HomeMy WebLinkAboutASAC Minutes 04-10-1975CITY OF CUPERTINO, STATE OF CALIFORNIA
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Telephone: 252-4505
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE ARCHITECTURAL AND SITE APPROVAL
CORIITTEE HELD ON APRIL 10, 1975, IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL,
CUPERTINO, CALIFORNIA
SALUTE TO THE FLAG
The meeting was called to order at 7:15 p.m. by Chairwoman Sallan with
the Salute to the Flag.
ROLL CALL
Members present: Dressler (7:25), Koenitzer, Rogers, Weinstein (7:30
Chairwoman Sallan
Members absent: None
Staff present: Assistant Planning Director Robert Cowan
Assistant Planner Steve Piasecki
Chairwoman Sallan noted since the agenda was a lengthy one and there.
were a number of applications which would necessitate lengthy dis-
cussions,any item past #6 would probably not be heard.
INFORMAL REVIEW OF PLANNED DEVELOPMENT USE PERMIT APPLICATION:
4-U-75 Coldwell Banker Management Corporation (Dr. Brown): Construe--
tion of a 49,200 sq. ft. light manufacturing facility, located
westerly of and adjacent to Bandley Drive approximately 30 ft.
northerly of the intersection of Bandley Drive and Lazaneo
Drive.
Concerns: Location of truck loading area.
Parking stalls on Bandley Drive frontage: it
was suggested moving stalls to rear of building
or going to 45° angle parking with one way traffic
circulation.
Member Koenitzer noted this area was zoned for commercial/
industrial/residential and expressed concern that so far
all the applications have been for industrial. He felt
the Planning Commission should address this.
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Minutes of
3/20/75
continued
HC -51,148.:
Lucky Stork
(Gemco)
MINUTES OF THE APRIL 10, 1975 R -CONTROL MEETING
UNFINISHED BUSINESS: None
APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Minutes of March 20, 1975
Member Rogers moved, seconded by Member Koenitzer, to postpone
approval of March 20, 1975 meeting minutes until the next regular
meeting.
Motion carried, 5-0
POSTPONEMENTS: None
WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS: None
ORAL COi �MUNICATIONS: Member. Dressier asked if the flags presently
standing behind the chairs of the committee could be displayed in
another manner as they presented an obstacle in their present
location.
Chairwoman Sallan announced that no item would be initiated after
11:30 p.m.
PUBLIC HEARINGS:
1. Application HC -51,148.1 Lucky Stores, Inc. (Gemco)
requesting approval of a modification of architecture to
the existing Gemco Store located at the northeast corner
of Stevens Creek Boulevard and Saich Way. Continued from
H -Control meeting of March 20, 1975.
Assistant Planning Director Cowan reviewed the application briefly.
He reiterated staff's request for a position that a landscaping
plan be developed by Gemco that would allow landscaping to be
installed as building modifications progressed. Ile referred to a
report by Mr. John Busto indicating there is no immediate hazard.
Chairwoman Sallan said she had communicated with the City Attorney,
Mr. Adams, on April 8, 1975, and he had said the committee could
deny this application, even though the request was for modification
to another portion of the site.
Member Koenitzer questioned whether the proposed dock pad would
present a problem on southerly edge to cars driving over it.
Mr. Gary Westernoff, Project Engineer for Lucky Stores, said the
pad would have a pitch but it would flush out.
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Member Weinstein said it was gratifying to have the City Council
finally support this committee. He could not support any application
from Gemco until they gave some indication of being willing to upgrade
this site.
In answer to Chairwoman Sallan, Mr. Westernoff said there were no
injury records available; this was a preventive measure. Chairwoman
Sallan ascertained Mr. Westernoff had a copy of Mr. Busto's report.
She suggested since only minor changes were necessary, the balance
which had been planned for this modification could be put into land-
scaping. Mr. Westernoff said items 1 and 4 would require the
modification as requested.
Member Rogers noted she could not fully understand the application
with the material being offered. Member Koenitzer said he was sur-
prised they did not seem to consider the exterior appearance as
important as the interior.
The meeting was opened to comments from the public. There were none.
Member Weinstein moved, seconded by Member Rogers, to close Public
Hearings.
Motion carried, 5-0
Chairwoman Sallan.said she was sympathetic but at the same time, she
would like to see an approach that made modifications for relieving
safety hazard but also included some landscaping as a beginning for
the upgrading of this site from the community's point of view.
Member Rogers moved, seconded by Member Koenitzer, to reopen the
Public Hearings.
Motion carried, 5-0
Member Rogers asked Mr. Westernoff about landscaping to dock area.
Mr. Westernoff said planter tubs with junipers was all they could
propose. It was ascertained no plans had been prepared. It was !'!
noted the application had been continued with the request that the
applicant return with a plan showing some landscaping to dock pit area.1
Mr. Westernoff said they were not opposed to screening with some
planter tubs.
After further discussion, Chairwoman Sallan ascertained the majority
of the committee would like to see a plan to screen the wall.
Member Dressler moved, seconded by Member Weinstein, to close the
Public Hearings.
Motion carried, 5-0
Member Koenitzer asked if Gemco had a permit to store gardening
materials outside the fenced area as this was being done. Staff
will check.
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Public Hear-
ing closed
Public Hear-
ing reopened
Public Hear-
ing closed
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i Member Weinstein moved to recommend that City Council deny Applica-
tion HC -51,148.1 on the basis that the safety question in fact may
not exist and that there has been no indication of any kind of
upgrading on the part of Lucky Stores to the site in general.
Seconded by Member Dressler.
HC -51,148.1 AYES: Members Dressler, Koenitzer, Weinstein, Chairwoman Sallan
denied NOES: Member Rogers
Motion carried, 4-1
Chairwoman Sallan announced this would be heard by City Council at
its April 21, 1975 meeting.
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H -C-53,322,11 2. Application HC -51,322.1 - W. J. Herman (Rancho Deep Cliff)
Rancho Deep; requesting approval of modification of landscaping for a
Cliff 61 -unit single-family condominium development located
adjacent to and easterly of Stevens Canyon Road approximately
200 feet southerly of Riverside Drive. Continued from
H -Control meeting of March 20, 1975.
The Assistant Planning Director referred to Exhibit C-3 describing
a split rail fence concept to be constructed on the easterly boundary
line between the subject project and the Deep Cliff Golf Course which
had been requested by the committee at its last meeting.
Member Rogers asked if staff had considered that the fence would let
golf balls through which could be a hazard. Mr. Cowan said this had
been discussed and it might be something that would have to be taken
into consideration at a later date.
Mr. W. J. Herman, 220 State Street, Los Altos, said if the fence
proved unsatisfactory, they would put something else in at a later
date.
Member Koenitzer noted the roses and other thorny plants might dis-
courage people from coming over the fence. -
Mr. Herman answered Member Rogers that this type of rose was expected
to bloom seven months out of the year. -
The hearing was opened for public comment. There were none.
Public Hear
ing closed
Member Weinstein moved, seconded by Member Koenitzer, to close
Public Hearings.
Motion carried, 5-0
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Member Weinstein moved to recommend landscaping modification as
proposed on Application HC -51,322.1. If there is any indication
of difficulty with errant golf balls, the applicant will be welcome
to approach the committee for change. Seconded by Member Rogers.
Motion carried, 5-0
Chairwoman Sallan noted the application would be before the City
Council at its April 21, 1975 meeting.
3. Application HC -51,075.221 - American Microsystems, Inc.
(Valico Park) requestin.g approval of signing for a light
industrial building located on the east side of Tantau
Avenue approximately 270 feet north of Pruneridge Avenue.
Although the applicant was not present, Assistant Planner Piasecki
said staff had slides of an existing sign on other building which
was identical in size and color.
The slides were shown. Mr. Piasecki pointed out the locations of the
proposed signs.
The hearing was opened for public comment. There were none.
Member Koenitzer moved, seconded by Member Weinstein., to close
Public Hearings.
Motion carried, 5-0
Member Koenitzer moved to recommend approval of Application HC -51,
075.221 to the City Council with standard conditions, exhibits as
shown and condition that the letters and background for the signs
be the same as those used on the signs shown at this meeting.
Seconded by Member Rogers.
Motion carried, 5-0
Chairwoman Sallan ascertained the applicant would be notified of
this recommendation and that it would be heard by the City Council on
April 21, 1975.
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HC -51,322.1
approved
HC -51,075.22
American
Microsystems
Inc.
Public
Hearings
closed
HC -51,075 .22
approved
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HC -51,274 .1
Hobil Oil
Corporation
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4. Application HC -51,274.1 - Mobil Oil Corporation requesting
approval of site, architecture, landscaping, lighting and
signing for an existing service station site located at the
southwest corner of Stevens Creek Boulevard and Miller Avenue.
Assistant Planner Piasecki reviewed application, noting staff's con-
cern with the relocation of the trash an.closure. This should be
buffered with landscaping from the building to the south.
Mr. Piasecki pointed out the site is lacking overall in landscaping
and orderliness. He suggested another planter box should be
located on east side to balance it out. He also suggested there
could be some landscaping on public right-of-way since space is.
lacking between pump island and sidewalk. There should be striped
parking stalls at rear for orderliness.
Mr. Piasecki . also pointed out the sign does not conform with the
committee's guidelines. There could be a monument sign in the
corner .landscaping area. He pointed this area out on the site
plan, noting the sign should also have the price information on
it.
Mr. Piasecki answered Member Rogers that there had been no information
at this time regarding benches for district transit lines.
Slides were shown of the site. Mr. Piasecki pointed out bus stop
area, telephone booths and existing landscaping.
Mr. John Kehrli, 66 Bokt Road, San Mateo, explained this station has
been nominated by Mobil for upgrading. They are not planning any
construction changes. He explained the proposed modifications.
Mr. Kehrli explained the trash enclosure had to be removed from next
to building by order of the Fire Marshall. He also noted that if
they put a strip of landscaping at south property line there would
be a "no man"s" strip as the adjacent landscaping was set back from
boundary line.
Mr. Kehrli answered Member Weinstein that they would be putting in
new pumps. Member Weinstein also ascertained they will be taking
the existing light fixtures down and replacing with new ones, but
using the same poles. These poles are approximately 15 ft. high.
The lights were to be 500 watt bulbs. Mr. Kehrli described the
new fixture. Member Koenitzer said he would like to see how the
proposed lights would look from Miller Avenue.
Chairwoman Sallan said a diagram of some kind should be presented.
The committee agreed lighting should be continued.
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Site: Member Weinstein asked about the striping for parking stalls.
Mr. Kehrli pointed out where these would be located.
Mr. Preston Michael, Mobil Oil
was a metal box type to screen
the same color as the building.
Company, explained the trash enclosure
the dumpster. This would be painted
Member Koenitzer suggested additional landscaping next to
planter on west end of building and landscaping in corner
southern end of property. Member Weinstein disagreed. He
they asked for any landscaping beyond the plan, it should
in front of pumps on Stevens Creek Boulevard.
pump islands
areas at
felt if
only be that
Mr. Kehrli pointed out what was being proposed were aesthetic
improvements. They are agreeable to monument type sign to match
building. He also pointed out they have upgraded landscaping by
300% already.
Mr. Michael said they are not making any construction changes, just
cosmetic improvements. Right now they do not have funds for the
additional $4000.00 it would cost to add the 2 ft. planters in front
of the islands.
Chairwoman Sallan referred to station at Stelling, noting how much
the planters in front of the pump islands hadadded to the aesthetics
of the station. She wished they could at least do one. Mr. Michael
said this would be a major project and not what they were engaged in
at this time.
Mr. Michael said they had had planter boxes previously and the exhaust
fumes from cars had killed the plants, but they would be willing to
try this again.
Chairwoman Sallan explained the concern of the committee about the
trash enclosure at proposed location. Mr. Piasecki referred to the
parking stripes to be provided in this area.. Mr. Michael said some
trees could be placed adjacent to the enclosure. He also agreed to.
put boxes or pots of plants at west end of building and adjacent to
the pumps.
Architecture: Member Koenitzer ascertained the building would be
painted.
Landscaping: Member Weinstein suggested using Gold Coast junipers
rather than the Tams as proposed. The applicant agreed.
Lighting: to he continued.
Signs: Member Weinstein questioned the disc sign on building. Mr.
Michaels described it and said this had been found to be the optimum
size proportion -wise.
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With regard to t:he monument sign, Member Weinstein ascertained they
were speaking of a 12 to 15 ft. sign. Mr. Kehrli explained it would
be on brick with prices incorporated. Member Weinstein felt the sign
should not be over 8 or 10 ft. Member Koenitzer pointed out some
Shell and Standard stations had reduced their signs of similar
design to less. After further discussion, the applicant agreed to
lower the sign.
The meeting was then opened to public comment. There were none.
Public Hear= Member Rogers moved, seconded by Member Koenitzer; to close Public
ing closed Hearings.
Motion carried, 5-0
Motion i Member Koenitzer moved to recommend approval of HC -51,274.1 of the
site, architecture and landscaping, subject to standard conditions,
ex'Oibi.ts presented tonight and the following special conditions:
(1) That striping be put in on the south boundary to mark off
parking spaces.
= (2) That landscaping be placed around the trash enclosure on
south boundary; simple shrubs to help hide trash enclosure.
(3) Planter boxes be added along west wall with plants of 3 to 6
---------ft. height.
Amendment
(4) Some other variety of juniper other than Tam be selected for
the planting areas, subject to approval by the staff.
Seconded by Member Weinstein.
Chairwoman Sallan questioned whether the number of parking spaces
should be indicated. Mr. Cowan said they would like at least three
spaces per bay with cars being parked in the parking areas.
Member Weinstein moved to amend motion to include condition that cars
parked on the site shall use the striped parking area and no other
area. Seconded by Member Rogers.
VOTE ON AMEND'IENT :
AYES: Members Dressler, Koenitzer, Rogers, Weinstein, Chairwoman
Sallan
NOES: None
Amendment passed, 5-0
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VOTE ON MOTION:
AYES: Members Dressler, Koenitzer, Rogers, Weinstein, Chairwoman
Sallan
NOES: None
Motion carried, 5-0
Chair•*oman Sallan noted the application for site, architecture and
landscaping had been approved and would be heard by the City Council
at its April 21, 1975 meeting.
Member Koenitzer moved to continue the lighting and signing portions
of Application HC -51,274.1 to the next regular meeting. Seconded by
Member Rogers.
Motion carried, 5-0
At 9:35 p.m. a break was taken with the meeting reconvening at 9:45
p. m.
Chairwoman Sallan again announced it was unlikely any items after
6 would be heard tonight. She noted staff was being asked to con-
sider those applications needing lesser degree of study be put to
the earlier part of the meeting.
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HC -51, 274.1
approved w/
conditions
(site,
architecture
& landscap-
ing)
Lighting &
signing
continued
5. Application HC --51,075.40 - Vallco Fashion Park Shopping CenterHC-51,075.40
requesting approval of modification of site, architecture, Vallco
conceptual landscaping and grading for the proposed J. C. Fashion Park
Penney store on the east side of Wolfe Road and site modifi-
cation, architecture and conceptual landscaping for portions
of the Center on the west side of Wolfe Road.
Assistant Planning Director Cowan said the applicant would be making
their presentation. He referred to information from Penney's and
documents regarding Portal Plaza, copies of which were distributed.
It was noted Portal Plaza is directly affected by application tonight
with regard to perimeter road.
Mr. Walter Ward, General. Manager of Vallco Park, said the original
proposal for Penney's had been designed by Vallco architects and
the present proposal had been prepared by Penney's "in-house" team.
The plans have been reviewed by Wurster, Bernardi and Emmons and
found to be compatible with the rest of the Center.
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Mr. Ralph Butterfield, of Wurster, Bernardi and Emmons, reiterated
they had found the Penney design to be satisfactory and then intro-
duced. Mr. Harry Wilson, J. C. Penney representative.
Mr. Wilson explained the first presentation had not fit their
merchandising system. They are now asking for modification of
prior application. He described the changes made, referring to
colored rendering and site plan. He referred to sample board
exhibiting samples of materials to be used.
Member Koenitzer ascertained the signs would be on the parapets
over entrances as indicated on colored rendering. Mr. Wilson
pointed out where signs would probably be located and described the
Penney logo. The letters are internally illuminated.
_ MemberWeinsteinasked for a comparison of heightbetween the
Bullock store and the Penney store. He said he hoped nothing
was going to be taller than the Bullock's building.
Member. Koenitzer said he shared Member Weinstein's concern about
the height of the building. Mr. Wilson said it would require the
entire second floor above tba to handle air conditioning equipment
normally put in "penthouse!' atop the roof. Mr. Butterfield -noted
Bullock's had 12 units on roof with parapet built high enough to
conceal them.
It was ascertained Bullock's is approximately 34 ft. tall and the
proposed Penney`s eiould be 41 ft.
Member Rogers felt the stores could not be compared because of grade
levels. She suggested moving parapet back to lessen visual impact.
Member Weinstein felt if Bullock's could design an acceptable
building at 34 ft. so could Penney's.
Member Koenitzer ascertained the parapet was -8 ft. and the letters
of J. C. Penney's would be 5 ft. Member Weinstein said he did not
think there was any way this committee would go along with 5 ft.
high letters to catch people's eyes from the freeway. He felt
there was a problem in height and there would probably be a problem
with the signs.
It was noted it was the concensus of the committee that either the
height should be lowered or the architecture changed to make it
appear to be lower.
Mr. Ward commented on Bullock's appearance of height.
finished it will be lessconspicuous. He pointed out
approved previously was the same height. Mr. Wilson
changed previous modification to conform with staff's
When it is
that what was
said they had
suggestion.
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Member Dressler said he was concerned about "breaks"; these overhangs
are different than overhangs of the center. The hard shoulder of the
store is uncomfortable to him. There should be some way to design
continuity of center and still have identity for Penney's. He was
also concerned about difference in material colors.
Mr. Ben McKinney, New York representative of Penney's, said the
mall court would be higher than Penney's store. He pointed out
the cross -over from Wolfe Road established the floor level of the
second story. They are very interested in this particular Center;
they tried hard to be good neighbors. He pointed out they have a
great deal at stake. He said they had just completed a study of
their logo. The capital letters J, C and P will be 5 ft. and the
lower case letters will be approximately 3 ft.
Member Koenitzer noted the committee has constantly asked for some-
thing lower and each application seems to come in with a request for
something higher.
Chairwoman Sallan summarized the committee's position by asking the
applicants to come back with something either lower or that by its
design gave the appearance of being lower.
With .regard to the site plan. modification., Mr. Butterfield said if
they don't have a tacit approval of revised design they could not go
into revised landscaping and grading. He described proposed revised
modifications to landscaping and grading, and explained why the
parking lot had to be raised again to 6 ft. He referred to exhibit
showing effect of this and landscape modification to cope with
resulting slope.
While additional exhibits were being put up, Chairwoman Sallan noted
this would probably be the last application heard tonight, apologizing
to those applicants who had been waiting to be heard.
Member Rogers said she was getting a feeling of frustration; The
committee members have seen many presentations and modifications for
good and sufficient reasons, each of which modified adversely the
letter and spirit of previously approved applications.
Mr. McKinney explained why Penney's felt it was necessary to have the i
parking lot on a level with the second floor. This would also be a
convenience to the customers. lie said 5% would be the maximum
acceptable grade.
Mr. Ward said as a developer they were concerned too. He explained
the different viewpoints. By raising peripheral road they were able
to maintain a 3-1/2 ft. grade.Even with existing landscaping only,
Penney's will hardly be seen. Ile said a considerable delay would be
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detrimental to the project in terms of moving dirt from Phase I to
Phase II.
Member Rogers asked for assurance that cars on north lot would not
be seen from Wolfe Road and that they would not be seeing a modifi-
cation that would allow cars to be seen. fir. Ward assured her this
would not be.
Slides were shown of the site, showing grades and existing landscap-
ing.
Mother Koenitzer said he would prefer leaving the perimeter road at
the same elevation and having a 3-3/4% grade. He said he was concerned
about people parking along curb in front of the stoes as this happens
now. He referred to the 10 spaces added at south entrance. Mr. Wilson
-said this was a parcel. -pick up area; there -would be --no parking -as
such. Mr. McKinney explained why a customer pick-up area was being
included in their plans. Member Koenitzer said unless there was to
be a policeman there, people would be parking there.
Chairwoman Sallan ascertained the landscaping had been changed to
conform to change in grade. Mr. Butterfield said they would be
back with the final detailed landscaping plans.
Chairwoman Sallan summarized the site modifications were acceptable
at 3-1/2% and that architectural, modification was being continued
hecausf concern over_parapet construction.
The meeting was then opened for public comments. There were none.
Member Rogers moved for approval of Penney portion of Application
IHC-51,075.40 to the City Council with the standard conditions,
approving the site, grading and conceptual landscaping as presented
and all those portions of architecture as presented with the,
exception that the roof line should be given another look; lower
height of fascia or move it back or any other alternative to make
it visually less high. Motion to include all exhibits as presented.
I
Mr. Cowan answered Member Weinstein that the -height approved previously
was 38 ft. with no offset parapet. Mr. Wilson said they could not get
equipment under the roof at 38 ft. Ile pointed out it would be a month
or six weeks before they could get back to this committee.
Mr. Ward said he believed Penney's had followed criteria presented by
staff. He pointed out there is a timing problem and he felt Mr.
Wilson had worked within the guidelines set.
Member Dressler suggested a compromise of trying to lessen visual
impact of architectural design but keeping the 41 ft. 6 in.
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Chairwoman Sallan referred to modifications of mall portion which had
resulted in a better solution. The committee has an obligation to
voice its concerns and she asked the applicants to address this con-
cern, noting the community will better for it. She also pointed out
this is the first time the committee has seen Penney's and she did
not think it unreasonable for them to ask questions and register
concerns.
Member Weinstein seconded the motion..
Mr. McKinney pointed out that in raising the level of the parking
lot, the visual impact of the building would be decreased.
VOTE ON MOTION
AYES: Members Dressler, Rogers, Weinstein, Chairwoman Sallan
NOES: Member Koenitzer
Motion carried, 4-1
Member Weinstein left at 12:00 midnight.
Member Koenitzer asked that Penney's representatives be given copies
of previous minutes that discussed this site and building.
With regard to Sears landscaping on west side of Wolfe Road, Mr.
Nona Mendoza of Michael C. Painter landscaping firm explained the
landscaping proposed for Stevens Creek Boulevard and Wolfe Road.
In answer to Chairwom:_m Saltan, Mr. Mendoza pointed out which was
existing landscaping on the plan and which was the proposed. He
said the shrubs would grow to a maximum of 8 ft. over a long period
of time.
Mr. Nona Mendoza described the treatment of Sear's parking lot at
Vallco Parkway.
Chairwoman Sall -an suggested widening the landscaping strip. Mr. Ward
pointed out it is now 30 ft. wide and when the center is opened the
parking spaces will be needed.
With regard to the Portal Plaza/Sears perimeter road site modification
as represented by Exhibit A-li, Chairwoman Saltan noted the committee
must determine whether or not it is comfortable with the compromise
solution.
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HC -51,075.4:j
approved w/
conditions
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Assistant Planner Cowan referred to previous ASAC approval of
landscaping for this area; there is quite a decrease in the present
proposal and what was previously approved. The landscaping at the
bank has gone from 35 ft. to 19 ft., 8 ft. of which is a bicycle
path.
Mr. Ward explained the situation and the compromise as worked out
between Sears, Portal Plaza and Sears. Be noted that under the
circumstances this is the best they can do.
Member Rogers asked about landscaping between the bank and the
perimeter road to the east. Mr. Mendoza explained their proposal.
The landscaping was discussed at length.
-Chairwoman Sallan said she would be interested in knowing_ if the_
Portal Plaza application on bank could be reconsidered in light of
this proposal; the City Attorney should be consulted regarding this
possibility, since approval was based on different information.
Member Koenitzer moved to recommend approval of Application
RC -51,075.40 for the site and landscaping between Sears and
Portal Plaza and for the landscaping of Sear's parking area
to the City Council with the standard conditions, exhibits and
following special. conditions:
(1) That the raphiolepis shown on the east and west sides of the
Vaf]_co Fashion Park ess roa5be gec totaller grow-
ing shrub to be approved by staff.
(2) Trees be added to the Portal Plaza bank area as discussed
at this meeting and shown on one of the plans as discussed
with Mr. Mendoza.
Seconded by Member Rogers.
Motion carried, 4-0
The Assistant Planning Director then reported that the applicant was
asking for approval of freight elevator and trash compactors for
mall shops fronting on Wolfe Road. Freight elevators were approved
in western portion of site but those were not visible from Wolfe
Road as these would be.
Mr. Butterfield pointed out location of requested elevator and
trash compactor and referred to colored rendering.
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Member. Dressler ascertained the compactors were automatic and quiet.
Member Koenitzer said he thought these were to serve all the tenants
and not individual ones. Mr. Butterfield said this will probably be
the only additional elevator asked for on the west side of Wolfe Road.
They do not feel the visual impact would be that onerous.
I4r. Butterfield asked if they should come in with each such request.
The committee members indicated this was their desire at this time as
the hour was too late to come up with a policy statement which would
allow staff to handle subsequent requests. The committee does plan
to come up with such a policy statement at a future date.
Member Koenitzer moved to approved proposed new elevator and trash
compactor design. Seconded by Member Dressler.
Motion carreid, 4-0
Chairwoman Sallan then announced the remainder of the agenda, items 6
through 12, were continued to the April 24, 1975 meeting.
NEW BUSINESS
Chairwoman Sallan suggested agendizing election of officers for the
next meeting.
Member Rogers expressed her concern over having agendas of this
length. Mr. Cowan said the City had no choice. The possibility
of an adjourned meeting was discussed.
Member Koenitzer reported the plants at Payless are halfway out into
the traffic lane.
Member Koenitzer also reported on a truck selling lobster tails and
sea food parked in different places around the City. He wondered if
they had a permit. Staff will check.
Member Rogers reported the De Anza tennis court lights are intrusive
and shine onto Stelling.
It was reported a switch plate in entry way of Council Chambers was
loose and ready to fall off.
Assistant Planner Piasecki spoke briefly about agendizing. Chairwoman
Sallan brought up changing minor applications so they could be heard
earlier in the meeting. This was discussed.
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APPROVED:
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ATTEST: