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May 13th, 1985ASAC-371 SUMMARY MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE ARCHITECTURAL AND SITE APPROVAL COMMITTEE OF MAY 13. 1985- MEETING HELD IN THE CONFERENCE ROOM 106 OF CITY HALL, CUPERTINO, CALIFORNIA 95014. The Meeting was called to order, at 7200 p.m. by Chairman Miller who led the PledQe of Allegiance. ROLL CALLg Presentz Committee Members Chapman, Jackson, Mann, and Chairman Miller Absent-. Committee Member Nobel Staff Presentz Steve Piasecki, Associate Planner There were no items placed on the the Consent Calendar- Note-. item Number 7 was moved up to be discussed in cph,j,unction with Item Number 2, as the applicant (for item Number '7)had a subsequent discussion scheduled for the Planning Commission meeting the same night. NEW BUSINESSg Item 13 A pli, ati A Service Com9!a[!Y) Requesting approval to install one building - mounted sign and one monument sign to be located on the northwest corner of Stevens Creek Boulevard and�Portal ,Avenue- Presentationg Dennis Eagleton, Starlite Service The applicant pointed out that the sign is blocked from view ,when cars wait at the corner of portal Avenue and Stevens Creek Boulevard. The signthe building mounted oval —+ace on --I sign was to be non -illuminated and equal 30 inches by 7 feet. Committee Member Mann Agreed that the A & W sign is hard to find and +eels that' the Sii Sian s acceptable - Committee Member Jackson clarified the height of the sign is to be 7 1/2 ft. Chairman Miller agreed that it was difficult to see and con I curred with the Sigh Program. The Committee unanimouslyapproved the application per the Conditions contained on th:e'standard ASAC:Resolutibn.. item 23 AP plication HC-51 55@ j__,gEg_qg_BgE!kgE_.jEhoto rve Di=!jp) - Requesting approval to install three building mounted signs to be located on the ,nor hwest corner of Saratoga/Sunnyvale Road and Wildflower Way. A.S.A.C. Minutes of May 13, 1985 ASAC-371 ---------------------------------------------------- Presentation: Raymond Rooker, Architect The applicant pointed out that his client wishes to keep the ground sign as well as obtain approval for the two new building mounted signs on Saratoga/Sunnyvale Road and Wildflower Way and a third building mounted sign at the rear entrance building mounted sign on Wildflower Way. He argued that the sign should be kept for reasons of economics, visibility due to the fast speed of traffic and due to the difficulty of seeing the building mounted signs from cars travelling southbound on Saratoga/Sunnyvale Road. He indicated that they did wish to change the copy face of the ground sign to match the building. Chairman Miller indicated that he had a problem approving retention of the free-standing sign due to its height and favored a reduction in its height. Mr. Rooker indicated that he might consider lowering the sign. Committee Member Mann indicated that she prefers removing the ground sign. Committee Member Jackson stated that retention of the ground sign and two building mounted signs is inconsistent with the Sign Ordinance and such an approval would set a precident.� She indicated that she was comfortable with the staff s recommendation. Committee Member Chapman indicated that he preferred the applicant be required to remove the ground sign or remove one of the building mounted signsto conform to the Ordinance. A straw vote was taken indicating that at least two of the Members favored removing the ground sign and a third Member favored removing either the ground sign or one of the building mounted signs. The applicant agreed to return in two weeks with a resubmittal considering the Committee's comments. (The following Item # 7 was taken out of order at the request of the applicant) INFORMAL REVIEW OF USE PERMIT APPLICATIONS: Item 7) A92licati_on_177_-U-_8_5___Raymond__R_o_ok_er - Requesting approval of landscaping and building colors and materials for a two-story office building. The property is located on the north side of Granada Avenue, 100 ft. west of Imperial Avenue in the Monta Vista Commercial District. Is 2 A.S.A.C. Minutes of May 13, 19S5 ASAC-371 ......... ---- --------------------------------------- ------- ------- Presentation'. Raymond Rooker, Applicant The Committee discussed the two areas of 1 1/4 inch by 1 1/2 inch painted.Redwbod lattice work (which would be located on the building). Committee Member Mann indicated a concern about the amount of lattice work being approved in the City. Committee Member Jackson indicated that she liked the lattice being proposed. The Committee unanimously concluded by recommending the approval of the application as proposed with no concerns. NEW BUSINESS (Continued)-. 3) A plicatio HC-51 gi:Uce Item -9 - ------ U__1 ----- grting r s na - Cente R6queE�ting,,,approval .to.instalI C monument sign to be located one double +aced, free-standing at 19925 Stevens Creek Boulevard. Presentation' Stephen Coulthard, Amcoe Sign Company The applicant indicated concurrence with the Conditierns 'of Approval including the requirement to remove illegal signs prior to issuance of building permits. The Committee directed that staff may review changes in landscaping to accommodate the sign. The,application was approved per the Conditions and the staff I reportwith changes to reflect staff's authority to review minor changes in landscaping to accommodate the new +ree-standing sign. Item 4) Ago jicati9n__HC-511_Wa1___ Requesting approval to install one double faced, internally illuminated monument sign to be located on the southwest-4- corner of Stelling Road'and Homestead Road (21040 Homestead Road). Presentation.. None The applicant was, not present as the application requires a Sign Exception. The Committee agreed to hear the . Sign Exception in two weeks if the applicant submits the necessary materials. INFORMAL REVIEW OF USE PERMIT APPLICATIONS 2 Item 53 Ap2jication_10-U-8,51 WDT Develonfflgnt Requesting approval a of architectural and site plan changes for 17,800 sq. ft. office building located at the northwest corner of Randy Lane and Stevens Creek Boulevard. Am 3 A.S.A.C. Minutes of May 13, 1995 ASAC-371 --------------------------------------------------------- Presentation: Ken Neumeister, Applicant's Architect Staff clarified reasons for the changes to the applications 9 and indicated in response to questions, that staff preferred that curb cuts be minimized on Stevens Creek Boulevard, thereby preferring an option utilizing a protected left -turn median on Randy Lane. As a second option, staff preferred a restricted one-way in -only driveway off Stevens Creek Boulevard with the retention of the building form close to the L-shaped configuration of the previous submittal. The applicant argued that the economics do not permit the more elaborate L-shaped and indented building design plus the costs to install the median or driveway treatment. Committee Member Mann felt that the off -set was more interesting and that the egress off Stevens Creek Boulevard was undesirable. She indicated preference for the L-shaped configuration but would consider a compromise. Chairman Miller stated he does not share the level of concern relating to the traffic impacts but also felt that the building configuration of the earlier submittal with the jog and the L-shaped was not substantially different from the rectilinear design proposed in the latest submittal. Item b) AURlication2_4_-U--65_Camargo__and__A_s_s_o_c_ia_t_e_s_1__In_c_. - Requesting approval of a use permit to construct a 7,700 q sq. ft. two-story mixed use building with 5,450 s . ft. ofs office space, 1,000 sq. ft. of retail space, plus two studio apartments. The property is located on the southwest corner of Stevens Creek Boulevard and Pasadena Avenue in the Monta Vista Commercial Area. Presentation: Maurice Camargo, Architect Steve Stern, BAS Homes/Applicant The applicant indicated that the roof utilized cedar shingles. The color scheme included beige at the lower level and a medium dark green upper level siding color which would also include the recessed wall at the lower level and clarified that the rear lattice trim would be red similar to the accent color of the building. Committee Member Chapman indicated that he liked the appearance of the building but commented that the oleanders in the front planter where perhaps too large and suggested some flowering perenials instead. 4 Is A.S.A.C. Minutes of May 13, 1985 ASAC-371 --------- ---- --------------------------------------- ------- ------- Asft� Committee Member Jackson also commented that the oleanders and pittisphorum are inappropriate. She liked the building but was concerned about the pad height and whether the building would obstruct views from the building across Pasadena Avenue. ' She favored the mix useconcept for Monta Vista, however, she was concerned that with five buildings under construction in Manta Vista, they may cause excessive traffic and was interested in understanding the parking formula for an office development. Chairman Miller was concerned about the pad height and felt that the building was a "great job" and liked the mixed use concept. Ann Anger resident in the neighborhood favored the mix use of the building, commented that the sidewalks should be large enough to accommodate public pedestrian traffic as well as people along the store fronts. I She asked if the grey/wh,ite and brick vaneer on color would compliment the the D.C.E. building across the street and indicated a concern about the lattice work. Item 8) A221ication__1Z-U-g3__---Town Informal review of landscaping and lighting for the Phase II portion of the Town Center residential development per Con,dition 26 of City Clerk's Lretter dated November 1, 1963 (see attached). The property is located between Stevens Creek Boulevard and Rodrigues Avenue, east of Torre Avenue. presentation.-, Terry Haugen, Architect Committee Member Jackson indicated that she liked tur+ treatment along Rodrigu . es Avenue of the first phase of the development and commented that the shrub and vine sizes should be at least. -five gallon to provide some immediate growth for the second phase landscaping and if the Jasmine would grow up the wall at the driveway areas. Member Mann indicated no concerns about size. The applicant clarified in response to a question from Member Chapman that the planting within the entrance median off Torre Avenue would be lower than the drivers view. The Committee recommended approval of the second phase landscaping -for Application 17-U-83 per 11 the,. B Standard Conditions and the Exhibits presented and qua re,i-rement that the vine and shrub sizes be increased to a minimum of 5 gallon and tree I s . ize's a minimum of 15 gallons. The vote was unanimous. 5 A. S. A. C. Minutes of May 13, 1985 ASAC-371 ----------------------------------------------~- FORMAL REVIEW: Item 9) Apglication_HC_513.!6 1_1_= Sneaker's of Northern California ------------------------------------ (Vallco__RaCk.--Ltd_) - Requesting approval to install two roof mounted satellite dish antennas with an enclosure for screening purposes. The property is the existing restaurant facility located within the Vallco Village Shopping Center at the southwest corner of Wolfe Road and Homestead Road. Presentation: Dennis Chargin, Applicant The staff pointed out that the dish antenna from the 12 ft. dish would be visible over the proposed roof screen principally from the corner of the parking lot adjacent to the Shell Service Station. All other views seem to be relatively well screened by either the building or landscaping located at the perimeter of the Vallco Village Shopping Center. The applicant presented photographs displaying visibility of the facility. Committee Member Mann indicated that she had no objection to the screen. Committee Member Jackson was very concerned about the visible portion and felt that it was precedent setting. The applicant clarified that the amount extending above the parapet would equal 3 ft. 10 in. Is Chairman Miller indicated that he shares Committee Member Jackson's concerns and asked if the dish could be painted the same color as the parapet to which the applicant indicated that it could. The Committee recommends approval of Application HC-51,611.1 per the Conditions submitted in the staff report and Condition 10 added to require the dish be painted the same color as the parapet. Condition 11 added to indicate that the height above the parapet would not exceed 3 ft. 10 in. at the heighest point and Condition 12 granting the approval is granted for one 8 ft. diameter dish and one 12 ft. diameter dish only. The Resolution was approved at a vote of 3 in favor, 1 against (Member Jackson), and 1 absent. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: None. INTERCOMMISSION NOTES: Discussion of Community Design Review The Committee discussed the schedule and format of meetings with a design consultant to discuss design review. A.S.A.C. Minutes 04 May 13, 1985 ASAC-371 ------------------------------------------------------- The Committee concurred that there would probably be at least two sessions starting with a general discussion to be held in Citv Hall followed by a vehicular tour and that they are interested in discussing the following componentsg 1. Assistance regarding what meets the guidelines for signage, specific guidelines in the City, etc. It was agreed that,the staff would provide this information. 2-. A discussion of what the Committee's charge is. It was agreed again that this would be reviewed by staff. 3. The discussion of the maJor objectives of the General Plan and specific plans. Also to be provided by staff. 4. Discussion of the following design related issues by the design consultant as follows - Scale - Proportion - Col or - Lighting - Landscaping - Traffic Flow/pedestrian as well as vehicular - Methods of adding additional interest to existing unattractive buildings. - Signing - Grading Staff indicated that they would set up a session for either a Monday or Wednesday evening following the subsequent architectural meeting of May 28, 1985. Staff then conducted a general discussion of the Community General Plan, Community Character Element sections relating' to building height, etc.v allowed throughout the Community. Staff indicated that they would continue to conduct minor discussions after the meetings to inform the Committee of various design related issues and guidelines. APPROVAL OF MINUTES2 None 7 A.S.A.C. Minutes of May 1Z, 1985 ASAC-371 ------------------------------------------------------------- ADJOURNMENT: is Chairman Miller adjourned the meeting at 10:30 p.m. to the next regular scheduled meeting of May 29, 1985. ATTEST: /s/ Dorothy Cornelius City Clerk APPROVED: /s/ Martin Miller Chairperson P 8 ?h