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HomeMy WebLinkAboutASAC Minutes - 07-22-1976CITY OF CUPERTINO, STATE OF CALIFORNIA 10300 Torre Avenue, Cupertino Telephone: 252-4505 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE ARCHITECTURAL AND SITE APPROVAL COMMITTEE HELD ON JULY 22, 1976, IN THE LIBRARY CONFERENCE ROOM, CITY HALL, CUPERTINO, CALIFORNIA SALUTE TO THE FLAG The meeting was called to order at 7:05 p.m. by Chairwoman Sallan with the Salute to the Flag. ROLL CALL Members present: Blaine, Claudy, Irvine, Chairwoman Sallan Members absent: Bond Staff present: Senior Planning Technician Mark Caughey INFORM REVIEW OF PLANNED DEVELOPMENT USE PERMIT APPLICATION: 1. 14-U-76 B.A.S. Homes, Inc.: Construction of 54 detached single-family homes located easterly and adjacent to North De Anza Boulevard approximately 1400 ft. northerly of the intersection of De Anza Boulevard and Stevens Creek Boulevard. Senior Planning Technician Caughey displayed and described proposal. Areas of concern: .... Area between industrial property to the north and residential development. A CCR was proposed so buyers would be aware the development was backed up to light industrial. .... Landscaping of wall. .... Offset in fence as on development across from development. .... 15 ft. setback for driveways. Roll up garage doors to be required. .... Provision for protection of property abutting the school. .... Concern about Lazaneo Drive not going through. HC -170 Page 1 HC -170 Page 2 MINUTES OF THE JULY 22, 1976 H -CONTROL MEETING 2. 15-U-76 Saratoga Foothills Development Corporation: Construction of 34 single-family residential homes located westerly and adjacent to Bandley Drive at the terminus of Bandley Drive. After studying the proposal, the committee members expressed the following concerns: .... Privacy problem for residences of existing apartment units adjoining the development. .... 5 ft. between houses - 10 ft. would be more appropriate .... Overhang APPROVAL OF MINUTES: On page 3, paragraph 5 should read as follows: "It was ascertained 18 ft. length would be acceptable for the garage driveway. Member Irvine.....". On page 2, paragraph 4, line 6, change the word "building" to "street". On page 2, paragraph 5, last line should read, "...the units on extreme west end of site, and felt this would.....". On page 4, first paragraph, delete word "panel" and "s" from the word "siding". There being no further corrections or additions, Member Blaine moved to approve Minutes of July 8, 1976. Seconded by Member Claudy. Motion carried, 3-0-1 Abstain: Sallan Chairwoman Sallan referred to page 5 and commented on redundancy of staff approval in the motion suggesting a single reference. POSTPONEMENTS: Item 9 was continued to meeting of August 5, 1976 per staff request. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS: None ORAL COMMUNICATIONS: None MINUTES OF THE JULY 22, 1976 H -CONTROL MEETING Chairwoman Sallan announced no item would be initiated after 11:30 p.m. PUBLIC HEARINGS: 3. Application HC -51,218.2 - Gene Pinkston (A & W) requesting approval of the modification of architecture and landscaping for an existing restaurant located at the northwest corner of Stevens Creek Boulevard and Portal Avenue. Continued from H -Control meeting of July 8, 1976. Staff report: Staff member Caughey referred to previous discussions, noting there had been no new input. Mr. Gene Pinkston, 5458 McKee Road, San Jose, displayed samples of orange shades painted on tile. He commented he thought the building was beautiful as it was. He pointed out the landscaping was looking good. A discussion was held on a shade of orange that would be acceptable to the committee members. Member Irvine pointed out it was difficult to pick a color from a color chip under fluorescent lights. UCB-AA-35 of staff display seemed to be an acceptable shade. Mr. Pinkston offered to present a painted sample to staff. Member Irvine suggested the tile be painted first with the existing color so it would be a true representation of what the final paint would look like. The landscaping was briefly discussed. Mr. Pinkston said there was an $8,000.00 bond being held against landscaping approval. There is a cease and desist order against them so they had not been able to put on the door to the trash enclosure. With regard to the lighting, Mr. Pinkston said he would notify their lighting contractor to turn the light down. Chairwoman Sallan clarified Mr.• Pinkston meant to change angle of fixture. She said the intensity of the bulb was the problem. Mr. Pinkston said this was an area where lighting was an asset. Chairwoman Sallan said the concern was aesthetic and the lighting is so bright it sticks out. She asked the applicant to consider taking out a bulb to lower intensity. Member Blaine said it was the glare she objected to and perhaps when the light fixture was turned downward, it could be determined if this would affect the glare. Mr. Pinkston again agreed to check with his lighting contractor. HC -170 Page 3 HC -51,218.2 Gene Pinks tor, (A&W) HC -170 Page 4 Public Hear- ing closed HC -51,218.2 Landscaping approved; roof paint continued MINUTE ORDERI to remove cease and' desist order HC -51,342.3 Winchell's Donut House MINUTES OF THE JULY 22, 1976 H -CONTROL MEETING Staff member Caughey said the stop work order could be removed by the Planning Director on direction of this committee. The committe agreed to do this since Mr. Pinkston had demonstrated good faith. The hearing was opened to public comments. There were none. Member Claudy moved to close Public Hearings, seconded by Member Irvine. Motion carried, 4-0 Member Blaine moved for approval of landscaping portion of Application HC -51,218.2 and continuation of approval of repainting of roof to the next meeting, at which time the applicant will submit a sample of paint on tile painted over original which is there now. Seconded by Member Claudy. Motion carried, 4-0 Chairwoman Sallan reported this would be on the City Council August 2 agenda. Roof discussion would be continued to August 5, 1976 meeting. A form showing status of application was given to Mr. Pinkston. Member Blaine moved for a Minute Order to Planning Director asking him to please remove cease and desist order on Mr. Pinkston's property since he has shown good faith and they are confident they will be resolving this. Seconded by Member Claudy. Motion carried, 4-0 4. Application HC -51,342.3 - Winchell's Donut House requesting exception to the following section of the City Sign Ordinance: Section 6.042 to allow more than one ground sign on a single lot; Section 6.044 to allow a ground sign to project over a portion of the public right-of-way; Section 7.021 (a) to allow a sign area in excess of three percent (3%) of the gross floor area of a commercial structure. Said business is located on the southwest corner of the intersection of Stevens Creek Boulevard and East Estates Drive within the Brentwood Market Shopping Center. Staff report: Slides were shown of the previous sign and existing sign, also existing shopping center sign which includes the Winchell Donut House. Mr. Caughey explained how previous sign had been damaged and when it was repaired the colors and lettering style had been changed. He explained ordinance covering sign repairs and read relevant portions of it. MINUTES OF THE JULY 22, 1976 H -CONTROL MEETING Member Irvine ascertained the applicant had been sent a copy of the ordinance in addition to numerous telephone calls regarding the repair of the sign. Mr. Clint C. Mullen, 30150 Ahern St. Union City, said their signs are prepared and installed by Heath Company. He had been asked to attend this meeting and was not too familiar with background of the situation. He said they feel they have not changed the structure of sign so therefore this part of the ordinance does not apply to them. It is the same height, the same size and the same lighting. They had changed face only to conform to their logo. He displayed a picture of their new type sign. Mr. Mullen said they were willing to work with the City of Cupertino I to rectify the situation. Mr. Mullen said the alternatives were (1) utilizing new type sign, roughly 25 sq. ft. (existing sign is about' 50 sq. ft.), (2) putting Winchell's on fascia. A picture of this was displayed. The option of repairing sign to exactly as it was before it was broken was noted. Mr. Mullen reiterated they do not feel they basically are in violation of anything. It was ascertained that Mr. Freedman of Heath Co. was aware that this would have to come to committee as a new application. Mr. Mullen reiterated they felt they did not structurally change the sign which was a key point of the ordinance. It was ascertained the existing sign was a legal non -conforming sign. A discussion was held on how this this would be worded in the new ordinance. Chairwoman Sallan asked if the City Attorney had made an interpretation as to what was covered by "structural" change. Mr. Mullen read from Section 6.56, noting they did not feel they had "structurally altered, changed, decreased or increased in size or relocated" their sign. Chairwoman Sallan said the change in the sign's style of lettering and color could be considered a change of copy. Mr. Mullen questioned whether this was what was meant as change of copy since the wording of the sign had remained the same. Chairwoman Sallan said they had changf the content of the sign. Chairwoman Sallan explained options. Mr. Mullen said in their opinion it is a better looking sign. Chairwoman Sallan stressed when the new sign ordinance is adopted, they would need to conform to it, clarify- ing to Mr. Mullen that they would be entitled to wall signs on each fascia as well as remaining on center sign. She also explained if they put the sign back exactly as it was it would be grandfathered which meant it could remain indefinitely. HC -170 Page 5 HC -170 Page 6 Public Hear- ing closed HC -51,342.3 continued to 8/5/76 HC -51,075.44 Vallco Park, Ltd. MINUTES OF THE JULY 22, 1976 H -CONTROL MEETING The applicant answered Chairwoman Sallan he would prefer to continue application. In the meantime the City Attorney would be asked to give an opinion on whether this sign should be considered to constitute the same sign. The hearing was opened to the public for comments. There were none. Member Irvine moved to close Public Hearings, seconded by Member Blaine. Motion carried, 4-0 Member Claudy moved for continuation of Application HC -51,342.3 to the next regular meeting date of August 5, 1976. Seconded by Member Blaine. Motion carried, 4-0 At 8:50 p.m. a recess was taken with the meeting reconvening at 9:04 p.m. 5. Application HC -51,075.44 - Vallco Park Ltd. requesting approval of modification of site, architecture, landscaping, grading, and lighting for tennis courts located on the west side of Wolfe Road south of Vallco Village Shopping Center. Staff report: Senior Planning Technician Caughey referred to staff memo of July 15, 1976 and indicated staff approval. He displayed site plans for comparison and a brochure on the automatic practice machine. The height of the building was to accomodate this function. A mix of redwood trees and Monterey pines along Linnet Lane was discussed. Mr. Noni Mendoza, Michael Painter & Assoc., San Francisco, said it was a good idea to keep the continuity of landscaping. The committee agreed. Site: With regard to additional bicycle racks, Mr. Bill Tagg of Vallco Park said it was a guessing game as to how many would be needed. He said if more were needed, they would be installed. It was ascertained the courts would be opened to public use. Mr. Dick Griffiths, 1080 O'Brien Drive, Menlo Park, explained the differ- ence between a practice court and a playing court and located their positions on the site. In response to Mr. Caughey's question, Mr. Griffiths said the bicycle racks being used would protect every part of the bike. It was agreed to condition the approval that if more racks were needed, they would be added. MINUTES OF THE JULY 22, 1976 H -CONTROL MEETING Architecture: No comments. Landscaping: The planting would be a continuation of existing landscaping. Grading: No comment. Lighting: It was ascertained the residents on Linnet Way were notified of previous meetings. A brief discussion on notification of adjoining property owners of hearings was held. Chairwoman Sallan said her concern was that lighting should not spill over into the residences. It was noted there is a time limit for use of lights on use permit. Chairwoman Sallan stressed if anyone complained about the lights, this would be just cause for reconsidera- tion. Mr. Ward said the use permit was specific on the protection of single family homes. Member Claudy was answered that signing will be under a new sign program for Vallco Fashiong Park in approximately one month. The meeting was opened to public comment. There were none. Member Blaine moved to close Public Hearings. Seconded by Member Irvine. Motion carried, 4-0 Member Claudy moved for approval of HC -51,075.44 subject to standard H -Control conditions with the further conditions that the trees along east side of Linnet Lane continue the plantings that exist there now, i.e. the original trees. Also that the lighting not be intrusive and be subject to committee review upon receive of complaints. Seconded by Member Irvine. AYES: Members Blaine, Claudy, Irvine, Chairwoman Sallan NOES: None Motion carried, 4-0 Chairwoman Sallan advised this would now be heard by the City Council at the August 2, 1976 meeting. C-170 age 7 Public Hear- ing closed HC -51,075 .44 approved w/ conditions HC -170 Page 8 HC -51,148.2 Lucky Stores, Inc. (Gemco) MINUTES OF THE JULY 22, 1976 H -CONTROL MEETING 6. Application HC -51,148.2 - Lucky Stores, Inc. (Gemco) requesting approval of site, architecture and landscaping for remodeling of an existing service station located at the northeast corner of Stevens Creek Boulevard and Saich Way. Chairwoman Sallan said she was gratified to see this application. Staff report: Senior Planning Technician Caughey said they had met with applicant representatives and indicated certain concerns the City had. He noted this application had answered all these concerns. He expressed appreciation for their cooperation. Mr. Caughey referred to staff recommendation of "pork chop" shape planter on the westernmost two new parking stall banks. Also the concern that a less sensitive Pinus specie should be used. The impact of Chinese Evergreen Elm on proposed Gazinia ground cover was a point of discussion, as was the proposed Raphiolepsis along Bandley Drive planter. Slides of the site were shown. Mr. J. R. Justus, 1701 Marina Blvd., S. L., said they were willing to put in the "pork Chop" planters recommended by staff. Site: Member Blaine asked about trash enclosure, having noted the dumpster sitting in the open area. Mr. Justus said he had been all around the site that evening and had not seen one, but they could build a screen if it was necessary. Architecture: Chairwoman Sallan ascertained it was their intent to leave the fascia white. Signing: Noting there are a total of seven proposed wall signs to be installed at the service station site, Chairwoman Sallan said this would require the committee to go outside the ordinance which would allow only two signs. Mr. Justus said the tire and the gas tenants are entirely separate. There is only one illuminated sign which is on the canopy. Member Claudy said he was concerned about setting a precedent in allowing 7 signs. Mr. Justus was asked which two signs were absolutely critical. He pointed out again these are two separate tenants and could therefore qualify for four signs. Member Irvine agreed. Chairwoman Sallan suggested holding approval until the tenants could be contacted to find out which signs were most important to them. Mr. Justus noted time was a problem. It was explained the rest of the application could be approved and the modifications began. MINUTES OF THE JULY 22, 1976 H -CONTROL MEETING Member Blaine referred to the possibility of their wanting a reader board. It was clarified to Mr. Justus that staff could approve any two of the seven signs. The committee would have to approve more than two. Mr. Justus said the red lettering in the signs were 12" high and would be the same red as on Gemco. Landscaping: Member Blaine suggested the oleanders be continued. After a discussion, it was the consensus of the committee that they were not concerned about use of pines, the ground cover choice was acceptable and the choice of Rapheolepsis should be of the variety that grows 6' or 7' such as the "Bill Evans". Member Blaine suggested more bushes be added to east planter. Mr. Justus agreed to continue shrubs to the rear of the building. Using the slides, Mr. Justus indicated where additional bushes would be planted. The slides also showed there was a trash enclosure already. Hollywood junipers was the plant Mr. Justus proposed for the east planter. Chairwoman Sallan again expressed her appreciation for Gemco coming in voluntarily, noting that the City would look much the better for it. The hearings were opened to the public. There were no comments. Member Blaine moved to close Public Hearings. Seconded by Member Claudy. Motion carried, 4-0 Member Blaine moved for approval of HC -51,148.2 with standard H - Control conditions and (1) Any two of proposed signs will be subject to staff approval. If more than two signs are desired that portion of the application will be continued to the meeting of August 5, 1976. HC -170 Page 9 Public Hear- ings closed HC -170 Page 10 HC -51,148.2 approved w/ conditions MINUTES OF THE JULY 22, 1976 H -CONTROL MEETING (2) Red color to match Gemco sign. Letters will be 12". (3) Hollywood junipers will be planted in the planters on east side of automobile service building. (4) Planter in northeasternmost planter island will be changed to a "pork chop" shape to be similar to that of opposite end of parking aisle. (5) Raphiolepsis along Bandley Drive will be a type that will grow 6' to 7' high. Staff to include choice in resolution. Seconded by Member Claudy. AYES: Members Blaine, Claudy, Irvine, Chairwoman Sallan NOES: None Motion carried, 4-0 Chairwoman Sallan asked that staff given opinion if more than two signs would constitute an exception since it is two tenants. It was announced that application had been approved and would be before City Council on August 2, 1976. 7. Application HC -51,027.4 - Northern California Savings and Loan requesting approval of landscaping and signing for a bank facility located at the northeast corner of De Anza Boulevard and Rodrigues Avenue. Staff report: Senior Planning Technician Caughey reiterated concerns expressed in staff report of July 15, 1976: possibility of evergreen tree variety mixed in with the deciduous along De Anza Boulevard, the suggestion of some colorful shrubs along Rodrigues Avenue and the suggestion of scaling down the wall sign. He also mentioned the requirement of having drive up window sign light turned off at end of normal work day. Mr. Caughey thanked the applicant for working closely with the staff to save native trees on the site. Landscaping: Mr. Harry Tsugawa, 763 Chestnut Street, Santa Cruz, said he never used color, he used texture. The flowering plants need more maintenance. He said he had tried to maintain continuity with the xylosma. He explained his intent of plants in front of building and why he had chosen them. MINUTES OF THE JULY 22, 1976 H -CONTROL MEETING Mr. Dan Bias, 139 Montclair Drive, Santa Cruz, pointed out planting areas in front which will have bright leaves and a blue flower. Mr. Tsugawa answered Chairwoman Sallan he could not find an evergreen tree that would achieve the desired effect he was after. He answered Member Blaine that the longest the trees would be without leaves would be about 3-1/2 months. Member Claudy felt Mr. Tsugawa had made a good statement as to his choices. Member Blaine agreed the plants had been selected to go with the building, which was important. Member Blaine ascertained an automatic watering system would be put in. Chairwoman Sallan suggested the addition of extra xylosma to the south planter on Rodrigues. Mr. Tsugawa agreed to do this. It was noted several could be added without creating visibility problem. Signing: It was ascertained the ground sign would match the building color. With regard to wall sign, Member Claudy said he liked the lettering style and location but wondered if sign could be scaled down a little. Mr. Bias answered Chairwoman Sallan that they wanted most signing on De Anza Boulevard since they had experienced an identification problem. Chairwoman Sallan did not think the blue in the sign really went with the building. Also that the letters are of a significant size. She was concerned about three signs on front of building. Member Claudy said he felt these were tasteful signs. Member Blaine said she did not have any problem with the signs either as long as colors were tied in. Mr. Bias said the can and background of building will be the same color. The 15" letters of sign were designed to fit this area. While Chairwoman Sallan felt 12" letters would be more appropriate, Members Blaine and Claudy felt the sign as proposed was acceptable. Member Irvine agreed. It was agreed the drive up window light should be closed off at close of normal banking hours. The meeting was opened to public comment. There were none. HC -170 Page 11 HC -170 Page 12 Public Hear ing closed HC -51,027.4 approved w/ conditions MINUTES OF THE JULY 22, 1976 H -CONTROL MEETING Member Claudy moved to close Public Hearings, Seconded by Member Irvine. Motion carried, 4-0 Member Claudy moved to approve HC -51,027.4 subject to standard H -Control conditions and additional conditions that (1) Illuminated drive up window sign will be turned off at end of business hours. (2) Additional xylosmas will be added to planter box immediately adjacent to Rodriques Avenue. Seconded by Member Blaine. AYES: Members Blaine, Claudy, Irvine NOES: Chairwoman Sallan Chairwoman Sallan said she liked the landscaping but did not feel comfortable with the aesthetics and intensity of the signing approach. Motion carried, 3-1 Mr. Bias said there could be additional directional signing at entrances and exits. Chairwoman Sallan said this should have been part of this application. It was agreed this could be presented to staff. Chairwoman Sallan indicated application had been approved and would be heard by the City Council on August 2, 1976. 8. Application HC -51,096.1 - Top Fashion Furniture requesting approval of a sign plan for an existing furniture store located on the north side of Stevens Creek Boulevard. Staff report: Staff member Caughey displayed a colored rendering of the proposed sign. He indicated the applicant intended to place a 6 ft. x 8 ft. planter box beneath the sign. Slides of the site were shown. Mr.Herman Hijmans, 23311 Mora Glen, Los Altos, said there would not be any sprinkler system for planter box. Extensive landscaping would be done at time of remodeling of building at a later date. F' MINUTES OF THE JULY 22, 1976 H -CONTROL MEETING Mr. Hijmans said the earth tone colors of the sign would be the same as the building. Yellow chips for letters were displayed. He said they would like to have as yellow a letter as possible. He clarified the letters would be wooden letters attached to the sign board. No. 121 PMS tone yellow was agreed upon. Mr. Caughey read page 24, Section 4.03 of sign draft. Mr. Hijmans said the La -Z -Boy was a separate franchise that has to have its own identification. It was suggested a narrow piece of wood could separate the name of the store and the La -Z -Boy name. Chairwoman Sallan noted this would indicate a tenant type situation. Member Blaine agreed and Members Claudy and Irvine said they could approve it without or with the division. Member Irvine noted that framework did not count as sign area as ordinance reads. A discussion was held on this. Chairwoman Sallan noted this was something that should be sent to City Council for consideration before finalizing new ordinance. Landscaping planter was discussed. Mr. Hijmans said they were not particular about what was planted. The choice shown was deciduous. Chairwoman Sallan determined this was the best that could be done landscaping -wise at this time. Mr. Hijmans said they would like to upgrade considerably as soon as possible. In answer to Member Irvine, Mr. Caughey said there was parking space in the rear of the building. The hearing was opened to public comments. There were none. Member Blaine moved to close Public Hearings, seconded by Member Claudy. Motion carried, 4-0 Member Blaine moved for approval of Application HC -51,096.1 with standard H -Control conditions and (1) The color of lettering on the sign will be the same as PMS #121. (2) That there shall be a strip of lighter color wood to match outside trim separating name and La -Z -Boy Showcase. HC -170 Page 13 Public Hear- ing closed HC -170 Page 14 HC -51,096.1 approved w/ conditions HC -51,322 .2 Continued to meeting o� 8/5/76 MINUTES OF THE JULY 22, 1976 H -CONTROL MEETING (3) The cotoneaster in the planter will be changed to another plant which will perform same function but will be evergreen. (4) The lights will be reviewed by staff after installation. Seconded by Member Irvine. AYES: Members Blaine, Claudy, Irvine, Chairwoman Sallan NOES: None Motion carried, 4-0 Chairwoman Sallan noted this application would now be heard by the City Countil on August 2, 1976. Mr. Hijmans said the lighting from A&W was too bright and asked if he could plant landscaping to block it off. He was urged to contact A&W about this concern and was told if he wanted to landscape on site, the proposal should be presented to staff. Chairwoman Sallan noted she wished he had spoken at hearing earlier on A&W application. 9. Application HC -51,322.2 - William Herman requesting approval of site modification for a 61 unit single family cluster development located adjacent to and easterly of Stevens Canyon Road approximately 200 feet southerly of Riverside Drive. Continued to August 5, 1976 per request of staff. UNFINISHED BUSINESS: A brief discussion was held on definition of change of copy. It was noted this should be included in the ordinance. Sign housing area was discussed. Member Claudy suggested staff should consider this and make a recommendation at the next meeting as to how this should be evolved. Mr. Caughey indicated he would confer with the Planning Director and Consultant Kramer. A brief discussion was held on Section 7 of sign ordinance. Mr. Caughey was to check in new ordinance to see how sign area computation with regard to frame could best be implemented. MINUTES OF THE JULY 22, 1976 H -CONTROL MEETING It was noted that Bumbleberry restaurant was out of business and that negotiations were under way for a new tenant at which time the sign would be considered. Notification of residents of other cities who would be impacted by applications was discussed. Mr. Caughey offered to prepare a report which would include options on means of contacting interested parties. Member Blaine felt property owners of other cities as well as those of Cupertino should be notified. With regard to tours of the committee, Chairwoman Sallan suggested that she be the one to communicate with business or residentsand make arrangements so -there would not -be any misunderstanding between the chairwoman, other committee members -and the business community. The tour of August 14, 1976 was deferred until September. Mr. Caughey indicated he had not talked to owners of Drexel Furniture in regard to sign frame color. ADJOURNMENT At 11:58 p.m. the meeting was adjourned to the meeting of August 5, 1976 at 7:00 p.m. APPROVED: /s/ C. Nancy Sallan Chairwoman ATTEST: /s/ Wm. E. Ryder City Clerk HC -170 Page 15