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HomeMy WebLinkAbout02/10/1969PLANNING COMMISSION TOWN OF LOS ALTOS HILLS MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING February 10, 1969 Chairman W. F. Minckley called the meeting to order at 7:47 P. M. at the Town Hall, 26379 Fremont Road, Los Altos Hills, California. The following members answered roll call: Commissioners Dawson, Hibner, Lachenbruch, McReynolds, Perkins, Weisbart, and Chairman Minckley. COUNCIL REPRESENTATIVE: Councilman Mary C. Davey. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: January 13, 1969. Correction: Page 3, BSA -50-68 (Zeitman, Phil), 7th para., Item 2, add the words 'part of the' to: "along the southerly part of the right of way;" Commissioner Dawson moved, seconded by Weisbart and carried unanimously, that the Minutes of January 13, 1969 be approved as amended. COMMUNICATIONS: 1. Acting Manager read letter from Melvin L. Hawley, urging the continued use of private roads with enforceable maintenance agreements. Commission concurred that Mr. Hawley's letter be referred to Commissioner Perkins, Chairman of the Private Road Committee, and that a letter of appreciation be sent to Mr. Hawley for his offer of assistance. 2. Acting Manager submitted and read petition, dated February 8, 1969, signed by 11 residents in the Manuella Drainage Basin, u3ap'ng that there be no further development until a drainage solution has been resolved for this area. Staff noted this petition pertained to the Tentative Map of the Moyer subdivision located on Campo Vista Lane, and additional comments concerning drainage would be submitted later in the Agenda. 3. Chairman Minckley referred to the preliminary Minutes of the Santa Clara County Planning Policy Committee, requesting Commissioners to submit comments or questions. 4. Chairman Minckley noted receipt of letter from Wm. Spangle & Associates dated February 1, 1969, which is in response to a request from the Private Road Committee, for a proposal in three phases to complete long range planning for a circulation element, amendments to ordinances, and preparation of a revised General Plan. Chairman Minckley`,Fequested the Commission to consider the approval of Phase I. Commission concurred to discuss this matter under Other Business. IAW ANNOUNCEMENTS: 1. Chairman Minckley announced a meeting of the Mid -Peninsula Planning Committee on February 14th at 9:30 A. M. at 70 W. Hedding Street, San Jose. ANNOUNCEMENTS cont'd.: r 2. Acting Manager announced that Mr. Henry Seward, developer of Hillcrest Estates Unit #3 was called out of town and requested that his Tentative Map be considered at a Regular Adjourned Meeting on February 24th. Commission concurred. 3. Acting Manager announced that the Bay Area Air Pollution Control Board has adopted a nine County ban on backyard burning effective January 1, 1970. COMMITTEE REPORTS: 1) Commissioner Lachenbruch noted recent land slides within the Town and the importance of adequate geological controls. Commissioner Lachenbruch recommended all Commissioners inspect a large land slide occurring on Lot #20, Page Mill Estates, near Amherst Court, which illustrates the magnitude of the problem. 2) Commissioner Perkins, Chairman of the Private Road Study, stated he has asked for responses from Sta-f avid ire Cl_isf to the interim private road study report reviewed at the last Study Session and when these are received, the matter can be more fully discussed at the next Study Session. NEW BUSINESS: ELECTION OF OFFICERS OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION AW Chairman Minckley declared that nominations were in order for Chairman. Commissioner Lachenbruch nominated William A. Perkins as Chairman. MOTION, SECONDED AND CARRIED: Commissioner Hibner moved, seconded by McReynolds and carried unanimously, that Nominations be closed and the Secretary instructed to cast a White Ballot for William A. Perkins as Chairman of the Planning Commission for a term of one year, expiring January 12, 1970. Chairman Minckley declared that nominations were in order for Vice -Chairman. Commissioner Dawson nominated Arthur H. Lachenbruch as Vice -Chairman. MOTION, SECONDED AND CARRIED: Commissioner Dawson moved, seconded by Hibner, and carried unanimously, that the Nominations be closed and the Secretary instructed to cast a White Ballot for Arthur H. Lachenbruch as Vice -Chairman of the Planning Commission for a term of one year, expiring January 12, 1970. Chairman Minckley declared that nominations were in order for Secretary. Commissioner Hibner nominated Priscilla R. Weisbart as Secretary. MOTION, SECONDED AND CARRIED: Commissioner Dawson moved, seconded by 4/ McReynolds and carried unanimously that the Nominations be closed and the Secretary instructed to cast a White Ballot for Priscilla R. Weisbart as Secretary of the Planning Commission for a term of one year, expiring January 12, 1970. -2- ELECTION OF OFFICERS cont'd.: Chairman Minckley expressed his appreciation to the Commission, Staff and the Town for their cooperation and backing, and turned over the gavel to the newly elected Chairman, William A. Perkins. Chairman Perkins expressed his personal thanks, as well as those of the Commission, to Commissioner Minckley for the tremendous task he had performed as Chairman and expressed the hope that this momentum would be carried on. In this vein, Chairman Perkins stated he would continue to open the Commission meetings on time and urged each Commissioner to advise the Staff when any tardiness or absence is anticipated. VARIANCES: 1. WOLFGRAM, R. C. (V-319-69) - Request for 15' reduction in rear and side setbacks to 15' for pool at 13750 Robleda Road. Staff report was presented, noting the proposed pool location appears to be the only reasonable location due to existing drainfield and landscaping on the property. Following an on-site inspection by Staff, a possible alternative of moving the pool location in a northerly direction to reduce required setbacks did not appear to have significant advantages. Noting the applicant intends to fence the rear property line and that no objections have been received, Staff recommended approval. Commissioner Dawson, of the Map Committee, inspected the property and supported Staff recommendation. Commissioner Dawson noted this is a pre- incorporation lot. Commissioner McReynolds, also of the Map Committee, noted the only problem he could foresee might be one of noise. Chairman Perkins asked for comments from the Floor in opposition to this variance. There were none. Mr. R. C. Plolfgram spoke in favor of his application, noting his intention to fence the pool area and that there were no objections from his neighbors after full communication with them. Commission discussion ensued concerning map deficiencies re contours and secondary structures. Staff noted only one contour was indicated for this property on the Town base map. MOTION, SECONDED: Commissioner Dawson moved, seconded by Lachenbruch that, pursuant to Section 65-906 of the State Planning Act, the Planning Commission recommends approval of the variance application of R. C. Wolfgram (V-319-69) for 15' reduction in rear and side setbacks to 15' for pool at 13750 Robleda Road. Commissioner Yibner moved to amend the Motion to include that sufficient plantings be provided on both sides of the pool to insure privacy and cut down on noise; Commission discussion followed on the operational means to insure that this condition was fulfilled and the Motion died for lack of a Second. Commission concurred that the Motion be amended to require a fence at the corner of the property where the pool will be located. Mover and Seconder concurred to include the amendment. VOTE: The Amended Motion for approval of the variance request was carried by a unanimous vote. -3- 1. MOYER, CARL (352-69) 2 lots, 5.54 acres, Fremont Road and Campo Vista Lane. `. Chairman Perkins relinquished the gavel to Vice -Chairman Lachenbruch, stating he would participate in the discussion but would abstain from voting due to drainage implications of this subdivision on his property. .Staff report was presented, noting the applicant is requesting that lot #1 be declared "Not a Building Site" until sanitary sewers are provided and road improvements are made at a later date. (Lot #2 has existing residence and guest house - no change proposed.) Staff reviewed conditions of approval of a 5 -lot Tentative Map submitted by Jean Saks approved by the Planning Commission in 1962, which later expired. Town Planner recommended against the subdivision of property without creating approved building sites. Town Planner further noted that a total potential development of approximately 16 lots could be served via Campo Vista Lane and that neighboring properties were affected in regard to road planning and improvements. Commission discussion ensued concerning drainage, future road development and improvement requirements, with Floor participation by Mr. C. Moyer, David Phares of Frahm, Edler & Associates, the applicant's engineer, Stanford Case, 26627 Snell Lane. The following points were clarified during Commission discussion: 1) It is necessary that the potential maximum development to be served via Campo Vista Lane be determined. This development will determine improvement standards, dedication requirements and neighborhood co - 4W operation re road improvements. 2) A drainage solution for the Barron Creek Basin must be provided in the very near future to enable further development in this area. 3) Even though lot #2 does not involve additional residences, it should be required to participate in necessary subdivision improvements for this property. 4) Section 3:40 of Ordinance No. 69 does provide for the waiver of improvement requirements, if it is clearly stipulated that the division of land does not qualify as a building site; however, consideration must be given to the long range planning desir- ability of this approach. Based on the above considerations and a request by the applicant for a continuance to the March 10th meeting, Commission concurred that this matter should be continued to March 10th and that the Staff should determine the potential circulation plan of the area, and also meet with the applicant and his engineer to review dedication and improvement requirements. MOTION, SECONDED AND CARRIED: Commissioner Minckley moved, seconded by Dawson and carried unanimously, that the hearing on the Tentative Map of Carl Moyer (352-69) be continued to the March 10th Planning Commission meeting. Vice -Chairman Lachenbruch returned the gavel to Chairman Perkins. -4- OTHER BUSINESS• 1. Chairman Perkins requested Commissioner Minckley to continue to serve on the Santa Clara County Planning Policy Committee. Commissioner Minckley consented. 2. Chairman Perkins requested Staff to furnish all members of the Commission with an up -dated copy of the 1" - 400' topography map. 3. Commission reviewed letter submitted by William Spangle & Associates, dated February 1, 1969, proposing a special study and implementation of a program to be undertaken in three stages: one stage would result in a preliminary circulation element, including street standards; in the second stage, the street standards would be translated into specific regulations for adoption in ordinance form or as official Town Standards; the third stage would include the preparation of a revised General Plan for the Town. Mr. George Mader, Town Planner, noted the proposed study would include several desirable general elements, including incorporation of a housing element, preparation of a Town land use inventory, determination of popula- tion holding capacities, determination of future traffic projections, etc. It was noted the estimated cost for the three phases may total $15,000 and that detailed review by the Commission would be desirable prior to budget preparation in April. Commission concurred that William Spangle and Associates should be requested to submit a final proposal to be placed on the February 24th Agenda for Commission consideration and possible recommendation. There being no further business, Chairman Perkins adjourned the meeting at 10:20 P. M. TO: NEXT REGULAR ADJOURNED MEETING: Monday, February 24, 1969, at 7:45 P. M. at the Town Hall. NEXT REGULAR MEETING: Monday, March 10, 1969, at 7:45 P. M. at the Town Hall. mam-2/10/69 -5- Respectfully submitted, PRISCILLA R. WEISBART Secretary Planning Commission