HomeMy WebLinkAboutASAC Minutes 09-04-1974CITY OF CUPERTINO, STATE OF CALIFORNIA
10300 Torre Avenue, Cupertino, California 95014
Telephone: 252-4505
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR 1,rETING OF THE ARCHITECTURAL AND SITE APPROVAL
CO1ITTEE HELD ON SEPTE'D3ER 4, 1974 IN THE LIBRARY CONFERENCE ROOM,
CITY HALL, CUPERTINO, CALIFORNIA
The meeting was opened at 7:09 P.M. by Chairwoman Sallan.
ROLL CALL
Members present: Members Dressler, Koenitzer, Rogers, Weinstein
Chairwoman Sallan
Members absent: None
Staff present: Senior Planning Technician Toby Kramer
The Senior Planning Technician reported Bullock's was requesting a
slight modification to their building. Mr. Ward displayed plans
which showed a change being made to the store's entrances. There
had been a straight angle for canopy; were now planning to round end
of canopy. Mr. Ward did not know the reason for the change.
After discussion, a Minute Order was proposed by Member Dressler to
accept modification to Bullock's store entrance as presented.
Seconded by Member Weinstein.
AYES: Members Dressler, Weinstein, Chairwoman Sallan
NOES: Members Koenitzer and Rogers
Motion carried, 3-2
Chairwoman Sallan thanked Ms. Kramer for response to her questions.
She urged other committee members to submit their concerns to the
staff by this procedure.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
Minutes of July 3, 1974
Moved by Member Koenitzer, seconded by Member Rogers, to continue
approval of Minutes of July 3, 1974 until the next regular meeting.
Motion carried, 5-0
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MINUTE ORDER
Bullock's
modification
approved
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Minutes of
7/17/74
app ro v -e d -a
amended
Minutes of
8/7/74
approved as
amended
Minutes of
8/9/74
approved as
amended
1MINUTES OF THE SEPTEMBER 4, 1974 H -CONTROL MEETING
Minutes of July 17, 1974
unairwoiia2i word on last line o pa page should be
"objective" rather than "subjective".
On page 6, paragraph 4, Chairwoman Sallan wanted the phrase added to
first sentence, "if building sign on Highway 9 was removed and put on
east elevation."
On page 13, second line should read "frontage for lower profile
planting."
Moved by Member Koenitzer, seconded by Member Dressler, to approve
Minutes of July 17, 1974 as amended.
Motion carried,4-O-1
Abstain: Weinstein
Lnutes of August 7, 1974
ie second paragraph on page .11 should be eliminated.
)ved by Member Dressler, seconded by Member Koenitzer, to approve
irut-es�f August -7, asam n ems— — —
Motion carried, 3-0-2
Abstain: Rogers, Sallan
Minutes of August 9, 1974
On page 6, first paragraph, Member Dressler said his proposal was
to ask the City Council to review Member Rogers' resignation and
events leading up to it, then interview Member Rogers before acting
on it.
Moved by Member Dressler, seconded by Member Weinstein, to approve
Minutes of August 9, 1974 as amended.
MINUTES OF THE SEPTEMBER 4, 1974 H -CONTROL MEETING
Minutes of August 21, 1974
On page 8, last paragraph, Member Dressler wished the word "terracotta!
in line 3 replaced with the word "proposed".
Moved by Member Koenitzer, seconded by Member Weinstein, to approve I
Minutes of August 21, 1974 as amended.
Motion carried, 4-0-1
Abstain: Rogers
POSTPONEMENTS
The Senior Planning Technician reported item 11, Brentwood Market,
had requested a continuation to the next meeting. It was so moved.
WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
Letter from S.H.A.R.E. regarding landscaping at Bumbleberry
Restaurant.
Letter from Mr. Michael Stout about proposed Westfield construction.
Member Weinstein introduced newspaper clipping from the Palo Alto
regarding Palo Alto sign ordinance change. Staff is to make copies
for committee. It was suggested these also be distributed to Sign
Review Committee.
OPAL COMMUNICATIONS
Member Dressler wished the minutes to contain comment by Mr. Heidrik,
president of Bullock's. Mr. Heidrik noted one of the Bullock's stores,
had no signing at all and it had not effected their business adversely.
Chairwoman Sallan then noted there was a very heavy agenda and while
the committee will try to process as many applications as possible,
there would be no item initiated after 11:30 p.m.
Member Koenitzer commented that since the point was raised at last
meeting about related items, although items 4 and 5 of tonight's
agenda were related, if it looked like time was short, he would
rather hear item 6 before item 5, since item 6 was a continuation.
The committee agreed.
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Minutes of
8/21/74
approved as
amended
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H - 3l, l , 340.1
Al Firenzi
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PUBLIC HEARINGS:
architecture, landscaping, grading, lighting and signing for a
Drexel. Furniture Store located southerly of and adjacent to
Stevens Creek Boulevard approximately 400 ft. easterly of the
intersection of Stevens Creek Boulevard and Blaney Avenue.
Continued from H -Control meeting of August 21, 1974.
Staff report: The Senior Planning Technician located property and
described adjacent properties. The use permit approval specified
the building location and the perimeter setbacks. 126 parking spaces
are required by ordinance; since furniture store is low intensity use,
applicant was allowed to provide only 80 spaces. Spaces cannot be
reduced further however.
A -condition- of approval reque-sted adamant- to -agre€ -to- pa-rtizipa.te-
in a reciprocal driveway and parking easement in the future when
property to east is developed. Setback for eastern boundary measures
only 4 ft. Since adjoining property will probably be commercial, the
joint parking and driveway will not necessitate the need for much
Instead of meandering sidewalk for the Stevens Creek frontage, leading
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side of driveway leading from the street to the main entrance.
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j Ms, Kramer pointed out the configuration of building front was changed
slightly. The archways are being moved out and walkway provided along
front of the store. The entrance into building will be in the middle
zap the -store.{
With regard to landscaping, a major concern is for property line
adjacent to the single-family homes.- A combination of Monterey pines
and shrubs is being proposed.
In response to a query raised about a break through to Fisherman's
Village property, Ms. Kramer said the City Council did not feel it
was necessary to have one. '
The sign proposed is 12 ft. 9 inches in height and has a total of
106.5 sq. ft. Architectural element ties in with building. It is
Mr. Alan Firenzi, 2147 Junipero Serra, Daly City, --answered Member
Weinstein that there was nosidewalkfrom- parking lottobuild-in-g
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can nark at entrance and that is the usual number at any one time
for a furniture store.
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In response to Member Weinstein, Mr. Firenzi said they had decided
to give up showroom space and provide portico. People could walk
under portico and look at displays in windows.
Chairwoman Sallan ascertained there was no walkway plan. Mr. Firenzi
said if it was necessary at a later date, they would use rear door.
Only employees would be using rear door for now. Chairwoman Sallan
also ascertained that buyers would not be carrying furniture out.
Chairwoman Sallan suggested more landscaping since applicant feels
parking allowance is considerably more than needed: Ms. Kramer
said it could be another type of store at a future time so the City
would prefer to keep spaces. Planned Development zoning does allow
developers to go 10% under ordinance.
Member Rogers questioned slope up ramp. Mr. Terry Lofrano, 305 Grant
Avenue, San Francisco, said the slope was 6 inches. This is approach
to portico; slope will allow rain to run off. Member Koenitzer
ascertained it allow use by the handicapped.
The addition of sidewalk from parking lots was discussed. Mr. Lofranc
said a sidewalk would have to be at the expense of landscaping.
Member Rogers suggested changing some of the parking spaces to
compact car size to pick up enough space for stepping stones.
Chairwoman Sallan suggested moving pad back 5 feet. Ms. Kramer
explained this could not be done; she referred to condition 17 of
use permit approval.
Chairwoman Sallan asked staff if there could be prepared a report
of what was done in response to committee suggestions at preliminary
reviews.
With regard to architecture, Member Koenitzer said he did not think
the architecture went with the quality of the furniture. Member
Weinstein felt the architecture was decent.
In response to Chairwoman Sallan, Mr. Lofrano explained the materials
and configuration of proposed building. The colors will be very •close
to those in exhibit. He answered her concern about arch treatment
and noted a vine will be trained to go between arches and over the
arches. The building will be covered to a large extent'by plantings.
Member Dressler said he liked the architecture of the building.
It was requested that samples of materials be provided and Mr. Lofran;
said these would be sent down.
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Care and maintenance for preservation of existing evergreen tree was
discussed.
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Member Koenitzer noted the London plane tree was deciduous; also
on the south side of building and east property line wera all
evergreen variety used. The applicant said he would be happy to
have suggestions.
Member Koenitzer said the front needed some -shrubs. Something
higher than star jasmine was needed in parking lot areas. Chair-
woman Sallan noted this was particularly true since there was
only 4 ft. of landscaping.
Member Rogers suggested replacing star jasmine with raphiolepis
, on east boundary and replacing raphiolepis with something taller.
Mr. Lofrano said having a 3 ft. high shrub and medium height tree
would spoil effect being planned. Mr. Firenzi said they would be
happy to follow any suggestions.
In answer to Chairwoman Sallan, Mr. Lofrano said the guidelines had
beer. used.
Chairwoman Sallan expressed concern about junipers. Member Weinstein
suggested the junipers be interspersed with some taller shrub.
Concern was expressed by Chairwoman Sallan that 3 foot mound and
something on border of parking area.
The grading was noted to be satisfactory.
t 6 Member Koenitzer referred to lighting at Fisherman's Village and
-suggested these -standards should be-lowe-r-ed to. .12 feet also.._mr.
Lofrano said the lower the standard the more standards needed.
They were hoping to give uniform lighting throughout the parking
lot for the sake of safety.
After further discussion, the applicant agreed to place lights in
accordance with staff instructions.
The applicant said the
fixture
was a square box
type on
pole of
dark anodized or black
color.
Ms..Kramer notedit
was
the same
as at Fisherman's Village.
Chairwoman,-Sallan said
she was
uncomfortable approving
something
without seeing it. The
applicant said he would
submit
another
exhibit of it for City€ouncil-consideration.
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Member Koenitzer said the sign was in line with size and height
that has been discussed. He questioned blue and light intensity.
Mr. Lofrano said there was no exact specification on sign as yet.
In answer to Member Weinstein, Mr. Firenzi explained relationship
of Suburban House and Drexel Heritage and why both were included
on the sign. Member Weinstein said he was concerned about height
of sign. Mr. Lofrano said the sign was prototypical of company
and had been proportionately shrunk down. Member Weinstein felt
the sign could be reduced to 10 feet. Mr. Lofrano pointed out
how far under sign allowance they are already.
Member Dressler felt the sign could be left at 12 feet 9 inches
but have the intensity reviewed after installed. Member Koenitzer
agreed. Chairwoman Sallan felt it would be a mistake to cut legs
off; this is what is wrong with Bob's Big Boy sign. It would be
possible to explore decreasing entire sign proportionately since
building is only 20 feet and sign would be 12 feet 9 inches.
The hearing was opened for public comments. There were none.
Member Rogers moved, seconded by Member Koenitzer, to close the
Public Hearing.
Motion carried, 5-0
Member Koenitzer moved to recommend approval of application
HC -51,340.1 to the City Council with the exhibits A, B, C and
E, standard conditions and the following special conditions:
(1) That some kind of evergreen tree be used in place of
the London plane trees proposed on east and south sides
of building.
(2) That taller shrubs replace the star jasmine in the park-
ing lot area; as a suggestion, use raphiolepis.
(3) That the raphiolepis on the eastern boundary be replaced
with a plant that grows 4 feet to 5 feet high.
(4) That two or three of the junipers in the front area be
replaced by another plant that grows between one foot
and two feet taller than the junipers; these plants to
be near but not under sign location.
(5) That 12 foot lighting standards be used in the packing
area.
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Public Hearing
closed __
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HC -51,340.1
approved w/
conditions
MINUTES OF THE SEPTEMBER 4, 1974 Ii -CONTROL MEETING
(6) That this committee shall have the- option of _reviewing sign
lighting intensity at a future date.
(7) That the staff review lighting intensity and the proposed
number of standards to insure adequate lighting.
(8) That prior to the issuance of a grading permit, the appli-
cant shall have a statement prepared by a certified land-
scape architect describing what measures will be taken to
protect the tree during the grading and construction on
the site and that adequate provision will be made to
maintain the tree once the project is completed.
(9) That staff review colors to assure they match plans as
shown on exhibit B of architectural rendering.
Seconded by Member Rogers.
AYES: Members Dressler, Koenitzer, Rogers, Chairwoman Sallan
NOES: Member Weinstein
5
Member Weinstein said he had voted no because of sign height.
This application will be heard by the City Council at its
September 16 meeting.
At 9:00 p.m. a recess was taken, with meeting reconvening at 9:13 p.m.
HC -51,333.2 # 2. Application HC -51,333.2 of John A. Sobrato (Valley Green Business
Valley Green Park) requesting approval of site, architecture, landscaping,
Business Park grading and lighting for an industrial office complex located
adjacent to and northerly of Valley Green Drive approximately
350 feet westerly of Saratoga -Sunnyvale Road. Continued from
H -Control meeting of August 21, 1974.
Staff report: The Senior Planning Technician noted this application
is part of a planned development reviewed earlier. There are four
parcels__ involved__ These were to te_d_ou exhibits The p-lan-was_
revises to show di ferent configuration of buildings Recommendations
The construction will be in two phases. Phase 1 will include Bldgs.
1 and 3, and the appropriate parking areas; Phase 1I will be bldg 2
MINUTES OF THE SEPTEMBER 4, 1974 H -CONTROL MEETING
The committee must decide the amount of site improvement necessary
for Phase I. Plans indicate landscaping on Valley Green Drive
will be installed at later date except portion between the curb
and meandering sidewalk. The point was raised about landscaping
being destroyed during later construction.
The slumpstone wall will screen delivery area. It should be of
same appearance as building so it will blend with building.
Member,Koenitzer referred to existing trees on site. These should
be preserved with care and maintenance during construction.
Chairwoman Sallan ascertained the grading will be relatively
uniform between this site and adjacent sites.
With regard to lighting, 14 feet standards will be used in the
parking lot area and 10 foot standards will be used at driveway
entrances.
There are no signs proposed on buildings at this time. Will bring
overall sign program in with mini -storage application.
Member Koenitzer questioned walkway to Steak & Ale. Ms. Kramer
pointed out pedestrian access.
Chairwoman Sallan noted this committee had suggested access be
provided between Bldgs. 2 and 3. The Senior Planning Technician
said this had been considered but was not incorporated.
Member Koenitzer questioned two curb cuts so close together. He
suggested having one that would split into the two parking lots.
Member Weinstein asked about car space ratio.
Mr. John Sobrato, 2775 Middlefield Road, Palo Alto, pointed out
raised concrete sidewalks to allow people to go through parking
lot to restaurant. Chairwoman Sallan asked how parking lot path
would be delineated. Mr. Sobrato said textured painted terracotta
could be used.
In answer to Chairwoman Sallan, Mr. Sobrato described drivers'
access to different areas of site.
In answer to Member Koenitzer's concern, Mr. Sobrato said the curb
cuts had been discussed at length. There must be a separate proper-
ty line. They have trouble policing parking lots unless there is a
clear delineation of parking lots for each tenant.
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in answer to Membar Weinstein, Hr. Sobrato pointed out location of
compact car spaces. He explained. reasoning behin-d -ratio-o€ spaces -.-
In answer to Chairwoman Salhaa, Mfr. Sobrato said there would be a
6 toe-t-te-8 foot -trL- h-slurtone--wall from building This -
wi .. screen any truck activity tam the restaurant.
There
will be
landscaping with trees on both sides of the wall.
Member Koenit:zer stated Bldg. 3 should pick up more architectural
elements of Bldgs. 1. and 2. Arch panels on Bldg. 3 would provide
a. more coherent appearance. Mr. Sobrato said they had tried to
copy radius point of the two designs. They had tiled to give each
tenant a feeling of individuality while being of the same theme.
He pointed out similarities and noted all three roofs are of
Miss -ion the
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Chairwoman. Sallannoted the elevation past which people will be
driving to Steal, & ale should -be - given gpe-ciai-crsnsi.dei-ation as
I it will have a lot of visibility. Mr. Sobrato said there would
be. a 10 foot landscaping area along there.
A,fr. Sobrato acswerea chairwoman dTlan that F_t.C',7. 2C7ou.L I net be
„ They will e petting
cons ru t?d for ti',3�tsJY1c 7t?_It or years. )aS. t.:1
t i 2 will ..
In entire mall area: _3_Yl ! t E _ Cip3 i g f'}11 3} C1g. _.. Site w2 � be
Left inorchard but landscaping t the .,mar and idewalk will ha
placed in now.
In -answer to Member Rogers, Mr. Sobrato.said that any landscaping that would
not be affected. byconstructionwould be put in between Bldgs. 2
Chairwoman Sallan noted the frontage along Bldg. 3 is very important.
She suggesteci a low growth_ pattern under trees. Mr. Sobrato agreed.
Chairwoman Sallan said she did not like junipers and felt xyioswa
should be continued. The applicant agreed.
In answer to Chairwoman Salian, lir. Sobrato said the tree in the corner
was lik a -miniature- -w liocw tree. -I-t was- sugges-ted-having- xylosma
all along the wall,
Mr. Sobrato said they ?@ ht have to ho PiRtIng tres. jE. explaJ.li.'
said s d y damaged pioiits ioultd be replaced
tl.E)T.'' damage rl,1 �b �. occur, but.`'.ti
Chairwoman
airwamat:t Sa.11an said the TaIzid ice: *'{fig `5pear$d--t:o-be trees -wit -h- --_-
1 ,.1 Y'il fl b:nxes . Mr.
no ottler greener'-' IL ,t ttt.0 c �. C�i�i"a(-C) C.;�'ps<;1�'lE: t.l.i�.-
[ , � rx.`? only a prof_ LT ;.nary pl a.n . Thone Islands
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can be filled with anything; they usually used cobblestones since
the plantings are stepped on by people getting in and out of cars.
It was suggested curbing to alleviate this problem.
Member Koenitzer said there should be at least one or two other
lights in rear. Mr. Sobrato said they anticipated lights in soffit'',
to flood building. Bldgs. 2.and 3 can have lights on building
since they will not be invading residential area. Member Koenitzer,
felt the committee had a responsibility to think of these things
while there was a choice. Mr. Sobrato pointed out the buildings
would not be in use after 5:00 p.m.
After further discussion, it was decided the committee would
condition and review at second building phase.
The light fixture was described.
Chairwoman Sell -an noted the committee's concern for having con-
ceptual sign program at time of buildings. Mr. Sobrato said he
would envision lowmonument signs being used. An overall sign
schema is being developed for entire planned development.
In answer to Member Koenitzer, Ms. Kramer said she did not think
Bldg. 3 had the necessary frontage on a major street to qualify
for a ground sign. Member Koenitzer referred to problem of sign-
ing for mini -storage. He would like to see a total sign program.
Mr. Jim LeDeit, representing owner of planned development property,
said they had.gone through a conceptual program. Mini -storage
will have sign at end of 35 foot driveway. This will be a direc-
tional sign for mini -storage, Steak & Ale and commercial develop-
ment in 2a acre area. Bldgs. 1. and 2 will have monument type
signs and a building sign for Bldg. 3. One of the conditions
of the Planning Commission on parcel map was to leave it open
for monument signs. Ms. Kramer pointed out they did not want
a proliferation of ground signs. Mr. Sobrato said there would be
two ground signs on 8 acres.
Chairwoman Sallan expressed concern about signs on building. The
committee needs to know where it is intended to place them. Bldg.
3 could have wall sign but it would be difficult on Bldgs. 1. and 2.
The hearing was opened for public comments. There were none.
Member Koenitzer moved, seconded by Member Rogers, to close Public
Hearing.
Motion carried, 5-0
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Public Hear-
ing closed
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HC --51, 333.2
approved w/
-c ondi-ti-ens-
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Member Koenitzer moved to recommend approval of HC -51,333.2 to the
City- ouncil with the standard conditions, e.d'ibits A, B, .6-1, B-2,
C and D and the following special conditions:
(1) That the walkway connecting Bldg. 3 to Bldgs. 1 and 2
will have special paint applied to the driveways where
the --side walk crosses -driveways to .easy -show that it -
serves an additional purpose.
(2) That. plants 3 feet to 4 feet high be planted along
street side of wall that extends north from Bldg. 3
to replace existing low growing plants.
(3) That any plants put in during this phase of construction
that are destroyed during construction of Phase II will
be replaced.
(4) That low shrubs be placed in the island in -parking -tots -- -- inadditionto__the proposed trees.
(5) That the lighting around to the north of Bldg. 3 may be
reviewed when Bldg. 2 is built for adequacy of lighting
(6) Treat- the existing trees be preservedas recommended by
L ,r
Stiff in their rc-.port- in that p .. or - o granting permrt-
will want adequate provision to maintain trees during
and after construction. This will be a report to the
staff and will be approved by the staff.
(7) That the wail -extending norther-iy --ern -Bldg. 3 be- the
name color athe Seconded by Member Rogers.
AYES: Members Dressier, Koenitzer, Rogers, Weinstein, Chairwoman
Sallan
N -OE : None
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3. Application HC -51,075.41 of The Westfield Company requesting
approval of site, architecture, landscaping, grading, lighting
and signing for two light industrial buildings located at the
southeast corner of the intersection of Pruneridge Avenue and
Tantau Avenue. Continued from H -Control meeting of August 21,
1974.
Staff report: The Senior Planning Technician said this was
a two building light industrial development in Vallco Park. The
committee had been given some flexibility to reduce parking spaces
to 260 in order to screen areas on the site and add more landscapi
The two buildings have maintained a 30 foot setback from the Tantau
Avenue frontage and a 40 foot setback along Pruneridge Avenue. A
5 ft. sidewalk has been shown on City right--of-way. There are no
other sidewalks in the Vallco Park development but the Director of
Public Works has indicated there may be a possibility of adding
sidewalks to the development to serve pedestrian traffic to the
shopping center. The landscaping treatment on frontages of build-
ings was described.
Concern has been expressedfor the single-family homes to the east
in the City of Santa Clara. There has been much discussion as to
means of screening industrial use. An 8 foot wall and 10½ feat
of landscaping has been approved. There has been discussion with
property owners to east and their preference in regard to wall.
A modification had been made in that three parking spaces were
eliminated to allow for mounding. Ms. Kramer pointed out the
area involved.
The 'Loading areas are in rear. There had been concern at City
Council level and applicant had explained intent of uses in build-
ing. Uses will not generate lots of traffic and there will not be
a great deal of equipment moving.
The architecture was described. It is compatible with what: is
found in Vallco Park.
Landscaping concern was for screening along back in addition to
the wall. Landscaping will be on the industrial side of the wail.
A 12 foot standard is being used. The rear lights will be about
70 feet from the property line. Lights are two 250 watt bulbs in
each standard.
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HC --51,075.41
The Westfield
Company
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The signs are incorporated within the walkway structure and entry to
the building. Th3 app oaz t was nacribea-and-s±gn located un plan.
The size is within the ordinance allowing 3% of the gross floor area
for industrial buildings.
M - Rose,
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- Mr. Term* �{Aa�� 1i�Ar���YR'p�•'. Sunnyvale,�said -tlicar�'aTore26-1---p-a-rking
spaces on the property with no on --street parking.
Mr. Rose said the truck doors were laid out so they could accemoda.te
up to 12 tenants. He located these on the plan. He said the intent
is that the trucks will not be able to stay for any period of time.
The trucks would be of the small van type.
The 8 ft. wall placed against the property line will effectively
screen the area. He said light industrial tenants do not want
sioer open -for- any -length -of- time
With respect to- Mr. - &-s -property,--3 pa -k -in --s ll e ul- b'c a� rtei
and a 30 inch wall placed from property line (1-0 ft. from curb) to the
point where a small metal shed ended; then the 3 ft. wall would begin.
4. 7 t
-1i e:..v�...,l �e to Me�±e. _ �'�einStuln.i�����3E'. ,- i^_:r. old the 30 inch fence -------
WOU"a be to keep debris from blowireg over into i"ir. '."i .u'S property.
Mr.•. Fred Mfau, 3894 Pruneridge,- Santa Clara, said he had decided he
world prefer the 8 ft, fence continue all the way to the street.
_ - i _ _hc cou1_d. 't have th_ s he would accept the30 inch wall. He
t spoke of noise- anti--sen rity- probl e 3-det�ris ire -- T ky
from the bins of garbage that were left inic-overed. Mr. Rose said.
'flay would be willing to build the 8 ft. fence.
Slides were shown of the properties under discussion.
V ious means of speaking ,to these problemswere-discussed,
Mr. _ Rosa exhibited_ example of proposed . li. Ming. The li *hts will
mP P ro p
go out and down.. so that no lights -would-li-e--go -ng-into the adja.camt_
residential yaids-.
;111 `.+`oti rt Sali.ail suggest3(i something ,e placed on ssideo of build-
i_ng to break up expanse of wall.
? With regard toyC i octure, Mr. Blair. 20622 Deb " Avono, >. oto t3,
di.sp'Layed photos and samples of materials being: proposed.
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Member Rogers ascertained the air conditioning would not , be visible.
In answer to Member Dressler, Mr. Blair said the glass would be
the bronze tone.
Mr. Rose said the area will have 29+ percent of landscaping. Membe]
Rogers felt there could be more. The strip of property between
this site and Calabazas Creek that belongs to Vallco Park was
discussed.
It was felt the 8 ft. wall on back could be more densely landscaped
and the parking lot islands could use more shrubs and trees.
Chairwoman Sallan suggested landscaping be continued -as all areas
should be revised. She pointed out where she felt more plantings
and planning were necessary. Mr. Blair pointed out 3 ft. high
mounding on Pruneridge. Member Dressler noted this is a small
building.
With regard to the 30 inch wall versus the 8 ftwall, the Senior
Planning Technician said the committee could make this decision.
Mr. Mike Stout, 520 Meadow Avenue, Santa Clara, noted his concern
about 8 ft. fence as it goes down further. He wanted to make sure
it is 8 ft. above property owners side and would be kept level at
the top.
Mr. Rose said if there is a stepping down they would try to speak
to concerns of both Cupertino's side and the residential side.
The stepping down would be done at the property lines.
After further -discussion, Ms. Kramer said there was nothing in the
ordinance that said there could not be an 8 ft. wall, but she
would suggest that it not be 8 ft. along the 40 ft. setback.
Member. Weinstein said the owner wanted an 8 ft. wall he would give
it to him and landscape in front of it. Member Koenitzer pointed
out this would be considered frontage and the ordinance stipulated
limit on frontages. He would not be in favor of an 8 ft. wall
extending to property line. Member Dressler said, he would allow
8 ft. fence since the owner has asked for it and the applicant is
willing to build it. Ms. Kramer suggested delaying a decision on
this until the Planning Director has an opportunity to speak to it.
Chairwoman Sallan suggested' a 30 inch wall with landscaping that
would grow above 8 ft.
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Mr. Blair said he would install an 8 ft. panel against sidewalk and
let the -owner see how this would look.
whether to use 8 ft. wall or 30 inch wall with heavy landscaping.
The grading was found to be satisfactory.
There were no problems with the lighting.
Mr. Rose explained how the proposed signs could be shared among
the tenants.
• Member Weinstein said he was concerned about some tenant wanting
more signing.
Member Koenitzer poinLed out this is the first lication where
------ signing has been considared-as -integral part of- building architecture.
€t-er further discussion, the hearing was opened to-p-ub-l.ic comments.
There were none.
Public Hearing I Member Rogers moved, seconded by Member Koenitzer, to close Public
1- Motion carrie-d, 5-0-
•
Provision for bicycle racks was discussed.
Member Koenitzer moved to recommend approval of the site, architecture,
grading, lighting and signing on HC -51,075.41 to the City Council with
,he tan3ar conditlons E h;b, tzg3-B'} 3__C 2 and E; that the
landscaping portion be -continued to the newt reg ar--reel r,8 fay'
special conditions
(1) That the portion of the wall on the eastern boundary adjacent
to Pruneri dge Avenue be continued for investigation of City
of Cup-ertino and City -o-f- Santa --Clara reqram.e+-eta- for -k height
versus setback on the frontage area,
{2)- That bicycle ranks be provided in- the parkin -g area; exact
location to be approved by staff.
Seconded by Member Rogers.
MINUTES OF THE SEPTEMBER 4, 1974 H -CONTROL MEETING
AYES: Members Dressler, Koenitzer, Rogers, Chairwoman Sallan
NOES: Member Weinstein
Motion carried, 4-1
Member Weinstein said his no vote was because he was not entirely
enthusiastic about architecture. He felt the applicant should
have been given some decision regarding wall and let the City
work out whatever was necessary to make that possible. Owner
has been to hearings and has asked for something quite reasonable.
He also questioned about committee getting involved about where
bicycle racks would be placed.
Mr. Rose asked if HC -51,075.361 and the landscaping portion of
this application could be heard together at first of next meeting.
Member- oenitze-r- said landscaping would be first on agenda, but be
questioned moving a different application ahead of others.
The applicant was informed of his application, approval and its
hearing by the City Council on September 16, 1974.
At 11:30 p.m. a break was announced with meeting reconvening at
11:37 p.m.
4. Application HC -51,216.4 of David E. Harper and Associates
requesting approval of site, architecture, landscaping,
grading, lighting and signing for a bowling center located
at the southeast corner of. Homestead Road and Stelling Road.
Continued from H -Control meeting of August 21, 1974.
Member Koenitzer suggested hearing items 4 and 5 together. The
committee agreed.
5._ Application HC -51,216.41 of David E. Harper (Brunswick
Division, Brunswick Corporation) requesting exception to
Section 6.131 of the Sign Ordinance to allow one (1) shopping
center sign and one (1) ground sign in lieu of two (2) shopping
center signs for a bowling center and commercial/entertainment
development located at the southeast corner of Homestead.Road
and Stelling Road.
Staff report: It was noted this is a Planned Development with
recreation/entertainment zoning. The site plan represents the
master plan for proposed center. She described the site and its
layout. Specific uses for all shops has notbeen decided.
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HC -51,075.41
approved w/
conditions
HC -51,216.4
David E.
Harper &
Associates
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The -relationship of masonry wall on eastern and southern boundary
lines was approved. It will be :rounded on both sides; applicant
will be planting on both sides of wall. The wall will be 3 ft. on
bowling alley side and 6 ft. on residential side.
The driveway- along back, ❑f bling_ center will be used__ for service_
area. It will not have a. high intensity use.
The architecture was described. Concern was expressed about roof
equipment being visible from eye level from a distance of 100 ft.
Ms. Kramer noted the main concern for landscaping is that south
and east elevations have landscaping that will screen view and
break up wall,
fie --lighting calls for 12% tt. stan ar s thatll1 eplaedd in
parking area as marked on site plan. There is no lighting in
With regard to sign. exception, this site qualifies as shopping
center.. They are requesting one shopping center sign on Homestead
20 ft. in he ^ht and 6 ft. wide. The staff has suggested that
p aca aL or HomcJcead- SIopping Center r = sxrn be _nelci_ �� u k�..i.
is at least one more tenant.
At 11:40 p.m. Member Dressler left.
Chairwoman Sallan asked staff if. there had been any .change as a
result of the -°preliminary review. Ms. Kramer -said there had
ba en ? - h.ewever e--b-ew ing -csn-ter was --not- moved,
David E. Harper, 9050 Telegraph Road, Downey, said the bowling
center would be 70 -ft . from apartment houses-.- - die pointed out ffow
the landscaping plan showed color of proposed plantings.
Slides were shown of the site.
Chairwoman Sallan said she was sorry there was no modification of
b uiidin ga -
Member koenitzer said the. air conditioning equipment must not: pro -
trade above roof line. Rather than adding screening, he would
p -refer. the .air.. -conditioning _ba_ lowered. Mr. Harper_ saidthey_planned
-t-o--raise the- front roof --line about a_ foot-.__
Mr. Harper reported there might be a request tor a,.c.ange-o,; w
material
MINUTES OF THE SEPTEMBER 4, 1974 H --CONTROL MEETING.
Mr. Harper displayed photos and sample of metal roof. He explainea
undulating effect of canopy. 71he concretewill be slurapstone tex-
ture.
Member Rogers ascertained the wall would be the same color as the -
building..
With regard to landscaping, Member Rogers said she would like to
see more intense landscaping in parking lot islands and on Homestead
and Stealing Road perimeters.
Member Koenitzer felt this landscaping would be very satisfactory.
He pointed out that planting around building D is subject to frost
and would die back to ground level. Mr. Harper said this would he
checked.
Member Rogers noted this -was -true -of several plants on perimeter.
Chairwoman Sallan asked if frontages were mounded. Mr. Harper said
there would be a 2 ft. to _3''-2 ft. mounding. It would not be a
continuous mound but a flowin-g mound. Chairwoman registered
concern that anything less than a 3 ft. mound would screen the
cars. Mr. Harper said it was easy Co screen the cars; he wanted
the landscaping in front to be exc.icing and different. Chairwoman
Sallan said she liked approach for color and interest but the cars
should be screened by at least 80%. Mr. Harper said this could be
done.
Chairwoman Sallan said more should be done with landscaping in
parking lot. This was discussed.
Member Weinstein asked about maintenance of plants, noting many
are temperature sensitive. Mr. Harper pointed out these plants
have been used on freeway embankments. Anything that will freeze
would be replaced. After discussion, Mr. Harper said he would be
talking to his landscape architect about changes.
Chairwoman Sallan noted there was trouble with screening and
specific choice of plants with regard to temperature. She
recommended continuing landscaping and asking them to bring
back plans that reflect the concerns of the committee. .
Member Koenitzer moved to recommend approval of site, architecture
and grading for applicati.on..HC-51,216.4 to the City Council with
standard conditions, exhibits as appropriate and the following
special condition:
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M:LNUTES' OF TIUL SCI,"i"E M LR 4, 1974 11 -CONTROL T -T=I :G
(l) Th. 11, the air conditioning wi.LI not show above the parapet
-O tP1 in{' .t:tl: i':k -v w 1A. r.1.St<_?t_ l lLne as
> e s r` t:rJ la [t ca:1 c"1nipni lG:.
(2) Landscaping, sign :t.ug and iiglitin j are continued to
next regular mectinl, Laudscaphig architect to
investigate 2 hardiuess of •;cme 1Lts s.tk'c
this area.
(3) Bicycle racks are to be provided both fo : the bowling
T Ef t' Tie l'-� ncR t� s
alley end any �_l�.u_• de P._op t-�dd:t..:i��n.�.
Seconded by Member Rogers.
AYS: Members K:oenitzer, Rogers, Weinstein, Chairwoman Saline
None
Motion carried, 4-0
The applicant was not i.:£ _•Yd the approved portion would be heard by
the City Council at its Septriinber 166, 197 meeting.
The Coii.;Tti.t:. tee was rei11Lnded o1 Slgiii eview 7neet:ii1on pte AuJt_` C ii,
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. ena regular c> ua.I1_ be, on Thus day `e ) 1—,I?er 1''9, 1974.
bili.lGI11 1THE _ -
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adjourned meefin,a, f Septe iier
APPROVED:
ATTEST:
City CT erk
t. Na-neySal 1
Chairwoman