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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes 06/28/1971 June 28, 1971 MINUTES of the regular meeting of the South San Francisco Planning ColIlIllission TIME: 8:00 P.M. DATE: June 28, 1971 PLACE: Council Chambers, City Hall South San Francisco, Ca. MEMBERS PRESENT: Vice Chairman Raffaelli, Commissioners Boblitt, Botieff, Gardner, Zlatunich, and Chairman Campredon MEMBERS ABSENT: Commissioner Lazzari ALSO PRESENT: City Planner and Secretary to the South San Francisco Planning Commission, Daniel M. Pass Assistant Planner William A. Timmons Assistant City Engineer Raymond Maxwell Building Inspector Rex Greene MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING Minutes of the Planning Commission meeting of June 14, 1971 vice Chairman Raffaelli moved that the minutes of the regular meeting of the South San Francisco Planning Comndssion of June 14, 1971 be approved; seconded by Commissioner Zlatunich; passed by the following roll call vote: AYES: Vice Chairman Raffaelli, Commissioners Bobli tt, Botieff, Gardner, ZlatunichJ. and Chairman Campredon NOES: None ABSENT: Commissioner Lazzari ANNOUNCEMENT CONCERNING TAPE RECORDING OF MEETING Chairman Campredon announced that this meeting of the South San Francisco Planning Commission would be recorded on tape, but that anyone who wished to come before the Commission in order to be heard, but objected to having his voice recorded in this manner, could request the Chairman to order the tape recorder turned "off" for the duration of the time that he is speak- ing or is heard. - 2910 - UP-193 June 28, 1971 UP-193, use-permit request of Ai Twing to construct a golf-school office building on an existing "Par-3" golf course at No. 1035 Mission Road, in th.e "u" District. Secretary Pass read the following reports and letter i.nto the record. Report and Recommendation of City Planner Daniel M. Pass "The Planning Department respectfully recommends that the Planning Commission adopt the "findings" indicated in the attached, preliminary Official Action Report, and approve the requested use permit upon the condi tion that the appli- cant comply with the submitted requirements of the City's Department Heads and the subsequent requirements of the Planning Commission's Architectural Commi ttee . " FINDINGS: "1. The establishment, maintenance, operation or the use of the building or lands for which the permit i.s sought will not, under the circumstances of the particular case, be detrimental to the health, safety, morals, comfort and general welfare of persons residing or working in the area of such proposed use, and will not be detrimental or injurious to property and improvements in the neighborhood or the general welfare of the city. 2. The approval of the requested use permit meets the requirements of Section 6.23 of the Zoning Ordinance. 3. The proposed offi ce building would not adversely affect the land-use order, the aesthetic quality, or the general amenity of the El Camino Golf Cl ub . 4. The proposed building, and the school administration housed therein would enable the applicant to improve his quasi-public recreation program. CONDITION: "The applicant shall comply with the submitted requirements of the Ci.ty's department heads, and the subsequent requirements of the Planning Commission's Architectural Committee." Report, dated June 7, 1971, of Chief of Police Salvatore Rosano "RefefEence subject, this Department concurs in the recommenda- tion of the Planning Department that said Use permi t be approved." Report, dated June 8, 1971, of Landscape Specialist John E. Hoffman "I have reviewed th.e site plan for El Camino Driving Range sub- mitted with subject application for office building." - 2911 - UP-193 June 28, 1971 "Plese be advised that the landscaping in the parking lot has not been installed as shown on the submitted plan. Also, no landscaping is shown adjacent to the proposed office building. My recommendation: Approval only upon condi tion that parking lot landscaping as shown on the plan be assured, additional landscaping be shown around office building, and landscape plan to meet the South San Francisco Minimum Landscaping Standards and to be reviewed and approved by the Archi tectural Committee." Letter, dated June 9, 1971, from Mr. Ai Twing, El Camino Golf Range "El Camino Golf Range, placed a 12 ft. by 18 ft. temporary building at the west end of exiting tee line. This building was to be used for storage of equipment and ball washing area but due to the fact a permit was not obtained this building will be removed. It is requested that time of 30 days be granted to remove this building, so plans for a new buil ding can be drawn up and submitted to the city of South San Francisco for a use permi t. Any consideration gi ven this matter will be greatly appreciated." /s/ Ai Twing El Camino Golf Range It Report, dated June 18, 1971, of Chief Building Inspector Pittz "I recommend approval of the Use Permit but wish to point out that the plan as submi tted does not meet the construc- tion requirements of the Uniform Building Code. Construction plans shall be submitted to the Building Department for approval before building permi t will be issued." Names and Addresses of Proponents: Proponents: Mr. Ai Twing, 1038 Mission Road, South San Francisco, the Applicant who spoke of the considerable diffi- cui ty he had experienced in gaining access to his driving range, and further that his current sub- mittal was based on the original plans that were submi tted for the golf driving range. Mr. Twing stated that his parking area was contracted out for an early completion and that the landscaping would be completed according to the plan. Mr. Twing said that he would like a temporary permit for the office bui,lding. Mr. Mike Malloy, Representative of the International Golf Schools, 445 W. Alma Street, San Jose Opponents: None - 2912 - UP-193 June 28, 1971 Landscape Specialist John Hoffman noted that the planter along the access road had not been installed. He further stated that no landscaping was shown around the new building. Considerable discussion encused amongst the Commission and the Secretary regarding the plan. Chairman Campredon then asked the commission for a motion. Commissioner Raffaelli moved that the Planning Commission hold over UP-193 to the commission's regular meeting of July 12, 1971, and further that the applicant redraw and resLwmit his plans for considera- tion at that time. The moti.on was seconded by Commissioner Bobli tt and passed by the following roll call vote: AYES: Vice Chairman Raffaelli, Commissi.oners Bobli tt, Botieff, Gardner, Zlatunich, and Chairman Campredon NOES: None ABSENT: Commissioner Lazzari - 2913 - UP-194 June 28, 1971 UP-194, use-permit request of Bernard Hagen to establish a senior- citizen retirement center on the easterly side of Alida Way, about 140' northerly of Country Club Drive, in the "u" District. Secretary Pass read the following reports into the record. Report and Recommendation of City Planner Daniel M. Pass "It is respectfully recommende d that the Planning Commission adopt the "findings" and action indicated in the attached, preliminary Official Action Report." FINDINGS: "1. The estal)lishment, ma~in.tenance, operation or the use of the building or lands for which the permit is sought will not, under the circumstances of the .particular case, be detrimental to the health, safety, morals, comfort and general welfare of persons residing or working in the area of such proposed use, and will not be detrimental or injurious to property and improvements in the neighborhood or the general welfare of the ci ty . 2. The approval of the requested use permit meets the require- ments of Section 6.23 of the Zoning Ordinance. 3. The proposed center would be situated in an area which is dominated by institutional land uses, including the Rotary Plaza Retirement Center. 4. The proposed use would be served by ample off-street parking. 5. The proposed use would be characteri zed by sound si te planning, and effective landscaping, and would manifest a strong emphasis on aesthetic design. 6. The es tablishfBJJlnt of the proposed center would not remove the subject realty from the tax rolls. CONDITIONS: "1. The applicant shall comply wi th the submi tted requirements of the City's department heads, and the subsequent requirements of the Planning Commission's Architectural Committee. 2. The tenur of this use permit shall be coterminus with the tenure of the senior-citizen retirement center on the subject premises. The leasing of any housekeeping uni ts in the proposed center as conventional apartments shall terminate this use permit, since such leasing would violate the off-street parking requi rements of Ord. No. 353, as amended." - 2914 - UP-194 June 28, 1971 Report, dated June 10, 1971, of Fire Chief John A . Marchi "An annunciator for the auxiliary fire alarm system in this building will have to be installed and connected to a fire alarm box on the street before any approval can be had from the fire department. The installation will have to be done by developers and the spotting of annunciator will have to be done by the Fire Chief." Report, dated June 18, 1971, of Landscape Specialist John E. Hoffman /VI have reviewed the site plan which appears adequate for this submi ttal . My recommendation: Working drawings for the landscaping to meet the Minimum Landscaping Stards of the City; to be submitted to the Archi tectural Commi ttee for review and approval at the time of application for building permit. Existing trees on the site to be saved if possible." Names and Addresses of Proponents and Opponents: Proponents: Mr. Paul Markling, AIA, Architect, 132 Brentwood Drive, South San Francisco, Ca., Agent of the Appli cant, who gave a presentation of the site, the structure, the units, the recreational areas and the grounds. Mr. Morton Griffith, San Mateo County Housing Authority, explained in brief, the eligibility requirements for renting one of the uni ts. He stated that females must be 62 years of age and males 65 years of age. Mr. Griffith said that the tenants must be able to take care of them- selves and have an income under $200.00 a month, and are charged 25% of their income and Federal funds are used to supplement the rental fee to the owner. The average rental cost to the tenant, Mr. Gpifffll1h noted, would be around $52.00 a month. Mr. Robert Santo, 222 Del Monte Avenue, South San Francisco, an Elder of the Brentwood Orthodox Presbyetarian Church, stated that he was in favor of the project and felt that the Senior Citizens Center would improve the area. Opponents: None Commissioner Botieff expressed concern regarding the density of the proposed center. Secretary Pass advi sed the Commission that senior-ci ti zen cen ters have a density of 1.5 per unit and traditional apartments have a density of 2.5 per unit; therefore the net density would be comparable. The Secretary further noted that the center was an institution for the elderly which would allow them to be housed in good American standards. - 2915 - UP-194 June 28, 1971 The Commission discussed at length the site, the density, the rental supplement and the requi rement for the center. Chairman Campredon then asked the Commission for a motion. vice Chairman Raffaelli moved that the Planning Commission adopt the findings and condi tions, as set forth in the preliminary Official Action Report, and approve UP-194 upon the following conditions: CONDITIONS: 1. The applicant shall comply wi th the submitted requirements of the City's department heads, and the subsequent requirements of the Planning Commission's Archi tectural Commi ttee. 2. The tenure of this use permi t shall be coterminus wi th the tenure of the senior-ci ti zen retirement center on the subject premises. The leasing of any housekeeping units in the proposed center as conventional apaEtments shall terminate this use permit, since such leasing would violate the off-street parking require- ments of Ord. No. 353, as amended. 3. The City Planner is charged with the regular inspection of the subject premises, and the duty of precluding the applicant from reducing the ameni ties of the proposed retirement center. The City Planner is also charged with the duty of preventing the appli cant from converting the housekeeping units in the center into conventional apartments. The motion passed by the following roll call vote: AYES: Vice Chairman Raffaelli, Commissioners Boblitt, Botieff, Gardner, Zlatunich, and Chairman Campredon NOES: None ABSENT: Commissioner Lazzari - 29J6 - V-102 June 28, 1971 V-102, variance request of Donald Kent to construct an addition to a one-story, single-family dwelling in the requi red, level real yard of No. 50 Greenwood Drive, in the R-l District. Secretary Pass read the following reports into the record. Report and Recommendation of City Planner Daniel M. Pass "The Planning Department respectfully recommends that the Planning Commission adopt the findings listed in the attached, preliminary Official ActionReport, and grant the requested variance." FINDINGS: "1. There are exceptions or extraordinary circumstances or condi- tions applying to the land or building referred to in the applica- tion, which circumstances or conditions do not apply generally to land or buildings in the same district. 2. The granting of the application is necessary for the preserva- tion and enjoyment of substantial property rights of the petitioner. 3. That the granting of the application will not, under the circum- stances of the particular case, materially affect adversely the health or safety of persons residing or working in the neighborhood of the property of the applicant, and will not, under the circum- stances of the particular case, be materially detrimental to the public welfare or injurious to property or improvements in said nei ghborhood . 4. The granting of the requested variance will be in harmony wi th the general purpose of the Zoning Ordinance. 5. The requested variance is necessary to prevent practical diffi- culties, unnecessary hardships, and results inconsistent with the general purpose of the Zoning Ordinance. 6. The required terracing of the rear yard of the subject building site would be neither practicable nor practical. 7. The Planning Commission has recommended that the City Council repeal the "level, rear yard requirements rr of this muni cipali ty. 8. The Planning Commission has granted similar variance to free- holders in Brentwood. Examples: M. E. Mattice (V-53, September 10, 1968); R. C. Colome {V-36, September 25, 1967)." Names and Addresses of Proponents and Opponents: Proponents: Mr. Donald Kent, 50 Greenwood Dri ve, South San Francisco Opponents: None Commissioner Botieff moved that the Planning Commission adopt the findings and conditions, as set forth in the preliminary Official Action Report, and approve V-102 upon the condition that the applicant comply with the submitted requirements of the City's reporting department heads; seconded by Commissioner Gardner; passed by the following roll call vote: AYES: Vice Chairman Raffaelli, Commissioners Boblitt, Botieff, Gardner, Zlatunich, and Chairman Campredon NOES: None ABSENT: Commissioner Gardner - 2917 - SA-18 (Revised) June 28, 1971 SA-18 (Revised), tentative map of Cabot, Cabot & Forbes Industrial Park, Uni t No.3, representing the subdi vision of about 85 acres of land, located at the easterly end of Cabot Court, and on "Radio Hill" in Point San Bruno, in the M-2-H District, into 13 lots and the sculpture common. Secretary Pass read the following reports and letter into the record. Report of City Planner Daniel M. Pass "1. The proposed subdivision meets the requirements of the State Subdivision Map Act, and the regulatory standards embodied in Ordinance No. 603, the Subdivision Ordinance of the City of South San Francisco. 2. The said proposed subdivision differs substantially from the one proposed under the original tentative map of Cabot, Cabot & Forbes Industrial Park No.3. The present map reflects an excellent radio-centric lot pattern, and a material realignment in the pro- posed course of Grandview Drive. These revisions to the original tentative map, app{[Joved by the Planning Commission on September 14, 1970, improve the layout of the proposed industrial park, as well as the general circulation of the Point San Bruno area. 3. The Planning Department therefore respectfully recommends that the Planning Commission approve the instant, revised tentative map upon the condi tion that the subdi vi der comply wi th the submi tted requi rements of the Ci ty , s department heads." Letter, dated June 11, 1971, from Wilsey & Ham "The Honorable Planning Commission, City of South San Francisco "In accordance with the Subdivision Map Act as amended and the Sub- division Ordinance, City of South San Francisco, dated May 1968, we are submitting for your consideration the Revised Tentative Map, Cabot, Cabot & Forbes Industrial Park, Unit No.3. The original map was submitted for consideration and approved at your reqular meeting on September 14, 1970. This revision modifies the grading concept, lot lines and street alignment where it joins East Grand Avenue. I have enclosed copies of letters to the various public utilities companies involved as well as letters to the adjacent property owners informing them of this revision. Except for those changes mentioned above J' the ori ginal informati on as submitted with the original map remains valid. Thank you very much for your consideration. Very truly yours, Wilsey & Ham /s/ Richard C. smith" Secretary Pass stated that the Planning Department wished to put into the record that Wilsey & Ham had sent copies to all utilities and adjoining property owners. - 2918 - SA-18 (Revised) June 28, 1971 Report, dated June 14, 1971, of Fire Chief John A. Marchi "There will have to be fi ve (5) fire alarm boxes, as well as the hydrants as shown on plan, installed on above subject by sub- di vi der before approval can be gi ven by the Fire Chief. These firm. alarm boxes to be spotted by the Fire Chief." Report, dated June 18, 1971, of Director of Public Works Louis H. Goss "It is noted that Grandview Dri ve as it extends from the westerly property line of Cabot, Cabot and Forbes properties to East Grand Avenue lies partially within lands of adjacent owners. It is recommended that said tentative map be approved subject to the complete dedication of Grandview Drive from East Grand Avenue to Pt. San Bruno Boulevard. This office will not approve a final map for this unit which does not reflect said dedication. In addition, approval of said map should be subject to the following requirements: 1. The ultimate development of the lots shall preclude surface drainage from flowing across lot lines. Drainage should be prevented from flowing directly onto Grandview Dri ve from the lots wi thin Block 2. 2. The lots within Block 2 will require additional grading. Detailed plans showing grading and associated public works facilities shall be submitted for approval when the elevations of this additional grading are more definite. 3. A fire alarm system shall be provided. 4. Storm and sewer manholes shall be placed not more than 300 feet apart. The lines between manholes shall be run straight, not curvi~ linear as shown on the tentative map. 5. Construction shall proceed in accordance with the discussion and recommendations embodied in the soil investigation of the Proposed Hilltop Development, Cab.ot, Cabot and Forbes Industrial Park unit 3, South San Francisco, dated September 14, 1970, by Cooper-Clark and Associates (Job #38l-BN). 6. Grading shall proceed in accordance with Appendix B of said investigation. 7. An off-site sewer study shall be performed establishing the adequacy of the City system for handll::ing this uni t along wi th other future developments in the area." Names and Addresses of Proponents and Opponents: Proponents: Mr. Donald J. Bruzzone, C. E., 100 California St., San Francisco, Agent of the applicant, noted that Cabot, Cabot and Forbes intended to continue to develop its industrial park wi th the same high standards. Opponents: None - 2919 - SA-18 (Revised) June 28, 1971 Mr. Norman J. Hartzer, Corporate Secretary, Fuller-O'Brien Corporation expressed concern over the storm drains in the. proposed development. Mr. Donald J. Bruzzone advised the Commission that the revised map was designed to adequately remove the water without damage to adjacent property owners. Commissioner Boblitt moved that the Planning Commission order SA-18 (Revised) to stand approved upon the subdi vider' s compliance wi th the submitted requirements of the City's reporting department heads; seconded by Commissioner Zlatunich; passed by the following roll call vote: AYES: Vice-Chairman Raffaelli, Commissioners Bobli tt, Boti eff, Gardner, Zlatunich, and Chairman CampredQn NOES: None Absent: Commissioner Lazzari - 2920 - SA - 21 June 28, 1971 Telegram, dated June 14, 1971 from Swift & Co., Chicago, Illinois "This is to advise that Associated Construction and Engineering Company of So. San Francisco Californis is authorized to represent Swift and eompany with respect to the possible develop- ment of its property located on both sides of East Grand Avenue and approximately Kimball Way So. San Francisco. Gene F. Cermak, Property Management & Development Dept." Names and Addresses of Proponents and Opponents: Proponents: Mr. Hans R. Mu1berg, Inc.., 948 Dolores Avenue, Los Altos 94022 Opponents: Sylvia Gregory, 141 Madison Avenue, San Bruno, inquired about the extent of the easterly limi t of "paper" Canal Street. Secretary Pass advised the Commission that there was li ttle evidence on the "ancient" maps that it extended beyond the proposed Haskins Way, and further the records seemed to indicate that the "paper" street belonged to the Western Meat Company. Secretary Pass further noted that there are better controls regard- ing the filling of the Bay, such as the Planning commission, the Architectural Committee, B.G.D.C. and Zoning. Mr. Norman J. Hartzner, Corporate Secretary, Fuller-OBrien Corporation, advised the Commission that there would be a slight delay in resolving the parcel where the small building was affected by four feet" This was due to the fact that Mr. Norton Simon was currently on his honey- moon, with his new bride Miss Jennifer Jones. vice Chairman Raffaelli moved that the Planning Commission order SA-2l to stand approved upon the subdivider's compliance with the submitted requirements of the Ci t.l!J' s reporting depa.rtmentheads; seconded by commissioner Gardner; passed by the following roll call vote: AYES: Vice Chairman Raffaelli, Commissioners Bobli tt, Boti eff, Gardner, Zlatunich and Chairman Campredon NOES: None ABSENT: Commissioner Lazzari - 2923 - SA-2l June 28, 1971 SA-2l, tentative map of Bennett & Kahnwei1er Industrial Subdivision, representing the subdivision of 16 acres !.: of land, located on the northerly and southerly sides of East Grand Avenue, and on the easterly side of Kimball Way, in the M-2-H District. (continued from the meeting of June l4, 1971) Secretary Pass read the following reports and letters into the record. Report of City Planner Daniel M. Pass "1. The proposed subdivision meets the requirements of the State Subdivision Map Act, and the regulations and standards of Ordinance No. 603, the Subdivision Ordinance of the City of South San Francisco. The said subdivision would create three industrial lots, and two minor streets--Swift Avenue and Haskins Way. Said subdi vision would also call for the vacation of paper-street Canal Street, and the widening and extension of East Grand Avenue and Kimball Way, respectively. 2. The proposed subdi vision's street system is similar to the system proposed under the "Hans MulbergPPlan," and reflects Mr. Mu1berg's acceptance of ti1e City's guidelines and standards. The proposed system is consonant with the Circulation Element of the General Plan. In light of the above factors, the Planning Department respectfully recommends that the Planning Commission approve the instant tentative map upon the condition that the sub- divider comply with the submitted requirements of the City's department heads." Report, dated June 1, 1971, of Fire Chief John A. Marchi "There will have to be installed by subdi vider 12 Greenberg or equivalent #76 hydrants on 12" mains, and 6 fire alarm boxes, before any approval can be had from the fire department. The above hydrants and fire alarm boxes will have to be spotted by the Fire Chief." Report, dated June 4, 1971, of Acting Director of PublicWmrks "Subject tentative map meets the requirements of Chapter 9, Section 9.03 of the Subdi vision Ordinance and we therefore recommend approval. According to the Foundation Investigation made by Lowney- Ka1dveer Associates, most of the proposed buildings in this proposed subdivision will be located all or in part over soft, compressible bay mud; plus the fact that extreme heterogeneity of the existing fill in both quality and thickness, and the presence of foundations in the subsurface. It is our recom- mendati.on that all site preparation, gllading and earthwork be performed under the supervision of the Soils Engineer. 2921 - SA-2l June 28, 1971 Report, dated June 4, 1971 of Acting Director of Public Works Maxwell: "Design and improvement shall comply wi th the requirements of Chapter 4, 5 and 6 of the Subdi vision Ordinance. Review and approval of the subject tentative map shall not be construed as approval of the proposed improvements as shown on said tentative map. Final improvement plans must be completed and approved by this offi ce before the final map is recommended for approval." Letter, dated June 7, 1971, from California Water Service Company 1720 North First Street, San Jose, Ca. "Planning Commission, City of South San Francisco Attention: Mr. Daniel M. Pass, City Planner "We have reviewed a copy of the tentati ve map of the Bennett & Kahnwei1er Industrial Subdi vision as prepared by Hans R. Mulberg, Inc. on May 28, 1971 and find it satisfactory for our purpose. California Water Service Company will extend its mains to serve this subdivision in adcordance with its extension rules in effect and on file with the Public Utili ties Commission of the State of California, or as those rules may be modified from time to time by the Commission in the exercise of its jurisdiction. A copy of these rules is attached hereto. Your attention is directed to Sections A and C of the rule, which will apply to an extension installed for service to a new subdivision. If and when the applicant has entered into an extension agreement with this Company and has deposi ted the estimated cost of making the extension in accordance with the agreement, this Company will install the necessary water mains in accordance with the terms of the agreement and will serve the residents of the subdi vi sion wi th water at the rates and in accordance with the rules and regula- tions of the Public Utilities Commission of the State of California. CALIFORNIA WATER SERVICE COMPANY Is I C. H. Stump " Letter, dated June 9, 1971, from Pacific Gas and Electric Co. 234 Miller Avenue, South San Francisco "This letter will confirm the availability of gas and electricity as requested by Mr. Hans R. Mulberg regarding the Bennett and Kahnweiler Industrial Subdivision, South San Francisco. Arrangements will be made to provide g.as and electric service to this project in accordance with our tariffs, rules and regula- tions on file with the California Public utilities Commission. Thank you for this opportuni ty to serli'e you. Isl Walter Heim, District Representative" - 2922 - GOOD AND WELFARE, OTHER AND COMMUNICATIONS June 28, 1971 Secretary Pass advised/lthe Commission that the next regular study session of the Planning Commission would be on Tuesday, July 6, 1971. The Secretary also advised the Commission that the 73rd Annual Conference of the League of California Cities would be held in San Francisco, California, September 26-29, 1971. The Planning Department has budgeted for this Conference and any Commissioner who desired to attend should advise the Department so that reservations could be made. There being nothing further to be considered under Good and Welfare, and there being no further communications or other matters of interest for the Planning Commission, Chairman Campredon announced that the next regular meeting of the South San Francisco Planning Commission would be held on July 12, 1971 at 8:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers of City Hall, South San Francisco, California The meeting was adjourned at 9:3l p.m. Marcel Campredon, hairman Planning Commission City of South San Francisco Daniel M. Pass, Planning Commission Ci ty of South San Francisco wat - 2924-