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HomeMy WebLinkAbout09-03-1991 Planning Commission Minutes_ ,: •, -~' CITY OF SARATOGA - ~-• : ~ - PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES DATE: Tuesday, September 3, 1991 - 7:30 p.m. PLACE: Community Center, Arts & Crafts Room, 19655 Allendale Ave. TYPE: Adjourned Regular Meeting The meeting is a study session between applicants, interested citi- zens, staff to discuss continued applications, advance planning projects and general planning issues. The Planning Commission has a policy that no decisions will be made at these sessions. A written report will be made of the proceedings. ITEMS OF DISCUSSION 1. 7:30 ,p.m. DR-89-041.1 - DIVIDEND DEVELOPMENT former Paul Masson site - Route 85 & Saratoga Avenue. The study session is to allow the Developer to present revised site and architectural plans to address Planning Commission concerns raised at the 8/22/91 study session. Chair Moran welcomed the public and indicated the Commission's desire to receive information from the developer and the public. The Planning Director provided an overview of the revised site and architectural plans, the air quality reports prepared by the developer, and the study of the City Air Quality Consultant. He then responded to questions from the public and Planning Commis- sion. Dick Oliver presented the approved plans and a conceptual drawing showing expansion of the approved plans to three stories. Col. Barco mentioned that the precedent for a three story struc- ture was dangerous. He also admonished the Planning Commission to arrive at its decision independently and allow the Council to reach its own decision. Mr. Dennis Favero listed his concerns that the project has not been adequately studied: 1. Traffic, parking and impact on neighborhoods 2. Commissioner Tucker's concerns 3. Economic solvency of the developer 4. Precedent of a three story The Planning Commission then explored the following concerns with Mr. Favero: 1. Air Quality Study - need independent study prior to Planning Commission approval. ,_ 2. Demolit~.~,n The Cit needs to erc's y i e its authority to ~' hasten demolition. 3. Visual impact - consider using a model to explore relation- ship with neighbors. 4. Parking Garage - can the garage be lowered in spite of eco- nomic or functional concerns. Mr. Andy Beverett discussed the Senior Coordinating Council's concerns which are as follows: 1. Air Quality: There is a need for medical evidence to address the air quality concerns. 2. Santa Clara AMA will discuss the effects of CO on the elderly at their 9/18/91 meting which can be done prior to Planning Commission approval. 3. Need to have more studies to eliminate the ambiguity in air quality studies. Vic Monia suggested that the staff contact applicable agencies and boards to determine how standards are determined. A resident suggested that the metered on and off-ramps should be considered for air quality. The Planning Commission requested that staff prepare scope of work for next Planning Commission Meeting. Consider constructing a model and/or site poles. 2. 8:30 P.m• DIX - DR-90-021 15406 Madrone Hill Drive - The applicant has submitted revised plans reflecting a substan- tial reduction in floor area, height and decking from the origi- nally approved plans. The Planning Director reviewed the revised plans submitted by the applicant to scale back the initial approved plans. After considering various options to notify the neighbors of the downscaled plans, the Planning Commission concluded that the reduced proposal could undergo administrative approval. ADJOURNMENT -- 9:00 p.m.