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September 12, 1985 Regular Meeting of the South San
Francisco Planning Commission
MEMBERS PRESENT: Chairman Terry, Vice-Chair Wendler,
Commissioners Agee, Boblitt, Getz, and
Hoyer
MEMBERS ABSENT: Commissioner Martin
ALSO PRESENT:
Planning Staff
Jean T. Smith
Robert Schubert
DCM/CD&A
Mark Lewis
DCM/CE
Robert Yee
Assistant City Atty
Robert Kasper
Police Department
Sgt Ron Petrocchi
Building Division
Ray Laur
Fire Department
Tom Reaves
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
APPROVAL OF MINUTES August 8, 1985.
requested a correction to Page 1471,
Motel), UP-80-566/Mod 3. He stated
the antenna was not integral to the
monetary decision, not required for
Commissioner Getz
D.G. Patel (Sierra
that his intent was that
use because it was a
the motel use.
Motion-Boblitt/Second Getz: To approve the minutes of
August 8, 1985 as corrected. Unanimously approved with
Vice-Chair Wendler Abstaining.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
Chairman Terry expressed concern about two businesses which
have use permits as gasoline service stations. One on
Hillside Boulevard and Linden Avenue is a repair shop for 4-
wheel drive vehicles; the other is the General Rent-A-Car
outlet, which sells gasoline to itself. Planning Director
Smith stated that Staff is looking into this.
Chairman Terry also stated that he had observed that under
the American Flag at Taco Bell, there was a flag which said
"Taco Bell Drive-Thru". He indicated that this is illegal
according to the U.S. Flag Code. He thanked Staff for
initiating action on this matter and noted that the illegal
flag has been removed.
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AGENDA ITEMS (PUBLIC HEARINGS)
D. G. Patel (Sierra Motel) UP-80-566/Mod 3
Use Permit Modification to allow installation of a satellite
dish antenna at an existing motel at 710 Airport Boulevard
in the C-3 Heavy Commercial Zone District (Continued from
the August 8, 1985 Meeting).
September 12, 1985 Staff Report presented.
Applicant Present:
D. G. Patel
220 No. Bayshore Blvd.
San Mateo
Commissioner Getz expressed the same concerns he had at the
August 12, 1985 meeting that the dish is not functionally
necessary for the use and the dish is obtrusive
aesthetically. He stated that he would vote for denial of
this modification and that he had prepared appropriate
findings for denial. It was the consensus of the Commission
that this application be denied. Commissioner Hoyer had an
additional finding (Finding No.4) for denial.
Motion-Getz/Second Wendler: To deny UP-80-566/Mod 3 based
on the following findings:
1. The purpose of the dish is not necessary for the
use and there are less intrusive methods to achieve
the stated objective of the dish.
2. The dish, as proposed, would be obtrusive
aesthetically to surrounding properties now and
potential future adjacent developments.
3. The use will be adverse to the public health,
safety, and general welfare of the community and
detrimental and injurious to the surrounding
properties and improvements.
4. There are alternatives which would allow the stated
objective to be achieved~
Unanimously approved.
Permit Services Enterprise (Arco Oil Co., Owner), UP-82-
619!Modl
Use Permit Modification to install 269 square feet of
signage for identification and for pricing for an MP&G Tune-
up program at 2300 Westborough Boulevard at Gellert
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Boulevard in the C-1 Neighborhood Commercial Zone District.
(Continued from August 8, 1985 Meeting) .
September 12, 1985 Staff Report presented.
Applicant Present:
Richard McKinnley
5500 Shellmount St
Emeryville
The applicant indicated that it was vital to his business
that the building sign indicate MP&G Tune up. He indicated
that other recommendations of the Design Review Board were
met. He indicated that all other conditions are acceptable
but that the sign package be approved in total, i.e., the ID
sign, the freestanding sign, the fascia and building signs.
Commissioner Getz asked the Assistant City Attorney about
the "abandonment" of the 1967 Use Permit. Mr. Kasper
replied that it was his understanding that this particular
use permit allows both the sale of gasoline and the minor
servicing of automobiles. Director Smith stated that the
Zoning Ordinance does not differentiate between a service
station which provides repair service and one that does not.
Commissioner Getz indicated that he believes Arco's request
to provide repair service is an intensification of the
historic use of the site. He was concerned about internal
egress and ingress. He also expressed concern about the
additional noise.
After Commission discussion, Commissioner Getz stated he
would withdraw his objection if the applicant would fence in
the back area so motorists would have to exit onto
Westborough Boulevard
There was further Commission discussion about the signs and
about the traffic circulation.
Motion-Hoyer/Second Agee: To continue UP-82-619/Mod 1 off-
calendar.
Chairman Terry advised the applicant he had a right to ask
for a Commission vote, rather than a continuance, if he so
desired. The applicant indicated he would prefer not to
have a continuance. A short break was called so that the
applicant and the ARCO representative could converse.
After the break, Commissioner Getz advised that he and the
applicant had reached an agreement of certain conditions
upon which the Commission might act tonight. Commissioner
Hoyer withdrew his motion and Commissioner Agee withdrew her
second.
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The following Special Conditions were imposed by the
Commission:
1. The applicant shall comply with the conditions
contained in the attached inter-office memoranda
from the Engineering Divisin and the Building
Division.
2. No signs, including window signs, banners or
pennants shall be installed on the site without
prior City approval.
3. The signs shall be installed in conformance with
the revised plan received by the Planning Division
on July 30, 1985.
4. This approval is only for the proposed freestanding
sign and unilluminated fascia sign. The wall sign
is approved for six months from the effective date
of the permit and then it must be removed. Any
signs required by state law shall be installed in a
position agreed upon by the applicant and Staff.
5. The applicant shall install, on the western side of
the property in the alley, a speed bump before the
repair service commences. A concave mirror at such
location shall be installed to allow viewing of
said alley from the repair area. A short fence, to
be designed by the applicant and approved by staff,
will be installed immediately adjacent to said
alley on the westerly side of the building. The
dumpster shall be relocated.
6. No vehicl~s will be stored on the site longer than
seventy-two (72) hours.
The applicant advised the Commission that he was in
agreement with the above six special conditions.
Motion-Getz/Second Hoyer: To approve UP-82-619/Mod 1 based
on findings and subject to all conditions, including the
above six special conditions. Unanimously approved.
Goodwill Industries, UP-85-730
Use Permit to allow placement of a Goodwill Industries
donation station at Westborough Square Shopping Center on
the northeasterly corner of Westborough and Gellert
Boulevards in a C-l Neighborhood Commecial District.
(Continued from July 11, 1985 Meeting) .
September 12, 1985 Staff Report presented.
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Commissioner Boblitt abstained from voting since her
business has dealings with Goodwill Industries.
Applicant Present:
Janet Barter
155 Winfield St
San Francisco
The applicant stated that there is not any through traffic
at the new location behind Safeway.
Motion-Getz/Second Agee: To approve UP-85-730 based on
findings 'and subject to all conditions contained in the
Staff Report. AYES: Chairman Terry, Vice-Chair Wendler,
Commissioners Agee, Getz, Hoyer. ABSTAINED: Commisisoner
Boblitt
A.W. Albany, UP-85-734, Negative Declaration No. 515
Use Permit to construct three (3) office and warehouse
buildings at 800, 1200, and 1520 Grandview Drive in the
Cabot, Cabot & Forbes Industrial Park, Unit #3. (Continued
from July 11, 1985 Meeting).
September 12, 1985 Staff Report presented.
Applicant's Representative Present:
George Avanessian
914 Linden Avenue
Staff requested a modification to Special Condition No. 5 to
indicate that there be a one-year landscaping contract. The
applicant agreed to this condition.
Commissioner Agee complimented the architect on the color
scheme.
The applicant questioned the condition limiting the
employees to 24. Senior Planner Schubert stated that this
was based upon the parking requirement for light industrial
uses. He cited the Zoning Ordinance which gives parking
standards.
The applicant stated that he accepted this condition.
Motion-Hoyer/Second Wendler: To approve UP-85-734 and
Negative Declaration No. 515 based on findings and subject
to all conditions, including above amended Special Condition
No.5, contained in the Staff Report. Unanimously approved.
Russell Pape, PM-85-228, Negative Declaration No. 495
Tentative Parcel Map to extend the existing property lines
of five (5) contiguous parcels to include adjoining State of
California highway surplus lands along the easterly side of
EI Camino Real, midway between Westborough Boulevard and
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Hickey Boulevard, in the c-o Commercial Office Zone
District. (Continued from June 13, 1985 Meeting) .
Chairman Terry asked if there were a time limit on
continuances for Parcel Maps; there is a Government Code
limit of nine months on certain permits. Director Smith
said Staff would look into this.
Motion-Getz/Second Boblitt: To continue PM-85-228 to
December 12, 1985 unless an earlier date is necessary to
comply with State requirements. Unanimously approved.
William Botieff, PM-85-235
Tentative Parcel Map (EI Camindium condominiums) to
facilitate a boundary line adjustment between EI Camindium
and neighboring property to the north at 455-465 EI Camino
Real in the C-l Neighborhood Commercial Zone District.
September 12, 1985 Staff Report presented.
Applicant Present:
William Botieff
555 Old County Road
San Carlos
The applicant agreed to all conditions proposed by Staff.
Commissioner Agee expressed concern over costs that might be
incurred to the homeowners as a result of possible changes
to the legal descriptions of each unit. She felt that Taco
Bell should be responsible for these possible costs. The
Assistant City Attorney stated this issue should be resolved
btween the condominium owners and Taco Bell.
Motion-Getz/Second Boblitt: To approve PM-85-235 based on
findings and subject to all conditions contained in the
Staff Repor . ~YES: Chairman Terry, Vice-Chair Wendler,
Commissioners Boblitt, Getz, and Hoyer. NOES: Commissioner
Agee.
South San Francisco Unified School District, PM-85-236
Tentative Parcel Map to create one parcel of 7.9+- acres and
a remainder parcel of 13.9+- acres at the Parkway School
located on the easterly side of Chestnut Avenue
approximately 150 feet northerly of Miller Avenue in the R-l
Single Family Zone District.
September 12, 1985 Staff Report presented.
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Applicant's Representative Present:
Joseph R. Bennie
P.O. Box 383
Half Moon Bay
In response to Commissioner Hoyer's question, Mr. Schubert
said a ten foot wide strip along the front would be
dedicated for Chestnut Avenue.
Commissioner Hoyer asked if there were any buyers for the
parcel. Mr. Bennie said a client has an option with the
school district to buy the proprty. He stated that he
believed that Staff had been contacted. Director Smith said
there is a tentative application on the part of Citation
Builders. She also said that any development on that site
has to be single family, detached, with, basically, the same
density as the existing developments in that area. She
indicated that the subject of tonight's meeting was the
parcel map only.
Motion-Hoyer/Second Agee: To approve PM-85-236 based on
findings and subject to all conditions contained in the
Staff Report. Unanimously approved.
La Quinta Motor Inns, Inc. (American Standard, Inc., Owner) ,
UP~85-733, Negative Declaration No. 514
Use Permit to allow construction of a 174 unit motel and
restaurant on the northeasterly corner of Airport Boulevard
and San Mateo and Produce Avenues in the M-2 Industrial Zone
District.
September 12, 1985 Staff Report presented.
The Assistant City Attorney requested the following change
to Special Condition No.6:
"6. That prior to the issuance of a building permit
for the northern parcel, the applicant shall
submit evidence satisfactory to the Staff and the
City Attorney that the applicant has obtained from
Southern Pacific Railroad Company adequate access
between the two parcels."
Commissioner Getz requested that Special Condition 4 be
amended to include a one-year landscape maintenance
agreement.
Applicant Present:
Julian Munoz
Group 4/Arch.
457 Forbes Blvd.
Maria Lu
Barton-Aschman Assoc
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Commission concern was expressed regarding the restaurant.
Mr. Munoz stated that the applicant fully intends to have a
restaurant at this location prior to occupancy.
In response to Commissioner Getz's question, a represen-
tative from La Quinta stated that a regional chain-type
restaurant would probably be chosen. Commissioner Getz
commented that proposals for fast food restaurants in the
area have been denied; the representative stated that the
restaurants vary in different La Quinta locations but none
are classified fast food.
Commission exprssed concern about the signs. Special
Condition No. 1 was amended to indicate that the applicant
obtain Planning Commission approval for signs.
Motion-Hoyer/Second Wendler: To approve UP-85-733 and
Negative Declaration No. 514 based on findings and subject
to all conditions, including above amended Special
Conditions No. 1 and 6, contained in the Staff Report.
Unanimously approved.
Items from Staff
Director Smith requested that the Commission set October 10,
1985 as a hearing date for a parking exemption for Weight
Watchers, 415 Grand Avenue (PE-85-1), as required for the
interim parking ordinance. She indicated that the Parking
Place Commission has reviewed this application and will have
a recommendation to the Planning Commission.
Director Smith asked if any Commissioners desired to attend
the Planning Commissioners Institute on October 26, 1985.
Chairman Terry said he planned to attend. Director Smith
asked that this meeting be adjourned to Thursday, September
26, for a Zoning Ordinance Workshop.
Items from the Commission
Commissioner Agee asked what the Technical Advisory Group
was. Staff explained the purpose of the group.
Adjournment: 11 P.M. (To September 26, 1985, 7:30 P.M.,
Municipal Services Building.)
Eugene P. Terry, Chairman
Planning Commission
City of So. San Francisco
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