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HomeMy WebLinkAboutASAC Minutes - 03-09-1978CITY OF CUPERTINO, STATE OF CALIFORNIA 10300 TORRE AVENUE, CUPERTINO, CA 95014 Telephone: (408) 252-4505 REGULAR MEETING OF THE ARCHITECTURAL AND SITE APPROVAL COMMITTEE HELD ON MARCH 9, 1978 IN THE CONFERENCE ROOM, ROOM 105, CITY HALL CUPERTINO, CALIFORNIA SALUTE TO THE FLAG The meeting was called to order at 6:55 p.m. by Chairperson Claudy ROLL CALL Members Present: Ripplinger, Bond, Sallan, Irvine, Chairperson Claudy Members Absent: None Staff Present: Mark Caughey, Assistant Planner INFORMAL REVIEW OF PLANNED DEVELOPMENT USE PERMIT APPLICATION: None APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Minutes of Regular Meeting of February 23, 1978 Member Bond moved and Chairperson Claudy seconded that the minutes of February 23, 1978 be approved as submitted. Motion carried, 3-0 Members Ripplinger and Sallan abstaining POSTPONEMENTS - None WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS - None ORAL COMMUNICATIONS - None PUBLIC HEARINGS: 1. Application HC -51,088.19 - Nitron, Inc. requesting approval of site and architecture for an industrial tank farm located at 10420 Bubb Rd Mr. Bill Chalmers was present for this application. Color slides of the site were shown. The intent of the application is to have all storage tanks enclosed and to open a fire lane which is presently fenced off. The only Staff suggestions were that landscaping be added on the south and east sides and that shrubs should be a minimum five gallon initial size; Mr. Chalmers agreed that this would be desir- able. Member Sallan suggested that plantings along the chain link fence with redwood slats the applicant proposes be tall to minimize the view of the fence. Mr. Chalmers said this would be fine. HC -213 Page 1 HC -213 MINUTES OF THE MARCH 9, 1978 ASAC MEETING Page 2 The Central Fire District Office suggested that a condition be made that fire sprinklers be installed adjacent to the chemical tanks. Mr. Chalmers noted that he has made accommodation for sprinklers. Since there were no comments from the audience, Member Sallan moved and Member Ripplinger seconded that the public hearing be closed. Motion carried, 5-0 Approval of Member Sallan moved that Application HC -51,088.19 be approved subject Application to the Standard ASAC conditions 1-8 and conditions 9-12 as follows: HC -51,088.19 ! 9. The recommendation of approval is based upon Exhibits A and B of this application except as may be amended by special conditions contained herein. 10. Shrubs to be installed at the tank farm fence periphery to be minimum five gallon container initial size, planted at 5 to 6 ft. off -center. 11. Exhibit B is to be modified to change proposed plants along fence to a type of plant which will achieve a minimum 6' height subject to Staff approval. 12. The chain link fence on the west exposure to be chain link with redwood slats. The motion was seconded by Member Ripplinger. Motion carried, 5-0 This application will go before the City Council on March 20, 1978. 2. Application HC -51,027.17 - Andrew P. Jara requesting approval of site, architecutre, landscaping, lighting, grading and signing for a professional office building located on the south side of Pacifica Drive, east of De Anza Boulevard. Mr. Andrew Jara and Mr. Ed Wood were present for this application. Mr Jara is the architect and Mr. Wood is the landscape architect. Site It was suggested that a continuous planter berm in place of concrete wheel stops be used in the parking area. Member Irvine disagreed with having landscaping along the building because it would be trampled by people going into the building. Mr. Jara indicated rnat the o'rien objects to having autos overhang a planter area because of possible drips from radiators or cars being wetted by sprinklers or damaging sprinkler heads. Mr. Wood said there will be oleander along the outer edge of the parking area. Chairperson Claudy asked about the existence of an asphalt berm at the extreme western boundary. Mr Jara said the service station has an asphalt berm there. There will also be a concrete berm put in by the applicant. MINUTES OF THE MARCH 9, 1978 ASAC MEETING I HC -213 Page 3 Member Sallan noted that in the prelinary review of the application, the ASAC had expressed its opinion against a dead-end parking lot. She noted that if the lot was full, a motorist would have to back out of the lot onto the street because of lack of turn -around space. Mr. Jara stated he feels there is adequate space for a hammerhead turn for cars backing out of a parking space. He has allowed 30 ft. Member Bond asked if the applicant meets the minimum parking requirement and suggested that if there are extra spaces, these could be marked no parking so that there would be more turnaround space. Mr. Caughey noted that this applicant has one parking space for every 188 sq. ft. of office space. The town center standard has been established at 1 for 200 Mr. Jara noted that he does not feel the turnaround will be a problem except in rare cases, when the lot is completely full. He indicated that the town center parking is rarely full and that this building would be professional offices with less traffic turnover than a commercial area. $e would like to have the extra spaces for parking as proposed. Member Sallan noted that there is a 25' setback requirement which the applicant meets, and asked about the rear property setback. She suggest that if there is enough room, a one lane driveway be built. Mr. Caughey answered that there is a 20' setback from the rear wall of the building. Chairperson Claudy asked for a poll of the Committee as to whether the Members would deny the application because of the dead end parking situation. He noted that the Planning Commission must approve the site layout and this was done. It was also approved by the City Council. This Committee cannot make a condition reversing this. The application, if denied, would have to go back to the Planning Commission, or the City Council could overturn the ASAC denial. Member Irvine asked if the applic nt would consider. a continuance in or- der to study the parking area. He suggested. that the parking could be grouped together to provide a loop for traffic and the building could be moved to one side.. Mr. Jara disagreed with the idea, noting that the parking on each side was done to soften the look of a sea of asphalt and blend in with the architecture of the building. Member Irvine indicated he was not sure if he would deny the application since both the Planning, Commission and the City Council have already approved the concept. Member Sallan said she would vote to deny the application because of the importance of smooth traffic flow. She suggested that if Member Irvine's suggestion about putting the two lots together were implemented, the lot could be landscaped to get away from a large asphalt expanse. Member Bond said he would probably vote for denial and that a solution could probably be worked out. HC -213 MINUTES OF THE MARCH 9, 1973 ASAC .,1EETING Page 4 Member Ripplinger said there may be an occasional problem with parking, but that any solution would detract from the architectural concept. Chairperson Claudy said he would vote for approval of the application. Mr. Jara proposed putting a 10' drive in the rear of the building. Member Ripplinger stated that once a decision is made to put in a drive- way, it would have to be a 2 -way drive because people would use it in both directions. Mr. Caughey noted that 16' would be needed for a one- way drive. He feels this is a redesign and the public hearing is not the place to make this decision. He is not certain this would be acceptable to the Traffic engineer and suggested a continuance of the application. Member Sallan agreed with this. Mr. Jara asked if a condition could be appealed at the City Council meeting. Chairperson Claudy said that a condition may be appealed at that level and noted that the applicant can also request an approval or denial of the ASAC tonight and appeal it to City Council. Architecture The Planning Cor'.ission suggested that the applicant attempt to add more interest to the building elevation. The applicant proposed adding column/arch relief from plane of the building to create shadow. He proposed a 2" projection from the wall for arches and columns and 4" for capitals. Staff feels this should be at least 6" and and 9" respectively, and suggested that these dimensions be specified. Mr. Jara feels 2" and 4" would be enough shadow. He agreed that 6" and 9" would create more shadow, but may not be worth the extra cost if 2" and 4" are adequate. He asked if the extra projection would reduce the setback. Mr. Caughey said that setback is measured from the wall and not the projection. Chairperson Claudy and Member Sallan noted that a little more depth would be desirable. Mr. Jara said he would not object to making the dimensions 6" and 9". Staff also suggested adding heavy wood trim casements to th-. window frames per the applicant's original use permit proposal. Mr. Jara said he would like to get away from wood because of maintenance difficulties and different expansion rates which may create voids.. Member Irvine prefers the wood trim. Staff suggested that the Commi.ttea may wish to discuss adding interest to the roof design by extending purlins + 1 ft. beyond eaveline. The applicant said this would be acceptable. The Committee felt that the extension of the columns would create adequate interest and that wood trim on window frames would not be necessary. Landscaping The Staff suggested the visual interest of the east and west property lines could be enhanced by intermixing clusters of trees with the oleander proposed. Mr. Wood said that drought -resistant evergreen will be interspersed at these boundaries. MINUTES OF THE MARCH 9, 1978 ASAC MEETING Staff also suggested that the Dodonaea Viscosa proposed for the south property line should be on 6 to 8' centers. Mr. Wood noted that this would add two more plants. He noted that the shrubs will achieve a 15' spread anyway and the two extra will not be needed; however, they can be installed. He commented that if a drive is put in the area, the question is academic anyway. He said that the installation of a drive would only repeat what he is trying to screen out and would only be more concrete, which he would not like to see. Staff suggested that the Melaleuca Linarifolia adjacent to the east/ west building elevations be rearranged in informal, less linear patterns. Mr. Wood noted that the building concept is formal and that the amount of space available would result in the trees being either too close to the sidewalk or the eaves of the building if they were staggered. Member Bond agreed with this and noted that the landscaping arrangement in the front of the building is less formal. Member Sallan noted she has no problem with the arrangement proposed. Staff suggested that the landscape plan be revised to include planters adjacent to building walkways. Mr. Wood noted that there is a problem with people walking over the landscaping in this case and damaging plants and sprinkler heads. Maintenance is a problem and they could not be seen from the street when cars are parking in the lot anyway. Mr. Wood also noted that on the east and west boundaries, there will be mulch between the oleander plants and bubbler sprinklers would be used so cars won't be sprayed and because the shrubs will become a solid wall later. Grading/ Drain age The Public Works Department objects to proposed drainage of a portion of the parking area across a sidewalk. Mr. Jara said he will do whatever is necessary to meet the requirements of the Public Works Department. It was noted that Standard Conditions require concrete berm at back -of - walk for streetside planting areas. Mr. Jara indicated he was not aware of this condition but will comply with it. Lighting Lighting would be very low key and only to light the walk. The Staff and Committee Members had no concerns. Signing The signing proposed is yellow lettering on a dark wood stain background. There would be tenants listed on the sign, which has two sides. Member Ripplinger asked how many tenants there would be. Mr. Jara indicated there would be 10 at the most. Chairperson Claudy noted that there could be only 3 on each side of the sign, for a total of 6. He suggested a directory inside to list tenants and the ground sign used for the building and address identification only. Mr. Caughey noted that the ordinance states the intent of signing for professional office districts is to iden-! tify the office complex itself, but there is nothing which specifically states tenants may not be listed. HC -213 Page 5 HC -213 MINUTES OF THE MARCH 9, 1978 ASAC MEETING Page 6 Member Sallan said she would like to see a sample of the colors for the sign. Member Bond noted that the signing part of the application would have to be continued until the color samples were reviewed, and that the applicant could revise the sign to have only building identification instead of tenant listings. Mr. Jara asked if there is any exception to the number of tenants that can be listed, so that if the sign were redesigned, he could have more tenant names. Member Sallan said that this would be an exception to the ordinance and probably would not be approved. Chairperson Claudy read part of the sign ordinance which permits a ground sign which identifies by street number and/or name of the group of offices where setback re- quirements are met. It further states that each tenant may have a directional sign on the site for pedestrians rather than passing motorists. Chairperson Claudy feels this is a rule which lists what is acceptable and that tenant listings on the ground sign would not be acceptable. The only other concern brought up was one of the trash location. Chair- person Claudy noted that, although it is out of sight, the dumpster would have to be moved out into the driveway or parking area in order to be serviced by the trash collector. The garbage pickup people would not put the dumpster back into the enclosure and this would have to be done by the building maintenance people. He further stated that this should be done so that the dumpster would not end up sitting in the parking lot. He suggested that the applicant may wish to consider relocating the enclosure. Since there were no comments from the audience, Member Sallan moved and Member Irvine seconded that the public hearing be closed. Motion carried, 5-0 Continuance Member Sallan moved and Member Irvine seconded that Application HC -51, of Applica- 027.17 be continued to allow the applicant to make necessary revisions. tion HC -51, 027.17 Motion carried, 5-0 The Committee recessed at 8:25 and reconvened at 8:33. 3. Application HC -51,403.2 - Any Mountain, Ltd. (Eldon R. Hoffman) requesting modification of signing for a commercial building located at the southwest corner of the intersection of DeAnza Boulevard and Mariani Avenue. Mr. Mark Pettibone & Mr. Tom Motter were present for this application. Member Bond asked if the previous sign had been approved without a street number. Mr. Caughey affirmed this, adding that the applicant wished to do some graphics on the building which would include the street number. MINUTES OF THE MARCH 9, 1978 ASAC MEETING HC -213 Page 7 Modification to the sign is that a readerboard will be added and the dimensions of height and width of the sign would be increased to retain the correct proportions. Member Ripplinger established that the sign base would be 3' above sidewalk grade, which would make the overall height above sidewalk grade 15'. Mr. Pettibone stated that the readerboard is the smallest one available and described some of its features.Mr. Motter added that although the readerboard can do many things, it can be restricted to what the Committee requires. He noted that the letters are higher than those of "Any Mountain", but that the stroke is lighter. This, plus the fact that the words "Any Mountain" are above the readerboard would make the primary message more prominent. The "Any Mountain" letters are 12" high and the grid surface of the readerboard is 18" high. Mr. Pettibone stated that the advertising budget of the store is huge, and that the owner cannot keep up the volume of advertising he is present using for long. The readerboard would be advertising over a long period. Chairperson Claudy noted that not only is the readerboard larger than the name of the business, but the sign ordinance specifically states that the purpose of signing is for identification rather than advertising The readerboard is advertising. Mr. Motter stated that he has worked closely with the owner and that publi messages are what he has in mind. Things such as weather and ski conditi ns would be used. He noted that the readerboard is the smallest one available and that the only other alternative would be to make the name of the business larger, which the owner does not wish to do. Member Sallan stated she would be hard pressed to imagine that even if the readerboard was to be limited to public service messages, she would have a hard time justifying the use of the readerboard. Mr. Motter said the owner feels the readerboard would be good public relations and encourage patronage. He stated there have been other readerboards approved in Cupertino, (e.g., Pacific Valley Bank and Vallco Village) . He said this readerboard is not garish and has a sensor to control brightness according to the brightness of the day. Member Irvine said that public announcements would not provide advertisin or reduce the advertising budget. Chairperson Claudy noted that a messag flashing on and off would catch a person's eye after they have become accustomed to seeing the sign. Member Bond stated that the sign seems to be too massive, that the blue roof of the building catches the motoris s eye, and that the business has identification without the readerboard. He stated he would also like to see the street number on the sign. Since there were no comments from the audience, Member Irvine moved and Member Sallan seconded that the public hearing be closed. Motion carried, 5-0 HC -213 Page 8 Denial of Application HC -51,403.2 MINUTES OF THE MARCH 9, 1978 ASAC ETIN G Member Bond moved and Member Sallan seconded that Application HC -51,403.2 be denied. A roll call vote was taken. Ayes: Ripplinger, Bond, Sallan, Irvine, Chairperson Cl audy . Mr. Pettibone asked for reasons for denial. Member Bond: An adequate sign was previously approved. There was nothing indicated to him that the readerboard is necessary unless advertising is put on the readerboard, which is prohibited, that justifies the change of sign. Chairperson Claudy: The previous sign -is superior. The modification is a device to attract additional attention to a business that already by its architectural design and approved signing concept is very noticeable, and has tremendous customer patronage already. Member Sallan: The primary sign should be the name of the business, and anything else must be smaller. In this case the secondary signing is larger than the business name. Member Ripplinger: The modification violates the basic purpose of the sign ordinance, which is business identification. Also, the proposed modification is more massive and more signing. Member Sallan added that the reasons are based on the Committee's interpretation of the sign ordinance. Mr. Caughey noted that the applicants have the right to appeal this decision at the City Council level; in this case, a letter of appeal must be written and received by the City Council within 5 working days of tonight's meeting. NOTICE: At this point, Chairperson Claudy announced that no public hearing will be initiated after 11:00 p.m. If a hearing is in progress at this time, it will be continued until its conclusion or until midnight, whichever comes first. The Committee will adjourn at midnight. 4. Application HC -51,449.1 - B.A.S. Homes of Cupertino requesting approval of landscaping for a residential development located at Bandley Drive and Greenleaf Drive, Tract 6259. B.A.S. Homes was represented by Mr. Mike Meter. Mr. Ed Wood was also present as the landscape architect. Mr. Caughey commented that a condition of the use permit requires landscaping and sound wall approval by the ASAC. Member Ripplinger asked why the area would need a sound wall, since it does not front a major street. The applicant replied that a redwood or red cedar fence was originally proposed to give residents of the future development privacy; however, the Planning Commission and the City Council required a sound study. The result of the study is that a 6' sound wall is required. MINUTES OF THE MARCH 9, 1978 ASAC `_MEETING In response to a question by Member Irvine about the maintenance of the landscaping, the applicant said that B.A.S. Homes will see that the plantings have a good start and then the City will take over maintenance responsibility, which will be paid for by the development. This will be in effect for 10 years. At that time, the plants should be fully grown and require minimal maintenance. The homeowners will then be responsible for its maintenance. Regarding the Public Works Department's requirement for a meandering walkway along the frontage of the subdivisions, Mr. Wood noted that this would create small pockets of landscaping which would be difficult to maintain; he stated he would rather have a straight walkway along the street. He stated that if the width of the area was greater (it is 20') meandering would be effective. He noted that he would recommend a 30' minimum width for meandering to be effective, which is not the case here. Member Ripplinger asked why a 25' minimum requirement is not required. Chairperson Claudy replied that the City Council has made an exception in this case. Mr. Caughey noted that a meandering walkway to the north of the property now exists. Chairperson Claudy noted that this other area is a business and the business would maintain it. In the application, the City would have to take care of the landscaping. Consensus: Members agreed that a meandering sidewalk should not be re- quired for the following reasons: 1) The Planning Commission approved a cutback in the setback requirement from 25' to 20'; a meandering walk in the smaller area would create pockets of landscaping which would be more difficult to maintain; 2)The lot was originally intended to be commercial instead of residential, so the maintenance of the landscaping will be done by the City rather than a commercial business; and 3) The street in this area does meander already. Regarding the type of plants to be installed, Mr. Wood noted that redwood,; Cyanothus, and other planted material will be planted. The wall has a sandcast finish and get an undulating effect. The color will be the color of Santa Cruz sand rather than white. With the landscaping in front, the fence should fade away in perception. Since there were no comments from the audience, Member Sallan moved and Member Irvine seconded that the public hearing be closed. the Approval of 'Application j HC -51,449.1 Motion carried, 5 -0 Member Bond moved that Application HC -51,449.1 be approved subject to Standard ASAC conditions 1-8 and conditions 9 and 10 as follows: 9. The recommendation of approval is based upon Exhibits B and C of this application except as may be amended by special conditions contained herein. HC -213 Page 9 10. The proposed sound control barrier shall be constructed per specifications contained on Pages 10 and 11 of the Project Acoustical; Report of Edward L. Pack Associates dated January 30, 1978. Grade breaks for said sound barrier shall not exceed 6 inches vertical difference between top of wall for adjoining sections and shall be as few in number as permitted by proper engineering practice. HC -213 Page 10 MINUTES OF THE MARCH 9, 1978 ASAC MEETING The motion was seconded by Member Irvine. Motion carried, 4-1 Member Ripplinger dissenting Member Bond noted that the Committee as a group feels that a sound wall is not in the interest of the people of Cupertino. 5. Application HC -51,441.1 - B.A.S. Homes, Inc. requesting approval of sound barrier architecture and landscaping for a residential develop- ment located adjacent to and westerly of Foothill Boulevard opposite the intersection of Alpine Drive and Foothill Boulevard. The same applicants were present for this application as for the previous application. Member Sallan proposed that the sound barrier architecture and positioning be considered before the landscaping since the landscaping plan would the Members and applicants had no abjection. depend on wall position. Members .-....+applicants applicant noted that since the grading of the site is extremely varied (there is a drop o'f- at least 30-35 ft from one end to the other) the positioning of the wall was very carefully considered so as to save as many trees as possible. Chairperson Claudy commented that one end of the site Ls above the level of the road, whereas the other end is below the level of the road. Landscaping and wall positioning near Lots 20 and 21 were of the most concern. Mr. Wood commented that the original plan had 40' of land- scaping at this corner and the wall was positioned differently. After studying the grade at this point, it was decided to bring the wall closer to the road (an extension of Alpine Drive) and parallel to it. If left in the original configuration, the wall would either be slanting up at an odd angle, or have many jagged grade breaks. The entrance to the site was narrowed to give an impression of separation from the outside. The south side of the entrance also has a low wall to balance the effect of the high 8' wall on the north side. The landscaping was reduced on the east boundary of lots 20 and 21 to give the resident more space. Committee Members objected to the reduction in landscaping in this area from 40' to only 3'. Mr. Wood proposed re -positioning the wall so as to allow 10' of landscaping east of lot 20. Member Sallan asked if there would be any two-story homes along Foothill. The applicant indicated that lots 20-25 would be split level homes be- cause of the grade drop in front of the homes. The view from Foothill would be as if they were one-story homes. All five homes in lots 1-5 will be one-story also. He noted that the sound engineer laid out the design of the soundwall heights so that sound would be above the level of the house windows. Mr. Caughey noted that the wall configuration was approved by the Planning Commission and the Committee should give findings if the configuration is to be changed. Member Sallansaid d she would like to have a drawing of the original configuration; how high the wall would be and how the deviation would make it more aesthetically pleasing. MINUTES OF THE MARCH 9, 1978 ASAC MEETING The applicant said that Mr. Wood is constrained by some other things, also The grading and position of the wall is not really considered in detail until after the preliminary drawing is submitted. The original position of the wall is not practical.. Member Sallan suggested that the wall portion of the application be continued until the applicant can present the original plan along with the modification. Member Bond agreed with Mr. Wood regarding the repositioning of the wall near the entrance to the site; however he questioned giving up 40' of landscaping for 10'. •The 10' may not be adequate screening of the wall. Member Sallan commented that the issue is the depth of landscaping. There is a large discrepancy between the original plan and that now proposed, and also from one end of the site to the other. She asked if 30' could be used. Chairperson Claudy asked to see a rendering of the 10' setback. Mr. Wood replied that the original plan was conceptual in nature and that details are not decided at that point. HC -213 Page 11 Mr. Caughey noted that one reason Staff considers the alignment of the wall as set by the original plan is condition 17 of the use permit. The applicant said his interpretation of this condition was that as many trees as possible should be saved. Mr. Caughey suggested that a continua ce is in order to clear up the interpretation of this condition. Member Irvine noted that the Committee does not have a grading plan; without this, he continued the configuration of the wall on the corner in question cannot be adequately addressed. He noted that the drawing originally submitted notes that the plan.is for use permit application and sound findings, which implies it's not final. Mr. Wood noted that another reason for moving the wall closer to the street is that the lots drop sharply. In order to meet the sound barrier requirements, the wall would have to be 12' to 15' high. In the current proposal, the wall is placed at the top of the slope, which makes for a lower wall. Chairperson Claudy noted that a 12' to 15' wall would be much too high. Member Sallan questioned the procedure if the Committee were to approve a deviation so different from the original plan; would the application have to go back to the Planning Commission. He asked if the Committee and applicant would be comfortable with a continuance so that Staff could get together with the applicant to work out a solution. He asked what the Committee would accept. `_ember Ripplinger stated that a problem of grading exists. The applican is limited because the City Council and Planning Commission also want to have as many trees as possible saved. Member Sallan said she would like to have the application continued to allow Staff and the applicant to develop a plan; the Committee would t: view this plan vs. the applicant's proposal. She noted she is not un- comfortable with the 10' landscaping but she is not comfortable with a 30' deviation from the original proposal either. HC -213 Page 12! Approval of Application HC -51,441.1 MINUTES OF THE MARCH 9, 1978 ASAC MEETING Chairperson Claudy asked what the maximum deviation from the applicant's plan is that the Committee will accept so that the applicant does not have to come back to the Committee. Mr. Wood asked if there could be approval with the condition of working with staff to come to a solution. Regarding landscaping, Chairperson Claudy asked how erosion would be controlled. Mr. Wood said that hydro seeding of wildflowers would be used, but that it also depends on when the planting is done. If it rains heavily, no amount of seeding is going to hold. Natural trees to the area will be planted. Live oak will be planted, which is similar to the natural scrub oak. He asked that Staff's recommendation of a 5 - gallon minimum for shrubs be changed to 1 gallon. A larger basin would have to be dug for 5 gallon shrubs, which would be more likely to cause siltation. Also, the smaller plants would adapt to the area more quickly, since they have not been raised in ideal conditions as long as a 5 gallon shrub. Trees would be 5 -gallon minimum. Mr. Wood showed slides of the proposed wall and material and of typical plants for the area. The wall is stone and will look natural even 15' away from the curb, since native plant material will be used. He would feel comfortable with .a setback of 15'. The Committee members expressed enthusiasm for the rustic look of the wall. Chairperson Claudy expressed agreement with the number of plants and species chosen. Member Bond and Member Ripplinger saidthey would approve a 15' setback with the proposed stone wall. Member Bond commented that he agreed with Mr. Wood's reasoning regarding using 1 gallon vs. 5 gallon shrubs. Since there were no comments from the audience, Member Bond moved and Member Ripplinger seconded that the public hearing be closed. Motion carried, 5-0 Member Bond moved that Application HC -51,441.1 be approved subject to the Standard ASAC conditions 1-8 and conditions 9, 10 and 11 as follows: 9. The recommendation of approval is based upon Exhibit C of this application except as may be amended by special conditions contained herein. 10. That the applicant work with Staff on the final location of the sound wall on lots 20 and 21, with a minimum of 15' curb to wall. 11. The sound wall shall be of stone subject to staff approval. The motion was seconded by Member Ripplinger. Motion carried, 5-0 Mr. Caughey asked that the minutes reflect that Staff has the right to refer this application, prior to issuance of building permits, to any of the decision making bodies if there are problems that need to be re- solved. MINUTES OF THE MARCH 9, 1978 ASAC MEETING IHC-213 1Page 13 6. Application 92,008.1 - City of Cupertino requesting approval of site, architecture, landscaping and grading for the Senior Citizen Center located in Memorial Park. Mr. Merle Butler, Department of Parks and Recreation, and Mr. Rex Morton, architect were present for this application. Mr. Butler noted that the City would like to break ground in June so that the Center is completed by Christmas. Mr. Morton presented the ,proposal to the Committee. He said he is not sure if the community center indicated in the proposal will go in or not.; Presently, the Senior Citizen Center is the only structure definitely planned. The building is 5500 sq. ft. in size. It has not been determined if the existing center will be removed or not. The architecture of the proposed building will be in the mission style, to blend in with the styles of De Anza College across Stevens Creek Blvd., and the Sandpiper restaurant across Mary. There will be a depressed courtyard to the rear of the building. A wall around this area would be 4 1/2' above sidewalk level on Stevens Creek and 7 1/2' on the inside., The top of this wall would be planted, as would a strip at the bottom of the wall. Restrooms would be attached to the building but would have no indoor communication with it. Double doors on one side are because one door is to the restroom and the other is to a janitor's area. Site Staff had a concern about a trash disposal area. Mr.Morton indicated that the trash would have to be stored inside the center and picked up from there. Mr. Butler indicated there are currently 2 trash dumpsters in the park. He suggested that one of them be brought near the center. Chairperson Claudy noted that it would be required to screen the dumpster:. Mr. Morton said there are 42 parking stalls, one of which is a handicapped stall. Chairperson Claudy commented that there should be more than one handicapped stall. Mr. Morton answered that most people who are handicapped are brought and dropped off and would not need the stall all the time. Mr. Butler said that more handicapped stalls will be designated. Mr. Martin suggested putting a trash enclosure near the parking lot. He said there is no room for one behind the building because ramps are built: there for people to get to the picnic area. Member Sallan suggested that the location of a screened enclosure for trash be added subject to Staff approval. Committee members agreed this would be a good solution. Member Ripplinger asked how many trees would have to come down to make room for the center. Mr. Martin said 3 avocado trees and one redwood tree would have to be removed. The redwood is dying and cannot be saved. HC -213 MINUTES OF THE MARCH 9, 1978 ASAC MEETING Page 14 Architecture Staff noted that the proposal lacks a solution to the concealment of roof -mounted mechanical equipment. Mr. Morton noted that it had been thought that residential type equipment would be sufficient. However, it became apparent that this would not be adequate. The proposal now is to add a chimney -like structure to the roofline to conceal blower equipment. All equipment would be concealed and blend in to the roofline. Staff had a concern about the window accents. Mr. Morton indicated that wood trim will be added to the windows on the south elevation. Other concerns were that shutter details are incongruous on this elevation. This device will be deleted in favor of siding and battens. Battens will extend to the ground to give a more finished style. Lighting It was requested that the same type of standard presently used in the park be used. The park fixtures are 12' high. The Center fixtures would be 7' to 8' high. Mr. Butler indicated that the City would like to standardize fixtures in all parks in Cupertino to make repair and installation and maintenance easier. The purpose of these fixtures near the Senior Citizen Center would be to light the area around the building itself rather than intruding in to the street. Member Sallan said she would prefer having the pole come out of the ground rather than from a base. Mr. Martin said this would simplify the design. Lands c ap in g Mr. Martin said that the material for the wall to the rear of the picnic area and facing Stevens Creek Blvd. has been changed from aggregate to concrete block. He said that with the planting on the top and bottom of the wall, the wall would be mostly hidden. The reason for the change was cost. There will be 400' or 500' of wall around this corner. Member Sallan said that she doesn't feel 2' is a wide enough planter strip along the bottom of the wall. Her concern is that plants may not grow well in a 2' planter strip. She recommended 3' minimum, 5' maximum for the strip. A concern was raised regarding the composition of the wall by Member Sallan. It was agreed that the outside of the wall would be aggregate and the inside would be concrete block. Mr. Morton agreed that it would not be inappropriate to have different materials on each side. Mr. Morton stated he would like to have as much room as possible in the inside picnic area. The patio surface is about 40', -at its deepest point. Therefore, he would like to leave the planter strip at 2'. Chairperson Claudy asked what type of plant would be planted there. Mr. Morton indicated that ivy would be planted in this area. Member Bond added that the extra foot or planter may just become a wider trash collector. Member Ripplinger said he does not think 3' are needed for ivy. MINUTES OF THE MARCH 9, 1978 ASAC MEETING It was decided that the 2' planter strip would be acceptable since there will be planting on top of the wall also. Member Ripplinger asked if the grass will be mounded. Member Sallan added that shrubs should be added to the periphery of the parking lot. Mr. Butler indicated that the Sheriff's Department does not want mounding or shrubs over 3' because it would hamper a view of the park. Since there were no comments from the audience, Member Sallan moved and Member Bond seconded that the public hearing be closed. Motion Carried, 5-0 Member Sallan moved that Application 92,008.1 be approved subject to the Standard ASAC conditions 1-8 and conditions 9-15 as follows: 9. The recommendation of approval is based upon Exhibits A, B, 81, B2, C,j and E of this application except as may be amended by special condi- tions contained herein. 10. Window details to be modified per Section II B 4 of the Staff report of March 9, 1978. 11. Final selection and placement of lighting fixtures shall preclude off -site intrusion impacts and shall be resolved by staff prior to issuance of building permits. 12. An enclosed trash disposal area is to be designed and located in an appropriate place subject to staff approval. 13. Landscaping shall,.be. added in the form of shrubbery along the parking area, the choice and positioning of same to be subject to Staff approval. 14. Regarding the wall facing Stevens Creek Blvd. and Mary Avenue, the side facing the two streets is to be aggregate. The inside of the wall may be concrete block. 15. Additional handicapped stalls shall be provided subject to staff review and approval. The motion was seconded by Member Bond. Motion carried, 5-0 7. Application HC -51,150.21 - De Anza Racquet Club requesting modification to approved landscaping plan for the tennis court and swimming pool areas . Mr. Alex Tchalemian and Mr. Ralph Saich were present for this application. HC -312 Page 15 Approval of Application 92,008.1 HC -213 Page 16 Approval of! Application HC -51,150.2,, MINUTES OF THE MARCH 9, 1978 ASAC MEETING Mr. Tchalemian noted that the basic purpose of the modification is to provide more screening for the recreation area and to more closely relate the landscaping plan with that of De Anza College. The new proposal would also reduce the use of water and provide more of a sound barrier against traffic. Perimeter olive trees which were originally proposed will be replaced by redwood and cedar. These would achieve desired screening and a faster growth rate than the olive trees. In the median walk area between courts, the planter has been eliminated in favor of potted plants to avoid water from the planter undermining tennis courts. NOTE: Member Bond left the meeting at this point. (11:52 p.m.). Plantings along the back wall were originally to be 1 row of Hollywood Junipers. This will be interspersed with evergreens and another plant, which will grow to a height of 6'. The trellis proposed in the original plan for the front of the building will be deleted. The applicant will substitute pines, ground cover, and mounding. The original purpose of the trellis area was to protect people waiting for a bus. The Transit District has now decided to relocate the bus shelter so the trellis is not needed. Mr. Tchalemian noted that landscaping in all areas would be increased. Chairperson Claudy asked if this would hide the objectionable (in his opinion) tennis court screen. Mr. Saich confirmed that it would. Mr. Tchalemian added that ground cover has been changed to dwarf coyote bush, which is more drought tolerant than the originally proposed plants. The Committee had no concerns. Since there were no comments from the audience, Member Sallan moved and Member Irvine seconded that the public hearing be closed. Motion carried,, 4-0 Member Sallan moved that Applicat_iot: HC -51,150.21 be approved subject to the standard ASAC conditions 1-8 and conditions 9-11 as follows: 9. The recommendation of approval is based upon Exhibit C 2nd Revision Sheets 1, 2 and 3 of this application except as may be amended by special conditions contained herein. 10. Landscaping approvals granted under Resolution No. 543 shall remain in effect except where specifically superceded by provisions of this resolution. 11. Prior to installation of the approved landscape plan, the applicants shall obtain staff approval for planter areas adjacent to the tennis court walkway network. If an acceptable solution cannot be achieved, staff shall refer the matter to the Architectural and Site Approval Committee for final disposition. Motion carried, 4-0 MINUTES OF THE MARCH 9, 1978 ASAC MEETING UNFINISHED BUSINESS The consideration of rewording of standard ASAC condition No. 8 was postponed due to the lateness of the hour. NEW BUSINESS Member Sallan has proposed a presentation on drip emmiters for next mee INTER COMMISSION NOTES None ADJOURNMENT The meeting was adjourned at 12 midnight until the next regular meeting of March 23, 1978 at 7:00 p.m. APPROVED: Is/ John Claudy Chairman ATTEST: Is/ Wm. E. Ryder City Clerk HC -213 Page 1