Fee:
$6% of On Site Improvement Costs or
$ 2,163.00 minimum
$ 5% of Off Site Improvement Costs or
$ 2,304.00 minimum
$ 1,000.00
$ 8,712.00
**
b. Checking and Inspection Fee:
c. Development Maintenance Deposit:
d. Storm Drainage Fee:
e. Power Cost:
f. Map Checking Fees:
g. Park Fees:
N/A
N/A
Bonds (Required):
c. On-Site Improvements Bond: 100% Performance Bond
d. Off-Site Improvements Bond: 100% Performance Bond; 100% Labor/Material Bond
-The fees described above are imposed based upon the current fee schedule adopted by the
City Council. However, the fees imposed herein may be modified at the time of recordation
of afmal map or issuance of a building permit in the event of said change or changes, the
fees changed at that time will reflect the then current fee schedule.
** Developer is required to pay for one-year power cost for streetlights
31.TRANSFORMERS
Electrical transformers, telephone vaults and similar above ground equipment enclosures
shall be screened with fencing and landscaping or located underground such that said
equipment is not visible from public street areas.
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January 11, 2008
Page 13
32. BEST MANAGEMENT PRACTICES
Utilize Best Management Practices (BMP's), as required by the State Water Resources
Control Board, for construction activity, which disturbs soil.
33. NPDES CONSTRUCTION GENERAL PERMIT
The applicant must tlle for a NOI (Notice of Intent) and must prepare a Storm Water
Pollution Prevention Plan with the State Water Resources Control Board. The city
must obtain documentation that the process has been completed.
For copies of the Construction General Permit, the NOI and additional permit
information consult the state Water Resources Control Board web site at:
htto:/www.swrcb.ca.!.wv/stormwtr/construction.html
34. AMENDED DEVELOPMENT BEST MANAGEMENT PRACTICES (BMP)
REOUIREMENTS
d. Permanent Stormwater Quality BMPs Required
In accordance with chapter 9.18, Stormwater Pollution Prevention and Watershed
Protection, of the City Code, all development and redevelopment projects shall include
permanent BMPs' in order to reduce the water quality impacts of stormwater runoff from
the entire site for the life of the project
e. Stormwater Management Plan Required
The applicant shall submit a Stormwater Management Plan for this project. The
permanent storm water quality best management practices (BMPs) included in this plan
shall be selected and designed in accordance with chapter 9.18, Stormwater Pollution
Prevention and Watershed Protection, of the City Code.
f. BMP Agreements
The applicant and the City shall enter into a recorded agreement and covenant running
with the land for perpetual BMP maintenance by the property owners(s). In addition, the
owner(s) and the City shall enter into a recorded easement agreement and covenant
running with the land allowing City access at the site for BMP inspection.
35. MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT
The applicant will be required to maintain all items, which are non-standard within the
City's right of way. The applicant and the City must enter into a recorded agreement for this
aforementioned work.
36. GARBAGE AND RECYCLING
The applicant will be required to gain approval from the Environmental Programs
Department prior to obtaining a building permit for the overall garbage and recycling of the
subject development. A refuge truck access plan must be approved by the Environmental
Programs Department.
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January 11,2008
Page 14
The conditions for TR-2007-06 are as follows:
SECTION III: CONDmONS ADMJNISTERED BY TIffi COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
DEPT.
1. APPROVAL ACTION
The applicant is approved to remove a total of 37 trees on site in accordance with the
applicant's tree survey/removal plan identified as page TS-l dated November 14, 2007 in the
approved exhibits for U-2007-09 and ASA-2007-14, except as maybe amended by the
conditions of this Resolution.
2. TREE PROTECTION
As part of the building permit drawings, a tree protection plan shall be prepared by a certified
arborist for the trees to be retained. The applicant shall be required to install tree protection
measures before and during development in accordance with the City Arborist's report dated
September 12, 2007. In addition, the following measures shall be added to the protection plan:
1. For trees to be retained, chain link fencing and other root protection shall be installed
around the driplIDe of the tree prior to any project site work.
2. No parking or vehicle parking shall be allowed under root zones, unless using buffers
approved by the project arborist.
3. No trenching within the critical root zone area is allowed. If trenching is needed in the
vicinity of trees to be retained, the City Arborist shall be consulted before any trenching or
root cutting beneath the dripline of the tree.
4. Tree protection conditions shall be posted on the tree protection barriers.
5. Retained trees shall be watered to maintain them in good health.
a. TREE PROTECTION BOND
The applicant shall provide a tree protection bond in the amount of $100,000 to ensure
protection of trees slated for preservation prior to issuance of grading, demolition or building
permits. The bond shall be returned after completion of construction, subject to a letter from the
City Arborist indicating that the trees are in good condition.
4. TREE REPLACKMENTS
The applicant is required to plant a minimum of 68 24-inch box replacement trees on site in
conjunction with the removal of 37 trees on site, in accordance with the City's Protected Trees
Ordinance. All replacement trees shall be native species of trees. The applicant may be able to
reduce the number of replacement trees on site, if larger size trees are proposed, in accordance
with the tree replacement standards of the ordinance. For any additional trees that are removed
.due to hazardous conditions or are considered dead, the applicant shall be required to replace
these trees in accordance with the Protected Trees Ordinance. Species and size of replacement
trees shall be reviewed and approved by the Community Development Department.
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January 11, 2008
Page 15
5. TREE REPLACEMENT IN-LIEU FEE
The applicant shall pay an in-lieu fee for any trees that cannot be replaced on site in accordance
with the City's Protected Trees Ordinance.
6. NOTICE OF FEES. DEDICATIONS. RESERVATIONS OR OTHER EXACTIONS
The Conditions of Project Approval set forth herein may include certain fees, dedication
requirements, reservation requirements, and other exactions. Pursuant to Government Code
Section 66020(d) (1), these Conditions constitute written notice of a statement of the amount of
such fees, and a description of the dedications, reservations, and other exactions. You are
hereby further notified that the 90-day approval period in which you may protest these fees,
dedications, reservations, and other exactions, pursuant to Government Code Section 66020(a),
has begun. If you fail to f1le a protest within this 90-day period complying with all of the
requirements of Section 66020, you will be legally barred from later challenging such exactions.
Please review these conditions carefully. If you have any questions regarding the conditions
of approval, please contact the Department of Community Development at 408-777-3308 for
clarification. Failure to incorporate conditions into your plan set will result in delays at the
plan checking stage. If development conditions require tree preservations, do not clear the
site until required tree protection devices are installed.
The conditions of project approval set forth herein may include certain fees, dedication
requirements, reservation requirements, and other exactions. Pursuant to Government Code
Section 66020(d)(1), these conditions constitute written notice of a statement of the amount of
such fees, and a description of the dedications, reservations, and other exactions. You are
hereby further notified that the 90-OOy approval period in which you may protest these fees,
dedications, and other exactions, pursuant to Government Code Section 66020(a), has begun. If
you fail to file a protest within this 90-OOy period complying with all of the requirements of
Section 66020, you will be legally barred from later challenging such exactions.
Any interested person, including the applicant, prior to seeking judicial review of the city
council's decision in this matter, must first file a petition for reconsideration with the city clerk
within ten days after the council's decision. Any petition so filed must comply with municipal
ordinance code *2.08.096.
Sincerely:
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City Clerk .
cc: Community Development
Sylvester Ramirez
690 Gilbraltar Dr
Milpitas, Ca. 95035
CITY OF CUPERTINO
10300 Torre Avenue
Cupertino, California 95014
RESOLUTION NO. 6498
OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF CUPERTINO
RECOMMENDING TO THE CITY COUNCIL APPROV AL OF AN ARCHITECTURAL
AND SITE APPROVAL TO CONSTRUCT A 100,000 SQUARE FOOT, TWO-STORY
OFFICE BUILDING
SECTION I: FINDINGS
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission of the City of Cupertino received an application
for an Architectural and Site Approval, as described in Section II of this Resolution; and
WHEREAS, the necessary public notices have been given in accordance with the
Procedural Ordinance of the City of Cupertino, and the Planning Commission has held
one or more public hearings on this matter; and
WHEREAS, the applicant has met the burden of proof required to support said
application; and has satisfied the following requirements:
1) The proposed use, 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; and
2) The proposed use will be located and conducted in a manner in accord with the
Cupertino Comprehensive General Plan and the purpose of the Architectural
and Site Review Chapter of the Cupertino Municipal Code; and
3) The proposed development is consistent with the North Valko Park Special
Center Area and North Valko Master Plan.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED:
That after careful consideration of maps, facts, exhibits, testimony and other evidence
submitted in this matter, the application for Architectural and Site Approval is hereby
approved, subject to the conditions which are enumerated in this Resolution beginning
on Page 2 thereof; 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-2007-14 as set forth in the Minutes of the Planning Commission Meeting of
December II, 2007, and are incorporated by reference as though fully set forth herein.
Resolution No. 6498
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December 11, 2007
SECTION II: PROTECT DESCRIPTION
Application No.: ASA-2007-14
Applicant: Larry Wallerstein, Tantau Investments, LLC
Location: 10900 N. Tantau
SECTION III: CONDITIONS ADMINISTERED BY THE COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT DEPT.
1. APPROVED EXHIBITS
The approval is based on Exhibits submitted by Devcon Construction, Inc., titled:
"10900 N. Tantau, Cupertino, CA," consisting of 18 pages labeled AO.l through
A9.1, Civil 1-3, LP-l, TS-l, E2.1, E2.2, and Land Title Survey, and a colored
rendering of the project, except as may be amended by the Conditions contained
in this Resolution.
2. DEVELOPMENT AFPROV AL
Approval is granted to construct a 100,000 square foot, two-story office building
and associated site improvements as shown in the approved exhibits.
3. DEVELOPMENT ALLOCATION
The applicant shall receive an allocation of 5,126 square feet of office square
footage from the North Valko Park Special Center area allocation.
4. PARKING
The applicant shall provide a mInimUm of 416 parking spaces on site in
accordance with the approved site plan. The applicant may convert the parking
islands in the rear parking lot behind the building for additional parking spaces
in accordance with the approved site plan.
5. BICYCLE PARKING
The applicant shall provide bicycle parking and bike racks for the proposed
office building in accordance with the City's Parking Regulations under Chapter
19.100 of the Cupertino Municipal Code.
6. LANDSCAPE PLAN
The applicant shall submit detailed landscape and irrigation plans to be
reviewed and approved by the Director of Community Development prior to
issuance of building permits. The landscape plan shall provide the following:
1. The landscape plan shall include water conservation and pesticide reduction
measures in conformance with Chapter 14.15, Xeriscape Landscaping, and the
pesticide control measures referenced in Chapter 9.18, Stormwater Pollution
Prevention and Watershed Protection, of the Cupertino Municipal Code.
2. Plant minimum 24-inch box trees where trees are specified to be planted on
site. All trees shall be native species of trees.
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December 11, 2007
7. GREEN BUILDING
The applicant will obtain LEED Silver New Construction certification for the
building in accordance with the u.s. Green Building Council standards and the
City's Green Building policies.
8. PLAZA AREAS
The applicant shall provide decorative pavement treatment in the plaza areas
along the frontage and sides of the building.
9. SIDEWALKS
1. Prior to final occupancy, the applicant shall repair or replace any portions of
the sidewalk along N. Tantau Ave. in front of the project site that are in
disrepair, as determined by the Director of Public Works.
10. SIGNAGE
Signage is not approved with this use permit application. Signage shall conform
to the City's Sign Ordinance.
11. SIGN PROGRAM
A sign program shall be required for the new office building in accordance with
the City's Sign Ordinance.
12. BUILDING COLORS AND MATERIALS
The building colors and materials shall be consistent with the materials board
submitted by the applicant.
13. TREE REMOVAL
The applicant is approved to remove a total of 37 trees on site in accordance with
the proposed tree survey/removal plan dated November 14, 2007. For any
additional trees on site that are removed due to hazardous conditions or are
considered dead, the applicant shall be required to replace these trees in
accordance with the City's Protected Trees Ordinance.
14. TREE PROTECTION
As part of the building permit drawings, a tree protection plan shall be prepared
by a certified arborist for the trees to be retained. The applicant shall be required
to install tree protection measures before and during development in accordance
with the City Arborist's report dated September 12, 2007. In addition, the
following measures shall be added to the protection plan:
1. For trees to be retained, chain link fencing and other root protection shall be
installed around the dripline of the tree prior to any project site work.
2. No parking or vehicle parking shall be allowed under root zones, unless
using buffers approved by the project arborist.
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3. No trenching within the critical root zone area is allowed. If trenching is
needed in the vicinity of trees to be retained, the City Arborist shall be
consulted before any trenching or root cutting beneath the dripline of the
tree.
4. Tree protection conditions shall be posted on the tree protection barriers.
5. Retained trees shall be watered to maintain them in good health.
15. TREE PROTECTION BOND
The applicant shall provide a tree protection bond in the amount of $100,000 to
ensure protection of trees slated for preservation prior to issuance of grading,
demolition or building permits. The bond shall be returned after completion of
construction, subject to a letter from the City Arborist indicating that the trees are
in good condition.
16. TREE REPLACEMENTS
The applicant is required to plant a minimum of 68 24-inch box replacement trees
on site in conjunction with the removal of 37 trees on site, in accordance with the
City's Protected Trees Ordinance. All replacement trees shall be native species of
trees. The applicant may be able to reduce the number of replacement trees on
site, if larger size trees are proposed, in accordance with the tree replacement
standards of the ordinance. For any additional trees that are removed due to
hazardous conditions or are considered dead, the applicant shall be required to
replace these trees in accordance with the Protected Trees Ordinance. Species
and size of replacement trees shall be reviewed and approved by the Community
Development Department.
17. TREE REPLACEMENT IN-LIEU FEE
The applicant shall pay an in-lieu fee for any trees that cannot be replaced on site
in accordance with the City's Protected Trees Ordinance.
18. SCREENING
All mechanical and other equipment on the retail building or 'on the site shall be
screened so they are not visible from public street areas or adjoining
developments. Screening materials/colors shall match building features and
materials. The height of the screening shall be taller than the height of the
mechanical equipment that it is designed to screen. The location of equipment
and necessary screening shall be reviewed and approved by the Director of
Community Development prior to issuance of building permits.
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December 11, 2007
19. TRASH AND DELIVERY ACTIVITIES
A detailed refuge and truck delivery plan must be prepared by the applicant.
The plan shall specify locations of trash facilities, refuge pick up schedules and
truck delivery schedules and routes. All trash facilities must be screened and
enclosed to the satisfaction of the Public Works Department. The final plan shall
be submitted to the City for review and approval prior to issuance of building
permits.
20. CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT PLAN
A construction management plan shall be prepared by the applicant and
approved by staff prior to issuance of building permits. Staging of construction
and equipment shall not occur within 250 feet of any residential property.
21. DEMOLITION REQUIREMENTS
All demolished building and site materials shall be recycled to the maximum
extent feasible subject to the Building Official. The applicant shall provide
evidence that materials will be recycled prior to issuance of final demolition
permits.
22. PUBLIC ART
The applicant shall install public art on the subject property prior to final
occupancy. The public art shall be valued at a minimum of one-quarter percent
(1/4%) of the total project budget, not to exceed $100,000. The applicant shall
submit a public art plan to be reviewed by the Fine Arts Commission prior to
installation of the public art.
23. NOTICE OF FEES, DEDICATIONS, RESERVATIONS OR OTHER
EXACTIONS
The Conditions of Project Approval set forth herein may include certain fees,
dedication requirements, reservation requirements, and other exactions.
Pursuant to Government Code Section 66020(d) (1), these Conditions constitute
written notice of a statement of the amount of such fees, and. a description of the
dedications, reservations, and other exactions. You are hereby further notified
that the 90-day approval period in which you may protest these fees, dedications,
reservations, and other exactions, pursuant to Government Code Section
66020(a), has begun. If you fail to file a protest within this 90-day period
complying with all of the requirements of Section 66020, you will be legally
barred from later challenging such exactions.
Resolution No. 6498
Page 6
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December 11, 2007
SECTION IV: CONDITIONS ADMINISTERED BY THE PUBLIC WORKS DEPT.
24. OFF SITE IMPROVEMENTS
Curbs and gutters, sidewalks, streetlights, street widening and related structures
shall be installed in accordance with grades and standards as specified by the
Ci ty Engineer.
If street lighting is required, street lighting shall be installed and shall be as
approved by the City Engineer. Lighting fixtures shall be positioned so as to
preclude glare and other forms of visual interference to adjoining properties, and
shall be no higher than the maximum height permitted by the zone in which the
site is located.
25. TRAFFIC SIGNS
Traffic control signs shall be placed at locations specified by the City.
26. STREET TREES
Street trees shall be planted within the Public Right of Way and shall be of a type
approved by the City in accordance with Ordinance No. 125.
27. GRADING
Grading shall be as approved and required by the City Engineer in accordance
with Chapter 16.08 of the Cupertino Municipal Code. 401 Certifications and 404
permits maybe required. Please contact Army Corp of Engineers and/ or
Regional Water Quality Control Board as appropriate.
28. DRAINAGE
Drainage shall be provided to the satisfaction of the City Engineer.
* Pre and Post-development calculations must be provided to identify if storm
drain facilities need to be constructed or renovated.
29. UNDERGROUND UTILITIES
The developer shall comply with the requirements of the Underground Utilities
Ordinance No. 331 and other related Ordinances and regulations of the City of
Cupertino, and shall coordinate with affected utility providers for installation of
underground utility devices. Ordinance No. 331 requires all overhead lines to be
underground whether the lines are new or existing. The developer shall submit
detailed plans showing utility underground provisions. Said plans shall be
subject to prior approval of the affected Utility provider and the City Engineer.
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30. IMPROVEMENT AGREEMENT
The project developer shall enter into a development agreement with the City of
Cupertino providing for payment of fees, including but not limited to checking
and inspection fees, storm drain fees, park dedication fees and fees for under
grounding of utilities. Said agreement shall be executed prior to issuance of
construction permits.
Fees:
a. Grading Permit Fee:
$6% of On Site Improvement Costs or
$ 2,163.00 minimum
$ 5 % of Off Site Improvement Costs or
$ 2,304.00 minimum
$ 1,000.00
$ 8,712.00
b. Checking and Inspection Fee:
c. Development Maintenance Deposit:
d. Storm Drainage Fee:
e. Power Cost:
f. Map Checking Fees:
g. Park Fees:
**
N/A
N/A
Bonds (Required):
a. On-Site Improvements Bond: 100% Performance Bond
b. Off-Site Improvements Bond: 100% Performance Bond; 100% Labor/Material
Bond
-The fees described above are imposed based upon the current fee schedule
adopted by the City Council. However, the fees imposed herein may be modified
at the time of recordation of a final map or issuance of a building permit in the
event of said change or changes, the fees changed at that time will reflect the then
current fee schedule.
** Developer is required to pay for one-year power cost for streetlights
31.TRANSFORMERS
Electrical transformers, telephone vaults and similar above ground equipment
enclosures shall be screened with fencing and landscaping or located
underground such that said equipment is not visible from public street areas.
32. BEST MANAGEMENT PRACTICES
Utilize Best Management Practices (BMP's), as required by the State Water
Resources Control Board, for construction activity, which disturbs soil.
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33. NPDES CONSTRUCTION GENERAL PERMIT
The applicant must file for a NOI (Notice of Intent) and must prepare a Storm
Water Pollution Prevention Plan with the State Water Resources Control Board.
The city must obtain documentation that the process has been completed.
For copies of the Construction General Permit, the NOI and additional permit
information consult the state Water Resources Control Board web site at:
http:/www.swrcb.ca.gov / stormwtr / construction.html
34. AMENDED DEVELOPMENT BEST MANAGEMENT PRACTICES (BMP)
REQUIREMENTS
a. Permanent Stormwater Quality BMPs Required
In accordance with chapter 9.18, Stormwater Pollution Prevention and
Watershed Protection, of the City Code, all development and redevelopment
projects shall include permanent BMPs in order to reduce the water quality
impacts of stormwater runoff from the entire site for the life of the project.
b. Stormwater Management Plan Required
The applicant shall submit a Stormwater Management Plan for this project.
The permanent storm water quality best management practices (BMPs)
included in this plan shall be selected and designed in accordance with chapter
9.18, Stormwater Pollution Prevention and Watershed Protection, of the City
Code.
c. BMP Agreements
The applicant and the City shall enter into a recorded agreement and covenant
running with the land for perpetual BMP maintenance by the property
owners(s). In addition, the owner(s) and the City shall enter into a recorded
easement agreement and covenant running with the land allowing City access
at the site for BMP inspection.
35.MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT
The applicant will be required to maintain all items, which are non-standard
within the City's right of way. The applicant and the City must enter into a
recorded agreement for this aforementioned work.
36. GARBAGE AND RECYCLING
The applicant will be required to gain approval from the Environmental
Programs Department prior to obtaining a building permit for the overall
garbage and recycling of the subject development. A refuge truck access plan
must be approved by the Environmental Programs Department.
Resolution No. 6498
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December 11, 2007
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 11th day of December 2007, at a Regular Meeting of the
Planning Commission of the City of Cupertino, State of California, by the following roll
call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
COMMISSIONERS: Chairperson Giefer, Kaneda, Rose
COMMISSIONERS: none
COMMISSIONERS: none
COMMISSIONERS: Vice Chair Miller
ATTEST:
APPROVED:
/ s/Steve Piasecki
Steve Piasecki
Director of Community Development
/ s / Lisa Giefer
Lisa Giefer, Chair
Planning Commission
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