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103M Torre Avenue
Cupertino, CA 95014-3255
Telephone: 1408) 252.4505 ' -
FAX: 14081 252-0753
DEPARTMENT OF THE CITY CLERK
December 13, 1993
Peter Hou
13282 Pierce Road
Saratoga, California 95070
CITY COUNCIL ACTION - APPEAL OF PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION
REGARDING SIGNAGE FOR APPLICATION 9-U-93, PACIFIC COLLEGE OF
ACUPRESSURE MASSAGE LOCATED AT 19997 STEVENS CREEK
BOULEVARD
At their regular meeting of December 6, 1993, the Cupertino City Council directed that
staff meet with you and Mr. Emile Nijmeh, the owner of the property located at 19997
Stevens Creek Boulevard to discuss the issue of sign color and responsibility for the sign
program.
In addition, Council determined that Condition No. 6, Signage, of Planning Commission
Resolution No. 4476, shall be deleted from the conditions of approval.
I have enclosed a copy of the modified conditions of approval of Application No. 9-U-93.
If you have any questions or need additional information, please contact the Department of
Community Development.
Sincerely,
KIM MARIE SMITH
CITY CLERK
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cc: Department of Community Development Pacific College of Acupressure
Department of Public Works 19997 Stevens Creek Blvd.
Cupertino, CA 95014
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The recommendation of approval is based on Site, Floor, Elevation and Sign Plans dated
10/11/93 of Application 9-U-93.
2. STATE L.IC£NSE
This use permit is subject to final approval and issuance of the State License from the Council
for Private Postsecondary and Vocational Education. Proof of this final approval must be
submitted to staff immediately following the November 30, 1993, expiration of the temporary
state approval.
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The applicant shall assure that the provisions of this Ordinance is upheld and promoted by said
establishment.
4. APPROVED USES
A private school is approved to conduct two programs; one in massage and one in acupressure as
outlined in the applicant's August 6, 1993, letter. The hours of operation are limited to 7:00 a.m.
to 11:00 p.m. daily, except Friday and Saturday evenings to 7:00 p.m., as determined by the
massage establishment license hours. The applicant shall write a letter to the Code Enforcement
Department requesting a change of hours from the existing massage establishment license hours.
If future changes to the hours of operation are proposed, the Code Enforcement Department shall
be notified in writing. The number of students shall be limited to six (6) at one time. No
licensed massage therapist shall be permitted to supervise more than four (4) persons who have
been issued a Massage Therapist Trainee permit. Any interior or exterior remodeling, including
sign placement, shall require a building permit to the determination of the Building Department.
The City of Cupertino recognizes a 13 parking space deficit at the Center.
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City of Cuperti110
10J00 Tone Avenue
Cupmtino. CA 95014-3255
Telephone: (400) 252.4505
rA%: (4W) 252.075.3
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
October 12, 1993
Peter Hou
13282 Pierce Road
Saratoga, California 95070
Subject: PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION LETTER - APPLICATION 9-U-93
This letter confirms the decision of the Planning Commission, given at the regular meeting of October
11, 1993, approving a use permit according to the enclosed copy of the Planning Commission
Resolution No. 4476.
Please note these conditions carefully. Subsequent submittal of materials for building permits or other
entitlements %vill be checked for compliance with the conditions listed in the Resolution; discrepancies
may result in processing delays. Please contact our office if you have questions about this matter,
Please be aware that an appeal of this decision can be made within fourteen working days of the
decision. If this occurs, you will be notified of a public hearing which will be scheduled before the City
Council.
R
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Community Development Department
Enclosure
Resolution No. 4476
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9-U-93
CITY OF CUPERTINO
10300 Torre Avenue
Cupertino, California 95014
RESOLUTION NO. 4476
OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF CUPERTINO
APPROVING A USE PERMIT FOR AN ACUPRESSURE/MASSAGE SCHOOL
SECTION 1: FINDINGS
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission of the City of Cupertino received an application for a Use Permit,
as described on Page 1 of this Resolution; and
WHEREAS, the applicant has met the burden of proof required to support said application; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission finds that the application meets the following requirements:
a) That the use or uses arc in conformance with the General Plan of the City of Cupertino, and are not
detrimental to existing uses or to uses specifically permitted in the zone in which the proposed use is to
be located.
b) That the property involved is adequate in size and shape to accommodate the proposed use.
c) That the proposed use will generate a level of traffic over and above that of the capacity of the existing
street system.
d) That the proposed use is otherwise not detrimental to the health, safety, peace, morals and general
welfare of persons residing or working in the neighborhood of such proposed uses, nor injurious to
property and improvements in the neighborhood.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED:
Tliat aflcr careful consideration of maps, facts, exhibits, testimony and other evidence submitted in this
matter, the application for Use Permit is hereby recommended for approval, subject to the conditions which
arc enumerated in this Resolution beginning on Page 2 thereof; and
That the subconclusions upon which the findings and conditions specified in this Resolution are based and
contained in the Public Hearing record concerning Application 9-U-93 as set forth in the Minutes of the
Planning Commission Meeting of October 11, 1993, and are incorporated by reference though fully set
forth herein.
SECTION II: PROJECT DESCRIPTION
Application No.: 9-U-93
Applicant: Peter Hou
Property Owncr: Emile Nijmeh
Location: 19997 Stevens Crock Boulevard
Resolution No. 4476 (9-U-93) October 11, 1993
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SECTION I1I• CONDITIONS ADMINISTERED BY THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPT
1. APPROVED EXHIBITS
The recommendation of approval is based on Site, Floor, Elevation and Sign Plans dated 10/11/93 of
Application 9-U-93.
2. STATE LICENSE
This Use Permit is subject to final approval and issuance of the State License from the Council for
Private Postsecondary and Vocational Education. Proof of this final approval must be submitted to
staff immediately following the November 30, 1993 expiration of the temporary State approval.
3. ORDINANCE NO 1606 - MASSAGE ESTABLISHMENT AND SERVICES
The applicant shall assure that the provisions of this Ordinance is upheld and promoted by said
cstablisluncnt.
4. APPROVED USES
A private school is approved to conduct two programs; one in massage and one in acupressure as
outlined in the applicant's August 6, 1993, letter. Ilic hours of operation are limited to 7:00 a.m. to
11:00 p.m. daily, except Friday and Saturday evenings to 7:00 p.m., as determined by the Massage
Establishment license hours. The applicant shall write a letter to the Code Enforcement Department
requesting a change of liours from the existing Massage Establishment license hours. If future changes
to the hours of operation are proposed the Code Enforcement Department shall be notified in writing.
The number of students shall be limited to 6 at one time. No licensed Massage Therapist shall be
permitted to supervise more than 4 persons who have been issued a Massage Therapist Trainee permit,
Any interior or exterior remodeling, including sign placement, shall require a building permit to the
determination of tlnc Building Department,
5. PARKIN
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The City of Cupertino recognizes a 13 parking space deficit at the Center.
6. SIGNAGE
The applicant shall immediately hire a professional sign consultant to design a sign program for the
Center which includes a sign for the applicant that meets the code and intent of the Sign Ordinance with
regards to number of signs, color, material, size and text design. The sign colors shall be black, green
or red. The applicant may have only one sign for his unit, unless an exception to the Sign Ordinance is
granted by the Planning Commission under a separate exception application. The signage as shows on
the elevation plan is not approved. Staff shall coordinate with the applicant and a professional sign
designer to connplctc n final sign subject to staff approval and a building permit. The new sign shall be
installed within two months from this approval.
Resolution No. 4476 (9-U-93) October 11, 1993
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PASSED AND ADOPTED this Ilth day of October, 1993, at a regular meeting of the Planning
Commission of the City of Cupertino, State of California, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: COMMISSIONERS: Doyle, Mahoney, Roberts and Chairwoman Austin
NOES: COMMISSIONERS: Bautista
ABSTAIN: COMMISSIONERS: None
ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS: None
ATTEST: APPROVED:
Is/ Robert S. Cogan id Donna Austin
Robert S. Cowan Donna Austin, Chairwoman
Director of Community Development Cupertino Planning Commission
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