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HomeMy WebLinkAboutASAC Minutes 01-08-1976CITY OF CUPERTINO, STATE OF CALIFORNIA 10300 Torre Avenue, Cupertino. Telephone: 252-4505 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE ARCHITECTURAL AND SITE APPROVAL COIITTEE HELD ON JANUARY 8, 1976 IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL, CUPERTINO, CALIFORNIA SALUTE TO THE FLAG The meeting was opened at 7:12 p.m. by Chairman Koenitzer with the Salute to the Flag. ROLL CALL Members present: Dressler, Irvine, Sallan and Chairman Koenitzer Members absent: None Staff present: Assistant Planner Toby Kramer Assistant Planner Steve Piasecki INFORMAL REVIEW OF PLANNED DEVELOPMENT USE PERMIT APPLICATION: None APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Minutes of December 18, 1975 Page 9, paragraph 7, second line, the initials should be O.S.H.A. On page 4, paragraph 7, starting with line 4 should read: "..... ascertained existing fixtures are 30'. Chairman Koenitzer felt that having 30' poles east of the building and 14' poles west of the building would be satisfactory. The 30' poles will match the existing shopping center poles. The building will provide visual separation between the 30' poles and the 14' poles." On page 10, second to last paragraph, Applications HC -51,075.39 and HC -51,075.41 were continued to end of meeting. There being no further corrections, Member Sallan moved to approve Minutes of December 18, 1975 as amended. Seconded by Member Irvine. Motion carried, 3-0-1 Abstain: Dressler a HC -154 Page 1 Minutes of 12/18/75 approved as amended HC -154 Page 2 HC -51,338.1 Eureka :ederal Savings and Loan - Con't HC -51,015 .19 Jerry's Pant and Things continued to end of agenda HC -51,373.1 Burdick Development Comp any MINUTES OF THE JANUARY 8, 1976 H -CONTROL MEETING POSTPONEMENTS: In accordance with staff's request, Member Sallan moved to continue item #4, HC -51,338.1 - Eureka Federal Savings and Loan Association to the next regular meeting. Seconded by Member Irvine. Motion carried, 4-0 WRITTEN CON11UNICATIONS: A letter from Self Sery Food Corporation (Burger Pit) dated January 7, 1976. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS: Assistant Planner Kramer had to leave for a Parks and Recreation Committee meeting and asked that a date be set for the review of the proposed Sign Ordinance draft. A date was set for January 19, 1976 at 7:30 p.m. in the Conference Room. Chairman Koenitzer announced no item would be initiated after 11:30 p.m. PUBLIC HEARINGS: 1. Application HC -51,015.19 - Syd Jacobs, DBA Jerry's Pants and Things Since the applicant was not present, Member Sallan moved to continue HC -51,015.19 to the end of the agenda. Seconded by Member Irvine. Motion carried, 4-0 2. Application HC -51,373.1 - Burdick Development Company requesting approval of site, architecture, landscaping and grading for six single-family residences located southerly of and adjacent to Rodrigues Avenue approximately 750 ft.westerly of the intersection of Rodrigues Avenue and Blaney Avenue. Staff report: Assistant Planner Piasecki referred to site plan and eleva- tions exhibited on board. Mr. Piasecki referred to staff memo suggestion for denser planting on Rodrigues frontage to enclose and more properly separate this area from the potential higher intensity uses across Rodrigues Avenue. A common area with street furniture was also suggested. MINUTES OF THE JANUARY 8, 1976 H -CONTROL MEETING It was pointed out the private drive should be clearly marked "one way". There should be lighting at each unit and in common area in center of development; lighting to be low profile type. Mr. Piasecki pointed out the possibility of privacy intrusion on unit 4. Slides were shown of the site and surrounding area. Mr. Norman R. Burdick, 819 Ticonderoga Drive, Sunnyvale, said the concept of the development was a PUD zero lot. He concurred with staff's suggestions except for the common area. If it was really important to have it in center rather than at north parking area. Mr. Burdick felt the lots were large enough that the common area was not necessary. Site: After a brief discussion, it was the consensus of the staff that a public gathering area was not necessary. Member Dressler suggested moving parking spaces to enlarge focal center landscaping. Architecture: Mr. Burdick answered Member Dressler that shake roofing would be used. The elevations were briefly studied. Landscaping: Mr. Burdick agreed to increasing landscaping along Rodrigues Avenue. He answered Member Sallan there was a 3' mound with Xylosma. After discussion it was felt this would be sufficient. Mr. Burdick said he would confer about this with staff. With regard to unit 4, Chairman Koenitzer suggested some screening trees be planted in rear of lot now to get some growth in. Grading: Satisfactory. Lighting: Mr. Burdick said there would be individual lights at each unit with low profile lighting in parking area. Member Dressler ascertained both lights would be on low poles. The hearing was opened to public for comments. There were none. Member Dressler moved to close Public Hearings. Seconded by Member Irvine. HC -154 Page 3 Public Hear ing closed Motion carried, 4-0 HC -154 Page 4 HC -51,373.1 approved w/ conditions HC -51,075.4 Watkins - Johnson Company MINUTES OF THE JANUARY 8, 1976 H -CONTROL MEETING Member Dressier moved to recommend approval of Application HC -51,373.1 to the City Council, subject to standard conditions and with the Exhibits A, B, B-1, B-2 and C as presented in the packet, colors to be as repre- sented on board, and the added special conditions: (1) The applicant is to pursue the lighting plan with the City staff to provide low intensity lighting for each unit as well as the parking area. (2) Traffic circulation be one-way circulation clearly marked on the private drive. (3) Applicant add landscape screening to the easterly boundary line of lot 4 to provide privacy intrusion protection to neighboring dwelling to the approval of the City staff. Seconded by Member Irvine. AYES: Members Dressler, Irvine, Sallan and Chairman Koenitzer NOES: None Motion carried, 4-0' The applicant was informed his application would be heard by the City Council at the January 19, 1976 meeting. 3. Application HC -51,075.43 - Watkins -Johnson Company requesting approval of site, architecture, landscaping, grading and lighting for the first phase of a three building light industrial complex located adjacent to and southerly of Pruneridge Avenue approxi- mately 500 ft. westerly of Tantau Avenue. Staff report: Assistant Planner Piasecki referred to map showing loca- tion of this site and surrounding developments. The major concern was the location of the propane and gas storage tanks on the west side of the building. These are indicated as horizontal; if vertical tanks are deemed necessary, the applicant should indicate at this time where and how they will be screened. Slides were shown of site and surrounding area. Chairman Koenitzer asked about height of nearby ISS building as compared with proposed building. It was ascertained this building is 46' high and the ISS building about 35'. MINUTES OF THE JANUARY 8, 1976 H -CONTROL MEETING Mr. Joseph Ehrlich,2470 El Camino, Palo Alto, architect of Watkins - Johnson Company and Hewlett-Packard, pointed out the Westfield develop- ment is 5 acres and Watkins -Johnson is 3 acres. This building will be almost the same height as the new Hewlett-Packard building now out to bid. The reason for the height is that mechanical equipment and air conditioning ducts are between the floors one and two. It is far enough away from any neighboring structure so it will not be visually obstrusiv With regard to storage tanks, these will be landscaped from public view Mr. Ehrlich said. Site: Satisfactory. Architecture: With regard to height of building, Mr. Piasecki said this had been discussed by the City Council and Planning Commission and apparently neither had considered the height objectionable. It was noted that elevator penthouse would be the only proturbance above roof line. This was briefly discussed. Landscaping: The requirement for redwood trees along freeway was discussed. Mr. Jim Coleman, landscape architect, said they did not have all the plants checked out in specific areas as yet. He explained their intended proposal. It was ascertained the mound on Pruneridge Avenue is 5' high with shrubs and ground cover in addition to trees. After discussion, it was noted the committee would like to see the landscaping plans in more details and would prefer to continue land- scaping portion of application. Grading: Satisfactory. Lighting: Chairman Koenitzer pointed out it would be better to have bulbs similar to those used by adjacent developments. Mr. Ehrlich answered Member Dressler the poles would be 20' high. Chairman Koenitzer asked about proposal for signing. Mr_Ehrlich said plans are not developed but signing would be consistent with signing already in Vallco Park. They will be architecturally coordinated and quite restrained. Locations on site for identification were pointed out. 4-. HC -154 Page 5 HC -154 Page 6 Public Hea ing closed MINUTES OF THE JANUARY 8, 1976 H -CONTROL MEETING Member Sallan questioned whether this was maximum screening of tanks that could be proposed. Mr. Ehrlich said they considered the building. housing tanks quite attractive. Chairman Koenitzer pointed out need for landscaping on westerly side of building also. The meeting was opened to public comment. There we -re none. Member Sallan moved, seconded by Member Irvine, to close Public Hearings. Motion carried, 4-0 Member Dressler moved to recommend approval of Application HC -51,075.43 to the City Council as presented tonight with Exhibits A, B and B-1 and subject to the standard conditions and the following special conditions: (1) Continue landscaping portion of application to a future meeting to give applicant an opportunity to present final landscaping details. (2) That -the lighting intensity is subject to review and approval after installation by the City staff. (3) That the applicant insure that the design of tank farm is adequate and correct for horizontal tank storage and should there be a requirement for vertical tanks that the applicant make proper design improvements and reapply to this committee for approval. - (4) That the building has no further appertanence protruding above and exceeding the top of the parapet other than the designed elevator shaft housing. (5) Applicant is to present color samples to the City staff for approval with the intent of maintaining colors as presented on presentation exhibits. Seconded by Member Sallan. Mr.Ehrlich said the colors would be mixed in with concrete and would be earth tone. A brief discussion was held on condition relating to storage tanks. AYES: Members Dressler, Irvine, Sallan and Chairman Koenitzer NOES: None - Motion carried, 4-0 The applicant was notified this would be heard by the City Council at its January 19, 1976 meeting. MINUTES OF THE JANUARY 8, 1976 H -CONTROL MEETING 4. Application HC -51,338.1 - Eureka Federal Savings and Loan Association of San Francisco Postponed as per staff's request 5. Application HC -51,374.1 - Self Sery Food Corporation (Burger Pit) requesting approval of the modification of architecture and landscaping for an existing restaurant located at the southwest corner of Stevens Creek Boulevard and Blaney Avenue. Staff report: Assistant Planner Piasecki referred to exhibits on board. He pointed out a rendering showing staff's recommendation for land- scaping.. Mr. Piasecki explained the intent of applicant to remove equipment from roof and to replace roof. Slides were shown and samples of materials exhibited. Mr. Piasecki explained staff's suggestion that the applicant sign a statement agreeing to participate in on -site improvements associated with site modifications on the adjacent property. Member Irvine pointed out the curb cut as shown in slides did not agree with plans as presented. Mr. F. Dennis Burrow, 644 University, Los Gatos, architect, explained the reason for the application. He said one piece of equipment must remain on the roof and explained why. This will be concealed by screening. Mr. Burrow said there is no intent to change colors of existing building With regard to landscaping, they are agreeable to most recommendations. Mr. Burrow expressed concern over staff recommendation to close the northerly most driveway on Blaney Avenue. Mr. Burrow said the drawing was in error as regarding the placement of the curb cut. He said the planting on corner- should be small so cars would not drive over it. He said cement curbs would be chipped by cars. Architecture: Chairman Koenitzer stressed that none of the equipment would be unscreened. Mr. Burrows explained how screening would have to allow for air circulation but would cut off line of sight. Mr. Frank Hopkins gave a brief background of building and the reason for modifications. HC -154 Page 7 HC -51, 374.1 Burger Pit HC -154 MINUTES OF THE JANUARY 8, 1976 H -CONTROL MEETING Page 8 Landscaping: A discussion was held on whether to close northern most driveway of Blaney Avenue and whether or not to eliminate three planters in parking lot as proposed by the staff Mr. Hopkins explained how the two driveways were used. In light of proposed agreement with other property owners, they are asking not to close curb cut now. Chairman Koenitzer explained the City's position in trying to reduce the number of curb cuts. Mr. Doug Adams, 14363 Saratoga Avenue, Saratoga, attorney, said this was the first. time they have been asked to put anything in writing; it has always been on a "gentlemen's agreement" basis. There has always been a mutual trust between the City and the Burger Pit. He explained their reasons for not wanting to sign an agreement on something that might be happening in the future. Chairman Koenitzer said it was a written commitment to bargain in good faith. It should be discussed with the City Attorney for proper wording to take care of both businesses. Member Sallan said she was happy with the applicant's willingness to upgrade the property. Her preference would be to go with plans as proposed by staff. She was in favor of closing curb cut closest to Stevens Creek Boulevard because of (1).site circulation safety and (2) adequate ingress -egress still maintained with closing one curb cut The landscape architect should design with plants that will provide screening and still be hardy,:enough to survive.. Mr. Burrow explained planting proposal choices. Member Sallan suggested something in planter #4 that would grow a little taller than that proposed. Member Irvine said if closing curb cut he was concerned about end car. Restripeing and moving planter bed should be considered. Mr. Burrow said he agreed it would take further study. They are concerned about this planter space because of damage from cars, exhaust fumes, etc. It was stressed that landscaping along Stevens Creek Boulevard was extremely critical. The question of encroachment was discussed. Member Sallan said she could see justification in this type of situation for encroaching 5' into sidewalk area - a 5' sidewalk is sufficient. Mr. Piasecki spoke to the concept of maintaining consistency. Mr. Hopkins spoke again about their concern at closing the driveway on Blaney Avenue. Mr. Adams said there has never been an accident there 1 because of the two cuts. Member Dressler proposed an alternate plan for closing the southerly curb cut. MINUTES OF THE JANUARY 8,1976 H -CONTROL MEETING It was ascertained the applicant would be agreeable to a continuance. Staff is to look at the suggestion of encroaching 5' on Stevens Creek Boulevard. The City Attorney will be contacted about statement for applicant to sign about joint curb cut with the other two owners of adjacent propertie Member Sallan asked about existing sign. Mr..Piasecki said the sign is non -conforming because of lack of frontage. At some point in the future this will have to be addressed. Mr. Adams wanted the records to note that they feel the sign is valid. Chairman Koenitzer explained the new Sign Ordinance being considered which would contain an amortization clause for non -conforming signs. Member Sallan moved to continue Application HC -51,374.1 to the next regularly scheduled meeting. Seconded by Member Irvine. Motion carried, 4-0 1. Application HC -51, 015_.19- Syd Jacobs, DBA Jerry's Pants and Thin gs The applicant was still not present. Member Irvine moved to continue to next regularly scheduled meeting. Seconded by Member Sallan. Motion carried, 4-0 NEW BUSINESS Member Irvine noted that A*AAA Mini -storage sign was approved until opening of business. He noted the sign now indicated they were in operation. Staff will check. Chairman Koenitzer again referred to blockingof sidewalk at Rifredi's shopping area. Staff to check. Member Sallan suggested she and Membe ride around the City of Cupertino and After discussion, Member Sallan moved form a sub -committee of two to make a of Cupertino of areas that need to be Seconded by Member Irvine. r Irvine form a sub -committee to list areas that need improving. that Members Irvine and Sallan fact finding tour of the City looked at for improvement. Motion carried, 4-0 HC -154 Page 9 HC -51,374.1 continued to next meeting HC -51, 015 .l continued t: next meetin BC -154 Page 10 MINUTES OF THE JANUARY 8, 1976 H -CONTROL MEETING Chairman Koenitzer reported on a meeting held by Mayor Jackson. o£ committee chairmen. He reported on items discussed. He advised; the next meeting will be on the first Thursday in February. Any input:- or suggestions to be taken before this group should be submitted. to_ him prior to that time. Assistant. Planner Piasecki suggested a meeting between H-Controlcommittee, and staff to look at concerns and discuss functions of the committee. A time will be decided upon at a later date. ADJOURNMENT At 10:00 p.m. Member Dressler moved to adjourn to the next regular - meeting to be held at 7:00 p.m. on January 22, 1976. Seconded by Member Irvine. Motion carried, 4-0 APPROVED: /s/ R.D. Koenitzer, Jr. Chairman ATTEST: /s/ Wm. E. Wider City Clerk