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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY NO. 2, AGENDA ITEM: L k
MEETING DATE: May 6, 1992
ORIGINATING DEPT.: Planning CITY MGR. APPROVAL
SUBJECT: Waiver of Temporary Use Permit Fee
Sacred Heart Women's Club Annual Saratoga House
and Garden Tour
Recommended Motion: Approve request for fee waiver.
Report Summary:
Ms. Carol Mauldin, representing the Sacred Heart Women's Club of
Saratoga, has requested that the processing fee for a Temporary Use
Permit be waived.
The Temporary Use Permit would allow the "Annual Saratoga House and
Garden Tour" to be held on Friday, May 8, 1992. The tour involves
visits to four Saratoga homes and serves as a fund raiser for the Club
centered around a Mother's Day theme.
Approval of this request is consistent with previous City Council action
for fund raising events for non profit organizations. Because the
special event is being held at private residences, normal staff review
is minimal.
Fiscal Impacts: Filing Fee of $447.00 is waived.
Attachments:
1. Letter from Carol Mauldin requesting waiver of fees
Motion and Vote:
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PRESS RELEASE
ANNUAL SARATOGA HOUSE AND GARDEN TOUR PLANNED
GALA BLACK AND WHITE BALL TO FOLLOW
SARATOGA, CA The Sacred Heart Women's Club of Saratoga, CA has an-
nounced that their annual House and Garden Tour will take place on Friday,
May 8 between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Complimenting the Tour is a Black and
White Ball featuring live music refreshments, and a catered dinner, all to take
place starting at 7 p.m. at Renzo's in Campbell.
Conveniently coupled with the Tour is a Mother's Day Boutique featuring hand
crafted gifts and floral arrangements.
The tour features four homes that are each valued in the multiple million dollar
range, allure within walking distance of each other, and all are Tess than two
years old. Two of the homes has been decorated by Karyn De Boer the owner
of Tollgate Interiors of Saratoga. The Mother's Day Boutique will be located in
the garden of one of the homes. Throughout the tour, complimentary refresh-
ments will be served.
A gourmet lunch will be prepared by Chez Vous Catering and served outdoors
in a colorful, tranquil garden setting.
Parking will be at Sacred Heart Church and a shuttle service will provide
transportation to the tour site. The service will be available continously
throughout the day.
Admission to the Tour is $20.00 and admission to the Black and White Ball is
$62.00 each with all proceeds going to Sacred Heart Parish and Educational
Programs The price of admission to the tour includes transportation to and
from the parking area and complimentary beverages. The optional lunch is
$12.00. The price of admission to the ball includes dinner, dancing, and
beverages
Advance tickets for the tour, the luncheon, and the ball may be obtained by
sending a check payable to Sacred Heart Women's Club and a self addressed,
stamped envelope to Sacred Heart Women's Club, 12300 Fredericksburg Ct.,
Saratoga, CA 95070. Tickets will also be available the day of the tour and can
be obtained at the Sacred Heart parking lot throughout the day.
Additional information can be obtained by calling either 408 867 -3745 during
the day or 408- 867 -7173 in the evening.
SARATOGA, CITY COUNCIL
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY NO. 7 AGENDA ITEM
MEETING DATE: May 6, 1992 CITY MGR. APPROVA
ORIGINATING DEPT: Enqineerinq �/�t(1�
SUBJECT: SD 91 -002 (15425 Monte Vista Drive): Woolworth
Final Map Approval for Four Lots
Recommended gtior}:
1. Adopt Resolution SD 91 -002 granting Final Map Approval of
SD 91 -002.
2. Authorize the Mayor to execute the Contract for the Improve-
ment of SD 91 -002.
Report Summary:
Attached is Resolution No. SD 91 -002 which, if adopted, will grant
Final Map Approval for four lots located at 15425 Monte Vista
Drive. I have examined the final map submitted to me in accordance
with the provisions of Section 14.40.020 of the Municipal Code and
have determined that:
1. The final map substantially complies with the approved tenta-
tive map.
2. All conditions of the tentative map as contained in Planning
Commission Resolution No. SD 91 -002 have been completed or
are covered by the standard Improvement Agreement and secured
by appropriate and sufficient securities.
3. The Subdivision Map Act, the City's Subdivision Ordinance and
all other applicable provisions of law have been complied
with.
4. The final map is technically correct.
Consequently, I have executed the City Engineer's Certificate on
the final map and have filed the final map with the City Clerk
pursuant to Section 14- 40.040 of the Municipal Code for action by
the City Council.
Fiscal. Impacts;
None
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Attachments:
1. Planning Commission Resolution No. SD 91 -002.
2. Resolution No. SD 91 -002.
3. Contract for the Improvement of SD 91 -002.
Motion Vote:
RESOLUTION NO. SD -91 -002
RESOLUTION APPROVING TENTATIVE NAP OF
Woolworth; 15425 Monte Vista Drive
WHEREAS, application has been made to the Advisory Agency
under the Subdivision Map Act of the State of California and under
the Subdivision Ordinance of the City of Saratoga, for tentative
map approval of four (4) lots, all as more particularly set forth
in File No. SD -91 -002 of this City; and
WHEREAS, this Advisory Agency hereby finds that the proposed
subdivision, together with the provisions for its design and
improvement, is consistent with the Saratoga General Plan and with
all specific plans relating thereto, and the proposed subdivision
and land use is compatible with the objectives, policies and
general land use and programs specified in such General Plan,
reference to the Staff Report dated August 28, 1991 being hereby
made for further particulars; and
WHEREAS, this body has heretofore received and considered the
Categorical Exemption prepared for this project in accord with the
currently applicable provisions of CEQA; and
WHEREAS, none of the conditions set forth in Subsections (a)
through (g) of Government Code Section 66474 exist with respect to
said subdivision, and tentative approval should be granted in
'accord with conditions as hereinafter set forth; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission has conducted a duly noticed
public hearing at which time all interested parties were given a
full opportunity to be heard and to present evidence;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the tentative map for the
hereinafter described subdivision, which map is dated the 19th day
of September, 1991 and is marked Exhibit D in the hereinabove
referred file, be and the same is hereby conditionally approved.
The conditions of said approval are as follows:
1. Prior to submittal of the Final Map to the City Engineer for
examination, the owner (applicant) shall cause the property to
be surveyed by a Licensed Land Surveyor or an authorized Civil
Engineer. The submitted map shall show the existence of a
monument at all external property corner locations, either
found or set. The submitted map shall also show monuments set
at each new corner location, angle point, or as directed by
the City Engineer, all in conformity with the Subdivision Nap
Act and the Professional Land Surveyors Act.
Done.
Done
Done.
Done.
Done.
Done.
All on map.
File No. SD -91 -002; 15425 Monte Vista Drive
2. Interior monuments shall be set at each lot corner either
prior to recordation of the Final Map or some later date to be
specified on the Final Map. If the owner (applicant) chooses
to defer the setting of interior monuments to a specified
later date, then sufficient security as determined by the City
Engineer shall be furnished to the City Engineer prior to
Final Map approval.
3. The owner (applicant) shall pay an Improvement Plan Checking
fee, as determined by the City Engineer at the time Improve-
ment Plans are submitted to the City Engineer for checking.
4. The owner (applicant) shall pay a Map Checking Fee, as
determined by the City Engineer, at the time of submittal of
the Final Map for examination. Maps submitted for examination
shall be not less than three in number and shall be accom-
panied by the following items:
a. One copy of EAR checking calculations.
b. Preliminary Title Report dated within previous 90 days.
c. One copy of each map referenced thereon.
d. One copy of each document /deed referenced thereon.
e. One copy of any other map, document, deed, easement or
other resource that will facilitate the examination
process.
5. The owner (applicant) shall pay a Park and Recreation Fee, as
determined by the City Code and City Council resolution(s)
prior to Final Map approval.
6. The owner (applicant) shall furnish a written indemnity
agreement and proof of insurance coverages, in accordance with
Section 14- 05.055 of the Municipal Code, prior to Final Map
approval.
7. Engineered improvement plans, in accordance with the design
and improvement requirements of Chapter 14 of the Municipal
Code, shall be approved by the City Engineer and /or the
appropriate officials from other public agencies, including
public and private utility providers, prior to Final Map
approval. In addition to the City's standard improvement
requirements, the applicant shall install a 2" pavement
overlay with suitable pavement fabric on Monte Vista Drive
along the frontage of the property, and sh #11 underground the
existing overhead utilities serving any structures proposed to
remain on site.
8. The owner (applicant) shall provide Irrevocable Offers of
Dedication for all required easements and /or rights of way on
the Final Map, in substantial compliance with the approved
tentative map, prior to Final Map approval. In addition, the
File No. SD -91 -002; 15425 Monte Vista Drive
owner shall execute in the Owner's Certificate on the Final
Map a relinquishment of rights of any ingress and egress to,
and from any lot to and from, Monte Vista Drive and Saratoga
Los Gatos Road.
9. The owner shall furnish an Agreement to be recorded
concurrently with the Final Map and satisfactory to the City
Engineer, assigning future maintenance responsibilities for
the private road and all other private improvements prior to
Final Map approval.
10. The owner (applicant) shall submit a Final Map in substantial
compliance with the approved Tentative Map, along with the
additional documents required in Section 14- 40.020 of the
Municipal Code, to the City Engineer for his review and
approval. The Final Map shall contain all of the information
required in certain by Section 14- 40.030 of the Municipal Code
and any additional information that may be required by the
City Engineer.
11. The owner (applicant) shall enter into an Improvement
Agreement with the City in accordance with Section 14- 60.010
of the Municipal Code prior to Final Map approval.
12. The owner (applicant) shall furnish Improvement Securities in
accordance with Section 14- 60.020 of the Municipal Code in the
manner and amounts determined by the City Engineer prior to
Final Map approval.
13. The owner (applicant) shall file with the Santa Clara County
Recorder the requisite statement indicating that there are no
liens against the property or any part thereof for any unpaid
taxes or special assessments prior to Final Map approval. A
copy of the statement shall be provided to the City Engineer.
All public and private improvements shall be completed and
accepted by the City Engineer, Planning Director, and /or the
appropriate officials from other public agencies, including
public and private utility providers, prior to the acceptance
of any applications for Design Review consideration.
15. Prior to Final Map approval, the owners(applicant) shall
furnish the City Engineer with satisfactory written commit-
ments from all public and private utility providers serving
the subdivision guaranteeing the completion of all required
utility improvements.
16. The owner (applicant) shall secure all necessary permits from
the City and any other public agencies, including public and
private utility providers, prior to the start of any construc-
tion of the subdivision improvements.
On Plans.
On Plans.
Future.
On Plans.
N/A
On Plans.
On Plans.
No wells.
Future.
Future.
File No. SD -91 -002; 15425 Monte Vista Drive
17. The owner (applicant) shall provide an approved fire hydrant
at cul -de -sac bulb. Fire flow shall be not less than 1,000
GPM at 20 PSI residual.
18. Entire 18' private driveway shall be marked "Fire Lane No
Parking
19. Lot #1 shall be provided with an approved turnaround.
20. Street addresses shall be plainly posted at entrance to the
subdivision.
21. All work associated with the subdivision should occur outside
the State right -of -way. Construction or improvement of any
connection to Route 9 will require an Encroachment Permit.
Before an Encroachment Permit can be issued, a completed
Encroachment Permit application, five copies of all plans,
final environmental documentation, and conditions of approval
must be submitted to Caltrans District 4.
22. Sanitary sewer service to the proposed building sites is
available by installing a sewer extension from the existing
sewer main in Monte Vista Drive. The proposed sewer should be
constructed within a dedicated sanitary sewer easement and in
accordance with West Valley Sanitation District's public sewer
construction standards.
23. In addition to installing the sewer main for the subdivision,
the owner (applicant) is also required to extend the proposed
sewer system to the end of Sunnyside Drive. The cost shall be
borne by owner (applicant).
24. In accordance with Santa Clara Valley Water District Ordinance
90 -1, the owner (applicant) shall show any existing well(s) on
the plans. The well(s) shall be properly registered with the
District and either maintained or abandoned in accordance with
District standards.
25. Development applications for lots 11, 2, 3 and 4 shall require
Design Review approval by the Planning Commission. A
requirement of application submittal will be a landscape plan
indicating native and drought tolerant tree species in
conformance with the City's xeriscape guidelines.
26. Construction on lot #3 shall be limited to a maximum height of
20 ft. in order to preserve the northerly neighbors' existing
viewsheds of the Santa Cruz Mountains. This condition shall
apply only to initial construction, and shall expire at the
time final occupancy approval is granted. Any future
additions shall comply with current applicable City Code
regulations and review procedures.
Done.
Future
Done.
Done.
On Plans.
Acknowledged.
File No. SD -91 -002; 15425 Monte Vista Drive
A 20 ft. height limit shall also be required for lot #4 if an
application is made in the future to redevelop this site.
This restriction would also expire once the new home was built
and finaled.
27. All applicable tree preservation measures recommended in the
City Arborist Report dated August 19, 1991 shall be met and
the site inspected by the Arborist prior to Final Map
approval. This includes, but is not limited to, work
recommended for the Valley and Coast Live Oaks located within
the State Route 9 right -of -way. This requirement shall be
contingent on obtaining the appropriate approvals from
Caltrans to perform work within the State right -of -way.
28. Any future decorative entrance gating and /or perimeter fencing
into this development shall require Planning Commission review
at a regular Planning Commission meeting prior to the issuance
of a permit. Gates shall be provided with approved Fire
District "Medeco" key system.
29. The applicant shall prepare a revised tentative map indicating
the relocation of the private driveway on lot #2 a minimum of
10 ft. from the Onesto's west property line, prior to Final
Map approval. This 10 ft. may include the required 6 ft.
right -of -way.
30. The applicant shall submit a landscape and irrigation plan for
Planning Director review and approval prior to the acceptance
of the Final Map. This plan shall indicate landscape
screening, consisting of native and drought tolerant tree and
shrub species per the City's xeriscape guidelines, within the
20 ft. wide buffer strip between the access road on lot #4 and
the Onesto property to the south, and the 10 ft. landscaped
buffer strip between the private driveway on lot #2 and the
Onesto property to the east. The applicant shall also enter
into a landscape maintenance agreement for this landscaped
strip prior to Final Map approval.
31. The applicant shall provide a system to collect drainage
overflow at the northwest corner of lot #3 and direct it into
an acceptable storm drain. This system shall be indicated on
the subdivision improvement plans and subject to City Engineer
review and approval, prior to Final Map approval.
32. Noncompliance with any of the conditions of this permit shall
constitute a violation of the permit. Because it is impos-
sible to estimate damages the City could incur due to the
violation, liquidated damages of $250.00 shall be payable to
this City per each day of the violation.
File No. SD -91 -002; 15425 Monte Vista Drive
Acknowledged. 33. Applicant agrees to hold City harmless from all costs and
expenses, including attorney's fees, incurred by the City or
held to be the liability of City in connection with City's
defense of its actions in any proceeding brought in any State
or Federal Court challenging the City's action with respect to
the applicant's project.
Section 1. Applicant shall sign the agreement to these
conditions within 30 days of the passage of this resolution or said
resolution shall be void.
Section 2
or approval will
Conditions must be completed within 24 months
expire.
All applicable requirements of the State,
other Governmental entities must be met.
Section 3.
County, City and
Section 4. Unless appealed pursuant to the requirements of
Article 15 -90 of the Saratoga City Code, this Resolution shall
become effective fifteen (15) days from the date of adoption.
PASSED AND ADOPTED by the City of Saratoga Planning Commis-
sion, State of California, this day of 25th day of September, 1991,
by the following vote:
AYES: CALDWELL, FORBES, TUCKER
NOES: DURKET
ABSENT: FAVERO, MORAN, BOGOSIAN
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The foregoing conditions are hereby accepted:
Signature of applicant Date
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CONTRACT FOR THE IMPROVEMENT OF SD 91 002
AGREEMENT, made and entered into this
day of
19 by and between the CITY OF SARATOGA, a Municipal corporation of the
State of California, hereinafter called "City and A. R. Woolworth
subdivider and Owner, hereinaf
collectively called Subdivider:
W I T N E S S E T H:
WHEREAS, Subdivider is engaged in subdividing that certain tract of
land known and designated as 15425 Monte Vista Drive
situated in the City of Saratoga, County of Sant
Clara, State of California; and
WHEREAS, a final map of ia■r SD 91- 002.has been filed with the Cfty
Clerk of the City of Saratoga for presentation to the Council for its approve
which map is hereby referred to and by said reference incorporated herein; an
WHEREAS, Owner and Subdivider has requested approval of said final map
prior to the completion of improvements of all streets, highways or public
ways and sewer facilities which are a part of or appurtenant to the abovemen-
tioned subdivision, including, but without limiting the foregoing, the neces-
sary paving, catch basins, pipes, culverts, storm drains, sanitary sewers
where required, street trees and street signs where` required, and including a
water system and fire hydrants acceptable to the San Jose Water Works and the
City of Saratoga, all in accordance with and as required by the plans and spec
fications for all of said improvements in or appurtenant to said subdivision,
which plans and specifications were prepared by Marvin xirkebv Associates
Civil Engineer, approved by the City Engineer and now on ft
in the offices of the Clerk of said City and /or the City.Engineer's Office of
said City, and
WHEREAS, the City Council of said City did .on the day of
19 adopt a Resolution approving said Final Map
rc�e.:�L�id certain dedications therein offered which rejection did not and
does not, however, revoke the offers of dedication therein contained and re-
quiring as a condition precedent to the future acceptance of said offers of
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dedication that the Subdivider improve the streets and easements thereon
shown in accord with the standards of the City of Saratoga and in
accord with the improvement plans and specifications on file as
herein referred to, and requiring as a condition precedent to the
release of said final map for recordation that the subdivider agree
in writing to so improve said streets and easements in accord with
this agreement,
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the above and in consideration of
the City accepting all of said dedications after the hereinafter agreed to
covenants on the part of the Owner and Subdivider have been complied with and
in accord with Government Code Section 66462(a) of the State of California,
it is hereby agreed as follows:
1. Subdivider at his cost and expense shall construct all of the im-
provements and do all of the work hereinafter mentioned, all in accordance
with and to the extent and as provided in the above mentioned plans and speci
fications on file in the office of said City, for the construction of said
improvements, in for, or appurtenant to said subdivision, and all in com-
pliance with Article 14 -30 of the City Code as amended and the laws of
the State of California, and shall complete the same within one year
from the date hereof and shall maintain the same fair a period of at least
one year after the satisfactory completion of the same.
2. Subdivider shall, before the release of said final map by City and
as condition precedent, to recordation thereof, furnish to the City and.file w:
the City Clerk a good and sufficient surety bond or bonds, money or negotiabLi
bonds, in form to be approved by the City Attorney, securing the faithful
performance by Subdivider of all work and the construction of all improvement:
hrvw1 n f n «it -ed within,, time
faithful performance by Subdivider of the maintenance of said improvements
for a period of at least one year after completion of the same, and for such
additional period of time as may be necessary in order that Subdivider may
cure and correct all deficiencies of construction to the satisfaction of the
City Engineer of the City of Saratoga (in all events at least S 1,000
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of said bond to be in cash, with the right of
City to use the same in its discretion for emergency maintenance and re-
pairs in addition to any other rights of use) the total amount of said bond
to be in the sum of 7,500 (.Seven Thousand Five Hundred Dollars)
and also a good and sufficient surety bond in form to be approved by the City
Attorney securing the payment by subdivider of all bills for labor and ma-
terials incurred in the construction of any and all of said improvements, and
the doing of all other work herein agreed to be done by the said Subdivider,
the amount of said bond to be Seven Thousand Five__Hundred
Dollars 7,500
3. Subdivider does hereby expressly agree to indemnify and hold harmless
the City and in their capacity as such, its councilmen, officers, boar4s,
commissions and its employees, from any and all loss or damage, and from any
and all liability for any and all loss or damage, and from any and all suits,
actions, damages, or claims filed or brought by any and all person or persons
because of or resulting from the doing by Subdivider or any and all things re-
quired of Subdivider by this contract, or because of or arising or resulting
from the failure or omission by Subdivider to do any and all things necessary
to and required by this contract or by law, or arising or resulting from the
negligent doing by Subdivider, his agents, employees or subcontractors'of any
and all things required to be done by this contract, or arising or resulting
from any dangerous or defective condition arising of resulting from -any of the
above said acts or omissions of subdivider, his agents, subcontractors, or
employees. Subdivider having heretofore certified, by the certificate upon
the abovementioned subdivision map, that he can convey clear title to the land
within said subdivision, and City having relied upon said certificate and the
representation contained therein, the foregoing provisions of this paragraph
are specifically made to apply to any destruction or damage to or removal of
utilities, water lines or pipe lines of any kinds, and any other improvement,
whether said destru.. jvu, uamage or removal is required vs sa4se4.: r l.....
or specifications or by direction of an officer, agent or employee of the City
4. Subdivider. 'hall, before the release of said final map by the City, a
as a condition precedent to the recordation thereof, furnish to the City and
file with the City Clerk certificates or policies of public liability and
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property damage insurance in form satisfactory to the City Attorney, and Sub-
divider shall at all times during the entire term of this agreement maintain
the same in full force and effect, which policies shall insure the City of
Saratoga, its Councilmen, officers, boards, commissions and employees against
loss or liability for bodily injury and property damages arising or resulting
from subdivider's operations and activities in construction of any and al
improvements mentioned in this agreement and the doing of any and all work
mentioned in this agreement, within or outside the abovementioned subdivision,
and /or arising or resulting from the doing or failure of subdivider to do all
things required to be done pursuant to this agreement. Said policies of in-
surance shall cover bodily injury and property damage on both an accident and
occurrence basis, with completed operations coverage for one (1) year after
completion and acceptance of improvements, and shall be in amounts of not less
than ONE MILLION DOLLARS($1,000,000.00) for sack person, ONE MILLION DOLLARS
$1,000,000.00) for each accident or occurrence and property damage coverage
of ONE- HUNDRED THOUSAND DOLLARS ($100,000.00) for each accident or
occurrence. Said policies of insurance shall in addition contain the followin
endorsement: 'Other insurance the coverage afforded by this insurance shall
be primary coverage to the full limits of liability stated in the declarations
If the assured has other insurance against the loss by this policy,
that other insurance shall bi excess insurance only, after the entire face
value of this policy shall have been exhausted by payment."
5. In consideration of City allowing Subdivider to connect said sub-
division to certain existing or proposed out -of -tract storm sewer lines, and
in consideration of City relieving Subdivider of any obligation which City
might legally impose on Subdivider to acquire any right -of -way for, and /or
to construct, any out -of -tract storm sewer drainage pipe lines and appurtenance
which might reasonably be necessary to drain said subdivision and carry storm
waters from said subdivision to natural drains, Subdivider shall, before the
release of said final map by City and as a condition precedent to the recorda-
tion thereof, pay the City the sum of Zero
dollars 0
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6. In consideration of City agreeing to accept, in accord with this
agreement, the in -tract storm drain lines and facilities constructed or to be
constructed by Subdivider within or outside of said subdivision in accord
with the plans and specifications now on file with the City offices,. includir.
the streets and other easements in or beneath which said facilities lie, Sub-
divider shall, before the release of said final map by City and as a conditio
precedent to the recordation thereof, pay the City the sum of Zero
Dollars 0
7. Subdivider shall, before the release of said final map by the City
and as a condition precedent to the recordation thereof, pay to the City the
sum of Five- thousand Eight- Hundred Sixty &One Dollars
5,861.25
to be applied by City to the payment of expenses to be incurred by City for
engineering and inspection services to be performed by the City in connection
with said subdivision.
8. Upon Subdivider completing in accord with this agreement all of the
improvements to be made and done by said Subdivider as hereinabove set forth
and as shown on the plans and specifications on file as hereinabove referred
to, and upon Subdivider having properly maintained the same for a period of
at least one year after the completion of said improvements as hereinabove
specified, and upon the Subdivider complying with all covenants and conditions
on his or its part to be dons and performed in•accord with the within agree-
ment, then and in that want, City agrees to rescind its rejection of the
offers of dedication of streets and storm drain easements contained on the
aforesaid final map, and at that time accept said offers of dedication.
9. Should the Subdivider and Owner hereinabove referred to not be the
same person, firm or corporation, then this agreement shall only be effective
upon both the subdivider and the Owner separately executing the same, and
••+herever the term Subdivider is msg.'s the same shall include Owner and who -v r
the term Owner is used, the same shall include Subdivider.
10. This agreement shall be binding upon the heirs, personal represen-
tatives and,assigns of Subdivider and Owner, and time is of the essence hereof,
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save and except that the City Council of the City of Saratoga may, but need
not, extend any time or times for the doing or performing of any acts as
required under the terms of this agreement by resolution, if in the opinion
of the City Council any such delay is without fault on the part of the Sub-
divider and Owner.
Execution of the within agreement by the Owner or Subdivider shall
constitute an irrevocable authorization to City to insert the date of passage
of the Council resolution approving the final map, and to insert the date of
this agreement as of the date of such resolution.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have set their hand the day and
year first above written.
ATTEST:
City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORK:
City Attorney
CITY OF SARATOGA, a Municipal Corporatio
By:
Mayor
By: i i 11 /1 1 1--
S�ubdivi ed r
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(Owner, i di ferent from Subdivider)
SARATOGA CITY COUNCIL 878
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY NO. Z1 1 6 AGENDA ITEM:
MEETING DATE: 5/6/92
ORIGINATING DEPT.: lannin• CITY MGR. APPROVAL
SUBJECT: General Plan Amendments to include policy statements and
implementation programs in the Safety Element, related to erosion
control and winterization of construction sites.
Recommended Motion: Approve the General Plan Amendment to the Safety
Element by adopting the attached resolution and the Negative Declaration
for the project.
Report Summary: At the 4/7/92 meeting, the Planning Commission
considered amendments to the General Plan which incorporate new policies
and implementation programs into the Safety Element.
The policy and implementation statements were created to serve as a
foundation for administrative requirements of the City Engineer for soil
erosion control and winterization of construction sites which involve
grading.
The amendment of the General Plan was directed by the City Council in
response to the recommendations of the Citizen Investigative Committee
for Tract 7770. The intent of the revision is to strengthen the policy
basis for requirements which are already established in the
administrative process.
The policy and implementation programs require the completion of erosion
control measures and winterization plans on construction sites, prior to
the winter rainy season, when deemed necessary by the City Engineer.
The inclusion of policy statements in the General Plan, rather than
regulations in the City Code, will allow the City Engineer to review
each site and base the requirements on its unique conditions. The
proposed policy statements and implementation programs are specified on
the attached City Council resolution.
The Planning Commission reviewed and considered the amendments and
approved a resolution recommending that the City Council adopt the
amendments as proposed. The Planning Commission also recommends
adoption of the Negative Declaration prepared for the project.
Staff report to the Planning Commission and the 4/7/92 Planning
Commission minutes are attached.
Fiscal Impacts:
none
Attachments:
1. City Council resolution adopting the General Plan Amendment and
Negative Declaration.
2. Planning Commission resolution recommending adoption of the General
Plan Amendment and Negative Declaration.
3. Negative Declaration and initial study.
4. Staff report to the Planning Commission dated 4/7/92.
5. Planning Commission minutes dated 4/7/92 and 4/16/92.
Motion and Vote:
RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SARATOGA,
RECOMMENDING AMENDMENT TO THE GENERAL PLAN ADDING A POLICY
STATEMENT AND IMPLEMENTATION PROGRAMS IN THE SAFETY ELEMENT
RELATED TO EROSION CONTROLS AND WINTERIZATION MEASURES ON
CONSTRUCTION SITES
The Planning Commission of the City of Saratoga hereby
resolves as follows:
Section 1: That the Planning Commission held a public
hearing on April 7, 1992, to consider draft amendments to the City
Code, at which time all interested parties were given an
opportunity to be heard; and
Section 2: That the City Council determined that General
Plan policy amendments are necessary to strengthen the basis for
administrative requirements for erosion control and winterization
plans; and
Section 3: That a policy and implementation programs in
the Safety Element are necessary to serve as a foundation for
requiring erosion controls and winterization measures on
construction sites; and
Section 4: That the Planning Commission finds that the
Negative Declaration prepared for this project reflects the
independent judgment of the City as a lead agency, and recommends
that the City Council adopt the attached Negative Declaration; and
Section 5: That the Planning Commission hereby recommends
that the City Council adopt the General Plan Amendment within the
Safety Element attached as Exhibit "A" incorporated herein by
reference.
The above and foregoing resolution was passed and adopted by
the Planning Commission of the City of Saratoga on the 22nd day of
April, 1992, by the following vote:
AYES: gedSlc
NOES: A,
ABSENT: 4# /GGC1
ATTEST:
Secretary to Planning Commission
RESOLUTION NO. GP -92 -001
Chair, fanning Co ssion
RES -ND
Saratoga
DECLARATION THAT ENVIRONMENTAL
IMPACT REPORT NOT REQUIRED
(Negative Declaration)
File No. GP -92 -001
General Plan Amendment Including Policy Statement
in the Safety Element Related to Erosion Control
and Winterization Measures on Construction Sites
Environmental Quality Act of 1970
The undersigned, Director of Planning and Environmental Control of
the CITY OF SARATOGA, a Municipal Corporation, after study and
evaluation, has determined, and does hereby determine, pursuant to
the applicable provisions of the Environmental Quality Act of 1970,
Section 15063 through 15065 and Section 15070 of the California
Administrative Code, and Resolution 653- of the City of Saratoga,
that the following described project will have no significant
effect (no substantial adverse impact) on the environment within
the terms and meaning of said Act.
PROJECT DESCRIPTION Policy Statement and Implementation Programs
proposed to be included in the City's Safety Element providing
foundation for requirements of erosion control and winterization
measures on construction sites.
NAME AND ADDRESS OF APPLICANT
City of Saratoga
13777 Fruitvale Ave.
Saratoga, CA 95070
REASON FOR NEGATIVE DECLARATION The purpose of the policy and
implementations is to strengthen administrative requirements for
erosion controls and winterization measures on construction sites
to minimize impact on the natural environment and to protect human
life and property.
Executed at Saratoga, California this 3rd day of March, 1992.
DIRECTOR OF PLANNING
DIRECTOR'S AUTHORIZED STAFF MEMBER
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LOCATION:
I. BACKGROUND
CITY OF SARATOGA
CRITERIA FOR DETERMINING
SIGNIFICANT ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS
(TO BE COMPLETED BY PUBLIC AGENCY)
PROJECT: GP Amendment FILE NO: GP -92 -001
1. Name of Proponent: City of Saratoga
2. Address and phone number of Proponent: 13777 Fruitvale Avenue
Saratoga, CA 95070 Tel: (408) 867 -3438
3. Date of Checklist submitted: 4/2/92
4. Agency requiring Checklist:
5. Name of Proposal, if applicable: Policy Statement Safety Element
II. ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS
(Explanations of all "yes" and "maybe" answers are required on attached
sheets.)
YES MAYBE. NO
1. Earth. Will the proposal result in:
a. Unstable earth conditions or in changes in
geologic substructures? X
The Policy and Implementation programs' purpose
is to serve as a base for requirements for erosion control
b. Disruptions, displacements, compaction+ or
over crowding of the soil? X
c. Change in topography or ground surface relief
features? X
d. The destruction, covering or modification of
any unique geologic or physical features? X
e. Any increase in wind or water erosion of
soils, either on or off the site? X
f. Changes in siltation, deposition or erosion
which may modify the channel of a river or
stream or the bed of a lake? X
g. Exposure of people or property to geologic
hazards such as earthquakes, landslides, mud-
slides, ground failure or similar hazards? X
2. Air. Will the proposal result in:
YES MAYBE NO
a. Substantial air emissions or deterioration of
ambient air quality? X
b. The creation of objectionable odors? X
c. Alteration of air movement, moisture or temp-
erature, or any change in climate, either
locally or regionally?
X
3. Water. Will the proposal result in:
a. Changes in currents, or the course or
direction of water movements in fresh water? X
b. Changes in absorption rates, drainage patterns,
or the rate and amount of surface water runoff? X
c. Alterations to the course or flow of flood
waters? X
d. Change in the amount of surface water or any
water in any water body? X
e. Discharge into surface waters, or in any altera-
tion ofsurface water quality, including but not
limited to temperature, dissolved oxygen or
turbidity?
YES MAYBE NO
X
f. Alteration of the direction or rate of flow or
ground waters? X
g. Change in the quantity of ground waters, either
through direct additions or withdrawals, or
through interception of an aquifer by cuts or
excavations?
X
h. Substantial reduction in the amount of water
otherwise available for public water supplies? X
i. Exposure of people or property to water related
hazards such as flooding? X
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YES MAYBE NO
Significant changes in the temperature, flow, or
chemical content of surface thermal springs? X
4. Plant Life. Will the proposal result in:
a. Change in the diversity of species, or number of any
species of plants (including trees, shrubs,
grass crops, and aquatic plants)?
X
b. Reduction of the numbers of any unique, rare or
endangered species of plants? X
c. Introduction of new species of plants into an area,
or in a barrier to the normal replenishment of
existing species?
X
d. Reduction in acreage of any agricultural crop? X
5. Animal Life. Will the proposal result in:
a. Change in the diversity of species, or numbers of
any species of animals (birds, land animals
including reptiles, fish, or insects)?
c. Introduction of new species of animals into an area
or result in a barrier to the migration or
movement of animals?
YES MAYBE NO
X
b. Reduction in the numbers of any unique, rare or
endangered species of animals? X
X
d. Deterioration to existing wildlife or fish
habitat? X
6. Noise. Will the proposal result in:
a. Increases in existing noise levels? X
b. Exposure of people to severe noise levels? X
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7. Light and Glare. Will the proposal produce new
light or glare?
X
8. Land Use. Will the proposal result in a substantial
alteration of the present or planned land use of an
area?
9. Natural Resources. Will the proposal result in:
a. Increase in the rate of use of any natural
resources? X
b. Substantial depletion of any nonrenewable natural
resource? X
10. Risk of Upset. Will the proposal involve:
a. A risk of an explosion or the release of hazardous
substances (including, but not limited to, oil,
pesticides, chemicals or radiation) in the
event of an accident or upset conditions.
b. Possible interference with an emergency response
plan or an emergency evacuation plan? X
11. Population. Will the proposal alter the location,
distribution, density, or growth rate of the human
population of an area?
YES MAYBE NO
X
X
X
12. Housing. Will the proposal affect existing housing,
or create a demand for additional housing?
13. Transportation /Circulation. Will the proposal result
in:
YES MAYBE NO
a. Generation of substantial additional vehicular
movement? X
b. Effects on existing parking facilities, or
demand for new parking? X
c. Substantial impact upon existing transportation
systems? X
d. Alterations to present patterns of circulation
or movement of people and /or goods? X
e. Alterations to waterborne, rail or air traffic? X
f. Increase in traffic hazardous to motor vehicles,
bicyclists or pedestrians? X
14. Public Services. Will the proposal have an effect
upon, or result in a need for new or altered govern-
mental services in any of the following areas:
YES MAYBE NO
a. Fire protection? X
b. Police protection? X
c. Schools? X
d. Parks or other recreational facilities? X
e. Maintenance of public facilities, including
roads? X
f. Other governmental services? X
15. Energy. Will the proposal result in:
a. Use of substantial amounts of fuel or energy? X
b. Substantial increase in demand upon existing
sources of energy, or require the development
of new sources of energy?
16. Utilities. Will the proposal result in a need for
new systems, or substantial alterations to the following
utilities?
X
a. Power or natural gas? X
b. Communications system? X
c. Water? X
d. Sewer or septic tanks? X
e. Storm water drainage? X
f. Solid waste and disposal? X
17. Human Health. Will the proposal result in:
a. Creation of any health hazard or potential
health hazard (excluding mental health)? X
b. Exposure of people to potential health hazards? X
18. Aesthetics. Will the proposal result in the obstruc-
tion of any scenic vista or view open to the public, or
will the proposal result in the creation of an
aesthetically offensive site open to public view? X
19. Recreation. Will the proposal result in an impact
upon the quality or quantity of existing recreational
opportunities? X
20. Cultural Resources.
a. Will the proposal result in the alteration of or
the destruction of a prehistoric or historic
archeological site?
b. Will the proposal result in, adverse physical or
aesthetic effects to a prehistoric or historic
building, structure, or object?
YES MAYBE NO
X
X
c. Does the proposal have the potential to cause a
physical change which would affect unique ethnic
cultural values?
YES MAYBE NO
X
d. Will the proposal restrict existing religious or
sacred uses within the potential impact area? X
21. Mandatory Findings of Significance:
a. Does the project have the potential to degrade the
quality of the environment, substantially reduce
the habitat of fish or wildlife species, cause a fish
wildlife population to drop below self- sustaining
levels, threaten to eliminate a plant or animal
community, reduce the number or restrict the
range of a rare or endangered plant or animal
or eliminate important examples of the major
periods of California history or
prehistory? X
b. Does the project have the potential to achieve
short -term, to the disadvantage of long -term,
environmental goals? (A short -term impact on
the environment is one which occurs in a rela-
tively brief, definitive period of time while
long -term impacts will endure well into the
future) 4 X
The purpose of the proposed policy is to ensure
that necessary erosion controls be completed in
order to reduce soil erosion during the rainy
season and to minimize environmental impacts.
The required erosion control measures have
short and long -term benefits in reducing
environmental impacts.
c. Does the project have impacts which are individ
ually limited, but cumulatively considerable?
(A project may impact on two or more separate
resources where the impact on each resource is
relatively small, but where the effect of the
total of those impacts on the environment is
significant)
The proposed policy is specific to erosion
controls during and after construction.
This policy is part of the Safety Element
which covers other environmental impact
issues.
d. Does the project have environmental effects which
will cause substantial adverse effects on human
beings, either directly or indirectly?
The policy and the implementation programs
will minimize environmental impacts and impacts
on human life and property.
III. DISCUSSION OF ENVIRONMENTAL EVALUATION
The proposed policy statement and implementation
programs serve as a ground for administrative
requirement for erosion control and winterization
measures during construction. In addition to
existing General Plan policies, the proposed
amendment purpose is to minimize impacts on
the natural environment, human life and
property.
IV. DETERMINATION:
On the basis of this initial evaluation:
DATE: 1- 1241
YES MAYBE NO
X
X
X I find the proposed project COULD NOT have a significant effect on
the environment, and a NEGATIVE DECLARATION will be prepared.
I find that although the proposed project could have a significant
effect on the environment, there will not be a significant effect
in this case because the mitigation measures described on an
attached sheet have been added to the project. A NEGATIVE
DECLARATION WILL BE PREPARED.
I find the proposed project MAY have a significant effect on the
environment, and an ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT is required.
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13777 FRUITVALE AVENUE SARATOGA, CALIFORNIA 95070
(408) 867 -3438
M E M O R A N D U M
COUNCIL MEMBERS:
Karen Anderson
Martha Clevenger
Willem Kohler
Victor Monia
Francis Stutzman
TO: Planning Commission �(Q�
FROM: Tsvia Adar, Associate Planner 11'
DATE: April 7, 1992
SUBJECT: General Plan Amendments to include policy statements
related to winterization of hillside construction sites
The City's current administrative requirements prohibit hillside
construction during the rainy season in order to prevent erosion.
Occasionally, however, construction commences, but is not completed
prior to the rainy season. In such cases, implementation of
appropriate erosion control measures are required by the City
Engineer.
In order to strengthen the policy basis for the administrative
requirements of the City Engineer, the City Council has determined
that revisions to various general plan policies are in order. This
determination was made in response to recommendation #18 of the
Tract 7770 Investigation Committee which suggested, "the procedures
and time constraints for winter or wet weather grading to enhance
an inspector's authority in `buttoning -up' projects. be
strengthened by placing them in an ordinance. Upon advise of legal
counsel and the City Engineer, a change to General Plan language
was opted for instead. The reason is that each site has unique
requirements and individual engineering judgment within general
policy is preferred to an ordinance approach.
It is, therefore, the intent of this revision td create a specific
policy and implementation statement which will serve as the
foundation for requiring soil erosion control and winterization
plans and structures when deemed necessary by the City Engineer.
The policy and implementation statement is recommended for
incorporation into the Safety Element adopted by the City Council
on September 16, 1987.
A policy and implementation programs are recommended to be added
under the category of Hazard of Land Instability policies. The new
policy and programs are proposed to read as follows:
1.4 (policy) Development which involves grading shall be performed
in a manner which controls soil erosion during construction
and after completion of the project.
1.4.1 (Imp.) Erosion control and winterization measures shall
be incorporated into grading plans for review and approval by
the City prior to issuance of grading permits. This
requirement shall apply to any project which is determined by
the City Engineer to have potential for soil erosion and other
related problems during the construction of the project.
1.4.2 (Imp.) Adequate security to guarantee the
implementation and maintenance of any required erosion
controls and winterization measures shall be collected by the
City prior to issuance of a grading permit.
Staff recommendation
Staff recommends that the Planning Commission review the proposed
General Plan amendments, accept public testimony and continue the
amendments to the 4/22/92 Planning Commission meeting. Appropriate
revisions, if required, will be made and presented to the Planning
Commission at that meeting. A draft resolution adopting the
proposed General Plan amendments and a Negative Declaration will
also be prepared for Planning Commission review and approval at the
4/22/92 meeting.
Attachments:
1. Existing sections of the Safety Element proposed for amendment
/0"
1.1 (Imp) The
involving sites
geologic hazards,
Existing Safty Element Policies
ISSUE IDENTIFICATION AND ADOPTED GOALS, POLICIES
AND IMPLEMENTATION PROGRAMS
In the hazard and impact identification chapters of this
element and in the analysis of existing City safety policies,
significant issues relating to the identified hazards and the City's
plans for addressing them have been raised. These issues, and the
recommended goals, policies and implementation programs to address
them, are presented in the following pages.
Hazards of Land Instability
ISSUE #1: The physical and geologic characteristics of Saratoga
have the potential to produce geologic instability problems for land
development. Hazards occur when property is developed in ways which
are unsuitable to geologic conditions in the area. Areas of
particular concern to the City due to their history of geologic
instability are the Upper Calabazas Watershed, the Congress Springs
Study Area, and the Lower Saratoga Hillside Area.
1.0 (Goal) To protect residents from injuries and minimize property
damage resulting from land instability and geologic hazards in
populated areas.
1.1 (Policy) No development shall be permitted in the
designated urban service area without individual site
specific geotechnical investigations to determine depth of
bedrock, soil stability, location of rift zones and other
localized geotechnical problems.
City Geologist will review proposals
having potential land instability or
and will make recommendations accordingly.
1.2 (Policy) Development in areas subject to natural hazards
shall be limited and shall be designed to protect the
environment, inhabitants and general public. In areas
which have been proven to be unsafe, development of
structures for human habitation shall be prohibited to the
maximum extent permitted by law.
1.2 (Imp) Identify any areas of significant natural
hazards as they become known. Development will not be
allowed in these areas unless conditioned to mitigate such
hazards.
1.3 (Policy) Proposals for General Plan amendments, zone
changes, use permits, variances, building site approvals,
and all land development applications subject to
environmental assessment according to CEQA guidelines
be reviewed for hazardous conditions utilizing the
most current data.
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1.3 (Imp) Mitigation measures to eliminate potential geologic
hazards identified during the environmental review
process will be required as conditions of development.
Seismic Hazards
ISSUE #2: Seismic activity and its secondary effects such as ground
shaking, surface rupture or ground displacement along fault lines,
and ground failure are potential hazards to the populated areas of
the City. Two "potentially active" faults, the Berrocal and the
Shannon, lie within the City limits, while the "active" San Andreas
Fault traverses the City's Sphere of Influence.
2.0 (Goal) To protect the residents of the City and surrounding
areas from seismically induced hazards.
2.1 (Policy) In order to mitigate the danger of earthquake
damage, the City shall enforce strict earthquake
construction and soil engineering standards, selecting the
most stable areas for development and requiring developers
to compensate for soil instabilities through approved
engineering and construction techniques.
2.2 (Policy) Critical structures and systems vital to the
public health and safety (water, power and waste disposal
systems, police and fire stations, and communication
facilities) shall not be located in areas of land
instability and shall be designed to mitigate any seismic
or geologic hazards associated with their sites.
2.1 2.2 (Imp) A series of General Plan reference maps
delineating geotechnical hazards and environmental
constraints is to be maintained and periodically updated
as necessary to aid in the review of development
proposals.
2.3 (Policy) The City should comply with State statutes
regarding the identification of nonreinforced masonry
structures.
2.3 (Imp) The City will inventory all nonreinforced
masonry structures. in the Village area as State funding
for such an inventory becomes available, and develop a
program to help mitigate structural hazards related to
such buildings.
Flood Hazards
ISSUE #3: Historically, much of the damage to private and public
property during periods of heavy rainfall has been due to slope
failure in hillside areas, induced by over saturation of the soil
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PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES
April 7, 1992
Page 7
Planner Walgren presented the staff report dated April 7, 1992. He
noted the minor modifications as outlined in the staff report.
Chr. Caldwell stated she will abstain from this item as she has not
had the opportunity to review the tapes from the last hearing.
In response to Com. Moran's question, Planner Walgren stated there
is not a fence proposed, but if one is, it would need to be at
least 5 ft. from the retaining wall.
Chr. Caldwell opened the public hearing at 10:10 p.m.
Mr. David Thomas, 14000 Pike Rd, explained the original proposal
and requested that the fence be placed on the property line as
originally requested. He stated the 24" box tree to be planted, as
required by staff, will have to be place on his neighbors property
and he does not wish to do this.
BOGOSIAN/MORAN MOVED TO CLOSE THE PUBLIC HEARING. PASSED 4 -0.
BOGOSIAN /FAVERO MOVED TO APPROVE APPLICATION DR -91 -059.1 REMOVING
THE CONDITION WHICH REQUIRES THE WALL TO BE SET IN 10 FT. PASSED
3 -0 -1 (Caldwell abstain)
6. GP -91 -001 City of Saratoga, General Plan Amendments to
include policy statements in the Safety and
Conservation Elements related to winterization
of hillside construction sites.
Associate Planner Adar presented the staff report dated April 7,
1992. She stated staff recommends the Planning Commission review
the policy statement and implementation and direct staff to prepare
a draft resolution with any revisions. She stated this would be
continued to April 22, 1992 for final review. She stated the main
problem is with construction not complete before the rainy season.
In response to Com.
consulting with the
specific time period
with it on a case by
City Manager Peacock
from applicants.
site is 2.12 acres in size and is located in
the NHR zone district.
Bogosian's question, Ms. Adar stated, after
City Engineer, it was decided not to have a
that grading would not be allowed, but to deal
case basis.
explained the City Engineer's requirements
The Commissioners discussed the safety element, Ms. Adar stated the
safety element was updated in 1987, but the City can update it when
deemed necessary.
Chr. Caldwell opened the public hearing at 10:40 p.m.
Chr. Caldwell closed the public hearing.
PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES
April 7, 1992
Page 8
It was a consensus of the Commission to place this on the consent
calendar for the next meeting with revisions made by Commissioners.
2. HR Hillside Residential Zone District Combined District of
the NHR and HC -RD Zone Districts, Articles 15 -13 and 15 -14 of
the City Code.
In response to Com. Moran's question, Ms. Adar explained the
noticing for these hearings.
City Manager Peacock stated there are few parcels of land which
will be effected by this zoning.
Com. Moran suggested that staff notify the property owners in the
HC -RD zone district.
Ms. Adar stated staff is in the process of completing the major
ridge line map, which will include this area and the Planning
Commission will review this. Ms. Adar stated that height
restrictions, rear setbacks and clustering will be changed. She
noted staff do not anticipate major concerns.
Com. Moran made the following changes: Page 7 (b) should read "To
encourage development on gently sloping sites having natural
screening features in preference to development on steep, visually
exposed sites." Page 8, section S15- 13.040 add the word "or"
before "noise"
In response to Com. Moran's question, City Manager Peacock
explained what a "model home" is.
Chr. Caldwell requested that staff place application of the NHR
Specific Plan to list the entire zoning district, on the agenda for
discussion and consideration. She stated if this requires a
General Plan Amendment, this would be her recommendation.
BOGOSIAN /FAVERO MOVED TO RECOMMEND TO THE CITY COUNCIL ADOPTION OF
THE NHR AND HC -RD ZONING DISTRICT WITH THE REVISED CHANGES. PASSED
4 -0.
DIRECTOR'S ITEMS
1. Review of amended guidelines regarding modifications to
approved plan sets.
Chr. Caldwell outlined minor changes to the guidelines as follows:
4. Landscaping for screening No change allowed. The landscape
plan must show conditions specified by the Commission. The
determination of whether or not the screening is adequate to
meet the conditions shall be made prior to issuance of a
zoning clearance.
Planning Commission Minutes
Meeting of April 22, 1992
Page Ten
UNAPPROVED
7. GP -92-001 City of Saratoga, General Plan Amendments to include policy
statements in the Safety Element related to winterization of
construction sites. A Negative Declaration has been prepared
for this project.
Consideration of General Plan amendments to include
policy statements in the Safety Element to address
winterization and erosion control measures on construction
sites when construction is not completed prior to the rainy
season (Cont. from 4/7/92).
Planner Adar presented the Report dated April 16, 1992 to the Commission.
Chr. Caldwell opened the public heating at 9:43 p.m.
Since there was no one wishing to speak, FORBES/MORAN MOVED TO CLOSE
THE PUBLIC HEARING AT 9:43 P.M. Passed 7-0.
BOGOSIAN /FORBES MOVED TO APPROVE RESOLUTION GP -92 -001. Passed 7-
0.
DIRECTOR'S ITEMS
1. Memo from City Manager re: Impervious Coverage Limits
Planner Adar gave a summary of this item.
Planning Director Curtis stated that the item would not be difficult and suggested that
the issue be addressed at a worksession to be scheduled in June.
Comm. Moran expressed agreement with Mr. Curtis' comment and stated her
preference to deal with the issue sooner rather than later.
Comm. Tucker stated that she would like to compare the old ordinance with the new
proposed ordinance and would like to be given information as to the reasons for the
various changes.
It was agreed that the item would be addressed at a worksession in June.
2. Review of modifications to an approved plan set;
Rivoir, 20415 Montalvo Oaks (DR -91 -004).
Planner Walgren briefly explained the modifications and answered questions of the
Commission.
Comm. Favero excused himself from the meeting at 10:00 p.m.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY NO. 2.
MEETING DATE: 5/6/92
SARATOGA CITY COUNCIL
AGENDA ITEM: e(2,d
11'1
ORIGINATING DEPT.: Planning CITY MGR. APPROVA eldder-#4
SUBJECT: HR- Hillside Residential District A combined district
of the NHR and HC -RD districts.
Recommended Motion: Introduce the HR ordinance and adopt the Negative
Declaration.
Report Summary: Following City Council direction and the
recommendations of the Citizen Investigative Committee for Tract 7770,
the Planning Commission considered combining the NHR and HC -RD zone
districts into one district. On 4/7/92 the Planning Commission approved
a resolution recommending that the City Council adopt the combined
ordinance and a Negative Declaration for the project.
The HR ordinance applies the NHR zone district regulations to all areas
within the HC -RD and NHR districts. The current NHR and HC -RD district
areas will be designated HR Hillside Residential.
The regulations and standards in the NHR and HC -RD zone district are
similar. Some of the differences were eliminated by amendments to the
zoning regulations which were recently adopted.
The major differences which may affect development within the HC -RD zone
district are the following:
1. Height restrictions for construction on major and minor ridgelines.
This restriction exists in the NHR ordinance and is included in the
new HR ordinance. The City's current policy is to include
consideration of potential impacts of proposed developments on
minor and major ridgelines as part of the design review process for
any hillside lot. In addition, the preparation of a ridgeline map
is at a final stage. Following the adoption of the map, the height
restriction will apply to all ridgelines identified on the map.
2. Clustered development. This provision exists. in the NHR zone
district and will apply to the areas within the HC -RD district if
the combined ordinance is adopted. Clustering of development is a
conditional use and requires specific review and consideration on
an individual basis.
3. Rear yard setback in the HC -RD area. The minimum required rear
yard setback will be increased from 35/45 to 50/60 for first and
second story respectively, if the HR ordinance is adopted. Since
most of the lots in the HC -RD are one acre or larger, the potential
of creating non conforming situations is limited.
Staff report to the Planning Commission dated 4/7/92 is attached and
provides background information and details on the nature of the new
ordinance. The report includes a review of all the changes to the
regulations of the HC -RD district as a result of the adoption of the new
ordinance. A comparison chart of the HC -RD and NHR regulations is also
attached to the report.
In addition to a public notice in the local newspaper, notices were
mailed to all property owners within the HC -RD zone district informing
them about the proposed ordinance and designation.
Fiscal Impacts:
none
Attachments:
1. HR ordinance
2. Planning Commission resolution recommending adoption of the
ordinance
3. Negative Declaration and initial study
4. Staff report to the Planning Commission dated 4/7/92
5. Planning Commission minutes dated 4/7/92
Motion and Vote:
ORDINANCE NO. 71.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SARATOGA COMBINING
ARTICLES 15 -13 AND 15 -14 OF THE CITY CODE TO ESTABLISH
THE HR: HILLSIDE RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT AND
AMENDING VARIOUS SECTIONS OF CHAPTER 15 TO INCLUDE
REFERENCES TO SAID HR DISTRICT
WHEREAS, the topography, existing geotechnical conditions and
general site conditions in the Northwestern Hillside Residential
(NHR) and Hillside Conservation (HC -RD) zone districts are similar;
and
WHEREAS, the City Council desires that the City combine the
NHR and the HC -RD districts into a new Hillside Residential (HR)
zone district, and apply the NHR zone regulations to all City's
hillside areas within said district; and
WHEREAS, the intent of the new Hillside Residential zone
district is to protect the health, safety and general welfare of
the community and to preserve the scenic value of the City's hills.
NOW, THEREFORE, the City Council of the City of Saratoga
hereby ordains as follows:
SECTION 1: Section 15- 10.010 in Article 15 -10 of the City
Code is amended to read as follows:
815- 10.010 Designation of districts
(a) A: Agricultural district.
(b) R -1: Single family Residential districts, consisting of:
R -1- 40,000 district
R -1- 20,000 district
R -1- 15,000 district
R- 1- 12,500 district
R -1- 10,000 district
(c) HR: Hillside Residential district.
(d) R -OS: Residential Open Space district.
(e) AP /OS: Agricultural Preserve /Open Space Overlay district.
(f) P -C: Planned Community district.
(g) R -M: Multi family Residential districts, consisting of:
R -M -5,000
R -M -4,000
R -M -3,000
(i) MU -PD: Multiple Use Planned Development district.
(j) E: Equestrian zone.
SECTION 2: Article 15 -13 and 15 -14 of Chapter 15 are repealed
and the provisions thereof combined as a new Article 15 -13 to read
as follows:
Sections:
(h) C: Commercial districts, consisting of:
C -N Neighborhood Commercial
C -V Visitor Commercial
CH -1 and CH -2 Commercial Historic districts
Zoning Regulations
ARTICLE 15 -13
HR: HILLSIDES RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT
15- 13.010 Purposes of Article
15- 13.020 Definitions
15- 13.030 Permitted Uses
15- 13.040 Conditional Uses
15- 13.050 Development Criteria
15- 13.060 Subdivision of sites
15- 13.070 Site frontage, width and depth
15- 13.080 Site coverage
15- 13.090 Front yard, side yards and rear yard
15- 13.100 Height of structures
15- 13.110 Accessory uses and structures
15- 13.120 Fences, walls and hedges
15- 13.130 Signs
15- 13.140 Off street parking and loading facilities
15- 13.150 Design Review
15- 13.160 Storage of personal property and materials
815- 13.010 Purposes of Article
In addition to the objectives set forth in Section 15- 05.020,
the hillsides residential district is included in the Zoning
Ordinance to achieve the following purposes:
(a) To maintain to the maximum degree feasible, the natural
environment and existing rural character of the area to which the
district is applied.
(b) To encourage development on gently sloping sites having
natural screening features in preference to develop on steep,
visually exposed sites.
(c) To implement the open space element of the General Plan
by ensuring maximum preservation of open space, including major
ridgelines, densely wooded areas, and riparian vegetation.
(d) To prevent development that would be subject to
significant uncorrectable geotechnical or flood hazards.
(e) To implement the Northwestern Hillside Specific Plan as
adopted by the City on June 2, 1981, for the area included within
the Specific Plan boundaries.
S15- 13.020 Definitions
In addition to the definitions set forth in Article 15 -06 of
this Chapter, all of which are applicable to this Article, the
following definitions shall apply to certain terms used herein:
(a) City's geologic maps means the Ground Movement Potential
Maps, as adopted by the City in Section 16- 65.020 of this Code,
including the geologic data and text report to be utilized in
conjunction therewith.
(b) Major Ridge means a line connecting the points of highest
elevation at the top of and parallel to the long axis of the lines
of hills designated as major ridges as generally shown on the map
entitled "Major Ridges HR District" adopted as part of this
Article.
(c) Minor ridge means a ridge other than a major ridge that
is fifty feet or more above two points one hundred fifty feet
distant from the top of the ridge on either side.
S15- 13.030 Permitted uses
The following permitted uses shall be allowed in the HR
district:
(a) Single- family dwellings.
(b) Accessory structures and uses located on the same site as
a permitted use, including garages and carports, garden sheds,
greenhouses, shade structures, recreation rooms, home hobby shops,
cabanas, structures for housing swimming pool equipment and one
guest house.
(c) Raising of vegetables, field crops, fruit and nut trees
and horticultural specialties, and the processing of such products
as are so raised or grown on the premises.
(d) Home occupations, conducted in accordance with the
regulations prescribed in Article 15 -40 of this Chapter.
(e) Stables and corrals for the keeping for private use of
not more than two horses on a site. The minimum net site area
shall be 40,000 square feet for one horse and 80,000 square feet
for two horses, except that in the equestrian zone only, a second
horse may be kept if the net site area is at least 40,000 square
feet. All horses shall be subject to the regulations and license
provisions set forth in Section 7- 20.220 of this Code.
(f) Swimming pools used solely by persons resident on the
site and their guests.
(g) The keeping for private use, of a reasonable number of
domestic dogs, cats and other small mammals, birds, fish and small
reptiles, subject to the regulations set forth in Article 7 -20 of
this Code, and subject also to the restrictions and standards
prescribed in Subsection 15- 11.020(h) of this Chapter.
ih) Public parks, trails and other publicly owned open space.
015- 13.040 Conditional Uses
The following conditional uses may be allowed in the HR
district, upon granting a use permit pursuant to Article 15 -55 or
Article 15 -56 of this Chapter. The conditional uses listed in
paragraphs (k), (1), (m), (n) (o) of this section may be
permitted, provided the uses do not create major traffic or noise
impacts and are found to be compatible with the immediately
surrounding area:
(a) Accessory structures and uses located on the same site as
a conditional use.
(b) Public utility and public service pumping stations, power
stations, drainage ways and structures, storage tanks and
transmission lines.
(c) Recreational courts, to be used solely by persons
resident on the site and their guests.
(d) Boarding stables and community stables, subject to the
regulations prescribed in Section 7- 20.220 of this Code.
(e) Model homes utilized in connection with the sale of new
single family dwellings in a subdivision, located upon a lot within
the same subdivision or, in the discretion of the Planning
Commission, upon a lot within another subdivision developed by the
applicant, for such period of time as determined by the Planning
Commission, not to exceed an initial term of one year and not
exceeding a term of one year for each extension thereof.
(f) Stables and corrals for the keeping for private use of
more than two horses on a site. The minimum net site area for each
horse shall be 40,000 square feet, except that in the equestrian
zone only, one additional horse may be permitted for each 40,000
square feet of net site area. All horses shall be subject to the
regulations and license provisions set forth in Section 7- 20.220 of
this Code.
(g) Plant nurseries, excluding sales of items other than
plant materials.
(h) Wineries.
(i) One second unit, as authorized by a use permit granted
pursuant to Article 15 -56 of this Chapter.
,(1) Cluster development in accordance with Section 15-
13.060(c).
(k) Community facilities.
/1) Institutional facilities.
Jm) Police and fire stations and other public buildings,
structures and facilities.
(n) Religious and charitable institutions.
So) Nursing homes and day care facilities.
815- 13.050 Development criteria
No principal use shall be established, and no main structure
shall be erected or constructed in the HR district, nor shall any
building or other permit be issued therefor, unless and until the
applicant has complied with the following development standards,
which standards shall be in addition to, and not in lieu of, any
and all other development criteria and requirements set forth in
Chapters 14 and 16 of this Code:
(a) Site development plan. A site development plan has been
prepared and approved by the advisory agency in accord with Section
14- 25.100 of the Subdivision Ordinance, and the physical location
of each use and structure is as set forth on such approved plan.
The planting and landscaping portion of said plan shall, insofar as
is reasonably practical, provide for the retention of existing
vegetation and land formations, and shall include an erosion and
sediment control element setting forth reasonable mitigation
measures in accord with the excavating and grading and subdivision
ordinances of the City. Grading shall be representative of
adjacent topography and be an extension of natural contours insofar
as reasonably practical, and shall be designed to avoid erosion,
flooding, slides and other hazards. Water, sewer and other utility
services, streets and other access routes which traverse any
geologic or soils hazard shall be specifically engineered to
eliminate the risk of failure or collapse, and setbacks from hazard
areas shall be in accord with the geologic and soils investigation
report and recommendations.
(b) Geologic and soils report. A preliminary combined
geologic and soils investigation and report prepared by a certified
engineering geologist licensed by the State and by a registered
civil engineer qualified in soils mechanics by the State, shall be
filed in conjunction with the site development plan unless the City
Geologist determines that existing information pertinent to the
subdivision or site approval makes preliminary analysis or any part
thereof unnecessary. The geologic and soils report shall fully and
clearly present:
(1) All pertinent data, interpretations and evaluations based
on the most current professionally recognized soils and
geologic data.
(2) The significance of the data, interpretations and
evaluations with respect to the actual development or
implementation of the intended land use through the
identification of any significant geologic problems,
critically expansive soils or other unstable soil
condition which, if not corrected, may lead to structural
damage or future geologic problems both on and off the
site.
(3) Recommendations for corrective measures deemed necessary
to prevent or significantly mitigate potential damage to
the proposed project and adjacent properties or otherwise
to insure safe development of the property.
(4) Recommendations for additional investigations that should
be made to insure safe development of the property.
(c) Additional studies required. The City shall also require
the following additional studies prior to approval of a site
development plan or prior to issuance of a building permit, unless
the City Geologist determines that existing information pertinent
to the subdivision or the site approval provides the same data as
would have been obtained from any or all of such additional
studies:
(1) Soil and foundation engineering investigation by a
registered civil engineer addressing site preparation
(clearing and stripping), grading requirements (cut and
fill design and construction), pavement design, drainage
(surface and subsurface), utility trench backfilling,
design parameters for foundations and retaining walls,
soil stability, technical plan review, and field
inspection procedures.
(2) With respect to any terrain on or within one hundred feet
of a significant recognized landslide deposit, an
investigation by a certified engineering geologist
including a detailed evaluation of the natural slope
conditions and recommendations for the treatment or
correction of any unstable slopes. Slope stability
studies may require extensive subsurface work.
With respect to any area within one hundred feet of a
recognized trace of the potentially active Berrocal
fault, an investigation by a certified engineering
geologist addressing the seismic hazards related to the
nearby trace, with particular emphasis on evaluation of
possible surface faulting. Investigative techniques will
require subsurface trenching and possibly geophysical
traverses unless clear evidence is presented to show that
no fault crosses the site of a habitable structure.
(3)
(4) A slope stability analysis showing the building site and
its immediately surrounding area having a factor of
safety against failure of at least 1.5 or equivalent, in
the event of an earthquake on the San Andreas Fault
having a magnitude of 8.3 on the Richter scale.
(d) Inspection reports. The results of the geologic and soil
investigations referred to in Paragraphs (b) and (c) of this
Section shall be reviewed and approved by the City and shall become
conditions of approval of a development proposal. The soils
engineer and the engineering geologist may be required to submit
reports during grading, during construction, and following
completion of the project. The final report shall affirm that the
grading and foundation excavations were done under the supervision
of a soils engineer and /or engineering geologist, shall describe
the as -built condition of the project, and shall contain such other
information as may be required by the City.
(e) Location of building sites.
(1) In locating building sites, preference shall be given to
areas classified in the City's geologic maps as Sbr, Sls,
Sun and Sex. Sites on potentially moving slopes (Pmw,
Ps, Pd) and moving slopes (Ms) shall not be approved
unless geologic and soil engineering analysis provided by
the applicant demonstrate long -term stability to the
satisfaction of the City.
(2) The average natural grade of the footprint underneath any
dwelling unit, swimming pool or other structure shall not
exceed thirty percent slope, and no dwelling unit,
swimming pool or other structure shall be built on a
slope which exceeds forty percent natural slope at any
location under the structure between two five -foot
contour lines, except that: (i) a variance pursuant to
Article 15 -70 of this Chapter may be granted where the
findings prescribed in Section 15- 70.060 can be made, and
(ii) an exception under Article 14 -35 of the Subdivision
Ordinance may be granted where the findings prescribed in
Section 14- 35.020 can be made.
(f) Grading. The combined cut and fill of any grading shall
not exceed 1,000 cubic yards, including any excavation for a
swimming pool, unless a larger quantity is approved by the Planning
Commission upon making all of the following findings:
(1) The additional grading is necessary in order to allow
reasonable development of the property or to achieve a
reasonable means of access to the building site; and
(2) The natural land forms and vegetation are being preserved
and protected; and
(3) The increased grading is necessary to promote the
compatibility of the construction with the natural
terrain; and
(4) The increased grading is necessary to integrate an
architectural design into the natural topography; and
(5) The increased grading is necessary to reduce the
prominence of the construction as viewed from surrounding
views or from distant community views.
(g) Grade of private streets and driveways. Unless otherwise
permitted by the Planning Commission, no private street or driveway
shall exceed a grade of eighteen percent for a distance in excess
of fifty feet.
515- 13.060 Subdivision of sites.
(a) Determination of lot size. Except as otherwise provided
in Paragraphs (b) and (c) of this Section, each lot created upon
the subdivision of any property within the HR district shall
contain a minimum net site area based upon the average slope of
such lot, determined in accordance with the following table:
(see next page)
*Average Net Site Average Net Site
Slope Area Slope Area
0 or less 2.00 26 3.42
1 2.03 27 3.52
2 2.07 28 3.62
3 2.10 29 3.73
4 2.14 30 3.85
5 2.17 31 3.96
6 2.21 32 4.09
7 2.25 33 4.24
8 2.29 34 4.39
9 2.34 35 4.55
10 2.38 36 4.72
11 2.43 37 4.90
12 2.48 38 5.10
13 2.53 39 5.32
14 2.58 40 5.56
15 2.63 41 5.82
16 2.69 42 6.10
17 2.75 43 6.41
18 2.81 44 6.96
19 2.87 45 7.14
20 2.94 46 7.58
21 3.01 47 8.06
22 3.09 48 8.62
23 3.16 49 9.25
24 3.25 50 10.00
25 3.33
*Average slope in percent, as calculated in accordance with Section
15- 06.630 of this Chapter.
(b) Increase in lot size. The City may require any or all of
the lots within a subdivision to have a larger size than required
under Paragraph (a) of this Section if the City determines that
such increase is necessary or appropriate by reason of site
restrictions of geologic hazards.
(c) Clustering of lots. The Planning Commission may approve
a use permit for a subdivision having lots smaller than the size
required under Paragraph (a) of this Section, if all of the
following requirements are satisfied:
(1) The reduction in lot size is for the purpose of
clustering building sites in order to create dedicated
open space accessible by the public which may contain
recreational facilities, including but not limited to,
equestrian and hiking trails, as permitted in Section 15-
13.030(h).
(2) The reduction in lot size is offset by an equal or
greater area of land which is dedicated to the public as
permanent open space.
The cluster development reduces the gross development
area which shall include but not be limited to grading,
streets, driveways, main structures, accessory structures
and impervious coverage so as to minimize, to the extent
possible, views of such area from public lands, streets
and highways.
(4) No single lot has a net site area of less than 20,000
square feet.
(5) The total number of lots into which the property is being
subdivided shall be determined in accordance with the
following formula:
(3)
N
S
1
0.5 .008S
Where: N the net site area per dwelling unit.
The average slope of a lot or parcel shall be determined
according to the following formula:
0.00229 IL
A
Where S the average slope of the lot in percent
I the contour interval in feet
L the combined length of contour lines in feet
A the net site area of the parcel in acres
(6) The size of each unit shall be determined in relation to
the lot on which it is located and the average slope of
the site, in accordance with the formula set forth in the
Design Review Ordinance Section 15- 45.030. In no case
shall a single unit exceed 7,200 square feet in area.
(7) The clustering of building sites will result in greater
preservation of the natural terrain.
(8) The use permit approved by the Planning Commission
includes specified standards which may deviate from those
contained in this Article as follows: (i) length of
driveway; (ii) reduction in building height; (iii)
reduction in allowable floor area; (iv) reduction in site
coverage; (v) increase in site dimensions; and (vi)
increase in setbacks.
The clustered development shall be connected to a
sanitary sewer system.
(d) Resubdivision. Upon recordation of a final or parcel map
covering any site within the HR district, applicants may request
resubdivision of lots or parcels shown on the map only where the
newly proposed lots meet all applicable general plan, zoning and
subdivision provisions. Where a clustered subdivision has been
approved pursuant to Paragraph (c) of this Section, no lot,
including the open space lot(s) may be further subdivided unless
the entire clustered subdivision continues to meet applicable
general plan and zoning density requirements.
(e) Exempted lots. Any lot shown as a unit on a recorded
subdivision or land division, or any lot otherwise legally created,
is exempt from the density requirements set forth in Paragraph (a)
of this Section provided such lot was created prior to April 25,
1978. Any lot so exempted will not lose its exempt status if
either of the following events takes place subsequent to April 25,
1978:
(1) A portion of the lot is exchanged for a portion of any
adjoining lot, the result of which does not decrease the
original square footage of the lot; or
(2) The lot is enlarged by the addition of land from any
adjoining parcel.
815- 13.070 Site frontage, width and depth
(a) The minimum site frontage, width and depth of any lot in
the HR district shall be as follows:
Frontage
80 ft.
Width Depth
100 ft. 150 ft.
(b) Notwithstanding the provisions of Paragraph (a) of this
Section:
(1) The minimum site frontage on a''cul -de -sac turnaround
shall be sixty feet where seventy -five percent or more of
the frontage abuts the turnaround.
(2) The frontage and width of an access corridor to a flag
lot shall be not less than twenty feet.
S15- 13.080 Site coverage
The maximum site coverage on any lot in the HR district shall
be as follows:
(a) The maximum coverage shall be twenty -five percent (25
or 15,000 square feet, whichever is less.
(b) In determining the amount of impervious surface, the area
of a single driveway providing vehicular access from the street to
the required enclosed parking spaces on the site, and any related
turnaround area determined to be necessary for safety purposes,
shall be excluded.
815- 13.090 Front yard, side yards and rear yard
(a) Front yard. The minimum front yard shall be thirty (30)
feet or twenty percent (20 of the lot depth, whichever is
greater.
(b) Side yards. The minimum side yard shall be twenty (20)
feet in the case of an interior side yard and twenty -five (25) feet
in the case of an exterior side yard, or ten percent (10 of the
lot width, whichever is greater.
(c) Rear yard. The minimum rear yard shall be fifty (50)
feet in the case of a single -story structure and sixty (60) feet in
the case of a multi -story structure, or twenty -five percent (25
of the lot depth, whichever is greater.
(d) Determination of yards for flag lots. On a flag lot with
an average width that exceeds its average depth, the longer
dimension may be considered the depth for the purpose of measuring
the front, side and rear yards, unless to do so would adversely
affect the lot's normal yard orientation in relation to adjacent
lots.
(e) In determining compliance with the requirements set forth
in Paragraphs (a), (b), (c) or (d) of this Section, the following
special rules shall be applied:
(1) On a flag lot with an average width that exceeds its
average depth, the longer dimension may be considered the
depth for the purpose of measuring the front, side and
rear yards.
(2) Where a single -story addition which does not exceed
twenty -two feet in height is added to an existing multi-
story structure, the single -story addition shall comply
with the single -story rear yard requirement, but need not
comply with the multi -story rear yard requirement.
(3) Where a second story is added to an existing single -story
structure, or where an existing or new multi -story
structure contains a portion thereof which is single
story and does not exceed twenty -two feet in height, the
multi -story rear yard requirement shall be applied only
to that portion of the structure which is multi- story.
815 13.100 Height of structures
No structures shall exceed two stories nor shall any structure
exceed the following heights:
(a) No structure shall extend to an elevation within eight
feet from the top of the nearest adjacent major ridge that does not
have dense tree cover.
(b) No structure shall extend to an elevation more than
twelve feet above the nearest adjacent minor ridge that does not
have dense tree cover.
(c) A single- family dwelling not limited by Paragraphs (a) or
(b) above, shall not exceed twenty -six feet in height. Any other
type of main structure not limited by Paragraphs (a) or (b) above,
shall not exceed thirty feet in height.
(d) An accessory structure not limited by Paragraph (a) above
shall not exceed twelve feet in height; provided, however, the
Planning Commission may approve an accessory structure extending up
to fifteen feet in height if the Commission finds that:
1. The additional height is necessary in order to establish
architectural compatibility with the main structure on
the site; and
2. The accessory structure will be compatible with the
surrounding neighborhood.
815- 13.110 Accessory uses and structures
Accessory uses and structures shall comply with the special
rules as set forth in Section 15- 80.030 of this Chapter.
815 13.120 Fences, walls and hedges
Fences, walls and hedges shall comply with the regulations set
forth in Article 15 -29 of this Chapter.
815 13.130 Signs
No sign of any character shall be erected or displayed in the
HR district, except as permitted under the regulations set forth in
Article 15 -30 of this Chapter.
815- 13.140 Off street parking and loading facilities
l
Off street parking and loading facilities shall be provided
for each use on the site, in accordance with the regulations set
forth in Article 15 -35 of this Chapter.
515- 13.150 Design Review
The construction or expansion of any main or accessory
structure in the HR district shall comply with the applicable
design review regulations set forth in Article 15 -45 or Article 15-
46 of this Chapter.
S15- 13.160 Storage of personal property and materials
The regulations and restrictions set forth in Section 15-
12.160 of this Chapter, pertaining to the storage of certain items
of personal property, shall apply to the HR district and the same
are incorporated herein by reference.
SECTION 3: The first sentence of Section 15- 29.020 in Article
15 -29 of the City Code is amended to read as follows:
"In addition to the regulations set forth in Section 15- 29.010
of this Article, fences and walls located within an HR or R -OS
district shall comply with the following regulations."
SECTION 4: Subsection 15- 30.050(b)(7) in Article 15 -30 of the
City Code is amended to read as follows:
"(7) One real estate sign, not exceeding six square feet in
area if located in an A, R -1, HR, R -OS or R -M district,
and not exceeding twelve square feet in area if located
in a P -A or C district. The sign may be free standing,
but in such event shall not exceed four feet in height."
SECTION 5: The first sentence of Section 15- 30.080 in Article
15 -30 of the City Code is amended to read as follows:
"No sign of any character shall be permitted in an A, R -1, HR,
R -OS or R -M district, except the following:"
SECTION 6: The first sentence of Section 15- 30.120 in Article
15 -30 of the City Code is amended to read as follows:
"In an A, R -1, HR, R -OS or R -M district, temporary free
standing subdivision signs shall be permitted, provided they
conform with the following regulations:"
SECTION 7: Subsection 15- 40.010(f) in Article 15 -40 of the
City Code is amended to read as follows:
"(f) Medical offices for doctors, dentists, osteopaths,
chiropractors and other practitioners of the healing arts are not
permitted as home occupations in any A, R -1, HR, R -OS or R -M
district."
SECTION 8: Subsection 15- 40.010(1) in Article 15 -40 of the
City Code is amended to read as follows:
"(1) Professional or administrative offices wherein clients or
prospective clients are regularly met upon the premises shall not
be permitted as home occupations in any A, R -1, HR, R -OS or R -M
district. This prohibition shall not apply to the sale of dwelling
units out of a temporary office established in a model home when
properly authorized by a use permit."
SECTION 9: Section 15- 45.020 in Article 15 -45 of the City
Code is amended to read as follows:
"515- 45.020 Compliance with development standards
"No single- family main structure or accessory structure shall
be constructed or expanded within any A, R -1, HR or R -OS district
unless the proposed structure or expansion complies with the floor
area standards contained in Section 15- 45.030 of this Article and
the setback requirements contained in Section 15- 45.040 of this
Article. In the event of a conflict between the floor area and
setback requirements in Article 15 -45 and the standards set forth
in the R -OS zone district, the more restrictive standard shall
govern. The Planning Commission shall have authority to grant a
variance from such regulations pursuant to Article 15 -70 of this
Chapter."
SECTION 10: The first sentence of Subsection 15- 45.060(a)
in Article 15 -45 of the City Code is amended to read as follows:
"(a) In each of the following cases, no building permit shall
be issued for the construction or expansion of a single family main
structure or accessory structure in any A, R -1, HR or R -OS district
until such structure has received design review approval by the
Planning Commission pursuant to this Article."
SECTION 11: Subsection 15- 46.020(a)(6) in Article 15 -46 of
the City Code is amended to read as follows:
"(6) Any structure, except a single- family dwelling or
accessory structure, having a gross floor area of one
thousand square feet or greater, located in an A, R -1, HR
or R -OS district."
SECTION 12: If any section, subsection, sentence, clause or
phrase of this Ordinance is, for any reason, held by a court of
competent jurisdiction to be invalid or unconstitutional, such
decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions of
this Ordinance. The City Council of the City of Saratoga hereby
declares that it would have passed this Ordinance and each section,
subsection, sentence, clause and phrase thereof, irrespective of
the fact that one or more sections, subsections, sentences, clauses
or phrases may be held invalid or unconstitutional.
SECTION 13: This Ordinance shall be in full force and
effect thirty (30) days after its passage and adoption.
The above and foregoing Ordinance was regularly introduced
and, after the waiting time required by law, was thereafter passed
and adopted at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of
Saratoga, held on the day of 1992, by the
following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ATTEST:
City Clerk
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Mayor, City of Saratoga
RESOLUTION NO. AZO -92 -002
RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SARATOGA
RECOMMENDING COMBINATION OF ARTICLES 15 -13 AND 15 -14 OF THE
CITY CODE TO ESTABLISH THE HR: HILLSIDE RESIDENTIAL
ZONE DISTRICT AND AMENDMENT OF VARIOUS SECTIONS OF CHAPTER 15
TO INCLUDE REFERENCES TO SAID DISTRICT
The Planning Commission of the City of Saratoga hereby
resolves as follows:
Section 1: That the Planning Commission held a public hearing
on March 25, 1992, to consider draft amendments to the City Code at
which time all interested parties were given an opportunity to be
heard; and
Section 2: That the topography and existing geotechnical
conditions in the Northwestern Hillside Residential (NHR) and
Hillside Conservation (HC -RD) zone districts are similar; and
Section 3: That the combination of the NHR and HC -RD
districts into a new Hillside Residential District (HR), and the
application of the NHR zone regulations to all the City's hillside
areas within said district is necessary to preserve and protect the
City's hillside areas, the natural resources and the hillside
scenic value; and
Section 4: That the intent of the new Hillside Residential
zone district is to protect the health, safety and general welfare
of the community.
Section 5: That the Planning Commission finds that the
Negative Declaration prepared for this project reflects the
independent judgement of the City as a lead G.gency, and recommends
that the City Council adopt the attached Negative Declaration.
Section 6: That the Planning Commission hereby recommends
that the City Council adopt the HR zoning ordinance and zone
amendments attached as Exhibit "A" incorporated herein by
reference.
The above and foregoing resolution was passed and adopted by
the Planning Commission of the City of Saratoga on the :7th day of
April., 1992, by the following vote: 4
AYES: CALDWELL, BOGOSIAN, MORAN, FAVERO
NOES: no
ABSENT: DURKET, FORBES, TUCKER
ATTEST:
fAr
Secretary to Planning Commission
RES -ND
Saratoga
PROJECT DESCRIPTION
NAME AND ADDRESS OF APPLICANT
REASON FOR NEGATIVE DECLARATION
DECLARATION THAT ENVIRONMENTAL
IMPACT REPORT NOT REQUIRED
(Negative Declaration)
Environmental Quality Act of 1970
The undersigned, Director of Planning and Environmental Control of
the CITY OF SARATOGA, a Municipal Corporation, after study and
evaluation, has determined, and does hereby determine, pursuant to
the applicable provisions of the Environmental Quality Act of 1970,
Section 15063 through 15065 and Section 15070 of the California
Administrative Code, and Resolution 653- of the City of Saratoga,
that the following described project will have no significant
effect (no substantial adverse impact) on the environment within
the terms and meaning of said Act.
HR- Hillside Residential Zone Ordinance A combined zone ordinance
of the NHR Northwestern Hillside Residential and HC -RD Hillside
Conservation Residential Districts.
City of Saratoga
13777 Fruitvale Ave.
Saratoga, CA 95070
The combined new zone ordinance incorporates the regulations of the
NHR zone district which are aimed towards hillside conservation and
environmentally sensitive development. The intent of the ordinance
is to minimize adverse impacts on the natural environment.
Executed at Saratoga, California this 3rd day of March, 1992.
DIRECTOR OF PLANNING
File No. AZO -92 -002
DIRECTOR'S AUTHORIZED STAFF MEMBER
'�SY Adi.ctAc Associu4e P{a
FORM EIA -lb
-s
HR Hillside Residential
PROJECT: Zone Ordinance FILE NO: AZO -92 -002
LOCATION:
I. BACKGROUND
Southern and Western hillside areas
within the City's current NHR and
HC -RD zone district boundaries
1. Name of Proponent: City of Saratoga
2. Address and Phone Number of Proponent: (408) 867 -3438
13777 Fruitvale Ave.
Saratoga, CA 95070
CITY OF SARATOGA
CRITERIA FOR DETERMINING
SIGNIFICANT ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS
(TO BE COMPLETED BY PUBLIC AGENCY)
3. Date of Checklist Submitted:
4. Agency Requiring Checklist:
5. Name of Proposal, if applicable:
2/29./92
HR Ordinance
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS
(Explanations of all "yes" and "maybe "answers are required on attached
sheets.)
1. Earth. Will the proposal result in:
a. Unstable earth conditions or in changes in
geologic substructures?
YES MAYBE NO
b. Disruptions, displacements, compaction or over-
crowding of the soil?
4
c. Change in topography or ground surface relief
features?
_IL
X
d. The destruction, covering or modification of any
unique geologic or physical features?
e. Any increase in wind or water erosion of soils,
either on or off the site? X
f. Changes in siltation, deposition or erosion which
may modify the channel of a river or stream or the
bed of a lake?
g. Exposure of people or property to geologic hazards
such as earthquakes, landslides, mudslides, ground
failure, or similar hazards?
2. Air. Will the proposal result in:
a. Substantial air emissions or deterioration of
ambient air quality? X
b. The creation of objectionable odors? X
c. Alteration of air movement, moisture or temperature,
or any change in climate, either locally or region-
ally?
3. Water. Will the proposal result in:
YES AY3E
X
X
X
a. Changes in currents, or the course or direction of
water movements in fresh water? X
b. Changes in absorption rates, drainage patterns, or
the rate and amount of surface water runoff? X
c. Alterations to the course or flow of flood waters? X
d. Change in the amount of surface water or any
water in any water body?
e. Discharge into surface waters, or in any alteration
of surface water quality, including but not limited
to temperature, dissolved oxygen or turbidity?
f. Alteration of the direction or rate of flow of
ground waters?
g. Change in the quantity of ground waters, either
through direct additions or withdrawals, or through
interception of an aquifer by cuts or excavations?
h. Substantial reduction in the amount of water other-
wise available for public water supplies? X
i. Exposure of people or property to water related
hazards such as flooding?
j. Significant changes in the temperature, flow, or
chemical content of surface thermal springs?
4. Plant Life. Will the proposal result in:
a. Change in the diversity of species, or number of any
species of plants (including trees, shrubs, grass
crops, and aquatic plants)
b. Reduction of the numbers of any unique, rare or
endangered species of plants? X
YES yr,
X
X
X
X
X
YES MAYBE NO
c. Introduction of new species of plants into an area,
or in a barrier to the normal replenishment of
existing species? X
d. Reduction in acreage of any agricultural crop? X
5. Animal Life. Will the proposal result in:
a. Change in the diversity of species, or numbers of
any species of animals (birds, land animals includ-
ing reptiles, fish, or insects)?
b. Reduction of the numbers of any unique, rare or
endangered species of animals? X
c. Introduction of new species of animals into an area,
or result in a barrier to the migration or movement
of animals?
6. Noise. Will proposal result in:
a. Increases in existing noise levels?
b. Exposure of people to severe noise levels?
7. Light and Glare. Will the proposal produce new light
or glare?
X
X
d. Deterioration to existing wildlife or fish habitat? X
X
X
8. Land Use. Will the proposal result in a substantial
a tT e=at on of the present or planned land use of an
area? X
9. Natural Resources. Will the proposal result in:
a. Increase in the rate of use of any natural
resources?
b. Substantial depletion of any nonrenewable natural
resource? X
10. Risk of Upset. Will the proposal involve:
a. A risk of an explosion or the release of hazardous
substances (inlcuding, but not limited to, oil,
pesticides, chemicals or radiation) in the event
of an accident or upset conditions?
b. Possible interference with an emergency response
plan or an emergency evacuation plan? X
11. Population. Will the proposal alter the location,
distribution; density, or growth rate of the human
population of an area?
12. Housing. Will the proposal affect existing housing,
or create a demand for additional housing? X
13. Transportation /Circulation. Will the proposal result
in:
a. Generation of substantial additional vehicular
movement?
-5-
YES :!AME NC
X
X
X
b. Effects on existing parking facilities, or demand
for new parking?
c. Substantial impact upon existing transportation
systems?
d. Alterations to present patterns of circulation or
movement of people and /or goods?
e. Alterations to waterborne, rail or air traffic?
f. Increase in traffic hazardous to motor vehicles,
bicyclists or pedestrians?
14. Public Services. Will the proposal have an effect upon,
or result in a need for new or altered governmental
services in any of the following areas:
a. Fire protection? X
b. Police protection? X
c. Schools? X
d. Parks or other recreational facilities? X
e. Maintenance of public facilities, including roads? X
f. Other governmental services? X
15. Energy. Will the proposal result in:
a. Use of substantial amounts of fuel or energy? X
YES :•1AY3E NC
X
_X_
b. Substantial increase in demand upon existing
sources of energy, or require the development of
new sources of energy?
16. Utilities. Will the proposal result in a need for new
systems, or• substantial alterations to the following
utilities:
a. Power or natural gas?
b. Communications systems?
c. Water?
d. Sewer or septic tanks?
e. Storm water drainage?
f. Solid waste and disposal?
17. Human Health. Will the proposal result in:
a. Creation of any health hazard or potential health
hazard (excluding mental health)?
b. Exposure of people to potential health hazards?
18. Aesthetics. Will the proposal result in the obstruc-
tion o any scenic vista or view open to the public,
or will the proposal result in the creation of an
aesthetically offensive site open to public view?
19. Recreation. Will the proposal result in an impact upon
the quality or quantity of existing recreational
opportunities?
YES MAYBE SC
X
X
X
X
20. Cultural Resources.
a. Will the proposal result in the alteration of or
the destruction of a prehistoric or historic
archeological site?
b. Will the proposal result in adverse physical or
aesthetic effects to a prehistoric or historic
building, structure, or object?
c. Does the proposal have the potential to cause a
physical change which would affect unique ethnic
cultural values?
d. Will the proposal restrict existing religious or
sacred uses within the potential impact area? X
21. Mandatory Findings of Significance.
a. Does the project have the potential to degrade the
quality of the environment, substantially reduce
the habitat of fish or wildlife species, cause a
fish or wildlife population to drop below self
sustaining levels, threaten to eliminate a plant
or animal community, reduce the number or restrict
the range of a rare or endangered plant or animal or
eliminate important examples of the major periods
of California history or prehistory?
The regulations in the NHR Ordinance are aimed and
specifically designed to minimize impacts of future
developments on the natural environment.
b Does the project have the potential to achieve
short -term, to the disadvantage of long -term,
environmental goals? (A short -term impact on
the environment is one which occurs in a rela-
tively brief, definitive period of time while
long -term impacts will endure well into the
future.) 4
The ordinance includes regulations and restrictions
for all proposed developments, and will minimize short
and long term impacts.
YFS MAY3E NO
X
X
c. Does the project have impacts which are indivi-
dually limited, but cumulatively considerable?
(A project may impact on two or more separate
resources where the impact on each resource is
relatively small, but where the effect of the
total of those impacts on the environment is
significant.)
the .ggulations and restrictions are related to all
aspects of conservation of natural resources.
d. Does the project have environmental effects which
will cause substantial adverse effects on human
beings, either directly or indirectly?
Developments in geological or other hazard zones
are regulated to ensure the necessary mitigation
measures to minimize impacts on the environment.
II. DISCUSSION OF ENVIRONMENTAL EVALUATION
The purpose of the combined zone district ordinance is to apply
YES :4AY3E NO
the same regulations to all City hillside areas to ensure conservation
of the natural environment, to integrate developments in the natural
environment, control or prevent development in areas of geotechnical,
flood or other hazards, and to preserve the scenic view of the hills.
These regulations intend to minimize adverse impacts on the environment.
X
J
W. DETERMINATION
On the basis of this initial evaluation:
(g, I find the proposed project COULD NOT have a significant effect
on the environment, and a NEGATIVE DECLARATION will be prepared.
O I find that although the proposed project could have a significant
effect on the environment, there will not be a significant effect
in this case because the mitigation measures described on an
attached sheet have been added to the project. A NEGATIVE DECLARATION
WILL BE PREPARED.
O I find the proposed project MAY have a significant effect on the
environment, and an ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT is required.
DATE: 1/2g1g2
4DDITIONAL COMMENTS:
S IGNATTJRE
For:
-10- (rev. 5/16/80)
Printed on recycled paper.
M E M O R A N D U M
13777 FRUITVALE AVENUE SARATOGA, CALIFORNIA 95070
(408) 867 -3438
COUNCIL MEMBERS:
TO: Planning Commission
FROM: Tsvia Adar, Associate Planner
DATE: April 7, 1992 (continued from March 25, 1992)
SUBJECT: HR Hillside Residential Zone District A combined
district of NHR and HC -RD
Karen Anderson
Martha Clevenger
Willem Kohler
Victor Monia
Francis Stutzman
On 6/19/91, Saratoga Citizens Investigative Committee for Tract
7770 submitted its final report. One of the Committee's
recommendations was to combine the regulations of the HC -RD,
Hillside Conservation Residential District, and the NHR,
Northwestern Hillside Residential District into a single set of
hillside development zoning ordinances. This concept of combined
zone districts, was also approved by the City Council at its joint
meeting with the Planning Commission in May, 1991.
The HC -RD ordinance was originally established by the City on April
7, 1976 and included all the City's hillside areas within the
current HC -RD and the NHR zone boundaries.
On 6/2/81, following Measure "A the Northwestern Hillside
Specific Plan was adopted, directing the establishment of the NHR
zone district. The newly established ordinance emphasized the
preservation of the natural environment and the existing rural
character of the City. A number of new regulations were added to
the NHR ordinance aimed to protect visually prominent hillside
areas, and avoid development that would be subject to geological or
flood hazards which cannot be corrected.
The zone district standards in the NHR ordinance remain, however,
fairly similar to the HC -RD ordinance. Recent amendment to the
Zoning Ordinance further reduced the differences in the two zones.
Comparison of the differences in the regulations in both zone
districts is attached to the staff report.
The combined zone district is proposed to be renamed HR Hillside
Residential district. The proposed HR ordinance applies the
regulations and standards of the NHR zone district.
The following are the various sections of the HC -RD ordinance that
are being modified in the new HR ordinance:
1. Section 15- 14.010 Purposes of Article
Although the list of purposes in the NHR and HC -RD ordinances
are presented differently, the intent of hillside conservation
through sensitive and compatible development with the natural
environment and geological /soil hazards is clearly expressed
in both ordinances. The "Purposes" section of the NHR
ordinance was incorporated in the HR zone ordinance.
Subsection (e) was modified to specify the area to which the
Northwestern Hillside Specific Plan is applied. The
applicable area includes only the current NHR district
boundaries.
2. Section 15- 14.020 Definition
This section does not exist in the HC -RD zone district, and
was included in the new HR ordinance.
3. Section 15- 13.030 Conditional Uses
The conditional use permits in the NHR and HC -RD are
identical. However, in the NHR zoning ordinance, the
conditional uses listed in paragraphs (b), (c), (d), (e) and
(f) require to compliance with additional findings. These
findings are proposed to be included in the HR ordinance.
Additional conditional uses exist in the NHR and were included
in the HR ordinance. These uses include, stables and corrals,
plant nurseries, wineries and cluster development (paragraphs
(g) (h) (j) and (k) in Sec. 15- 14.040)
4. Subsection 15- 14.050(c) and (d) under Development Criteria
These two sections related to additional geotechnical studies
and inspection reports do not exist in the HC -RD and were
included in the HR ordinance.
4
5. Subsection 15- 13.050(c) Location of Building Sites
The parallel section in the NHR [15- 14.050(e)] is more
specific and references the geotechnical hazard districts.
The NHR regulation was incorporated in the HR ordinance.
6. Subsection 15- 14.050(f) Clustering of Dwelling Units
The HC -RD zone district ordinance has no provision for
clustered development. This provision was incorporated in the
HR ordinance and will apply to all the hillside areas within
the current NHR and HC -RD boundaries.
7. Subsection 15- 14.050(a) Grading
This section was currently amended in both the NHR and HC -RD
ordinance to read the same.
8. Subsection 15- 13.090(a) Front Yard, Side Yard and Rear Yard
The rear yard setback for interior lots in the HC -RD are
smaller than those in the NHR. The NHR setbacks of 50 ft. for
one story and 60 ft. for two -story were incorporated in the HR
ordinance. The HC -RD rear yard setbacks are 35/45 ft.
respectively. Most of the lots in the HC -RD are similar in
size as in the NHR and normally maintain larger setbacks than
the minimum required. Therefore, the application of the NHR
rear yard standard should not create an unexpected number of
nonconforming structures.
The HC -RD height standard does not include development
restriction on minor and major ridgelines. The NHR
regulations related to maximum allowable height above
ridgelines was incorporated in the HR ordinance.
The City hired a consultant who is at the final stage of
preparation of a City -wide ridgeline map. The map will be
presented to the Planning Commission and the City Council for
adoption. At that time, the sections of the Code related to
development restrictions on ridgelines will be amended as
necessary.
Environmental Impact Assessment
An initial study of possible environmental impacts was prepared by
staff. The new HR ordinance incorporates the more restrictive
regulations to ensure that developments are sensitive to the
natural environment, and minimize adverse impacts. A Negative
Declaration was prepared for Planning Commission review.
Staff Recommendations:
Staff recommends that the Planning Commission adopt the attached
Resolution #AZO -92 -002 recommending adoption of the HR combined
zoning ordinance and the Negative Declaration by the City Council.
9. Section 15- 13.100 Height of Structures
Attachments:
1. Mk Proposed Ordinance
2. HC- RD /NHR comparison
3. Resolution AZO 91 002
Negative ion and Initial Study
5. City Council /Planning Commission joint meeting minutes from
5/14/91
TA /dsc
wp \tsvia \memo.pc \hrord
NHR /HC -RD Comparison
NHR
515- 14.010 Parma or mode
In addition to the objectives set forth in Section 15-05.020, the northwestern
hillsides residential dbtriet is included in the Zoning Ordinance to achieve the
following purposes
(a) To maintain to the maximum degree feasible the natural environment
and elating rural character of the area to which the district is applied.
features u development dsopment of gently eloping sites having natural
screening preference to steep, visually exposed sites.
(e) 7b implement the open space element of the General Plan by ensuring
maximum preservation of open space, including major ridplinss, densely wooded
areas, and riparian vegetation.
id) To prevent development that woeld be subject to significant
uneorreetable geotsoimiaal or flood bawds.
(s) To implement the Northwestern Hillside epesulc Plan as adopted by the
City on June 2,1981.
HC -RD
1115 -15.018 Ptepecae et Areas
In addition to the objectives sat forth in Bastion 15-05.020, the hillside
conservation reddsnthl district is inch led in the Zoning Ordinance to achieve the
following [exposes:
(a) To create a zoning district and regulations therefor to implement the
open span conservation 01 the landscaping and open epee at preservation ews
permitting orderly and regulated residential development.
(b) TO create a mning district compatible cud ommistent with the slope
oo:uervatian ants shows on the General Plan.
(e) To create a spatial zoning district which establishes development density
an guidelines and criteria based upon steepness of slope end other matters relating
to development eepability.
(d) 7b Insure as orderly and harmonies.' sbtpe -family residential
development that will minimise the amount of disturbaaee to the natural terrain.
(e) 7b lours Lad use in halloos with its natural ddlity to support
(t) 7b requite geologic, soils and other investigation and reports so as to
minimise hazards.
(g) 7b create a zoning district for application to open space areas which is
r r� ad adoptab a to being combined with *need community development
open eeasements,�and thus to homes �A con o ge e at dedication of
the
additionally supplement the apes spats aces of
NHR
515- 14.020 Danz akar
In addition to the definitions set forth in Article 15-05 of this Chapter, all of
which are applicable to this Article, the following definitions shall apply to certain
terms used herein:
(a) Ctty%s geologic maps means the Ground Movement Potential Maps, u
adopted by the City in Section 16- 85.020 of this Code, including the geologic data
and text report to be utilised in conjunction therewith.
(b) Major ridge mew a line connecting the points of highest elevation at
the top of and parallel to the long axis of the lines of hills designated as major
ridges as generally shown on the map entitled "Major Ridges NHR District"
adopted as part of this Article.
(e) Minor ridge means a ridge other than a major ridge that is fifty feet or
more above two points one hundred fifty feet distant from the top of the ridge on
either side.
HC-.RD
This Section does not exist in the HC -RD
NHR
510.10JY Ceaditlesd es
The follow condition& eon may be Niswed Is the NU dente, upon the
granting of a use permit peesuaat te Arens 1555 err Argon 1541 d this Chapters
(al Aeocaaary strvattaea W one bested se the same site es a condltimd
um.
(b) Any of the conditional mm Wtad m Perageapin (b), (o), (d), (e) and (A of
Saetion 15- 17.030, provided the sue de an ornate maiar nettle or now Jepson
and are famed to be compatible win the 1m.ediats1y weerandlns seen
(e) Public utility and pare swiss ptmepinc statics, power stations.
drahep way and struoeerea, stomp tanks and tomemmelen tme..
(a! Raerembinel ems% to be mad coley by persons residua as the site and
their t;
(e) Bearding stables sad esemmity stables, sableat to the rapWlons
praeeelbed in Secnon 140.720 et this Coda.
(0 Model hoses utilised is coneseon with the sale of new sigie tuft'
dtreignps in a Mains, located epee a lot wit hi the saes subdivision at, in the
discretion d the Merin( Comma, epos a lot within antler sobdrhba
developed by the appn ens% far emit period of time as determined by the Pleating
Commission, not to cawed an initial term of one year and not •seceding a term of
one year to each extension thereat.
(g) Stables and mean to the beeping for privets to d mere the two
horses sea site. The neatness net site area for sash horse shall be 40,000 were
feet, usenet that in the egmOwUs see any, one additions' base say be permitted
tar each 40,000 square test d net site are& All hone shall be subteen to the
regulations end license provisions sat forth la lentos 1- -10.220 of Mk Code.
(t) Plant nurseries, eadudLg sales et items other then plant materiel/.
M. W Wineries.
Art1eN 1hH0 One seated mit, d as eathotised by a the permit pasted pnesset to
(k) Cluster developments in accordance vith Section 15-
14.070(c).
HC -RD
515 -1LN. CaidItImel ems
The i of a �ltlmnl uses may be albab In an HC-RD district, upon the
Pit ptleauaat to Article 15-80 or Article 13-8I of this Chapter:
(a) Accessory structures and uass located on the same sits es a conditional
use.
(b) Comfmmity factUtlui.
(o) Institutional faeWtia&.
facW (d) Police and firs statism and otMr public bedldlnp, structures and
(s) Religious and charitable institutions.
(f) Nursing homes and day ears facilities.
W Public utWty and public service pumping stations, power stations,
drainage ways and strestwes, storage tanks and transmission lines.
their Recreational ocean used s, to be solely by parsons resident an the site and
(1) Boarding stables and oommtmity stables, subpet to the regulations
prescribed In Section 7.20.=20 of this Code.
(9 Model homes utilised in eenoeetion with the sale of new single- family
dwelling" In a subdivision, toasted upon a lot within the same subdivision or, in the
discretion of the Plana* Commision, upon a lot within another subdivision
developed by the appIieant, for such period of time as determined by the Planning
Commission, not to mooed an bdtial term- of one year and not exceeding a term of
one year for sash extension thereof.
(k) One second unit, as authorised by a use permit granted pursuant to
Article 1S-56 of this Chapter.
NHR
51s- 14.0141 Development criteria
additions' studies studies required. The City shall also require the following
a permit, t to approval of a site development plan or prior to 'menu kiln to the subdivdision ore the site determines that existing information
have been obtained from any or ail of such additional studies:
(1) Soil and foundatio engineering g inveatigation by a registered civil
engineer addressing site preparation (clearing and stripping),
grading requirements (cut and ffll. design and construction),
pavement design, drainage (surface and subsurface), utility trench
bat:kilning, design parameters for foundations and retaining walls,
soil stability, technical plan review, and field inspection
procedures.
(2) With respect to any terrain on or within one hundred feet of a
significant recognized landslide deposit, an investigation by a
certified engineering geologist including a detailed evaluation of
the natural slope conditions and recommendations for the
treatment or correction of any unstable slopes. Slope stability
studies may require extensive subsurface work.
(3) With respect to any area within one hundred feet of a recognized
trace of the potentially active Berroeal fault, an investigation by a
certified engineering geologist addressing the seismic hazards
related to the nearby trace, with particular emphasis on evaluation
of possible surface faulting. Investigative techniques will require
subsurface trenching and possibly geophysical traverses unless
clear evidence is presented to show that no fault crosses the site of
a habitable structure.
(4) A slope stability analysis showing the building site and its
immediately surrounding area having a factor of safety against
failure of at least 1.5 or equivalent, in the event of an earthquake
on the San Andreas Fault having a magnitude of 8.3 on the Richter
scale.
(d) inspection reports The results of the geologic and soil investigations
referred to in Paragraphs (b) and (c) of this Section shall be reviewed and approved
by the City and shall become conditions of approval of a development proposal. The
soils engineer and the engineering geologist may be required to submit reports
during grading, during construction, and following completion of the project. The
final report shall affirm that the grading and foundation excavations were done
under the supervision of a soils engineer and/or engineering geologist, shall describe
the as -built condition of the project, and shall contain such other information as
may be required by the City.
HC -RD
These Sections do not exist in the HC -RD
(e). Location of building sites.
(I) In locating building sites, preference shalt be given to areas
classified in the City's geologic maps as Sbr, Sls, Sun and Sex. Sites
on potentially moving slopes (Pm w• Ps, Pd) and moving slopes (Ms)
shall not be approved unless geologic and soil engineering analysis
provided by the applicant demonstrate loag -term stability to the
satisfaction of the City.
(2) The average natural grade of the footprint underneath any dwelling
unit, swimming pool or other structure shall not exceed thirty
percent slope, and no dwelling unit, swimming pool or other
structure shall be built upon a slope which exceeds forty percent
natural slope at any location under the structure between two five
foot contour lines, except that: (1) a variance pursuant to Article
15-70 of this Chapter may be granted where the findings prescribed
in Section 15- 70.080 can be inade, and (1I) an exception under
Article 14-35 of the Subdivision Ordinance may be granted where
the findings prescribed in Section 14-33.020 can be made.
(f) Clustering et dwliing mita. Dwelling units may be clustered with the
approval of the Planning Commission. Such approval shall be based upon a finding the clustering of dwelling units will significantly promote the purposes of this
Article while allowing reasonable use and
enjoyment of the site. The clustering of
dwelling units shall be subject to the restrictions on density as set forth in Section
15- 14.070 and the yard requirements u set forth in Section 15- 14.100.
(e) Lowatieh et bidding situ. The avenge natural grade of the footprint
underneath any dwelling wit, swimming pool or other structure shall not exceed
thirty percent slope, and no dwelling wdt, swimming pool or other structure shall be
built upon a slope which exceeds forty percent natural slope at any location under
the structure between two five -toot contour Unme except that:
(1) A view pirsuant to Article 1540 of this Chapter may be
granted where the findings prescribed in Section 15 70.080 can be
made, and
(2) An exception under Article 14-35 of the Subdivision Ordinance may
be made. where the findings in Section 14- 35.020 can
NHR
HC -RD
Clustering is not permitted in the HC -RD
S1S 14.100 Frank yard, side pro and rear yard
(a) Except as otherwise provided in Paragraphs (e) or (d) of this Section, the
minimum front yard, side yards and rear yard of any lot in the NHS district, except
a corner lot, shall be as follows:
Front Side Single -Story Multi-Story
Yard Yard Rear Y Rear Yard
30 f 20 f *$Oft. *60 ft.
(b) Except as otherwise provided in Paragraphs (c) or (d) of this Section, the
minimum front yard, side yards and rear yard of any corner lot in the NHR district
shall be u follows:
Front Exterior Interior Single -Story Multi -Story
Yard Side Yard Sid__ Rear yard Re= d
30 ft. ZS ft. 20 ft. ZO tL 30 ft.
(e) The minimum side yard requirements set forth in Paragraphs (a) and (b)
of this Section shall not apply to clustered dwelling units and such units may be
located at any point at least ten feet from the side property lines; provided,
however, the space between clustered dwelling units on adjacent sites shall be not
less than thirty feel
S15- 13.000 boat yard, aide yards awl MP Aral
(a) The minimum front yard, side yards and rear yard of any lot in an HC-
RD district, except emir lot, stall be as followo
Front
Yard
30 ft.
NHR
HC -RD
Tar
Rear Rear Yard
Oft. *33ft: *sift.
(b) The saddens front yard, side -yards and rear yard of any corner lot in an
EC-SD dbtelst shall bees follows:
Front Interior Interior SingivItery Multi-Story
Side Yard, !teat Yard Rear Yard
38 ft. 2$ft. MI ft. =oft. 30 ft.
NHR
51S- 14.110 Height at struetses
following No struhtue shall exceed two stories nor shall any structure exceed the
(a) No structure shall extend to an elevation within
of the nearest adjacent major ridge that does not have eight feet from the top
dense tree cover.
(b) No main structure shall extend to an elevation more than twelve feet
above the nearest adjacent minor ridge that does not have dense tree cover.
(c) A single- family dwelling not limited by Paragraphs (a) or (b) above, shall
not exceed twenty -six feet in height. Any other type of main structure not limited
by Paragraphs (a) or (b) above, shall not exceed thirty feet in height.
(d) An accessory structure not limited by Paragraph (a) above shall not
exceed twelve feet in height.
HC -RD
515 -13.110 Height of strustem=
(a) No single- family *Mast shall exceed twvetpcht feet in height and no
other
type of main structure shell exceed thirty fat in height,
(b) No accessory structure shall nosed twelve fat in height.
(e) No structure shall exceed two stories.
MINUTES
SARATOGA CITY COUNCIL
TIME: Tuesday, May 14, 1991 7:30 p.m.
PLACE: Community Ctr. Arts and Crafts Rm., 19655 Allendale Ave.
TYPE: Adjourned Regular Meeting /Joint Meeting with Planning Commission
1. Roll Call
Councilmembers Anderson (arrived at 7:38 p.m.), Clevenger, Kohler and
Monia were present; Mayor Stutzman was absent. Vice Mayor Kohler
presided at the meeting.
2. Report of City Clerk on Posting of Agenda
The City Clerk reported that pursuant to Government Code 54954.2, the
agenda for this meeting was properly posted on May 10. The notice of
adjournment from the May 1 Council meeting was properly posted on May
2.
3. Oral Communications from the Public None.
4. Design Review Revisions, Development Standards Revisions, single
family districts
The Planning Director presented a report on the changes proposed by
staff as a result of Council direction and discussions by the Planning
Commission and staff since the October 1990 meeting where development
standard reform was discussed.
Discussion ensued regarding limiting house size in the hillside zones
as is done in the R -1 districts. There was also discussion on the
problem of creating too many non conforming lots in the R -1 districts
by increasing setback requirements. The reduction in house size as a
function of height was also discussed as to intent regarding houses of
less than 18 feet in height not being penalized but in fact rewarded
by an increased house size if the house is less than 18 feet high. The
slope density adjustment revision to make same more restrictive than
currently exists was discussed and the limitation on house size of 2400
square feet was also discussed.
Staff was instructed to prepare tables showing various slope densities,
lot sizes, and house sizes to examine the need for maximum home size.
generally It was agreed exempt from coverage but reduce
the allowable coverageexcept for driveways as discussed by staff.
Staff to provide for allowing a merger of lots and proportionate
increase in house size as an incentive for merger.
5. Application and Expectations Ex Parte Policy
The City Attorney reviewed the concept of ex parte communication as it
relates to due process, particularly as related to items which are the
subject of a public hearing.
The City Council agreed that the City Attorney should prepare such a
policy in writing and the reasons thereto for adoption by the City
Council as a guide to the Council and the City's commissions.
6. Combining the HCRD and NHR Districts pros and cons
It was agreed that with the application of ridgeline standards that
these two districts should be combined and the HCRD district merged
into the NHR district.
7. Circulation Element and Heritage Lane Designation resolving
conflicts
It was generally agreed that policies regarding heritage lanes should
be included in the circulation element but the impacts of such policies
should be analyzed. Heritage Commission to work on creating an
inventory of heritage lanes for the Planning Commission to address in
the Circulation Element.
City Council Minutes
Page 2 May 14, 1991
It was agreed.that standards for arterials and collectors should be
illustrated in the Circulation Element.
8. Dividend Proposal for Paul Masson Status and Prospects
The Planning Director briefed the Council and the Commission on the
status of progress in developing the site under the current approved
plan. An alternative plan is now being proposed for the site if senior
housing will not or cannot be built. The developer asked for
concurrence to continue.
Councilmember Monia asked for an update on the inventory of senior
housing in the surrounding area by staff for the hearing on this
matter.
Mr. Oliver brought up the issue of weed abatement on the Beauchamps
Park for 1989.
9. Circulation Element and the necessity to conduct further studies
of specific streets Discussed under Item #7.
10. Adjournment
The meeting was adjourned at 10:23 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Harry R. Peacock
City Clerk
PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES
April 7, 1992
Page 8
It was a consensus of the Commission to place this on the consent
calendar for the next meeting with revisions made by Commissioners.
2. HR Hillside Residential Zone District Combined District of
the NHR and HC -RD Zone Districts, Articles 15 -13 and 15 -14 of
the City Code.
In response to Com. Moran's question, Ms. Adar explained the
noticing for these hearings.
City Manager Peacock stated there are few parcels of land which
will be effected by this zoning.
Com. Moran suggested that staff notify the property owners in the
HC -RD zone district.
Ms. Adar stated staff is in the process of completing the major
ridge line map, which will include this area and the Planning
Commission will review this. Ms. Adar stated that height
restrictions, rear setbacks and clustering will be changed. She
noted staff do not anticipate major concerns.
Com. Moran made the following changes: Page 7 (b) should read "To
encourage development on gently sloping sites having natural
screening features in preference to development on steep, visually
exposed sites." Page 8, section S15- 13.040 add the word "or"
before "noise"
In response to Com. Moran's question, City Manager Peacock
explained what a "model home" is.
Chr. Caldwell requested that staff place application of the NHR
Specific Plan to list the entire zoning district, on the agenda for
discussion and consideration. She stated if this requires a
General Plan Amendment, this would be her recommendation.
BOGOSIAN /FAVERO MOVED TO RECOMMEND TO THE CITY COUNCIL ADOPTION OF
THE COMBINATION OF THE NHR AND HC -RD ZONING DISTRICT WITH THE
REVISED CHANGES. PASSED 4 -0.
DIRECTOR'S ITEMS
1. Review of amended guidelines regarding 4 modifications to
approved plan sets.
Chr. Caldwell outlined minor changes to the guidelines as follows:
4. Landscaping for screening No change allowed. The landscape
plan must show conditions specified by the Commission. The
determination of whether or not the screening is adequate to
meet the conditions shall be made prior to issuance of a
zoning clearance.
SARATOGA CITY COUNCIL
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY 110.21/W AGENDA ITEM
MEETING DATE: May 6 1992
ORIGINATING DEPT: Engineering
SUBJECT: Relocation of Pedestrian and Equestrian Easement,
21471 Continental Circle (Kemp)
Recommended Action:
1. Adopt resolution abandoning existing easement.
2. Adopt resolution accepting offer of new easement.
Discussion:
Motion Vote:
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CITY MGR. APPROV It
Mr. Mrs. Kemp, the Owners of 21471 Continental Circle in the
Parker Ranch subdivision, have requested the relocation of a
pedestrian and equestrian easement on their. property. The existing
easement has never been used by the public because of topography
problems and instead, a new trail was developed by the Kemp's last
year which has been used by the public. The Kemp's are requesting
abandonment of the existing easement which runs next to their home
and are offering to the City a new easement across their property
in the location where the trail actually exists. This matter was
reviewed by the Parks and Recreation Commission in June of last
year and was approved by the Commission at that time.
Fiscal Impacts:
None.
Attachments:
1. Vicinity and Site Maps.
2. Resolution abandoning easement.
3. Resolution accepting easement.
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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY NO. 211 AGENDA ITEM Z
MEETING DATE: May 6, 1”2 CITY MGR. APPROVAL Weg,-
ORIGINATING DEPT: city Manager's Office
SUBJECT: Recreation Department /CASA Fun Run Special Events
Permit Request
Recommended Motion:
Authorize the City Manager's Office to issue a Special Events
Permit for the Fun Run as proposed. Further authorize City
financing for all law enforcement and liability costs as a co-
sponsor, and authorize the closure of Herriman Avenue for 45
minutes as proposed.
Report Summary:
SARATOGA CITY COUNCIL
This is the fifth year that the Fun Run will be held, and the third
year for co- sponsorship by the City Recreation Department. As co-
sponsor, the City will pick up the law enforcement and liability
costs of the activity, as well as providing staffing for the
organization of the event.
The Fun Run is scheduled for Sunday, June 7, 1992, beginning at
8 :30 a.m. 750 participants are anticipated. Staff has advised
those residents affected by the closure of Herriman Avenue.
Fiscal. Iiipacts:
$60 filing fee and $250 clean -up deposit waived. Approximately
$90 for law enforcement services. Unknown fiscal impact with
regard to liability coverage.
Attachments:
Report by Recreation Director and event flyer.
Motion and Vote:
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13777 FRUITVALE AVENUE SARATOGA, CALIFORNIA 95070
(408) 867 -3438
To: Carolyn King
From: Joan Pisani
Subject: Saratoga Fun Run
Listed below is the information you requested for the Saratoga Fun Run
Special Events Permit.
1. Date: June 7, 1992
Time: 8:30 a.m.
2. Estimated attendance: 750
3. Co- sponsors: Saratoga Recreation Department, CASA (Community Against
Substance Abuse), •and Pacific Western Bank
4. Route at Fun Run:
The Fun Run- will use the same route as last year.
Participants will check in at Saratoga High School. Runners will
complete one lap around the Saratoga High track, out through the
gates at the Herriman end of the track, across Herriman, down
Lexington Court, turn right onto Franklin, left onto Hammons and
right onto Glen Brae. The finish will be at Congress Springs Park.
5. Length of run: 2 miles
Printed on recycled paper.
COUNCIL MEMBERS:
Karen Anderson
April 15 199 1 a Clevenger
Willem Kohler
Victor Monia
Francis Stutzman
6. Description of participants: Walkers, runners, children on bikes,
and roller bladers
7. Re routing at traffic:
Herriman will be closed approximately forty -five minutes to one hour.
When cars are going east on Saratoga Sunnyvale Rd. wishing to turn
Herriman, they will have to go down one block and take Thelma to
Beaumont to Herriman. When cars are going west on Saratoga-Sunnyvale
Rd. wishing to turn left on Herriman, they should proceed to the
village and turn left on Saratoga Ave.
8. Food: CASA will sell donuts, muffins, coffee and juice at the end
of the race
9. Traffic Control: We have contracted with the Reserve Sheriff's Unit
to provide traffic control
10. First Aid: A first aid station will be set up at the end of the race
11. Amplified Sound: No amplified sound will be needed this year
Attached you will find a draft of the Fun Run registration flier. If
you need more information, please let me know.
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8-9, 10-11, .12 -13,
14-18, 19-29, 3
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SEX M/F DATE OF BIRTH
LAST NAME
STREET
CITY
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June 7, 1992 8:30 am
Don't miss the sixth annual Saratoga Fun Run. Co- sponsored by the City of Saratoga
Recreation Department. Saratoga CASA (Community Against Substance :Abuse) and
Pacific Western Bank. The 2 mile run or walk will begin at Saratoga High School
and finish at Congress Springs Park. (See ,nap on back of this fIyel)
After the race, food will be sold at Congress Springs Park.
AWARDS: •Trophy to First Place Male and Female
•Awards to First Male and Female in 10 age divisions.
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Note: Mail entry pre registration ends May 22,1992. Pick up T -shirt day of the race. To register in person take this completed form and
a check payable to CITY of SARATOGA or SARATOGA CASA to any of the above locations or mail to: CITY of SARATOGA
RECREATION DEPARTMENT, 13777 FRUITVALE AVE, SARATOGA, CA 95070
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I, the undersigned, do agree to hold the City of Saratoga, Saratoga CASA. and Pacific Western Bank and any officer and employee
thereof harmless from any claim, demand or cause of action for injury or damage to property to the above named participant ansmg
out of or in any way connected with the above named activity. Neither the City, Saratoga CASA, or Pacific Western Bank will be
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SARATOGA CITY COUNCIL
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY NO. 2-V AGENDA ITEM
MEETING DATE: May. 6, 1992
ORIGINATING DEPT: Engineerinq
CITY MGR. APPROVA
SUBJECT: Abandonment of Emergency Access Easement and
Relocation of Pedestrian Access Easement,
20695 Rice Court Godbole)
Recommended Action:
1. Adopt resolution abandoning existing easements.
2. Adopt resolution accepting new easement.
Motion Vote:
Discussion:
Mr. Mrs. Godbole, the owners of 20695 Rice Court, have requested
the abandonment of the emergency access portion of a combination
emergency and pedestiran access easement on their property. The
emergency access easement was created at a time when the Saratoga
Fire District required emergency access between Rice Court and
Surrey Lane. However, as the attached letter from the Fire Chief
indicates, the Fire District no longer needs the emergency access
(which is contiguous with the Godbole's driveway) and he has
determined it appropriate to abandon that portion of the easement.
The pedestrian access portion of the easement would be retained in
its present location outside the Godbole's fence, and would allow
continued pedestrian access between Rice Court and Surrey Lane.
rascal mpacts:
None.
Attachments:
1. Letter from Saratoga Fire District Chief dated April 30, 1992.
2. Vicinity Map.
3. Resolution abandoning easement.
4. Resolution accepting easement.
APR -30 -1992 11 :4? FROM SARATOGA FIRE DIST. TO 2536773 P.02
April 30, 1992
Arti Godbole
20695 Rice Court
Saratoga, Ca. 95070
SARATOGA FIRE DISTRICT
COUNTY OF SANTA CLARA
14380 SARATOGA AVE. SARATOGA, CALIFORNIA 95070
Telephone: (408)867.9001 Fain (408)8674780
Re: Proposed Easement Abandonment
Dear Arti,
I have reviewed your proposal to abandon an easement as described in the Official
Records Book 9042, Page 674. I have determined after a field survey of the location that
the Saratoga Fire District does not have a need to use the "emergency vehicular ingress
and egress" as described in said Records Book. There is access from both Rice Court and
Surrey Lane to reach any point between the two roads, and to maintain such an
easement would be unnecessary. If you have any questions about this, please call me at
867 -9001.
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SARATOGA CITY COUNCIL
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY NO. 1 AGENDA ITEM
CITY MGR. APPROV AAir1
MEETING DATE: May 6, 1992
ORIGINATING DEPT: Engineering
SUBJECT: Pierce Road Bridge Replacement CIP 953:
Review of Bridge Alignment Alternatives
Recommended Action:
Review bridge alignment alternatives and select one on which to
finalize the bridge design.
Discussion:
The design engineer has developed two alignment alternatives for
the Pierce Road bridge replacement. A summary of the alternatives
is provided in the attached letter. At your meeting, I will have
a wall display for you to compare the two alternatives. Since both
alternatives meet applicable traffic engineering standards for the
project and since Alternative A involves less of an environmental
impact and requires the removal of only one 8" tree, I will be
recommending to you that you support Alternative A as the alignment
to which the design engineer should finalize the bridge design
Fiscal Impacts:
Alternative A will result in a less expensive bridge construction
cost than Alternative B, but exactly how much less is not known at
this time.
,Attachments:
1. Letter from Mesiti Miller Engineering dated April 13, 1992.
Motion Vote:
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13 April 1992
Larry I. Perlin
City Engineer
City of Saratoga
13777 Fruitvale Avenue
Saratoga CA 95070
Re: Pierce Road Bridge at Calabasas Creek
Our File No. 90146
Dear Mr. Perlin,
Civil and Structural
Alignment Option A
No additional right of way required.
A 54 foot span.
Eighty foot horizontal curve at north approach.
Five hundred foot horizontal curve at south approach.
New fill at northeast and southwest corners of the bridge.
One eight inch bay tree to be removed.
MESITI- MILLER ENGINEERING
Alignment Option B
Uses additional right of way from Binkley property.
A 65 foot span.
Eighty foot horizontal curve at north approach.
Five hundred foot horizontal curve at south approach.
New fill at northeast corner, north abutment and southeast corner.
Twenty -six inch oak, sixteen inch oak and eight inch bay trees to be removed.
One hundred eighty foot site distance from north approach
Engineering
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APR 13 1992
CITY OF .AR:.i OGt>,
ENGINEER'S OFFICE
We have prepared two alignment options for the new Pierce Road bridge. The schernatic
drawings dated April 4, 1992 were mailed to your office on Friday, April 10, 1992. The
following lists identify features of these alignment options.
One hundred seventy foot site distance from north approach. (One hundred fifty feet is required
for a 25 mph design speed.)
224 Walnut Ave. Santa Cruz, CA 95062 408 426 -3186
MESITI- MILLER ENGINEEF 90146, Page 2
For comparison, the existing bridge has these features:
Forty-four foot span.
Sixty -five foot horizontal curve at the north approach.
Five hundred foot horizontal curve at the south approach.
One hundred fifty feet of site distance from the north approach.
Alignment Options A and B are for a bridge with a 32 foot wide travelled way.
If you have any questions about these preliminary schematic bridge alignments, please do not
hesitate to call.
Respectfully yours,
ESI I -MI LER ENGINEERING
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Karen Groppi
Staff Engineer
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cc: Bill Cole, William Cotton Associates
Fax to Addressee
Project File
Reviewed by,
Mark Mesiti Miller
Principal Engineer