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.
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® 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
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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.
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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.
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• 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.
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• 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.
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• 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.
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Planner I Arch . • .ite Approval Committee
ATTEST:
/s/ Dorothy Cornelius
Dorothy Cornelius
City Clerk
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