U-1994-05bCity Hall
10300 Torte Avenue
Cupertino, CA 95014-3202
Telephone: (408) 777-3223
FAX: (408)777-3366
OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK
December 8, 1994
Larry Guy
Landmark Development
21060 Homestead Road
Cupertino, California 95014
CITY COUNCIL ACTION - APPLICATION NOS. 3-GPA-93, 5-U-94, AND 20-EA-94 -
LANDMARK DEVELOPMENT. GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT TO CHANGE FROM
HIGH DENSITY (20-35 DWELLING UNITS PER GROSS ACRE) TO MEDIUM HIGH
DENSITY (10-20 DWELLING UNITS PER GROSS ACRE); USE PERMIT TO CONSTRUCT
5 TOWNHOMES ON AN 11,761 SQ. FT. VACANT PARCEL IN A PLANNED
DEVELOPMENT RESIDENTIAL ZONING DISTRICT. THE PROPERTY IS LOCATED AT
GARDENSIDE LANE AND RAINBOW DRIVE
At the regular meeting of December 5, 1994, City Council granted a negative declaration for the
applications, approved Application No. 3-GPA-93 per Planning Commission Resolution No. 4557 as
recommended, adopted Resolution No. 9248 and approved Application No. 5-U-94 per Planning
Commission Resolution No. 4558 with the following conditions:
1. Approval of the use permit is contingent upon adoption of General Plan Amendment 3-GPA-
94.
The recommendation of approval for a five unit residential townhome development with related
site improvements is based upon the site plan (Sheet () dated revised October 24, 1994, floor
plan (Sheet 2) dated November 24, 1994, and exterior elevations (Sheets 3, 4 and 5) dated
November 22, 1994, and site section (Sheet 6) dated revised October 25, 1994, except as may
be amended by the conditions enumerated herein.
The parking adjacent to the entrance drive (two spaces) shall be deleted from the site plan. The
project is approved with fifteen (15) parking spaces, with each unit having a two -car enclosed
Pnnred on Re wle0 Picer
Applications 3-GPA-93, 5-U-94 & 20-EA-94
Page 2
garage. The covenant, conditions and restrictions for the project shall require that enclosed
garage spaces be retained for parking, and not encumbered by stored materials. Said CC&Rs
�> shall also provide outdoor parking spaces not be occupied by RVs, boats, inoperable vehicles or
be used for long-term storage of vehicles, long-term storage meaning in excess of 72 hours.
4. LANDSCAPMG/FFNCENC,/SIDEWALK PLAN/LIGHTING
The applicant shall apply to the Planning Commission for formal approval of the landscaping,
lighting, and fencing details. Any existing perimeter fencing and retaining walls, that require
appropriate repairs shall be folded into said plan. With regard to the landscaping plan, large,
fast growing trees shall be planted along with east perimeter to reduce privacy impacts to
second story decks.
5. ; BUILDING'. MODIFICATIONS
The second story master bedroom windows facing the interior courtyard shall be redesigned in
order to orient the views away from one another. This may be achieved through the use of
small or clerestory windows, to the satisfaction of the Director of Community Development.
6. TENTATIVF MAP
This action is subject to receiving approval for a tentative map for a townhome development
including common open space areas.
7. TRACT MAP
The applicant shall prove to the satisfaction of the City Engineer that a 20 ft. public utility
easement does not exist along the southerly portion of said lot. If the easement exists, this use
permit shall be void.
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Street improvements shall be provided in accordance with city standards and specifications and
as required by the City Engineer.
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Curbs and gutters, sidewalks and related structures shall be installed in accordance with grades
and standards as specified by the City Engineer at the northerly side of Rainbow Drive and
adjacent to the subject lot.
Street lighting shall be installed and shall be as approved the City Engineer. Lighting fixtures
shall be positioned so as to preclude glare and other forms of visual interference to adjoining
Applications 3-GPA-93, 5-U-94 & 20-EA-94
Page 3
properties, and shall be no higher than the maximum height permitted by the zone in which the
site is located.
Fire hydrants shall be located as required by the city.
12. TRAFFIC SIGNS
Traffic control signs shall be placed at locations specified by the city.
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Street trees shall be planted within the public right-of-way and shall be of a type approved by
the city in accordance with Ordinance 125.
Grading shall be as approved and required by the City Engineer in accordance with Chapter
16.08 of the Cupertino Municipal Code.
15. QRAiNA .
Storm drainage shall be provided to the satisfaction of the City Engineer.
Surface flow across public sidewalks may be allowed in the R-1, R-2, and R-3 zones unless
storm drain facilities are deemed necessary by the City Engineer. Development in all other
zoning districts shall be serviced by on -site storm drainage facilities connected to the city storm
drainage system. If city storm drains are not available, drainage facilities shall be installed to
the satisfaction of the City Engineer.
The developer shall comply with the requirements of the Underground Utility Ordinance No.
331 and other related ordinances and regulations of the City of Cupertino, and shall coordinated
with affect utility providers for installation of underground utility devices. The developer shall
submit detailed plans showing utility underground provisions. Said plans shall be subject to
prior approval of the affected utility provider and the City Engineer.
WANEWIMMIS i wei Wel R 51 5WER
The project developer shall enter into a development agreement with the City of Cupertino
providing the payment of fees, including but no limited to checking and inspection fees, storm
drain fees, park dedication fees and fees for undergrounding of utilities. Said agreement shall
be executed prior to issuance of construction permits.
Applications 3-GPA-93, 5-U-94 & 20-EA-94
Page 4
a. Checking & Inspection Fees: 5% of Improvement Cost or $1,744.00 minimum
b. Development Maintenance Deposit: $3,000
c. Storm Drainage Fee: 51,290/acre=$438.00
d. Power Cost: $36.00 per street light
e. Map Checking Fees: $381.00 + (58.00' (# units-4)=$389.00
f. Park Fees: 59,000/unit
Electrical transformers, telephone vaults and similar above ground equipment enclosures shall
be screened with fencing and landscaping or located underground such that said equipment is
not visible from public street areas.
The developer shall dedicated to the city waterlines and appurtenances installed to city stands
and shall reach an agreement with San Jose Water Company for water service to the subject
development.
MINEFiReTEPME xem 5PRI am ffu 25
The applicant shall record an appropriate deed restriction and covenant running with the land
subject to approval of the City Attorney, for all parcels which share a common private drive or
private roadway with one or more other parcels. Said deed restriction shall provide for
necessary reciprocal ingress and egress easements to and from the affected parcels. Said
easements shall be recorded at such time as interest in one or more of the affected parcels is
initially sold or transferred to another parry.
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All applicable subsections of the RIC Ordinance (Chapter 19.44) regarding street improvement
requirements and covenants shall apply to the subject development.
The applicant shall record an appropriate deed restriction and covenant running with the land
for all parcels which share a common driveway or private roadway with one or more other
parcels as depicted on the tentative map of this application. Said deed restriction shall provide
for necessary reciprocal ingress/egress easements to and from the affected parcels. Said
easements shall be recorded at such time as interest in one or more of the affected parcels is
initially sold or transferred to another party.
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A reciprocal maintenance agreement shall be required for all parcels which share a common
private drive or private roadway with one or more other parcels within the tract. Said
Applications 3-GPA-93, 5-U-94 & 20-EA-94
Page 5
agreement shall be recorded in conjunction with recordation of the final map, and shall be
subject to prior approval as to form and content by the City Attorney.
Please review conditions carefully. If you have any questions regarding the conditions of
approval, please contact the Department of Community Development staff members for
clarification. Failure to incorporate conditions into your plan set will result in delays at the plan
checking stage. If development conditions require tree preservations, do not clear the site until
required tree protection devices are installed.
The expiration date for the use permit is December 5, 1996. (Section 6.4 of Ordinance No. 652 as
revised by Ordinance No. 1136).
Sincerely,
KIM MARIE SMITH
CITY CLERK
cc: Department of Community Development
Department of Public Works
Phillip Savio
Cupertino Sanitary District
20065 Stevens Creek Blvd.
Cupertino, CA 95014
Keith Kolker
Landmark Development
21060 Homestead Road
Cupertino, CA 95014
Doug Timewell
20681 Gardenside Circle
Cupertino, CA 95014
Mike Nielson
20643 Gardenside Circle
Cupertino, CA 95014
5-U-94
CITY OF CUPERTINO
10300 Torre Avenue
Cupertino, California 95014
RESOLUTION NO. 4558
OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF CUPERTINO
APPROVING A USE PERMIT TO CONSTRUCT 5 TOWNHOMES ON AN 11,761 SQ. FT. PARCEL
IN A PLANNED DEVELOPMENT RESIDENTIAL ZONING DISTRICT
$FCTION C: FINDINGS
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission of the City of Cupertino received an application for a Use Permit,
as described on Page I 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 residential use is in conformance with the General Plan of the City of Cupertino, and is 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 not 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:
That after 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 are 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 5-U-94 as set forth in the Minutes of
the Planning Commission Meeting of September 12, 1994, and are incorporated by reference though
fully set forth herein.
SECTION Hi PROJECT DESCRIPTION
Application No.: 5-U-94
Applicant: Landmark Development
Property Owner: Landmark Development
Location: Gardenside & Rainbow
Resolution No. 4558 5-U-94 September 12, 1994
Page-2-
SFCTION III: CONDITIONS ADMINISTERED BY THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPT.
I . Approval of the Use Permit is contingent upon adoption of General Plan Amendment 3-GPA-94,
2. APPROVED EXHIBITS 5
The recommendation of approval for a A unit residential townhome development with related site
improvements based upon the Definitive Development Plan consisting of Sheets 1-6 dated March 13,
1994, of Use Permit 5-U-94, except as may be amended by the conditions contained herein.
3. PARKING
The parking adjacent to the entrance drive (two spaces) shall be deleted from the site plan. The
project is approved with sixteen parking spaces, with each unit having a two car enclosed garage.
The covenant, conditions and restrictions for the project shall require that enclosed garage spaces be
retained for parking, and not encumbered by stored materials. Said CC&Rs shall also provide
outdoor parking spaces not be occupied by RVs, boats, inoperable vehicles or be used for long-term
storage of vehicles, long-term storage meaning in excess of 72 hours.
4. LAN DSCAPING/FENCING/St D.WA .K P .AN/ .1 HTIN .
The applicant shall apply to the Planning Commission for formal approval of the landscaping,
lighting, and fencing details. Any existing perimeter fencing and retaining walls, that require
appropriate repairs shall be folded into said plan. With regards to the landscaping plan, large, fast
growing trees shall be planted along with east perimeter to reduce privacy impacts to second story
decks.
5. RT JILDENG MOINFI CATION
The second floor master bedroom windows facing the interior courtyard shall be redesigned in order
to orient the views away from one another. This may be achieved through the use of small or
clerestory windows, to the satisfaction of the Director of Community Development.
6. TENTATIVE MAP
This action is subject to receiving approval for a tentative map for a townhome development
including common open space areas.
CONDITIONS ADMINISTERED BY THE PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
7. TRACT MAP
The applicant shall prove to the satisfaction of the City Engineer that a 20' public utility easement
does not exist along the southerly portion of said lot. If the easement exists this use permit shall be
void.
Resolution No. 4558 5-U-94 September 12, 1994
Page-3-
8. STREET IMPROVEMENTS
Sheet improvements shall be provided in accordance with City Standards and specifications and as
required by the City Engineer.
9. CURB AND G1rTTER IMPROVEMENTS
Curbs and gutters, sidewalks and related structures shall be installed in accordance with grades and
standards as specified by the City Engineer at the northerly side of Rainbow Drive and adjacent to
the subject lot.
10. STREET LIGHTJNG INSTALLATION
Street lighting shall be installed and shall be as approved by the City Engineer. Lighting fixtures
shall be positioned so as to preclude glare and other forms of visual interference to adjoining
properties, and shall be no higher than the maximum height permitted by the zone in which the site is
located.
11. FIRE HYDRANT
Fire hydrants shall be located as required by the City.
12. TRAFFIC SIGNS
Traff is control signs shall be placed at locations specified by the City.
13. STREET TREES
Street trees shall be planted within the Public Right of Way and shall be of a type approved by the
City in accordance with Ordinance 125.
14. GRADING
Grading shall be as approved and required by the City Engineer in accordance with Chapter 16.08 of
the Cupertino Municipal Code.
15. DRAINAGE
Storm drainage shall be provided to the satisfaction of the City Engineer.
Surface flow across public sidewalks may be allowed in the R-1, R-2 and R-3 zones unless storm
drain facilities are deemed necessary by the City Engineer. Development in all otherzoning districts
shall be served by on site storm drainage facilities connected to the City storm drainage system. If
City storm drains are not available, drainage facilities shall be installed to the satisfaction of the City
Engineer.
Resolution No. 4558 5-U•94 September 12, 1994
Page-4-
16. UNDERGROUND UTILITIES
The developer shall comply with the requirements of the Underground Utilities Ordinance No. 331
and other related Ordinances and regulations of the City of Cupertino, and shall coordinate with
affected utility providers for installation of underground utility devices. The developer shall submit
detailed plans showing utility underground provisions. Said plans shall be subject to prior approval
of the affected Utility provider and the City Engineer.
17. IMPROVEMENT AGREEMENT
The project developer shall enter into a development agreement with the City of Cupertino providing
for payment of fees, including but not limited to checking and inspection fees, storm drain fees, park
dedication fees and fees for undergrounding of utilities. Said agreement shall be executed prior to
issuance ofconstruction permits.
a. Checking & Inspection Fees: S 5% of Improvement Cost or $1,744.00 minimum
b. Development Maintenance Deposit: $3.000.00
c. Stonn Drainage Fee: 51,290/acre = $438.00
d. Power Cost: $36.00 per street light
e. Map Checking Fees: $381.00 + ($8.00 • (# units - 4) = $389.00
f. Park Fees: $9,000/unit
18. TRANSFORMERS
Electrical transformers, telephone vaults and similar above ground equipment enclosures shall be
screened with fencing and landscaping or located underground such that said equipment is not visible
from public street areas.
19. DEDICATION OF WATER LINE
The developer shall dedicate to the City waterlines and appurtenances installed to City Standards and
shall reach an agreement with San Jose Water Company for water service to the subject
development.
20. IN_ GRFSSfEGRESS EASEMENTS
The applicant shall record an appropriate deed restriction and covenant running with the land subject
to approval of the City Attorney, for all parcels which share a common private drive or private
roadwav with one or more other parcels. Said deed restriction shall provide for necessary reciprocal
ingress and egress easements to and from the affected parcels. Said easements shall be recorded at
such time as interest in one or more of the affected parcels is initially sold or transferred to another
party.
21. PRIVATE STREETS
All applicable subsections ofthe RIC Ordinance (19.44) regarding street improvement requirements
and covenants shall apply to the subject development.
Resolution No. 4558 5-U-94 September 12, 1994
Page -5-
The applicant shall record an appropriate deed restriction and covenant running with the land for all
parcels which share a common driveway or private roadway with one or more other parcels as
depicted on the Tentative Map of this application. Said deed restriction shall provide for necessary
reciprocal ingress/egress easements to and from the affected parcels. Said easements shall be
recorded at such time as interest in one or more of the affected parcels is initially sold or transferred
to another party.
A reciprocal maintenance agreement shall be required for all parcels which share a common private
drive or private roadway with one or more other parcels within the tract. Said agreement shall be
recorded in conjunction with recordation of the final map, and shall be subject to prior approval as to
form and content by the City Attorney.
CITY ENGINEER'S CERTIFICATE OF
ACCEPTANCE OF ENGINEERING/SURVEYING CONDITIONS
(Section 66474.18 California Government Code)
I hereby certify that the engineering and surveying conditions specified in Section III of this Resolution
conform to generally accepted engineering practices.
/s/ Bert Viskovich
Bert Viskovich, City Engineer
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 12th day of September, 1994 at a regular meeting of the Planning
Commission of the City of Cupertino, State of California, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: COMMISSIONERS: Austin, Doyle, Harris and Chairman Mahoney
NOES: COMMISSIONERS: None
ABSTAIN: COMMISSIONERS: None
ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS: Roberts
ATTEST:
Is/ Robert S. Cowan
Robert S. Cowan
Director of Community Development
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APPROVED:
/s/ Orrin Mahoney
Orrin Mahoney, Chairman
Cupertino Planning Commission
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NOTICE OF DETERMINATION
Applications 3-GPA-94, 5-U-94 and 20-EA-94
Landmark Development
At their meeting of December 5, 1994, the Cupertino City Council considered a_ rei ue t
for a general plan amendment and a use permit submitted by Cupertino Landmark . '
Development. ` = = < =
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The project is described as a general plan amendment to change from high (30 35 j
dwelling units per gross acre) to medium high (10-20 dwelling units per gross acre) and a
use permit to construct 5 townhomes on an 11,761 sq. ft. vacant parcel in a Planned
Development residential zoning district. The project is located at the comer of 60O31 4. 9
Gardenside Lane and Rainbow Drive.
The decision of the Planning Commission was to approve said project. The Planning
Commission, by filing a Negative Declaration on December 14, 1994, has determined
that the project will not have a significant impact upon the environment and, therefore, no
Environmental. Impact Report has been prepared.
The Negative Declaration has been prepared pursuant to the provisions of State and City
guidelines. A copy of said Negative Declaration is available in the Office of the City
Clerk, 10300 Torre Avenue, Cupertino, California.
l
I(oberta Wolfe
Deputy City Clerk
City of Cupertino
OTC 2 1 1994 JAN 2 1 1995
through Clerk
in posted
offices o he County
V. LQVeounty Clerk
gTEPH�N deputy
by
Please return to City Clerk's Office
10300 Torre Avenue. Cupertino. CA 95014
California Department of Pish and Game
CERTIFICATE OF FEE EXEMPTION
De Minimis Impact Finding
Project Title/Location Name and Address of Project Proponent (include county):
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Application No.(s): 3-GPA-94, 5-U-94 and 20-EA-94
Applicant: Landmark Development
Property Owner: Same
Location: Gardenside & Rainbow
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City of Cupertino, County of Santa Clara
Project Description:
General Plan Amendment to change from high 20-35 d.u./gr.ac,
to medium/high 10-1 d.u. gr. ac.
Use Permit to construct 5 townhomes on an 11,761 sq. ft. vacant parcel in a Planned Development
Residential Zoning District.
Findings of Exemption (attached required findings):
This is an 11,761 sq. ft. infill parcel surrounded on all sides by medium to high density residential
housing. There are no water ways on mountains nearby. No onsite trees or brush exists. No impact
to flora or fauna will occur.
Certification:
I hereby certify that the lead agency has made the above findings of fact and that based upon the
initial study and hearing record the project will not individually or cumulatively have an adverse
effect on wildlife resources, as defined in Section 711.2 of the Fish and Game Code.
(Chief Planning Official)
Title: Director of Commun'iy Development
Lead Agency: Celx of Cupertino
Date: December 5. 1994
City Hall
10300 Torre Avenue
Cupertino, CA 95014.3202
Telephone: (408) 777.3223
FAX: (408) 777-3366
OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK
October 5, 1994
Landmark Development
Attn: Keith Kolker
21060 Homestead Road
Cupertino, California 95014
CITY COUNCIL ACTION - APPLICATION NO(S). 3-GPA-93, 5-U-94, AND 20-EA-94 -
LANDMARK DEVELOPMENT - GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT TO CHANGE FROM
HIGH DENSITY (20-35 DWELLING UNITS PER GROSS ACRE) TO MEDIUM HIGH
DENSITY(10-20 DWELLING UNITS PER GROSS ACRE). USE PERMIT TO CONSTRUCT
5 TOWNHOMES ON AN 11,761 SQ. FT. VACANT PARCEL IN A PLANNED
DEVELOPMENT RESIDENTIAL ZONING DISTRICT. THE PROPERTY IS LOCATED
AT GARDENSIDE LANE AND RAINBOW DRIVE
At the regular meeting of October 3, 1994, the Cupertino City Council continued this item to the
meeting of December 5, 1994.
If you have any questions or need additional information, please call this office.
Sincerely,
KIM MARIE SMITH
CITY CLERK
KS/cs
cc: Department of Community Development
Department of Public Works
Mike Nielson Doug Timewell
20643 Gardenside Circle 20681 Gardenside Circle
Cupertino. CA 95014 Cupertino. CA 95014
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5-U-94
CITY OF CUPERTINO
10300 Torre Avenue
Cupertino, California 95014
RESOLUTION NO. 4524
OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF CUPERTINO
DENYING A USE PERMIT TO CONSTRUCT 6 TOWNHOMES ON AN 11,761 SQ. FT. PARCEL IN
A PLANNED DEVELOPMENT RESIDENTIAL ZONING DISTRICT
SECTION 1: FINDINGS
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission of the City of Cupertino received an application for a Use Permit,
as described on Page I of this Resolution; and
WHEREAS, the necessary notices have been given in accordance with the Procedural Ordinance of the
City of Cupertino, and the Planning Commission has held one or more Public Hearings on this matter;
and
WHEREAS, the applicant has failed to meet the burden of proof required to support this application, and
has not satisfied the following requirements:
1) That the use or uses are in conformance with the General Plan and are not detrimental to existing
uses specifically permitted in the zone in which the proposed use is to be located.
2) That the property involved is adequate in size and shape to accommodate the proposed uses. The
project creates a parking deficiency of 13 spaces which is considered unacceptable based upon the
site size, number of units and inability to count on -street parking to satisfy the need.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED:
That after careful consideration of maps, facts, exhibits, testimony and other evidence submitted in this
matter, the application for Use Permit is hereby recommended for denial by the Planning Commission of
the City of Cupertino.
That the subconclusions upon which the findings and conditions specified in this Resolution are based
and contained in the Public Hearing record concerning Application 5-U-94 as set forth in the Minutes of
the Planning Commission Meeting of May 9, 1994, and are incorporated by reference as though fully set
forth herein.
Application No(s): 5-U-94
Applicant: Landmark Development
Property Owner: Landmark Development
Project Location: Gardenside & Rainbow
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Resolution No. 4524 (5-U-94)
Page -2-
May 9, 1994
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 9th day of May, 1994 at a Regular Meeting of the Planning Commission
of the City of Cupertino, State of California, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: COMMISSIONERS: None
NOES: COMMISSIONERS: Austin, Harris, Roberts and Vice Chairman Doyle
ABSTAIN: COMMISSIONERS: None
ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS: Chairman Mahoney
ATTEST:
Is/ Robert Cowan
Robert Cowan
Director of Community Development
gAmm\peresosUu94d
APPROVED:
/s/ David Doyle
David Doyle, Vice Chairman
Planning Commission
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City Hall
10300 Torre Avenue
of Cupertino. CA 94014.3255
Telephone: (408) 777.3223
Cuneitjl1Q FAX: (408) 777.3366
OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK
July 11, 1994
Keith Kolker
Landmark Development
21060 Homestead Road
Cupertino, CA 95014
CITY COUNCIL ACTION - APPEAL OF PLANNING COMNUSSION DECISION
REGARDING APPLICATION 5-U-94, USE PERNUT TO CONSTRUCT SIX
TOWNHOMES ON AN 11,761 SQ. FT. PARCEL IN A PLANNED DEVELOPMENT
RESIDENTIAL ZONING DISTRICT LOCATED AT GARDENSIDE CIRCLE AND
RAMOW DRIVE
At the adjourned regular meeting of July 5, 1994, the Cupertino City Council referred the
subject item to the Planning Commission for consideration of a General Plan Amendment
designating that property as a 10-20 units per acre zone.
If you have any questions regarding this action, please contact the Department of Community
Development staff members for clarification.
Sincerely,
Kim M. Smith
City Clerk
cc: Department of Community Development
Department of Public Works
Doug Timewell
20681 Gardenside Circle
Cupertino, CA 95014
Mike Nielson
20643 Gardenside Circle
Cupertino, CA 95014
Pnnted on RecKW Paper
Citij of Cupertino
10300 Torte Avenue
Cupertino. California 95014
7"e1cphone: (408) 777.3308
FAX (408) 777-3333
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
May 10, 1994
Landmark Development
21060 Homestead Road
Cupertino, California 95014
Subject: PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION LETTER- APPLICATION 5-U-94
This letter confirms the decision of the Planning Commission, given at the regular meeting of May 9,
1994, approving architectural reivew according to the enclosed copy of the Planning Commission
Resolution No. 4524.
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.
si4eer ly,
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Michele Bjurman
Community Development Department
Enclosure
Resolution No. 4524
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