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SARATOGA PLANNING COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING
JANUARY 13, 2016
7:00 PM REGULAR MEETING
Civic Theater
Pledge Of Allegiance
Roll Call
Approval Of Minutes
Action Minutes from the Planning Commission Meeting of December 9, 2015.
December 9, 2015
Draft Minutes
Oral Communications On Non-Agendized Items
Any member of the public will be allowed to address the Planning Commission for up to three
(3) minutes on matters not on this agenda. This 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.
Report On 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.
1. Public Hearing
Applicants and/or their representatives have a total of ten (10) minutes maximum for opening
statements. All interested persons may appear and be heard during this meeting regarding the
items on this agenda. If items on this agenda are challenged in court, members of the public
may be limited to raising only issues raised at the Public Hearing or in written correspondence
delivered to the Planning Commission at, or prior to the close of the Public Hearing. Members
of the public may comment on any item for up to three (3) minutes. Applicants and/or their
representatives have a total of five minutes maximum for closing statements.
1.1 Application APTR15-0004; 12990 Regan Lane (393-07-030); Leney – The appellant is
appealing a tree removal permit application (TRP15-0380) to remove one Italian stone pine growing
in the back yard of the property. Staff contact: Kate Bear (408) 868-1276.
Staff Report
Attachment 1 - Resolution
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Attachment 2 - Tree Removal Application
Attachment 3 -Arborist Report
Attachment 4 - Failure profile Italian stone pine.pdf
1.2 Application PDR15-0035; 13235 Glen Brae Drive (393-19-003); Tanner – The applicant is
requesting to construct a new 3,315 sq. ft. (includes 451 sq. ft. attached garage) single-story, single
family residence with a 2,758 sq. ft. basement. The height of the residence would be no taller than 25
feet. No protected trees are proposed for removal. Planning Commission design review is required
because the height of the proposed residence exceeds 18 feet. The site area is 12,514 sq. ft. and the
property is zoned R1-12,500. Staff Contact: Liz Ruess (408) 868-1230.
Staff Report
Att 1 - Resolution
Att 2 - Arborist Report.pdf
Att 3 - Photos of Existing House.pdf
Att 4 - Neighborhood Context Photos.pdf
Att 5 - Plans.pdf
Att 6 - Colors and Materials.pdf
1.3 Application ADR15-0029; 15470 Belnap Way (517-14-021); Van den Hoek – The applicant is
requesting to construct an 841.25 sq. ft. addition to an existing attached garage. The height of the
addition to the garage would be no taller than 25 feet. No protected trees are proposed for removal.
Planning Commission design review is required because the construction proposed is located within
the “Md” ground movement potential category within a State mapped earthquake-induced landslide
hazard zone. Geotechnical Clearance has been granted because the proposed project complies with
requirements of Categorically permitted projects as described in Saratoga Municipal Code Section
16-65.060. The site area is 95,832 sq. ft. and the property is zoned HR. Staff Contact: Liz Ruess
(408) 868-1230.
Staff Report
Att 1 - Resolution
Att 2 - Arborist Clearance.pdf
Att 3 - Geo Clearance.pdf
Att 4 - Photos of Existing House.pdf
Att 5 - Rendering.pdf
Att 6 - Plans.pdf
Att 7 - Story Pole Certification.pdf 2
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1.4 Application PDR15-0037; 12600 Saratoga Avenue (386-14-003); Abe Kaabipour – The
applicant is requesting approval to modify an existing use permit to allow the refacing of existing
gasoline signage from “Valero” to “Mobil”. Signs that would be affected include 18.5 sq. ft.
price/identification gasoline sign and two 165 sq. ft. signs along the existing canopy. No additional
signage has been proposed. The site is approximately 22,500 square feet and the property is zoned
R-M-5,000. Staff contact: Michael Fossati (408) 868-1212.
Staff Report
Att 1 Resolution
Att 2 Freestanding Sign.pdf
Att 3 Awning Sign
1.5 Application ZOA15-0009 (City-wide) - The City has drafted a revised Water Efficient
Landscaping Ordinance (Article 15-47). The purpose of the Ordinance is to implement new State
requirements to increase water efficiency standards for new and retrofitted landscapes through more
efficient systems, greywater usage, onsite storm water capture and by limiting the portion of new or
significantly modified landscapes that can be covered in turf. Staff Contact: Sandy Baily
408-868-1235.
Director Items
Adjournment
Certificate Of Posting Of The Agenda
I, Abby Ayende, Office Specialist III for the City of Saratoga, declare that the foregoing
agenda for the meeting of the Planning Commission was posted and available for public
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ACTION MINUTES
REGULAR MEETING
SARATOGA PLANNING COMMISSION
Wednesday, December 9, 2015
REGULAR MEETING – 7:00 P.M. – CIVIC THEATER/COUNCIL CHAMBERS AT 13777
FRUITVALE AVENUE
ROLL CALL
PRESENT Commissioners Sunil Ahuja, Wendy Chang, Kookie Fitzsimmons, Joyce
Hlava, Dede Smullen, Tina Walia, Chair Leonard Almalech
ABSENT None
ALSO PRESENT Erwin Ordoñez, Community Development Director
Sandy Baily, Special Projects Manager
Kate Bear, Arborist
Michael Fossati, Planner
COMMUNICATIONS FROM COMMISSION & PUBLIC
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Approve Action Minutes from the Regular Planning Commission Meeting of October 28, 2015
Action:
WALIA/FITZSIMMONS MOVED TO APPROVE THE OCTOBER 28, 2015 MINUTES. MOTION PASSED.
AYES: AHUJA, ALMALECH, CHANG, FITZSIMMONS, HLAVA, SMULLEN, WALIA. NOES: NONE.
ABSENT: NONE. ABSTAIN: NONE.
NEW BUSINESS
1. Application ELN15-0012; 18470 Ravenswood Dr. (397-43-050); Amer Ather - The applicant is proposing
an addition of 700 sq. ft. to a legal non-conforming one story single-family residence located at 18740
Ravenswood Dr. The structure is classified as nonconforming because the existing interior and exterior
side setbacks are located within the side yard(s).
Action:
HLAVA/SMULLEN MOVED TO ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 15-050 APPROVING THE
PROJECT SUBJECT TO CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL. MOTION PASSED. AYES: AHUJA,
ALMALECH, CHANG, FITZSIMMONS, HLAVA, SMULLEN, WALIA. NOES: NONE. ABSENT:
NONE. ABSTAIN: NONE.
PUBLIC HEARING
All interested persons may appear and be heard at the above time and place. Applicants 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. Applicants and their representatives have a total of five minutes maximum for closing
statements.
1. Application SUB10-10-0001 & ENV10-0001 – Mt. Eden Road (503-13-127, 128) Irany / Karr - The
applicant currently owns a 13.8 acre parcel. They have submitted an application to subdivide the parcel
into two parcels. Parcel 1 would be 3.85 acres and Parcel 2 would be 9.92 acres. An Initial Study /
Negative Declaration was required because both proposed lots have average slopes greater than 20%. The 4
intent to adopt the Negative Declaration (ND) was duly noticed and circulated for a 20-day public review
period from September 18, 2015 – October 7, 2015. Staff Contact: Michael Fossati (408) 868-1212.
Action:
HLAVA/AHUJA MOVED TO APPROVE RESOLTION NO. 13-025 SUBJECT TO CONDITIONS
OF APPROVAL AND ADOPT THE NEGATIVE DECLARATION. MOTION PASSED. AYES:
AHUJA, ALMALECH, FITZSIMMONS, HLAVA, SMULLEN. NOES: CHANG, WALIA. ABSENT:
NONE. ABSTAIN: NONE.
2. Application PDR14-0010; 18645 McFarland Avenue (389-14-015); Mahmoud Khorashadi - The applicant
requests to demolish an existing single-story residence in order to construct a new 3,515 sq. ft. two-story
residence with two car garage and attached second dwelling unit. The height of the new residence will not
exceed 26 feet. Two trees not protected by City Code are proposed to be removed. Staff Contact: Michael
Fossati (408) 868-1212.
Action:
HLAVA/AHUJA MOVED TO CONTINUE THIS ITEM TO FEBRUARY 9, 2016 STUDY
SESSION. MOTION PASSED. AYES: AHUJA, ALMALECH, CHANG, FITZSIMMONS, HLAVA,
SMULLEN, WALIA. NOES: NONE. ABSENT: NONE. ABSTAIN: NONE.
3. Application PDR15-0036; 19905 Sunset Drive (510-02-004); McCune/Beck The applicant is requesting to
construct a 480 sq. ft. addition to an existing two-story residence and a 201 sq. ft. addition to an existing,
detached secondary dwelling unit. The height of the addition to the main house would be no taller than 26
feet and the height of the second dwelling unit would be no taller than 18 feet. One protected tree is
proposed for removal. Planning Commission design review is required because the cumulative floor area of
the proposed project exceeds 6,000 sq. ft. The site area is 40,799 sq. ft. and the property is zoned R1-
40,000. Staff Contact: Liz Ruess 408-868-1230
Action:
HLAVA/WALIA MOVED TO ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 15-053 APPROVING THE PROJECT
SUBJECT TO CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL. MOTION PASSED. AYES: AHUJA, ALMALECH,
CHANG, FITZSIMMONS, HLAVA, SMULLEN, WALIA. NOES: NONE. ABSENT: NONE.
ABSTAIN: NONE.
4. Application PDR15-0023; 14768 Montalvo Road (517-20-041); Wilson/Goodere - The applicant is
requesting approval to demolish an existing residence and to construct a new 26 foot tall, 4,602 square foot
two-story residence with a 281 square foot second dwelling unit. Planning Commission design review is
required because the project consists of a new two-story residence over 18 feet in height. Staff Contact:
Sandy Baily (408) 868-1235.
Action:
HLAVA/CHANG MOVED TO ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 15-052 APPROVING THE PROJECT
SUBJECT TO CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL. MOTION PASSED. AYES: AHUJA, ALMALECH,
CHANG, HLAVA, SMULLEN. NOES: FITZSIMMONS, WALIA. ABSENT: NONE. ABSTAIN:
NONE.
5. Application APTR15-0003; 20315 Orchard Rd (397-23-004); Greenleaf – The appellant is appealing a tree
removal permit application (TRP15-0412) and specifically, the removal of one coast live oak growing in
the back yard of the property. Staff contact: Kate Bear (408) 868-1276.
Action:
HLAVA/SMULLEN MOVED TO ADOPT RESOLUTION 15-051 DENYING THE APPEAL.
MOTION PASSED. AYES: AHUJA, ALMALECH, CHANG, FITZSIMMONS, HLAVA, SMULLEN,
WALIA. NOES: NONE. ABSENT: NONE. ABSTAIN: NONE.
6. Application ZOA15-0009 (Citywide) - The City has drafted a revised Water Efficient Landscaping
Ordinance (Article 15-47). The purpose of the Ordinance is to implement new State requirements to
increase water efficiency standards for new and retrofitted landscapes through more efficient systems,
greywater usage, onsite storm water capture and by limiting the portion of new or significantly modified
landscapes that can be covered in turf. Staff Contact: Sandy Baily (408) 868-1235.
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Action:
HLAVA/WALIA MOVED TO CONTINUE THIS ITEM TO JANUARY 13, 2016 MEETING.
MOTION PASSED. AYES: AHUJA, ALMALECH, CHANG, FITZSIMMONS, HLAVA, SMULLEN,
WALIA. NOES: NONE. ABSENT: NONE. ABSTAIN: NONE.
DIRECTOR/COMMISSION COMMUNICATION
ADJOURNMENT
HLAVA/WALIAMOVED TO ADJOURN AT 12:05 AM. AYES: AHUJA, ALMALECH, CHANG,
FITZSIMMONS, HLAVA SMULLEN, WALIA. NOES: NONE. ABSENT: NONE. ABSTAIN: NONE.
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PLANNING COMMISSION
MEMORANDUM
Meeting Date:January 13, 2016
Application:APTR15-0004; TRP15-0380
Location / APN: 12990 Regan Leney/393-07-030
Appellant/Applicant:Leney/Abhyankar
Staff:Kate Bear, City Arborist
On September 30, 2015, the property owner at 12990 Regan Lane applied for a permit (TRP15-
0412) to remove an Italian stone pine growing in the back yard. The application included a report
from International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) – Certified Arborist and Registered Consulting
Arborist, Brian McGovern, recommending the removal of the tree.
Staff reviewed the independent arborist report submitted along with the tree removal application,
inspected the tree and confirmed the findings required by the City Code to allow for its removal
subject to neighborhood notification and an applicable 15-day appeal period. On November 3,
2015 notices were sent to neighbors within 150 feet of the property informing them of the
administrative decision and providing a deadline of November 18, 2015 to appeal the
determination.
Article 15-50.100 of the City Code states that anyone objecting to an administrative decision
made pursuant to the provisions of the Tree Regulations may appeal the decision to the Planning
Commission according to the procedure specified in Article 15-90. On November 16, 2015
Megan Laney, the neighbor next door, filed an appeal application with the Community
Development Department saying that the tree is healthy and provides a gateway experience for
the neighborhood. The appeal expressed concern that removing the tree would significantly
change the character of the neighborhood.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Adopt the attached resolution affirming staff’s determination on the
required findings in the City Code to approve the tree removal application for the removal of an
Italian stone pine tree at 12990 Regan Lane, and to require a replacement tree.
DESCRIPTION: The owner of the property applied for a permit (TRP15-0380) to remove one
mature Italian stone pine (Pinus pinea). Along with the application they submitted a report from an
independent arborist, Brian McGovern, supporting the removal of the pine. The report found the
pine to be in good health, although its structure was determined to be poor.
The tree has three main trunks which are co-dominant; they are each about equal in size and
competing for dominance. The three trunks are in contact with each other for lengths of 50 – 75
inches and have “included bark”, a phenomenon where bark becomes imbedded in the union and
creates a weak attachment. If a trunk failed the report found the likelihood of hitting the street or
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the garage high and the consequences of impact to be significant. The report concluded that the tree
posed a high risk of failure of a trunk within the next five years in normal weather.
A failure profile for Italian stone pines was published in the Fall 2015 journal of Western Arborist
and is attached (Attachment 4). The article notes that a key factor for trunk failures is the presence
of codominant trunks. Data on 170 tree failures was analyzed, 75 of which were from the bay area.
Of trunk failures, 44% occurred in trees with multiple codominant trunks.
FINDINGS AND DETERMINATIONS
City Code Section 15-50.080 requires that each application to remove a tree shall be reviewed and
that a determination be made on the basis of the following findings . A tree qualifies for removal if
just one of the criteria listed below is met and there is no feasible alternative to removal. In making
a determination on an application, staff determines all of the criteria that have been met in support
of an application for tree removal.
(1) The condition of the tree with respect to disease, imminent danger of falling, proximity to
existing or proposed structures and interference with utility services, and whether the tree is a
Dead tree or a Fallen tree. This finding can be made because this is a mature Italian stone pine
that is growing close to the garage with a portion of the tree canopy over the structure. The
owner provided an independent arborist report which includes a climbing and risk assessment of
the tree supporting the requested removal. The arborist report notes that the tree would be
susceptible to failure of one of the main trunks in normal weather as the trunks will continue to
push against each other as they increase in girth.
(2) The necessity to remove the tree because of physical damage or threatened damage to
improvements or impervious surfaces on the property. This finding can be made because the
tree’s roots have broken a concrete pad that was used as an RV parking area by the previous
owners. If a trunk failure occurs, it could cause additional damage by landing on the garage, a car
parked in the driveway or in the street.
(3) The topography of the land and the effect of the tree removal upon erosion, soil retention
and the diversion or increased flow of surface waters, particularly on steep slopes. This finding
is not applicable because the property is considered flat and no erosion has been observed.
(4) The number, species, size and location of existing trees in the area and the effect the
removal would have upon shade, privacy impact, scenic beauty, property values, erosion
control, and the general welfare of residents in the area. This finding cannot be made. This is
the only tree of a significant size on the property and its removal will impact the amount of shade
available on the property. There are no documented privacy issues, scenic view impacts, or
erosion problems associated with the tree proposed to be removed.
(5) The age and number of healthy trees the property is able to support according to good
forestry practices. This finding can be made because there are no other trees near this one but
this tree has outgrown its planting area and its root system is in a very limited soil volume.
Additionally, there is adequate space on the property to accommodate additional replacement
trees to mitigate the tree proposed to be removed.
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(6) Whether or not there are any alternatives that would allow for retaining or not
encroaching on the protected tree. This finding can be made because removal of the tree is the
only means to assure that catastrophic failure of one or more of the codominant trunks will not
occur. The locations where stems are in contact with each other contain “included bark”, or bark
that becomes embedded between the trunks. As they increase in girth, they push against each
other and one or more of the trunks may split out of the tree. This tree has two long sections of
included bark, one measuring over four feet and another measuring over six feet.
Typically defects such codominant stems with included bark are addressed when a tree is young
and corrective pruning is undertaken. Pruning this mature tree will require large pruning cuts and
the result will likely be unsightly. Sometimes codominant stems can be supported with cables,
but the necessary symmetry doesn’t exist in this tree. Installing a support brace would require
significant costs associated with engineering and installing the support and would disrupt the
root system which supports the tree. Additionally, the required size of the supporting brace
itself would have an aesthetic impact to the tree and property.
(7) Whether the approval of the request would be contrary to or in conflict with the general
purpose and intent of this Article. This finding can be made because removal of the tree and
replacement with new trees on the property is entirely consistent with the City’s Tree
Regulations of the City Code. The conditions of approval for TRP15-0380 require the owner to
plant two replacement trees in the front yard. Each new tree shall be capable of reaching a height
of 40 – 50 feet or more when mature, and shall be of 24-inch box container size. The
replacement trees can also be planted on the property so they are farther from the house and can
grow without the potential for property damage or personal injury. The replacement trees would
also have the potential to contribute to the scenic beauty of the property and the neighborhood as
they mature without the risks noted with the existing tree.
(8) Any other information relevant to the public health, safety, or general welfare and the
purposes of this ordinance as set forth in Section 15-50.010. This finding can be made because
the trunk of the tree most likely to fail could fall into the street and hit a car, causing damage or
possibly injure a pedestrian.
(9) The necessity to remove the tree for economic or other enjoyment of the property when
there is no other feasible alternative to the removal. This finding can be because the risk of
failure cannot be reduced through any other standard remedies. In addition this species is noted
for the fact that when healthy and growing vigorously such as this specimen is, the tree can cause
significant damage to structures from roots.
(10) The necessity to remove the tree for installation and efficient operation of solar panels,
subject to the requirements that the tree(s) to be removed, shall not be removed until solar
panels have been installed and replacement trees planted in conformance with the City
Arborist's recommendation. This finding is not applicable.
ATTACHMENTS:
1.Resolution 15-055 denying the appeal
2.Tree removal permit application TRP15-0380
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21990 Regan Lane, APTR15-0004; TRP15-0380
3.Arborist report by Brian McGovern
4.Structural failure profile: Italian Stone Pine (Picea pinea), Fall 2015, Western Arborist
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Attachment 1
RESOLUTION NO: 15-055
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SARATOGA PLANNING COMMISSION
DENYING APPEAL APTR15-0003
AND APPROVING TREE REMOVAL PERMIT APPLICATION TRP15-0412
AT 20315 ORCHARD ROAD
WHEREAS, the City of Saratoga Planning Commission has received an appeal of an
Administrative Decision permitting a request to remove one Italian stone pine at 12990 Regan Lane;
and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission held a duly noticed public hearing at which time all
interested parties were given a full opportunity to be heard and present evidence; and
WHEREAS, the goal of the City is to balance the rights and privileges of property owners
for the use of their land with criteria for establishing and sustaining an urban forest, including the
establishment of basic standards and criteria for the removal and replacement of trees; and
WHEREAS, after considering all of the criteria for the application of a Tree Removal
Permit set forth in Section 15-50.080, the Planning Commission finds that overall the applicant has
met the burden of proof required to support said application for the Tree Removal Permit for one
coast live oak.
NOW THEREFORE, the Planning Commission of the City of Saratoga hereby finds,
determines and resolves as follows:
Section 1: The recitals set forth above are true and correct and incorporated herein by
reference.
Section 2: The administrative decision is consistent with the General Plan, including the
Conservation Element Policy, OSC12:
To further protect and enhance the City’s arbor resources built on the City’s Tree Regulations,
the City should continue its support of tree protection programs.
The Italian stone pine was requested for removal through the City’s process to remove protected
trees as set forth in the Tree Regulations. The Planning Commission has reviewed the application
for tree removal and the appeal and found that the request to remove the pine does meet the criteria
in the City Code, overall.
Section 3: The administrative decision is consistent with the Saratoga City Code in that
criteria 1, 2, 5, 6, 7, 8 and 9 are met, allowing the removal of the tree, as set forth in Section 15-
50.080. Criterion 4 is not met. Criteria 3 and 10 do not apply.
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(1) The condition of the tree with respect to disease, imminent danger of falling, proximity to
existing or proposed structures and interference with utility services, and whether the tree is a
Dead tree or a Fallen tree. This finding can be made because this is a mature Italian stone pine
that is growing close to the garage with a portion of the tree canopy over the structure. The
owner provided an independent arborist report which includes a climbing and risk assessment of
the tree supporting the requested removal. The arborist report notes that the tree would be
susceptible to failure of one of the main trunks in normal weather as the trunks will continue to
push against each other as they increase in girth.
(2) The necessity to remove the tree because of physical damage or threatened damage to
improvements or impervious surfaces on the property. This finding can be made because the
tree’s roots have broken a concrete pad that was used as an RV parking area by the previous
owners. If a trunk failure occurs, it could cause additional damage by landing on the garage, a car
parked in the driveway or in the street.
(3) The topography of the land and the effect of the tree removal upon erosion, soil retention
and the diversion or increased flow of surface waters, particularly on steep slopes. This finding
is not applicable because the property is considered flat and no erosion has been observed.
(4) The number, species, size and location of existing trees in the area and the effect the
removal would have upon shade, privacy impact, scenic beauty, property values, erosion
control, and the general welfare of residents in the area. This finding cannot be made. This is
the only tree of a significant size on the property and its removal will impact the amount of shade
available on the property. There are no documented privacy issues, scenic view impacts, or erosion
problems associated with the tree proposed to be removed.
(5) The age and number of healthy trees the property is able to support according to good
forestry practices. This finding can be made because there are no other trees near this one but this
tree has outgrown its planting area and its root system is in a very limited soil volume.
Additionally, there is adequate space on the property to accommodate additional replacement trees
to mitigate the tree proposed to be removed.
(6) Whether or not there are any alternatives that would allow for retaining or not
encroaching on the protected tree. This finding can be made because removal of the tree is the
only means to assure that catastrophic failure of one or more of the codominant trunks will not
occur. The locations where stems are in contact with each other contain “included bark”, or bark
that becomes embedded between the trunks. As they increase in girth, they push against each
other and one or more of the trunks may split out of the tree. This tree has two long sections of
included bark, one measuring over four feet and another measuring over six feet.
Typically defects such codominant stems with included bark are addressed when a tree is young and
corrective pruning is undertaken. Pruning this mature tree will require large pruning cuts and the
result will likely be unsightly. Sometimes codominant stems can be supported with cables, but the
necessary symmetry doesn’t exist in this tree. Installing a support brace would require significant
costs associated with engineering and installing the support and would disrupt the root system
which supports the tree cables. Additionally, the required size of the supporting brace itself would
have an aesthetic impact to the tree and property.12
Resolution No. 15-055
(7) Whether the approval of the request would be contrary to or in conflict with the general
purpose and intent of this Article. This finding can be made because removal of the tree and
replacement with new trees on the property is entirely consistent with the City’s Tree Regulations of
the City Code. The conditions of approval for TRP15-0380 require the owner to plant two
replacement trees in the front yard. Each new tree shall be capable of reaching a height of 40 – 50
feet or more when mature, and shall be of 24-inch box container size. The replacement trees can
also be planted on the property so they are farther from the house and can grow without the
potential for property damage or personal injury. The replacement trees would also have the
potential to contribute to the scenic beauty of the property and the neighborhood as they mature
without the risks noted with the existing tree.
(8) Any other information relevant to the public health, safety, or general welfare and the
purposes of this ordinance as set forth in Section 15-50.010. This finding can be made because
the trunk of the tree most likely to fail could fall into the street and hit a car, causing damage or
possibly injure a pedestrian.
(9) The necessity to remove the tree for economic or other enjoyment of the property when
there is no other feasible alternative to the removal. This finding can be because the risk of
failure cannot be reduced through any other standard remedies. In addition this species is noted for
the fact that when healthy and growing vigorously such as this specimen is, the tree can cause
significant damage to structures from roots.
(10) The necessity to remove the tree for installation and efficient operation of solar panels,
subject to the requirements that the tree(s) to be removed shall not be removed until solar
panels have been installed and replacement trees planted in conformance with the City
Arborist's recommendation. This finding is not applicable.
Section 4: Unless appealed to the City Council pursuant to the requirements of Article 15-90 of the
Saratoga City Code, this Resolution shall become effective fifteen (15) days from the date of
adoption.
The City of Saratoga Planning Commission hereby denies APTR15-0004, approving TRP15-0380
for the removal and replacement of one Italian stone pine, located at 12990 Regan Lane, subject to
the Findings and Conditions of Approval of TRP15-0380.
PASSED AND ADOPTED by the City of Saratoga Planning Commission on this 13 th day of
January 2016 by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
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Leonard Almalech
Chair, Planning Commission
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REPORT TO
THE PLANNING COMMISSION
Meeting Date:January 13, 2016
Application:PDR15-0035; ARB15-0073
Location / APN: 13235 Glen Brae Drive / 393-19-003
Owner/Applicant:Kim & Kevin Tanner
Staff Planner:Liz Ruess
13235 Glen Brae Drive
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Summary
PROJECT DESCRIPTION:
The applicant is requesting to construct a new 3,315 sq. ft. single-story, single family residence with
a 2,758 sq. ft. basement and 451 sq. ft. attached garage. The height of the residence will not exceed
25 feet. No protected trees are proposed for removal. Planning Commission design review is
required because the proposed residence exceeds 18 feet in height. No protected trees are proposed
for removal. The net site area is 12,514 square feet and is zoned R-1-12,500.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Adopt Resolution No. 16-001 approving the project subject to
conditions of approval.
Design Review Approval by the Planning Commission is required pursuant to City Code Section
15-45.060(a)(3).
PROJECT DATA:
Gross Site Area:12,514 SF / 0.28 acres
Net Site Area: 12,514 SF / 0.28 acres
Average Site Slope:3%
Grading: 622 CY
General Plan Designation:M-12.5 (Medium Density Residential)
Zoning:R-1-12,500 (Single-Family Residential)
Proposed Allowed/Required
Proposed Site Coverage
Residential Footprint/Main Residence
Permeable Driveway (50% counted)
Patios/Walkways/Pool
Permeable Patio/Walks (50% counted)
Total Proposed Site Coverage
4,103 SF
395 SF
1,907 SF
475 SF
6,880 SF (54.9%)
6,882 SF (55%)
Floor Area
Main House
First Floor
Garage
Basement (excluded)
Total Floor Area
2,864 SF
451 SF
(2,758 SF)
3,315 SF
3,710 SF
Height
Lowest Elevation Point:
Highest Elevation Point:
Average Elevation Point:
Proposed Topmost Point:
Total Proposed Height
345 FT
345.8 FT
345.4 FT
370.4 FT
25 FT
Maximum Height
= 371.4 (26 Feet)
Proposed Allowed/Required
Setbacks for Residence
Front:
Left Side:
Right Side:
Rear:
25’-4”+
10’-1”
10’-6.5”
29’
25’
10’
10’
25’
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PROJECT DESCRIPTION AND SITE CHARACTERISTICS
The project site is located on Glen Brae Drive, midway between Via Monte Drive and Via
Grande Drive. The proposed building site at the center of the parcel is essentially level and the
average slope of the site is 3 percent.
This project proposes demolition of an existing 2,702 square foot, one story single-family home.
The existing home will be replaced with a new 3,315 square foot one story, single-family
residence that includes a 451 sq. ft. attached garage and a 2,758 square foot basement. Planning
Commission review is required because the proposed height exceeds 18 feet which is the
threshold for an Administrative Design Review that can be reviewed by City staff. The proposed
height of the residence will not exceed 25 feet.
The proposed home includes traditional design elements that are functional and simple, utilizing
exterior colors and materials to compliment the design. The exterior color palette of the proposed
residence is neutral and compliments the neighborhood. The exterior materials include; light beige
exterior stucco, white trim, stone base veneer, slate roofing, and dark brown wood front door and
garage doors. A color and material boards are on file with the Community Development
Department and will be present at the site visit and public hearing. The following table lists the
proposed exterior materials.
Detail Colors and Materials
Exterior Stucco Smooth Finish Stucco – Kelly Moore/Woodbridge Trail
Trim Color Kelly Moore/Stocking White
Front Door/Garage Doors Wood - Dark Brown
Base Veneer California Gold Panel
Roofing Pikes Point American Slate Mix
Trees
The site currently has two protected trees. No protected trees are proposed for removal. The
project has received Arborist approval with conditions as outlined in the Arborist Report,
Attachment #2.
Front Landscape
The applicant proposed to remove the existing front yard driveway and hardscaping and replace
with a new permeable paver driveway (relocated to opposite side of front setback), a permeable
paver walkway, and drought resistant landscaping.
The front setback area is 2,977 sq. ft. The applicant is allowed by the City Code to install up to
1,488 sq. ft. (50%) of hardscape within the front setback area. The applicant proposes 830 sq. ft.
(28%) of hardscape in the front yard.
The City Code also allows up to a three foot tall fence within the required front yard setback. The
applicant is not proposing a new fence at this time.
Neighbor Notification and Correspondence
The applicant did not submit Neighbor Notification Forms signed by adjacent property owners.
Staff mailed a “Notice of Public Hearing” to all property owners within 500 feet of the subject
property. The public hearing notice and description of the project was published in the Saratoga
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News. No additional written comments, either positive or negative, were received prior to the
completion of this staff report.
ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION
The project is Categorically Exempt from the Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant Section
15303, “New Construction or Conversion of Small Structures”, Class 3 (a) of the Public Resources
Code (CEQA). This exemption allows for the construction of three single-family residences in a
residential area.
FINDINGS
Design Review Findings
The Planning Commission shall not grant design review approval unless it is able to make the
following findings. These findings are in addition to and not a substitute for compliance with all
other Zoning Regulations.
(a)Site development follows the natural contours of the site, minimizes grading, and is
appropriate given the property's natural constraints. This finding can be made because the
majority of the proposed structure will remain in the same building footprint of the existing
structure. The average slope of the site is 3%, so the building site is essentially level.
(b)All protected trees shall be preserved, as provided in Article 15-50 (Tree Regulations).
If constraints exist on the property, the number of protected trees, heritage trees, and
native trees approved for removal shall be reduced to an absolute minimum. Removal of
any smaller oak trees deemed to be in good health by the City Arborist shall be minimized
using the criteria set forth in Section 15-50.080. This finding can because neither of the two
protected trees are proposed for removal.
(c)The height of the structure, its location on the site, and its architectural elements are
designed to avoid unreasonable impacts to the privacy of adjoining properties and to
community viewsheds. This finding can be made because the proposed one-story residence is
compatible with the predominant streetscape of the area, including the generally established
front yard setbacks. The proposed residence is located in the center of the site, where the
existing house is located. There are numerous two-story homes in the neighborhood,
including one immediately adjacent to the proposed project. The proposed residence is no
taller than 25 feet, however it is a single story with no windows above 10 feet. T here would
be no unreasonable impact to the privacy of adjoining properties and to community
viewsheds.
(d)The overall mass and the height of the structure, and its architectural elements are in
scale with the structure itself and with the neighborhood. This finding can be made because
the massing of the proposed roof is broken up by varying rooflines. The overall design,
rooflines, materials, and location of building features will avoid the perception of excessive
bulk. The proposed design utilizes color and material to compliment the design and break-up
the sense of mass. The exterior colors and materials proposed are; stucco in a light beige
color, contrasted by white trim, dark brown front entry door and garage doors, neutral stone
base veneer, and neutral tone slate roofing. The proposed style is similar to that of several of
the newer homes in the neighborhood and is complimentary to the older existing homes in
the neighborhood.
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(e)The landscape design minimizes hardscape in the front setback area and contains
elements that are complementary to the neighborhood streetscape. This finding can be
made because the hardscape in the front setback area is limited to just 28% which is well
below the permitted 50%. The applicant proposes a driveway and front walkway constructed
of pervious pavers. The remaining front yard setback area will be drought resistant
landscaping.
(f)Development of the site does not unreasonably impair the ability of adjoining
properties to utilize solar energy. This finding can be made because the project meets all
required setbacks and will remain under 26 feet in height. The project will not impair
adjoining properties to utilize solar energy.
(g)The design of the structure and the site development plan is consistent with the
Residential Design Handbook, pursuant to Section 15-45.055. This finding can be made in
the affirmative because the proposed project conforms to the applicable design policies and
techniques in the Residential Design Handbook such as minimizing the use of excessive
colors and materials, designed the structure with simple and well-proportioned massing, and
avoiding unreasonable interference with privacy and views as detailed in the findings above.
(h)On hillside lots, the location and the design of the structure avoid unreasonable
impacts to ridgelines, significant hillside features, community viewsheds, and is in
compliance with Section 15-13.100. This finding is not applicable as this lot is not located
within the hillside residential zoning district and is not considered a hillside lot.
ATTACHMENTS:
1.Resolution
2.Arborist Report
3.Photos of Existing House
4.Neighborhood Context Photos
5.Reduced Plans (Exhibit A)
6.Colors & Materials Board
7.Story Pole Certification Letter
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RESOLUTION NO: 16-001
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SARATOGA PLANNING COMMISSION
APPROVING DESIGN REVIEW PDR15-0035 LOCATED AT
13235 GLEN BRAE DRIVE
WHEREAS, on September 16, 2015, an application was submitted by Kevin Tanner
requesting Design Review approval to demolish an existing one story home and to construct a new
3,315 square foot, one story single-family residence (includes 451 sq. ft. attached garage) with a
2,758 square foot basement. The height of the proposed residence is 25 feet. No protected trees are
proposed for removal. The site is located within the R-1-12,500 Zoning District (APN 393-19-003).
WHEREAS, the City Code requires a geologic hazards report to be prepared by a licensed
geologist and for the City’s Geologic Consultant to review and approve the report.
WHEREAS, the Community Development Department completed an environmental
assessment for the project in accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA),
and recommends that the Planning Commission determine this project exempt.
WHEREAS, on January 13, 2016, the Planning Commission held a duly noticed public
hearing on the subject application, and considered evidence presented by City Staff, the applicant,
and other interested parties.
NOW THEREFORE, the Planning Commission of the City of Saratoga hereby finds,
determines and resolves as follows:
Section 1: The recitals set forth above are true and correct and incorporated herein by
reference.
Section 2: The project is Categorically Exempt from the Environmental Quality Act
(CEQA) pursuant Section 15303, “New Construction or Conversion of Small Structures”, Class 3
(a) of the Public Resources Code (CEQA). This exemption allows for the construction of one
single-family residence in a residential area.
Section 3: The project is consistent with the following Saratoga General Plan Policies:
Land Use Goal 13 which provides that the City shall use the Design Review process to assure that
the new construction and major additions thereto are compatible with the site and the adjacent
surroundings; Safety Element Site and Drainage Policy 3 which provides that the City shall require
that landscaping and site drainage plans be submitted and approved during Design Review for a
residence prior to issuance of permits; and Conservation Element Policy 6.0 which provides that the
City shall protect the existing rural atmosphere of Saratoga by carefully considering the visual
impact of new development.
Section 4: The project is consistent with the Saratoga City Code in that the design and
improvements are consistent with the design review findings in that the project follows the natural
contours of the site, minimizes grading, and is appropriate given the property’s natural constraints;
preserves protected trees; is designed to avoid unreasonable impacts to the privacy of adjoining
properties and to community viewsheds; the mass and height of the structure and its architectural 50
elements are in scale with the structure itself and with the neighborhood; landscaping minimizes
hardscape in the front setback area and contains elements that are complementary to the
neighborhood streetscape; does not unreasonably impair the ability of adjoining properties to utilize
solar energy; and is consistent with the Residential Design Review Handbook.
Section 5: The City of Saratoga Planning Commission hereby approves PDR15-0035
located at 13235 Glen Brae Drive, subject to the Findings, and Conditions of Approval attached
hereto as Exhibit 1.
PASSED AND ADOPTED by the City of Saratoga Planning Commission on this 13th day of
January 2016 by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
____________________________
Leonard Almalech
Chair, Planning Commission
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EXHIBIT 1
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
PDR15-0035
13235 GLEN BRAE DRIVE (APN: 393-19-003)
1.All conditions below which are identified as permanent or for which an alternative period of
time for applicability is specified shall run with the land and apply to the landowner’s
successors in interest for such time period. No zoning clearance, or demolition, or grading
permit for this project shall be issued until proof is filed with the city that a certificate of
approval documenting all applicable permanent or other term-specified conditions has been
recorded by the applicant with the Santa Clara County Recorder’s office in form and content to
the satisfaction of the Community Development Director. If a condition is not “Permanent” or
does not have a term specified, it shall remain in effect until the issuance by the City of Saratoga
of a Certificate of Occupancy or its equivalent.
2.The Owner and Applicant will be mailed a statement after the time the Resolution granting this
approval is duly executed, containing a statement of all amounts due to the City in connection
with this application, including all consultant fees (collectively “processing fees”). THIS
APPROVAL OR PERMIT SHALL EXPIRE SIXTY (60) DAYS AFTER THE DATE
SAID NOTICE IS MAILED IF ALL PROCESSING FEES CONTAINED IN THE
NOTICE HAVE NOT BEEN PAID IN FULL. No Zoning Clearance or Demolition,
Grading, or Building Permit may be issued until the City certifies that all processing fees have
been paid in full (and, for deposit accounts, a surplus balance of $500 is maintained).
3.The Project shall maintain compliance with all applicable regulations of the State, County, City
and/or other governmental agencies having jurisdiction including, without limitation, the
requirements of the Saratoga Zoning Regulations incorporated herein by this reference.
4.As a condition of this Approval, Owner and Applicant hereby agree to defend, indemnify and
hold the City and its officers, officials, boards, commissions, employees, agents and volunteers
harmless from and against:
a.any and all claims, actions or proceedings to attack, set aside, void or annul any action
on the subject application, or any of the proceedings, acts or determinations taken, done
or made prior to said action; and
b.any and all claims, demands, actions, expenses or liabilities arising from or in any
manner relating to the performance of such construction, installation, alteration or
grading work by the Owner and/or Applicant, their successors, or by any person acting
on their behalf.
In addition, prior to any Zoning Clearance, Owner and Applicant shall execute a separate
agreement containing the details of this required Agreement to Indemnify, Hold harmless and
Defend, which shall be subject to prior approval as to form and content by the City Attorney.
5.Construction must be commenced within 36 months from the date of this approval (September
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COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
6.Compliance with Plans. The development shall be located and constructed to include those
features, and only those features, as shown on the Approved Plans dated September 14, 2015,
denominated Exhibit "A". All proposed changes to the Approved Plans must be submitted in
writing with plans showing the changes, including a clouded set of plans highlighting the
changes. Such changes shall be subject to approval in accordance with Condition 3, above.
7.Building Division Submittal. Four (4) sets of complete construction plans shall be submitted
to the Building Division. These plans shall be subject to review and approval by the City prior
to issuance of Zoning Clearance. The construction plans shall, at a minimum include the
following:
a.Architectural drawings and other plan sheets consistent with those identified as Exhibit “A”
on file with the Community Development Department and referenced in Condition No. 6
above;
b.A note shall be included on the site plan stating that no construction equipment or private
vehicles shall be parked or stored within the root zone of any Ordinance-protected tree on
the site;
c.This Resolution printed onto separate construction plan pages;
d.A final utility plan that shows location of HVAC mechanical equipment outside of required
setback areas;
e.A final Drainage and Grading Plan stamped by a registered Civil Engineer combined with
the above-required Stormwater Detention Plan;
f.A final Landscape and Irrigation Plan; and
g.All additional drawings, plans, maps, reports, and/or materials required by the Building
Division.
8.Lighting. Exterior lighting shall be shielded so as not to shine on adjacent properties or public
right-of-way.
9.Maintenance of Construction Project Sites. Because this Design Review Approval
authorizes a project which requires a Building Permit, compliance with City Code Section 16-
75.050 governing maintenance of construction project sites is required.
10.Fences, Walls and Hedges. All fences, walls and hedges not in connection with the proposed
fence exception shall conform to height requirements provided in City Code Section 15-29.
11.Final Landscaping and Irrigation Plan. The final landscaping and irrigation plan shall take
into account the following:
a.To the extent feasible, landscaping shall be designed and operated to treat storm water
runoff by incorporating elements that collect, detain and infiltrate runoff. In areas that
provide detention of water, plants that are tolerant of saturated soil conditions and
prolong exposure to water shall be specified.
b.To the extent feasible, pest resistant landscaping plants shall be used throughout the
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c.Plant materials selected shall be appropriate to site specific characteristics such as soil
type, topography, climate, amount and timing of sunlight, prevailing winds, rainfall, air
movement, patterns of land use, ecological consistency and plant interactions to ensure
successful establishment.
d.Pest resistant landscaping plants shall be considered for use throughout the landscaped
area, especially along any hardscape area.
e.Any proposed or required under grounding of utilities shall take into account potential
damage to roots of protected trees
12.Fire Department Requirements. Owner/applicant shall comply with all Fire Department
requirements.
13.Noise and Construction Hours. In order to comply with standards that minimize impacts to
the neighborhood during site preparation and construction, the applicant shall comply with City
Code Sections 7-30.060 and 16-75.050, with respect to noise, construction hours, maintenance
of the construction site and other requirements stated in these sections.
14.Front yard landscaping. Front yard landscaping shall be installed prior to final inspection or a
bond satisfactory to the Community Development Department valued at 150% of the estimated
cost of the installation of such landscaping shall be provided to the City.
15.Construction Management Plan. The applicant shall submit a construction management plan
prior to obtaining a building permit. The plan shall address work hours and schedule,
equipment/material staging and parking, estimated vehicular traffic, contaminated soil
management, dust control measures, noise mitigation, and general health and safety.
CITY ARBORIST
16.Arborist Report. All recommendations of the Arborist Report dated November 16, 2015 and
all other future updated reports, and incorporated herein by this reference shall be followed and
incorporated (in its entirety) into the plans.
PUBLIC WORKS
17.Encroachment Permit. The applicant shall obtain an encroachment permit for any and all
improvements in any City right-of-way or City easement prior to commencement of the work
to implement this Design Review.
18.Driveway Approach. Applicant (Owner) shall remove existing driveway approach and
replace with vertical curb, sidewalk and landscaped strip per City standard specifications to
match existing. Applicant (owner) shall install a new driveway approach per City standard
specifications. Applicant (owner) shall obtain an encroachment permit for any and all
improvements in any City right-of-way or City easement prior to commencement of the work
to implement this Design Review.
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Community Development Department
City of Saratoga
13777 Fruitvale Avenue
Saratoga, California 95070
ARBORIST REPORT
Application No. ARB15-0073
Prepared by Kate Bear, City Arborist Site: 13235 Glen Brae Drive
Phone: (408) 868-1276 Owner: Kim and Kevin Turner
Email: kbear@saratoga.ca.us APN: 393-19-003
Email: kevin@saratogarim.com
Report History:
Report 1
Date:
Plans received October 9, 2015
Arborist report received November 4, 2015
Revised plans received November 16, 2015
Report completed November 16, 2015
PROJECT SCOPE:
The applicant has submitted plans to the City to demolish the existing house and build a new one
story house with a basement and attached two-car garage.
STATUS: Approved by City Arborist with attached conditions.
PROJECT DATA IN BRIEF:
Tree bond – Required - $10,620
For trees 1 and 2
Tree fencing – Required – See Conditions of Approval and attached map.
Tree removals – None requested or permitted.
Replacement trees – None required.
FINDINGS:
Tree Removals
No trees are requested or approved for removal to construct this project.
New Construction
Based on the information provided, and as conditioned, this project complies with the requirements
for the setback of new construction from existing trees under Section 15-50.120 of the City Code.
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Tree Preservation Plan
Section 15-50.140 of the City Code requires a Tree Preservation Plan for this project. The submitted
arborist report, once included in the final set of plans, will satisfy this requirement.
The Project Description in Brief and Conditions of Approval from this report are also to be included
in the final set of plans.
ATTACHMENTS:
1 – Plans Reviewed and Tree Information
2 – Conditions of Approval
3 – Maps of site showing tree locations and protective fencing
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PLAN REVIEW:
Architectural Plans reviewed:
Preparer: Scott Design Associates
Date of Plans: September 14, 2015, revised November 16, 2015
Sheet A 0.1 Site Plan
Sheet A – 1 Enlargement of Leased Area
Sheet A – 2 Equipment Cabinets Layout
Sheets A – 4 and A – 5 Existing and Proposed Elevations
Civil Plans reviewed:
Preparer: Westfall Engineers, Inc.
Date of Plans: October 9, 2013, revised April 15, 2015
Sheet TOPO Boundary and Topographic Survey
Sheet 1 of 2* Grading and Drainage Plan
Sheet 1 of 2* Grading and Drainage Plan
* Both sheets are numbered 1 of 2 and titled Grading and Drainage Plan – second sheet has details
TREE INFORMATION:
Arborist Report reviewed:
Preparer: David Lazcko of Ian Geddes and Associates
Date of Report: November 2, 2015
An arborist report was submitted to the City for this project that inventoried two trees
protected by Saratoga City Code. Information on the condition of each tree, potential
impacts from construction, appraised values and tree protection recommendations was
provided. No trees are requested for removal to construct this project. A table summarizing
information about each tree is below.
Table 2: List of trees and appraised values
Tree
No. Species
Trunk
Diameter
(inches)
Condition
Intensity of
Construction
Impacts
Appraised
Value
On
Adjacent
Property?
Deodar cedar
1 Cedrus deodara 35 Fair Moderate $14,250 No
Beech Low/
2 Fagus sylvatica 17.0 Good Moderate $12,300 Yes
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CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
1. It is the responsibility of the owner, architect and contractor to be familiar with the
information in this report and implement the required conditions.
2. All recommendations in the arborist report dated November 2, 2015 prepared by David
Lazcko shall become conditions of approval.
3. The arborist report dated November 2, 2015 shall be copied on to a plan sheet, titled “Tree
Preservation” and included in the final job copy set of plans.
4. The Project Data in Brief and Conditions of Approval from this report shall also be copied
onto a plan sheet and included in the final set of plans as part of the Tree Preservation Plan.
5. The designated Project Arborist shall be David Lazcko, unless otherwise approved by the
City Arborist.
6. Tree Protection Security Deposit
a. Is required per City Ordinance 15-50.080.
b. Shall $10,620 be for tree(s) 1 and 2.
c. Shall be obtained by the owner and filed with the Community Development Department
before obtaining Building Division permits.
d. May be in the form of cash, check, credit card payment or a bond.
e. Shall remain in place for the duration of construction of the project.
f. May be released once the project has been completed, inspected and approved by the City
Arborist.
7. Tree Protection Fencing:
a. Shall be installed as shown on the attached maps.
b. Shall be established prior to the arrival of construction equipment or materials on site.
c. Shall be comprised of six-foot high chain link fencing mounted on eight-foot tall, 2-inch
diameter galvanized posts, driven 24 inches into the ground and spaced no more than 10
feet apart.
d. Shall be posted with signs saying “TREE PROTECTION FENCE - DO NOT MOVE OR
REMOVE WITHOUT APPROVAL FROM CITY ARBORIST, KATE BEAR (408)
868-1276”.
e. Call City Arborist, Kate Bear at (408) 868-1276 for an inspection of tree protection
fencing once it has been installed. This is required prior to obtaining building division
permits.
f. Tree protection fencing shall remain undisturbed throughout the construction until final
inspection.
g. If contractor feels that work must be done inside the fenced area, call City Arborist to
arrange a field meeting before performing work.
8. The Project Arborist shall visit the site every week during grading activities and monthly
thereafter. Following visits to the site, the Project Arborist shall provide the City with a
report including photos documenting the progress of the project and noting any tree issues.
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9. The Project Arborist shall be on site to monitor all work within 15 feet of trees 1 and 2.
10. The Project Arborist shall supervise:
a. Installation of the new driveway and walkway within 15 feet of tree 1.
b. Installation of the storm drain where it is within 15 feet of tree 1.
c. Work in the planter under the neighbor’s beech tree – hatched area on map 2.
11. No protected tree authorized for removal or encroachment pursuant to this project may be
removed or encroached upon until the issuance of the applicable permit from the building
division for the approved project.
12. Receipt of a Planning or Building permit does not relieve applicant of his responsibilities for
protecting trees per City Code Article 15-50 on all construction work.
13. All construction activities shall be conducted outside tree protection fencing. These activities
include, but are not necessarily limited to, the following: demolition, grading, trenching,
equipment cleaning, stockpiling and dumping materials (including soil fill), and
equipment/vehicle operation and parking.
14. Trenching to install utilities is not permitted inside tree protection fencing.
15. Roots of protected trees measuring two inches in diameter or more shall not be cut without
prior approval of the Project Arborist. Roots measuring less than two inches in diameter may
be cut using a sharp pruning tool.
16. Any permitted pruning or root pruning of trees on site shall be performed under the
supervision of the Project Arborist and according to ISA standards.
17. No trees are requested or approved for removal to construct the project.
18. Should any tree be damaged beyond repair, new trees shall be required to replace the tree. If
there is insufficient room to plant new trees, some or all of the replacement value for trees
shall be paid into the City’s Tree Fund. Replacement values for new trees are listed below.
15 gallon = $150 24 inch box = $500 36 inch box = $1,500
48 inch box = $5,000 60 inch box = 7,000 72 inch box = $15,000
19. Following completion of the work around trees, and before a final inspection of the project,
the applicant shall provide a letter to the City from the Project Arborist. That letter shall
document the work performed around trees, include photos of the work in progress, and
provide information on the condition of the trees.
20. At the end of the project, when the contractor wants to remove tree protection fencing and
have the tree protection security deposit released by the City, call City Arborist for a final
inspection.
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PLANNING COMMISSION
MEMORANDUM
Meeting Date:January 13, 2016
Application:ADR15-0029; ARB15-0050; GEO15-0013
Location / APN: 15470 Belnap Way (Bohlman) /517-14-021
Owner/Applicant:Van den Hoek
Staff Planner:Liz Ruess
The City Council approved amendments to the City’s Geologic Hazards Regulations of the City
Code on Wednesday, August 19, 2015. These amendments allow Saratoga residents additional
flexibility for modest additions or remodeling of an existing home in geologically sensitive area
as long as the proposed construction resulted in increased safety of the structure.
Prior to these City Code amendments becoming effective on September 19, 2015 some
homeowners would not have the ability to make any improvements to their existing homes if the
underlying geologic hazard conditions affecting their property could not be fully mitigated. In
many instances, mitigation of the geologic hazards is not physically or economically feasible due
to the scale or magnitude of the documented geologic conditions (e.g. a hazard spanning multiple
parcels or a deep landslide).
The intent of the approved amendments was to acknowledge that some level of remodeling or
improvements of existing older homes is necessary in order for homeowners to be able to
continue to utilize their properties and maintain the City’s housing stock. Additionally, the
amendments recognized that modest additions and remodeling of existing older structures to
current Building and Fire Code standards will result in increased overall safety for their
occupants. The adopted amendments establish a new project classification, a Categorically
Permitted Project, which conforms with this definition and would allow the homeowner to apply
for a Planning Commission Design Review approval with City Geologic Consultant and City
staff verification that a safer design is feasible.
A Categorically Permitted Project is specifically defined in the amended Geologic Hazards
Regulations as a remodel and/or addition to one existing structure on a legally existing parcel
based on an Engineered Design and limited to a maximum remodel of fifty percent (50%), and
an addition of 500 square feet or twenty-five percent (25%) of the square footage of the existing
building or structure, whichever is greater. Categorically Permitted Projects in the Pmw, Pd, and
Pdf Geologic Hazard areas are subject to Design Review approval by the Planning Commission
in accordance City Code Sections 16-65.060.
This project proposes an addition of 841.25 sq. ft. above an existing garage and is consistent with
this definition.
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STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Adopt Resolution No. 16-002 approving the categorically permitted
project subject to conditions of approval.
PROJECT DESCRIPTION: The applicant is requesting to construct an 841.25 sq. ft. addition to an
existing attached garage. The project is classified as a Categorically Permitted Project because the
area of addition is within a “Pd” ground movement potential category within a State mapped
earthquake-induced landslide hazard zone. Planning Commission Design Review Approval is
required for all Categorically Permitted Projects.
The existing home is 3,365 sq. ft. (including 688 sq. ft. attached garage). The total floor area
including the 841.25 sq. ft. addition would be 4,206.25 sq. ft. The project includes replacing the
garage doors on the existing garage. The height of the addition to the garage would be no taller
than 25 feet. No protected trees are proposed for removal. Geotechnical Clearance has been granted
because the proposed project complies with requirements of categorically permitted projects as
described in Saratoga Municipal Code Section 16-65.060.
PROJECT DATA:
Net Site Area: 38,333 SF
Zoning District: HR
Proposed Allowed/Required
Total Site Coverage 14,704 sq. ft. (15%) 25% Max.
Total Floor Area 4,206.25 sq. ft. 5,922 sq. ft. Max.
Height 24 ft. – 8 in. 26 ft. Max.
Setbacks
Front:
Left Side:
Left Side (2nd):
Right Side:
Right Side (2nd):
Rear:
Rear (2nd):
57’+
54’
536’+
49’
114’
180’
269’+
30’
20’
20’
20’
20’
60’
60’
Neighbor Notification and Correspondence: Notices were sent to all property owners within 500
feet of the proposed project on December 23, 2015. No comments have been received, as of the
writing of this report.
FINDINGS AND DETERMINATIONS
A categorically permitted project may only be approved when it is clearly demonstrated to the
City's Geotechnical Consultant that such categorically permitted project will improve the overall
safety of existing buildings and will not unduly jeopardize human safety, property on the site, or
adjoining public or private property. As stated in the Supplemental Geotechnical Peer Review
(Attachment #3): Structural upgrades will be proposed to improve the overall safety of site
structures and therefore Geotechnical Clearance was recommended and subsequently granted.
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Design Review Findings
The Planning Commission shall not grant design review approval unless it is able to make the
following findings. These findings are in addition to and not a substitute for compliance with all
other Zoning Regulations.
(a)Site development follows the natural contours of the site, minimizes grading, and is
appropriate given the property's natural constraints. This finding can be made because the
proposed addition will be above an existing garage and will remain in the same building
footprint of the existing structure, with no added foundation.
(b)All protected trees shall be preserved, as provided in Article 15-50 (Tree Regulations).
If constraints exist on the property, the number of protected trees, heritage trees, and
native trees approved for removal shall be reduced to an absolute minimum. Removal of
any smaller oak trees deemed to be in good health by the City Arborist shall be minimized
using the criteria set forth in Section 15-50.080. This finding can be made because no
protected trees are proposed for removal.
(c)The height of the structure, its location on the site, and its architectural elements are
designed to avoid unreasonable impacts to the privacy of adjoining properties and to
community viewsheds. This finding can be made because the proposed addition is above an
existing garage. The setbacks far exceed the required setbacks and due to the location of the
property in the hillside district and heavy landscape screening, the area of addition will likely
not be visible from adjacent properties. There would be no unreasonable impact to the
privacy of adjoining properties and to community viewsheds.
(d)The overall mass and the height of the structure, and its architectural elements are in
scale with the structure itself and with the neighborhood. This finding can be made because
the massing of the proposed roof is minimized by utilizing a sloped roof. The overall design,
roofline, materials, and location of the addition will avoid the perception of excessive bulk.
The design of the sloped roof and shape of the windows on the area of addition compliment
the design of the entry element of the existing house. The exterior colors and materials will
match the tasteful color palette of the existing house, including; light beige color stucco,
contrasted by white trim, glass and dark wood front door, and dark grey composition shingle
roofing. The proposed addition is consistent in style to the existing home.
(e)The landscape design minimizes hardscape in the front setback area and contains
elements that are complementary to the neighborhood streetscape. This finding can be
made because no landscaping or hardscaping is proposed as part of this project.
(f)Development of the site does not unreasonably impair the ability of adjoining
properties to utilize solar energy. This finding can be made because the project far exceeds
all required setbacks and will remain under 26 feet in height. The project will not impair
adjoining properties to utilize solar energy.
(g)The design of the structure and the site development plan is consistent with the
Residential Design Handbook, pursuant to Section 15-45.055. This finding can be made
because the proposed project conforms to the applicable design policies and techniques in the
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Residential Design Handbook such as minimizing the use of excessive colors and materials,
designed the structure with simple and well-proportioned massing, and avoiding
unreasonable interference with privacy and views as detailed in the findings above.
(h)On hillside lots, the location and the design of the structure avoid unreasonable
impacts to ridgelines, significant hillside features, community viewsheds, and is in
compliance with Section 15-13.100. This finding can be made because the proposed project
will not impact ridgelines, hillside features, or community viewsheds, and is in compliance
with Section 15-13.100. The area of addition will not be visible from adjacent properties and
the site has heavy landscaping and numerous mature trees which provide further screening.
Environmental Determination: The project is categorically exempt from the California
Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to 14 C.C.R. Section 15303, Class 3 “New
Construction or Conversion of Small Structures”, of the Public Resources Code (CEQA). This
exemption allows for the construction of up to three single-family residences.
ATTACHMENTS:
1.Resolution of Approval
2.Arborist Clearance
3.Geological Clearance Memo and Report
4.Photos of Existing House
5.Rendering of proposed addition
6.Development Plans (Exhibit "A")
7.Story Pole Certification Letter
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RESOLUTION NO: 16-002
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SARATOGA PLANNING COMMISSION
APPROVING DESIGN REVIEW ADR15-0029 LOCATED AT
15470 BELNAP WAY (BOHLMAN)
WHEREAS, on July 23, 2015 an application was submitted by Wilbert Van den Hoek
requesting Design Review approval for an addition of 841.25 sq. ft. above an existing 688 sq. ft.
garage attached to an existing 2,677 sq. ft. single-story, single-family residence located at 15470
Belnap Way (Bohlman). The height of the proposed addition would be 24 feet, 8 inches. No
protected trees are proposed for removal. The site is located within the HR Zoning District (APN
517-14-021); and
WHEREAS, the City Code requires a geologic hazards report to be prepared by a licensed
geologist and for the City’s Geologic Consultant to review and approve the report; and
WHEREAS, the City Code establishes a class of Categorically Permitted Projects which
consists of small additions and/or remodeling work proposed for existing residential structures
located in certain geologic hazard areas; and
WHEREAS, the subject property is located in geologic area and the proposed scope of
work qualifies as a Categorically Permitted Project; and
WHEREAS, the Community Development Department completed an environmental
assessment for the project in accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA),
and recommends that the Planning Commission determine this project exempt.
WHEREAS, on January 13, 2016, the Planning Commission held a duly noticed public
hearing on the subject application, and considered evidence presented by City Staff, the applicant,
and other interested parties.
NOW THEREFORE, the Planning Commission of the City of Saratoga hereby finds,
determines and resolves as follows:
Section 1: The recitals set forth above are true and correct and incorporated herein by
reference.
Section 2: The project is Categorically Exempt from the Environmental Quality Act
(CEQA) pursuant Section 15303, “New Construction or Conversion of Small Structures”, Class 3
(a) of the Public Resources Code (CEQA). This exemption allows for the construction of one
single-family residence in a residential area.
Section 3: The project is consistent with the following Saratoga General Plan Policies:
Land Use Goal 13 which provides that the City shall use the Design Review process to assure that
the new construction and major additions thereto are compatible with the site and the adjacent
surroundings; Safety Element Site and Drainage Policy 3 which provides that the City shall require
that landscaping and site drainage plans be submitted and approved during Design Review for a 90
residence prior to issuance of permits; and Conservation Element Policy 6.0 which provides that the
City shall protect the existing rural atmosphere of Saratoga by carefully considering the visual
impact of new development.
Section 4: The project is consistent with the Saratoga City Code in that the design and
improvements are consistent with the design review findings in that the project follows the natural
contours of the site, minimizes grading, and is appropriate given the property’s natural constraints;
preserves protected trees; is designed to avoid unreasonable impacts to the privacy of adjoining
properties and to community viewsheds; the mass and height of the structure and its architectural
elements are in scale with the structure itself and with the neighborhood; landscaping minimizes
hardscape in the front setback area and contains elements that are complementary to the
neighborhood streetscape; does not unreasonably impair the ability of adjoining properties to utilize
solar energy; and is consistent with the Residential Design Review Handbook.
Section 5: The City of Saratoga Planning Commission hereby approves ADR15-0029
located at 15470 Belnap Way, subject to the Findings, and Conditions of Approval attached hereto
as Exhibit 1.
PASSED AND ADOPTED by the City of Saratoga Planning Commission on this 13th day of
January 2016 by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
____________________________
Leonard Almalech
Chair, Planning Commission
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EXHIBIT 1
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
ADR15-0029
15470 BELNAP WAY (APN: 517-14-021)
1.All conditions below which are identified as permanent or for which an alternative period of
time for applicability is specified shall run with the land and apply to the landowner’s
successors in interest for such time period. No zoning clearance, or demolition, or grading
permit for this project shall be issued until proof is filed with the city that a certificate of
approval documenting all applicable permanent or other term-specified conditions has been
recorded by the applicant with the Santa Clara County Recorder’s office in form and content to
the satisfaction of the Community Development Director. If a condition is not “Permanent” or
does not have a term specified, it shall remain in effect until the issuance by the City of Saratoga
of a Certificate of Occupancy or its equivalent.
2.The Owner and Applicant will be mailed a statement after the time the Resolution granting this
approval is duly executed, containing a statement of all amounts due to the City in connection
with this application, including all consultant fees (collectively “processing fees”). THIS
APPROVAL OR PERMIT SHALL EXPIRE SIXTY (60) DAYS AFTER THE DATE
SAID NOTICE IS MAILED IF ALL PROCESSING FEES CONTAINED IN THE
NOTICE HAVE NOT BEEN PAID IN FULL. No Zoning Clearance or Demolition,
Grading, or Building Permit may be issued until the City certifies that all processing fees have
been paid in full (and, for deposit accounts, a surplus balance of $500 is maintained).
3.The Project shall maintain compliance with all applicable regulations of the State, County, City
and/or other governmental agencies having jurisdiction including, without limitation, the
requirements of the Saratoga Zoning Regulations incorporated herein by this reference.
4.As a condition of this Approval, Owner and Applicant hereby agree to defend, indemnify and
hold the City and its officers, officials, boards, commissions, employees, agents and volunteers
harmless from and against:
a.any and all claims, actions or proceedings to attack, set aside, void or annul any action
on the subject application, or any of the proceedings, acts or determinations taken, done
or made prior to said action; and
b.any and all claims, demands, actions, expenses or liabilities arising from or in any
manner relating to the performance of such construction, installation, alteration or
grading work by the Owner and/or Applicant, their successors, or by any person acting
on their behalf.
In addition, prior to any Zoning Clearance, Owner and Applicant shall execute a separate
agreement containing the details of this required Agreement to Indemnify, Hold harmless and
Defend, which shall be subject to prior approval as to form and content by the City Attorney.
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5.Construction must be commenced within 36 months from the date of this approval (January 13,
2019), or the resolution will expire.
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
6.Compliance with Plans. The development shall be located and constructed to include those
features, and only those features, as shown on the Approved Plans dated July 14, 2015,
denominated Exhibit "A". All proposed changes to the Approved Plans must be submitted in
writing with plans showing the changes, including a clouded set of plans highlighting the
changes. Such changes shall be subject to approval in accordance with Condition 3, above.
7.Building Division Submittal. Four (4) sets of complete construction plans shall be submitted
to the Building Division. These plans shall be subject to review and approval by the City prior
to issuance of Zoning Clearance. The construction plans shall, at a minimum include the
following:
a.Architectural drawings and other plan sheets consistent with those identified as Exhibit “A”
on file with the Community Development Department and referenced in Condition No. 6
above;
b.A note shall be included on the site plan stating that no construction equipment or private
vehicles shall be parked or stored within the root zone of any Ordinance-protected tree on
the site;
c.This Resolution printed onto separate construction plan pages;
d.A final utility plan that shows location of HVAC mechanical equipment outside of required
setback areas;
e.A final Drainage and Grading Plan stamped by a registered Civil Engineer combined with
the above-required Stormwater Detention Plan;
f.A final Landscape and Irrigation Plan; and
g.All additional drawings, plans, maps, reports, and/or materials required by the Building
Division.
8.Lighting. Exterior lighting shall be shielded so as not to shine on adjacent properties or public
right-of-way.
9.Maintenance of Construction Project Sites. Because this Design Review Approval
authorizes a project which requires a Building Permit, compliance with City Code Section 16-
75.050 governing maintenance of construction project sites is required.
10.Fences, Walls and Hedges. All fences, walls and hedges not in connection with the proposed
fence exception shall conform to height requirements provided in City Code Section 15-29.
11.Final Landscaping and Irrigation Plan. The final landscaping and irrigation plan shall take
into account the following:
a.To the extent feasible, landscaping shall be designed and operated to treat storm water
runoff by incorporating elements that collect, detain and infiltrate runoff. In areas that
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provide detention of water, plants that are tolerant of saturated soil conditions and
prolong exposure to water shall be specified.
b.To the extent feasible, pest resistant landscaping plants shall be used throughout the
landscaped area, especially along any hardscape area.
c.Plant materials selected shall be appropriate to site specific characteristics such as soil
type, topography, climate, amount and timing of sunlight, prevailing winds, rainfall, air
movement, patterns of land use, ecological consistency and plant interactions to ensure
successful establishment.
d.Pest resistant landscaping plants shall be considered for use throughout the landscaped
area, especially along any hardscape area.
e.Any proposed or required under grounding of utilities shall take into account potential
damage to roots of protected trees
12.Fire Department Requirements. Owner/applicant shall comply with all Fire Department
requirements.
13.Noise and Construction Hours. In order to comply with standards that minimize impacts to
the neighborhood during site preparation and construction, the applicant shall comply with City
Code Sections 7-30.060 and 16-75.050, with respect to noise, construction hours, maintenance
of the construction site and other requirements stated in these sections.
14.Front yard landscaping. Front yard landscaping shall be installed prior to final inspection or a
bond satisfactory to the Community Development Department valued at 150% of the estimated
cost of the installation of such landscaping shall be provided to the City.
CITY ARBORIST
15.Arborist Report. All recommendations of the Arborist Memo dated November 3, 2015 and all
other future updated memos or reports, and incorporated herein by this reference shall be
followed and incorporated (in its entirety) into the plans.
PUBLIC WORKS
16.Encroachment Permit. All recommendations of the Memorandum of Geotechnical Clearance
Conditions dated October 26, 2015 and all other future updated reports, and incorporated herein
by this reference shall be followed and incorporated (in its entirety) into the plans.
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Community Development Department – Arborist
Kate Bear, City Arborist
Email: kbear@saratoga.ca.us
Ph: 408-868-1276
MEMO sent via email
TO: Wilbert van den Hoek
FROM: Kate Bear
DATE: November 3, 2015
RE: 15470 Belnap Way; ARB15-0050; ADR15-0029
Here are arborist comments for the proposed addition above the garage.
Currently the 38 inch oak tree does not have branches over the garage and does not appear to need
pruning to clear the proposed addition. It appears far enough from the addition that an arborist report is
not required.
Based on an email from the owner, no changes to the retaining wall are needed in order to increase the
garage foundation support for the second story. Because no work is needed on the retaining wall, the tree
and its canopy are far enough from the proposed work to be exempt from tree protection requirements. If
anything change so that work is required within five feet of the oak tree’s canopy, an arborist report, a
tree preservation plan and a tree protection security deposit will be required.
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October 28, 2015 Wilbert Van Den Hoek 15470 Belnap Way Saratoga, CA 95070 Via Email: wgm.vdh@gmail.com RE: Geotechnical Clearance for 15470 Belnap Way Application # GEO15-0013 Geotechnical Clearance with conditions has been granted for the above referenced project based on the review letter prepared by the City Geotechnical Consultant, dated October 26, 2015 Geotechnical conditions of approval and the Geologist’s review letter are attached. Please note that a ‘Hold Harmless Agreement’ will be sent to you for your signatures and return sometime in the next few weeks. Do not hesitate to contact me at (408) 868-1274 or via email at iharvancik@saratoga.ca.us if you have any questions regarding this review. Thank you. Sincerely, Iveta Harvancik Senior Engineer Public Works Department Cc (via email): Liz Ruess, CD Department David Giannella, Agent, via email: dg@acadia-architecture.com
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Memorandum of Geotechnical Clearance Conditions
MEMORANDUM
TO: Liz Ruess, Project Planner, Community Development Department
CC: Van Den Hoek, W. (Owner & Applicant)
FROM: Iveta Harvancik, Senior Engineer
SUBJECT: Geotechnical Clearance Conditions for GEO15-0013 at 15470 Belnap Way
DATE: October 26, 2015
1. Geotechnical Clearance is granted for this project only if the project complies with requirements of Categorically permitted projects as described in Saratoga Municipal Code Section 16-65.060. 2. The applicant's geotechnical consultant shall review and approve all geotechnical aspects of the project building and grading plans (i.e., site preparation and grading, site drainage improvements and design parameters for foundations, retaining walls and driveway) to ensure that their recommendations have been properly incorporated. The results of the plan review shall be summarized by the geotechnical consultant in a letter and submitted to the City Engineer for review and approval prior to issuance of building permits. 3. The geotechnical consultant shall inspect, test (as needed), and approve all geotechnical aspects of the project construction. The inspections shall include, but not necessarily be limited to: site preparation and grading, site surface and subsurface drainage improvements, and excavations for foundations and retaining walls prior to the placement of steel and concrete. The results of these inspections and the as-built conditions of the project shall be described by the geotechnical consultant in a letter and submitted to the City Engineer for review prior to final (granting of occupancy) project approval. 4. The owner (applicant) shall pay any outstanding fees associated with the City Geotechnical Consultant’s review of the project prior to Zone Clearance. 5. The owner (applicant) shall enter into agreement holding the City of Saratoga harmless from any claims or liabilities caused by or arising out of soil or slope instability, slides, slope failure or other soil related and/or erosion related conditions.
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PROJECT TEAM
SCOPE OF WORK
LOCATION MAPABBREVIATIONS
(REFER TO CONSULTANT DRAWINGS FOR ADDITIONAL ABBREVIATIONS)
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NO CHANGES TO SINGLE STORY EXISTING HOUSE.
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MECHANICAL, AND ELECTRICAL WORK.
FACE OF OBJECT
CENTERLINE OF OBJECT
SECTION NUMBER
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DOOR ID
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REVISION MARKER
PLAN KEY NOTES
SYMBOLS
REFER TO ARCHITECTURAL FLOOR PLAN SHEETS AND CONSULTANT
DRAWINGS FOR ADDITIONAL SYMBOLS AND REFERENCE DESIGNATIONS
DIMENSION REFERENCE
SECTION REFERENCE
01
A9.1
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A9.1
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1
D-0
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MATERIALS REFERENCE
APPLICABLE CODES
OWNER
DRAWINGS INDEX
ARCHITECTURAL
A-1.0 PROJECT INFORMATION
TP-1 SURVEY
TP-2 SURVEY
A-1.1 SITE PLAN
A-1.2 AERIAL VIEW
A-2.0 MAIN LEVEL- DEMO PLAN
A-2.1 (E) LOWER LEVEL PLAN
A-2.2 MAIN LEVEL- PROPOSED PLAN
A-2.3 UPPER LEVEL PROPOSED PLAN
A-2.3.1 AREA DIAGRAMS
A-2.4 ROOF PLAN
A-3.0 EXTERIOR ELEVATIONS
A-3.1 EXTERIOR ELEVATIONS
A-3.2 EXTERIOR PERSPECTIVE
A-4.0 BUILDING SECTIONS
A-5.0 OPENING SCHEDULES
STRUCTURAL ENGINEER
ENERGY COMPLIANCE
SURVEYOR
YARMILA VERA KENNETT15231 PERRY LANEMORGAN HILL, CA 95037T: (408) 621-3740
DEFERRED APPROVAL ITEMS
CIVIL ENGINEER
2013 California Building Code
2013 California Residential Building Code
2013 California Mechanical Code
2013 California Plumbing Code
2013 California Electrical Code
2010 California Energy Code
Chapter 4 of the 2013 California
Green Building Standards Code
WILBERT VAN DEN HOEK
15470 Belnap Way Saratoga, Ca 95070
T: (408) 621-3740
BOWMAN & WILLIAMS
1011 Cedar St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
T: (831) 426-3560
CALGREEN NOTE: ALL ADHESIVES, SEALANTS, CAULKS, PAINTS, COATINGS AND AEROSOL PAINT
CONTAINERS MUST REMAIN ON THE SITE FOR FIELD VERIFICATION BY THE BUILDING INSPECTOR.
CGBSC SECT. 4.504.2.4
A RESIDENTIAL FIRE SPRINKLER SYSTEM IS REQUIRED IN ACCORDANCE WITH NFPA 13D AND
STATE AND LOCAL REQUIREMENTS.
INTERIOR STAIRS AND GUARDRAILS ARE DEFERRED SYSTEMS TO BE DETAILED AND SUBMITTED
BY STAIR MANUFACTURER
Van den Hoek
Residence
Second Floor Addition
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COUNTY Santa Clara
ZONING DISTRICT HR
FLOOD ZONE No
HISTORIC DISTRICT No
OCCUPANCY R-3 + U-1
BUILDING TYPE V-B
AVERAGE SLOPE >30%; 2~3% at Building Site
LOT SIZE 2.2 Acres (95,832 Sq.Ft.)
NET LOT SIZE 95,832 * .4=38,333 Sq.Ft.
SETBACKS F: 30'; S: 30'; R 30'
MAXIMUM PROPOSED HEIGHT +- 24'-8"
ALLOWABLE FLOOR AREA 4,050+24(78)= 5,922 Sq.Ft. MAX
FIRST FLOOR AREA (Sq.Ft.) (Existing)2,677
GARAGE (Sq.Ft.) (Existing)688
GARAGE (Sq.Ft.) (Modified)No Changes
(N) UPPER LEVEL LIVING UNIT FLOOR AREA (Sq.Ft.)841.25
TOTAL PROPOSED FLOOR AREA (Sq.Ft.)4,206.25
PROJECT INFORMATION
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SECOND FLOOR
ADDITION
EXISTING HOUSE
EXISTING GARAGE WITH
NEW DOORS
HEIGHT INFORMATION TABLE
Lowest Elevation Point (at the buildings edge from natural grade)0.01'
Highest Elevation Point (at the buildings edge from natural grade)11"
Average Elevation Point (based on highest and lowest points above)0.45'
of the roof.
Top most elevation point (measured from average point above) to the top most point
24'8"
Based on lowest adjancent grade elevation of 152.04 and highest of 153.02
SETBACKS TABLE Required Proposed
Front 30'0"+- 57'2"
Left Side First Floor 20'0"+- 54'1"
Left Side Second Floor 20'0"+- 536'6"
Right Side First Floor 20'0"+- 49'
Right Side Second Floor 20'0"+-114'
Rear First Floor 60'0"+-180'
Rear Second Floor 60'0"+- 269'7"
2,677 0 2,677
0 841.25 841.25
688 0 688
no change
0 no change 0
4,206.25
0 0
4,709
4,379
4,820
456 (pool)
14,364
0
0
680
340
0
0
340
340
680
340
14,704
110
111
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BOHLMAN ROAD (60')140'130'120'110'100'GARAGE
FOYER
LIVING ROOM
KITCHEN
DINING ROOM
MASTER BEDROOM
W.I.C.
MASTER BATH
BEDROOM 1
BEDROOM 2
BATH 1
LAUNDRY
HALL
SITE PLAN-DRAINAGE-LANDSCAPE PLAN
Scale: 1/8" = 1'-0"1
DRAINAGE NOTES
1- ALL DOWNSPOUTS AND FOUNDATION PERIMETER DRAINS TO BE
CONNECTED TO SPLASH BLOCKS AWAY FROM BUILDING
2- SURFACE DRAINAGE TO FLOW THROUGH GRASS SWALES
3-NO TREES TO BE REMOVED
4-SLOPE GRADE AWAY FROM BUILDING 5% FOR A DISTANCE OF 5'
AWAY FROM BUILDING. PROVIDE 2% SLOPE ON IMPERVIOUS
SURFACES
5- ENSURE PROPER LOT DRAINAGE PER CHAPTER 11 CPC 2010 FOR
LOCATION OF CATCH BASINS TO THE PROPERTY LINES.
6-THE RUNOFF SHOULD REMAIN ON THE PROPERTY NOT BE TAKEN
TO A PUBLIC WAY.
DIMENSIONS NOTE
1-CONTRACTOR TO VERIFY ALL DIMENSIONS IN FIELD AND NOTIFY
ARCHITECT OF ANY DISCREPANCY BEFORE ANY CONSTRUCTION
2- CONTRACTOR TO STAKE PROPERTY
LINES WITH SURVEYOR AND USE SETBACKS FOR ADDITION LAY-OUTF.F. 153.03'
NO TREES TO
BE REMOVED
(E) 4" WIDE SLOT DRAIN
(E) 3" WIDE SLOT DRAIN
(E) SOLAR PANELS CONTOL
PANEL AND MAIN SWITCH
(E) ELECTRICAL PANEL
(E) ELECTRICAL METER
W.M.
W.M.
W.M.
SEPTIC.
SEPTIC.
CATCH BASIN
(E) PAVERS
NO CHANGES TO EXISTING
HOUSE
TREE DRIPLINE TO BE TRIMMED
5' BACK FROM
ROOF LINE PRIOR TO
CONSTRUCTION
EXISTING PORCH
00 10 20 30 40 FT
NEW PERVIOUS
PAVERS
W.M.
EXISTING
LANDSCAPE STRIP,
NO CHANGES
DIRECTION OF SURFACE
WATER FLOW
DIRECTION OF SURFACE
WATER FLOW
DIRECTION OF SURFACE
WATER FLOW
EXISTING
RETAINING WALL
EXISTING
RETAINING WALL
EXISTING
RETAINING WALL
(E) 3" WIDE SLOT DRAIN
(E) LANDSCAPE, NO CHANGES
(E) LANDSCAPE, NO CHANGES
PROTECT DURING
CONSTRUCTION
PER CITY
STANDARDS
(E) LANDSCAPE, NO CHANGES
DOWNSPOUT, TYP.
EXISTING
LANDSCAPE STRIP,
NO CHANGES
DOWNSPOUT, TYP.
(E) FLAGSTONE PAVERS, NO
CHANGES
LINE OF FLOOR ABOVE, TYP.
LINE OF FLOOR ABOVE, TYP.
152.98'
152.15'
152.44'
153'
152.7'
152.61'
152.41'
152.04'
153.14'
152.8'
EXISTING RETAINING WALL, NO
CHANGES
NEW METAL STAIR
TO SECOND FLOOR
UNIT
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SECOND FLOOR
NO CHANGES TO
EXISTING HOUSE
NEIGHBOR'S HOUSE
DOWNHILL
NEIGHBOR'S HOUSE
UPHILL
AERIAL VIEW, N.T.S.
DOWNWARD VIEW
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Scale: 1/8" = 1'-0"3
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GARAGE
FOYER
LIVING ROOM
KITCHEN
DINING ROOM
MASTER BEDROOM
W.I.C.
MASTER BATH
BEDROOM 1
BEDROOM 2
BATH 1
LAUNDRY
HALL
MAIN LEVEL DEMO PLAN
Scale: 3/16" = 1'-0"1
0 4 128 16
INDICATES EXISTING WALLS TO
REMAIN
INDICATES EXISTING WALLS TO BE
REMOVED
INDICATES EXISTING ITEMS TO BE
REMOVED
WALL LEGEND
GENERAL DEMOLITION NOTES:
01 SECURELY SHORE IN PLACE ALL OVERHEAD STRUCTURES
PRIOR TO REMOVAL OF ANY EXISTING SUPPORTING STRUCTURES
02 REMOVE ALL APPLIANCES, CABINETRY AND PLUMBING FIXTURES
CAP OFF OR RE-ROUTE PLUMBING AND GAS LINES AS NECESSARY
FOR NEW CONSTRUCTION
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LINE OF (E) MAIN FLOOR ABOVE
LINE OF (E) MAIN FLOOR ABOVE
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GARAGE
FOYER
LIVING ROOM
KITCHEN
DINING ROOM
MASTER BEDROOM
W.I.C.
MASTER BATH
BEDROOM 1
BEDROOM 2
BATH 1
LAUNDRY
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Scale: 3/16" = 1'-0"1
0 4 128 16
GENERAL SHEET NOTES:
1. REFER TO MECHANICAL, ELECTRICAL, AND
STRUCTURAL DRAWINGS FOR EXTENT OF MECHANICAL,
ELECTRICAL, AND STRUCTURAL WORK.
2. ALL EXTERIOR STUD WALLS SHALL HAVE MIN. R-15 FOIL
BACKED INSULATION.
3. REFER TO STRUCTURAL DRAWINGS FOR ALL FRAMING
AND STRUCTURAL MEMBER SIZES.
4. PROVIDE FULLY TEMPERED GLAZING, LAMINATED
SAFETY GLASS OR APPROVED PLASTIC IN SHOWERS OR
BATHTUB ADJACENT WALL OPENINGS WITHIN 60 INCHES
ABOVE A STANDING SURFACE AND DRAIN INLET.
5. DOORS AND PANELS OF SHOWER AND BATHTUB
ENCLOSURES SHALL BE FULLY TEMPERED, LAMINATED
SAFETY GLASS OR APPROVED PLASTIC.
6. PROVIDE TEMPERED GLAZING AT HAZARDOUS
LOCATIONS, SUCH AS IN DOORS.
7. TUB-SHOWER COMBINATIONS SHALL BE PROVIDED
WITH INDIVIDUAL CONTROL VALVES OF THE PRESSURE
BALANCE OR THE THERMOSTATIC MIXING VALVE TYPE.
PROVIDE MIXING VALVE FOR ALL TUB/SHOWERS
8. PROVIDE PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE WITH DRAIN TO
OUTSIDE AT WATER HEATER.
9. INSTALL WINDOWS PER MANUFACTURER'S
RECOMMENDATIONS
10. DIMENSIONS ARE TO FINISH OF WALLS U.O.N.
11. MIN. JAMB AT DOORS TO BE 4"
GRAPHIC KEY:
EXISTING WALL TO REMAIN
NEW FRAMED EXTERIOR / INTERIOR WALL
S.S.D.
FIRE RESISTIVE WALL CONSTRUCTION
AT WALLS BETWEEN GARAGE AND LIVABLE SPACE:
MIN. 1/2" GYPSUM BOARD TYPE X OVER STUDS FROM
CURB TO UNDERSIDE OF ROOF SHEATING APPLIED TO
INTERIOR SIDE OF THE EXTERIOR WALLS
DIMENSIONS NOTES
1-CONTRACTOR TO VERIFY ALL DIMENSIONS IN FIELD AND
NOTIFY ARCHITECT OF ANY DISCREPANCY BEFORE ANY
CONSTRUCTION
2- CONTRACTOR TO STAKE PROPERTY
LINES WITH SURVEYOR AND USE SETBACKS FOR
ADDITION LAY-OUT
EGRESS NOTES:
• EVERY SLEEPING ROOM SHALL HAVE AT LEAST ONE OPERABLE
EMERGENCY ESCAPE AND RESCUE OPENING (R310.1)
a) MINIMUM NET CLEAR OPENABLE DIMENSION OF 24" IN HEIGHT
(R310.1.2)
b) MINIMUM NET CLEAR OPENABLE DIMENSION OF 20" IN WIDTH
(R310.1.3)
c) MINIMUM NET CLEAR OPENABLE DIMENSION OF 5.7 SQUARE FEET
IN AREA.
GRADE FLOOR OPENINGS SHALL HAVE A MINIMUM NET CLEAR
OPENING OF 5 SQUARE FEET (R310.1.1)
d) OPENINGS SHALL HAVE A SILL HEIGHT OF NOT MORE THAN 44"
MEASURED FROM THE FLOOR (R310.1)
STAIRWAY REQUIREMENT
A. STAIRWAYS SHALL NOT BE LESS THAN 36 INCHES IN CLEAR
WIDTH ABOVE THE HANDRAILS. HANDRAIL PROJECTIONS ARE
LIMITED TO NOT MORE THAN 4.5 INCHES ON EITHER SIDE OF THE
STAIRWAY. (CRC Sec.R311.7.1)
B. HEADROOM SHALL NOT BE LESS THAN 6 FEET 8 INCHES
MEASURED FROM THE SLOPED LINE ADJOINING THE TREAD
NOSING. (CRC R311.7.2)
C. RISER HEIGHT SHALL NOT EXCEED 7 3/4 INCHES. THE GREATEST
RISER HEIGHT WITHIN ANY FLIGHT OF STAIRS SHALL NOT EXCEED
THE SMALLEST BY MORE THAN 3/8". (CRC Sec.R311.7.4.1).
D. TREAD DEPTH (MEASURED BETWEEN THE NOSING) SHALL BE AT
LEAST 10 INCES. THE LARGEST TREAD DEPTH WIITHIN ANY FLIGHT
OF STAIRS SHALL NOT EXCEED THE SMALLEST BY MORE THAN 3/8"
(CRC Sec.R311.7.4.2)
E. NOSING NOT LESS THAN 0.75" BUT NOT MORE THAN 1.25" SHALL
BE PROVIDED ON STAIRWAYS WITH SOLID RISERS IF THE TREAD
DEPTH IS LESS THAN 11". THE RADIUS OF CURVATURE AT THE
NOSING SHALL BE NO GREATER THAN 9/16 INCH. (CRC
Sec.R311.7.4.3).
F. OPEN RISERS ARE PERMITTED, PROVIDED THAT THE OPENING
BETWEEN TREADS DOES NOT PERMIT THE PASSAGE OF A 4- INCH
DIAMETER SPHERE. THE OPENING BETWEEN ADJACENT TREADS IS
NOT LIMITED ON STAIRS WITH A TOTAL RISE OF 30 INCHES OF LESS.
(CRC Sec. R311.7.4.3)
GENERAL CONTRACTOR MUST OBTAIN A STREET WORK PERMIT
FROM PUBLIC WORKS PRIOR TO DISCHARGE INTO THE CITY STORM
DRAIN SYSTEM. THE DEWATERING SYSTEM SHALL BE DESIGNED
ACCORDING TO THE PLAN SHOWN ON SHEET C.3 WITHIN THE
BUILDING PERMIT PLANSET.
MECHANICAL VENTILATION:
PROVIDE WHOLE-BUILDING VENTILATION PER
ASHRAE 62.2
The required flow rate for whole-building ventilation can be calculated using
the following formula from ASHRAE Standard 62.2:
whole-building continuous ventilation rate in cfm =
floor area / 100 + (number of bedrooms + 1) x 7.5.
kitchen ventilation: range hood vented to the outside with min. flow of 100
cfm; use airking esval30s (or similar) energy star with cfm of 300/200/90 and
less than 3 sones hvi certified
CALGREEN PLUMBING PLAN NOTES:
CGBSC Section 4.303. Fixture Flow Rate Requirements:
A.Water closets – 1.28 gallons per flush. CGBSC Section 4.303.1.1
B.Single showerhead – 2.0 gpm at 80 psi. CGBSC Section 4.303.1.3.1
C. Multiple Showerheads serving one shower-Combined flow
rate of all showerheads and / or other shower outlets controlled by a
single valve-2.0 Gpm At 80 Psi. CGBSC Section 4..303.1.3.2
D.Lavatory faucets – 1.5 gpm at 60 psi (minimum shall not be less than
0.8 gpm at 20 psi). CGBSC Section 4.303.1.4.1
E. Faucets In Kitchens - 1.8 gpm at 60 psi. CGBSC Section 4.303.1.4.4
WATER HEATER NOTES:
WATER HEATERS REQUIRE TWO SEISMIC STRAPS; ONE LOCATED
WITHIN THE TOP 1/3 OF THE WATER HEATER AND ONE AT THE
BOTTOM 1/3.
THE BOTTOM STRAP SHALL BE LOCATED AT LEAST 4" AWAY FROM
THE HEATER CONTROLS. CPC 508.2
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STEP: 7 3/4" MAX RISER, 10" MIN TREAD. FOR TREADS LESS THAN
11", A NOSING OF NOT LESS THAN 0.75", BUT NOT MORE THAN
1.25" SHALL BE PROVIDED. SEE STAIR CRC CODE NOTES ON
THIS SHEET.
NOTE: THE GREATEST RISER HEIGHT SHALL NOT EXCEED THE
SMALLEST BY MORE THAN 3/8" INCH. CRC SEC. R311.7.5.1
HANDRAIL, SEE DET. 01 AND 03 SHEET A8.5
34" H RAILING AT STAIR RAMP, 42" H AT LANDINGS. SEE 03 AND
02-A 8.5
ALL FRENCH AND GLASS DOORS TO BE TEMPERED GLAZING,
TYP.
1" MAX THRESHOLD HEIGHT
LINE OF SECOND FLOOR BALCONY ABOVE
LINE OF SECOND FLOOR ABOVE
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CLOSET
BEDROOM 3
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BATH 2
W/D
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20'-11 1/2"23'-7"14'-1"11'-10"11'-4 3/4"
DECK
UPPER LEVEL PROPOSED PLAN
Scale: 3/16" = 1'-0"1
0 4 128 16
23'-7"
5'-7 1/2"12'-0 3/4"9'-6"4'-6"2'-0"15'-1"8'-6"2'-5"12'-3"10'-10"10'-7"16'-7"8'-3"3'-6"3'-6"3'-4"11'-4 1/2"3'-8 1/2"5'-7"3'-2"2'-11 1/2"GENERAL SHEET NOTES:
1. REFER TO MECHANICAL, ELECTRICAL, AND
STRUCTURAL DRAWINGS FOR EXTENT OF MECHANICAL,
ELECTRICAL, AND STRUCTURAL WORK.
2. ALL EXTERIOR STUD WALLS SHALL HAVE MIN. R-15 FOIL
BACKED INSULATION.
3. REFER TO STRUCTURAL DRAWINGS FOR ALL FRAMING
AND STRUCTURAL MEMBER SIZES.
4. PROVIDE FULLY TEMPERED GLAZING, LAMINATED
SAFETY GLASS OR APPROVED PLASTIC IN SHOWERS OR
BATHTUB ADJACENT WALL OPENINGS WITHIN 60 INCHES
ABOVE A STANDING SURFACE AND DRAIN INLET.
5. DOORS AND PANELS OF SHOWER AND BATHTUB
ENCLOSURES SHALL BE FULLY TEMPERED, LAMINATED
SAFETY GLASS OR APPROVED PLASTIC.
6. PROVIDE TEMPERED GLAZING AT HAZARDOUS
LOCATIONS, SUCH AS IN DOORS.
7. TUB-SHOWER COMBINATIONS SHALL BE PROVIDED
WITH INDIVIDUAL CONTROL VALVES OF THE PRESSURE
BALANCE OR THE THERMOSTATIC MIXING VALVE TYPE.
PROVIDE MIXING VALVE FOR ALL TUB/SHOWERS
8. PROVIDE PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE WITH DRAIN TO
OUTSIDE AT WATER HEATER.
9. INSTALL WINDOWS PER MANUFACTURER'S
RECOMMENDATIONS
10. DIMENSIONS ARE TO FINISH OF WALLS U.O.N.
11. MIN. JAMB AT DOORS TO BE 4"
GRAPHIC KEY:
EXISTING WALL TO REMAIN
NEW FRAMED EXTERIOR / INTERIOR WALL
S.S.D.
FIRE RESISTIVE WALL CONSTRUCTION
AT WALLS BETWEEN GARAGE AND LIVABLE SPACE:
MIN. 1/2" GYPSUM BOARD TYPE X OVER STUDS FROM
CURB TO UNDERSIDE OF ROOF SHEATING APPLIED TO
INTERIOR SIDE OF THE EXTERIOR WALLS
DIMENSIONS NOTES
1-CONTRACTOR TO VERIFY ALL DIMENSIONS IN FIELD AND
NOTIFY ARCHITECT OF ANY DISCREPANCY BEFORE ANY
CONSTRUCTION
2- CONTRACTOR TO STAKE PROPERTY
LINES WITH SURVEYOR AND USE SETBACKS FOR
ADDITION LAY-OUT
EGRESS NOTES:
• EVERY SLEEPING ROOM SHALL HAVE AT LEAST ONE OPERABLE
EMERGENCY ESCAPE AND RESCUE OPENING (R310.1)
a) MINIMUM NET CLEAR OPENABLE DIMENSION OF 24" IN HEIGHT
(R310.1.2)
b) MINIMUM NET CLEAR OPENABLE DIMENSION OF 20" IN WIDTH
(R310.1.3)
c) MINIMUM NET CLEAR OPENABLE DIMENSION OF 5.7 SQUARE FEET
IN AREA.
GRADE FLOOR OPENINGS SHALL HAVE A MINIMUM NET CLEAR
OPENING OF 5 SQUARE FEET (R310.1.1)
d) OPENINGS SHALL HAVE A SILL HEIGHT OF NOT MORE THAN 44"
MEASURED FROM THE FLOOR (R310.1)
STAIRWAY REQUIREMENT
A. STAIRWAYS SHALL NOT BE LESS THAN 36 INCHES IN CLEAR
WIDTH ABOVE THE HANDRAILS. HANDRAIL PROJECTIONS ARE
LIMITED TO NOT MORE THAN 4.5 INCHES ON EITHER SIDE OF THE
STAIRWAY. (CRC Sec.R311.7.1)
B. HEADROOM SHALL NOT BE LESS THAN 6 FEET 8 INCHES
MEASURED FROM THE SLOPED LINE ADJOINING THE TREAD
NOSING. (CRC R311.7.2)
C. RISER HEIGHT SHALL NOT EXCEED 7 3/4 INCHES. THE GREATEST
RISER HEIGHT WITHIN ANY FLIGHT OF STAIRS SHALL NOT EXCEED
THE SMALLEST BY MORE THAN 3/8". (CRC Sec.R311.7.4.1).
D. TREAD DEPTH (MEASURED BETWEEN THE NOSING) SHALL BE AT
LEAST 10 INCES. THE LARGEST TREAD DEPTH WIITHIN ANY FLIGHT
OF STAIRS SHALL NOT EXCEED THE SMALLEST BY MORE THAN 3/8"
(CRC Sec.R311.7.4.2)
E. NOSING NOT LESS THAN 0.75" BUT NOT MORE THAN 1.25" SHALL
BE PROVIDED ON STAIRWAYS WITH SOLID RISERS IF THE TREAD
DEPTH IS LESS THAN 11". THE RADIUS OF CURVATURE AT THE
NOSING SHALL BE NO GREATER THAN 9/16 INCH. (CRC
Sec.R311.7.4.3).
F. OPEN RISERS ARE PERMITTED, PROVIDED THAT THE OPENING
BETWEEN TREADS DOES NOT PERMIT THE PASSAGE OF A 4- INCH
DIAMETER SPHERE. THE OPENING BETWEEN ADJACENT TREADS IS
NOT LIMITED ON STAIRS WITH A TOTAL RISE OF 30 INCHES OF LESS.
(CRC Sec. R311.7.4.3)
GENERAL CONTRACTOR MUST OBTAIN A STREET WORK PERMIT
FROM PUBLIC WORKS PRIOR TO DISCHARGE INTO THE CITY STORM
DRAIN SYSTEM. THE DEWATERING SYSTEM SHALL BE DESIGNED
ACCORDING TO THE PLAN SHOWN ON SHEET C.3 WITHIN THE
BUILDING PERMIT PLANSET.
MECHANICAL VENTILATION:
PROVIDE WHOLE-BUILDING VENTILATION PER
ASHRAE 62.2
The required flow rate for whole-building ventilation can be calculated using
the following formula from ASHRAE Standard 62.2:
whole-building continuous ventilation rate in cfm =
floor area / 100 + (number of bedrooms + 1) x 7.5.
kitchen ventilation: range hood vented to the outside with min. flow of 100
cfm; use airking esval30s (or similar) energy star with cfm of 300/200/90 and
less than 3 sones hvi certified
CALGREEN PLUMBING PLAN NOTES:
CGBSC Section 4.303. Fixture Flow Rate Requirements:
A.Water closets – 1.28 gallons per flush. CGBSC Section 4.303.1.1
B.Single showerhead – 2.0 gpm at 80 psi. CGBSC Section 4.303.1.3.1
C. Multiple Showerheads serving one shower-Combined flow
rate of all showerheads and / or other shower outlets controlled by a
single valve-2.0 Gpm At 80 Psi. CGBSC Section 4..303.1.3.2
D.Lavatory faucets – 1.5 gpm at 60 psi (minimum shall not be less than
0.8 gpm at 20 psi). CGBSC Section 4.303.1.4.1
E. Faucets In Kitchens - 1.8 gpm at 60 psi. CGBSC Section 4.303.1.4.4
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6
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14'-0"8'-0"10
KEY NOTES
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
EXTERIOR WOOD DECK WITH FINISH FLOOR 1" LOWER
THAN HOUSE FINISH FLOOR
TOILET DUAL FLUSH, 1.28 GPM MAX., TYP.
TEMPERED SHOWER GLASS ENCLOSURE AND DOOR.
DOOR MIN. 22" CLEAR OPENING
MIN. 30" D. AT SHOWERS-1022 SQ.IN. AREA
SHOWER SHALL BE SMOOTH NON-ABSORBENT
MATERIALS OVER A MOYSTURE RESISTANT
UNDERLAYMENT TO A HEIGHT OF 72 INCHES ABOVE THE
FLOOR DRAIN
TEMPERED GLASS
SHELF, POLE AND ORGANIZERS, TYP.
ALL FRENCH AND GLASS DOORS TO BE TEMPERED
GLAZING, TYP.
LINE OF EXISTING HOUSE BELOW
METAL STAIR TO FIRST FLOOR
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LIVING ROOM 2
KITCHEN 2
CLOSET
BEDROOM 3
BATH 2
W/D20'-11 1/2"23'-7"14'-1"11'-10"11'-4 3/4"
DECK
UPPER LEVEL PROPOSED PLAN
Scale: 1/8" = 1'-0"2
0 4 128 1632'-3"24'-5"10'-10"2'-4 1/2"
815.25 Sq.Ft.
26 Sq.Ft.
Total Area: 841.25 Sq.Ft.
GARAGE
FOYER
LIVING ROOM
KITCHEN
DINING ROOM
MASTER BEDROOM
W.I.C.
MASTER BATH
BEDROOM 1
BEDROOM 2
BATH 1
LAUNDRY
HALL
LOWER LEVEL PROPOSED PLAN
Scale: 1/8" = 1'-0"1
0 4 128 16
Total Area: +- 3.368 Sq.Ft.
21'-1"63'-7"51'-8"
20'-0"4'-11"21'-5"13'-0"9'-1"
688 Sq.Ft.
1339 Sq.Ft.
1105 Sq.Ft.
20 Sq.Ft.6'-2"6'-3"
96 Sq.Ft.
117 Sq.Ft.
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DECK
373536ROOF PLAN
Scale: 3/16" = 1'-0"1
0 4 128 16
ROOF DRAINAGE NOTES:
1) Roof drains shall be equipped with strainers extending at 4" above the roof
deck surface and be at least 1-1/2 times larger than the drainpipe. (CPC
1105.2)
2)Where roof surfaces are not designed to drain over roof edges, overflow
drains or scuppers three times the size of required roof drains shall be
provided. Said drains to be located 2" above the low point of the roof.
Overflow drains to be independent of and in addition to surface drains.
CBC 1506.3
3)Roof drainage water shall not be allowed to flow over public property
CBC 1506.5
4) Provide splashblocks at each downspout
VAPOR BARRIER NOTE
PROVIDE CLASS 1 OR CLASS 2 VAPOR BARRIER INSTALLED ON THE WARM-IN-WINTER
SIDE OF THE CEILING
GRAPHIC KEY:
3" DIA. 26 GA DOWNSPOUT
5" .032 inch THICK ALUMINUM GUTTER WITH LEAF GUARDS
4" D OVERFLOW DRAIN
OF
DR
2" D DRAIN
SC THROUGH-WALL SCUPPER
ROOF VENTILATOR/ INTAKE VENT
CLASS "A" STANDING SEAM METAL ROOFING
ASSEMBLY
FLAT EYEBROW ROOF VENT
DS
STONE OR CERAMIC TILE OVER THIN-SET MORTAR OVER
LIGHTWEIGHT CONCRETE (SLOPED TO EDGE)
OVER WATERPROOF MEMBRANE OVER SHEATHING.
USE NON-COMBUSTIBLE DECKING MATERIAL
(E)
(E)(E)(E)(E)(E)(E)(E)
LINE OF GUTTER TYP.
LINE OF GUTTER TYP.
EXISTING TERRACE
BALCONY BELOW
CLERESTORY WALL AND
WINDOWS BELOW
OPEN SLOTS BETWEEN
RAFTERS
1
A-4.0 2A-4.05.5 / 12 5.5 / 12
5.5 / 125.5 / 12
5.5 / 12
5.5 / 12 5.5 / 12
5.5 / 125.5 / 125.5 / 125.5 / 12CLASS B ASPHALT SHINGLES
ROOFING, MATCH EXISTING ROOFING.
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ELEVATION
Scale: 3/16" = 1'-0"1
EXISTING GRADE
152.15 GARAGE FINISHED FLOOR
153.0324'-8"MATCH EXISTING SHINGLES
COLOR AND STYLE.
SAME ROOF PITCH
MATCH EXISTING STUCCO
COLOR AND FINISH
STEEL COLUMNS
ADDITION EXISTING
AVERAGE GRADE
152.58'
AVERAGE GRADE
152.58'18'-0"26'-0"ELEVATION
Scale: 3/16" = 1'-0"2
MATCH EXISTING SHINGLES
COLOR AND STYLE
MATCH EXISTING STUCCO
COLOR AND FINISH
3'-6"NEW STEEL STAIR
S.S. CABLE RAILS FOR
GUARDRAIL
ADDITIONEXISTING
NEW WINDOWS COLORS, TRIMS
AND CASINGS
TO MATCH EXISTING ONES
EXISTING GRADE
152.15
GARAGE FINISHED FLOOR
153.03 24'-8"AVERAGE GRADE
152.58'18'-0"26'-0"DECK
01-ROOF PLAN
02
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ELEVATION
Scale: 3/16" = 1'-0"3
EXISTING GRADE
152.15 GARAGE FINISHED FLOOR
153.0324'-8"ADDITIONEXISTING
NEW ALUMINUM AND GLASS
GARAGE DOORS
OPENINGS BETWEEN RAFTERS
AT PORCH AREA
AVERAGE GRADE
152.58'18'-0"26'-0"MATCH EXISTING STUCCO
COLOR AND FINISH
NEW WINDOWS COLORS, TRIMS
AND CASINGS
TO MATCH EXISTING ONES
MATCH EXISTING SHINGLES
COLOR AND STYLE
DECK
ROOF PLAN
03
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ENTRY PERSPECTIVE
N.T.S.1
AREA OF ADDITION AT
SECOND FLOOR
CLERESTORY WINDOWS
"FLYING" ROOF PORTION
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Section 1
Scale: 1/4" = 1'-0"1
12
5.5
12
5.5
EXISTING GRADE
152.04GARAGE FINISHED FLOOR
153.03
SECOND FLOOR FINISH FLOOR
EXISTING TOP OF PLATE8'-2"7'-1"TOP OF PLATE
8'-2" A.F.F.
TOP OF PLATE
7'-1" A.F.F.
TOP OF PLATE
14'-3" A.F.F.
Section 2
Scale: 1/4" = 1'-0"2
EXISTING GRADE
152.15
GARAGE FINISHED FLOOR
153.03 AVERAGE GRADE
152.58'24'-8"SECOND FLOOR FINISH FLOOR
EXISTING TOP OF PLATE3'-6"125
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DOOR SCHEDULE
Nominal Size
Mark Location WidthHeightThicknessDoor Operation Slab Style Comments
01-E FOYER 3'6"8'0"1 3/4"Swing Simple Glass
03-E MASTER BEDROOM 6'0"6'8"1 3/4"Slider Panel
04-E DINING ROOM 6'0"6'8"1 3/4"Slider Panel
05-E LIVING ROOM 6'0"6'8"1 3/4"Slider Panel
06-E LIVING ROOM 6'0"6'8"1 3/4"Slider Panel
07-E BEDROOM 1 6'0"6'8"1 3/4"Slider Glass
08-E BEDROOM 2 6'0"6'8"1 3/4"Slider Glass
09-E GARAGE 5'4"6'8"1 3/4"Swing Bi-part Panel
13 GARAGE 2'8"6'8"1 3/4"Swing Simple Panel
14 GARAGE 16'0"6'8"1 3/4"Overhead Glass
15 GARAGE 9'0"6'8"1 3/4"Overhead Glass
16 LAUNDRY 2'8"6'8"1 3/4"Swing Simple Glass
18-E LAUNDRY 2'8"6'8"1 3/4"Swing Simple Panel
19-E BEDROOM 2 2'8"6'8"1 3/4"Swing Simple Panel
20-E BEDROOM 2 6'0"6'8"1 3/4"Slider Panel
21-E HALL 4'0"6'8"1 3/4"Swing Bi-part Panel
22-E BATH 1 2'6"6'8"1 3/4"Swing Simple Panel
23-E BATH 1 2'6"6'8"1 3/4"Swing Simple Panel
24-E BEDROOM 1 2'8"6'8"1 3/4"Swing Simple Panel
25-E BEDROOM 1 6'0"6'8"1 3/4"Slider Panel
26-E HALL 5'0"6'8"1 3/4"Swing Bi-part Panel
27-E KITCHEN 2'8"6'8"1 3/4"Swing Simple Panel
28-E PANTRY 2'6"6'8"1 3/4"Swing Simple Panel
29-E MASTER BEDROOM 2'8"6'8"1 3/4"Swing Simple Panel
30-E W.I.C.2'6"6'8"1 3/4"Swing Simple Panel
31-E MASTER BATH 2'6"6'8"1 3/4"Swing Simple Panel
32-E MASTER BATH 2'6"6'8"1 3/4"Swing Simple Panel
33-E MASTER BATH 2'0"6'8"1 3/4"Swing Simple Panel
34 LIVING ROOM 2 11'0"7'0"1 3/4"Slider Glass TEMPERED GLAZING
35 BATH 2 2'8"6'8"1 3/4"Swing Simple Panel
36 LAUNDRY 2 2'0"6'8"1 3/4"Swing Simple Panel
37 BEDROOM 3 2'8"6'8"1 3/4"Swing Simple Panel
38 CLOSET 2'6"6'8"1 3/4"Swing Simple Panel
39 COAT CLOSET 9'0"6'8"1 3/4"Slider Panel
NOTE: #-E INDICATES EXISTING DOOR
NOTE: ALL DOORS SOLID CORE, PAINT GRADE U.O.N. with stiles and rails shall not be less than 1 3/8
inches thick. All glass doors to receive tempered glazing.
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WINDOWS SCHEDULE
Nominal Size
Mark Location O.A. Width O.A. HeightSash Operation Comments
01-E FOYER 6'0"7'0"Fixed Glass
02-E FOYER 1'0"8'0"Fixed Glass
03-E FOYER 1'0"8'0"Fixed Glass
04-E DINING ROOM 6'0"5'0"Fixed Glass
05-E W.I.C.4'0"2'0"Fixed Glass
06-E MASTER BATHROOM 3'0"4'0"Bi-parting Casement TEMPERED GLAZING
07-E MASTER BEDROOM 5'0"6'0"Bi-parting Casement
08-E MASTER BEDROOM 5'0"6'0"Bi-parting Casement
09-E MASTER BEDROOM 6'0"3'0"Fixed Glass
10-E MASTER BEDROOM 5'0"6'0"Bi-parting Casement
11-E KITCHEN 1'10"3'6"Fixed Glass
12-E KITCHEN 1'10"3'6"Fixed Glass
13-E KITCHEN 1'10"3'6"Fixed Glass
14-E LIVING ROOM 4'0"6'0"Fixed Glass
15-E LIVING ROOM 6'0"6'0"Fixed Glass
16-E LIVING ROOM 6'0"6'0"Fixed Glass
17-E LIVING ROOM 4'0"6'0"Fixed Glass
18-E BATH 1 3'0"2'0"Awning TEMPERED GLAZING
21 GARAGE 6'0"3'6"Horizontal Slider
22-E HALL 5'0"4'0"Bi-parting Casement
23-E HALL 5'0"4'0"Bi-parting Casement
24-E LOWER LEVEL 4'0"4'0"Fixed Glass
25-E LOWER LEVEL 6'0"4'0"Fixed Glass
26-E LOWER LEVEL 6'0"4'0"Fixed Glass
27-E LOWER LEVEL 4'0"4'0"Fixed Glass
28 LIVING ROOM 2 10'0"4'0"Picture Window Slider TEMPERED GLAZING
29 KITCHEN 2 8'0"4'0"Picture Window Slider
30 BEDROOM 3 8'0"4'0"Picture Window Slider EGRESS COMPLIANT
31 BEDROOM 3 6'0"8'0"Fixed Glass
32 CLOSET 2'0"2'0"Bi-parting Casement
33 BATH 2 2'0"2'0"Bi-parting Casement TEMPERED GLAZING
34 LIVING ROOM 2 8'0"4'0"Picture Window Slider
35 CLERESTORY 6'0"1'6"Awning
36 CLERESTORY 6'0"1'6"Awning
37 CLERESTORY 6'0"1'6"Awning
38 KITCHEN 2 1'6"4'0"Fixed Glass
NOTE 0: #-E INDICATES EXISTING WINDOW
NOTE 1: ALL WINDOWS AND PATIO DOORS TO BE WOOD-ALUMINUM CLAD U.O.N.
NOTE 2: GENERAL CONTRACTOR TO COORDINATE WITH ARCHITECT FOR ADJUSTMENT OF WINDOWS' SIZES THAT ARE CLOSE TO STANDARD SIZES
WHENEVER POSSIBLE FOR FINAL SIZE SELECTION
NOTE 3: ALL NEW OR REPLACED WINDOWS AND SKYLIGHTS SHALL HAVE A MAX. U-FACTOR AND A MAX. SOLAR HEAT GAIN COEFFICIENT MATCHING THE T-24 CALCULATIONS
(CA TITLE 24 ENERGY EFFICIENCY)
NOTE: ALL DOORS SOLID CORE, PAINT GRADE U.O.N. with stiles and rails shall not be less than 1 3/8
inches thick. All glass doors to receive tempered glazing.
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Story Pole Certification
Date: December 11,2015
File: C-15161
Wilbert van den Hoek
15470 Bohlman Road
Saratoga, CA 95070
R.e: 15470 Bohlman Rd., Saratoga APN 517-14-021
To whom it may concern:
I, Robert J. Craig, PLS 5418, hereby attest that I am a Licensed Land Surveyor in the State of
California. I certify that my crew performed a field inspection of the story poles in place for
the second story additi on at 15470 Bohlman Road in Saratoga on Decemb er 4,2015.
The heights and locations of the story pole for the addition, as placed, substantially conform
with the Roof Plan on Page A-2.4 of the architectural plans.
Please call or email if you have any questions.
Thank you,
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REPORT TO THE PLANNING
COMMISSION
Meeting Date:January 13, 2016
Application:Design Review PDR15-0037
Location / APN:12600 Saratoga Avenue / 386-14-003
Owner / Applicant:Abe Kaabipour
Staff Planner:Michael Fossati
12600 Saratoga Avenue
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SUMMARY
ZONING GENERAL PLAN DESIGNATION
MULTI-FAMILY RES. (R-M-5,000) RES. MULTI-FAMILY (RMF)
PARCEL SIZE
22,500 SQUARE FEET
PROJECT DESCRIPTION
An existing Valero gasoline service station is located at 12600 Saratoga Avenue. A gasoline
service station has existed at this site and pre-dates the City’s incorporation in 1956. The
service station is located in a multi-family residential area, yet it has been authorized to
operate by a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) since 1993. In June 2015, the Planning
Commission reviewed a requested modification to the CUP and allowed the addition of a
hydrogen fueling facility and upgraded structures and site landscaping.
The applicant/property owner is currently requesting a modification of the existing Design
Review approval to replace the existing signage because the owner has entered into a new
business arrangement which shifts his fuel supplier from “Valero” into “Mobil” gasoline
services. As part of the new business arrangement, the applicant is required to “rebrand” the
signs related to his business to reflect his current supplier. The existing CUP Condition of
Approval requires any sign changes to be reviewed by the Planning Commission as a
Design Review. As part of the Commission’s review, the applicant has also requested that
this Condition of Approval be modified to remove the requirement that requires the re-
facing of signage to be approved via a Design Review by the Planning Commission.
The project is categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act
(CEQA) pursuant to 14 C.C.R. Section 15301, Class 1 “Existing Facilities”- this
exemption allows for minor alterations of existing private structures; and 15303, Class 3
“New Construction or Conversion of Small Structures”- this exemption allows for the
construction and location of limited numbers of new, small facilities, or structures, which
includes signage.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends the Planning Commission approve the application to modify the
existing Conditional Use Permit Conditions of Approval and approve the Design Review
application for the proposed signs by adopting the attached resolution with a
determination that the project is categorically exempt from CEQA. Staff is
recommending the conditions of approval included in the prepared resolution.
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PROJECT DESCRIPTON AND SITE CHARACTERISTICS
Background:
The subject site is occupied by a commercial use (gasoline service station) within a multi-
family residential zoning district. Uses on the site include a 1,176 square foot sales office, a
gasoline service island with eight gasoline pumps under an overhead canopy, and a
freestanding price/identification sign.
Surrounding land uses include single-family residences to the north and west and multi-
family residences to the south and east. The site is a corner lot that has frontage on Saratoga
Avenue, one of the City’s primary arterial roadways, and Bucknall Road, a residential street.
Site History
A gasoline service station has existed on the subject site before the City’s incorporation in
1956. Between 1956 and 1983, the site was zoned commercial, which allowed gasoline
service stations as a conditional use. In September 1983 the site’s zoning designation was
changed from Commercial Neighborhood (C-N) to Residential Multi-Family (R-M-5,000)
in order to conform to a previous General Plan Amendment. The rezoning of the property
caused the service station to become a non-conforming use. The operation of the service
station has continued to date. In October 2015, the service station had been approved to
allow to sale and dispense hydrogen fuel to hydrogen vehicles.
Project Description:
The applicant has submitted a request to replace the existing “Valero” signage with “Mobil”
signage. Within the past 60 years, fuel suppliers and business signage for the service station
has been change multiple times. Below is a summary of those changes.
·Freestanding sign approved for Gasco (1984)
·Signage changed from Gasco to Arco (1991)
·Signage changes from Arco to Saratoga Gas Co. (1994)
·Signage changes from Saratoga Gas Co. to Texaco (1996)
·Signage changes from Texaco to Saratoga Gas Co. (2000)
·Signage changes from Saratoga Gas Co. to Valero (2005)
No expansion of sign area is proposed with this application, as the dimensions for the
“Mobil” name and logo would replace the existing “Valero” freestanding sign and overhead
canopy signage. Furthermore, the proposed signage would not be affected by the new
Hydrogen fueling system currently approved for installation.
Freestanding / Identification Sign
The applicant is proposing to reface an existing 18.5 sq. ft. freestanding / identification sign
that currently states “Valero Self Serve Gasoline” into a 18.5 freestanding / identification
sign that would state “Mobil”. The letter size for the type of fuel and prices would remain
the same. The cabinet and structural elements would be repainted into “eggshell white”.
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determined that the proposed signage is consistent with state law that governs price sign
advertising, per Article 12 of the California Business and Professions Code. A photo of the
existing and proposed freestanding sign has been included as Attachment 2.
Canopy Sign
The applicant has requested to reface the existing canopy sign that currently states “Valero”
along with the raised company logo and green and yellow emblem and colors that are
painted onto the parapet. The sign area is approximately 330 sq. ft. in total, which is 165 sq.
ft. on each side of the canopy (55 ft. by 3 ft.). The existing canopy sign is internally
illuminated and was approved in May 2005.
The proposed new sign would not increase the size of the existing canopy sign. If approved,
the new sign would state “Mobil” in raised channel letters. The portion of the words
“Mobil” would encompass approximately 18 sq. ft. of sign area, with the remainder of
square footage taken up by a blue (24” wide and 55’ long) and white (12” side and 55’ long)
fascia line along the remaining length of the canopy. As previously stated, the existing
canopy sign is internally illuminated. The proposed canopy sign would not be internally
illuminated in order to better blend in with the residential character of the surrounding uses.
A photo of the existing and proposed canopy sign has been included as at Attachment 3.
Modification of Condition of Approval
Resolution 15-011 is the document that governs the Conditional Use Permit and Design
Review approvals for the existing service station use on this site. Condition #15 of the
resolution states the following:
15.Design Review approval is required for any price or identification sign for the stations
use.
Staff is recommending that this Condition of Approval be amended to foster a harmonious,
convenient, workable relationship with existing and future business owners that offer goods
and services to the residents within the City of Saratoga, and to better reflect current
practices for processing signs applications that propose a reface and not an expansion.
Specifically, staff recommends modifying Condition #15 to state the following:
15.A Design Review approval from the Planning Commission is required for any
expansion or intensification of the existing price, business identification or canopy sign
for the existing gas station use. The Community Development Director is authorized to
review for approval any application to reface the existing price, business identification
or canopy signs, or to install new replacement signs as long as the proposed signs do not
exceed the original sign area of each individual sign to be replaced or refaced.
The applicant has also agreed to remove the existing electrical wiring that currently
allows for the internal illumination of the canopy signage. Staff recommends adding an
additional condition to the resolution related to the removal of the existing illumination of
the canopy sign. The condition to be added would read as follows:
25. No internally illuminated signs are permitted on the canopy structure.
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Neighbor Notification and Correspondence:
A Public Notice was mailed to all property owners within 500 feet of the project site.
Staff has not received any comments regarding the proposed application to date.
FINDINGS
Design Review Findings
The findings required for issuance of a modification of Design Review pursuant to City
Code Section 15-46.040 as set forth below and the Applicant has met the burden of proof to
support making all of the required findings:
(a)Where more than one building or structure will be constructed, the architectural
features and landscaping thereof shall be harmonious. Such features include height,
elevations, roof material, color and appurtenances. The project meets this finding
because no additional uses, buildings or structures have been proposed. The proposed
application is to reface the existing signs to reflect a new business name, colors and logo
of the establishment and its current gas supplier.
(b)Where more than one sign will be erected or displayed on site, the signs shall have a
common or compatible design and locational positions and shall be harmonious in
appearance. The project meets this finding because the new freestanding and canopy
sign are consistent in design, color, and logo of the “Mobil” brand which is the business
owner’s new gas supplier.
(c)Landscaping shall integrate and accommodate existing trees and vegetation to be
preserved; it shall make use of water-conserving plants, materials and irrigation
systems for the maximum extent feasible, it shall be clustered in natural appearing
groups, as opposed to being placed in rows or regularly spaced. The project meets this
finding as no landscaping will be affected or removed due to the proposed sign
modification.
(d)Colors of wall and roofing materials shall blend with the natural landscape and be
non-reflective. This finding is not applicable because the colors of the existing walls
and/or roofing materials will not be affected by the sign modification.
(e)Roofing materials shall be wood shingles, wood shakes, other materials such a
composition as approved by the Planning Commission. No mechanical equipment shall
be located upon a roof unless it is appropriately screened. The finding is not applicable
because the sign modification will not affect the existing roof materials or mechanical
equipment located on the roof. The only change proposed to the existing canopy is to
reface the canopy fascia signs. The size and shape of the signs will be consistent with the
existing signs.
(f)The proposed development shall be compatible in terms of height, bulk and design
with other structures in the immediate area. The project meets this finding because the 132
proposed signage will not increase the height or bulk of the existing freestanding price
sign or canopy.
ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION
The State of California recognizes hydrogen fueling stations as posing no significant to
the environment. The project is categorically exempt from the California Environmental
Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to 14 C.C.R. Section 15301, Class 1 “Existing Facilities”-
this exemption allows for minor alterations of existing private structures; and 15303,
Class 3 “New Construction or Conversion of Small Structures”- this exemption allows
for the construction and location of limited numbers of new, small facilities, or structures.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends the Planning Commission approve the modification of the Design
Review application with the required findings and conditions by adopting the attached
Resolution.
ATTACHMENTS
1.Resolution
2.Photo of existing and proposed freestanding/identification sign.
3. Photo of existing and proposed canopy sign
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RESOLUTION NO. 16-003
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SARATOGA PLANNING COMMISSION FOR THE
MODIFICATION OF CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT AND DESIGN REVIEW
(PDR15-0037) FOR A GASOLINE SERVICE STATION
LOCATED AT 12600 SARATOGA AVENUE (APN 386-14-003)
WHEREAS, an application submitted by Abe Kaabipour requesting modification of an
existing use permit and design review application to install new signage at an existing gasoline
service station. The existing signage is for “Valero” gasoline station and the proposed signage is
“Mobil” gasoline station.
WHEREAS, the Community Development Department has determined that the project is
categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to 14
C.C.R. Section 15301, Class 1 “Existing Facilities”- this exemption allows for minor alterations
of existing private structures; and 15303, Class 3 “New Construction or Conversion of Small
Structures”- this exemption allows for the construction and location of limited numbers of new,
small facilities, or structures.
WHEREAS, on January 13, 2016, the Planning Commission held a duly noticed public
hearing on the subject application, and considered evidence presented by City Staff, the applicant,
and other interested parties.
NOW THEREFORE, the Planning Commission of the City of Saratoga hereby finds,
determines and resolves as follows:
Section 1: The recitals set forth above are true and correct and incorporated herein by
reference.
Section 2: The project is consistent with the following Saratoga General Plan Policies:
Land Use Element Goal LU.1 which is to maintain the predominantly small town residential
character of Saratoga; Land Use Element Goal LU.2 which is to encourage the economic viability
of Saratoga’s existing commercial areas; and Land Use Element Goal LU 13 to use the design
review process to assure that new construction is compatible with the site and adjacent
surroundings.
Section 3: The project is consistent with the Saratoga City Code in that the improvements
are consistent with the Conditional Use Permit findings in that the project is in accord with the
objectives of the Zoning Ordinance and the purposes of the district in which the site is located; will
not adversely affect existing or anticipated uses in the immediate neighborhood, or will not
adversely affect surrounding properties or the occupants thereof; will comply with each of the
applicable provisions of the Saratoga City Code; and the conditions under which it would be
operated or maintained will not be detrimental to the public health, safety or welfare, or materially
injurious to properties or improvements in the vicinity.
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Section 4: The project is consistent with the Saratoga City Code in that the improvements
are consistent with the Design Review findings in that where more than one building or structure
will be constructed, the architectural features and landscaping thereof shall be harmonious;
where more than one sign will be erected or displayed on site, the signs shall have a common or
compatible design and locational positions and shall be harmonious in appearance; landscaping
shall integrate and accommodate existing trees and vegetation to be preserved; it shall make use
of water-conserving plants, materials and irrigation systems for the maximum extent feasible, it
shall be clustered in natural appearing groups, as opposed to being placed in rows or regularly
spaced; colors of wall and roofing materials shall blend with the natural landscape and be non-
reflective; roofing materials shall be wood shingles, wood shakes, other materials such a
composition as approved by the Planning Commission. No mechanical equipment shall be located
upon a roof unless it is appropriately screened, and that proposed development shall be compatible
in terms of height, bulk and design with other structures in the immediate area.
Section 5: The City of Saratoga Planning Commission hereby approves application
PDR15-0037 for the modification of a Conditional Use Permit and Design Review for a gasoline
service station located at 12600 Saratoga Avenue as described in the staff report, subject to the
Conditions of Approval attached hereto as Exhibit 1.
PASSED AND ADOPTED by the City of Saratoga Planning Commission on this 13th day of
January 2016 by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
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Leonard Almalech,
Chair, Planning Commission
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Exhibit 1
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
PDR15-0037
12600 SARATOGA AVENUE
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
A.GENERAL
1.All conditions below which are identified as permanent or for which an alternative period of
time for applicability is specified shall run with the land and apply to the landowner’s
successors in interest for such time period. No zoning clearance, or demolition, grading, or
building permit for this project shall be issued until proof is filed with the city that a certificate
of approval documenting all applicable permanent or other term-specified conditions has been
recorded by the applicant with the Santa Clara County Recorder’s Office in form and content
acceptable to the community development director.
2.If a condition is not “permanent” or does not have a term specified, it shall remain in effect until
the issuance by the City of Saratoga of a certificate of occupancy or its equivalent.
3.Conditions may be modified only by the Planning Commission unless modification is expressly
otherwise allowed by the city code including but not limited to sections 15-80.120 and/or 16-
05.035, as applicable.
4.The Planning Commission shall retain continuing jurisdiction over the Conditional Use
Permit and may, at any time, modify, delete, or impose, any new conditions of the permit to
preserve the public health, safety, and welfare.
5.Any intensification of the uses approved under this Use Permit shall require an amended
Conditional Use Permit. Examples of intensification of use include, but are not limited to,
physical changes to the site or structures that result in ongoing increases in traffic, noise, or
other physical effects.
6.The uses/structures/project shall maintain compliance with all applicable requirements of the
City, including, without limitation, the requirements of the Saratoga Zoning Regulations. The
uses/structures/project shall at all times operate in compliance with all applicable regulations
of the State, County, and/or other governmental agencies having jurisdictional authority over
the use pertaining to, but not limited to, health, sanitation, safety, and water quality issues.
7.Agreement to Indemnify, Hold Harmless and Defend City as to Action Challenging Approval of
Application and as to Damage from Performance of Work Authorized by Design Review
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indemnify and hold the City and its officers, officials, boards, commissions, employees,
agents and volunteers harmless from and against:
a.any and all claims, actions or proceedings to attack, set aside, void or annul any action on
the subject application, or any of the proceedings, acts or determinations taken, done or
made prior to said action; and
b.any and all claims, demands, actions, expenses or liabilities arising from or in any
manner relating to the performance of such construction, installation, alteration or
grading work by the Owner and/or Applicant, their successors, or by any person acting on
their behalf.
In addition, the Owner and Applicant shall execute a separate agreement containing the details
of this required Agreement to Indemnify, Hold Harmless and Defend, which shall be subject
to prior approval as to form and content by the Community Development Director.
B.COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
8.This resolution supersedes all previous use permit and design review resolutions issued for a
gasoline service station at this site.
9.The gasoline service station and hydrogen fueling facility shall be open and operated only
between the hours of:
Monday – Thursday: 6:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Friday: 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Saturday: 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Sunday: 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
10.Landscaping shall be maintained by the property owner in a good and orderly condition for the
life of this use permit. All future landscaping shall emphasize native and drought tolerant
species.
11.The single driveway access onto Saratoga Avenue shall be designated and used as an “entrance
only” driveway. Directional signs shall be consistent with Section 15-30 of the City Code. If
marking is not deemed to be effective, alternative measures shall be considered. If the driveway
markings are determined not be effective, additional measures are to be considered.
12.The driveways shall be chained (with reflectors) after closing to prevent vehicular access to the
site.
13.All gasoline and hydrogen pumps including storage tanks shall comply with the regulations of
the San Francisco Bay Area Pollution Control District and with the City of Saratoga’s
Hazardous Materials Storage Ordinance.
14.Any office exterior lighting visible from outside of the structure shall be turned off at the time of
closing specified in condition #9.
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15.A Design Review approval from the Planning Commission is required for any expansion or
intensification of the existing price, business identification or canopy sign for the existing gas
station use. The Community Development Director is authorized to review for approval any
application to reface the existing price, business identification or canopy signs, or to install new
replacement signs as long as the proposed signs do not exceed the original sign area of each
individual sign to be replaced or refaced.
16.Any other exterior modification to the gasoline service station or use intensification will require
approval by the Planning Commission.
17.The station shall be kept in good repair and free of dilapidated autos or other eyesores.
18.Per Section 15-55.100 of the City Code, this application shall remain under the continuous
jurisdiction of the Planning Commission. Any violation of the above code shall constitute
grounds for consideration of use permit revocation.
19.The Community Development Director shall provide to the Planning Commission a status
report of the operation or any issues related to the hydrogen fueling facility after the facility has
been operating for a period of two years.’
20.Existing pump islands and pumps shall be maintained and no more than eight gasoline pumps
and one hydrogen fueling cell and dispenser shall be allowed.
21.The markings for a hydrogen lane are to extend to a point at least adjacent to the south side of
the building or beyond so they are visible to hydrogen customers entering the site.
22.A convenience market is not permitted at this location. To be considered incidental to the
primary use of the site as a gasoline service station, no more than 25% of the sales office floor
area area shall be dedicated to retail, food and/or beverage display or sales for off-site human
consumption.
23.The station shall be operated in accordance with the most current Best Management Practices
for Gasoline Stations promulgated by the Santa Clara Valley Non-Point Source Program and/or
City to control Non-Point Source Pollution.
24.All applicable requirements of the State, County, City and other governmental entities must be
met.
25. Any existing of future awning signs shall not be illuminated.
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