August 13, 1990 CITY OF CUPERTINO
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10300 TORRE AVENUE, CUPERTINO, CALIFORNIA 95014 (408) 252-2052
SUMMARY MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE ARCHITECTURAL
AND SITE APPROVAL COMMITTEE OF THE CITY OF CUPERTINO FOR
AUGUST 13, 1990, MEETING HELD IN CONFERENCE ROOM A, CITY
HALL, AT 10300 TORRE AVENUE, CUPERTINO, CALIFORNIA.
The meeting was called to order at 7:35 PM by Chairman Gong.
Salute to the Flag.
ROLL CALL
Present Members: Chairman Gong, Lim, Weber, and Jackson
Coiinnittrr Member Hoxsie arrived at 8:15 p.m.
Staff Present: Michele Bjurman, Planner I
Travice Whitten, Ass't City Engineer
POSTPONEMENTS/ADJUSTMENTS TO THE AGENDA
11. ASAC 51,904.1 - City of Cupertino was moved to Item #1 due to Public
Works Staff availability for questions and guidance.
410 WRITTEN AND VERBAL COMMUNICATION
None.
INFORMAL REVIEW
1. Application ASAC 51,904.1 - City of Cupertino Requesting review and
approval of the type, texture, pattern, and colors of retaining walls,
soundwalls, and bridge design for Route 85 through Cupertino.
Michele Bjurman outlined the scope of this application and went
through the City preferences checklist.
Travice Whitten, Asst. City Engincsor, provided engineering expertise
and a site plan showing the Committee Members where the wall
structures would be located.
The Committee felt the need to have a varied design between the
soundwalls and the retaining walls, except in those areas where the
two walls are stacked on one another, to create interest and variety.
The Committer, reached a consensus on the design theme of materials,
texture, and colors for the soundwalls, retaining walls, and bridges
for the City of Cupertino pursuant to the findings and conditions
contained in the resolution.
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4111 INFORMAL REVIEW (cant.Z
2. Application ASAC 16-U-90 - Banducci Associates Requesting early
review and comments of a 5,950 square foot commercial/retail building
proposed to be located at the southeast corner of Stevens Creek
Boulevard and Stelling Road.
Michele Bjurman reviewed the Staff comments, noting that Staff was
concerned about the building mass at the residential property line and
suggested that the architectural board require the proposed 6/12 roof
line be carried around the entire roof line in an attempt to reduce
the overall height appearance.
Additionally, Staff outlined the installation deferment agreement
required for the frontage landscaping along Stelling Road while the
Stevens Creek Boulevard landscape guidelines are being developed.
Staff compared the approved color palette for the La Mancha Building
north (beige walls/rust roof) , to the shades of green proposed by the
applicant. Staff felt they were complementary to each other.
A majority of the board expressed concerns regarding the color palette
proposed and felt them incompatible with each other and the
surrounding uses.
411 Dave Banducci, the applicant's representative, was available to answer
any questions of the Committee. Mr. Banducci indicated they chose the
color palette in blue and green to complement yet differentiate the
use north. The Committro expressed their concerns regarding the print
quality of the plans presented as being illegible.
All Committee Members agreed that the roof element should wrap around
the entire roof line.
FORMAL REVIEW
3. Application ASAC 25-U-83 - West Valley Presbyterian Church Requesting
review and approval of a wall for a playground in an existing church
located at 6191 Bollinger Road.
Michele Bjurman indicated to the Committce that this item was heard
and continued from the July 23 hearing and reiterated the direction
given to the applicant at that meeting.
Staff pointed out two conditions of approval recommended: 1) that the
stucco material be painted grey to match the existing church
facilities, and 2) the proposed footings be outside of the public
right-of-way.
Greg Prow and Michael Clark, representing the Presbyterian Church,
pointed out that Staff had provided them with Xeriscape Guidelines,
and they will apply them to the proposed shrubbery.
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11 The Co mnitt' complimented the applicants on the extent to which they
addressed the Coamnitte.P's previous concerns. The Committee expressed
concerns regarding the health of the existing southwesterly located
tree along Bollinger Road. The Committee further recommended that
additional shrubbery be provided than that which is outlined on the
plans.
DECISION:
On a 4 - 1 vote, with Ccminittr Member Weber recommending denial,
Application ASAC 25-U-83 was approved pursuant to the findings and
conditions contained within the Model Resolution, with Conditions 10, 11,
being amended and adding 12 and 13 to read as follows:
10. All stucco building materials must be painted grey to match the
existing church facilities.
11. Shrubbery compatible with Xeriscape Guidelines shall be planted
along the south masonry wall along the Bollinger Road
right-of-way.
Eight equally-spaced bushes shall be placed along the south wall
adjacent to Bollinger Road. The specie type and size shall be
approved by Staff prior to issuance of the building permit.
12. Applicant to provide an arborist letter addressing the health of
the existing tree located on the southwest frontage along
Bollinger Road. This letter should outline the existing health
and any necessary mitigations thereof for continued health. If
the tree is in declined health beyond being retained, a
replacement 24-inch box specie should be planted in its place
within 45 days of the arborist letter.
13. Applicant's engine ors to provide Staff with additional
information indicating that the footings of the proposed masonry
wall will be out of the public right-of-way.
ITEMS MOVED TO END OF AGENDA
On a 5 - 0 vote, ASAC 51,908.2 and ASAC 51,908.1 - Westfield Incorporated
was moved to the last item on the agenda to allow the applicant's
representative to be present at the hearing.
4. Application ASAC 51,906.1 - Tilt Family Entertainment Center
Requesting review and approval of a planned development sign program
for an existing commercial business located on the lower level of
Vallco Fashion Mall on the east side of Wolfe Road. Continued from
the July 23 ASAC hearing.
Michele Bjurman reviewed the Staff comments, noting that Staff had
concerns with the length, mirrored finished material, and exposed neon
lettering of proposed sign "A".
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Staff indicated that the lengthconcern was essed to the applicant
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who had reduced the length of the neon lettering from approximately
23 feet to 15 feet and also amended some of the pink color tones to
greys and blues. Staff indicated to the Committee that the use of
exposed neon tubing for sign "A" is in conflict with the Cupertino
Municipal Code, and recommended the tubing be encased. Staff
indicated support for sign "B".
Frank Mang, representing Family Entertainment Center, was present and
available for questions. Mr. Mang indicated his support of Staff
Comments and would be willing to encase the neon lettering as well as
work with Staff on making the building materials (mirrored finish)
more compatible with the surroundings. Mr. Mang expressed his concern
about the need for signage as the business is open now and would be
amicable to any decision that the Committee may make.
A majority of the Committee Members felt exterior signage (at the
proposed locations) unnecessary for the following reasons:
a) Safety concerns for pedestrian traffic which may be enticed to
cross Wolfe Road from west to Past without using the existing
crosswalks. The Committee mentioned the large amount of
pedestrian traffic entering and exiting, especially when the Mall
is closed and Tilt is open and the only entrances are through the
two exterior exits. Mr. Mang indicated Mall security can escort
attendees over the overcrossing at Wolfe when the Mall is closed.
b) Safety concerns for pedestrian traffic which may be endangered by
automobile traffic from Wolfe Road into the parking garage in
front of proposed main entrance sign "A".
Coimnittrc Member Lim asked the representative, Mr. Mang, if he would
be amicable to applying the sign "B" concept to both entrance
locations. Mr. Mang indicated that he was simply concerned about
getting signage on the site and "yes" would be amicable to this
solution.
DECISION:
On a 4 - 1 vote, with Committee Member Lim recommending approval,
Application ASAC 51,906.1 was denied pursuant to the findings and
conditions contained within the Model Resolution with Finding 1 and 2
being removed, a new Finding 1 created, and Condition 10 being amended as
follows:
Finding 1 - the location of the signage proposed may be a hazard to
pedestrians and vehicles because of the vehicle entry and lack of
pedestrian crossings at Wolfe Road.
Condition 10 - proposed signs "A" and "B" are not approved according
to the finding above.
5. Application ASAC 51,912.1 - Benihana Restaurant Requesting est' review
and approval of a new roof mounted sign on an existing building
located at Vallco Shopping Center. This item was continued from the
July 23 hearing.
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410 Michele Bjurman reviewed the Staff its noting Staff's concern
regarding the color board proposed letter colors being in conflict
with the existing dark blue tile roof.
Jordan Carter, the applicant's sign representative, was available for
comments. Mr. Carter provided a variety of panetone color selections
for the Ca mnittPe and Staff's review.
Staff pointed out that the material board colors were not an accurate
depiction of the existing tile roof color nor of the proposed
lettering color.
DECISION:
On a 4 - 1 vote, with Committee Member Lim recommending denial,
Application 51,912.1 was continued to the next regular meeting of the
Architectural and Site Approval Committee to enable the applicant's
representative adequate time to prepare, a color board showing warmer
tones compatible with the dark blue roof and showing an accurate depiction
of the colors proposed. •
5. Application ASAC 51,913.1 - Tandem Computers Requesting review and
approval of exterior building modifications to amend paint colors,
refurbish the onsite landscaping, add a new rooftop HVAC system, a new
metal parapet extension, additional parking lot lighting, and minor
.1 exterior modifications. The project is located at 18800 Homestead
Road at the southeast corner of Tantau and Homestead Road.
Michele Bjurman reviewed the Staff Report indicating concerns about
the reflectability of the proposed metal parapet since a material
1-inard had not boon provided by the applicant, indicating Staff had
conditioned the project to paint the parapet to match the proposed
building color. Staff indicated it appears as though the HVAC system
will not be immediately visible from the adjoining grades, due to the
graphic provided by the applicant. Staff did point out that as you
moved further away from the site, the angle would change and the HVAC
system may, in fact, be visible. Staff addressed the removal of two
mature tree species.
Anthony Matisi and Gwenythe Soave were present as the applicant's
representatives. A material board with the proposed building, parapet
and mechanical equipment colors was provided. They pointed out that
the line of site drawing was done not taking into account the existing
trees which are 10 feet above the roof line and, therefore, the plan
as drawn is an accurate depiction and visibility of the HVAC system
will not be available.
Two of the Conunittcc Members expressed their concerns about the second
floor of the existing parking structure and the addition of the two
proposed lights creating glare offsite. The applicant's
representative referred to Plan E-1 which provides a photometric
outlay of the lighting on site, indicating that same offsite lighting
would occur on the south side of the parcel and the west parcel,
however, indicates that Tandem currently owns and occupies that parcel
and additionally the amount of glare is minimal.
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DECISION:
4`�` On a 5 - 0 vote, Application ASAC 51,913.1 was approved pursuant to the
findings and conditions contained within the Model Resolution with
Condition 11 modified and the addition of Condition 12 and 13 as follows:
11. The landscape plan must be certified by a registered landscape
architect as being in conformance with the Xeriscape Guidelines
prior to the issuance of the building permit.
12. The roof top mounted air handling unit must be painted to match
the building color.
13. The proposed lighting shall not encroach into any public
right-of-way.
6. Application ASAC 51,910.1 - Arco Gas Station Requesting review and
approval to remove and replace an existing service bay entrance door
and replace it with an aluminum door with a smog door decal clearance
decal and remove the existing building mounted sign and replace it
with two building mounted signs and to reface a portion of the
existing monument sign. Located at 10625 North DeAnza Boulevard,
northwest corner of Valley Green Drive.
Michele Bjurman reviewed the Staff Comments and indicated that the
proposed side elevation signage was redundant and any northbound
traffic on DeAnza Boulevard, would have views of the existing signage
on the southeast face. Additionally, Staff pointed out the colors
proposed are yellow fascia with blue lettering and recommends
approving a Clark blue fascia with yellow letters in order to be
consistent with the existing building materials, signage, and also for
more compatibility with the•surroundings.
Gary McDaniels, the applicant's signage consultant, was available for
comment. Mr. McDaniels expressed his request to the Committee that
they consider upholding Arcos' request regarding the color palette and
the addition of one additional sign.
Committee Member Hoxsie pointed out that the Arco station on Silverado
(ASAC 51,911.1 - Item 7) had already installed the revised monument
sign prior to coming before this Committee for review.
DECISION:
On a 5 - 0 vote, Application 51,910.1 was approved pursuant to the
findings and additions contained within the Model Resolution with the
addition of one finding and with the revision of Conditions 11, 12, and
13, and the addition of Condition 14 to read as follows:
Finding 2 .- The proposed left side sign is redundant.
Condition 11 - The door decal is not approved.
Condition 12 - The front elevation colors should be as follows:
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' 0 A. Fascia - dark blue
B. Lettering - white or yellow
(Refer to color board in ASAC 51,911.1 or 51,910.1)
C. The wording "Express Test and Repair" is not approved.
Condition 13 - the monument sign colors should be:
A. Lettering - dark blue
B. Fascia - yellow
Condition 14 - the clearance dean 1 is approved with the exception that
height, location, and wording information be provided to Staff for
their approval prior to issuance of the building permit.
7. Application ASAC 51,911.1 - Arco Gas Station Requesting review and
approval to reface existing building and monument sign and to replace
an existing service bay entrance door with an aluminum door.
The addition of a smog door decal and a clearance decal. Located at
10550 South DeAnz a Boulevard at the southeast corner of Silverado and
DeAnza.
Michele Bjurman reviewed the Staff Comments outlining that this
1111, application is similar to the prior application ASAC 51,910.1 in that
the color layout is yellow fascia with dark blue lettering. Staff is
recommending the fascia be dark blue with yellow lettering in order to
be more compatible with the building materials and the surroundings.
Staff also recommends denial of the decals.
Mr. Gary McDaniels, the applicant's representative, was available for
comment and again expressed his request to the Commission that they
approve his application as proposed.
DECISION:
on a 4 - 1 vote, with Committee Member WP1er reccntunending denial,
Application ASAC 51,911.1 was approved pursuant to the findings and
conditions contained within the Model Resolution with Condition 10, 11,
and 12 being amended and a new Condition 13 being added as follows:
Condition 10 - the approved colors for the building fascia are:
a. Dark blue fascia
b. Yellow lettering
(Refer to color board in ASAC 51,911.1 or 51,910.1.)
c. The wording "Express Test and Repair" is not approved.
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Condition 11 - The door decal is not approved.
Condition 12 - The monument sign colors should have a yellow
background with dark blue lettering.
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Condition 13 - The proposed clearance dera1 is approved, with the
exception that height, location, and wording information be provided
to Staff for their approval prior to the building permit issuance.
8. Application ASAC 51,909.1 - British Petroleum Gas Station Requesting
review and approval to replace an existing canopy with a larger
canopy, the addition of four gasoline dispensers and four new yard
lights. Located at 21855 Homestead Road on the northeast corner of
Highway 85 and Homestead Road.
Michele Bjurman reviewed the Staff Comments noting Staff's concern
about the over-illumination of the site. Staff indicated the BP
lettering, gasoline dispensers, canopy, and yard lights are being
proposed for illumination. Additionally, Staff referred to the
Municipal Code which discourages signage orientation toward freeways.
Rarbara Coenan, the applicant's representative was available for
comment. She offered the following comments regarding Staff's
recommendation:
The BP gas company feels that the internal illumination of the
gasoline dispenser bodies is needed for additional lighting of
the dispensers themselves. Further, it is felt by the
applicant's representative that the aluminum column which are
being recommended for denial by Staff is a more attractive and
1111 complementary feature to the site.
Miss Coenan provided some additional information regarding the
proposed yard lights indicating that they would be metal halide
at 16 feet in height and black anodized paint.
The Committee reached a consensus that the use of neon lighting along
the canopy line was not a needed feature to light the underside but an
architectural feature which was not supported.
Committee Member Hoxsie pointed out his concern regarding the prior
approval of the monument sign for price information, as a condition to
that approval, the three additional onsite signs which are reader
board signs, were to be removed and have not been done as of yet.
DECISION:
On a 3 - 2 vote, with Committee' Members Hoxsie and Weber rending
denial, Application ASAC 51,909.1 was approved pursuant to the findings
and conditions contained within the Model Resolution with Conditions 10,
13, 14, and 15 being amended and with the addition of Condition 16 to read
as follows:
10. The (BP) lettering shall be placed on the east elevation only and
the letter height is not to exceed 18 inches.
13. The gasoline dispensers shall not be internally illuminated and
shall not display the BP logo on the panels of the gas
dispensers.
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1110 14. The four yard lights are approved with the condition that
lumina re, lamp, and photometric data be provided for Staff
approval prior to issuance of the building permit. The yard
lights shall be metal halide, with a maximum height of 12 feet.
No offsite glare shall occur and the standards shall be painted
black anodize.
15. The composite aluminum column covers are approved.
16. Removal of the existing three price signs with the exception of
the monument sign must be removed prior to issuance of the
building permit.
9. Application ASAC 51,908.1 and ASAC 51,908.2 - Westfield Incorporated
Requesting a sign exception and a sign program for an existing
regional shopping center. By a 5 - 0 vote, the Architectural Site and
Approval Committee continued the item to the next regular meeting
because the applicant's representative was not present.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
10. Minutes of the regular ASAC meeting of July 23, 1990 was approved on a
5 - 0 vote with one modification to Item 7 regarding Chairman Gong's
statement which should read as follows:
111, Chairman Gong stated that a 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.
COMMITTEE REPORTS
Committee Member Weber, Chairman Gong, Committee Member Lim, and Committee
Member Jackson expressed their concern about the legibility of the plans
being provided to the Committee and the need for clarity of plans for
accurate decision making. Corraittre Member Weber expressed same concern
regarding Marchant Travel, located at 10413 Torre Avenue, as a condition
of approval for their monument sign, they were to remove the older
monument sign and that has not yet been done.
Committer Member Lim expressed some concern about the new Monta Vista Park
and Sports Center Complex signage that the Parks and Recreation Division
installed without the Architectural and Site Approval Committee's review,
comment ment and/or approval.
Committee Member Hoxsie pointed out that the public right-of-way landscape
plans, in front of the Blue Pheasant Restaurant on Stevens Creek Boulevard
was reviewed once by this Committee. Comment was given, however, the plan
has not came back before the board for final review and apparently, the
landscaping is being installed.
Committee Member Hoxsie further pointed out that the Allegro Center
located on the southwest corner of Rodrigues and South DeAnza Boulevard
have installed some four or five retail names to their monument sign and
they were not approved for that number of signs.
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0 STAFF REPORTS
Michele Bjurman pointed out the results of two ASAC items. Application
ASAC 9-U-83 - the Gregory Group - which was approved by the Architectural
Site and Approval Committee was denied by the Planning Commission for the
addition of approximately 1,000 square feet per residence in the Seven
Springs tract. Further, Application ASAC 51,905.1 - John Terborg - an
application requesting an increase in the height of their proposed
residence was denied by the Architectural Site and Approval Committee and
has been appealed to the City Council for August 20, 1990.
ADJOURNMENT
At 12:10 a.m. to the next regular mooting to be held August 27, 1990 at
7:30 p.m. , Conference Room A, City Hall.
PREPARED BY:
oe•, BY:
Michele Bjurman ,A,. •• •, Chairman
Planner I and.Site Approval Committee
ATTEST:
Doro y Cornelius
City Clerk
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