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HomeMy WebLinkAbout6-19-18 Final MinutesDESIGN REVIEW BOARD MINUTES CITY OF SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO DATE: June 19, 2018 TIME: 4:00 PM MEMBERS PRESENT: Harris, Nelson, Nilmeyer, Williams & Vieira MEMBERS ABSENT: None STAFF PRESENT: Tony Rozzi, Principal Planner Billy Gross, Senior Planner Rozalynne Thompson, Associate Planner Justin Shiu, Consultant Planner Patricia Cotla, Planning Technician · OWNER Britannia Pointe Grand LP APPLICANT HCP Life Science ADDRESS 210 East Grand Avenue PROJECT NUMBER P18-0035: DR18-0015 PROJECT NAME Exterior Modifications (Case Planner: Billy Gross) DESCRIPTION Design Review for exterior modifications to an industrial building at 210 East Grand Avenue in the Business and Technology Park (BTP) Zoning District in accordance with Title 20 of the South San Francisco Municipal Code and determination that the project is categorically exempt from CEQA, per Class 1, Section 15301. The Board had the following comments: 1. Replace the proposed Olea europaea ‘Little Ollie’ species, which is a small shrub form of olive, with Olea europaea 'Swan Hill', seedless olive tree or similar species that requires minimal watering. 2. The proposed exterior material changes should match the existing building. Recommend approval with comments. · OWNER Genentech, Inc. APPLICANT Genentech, Inc. ADDRESS 475 East Grand Avenue PROJECT NUMBER P18-0040: DR18-0019 PROJECT NAME New Indoor/Outdoor Dining Area (Case Planner: Tony Rozzi) DESCRIPTION Design Review for a new indoor/outdoor dining area at 475 East Grand Avenue in the Genentech Master Plan (GMP) Zoning District in accordance with Title 20 of the South San Francisco Municipal Code and determination that the project is categorically exempt from CEQA, per Class 1, Section 15301. The Board had the following comments: 1. The Board liked the proposed design of the building. 2. The band color around the new building should match the existing building. 3. Add some Oak trees around the new structure. Recommend approval with comments. · OWNER Genentech, Inc. APPLICANT Genentech, Inc. ADDRESS 781 Forbes Blvd PROJECT NUMBER P18-0039: DR18-0020 PROJECT NAME New Indoor & Outdoor Dining Area (Case Planner: Tony Rozzi) DESCRIPTION Design Review for a new indoor/outdoor dining area at 781 Forbes Blvd in the Genentech Master Plan (GMP) Zoning District in accordance with Title 20 of the South San Francisco Municipal Code and determination that the project is categorically exempt from CEQA, per Class 3, Section 15303. Per the Applicant, item was pulled from agenda. · OWNER Jerry Ivy TR APPLICANT Jerry Ivy TR ADDRESS 465 Cabot Road PROJECT NUMBER P18-0038: MUP18-0006, DR18-0018 & TDM18-0007 PROJECT NAME New Commercial Building (Case Planner: Justin Shiu) DESCRIPTION Minor Use Permit, Design Review and Transportation Demand Management Plan to construct a new Business Services Building at 465 Cabot Road in the Business and Technology Park (BTP) Zoning District in accordance with Title 20 of the South San Francisco Municipal Code and determination that the project is categorically exempt from CEQA, per Class 32, Section 15332. The Board had the following comments: 1. The design of the proposed project is too massive and boxy for the site. 2. The project is lacking articulation and has an outdated building appearance. 3. Consider incorporating some different material elements or color design to help break up the massing of the building. Color bands may help break up blank look of walls. 4. On the rear elevation, consider adding some vertical bands to help break up the blank wall. 5. Revise the ADA path of travel from the building to the sidewalk, as it may not meet building code requirements. 6. On Sheet C3.0, the 6” vertical curb label and flush curb label may need to be corrected. 7. The Board does not like the ADA ramps and railings, and associated retaining walls, being the focal point of the building. Consider reducing the height of the ramps and lower the ramps to be lower to the sidewalk. Alternatively, consider pulling the ramp back, reducing the retaining walls, with trees and landscaping up front. 8. Redesign the front plaza to create a sense of arrival to the site. 9. Applicant needs to provide a Topography plan. 10. For every tree being removed on site two 24" box trees must be replanted, therefore please revise the landscape plan accordingly; in addition, please identify “existing” vs. “proposed” trees on the site and landscaping plan(s). Any removal of trees will require a tree removal permit from the Department of Parks and Recreation. 11. Include a landscaping plan, as certain species on the plans will not survive the SSF elements or strive at this location, as the following will not work: · Purple Plum · Brisbane Box · Mexican Feathergrass (Invasive species should not be planted) · Ice Plant · Deer Grass 11. Ensure renderings and the site plan is consistent with the proposed landscaping plan 12. Review the City’s “Successful Plant List” to determine what species will thrive at this location. Other Planning Comments: 13. The Planning Application fee for the sign program ($1,631) applicable to the proposed monument sign installation has not yet been submitted. 14. Short-term bicycle parking (in addition to the proposed long-term bicycle parking) is also required for the site. The number of short-term bicycle parking spaces must be at least 10% of the number of required parking spaces. Please see Section 20.330.008 for standards on bike parking. 15. Check the proposed long-term bike parking facilities to ensure size and accessibility standards comply with Section 20.330.008. 16. Ensure that the second floor storage space above the AutoChlor office has been counted in the floor area calculation. Include a line in SD1.1 for the space and ensure required parking is met (the space can be counted as warehouse). Resubmittal required. OWNER Braschi Family LTD Partnership APPLICANT Gabe Gonzales ADDRESS 645 Baden Avenue PROJECT NUMBER P18-0034: DR18-0017& AHA18-0001 PROJECT NAME New Residential Development (Case Planner: Justin Shiu) DESCRIPTION Affordable Housing Agreement and Design Review to construct 6 new residential units at 645 Baden Avenue in the Downtown Medium Residential (DRM) Zoning District in accordance with Title 20 of the South San Francisco Municipal Code and determination that the project is categorically exempt from CEQA, per Class 32, Section 15332. The Board had the following comments: 1. The design of the proposed project is too massive and boxy for the site. 2. The design looks like an industrial building with a lot of railings. 3. The design of the project is not compatible to the neighborhood. 4. The contemporary vernacular was not well-received. 5. The plans are lacking articulation. 6. The Board is concerned with the lack of parking on-site with the number of units being proposed. 7. Check with the Engineering Department if the proposed parking stall layout will meet the regulations. 8. The site is lacking a children’s play area, as well out an outdoor area for the residents to utilize. 9. The size of the building may cast shadows. 10. The plans are lacking a trash enclosure area. 11. The landscaping plan is missing street trees. Street trees scale with the building. 12. How do retaining walls look and work at the property lines with the change in slope/elevation on the site? 13. Review the City’s Success Plant List for recommendations of tree species. 14. Ensure C3 requirements are met 15. Show how water treatment and drainage works on the site (no bioswales?) Resubmittal required. OWNER HCP Inc. APPLICANT FLX Bio, Inc ADDRESS 571 Eccles Avenue PROJECT NUMBER P18-0036: DR18-0016 PROJECT NAME Exterior Modifications (Case Planner: Rozalynne Thompson) DESCRIPTION Design Review for exterior modifications to an industrial building at 571 Eccles Avenue in the Business and Technology Park (BTP) Zoning District in accordance with Title 20 of the South San Francisco Municipal Code and determination that the project is categorically exempt from CEQA, per Class 1, Section 15301. The Board had the following comments: 1. The Board recommends approving the submitted plans. 2. The trees in the front of the building should be replaced, as one of the trees in the photo appears to have weathered and not thriving at this location. Recommend Approval with Conditions. OWNER Kahn Enterprises LLC APPLICANT Bella Vista Development Co. ADDRESS 40 Airport Blvd PROJECT NUMBER P18-0006: PRE18-0001 PROJECT NAME New 8-Story Residential Building (Case Planner: Rozalynne Thompson) DESCRIPTION Preliminary Review for a new residential 8-story building at 40 Airport Blvd in the Freeway Commercial (FC) Zoning District in accordance with Title 20 of the South San Francisco Municipal Code. The Board had the following comments on the review: 1. The design of the proposed project is too massive and boxy for the site. 2. The plans are drawn incorrectly reflecting a massive opening on the southwest elevation. 3. The Board is concern with the parking lot layout as the lights from the cars will face directly into the adjacent hotel rooms. 4. The Board prefers one roof style, the project looks like several buildings. 5. The project needs to have more articulation. 6. Consider incorporating more offsets, recesses, and/or architectual details to break up the long horizontal and vertical facades. 7. The project needs to have a front entrance off the main street 8. The plans are lacking a pickup and dropoff zone. Consider incorporating an area by the front entrance. 9. Review the material finishes determining how it will weather the SSF element. 10. Work with SSF Scavenger on a proper location for a trash enclosure and a pickup and drop off plan. 11. Review your landscaping plans, as certain species will not survive the SSF elements. 12. Review the City’s Success Plant List for recommendations. Resubmittal required on the preliminary review.