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HomeMy WebLinkAbout06-12-1967 Planning Commission Minutes SIE.,D~ARY OF MINUTES CITY OF SA~R~TOGA PLANNING CO~MISSION TIME: Monday, 12 June 1967, 7:30 P.M. PLACE: City Council Chambers, Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, California TYPE: Regular Meeting I. ROUTINE ORGANIZATION A. ROLL CALL Present:Commissioners Crisp~, Johnson, Kasner, McFal.~, Norton, O'Rorke, and Smith. Absent: None B. MINUTES Commissioner McFall moved, seconded by Commissioner Kasne~ that the reading of the minutes of the 22 May 1967 meeting be waived and that they be approved after amending page 3. .Item E. .paragraph 6. .line 1. .by adding "seconded by Commissioner Johnson" after the word moved and adding "; motion carried unanimously" to line 5. of the same Item; motion carried unanimously. C. ·CHAIRMAN AND qUORUM FOR MEETING OF 27 JUNE 1967 Chairman Norton stated that it would be necessary at the meeting of 26 june 1967 to select a member of the Commission to act as Chairman since both the- Chairman and the Vice-Chairman (Commissioner Johnson) would be unable to attend. He further stated that in addition to the aforementioned absentees Commissioner Kasner will not be present at the meeting of 26 June 1967; therefore, in order to establish a quorum for that meeting, the foursremaining Commissioners would have to be in attendance. II. PUBLIC HEARINGS A. C-71 - ~xmar Investment Company, Walnut Avenue - Request for Change of Zoning from "R-1-12,500" (Single Family Residential) to "R-M-3,000" (Multi- R~Sidential) - Continued from 22 May 1967 The Secretary advised that the ap~licant's representative, ~. Paul Frechette, requested that discussion of this matter be postponed until the end of the public hearing agenda since ·the applicant, ~. Resner, had been delayed. Chairman Norton so directed. B. V-294 - Stephen Dimeff, Saratoga Avenue, Request for Variance in Connection with Site Area and Lot Depth Requirements - Continued from 22 ?~y 1967 The continued hearing on V-294 was resumed at 7:35 P.M. The Secretary stated that nothing further had been added to the file. There was no one present to represent the applicant and nobody in the audience wished to comment. Commissioner ICasner read the report of the Variance Committee recommending that this request for Variance be disapproved since the findings required by Section. 17.6 of Ordinance NS-3 for approval of a Variance could not be nmde. It was moved By Commissi'oner Crisp, seconded by Commissioner Kasner and carried unanimously to close the puDlic hearing on V-294 at 7:40 P.M. Plannin5 Commission Minutes of 12 june 1967 - Continued II. B. V-294 - Continued Commissioner Kasner moved, seconded by Commissioner Smith, that the Variance Committee Report of !2 June 1967 relative to V-294 be approved and that the request for Variance in connection with site area and lot depth requirements be denied in accordance with said report; motion carried unanimously. C. V-295 - Quito Merchants Association, Cox and Saratoga Avenue - Request for Variance in Connecnion with Off=Site Identification Sign Location ~ Continued from 22 M~y 1967 The 'continued hearing on V-295 was re-opened at 7:41 P.M. The Secretary briefly reviewed this application and stated there was nothing new in the file. Commissioner Johnson read the report of the Variance Committee recommending that this request (V-295) be granted since the findings necessary for grant=. ing a Variance can be made. Mr. John H. Powers, Quito Merchants Association, stated they were in full agreement with the recommendations nmde by the Variance Committee. Commissioner McFall moved, seconded by Commissioner Smith that the public hearing on V-295 be closed; mot{on carried unanimously and the hearing was closed at 7:47 P.M. After a brief discussion concerning the size of the proposed signs, Connnissioner Johnson moved, seconded by Commissioner McFall, that the Variance Committee Report of 12 June 1967 in connection with V-295 be approved and that the Variance be granted as described in said report since the finding required by Ordinance NS-3, Section 17.6 can be made; motion carried unanimously. D. C-108 Walter M. Seagraves (George W. Day), Saratoga Avenue - Request for Change of Zoning from "A" (Agricultural) to "R-1-12,500" (Single Family Residential') Continued from 22 May 1967 The public hearing on C-108 was recor~nenced at 7:49 P.M. The Secretary stated that nothing further had been added to the file. Mr. Ed Kolstad was present to represent the applicant but stated that he had no further comment. The Secretary then read the Staff Report of 12 June 1967 recommending, with concurrence of the Subdivision Committee, that the requested Change of Zoning (C-108) be approved. Commissioner Johnson moved, seconded by Commissioner Smith, that the public hearing on C-108 be closed; motion carried unanimously and the hearing was closed at 7:52 P.M. It was moved by Commissioner McFall, seconded by Commissioner Crisp, that the Staff Report of 12 June 1967, recommending, with concurrence of the Subdivision Committee, approval of C-'108 (since the proposed zoning is in accord with the Genera]. Plan and meets the objectives of Ordinance NS-3, Section 1.!) be approved and forwarded to the City Council as the action of the Planning Cosn~ission; motion carried unanimously. Plannin~ Conm~ission Minutes of 12 June 1967 - Continued II. E. C-104 - Roy Kosich, Saratoga Avenue and RadoyJ~a Drive Request for Change of Zoning from "R-l-10,000" (Single Family Residential) to "C-N" (Neighborhood Co~nercial) and from "R-l-!0,000" (Single Family Residential) to "R-M-4,000" (Multi-Family Residential) - Continued from 22 Max 1967 The Chairman opened the continued hearing on C-104 at 7:53 P.M. The Secretary briefly reviewed this file and stated nothing new had been added to the 'file. The applicant, Mr. Kosich,.was present and stated that he would like to reserve his remarks until a£ter the reading of the Subdivision Committee Report. ., Commissioner McFall then read the report of the Subdivision Committee recommending~ with concurrence of the Planning Director, deferral of further action on this zoning request pending a high priority study by the General Plan Committee of the Planning Commission in consultation with the Planning Consultant. ~. Fagen, a resident of the area, ~s present and stated that it was frightening to have the section of Saratoga he lived in referred to as the isolated area. Con~issioner McFall e>cplained that this simply meant that it was surrounded by Con~nercial Development on the North and East sides and by the freeway on the other side. Mr. Kosich at this time requested permission to make the following inquiries of the members of the Home Owner's Association that were present: 1) how many home owner's 'did the association represent and 2) why was he (M~. Kosich) not invited to join this association. Mr. Mensor, president of the Saratoga Park Woods Home Owner's Association, stated that there were forty-eight (48) members and that Mr. Kosich would be welcome as a member. ~. Fred Duerr, member of the association and resident Of the area, stated he was only interested in having all the fac~ considered and the present .high level atomsphere in this area maintained. Mr. Latham, resident of the area, stated that he was not a member of the association but felt that being a member would not change the feeling of the many people in ~his area..~.',.... .'." '.'.~.."'~'~ ""'- Commissioner Johnson advised that the General Plan Committee would meet at 9:00 A.M. on Saturda~ 17 June 1967 and invited anyone wh~ might like to attend and discuss this matter. Chairman Norton (8:06 P.M.) closed the hearing on C-I04 and directed, with concurrence of the Co~nission, that this matter be re-opened for discussion at ~he meeting of 10 july 1967. Co~nissioner McFall moved, seconded by Commissioner Smith that the Subdivision Committee Report of 12 June 1967 be approval and that C-104 be referred, on a high priority basis, to the General Plan Committee of the Planning Commission in consultation with the Planning Consultant for study. Commissioner Kasner explaine~ that he would have to vote no if the motion included approval of the entire report since he did not clearly understand the concept and the intent of the report. -3- Plannin~..Commi§.sion. Minutes of 12 June 1967 Continued II. E. C-!04 - Continued After discussion, Commissioner McFall moved, seconded by Cox~aissioner Smith, to amend his motion as follows:that C-104 be referred, on a high priority basis, to the General Plan Committee of the Planning Commission in consultation with the Planning Consultant for study and a report at the meeting of 10 July 1967; motion carried unanimously. F. UP-133 - Atlantic Richfield Company, Northwest Corner of Cox Avenue'and Paseo Presada - Request for Use Permit for One (1) Service Station Facility Public hearing was opened at 8:12 P.M. '.The Secretary stated that Notices of Hearing had been mailed and read a petition, signed by fourteen (14) residents of the area, filed in opposition to UP-133. Mr. Bill Maipas was present to represent the applicant and stated that 1) this site is larger than the one presently in use 2) the safety factor will 'be greatly improved since it will no longer be necessary to share the ingress 3) traffic will be reduced since there will not be a parking lot adjacent to the proposed station and 4) the proposed site is bordered by a school and a home decorating center. He then showed a rendering of the new station and stated that it would be quite an improvement over the existing station at the Quito Center. Mr. Lester Prinz, resident of the area, spoke in opposition to the station and requested that UP-133 be continued to allow the neighboring residents an opportunity to further consider this application. He went on to say. that a gas station in this area was unnecessary and the one existing was an eye-sore. Commissioner McFall advised that Fir. Prinz could contact the Secretary to establish an appointment with the Subdivision Committee and the applicant for review and discussion of the tentative plans. M~. Warburton, operator of the Richfield Station in the Quito Park Shopping. Center, remarked that Mr. Prinz might consider that a new station might be less of an eye-sore than an old one. Chairman Norton closed the public hearing on UP-133 at 8:29 P.M. and continued it to the next regular meeting on 22 June 1967. Commissioner McFall suggested that the applicant make an appointment with the Secretary to meet with the Subdivision Committee on Monday afternoon, 19 June 1967. G. UP-134 - Frances D. Haden, Pierce Road - Request for Use Permit for the Keeping of One (~)_~orse Public hearing on UP-134 ~s opened at 8:30 P.M. The Secretary stated that Notices of Hearing were mailed and then read a petition, signed by forty-one residents of the area, filed in opposition to the proposed application. ~. Haden was present and stated that 1) fruit orchards attract more flies than a single horse 2) the new insecticides on the m~rket are quite effective in eli~nin~ting flies 3) the nearest home would be about 115' a~y 4) the only shelter provided for the horse would be a tree in the corral and 5) people moving into a community, such as Saratoga, should make a thorough study to familarize' themselves with rural living and what it includes. Planning Commission Minutes of 12 June 1967 Continued II. G. UP-134 - Continued ~vLr. J. F. Wilson, resident of the area, stated that there existed a seven or eight foot fence along two sides of the property and he could find no objections to the granting of this use permit. Another neighbor of Mr. Haden's was present and spoke in favor of'the subject application. ~. Carl E. Geer, Ashley Court, stated I) the flies were present in enormous amounts (in spite of the'.use of sprays) when there were horses in the area before and 2) he was fond of horses and had five of his own at one time, but did not want them so close to his home since it eliminated outdoor life almost completely. .. i~-s. Robert Norton, Carniel Court, advised that 1) flies are numerous where horses are present 2) the keepin~ of horses would not affect the neighbors as much if the adjacent lotswore zoned R-i-40,000 and 3) she is fond of horses, but not the flies that are attracted by them. Mr. David Wiley, resident of the area, stated that'he was opposed to this application due to the large number of flies they experienced when there were horses in the area previously and the affect they have on children with regard to health problems. He further stated that he was fond of horses but did not care to have them so close to his home. ~. Haden explained that this would be a temporary arrangement since the horse would only be boarded on the property until he was well. ~. Haden',s granddaughter stated that the horse belonged to her and that he had been injured in an accident and would temporarily need special care ~ich could be provided on her grandfather's property. F~. Thonms, Carneil Court, was present and stated that he was opposed to this application. ~ After co~,~nnents, ChairF~n Norton (8:47 P.M.) directed this matter continued until the next regular meeting and referred same to the Subdivision Con~ittee for study and a report. H. V-297 - Frances D. [~den, Pierce Road - Request for Variance in Connection with Property Line Setback Requirements Chairman Norton directed that the minutes indicate that the information submitted and considered for UP-134 will also be considered as a part of V-297. The Secretary explained that the first Notice of Hearing mailed was incorrect and a new one was mailed correcting the error. Chairman Norton advised that the .hearing could not be opened and no official action taken since the corrected notice ~s mailed late; therefore he directed that V-297 be continued to the next regular meeting and referred same to the Variance Committee. -5- Planning Commission Minutes of 12 June 1967 - C6ntinued II. I. V-298 - Raymond Paxton, Squirrel Hollow Lane Request for Variance in Connection with Front Yard Setback Requirements The public hearing on V-298 ~s opened at 8:51 P.M. The Secretary stated that the Notices of Hearing had been nmiled. The applicant was present and explained that because of the two-story house they were planning the setback requirements would be increased and this presented difficulties because of a Flood Control easement and a Sycamore tree located on the site. Commissioner Crisp advised that ~ o'Paxton is desirous of finishing his house before the start of the new school year next fall and offered to substitute for any member of the Variance Committee that would be unable to meet Saturday morning. Mrs. Worden was present and advised that she owned the house across the street from the applicant and'is in favor of the proposed Variance. The Secretary read a note received from Mr. Theo Williams stating that he had no objections to this application. After discussion, Chairman Norton (8:56 P.M.) closed the h~aring and directed that V-298 be continued to the next regular meeting and referred same to the Variance Committee 'for study and a report at that time. Commissioner Johnson, on behalf of the'Variance Committee, arranged for an appointment with the applicant for 11:00 A.M., 17 june 1967 for an on-site inspection. J. QUITO ROAD PLAN LINE ~ Public Hearing on Request to Consider the Proposed quito Road Plan Line Chairman Norton opened the hearing at 8:58 P.M. The Secretary 1) advised that the Quito Plan Line submitted for approval is the final plan 2) explained that the proposed boundary existed from Ravenwood Drive to Austin Way and 3) stated that he would be glad to explain this plan in detail at the General Plan Committee meeting scheduled .for Saturday morning, 17 June 1967. There was no one present who wished to comment on this subject. Chairman Norton stated that the plans would be available at City Hall for anyone interested in looking at them. He then directed this m~tter continued to the meeting of 10 July 1967 and referred same to the General Plan Com_mittee for study and a report at that time and the hearing was closed at 9:00 P.M. A. C-71 - Maxm'ar investment Company, Walnut Avenue - Request for Change of Zoning from'~-l-12,500" (Single Family Residential) to "R-M-3,000" (Multi-Residential - Continued from the be~inn~.~. of the A~enda Mr. Paul Frechette, present to represent the applicant, stated that they were in the midst of a re-engineering study and hoped to arrive at something similar to their original (cluster type) concept; therefore, they would like this applica- tion continued. M~. Bastianelli, owner of the Brookside Glen Apartments, requested that he be notified of the next scheduled hearing regarding C-71. -6- Planning Conm~.ission Minutes of 12 June 1967 - Continued Ii. A. C-71 - Continued Chairm~n Norton informed F~. Bastianelli that he would be welcome to sit in when the Subdivision Cormnittee meets with the applicant and to contact the Secretary to find out when this meeting will take place. At 9:05 P.M. Chairman Norton closed the hearing and directed that C-71 be continued to the next regular meeting and referred same to the Sub- 'division Committee for further consideration. RECESS AND RECONVENE III. BUILDING SITES ~uND SUBDIVISIONS A. SD-567 - Pacific Shore Properties (Loma Serena - '~act 4056), Meadow' Oak Road - Subdivision - 18 Lots Continued from 22 >~y 1967 The applicant's engineer, Mr. Bill Heiss, was present and expressed satisfaction with the proposed conditions of approval. Commissioner McFall moved, seconded by Conunissioner Kasner, thatthe Subdivision Comdnittee Report of 12 June 1967 relative to SD-567 be adopted and that the tentative map (Exhibit "A-3", filed 12 June 1967) be approved subject to the conditions set forth in said report; motion carried unanimously. B. SDR-692 - Milt Sampson, Piedmont Road - Building Site Approval - 2 Lots Continued from 22 M~y 1967 The Secretary stated that the applicant's representative, Miles Rankin, Realtor, had reviewed the conditions of approval and expressed agreement of same. Commissioner McFall moved, seconded by Commissioner Crisp, that the Building Site Committee Report of 12 june 1967 relative to SDR-692 be adopted and that the tentative map (Exhibit "A-i", filed 2 .May 1967) be approved subject to the conditions set forth in said report; motion carried unanimously. C. SD-694 - George W. Day, Via Monte Drive and Saratoga Avenue - Subdivision - 64 Lots - Continued from 22 ~y 1967 F~. Jim Kaiser, engineer from MacKay and Somps, was present to represent the applicant and 1) protested Condition 4 of the Subdivision Com~mittee Report of 12 June 1967 2) stated that since his client is denied access to Saratoga Avenue he did not feel it was fair to ask him to put in all the improvements; which would be torn out later when Saratoga Avenue becomes a state highway 3) advised that the applicant di~ not object to puttin~ in the sidewalk and · curb and gutter along Saratoga Avenue 4) pointed Out that due to the lack of access to Saratoga Avenue his client is already required to erect a bridge at a cost of $20,000. and 5) stated that it would be difficult to meet Conditions 8, 16, and 19 since George W. Day & Company would not always be around to nmin- tain this and especially since some of this property is o~med by Flood Control and has a water importation line.located on the property. The Secretary stated that construction of the freeway and related improvements on Saratoga Avenue are not schSduied to begin for'about 7 to 10 years. Commissioner Crisp declared that 'since this is still a long way off the engineering department felt that the improvements stated in Condition 4 should be met. -7- Plannin~ Con~mission Minutes of 12 June 1967 .- Continued Iii. C. SD-694 - Continued Co~nissioner McFall pointed out that the engineering department held to this opinion even after hearing ~. Kaiser's objections. After discussion, ~. Kaiser expressed satisfaction with the proposed conditions of approval with the understanding that the following changes ~ would be made in the Subdivision Committee Report of 12 June 1967: Condition 8 be changed to read "Provide decorative wall or fencing, including tree planting along Saratoga Avenue and the Freeway right-of-way along Saratoga Avenue." Condition 13 be changed to read ".Subject to Design Review Approval." and Condition 16 be changed to read "Landscape or maintain in existing orchard property to be dedicated for freeway purposes along Saratoga Avenue frontage as approved by Design Review Committee and the Planning Director." and, also, that he could request, at a later date, exception to some of the proposed conditions. Chairman Norton, with concurrence of the Planning Commission, directed the Subdivision Committee Report of 12 June 1967 to be amended as stated above. Commissioner McFall moved, seconded by Commissioner Kasner, that the Sub- division Committee Report of 12 june 1967 relative to SD-694 be adopted, as amended, and that the tentative map (Exhibit "A", filed 12 May 1967) be approved subject to the conditions set forth in said report; motion carried unanimously. D. SDR-696 - james F. Jones, Quito Road and Wildcat Creek - Building Site Approval - 1 Lot The applicant was not present but the Secretary advised that Y~. Robertshaw (representative for Mr. Jones) had reviewed the proposed conditions of approval and had expressed satisfaction .with.'same. Commissioner McFall moved, seconded by Commissioner Smith, that the Building Site Committee Report of 12 June 1967 relative tO SDR-696 be adopted and that .the tentative map (Exhibit "A", filed 1 june 1967) be approved subject to the conditions set forth in said report; motion carried unanimously. IV. DESIGN REVIEW A. A-204 - Robert Green, Big Basin Way - Final Design Review - Conversion of Apartment Building to Commercial Building Continued from 22 M~y 1967 Commissioner O'Rorke stated that additional information was needed and recommended that this matter be continued off the agenda until same is received. The Secretary advised that the applicant was present and that the additional information has now been submitted; however, parking would still be a problem until the City Council approved the proposed Parking District plan. He further stated that Mr. Green would like to get started with construction so that the completion of the Parking Distric;t and his building would coincide. -8- Plannin5 CommisSion Minutes of 12 june 1967 Continued IV. A. A-204 - Continued Commissioner Crisp stated that the proposed Parking District Plan is scheduled to be on the next City Council agenda. }~. Green stated that his plans showed a temporary parking plan which could be used in lieu of the parking district if necessary. Commissioner O'Rorke pointed out that the plans showing the temporary parking have not been reviewed by the Design Review Committee. Chairman Norton explained, to the applicant, that 1) the lack of Design Review approval does not necessarily prevent him from proceeding with structural construction but it does prevent renting t~o tenants and 2) once the City Council approves the Parking District Plan a temporary parking plan will not be necessary. After discussion, Chairman Norton directed A-204 continued to the next regular meeting on 26 june 1967. B. A-253 - L.. B. Nelson, Prospect Road - Preliminary Design Review'- Car ~.~sh - Continued from 22 ~y 1967 Commissioner O'Rorke advised that 1) renderings had been submitted and the de- sign has been accepted 2) after reviewing this matter the Design'Review Committee is of the opinion that a traffic problem exists with regard to ingress and egress; which, could be alleviated if the building were moved to the other side of the lot and 3) this would be undesirable from the applicant's standpoint since the view of the building attracts business and if it were...Situated on the other. side of the lot it would be hidden. The Secretary stated that he had talked with Mr. Philpott, City of San Jose Traffic Engineering Department, and learned that a traffic separatgr would be provided if traffic volume justified such an imporvement and that there would be one opening, in the proposed separator, but it is too early to determine the'location of the opening. Commissioner O'Rorke explained that a Car wash.~ke the one proposed is located on the corner of the San Tomas Expressway and suggested that the other members of the Commission take a look. He then recon~ended that A-253 be continued to the next regular meeting for'the purpose of ~eview- ing the ingress and egress problem explained above. Chairman Norton so directed. C. A-254 - B. T. Galeb,. Seagull I.'~y and Highway 85 - Final Design Review - Commercial Building - Continued from 22 ~y 1967 Con~nissioner O'Rorke recommended that this matter be continued since additiona{ information is required. The Secretary stated'that King Dodo Playhouse (Dramatic Theater) will, also, be ready for consideration as an additional use, under an informal hearing, at the next meeting. ~. Galeb was. present and stated that he had no objection to continuing this application. In vie~.y. of the foregoing, Chairman'Norton directed this matter continued to the meeting of 26 June 1967. -9- Plannin5 Commission Minutes of 12 June 1967 - Continued IV. D. 'A-255 'z Joe Butler, Saratoga Lighting Studio, Big Basin Way - Final Design Review - identification Sign The Secretary explained the exhibits submitted along with the 'application and stated that this is a legal non-conforming sign and if the new sign is approved it will be less non-conforming. He further stated that the City Attorney had advised that it was legal to approve this as long as the approval does not increase the non-conformity. Commissioner O'Rorke moved, seconded by Commissioner Kasner, that Final Design Approval be granted in connection with A-255, Joe Butler (Identifica- tion Sign) as sho~m on Exhibit "A" and "B" subject to review by the City Attorney; motion carried unanimously. .. E. A-256 - Dr. John Oliver, Saratoga-Sunnyvale Road - Final Design Review - Identification Sign The Secretary stated that Dr. Oliver and the representative from Rayne Soft Water had met and worked out the sign area as shown on Exhibits "A", "B", and "C", but that the sign Dr. Oliver presently has for the pet clinic is not included. Commissioner O'Rorke stated that after studying the exhibits.it appears that the area requirements, relative to signs, have not been met. The Secretary stated that the area'requiremepts were considered under appli- cation V-292 and it was decided at that time to allow 60 feet for the sign to be located either on the building or off. Dr. Oiiver was present and stated he did not know the exact size of the sign he had now but that it could be reduced to 15 feet if necessary. ComMissioner O'Rorke, at the request of the applicant, recommended that A-256 be continued to allow time to work out a total ar. ea of.60 feet for all the signs. After discussion, Chairman Norton directed A-256 continued to the meeting of 26'June 1967.' F. A-257 - Professional Village of Saratoga, Saratoga Avenue and McFarland Avenue - Preliminary Design Review for Professional BuildinS Commissioner O'Rorke reported that 1) the Design.'Review Committee had met with the applicant 2) he was eager to start construction and 3) the Design Review Committee, before granting approval, wanted to check the limitations that were enforced on the Professional Village previously. The Secretary stated that in checking back he discovered inconsistencies between the conditions of Change of Zoning and the type of development the Professional Village was proposing primarily concerning the type (residential appearance) and number (one building per lot) of buildings. After discussion, Commissioner O'Rorke recommended that this matter be continued to allow ~ime to work out these problems with the applicant. In view of the foregoing, Chairman Norton directed this matter continued to the nex~ regular meeting. V. CITY COUNCIL REPORT Commissioner Smith gave a report on discussion and action at the City Council meeting on 7 June 1967, with emphasis on items of particular interest to the Com~ission~.o~.t'. -10- F. lannin~ Commission Minutes of 12'June ].967 - Continued VI. NEW BUSINESS NONE VII. OLD BUSINESS. A-208 - Samuel L. Tyler, Fourth Street - Request for Extension on Design Review Reouirements & 1. The Secretary briefly reviewed this request and suggested that this matter be continued to the meeting of i0 July 1967 since the Parking District was involved. Chairman Norton so directed. 2. Request of. Frank Druding to abandon'excess city property to him at Cox Avenue and Saratoga Creek The Secretary explained that a conmaent has been received from Flood Control stating that they would like an easement over this property and the applicant will be contacted to see if this is agreeable with hime. 3. Horse Ordinance Commissioner McFall stated that the Subdivision Committee has met in regard to the Horse Ordinance and drawn up a rough.draft and after clarification of certain points by the City Attorney it. will be ready for public hearing. Chairman Norton requested that a copy of the final draft be m~iled to the members of the Conunission for review before the time of public hearing. VIII. CO~{UNICATIONS A. WRITTEN 1. SDR-643 - Thomas B. Fryer, Saratoga Hills Road - Request for Extension to Complete Requirements The Secretary recommended that this extension be approved since it is the first request for same. Conunissioner Crisp moved, seconded by Conunissioner McFall, that an extension of one (1) year be granted in connection with SDR-643; motion carried unanimously. B. OI~L Chairmn Norton acknowledged, with pleasure, the presence of Councilman Robbins, ~s. 'Parker and ~. Wilberding of the Good Government Group, b~s Ottenberg, League 'of Women Voters, ~ Abrams and Y~ Galeb He also, expressed appreciation to the Good Government Group for the coffee.served at recess. IX. ADJOUR~fENT The Chairmn declared the meeting adjourned at 10:40 P.M. Respectfully submitted, ~Walker, Secretary Saratoga Planning Commission j -11-