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July 23, 1990 CITY OF CUPERTINO 10300 TORRE AVENUE, CUPERTINO, CALIFORNIA 95014 (408) 252-2052 SUMMARY MINUTES OF THE RCULAR MEETING OF THE ARCHITECTURAL AND SITE APPROVAL COMMITTEE OF THE CITY OF CUPERTINO FOR JULY 23, 1990, MEETING HELD IN CONFERENCE ROOM A, CITY HALL, AT 10300 TORRE AVENUE, CUPERTINO, CALIFORNIA. The meeting was called to order at 7:30 PM by Chairman Gong. Salute to the flag. ROLL CALL Present Members: Chairman Gong, Hoxsie, Lim, Jackson, and Weber Staff Present: Tom Robillard, Planner I POSTPONEMENTS AND ADJUSTMENTS TO THE AGENDA ORDER: None ® WRITTEN AND VERBAL COMMUNICATION: None CONSENT CALENDAR: 1. APPLICATION ASAC 51,892.1 - JOHN RAYDEN Requesting approval to modify a planned development sign program for an existing office building located at 19400 Stevens Creek Boulevard approximately 350 feet east of Stevens Creek Boulevard and Miller Avenue. DECISION On a 4 - 0 vote with Committee Member Hoxsie being absent, Application ASAC 51,892.1 was approved pursuant to the findings and conditions contained in the Model Resolution. INFORMAL REVIEW 2. APPLICATION ASAC 9-U-83 MODIFIED - GREGORY GROUP (SEVEN SPRINGS RANCH) Requesting review for a modification to the architectural and floor plan for the final development stage of a planned residential development. The project is located in the Seven Springs development northwest corner of Stelling Road and Prospect Road. ASAC Minutes for the Meeting of July 23, 1990 Page -2- ® Tom Robillard explained the scope of the project and reviewed Staff Comments. He noted that despite the incre in square footage of Plans 5 and 6, they would still meet the requirements as previously conditioned in the Use Permit. He also explained the changes in the architectural styles. Pat Jackson abstained from comment due to possible conflict of interest. Jim Jackson, representing the Gregory Group, introduced and explained the scope of the project. Chris Gatley, Gregory Gr explained the changes in the �P� architectural style and answered questions of the Colmmittee Members. Steve Wallace, Seven Springs Ranch Homeowners Association, explained that the Homeowners' Association Board had reviewed and approved the proposed changes. Committee Members Lim and Weber expressed concern for the lack of architectural interest at the rear elevations of each unit. Committee Member Hoxsie stated that he would like to see more wood treatment on the units in order to soften the harsh stucco appearance. He also expressed concern for Plan 6 which looks very large on the lot. Chairman Gong agreed with Committee Member Hoxsie's comments. Tom Robillard explained that ASAC's comments and concerns would be brought to the Planning Commission Meeting that evening. FORMAL REVIEW 3. APPLICATION ASAC 51,907.1 - MARCHANT TRAVEL INCORPORATED Requesting review and approval of a Planned Development Sign Program for an existing office building located at 10413 Torre Avenue approximately 100 feet north of Pacific Drive on Torre Avenue. Tom Robillard explained the proposal was for a 5 ft. high by 7 ft. wide free-standing monument sign in front of an existing office building. He noted that the property currently did not have a monument sign. Lou Gagliasso answered questions of the Committee Members. Committee Member Hoxsie explained that he did not want to see both a building mounted sign and a monument sign. Committee Member Weber stated that the address number should be included on the sign. Committee Member Lim had no comment. ASAC Minutes for the Meeting of July 23, 1990 Page -3- Committee Member Jackson expressed concern for additional signage of future tenants. Chairman Gong restated that the address should be included on the sign. DECISION: On a 4 1 vote, with Committee Member Hoxsie votingApplication no, ASAC 51,907.1 was approved pursuant to the findings and conditions contained in the Model Resolution with the Finding 2 and Condition 10 added to read as follows: 2) The nature of the applicant's intended use requires both a building and monument sign. 10) The address number shall be included on the monument sign. 4. APPLICATION ASAC 51,906.1 - TILT FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT CENTER Requesting review and approval of a planned development sign program located on the lower level of Vallco Fashion Mall east side of Wolfe Road. Tom Robillard reviewed the Staff Comments noting the location, style, and size of the signs being proposed. Duke Horrall, Tilt Family Entertainment Center, answered questions of the Committee Members. Pat Jackson stated that she wanted to see a color palette before making a decision. Also, she expressed concern for the size of the signs. Committee Member Lim expressed concerns with the use attracting lots of children, no bicycle racks being provided, and lack of adequate lighting inside the parking structure. He also noted that a color palette is needed. Committee Member Weber expressed concern for the number of entranrPs and signs being proposed. Committee Member Hoxsie expressed concern with the type of pink that is being proposed. Chairman Gong explained to the applicant that the application could either be continued until a color palette and modified exhibits were brought in, or the Committee could vote for denial. DECISION: On a 5 - 0 vote, Application ASAC 51,906.1 was continued to the meeting of August 13, 1990. ASAC Minutes for the Meeting of July 23, 1990 Page -4- • 5. APPLICATION ASAC 25-U-83 - WEST VALLEY PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH Requesting review and approval of a wall and playground at an existing church located at 6191 Bollinger Road, northeast corner of Bollinger Road and Miller Avenue. Tom Robillard explained the scope of the project. He also noted that the wall would have to be set back at least 3 feet adjacent to the driveway in order to be outside the site triangle. He also noted that the foundation would have to be moved back so as not to encroach on the public right-of-way. Greg Prow, West Valley Presbyterian Church, answered questions of the Committee Members. The consensus of all the Committee Members was that the wall was too high and suggested it be lowered. Also that a landscaping plan should be brought back to ASAC for approval. Committee Member Hoxsie noted that he would like to see brick work on the top of the wall. Committee Member Jackson noted that there was not enough information and a perspective was needed in order to see how the wall fits with the building. Chairman Gong noted that he would like to see some movement in the 40 front wall similar to the rear treatment. Chairman Gong explained to the applicant that the Committee could continue this item until more exhibits were submitted or the Committee could vote for denial. DECISION: On a 5 - 0 vote, Application ASAC 25-U-83 was continued to the meeting of August 13, 1990. 6. APPLICATION ASAC 51,905.1 - JOHN TERBORG Requesting review and approval for an adjustment of height regulations in consideration of topographical features in accordance with Ri Ordinance No. 1449. The site is located at 22335 Regnart Road, Lot 22 of the Regnart Ridge subdivision. Tom Robillard reviewed the Staff Comments noting that due to the topographical constraints, the limited pad area required by the original subdivision, and the steepness of the slope, Staff felt that increasing the height to 33 feet was not unreasonable. He further explained that the height is measured from the average of the highest and lowest adjoining finished grades. 41) L ASAC Minutes for the Meeting of July 23, 1990 Page -5- • Pat Jackson abstained from comments due to possible conflict of interest. John Terborg answered questions of the Committee Members. Lance Gesselbracht, 22336 Regnart Road, explained that the CC&R's of the development limits the height of homes to 30 feet and that he was not in compliance with the CC&Rs. He also expressed concern with the height and the view from the Fremont Older open space. Mike Shantz, 22345 Regnart Road, explained that he had no problems with the height of the building in that his view from his home could be obstructed by trees. Committee Members Hoxsie, Weber, and Gong all expressed concern regarding the height of the building and felt that due to the size of the building that it could be reconfigured in order to comply with a 28 foot height limit. DECISION: On a 4 - 0 vote, with Committee Member Jackson abstaining, Application ASAC 51,905.1 was denied pursuant to the following finding: 1) The topographical and conditional constraints of the property do not unreasonably constrain the applicant from meting the height requirements of the RI Ordinance. Chairman Gong called for a 5 minute break. 7. APPLICATION ASAC 51,903.1 - STEPHEN WALLACE Requesting review and approval of final site and architecture for a single family residence in the unphased area of Seven Springs development. The site is located at the northwest corner of Prospect Road and Stauffer Lane. Tom Robillard reviewed the Staff Comments, explaining that this item had been continued from the July 9 meeting in order for the applicant to revise the elevation plans. Tam Robillard noted the changes and explained that this met with Staff's approval. Steve Wallace further explained the changes and answered questions of the Committee Members. The general consensus of the Co mllittnn Members was that the revisions were arri ptable. Committee Member Hoxsie expressed concern that the height of the building next to the living and dining area was still unacceptable and needed further horizontal and wood relief. ASAC Minutes for the Meeting of July 23, 1990 Page -6- • Chairman Gong stated that 3 x 4 wood window trim would be used instead of a 2 x 6. Instead of 2 x 6s around the windows, 3 x 4s would be used. DECISION: On a 4 - 1 vote, with Committee Member Hoxsie voting no, Application ASAC 51,903.1 was approved pursuant to the findings and conditions contained in the Model Resolution. Due to the hour, Applications ASAC 51,908.1, 51,908.2, and 51,904.1 were continued to the meeting of August 13, 1990. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 11. On a 4 - 0 vote, with Committee Member Weber abstaining, the Minutes of July 9 were approved as modified to read on Item 2, "Chairman Gong compared the height to the house on Rainbow Drive, which also has a very massive appearance." COMMITTEE REPORTS Committee Member Jackson asked Staff to explain the rules for abstention. Committee Member Hoxsie expressed concerns regarding incomplete applications and also asked why ASAC does not review use permit applications for new buildings as a formal approval item. STAFF REPORTS Tam Robillard explained City Council overruling of ASAC's denial of Tandem Computers freeway-oriented sign. ADJOURNMENT At 11:00 p.m. to the next regular meeting to be held on August 13, 1990 at 7:30 p.m., Conference Room A, City Hall. 7BYjY . Rob lard Y • Planner I Arch . • .ite Approval Committee ATTEST: /s/ Dorothy Cornelius Dorothy Cornelius City Clerk ASAC/min7-23