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17. So. Vallco Master Plan
i ~I ~ City of Cupertu~o l 10300 Torre Avenue CITY OF Cupertino, CA 95014 C U P E I~T I N 0 ~~os~ ~~~-~2~1 FAX (408) 777-3333 Commuiuty Development Department SUMMARY Agenda Item No. Agenda Date: Mav 20, 2008 Application Summary: Status report on the South Vallco Master Plan (Sandhill Properties). RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the City Council receive the S. Vallco Master Plan status report and direct staff to uzitiate the formal city-~vide notification process and for~tiTard to the Plaiuluzg Conlmission to revie~v folloived Uy City Council action. BACKGROUND: In March of 2008, the City Council directed Sand Hill Property Company to ulitiate the South Vallco Master Plan ~rogress (see diagram Uelo~v) and oUtaul puUlic input and seek general consensus from the adjacent stakeholders. y~,,~' ~ ~ - ~ - . ~ , . S. 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' - 17-1 S. ~'allco ?~'Iaster Plan Status Repoil ?~Za}~ 20, 2008 Panz 2 DISCUSSION: Co~niazuizity 1~1~orkshops I~Z response to the City Council request, the follo~~-ing cominullity ~vorkshops ~ti~ere held Uy Sand Hill Pro~erties Compa.ny at the Quullan CoinmLUlity Center: • April 10, 2008 - I~Zput on the draft Master Plan concepts for the South Vallco area • April 23, 2008 - I~Zput on the refuled Master Plan concepts I~zvitations ~~=ere sent to approximately 3,000 residents around the S. Vallco area ll1 March and April of 2008. Approximately 50 and 70 residents attended the first and second comnlunity meetulgs, respectively. The meetulgs ~~~ere conducted u1 a workshop forinat tvith a general assembly at the begirululg and ended ~vith break out grou~s to discuss specific issues or topics. The goals and objectives of the master plan ~vere the focus of the first meetulg. In the second ineetulg, more refined inaster plan concepts ~~=ere discussed and Sand Hill Properties shared some of their general development concepts and potential land uses tvith buUUle diagrams and image Uoards at the second meeting (see sarnple imageries belo~~~). ~ _V ~ p _ ~ - rT . u., ; ~ ~ ° _ ~ ~ ~ ~ _ ~ ~ r _ " _ - ~ ' 1 ~ - ~ , ~ ~ ~ - '~*,'~^..-.;,°""-;o..~:~ ~ =r,:i' ~ ` ~ - I ~ t i ~ s..,,._ -n ~ ~ ~ _ ~ ~ j ~ ~~II ~ °f~`''ti',~ 'f _ ~ - - ~ , -r- ~ - , . _ _ ~ < ~ %.i ~ I ~ ~o. i, ' _ . i _ ' . . i~ T~ . . . ~ ~ ~ . -I ; Li ~ i i ~ ~ ' ~ . - ~ T1ze meetulgs ~vere conducted by professional facilitator Paul Downs along ~~=itlz Ken Rodrigues the project arclutect (Ken Rodrigues Part~lers), Gary Layman the project landscape architect (Guzzardo Partrzership) and Ket~in Dare of Sand Hill Properties. Staff u1 attendance ulcluded Steve Piasecki (Community Development Director), Kelly K1u1e (Economic Development Manager) and Gary Chao (Senior Planner). I~Z addition, Coinmissioner Paul Brophy and Council memUer Orru1 Mahoney attended the first community meeting. Conlmissioner Marty Miller and Couiuil members A~ark Santoro and Gilbert VVong attended the second commi.uuty ineeting. Please see the attached exhiUit B for the summary of the comments and 'ulputs receired at both of the community ~vorkshops. The cozrununity vvorkshops tvere ~~-ell receitTed by the citiz.ens ~vho attended and the detTeloper received inany constructi~-e and valuaUle comments regard'uzg Uoth the S. Vallco Master Plan and their ~rospectice specific project. 17-2 S. Vallco Master Plan Status Report May 20, 2008 Pa~e 3 ' Emilie Crofton, wrote in the Apri120, 2008 volume of the Cupertino Courier that, "i~iany residents left tlze AJ~ril 23 meeting feeling more assured tlzan they did at an earlier rneeting in April - feeling t1u~t tlieir voices we1•e beilzg heard." The article is titled "Residents Feel Confident about South Vallco Plans" (see exhibit A). Aciditional Public Outreadi Efforts In addition to the Community Workshops, Sand Hill Properties have also met ~vith the following groups of adjacent property owners and community groups: • Orbit Resources • Cupertino Properiy Development ~ Rockwood Capital • Menlo Equities • Metropolitan Homeowners Association and Residents • Apple Computer • Hewlett Packard • Concern Citizens of Cupertino (CCC) • Cupertino Against Rezoning (CARe) ~ Rancho Rincanada Recreational Board Association • Rancho Rincanada Residents ~ S. Vallco Master Plan Framework Sand Hill Properties is in the process of drafting the South Vallco Master Plan document with the input and comments received from the public autreach process. A preliminary draft of the master plan framework i.s attached for reference (see Exhibit C). Sand Hill plans on presenting additional details on the master plan progress at the public hearing. Prepared by: Gary Chao, Senior Planner Submit y: Approved by: ` Steve Piasecki , David W. Knapp Director of Community Development City Manager At~achments Exhibit A: Cupertino Currier article titled "Residen~s Feel Co~zfident About Soutlz Vallco ~ Plans", ~a~, 3~ pril 20, 2004 by E~nilie Crc:t~r~. Exhibit B: Summary of the public input received at the coinmunity workshops (April 10, 2008 and April 23, 2008) Exhibit C: Preliminary master plan frainework 3 - - _ _ - - ~ ~ - ~ _ . : - - ~ - r: _ . _ . , _ _ - ? : ; ~~~~~d-~~.~ ~ _ ~.es 4, ' ~ - - - " _ _ r _ - - ~ ' Lt - l~-~~~ ~~:~:~~~j = ~ _ ab ~~t ~ : _ - ~ - _ atedtheirdesiresfQra edestnan iucludedu scale~enior;~oustn 3 . 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Sb~ _ 1ngHeroesprcigram. ~ ~ SoIar Shade Control Act ~~iGh .rece~vedabxchelorafartsiriSpan-. ~stomsrs. w~ll ~e ab1~- to _ , ~ choose any flavor o#:ice cream ' ° _ _ ,F ~ , ~imiVancalled"~rellintended,but islitauguageaadliterature,and~y- : _ Y . , . . _ . . . ' . . . _ . ~ ~ . _ . .f 't -t _ _ _,f_'-~ __L_~~_"~L.~~.. . 1 South Vallco Area Master Planning and Development Summary of Community Workshop and Emerging Themes Quinlan Centex, Cupertino, California Apxi110, 2008 Emerging Themes More than 60 participants attended a facilitated Community Workshop held on ~pz71 10. 'I"hey offered a wide variety of suggestions for die development of the South Vallco Area Master Plan. MIG recorded about 120 comments. The following is a summary of the main themes that emerged at die meeting. OVERALL CHARACTER AND VISION Participants would like die South Vallco area to serve a gathering place and a focal point for Cupertino residents, but also to have regional appeal to visitors. They see die area as a bucolic, safe and walkable area, wide avillage-style, lugh- quality and consistent design. The area can serve as an Eastern gateway to Cupertino. Some used the word downtown, and spoke of a mix of a park or a small plaza, ~valka.ble streets, and unique stores. The group discussed the idea that the area should not feel walled off, and that South Vallco should be easy to walk into and accessible by both on foot and by car or public transit. Many said that South Vallco should offer something- both in terms of use and architectural style-that is currently lacking in Cupertino, rather dean replicate an existing Cupertino site. The site should reflect die variety of Cupertino cultures and history, wlvle also looking to die future. OTHER CITIES THAT COULD SERVE AS MODELS Participants mentioned a variety of cities that could serve as a good model for the South Vallco site. Many mentioned Stanford Shopping Center could serve as a good example. In particular, they like consistent yet unique architecture, and die high-end style of shops. Many participants liked Santana Row, especially die open plaza and small shops, and evening activity-but not all did. Some objected to die night use and traffic drat they perceived Santana Row as creating. Many agreed that taking elements of Santana Row, such as d1e small shops and open plaza, and putting them77~~in a Cupertino context, one drat reflects Cupertino's image, could work. Mai~jT lIKC LOS GatOS' old dot~ii/ciowritcwn, and others mentioned drat South Vallco Area Agaster Planning anal De~~elopntent ~~ _ 5 sun~.nia~y of conzmun.iry 1~~0~ksh.op April 10, 2008 Page 1 2 in both Los Altos and Mountain View, there is vaiietp and open space. Other cities mentioned included Carmel, Saratoga, Pacific Grove, Los Altos, and Mountain View. STREETSCPAPES, PEDESTRIAN EXPERIENCE, CONNECTIVITY Residents clearly expressed a desire for high-quality design. Architecture and style is very important to them. They would like Soudi Vallco to leave a consistent, unique and upscale look and feel. They do not want acookie-cutter, box~T, or Mediterranean style. They would like avillage-style look and feel, with mature Ash bees on Vallco Parkway, and stone/wood materials to create a natural style that reflects Cupertino's winery listoiSr. They like rolling landscapes and meandering pathways, rather than gilds or a boxes. It's also important to participants that Soudi Vallco be friendly to pedestrians: safe, well lit, perhaps with old-fashioned lighting fixtures, will scattered benches and resting places. Many want setbacks to lesson the impact of Steven's Creek traffic. They want die area to be ligl~ly connected to other nearby areas. Suggestions to drat end included easier ways to cross Stevens Creek and Wolfe, and connectivity to Cupertino Square, as well as to the tech fines. Many suggested that the creek trail on Callabazas could be incorporated. PARK FEATURES Participants felt strongly that South Vallco development should center around an open space, park or plaza dint would serve as a gadlefi.ng place and focal point, as well as a place to enjoy die outdoors. Many voiced a desire an areas drat could be a gathering place for coinmunitST evening entertainment. Seniors were active in voicing drat they, for die most part, felt that active uses were compatible with senior housing. The area should have plenty of shade, seating and perhaps a trellis or gazebo. Some discussed planting a new giant Oak tree to replace die listorical oak tree, which will be removed. Odgers mentioned drat die area should have youdi- oiiented areas, perhaps a toddler area, and be family-friendly. And holy do participants plan to use this area? "As a place to eat some take-out after work," "Somewhere to listen to music and be out at night," and "A plaza where eve could watch fireworks on die fourth of July." In short, it is important drat die park or open space serve as a community gathering spot, a distinct and attractive Cupertino landmark, and an active place designed to be used, not just looked at. South Vallco Area Master Planning and Development 17 - 6 Summary of Conunun.it~~ Workshop Aprz110, 2008 Page 2 3 PREFERRED USES When participants ~vere asked about ho~u they would like to see the Sand Hill site used, they again had strong opinions. A mix of opinions was expressed about retail, but tlv.ough discussion a theme emerged that retail is appropriate-as long as it is unique stores that fulfill a niche, such as a hardware store, high quality take-out food, a bookstore, a Ben and Jeri-~T's, or uses that serve senior housing. Some expressed support for office space. Tliey avant to be sensitive to the fact that a lugh school is nearby. Coffee shops and restaurants were mentioned as desired uses, and many would like to see a farmer's market or a groceiS~ store that sells fresh produce. They avant all buildings to meet the City General Plan requirements, with no exceptions to height codes. SENIOR HOUSING Participants at the April 10 meeting supported senior housing-with some impo1-tant qualifications. Tliey want senior housing (55 plus) that supports Cupertino's residents-ownership, lugh-end upscale housing. They do not want not dense, small rentals or assisted living. They don't want the Housing run by a nonprofit. When some of the participants wondered whether there was demand for senior housing in Cupertino, they were answered by seniors who said, "~X~e want to downsize our housing and stay in Cupertino, and sue are active and want to walk to activities and shops!." TRANSPORTATION AND PARKING Participants are aware of the need to be strategic about transportation and parking. They would like the South Vallco development to be accessible by public transit, and they feel that the area is already grappling with heavy, fast traffic. Tliey want planners to possibly conduct a traffic study and to consider ways to manage traffic, and to anticipate the new traffic the Apple site will generate. They would like a safe way to enter the South Vallco site, from fast busy streets. Tliey want adequate parking, and advise creating safe, secure parking, especially if the parking is underground. THE PLANNING PROCESS Participants would like more stakeholders to be injrited to future meetings, including stakeholders from Steven's Creek and De Anza. One participant mentioned he is concerned that the project will not be completed, while others noted that an election is upcoming. South Vallco Area Master Plaa~n-ing and De>>elopm.en.t ~ ~ _ ~ Summan~ of Cornnrunit~~ Wo~~Cshop Aprz110, 2008 Page 3 South Vallco Area Master Planning and Development Summary of Community Workshop Quinlan Center, Cupertino, California April 23, 2008 Community Meeting Format More than 80 people participated in the second South Vallco Area Community Workshop held on April 23, 2008. City of Cupertino Community Development Director Steve Piasecki opened the meeting. Kevin Dare of Sand Hill Properties, the project proponents, also welcomed participants. Paul Downs moderated the meeting and introduced Ken Rodrigues (Ken Rodrigues Partners Architects) and Gary Laymon (Guzzardo Architects), who pro~rided background presentations and facilitated small discussion groups. After the presentation, the presenters asked the group to break into small groups to discuss the Focused Master Plan and the development concept for the Sand Hill Property site. This document summarizes the main themes that emerged at the meeting. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY OF EMERGING THEMES Focused Master Plan Concepts Participants discussed the overall identity and character they would like to see in the Focused Master Plan area. Some participants mentioned they like a small town look and feel, such as in Los Gatos and Carmel. Other participants wondered if a small town/old town look and feel would complement the established high tech uses in the area. The group developed specific ideas for how to achieve a small town/old town look and feel: • Rural look that relates to local history such as orchard • Cali Brother's Mills (a feed store) • Winery Participants had a variety of ideas about whether the Focused Master Plan should aim to be a city center or downtown and how much business, such as a hotel, should be developed. When discussing the streetscape, public streets and landscaping of the Focused Master Plan area, the group discussed trees. They reiterated the idea of replacing the historical Oak tree, which was developed at the first meeting. They provided additional details about the kinds of trees they would like to see along the streets and in the park: • Blossoming trees • Dogwoods/four season trees • No palm trees They also identified a variety of types of benches and sidewalks they mould like to see throughout the Focused Master Plan Area: • Wooden benches • Not concrete Soutb i/ollcoAnat14a1krPlamun& and Derxlopmn+f Summar~~ afSecond Commuurj~ 11%rkrbapApri123, 2008 ~7 - 8 • Clean and comfortable • Steel okay, but may get hot in sun (there ~~as one who objected to this idea) • Benches that are easy to maintain • Benches made of recycled materials • Cobblestone sidewalks, but make sure they are safe for seniors Participants had additional ideas for streetscape features in the Focused Master Plan area, such as potted plants; native plants; a strip of landscaping to separate the sidewalk from the street; and fountains or some other water feature. ]n terms of the pedestrian and vehicular circulation in the Focused Master Plan area, the group expressed a desire for a pedestrian friendly concept. But they also want good, intelligent traffic design, and thoughtful parking concepts, especially in particular areas. Specific ideas mentioned related to transportation issues included the following. • Bike and pedestrian link at Finch and Stevens Creek • Enhanced pedestfian protection at intersections • Arch at Tantau and Stevens Creek to create an entry gate~~ay • Finch and Stevens Creek is not a good place to cross the street (too busy) • Crosswalks needed along both sides of Stevens Creek Blvd • The traffic barrier at Tantau should be kept to keep cars out of the neighborhood • Concerned about traffic impacts at Wolfe and Steven's Creek: avoid densit_p • Add sidewalks on both sides of Tantau • Protect ~riews of the hills: more parking at Stevens Creek and less parking on 280 side • Consider the safety of bicyclists on Vallco, especially with regard to angled parking; one participants said for bike safety no parking along Vallco would be best, or parking in a median strip like in downtown Pacific Grove Sand Hill: Overall Concept When discussing the overall concept of the Sand Hill site, participants reiterated some of the ideas stated at the initial meeting: • A downtown-ish destination for visitors and residents alike • A variety of building heights • Vibrant, unique shops and restaurants • Office and hotel uses mixed in Sand Hill: Uses Participants expressed many ideas about the types of uses they would like to see on the Sand Hill property. Some suggested including stores that cannot be found in other nearby cities or stores that meet unserced needs in Cupertino. Participants mentioned that they'd like to see buildings that could satisfy a variety of types of retail to accommodate changes over time. Some specific retail uses mentioned at the Community Workshop included: • Apple flagship store • Nice restaurants and coffee shops, ice cream shops • Bookstores Soutb L'alka Ana A1arler Planning mtr! DcnlapmwA Summap~ of Scror:d Communifj~ A~imkrbop Apnl23, 2008 ~ 7 _ g • Outdoor flower carts and outdoor farmer's market • Butcher, bakery • Hardware and kitchen supply stores • Boutiques, unique stores, antique store • Jazz clubs, an evening place to get a drink Sand Hill: Park and Gathering Space Participants discussed a park and open land space as part of the site. One person mentioned that they would like to see the full "Heart of the City" setback implemented. Participants have many ideas about the creek. Some suggested protection of the Creek, leaving open the possibility that someday it could be brought up and made snore natural, while others suggested a rela~:ing trail alongside it Sand Hill Pedestrian and Vehicular Circulation The groups agrees that parking is necessary and important to bringing people to the site, and discussed possible good, safe and non-disruptive locations for parking. ~Jhile they mentioned a walkable, pedestrian friendly area, they ~~ant sufficient parking. Participants mentioned that all new parking should be safe and easy, and not slow down traffic on major streets. The group had many ideas but did not reach consensus on whether internal roads in the South Vallco site are a good idea. Some are concerned that pedestrians will trespass the Metropolitan property, and are looking for suggestions as to how to deal with this. One person suggested that a park could sere as a buffer. South T~'allco.4na A1artcr Planning and Dwxlafimen! Summary of Setnnd Communit2 TT~rm~rh. op.~ril23, 2008 ~ - 10 South Vallco Master Plan Draft Framework Overall Vision The South Vallco area is to serve as a gathering place, a gateway, and a focal point for Cupertino residents, while holding regional appeal to visitors. Characteristics of this gathering place are best described as a downtown-ish or main street style setting that is pedestrian oriented, family-friendly., accessible, and well landscaped. Purpose • Improve area identity and character. • Improve circulation and connections. • Promote compatibility with existing developments. I. Improve Area Identity and Character Objective A -Downtown/Main Street Character: Support the creation of a downtown-is or main street style environment. o Pedestrian oriented connections. o Inviting interface and streetscape between properties. o Clear and attractive connections throughout the area. o High quality development and landscaping. Obiective B -Aesthetics: Improve the plan area aesthetics. o Cohesiveness in terms of "look"and "feel". o High quality buildung material and interesting design. o Consistent architectural and landscaping theme throughout the area. Objective C -City Gateway: Indentify the area as an gateway to the City. o Clearly delineate the plan area as a special district and a gateway to the City. o Provide unique and attractive gateway signs and architectural features. Objective D -Quality Landscaping: Encourage quality landscaping through the plan area. o Maintailed tree-lined character of area. o Support new tree plantings. 17 - 11 II. Improve Circulation and Connection Objective E -Pedestrian Connection: Improve pedestrian environment to and from and within the plan area. Objective F- Vehicular Connections: Improve connections for vehicular access. Objective G - Minimise Traffic Impacts: Minimize traffic impacts on local neighborhoods. III. Promote Compatibility with Existing Developments Objective H -Compatibility: Promote compatibility with existing and new developments. o Projects should be compatible both with the existing commercial and residential uses. Objective I -Services: Ensure adequacy of services ~~-12 EXHIBITS BEGIN HERE SOUTH!1~I ~~O C1`C Spa ~1 c~ ester Plan ~~ -~- i ,:~ ~~, r~. ti. 1`] i ~7 ~cl~n~2vled~-en~ents ~O~INIUNrI'I'AND NEtGHBORHOOD GROUPS City of Cupertino residents Concerned Citizens of Cupertino (CCC) Cupertino Against Rezoning (CARe) 1~9.etrop~~litan [-Tome Owners Association and residents Rancho Rinconada Rerreatien Association CI"I'Y COUNCIL Dolly Sandoval, Mayor Orrin ~tilahoney; Vice itilayor Kris Wang, Council ~'Iember Gllbert Wong, Council iti~lember h[arlc Santoro, Council l'Iernber PL,El1V'NING COitIi~IISSION Lisa Giefer, Chairperson Jessica Rose, Planning Commissioner 1~Iarty illiller, Planning Commissioner David Kaneda, Planning Commissioner Paul Brophy, Planning Commissioner CI"I`Y STAFF David Knapp, City tilanager Steve Piasecki, Director of Community Development Kelly Kline, Redevelopment •ancl Economic Develuprnent 1lanager Gary Chao, Senior Planner David Stillman, Senior Civil Engineer CONSUL"['ANTS [ten Rodrigues, Kenneth Rodrigues and Partners Gary Laymon, The Guzzardo Partnership Paul Downs, Paul Downs Consulting Scutt Schor}c, B [~,1: 'Engineering Jason Nesdahl and Todd Henry, Behr and Peers Sov-rg-l UA~,LCO PROPExTY OW~r<.Rs Apple Inc. Cupertino Property Development, LLC Hewlett Packard 1\!Ienlo Cquities Metropolitan Home Owners :`association Orbit Resources Rockwood Capital Sand I-Iil.l Property Company © SOUTH`,~dIICO Master Plan Chapter 1: Introduction ~',Xk:CU"LIVE SCTIti~INIARY On ~-larch 4, 2008, the City of Cuper- tino City Council. made a motion requiring the creation of a South Vallco jV"Taster Plan. Zhe City Council defined this plan as a "focused"Master Plan (°Plan") studying the coordina- tion and interface of the properties in the area commonly referred to as South Vallco ("Plan area") (see Fio- Gu~c 1.1). "The impetus of this motion stemmed from the City of Cupertino General Plan Policy 2-30, Strategy 1 rvllich states "1VIaster Plan. Prepare a 1VIaster Plan for this area to ensure continuity of mass, scale, connectiv- ity and adequacy of infrastnrcture and services, including schools." While the tocused Master Plan wilt not study or recommend changes within property lines, coordinating c~;nnec- tions between the properties in this area will improve the overall char- acter and identity of South Vallco. City Council made a second motion which directed Sand Hill Property Company to manage the Plan process, community outreach, and deliver- able creation. Additionally, as part of the carrying motion, City Council requested that Sand I Till Property Company provide City Council a prog- ress report during the process. Sand l-Till Property Company has worked closely with Citi of Cupertino Planning Stan, adjacent property own- ers, and the community to establish the goals of this area and an actionable plan to achieve these objectives. ~Ili4 South Vallco ~ti Taster Plan contains collaborative community im-olvement and analysis of existing and future land uses, vehicular circulation patterns, and pedestrian circulation patterns. Additionally, the Plan includes recom- mendations to promote commonality of streetscape, crosswalk enhancements, Landscape, lighting, way finding, signuge, anal street furniture. Irnplementation of this plan will bring several long-term benefits to the City of Cupertino and the community at Large: Area revitalization Aesthetic coordination . Organized property connectivity • Roadway infrastructure optimization • Identity recognition PI Alv AAA Fi~aa-z 1.1 is an aerial photograph, showing the boundary of the Plan area. :tiIost of the land in the Plum area is developed with commercial uses such a regional shopping center, ottice build- ings, and high-~{ensity residential It is anticipated that improvements and development of unimproved properties in the Plan Area will also occur further spurring the revitalization of this Area. South Vallco is aregionally-oriented commercial district supported by its accessibility to Interstate 280, Ste- vens Creek Boulevard, Wolfe Road a.nd Tantau venue. South Vallco is bounded by Interstate 280 to the North, Stevens Creek Boulevard to the South, Perimeter Road on the West and the City of Santa Clara boundary Line on the East. Zhe commercial nature of this area is evident by the types of existing and approved uses along with roadway infrastructure that supports high trai~ic intensity. "The majority of this area is primarily developed with the exception of several parcels, some of which have receive°d City approval. P~ELATIONSHIP TO TH.E CITY'S GI;NEI2AL PLAN Zhe Ciri of Cupertino General Plan includes a requirement that a 1~l.aster Plan be created for the South Vallco area. the General Plan acknowledges in Policy 2-30 that South Vallco is a regionally oriented commercial district and e;cpresses as a strategy for Policy 2- 30 the need of a Master Plan to enure the Plan Area is well connected and cohesive. This plan is the product of that request and addresses the Master Plan require- ment to ensure continuity of mass, scale, connectivity and adequacy of services along with recommending a program to continue and enhance the streetscape along Vallco Parkway and Wolfe Road as an implementation of the second Policy 2-30 strategy. In order to titlfill the desired vision of the City of Cupertino General Plan this Plan also includes an implemen- tationprogram highlighting specific improvements and actionable steps to completion. THI: PLANNING PROCI/Ss the planning process was organized through a Series of meetings with adja- cent property owners, community- action groups, neighborhood associations, community rnemhers acid the City of Cupertino Community Development Department. The project team held two community workshops that were open to the general public to discuss the vision and desired aesthetic qualities for South Vallco There were over twenty (20) separate meetings with commu- nity groups, property- otivners, and City representatives: City of Cupertino City Council Community Development Department SOUTHV~IICO 4Vlaster Plan Q f ~a~ure 1.1: Souti~ biall~o Pi~uuii~td rlrzct Master Plan Area Property Owners Apple Inc. Cupertino Property Development, LLC Hewlett Packard itilenlo Equities Orbit Resource; Rockwood Capital Community Groups Concerned Citizens of Cupertino (CCC) Cupertino Against Rezoning (CARe) Rancho Rinconada Recreation Board Association Rancho Rinconada residents ivletropolitan I Iomeowners .lssociation -and residents ~Ihe Community Development Depart- ment was involved throughout this pro- cess and provided input into City- go.rls and values as e::pressed in the General Plan and municipal ordinances. Tlae project team included a community outreach consultant, i Project 1~Ianager from Sand T--Till Property Company, a Principal from architecture firm Ken Rodrigues Partners, a Princip~~l from landscape architecture firm Zhe Guz- zardo Partnership, and a Principal from civil engineering firm BKF. Zhe project team collaborated with adjacent property owners Orbit Resources and Cupertino Property Development, LLC for the initial planning effort. Neighboring prop- erty owners Apple Inc., Hetivlett Packard, It[enlo Equities, and Rock- wood Capital were also contacted. ~iUIDING PRINCIPLES South Vallco is an important part of Cupertino not only with respect to geography; but also with respect to identity. Zhe go~rls of the South Vt11co Master Plan are to: . Clarify and enhance the identity for this area Ensure that the community design and aesthetics of South Vallco are consistent and coordinated . Improve flow and connectivity be- tween planned projects Ensure consistency with Cupertino's general plan . Involve the community A macro principle is that the Plan bal- ances the goals of the many stakehokf- ers for the Plan area including the City, the community, and the various South Vallco ownership groups. Understand- ing,balancing, and. implementing the goals of the stakeholders are steps to turn the guiding principles into reality: ~ SouTNVa!ICO Master Pian Chapter 2: Existing Condition LA.N D US E A key landmark in this area is Cuper- tino Square, a regional retail center, see Fiaur~ 1.~. ~Ihis mall is enclosed and for the most part is automobile-ori- ented, designed to accommodate visitors driving, rather than walking to shop for purchases. Ibis use is developed on large parcels under single ownership. Office buildings comprise a large portion of the Ptan -area uses and are controlled by several ownership groups, see Fioaare 1.3. these buildings are functional and service local technology companies. 13uihlings in this area main- tain avariety ofsetbacks, styles, and scale. the ot~ice buildings are automo- bile-oriented serviced by parking fields and have different Levels of pedestrian access. Currently the only residential property in the Plan area is the Metropolitan Condominiums that front onto Stevens Creek Boulevard. Metropolitan is an urban, high-density project as demon- strated by its scale and limited setbacks. CIR~:ULaTION F,xisting Street Network the Plan area is acces;~ d and crossed by several important streets, and is. accessible to 1 Iighway 280 and major arterials Wolfe Road and Stevens Creek Boule~~ard, see Fig~~re 1.4. Zhe following section describes the roadways within the planning area. the following provi~{es a brief st!nlmary ofkev streets in the Plan area. I-280 I-280 is anorth-south, eight-lane freeway with one lane in each direction designated as a high occupancy vehicle (HOV) lane. HOV Lanes, also known as carpool lanes, are restricted for use by vehicles occupied by two or more persons per vehicle or motorcycles, as tivell as select alternative fuel vehicles, ,~. ~ z. . M w k 81 ~<i. :... K -,',? } -,.~''~- SOUTHVdIlCO ~Jla~t~er Plan t't!~~t~r~~ 1.L t~urrent Lana vse Fidc~r~ 1.~ South G~allco O~turl~;~shi~ G~-oz~~s area, there are four (~) sig-nalized inter- sections along Stevens Creels Boulevard - at Perimeter Road, Wolfe Road/ ~'Ti11er Avenue, Finch Avenue, and Tantau Avenue. In the study area, traffic is primarily westbound in the morning peak hour and eastbound in the evening peak hour. this broad road. is fronted by commercial uses of all types. It is lined by relatively narrotiv, but continuous sidewalks. between 5:00 am and 9:00 am and between 3:00 pm and 7:00 pm. The freeway extends from San Francisco, in the north, to San Jose, in the south. Near the planning area, I-280 runs in a northwest to southeast direction and is the northern boundary of the planning area. IV'Iain access from I-280 to they Plan area is prc;vided by an interchange at Wolfe Road. Northbound on-ramps have active ramp ng during .morning peak period and southbound on-ramps have active ramp-metering during- the afternoon peak period. Typically; north- bound tragic is heavier in the morning peak period and southbound trai~ic heavier in the evening. Stevens Creek Boulevard Stevens Creek Boulevard is a six-lane, east-west arterial with a landscaped median that forms the southern bound- ary of the Plan area. It extends from the western boundary of the City of Cupertino into the City of San Jose to the east. Stevens Creels Boulevard is fronted primarily by commercial land uses, including retail, restaurant, and office uses near the site. In the snidy Wolfe Road Wolfe Road is afour-to-six-lane, north-south arterial located west of the planning area. South of Stevens Creek Boulevard, this street is designated iVliller Avenue. Within the Plan area, Wolfe Road has a landscaped median that restricts some movements from driveways along the roadway. It func- tions as an important link between neighborhoods and districxs, and Inter- state 280. ~Ihere are a wide range of uses fronting the road including commercial and public facilities (shopping centers, service businesses), to single and multi- family homes. Although the street is lined with sidewalks, the high intensity roadway use results in an unpleasant experience for pedestrians. Vallco Parkway Vallco Parkway is a tour-lane, local roadway that connects Nolte Road in the west to Tantau tlvenue in the east and bisects the Plan area. Currently, the roadway is fronted by ottrce buildings and a parking garage to the north and a park-and-ride lot and vacant land to the south. there is a landscaped median running the length of Vallco Parl~vay. 'Ihe intersections of Vallco Parkway with Wolfe Road, Perimeter Road and Tantau Avenue are fully sign~dized; the intersec- tion of I"inch .Avenue is stop-controlled at Vallco Parkway While Vallco is tree- lined, the commercial nature of the street and adjacent uses creates an uninviting pedestrian environment. Q SOUTHVclIICO PJlaster Pian Fi~ur~ 1.~ Ex~istirt~~ t'eh~i~ztlar Circulcztiozt Tantau Avenue Tantau Avenue is a north-south road- way located cost of the planning area. flantau Avenue extends from f-Iome- stead Road in the north to Bollinger Ro:~d in the south. Nort'n of Stevens Creek Boulevard, 1"antau Avenue is a tour-lane roadway; south of Stevens Creek, Tantau Avenue is a two lane roadway with on-street parking. In the Plan area, this roadway- has signals at Vallco Parkway and Stevens Creek Boulevard. Amedian/bollard prohibits southbound vehicular through move- ments ut the intersection with Stevens Creek Boulevard. Finch Avenue 1 inch Avenue is a two-lane north-south roadway extending south from Vallco Parkway towards Phil Lane. there is a landscaped median dig iding the roadway within the planning area. At Stevens Creek Boulez°ard, I-`inch Avenue is signalized; however, northbound ar~d southbound through movements are prohibited.. Perimeter Road Perimeter Road is a two-lane roadway extending around Cupertino Square 1ti~Ia11. ~Ihere are signals at both the Stevens Creek Boulevard and Vallco 1'arlcway intersections. Right-ttrrn- only driveways on `Vo1fe Road north of Vallco Park~l,ay provide access to park- ing areas behind the mall. Perimeter Road is grade separated •at Wolfe Road with no direct access between the two roadti~ ~tvs. E.~cisting Pedestrian Circulation Current pedestrian access in the Plan area is not well planned nor clearly marked. ti Lain ped~:atrian access points are •along public right of ways and into Cupertino Square. While the sidewallcs through the Plan area technically makes the area '`waLkable", the lack of relief from the intensity of the roadways, on- streetparking, and street hrrniture do~~ nor_ make it pedestrian-friendly. Pedestrian facilities include sidewalks, crosswalks, and pedestrian signals at signalized intersections, as well as multi-purpose trails and other dedicated pedestrian right-of-vi°ays. Currently, sideivallcs are construcaed on both sides of Wolfe Road, Stevens Creek Boulevard, and Eul~ h Avenue. Along Vallco I'arlt-~vay,Tantau Avenue, and Stevens Creek Boulevard, side- walks have been constructed adjacent to developed parcels (i.e. along the office developments north of Vt11co Parkway and east ofTantau Avenue). No side- walks exist along Vallco Parl~vay east of the park-and-ride lot or along Tantau Avenue between Stevens Creek Boule- vard and Vallco Parl~vay. A pedestrian walkwvay exists between the north side of the 1~'letropolitan condominium development and Wolfe Road. "Ihe existing sidewalks vary in design - those along `dVolfe Road, Finch Avenue, and Stevens Creek Boulevard SOUTHV~IICO ~/la{te!' Piar~ Fidaare 1.5 i;~t~isti;z~ E'e~~zst~~ica~~~i C.~s: , ul~ativra west of the l~letropolitan condominium development are separated from the roadway by a grass planting strip; other sidewalks are located adjacent to the roadway with no but}er between the roadway and walh-vvay. All of the signalized intersections in the Plan area acre. equipped with pedestrian activated crossing signals, except for the I-280 ramps at Wolfe Road where traf- tic must yield to pedestrians using the crosswalks. There are no marked cross- walks at the unsignallized and stop-sign- controlled intersections along Villco Parkway. Existing Bicycle Facilities Bicycle facilities include bike paths, bike lanes, and bike routes. Bike paths (Class 1 tacil.ities) are pathways, sep:.u-ate from roadways, designated for use by bicy- cles. Often, these pathways also allow pedestrian access. Bike lanes (Class 2 facilities) are lanes on roadways desig- nated for use by bicycles with special lane markings, pavement legends, a.nd signage. Bike routes (Class 3) are exist- ing right-of--ways that accommodate bicycles but are not separate from the existing travel lanes. Routes are typically designated only with signs. Bike lanes are provided on ~Votfe Road, Va11co Parhrvay, and Tantau Avenue near the site. Existing Transit Operations Zhe Santa Clara Valley Transp~,rtation Authority (VTA) operates bus service in Santa Clara County. Other transit agen- cies, such as Caltrain and AC L transit, operate shuttles within the County: Currently, VTA express bus routes 1.01 and 182 and V"I'!l local bus routes 81 and 23 serve the Plan area. Caltrain oilers a shuttle from Lawrence Caltrain Station to employment centers in the area. There is currentiv apark-and-ride tut located south of Vallco Parkway at Perimeter Road. UPPOR'I'UNCTIES AND CONS I'RAIN'CS There are both short-term and long- term opportunities to transform portions of the Plan area into a pedes- trian-oriented district because there are multiple properties in the Plan area under redevelopment. Conversely, existing physical constraints are among potential limitations that may influence area change. "The fallowing provides an overview of development opportunities anc{ constraints: Opportunities Revitalize art important commercial district chat is located at the heart of Silicon Valley with excellent access to Interstate 280 and main roadway arterials ~tiT.ultiple properties under redevelop- ment with ownership b oups who are motivated to improve the character of the area Changes able to occur in the near-term. with the implementation of the t~cused i~'laster Plan which purposes to v!-ga- nize the enhancements to the au-ea Constraints . The Plan focuses on connections between properties and c{oes not •ad- dress anything within property lines Existing buildings, infrastructure, and access al~ect extent of possible change . Implementation of the P{an is limited by economic feasibility ~~rnd mutual participation by Plan area property owners SOUTHV~IICO Master Plan ~~~~teY 3: ~b~ecti~ves OVLItr`r.LL VISION Through the planning process, the project team received a wide •array of comments and input providing the project team abroad-base perspective of the communit-t~'s visivn for South Vallco. there were certain comments that were consistently voiced that col- lectively formes major themes for the community's vision. As an overall vision, the South Vallco area is to serve as a gathering place, a gateway, and a focal point for Cuper- tino residents while holding regional appeal to visitors. Characteristics of this gathering place are best described as a downtown-ish or Main Street-style set- ting that is pedestrian oriented, family- friendly, accessible, and well landscaped. OsJ>L.C`rtv~s PURPOSE The objectives help define input from the community, property owners and Citv into concepts that can be built upon and eventuallvrtu~ned into phy~si- ca1 form. These objectives are catego- rized into three major topic areas :uid form the basis for the recommendations in this Plan: . Improve are~i identity and character . Improve circulation and connections Promote compatibility with existing developments At a minimum this includes plan- ning pedestrian oriented connec- tions with good accessibility and attractive, high-quality design. "Lhe interface and streetcape between the properties should be inviting and have clear connec- tions throul;h the Plan area. It is not anticipated nor contemplated that the area look identical, but the qu~dity of the area should reflect the character of the City. A lti'Iain Street style setting that is eclectic in nature with varying architec- tur al styles, massing, scale, and uses should be embraced. Objective (B) Aesthetics .i' ~~;~.~ r-rue the Plan rirecr caesihatic The area should be cohesive in terms of the "look" and "feel". It should draw upon high quality materials and interesting design. "Ihe aesthetic should be consistent. throughout the f Lan area and should ad~_lress streetscape, land- scaping, street furniture, lighting, signage, and street Creatment. There are a wide range of styles that can address the appropriate "look" and "feel" of the area includ- ing aesthetics that draw upon Cupertino's history. Objective (C) City Gateway lc~erttifY =%~~:~ •. _~ra .,; czg:~_ __ ~:,v to the City I. Improve Area Identity and 1 It should be ~ car that this area is Character a specific district of the City. Dis- trict gateways require signa,tie or Objective (A) momiments to delineate this area Downtown/Main Street Character as unique to the rest of the City. Support the cYe~tion r f a da•wntown-ish ar ~ilain Streetstyleenz~ironment. SOUTHVdIICO Master P[~Y? Objective (D) Quality Landscaping l;ncoa~,rc~r~e duality landscctping throrr,~,~ t ~~° Plar, area ~Ihe overall landscape plan should be consistent in the Plan area incorporating existing lcn~~~~~~ping areas. Illaintain tree-lined char- Objective (G) Traffic .~~Iinimize tra~ic impacts on loa,l nel~bhoi-hcods Seek to minimize impact on adja- cent neighborhoods by optimizing vehicul~u- circulation plan. aster of area and support new tree planting when existing trees need III, Promote Compatibility With to be removed ur are. no longer Existing Developments alive. Objective (I-I) Development Compatibility II. Improve Circulation and Prorraote compatibility with e.xistinb cr,rct Connections ne~u develop--menu Objective (E) Pedestrian Connection Improve pedest;~i~rn and 6i~ycle en•z~iron- neent on hallco Parkway and .St~z~~r>; Creek with accessibility to on-~ `r;~~ l ~ICZi'kln~r Fostering sate pedestrian walkways and convenient on-street parking along Vallco Parkway and Stevens Creek are critical to making the area welcoming and support- ing retail viability: Pedestri~ut and bicycle connectivity must be enhanced to provide improved access between properties where vehicular connections are infea- sible or where pedestrian access is a preferred alternative. Objective (F) Vehicular Connection lY1ZpY0~~'P : ~ ~ ._.. '~'~! ~~'~.r _iJZCll a5 ~.,. Create logical, safe, and attractive aut~:nnobile connections within the Plan area. Both existing; and new streets should be visually appealing and inviting. Traffic calming ele- ments that slow tragic to promote pedestrian and bicycle safety should be supported. Proposed projects should be compatible with uses as described in the General Plan and buildings in the Plan area should engage the 5 ire ~ r_. Objective (I) Services Frr.;ura ride friary of •services Proposed projects should analyze existing service levels to ensure service networks are adequate to support a respective project or require enhancement. SOUTHVdIICO Master Plan Ca~~JG~~teY° ~F® ~YYLyYI~Yll~~1 (.r/`JGIYGLCteY° .~eSt~J~~ZC ] t is anticipated that changes to the Plan area may occur in the near-term based on the number of properties under redevelopment, cooperative ownership groups, and the community's desire for an improved pedestrian envi- ronment. the character and vitality of the Plan area is anal will be influenced by many considerations, including the existing street experience, buildings, and open. space areas along with the desired "look" and "feel" defined by the community. the purpose of this chapter is to express policies and recommendations to ensure that the character and objectives for the area are realized. the following policies and recommendations are intended to define the ~{esign style and aesthetic quality, and should be used as a general reference as the guiding concepts for the proposed implementation plan. Policy 4.1 Establish consistent, pedes- trianfriendly landscape and streetscape to promote a downtotivn and I~'Iain Street style setting. Policy 4.2 Identift-• the style and design features for lighting, street furniture, and way finding to promote a consistent aesthetic. The community was involved is defin- ing the "look" and "feel" of this area. ~?ualitatively, the area needs to be high in quality, safe, pedestrian-friendly, tree-lined, and attractive. No one sty-1e emboclies the entire Plan area aesthetic and there are many tivays to appropri- ately address the character of the area including drawing upon Cupertino's agrarian history. Practically implement- ing an area-wide plan that addresses overall landscaping, street treatment, lighting, signage, way finding, street furniture, and district monuments is an effective strategy to achieve the desired qu<rlitative outcome. Typical Main Street style environments change organically over time and are eclectic in nature with varying styles, heights, massing, and uses. ~Ihis will also held true for the Plan area as much of the area is already established. L.i~NDSCAPL Fr~r,::: 1.5 describes the overall land- scape plan for the Plan area. An exist- ing feature is the Ash trees that line the major arterials traversing the area. ~~~Ihile some of these trees are in poor health or are no longer alive, the tree lined setting establishes an important tone for the area. Zhe plan is to main- i 1 . "I I ~ ~~~ a~~ ~aga~rz 1..6 Cl=ve~czll Li~n~isuzpe ~'ian KEI .... ..r. ~_:~ ~ :~~ z ~- ° . ~ ~ ~i SO~~H - ; Fr~tn-e 1.7 Desi~n Ele~n~~uts twin the tree lined character of the area and enhance it by providing secondary street trees when appropriate. ~ll existing and new streets in the Plan area should be lined with conti.nuotis sidewalks and street trees in order t~~ provide a comfortable and attractive walking environment. DESIGN FLATURi?S "Ihe imagery shown in Fitiure 1. demonstrates the "look" and "feel" of the lighting, street furniture, walkway features, and way findin . 'Ihe design features are the basis of setting the quality and tone of the Plan area. For this to be considered adowntown-ish or l~'Iain Street style setting, the design needs to be of hi~~h quality and lend itself to be on a "human-scale,"warm, and inviting. Current design features in the area are industrial and utilitarian in nature as exemplified by the lighting along Stevens Creek. Zhe Plan recommends design fea- tures that serve tvvo purposes. First to serve as a use, whether in lighting, way finding, benches, but also to serve as a design Aesthetic that sets the tone for the area. Factors ai~ecting the design style are the existing and future design elements either in place or planned for this area, respectively. The Plan blends existing modern-oriented design ele- ments while also drawing upon "old- world"design elements that allude to Cupertino's agricultural history. Zhis elem-gilt is not limited to benefiting the Plan area only, but is the basis of a district template that can transition ~:veli. into adjacent neighborhoods and districts. Collectively, the Plan area has to have various design elements to create an interesting pedestrian experience. souTHVallco Master Pian ~°~~z~t~~° .5: Gi~culati®n Zhe character of an area is influenced by the sc~ile and quality of its street sy-stenl. ~I11e existing roadway network in the planning area was developed witl.z little emphasis placed on the non-vehicular elements of a roadway. The Plan calls fur creating a more intercunnected and pedestrian-friesidly ciradation system by scaling streets appropriately for the future uses expected to develop on the surrounding parcels. l'o accomplish these goals, irniiG i~{u.tl projects will make focused improvements to the local roadways that connect the planning area. "Il-iis chapter describes the automo- bile and pedestrian circulation system within the Plan area, as well as design and access considerations for road- ways within the Plan area. Cmphasis is placed on creating safe, et~ective, and attractive streets. It should be noted that existing roadway elements, crosswalks, setbacks, anal sidewalks are constraining factors affecting the degree of change that can be implemented. It is anticipated that circulation improve- ments that can and/or will be proposed will be in conjunction with property redevelopment Policy 5.1 Establish consistent, pedes- trian and bicycle friendly streetscape improvements throughout the Plan area. Policy 5.2 Develop an area-wide pedes- trian circulation network including enhancing existing and future crosswalks to pro- mote safe pedestrian access. ~UTLIRE PI/DI;S"I'RIAi~1 C [ RCU i.ATION "Ihe connections in Figure 1.8 demon- strate aconnected network of pedestrian and bi-cycle paths along public right of ~vavs and within private developments. SOUTHVdIICO Master Plan F~tgure 1.n Fc~tccre Pec~escriczn Circz~ilc~tion F~tterns For South Vallco to become adown- town-ish like district, consistency for pedestrian and vehicular use is neces- sary. Connections between properties and to ot7~ices, shopping, neighborhoods, and schools will enhance the accessibil- ity, usihilit~; suit{ ~i~thilityofthis area. It is intended that improvements to existing and future crosswalks will be made to enhance overall pedestrian circulation in the Plan area. Any new pedestri~~m crossings should be designed using desirable state-of-the-practice engineering and planninti principles. Desirable chteracteristics for sate, marked pedestrian crossings include: Convenient locations to cross Slow or controlled vehicle speeds • EYCellent visibility for both pedetri- ans and drivers Si7nage directing pedestrians to the safest and most adequate crossings Signage alerting. drivers to pedestrian ri;;ht-of--ways tivhere appropriate Existing and planned pedestrian facili- ties should provide visitors and residents safe passage between the various land uses within the Plan area. In addi- tion to the above, the following design considerations should be considered for pedestrian crosstivaLks: Appropriate striping patterns or pavement Informational signs, signals or marlc- rugs ADA accessibility FUTURE VEHICULAR C tRCULATION The Plan calls for the creation of an interconnected street system which will pillow for convenient access throughout the Plan area and into adjacent areas. the .rppearance and character of these streets should be equally attractive and designed considering their surround- ings. "Ihe streetscape plan includes locations of vehicular ingress and egress access points. Zhe Plan includes street treatments at select locations through SOUTHVdIICO Plaster Pla F~igzare 1. y ~istzere Vehicular Cir~itlcation 1'cttterns the Plan area, not only to signify and mark where the area begins, but also to make the area more visually appealing and updated. If pussible the streets in the Plan area should be lined with tree shaded sidewalks, allowing safe and convenient walking opportunities. Policy 5.3 Support diagonal on-street parking lined with sidewalks along Vallco Parkway and parallel parking along Stevens Creek Boulevard, in order to create apedestrian-friendly street environment Policy 5.4 Modify or enhance existing streets to create an intercon- nected and cohesive street system in the Plan area "Ihe Plan calls for angled, on-street parking along Vallco Parkway accom- modated by narrowing the roadway from two to one lane in either one or in both directions. `~Ihe proposed modi- fication, in conjunction with intersec- tion-level improvements, would likely slow tragic on the street ana provide a pedestrian-friendly environment. the on-street parking is proposed to accommodate demand for parking and the tirture planned retail developments along Vallco Parkway. Similarly, it is envisioned that proposed parallel park- ing along Stevens Creek is intended to increase accessibility to existing and hrture retail stores along the street. Fur- ther analysis will need to be conduc ed to determine the operations of Stevens Creek Boulevard and the viability of this paring concept. While the design of some streets in the Plan area are not oriented towards pedestrians due to a lack of on-street parking to shield pedestrians from traf- fic, there is an opportunity to improve the interaction between motorists and pedestrians in the Plan area. ~Ilus con- sideration maybe achieved by imple- menting several design solutions that more ef}ectivelyr delineates crosswalk areas and increases on-street parking along Vallco Parkway to reduce the commercial nature of the Parkway into something that is more approachable and accessible to visitors. SOUTH~1cl~ICO ~~/IaSter Pear- Chapter 6: Land Ilse The General Plan describes South Vallco as an area to be retained and enhanced as °large-scale commercial area that is a regional commercial (including hutel), oT~ice and entertain- ment center with supporting residential development." Cupertino Syuare, the regir~nal mall fronting both sides of 1Vorth Wolfe Road and the ofFice buil~{- ings lining Villco Parkway comprise the prey{ominant uses in this area. VVhi1e the commercial tone of this area is set by the mall and office buildings, greater development intensity is also demon- strated by ~letrupolitan condominiums, a high density residential project which has frontage on Stevens Creek Boule- vard (see Figure 1.10). Policy 6.1 Support proposed projects that conform to the General Plan and that fit with the character of the Plan area Policy 6.2 Ensure the adequacy of core infrastructure and services for the Plan area; evahiate addi- tional impacts associated with specific projects on a case-by- case basis. the community voiced their desire for the Plan area to serve as a positive foul point for the City, appeal to a regional audience and have hluin Street type characteristics. Planning a setting that addresses these goals starts with creating apedestrian-friendly and accessible area and continues with creating a dynamic and complementary mix of uses that holds regional appeal. FUTURE LA_t~1D USES AND SERVICES Future South Vallco Land uses are depicted in Figure 1.10 and shows how the envisioned uses are complementary and serve various purposes. Cupertino SOUTHVc~IICO MctSf Fi~rus-~ 1.10 Future Lard Uses Square is the regional mill of the area and because of its size and location has the potential to be an agent of change. Offices in the Plan area create a tremen- dous base of patrons requiring com- munity-serving retail, restaurants, and services. Existing residential and future housing uses provide activity to the Plan area at night. Yet in order to achieve the community's goals anti "complete the picture", the area needs a high quality mixed use project drat sets the standard and spurs Plan area improvement. At the center is a mixed-use, pedestrian-oriented shop- ping experience with main street style retail., office, senior housing, hotel, and possibly an athletic club. Collectively the area serves a diverse set of purposes. l.he housing-work balance is addressed through existing and future residenti~il and o$ice. there is a wide range of retail uses that are supported in the Plan area including a traditional mall experience in Cupertino Square and cornmuniry-sere, ing retail and res- taurants in apedestrian-friendly, open- air experience along Vallco Parl~vay- and hinch Avenue. Last, hotels, athletic clubs, and p.rrks complement the other uses oi~ering a wide range of commu- nity serving services and activities. 'there is an existing infrastnrcnire and services network that supports the PL~.n area including, but not limited to sewer, water, electricity; gas, fire, police, and sch~,<~ls. As new projects are pruposed, associated impacts compared to the baseline should be assessed and deter- mined if the service and infrastruc- ture networks ~~ire adequate or r~~r~.ls enhancement. Studying the impacts to existing service and intrastructttre networks on a case- by-case basis enables more accurate assessment and better data to manage actual impacts to the area. SOUTHvc~!!CO 19~ Cbc~pter 7: Isnplemerztation "This chapter provides implementa- tion steps to help weave the Plan area together as a district. ~~1he implemen- tation of the Plan in the flan area is focused on the connective tissue between the properties including streetsc~fpe, lighting, wav finding, sig- nage, and street turninfre. COS"CS the intent of the Plan is to catablish actionable steps to install improvements to the Plan area in the near fur<ire. Participation and contribution to this end by Plan area property owners is essential. "There are several options for addressing the costs including Pian area property owners mutually agreeing to assign ~_osts on a pro-rata share basis or that each property owner pay for improvements for the area surrounding their respective property lines. I~iP~~1ti1~NT~~~1ov S~rLPs Sidewalk Lighting Supplement existing Lighting elements with new pedestrian-scale lighting for Stevens Creek, Tan tau, Vallco and w~flEe incorpof~ating thematic lighting features to illuminate the pedestrian environment. ~11ie current lighting program works for vehicular traffic, but the large scale canopy shields the light from illuminating the pedestrian areas making the area ttel inactive and fore- boding. 111ese lights would add Light to the ground and pedestrian activity area which would create a distinctive upscale look to these m,fjor streets. ^Ilie light source would be shielded to prevent glare and light pollution. Median Improvements Re-work landscape design in medians to create strong fresh landscape presentation. Existing planting looks dated, is not consistent in theme and lacks personality and scale. Prt pose to keep existing trees of value, enhance shrub planting to provide color and „~~~a ,~:~,~<:r~n, i i hrtersechrni at Stevens Creek and Wolfe e~+sd:rix<~ v .-..... u-1'vr.ut~',e.:..:,r~:zrorv+~4y,aAw`~'s:~irer~.-.'t~v:.ws~r~~ Figure 1.11 Ina~rowenaents: Lightin~;lLlediczn, C;rossut~rlks SOUTH'vdllt 0 `:. . -- ~ ..xrsting and fh•:v Unvv R^er -~ ~,_ -~ i xe4 (In tfa[Yyruuntll ~. ,: .., . Pa c /( ,. r M1•F Y . ~Z 4 j y S' s \ : <s ~1 ~ 'M _...___ C I nn (Irr BaSkyruunJl , . ~~ arv ~ ~ r{' ~ i M ~ ~~ I(~ `~'°~IRY '.~-~'~ rnual Polar F nS~:e• GISUIdY Y i F tK ivK yM"` ~ ~ 1. Gateway Median Sections on Stevens Creek wry a,e Sr[~~r rrr.~.. ve Pia~d rigM1[S Fadaire l.ll Inaprovez~ae~~zts: Uczze2c~cry, Ligh~inti interest, reduce paved areas in left turn lane pockets and develop new paved material palette unidue to this district. [last, acid uplighting to median trees. Gateway Features Create new gateway features on Stevens Creek and Wolfe that identity entrance into this new district of town. It is anticipated that the gateway feature be managed by Plan area property own- ers contributing to the Plan improve- ments. this could include Cupertino monuments (replace enay sign on east median), community banner presenta- tion (replace current banner location west of district border near Portal), a textured. roadway pavement "thresholk{". ropolitan and Finch and along Va11co Park~,vay and Tantau where applicable. Incorporating the flowering pear trees allows for transitions of scale at these activated frontages and fitrther beauti- fies the area with a common tree feature <. ,~ that is more human scale . Crosswalk Paving Provide new paver crosswalks at select intersections alorn;; Stevens Creek Blvd., Wolfe, Vl11co and Tantau to enhance pedestrian crossings into the Master Flan area. "These pavers may be per- meable while providing an enhanced {esign element to the street. New StreetTree Planting Draw upon Cnpertino's history as an agrarian community with orchards and wineries, by planting new flowering pear trees to extend and till in the existing tree canopy; this will buds upon the tree-lined nature of the Plan area which is a distinguishing design element in this district. Trees will be planted to complete the block between die 1/let- SOUTHV~IICO IVIaSter Plan' ' ~ Sec[lon at Vallco Pa rkwey Plaza Intersection Appendix• Planning ~ Outreach Schedule ~+IARCII ~., 2008 City Council 1~'IARCx 5, 2008 Community Development Department MARCx 13, 2008 Orbit Resinirces ~ Cupertino Property Development, I LC 1VI~~t;~ t~ z7, zoo8 Community Development Dep~utment l~'TAt:t't~ 20, 2008 Nlenlo Equities ~ZARCH 2q., 2008 Orbit Resources & Cupertino Property .Development, L.LC ~'l ~ j; t ~ ~ = ~ , 2008 Concerned Citizens Of Cupertino A~RIi ~ , zo~~~ Rancho Rincunada Recreation hoard rlsso~iation APRIL I, 2008 Cupertino Against Rezoning (Care) A P R t t. -, ~ oo'~ Hewlett Packard APRIL ; , =008 Community Development Department APRIL IO, z00~ First Community Workshop APRIL I~., zoo8 Apple Inc. APRIL 18, zoo8 Rockwood Capital APRIL 2 I, 2008 Community Development Department APRIL z j, 2008 Second Community Workshop APRIL z.¢, 2008 Rancho 12inconada Residents APRIL 29, 2008 lti'Ietropolitan Homeotivners Association and Residents ~IAY g, zoos Orbir Resources & Cupertino Property Development, LLC ~IAY I2, 200£ Community Development Department l~'IA~ ~ ~, zoo$ Metropolitan Homeotivners ASSOt;latlOn Board Member 1'~TAY 20, zoo8 City Council SOUTHV~IICO Master Pian