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TOWN OF LOS ALTOS HILLS May 5, 2016_
Staff Report to the Planning Commission
SUBJECT: SITE DEVELOPMENT PERMIT AND GRADING EXCEPTION FOR A NEW
SINGLE STORY RESIDENCE WITH:A BASEMENT AND BUNKER AND A
SWIMMING POOL; LANDS OF BIBL; 14407 KINGSLEY WAY; FILE #428-
15-ZP-SD
FROM: Genevieve Fernandez,Assistant Planner er
APPROVED: Suzanne Avila,AICP,Planning Director SA
RECOMMENDATION: That the Planning Commission:
1: Make the Grading Policy Exception findings in Attachment 1, and approve the project as
proposed, subject to the conditions in Attachment 2; or
2... Make the required findings and approve the project with modified conditions; or
3. Continue the project and provide the applicant and staff with direction for desired plan
modifications.
BACKGROUND
The subject property is a 1.03 acre parcel located on Kingsley Way off Altadena Drive. The
property is, located near Esther Clark Park (City of Palo Alto). The property is currently
undeveloped.
An abandoned road.(Lowell Avenue)located at the rear of the property was reserved for easements
at the time of abandonment, including easements for: water pipelines, sanitary sewer, public
utilities and pathway and equestrian trails as adopted in Resolution Number 121-88 (see
Attachment 6).
The project complies with Fast Track criteria, however, a grading policy exception is needed to.
allow the driveway to exceed the grading maximum by three feet in order to access the basement
garage and provide a compliant driveway. The project also includes two bunkers totaling 1,239
square feet. The bunkers are below grade elements that extends beyond the building footprint.
CODE REQUIREMENTS
A Site Development Permit is required for a new residence. As required by Municipal Code
Section 10=2.301(c) the application has been forwarded to the Planning Commission for review
because the project requires a Grading Policy exception involving a vertical cut of 13 feet or more.
The applicant has provided a letter of justification for the 'Grading Policy exception (see
Attachment 4). LAHMC Section 10-1.202 states that basements, including cellars and bunkers
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that are not located within the footprint of the building above may be permitted by the Planning
Commission. The Zoning and Site Development sections of the Municipal code are used to
evaluate proposed projects including floor and development area limitations, grading, drainage,
height, setbacks, visibility, and parking requirements.
DISCUSSION
Site Data:
Gross Lot Area: 1.03 acres
Net Lot Area: 1.03 acres
Average Slope: 5.6%
Lot Unit Factor: 1.03
Floor Area and Development Area (square feet):
Area Maximum Existing Proposed Remaining
Development 15,950* . 0 15,801 149
Floor 6,180 0 6,180 (13,399 total sq. ft.)** 0
*includes 500 square foot bonus for roof mounted solar
**5,980 sq.ft. basement exempt from MFA, and 1,239 sq.ft. bunker exempt from MFA (counts as MDA)
SITE AND ARCHITECTURE
The applicant is requesting approval of a Site Development Permit to construct a 6,180 square foot
single story residence with a lower level totaling 7,219 square feet inclusive of a 4,964 square foot
basement, 1,016 square foot garage, and bunkers totaling 1,239 square feet. The total proposed
floor area is 6,108 square feet exclusive of the basement/bunkers which are exempt since these.
elements are entirely below ground. .
The main floor of the residence has 6,180.square feet of living space consisting of a laundry room,
guest bedroom,office, gym/lounge,two full baths and two half baths,kitchen,family room,dining
room, living room and master bedroom.
The lower level is inclusive of 7,219 square feet of living space with two additional bedrooms, 3%Z
baths,two bunkers (1,239 sq. ft.), game room,workshop, and garage (1,016 sq. ft.).
The attic is located above the main floor and will remain inhabitable as defined by the building
code and will be no taller than seven feet as measured from the distance between the upper surface
of the attic floor to the underside of the roof above per.Section 10-1.202. Therefore, this area does
not count as floor area.
The proposed structure setbacks are as follows:
• Front: 50 feet(40 feet required) .
• Rear: 51 feet(30 feet required)
• North Side: 30 feet(30 feet required)
• South Side: . 50 feet(30 feet required)
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The maximum building height on a vertical plane is 20 feet and the maximum overall height of
the building from the lowest point to the highest point is 20 feet. The contemporary design presents
a low profile, and the variety of exterior materials including cement plaster,painted metal,finished
concrete, wood, stone and glass will provide interest and help break up the massing of the home.
Building elevations are shown on sheets A200 and A201 of the development plans,Attachment 4.
Story poles have been installed to aid the Commission in reviewing the proposed project.
GREEN BUILDING ORDINANCE
The project is required to comply with the Green Building Ordinance. The new residence is
designed to achieve 66 points under Build it Green's GreenPoint Rated program where a minimum
of 50 points is required for certification. Condition #15 requires the applicant to submit
documentation verifying that the new residence has been constructed to meet green building
certification standards prior to final inspection.
DRIVEWAY&PARKING
Pursuant to Section 10-1.601 of the Zoning Ordinance, a total of four on-site parking spaces are
required. The applicant is proposing a four car garage that is part of the basement level of the
house (see sheet A100 of the development plans). The driveway requires a grading policy
exception in order to access the basement level of the compliant basement. The applicant is
requesting to exceed the 10 foot maximum cut for a driveway adjacent to the basement garage by
three feet.
TREES &LANDSCAPING
The proposed project does not have any existing trees within the building location. A landscape
plan will be required after the new residence has been framed. Any landscaping required for
screening or erosion control will be required to be installed, and a maintenance deposit to ensure
viability of plantings will be collected, prior to final inspection and issuance of an occupancy
permit for the new residence.
OUTDOOR LIGHTING
The applicant is not proposing any exterior lighting at this time. All new exterior lighting shall be
approved by the Planning Department prior to installation and shall be shielded and down directed
lights on the exterior of the residence. Condition #10 requires outdoor lighting fixtures to be in
compliance with the Town's Outdoor Lighting Policy. A lighting plan will be reviewed and
approval by staff prior to acceptance of plans for building plan check.
DRAINAGE
The drainage system for the new development includes storm drain piping and a storm water
retention system in around the proposed residence. Pursuant to Section 10-2.503 of the Municipal
Code (Drainage Facilities Standards), the Engineering Department has reviewed and determined
that the proposed drainage design complies with Town requirements. The Engineering
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Department will review and approve the final drainage plan prior to acceptance of plans for
building plan check. Final "as-built" grading and drainage will be inspected by the Engineering
Department and any deficiencies will be required to be corrected prior to final inspection.
GRADING
Proposed grading incudes 5,150 cubic yards of cut and 325 cubic yards of fill,with export of 4,825
cubic yards. Most of the earthwork is excavation for the basement/bunkers and the driveway to
access the garage at basement level. Cut and fill depths are in compliance with the Town's Grading
Policy with the exception of the garage entry.
SANITATION
The property will be connected to the sanitary sewer system. Condition#27 requires the property
to complete the sewer connection prior to final inspection for the new residence.
FIRE DEPARTMENT REVIEW
The Santa Clara County Fire Department has reviewed the plans and is requiring a sprinkler system
throughout all portions of the new residence and garage. Fire Department requirements are
included in the conditions of approval#29-#32.
COMMITTEE REVIEW
The Environmental Design and Protection Committee commented that staff should review the
drainage of the site. All new residences are required to provide a grading and drainage plan
prepared by a registered civil engineer which is approved through the Engineering Department.
Condition#18 requires that the peak discharge at 14407 Kingsley Avenue not exceed the existing
pre-development peak discharge value of the property.
The Pathways Committee recommended that the property owner shall pay a pathway fee of$53.00
per linear foot of the average width of the property(Condition#28).
NEIGHBOR COMMENTS
As of the date of this report staff has not been contacted by any neighbors regarding this project.
CEQA STATUS
The project is categorically exempt from CEQA pursuant to Sections 15303(a) which allows for
the construction of one single-family residence and Section 15303(e) which allows for accessory
structures inclusive of swimming pools.
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ATTACHMENTS
1. Findings for Grading Policy Exception
2. Recommended Conditions of Approval
3. Worksheet#2
4. Letter from Applicant for Grading Exception
5. Resolution No. 121-88 regarding Lowell Avenue Abandonment
6. Development plans received
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ATTACHMENT 1
RECOMMENDED FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL OF GRADING POLICY EXCEPTIONS
LANDS OF BIBL— 14407 KINGSLEY WAY
1. The proposed grading is necessary to access the structure at the basement level and at the
same time maintain the requirements for a compliant basement and driveway. The
grading work and export will not take place during the Town's grading moratorium
(October 15 to April 15) and will be done in accordance with Town procedures for
grading and construction operations.
2. The proposed grading achieves the purpose of the Los Altos Hills Municipal Code
Section 10-2.702(c)which states: "The amount of grading, excavation or fill shall be the
minimum necessary to accommodate proposed structures,unless grading is proposed to
lower the profile of the buildings." Only a small area used to access the compliant
basement garage is exceeding the grading policy maximum cut of 10 feet, with the
greatest proposed cut resulting in 13 feet of cut.
3. The proposed grading will be consistent with grading provisions of the Site Development
Ordinance, including Section 10-2.401 which states the intent to limit adverse effects
from grading and Section 10-2.701 which states an intent to insure that the site, location
and configuration of structures are unobtrusive when viewed from off-site, that scenic
views are retained, that buildings do not dominate the natural landscape and that
ridgelines and hilltops are preserved.
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ATTACHMENT 2
RECOMMENDED CONDITIONS FOR SITE DEVELOPMENT PERMIT
FOR A NEW RESIDENCE AND SWIMMING POOL
LANDS OF BIBL, 14407 KINGSLEY WAY
File#428-15-ZP-SD
PLANNING DEPARTMENT:
1. No other modifications to the approved plans are allowed except as otherwise first reviewed
and approved by the Planning Director or the Planning Commission,depending on the scope
of the changes.
2. After completion of rough framing or at least six (6) months prior to scheduling a final
inspection,the applicant shall submit landscape screening and erosion control plans for review
by the Planning Commission. The application for landscape screening and erosion control
shall be accompanied by the applicable fee and deposit. The plans shall be reviewed at a
noticed public hearing. Attention shall be given to plantings which will be adequate to break
up the view of the new residence from surrounding properties and streets. All landscaping
required for screening purposes and for erosion control (as determined by the City Engineer)
must be installed prior to final inspection of the new residence. The landscape screening plan
shall comply with Section 10-2.809 (water efficient landscaping) of the Los Altos Hills
Municipal Code.
3. A landscape maintenance deposit in the amount of $5,000 shall be posted prior to final
inspection. An inspection of the landscape to ensure adequate establishment and
maintenance shall be made two years after the installation. The deposit will be released at
that time if the plantings remain viable.
4. Prior to beginning any grading operation, all significant trees that may be impacted by
construction or construction staging, are to be fenced at the drip line. The fencing shall be
of a material and structure (chain-link) to clearly delineate the drip line. Town staff must
inspect the fencing and the trees to be fenced prior to commencement of grading. The
property owner shall call for said inspection at least three days in advance of the inspection.
The fencing must remain throughout the course of construction. No storage of equipment,
vehicles or debris shall be allowed within the drip lines of these trees. Existing perimeter
plantings shall be fenced and retained throughout the entire construction period.
6. Exterior finish colors of all buildings shall have a light reflectivity value of 50 or less and roof
materials shall have a light reflectivity value of 40 or less,per manufacturer specifications. All
color samples shall be submitted to the Planning Department for approval prior to acceptance
of plans for building plan check. All applicable structures shall be painted in conformance
with the approved color(s)prior to final inspection.
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7. Prior to requesting the foundation inspection, a registered civil engineer or licensed land
surveyor shall certify in writing and state that "the location of the new residence and roof
eaves are no less than 40'from the front property line and 30'from the side and rear
property lines." The elevation of the new residence shall be similarly certified in writing to
state that "the elevation of the new residence matches the elevation and location shown on
the Site Development plan." The applicant shall submit the stamped and signed letter(s) to
the Planning Depaitnient prior to requesting a foundation inspection and prior to final
inspection.
8. Prior to requesting the final framing inspection, a registered civil engineer or licensed land
surveyor shall certify in writing and state that"the height of the new residence complies with
the 19' maximum structure height, measured as the vertical distance at any point from the
bottom of the crawl space or basement ceiling if excavated below natural grade, to the
highest part of the structure directly above(including roof materials)." The overall structure
height shall be similarly certified in writing and state that "all points of the building
(including chimneys and appurtenances) lie within a thirty-five (35)foot horizontal band
based, measured from the lowest visible natural or finished grade topographical elevation
of the structure along the building line and the highest topographical elevation of the roof of
the structure." The applicant shall submit the stamped and signed letter(s) to the Planning
Department prior to requesting a final framing inspection and prior to final inspection.
9. No new fencing is approved. Any new fencing or gates shall require review and approval by
the Planning Department prior to installation. Fences shall not encroach within any
easements on the property.
10. No outdoor lighting is approved. All new exterior lighting shall be approved by the Planning
Department prior to installation and shall be shielded and down directed lights on the exterior
of the residence. No lighting may be placed within setbacks except two entry or driveway
lights.
11. Skylights, if utilized, shall be designed and constructed to reduce emitted light (tinted or
colored glass, or other material).No lighting may be placed within skylight wells.
12. Fire retardant roofing(Class A) is required for all new construction.
13. All properties shall pay School District fees to either the Los Altos School District or the
Palo Alto Unified School District, as applicable,prior to acceptance of plans for building
plan check. The applicant must take a copy of worksheet#2 to school district offices (both
elementary and high school in the Los Altos School District), pay the appropriate fees and
provide the Town with a copy of the receipts.
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14. At time of submittal of plans for building plan check, the applicant shall submit one of the
following checklists to demonstrate compliance with the Town's Green Building Ordinance:
a. A GreenPoint Rated checklist with the building permit application to indicate that the
project will achieve a minimum of fifty (50) points. The checklist shall be completed
by a qualified green building professional and shall be attached to the front of the
construction plans. The construction plans shall include general notes or individual
detail drawings,where feasible,showing the green building measure to be used to attain
the required points.
b. A LEED for Homes checklist with the building permit application to indicate that the
project will achieve a minimum of forty-five (45) points or LEED certification. The
checklist shall be completed by a qualified green building professional and shall be
attached to the front of the construction plans. The construction plans shall include
general notes or individual detail drawings,where feasible, showing the green building
measure to be used to attain the required points.
15. Prior to final inspection and occupancy, a qualified green building professional shall provide
documentation verifying that the building was constructed in compliance with GreenPoint
Rated or LEED® certification.
16. Standard swimming pool conditions:
a. Lights shall be designed so that the source is not visible from off-site.
b. Drainage outfall structures shall be constructed and located to the satisfaction of the
City Engineer.
c. Equipment shall be enclosed on all four sides with a roof for noise mitigation and
screening.
17. For swimming pools, at least one of the following safety features shall be installed to the
satisfaction of the Town Building Official:
a. The pool shall be isolated from access to the residence by an enclosure(fencing).
b. The pool shall be equipped with an approved safety pool cover.
c. The residence shall be equipped with exit alarms on those doors providing direct access
to the pool.
d. All doors providing direct access from the home to the swimming pool shall be
equipped with a self-closing, self-latching device with a release mechanism placed no
lower than 54 inches above the floor.
ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT:
18. Peak discharge at 14407 Kingsley Avenue, as a result of Site Development Permit 428-15,
shall not exceed the existing pre-development peak discharge value of the property.
Detention storage must be incorporated into the project to reduce the predicted peak
discharge to the pre-development value. Provide the data and peak discharge hydrologic
model(s) utilized, as well as, the calculations of the peak discharge value prior and post
development. Determine the design peak runoff rate for a 10-year return period storm and
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provide detention storage design plans to reduce the predicted peak discharge to the pre-
development value. All documentation, calculations, and detention storage design (2 plan
copies) shall be submitted for review and approval to the satisfaction of the City Engineer
prior to acceptance of plans for building plan check.
19. The Engineer of Record shall observe the installation of the drainage system, construction of
the energy dissipaters,and completion of the grading activities and state that items have been
installed and constructed per the approved plans. A stamped and signed letter shall be
prepared and submitted to the Town prior to final inspection.
20. All hydrant use is strictly prohibited by the Purissima Hills Water District. A permit for
obtaining water for grading and construction purposes must be obtained from the Purissima
Hills Water District, and submitted for approval to the Town Engineering Department prior
to acceptance of plans for building check. The permit will authorize the use of water from
specific on-site or off-site water sources.
21. Any, and all, changes to the approved Grading and Drainage plan shall be submitted as
revisions from the project engineer and shall first be approved by the Town Engineering
Department. No grading shall take place during the grading moratorium(October 15 to April
15) except with prior approval from the City Engineer. No grading shall take place within
ten feet of any property line except to allow for the construction of the driveway access.
22. The driveway shall be required to be fully constructed prior to final inspection. An
encroachment permit shall be required by the Town's Public Works Department for all work
within the public right of way prior to start of work.
23. All public utility services serving this property shall be placed underground. The applicant
should contact PG&E immediately after issuance of building permit to start the application
process for undergrounding utilities which can take up to 6-8 months.
24. Two copies of an Erosion and Sediment Control plan shall be submitted for review and
approval by the Engineering Depaitinent prior to acceptance of plans for building plan
check. The contractor and the property owner shall comply with all appropriate requirements
of the Town's NPDES permit relative to grading and erosion/sediment control. The first 100
feet of the driveway shall be rocked during construction and all cut and fill slopes shall be
protected from erosion. All areas on the site that have the native soil disturbed shall be
protected for erosion control during the rainy season and shall be replanted prior to final
inspection.
25. Two copies of a Grading and Construction Operation plan shall be submitted by the property
owner for review and approval by the City Engineer and Planning Director prior to
acceptance of plans for building plan check. The grading/construction operation plan shall
address truck traffic issues regarding dust, noise, and vehicular and pedestrian traffic safety
on Kingsley Avenue and surrounding roadways,storage of construction materials,placement
of sanitary facilities, parking for construction vehicles, clean-up area, and parking for
construction personnel. A debris box (trash dumpster) shall be placed on site for collection
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of construction debris. Arrangements must be made with the GreenWaste Recovery, Inc.for
the debris box, since they have a franchise with the Town and no other hauler is allowed
within the Town limits.
26. The property owner shall inform the Town of any damage and shall repair any damage caused
by the construction of the project to pathways, private driveways, and public and private
roadways,prior to final inspection and release of occupancy permits and shall provide the
Town with photographs of the existing conditions of the roadways and pathways prior to
acceptance of plans for building plan check
27. The property owner shall be required to connect to the public sanitary sewer prior to final
inspection. A sewer hookup permit shall be required by the Town's Public Works
Department prior to acceptance of plans for building plan check An encroachment permit
shall be required for all work proposed within the sanitary sewer easement prior to start of
work.
28. The property owner shall pay a pathway fee of$53.00 per linear foot of the average width of
the property prior to acceptance of plans for building plan check
FIRE DEPARTMENT:
29. An automatic residential fire sprinkler system approved by the Santa Clara County Fire
Department shall be included in all portions of the dwelling. Covered porches,patios,balconies,
and attic space may require sprinkler coverage. A Fire Department Connection(FDC) shall be
provided. The FDC shall consist of at least one 2.5"hose connection that is connected to the
sprinkler riser with a pipe not less than the diameter of the sprinkler riser. A State of California
licensed (C-16)Fire Protection Contractor shall submit plans, calculations, a completed permit
application and appropriate fees to the Fire Department for review and approval prior to
beginning their work. The fire sprinkler system installation shall be inspected and approved by
the Fire Department,prior to final inspection and occupancy of the new residence.
30. Potable water supplies shall be protected from contamination cause by fire protection water
supplies. It is the responsibility of the applicant and any contractors to contact the water
purveyor supplying the site of such project, and to comply with the requirements of that
purveyor. Such requirements shall be incorporated into the design of any water based fire
protection systems, and/or fire suppression water supply systems or storage.
31. All construction shall comply with applicable provisions of the CFC Chapter 33 and Standard
Detail and Specifications SI-7.
32. Approved numbers or addresses shall be placed on all new and existing buildings in such a
position that it is plainly visible and legible from the street or road fronting the property.
Numbers shall contrast with their background.
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CONDITION NUMBERS 6, 13, 18,20, 24,25, 26, 27 and 28 SHALL BE COMPLETED AND
SIGNED OFF BY THE PLANNING DEPARTMENT AND THE ENGINEERING
DEPARTMENT PRIOR TO ACCEPTANCE OF CONSTRUCTION PLANS FOR PLAN
CHECK BY THE BUILDING DEPARTMENT.
Project approval may be appealed if done so in writing within 22 days of the date of this notice.
The building permit cannot be issued until the appeal period has lapsed. The applicant may submit
construction plans to the Building Department after May 27, 2016 provided the applicant has
completed all conditions of approval required prior to acceptance of plans for building plan check.
Upon completion of the construction, a final inspection shall be required to be set with the
Planning and Engineering Departments two weeks prior to final building inspection approval.
NOTE: The Site Development permit is valid for one year from the approval date (until May 5,
2017). All required building permits must be obtained within that year and work on items not
requiring a building permit shall be commenced within one year and completed within two years.
ATTACHMENT 3
TOWN OF LOS ALTOS HILLS
PLANNING DEPARTMENT
26379 Fremont Road•Los Altos Hills,California 94022•(650)941-7222•FAX(650)941-3160
WORKSHEET #2
EXISTING AND PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT AREA AND FLOOR AREA
• TURN IN WITH YOUR APPLICATION •
PROPERTY OWNER'S NAME ANDREAS BIBL&ANGELA GAW-BIBL
PROPERTY ADDRESS N/A APN: 175-021-121
CALCULATED BY Melissa Perkinson DA1126/16
1. DEVELOPMENT AREA Existing Proposed DA Credit Total
A. House and Garage (from part 2.A) 6,180 SF
B. Decking
C. Driveway and Parking 2,990 SF
D. Patios and Walkways 797 SF
E. Tennis Court
F. Pool and Pool Decking 4,173 SF
G. Accessory Building(from part 2.B)
H. Solar Panels-(ground-mounted)- LIGHT WELLS 422 SF
I. -*ny-Other-C-overage- BUNKERS 1,239 SF
Total 15,801 SF
Roof Mounted Solar Bonus
(LAHMC Section 10-1.502) yes X No SF 500 SF
Maximum Development Area-MDA(from worksheet#1) 15,450 SF
Maximum Development Area w/Solar Credit 15,950 SF
2. FLOOR AREA Existing Proposed Total
A. HOUSE AND GARAGE
a.First Floor 6,180 SF
b. Second Floor
c.Attic (783 SF)
d.Basement (4,964 SF)
e. Garage (1,016 SF)
f. Area over 17'
B. ACCESSORY BUILDINGS
a.First Floor
b. Second Floor
c.Attic
d. Basement
Total 6,180 SF
Maximum Floor Area-MFA(from worksheet#1) 6,180 SF
TOWN USE ONLY CHECKED BY Cat(1
DATE 14-. I b
ATTACHMENT 4
fAFIELD
ARCHITECTURE
March 22,2016
ATTN:
Town of Los Altos Hills
26379 Fremont Road
Los Alto Hills,CA.94022
Responses prepared by:
Stan Field,Architect I RIBA, SAIA,Int'1 Assoc.AIA
Field Architecture
974 Commercial St.STE 104
Palo Alto,CA.94303
The design is comprised of three pavilions connected by glass breezeways,which effectively reduces the scale.The
Kinglsey Ave.façade thus presents a narrow front while the two other pavilions are deeply set back from the street,
leaving large open areas for the planting and native landscaping.
Driveway,cars and garage doors are at basement level and out of sight,leaving the beauty of the site in its natural
setting.
We achieved only 4 points on the Fast Track Guide and are submitting to Planning Commission for two reasons:
1. Bunkers
2. Driveway Grading Exception
1. Bunkers
The two bunkers conform to code requirements namely less than 1,500 square feet and are 18 inches below
natural grade,therefore wholly underground.
2. Driveway Grading Exception
We wanted the Architecture to maintain a low horizontal profile set in this grassland ecology.From Kingsley
Ave.the main body of the house ranges from 16'-0"to 19'-0"well below the 27'-0"height limit.
The client needs to maintain all the above ground living spaces on one continuous level,necessary for their
parents' accessibility:
The full basement and 4 car underground garage determined the ground floor level,satisfying basement
conformance.By raising the entire house a full basement would not have conformed to the basement
requirements.
The exception is that a portion of the driveway/back-up area adjacent to the underground garage necessitates a 3-0"
grading exception.The driveway cut is only viewed from the basement level and out of sight from Kingsley Ave.
Therefore in order to maintain the low profile of the house this driveway cut was necessary..
Sincerely,
Stan Field
Architect IRIBA,SAIA,Int'l Assoc.MA
974 COMMERCIAL 5T.• STE 104 Palo Alto, CA 94303 I p 650 462 9554 www.fieldarchitecture.com
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WHEREAS, the City Council of the Town of Los Altos Hills, under and `'%
pursuant to the provisions of the "Public Streets, Highways and Service
Easements Vacation Law", Section 8300, et seq., Government code, did on the' Z,,,�
19th day of October, 1988, pass and adopt Resolution No. 112-88 declaring .
the intention of said City Council to vacate and abandon a portion of a certain .
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WHEREAS, a public' hearing was held on the. 16th day of November,
1988, in' the Council Chamber, Town Hall, 26379 Fremont Road, Los Altos „;�..
x Hills, California, whereat said proposed vacation and abandonment were duly 4.4.
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considered, and said matter submitted to said City Council for action; and s .,
i, WHEREAS, notice of said hearing was duly given and made in the time, 4;;
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form, manner and by publication and posting, in the manner required in the ;fit
aforementioned Statute, and proof thereof is on file with said City Council; `4ryt°
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WHEREAS, no protests, either written or oral, were filed with or '
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received by said City Council respecting said proposed vacation and It
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abandonment, and the Planning Commission having submitted its report and
recommendation; ?i
AND, said City Council being advised in said matter finds that, from all .4;?s
the evidence submitted, the above-described portion of a certain street
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'"reason of the following findings of fact: �
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1. The portion of the street to be abandoned does not provide access to tip,
anyresidences or 3
public facilities. There are alternative public streets
presently existing which would provide access to and from any residences
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which might be constructed in the future in the vicinity of Lowell Avenue. ''
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necessity does require the reservation of the hereinafter described easements ,.
and rights of way. ', ,
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NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT AND IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED by said City i`
: Council that the foregoing Recitals are true and correct.
BE IT FURTHER:RESOLVED by said City.:Council that the. portion. of the -1
street easement .described. in Exhibit "A" be and it is hereby vacated and
abandoned as being unnecessary for present or prospective public purposes; ';
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provided, however, there hereby is reserved and excepted from the vacation `5
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of the portion of the public street easement described in Exhibit "A", attached I.;
hereto and incorporated herein by reference, the permanent easement and
right at any time, or from time to time, to construct, maintain, operate, ¢ <'
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replace, remove and renew water pipelines, sanitary sewers and storm drains n,,,
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and other public utilities and appurtenant structures in, upon, over and =4v
across the property described in Exhibit "A" and P P Y pursuant to any existing
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franchises or renewals thereof, or otherwise, to install, construct, maintain,
repair, operate, replace, remove, renew, and enlarge lines of pipe, conduits, '4t.4,•
cables, wires, poles and other convenient structures, equipment and fixtures ';
0.in, upon, over, and across the property described in Exhibit "A" for the t'
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keep the property described in Exhibit "A" free from inflammable materialst-
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BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED.there also hereby is reserved and excepted
from the vacation of the portion of the public street easement described in =, �.''�`.
Exhibit "A" the following: "= _
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All that certain real property situated in the CITY OF LOS ALTOS 14:,
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