Loading...
HomeMy WebLinkAbout09-11-1967 Planning Commission Minutes (2) SUM24ARY OF MINUTES CITY OF SARATOGA PLANNING CO~4ISSION TIME: Monday, 11 September 1967, 7:30 P.M. PLACE: City Council Chambers, Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, California TYPE: Regular Meeting I. ROUTINE ORGANIZATION A. ROLL CALL Present: 'Commissioners Crisp, Johnson, Kasner, Norton, and Smith. Absent:. Commissioners McFall and. O'Rorke. B. MINUTES Commissioner Johnson moved, seconded by Commissioner Crisp, that the reading of the minutes of the 28 August 1967 meeting be waived and that they be approved as distributed to the Commission subject to the follow- ing changes: page 9. .paragraph 3. .line 2. . .delete "except in the case of public service signs" page 9. .paragraph 8. .lines 3 & 4. . .delete "and 2) if a recommend- ation from the Planning Commission is required, it could be realized after a request from the City Council"; motion carried unanimously. II.~ PUBLIC HEARINGS A. UP-138 - Clinton Lindseth, Vessing Road - Request for Use Permit for the Keepins of One (1) Horse - Continued from 28 August 1967 UP-138'wasre-opened for public hearing at 7:41 P.M. The Secretary stated that nothing new hag ~een added to the file. The Secretary read the Staff Report of 11 September 1967 recommending that the this Use Permit (UP-138) be granted subject to the conditions stated in said report. The applicant stated that he had planned to fence the entire yard and then build a corral using part of this fencing. Commissioner Smith pointed out that the boundary fence could not be used as part of the corral fencing. Chairman Norton explained that the horse could not graze in the entire yard and must be confined to the corral area. After discussion, Commissioner Crisp moved, seconded by Cgmmissioner Johnsqn, that the public hearing be closed (7:48 P.M.) on this matter; motion carried unanimously. It was moved by Commissioner Crisp, seconded by Commissioner~.,Johnspn,,-.~hat the Staff Report of 11 September 1967, relative to UP-138, be adopted and the Use Permit be granted subject to the conditions stated in the report; motion carried unanimously. -l- Plannin5 Commission Minutes - 11 September 1967 - Continued II. B. UP-139 - Brown and Kauffn~,nn, Inc., Northampton Drive - Request for Use Permit for Model Home Sales Office Public Hearing was opened at 7:49 P.M. The Secretary stated that Notices of Hearing had been mailed and then briefly reviewed this file. Chairman Norton inquired if the applicant planned to discontinue use of the model home sales office now z?in existence. Mr. Bob George, representing the applicant, answered that if the requested Use Permit is granted the use of the existing sales office will be terminated. No one else present wished to comment. The Secretary read the Staff Report of 11 September 1967 recommending that the subject Use Permit be granted in accordance with the conditions stated therein. Commissioner Crisp moved, seconded by Commissioner Kasner, to close the hearing relative to this matter; motion carried unanimously and the hearing was closed at 7:53 P.M. Commissioner Crisp moved, seconded by Commi'ssioner. Smith,'that.~the Staff Report of 11 September 1967, relative to UP-139, be adopted and the Use Permit be granted subject to the following conditions: 1) Use Permit is valid for a period of one (1) year. 2) Model Home to be used for sales only. Construction yard use is prohibited. motion carried unanimously. C. V-304 - Elisabeth Gaudreau, Saratoga Hills Road - Request for Variance · . in Connection with Reduction in Lot Size The public hearing on V-304 was opened at 7:54 P.M. The Secretary briefly reviewed this file and stated that the Notices of Hearing had been mailed and then read a communication submitted by the applicant explaining this request for Variance. Mr. Ole Berzins present to represent the applicant stated he had no further comments at this time. No one else present wished to comment. After a brief discussion, Chairman Norton (8:00 P.M.) closed the hearing for the evening and directed that V-304 be continued to the next regular meeting and referred same to the Variance Committee for study and a report. Commissioner Crisp, on behalf of the Variance Committee, arranged an appoint- ment with the applicant for 16 September 1967, for an on-site inspection of the property. D. V-305 - B. T. Galeb, Seagull Way - Request for Variance in Connection with Site Width , The Chairman opened ·the public hearing on V-305 at 8:01 P.M. The Secretary briefly reviewed this file and stated that the Notices of Hearing.had been mailed. -2- Planning Commission Minutes - 11 September 1967 - Continued' II. D. V-305 - Continued The applicant had no representative present. No one else present wished to comment. The Secretary explained that the o~erall.development~plan-=req~ested'.~in connection with SDR-710 and pertinent to V-305 had not been submitted by the applicant. In view of the foregoing, Chairman Norton directed V-305 be continued to the next regular meeting, referred this matter to the Variance Committee for study, and closed the public hearing for the evening at 8:03 P.M. Commissioner Crisp, on behalf of the Variance Committee, requested the Secretary to inform the applicant that the Committee would make an on-site inspection of this property on Saturday, 16 September 1967. E. V-306 - Herbert H. Mayr, Monte Vista Drive - Request for Variance in Connec- tion with Site Width The public hearing on V-306 was opened at 8:03 P.M. The Secretary stated that the Notices of Hearing had been mailed and that no communications had been received. The applicant was present and stated that 1) the subject site was located at the corner of Monte Vista and E1Camino Grande 2) it consisted of 2.4 acres 3) the property is suitable for a building site.and 4) the Health Department has no objections. Mr. Mayr, in answer to an inquiry form Chairman Norton, advised that his property was located just beyond the area scheduled to connect to the sewer line. Mr. Charles C. Smith, 19020 Monte Vista, stated that 1) he lived right across the street from the subject property 2) there is an enormous amount of rain fall in the area each year 3) as a result the soil is washed out at a great rate 4) he has brought in several loads of earth 5) drainage is a problem in this are~ 6) if a house is built on this property it will add to the existing problems and 7) the access consists of a private road which does not conform to City standards and should not have any more traffic. Mr. George Emerson, 18974 Monte Vista stated that 1) he concurred with the statments made by Mr. Smith 2) the private road has been repaired frequently 3) the proposed house would be closer to the road than all the other houses in the area and 4) he was, also, speaking for Mrs. Blauer, another resident of the area. Mrs. Montgomery, resident of the neighborhood, stated that 1) the excess- ive rain, also, affected her property and 2) since the additional load on the drainage system would present further problems she was opposed to the proposed Variance. After discussion, Chairman Norton (8:11 P.M.) closed the public hearing for the evening, continued it to the next regular meeting and referred same to the Variance Committee for study. Commissioner Crisp arranged for an appointment with the applicant for 10:00 A.M. on 16 September 1967, for an on-site inspection by the Variance Committee. -3- Planning Commission Minutes - 11 September 1967 - Continued II. F. UP-91 - William J. King, Panorama Drive - Review of Compliance with Conditions Public hearing was opened.at 8:12 P.M. The Secretary stated that Notices of Hearing had been mailed and then read a communication from Mr. Wesley Goddard that !) explained that one of the horses boarded on Mr. King's property was part of a 4-H project participated in by his (Mr. Goddard's) twelve year old son and 2) urged the relaxing of local regulations with regard to horses. Mr. King was present and confirmed the statements contained in the letter submitted by Mr. Goddard. No one else present wished to comment. Commissioner Crisp advised that Mr. King' had violated the Ordinance on two occasions: No. 1 - Mr. King had a horse on his property without a Use Permit and after it was reported he then applied for a Use Permit. No. 2 - After it was reported by a neighbor that Mr. King was.keeping.'more than one horse this public hearing was arranged to deter- mine the reason for this violation. The Secretary stated that Mr. King has now removed all the horses from his property. After a brief discussion, Chairman Norton (8:19 P.M.) closed the public hearing for the evening, continued it to the next regular meeting and referred same to the Subdivision Committee for study. Commissioner Kasner suggested that Mr. King attend the meeting of the Subdivision Committee to discuss this matter. Chairman Norton reminded the applicant that the Use Permit remains suspended until the Planning Commission determines what action should be taken. Commissioner Crisp stated that the question did not really concern so much~ the number of horses Mr. King had butwhether the Zoning Ordinance~is 'to~'be.. enforced. G. KOSICH AND ASSOCIATES - Nick Vukasovich, Saratoga-Sunnyvale Road - Informal Hearing - Request to Add Banks and Stock Brokerages to the List of Uses Permitted Under the C-S (Commercial Service) Zonin~ District The Chairman opened discussion for this informal hearing' and the Secretary stated nothing further had been added to the file. The applicant was present and advised'that this was not a purely speculative request but that he could not mention the names of his clients at this time. In answer to an inquiry from Commissioner Crisp, the applicant stated that realization of the'uses would take about ninety (90) days. -4- Plannin~ Commission Minutes - 11 September.1967 II. G. KOSICH AND ASSOCIATES - Continued Chairman ·Norton suggested that perhaps Insurance Offices could be added to the list of Permitted Uses at the same time as the requested uses. No one else present wished to s~eak. Chairman Norton closed the discussion for the evening, referred the matter to the Subdivision Committee and directed same continued to the next regular meeting. Commissioner Crisp advised that 1) the applicant might like to attend the Subdivision Committee meeting to discuss this request and 2) Mr. Vukasovich arrange an appointment with the Secretary, Mr. Walker. The applicant stated that he would like an appointment for Monday, 25 September 1967. III. BUILDING SITES AND SUBDIVISIONS A. SDR-703 - H. H. Sinclair, Saratoga Hills Road ~ Building Site Approval 2 Lots - Continued from 28 August 1967 ~. Louis Rapp, present to represent the applicant, expressed satisfaction with the proposed conditions of approval. Commissioner Crisp stated that due··to personal reasons he wished to '·dis·quat~- fy himse{ffrom voting on this matter. · It ~s moved by Commission Smith, Seconded by Commissioner Kasner, that the Building Site Committee Report of 11 September 1967 relative to SDR-703 be adopted and that the tentative nmp·(Exhibit "A", filed 20 August 1967) be approved subject to the conditions set forth in said report; motion carried unanimously, Commissioner Crisp abstaining. B. SDR-710 - B. T. Galeb, Seagull Way - Building Site Approval - 1 Lot - Continued from 28 Au8ust 1967 Commissioner Crisp advised that the Subdivision Committee is awaiting action on V-305 prior to making a recommendation relativa to SDR-710 and then requested a continuance of SDR-710 until V-305 is resolved. C. SDR-712 - Jerry Jordan, Michaels D~ive - Building Site Approval - 2 Lots ~ Continued from 28 August 1967 The applicant was present and questioned Condition II-C of the Building Site Committee Report of 11 September 1967. After reviewing this proposed condition, Commissioner Crisp stated that Condition II-C should not have been included as part of the proposed conditions of approval. Commissioner Crisp moved, seconded by Commissioner Kasner, that the Building Site COmmittee Report of 11 September 1967 relative to SDR-712 be adopted, sub- ject to the deletion of Condition iI-C, and that the tentative map (Exhibit "A-2", filed 6 September 1967) be approved subject to the conditions set forth in said report; motion carried unanimously. -5- Planning Commission Minutes - 11 September 1967 - Continued III. D. SDR-716 - Fred Zend Iranyl Pierce Road - Building Site Approval - 2 Lots Commissioner Crisp advised that the'Subdivision Committee is awaiting the submittal of a site development plan. and recommended that this matter be continued to the next ~egular meeting. RECESS AND RECONVENE IV. DESIGN REVIEW None V. CITY COUNCIL REPORT In the absence of Commissioner O'Rorke the Secretary gave a sumraary on items reviewed and action taken at the City Council meeting of 6 September 1967, with emphasis on the adoption of the Ordinance relative to Change of Zoning stating: 1. A Notice of Hearing would have to · be mailed to people within 500' of the proposed Change of Zoning 2. That the fee for Change of Zoning shall be established at $200. VI. NEW BUSINESS VII. OLD BUSINESS A. SDR-701 - George R. Thayer, Pierce Road - Request for Modification of Conditions - Continued from 28 AuSust 1967 Commissioner Crisp explained that the modifications requested were as follows: 1.Eliminate the curb and gutter requirements for the frontage of the property and 2. Change the A.C. requirement to oil and screenings for the entire Quarry Access Road. He further advised that the Subdivision Committee has agreed, with full concurrence of the Public Works Department, to eliminate the curb and gutter requirements but that all other conditions remain the same and that a new report will be approved rather than a revised one. It was moved by Commissioner Crisp, seconded by Commissioner Kasner, that the Building Site .Committee Report of 11 September 1967, relative to SDR-701, be adopted and that the tentative map (Exhibit "A-I", filed 10 July 1967) be approved subject to the conditions set forth in.said report; motion carried unanimously. B. SITE DEVELOPMENT PLANS The Secretary explained that the processing of a site development plan is usually accomplished through approval of either: 1)A tentative map (Exhibit "A") and separate site development map (Exhibit "B"). 2) A single map, (Exhibit "A"), combined into both a tentative map and site development plan. as stated in the report submitted by the Planning Director. -6- Planning Commission Minutes - 11 September 1967 - Continued VII. B. Site Development Plan - Cgntinued Commissioner Johnson moved, seconded by Commission Kasner, that the report of the Planning Director dated 11 September 1967, relative to site development plans,.be adopted and that the subject report be kept on file fo~ future reference; motion carried unanimously. VIII. COMMUNICATIONS A. WRITTEN 1. FLOOD CONTROL EASEMENT The Secretary read a communication received from Cheriel M. Jensen requesting relief from compliance with conditions relative to Flood Control requirements since the Flood Control has'used a portion'of the Creek fo~ dumping and this is in conflict with Specific Condition "G" of the Building Site Committee Report of 14 August 1967 in file SDR-711; which, condition sta'tes that the creek shall be maintained, as nearly as possible, in its natural state. Mrs. Jensen, also, requested reconsideration of Specific Conditions "B" and "D". The Secretary advised that it would be necessary to confer with the City Attorney to resolve this matter. 2. REQUEST TO GROW PLANTS The Secretary read a letter submitted.by Clara Hoffman, and Charles H. and Mary Louise Hinton requesting permission to use the property located at 12571 South Highway 85 for the growing of plants to sell wholesale. Chairman Norton 1) stated that a Commercial use could not be conducted in an'R-1 Zone and 2) inquired about the meaning of Horticultural Specialty a use listed in the list of permitted uses in the R-1 Zone. Commissioner Crisp inquired about the possibility of erecting a fruit stand on this property and the use of it to sell strawberries grown on the property. The Secretary explained that the strawberries could be grown on the property but not sold from same. After discussion, Chairman Norton directed the Planning Director to discuss this matter with the City Attorney and obtain a clear definition of the use Horticultural Specialty. B. ORAL 1. RECEPTION FOR GENERAL PLAN CITIZEN"S COMMITTEE At this time the Secretary reminded the Planning Commissioners of the invitation extended by the Mayor to attend the reception for the Citizen's Committee for the General Plan Review. -7- Planning Commission Minutes - 11 September 1967 - Continued VIII. B. ORAL - Continued 2. Chairman Norton acknowledged, with pleasure, the presence of Councilman Robbins, Mrs. Stark of the Good Government Group. He, also, expressed appreciation to Mrs. Stark for the coffee served at recess. IX. ADJOURNMENT The Chairman declared the meeting adjourned at 9:06 P.M. Respectfully submitted, Stanley M..Walker, Secretary Saratoga Planning Commission -8- CITY OF SARATOGA PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA TIME: Monday, 11 September 1967, 7:30 P.M. PLACE: City Council Chambers, Fruitvale Avenue, S~ratoga, California TYPE: Regular Meeting. ******************** I. ROUTINE ORGANIZATION A. ROLL CALL B. MINUTES II. PUBLIC HEARINGS A. UP-138 - Clinton Lindseth, Vessing Road - Request for Use Permit for the K__eeping of One (1} Horse - COntinued from 28 AuRust 1967 B. UP-139 - Brownand Kauffmann, Inc., Northampton Drive - Request for Use Permit. for Model .Home Sales OffiCe C. V-304 - Elisabeth Gaudreau, Saratoga Hills Road - Request for Variance in ~Onp~tion.~ith Reductig~,in Lqt...~ize D. V-305 - B. T. Caleb, Seagull Way - Request for Variance in Connection. with Site Width E. V-306 - Herbert H. Mayr, Monte Vista Drive - Request for Variance in Connection with Site Width F. UP-91 - William J. King, Panorama Drive - Review of Compliance with Conditions G. KOSICH AND ASSOCIATES - Nick Vukasovich, Saratoga-Sunnyvale Road - Informal Hearing - Request to Add Banks and Stock Brokerages to the List of Uses Permitted Un- der the C-S (Commercial Service) Zonin~ Distriq.~ III. BUILDING SITES AND SUBDIVISIONS A. SDR-703 - H. H. Sinclair, Ssratoga Hills Road - Building Site Approval - 2 Lots - Continued from 28 August 1967 B. SDR-710 - B. T. Caleb, Seagull Way - Building Site Approval - 1 Lot - Continued from 28 AuRust 1967 C. SDR-712 - Jerry Jordan, Michaels Drive - Building Site Approval - 2 Lots - Continued from 28 AuRust 1967 D. SDR-7!6 - Fred Zend.Irany,..Pierce Road - Building Site App.roval - 2 Lots IV. DESIGN REVIEW V. CITY COUNCIL REPORT VI. NEW BUSINESS VII. OLD BUSINESS A. SDR-701 - George R. Thayer, Pierce Road - Request for Modification of Conditions - Continued from 28 August 1967 V I I I. C OF~I'I~] ICAT I O N S A. ~ITTEN B. ORAL IX. ADJOUR~ENT -1-