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~1INUTES
of the regular meeting of the South San Francisco Planning Commission
TH1E: 7:30 p.m.
DATE: September 26, 1978
PLACE: WEST ORANGE LIBRARY AUDITORIUM
MEMBERS PRESENT: Vice-Chairman Mullin, Commissioners Bertucelli, Slade,
Grimes and Mantegani
MEMBERS ABSENT: Chairman Campredon and Commissioner Mathewson
ALSO PRES ENT:
City Planner
William Costanzo
Senior Planner
Daniel Christians
Assistant Planner
~1ark Wheeler
City Engineer
Robert Yee
Chief Building Inspector
Roy Ghilardi
MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING
Minutes~of the Planning Commission Meeting of September 12, 1978
It was moved that the minutes of the regular meeting of the South San
Francisco Planning Commission of September 12, 1978, be approved with the
following correction: Commissioner Slade motioned to continue SA-78-49 and
Negative Dec 1 arati on No.- 180 for 60 days and tommi ss i oner Mathewson seconded
the motion; Vice-Chairman Mullin cast a no vote onthTs ftern. The minutes
were approved vii fhthe nofe-dcorrecti onsby the fo 11 owingro 11 call vote:
AYES: Vice-Chairman Mullin, Commissioners Bertucelli, Slade, Grimes and
Mantegani
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: Chairman Campredon and Commissioner Mathewson
ANNOUNCEMENT CONCERNING TAPE RECORDING OF MEETING
Announcement was made 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.
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September 26, 1978
CONTINUED PUBLIC HEARING ITEM
RPD-78-7
(Continued from 9/12/78)
An application by the Housing Authority of the City of South San Francisco to
construct a 40 unit residential complex including landsacping, parking and re-
lated improvements to complete the existing complex located on the property at
the terminus of "C" Street in the RPD-10 Zone District.
Staff presented the staff report.
Mark Senaldi, Chairman
South San Francisco Housing Authority
Mr. Senaldi questioned the City Engineer's recommendation on Page 2, items
No.3 and 4 under Storm Drainage. Mr. Senaldi responded that his Commission
did not agree with the requirement for improvements to existing storm drain.
Mr. Yee, City Engineer, responded that the storm drain system improvements
are normally required and that perhaps this item could be better resolved at
the City Council level.
Commissioner Bertucelli asked if this storm drain issue had been discussed
previ ous ly .
Mr. Senaldi responded that the issue had been discussed prior to tonight's
meeting and indicated his agreement with continuing this matter to a final
City Council resolvement.
Commissioner Grimes questioned the past problems in this area regarding the
current storm drain system.
Mr. Yee responded that the current storm drain system is inadequate because
it is too small. Mr. Yee l~eferenced a special report by Ted Tronoff indi-
cating the inefficiency of the system. He further stated that the City was
not committed to pay the costs of the easement being presented.
Secretary Costanzo indicated that the recommendation would be made to the City
Council that the storm drain improvements issue be resolved.
Commissioner Grimes stated for the record that in 1974 the City Council de-
termined no new development would take place at this location until the storm
drain is replaced.
Commissioner Grimes moved that RPD-78-7 be approved subject to all recommenda-
tions, Standard and Special Conditions. Commissioner Slade seconded the motion
and it was passed by a unanimous roll call vote.
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September 26, 1978
The Commission concurred to proceed to Public Hearing Items No. 10 and then 11
because of the large number of citizens present for each item.
PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS
ZA-78-l3
and
Negative Declaration No. 190
An application by the City of South San Francisco and environmental determina-
tion of same to amend Ordinance 353, as amended,1Zoning Ordinance of the City
of South San Francisco to create an R-E Rural Estates Zone District for the
rural areas of the County surrounded by the City of South San Francisco known
as Country Club Drive.
Staff presented the staff report.
Mr. Nick Rovetta
281 Country Club Drive
South San Francisco, CA
Mr. Rovetta expressed concern that the proposed future zoning would adversely
effect his property values.
Secretary Costanzo indicated that this hearing is not to consider rezoning any
specific property.
Mr. Edward Farrarah
300 Alta Vista Drive
South San Francisco, CA
Mr. Farrarah expressed his desire to maintain a low density.
Secretary Costanzo stated the proposed R-E Zone would ensure this and maintain
the area as it is today.
~,1r. A 1 Kophmann
285 Alta Vista Drive
South San Francisco, CA
Mr. Kophmann expressed hi s concern as to \^lhy the. peri meter areas have been
"chopped-up" with development during the past years. He asked for an explana-
tion of what the County has done lately for the residents of this area.
Secretary Costanzo said that t~r. Kpphmann1s last question could best be answered
by a representative of the County.
Mr. Kpphmann asked if it was the intent of this proposal to preserve this area;
staff concurred that this is the intent and if this zone district is adopted,
the piecemeal development would be ended.
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September 26, 1978
Einar H. Wesa
305 Alta Vista Drive
South San Francisco, CA
Mr. Wesa reprimanded the Secretary for his presentation. He indicated that
Secretary Costanzo was not speaking clearly enough to be heard in the rear of
the room consequently making him miss many of the facts bevng presented.
The Secretary expressed his apologies.
Mr. Wesa went on to say that he felt the new zone district would strip the pro-
perty owners of the benefits recently received through Proposition 13. He
further reiterated the problems of utility and sewage connections with the City
as well as rejection of City services in past discussions on this same matter.
Mr. Wesa further questioned the problems which would occur after annexation.
Secretary Costanzo responded by indicating no additional tax burden would re-
sult in relationship to Proposition 13. He further stated that the utilities
and services would be provided for by the City. He further stated that a high
density zoning would assure the highest dollar value back to the City. This,
he indicated, is not the purpose of this R-E request. The Secreta.ry concluded
by saying that his recommendation stands as an effort to preserve this unique
area.
Mr. Wesa remarked that police protection in this area is inadequate at present.
Rodney Catalano, Representative Ayoob
276 Country Cl ub Drive
South San Francisco, CA
Mr. Catalano stated he was a local real estate representative representing the
property owner Mr. Ayoob.
Mr. Catalano indicated that his request that is currently pending will be ef-
fected if this R~E Zone is established.
Secretary Costanzo stated that this R-E Zone will not effect Mr. Catalano.s re-
quest.
Mr. Joseph Hubrel
297 Alta Vista Drive
South San Francisco, CA
Mr. Hubrel stated that the staff report as written"stinksll. Mr. Hubrel stated
his desire to see the property remain as is and further iJJdicated that the
Secretary's Assistant informed him that all propertii'eswould have to be brought
up to City Standards and that the money saved through Proposition 13 wo:uld be
spent on impll10ving the existing streets to City Standards.
Secretary Costanzo again reiterated that no property is being rezoned ,here to...
night. He further indicated that the City would not force any property owner
to improve the street unless specific new development was proposed.
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September 26, 1978
Mr. Ronald Brown
217 Country Club Drive
South San ~rancisco, CA
Mr. Brown agreed to accept the fact that the Planning Commission is acting in
the best interest of the property owners in this attempt to retain the area
as i tis to d ay .
Commissioner Mantegani questioned the 20,000 square foot lot size as it per-
tains to future smaller properties in the City as well as this R-E District
being applicable to other rural areas of the City.
Secretary Costanzo stated that the R-E Zone could be applied to any area of
the City if adopted and made a part of the current Zoning Ordinance.
Commissioner Slade requested a show of hands of those in favor of this Zone
District. It was so ordered; the show of hands was unanimous with the ex-
ception of three hands raised in favor of development.
Commissioner Slade suggested a committee of local residents be formed to re-
search and review the text prior to adoption of any ordinance of this nature.
The Commission concurred and fifteen persons volunteered to develop a resolu-
tion to be brought to the Commission in thirty days. The list of volunteers
is available in the office of the Planning Division. The Commission agreed
to continue this item to the regular Planning Commission meeting of October 24,
1978.
Hillside Boulevard Improvements
A Public. Hearing to review and take public comments pertaining to the proposed
alignment and improvements to Hillside Boulevard between Irving Street and
Airport Boulevard as related to the Circulation Element of the General Plan of
the City of South San Francisco. Draft Negative Declaration No. EP-77-4l pre-
pared by the County of San Mateo, Planning Division.
Staff presented the staff report.
Mr. Sands, Representative
County Assistant Director of Public Works
Secretary Costanzo read into the record a letter from the County stating the
road is being in~talled entirely on County land and in accordance with the
General Plan Element for Circulation of the County.
Mr. Douglas Butler
133 Adrian Avenue
South San Francisco, CA
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September 26, 1978
Mr. Butler, Vice President, United Tax Payers of So. S. F. suggested a committee be
formed to discuss future development of the South Slope of San Bruno Mountain.
Mr. Butler questioned the current ownership of the South Slope.
Secretary Costanzo responded that this question did not apply to the item being
heard tonight. He further stated that the City is acting in an advisory capa-
city only and the County has no obligation to the City regarding future develop-
ment of the mountain.
Commissioner Mantegani expressed his opinion that the road is definitely con-
nected with the future development of the South Slope of San Bruno Mountain.
Secretary Costanzo replied that any additional right-of-way will be required
at the time of any future development based on the density of any specific pro-
posal.
Mr. Butler further stated his objection to the variance from the required width
of the proposed street.
Secretary Costanzo indicated the travel lanes are standard and that sidewalks
and medium strips have been reduced as well as parking being eliminated
thereby providing standard travel lanes for circulation paths only.
Mr. John Tardiff
1118 Franklin Avenue
South San Francisco, CA
Mr. Tardiff expressed a concern over the truck traffic currently using the
roadway at 4:00 a.m. and using their load brakes.
Secretary Costanzo stated that a design would hopefully be accepted to eliminate
all through traffic on Randolph Avenue.
Mr. Merlin A. Jukam
1006 Hillside Boulevard
South San Francisco, CA
Mr. Jukam requested information regarding the intersection at Hillside and
Randolph.
Secretary Costanzo indicated a landscape medium would be installed as well as
a stop sign.
Mr. Maynard Ekstrom
103 Highland Avenue
South San Francisco, CA
Mr. Ekstrom questioned the future drainage problems as well as the signaliza-
tion of the intersection in question.
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September 26, 1978
Mr. William Schiedeck
106 Randolph Avenue
South San Francisco, CA
Mr. William C. Schiedeck remarked that since an outhouse has been installed
on the property, it would appear that some improvements would be occurring
shortly. Mr. Sands, County Representative, indicated that the section to
which Mr. Schiedeck referred will hopefully commence in the Spring of 1979.
Mr. Schiedeck further questioned the width of the buffer and received the
response that it would be a minimum of 15 feet but would vary depending on
topography.
Mr. Schiedeck continued to question the intersection at Airport Boulevard
and was informed that this intersection was in the City of Brisbane and would
be to that City's standard.
Commissioner Slade suggested some modification to the Recommended Policy
Statement, Item No.6. Item No.6 was modified to read as follows:
The consideration of an extension of Hillsiide Boulevard predates
possible future development of the South Slope of San Bruno
Mountain. Decisions on future development of that area will be
judged on its merits and the development of this connection is
essential to the orde~ly flow of traffic in the community regard-
less of the future disposition land use proposed of the South
Slope area of San Bruno Mountain.
Commissioner Bertucelli asked where the construction phase would begin.
Secretary Costanzo displayed the map and indicated the starting point would
be approximately half way between Irving and Highland Avenue.
Commissioner Grimes questioned Mr. Sands regarding discussions with Brisbane
in relation to their involvement. Mr. Sands indicated that this meeting has
not taken place as yet.
Mr. Schiedeck further questioned the future drainage requirements considering
the current situation with regard to storm water runoff.
Mr. Sands responded that the County is concerned with the runoff; this issue
would be worked out \^lith Cal Trans and the City to handle the drainage problem.
Mr. Butler questioned the contract for sale of this property and Mr. Sands
indicated that no such contract existed.
Commissioner Slade moved that the Hillside Boulevard Improvements and the rec-
c~mmend~d Policy Statement with the modification to Item No.6 be approved.
H1S motlon also included review and consideration of the attached Negative
Declaration No. EP-77-41 (prepared by the County of San Mateo, Planning
Division). Commissioner Bertucelli seconded the motion and it was passed by
a unanimous roll call vote.
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September 26, 1978
SUBDIVISION AND PARCEL MAPS
PM-77-l52
and
Certified Negative Declaration No. 141
An application by Louis Arata for a Final Parcel Map to create 3 parcels
on property located west of Mission Road at the terminus of Evergreen Drive
in thelU" Unclassified Zone District.
Staff presented the staff report!
~~r. Louis Arata
1 La Cruz Avenue
Millbrae, CA 94030
Mr. Arata agreed with all conditions and recommendations.
Commissioner Slade moved that PM-77-152 and Certified Negative Declaration No.
141 be approved. Commissioner Grimes seconded the motion and it was passed
by a unanimous roll call vote.
Pt1-78-162
and
Categorical Exemption
An application by Berline & Associates for a Final Parcel Map for a minor
lot line adjustment to establish a lease area on property located at 160 Pro-
duce Avenue in the M-2 Heavy Industrial Zone District.
There being no applicant present, the Commission concurred to continue this
item to the regular Planning Commission meeting of October 10, 1978.
P~1-78- 172
and
Negative Declaration No. 188
An application by the San Francisco Unified School District for a Tentative
Parcel Map to create two parcels from one existing on developed property lo-
cated on the north side of Oyster Point Boulevard approximately 1500 feet
east of State Highway 101 in the M-2 Heavy Industrial Zone District.
Staff presented the staff report.
Mr. Roy Ghilardi, Chief Building Inspector, indicated his agreement with the
Special Conditions as stated in the staff report!
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September 26, 1978
Mr. Louis Arata offered some explanation pertaining to the detail involved
herei n wi th the Federal Government I. s ownersh i p of thi s property.
Commissioner Slade questioned this ownership situation and Secretary Costanzo
explained that ownership would only occur at a time when the parcels are
created.
Upon approval the applicants have agreed to comply with all City requirements.
Commissioner Slade further questioned the adequacy of the on-site parking for
the proposed use. Secretary Costanzo responded by saying any such request re-
quiringadditional parking would be required to be met through the Use Permit
procedure.
Mr. Arata, as spokesman for Synanon, agreed to all City requirements and Mr.
Adrian Williams, Synanon representative, explained further that Synanon has no
intention of doing anything in violation of City Standards.
Commissioner Slade moved that PM~78-l72 and Negative Declaration No. 188 be
approved subject to all Special Conditions. Commissioner Bertucelli seconded
the motion and it was passed by a unanimous rollcall vote.
PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS
UP-78-450
and
Negative Declaration No. 174
An application by Ron Price for a Use Permit to establish signing in excess of
100 square feet on developed property located at #1 Chestnut Avenue in the "U"
Unclassified Zone District.
Staff presented the staff report.
Mr. Ronald Price
393 El Camino Real
South San Francisco, CA
Mr. Ronald Price agreed with all Special and Standard Conditions and further
agreed to meet with the Design Review Board to resolve any adjustments of the
pole sign.
Commissioner Bertucelli moved that UP-78-450 and Negative Declaration No. 174
be approved subject to all Special and Standard Conditions. Commjssioner Grimes
seconded the motion and it was passed by a unanimous roll call vote.
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September 26, 1978
UP-78-454
and
Categorical Exemption
An application by Omar Grimes for a Use Permit to modify original Planning
Commission determination pertaining to U-Haul business identification in
conjunction with the existing gasoline Service Station at 998 El Camino Real
in the C-l Neighborhood Commercial Zone District.
Staff presented the staff report.
Omar Grimes
998 El Camino Real
South San Francisco, CA
Mr. Grimes questioned the minor violations referenced in the staff report.
He further questioned the status of the rental operation to the southon
El Camino Real. Mr. Grimes requested a modification to the original request
to delete the truck being prohibited from parking on the corner.
Secretary Costanzo suggested some modifications to the request herein for
Planning Commission consideration.
~1r. Grimes questioned the article in the newspaper regarding the U-Haul
being parked on the street and using his name. He stated for the record that
he had no connection with this particular incident.
Commissioner Slade reiterated the original Planning Commission concerns and
Special Condition No.8 and suggested that the applicant apply for a Use Per-
mit for a sign to identify this location as a U-Haul business.
Secretary Costanzo suggested a co-ordinated effort by Union Oil and Omar
Grimes to satisfy each through a joint application.
Commissioner Bertucelli questioned vehicles being returned when the station
is not open. Mr. Grimes stated in some instances this is unavoidable, and
each person is advised to return the vehicle before closing time.
The Commission concurred to continue this matter until a solution can be
arrived at with Union Oil to incorporate both signs at one location. The
date set for the continuance is October 10, 1978, the regular Planning Com-
mission meeting.
UP-78-456
and
Negative Declaration No. 185
An application by Dino Ropalidis for a Use Permit to construct a dwelling
group on developed property located at 317 California Avenue in the R-3 Multi-
family Zone District.
Staff presented the staff report.
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September 26, 1978
Mrs. David Ochal
316 - 6th Avenue
South San Francisco, CA
Mrs. Ochal, ~essee of the building to be demolished in the rear of this pro-
perty, questloned why she was not notified of this application. Secretary
Costanzo responded that no notice is required to renters; only to property
owners.
Secretary Costanzo indicated that it is the property owner1s responsibility
to notify tenants of any demolition.
Commissioner Slade requested a continuance of this item until more information
can be obtained regarding ownership as well as the relocation of the tenants
here tonight. He also asked if any Federal funds were involved.
T~e ~ommission concurred to continue this item to the regular Planning Com-
mlSSlon meeting of October 24, 1978.
RZ-78-52
and
Negative Declaration No. 187
An application by Alice Marsili to rezone, from R-2 and R-3 to c-o Commercial
Office, the property located on the east side of Oak Avenue south of Grand
Avenue.
Alice Marsili
919 Grand Avenue
South San Francisco, CA
Staff presented the staff report.
Ms. Marsili agreed with all recommendations presented in the staff report.
Commissioner Slade questioned the compatibility of the C-O Zone in relation-
ship to apartments and was assured by Secretary Cost~nzo of the similar nature
of each use.
A Resolution was introduced: II RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO
PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDING THAT THE CITY COUNCIL APPROVE THE REZONING
OF PROPERTIES LOCATED ON THE SOUTHEASTERLY SIDE OF OAK AVENUE BETWEEN GRAND
AVENUE AND 200 FEET SOUTHWESTERLY OF COMMERCIAL AVENUE FROM THE R-2 DUPLEX
FAMILY AND R-3 MULTIPLE FAMILY TO THE C-O COMMERCIAL OFFICE ZONE DISTRICT
INCLUDING NEGATIVE DECLARATION NO. l87.li
Commissioner Grimes motioned that this application be forwarded to the City
Council. This motion was approved by a unanimous roll call vote.
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September 26, 1978
REPORTS
Staff presented the report on the Regional Planning Committee's (RPC)
Policies of County-wide Significance and Draft Bayfront Planning Goals.
The Commission requested a continuance on this report for further review
until the regular Planning Commission Meeting of October 10, 1978.
cor,1MUN I CAT IONS
It was requested that the staff report to the City Council dated October 4,
1978, subject City Community Development Plan be delivered to each Commissioner
by Wednesday, September 27, 1978.
The Commission requested that significant Status Reports be forwarded to
them from the City Council.
GOOD AND ~JEL FARE
Commissioner Grimes commended staff on the efficient handling of the Oroweat
case.
There being nothing further to discuss under Good and Welfare of matters of
interest for the Commi s s ion, Vi ce-Chai rman ~1ull in announced that the next
regular meeting of the Planning Commission would be held on October 10, 1978,
at 7: 30 pi.m. in the Hest Orange Library Audi tori um.
A,~T"..:."h,!,e."mee, til,~n, waS"",:,~,a,"/"dj,O, urned at 12:45 a.m.
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: 1 i am Co ~i,' a ry
Planning Commission
City of South San Francisco
Marcel Campredon, Chairman
P;l anni ng Commi ss i on
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 recorded
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 discussion.
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