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RESOLUTION NO.DR-89-013
CITY OF SARATOGA PLANNING COMMISSION
STATE OF CALIFORNIA
VELINSKY, 15839 HIDDEN HILL ROAD
WHEREAS, the City of Saratoga Planning commission has
received an application for design review approval of
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 to present evidence, and:
WHEREAS, the applicant has met the burden of proof required
to support said application, and the following findings have been
determined:
-The height, elevation and placement of the project on the site
does not unreasonably interfere with views of the surrounding
residences in that the home is located at the required setback
from the northerly property line to maximize setback to homes
below the building site on the south and will minimize the
impact of the view of the home near the westerly property line.
-The project does not unreasonably interfere with the privacy of
the surrounding residences in that location of the proposed home
is located to minimize privacy effects to the homes on the
south, the west, north and east property lines.
-The natural landscape is being preserved by minimizing tree
removal, soil removal, and grade changes in that existing trees
will be preserved, and grading will be minimized in that the
building site requires less excavation in to the hillside than
other locations which locates the building out of the creek area
and on the hill top.
-The project will minimize the perception of excessive bulk in
relation to the immediate neighborhood in that a predominately
one story design is proposed and natural earth tone colors will
be used.
-The project is compatible in terms of bulk and height with
those homes within the immediate area and in the same zoning
district in that the neighborhood is a mixture of newer and old
homes ranging from approximately 1200 sq. ft. to homes over 6000
sq. ft. and that the proposed home will be within this range and
within the city's allowable square footage.
EXHIBIT £3>
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-The project will not interfere with the light, air, and solar
access of adjacent properties in that to the extent possible the
setback from the homes to the south below the building site has
been maximized at approximately 44 feet.
-The plan does incorporate current Saratoga grading and erosion
control standards in that less than 10 feet of cut into the
natural topography is proposed.
NOW, THEREFORE, the Planning Commission of the City of
Saratoga does hereby resolve as follows:
Section 1. After careful consideration of the site plan,
architectural drawings, plans and other exhibits submitted in
connection with this matter, the application of Ira and Mayumi
Velinsky for design review approval be and the same is hereby
granted subject to the following conditions:
1. The development shall be located and constructed as shown on
Exhibit nAn, incorporated by reference.
2. Prior to submittal for building permit or grading permit, a
zone clearance shall be obtained from the Planning Department.
3. Height of structure shall not exceed 25 feet.
4. Total gross floor area for all structures on site shall not
exceed 5,073 sq. ft.
5. The maximum height of an exposed underfloor area shall not
exceed 5 ft.
6. No retaining wall shall have an exposed height that exceeds 5
ft.
7. No structure shall be permitted in any easement, unless
written permission from the easement holder is granted.
8.
No ordinance size tree shall be removed without
obtaining a Tree Removal Permit.
first
9.
Slopes shall be graded to a maximum 2:1
slope.
10. All exposed slopes shall be contour graded.
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11. Exterior colors shall be medium to dark earthtone as shown on
Exhibit "A" and subject to staff review and approval prior to
issuance of a zone clearance.
12. Landscaping for screening along the southerly elevation shall
be installed prior to final occupancy, or the applicant may
submit a bond to ensure installation of landscaping when
drought conditions no longer exist.
13. Prior to issuance of building permits, applicant shall submit
the following for Planning Director review and approval:
A. Landscape plans for the entire site indicating the use of
natural, drought tolerant species to blend the home with the
natural environment.
14. The applicant shall provide a letter from the geotechnical
consultant stating that the location of the home is
consistent with the recommendations of the original study.
15. The applicants shall use the pier-and-grade beam foundation
alternative recommended by the applicant's geotechnical
consultant. The consultant shall review the new development
plans and approve all geotechnical aspects of the plans (i.e.,
site prparation and grading, site drainage and improvements,
and design parameters for foundations and retaining walls) to
ensure that his recomendations have been properly
incorporated.
The results
geotechnical
Engineer for
permits.
of the plan review shall be summarized by the
consultant in a letter and submitted to the city
review and approval prior to issuance of building
16. The geotechnical consultant shall inspect, test (as needed),
and approve all geotechnical aspects of the project
construction. The inspections shall include, but not
necessarily limited to: site preparation and grading, site
surface and subsurface drainage improvements, and excavations
for foundations and retaining walls prior to the placement of
concrete and steel.
The results of these inspections and the
of the project shall be described
consultant in a letter and submitted to
review prior to final project approval.
as-built conditions
by the geotechnical
the city Engineer for
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17. Applicant shall submit a geotechnical investigation and report
by licensed professional to include details on:
a.) Soils
b. ) Foundation
18. Detailed on-site improvement plans showing the following shall
be submitteä to the Building Division prior to issuance of
a zone clearance:
Grading (limits of cuts,
sections, existing and
earthwork quantities)
b.) Drainage details (conduit type, slope, outfall,
location, etc.)
a. )
fills; slopes, cross-
proposed elevations,
c.) Retaining structures including design by A.I.A. or
R.C.E. for walls 4 feet or higher.
d.) Erosion control measures
e.) Standard information to include titleblock, plot
plan using record data, location map, north arrow,
sheet no's. owner's name, etc.
19. Applicant shall submit plans to City Horticultural
Consultant for approval prior to issuance of a building
permit. All requirements of the horticultural consultant
shall be met.
20. Any portion of a structure located under the dripline of a
tree shall have pier and grade beam foundation with the beam
poured at original grade. Soil in the area beneath the tree
canopy shall be covered with a" of chips during construction
to prevent compaction of soil by equipment and the tree trunks
wrapped with 3 layers of snow fencing to 8' above ground to
prevent damage by equipment.
21. Prior to issuance of any permit, 6' chain link or welded wire
mesh protective fencing shall be placed around the trees
under the dripline and the building staked so that the
planning staff may check the impacts on the trees.
22.
All requirements of the Santa Clara Valley Water
flood control shall be incorporated into the
completed prior to issuance of the certificate of
the Building Division.
District for
project and
Occupancy by
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23. Roof covering shall be fire retardant, Uniform Building Code
Class A or B prepared or built-up roofing. Re-roofing, less
than 10%, shall be exempt. (Ref. Uniform Fire Code Appendix
E, City of saratoga Code 16-20:210).
Early Warning Fire Alarm System
maintained in accordance with the
60 city of Saratoga.
25. Approved NFPA 13.D Automatic sprinklers shall be installed
throughout the structure and garage.
24.
shall be installed and
provisions of Article 16-
26. All fire hydrants shall be located within five hundred feet
from the residence and deliver no less than 1,000 gallons per
minute of water for a sustained period of two hours [City of
Saratoga Code 14-30:040 (G)].
27. Driveways: All driveways have a 14 ft. minimum width plus one
ft. shoulders.
a. Slopes from ot to 11% shall use a double seal coat of 0 &
S or better on a 6" aggregate base from a public street to
the proposed dwelling.
b. Slopes from 11% to 15% shall be surfaced using 2-1/2" of
A.C. or better on 6" aggregate base from a public street
to proposed dwelling.
c. Slopes from 15% to 17% shall be surfaced using a 4" PCC
concrete rough surfaced on 4" aggregate base from a public
street to proposed dwelling.
d. CUrves: Driveway shall have a minimum inside radius of 32
ft.
e. Turnouts: Construct a passing turnout 10 ft. wide and 40
ft. long as required by the Fire District. Details shall
be shown on building plans.
28. Turn-arounds: Construct a turn-around at the proposed
dwelling site having a 32' inside radius. other approved types
must meet the requirements of the Fire District. Details
shall be shown on the building plans.
29. parking: Provide a parking area for two emergency vehicles at
the proposed dwelling site or as required by the Fire
District. Details shall be shown on the building plans.
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Section 2. Applicant shall sign the agreement to these
conditions within 30 days of the passage of this resolution or said
resolution shall be void.
section 3. Construction must be commenced within 24 months or
approval will expire.
section 4. All applicable requirements of the State, County,
city and other Governmental entities must be met.
section 5. The applicant shall affix a copy of this
resolution to each set of construction plans which will be submitted
to the Building Division when applying for a building permit.
Section 6. Unless appealed pursuant to the requirements of
Article 15-90 of the saratoga City Code, this Resolution shall
become effective ten (10) days from the date of adoption.
PASSED AND ADOPTED by the City of Saratoga Planning commission,
State of California, this 23rd day of August , 19 89
by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Commissioners Siegfried, Harris, Tucker, Burger, Kolstad, Tappan
NOES: None
ABSENT: Commissioner Moran
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The foregoing conditions are hereby accepted.
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