HomeMy WebLinkAbout05/14/1986PLANNING =AIISSICN
TUN OF IGS ALTOS HILLS
26379 Fremont Road
I Los Altos Hills, California
�r Wednesday, May 14, 1986
Reel 121, Side I, Tract II, 000-724
Cl� Carico called the meeting to order at 7:32 p.m. in the Town Hall
Council Chambers.
A. ROLL CALL AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
Present: Cmaiissirners Gottlieb, Kaufman, Iachenbruch, Siegel, Struthers
Chairman Carico
Absent: Conmissioner Yanez
City
Council Rep: Mayor FVhr an
Staff: Michael W. Enright, City Engineer; Nancy Lytle, Town Planner;
Leslie Mullins, Secretary
B.1. Carico - Commissioner Carico removed the minutes to correct
gage one, last paragraph to add "Planning,CmTnission had previously
approved an ordinance".
MOTION SECONDED AND CARRIED: Moved by Struthers, seconded by Iachenbruch
and passed unanimously to approve the Consent Calendar, specifically:
1. Minutes of April 23, 1986 as amended
2. Setting items for the May 28, 1986 Agenda:
a. Lands of Scarff, Preliminary Review of Variance Request
b. Study Session - Site Development Ordinance Procedures
(Camdssioners Kaufman and Siegel abstained from approval of minutes)
C. REPORT FROM CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MAY 7, 1986:
Commissioner Gottlieb reported the City Council approved Special Land
Use Permits for Nby on Dawson Drive and Nakajima on Horseshoe Court;
approved ordinance regulating signs and advertising signs; approved
antenna ordinance with change, eliminating weight front the criteria
on antennas which would go on to Site Development Camuttee; Council
heard a request from Mr. Green on Three Forks to allow minimum require-
ment for septic system, noting Council approved the waiver; (Mr. Enright
informed Co ssicn the request Was to not construct the 1008 expansion
%. drainfield); Council held discussion over local incentive program with
regard to safety; approve the contract in principle for the S -Curve
Project, allowing staff to negotiate with bidder to reduce costs to
closer match budgeted amount; to proceed with condemnation procedures
planning Co mission Minutes - May 14, 1986
Page Two
C. REPORT FROM CITY COUNCIL: (continued)
with Miller property for S -Curve Project; discussed proposal regarding
Height and Design Review as approved by Cmutission, noting a Draft
ordinance is to be prepared; discussion over the inadequacy of report
on Neary Quarry property; and Council asked that at next Study Session
for Site Development that Camdssion look into how Pathway, Environmental
Design and Roads & Drainage Committees are involved and the materials
they are supplied.
Carico noted she would like the Committees to all be invited to attend
the next Study Session.
Gottlieb noted a co mittee was appointed to work on "Noise Abatement
Camiittee" - Gottlieb, Mary van Tamelen and Louise Drmkert.
D. PDBLIC HEARINGS:
1. LANDS Cr WJNG, 13456 Mandoli Drive, Continued consideration of the
Appeal of March 19, 1986 Site Development Camtittee approval of
pennit for dish antenna - Review of Landscape Plan
Ms. Lytle referred to her Staff Report dated May 7, 1986, noting at
the April 9, 1986 meeting, the Camdssion held a public hearing and
continued consideration of the Ferrari appeal in order to allow the
Wong's to develop a landscape plan which mitigates the visual impacts
of the dish antenna as viewed from the Ferrari's property. Ms. Lytle
noted the Wangs have developed a landscape plan for C=issioners
review. Ms. Lytle recd miended the Cautdssim grant the appeal requested
kaw by the Ferrari's, and issue a revised Site Development Permit which
includes the condition that the landscaping proposed in the plan dated
"Received, May 5, 1986" be required prior to final of building permit.
The Public Hearing was then opened.
Mr. Wong, 13456 Mandoli Drive, explained to Commission the eventual
height of the proposed plantings and maintenance of existing trees.
Mr. Ferrari, 13434 Mandoli Drive, questioned who would be the final of
judge of what is going to be planted and how do we know that it is
adequate?
Ms. Lytle noted either staff or environmental design co mdttee would
be responsible to see that the plantings shown on the May 5, 1986 sub-
mittal would be planted prior to final inspection.
Mrs. Ferrari, 13434. Mandoli Drive, referred Con nission to CC&R's for
the subdivision, noting existing trees are blocking their views,
questioned if eucalyptus trees on property line could be trimmed back
by the Town?
Camussimers assured Ferrari's that the plantings shown on the plan
will eventually help mitigate the view of the dish antenna, noting staff
( will ensure the plantings are planted according to the plan prior to
final inspection of the building pelmdt.
Planning Conmission Minutes - May 14, 1986
Page Three
D. PUBLIC HEARINGS: (continued)
1. LANDS OF W NG
MTBE SECONDED AND CARRIED: Moved by Iachenbruch, seconded by Gottlieb
and passed unanimously to approve revised Site Developrent Permit for
the Lands of Wong, 13456 Mandoli Drive for Satellite Antenna, with
condition that Landscaping proposed on the Landscape Plan dated "Received,
May 5, 1986" be required prior to final of building permit. Staff
was directed to inspect for implementation of lanscape plan when
planted prior to final inspection.
2. LANDS OF EORRALL, FILE CUP 1-86, 27800 Central Drive, Request for
approval of Conditional Use Permit for secondary dwelling unit.
Commissioner Lachenbruch excused himself from this item as he is a
neighbor.
Ms. Lytle referred to her Staff Report dated May 81 1986, informing
Ca ssion the applicant received zoning permit approval on February
26, 1986 and Site Development Permit on March 12, 1986, noting the
project did not require a Special Land Use Permit under Urgency Ordinance
#300 because the structure as ncdi£ied does not exceed 15' in height.
Ms. Lytle gave Camnission a description of the property and proposed
project in terms of the subdivision and zoning ordinance criteria.
Ms. Lytle noted in staff's opinion, the findings in Section 9-5.1107 (a)
i -iv, necessary to grant a Conditional Use Permit can be made, further
noting all requirements of Section 9-5.703 (k) can be met with the
proposal. Ms. Lytle recamianded the Planning Camussion adopt a motion
to approve the subject Conditional Use Permit subject to conditions of
approval attached to the May 8, 1986 Staff Report.
Cacmissioner Struthers questioned if a condition should be added to
require landscaping? Ms. Lytle informed CcnTrdssial a condition to
this regard is included in the Conditions of Approval of the Site
Development Permit.
The Public Hearing was then opened.
Mr. Hillard Reiser, 27660 Red Rick load, expressed concerns over drainage
runoff, noting in the past there have been problems; visual and noise
impacts frau the proposed use.
Mr. Lachenbruch, 11820 Buena Vista Drive, indicated very careful considera-
tion should be taken with regard to vantage points when landscape plan
conies throughfor approval as the site is very conspicuous as well as the
Proposed structure.
Mr. Keith Borrall, 27800 Central Drive, informed Cc mission he would like
to see law dense screening (noting pines and eucalyptus trees are not
correct) , noting he would like to get together with Mr. Reiser to settle
the landscape issue.
The Public Hearing was then closed.
�y MOTION SECONDED AND CARRIED: Moved by Kaufman, seconded by Struthers and
passed unanimously to approve the Lands of Borrall, File #CUP 1-86,
Conditional Use Permit subject to Conditions of Approval attached to the
May 8, 1986 Staff Report.
Planning Commission Minutes - May 14, 1986
Page Four
D. PUBLIC HEARINGS: (continued)
3. LANDS OF PRODRCMMU, FILE CUP 8-85, 14975 Page Mill Road, Request
by applicant for Preliminary consideration of the siting of the
proposed secondary dwelling unit
Ms. Lytle referred to her Staff Report dated May 7, 1986, noting in a
letter dated April 23, 1986 from Martin Kamph, the Prodraoou's are
requesting the Commission to consider the siting of the proposed secondary
dwelling unit prior to formal consideration of the Conditional Use Permit.
Ms. Lytle noted the reason for this request was in previous review of
this site, consideration concern was raised regarding the siting of
proposed structures. Ms. Lytle reconre_nded that the Planning Commission
discuss the siting and whether the Treasures proposed are sufficient to
support the necessary findings for granting of Conditional Use Permit,
noting the discussion is for the benefit of the applicant in designing
their plans and proceeding with their application.
Commission questioned if the NDA and Building Coverage conformed with
new formula guidelines; Ms. Lytle informed Commission yes this proposal
conforms.
The Public Hearing was then opened.
Mr. Martin Kamph, 303 First Street, Los Altos, informed Commission they
have redesigned the structure to move it as close to the house as possible
and back away from Page Mill Road, noting they have tried to keep close
to finished floor of the existing house for compatibility of the two
structures. Mr. Kamph noted the structures use is mostly for the owners,
and will be a sound wall for backyard, noting why this location would
be more desirable for the secondary unit rather than the swinming pool.
Mr. Kamph informed Cmmission the berm along Page Mill Road is not to
increase in height, but will widen and landscape to help mitigate the
proposed structure.
Mrs. Prodromou, 14975 Page Mill Pbad, informed Caanission the existing
residence has 2 bedrooms on the street side, and have never had a problem
with noise from the roadway, noting use of the cottage is for them.
The Public Hearing was then closed.
Comm, ssioner Gottlieb expressed concern over two dwellings located along
Page Mill Road, as previously mentioned during last review, noting a better
location would be in the back of existing residence and placing the pool
in the location proposed for the secondary dwelling unit. Gottlieb further
noted that by use of a breezeway, it would better mitigate the feeling of
two separate structures.
Commissioner Kaufman noted with proper landscaping for screening of the
structure and use of the berm with landscaping, the structure could he
very easily screened fon view of Page Mill Road, noting there is a
difficult design problem caused by the steepness of the lot, and mentioned
some reservations to placement of the swimming pool next to Page Mill Road,
for privacy reasons. Kaufman questioned the timing on discussion over
t siting at the Use Permit process?
Commissioner Siegel expressed no objections to the proposed siting of the
secondary dwelling, also feeling the landscape screening and berm would
help mitigate views of the structure.
Planning Commission Minutes - May 14, 1986
Page Five
D. PUBLIC BEARINGS:
3. LANDS OF PRODFa U (continued)
Chairman Carico indicated she agreed with Commissioner Gottlieb regarding
the siting of two structures along Page Null Road, noting lover with
proper screening as indicated by Commissioner Kaufman and Siegel that
it could be mitigated.
Commissioner Struthers expressed concern over the location of the structure
in relation to roadway and noise factor. Struthers questioned if the
breezeway Mould add square footage to the dwelling? Ms. Lytle informed
Commission a breezewav would he considered in the calculations for Building
Coverage.
Commissioner Lschenbruch indicated the most intrusion of the structure
Proposed is to the south west corner of the property, noting perhaps
the structure could be shifted so as to keep the same orientation, but
offset towardsthepatio and -not the street, thereby increasing the
open space by approximately 10' from roadway.
Ms. Lytle informed 0mdssioners there is a finding in the Conditional
Use Permit findings that Commission must find that the structure is
appropriately sited, noting that previously on this application the
Site Development Committee felt it was appropriately sited, and then
when the item came through to Commission for the Use Permit, the Commission
did not feel it was appropriately sited, noting to alleviate this from
happening in the future, staff would like to have both the Site Develop -
rent Permit and Conditional Use Permit processed simultaneously and
heard through public hearings on the same Commission Agenda. (To
discuss further under New Business).
4. LANDS OF Ct UZ O FARMS, FILE #CUP 8007-75, 24970 O'Keefe Lane,
Request for approval of Annual Review - Conditional Use Permit,
(cantinued from April 9, 1986 meeting)
Chairman Carico informed Commission a letter has been received from the
Santa Clara County Enviromental Health Services stating that Owlwood
Fames is now in cunpliance.
Ms. Lytle referred to her: Staff Report da ted May 8, 1986, noting that
as the applicant is now in compliance with the requirements of the
Health Department, Commission should adopt a motion to approve the Annual
Review with amendment to Condition 1, which reads as follows: 1.
This Use Permit shall be issued in the name of the above and after the
subdivision of Parcel #175-39-002, the Use Permit shall be voluntarily
surrendered by the permittee or revoked by the Tuan 90 days after the
sale of future Lot #2.
The Public Hearing was then opened and closed with no one speaking for
or against this item.
NOTION SECCNDED AND CARRIED: Moved by Siegel, seconded by Lachenbruch
and passed unanimously to approve the Lands of Oalwood Farms, Annual
Review - Conditional Use Permit, File #CUP 8007-75, with a ndnent
to Condition 1 as proposed by staff.
Planning Ca:mission Minutes - May 14, 1986
Page Six
D. PUBLIC HEARINGS: (continued)
5. LANDS OF BELI=I, FILE #TM 1-86, 26220 Moody Road, Preliminary
Review of Proposed 7pntative Nap, 11 lots
Ms. Lytle informed Commission and public, staff received a telephone
call from Mr. Bellucci earlier in the day, noting that he did not ask
for this review and would not be present. Ms. Lytle noted Mr. Paul
Nowack, Engineer, was in attendance. Ms. Lytle noted the public was
noticed as a courtesy.
Mr. Nowack indicated he felt this review would be very beneficial
to get some input as the Adobe Creek property is very controversial.
PASSED BY CCNSENSUS to withdraw the Lands of Bellucci, File #'IM 1-86,
from the Agenda.
6. LANDS OF SCARFF, 26026 Scarff Way, Request by applicant for
preliminary review of Variance request by John R. De eter
(Applicant has not completed submittal, continue to May 28, 1986 Agenda)
E. OLD BUSINESS:
1. Chairran Carico expressed the need for another Study Session to
continue discussion over the Site Development Caumittee process.
Commissioner Gottlieb indicated that if Site Development feels
site coloring and materials are inportant, the applicants should
make it available for part of the OmTdttee's review.
2. Comnissioner Struthers reminded Commissioners of the Forum to be
held Thursday, May 22nd, asking that all Cwunissioners cane, so
there is good representation by Los Altos Hills.
F. NEW BUSINESS:
1. APPOLNIM= OF CHiAIRMW AND VICE-CHAIRMAN TO THE PLANNING COMMISSION
Camussioners felt the appointments should wait until after selection of
the three C:onmission vacancies, to be appointed by Council in June 1986.
Ms. Lytle indicated according to the Planning Commissioners handbook,
that if the Comussion has a very strong Chairman, it should keep them
on for a longer time period than one year. Chairman Carico noted it
is good experience and would hope that all Commissioners are given a
chance for Chairman and would encourage all to tryl
MYIrICN SECOLIDED AND CARRIED: Moved by Siegel, seconded by Gottlieb and
passed unanimously to move appointments of Chairman and Vice -Chairman to
the first neeting in July, annually.
2. Commission questioned the Planning Commission Seminar, who would be
attending and if the seminars are useful? Ms. Lytle noted she would
be attending. Carico and Lachenbruch expressed their interest in
attending. Cammission asked Staff to investigate the amnmut of funds
budgeted in the 1985/86 Budget, if there is enough funds and how
many Commissioners world be able to attend the seminar, this will
be placed on the next Agenda for further discussion.
Planning Commission Minutes - May 14, 1986
Page Seven
F. NEW BUSINESS: (continued)
3. Camdssion and staff discussed handling of Site Development Permits
and Use Permits at the same tine, combine at the Planning Commission
level for ease of administration..
Passed by Consensus to hold public hearings for:Site Development and
Conditional Use Permits at the Planning Conndssion level.
4. Ms. Lytle informed Connission the City Manager would like to investigate
the issue of Landscape Bonds, noting she would like to agendize this
on the next Agenda.
5. Ms. Lytle informed Cmmmission of actions recently taken on the Neary
Quarry property, noting the County has provided staff with a
Mining ReclaMatim Packet, noting the County has determined it to
be incomplete and referred the applicant to ins Altos Hills for
further review and d ocumentation. Ms. Lytle noted staff has recently
met with a developer who is interested in annexation of portions of
this property to Los Altos Hills.
6. With regard to discussion over color and material use at Site Development,
Commission felt it necessary for the applicant to provide this informa-
tion to (mmittee for their review. Cammussion suggested staff review
the Matadero Creek CC&R's for appropriate wording.
7. Commissioner Struthers raised concern over property next to the Quarry,
off of La Loma in the County, noting she and Mary Stutz while on Site
Inspections found a road which goes through the property, which is
a very important path link, as this is within our Urban Service Area,
we should take in all those properties near us.
8. Commissioner Lachenbruch expressed concerns over judging whether certain
structures are appropriate to area, especially after our review of
Gigli Court and Accola property, asking for sole legal advice, noting
Commission needs to be legal, fair and consistent, noting he recently
saw an article on Ins Altos and suggested staff get in touch with than
to see what they are doing with this regard. Commission suggested this
be agendized for the next meeting and would like copies of the news-
paper article Iachenbruch referred to.
9, Planning Commission Representative to next City Council Meeting -
Cammissioner Yanez was to attend, as he is not present Chairman Carico
volunteered.
There being no further new or old business, the meeting was adjourned at
9:40 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Leslie Mullins
Secretary
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