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December 22, 19711'�-- ; 0 • a CITY OF CUPERTINO, STATE OF CALIFQRNIA 10300 Torre Avenue, Cupertino Telephone; 252-4505 MINUTES OF TFE REGULAR MEETING OF THE ARCHITECTUR^JL AND SITE APPROVAL COMMITTEE ON DECEMBER 22, 1971 IN THE COUNCIL CHAL ER CITY HALL, CUPERTINO, CALIFORNIA SALUTE TO THE FLAG Chairnan Ryr_er opened the muting at 7:30 PM with the Salute to the Flab. ROLL CALL Members present: Adams (7:35) , Gatto, � argent, Chairman R:?ner AMe:,ber absent: McLaren Staff present: Planning Tecnniciar_1i.ke Sheppard Recording Secretary Lois lawards MINUTES OF PREVIOUS 1=1"I,1G 1. Approval of Architectural and Site Approval Minutes of December 8, 1971. Moved by Member Gatto, seconded by Member Sargent to approve the Minutes of December 8, 1971, as written. Motion carried, 3--0 CO',JMUNICATIONS 2. Written A. A letter from P.G. & E. requesting a masonry wall in connection with application HC-51,162. B. A letter from students at Cupertino High School regarding) bike racks. Member Sargent suggested the Conur.ittee prepare a set of specifications for bike racks and submit it to the Planning Commission for their opinion. HC-46 Pape 1 Dec. Sth _•flutes approved as written Specs for bike racks HC-46 MINUTES OF THE DECEMBER 22, 1971 H-CONTROL MEETING Page 2 C. A letter from Mary Ramos regarding a geological report on the Oak Meadows property. .Geo. report Moved by Member Sargent, seconded by Member Gatto to send a copy of this forwarded to letter to the City Council, since Member Gatto was the only member to City Council receive the supporting document. This is being forwarded only, and does not convey any opinions of the members of this Committee. Motion carried, 4-0 Letter of D. A letter of resignation from Chairman Ryner of this Committee, iresignation I due to his impending move to Southern California. 3. Oral Communications There were none. Moved by Member Adams, seconded by Member Gatto to file the written communications. Motion carried, 4-0 PUBLIC HEARINGS 4. Application HC-51,088.12 - Syntex Analytical Inst. requesting approval of roof screen for air conditioning equipment, West Valley Industrial Park, 10040 Bubb Road (continued from December 8, 1971 meeting). (Loc. Map, Ex. 1) Mr. Terrence N. Anscow, 3401 Hill'view Avenue, Palo Alto, was present to represent the applicant. Screen to The Planning Technician said the applicant's proposal is to install match existing a mechanical equipment screen of,cement, asbestos board on the screen easterly (rear) portion of the building. The screen will be painted to match the existing screen presently on the westerly (front) section. Expansion of Exhibits A, A-1 and A-2, signed March 12, 1969, were reviewed by the air condition- Committee. Both buildings were built at the same time. Colored slides ing of the of the building and site plan were displayed showing the existing building screen. The building was completed in 1969 and only had air conditioning in the office portion. They are now expanding the air conditioning to the remainder of the building. There is a screen on the other building. 0 0 C e 0 0 MINUTES OF THE DECEMBER 22, 1971 H--CONTROL MEETING Chairman Ryner asked for comments from the audience. There were none. Moved by Member Adams, seconded by Member Gatto to close the Public Hearings. Motion carried, 4-0 Member Gatto felt the applicant and the firm he represents acted in good faith and proceeded to build the two buildings on the basis of the original application. Moved by Member Gatto, seconded by Member Adams to recommend to the City Council approval of application HC-51,088.12, subject to the standard H-Control conditions, Exhibits A, A (Rev.), A-1 and A-2 attached. AYES: Members Adams, Gatto, Sargent, Chairman Ryner NOES: None ABSENT: Member McLaren Motion carried, 4-0 The applicant was instructed that this will come before the City Council on January 3rd. 5. Application HC-51,241.5 - Oak Meadows Development Corporation, requesting approval of site, architecture and landscaping for a 211-unit condominium development to be located 1600 feet west of Foothill Expressway on Permanente Road (continued from December 8, 1971 meeting) . (Loc. Map, Ex. 2) Since the applicant was not yet present, it was moved by Member Gatto, seconded by Member Sargent to place application HC-51,241.5 after Agenda Item 8. Motion carried, 4-0 HC-46 Page 3 Public Hearings closed Applicant acted in good fait: HC-51-088.12 approved ,a/conditions HC-51,241.5 moved to end of Public Hearings HC-46 MINUTES OF THE DECEMBER 22, 1971 H-CONTROL MEETING Page 4 6. Application HC-51,147.1 - Paul.Swanson requesting approval of site, architecture, landscaping for expansion of service facility located at 20235 Stevens Creek Boulevard. (Loc. Map. Ex. 3) Mr. Ronald H. Harris, 900 N. San Antonio Road, was present to represent - the applicant. Use Permit , The Use Permit for expansion of the existing automotive sales facility approval re- was approved by the Planning Commission on November 22, 1971, with the quires H-Contrcl condition that the applicant was to appear before H-Control for a full approval and comprehensive review of the proposal. At this time the applicant !presented plans for site and architecture of both the existing structure and the proposed 2700 so. ft. building. Within 30 days he will make additional application for lighting and signing approval. Colored slides of the site were shown. Applicant's iMr. Harris said, after talking with the Planning Commission and the proposal !staff, they proceeded to agree to put up a bond for the block wall on the rear of the property. They also agreed to putting in the planting, curb and gutter on Vista Drive. They have the large doors on Vista Drive and have proposed a screened fence to block the view. There will �be a mansard roof to tie in with the existing building. They will carry the landscaping all around the property. Planting in (Member Adams asked if the owner plans to park the large mobile homes in front of (the front. Mr. Harris said this was not discussed, but he imagined this display mobile !was the plan to display his merchandise. The difference is that this homes ;will be pulled back from the sidewalk and there will be planting between !the display and the sidewalk. All paving to Member Sargent asked for a description of the treatment in front of the be done at this ithe large doors fronting on Vista Drive. Mr. Harris said the screen time !fence will consist of pillars andwood. In answer to Member Sargent's question, he stated all paving will be done at this time. The proposed building will go behind the fire station. They will pave their property that goes on out to Randy Lane. Cupertino The Planning Technician said the property that was known as "Cupertino Lumber was non- (Lumber Yard" was a non -conforming use and this will run out in 6 months. conforming use They will probably be coming in"for commercial zoning. Pull building Member Gatto asked if the new building could be moved slightly away from away from the property line to provide all around treatment because it will be property line visible from the adjoining properties. Mr. Harris suggested that perhaps they could do something with that wall. They could pull the building out 5 or 10 feet but then there is the question of what to do with that 5 or 10 feet. Member. Gatto felt that something pleasing to look at could be done there. 0 • MINUTES OF THE DECEMBER 22, 1.971 H--CONTROL MEETING I HC-46 Page 5 The roof on the service portion is a flat top with a parapet on the back side. The mansard roof goes around two sides of the office portion of the building. Member Adams said he would like to see something similar .go around.the other.two sides, ending at the service bays with some finish treatment. Chairman Ryner asked about the trash areas. Mr. Harris said they will.continue using what they are presently using. Chairman Ryner asked for comments from the audience. There were none. Member Adams said he would like to assume the trash collection will be within the confines of the building and then hauled away. Mr. Harris said they will make a trash enclosure for that purpose. Member Sargent asked who owns the property directly to the east of the fire station and how close could the new business go. The Planning Technician was not sure of the ownership fo the pro- perty, but it could be developed right up to the property line. Member Adams asked if the applicant would be amenable to coming • back with plans for additional roof treatment and trash enclosure. Member Gatto added that he would like to see an extension of the fence near the service area or a high hedge to shield the view of the property behind the fire station. He cautioned the applicant about the roof apurtenances showing. Member Sargent said he would like to see a detailed landscaping plan showing types of plants and trees to be used. Chairman Ryner suggested the applicant study the H-Control standard conditions of approval. Moved by Member Adams, seconded by Member Gatto to close the Public Hearings. Motion carried, 4-0 Moved by Member Adams, seconded by Member Sargent to continue this application HC-51,147.1 to give the applicant time to revise the plans in accordance with the discussion at this meeting. AYES: Members Adams, Gatto, Sargent, Chairman Ryner NOES: None ABSENT: Member McLaren Motion carried, 4-0 9 Continue parapet on all 4 sides Trash provisions Committee Me._�bers requests of the Applicant Public Hearings' closed HC-51,147.1 continued HC-46 Page 6 Reduce width of balcony and relieve massive look of concrete dr iv eTaay Garages under living quarters Trash enclosure inadequate Public Hearings closed Add railing & cascading planting to slump stone wall OF THE DECEt;BER 22, 1971 H-CONTROL MEETING 7. Application HC-51,126.E - James F. Koch requesting approval of site, architecture, landscaping for triplex - Lot 11, Tract 2527, Alpine Drive. (Loc. Map. Ex. 4) The Planning Technician said the applicants proposal was generally in conformance with the City Ordinances, except the width of the balcony on the first level in the front,which must be reduced to 5 feet. One of the major concerns of the staff was the amount of concrete driveway in the front yard.' To alleviate this, the applicant proposes to install bricks in the driveway on the right. This will break up the massive concrete look and will provide the driveway and parking area on the right to reflect a patio type appearance. Mr. Dennis Kobza, 2680 Bayshore Frontage Road, Mountain View, said he is the architect of this plan. The site plan was displayed. Although the property has quite a slope, they will have a relatively flat driveway because they will cut into the slope. The garages will be beneath the living quarters. He said he is aware of the fact that the width of the balcony must be reduced. Chairman Ryner asked for conments from the audience. There were none. Chairman Ryner asked. the location of the trash area. It was shown on the site plan, to the right of the driveway in the front. Member Sargent questioned whether t1iree containers would be adequate. Mer.bar Sargent asked, if this is a'town house situation, who will maintain it. The architect said it is strictly a rental unit. In answer to Chairman Ryner`s question, the Planning Technician said there are single family hones behind this property. Chairman Ryner asked if the applicant had discussed these plans with any of the neighbors. Mr. F�obza said he doubted that he had. He added that there are duplexes up the street. Moved by Member Adams, seconded by Member Gatto to close the Public Hearings. Motion carried, 4-0 In the interest of safety, Chairmen Ryner felt there should be some sort of railing at the top of the;.retaining wall. Member Gatto feels the problem is with the slump stone wall. A railing would overcome the starkness, too.. Chairman Ryner suggested perhaps trailing rosemary or something cascading down the wall. i • i MINUTES OF THE DECEMBER 22, 1971 H-CONTROL.MEETIN.G, HC-46 IPage 7 0 E Moved by Member Adams, seconded by Member Sargent to.recommend approval of HC-51,126.6 to the City Council, per the plot plan and landscape plan and exhibits submitted; subject to H-Control standar conditions and subject to the following conditions: that treatment of the parking area and retaining wall be made to provide for landscape planting to be allowed to grow over the edge of the wall to break up the blank appearance; also that the top of the wall be fitted with a form of railing or architectural treat- ment to provide safety along the top cap. AYES: Members Adams, Gatto, Sargent, Chairman Ryner NOES: None ABSENT: Member McLaren Motion carried, 4-0 Chairman Ryner said this would come before the City Council on January 3, 1972. He advised the architect to make the modificatio to the plans to reflect the H-Control conditions of approval befor the Council meeting. 8. Application HC-51,273 - Ditz-Crane requesting approval of partial architecture, landscaping, lighting, and undergroundin€ of utilities for townhouses in RiC (Single-family Residential Cluster) Zone, located at the southwest corner of Homestead Road and Blaney Avenue. (Loc. Map, Ex. 5) The Planning Technician said this hearing is for the alternate proposal, should the applicant feel they wish to include some 3-bedroom units. Mr. Warren Gilbert, 168 Jackson Street, San Jose, was present to represent the applicant. The site plan of the total area and a view of the site from the Blaney Avenue Overpass were displayed. Also displayed was a rendering of the 3-bedroom alternate proposal. All maintenance of the landscaped areas will be the responsibility of the developer, but the rear yards (patio areas) will be left to the individual owners to develop as they wish. HC-51,126.6 approved �w/conditions Alternate, 3-bedroom proposal Individual owner: to develop back yards dC-46 Page 8 Profile dwg. Not more than 1113 of 2-bdrm. units could be 3-bdrm units Sound mound Secondary easement her? Add Boston ivy to ,aL Some mature trees will liave to be :coved II i (MINUTES OF THE DECEMBER 22, 1971 H-CONTROL MEETING I j I it IA profile drawing showed how the trailer parking area will look from the overpass. The developer has agreed to maintain the slope area. Mr. Gilbert said there will be 9 trainer parking spaces. Mr.'Gilbert said that when the 3-bedroom unit is introduced to the subdivision it will have a 1-bedroom+ and one end and a 2-bedroom situation at each end; i.e., a 6-unijt situation will contain 2 but never 4 3-bedroom units. There is aj,cantilever overhang at the rear. 'They have eliminated the controversii'al gables. is Member Gatto asked if the 3-bedroom ;units would have the same exterior variation as the original proposal.ji Mr. Gilbert said they would. Member Gatto asked if the number ofP-bedroom units will be predetermined or based on consumer demand. Mr. Gilbert said not more than one third of the 2-bedroom units could be changed to 3-bedroom units. ;! i' n, Chairman Ryner asked for comments from the audience. There were none. f jChairman Ryner asked how they are solving the sound berm problem, �A letter from Edward L. Pratt and Associates was submitted as (Exhibit J. A 6' high x 2' wide masonry wall will be on a 2' mound. This will be 4' in from the freewayJ cyclone fence, and will be landscaped with ice plant. lr. Pat O'Connell, representing Dit;z Crane, said there is a secondary easement along the fence. A 11' to; 18' deep sewer line is buried !here. They won't let a masonry wa"elock them from their easement, E There remains the unanswered quest -ion of who will maintain the land-- �scaped area between the cyclo:;e fence and the masonry o:all. Mr. Gilbert said there are two breaks in the fence in the first unit. Illli I; ' 11,1r. Ken Artenian, Landscape Architect from Palo Alto, said they are now won''-.ing on a rough te;:tured co"crete fence. The 4' base between !the wall and fence will be landscaped with ice plant. Chairman lRyner was not in favor of the viewj' of only the wall from the freeway. jMr. Artenian said they could add i stan ivy to grow up the wall. iAn informal hedge is planned, to b!e composed of 3 different types of plants that grow up to 13! hig,. I th a 6' spread. There will be State free-c,ay planting between lithe freeway and Lhe wall. They have tried to put in as many trees; as possible to bring the buildings 1down to the plants. There will be'' a large lawn with groups of trees (clustered in the common area. Th8y are hoping to cluster the trees !along Homestead Road, There willj!be lawn along the perimeter of the property. The mature trees will lie 'saved, although some will have to be moved. Utmost care will be ta'l�en when they are moved. - I! j' n j� I I' 9 J 9 • 0 MINUTES OF THE DECEMBER 22, 1971 Hr-CONTROL MEETING IPage HC-46 9 Chairman Ryner was concerned about the people driving along the freeway and looking into the trailer parking area. Mr. Gilbert said the landscaping in that portion could be brought in later for review. Lighting: Mr. Gilbert indicated on the plans where the three 18--20' high electroliers would go in each court. They will have 175 watt, mercury vapor lamps. It was brought out that Mountain View Planning Commissioner Hinkley lives in a subdivision with this type of lighting and Mr. O'Connel suggested the Members call him to see how he likes having the place lit in this manner. These lights can be pointed in any direction and/or shape. The patios and pool area will be lit. In answer to Member Adams' question, Mr. Gilbert said the 1-bedro units will have 1,000 square feet and the 3-bedroom units will ha 1,400 square feet. Mr. O'Connell said they will run between $27,000 and $35,000. Chairman Ryner asked for comments from the audience. There were none. Moved by Member Gatto, seconded by Member Adans to close the Public Hearings. Motion carried, 4-0 Moved by Member Gatto, seconded by Member Sargent to recommend to the City Council approval of application HC-51,273, subject to the standard H-Control conditions, Exhibits A, A-1, B, C through K and Planning Commission Resolution attached, with the further conditions that the fence along the freeway be restudied to break up the linearity by clustering of landscaping and some wall -type planting material on the fence. The trailer area to be screened by some fast-growing plant material to reach 12' in height. AYES: Members Adams, Gatto, Sargent, Chairman Ryner NOES: None ABSENT: Member McLaren Motion carried, 4-0 Chairman Ryner said this will come before the City Council on January 3rd. 'He instructed the applicant to review the plans with the staff as to landscaping before the Council meeting. ILighting Size and cost of units Public Hearings closed HC-51,273 approved w/conditions HC-46 Page 10 Recap of ?revious Hearing Elevations and profiles Geological survey i i! MINUTES OF THE DECEMBER 22, 1.971 H-CONTROL MEETING II • i! li Chairman Ryner called a recess at 9:35 M. The meeting reconvened at 9:46 PM. G p . P 5. Application HC-51,241.5 - Oak Me;'adows Development Corporation, requesting approval of site, architecture and landscaping for a 211-unit condominium developmentlj to be located 1600 feet west of Foothill Expressway on Permanent,e Road (continued from December 8, 1971 meeting) I' (Loc. Map. Ex. 2) i! Chairman Ryner said 'he would keep the discussion open as long as the statements are constructive and noti;eraotional. li Mr. Barry G. Bobbitt, 7291 Coronadoi!Drive, San Jose, represented the applicant. I! I The Planning Technician said this application was continued from the last meeting to ena-le the' applicant time to prepare a More definitive description of how the arch itecture�Jralates to grouping of buildings. Also discussed ,,7as the difficulty of distinguishing any breakup of the wall of units located on the south east boundaries and the ob- jections of the adjacent property 6wners to having tTvo-story units directly behind their homes, p Chairman Ryner noted that this is a recommending body. Any recommendations may be made, but the City Council makes the determinations. i� Slides were shown of the underpass';' and elevations with respect to the masonry wall. The wall has been codified so that now it meanders. It comes to within 2 f eft of the building eaves. A profile of the west cul de sac at the nort ernmost portion of the property was shown, pictures of the site, and elevations of the single and 2-story units and the recreation building. I' Me::iber Gatto asked how t:.e sequenc' ng ,iould be determined. ?Fr. Bobbitt said this will be determined by the building envelope pad. The ho eowner has the opportunity .tolselect the exterior elevation. If his choice does not fit into thj'e building envelope he will be asked to choose another location,.. I, it Chairman Ryner told the applicantPof the geological survey sent by Mrs. Mary Ramos to Member Gatto. I�Since this does not come within the purview of this Cormnittee, it was iiforTlarded to the City Council. I! i� I' li I! I' 6. i; II a 0 0 E G MINUTES OF THE DECEMBER 22, 1971-H-CONTROL MEETING Mr. Bobbitt explained the new elevations are to comply with Member Gatto's request for more definitive plans. They have decided to stay away from the stucco exteriors and stay with the wood trim. There are four elevations of each model. You will not have the same elevation repeated in the same block. Mr. Richard Mapes, of the Design Staff, 505A Melrose Avenue, San Jose, said you can put Design A, B, C and D tog'ether and they will definitely blend together. Member Gatto disagreed. Mr. Mapes said they are building a complex and if they start letting it wander away from its homogeneous factors it will lose its continuity. He said he does not want to create something that looks like an apartment house. Mr. Bobbitt said the -hues and colors are homo- geneous. The change in roof line is to prevent the barracks look. He showed colored slides of a subdivision in Walnut Creek illus- trating the color transition and roof lines they want to achieve. Member Adams commented that the four added roof line studies assured him that they are similar to what will be seen in those clusters. Member Sargent was concerned about the row along the side of the hill. He got the feeling we will have a long strip of two-story homes. Mr. Bobbitt said these homes will set at different angles. The pad elevations are in the Planning Department now. He said there can be a 4' to 6' difference in elevations in the unit pads. Member Sargent said he was not convinced why they could not deviate from their proposed roof lines. Mr. Adrian Ramos, 10141 Lebanon Drive, asked how they could go ahead with this planned development when they have read the geological report. Chairman Ryner again said this is not within the jurisdiction of this Committee. This is a matter for the City Council to decide. Mr. Franklin, 10201 Linden Drive, asked what the purpose of this Committee was. Chairman Ryner quoted portions of Ordinance 468. Mr. Franklin wanted to talk about the sewage system, but was told this was handled at the Planning Commission level. Member Adams brought up Exhibits Q and R of the southerly and easterly borders, as to what will be seen from adjacent properties. Elevations were placed on the board. The audience was invited to come forward to see the plans more closely. There will be a 6' fence and landscaping along the east boundary. HC-46 Page 11 Four elevations Designer's statements Units to set at different angles and elevations Geological survey Sewage problems I� MINUTES OF THE DECEMBER 22, 1971 H-CONTROL MEETING Member Adams said he would like to see some tall -growing trees along the east boundary. Mr. Bobbitt said he would like to have mature trees along there. There is ;a space of 85' to 105' from one house to the other house on the east boundary. Mr. Charles Lowe, 10131 Lebanon Drive, asked how far the balcony on the two' -story unit is from the aa;jacent house. He questioned whether there would be room for large ttrees between them. Mr. Bobbitt said there are no balconies along the easterly and southerly boundaries. He plans to use some form of eucalyptus trees there. j! Mr. Ramos asked Mr. Bobbitt -'here tnelnew fence would go. Mr. Bobbitt said there will be a 6' redwood fence along his property line. Mr. Francis A. Wallace, 2284A Medina,lsaid his lot drops 4 to 4.5 feet because of the slope. He asked if the developer is going to cut 4' here and if so,'what willl'happen to the ?nature trees on the property. He quoted the Council motion on this matter. He wanted to know whether or not they ware talking about pad level or lot line level -when referring to';!.the 7 feet. Chairman Ryner suggested he go to the City Councilil flor clarification. Mr. Wallace then said this is a whole wall of 2-story units and if this is planned development'you can clall it a "peanut dump", f' Mrs. F. A. Wallace, 2284A Medina WA7 yj wanted to know what the development would look like from her ldining room and living room, Mr. Bobbitt said probably the onlyllthing they will see is the gable Ii and the trees. There will be sonei, gradir_g in that area to provide some contouring, He said he wouldjbe willing to keep his fence below her _fence if she so desires.!' ;Mrs. Wallace said she requestE last time that consideration be given to those few units out of the 211, that they put in.single story homes there. This has been ignored. She again requested singlle story homes adjoining her property. I P Mr. Bobbitt next discussed the wal-l.1 There was some question about the lineariEy of the wall; and it.iwa's recommended they restudy it. The height has been ra-ised two f_ee;t on a sound mound recommended by Dr. Salmon of Stanford Researcq Institute. He wants to put tre( and low level lighting in the proi,os;ed indentations in the wall. There will be an undulating effect' to the slope. Member Sargent left the meeting at 11:40 PM. !i p ' I HC-46 Page 12 9 Mature trees on east boundary No balconies on east or south boundaries Fence to go on property line;; Clarifications of point of reference View from adjacent unit`; windows 0 O MINUTES OF THE DECEMBER 22, 1971 H-CONTROL MEETING IPage HC-46 13 Chairman Ryner suggested they consider, rather than putting an indentation and tree every, say, 20 feet, that they consider puttin them near a gable or flat roof or something. Mr." Bobbitt said they are striving for a random effect. A rendering of the tunnel through the sound mound was displayed. Member Gatto asked if the tunnel opening were splayed if it would affect the sound. Mr. Bobbitt said something they might do is use wood timbers to give the entrance a splay effect. Chairman Ryner asked what would prevent motorcycles from going through the tunnel. Mr. Bobbitt said possible answers to that problem would be tire rippers, bumps, or homeowner patrols. Tire rippers would be a potential problem with children. The tunnel through the sound mound In answer to Member Adams' question, Mr. Bobbitt said there will be Bike racks bike racks in the recreation area and also all around the site. Moved by Member Gatto, seconded by Member Adams to close the Public Hearings. Motion carried, 3-0 Chairman Ryner opposed Moved by Member Adams, seconded by Member Gatto to recommend to the City Council approval of application HC-51,241.5 - Oak Meadows Development Corporation, subject to the Exhibits A through R sub- mitted, subject to Architectural and Site Control conditions, subject to previously approved Planning Commission and Council conditions, and with the following additional conditions: sound mound and wall treatment to be per Elevation B of Exhibit S with random cutouts not evenly spaced, the tunnel entrance from Permanente Road to be treated with wood timbers or added archi- tecture; the recreation area to be provided with bike racks; the phase development to be duely noted with the Building Depart- ment. Due to the fact that he has submitted his resignation, Chairman Ryner said he would prefer to abstain; however, with Member Sargent leaving the meeting, he may have to make the determining vote. Member Adams felt the conditions imposed by the Planning Commissic as to no more than 30% along the boundary is confused by the Council's subsequent approval. No reference was made.as to whether the 7 feet is pad elevation or property line. He is in favor of . using the foothills without.disturbing them, or.disturbing them as little as possible. But we can't deny the property owner the right to develop his property, within limits. He said he is a Public Hearings closed iiC-46 Page 14 Concerns of one member of this Committee Oak Meados.s .notion tied it-easurex tin ';-,-i.i1ding on the, roof MINUTES OF THE DECEMBER 22, 1971 H-CONTROL MEETING little more at ease about the roof lines now. The continuity of design is better now. Although it is not for this Committee to rule on this, lie referred to the letter about the geological report. Member Gatto`s concern with this project from the beginning was the basic approach given to the project. It is difficult to separate architecture from site. If there had been a chance 'to see this project earlier in their development, of it he would have made some recommendations. He still has some .re!servations as to what happens when you min gables and hip roof. Dropping of the stucco by the applicant is an indication of so -me restudy. He finds it very difficult to "buy" the entire project. He would'have to see the entire project. He would hate to see this density start a trend for the development of the foothills. His vote ;-.ould be B1no" to express to the City Council that this is not the type of.rroject he would like to see go into the City of Cupertino. AXES: Member Adams NOES: Member Gatto ABSTAINED: Chairman Ryner ABSENT: Merzbers McLaren, Sargent Motion tied, 1-1-1 UNFINISHED BUSINESS A. Chair -man Ryner said the tin building that Measurex has placed on top cf their building, along with other roof apurtenances, conflicts with their approved plans. I MINUTE ORDER: Moved by Member Adams, seconded by _'Lember Gatto to bring this matter to tine attention of the City Council. Motion carried,, 3-0 The Planning Technician said the staff is aware of what has been happening there. They are going to e,,tend their mansard roof 14". This was brought to the attention of the Planning and Building Departments. 1.,,10 height was specified on the plans. a E 0 I J r MINUTES OF THE DECEMBER 22, 1971 H-CONTROL MEETING IPage HC-46 15 B. The P.G. & E. letter was again introduced. Mr. Edward Kelly, 2047 Emory, San Jose, said they wish to modify their plans in that they would like to use precast monolythic panels instead of the slump stone bricks. The appearance will be the same. The savings will be passed along ultimately to the homeowners. He said there will be a better relief and better undercut and the relief is on both sides. They have been used by P.G. & E. previously. They will meet structural requirements, and the appearance can't be beat. In answer to Member Gatto's question, Mr. Kelly said the manufac- turer is Modular Precast, Inc. Moved by Member Gatto, seconded by Member Adams that the applicant be permitted to use the precast units as requested. AYES: Members.Adams, Gatto, Chairman Ryner NOES: None ABSENT: Members McLaren, Sargent Motion carried, 3-0 11 C. Vallco Park, Application HC-51,075.13 Mr. Bill Tagg, Architect, reviewed the proposed modifications to the 3-story, 37,000 square foot building on the south side of Pruneridge Avenue. They want to change the diagonal siding to vertical siding. So moved by Member Gatto, seconded by Member Adams. AYES: Members'Adams, Gatto, Chairman Ryner NOES: None ABSENT: Members McLaren, Sargent Motion carried, 3-0 Mr. Tagg then proposed a change to the 2-story, 65,000 square foot building which included 3 small "restaurants" instead of the 2 large ones presently scheduled for the rooftop. He -said they are 9.5 to 10' high and are set back some 80 feet on the roof. El Request use of precast monolythic panel -- rather than slump stone bricks Precast units approved Changed diag. siding to vertical siding 1iC-46 rave 16 ::C--51;375.5 '_'.Cdl- iC3t_Cn 'CrOJed MINUTES OF THE DECEMBER 22, 1971 H-CONTROL MEETING r Member Gatto's concern is that something like this gets approved and then that :sakes it very difficult to refuse another applicant. It was decided the proposal was not large enough scale. Members Gatto and Adams would like to have this come back then the full Committee is present. This should be an architectural feature of the building. Linder application 51,075.5, 'Mr. Tagg stated they charged to concrete board forced and toot: out a window. Moved by die -fiber Gatto, seconded by �,Te-mber Ada -is that the modification on application EC-51,075.5 be granted approval to change the diagonal side to board ii-n7resslon concrete and, also to eii-,ainate the clerestories above it. AYES: �,et,oers �'-_dams, Gatto, Chairman Ryner NOES: done ABSENT: 'imbers McLaren, Sargent I Motion carried, 3-0 ANEW BUSINESS -- there was none. I '1DJOURN_ TENT ki•i.ved by Member Ada-:s, saconded 'b•,-: Member Gatto to adjourn the keeting at 12:45 A.A'. I ATTEST: l /s/ Wm. k' Oiz,A-r f City Clerk Motion carried, 3-0 APPROVED: /s/ Stephen C. Ryner Chairman