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HomeMy WebLinkAbout9-18-18 Final DRB MinutesDESIGN REVIEW BOARD MINUTES CITY OF SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO DATE: September 18, 2018 TIME: 4:00 PM MEMBERS PRESENT: Mateo, Nelson, Nilmeyer, Vieira & Williams MEMBERS ABSENT: None STAFF PRESENT: Tony Rozzi, Principal Planner Billy Gross, Senior Planner Ryan Wassum, Associate Planner Justin Shiu, Consultant Planner Patricia Cotla, Planning Technician 1. Adminstrative Business – Bylaw Discusssion - Schedule a Joint Study Session with Planning Commission & Design Review Board to define their direction and role of the DRB Board. - Review the proposed DRB Bylaws. 2. OWNER Slough BTC APPLICANT Hyde Engineering Services, Inc. ADDRESS 329 Oyster Point Blvd PROJECT NUMBER P18-0060: DR18-0028 PROJECT NAME New Equipment Enclosure (Case Planner: Billy Gross) DESCRIPTION Design Review for a new equipment enclosure at 329 Oyster Point Blvd in the Business Commercial (BC) Zoning District in accordance with Title 20 of the South San Francisco Municipal Code and determination that the project is categorically exempt from CEQA. The Board had the following comments: 1. On the north and west sides of the enclosure, continue the existing landscaping with additional trees to match the existing trees on the adjacent slope and add Toyon closer to the enclosure. Recommend Approval with comments. 3. OWNER Abdul Hakim APPLICANT Rafia Hakim ADDRESS 423 Commercial Avenue PROJECT NUMBER P18-0058: DR18-0027 PROJECT NAME Multi-Resident Development (Case Planner: Ryan Wassum) DESCRIPTION Design Review to construct four new rental Townhomes at 423 Commercial Avenue in the Downtown Residential High (DRH) Zoning District in accordance with Title 20 of the South San Francisco Municipal Code and determination that the project is categorically exempt from CEQA. The Board had the following comments: 1. On all elevations, consider a different stucco color other than the green that is warmer and more complementary of the other materials and colors. The proposed stucco should be smooth and not rough or texturized. 2. The first floor patios in the rear of the townhomes do not look usable. Consider reorganizing the private patios to a new location that increases functionality and usability. 3. On the side elevations, show the stairs in the setbacks that connect the ground floor with the private open spaces. 4. On floor plans 1-3, some of the stairwells and landings are drawn or shown incorrectly; please revise accordingly. 5. Consider reducing the depth of the bay windows on the sides of the home in order to provide adequate setbacks from adjacent properties. 6. Landscape Plan: a. Include detailing for all proposed tree species, shrubs, groundcovers, and hardscapes. b. For the proposed front yard trees, select a species that will scale well with the 3- story townhomes such as a Columnar English Oak or Armstrong Maple. c. For the proposed grass pavers, consider using invisible structures instead. 7. Rooftop open space: a. Check with the Building Division if the proposed roof hatch will meet building code requirements. The roof hatch may be more suitable for a commercial building to access mechanical equipment; please evaluate alternative ways to more easily and safely access the rooftop open space. b. Consider using cable rails instead of glass panels on both sides of the structures in order to help reduce the view of side polls. 8. Roof Plan: Submit a detailed roof plan. 9. Grading Plan: Submit a detailed grading plan as the site may have some potential drainage issues. 10. Historic Resource Analysis: Due to the removal of the existing, and older, home on the property, please submit a historic resource analysis (1-2 pages) from a licensed architect or architectural historian that summarizes whether the existing home has any historic significance. Resubmittal required. 4. OWNER June & Robert Bates APPLICANT Vincent Franceshelli ADDRESS 199 Airport Blvd PROJECT NUMBER P17-0098: DR17-0064 PROJECT NAME Exterior Modification (Case Planner: Justin Shiu) DESCRIPTION Design Review for exterior modifications to an existing commercial building at 199 Airport Blvd in the Downtown Transit Core (DTC) Zoning District in accordance with Title 20 of the South San Francisco Municipal Code and determination that the project is categorically exempt from CEQA. The Board had the following comments: 1. The Board liked the color scheme. 2. The signs are not part of this DRB review. 3. The applicant will submit a sign permit at a later date. 4. The applicant shall return with a landscape plan that proposes updated landscaping since the landscaping on-site has an outdated appearance. As the building is being modernized, the landscaping should be updated to match. 5. The new landscaping should have low water use plants. 6. Additional trees need to be planted along the street facing sides of the property. Two to three trees should be planted along the Airport Boulevard side. . 7. The brick veneer should be extended down to the bottom of the façade (to the ground). Resubmittal required. 5. OWNER Allan & Henry Inc. APPLICANT Allan & Henry Inc. ADDRESS 439 Eccles Avenue PROJECT NUMBER P18-0019: DR18-0024 PROJECT NAME Exterior Modification (Case Planner: Justin Shiu) DESCRIPTION Design Review for exterior modifications to an existing commercial building at 439 Eccles Avenue in the Business 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. The Board had the following comments: 1. The Board liked the design concept 2. The site is lacking an ADA access path to the sidewalk. An accessible pathway shall be added at the front of the site to provide a connection to the sidewalk. 3. Relocate the proposed carport to the back of the property as the carport is too tall for the proposed area. At the minimum, move the carport back two to three stalls. 4. The new proposed gate should be installed behind the landscaping hedge and concrete wall, to preserve the existing hedge. Note the hedge is the strongest element in the design and should be preserved and protected. Recommend Approval with Comments 6. OWNER Li Xiao Ming APPLICANT Dong Wen Liang ADDRESS 856 Grand Avenue PROJECT NUMBER P18-0045: DR18-0021 PROJECT NAME New Single Family (Case Planner: Justin Shiu) DESCRIPTION “Resubmittal” - Design Review to construct a new single family dwelling at 856 Grand Avenue in the Downtown Residential Low (DRL) Zoning District in accordance with Title 20 of the South San Francisco Municipal Code and determination that the project is categorically exempt from CEQA. The Board had the following comments: 1. The Board is concerned that the proposed revised development is still too massive and out of character with the existing neighborhood. 2. The Board prefers the stone wall to be wrapped around the building, instead of the cut out appearance. 3. Put aluminum stripping between the first and second story to break up the walls. . 4. Cut down the second story massing. Consider stepping in the 2nd floor bedrooms to add some articulation to the 2nd story elevations. 5. Consider adding some lap sliding to the 2nd story to help break up the overall massing of the dwelling. 6. Pull back the right side of the wall at the rear of the building to create more open space. 7. The plans need to have a grading plan. 8. Consult with a Civil Engineering, as the site could have some potential drainage issues. 9. Add a street tree in the front yard. Resubmittal required – continue to work staff on revisions.