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HomeMy WebLinkAboutASAC Minutes 07-17-1974CITY OF, GIiP R.TI `0, STATE OF C.';LJ I',1RNIA 10300 ?'rre Avenue, CupertI.rio, California 9`90`4 Telephone: 252_-4505 MiINWITES OF THE REGULAR. MEETING OF THE ARCHITECTURAL, AN) SITE APPROVAL COITTEE HELD ON JULY 17, 1974 IN THE COUNCIL {':it1MbE ?S, t CITY HALL, CUPERTINO, CALIFORNIA SALUTE TO THE FLAG The meeting was opened at 7:00 p.m. by Clha-+ -tea?oman Sallan with the Salute to the Flag. ROLL CALL Membersp are iemt;e_s present: Dressier, Koenitzer, 1<�g�rs, Cfeairc•m.��an Sal it Members absent: Weinstein Staff present: Senior Planning Technician. Kramer INFOR hL REVIEW OF PLANNED DEVELOPMENT USE PEPI'IT APPLICATION: 23-U--74 Alice Sic ri_st (J. Morelan) : To allow for ,:≥ pe.usiOI'l of the exis_ing shopping center, impro-cement of parkin.<> and planting areas, and the remodeling of exterior arcaiteetural style. Said property is located at 10215 South Saratoga - Sunnyvale Road. Committeerecommendations: ...Reduce end sofit support ...Remove walk at end of building and replace with. t]_anting ...Put mounding on Saratoga -Sunnyvale Road Valley Green Business Par's. Committee recommendations: ...Move Bldg. 3 back and have wide strip of landscaping ...Create a dr_ve,.ray soy Bldg. 3 will have entry to other two parking lots ...Architecture of Bldg. 3 should match exactly BId,E I and 2 HC --i]2 Page I v HC -112 Page 2 Minutes of 6/19/74 approved as submitted MINUTES OF THE JULY 17, 1974 H -CONTROL MEETING APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Minutes of June 19, 1974 Moved by Member Rogers, seconded by Member Dressler, to accept Minutes of June 19, 1974 as submitted. Motion carried, 3-u-1 Abstain: Koenitzer POSTPONEMENTS - None WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS - None ORAL COMMUNICATIONS - None No item will be initiated after 11:30 p.m. announced by Chairwoman Sallan. UNFINISHED BUSINESS: 1. Discussion of Sign Ordinance The Senior Planning Technician notcd the Planning Commission had expressed concern about suggestions an.d guidelines submitted by 11 -Control Committee. They felt there was not enough flexibility, and would like to see some modification in changing numbers of wording. She: referred to memo from staff dated July 15, 1974. The Planning Commission felt existing signs that were non -conforming should be given some leniency. It evolved that the Planning Commission was not aware a modification had been added that ASAC would not be initiating any sign changes to make them conforming. After discussion, it was agreed that items 1 and 2 on July 15, 1974 memo would be acceptable. With regard to item 3, a preface statement would be made. The ASAC as interested in seeing numbers remain the same, but would be amenable to wording change that would give applicants the feeling of flexibility around the numbers. Ms. Kramer said she had submitted names for technical advisors to the City Council; the Mayor will select technical and business. representatives. She gave the names and qualifications of the men whose names had been submitted. Chairwoman Sallan noted she hoped that selections would be as objective as possible. MINUTES OF THE JULY 17, 1974 H -CONTROL MEETING Chairwoman Sallan. announced she and Member Koenitzer would be the ASAC representatives, with Members Rogers and Weinstein being alternates. 2. Application HC -51,224.2 of Harold J. Bakke (Foothill Printing) requesting approval, of modification of archi- tecture for an addition to an existing building located at 10950 Blaney Avenue. Continued from the July 3, 1974 H -Control meeting. The Senior Planning Technician pointed out property located next to PG&E substation on Blaney Avenue. It is an inconspicuous building. An exhibit of proposed addition was displayed, Member Koenitzer inquired about landscaping, noting there was no planting in front of printing shop. Mr. Jim Brecht, 745 Distel Avenue, Los Altos, answered that the owner had said he would put in additional planting in front of shop. He was asked to bring i.n a definite plan for landscaping modification. A discussion was held as to when landscaping modification should be submitted. The hearing was opened for public comments. There were none. It was moved by Member Koenitzer, seconded by Member Rogers, to close Public Hearing. Motion carried, 4-0 Member Rogers moved to approve application HC --51,224.2 as submitted with the understanding that the applicant would return with plans for landscaping prior to completion of the project. Seconded. by Member Koenitzer. AYES: Members Dressler, Koenitzer, Rogers, Chairwoman Sallan NOES: None Motion carried, 4-0 Chairwoman Sailan advised the applicant this would now be heard by the City Council at its August 5, 1974 meeting. }iC-1 12 Page 3 HC -•51,224.2 Foothill Printing HC --51, 224.2 approved HC -112 Page 4 Dr. Kenneth E. Johnson - Change of Copy Change of copy approv- ed. H C-51,027. Security Pacific National Bank MINUTES OF THE JULY 1.7, 1974 H -CONTROL MEETING 3. Dr. Kenneth E. Johnson (Ad -Art, Inc.) requesting change of copy of an existing sign located at 20311 Stevens Creek Boulevard. Continued from the July 3, 1974 H -Control meeting. The Senior. Planning Technician pointed out location of building on Stevens Creek Boulevard between Vista Avenue and Saratoga -Sunnyvale Road. The application involves a change of copy for a ground sign and a wall sign for an existing office building. Slides were shown of building and existing signs. Ms. Kramer explained changes being requested. In answer to Member Koenitzer, it was noted that Russo and Associates now have signs at top and bottom of ground sign., but will only retain the bottom panel. Dr. Kenneth E. Johnson, 7069 Galli Drive, San Jose, agreed with Member Koenitzer that the lettering on proposed wall sign was not compatible with existing adjacent sign. He commented he was not adverse to having the lettering charged on his sign. The hearing was opened to public comments. There were none. It was moved by Member Koenitzer, seconded by Member Rogers, to close Pub Lic Hearings. Motion carried, 4-0 Member Koenitzer moved to recommend approval of sign changes for Dr. Kenneth E. Johnson as proposed with the pole sign bottom panel being removed, top panel placed ou bottom and new panel for Dr. Johnson being placed in top location. The word "Chiropractor" on building front is to match the size, style and color of lettering used in Karate Institute sign on building front. Seconded by Member Rogers. Motion carried, 4-0 Chairwoman Sallan advised the applicant his request had been approved. 4. Informal Sign Review of HC -51,027.141 Security Pacific National Bank. Continued from the July 3, 1974 H -Control meeting. The Senior Planning Technician noted the applicant had requested an informal hearing to discuss various sign. alternatives for the bank at the northeast corner of Saratoga -Sunnyvale Road and Pacifica Drive. She reviewed that. the applicant had been denied approval of ground sign, had decided it was a total sign program and appealed to the City Council who sent it back for further consideration by H -Control. 1_ MINUTES Or THE JULY 17, 1974 H -CONTROL MEETING The committee agreed to give advisory comments to the appii.caitt. Mr. Raymond H. Clar, 333 S. Hope Street, Los Angeles, said he would be delighted if they could arrive at agreeable sign program. He said they really felt the free standing ground sign was needed. Mr. Clark addressed the three items.used for disallowing the ground sign. (1) Total number of signs. 3 had originally been asked. for. Mr. Clark said on this proposal they are asking for two. The wall. sign on rear will be removed. The applicant pointed out their main concern is to have the building identified to traffic on Saratoga -Sunnyvale Road. The sign perpen- dicular to Saratoga -Sunnyvale Road will give this identification. It is a small sign, approximately 5'7" x 4' 5". The other sign would be a sign attached to the wall above the entrance. He pointed out a small directional sign on Pacifica Drive entrance into parking lot. (2) Condition of Planning Commission on Resolution 1254. Mr. Clark noted they have asked for a clearer definition from the Planning Commission. He asked for the committee to consider giving approval on this design with the condition that it be cleared by the Planning Commission. (3) Less than 210 linear feet of frontage. Mr. Clark pointed out with driveway and landscaped easement they have a total of 210 ft. Mr. Clark then referred to alternate plan: a sign on front and a sign on the side elevation. The only sign to south -bound traffic would be on front and since it is parallel would give them less exposure than is needed. The letters would be 16" high. The applicant pointed out they have made concessions, modified signs and tried to cooperate. He referred to signs of similar banking institutes which are in excess of those asked for by Security Pacific. Member Dressler ascertained they were allowed 154 sq. ft. and were asking for a total of 105 ft. including both -sides of free standing sign which would be about 2. Chairwoman Sallan pointed out there would still be the other two restraints. HC 112 Page 5 HC -?.1.2 Page 6 HC -51,230 .91 S&H Green Stamp .Store MINUTES OF THE JULY 1.7, 1974 H -CONTROL MEETING Mr. Clark asked if the committee approved of this sign program from an architectural standpoint that they approve it with the condition that Planning Commission would be agreeable. Chairwoman Sallan asked for clarification from staff. It was decided the committee could make a decision if they so desired. Member Dressler said the building looked like a bank. He noted the applicant had repeated logo and name of bank twice. Mr. Clark said they had done exhaustive marketing research and were well aware of the importance of proper identification. Member Koenitzer said he had no objection to signs as such. He would prefer to have Planning Commission clarification before. making a decision. Member Rogers agreed. Chairwoman Sallan said she would feel comfortable with sign program if Planning Commission made statement, if building sign on Highway 9 was removed and put on east elevation. As far as aesthetics of sign she could approve ground sign. She felt Planning Commission should make their state- ment, and then the application should come back to H -Control. The application agreed to this. PUBLIC HEARINGS 5. Application HC -51,230.91 of Ad -Art, :Inc. (S&H Green Stamp Store) requesting approval of a sign plan for the S & H Green Stamp Store located at the southwest corder of Homestead Road and Saratoga -Sunnyvale Road in the Homestead Square Shopping Center. Continued from the July 3, 1974 H -Control meeting. The Senior Planning Technician noted the applicant had done what was requested at previous meeting and was returning with modification. She compared the revised sign to the original proposal, pointing out changes made. Member. Koenitrer pointedout the logo still extended above roof. Chairwoman Sallan agreed the intent was to have logo come below roof line. Mr. Tool Frank, 1607 Terminal Ave._ San Jose, said the logo could be lowered. Member Koenitzer asked about the color of the roof tile. Ms. Kramer said staff had not checked this. Member. Koeiitzer reported there was a slight difference between PW roof and Payless roof, but a very marked difference between S & H and the others. MINUTES OF THE JULY 17, 1974 H -CONTROL METING In answer to Chairwoman Sallan, Ms. Kramer said there was 5 ft. between wood fascia and top of tile. Chairwoman Sallan questioned if logo had to be the full 5 ft. I'he hearing was opened to public comment. There were none. Member Koenitzer moved, seconded by Member Dressler, to close Public Hearings. Motion carried, 4-0 Member Koenitzer moved to recommend approval of HC -51,230.191 to the City Council with standard conditions and with the additional condition that the logo be reduced in height so that it fits within the 5 ft. height of tile roof of building. Seconded by Member Dressler. AYES: Members Dressler, Koenitzer, Rogers, Chairwoman Sallan NOES: None Motion carried, 4-0 Chairwoman Sallan advised the applicant this would- be- heard by . the City Council at its August 5, 1.974 meeting. A recess was called at 9:10 p.m. with the meeting reconvening at 9:23 p.m. 6. Application HC -51,332 of Ditz Crane requesting approval of site, architecture and landscaping for a. sound wall for the single-family development on Stevens Creek Boulevard east of Foothill Boulevard. The Senior Planning Technician noted the committee would not be reviewing anything involving site except the sound wall. Require- ments for tentative map approval were that a sound study be made. The required study determined that an 8 ft. high walled area would be needed on Stevens Creek Boulevard and along the rear property lines of the units located near Foothill Boulevard, and that two- story homes that front on the major streets would not be protected from noise so single story homes are recommended. HC -112 Page 7 HC -51,230 .191 approved w/ conditions HC --Si, 332 Dir.z Crane HC -112 MINUTES OF THE JULY 17, 1974 H -CONTROL MEETING Page 8 Ms. Kramer pointed out staff's concern regarding wall backing up to empty parcel on Stevens Creek Boulevard. Staff would recommend that the installation of that portion of the wall be deferred for a few months until General Plan has been adopted. The Senior Planning Technician pointed •out indicated location of walls on Exhibit A. The Stevens Creek Boulevard frontage will utilize a. combination of berming and the precast slumpstone wall. The berm will be at a 2:1 slope rising to a total of 2 ft. with the wall being 6 ft. The house will be set back from 15-20 ft. The Foothill Boulevard wall will be 6 ft. high with no berm. She said the applicant would return with landscaping plan. Chairwoman Sallan ascertained there was a 10 ft. distance from curb to wall. There would be 5 ft. of sidewalk and 5 ft. of landscaped area. Ms. Kramer referred to existing trees. A number of trees will have to be removed. She pointed out the few trees that were planned to be retained. It was agreed the committee would give input as sound wall :itself. to aesthetics of Mr. - Ed_ Kintz-,-230._Old-Adobe -Road, r ta_ y we Watsonville, said in answer , - Member Dressler that planting would not offer sufficient proteccion; a coGicrete wall_ was necessary. Chairwoman Sallan noted there should be maximum berming. The possibility of additional setback was discussed. Chairwoman Sallan had Mr. Kintz point out trees that could be saved. She suggested redesigning plan so that some of the trees along Stevens Creek Boulevard could remain. Mr. Kintz said trees were on City's right of way. Chairwoman Sallan suggested modifying plans by leaving out one house in order to retain more trees. Member Koenitzer pointed out several trees that could be saved without too much trouble. He asked why dirt was being shoveled where it didn't seem to need filling. Mr. Kintz said there was a tremendous amount of undulation and this was needed for drainage. Chairwoman Sallan suggested giving direction to staff and applicant as input. Ms. Kramer suggested condition that trees should be saved. Mr. Kintz said staff could be consulted before trees were removed. In answer to Chairwoman Sallan as to what power ASAC had to say which tree's would be saved if is meant a house would have to not be built, Ms. Kramer said they did not have that power at this point. Member Koenitzer said he would turn in map with remarks and asked the applicant to consider it. MINUTES OF THE JULY 17, 1974 1? -CONTROL MEETING After further discussion, the meeting was opened for public comment. There were none. Member Koenitzer moved, seconded by Member Rogers, to close Public Hearing. Motion carried, 4-0 Member Rogers moved for approval of application HC -51,332 with following conditions; (1) through (7) -- Standard conditions (8) That applicant review with staff map to be submitted by ASAC wherein are noted possibilities of saving specimen trees. (9) That the applicant shall install sound attenuation measures as outlined in the report entitled "Acoustical Study for the Proposed Montebello West Development" by.Edward L. Pack dated May 9, 1974 and addendum dated. (10) That houses built on lots 9, 10, 11, 24, 25, 32, and 33 be single story in height. (11) That the construction of the sound walls adjacent to lots 9, 10, 11, 12 and 24 shall be deferred until the Stevens Creek Plan Line is adopted by the City Council. (12) That the sound wall adjacent to lots 25 and 32 shall be deferred until the City Council adopts the Valley Floor Infilling Plan setting forth the land use type and intensity for the property fronting on Stevens Creek Boulevard between the existing service station and Janice Avenue. If the Valley Floor Infilling Plan designated the above described property as a commercial land use, the sound wall shallbe installed prior to occupancy of houses on lots 25 and 32. If the Valley Floor Infilling Plan designates the property for a residential land use at the same 'intensity as the Ditz Crane subdivision, the sound wall shall be deferred further to provide the City staff, the applicant, and the owner of the aforementioned parcel fronting on' Stevens Creek Boulevard to consider the feasibility of installing the sound wall adjacent to Stevens Creek Boulevard between Janice Avenue and the existing service station. . A final determination of the wall location shall be made prior to completion of the subject Ditz Crane subdivision. HC -112 Page 9 HC -1, 332 approved WI conditions HC -112 Page 10 HC -51,075 .38 AL'iI MINUTES OF THE JULY 17, 1974 H -CONTROL MEETING (13) That the applicant shall submit a landscaping plan for the Stevens Creek Boulevard frontage prior to City acceptance of the subdivision improvements. (14) That maximum amount of berm be put in sound barrier built so it will be put in to a total of 3 ft. Seconded by Member Koenitzer. AYES:' Members Dressler, Koenitzer, Rogers, Chairwoman Sallan NOES: None Motion carried, 4-0 Chairwoman Sallan advised the applicant this would be heard by the City Council at its August 5, 1974 meeting. 7. Application HC -51,075.38 of Vailco Park, Ltd. (A_NtI) requesting approval of site, architecture, landscaping, grading, lighting and signing for two. buildings (67 & 68) located west of Swallow Drive between Forge Drive and Homestead Road. The Senior Planning Technician noted this was anew office building in Vatico Park between two existing buildings. She refF_rrrd to site plan is packet. There will be aporoxirnatei_y 100,000 sq. ft. of industrial office space in addition to a parking garage which holds 425 cars and is approximately 139,240 sq. ft. It is to be a two-story structure and will be the administrative offices of AMI. She pointed out a Planning Commission condition that requires a 6 ft. berm be placed in front of garage to alleviate view of cars from the street. Ms-. Kramer described site; architecture and'landscaping. She pointed out walkway between existing ATNI and proposed building. Slides of the site were shown and of existing AMI buildings. A slide of outside storage at Litroni.x building was shown. Mr. Bill Tagg of Vallco Park said a letter had been written to them to clean up this area. I Mr. Phil Dixon, 1080 O'Brien, Menlo Park, said the walkway was placed to the center of the construction between the garage and the main building. He answered Member Dressler the reason for the 8 ft. dis- placement was for more sizable landscape screening. MINUTES OF THE JULY 17, 1974 H -CONTROL MEETING Mr. Dixon said there were no sidewalks on existing AMI site. Coordination between the two sites was discussed. In answer to Member. Koenitzer, Mr. Dixon said they are in compliance with requirements for access by handicapped and explained provisions being made. Chairwoman Sallan asked about provisions for bicycles. Mr. Dixon said there are none as yet, but he anticipated a number of employees would be using bicycle facilities. Member Koenitzer suggested something with a strong visual impact. Member. Dressler ascertained Dixon firm did not do other AMI build- ings as scale is so different. Color will be compatible. Footbridg has trapazoid shape and will be of adequate size. Covered walking areas are provided. Mr. Dixon said the height of railing around second level of garage was not raised for several reasons. He referred to sight line exhibit. There will be substantial landscaping and two major clusters of trees. Between distance and landscaping, the cars will be shielded from Homestead Road. From Swallow and -Forge even less of the cars will be seen. Chairwoman Sallan was answered by Mr. Dixon that raising railing another foot would give people the feeling of being boxed in. She did not think landscaping would do the job and suggested he consider raising the railing. Mr. Dixon said with tall berms and specimen trees landscaping would be at substantial height almost immediately. Chairwoman Sallan suggestedhe add the foot and trees and be doubly safe. Mr. Tagg said they had gone out of. their way to hide the cars. The redwood trees would be very dense. There are three rows of trees between public street and garage. The 3'6" railing is standard safety railing height. Member Dressler ascertained the railing would be of concrete construction. Member Koenitzer said he liked most of the landscaping, but would suggest a few more shrubs in front on Homestead Road side. Mr. Tagg said landscaping was being done by Mr. Painter, using same approach as around Unicorn. It has a lot of color where people will be walk- ing by to see it. Chairwoman Sallan said she did not think as much is being done by this plan as could be. She thought they might want to rework some shrub design along front of building as Homestead Road is a major frontage. Mr. Tagg agreed to confer with Mr. Painter on this. HC -112 Page 11 HC -112 Page 12 MINUTES CF THE JULY 17, 1974 H -CONTROL MEETING The grading is satisfactory. The Lighting will be 15 ft. standards including pedestal. Member Dressler ascertained upper tier will be illuminated at night. Chairwoman Sallan questioned any intrusion to homes across Homestead Road. Mr. Dixon said there would only be three standards that could he seen from Homestead Road. The others will be behind the building. Mr. Tagg pointed out these standards are the same as used at the last six developments in Valico Park. With regard to signing, snapshots of existing signs were distributed. Member Koenitzer asked if existing sign on other building would be taken out. Mr. Barrow of AMI said they had not decided. The main sign is in front of existing building. There may be something smaller in front of this building denoting them as corporate offices. Chair -- woman Sallan suggested ccntinuing signing until the applicant has decided on signing program. Mr. Tagg said there are only about 75 sq. ft. on each side which is 1½%. He would like to apply for this one, but if they feel strongly will accept a condition. Member Dressler said be liked the sign but suggested perhaps it need not be 10 ft. Mr. Tagg suggested there could be is 10 ft. sign and one at 7 ft. on Homestead Road. The other sign • s in Santa Clara. f � r{CI �-51,075.38 acproved w/ f conditions { The.acsmnittee agreed the sign was aesch.etically satisfactory. The hearing was opened for comments from the public. There were none. Member Koenitzer moved to close Public Hearings. Seconded by Member Dressler. Motion carried, 4-0 Member Dressler moved to recommend approval of HC -51,075.38 to City Council, subject to standard conditions, and the following additional conditions: (1) 'That the architect investigate walkway plan between AMI buildings across the street and line of walkways for employees with a minimum of exposure to roadway and parking lot traffic. (2) To insure that bicycle racks are included•in parking provisions. (3) That the City staff review project after completion for visual intrusion and light intensity for both building and parking lot with the provision that changes or recommendations can be made by the City staff. MINUTES OF THE JULY 17, 1974 H -CONTROL MEETING (4) That additional shrubbery be placed along Homestead Road frontage for low profile planting. (5) That per gentlemen's agreement project will have two signs upon completion of this project, being that one sign will bthe 10 ft. sign as included in the exhibit and that the second sign will be an existing 7 ft. sign located on one of the other buildings. (6) To compliment applicant on cooperation and planning. Seconded by Member Koenitzer. Motion carried, 4-0 Chairwoman Sallan advised the applicant this would be at the August 5, 1974 meeting of the City Council. Chairwoman Sallan then pointed out that any items not heard before the 11:30 p.m. cutoff point would be placed first on the agenda of the next meeting. 8. Application HC -51,075.37 of The Westfield Company (Chris Marchese) requesting approval of site, architecture, land- scaping, grading and lighting for a building located at the northwesterly corner of Pruneridge Avenue and Tantau Avenue. The Senior Planning Technician pointed out the building is located in the Vallco Park area. It is a single story building. The committee had earlier requested the easterlymost curb -cut on Pruneridge Avenue be closed. The Planning Commission requested that the westerly driveway be terminated, providing that a joint driveway could be arranged between the Hewlett-Packard development and the subject parcel sometime in the future. The applicant had complied with these provisions as indicated on Exhibit A. There are no sidewalks but are walkways leading into building. Site plan provides for approximately 25 ft. of landscaped area along the Pruneridge and Tantau Avenue frontages. There perimeter land- scaped areas for the rear and side include 5 ft. and 6 ft. minimums. Building meets all of the setback requirements stipulatedin the light industrial zone. HC -112 Page 13 BC -'-51,073.37 The Westfield Company iir;_112 MINUTES OF THE JULY 17, 1974 H -CONTROL MEETING Page 14 Ms. Kramer described the architecture. She referred to the air conditioning equipment in middle of roof, noting the applicant should comment on meta]_ screening of the unit. With regard to landscaping, the existing planting scheme along Pruneridge Avenue consists of a flat area with a berm set at approxi- mately 10 ft. in back of curb. The flat portion is used for planting of street trees. The applicant is proposing to mound the entire area which will break the continuity of the planting on the street. The staff suggested that 10 ft. of flat area be provided for street trees and mounding on the remaining 15 ft. The applicant is proposing to use three types of lighting. One will be a 35 ft. parking light standard in the eastern and western parking areas, another will be a wall mounted light along the rear portion of the building •and the third will, be a decorative light on the front wall of the building. In response to Member Koenitzer as to height of standards being approved in Valico Park, Ms. Kramer said the last application was for a .15 ft. standard and there had been some 20 ft. standards approved. member Koenitzer noted there were no sign plans sub-mitted. Mr. Blair, 20622 Debra Avenue, Saratoga, said the light pole had been lowered to O ft. With regard driveway, , the Planning Commis :Lon was questioning the fact that hiewlett -.Packard had a driveway close to this driveway; however, Hewlett-Packard does not have one which alleviated that concern. In answer to Chairwoman Sallan's suggestion to decrease sidewalk, Mr. Blair said a nominal number of people would be using it so they would be happy to have the additional landscaping area. Member Rogers agreed this was a better arrangement. Member Koenitzer said a 5 ft. sidewalk would be sufficient, noting he would like to see sidewalks around as he felt more people would be walking and provision should be made for it. Member Roger, asked about bicycle racks. Mr. Blair said this could be worked out. Member Dressier noted in most industrial areas, t:he people who rent the buildings provide this for their employees. Member Koenitzer said he would rather see this provided for now. Chairwoman Sallan suggested a policy statement that this committee would like to have bicycle racks provided. Mr. Blair said they would be included. In answer to Member Dressler, Mr. Tom Masters, 1671 The Alameda, San Jose-, described r-ai-s-ed-planters and _displayed -render . $s ------ MINUTES .OF THE JULY 17, 1974 H -CONTROL MEETING Member Koenitzer asked about the dog house on the roof. Mr. Masters pointed out where it would be placed. Member Koenitzer said he would rather not see anything showing. This s'iould be screened and hidden beneath the roof line. Mr. Masters said it would be similar in color and form as to what was done on the wall. Due to setback would have minimal impact from eye level on the street. Member Rogers ascertained it would be 3 ft. above parapet. Chairwoman Sallan said although it would be 50 ft. from edge of the building, she would prefer to see it totally screened. Mr. Masters said the wall would have to be raised 3 ft. and this would ruin proportions of the building. Ways of screening the air conditioning equipment were discussed. Chairwoman Sallan suggested incorporating in the building, noting it should have been caught at an earlier review. It is the City's policy not to have to look at it. Mr. Blair said there are two buildings that are complete and the air conditioning equipment is hidden. This building is being built on speculation. He explained there might not be a need for air conditioning, dependent on its use. After further discussion, Chairwoman Sallan suggested approving it conditionally. It was unfair to put ASAC in the position of having to approve something that isn't generally approved, that of having the screening above the roof. Mr. Blair suggested if it is out of view and they could convince staff of that, this would be satisfactory. If they had to provide screening, they would come back for approval. Mr. Masters said for all practical purposes, it is hidden. Member Koenitzer noted there were no proposals for signs. The building has strong architectural image and sign plan is something ASAC should have now and not later. Mr. Blair said not knowing if there would be one or two tenants, their intent was to come in with sign presentation corresponding to number of tenants in the building. Member Koenitzer reiterated it is a Planned Development and he would like to see some plans at this time and not at a later date. Mr. Masters said there was no place for a sign on the building; it would have to be a free standing sign. HC -412 Page 15 HC -112 Page 16 HC -51,075.37 approved w/ conditions MINUTES OF THE JULY 3.7, 19 74 H -CONTROL MEETING Chairwoman Sallan said they could come in with schematic plan. It should be considered at this time so they could give input to them. She would like to see this done for all applications that come in without sign plans. Chairwoman Sallan noted the 10 ft. flat area on east side was to be 5 ft. of sidewalk and 5 ft. of landscaping. She .ascertained there would be mounding to maximum of 3½ ft. Her rain concern was the hiding of cars. She noted there was grass along major frontages with street trees and olive trees. She was concerned that zero mounds with street trees would leave gaping places. Mr. Masters said there was some shrubbery. Chair- woman Sallan said there was plenty of room for shrubbery to fill in on mounding. Mr. Masters pointed out neither of the two buildings across the street have. the 5 ft. to 10 ft. mounding, but they had no objections to having it. They felt the breaks would break up the long continuous line of mounding. Chairwoman Sallan suggested they switch their plans as the continuous should be around the parking area. Member Koenitzer said he liked the idea. of variation in. mounds. The applicant could lust add 3 or 4 shrubs on eastern side at two breaks in the. mound. Mr. Masters agreed %T-ith this. With regard to lighting, Chairwoman Sallan suggested their move pole standards into planter. Mr. Blair said this would wipe out about 80% of lighting effectiveness. Mr. Masters za:ld it would interfere with function oflightwhich is for safety of employees. Member Koenitzer suggested they investigate possibility of turning fixture so standard is perpendicular. Mr. Blair said they would. The hearing was opened to public comment. There were none. Member Koen:itzer moved, seconded by Member Dressier, to close Public. Hearings. Motion carried, 4-0 Member Dressler moved to recommend approval of application HC -51, 075.37 to th.e City Council, subject to standard conditions and Exhibits A, B, B -1, B-2, C, E, E-1 with following additional conditions: (1) That the project include planning for bicycle racks. (2) _Re3_ative to the air condJ fi •_caning as discussed, that the appIi- cant re.,%rcw light -of -sigh:: required and insure that the aii. conditioning and screeninm of air conditioning equipment will not be seen from any of the public streets at eye level.. MINUTES OF THE JULY 17, 1974 H --CONTROL MEETING (3) Reduce sidewalk leading easterly of the parking lot in width from 1.0 ft. to 5 ft. and include 5 ft. of landscap- ing comparable with the plan. (4) That the applicant review the light standard in the park- ing lot to the east and investigate locating standard in tie planter. (5) Subject to the mounding in front of project that the applicant add shrubbery to insure that the parking lot is. adequately screened from the street and. provide breaks in the mounding in front of building to provide vision of the building and to provide 10 ft. setback on mounding from the curb. (6) Staff to review lighting of project after installation to insure that the intensity is not too extreme. (7) To compliment architect and. builder. Seconded by Member Rogers. AYES: Members Dressler, Koenitzer, Rogers, Chairwoman Sallan NOES: None Motion carried, 4-0 Chairwoman Sallan advised the applicant this would be heard by the City Council at its August 5, 1974 meeting. Chairwoman Sallan noted it was now past the cut-off time. Mr. Paige, Stoneson Development Corporation, the next item on the agenda, asked to speak. He said the same points were gone over and over at great length on each application, becoming very redun- dant and taking up hours of time. He suggested guidelines be published by the Planning Department, listing what H -Control wanted on each phase of the application. Chairwoman Sallan pointed out there was a landscaping guideline. She understood his frustration as the committee shared them. Mr. Paige pointed out these delays were costing developers thousands of dollars. The Senior Planning Technician said it would cause a delay of about 5 weeks for Stoneson Development Corporation as they could not be issued a foundation permit without approval by this committee. She explained why it was not on at beginning of the meeting with rest of continued applications. After discussion, the committee agreed to hear this application. HC -112 Page 17 HC -112 MINUTES OF THE JULY 77, 1974 H -CONTROL MEETING HC -51,283.4 Stones on Development Corporation I'C-51, 283.4 app roved 9. Application HC -51,283.4 of Stoneson Development Corporation (The Oaks Shopping Center) requesting approval of modification of architecture for a proposed theatre facility located at the northwest corner of Mary Avenue and Stevens Creek Boulevard. Continued from the July 3, 1.974 H -Control meeting. The modifications proposed for the theatre were displayed. Mr. Paige noted they were back to what had originally been approved by this committee. The Senior Planning Technician pointed out the concern of the committee had been with seeing a wood siding treatment or. the upper half of the building and a trellis along the bottom half. Mr. Paige pointed out on the exhibit the treatment being proposed. In answer to Member Dressler, Mr. Paige said they had lowered the roof and eliminated outriggers. The outriggers were architectural adornments. Member Koenitzer felt the texture got away from the warehouse look. Chairwoman Sallan said she liked the outriggers and was sorry to see it modified. She referred to statement that the committee was con- cer:ned about height. She. preferred higher building with original aesthetic style. Member Koeni`;:zer said he felt the revised proposal i was what they had asked for. After further discussion, the .hearing was opened to comments from the public. There were none. It was -moved by Member Koenitzer, seconded by Member Dressler, to close Public Hearings. Motion carried, 4-•O Member Koenitzer moved to recommend approval oz HC -51,283.4 to the. City Council with the standard conditions and exhibit B-2, 3rd Revision. Seconded by Member Rogers. AYES: Members Dressler, Koenitzer, Rogers, Chairwoman Sallan NOES: None !lotion cerrie d, 4--0 The applicant was advised this would be heard by the City Council at -it$- ugust 5 --J_974 meeti.ngT MINUTES OF THE JULY 17. 1974 H -CONTROL MEETING The applicant expressed appreciation to staff and complimented them on doing an excellent job. 10. Application HC -51,259.8 of Portal Plaza Shopping Center requesting approval of a landscaping plan for Phase I othe modification to existing shopping center located on the northeast corner of Portal Avenue and Stevens Creek Boulevard. This item was continued to the next meeting. NEW BUSINESS Member Dressler reported he would be teaching a class at San Jose on Wednesday nights between September and December. He inquired as to the proper procedure for this absence. Staff is to check. Member Rogers moved for a Minute Order that facilities for bicycle racks be considered as a. matter of course by each applicant. Seconded by Member Dressler. Motion carried, 4-0 Member Rogers moved for a Minute Order that each applicant be made aware beforehand that his presentation to 11 -Control should include signing which is compatible architecturally with his building, whether or not he has tenants. Seconded by Member Koenitzer. Motion carried, 4-0 Chairwoman Sallan noted the planting had not been done at Don's Burgers. Ms. Kramer said he was doing the work himself and was slow. Final inspection has not been done. Chairwoman Sallan noted the dipsey dumpster at Goodyear on Saratoga - Sunnyvale Road northerly of Freeway 280 was filled with old tires. Member Koenitzer pointed out plants at Payless have extended out into parking lane and new cars are parking out into traffic lane Enforcement of parking regulations in private areas is something that should be considered. Member. Dressler referred to bulletin board in Council Chambers, suggesting something more attractive might be installed. The committee agreed this was not a very aesthetic arrangement. HC -112 Page 19 HC -51,259.8 Portal Plaza continued to next meeting MINUTE ORDER MINUTE ORDER Don's Burgers Goodyear Payless plants into parking lane Bulletin Board C.. 132 'se 20 MINUTES OF TFIE JULY 11, L974 ii --CONTROL MEETING Chairwoman Sailan reported she would he on vacation for three weeks starting August 7. She would like the packet if possible so she could submit her input in writing. ADJOURNMENT At 12:10 a.m. Member Dressler moved for adjournment to next regular meeting on August 7, 1974 at 7:00 p.m. Seconded by Member Rogers. Motion carried, 4-0 ATTEST ; Is/ Wm. E. Ryder. City Clerk _._ ..._ APPROVED: Is ,/ C. Nancy Sallan Cairwoman