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Home My WebLink About06/08/1983kw ON! PLANNING COMMISSION Town of Los Altos Hills 26379 Fremont Road Los Altos Hills, California u141 YY • [ iC 1 : C �•� Wednesday, June 8, 1983 Reel 105, Side II, Tract I, 500 -End; Side I, Tract II 000-500 Chairman Rydell called the meeting to order at 7:35 p.m. in the 'Town Hall Council Chambers. A. [BOLL CALL: Present: Commissioners Carico, Dochnahl, Kuranoff, Lachenbruch, Rydell, and Struthers Absent: Commissioner Stewart Staff: City Engineer/Planner John A. Carlson; Assistant Planner Pat Webb; Secretary Leslie Mullins B. OONSENT CAEE4DAR: Item Removed - B.1. Commissioner Lachenbruch Commissioner Lachenbruch corrected page 4, second paragraph, second to last sentence to add; after 'requiring" the following: excavation of. MarION SBMUED AND CARRIED: Moved by Lachenbruch, seconded by Struthers and passed to approve the minutes of May 25, 1983 as amended. Commissioners Carico and Kuranoff abstained from approval. MOTION SECONDED AND CARRIED: Moved by Kuranoff, seconded by Struthers and passed unanimously to approve the Consent Calendar, namely: 1. Setting Public Hearings for June 22, 1983 a) Lands of Alhouse, File #COP 1-83 C. REPORT FROM CITY COJNCIL MEETING OF aZE 1, 1983: cc, issioner Kuranoff reported the city Council approved the Tentative Map for the Lands of Fowle, discussed maintenance of storm damage, Edith Avenue Bridge. Jobn Carlson reported the Council also approved the Variance for the lands of Meringo - Feiler. PLANNING CONMSSION MNUTFS - JUNE 8, 1983 PAGE TWO D. PUBLIC HFARINGS: 1. lands of Gubain, lot #9, Tract #7187, 28605 Matadero Creek Court, Site Development Permit Referral for construction of a new residence and pool Mr. Carlson reported the Site Development Committee held a meeting on May 17, 1983 for review of the subject property for a request to construct a residence and pool, the caanittee felt they could not approve the re- quest due to the extent of grading and visibility of the developre t. Mr. Carlson indicated it was noted at the Site Developmnt meeting by the property owner that the grading could be revised and a landscape plan incorporated into the grog plan to show how the impact of the develop- ment could be softened. Mr. Carlson also noted the application is within the requirements of the zoning ordinances. Ccuvassion raised questions regarding off-site views, height of structure and landscaping. The Public Hearing was then opened. Mr. Peter Wallace, Environmental Design Connittee, expressed his concern over the plans subrAtted, noting after his review of the plans he felt the structure is requiring excessive grading and is requiring soil export; paving area is too large; would like to see another color for the structure other than white with a red roof; and the 3 story structure is very objec- tionable from off site views, indicating the structure should blend with the environment and that this proposal is not in keeping with the general spirit of the subdivision. Mr. Fred Bisaharat, Architect, inicated the plans have been revised since the Site Development meeting and have cut the excavation in half and also located the house more forward on the lot to avoid as much excavation as possible. Mr. Paul Reneau, Environmental Design Committee, speaking both as citizen and camdttee member he requested commission not to approve the plans, noting they lack purpose of landscaping to mitigate the effect of the house, and would like to know the types of trees, shrubs and bushes that are to be planted and their locations. Commissioner Kuranoff referred to the General Plan indicating this type of development on this particular lot is not in keeping with the purpose and intent of the Town's General Plan. Commissioner Lachenbruch indicated the structure curplies with all zoning ordinances set forth; noting however, the landscaping shown does not satisfy the landscape Policy Guidelines particularly at the East Elevation, noting the use of a whispy tree that would mature in height camarable to the facade which could be pruned so not to obstruct the view. ` Cmmassium discussed the use of a landscape berm to be incorporated into the landscape plans. The Public Hearing was then closed. pIFNNING CMATSSION mmMS - JUNE 8, 1983 PAGE THREE MXICN SECODIDED AM FAILED: Moved by Kuranoff, seconded by Struthers and [ failed by the following roll call vote to deny without prejudice, due to fir' the development which is not appropriate for this particular site and request a design less obtrusive using a step design, noting the current application is not in conpliance with the General Plan. ROLL CALL: Ayes: Canud.ssioner Kuranoff Noes: Camussioners Carico, Dochnahl, Iachenbruch, Rydell and Struthers Y=0N SECONDED AND CARRIED: bbved by Carico, seconded by Lachenbruch and passed by the following roll call vote to continue the Lands of Qubain, for new landscape plans (to return to full Planning CcRvdssion) camussion indicated it is the intent that a landscape plan be brought back addressing serious concerns expressed at this meeting. ROLL CALL: Ayes: Comnussioners Carico, Dochnahl, lachenbnich, Rydell and Struthers Noes: Cc missioner KurshOff Staff and architect are to meet prior to next meeting to discuss the intentions of the Planning Commission. E. OLD BUSINESS: 1. Application of ordinance #267 regarding fences Ms. Webb referred to her staff report of June 3, 1983, regarding application of Section 9-5.503 (b) height, noting the ordinance as is beanies confusing and taw perhaps unduly restrictive when applied to certain properties such as panhandles or flag lots, lots that are accessed at the end of minimally used private roads or easeaents and lots that have an unusually steep drop off along their front property line. Staff provided ccnmission with several fence applications that have coae in in the past that dealt with these particular items. oamii.ssioners and staff discussed electric fences and where they could be en- forced in the Municipal Cale. Discussion of gates and pillars relating to height limitation. Staff was requested to obtain ordinances from other cities relating to enforcement and return with rough draft for discussion on these items. 2. Satellite Dishes - Locations of known dishes in Los Altos Hills Ms. Webb noted at the last meeting a list was given of known locations of dishes; indicating so far only 2 applications have been received for installation. comassioner Lachenbruch noted in revising the Site Development Chapter we have incorporated a part relating to antennas and structures relating to landscaping. Commissioners were requested to give their input to staff, so that staff can simnerize and return with ideas for next meeting. 3. squirrel Guards - Ms. Webb indicated she has talked with representative from PP&T regarding the placement of squirrel guards in Ins Altos Hills, they have indicated they do not (have a location map, and at this time it is too early to determine the percentage AW of improvement of service; noting in other areas they report a 60% improvement rate. Ms. Webb further noted PT&T are willing to cane to a Planning Camiission meeting for a presentation at a later date. PLANNING Ca*USSION MIM3TES - JUNE 8, 1983 PAGE FOUR F. NEV BUSINESS: `y 1. Resolution #1256, landscape Policy Mrs. Julie Burian, Chairman E171vironmental Design, informed Oz ssion of the Emirnnmental Design Comnittees concern over enforcement of the present landscape policy, noting the committee received a directive frau the City Council to help and prepare a report. Mr. Paul Reneau, gave crnmission a rough draft of changes to Resolution #1256, noting they have encountered many frustrations of recamiending landscaping and having no enforcement Mr. Reneau urged caani.ssion to be very strong about the policy and enforcement and suggested that a new policy be established for the code procedure, perhaps adjusted dollar amwnt according to the amount of landscaping for the structure. Crnlnission asked staff to review the procedures and clearly define policies and to look into possible bond procedures and enforcement of the policies and guidelines to be followed. 2. Mr. Carlson reviewed the Planning Budget for 1983/84 fiscal year. coamission expressed their concern over organizational changes that may possibly effect their services. 3. APPOINffMU OF CHAIRMAN ADID VICE-CHAIRMAN OF THE PIANNING CCI�MISSION YOTION SBCOMED AND CARRIM: hbved by Carico, seconded by Iachenbruch and passed unanimously to appoint Rydell as Chairman, and Kuranoff as Vice Chairmen for another year term. G. AWOURN ENT: There being no further new or old business, the meeting was adjourned at 10:50 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Leslie Mllins ESngineering/Planning Secretary