DIR-1996-05bCITY OF CUPERTINO ~ , ti ~ ,
10300 Torre Avcnue, Cupertino, California 95014 (408) 777-3308
• To: Mayor and City Councilmembers
Chairman and Planning Commissioners
From: Robert Cowan, Director of Community Development
Date: May 31, 1996
Subj: Report of Director's Decision Regarding Temporary Use Permit
Chapter 19.128 of the Cupertino Municipal Code states that the Director of Community
Development may grant a conditional use permit authorizing the use of a site in any zoning
district for a temporary use not exceeding six months. The permit may be granted by the
Director without a requirement for a public hearing. The Director reports his decision to
the City Council and Planning Commission in time to allow any Councilmember or
Planning Commissioner to appeal the decision within fourteen calendar days.
Mervyn's Department Store, 20730 Stevens Creek Boulevard
• Mervyn's permanent emergency generator is disconnected due to construction activities. Tlic Fire
Department requires that one be available, so a temporary use permit is being issued liar a
temporary generator located outside at the rear of the building (see site plan and elevation). "I'lie
generator is 14 feet from the residential property lines to the south. There is a 9.5' masonry sound
wall at the property line.
The only issue is noise. Specifications indicate that the sound level (dBA) at 25 feet is 65dBA. 'flic
City's standard is 50 dBA nighttime and 60 dBA daytime. Although the level will be rcduccd 2-3
dBA's by the masonry wall, the noise level still would be exceeded,
Given the short time needed for the generator and the unlikeliness that it will be needed, staff is
approving a temporary permit. The Central Fire District affirms that there is adequate clearance
for vehicles.
Action
Approval with the following condition:
The temporary generator shall be removed in 30 days.
Enclosures:
Site Plan, elevation
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