HomeMy WebLinkAboutASAC Minutes 05-22-1975CITY OF CUPERTINO, STATE OF CALIFORNIA
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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE ARCHITECTURAL AND SITE APPROVAL
COMMITTEE HELD ON MAY 22, 1975, IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL,
CUPERTINO, CALIFORNIA
SALUTE TO THE FLAG
The meeting was opened at 7:10 p.m. by Chairman Koenitzer with the
Salute to the Flag.
ROLL CALL
Members present: Grubb, Irvine (10:00), Sallan, Chairman Koenitzer
Members absent: Dressler
Staff present: Assistant Planner Toby Kramer
INFORMAL REVIEW OF PLANNED DEVELOPMENT USE PERMIT APPLICATION: None
UNFINISHED BUSINESS: None
APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Minutes of May 1, 1975 and May 8, 1975
Minutes of May 1, 1975
On page 5, paragraph 6, add to second sentence, "given adherence to
present standard conditions for driveway."
On page 5, paragraph 3, fourth sentence should read, "The applicant
agreed to reinstate the hedge as per original plan."
On page 5, paragraph 8, delete the word "this" in first sentence and
replace with "narrowing driveway".
On page 6, second paragraph, the second sentence should read, "....
information that in the future this area may necessitate removal of
landscaping to accomodate a common driveway".
On page 12, paragraph 4, the last sentence should read, "A policy
statement could be made to this effect so that any developer would
understand what would be required for modifications to the original
proposal."
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MINUTES OF THE MAY 22, 1975 H -CONTROL MEETING
Page 2
On page 2, paragraph 6, the last word in the second line should be
changed from "obstruct" to "paint".
On page 3, paragraph 2, the word "numberwise" in third line should be
changed to "of permitted area".
On page 4, paragraph 9, the last sentence should read, "Assistant
Planner Piasecki said this would require moving the building to the
north reducing the distance to the adjacent structure and thus requir-
ing a fire wall on the north side of the building.
Minutes of
There being no further corrections, Member Sallan moved to accept the
5/1/75
Minutes of May 1, 1975, as corrected. Seconded by Member Grubb.
approved as
corrected
Motion carried, 3-0
Minutes of May 8, 1975
Under Roll Call, show Member Irvine present and Member Grubb absent.
On pages 10, 11 and 12, substitute Member Irvine's name for Member
Grubb's.
On page 10, paragraph 5, delete the word "pre -discussion" and insert
"preliminary review by H -Control".
II
frontage be covered by planting of 60 redwood....."
On page 11, last paragraph, line 1, correct the word "acclimation" to
"acclamation". Same paragraph, line 14, change the word "proceeds" to
"precedes".
Minutes of
5/8/75
approved as
corrected
Member Sallan moved to approve the Minutes of May 8, 1975 as corrected.
Seconded by Member Grubb.
POSTPONEMENTS: None
WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS: None
Motion carried, 3-0
MINUTES OF THE MAY 22, 1975 H -CONTROL MEETING
ORAL COMNHUNICATIONS:
Assistant Planner Kramer said she had a comment from City Council rela-
tive to the conditions placed on resolutions. They did not feel it was
necessary to include compliments to the applicants.
Ms. Kramer referred to condition on Hewlett-Packard application that
trees be monitored to see when it reached the 15 -gallon size. This
should be in the minutes but should not be conditioned on the resolution,
A discussion on use of Minutes Orders to ensure this type of follow-up
was held. Chairman Koenitzer suggested an "investigation file" be kept
on items requiring a follow-up. It was agreed that Staff member Kramer
should investigate means that would save paper work but would keep the
matter under consideration.
Chairman Koenitzer announced that no item would be initiated after
11:30 p.m.
NEW BUSINESS:
1. De Anza Racquet Club requesting approval of a temporary sign
permit for an identification sign for a commercial racquet
club located at the northwest corner of Stevens Creek Boulevard
and Stelling Road.
Assistant Planner Kramer noted the reason this was before the committee
was that staff had had difficulty in interpreting ordinance. The sign
would advertise a racquet club was going in and the date. She distri-
buted plans showing the plan. They are requesting approval of a
temporary sign until the construction of the courts is completed.
It was ascertained the sign would have two faces.
Mr. Keith Pritchard, 797 San Juan, Sunnyvale, said the sign has been
designed to be as simplistic as possible so name of racquet club and
telephone number could be easily read. The sign would be on the
corner only during the construction phase of the tennis courts which
would be approximately 4 or 5 months.
Mr. Pritchard answered Member Sallan that they had hired two people
who would respond to any telephone questions and a brochure would be
mailed to anyone interested.
Member Grubb ascertained the sign is 6' x 14' and intended to be 6' off
ground. Mr. Pritchard further explained the design of the sign. The
cream and brown shown on the sign have been selected for their logo
colors.
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Public Hear-
ings closed
De Anza
Racquet Clu
temporary
sign approv
ed
HC -51,230.61
Goodyear
Service
Store
MINUTES OF THE MAY 22, 1975 H -CONTROL MEETING
Chairman Koenitzer said if the sign was to be 6' from the ground, he
would like to see a smaller sign. 8" letters can be read 400' and he
did not think they needed a sign that large. Mr. Pritchard said for
safety factor, people should be able to read sign without slowing down.
Chairman Koenitzer asked about other signs on the site. Mr. Ralph Saich,
19584 Via Grande Drive, Saratoga, said the existing signs would be down
within the month.
Member Sallan assured Mr. Pritchard that aesthetics of temporary signs
are important. Mr. Pritchard said aesthetics to him were primarily the
configuration and colors of signs.
Chairman Koenitzer announced this was a Public Hearing and opened the
meeting to comments at large. There were none.
Member Sallan moved to close Public Hearings. Seconded by Member Crubb.
Motion carried, 3-0
Member Sallan moved to approve De Anza Racquet Club request for temporary
sign permit on the property on the corner of Stevens Creek Boulevard and
Stelling Road as per exhibit presented and with the condition that the
approval is for a six month period of time at which time the applicant
shall either take the sign down or come back to this committee for an
extension. Seconded by Member Grubb.
Chairman Koenitzer notified the applicant his request had been approved.
PUBLIC HEARINGS:
2. Application HC -51,230.61 - Goodyear Service Store requesting
approval of signing for a retail store located westerly of and
adjacent to Saratoga -Sunnyvale Road and approximately 200 ft.
southerly of the intersection of Saratoga -Sunnyvale Road and
Homestead Road. Continued from H -Control meeting of May 8, 1975.
Assistant Planner Kramer gave the background of the application, noting
the applicant had recently received approval from the Planning Commission
and City Council to delete the condition which precluded an individual
pole sign for the Goodyear store. She referred to rendering of proposed
sign on the board and located placement on site. She also pointed out
existing signs, noting that applicant feels they do not have enough
visibility because of the trees. The applicant is proposing to remove
the sign on building facing Homestead Road.
The issue raised by staff is that a problem may result in the event the
shopping center requests a sign on the same frontage. Staff was
recommending that- prrnr sinnsham made_.te- include a Bbop ingceuter._s gn.
Ms. Kramer said she had spoken to Mr. Vanderlaan with regard to a
shopping center sign.
MINUTES OF THE MAY 22, 1975 H -CONTROL MEETING
An issue to be decided was whether Goodyear would be considered as
part of the shopping center or a separate parcel.
Chairman Koenitzer clarified that when and if the shopping center signs
on Homestead Road and Saratoga -Sunnyvale went in, the separate tenant
signs would have to come down.
Mr. Ray Blackwood, representing Goodyear store, said they were removing
the large sign over the entrance. He said they did not feel they were
part of the shopping center. He noted, the center had indicated they
were not interested in a sign on Saratoga -Sunnyvale Road. He said
they would not want a condition that would require their sign to be
taken down if a center sign went in.
Member Sallan noted the City was in a situation of developing a new
sign ordinance in which this situation had not been resolved. They
might be acting prematurely to approve this at this time on a piece
meal basis.
Mr. Blackwood said their store sign could not be seen and in their type
of business, their name had to be seen.
Slides were shown of the store and existing signs. Ms. Kramer pointed
out the possibility of cars blocking out a ground sign. The applicant
did not think this would be a problem.
Member Grubb suggested trading the two store signs for the ground sign.
Mr. Jim Martin, Federal Signs, said most people driving on Saratoga -
Sunnyvale .Road and Homestead Road would be watching traffic and not
looking up on the building. He pointed out the proposed sign is
designed to fit in with architecture of the building.
Chairman Koenitzer suggested putting the sign on facade of building,
such as Payless and PW.
Member Sallan asked if they had documentation that a ground sign would
serve better than what they had. Mr. Martin said their opinion was
based on observation and customer comment.
Mr. Frank Mulkern, president of the Chamber of Commerce, said he had
sat in on meetings at the Planning Commission and City Council levels
regarding this application. All of these concerns were discussed. He
pointed out this sign would be approximately a 40% reduction. The
Planning Commission had voted 4-1 in favor of granting a ground sign;
City Council voted 4-1 for a ground sign. Member Sallan clarified the
votes were for removal of condition; not for approval of this applica-
tion.
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Public Hear-
ings closed
MINUTES OF THE MAY 22, 1975 H -CONTROL MEETING
Mr. Mulkern read comments from commissioners and councilmen regarding
this application. He pointed out that Goodyear is considered a
separate parcel, not part of the shopping center. The trees do obscure
the signs on the building. He would hope a condition would not be put
on Goodyear to have them remove sign and incorporate in shopping sign
where they would get less identification.
Chairman Koenitzer pointed out this was the problem; they would be
setting a precedent. Mr. Mulkern said the City Council felt the store
was separate and not considered part of the center.
Chairman Koenitzer said his question was not with the sign itself, but
with whether the ground sign really would do the job. He referred to
the problem of splitting the shopping center up into separate parcels
and what happened to sign regulations.
Member Sallan said the key point was that they were looking beyond
aesthetics; they were dealing with issues of what would be down the
line. She could not approve it without a condition that could allow
them to operate in the future relative to Homestead Square shopping
center sign and sign ordinance.
Member Sallan referred to dumpster in back of the store, noting it has
tires spilling out of it. This snould be moved to the interior or have
a structure built around it.
there is an ordinance that trash containers will be enclosed.
Mr. Blackwood reiterated they are removing the large sign at entrance,
so would like to keep the wall sign. Mr. Mulkern said every building
needed a sign. There is no shopping center where the tenants do not
have a sign on the building. Member Sallan said she did not see where
the wall sign was serving any purpose.
Member Grubb said it was his opinion that both signs should come down
if the ground sign is allowed. He felt the ground sign would be an
improvement.
Chairman Koenitzer opened the meeting to public comment. There were none.
Member Sallan moved, seconded by Member Grubb, to close Public Hearings.
Motion carried, 3-0
MINUTES OF THE MAY 22, 1975 H -CONTROL MEETING
Member Sallan moved to recommend approval of Application HC -51,230.61
to the City Council, with Exhibits F and F-1, standard conditions of
approval and the following conditional conditions:
(1) That the sign is approved on conditional basis that in the
future at such time as there is a request for a shopping
center sign that the shopping center sign be incorporated
in the existing Goodyear sign or that the shopping center
design a new sign which makes provision for identification
of the Goodyear store.
(2) That the two signs currently on the building be removed.
(3) That the dumpster in the rear of the property is to be
enclosed or moved so it is not a visible eyesore; this
being a requirement of the City ordinance.
Seconded by Member Grubb.
AYES: Members Grubb, Sallan, Chairman Koenitzer
NOES: None
Motion carried, 3-0
The applicant was notified his application had been approved and would
be heard by the City Council at its June 2, 1975 meeting.
3. Application HC -51,088111 - Tymshare, Inc. requesting
approval of a sign plan for a light industrial building
located in the Valley Green Business Park on the north
side of Valley Green Drive east of Beardon Drive.
The Assistant Planner reported this request is for a low profile sign
for Building No. 1. The sign is in keeping with the sign ordinance
and sign guidelines. Since this is one parcel, any future ground signs
for Buildings 2 and 3 would require a sign exception.
In answer to Member Sallan, Ms. Kramer said the problem was the amount
of frontage. Under a Planned Development plans were required for entire
parcel and the applicant was not ready to construct the other two
buildings at this time. Because of circumstances, they are being
penalized.
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HC -51, 230.61
approved w/
conditions
HC -51,088.111
Tymshare, Inc
Member Sallan pointed out this was the same situation as the previous
application. This should be studied by the sign review committee.
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Public Hear-
ings closed
HC -51,038.
approved
HC -51,150 .1
Equity
Development
Company
HC -51,150.2
De Anza
Racquet Clut
MINUTES OF THE MAY 22, 1975 H -CONTROL MEETING
Ms. Pat J. D'Ajati of Tymshare said they planned to have Buildings 1 and
2 share the same sign. The reception lobby would be in a breezeway when
Building 2 was constructed.
Ms. D'Ajati answered Member Sallan that the sign would be lighted from
two small flood lights. These lights would have one bulb on each side.
The lights will be located in the shrubbery under sign. The sign will
be white washed redwood with black letters.
Chairman Koenitzer opened the meeting for comments from the audience.
There were none.
Member Sallan moved, seconded by Member Grubb, to close Public Hearings.
Motion carried, 3-0
Member Sallan moved to recommend to City Council approval of Application
HC -51,088.111, Tymshare, Inc. with Exhibits F and F -1, and standard
conditions of approval. Seconded by Member Grubb.
AYES: Members Grubb, Sallan, Chairman Koenitzer
NOES: None
Motion carried, 3-0jii
by the City Council at their June 2, 1975 meeting.
At 9:00 p.m. a recess was taken with the meeting reconvening at 9:18 p.m.
4. Application HC -51,150.1 - Equity Development Company requesting
approval of landscaping and lighting for a condominium develop-
ment located at the northwest corner of the intersection of
Stelling Road and Stevens Creek Boulevard.
It was decided to hear Application 5 simultaneously with Application
4 since the two are so closely related.
5. Application HC -51,150.2 - De Anza Racquet Club requesting
approval of landscaping for a commercial racquet club located
at the northwest corner of Stevens Creek Boulevard and Stelling
Road.
Assistant Planner Kramer noted these two applications should be heard
together because of the concern, of how they will tie together and also
to Memorial Park. She gave a brief background, noting only way to tie
them all together is by the landscaping.
MINUTES OF THE MAY 22, 1975 H -CONTROL MEETING
With regard to grading on tennis court, she referred to illustrations
she had distributed. Ms. Kramer described the mounding and landscaping
by use of exhibits on board. She also went over the grading plan for
the Equity Development Company project, noting both developments have
proposed undulating mounds along the perimeters of the property. She
pointed out similarities in landscaping.
The Assistant Planner spoke particularly to concern about landscaping
screening racquet club from residences. The tennis club has approxi-
mately 10 ft. of area to landscape; the condominium side has less.
Therefore screening will have to be accomplished by means of the plants
chosen for the racquet club.
Mr. Bryce I. Cann, Equity Development Company, said they were presenting
plans for fence, lighting, landscaping and signing and asked that all
these be considered.
Mr. Donald Boos, landscape architect for Village Green,referred to
exhibits on the board. He explained their landscaping concept. He
pointed out the diversity of the sidewalk treatment.
In answer to Member Grubb, Mr. Boos said the face side of retaining
wall between the racquet club and condominiums would be 12 ft. on
club side and because of fill, 8 ft. on patio side. It would be up
to individual owners to landscape patio side. Member Sallan said
this approach did not sound adequate. Ms. Kramer said the grading
plan was approved and this situation had existed then.
It was pointed out there would be a 6 ft. differential on patio side
rather than the 8 ft. previously stated.
Member Sallan ascertained the walls would be 12-1/2 ft. to 20 ft. from
the units.
Chairman Koenitzer asked about several notations on planting plan and
drawings. He said the eastern part of Alves Drive and the whole of
Stelling Road frontage had junipers as major ground cover. He would
like to see something else. Mr. Boos said they were using a juniper
with a blue tinge which would not grow out of bounds and would be easy
to maintain.
In answer to Member Sallan, Mr. Boos described the major effect of
Stelling Road landscaping.
It was noted there would be a variety of fence patterns behind the
units. The fence undulates with the mounding and sits 5 ft. above
grade.
Mr.Rodger Griffin of Dick Finnegan, Assoc. described the fence design
and indicated where the different panels would be used. He also
described the fencing around the pool area.
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MINUTES OF THE MAY 22, 1975 H -CONTROL MEETING
Mr. Griffin answered Member Sallan that the panel fence and the vertical
fence are different colors to blend with the units. He described how
they would be alternated.
Mr. Sanji Yamo, landscape architect for the racquet club, explained
their landscaping and how it would integrate with Equity Development
and Memorial Park landscaping.
Member Sallan referred to 12 ft. fence around tennis courts. The olive
trees are planted approximately on top of mound with raphiolepis along
fence. She did not feel this would cover the fence. She was concerned
about the effect for people along Stevens Creek Boulevard and for the
privacy of the players. Mr. Yamo pointed out the mounding was 6 ft.
higher than the sidewalk. Member Sallan said she thought 3 or 4 ft.
of chain link fence would be seen in places. Chairman Koenitzer
suggested the shrubs be brought forward on top of the mound.
Member Sallan suggested changing the varigated tobira to tobira and if
there is another plant that would grow higher than the raphiolepis, it
should be used. A discussion ensued on how high the raphiolepis would
grow. Chairman Koenitzer suggested using the Bill Evans variety which
would grow to 5 or 7 ft.
Member Sallan also referred to areas inside which separated courts and
driveways, suggesting something of 10 or 12 ft. growth shou-ld be
planted there. Mr. Yamo said they were limited as to size of the plant-
ing bed. Chairman Koenitzer suggested the same type of plant as used
at Fairbrae tennis courts.
Mr. Pritchard said they had flexibility with interior and asked the
committee members to state their preference for height of plants and
they would meet these requirements.
Member Sallan indicated several other areas where the plants should
be taller, noting they would be more attractive as well as forming
a screen and sound barrier. She reiterated her concern that the
tennis courts not have public access.
Member Sallan referred to guidelines, noting requirement for 5 gallon
plants on major frontages. This would apply to both Stevens Creek
Boulevard and Stelling Road frontages.
Chairman Koenitzer reiterated his suggestion to use Bill Evans variety
of raphiolepis and suggested the Burgundy variety of liquidambar tree
be used as it hangs onto its leaves longer.
On south and north ends of Stelling Road, Chairman Koenitzer noted,
there is one liquidambar tree among the olive trees. He suggested
adding 2 or 3 more to form a clump of liquidambar trees.
MINUTES OF THE MAY 22, 1975 H -CONTROL MEETING
Chairman Koenitzer commented the Hollywood juniper proposed for rear
fence would be striking but would not function as sight or sound
barrier. Mr. Yamo said there would be a solid wall behind the junipers
which were intended to be an accent. Chairman Koenitzer agreed with
this.
Chairman Koenitzer noted he did not see much integration between the
Stelling Road frontages. Member Sallan suggested this might be a way
to define the properties as long as the plants were aesthetically
compatible.
Ms. Kramer said the Memorial Park plan was for a variety of trees. She
spoke to continuity desired by the City. She agreed that on Anton Way
there was some transition but felt there should be more integration on
Stelling Road.
Mr. Boos said the Village Green development would not like to go to
olive trees.
Chairman Koenitzer asked if both applicants would be willing to continue
the applications. This was not agreeable to the applicants who said
they would be willing to follow, any suggestions for changes. Mr.
Pritchard suggested the approach of approving overall plan with the
condition there would be more transition in that area; he would hate
to have it continued. Member Sallan pointed out continuing the la--.d-
scaping portion would not hold up their project. She felt it would be
best if the applicants worked together and came back with a proposal.
Mr. Cann said because of financing, they had to have approval for the
complete plan.
Mr. Yamo suggested using pines to integrate, pointing out where he
would place them to tie the entrances together.
Mr. Boos asked if it should all be the same, or if there shoule be a
melding of the two landscaped areas. Chairman Koenitzer said it
should be transitional.
Member Sallan said if they wouldn't take a continuation, the approval
could be conditioned to show the committee's intent.
Lighting for the Village Green development was then discussed. Ms.
Kramer said the signing was not placed on agenda as she had not
received a plan. She referred to colored renderings on the board
of the sign proposals and distributed copies to the committee members.
The actual lighting fixtures were displayed. Mr. Boos described the
function of the fixtures.
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Public Hear-
ings closed
HC -51,150.1
approved w/
condition
MINUTES OF THE MAY 22, 1975 H -CONTROL MEETING
Mr. Boos used exhibit on board to locate placement of fixtures.
Mr. Boos described the entrance sign on Alves Drive, using the colored
rendering exhibited on the board. The sign would be built into a
planter. The sign inside the complex would contain the directory.
Chairman Koenitzer ascertained the entrance sign would be softly lit
by fluorescent lighting hidden in the planter on both sides. The
directory sign would be lighted from only one side.
Mr. Boos said the logo has not been finalized, but the colors would
be the same as those shown on the rendering. Chairman Koenitzer
stated the committee liked to see actual samples of the plastics
or paint to be used. He also said he saw no need for the 5'6" square
sign saying "Village Green" on the dir,_ctory sign as it was inside
the complex and the entrance sign was nearby.
No entrance sign was planned for the Anton Way side.
The hearing was then opened to public comment. There were none.
Member Sallan moved to close the Public Hearings. Seconded by Member
Irvine.
-Motion carried, 4-0
Member Sal Inn agreed with Chairman Koenitzer about large sign sayin
"Village Green" on directory sign. She asked the applicant if they
would be willing to cut it in half with perhaps just a little logo.
The applicant agreed.
Member Sallan moved to recommend approval of Application HC -51,150.1,
Equity Development Company's Village Green, to the City Council with
the standard conditions, Exhibits C, C-1, C-2, C-3, C-4, C-5, D -1,
D-2, D-3, D-4, E, E-1, E-2, E-3, E-4, E-5, Information Item. Relative
to site, this approval includes landscaping, lighting and signing.
On signing portion of applicatio n,'he condition is that on sign
considered the directory sign, the "Village Green" portion of the
jsign be deleted or omitted.
Seconded by Member Irvine.
AYES: Members Grubb, Irvine, Sallan, Chairman Koenitzer
NOES: None
Motion carried, 4-0
MINUTES OF THE MAY 22, 1975 H -CONTROL MEETING
Chairman Koenitzer announced the application was approved and would go
before the City Council on June 2, 1975. Chairman Koenitzer expressed
appreciation for their lighting exhibits.
Member Sallan moved to recommend approval to the City Council of
Application HC -51,150.2 with standard 11 -Control conditions, Exhibits
C 1st Revision and D 2nd Revision, and the following special conditions:
The approval is for landscaping:
(1) The intent with regard to shrubbery along Stevens Creek
Boulevard and Stelling Road is to ha+e the plantings
cover as much of the 12 ft. cyclone fence as is possible.
For this reason, the applicant is directed to either change
the India Hawthorn plantings proposed along side of fence on
these two frontages to some other variety that will grow
taller or that the plantings be placed in such a position
on the mound as to give maximum height.
(2) Change tobira varigated as indicated on legend to tobira.
(3) Substitute taller plantings around tennis courts for the
Raphiolepis indica. This is internal to the tennis courts
around driveway as entering along Stevens Creek Boulevard
and off Stelling Road at back tennis courts.
(4) That there be a transition of pines along the Stelling Road
frontage to more nearly integrate with the Village Green
proposal to the north.
(5) Add Liquidambar trees in clumps to the Stelling Road frontage
in a minimum of two places as was discussed at the meeting
and can be located on the exhibit.
(6) Change 1 gallon plantings to 5 gallon plantings as per
landscaping guidelines for major frontages.
(7) That the requirements as stated in above conditions be
satisfactorily met as presented to our City staff in order
to obtain building permit.
Seconded by Member Grubb.
AYES: Members Grubb, Irvine, Sallan and Chairman Koenitzer
NOES: None
Motion carried, 4-0
The applicant was notified of approval and that it would be heard by
the City Council at its June 2, 1975 meeting.
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HC -51,150.2
approved w/
conditions
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HC --51,075.4C
Valico
Fashion Part
Shopping
Center
HC -51,075.4C
continued
MINUTES OF THE MAY 22, 1975 H -CONTROL MEETING
6. Application HC -51,075.40 - Vallco Fashion Park Shopping Center
requesting approval for landscaping for the employees parking
lot located on the east side of Wolfe Road and for Vallco
Parkway on the west side of Wolfe Road.
The Assistant Planner said the plans for the employees parking lot had
been inadvertently overlooked at previous presentation. It would be
in keeping with the overall landscaping scheme for the shopping center.
The modification to the planting scheme on the west side of Vallco
Parkway under the covered parking area was to change the proposed
box trees to hanging planters. The engineers had felt the trees
would present a visual problem for drivers.
With re�,ard to treatment of parking lot, Ms. Kramer referred to
cross -sections through the mounded areas that indicated the effect
of the landscaping scheme when it reaches maturity.
It was noted that a preliminary site plan had been presented instead of
a later working drawing.
Mr. Bill Tagg, representing Vallco Park, said they were using the same
trees and shrubs as on west side which had been approved. He pointed
out the parking lot is depressed.
Mr. Tagg described the hanging baskets, saying there would be as much
Member Sallan expressed her disappointment that the landscape architect
was not present. She had a lot of concern about this application,
feeling the plants would not look very lush in the parking area.
A discussion was held on this point. Member Sallan felt the plants
should be moved closer to the top of the mound, rather than on the
parking lot side of mound. Mr. Tagg agreed.
Member Sallan said she did not think they had enough plants and bushes
that would create a third dimension.
After further discussion, Member Sallan moved to continue HC -51,075.40
to the next regular meeting when the applicant could speak to the
landscaping on Vallco Parkway and Wolfe Road, repositioning the plants
and adding shrubbery to Vallco Parkway frontage as well as part of the
Wolfe Road frontage. Seconded by Member Irvine.
Motion carried, 4-0
MINUTES OF THE MAY 22, 1975 H -CONTROL MEETING
7. Application HC -51,365.1 - D.S.L.. Company
As the cut-off time had been passed, this application was continued to
the next regular meeting.
Member Sallan submitted to two articles to staff for copying.
Member Sallan indicated her interest in having follow-up on growth of
5 gallon plants.
Ms. Kramer reported on Portal Plaza and Gemco. They had been contacted
about outside storage. Member Sallan said it was gone at Portal Plaza
for a day or so but it was back again.
Ms. Kramer said Crossroads Center had been contacted about weeds and
they had indicated these would be taken care of.
With regard to UCO station, Ms. Kramer said a condition on brightness
was not included as part of approval, but it would be measured and
the station contacted. She noted the landscaping had been installed.
ADJOURNMENT
At 12:00 midnight, the meeting was adjourned to the next regular meeting
of June 5, 1975 at 7:00 p.m.
APPROVED:
s/ R.D. Koenitzer, Jr.
Chairman
ATTEST:
/s/ Wm. E. Ryder
City Clerk
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