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Home My WebLink About2002 Action Minutes�j CITY OF SARATOGA PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION MINUTES DATE: Wednesday, October 12, 2005 - 7:00 p.m. PLACE: Council Chambers /Civic Theater, 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA TYPE: Regular Meeting ROLL CALL: Commissioners Manny Cappello, Jill Hunter, Robert Kundtz, Linda Rodgers, Michael Schallop, Mike Uhl, and Chair Susie Nagpal Absent: Schallop, Uhl Staff: Planners Bhatt, Oosterhous, Director Livingstone, and minutes clerk Shinn PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE MINUTES: Draft Minutes from Regular Planning Commission Meeting of September 28, 2005 (Approved 5 -0) ORAL COMMUNICATIONS — Any member of the Public will be allowed to address the Planning Commission for up to three minutes on matters not on this agenda. The law generally prohibits the Planning Commission from discussing or taking action on such items. However, the Planning Commission may instruct staff accordingly regarding Oral Communications under Planning Commission direction to Staff. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS- PLANNING COMMISSION DIRECTION TO STAFF Instruction to staff regarding actions on current Oral Communications. REPORT OF POSTING AGENDA Pursuant to Government Code 54954.2, the agenda for this meeting was properly posted on October 6, 2005. REPORT OF APPEAL RIGHTS If you wish to appeal any decision on this Agenda, you may file an "Appeal Application" with the City Clerk within fifteen (15) calendar days of the date of the decision pursuant to Municipal Code 15- 90.050 (b). CONSENT CALENDAR None PUBLIC HEARINGS All interested persons may appear and be heard at the above time and place. Applicants /Appellants and their representatives have a total of ten minutes maximum for opening statements. Members of the Public may comment on any item for up to three minutes. Applicant /Appellants and their representatives have a total of five minutes maximum for closing statements. 1. APPLICATION #04 -285 (386 -10 -049) — GABILLE, 17777 Saratoga Avenue: The applicant requests approval of a Use Permit to place a generator on the site near the intersection of Lawrence Expressway and Saratoga Avenue. The site is located in the Professional and Administrative Office (P -A) zoning district. The generator is proposed to be situated at the southwest corner of the property. An eight -foot high sound barrier wall will surround the generator.(SHWETA BHATT) APPROVED 5 -0 2. APPLICATION #06 -043 (393 -14 -010) - WINNINGHAM, 13201 Ten Oak Way: The applicant requests design review approval to construct a 895 square foot second- story addition to an existing one -story single- family residence on a corner lot. The total floor area of the proposed second -story residence is 4,257 square feet. The maximum height of the proposed residence is 22.35 feet. The gross lot size is 17,424 square feet and the site is zoned R -1 - 12,500. (CHRISTY OOSTERHOUs) APPROVED 5 -0 DIRECTORS ITEM None COMMISSION ITEMS None COMMUNICATIONS None ADJOURNMENT TO NEXT MEETING Wednesday, October 26, 2005 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers /Civic Theater 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Clerk at (408) 868 -1269 or ctclerk @saratoga.ca.us. Notification 48 hours prior to the meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to this meeting (28 CFR 35.102- 35.104 ADA Title II). Certificate of Posting of Agenda: I, Janice Clark, Office Specialist for the City of Saratoga, declare that the foregoing agenda for the meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Saratoga was posted on October 6, 2005 at the office of the City of Saratoga, 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA 95070 and was available for public review at that location. The agenda is also available on the City's website at www.saratoga.ca.us If you would like to receive the Agenda's via e-mail, please send your e-mail address to planning @saratoga.ca CITY OF SARATOGA PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA DATE: Wednesday, September 28, 2005 - 7:00 p.m PLACE: Council Chambers /Civic Theater, 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA TYPE: Regular Meeting ROLL CALL: Commissioners Manny Cappello, Jill Hunter, Robert Kundtz, Linda Rodgers, Michael Schallop, Mike Uhl, and Chair Susie Nagpal Absent: None STAFF: - Planners Thomas &z Vasudevan, Director Livingstone and Minutes Clerk Shinn PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE MINUTES: Draft Minutes from Regular Planning Commission Meeting of September 14, 2005. (APPROVED 7 -0) ORAL COMMUNICATIONS - Any member of the Public will be allowed to address the Planning Commission for up to three minutes on matters not on this agenda. The la wgenerally prohibits the Planning Commission from discussing or taking action on such items. However, the Planning Commission may instruct staff accordingly regarding Oral Communications under Planning Commission direction to Staff. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS- PLANNING COMMISSION DIRECTION TO STAFF Instruction to staff regarding actions on current Oral Communications. REPORT OF POSTING AGENDA Pursuant to Government Code 54954.2, the agenda for this meeting was properly posted on September 22, 2005. REPORT OF APPEAL RIGHTS If you wish to appeal any decision on this Agenda, you may file an "Appeal Application" with the City Clerk within fifteen (15) calendar days of the date of the decision, or ten (10) calendar days for a conditional use permit, pursuant to Municipal Code 15- 90.050 (b). CONSENT CALENDAR None PUBLIC HEARINGS All interested persons may appear and be heard at the above time and place. Applicants /Appellants and their representatives have a total of ten minutes maximum for opening statements. Members of the Public may comment on any item for up to three minutes. Applicant/Appellants and their representatives have a total of five minutes maximum for closing statements. 1. APPLICATION #04 -167 (386 -44 -040) - CINGULAR WIRELESS SERVICES, INC, Cox Avenue at the railroad tracks east of Garnett Court; - The applicant requests approval for a conditional use permit to construct a small unmanned telecommunications facility. This will consist of the installation of panel antennas on the existing PG&E tower and the installation of indoor communication equipment cabinets inside a new ground level shelter that will be approximately 12 feet by 20 feet. (SUZANNE THOMAS) (CONTINUED 4 -3 TO THE OCTOBER 12, 2005 MEETING, NAPAL, RODGERS, SCHALLOP OPPOSED) 2. 'APPLICATION #05 -123 (397 -23 -044) - ROSEVEAR,• 20283 La Paloma Avenue; - The applicant requests design review approval to construct a new multi -story residence with a maximum height of 25 feet. The total floor area of the new home including the attached garage will be 2,880 square feet. The gross lot size is 7,491 square feet and the site.is zoned R -1- 10,000. (LATA VASUDEVAN) (APPROVED 7 -0) DIRECTORS ITEM None COMMISSION ITEMS None COMMUNICATIONS None ADJOURNMENT AT 9:45 PM TO NEXT MEETING Wednesday, October 12, 2005 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers /Civic Theater 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Clerk at (408) 868 -1269 or ctclerkosaratoga. ca. us. Notification 48 hours prior to the meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to this meeting (28 CFR 35.102 - 35.104 ADA Title II). Certificate ofPosting ofAgenda: I, Janice Clark, Office Specialist for the City of Saratoga, declare that the foregoing agenda for the meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Saratoga was posted on' September 22, 2005 at the office of the City of Saratoga, 13777Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA 95070 and was available for public review at that location. The agenda is also available on the City's website at wwwsarato a ca. us If you would like to receive the Agenda's via e-mail, please send your e-mail address to planning@saratoga.ca.us CITY OF SARATOGA PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION MINUTES DATE: Wednesday, June 8, 2005 - 7:00 p.m. PLACE: Council Chambers /Civic Theater, 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA TYPE: Regular Meeting ROLL CALL: Commissioners Manny Cappello, Jill Hunter, Robert Kundtz, Linda Rodgers, Michael Schallop, Mike Uhl, and Chair Susie Nagpal ABSENT: Commissioner Uhl STAFF: Planners Vasudevan &z Ungo- McCormick, Director Livingstone and Minutes Clerk Shinn PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE MINUTES: Draft Minutes from Regular Planning Commission Meeting of May 25, 2005. (APPROVED 6 -0, WITH CORRECTIONS) ORAL COMMUNICATIONS — Any member of the Public will be allowed to address the Planning Commission for up to three minutes on matters not on this agenda The law generally prohibits the Planning Commission from discussing or taking action on such items. However, the Planning Commission may instruct staff accordingly regarding Oral Communications under Planning Commission direction to Staff. OR COMMUNICATIONS- PLANNING COMMISSION DIRECTION TO STAFF Instruction to staff regarding actions on current Oral Communications. REPORT OF POSTING AGENDA Pursuant to Government Code 54954.2, the agenda for this meeting was properly posted on June 2, 2005. REPORT OF APPEAL RIGHTS If you wish to appeal any decision on this Agenda, you may file an "Appeal Application" with the City Clerk within fifteen (15) calendar days of the date of the decision, or ten (10) calendar days for a conditional use permit, pursuant to Municipal Code 15- 90.050 (b). CONSENT CALENDAR None PUBLIC HEARINGS All interested persons may appear and be heard at the above time and place. Applicants /Appellants and their representatives have a total of ten minutes maximum for opening statements. Members of the Public may comment on any item for up to three minutes. Applicant /Appellants and their representatives have a total of five minutes maximum for closing statements. APPLICATION #05 -114 (389 -13 -035) PARKS, 18612 Paseo Lado; - The applicant is requesting design review approval to remodel an existing 1,468 single -story home and construct a 1,900 square foot two - story addition. The applicant proposes to remove the existing detached garage structure in the rear yard, and construct an attached two -car garage. The total floor area, including the garage, will be 3,368 square feet. The property is 10,867 square feet and is zoned R- 1- 10,000. (LATA VASUDEVAN) (APPROVED 6- 0, NO CHANGES TO CONDITIONS) APPLICATION #05 -028 (503 -19 -117) PARMAR, 12975 Paramount Court; - The applicant requests design review approval to construct a two - story, single - family residence. The project includes the demolition of an existing residence. The total floor area of the proposed residence and attached garage is 6,032 square feet. The maximum height of the proposed residence is 26 feet. The project also includes a basement. The lot size is approximately 43,560 square feet and the site is zoned R -1 40,000. (DEBORAH UNGO- MCCORMICK) (APPROVED 6 -0, NO CHANGES TO CONDITIONS) DIRECTORS ITEM Update on City owned property at 19848 Prospect Road COMMISSION ITEMS None COMMUNICATIONS None ADJOURNMENT AT 8:00 P.M. TO THE NEXT MEETING Wednesday, June 22, 2005 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers /Civic Theater 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Clerk at (408) 868 -1269 or ctclerk @saratoga.ca.us. Notification 48 hours prior to the meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to this meeting (28 CFR 35.102- 35.104 ADA Title II). Certificate of Posting of Agenda: I, Andrea Sandoval, Office Specialist for the City of Saratoga, declare that the foregoing agenda for the meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Saratoga was posted on June 2, 2005 at the office of the City of Saratoga, 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA 95070 and was available for public review at that location. The agenda is also available on the City's website at www.saratQ,La.ca.us If you would like to receive the Agenda's via e-mail, please send your e-mail address to planning @sarato ag ca.us r CITY OF SARATOGA PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION MINUTES DATE: Wednesday, May 25, 2005 - 7:00 p.m. PLACE: Council Chambers /Civic Theater, 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA TYPE: Regular Meeting ROLL CALL: Commissioners Manny Cappello, Jill Hunter, Robert Kundtz, Linda Rodgers, Michael Schallop, Mike Uhl, and Chair Susie Nagpal ABSENT: Commissioner. Schallop STAFF Planners Oosterhous & Ungo- McCormick, Director Livingstone and Minutes Clerk Shinn PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE MINUTES: Draft Minutes from Regular Planning Commission Meeting of May 11, 2005. (APPROVED 5 -0, UHL ARRIVED LATE) ORAL COMMUNICATIONS — Any member of the Public will be allowed to address the Planning Commission for up to three minutes on matters not on this agenda The law generally prohibits the Planning Commission from discussing or taking action on such items. However, the Planning Commission may instruct staff accordingly regarding Oral Communications under Planning Commission direction to Staff. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS- PLANNING COMMISSION DIRECTION TO STAFF Lnstruction to staff regarding actions on current Oral Communications. RE13ORT OF POSTING AGENDA Pursuant to Government Code 54954.2, the agenda for this meeting was properly posted on May 19, 2005. REPORT OF APPEAL RIGHTS If you wish to appeal any decision on this Agenda, you may file an "Appeal Application" with the City Clerk within fifteen (15) calendar days of the date of the decision, or ten (10) calendar days for a conditional use permit, pursuant to Municipal Code 15- 90.050 (b). CONSENT CALENDAR None PUBLIC HEARINGS All interested persons may appear and be heard at the above time and place. Applicants /Appellants and their representatives have a total of ten minutes maximum for opening statements. Members of the Public may comment on any item for up to three minutes. Applicant /Appellants and their representatives have a total of five minutes maximum for closing statements. APPLICATION #05 -134 (397 -17 -014) ANDERSON, 19571 Farwell Ave.; - The applicant is requesting design review approval to construct a new detached 594 square foot hobby shop and convert an existing 637 square foot detached guest house into a secondary dwelling unit by adding a kitchen. The maximum height of the proposed structure is 15 feet. Design review is required because the total floor area of all structures on the site exceeds 6,000 square feet. Total floor area on the site including the main residence and garage would be 6,683 square feet. The property is zoned R- 140,000. (LATA VASUDEVAN) (APPROVED 6 -0) 2. APPLICATION x#05 -024 (397 -19 -005), LEONARDI, 15360 Bestview Court; - The applicant isrequesting design review approval to construct a new single - family residence and a secondary dwelling unit. The project includes the demolition of an existing residence. The maximum height of the proposed residence is approximately 18 feet. Design review is required because the total floor area of all structures on the site exceeds 6,000 sq. ft. The total floor area including the main residence, garage and secondary dwelling unit would be 7,015 square feet. The lot size is approximately 59,000 square feet and the site is zoned R -1 40,000. (DEBORAH UNGO- MCCORMICK) (APPROVED 6 -0, WITH CONDITIONS) APPLICATION x#04 -266 (517 -11 -006) PRASAD, 20270 Saratoga -Los Gatos Road; - The applicant requests design review and use permit approval to construct a two -story single - family residence and detached accessory structure. The project includes the demolition of an existing one -story residence and detached accessory structure. The total floor area of the proposed two - story residence is 4,319 square feet. The detached accessory structure is a total of 1,125 square feet. The maximum height of the proposed residence is 25 feet 9 inches. The gross lot size is 32,049 square feet and the site is zoned R- 120,000. (CHRISTY OOSTERHOUS) (APPROVED 6 -0) DIRECTORS ITEM None COMMISSION ITEMS None COMMUNICATIONS None ADJOURNMENT AT 9:15 P.M.TO THE NEXT MEETING Wednesday, June 8, 2005 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers /Civic Theater 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Clerk at (408) 868 -1269 or ctclerk @saratoga.ca.us. Notification 48 hours prior to the meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to this meeting (28 CFR 35.102- 35.104 ADA Title I1). Certificate of Posting of Agenda: 1, Andrea Sandoval, Office Specialist for the City of Saratoga, declare that the foregoing agenda for the meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Saratoga was posted on May 19, 2005 at the office of the City of Saratoga, 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA 95070 and was available for public review at that location. The agenda is also available on the City's website at www.saratoga.ca.us If you would like to receive the Agenda's via e -mail, please send your e-mail address to planning @saratoga.ca.us CITY OF SARATOGA PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION MINUTES DATE: Wednesday, May 11, 2005 - 7:00 p.m. PLACE: Council Chambers /Civic Theater, 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA TYPE: Regular Meeting ROLL CALL: Commissioners Manny Cappello, Jill Hunter, Robert Kundtz, Linda Rodgers, Michael Schallop, Mike Uhl, and Chair Susie Nagpal ABSENT: None STAFF: Planners Welsh &z Ungo- McCormick, Director Livingstone and Minutes Clerk Shinn PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE MINUTES: Draft Minutes from Regular Planning Commission Meeting of April 27, 2005. (APPROVED 5 -0 -2) ORAL COMMUNICATIONS — Any member of the Public will be allowed to address the Planning Commission for up to three minutes on matters not on this agenda The law generally prohibits the Planning Commission from discussing or taking action on such items. However, the Planning Commission may instruct staff accordingly regarding Oral Communications underPlanning Commission direction to Staff. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS- PLANNING COMMISSION DIRECTION TO STAFF Instruction to staff regarding actions on current Oral Communications. REPORT OF POSTING AGENDA Pursuant to Government Code 54954.2, the agenda for this meeting was properly posted on May 5, 2005. REPORT OF APPEAL RIGHTS If you wish to appeal any decision on this Agenda, you may file an "Appeal Application" with the City Clerk within fifteen (15) calendar days of the date of the decision, or ten (10) calendar days for a conditional use permit, pursuant to Municipal Code 15- 90.050 (b). CONSENT CALENDAR None PUBLIC HEARINGS All interested persons may appear and be heard at the above time and place. Applicants /Appellants and their representatives have a total of ten minutes maximum for opening statements. Members of the Public may comment on any item for up to three minutes. Applicant /Appellants and their representatives have a total of five minutes maximum for closing statements. APPLICATION #03 -272 (503- 80 -01), SHANKAR, 22461 Mount Eden Road; - Requests Design Review Approval to build a new two -story house on a Santa Clara County parcel, which abuts the City boundary and is proposed for annexation to the City. The Hillside Residential lot contains 1.89 acres and has a 28% slope. The house contains 5,188 square feet with a 2,570 square foot garage/basement, a 533 square foot second dwelling unit and conversion of the barn into a 592 square foot cabana. The height of the house is 25 feet 11 inches as measured from natural grade. (ANN WELSH) (APPROVED 7 -0) 2. APPLICATION #05 -012 (398 05 001) JOSEPH, 13001 Anza Drive; - Request Design Review Approval to remodel an existing single - family home to include an 1,175 square foot addition and to exceed the 18 foot height limits. The total floor area of the existing residence and proposed addition is 3,877 square feet. The maximum height of the proposed residence is 19.41 feet. The gross lot size is 16,804 square feet and zoned R- 1- 12,500. (DEBORAH UNDO- MCCORMICK) (APPROVED 7 -0) 3. APPLICATION #04 -398 (503 -19 -117) YUNG 20673 Rice Court - The applicant requests design review approval to construct a single -story, single - family residence. The project includes the demolition of an existing residence. The total floor area of the proposed residence and garage is 5,465.43 square feet. The maximum height of the proposed residence is 23.6 feet. The lot size is approximately 40,376.75 square feet and the site is zoned R -1 40,000. (DEBORAH UNGO- MCCORMICx) (APPROVED 7 -0) DIRECTORS ITEM None COMMISSION ITEMS None COMMUNICATIONS None ADJOURNMENT AT 8:35 P.M. TO THE NEXT MEETING Wednesday, May 25, 2005 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers /Civic Theater 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Clerk at (408) 868 -1269 or ctclerk @saratoga.ca.us. Notification 48 hours prior to the meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to this meeting (28 CFR 35.102- 35.104 ADA Title II). Certificate of Posting of Agenda: I, Kristin Borel, Office Specialist for the City of Saratoga, declare that the foregoing agenda for the meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Saratoga was posted on May 5, 2005 at the office of the City of Saratoga, 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA 95070 and was available for public review at that location. The agenda is also available on the City's website at www.saratoga.ca.us If you would like to receive the Agenda's via e-mail, please send your e -mail address to planning @sarato ag ca.us CITY OF SARATOGA PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION MINUTES DATE: Wednesday, April 27,2005 - 7:00 p.m. PLACE: Council Chambers /Civic Theater, 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA TYPE: Regular Meeting ROLL CALL: Commissioners Manny Cappello, Jill Hunter, Robert Kundtz, Linda Rodgers, Michael Schallop, Mike Uhl, and Chair Susie Nagpal ABSENT: Commissioners Schallop &r Uhl STAFF: Planners Oosterhous, Welsh &r Vasudevan, Code Compliance Specialist Rinaldi, Director Livingstone and Minutes Clerk Shinn PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE MINUTES: Draft Minutes from Regular Planning Commission Meeting of April 13, 2005. (APPROVED 5 -0) ORAL COMMUNICATIONS — Any member of the Public will be allowed to address the Planning Commission for up to three minutes on matters not on this agenda The law generally prohibits the Planning Commission from discussing or taking action on such items. However, the Planning Commission may instruct staff accordingly regarding Oral Communications under Planning Commission direction to Staff. OR COMMUNICATIONS- PLANNING COMMISSION DIRECTION TO STAFF Instruction to staff regarding actions on current Oral Communications. REPORT OF POSTING AGENDA Pursuant to Government Code 54954.2, the agenda for this meeting was properly posted on April 21, 2005. REPORT OF APPEAL RIGHTS If you wish to appeal any decision on this Agenda, you may file an "Appeal Application" with the City Clerk within fifteen (15) calendar days of the date of the decision, or ten (10) calendar days for a conditional use permit, pursuant to Municipal Code 15- 90.050 (b). CONSENT CALENDAR None PUBLIC HEARINGS All interested persons may appear and be heard at the above time and place. Applicants /Appellants and their representatives have a total of ten minutes maximum for opening statements. Members of the Public may comment on any item for up to three minutes. Applicant /Appellants and their representatives have a total of five minutes maximum for closing statements. APPLICATION #05 -094 Appellant - SORDEN; Property Owner — CHEN (397 -16 -056) 14118 Shadow Oaks Way — Appeal of approved Administrative Design Review application 04 -307 to demolish the existing home and construct a 3,702 square foot home with a 736 square foot garage. The height of new home would be 17 feet 10.5 inches. The lot size is 19,724 square feet and is located in the R -1- 20,000 zoning district. (LATA VASUDEVAN) (APPEAL DENIED 3 -2, HUNTER AND KUNDTZ OPPOSED) 2. APPLICATION #05 -099 (397 -15 -018) California Farmers' Markets Association, 14000 Fruitvale Avenue: - Request approval for a Conditional Use Permit allowing the California Farmers' Markets Association to hold a Farmers' Market in the parking lot area of West Valley College, Saturdays year round. (DANA RINALDI) (APPROVED 4 -0 -1, NAGPAL RECUSED) APPLICATION #04 -274 Metro PCS (397 -30- 053) 13650 Saratoga Avenue (Saratoga Library) - The applicant requests use permit approval to locate a wireless facility at the site of the Heritage Orchard and Saratoga Library along Heritage Lane. The project consists of the installation and operation of one antenna concealed inside a new flagpole. Related equipment cabinets will be installed in the area of the existing trash enclosure. (CHRISTY OOSTERHOUS) (APPROVED 5 -0) 4. APPLICATION #05 -118 BHATIA (503 -16- 026),13228 Pierce Road; - Request for Modification of Approved Plans. The applicant is requesting to increase the height of the structure from the approved height of 24 feet 6 inches to 25 feet 6 inches. The project is under construction and a redesign of the roofline is requested due to the excess height. In addition, minor changes such as revised window locations and a gable roof on the rear elevation are requested. There are no changes proposed to the square footage, which increased from a 2,814 square foot single story to a two story 4,553 square foot home. The gross lot area is 21,052 square feet and the parcel is zoned R -1- 40,000. (ANN WELSH) (APPROVED 4 -1, NAGPAL OPPOSED) 5. APPLICATION #04 -216 BARNES (397 -05 -055), 14377 Old Wood Road; - Request for Modification of Approved Plans. The applicant is requesting to keep, as a second dwelling unit, a 1,450 square foot portion of the 2,476 square foot home that was required to be demolished as a condition of design review approval of the 6,037 square foot new home constructed on the lot. The lot is zoned R -1- 40,000 and the lot size is 49,701 square feet. The proposed second dwelling unit houses a three -car garage and 650 square feet of living space. (ANN WELSH) (APPROVED 5- 0) DIRECTORS ITEM Report on the April 20, 2005 City Council meeting regarding feedback from the Design Review Board Ad Hoc Committee COMMISSION ITEMS None COMMUNICATIONS None ADJOURNMENT AT 12:15 AM TO THE NEXT MEETING Wednesday, May 11, 2005 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers /Civic Theater 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Clerk at (408) 868 -1269 or ctclerk @saratoga.ca.us. Notification 48 hours prior to the meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to this meeting (28 CFR 35.102. 35.104 ADA Title II). Certificate of Posting ofAgenda: I, Kristin Borel, Office Specialist for the City of Saratoga, declare that the foregoing agenda for the meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Saratoga was posted on April 21, 2005 at the office of the City of Saratoga, 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA 95070 and was available for public review at that location. The agenda is also available on the City's website at www.saratoga.ca.us CITY OF SARATOGA PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA DATE: Wednesday, April 13, 2005 - 7:00 p.m. PLACE: Council Chambers /Civic Theater, 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA TYPE: Regular Meeting ROLL CALL: Commissioners Manny Cappello, Jill Hunter, Robet Kundtz, Susie Nagpal, Linda Rodgers, Michael Schallop, and Mike Uhl Absent: Commissioner Rodgers Staff: Planner Oosterhous and Minutes Clerk Shims PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ELECTION OF A NEW PLANNING COMMISSION CHAIR AND VICE -CHAIR Commissioner Nagpal elected Chair and Commissioner Rodgers elected Vice -Chair MINUTES: Draft Minutes from Regular Planning Commission Meeting of March 23, 2005. (APPROVED 6 -0) ORAL COMMUNICATIONS — Any member of the Public will be allowed to address the Planning Commission for up to three minutes on matters not on this agenda The law generally prohibits the Planning Commission from discussing or taking action on such items. However, the Planning Commission may instruct staff accordingly regarding Oral Communications under Planning Commission direction to Staff. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS- PLANNING COMMISSION DIRECTION TO STAFF Instruction to staff regarding actions on current Oral Communications. REPORT OF POSTING AGENDA Pursuant to Government Code 54954.2, the agenda for this meeting was properly posted on April 7,2005. REPORT OF APPEAL RIGHTS If you wish to appeal any decision on this Agenda, you may file an "Appeal Application" with the City Clerk within fifteen (15) calendar days of the date of the decision, or ten (10) calendar days for a conditional use permit, Pursuant to Municipal Code 15- 90.050 (b). CONSENT CALENDAR None PUBLIC HEARINGS All interested persons may appear and be heard at the above time and place. Applicants /Appellants and their representatives have a total of ten minutes maximum for opening statements. Members of the Public may comment on any item for up to three minutes. Applicant /Appellants and their representatives have a total of five minutes maximum for closing statements. 1. APPLICATION #04 -065 (386 -53 -019) Verizon Wireless, 12383 Saratoga Sunnyvale Road; - The applicant requests use permit approval to install three panel antennas at the site of an existing lattice tower located in the "Gateway" near the railroad tracks and Azule Crossings. The existing lattice tower includes a "top hat" which holds panel antennas for another carrier. The height of the existing lattice tower including "top hat" is 140.5 feet. The applicant request approval to replace the existing "top hat" with a new "top hat" which would extend an additional 5.5 feet in height and hold both the existing and proposed panel antennas. The proposed height including "top hat" will be 146 feet. An equipment enclosure is proposed. A 532 square foot equipment area will be enclosed by an eight -foot tall wood fence. Oleander landscape screening is proposed for the businesses and residences to the north and east. An unpaved access easement and a generator are also proposed. (CHRISTY OOSTERHOUS) (APPROVED 6 -0) DIRECTORS ITEM None COMMISSION ITEMS None COMMUNICATIONS None ADJOURNMENT AT 7:20 PM TO THE NEXT MEETING Wednesday, April 27, 2005 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers /Civic Theater 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Clerk at (408) 868 -1269 or ctclerk @saratoga.ca.us. Notification 48 hours prior to the meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to this meeting (28 CFR 35.102- 35.104 ADA Title II). Certificate of Posting of Agenda: i, Kristin Borel, Office Specialist for the City of Saratoga, declare that the foregoing agenda for the meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Saratoga was posted on April 7, 2005 at the office of the City of Saratoga, 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA 95070 and was available for public review at that location. The agenda is also available on the City's website at www.saratoga.ca.us If you would like to receive the Agenda's via e -mail, please send your e -mail address to planning @saratoga.ca.us CITY OF SARATOGA PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION MINUTES DATE: Wednesday, March 23, 2005 - 7:00 p.m. PLACE: Council Chambers /Civic Theater, 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA TYPE: Regular Meeting ROLLCALL: Commissioners Jill Hunter, Susie Nagpal, Linda Rodgers, Michael Schallop, Mike Uhl, Ruchi Zutshi and Chair Mohammad Garakani ABSENT: Commissioner Zutshi STAFF: Planners Oosterhous &z Welsh, Contract Planner Ungo- McCormick, Interim Director Livingstone and Minutes Clerk Shinn FLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE MINUTES: Draft Minutes from Regular Planning Commission Meeting of March 9, 2005. (APPROVED 6 -0) ORAL COMMUNICATIONS — Any member of the Public will be allowed to address the Planning Commission for up to three minutes on matters not on this agenda The law generally prohibits the Planning Commission from discussing or taking action on such items. However, the Planning Commission may instruct staff accordingly regarding Oral Communications under Planning Commission direction to Staff. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS- PLANNING COMMISSION DIRECTIONTO STAFF Instruction to staff regarding actions on current Oral Communications. REPORT OF POSTING AGENDA Pursuant to Govermnent Code 54954.2, the agenda for this meeting was properly posted on March 17, 2005. REPORT OF APPEAL RIGHTS If you wish to appeal any decision on this Agenda, you may file an "Appeal Application" with the City Clerk within fifteen (15) calendar days of the date of the decision, pursuant to Municipal Code 15- 90.050 (b). CONSENT CALENDAR None PUBLIC HEARINGS All interested persons may appear and be heard at the above time and place. Applicants /Appellants and their representatives have a total of ten minutes maximum for opening statements. Members of the Public may comment on any item for up to three minutes. Applicant /Appellants and their representatives have a total of five minutes maximum for closing statements. 1. APPLICATION #04 -396 (397 -17 -008) - BARRINGER,14535 Fruitvale Avenue; - Request for Modification of Approved Plans. The modifications include a new 2,200 square foot pool cover structure and a 434 square foot patio cover addition to the guest cottage. No changes are proposed to the approved floor area for the site. The pool cover and patio cover structures will not exceed 15 feet in height. Total site coverage will not exceed 35 %. The lot size is -0 approximately 45,292 square feet net and the site is zoned R -1- 40,000. (DEBOR. AH UNGO- MCCORMICK) (APPROVED WITH CONDITIONS 6 -0) 2. APPLICATION #05 -052 (503 -24 -068), ROSENFELD /FRASIER,14471 Big Basin Way; Suite D; Request for a Conditional Use Permit for Institutional Use to open Bridge Point Kids Technology Learning Center which provides computer training for pre - school children through adult. The lease area is 1,515 square feet and is served by Parking District #3. (ANN WELSH) (PROJECT WITHDRAWN) APPLICATION #03 -272 (503- 80 -01), SHANKAR, 22461 Mount Eden Road; - Requests Design Review Approval to build a new two -story house on a Santa Clara County parcel, which abuts the City boundary and is proposed for annexation to the City. The Hillside Residential lot contains 1.89 acres and has a 28% slope. The house contains 5,188 square feet with a 2,560 square foot garage/basement, a 533 square foot second dwelling unit and conversion of the barn into a 592 square foot cabana. The height of the house is 25 feet 10 inches as measured from natural grade. (ANN WELSH) (APPROVED TO CONTINUE TO DATE UNCERTAIN 6 -0) 4. APPLICATION #04 -039 (503 -24 -079) NEXTEL, 14407 Big Basin Way; - Request for a Conditional Use Permit to install a wireless facility on the roof of the existing office building at the above location. The proposed facility includes GPS and panel antennas, and a screen wall to mount the antennas. (JOHN LIVINGSTONE) (APPROVED 6 -0) DIRECTORS ITEM Arborist training for Commissioners and Staff with David Babby on June 8th at 5:00 p.m. in the Administrative Conference Room COMMISSION ITEMS None ADJOURNMENT AT 8:05 P.M. TO THE NEXT MEETING Wednesday, April 13, 2005 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers /Civic Theater 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Clerk at (408) 868 -1269 or ctclerk @saratoga.ca.us. Notification 48 hours prior to the meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to this meeting (28 CFR 35.102 - 35.104 ADA Title I1). Certificate of Posting of Agenda: I, Kristin Borel, Office Specialist for the City of Saratoga, declare that the foregoing agenda for the meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Saratoga was posted on March 17, 2005 at the office of the City of Saratoga, 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA 95070 and was available for public review at that location. The agenda is also available on the City's website at www.saratQga.ca.us If you would like to receive the Agenda's via e -mail, please send your e -mail address to planning @saratoga.ca.us CITY OF SARATOGA PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION MINUTES DATE: Wednesday, March 9, 2005 - 7:00 p.m. PLACE: Council Chambers /Civic Theater, 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA TYPE: Regular Meeting ROLL CALL: Commissioners Jill Hunter, Susie Nagpal, Linda Rodgers, Michael Schallop, Mike Uhl, Ruchi Zutshi and Chair Mohanunad Garakani ABSENT: Commissioner Zutshi STAFF: Planners Oosterhous, Vasudevan and Welsh, Interim Director Livingstone and Minutes Clerk Shinn PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE MINUTES: Draft Minutes from Regular Planning Commission Meeting of February 23, 2005. (APPROVED 6 -0) ORAL COMMUNICATIONS — Any member of the Public will be allowed to address the Planning Commission for up to three minutes on matters not on this agenda The law generally prohibits the Planning Commission from discussing or taking action on such items. However, the Planning Commission may instruct staff accordingly regarding Oral Communications under Planning Commission direction to Staff. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS- PLANNING COMMISSION DIRECTION TO STAFF Instruction to staff regarding actions on current Oral Communications. REPORT OF POSTING AGENDA Pursuant to Govermnent Code 54954.2, the agenda for this meeting was properly posted on March 3, 2005. REPORT OF APPEAL RIGHTS If you wish to appeal any decision on this Agenda, you may file an "Appeal Application" with the City Clerk within fifteen (15) calendar days of the date of the decision, pursuant to Municipal Code 15- 90.050 (b). CONSENT CALENDAR APPLICATION #04 -133 (503 -23 -006) BURGOS /POLLARD —14265 Burns Way; - At a public hearing held on February 23, 2005 the Planning Commission, on a 5 -2 vote, directed staff to prepare a conditional resolution of approval for Design Review The applicant requested design review approval to construct a two -story single - family residence and secondary dwelling unit. The project includes the demolition of an existing one -story residence. The total floor area of the proposed two -story residence and garage is 3,943 square feet. The floor area of the main floor is 2,608 square feet and the upper floor is 1,335 square feet. In addition, a 1,506 square foot basement is proposed. A 1,018 square foot second dwelling unit is also proposed. The maximum height of the proposed two -story residence is 26 feet. The lot size is 29,025 square feet and the site is zoned R -1 15,000. The resolution is attached for adoption. (CHRISTY OOSTERHOUS) (APPROVED 4 -2, HUNTER &r UHL OPPOSED) �J PUBLIC HEARINGS All interested persons may appear and be heard at the above time and place. Applicants /Appellants and their representatives have a total of ten minutes maximum for opening statements. Members of the Public may comment on any item for up to three minutes. Applicant /Appellants and their representatives have a total of five minutes maximum for closing statements. 2. APPLICATION # 04 -339 (386 -10 -056 and 041) — Westgate Church, 18510 Prospect Road; - Request for Design Review to expand the existing parking lot from 9 spaces to 48 spaces to support the proposed expansion of the church on the adjacent parcel located in the City of San Jose. (JOHN LiVINGSTONE) (APPROVED 6-0) 3. APPLICATION # 04 -347 (397 -10 -025) - JOSHI, 19327 Monte Vista Drive; - Request for Design Review Approval to demolish the existing home and construct a one -story 6,054 square foot home with a 2,239 square foot basement. The maximum height of the home will be approximately 24.5 feet. The lot size is 43,645 square feet net and the site is zoned R -1- 40,000. (CHRISTY OOSTERHOUS) (APPROVED 6 -0) 4. APPLICATION # 04 -376 (397 -07 -002) - YEN, 15040 El Quito Way; - Request for Modification of Building Plans and Development Conditions to the previously approved Design Review Application. The modifications include changes to the floor plan and design. The proposed project will add approximately 1,784 square feet to the existing 4,232 square foot single story house for a total floor area of 6,016 square feet. The gross lot size is 57,115 square feet and zoned R -1- 40,000. The maximum height of the residence will be approximately 24 feet. (JOHN LIVINGSTONE) (APPROVED 6 -0) DIRECTORS ITEM Brown Act and Due Process at Public Hearings training May 11, 2005, 5:00 p.m. with Richard Taylor COMMISSION ITEMS None COMMUNICATIONS None ADJOURNMENT AT 8:35 P.M. TO THE NEXT MEETING Wednesday, March 23, 2005 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers /Civic Theater 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Clerk at (408) 868 -1269 or ctclerk @saratoga.ca.us. Notification 48 hours prior to the meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to this meeting (28 CFR 35.102- 35.104 ADA Title II). Certificate of Posting of Agenda: I, Kristin Borel, Office Specialist for the City of Saratoga, declare that the foregoing agenda for the meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Saratoga was posted on March 3, 2005 at the office of the City of Saratoga, 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA 95070 and was available for public review at that location. The agenda is also available on the City's website at www.saratQga.ca.us CITY OF SARATOGA PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION MINUTES DATE: Wednesday, February 23, 2005 - 7:00 p.m. PLACE: Council Chambers /Civic Theater, 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA TYPE: Regular Meeting ROLL CALL: Commissioners Jill Hunter, Susie Nagpal, Linda Rodgers, Michael Schallop, Mike Uhl, Ruchi Zutshi and Chair Mohammad Garakani ABSENT: None STAFF: Planner Oosterhous, Interim Director Livingstone and Minutes Clerk Shinn PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE MINUTES: Draft Minutes from Regular Planning Commission Meeting of February 9, 2005. (APPROVED 7 -0) ORAL COMMUNICATIONS — Any member of the Public will be allowed to address the Planning Commission for up to three minutes on matters not on this agenda The law generally prohibits the Planning Commission from discussing or taking action on such items. However, the Planning Commission may instruct staff accordingly regarding Oral Communications under Planning Commission direction to Staff. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS- PLANNING COMMISSION DIRECTION TO STAFF Instruction to staff regarding actions on current Oral Communications. REPORT OF POSTING AGENDA Pursuant to Government Code 54954.2, the agenda for this meeting was properly posted on February 17, 2005. REPORT OF APPEAL RIGHTS If you wish to appeal any decision on this Agenda, you may file an "Appeal Application" with the City Clerk within fifteen (15) calendar days of the date of the decision, pursuant to Municipal Code 15- 90.050 (b). CONSENT CALENDAR 1. APPLICATION # SD -99 -006 (389 -06 -002) STURLA — Saratoga Creek Drive Resolution No. SD -99 -006 was adopted on May 10, 2000 approving a Vesting Tentative Map to divide an existing 1.3 -acre parcel into two parcels. The site is located in the Professional Administrative zoning district. Staff is requesting the Planning Commission to revisit this application as a consent item because of condition of approval #5 in Resolution No. SD -99 -006. This condition of approval requires that the Planning Commission approve an Exhibit B identifying on a site plan a creek protection easement. (LATA VASUDEVAN) (APPROVED 7 -0) PUBLIC HEARINGS All interested persons may appear and be heard at the above time and place. Applicants /Appellants and their representatives have a total of ten minutes maximum for opening statements. Members of the Public may comment on any item for up to three minutes. Applicant /Appellants and their representatives have a total of five minutes maximum for closing statements. 2. APPLICATION # 04 -297 (397 -21 -004) SHARMA — 14600 Westcott Drive: The applicant requests design review approval to construct a two -story single - family residence. The project includes the demolition of an existing one -story residence. The total floor area of the proposed two -story residence and garage is 3,702 square feet. The maximum height of the proposed residence is 26 feet. A 1,053 square foot basement is proposed. The gross lot size is 14,250 square feet and the site is zoned R- 110,000. (CHRISTY OOSTERHOUS) (APPROVED 7 -0) APPLICATION #04 -133 (503 -23 -006) BURGOS /POLLARD — 14265 Burns Way: The applicant requests design review approval to construct a two -story single - family residence and secondary dwelling unit. The project includes the demolition of an existing one -story residence. The total floor area of the proposed two -story residence and garage is 3,943 square feet. The floor area of the main floor is 2,608 square feet and the upper floor is 1,335 square feet. In addition, a 1,506 square foot basement is proposed. A 1,018 square foot second dwelling unit is also proposed. The maximum height of the proposed two -story residence is 26 feet. The lot size is 29,025 square feet and the site is zoned R- 115,000. (CHRISTY OOSTERHOUS) (APPROVED 5 -2, HUNTER &r UHL OPPOSED) DIRECTORS ITEM None COMMISSION ITEMS None COMMUNICATIONS None ADJOURNMENT AT 10:50 PM TO THE NEXT MEETING Wednesday, March 9, 2005 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers /Civic Theater 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Clerk at (408) 868 -1269 or etclerk @saratoga.ca.us. Notification 48 hours prior to the meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to this meeting (28 CFR 35.102- 35.104 ADA Title II). Certificate of Posting of Agenda: i, Kristin Borel, Office Specialist for the City of Saratoga, declare that the foregoing agenda for the meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Saratoga was posted on February 17, 2005 at the office of the City of Saratoga, 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA 95070 and was available for public review at that location. The agenda is also available on the City's website at www.sarato ag ca.us If you would like to receive the Agenda's via e-mail, please send your e -mail address to planning @saratoga.ca.us CITY OF SARATOGA PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION MINUTES DATE: Wednesday, February 9, 2005 - 7:00 p.m. PEACE: Council Chambers /Civic Theater, 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA TYPE: Regular Meeting ROLL CALL: Commissioners Jill Hunter, Susie Nagpal, Linda Rodgers, Michael Schallop, Mike Uhl, Ruchi Zutshi and Chair Mohammad Garakani ABSENT: Commissioner Schallop Esc Zutshi STAFF: Planner Welsh & Minutes Clerk Shinn PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE MINUTES: Draft Minutes from Regular Planning Commission Meeting of January 26, 2005. (APPROVED 5 -0), ORAL COMMUNICATIONS — Any member of the Public will be allowed to address the Planning Commission for up to three minutes on matters not on this agenda. The law generally prohibits the Planning Commission from discussing or taking action on such items. However, the Planning Commission may instruct staff accordingly regarding Oral Communications under Planning Commission direction to Staff. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS- PLANNING COMMISSION DIRECTION TO STAFF Instruction to staff regarding actions on current Oral Communications. REPORT OF POSTING AGENDA Pursuant to Government Code 54954.2, the agenda for this meeting was properly posted on February 3, 2005. REPORT OF APPEAL RIGHTS If you wish to appeal any decision on this Agenda, you may file an "Appeal Application" with the City Clerk within fifteen (15) calendar days of the date of the decision, pursuant to Municipal Code 15- 90.050 (b). CONSENT CALENDAR None PUBLIC HEARINGS All interested persons may appear and be heard at the above time and place. Applicants /Appellants and their representatives have a total of ten minutes maximum for opening statements. Members of the Public may comment on any item for up to three minutes. Applicant /Appellants and their representatives have a total of five minutes maximum for closing statements. APPLICATION #03 -272 (503- 80 -01), SHANKAR, 22461 Mount Eden Road; - Requests Design Review Approval to build a new two -story house on a Santa Clara County parcel, which abuts the City boundary and is proposed for annexation to the City. The lot is to be developed as Hillside Residential and contains 1.89 acres and has a 28% .slope. The proposed house and garage would be 5,842 square feet with a 533 square foot second dwelling unit and a 1,908 square foot basement. The maximum height of the residence is 25 feet 10 inches as measured from the natural grade. (ANN WELSH) (APPROVED TO CONTINUE 5 -0 TO A DATE UNCERTAIN) .f 1 DIRECTORS ITEM None COMMISSION ITEMS None COMMUNICATIONS None ADJOURNMENT AT 9:05 PM TO THE NEXT MEETING Wednesday, February 23, 2005 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers /Civic Theater 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Clerk at (408) 868 -1269 or ctclerk @saratoga.ca.us. Notification 48 hours prior to the meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to this meeting (28 CFR 35.102- 35.104 ADA Title II). Certificate of Posting of Agenda: 1, Kristin Borel, Office Specialist for the City of Saratoga, declare that the foregoing agenda for the meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Saratoga was posted on February 3, 2005 at the office of the City of Saratoga, 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA 95070 and was available for public review at that location. The agenda is also available on the City's website at www.saratQga.ca.us If you would like to receive the Agenda's via e -mail, please send your e -mail address to planning @saratoga.ca.us CITY OF SARATOGA PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION MINUTES DATE: Wednesday, January 26, 2005 - 7:00 p.m. PLACE: Council Chambers /Civic Theater, 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA TYPE: Regular. Meeting ROLL CALL: Commissioners Jill Hunter, Susie Nagpal, Linda Rodgers, Michael Schallop, Mike Uhl, Ruchi Zutshi and Chair Mohammad Garakani ABSENT: Commissioner Schallop STAFF: Interim Director Livingstone and Minutes Clerk Shinn PLEDGE OF ALI_EG[ANCE MINUTES: Draft Minutes from Regular Planning Commission Meeting of January 12, 2005. (APPROVED 6 -0) ORAL COMMUNICATIONS — Any member of the Public will be allowed to address the Planning Commission for up to three minutes on matters not on this agenda. The law generally prohibits the Planning Commission from discussing or taking action on such items. However, the Planning Commission may instruct staff accordingly regarding Oral Communications underPlanning Commission direction to Staff. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS- PLANNING COMMISSION DIRECTION TO STAFF Instruction to staff regarding actions on current Oral Communications. REPORT OF POSTING AGENDA Pursuant to Government Code 54954.2, the agenda for this meeting was properly posted on January 20, 2005. REPORT OF APPEAL RIGHTS If you wish to appeal any decision on this Agenda, you may file an "Appeal Application" with the City Clerk within fifteen (15) calendar days of the date of the decision, pursuant to Municipal Code 15- 90.050 (b). CONSENT CALENDAR None PUBLIC HEARINGS All interested persons may appear and be heard at the above time and place. Applicants /Appellants and their representatives have a total of ten minutes maximum for opening statements. Members of the Public may continent on any item for up to three minutes. Applicant /Appellants and their representatives have a total of five minutes maximum for closing statements. 1. APPLICATION # 04 -032 (389 -12 -019) SIERRA, "The Reading Clinic" 18820 Cox Avenue; - Renuest for a Conditional Use Permit to allow an educational facility in an existing tenant space in the Quito Shopping Center. The proposed use will tutor individuals in reading, writing and math. The site is located in a Commercial Zoning District. (JOHN LIVINGSTONE) (APPROVED 6- 0) n 2. APPLICATION # 04 -280 (386 -14 -028) FREITAS, "Primary Plus" 18720 Bucknall Road; - Request for a Conditional Use Permit and Design Review to allow an educational facility at the old school district site with the addition. of two new 960 square foot classrooms, one of which has already been installed. The proposed use will provide early education and day care to infants, toddlers, preschool and kindergarten ages and after school programs for children up to the age of 12 years old. The site is located in a Residential Zoning District. (JOHN LIVINGSTONE) (APPROVED 6 -0) DIRECTORS ITEM None COMMISSION ITEMS Discussion of Agenda items for the joint meeting with the City Council on February 16, 2005 COMMUNICATIONS WRITTEN City Council Minutes from Regular Meetings on December 1, 2004 ADJOURNMENT AT 8:10 PM TO THE NEXT MEETING Wednesday, February 9, 2005 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers /Civic Theater 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Clerk at (408) 868 -1269 or ctclerk @saratoga.ca.us. Notification 48 hours prior to the meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to this meeting (28 CFR 35.102- 35.104 ADA Title II). Certificate of Posting of Agenda: 1, Kristin Bord, Office Specialist for the City of Saratoga, declare that the foregoing agenda for the meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Saratoga was posted on January 20, 2005 at the office of the City of Saratoga, 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA 95070 and was available for public review at that location. The agenda is also available on the City's website at www.saratoe a.e�a.us If you would like to receive the Agenda's via e -mail, please send your e -mail address to planning @saratoga.ca.us CITY OF SARATOGA PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION MINUTES DATE: Wednesday, January 12, 2005 - 7:00 p.m. PLACE: Council Chambers /Civic Theater, 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA TYPE: Regular Meeting ROLLCALL: Commissioners Jill Hunter, Susie Nagpal, Linda Rodgers, Michael Schallop, Mike Ul-d, Ruchi ZCltShi and Chair Mohammad Garakani ABSENT: Commissioner Zutshi Staff: Planners Oosterhous k Welsh, Interim Director Livingstone, and Minutes Clerk Shinn P LE DG E OF ALLEG LANCE MINUTES: Draft Minutes from Regular Planning Commission Meeting of December 8, 2004. (APPROVED 6 -0) ORAL COMMUNICATIONS — Any member of the Public will be allowed to address the Planning Commission for up to three minutes on matters not on this agenda The law generally prohibits the Planning Commission from discussing or taking action on such items. However, the Planning Commission may instruct staff accordingly regarding Oral Communications underPlanning Commission direction to Staff. REPORT OF POSTING AGENDA Pursuant to Government Code 54954.2, the agenda for this meeting was properly posted on January 6, 2005. REPORT OF APPEAL RIGHTS If you wish to appeal any decision on this Agenda, you may file an "Appeal Application" with the City Clerk within fifteen (15) calendar days of the date of the decision, pursuant to Municipal Code 15- 90.050 (b). CONSENT CALENDAR None PUBLIC HEARINGS All interested persons may appear and be heard at the above time and place. Applicants /Appellants and their representatives have a total of ten minutes maximum for opening statements. Members of the Public may comment on any item for up to three minutes. Applicant /Appellants and their representatives have a total of five minutes maximum for closing statements. 1. APPLICATION #04 -150 (397 -15 -018, 397 -14 -022, 397 -13 -030) METRO PCS, West Valley College, 14000 Fruitvale Avenue; - Request for use permit approval to install 3 panel antennas, and an equipment enclosure at the Theater building on the West Valley College Campus. The theater building is currently utilized by several wireless facilities. (CHRISTY OOSTERHOUS) (APPROVED 6 -0) 2. APPLICATION #04 -370 (503 -68 -013) CHRISTENSEN /ROSSI;14111 Palomino Way - Appeal by Christiansen of an administrative decision to approve an outdoor kitchen /wall and deck as an unenclosed accessory structure within six feet of the side property line on the Rossi property i-- located at 14111 Palomino Way. The property is located in the Hillside Residential District and the lot size is 45,716 square feet. (ANN WELSH) (APPEAL APPROVED 6 -0) APPLICATION #04 -176 (503 -16 -050) KOENIG, 13071 Pierce Road; - Request Design Review Approval to build a new two -story house. The proposed house will be 5,404 square feet. The proposed floor area includes a three -car garage. The structure will also have a 360 square foot cabana and a 1,996 square foot basement. The gross lot size is 54,198 square feet and zoned R -1- 40,000. The maximum building height of the residence will not exceed 26 -feet. (JOHN LIVINGSTONE) (APPROVED 6 -0) DIRECTORS ITEM None COMMISSION ITEMS None COMMUNICATIONS None ADJOURNMENT AT 10:20 PM TO THE NEXT MEETING Wednesday, January 26, 2005 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers /Civic Theater 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Clerk at (408) 868 -1269 or etclerk @saratoga.ca.us. Notification 48 hours prior to the meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to this meeting (28 CFR 35.102- 35.104 ADA Title I1). Certificate of Postingof Agenda: I, Kristin Borel, Office Specialist for the City of Saratoga, declare that the foregoing agenda for the meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Saratoga was posted on January 6, 2005 at the office of the City of Saratoga, 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA 95070 and was available for public review at that location. The agenda is also available on the City's website at www.sara toga. ca. us If you would like to receive the Agenda's via e-mail, please send your e -mail address to planning @saratoga.ca.us �r A CITY OF SARATOGA PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION MINUTES DATE: Wednesday, December 8, 2004 - 7:00 p.m. PLACE: Council Chambers /Civic Theater, 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA TYPE: Regular Meeting ROLL CALL: Commissioners Jill Hunter, Susie Nagpal, Linda Rodgers, Michael Schallop, Mike Uhl, Ruchi Zutshi and Chair Mohammad Garakani ABSENT: None STAFF: Planners Livingstone, Oosterhous and Welsh, Director Sullivan and Minutes Clerk Shinn PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE MINUTES: Draft Minutes from Regular Planning Commission Meeting of November 10, 2004. (APPAROVED 5- 0-2, HUNTER AND UHL ABSTAIN) ORAL COMMUNICATIONS — Any member of the Public will be allowed to address the Planning Commission for up to three minutes on matters not on this agenda The law generally prohibits the Planning Commission from discussing or taking action on such items. However, the Planning Commission may instruct staff accordingly regarding Oral Communications under Planning Commission direction to Staff. REPORT OF POSTING AGENDA Pursuant to Government Code 54954.2, the agenda for this meeting was properly posted on December 2, 2004. REPORT OF APPEAL RIGHTS if you wish to appeal any decision on this Agenda, you may file an "Appeal Application" with the City Clerk within fifteen (15) calendar days of the date of the decision, pursuant to Municipal Code 15- 90.050 (b). CONSENT CALENDAR None PUBLIC HEARINGS All interested persons may appear and be heard at the above time and place. Applicants /Appellants and their representatives have a total of ten minutes maximum for opening statements. Members of the Public may comment on any item for up to three minutes. Applicant /Appellants and their representatives have a total of five minutes maximum for closing statements. APPLICATIONS #04 -128 &r #04 -132 (LOTS 1 &r 6) SAGARCHI, 13089 Quito Road — The applicant requests Design Review approval for two single family homes on the site of the former Dorcich Orchard which was approved for a six lot subdivision on 11/12/03. The proposed homes are designed to be compatible with the style of the historic farmhouse, which is being moved and restored on Lot 5. The homes are one and one -half story structures with a maximum height of 24 feet 3 inches. The floor area of the homes are 3,608 square feet. The property is in the R- 1,10,000 zoning district. (ANN WELSH) These two lots are continued from the Planning Commission Meeting on November 10, 2005 (APPROVED 6 -1, ZUTSHI OPPOSED) 2. APPLICATION #04 -358 (503 -69 -002) — AMINI, 13815 Pierce Road, Request for Modification of Approved Plans; - The applicant is requesting a modification to the plans that were approved on October 9, 2002. The modification involves changes to the facade, which add 15 windows and alter the pitch of the roof along the rear elevation. The location of the driveway and front yard landscaping is also the subject of review. No floor area change is proposed to the approved structure, which calls -1 • for a 5,993 square foot, -) story residence with a 2,379 squad t basement on a 1.759 -acre lot located in the Hillside Residential District. (ANN WELSH) (APPROVED 4 -3, HUNTER, NAGPAL AND RODGERS OPPOSED) APPLICATION x#04 -068 (503 -27 -074) MALLADI, 14345 Springer Avenue; - The applicant requests design review approval to construct a two -story single - family residence. The project includes the demolition of an existing one -story residence. The total floor area of the proposed two -story residence and garage is 3,368 square feet. The maximum height of the proposed residence is 24 feet 6 inches. The lot size is 10,265 square feet and the site is zoned R -1 10,000. (CHRISTY OOSTERHOUS) (CONTINUED 7 -0 TO A DATE UNCERTAIN FOR DESIGN CHANGES) 4. APPLICATION ##02 -281 (503 -31 -067) - SHENG, 21794 Heber Way; - Request Design Review Approval and Variances for the front and side yard setbacks to build a new two -story house on an existing vacant lot. The proposed structure will be 6,483 square feet, which includes the 726 square foot three car garage. The gross lot size is 6.06 acres and zoned Hillside Residential. The maximum building height of the residence will not exceed 26 feet. (JOHN LIVINGSTONE) (CONTINUED 7 -0 TO A DATE UNCERTAIN FOR DESIGN CHANGES) 5. APPLICATION x#03 -168 (397 -28 -028) — BLACKWELL PROPERTIES, 14010 Alta Vista Avenue; - Request Design Review Approval and a Variance for the front setback to build a new two -story house on an existing vacant lot. The proposed structure will be 2,385 square feet as determined by the Planning Commission. The proposed floor area includes a 420 square foot two -car garage. The structure will also have a 797 square foot basement. The gross lot size is 8,721 square feet and zoned R -1- 10,000. The maximum building height of the residence will not exceed 26 feet. (JOHN LIVINGSTONE) (APPROVED 7 -0) DIRECTORS ITEM Remind Commissioners that the meeting on December 22, 2004 is cancelled. COMMISSION ITEMS None COMMUNICATIONS WRITTEN City Council Minutes from Regular Meetings on October 20, 2004 ADJOURNMENT AT 11:00 PM TO THE NEXT MEETING Wednesday, January 12, 2005 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers /Civic Theater 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Clerk at (408) 868 -1269 or ctclerk @saratoga.ca.us. Notification 48 hours prior to the meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to this meeting (28 CFR 35.102- 35.104 ADA Title II). Certificate of Posting of Agenda: I, Kristin Borel, Office Specialist for the City of Saratoga, declare that the foregoing agenda for the meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Saratoga was posted on December 2, 2004 at the office of the City of Saratoga, 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA 95070 and was available for public review at that location. The agenda is also available on the City's website at www.saratoga.ca.us If you would like to receive the Agenda's via e -mail, please send your e -mail address to planning@saratoga.ca.us CITY OF SARATOGA PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION MINUTES DATE: Wednesday, November 10, 2004 - 7:00 p.m. PLACE: Council Chambers /Civic Theater, 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA TYPE: Regular Meeting ROLL CALL: Commissioners Jill Hunter, Susie Nagpal, Linda Rodgers, Michael Schallop, Mike Uhl, Ruchi Zutshi and Chair Mohammad Garakani ABSENT: Commissioners Hunter &r Uhl STAFF: Planners Oosterhous &z Welsh, Director Sullivan and Minutes Clerk Shinn PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE MINUTES: Draft Minutes from Regular Planning Commission Meeting of October 27, 2004. (APPROVED 4 -0 -1, SCHALLOP ABSTAINED) ORAL COMMUNICATIONS — Any member of the Public will be allowed to address the Planning Commission for up to three minutes on matters not on this agenda The law generally prohibits the Planning Commission from discussing or taking action on such items. However, the Planning Commission may instruct staff accordingly regarding Oral Communications under Planning Commission direction to Staff. REPORT OF POSTING AGENDA Pursuant to Government Code 54954.2, the agenda for this meeting was properly posted on November 4, 2004. REPORT OF APPEAL RIGHTS If you wish to appeal any decision on this Agenda, you may file an "Appeal Application" with the City Clerk within fifteen (15) calendar days of the date of the decision, pursuant to Municipal Code 15- 90.050 (b). CONSENT CALENDAR None PUBLIC HEARINGS All interested persons may appear and be heard at the above time and place. Applicants /Appellants and their representatives have a total of ten minutes maximum for opening statements. Members of the Public may comment on any item for up to three minutes. Applicant /Appellants and their representatives have a total of five minutes maximum for closing statements. 1. APPLICATION #04 -035 (386 -52 -029) GALEB, 20423 Seagull Way; - The applicant requests design review approval to construct a two -story single - family residence. The project includes the demolition of an existing two -story residence. The total floor area of the proposed two -story residence and garage is 3,540 square feet. The floor area of the first floor is 2,299 square feet and the second floor is 1,241 square feet. In addition, a 1,752 square foot basement is proposed. The maximum height of the proposed residence is 25 feet 10 inches. The lot size is 11,250 square feet and the site is zoned R -1 10,000. (CHRISTY OOSTERHOUS) (DENIED 3 -2, RODGERS &r SCHALLOP OPPOSE DENIAL) 2. APPLICATION #04 -151 (386 -35 -069) CHURCH OF THE ASCENSION, DIOCESE OF SAN JOSE, 12033 Miller Ave. -The applicant, Church of the Ascension, requests a Sign Permit to construct a seven foot high freestanding, six foot wide x four foot high, illuminated sign along Prospect Avenue. The illuminated sign is proposed to replace the existing wooden sign at the southwest corner of Miller &r Prospect Avenues. (ANN WELSH) (DENIED 5 -0) 3. APPLICATIONS #04-128,129,130,131 &r 132 (389- 14 -37) SAGARCHI, 13089 Quito Road — The applicant requests Design Review approval to construct five single family homes on the site of the former Dorcich Orchard which was approved for a six lot subdivision on 11/12/03. The proposed homes are designed to be compatible with the style of the historic farmhouse, which is being moved and restored on Lot 5. The homes are two story structures with a maximum height of 25 feet 6 inches. The floor area of the homes range in size from 3,366 square feet to 3,517 square feet. The property is in the R -1, 10,000 zoning district. The subdivision landscaping and Quito Road sound wall are also the subject of review. (ANN WELSH) (APPROVED 5 -0 LOT 2, LOT 3 &r LOT 4) (LOT 1 AND LOT 6 ARE CONTINUED FOR REDESIGN 5 -0) DIRECTORS ITEM Remind Commissioners that the meeting on November 24, 2004 is cancelled. COMMISSION ITEMS None COMMUNICATIONS WRITTEN None ADJOURNMENT AT 10:55 PM TO NEXT MEETING Wednesday, December 8, 2004 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers /Civic Theater 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Clerk at (408) 868 -1269 or ctclerk @saratoga.ca.us. Notification 48 hours prior to the meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to this meeting (28 CFR 35.102- 35.104 ADA Title II). Certificate of Posting ofAgenda: I, Kristin Borel, Office Specialist for the City of Saratoga, declare that the foregoing agenda for the meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Saratoga was posted on November 4, 2004 at the office of the City of Saratoga, 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA 95070 and was available for public review at that location. The agenda is also available on the City's website at www.saratQga.ca.us if you would like to receive the Agenda's via e -mail, please send your e -mail address to planning @saratoga.ca.us CITY OF SARATOGA PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION MINUTES DATE: Wednesday, October 27, 2004 - 7:00 p.m. PLACE: Council Chambers /Civic Theater, 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA TYPE: Regular. Meeting ROLL_ CALL: Commissioners Jill Hunter, Susie Nagpal, Linda Rodgers, Michael Schallop, Mike Uhl, Ruchi Zutshi and Chair. Mohammad Garakani Absent: Commissioner Schallop &t Commissioner. Uhl Staff: Planners Livingstone &rr Welsh, Director Sullivan and Minutes Clerk Shinn PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE MINUTES: Draft Minutes from Regular Planning Commission Meeting of October 13, 2004. (APPROVED 5 -0) ORAL COMMUNICATIONS — Any member of the Public will be allowed to address the Planning Commission for up to three minutes on matters not on this agenda. The law generally prohibits the Planning Commission from discussing or taking action on such items. However, the Planning Commission may instruct staff accordingly regarding Oral Communications underPlanning Commission direction to Staf f REPORT OF POSTING AGENDA Pursuant to Government Code 54954.2, the agenda for this meeting was properly posted on October 21, 2004. REPORT OF APPEAL RIGHTS If you wish to appeal any decision on this Agenda, you may file an "Appeal Application" with the City Clerk within fifteen (15) calendar clays of the date of the decision, pursuant to Municipal Code 15- 90.050 (b). CONSENT CALENDAR None PUBLIC HEARINGS All interested persons may appear and be heard at the above time and place. Applicants /Appellants and their representatives have a total of ten minutes maximum for opening statements. Members of the Public may comment on any item for up to three minutes. Applicant /Appellants and their representatives have a total of five minutes maximum for closing statements. 1. APPLICATION #04 -112 (397 -24 -032) WOOD, 14161 Douglas Lane - The applicant requests design review approval to construct a two -story single - family residence. The total floor area of the proposed residence is 5,907.5 square feet. The floor area of the first floor and garage is 4,575.5 square feet and the second floor is 1,332 square feet. The maximum height of the proposed residence is 24 feet 6 inches. The lot size is approximately 20,080 square feet and the site is zoned R- 120,000. (Continued from the meeting held on Octoher13, 2004) (CHRISTY OOSTERHOUS) (APPLICATION WAS REDESIGNED AND DOES NOT REQUIRE A PUBLIC HEARING) 2. APPLICATION ##04 -265 (503 -24 -034) WORDEN, "Union 76" 14395 Big Basin Way; - Request for Conditional Use Permit approval to expand the existing retail food market 70 square feet. The site is located in a Commercial Zoning District. (JOHN LIVINGSTONE) (APPROVED 5 -0) 3. APPLICATION x#03 -218 (503 -13 -067) WILLIAM WAI YAN HO, Mount Eden Road south of Villa Oaks Lane: The applicant proposes to subdivide a 29.28 -acre property into five clustered lots with an average lot size of 1.73 acres. The remaining 19.49 -acre portion. of the property is to remain in. open space with a pedestrian, equestrian trail winding through the open space. Access to the property is to be via a cul -de -sac, which egresses onto Mount Eden Road. An emergency access road is proposed from Vista Regina Road to the cul- de -sac. The property has a general plan designation. of RHC, Hillside Conservation and is zoned HR - Hillside Residential District. (ANN WELSH) (APPROVED 5 -0) 4. APPLICATION x#04 -052 (386 -14 -011) CINGULAR WIRELESS /PRINCE OF PEACE LUTHERAN CHURCH, 12770 Saratoga Avenue: The applicant is requesting a Use Permit to construct an antenna site on the rear of the grounds of Prince of Peace Church. The proposal is to install a 60 -foot high artificial conifer tree in a stand of existing conifers. The artificial tree limbs would camouflage 6 panel antennas, which are 51 inches high by 13 inches wide. At the base of the artificial tree four equipment cabinets are proposed which would be five feet high and painted dark green in color in order to blend into the existing vegetation. (ANN WELSH) (APPROVED 5- 0) DIRECTORS ITEM None COMMISSION ITEMS None COMMUNICATIONS WRITTEN City Council Minutes from Special Meetings on September 30, 2004. ADJOURNMENT TO AT 8:40 PM TO THE NEXT MEETING Wednesday, November 10, 2004 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers /Civic Theater 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Clerk at (408) 868 -1269 or ctcicrk @saratoga.ca.us. Notification 48 hours prior to the meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to this meeting (28 CFR 35.102 - 35.104 ADA Title II). Certificate of Posting of Agenda: 1, Kristin Borel, Office Specialist for the City of Saratoga, declare that the foregoing agenda for the meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Saratoga was posted on October 21, 2004 at the office of the City of Saratoga, 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA 95070 and was available for public review at that location The agenda is also available on the City's website at www.saratoga.ca.us If you would like to receive the Agenda's via e -mail, please send your e -mail address to planning @saratoga.ca.us CITY OF SARATOGA PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION MINUTES DATE: Wednesday, October 13, 2004 - 7:00 p.m. PLACE: Council Chambers /Civic Theater., 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA TYPE: Regular Meeting ROLLCAI_L: Commissioners Jill Hunter, Susie Nagpal, Linda Rodgers, Michael Schallop, Mike Uhl, Ruchi Zutshi and Chair. Mohammad Garakani AI3SENT: None STAFF: Planners Livingstone, Vasudevan &z Welsh, Director Sullivan and Minutes Clerk Shinn PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE MINUTES: Draft Minutes from Regular Planning Commission Meeting of September 22, 2004. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS — Any member of the Public will be allowed to address the Planning Commission for up to three minutes on matters not on this agenda. The law generally prohibits the Planning Commission from discussing or taking action on such items. However, the Planning Commission may instruct staff accordingly regarding Oral Communications under Planning Commission direction to Staff. REPORT OF POSTING AGENDA Pursuant to Government Code 54954.2, the agenda for this meeting was properly posted on October 7, 2004. REPORT OF APPEAL RIGHTS If you wish to appeal any decision on this Agenda, you may file an "Appeal Application" with the City Clerk within fifteen (15) calendar days of the date of the decision, pursuant to Municipal Code 15- 90.050 (b). CONSENT CALENDAR None PUBLIC HEARINGS All interested persons may appear and be heard at the above time and place. Applicants /Appellants and their representatives have a total of ten minutes maximum for opening statements. Members of the Public may comment on any item for up to three minutes. Applicant /Appellants and their representatives have a total of five minutes maximum for closing statements. 1. APPLICATION #04 -112 (397 -24 -032) WOOD, 14161 Douglas Lane - The applicant requests design review approval to construct a two -story single - family residence. The total floor area of the proposed residence is 5,907.5 square feet. The floor area of the first floor and garage is 4,575.5 square feet and the second floor is 1,332 square feet. The maximum height of the proposed residence is 24 feet 6 inches. The lot size is approximately 20,080 square feet and the site is zoned R- 120,000. (CHRISTY OOSTERHOUS) (The Applicant has requested that this Item be continued to the meeting on October 27, 2004) (APPROVED TO CONTINUE 7 -0) 2. APPLICATION # 02 -281 (503 -31 -067) - SHENG, 21794 Heber Way; - Request Design Review Approval and Variances for the setbacks to build a new two -story house on an existing vacant lot. The proposed structure will be 6,483 square feet, which includes the 726 square foot three car garage. The gross lot size is 6.06 acres and zoned Hillside Residential. The maximum building height of the residence will not exceed 26 feet. (JOHN LiviNGSTONE) (The Applicant has requested that this Item be continued to the meeting on November 10, 2004) (APPROVED TO CONTINUE 7 -0) APPLICATION #04 -..,8 (386 -10 -049) AT&T Wireless (.pplicant), YASUTO (property owner), 17777 Saratoga Avenue; - The applicant requests Use Permit approval to install six cellular panel antennas on an existing monopole. The proposed antennas will be attached to the monopole at a level below the existing antennas operated by another wireless carrier, Verizon. Related equipment will be situated on the property adjacent to Verizon's existing equipment. This will be a co- location site with not only Verizon, but also Sprint PCS, which has a pending application with the City for proposed antennas and equipment. Sprint's application has been scheduled for a duly noticed public hearing on September 22, 2004. The site is located in the P -A (Professional and Administrative Office) zoning district. (LATA VASUVEVAN) (APPROVED 7 -0) 4. APPLICATION # 04 -034 (397 -08 -091) OVERLAND DEVELOPMENT INC., 15145 Sobey Road; - Request Design Review approval to construct a 25.5 foot high single story structure on a vacant lot with an average slope of 16 %. The size of the home is 5,677 square feet with an 845 square foot basement. The lot size is 46,082 square feet and the parcel is zoned R -1, 40,000. (ANN WELSH) (APPROVED 7 -0) APPLICATION # 04 -227 (503 -10 -049) - DOUGHERTY, 20125 Orchard Meadow Drive; - Request Design Review Approval to build a new two -story house on an existing vacant lot. The proposed structure will be 7,960 square feet, which includes the 498 square foot garage. The gross lot size is 9.15 acres. The maximum building height of the residence will not exceed 26 feet. (JOHN LIVINGSTONE) (APPROVED 7 -0) 6. APPLICATION #04 -268 (503 -24 -051) PHAN, 14435 Big Basin Way; The appellant (Nancy Duyen Le Phan) requests the Planning Commission overturn an Administrative Decision to disallow an expansion of an. existing Personal Services Business (Daisy Beauty Studio) in the CH -1 Zoned District to include massage. (Tom SULLIVAN) (APPEAL APPROVED 5 -2, HUNTER &r UHL OPPOSED) COMMUNICATIONS WRITTEN - City Council Minutes from Special Meeting on September 1, 2004 and Regular meeting on September 15, 2004 - E -mail from Ivan Burgos ADJOURNMENT AT 9:20 PM TO THE NEXT MEETING Wednesday, October 27, 2004 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers /Civic Theater 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Clerk at (408) 868 -1269 or etclerk @saratoga.ca.us. Notification 48 hours prior to the meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to this meeting (28 CFR 35.102- 35.104 ADA Title II). Certificate of Posting of Agenda: I, Kristin Borel, Office Specialist for the City of Saratoga, declare that the foregoing agenda for the meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Saratoga was posted on October 7, 2004 at the office of the City of Saratoga, 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA 95070 and was available for public review at that location. The agenda is also available on the City's website at www.saratoga.ca.us IE you would like to receive the Agenda's via e -mail, please send your e -mail address to planning @sarato ag ca.us CITY OF SARATOGA PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION MINUTES DATE: Wednesday, September 22, 2004 - 7:00 p.m. PLACE: Council Chambers /Civic Theater, 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA TYPE: Regular Meeting ROLL CALL: Commissioners Jill Hunter, Susie Nagpal, Linda Rodgers, Michael Schallop, Mike Uhl, Ruchi Zutshi and Chair Mohammad Garakani ABSENT: Commissioners Schallop and Uhl STAFF: Planners Livingstone, Oosterhous, Vasudevan &r Welsh, Public Safety Officer Prosser, Director Sullivan and Minutes Clerk Shinn PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE MINUTES: Draft Minutes from Regular Planning Commission Meeting of September. 8, 2004. (APPROVED 5 -0) ORAL COMMUNICATIONS — Any member of the Public will be allowed to address the Planning Commission for up to three minutes on matters not on this agenda The law generally prohibits the Planning Commission from discussing or taking action on such items. However, the Planning Commission may instruct staff accordingly regarding Oral Communications under Planning Commission direction to Staff. REPORT OF POSTING AGENDA Pursuant to Government Code 54954.2, the agenda for this meeting was properly posted on September 16, 2004. REPORT OF APPEAL RIGHTS If you wish to appeal any decision on this Agenda, you may file an "Appeal Application" with the City Clerk within fifteen (15) calendar days of the date of the decision, pursuant to Municipal Code 15- 90.050 (b). CONSENT CALENDAR None PUBLIC HEARINGS All interested persons may appear and be heard at the above time and place. Applicants /Appellants and their representatives have a total of ten minutes maximum for opening statements. Members of the Public may comment on any item for up to three minutes. Applicant /Appellants and their representatives have a total of five minutes maximum for closing statements. 1. APPLICATION #04 -178 (510 -09 -018, 044, 043) HEIKALI -14410 List 14416 Big Basin Way, 20506 Saratoga -Los Gatos Road The applicant requests design review approval to renovate the facades of the above noted contiguous commercial structures. The facade changes include raising the parapet, painting and resurfacing, removal of existing ornamentation on the structures and replacement and opening up of windows and doors. The property is located in the CH -1 zoning district and is designated CR- retail commercial in the General Plan. Continued from meeting on August 25, 2005(ANN WELSH) (APPROVED 5 -0) 2. APPLICATION #04 -233 (397 -29 -012) California Farmers' Markets Association, 20300 Herriman Avenue: - Request approval for a Conditional Use Permit allowing the California Farmers' Markets Association to continue holding a Farmers' Market on the parking lot area of Saratoga High School, Saturdays year round. The previous Temporary Use Permit ( #98 -005 expired on April 03, 2004. (STEVE PROSSER) (APPROVED 5 -0) APPLICATION #04 -140 (386 -10 -049) Sprint PCS (applicant), Kato Yasuto (property owner), 17777 Saratoga Avenue; The applicant requests Use Permit approval to extend the height of the existing monopole and install antennas. The applicant proposes to co- locate with another wireless carrier, Verizon, which has existing antennas on the monopole. Related equipment will be situated on the property adjacent to Verizon's existing equipment. The site is located in the P -A (Professional and Administrative Office) zoning district. (LATA VASUDEVAN) (APPROVED 5 -0) 4. APPLICATION #04 -075 (397 -15 -018, 397 -14 -022, 397 -13 -030) Sprint PCS, West Valley College, 14000 Fruitvale Avenue; The applicant requests use permit approval to install antennas and related equipment at the theater building located on the West Valley College Campus. The college campus is located within an R -1- 40,000 zoning district. Several wireless carriers are located at this site. (CHRISTY OOSTERHOUS) (APPROVED 5 -0) 5. APPLICATION # 04 -149 (397 -07 -002) - YEN, 15040 El Quito Way; - Request Design Review Approval to add approximately 1,028 square feet to the first floor of the existing 4,232 square foot single story house for a total floor area of 5,260 square feet. The gross lot size is 57,115 square feet and zoned R -1- 40,000. The maximum height of the residence will be approximately 23 feet. (JOHN LIVINGSTONE) (APPROVED 5 -0) DIRECTORS ITEM None COMMISSION ITEMS Staff response to oral communication given by Ms. Muriel Mahrer at the August 25, 2004 Planning Commission meeting regarding her neighbor's house addition at 13571 Myren Drive. COMMUNICATIONS WRITTEN Letter from Nancy & Robb Kundtz regarding 21974 Heber Way ADJOURNMENT AT 10:00 PM TO THE NEXT MEETING Wednesday, October 13, 2004 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers /Civic Theater 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Clerk at (408) 868 -1269 or ctclerk @saratoga.ca.us. Notification 48 hours prior to the meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to this meeting (28 CFR 35.102- 35.104 ADA Title II). Certificate of Posting of Agenda: I, Kristin Borel, Office Specialist for the City of Saratoga, declare that the foregoing agenda for the meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Saratoga was posted on September 16, 2004 at the office of the City of Saratoga, 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA 95070 and was available for public review at that location. The agenda is also available on the City's website at www.saratQega.ca.us if you would like to receive the Agenda's via e -mail, please send your e -mail address to planning@saratoga.ca.us e CITY OF SARATOGA PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION MINUTES DATE: Wednesday, September 8, 2004 - 7:00 p.m. PLACE: Council Chambers /Civic Theater, 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA TYPE: Regular Meeting ROLLCALL: Conuuissioners Susie Nagpal, Linda Rodgers, Michael Schallop, Mike Uhl, Ruchi Zutslu and Chair Mohammad Garakani ABSENT: None STAFF: Planners Livingstone & Ooosterhous, Director Sullivan and Minutes Clerk Shinn PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE MINUTES: Draft Minutes from Regular Planning Commission Meeting of August 25, 2004. (APPROVED 7 -0) ORAL COMMUNICATIONS — Any member of the Public will be allowed to address the Planning Commission for up to three minutes on matters not on this agenda. The law generally prohibits the Planning Commission from discussing or taking action on such items. However, the Planning Commission may instruct staff accordingly regarding Oral Communications under Planning Commission direction to Staff. REPORT OF POSTING AGENDA Pursuant to Government Code 54954.2, the agenda for this meeting was properly posted on September 2, 2004. REPORT OF APPEAL RIGHTS If you wish to appeal any decision on this Agenda, you may file an "Appeal Application" with the City Clerk within fifteen (15) calendar days of the date of the decision, pursuant to Municipal Code 15- 90.050 (b). CONSENT CALENDAR None PUBLIC HEARINGS All interested persons may appear and be heard at the above time and place. Applicants /Appellants and their representatives have a total of ten minutes maximum for opening statements. Members of the Public may comment on any item for up to three minutes. Applicant /Appellants and their representatives have a total of five minutes maximum for closing statements. 1. APPLICATION #04 -161 (397 -15 -018, 397 -14 -022, 397 -13 -030) Verizon Wireless, West Valley College 14000 Fruitvale Avenue; The applicant requests use permit approval to install an emergency generator at the location of an approved wireless facility located on the West Valley College campus. The college campus is located within. an R -1- 40,000 zoning district. Several wireless carriers are located at this site. The emergency generator will be placed on the ground at the northeast corner of the theater building with other equipment cabinets and equipment approved in the Spring of 2004. Modifications to the original use permit approval also include the following: 1) increasing the lease area from 12' x 25' to 15' x 25' (a total increase in area of 75 square r• feet); and 2) enclosing the lease area with an 8 -foot chain link fence. (CHRISTY OOSTERHOUS) (APPROVED 7 -0) 2. APPLICATION #04 -168 (517 -22 -003) - Borelli, 20200 Hill Avenue; - Request for Modification of Building Plans and Development Conditions to the previously approved new one story house. The minor modifications include changes to the floor plan, height and design. The proposed building footprint will remain in approximately the same location. The proposed floor area will remain the same at approximately 7,402 square feet including a three -car garage. The 3,086 square foot basement will also remain the same. The maximum building height of the residence will not exceed 26 feet. The lot size is approximately 77,003 square feet net and the site is zoned R -1- 40,000. (JOHN LIVINGSTONE) (APPROVED 5 -2, GARAKANI Est HUNTER OPPOSED) DIRECTORS ITEM None COMMISSION ITEMS None COMMUNICATIONS WRITTEN City Council Minutes from Regular Meetings on July 21, 2004 and minutes from Special Meetings on August9, 2004, August 11, 2004, August 16, 2004 and August 18, 2004 ADJOURNMENT AT 7:55 PM TO THE STUDY SESSION Wednesday, September 22, 2004 at 5:00 p.m. in the Saratoga Senior Center 19655 Allendale Avenue, Saratoga, CA In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Clerk at (408) 868 -1269 or ctclerk @saratoga.ca.us. Notification 48 hours prior to the meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to this meeting (28 CFR 35.102- 35.104 ADA Title II). Certificate of Posting of Agenda: 1, Kristin Borel, Office Specialist for the City of Saratoga, declare that the foregoing agenda for the meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Saratoga was posted on September 2, 2004 at the office of the City of Saratoga, 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA 95070 and was available for public review at that location. The agenda is also available on the City's website at www.saratoga.ca.us If you would like to receive the Agenda's via e -mail, please send your e -mail address to planning@saratoga.ca.us CITY OF SARATOGA PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION MINUTES DATE: Wednesday, August 25, 2004 - 7:00 p.m. PLACE: Council Chambers /Civic Theater, 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA TYPE: Regular. Meeting ROLL CALL: Commissioners Susie Nagpal, Linda Rodgers, Michael Schallop, Mike Uhl, Ruchi Zutshi and Chair Mohammad Garakani ABSENT: None STAFF: Planners Oosterhous & Welsh, Director Sullivan, and Minutes Clerk Shinn PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE MINUTES: Draft Minutes from Regular Planning Commission Meeting of July 28, 2004. (APPROVED 6 -0 -1, Garakani Abstained), ORAL COMMUNICATIONS — Any member of the Public will be allowed to address the Planning Commission for up to three minutes on matters not on this agenda The law generally prohibits the Planning Commission from discussing or taking action on such items. However, the Planning Commission may instruct staff accordingly regarding Oral Communications tinder Planning Commission direction to Staff. REPORT OF POSTING AGENDA Pursuant to Government Code 54954.2, the agenda for this meeting was properly posted on August 19, 2004. REPORT OF APPEAL RIGHTS If you wish to appeal any decision on this Agenda, you may file an "Appeal Application" with the City Clerlc within fifteen (15) calendar days of the date of the decision, pursuant to Municipal Code 15- 90.050 (b). CONSENT CALENDAR None PUBLIC HEARINGS All interested persons may appear and be heard at the above time and place. Applicants /Appellants and their representatives have a total of ten minutes maximum for opening statements. Members of the Public may comment on any item for up to three minutes. Applicant /Appellants and their representatives have a total of five minutes maximum for closing statements. 1. APPLICATION #04 -178 (510 -09 -018, 044, 043) HEIKALI -14410 Est 14416 Big Basin Way, 20506 Saratoga -Los Gatos Road The applicant requests design review approval to renovate the facades of the above noted contiguous commercial structures. The facade changes include raising the parapet, painting and resurfacing, removal of existing ornamentation on the structures and replacement and opening up of windows and doors. The property is located in the CH -1 zoning district and is designated CR- retail commercial in the General Plan. (ANN WELSH) (APPROVED 7 -0 TO CONTINUE TO SEPTEMBER 22, 2004) j,. 2. APPLICATION #03 -112 (517 -21 -004) CHENG 20045 Mendelsohn Lane - The applicant requests Tentative Parcel Map approval to subdivide a parcel located at 20045 Mendelsohn Lane into three parcels. Parcel 2 and 3 would include a new building site. An existing single - family residence is located in the proposed building envelope of Parcel 1. The existing parcel is 2.63 acres or 114,563 square feet. The proposed net parcel sizes include: parcel 1 would be 35,289 square feet, parcel 2 would be 21,400 square feet, and parcel 3 would be 20,284 square feet. The property is zoned R- 120,000. (CHRISTY OosTERHOUS) (APPROVED 7 -0) APPLICATION #01 -002 (397 -05 -006) BRIZGYS 14529 Evans Lane - The applicant requests Tentative Parcel Map approval to subdivide a 120,661 square foot lot (2.77 acres) with an existing residence into two separate building sites. The existing residence would be retained on Parcel 2. Parcel 1 would include a new building site. Parcel 1 is 40,001 square feet and Parcel 2 is 68,920 square feet. The property is zoned R- 140,000. (CHRISTY OOSTERHOUS) (APPROVED 7 -0) DIRECTORS ITEM None COMMISSION ITEMS None COMMUNICATIONS WRITTEN City Council Minutes from Regular Meeting on July 7, 2004, Special Meeting on July 26, 2004 and Joint Meeting on July 6, 2004. ADJOURNMENT AT 8:45 PM TO THE STUDY SESSION Wednesday, September 8, 2004 at 5:00 p.m. in the Administrative Conference Room 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Clerk at (408) 868 -1269 or ctclerk @saratoga.ca.us. Notification 48 hours prior to the meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to this meeting (28 CFR 35.102- 35.104 ADA Title II). Certificate of Posting of Agenda: I, Kristin Borel, Office Specialist for the City of Saratoga, declare that the foregoing agenda for the meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Saratoga was posted on August 19, 2004 at the office of the City of Saratoga, 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA 95070 and was available for public review at that location. The agenda is also available on the City's website at www.saratoga.ca.us If you would like to receive the Agenda's via e -mail, please send your e -mail address to planning@saratoga.ca.us r� CITY OF SARATOGA PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION MINUTES DATE: Wednesday, July 28, 2004 - 7:00 p.m. PLACE: Council Chambers /Civic Theater, 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA TYPE: Regular Meeting IZOLL CALL: Commissioners Susie Nagpal, Linda Rodgers, Michael Schallop, Mike Uhl, Ruchi Zutshi and Chair Mohammad Garakani Absent: Commissioner Rodgers, Commissioner Uhl and Chair Garakani Staff: Planners Livingstone &c Oosterhous, Director Sullivan and Minutes Clerk Shinn PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE MINUTES: Draft Minutes from Regular Planning Commission Meeting of July 14, 2004. (APPROVED 4 -0) ORAL COMMUNICATIONS — Any member of the Public will be allowed to address the Planning Commission for up to three minutes on matters not on this agenda The law generally prohibits the Planning Commission from discussing or taking action on such items. However, the Planning Commission may instruct staff accordingly regarding Oral Communications under Planning Commission direction to Staff. REPORT OF POSTING AGENDA Pursuant to Government Code 54954.2, the agenda for this meeting was properly posted on July 22, 2004. REPORT OF APPEAL RIGHTS If you wish to appeal any decision on this Agenda, you may file an "Appeal Application" with the City Clerk within fifteen (15) calendar days of the date of the decision, pursuant to Municipal Code 15- 90.050 (b). CONSENT CALENDAR None PUBLIC HEARINGS All interested persons may appear and be heard at the above time and place. Applicants /Appellants and their representatives have a total of ten minutes maximum for opening statements. Members of the Public may comment on any item for up to three minutes. Applicant /Appellants and their representatives have a total of five minutes maximum for closing statements. APPLICATION ##03 -064 (517 -22 -024) MARTINO 15374 Madrone Hill Road - The applicant requests design review approval to construct a two -story single - family residence. The project includes the demolition of an existing residence. The total floor area of the proposed residence and garage is 5,118 square feet. The floor area of the main floor is 3,541 square feet and the lower floor is 1,577 square feet. In addition, a 1,995 square foot basement is proposed. The maximum height of the proposed residence is 24 feet. The lot size is approximately 87,855 square feet and the site is zoned R- 140,000. (CHRISTY OOSTERHOUS) (APPROVED 4 -0) APPLICATION #04 -012 (397 -23 -012) - FILICE, 20288 La Paloma Avenue; - Request Design Review Approval to demolish and rebuild a significant portion of the existing 1,900 square foot house and add a new second floor for a total floor area of 2,879 square feet. The proposed project will also include a 789 square foot basement. The height of the structure will not exceed 26 feet. The gross lot size is 7,321 square feet and zoned R- 1- 10,000. (JOHN LIVINGSTONE) (APPROVED 4 -0) DIRECTORS ITEM Remind Commissioners that the meeting on August 11, 2004 is cancelled. Reminder that a Study Session is planned for September 22, 2004 for a design review application at 14265 Burns Way. Currently we have perfect attendance for that study session. Please alert staff as soon as possible if you will be unable to attend the study session. COMMISSION ITEMS None COMMUNICATIONS WRITTEN None ADJOURNMENT AT 8:00 PM TO THE NEXT MEETING Wednesday, August 25, 2004 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers /Civic Theater 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Clerk at (408) 868 -1269 or ctclerk @saratoga.ca.us. Notification 48 hours prior to the meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to this meeting (28 CFR 35.102- 35.104 ADA Title II). Certificate of Posting of Agenda: I, Kristin Borel, Office Specialist for the City of Saratoga, declare that the foregoing agenda for the meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Saratoga was posted on July 22, 2004 at the office of the City of Saratoga, 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA 95070 and was available for public review at that location. The agenda is also available on the City's website at www.saratoga.ca.us If you would lake to receive the Agenda's via e -mail, please send your e -mail address to planning@saratoga.ca.us saratoga.ca.us CITY OF SARATOGA PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION MINUTES DATE: Wednesday, July 14, 2004 - 7:00 p.m. PLACE: Council Chambers /Civic Theater, 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA TYPE: Regular Meeting ROLL CALL: Commissioners Susie Nagpal, Linda Rodgers, Michael Schallop, Mike Uhl, Ruchi Zutshi and Chair Mohammad Garakani ABSENT: None STAFF: Planners Livingstone, Oosterhouse, &z Vasudevan, and Minutes Clerk Shinn PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE MINUTES: Draft Minutes from Regular Planning Commission Meeting of June 23, 2004. (APPROVED 6 -0 -1, ZUTSHI ABSTAIN) ORAL COMMUNICATIONS — Any member of the Public will be allowed to address the Planning Commission for up to three minutes on matters not on this agenda The law generally prohibits the Planning Commission from discussing or taking action on such items. However, the Planning Commission may instruct staff accordingly regarding Oral Communications under Planning Commission direction to Staff. REPORT OF POSTING AGENDA Pursuant to Government Code 54954.2, the agenda for this meeting was properly posted on July 8, 2004. REPORT OF APPEAL RIGHTS If you wish to appeal any decision on this Agenda, you may file an "Appeal Application" with the City Clerk within fifteen (15) calendar days of the date of the decision, pursuant to Municipal Code 15- 90.050 (b). CONSENT CALENDAR None PUBLIC HEARINGS All interested persons may appear and be heard at the above time and place. Applicants /Appellants and their representatives have a total of ten minutes maximum for opening statements. Members of the Public may comment on any item for up to three minutes. Applicant /Appellants and their representatives have a total of five minutes maximum for closing statements. 1. APPLICATION x#04 -048 (517 -13 -027) PINN, 15960 Cuvilly Way (Lot 3); - The applicant requests Design Review and Use Permit approvals to construct a 5,530 square foot two story home with a basement on a vacant lot in the Les Chateaux de Notre Dame subdivision. The applicant is seeking a Use Permit pursuant to Municipal Code Section 15- 12.100 because the proposed `French Country' style home will have a maximum height of 30 feet. The net lot size is 52,838 square feet and the property is zoned R -1- 40,000. (L.ATA VASUDEVAN) (APPROVED 6 -1, RODGERS OPPOSED) P__ 2. APPLICATION #04 -152 (397 -28 -061) — Appellant MARATHE, Site Location —13997 Alta Vista Avenue; - Appeal of an Administrative Decision to DENY a Tree Removal Permit at 13997 Alta Vista Avenue to remove a large Coast Live Oak tree. The tree in question is a 35 -inch diameter 25 -foot tall, mature Coast Live Oak (Quercus agrifolia) and has a canopy spread of 40 -feet. (JOHN LIVINGSTONE FOR Tom SULLIVAN) (APPROVED 7 -0) APPLICATION #04 -158 (393 -21 -006) AT&T Wireless, 13000 Glen Brae Drive; - Request for modification of a Use Permit approval to install one 2 -foot diameter microwave dish at the top of existing utility lattice tower. Use permit approval was granted in the fall of 2003 to install six panel antennas and an equipment enclosure at the location of an existing utility lattice tower near Congress Springs Park along the railroad tracks at Glen Brea Drive and Chardonnay Court. The panel antennas, equipment enclosure, and landscaping have been installed. (CHRISTY OosTERHOUS) (APPROVED 7 -0) 4. APPLICATION #04 -106 — AT&T, 19491 Saratoga Los Gatos Road, CalTrans right -of -way at the corner of Saratoga Los Gatos Road and Fruitvale Avenue; - Request for Modification to an existing Use Permit approval to add fixtures to an existing wireless antenna system. The project is located in an R -1- 40,000 zoning district. (JOHN LIVINGSTONE) (APPROVED 7 -0) DIRECTORS ITEM For your information, an appeal to the City Council has been filed for a proposed second dwelling located at 15301 Peach Hill Road. The appeal is scheduled for the August 4, 2004 City Council meeting. COMMISSION ITEMS None COMMUNICATIONS WRITTEN City Council Minutes from Regular Meetings on June 16, 2004 ADJOURNMENT AT 9:40 PM TO THE NEXT MEETING Wednesday, July 28, 2004 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers /Civic Theater 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Clerk at (408) 868 -1269 or ctclerk @saratoga.ca.us. Notification 48 hours prior to the meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to this meeting (28 CFR 35.102- 35.104 ADA Title II). Certificate of Posting of Agenda: I, Kristin Borel, Office Specialist for the City of Saratoga, declare that the foregoing agenda for the meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Saratoga was posted on July 8, 2004 at the office of the City of Saratoga, 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA 95070 and was available for public review at that location. The agenda is also available on the City's website at www.saratoe a.e�a.us If you would like to receive the Agenda's via e -mail, please send your e -mail address to planning @saratoga.ca.us i CITY OF SARATOGA PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION MINUTES DATE: Wednesday, June 23, 2004 - 7:00 p.m. PLACE: Council Chambers /Civic Theater, 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA TYPE: Regular Meeting ROLL CALL: Commissioners Susie Nagpal, Linda Rodgers, Michael Schallop, Mike Uhl, Ruchi Zutshi and Chair Mohammad Garakani ABSENT: Conunissioner Zutshi, Commissioner Uhl arrived at 8:10 pm STAFF: Planner Welsh, Director Sullivan Est Minutes Clerk Shinn PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE MINUTES: Draft Minutes from Regular Planning Commission Meeting of June 9, 2004. (APPROVED 5 -0) ORAL COMMUNICATIONS — Any member of the Public will be allowed to address the Planning Commission for up to three minutes on matters not on this agenda. The law generally prohibits the Planning Commissionfrom discussing or taking action on such items. However, the Planning Commission may instruct staff accordingly regarding Oral Communications under Planning Commission direction to Staff. REPORT OF POSTING AGENDA Pursuant to Government Code 54954.2, the agenda for this meeting was properly posted on June 17, 2004. REPORT OF APPEAL RIGHTS If you wish to appeal any decision on this Agenda, you may file an "Appeal Application" with the City Clerk within fifteen (15) calendar days of the date of the decision, pursuant to Municipal Code 15- 90.050 (b). CONSENT CALENDAR None PUBLIC HEARINGS All interested persons may appear and be heard at the above time and place. Applicants /Appellants and their representatives have a total of ten minutes maximum for opening statements. Members of the Public may comment on any item for up to three minutes. Applicant /Appellants and their representatives have a total of five minutes maximum for closing statements. APPLICATION #04 -087 (503 -16 -026) BHATIA,13228 Pierce Road; - Request Design Review approval to construct a 1,739 square foot second floor addition to an existing 2,814 square foot single story structure for a total floor area of 4,553 Square feet. The height of the structure will be 24 feet 6 inches. The gross lot area is 21,052 square feet and the parcel is zoned R -1- 40,000. (ANN WELSH) (APPROVED 5 -0) M APPLICATION # 04 -034 (397 -08 -091) OVERLAND DEVELOPMENT, INC. 15145 Sobey Road - Request Design Review approval to construct a 26 -foot high single story structure on a vacant lot with an average slope of 16 %. The size of the home is 5,681 square feet with an 845 square foot basement. The lot size is 46,082 square feet and the parcel is zoned R -1, 40,000. (ANN WELSH) (APPROVED TO CONTINUE TO A DATE UNCERTAIN 6 -0) DIRECTORS ITEM None COMMISSION ITEMS None COMMUNICATIONS WRITTEN City Council Minutes from Regular Meeting on June 2, 2004 and Special Meeting on June 9, 2004 ADJOURNMENT AT 9:50 PM TO THE NEXT MEETING Wednesday, July 14, 2004 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers /Civic Theater 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Clerk at (408) 868 -1269 or ctclerk @saratoga.ca.us. Notification 48 hours prior to the meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to this meeting (28 CFR 35.102- 35.104 ADA Title II). Certificate of Posting of Agenda: I, Kristin Borel, Office Specialist for the City of Saratoga, declare that the foregoing agenda for the meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Saratoga was posted on June 17, 2004 at the office of the City of Saratoga, 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA 95070 and was available for public review at that location. The agenda is also available on the City's website at www.sarat2ga.ca.us ca.us if you would like to receive the Agenda's via e -mail, please send your e -mail address to planning@saratoga.ca.us • )•�L CITY OF SARATOGA PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION MINUTES DATE: Wednesday, June 9, 2004 - 7:00 p.m. PLACE: Council Chambers /Civic Theater, 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA TYPE: Regular Meeting ROLL CALL: Commissioners Susie Nagpal, Linda Rodgers, Michael Schallop, Mike Uhl, Ruchi Zutshi and Chair Mohammad Garakani Absent: Commissioner Uhl PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE MINUTES: Draft Minutes from Regular Planning Commission Meeting of May 26, 2004. (APPROVED 6 -0) ORAL COMMUNICATIONS — Any member of the Public will be allowed to address the Planning Commission for up to three minutes on matters not on this agenda The law generally prohibits the Planning Commission from discussing or taking action on such items. However, the Planning Commission may instruct staff accordingly regarding Oral Communications under Planning Commission direction to Staff. REPORT OF POSTING AGENDA Pursuant to Government Code 54954.2, the agenda for this meeting was properly posted on June 3, 2004. REPORT OF APPEAL RIGHTS if you wish to appeal any decision on this Agenda, you may file an "Appeal Application" with the City Clerk within fifteen (15) calendar days of the date of the decision, pursuant to Municipal Code 15- 90.050 (b). In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Clerk at (408) 868 -1269 or ctclerk @saratoga.ca.us. Notification 48 hours prior to the meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to this meeting (28 CFR 35.102- 35.104 ADA Title II). CONSENT CALENDAR None PUBLIC HEARINGS All interested persons may appear and be heard at the above time and place. If you challenge a decision of the Planning Commission pursuant to a public hearing in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing(s) described in this agenda, or in written correspondence delivered to the Saratoga Planning Commission at, or prior to, the public hearing. In order to be included in the Planning Commission's information packets, written communication should be filed on or before the Monday, a week before the meeting. 1. APPLICATION #04 -019 (397 -09 -009) GUDAPATI AND MEKA,19170 Monte Vista Drive; - The applicants request design review approval to demolish the existing structures on the lot and construct a new one story 6,156 square foot home with a 2,434 square foot basement. The maximum height of the proposed residence will not exceed 26 ft. The net lot size is 49,840 square feet and the property is zoned R -1- 40,000. (LATA VASUDEVAN) (APPROVED 6 -0) 2. APPLICATION #03 -132 (510 -01 -004) - KIM, 19870 Mendelsohn Lane; - Request Design Review Approval to demolish and rebuild a significant portion of the existing house and add 904 square feet to the existing 3,429 square foot house for a total floor area of 4,333 square feet. The height of the structure will not exceed 21 feet. The gross lot size is 18,750 square feet and zoned R- 1- 20,000. (JOHN LIVINGSTONE) (APPROVED 6 -0) APPLICATION #03 -245 (517 -22 -073) MASSIE, 15301 Peach Hill Road; - The applicant is requesting design review approval for a detached secondary dwelling unit. Design review is required because the allowable floor area on the site exceeds 6,000 square feet. The maximum height of the propose structure is 14 feet 6 inches. The proposed floor area of the structure is 602 square feet. Total floor area on the site including the main residence and garage would be 6,598 square feet. The property is zoned R -1 40,000, (CHRISTY OOSTERHOUS) (APPROVED 5 -1, GARAKANI OPPOSED) 4. APPLICATION #03 -246 (386 -10 -043) — Golden Gate Doughnuts, LLC,18562 B Prospect Road; - The applicant is requesting approval of a Design Review and a Conditional Use Permit to demolish the existing 3,960 square foot commercial building and construct a new 4,090 square foot commercial building for a Krispy Kreme Doughnut Store. Maximum height of the structure will not exceed 20 feet. The parcel is 99,434 gross square feet. (JOHN LIVINGSTONE) (APPROVED 6 -0) DIRECTORS ITEM None COMMISSION ITEMS None COMMUNICATIONS WRITTEN None ADJOURNMENT AT 10:45 PM TO THE NEXT MEETING Wednesday, June 23, 2004 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers /Civic Theater 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA If you would like to receive the Agenda's via e -mail, please send your e -mail address to planning @saratoga.ca.us CITY OF SARATOGA PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION AGENDA DATE: Wed nesday, May 26, 2004 - 7:00 p.m. PLACE: Council Chambers /Civic Theater, 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA TYPE: Regular Meeting ROLL CALL : Commission.ers Susie Nagpal, Linda Rodgers, Michael Schallop, Mike Uhl, Ruchi Zutshi and Chair 1\1ohanuuad Garakani ABSENT: None STAFF: Planner Livingstone & Minutes Clerk Shinn PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE MINUTES: Draft Minutes from Regular Planning Commission Meeting of May 12, 2004. (APPROVED 6 -0 -1, U H L ABSTAIN) ORAL CONCM UN [CATIONS — Any member of the Public will be allowed to address the Planning Commission for up to three minutes on matters not on this agenda. The law generally prohibits the Planning Commission from discussing or taking action on such items. However, the Planning Con in ion may instruct staff accordingly regarding Oral Communications under Planning Commission direction to Staff. REPORT OF 13OSTI NG AG ENDA Pursuant to Government Code 54954.2, the agenda for this meeting was properly posted on May 20, 2004. REPORT OF APPEAL RIGHTS If you wish to appeal any decision on this Agenda, you may file an "Appeal Application" with the City Clerk within fifteen (15) calendar clays of the date of the decision, pursuant to Municipal Code 15- 90.050 (b). In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Clerk at (408) 868 -1269 or ctcicrk @saratoga.ca.us. Notification 48 hours prior to the meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to this meeting (28 CFR 35.102- 35.104 ADA Title II). CONSENT CALENDAR None PUBLIC HEARINGS All interested persons may appear and be heard at the above time and place. If you challenge a decision of the Planning Commission pursuant to a public hearing in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing(s) described in this agenda, or in written correspondence delivered to the Saratoga Planning Commission at, or prior to, the public hearing. In order to be included. in the Planning Commission's information packets, written communication should be filed on or before the Monday, a week before the meeting. 1. APPLICATION #04 -078 (397 -04 -003) - CAMPBELL, 14725 Sobey Road; - Request Design Review Approval to build a new 650 square foot detached secondary unit with a one car carport in approliinately the same location as the previous unit. The height of the structure will not exceecl 1.5 feet. The gross lot size is 76,040 square feet and zoned R- 1- 40,000. (JOHN LwINGSTONE) (APPROVED 7 -0) 2. APPLICATION #03 -217 (503 -15 -065) - HOUSE, 13313 Old Oak Way; - Request for Grading over 1,000 cubic yards to restore and re- vegetate the hillside terrain of an old quarry, and approval of a 15 -foot tall accessory structure to be used as a horse stable. The lot size is approximately 12 acres and zoned Hillside Residential. (JOHN LIVINGSTONE) (APPROVED 7 -0) DIRECTORS ITEM Earlier this month the City Council appointed six Saratoga residents to act as a citizen advisory committee for the Land Use Element update. Staff is in the process of setting up the Committee's first meeting. COMMISSION ITEMS None COMMUNICATIONS WRITTEN City Council Minutes from Regular Meetings on April 21, 2004 ADJOURNMENT AT 7:45 PM TO THE NEXT MEETING Wednesday, June 9, 2004 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers /Civic Theater 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA If you would l kc to receive the Agenda's via e -mail, please send your e -mail address to plannin @g saratoga.ca.us CITY OF SARATOGA PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION MINUTES DATE: Wednesday, May 12, 2004 - 7:00 p.m. PLACE: Council Chambers /Civic Theater, 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA TYPE: Regular Meeting ROI_I_CALL: Commissioners Susie Nagpal, Linda Rodgers, Michael Schallop, Mike Uhl, Ruchi Zutshi and Chair Mohammad Garakani ABSENT: Commissioners Schallop &z Uhl STAFF: Plamiers Oosterhous &z Vasudevan, Director Sullivan and Minutes Clerk Shinn PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE MINUTES: Draft Minutes from Regular Planning Commission Meeting of April 28, 2004. (APPROVED 5 -0) ORAL COMMUNICATIONS — Any member of the Public will be allowed to address the Planning Commission for up to three minutes on matters not on this agenda The law generally prohibits the Planning Commission from discussing or taking action on such items. However, the Plann ing Commission may instruct staff accordingly regarding Oral Communications under Planning Commission direction to Staff. REPORT OF POSTING AGENDA Pursuant to Govermnent Code 54954.2, the agenda for this meeting was properly posted on May 6, 2004. REPORT OF APPEAL RIGHTS If you wish to appeal any decision on this Agenda, you may file an "Appeal Application" with the City Clerk within fifteen (15) calendar clays of the date of the decision, pursuant to Municipal Code 15- 90.050 (b). In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Clerk at (408) 868 -1269 or ctclerk @saratoga.ca.us. Notification 48 hours prior to the meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to this meeting (28 CFR 35.102- 35.104 ADA Title II). CONSENT CALENDAR None PUBLIC HEARINGS All interested persons may appear and be heard at the above time and place. If you challenge a decision of the Planning Commission pursuant to a public hearing in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing(s) described in this agenda, or in written correspondence delivered to the Saratoga Planning Commission at, or prior to, the public hearing. In order to be included in the Planning Commission's information packets, written communication should be filed on or before the Monday, a week before the meeting. 1. APPLICATION #03 -254 (397 -03 -004) HO, 14289 Sobey Road; - The applicant requests design review approval to construct a new two -story residence on a vacant lot. At maximum height the proposed residence will be 26 ft. The proposed residence including garage will be 5,230 square feet. Materials and colors include, a tan stucco exterior and red tile roof. The gross lot size is 47,045 square feet. The property is zoned R- 140,000. (CHRISTY OosTERHOVS) (CONTINUED 5 -0 FOR REDESIGN) 2. APPLICATION #04 -096 (CITYWIDE) A Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment that regulates the placement of standby or emergency generators and the placement of heating, ventilation and air conditioning equipment. Generally, the amendment would disallow the placement within any required setback area. (Tom SULLIVAN) (APPROVED 5 -0) NON - PUBLIC HEARING ITEM APPLICATION #04 -019 (397 -09 -009) GUDAPATI AND MEKA,19170 Monte Vista Drive; - The applicants request that the Planning Commission review the City Arborist Report prepared for this application and provide guidance on the design of the proposed home. (LATA VASUDEVAN) (CONSENSUS FOR APPLICANT TO REMOVE TREE #4, AND PROCEED WITH THEIR PROPOSED SITE FOR THE NEW HOME FOR FUTURE PRESENTATION TO THE PLANNING COMMISSION FOR DESIGN REVIEW APPROVAL) DIRECTORS ITEM None COMMISSION ITEMS None COMMUNICATIONS WRITTEN City Council Minutes from Meeting on April 7, 2004 ADJOURNMENT AT 9:20 PM TO THE NEXT MEETING Wednesday, May 26, 2004 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers /Civic Theater 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA if you would like to receive the Agenda's via e -mail, please send your e -mail address to planning @sarato ag ca.us CITY OF SARATOGA PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION MINUTES DATE: Wednesday, April 28, 2004 - 7:00 p.m. PLACE: Council Chambers /Civic Theater, 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA TYKE: Regular Meeting ROLL CALL: Conunissioners Susie Nagpal, Linda Rodgers, Michael Schallop, Mike Uhl, Ruchi Zutshi and Chair Mohammad Garakani Absent: None Staff: Planner Welsh, Director Sullivan Est Minutes Clerk Shinn PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE MINUTES: Draft Minutes from Regular Planning Commission Meeting of April 14, 2004. (APPROVED 6 -0 -1, ZUTSHI ABSTAIN) ORAL COMMUNICATIONS — Any member of the Public will be allowed to address the Planning Commission for up to three minutes on nutters not on this agenda. The law generally prohibits the Planning Commission from discussing or taking action on such items. However, the Planning Commission may instruct staff accordingly regarding Oral Communications under Planning Commission direction to Staff. REPORT OF POSTING AGENDA Pursuant to Government Code 54954.2, the agenda for this meeting was properly posted on April 22, 2004. REPORT OF APPEAL RIGHTS If you wish to appeal any decision on this Agenda, you may file an "Appeal Application" with the City Clerk within fifteen (15) calendar days of the date of the decision, pursuant to Municipal Code 15- 90.050 (b). In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Clerk at (408) 868 -1269 or ctclerk @saratoga.ca.its. Notification 48 hours prior to the meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to this meeting (28 CFR 35.102- 35.104 ADA Title 1I). CONSENT CALENDAR None PUBLIC HEARINGS All interested persons may appear and be heard at the above time and place. If you challenge a decision of the Planning Commission pursuant to a public hearing in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing(s) described in this agenda, or in written correspondence delivered to the Saratoga Planning Commission at, or prior to, the public hearing. In order to be included in the Planning Commission's information packets, written communication should be filed on or before the Monday, a week before the meeting. 1. APPLICATION #03 -140 (403 -27 -049) - Appellant DUVALL, Site Location - 18325 Swarthmore Drive; - Appeal of an Administrative Decision to DENY a Tree Removal Permit at 18325 Swartlunore Drive to remove a large Redwood tree. The tree in question is a 161 -inch, mature Redwood and is located next to the driveway. (Tom SULLIVAN) (CONTINUED FROM MEETING ONAPRIL 14, 2004) (APPEAL DENIED 5 -2, SCHALLOP &r GARAKANI OPPOSED) APPLICATION #04 -041 (APN# 393 -36 -026) WU /CHEN, 19708 CRESTBROOK DRIVE; - The applicant proposes to demolish an existing two -story home and construct a new 4,492 square foot, two -story home. The parcel is zoned R -1, 20,000 and the General Plan designation is RLD, Residential Low Density. The height of the structure is proposed to be 25.86 feet. A two car attached garage with a two car carport is proposed for the site. The existing circular driveway is to remain and the swimming pool is to be demolished. (ANN WELSH) (APPROVED 7 -0) 3. APPLICATION #03 -218 (APN# 503 -13 -067) WILLIAM WAI YAN HO, Mount Eden Road, South of Villa Oaks Lane; - The applicant proposes to subdivide a 29.28 -acre property into five clustered lots with an average lot size of 1.73 acres. The remaining 19.49 -acre portion of the property is to remain in open space with a pedestrian, equestrian trail winding through the open space. Access to the property is to be via a cul -de -sac, which egresses onto Mount Eden Road. An emergency access road is proposed from Vista Regina Road to the cul- de -sac. The property has a general plan designation of RHC, Hillside Conservation and is zoned HR - Hillside Residential District. (ANN WELSH) (CONTINUE TO STUDY SESSION 7 -0) DIRECTORS ITEM None COMMISSION ITEMS Memo from Tom Sullivan regarding noticing requirements COMMUNICATIONS WRITTEN City Council Minutes from Special Meetings on April 9, 2004 ADJOURNMENT AT 11:50 PM TO THE NEXT MEETING Wednesday, May 12, 2004 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers /Civic Theater 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA If you would hike to receive the Agenda's via e -mail, please send your e -mail address to plann.ing@saratoga.ca.us CITY OF SARATOGA PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION MINUTES DATE: Wednesday, April 14, 2004 - 7:00 p.m. PLACE: Council Chambers /Civic Theater, 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA TYPE: Regular Meeting ROLL CALL : Commissioners, Mohammad Garakani, Susie Nagpal, Linda Rodgers, Michael Schallop, Mike Uhl, Ruchi Zutshi and Chair Jill Hunter Absent: Commissioner Zutshi Staff: Planners Oosterhous &r Vasudevan, Director Sullivan and Minutes Clerk Shinn PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ELECTION OF A NEW PLANNING COMMISSION CHAIR AND VICE -CHAIR (GARAKANI CHAIR, NAGPAL VICE - CHAIR) MINUTES: Draft Minutes from Regular Planning Commission Meeting of March 10, 2004. (APPROVED 5 -0 -1, RODGERS ABSTAIN) ORAL COMMUNICATIONS — Any member of the Public will be allowed to address the Planning Commission for up to three minutes on matters not on this agenda The law generally prohibits the Planning Commission from discussing or taking action on such items. However, the.Planning Commission may instruct staff accordingly regarding Oral Communications under Planning Commission direction to Staff. REPORT OF POSTING AGENDA Pursuant to Government Code 54954.2, the agenda for this meeting was properly posted on April 8, 2004. REPORT OF APPEAL RIGHTS if you wish to appeal any decision on this Agenda, you may file an "Appeal Application" with the City Clerk within fifteen (15) calendar days of the date of the decision, pursuant to Municipal Code 15- 90.050 (b). In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Clerk at (408) 868 -1269 or ctclerk @saratoga.ca.us. Notification 48 hours prior to the meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to this meeting (28 CFR 35.102- 35.104 ADA Title II). CONSENT CALENDAR None PUBLIC HEARINGS All interested persons may appear and be heard at the above time and place. If you challenge a decision of the Planning Commission pursuant to a public hearing in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing(s) described in this agenda, or in written correspondence delivered to the Saratoga Planning Commission at, or prior to, the public hearing. In order to be included in the Planning Commission's information packets, written communication should be filed on or before the Monday, a week before the meeting. 1. APPLICATION #03 -140 (403 -27 -049) — Appellant DUVALL, Site Location - 18325 Swarthmore Drive; - Appeal of an Administrative Decision to DENY a Tree Removal Permit at 18325 Swarthmore Drive to remove a large Redwood tree. The tree in question is a 161 -inch, mature Redwood and is located next to the driveway. (Tom SULLIVAN) (CONTINUED TO NEXT MEETING 3 -3) APPLICATION #04 -042 (386 -41 -040) Appellant CHIN, Applicant KENIGSBERG, 20067 Karn Circle; - Appeal of Administrative Design Review Application #04 -001 which proposes to construct a 225 square feet ground floor addition and a 167 square feet second story addition to an existing 2,900 square feet two -story home at 20067 Karn Circle. The property is 13,120 square feet and is zoned R- 1- 12,500. Appellant Chin, owner of an adjacent property, has filed an appeal of this application pursuant to Municipal Code Section 15- 45.065(c) after receiving a "Notice of Intent to Approve." (LATA VASUDEVAN) (APPEAL DENIED 6 -0) 3. APPLICATION #04 -014 (397 -13 -047) MURRAY, 14330 Chester Avenue; - The applicant requests Design Review approval to construct a new steeper roof and one -story additions to an existing single story residence. Both the additions and the new roof will be greater than 18 feet in height; therefore the project requires Planning Commission approval. The maximum height of the proposed roof and additions is 22.5 ft. The proposed residence including garage will be 5,482 square feet. Materials and colors include, a beige stucco exterior and brown tile roof. The gross lot size is 42,776 square feet. The property is zoned R -I 40,000. (CHRISTY OOSTERHOUS) (APPROVED 5 -0, NAGPAL ABSTAINED) DIRECTORS ITEM None COMMISSION ITEMS None COMMUNICATIONS VERBAL The City is advertising for volunteers to participate on a citizen advisory committee for the General Plan Land Use Element update. It is anticipated that the committee will meet over a two - year period with monthly or bi- monthly meetings. Interested persons should contact the planning department for more information. WRITTEN City Council Minutes from Regular Meetings on March 3, 2004 Correspondence from Vini Sarup ADJOURNMENT TO AT 10:45 PM TO THE NEXT MEETING Wednesday, April 28, 2004 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers /Civic Theater 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA If you would like to receive the Agenda's via e -mail, please send your e -mail address to planning @sarato ag ca.us CITY OF SARATOGA PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA DATE: Wednesday, March 10, 2004 - 7:00 p.m. PLACE: Council Chambers /Civic Theater, 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA TYPE: Regular Meeting ROLL CALL: Commissioners Cynthia Barry, Mohammad Garakani, Susie Nagpal, Michael Schallop, Mike Uhl, Ruchi Zutshi and Chair Jill Hunter ABSENT: None STAFF: Planner Oosterhous, Director Sullivan &z Minutes Clerk Shinn PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE MINUTES: Draft Minutes from Regular Planning Commission Meeting of January 28, 2004 (APPROVED 4 -0) and February 25, 2004. (APPROVED 5 -0) ORAL COMMUNICATIONS — Any member of the Public will be allowed to address the Planning Commission for up to three minutes on matters not on this agenda The law generally prohibits the Planning Commission from discussing or taking action on such items. However, the Planning Commission may instruct staff accordingly regarding Oral Communications under Planning Commission direction to Staff. REPORT OF POSTING AGENDA Pursuant to Government Code 54954.2, the agenda for this meeting was properly posted on March 4, 2004. REPORT OF APPEAL RIGHTS If you wish to appeal any decision on this Agenda, you may file an "Appeal Application" with the City Clerk within fifteen (15) calendar days of the date of the decision, pursuant to Municipal Code 15- 90.050 (b). In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Clerk at (408) 868 -1269 or ctclerk @saratoga.ca.us. Notification 48 hours prior to the meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to this meeting (28 CFR 35.102- 35.104 ADA Title II). CONSENT CALENDAR None PUBLIC HEARINGS All interested persons may appear and be heard at the above time and place. If you challenge a decision of the Planning Commission pursuant to a public hearing in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing(s) described in this agenda, or in written correspondence delivered to the Saratoga Planning Commission at, or prior to, the public hearing. In order to be included in the Planning Commission's information packets, written communication should be filed on or before the Monday, a week before the meeting. 1. APPLICATION #03 -278 (397 -15 -018, 397 -14 -022, 397 -13 -030) Verizon Wireless, West Valley College 14000 Fruitvale Avenue; - Request for use permit approval to remove 16 Metricom panel antennas and related equipment and to install 12 Verizon panel antennas, two GPS antennas, and an equipment enclosure at the Theater building on the West Valley College Campus. The theater building is currently utilized by AT&T, Nextel, and, Cingular wireless facilities (CHRISTY OOSTERHOUS). (APPROVED 5 -0 -2, BARRY &r ZUTSHI ABSTAIN) DIRECTORS ITEM Remind Commissioners that the meeting on March 24, 2004 is cancelled COMMISSION ITEMS None COMMUNICATIONS WRITTEN City Council Minutes from the Joint Meeting with the Arts Commission held on February 4, 2004 ADJOURNMENT TO AT 7:30 PM TO THE NEXT MEETING Wednesday, April 14, 2004 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers /Civic Theater 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA If you would like to receive the Agenda's via e -mail, please send your e -mail address to planning@saratoga.ca.us CITY OF SARATOGA PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION MINUTES DATE: Wednesday, February 25, 2004 - 7:00 p.m. PLACE: Council Chambers /Civic Theater, 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA TYPE: Regular Meeting ROLL_ CALL: Commissioners Cynthia Barry, Mohammad Garakani, Susie Nagpal, Michael Schallop, Mike Uhl, Ruchi Zutshi and Chair Jill Hunter ABSENT: Commissioners Barry &z Uhl STAFF: Planners Livingstone, Oosterhous &z Welsh, Director Sullivan and Minutes Clerk Shinn PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE MINUTES: Draft Minutes from Regular Planning Commission Meeting of January 28, 2004. (Continued to 3/11/04 due to lack of quorum) Draft Minutes from Regular Planning Commission Meeting of February 11, 2004. (Approved 5 -0) ORAL COMMUNICATIONS — Any member of the Public will be allowed to address the Planning Commission for up to three minutes on matters not on this agenda. The law generally prohibits the Planning Commission from discussing or taking action on such items. However, the Planning Commission may instruct staff accordingly regarding Oral Communications under Planning Commission direction to Staff. REPORT OF POSTING AGENDA Pursuant to Government Code 54954.2, the agenda for this meeting was properly posted on February 19, 2004. REPORT OF APPEAL RIGHTS If you wish to appeal any decision on this Agenda, you may file an "Appeal Application" with the City Clerk within fifteen (15) calendar days of the date of the decision, pursuant to Municipal Code 15- 90.050 (b). In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Clerk at (408) 868 -1269 or ctclerk @saratoga.ca.us. Notification 48 hours prior to the meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to this meeting (28 CFR 35.102- 35.104 ADA Title II). CONSENT CALENDAR None PUBLIC HEARINGS All interested persons may appear and be heard at the above time and place. If you challenge a decision of the Planning Commission pursuant to a public hearing in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing(s) described in this agenda, or in written correspondence delivered to the Saratoga Planning Commission at, or prior to, the public hearing. In order to be included in the Planning Commission's information packets, written communication should be filed on or before the Monday, a week before the meeting. 1. APPLICATION #03 -269 (397 -03 -057) ASHJAY,14403 Sobey Road; Request for design review approval to construct a ground floor addition of 303 square feet to an existing 5,346 square foot home. Pursuant to Municipal Code Section 15- 45.060(6), design review approval is required because the proposal will result in a total floor area of all structures on the property of more than 6,000 square feet. The property is 55,989 square feet and is zoned R -1 - 40,000. (LATH VASUDEVAN) (APPROVED 4 -1, GARAKANI OPPOSED) 2. APPLICATION #03 -273 (503 -27 -036) ESTAHBANATY, 14241 Paul Avenue; Request for design review approval to demolish the existing home and construct a 2,876 square foot two -story residence with a maximum height of 24 feet. The property is 7,500 square feet and is zoned R -1- 10,000. (CHRISTY OOSTERFHOUS) (APPROVED 5 -0) 3. APPLICATION #04 -002 - Rezoning Various Parcels for General Plan Consistency (517 -22 -004, 517 -20 -016, 517 -20 -021, 517 -19 -082, 517 -19 -083, 517 -19 -084, 517 -19 -085, 517 -18- 018, 517 -12 -020, 517 -12 -022, 517 -12 -021) Various Owners: 20152, 20161 Hill Avenue, 20170 Bonnie Brae, 28010, 28020, 28021, 28011, Audrey Smith Lane, 14931 Vickery Ave., 20500, 20550, 20568 Lomita Ave.; - A Zoning Ordinance amendment is proposed to maintain consistency between the General Plan and the Zoning Ordinance. The above referenced parcels are designated as RLD Residential Low Density, 2.18 dwelling units per acre in the General Plan. These parcels are currently zoned R -1, 40,000, which requires a minimum lot size of 40,000 square feet. The RLD designation in the General Plan dictates a minimum lot size of 20,000 square feet. Rezoning these parcels to R -1, 20,000 will restore consistency with the General Plan. Information regarding the proposed rezoning is available at the Community Development Department at 13777 Fruitvale Avenue. (ANN WELSH) (Continued from February 11, 2004) (DENIED 4 -0, HUNTER ABSTAIN) 4. APPLICATION #03 -183 (CITYWIDE) ZONING ORDINANCE AMEMDMENT REGARDING MIXED -USE DEVELOPMENT; - The proposed Zoning Ordinance Amendment establishes development standards for mixed -use developments in the Commercial and office zones of the City of Saratoga. A mixed -use development is one that has commercial or office along the street frontage and residential uses in the rear or on a second floor. This proposed amendment implements Programs 1.2 of the Saratoga Housing Element of the General Plan. (THOMAS SULLIVAN) (APPROVED 5 -0) DIRECTORS ITEM None COMMISSION ITEMS None COMMUNICATIONS WRITTEN Letters and photos from J. Thomas Roebuck Re: proposed winery at 19265 Monte Vista Drive, Saratoga Memo regarding status report on development application #02 -107 located at 14651 Big Basin Way. City Council Minutes from Special Meetings on January 24, 2004 ADJOURNMENT AT 9:00 PM TO NEXT MEETING Wednesday, March 10, 2004 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers /Civic Theater 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA CITY OF SARATOGA PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION MINUTES DATE: Wednesday, February 11, 2004 - 7:00 p.m. PLACE: Council Chambers /Civic Theater, 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA TYPE: Regular Meeting ROLLCALL: Conul-tissioners Cynthia Barry, Mohammad Garakani, Susie Nagpal, Michael Schallop, Mike Uhl, Ruchi Zutshi and Chair Jill Hunter ABSENT: Commissioner Schallop STAFF: Planner Livingstone, Director Sullivan and Minutes Clerk Shinn PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE MINUTES: Draft Minutes from Regular Planning Commission Meeting of January 28, 2004. (Continued to Meeting on February 25, 2004 due to Lack of Quorum) ORAL COMMUNICATIONS — Any member of the Public will be allowed to address the Planning Commission for up to three minutes on matters not on this agenda The law generally prohibits the Planning Commission from discussing or taking action on such items. However, the Plan ing Commission may instruct staff accordingly regarding Oral Communications under Planning Commission direction to Staff. REPORT OF POSTING AGENDA Pursuant to Government Code 54954.2, the agenda for this meeting was properly posted on February 5, 2004. REPORT OF APPEAL RIGHTS If you wish to appeal any decision on this Agenda, you may file an "Appeal Application" with the City Clerk within. fifteen (15) calendar clays of the date of the decision, pursuant to Municipal Code 15- 90.050 (b). In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Clerk at (408) 868 -1269 or ctclerk @saratoga.ca.us. Notification 48 hours prior to the meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to this meeting (28 CFR 35.102- 35.104 ADA Title II). CONSENT CALENDAR None PUBLIC HEARINGS All interested persons may appear and be heard at the above time and place. If you challenge a decision of the Planning Commission pursuant to a public hearing in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing(s) described in this agenda, or in written correspondence delivered to the Saratoga Planning Commission at, or prior to, the public hearing. In order to be included in the Planning Commission's information packets, written communication should be filed on or before the Monday, a week before the meeting. APPLICATION #03 -187 (517 -22 -003) - BORELLI, 20200 Hill Avenue; - Request for Modification of Building Plans and Development Conditions to change the previously approved new two story house to a one story house. Increase the floor area from 6,730 square feet to approximately 7,402 square feet including a three -car garage and a 3,089 square foot basement. The maximum building height of the residence will be reduced from 26 feet to approximately 22 feet 6 inches. The lot size is approximately 77,003 square feet net and the site is zoned R -1- 40,000. (JOHN LIVINGSTONE) (APPROVED 6 -0) 2. APPLICATION #04 -002 - Rezoning Various Parcels for General Plan Consistency (517 -22 -004, 517 -20 -016, 517 -20 -021, 517 -19 -082, 517 -19 -083, 517 -19 -084, 517 -19 -085, 517 -18- 018, 517 -12 -020, 517 -12 -022, 517 -12 -021) Various Owners: 20152, 20161 Hill Avenue; 20170 Bonnie Brae; 28010, 28020, 28021, 28011, Audrey Smith Lane; 14931 Vickery Ave.; 20500, 20550, 20568 Lomita Ave.; - A Zoning Ordinance amendment is proposed to maintain consistency between the General Plan and the Zoning Ordinance. The above referenced parcels are designated as RLD Residential Low Density, 2.18 dwelling units per acre in the General Plan. These parcels are currently zoned R -1, 40,000, which requires a minimum lot size of 40,000 square feet. The RLD designation in the General Plan dictates a minimum lot size of 20,000 square feet. Rezoning these parcels to R -1, 20,000 will restore consistency with the General Plan. Information regarding the proposed rezoning is available at the Community Development Department at 13777 Fruitvale Avenue. (ANN WELSH) (CONTINUED TO MEETING ON FEBRUARY 25, 2004 DUE TO NOTICING) DIRECTORS ITEM None COMMISSION ITEMS None COMMUNICATIONS WRITTEN City Council Minutes from Regular Meetings on January 7, 2004 ADJOURNMENT AT 8:45 PM TO THE NEXT MEETING Wednesday, February 25, 2004 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers /Civic Theater 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA If you would. like to receive the Agenda's via e -mail, please send your e -mail address to planning @sarato ag ca.us I r CITY OF SARATOGA PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION MINUTES DATE: Wednesday, January 28, 2004 - 7:00 p.m. PLACE: Council Chambers /Civic Theater, 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA TYPE: Regular Meeting ROLL CALL: Commissioners Cynthia Barry, Mohammad Garakani, Susie Nagpal, Michael Schallop, Mike Uhl, Ruchi Zutshi and Chair Jill Hunter ABSENT: Commissioners Garakani, Uhl, and Chair Hunter STAFF: Planners Livingstone &t Oosterhous, Director Sullivan and Minutes Clerk Shinn PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE MINUTES: Draft Minutes from Regular Planning Commission Meeting of January 14, 2004. (APPROVED 4 -0) ORAL COMMUNICATIONS — Any member of the Public will be allowed to address the Planning Commission for up to three minutes on matters not on this agenda. The law generally prohibits the Planning Commission from discussing or taking action on such items. However, the Planning Commission may instruct staff accordingly regarding Oral Communications under Planning Commission direction to Staff. REPORT OF POSTING AGENDA Pursuant to Government Code 54954.2, the agenda for this meeting was properly posted on January 22, 2004. REPORT OF APPEAL RIGHTS if you wish to appeal any decision on this Agenda, you may file an "Appeal Application" with the City Clerk within fifteen. (15) calendar days of the date of the decision, pursuant to Municipal Code 15- 90.050 (b). In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Clerk at (408) 868 -1269 or ctclerk @saratoga.ca.us. Notification 48 hours prior to the meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to this meeting (28 CFR 35.102- 35.104 ADA Title II). CONSENT CALENDAR 1. CAPITOL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM & GENERAL PLAN CONFORMITY FINDING; - The Saratoga Planning Commission will review and determine if the additions to the proposed 2003 -04 Capitol Improvement Program are consistent with the various goals, policies and programs of the City of Saratoga General Plan. (APPROVED 4 -0) PUBLIC HEARINGS All interested persons may appear and be heard at the above time and place. If you challenge a decision of the Planning Commission pursuant to a public hearing in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing(s) described in this agenda, or in written correspondence delivered to the Saratoga Planning Commission at, or prior to, the public hearing. In order to be included in the Planning Commission's information packets, written communication should be filed on or before the Monday, a week before the meeting. i 2. APPLICATION # 03 -201 (APN 503 -48 -029 and APN 503 -48 -028), located at and adjacent to 21170 Big Basin Way; - Request the Local Agency Formation Commission (LAFCO) to expand the City of Saratoga's Urban Service Area Boundary to include two new parcels, APN 503 -48 -029 and APN 503 -48 -028. (Continued from January 14, 2004) (JOHN LIVINGSTONE) (APPROVED 4 -0) 3. APPLICATION #03 -267 (389 -33 -007), MUELLER (Appellant), 19351 Athos Place: The City denied a tree removal permit for three Eucalyptus trees located at 19351 Athos Place. The property owner has appealed the denial. The trees are located in the side yard, toward the front of the residence. (CHRISTY OOSTERHOUS) (APPROVED 4 -0) 4. APPLICATION #03 -092 (397 -19 -024) - CHU, 19554 Three Oaks Way; - Request Design Review Approval to add 1,504 square feet to the existing 3,169 square foot house with an existing 434 square foot garage for a total floor area of 5,107 square feet. The addition includes a new 1,007 square foot second story addition to the existing house. The gross lot size is 40,140 square feet and zoned R -1- 40,000. The maximum height of the residence will be approximately 23 feet. (JOHN LIVINGSTONE) (APPROVED 4 -0) DIRECTORS ITEM None COMMISSION ITEMS None COMMUNICATIONS WRITTEN City Council Minutes from Regular Meetings on December 3, 2003 and December 17, 2003 ADJOURNMENT AT 8:15 PM TO THE NEXT MEETING Wednesday, February 11, 2004 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers /Civic Theater 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA If you would like to receive the Agenda's via e -mail, please send your e -mail address to planning@saratoga.ca.us t�. CITY OF SARATOGA PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION MINUTES DATE: Wednesday, January 14, 2004 - 7:00 p.m. PLACE: Council Chambers /Civic Theater, 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA TYPE: Regular Meeting ROLL CALL: Commissioners Cynthia Barry, Mohammad Garakani, Susie Nagpal, Michael Schallop, Mike Uhl, Ruchi Zutshi and Chair Jill Hunter Absent: Commissioner Hunter Staff.: Planners Livingstone &z Welsh, Director Sullivan and Minutes Clerk Shinn PLEDGE OFAI_LEGIANCE MINUTES: Draft Minutes from Regular Planning Commission Meeting of December 10, 2003. (APPROVED 5 -0 -1, UH.L ABSTAIN) ORAL COMMUNICATIONS — Any member of the Public will be allowed to address the Planning Commission for up to three minutes on matters not on this agenda. The law generally prohibits the Planning Commission from discussing or taking action on such items. However, the Planning Commission may instruct staff accordingly regarding Oral Communications under Planning Commission direction to Staff. REPORT OF POSTING AGENDA Pursuant to Government Code 54954.2, the agenda for this meeting was properly posted on January 8, 2004. REPORT OF APPEAL RIGHTS If you wish to appeal any decision on this Agenda, you may file an "Appeal Application" with the City Clerk within fifteen (15) calendar days of the date of the decision, pursuant to Municipal Code 15- 90.050 (b). In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Clerk at (408) 868 -1269 or ctclerk @s a ra toga. ca. us. Notification 48 hours prior to the meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to this meeting (28 CFR 35.102- 35.104 ADA Title II). CONSENT CALENDAR 1. APPLICATION #03 -266 (397 -16 -128) RAHIM, 14350 Taos Drive: The applicant's request for modifications to a previously approved Design Review was approved at the meeting on December 10, 2003. The resolution for this project is back to the Planning Commission for review and approval of the conditions. (THOMAS SULLIVAN) (APPROVED 6 -0) PUBLIC HEARINGS All interested persons may appear and be heard at the above time and place. If you challenge a decision of the Planning Commission pursuant to a public hearing in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing(s) described in this agenda, or in written correspondence delivered to the Saratoga Planning Commission at, or prior to, the public hearing. In order to be included in the Planning Commission's information packets, written communication should be filed on or before the Monday, a week before the meeting. En 2. APPLICATION #03 -201 (503 -48 -029 and 503 -48 -028), located at and adjacent to 21170 Big Basin Way; - Request the Local Agency Formation Commission (LAFCO) to expand the City of Saratoga's Urban Service Area Boundary to include two new parcels, APN 503 -48 -029 and APN 503 -48 -028. Recommend that the City Council Amend the City of Saratoga's General Plan to add the two new parcels to the General Plan with the designation of Residential Hillside Conservation (RHC). The area has already been Pre -zoned as a Residential Open Space District (ROS). Recommend that the City Council approve an Environmental Negative Declaration. (JOHN LIVINGSTON) (APPLICANT REQUESTED THIS ITEM BE CONTINUED TO JANUARY 28TH, APPROVED 6 -0) APPLICATION #03- 270, (CITYWIDE) — CITY OF SARATOGA; - Multiple Municipal Code Amendments are proposed to Chapter 14- Subdivision Regulations, Chapter 15 - Zoning Regulations and Chapter 16 - Building Code. The proposed amendments are intended to ensure that the City Code is consistent with the policies of the Santa Clara Valley Urban Runoff Pollution Prevention Program advocating using site design and source control measures to minimize storm water pollutant discharges to the maximum extent possible. Additionally, Municipal Code Amendments are proposed to Chapter 14- Subdivision Regulations related to Lot Line Adjustments and Building Site Approvals. (THOMAS SULLIVAN) (APPROVED 6 -0) DIRECTORS ITEM None COMMISSION ITEMS None COMMUNICATIONS None ADJOURNMENT AT 7:55 PM TO THE NEXT MEETING Wednesday, January 28, 2004 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers /Civic Theater 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA if you would like to receive the Agenda's via e -mail, please send your e -mail address to planning0c, sarato ag ca.us r. CITY OF SARATOGA PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION MINUTES DATE: Wednesday, December 10, 2003 - 7:00 p.m. PLACE: Council Chambers /Civic Theater, 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA TYPE: Regular Meeting ROLL CALL: Commissioners Cynthia Barry, Mohammad Garakani, Susie Nagpal, Michael Schallop, Mike Uhl, Ruchi Zutshi and Chair Jill Hunter ABSENT: Cgmmissioner Uhl STAFF: Planners Oosterhous &r Vasudevan, Director Sullivan and Minutes Clerk Shinn PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE MINUTES: Draft Minutes from Regular Planning Commission Meeting of November 12, 2003. (APPROVED 6 -0) ORAL COMMUNICATIONS — Any member of the Public will be allowed to address the Planning Commission for up to three minutes on matters not on this agenda. The law generally prohibits the Planning Commission from discussing or taking action on such items. However, the Planning Commission may instruct staff accordingly regarding Oral Communications under Planning Commission direction to Staff. REPORT OF POSTING AGENDA Pursuant to Government Code 54954.2, the agenda for this meeting was properly posted on December 4, 2003. REPORT OF APPEAL RIGHTS if you wish to appeal any decision on this Agenda, you may file an "Appeal Application" with the City Clerk within fifteen (15) calendar days of the date of the decision, pursuant to Municipal Code 15- 90.050 (b). In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Clerk at (408) 868 -1269 or ctclerk @s a ra toga. ca. us. Notification 48 hours prior to the meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to this meeting (28 CFR 35.102- 35.104 ADA Title II). CONSENT CALENDAR 1. CAPITOL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM &r GENERAL PLAN CONFORMITY FINDING; - The Saratoga Planning Commission will review and determine if the proposed 2003 -04 Capitol Improvement Program is consistent with the various goals, policies and programs of the City of Saratoga General Plan. (APPROVED 6 -0) PUBLIC HEARINGS All interested persons may appear and be heard at the above time and place. If you challenge a decision of the Planning Commission pursuant to a public hearing in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing(s) described in this agenda, or in written correspondence delivered to the Saratoga Planning Commission at, or prior to, the public hearing. In order to be included in the Planning Commission's information packets, written communication should /' be filed on or before the Monday, a week before the meeting. APPLICATION #03 -078 (503 -16 -022) CHEN, 13280 Pierce Road: The applicant requests design review approval to construct a two -story single - family residence with a maximum height of 25 ft, 10 inches. The proposed residence including garage will be 4,032 square feet. A 1,969 square foot basement is proposed. The gross lot size is 14,597 square feet and the property is zoned R -1- 40,000. The existing residence is to be demolished. (LATA VASUDEVAN) (APPROVED 6 -0) 3. APPLICATION #03 -167 (517- 22 -11) YANG, 20100 Bonnie Brae Lane: The applicant requests design review approval to construct a one -story single - family residence greater than 18 feet in height with a gross floor area that exceeds six thousand, therefore planning commission approval is required. The maximum height of the proposed residence is 23 ft, 6 inches. The proposed residence including garage will be 6,493 square feet. A 2,813 square foot basement is proposed. Materials and colors include a beige stucco exterior with orange clay tile roof. The gross lot size is 82,500 square feet. The property is zoned R -1 40,000. The existing residence is to be demolished. (CHRISTY OOSTERHOUS) (APPROVED 6 -0) 4. APPLICATION #03 -216 (393 -37 -029), LUN (Appellant), WANG (Applicant), 19932 Merribrook Drive: The City granted a tree removal permit for five redwood trees located at 19932 Merribrook Drive, the Wang property. A neighbor, Yong Lun, 19894 Merribrook Drive, has appealed the tree removal permit. The trees are located in the applicant's rear yard. The City Inspector issued the removal permit based on information from the applicant that previous limb breakage had occurred, which damaged a neighboring residence, located to the rear (east). The appellant resides to the right side or south of 19932 Merribrook Drive. (CHRISTY OOSTERHOUS) (UPHELD THE APPEAL Est DENIED REMOVAL OF TREES 6 -0) 5. APPLICATION #03 -266 (397 -16 -128) RAHIM, 14350 Taos Drive: The applicant request approval of modifications to a previously approved Design Review. Design Review #01 -011 was approved on July 25, 2001. The dwelling has been completed at this time. The applicant desires to eliminate architectural details such as stone veneer, window fenestration and other architectural details. (THOMAS SULLIVAN) (APPROVED 6 -0 MODIFICATION, RESOLUTION TO BE APPROVED ON CONSENT AT NEXT HEARING) DIRECTORS ITEM Remind Commissioners that the meeting on December 24 is cancelled COMMISSION ITEMS None ADJOURNMENT AT 9:40 PM TO THE NEXT MEETING Wednesday, January 14, 2004 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers /Civic Theater 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA If you would like to receive the Agenda's via e -mail, please send your e -mail address to 121anning@saratoga.ca.us CITY OF SARATOGA PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION MINUTES DATE: Wednesday, November 12, 2003 - 7:00 p.m. PLACE: Council Chambers /Civic Theater, 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA TYPE: Regular Meeting ROLL CALL: Conunissioners Cynthia Barry, Mohammad Garakani, Susie Nagpal, Michael Schallop, Mike Uhl, Ruchi Zutshi and Chair Jill Hunter ABSENT: Commissioners Nagpal &r Schallop STAFF: Planners Oosterhous & Livingstone, Director Sullivan and Minutes Clerk Shinn PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE MINUTES: Draft Minutes from Regular Planning Commission Meeting of October 22, 2003. (Approved 4 -0 -1, Barry Abstained) ORAL COMMUNICATIONS — Any member of the Public will be allowed to address the Planning Commission for up to three minutes on matters not on this agenda. The law generally prohibits the Planning Commission from discussing or taking action on such items. However, the Planning Commission may instruct staff accordingly regarding Oral Communications under Planning Commission direction to Staff. REPORT OF POSTING AGENDA Pursuant to Government Code 54954.2, the agenda for this meeting was properly posted on November 6, 2003. REPORT OF APPEAL RIGHTS If you wish to appeal any decision on this Agenda, you may file an "Appeal Application" with the City Clerk within fifteen (15) calendar days of the date of the decision, pursuant to Municipal Code 15- 90.050 (b). In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Clerk at (408) 868 -1269 or ctclerk @sarato ag ca.us. Notification 48 hours prior to the meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to this meeting (28 CFR 35.102- 35.104 ADA Title II). CONSENT CALENDAR APPLICATION #03 -221, (386 -52 -020) FRAZIER (Appellant), MIKUESSEX PROPERTIES (Applicant), 20305 Seagull Way; Appeal of Administrative Design Review Application #03- 151; A neighbor has filed an appeal of an administrative design review application to substantially remodel and construct additions to an existing two -story residence. The applicant proposes a 1,315 square foot addition on the ground floor and a 93 square foot addition on the second floor. The property is 11,598 square feet and is zoned R -1- 10,000. Appellant Frazier has filed an appeal of this application pursuant to Municipal Code Section 15- 45.065(c) after receiving a "Notice of Intent to Approve." The motion at the October 22, 2003 Planning Commission Public Hearing resulted in a tie vote of 3- 3- 1 (Commissioner Barry absent). Therefore, this item is placed on the agenda for a deciding vote to either support the appeal, or deny the appeal and approve Administrative Design Review Application #03 -151. (LATA VASUDEVAN) (APPEAL DENIED 5 -0) APPLICATION #03 -211 (503 -69 -030) — CURRY (Appellant), CONSTANTINO (Applicant) — 21851 Via Regina; - Appeal of an Administrative Decision to issue a Tree Removal Permit to remove two Eucalyptus trees. The two Eucalyptus trees are approximately 3 feet and 11 feet in circumference. They are located at the periphery of the property. The motion made at the October 8, 2003 Planning Commission Public Hearing resulted in a tie vote of 3 -3 -1 (Commissioner Uhl absent); therefore, thi, m has been placed on the consent aL la for a deciding vote to either approve or deny the appeal. (CHRISTY OOSTERHOUS) (APPEAL DENIED 5 -0) PUBLIC HEARINGS All interested persons may appear and be heard at the above time and place. If you challenge a decision of the Planning Commission pursuant to a public hearing in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing(s) described in this agenda, or in written correspondence delivered to the Saratoga Planning Commission at, or prior to, the public hearing. In order to be included in the Planning Commission's information packets, written communication should be filed on or before the Monday, a week before the meeting. 3. APPLICATION #03 -184, (393 -18 -010) Appeal of Administrative Decision; SAADAT (Appellant), Hamid Saadat, property owner 19681 Junipero Way, has filed an appeal of an administrative decision which requires the following: replacement trees, a cash payment, and tree removal costs for a neighbor's tree which was rendered unstable as a result of the appellant's actions. The administrative decision was made after the appellant caused severe root damage to several trees. (CHRISTY OosTERHOUS) (APPEAL DENIED 5 -0) 4. APPLICATION # 03 -100 (397 -19 -027) - CILKER, 15143 Alondra Lane; - Request Design Review Approval to construct a new one -story 5,972 square foot house with a 1,100 square foot basement. The gross lot size is 40,719 square feet and zoned R -1- 40,000. The maximum height of the residence will be 26 feet. (JOHN LIVINGSTONE) (APPROVED 4 -1, HUNTER OPPOSED) 5. APPLICATION #02 -182 (389 -14 -037) DORCICH ORCHARD SUBDIVISION, 13089 Quito Road; - Request for Planning Commission approval of a revised plan for a six lot subdivision of the 1.97 acre property located at the corner of Quito Road and Martha Drive. The R -1, 10,000 zoned parcel would be subdivided into lots ranging from 11,118 square feet to 13,371 square feet. The 'six lots would take access from the proposed private cul -de -sac. The existing historic farmhouse would be restored and moved onto Lot 4, which is at the end of the cul -de -sac. (ANN WELSH) (APPROVED 5 -0) 6. APPLICATION #03 -233 (C -N ZONE BOUNDED BY LAWRENCE EXPRESSWAY AND PROSPECT AVENUE) Zoning Ordinance Amendment; City of Saratoga. The Saratoga Zoning Regulations expressly prohibit drive through windows in all commercial zones. The City Council has determined that there is sufficient reason to direct the Planning Commission to conduct a public hearing and report back their findings regarding the creation of an Overlay Zone that would allow drive through facilities in the CN Zone bounded by Lawrence Expressway and Prospect Avenue. (Tom SULLIVAN) (APPROVED 5 -0) DIRECTORS ITEM Remind Commissioners that the meeting on November 26 is cancelled COMMISSION ITEMS None ADJOURNMENT AT 10:45 PM TO THE NEXT MEETING Wednesday, December 10, 2003, at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers /Civic Theater 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA If you would like to receive the Agenda's via e -mail, please send your e -mail address to planning @sarato ag ca.us CITY OF SARATOGA PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION MINUTES DATE: Wednesday, October 22, 2003 - 7:00 p.m. PLACE: Council Chambers /Civic Theater, 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA TYPE: Regular Meeting ROLL CALL: Commissioners Cynthia Barry, Mohammad Garakani, Susie Nagpal, Michael Schallop, Mike Uhl, Ruchi Zutshi and Chair Jill Hunter ABSENT: Commissioner Barry STAFF: Planners Livingstone, Oosterhous &z Vasudevan, Director Sullivan and Minutes Clerk Shinn PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE MINUTES: Draft Minutes from Regular Planning Commission Meeting of October S, 2003. (APPROVED 6 -0) ORAL COMMUNICATIONS — Any member of the Public will be allowed to address the Planning Commission for up to three minutes on matters not on this agenda The law generally prohibits the Planning Commission from discussing or taking action on such items. However, the Planning Commission may instruct staff accordingly regarding Oral Communications under Planning Commission direction to Staff. REPORT OF POSTING AGENDA Pursuant to Government Code 54954.2, the agenda for this meeting was properly posted on October 16, 2003. REPORT OF APPEAL RIGHTS If you wish to appeal any decision on this Agenda, you may file an "Appeal Application" with the City Clerk within fifteen (15) calendar days of the date of the decision, pursuant to Municipal Code 15- 90.050 (b). CONSENT CALENDAR None PUBLIC HEARINGS All interested persons may appear and be heard at the above time and place. If you challenge a decision of the Planning Commission pursuant to a public hearing in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing(s) described in this agenda, or in written correspondence delivered to the Saratoga Planning Commission at, or prior to, the public hearing. In order to be included in the Planning Commission's information packets, written communication should be filed on or before the Monday, a week before the meeting. 1. APPLICATION #03 -164 (510 -06 -013) SIDDIQI,19102 Austin Way; Request for design review approval to construct a 5,476 square foot one story residence. The maximum height of the proposed one story residence is 23 feet. The site is zoned R -1 40,000 and the lot size is 47,045 square feet. (CHRISTY OOSTERHOUS) (APPROVED 6 -0) i APPLICATION #03 -221, (386 -52 -020) FRAZIER (Appellant), MIKL /ESSEX PROPERTIES (Applicant), 20305 Seagull Way; Appeal of Administrative Design Review Application #03- 151; A neighbor has filed an appeal of an administrative design review application to substantially remodel and construct additions to an existing two -story residence. The applicant proposes a 1,315 square foot addition on the ground floor and a 93 square foot addition on the second floor. The property is 11,598 square feet and is zoned R- 1- 10,000. Appellant Frazier has filed an appeal of this application pursuant to Municipal Code Section 15- 45.065(c) after receiving a "Notice of Intent to Approve." (LATA VASUDFVAN) (TIED 3 -3, HUNTER, NAGPAL CSC SCHALLOP TO DENY APPEAL, VOTE OF 6 -0 ON MOTION TO SUBMIT A LANDSCAPE PLAN) 3. APPLICATION #03 -159 (503 -27 -029) ESTAHBANATY, 14250 Elva Avenue; Request for design review approval to demolish the existing home and construct a 2,876 square foot two -story residence with a maximum height of 24 feet. The property is 7,500 square feet and is zoned R -1- 10,000. (LATA VASUDFVAN) (APPROVED 6 -0) 4. APPLICATION #03 -215 (393 -26 -040) INGLE,19817 Braemar Drive; The applicant has filed an appeal from an administrative decision denying approval of a newly constructed retaining wall located within the front yard of the above noted property. The 55 -foot long concrete block wall ranges from 26 inches to 75 inches in height across the front of the property, which is located in the R- 1,10,000 District. (ANN WELSH) (UPHOLD DENIAL 6 -0) DIRECTORS ITEM None COMMISSION ITEMS None COMMUNICATIONS WRITTEN City Council Minutes from Regular Meetings on September 17, 2003. ADJOURNMENT AT 9:45 PM TO THE NEXT MEETING Wednesday, November 12, 2003, at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers /Civic Theater 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA if you would like to receive the Agenda's via e -mail, please send your e -mail address to I?1annjLig@saratoga.ca.us CITY OF SARATOGA PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION MINUTES DATE: Wednesday, October 8, 2003 - 7:00 p.m. PACE: Council Chambers /Civic Theater, 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA TYPE: Regular Meeting ROLL CALL: Commissioners Cynthia Barry, Mohammad Garakani, Susie Nagpal, Michael Schallop, Mike Uhl, Ruchi Zutshi and Chair Jill Hunter ABSENT: Commissioner Uhl STAFF: Planners Livingstone &r Oosterhous, Director Sullivan and Minutes Clerk Shinn PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE MINUTES: Draft Minutes from Regular Planning Commission Meeting of September 24, 2003. (APPROVED 6 -0) ORAL COMMUNICATIONS — Any member of the Public will be allowed to address the Planning Commission for up to three minutes on matters not on this agenda. The law generally prohibits the Planning Commission from discussing or taking action on such items. However, the Planning Commission may instruct staff accordingly regarding Oral Communications under Planning Commission direction to Staff. REPORT OF POSTING AGENDA Pursuant to Government Code 54954.2, the agenda for this meeting was properly posted on October 2, 2003. REPORT OF APPEAL RIGHTS If you wish to appeal any decision on this Agenda, you may file an "Appeal Application" with the City Clerk within fifteen (15) calendar days of the date of the decision, pursuant to Municipal Code 15- 90.050 (b). CONSENT CALENDAR None PUBLIC HEARINGS All interested persons may appear and be heard at the above time and place. If you challenge a decision of the Planning Commission pursuant to a public hearing in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing(s) described in this agenda, or in written correspondence delivered to the Saratoga Planning Commission at, or prior to, the public hearing. In order to be included in the Planning Commission's information packets, written communication should be filed on or before the Monday, a week before the meeting. 1. APPLICATION #03 -195 (510 -01 -003) QUICKE, 19892 Mendelsohn Lane; Request for design modification to a previously approved project. Specifically, the modification is to the tower element, which is at the rotation point of the structure. The plans approved by the Planning Commission on November 21, 2000 had smooth exterior walls with no window glazing. The height of the tower element has increased and there are now windows. (Continued from Meeting on September 24, 2003) (Tom SULLIVAN) (APPROVED 6 -0 WITH CONDITIONS) 2. APPLICATION #03- 211(503 -69 -030) — Appellant CURRY, Site Location — 21851 Via Regina; - Appeal of an Administrative Decision to issue a Tree Removal Permit to remove two Eucalyptus trees. The two Eucalyptus trees are approximately 3 feet and 11 feet in circumference. They are located at the periphery of the property. (CHRISTY OOSTERHOUS) (TIED 3 -3, GARAKANI, NAGPAL &c SCHALLOP OPPOSED. Pursuant to Article 2- 15.040, Rejected motions and evenly split votes, this matter will he placed on the next Agenda and heard when all 7 Commissioners are present) APPLICATION #03 -182 (397 -04 -026) - FORMICO, 14456 Sobey Road; - The Applicant Requests Modification of Building Plans and Development Conditions to add a circular driveway to the proposed project. The gross lot size is approximately 61,855 square feet and zoned R -1- 40,000. (JOHN LIVINGSTONE) (APPROVED 6 -0) 4. APPLICATION #03 -183 (CITYWIDE) ZONING ORDINANCE AMEMDMENT REGARDING MIXED -USE DEVELOPMENT; - The proposed Zoning Ordinance Amendment establishes development standards for mixed -use developments in the Commercial and office zones of the City of Saratoga. A mixed -use development is one that has commercial or office along the street frontage and residential uses in the rear or on a second floor. This proposed amendment implements Programs 1.2 of the Saratoga Housing Element of the General Plan. (Tom SULLIVAN) (CONTINUED TO DATE UNCERTAIN) DIRECTORS ITEM None COMMISSION ITEMS Discussion of Application #03 -02 -182, Sagarchi, 13089 Quito Road, and whether this project still requires a Study Session with the Planning Commission. (NO STUDY SESSION NECESSARY) COMMUNICATIONS WRITTEN City Council Minutes from Regular Meetings on September 3, 2003 ADJOURNMENT AT 10:40 PM TO THE STUDY SESSION Wednesday, October 22, 2003, at 5:00 p.m. in the Administrative Conference Room 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA If you would like to receive the Agenda's via e -mail, please send your e -mail address to planning @sarato a; ca.us CITY OF SARATOGA PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION MINUTES DATE: Wednesday, September 24, 2003 - 7:00 p.m. PLACE: Council Chambers /Civic Theater, 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA TYPE: Regular Meeting ROLLCALL: Commissioners Cynthia Barry, Mohammad Garakani, Susie Nagpal, Michael Schallop, Mike Uhl, Ruchi Zutshi and Chair Jill Hunter ABSENT: None STAFF: Planner. Oosterhous, Director Sullivan and Minutes Clerk Shinn PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE MINUTES: Draft Minutes from Regular Planning Commission Meeting of September 10, 2003.(APPROVED 7 -0) ORAL COMMUNICATIONS — Any member of the Public will be allowed to address the Planning Commission for up to three minutes on matters not on this agenda. The law generally prohibits the Planning Commission from discussing or taking action on such items. However, the Plann ing Commission may instruct staff accordingly regarding Oral Communications underPlanning Commission direction to Staff. REPORT OF POSTING AGENDA Pursuant to Government Code 54954.2, the agenda for this meeting was properly posted on September 18, 2003. REPORT OF APPEAL RIGHTS If you wish to appeal any decision on this Agenda, you may file an "Appeal Application" with the City Clerk within fifteen (15) calendar clays of the date of the decision, pursuant to Municipal Code 15- 90.050 (b). CONSENT CALENDAR None PUBLIC HEARINGS All interested persons may appear and be heard at the above time and place. If you challenge a decision of the Planning Commission pursuant to a public hearing in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing(s) described in this agenda, or in written correspondence delivered to the Saratoga Planning Commission at, or prior to, the public hearing. In order to be included in the Planning Commission's information packets, written communication should be filed on or before the Monday, a week before the meeting. APPLICATION #03 -116 (397 -26 -002) RAISSI, 14195 Saratoga Avenue; Request for design review approval to construct a two -story residence, a detached second dwelling unit, a detached three -car garage, and a basement which is to be located under the main residence. The maximum height of the residence is 21 ft 8 inches. The proposed floor area of the main residence is 2,380 square feet. The project includes the demolition of the two existing buildings, a one -story residence and a detached garage with living space. The property is zoned R -1 12,500. The property is located along Heritage Lane and the Heritage Preservation Commission has reviewed and approved the proposal. (CHRISTY OOSTERHOUS) (APPROVED 7 -0) 2. APPLICATION #03 -195 (510 -01 -003) QUICKE, 19892 Mendelsohn Lane; Request for design modification to a previously approved project. Specifically, the modification is to the tower element, which is at the rotation point of the structure. The plans approved by the Planning Commission on November 21, 2000 had smooth exterior walls with no window glazing. The height of the tower element has increased and there are now windows. (THOMAS SULLIVAN) (Applicant requests this item be continued to meeting on October 8, 2003.) (APPROVED TO CONTINUE 7 -0) 3. APPLICATION #03 -176, (CITYWIDE) — CITY OF SARATOGA; - Multiple Zoning Ordinance Amendments updating and expanding Section 15 -06: Definitions, of the Saratoga Code. The proposed amendments to Article 15 -06 provide for consistency between ordinance requirements and long time practices as well as simplifying the rules. (THOMAS SULLIVAN) (CONTINUED FROM MEETING ONSEPTEMBER 10, 2003) (APPROVED 7-0) DIRECTORS ITEM None COMMISSION ITEMS None COMMUNICATIONS None ADJOURNMENT AT 9:15 PM TO NEXT MEETING Wednesday, October 8, 2003, at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers /Civic Theater 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA If you would like to receive the Agenda's via e -mail, please send your e -mail address to planning@saratoga.ca.us f CITY OF SARATOGA PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION MINUTES DATE: Wednesday, September 10, 2003 - 7:00 p.m. PLACE: Council Chambers /Civic Theater, 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA T�'PE: Regular. Meeting ROLL CALL: Commissioners Cynthia Barry, Mohanunad Garakani, Susie Nagpal, Michael Schallop, Mike Uhl, Ruchi Zutshi and Chair Jill Hunter ABSENT: None STAFF: Planners Oosterhous &r Welsh, Director Sullivan and Minutes Clerk Shinn PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE MINUTES: Draft Minutes from Regular Planning Commission Meeting of August 27, 2003. (APPROVED 6 -0 -1, SCHALLOP ABSTAINED) ORAL COMMUNICATIONS — Any member of the Public will be allowed to address the Planning Commission for up to three minutes on matters not on this agenda. The law generally prohibits the Planning Commission from discussing or taking action on such items. However, the Planning Commission may instruct staff accordingly regarding Oral Communications underPlanningCommission direction to Staff. REPORT OF POSTING AGENDA Pursuant to Government Code 54954.2, the agenda for this meeting was properly posted on September 4, 2003. REPORT OF APPEAL RIGHTS If you wish to appeal any decision on this Agenda, you may file an "Appeal Application" with the City Clerk within fifteen (15) calendar clays of the date of the decision, pursuant to Municipal Code 15- 90.050 (b). CONSENT CALENDAR RESOLUTION OF APPROVAL #03 -035, APPLICATION #03 -150 - ALAIN PINEL REALTORS, 12772 Saratoga - Sunnyvale Road; Staff has prepared a resolution of approval for adoption by the Planning Commission following their motion at the August 27, 2003 meeting to permit black lettering and a gold logo for Alain Pinel Realtors, a tenant at the Saratoga Oaks Center. (CHRISTY OOSTERHOUS) (APPROVED 6 -0 -1, SCHALLOP ABSTAINED) PUBLIC HEARINGS All interested persons may appear and be heard at the above time and place. If you challenge a decision of the Planning Commission pursuant to a public hearing in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing(s) described in this agenda, or in written correspondence delivered to the Saratoga Planning Commission at, or prior to, the public hearing. In order to be included in the Planning Commission's information packets, written communication should be filed on or before the Monday, a week before the meeting. 2. APPLICATION #03 -146 (397 -19 -013) AHN, 19615 Saratoga -Los Gatos Road; - The applicant requests design review approval to construct a one -story single - family residence greater than 18 feet in height, which requires Planning Commission approval. The maximum height of the proposed residence is 24 ft. The proposed residence including garage will be 5,482 square feet. Materials and colors include, a beige stucco exterior and brown tile roof. The gross lot size is 42,776 square feet. The property is zoned R -1 40,000 and the lot is triangular in shape. (CHRISTY OOSTERHOUS) (APPROVED 6 -1, GARAKANI OPPOSED) 3. APPLICATION #03 -150 (393 -21 -006) AT&T Wireless, 13000 Glen Brae Drive; - Request for use permit approval to install six panel antennas and an equipment enclosure at the location of an existing utility lattice tower near Congress Springs Park along the railroad tracks at Glen Brae Drive and Chardonnay Court. Irrigation and landscaping are proposed. (CHRISTY OOSTERHOUS) (APPROVED 7 -0) 4. APPLICATION #02 -182 (389 -14 -037) DORCICH ORCHARD SUBDIVISION, 13089 Quito Road; - Request for Planning Commission approval of a seven. lot subdivision of the 1.97 acre property located at the corner of Quito Road and Martha Drive. The R -1, 10, 000 zoned parcel would be subdivided into lots ranging from 10,072 square feet to 12,356 square feet. Six of the lots would take access from the proposed private cul -de -sac. The seventh lot would take access from McFarland Street if a lot line change were approved for Lot 3. The existing historic farmhouse would be restored and moved onto Lot 4, which is at the end of the cul -de -sac. (ANN WELSH) (DIRECTION FOR RESUBMITTAL WITH A MAXIMUM OF 6 LOTS, NEIGHBORHOOD MEETING AND A STUDY SESSION, 7 -0) 5. APPLICATION #03 -176, (CITYWIDE) - CITY OF SARATOGA; - Multiple Zoning Ordinance Amendments updating and expanding Section 15 -06: Definitions, of the Saratoga Code. The proposed amendments to Article 15 -06 provide for consistency between ordinance requirements and long time practices as well as simplifying the rules. (THOMAS SULLIVAN) (APPROVED TO CONTINUE TO SEPTEMBER 24,2003,7-0) DIRECTORS ITEM None COMMISSION ITEMS None COMMUNICATIONS WRITTEN City Council Minutes from Regular Meetings on August 6, 2003 ADJOURNMENT AT 10:30 PM TO THE NEXT MEETING Wednesday, September 24, 2003, at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers /Civic Theater 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA If you would like to receive the Agenda's via e -mail, please send your e -mail address to pl�m.n.iii6y@saratoga.ca.us ?` CITY OF SARATOGA PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA DATE: Wednesday, August 27, 2003 - 7:00 p.m. PLACE: Council Chambers /Civic Theater, 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA TYPE: Regular Meeting ROLLCALL: Connmissioners Cynthia Barry, Moharmnad Garakani, Susie Nagpal, Michael Schallop, Mike Uhl, Ruchi Zutshi and Chair Jill Hunter ABSENT: Commissioner Schallop Staff.: Planner Oosterhous, Director Sullivan, and Minutes Clerk Shinn PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE MINUTES: Draft Minutes from Regular Planning Commission Meeting of July 23, 2003. (Approved 5 -0 -1, Garakani Abstain) ORAL COMMUNICATIONS — Any member of the Public will be allowed to address the Planning Commission for up to three minutes on matters not on this agenda. The law generally prohibits the Planning Commission from discussing or taking action on such items. However, the Planning Commission may instruct staff accordingly regarding Oral Communications under Planning Commission direction to Staff. REPORT OF POSTING AGENDA Pursuant to Govern vent Code 54954.2, the agenda for this meeting was properly posted on August 21, 2003. REPORT OF APPEAL RIGHTS If you wish to appeal any decision on this Agenda, you may file an "Appeal Application" with the City Clerk within fifteen (15) calendar clays of the date of the decision, pursuant to Municipal Code 15- 90.050 (b). CONSENT CALENDAR None PUBLIC HEARINGS All interested persons may appear and be heard at the above time and place. If you challenge a decision of the Planning Commission pursuant to a public hearing in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing(s) described in this agenda, or in written correspondence delivered to the Saratoga Planning Commission at, or prior to, the public hearing. In order to be included in the Planning Commission's information packets, written communication should be filed on or before the Monday, a week before the meeting. 1. APPLICATION #03 -150, ALAIN PINEL REALTORS: Appeal of An Administrative Decision; Alain Pinel Realtors located in the Saratoga Oaks Shopping Center near the intersection of Cox Avenue and Saratoga - Sunnyvale Road has filed an appeal of an administrative decision made pursuant to Municipal Code Section 15- 30.070, Criteria for review of application. The administrative decision included the denial of a sign permit, which was not in compliance with the sign program for the center. (CHRISTINE OOSTERHOUS) (APPROVED 6 -0) _♦ DIRECTORS ITEM None COMMISSION ITEMS The Planning Commission has requested a discussion regarding an existing generator located at 14038 Chester Avenue. POSSIBLE FUTURE ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT REQUIRING A USE PERMIT) COMMUNICATIONS WRITTEN City Council Minutes from Regular Meetings on June 18, 2003, July 2, 2003 and July 16, 2003. ADJOURNMENT AT 8:45 PM TO THE NEXT MEETING Wednesday, September 10, 2003, at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers /Civic Theater 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA If you would like to receive the Agenda's via e -mail, please send your e -mail. address to planning @saratoga.ca.us CITY OF SARATOGA PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION MINUTES DATE: Wednesday, July 23, 2003 - 7:00 p.m. PLACE: Council Chambers /Civic Theater, 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA TYPE: Regular Meeting ROLL CALL: Commissioners Cynthia Barry, Mohammad Garakani, Susie Nagpal, Michael Schallop, Mike Uhl, Ruchi Zutshi and Chair Jill Hunter Absent: Commissioner Garakani Staff: Planners Livingstone &r Oosterhous, Director Sullivan and Minutes Clerk Shinn PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE MINUTES: Draft Minutes from Regular Planning Commission Meeting of July 9, 2003. (APPROVED 6 -0) ORAL COMMUNICATIONS — Any member of the Public will be allowed to address the Planning Commission for up to three minutes on matters not on this agenda. The law generally prohibits the Planning Commission from discussing or taking action on such items. However, the.Planning Commission may instruct staff accordingly regarding Oral Communications under Planning Commission direction to Staff. REPORT OF POSTING AGENDA Pursuant to Government Code 54954.2, the agenda for this meeting was properly posted on July 17, 2003. REPORT OF APPEAL RIGHTS If you wish to appeal any decision on this Agenda, you may file an "Appeal Application" with the City Clerk within fifteen (15) calendar days of the date of the decision, pursuant to Municipal Code 15- 90.050 (b). CONSENT CALENDAR None PUBLIC HEARINGS All interested persons may appear and be heard at the above time and place. If you challenge a decision of the Planning Commission pursuant to a public hearing in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing(s) described in this agenda, or in written correspondence delivered to the Saratoga Planning Commission at, or prior to, the public hearing. In order to be included in the Planning Commission's information packets, written communication should be filed on or before the Monday, a week before the meeting. 1. APPLICATION x#03 -019 (503 -82 -027 and 028) - SHARMA, 13095 Paramount Court; - Request Design Review Approval to construct a new one -story 6,141 square foot house with a 2,081 basement on a vacant lot. The gross lot size is 47,288 square feet and zoned R -1- 40,000. The maximum height of the residence will be approximately 23 1/2 feet. Continued from meeting on July 9, 2003 UGHNLIVINGSTONE) (APPROVED 6 -0) a 2. APPLICATION #03 -140 (403 -27 -030) - Appellant CORSON, Site Location - 18325 Swathmore Drive; - Appeal of an Administrative Decision to issue a Tree Removal Permit at 18325 to remove a large Redwood tree. The tree in question is a 161 -inch, mature Redwood and is located next to the driveway. Continued from meeting on July 9, 2003 (THOMAS SULLIVAN) (APPEAL APPROVED 5 -1, SCHALLOP OPPOSED) APPLICATION #03 -131 (397 -07 -039) - SHARMA, 15211 Sobey Road; - Request for Design. Review Approval to construct a two -story residence and attached three -car garage. More than 50% of the existing two -story residence will be demolished; therefore, the project is considered a new two -story residence. The proposed residence including garage will be 5,842 square feet. A stucco exterior siding and a concrete tile roof material are proposed. The gross lot size is 60,661 square feet. The property is zoned R 140,000. (CHRISTINE OOSTERHOUS) (APPROVED 6 -0) 4. APPLICATION #02 -129 (503 -28 -011) - ABACHIZADEH, 20981 Canyon View Drive; - The applicant Requests Design Review Approval to add 1,422 square feet to the existing house. The addition includes 400 square feet for the conversion of a carport to a garage. The gross lot size is 9,200 square feet and zoned R- 1- 10,000. (JOHN LIVINGSTONE) (APPROVED 6 -0) DIRECTORS ITEM Remind Commissioners that the Meeting on August 13, 2003 is cancelled COMMISSION ITEMS None COMMUNICATIONS WRITTEN City Council Minutes from Regular Meetings on May 21, 2003 and June 4, 2003 ADJOURNMENT AT 10:27 PM TO SPECIAL JOINT MEETING WITH HERITAGE PRESERVATION COMMISSION Tuesday August 5, 2003, at 9:00 a.m. at the Saratoga Historical Museum 20450 Saratoga -Los Gatos Road, Saratoga, CA If you would like to receive the Agenda's via e -mail, please send your e -mail address to plannin « sg arato a.ca.us r CITY OF SARATOGA PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION MINUTES DATE: Wednesday, July 9, 2003 - 7:00 p.m. PLACE: Council Chambers /Civic Theater, 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA TYPE: Regular Meeting ROLLCALL: Commissioners Cynthia Barry, Mohammad Garakani, Susie Nagpal, Michael Schallop, Mike Uhl, Ruchi Zutshi and Chair]ill Hunter ABSENT: None STAFF: Planner Vasudevan, Director Sullivan and Minutes Clerk Shinn PLEDG E OF ALLEGIANCE MINUTES: Draft Minutes from Regular Planning Commission Meeting of June 25, 2003. (APPROVED 6 -0 -1 HUNTER ABSTAINED) ORAL COMMUNICATIONS — Any member of the Public will be allowed to address the Planning Commission for up to three minutes on matters not on this agenda. The law generally prohibits the Planning Commission from discussing or taking action on such items. However, the Planning Commission may instruct staff accordingly regarding Oral Communications under Planning Commission direction to Staff. REPORT OF POSTING AGENDA Pursuant to Government Code 54954.2, the agenda for this meeting was properly posted on July 3, 2003. REPORT OF APPEAL RIGHTS If you wish to appeal any decision on this Agenda, you may file an "Appeal Application" with the City Clerk within fifteen (15) calendar days of the date of the decision, pursuant to Municipal Code 15- 90.050 (b). CONSENT CALENDAR None PUBLIC HEARINGS All interested persons may appear and be heard at the above time and place. If you challenge a decision of the Planning Commission pursuant to a public hearing in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing(s) described in this agenda, or in written correspondence delivered to the Saratoga Planning Commission at, or prior to, the public hearing. In order to be included in the Planning Commission's information packets, written communication should be filed on or before the Monday, a week before the meeting. 1. APPLICATION #03 -040 (APN 503 -53 -030) — TRAN, 13622 Saraview Drive; - Continued from 5/28/03 Public Hearing. Request for Design Review approval to construct a new single story home that will have a maximum height of 21 feet — 5 inches. The total floor area of the new home with an attached 3 -car garage will be 4,515 square feet. The lot is 20,515 square feet and is located in the R -1- 40,000 zoning district. (LATH VASUDEVAN) (APPROVED 7 -0) rA APPLICATION #03 -019 (503 -82 -027 and 028) - SHARMA, 13095 Paramount Court; - Request Design Review Approval to construct a new one -story 6,141 square foot house with a 2,081 basement on a vacant lot. The gross lot size is 47,288 square feet and zoned R -1- 40,000. The maximum height of the residence will be approximately 23 V2 feet. (JOHN LivINGSTONE) (APPROVED TO CONTINUE 7 -0 TO JULY 23, 2003) 3. APPLICATION #03 -140 (403 -27 -030) — Appellant CORSON, Site Location - 18372 Swarthmore Drive; - Appeal of an Administrative Decision to issue a Tree Removal Permit at 18372 to remove a large Redwood tree. The tree in question is a 161 - inch, mature Redwood and is located next to the driveway. (THOMAS SULLIVAN) (Appellant has requested this Item be continued tojuly 23,2003) (APPROVED TO CONTINUE 7 -0 TO JULY 23, 2003) DIRECTORS ITEM None COMMISSION ITEMS None COMMUNICATIONS WRITTEN City Council Minutes from Regular Meetings on May 21, 2003 ADJOURNMENT AT 7:40 PM TO THE NEXT MEETING Wednesday, July 23, 2003, at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers /Civic Theater 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA If you would.l.ike to receive the Agenda's via e -mail, please send. your e -mail. address to planning @saratoga.ca.us CITY OF SARATOGA PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION MINUTES DATE: Wednesday, June 25, 2003 - 7:00 p.m. PLACE: Council Chambers /Civic Theater, 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA TYPE: Regular Meeting ROLL CALL: Commissioners Cynthia Barry, Mohammad Garakani, Susie Nagpal, Michael Schallop, Mike Uhl, Rutchi Zutshi and Chair Jill Hunter Absent: Chair Hunter. Staff.: Planners Livingstone & Oosterhous, Director Sullivan and Minutes Clerk Shinn f LEDGEOFALLEGIANCE MINUTES: Draft Minutes from Regular Planning Commission Meeting of June 11, 2003. (APPROVED 6 -0) ORAL COMMUNICATIONS — Any member of the Public will be allowed to address the Planning Commission for up to three minutes on matters not on this agenda. The law generally prohibits the Planning Commission from discussing or taking action on such items. However, the PlanningCommission may instruct staff accordingly regarding Oral Communications under Planning Commission direction to Staff. REPORT OF POSTING AGENDA Pursuant to Government Code 54954.2, the agenda for this meeting was properly posted on June 19, 2003. REPORT OF APPEAL RIGHTS If you wish to appeal any decision on this Agenda, you may file an "Appeal Application" with the City Clerk within fifteen (15) calendar days of the date of the decision, pursuant to Municipal Code 15- 90.050 (b). CONSENT CALENDAR None PUBLIC HEARINGS All interested persons may appear and be heard at the above time and place. If you challenge a decision of the Planning Commission pursuant to a public hearing in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing(s) described in this agenda, or in written correspondence delivered to the Saratoga Planning Commission at, or prior to, the public hearing. In order to be included in the Planning Commission's information packets, written communication should be filed on or before the Monday, a week before the meeting. APPLICATION #02 -039, SARATOGA OAKS HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION, Appeal of An Administrative Decision; The Saratoga Homeowners Association has filed an appeal of an administrative decision made pursuant to Municipal Code Section 15- 50.120, Tree Regulations, Violations Penalties. The administrative decision requires $35,439.00 in cash and $17,719.50 in native replacement trees for removing a total of 12 trees without a City issued tree removal permit. (CHRISTINE OOSTERHOUS) (APPEAL DENIED 6 -0) 2. APPLICATION #03 -006 (366 -43 -007) - CHEN, 12161 Parker Ranch Road; - Request for Fence Variances to the front and side yard setbacks, design and height requirements. The lot size is approximately 1.01 acres and the site is zoned Hillside Residential. (JOHN LwINGSTONE) (DENIED 6 -0) 3. APPLICATION #03- 021.(397 -17 -033) - JALAN,19805 Versailles Way; -Request to amend an approved project. The applicant is requesting the relocation of the swimming pool. The change of location would require the removal two existing redwoods and two existing Monterey pines. (THOMAS SULLIVAN) (APPROVED 6 -0) DIRECTORS ITEM None COMMISSION ITEMS None COMMUNICATIONS WRITTEN None ADJOURNMENT AT 10:30 PM TO THE NEXT MEETING Wednesday, July 9, 2003, at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers /Civic Theater 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA If you would like to receive the Agenda's via e -mail, please send your e -mail address to planning@saratop.ca.us saratop.ca.us CITY OF SARATOGA PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION MINUTES DATE: Wednesday, June 11, 2003 - 7:00 p.m. PLACE: Council Chambers /Civic Theater, 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA TYPE: Regular Meeting ROLL CALL: Commissioners Cynthia Barry, Mohammad Garakani, Susie Nagpal, Michael Schallop, Mike Uhl, Ruchi Zutshi and Chair Jill Hunter Absent: None Staff.: Planners Oosterhous &r Welsh, Director Sullivan, and Minutes Cleric Shinn PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE MINUTES: Draft Minutes from Regular Planning Commission Meeting of May 28, 2003. (APPROVED 7 -0) ORAL COMMUNICATIONS —Any member of the Public will be allowed to address the Planning Commission for up to three minutes on matters not on this agenda The law generally prohibits the Planning Commission from discussing or taking action on such items. However, the Planning Commission may instruct staff accordingly regarding Oral Communications under Planning Commission direction to Staff. REPORT OF POSTING AGENDA Pursuant to Government Code 54954.2, the agenda for this meeting was properly posted on June 5, 2003. REPORT OF APPEAL RIGHTS If you wish to appeal any decision on this Agenda, you may file an "Appeal Application" with the City Clerk within fifteen (15) calendar days of the date of the decision, pursuant to Municipal Code 15- 90.050 (b). CONSENT CALENDAR None PUBLIC HEARINGS All interested persons may appear and be heard at the above time and place. If you challenge a decision of the Planning Commission pursuant to a public hearing in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing(s) described in this agenda, or in written correspondence delivered to the Saratoga Planning Commission at, or prior to, the public hearing. In order to be included in the Planning Commission's information packets, written communication should be filed on or before the Monday, a week before the meeting. 1. APPLICATION #03 -021 (393- 45 -45) - PEEBLES; 13755 Saratoga Avenue - The Planning Commission is required to determine the allowable floor area for the proposed project because the site area is less than 5,000 square feet (MCS 15- 45.0309(d)). The proposed project also requires design review approval. The proposed project includes first and second -story additions to an existing two -story residence located at 13755 Saratoga Avenue along Heritage Lane. In general, the appearance of the existing residence remains unchanged. The proposed 558 square foot i additions are located to the rear and right side yard of the site and reflect the existing style and materials. The site is zoned R- 120,000. (CHRISTINE OOSTERHOUS) (APPROVED 7 -0) 2. APPLICATION #03 -079 (397 -09 -010) - WARRINER TRUST; 19120 Monte Vista Drive - The applicant requests approval to subdivide one parcel into two building sites. The property is zoned R- 140,000. The proposed parcels are greater than one acre. The existing parcel is over 2.5 acres. The existing residence is to remain. (CHRISTINE OOSTERHOUS) (APPROVED 7 -0) NEW BUSINESS Edenerest Lane (503 -12 -029) - SNOW; Request for interpretation of Zoning Ordinance, Section 15- 30.050(f) regarding grading. (ANN WELSH) Continued from Meeting of May 28, 2003 (ACCEPT STAFF RECOMMENDATION) DIRECTORS ITEM None COMMISSION ITEMS None COMMUNICATIONS WRITTEN City Council Minutes from Regular Meetings on May 7, 2003 ADJOURNMENT AT 8:50 PM TO THE NEXT MEETING Wednesday, June 25, 2003, at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers /Civic Theater 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA If you would like to receive the Agenda's via e -mail, please send your e -mail address to planning @sarato ag ca.us ti CITY OF SARATOGA PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION MINUTES DATE: Wednesday, May 28, 2003 - 7:00 p.m. PLACE: Council Chambers /Civic Theater, 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA TYPE: Regular Meeting ROLL CALL: Conunissioners Cynthia Barry, Mohammad Garakani, Susie Nagpal, Michael Schallop, Mike Uhl, Rutehi Zutshi and Chair Jill Hunter Absent: Coinmissioner Uhl Staff: Planners Livingstone & Vasudevan and Minutes Clerk Shims PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE MINUTES: Draft Minutes from Regular Planning Commission Meeting of May 14, 2003. (APPROVED 6 -0) ORAL_ COMMUNICATIONS — Any member of the Public will be allowed to address the Planning Commission for up to three minutes on matters not on this agenda The law generally prohibits the Planning Commission fi-om discussing or taking action on such items. However, the Planning Commission may instruct staff accordingly regarding Oral Communications under Planning Commission direction to Staff. REPORT OF POSTING AGENDA Pursuant to Govermnent Code 54954.2, the agenda for this meeting was properly posted on May 22, 2003. REPORT OF APPEAL RIGHTS If you wish. to appeal any decision on this Agenda, you may file an "Appeal Application" with the City Clerk within fifteen (15) calendar days of the date of the decision, pursuant to Municipal Code 15- 90.050 (b). CONSENT CALENDAR 1. APPLICATION #02 -248 (000 -00 -000) — KATZ, 20665 Lomita Avenue; Adoption of Resolution for Design Review Approval and adoption of two Resolutions of Denial regarding the Variance requests. (LATA VASUDEVAN) (APPROVED 5 -0 -1, HUNTER ABSTAIN) PUBLIC HEARINGS All interested persons may appear and be heard at the above time and place. If you challenge a decision of the Planning Commission pursuant to a public hearing in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing(s) described in this agenda, or in written correspondence delivered to the Saratoga Planning Commission at, or prior to, the public hearing. In order to be included in the Planning Commission's information packets, written communication should be filed on or before the Monday, a week before the meeting. 2. APPLICATION #03 -040 (APN 503 -53 -030) — TRAN, 13622 Saraview Drive; - Request for Design Review approval to construct a new single story home that will have a maximum height of 21 feet. The total floor area of the new home with an attached garage will be 4,514 square feet. The lot is 20,515 square feet and is located in the R -1- 40,000 zoning district. (LATA VASUDEVAN) (6 -0 MOTION TO CONTINUE TO DATE UNCERTAIN FOR DESIGN CHANGES) APPLICATION #03 -110 (APN 517 -09 -020) - ELLENIKIOTIS; 20514 Saratoga -Los Gatos Rd.; - Request for Conditional Use Permit approval to establish a dental office in a tenant space of an existing building. The square footage of the new office will be 1,710 square feet and will be located behind an orthodontics practice that occupies the front portion of the building. The building is located on a 25,699 square foot parcel in the CH -1 zoning district. (LATA VASUDEVAN) (APPROVED 6 -0) NEW BUSINESS Edenerest Lane (503 -12 -029) - SNOW; Request for interpretation of Zoning Ordinance, Section 15- 30.050(f) regarding grading. (ANN WELSH) Request that this Item be continued to the meeting on June 11, 2003 (APPROVED TO CONTINUE 6 -0) COMMISSION ITEMS None COMMUNICATIONS WRITTEN City Council Minutes from Regular Meetings on April 14, 2003 ADJOURNMENT AT 8:55 PM TO THE NEXT MEETING Wednesday, June 11, 2003, at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers /Civic Theater 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA If you would like to receive the Agenda's via e -mail, please send your e -mail address to planning @sarato ag ca.us CITY OF SARATOGA PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION MINUTES DATE: Wednesday, May 14, 2003 - 7:00 p.m. PLACE: Council Chambers /Civic Theater, 1377 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA TYPE: Regular Meeting ROLL CALL: Commissioners Barry, Garakani, Nagpal, Schallop, Uhl, Zutshi and Chair Hunter Absent: Commissioner Uhl Staff: Planner Vasudevan, Director Sullivan and Minutes Clerk Shinn PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE MINUTES: Draft Minutes from Regular Planning Commission Meeting of March 26 and April 23, 2003. (APPROVED 4 -0 -2 NAGPAL & SCHALLOP ABSTAIN) APPROVED 6 -0) ORAL COMMUNICATIONS - Any member of the Public will be allowed to address the Planning Commission for up to three minutes on matters not on this agenda The law generally prohibits the Planning Commission from discussing or taking action on such items. However, the Planning Commission may instruct staff accordingly regarding Oral Communications under Planning Commission direction to Staff. REPORT OF POSTING AGENDA Pursuant to Govermnent Code 54954.2, the agenda for this meeting was properly posted on May 8, 2003. REPORT OF APPEAL RIGHTS If you wish to appeal any decision on this Agenda, you may file an "Appeal Application" with the City Clerk within fifteen (15) calendar days of the date of the decision, pursuant to Municipal Code 15- 90.050 (b). CONSENT CALENDAR None PUBLIC HEARINGS All interested persons may appear and be heard at the above time and place. If you challenge a decision of the Planning Commission pursuant to a public hearing in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing(s) described in this agenda, or in written correspondence delivered to the Saratoga Planning Commission at, or prior to, the public hearing. In order to be included in the Planning Commission's information packets, written communication should be filed on or before the Monday, a week before the meeting. APPLICATION x#02 -248 (517 -08 -042) - KATZ; 20665 Lomita Avenue; - Request for Design Review and Variance approvals to demolish the main structure and construct a two -story home. The existing 562 square foot detached cottage at the rear of the site will remain. The proposed home will be 2,661 square feet and will have a maximum height of 23 feet. The applicant is seeking two Variance approvals for the proposed new home: (1) to exceed to maximum allowable floor area for all structures on the site, and (2) to encroach within the required setbacks. The site is 7,570 (net) square feet and is located in the R -1- 10,000 zoning district. (LATA VASUDEVAN) (DENIED 5 -0 -1, HUNTER ABSTAIN, DENIED VARIANCES AND APPROVED DESIGN REVIEW 5 -0 -1) J_ 2. APPLICATION #03 -052, (CITYWIDE) - CITY OF SARATOGA; - Multiple Zoning Ordinance Ainendinents updating various sections of the 15 -12: R -1: Single Family Residential Districts, 15-45: Design Review: Single Family Dwelling and Chapter 14 - Subdivisions. The proposed amendments to Article 15 -12 provides for consistency between ordinance requirements and long time practices as well as simplifying the rules. The amendments to Article 15 -45: Design Review provides streamlining and clarity. The amendments to the Subdivision Ordinance updates the Director's title and removes references to the Building Site Approval process. (THOMAS SULLIVAN) (CONTINUED FROM APRIL 9, 2003) (APPROVED 6 -0) DIRECTORS ITEM None COMMISSION ITEMS None COMMUNICATIONS WRITTEN City Council Minutes from Regular Meeting on March 19, 2003 ADJOURNMENT AT 9:50 P.M. TO THE NEXT MEETING Wednesday, May 28, 2003, at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers /Civic Theater 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA If you would like to receive the Agenda's via e- mail, please send your e -mail address to planning @sarato.a.ca.us CITY OF SARATOGA PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION MINUTES DATE: Wednesday, April 23, 2003 - 7:00 p.m. PLACE: Council Chambers /Civic Theater, 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA TYPE: Regular Meeting ROLL CALL: Commissioners Barry, Garakani, Hunter, Nagpal, Schallop, Uhl and Zutshi Absent: Commissioners Barry &z Schallop Staff: Planner Oosterhous, Director Sullivan and Minutes Clerk Shimi PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ELECTION OF A NEW PLANNING COMMISSION CHAIR AND VICE -CHAIR (Comrnissioner Hunter elected Chair and Commissioner Zutshi elected Vice - Chair) MINUTES: Draft Minutes from Regular Planning Commission Meeting of April 9, 2003. (Approved 4 -1, Hunter Abstain) ORAL COMMUNICATIONS — Any member of the Public will be allowed to address the Planning Commission for up to three minutes on matters not on this agenda The law generally prohibits the Planning Commission from discussing or taking action on such items. However, the Planning Commission may instruct staff accordingly regarding Oral Communications under Planning Commission direction to Staff. .REPORT OF POSTING AGENDA Pursuant to Government Code 54954.2, the agenda for this meeting was properly posted on April 17, 2003. REPORT OF APPEAL RIGHTS If you wish to appeal any decision on this Agenda, you may file an "Appeal Application" with the City Clerk within fifteen (15) calendar days of the date of the decision, pursuant to Municipal Code 15- 90.050 (b). CONSENT CALENDAR APPLICATION #02 -039, SARATOGA OAKS HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION, Appeal of An Administrative Decision; The Saratoga Homeowners Association has filed an appeal of an administrative decision made pursuant to Municipal Code Section 15- 50.120, Tree Regulations, Violations Penalties. The administrative decision requires $35,439.00 in cash and $17,719.50 in native replacement trees for removing a total of 12 trees without a City issued tree removal permit. (CHRISTINE OOSTERHOUS) (APPLICANT HAS REQUESTED THAT THIS ITEM BE CONTINUED TO JUNE 25, 2003) (APPROVED TO CONTINUE 5 -0) PUBLIC HEARINGS All interested persons may appear and be heard at the above time and place. If you challenge a decision of the Planning Commission pursuant to a public hearing in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing(s) described in this agenda, or in written correspondence delivered to the Saratoga Planning Commission at, or prior to, the public hearing. In order to be included in the Planning Commission's information packets, written communication should be filed on or before the Monday, a week before the meeting. 2. APPLICATION #03 -029 (386 -10 -007) TRIEU, 18480 PROSPECT ROAD; - The applicant requests conditional use permit approval to establish an internet access center. The proposed center shall include access to personal computers with high speed wired and wireless internet connections, as well as access to the latest hardware and software systems. The proposed center will also accommodate individual and group training on personal computers for various types of professional certifications. Audio and video conferencing capabilities will also be available at the center. The site is zoned neighborhood commercial. (CHRISTINE OOSTERHOUS) (APPROVED 5 -0) DIRECTORS ITEM None COMMISSION ITEMS None COMMUNICATIONS WRITTEN City Council Minutes from Regular Meetings on April 2, 2003 ADJOURNMENT AT 7:34 PM TO THE NEXT MEETING Wednesday, May 14, 2003, at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers /Civic Theater 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA if you would like to receive the Agenda's via e -mail, please send your e -mail address to plannin @sarato ag ca.us ti CITY OF SARATOGA PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION MINUTES DATE: Wednesday, April 9, 2003 - 7:00 p.m. PLACE: Council Chambers /Civic Theater, 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA TYPE: Regular Meeting ROLL. CALL: Commissioners Barry, Garakani, Hunter, Nagpal, Schallop, Uhl and Zutshi Absent: Commissioner Hunter Staff. Planners Livingstone & Welsh, Director Sullivan and Minutes Clerk Shinn PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ELECTION OF A NEW PLANNING COMMISSION CHAIR AND VICE -CHAIR (CONTINUED TO NEXT MEETING) MINUTES: Draft Minutes from Regular Planning Commission Meeting of March 26, 2003. (CONTINUED TO MAY 14, 2003) ORAL COMMUNICATIONS — Any member of the Public will be allowed to address the Planning Commission for up to three minutes on matters not on this agenda The law generally prohibits the Planning Commission from discussing or taking action on such items. However, the Planning Commission may instruct staff accordingly regarding Oral Communications under Planning Commission direction to Staff. REPORT OF POSTING AGENDA Pursuant to Government Code 54954.2, the agenda for this meeting was properly posted on April 3, 2003. REPORT OF APPEAL RIGHTS If you wish to appeal any decision on this Agenda, you may file an "Appeal Application" with the City Clerk within fifteen (15) calendar days of the date of the decision, pursuant to Municipal Code 15- 90.050 (b). CONSENT CALENDAR None PUBLIC HEARINGS All interested persons may appear and be heard at the above time and place. If you challenge a decision of the Planning Commission pursuant to a public hearing in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing(s) described in this agenda, or in written correspondence delivered to the Saratoga Planning Commission at, or prior to, the public hearing. In order to be included in the Planning Commission's information packets, written communication should be filed on or before the Monday, a week before the meeting. 1. APPLICATION #02 -062 (Building Site Approval) & #02 -213 (Lot Line Adjustment), (503- 13 -134 thru 137) — HORVATH, 22122 Mt. Eden Road; -The proposed lot line adjustment involves an equal transfer of area between abutting parcels. The lot line change is proposed to create a separate access lane for the landlocked rear parcel, which presently gains access via an easement over the frontage parcel. The new access lane would require a bridge to be, constructed 100 feet east of the existing shared access bridge, which spans Calabasaz Creek. The lot line adjustment involves transfer of 13,910 square feet to A.P.N. 503 -13 -134 which is owned by Judy Chapel from A.P.N. 503 -13 -136 and 137 which is owned by Frank Horvath. The lot line adjustment also involves transfer of 13,910 square feet from A.P.N. 503 -13 -135 and 134 owned by Judy Chapel to A.P.N. 503 -13 -137 which is owned by Frank Horvath. (ANN WELSH AND THOMAS SULLIVAN) (NEGATIVE DECLARATION APPROVED 6 -0, LOT LINE &r BSA APPROVED 6 -0) 2. APPLICATION #01 -039 (APN 503 -15 -065) - HOUSE/OLSEN, Parcel 1, Old Oak Way; - Request Approval for Design Review and Grading over one thousand cubic yards to construct a new two story 7,904 square foot house on a vacant lot. The gross lot size is 11.56 acres and zoned Hill Side Residential. The maximum height of the residence will be approximately 24 feet. (JOHN LIVINGSTONE) (APPROVED 6 -0) 3. APPLICATION #01 -040 (APN 503 -12 -041) HOUSFJCARGILL, Parcel 2, Old Oak Way; - Request Approval for Design Review and Grading over one thousand cubic yards to construct a new two story 6,647 square foot house on a vacant lot. The gross lot size is 4.24. acres and zoned Hill Side Residential. The maximum height of the residence will be approximately 26 feet. (JOHN LIVINGSTONE) (APPROVED 6 -0) 4. APPLICATION #03 -052, (CITYWIDE) - CITY OF SARATOGA; - Multiple Zoning Ordinance Amendments updating various sections of the 15 -12: R -1: Single Family Residential Districts, 15-45: Design Review: Single Family Dwelling and Chapter 14 - Subdivisions. The proposed amendments to Article 15 -12 provides for consistency between ordinance requirements and long time practices as well as simplifying the rules. The amendments to Article 15 -45: Design Review provides streamlining and clarity. The amendments to the Subdivision Ordinance updates the Director's title and removes references to the Building Site Approval process. (THOMAS SULLIVAN) (CONTINUED TO MAY 14) DIRECTORS ITEM None COMMISSION ITEMS Discuss site visit time (CHANGED TO TUESDAYS AT NOON) COMMUNICATIONS WRITTEN Letter from Mark Snow regarding Edencrest Lane with site plan. (TO BE PLACED ON A FUTURE AGENDA) City Council Minutes from Special Meetings on March 20, 2003 ADJOURNMENT AT 10:10 PM TO THE NEXT MEETING Wednesday, April 23, 2003, at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers /Civic Theater 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA If you would like to receive the Agenda's via e-mail, please send your e-mail address to planning @sarato ag ca.us CITY OF SARATOGA PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION MINUTES DATE: Wednesday, March 26, 2003 - 7:00 p.m. PLACE: Council Chambers /Civic Theater, 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA TYPE: Regular Meeting ROLL CALL: Commissioners Barry, Garakani, Hunter, Kurasch, Roupe, Zutshi and Chair Jackman Absent: None Staff: Planners Livingstone & Vasudevan, Director Sullivan and Minutes Clerk Shinn PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE MINUTES: Draft Minutes from Regular Planning Commission Meeting of March 12, 2003. (Approved 5 -0 -2, Kursach and Hunter Abstain) ORAL COMMUNICATIONS — Any member of the Public will be allowed to address the Planning Commission for up to three minutes on matters not on this agenda The law generally prohibits the Planning Commission from discussing or taking action on such items. However, the Planning Commission may instruct staff accordingly regarding Oral Communications under Planning Commission direction to Staff. REPORT OF POSTING AGENDA Pursuant to Government Code 54954.2, the agenda for this meeting was properly posted on March 20, 2003. REPORT OF APPEAL RIGHTS If you wish to appeal any decision on this Agenda, you may file an "Appeal Application" with the City Clerk within fifteen (15) calendar days of the date of the decision, pursuant to Municipal Code 15- 90.050 (b). CONSENT CALENDAR None PUBLIC HEARINGS All interested persons may appear and be heard at the above time and place. If you challenge a decision of the Planning Commission pursuant to a public hearing in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing(s) described in this agenda, or in written correspondence delivered to the Saratoga Planning Commission at, or prior to, the public hearing. In order to be included in the Planning Commission's information packets, written communication should be filed on or before the Monday, a week before the meeting. APPLICATION i'#02 -039, SARATOGA OAKS HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION, Appeal of An Administrative Decision; The Saratoga Homeowners Association has filed an appeal of an administrative decision made pursuant to Municipal Code Section 15- 50.120, Tree Regulations, Violations Penalties. The administrative decision requires $35,439.00 in cash and $17,719.50 in native replacement trees for removing a total of 12 trees without a city issued tree removal permit. (CHRISTINE OOSTERHOUS) (REQUEST TO BE CONTINUED) (APPROVED 7 -0 TO CONTINUE TO MEETING ON ARPIL 23, 2003) 2. APPLICATION #02 -280 (397 -17 -012) - KALKUNTE; 14625 Fruitvale. Avenue; - Request for Design Review approval to construct a new two -story 5,815 square foot home. The maximum height of the proposed residence is 26 feet. The pre - existing structure on this 42,011 (net) square foot site was demolished in conjunction with a Design Review approval granted for a new two- story home on December 12, 2001. The current Design Review application #02 -280 was filed because the applicant no longer wishes to construct the home as previously designed and approved by the Planning Commission. The site is zoned R- 1- 40,000. (LATA VASUDEVAN) (APPROVED 7 -0) 3. APPLICATION #02 -215 (517 -22 -003) - BORELLI, 20200 Hill Avenue; - Request for Design Review to build a new single - family 6,730 square foot two -story home with a 1,780 square foot basement. The maximum building height of the residence will be 26 feet. The lot size is approximately 77,003 square feet net and the site is zoned R- 1- 40,000. GOHN LIVINGSTONE) (APPROVED 7 -0) DIRECTORS ITEM None COMMISSION ITEMS Commissioner's sub - committee reports COMMUNICATIONS WRITTEN City Council Minutes from Regular Meetings on February 5, 2003, February 11, 2003, and March 5, 2003. ADJOURNMENT TO NEXT MEETING Saturday March 29, 2003, at 9:00 a.m. in the Administrative Conference Room 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA If you would like to receive the Agenda's via e -mail, please send your e -mail address to planning @saratoga.ca.us CITY OF SARATOGA PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION MINUTES DATE: Wednesday, March 12, 2003 - 7:00 p.m. PLACE: Council Chambers /Civic Theater, 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA TYPE: Regular Meeting ROLL CALL: Commissioners Barry, Garakani, Hunter, Kurasch, Roupe, Zutshi and Chair Jackman Absent: Commissioner Barry &>; Roupe Staff: Planner Oosterhous, Director Sullivan &t Minutes Clerk Shinn PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE MINUTES: Draft Minutes from Regular Planning Commission Meeting of February 26, 2003. (APPROVED 5 -0) ORAL COMMUNICATIONS — Any member of the Public will be allowed to address the Planning Commission for up to three minutes on matters not on this agenda The law generally prohibits the Planning Commission from discussing or taking action on such items. However, the Planning Commission may instruct staff accordingly regarding Oral Communications under Planning Commission direction to Staff. REPORT OF POSTING AGENDA Pursuant to Government Code 54954.2, the agenda for this meeting was properly posted on March 6, 2003. REPORT OF APPEAL RIGHTS If you wish to appeal any decision on this Agenda, you may file an "Appeal Application" with the City Clerk within fifteen (15) calendar days of the date of the decision, pursuant to Municipal Code 15- 90.050 (b). CONSENT CALENDAR None PUBLIC HEARINGS All interested persons may appear and be heard at the above time and place. If you challenge a decision of the Planning Commission pursuant to a public hearing in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing(s) described in this agenda, or in written correspondence delivered to the Saratoga Planning Commission at, or prior to, the public hearing. In order to be included in the Planning Commission's information packets, written communication should be filed on or before the Monday, a week before the meeting. APPLICATION #02 -272 (APN 397 -23 -007)- BIERACH, 20355 Orchard Rd; - Request for Design Review Approval to construct first and second story additions to an existing one -story residence. The total floor area of the proposed two -story residence is 2,283 square feet. The maximum height of the proposed residence is 21 ft. 6 inches feet. The lot size is approximately 7,300 square feet and the site is zoned R -1- 10,000. (CHRISTINE OOSTERHOUS) (APPROVED 5 -0) �T 2. DR -01 -035, UP -01 -013, ED -01 -002 (393 -25 -022) ST.ANDREWS PARISH AND SCHOOL; 13601 Saratoga Avenue - The applicant requests Design Review and Use Permit approval to construct new facilities for St. Andrew's Parish and School. The proposed project includes the demolition of existing buildings and the construction of the following facilities: Performing Arts /Gymnasium, Sunday School Rooms, Administration Offices, Classrooms, Clergy Offices, Parish Center, and a Bell Tower. The project also includes: a memorial garden, covered walkways, an outdoor eating area, re- grading and reconfiguring the parking lot and eliminating off -site queuing. New building construction will total 72,345 square feet and will include six new structures. The existing sanctuary is to remain. (CHRISTINE OOSTERHOUS) (ED -01 -002 APPROVED 5 -0; UP -01 -013 &r DR -01 -035 APPROVED 4 -1, KURASCH OPPOSED) APPLICATION #02 -259 (397 -27 -010) - SHIN; 14165 Victor Place; - Request for Design Review approval to construct first and second story additions to an existing one -story single - family residence. The total floor area of the proposed two -story residence and attached garage is 3,023 square feet. The floor area of the first floor is 1,974 square feet and the second floor is 838 square feet. The maximum height of the proposed residence is 24 feet. The lot size is approximately 10,197 square feet and the site is zoned R -1- 10,000. (CHRISTINE OOSTERHOUS) (APPROVED 3 -2, KURASCH &c ZUTSHI OPPOSED) DIRECTORS ITEM None COMMISSION ITEMS Commissioner's sub - committee reports COMMUNICATIONS WRITTEN City Council Minutes from Regular Meetings on February 19, 2003 and City Council Retreat on February 1, 2003 ADJOURNMENT AT 11:50 PM TO THE NEXT MEETING Wednesday, March 26, 2003, at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers /Civic Theater 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA If you would like to receive the Agenda's via e -mail, please send your e -mail address to planning@sarato ag ca.us CITY OF SARATOGA PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION MINUTES DATE: Wednesday, February 26, 2003 - 7:00 p.m. PLACE: Council Chambers /Civic Theater, 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA TYPE: Regular Meeting ROLL CALL: Commissioners Barry, Garakani, Hunter, Kurasch, Roupe, Zutshi and Chair Jackman Absent: Commissioner Barry Staff: Planners Livingstone, Oosterhous &r Vasudevan, Director Sullivan and Minutes Clerk Shinn PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE MINUTES: Draft Minutes from Regular Planning Commission Meeting of February 12, 2003. (Approved 5 -0 -1, Kurasch Abstained) ORAL COMMUNICATIONS — Any member of the Public will be allowed to address the Planning Commission for up to three minutes on matters not on this agenda The law generally prohibits the Planning Commission from discussing or taking action on such items. However, the Planning Commission may instruct staff accordingly regarding Oral Communications under Planning Commission direction to Staff. REPORT OF POSTING AGENDA Pursuant to Government Code 54954.2, the agenda for this meeting was properly posted on February 20, 2003. REPORT OF APPEAL RIGHTS If you wish to appeal any decision on this Agenda, you may file an "Appeal Application" with the City Clerk within fifteen (15) calendar days of the date of the decision, pursuant to Municipal Code 15- 90.050 (b). CONSENT CALENDAR ADOPTION OF RESOLUTION IN REGARDS TO APPLICATION #02 -269 (397 -22 -051) — CUTLER, 14480 OAK PLACE; Request for Variances to allow an existing 190 -foot section of wall to be in excess of the City Code maximum 6 -feet in the side yard setback and to remain 7- feet 6- inches, for a 56 -foot section of fence in the front yard setback to exceed the City Code maximum of 3 -feet to be allowed to be constructed 6 -feet tall, and a 25 -foot section of fence in the front yard setback to exceed the City Code maximum of 3 -feet to be allowed to be constructed 6- feet tall. (SULLIVAN) (5 -0 -1, KURASCH ABSTAINED) PUBLIC HEARINGS All interested persons may appear and be heard at the above time and place. If you challenge a decision of the Planning Commission pursuant to a public hearing in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing(s) described in this agenda, or in written correspondence delivered to the Saratoga Planning Commission at, or prior to, the public hearing. In order to be included in the Planning Commission's information packets, written communication should be filed on or before the Monday, a week before the meeting. 2. APPLICATION #02 -192 (503 -24 -064) - LEE, 14493 Big Basin Way (Saratoga Cleaners); - Request for Design Review Approval to construct an addition of an 875 square foot commercial ti tenant space at the first floor level, a 620 square foot 3 -car garage, and a 1,512 square foot apartment at the second floor level of an existing 2 story structure located in the CH -1 zone. 208 square feet of the existing commercial space (Saratoga Cleaners) will be eliminated to accommodate the attached 3 -car garage. However, the applicant also proposes. to add 52 square feet to the Cleaners by extending the rear laundry/utility area. The existing 3,380 square foot structure consists entirely of commercial space at the first floor, a carport, and two apartment units at the second floor. The 4,277 square foot site is located in Parking District No. 3. (VASUDEVAN) (CONTINUED FROM JANUARY 8, 2003) (APPROVED 5 -04, KURASCH ABSTAINED) 3. APPLICATION #02 -279 (517 -09 -069) — SARATOGA WINE MERCHANTS, "UNCORKED" 14500 Big Basin Way; - Request for Conditional Use Permit approval to allow the sale of alcoholic beverages in a proposed new retail wine store. The store will be located in an existing 1,450 square foot vacant tenant space. The site is located in a Commercial Zoning District. (LIVINGSTONE) (APPROVED 4 -0 -2 GARAKANI &r JACKMAN ABSTAIN) 4. APPLICATION #02 -096 (APN 510 -06 -006) — LEU / SPITTS,19330 Saratoga -Los Gatos Road; - Request for Design Review Approval to construct first and second story additions and a basement to an existing two -story residence. The total floor area of the proposed two -story residence and attached three -car garage is 6,843 square feet. The maximum height of the proposed residence is 26 feet. The lot size is approximately 143,748 square feet and the site is zoned R -1- 40,000. (OOSTERHOUS) (APPROVED 6 -0) 5. APPLICATION #02 -272 (APN 397 -23 -007)- BIERACH, 20355 Orchard Rd; - Request for Design Review Approval to construct first and second story additions to an existing one -story residence. The total floor area of the proposed two -story residence is 2,283 square feet. The maximum height of the proposed residence is 21 ft. 6 inches feet. The lot size is approximately 7,300 square feet and the site is zoned R -1- 10,000. (OOSTERHOUS) (APPROVED 6 -0 TO CONTINUE TO MARCH 12, 2003) DIRECTORS ITEM None COMMISSION ITEMS Commissioner's sub - committee reports COMMUNICATIONS WRITTEN None ADJOURNMENT AT 9:27 PM TO THE NEXT MEETING Wednesday, March 12, 2003, at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers /Civic Theater 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA If you would like to receive this Agenda via e -mail, please send your e-mail address to planning@saratoga.ca.us CITY OF SARATOGA PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION MINUTES DATE: Wednesday, February 12, 2003 - 7:00 p.m. PLACE: Council Chambers /Civic Theater, 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA TYPE: Regular Meeting ROLL CALL: Commissioners Barry, Garakani, Hunter, Kurasch, Roupe, Zutshi and Chair Jackman Absent: Commissioners Barry, Kurasch Staff.: Planners Welsh &z Vasudevan, Attorney Wittwer, Director Sullivan and Minutes Clerk Shinn PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE MINUTES: Draft Minutes from Regular Planning Commission Meeting of January 22, 2003. (APPROVED 4 -0 -1, ZUTSHI ABSTAINED) ORAL COMMUNICATIONS —Any member of the Public will be allowed to address the Planning Commission for up to three minutes on matters not on this agenda. The law generally prohibits the Planning Commission from discussing or taking action on such items. However, the Planning Commission may instruct staff accordingly regarding Oral Communications underPlanning Commission direction to Staff. REPORT OF POSTING AGENDA Pursuant to Government Code 54954.2, the agenda for this meeting was properly posted on February 6, 2003. REPORT OF APPEAL RIGHTS If you wish to appeal any decision on this Agenda, you may file an "Appeal Application" with the City Clerk within fifteen (15) calendar days of the date of the decision, pursuant to Municipal Code 15- 90.050 (b). CONSENT CALENDAR None PUBLIC HEARINGS All interested persons may appear and be.heard at the above time and place. If you challenge a decision of the Planning Commission pursuant to a public hearing in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing(s) described in this agenda, or in written correspondence delivered to the Saratoga Planning Commission at, or prior to, the public hearing. In order to be included in the Planning Commission's information packets, written communication should be filed on or before the Monday, a week before the meeting. 1. APPLICATION #02 -269 (397 -22 -051) — CUTLER, 14480 OAK PLACE; Request for Variances to allow an existing 190 -foot section of wall to be in excess of the City Code maximum 6 -feet in the side yard setback and to remain 7 -feet 6- inches, for a 56 -foot section of fence in the front yard setback to exceed the City Code maximum of 3 -feet to be allowed to be constructed 6 -feet tall, and a 25 -foot section of fence in the front yard setback to exceed the City Code maximum of 3 -feet to be allowed to be constructed 6 -feet tall. The Planning Commission will also consider allowing a structure to be constructed within 10 feet of an ordinance protected Oak tree. (SULLIVAN) (190 -FOOT WALL DENIED 5 -0; 56 -FOOT FENCE DENIED 5 -0; 25 -FOOT FENCE APPROVED 4 -1, HUNTER OPPOSED) 2. APPLICATION #02 -238 (389 -15 -069) — VAN ATTA, 13235 McDOLE STREET; - Request for Design Review Approval to demolish a 2,120 square foot home and build a new two -story 2,694 square foot home. The maximum building height of the residence will be 20 feet. The project also includes demolishing 312 square feet of the existing 720 square foot detached garage. The lot size is 10,000 square feet and the site is zoned R -1- 10,000. (VASUDEVAN) (APPROVED 5 -0, WITH ADDED CONDITION) 3. APPLICATION #02 -121 (503 -27 -068) — QIAN, 14261 SPRINGER AVENUE; - Request for Design Review Approval to demolish a 712 square foot home, a 126 square foot accessory structure and a 232 square foot garage, and build a new two -story 2,823 square foot home with 1,458 square foot basement. The maximum building height of the residence will be 18 feet 11.75 inches. The lot size is 7, 500 square feet and the site is zoned R -1- 10,000. (WELSH) (APPROVED 5 -0, WITH ADDED CONDITIONS) COMMISSION ITEMS Commissioner's sub - committee reports COMMUNICATIONS WRITTEN City Council Minutes from Regular Meetings on January 15, 2003 ADJOURNMENT AT 10:43 PM TO THE NEXT MEETING Wednesday, February 26, 2003, at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers /Civic Theater 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA if you would like to receive the Agenda's via e -mail, please send your e -mail address to planning @saratoga.ca.us CITY OF SARATOGA PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION MINUTES DATE: Wednesday, January 22, 2003 - 7:00 p.m. PLACE: Council Chambers /Civic Theater, 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA TYPE: Regular Meeting ROLL CALL: Commissioners Barry, Garakani, Hunter, Kurasch, Roupe, Zutshi and Chair Jackman Absent: Commissioner Zutshi Staff: Planners Oosterhous & Vasudevan, Director Sullivan and Minutes Clerk Shinn PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE MINUTES: Draft Minutes from Regular Planning Commission Meeting of January 8, 2003. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS — Any member of the Public will be allowed to address the Planning Commission for up to three minutes on matters not on this agenda The law generally prohibits the Planning Commission from discussing or taking action on such items. However, the Planning Commission may instruct staff accordingly regarding Oral Communications underPlanning Commission direction to Staff. REPORT OF POSTING AGENDA Pursuant to Government Code 54954.2, the agenda for this meeting was properly posted on January 16, 2003. REPORT OF APPEAL RIGHTS If you wish to appeal any decision on this Agenda, you may file an "Appeal Application" with the City Clerk within fifteen (15) calendar days of the date of the decision, pursuant to Municipal Code 15- 90.050 (b). CONSENT CALENDAR None PUBLIC HEARINGS All interested persons may appear and be heard at the above time and place. If you challenge a decision of the Planning Commission pursuant to a public hearing in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing(s) described in this agenda, or in written correspondence delivered to the Saratoga Planning Commission at, or prior to, the public hearing. In order to be included in the Planning Commission's information packets, written communication should be filed on or before the Monday, a week before the meeting. 1. APPLICATION x#02 -192 (503 -24 -064) - LEE, 14493 Big Basin Way (Saratoga Cleaners); - Request for Design Review Approval to construct an addition of an 875 square foot commercial tenant space at the street level and an addition of a 1,476 square foot apartment to the second floor level of an existing structure located in the CH -1 zone. The existing 3,224 square foot structure consists of a service establishment at the street level and two apartment units at the second floor. This project was reviewed by the Historic Preservation Commission on 11/12/02. The 4,277 square foot site is located in Parking District No. 3. (VASUDEVAN) (APPROVED TO CONTINUE 6 -0 TO FEBRUARY 26, 2003, AND HOLD A STUDY SESSION ON FEBRUARY 12, 2003 AT 5:00 PM) .+ 2. APPLICATION x#02 -219 (503 -29 -127) - MOORE, 20700 Saratoga Hills Road; - Request for Design Review Approval to demolish an existing one -story residence and to construct a two -story single - family residence. The project also includes the construction of a pool house, basement, and three -car garage. Both the pool house and garage are attached to the main residence via a common roof. The total floor area on the site is 6,520. The maximum height of the proposed residence is 26 feet. The lot size is approximately 98,010 square feet and the site is zoned R -1- 40,000. (OOSTERHOVS) (APPROVED 6 -0 WITH ADDED CONDITIONS) DIRECTORS ITEM COMMISSION ITEMS Commissioner's sub - committee reports COMMUNICATIONS WRITTEN City Council Minutes from Regular Meetings on November 6, 2002, December 10, 2002, and December 26, 2002 ADJOURNMENT AT 9:40 PM TO THE NEXT MEETING Wednesday, February 12, 2003, at 5:00 p.m. in the Planning Conference Room for Study Session 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA if you would like to receive the Agenda's via e -mail, please send your e -mail address to planning @saratoga.ca.us CITY OF SARATOGA PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION MINUTES DATE: Wednesday, January 8, 2003 - 7:00 p.m. PLACE: Council Chambers /Civic Theater, 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA TYPE: Regular Meeting ROLL CALL: Commissioners Barry, Garakani, Hunter, Kurasch, Roupe, Zutshi and Chair Jackman Absent: Commissioners Barry &z Roupe Staff: Planners Livingstone & Oosterhous, Director Sullivan, and Minutes Clerk Shinn PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE MINUTES: Draft Minutes from Regular Planning Commission Meetings of November 13, 2002 and December 11, 2002. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS — Any member of the Public will be allowed to address the Planning Commission for up to three minutes on matters not on this agenda. The law generally prohibits the Planning Commission from discussing or taking action on such items. However, the Planning Commission may instruct staff accordingly regarding Oral Communications under Planning Commission direction to Staff. REPORT OF POSTING AGENDA Pursuant to Government Code 54954.2, the agenda for this meeting was properly posted on January 2, 2003. REPORT OF APPEAL RIGHTS If you wish to appeal any decision on this Agenda, you may file an "Appeal Application" with the City Clerk within fifteen (15) calendar days of the date of the decision, pursuant to Municipal Code 15- 90.050 (b). CONSENT CALENDAR None PUBLIC HEARINGS All interested persons may appear and be heard at the above time and place. If you challenge a decision of the Planning Commission pursuant to a public hearing in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing(s) described in this agenda, or in written correspondence delivered to the Saratoga Planning Commission at, or prior to, the public hearing. In order to be included in the Planning Commission's information packets, written communication should be filed on or before the Monday, a week before the meeting. 1. APPLICATION #02 -249 (397- 27 -19) - FU, 14140 Victor Place; - Request for Design Review approval to construct a two -story residence. The project includes the demolition of an existing one - story residence. The total floor area of the proposed two -story residence and attached garage is 2,990 square feet. The floor area of the first floor is 1,764 square feet and the second floor is 1,226 square feet. The maximum height of the proposed residence is 22 feet. The lot size is approximately 9,461 square feet and the site is zoned R -1- 12,500. (OOSTERHOUS) (APPROVED 4 -1, KURASCH OPPOSED) 2. APPLICATION x#02 -136 (397 -18 -036) - SARUP, 14850 Baranga Lane; - Request for Design Review Approval to demolish the existing 2,361 square foot house and build a new single family 5,050 square foot house with a three car garage. The maximum building height of the residence will be 26 feet. The lot size is approximately 36,155 square feet net and the site is zoned R -1- 40,000. (LIVINGSTONE) (APPROVED 5 -0) DIRECTORS ITEM Annual Report on the Status of the General Plan COMMISSION ITEMS Commissioner's sub - committee reports COMMUNICATIONS WRITTEN None ADJOURNMENT AT 8:29 P.M. TO THE NEXT MEETING Wednesday, January 22, 2003, at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers /Civic Theater 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA IE you would like to receive the Agenda's via e -mail, please send your e -mail address to planrdng@saratojZa.ca.us CITY OF SARATOGA PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA DATE: Wednesday, December 11, 2002 - 7:00 p.m. PLACE: Council Chambers /Civic Theater, 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA TYPE: Regular Meeting ROLL CALL: Commissioners Barry, Garakani, Hunter, Kurasch, Roupe, Zutshi and Chair Jackman Absent: Commissioners Roupe &t Zutshi Staff: Planners Livingstone &t Oosterhous, Director Sullivan, and Minutes Clerk Shinn PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE MINUTES: Draft Minutes from Regular Planning Commission Meetings of October 23 and November 13, 2002 ORAL COMMUNICATIONS — Any member of the Public will be allowed to address the Planning Commission for up to three minutes on matters not on this agenda. The law generally prohibits the Planning Commission from discussing or taking action on such items. However, the Planning Commission may instruct staff accordingly regarding Oral Communications under Planning Commission direction to Staff. REPORT OF POSTING AGENDA Pursuant to Government Code 54954.2, the agenda for this meeting was properly posted on December 5, 2002. REPORT OF APPEAL RIGHTS If you wish to appeal any decision on this Agenda, you may file an "Appeal Application" with the City Clerk within fifteen (15) calendar days of the date of the decision, pursuant to Municipal Code 15- 90.050 (b). CONSENT CALENDAR None PUBLIC HEARINGS All interested persons may appear and be heard at the above time and place. If you challenge a decision of the Planning Commission pursuant to a public hearing in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing(s) described in this agenda, or in written correspondence delivered to the Saratoga Planning Commission at, or prior to, the public hearing. In order to be included in the Planning Commission's information packets, written communication should be filed on or before the Monday, a week before the meeting. REVIEW OF ARBORIST REPORT PREPARED FOR 14480 OAK PLACE, CUTLER, (397 -22- 051); - The Planning Commission will conduct a Public Hearing to review the findings and recommendations of an Arborist Report prepared by City Arborist Barrie Coate regarding the impacts to ordinance protected oak trees from the construction of a structure closer than 10 -feet to an oak tree. (SULLIVAN) (APPROVED ADDITION OF THREE CONDITIONS TO ARBORIST RECOMMENDATIONS) 1 2. APPLICATION #02 -138 (517 -08 -062) - BROWN, 14775 Oak Street; - Request for Variance approval to allow a new basement to be built under the existing house. The existing house intrudes into required setbacks; therefore the applicant is requesting a variance to allow the basement to also intrude into the required setbacks. The existing house size above ground will not change. (LIVINGSTONE) (APPROVED 5 -0) GATEWAY DESIGN GUIDELINES; - Design Guidelines for the Saratoga - Sunnyvale Road Gateway have been prepared to guide new development in this district. The streetscape improvement plan has been adopted to address improvements within the Public street right -of- way to create a new northern gateway to the City. The Guidelines provide direction for the redevelopment within the Gateway district. (CONTINUED FROM MEETING OF OCTOBER 23, 2002) (SULLIVAN) (APPROVED 5 -0) 4. APPLICATION #02 -172 (CITYWIDE) Zoning Ordinance Amendment regarding Second Dwelling Units for various R -1 Residential Zones. The proposed Ordinance Amendment will implement both the City's Housing Element and Assembly Bill 1866. The Housing Element anticipates that 45 new second dwelling units would be constructed over the next five years. Assembly Bill 1866 requires the City to treat applications for second dwelling units in a ministerial manner. This new law does not allow the City to conduct a Public Hearing to consider the proposed new second dwelling. (SULLIVAN) (APPROVED 5 -0) DIRECTORS ITEM Remind Commissioners that the Meeting on December 25, 2002 is cancelled COMMISSION ITEMS Commissioner's sub - committee reports COMMUNICATIONS WRITTEN Facsimile communications from Mitch Cutler requesting a Study Session with the Planning Commission regarding a Variance Application for fence height. (REQUEST DENIED) ADJOURNMENT AT 11:45 PM TO THE NEXT MEETING Wednesday, January 8, 2003, at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers /Civic Theater 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA if you would like to receive the Agenda's via e -mail, please send your e -mail address to plannin @sg arato ag ca.us r, CITY OF SARATOGA PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION MINUTES DATE: Wednesday, November 13, 2002 - 7:00 p.m. PLACE: Council Chambers /Civic Theater, 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA TYPE: Regular Meeting ROLL CALL: Commissioners Barry, Garakani, Hunter, Kurasch, Roupe, Zutshi and Chair Jackman Absent: Commissioners Barry, Kurasch &t Chair Jackman Staff.: Planner Oosterhous, Director Sullivan &t Minutes Clerk Shinn PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE MINUTES: Draft Minutes from Regular Planning Commission Meeting of October 23, 2002. (Continued to 12/11/02) ORAL COMMUNICATIONS — Any member of the Public will be allowed to address the Planning Commission for up to three minutes on matters not on this agenda The law generally prohibits the Planning Commission from discussing or taking action on such items. However, the Planning Commission may instruct staff accordingly regarding Oral Communications under Planning Commission direction to Staff. REPORT OF POSTING AGENDA Pursuant to Government Code 54954.2, the agenda for this meeting was properly posted on November 7, 2002. REPORT OF APPEAL RIGHTS If you wish to appeal any decision on this Agenda, you may file an "Appeal Application" with the City Clerk within fifteen (15) calendar days of the date of the decision, pursuant to Municipal Code 15- 90.050 (b). CONSENT CALENDAR RESOLUTION OF DENIAL #02 -053, APPLICATION #01 -044 (403 -28 -034) - AZIZI, 18360 Purdue; - Denial of Design Review application to construct a two -story single - family residence on a 8,040 square foot lot. The floor area of the proposed residence and attached two - car garage is 2,923 square feet. The maximum height of the residence would be 20 feet. The site is zoned R- 1- 10,000. (OOSTERHOUS) (APPROVED 3 -1, GARAKANI OPPOSED) PUBLIC HEARINGS All interested persons may appear and be heard at the above time and place. If you challenge a decision of the Planning Commission pursuant to a public hearing in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing(s) described in this agenda, or in written correspondence delivered to the Saratoga Planning Commission at, or prior to, the public hearing. In order to be included in the Planning Commission's information packets, written communication should be filed on or before the Monday, a week before the meeting. 2. Application #02 -190 - (397 -01 -012), SAINT ARCHANGEL MICHAEL SERBIAN ORTHODOX CHURCH, 18930 Allendale Avenue; - Request for General Plan Land Use Map Amendment from Residential Very Low Density to Quasi - Public Facility. The proposed General Plan Land Use Map Amendment would allow a parcel that is presently designated Residential Very Low Density and containing a single family dwelling to be designated Quasi -Public Facility. The change in designation is requested in order to facilitate a lot line change, which would allow the parcel in question to become part of the adjacent Saint Archangel Michael Church facility. An Environmental Initial Study has been prepared. (WELSH) (REQUEST TO BE CONTINUED TO DATE UNCERTAIN) (APPROVED TO BE CONTINUED 4 -0) GATEWAY DESIGN GUIDELINES; - Design Guidelines for the Saratoga - Sunnyvale Road Gateway have been prepared to guide new development in this district. The streetscape improvement plan has been adopted to address improvements within the Public street right -of- way to create a new northern gateway to the City. The Guidelines provide direction for the redevelopment within the Gateway district. (CONTINUED FROM MEETING OF SEPTEMBER 25, 2002) (SULLIVAN) (APPROVED TO CONTINUE TO DECEMBER 11, 2002,4-0) 4. Application #SD -01 -001 &r ED -01 -003 - (397 -27 -029), JAVANMARD /ASGARI, 20440 Arbeleche Lane; - The applicant requests Tentative Parcel Map approval to subdivide one parcel into two building sites. The existing parcel is 27,661 square feet (net) and contains an existing single - family. Proposed parcel A is 11,892 (net) square feet. Proposed parcel B is 15,769 (net) square feet. The existing single - family dwelling is to be demolished. One single - family dwelling is proposed on each parcel. The project site contains a riparian corridor, the Saratoga Creek, and several mature trees. The proposed parcels are located in the R -M 4,000 zoning district. The General Plan designation for the proposed parcels is Multi - Family Residential. A mitigated negative declaration has been prepared. (OOSTERHOUS) (STAFF RECOMMENDED DENIAL APPROVED 4 -0) DIRECTORS ITEM Remind Commissioners that the Meeting on November 27, 2002 is cancelled COMMISSION ITEMS Commissioner's sub - committee reports Discussion of site visit times COMMUNICATIONS WRITTEN City Council Minutes from adjourned meeting on September 24, 2002 ADJOURNMENT AT 8:30 PM TO THE NEXT MEETING Wednesday, December 11, 2002, at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers /Civic Theater 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA If you would like to receive the Agenda's via e -mail, please send your e -mail address to planning @saratosa CITY OF SARATOGA PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION MINUTES DATE: Wednesday, October 23, 2002 - 7:00 p.m. PLACE: Council Chambers /Civic Theater, 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA TYPE: Regular Meeting ROLL CALL: Commissioners Barry, Garakani, Hunter, Kurasch, Roupe, Zutshi and Chair Jackman Absent: Commissioners Barry &z Roupe Staff.: Planner Oosterhous, Director Sullivan &z Minutes Clerk Shinn PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE MINUTES: Draft Minutes from Regular Planning Commission Meeting of October 9, 2002. (APPROVED 5 -0) ORAL COMMUNICATIONS — Any member of the Public will be allowed to address the Planning Commission for up to three minutes on matters not on this agenda The law generally prohibits the Planning Commission from discussing or taking action on such items. However, the Planning Commission may instruct staff accordingly regarding Oral Communications under Planning Commission direction to Staff. REPORT OF POSTING AGENDA Pursuant to Government Code 54954.2, the agenda for this meeting was properly posted on October 17, 2002. REPORT OF APPEAL RIGHTS If you wish to appeal any decision on this Agenda, you may file an "Appeal Application" with the City Clerk within fifteen (15) calendar days of the date of the decision, pursuant to Municipal Code 15- 90.050 (b). CONSENT CALENDAR None PUBLIC HEARINGS All interested persons may appear and be heard at the above time and place. If you challenge a decision of the Planning Commission pursuant to a public hearing in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing(s) described in this agenda, or in written correspondence delivered to the Saratoga Planning Commission at, or prior to, the public hearing. In order to be included in the Planning Commission's information packets, written communication should be filed on or before the Monday, a week before the meeting. DR -01 -035, UP -01 -013, ED -01 -002 (393 -25 -022) ST.ANDREWS PARISH AND SCHOOL; 13601 Saratoga Avenue; - The applicant requests design review and use permit approval to construct new facilities for St. Andrew's School and Parish. The Planning Commission will take public testimony and will conduct a formal discussion of issues. The Planning Commission will not take action to approve or deny the project at this time. The proposed project includes the demolition of existing buildings and the construction of the following facilities: Performing Arts /Gylnnasium, Sunday School Rooms, Administration Offices, Classrooms, Clergy Offices, Parish Center, and a Bell Tower. The project also includes: a memorial garden, covered walkways, an outdoor eating area, re- grading and reconfiguring the parking lot and eliminating off -site queuing. New building construction will total 72,345 square feet and will include six new .:., structures. The existing sanctuary is to remain. (OOSTERHOUS) (CONTINUED FROM 10/9/02) (NO DECISION WAS TO BE MADE AT THIS MEETING, WILL BE HEARD ON DECEMBER 11, 2002) APPLICATION #01 -044 (403 -28 -034) - AZIZI, 18360 Purdue; - Request for Design. Review Approval to construct a two -story single - family residence on a 8,040 square foot lot. The floor area of the proposed residence and attached two -car garage is 2,923 square feet. The maximum height of the residence would be 20 feet. The site is zoned R -1- 10,000. (OOSTERHOUS) (DENIED 4 -1, HUNTER, JACKMAN, KURASCH &r ZUTSHI OPPOSED) 3. APPLICATION #02 -197 (CITYWIDE) — CITY OF SARATOGA; - The proposed Zoning Ordinance Amendment would revise side yard setback requirements for structures over 18 feet in height in the R- 1- 10,000. R- 1- 12,500, R -1- 15,000 and the R -1- 20,000 Districts. (SULLIVAN) (CONTINUED FROM 10/9/02) (APPROVED 5 -0) 4. APPLICATION #02 -210 (CITYWIDE) — CITY OF SARATOGA; - The proposed Zoning Ordinance Amendment would increase regulatory requirements related to the removal and or pruning of trees. The Amendment would also reduce the diameter of trees that would be protected by Article 15 -50 of the Saratoga Code. (SULLIVAN) (APPROVED 5 -0) 5. APPLICATION #02 -172 (CITYWIDE) — CITY OF SARATOGA; - Consistent with the provisions of the City's Housing Element of the General Plan, this Zoning Ordinance Amendment will broaden the opportunities to obtain a Use Permit for Second Dwelling Units on Residentially Zoned Properties. (SULLIVAN) (Request to be continued to December 11, 2002) (APPROVED TO BE CONTINUED 5 -0) COMMISSION ITEMS Commissioner's sub - committee reports COMMUNICATIONS WRITTEN City Council Minutes from Regular Meetings on September 4, 2002 and October 2, 2002 ADJOURNMENT AT 10:38 P.M. TO THE NEXT MEETING Wednesday, November 13, 2002, at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers /Civic Theater 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA If you would hike to receive the Agenda's via e -mail, please send your e -mail address to planning @saratoga.ca.us CITY OF SARATOGA PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION MINUTES DATE: Wednesday, October 9, 2002 - 7:00 p.m. PLACE: Council Chambers /Civic Theater, 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA TYPE: Regular Meeting ROLL CALL: Commissioners Barry, Garakani, Hunter., Kurasch, Roupe, Zutshi and Chair Jackman Absent: None Staff: Planners Oosterhous, Livingstone & Welsh, Director Sullivan and Minutes Clerk Shinn PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE MINUTES: Draft Minutes from Regular Planning Commission Meeting of September 25, 2002 (APPROVED 7 -0) ORAL COMMUNICATIONS — Any member of the Public will be allowed to address the Planning Commission for up to three minutes on matters not on this agenda. The law generally prohibits the Planning Commission from discussing or taking action on such items. However, the Plunn ing Commission may instruct staff accordingly regarding Oral Communications under Planning Commission direction to Staff f REPORT OF POSTING AGENDA Pursuant to Government Code 54954.2, the agenda for this meeting was properly posted on October 3, 2002. REPORT OF APPEAL RIGHTS If you wish to appeal any decision on this Agenda, you may file an "Appeal Application" with the City Clerk within fifteen (15) calendar days of the date of the decision, pursuant to Municipal Code 15- 90.050 (b). CONSENT CALENDAR None PUBLIC HEARINGS All interested persons may appear and be heard at the above time and place. If you challenge a decision of the Planning Commission pursuant to a public hearing in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing(s) described in this agenda, or in written correspondence delivered to the Saratoga Planning Commission at, or prior to, the public hearing. In order to be included in the Planning Commission's information packets, written communication should be filed on or before the Monday, a week before the meeting. 1. APPLICATION #02 -013 (503- 69 -02) - AMINI- MOAZENI, 13815 Pierce Road; - Request for Design. Review to demolish an existing single story house and construct a new two story house with 6,099 square feet on the main and upper levels and 2,569 square feet in the basement. The property is a 1.72 acre lot in the Hillside Residential District. The height of the structure will be 26 feet. (WELSH) (Continued from 9/11/02) (APPROVED 6 -1, KURASCH OPPOSED) 2. APPLICATION #02 -176, (Reconsideration of DR -01 -006, TUP -01 -003, and UP -01 -002 and related applications) (APN's 397 -22 -017, 397 -22 -019, 397 -22 -015, 397 -22 -012, &r 397 -22 -042) — SARATOGA FIRE DISTRICT, 14380 Saratoga Avenue &z 20473 Saratoga -Los Gatos Road: - Request for Conditional Use Permit, Design Review, Lot Line Adjustment, and General Plan Conformity Determination for vacation and abandonment of George Whalen Way (City alley located behind the existing fire station) and transfer of Heritage Plaza property from the City to the Saratoga Fire Protection District for a new fire station. with variations to setback and landscape standards. Existing fire station and building at 14380 Saratoga Avenue proposed to be demolished, temporary facilities proposed to be located at 20473 Saratoga Los Gatos Road during construction of new fire station proposed for 14380 Saratoga Avenue. (LIVINGSTONE) (Continued from 9/25/02) (DENIED 3 -3, JACKMAN RECUSED, BARRY, GARAKANI, KURASCH OPPOSED) DR -01 -035, UP -01 -013, ED -01 -002 (393 -25 -022) ST.ANDREWS PARISH AND SCHOOL; 13601 Saratoga Avenue; - The applicant requests design review and use permit approval to construct new facilities for St. Andrew's School and Parish. The Planning Commission will take public testimony and will conduct a formal discussion of issues. The Planning Commission will not take action to approve or deny the project at this time. The proposed project includes the demolition of existing buildings and the construction of the following facilities: Performing Arts /Gymnasium, Sunday School Rooms, Administration Offices, Classrooms, Clergy Offices, Parish Center, and a Bell Tower. The project also includes: a memorial garden, covered walkways, an outdoor eating area, re- grading and reconfiguring the parking lot and eliminating off -site queuing. New building construction will total 72,345 square feet and will include six new structures. The existing sanctuary is to remain. (OOSTERHOUS) (CONTINUED 7 -0 TO OCTOBER 23, 2002) 4. APPLICATION #02 -197 (CITYWIDE) — CITY OF SARATOGA; - The proposed Zoning Ordinance Ainendinent would revise side yard setback requirements for structures over 18 feet in height in the R -1- 10,000. R -1- 12,500, R- 1- 15,000 and the R -1- 20,000 Districts. (SULLIVAN) (CONTINUED 7 -0 TO OCTOBER 23, 2002) COMMISSION ITEMS Commissioner's sub - committee reports COMMUNICATIONS WRITTEN City Council Minutes from Regular Meetings on August 7, 2002 ADJOURNMENT TO NEXT MEETING Saturday, October 12, 2002, at 9:00 a.m. in the Administrative Conference Room 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA If you would. like to receive the Agenda's via e -mail, please send your e -mail. address to planning« sarato sa.ca.us CITY OF SARATOGA PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION MINUTES DATE: Wednesday, September 25, 2002 - 7:00 p.m. PLACE: Council Chambers /Civic Theater, 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA TYPE: Regular Meeting ROLL CALL: Commissioners Barry, Garakani, Hunter, Kurasch, Roupe, Zutshi and Chair Jackman Absent: None Staff.: Planner. Livingstone, Director Sullivan &t Minutes Clerk Shinn PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE MINUTES: Draft Minutes from Regular Plamiing Commission Meeting of September 11, 2002. (APPROVED 7 -0) ORAL COMMUNICATIONS — Any member of the Public will be allowed to address the Planning Commission for up to three minutes on matters not on this agenda. The law generally prohibits the Planning Commission from discussing or taking action on such items. However, the Planning Commission may instruct staff accordingly regarding Oral Communications under Planning Commission direction to Staff. REPORT OF POSTING AGENDA Pursuant to Government Code 54954.2, the agenda for this meeting was properly posted on September 19, 2002. REPORT OF APPEAL RIGHTS if you wish to appeal any decision on this Agenda, you may file an "Appeal Application" with the City Clerk within fifteen (15) calendar days of the date of the decision, pursuant to Municipal Code 15- 90.050 (b). CONSENT CALENDAR 1. APPLICATION #02 -197 (CITYWIDE) — CITY OF SARATOGA; - Adoption of a Resolution of Intent to amend the Saratoga Code as it relates to side yard setbacks. (SULLIVAN) (APPROVED 7 -0) 2. APPLICATION #02 -210 (CITYWIDE) — CITY OF SARATOGA; - Adoption of a Resolution of Intent to amend the Saratoga Code as it relates to tree regulations. (SULLIVAN) (APPROVED 7 -0) PUBLIC HEARINGS All interested persons may appear and be heard at the above time and place. If you challenge a decision of the Planning Commission pursuant to a public hearing in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing(s) described in this agenda, or in written correspondence delivered to the Saratoga Planning Commission at, or prior to, the public hearing. In order to be included in the Planning Commission's information packets, written communication should be filed on t or before the Monday, a week before the meeting. GATEWAY DESIGN GUIDELINES; - Design Guidelines for the Saratoga - Sunnyvale Road Gateway have been prepared to guide new development in this district. The streetscape improvement plan. has been adopted to address improvements within the Public street right -of- way to create a new northern gateway to the City. The Guidelines provide direction for the redevelopment and mixed -use projects that introduce a component of residential uses within the Gateway district, as provided for in the General Plan housing element. (SULLIVAN) (CONTINUED TO NOVEMBER 13, 2002) 4. APPLICATION #02 -176, (Reconsideration of DR -01 -006, TUP -01 -003, and UP -01 -002 and related applications) (APN's 397 -22 -017, 397 -22 -019, 397 -22 -015, 397 -22 -012, &r 397 -22 -042) — SARATOGA FIRE DISTRICT, 14380 Saratoga Avenue &r 20473 Saratoga -Los Gatos Road: Request for Conditional Use Permit, Design Review, Lot Line Adjustment, and General Plan Conformity Determination for vacation and abandonment of George Whalen Way (City alley located behind the existing fire station) and transfer of Heritage Plaza property from the City to the Saratoga Fire Protection District for a new fire station with variations to setback and landscape standards. Existing fire station and building at 14380 Saratoga Avenue proposed to be demolished, temporary facilities proposed to be located at 20473 Saratoga Los Gatos Road during construction of new fire station proposed for 14380 Saratoga Avenue. (LIVINGSTONE) (CONTINUED TO OCTOBER 9, 2002) COMMISSION ITEMS Commissioner's sub- committee reports COMMUNICATIONS None ADJOURNMENT AT 11:16 PM TO NEXT MEETING Wednesday, October 9, 2002, at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers /Civic Theater 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA if you would tike to receive this Agenda via e -mail, please send your e -mail address to 121ann.ing@saratoga.ca.us saratoga.ca.us CITY OF SARATOGA PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION MINUTES DATE: Wednesday, September 11, 2002 - 7:00 p.m. PLACE: Council Chambers /Civic Theater, 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA TYPE: Regular Meeting ROLL CALL: Comnussioners Barry, Garakani, Hunter, Kurasch, Roupe, Zutshi and Chair Jackman Absent: Commissioner Zutshi Staff.: Planner Oosterhous, Director Sullivan, and Minutes Clerk Shinn PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE MINUTES: Draft Minutes from Regular Planning Commission Meeting of August 28, 2002. (APPROVED 6 -0) ORAL COMMUNICATIONS — Any member of the Public will be allowed to address the Planning Commission for up to three minutes on matters not on this agenda. The law generally prohibits the Planning Commission from discussing or taking action on such items. However, the Planning Commission may instruct staff accordingly regarding Oral Communications under Planning Commission direction to Staff. REPORT OF POSTING AGENDA Pursuant to Government Code 54954.2, the agenda for this meeting was properly posted on September 5, 2002. REPORT OF APPEAL RIGHTS . If you wish to appeal any decision on this Agenda, you may file an "Appeal Application" with the City Clerk within fifteen (15) calendar days of the date of the decision, pursuant to Municipal Code 15- 90.050(b). CONSENT CALENDAR None PUBLIC HEARINGS All interested persons may appear and be heard at the above time and place. If you challenge a decision of the Planning Commission pursuant to a public hearing in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing(s) described in this agenda, or in written correspondence delivered to the Saratoga Planning Commission at, or prior to, the public hearing. In order to be included in the Planning Commission's information packets, written communication should be filed on or before the Monday, a week before the meeting. 1. APPLICATION #02 -013 (503- 69 -02) — AMINI- MOAZENI, 13815 Pierce Road; - Request for Design Review to demolish an existing single story house and construct a new two story house with 6,099 square feet on the main and upper levels and 2,569 square feet .1 in the basement. The property is a 1.72 acre lot in the Hillside Residential District. The height of the structure will be 26 feet. (WELSH) (CONTINUED TO OCTOBER 9, 2002, 6 -0) 2. APPLICATION #02 -130 (517 -13 -024) - FU, 15000 Bohlman Road; - Request for Design Review Approval to construct a two -story single - family residence on a 39,986 (net) square foot vacant lot. The floor area of the proposed residence and attached two - car garage is 5,140 square feet. The maximum height of the residence would be 26 feet. The site is zoned R- 140,000. (OOSTERHOUS) (APPROVED 6 -0) 3. APPLICATION #02 -173 (CITYWIDE) — CITY OF SARATOGA; - The proposed Zoning Ordinance Amendment would amend the Tree Removal Ordinance by requiring a person removing a tree to be able to produce a copy of an approved Tree Removal Permit. (SULLIVAN) (APPROVED 6 -0) 4. APPLICATION #02 -124 (CITYWIDE) — CITY OF SARATOGA; - The proposed Zoning Ordinance Amendment would amend the Section 15- 19.020 (f) (4) to include provisions that would allow the review and approval of design and materials used in required sound walls. (SULLIVAN) (APPROVED 6 -0) COMMISSION ITEMS Commissioner's sub - committee reports Consideration and approval of Resolution MODIFICATION) No. 02 -043 (APPROVED WITH SLIGHT COMMUNICATIONS WRITTEN City Council Minutes from Regular Meetings on July 17, 2002 ADJOURNMENT AT 9:14 PM TO NEXT MEETING Wednesday, September 25, 2002, at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers /Civic Theater 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA If you would like to receive this Agenda via e -mail, please send your e -mail address to planning « sarato ag ca.us 4" CITY OF SARATOGA PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION MINUTES DATE: Wednesday, August 28, 2002 - 7:00 p.m. PLACE: Council Chambers /Civic Theater, 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA TYPE: Regular Meeting ROLL CALL: Commissioners Barry, Garakani, Hunter, Kurasch, Roupe, Zutshi and Chair Jackman Absent: None Staff: Planners Oosterhous &z Welsh, Director Sullivan and Minutes Clerk Shinn PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE MINUTES: Draft Minutes from Regular Planning Commission Meeting of July 24, 2002, and draft minutes from the Study Session meeting of July 24, 2002. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS — Any member of the Public will be allowed to address the Planning Commission for up to three minutes on matters not on this agenda The law generally prohibits the Planning Commission from discussing or taking action on such items. However, the Planning Commission may instruct staff accordingly regarding Oral Communications under Planning Commission direction to Staff. REPORT OF POSTING AGENDA Pursuant to Government Code 54954.2, the agenda for this meeting was properly posted on August 23, 2002. REPORT OF APPEAL RIGHTS If you wish to appeal any decision on this Agenda, you may file an "Appeal Application" with the City Clerk within fifteen (15) calendar days of the date of the decision, pursuant to Municipal Code 15- 90.050 (b). CONSENT CALENDAR None PUBLIC HEARINGS All interested persons may appear and be heard at the above time and place. If you challenge a decision of the Planning Commission pursuant to a public hearing in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing(s) described in this agenda, or in written correspondence delivered to the Saratoga Planning Commission at, or prior to, the public hearing. In order to be included in the Planning Commission's information packets, written communication should be filed on or before the Monday, a week before the meeting. APPLICATION #02 -175, APPEAL OF ADMINISTRATIVE DECISION TO ALLOW THE CONSTRUCTION OF A CONCRETE WALL WITHIN 10 FEET OF AN OAK TREE AT 14480 OAK PLACE, (397 -22 -051) — APPEALANT, WILLIAM F. BRECK, 20375 SARATOGA —LOS GATOS ROAD; - The appeal is to have the Planning Commission reverse an Administrative Decision to allow the construction of a concrete wall within 10 feet of an oak tree pursuant to Municipal Code section 15- 50.110. (SULLIVAN) (APPROVED 7 -0) 2. DR -00 -051 & BSA -00 -003 (503 -30 -002) - WALKER, 13800 Pierce Road; - Request for Design Review and Building Site Approval to construct a two -story single - family residence on a 19,210 square foot vacant lot. The floor area of the proposed residence and attached two -car garage is 3,609 square feet. The maximum height of the residence would be 26 feet. The site is zoned Hillside Residential. (OOSTERHOUS) (APPROVED 5 -2, HUNTER & KURASH OPPOSED) APPLICATION #02 -013 (503- 69 -02) — AMINI- MOAZENI, 13815 Pierce Road; - Request for Design Review to demolish an existing single story house and construct a new two story house with 6,099 square feet on the main and upper levels and 2,569 square feet in the basement. The property is a 1.72 acre lot in the Hillside Residential District. The height of the structure will be 26 feet. (WELSH) (CONTINUED TO 9/11/02) 4. APPLICATION #UP -99 -021 (517 -10 -015 & 009) — OUR LADY OF FATIMA ASSISTED LIVING FACILITY, 20400 Saratoga -Los Gatos Road; - Resolution UP -99 -021 requires the applicant to return to the Planning Commission prior to issuance of grading and building permits in order to address: 1. Affordable living units and preference to Saratoga residents, 2. Sound levels at laundry facility, 3. Construction period traffic and parking, 4. Evening shift parking, 5. Twenty - four hour contact for complaints. The public hearing is being scheduled to address these issues. (WELSH) (APPROVED 7 -0) COMMISSION ITEMS Commissioner's sub - committee reports COMMUNICATIONS WRITTEN City Council Minutes from Regular Meetings on June 19, 2002 ADJOURNMENT AT 11:45 TO NEXT MEETING Wednesday, September 11, 2002, at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers /Civic Theater 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA e--, CITY OF SARATOGA PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION MINUTES DATE: Wednesday, July 24, 2002 - 7:00 p.m. PLACE: Council Chambers /Civic Theater, 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA TYPE: Regular Meeting ROLL CALL: Commissioners Barry, Garakani, Hunter, Kurasch, Roupe, Zutshi and Chair Jackman Absent: Commissioners Garakani and Zutshi Staff: Planners Livingstone, Vasudevan & Welsh, Director Sullivan and Minutes Clerk Shinn PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE MINUTES: Draft Minutes from Regular Planning Commission Meeting of July 10, 2002 (APPROVED 4 -0 -1, HUNTER ABSTAIN) ORAL COMMUNICATIONS —Any member of the Public will be allowed to address the Planning Commission for up to three minutes on matters not on this agenda. The law generally prohibits the Planning Commission from discussing or taking action on such items. However, the Planning Commission may instruct staff accordingly regarding Oral Communications under Planning Commission direction to Staff. REPORT OF POSTING AGENDA Pursuant to Govermnent Code 54954.2, the agenda for this meeting was properly posted on July 18, 2002. REPORT OF APPEAL RIGHTS if you wish to appeal any decision on this Agenda, you may file an "Appeal Application" with the City Clerk within fifteen (15) calendar days of the date of the decision, pursuant to Municipal Code 15- 90.050 (b). CONSENT CALENDAR None PUBLIC HEARINGS All interested persons may appear and be heard at the above time and place. If you challenge a decision of the Planning Commission pursuant to a public hearing in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing(s) described in this agenda, or in written correspondence delivered to the Saratoga Planning Commission at, or prior to, the public hearing. In order to be included in the Planning Commission's information packets, written communication should be filed on or before the Monday, a week before the meeting. 1. APPLICATION #02 -072 (397 -24 -073) — RUEHLE, 20075 Spaich Court; - Request for Design Review and Use Permit approvals to construct a 925 square foot detached pool cabana with an 861 square foot basement. The height of the structure will be 12 feet and will be located on a 49,800 (gross) square foot lot in the R -1- 20,000 zoning district. There is a 4,773 square foot single -story residence on the site. A Use Permit is required because the proposed accessory structure will be located within the rear yard setback. (VASUDEVAN) (APPROVED 5 -0) 2. APPLICATION #02 -047 (517 -19 -040) - SIADAT, 14771 Montalvo Road; Request for Modification of Approved Project to remove two provisions in the resolution for DR — 99 —006. The applicant requests that the requirement to dedicate and build a 10 -foot wide pedestrian trail on their property be omitted from the resolution of approval. The applicant requests permission to allow a five -foot high fence beyond the front yard of the property within the City right -of- way. This is a change of the requirement that a three -foot fence be permitted in the front yard of the property as permitted by resolution DR -99 -006. (WELSH) (DENIED 5 -0) 3. APPLICATION #02 -127 - CITY OF SARATOGA, Austin Way; - Request to designate all of Austin Way a Heritage Lane to preserve the existing brick roadway that was built in 1904. (LIVINGSTONE) (APPROVED 5 -0) DIRECTOR'S ITEMS None COMMISSION ITEMS Commissioner's sub - committee reports COMMUNICATIONS None ADJOURNMENT AT I0:30 PM TO NEXT MEETING Wednesday, August 14, 2002, at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers /Civic Theater 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA If you would like to receive this Agenda via e-mail, please send your e -mail address to planning(cDsarato a.ca.us .j CITY OF SARATOGA PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION MINUTES DATE: Wednesday, July 10, 2002 - 7:00 p.m. PLACE: Council Chambers /Civic Theater, 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA TYPE: Regular Meeting ROLL CALL: Commissioners Barry, Garakani, Hunter, Kurasch, Roupe, Zutshi and Chair Jackman Absent: Commissioners Hunter & Zutshi Staff: Planners Oosterhous & Welsh, Director Sullivan, and Minutes Clerk Shinn PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE MINUTES: Draft Minutes from Regular Planning Commission Meeting of June 26, 2002 ORAL COMMUNICATIONS — Any member of the Public will be allowed to address the Planning Commission for up to three minutes on matters not on this agenda. The law generally prohibits the Planning Commission from discussing or taking action on such items. However, the Planning Commission may instruct staff accordingly regarding Oral Communications under Planning Commission direction to Staff. REPORT OF POSTING AGENDA Pursuant to Government Code 54954.2, the agenda for this meeting was properly posted on July 3, 2002. REPORT OF APPEAL RIGHTS If you wish to appeal any decision on this Agenda, you may file an "Appeal Application" with the City Clerk within fifteen (15) calendar days of the date of the decision, pursuant to Municipal Code 15- 90.050 (b). CONSENT CALENDAR None PUBLIC HEARINGS All interested persons may appear and be heard at the above time and place. If you challenge a decision of the Planning Commission pursuant to a public hearing in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing(s) described in this agenda, or in written correspondence delivered to the Saratoga Planning Commission at, or prior to, the public hearing. In order to be included in the Planning Commission's information packets, written communication should be filed on or before the Monday, a week before the meeting. J, 1. APPLICATION #02 -015 (503 -72 -034) —HSU, 21775 Congress Hall Lane; - Request for Design Review approval to add 1,840 square feet to an existing 4,325 square foot house for a total area of 6,165 square feet on a 2.78 acre property. The maximum height of the addition will be 18 feet. The property is located in the Hillside Residential zoning district. (WELSH) (APPROVED 5 -0) 2. APPLICATION #02 -045 (503 -78 -004) — BLAETTLER CONSTRUCTION INC., 21888 Villa Oaks Lane; - Request for Design Review approval to construct a 5,825 square foot two story home with 1,346 square foot basement on a 1.01 acre property. The maximum height of the structure is 26 feet. The property is located in the Hillside Residential zoning district. (WELSH) (APPROVED 5 -0) 3. DR -00 -051 & BSA -00 -003 (503 -30 -002) - WALKER, 13800 Pierce Road; - Request for Design Review and Building Site Approval to construct a two -story single - family residence on a 19,210 square foot vacant lot. The floor area of the proposed residence and attached two -car garage is 3,609 square feet. The maximum height of the residence would be 26 feet. The site is zoned Hillside Residential. (OOSTERHOUS) (APPROVED 4 -1 TO CONTINUE TO AUGUST 14, ROUPE OPPOSED) 4. APPLICATION #02 -035 (503 -72 -014) — LUI, 14805 Masson Court; - Request for an extension of approved plans to construct a 6,500 square foot two- story residence on a vacant lot. The maximum height of the residence will be 26 feet. The site is 87,712 square feet and is located within the Hillside Residential zoning district. The previous Design Review application was approved by Planning Commission. The approval was appealed to the City Council by neighboring property owners. Council denied the appeal on May 17, 2000. (OOSTERHOUS) (APPROVED 5 -0 TO CONTINUE TO DATE UNCERTAIN) DIRECTOR'S ITEMS None COMMISSION ITEMS Commissioner's sub - committee reports COMMUNICATIONS - None ADJOURNMENT AT 10:48 PMTO NEXT MEETING Wednesday, July 24, 2002, at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers /Civic Theater 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA If you would like to receive this Agenda via e -mail, please send your e -mail address to planning�aNarato ag ca.us CITY OF SARATOGA PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION MINUTES DATE: Wednesday, June 26, 2002 - 7:00 p.m. PLACE: Council Chambers /Civic Theater, 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA TYPE: Regular Meeting ROLL CALL: Commissioners Barry, Garakani, Hunter, Kurasch, Roupe, Zutshi and Chair Jackman Absent: Commissioner Zutshi and Chair Jackman Staff: Planners Oosterhous & Welsh, Director Sullivan, and Minutes Clerk Shinn PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE MINUTES: Draft Minutes from Regular Planning Commission Meeting of June 12, 2002 (APPROVED 4 -0 -1, ROUPE ABSTAIN) ORAL COMMUNICATIONS — Any member of the Public will be allowed to address the Planning Commission for up to three minutes on matters not on this agenda. The law generally prohibits the Planning Commission from discussing or taking action on such items. However, the Planning Commission may instruct staff accordingly regarding Oral Communications under Planning Commission direction to Staff. REPORT OF POSTING AGENDA Pursuant to Government Code 54954.2, the agenda for this meeting was properly posted on June 16, 2002. REPORT OF APPEAL RIGHTS If you wish to appeal any decision on this Agenda, you may file an "Appeal Application" with the City Clerk within fifteen (15) calendar days of the date of the decision, pursuant to Municipal Code 15- 90.050 (b). CONSENT CALENDAR None PUBLIC HEARINGS All interested persons may appear and be heard at the above time and place. If you challenge a decision of the Planning Commission pursuant to a public hearing in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing(s) described in this agenda, or in written correspondence delivered to the Saratoga Planning Commission at, or prior to, the public hearing. In order to be included in the Planning Commission's information packets, written communication should be filed on or before the Monday, a week before the meeting. DR -00 -051 & BSA -00 -003 (503 -30 -002) - WALKER, 13800 Pierce Road; - Request for Design Review and Building Site Approval to construct a two -story single - family residence on a 19,210 square foot vacant lot. The floor area of the proposed residence and attached two -car garage is 3,609 square feet. The maximum height of the residence would be 26 feet. The site is zoned Hillside Residential. (OOSTERHOUS) (APPROVED TO CONTINUE TO JULY 10, 2002,5-0) APPLICATION #02 -020 (410 -40 -018) — HUYNH,15120 Quito Road; - Request for Design Review Approval to demolish an existing 2,214 square foot single - family residence on a 43,342 square foot lot. The floor area of the new residence including the basement and attached garage will be 6,937 square feet. The maximum height of the residence will be 25 feet. The site is located in the R -1- 40,000 zoning district. (WELSH) (APPROVED 5 -0) 3. APPLICATION #02 -056 (397 -06 -080) — CHANDRA, 18595 Woodbank Way; - Request for Design Review Approval for an addition to a 4,765 square foot single - family residence on a 44,451 square foot lot. The addition will add approximately 422 square feet to the main floor, 472 to the lower level, and 441 square feet to the new garage. The maximum height of the residence will be 26 feet. The site is located in the R -1- 40,000 zoning district. (WELSH) (APPROVED 5 -0) 4. APPLICATION #02 -082 (Citywide) — CITY OF SARATOGA; - The proposed Zoning Ordinance Amendment would establish Development Standards for Mixed Use Developments. These standards address density, unit size, ratio of commercial square footage to residential square footage and compatibility to existing residential and/or commercial development. (SULLIVAN) (APPROVED TO CONTINUE TO OCTOBER 23,2002,5-0) DIRECTOR'S ITEMS None COMMISSION ITEMS Commissioner's sub - committee reports Appoint Planning Commissioner to Gateway Task Force sub - committee (ROUPE APPOINTED) COMMUNICATIONS None ADJOURNMENT AT 10:05 PM TO THE NEXT MEETING Wednesday, July 10, 2002, at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers /Civic Theater 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA If you would like to receive this Agenda via e -mail, please send your e -mail address to planriing@saratoga.ca.us 1. CITY OF SARATOGA PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION MINUTES DATE: Wednesday, June 12, 2002 - 7:00 p.m. PLACE: Council Chambers /Civic Theater, 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA TYPE: Regular Meeting ROLL CALL: Commissioners Barry, Garakani, Hunter, Kurasch, Roupe, Zutshi and Chair Jackman Absent: Commissioner Roupe and Chair Jackman Staff: Planner Livingstone, Director Sullivan, and Minutes Clerk Shinn PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE MINUTES: Draft Minutes from Regular Planning Commission Meeting of May 22, 2002 (APPROVED 4' -1 -0) ORAL COMMUNICATIONS — Any member of the Public will be allowed to address the Planning Commission for up to three minutes on matters not on this agenda. The law generally prohibits the Planning Commission from discussing or taking action on such items. However, the Planning Commission may instruct staff accordingly regarding Oral Communications under Planning Commission direction to Staff. REPORT OF POSTING AGENDA Pursuant to Government Code 54954.2, the agenda for this meeting was properly posted on June 6, 2002. REPORT OF APPEAL RIGHTS If you wish to appeal any decision on this Agenda, you may file an "Appeal Application" with the City Clerk within fifteen (15) calendar days of the date of the decision, pursuant to Municipal Code 15- 90.050 (b). CONSENT CALENDAR None PUBLIC HEARINGS All interested persons may appear and be heard at the above time and place. If you challenge a decision of the Planning Commission pursuant to a public hearing in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing(s) described in this agenda, or in written correspondence delivered to the Saratoga Planning Commission at, or prior to, the public hearing. In order to be included in the Planning Commission's information packets, written communication should be filed on or before the Monday, a week before the meeting. 1. APPEAL OF ADMINISTRATIVE DECSION TO ISSUE A TREE REMOVAL PERMIT - BILL BRECK, 20375 SARATOGA -LOS GATOS ROAD; The appeal is to have the Planning Commission reverse an Administrative Decision to allow the removal of two Monterey Pines located at 14480 Oak Street. (APPEAL DENIED 5 -0) App. # 02 -034 (397 -06 -087) - NEQUIST,14633 Quito Road; - Request for Design Review approval to demolish the existing 3,821 square foot house and build a new single -story 5,847 square foot house with three car garage. (LIVINGSTONE) (APPROVED 5 -0) 3. App. # 02 -055 (389 -06 -002) - STURLA, Saratoga Creek Drive; - Request for a 36- month time extension to the approval of SDR 99 -006 a 2 -lot land division in the Professional- Administrative Office Zoned District. The property is located on Saratoga Creek drive just south of Cox Avenue. (SULLIVAN) (APPROVED 5 -0) 4. App. # 02 -023 (397 -06 -075) - HILLS, 18588 Woodbank Way; - Request for Design Review approval to substantially remodel the existing single -story house. A portion of the existing house will be demolished and rebuilt in approximately the same location. The remodeled portion will include a new 1,438 square foot basement. The total proposed house size with garage and accessory structures will not change. (LIVINGSTONE) (APPROVED 5 -0) NON - PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS 5. GATEWAY DESIGN GUIDELINES; - Design Guidelines for the Saratoga - Sunnyvale Road Gateway have been prepared to guide new development in this district. The streetscape improvement plan has been adopted to address improvements within the Public street right -of -way to create a new northern gateway to the City. The Guidelines provide direction for the design of mixed -use projects that introduce a component of residential uses within the Gateway district, as provided for in the General Plan housing element. (The Planning Commission directed Staff to facilitate one additional Task Force Meeting and to contact all members who participated in the past year to give them a draft copy of the Design Guidelines. The Task Force is to report back the findings and comments of the members in mid - August and to hold a fully noticed Public Hearing September 25, 2002) DIRECTOR'S ITEMS None COMMISSION ITEMS Commissioner's sub - committee reports COMMUNICATIONS Written - Minutes from Regular City Council Meetings of March 20, April 17 and May 7, 2002. ADJOURNMENT AT 10:50 PM TO THE NEXT MEETING Wednesday, June 26, 2002, at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers /Civic Theater 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA CITY OF SARATOGA PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION MINUTES DATE: Wednesday, May 22, 2002 - 7:00 p.m. PLACE: Council Chambers /Civic Theater, 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA TYPE: Regular Meeting ROLL CALL: Commissioners Barry, Garakani, Hunter., Kurasch, Roupe, Zutshi and Chair. Jackman. Absent: Commissioners Barry & Roupe Staff: Planner Vasudevan, Director Sullivan, and Minutes Clerk Shinn PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE MINUTES: Draft Minutes from Regular Planning Commission Meeting of May 8, 2002 (APPROVED 5 -0) ORAL COMMUNICATIONS — Any member of the Public will be allowed to address the Planning Commission for up to three minutes on matters not on this agenda. The law generally prohibits the Planning Commission from discussing or taking action on such items. However, the Planning Commission may instruct staff accordingly regarding Oral Communications under Planning Commission direction to Staff. REPORT OF POSTING AGENDA Pursuant to Government Code 54954.2, the agenda for this meeting was properly posted on May 16, 2002. REPORT OF APPEAL RIGHTS If you wish to appeal any decision on this Agenda, you may file an "Appeal Application" with the City Clerk within fifteen (15) calendar days of the date of the decision, pursuant to Municipal Code 15- 90.050 (b). CONSENT CALENDAR None PUBLIC HEARINGS All interested persons may appear and be heard at the above time and place. If you challenge a decision of the Planning Commission pursuant to a public hearing in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing(s) described in this agenda, or in written correspondence delivered to the Saratoga Planning Commission at, or prior to, the public hearing. In order to be included in the Planning Commission's information packets, written communication should be filed on or before the Monday, a week before the meeting. 1. Application #02 -029 (397 -17 -014) - ANDERSON, 19571 Farwell Ave.; - Request for Design Review Approval to demolish the main structure and construct a new 4,641 square foot single -story residence. The height of the structure will be 26 feet. The existing guesthouse, greenhouse and workshop on the site will remain. The 43,168 square foot site is located in the R -1- 40,000 zoning district. (VASUDEVAN) (APPROVED 5 -0) 2. Application #02 -040 (503 -20 -083) - CHYAN, 20870 Verde Vista Lane; - Request for Design Review Approval to construct a 5,118 square foot two -story residence with a 602 square foot basement. The height of the structure will be 26 feet. The proposed residence will replace a two -story home that was demolished in conjunction with a previous Administrative Design Review Approval. The 43,264 (gross) square foot site is located in the R -1- 40,000 zoning district. (VASUDEVAN) (APPROVED 3 -2, KURASCH & GARAKANI OPPOSED) 3. Application #02 -083 — CITY OF SARATOGA — Saratoga Woods Neighborhood; - The proposed Zoning Ordinance Amendment would limit existing single story dwellings to single story. An Environmental Initial Study is available for review at the City of Saratoga in the Community Development Department. (SULLIVAN) (APPROVED 5 -0) DIRECTOR'S ITEMS 4. Report on Inconsistencies between the Zoning Code and the Planning Department Handouts. (SULLIVAN) (DIRECTION GIVEN) COMMISSION ITEMS Commissioner's sub - committee reports COMMUNICATIONS Written - Minutes from Regular City Council Meetings of April 17, 2002 and Adjourned Meeting of May 7, 2002. ADJOURNMENT AT 10:02 PM TO NEXT MEETING Wednesday, June 12, 2002, at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers /Civic Theater 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA if you would like to receive this Agenda via e -mail, please send your e -mail address to planning @saratoga.ca.us 1 CITY OF SARATOGA PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION MINUTES DATE: Wednesday, May 8, 2002 - 7:00 p.m. PLACE: Council Chambers /Civic Theater, 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA TYPE: Regular Meeting ROLL CALL: Commissioners Garakani, Jackman, Hunter, Kurasch, Roupe, and Zutshi A13SENT: Chair Barry STAFF: Planner Welsh, Director Sullivan, and Minutes Clerk Shinn PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE MINUTES: Draft Minutes from Regular Planning Commission Meeting of April 10, 2002 and April 24, 2002: on motion of Commissioner Roupe, seconded by Commissioner Hunter the minutes of April 10, 2002 were approved as corrected, Commissioner Kurasch abstained. On motion of Commissioner Kurasch, seconded by Commissioner Garakani the minutes of April 24, 2002 were approved, Commissioner Roupe abstained. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS — Any member of thePublic will be allowed to address the Planning Commission for up to three minutes on matters not on this agenda. The law generally prohibits the Planning Commission from discussing or taking action on such items. However, the Planning Commission may instruct staff accordingly regarding Oral Communications under.Planning Commission direction to Staff. REPORT OF POSTING AGENDA Pursuant to Government Code 54954.2, the agenda for this meeting was properly posted on May 2, 2002. Director. Sullivan gave the report. REPORT OF APPEAL RIGHTS If you wish to appeal any decision on this Agenda, you may file an "Appeal Application" with the City Clerk within fifteen (15) calendar days of the date of the decision, pursuant to Municipal Code 15- 90.050 (b). Acting Chair Jackman gave the report CONSENT CALENDAR None PUBLIC HEARINGS All interested persons may appear and be heard at the above time and place. If you challenge a decision of the Planning Commission pursuant to a public hearing in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing(s) described in this agenda, or in written correspondence delivered to the Saratoga Planning Commission at, or prior to, the public hearing. In order to be included in the Planning Commission's information packets, written communication should be filed on or before the Monday, a week before the meeting. 1. Application #02 -025 (386 -01 -008) YEH, 20444 Prospect Road; - Continuation of a request for a Conditional Use Permit to establish a 1,500 square foot Institutional Use for the purposes of teaching second languages, delivering the gospel message and other enrichment programs. The building contains 2,500 square feet and is zoned CV- Commercial, the lot is 18,590 square feet and the property has 10 parking spaces. (WELSH) (APPROVED 6 -0) 2. Application #02 -073 (517 -09 -069) POLLACK, 14500 -14550 Big Basin Way; Conditional Use Permit application to allow an existing real estate office to expand into the adjacent 1400 square foot storefront along Big Basin Way. The building is located in the CH -1 Commercial District. The lot size is .30 acre, the building contains 9051 square feet and the property has 17 parking spaces. (WELSH) (DENIED 4 -2 -0, JACKMAN ABSTAINED) 3. Application #02 -058 (CITYWIDE) - SARATOGA PLANNING COMMISSION; - Zoning Ordinance Amendment regarding development standards for basements. The proposed Zoning Ordinance Amendment will include: a revised definition of "basement "; provide a definition of "lightwell"; specify setback and size requirements; and specify planning review requirements for proposed basements. (VASUDEVAN) (CONTINUED FROM 4/24/02) (APPROVED 6 -0) 4. Application #02 -080 (386 -26 -080) - CITY OF SARATOGA, 19848 Prospect Avenue; - General Plan Land Use Map Amendment from Quasi Public Facilities to Public Facilities. The proposed General Plan Land Use Map Amendment would allow the City to own and utilize the property in a manner consistent with the provisions of the City's General Plan. The Land Use Element of the General Plan indicates that properties designated Quasi Public Facility can not be controlled by a publicly elected governing board. (APPROVED 6 -0, CHAIR BARRY ABSENT) DIRECTOR'S ITEMS None COMMISSION ITEMS Commissioner's sub - committee reports — COMMISSIONER HUNTER GAVE A REPORT ON THE DESIGN REVIEW STREAMLINING COMMITTEE Election of new Chair and Vice -Chair - COMMISSIONER JACKMAN ELECTED CHAIR AND COMMISIONER KURASCH WAS ELECTED VICE -CHAIR COMMUNICATIONS Written - Minutes from Regular City Council Meetings of April 3, 2002 ADJOURNMENT AT 8:56 PM TO NEXT MEETING Wednesday, May 22, 2002, at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers /Civic Theater 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA CITY OF SARATOGA PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION MINUTES DATE: Wednesday, April 24, 2002 - 7:00 p.m. PLACE: Council Chambers /Civic Theater, 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA TYPE: Regular Meeting ROLL CALL: Commissioners Garakani, Jackman, Hunter, Kurasch, Roupe, Zutshi and Chair Barry Absent: Commissioner Roupe and Chair Barry Staff: Planners Livingstone, Vasudevan, and Welsh, Director Sullivan, and Minutes Clerk Shinn PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE MINUTES: Draft Minutes from Regular Planning Commission Meeting of April 10, 2002 ORAL COMMUNICATIONS — Any member of the Public will be allowed to address the Planning Commissionfor up to three minutes on matters not on this agenda. The law generally prohibits the Planning Commission from discussing or taking action on such items. However, the Planning Commission may instruct staff accordingly regarding Oral Communications under Planning Commission direction to Staff. REPORT OF POSTING AGENDA Pursuant to Government Code 54954.2, the agenda for this meeting was properly posted on April 18, 2002. REPORT OF APPEAL RIGHTS If. you wish to appeal any decision on this Agenda, you may file an "Appeal Application" with the City Clerk within fifteen (15) calendar days of the date of the decision, pursuant to Municipal Code 15- 90.050 (b). CONSENT CALENDAR PUBLIC HEARINGS All interested persons may appear and be heard at the above time and place. If you challenge a decision of the Planning Commission pursuant to a public hearing in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing(s) described in this agenda, or in written correspondence delivered to the Saratoga Planning Commission at, or prior to, the public hearing. In order to be included in the Planning Commission's information packets, written communication should be filed on or before the Monday, a week before the meeting. 1. Application #02 -021 (CITYWIDE) — SARATOGA PLANNING COMMISSION; - The proposed Zoning Ordinance Amendment to create standards to permit small wind energy conversion systems in accordance with State Assembly Bill 1207. (WELSH) (APPROVED 5 -0) Application #02 -058 (CITYWIDE) - SARATOGA PLANNING COMMISSION; - Zoning Ordinance Amendment regarding development standards for basements. The proposed Zoning Ordinance Amendment will include: a revised definition of "basement "; provide a definition of "lightwell"; specify setback and size requirements; and specify planning review requirements for proposed basements. (VASUDEVAN) (APPROVED TO CONTINUE 5 -0 TO MAY 8, 2002) 3. Application #02 -042 (397 -25 -060) - SANQUINI, 14087 Loma Rio Drive; - Request for Design Review and Variance approval to add 294 square feet to the existing first floor of the house and 501 square feet for a new second floor. The addition would add 795 square feet to the existing 1,504 square foot residence with an existing attached 440 square foot garage. The total proposed house size with garage would be 2,739 square feet. The maximum allowed floor area for this parcel is 2,444 square feet; therefore, the applicant is applying for a 295 square foot Variance. (LIVINGSTONE) (APPROVED 5 -0) DIRECTOR'S ITEMS Clarification of the Planning Commission's direction regarding the re- polling of property owners in the Saratoga Woods and Brookview Neighborhoods. NEW BUSINESS None COMMISSION ITEMS Commissioner's sub - committee reports COMMUNICATIONS Written - Minutes from Regular City Council Meetings of February 12, 2002 and March 12, 2002 ADJOURNMENT AT 8:15 PM TO NEXT MEETING Wednesday, May 8, 2002, at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers /Civic Theater 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA If you would like to receive this Agenda via e -mail, please send your e -mail address to planning @saratoga.ca.us j ___% CITY OF SARATOGA PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION MINUTES DATE: Wednesday, April 10, 2002 - 7:00 p.m. PLACE: Council Chambers /Civic Theater, 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA TYPE: Regular Meeting ROLL CALL: Commissioners Garakani, Jackman, Hunter, Kurasch, Roupe, Zutshi and Chair Barry ABSENT: Commissioners Zutshi and Kurash STAFF: Director Sullivan, Planner Welsh, and Minutes Clerk Shinn PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE MINUTES: Draft Minutes from Regular Planning Commission Meeting of March 27, 2002 ORAL COMMUNICATIONS — Any member of the Public will be allowed to address the Planning Commission for up to three minutes on matters not on this agenda. The law generally prohibits the Planning Commission from discussing or taking action on such items. However, the Planning Commission may instruct staff accordingly regarding Oral Communications under Planning Commission direction to Staff. REPORT OF POSTING AGENDA Pursuant to Government Code 54954.2, the agenda for this meeting was properly posted on April 4, 2002. REPORT OF APPEAL RIGHTS If you wish to appeal any decision on this Agenda, you may file an "Appeal Application" with the City Clerk within fifteen (15) calendar days of the date of the decision, pursuant to Municipal Code 15- 90.050 (b). CONSENT CALENDAR PUBLIC HEARINGS All interested persons may appear and be heard at the above time and place. If you challenge a decision of the Planning Commission pursuant to a public hearing in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing(s) described in this agenda, or in written correspondence delivered to the Saratoga Planning Commission at, or prior to, the public hearing. In order to be included in the Planning Commission's information packets, written communication should be filed on or before the Monday, a week before the meeting. DR -01 -021, BSA -01 -002 & V -01 -012 (517 -14 -080) - HUSTED, Kittridge Road; - Request for Design Review and Building Site Approval to construct a two -story craftsman style, single - family residence on. a vacant lot. The floor area of the proposed residence and attached two -car garage is 4,810 square feet. The maximum height of the residence would be 26 feet. The site is zoned Hillside Residential. A variance is .z requested in order to construct retaining walls in excess of five feet. An. exception is also requested to exceed one thousand cubic yards of cut and fill. (OOSTERHOUS) (APPROVED 4 -1, HUNTER OPPOSED) 2. Application x#02 -049 (397 -06 -069) - BUSH, 18627 Ambleside Lane; - Request for Design Review and Variance Approval to replace a detached garage, which was destroyed by fire. A setback variance is requested to replace the 13 foot high, 693 square foot garage within the rear and side yard setbacks. The garage is to be located within 10 feet of the rear and side yard boundaries, which is nonconforming since the required setbacks are 20 feet for the side yard and 50 feet for the rear yard. The property is located in the R -1- 40,000 zoning district. (WELSH) (APPROVED 5 -0) DIRECTOR'S ITEMS NEW BUSINESS Discussion and direction regarding the polling results for single -story overlay in the SaratogaWoods and Brookview Neighborhoods. (SULLIVAN) (MOVE FORWARD WITH SARATOGA WOODS FIRST, AND RE -POLL NON - RESPONDENTS) COMMISSION ITEMS Commissioner's sub - committee reports • Ordinance Review - Review of the initial topical areas that the Subcommittee will address. (SULLIVAN) (Continued from April 10, 2002) COMMUNICATIONS Written - Minutes from Regular City Council Meetings of February 6, 2002 and March 6, 2002. ADJOURNMENT AT 10:10 PMTO NEXT MEETING Wednesday, April 24, 2002, at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers /Civic Theater 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA 1 CITY OF SARATOGA PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION MINUTES DATE: Wednesday, March 27, 2002 - 7:00 p.m. PLACE: Council Chambers /Civic Theater, 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA TYPE: Regular Meeting ROLL CALL: Commissioners Garakani, Jackman, Hunter, Kurasch, Roupe, Zutshi and Chair Barry ABSENT: Director Sullivan STAFF: Planners Livingstone &z Welsh, and Minutes Clerk Shinn PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE MINUTES: Draft Minutes from Regular Planning Commission Meeting of March 13, 2002 ORAL COMMUNICATIONS — Any member of the Public will be allowed to address the Planning Commission for up to three minutes on matters not on this agenda. The law generally prohibits the Planning Commission from discussing or taking action on such items. However, the Planning Commission may instruct staff accordingly regarding Oral Communications under Planning Commission direction to Staff. REPORT OF POSTING AGENDA Pursuant to Government Code 54954.2, the agenda for this meeting was properly posted on March 22, 2002. REPORT OF APPEAL RIGHTS If you wish to appeal any decision on this Agenda, you may file an "Appeal Application" with the City Clerk within fifteen (15) calendar days of the date of the decision, pursuant to Municipal Code 15- 90.050 (b). CONSENT CALENDAR 1. GARROD FARMS, 22600 Mount Eden Road (503 -10 -028); - To approve the Resolution which found the Garrod Farm project to be consistent with the City of Saratoga's General Plan. (LIVINGSTONE) (APPROVED 7 -0) PUBLIC HEARINGS All interested persons may appear and be heard at the above time and place. If you challenge a decision of the Planning Commission pursuant to a public hearing in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing(s) described in this agenda, or in written correspondence delivered to the Saratoga Planning Commission at, or prior to, the public hearing. In order to be included in the Planning Commission's information packets, written communication should be filed on or before the Monday, a week before the meeting. Application #02 -025 (386 -01 -008) YEH, 20444 Prospect Road; - Request for a Conditional Use Permit to establish a 1,500 square foot Institutional Use for the purposes of teaching second languages, delivering the gospel message and other enrichment programs. The building contains 2,500 square feet and is zoned CV- Commercial, the lot is 18,590 square feet and the property has 10 parking spaces. (WELSH) (CONTINUED TO DATE UNCERTAIN FOR TRAFFIC STUDY) 3. Application #02 -008 (366- 027 -003) HSU /BURROUGHS, 20802 Norada Court; - Request for Design Review Approval to create a second -story addition to the existing residence, and Variance to the "floor area reduction rule ". The existing home, in the R- 1- 12,500 District, contains 2,769 square feet on a 12, 712 square foot lot. The proposed home contains a 651 square foot second story and proposes a 216 square foot addition to the first floor for a total area of 3,636 square feet. (WELSH) (APPROVED 7 -0, VARIANCE DENIED) 4. Application #02 -044 (386 -52 -032 &r 033) MAMMINI CORPORATION; LONGAY GUITAR CENTER (Tenant), 12302 Saratoga - Sunnyvale Road; - Request for a Conditional Use Permit to conduct music classes in an existing 1,733 square foot commercial space located in the Neighborhood Commercial (C -N) Zoning District. (VASUDEVAN) (APPROVED 7 -0) 5. Application #02 -047 (517 -19 -040) SIADAT, 14771 Montalvo Road; Request for Modification of Approved Project to remove a provision in the resolution for DR - 99 -006 which permitted construction of their new home. The applicant requests that the requirement to dedicate and build a 10 -foot wide pedestrian trail on their property, parallel to Saratoga - Los Gatos Road be omitted from the resolution approving the home, which is now built. (WELSH) (APPROVED TO CONTINUE TO DATE UNCERTAIN 7 -0) DIRECTOR ITEMS Explanation of Santa Clara County referral process. COMMISSION ITEMS Commissioner's sub - committee reports • Energy Efficiency - Review Conservation Element of the General Plan and consider adopting an Energy Element to form the basis for energy conservation ordinances. (LIVINGSTONE) COMMUNICATIONS ADJOURNMENT AT 10:45 PM TO NEXT MEETING Wednesday, April 10, 2002, at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers /Civic Theater 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA CITY OF SARATOGA PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION MINUTES DATE: Wednesday, March 13, 2002 - 7:00 p.m. PLACE: Council Chambers /Civic Theater, 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA TYPE: Regular Meeting ROLL CALL: Commissioners Garakani, Jackman, Hunter, Kurasch, Roupe, Zutshi and Chair Barry ABSENT: None STAFF: Planners Livingstone &r Vasudevan, Director Sullivan, and Minutes Clerk Shinn PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE MINUTES : Draft Minutes from Regular Planning Commission Meeting of February 27, 2002 ORAL COMMUNICATIONS — Any memberof the Public will be allowed to address the Planning Commission forup to three minutes on matters not on this agenda. The law generally prohibits the Planning Commission from discussing or taking action on such items. However, the Planning Commission may instruct staff accordingly regarding Oral Communications under Planning Commission direction to Staff. REPORT OF POSTING AGENDA Pursuant to Government Code 54954.2, the agenda for this meeting was properly posted on March 7, 2002. REPORT OF APPEAL RIGHTS If you wish to appeal any decision on this Agenda, you may file an "Appeal Application" with the City Clerk within fifteen (15) calendar days of the date of the decision, pursuant to Municipal Code 15- 90.050 (b). CONSENT CALENDAR PUBLIC HEARINGS All interested persons may appear and be heard at the above time and place. If you challenge a decision of the Planning Commission pursuant to a public hearing in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing(s) described in this agenda, or in written correspondence delivered to the Saratoga Planning Commission at, or prior to, the public hearing. In order to be included in the Planning Commission's information packets, written communication should be filed on or before the Monday, a week before the meeting. Application #02 -025 (517 -09 -020) DEERFIELD REALTY CORPORATION, 20514 Saratoga -Los Gatos Road; - Request for a Conditional Use Permit to establish an 3,682 square foot orthodontics office in a portion of an existing office building that has a 4,282 square foot main level and a 1,015 square foot basement. The applicant proposes to add 320 square feet to the main level of the building. The office building is located in the CH -1 zoning district. (VASUDEVAN) (APPROVED 7 -0) J1. Application #02 -007 (Citywide) - Resolution Amending the Zoning Requirements related to Rear Yard Setbacks for Two Story Dwellings; - The Planning Commission has requested that it consider amending the language of the Zoning Ordinance that regulates rear yard setbacks for two story dwellings. Currently the minimum yard requirements differ for lots that have been developed prior to May 15, 1992 vs. vacant lot and lots created after May 15,1992. The ordinance also has different setbacks for single -story and multi -story dwellings. (SULLIVAN) (APPROVAL OF RECOMMENDATION TO CITY COUNCIL, 4 -3, BARRY, HUNTER, AND KURASH OPPOSED) DIRECTOR ITEMS NONE COMMISSION ITEMS Commissioner's sub - committee reports • Basements - Consider adopting new Zoning Ordinance requirements regarding the construction of basements. (VASUDEVAN) • Energy Efficiency - Review Conservation Element of the General Plan and consider adopting an Energy Element to form the basis for energy conservation ordinances. (LIVINGSTONE) (CONTINUED TO APRIL 10, 2002) • Ordinance Review - Review of the initial topical areas that the Subcommittee will address. (SULLIVAN) (CONTINUED TO APRIL 10, 2002) COMMUNICATIONS Written - Minutes from Regular City Council Meetings of January 16, 2002 and February 20, 2002. ADJOURNMENT AT 10:43 PM TO NEXT MEETING Wednesday, March 27, 2002, Council Chambers /Civic Theater 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA CITY OF SARATOGA PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION MINUTES DATE: Wednesday, February 27, 2002 - 7:00 p.rn. PLACE: Council Chambers /Civic Theater, 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA TYPE: Regular Meeting ROLL CALL: Commissioners Garakani, Jackman, Hunter, Kurasch, Roupe, Zutshi and Chair Barry ABSENT: Commissioners Jackman &e Zutshi, and Director Sullivan STAFF: Planners Oosterhous &c Welsh, and Minutes Clerk Shinn PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE MINUTES: Draft Minutes from Regular Planning Commission Meeting of February 13, 2002 ORAL COMMUNICATIONS — Any member of the Public will be allowed to address the Planning Commission for up to three minutes on matters not on this agenda. The law generally prohibits the Planning Commission from discussing or taking action on such items. However, the Planning Commission may instruct staff accordingly regarding Oral Communications under Planning Commission direction to Staff REPORT OF POSTING AGENDA Pursuant to Government Code 54954.2, the agenda for this meeting was properly posted on February 21, 2002. REPORT OF APPEAL RIGHTS If you wish to appeal any decision on this Agenda, you may file an "Appeal Application" with the City Clerk within fifteen (15) calendar days of the date of the decision, pursuant to Municipal Code 15- 90.050 (b). CONSENT CALENDAR PUBLIC HEARINGS All interested persons may, appear and be heard at the above time and place. If you challenge a decision of the Planning Commission pursuant to a public hearing in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing(s) described in this agenda, or in written correspondence delivered to the Saratoga Planning Commission at, or prior to, the public hearing. In order to be included in the Planning Commission's information packets, written communication should be filed on or before the Monday, a week before the meeting. DR -01 -045 (517 -19 -042), ELLIS — 14920 Vickery Avenue; - Request for Design Review to construct a two story single - family Mediterranean - Contemporary style residence. The floor area of the proposed home is 3,431 square feet with a 1,489 square foot basement. The lot, located in the R -1, 20,000 zoning district, contains 36,368 square feet. The applicant proposes a maximum structure height of 23 feet. The existing two -story structure, garage, pool and shed are to be demolished. (WELSH) (APPROVED 4 -1, KURASH OPPOSED) 2. Application ##02 -021 (Citywide); - The proposed Zoning Ordinance Amendment to create standards to permit small wind energy conversion systems in accordance with State Assembly Bill 1207. (WELSH) (CONTINUED FOR REVISIONS) DR -01 -021, BSA -01 -002 &r V -01 -012 (517 -14 -080) - HUSTED, Kittridge Road; - Request for Design Review and Building Site Approval to construct a two -story craftsman style, single - family residence on a vacant lot. The floor area of the proposed residence and attached two -car garage is 4,810 square feet. The maximum height of the residence would be 26 feet. The site is zoned Hillside Residential. A variance is requested in order to construct retaining walls in excess of five feet. An exception is also requested to exceed one thousand cubic yards of cut and fill. (OOSTERHOUS) (APPROVED TO CONTINUE TO STUDY SESSION 4 -1, ROUPE OPPOSED, REVISION TO RETAINING WALLS REQUESTED) DIRECTOR ITEMS COMMISSION ITEMS Commissioner's sub - committee reports COMMUNICATIONS ADJOURNMENT AT 10:35 P.M. TO NEXT MEETING Wednesday, March 13, 2002, Council Chambers /Civic Theater 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA ti CITY OF SARATOGA PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION MINUTES DATE: Wednesday, February 13, 2002 - 7:00 p.m. PLACE: Council Chambers /Civic Theater, 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA TYPE: Regular Meeting ROLL CALL: Commissioners Garakani, Jackman, Hunter, Kurasch, Roupe, Zutshi and Chair Barry ABSENT: Commissioner Zutshi STAFF: Planners Livingstone & Vasudevan, and Director Sullivan PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE MINUTES : Draft Minutes from Regular Planning Commission Meeting of January 9 and January 23, 2002 ORAL COMMUNICATIONS — Any memberof the Public will be allowed to address the Planning Commission forup to three minutes on matters not on this agenda. The law generally prohibits the Planning Commission from discussing or taking action on such items. However, the Planning Commission may instruct staff accordingly regarding Oral Communications under Planning Commission direction to Staff. RE13ORT OF POSTING AGENDA Pursuant to Government Code 54954.2, the agenda for this meeting was properly posted on February 7, 2002. REPORT OF APPEAL RIGHTS If you wish to appeal any decision on this Agenda, you may file an "Appeal Application" with the City Clerk within fifteen (15) calendar days of the date of the decision, pursuant to Municipal Code 15- 90.050 (b). CONSENT CALENDAR PUBLIC HEARINGS All interested persons may appear and be heard at the above time and place. If you challenge a decision of the Planning Commission pursuant to a public hearing in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing(s) described in this agenda, or in written correspondence delivered to the Saratoga Planning Commission at, or prior to, the public hearing. In order to be included in the Planning Commission's information packets, written communication should be filed on or before the Monday, a week before the meeting. 1. Application #02 -006 (366 -35 -019) OAK CREEK INVESTMENTS; BRIGHTER FUTURE LEARNING CENTER (tenant), 12175 Saratoga - Sunnyvale Road; - Request for a Conditional Use Permit to establish a learning center in an existing 2,626 square foot office space at the Oak Creek Center. The office space is located in the C -V zoning district. (VASUDEVAN) (APPROVED 6 -0) 2. DR -01 -046 &z UP -01 -019 (503 -24 -025) — LEE, 20645 Fourth Street; - Request for Design Review approval to add 283 square feet to the fourth floor and 283 square feet to the fifth floor of The Inn at Saratoga. The Use Permit approval is necessary to allow the expansion of a conditional use. The Inn at Saratoga is located on a 29,807 parcel in the CH -1 zoning district. (VASUDEVAN) (APPROVED 6 -0) 3. Application #02 -003 (510 -01 -046) - NEALE, 15081 Pepper Lane; - Request for Administrative Design Review and Conditional Use Permit approval to add 683 feet to the existing detached two -car garage. The proposed addition will create a three -car garage. The proposed addition will match the existing design and roof pitch of the existing garage. The 22,101 square foot parcel is located in the R -1- 20,000 zoning district (LIVINGSTONE) (APPROVED 5 -1 -0, ROUPE RECUSED) 4. Application #02 -007 (Citywide) — Resolution Amending the Zoning Requirements related to Rear Yard Setbacks for Two Story Dwellings; - The Planning Commission has requested that it consider amending the language of the Zoning Ordinance that regulates rear yard setbacks for two story dwellings. Currently the minimum yard requirements differ for lots that have been developed prior to May 15, 1992 vs. vacant lot and lots created after May 15,1992. The ordinance also has different setbacks for single -story and multi -story dwellings. (SULLIVAN) (CONTINUED) DIRECTOR ITEMS COMMISSION ITEMS Commissioner's sub - committee reports COMMUNICATIONS Written- Minutes from Regular City Council Meetings of January 2, 2002 and Minutes from Adjourned Meeting of January 22, 2002. ADJOURNMENT AT 9:45 P.M. TO NEXT MEETING Wednesday, February 27, 2002, Council Chambers /Civic Theater 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA CITY OF SARATOGA PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION MINUTES DATE: Wednesday, January 23, 2002 - 7:00 p.m. PLACE: Council Chambers /Civic Theater, 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA TYPE: Regular Meeting ROLL CALL: Conunissioners Garakaiu, Jackman, Hunter, Kurasch, Roupe, Zutshi and Chair Barry Absent: Conunissioners Hunter, Zutshi, and Chair Barry Staff: Plamzers Oosterhous, Vasudevan &z Welsh, and Director Sullivan PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE MINUTES : Draft Minutes from Regular Planning Commission Meeting of January 9, 2002. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS — Any member of the Public will be allowed to address the Planning Commission for up to three minutes on matters not on this agenda. The law generally prohibits the Planning Commission from discussing or taking action on such items. However, the Planning Commission may instruct staff accordingly regarding Oral Communications under Planning Commission direction to Staff. REPORT OF POSTING AGENDA Pursuant to Government Code 54954.2, the agenda for this meeting was properly posted on January 17, 2002. REPORT OF APPEAL_ RIGHTS If you wish to appeal any decision on this Agenda, you may file an "Appeal Application" with the City Clerk within fifteen (15) calendar days of the date of the decision, pursuant to Municipal Code 15- 90.050 (b). CONSENT CALENDAR PUBLIC HEARINGS All interested persons may appear and be heard at the above time and place. If you challenge a decision of the Planning Commission pursuant to a public hearing in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing(s) described in this agenda, or in written correspondence delivered to the Saratoga Planning Commission at, or prior to, the public hearing. In order to be included in the Planning Commission's information packets, written communication should be filed on or before the Monday, a week before the meeting. DR -01 -034 (503 -20 -061) - BARKATULLAH, 20520 Verde Vista Lane; - Request for Design Review approval to demolish an existing 2,134 square foot residence and construct a new 4,320 square foot two -story residence with a 1,771 square foot basement. Maximum height of the structure will be 22 feet. The 21,778 square foot parcel is zoned R -1- 12,500. (VASUDEVAN) (APPROVED 4 -0) 2. DR -98 -046 Est UP -98 -015 - AZULE CROSSING, 12340 Saratoga - Sunnyvale Road; - The applicant requests Planning Commission approval for existing exterior lighting at the residential portion of the Azule Crossing development located at Harvest Lane. (OOSTERHOUS) (APPROVED 3 -1, KURASH OPPOSED) 3. DR -01 -023 (503 -23 -016, Lot 1) - SCHUCK, 14221 Saratoga - Sunnyvale Road, Lot 1; - Request for Design Review approval to construct a one -story craftsman style single - family residence on a newly subdivided 18,569 square foot parcel. The floor area of the proposed residence and attached three -car garage is 4,206 square feet with a basement area of 994 square feet. The maximum height of the house will be 18 feet. The site is zoned R- 1- 15,000. (WELSH) (APPROVED 4 -0) 4. DR -01 -024 (503 -23 -016, Lot 3) - SCHUCK, 14221 Saratoga - Sunnyvale Road, Lot 3; - Request for Design Review approval to construct a two -story craftsman style single - family residence on a newly subdivided 19,546 square foot parcel. The floor area of the proposed residence and detached two -car garage is 3,891 square feet, with a basement area of 1,140 square feet. The maximum height of the house is 24 feet. The detached garage is proposed at 14 feet 6 inches in height. The site is zoned R -1- 15,000. (WELSH) (APPROVED 4 -0) DR -01 -025 (503 -23 -016, Lot 4) - SCHUCK, 14221 Saratoga - Sunnyvale Road, Lot 4; - Request for Design Review approval to construct a one -story craftsman style single - family residence on a newly subdivided 18,560 square foot parcel. The floor area of the proposed residence and attached three -car garage is 4,016 square feet, with a basement area of 1,344 square feet. The maximum height of the house is 18 feet. The site is zoned R- 1- 15,000. (WELSH) (APPROVED 4 -0) DIRECTOR ITEMS COMMISSION ITEMS Commissioner's sub - committee reports COMMUNICATIONS Written- Minutes from Regular City Council Meetings of October 17, 2001, November 7, 2001, December 11, 2001, December 19, 2001 and January 2, 2002 ADJOURNMENT AT 9:58 P.M. TO NEXT MEETING Wednesday, February 13, 2002, Council Chambers /Civic Theater 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA CITY OF SARATOGA PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION MINUTES DATE: Wednesday, January 9, 2002 - 7:00 p.m. PLACE: Council Chambers /Civic Theater, 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA TYPE: Regular Meeting ROLL CALL: Commissioners Garakani, Jackman, Hunter, Kurasch, Roupe, Zutshi and Chair Barry ABSENT: Cormnissioner Kurasch STAFF: Planners Livingstone &z Vasudevan, Director Sullivan and Minutes Clerk Shinn PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE MINUTES : Draft Minutes from Regular Planning Commission Meeting of December 12, 2001. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS — Any member of the Public will be allowed to address the Planning Commission for up to three minutes on matters not on this agenda. The law generally prohibits the Planning Commission from discussing or taking action on such items. However, the Planning Commission may instruct staff accordingly regarding Oral Communications under Planning Commission direction to Staff. REPORT OF POSTING AGENDA Pursuant to Government Code 54954.2, the agenda for this meeting was properly posted on January 3, 2002. CONSENT CALENDAR NON PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS GARROD FARMS, 22600 Mount Eden Road (503 -10 -028); - Request for General Plan clarification to allow three new dwelling units on one parcel of land where two dwelling units currently exist. The area is within the jurisdiction of Santa Clara County and is prezoned Hillside Residential. The County requires the project be consistent with the City of Saratoga's General Plan. (LIVINGSTONE) (CONTINUED FROM 11/14/01) (APPROVED BY CONSESUS) PUBLIC HEARINGS All interested persons may appear and be heard at the above time and place. If you challenge a decision of the Planning Commission pursuant to a public hearing in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing(s) described in this agenda, or in written correspondence delivered to the Saratoga Planning Commission at, or prior to, the public hearing. In order to be included in the Planning Commission's information packets, written communication should be filed on or before the Monday, a week before the meeting. 2. DR -01 -021, V- 010 -012 &r BSA -01 -002 HUSTED, Kittridge Road; - Request for Design Review and Building Site Approval to construct a two -story craftsman style, single - family residence on a vacant lot. The floor area of the proposed residence and attached two -car garage is 4,810 square feet. The maximum height of the residence will be 26 feet. The site is zoned Hillside Residential (H -R). A variance is requested in order to construct retaining walls in excess of five feet. An exception is also requested to exceed one thousand cubic yards of cut and fill allowed in the H -R Zone. (OOSTERHOUS) THIS ITEM IS REQUESTED TO BE CONTINUED (APPROVED TO CONTINUE 6 -0) UP -01 -018 (381 -01 -026) AUGUST PARTNERS II, LLC; DR. KATHLEEN BAN, DDS (tenant), 12132 Saratoga - Sunnyvale Road; - Request for a Conditional Use Permit approval to establish a dental office in an existing 1,440 square foot office space in the Park Saratoga Center. The office space is located in the Visitor Commercial (C -V) zoning district. (VASUDEVAN) (APPROVED 6 -0) 4. DR -01 -031 & UP -01 -017 (397 -05 -091) — SAN FILIPPO, Sobey Road; - Request for Design Review approval to construct a new 4,981 square foot two- story residence with a 608 square foot basement and 528 square foot cabana on a vacant lot. The Use Permit approval is necessary to allow the cabana to be 15 feet in height. The maximum height of the residence will be 26 feet. The site is 43,042 square feet and is located within a R -1- 40,000 zoning district. (LIVINGSTONE) (APPROVED 6 -0) 5. DR -01 -043 (397 -28 -005) - FITT, 20461 Walnut Avenue; - Request for Design Review approval to add 360 square feet to the first floor, 334 square feet to the second floor and 360 square feet to the basement of the existing 1,800 square foot dwelling. Maximum height of the structure will be 24 feet. The 7,658 square foot parcel is located in the R -1- 10,000 zoning district. (SULLIVAN) (APPROVED 6 -0) DIRECTOR ITEMS Planning Commission Mission Statement COMMISSION ITEMS Commissioner's sub - committee reports COMMUNICATIONS ADJOURNMENT AT 9:55 P.M. TO NEXT MEETING Wednesday, January 23, 2002, Council Chambers /Civic Theater 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA