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HomeMy WebLinkAbout02-23-1994 Planning Commission minutes_ CITY OF SARATOGA PLANATIIU' G COk~ISSION - . P~INUTES DATEo February 23, 1994 - 7030 p.mo PLACEe City Council Chambers, 13777 Fruitvale Ave. TYPE a Regular I~'!ee$inq ---------------------------------------------------------------- Roll Call Presenta Chairperson Moran, Commissioners Asfour, Jacobs, Kaplan, Wolfe, Caldwell and Murakami Pledge of Allegiance Minutes - 2/9/94 Com. Kaplan made the following changes to the minutes of 2/9/94 as followse Page 2, second paragraph from the bottom, second line following "that" inserte "since this item was listed as an extension of time only and since it was not included in the land use,°'; Page 15, second paragraph below "closing public hearing" inserto The ordinance for the parallel walls was passed to prevent the kind of visual mess which the photographs shown at other locations.9°; Page 19, paragraph four, add the additional pointse (a) Some Councilmembers relied on the Glennon variance to support approval of the Ebrahimoun project, and (b) Director Curtis implemented the suggestions made at the retreat and was effective in advocating the Planning Commission°s position; Page 19, paragraph seven, last linee change "advisory" to "adversary". Com. Caldwell requested the following changes to the minutes: Page 19, 7th paragraph needs to be revised as it does not reflect what Mr. Curtis stated. Planning Director Curtis stated he will revise this paragraph and have the correct wording at the end of the meeting. It was a consensus of the Commission to table the minutes to the end of the meeting. ORAL COI~9RMUIVICATIONS - None REPORT OF POSTING AGENDA Pursuant to Government Code 54954.2, the agenda for this meeting was properly posted on February 18, 1994. Technical Corrections to Packet Planner Walgren noted one technical correction under Commissioners Items, regarding the Kinner application. He stated the applicant requested that this be continued to the meeting of March 8, 1994 to resolve some of the neighbors concers. He added staff recommends the continuance. CONSENT CALENDAR 1. V-93-030 - SPZ-93-009- Tam; 21463 Continental Circle, request for Variance approval to construct two parallel retaining walls totalling 15 ft. in height Planning Commi~n Minutes 2/23/94 • Page 2 where 10 ft. is the maximum permitted per Chapter 15 of the City Code. Site modify- cation approval is also required to allow grading and the construction of a third garage on a visible hillside parcel. The site is approximately 2.4 acres and is located within the HR zone district. (Cont. from 2/9/94 to adopt Resolution of approval. The Public Hearing for this item has been closed). ------------------------------------------------------------ Com. Caldwell stated she did vote against this application, but has two suggestions to add: 1)(a) There should be mention of the fire hydrant; 2) (c) Some mention to the fact, that not only will this not be detrimental to the public, but will actually improve safety. ASFOUR/JACOBS MOVED TO APPROVE V-93.030 AND SM-92-009 WITH THE ADDITIONAL MODIFICATIONS SUGGESTED MY COM. CALDWELLe PASSED 6-0-1 (Com. Murakami abstain). PUBLIC HEARING CONSENT CALENDAR NONE PUBLIC HEARINGS (THE PLANNING COMMISSION POLICY RELATIVE TO PUBLIC HEARINGS IS THAT THE APPLICANT'S PRESENTATION SHALL BE LIMITED TO 10 MINUTES, AND OTHER SPEAKERS WILL BE LIMITED TO 3 MINUTES). 2. DR-93-020 UP-93-004 SD-93-005 Goese; 2061 Fifth St., request for Design Review approval to construct five residential townhomes, ranging from 2,241 to 2,610 sq. ft. in size (including below grade garages), on an 8,468 sq. ft. parcel located within the Saratoga Village. Use Permit approval is also necessary to permit the construction of residential dwellings having street frontage within the Village and Subdivision approval is necessary to allow the parcelization of the future units. An environmental Negative Declaration has been prepared. (Cont. from 2/9/94 to have staff notice the various Village business, merchant and/or restaurant associations of the proposal). ---------------------------------------------------- Planner Walgren presented the staff report dated February 23, 1994 noting that this was continued from the February 9, to give staff time to notify the village merchants. He added notice was sent to the Chamber of Commerce as well as the Village Merchants Association. Mr. Ken Olcott, Applicant, stated he made modifications to the plans as addressed in his letter dated February 16, 1994. He also noted some village merchants looked at the plan and supported it, he would like to proceed with the plans as drawn. Plannir_g Commission ~Ainutes Page 3 2J23%'~4 • ~ _ with Com. Jacobs addressed Mr. Olcott's letter and questioned the parking spaces, Mr. ~Jlcott stated parking was incorrectly drawn and has been corrected to relocat them out of the public rigr~t-of-caay. Iie also noted he is open to suggestions regarding the fence proposed. In response to Com. Kaplan's question regarding full-size parking, Mr. Olcott stated the stairs were modified to allow the parking areas to be wider. He noted he has not given any consideration to reducing the units. Planner Walgren reviewed the parking required and noted the applicant does meet the requirement. Mr. Gene Zambetti, 14575 Oak Street, noted he protests the plan in several areas. He noted some of the merchants did not receive notice because they are not property owners. He addressed the garbage bins and noted merchants would like to have input as to the relocation of the bins. He~ added- there- is no, specific p]_an i_n tYie ,proposal regards to the garbage bins. Mr. Zambetti addressed the density of this project and noted if RM-3,000 was applied, a maximum of three units would be allowed on this property. He addressed the Village Plan and noted this plan indicates that the village should encourage pedestrian orientation that allows for commercial with residential above. He noted whatever is approved on this site, improvements should be completed. He believes this application is not in keeping with the Village Plan, is not pedestrian oriented and does not fulfill some of the needs the merchants would like to see in the village. He stated the Commission should continue this item to notify merchants who have garbage in this area. Mr. Zambetti expressed concern about noise and odor from nearby stores and restaurants if this project is approved. He stated when the Village Plan was written they did not want such residential housing in this area. In response to Chr. Moran's question, Mr. Zambetti stated approximately three restaurants and several commercial buildings will have to relocate their garbage enclosures. He noted the garbage pick-up is between 7 a.m. and 8 a.m. and pick up .is four times a week. He noted if pickup is later than 8 a.m. they have difficulty getting to the garbage containers. Cem. Wolfe asked if the Village Plan, for pedestrian orientation, included commercial and rental apartments? Mr. Zambetti stated this was the plan for the Village. He addressed the plans for Oak Street and noted plans were for this to become a secondary avenue for commercial, which did not happen. In response to Com. Kaplan's question, Mr. Zambetti stated he is a member cf both the Village Merchants Association and the Chamber of Commerce .ar.d did not receive a copy of the letter sent to both agencies by staff. • Planning Commission 1~[inutes Page 3 2/23/94 Com. Jacobs addressed Mr. Olcott's letter and questioned the parking spaces, Mr, Olcott stated parking was incorrectly drawn and has been corrected to relocat them out of the public right-of-way. He also noted he is open to suggestions regarding the fence proposed. In response to Com. Kaplan's question regarding full-size parking, Mr. Olcott stated the stairs were modified to allow the parking areas to be wider. He noted he has not given any consideration to reducing the units. Planner Walgren reviewed the parking required and noted the applicant does meet the requirement. Mr. Gene Zambetti, 14575 Oak Street, noted he protests the plan in several areas. He noted some of the merchants did not receive notice because they are not property owners. He addressed the garbage bins and noted merchants would like to have input as to the relocation of the bins. He added there is no specific plan with regards to the garbage bins. Mr. Zambetti addressed the density of this project and noted if RM-3,000 was applied, a maximum of three units would be allowed on this property. He addressed the Village Plan and noted this plan indicates that the village should encourage pedestrian orientation that allows for commercial with residential above. He noted whatever is approved on this site, improvements should be completed. He believes this application is not in keeping with the Village Plan, is not pedestrian oriented and does not fulfill some of the needs the merchants would like to see in the village. He stated the Commission should continue this item to notify merchants who have garbage in this area. Mr. Zambetti expressed concern about noise and odor from nearby stores and restaurants if this project is approved. He stated when the Village Plan was written they did not want such residential housing in this area. In response to Chr. Moran's question, Mr. Zambetti stated approximately three restaurants and several commercial buildings will have to relocate their garbage enclosures. He noted the garbage pick-up is between 7 a.m. and 8 a.m. and pick up is four times a week. He noted if pickup is later than 8 a.m. they have difficulty getting to the garbage containers. Com. Wolfe asked if the Village Plan, for pedestrian orientation, included commercial and rental apartments? Mr. Zambetti stated this was the plan for the Village. He addressed the plans for Oak Street and noted plans were for this to become a secondary avenue for commercial, which did not happen. In response to Com. Kaplan's question, Mr. Zambetti stated he is a member of both the Village Merchants Association and the Chamber of Commerce and did not receive a copy of the letter sent to both agencies by staff. • Planning Commission Minutes Page 4 2/23/94 Com. Caldwell asked what the advantagE~ would be to have commercial with rental apartments above as opposed to owner occupied condominiums. Mr. Zambetti stated commercial with ~°ental apartments was part of the village concept because all of the' land was zoned for multiple use. He noted in 1980's the City past a moratorium against conversions of apartments. Com. Caldwell stated when reviewing this project in light of the policies and guidelines for the Village area, one of the goals is to encourage commercial uses which generates sales tax revenue and to encourage bed and breakfast establishments. She asked Mr. Zambetti if he thought this location was appropriate for a bed and breakfast establishment? Mr. Zambetti stated bed and breakfast establishments were put into the general plan because of the large homes on Oak Street, 4~hich could accommodate guests. He stated this property could have potential for hotel use or bed and breakfast. He stated small individual shops are needed for this area, or an office building which could be leased out. He stated this is a unique piece of property which needs improvements. He reiterated that his main concern is the garbage. Com. Jacobs stated he does not believe that this area is suitable for walk in stores, but noted whatever improvements are made to the property, the garbage bins will have to be removed. Planner Walgren noted that the applicant has addressed the garbage relocation in the report. He noted if the applicant does want to pursue relocating the garbage it wou]_d have to be jointly agreed upon by all the businesses within parking district 2. Planner Walgren walked the Commissioners through the plan outlining the existing garbage location and the applicantos proposal. Com. Caldwell addressed the staff report noting that garbage enclosures are not permitted within 25 ft. of an adjacent residential property line. She asked if a variance would have to be granted? Planner Walgren stated staff does not. support taking it from its current non-conforming location, which is adjacent to the proposed townhomes, and putting it against other residential property. He noted the applicant has the choice of leaving it in its current location or finding a code conforming location within the district. Mr. Walgren stated the plans could be conditionally approved upon finding an appropriate location for the garbage enclosures. Mr. Zambetti stated he has been involvE~d with the Village Plan for several years and this property ~~hould be commercial with apartments above. He stated the density should be 1 unit per 3,000 sq. ft. He believes the village woulcl rather see some commercial on this property. Mr. Todd Weber, resident, expressed concern about the change of use of this property from its existing use. He stated a multi-story building will not fit naturally into the landscape. He noted small scale is what makes Saratoga unique and this property should not be Planning Commission i~linutes Page 5 2/23/94 • • overbuilt. He suggested that the number of units be decreased, should be one story, and landscape the parking lots. He added the garbage problem needs to be addressed. He also suggested making lower cost housing available and keep some green space, rather than occupying the entire footprint of the property. Mr. Ben Christian, 14649 Oak St., #3, expressed concern about the density of the project. He noted this would be the only residential area without a buffer between it and the village. He addressed development on 3rd street and believes this property would be similar. He stated there are many condominiums currently forsale. Mr. Larry Tyler, property owner, 5th and Big Basin Way, stated he concurs with Mr. Zambetti's comments and noted he was not notified of this meeting. He noted the first General Plan called for apartments above commercial as this would ensure low cost housing. Regarding the dead trees in parking district 2, Mr. Tyler stated when parking district 2 was formed the property owners pre-paid the City the amount of money necessary to remove the trees and put in parking. Mr. Tyler also noted that two years ago, money was taken out of the pre-paid taxes to cover the cost of the garbage enclosures. Com. Wolfe stated he would like to see the documentation regarding the garbage enclosures as addressed by Mr. Tyler. Mr. Olcott stated, regarding the density, they are within code and noted if the project is done well it can look good. He noted were the garbage is currently located, takes up 3 parking spaces and no matter were it is located it would take up 3 spaces. He stated he will talk to the merchants to try and reach an agreement on the location of the garbage. Mr. Olcott briefly reviewed the landscape plan, as requested by Chr. Moran. Chr. Moran expressed concern about people parking in front of the condominiums as opposed to parking in the spaces provided. In response to Com. Caldwell's question regarding paving material, Mr. Olcott stated they will use the City standard concrete for the public right-of-way, but a heavy finish concrete for the townhomes. In response to Com. Caldwell's question, Mr. Walgren stated that Mr. Barry Coate was asked to attend the February 9th meeting but could not attend. Com. Caldwell questioned the agencies support as addressed in the staff report. Planner Walgren stated the different agencies approved the proposal as it relates to their individual requirements. In response to Chr. Moran's question, Planner Walgren stated the building was moved 5 ft. from the property line, this was a building code requirement. Chr. Moran requested that staff check to see if Mr. Tyler is on the list to notice. Planning Commission Minutes Page 6 2/23/94 • • ASFOUR/WOLFE AgO~IED TO CLOSE THE PUHLIC HEARING AT 8e50 P.M. Com. Asfour stated that many people are in support of open space, but the problem is who will pay for this? He requested staff look into the issue of the dead trees as it was indicated that removal of the trees has been paid for. He noted if the plan was approved he would like to see a fence between this property and the public parking area. He expressed concern about the density. Com. Jacobs stated the key question is, is this the appropriate use for the property and is it consistent with the goals of the Village Plan? He stated many problems, such as the garbage, needs to be resolved, before any approval. He noted there is a legitimate concern about noise and odor with the proximity to residential homes. He noted the project is too dense. Com. Jacobs stated, although the village merchants can give their opinion it is not their decision, but a decision to be made by the Planning Commission as to what is best for the village area. He stated the units are too large and should be scaled down. He believes the appropriate use for the property is for commercial on the ground level with apartments on top. Com. Kaplan stated she has read the village plan and residential use is clearly indicated in the plan, and she can support the residential use in this area. She stated there is no indication in the village plan that the units should be rental as opposed to owner occupied. Com. Kaplan did express concern about the density proposed. Com. Caldwell stated she would like the applicant to try to employ some of the village design guidelines to promote an atmosphere that is pedestrian oriented and small scale, which gives the site characteristics as described in the design guidelines. She stated this could be achieved through a good design. She noted there is a clear guidance in the General Plan to encourage commercial, mixed-use and bed and breakfast. She added the density should not be greater than other condo projects in the village area. Com. Caldwell stated the scale of this project is too large and believes it will impair the view from the apartments. She added the Commission should respect the vision set out in the General Plan which is for lower height and scale approach. Com. Caldwell addressed the arborist report which speaks very clearly to the desire to retain some of the healthy trees on this property and noted these serve to some important screening from the property above. She believes the property can be built to work around the existing features. She added that garbage will be an issue with any development on this property. She believes density is too large and affordable units may be appropriate for the village area. Com. Wolfe stated the higher the density the more affordable. He supports the design proposed and believes it fits in with the village area which is alluded to in the village plan. He also stated he would be in support of continuing this item to resubmit new plans, if this was the desire of the commission. Com. Murakami stated he has no objection to residential use and believes it will be a benefit to Saratoga. He noted parking and garbage are concerns which need to be addressed. He stated he . Planning Commission I~linutes Page 7 2/23/94 • • would like to see the project less dense and believes there is no problem with the view from the apartments above this project. Com. Jacobs stated the applicant should be given clear guidance as to what the Planning Commission may approve. He suggested, because of the nature of the project, the City Council should be involved and maybe they should hold a joint workshop. Chr. Moran stated once a decision on land use has been made other issues will then be addressed. She noted there is a Village Plan which calls for small scale, pedestrian oriented and a thriving commercial area and the Planning Commission's mission is to encourage this. She spoke in support of commercial or mixed use. She noted her suggestion to the City Council would be not to go forward with the plans as submitted. Planning Director Curtis stated staff is concerned about this particular site not being appropriate for commercial use. He stated he talked to a representative from the Chamber of Commerce who also believes this property is a marginal commercial area. Mr. Curtis believes people will not be pulled to this area to shop as it is not directly in the village area, unless it had a special attraction to attract people . He stated office use may be more appropriate. Chr. Moran stated another solution may be office with residential units above. Com. Caldwell stated if the commercial spaces were orientated towards the parking lot, would this help the situation? Mr. Curtis believes that once people reach 5th street, the non- retail attraction appears and people turn back. He noted exposure is very important. Com. Caldwell stated there is a section dedicated to encouraging pedestrian oriented pathways. Com. Asfour concurred with Mr. Curtis regarding the location and exposure if the Planing Commission insist that this be a commercial location. He stated he would like to see residential that fits in with the open space design. Com. Murakami stated this is an isolate location and not good for retail. Com. Kaplan believes people will not walk to this location unless they have a purpose for going. Com. Jacobs stated there are many retail businesses that don't rely on walk in clientele. with regards to the proposed plan, the size of the individual units are too large and too expensive for the concept that should be promoted for the village area. Chr. Moran expressed concern about parking and would support four units. She believes there are commercial uses appropriate for this location. Planning Commission Minutes Page 8 2/23/94 Com. Caldwell stated this could be a viable location for commercial or professional use, or even bed and breakfast if designed appropriately. The Commissioners took a straw vote and there was 4 in favor of the residential and 3 against. The Commission discussed design issues at this time. Com. Asfour stated he has no concerns about the height as proposed, but expressed concern about the density and stated the five units should be rearranged to break the solid block look. He expressed concern about parking and would like to see a partition between this proposal and the public parking. He noted the garbage issue needs to be addressed, but believes it is unfair to put the burden on the applicant, although the applicant should take the lead in finding a new location. He added he would like a staff report on the status of the garbage enclosure. Com. Jacobs stated he would stand by his previous comments as did Com. Kaplan, Com. Wolfe and Com. Murakami. Com. Caldwell stated there needs to be a smaller scale approach to the project. She concurred with Chr. Moran regarding parking and noted residents need to park in the parking lot. Com. Caldwell stated decisions made and direction given by the Planning Commission are used as precedence or direction for future applicants. She noted this property is right for change, but they need to be sensitive to this area. She noted garbage is a problem and would like to see trees 18 and 15 retained. Chr. Moran spoke in favor of a continuance for a redesign of the project and should encourage the applicant to look carefully at the design guidelines for the village area. She added her main concern is parking and it must not only be adequate, but must be attractive that residents want to park in the lot. Mr. Olcott stated he would like to take opportunity to redesign the project. ASFOUR/JACOBS rZOVED TO REOPEN THE PUBLIC HEARIII~G. PASSED 7-0 ASFOUR/JACOBS P70VED TO CONTINUE APPLICATION DR-93-020, UP-93-004 AND SD-93-005. PASSED 7-0. 3. DR-93-044 V-93-029 Sobey Oaks Assn.o 14950 Gypsy Hill Rd., request for Design Review approval to construct a new 5,298 sq. ft. two-story residence on a vacant parcel per Chapter 15 of the City Code. The proposal includes a swimming pool and tennis court. Variance approval is also necessary to allow the structure to be constructed within the required front yard setback. The subject property is approximately 78,416 sq. ft., and is lot ~/9 of the Sobey Oaks Subdivision and is located within an R-1-40,000 zone district. -------------------------------------------------------------- Planning Commission Minutes Page 9 2/23/94 • • Planner Walgren presented the staff report dated February 23, 1994 and noted he did receive a letter from Mr. Tao, 14904 Gypsy Hill Road, who requested that the Planning Commission consider that the house be put further towards the road. Planner Walgren also passed out the color board and reviewed the current required setback and the slope of the property. Com. Caldwell left at 10 p.m. due to illness. Planner Walgren stated that staff did discuss with the neighbor his concerns, but staff would recommend the variance, as moving the house forward would be a further intensification of the variance request. Regarding the retaining wall, he stated the applicant did reduce the retaining wall as requested by the neighbor. Chr. Moran opened the public hearing at 10 p.m. Mr. Jerry Lohr, Applicant, stated the length of the retaining wall is 20 ft. and the maximum height would be 1 ft. 9 inches. He believes the home fits on the site appropriately and they have worked both with the City and the neighbor. Mr. Lohr reviewed the elevation of the adjacent lots and noted the proposed home is lower than lot 33 in San Marcos Heights and Mr. Tao's house. He added the house nestles into the site and they would like to minimize the grading. He urged approval of the proposed design. Mr. Michael Tao, 14940 Gypsy Hill Road, reviewed his letter dated February 21, 1994, addressed to the Planning Commission. He stated if the house is built as proposed they will feel like they are boxed in. He stated he would like the Planning Commission to consider recommending to the builder to further lower the driveway height as this would make the driveway less visible from his house if the retaining wall is not needed. He stated his major concern is the vehicles parking on the driveway as these will be visible from his home. He also expressed some concern about the proposed home obstructing their view from the south side. Com. Asfour stated if the house was moved closer to the street it would block any view Mr. Tao has from the window on the left side and it would also intensify the variance request. Com. Murakami stated a three car garage is proposed and therefore less likelihood of cars being parked in the driveway. Mr. Tao reiterated his concern about the height of the driveway and the visibility of cars parked on the driveway. Mr. Lohr pointed out that this house has been positioned to the right side of the lot and is approximately 40 ft. from Mr. Tao's property line. He noted landscaping can also screen the driveway. He added that the house on lot 9 is approximately 35 ft. away. KAPLAN/JACOBS MOVED TO CLOSE THE PUBLIC HEARING AT 10:25 PeM. PASSED 6-0-1 (Caldwell absent). Com. Kaplan stated she did visit the site and believes the house as proposed is adequate. She stated if the house was moved the - Planning Commission Minutes Page 10 2/23/94 • • applicant would have to cut more into the land and would support the house as proposed. Com. Wolfe stated the closest proximity from this house to Mr. Tao's house is at least a third of a football field away and with landscaping this should be appropriate. Mr. Murakami stated he did visit the site and noted Mr. Lohr did a good job meeting both the City's and neighbor's concerns. He believes moving the house forward would not serve any purpose as far as the view shed for the neighbor. He added he sees no other possible location for the house. Chr . Moran stated she is sympathetic to Mr . Tao's concerns , but does not see any other solution and believes the house as proposed is a compromise. She stated she would like to see the house color darker. There was no support from other Commissioners to change to the color proposed. KAPLAId/WOLFE MOVED TO APPROVE DR-93-044 ARID V-93-029 SUH.7ECT TO THE FIRIDIMGS ARID SUBCORTCLUSIORTS OF THE HEARIRTG. PASSED 6-0-1 (Caldwell absent). 4. DR-92-028 - Saffarian; 21519 Saratoga Heights Dr., request for Design Review approval to construct a new 4,514 sq. ft. two-story residence per Chapter 15 of the City Code. The parcel is approximately 51,850 sq. ft. and is located within the Hillside Residential (HR) zone district. -------------------------------------------------------------- Planner Walgren presented the staff report dated February 23, 1994, and answered questions of the Commission. Chr. Moran opened the public hearing at 10°35 p.m. Mr. Saffarian, 21519 Saratoga Heights Dr., stated the plan has been reviewed by the Homeowners Association and the neighborhood, and both support the plan. He stated the plan was originally submitted in 1991 and they have been working since to come up with the plan proposed. He stated the roof is darker than it looks on the color board and he showed an actual roof the and the color it will be. Mr. Kurt Anderson, Architect, stated he and the applicant spent a lot of time with staff and noted there are many constraints on this lot. He noted the specific design requirements are due to health problems and encouraged the Planning Commission to approve as proposed. In response to Com. Murakami's question, Mr. Anderson stated there are many different elements to the design of this home. JACOBS/ASFOUR PROVED TO CLOSE THE PUHLIC HEARIRTG. PASSED 6-0-1 (Caldr~el l absent) . Planning Commission Minutes Page 11 •• 2/23/94 . • JACOBS/MURAIiAMI MOVED TO APPROVE DR-92-028 SUBJECT TO THE FINDINGS AND SUBCONCLUSIONS OF THE HEARING ~aIITH THE FOLLOb~ING AP~END~2ENT o ROOF COLOR SHOULD BE THE DARKER COLOR AS SHOftJN BY THE APPLICANT. PASSED 6-0-1 (Caldwell absent). 5. DR-93-041 - Chuang; 20241 Harriman Ave., request for Design Review approval to construct a new 3,425 sq. ft. sq. ft. one-story residence per Chapter 15 of the City Code. The property is approximately 11,620 sq. ft. and is located within an R-1-12,500 zone district. Planner Walgren presented the staff report dated February 23, 1994. Chr. Moran opened the public hearing at 10°45 p.m. Mr. Charles Chuang, 20259 Harriman Ave., Applicant, stated the correct address should be 20259. He noted the owner of the home will build a swimming pool at the same time the house is built. ASFOUR/JACOBS MOVED TO CLOSE THE PUBLIC HEARING. PASSED 6-0-1 (Caldwell absent). Com. Asfour spoke in favor of the design and believes it fits with the lot. Com. Murakami stated this Planning Commission was involved in the subdivision of this lot and is in support of the design. ASFOUR/MURAKAMI MOVED TO APPROVE DR-93-041 SUBJECT TO THE FINDINGS AND SUBCONCLUSIONS OF THE HEARINGe PASSED 6-0-1 (Caldwell absent). DIRECTOR'S ITEMS Planning Director Curtis addressed the minutes of February 9, 1994. He stated the paragraph as addressed by Com. Caldwell should read ooCommunity Development Director Curtis explained that it is the City's policy to achieve voluntary compliance before formal notices are sent to property owners. He stated that in the Whetstone sign issue, a letter had been sent because of pervious violations cited on the property. ASFOUR/JACOBS MOVED TO APPROVE THE MINUTES OF 2/9/94 AS AMENDED. PASSED 5-0-2 (Cald~rell absent, Murakami abstain). Planning Director Curtis reviewed the schedule for the joint work session with the City Council. The work session is scheduled for June 14, 1994. CO~IISSION ITEPgS 1. DR-92-034; 14706 Sixth St. - Kinnier Review of Proposed Exterior Modifications Continued to March 8, 1994. 2. DR-93-038; 14281 Paul Ave. - Vukosa Review of Proposed Roofline Modifications .. Planning Commission l~tinutes Page 12 2/23/94 • Planner Walgren stated this was an application for a design review for a two story homeo He noted the applicant is requesting that the interior ceiling, upstairs, be raised, which would alter the roof line, but the overall height remains at 23 fte Staff recommends approvals There was a consensus of the Commission to support the applicant's requests Coma Kaplan addressed an article from the New York Times and noted a copy was made for each Commissionero COI+~RgiJNICATIORTS ~7ritten 1e City Council Minutes - 2/2/94 & 2/8/94 2e Planning Commission Notices for 3/8/94 Oral City Council ADJOUR11iTKEAIT The meeting adjourned at 10e55 pemo to 7e30 pome on March 1, 1994, Senior Day Care Center, 19655 Allendale Aveo, Saratoga, CAe Respectfully submitted, Cathy Robillard y CITY OF SARATOGA PLANNING COMMISSION Meeting Report BATE: Tuesday, March 1, 1994 PLACE: Senior Center - Adult Day Care Center, 7:30 p.m. 19655 Allendale Avenue TYPE: Adjourned Regular Meeting This meeting is a study session between applicants, interested citizens and staff, to discuss advance planning projects, continued applications and general planning issues. The Planning Commission has a policy that no decisions will be made at these sessions. A written report will be made of the proceedings. ROLL CALL Present: Asfour, Caldwell, Jacobs, Kaplan, Moran, Murakami, Wolfe Absent: None Staff: Associate Planner White 1. NHR SPECIFIC PLAN REVISION Review and discussion of Council directed revisions and a draft expanded boundary map. After general discussion the Planning Commission accepted staffs recommendation to prepare an addendum to the NHR Specific Plan EIR and confirmed the scope of the proposed revisions. Staff was also directed to prepare an expanded public notice and submit it to the Commission before mailing. 2. HOUSING ELEMENT UPDATE Staff reported on past and future meetings with State HCD and indicated that a consensus had been reached that the current Housing Law was ~~broken~~. News of significant legislation would be forwarded to the Commission. This item would be also be revisited in June. 3. ORCHIDS & ONIONS TOUR The tour was tentatively scheduled for Saturday, April 9, between the hours of 8 a.m. and noon. The meeting was adjourned to 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, March 8, 1994 in the Civic Theater, 13777 Fruitvale Ave., Saratoga, CA. ssmn3-1