HomeMy WebLinkAboutPC Packet 06-09-2014CITY OF CUPERTINO
AGENDA
Monday, June 9, 2014
10350 Torre Avenue, Council Chamber
PLANNING COMMISSION
6:45 PM
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PUBLIC HEARING
Page 1 CITY OF CUPERTINO
June 9, 2014Planning Commission AGENDA
1.Subject: Cordova Road Subdivision
Description:
Application No.(s)EXC-2014-02, TR-2014-09 (EA-2014-02), EXC-2014-03,
TR-2014-10 (EA-2014-03), EXC-2014-04 (EA-2014-04)
Applicant: Terry Brown (Osann and O’Grady lots)
Location:10645 Cordova Road (Lots A, B and C)
Residential Hillside Exception to allow a 2,986 square foot single family
residence to be constructed on a slope of 30% or greater (Lot A);
Tree Removal Permit to allow the removal and replacement of 5 trees to facilitate
the construction of a new single family residence (Lot A);
Residential Hillside Exception to allow a 3,185 square foot single family
residence to be constructed on a slope of 30% or greater (Lot B);
Tree Removal Permit to allow the removal and replacement of 3 trees to facilitate
the construction of a new single family residence (Lot B);
Residential Hillside Exception to allow a 3,186 square foot single family
residence to be constructed on a slope of 30% or greater (Lot C);
Planning Commission decision final unless appealed
Recommended Action: Approve Residential Hillside Exception and Tree Removal
Applications
Approve Negative Declarations
Staff Report
1 - EXC-2014-02 res
2 - EXC-2014-03 res
3 - EXC-2014-04 res
4 - TR-2014-09 res
5 - TR-2014-10 res
6 - Geologic & Geotechnical Peer Review
7 - Initial Study & ERC Recommendation
8 - Plan Set
Page 2 CITY OF CUPERTINO
June 9, 2014Planning Commission AGENDA
2.Subject: Little Tree Montessori
Description:
Application No.(s): U-2014-01, ASA-2014-05
Applicant:Janice Yeh (Little Tree Montessori)
Location: 20111 Stevens Creek Blvd #130 & #150
Conditional Use permit to convert approximately 7,500 square feet of office space
of an existing two-story office building into a day care center use;
Architectural and Site Permit to allow a play area, landscape enhancements and
associated site improvements for a new day care center
Planning Commission decision unless appealed
Recommended Action: Approve Use Permit and Architectural and Site applications
Staff Report
1- Draft Resolution - Use Permit
2- Draft Resolution - Architectural Site Approval
3- Little Tree Montessori Business Plan
4- Trip Generation and Parking Study
5- Noise Impact and Mitigation Study
6- Plan Set
OLD BUSINESS
NEW BUSINESS
REPORT OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION
Environmental Review Committee
Housing Commission
Mayor’s Monthly Meeting with Commissioners
Economic Development Committee Meeting
REPORT OF THE DIRECTOR OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
None
ADJOURNMENT
to the regular meeting of June 10, 2014 (cancelled)
Page 3 CITY OF CUPERTINO
June 9, 2014Planning Commission AGENDA
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those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this agenda, or in written
correspondence delivered to the City of Cupertino at, or prior to, the public hearing. Please note that
Planning Commission policy is to allow an applicant and groups to speak for 10 minutes and
individuals to speak for 3 minutes. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the
City of Cupertino will make reasonable efforts to accommodate persons with qualified disabilities. If
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in advance of the meeting. Materials related to an item on this agenda submitted to the Planning
Department after distribution of the agenda packet are available for public inspection in the Planning
Department located at 10300 Torre Avenue, during normal business hours.
For questions on any items in the agenda, or for documents related to any of the items on the agenda,
contact the Planning Department at (408) 777-3308 or planning@cupertino.org.
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PLANNING COMMISSION STAFF REPORT
Agenda Item No. Agenda Date:June 9, 2014
Applications:EXC-2014-02, TR-2014-09, (EA-2014-02), EXC-2014-03, TR-2014-10, (EA-2014-03)
EXC-2014-04, (EA-2014-04)
Applicant:Terry Brown (Osann, K. O’Grady and B. O’Grady lots)
Location:10645 Cordova Road (lots A, B and C)
APPLICATION SUMMARY:
1.ResidentialHillside Exception (EXC-2014-02) to allow for a 2,986 square foot single-family residence
to be constructed on a slope greater than 30% and a Tree Removal Permit (TR-2014-09) to allow the
removal and replacement of 3trees (Lot A);
2.ResidentialHillside Exception (EXC-2014-03) to allow a 3,185 square foot single-family residence to
be constructed on a slope greater than 30% and aTree Removal Permit (TR-2014-10) to allow the
removal and replacement 5trees (Lot B);and
3.ResidentialHillside Exception (EXC-2014-04) to allow for a 3,186 square foot single-family residence
to be constructed on a slope greater than 30% (Lot C).
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends that the Planning Commissionapprovethe following:
1.Mitigated Negative Declaration (EA-2014-02, EA-2014-03& EA-2014-04);
2.Residential Hillside Exception (EXC-2014-02, EXC-2014-03& EXC-2014-04); and
3.Tree Removal Permit (TR-2014-09 & TR-2014-10) in accordance with the draft resolutions.
PROJECT DATA:
General Plan
Designation Very Low Density (1/2 Acre Slope Density Formula)
Zoning
Designation RHS-21(Residential Hillside with minimum net lot area of 21,000 s.f)
Project Feature Ordinance Proposal
Consistent
with RHS
Ordinance?
Residential Building Square Footage
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
PLANNING DIVISION
CITY HALL
10300 TORRE AVENUE •CUPERTINO, CA 95014-3255
(408) 777-3308 • FAX (408) 777-3333
EXC-2014-02, EXC-2014-03,EXC- Cordova Rd. Exceptions June 9, 2014
2014-04,TR-2014-09, TR-2014-10
Lot A 2,986 2,986 Yes
Lot B 3,217 3,185 Yes
Lot C 3,301 3,186 Yes
Setbacks 1st Floor 2nd Floor 1st Floor 2nd Floor
Front:
Lot A 10’ (grade> 20%)25’ min.42’56’Yes
Lot B 10’ (grade> 20%)25’ min.93’112’Yes
Lot C 10’ (grade> 20%)25’ min.103’122’Yes
Sides:
Lot A 10’ min.15’ min. 23’, 15’15’, 25’Yes
Lot B 10’ min.15’ min. 15’, 15’15’, 15’Yes
Lot C 10’ min.15’ min. 12’, 11’15’,15’Yes
Rear:
Lot A 20’ min.25’ min.25’25’Yes
Lot B 20’ min.25’ min.28’28’Yes
Lot C 20’ min.25’ min.44’28’Yes
Other Requirements
Building Height:
Lot A 30’ max.29’Yes
Lot B 30’ max.27’Yes
Lot C 30’ max.29’Yes
Slope Development > 500 s.f.on slopes
≥30%ok with exception.
Development > 500 s.f.
proposed on slopes
between32% and 36%
Exception
requested
Grading
Quantity
Lot A 2,500 cubic yards max.555 s.f.Yes
Lot B 2,500 cubic yards max.870 s.f.Yes
Lot C 2,500 cubic yards max.1,320 s.f.Yes
Parking 6 spaces 6 spaces per dwelling Yes
BACKGROUND:
The applicant, Terry Brown, is requesting three hillside exceptions to facilitate the construction ofthree
new single-family residences on slopes greater than 30% in a RHS zoning district. As part of the project,
the applicant is also requesting a tree removal permit to allow the removal of eight (8) Coast Live Oaks,
teninches or more in trunk diameter.
The proposed site is situated on the west side of Cordova Road, between Mercedes Roadto the north
and San Juan Road to the south. The site consists of three lots totaling approximately 0.99 acres. The lots
are currently vacant but are surrounded by other hillside single-family residences in the Inspiration
Heights area of the city. The area wasoriginallysubdivided in the county in 1917 and later annexed to
EXC-2014-02, EXC-2014-03,EXC- Cordova Rd. Exceptions June 9, 2014
2014-04,TR-2014-09, TR-2014-10
the City.In 1993 the City approved a lot line adjustment to allow for three parcels ranging in size from
13,689 square feet to 15,899 square feet.
DISCUSSION:
Site Plan
Thesubject properties will be accessed by a shared private driveway from Cordova Road. The homes
will be located to the west side of the shared driveway. Each parcel will have six parking spaces, 2
enclosed(inside garage)and 4 exterior. Shared maintenance agreements and ingress/egress easements
will be recorded on the properties for the driveway.
Thethree proposed residenceswill range from 2,986 square feet to 3,186 square feet and consistof three
stories including a lower garage level. Eachhomewill be accessed viaa lower level garageand entry
foyer with accessto the firstand second story living areas by an internal stairwell. The proposed
residences follow the primary natural contour of the lot as closely as possible. All structures on the
property shall usenatural earth tone and/or vegetation colors which complement the natural
surroundings. Additionally, the proposed plans include outdoor patio space, new fencing and extensive
landscaping and trees for each lot.
Zoning Consistency& Exception for Development on Slopes Greater than 30%
With the exception of the project slopeexceeding 30%, the proposed development will comply with all
aspects of the Hillside Zoning Ordinance including, including but not limited to, building height,
setbacks and massing.TheRHSOrdinance allows the construction of structures or improvements (over
500 square feet)in area on slopes greater than 30% withahillside exception. The proposed project
development is located on slopes ranging from 32% to 36%.
The intent of this rule is to minimize and discourage unnecessary hillside grading activities and visual
disturbances. The project property presents unique circumstancesor hardships resulting from its
physical/geographical challenges, therefore the proposed exception request is warranted. The Planning
Commissionhas approved hillside exceptions on properties with similar topography and site conditions
to facilitate a reasonable amount of development in the past. In 2011,the Planning Commission
approved a similar hillside exception at 22755 San Juan Road for a single family residence.
In order to mitigate any impacts,the proposed residences will be supported on pier-and-grade beam
foundation systems extending into the underlying bedrock. The development will be constructed with
appropriate geotechnical review and inspectionsas described below.
Geological Review
The City’s Geotechnical Consultant has peer-reviewed the geotechnical reports prepared by the
applicant’s Geotechnical consultant, and concluded that the project is feasible and has no objections to
the proposed residences layout based on the manner of construction proposed by the applicant’s
geologist.
The City Geologist recommends that the private geologist’s recommendations be incorporated into the
construction plans and the foundation of the proposed residences be sufficiently imbedded into the
EXC-2014-02, EXC-2014-03,EXC- Cordova Rd. Exceptions June 9, 2014
2014-04,TR-2014-09, TR-2014-10
bedrock. Additionally, the applicant’s geotechnical consultant should review and approve all
geotechnical aspects of the project and building and grading plans to ensure that the recommendations
have been properly incorporated. The City Geologist’s recommendations are incorporated as a condition
of approval in the draft resolutions.
Tree Removal & Landscaping
As a part of the project, the applicant proposes to remove eight (8)protectedtrees onsite in order to
facilitate the proposed residences and site improvements. All trees proposed for removal are Coast Live
Oaks of specimen size and are proposed for removal as they are in the footprint of the new residences,
driveway and retaining wall along Cordova Road. The City’s Consulting Arborist reviewed the proposal
and concurs.
In order to mitigate the trees being removed, the applicant shall be requiredto plant nine(9)24-inch box
Quercus (Oak) trees consistent with the replacement requirements of the Protected Tree Ordinance. A
condition of approval has been added to the draft resolution for the required replacement trees.The final
location and species of the tree replacements will be reviewed by staff in conjunction with the building
permit review.
Street Trees
As part of the project, a 25 foot dedication along Cordova Road will berequired. As a resultthe Torrey
Pine will become a City Street tree and shall be protected from future removal by private property
owners.Conditions of approval have been added to the draft resolution to ensure that the tree is
protected during the proposed construction. In addition, the street improvements being proposed as part
of the project have been designed to accommodate theexistingtree.The Public WorksDepartment has
reviewed and concurs that a short section of the street would be narrowerto protect the treewithout any
service level or safety impacts. No additional trees will be removed by the street improvements.
Cordova Road Improvements
The project includes offsite improvements to Cordova Road to meet fire safety access requirements,
storm drainage needs and extend the existing sanitary sewer lateral to the new property line. The
improvements have been reviewed by the Public Works, Cupertino Sanitary Districtand the Fire
Department. Conditions of approval have been added to the draft resolutionsto address their comments.
ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT
On May 15, 2014, the Environmental Review Committee recommended a Mitigated Negative
Declaration (EA-2012-02,EA-2014-03 & EA-2014-04)for the project per theCalifornia Environmental
Quality Act(CEQA).The project includes mitigation measures, which have been added asConditions of
approval to the draft resolutions, in the following areas, to reduce the potential environmental impacts of
the project to less than significant levels:
Air Quality:Construction shall comply with the BAAQMD’s recommendations and the City’s
standard air quality measures.
Biological Resources:Tree replacements in conformance with the City’s Protected Tree Ordinance.
Geology and Soils:Design-level geotechnical plansshall be provided to the satisfaction of the City
Building Official and all foundational piers shall extend into the bedrock.
EXC-2014-02, EXC-2014-03,EXC- Cordova Rd. Exceptions June 9, 2014
2014-04,TR-2014-09, TR-2014-10
Cultural Resources:In the event that cultural resources (archeological or human remains) are
discovered during construction all work shall be temporarily halted.
Temporary Noise Levels:Construction shall comply with the City’s Noise Ordinance and standard
noise mitigation measures.
OTHERDEPARTMENT/AGENCY REVIEW
The City’s Public Works Department, Building Division, the Santa Clara County Fire Department, the
Cupertino Sanitary District, and San Jose Water reviewed the project and have no objections. Their pre-
hearing comments/conditionshave been incorporated as conditions of approval in the draft resolutions.
PUBLIC NOTICING & OUTREACH
The following table is a brief summary of the noticing done for this project:
Notice of Public Hearing, Site Notice & Legal
Ad
Agenda
Site Signage (14 days prior to the hearing)
Legal ad placed in newspaper
(at least 10 days prior to the hearing)
Notices mailed to property owners
adjacent to the project site (300 foot)
(10 days prior to the hearing)
Posted on the City's official notice bulletin
board (one week prior to the hearing)
Posted on the City of Cupertino’s Web site
(one week prior to the hearing)
Community Outreach & Public Comments
In addition to the standard noticing and information on the City’s website,the applicant held a
neighborhood meeting on Tuesday, June 18,2013 to gather community input.Property owners and
neighbors expressed concerns with grading and drainage and construction activity. Additionally, on
February 18, 2014 staff received a comment froma concerned neighbor. Concerns primarily focused on
the preservation of the Torre Pine tree, fire accessand street improvements. Conditions of approval have
been added to the draft resolutionsto address theseconcerns.
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: January 28, 2014
Deemed Incomplete: February 28, 2014, April 28, 2014
Deemed Complete:May 15, 2014
The City has 60 days (until August9, 2014) to make a decision on the projectsince a Mitigated Negative
Declaration under CEQA is recommended. The Planning Commission’s decision on this project is final
unless appealed within 14 calendar days of the decision.
EXC-2014-02, EXC-2014-03,EXC- Cordova Rd. Exceptions June 9, 2014
2014-04,TR-2014-09, TR-2014-10
CONCLUSION
Staff recommends approval of the project since the project and conditions of approval address all
concerns related to the proposed developmentand all of the findings for approval of the proposed
project, consistent with Chapter 19.168 of the Cupertino Municipal Code, may be made.
Prepared by: Kaitie Groeneweg, Assistant Planner
Reviewed by:Approved by:
/s/Gary Chao /s/Aarti Shrivastava
Gary Chao Aarti Shrivastava
Assistant Director of Community Development Assistant City Manager
ATTACHMENTS:
1 -Draft Resolution for EXC-2014-02(EA-2014-02)
2 –Draft Resolution for EXC-2014-03(EA-2014-03)
3 –Draft Resolution for EXC-2014-04(EA-2014-04)
4 -Draft Resolution for TR-2014-09
5 -Draft Resolution for TR-2014-10
6 -Geologic and Geotechnical Peer Review
7 -Initial Study and ERC Recommendation
8-Plan Set
EXC-2014-02
CITY OF CUPERTINO
10300 Torre Avenue
Cupertino, California 95014
DRAFT RESOLUTION
OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF CUPERTINO
APPROVING A HILLSIDE EXCEPTION TO ALLOW THE CONSTRUCTION
OF A NEW 2,986 SQUARE FOOT SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE ON SLOPES GREATER
THAN 30%ON A VACANT LOT LOCATED AT 10645 CORDOVA ROAD (LOT A)
SECTION I: PROJECT DESCRIPTION
Application No.:EXC-2014-02 (EA-2014-02)
Applicant:Terry Brown (Osann, K. O’Grady and B. O’Grady Lots)
Location:Lot A, 10645 Cordova Road APN# 342-22-101
SECTION II: FINDINGSFOR DEVELOPMENTPERMIT:
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission of the City of Cupertino received an application for a
Development Permitas described in Section I.of this Resolution; and
WHEREAS, the Environmental Review Committee has recommended adoption of a Mitigated Negative
Declaration; and
WHEREAS, the necessary public notices have been given as required by the Procedural Ordinanceof
the City of Cupertino, and the Planning Commission 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 Planning Commission finds as follows with regard to this application:
1.The proposed development will not be injurious to property or improvements in the area nor be
detrimental to the public health and safety.
The proposed site is situated on the west side of Cordova Road, between Mercedes Road to the north and
San Juan Road to the south. The lot iscurrently vacant andsurrounded by existinghillside single-family
residences in the Inspiration Heights area of the city.Therefore, the development will not be injurious to
property or improvements in the area nor be detrimental to the public health and safety.
2.The proposed development will not create a hazardous condition for pedestrian or vehicular
traffic.
Various street improvements are proposed to Cordova Road to widen the street, construct curb and gutter
to better define the edge of the street, therebyimproving vehicular circulation.In addition, the project
proposes the construction of one driveway to serve three residences which will reduce multiple conflict
areas for pedestrian traffic. Therefore, the development will not create a hazardous condition for pedestrian
or vehicular traffic.
Draft Resolution EXC-2014-02 June 9, 2014
3.The proposed development has legal access to public streets and public services are available to
serve the development.
The properties will be accessed by a shared private driveway from Cordova Road. Shared maintenance
agreements and ingress/egress easements will be recorded on the properties for the driveway.In addition,
sewer and water connections are available in the street. The development has legal access to public streets
and public services are available to serve the development.
4.The proposed development requires an exception, which involves the least modification of, or
deviation from, the development regulations necessary to accomplish a reasonable use of the
parcel.
Aside from the exception to allow construction of slopes greater than 30%, the proposed development
complies will all other development regulations of the RHS zoning district including, but not limited to,
building height, setbacks, and floor area. The development involves the least modification of the prescribed
development regulationsnecessary to accomplish a reasonable use of the parcel.
5.All alternative locations for development on the parcel have been considered and have been
found to create greater environmental impacts than the locationof the proposed development.
All locations on the parcel are steeply sloped with slopes ranging from 32% to 36% and, thereforeno
location on the parcel canbe developed without a hillside exception. The proposed development will be
located to minimize environmental and grading impacts on the site.
6.The proposed development does not consist of structures on or near known geological or
environmental hazards that have been determined by expert testimony to be unsafe or
hazardous to structures or persons residing therein.
Design-level geotechnical plans shall be provided to the satisfaction of the City Building Official and all
foundational piers shall extend into the bedrock.Additionally, a geotechnical consultant shall review and
approve all geotechnical aspects of the project’s building and grading plans to ensure the recommendations
are incorporated. With the incorporation of the recommendations provided in the geotechnical report, the
proposed development does not consist of structures that have been determined by expert testimony to be
unsafe or hazardous to structures or persons residing therein.
7.The proposed development includes grading and drainage plans that will ensure that erosion
and scarring of the hillsides caused by necessary construction of the housing site and
improvements will be minimized.
The development will follow as closely as possible the primary natural contour of the lot to ensure that
erosion and scarring of the hillsides caused by necessary construction of the housing site and
improvements will be minimized.
8.The proposed development consists of structures incorporating designs, colors, materials, and
outdoor lighting which blend with the natural hillside environment and which are designed in
such a manner as to reduce the effective visible mass, including building height, as much as
possible without creating other negative environmental impacts.
The development on the property shall use natural earth tone and/or vegetation colors with stone detailing
and wood siding which blends with the natural hillside environment and which is designed in such a
manner as to reduce the effective visible mass as much as possible.
Draft Resolution EXC-2014-02 June 9, 2014
9.The proposed development is located on the parcel as far as possible from public open space
preserves or parks (if visible therefrom), riparian corridors, and wildlife habitats unless such
location will create other, more negative environmental impacts.
The proposed development is located on the parcel as far as possible from public open space preserves or
parks (if visible therefrom), riparian corridors, and wildlife habitats unless such location will create other,
more negative environmental impacts.
10.The proposed development is otherwise consistent with the City's General Plan and Zoning
Ordinance as described in Section 19.40.010.
The developmentis meeting all the requirements for RHS zoned properties andis consistent with the
City's General Plan and Zoning Ordinance as described in Section 19.40.010.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED:
That after careful consideration ofthe initial study, maps, facts, exhibits, testimony and other evidence
submitted in this matter, subject to the conditions which are enumerated in this Resolution beginning on
PAGE 2thereof,:
A Mitigated Negative Declaration (Application no. EA-2014-02) is hereby recommended for adoption;
andthe application for a Hillside Exception, Application no. EXC-2014-02is herebyrecommended for
approvalandthat the subconclusions upon which the findings and conditions specified in this resolution
are basedand contained in the Public Hearing record concerning Application no. EXC-2014-02as set
forth in the Minutes of Planning Commission Meeting of June 9, 2014, and are incorporated by reference
as though fully set forth herein.
SECTION III: CONDITIONS ADMINISTERED BY THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPT.
1.APPROVED EXHIBITS
Approval recommendation is based on the plan set received January 29, 2014 consisting of 25 sheets,
labled C, P-1, A-1, A-2, A-3, A-4, B-1, B-2A, B-2B, B-3, B-4, C-1, C-2A, C-2B, C-3, C-4, 1,2, 3, L1.0,
L2.0, L2.1, L3.0, L3.1 and L4.0entitled, “3 Custom Residences, 10645 Cordova Rd., Cupertino, CA
95014,” drawn by SSS Designs LLC; 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. TR-2014-09shallbe applicable to this approval.
4.EXTERIOR BUILDING MATERIALS/TREATMENTS, LANDSCAPING
Final building exterior treatment plan (including but not limited to details on exterior color,
material, architectural treatments and/or embellishments, lighting, retaining walls and landscaping)
shall be reviewed and approved by the Director of Community Development prior to issuance of
building permits for compliance to RHS zoning and other relevant regulations. Any exterior
Draft Resolution EXC-2014-02 June 9, 2014
changes determined to be substantial by the Director of Community Development shall require a
modification approval.
6.DEVELOPMENT ALLOCATION
The applicant shall receive an allocation of one residential unit from the Other Residential
Neighborhoods residential allocation area.
7.ANNOTATION OF THE CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
The conditions of approval set forth shall be incorporated into and annotated on the first page of the
building plans.
8.TRASH PICK UP PLAN
Prior to building permit issuance the applicant shall provide a trash pickupplan. This should
identify the location of the trash pickupof all three residences on the site.
9.INGREE/EGRESS ACCESS AGREEMENT
Prior to building permit issuance, the applicant shall prepare and record a covenant on the property
that:
a)Describes the purpose, functions and beneficiaries of the ingress/egress access easement;
b)Declares that the applicant agrees to work with neighboring owners of property to the north of
the subject site to facilitate future access to their lots, which includes but is not limited to sharing
driveway improvements, altering grading and modifying and/or demolishing of retaining walls
and other improvements built in the easement area. The covenant shall state that the declaration
is binding on successors and assigns of the owner(s).
The covenant shall be reviewed and approved by the City Attorney prior to recordation.
10.DRIVEWAYEASEMENT AREA
The shared ingress/egress driveway shall be impervious pavers.
11.INTERIOR GARAGE DIMENSION
The interior garage clearance shall be 20 feet by 20 feet (measured from inside walls).
12.LANDSCAPE PROJECT SUBMITTAL
Prior to issuance of building permits, the applicant shall submit a full landscape project submittal
per section 14.15.040 of the Landscaping Ordinance. The Water-Efficient Design Checklist
(Appendix A of Chapter 14.15), Landscape and Irrigation Design Plans, and Water Budget
Calculationsshall be reviewed and approved to the satisfaction of the Director of Community
Development prior to issuance of building permits.
13.LANDSCAPE INSTALLATION REPORT
A landscape installation audit shall be conducted by a certified landscape professional afterthe
landscaping and irrigation system have been installedand prior to final occupancy. The findings of
the assessment shall be consolidated into a landscape installation report.
The landscape installation report shall include, but is not limited to: inspection to confirm that the
landscaping and irrigation system are installed as specified in the landscape and irrigation design
Draft Resolution EXC-2014-02 June 9, 2014
plan, system tune-up, system test with distribution uniformity, reporting overspray or run-off that
causes overland flow, and preparation of an irrigation schedule.
The landscape installation report shall include the following statement: “The landscape and
irrigation system have been installed as specified in the landscape and irrigation design plan and
complies with the criteria ofthe ordinance and the permit.”
14.LANDSCAPE AND IRRIGATION MAINTENANCE
A maintenance schedule shall be established and submitted to the Director of Community
Development or his/her designee, either with the landscape application package, with the landscape
installation reportprior to issuance of final occupancy, or any time before the landscape installation
report is submittedprior to issuance of building permits.
a)Schedules should take into account water requirements for the plant establishment period and
water requirements for established landscapes.
b)Maintenance shall include, but not be limited to the following: routine inspection; pressure
testing, adjustment and repair of the irrigation system; aerating and de-thatching turf areas;
replenishing mulch; fertilizing; pruning; replanting of failed plants; weeding; pest control; and
removing obstructions to emission devices.
c)Failed plants shall be replaced with the same or functionally equivalent plants that may be size-
adjusted as appropriate for the stage of growth of the overall installation. Failing plants shall
either be replaced or be revived through appropriate adjustments in water, nutrients, pest
control or other factors as recommended by a landscaping professional.
15.TREE PROTECTION
The existing trees to remain shall be protected during construction per the City’s Protected Tree
Ordinance (Chapter 14.18 of the municipal code). The City’s standard tree protection measures shall
be listed on the plans, and protective fencing shall be installed around the trees to remain prior to
issuance of building permits.A report ascertaining the good health of these trees shall be provided
prior to issuance of final occupancy.
16.COMPLIANCE WITH MITIGATION MONITORING AND REPORTING PROGRAM (MMRP)
The project shall be required to adhere to the mitigation measures identified in the Mitigated
Negative Declaration (EA-2014-04) and Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program (MMRP)for
the project.
17.GEOLOGY AND SOILSMITIGATION MEASURES
MM GEO-1: The Geotechnical Study has identified and provided recommendations for site rupture
potential under section 9.1 Location of Proposed Improvements. Those recommendations will be
followed in the construction of the project.
MM GEO-2:The Geotechnical Study has identified and provided recommendations for seismic
ground shaking potential under section 9.2 Seismic Design Criteria. Those recommendations will be
followed in the construction of the project.
MM GEO-3:The Geotechnical Study has identified and provided recommendations for site seismic-
related ground failure under the following sections. Those recommendations will be followed in the
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construction of the project, except where supplemental geotechnical design measures were
recommended by the Geologic and Geotechnical Peer Review (as noted below):
9.3 Earthwork
9.4 Foundations–The Geologic and Geotechnical Peer Review offers the following additional
recommendations:
The Project Geotechnical Consultant shallextendall piers sufficiently into
competent bedrock materials. Anticipated primary impact will be to the depths of
piers on Lot C. Due to the hillside setting, the presence of shears within the
colluvium, future irrigation, and the potentially high expansive nature of the
colluvium, this geologic unit does not appear to present a suitable, long-term
bearing material for residential foundations.
Structural plans shallbe developed that incorporate the recommendations of the
ProjectGeotechnical Consultant.
9.5 Drainage-The Geologic and Geotechnical Peer Review offersthe following additional
recommendations:
Design specifications of the retention chambers shallbe included in the
development plans. Additionally, the Grading and Drainage Plan shallreference
the most recent geotechnical investigation report and incorporate their design
recommendations.
The Geologic and Geotechnical Peer Review recommends the applicant’s geotechnical
consultant shallreview and approve all geotechnical aspects of the project building and grading
plans (i.e., site preparation and grading, site drainage improvements and design parameters for
foundations and underpins, retaining walls and driveway) to ensure that their recommendations
have been properly incorporated.
18.AIR QUALITYMITIGATION MEASURES
MM AIR-1: All exposed surfaces (e.g., parking areas, staging areas, soil piles, graded areas, and
unpaved access roads) shall be watered two times per day.
All haul trucks transporting soil, sand, or other loose material off-site shall be covered.
All visible mud or dirt track-out onto adjacent public roads shall be removed using wet power
vacuum street sweepers at least once per day. The use of dry power sweeping is prohibited.
All vehicle speeds on unpaved roads shall be limited to 15 mph.
All roadways, driveways, and sidewalks to be paved shall be completed as soon as possible.
Building pads shall be laid as soon as possible after grading unless seeding or soil binders are
used.
Idling times shall be minimized either by shutting equipment off when not in use or reducing
the maximum idling time to 5 minutes (as required by the California airborne toxics control
measure Title 13, Section 2485 of California Code of Regulations [CCR]). Clear signage shall be
provided for construction workers at all access points.
All construction equipment shall be maintained and properly tuned in accordance with
manufacturer’s specifications. All equipment shall be checked by a certified mechanic and
determined to be running in proper condition prior to operation.
Post a publicly visible sign with the telephone number and person to contact at the Lead Agency
regarding dust complaints. This person shall respond and take corrective action within 48
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hours. The Air District’s phone number shall also be visible to ensure compliance with
applicable regulations.
19.BIOLOGICALRESOURCES
MM BIO-1: For every protected tree removed, plant replacement trees, of a species and size as
designated by the approval authority and consistent with the replacement value of each tree
removed.
MM BIO-1:
A site plan shall be prepared describing the relationship of proposed grading and utility
trenching to the trees designated for preservation. Construction and grading should not
significantly raise or lower the ground level beneath tree drip lines. If the ground level is
proposed for modification beneath the drip line, the architect/arborist shall address and
mitigate the impact to the tree(s).
All trees to be preserved on the property and all trees adjacent to the property shall be protected
against damage during construction operations byconstructing a four-foot-high fence around
the drip line, and armor as needed. The extent of fencing and armoring shall be determined by
the landscape architect. The tree protection shall be placed before any excavation or grading is
begun and shall be maintained in repair for the duration of the construction work.
No construction operations shall be carried on within the drip line area of any tree designated to
be saved except as is authorized by the Director of Community Development.
If trenching is required to penetrate the protection barrier for the tree, the section of trench in the
drip line shall be hand dug so as to preclude the cutting of roots. Prior to initiating any
trenching within the barrier approval by staff with consultation of an arborist shall be
completed.
Trees which require any degree of fill around the natural grade shall be guarded by recognized
standards of tree protection and design of tree wells.
The area under the drip line of the tree shall be kept clean. No construction materials nor
chemical solvents shall be stored or dumped under a tree.
Fires for any reason shall not be made within fifty feet of any tree selected to remain and shall be
limited in size and kept under constant surveillance.
The general contractor shall use a tree service licensee, as defined by California Business and
Professional Code, to prune and cut off the branches that must be removed during the grading
or construction. No branches or roots shall be cut unless at first reviewed by the landscape
architect/arborist with approval of staff.
Any damage to existing tree crowns or root systems shall be repaired immediately by an
approved tree surgeon.
No storage of construction materials or parking shall be permitted within the drip line area of
any tree designated to be saved.
20.CULTURAL RESOURCESMITIGATION MEASURES
MM HAZ-1.4: In the event that any prehistoric or historic subsurface cultural resources are
discovered during ground disturbing activities, all work should be temporarily halted in the vicinity
ofthe discovered materials and workers should avoid altering the materials and their context until a
qualified professional archaeologist has evaluated the situation and provided appropriate
recommendations. Project personnel should not collect cultural resources. The City of Cupertino (or
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its representative) shall consult with a qualified archaeologist or paleontologist to assess the
significance of the find. If any find is determined to be significant, the City of Cupertino (or its
representative) and the archaeologist and/or paleontologist would meet to determine the
appropriate avoidance measures. All significant cultural materials recovered shall be subject to
scientific analysis, professional museum duration, and a report prepared by the qualified
archaeologist according to current professional standards.
21.NOISEMITIGATION MEASURES
MM NOI-1:The followingconstruction noisemitigation measures shall be taken in order to reduce
noise event impacts to nearby receptor areas:
Construction activities shall be limited to the hours of 7:00 am to 8:00 pm on weekdays and 9:00
am to 6:00 pm on weekends. Construction activities are prohibited on holidays.
All construction equipment shall use noise-reduction features that are no less effective than
those originallyinstalled by the manufacturer. If no noise-reduction features were originally
installed, then the contractor shall require that at least a muffler be installed on the equipment.
No individual device will produce a noise level more than 87 dBA at a distance of twenty-five
feet or the noise level on any nearby property does not exceed 80 dBA.
22.PRE-CONSTRUCTION MEETING AND CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT PLAN
Prior to commencement of construction activities, the applicant shall arrange for a pre-construction
meetingwith the pertinent departments (including, but not limited to, Building, Planning, Public
Works, Santa Clara County Fire Department) to review an applicant-prepared construction
management plan including, but not limited to:
a.Plan for compliance with conditions of approval
b.Plan for public access during work in the public right-of-way
c.Construction staging area
d.Construction schedule and hours
e.Construction phasing plan, if any
f.Contractor parking area
g.Tree preservation/protection plan
h.Site dust, noise and stormrun-off management plan
i.Emergency/complaint and construction site manager contacts
23.CONSTRUCTION HOURS
Construction activities shall be limited to Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Saturday and
Sunday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Construction activities are not allowed on holidays. The developer shall be
responsible for educating all contractors and subcontractors of said construction restrictions. Rules
and regulation pertaining to all construction activities and limitations identified in this permit, along
with the name and telephone number of a developer appointed disturbance coordinator, shall be
posted in a prominent location at the entrance to the job site.
24.DEMOLITION REQUIREMENTS
All demolished building and site materials shall be recycled to themaximum extent feasible subject
to the Building Official. The applicant shall provide evidence that materials were recycled prior to
issuance of final demolition permits.
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25.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.
26.INDEMNIFICATION
To the extentpermitted 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 indemnifiedparties 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 attorneys’ 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.
27.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.
SECTION IV: CONDITIONS ADMINISTERED BY THE PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
1.RETAINING WALL
Developer will be responsible for designing and installing a concrete retaining wall on the downhill
(east) side of Cordova Road along the property frontage, in accordance with City Standards and as
approved by the City Engineer. The retaining wall will need to provide adequate support for the
roadway to handle the increased traffic caused by the development and to address emergency
vehicle (fire truck) loading requirements. The Developer shall provide to the City samples or
depictions of the wall façade for approval, prior to installation of the wall.
2.ASPHALT PAVEMENT ALONG PUBLIC STREET
Developer will be required to repair any damage to the asphalt pavement in the public right of way
caused by project’s construction activities, as required by and to the satisfaction of the City Engineer.
3.TREE PROTECTION AND PRESERVATION
Developer will be responsible for protecting and preserving the existing Torrey Pine tree (Pinus
Torreyana) located adjacent to Cordova Road on the southerly end of the property frontage. Tree
protection facilities shall be installed in accordance with City Standard Details and will be required
to be inspected and approved by a certified arborist.
4.STREET WIDENING
Public street widening and dedications shall be provided in accordance with City Standards and
specifications and as required by the City Engineer.
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5.CURB AND GUTTER IMPROVEMENTS
Curbs and gutters, sidewalks and related structures shall be installed in accordance with grades and
standards as specified by the City Engineer.
6.PEDESTRIAN AND BICYCLE IMPROVEMENTS
Developer shall provide pedestrian and bicycle related improvements consistent with the Cupertino
Bicycle Transportation Plan and the Pedestrian Transportation Guidelines, and as approved by the
City Engineer.
7.STREET LIGHTING INSTALLATION
Street lighting shall be installed and shall be as approved by the City Engineer. Lighting fixtures
shall be positioned so as to preclude glare and other forms of visual interference to adjoining
properties, and shall be no higher than the maximum height permitted by the zone in which the site
is located.
8.GRADING
Grading shall be as approved and required by the City Engineer in accordance with Chapter 16.08 of
the Cupertino Municipal Code. 401 Certifications and 404 permits maybe required. Please contact
Army Corp of Engineers and/or Regional Water Quality Control Board as appropriate.
9.DRAINAGE
Drainage shall be provided to the satisfaction of the City Engineer. Hydrology and pre-and post-
development hydraulic calculations must be provided to indicate whether additional storm water
control measures are to be constructed or renovated. The storm drain system may include, but is
not limited to, subsurface storage of peak stormwater flows (as needed), bioretention basins,
vegetated swales, and hydrodynamic separatorsto reduce the amount of runoff from the site and
improve water quality. The storm drain system shall be designed to detain water on-site (e.g., via
buried pipes, retention systems or other approved systems and improvements) as necessary to avoid
an increase of the ten percent flood water surface elevation to the satisfaction of the City Engineer.
Any storm water overflows or surface sheeting should be directed away from neighboring private
properties and to the public right of way as much as reasonably possible.
10.UNDERGROUND UTILITIES
Developer shall comply with the requirements of the Underground Utilities Ordinance No. 331 and
other related Ordinances and regulations of the City of Cupertino, and shall coordinate with
affected utility providers for installation of underground utility devices. Developer shallsubmit
detailed plans showing utility underground provisions. Said plans shall be subject to prior approval
of the affected Utility provider and the City Engineer.
11.IMPROVEMENT AGREEMENT
The projectdeveloper shall enter into a development agreement with the City of Cupertino
providing for payment of fees, including but not limited to checking and inspection fees, storm
drain fees, park dedication fees and fees for under grounding of utilities. Said agreement shall be
executed prior to issuance of construction permits.
Fees:
a. Checking & Inspection Fees:$ Per current fee schedule ($2,707 or 5%)
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b. Grading Permit: $ Per current fee schedule ($2,542.00 or 6%)
c. Development Maintenance Deposit:$1,000.00
d. Storm Drainage Fee:$ TBD
e. Power Cost:**
f. Map Checking Fees:$ Per current fee schedule ($8,213.00)
g. Park Fees:$ Per current fee schedule ($9,000 per unit)
h. Street Tree $338 per tree to be installed by City
**Based on the latest effective PG&E rate schedule approved by the PUC
Bonds:
Faithful Performance Bond: 100% of Off-site and On-site Improvements
Labor & Material Bond: 100% of Off-site and On-site Improvement
On-site Grading Bond: 100% of site improvements.
-The fees described above are imposed based upon the current fee schedule adopted by the City
Council. However, the fees imposed herein may be modified at the time of recordation of a final
map or issuance of a building permit in the event of said change or changes, the fees changed at that
time will reflect the then current fee schedule.
12.TRANSFORMERS
Electrical transformers, telephone cabinets and similar equipment shall be placed in underground
vaults. The developer must receive written approval from both the Public Works Department and
the Community Development Department prior to installation of any above ground equipment.
Should above ground equipment be permitted by the City, equipment and enclosures shall be
screened with fencing and landscaping such that said equipment is not visible from public street
areas, as determined by the Community Development Department. Transformers shall not be
located in the front or side building setback area.
13.WATER BACKFLOW PREVENTERS
Domestic and Fire Water Backflow preventers and similar above ground equipment shall be placed
away from the public right of way and site driveways to a location approved by the Cupertino
Planning Department, Santa Clara County Fire Department and the water company.
14.BEST MANAGEMENT PRACTICES
Utilize Best Management Practices (BMPs), as required by the State Water Resources Control Board,
for construction activity, which disturbs soil. BMP plans shall be included in grading and street
improvement plans.
15.NPDES CONSTRUCTION GENERAL PERMIT
Whenand where it is required by the State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB), the developer
must obtain a Notice of Intent (NOI) from the SWRCB, which encompasses preparation of a Storm
Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP), use of construction Best Management Practices (BMPs) to
control storm water runoff quality, and BMP inspection and maintenance.
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16.C.3 REQUIREMENTS
C.3 regulated improvements are required for all projects creating and/or replacing 10,000 S.F. or
more of impervious surface (collectively over the entire project site). The developer shall reserve a
minimum of 4% of developable surface area for the placement of low impact development
measures, for storm water treatment, on the tentative map, unless an alternative storm water
treatment plan, that satisfies C.3 requirements, is approved by the City Engineer.
The developer must include the use and maintenance of site design, source control and storm water
treatment Best Management Practices (BMPs), which must be designed per approved numeric
sizing criteria. A Storm Water Management Plan, Storm Water Facilities Easement Agreement,
Storm Water Facilities Operation and Maintenance Agreement, and certification of ongoing
operation and maintenance of treatment BMPs are each required.
All storm water management plans are required to obtain certification from a City approved third
party reviewer.
17.EROSION CONTROL PLAN
Developer must provide an approved erosion control plan by a Registered Civil Engineer. This plan
should include all erosion control measures used to retain materials on site. Erosion control notes
shall be stated on the plans.
18.WORK SCHEDULE
Every 6 months, the developer shall submit a work schedule to the City to show the timetable for all
grading/erosion control work in conjunction with this project.
19.TRAFFIC SIGNS
Traffic control signs shall be placed at locations specified by the City.
20.TRASH ENCLOSURE
The trash enclosure plan must be designed to the satisfaction of the Environmental Programs
Manager. Clearance by the Public Works Department is needed prior to obtaining a building
permit.
21.REFUSE TRUCK ACCESS
Developer must obtain clearance from the Environmental Programs Manager in regards to refuse
truck access for the proposed development.
22.STREET TREES
Street trees shall be planted within the Public Right of Way to the satisfaction of the City Engineer
and shall be of a type approved by the City in accordance with Ordinance No. 125.
23.FIRE PROTECTION
Fire sprinklers shall be installed in any new construction to the approval of the City.
24.FIRE SAFETY DURING CONSTRUCTION
Developer shall at all times during construction have adequate access to water facilities (temporary
metered access to a fire hydrant, an onsite water tank, water truck, etc.) to aid in immediate fire
suppression.
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25.SANTA CLARA COUNTY FIRE DEPARTMENT
A letter of clearance for the project shall be obtained from the Santa Clara County Fire Department
prior to issuance of building permits. Clearance should include written approval of the location of
any proposed Fire Backflow Preventers, Fire Department Connections and Fire Hydrants (typically
Backflow Preventers should be located on private property adjacent to the public right of way, and
fire department connections must be located within 100’ of a Fire Hydrant).
26.FIRE HYDRANT
Fire hydrants shall be located as required by the City and Santa Clara County Fire Department as
needed.
27.SAN JOSE WATER COMPANY CLEARANCE
Provide San Jose Water Company approval for water connection, service capability and location and
layout of water lines and backflow preventers before issuance of a building permit approval.
28.DEDICATION OF WATERLINES
Developer shall dedicate to the City all water mains and appurtenances installed to City Standards.
The developer shall reach an agreement with San Jose Water Company for water service to the
subject development.
29.DEDICATION OF UNDERGROUND WATER RIGHTS
Developer shall “quit claim” to the City all rights to pump, take or otherwise extract water from the
underground basin or any undergroundstrata in the Santa Clara Valley.
30.SANITARY DISTRICT
A letter of clearance for the project shall be obtained from the Cupertino Sanitary District prior to
issuance of building permits.
31.UTILITY EASEMENTS
Clearance approvals from the agencies with easements on the property (including PG&E, AT&T,
and Water Company, and/or equivalent agencies) will be required prior to issuance of building
permits.
SECTION V: CONDITIONS ADMINISTERED BY THE SANTA CLARA COUNTY FIRE
DEPARTMENT
1.FIRE SPRINKLERS REQUIREDIN RESIDENCES AND DETACHED WORKSPACES
Wildland-Urban Interface: This project is located within the designated Wildland-Urban Interface
Fire Area. The building construction shall comply with the provisions of California Building Code
(CBC) Chapter 7A. Note that vegetation clearance shall be in compliance with CBC Section
701A.3.2.4 prior to project final approval. Check with the Planning Department for related
Landscape plan requirements.
2.FIRE SPRINKLERSREQUIREDIN RESIDENCES AND DETACHED WORKSPACES
An automaticsprinkler system shall be installed in one-and two-family dwellings(including
detached workspaces)as follows: In all new one-and two-family dwellings and in existing one-and
two-family dwellings when additions are made that increase the building area to more than 3,600
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square feet. Exception: A one-time addition to an existing building that does not total more than
1,000 square feet of building area. NOTE: The owner(s), occupant(s), and any contractor(s) or
subcontractor(s) are responsible for consulting with the water purveyor of record in order to
determine if any modification or upgrade of the existing water service is required. NOTE: Covered
porches, patios, balconies, and attic spaces may require fire sprinkler coverage. A State of California
licensed (C-16) Fire Protection Contractor shall submit plans, calculations, a completed permit
application and appropriate fees to this department for review and approval prior to beginning their
work. Sections903.2as adopted in Section 16-40-210of the CMC.
3.WATER SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS
Potable water supplies shall be protected from contamination caused by fire protection water
supplies. It is the responsibility of the applicant and any contractors and subcontractors to contact
the water purveyor supplying the site of such project, and to comply with the requirements of that
purveyor. Such requirements shall be incorporated into the design of any water-based fire
protection system, and/or fire suppression water supply systems or storage containers that may be
physically connected in any manner to an appliance capable of causing contaminationof the potable
water supply of the purveyor of record. Final approval of the system(s) under consideration will not
be granted by this office until compliance with the requirements of the water purveyor of record are
documentedby that purveyor as having been met by the applicant(s). 2010CFC Sec. 903.3.5 and
Health and Safety Code 13114.7.
4.CONSTRUCTION SITE FIRE SAFETY
All construction sites must comply with applicable provisions of the CFC Chapter 33and County
Fire Standard Detail and Specification SI-7.Provide appropriate notations on subsequent plan
submittals, as appropriate to the project. CFC Chp. 33.
5.PREMISES IDENTIFICATION
Approved numbers or addresses shall be placed on all new and existing buildings in such a position
as to be plainly visible and legible from the street or road fronting the property. Numbers shall
contrast with their background. CFC Sec. 505.
SECTION VI: CONDITIONS ADMINISTERED BY THE CUPERTINO SANITARY DISTRICT
1.FEES AND PERMITS
Cupertino Sanitary District Fees and Permits shall be required for the subject improvements.
2.BACKFLOW DEVICE
An approved backflow device (IAPMO or UPC approved) is required since the lowest finished floor
with plumbing is less than (1’) foot above the rim of the nearest upstream manhole (O.C. 4105). The
backflow device will be inspected to verify existence and serviceability by a District Inspector at the
time of video inspection. District to provide Building Department with written notification upon
completion of inspection (O.C. 5104).
3.PROPERTY LINE CLEANOUT
Install new property line cleanout. Property line cleanout must be within 5 feet of the property line.
Cleanout shall be the same diameter as the street portionof the service lateral. Gravity lateral is 4”
diameter minimum (O.C. 4101).
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4.CONNECTION PERMIT
A Cupertino Sanitary District Connection Permit is required for the proposed improvements (O.C.
8100)
5.LATERAL PERMIT
A Cupertino Sanitary District Lateral Permit isrequired for the proposed improvements (O.C.
8300). Lateral Permit will only be issued to Licensed Underground Contractor registered to work in
the Cupertino Sanitary District. Instructions for Contractor’s registration can be found on the
District’s website under “Contractors.” (O.C. 5100).
6.SEWAGE PUMP
A sewage pump is required unless a CivilEngineercertifiesthat the sewagecan adequately gravity
drain from plumbing fixtures to public sewers. The sewage pump shall not be located within the
crawlspace or basement. Relocate pump outside of structure or within light well or stairwell. The
pump will be inspected by the City of Cupertino and verified by a District Inspector.
7.SANITARY SEWER MANHOLE
Show the upstream sanitary sewer manhole with existing rim and invert elevation, main and lateral
on plans. The streetportion of existing sanitary sewer lateralis to be extended by permit from the
District to the new property line.
8.CLOSED-CIRCUIT VIDEO
Closed-circuit video of the new property line cleanout, point of connection and Districtlateral is
required prior to clearance for City of Cupertino Final Inspection. Owner to call District at least 48
hours prior to video inspection to schedule a District Inspector. District to provide Building
Department with written notification upon completion of inspection (O.C. 5104).
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 9thday ofJune,2014,Regular Meeting of the Planning Commission of
the City of Cupertino, State of California, by the following roll call vote:
AYES:COMMISSIONERS:
NOES:COMMISSIONERS:
ABSTAIN:COMMISSIONERS:
ABSENT:COMMISSIONERS:
ATTEST:APPROVED:
Gary Chao Paul Brophy,Chair
Assist. Director of Community Development Planning Commission
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EXC-2014-03
CITY OF CUPERTINO
10300 Torre Avenue
Cupertino, California 95014
DRAFT RESOLUTION
OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF CUPERTINO
APPROVING A HILLSIDE EXCEPTION TO ALLOW THE CONSTRUCTION
OF A NEW 3,185SQUARE FOOT SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE ON SLOPES GREATER
THAN 30%ON A VACANT LOT LOCATED AT 10645 CORDOVA ROAD (LOT B)
SECTION I: PROJECT DESCRIPTION
Application No.:EXC-2014-03 (EA-2014-03)
Applicant:Terry Brown (Osann, K. O’Grady and B. O’Grady Lots)
Location:Lot B, 10645 Cordova Road APN# 342-22-101
SECTION II: FINDINGSFOR DEVELOPMENTPERMIT:
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission of the City of Cupertino received an application for a
Development Permitas described in Section I.of this Resolution; and
WHEREAS, the Environmental Review Committee has recommended adoption of a Mitigated Negative
Declaration; and
WHEREAS, the necessary public notices have been given as required by the Procedural Ordinanceof
the City of Cupertino, and the Planning Commission 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 Planning Commission finds as follows with regard to this application:
1.The proposed development will not be injurious to property or improvements in the area nor be
detrimental to the public health and safety.
The proposed site is situated on the west side of Cordova Road, between Mercedes Road to the north and
San Juan Road to the south. The lot iscurrently vacant andsurrounded by existinghillside single-family
residences in the Inspiration Heights area of the city.Therefore, the development will not be injurious to
property or improvements in the area nor be detrimental to the public health and safety.
2.The proposed development will not create a hazardous condition for pedestrian or vehicular
traffic.
Various street improvements are proposed to Cordova Road to widen the street, construct curb and gutter
to better define the edge of the street, therebyimproving vehicular circulation.In addition, the project
proposes the construction of one driveway to serve three residences which will reduce multiple conflict
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areas for pedestrian traffic. Therefore, the development will not create a hazardous condition for pedestrian
or vehicular traffic.
3.The proposed development has legal access to public streets and public services are available to
serve the development.
The properties will be accessed by a shared private driveway from Cordova Road. Shared maintenance
agreements and ingress/egress easements will be recorded on the properties for the driveway.In addition,
sewer and water connections are available in the street. The development has legal access to public streets
and public services are available to serve the development.
4.The proposed development requires an exception, which involves the least modification of, or
deviation from, the development regulations necessary to accomplish a reasonable use of the
parcel.
Aside from the exception to allow construction of slopes greater than 30%, the proposed development
complies will all other development regulations of the RHS zoning district including, but not limited to,
building height, setbacks, and floor area. The development involves the least modification of the prescribed
development regulationsnecessary to accomplish a reasonable use of the parcel.
5.All alternative locations for development on the parcel have been considered and have been
found to create greater environmental impacts than the locationof the proposed development.
All locations on the parcel are steeply sloped with slopes ranging from 32% to 36% and, thereforeno
location on the parcel canbe developed without a hillside exception. The proposed development will be
located to minimize environmental and grading impacts on the site.
6.The proposed development does not consist of structures on or near known geological or
environmental hazards that have been determined by expert testimony to be unsafe or
hazardous to structures or persons residing therein.
Design-level geotechnical plans shall be provided to the satisfaction of the City Building Official and all
foundational piers shall extend into the bedrock.Additionally, a geotechnical consultant shall review and
approve all geotechnical aspects of the project’s building and grading plans to ensure the recommendations
are incorporated. With the incorporation of the recommendations provided in the geotechnical report, the
proposed development does not consist of structures that have been determined by expert testimony to be
unsafe or hazardous to structures or persons residing therein.
7.The proposed development includes grading and drainage plans that will ensure that erosion
and scarring of the hillsides caused by necessary construction of the housing site and
improvements will be minimized.
The development will follow as closely as possible the primary natural contour of the lot to ensure that
erosion and scarring of the hillsides caused by necessary construction of the housing site and
improvements will be minimized.
8.The proposed development consists of structures incorporating designs, colors, materials, and
outdoor lighting which blend with the natural hillside environment and which are designed in
such a manner as to reduce the effective visible mass, including building height, as much as
possible without creating other negative environmental impacts.
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The development on the property shall use natural earth tone and/or vegetation colors with stone detailing
and wood siding which blends with the natural hillside environment and which is designed in such a
manner as to reduce the effective visible mass as much as possible.
9.The proposed development is located on the parcel as far as possible from public open space
preserves or parks (if visible therefrom), riparian corridors, and wildlife habitats unless such
location will create other, more negative environmental impacts.
The proposed development is located on the parcel as far as possible from public open space preserves or
parks (if visible therefrom), riparian corridors, and wildlife habitats unless such location will create other,
more negative environmental impacts.
10.The proposed development is otherwise consistent with the City's General Plan and Zoning
Ordinance as described in Section 19.40.010.
The developmentis meeting all the requirements for RHS zoned properties andis consistent with the
City's General Plan and Zoning Ordinance as described in Section 19.40.010.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED:
That after careful consideration ofthe initial study, maps, facts, exhibits, testimony and other evidence
submitted in this matter, subject to the conditions which are enumerated in this Resolution beginning on
PAGE 2thereof,:
A Mitigated Negative Declaration (Application no. EA-2014-03) is hereby recommended for adoption;
andthe application for a Hillside Exception, Application no. EXC-2014-03is herebyrecommended for
approvalandthat the subconclusions upon which the findings and conditions specified in this resolution
are basedand contained in the Public Hearing record concerning Application no. EXC-2014-03as set
forth in the Minutes of Planning Commission Meeting of June 9, 2014, and are incorporated by reference
as though fully set forth herein.
SECTION III: CONDITIONS ADMINISTERED BY THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPT.
1.APPROVED EXHIBITS
Approval recommendation is based on the plan set received January 29, 2014 consisting of 25 sheets,
labled C, P-1, A-1, A-2, A-3, A-4, B-1, B-2A, B-2B, B-3, B-4, C-1, C-2A, C-2B, C-3, C-4, 1,2, 3, L1.0,
L2.0, L2.1, L3.0, L3.1 and L4.0entitled, “3 Custom Residences, 10645 Cordova Rd., Cupertino, CA
95014,” drawn by SSS Designs LLC; 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. TR-2014-10shallbe applicable to this approval.
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4.EXTERIOR BUILDING MATERIALS/TREATMENTS, LANDSCAPING
Final building exterior treatment plan (including but not limited to details on exterior color,
material, architectural treatments and/or embellishments, lighting, retaining walls and landscaping)
shall be reviewed and approved by the Director of Community Development prior to issuance of
building permits for compliance to RHS zoning and other relevant regulations. Any exterior
changes determined to be substantial by the Director of Community Development shall require a
modification approval.
5.DEVELOPMENT ALLOCATION
The applicant shall receive an allocation of one residential unit from the Other Residential
Neighborhoods residential allocation area.
6.ANNOTATION OF THE CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
The conditions of approval set forth shall be incorporated into and annotated on the first page of the
building plans.
7.TRASH PICK UP PLAN
Prior to building permit issuance the applicant shall provide a trash pickupplan. This should
identify the location of the trash pickupof all three residences on the site.
8.DRIVEWAY EASEMENT AREA
The shared ingress/egress driveway shall be impervious pavers.
9.INGREE/EGRESS ACCESS AGREEMENT
Prior to building permit issuance, the applicant shall prepare and record a covenant on the property
that:
a)Describes the purpose, functions and beneficiaries of the ingress/egress access easement;
b)Declares that the applicant agrees to work with neighboring owners of property to the north of
the subject site to facilitate future access to their lots, which includes but is not limited to sharing
driveway improvements, altering grading and modifying and/or demolishing of retaining walls
and other improvements built in the easement area. The covenant shall state that the declaration
is binding on successors and assigns of the owner(s).
The covenant shall be reviewed and approved by the City Attorney prior to recordation.
10.INTERIOR GARAGE DIMENSION
The interior garage clearance shall be 20 feet by 20 feet (measured from inside walls).
11.LANDSCAPE PROJECT SUBMITTAL
Prior to issuance of building permits, the applicant shall submit a full landscape project submittal
per section 14.15.040 of the Landscaping Ordinance. The Water-Efficient Design Checklist
(Appendix A of Chapter 14.15), Landscape and Irrigation Design Plans, and Water Budget
Calculations shall be reviewed and approved to the satisfaction of the Director of Community
Development prior to issuance of building permits.
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12.LANDSCAPE INSTALLATION REPORT
A landscape installation audit shall be conducted by a certified landscape professional after the
landscaping and irrigation system have been installedand prior to final occupancy. The findings of
the assessment shall be consolidated into a landscape installation report.
The landscape installation report shall include, but is not limited to: inspection to confirm that the
landscaping and irrigation system are installed as specified in the landscape and irrigation design
plan, system tune-up, system test with distribution uniformity, reporting overspray or run-off that
causes overland flow, andpreparation of an irrigation schedule.
The landscape installation report shall include the following statement: “The landscape and
irrigation system have been installed as specified in the landscape and irrigation design plan and
complies with the criteria of the ordinance and the permit.”
13.LANDSCAPE AND IRRIGATION MAINTENANCE
A maintenance schedule shall be established and submitted to the Director of Community
Development or his/her designee, either with the landscape application package, with the landscape
installation reportprior to issuance of final occupancy, or any time before the landscape installation
report is submittedprior to issuance of building permits.
a)Schedules should take into account water requirements for the plant establishment period and
water requirements for established landscapes.
b)Maintenance shall include, but not be limited to the following: routine inspection; pressure
testing, adjustment and repair of the irrigation system; aerating and de-thatching turf areas;
replenishing mulch; fertilizing; pruning; replanting of failed plants; weeding; pest control; and
removing obstructions to emission devices.
c)Failed plants shall be replaced with the same or functionally equivalent plants that may be size-
adjusted as appropriate for the stage of growth of the overall installation. Failing plants shall
either be replaced or be revived through appropriate adjustments in water, nutrients, pest
control or other factors as recommended by a landscaping professional.
14.TREE PROTECTION
The existing trees to remain shall be protected during construction per the City’s Protected Tree
Ordinance (Chapter 14.18 of the municipal code). The City’s standard tree protection measures shall
be listed on the plans, and protective fencing shall be installed around the trees to remain prior to
issuance of building permits.A report ascertaining the good health of these trees shall be provided
prior to issuance of final occupancy.
15.COMPLIANCE WITH MITIGATION MONITORING AND REPORTING PROGRAM (MMRP)
The project shall be required to adhere to the mitigation measures identified in the Mitigated
Negative Declaration (EA-2014-02) and Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program (MMRP)for
the project.
16.GEOLOGY AND SOILSMITIGATION MEASURES
MM GEO-1: The GeotechnicalStudy has identified and provided recommendations for site rupture
potential under section 9.1 Location of Proposed Improvements. Those recommendations will be
followed in the construction of the project.
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MM GEO-2:The Geotechnical Study has identified and provided recommendations for seismic
ground shaking potential under section 9.2 Seismic Design Criteria. Those recommendations will be
followed in the construction of the project.
MM GEO-3:The Geotechnical Study has identified and provided recommendations for site seismic-
related ground failure under the following sections. Those recommendations will be followed in the
construction of the project, except where supplemental geotechnical design measures were
recommended by the Geologic and GeotechnicalPeer Review (as noted below):
9.3 Earthwork
9.4 Foundations–The Geologic and Geotechnical Peer Review offers the following additional
recommendations:
The Project Geotechnical Consultant shallextendall piers sufficiently into
competent bedrock materials. Anticipated primary impact will be to the depths of
piers on Lot C. Due to the hillside setting, the presence of shears within the
colluvium, future irrigation, and the potentially high expansive nature of the
colluvium, this geologic unit does not appear to present a suitable, long-term
bearing material for residential foundations.
Structural plans shallbe developed that incorporate the recommendations of the
ProjectGeotechnical Consultant.
9.5 Drainage-The Geologic and Geotechnical Peer Review offers the following additional
recommendations:
Design specifications of the retention chambers shallbe included in the
development plans. Additionally, the Grading and Drainage Plan shallreference
the most recent geotechnical investigation report and incorporate their design
recommendations.
The Geologic and Geotechnical Peer Review recommends the applicant’s geotechnical
consultant shallreview and approve all geotechnical aspects of the project building and grading
plans (i.e., site preparation and grading, site drainage improvements and design parameters for
foundations and underpins, retaining walls and driveway) to ensure that their recommendations
have been properly incorporated.
17.AIR QUALITYMITIGATION MEASURES
MM AIR-1: All exposed surfaces (e.g., parking areas, staging areas, soil piles, graded areas, and
unpaved access roads) shall be watered two times per day.
All haul trucks transporting soil, sand, or other loose material off-site shall be covered.
All visible mud or dirt track-out onto adjacent public roads shall be removed using wet power
vacuum street sweepers at least once per day. The use of dry power sweeping is prohibited.
All vehicle speeds on unpaved roads shall be limited to 15 mph.
All roadways, driveways, and sidewalks to be pavedshall be completed as soon as possible.
Building pads shall be laid as soon as possible after grading unless seeding or soil binders are
used.
Idling times shall be minimized either by shutting equipment off when not in use or reducing
the maximum idling time to 5 minutes (as required by the California airborne toxics control
measure Title 13, Section 2485 of California Code of Regulations [CCR]). Clear signage shall be
provided for construction workers at all access points.
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All construction equipment shall be maintained and properly tuned in accordance with
manufacturer’s specifications. All equipment shall be checked by a certified mechanic and
determined to be running in proper condition prior to operation.
Post a publicly visible sign with the telephonenumber and person to contact at the Lead Agency
regarding dust complaints. This person shall respond and take corrective action within 48
hours. The Air District’s phone number shall also be visible to ensure compliance with
applicable regulations.
18.BIOLOGICAL RESOURCES
MM BIO-1: For every protected tree removed, plant replacement trees, of a species and size as
designated by the approval authority and consistent with the replacement value of each tree
removed.
MM BIO-1:
A site plan shall be prepared describing the relationship of proposed grading and utility
trenching to the trees designated for preservation. Construction and grading should not
significantly raise or lower the ground level beneath tree drip lines. If the ground level is
proposed for modification beneath the drip line, the architect/arborist shall address and
mitigate the impact to the tree(s).
All trees to be preserved on the property and all trees adjacent to the property shall be protected
against damage during construction operations by constructing a four-foot-high fence around
the drip line, and armor as needed. The extent of fencing and armoring shall be determined by
the landscape architect. The tree protection shall be placed before any excavation or grading is
begun and shall be maintained in repair for the duration of the construction work.
No construction operations shall be carried on within the drip line area of any tree designated to
be saved except as is authorized by the Director of Community Development.
If trenching is required to penetrate the protection barrier for the tree, the section of trench in the
drip line shall be hand dug so as to preclude the cutting of roots. Prior to initiating any
trenching within the barrier approval by staff with consultation of an arborist shall be
completed.
Trees which require any degree of fill around the natural grade shall be guarded by recognized
standards of tree protection and design of tree wells.
The area under the drip line of the tree shall be kept clean. No constructionmaterials nor
chemical solvents shall be stored or dumped under a tree.
Fires for any reason shall not be made within fifty feet of any tree selected to remain and shall be
limited in size and kept under constant surveillance.
The general contractor shalluse a tree service licensee, as defined by California Business and
Professional Code, to prune and cut off the branches that must be removed during the grading
or construction. No branches or roots shall be cut unless at first reviewed by the landscape
architect/arborist with approval of staff.
Any damage to existing tree crowns or root systems shall be repaired immediately by an
approved tree surgeon.
No storage of construction materials or parking shall be permitted within the drip line area of
any treedesignated to be saved.
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19.CULTURAL RESOURCESMITIGATION MEASURES
MM HAZ-1.4: In the event that any prehistoric or historic subsurface cultural resources are
discovered during ground disturbing activities, all work should be temporarily halted in the vicinity
of the discovered materials and workers should avoid altering the materials and their context until a
qualified professional archaeologist has evaluated the situation and provided appropriate
recommendations. Project personnel should not collect cultural resources. The City of Cupertino (or
its representative) shall consult with a qualified archaeologist or paleontologist to assess the
significance of the find. If any find is determined to be significant, the City of Cupertino (or its
representative) and the archaeologist and/or paleontologist would meet to determine the
appropriate avoidance measures. All significant cultural materials recovered shall be subject to
scientific analysis, professional museum duration, and a report prepared by the qualified
archaeologist according to current professional standards.
20.NOISEMITIGATION MEASURES
MM NOI-1:The followingconstruction noisemitigation measures shall be taken in order to reduce
noise event impacts to nearby receptor areas:
Construction activities shall be limited to the hours of 7:00 am to 8:00 pm on weekdays and 9:00
am to 6:00 pm on weekends. Construction activities are prohibited on holidays.
All construction equipment shall use noise-reduction features that are no less effective than
those originally installed by the manufacturer. If no noise-reduction features were originally
installed, then the contractor shall require that at least a muffler be installed on the equipment.
No individual device will produce a noise level more than 87 dBA at a distance of twenty-five
feet or the noise level on any nearby property does not exceed 80 dBA.
21.PRE-CONSTRUCTION MEETING AND CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT PLAN
Prior to commencement of construction activities, the applicant shall arrange for a pre-construction
meeting with the pertinent departments (including, but not limited to, Building, Planning, Public
Works, Santa Clara County Fire Department) to review an applicant-prepared construction
management plan including, but not limited to:
a.Plan for compliance withconditions of approval
b.Plan for public access during work in the public right-of-way
c.Construction staging area
d.Construction schedule and hours
e.Construction phasing plan, if any
f.Contractor parking area
g.Tree preservation/protection plan
h.Site dust, noise andstorm run-off management plan
i.Emergency/complaint and construction site manager contacts
22.CONSTRUCTION HOURS
Construction activities shall be limited to Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Saturday and
Sunday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Construction activities are not allowed on holidays. The developer shall be
responsible for educating all contractors and subcontractors of said construction restrictions. Rules
and regulation pertaining to all construction activities and limitations identified in this permit, along
with the name and telephone number of a developer appointed disturbance coordinator, shall be
posted in a prominent location at the entrance to the job site.
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23.DEMOLITION REQUIREMENTS
All demolished building and site materials shall be recycled to the maximum extent feasible subject
to the Building Official. The applicant shall provide evidence that materials were recycled prior to
issuance of final demolition permits.
24.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.
25.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 attorneys’ 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.
26.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.
SECTION IV: CONDITIONS ADMINISTERED BY THE PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
1.RETAINING WALL
Developer will be responsible for designing and installing a concrete retaining wall on the downhill
(east) side of Cordova Road along the property frontage, in accordance with City Standards and as
approved by the City Engineer. The retaining wall will need to provide adequate support for the
roadway to handle the increased traffic caused by the development and to address emergency
vehicle (fire truck) loading requirements. The Developer shall provide to the City samples or
depictions of the wall façade for approval, priorto installation of the wall.
2.ASPHALT PAVEMENT ALONG PUBLIC STREET
Developer will be required to repair any damage to the asphalt pavement in the public right of way
caused by project’s construction activities, as required by and to the satisfaction of the City Engineer.
3.TREE PROTECTION AND PRESERVATION
Developer will be responsible for protecting and preserving the existing Torrey Pine tree (Pinus
Torreyana) located adjacent to Cordova Road on the southerly end of the property frontage. Tree
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protection facilities shall be installed in accordance with City Standard Details and will be required
to be inspected and approved by a certified arborist.
4.STREET WIDENING
Public street widening and dedications shall be provided in accordance with City Standards and
specifications and as required by the City Engineer.
5.CURB AND GUTTER IMPROVEMENTS
Curbs and gutters, sidewalks and related structures shall be installed in accordance with grades and
standards as specified by the City Engineer.
6.PEDESTRIAN AND BICYCLE IMPROVEMENTS
Developer shall provide pedestrian and bicycle related improvements consistent with the Cupertino
Bicycle Transportation Plan and the Pedestrian Transportation Guidelines, and as approved by the
City Engineer.
7.STREET LIGHTING INSTALLATION
Street lighting shall be installed and shall be as approved by the City Engineer. Lighting fixtures
shall be positioned so as to preclude glare and other forms of visual interference to adjoining
properties, and shall be no higher than the maximum height permitted by the zone in which the site
is located.
8.GRADING
Grading shall be as approved and required by the City Engineer in accordance with Chapter 16.08 of
the Cupertino Municipal Code. 401 Certifications and 404 permits maybe required. Please contact
ArmyCorp of Engineers and/or Regional Water Quality Control Board as appropriate.
9.DRAINAGE
Drainage shall be provided to the satisfaction of the City Engineer. Hydrology and pre-and post-
development hydraulic calculations must be provided to indicate whether additional storm water
control measures are to be constructed or renovated. The storm drain system may include, but is
not limited to, subsurface storage of peak stormwater flows (as needed), bioretention basins,
vegetated swales, and hydrodynamic separators to reduce the amount of runoff from the site and
improve water quality. The storm drain system shall be designed to detain water on-site (e.g., via
buried pipes, retention systems or other approved systems and improvements) as necessary to avoid
an increase of the ten percent flood water surface elevation to the satisfaction of the City Engineer.
Any storm water overflows or surface sheeting should be directed away from neighboring private
properties and to the public right of way as much as reasonably possible.
10.UNDERGROUND UTILITIES
Developer shall comply with the requirements of the Underground Utilities Ordinance No. 331 and
other related Ordinances and regulations of the City of Cupertino, and shall coordinate with
affected utility providers forinstallation of underground utility devices. Developer shallsubmit
detailed plans showing utility underground provisions. Said plans shall be subject to prior approval
of the affected Utility provider and the City Engineer.
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11.IMPROVEMENT AGREEMENT
The project developer shall enter into a development agreement with the City of Cupertino
providing for payment of fees, including but not limited to checking and inspection fees, storm
drain fees, park dedication fees and fees for under grounding of utilities. Said agreement shall be
executed prior to issuance of construction permits.
Fees:
a. Checking & Inspection Fees:$ Per current fee schedule ($2,707 or 5%)
b. Grading Permit: $ Per current fee schedule ($2,542.00 or 6%)
c. Development Maintenance Deposit:$ 1,000.00
d. Storm Drainage Fee:$ TBD
e. Power Cost:**
f. Map Checking Fees:$ Per current fee schedule ($8,213.00)
g. Park Fees:$ Per current fee schedule ($9,000 per unit)
h. Street Tree $338 per tree to be installed by City
**Based on the latest effective PG&E rate schedule approved by the PUC
Bonds:
Faithful Performance Bond: 100% of Off-site and On-site Improvements
Labor & Material Bond: 100% of Off-site and On-site Improvement
On-site Grading Bond: 100% of site improvements.
-The fees described above are imposed based upon the current fee schedule adopted by the City
Council. However, the fees imposed herein may be modified at the time of recordation of a final
map or issuance of a building permit in the event of said changeor changes, the fees changed at that
time will reflect the then current fee schedule.
12.TRANSFORMERS
Electrical transformers, telephone cabinets and similar equipment shall be placed in underground
vaults. The developer must receive written approval from both the Public Works Department and
the Community Development Department prior to installation of any above ground equipment.
Should above ground equipment be permitted by the City, equipment and enclosures shall be
screened with fencing and landscaping such that said equipment is not visible from public street
areas, as determined by the Community Development Department. Transformers shall not be
located in the front or side building setback area.
13.WATER BACKFLOW PREVENTERS
Domestic and Fire Water Backflow preventers and similar above ground equipment shall be placed
away from the public right of way and site driveways to a location approved by the Cupertino
Planning Department, Santa Clara County Fire Department and the water company.
14.BEST MANAGEMENT PRACTICES
Utilize Best Management Practices (BMPs), as required by the State Water Resources Control Board,
for construction activity, which disturbs soil. BMP plans shall be included in grading and street
improvement plans.
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15.NPDES CONSTRUCTION GENERAL PERMIT
When and where it is required by the State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB), the developer
must obtain a Notice of Intent (NOI) from the SWRCB, which encompasses preparation of a Storm
Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP), use of construction Best Management Practices (BMPs) to
control storm water runoff quality, and BMP inspection and maintenance.
16.C.3 REQUIREMENTS
C.3 regulated improvements are required for all projects creating and/or replacing 10,000 S.F. or
more of impervious surface (collectively over the entire project site). The developer shall reserve a
minimum of 4% of developable surface area for the placement of low impact development
measures, for storm water treatment, on the tentative map, unless an alternative storm water
treatment plan, that satisfies C.3 requirements, is approved by the City Engineer.
The developer must include the use and maintenance of site design, source control and storm water
treatment Best Management Practices (BMPs), which must be designed per approved numeric
sizing criteria. A Storm Water Management Plan, Storm Water Facilities Easement Agreement,
Storm Water Facilities Operation and Maintenance Agreement, and certification of ongoing
operation and maintenance of treatment BMPs are each required.
All storm water management plans are required to obtain certification from a City approved third
party reviewer.
17.EROSION CONTROL PLAN
Developer must provide an approved erosion control plan by a Registered Civil Engineer. This plan
should include all erosion control measures used to retain materials on site. Erosion control notes
shall be stated on the plans.
18.WORK SCHEDULE
Every 6 months, the developer shall submit a work schedule to the City to show the timetable for all
grading/erosion control work in conjunction with this project.
19.TRAFFIC SIGNS
Traffic control signs shall be placed at locations specified by the City.
20.TRASH ENCLOSURE
The trash enclosure plan must be designed to the satisfaction of the Environmental Programs
Manager. Clearance by the Public Works Department is needed prior to obtaining a building
permit.
21.REFUSE TRUCK ACCESS
Developer must obtain clearance from the Environmental Programs Manager in regards to refuse
truck access for the proposed development.
22.STREET TREES
Street trees shall be planted within the Public Right of Way to the satisfaction of the City Engineer
and shall be of a type approved by the City in accordance with Ordinance No. 125.
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23.FIRE PROTECTION
Fire sprinklers shall be installed in any new construction to theapproval of the City.
24.FIRE SAFETY DURING CONSTRUCTION
Developer shall at all times during construction have adequate access to water facilities (temporary
metered access to a fire hydrant, an onsite water tank, water truck, etc.) to aid in immediate fire
suppression.
25.SANTA CLARA COUNTY FIRE DEPARTMENT
A letter of clearance for the project shall be obtained from the Santa Clara County Fire Department
prior to issuance of building permits. Clearance should include written approval of the location of
anyproposed Fire Backflow Preventers, Fire Department Connections and Fire Hydrants (typically
Backflow Preventers should be located on private property adjacent to the public right of way, and
fire department connections must be located within 100’ of a Fire Hydrant).
26.FIRE HYDRANT
Fire hydrants shall be located as required by the City and Santa Clara County Fire Department as
needed.
27.SAN JOSE WATER COMPANY CLEARANCE
Provide San Jose Water Company approval for water connection, service capability and location and
layout of water lines and backflow preventers before issuance of a building permit approval.
28.DEDICATION OF WATERLINES
Developer shall dedicate to the City all water mains and appurtenances installed to City Standards.
The developer shall reach an agreement with San Jose Water Company for water service to the
subject development.
29.DEDICATION OF UNDERGROUND WATER RIGHTS
Developer shall “quit claim” to the City all rights to pump, take or otherwise extract water from the
underground basin or any underground strata in the Santa Clara Valley.
30.SANITARY DISTRICT
A letter of clearance for the project shall be obtained from the Cupertino Sanitary District prior to
issuance of building permits.
31.UTILITY EASEMENTS
Clearance approvals from the agencies with easements on the property (including PG&E, AT&T,
and Water Company, and/or equivalent agencies) will be required prior to issuance of building
permits.
SECTION V: CONDITIONS ADMINISTERED BY THE SANTA CLARA COUNTY FIRE
DEPARTMENT
1.FIRE SPRINKLERS REQUIREDIN RESIDENCES AND DETACHED WORKSPACES
Wildland-Urban Interface: This project is located within the designated Wildland-Urban Interface
Fire Area. The building construction shall comply with the provisions of California Building Code
(CBC) Chapter 7A. Note that vegetation clearance shall be in compliance with CBC Section
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701A.3.2.4 prior to project final approval. Check with the Planning Department for related
Landscape plan requirements.
2.FIRE SPRINKLERSREQUIREDIN RESIDENCES AND DETACHED WORKSPACES
An automatic sprinkler system shall be installed in one-and two-family dwellings(including
detached workspaces)as follows: In all new one-and two-family dwellings and in existing one-and
two-family dwellings when additions are made that increase the building area to more than 3,600
square feet. Exception: A one-time addition to an existing building that does not total more than
1,000 square feet of building area. NOTE: The owner(s), occupant(s), and any contractor(s) or
subcontractor(s) are responsible for consulting with the water purveyor of record in order to
determine if any modification or upgrade of the existing water service is required. NOTE: Covered
porches, patios, balconies, and attic spaces may require fire sprinkler coverage. A State of California
licensed (C-16) Fire Protection Contractor shall submit plans, calculations, a completed permit
application and appropriate fees to this department for review and approval prior to beginning their
work. Sections903.2as adopted in Section 16-40-210of theCMC.
3.WATER SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS
Potable water supplies shall be protected from contamination caused by fire protection water
supplies. It is the responsibility of the applicant and any contractors and subcontractors to contact
the water purveyor supplyingthe site of such project, and to comply with the requirements of that
purveyor. Such requirements shall be incorporated into the design of any water-based fire
protection system, and/or fire suppression water supply systems or storage containers that may be
physically connected in any manner to an appliance capable of causing contaminationof the potable
water supply of the purveyor of record. Final approval of the system(s) under consideration will not
be granted by this office until compliance with the requirements of the water purveyor of record are
documentedby that purveyor as having been met by the applicant(s). 2010CFC Sec. 903.3.5 and
Health and Safety Code 13114.7.
4.CONSTRUCTION SITE FIRE SAFETY
All construction sites must comply with applicable provisions of the CFC Chapter 33and County
Fire Standard Detail and Specification SI-7.Provide appropriate notations on subsequent plan
submittals, as appropriate to the project. CFC Chp. 33.
5.PREMISES IDENTIFICATION
Approved numbers or addresses shall be placed on all new and existing buildings in such a position
as to be plainly visible and legible from the street or road fronting the property. Numbers shall
contrast with their background. CFC Sec. 505.
SECTION VI: CONDITIONS ADMINISTERED BY THE CUPERTINO SANITARY DISTRICT
1.FEES AND PERMITS
Cupertino Sanitary District Fees and Permits shall be required for the subject improvements.
2.BACKFLOW DEVICE
An approved backflow device (IAPMO or UPC approved) is required since the lowest finished floor
with plumbing is less than (1’) foot above the rim of the nearest upstream manhole (O.C. 4105). The
backflow device will be inspected to verify existence and serviceability by a District Inspector at the
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time of video inspection. District to provide Building Department with written notification upon
completion of inspection (O.C. 5104).
3.PROPERTY LINE CLEANOUT
Install new property line cleanout. Property line cleanout must be within 5 feet of the property line.
Cleanout shall be the same diameter as the street portionof the service lateral. Gravity lateral is 4”
diameter minimum (O.C. 4101).
4.CONNECTION PERMIT
A Cupertino Sanitary District Connection Permit is required for the proposed improvements (O.C.
8100)
5.LATERAL PERMIT
A Cupertino Sanitary District Lateral Permit is required for the proposed improvements (O.C.
8300). Lateral Permit will only be issued to Licensed Underground Contractor registered to work in
the Cupertino Sanitary District. Instructions for Contractor’s registration can be found on the
District’s website under “Contractors.” (O.C. 5100).
6.SEWAGE PUMP
A sewage pump is required unless a CivilEngineercertifiesthat the sewagecan adequately gravity
drain from plumbing fixtures to public sewers. The sewage pump shall not be located within the
crawlspace or basement. Relocate pump outside of structure or within light well or stairwell. The
pump will be inspected by the City of Cupertino and verified by a District Inspector.
7.SANITARY SEWER MANHOLE
Show the upstream sanitary sewer manhole with existing rim and invert elevation, main and lateral
on plans. The streetportion of existing sanitary sewer lateralis to be extended by permit from the
District to the new property line.
8.CLOSED-CIRCUIT VIDEO
Closed-circuit video of the new property line cleanout, point of connection and Districtlateral is
required prior to clearance for City of Cupertino Final Inspection. Owner to call District at least 48
hours prior to video inspection to schedule a District Inspector. District to provide Building
Departmentwith written notification upon completion of inspection (O.C. 5104).
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PASSED AND ADOPTED this 9thday ofJune,2014,Regular Meeting of the Planning Commission of
the City of Cupertino, State of California, by the following roll call vote:
AYES:COMMISSIONERS:
NOES:COMMISSIONERS:
ABSTAIN:COMMISSIONERS:
ABSENT:COMMISSIONERS:
ATTEST:APPROVED:
Gary Chao Paul Brophy,Chair
Assist. Director of Community Development Planning Commission
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EXC-2014-04
CITY OF CUPERTINO
10300 Torre Avenue
Cupertino, California 95014
DRAFT RESOLUTION
OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF CUPERTINO
APPROVING A HILLSIDE EXCEPTION TO ALLOW THE CONSTRUCTION
OF A NEW 3,186SQUARE FOOT SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE ON SLOPES GREATER
THAN 30%ON A VACANT LOT LOCATED AT 10645 CORDOVA ROAD (LOT C)
SECTION I: PROJECT DESCRIPTION
Application No.:EXC-2014-04 (EA-2014-04)
Applicant:Terry Brown (Osann, K. O’Grady and B. O’Grady Lots)
Location:Lot C, 10645 Cordova Road APN# 342-22-101
SECTION II: FINDINGSFOR DEVELOPMENTPERMIT:
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission of the City of Cupertino received an application for a
Development Permitas described in Section I.of this Resolution; and
WHEREAS, the Environmental Review Committee has recommended adoption of a Mitigated Negative
Declaration; and
WHEREAS, the necessary public notices have been given as required by the Procedural Ordinanceof
the City of Cupertino, and the Planning Commission 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 Planning Commission finds as follows with regard to this application:
1.The proposed development will not be injurious to property or improvements in the area nor be
detrimental to the public health and safety.
The proposed site is situated on the west side of Cordova Road, between Mercedes Road to the north and San
Juan Road to the south. The lot iscurrently vacant andsurrounded by existinghillside single-family
residences in the Inspiration Heights area of the city.Therefore, the development will not be injurious to
property or improvements in the area nor be detrimental to the public health and safety.
2.The proposed development will not create a hazardous condition for pedestrian or vehicular traffic.
Various street improvements are proposed to Cordova Road to widen the street, construct curb and gutter to
better define the edge of the street, therebyimprovingvehicular circulation.In addition, the project proposes
the construction of one driveway to serve three residences which will reduce multiple conflict areas for
pedestrian traffic. Therefore, the development will not create a hazardous conditionfor pedestrian or vehicular
traffic.
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3.The proposed development has legal access to public streets and public services are available to
serve the development.
The properties will be accessed by a shared private driveway from Cordova Road. Shared maintenance
agreements and ingress/egress easements will be recorded on the properties for the driveway.In addition,
sewer and water connections are available in the street. The development has legal access to public streets and
public services are available to serve the development.
4.The proposed development requires an exception, which involves the least modification of, or
deviation from, the development regulations necessary to accomplish a reasonable use of the parcel.
Aside from the exception to allow construction of slopes greater than 30%, the proposed development complies
will all other development regulations of the RHS zoning district including, but not limited to, building
height, setbacks, and floor area.The development involves the least modification of the prescribed development
regulationsnecessary to accomplish a reasonable use of the parcel.
5.All alternative locations for development on the parcel have been considered and have been found
to create greater environmental impacts than the location of the proposed development.
All locations on the parcel are steeply sloped with slopes ranging from 32% to 36% and, thereforeno location
on the parcel canbe developed without a hillside exception. The proposed development will be located to
minimize environmental and grading impacts on the site.
6.The proposed development does not consist of structures on or near known geological or
environmental hazards that have been determined by expert testimony to be unsafe or hazardous to
structures or persons residing therein.
Design-level geotechnical plans shall be provided to the satisfaction of the City Building Official and all
foundational piers shall extend into the bedrock.Additionally, a geotechnical consultant shall review and
approve all geotechnical aspects of the project’s building and grading plans to ensure the recommendations are
incorporated. With the incorporation of the recommendations provided in the geotechnical report, the proposed
development does not consist of structures that have been determined by expert testimony to be unsafe or
hazardous to structures or persons residing therein.
7.The proposed development includes grading and drainage plans that will ensure that erosion and
scarring of the hillsides caused by necessary construction of the housing site and improvements will
be minimized.
The development will follow as closely as possible the primary natural contour of the lot to ensure that erosion
and scarring of the hillsides caused by necessary construction of the housing site and improvements will be
minimized.
8.The proposed development consists of structures incorporating designs, colors, materials, and
outdoor lighting which blend with the natural hillside environment and which are designed in such
a manner as to reduce the effectivevisible mass, including building height, as much as possible
without creating other negative environmental impacts.
The development on the property shall use natural earth tone and/or vegetation colors with stone detailing and
wood siding which blends with the natural hillside environment and which is designed in such a manner as to
reduce the effective visible mass as much as possible.
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9.The proposed development is located on the parcel as far as possible from public open space
preserves or parks (if visible therefrom), riparian corridors, and wildlife habitats unless such
location will create other, more negative environmental impacts.
The proposed development is located on the parcel as far as possible from public open space preserves or parks
(if visible therefrom), riparian corridors, and wildlife habitats unless such location will create other, more
negative environmental impacts.
10.The proposed development is otherwise consistent with the City's General Plan and Zoning
Ordinance as described in Section 19.40.010.
The developmentis meeting all the requirements for RHS zoned properties andis consistent with the City's
General Plan and Zoning Ordinance as described in Section 19.40.010.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED:
That after careful considerationofthe initial study, maps, facts, exhibits, testimony and other evidence
submitted in this matter, subject to the conditions which are enumerated in this Resolution beginning on
PAGE 2thereof,:
A Mitigated Negative Declaration (Application no. EA-2014-04) is hereby recommended for adoption;
andthe application for a Hillside Exception, Application no. EXC-2014-04is herebyrecommended for
approvalandthat the subconclusions upon which the findings and conditions specified in this resolution
are based and contained in the Public Hearing record concerning Application no. EXC-2014-04as set
forth in the Minutes of Planning Commission Meeting of June 9, 2014, and are incorporated by reference
as though fully set forth herein.
SECTION III: CONDITIONS ADMINISTERED BY THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPT.
1.APPROVED EXHIBITS
Approval recommendation is based on the plan set receivedJanuary 29,2014consisting of 25sheets,
labled C, P-1, A-1, A-2, A-3, A-4, B-1, B-2A, B-2B, B-3, B-4, C-1, C-2A, C-2B, C-3, C-4, 1, 2, 3, L1.0,
L2.0, L2.1, L3.0, L3.1 and L4.0entitled, “3 Custom Residences,10645 Cordova Rd., Cupertino, CA
95014,” drawn by SSS DesignsLLC;except as may be amended by conditions in this resolution.
2.ACCURACY OF PROJECT PLANS
The applicant/property owneris 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.EXTERIOR BUILDING MATERIALS/TREATMENTS, LANDSCAPING
Final building exterior treatment plan (including but not limited to details on exterior color,
material, architectural treatments and/or embellishments, lighting, retaining walls and landscaping)
shall be reviewed and approved by the Director of Community Development prior to issuance of
building permits for compliance to RHS zoning and other relevant regulations. Any exterior
changes determined to be substantial by the Director of Community Development shall require a
modification approval.
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4.DEVELOPMENT ALLOCATION
The applicant shall receive an allocation of one residential unit from the Other Residential
Neighborhoods residential allocation area.
5.ANNOTATION OF THE CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
The conditions of approval set forth shall be incorporated into and annotated on the first page of the
building plans.
6.TRASH PICKUP PLAN
Prior to building permit issuance the applicant shall provide a trash pickupplan. This should
identify the location of the trash pickupof all three residences on the site.
7.DRIVEWAY EASEMENT AREA
The shared ingress/egress driveway shall be impervious pavers.
8.INGREE/EGRESS ACCESS AGREEMENT
Prior to building permit issuance, the applicant shall prepare and record a covenant on the property
that:
a)Describes the purpose, functions and beneficiaries of the ingress/egress access easement;
b)Declares that the applicant agrees to work with neighboring owners of property to the north of
the subject site to facilitate future access to their lots, which includes but is not limited to sharing
driveway improvements, altering grading and modifying and/or demolishing of retaining walls
and other improvements built in the easement area. The covenant shall state that the declaration
is binding on successors and assigns of the owner(s).
The covenant shall be reviewed and approved by the City Attorney prior to recordation.
9.INTERIOR GARAGE DIMENSION
The interior garage clearance shall be 20 feet by 20 feet (measured from inside walls).
10.LANDSCAPE PROJECT SUBMITTAL
Prior to issuance of building permits, the applicant shall submit a full landscape project submittal
per section 14.15.040 of the Landscaping Ordinance. The Water-Efficient Design Checklist
(Appendix A of Chapter 14.15), Landscape and Irrigation Design Plans, and Water Budget
Calculations shall be reviewed and approved to the satisfaction of the Director of Community
Development prior to issuance of building permits.
11.LANDSCAPE INSTALLATION REPORT
A landscape installation audit shall be conducted by a certified landscape professional after the
landscaping and irrigation system have been installedand prior to final occupancy. The findings of
the assessment shall be consolidated into a landscape installation report.
The landscape installation report shall include, but is not limited to: inspection to confirm that the
landscaping and irrigation system are installed as specified in the landscape and irrigation design
plan, system tune-up, system test with distribution uniformity, reporting overspray or run-off that
causes overland flow, and preparation of an irrigation schedule.
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The landscape installation report shall include the following statement: “The landscape and
irrigation system have been installed as specified in the landscape and irrigation design plan and
complies with the criteria of the ordinance and the permit.”
12.LANDSCAPE AND IRRIGATION MAINTENANCE
A maintenance schedule shall be established and submitted to the Director of Community
Development or his/her designee, either with the landscape application package, with the landscape
installation reportprior to issuance of final occupancy, or any time before the landscape installation
report is submittedprior to issuance of building permits.
a)Schedules should take into account water requirements for the plant establishment period and
water requirements for established landscapes.
b)Maintenance shall include, but not be limited to the following: routine inspection; pressure
testing, adjustment and repair of the irrigation system; aerating and de-thatching turf areas;
replenishing mulch; fertilizing; pruning; replanting of failed plants; weeding; pest control; and
removing obstructions to emission devices.
c)Failed plants shall be replaced with the same or functionally equivalent plants that may be size-
adjusted as appropriate for the stage of growth of the overall installation. Failing plants shall
either be replaced or be revived through appropriate adjustments in water, nutrients, pest
control or other factors as recommended by a landscaping professional.
13.TREE PROTECTION
The existing trees to remain shall be protected during construction per the City’s Protected Tree
Ordinance (Chapter 14.18 of the municipal code). The City’s standard tree protection measures shall
be listed on the plans, and protective fencing shall be installed around the trees to remain prior to
issuance of building permits.A report ascertaining the good health of these trees shall be provided
prior to issuance of final occupancy.
14.COMPLIANCE WITH MITIGATION MONITORING AND REPORTING PROGRAM (MMRP)
The project shall be required to adhere to the mitigation measures identified in the Mitigated
Negative Declaration (EA-2014-03) and Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program (MMRP)for
the project.
15.GEOLOGY AND SOILSMITIGATION MEASURES
MM GEO-1: The Geotechnical Study has identified and provided recommendations for site rupture
potential under section 9.1 Location of Proposed Improvements. Those recommendations will be
followed in the construction of the project.
MM GEO-2:The Geotechnical Study has identified and provided recommendations for seismic
ground shaking potential under section 9.2 Seismic Design Criteria. Those recommendations will be
followed in the construction of the project.
MM GEO-3:The Geotechnical Study has identified and provided recommendations for site seismic-
related ground failure under the following sections. Those recommendations will be followed in the
construction of the project, except where supplemental geotechnical design measures were
recommended by the Geologic and Geotechnical Peer Review (as noted below):
9.3 Earthwork
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9.4 Foundations–The Geologic and Geotechnical Peer Review offers the following additional
recommendations:
The Project Geotechnical Consultant shallextendall piers sufficiently into competent
bedrock materials. Anticipated primary impact will be to the depths of piers on Lot C.
Due to the hillside setting, the presence of shears within the colluvium, future irrigation,
and the potentially high expansive nature of the colluvium, this geologic unit does not
appear to present a suitable, long-term bearing material for residential foundations.
Structural plans shallbe developed that incorporatethe recommendations of the Project
Geotechnical Consultant.
9.5 Drainage-The Geologic and Geotechnical Peer Review offers the following additional
recommendations:
Design specifications of the retention chambers shallbe included in the development
plans. Additionally, the Grading and Drainage Plan shallreference the most recent
geotechnical investigation report and incorporate their design recommendations.
The Geologic and Geotechnical Peer Review recommends the applicant’s geotechnical
consultant shallreview and approve all geotechnical aspects of the project building and grading
plans (i.e., site preparation and grading, site drainage improvements and design parameters for
foundations and underpins, retaining walls and driveway) to ensure that theirrecommendations
have been properly incorporated.
16.AIR QUALITYMITIGATION MEASURES
MM AIR-1: All exposed surfaces (e.g., parking areas, staging areas, soil piles, graded areas, and
unpaved access roads) shall be watered two times per day.
All haul trucks transporting soil, sand, or other loose material off-site shall be covered.
All visible mud or dirt track-out onto adjacent public roads shall be removed using wet power
vacuum street sweepers at least once per day. The use of dry power sweeping is prohibited.
All vehicle speeds on unpaved roads shall be limited to 15 mph.
All roadways, driveways, and sidewalks to be paved shall be completed as soon as possible.
Building pads shall be laid as soon as possible after grading unless seeding or soil binders are
used.
Idling times shall be minimized either by shutting equipment off when not in use or reducing
the maximum idling time to 5 minutes (as required by the California airborne toxics control
measure Title 13, Section 2485 of California Code of Regulations[CCR]). Clear signage shall be
provided for construction workers at all access points.
All construction equipment shall be maintained and properly tuned in accordance with
manufacturer’s specifications. All equipment shall be checked by a certified mechanic and
determined to be running in proper condition prior to operation.
Post a publicly visible sign with the telephone number and person to contact at the Lead Agency
regarding dust complaints. This person shall respond and take corrective action within 48
hours. The Air District’s phone number shall also be visible to ensure compliance with
applicable regulations.
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17.BIOLOGICAL RESOURCES
MM BIO-1: For every protected tree removed, plant replacement trees, of a species and size as
designated by the approval authority and consistent with the replacement value of each tree
removed.
MM BIO-1:
A site plan shall be prepared describing the relationship of proposed grading and utility
trenching to the trees designated for preservation. Construction and grading should not
significantly raise or lower the ground level beneath tree drip lines. If the ground level is
proposed for modification beneath the drip line, the architect/arborist shall address and
mitigate the impact to the tree(s).
All trees to be preserved on the property and all trees adjacent to the property shall be protected
against damage during construction operations by constructing a four-foot-high fence around
the drip line, and armor as needed. The extent of fencing and armoring shall be determined by
the landscape architect. The tree protection shall be placed before any excavation or grading is
begun and shall be maintained in repair for the duration of the construction work.
No construction operations shall be carried on within the drip line area of any tree designated to
be saved except as is authorized by the Director of Community Development.
If trenching is required to penetrate the protection barrier for the tree, the section of trench in the
drip line shall be hand dug so as to preclude the cutting of roots. Prior to initiating any
trenching within the barrier approval by staff with consultation of an arborist shall be
completed.
Trees which require any degree of fill around the natural grade shall be guarded by recognized
standards of tree protection and design of tree wells.
The area under the drip line of the tree shall be kept clean. No construction materials nor
chemical solvents shall be stored or dumped under a tree.
Fires for any reason shall not be made within fifty feet of any tree selected to remain and shall be
limited in size and kept under constant surveillance.
The general contractor shall use a tree service licensee, as defined by California Business and
Professional Code, to prune and cut off the branches that must beremoved during the grading
or construction. No branches or roots shall be cut unless at first reviewed by the landscape
architect/arborist with approval of staff.
Any damage to existing tree crowns or root systems shall be repaired immediately by an
approved tree surgeon.
No storage of construction materials or parking shall be permitted within the drip line area of
any tree designated to be saved.
18.CULTURAL RESOURCESMITIGATION MEASURES
MM HAZ-1.4: In the event that any prehistoric or historic subsurfacecultural resources are
discovered during ground disturbing activities, all work should be temporarily halted in the vicinity
of the discovered materials and workers should avoid altering the materials and their context until a
qualified professional archaeologist has evaluated the situation and provided appropriate
recommendations. Project personnel should not collect cultural resources. The City of Cupertino (or
its representative) shall consult with a qualified archaeologist or paleontologist to assess the
significance of the find. If any find is determined to be significant, the City of Cupertino (or its
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representative) and the archaeologist and/or paleontologist would meet to determine the
appropriate avoidance measures. All significant cultural materials recovered shall be subject to
scientific analysis, professional museum duration, and a report prepared by the qualified
archaeologist according to current professional standards.
19.NOISEMITIGATION MEASURES
MM NOI-1:The followingconstruction noisemitigation measures shall be taken in order to reduce
noise event impacts to nearby receptor areas:
Construction activities shall be limited to the hours of 7:00 am to 8:00 pm on weekdays and 9:00
am to 6:00 pm on weekends. Construction activities are prohibited on holidays.
All construction equipment shall use noise-reduction features that are no less effective than
those originally installed by the manufacturer. If no noise-reduction features were originally
installed, then the contractor shall require that at least a muffler be installed on the equipment.
No individual device will produce a noise level more than 87 dBA at a distance of twenty-five
feet or the noise level on any nearby property does not exceed 80 dBA.
20.PRE-CONSTRUCTION MEETING AND CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT PLAN
Prior to commencement of construction activities, the applicant shall arrange for a pre-construction
meeting with the pertinent departments (including, but not limited to, Building, Planning, Public
Works, Santa Clara County Fire Department) to review an applicant-prepared construction
management plan including, but not limited to:
a.Plan for compliance with conditions of approval
b.Plan for public access during work in the public right-of-way
c.Construction staging area
d.Construction schedule and hours
e.Construction phasing plan, if any
f.Contractor parking area
g.Tree preservation/protection plan
h.Site dust, noise and storm run-off management plan
i.Emergency/complaint and construction site manager contacts
21.CONSTRUCTION HOURS
The applicant shall comply with the construction hours standards described in section 10.48 of the
Cupertino Municipal Code. The developer shall be responsible for educating all contractors and
subcontractors of said construction restrictions. Rules and regulation pertaining to all construction
activities and limitations identified in this permit, along with the name and telephone number of a
developer appointed disturbance coordinator, shall be posted in a prominent location at the
entrance to the job site.
22.DEMOLITION REQUIREMENTS
All demolished building and site materials shall be recycled to the maximum extent feasible subject
to the Building Official. The applicant shall provide evidence that materials were recycled prior to
issuance of final demolition permits.
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23.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.
24.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 attorneys’ 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.
25.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.
SECTION IV: CONDITIONS ADMINISTERED BY THE PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
1.RETAINING WALL
Developer will be responsible for designing and installing a concrete retaining wall on the downhill
(east) side of Cordova Road along the property frontage, in accordance with City Standards and as
approved by the City Engineer. The retaining wall will need to provide adequate support for the
roadway to handle the increased traffic caused by the development and to address emergency
vehicle (fire truck) loading requirements. The Developer shall provide tothe City samples or
depictions of the wall façade for approval, prior to installation of the wall.
2.ASPHALT PAVEMENT ALONG PUBLIC STREET
Developer will be required to repair any damage to the asphalt pavement in the public right of way
caused by project’sconstruction activities, as required by and to the satisfaction of the City Engineer.
3.TREE PROTECTION AND PRESERVATION
Developer will be responsible for protecting and preserving the existing Torrey Pine tree (Pinus
Torreyana) located adjacent to CordovaRoad on the southerly end of the property frontage. Tree
protection facilities shall be installed in accordance with City Standard Details and will be required
to be inspected and approved by a certified arborist.
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4.STREET WIDENING
Public street widening and dedications shall be provided in accordance with City Standards and
specifications and as required by the City Engineer.
5.CURB AND GUTTER IMPROVEMENTS
Curbs and gutters, sidewalks and related structures shall be installed in accordance with grades and
standards as specified by the City Engineer.
6.PEDESTRIAN AND BICYCLE IMPROVEMENTS
Developer shall provide pedestrian and bicycle related improvements consistent with the Cupertino
Bicycle Transportation Plan and the Pedestrian Transportation Guidelines,and as approved by the
City Engineer.
7.STREET LIGHTING INSTALLATION
Street lighting shall be installed and shall be as approved by the City Engineer. Lighting fixtures
shall be positioned so as to preclude glare and other forms of visual interference to adjoining
properties, and shall be no higher than the maximum height permitted by the zone in which the site
is located.
8.GRADING
Grading shall be as approved and required by the City Engineer in accordance with Chapter 16.08 of
the Cupertino Municipal Code. 401 Certifications and 404 permits maybe required. Please contact
Army Corp of Engineers and/or Regional Water Quality Control Board as appropriate.
9.DRAINAGE
Drainage shall be provided to the satisfaction of the City Engineer. Hydrology and pre-and post-
development hydraulic calculations must be provided to indicate whether additional storm water
control measures are to be constructed or renovated. The storm drain system may include, but is
not limited to, subsurface storage of peak stormwater flows (as needed), bioretention basins,
vegetated swales, and hydrodynamic separators to reduce the amount of runoff from the site and
improve water quality. The storm drain system shall be designed to detain water on-site (e.g., via
buried pipes, retention systems or other approved systems and improvements) as necessary to avoid
an increase of the ten percent flood water surface elevation to the satisfaction of the City Engineer.
Any storm water overflows or surface sheeting should be directed away from neighboring private
properties and to the public right of way as much as reasonably possible.
10.UNDERGROUND UTILITIES
Developer shall comply with the requirements of the Underground Utilities Ordinance No. 331 and
other related Ordinances and regulations of the City of Cupertino, and shall coordinate with
affected utility providers for installation of underground utility devices. Developer shallsubmit
detailed plans showing utility underground provisions. Said plans shall be subject to prior approval
of the affected Utility provider and the City Engineer.
11.IMPROVEMENT AGREEMENT
The project developer shall enter into a development agreement with the City of Cupertino
providing for payment of fees, including but not limited to checking and inspection fees, storm
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drain fees, park dedication fees and fees for under grounding of utilities. Said agreement shall be
executed prior to issuance of construction permits.
Fees:
a. Checking & Inspection Fees:$ Per current fee schedule ($2,707 or 5%)
b. Grading Permit: $ Per current fee schedule ($2,542.00 or 6%)
c. Development Maintenance Deposit:$ 1,000.00
d. Storm Drainage Fee:$ TBD
e. Power Cost:**
f. Map Checking Fees:$ Per current fee schedule ($8,213.00)
g. Park Fees:$ Per current fee schedule ($9,000 per unit)
h. Street Tree $338 per tree to be installed by City
**Based on the latest effective PG&E rate schedule approved by the PUC
Bonds:
Faithful Performance Bond: 100% of Off-site and On-site Improvements
Labor & Material Bond: 100% of Off-site and On-site Improvement
On-site Grading Bond: 100% of site improvements.
-The fees described above are imposed based upon the current fee schedule adopted by the City
Council. However, the fees imposed herein may be modified at the time of recordation of a final
map or issuance of a building permit in the event of said change or changes, the fees changed at that
time will reflect the then current fee schedule.
12.TRANSFORMERS
Electrical transformers, telephone cabinets and similar equipment shall be placed in underground
vaults. The developer must receive written approval from both the Public Works Department and
the Community Development Department prior to installation of any above ground equipment.
Should above ground equipment be permitted by the City, equipment and enclosures shall be
screened with fencing and landscaping such that said equipment is not visible from public street
areas, as determined by the Community Development Department. Transformers shall not be
located in the front or side building setback area.
13.WATER BACKFLOW PREVENTERS
Domestic and Fire Water Backflow preventers and similar above ground equipment shall be placed
away from the public right of way and site driveways to a location approved by the Cupertino
Planning Department, Santa Clara County Fire Department and the water company.
14.BEST MANAGEMENT PRACTICES
Utilize Best Management Practices (BMPs), as required by the State Water Resources Control Board,
for construction activity, which disturbs soil. BMP plans shall be included in grading and street
improvement plans.
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15.NPDES CONSTRUCTION GENERAL PERMIT
When and where it is required by the State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB), the developer
must obtain a Notice of Intent (NOI) from the SWRCB, which encompasses preparationof a Storm
Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP), use of construction Best Management Practices (BMPs) to
control storm water runoff quality, and BMP inspection and maintenance.
16.C.3 REQUIREMENTS
C.3 regulated improvements are required for all projects creating and/or replacing 10,000 S.F. or
more of impervious surface (collectively over the entire project site). The developer shall reserve a
minimum of 4% of developable surface area for the placement of low impact development
measures, for storm water treatment, on the tentative map, unless an alternative storm water
treatment plan, that satisfies C.3 requirements, is approved by the City Engineer.
The developer must include the use and maintenance of site design, source control and storm water
treatment Best Management Practices (BMPs), which must be designed per approved numeric
sizing criteria. A Storm Water Management Plan, Storm Water Facilities Easement Agreement,
Storm Water Facilities Operation and Maintenance Agreement, and certification of ongoing
operation and maintenance of treatment BMPs are each required.
All storm water management plans are required to obtain certification from a City approved third
party reviewer.
17.EROSION CONTROL PLAN
Developer must provide an approved erosion control plan by a Registered Civil Engineer. This plan
should include all erosion control measures used to retain materials on site. Erosion control notes
shall be stated on the plans.
18.WORK SCHEDULE
Every 6 months, the developer shall submit a work schedule to the City to show the timetable for all
grading/erosion control work in conjunction with this project.
19.TRAFFIC SIGNS
Traffic control signs shall be placed at locations specified by the City.
20.TRASH ENCLOSURE
The trash enclosure plan must be designed to the satisfaction of the Environmental Programs
Manager. Clearance by the Public Works Department is needed prior to obtaining a building
permit.
21.REFUSE TRUCK ACCESS
Developer must obtain clearance from the Environmental Programs Manager in regards to refuse
truck access for the proposed development.
22.STREET TREES
Street trees shall be planted within the Public Right of Way to the satisfaction of the City Engineer
and shall be of a type approved by the City in accordance with Ordinance No. 125.
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23.FIRE PROTECTION
Fire sprinklers shall be installed in any new construction to the approval of the City.
24.FIRE SAFETY DURING CONSTRUCTION
Developer shall at all times during construction have adequate access to water facilities (temporary
metered access to a fire hydrant, an onsite water tank, water truck, etc.) to aid in immediate fire
suppression.
25.SANTA CLARA COUNTY FIRE DEPARTMENT
A letter of clearance for the project shall be obtained from the Santa Clara County Fire Department
prior to issuance of building permits. Clearance should include written approval of the location of
any proposed Fire Backflow Preventers, Fire Department Connections and Fire Hydrants (typically
Backflow Preventers should be located on private property adjacent to the public right ofway, and
fire department connections must be located within 100’ of a Fire Hydrant).
26.FIRE HYDRANT
Fire hydrants shall be located as required by the City and Santa Clara County Fire Department as
needed.
27.SAN JOSE WATER COMPANY CLEARANCE
Provide San Jose Water Company approval for water connection, service capability and location and
layout of water lines and backflow preventers before issuance of a building permit approval.
28.DEDICATION OF WATERLINES
Developer shall dedicate to the City all water mains andappurtenances installed to City Standards.
The developer shall reach an agreement with San Jose Water Company for water service to the
subject development.
29.DEDICATION OF UNDERGROUND WATER RIGHTS
Developer shall “quit claim” to the City all rights to pump, take or otherwise extract water from the
underground basin or any underground strata in the Santa Clara Valley.
30.SANITARY DISTRICT
A letter of clearance for the project shall be obtained from the Cupertino Sanitary District prior to
issuance of buildingpermits.
31.UTILITY EASEMENTS
Clearance approvals from the agencies with easements on the property (including PG&E, AT&T,
and Water Company, and/or equivalent agencies) will be required prior to issuance of building
permits.
SECTION V: CONDITIONS ADMINISTERED BY THE SANTA CLARA COUNTY FIRE
DEPARTMENT
1.FIRE SPRINKLERS REQUIREDIN RESIDENCES AND DETACHED WORKSPACES
Wildland-Urban Interface: This project is located within the designated Wildland-Urban Interface
Fire Area. The building construction shall comply with the provisions of California Building Code
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(CBC) Chapter 7A. Note that vegetation clearance shall be in compliance with CBC Section
701A.3.2.4 prior to project final approval. Check with the Planning Department for related
Landscape plan requirements.
2.FIRE SPRINKLERSREQUIREDIN RESIDENCES AND DETACHED WORKSPACES
An automatic sprinkler system shall be installed in one-and two-family dwellings(including
detached workspaces)as follows: In all new one-and two-family dwellings and in existing one-and
two-family dwellings when additions are made that increase the building area to more than 3,600
square feet. Exception: A one-time addition to an existing building that does not total more than
1,000 square feet of building area. NOTE: The owner(s), occupant(s), and any contractor(s) or
subcontractor(s) are responsible for consulting with the water purveyor of record in order to
determine if any modification or upgrade of the existing water service is required. NOTE: Covered
porches, patios, balconies, and attic spaces may require fire sprinkler coverage. A State of California
licensed (C-16) Fire Protection Contractor shall submit plans, calculations, a completed permit
application and appropriate fees to this department for review and approval prior to beginning their
work. Sections903.2as adopted in Section 16-40-210of the CMC.
3.WATER SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS
Potable water supplies shall be protected from contamination caused by fire protection water
supplies. It is the responsibility of the applicant and any contractors and subcontractors to contact
the water purveyor supplying the site of such project, and to comply with the requirements of that
purveyor. Such requirements shall be incorporated into the design of any water-based fire
protection system, and/or fire suppression water supply systems or storage containers that may be
physically connected in any manner to an appliance capable of causing contaminationof the potable
water supply of the purveyor of record. Final approval of the system(s) under consideration will not
be granted by this office until compliance with the requirements of the water purveyor of record are
documentedby that purveyor as having been met by the applicant(s). 2010CFC Sec. 903.3.5 and
Health and Safety Code 13114.7.
4.CONSTRUCTION SITE FIRE SAFETY
All construction sites must comply with applicable provisions of the CFC Chapter 33and County
Fire Standard Detail and Specification SI-7.Provide appropriate notations on subsequent plan
submittals, as appropriate to the project. CFC Chp. 33.
5.PREMISES IDENTIFICATION
Approved numbers or addresses shall be placed on all new and existing buildings in such a position
as to be plainly visible and legible from the street or road fronting the property. Numbers shall
contrast with their background. CFC Sec. 505.
SECTION VI: CONDITIONS ADMINISTERED BY THE CUPERTINO SANITARY DISTRICT
1.FEES AND PERMITS
Cupertino Sanitary District Fees and Permits shall be required for the subject improvements.
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2.BACKFLOW DEVICE
An approved backflow device (IAPMO or UPC approved) is required since the lowest finished floor
with plumbing is less than (1’) foot above the rim of the nearest upstream manhole (O.C. 4105). The
backflow device will be inspected to verify existence and serviceability by a District Inspector at the
time of video inspection. District to provide Building Department with written notification upon
completion of inspection (O.C. 5104).
3.PROPERTY LINE CLEANOUT
Install new property line cleanout. Property line cleanout must be within 5 feet of the property line.
Cleanout shall be the same diameter as the street portionof the service lateral. Gravity lateral is 4”
diameter minimum (O.C. 4101).
4.CONNECTION PERMIT
A Cupertino Sanitary District Connection Permit is required for the proposed improvements (O.C.
8100)
5.LATERAL PERMIT
A Cupertino Sanitary District Lateral Permit is required for the proposed improvements (O.C.
8300). Lateral Permit will only be issued to Licensed Underground Contractor registered to work in
the Cupertino Sanitary District. Instructions for Contractor’s registration can be found on the
District’s website under “Contractors.” (O.C. 5100).
6.SEWAGE PUMP
A sewage pump is required unless a CivilEngineercertifiesthat the sewagecan adequately gravity
drain from plumbing fixtures to public sewers. The sewage pump shall not be located within the
crawlspace or basement. Relocate pump outside of structure or within light well or stairwell. The
pump will be inspected by the City of Cupertino and verified by a District Inspector.
7.SANITARY SEWER MANHOLE
Show the upstream sanitary sewer manhole with existing rim and invert elevation, main and lateral
on plans. The streetportion of existing sanitary sewer lateralis to be extended by permit from the
District to the new property line.
8.CLOSED-CIRCUIT VIDEO
Closed-circuit video of the new property line cleanout, point of connection and Districtlateral is
required prior to clearance for City of Cupertino Final Inspection. Owner to call District at least 48
hours prior to video inspection to schedule a District Inspector. District to provide Building
Department with written notification upon completion of inspection (O.C. 5104).
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PASSED AND ADOPTED this 9thday ofJune,2014,Regular Meeting of the Planning Commission of
the Cityof Cupertino, State of California, by the following roll call vote:
AYES:COMMISSIONERS:
NOES:COMMISSIONERS:
ABSTAIN:COMMISSIONERS:
ABSENT:COMMISSIONERS:
ATTEST:APPROVED:
Gary Chao Paul Brophy,Chair
Assist. Director of Community Development Planning Commission
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TR-2014-09
CITY OF CUPERTINO
10300 Torre Avenue
Cupertino, California 95014
DRAFT RESOLUTION
OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF CUPERTINORECOMMENDING
APPROVAL OFA TREE REMOVALPERMIT TO ALLOW THE REMOVAL AND
REPLACEMENT OF THREECOAST LIVE OAKTREESLOCATED AT 10645CORDOVA RD(LOT A)
SECTION I: PROJECT DESCRIPTION
Application No.:TR-2014-09
Applicant:Terry Brown (Osann, K. O’Grady and B. O’Grady lots)
Location:Lot A,10645 Cordova Road APN# 342-22-101
SECTION II: FINDINGSFOR TREE REMOVALPERMIT:
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission of the City of Cupertino received an application for a Tree
RemovalPermitas described in Section I.of this Resolution; and
WHEREAS, the Environmental Review Committee has recommended adoption of a Mitigated Negative
Declaration; and
WHEREAS, the necessary public notices have been given as required by the Procedural Ordinanceof
the City of Cupertino, and the Planning Commission 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 Planning Commission finds as follows with regard to this application:
a)That the trees are irreversibly diseased, are in danger of falling, can cause potential damage to
existing or proposed essential structures, or interferes with private on-site utility services and
cannot be controlled or remedied through reasonable relocation or modification of the structure or
utility services;
The City’s consulting arborist has determined that the trees proposed for removal are all in conflict with the
proposed new buildings and site improvements, and are not suitable for preservation or relocation.
b)That the location of the trees restricts the economic enjoyment of the property by severely limiting
the use of property in a manner not typically experienced by owners of similarly zoned and situated
property, and the applicant has demonstrated to the satisfaction of the approval authority that there
are no reasonable alternatives to preserve the tree(s).
The City’s consulting arborist has determined that the trees proposed for removal are all in conflict with the
proposed new buildings and site improvements, andare not suitable for preservation or relocation.
Draft Resolution TR-2014-09 June 9, 2014
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED:
That after careful consideration ofthe initial study, maps, facts, exhibits, testimony and other evidence
submitted in this matter, subject to the conditions which are enumerated in this Resolution beginning on
PAGE 2thereof,:
AMitigated Negative Declaration (Application no. EA-2014-02) is hereby recommended for adoption;
andthe application for a Tree RemovalPermit, Application no. TR-2014-09is herebyrecommended for
approvalandthat the subconclusions upon which the findings and conditions specified in this resolution
are based and contained in the Public Hearing record concerning Application no. TR-2014-09as set forth
in the Minutes of Planning Commission Meeting of June 9, 2014, and are incorporated by reference as
thoughfully set forth herein.
SECTION III: CONDITIONS ADMINISTERED BY THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPT.
1.APPROVED EXHIBITS
Approval recommendation is based on the plan set received January 29, 2014 consisting of7sheets,
labled 1, L1.0, L2.0, L2.1, L3.0, L3.1and L4.0entitled, “3 Custom Residences, 10645 Cordova Rd.,
Cupertino, CA 95014,” drawn by SSS Designs LLC; except as may be amended by conditions in this
resolution.
2.CONCURRENT APPROVAL CONDITIONS
The conditions of approval contained in file no. EXC-2014-02shall be applicable to this approval.
3.FINAL PLANTING PLAN
The applicant shall plant replacement trees in accordance with the replacement requirements of the
Protected Tree Ordinance. The treesshall be plantedprior to final occupancy of site permits.
The final planting plan shall be reviewed and approved by the Director of Community
Developmentprior to issuance of building permits.The Director of Community Development shall
have the discretion to require additional tree replacements as deemed necessary. An ISA Certified
Arborist shall confirm that the replacement trees were planted properly and according to plan prior
to final occupancy.
4.TREE REPLACEMNETS
The applicant is required to plant three(3) 24” box replacement tree in accordance with the
Protected Tree Ordinance. All replacement trees shall be native species.
3.TREE PROTECTION
The existing trees to remain shall be protected during construction per the City’s Protected Tree
Ordinance (Chapter 14.18 of the municipal code). The City’s standard tree protection measures shall
be listed on the plans, and protective fencing shall be installed around the trees to remain prior to
issuance of building permits.A report ascertaining the good health of these trees shall be provided
prior to issuance offinal occupancy.
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
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submitted data may invalidate an approval by the Community Development Department.
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 attorneys’ 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 9thday ofJune,2014,Regular Meeting of the Planning Commission of
the City of Cupertino, State of California, by the following roll call vote:
AYES:COMMISSIONERS:
NOES:COMMISSIONERS:
ABSTAIN:COMMISSIONERS:
ABSENT:COMMISSIONERS:
ATTEST:APPROVED:
Gary Chao Paul Brophy,Chair
Assist. Director of Community Development Planning Commission
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TR-2014-10
CITY OF CUPERTINO
10300 Torre Avenue
Cupertino, California 95014
DRAFT RESOLUTION
OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF CUPERTINORECOMMENDING
APPROVAL OFA TREE REMOVALPERMIT TO ALLOW THE REMOVAL AND
REPLACEMENT OF FIVECOAST LIVE OAKTREESLOCATED AT 10645CORDOVA RD(LOT B)
SECTION I: PROJECT DESCRIPTION
Application No.:TR-2014-10
Applicant:Terry Brown (Osann, K. O’Grady and B. O’Grady lots)
Location:Lot B, 10645 Cordova Road APN# 342-22-101
SECTION II: FINDINGSFOR TREE REMOVALPERMIT:
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission of the City of Cupertino received an application for a Tree
RemovalPermitas described in Section I.of this Resolution; and
WHEREAS, the Environmental Review Committee has recommended adoption of a Mitigated Negative
Declaration; and
WHEREAS, the necessary public notices have been given as required by the Procedural Ordinanceof
the City of Cupertino, and the Planning Commission 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 Planning Commission finds as follows with regard to this application:
a)That the trees are irreversibly diseased, are in danger of falling, can cause potential damage to
existing or proposed essential structures, or interferes with private on-site utility services and
cannot be controlled or remedied through reasonable relocation or modification of the structure or
utility services;
The City’s consulting arborist has determined that the trees proposed for removal are all in conflict with the
proposed new buildings and site improvements, and are not suitable for preservation or relocation.
b)That the location of the trees restricts the economic enjoyment of the property by severely limiting
the use of property in a manner not typically experienced by owners of similarly zoned and situated
property, and the applicant has demonstrated to the satisfaction of the approval authority that there
are no reasonable alternatives to preserve the tree(s).
The City’s consulting arborist has determined that the trees proposed for removal are all in conflict with the
proposed new buildings and site improvements, andare not suitable for preservation or relocation.
Draft Resolution TR-2014-10 June 9, 2014
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED:
That after careful consideration ofthe initial study, maps, facts, exhibits, testimony and other evidence
submitted in this matter, subject to the conditions which are enumerated in this Resolution beginning on
PAGE 2thereof,:
A Mitigated Negative Declaration (Application no. EA-2014-03) is hereby recommended for adoption;
andthe application for a Tree RemovalPermit, Application no. TR-2014-10is herebyrecommended for
approvalandthat the subconclusions upon which the findingsand conditions specified in this resolution
are based and contained in the Public Hearing record concerning Application no. TR-2014-10as set forth
in the Minutes of Planning Commission Meeting of June 9, 2014, and are incorporated by reference as
though fully set forth herein.
SECTION III: CONDITIONS ADMINISTERED BY THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPT.
1.APPROVED EXHIBITS
Approval recommendation is based on the plan set received January 29, 2014 consisting of7sheets,
labled 1, L1.0, L2.0, L2.1, L3.0, L3.1 and L4.0entitled, “3 Custom Residences, 10645 Cordova Rd.,
Cupertino, CA 95014,” drawn by SSS Designs LLC; except as may be amended by conditions in this
resolution.
2.CONCURRENT APPROVAL CONDITIONS
The conditions of approval contained in file no. EXC-2014-03shall be applicable to this approval.
3.FINAL PLANTING PLAN
The applicant shall plant replacement trees in accordance with the replacement requirements of the
Protected Tree Ordinance. The treesshall be planted prior to final occupancy of site permits.
The final planting plan shall be reviewed and approved by the Director of Community
Developmentprior to issuance of building permits.The Director of Community Development shall
have the discretion to require additional tree replacements as deemed necessary. An ISA Certified
Arborist shall confirm that the replacement trees were planted properly and according to plan prior
to final occupancy.
4.TREE REPLACEMNETS
The applicant is required to plant six(6) 24” box replacement tree in accordance with the Protected
Tree Ordinance. All replacement trees shall be native species.
3.TREE PROTECTION
The existing trees to remain shall be protected during construction per the City’s Protected Tree
Ordinance (Chapter 14.18 of the municipal code). The City’s standard tree protection measures shall
be listed on the plans, and protective fencing shall be installed around the trees to remain prior to
issuance of building permits.A report ascertaining the good health of these trees shall be provided
prior to issuance of final occupancy.
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
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submitted data may invalidate an approval by the Community Development Department.
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 attorneys’ 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 ofa 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 ANDADOPTED this 9thday ofJune,2014,Regular Meeting of the Planning Commission of
the City of Cupertino, State of California, by the following roll call vote:
AYES:COMMISSIONERS:
NOES:COMMISSIONERS:
ABSTAIN:COMMISSIONERS:
ABSENT:COMMISSIONERS:
ATTEST:APPROVED:
Gary Chao Paul Brophy,Chair
Assist. Director of Community Development Planning Commission
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PLANNING COMMISSION STAFF REPORT
Agenda Item No. Agenda Date:June 9, 2014
Applications:U-2014-01, ASA-2014-05
Applicant:Janice Yeh(Little Tree Bilingual Montessori)
Location:20111 Stevens Creek Boulevard(APN316-23-026)
APPLICATION SUMMARY:
1.Conditional Use Permit (U-2014-01)to convert approximately 7,500square of office space at an
existing two-story office building into a day care use.
2.Architecturaland Site Approval (ASA-2014-05) to allow a play area, landscape enhancements,
and associated site improvements for a new day care use at an existing office building.
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends that the Planning Commissionapprove the following:
1.Conditional Use Permit (U-2014-01); and
2.Architectural and Site Approval (ASA-2014-05) in accordance with the draft resolutions.
PROJECT DATA:
General Plan Designation Commercial/Office/Residential
Zoning Designation Heart of the City
Lot Size 78, 400 sq. ft. (1.79 acres)
Building Area 26,083 sq,ft.
Proposed Number of Children and
Staff
125 Children and 12 Staff
Proposed Hours of Operation 7:30am to 6:30pm, Monday through Friday
Project Feature Required Proposal Consistent with City
Ordinance?
Parking
Office 60 61 Yes
Medical 9 9 Yes
Day Care 20 20 Yes
Total 89 90 Yes
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
CITY HALL
10300 TORRE AVENUE •CUPERTINO, CA 95014-3255
(408) 777-3308 • FAX (408) 777-3333
U-2014-01, ASA-2014-05 Little Tree Bilingual Montessori June 9, 2014
BACKGROUND:
Application Request
The applicant, Janice Yeh, representing Little Tree Bilingual Montessoriis requesting a Conditional Use
Permit and an Architectural and Site Approval to convert approximately 7,500 square feet of office space
for classrooms and approximately 6,750 square feet of existing parking lot into a play area for a day care
centerproposedat an existing two-story office building.Since 2009, Little Tree Bilingual Montessori has
been located across the street at 20100 Stevens Creek Boulevardand now they are requesting approval
from the City so they can relocate their operation to the newly proposed location.
Existing Siteand Surroundings
The project site is located along the north side of Stevens Creek Boulevard within the Heart of the City
Specific Plan Area(HOC) between Randy Lane and Blaney Avenue. The site and building weredesigned
and developed as a two-story office building in 1981. To the north of the project site are detached single-
family residential uses; to the south and across Stevens Creek Boulevardare mixed office-residential-
commercialuses; to the west arecommercial and single family residential uses; and to the east are office
uses.See the siteaerial below:
Site Aerial
DISCUSSION:
Daycare UseLimitation InCommercial Districts
According to the HOCSpecific Plan, non-retail uses such as professional offices, daycaresor nurseries
are permitted with a Conditional Use Permitand arephysicallylimited to occupying no more than 25%
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of the total building frontage along Stevens Creek Boulevard and/or 50% of the rear of the building.
This rule was established to ensure that non-commercial uses do not dominate a commercial site and to
also help maintain the overall commercial core experience with in the HOC. The proposed daycare use
is within the required physical envelopeprescribed by the HOC, although the existing building consists
of 100% non-commercial professional office use that predatedthis limitation. The City has in the past
approved similar requests for daycareuses to be established into an existing non-commercial oriented
location or building within the HOC area.
Operational Information
Little Tree Montessoriprovides thefollowing information about their operations (Attachment 2):
No. of students:125(ages 2-6years old)
Child care staff:12
Office hours:7:30am to 6:30pm, Monday through Friday
Outdoor play schedule:8 play times scheduled with 2groups of 24-32 children out atup to30
minutes at a timethroughout the day
Program Number of Students Hours/days of operation
Half Day Preschool 24 9:15a –12:15p, M-F
Full Day Preschool (Early Bird)24 8:00a -5:30p, M-F
Full Day Preschool 33 9:00a –6:00p, M-F
Full Day Toddler 12 9:30a –6:15p, M-F
Kindergarten 24 8:45a –3:00p, M-F
Enrichment Classes 8 Varies (One hour classes), M-F
Traffic and ParkingConsiderations
The existing parking for the site is 122spaces. The proposed 6,750 square foot playgroundlocated along
the western edge of the buildingwill replace 27 spaces. An additionalfivespaces will also be eliminated
to facilitate the new driveway/parking lot connection to the adjacent property to the west. Accordingto
the City’s Parking Ordinance, the daycare center is required to providetwenty (20) parking spaces (1
space per 6.5 children) based on the proposed number of children at the facility. When combined with
the remaining office uses, the total number of parking required for the site is eight-nine (89) spaces. The
trip generation and parking study completed by Hexagon Transportation Consultants(Attachment 4)
concluded that the 90 spaces remaining would provide an adequate amount of parking to serve the
existing tenantsin addition to the proposed daycare parking demand during the anticipated pick-up and
drop-off schedule provided by the applicant. The applicant proposes to improve the rear parking lot and
allnew onsite spaceswillmeet City and ADA requirements. The applicant will be required to provide a
Class I bicycle parking facilityin accordance with the City’s Parking Regulations under Chapter 19.100 of
the Cupertino Municipal Code.
Noise Considerations
A noise study was completed by the City’s Noise Consultant, Environmental Consulting Services
(Attachment 5). Based on the study, the proposed day care activitieswouldcreate intermittent outdoor
noise levels from 50 to 65 dBA at a distance of 35-50 feetfrom voices and children activities.The study
concludes that the giventhe limited schedule of theoutdoor activities and the distance between the
daycare to the adjacent residential, office and commercial uses,the project is not anticipated to generate
significant noise impacts. Potentialnoise impacts from indoors are anticipated tobe negligible due to the
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noise attenuation by the walls and windows of the building.A condition of approval requires the
property owner to implement noise attenuation measures if there are documented ordinance violations in
the future.
Pick-UpandDrop-Off
Drop-off times are scheduled from 8-9:30am and pick-up times are scheduled from 12:15-6:30pm.
Curbside drop-off andpick-up will not be allowed as parents are required to park their vehicles and
walk in with their child to sign in and sign out each day. Given the limited parking area onsite, the
applicant is designating five parking spaces on the west of the building as the designated pick-up and
drop-off area. There will be no drop-off or pick-up on Stevens Creek Boulevard.
Site Improvements
As part of this application, the applicant is proposing to install the following site improvementsto be
consistent with the City’s Parking Ordinance:
Enhanced landscapingalong the north property line that includes the planting offour strawberry
trees.
To match the existing parking lot trees, four Tristania treeswill be placed within the parking lot at
rate of one every five parking spaces.
In order to improve pedestrian circulation and enhance safety, Public Works has requested that the
applicant re-construct the parcel’smain driveway with a standard driveway approach. This will require
the removal of the landscaped median and reduce existing driveway aprons. The applicant will also be
required toremove and repair broken and/or uplifted curbs and gutters, sidewalks and related
structures per Citystandards.
Trash Enclosure
Applicant is providing a new trash enclosure, located along the west property line in therear parking
area. The final trash enclosure design will be reviewed by the Community Development Directorand
Public Worksprior to building permit issuance.
Outdoor PlayArea
State law requires that child carecenters provide outdoor play areas for children. The applicant intends
to meet the State requirement by providing approximately 6,750square feet of play area to the westof
the child care facility, replacing 27 parking spaces. The locationwould enable the children to use the play
area without having to cross the driveway or parking lot.The play area would beapproximately 230 feet
from the single family residential buildingsto the north, and adjacent to the retailbuilding to thewest.
The proposed rear play area will be divided into a 1,350 square foot toddler area and a 5,400 square foot
playground. The total play area will consist of:
Soft rubber play ground surface around the play structure. Asphalt will beused in the remaining
area.
Tables, chairs, two sand boxes, and benches
6-foothigh wrought iron fence on the north, west, and south sides. Access will be provided on the
north and south sides.
A single play structure with a fall height of 4 feet andthe top height being 7 feet.
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Along the west side of the play area, shrubs will be planted (pittosporum tobira variegata -“Japanese Mock
Orange”) to mask the masonry wall of the neighboring retail building. Larger shrubs (pittosporum
tenuifolium (black matipo), Euonymus japonicus (Japanese spindle), and Loropetalum Razzleberri) will be
planted along the southern edge of play area facing Stevens Creek Boulevardalong with various types of
ground cover. These shrubs will be required to be maintained at a level not to exceed the height of the
play area fencing.One ornamental pear tree will also be planted on the Stevens Creek Boulevard
frontage. The screening of the playground and fence is an effort to minimize the visibilityfrom the
public in the interest ofmaintaining the commercial frontage lookalong the thoroughfare.
Reciprocal Driveway Access & Improvements
Currently the project site has recorded reciprocal accesseasements benefiting theadjoining propertiesto
the east and west (recorded as a condition of approval forthe previous use permit for the site-U-1980-
32).However, the connection with the neighboring property to the west (at 20149 Stevens Creek
Boulevard,APN: 316-23-027)was never realizedpending future redevelopment of the neighboring
property. The applicant will be required to construct a driveway that stubs to the west property lineto
facilitate the future connection, when warranted. Any future extension and associated physical
improvements of the other side of the driveway throughthe adjacent property would be predicated
upon the City requiring the adjacent property owner to the west to reciprocate the driveway connection
through a development review process.
The siteplan shows the parking stall realignment, landscaping adjustments, and other site modifications
as a result oftheproposed driveway improvements, including but not limited to the deletion of five
parking stalls.
ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT
The use permitand architectural and site approvalare categorically exemptfrom the California
Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) perthe following Sections:
Section15303(Conversion of Small Structures) of the CEQA Guidelinesbecause it relates to the
conversion of an existing small structure (not exceeding 2,500 square feet) from one use to
another where only minor modifications are made to exterior of the structure.
Section 15332 (In-fill Development Projects) of the CEQA Guidelines because it is consistent with
both general plan policies and zoning designations; is within the city limits and is surrounded by
urban uses; is not recognized as a habitat for endangered or rare species; would not have a
significant impact on traffic, noise, air quality, or water quality; and can be adequately served by
all required utilities and public services.
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: May 5, 2014
Deemedcomplete:May 19, 2014
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Since this project is Categorically Exempt, the City has 60 days (until July 6, 2014) to make a decision on
the project. The Planning Commission’s decision on this project is final unless appealed within 14
calendar days of the decision.
PUBLIC NOTICING & OUTREACH
The following table is a brief summary of the noticing done for this project:
Notice of Public Hearing, Site Notice & Legal Ad Agenda
Site Signage
(14 days prior to the hearing)
Legal ad placed in newspaper
(at least 10 days prior to the hearing)
64 notices mailed to property owners within
300 feet ofthe project site
(10 days prior to the hearing)
Posted on the City's official notice
bulletin board (one week prior to the
hearing)
Posted on the City of Cupertino’s Web
site (one week prior to the hearing)
CONCLUSION
The noise and traffic studies have indicated that the addition of day care center the current location will
not significantly impact the surrounding land uses. The site improvements as proposedby the applicant
are a considerable improvement to the existing conditions of the parking area and are compatible with
other similar office developments along Stevens Creek Boulevard. The existing building was designed
and developed to facilitate non-commercial uses and cannot support retail uses. Staff recommends
approval of therequestsince it is not anticipated to have significant impacts to the neighborhood.
Additionally, all of the findings for approval of the proposed project, consistent with Chapters19.156,
19.168,and19.60 of the Cupertino Municipal Code, canbe made. Please refer to the draft resolution
(Attachment 1)for the detailed explanationon how the project meets the each specific findings.
Prepared by: Gian Paolo Martire,AssistantPlanner
Reviewed by:Approved by:
/s/Gary Chao /s/Aarti Shrivastava
Gary Chao Aarti Shrivastava
Community DevelopmentAssistant Director Community Development Director
ATTACHMENTS:
1-DraftResolution–Use Permit
2-Draft Resolution –Architectural Site Approval
3–Little Tree Montessori Business Plan
4 -Trip Generation and Parking Study
5 –Noise Impact and Mitigation Study
6-Plan set
U-2014-01
CITY OF CUPERTINO
10300 Torre Avenue
Cupertino, California 95014
DRAFT RESOLUTION
OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF CUPERTINO
APPROVING A USE PERMITTO CONVERT APPROXIMATELY 7,500 SQUARE
OF OFFICE SPACE AT AN EXISTING TWO-STORY OFFICE BUILDING INTO A
DAY CARE USE LOCATED AT 20111STEVENS CREEK BOULEVARD
SECTION I: PROJECT DESCRIPTION
Application No.:U-2014-01
Applicant:Janice Yeh (Little Tree Bilingual Montessori)
Property Owner:Trans-Continental Real Estate Investment Corporation
Location:20111 Stevens Creek Boulevard (APN 316-23-026)
SECTION II: FINDINGSFOR USE/PLANNED DEVELOPMENTPERMIT:
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission of the City of Cupertino received an application for a Use Permit
as described in Section I.of this Resolution; and
WHEREAS, the necessary public notices have been given as required by the Procedural Ordinanceof
the City of Cupertino, and the Planning Commission 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 Planning Commission finds as follows with regard to this application:
a)The proposed use, at the proposed location, will not be detrimental or injurious to property or
improvements in the vicinity, and will not be detrimental to the public health, safety, general
welfare, or convenience;
The project is consistent with all aspects of the City’s Ordinance. The siteis sufficiently parked. A traffic
and noise analysis have been prepared confirming that the project will not have any significant traffic and
noise impacts to the surrounding area.
b)The proposed use will be located and conducted in a manner in accord with the Cupertino
Comprehensive General Plan and the purpose of the City’s zoning ordinances, and the purpose of
this title and complies with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).
The proposed project is consistent with the provisions setforth in the Heart of the City Specific Plan.
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NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED:
That after careful consideration of themaps, 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 UsePermit, Application no. U-2014-01is hereby approved,andthat the
subconclusions upon which the findings and conditions specified in this Resolution are based and
contained in the Public Hearing record concerning Application no.U-2014-01as set forth in the Minutes
of Planning Commission Meeting ofJune 9, 2014, and are incorporated by reference as though fully set
forth herein.
SECTION III: CONDITIONS ADMINISTERED BY THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPT.
1.DEVELOPMENT APPROVAL
Approval is granted for a child care facility with acapacityof 125 students. The actual capacity of
children at the facility maybefurtherrestricted based on Fire Department, Building Department, CA
Department of Social Services, CA Department of Education or other relevant agencies
requirements.Appropriate licensing/registration from the Community Care Licensing Department
and/or other relevant County/State agencies shall be obtained prior to commencement of the
operation. Any future modifification or intensification to the project shall require additional City
review and a new Use Permit application.
2.APPROVED EXHIBITS
This approval is based on Exhibits titled “Little Tree Bilingual Montessori” prepared by the
applicant consisting of sevenpages and “Little Tree MontessoriNew Cupertino Campus, 20111
Stevens Creek Boulevard, Suites 130 & 150, Cupertino, CA95014” prepared by Adaptive
Architecture dated May 30, 2014consisting of pages A1.1, A1.1E, A1.2, A2.1, AB-1, and L1, and the
business plan labeled “Little Tree Montessori” consisting of seven pages except as may be amended
by the Conditions contained in this Resolution.
Planning Staff has the ability to approve minor modifications to the business plan as long as the
changes are consistent with any applicable Building and/or Fire Codes (including but not limited to
accessibility, fire safety, and building occupancyand other appropriate agencies).
3.USE PERMIT
The applicant submits this Conditional Use Permit Approvalonly on behalf of Little Tree Bilingual
Montessori business and agrees that it shall expire upon the termination of said business, or the
term of this Conditional Use Permit, which ever comes first.
4.EXPIRY DATE
If the use for which this Conditional Use Permit is granted but is not commenced or is utilized but
ceases or is suspended for one year or more, this permit shall be deemed expired and a new use
permit application must be applied for and obtained.
5.NOISE CONTROL
The outdoor play area schedule shall be limited as indicated in the Business Plan. The noise levels
shallnot exceed those as listed in Chapter 10.48 of the CupertinoMunicipal Code, unless approved
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by special exception by the Noise Control Officer. Theapplicant may have to conduct future tests to
verify they are complying with the ordinance atthe request of the Community Development
Director. The Planning Commission may limitthe number of children allowed in the outside play
yard in the event that the noise levels at the site violate City standard noise levels.
6.ACCESSEASEMENTS
The property owner shall record an appropriate deed restriction and covenant running with the
land, subject to approval of the City Attorney, providing for vehicular easements to adjoining parcel
at 10080 Randy Lane (APN: 316-23-017) to be implemented at such time that the Citycan require the
same of adjacent property owner. The easement shall berecorded prior to final occupancy of site
permits.
In addition, the property owner shall participate in the existing reciprocal ingress/egress covenant
with the adjoining property owner at 20149 Stevens Creek Boulevard(APN: 316-23-027) at such time
in the future the City can require the same of said parcel.
7.RECIPRICOL ACCESSEASEMENT
In addition to maintaining the current recorded recipricol access easements on the property, the
property owner shall record an appropriate deed restriction and covenant running with theland,
subject to approval of the City Attorney, allowing recipricol access along the northern portion ofthe
property for 10080 Randy Lane (APN: 316-23-017) to be implemented at such time that the Citycan
require the same of adjacent property owner. The easement shall berecorded prior to final
occupancy of site permits.
8.CHILDREN PICK-UP AND DROP-OFF PLAN
In order to ensure the safety of children and vehicle movements during the pick-up and drop-off
periods, the applicant shall submit a children pick-up and drop-off plan to the City for review and
approval prior to the release of final occupancy. Such plan shall delineate general
pedestrian/vehicular safety guidelines for parents, appropriate directional signs/parking lot striping
(as needed) and parking lot safety measures to include a traffic safety conductor be present in the
parking lot to monitor and direct all vehicular activities during the following hours of operation:
8:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.
12:00 p.m. to 12:30 p.m.
5:00 p.m. to closing
In the event that the pick-up and drop-off schedule changes, the applicant must submit a revised
plan to the City for approval.
9.RECYCLING OF DEMOLISHED BUILDING MATERIALS
Demolished building materials shall be recycled to the maximum extent possible.
10.UTILITY STRUCTURES
All new utility structures shall be located underground or screened from public view to the
satisfaction of the Planning Division.
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11.SIGNS
Signage is not approved with this use permit application. Signage shall conform to the City Sign
Code and requires a separate sign permit.
12.REVOCATION OF USE PERMIT
The Director may initiate proceedings for revocation of the Use Permit in any case where, in the
judgment of the Director, substantial evidence indicates that the conditions of the conditional use
permit hasnot been implemented, or where the permit is being conducted in a manner detrimental
to the public health, safety, and welfare, in accord with the requirements of Chapter 19.124.
13.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.
SECTION IV: CONDITIONS ADMINISTERED BY THE PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
1.STREET IMPROVEMENTS
In order to improve pedestrian circulation and enhance safety, applicant is required to re-construct
the project’s main driveway with a standard driveway approach. This work will require removal of
landscaped median and reduce existing driveway aprons or flares. Also, remove and repair broken
and/or uplifted curbs and gutters, sidewalks and related structures per City standards as specified
by the City Engineer.
2.DRAINAGE
Demonstrate the proposed playground area will not block existing and future stormwater runoff.
Additional storm inlet may be required. Drainage shall be provided to the satisfaction of the City
Engineer.
3.ENCROACHMENT PERMIT
The project developer shall obtain an encroachment permit with the City of Cupertino providing for
payment of fees, including but not limited to checking and inspection fees, storm drain fees, park
dedication fees, fees for under grounding of utilities, and provide necessary bond for the proposed
street improvements.
-The fees are imposed based upon the current fee schedule adopted by the City Council.
However, the fees imposed herein may be modified at the time of recordation of a final map
or issuance of a building permit. In the event of said change or changes, the fees changed at
that time will reflect the then current fee schedule.
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4.FULL TRASH CAPTURE SYSTEM
The developer will be responsible for installing a full trash capture system/device to capture trash
from the onsite storm drain before the storm water reaches the City owned storm drain system. A
full capture system or device is a single device or series of devices that traps all particles retained by
a 5 mm mesh screen and has a design treatment capacity of not less than the peak flow rate Q
resulting from a one-year, one-hour storm in the sub-drainage area (see the Municipal Regional
Permit section C.10 for further information/requirements).
5.TRASH ENCLOSURES
Atrash enclosure plan must be designed to the satisfaction of the Environmental Programs
Manager. Clearance by the Public Works Department is needed prior to obtaining a building
permit.
6.REFUSE TRUCK ACCESS
Developer shall obtain clearance from the Environmental Programs Manager in regards to refuse
truck access for the proposed development.
7.BEST MANAGEMENT PRACTICES
Utilize Best Management Practices (BMPs), as required by the State Water Resources Control Board,
for construction activity thatdisturbs soil. BMP plans shall be included in grading and street
improvement plans.
8.EROSION CONTROL PLAN
Developer shall provide an approved erosion control plan by a Registered Civil Engineer. This plan
shall include all erosion control measures used to retain materials on site. Erosion control notes
shall be stated on the plans.
9.WORK SCHEDULE
Every 6 months, the developer shall submit a work schedule to the City to show the timetable for all
grading/erosion control work in conjunction with this project.
10.OPERATIONS & MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT
Developer shall enter into an Operations & Maintenance Agreement with the City prior to final
occupancy. The Agreement shall include the operation and maintenance for non-standard
appurtenances in the public road right-of-way that may include, but is not limited to, sidewalk,
pavers, and street lights.
11.FIRE PROTECTION
Fire sprinklers shall be installed in any new construction to the approval of the City.
SANTA CLARA COUNTY FIRE DEPARTMENT
A letter of clearance for the project shall be obtained from the Santa Clara County Fire Department
prior to issuance of building permits. Clearance should include written approval of the location of
any proposed Fire Backflow Preventers, Fire Department Connections and Fire Hydrants (typically
Backflow Preventers should be located on private property adjacent to the public right of way, and
fire department connections must be located within 100’ of a Fire Hydrant).
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12.FIRE HYDRANT
Fire hydrants shall be located as required by the City and Santa Clara County Fire Department as
needed.
13.DEDICATION OF UNDERGROUND WATER RIGHTS
Developer shall “quit claim” to the City all rights to pump, take or otherwise extract water from the
underground basin or any underground strata in the Santa Clara Valley.
14.SANITARY DISTRICT
A letter of clearance for the project shall be obtained from the Cupertino Sanitary District prior to
issuance of building permits.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 9thday ofJune, 2014,Regular Meeting of the Planning Commission of
the City of Cupertino, State of California, by the following roll call vote:
AYES:COMMISSIONERS:
NOES:COMMISSIONERS:
ABSTAIN:COMMISSIONERS:
ABSENT:COMMISSIONERS:
ATTEST:APPROVED:
Gary Chao Paul Brophy, Chair
Assistant Director of Community Development Cupertino Planning Commission
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ASA-2014-05
CITY OF CUPERTINO
10300 Torre Avenue
Cupertino, California 95014
DRAFT RESOLUTION
OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF CUPERTINO
APPROVING ANARCHITECTURAL AND SITE APPROVALPERMITTO ALLOW
AN OUTDOORPLAY AREA, LANDSCAPE ENHANCEMENTS,AND ASSOCIATED
SITE IMPROVEMENTS FOR A NEW DAY CARE USE AT AN EXISTING OFFICE
BUILDINGLOCATED AT 20111 STEVENS CREEK BOULEVARD
SECTION I: PROJECT DESCRIPTION
Application No.:ASA-2014-05
Applicant:Janice Yeh (Little Tree Bilingual Montessori)
Property Owner:Trans-Continental Real Estate Investment Corporation
Location:20111 Stevens Creek Boulevard (APN 316-23-026)
SECTION II: FINDINGSFOR ARCHITECTURAL AND SITE APPROVAL:
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission of the City of Cupertino received an application for an
Architectural and Site Approval 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 Planning Commission 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 Planning Commission finds as follows with regard to this application:
1.The proposal, at the proposed location, will not be detrimental or injurious to property or
improvements in the vicinity, and will not be detrimental to the public health, safety, general
welfare, or convenience;
The project has satisfied all aspects of the City’s Ordinance. The project is sufficiently parked. A traffic and
noise analysis has been prepared confirming that the project will not cause significant impacts to the
surrounding area.
2.The proposal is consistent with the purposes of Chapter 19.134, Architectural and Site Review, of the
Cupertino Municipal Code, the General Plan, any specific plan, zoning ordinances, conditional use
permits, exceptions, subdivision maps or other entitlements to use which regulate the subject
property including, but not limited to, adherence to the following specific criteria:
a)Only minor changes have been proposed to the existing building that do not affect the overall
architectural quality of the building. The project is not proposing to significant alter the exterior
of the existing two-story office building. Only the necessary site and building
modifications/improvements associated with the daycare operation are proposed.
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b)Design harmony between new and existing buildings have been preserved and the materials,
and withthe future character of the neighborhood and purposes of the zone in which it is
situated. The location, height and materials of the proposed site improvements, landscaping
features, and play area fencing harmonize with adjacent developments and are designed to
complement the existing surrounding professional and commercial uses.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED:
That after careful consideration of the initial study,maps, facts, exhibits, testimony and other evidence
submitted in this matter, subject to the conditions which are enumerated in this Resolution beginning on
PAGE 2thereof,:
The application for an Architectural and Site Approval, Application no. ASA-2014-05is hereby approved,
andthat the subconclusions upon which the findings and conditions specified in this Resolution are
based and contained in the Public Hearing record concerning Application no.ASA-2014-05as set forth in
the Minutes of Planning Commission Meeting of June 9, 2014, and are incorporated by reference as
though fully set forth herein.
SECTION III: CONDITIONS ADMINISTERED BY THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPT.
1.APPROVED EXHIBITS
This approval is based on Exhibits titled “Little Tree Bilingual Montessori” prepared by the
applicant consisting of sevenpages and “Little Tree Montessori New Cupertino Campus, 20111
Stevens Creek Boulevard, Suites 130 & 150, Cupertino, CA95014” prepared by Adaptive
Architecture dated May 30, 2014consisting of pages A1.1, A1.1E, A1.2, A2.1, AB-1, and L1, except as
may be amended by the Conditions contained in this Resolution.
Planning Staff has the ability to approve minor modifications to the business plan as long as the
changes are consistent with any applicable Building and/or Fire Codes (including but not limited to
accessibility, fire safety, and building occupancy and other appropriate agencies).
2.PARKING LOT RESTORATION
In the event, Little Tree Bilingual Montessori business terminates, the applicant and/or property
owner shall be required to removal all outdoor apperatuses associated with the daycare operation,
including but not limited to, play structures, fencing, canopies, and/or other pertinent
improvements. The applicant shall be responsible to restore the parking lot to comply with the
City’s Parking Ordinance.
3.UTILITY STRUCTURES
All new utility structures will be required to be located underground or screened from public view.
4.BICYCLE PARKING
The applicant shall provide a Class I bicycle parking facility for the proposed project in accordance
with the City’s Parking Regulations under Chapter 19.100 of the Cupertino Municipal Code.
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5.LANDSCAPE SCREENING
The landscape screeningsolutionalong Stevens Creek Boulevard shall be reviewed and approved
by the Director of Community Development. Consideration shall be given tothe appropriate
planting specie, number, height and location in order to ensure that the landscaping features are
consistentand compatiblewith the business and office environment along Stevens Creek Boulevard
frontage.
6.LANDSCAPE INSTALLATION REPORT
The project is subject to all provisions delineated in the Landscape Ordinance (CMC, Chapter 14.15).
A landscape installation audit shall be conducted by a certified landscape professional after the
landscaping and irrigation system have been installed. The findings of the assessment shall be
consolidated into a landscape installation report.
The landscape installation report shall include, but is not limited to: inspection to confirm that the
landscaping and irrigation system are installed as specified in the landscape and irrigation design
plan, system tune-up, system test with distribution uniformity, reporting overspray or run-off that
causes overland flow, and preparation of an irrigation schedule.
The landscape installation report shall include the followingstatement: “The landscape and
irrigation system have been installed as specified in the landscape and irrigation design plan and
complies with the criteria of the ordinance and the permit.”
7.LANDSCAPE AND IRRIGATION MAINTENANCE
Per the Landscape Ordinance (CMC, Chapter 14.15), a maintenance schedule shall be established
and submitted to the Director of Community Development or his/her designee, either with the
landscape application package, or with the landscape installation report.
a)Schedules should take into account water requirements for the plant establishment period and
water requirements for established landscapes.
b)Maintenance shall include, but not be limited to the following: routine inspection; pressure
testing, adjustment and repair of the irrigation system; aerating and de-thatching turf areas;
replenishing mulch; fertilizing; pruning; replanting of failed plants; weeding; pest control; and
removing obstructions to emission devices.Maintenance shall also include pruning of the screen
shrubs along Stevens Creek Boulevard so as not to exceed the height of the wrought iron fence in
accordance with Condition 5 of this Resolution.
c)Failed plants shall be replaced with the same or functionally equivalent plants that may be size-
adjusted as appropriate for the stage of growth of the overall installation. Failing plants shall
either be replaced or be revived through appropriate adjustments in water, nutrients, pest
control or other factors as recommended by a landscaping professional.
SECTION IV: CONDITIONS ADMINISTERED BY THE PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
1.STREET IMPROVEMENTS
In order to improve pedestrian circulation and enhance safety, applicant is required to re-construct
the project’s main driveway with a standard driveway approach. This work will require removal of
landscaped median and reduce existing driveway aprons or flares. Also, remove and repair broken
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and/or uplifted curbs and gutters, sidewalks and related structures per City standards as specified
by the City Engineer.
2.DRAINAGE
Demonstrate the proposed playground area will not block existing and future stormwater runoff.
Additional storm inlet may be required. Drainage shall be provided to the satisfaction of the City
Engineer.
3.ENCROACHMENT PERMIT
The project developer shall obtain an encroachment permit with the City of Cupertino providing for
payment of fees, including but not limited to checking and inspection fees, storm drain fees, park
dedication fees, fees for under grounding of utilities, and provide necessary bond for the proposed
street improvements.
-The fees are imposed based upon the current fee schedule adopted by the City Council.
However, the fees imposed herein may be modified at the time of recordation of a final map
or issuance of a building permit in the event of said change or changes, the fees changed at
that time will reflect the then current fee schedule.
4.FULL TRASH CAPTURE SYSTEM
The developer will be responsible for installing a full trash capture system/device to capture trash
from the onsite storm drain before the storm water reaches the City owned storm drain system. A
full capture system or device is a single device or series of devices that traps all particles retained by
a 5 mm mesh screen and has a design treatment capacity of not less than the peak flow rate Q
resulting from a one-year, one-hour storm in the sub-drainage area (see the Municipal Regional
Permit section C.10 for further information/requirements).
5.TRASH ENCLOSURES
The trash enclosure plan must be designed to the satisfaction of theEnvironmental Programs
Manager. Clearance by the Public Works Department is needed prior to obtaining a building
permit.
6.REFUSE TRUCK ACCESS
Developer shall must obtain clearance from the Environmental Programs Manager in regards to
refuse truck access for the proposed development.
7.BEST MANAGEMENT PRACTICES
Utilize Best Management Practices (BMPs), as required by the State Water Resources Control Board,
for construction activity, which disturbs soil. BMP plans shall be included in grading and street
improvement plans.
8.EROSION CONTROL PLAN
Developer shall must provide an approved erosion control plan by a Registered Civil Engineer.
This plan should include all erosion control measures used to retain materials on site. Erosion
control notes shall be stated on the plans.
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9.WORK SCHEDULE
Every 6 months, the developer shall submit a work schedule to the City to show the timetable for all
grading/erosion control work in conjunction with this project.
10.OPERATIONS & MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT
Developer shall enter into an Operations & Maintenance Agreement with the City prior to final
occupancy. The Agreement shall include the operation and maintenance for non-standard
appurtenances in the public road right-of-way that may include, but is not limited to, sidewalk,
pavers, and street lights.
11.FIRE PROTECTION
Fire sprinklers shall be installed in any new construction to the approval of the City.
SANTA CLARA COUNTY FIRE DEPARTMENT
A letter of clearance for the project shall be obtained from the Santa Clara County Fire Department
prior to issuance of building permits. Clearance should include written approval of the location of
any proposed Fire Backflow Preventers, Fire Department Connections and Fire Hydrants (typically
Backflow Preventers should be located on private property adjacent to the public right of way, and
fire department connections must be located within 100’ of a Fire Hydrant).
12.FIRE HYDRANT
Fire hydrants shall be located as required by the City and Santa Clara County Fire Department as
needed.
13.DEDICATION OF UNDERGROUND WATER RIGHTS
Developer shall “quit claim” to the City all rights to pump, take or otherwise extract water from the
underground basin or any underground strata in the Santa Clara Valley.
14.SANITARY DISTRICT
A letter of clearance for the project shall be obtained from the Cupertino Sanitary District prior to
issuance of building permits.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 9thday ofJune, 2014, Regular Meeting of the Planning Commission of
the City of Cupertino, State of California, by the followingroll call vote:
AYES:COMMISSIONERS:
NOES:COMMISSIONERS:
ABSTAIN:COMMISSIONERS:
ABSENT:COMMISSIONERS:
ATTEST:APPROVED:
Gary Chao Paul Brophy, Chair
Assistant Director of Community Development Cupertino Planning Commission
TO: Mr. Gian Paolo Martire, City of Cupertino
FROM: Brian Jackson
DATE: May 13, 2014
SUBJECT: Trip Generation and Parking Study for a Proposed Daycare Center at 20111 Stevens
Creek Boulevard
Hexagon Transportation Consultants, Inc. has completed a trip generation and parking study for the
relocation and expansion of an existing daycare center in Cupertino, California. The daycare center is
currently operating at 20100 Stevens Creek Boulevard, directly across the street from the proposed new
site at 20111 Stevens Creek Boulevard. The daycare center plans to move its operation across the street
and expand the size from 105 students to 125 students and 12 staff. The 125-student daycare center would
occupy two vacant suites (Suites 130 and 150) within an existing 26,000 square-foot (s.f.) two-story office
building. All of the remaining suites within the building would remain occupied. The project would replace 27
parking spaces on the west side of the building with a 9,000 s.f. playground. Five additional parking spaces
also would be eliminated due to the reciprocal ingress/egress easement with the adjacent property on the
west that would be constructed as part of the project. Figure 1 shows the proposed site plan.
Project Site Trip Generation
Currently, a site agreement exists for the property that stipulates the overall trip generation of the site is
limited to 16 one-way trips per acre during the peak traffic hours. Based on the size of the project site, this
equates to 28 one-way trips that are permitted. Hexagon counted the trip generation of the existing building
located at 20111 Stevens Creek Boulevard during the AM peak period (7:00 AM – 9:00 AM) and PM peak
period (4:00 PM – 6:00 PM) of traffic on April 24, 2014. Based on the trip generation count data and recent
counts of Stevens Creek Boulevard, the AM peak hour of traffic occurs from 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM, and the
PM peak hour of traffic is from 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM.
According to the count data collected, the office building currently is generating 18 inbound trips and zero
outbound trips during the AM peak hour, and 16 inbound trips and 38 outbound trips during the PM peak
hour. Thus, the existing building already is generating 10 more one-way trips (i.e., outbound trips) during
the PM peak hour than are permitted under the existing site covenant.
At the request of City of Cupertino staff, Hexagon estimated the number of AM and PM peak hour trips that
would be added to the site as a result of the proposed daycare center. We estimated the daycare trip
generation by applying the ITE Trip Generation manual, 9th Edition rates. The estimated trips were added to
the existing trip generation to determine the total number of trips that would be generated by full occupancy
of the building.
Based on the standard ITE rates, the daycare center would be expected to generate 96 new vehicle trips at
the site during the AM peak hour, consisting of 51 inbound trips and 45 outbound trips. During the PM peak
hour, the daycare center would be expected to generate 92 new vehicle trips at the site, with 43 inbound
trips and 49 outbound trips (see Table 1 below). As shown in the table, the proposed daycare center would
generate more one-way trips (inbound and outbound) at the site during both the AM and PM peak hours
than are allowed under the existing site agreement.
Student Loading and Unloading Activities
It is assumed that parents will park their vehicle and walk their child into the daycare facility, since daycares
typically require a signature from parents when dropping off and picking up a child. Thus, a dedicated
student drop-off area within the parking lot would not be necessary for the project.
MEMORANDUM
Mr. Gian Paolo Martire
May 13, 2014
Page 3 of 5
Table 1
Project Trip Generation Estimates
AM Peak HourPM Peak Hour
Pk-HrPk-Hr
Land UseRateInOutTotalRateInOutTotal
Daycare Center 1 125Students0.775145960.73434992
Existing Site Trips 2 18018163854
Total Site Trips with Daycare Center:69451145987146
Notes:
1 Source: "Day Care Center" (Land Use 565) ITE Trip Generation, 9th Edition (fitted curve equations applied).
2 Existing AM and PM peak hour trips based on trip generation counts conducted April 24, 2014.
Size
Parking
With the construction of the playground for the daycare center, the site would provide a total of 90 parking
spaces. According to the counts that were conducted on the site, the number of vehicles (i.e., existing office
employees) that were parked on the site at 5:15 PM was 75 vehicles. It is during this time that the majority
of parents of preschoolers would start arriving to pick up their children from the proposed daycare center. It
is estimated that up to 24 parents would arrive between 5:15 PM and 5:45 PM. Based on the count data, 24
vehicles leave the site between 5:15 PM and 5:45 PM. By 6:00 PM, only 29 vehicles remain on the site.
Based on the counts and the planned daycare center schedule, it is estimated that the site would provide
an adequate amount of parking to serve the existing tenants plus the proposed daycare center parking
demand during the peak drop-off and pick-up periods of the day (see Table 2).
Table 2
Parking Conditions on the Project Site
Time
Total # of
Parking
Spaces with
the Project
Spaces
Occupied by
Existing Tenants
(4/24/14 count)
% of
Spaces
Occupied
# of Spaces
Available for
Daycare Use
# of Parents
& Daycare
Employees That
Need a Space
# of Open
Spaces
Remaining
AM Peak Hour
7:00 AM9033%87087
7:15 AM9033%87087
7:30 AM9033%87384
7:45 AM9044%86383
8:00 AM9078%831370
8:15 AM901213%782454
8:30 AM901921%713041
8:45 AM903438%564610
9:00 AM905561%35323
PM Peak Hour
4:00 PM906673%24717
4:15 PM906673%24717
4:30 PM906876%22715
4:45 PM907583%1578
5:00 PM907988%1174
5:15 PM907583%15132
5:30 PM906673%24195
5:45 PM905157%392514
6:00 PM902932%612833
Parking Demand with the Project (Based on Proposed Daycare Program Schedule)
Mr. Gian Paolo Martire
May 13, 2014
Page 4 of 5
City of Cupertino Parking Code
The City of Cupertino parking code requirement for multi-tenant office uses is 1 parking space per 285
square feet (s.f.) of leasable area. For daycare uses, the City requires that 1 parking space be provided for
every 6.5 students. City staff provided Hexagon with parking demand estimates for the existing occupied
office space and the proposed daycare center. Based on the City’s calculation, the current occupied office
space and proposed daycare center together would require 89 parking spaces. Since the site plan shows
90 parking spaces, the project proposes an adequate amount of parking to serve the site based on the City
of Cupertino’s parking analysis.
Intersection Level of Service Analysis
City staff requested that the signalized intersection of Blaney Avenue and Stevens Creek Boulevard be
evaluated to determine the effect the project would have on the operations of the intersection. The
intersection is subject to the City of Cupertino level of service standard. Level of Service is a qualitative
description of operating conditions ranging from LOS A, or free-flow conditions with little or no delay, to
LOS F, or jammed conditions with excessive delays. The City of Cupertino level of service methodology for
signalized intersections is the 2000 Highway Capacity Manual (HCM) method. This method is applied using
the TRAFFIX software. The 2000 HCM operations method evaluates signalized intersection operations on
the basis of average control delay time for all vehicles at the intersection. The City of Cupertino level of
service standard for signalized intersections is LOS D or better. The correlation between average control
delay and level of service is shown in Table 3.
Table 3
Signalized Intersection Level of Service Based on Average Delay
Source: Transportation Research Board, 2000 Highway Capacity Manual (Washington, D.C., 2000) p10-16.
This level of delay is considered unacceptable by most drivers. This condition
often occurs with oversaturation, that is, when arrival flow rates exceed the
capacity of the intersection. Poor progression and long cycle lengths may
also be major contributing causes of such delay levels.
greater than 80.0F
The influence of congestion becomes more noticeable. Longer delays may
result from some combination of unfavorable signal progression, long cycle
lenghts, or high volume-to-capacity (V/C) ratios. Many vehicles stop and
individual cycle failures are noticeable.
35.1 to 55.0D
This is considered to be the limit of acceptable delay. These high delay
values generally indicate poor signal progression, long cycle lengths, and
high volume-to-capacity (V/C) ratios. Individual cycle failures occur frequently.
55.1 to 80.0E
B
Operations characterized by good signal progression and/or short cycle
lengths. More vehicles stop than with LOS A, causing higher levels of
average vehicle delay.
10.1 to 20.0
Higher delays may result from fair signal progression and/or longer cycle
lengths. Individual cycle failures may begin to appear at this level. The
number of vehicles stopping is significant, though may still pass through the
intersection without stopping.
20.1 to 35.0C
Level of
Service Description
Average Control
Delay Per
Vehicle (sec.)
Signal progression is extremely favorable. Most vehicles arrive during the
green phase and do not stop at all. Short cycle lengths may also contribute
to the very low vehicle delay.
10.0 or lessA
Mr. Gian Paolo Martire
May 13, 2014
Page 5 of 5
The intersection of Blaney Avenue and Stevens Creek Boulevard was evaluated for the following traffic
scenarios:
Scenario 1: Existing Conditions. Existing traffic volumes were obtained from recent traffic counts.
Scenario 2: Existing Plus Project Conditions. Existing plus project traffic volumes were estimated by
adding to existing traffic volumes the net new trips generated by the project.
Scenario 3: Cumulative Conditions. The City of Cupertino provided Hexagon with an updated list of
approved but not yet completed development for use in the cumulative analysis. Using the
list and associated trip generation estimates provided, Hexagon determined the approved
project trips that would travel through the study intersection. A growth factor of 1 % per year
also was applied over a period of 5 years to account for additional traffic that could be
generated by potential future development. Cumulative conditions were evaluated both
without and with the project. The list of approved development is attached as Appendix A.
Since the daycare center already exists (i.e., is already generating trips) and simply plans to relocate
across the street and increase in size by 20 students, the project would generate only a small number of
net new trips. However, in order to account for the potential re-occupancy of the current location with a
similar use (i.e., daycare center), trip credits were not applied. Accordingly, the gross project trips
generated by a 125-student daycare facility were assigned to the surrounding roadway network, specifically
the study intersection of Blaney Avenue and Stevens Creek Boulevard. This conservative approach was
taken at the request of City of Cupertino staff, and presents a worst-case traffic scenario.
As shown below in Table 4, the study intersection would operate at an acceptable LOS D or better under all
traffic scenarios that were evaluated. The level of service analysis shows that the proposed project would
have very little effect on the overall operations of the study intersection. The detailed intersection level of
service calculations are attached as Appendix B.
Table 4
Intersection Levels of Service
ExistingNo Project
PeakAvg.Avg.Incr. InIncr. InAvg.Avg.Incr. InIncr. In
Study IntersectionHourDelayLOSDelayLOSCrit. DelayCrit. V/CDelayLOSDelayLOSCrit. DelayCrit. V/C
Blaney Av & Stevens Creek BlAM 29.8 C30.6C1.10.02030.0C31.0C1.30.020
PM33.8C34.5C0.50.01339.8D41.1D1.50.013
Existing + Project ConditionsWith Project
Cumulative Conditions
Conclusions
Currently, the existing building is generating 10 more one-way trips (outbound trips) during the PM peak
hour than are permitted under the existing site covenant. With the addition of the daycare center, the site
would generate more one-way trips (inbound and outbound) during both the AM and PM peak hours than
are allowed under the existing site agreement.
Based on the City’s calculation using the parking code, the current occupied office space and proposed
daycare center together would require 90 parking spaces. Based on the existing counts and the planned
daycare center schedule, Hexagon estimates that the site would provide an adequate amount of parking to
serve the existing tenants plus the proposed daycare center parking demand during the peak drop-off and
pick-up periods of the day.
The intersection level of service analysis shows that the proposed project would have very little effect on
the overall operations of the signalized intersection of Blaney Avenue and Stevens Creek Boulevard.
Appendix A
Cupertino Approved and Pending Projects
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Appendix B
Intersection Level of Service Calculations
COMPARE Tue May 13 12:06:06 2014 Page 3-1
Traffix 8.0.0715 Copyright (c) 2008 Dowling Associates, Inc. Licensed to Hexagon Trans., San Jose
Little Tree Bilingual Montessori
125 Students
20111 Stevens Creek Bouleverd, Cupertino, CA
Level Of Service Computation Report
2000 HCM Operations (Future Volume Alternative)
AM Existing
Intersection #1: Blaney Av and Stevens Creek Bl
Signal=Protect/Rights=Include
Final Vol:96 60 79***
Lanes:01 0 0 1
Signal=Protect
Signal=Protect
Final Vol: Lanes: Rights=Include Vol Cnt Date:4/23/2014 Rights=Include Lanes: Final Vol:
119***
1
Cycle Time (sec):110
0
46
0
Loss Time (sec):12
1
493 2
Critical V/C:0.549 2 1404***
1
Avg Crit Del (sec/veh):28.0 0
23 0
Avg Delay (sec/veh):29.8 1 87
LOS:C
Lanes:10 0 1 0
Final Vol:103 113*** 97
Signal=Protect/Rights=Include
Approach: North Bound South Bound East Bound West Bound
Movement: L - T - R L - T - R L - T - R L - T - R
------------|---------------||---------------||---------------||---------------|
Min. Green: 7 10 10 7 10 10 7 10 10 7 10 10
Y+R: 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0
------------|---------------||---------------||---------------||---------------|
Volume Module: >> Count Date: 23 Apr 2014 << 8:00-9:00AM
Base Vol: 103 113 97 79 60 96 119 493 23 87 1404 46
Growth Adj: 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
Initial Bse: 103 113 97 79 60 96 119 493 23 87 1404 46
Added Vol: 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
PasserByVol: 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Initial Fut: 103 113 97 79 60 96 119 493 23 87 1404 46
User Adj: 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
PHF Adj: 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
PHF Volume: 103 113 97 79 60 96 119 493 23 87 1404 46
Reduct Vol: 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Reduced Vol: 103 113 97 79 60 96 119 493 23 87 1404 46
PCE Adj: 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
MLF Adj: 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
FinalVolume: 103 113 97 79 60 96 119 493 23 87 1404 46
------------|---------------||---------------||---------------||---------------|
Saturation Flow Module:
Sat/Lane: 1900 1900 1900 1900 1900 1900 1900 1900 1900 1900 1900 1900
Adjustment: 0.92 0.95 0.95 0.92 0.95 0.95 0.92 0.98 0.95 0.92 0.98 0.95
Lanes: 1.00 0.54 0.46 1.00 0.38 0.62 1.00 2.86 0.14 1.00 2.90 0.10
Final Sat.: 1750 969 831 1750 692 1108 1750 5350 250 1750 5422 178
------------|---------------||---------------||---------------||---------------|
Capacity Analysis Module:
Vol/Sat: 0.06 0.12 0.12 0.05 0.09 0.09 0.07 0.09 0.09 0.05 0.26 0.26
Crit Moves: **** **** **** ****
Green Time: 13.4 23.4 23.4 9.1 19.1 19.1 13.6 38.8 38.8 26.8 51.9 51.9
Volume/Cap: 0.48 0.55 0.55 0.55 0.50 0.50 0.55 0.26 0.26 0.20 0.55 0.55
Delay/Veh: 52.8 44.2 44.2 62.7 46.7 46.7 54.9 25.7 25.7 34.2 21.5 21.5
User DelAdj: 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
AdjDel/Veh: 52.8 44.2 44.2 62.7 46.7 46.7 54.9 25.7 25.7 34.2 21.5 21.5
LOS by Move: D- D D E D D D- C C C- C+ C+
HCM2kAvgQ: 4 7 7 4 6 6 5 4 4 2 12 12
Note: Queue reported is the number of cars per lane.
COMPARE Tue May 13 12:06:06 2014 Page 3-2
Traffix 8.0.0715 Copyright (c) 2008 Dowling Associates, Inc. Licensed to Hexagon Trans., San Jose
Little Tree Bilingual Montessori
125 Students
20111 Stevens Creek Bouleverd, Cupertino, CA
Level Of Service Computation Report
2000 HCM Operations (Future Volume Alternative)
AM Existing + Project
Intersection #1: Blaney Av and Stevens Creek Bl
Signal=Protect/Rights=Include
Final Vol:106 60 79***
Lanes:01 0 0 1
Signal=Protect
Signal=Protect
Final Vol: Lanes: Rights=Include Vol Cnt Date:4/23/2014 Rights=Include Lanes: Final Vol:
144***
1
Cycle Time (sec):110
0
46
0
Loss Time (sec):12
1
511 2
Critical V/C:0.569 2 1424***
1
Avg Crit Del (sec/veh):29.1 0
27 0
Avg Delay (sec/veh):30.6 1 87
LOS:C
Lanes:10 0 1 0
Final Vol:108 113*** 97
Signal=Protect/Rights=Include
Approach: North Bound South Bound East Bound West Bound
Movement: L - T - R L - T - R L - T - R L - T - R
------------|---------------||---------------||---------------||---------------|
Min. Green: 7 10 10 7 10 10 7 10 10 7 10 10
Y+R: 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0
------------|---------------||---------------||---------------||---------------|
Volume Module: >> Count Date: 23 Apr 2014 << 8:00-9:00AM
Base Vol: 103 113 97 79 60 96 119 493 23 87 1404 46
Growth Adj: 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
Initial Bse: 103 113 97 79 60 96 119 493 23 87 1404 46
Added Vol: 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
NetProjTrip: 5 0 0 0 0 10 25 18 4 0 20 0
Initial Fut: 108 113 97 79 60 106 144 511 27 87 1424 46
User Adj: 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
PHF Adj: 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
PHF Volume: 108 113 97 79 60 106 144 511 27 87 1424 46
Reduct Vol: 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Reduced Vol: 108 113 97 79 60 106 144 511 27 87 1424 46
PCE Adj: 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
MLF Adj: 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
FinalVolume: 108 113 97 79 60 106 144 511 27 87 1424 46
------------|---------------||---------------||---------------||---------------|
Saturation Flow Module:
Sat/Lane: 1900 1900 1900 1900 1900 1900 1900 1900 1900 1900 1900 1900
Adjustment: 0.92 0.95 0.95 0.92 0.95 0.95 0.92 0.98 0.95 0.92 0.98 0.95
Lanes: 1.00 0.54 0.46 1.00 0.36 0.64 1.00 2.84 0.16 1.00 2.90 0.10
Final Sat.: 1750 969 831 1750 651 1149 1750 5319 281 1750 5425 175
------------|---------------||---------------||---------------||---------------|
Capacity Analysis Module:
Vol/Sat: 0.06 0.12 0.12 0.05 0.09 0.09 0.08 0.10 0.10 0.05 0.26 0.26
Crit Moves: **** **** **** ****
Green Time: 12.8 22.6 22.6 8.7 18.5 18.5 15.9 40.1 40.1 26.6 50.8 50.8
Volume/Cap: 0.53 0.57 0.57 0.57 0.55 0.55 0.57 0.26 0.26 0.21 0.57 0.57
Delay/Veh: 55.4 45.6 45.6 64.6 48.9 48.9 52.8 24.9 24.9 34.4 22.5 22.5
User DelAdj: 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
AdjDel/Veh: 55.4 45.6 45.6 64.6 48.9 48.9 52.8 24.9 24.9 34.4 22.5 22.5
LOS by Move: E+ D D E D D D- C C C- C+ C+
HCM2kAvgQ: 4 7 7 4 6 6 6 4 4 3 13 13
Note: Queue reported is the number of cars per lane.
COMPARE Tue May 13 12:06:06 2014 Page 3-3
Traffix 8.0.0715 Copyright (c) 2008 Dowling Associates, Inc. Licensed to Hexagon Trans., San Jose
Little Tree Bilingual Montessori
125 Students
20111 Stevens Creek Bouleverd, Cupertino, CA
Level Of Service Computation Report
2000 HCM Operations (Future Volume Alternative)
AM Cum No Project
Intersection #1: Blaney Av and Stevens Creek Bl
Signal=Protect/Rights=Include
Final Vol:107 72 84***
Lanes:01 0 0 1
Signal=Protect
Signal=Protect
Final Vol: Lanes: Rights=Include Vol Cnt Date:n/a Rights=Include Lanes: Final Vol:
138***
1
Cycle Time (sec):110
0
49
0
Loss Time (sec):12
1
935 2
Critical V/C:0.695 2 1885***
1
Avg Crit Del (sec/veh):30.1 0
25 0
Avg Delay (sec/veh):30.0 1 109
LOS:C
Lanes:10 0 1 0
Final Vol:116 131*** 134
Signal=Protect/Rights=Include
Approach: North Bound South Bound East Bound West Bound
Movement: L - T - R L - T - R L - T - R L - T - R
------------|---------------||---------------||---------------||---------------|
Min. Green: 7 10 10 7 10 10 7 10 10 7 10 10
Y+R: 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0
------------|---------------||---------------||---------------||---------------|
Volume Module:
Base Vol: 116 131 134 84 72 107 138 935 25 109 1885 49
Growth Adj: 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
Initial Bse: 116 131 134 84 72 107 138 935 25 109 1885 49
Added Vol: 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
PasserByVol: 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Initial Fut: 116 131 134 84 72 107 138 935 25 109 1885 49
User Adj: 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
PHF Adj: 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
PHF Volume: 116 131 134 84 72 107 138 935 25 109 1885 49
Reduct Vol: 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Reduced Vol: 116 131 134 84 72 107 138 935 25 109 1885 49
PCE Adj: 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
MLF Adj: 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
FinalVolume: 116 131 134 84 72 107 138 935 25 109 1885 49
------------|---------------||---------------||---------------||---------------|
Saturation Flow Module:
Sat/Lane: 1900 1900 1900 1900 1900 1900 1900 1900 1900 1900 1900 1900
Adjustment: 0.92 0.95 0.95 0.92 0.95 0.95 0.92 0.98 0.95 0.92 0.98 0.95
Lanes: 1.00 0.49 0.51 1.00 0.40 0.60 1.00 2.92 0.08 1.00 2.92 0.08
Final Sat.: 1750 890 910 1750 724 1076 1750 5454 146 1750 5458 142
------------|---------------||---------------||---------------||---------------|
Capacity Analysis Module:
Vol/Sat: 0.07 0.15 0.15 0.05 0.10 0.10 0.08 0.17 0.17 0.06 0.35 0.35
Crit Moves: **** **** **** ****
Green Time: 12.4 23.3 23.3 7.6 18.5 18.5 12.5 48.9 48.9 18.2 54.6 54.6
Volume/Cap: 0.59 0.70 0.70 0.70 0.59 0.59 0.70 0.39 0.39 0.38 0.70 0.70
Delay/Veh: 58.8 50.1 50.1 78.3 50.4 50.4 65.2 20.9 20.9 44.6 22.7 22.7
User DelAdj: 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
AdjDel/Veh: 58.8 50.1 50.1 78.3 50.4 50.4 65.2 20.9 20.9 44.6 22.7 22.7
LOS by Move: E+ D D E- D D E C+ C+ D C+ C+
HCM2kAvgQ: 5 10 10 4 7 7 6 7 7 4 18 18
Note: Queue reported is the number of cars per lane.
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Traffix 8.0.0715 Copyright (c) 2008 Dowling Associates, Inc. Licensed to Hexagon Trans., San Jose
Little Tree Bilingual Montessori
125 Students
20111 Stevens Creek Bouleverd, Cupertino, CA
Level Of Service Computation Report
2000 HCM Operations (Future Volume Alternative)
AM Cum + Project
Intersection #1: Blaney Av and Stevens Creek Bl
Signal=Protect/Rights=Include
Final Vol:117 72 84***
Lanes:01 0 0 1
Signal=Protect
Signal=Protect
Final Vol: Lanes: Rights=Include Vol Cnt Date:n/a Rights=Include Lanes: Final Vol:
163***
1
Cycle Time (sec):110
0
49
0
Loss Time (sec):12
1
953 2
Critical V/C:0.715 2 1905***
1
Avg Crit Del (sec/veh):31.4 0
29 0
Avg Delay (sec/veh):31.0 1 109
LOS:C
Lanes:10 0 1 0
Final Vol:121 131*** 134
Signal=Protect/Rights=Include
Approach: North Bound South Bound East Bound West Bound
Movement: L - T - R L - T - R L - T - R L - T - R
------------|---------------||---------------||---------------||---------------|
Min. Green: 7 10 10 7 10 10 7 10 10 7 10 10
Y+R: 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0
------------|---------------||---------------||---------------||---------------|
Volume Module:
Base Vol: 116 131 134 84 72 107 138 935 25 109 1885 49
Growth Adj: 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
Initial Bse: 116 131 134 84 72 107 138 935 25 109 1885 49
Added Vol: 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
NetProjTrip: 5 0 0 0 0 10 25 18 4 0 20 0
Initial Fut: 121 131 134 84 72 117 163 953 29 109 1905 49
User Adj: 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
PHF Adj: 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
PHF Volume: 121 131 134 84 72 117 163 953 29 109 1905 49
Reduct Vol: 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Reduced Vol: 121 131 134 84 72 117 163 953 29 109 1905 49
PCE Adj: 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
MLF Adj: 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
FinalVolume: 121 131 134 84 72 117 163 953 29 109 1905 49
------------|---------------||---------------||---------------||---------------|
Saturation Flow Module:
Sat/Lane: 1900 1900 1900 1900 1900 1900 1900 1900 1900 1900 1900 1900
Adjustment: 0.92 0.95 0.95 0.92 0.95 0.95 0.92 0.98 0.95 0.92 0.98 0.95
Lanes: 1.00 0.49 0.51 1.00 0.38 0.62 1.00 2.91 0.09 1.00 2.92 0.08
Final Sat.: 1750 890 910 1750 686 1114 1750 5434 165 1750 5459 140
------------|---------------||---------------||---------------||---------------|
Capacity Analysis Module:
Vol/Sat: 0.07 0.15 0.15 0.05 0.11 0.11 0.09 0.18 0.18 0.06 0.35 0.35
Crit Moves: **** **** **** ****
Green Time: 11.9 22.6 22.6 7.4 18.1 18.1 14.3 49.9 49.9 18.1 53.7 53.7
Volume/Cap: 0.64 0.72 0.72 0.72 0.64 0.64 0.72 0.39 0.39 0.38 0.72 0.72
Delay/Veh: 62.3 51.9 51.9 81.3 53.0 53.0 63.4 20.4 20.4 44.7 23.8 23.8
User DelAdj: 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
AdjDel/Veh: 62.3 51.9 51.9 81.3 53.0 53.0 63.4 20.4 20.4 44.7 23.8 23.8
LOS by Move: E D- D- F D- D- E C+ C+ D C C
HCM2kAvgQ: 5 10 10 5 7 7 7 7 7 4 19 19
Note: Queue reported is the number of cars per lane.
COMPARE Tue May 13 12:06:57 2014 Page 3-1
Traffix 8.0.0715 Copyright (c) 2008 Dowling Associates, Inc. Licensed to Hexagon Trans., San Jose
Little Tree Bilingual Montessori
125 Students
20111 Stevens Creek Bouleverd, Cupertino, CA
Level Of Service Computation Report
2000 HCM Operations (Future Volume Alternative)
PM Existing
Intersection #1: Blaney Av and Stevens Creek Bl
Signal=Protect/Rights=Include
Final Vol:100 207*** 139
Lanes:01 0 0 1
Signal=Protect
Signal=Protect
Final Vol: Lanes: Rights=Include Vol Cnt Date:4/23/2014 Rights=Include Lanes: Final Vol:
129
1
Cycle Time (sec):110
0
73
0
Loss Time (sec):12
1
1648*** 2
Critical V/C:0.711 2 1006
1
Avg Crit Del (sec/veh):34.8 0
73 0
Avg Delay (sec/veh):33.8 1 214***
LOS:C-
Lanes:10 0 1 0
Final Vol:58*** 83 128
Signal=Protect/Rights=Include
Approach: North Bound South Bound East Bound West Bound
Movement: L - T - R L - T - R L - T - R L - T - R
------------|---------------||---------------||---------------||---------------|
Min. Green: 7 10 10 7 10 10 7 10 10 7 10 10
Y+R: 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0
------------|---------------||---------------||---------------||---------------|
Volume Module: >> Count Date: 23 Apr 2014 << 5:00-6:00pm
Base Vol: 58 83 128 139 207 100 129 1648 73 214 1006 73
Growth Adj: 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
Initial Bse: 58 83 128 139 207 100 129 1648 73 214 1006 73
Added Vol: 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
PasserByVol: 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Initial Fut: 58 83 128 139 207 100 129 1648 73 214 1006 73
User Adj: 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
PHF Adj: 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
PHF Volume: 58 83 128 139 207 100 129 1648 73 214 1006 73
Reduct Vol: 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Reduced Vol: 58 83 128 139 207 100 129 1648 73 214 1006 73
PCE Adj: 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
MLF Adj: 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
FinalVolume: 58 83 128 139 207 100 129 1648 73 214 1006 73
------------|---------------||---------------||---------------||---------------|
Saturation Flow Module:
Sat/Lane: 1900 1900 1900 1900 1900 1900 1900 1900 1900 1900 1900 1900
Adjustment: 0.92 0.95 0.95 0.92 0.95 0.95 0.92 0.98 0.95 0.92 0.99 0.95
Lanes: 1.00 0.39 0.61 1.00 0.67 0.33 1.00 2.87 0.13 1.00 2.79 0.21
Final Sat.: 1750 708 1092 1750 1214 586 1750 5362 238 1750 5221 379
------------|---------------||---------------||---------------||---------------|
Capacity Analysis Module:
Vol/Sat: 0.03 0.12 0.12 0.08 0.17 0.17 0.07 0.31 0.31 0.12 0.19 0.19
Crit Moves: **** **** **** ****
Green Time: 7.0 19.6 19.6 13.3 25.9 25.9 18.0 46.6 46.6 18.5 47.1 47.1
Volume/Cap: 0.52 0.66 0.66 0.66 0.73 0.73 0.45 0.73 0.73 0.73 0.45 0.45
Delay/Veh: 66.2 52.2 52.2 61.2 49.2 49.2 46.5 28.4 28.4 57.8 22.9 22.9
User DelAdj: 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
AdjDel/Veh: 66.2 52.2 52.2 61.2 49.2 49.2 46.5 28.4 28.4 57.8 22.9 22.9
LOS by Move: E D- D- E D D D C C E+ C+ C+
HCM2kAvgQ: 3 8 8 6 11 11 5 17 17 8 9 9
Note: Queue reported is the number of cars per lane.
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125 Students
20111 Stevens Creek Bouleverd, Cupertino, CA
Level Of Service Computation Report
2000 HCM Operations (Future Volume Alternative)
PM Existing + Project
Intersection #1: Blaney Av and Stevens Creek Bl
Signal=Protect/Rights=Include
Final Vol:109 207*** 139
Lanes:01 0 0 1
Signal=Protect
Signal=Protect
Final Vol: Lanes: Rights=Include Vol Cnt Date:4/23/2014 Rights=Include Lanes: Final Vol:
152
1
Cycle Time (sec):110
0
73
0
Loss Time (sec):12
1
1667*** 2
Critical V/C:0.724 2 1023
1
Avg Crit Del (sec/veh):35.3 0
78 0
Avg Delay (sec/veh):34.5 1 214***
LOS:C-
Lanes:10 0 1 0
Final Vol:62*** 83 128
Signal=Protect/Rights=Include
Approach: North Bound South Bound East Bound West Bound
Movement: L - T - R L - T - R L - T - R L - T - R
------------|---------------||---------------||---------------||---------------|
Min. Green: 7 10 10 7 10 10 7 10 10 7 10 10
Y+R: 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0
------------|---------------||---------------||---------------||---------------|
Volume Module: >> Count Date: 23 Apr 2014 << 5:00-6:00pm
Base Vol: 58 83 128 139 207 100 129 1648 73 214 1006 73
Growth Adj: 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
Initial Bse: 58 83 128 139 207 100 129 1648 73 214 1006 73
Added Vol: 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
NetProjTrip: 4 0 0 0 0 9 23 19 5 0 17 0
Initial Fut: 62 83 128 139 207 109 152 1667 78 214 1023 73
User Adj: 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
PHF Adj: 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
PHF Volume: 62 83 128 139 207 109 152 1667 78 214 1023 73
Reduct Vol: 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Reduced Vol: 62 83 128 139 207 109 152 1667 78 214 1023 73
PCE Adj: 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
MLF Adj: 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
FinalVolume: 62 83 128 139 207 109 152 1667 78 214 1023 73
------------|---------------||---------------||---------------||---------------|
Saturation Flow Module:
Sat/Lane: 1900 1900 1900 1900 1900 1900 1900 1900 1900 1900 1900 1900
Adjustment: 0.92 0.95 0.95 0.92 0.95 0.95 0.92 0.98 0.95 0.92 0.98 0.95
Lanes: 1.00 0.39 0.61 1.00 0.66 0.34 1.00 2.86 0.14 1.00 2.79 0.21
Final Sat.: 1750 708 1092 1750 1179 621 1750 5349 250 1750 5227 373
------------|---------------||---------------||---------------||---------------|
Capacity Analysis Module:
Vol/Sat: 0.04 0.12 0.12 0.08 0.18 0.18 0.09 0.31 0.31 0.12 0.20 0.20
Crit Moves: **** **** **** ****
Green Time: 7.0 19.8 19.8 13.4 26.2 26.2 19.9 46.5 46.5 18.3 44.9 44.9
Volume/Cap: 0.56 0.65 0.65 0.65 0.74 0.74 0.48 0.74 0.74 0.74 0.48 0.48
Delay/Veh: 68.6 51.7 51.7 60.5 49.5 49.5 45.5 28.7 28.7 58.9 24.7 24.7
User DelAdj: 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
AdjDel/Veh: 68.6 51.7 51.7 60.5 49.5 49.5 45.5 28.7 28.7 58.9 24.7 24.7
LOS by Move: E D- D- E D D D C C E+ C C
HCM2kAvgQ: 3 8 8 6 12 12 5 18 18 8 9 9
Note: Queue reported is the number of cars per lane.
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Little Tree Bilingual Montessori
125 Students
20111 Stevens Creek Bouleverd, Cupertino, CA
Level Of Service Computation Report
2000 HCM Operations (Future Volume Alternative)
PM Cum No Project
Intersection #1: Blaney Av and Stevens Creek Bl
Signal=Protect/Rights=Include
Final Vol:108 232*** 149
Lanes:01 0 0 1
Signal=Protect
Signal=Protect
Final Vol: Lanes: Rights=Include Vol Cnt Date:n/a Rights=Include Lanes: Final Vol:
141
1
Cycle Time (sec):110
0
80
0
Loss Time (sec):12
1
2245*** 2
Critical V/C:0.900 2 1706
1
Avg Crit Del (sec/veh):45.0 0
80 0
Avg Delay (sec/veh):39.8 1 281***
LOS:D
Lanes:10 0 1 0
Final Vol:65*** 93 162
Signal=Protect/Rights=Include
Approach: North Bound South Bound East Bound West Bound
Movement: L - T - R L - T - R L - T - R L - T - R
------------|---------------||---------------||---------------||---------------|
Min. Green: 7 10 10 7 10 10 7 10 10 7 10 10
Y+R: 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0
------------|---------------||---------------||---------------||---------------|
Volume Module:
Base Vol: 65 93 162 149 232 108 141 2245 80 281 1706 80
Growth Adj: 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
Initial Bse: 65 93 162 149 232 108 141 2245 80 281 1706 80
Added Vol: 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
PasserByVol: 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Initial Fut: 65 93 162 149 232 108 141 2245 80 281 1706 80
User Adj: 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
PHF Adj: 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
PHF Volume: 65 93 162 149 232 108 141 2245 80 281 1706 80
Reduct Vol: 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Reduced Vol: 65 93 162 149 232 108 141 2245 80 281 1706 80
PCE Adj: 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
MLF Adj: 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
FinalVolume: 65 93 162 149 232 108 141 2245 80 281 1706 80
------------|---------------||---------------||---------------||---------------|
Saturation Flow Module:
Sat/Lane: 1900 1900 1900 1900 1900 1900 1900 1900 1900 1900 1900 1900
Adjustment: 0.92 0.95 0.95 0.92 0.95 0.95 0.92 0.98 0.95 0.92 0.98 0.95
Lanes: 1.00 0.36 0.64 1.00 0.68 0.32 1.00 2.89 0.11 1.00 2.86 0.14
Final Sat.: 1750 656 1144 1750 1228 572 1750 5407 193 1750 5349 251
------------|---------------||---------------||---------------||---------------|
Capacity Analysis Module:
Vol/Sat: 0.04 0.14 0.14 0.09 0.19 0.19 0.08 0.42 0.42 0.16 0.32 0.32
Crit Moves: **** **** **** ****
Green Time: 7.0 18.4 18.4 11.1 22.5 22.5 13.8 49.4 49.4 19.1 54.7 54.7
Volume/Cap: 0.58 0.85 0.85 0.85 0.92 0.92 0.64 0.92 0.92 0.92 0.64 0.64
Delay/Veh: 70.5 68.8 68.8 85.4 74.1 74.1 59.2 35.7 35.7 80.2 21.6 21.6
User DelAdj: 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
AdjDel/Veh: 70.5 68.8 68.8 85.4 74.1 74.1 59.2 35.7 35.7 80.2 21.6 21.6
LOS by Move: E E E F E E E+ D+ D+ F C+ C+
HCM2kAvgQ: 3 11 11 8 16 16 6 29 29 13 16 16
Note: Queue reported is the number of cars per lane.
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20111 Stevens Creek Bouleverd, Cupertino, CA
Level Of Service Computation Report
2000 HCM Operations (Future Volume Alternative)
PM Cum + Project
Intersection #1: Blaney Av and Stevens Creek Bl
Signal=Protect/Rights=Include
Final Vol:117 232*** 149
Lanes:01 0 0 1
Signal=Protect
Signal=Protect
Final Vol: Lanes: Rights=Include Vol Cnt Date:n/a Rights=Include Lanes: Final Vol:
164
1
Cycle Time (sec):110
0
80
0
Loss Time (sec):12
1
2264*** 2
Critical V/C:0.913 2 1723
1
Avg Crit Del (sec/veh):46.4 0
85 0
Avg Delay (sec/veh):41.1 1 281***
LOS:D
Lanes:10 0 1 0
Final Vol:69*** 93 162
Signal=Protect/Rights=Include
Approach: North Bound South Bound East Bound West Bound
Movement: L - T - R L - T - R L - T - R L - T - R
------------|---------------||---------------||---------------||---------------|
Min. Green: 7 10 10 7 10 10 7 10 10 7 10 10
Y+R: 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0
------------|---------------||---------------||---------------||---------------|
Volume Module:
Base Vol: 65 93 162 149 232 108 141 2245 80 281 1706 80
Growth Adj: 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
Initial Bse: 65 93 162 149 232 108 141 2245 80 281 1706 80
Added Vol: 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
NetProjTrip: 4 0 0 0 0 9 23 19 5 0 17 0
Initial Fut: 69 93 162 149 232 117 164 2264 85 281 1723 80
User Adj: 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
PHF Adj: 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
PHF Volume: 69 93 162 149 232 117 164 2264 85 281 1723 80
Reduct Vol: 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Reduced Vol: 69 93 162 149 232 117 164 2264 85 281 1723 80
PCE Adj: 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
MLF Adj: 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
FinalVolume: 69 93 162 149 232 117 164 2264 85 281 1723 80
------------|---------------||---------------||---------------||---------------|
Saturation Flow Module:
Sat/Lane: 1900 1900 1900 1900 1900 1900 1900 1900 1900 1900 1900 1900
Adjustment: 0.92 0.95 0.95 0.92 0.95 0.95 0.92 0.98 0.95 0.92 0.98 0.95
Lanes: 1.00 0.36 0.64 1.00 0.66 0.34 1.00 2.89 0.11 1.00 2.86 0.14
Final Sat.: 1750 656 1144 1750 1197 603 1750 5397 203 1750 5351 248
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Capacity Analysis Module:
Vol/Sat: 0.04 0.14 0.14 0.09 0.19 0.19 0.09 0.42 0.42 0.16 0.32 0.32
Crit Moves: **** **** **** ****
Green Time: 7.0 18.6 18.6 11.2 22.8 22.8 15.4 49.3 49.3 18.9 52.8 52.8
Volume/Cap: 0.62 0.84 0.84 0.84 0.94 0.94 0.67 0.94 0.94 0.94 0.67 0.67
Delay/Veh: 73.4 67.3 67.3 83.7 75.7 75.7 58.6 37.0 37.0 82.7 23.3 23.3
User DelAdj: 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
AdjDel/Veh: 73.4 67.3 67.3 83.7 75.7 75.7 58.6 37.0 37.0 82.7 23.3 23.3
LOS by Move: E E E F E- E- E+ D+ D+ F C C
HCM2kAvgQ: 4 11 11 8 16 16 7 30 30 13 17 17
Note: Queue reported is the number of cars per lane.
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April 22, 2014
Mr. Gian Paolo Martire
Assistant Planner
Cupertino Community Development Department
10300 Torre Avenue
Cupertino, CA 95014
Re: Noise Impact and Mitigation Study for Little Tree Montessori Preschool Project, 20111 Stevens
Creek Blvd, Cupertino
Dear Mr. Martire,
In response to your request I have evaluated the potential noise impacts that could be produced at
nearby sensitive receptors by the proposed subject redevelopment of a portion of the existing 2-story
commercial property at 20111 Stevens Creek Blvd. in Cupertino. The report discusses the present
environment, the proposed project and its associated noise-related aspects, the potential new activities and
operational noise impacts on the nearest receptors in the area, and compliance with Cupertino noise
guidelines.
Project Description [1] [2]
The Little Tree Montessori Preschool Project of Cupertino proposes to provide weekday daytime care
for toddler and preschool-age kids on the subject site. The Little Tree Montessori Preschool proposes to
redevelop several first-floor rooms equaling approximately 7200 square feet of the existing building for child
care activities and administrative space, plus constructing an 6750 square foot outdoor play area in the
existing parking lot on the west side of the building.
The property is zoned for commercial and school-type uses. Internal modifications would be made to
the building for Little Tree Montessori Preschool use, as well as constructing an outdoor playground area in
the present parking lot. The surface of the play area will be rubber, with two climbing structures, as well as
tricycles and other typical play equipment. Paved parking for supporting Little Tree vehicles is available
adjacent to the building, which would be shared with the other tenants of the building.
The facility would accommodate 130 kids and a staff of 12, on a normal workday schedule of hours
(8:00 am to 6:00 pm) Monday through Friday. No holiday or weekend activities are planned on site. A
maximum of 3-4 evening events in the classrooms could be held annually, which would end by 9 pm. Inside
activities would include typical educational, creative and play activities in specially-designed rooms for the
age range served. During the 30-minute class outdoor play periods throughout the day there would be at
least two staff personnel at all times.
Sensitive Receptor Locations
The project area is a mixed residential and commercial neighborhood on the north side of Stevens
Creek Boulevard east of Randy Lane. The nearest sensitive receptor locations for noise generated by the
project include several single-family residential properties on Wheaton Drive along the north property line of
the project. Other types of uses in the area are commercial in nature and are not considered sensitive,
such as small business offices. The other tenants sharing the building represent additional potential
sensitive receptors for noise transmitted within the building. Vehicle access to the project would be from
Stevens Creek Boulevard, as at present.
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This study investigates the extent to which the adjacent residences or building tenants could be
impacted by noise from Little Tree Montessori Preschool activities. The various potential noise impacts are
discussed in the following sections.
Ambient Noise Levels and Noise Sources in the Area
The primary source of ambient noise at the project site is traffic on Stevens Creek Boulevard, a major
arterial bounding the project site on the south side. Typical vehicle passby noise levels are in the 50-60
dBA range at 100 feet. Trucks, buses, motorcycles, and poorly-muffled vehicles produce peak levels 5 to 15
dBA higher on passby. Large and small aircraft and helicopter overflights create infrequent noise incidents
of 55 to 65 dBA. Other than typical sporadic neighborhood activities such as garbage pickup, there are no
other notable noise sources in the project area.
Field noise measurements were made during the morning period of April 11, 2014 with a CEL-440
Precision Noise Meter and Analyzer, calibrated with a B & K Model 4230 Sound Level Calibrator.
Measurement locations were chosen to represent the site and key receptor locations, as described below:
Location 1 – north property line adjacent to the residences on Wheaton Drive, approximately 220
feet from the planned playground area
Location 2 – near the planned south edge of the playground area, about 90 feet from Stevens
Creek Boulevard
Noise levels were measured and are reported using percentile noise descriptors, as follows: L90
(the background noise level exceeded 90 % of the time), L50 (the median noise level exceeded 50% of the
time), L1 (the peak level exceeded 1% of the time), and Leq (the average energy-equivalent noise level).
Measured noise levels are presented in Exhibit 1 below. The DNL/Ldn noise levels were computed as the
long-term average of the Leq using the daily traffic distribution in the area, with standard weighted penalties
for the nighttime hours, and modeled with an enhanced version of the National Cooperative Highway
Research Board traffic noise model [4].
EXHIBIT 1
AMBIENT NOISE LEVELS (dBA)
Little Tree Montessori Preschool area, 20111 Stevens Creek Boulevard, Cupertino
Location L90 L50 Leq L1 Ldn
1. north property line near residences 42 47 47.5 54 45
2. south edge of playground area 52 58 59.5 69 56
Traffic is the dominant noise source near the project site, with noise levels at any location in the area
depending upon volume, speed and distance to the nearest traffic. Location 1 is adjacent to the parking lot
and the residences behind, so it is some distance from direct traffic noise except the low speed and low
volume parking lot traffic, and thus has overall low noise levels. Location 2 is near the south boundary of
the planned play area beside the building, about 90 feet from the nearest lane of Stevens Creek Blvd. At
both locations the L90 background noise level is a result of the moderate-volume traffic on Blaney and I-280
several blocks north. During morning and evening periods when temperatures are lower and humidity
higher, noise is transmitted more efficiently, and noise levels from I-280 are often higher by 5-8 dB.
Relevant Cupertino Noise Ordinance Limits [3]
Section 10.48.040 of the Cupertino Noise Ordinance applies to this project, which limits noise during
daytime hours (7 am to 8 pm) produced by sources adjacent to a residential property to 60 dBA, or by
sources adjacent to commercial property to 65 dBA. Note that there are no outdoor project-related activities
during night time periods, when City noise limits are more restrictive. In addition, brief daytime noise
incidents on the site would be allowed somewhat higher noise levels by Ordinance section 10.48.050. For
example, noise incidents that last less than 15 minutes during any two hour period are allowed to be 5 dB
higher than long-term general limits.
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Potential Little Tree Montessori Preschool Noise Impacts
Outdoor playground activities
All potentially noisy outdoor activities would occur in the playground area adjacent to the building on
the west side of the building. Two large climbing play structures are planned on a rubberized surface
enclosed within a fence. The potential noise impacts from outdoor activities are described in the following
paragraphs.
Between 10:00 am and 5:15 pm there could be between 24 and a maximum of 32 kids at a time
playing outside in scheduled periods. Full-day preschool kids have two outdoor play periods of about 30
minutes each day. Half-day preschool kids have only one period outside. Outdoor activities would include
climbing on the play structure, riding tricycles, participation in group games with balls, and other typical
outdoor play activities. All of the noise would be from sporadic voices of kids and staff members. Activities
of this type can create intermittent brief noise from voices of 50 to 65 dBA at a distance of 35-50 feet.
The residences along the north property line are approximately 220 feet from the playground area, so
maximum playground noise levels would be in the 30 to 40 dBA range in the adjacent yards, partially
protected by six-foot or eight-foot property line walls. Noise levels at second floor levels in one residence,
unprotected by property line walls, would be several dB higher in these locations. However, even the
second floor noise levels from playground voices are at or below ambient traffic noise levels and
significantly below the Cupertino Noise Ordinance limits.
Activities inside the building
Little Tree Montessori Preschool activities inside the building in the classrooms can include reading,
art, music, and other teaching and discussion activities. Noise impacts from these inside activities would be
negligible because of noise attenuation by the high-quality party walls and floor/ceiling assemblies dividing
the spaces within the building. Also, many of the classroom noise generated would be voices similar in
noise characteristics to activities by previous commercial tenants. All noise transmission through the party
walls and floor/ceiling assemblies would be reduced 40-50 dBA, so there would be no significant noise
disturbance from the new activities on existing tenants.
Noise Levels on the Playground
As shown in Exhibit 1, noise levels on the playground from traffic would be between 60 and 70 dBA at
least half the time, with an Leq average level of about 60 dBA. While this is not a damaging noise level, it is
difficult for normal conversation and is not a pleasant environment for the kids at play. For this reason, a
solid fence eight feet high along the sound boundary of the playground area is recommended, to reduce the
noise level by 6-8 dB and provide a more pleasing outdoor environment. The wall can be constructed of
any solid material, with no cracks between elements or at ground level, such as a combination of ¾“ wood,
3/16” shatterproof glass, or 1/2” Plexiglas.
Conclusions and Summary
Overall ambient noise levels in the project area now are established primarily by traffic on nearby
streets, and this will continue to be the dominant noise source in the area in the foreseeable future. The
primary noticeable noise would be intermittent and brief voices from young children in the playground area
beside the building. With the informal type of play activities, the age of the kids and the distances involved,
these noise incidents would not be noticeable in adjacent areas, would be within the City Noise Ordinance
limits, and would not be expected to create any noise impacts in adjacent residential areas. And to provide
a quieter environment for outdoor play, a solid fence/wall along the south playground boundary is
recommended.
If I may be of further assistance on this project, please do not hesitate to contact me.
Respectfully submitted,
Stan Shelly
H. Stanton Shelly
Acoustical Consultant
Board Certified Member (1982)
Institute of Noise Control Engineering
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REFERENCES
1. Project drawings: A1.1 - Site Plan and A2.1 - Floor Plan, Little Tree Montessori New Cupertino
Campus, 20100 Stevens Creek Blvd, Cupertino, Adaptive Architecture, Cupertino, CA.
2. Operational classroom information sheets “Daily Schedule”, and school activity descriptions for Little
Tree Montessori, Janice Yeh, Project Architect, April 2014.
3. Noise Ordinance, Municipal Code Section 10.48, Noise levels for residential and commercial zones;
City of Cupertino.
4. Highway Noise - A Design Guide for Highway Engineers, National Cooperative Highway Research
Program Report 117, Highway Research Board, National Academy of Sciences, Washington, D.C.,
1971 (model enhanced and field validated by ECS).