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Home My WebLink About11-28-18 Planning Commission Agenda PacketSaratoga Planning Commission Agenda – Page 1 of 2 SARATOGA PLANNING COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING NOVEMBER 28, 2018 7:00 PM PLANNING COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING Civic Theater | 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga CA 95070 PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ROLL CALL APPROVAL OF MINUTES Action Minutes from the Regular Planning Commission Meeting of November 14, 2018. Recommended Action: Approve Minutes of November 14, 2018 meeting. 111418 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. NEW BUSINESS 2. 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 (5) minutes maximum for closing statements. 2.1 Application PDR17-0016, VAR18-0003, ARB17-0050; 14662 Sixth Street (517-08- 002); Tri Hong/Taoliang Wang – The applicant requests Design Review approval to construct a two-story, 27 feet tall, 3,459 square foot single-family home at 14662 Sixth Street. The existing structures on the site will be removed. The project also includes a request for a variance to reduce the required front yard setback from 25 feet to 15 feet Saratoga Planning Commission Agenda – Page 2 of 2 and to reduce the required side yard setback from 10 feet to 5 feet 6 inches. Four protected trees are requested for removal. The site is zoned RM-3,000 with a General Plan Designation of RMF (Residential Multi-Family). Staff Contact: Christopher Riordan (408) 868-1235 or criordan@saratoga.ca.us. Recommended Action: Adopt Resolution No. 18-035 approving the project subject to conditions of approval included in Attachment 1. Staff Report 14462 Sixth Street Attachment 1 - Resolution Attachment 2 - City Arborist Report Attachment 3 - Applicants Variance Request Attachment 4 - Neighbor Notification Forms Attachment 5 - Story Pole Verification Attachment 6 - Project Plans DIRECTOR ITEMS COMMISSION ITEMS ADJOURNMENT CERTIFICATE OF POSTING OF THE AGENDA I, Janet Costa, Administrative Assistant for the City of Saratoga, declare that the foregoing agenda for the meeting of the Planning Commission was posted and available for public review on November 21, 2018 at the City of Saratoga, 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA 95070 and on the City’s website at www.saratoga.ca.us. Signed this 21st day of November 2018 at Saratoga, California. Janet Costa, Administrative Assistant In Compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Clerk at 408/868-1269. Notification 24 hours prior to the meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to this meeting. [28 CFR 35.102-35.104 ADA title II] You can also sign up to receive email notifications when Commission agendas and minutes have been added to the City at website http://www.saratoga.ca.us/contact/email_subscriptions.asp. NOTE: To view previous Planning Commission meetings anytime, go the City Video Archives at www.saratoga.ca.us Saratoga Planning Commission Agenda – Page 1 of 3 MINUTES WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 14, 2018 SARATOGA PLANNING COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING Chair Hlava called the Planning Commission Regular Meeting to order in the Civic Theater, Council Chambers at 13777 Fruitvale Avenue in Saratoga at 7:00 p.m. and led the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL PRESENT: Chair Joyce Hlava, Vice Chair Kookie Fitzsimmons, Commissioners Sunil Ahuja, Lucas Pastuszka, Leonard Almalech, Tina Walia, Razi Mohiuddin ABSENT: None ALSO PRESENT: Debbie Pedro, Community Development Director Nicole Johnson, Planner II Christopher Riordan, Senior Planner APPROVAL OF MINUTES Action Minutes from the Regular Planning Commission Meeting of October 24, 2018. Recommended Action: Approve Minutes of October 24, 2018 meeting. Chair Hlava requested a motion to move the minutes to the end of the meeting. ALMALECH/MOHIUDDIN MOTIONED TO MOVE THE MINUTES TO THE END OF THE MEETING. MOTION PASSED. AYES: HLAVA, FITZSIMMONS, AHUJA, ALMALECH, MOHIUDDIN, PASTUSZKA, WALIA. NOES: NONE. ABSENT: NONE. ABSTAIN: NONE. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS ON NON-AGENDIZED ITEMS Resident David Anderson asked about the status of the Creekside school project. Commission directed staff to report on the status at their next meeting. 1. NEW BUSINESS None. 2. PUBLIC HEARING 1.1 Application SUB18-0002; 15320 Peach Hill Road (517-22-112); Lands of Carey – The applicant requests Tentative Parcel Map approval to subdivide an approximate 193,798 square foot (4.449 acre) parcel into two lots. The site is zoned R-1-40,000 (Single Family Residential) with a General Plan designation of Very Low Density Residential (RVLD). No trees are proposed for removal. Staff Contact: Nicole Johnson (408) 868-1209 or njohnson@saratoga.ca.us. 3 Saratoga Planning Commission Agenda – Page 2 of 3 Recommended Action: Adopt Resolution No. 18-034 approving the project subject to conditions of approval included in Attachment 1. ALMALECH/PASTUSZKA MOVED TO APPROVE WITH CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL. MOTION PASSED. AYES: HLAVA, FITZSIMMONS, AHUJA, ALMALECH, MOHIUDDIN, PASTUSZKA, WALIA. NOES: NONE. ABSENT: NONE. ABSTAIN: NONE. 1.2 Application ZOA18-0001 - Annual Zoning Code Amendments (CITY WIDE). (Continued from 10/24/18 meeting). Application by the City of Saratoga to amend the City Code. The changes include clarifying the definition of “Subterranean Structures”, adding a definition for “Wineries” to Article 15-06 (Definitions), and correcting various inaccurate code section references in the Zoning regulations. Staff contact: Christopher Riordan: (408) 868-1235 criordan@saratoga.ca.us. Recommended Action: Adopt Resolution No. 18-025 recommending that the City Council adopt an ordinance which includes amendments to Chapter 15 (Zoning Regulations) of the Saratoga City Code. MOHIUDDIN/PASTUSZKA MOTIONED TO REMOVE SUBTERRANEAN STRUCTURE DEFINITION FROM ANNUAL CODE UPDATE FOR FUTURE DISCUSSION. MOTION PASSED. AYES: HLAVA, FITZSIMMONS, AHUJA, ALMALECH, MOHIUDDIN, PASTUSZKA, WALIA. NOES: NONE. ABSENT: NONE. ABSTAIN: NONE. AHUJA/MOHIUDDIN MOVED TO APPROVE ANNUAL CODE UPDATE EXCLUDING SUBTERRANEAN STRUCTURE DEFINITION. MOTION PASSED. AYES: HLAVA, FITZSIMMONS, AHUJA, ALMALECH, MOHIUDDIN, PASTUSZKA, WALIA. NOES: NONE. ABSENT: NONE. ABSTAIN: NONE. 1.3 Application ZOA/18-0002 – Parking Ordinance Update Changes to Chapter 15 (Zoning Regulations) of the Saratoga City Code regarding parking regulations which includes establishing one set of parking standards for the entire C -H District (the Village) with respect to restaurant, retail, office and personal service and to eliminate Section 15-35.020(k), surplus parking in C-H district. Staff Contact: Sandy Baily (408) 868-1225 or sbaily@saratoga.ca.us. Recommended Action: Adopt Resolution No. 18-027 recommending the City Council adopt an ordinance to amend Chapter 15 (Zoning Regulations) of the Saratoga City Code regarding parking regulations. AHUJA/WALIA MOVED TO APPROVE WITH MODIFICATION. MOTION PASSED. AYES: HLAVA, FITZSIMMONS, AHUJA, ALMALECH, MOHIUDDIN, PASTUSZKA, WALIA. NOES: NONE. ABSENT: NONE. ABSTAIN: NONE. 4 Saratoga Planning Commission Agenda – Page 3 of 3 1. NEW BUSINESS 2.1 Planning Commission Meeting Schedule Recommended Action: Review and discuss the draft change to the City Code. The Commission discussed the proposed change to the Commission meeting schedule. Staff encouraged interested Commissioners to attend the November 21st Council meeting to share their opinions. DIRECTOR ITEMS • Regarding the Creekside School project, Director Pedro reported that the City has received no revised materials, and there has been no contact with the applicant since the 2017 Study Session. Due to lack of activity, staff will be sending the applicant a letter to close the application. • The Commission agreed to hold the Annual Planning Commission 2019 Work Plan Study Session on December 11, 2018 at 5:00pm. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Action Minutes from the Regular Planning Commission Meeting of October 24, 2018. Recommended Action: Approve Minutes of October 24, 2018 meeting. WALIA/FITZSIMMONS MOTIONED TO APPROVE PROPOSED ADDITIONS TO THE 10/24 MINUTES. MOTION PASSED. AYES: FITZSIMMONS, AHUJA, PASTUSZKA, WALIA. NOES: HLAVA. ABSENT: NONE. ABSTAIN: ALMALECH, MOHIUDDIN. WALIA/FITZSIMMONS MOVED TO APPROVE THE MINUTES FOR THE REGULAR PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING OF OCTOBER 24, 2018 AS AMENDED. MOTION PASSED. AYES: FITZSIMMONS, AHUJA, PASTUSZKA, WALIA. NOES: HLAVA. ABSENT: NONE. ABSTAIN: ALMALECH, MOHIUDDIN. COMMISSION ITEMS • Commissioner Almalech read a statement regarding the 10/24 Planning Commission meeting. • Commissioner Ahuja shared that the month of November is the 100th year anniversary of the ending of WWI, Veterans day, Thanksgiving, and “Movember” - Men’s Health Month. ADJOURNMENT MOHIUDDIN/PASTUSZKA MOVED TO ADJOURN THE MEETING AT 9:13 PM. MOTION PASSED. AYES: HLAVA, FITZSIMMONS, AHUJA, ALMALECH, MOHIUDDIN, PASTUSZKA, WALIA. NOES: NONE. ABSENT: NONE. ABSTAIN: NONE. Minutes respectfully submitted: Janet Costa, Administrative Assistant City of Saratoga 5 REPORT TO THE PLANNING COMMISSION 14662 Sixth Street Meeting Date: November 28, 2018 Application: PDR17-0016/ARB17-0050/VAR18-0003 Address/APN: 14662 Sixth Street / 517-08-002 Applicant / Property Owner: Tri Hong / Taoliang Wang From: Debbie Pedro, Community Development Director Report Prepared By: Christopher Riordan, Senior Planner 6 Report to the Planning Commission 14662 Sixth Street – Application # PDR17-0016/ARB17-0050/VAR18-0003 November 28, 2018 Page | 2 PROJECT DESCRIPTION The applicant is proposing a new 3,459 square foot, 27’6” tall, two-story residence. The project also includes a variance request to reduce the width of both the required front and side yard setback areas. Four protected trees are proposed for removal. STAFF RECOMMENDATION Adopt Resolution No.18-035 approving the project subject to conditions of approval included in Attachment 1. Pursuant to City Code Sections 15-46.040 and 15-70.020, Design Review Approval by the Planning Commission is required because the project is a new main structure in an R-M zoning district and a variance from the setback regulations is requested. PROJECT DATA Gross/Net Site Area: 5,500 sq. ft. gross/net (0.126 acres) Average Site Slope: Level Site General Plan Designation: RMF (Residential Multi-Family) Zoning: Multi-Family (RM-3,000) Proposed Allowed/Required Proposed Building Site Coverage Residence Porch Garage Total Proposed (structures) 1,748.31 sq. ft. 24.00 sq. ft. 424.19 sq. ft. 2,196.5 sq. ft. (39.94%) 2,200 sq. ft. (40%) Floor Area First Story Second Story Garage Total Floor Area 1,748.31 sq. ft. 1,286.21 sq. ft. 424.19 sq. ft. 3,458.71 sq. ft. No Floor Area Standards on RM Zoned Parcels Height 27’6” 30’ Setbacks Front: Left Right Rear: * Variance Requested 15’ * 5’6” * 5’6” * 25’ 25’ 17’ 17’ 20’ Grading Cut 85 CY Fill 10 CY Export 75 CY No grading limit in the RM-3,000 zoning district 7 Report to the Planning Commission 14662 Sixth Street – Application # PDR17-0016/ARB17-0050/VAR18-0003 November 28, 2018 Page | 3 SITE CHARACTERISTICS AND PROJECT DESCRIPTION Site Description The project is located at 14662 Sixth Street, between Big Basin Way and Saint Charles Street, in the RM-3,000 zoning district. A purpose of the multi-family zoning district is to “preserve as many of the desirable characteristics of single-family residential districts as possible, while permitting higher population densities.” Located on site is an existing one-story residence with a detached single car garage at the rear of the site. This residence was constructed circa 1918 and both it and the detached garage are in dilapidated condition. Neither structure is listed on the City’s Heritage Resources Inventory. The residence has a nonconforming front yard setback of 15 feet and a side setback (on the north side) of six feet. The lot is considered substandard as it does not meet minimum lot size and dimensions for the zoning district. The 5,500 square foot lot is 55 feet wide by 100 feet deep while the current standard for the district are lots with a minimum of 12,000 square feet, widths of 100 feet and depths of 115 feet. Several properties in the neighborhood within the RM-3,000 zoning district have substandard sized lots including the adjacent lots at 14656 and 14668 Sixth Street with lot sizes of 4,500 square feet and 5,000 square feet, respectively. The second house to the left of the subject site located at 14650 Sixth Street is in the CH-2 zoning district. It is a designated Historic Landmark and is currently used as an office. Its height, setbacks, and site coverage are all nonconforming. The site received a variance in 1986 for an increase in height of an additional two feet, for a total height of 27’6”, to allow underground parking. The adjacent two- story residence to the left of the subject property at 14656 Sixth Street received Planning Commission approval in September 2013. This project included variances to reduce the required front yard setback from 25 feet to 15 feet and the side yard setbacks from 16 feet to six feet. In addition, the adjacent two-story residence to the right of the site at 14668 Sixth Street received Planning Commission approval in April 1992 and included variances to encroach into the required front, side, and rear yard setback areas. Project Description Architecture/Design The proposed project would include the construction of an approximately 3,459 square foot, 27’6” tall, two-story home with an attached two car garage. The design of the project would have an eclectic style with some Spanish Revival architectural features and details including arched windows, decorative sconces, wrought iron details, wood shutters, a wrought iron entrance door, and a decorative stucco vent. The combined hipped-and-gabled roof will have regularly laid straight barrel mission tiles with a chimney with an elaborated top. The overall building exterior will be tan colored stucco with stone veneer wainscoting at the base of the building which would help break up the visual mass to add a human scale to the front façade as viewed from the street. The applicant has provided a color and materials board, which will be available for review at the site visit and during the public hearing. Below is a list of the proposed exterior materials. 8 Report to the Planning Commission 14662 Sixth Street – Application # PDR17-0016/ARB17-0050/VAR18-0003 November 28, 2018 Page | 4 Detail Colors and Materials Exterior Tan Colored Smooth Stucco / Brown Colored Stone Veneer Windows Tan Colored Vinyl Windows Doors Decorative Wrought Iron Entrance Door White Colored Steel Carriage Style Garage Door Roof Brown Colored Concrete Tile Roof Trees Four protected trees are proposed for removal. These include 1) a 15.4” Norfolk island stone pine in good condition located in the southwest corner of the site which is in conflict with the location of the proposed driveway, 2) a 21.4” Coast live oak in fair condition located toward the middle of the site which is in conflict with the location of the building footprint, 3) a 11.7” Valley oak in fair condition located adjacent to the northern property line which is in conflict with the location of the building footprint, and 4) a 11.3” Persimmon also adjacent to the northern property line which is in conflict with the location of the building footprint. All remaining protected trees near the project would be protected prior to building permit issuance and throughout the duration of the project. Tree protection fencing is required to be installed prior to the issuance of building permits. Details of the arborist’s findings and descriptions of the trees to be removed and preserved are included in the Arborist Report (Attachment 2). Landscaping New landscaping would include bark under the large oak in the front yard and flowering shrubs on both sides of the front walkway leading to the front entrance. Planter areas located to the left of the garage and along the right side of the driveway would include additional flowering shrubs. New trees to replace those that are removed would be located along the rear property line and near the southern corner of the site. Both the driveway and the walkway would be composed of paver stones. Condition of approval #11 requires that the applicant shall demonstrate compliance with the State Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance when the application is submitted to the Building Department. Setbacks The project includes a variance request to reduce the required 25’ front setback from 25’ to 15’ and a request to reduce the 17’ side yard setback to 5’6”. (Attachment #3). The minimum width of a site in the RM-3,000 zoning district is 100 feet and its minimum lot depth is 115’. The subject site is considered nonconforming as its site width is only 55 feet and its depth is 100’. The reduced setbacks for a nonconforming site as listed in Section 15-65.040(b) [Structures on Nonconforming Sites] are applicable to the site which provide a rear setback which is 20% of the lot depth (20’). However, even though the nonconforming code section would normally allow a reduced side setback of 10% of the site width (5’6” or 6’, whichever is greater), the development standards for the R-M district state that the minimum side setback is to be no less than ten feet, regardless if the site is nonconforming. In addition, an additional foot is to be added to the side setback area for every two feet (or fraction thereof) of building height over 14'. The proposed building height is 27’6” which would require a minimum side setback of 17’. There is no increased second story setbacks for structures in the R-M zoning district. 9 Report to the Planning Commission 14662 Sixth Street – Application # PDR17-0016/ARB17-0050/VAR18-0003 November 28, 2018 Page | 5 As mentioned in the preceding paragraph, the site has a width of 55 feet. To meet the city code requirements, the side setback area would be a combined width of 34 feet leaving a total of 21 feet to construct the residence. As a point of reference, a standard two car garage has a width of 20 feet. The proposed project would have 5’6” first story side setbacks. The second story on the left side and right side would be setback an additional five feet for a setback of 9’0”, respectively. A 43-inch Coast live oak tree in the front yard of the adjacent site to the north at 14656 Sixth Street is located on the common property line. The dripline of this oak tree encroaches 18’ into the front yard of the subject site. To avoid negative impacts on the neighbor’s tree, the City Arborist determined that the project could not be located within the tree dripline. The applicant designed the project to avoid impacts to the tree to the maximum extent possible by positioning the building footprint around the tree. The floor area that would have been located under the tree was located to the southwest corner and toward the front of the site and ten feet into the front setback area. Off-street parking is essential for this property provided the narrow width of the street. The standard parking space depth is 18 feet. The distance from the edge of pavement to the front of the proposed garage would be 25 feet thereby allowing sufficient space to park a vehicle in the driveway. Geotechnical Review This project is not located in a geo hazard zone therefore Geotechnical review was not required. FINDINGS Design Review The findings required for issuance of a Design Review approval pursuant to City Code Article 15-46 are set forth below and the Applicant has met the burden of proof to support making all of those 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, roofs, material, color and appurtenances. This finding is not applicable. Only one structure is being proposed. (b) Where more than one sign will be erected or displayed on the site, the signs shall have a common or compatible design and locational positions and shall be harmonious in appearance. This finding is not applicable. No signs are being proposed. (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 to the maximum extent feasible; and, to the maximum extent feasible, it shall be clustered in natural appearing groups, as opposed to being placed in rows or regularly spaced. The home has been designed to minimize impacts to existing trees with the trees requested for removal kept to the minimum to construct the project. The landscaping has been designed with a 10 Report to the Planning Commission 14662 Sixth Street – Application # PDR17-0016/ARB17-0050/VAR18-0003 November 28, 2018 Page | 6 minimum amount of turf for aesthetics accompanied by mulch to minimize water usage. Clusters of shrubs will add an attractive edge around the garage and driveway. This finding can be made in the affirmative. (d) Colors of wall and roofing materials shall blend with the natural landscape and be nonreflective. The tan colored smooth stucco exterior with brown colored stone veneer accents and a brown colored tiled roof will help the project blend with the natural surroundings. This finding can be made in the affirmative. (e) Roofing materials shall be wood shingles, wood shakes, tile, or other materials such as composition as approved by the Planning Commission. No mechanical equipment shall be located upon a roof unless it is appropriately screened. The roof will be constructed of concrete composite tiles and no mechanical equipment will be located on the roof. This finding can be made in the affirmative. (f) The proposed development shall be compatible in terms of height, bulk and design with other structures in the immediate area. As provided in the staff report, the home is in the multi-family zoning district. The home is surrounded by high density uses including a two-story condominium complex to the west and a lodge to the north. The home will also be located near a 27’ tall single- family home to the left. The proposed setbacks are similar to the setbacks provided on adjacent properties, the home’s mass has been minimized with simple and well-proportioned building elements including plate heights and second story eave lines. The stone veneer wainscoting and wrought-iron railing add human scale to the facade. This finding can be made in the affirmative. Variance Pursuant to City Code Section 15-70.060, the Planning Commission is authorized to grant variances in order to prevent or to lessen such practical difficulties and unnecessary physical hardships that would result from a strict or literal interpretation and enforcement of certain zoning regulations. A practical difficulty or unnecessary physical hardship may result from the size, shape or dimensions of a site or the location of existing structures thereon. The Applicant has met the burden of proof required to support the application for a variance as set forth below. (a) That because of special circumstances applicable to the property, including size, shape, topography, location or surroundings, strict enforcement of the specified regulation would deprive the applicant of privileges enjoyed by the owners of other properties in the vicinity and classified in the same zoning district. City code requires properties in the RM-3,000 zoning district to have a 100-foot width and a 115-foot depth. The subject property has a substandard width of 55 feet and a substandard depth of 100 feet. The required setbacks on this substandard lot is 25 feet in the front, 20 feet in the rear, and 17 feet on the side. The applicant is requesting a variance to reduce the front yard setback to 15 feet. The applicant is also requesting a variance to reduce the side yard setbacks to 5’6”. To meet the city code requirements, the side setback area would be a combined width of 34 feet leaving a total of 21 feet to construct the residence. As a point of reference, a standard two car garage has a width of 20 feet. A 43-inch Coast live oak tree in the front yard of the adjacent site to the north at 11 Report to the Planning Commission 14662 Sixth Street – Application # PDR17-0016/ARB17-0050/VAR18-0003 November 28, 2018 Page | 7 14656 Sixth Street is located on the common property line. The dripline of this oak tree encroaches 18’ into the front yard of the subject site. To avoid negative impacts on the neighbor’s tree, the City Arborist determined that the project could not be located within the tree dripline. The applicant designed the project to avoid impacts to the tree to the maximum extent possible by positioning the building footprint around the tree. The floor area that would have been located under the tree was located to the southwest corner and toward the front of the site and ten feet into the front setback area. This finding can be made in the affirmative. (b) That the granting of the variance will not constitute a grant of special privilege inconsistent with the limitations on other properties in the vicinity and classified in the same zoning district. The requested variance is consistent with other homes on the same street and with other homes on non-conforming lots in the multi-family zoning district. The proposed front yard setback is consistent with the existing front yard setback of the home to be replaced and the homes on either side of the property, both of which received variance approval for reduced front setbacks of 15 feet. The proposed side setback of 5’6” will be the same as the existing house on the site and is generally consistent with the side setbacks of both adjacent homes which received variance approval for reduced setbacks. This finding can be made in the affirmative. (c) That the granting of the variance will not be detrimental to the public health, safety or welfare, or materially injurious to properties or improvements in the vicinity. The requested setback variance will not create any health or safety impacts. The proposed home will replace a dilapidated structure, thus improving the welfare of the street and the neighborhood in general. The home will accommodate a larger family within a singl e-family dwelling, consistent with the purpose of the multi-family zoning district. The proposed setbacks will help accommodate a two-car garage, providing off-street parking on a narrow street. The proposed home is 2’6” feet lower in height than the allowed maximum, minimizing its visual impact. A portion of the first story is setback is 40 feet from the front property line, and a portion of the second story is setback 56 feet from the front property line. This finding can be made in the affirmative. Neighbor Notification and Correspondence A public notice was sent to property owners within 500 feet of the site. In addition, the public hearing notice and description of the project was published in the Saratoga News. The applicant has provided three completed Neighbor Notification Forms with no negative project related comments (Attachment #4). 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. The project, as proposed, is for the construction of a new residence in a suburban, residential area. 12 Report to the Planning Commission 14662 Sixth Street – Application # PDR17-0016/ARB17-0050/VAR18-0003 November 28, 2018 Page | 8 ATTACHMENTS 1. Resolution of Approval No. 18-035 2. Arborist Report 3. Applicant’s Variance Request 4. Neighbor Notification Forms 5. Story Pole Verification Letter 6. Project Plans 13 RESOLUTION NO: 18-035 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SARATOGA PLANNING COMMISSION APPROVING DESIGN REVIEW PDR17-0016, ARBORIST REPORT ARB17-0050 AND VARIANCE VAR18-0003 14662 SIXTH STREET APN # 517-08-002 WHEREAS, on October 5, 2017 an application was submitted by Tri Hong on behalf of Taoliang Wang requesting Design Review, Arborist Report, and Variance approval to construct a new 3,458 square foot two-story residence with associated site improvements located at 14662 Sixth Street (APN 517-08-002). The project also includes a variance for reduced site and front yard setbacks. A total of four trees are proposed for removal. The site is located within the RM-3,000 zoning district. 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 Categorically Exempt. WHEREAS, on November 28, 2018 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 contained in Section 15-46. One building is being constructed on the property and the architectural features and landscaping are harmonious; no signage is being proposed; landscaping integrates and accommodates existing trees and vegetation to be preserved with the use of water-conserving plants, materials and irrigation systems to the maximum extent feasible, and clustered in natural appearing groups as opposed to regularly spaced; the colors of the roofing materials blend with the natural landscape and be nonreflective; roofing materials are tile Attachment 1 14 Lands of Wang 14462 Sixth Street Application #PDR17-0016 / ARB17-0050 / VAR18-0003 Resolution #18-035 Page | 2 with no mechanical equipment located on the roof; the development is 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 PDR17-0016, ARB17-0050 and VAR18-0003 located at 14662 Sixth Street (APN 517-08-002), 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 28th day of November 2018 by the following vote: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: ABSTAIN: ____________________________ Joyce Hlava Chair, Planning Commission 15 Lands of Wang 14462 Sixth Street Application #PDR17-0016 / ARB17-0050 / VAR18-0003 Resolution #18-035 Page | 3 Exhibit 1 CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL PDR17-0016 & ARB17-0050 & VAR18-0003 14662 SIXTH STREET APN # 517-08-002 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 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 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 City Code 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. 16 Lands of Wang 14462 Sixth Street Application #PDR17-0016 / ARB17-0050 / VAR18-0003 Resolution #18-035 Page | 4 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT 5. The owner/applicant shall comply with all City requirements regarding drainage, including but not limited to complying with the city approved Stormwater management plan. The project shall retain and/or detain any increase in design flow from the site, that is created by the proposed construction and grading project, such that adjacent down slope properties will not be negatively impacted by any increase in flow. Design must follow the current Santa Clara County Drainage Manual method criteria, as required by the building department. Retention/detention element design must follow the Drainage Manual guidelines, as required by the building department. 6. The development shall be located and constructed to include those features, and only those features, as shown on the Approved Plans received and date stamped November 1, 2018. 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 City Code. 7. Prior to issuance of Building Permits, the applicant shall submit for staff approval, a Lighting Plan for the home’s exterior and landscaped areas. Proposed exterior lighting shall be limited to full-cut off & shielded fixtures with downward directed illumination so as not to shine on adjacent properties or public right-of-way. All proposed exterior lighting shall be designed to limit illumination to the site and avoid creating glare impacts to surrounding properties. 8. 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. 9. Prior to issuance of Building Permits, the applicant shall prepare for review and approval by City staff a Construction Management Plan for the project which includes but is not limited to the following: a. Proposed construction worker parking area. b. Proposed construction hours that are consistent with City Code. c. Proposed construction/delivery vehicle staging or parking areas. d. Proposed traffic control plan with traffic control measures, any street closure, hours for delivery/earth moving or hauling, etc. To the extent possible, any deliveries, earth moving or hauling activities will be scheduled to avoid peak commute hours. e. Proposed construction material staging/storage areas. f. Location of project construction sign outlining permitted construction work hours, name of project contractor and the contact information for both homeowner and contractor. 10. All fences, walls and hedges shall conform to height requirements provided in City Code Section 15-29. 11. The final landscaping and irrigation plan submitted for Building Permit approval shall demonstrate how the project complies with the State Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance and 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 17 Lands of Wang 14462 Sixth Street Application #PDR17-0016 / ARB17-0050 / VAR18-0003 Resolution #18-035 Page | 5 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. A locking mailbox approved for use by the U.S. Postal service shall be installed and in compliance with Saratoga Municipal Code section 6-25.030. The mailbox shall be installed prior to final inspection. ARBORIST 13. The owner/applicant shall comply with all City Arborist requirements contained in Arborist Report ARB17-0050 dated September 19, 2018. FIRE DEPARTMENT 14. The owner/applicant shall comply with all Fire Department requirements. PUBLIC WORKS 15. Applicant / Owner shall obtain an encroachment permit for any and all improvements in any City right-of-way or City easement including all new utilities prior to commencement of the work to implement this Design Review. 16. Owner shall remove and replace existing rolled curb fronting 14662 and replace with new vertical curb and gutters. The new curb and gutter shall align with existing gutter fronting 14656 6th Street on the left and 20701 6th Street on the right of the subject properties. See City of Saratoga standard details. 17. All new/upgraded utilities shall be installed underground. 18. Applicant / Owner shall maintain the streets, sidewalks and other right of way as well as adjacent properties, both public and private, in a clean, safe and usable condition. All spills of soil, rock or construction debris shall be removed immediately. 19. Provide a site grading and drainage plan, prepared by a licensed Civil engineer. The Project Civil Engineer shall design this project to comply with the grading recommendations in the geotechnical report. The site grading plan shall include but not be limited to the following: 18 Lands of Wang 14462 Sixth Street Application #PDR17-0016 / ARB17-0050 / VAR18-0003 Resolution #18-035 Page | 6 • The ground immediately adjacent to the foundation shall be sloped away from the building at a slope not less than 5 percent for a distance of 10 feet measured perpendicular to the face of the wall. • If physical obstructions or lot lines prohibit 10 feet of horizontal distance, a 5 percent slope shall be provided to an approved alternative method of diverting water away from foundation. Swales used for this purpose shall be sloped a minimum of 2 percent where located within 10 feet of the building foundation • Impervious surfaces within 10 feet of the building foundation shall be sloped a minimum of 2 percent away from the building. 20. All project that create and/or replace more than 2,500 square feet and less than 10,000 square feet of impervious surface shall install one or more of the following site design measures: • Direct roof runoff into cisterns or rain barrels for reuse. • Direct roof runoff onto vegetated areas. • Direct runoff from sidewalks, walkways, and/or patios onto vegetated areas. • Direct runoff from driveways and/or uncovered parking lots onto vegetated areas. • Construct sidewalks, walkways, and/or patios with permeable surfaces. • Construct bike lanes, driveways, and/or uncovered parking lots with permeable surfaces. 21. The Owner/Applicant shall incorporate adequate source control measures to limit pollutant generation, discharge, and runoff (e.g. landscaping that minimizes irrigation and runoff, promotes surface infiltration where possible, minimizes the use of pesticides and fertilizers, and incorporates appropriate sustainable landscaping practices and programs, such as Bay-Friendly Landscaping). 22. At least 48 hours prior to the commencement of any earthwork/grading activities, the Owner/Applicant shall arrange a pre-construction meeting. The meeting shall include the City of Saratoga Grading Inspector, the grading contractor and the project soils engineer. 23. All grading and earthwork activities shall conform to the approved plans and specifications. All grading and earthwork activities shall be observed and approved by the soils engineer. The soils engineer shall be notified at least 48 hours prior to any grading or earthwork activities. Unobserved or unapproved work shall be removed and replaced under observation of the project soil engineer. 24. Construction Site Control • Owner shall implement construction site inspection and control to prevent construction site discharges of pollutants into the storm drains per approved Erosion Control Plan. • The City requires the construction sites to maintain year-round effective erosion control, run-on and run-off control, sediment control, good site management, and non-storm water management through all phases of construction (including, but not limited to, site grading, building, and finishing of lots) until the site is fully stabilized by landscaping or the installation of permanent erosion control measures. • City will conduct inspections to determine compliance and determine the effectiveness of the BMPs in preventing the discharge of construction pollutants into the storm drain. Owner shall be required to timely correct all actual and potential discharges observed. 25. Prior to the Building final, all Public works conditions including drainage, grading, and landscaping of the site shall be completed per approved plans. 19 Lands of Wang 14462 Sixth Street Application #PDR17-0016 / ARB17-0050 / VAR18-0003 Resolution #18-035 Page | 7 BUILDING DEPARTMENT SUBMITTAL 26. 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. b. All additional drawings, plans, maps, reports, notes, and/or materials required by the Building Division. c. This signed and dated Resolution printed onto separate construction plan pages. d. The site plan shall contain a note with the following language: “Prior to foundation inspection by the City, the Licensed Land Surveyor of record shall provide a written certification that all building setbacks comply with the Approved Plans,” which note shall represent a condition which must be satisfied to remain in compliance with this Design Review Approval. 20 Community Development Department City of Saratoga 13777 Fruitvale Avenue Saratoga, California 95070 ARBORIST REPORT Application No. ARB17-0050 Prepared by Kate Bear, City Arborist Site: 14662 Sixth Street Phone: (408) 868-1276 Owner: Taoliang Wang Email: kbear@saratoga.ca.us APN: 517-08-002 Email: x1@wang-x1.net Report History: Final report Date: September 19, 2018 PROJECT SCOPE: The applicant has submitted plans to demolish the existing one story house and detached garage, and build a new two story house with an attached two car garage. Four protected trees (24, 26, 27 and 28) are requested for removal to construct the project, including two oak trees growing in the middle of the site. STATUS: Approved by City Arborist, with attached conditions. PROJECT DATA IN BRIEF: Tree bond – Required - $11,540 Tree fencing – Required – See Conditions of Approval and attached map. Tree removals – Trees 24, 26, 27 and 28 are approved for removal once building permits have been issued. Replacement trees – Required = $14,500 ATTACHMENTS: 1 – Findings 2 – Tree Removal Criteria 3 – Tree Information 4 – Conditions of Approval 5 – Map Showing Tree Protection Attachment 2 21 14662 Sixth Street Attachment 1 FINDINGS: Tree Removals According to Section 15-50.080 of the City Code, whenever a tree is requested for removal as part of a project, certain findings must be made and specific tree removal criteria met. Four trees (24, 26, 27 and 28) are requested for removal to construct the project. They meet the City’s criteria allowing them to be removed and replaced as part of the project, once building division permits have been obtained. Attachment 2 contains the tree removal criteria for reference. Table 1: Summary of Tree Removal Criteria that are met Tree No. Species Criteria met Comments 24 Norfolk Island pine 1, 6, 7, 9 In conflict with driveway, leaning 26 Coast live oak 1, 7, 9 In conflict with proposed house 27 Valley oak 1, 7, 9 In conflict with proposed house 28 Persimmon 1, 7, 9 In conflict with proposed house 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. Tree Preservation Plan Section 15-50.140 of the City Code requires a Tree Preservation Plan for this project. To satisfy this requirement the following shall be copied onto a plan sheet and included in the final sets of plans: 1) The submitted arborist report dated July 31, 2017. It is acceptable to work with the Project Arborist to determine which parts of the report can be left off of the plans. 2) The Project Data in Brief, the List of Trees (Table 2), the Conditions of Approval, and the map showing tree protection from this report. 22 14662 Sixth Street Attachment 2 TREE REMOVAL CRITERIA Criteria that permit the removal of a protected tree are listed below. This information is from Article 15-50.080 of the City Code and is applied to any tree requested for removal as part of the project. If findings are made that meet the criteria listed below, the tree(s) may be approved for removal and replacement during construction. (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. (2) The necessity to remove the tree because of physical damage or threatened damage to improvements or impervious surfaces on the property. (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. (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. (5) The age and number of healthy trees the property is able to support according to good forestry practices. (6) Whether or not there are any alternatives that would allow for retaining or not encroaching on the protected tree. (7) Whether the approval of the request would be contrary to or in conflict with the general purpose and intent of this Article. (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 (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. (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. 23 14662 Sixth Street Attachment 3 TREE INFORMATION: Arborist Report reviewed: Preparer: Walter Levison, Consulting Arborist Date of Report: July 31, 2017 An arborist report was submitted for this project that inventoried seven trees, six of which are protected by Saratoga City Code. Information on the condition of each tree, potential impacts from construction, suitability for preservation, appraised values and tree protection recommendations were provided. A table summarizing information about each tree is below. Four trees (24, 26, 27 and 28) protected by Saratoga City Code are requested for removal to construct this project. Table 2: Tree information from July 31, 2017 arborist report by Walter Levison. Tree No. Species Trunk Diameter (inches) Condition Intensity of Construction Impacts Suitability for Preservation Appraised Value Coast live oak 23 Quercus agrifolia 23, 20.6 Good Moderate High $19,300 Norfolk Island pine 24 Araucaria heterophylla 15.4 Good High Low $2,180 Crape myrtle Not Not 25 Lagerstroemia hybrid Protected Fair High Low Protected Coast live oak 26 Quercus agrifolia 21.4 Fair High Moderate $6,090 Valley oak 27 Quercus lobata 11.7 Fair High Moderate $4,040 Persimmon 28 Diospyrus kaki 11.3 Fair High Low $2,190 Red oak estimated 29 Quercus rubra 15 Fair Moderate High $3,780 24 14662 Sixth Street Attachment 4 CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL 1. Owner, Architect, Contractor: 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. Permit: a. 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. b. 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. 3. Final Plan Sets: a. Shall include the recommendations and tree information from the arborist report by Walter Levison dated July 31, 2017 copied on a plan sheet, titled “Tree Preservation”. b. Shall include the Project Data in Brief, the Conditions of Approval, and the map showing tree protection sections of the City Arborist report, April 17, 2018: 4. Tree Protection Security Deposit: a. Is required per City Ordinance 15-50.080. b. Shall be $11,540 for tree(s) 23 and 29. 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. 5. Tree Protection Fencing: a. Shall be installed as shown on the attached map. b. Shall be shown on the Site Plan. c. Shall be established prior to the arrival of construction equipment or materials on site. d. 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. e. Shall be posted with signs saying “TREE PROTECTION FENCE - DO NOT MOVE OR REMOVE WITHOUT APPROVAL FROM CITY ARBORIST, KATE BEAR (408) 868-1276”. f. Wherever protection is needed outside of fences, unprocessed wood chips, or approved equivalent, shall be placed to the edge of the tree’s canopy and to a depth of 6 inches. g. 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. h. Tree protection fencing shall remain undisturbed throughout the construction until final inspection. 25 14662 Sixth Street Attachment 4 6. Construction: All construction activities shall be conducted outside tree protection fencing unless permitted as conditioned below. These activities include, but are not necessarily limited to, the following: demolition, grading, trenching for utility installation, equipment cleaning, stockpiling and dumping materials (including soil fill), and equipment/vehicle operation and parking. 7. Work inside fenced areas: a. Requires field meeting with City Arborist before performing work. b. Requires City Arborist approval prior to performing work. c. Requires Project Arborist on site to monitor work. 8. Project Arborist: a. Shall be Walter Levison unless otherwise approved by the City Arborist. b. Shall visit the site every three weeks during grading, trenching or digging activities and every six weeks after. c. Shall provide a letter to the Applicant for the City at the end of the project. The letter shall document the work performed around trees, include photos of the work in progress, and provide information on the condition of the trees following construction. d. Shall supervise any permitted pruning or root pruning of trees on site. 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. 9. The Project Arborist shall be on site to monitor: a. The Project Arborist shall be on site to monitor all work within 20 feet of tree 23. b. Installation of the columns at the driveway entrance. c. Excavation for the foundation of the second unit, covered patio, outdoor kitchen and pool equipment. 10. Tree removal: a. Trees 24, 26, 27 and 28 meet the criteria for removal and may be removed once building division permits have been obtained. b. Should any tree be damaged beyond repair, new trees shall be required to replace the tree. If there is insufficient room to plant the necessary number of new trees, some of the value for trees may be paid into the City’s Tree Fund. 11. New trees: a. New trees equal to $14,500 shall be planted as part of the project before final inspection and occupancy of the new home. New trees may be of any species. b. Trees permitted for removal shall be replaced on or off site according to good forestry practices, and shall provide equivalent value in terms of aesthetic and environmental quality, size, height, location, appearance and other significant beneficial characteristics of the removed trees. c. Replacement values for new trees are listed below. 15 gallon = $350 24 inch box = $500 36 inch box = $1,500 24 inch box = $5,000 60 inch box = 7,000 72 inch box = $15,000 d. At least two new trees shall be planted in the front yard. 26 14662 Sixth Street Attachment 4 e. The rest of the replacement trees may be planted anywhere on the property as long as they do not encroach on retained trees. f. Only drought tolerant plants that are compatible with oaks are permitted under the outer half of the canopy of oak trees. g. Water loving plants and lawns are not permitted under oak tree canopies. 12. Final inspection: 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. 27 23 Attachment 5 Legend Tree Protection Fencing 14662 Sixth Street 26 27 28 29 25 24 28 Attachment 3 29 Attachment 4 30 31 32 Attachment 5 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 RW ENGINEERING, INC.ABBREVIATIONLEGEND56%*#4.'5564''66*564''6BASIS OF BEARINGS:SITE BENCHMARK:NOTES:41 SANTA CLARA COUNTYC-1 DATE: SHEET NO. SCALE: DRAWN BY: DESIGNED BY:RW ENGINEERING, INC.DATEBYREVISIONNO.OF SHEETSGRADING ANDDRAINAGE PLANAPN: 517-08-002SITE BENCHMARK: 6*564''6 BASIS OF BEARINGS: DETENTION BASIN TYPICAL GRADING AROUND FOUNDATION SWALE 42 (TO BE MAINTAINED)STABILIZED CONSTRUCTION ENTRANCE HYDROSEEDING: GENERAL EROSION AND SEDIMENT CONTROL NOTES:EROSION CONTROLPLANSANTA CLARA COUNTYC-2 DATE: SHEET NO. SCALE: DRAWN BY: DESIGNED BY:RW ENGINEERING, INC.DATEBYREVISIONNO.OF SHEETS LEGEND 6*564''6 APN: 517-08-00243 Construction Best Management Practices (BMPs) Construction projects are required to implement year-round stormwater BMPs. Non-Hazardous Materials Berm and cover stockpiles of sand, dirt or other construction material with tarps when rain is forecast or when they are not in use. Use (but don’t overuse) reclaimed water for dust control. Ensure dust control water doesn’t leave site or discharge to storm drains. Hazardous Materials Label all hazardous materials and hazardous wastes (such as pesticides, paints, thinners, solvents, fuel, oil, and antifreeze) in accordance with City, County, State and Federal regulations. Store hazardous materials and wastes in water tight containers, store in appropriate secondary containment, and cover them at the end of every work day or during wet weather or when rain is forecast. Follow manufacturer’s application instructions for hazardous materials and do not use more than necessary. Do not apply chemicals outdoors when rain is forecast within 24 hours. Arrange for appropriate disposal of all hazardous wastes. Waste Management Cover and maintain dumpsters. Check frequently for leaks. Place dumpsters under roofs or cover with tarps or plastic sheeting secured around the outside of the dumpster. A plastic liner is recommended to prevent leaks. Never clean out a dumpster by hosing it down on the construction site. Place portable toilets away from storm drains. Make sure they are in good working order. Check frequently for leaks. Dispose of all wastes and demolition debris properly. Recycle materials and wastes that can be recycled, including solvents, water- based paints, vehicle fluids, broken asphalt and concrete, wood, and cleared vegetation. Dispose of liquid residues from paints, thinners, solvents, glues, and cleaning fluids as hazardous waste. Keep site free of litter (e.g. lunch items, cigarette butts). Prevent litter from uncovered loads by covering loads that are being transported to and from site. Construction Entrances and Perimeter Establish and maintain effective perimeter controls and stabilize all construction entrances and exits to sufficiently control erosion and sediment discharges from site and tracking off site. Sweep or vacuum any street tracking immediately and secure sediment source to prevent further tracking. Never hose down streets to clean up tracking. Materials & Waste Management Equipment Management & Spill Control Maintenance and Parking Designate an area of the construction site, well away from streams or storm drain inlets and fitted with appropriate BMPs, for auto and equipment parking, and storage. Perform major maintenance, repair jobs, and vehicle and equipment washing off site. If refueling or vehicle maintenance must be done onsite, work in a bermed area away from storm drains and over a drip pan or drop cloths big enough to collect fluids. Recycle or dispose of fluids as hazardous waste. If vehicle or equipment cleaning must be done onsite, clean with water only in a bermed area that will not allow rinse water to run into gutters, streets, storm drains, or surface waters. Do not clean vehicle or equipment onsite using soaps, solvents, degreasers, or steam cleaning equipment, and do not use diesel oil to lubricate equipment or parts onsite. Spill Prevention and Control Keep spill cleanup materials (e.g., rags, absorbents and cat litter) available at the construction site at all times. Maintain all vehicles and heavy equipment. Inspect frequently for and repair leaks. Use drip pans to catch leaks until repairs are made. Clean up leaks, drips and other spills immediately and dispose of cleanup materials properly. Use dry cleanup methods whenever possible (absorbent materials, cat litter and/or rags). Sweep up spilled dry materials immediately. Never attempt to “wash them away” with water, or bury them. Clean up spills on dirt areas by digging up and properly disposing of contaminated soil. Report significant spills to the appropriate local spill response agencies immediately. If the spill poses a significant hazrd to human health and safety, property or the environment, you must report it to the State Office of Emergency Services. (800) 852-7550 (24 hours). Earthmoving Grading and Earthwork Schedule grading and excavation work during dry weather. Stabilize all denuded areas, install and maintain temporary erosion controls (such as erosion control fabric or bonded fiber matrix) until vegetation is established. Remove existing vegetation only when absolutely necessary, plant temporary vegetation for erosion control on slopes or where construction is not immediately planned. Prevent sediment from migrating offsite and protect storm drain inlets, drainage courses and streams by installing and maintaining appropriate BMPs (i.e. silt fences, gravel bags, fiber rolls, temporary swales, etc.). Keep excavated soil on site and transfer it to dump trucks on site, not in the streets. Contaminated Soils If any of the following conditions are observed, test for contamination and contact the Regional Water Quality Control Board: Unusual soil conditions, discoloration, - or odor. Abandoned underground tanks. - Abandoned wells - Buried barrels, debris, or trash. - If the above conditions are observed, document any signs of potential contamination and clearly mark them so they are not distrurbed by construction activities. Landscaping Protect stockpiled landscaping materials from wind and rain by storing them under tarps all year-round. Stack bagged material on pallets and under cover. Discontinue application of any erodible landscape material within 2 days before a forecast rain event or during wet weather. Paving Avoid paving and seal coating in wet weather or when rain is forecast, to prevent materials that have not cured from contacting stormwater runoff. Cover storm drain inlets and manholes when applying seal coat, slurry seal, fog seal, or similar materials. Collect and recycle or properly dispose of excess abrasive gravel or sand. Do NOT sweep or wash it into gutters. Sawcutting & Asphalt/Concrete Removal Protect storm drain inlets during saw cutting. If saw cut slurry enters a catch basin, clean it up immediately. Shovel or vacuum saw cut slurry deposits and remove from the site. When making saw cuts, use as little water as possible. Sweep up, and properly dispose of all residues. Concrete Management Store both dry and wet materials under cover, protected from rainfall and runoff and away from storm drains or waterways. Store materials off the ground, on pallets. Protect dry materials from wind. Wash down exposed aggregate concrete only when the wash water can (1) flow onto a dirt area; (2) drain onto a bermed surface from which it can be pumped and disposed of properly; or (3) block any storm drain inlets and vacuum washwater from the gutter. If possible, sweep first. Wash out concrete equipment/trucks offsite or in a designated washout area onsite, where the water will flow into a temporary waste pit, and make sure wash water does not leach into the underlying soil. (See CASQA Construction BMP Handbook for properly designed concrete washouts.) Dewatering Discharges of groundwater or captured runoff from dewatering operations must be properly managed and disposed. When possible, send dewatering discharge to landscaped area or sanitary sewer. If discharging to the sanitary sewer, call your local wastewater treatment plant. Divert run-on water from offsite away from all disturbed areas. When dewatering, notify and obtain approval from the local municipality before discharging water to a street gutter or storm drain. Filtration or diversion through a basin, tank, or sediment trap may be required. In areas of known or suspected contamination, call your local agency to determine whether the ground water must be tested. Pumped groundwater may need to be collected and hauled off-site for treatment and proper disposal. Painting Cleanup and Removal Never clean brushes or rinse paint containers into a street, gutter, storm drain, or stream. For water-based paints, paint out brushes to the extent possible, and rinse into a drain that goes to the sanitary sewer. Never pour paint down a storm drain. For oil-based paints, paint out brushes to the extent possible and clean with thinner or solvent in a proper container. Filter and reuse thinners and solvents. Dispose of excess liquids as hazardous waste. Sweep up or collect paint chips and dust from non-hazardous dry stripping and sand blasting into plastic drop cloths and dispose of as trash. Chemical paint stripping residue and chips and dust from marine paints or paints containing lead, mercury, or tributyltin must be disposed of as hazardous waste. Lead based paint removal requires a state- certified contractor. Painting & Paint RemovalConcrete Management and Dewatering Paving/Asphalt Work Storm drain polluters may be liable for fines of up to $10,000 per day!44 45 46 47 48 As NotedGregofSheetJobDateDrawnScaleRevision#2176GREGORY LEWIS LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT 736 Park Way Santa Cruz, CA 95065 (831) 425-4747 lewislandscape@sbcglobal.net5L0Landscape Documentation49 JTJTJTXXXXXXXXXXXXXEBEB(N)E/M (N)G/M PORCHNEW RESIDENCEGARAGEF.F. 532F.S. 531.5F.F. 533F.F. 533.5A/CA/C6 TH STREET3660 3680 PATIOF.S. 533 3660 DRIVEWAYPAVERPAVER(E)G/M EEEEGGGGPAVERCONC.WOOD DECK3'-0"5'-6"B.S.L.5'-6"B.S.L.25'-0" B.S.L. (TO 1ST & 2ND FLOOR) ±1 1 ' - 9 "232682728292523'-0" MIN. 10'-0" EX FENCE EX FENCE EX FENCEF.F. 533of#2176GREGORY LEWIS LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT 736 Park Way Santa Cruz, CA 95065 (831) 425-4747 1Driveway - Pavers - pattern and color to be determined later - impervious2Front walkways - Pavers - pattern and color to be determined laterimpervious3Rear Deck4Mulch top dress paths5Concrete paving - color and texture to be determined later - imperviouslewislandscape@sbcglobal.net"I have complied with the criteria of the Water Conservation in Landscaping Ordinance and appliedthem for the efficient use of water in the landscape design plan"Gregory Lewis - Landscape Architect Lic. #2176 2-6-1850 JTJTJTXXXXXXXXXXXXXEBEB(N)E/M (N)G/M PORCHNEW RESIDENCEGARAGEF.F. 532F.S. 531.5F.F. 533F.F. 533.5A/CA/C6 TH STREET3660 3680 PATIOF.S. 533 3660 DRIVEWAYPAVERPAVER(E)G/M EEEEGGGGPAVERCONC.WOOD DECK3'-0"5'-6"B.S.L.5'-6"B.S.L.25'-0" B.S.L. (TO 1ST & 2ND FLOOR) ±1 1 ' - 9 "232682728292523'-0" MIN. 10'-0" EX FENCE EX FENCE EX FENCEF.F. 533Cof#2176GREGORY LEWIS LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT 736 Park Way Santa Cruz, CA 95065 (831) 425-4747 lewislandscape@sbcglobal.net"I have complied with the criteria of the Water Conservation in Landscaping Ordinance and appliedthem for the efficient use of water in the irrigation design plan"Gregory Lewis - Landscape Architect Lic. #2176 2-6-1851 As NotedGregofSheetJobDateDrawnScaleRevision#2176GREGORY LEWIS LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT 736 Park Way Santa Cruz, CA 95065 (831) 425-4747 lewislandscape@sbcglobal.net5L3 DetailsWall Mount ControllerNo ScaleTrenches/LinesNo ScaleBManual Gate ValveAEShrub PlantingNo ScaleNo ScaleTree Plantingwith Filter and Regulator for DripAuto. Antisiphon ValveNo ScaleCDrip Emitter and Flush ValveD52 As NotedGregofSheetJobDateDrawnScaleRevision#2176GREGORY LEWIS LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT 736 Park Way Santa Cruz, CA 95065 (831) 425-4747 FAX 425-11075 lewislandscape@sbcglobal.netLandscape SpecificationsL453