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July 5, 19799 ASAC-240 a-y/ SUMMARY MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING OF THE A.S.A.C., July 5, 1979, and REFERRAL OF RECOMMENDED DECISIONS OF VARIOUS PUBLIC HEARINGS TO THE CITY COUNCIL. MEETING HELD IN ROOM 105 OF CITY HALL, CUPERTINO, CALIFORNIA Meeting called to order at 7:35 p.m. by Chairman Bond with the Salute to the Flag. ROLL CALL Present: Members-Sallan, Johnson, Chairman Bond Absent: Member-Ripplinger, Irvine Staff Present: Kathryn McKenna Scott, Senior Planning Technician APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Regular Meeting -June 21, 1979 - Approved as submitted POSTPONEMENTS & COMMUNICATIONS: None PUBLIC HEARINGS New Applications 1. Application HC-51,403.3 - Any Mountain, Ltd. requesting approval of site, architecture, landscaping and lighting for a new commercial/ office building consisting of approximately 12,600 sq. ft. and a 200 sq. ft. addition to the existing Ski Any Mountain building. Said property is located at southwest corner of North De Anza Boulevard and Mariani Avenue in a P (Planned Development with light industrial, general commercial and residential (4-10 dwelling units per acre) intent) zoning district. Presentation: Rob Steinberg Rich Lange, Any Mountain, Ltd. A revised site plan was presented by the applicants which met certain site -related concerns expressed in the staff report. There was some discussion regarding the inadequacy of parking facilities during winter months on subject site. The committee agreed that the architecture of the proposed building would be very attractive. It was determined that weed control should be provided in the redwood sawdust to be placed in certain landscape areas. As per the De Anza Boulevard Conceptual Plan, the applicant agreed to provide landscape mounding to screen parked cars from Bandley Drive. Mr. Lange stressed the need to retain a "closed" sign in full public view; the committee agreed that this was a public convenience. However, it was determined that the applicant should work with staff to develop a more attractive "closed" sign which closely harmonized with the existing free-standing ground sign. Chairman Bond requested comments from the audience; there were none forthcoming. -1- ASAC-240 Cui Minutes of July 5, 1979 A.S.A.C. Meeting (continued) Moved by Member Sallan, with a second,by member Johnson, to approve application HC-51, 403.3 subject to conditions contained in Resolution 894. Motion carried 3-0 AYES: Members Sallan, Johnson, Chairman Bond ABSENT: Members Ripplinger, Irvine t Informal Review 1. Proposed Office Condominium Complex,Stevens Creek Boulevard I Presentations: David Simas, Developer John Ellis, Phase Four Design Staff presented this preliminary proposal to the committee with a request for review of architectural concepts. It was explained that the proposal had not yet been formally submitted for review by the Planning Commission or City Council and that the present informal ASAC discussion was requested because of potential architectural compatability concerns raised by staff. I Mr. Simas discussed the nature of the proposal, stating that the "Country English" design constituted a very merchandisable concept. He expressed weariness; for traditional Spanish modes of architecture. Mr. Simas was of the opinion that architectural styles throughout Cupertino were so varied that it was impossible to define a common theme. Chairman Bond agreed that the mixture precluded any part- icular style from being predominant. Member Johnson stated that it was not possible to make an argument of compatability. Member Sallan questioned whether the proposed location is the best setting for this design, as it is almost certain that future projects will not resemble this style. It was emphasized that quality of this proposal was not an issue. Staff raised the point that certain elements do tend to tie together the existing physical environment. Member Sallan felt that staff has raised a valid issue. She felt some discomfort with the degree to which this proposal would blend with the city. Mr. Simas stated that a very significant landscape plan would provide a a buffer between this project and other sites, and that the effect would achieve an overall softening of the appearance. The Committee agreed that this design technique was essential.. Chairman Bond wished to go on record stating that the had no concerns with the proposal. Members Sallan and Johnson agreed that the proposal has the potential to be very attractive and unique; however, they expressed some reservation regarding satisfactory blending of the architectural features with.the surrounding community. Member Johnson further stressed the importance of landscaping measures for this site. -2- 1 ASAC - .2-470 �?_q\ Minutes of July 5, 1979 A.S.A.C. Meeting (continued) 2. Valley Church-- Temporary.Parking The Committee had no concerns -with the temporary parking lot plan proposed adjacent to -.'the Valley Church site. New Business F 1. Staff was requested to contact E1 Torito Restaurant regarding intensive e ground sign lighting. 2. Member Johnson reported on discussions held during the Mayor's luncheon on July 1, 1979. Inter Commission Notes: None Chairman Bond adjourned the ASAC meeting at 9:00 p.m. to the next regular meeting of.July 19, 1979 at 7:30 p.m. ATTEST: APPROVED: /s/Dorothy- Cornelius /s/u Fll;ntt Bond City Clerk H. Elliott Bond,.Chairman Architectural and Site Approval Committee -3-