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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes 03/28/1978 M I NUT E S of the regular meeting to the South San Francisco Planning Commission T H1E : 7:30 p.m. ~1arch 28, 1978 WEST ORANGE LIBRARY AUDITORIUM DA TE: PLACE: MEMBERS PRESENT: Chairman Campredon, Commissione~Bertucelli, Mathewson, Mullin, and Slade MEMBERS ABSENT: None ALSO PRESENT: City Planner William Costanzo Assistant Planner Mark A. vJheeler Senior Planner Daniel B. Christians City Engineer Robert Yee Community Relations Officer Fred Carelli MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING Minutes of the Planning Commission meeting of February 28, 1978 Commissioner Bertucelli moved that the minutes of the regular meeting of the South San Francisco Planning Commission of February 28, 1978, be approved. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Mullin, and was passed by the following roll call vote: AYES: Chairman Campredon, Commissioners Bertucelli, t~athewson, ~1ullin, Slade NOES: None ABSENT: None ANNOUNCEMENT CONCERNING TAPE RECORDING OF MEETING Chairman Campredon announced that this meeting of the South San Francisco Planning Commission would be recorded on tape, and that anyone who wished to come before the Commission to be heard is requested to come to the front microphone so that his or her comments become part of the official record. - 3904 - March 28, 1978 ELECTION OF OFFICERS Commissioner Bertucelli nominated Commissioner Campredon as Chairman of the South San Francisco Planning Commission. Commissioner Mathewson seconded the motion, and it was passed by a unanimous roll call vote. Commissioner Mathewson nominated Commissioner Bertucelli as Vice Chairman of the South San Francisco Planning Commission. Commissioner Bertucelli declined the nomination. Commissioner Bertucelli nominated Commissioner Mullin as Vice Chairman of the South San Francisco Planning Commission. Commissioner Mathewson seconded the motion, and it was passed by a unanimous roll call vote. CRESTWOOD PATHWAY VACATION Proposed vacation of an existing 10' wide pedestrian pathway situated on the SW side of Crestwood Drive between Gardenside Avenue and Holly Avenue in the R-l Zone District. Secretary Costanzo indicated that this item is requested to be continued off calendar indefinitely due to determination by the City Attorney regarding owner- ship of pathway. Mr. James Keegan, 1244 Crestwood Drive, stated that he wanted to clear up owner- ship of the property. He remarked that Staff had indicated that the City Attorney's ruling made last week would indicate that no action could be taken tbat would serve any purpose. Mr. Keegan asked who put up the maze for cycles. No one knew this answer. Secretary Costanzo advised that the Planning Commission could only recommend action to the City Council at tonight's meeting. Mr. Joseph Smith, Associate Superintendent of the South San Francisco Unified School District, suggested a solution to the problem: Build a fence with a locking gate which would be shared with the Parks and Recreation Department under a five-year joint powers agreement. Mr. Harold Gill, 1217 Crestwood Drive, commented that there was no parking on the street now, and keeping the pathway open would add to this problem. He stated that additional problems are a hazard to those living in the area. Mr. Andrew Reed, 1228 Crestwood Drive, stated that the fence proposal would probably not stop motorcylces from entering the pathway and suggested closing it completely. Mrs. James Brenner, 1221 Crestwood Drive, objected to adult people's having parties in the park, entering through the pathway. She felt that the pathway brings in bad elements that people living in the area have to live with. -3905- ~1arch 28, 1978 Mr. Harry Guyin, 1225 Crestwood Drive, inquired, as the next-door neighbor, who will pay the bill for torn-down fences and trash being thrown on his property. He stated that physical threats have been made on him and his family, and police reports have been filed. Mr. Richard L. Brewer, 1229 Crestwood Drive, remarked that, as a resident of eight years, he felt that this easement area is a detriment to the community, and that a fence will not help anything. He stated that the only solution is to turn this easement over to adjacent property owners for their enjoyment. Mrs. Andrew Reed, 1228 Crestwood Drive, questioned whether or not drinking is allowed in the park. She said she has counted up to 87 adult persons drinking and making noise at one time. ~~r. Joseph Mifsud, 1233 Crestwood Drive, recalled for the Commission the night when six vandals were chased through the pathway after stealing a fishing pole from a neighbor's garage. He related other problems, too. Mr. Keegan indicated that the school had been broken into recently and the District had raised the height of the fence. He indicated that the access way is greatly needed, and that a fence to be closed at dark may be a solution now. Mr. Ron Broskin, Principal of Sunshine Gardens School, indicated that the area is quite desirable as a recreational area for citizens. He stated that the problems are litter on Mondays and motorcycles on lawns. He indicated alternatives of a fence or to vacate completely. Officer Fred Carelli indicated that neighbors along the property line adjoining the park will experience additional problems if the pathway access is closed. The Police Department feels that the access is needed to solve problems. Commissioner Slade asked for a show of hands of all those present living on Crestwood Drive. Approximately fifteen people responded. Commissioner Mathewson introduced the resolution recommending to the City Council to vacate the pathway. . Commissioner Bertucelli seconded the resolution which was passed by a unanimous roll call vote. Chairman Campredon requested that the School District be notified of this action. UP-77-407 (MOD-l) Application for a Use Permit Modification to extend the hours of operation of the Springhouse Restaurant located at 3565 Callan Boulevard in the P-C Planned Com- munity Zone District. Secretary Costanzo presented the Staff Report. Proponent: Vilma Peoro 286 Canyon Drive Da 1 y City, CA - 3906 - March 28, 1978 Proponents: Dr. Quinton R. Robertson Owner, Winston Manor Shopping Center South San Francisco, CA Kent Woodell, Director Real Estate - Jack-in-the-Box Sam Nimero, Owner Winston Manor Liquor Store Robert Quitel, Owner Winston Manor Barber Shop Dr. Robertson, Owner of Winston Manor Shopping Center, agreed with the need for cleaning up the Center. He also agrees to comply with all special and standard conditions. Mr. Kent Woodell, Director of Real Estate for Jack-in-the-Box, stated that he felt confident that Jack-in-the-Box will be an asset, and a sit-down restaurant is geared to family use. Mr. Woodell also feels that no problems should be reflected on the surrounding residential properties. He stated that the special conditions are no problem, with the exception of the condition pertaining to hours of operation. Mr. .Sam Nimero, Winston Manor Liquor Store, agreed with the upgrading and re- modeling; and the location of the Jack-in-the-Box. Mr. Robert Quitel, Owner of the Barber Shop5 was in agreement with other tenants in regard to the need for traffic. Commissioner Mullin questioned Staff in regard to the time recommendation. Staff agreed to change the hours of operation for a six-month's time period. Staff further recommended to amend Special Condition No.9 to read: "That the applicant shall be allowed to operate twenty-four hours for a period of six months, subject to a review at that time. I! Officer Fred Carelli agreed that lighting would be a great asset to this corner. Dr. Robertson suggest amortization within three years. Commissioner Bertucellimotioned that UP-78-425 be approved subject to all Special Conditions and recommendations of all divisions of the City of South San Francisco. Commissioner Mathewson seconded the motion and it was passed by a unanimous roll call vote. UP-78-427 .An application for a Use Permit to construct a freestanding identification sign facing El Camino Real for property located at 609 Southwood Drive in the C-l Neighborhood Commercial Zone District. Planning Staff presented the Staff Report. Proponent: San Bonono R. W. Drake Pre-School Centre -3908- ~1a rch 28, 1978 Applicant Vilma Peoro, 286 Canyon Drive, Daly City, indicated that no problems have been experienced in the past eight months as a result of extended hours of operation. She further stated that the restaurant has no formal bar, and beer and wine would only be served in conjunction with customers' eating or for special occasionsof Philippino residents. Commissioner Mullin questioned Mrs. Peoro's appeal letter dated October 12, 1977. She responded that the liquor license was not available at that time. Commissioner Bertucelli questioned whether or not special conditions were under- stood at the time. She indicated she did not understand the conditions. Commissioner Mathewson questioned why the appeal letter was never processed. Staff replied that the letter was never received, and that the City Attorney had indicated that this procedure was required. UP-78-424 Negative Declaration and an application for a Use Permit to construct a kiosk for a drive-in film processing in the required 15' front set-back on the east side of El Camino Real approximately 100' north of Chestnut Avenue in the C-l Neighborhood Commercial Zone District. . Fotomat Corporation, Applicant, requested their application be continued to the April 11, 1978 meeting. Chairman Campredon ordered that the application be continued to the meeting of April 25, 1978, because of the heavy schedule planned for the meeting of Apri 1 11, 1978. UP-78-425 Negative Declaration and an application for a Use Permit to construct a Jack- in-the-Box Restaurant and modification to an. existing building located at the Winston Manor Shopping Center in the C-l Neighborhood Commercial Zone District. Staff presented the Staff Report. - 3907 - ~1a rch 28, 1978 There being no problems or objections, Commissioner Bertucelli motioned that UP-78-427 be approved subject to all Special Conditions and recommendations of all divisions of the City of South San Francisco. Commissioner Mathewson seconded the motion and it was passed by a unanimous roll call vote. UP-78-428 An application for a Use Permit to make structural modifications to an existing non-conforming structure located at 642 Commercial Avenue in the R-3 Multi-family Zone District. Staff presented the Staff Report. Proponent: James C. Elmore 642 Commercial Avenue South San Francisco, CA Henry W. Lowney, Attorney at Law 590 Linda Mar Boulevard Pacifica, CA Opponents: Wal ter Kibil 2574 ... 22nd Avenue San Francisco, CA David Goldman 640 Commercial Avenue South San Francisco,CA Mr. Bernal 630 Commercial Ave. South San Francisco, CA Mr. Henry W. Lowney, Attorney for the Applicant, indicated for the records that approvals had been given during construction. On September 22, 1975, inspection of the framing and floor joints had been approved. On December 15,1975, the framing had been inspected and an Electrical-Plumbing business license has been applied for. Mr. Walter Kibil, 2574 - 22nd Avenue, San Francisco, had purchased the house next door for his son-in-law, Mr. Goldman. Remodeling work had been done with the proper permits. He stated that when he was gone for a few days, Mr. Elmore had climbed into his house and had installed a window. He had complained to the City. Mr. Kibil showed a model he had made of wood to illustrate the location of windows. He con~inued to say that problems are at a point that he wished he had never bought this cottage in the first place. His main objection was to the location of the window. Mr. David Goldman, 640 Commercial Avenue, declared that his real concern is the new window and its invasion of his privacy. Mr. Bernal, 630 Commercial Avenue, remarked that he has done work in the City and has always obtained City inspections. He also indicated the window is new and did not exist before. Chief Building Inspector Roy Ghilardi indicated that the approved plans of March 16, 1975 were not followed. Changes had been made. The balconies were never approved by any inspector. The records show that no final inspection has ever been made. He stated that' letters were sent in regard to violations that existed. A Use Permit has since been filed. Mr. Ghilardi indicated that the window could be removed, and that the air light and ventilation would not be affected as per code. Mr. James Elmore, 642 Commercial Avenue, claimed that the package he was carrying contained all the necessary proof of inspections and photographs to prove he has nothing to hide. - 3909 - 'Ma rch 28, 1978 Mr. Kibil stated that he is sure that Mr. Elmore did not receive the proper permits. Secretary Costanzo reviewed the approved plan and indicated that the issue before the Planning Commission is only the setbacks on the open deck. He further went on to state that the applicant did, on his own, disregard the approved plans and did construct the open patio in the setback. - Commissioner Mullin questioned why the deck was built in the setback. Mr. Elmore replied that he had never received any written approval. He further remarked that changes can be made in the field. Mr. Ghilardi stated that only minor changes may be made, but not something like structures in setbacks. Commissioner Mullin questioned the precedent being set here of making changes without written approval. Commissioner Mullin motioned that UP-78-428 be denied. Commissioner Bertucelli s~conded the motion and it was passed by a unanimous roll call vote. UP-78-429 and PM-78-157 Negative Declaration and an application for a Use Permit to construct an over- flow employee parking lot adjacent to 1131-1135 Mission Road in the I!U" Unclassified Zone District. Negative Declaration and an application for a Tentative Parcel Map to create four parcels from one parcel on property located on the west side of Mission Road opposite Holly Avenue and Sequoia Avenue in the IIUII Unclassified Zone District. Secretary Costanzo presented the Staff Report to include both applications. (Change No. on Special Conditions for Parcel Map should be PM-78-157.) Proponent: Mr. Louis Arata 1 La Cruz Avenue Millbrae, CA Mr. Louis Arata spoke for both applications, and indicated the only concern was that spaces to the south, 1-11, will be used for patients. Commissioner Mathewson motioned that UP-78-429 be approved subject to all Special Conditions and recommendations of all divisions of the City of South San Francisco, and certain conditions so certified in the Negative Declaration. Commissioner Bertucelli seconded the motion and it was passed by a unanimous roll call vote. Commissioner Mathewson motioned that PM-78-157 be approved subject to all Special Conditions and recommendations of all divisions of the City of South San Francisco, and certain conditions so certified in the Negative Declaration. Commissioner Bertucelli seconded the motion and it was passed by a unanimous roll call vote. Commissioner Mathewson motioned that PM-78-l57 be approved subject to all Special Conditions and recommendations of all divisions of the City of South San Francisco, and certain conditions so certified in the Negative Declaration. Commissioner Bertucelli seconded the motion and it was passed by a unanimous roll call vote. March 28, 1978 V-78-212 Negative Declaration and application for a Variance to the required minimum density and parking requirement on property located at 318 Magnolia Avenue in the R-3 Multi-family Zone District. At the request of the applicant and since there were no objections, Chairman Campredon continued the item to the meeting of April 25, 1978, due to the heavy schedule of agenda of April 11, 1978. PM-78-158 An application for a Tentative Parcel Map for lot line adjustments on property lo~ated on Hillside Boulevard between Arden Avenue and North Spruce Avenue in the C-3 Heavy Commercial Zone District. Planning Staff presented the Staff Report. Proponent: Reverend Carl Curtright 109 Drake' Avenue South San Francisco, CA Reverend Curtright agreed to conditions. He questioned the drainage report, in accordance with Recommendation No.3. ~ommissioner Slade asked about the configuration of the parcel. Staff indicated lt was set by the existing parking lot configuration. Staff further indicated that the applicant will not have any problems in adjusting the property lines. The objective here is to eliminate the Church from occupying two parcels by creating one. Commissioner Mathewson motioned that PM-78-158 be approved subject to all Special Conditions and recommendations of all divisions of the City of South San Francisco. Commissioner Mullin seconded the motion and it was passed by a unanimous roll call vote. PM-78-159 - 3911 - March 28, 1978 Commissioner Bertucelli motioned that PM-78-159 be approved subject to ,all Special Conditions and recommendations of all d visions of the City of South San Francisco, and certain conditions so certif ed in the Negative Declaration. Commissioner Slade seconded the motion and it was passed by a unanimous roll call vote. REPORTS COMMUNICATIONS Items From Staff: Revisions for H.C.D.A. funding to be used outside the target area to set standards as indicated were next considered, together with a resolution to be adopted for Council to consider. A date for a Public Hearing to consider ZA-77-7 was next discussed. Mr. Tim Brosnan, 640 Rocca Avenue, expressed concern over additional parking requirements which might change the style of design of the current building. April 25, 1978 was recommended as the Public Hearing date after which Commissioner Mullin introduced the resolution setting the Public Hearing date of April 25, 1978, for ZA-77-7. Commissioner Mathewson seconded the resolution and it was passed by a unanimous roll call vote. The Joint meeting agenda was next discussed, with a request for items of concern. Comments were requested to be submitted on April 11, 1978. STUDY ITEMS Preliminary review of proposed residential/commercial complex located at El Cam;!no and Westborough Boulevard in the C-l and "UII Unclassified Zone District. Secretary Costanzo indicated that the Goldrich, Kest & Associates Draft E.I.R. UP-77-416 is being brought up tonight because the last meeting was postponed and all items were being moved up. The Commission discussed some ground rules for a hearing date. Commissioner Slade recommended April 17, 1978 for the Public Hearing with the legal notice to be sent out. It was duly moved, seconded and unanimously carried that the Public Hearing would be held April 17,1978,7:30 p.m., West Orange Avenue Library Auditorium. -3912- March 28, 1978 Mr. Steve Rother, 3000 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, discussed the history of the site with a recommendation to City Council that the senior citizen facility might be acceptable. Mr. Steve Nataro, representative of Goldrich Kest & Associates, stated that his company is the largest developer for Federally-subsidized senior citizen complexes in California. The total complex is geared to elderly living. He further explained the complex and indicated that the residential portion is his experitse. t1r. Rother followed with a presentation with regard to the total commercial area.. He commented that all traffic would be routed on El Camino Real and should not create problem situations. The meeting was adjourned at 1:30 a.m. Marcel Campredon, Chairman Planning Commission City of South San Francisco i m , Planning Commlssio City of South San Francisco NOTE: The entries of this Planning Commission meeting indicate the action taken to dispose of each item. Oral presentations, arguments and documents are record~d on tape. The tapes are available in the Office of the City Planner~ Documents related to the items discussed are on file in the Office of the City Planner, and are available for public inspection. ... 3913 -