HomeMy WebLinkAbout05-02-1989 Planning Commission Minutes CITY OF SARATOGA PLANNING COMMISSION
REPORT
DATE: Tuesday, May 2, 1989 - 7:30 p.m.
PLACE: Community Center Arts & Crafts Room, 19655 Allendale Ave.
TYPE: Committee-of-the-Whole
A. Presentation from Prospective Operator of the Senior Facility
Developer: Dividend Development Corp.
Project: The Vineyards and Villas of Masson
Prospective
Operator: Northern California Presbyterian Homes
Present before the Commission were Mr. Dick Oliver, a
representative of Dividend Development, Mr. Ralph Knight of
Northern California Presbyterian Homes (NCPH), and Mr. Andy
Beverett, a representative of the Senior Coordinating Council.
Mr. Knight gave a presentation regarding the NCPH organization
and their requirements for the operation of a senior housing
project such as the one proposed for the Masson property. Mr.
Knight stressed that no commitment had been made by NCPH to
operate the facility. Other NCPH projects within the Bay Area
were compared and contrasted with the proposed project. Mr.
Knight stated that, in order to be economically feasible, a
project of this type should have at least 280 units plus an
additional 66 health care beds. Mr. Knight described the
feasibility of the proposed project as marginal.
Mr. Beverett, Mr. Knight and the Commission discussed the
differences between rental housing and "equity-based" options.
Mr. Knight elaborated on some of the problems associated with
"condo" life care facilities.
The Commission discussed the impact that other facilities of
this type in the area may have on the proposed facility.
Monthly costs of providing skilled care services was also
discussed.
The Commissioners stressed their desire to secure an operator
for the facility prior to approval of the final development
plans. Mr. Knight stated that the NCPH Board of Directors would
render a decision as soon as possible.
B. Third Study Session to Review Draft Revisions to the Commercial
Districts
Planning Director Emslie reviewed the staff report, noting that
there were four issues outstanding, two that were Village-
related, and the two relating to other commercial district. He
reviewed the staff recommendation on each. City Attorney Toppel
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suggested some wording change on the section recommended by the
Heritage Commission, ie., that the findings relate to the
surrounding properties as well as the designated property
involved. Chairman Siegfried opened the item to the public for
discussion.
Mr. Grey, Saratoga Oaks Homeowners Association, expressed
concern about the potential for development on the property at
the end of Big Basin Way, and possible noise and privacy
impacts.
Jim Ross, Devon Avenue, thanked the Commission and the CSO's for
their prompt attention t the garbage problem at the Quito
Village Center. He recommended the ordinance include language
about "buffer zones", to keep noisy uses away from quiet areas.
Roy Anderson, Big Basin Way, said he was there on his son's,
Randy, behalf; he questioned the parking district ratios for
District #1, stating that the original allowance was 473-1/2 sq.
ft. per space and the ordinance was proposing 380 sq. ft. The
City Attorney will follow-up on this. He also asked for further
clarification on residential vs. commercial parking requirements
in parking districts.
Norm Hulberg, San Jose, suggested adding a requirement that
trash enclosures have doors. he also reiterated his concern
about requiring use permits for all types of restaurant uses.
John Rastatter, Springer Court, dittoed the concerns about the
properties at the end of Big Basin Way, as did Mr. Deina, also
of Springer Court. Chair Siegfried explained that any of the
uses and developments they were concerned about would require
public hearing by the Planning Commission and they would be
notified.
Holly Davies, Big Basin Way, expressed concern that 20%
pedestrian open space requirement in the CH-2 zone was
excessive, and asked if the front yard setback area was counted
in the 20%. Mr. Emslie replied that it was counted if the
treatment of the area was pedestrian in nature; this section of
the ordinance could be clarified to reflect that.
There being no further comments, Chairman Siegfried told the
public that their concerns would be addressed in revisions to
the ordinance to be prepared by staff and the City Attorney; the
ordinance would be scheduled for public hearing in June.
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C. DR-87-131 - Sinsleyr 12366 Crayside Lane
The applicant requests extension of approved driveway to a
circular driveway. The proposed portion of the driveway is a
23% slope. Two other driveways from the adjacent properties are
close to proposed new ingress/egress. Since the proposal does
not create hazardous conditions and will not increase the
impervious coverage significantly, the Commission would approve
the request.
D. DR-88-088r Davies~ 15215 Sobey Road
The applicant requests a minor modification to the plans as
approved by the Planning Commission for DR-88-088. The
modification involves change of the footprint of the home by 6"
to 1 ft. and will increase the floor area by 36 sq. ft. The
Committee felt the revision would be acceptable since no impact
will result and all the design review findings can still be
made.
Cosentine -
The applicant requests removal of a condition on the approved
Resolution DR-89- , which requires him to install a fire
hydrant. The Committee agreed to remove the condition since the
addition to the home is less than 50%. The applicant will be
required to install the fire hydrant if the total additions to
the home within a period of 5 years will be 50% or over of the
the existing home per City Ordinace 14-15.020.
The meeting was adjourned at
Respectively submitted,
Stephen Emslie
Planning Director
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