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HomeMy WebLinkAbout06/10/1968I PLANNING COMMISSION TOWN OF LOS ALTOS HILLS MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING June 10, 1968 Chairman W. F. Minckley called the meeting to order at 7:51 P. M. at the Town Hall, 26379 Fremont Road, Los Altos Hills, California. The follow- ing members answered Roll Call: Present: Commissioners Lachenbruch, Magleby, Perkins, Chairman Minckley, Absent: Commissioners Dawson, Hibner and Sherlock (Commissioner Sherlock arrived at 8:00 P. M.). COUNCIL REPRESENTATIVE: Councilman Mary C. Davey. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: May 13, 1968. Amendment: Page 4, Divisions of Land, Tentative Maps, Suburban Associates, para. 2, insert in the last sentence, "...appear to have reasonable building sites." MOTION, SECONDED AND CARRIED: Commissioner Lachenbruch moved, seconded by Perkins and carried unanimously, that the Minutes of May 13, 1968 be approved as amended. COMMUNICATIONS: 1) City Clerk read petition dated June 10, 1968 signed by Florence M. Fava, 26691 Moody Road, and fourteen (14) other residents of the MAPS Area, requesting discussion of an overall development plan fox the MAPS Area prior to the issuance of any further permits and also raising cer- tain questions regarding movement of heavy equipment over private roads. Commission concurred that this matter should be agended for the Study Session, June 24th, and referred the letter to the City Attorney. ANNOUNCEMENTS 1) City Clerk noted the Commission had held a Study Session on May 28, 1968, which included the following considerations: a) Commission concurred that a General Plan review should be initiated following implementation of slope density regulations. b) Commission set a Public Hearing June 10, 1968 re: Creation of Open Space Reserve Zone and directed Planner to initiate guidelines for this general purpose. c) Commission reviewed Building Site Approval procedures and requested City Engineer to prepare a Check List of requirements to be shown on Record of Survey maps. d) Commission reviewed policy requirements for future subdivision improvements. NEW BUSINESS: Aw 1. Public Hearing re: Creation of Open Space Reserve Zone. Chairman Minckley declared the Public Hearing open at 7:58 P. M. City Planner presented memorandum to the Commission dated June 10, 1968, PUBLIC HEARING cent'd.: explaining the following two concepts considered by the Commission for preserving land as open space: 1) Freeway Corridor Combining District (Freeway Buffer Zone of Open Space); and 2) Open Space Reserve. Commissioner Sherlock arrived at 8:00 P. M. City Planner noted that increased setbacks along the Freeway might re- duce building flexibility and, while this approach has merit, it would require considerable study. City Planner suggested the following guidelines for the second concept, Open Space Reserve: Permitted Uses - 1) Agricultural uses, including horticulture and grazing; 2) public park$ and open spaces in conformance with the General Plan. Conditional -Uses - 1) Boarding stables; 2) agricultural and horticultural buildings. City Planner recommended the following required conditions: 1) no grading or clearing without Planning Commission approval, and 2) maximum building coverage, 5%. There being no comment from the Floor, Chairman Minckley declared the Public Hearing closed at 8:07 P. M. Commission discussion ensued concerning rezoning procedures, revision to the General Plan and long range implications of the Open Space concept. MOTION, SECONDED AND CARRIED: Commissioner Perkins moved, seconded by Sherlock and carried unanimously, that the Planning Commission recommend approval to the Council of the concept of Open Space Reserve, noting that this concept has to be examined in more detail, particularly in relation to the General Plan; and, recommending that the application of the concept of Open Space Reserve to property bordering the Freeway or major creeks in the Town should be considered. VARIANCES: 1. Morrison, G. D. (V-305-68) - Request for 25' reduction in street setback to 15' and 10' reduction in front setback to 30' at 25627 Elena Road for residence addition. Staff report was presented noting that Mr. Morrison desires to add a second story to his home within existing sub -standard setbacks. Staff noted no objections have been received and recommended approval. Commissioner Sherlock presented the Map Committee report, noting that the second story addition appeared reasonable and recommended approval. MOTION, SECONDED AND CARRIED: Commissioner Lachenbruch moved, seconded by Perkins and carried unanimously, that, pursuant to Section 65-906 of the State Planning Act, the Commission recommend approval of the variance application of G. D. Morrison (B-305-68) for 25t reduction in street setback to 15' and 10' reduction in front setback to 30' at 25627 Elena Road. 4W -2- VARIANCES: Cont'd.: 2. Thomas, D. V. (V-307-68) - Request for 10' reduction in side setback to 201 for pool at 26444 Ascension Drive. Staff report was presented noting a vertical separation between the pool and adjacent property which would appear to prevent impingement upon adjacent property. Staff noted no objections have been received and recommended approval, subject to an explanation concerning the necessity for 18' between the pool and the house. The applicant was not present and Commission concurred that the 18' separation appeared reasonable. NOTION, SECONDED AND CARRIED: Commissioner Lachenbruch moved, seconded by Sherlock and carried unanimously, that, pursuant to Section 65-906 of the State Planning Act, Commission recommend approval of the variance application of D. V. Thomas (V-307-68) for 10' reduction in side setback to 20' for pool at 26444 Ascension Drive. USE PERMIT: 1.. Goates, Floyd W. (UP -306-68) - Request for Secondary Dwelling at 13730 Burke Road. Staff report was presented noting that the applicant has requested a secondary dwelling for use by an on -premise caretaker and that a building permit was issued in 1957 for a storage shed, with subsequent permits being issued for electrical outlets and water facilities. Staff noted the net acreage of the lot is .916 acres and that Zoning Ordinance No. 78 does not permit a secondary dwelling on a parcel less than 1.0 acres in net area. Staff recommended that if the appli- cation were amended to also request a variance from the 1.0 acre requirement for a secondary dwelling, the following conditions should be satisfied: 1) compliance with Health Department requirements to pump and fill the existing septic tank and connect to sanitary sewer lines on the property; 2) compliance with the setback requirements of Zoning Ordinance No. 78; and 3) compliance with remainder of Zoning Ordinance No. 78, Section VII, Paragraph 7:120 (prohibiting kitchen facilities, etc.). Commission discussion ensued with Floor participation by Colonel Goates and James C. Hoffman, attorney representing Colonel Goates. Mr. Hoffman noted the following: 1) an acquisition of approximately .13 acres which increased the size of the parcel to more than 1.0 acres; 2) that the Health Department is willing to recommend a temporary septic permit; 3) that the existing structure is within the 30' setback requirements, except for one corner of the structure; 4) that there were no objections by neighbors; and 5) that the health condition of the applicant and vandalism problem in the area necessitated a caretaker, who has occupied the cottage for the past ten months and that the cottage now has kitchen facilities. to -3- USE PERMITS: Goates cont'd.: MOTION AND SECOND: Commissioner Magleby moved, seconded by Lachenbruch, that the Planning Commission recommend approval of the request of Floyd W. Goates (UP -306-68) for secondary dwelling at 13730 Burke Road, subject to the following conditions: 1) submission of a copy of the title report to the Staff to confirm the acreage, 2) applicant to update the necessary permits required by the Town, and 3) applicant to meet the requirements of the Health Department; and, pursuant to Section 65-906 of the State Planning Act, recommend approval of the applicant's request to be exempt from Zoning Ordinance No. 78, Section VII, Paragraph 7:120 and of the applicant's request to reduce the setback to accommodate the existing structure. Commission discussion ensued concerning the duration of the conditional use permit and the conditions mitigating the variance requests. AMENDMENT TO MOTION: Commissioner Magleby moved, seconded by Lachenbruch, that the Motion be amended as follows: "This conditional use permit shall be reconsidered after a five year interval." VOTE: The Amended Motion recommending approval of(UP-306-68) and related variance requests was carried unanimously by voice vote. BUILDING SITE APPROVALS: 1) Hahn, Robert J. (BSA -43-68) 1 lot, Esperanza Drive. Staff report was presented noting that the lot was created in 1958 as a numbered lot of Recorded Tract No. 2056, that all improvements had been required, and recommending approval. A Check List was prepared with the following additional condition: In lieu payment for Parks and Open Space per Ordinance No. 117. MOTION, SECONDED, AND CARRIED: Commissioner Lachenbruch moved, seconded by Sherlock and carried unanimously that the request of Robert J. Hahn (BSA -43-68), 1 lot for building site approval, be recommended for approval subject to the conditions of the Check List. 2) Miller, Donald K. (BSA -44-68) 1 lot, Natoma Road. Staff report was presented noting the parcel has a gross acreage of 2.562 acres and an average slope of 20.8%. The Pathways Committee recommended a 10' path easement along the easterly and southerly boun- daries. Staff recommended approval subject to the requirement of a preliminary title report, a 30' dedication from the centerline of Natoma Road and the improvement of Natoma Road to Town Standards. Mr. Miller requested that a 5' path easement be required along the easterly boundary. Commission concurred with a 5' path easement along easterly boundary and a 10' path easement along southerly boundary of the lot. -4- BUILDING SITS APPROVALS: Miller cont'd.: Planning Commission discussion ensued concerning computation of net acreage. Mr. Miller noted that under Subdivision Ordinance No. 69 only 20' would be deducted in computing net acreage, even though the road dedication would be 301. Commission confirmed that this would be applicable to a subdivision but not to a building site approval. Commissioner Perkins noted that due to the average slope of the parcel, it might not be possible to divide the land even with the 20' dedication. The item was deferred to July 8th at the request of the applicant. 3) Johnson, M. R. (BSA -45-68) 1 lot, Purissima Road. Staff report was presented noting the 2.497 net acre parcel was approved September 12, 1956 as part of the Baker Subdivision. Staff recommended approval, subject to the requirement of preliminary title report, proof of deeded access and the improvement of access to Town Standards. A Check List was prepared with the following additional condition: Parks and Open Space in lieu payment per Ordinance No. 117. MOTION, SECONDED AND CARRIED: Commissioner Perkins moved, seconded by Sherlock and carried unanimously, that the request of M. R. Johnson (BSA -45-68), 1 lot for building site approval, be recommended for approval, subject to the conditions of the Check List. 4) Kamm, M. D. (BSA -46-68) 1 lot, El Monte Road. Staff report was presented noting a 30' wide panhandle access to El Monte and that the 1.518 net acre parcel was created in December, 1953. Staff recommended approval, subject to the requirement of a preliminary title report, the granting of sewer easements and the improvement of access to El Monte Road to Town Standards. Chairman Minekley presented the Map Committee Report noting the difficult access and need for a site location plan. Commission discussion ensued with Floor participation by Mr. Kamm and John Price, 12215 Edgecliff Place. A Check List was prepared with the following additional condition: Parks and Open Space in lieu payment per Ordinance No. 117. MDTION, SECONDED AND CARRIED: Commissioner Sherlock moved, seconded by Perkins and carried unanimously, that the request of M. D. Kamm (BSA -46-68) 1 lot for building site approval, be recommended for approval subject to the conditions of the Check List, 5) Clement, R. D. (BSA -47-68) 1 lot, Altamont Road. Staff report was presented noting the 13.4 acre parcel was created in 1947 and that there is an existing stable, horsering and garage on the property. Staff recommended approval, subject to a 30' dedication from centerline of Altamont Road, in lieu path payment for Altamont Road frontage and the improvement of Altamont Road to Town Standards. -5- BUILDING SITE APPROVALS - Clement cont'd.: Mr. Clement requested the requirement for improving approximately 575' of Altamont Road frontage be waived. Mr. Clement also noted that the construction of a home and guest house on the property had been previ- AW ously approved in concept by both the Planning Commission and Council. Commission discussion ensued and Commission concurred that the road improvement requirements should be deleted. A Check List was prepared with the following additional condition: Park and Open Space in lieu payment per Ordinance No. 117. MOTION, SECONDED AND CARRIED: Commissioner Lachenbruch moved, seconded by Sherlock and carried unanimously, that the request of R. D. Clement (BSA -47-68) 1 lot for building site approval, be recommended for approval subject to the conditions of the Check List. DIVISIONS OF LAND: Tentative Maps: 1. Campbell, Don M. (344-68) 3 lots, Robleda Road. Bngr. J. W. Riley. Staff report was presented noting that the subdivision has a gross acreage of 4.47 acres and an average slope of 28.3%, and satisfies the requirements of the slope density ordinance. Staff noted that a 160' circle could not be inscribed in the usable portions of lots #2 and 3 and that in lieu payments for paths and Robleda Road improvements were paid in 1966 by the Treat Subdivision. Staff recommended approval of all requests shown on the Tentative Map, except for the request for no improvement to the private road, recommending the entire driveway be improved to Town Standards. Chairman Minckley presented the Map Committee report, noting possible future access to lots #1 and 2 but recommending the relief for improve- ments on the driveway not be made until such future access is provided. Mr. Riley noted that the intent of the 160' circle requirement is being met even though it slightly overlaps the private road area. Commission discussion ensued concerning the request that a parcel map be filed. City Engineer noted that driveway improvements would be constructed prior to the filing of the Parcel Map. The Check List was prepared with the following additional conditions: 1) Park and Open Space in lieu payment per Ordinance No. 117; 2) Denial of request for no private road improvements. MOTION, SECONDED AND CARRIED: Commissioner Lachenbruch moved, seconded by Magleby and carried unanimously, that the Planning Commission recommend approval of the Tentative Map of Don M. Campbell (344-68), 3 lots, subject to the conditions of the Check List, 2. Wright, Elsie (345-68) 2 lots, Elena Road. Engr. J. Hammond. This item was withdrawn from the Agenda at the request of the applicant. 40 -6- OTHER BUSINESS: 1) Commissioner Perkins noted that it would be desirable for the 4 Commission to review maps prior to the Commission meetings. Staff noted administrative procedures were being changed to allow earlier distribution of maps to all Commissioners. 2) Commission concurred the following items should be agended for the Study Session on June 24th: a) Discussion of overall development plan for MAPS Area. b) Review of Ordinance No. 102, regarding building site approval. c) Report on slope density implementation. There being no further regular business to come before the Commission, Chairman Minckley adjourned the meeting at 11:39 P. M. TO: STUDY SESSION: Monday, June 24, 1968, at 7:45 P. M. at the Town Hall. NEXT REGULAR MEETING: Monday, July 8, 1968, at 7:45 P. M. at the Town Hall. PLANNING COMMISSION REPRESENTATIVE TO COUNCIL MEETING OF JUNE 17TH: MAP COMMITTEE FOR JULY 8TH MEETING: DRL/mam 6/10/68 Ll Commissioner G. Sherlock Commissioners Hibner and Magleby. Respectfully submitted, L. DAWSON, SECRETARY Planning Commission Town of Los Altos Hills -7-