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HomeMy WebLinkAboutASAC Minutes - 02-17-1977CITY OF CUPERTINO, STATE OF CALIFORNIA 10300 Torre Avenue, Cupertino Telephone: 245-4505 MINUTES OF THE ADJOURNED REGULAR MEETING OF THE ARCHITECTURAL AND SITE APPROVAL COMMITTEE HELD ON FEBRUARY 17, 1977, IN THE CONFERENCE ROOM, ROOM 105, CITY HALL, CUPERTINO, CALIFORNIA SALUTE TO THE FLAG The meeting was opened at 7:30 p.m. by Chairperson Sallan with the Salute to the Flag. ROLL CALL Members present: Bond (7:40), Claudy, Irvine, Ripplinger, Chairperson Sallan Members absent: None Staff present: Senior Planning Technician Mark Caughey Chairperson Sallan noted that no public hearing would be initiated after 11:00 p.m. and the Committee would adjourn at Midnight. PUBLIC HEARINGS: 1. Application HC -51,202.7 - Blaze Signs, Inc. (Dean Witter) requesting approval of a wall sign for an existing free- standing financial office building located at the south side of Stevens Creek Boulevard east of Les Pavilion Office Center. Continued from H -Control meeting of February 10,1977. Mr. Jim Bezley, Blaze Signs, Inc., said they were presenting 12 inch letters shown on scale. The letters would be of wood painted with a dull gold. It was ascertained the existing sign was of metal. Slides of the sign, building and other signs in the center were shown. The shade of gold to be used on the letters was discussed. Chairperson Sallan said the final approval could go through staff with the applicant bringing in a sample of the color. If staff was uncomfortable to make decision at that point, the application could come back to this Committe HC -187 Page 1 HC -51,202.7 Blaze Signs, Inc. (Dean Witter) HC -187 MINUTES OF THE FEBRUARY 17, 1977 ADJ. H -CONTROL MEETING Page 2 Member Irvine said the light fixture should match the tile color on the roof. Mr. Bezley asked if "and Co." could be added to the sign. This was discussed. It was agreed the "and Co." could be added with 2 ft. space on each end. The hearing was opened for public comments. There were none. Public Hear- Member Claudy moved to close public hearings, seconded by Member Irvine. ings closed Motion carried, 5-0 Member Claudy moved for approval of application HC -51,202.7, Blaze Signs, Inc. for Dean Witter, subject to standard H -Control conditions, reference Exhibit F 2nd Rev., with the further stipulation that: (1) The applicant shall be permitted to include the phrase "and Co." at the end of the sign, the sign being centered about its final length and a minimum of 2 ft. of fascia frontage be allowed on each end of the sign. (2) The lighting fixture be painted to match as nearly as possible the slate of the roof. (3) A color chip painted on wood will be brought in for staff approval at time of seeking building permit. HC -51,202.7 Seconded by Member Ripplinger. approved w/ conditions Motion carried, 5-0 Chairperson Sallan advised this would be heard by the City Council at their February 22, 1977 meeting. HC -51,380.2 2. Application HC -51,380.2 - Cal Coast Sign Company (McWhorter's) Cal Coast requesting approval of a ground sign for a commercial building Sign Co. located at the northeast corner of Scofield Drive and South De (McWhorter's) Anza Boulevard. Continued from H -Control meeting of February 10, 1977. Mr. Verne Pitroff of Cal Coast Sign Company exhibited sign rendering and noted it had been reduced from 11 ft. to 7 ft. He said the wood had been eliminated from the bottom of the sign. The background was ivory. 20% of the sign space was allotted to future tenant. MINUTES OF THE FEBRUARY 17, 1977 ADJ. H -CONTROL MEETING Chairperson Sallan said she had noted the building sign and asked if the blue letters could be put on wood background. The applicant said it would change the whole intent. Mr. Bill R. Fielder, 10105 So. De Anza Boulevard, Cupertino, said the underwriters are not happy with illuminated letters in wood and it is much more expensive. Member Claudy felt the same situation would arise that had been experienced by Downey Savings; the sign would not be seen. The bottom panel was discussed with the applicant agreeing to close the area with a wood panel until a tenant was secured. The location of the sign was discussed at length. Slides were shown of the site and possible locations of the sign discussed. Mr. Fielder asked to have it clarified why the sign had to be set back. Chairperson Sallan explained the need for keeping signs out of the 40 ft. corner triangle. Mr. Gene -Lacey, representing McWhorter's, said the purpose of the sign was directional; to get people onto the site. He suggested setting the sign in a little further and retain the angle. This would give a wider exposure. Otherwise, customers would not see the sign in time to turn in from De Anza and would enter from Scofield. Mr. Pitroff reminded the Committee the variance of 3 ft. needed for the sign to be located on De Anza Boulevard had been granted at the last meeting. Member Bond agreed with Mr. Lacey that it needed to be moved up the line for adequate visibility. Chairperson Sallan pointed out this is a good size building, the building was very close to the street and a 12 ft. wide sign made her feel it was too much sign. Mr. Lacey said he felt the sign should be where it would be to the best interest of the public in getting them to their store. Member Claudy made a line -of -sight drawing on Exhibit F to indicate a possible location of sign. Chairperson Sallan noted it was a problem to her not to have a render- ing of the building and the sign. HC -187 Page 3 HC -187 Page 4 Public Hear- ings closed HC -51, 380.2 approved w/ conditions HC -51,027.15 Taylor Wheeler Planning Corporation MINUTES OF THE FEBRUARY 17, 1977 ADJ. H -CONTROL MEETING Mr. Lacey showed on exhibit where the sign would be about 7 ft. above grade level. Chairperson Sallan ascertained that from the sidewalk elevation to top of sign would be 8 ft. , Mr. Lacey said the landscaping would be moved around to accomodate the shifting of the sign location. The hearing was then opened for public comments. There were none. Member Ripplinger moved to close Public Hearings, seconded by Member Bond. Motion carried, 5-0 The Committee members agreed to use Member Claudy's suggested location and his drawing would be labeled F-lst Rev. After further discussion, Member Bond moved for approval of Application HC -51,380.2, standard H -Control conditions and the following: (1) Location of sign to be as per F 1st Rev: (2) F-1 describes colors, sign size and height of sign. (3) The lighting intensity is subject to review. (4) The bottom panel, until a new tenant is there, will be a color similar to the wood surrounding. Seconded by Member Claudy. Motion carried, 5-0 Chairperson Sallan advised the application would be heard by the City Council at its February 22, 1977 meeting. Mr. Lacey then questioned how much leeway he had on the 8 ft. height of sign, noting sprinklers and shrubs might cause need for raising sign. He was reminded of his statement that the sign would be 8 ft. and he agreed to keep the sign down as much as possible to that height. 3. Application HC -51,027.15 - Taylor Wheeler Planning Corporation requesting approval of site, architecture, landscaping and signing for a professional office building located at the northwest corner of Torre Avenue and Pacifica Drive. Continued from H -Control meeting of February 10, 1977. MINUTES OF THE FEBRUARY 17, 1977 ADJ. H -CONTROL MEETING Staff member Caughey reported the applicant was not present and had asked staff to represent them. After a brief discussion, it was MSC to postpone hearing of this item until the end of the agenda. At 9:05 p.m. a recess was called with the meeting reconvening at 9:15 p.m. 4. Application HC -51,375.2 - The Billboard Company (Gifu Restaurant - Ushira Hosono) requesting approval of a ground sign for a Japanese Restaurant located at the northeast corner of Bandley Drive and Alves Drive. Continued from H -Control meeting of February 10, 1977. Staff displayed color rendering of proposed ground sign. It was noted that a ground sign for the restaurant had previously been approved by the Committee, and that the current proposal is a significant departure from the original concept. Staff also noted that definite location for the ground sign was not provided in the last approval and suggested that the Committee might wish to specify a location at this time. Mr. Larry Dancer, 365 Phelan Avenue, San Jose, representing The Bill- board Company, explained that the new sign design attempted to achieve greater exposure of the restaurant to De Anza Blvd. He explained that the copy size had been increased and the "cocktails" message added for this reason. In response to a question of Member Irvine, Mr. Seiki Io, 1523 Sturgeon Way, San Jose, of Gifu Restaurant, explained that he felt a "cocktail" sign was needed to advertise the service. The Committee felt, however, that such service is implicit in most sitdown restaurants and was not necessary in this case. Chairperson Sallan expressed concern that the new sign proposal, as compared to the previous approval, lacked cohesive identity with the architectural character of the building. Other members of the Committee were polled and concurred with the chair on this point. The chairperson then explained to the applicants that the Committee would probably recommend denial_of the sign as proposed. She noted that the applicants could either request a decision and appeal to City Council, or accept a continuance for redesign. The applicants elected the latter alternative. HC -187 Page 5 HC -51,027.15 moved to end of agenda HC -51, 375.2 The Bill- board Company Gifu Restaurant HC -187 Page 6 HC -51,375 .2 continued to 3/10/77 HC -51,027.15 James Jacksor Daniel Donovw Ralph Brogdor MINUTES OF THE FEBRUARY 17, 1977 ADJ. H -CONTROL MEETING The Committee suggested that redesign effort should attempt to follow the general concept of the previously approved sign. Member Bond moved, seconded by Member Ripplinger, to continue Application HC -51,375.2 to the ASAC meeting of March 10, 1977. Motion carried, 5-0 5. Application HC -51,027.15 - James Jackson, Daniel Donovan, Ralph Brogdon requesting approval of site, architecture, landscaping, grading and lighting for a single -story professional office building located the northwest corner of the intersection of Torre Avenue and Pacifica Drive. Continued from H -Control meeting of February 10, 1977. Slides of the project area were shown, followed by display of color samples. suggested that -the Committee renderings and material Staff "bb""" discuss the various issues raised under separate headings in the staff report. Mr. Stanton Elliott, 137 E. Hamilton, Campbell, architect for the project, was introduced. Discussion then began relative to the site: Member Claudy noted that the handicapped parking staff (9 on Ex. A) would more logically serve its intended use if located closer to the front walkway. Discussion as to redesign of parking, stall layout followed, and staff was directed to verify final solution with the Director of Public Works. The Committee also suggested that a walkway along the north side of the building be provided which will connect to the front walkway. Architecture: Staff compared the current proposed renderings with building elevations shown earlier to the Planning Commission, and noted the changes between each. Staff said they were concerned that the latest design should interface harmoniously with other structures in the Town Center. Mr. Elliott explained why he and his clients had changed the exterior of the building to stucco arches, and noted that many of the exterior themes were intended to be carried through inside the building. Landscaping: Mr. Elliott stated that the points raised in the staff report were well -taken and distributed revised landscaping exhibits. Changes included the addition of drought -resistant shrubs and 5 -gal. size plantings in areas critical to screening parked vehicles. MINUTES OF THE FEBRUARY 17, 1977 ADJ. H -CONTROL MEETING Chairperson Sallan asked if the applicants would a -d more plantings along the north wall of the building since a walkway would also be established there. The applicant agreed to do so; final selection and planting arrangement subject to staff approval. The grading plan was then discussed and found acceptable. Mr. Elliott distributed copies of the proposed lighting fixtures for the east and west ends of the building. He explained that the fixtures he wished to use would be similar, but not identical, to the drawings. In response to Member Ripplinger, Mr. Elliott said that each fixture contained six light bulbs. Chairperson Sallan suggested that if light intensity from these fixtures was too great, lower wattage bulbs may be required. It was noted a sign program would be presented at a future time. The hearing was opened to the public. There were no comments. Moved by Member Claudy, seconded by Member Ripplinger, 'to close Public Hearings. Motion carried, 5-0 Moved by Member Claudy, seconded by Member Bond, to approve Application HC -51,027.16, subject to standard H -Control conditions and the following special conditions: (1) That a 2 ft. wide sidewalk shall be provided along the north side of building to permit passage from the parking area to the front walkway. (2) Wheel stops shall be provided on spaces 10-22. (3) Additional landscaping shall be installed along the north wall of the building, subject to staff approval. (4) Stall 22 shall be converted to a handicapped stall by adjust- ing stalls 10-22 westward, subject to approval by the Director of Public Works. Motion carried, 5-0 NEW BUSINESS 6. Application HC -51,403.1 - Any Mountain, Ltd.: Informal review of architectural modification. Staff noted that the elevations shown on the building permit plans differ from Committee -approved exhibits. HC -187 Page 7 Public Hear- ings closed HC -51,027.16 approved w/ conditions HC -51,403.1 Any Mountain Ltd. HC -187 Page 8 Modificati acceptable MINUTES OF THE FEBRUARY 17, 1977 DJ_ H -CONTROL MEETING Mr. Cliff Petersen, 16298 Oleander, Los Gatos, displayed a 3 -dimensional model of the structure showing the proposed changes in roof line: and porthole windows. The Committee indicated to staff that theproposed modifications as shown on the building permit plans are acceptable. The Chairwoman thanked Mr. Petersen for his attendance and for assisting their deliberations by bringing the model. ADJOURNMENT At 11:00 p.m. the meeting was adjourned to 7:00 on February 24, 1977. ATTEST: Is! Wm. E. Ryder City Clerk APPROVED: Is/ C. Nancy Sallan Chairwoman