DRC Summary 01-17-2013 OFFICE OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
CITY HALL
10300 TORRE AVENUE • CUPERTINO, CA 95014-3255
C U P E RT 1 N O (408) 777-3308• FAX(408) 777-3333• planning�a cupertino.org
To: Mayor and City Council Members
Planning Commissioners
From: Aarti Shrivastava, Director of Community Development
Date: January 22, 2013
Subj: REPORT OF DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE FINAL DECISIONS
MADE January 17, 2013
Chapter 19.12.170 of the Cupertino Municipal code provides for
A eal of decisions made b the Desi n Review Committee
1. Application
EXC-2012-03, RM-2012-41,Jahan Faridnia (Tsuri residence), 10630
Gascoigne Dr
Description
R1 Exception to allow an existing detached structure with legal non-confarming
front and side setbacks to be attached to the principle dwelling;
Minor Residential Permit to allow a portion of a 12' 3" extension of a legal non-
conforming wall line and to allow a portion of a 246 square foot addition to
encroach approximately 11" into the required 20' rear yard setback
Action
The Design Review Committee approved the application on a 2-0-0 vote.
This is effective January 17, 2013. The fourteen-calendar day appeal will
expire on February 5, 2013.
Enclosures:
Design Review Committee Report of January 17, 2013
Resolution No(s). 312 & 313
Plan set
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
PLANNING DIVISION
CITY HALL
10300 TORRE AVENUE•CUPERTINO, CA 95014-3255
(408)777-3308•FAX(408)777-3333
CUPERTINO
DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE STAFF REPORT
Agenda Item No. � Agenda Date: Tanuary 17, 2013
Application: EXC-2012-03 and RM-2012-41
Applicant: Jahan Faridnia (Amir Tsuri)
Project Location: 10630 Gascoigne Drive (APN 375-22-022)
Application Summary:
1. R1 Exception (EXC-2012-03) to allow an existing detached structure with legal non-
conforming front and side setbacks to be attached to the principal dwelling.
2. Minor Residential Permit (RM-2012-41) to allow a 12 foot, 3 inch extension of a legal non-
conforming wall line and to allow a portion of a 246 square foot addition to encroach
approximately 11 inches into the required 20 foot rear yard setback.
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends that the Design Review Committee approve the R1 Exception (EXC-2012-03)
and Minor Residential Permit (RM-2012-41) per the draft resolutions.
PROJECT DATA:
General Plan Desi nation Low Densi (1-6 DU/Gross Acre)Rancho Rinconada
Zonin Designation R1-5 (Sin le-Famil Residential,5,000 s uare foot minimum lot size)
Existin Proposed Land Use One-stor sin le-famil residence
Net Lot Size 5,508 s uare feet
Allowed/Required Proposed
Lot coverage 50%of the net lot area 48%
Floor area ratio 45% of the net lot area 45%
Height Two stories,not exceedin 28' One stor , 15'
First floor minimum building Front-20' Front-15' (Existing,R1 Exception req.)
setbacks Side-5' on each side Side-5';4'6" (Existing,R1 Exception
Rear-20' requested)
Rear-19'1" (Existing,MRP requested)
Pro'ect Consistenc with:
General Plan Yes
Zonin Yes, exce t for the setback exce tion re uests
Environmental Review Categorically Exempt per Section 15301, Class 1 (Existing Facilities-
Additions to Existing Structures) of CEQA
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BACKGROUND:
Site Description
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DISCUSSION:
Application requests
The applicant, Jahan Faridnia, representing the property owner, Amir Tsuri, is proposing to add
419 square feet to an existing one-story single-family residence in order to attach the principal
dwelling to the existing detached one-car garage. The project also involves formally legalizing a
previous addition on the rear (246 square feet) and southerly side (308 square feet) of the house.
The project requires an R1 Exception to maintain the existing non-conforming front and side
yard setbacks. A Minor Residential Permit is also requested to extend an existing legal non-
conforming wall line and to facilitate a rear yard setback less than 20 feet. Typically, Minor
Residential Permit projects are approved by the Director of Community Development. The
Design Review Committee is reviewing both applications concurrently since an R1 Exception is
requested.
Front and Side Yard Setback Exception
The majority of the residences in the Rancho Rinconada neighborhood (including the project
home in question) were built under the County of Santa Clara's jurisdiction with varying
building setbacks and development parameters that are considered non-conforming under the
City of Cupertino's requirements. There is also a predominant neighborhood pattern of existing
residences in the neighborhood with front-loading attached and detached one-car garages and
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carports with front setbacks less than 20 feet, many of which have similar or identical site plans
as the subject property. These residences were originally constructed in the 1950s, and are shown
on Attachment 1.
Per Section 19.28.070 (E)(1) and (E)(2) of the Cupertino R1 Ordinance, principal dwellings in the
R1-5 zoning district are required to be setback a minimum of 20 feet from the front property line
and 5 feet from each side property line. These requirements are intended to ensure adequate
light and air access from the street and separation/privacy between residential properties.
The project proposes to add onto the existing principal residence and connect to the rear of an
existing detached one-car garage. Generally, detached structures are allowed to have lesser
setbacks. However, when the garage is proposed to be attached, technically it must meet the
required setbacks of the principal structure. Consequently, an exception is required for this
project. It should be noted that all of the proposed addition areas meet the City's setback
requirements.
The existing undersized (11' by 20') one-car garage is positioned in the front of the house with a
legal non-conforming setback of 15 feet from the front property line and 4'6" from the southerly
side property line. The proposed addition and the connection from the principal dwelling to the
garage will not encroach further into the required setbacks. The proposed addition also will not
exacerbate the perceptive size, height, and location of the existing one-car garage. In accordance
with the Parking Ordinance, the applicant has set aside the square footage necessary from the
buildable area as a credit to facilitate a future two-car garage conversion, if deemed desirable.
Staff supports the front and side yard setback exceptions given the reasons described above.
Minor Residential Permit
The project is also requesting to legalize a 246 square foot area at the rear of the existing house
with a Minor Residential Permit to allow for a reduced rear yard setback of 19'1", and to
continue an existing legal non-conforming building line for a distance of 12'3". Another 308
square foot of building area along the southerly side of the residence is also being legalized as
part of this consideration. Staff supports the Minor Residential Permit request and the proposed
additions since they comply with the R1 Ordinance.
See the proposed site plan below showing the areas that are subject to a Minor Residential
Permit:
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Approval Findings
Staff recommends that the Design Review Committee approve the project based on the following
R1 Exception and Minor Residential Permit findings (Section 19.28.140 E and A, respectively):
R1 Exce�tion:
The literal enforcement of the R1 Ordinance will result in restrictions inconsistent zvith the
spirit and intent o f this chapter;
The project is consistent with the intent of the R1 Ordinance in that it minimizes visual impacts
to adjacent residential properties and that it is compatible with other homes in the
neighborhood.
The proposed development will not be injurious to property or improvements in the area, nor be
detrimental to the public safety, health, and welfare;
The project will not be detrimental or injurious to property or improvements in the vicinity, and
will not be detrimental to the public health, safety, or welf are.
The exception to be granted is one that will require the least modification of the prescribed
design regulations and the minimum variance that will accomplish the purpose; and
The existing one-car garage was originally permitted by the County of Santa Clara almost 60
years ago. The existing 15 foot front yard setback is consistent with other residences that were
constructed at the time. Under current City zoning requirements, the garage would need to meet
the minimum setbacks of the principal residence in order to be attached to the principal
residence. Other than the proposed attachment to the principal residence, the existing legal non-
conforming one-car garage is not proposed to be intensified in terms of height, size, or location.
Due to the irregular shape of the lot, the strict application of the prescribed side yard setback
requirement creates a situation where a portion of the existing one-car garage encroaches a
minimal distance into the required setback; however, the majority of the structure is setback the
code-required distance. The intent of the ordinance is met since the exceptions will result in a
house that is comparable in siting, scale, and massing as others in the neighborhood.
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The proposed exception will not result in significant visual impact as viewed from abutting
properties
The proposed project is consistent with other existing homes in the Rancho Rinconada
neighborhood. No adverse visual impacts from abutting properties are anticipated with the
project, primarily since it is a one-story project and does not further encroach into required
setbacks, other than those areas requested with a Minor Residential Permit, which are consistent
with the requirements of the R1 Ordinance.
Minor Residential Permit:
The project is consistent with the Cupertino General Plan, any applicable specific plans, zoning
ordinances and the purposes of this title.
The project is consistent with the General Plan and zoning ordinance, except for the R1 Exception
requested. The project is not located in a specific plan area.
The granting of the permit will not result in a condition that is detrimental or injurious to
property or improvements in the vicinity, and will not be detrimental to the public health,
safety or welfare.
The project will not be detrimental or injurious to property or improvements in the vicinity, and
will not be detrimental to the public health, safety, or welfare.
The proposed project is harmonious in scale and design with the general neighborhood.
The proposed project is harmonious in scale and design with the general neighborhood. The
project's building form, height, roof pitches, materials, and setbacks are consistent with the
predominant neighborhood pattern in Rancho Rinconada.
Adverse visual impacts on adjoining properties have been reasonably mitigated.
The project proposes to improve the existing home and address other "clean-up" items, such as
legalizing past unpermitted work, removing an interior garage wall to allow for proper parking
depth, and modifying existing roof eaves to be setback the required distance from the side
property line. No adverse privacy impacts are anticipated with the one-story project.
Outreach/Noticing
The following table is a brief summary of the noticing done for this project:
Notice of Public Hearing, Site Notice Agenda
Legal Ad
• Site Signage • Posted on the City's official notice
(14 days prior to the hearing) bulletin board (one week prior to the
• Legal ad placed in newspaper hearing)
(at least 10 days prior to the hearing) • Posted on the City of Cupertino's
• 7 notices mailed to property owners Web site (one week prior to the
ad'acent to the ro'ect site (300 foot) hearin )
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(10 days prior to the hearing)
The City sent out notices to adjacent property owners. No public comments were received at the
time of staff report production.
PERMIT STREAMLINING ACT
This project is subject to the Permit Streamlining Act (Government Code Section 65920 — 65964).
The City has complied with the deadlines found in the Permit Streamlining Act.
Project Received: November 14, 2012
Deemed Incomplete: December 14, 2012
Deemed Complete:January 4, 2013
The City has 60 days (until March 4, 2013) to make a decision on the project since this project is
Categorically Exempt from CEQA. The Design Review Committee's decision on this project is
final unless appealed to the City Council within 14 calendar days of the decision.
CONCLUSION
Staff recommends approval of the project since the project and conditions of approval address all
concerns related to the proposed project and all of the findings for approval of the proposed
project, consistent with Chapter 19.28 of the Cupertino Municipal Code, may be made.
Prepared by: George Schroeder, Assistant Plann
Approved by: Gary Chao, City Planner � �
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Attachments
Draft Resolutions
Attachment 1:Neighborhood Residences with Reduced Setback,One-Car Garages
Plan Set
EXC-2012-03
CITY OF CUPERTINO
10300 Torre Avenue
Cupertino, California 95014
RESOLUTION NO. 312
OF THE DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE OF THE CITY OF CUPERTINO APPROVING AN Rl
EXCEPTION TO ALLOW AN EXISTING DETACHED STRUCTURE WITH LEGAL NON-CONFORMING
FRONT AND SIDE SETBACKS TO BE ATTACHED TO THE PRINCIPAL DWELLING LOCATED AT
10630 GASCOIGNE DRIVE (APN 375-22-022)
SECTION I: PROJECT DESCRIPTION
Application No.: EXC-2012-03
Applicant: Jahan Faridnia (Amir Tsuri)
Location: 10630 Gascoigne Drive (APN 375-22-022)
SECTION II: FINDINGS FOR AN R1 EXCEPTION:
WHEREAS, the Design Review Committee of the City of Cupertino received an application for an R1
Exception as described in Section I. of this Resolution; and
WHEREAS, the necessary public notices have been given as required by the Procedural Ordinance of the
City of Cupertino, and the Design Review Committee has held at least one public hearing in regard to the
application; and
WHEREAS, the applicant has met the burden of proof required to support said application; and
WHEREAS, the Design Review Committee finds as follows with regard to this application:
a. The literal enforcement of this chapter will result in restrictions inconsistent with the spirit and intent
of this chapter.
The project is consistent with the intent of the R1 Ordinance in that it minimizes visual impacts to adjacent
residential properties and that it is compatible with other homes in the neighborhood.
b. The proposed development will not be injurious to property or improvements in the area, nor be
detrimental to the public safety, health and welfare.
The development will not be injurious to property or improvements in the area nor be detrimental to the public
health and safety.
c. The exception to be granted is one that will require the least modif ication of the prescribed design
regulation and the minimum variance that will accomplish the purpose.
The existing one-car garage was originally permitted by the County of Santa Clara almost 60 years ago. The
existing 15 foot front yard setback is consistent with other residences that were constructed at the time. Under
current City zoning requirements, the garage would need to meet the minimum setbacks of the principal residence
in order to be attached to the principal residence. Other than the proposed attachment to the principal residence,
the existing legal non-conforming one-car garage is not proposed to be intensified in terms of height, size, or
location. Due to the irregular shape of the lot, the strict application of the prescribed side yard setback requirement
creates a situation where a portion of the existing one-car garage encroaches a minimal distance into the required
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setback; however, the majority of the structure is setback the code-required distance. The intent of the ordinance is
met since the exceptions will result in a house that is comparable in siting, scale, and massing as others in the
neighborhood.
d. The proposed exception will not result in significant visual impact as viewed from abutting
properties.
The proposed project is consistent with other existing homes in the Rancho Rinconada neighborhood. No adverse
visual impacts from abutting properties are anticipated with the project, primarily since it is a one-story project
and does not further encroach into required setbacks, other than those areas requested with a Minor Residential
Permit, which are consistent with the requirements of the R1 Ordinance.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED:
T'hat after careful consideration of maps, facts, exhibits, testimony and other evidence submitted in this
matter, subject to the conditions which are enumerated in this Resolution beginning on Page 2 thereof, the
application for an R1 Exception, Application no. EXC-2012-03, is hereby approved; and
That the subconclusions upon which the findings and conditions specified in this Resolution are based and
contained in the Public Hearing record conceming Application no. EXG2012-03 as set forth in the Minutes
of Design Review Committee Meeting of January 17, 2013, and are incorporated by reference as though
fully set forth herein.
SECTION III: CONDITIONS ADMINISTERED BY THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPT.
1. APPROVED EXHIBITS
Approval is based on the plan set entitled, "10630 Gascoigne Dr., Cupertino, CA," drawn by jahan
Construction dated November 9, 2012 and December 19, 2012 consisting of seven sheets labeled A-1, A-
2, A-3, A-4, A-5, A-6, and C-1;" except as may be amended by conditions in this resolution.
2. ACCURACY OF PROLECT PLANS
The applicant/property owner is responsible to verify all pertinent property data including but not
limited to property boundary locations, building setbacks, property size, building square footage, any
relevant easements and/or construction records. Any misrepresentation of any property data may
invalidate this approval and may require additional review.
3. CONCURRENT APPROVAL CONDITIONS
The conditions of approval contained in file no. RM-2012-41 shall be applicable to this approval.
4. EXCEPTION APPROVAL
An R1 Exception is granted to allow an existing legal non-conforming one-car garage with reduced
front and southerly side yard setbacks (15 feet and 4 feet, 6 inches, respectively) to attach to the
principal residence.
5. CONSULTATION WITH OTHER DEPARTMENTS
The applicant is responsible to consult with other departments and/or agencies with regard to the
proposed project for additional conditions and requirements. Any misrepresentation of any submitted
data may invalidate an approval by the Community Development Department.
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6. INDEMNIFICATION
To the extent permitted by law, the Applicant shall indemnify and hold harmless the City, its City
Council, its officers, employees and agents (the "indemnified parties") from and against any claim,
action, or proceeding brought by a third party against the indemnified parties and the applicant to
attack, set aside, or void this ordinance or any permit or approval authorized hereby for the project,
including (without limitation) reimbursing the City its actual attomeys' fees and costs incurred in
defense of the litigation. The City may, in its sole discretion, elect to defend any such action with
attorneys of its choice.
7. NOTICE OF FEES DEDICATIONS, RESERVATIONS, OR OTHER EXACTIONS
The Conditions of Project Approval set forth herein may include certain fees, dedication requirements,
reservation requirements, and other exactions. Pursuant to Government Code Section 66020(d) (1),
these Conditions constitute written notice of a statement of the amount of such fees, and a description
of the dedications, reservations, and other exactions. You are hereby further notified that the 90-day
approval period in which you may protest these fees, dedications, reservations, and other exactions,
pursuant to Government Code Section 66020(a), has begun. If you fail to file a protest within this 90-
day period complying with all of the requirements of Section 66020, you will be legally barred from
later challenging such exactions.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 17th day of January, 2013, at a regular Meeting of the Design Review
Committee of the City of Cupertino, State of California,by the following roll call vote:
AYES: COMMISSIONERS: Chair Sun, Brownley
NOES: COMMISSIONEIZS: none
ABSTAIN: COMMISSIONERS: none
ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS: none
ATTEST: APPROVED:
/s/Gary Chao /s/Don Sun
Gary Chao Don Sun, Chair
City Planner Design Review Committee
RM-2012-41
CITY OF CUPERTINO
10300 Torre Avenue
Cupertino, California 95014
RESOLUTION NO. 313
OF THE DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE OF THE CITY OF CUPERTINO APPROVING A MINOR
RESIDENTIAL PERMIT TO ALLOW A 12 FOOT, 3 INCH EXTENSION OF A LEGAL NON-
CONFORMING WALL LINE AND TO ALLOW A PORTION OF A 246 SQUARE FOOT ADDITION TO
ENCROACH APPROXIMATELY 11 INCHES INTO THE REQUIRED 20 FOOT REAR YARD SETBACK
LOCATED AT 10630 GASCOIGNE DRIVE (APN 375-22-022)
SECTION I: PROLECT DESCRIPTION
Application No.: RM-2012-41
Applicant: Jahan Faridnia (Amir Tsuri)
Location: 10630 Gascoigne Drive (APN 375-22-022)
SECTION II: FINDINGS FOR A MINOR RESIDENTIAL PERMIT:
WHEREAS, the Design Review Committee of the City of Cupertino received an application for a Minor
Residential Permit as described in Section I. of this Resolution; and
WHEREAS, the necessary public notices have been given as required by the Procedural Ordinance of the
City of Cupertino, and the Design Review Committee has held at least one public hearing in regard to the
application; and
WHEREAS, the applicant has met the burden of proof required to support said application; and
WHEREAS, the Design Review Committee finds as follows with regard to this application:
a. The project is consistent with the Cupertino General Plan, any applicable specific plans, zoning
ordinances and the purposes of this title.
b. The granting of the permit will not result in a condition that is detrimental or injurious to property or
improvements in the vicinity, and will not be detrimental to the public health, safety or welfare.
c. The proposed project is harmonious in scale and design with the general neighborhood.
d. Adverse visual impacts on adjoining properties have been reasonably mitigated.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED:
That after careful consideration of maps, facts, exhibits, testimony and other evidence submitted in this
matter, subject to the conditions which are enumerated in this Resolution beginning on Page 2 thereof, the
application for a Minor Residential Permit, Application no. RM-2012-41, is hereby approved; and
That the subconclusions upon which the findings and conditions specified in this Resolution are based and
contained in the Public Hearing record concerning Application no. RM-2012-41 as set forth in the Minutes
of Design Review Committee Meeting of January 17, 2013, and are incorporated by reference as though
fully set forth herein.
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SECTION III: CONDITIONS ADMINISTERED BY THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPT.
1. APPROVED EXHIBITS
Approval is based on the plan set entitled, "10630 Gascoigne Dr., Cupertino, CA," drawn by Jahan
Construction dated November 9, 2012 and December 19, 2012 consisting of seven sheets labeled A-1, A-
2, A-3, A-4, A-5, A-6, and C-1;" except as may be amended by conditions in this resolution.
2. ACCURACY OF PROjECT PLANS
The applicant/property owner is responsible to verify all pertinent property data including but not
limited to property boundary locations, building setbacks, property size, building square footage, any
relevant easements and/or construction records. Any misrepresentation of any property data may
invalidate this approval and may require additional review.
3. CONCURRENT APPROVAL CONDITIONS
The conditions of approval contained in file no. EXC-2012-03 shall be applicable to this approval.
4. BUILDING PERMIT
The applicant shall consult with the City Building Division to obtain the necessary building permits for
the previously unpermitted additions on the house.
5. RESTRICTION ON FUTURE EXTENSIONS OF LEGAL NON-CONFORMING WALL LINES
Per the Rl Ordinance, no future extensions of legal non-conforming wall lines within the required side
yard setbacks are permitted for the life of the house. The property owner shall record a covenant on
this property to inform future property owners of the restriction against the future extension of non-
conforming wall lines. The precise language will be subject to approval by the Director of Community
Development. Proof of recordation must be submitted to the Community Development Department
prior to final occupancy of the residence.
6. ROOF EAVE CLEARANCE TO SIDE PROPERTY LINES
Roof eaves shall have a minimum three foot clearance to the side property lines. Prior to building
permit issuance, the construction plans shall demonstrate the minimum three-foot clearance and
include the necessary modifications to comply.
7. EXTERIOR BUILDING MATERIALS/TREATMENTS
The final building exterior treatment plan (including but not limited to details on exterior color,
material, architectural treatments and/or embellishments) shall be reviewed and approved by the
Director of Community Development prior to issuance of building permits. The final building exterior
plan shall closely resemble the details shown on the original approved plans. Any exterior changes
determined to be substantial by the Director of Community Development shall require a modification
approval with neighborhood input.
8. CONSULTATION WITH OTHER DEPARTMENTS
The applicant is responsible to consult with other departments and/or agencies with regard to the
proposed project for additional conditions and requirements. Any misrepresentation of any submitted
data may invalidate an approval by the Community Development Department.
9. INDEMNIFICATION
To the extent permitted by law, the Applicant shall indemnify and hold harmless the City, its City
Council, its officers, employees and agents (the "indemnified parties") from and against any claim,
Resolution No. 313 RM-2012-41 January 17,2013
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action, or proceeding brought by a third party against the indemnified parties and the applicant to
attack, set aside, or void this ordinance or any permit or approval authorized hereby for the project,
including (without limitation) reimbursing the City its actual attomeys' fees and costs incurred in
defense of the litigation. The City may, in its sole discretion, elect to defend any such action with
attorneys of its choice.
10. NOTICE OF FEES, DEDICATIONS, RESERVATIONS, OR OTHER EXACTIONS
The Conditions of Project Approval set forth herein may include certain fees, dedication requirements,
reservation requirements, and other exactions. Pursuant to Government Code Section 66020(d) (1),
these Conditions constitute written notice of a statement of the amount of such fees, and a description
of the dedications, reservations, and other exactions. You are hereby further notified that the 90-day
approval period in which you may protest these fees, dedications, reservations, and other exactions,
pursuant to Government Code Section 66020(a), has begun. If you fail to file a protest within this 90-
day period complying with all of the requirements of Section 66020, you will be legally barred from
later challenging such exactions.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 17th day of January, 2013, at a regular Meeting of the Design Review
Committee of the City of Cupertino, State of California, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: COMMISSIONERS: Chair Sun, Brownley
NOES: COMMISSIONEIZS: none
ABSTAIN: COMMISSIONERS: none
ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS: none
ATTEST: APPROVED:
/s/Garv Chao /s/Don Sun
Gary Chao = Don Sun, Chair
City Planner Design Review Committee
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with integral photo control certified to comply with eection 119. (150(g) (13)
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18425 Chelmsford Dr.
Cupertino, CA 95014
Mr. George Schroeder
Project Manager
City of Cupertino
10300 Torre Ave.
Cupertino, CA 95014
Re: Noise Issue of the Following Subiect Matter
Application No.: EXC-2012-03,RM-2012-41
Applicant: Jahan Faridnia
Location: 10630 Gascoigne Dr. APN: 375-22-022
Subject: Exception and Modification to a SFR
Hearing Date: January 17,2013
January 17, 2013
Dear Mr. Schroeder,
Thank you for your kind assistance of bringing my letter to the Committee's attention.
First of all, I strongly urge the Committee NOT to ignore our Constitutional right to enjoy our
home and live in peace w�hile asserting Mr. Tsuri's right to alter his house plan.
I understand the City of Cupertino has adopted a comprehensive noise ordinance. Unfortunately,
it is not the cure for the Tsuris' extreme nuisance behavior. Even with the police were involved
to quiet them down at times; that still don't make them improve and be a considerate neighbor.
They not only often play loud music into midnight with unbearable deep bass beats, also
frequently hold Karaoke parties in the backyard and let kids run wild and screaming. There is
only less than 40 feet apart between our family room and theirs. And our family room is facing
their backyard and the planned enlarge living room, which will definitely even more jeopardize
our quality of lives since there is no way for us to escape the habitual noise they make.
It is our belief that the only proper solution to the Tsuri's noise problems is that the Committee
demands the Tsuri's put up an eight-foot tall sound wall at their costs for acoustic reason.
If the Committee has other suggestions,please inform us. Please DO NOT do nothing about this
damaging issue which was a deep rooted problem ever since the Tsuris moved in.
We have been owner/residents of our current property for over twenty three years, and have been
enjoying very nice and friendly relationships with all other neighbors. I wish I didn't have to
write this letter.
Your understanding and assistance in this matter would be most appreciated.
Yours truly,
Teresa Wang
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George Schroeder 11 E 7�/..3 (�/�-�,
From: Siva [nIr2000@gmail.com]
Sent: Thursday, January 17, 2013 4:12 PM
To: Amir Tsuri; George Schroeder
Cc: Avital Tsuri
Subject: Re: Neighbor Letter for 10630 Gascoigne
Amir,
Good to hear from you. We don't think there is excess noise from your property. We all have kids and they will
have fun and the noise levels are within normal range that we expect from any family around this
neighborhood. We really enjoy having you as our neighbors.
Th�c
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