HomeMy WebLinkAboutOrd 0809ORDINANCE NO„309
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 1904, ARTICLE 50,
PART X OF THE 1941 ORDINANCE CODE OF THE CITY
OF BURLINGAME DIVIDING THE CITY INTO DISTRICTS
BY CLASSIFYING ACREAGE HEREIN DESCRIBED TO
LIGHT INDUSTRIAL (M -I.) DISTRICT.
The City Council of the City of Burlingame does ordain
as follows:
SECTION 1. Section 1904, Article 50, Part X of the
1941 Ordinance Code of the City of Burlingame is hereby
amended by classifying the parcel of real property particu-
larly described in Exhibit A attached hereto, incorporated
herein, and made a part of this ordinance, which is here-
tofore unclassified to a Light Industrial (M=1) District.
SECTION 2. This ordinance shall be published as
required by law.
I, [Herbert K. White, City Clerk, do hereby certify
that the foregoing ordinance was introduced at a regular
meeting of the City Council held on the 20th day of
July , 1964, and adopted thereafter at a regular meet-
ing of the City Council held on the 3rd day of
August , 1964, by the following votes
Ayes: CouncilmensCrosby-Diederichsen-George-Johnson-Martin
Noes: CouncilmensNone
Absent Councilmen:
City Clerk
PLANNING COMMISSION OF Ti{F. CITY OF BURLINGAME, CALIFORNIA
RESOLUTION N0, 2-64
RECOMMENDING THE AMENDMENT OF SECTION 1904 OF
THE BURLINCAME ORDINANCE CODE OF 1941 AND THE
ZONING MAP T11FREIN INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE
BY CLASSIFYING LANDS ENCOMPASSED WITHIN
RECLAMATION DISTRICT NO„ 2097, KNOWN AS "LANDS
OF KEYSTON", HERETOFORE UNCLASSIFIED TO LICHT
INDUSTRIAL (M-1) DISTRICT°
WHEREAS, on May 25, 1964, pursuant to the provisions of
Section 1906 of the Burlingame Ordinance Code, the Planning Com-
mission of the City of Burlingame decided, on its own initiative,
to consider the matter of recommending to the City Council of
said city that the area known as "Reclamation District No. 2097",
also known as "Lands of Keyston", and more fully described in
Exhibit A, attached hereto and made a part of this resolution,
and which is heretofore unclassified, be classified Light Industrial
(M-1) District, and
WHEREAS, on said date the Planning Commission fixed Monday,
,June 229 1964, at 8:00 p.m., in the Council Chambers of the Bur-
lingame City Hall at 267 Park Road, Burlingame, California, as the
time and place of hearing upon said matter; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission finds that notice of time
and place of said public hearing has been given by publication and
by written notice to all property owners of record within a radius
of 500 feet from the property to be classified as required by the
provisions of Sections 6061 and 65651 of the Government Code and
of Section 1907 of the Burlingame Ordinance Code and that no other
WHEREAS, said public hearing was held by the Planning Cow -
mission at the time and place set forth in said publication and
written notices, at which hearing all interested persons were heard
and evidence, both oral and documentary, was received;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT:
1. The Planning Commission hereby makes the findings set
forth in Exhibit B. attached hereto, incorporated herein, and made
a part hereof,
2. The Planning Commission recommends to the City Council
that Section 1904 of the Burlingame Ordinance Code and the Zoning
Map therein incorporated by reference be amended by classifying
the property particularly described in said Exhibit A as Light
Industrial (ti -l) District.
3., The Secretary of the Planning Commission be, and he is
hereby, ordered to transmit to the City Council a copy of his
minutes of said public hearing, as and for the summary of hearing
provided for by law.
4. The Secretary of the Planning Commission be, and he is
hereby, ordered to transmit to the City Council a certified copy
of this resolution together with its attachments.
(s$aned) Frank Cistulls
Chairman
of the Planning Commission
of the City of Burlingame
I, John J.Brauner , Secretary of the Planning Commission of
the City of Burlingame, do hereby certify that the foregoing
resolution was introduced at an adjourned meeting of the Planning
Commission on July 13,1964, and adopted thereafter by the follow-
ing vote:
AYES: Commissioners: Brauner, Cistulli, Norberg, Stivers
NOES: Commissioners: None
ABSENT Commissioners: None
ABSTAIN COMMISSIONERS: Edwards, (signed) John _J._Brauner
Kindig
(absent from public hearing)
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EXHIBIT A
Legal description of Keyston Bay property proposed to be
rezoned
All that real property situate in. the City of jjurlinqynv
County of snn yny.,, Aatu of Colifornia described us follows:
Gorzancinu ot a polut on -,k:
Patent line of the S -n Wteo Ranchoo Wherm at licK. n rL &!.o
North from 2L loan spike which marks Vwx poiin a! 5nnnrsaoul�i
of the =Q& ine of Burlingame Avox2e wo !4 e cc, no ine c!,,*
the sixQ X'J;'fnt of wey Won, the baccn, Lanoon to the
City of Sqr Vanoo, inus: Sects .'.did' 1jancljo -1ji1s; KOWL UO2"th.
from said ansuribad point, of oom3:'..ai IIU;'en ay.. at to
the Northerly line of 3ection 1p, T.4 S., H. I W, VA. Diable
Base & Meridian; thence Beat along satid 1:ortijery jjAze of
Sectinn 13. 4,928 feet to the Vorthwesterlycorner of said
Section 18; Inence South allong the West side W' sa= Secti=,
18p 1,096*13 feet to a point; therive s.;if'l side
Of lectlon 10, iouth W 3,-745,70 feet CO a
point; thence South 35B,34 feet to th,3 itorth--i'l-T !Lno of
Bayshore 1'reoway; thence along as!(.*., line Of 'Da-''hore
South East 13700 feet to a ?;oirt; thk.3-0+:i S-Oid.
line of Payshore Freeway Uorth So 011.e -qt alons; Fall d -.irjrtluerly
line of the Sqn untoo Rancho 608,94 feet ho a point; thence,
leaving said Rancho line 3outh 64 0 East W.Of feet to the
Northerly line of Burlingane Avenue; thence si,-1, line
Of Burlingame Avenue North foet to the end
of Burl!n,me .'venue;. thence Ncrth `+r10 0-31:::ast t-nenoe
North 126.OE feet to the point of comncnoing, ?iaita desor:ljed
Parcel containing 1..55 acres nore or less®
EXHIBIT B
Pin RM
The Planning Commission of the City of Burlingame finds
that
In 1954 a new zoning code was adopted which included a
map, adopted by reference, which divided the city into zones
or districts One of these districts was titled "Light
Industrial (M-1) District". Designations of appropriate dis-
tricts were noted on the map.
Through an oversight, some parcels or parts of the city
lying generally on the bay side were not so marked and remain
undesignated. The property which was the subject of this hear-
ing was given no zone classification, neither on the map nor in
the words of the code. As the map and the designations thereon
are an essential part of the code, the lack of proper marking
leaves the area unclassified,
Since that time (January, 1954). it has been wrongfully
assumed that this property was zoned "Light Industrial (M-1)"
since it is similar in location to other properties so desig-
nated. Many actions of the Planning Commission, the City
Council, and the property owners have been taken in the past
few years which were based on this assumption.
It would be a breach of faith if substantive action were
not taken at this time to cure an apparent oversight.. The
subject land should have been designated "Light Industrial (M-1)
District" in accordance with the comprehensive zoning plan of
the city and the Planning Commission recommends that this
action be taken by the City Council.
CITY OF BURLINGAME PLANNING COMMISSION
COMMISSIONERS PRESENT
Brauner
Cistulli
Norberg
Stivers
COMMISSIONERS ABSENT
Edwards
Kindig
Moore
June 22, 1964
OTHERS PRESENT
City Attorney Karmel
City Planner Mann
City Engineer Marr
CALL TO ORDER
A regular meeting of the Burlingame Planning Commission was called to
order on the above date at 8:00 p.m., Chairman Cistulli presiding.
ROLL CALL
The above-named members answered the Secretary's roll call.
Commissioner Edwards, absent from the city on business, was excused.
Commissioner Kindig was excused because of illness.
Commissioner Moore, absent because of a business commitment, was excused.
In the absence of Secretary Moore, Commissioner Brauner was appointed
Secretary pro tempore.
MINUTES
Minutes of the meetings of May 25 and June 8, 1964, previously submitted
to members, were approved and adopted.
HEARINGS
Public hearings, scheduled for this date, were conducted as follows:
1. STANDARD OIL COMPANY SIGN VARIANCE APPLICATION REMOVED FROM AGENDA.
The application of Standard Oil Company for a variance to permit instal-
lation of a pole sign 26 feet high, rather than 20 feet as provided by
code, at the site of a proposed service station on Bayshore Highway, was
heard at the meeting of April 27, 1964, and subsequently continued to
the present date.
The City Planner informed the Commission that the applicant apparently
has no further interest in the variance but intends to proceed with a
sign in accordance with code requirements. The building inspector
has issued a permit for a sign within the 20 foot height limitation for
the location.
Chairman Cistulli requested the pleasure of the Commission. The appli-
cation was removed from the agenda of Commission business upon unanimous
agreement of members present.
2, FENCE HEIGHT VAR -.,NCE. FRANK D.01SULLIVAN. (continued)
In a letter addressed to the Planning Commission dated June 9, 1964,
Mr. Frank D. O'Sullivan, owner of property at 1392 Vancouver Avenue,
the corner of Vancouver Avenue and Hillside Drive, requested a vari-
ance to construct approximately 35 feet of horizontal board fence
ranging in height from 8 to 10 feet because of property slopes on the
Hillside Drive property line, the 10 feet to be at the low end of the
lot bordering the city utility easement,
The communication stated that the fence will replace an unsightly hedge,
thereby improving the appearance of the property, will afford some de-
gree of privacy and protect patio furniture and other articles from
theft; it is intended to plant the space between the sidewalk and the
fence.
Two photographs of a fence similar to that proposed and a set of pencil
sketches accompanied the letter.
A letter dated June 16, 1964, from Mr. Peter Sargenti, 2021 Hillside Drive,
the neighboring property on Hillside Drive, protested that a fence 10
feet high would create a billboard effect, visible for many blocks,
Mr. Sargenti claimed injury to his property stating that he would be look-
ing at a 10 foot wall from the dining area of his home,
Chairman Cistulli recognized Mrs, Frank D. O°Sullivan, who submitted two
photographs of the Hillside Drive property line, showing the new fence
posts in place,
Chairman Cistulli referred to the drawings showing a height range from
7 to 10 feet. Mrs. O'Sullivan explained that 7 feet was incorrect; the
fence would vary from 8 to 10 feet.
The Chair invited comments from the floor.
Mr. Henry Mueller, 1388 Vancouver Avenue, neighboring owner, spoke in
favor of the variance for the reason that the fence would be an accept-
able improvement on the property, which has been neglected for some time.
Mrs. O'Sullivan reported incidents of vandalism in the neighborhood,
pointing out that the new fence will enclose and secure the rear yard
against easy access from the street.
Mrs. O'Sullivan stated that the rear yard is approximately 4 to 6 feet
above the sidewalk so that it is necessary to step up from the sidewalk
to the yard proper; the fence boards at the top will follow a straight
line but the bottom level will be irregular because of the land slope.
She stated that no part of the fence will exceed 8 feet with the excep-
tion of the one 10 foot post in the corner at the lowest area of the
lot.
Commissioner Brauner, commenting that he was familiar with the area,
referred to a property in the neighborhood with similar slope conditions
where the fence is 5 feet high.
Commissioner Norberg suggested a stepped design in which the top board
in each of the four sections would be stepped down one foot.
Mrs. O'Sullivan accepted the suggestion providing that the resultant
fence would be 8 feet high.
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Commissioner Brauner questioned the City Planner concerning the permitted
maximum fence height. The latter informed the Commission that 6 feet is
the legal limitation. He reported that 10 foot high posts are in place
on Hillside Drive, properly set two feet back from the property line.
Ile pointed out that on Hillside Drive the land commences to slope immed-
iately behind the sidewalk; the posts have been placed on the slopes
Referring to the complaint of Mr. Peter Sargenti, the neighbor on Hillside
Drive, the City Planner informed the Commission that the posts in place
in the easement are 10 feet high. At the study meeting of June 8,
Mr. O'Sullivan indicated that the fence in this area would be 6 feet high.
In reply to an inquiry from Commissioner Brauner concerning the place from
which the fence height would be measued, the City Planner reported the
natural ground level at the property line,
Mrs, O'Sullivan explained that all of the posts were purchased at one time
in one length; they will be cut down to required height,
Commissioner Brauner stated that he was concerned about the matter of
precedent. Referring to the location on a prominent corner on a heavily
traveled street, he suggested, as an alternate to the proposed fence
which he found objectionable, that a 6 foot fence with a hedge inside
would provide the requested privacy,
Chairman Cistulli stated that the drawings and photographs were inadequate
to properly identify the type of fence to be installed,
Commissioner Stivers stated his objection to the 10 foot height,
Commissioner Norberg repeated his suggestion of a stepped design to pro-
vide an attractive fence, agreed with Commissioner Brauner's comment
concerning a hedge and expressed the opinion that the proposed fence could
be quite objectionable.
Following a suggestion from the City Planner that the hearing be continued
for the applicant to prepare an actual drawing of what was Proposed, by
unanimous consent of the Commission, the application was carried over to
the meeting of July 13, 1964,
A suggestion was made to Mrs. O'Sullivan that the fence contractor meet
with the City Planner prior to the meeting of the thirteenth,
3, ILARIANCE Mrsq IRMA NEWEIL CARPORT IN FRONT OF DWELLING (continued)
An application filed by Mrs. Irma Newell requested a variance to con-
struct a detac..Aed carport in front of the dwelling at 1617 Sanchez Avenue.
A communication from the applicant dated May 26, 1964, submitted the
following: The property consists of two lots - Lots 14 and 150 Burlingame
Park Subdivision No, S. The dwelling is located on the rear 70% of
Lot 14; the driveway and the detached garage at the rear cross the lot
line, occupying portions of both lots. The owner wishes to sell the
two lots separately, therefore, proposes to demolish or relocate the
existing garage and construct a new detached carport or garage in front
of the residence on Lot 14,
Sketches prepared by James M. Henley accompanied the application.
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Mr. Carl E. Shaw, re estate salesman, represe -d the applicant.
In reply to Chairman Cistulli, Mr. Shaw confirmed that the structure will
conform to the drawings on file. In reply to an inquiry from Commissioner
Brauner, Mr. Shaw stated that the owner has abandoned the idea of a sun -
deck on the roof, which was discussed at the study meeting.
The Chair invited comments from the floor.
Mr. and Mrs. I1,W. Zollinger, 1608 Sanchez Avenue, and Mrs. Adelaide
Malatesta, 1612 Sanchez Avenue, requested and were granted permission by
the Chair to examine the drawings.
Mrs. Zollinger thereupon protested that the structure would not conform
architecturally with the main building nor be an acceptable addition to
the property or the neighborhood.
Claiming that any structure at the front of the house would be objection-
able, Mr. Zollinger requested the ruling on garage requirements.
The City Planner explained code provisions, pointing out that if the
property were to be sold as two separate parcels the existing garage may
not legally serve both properties; the law requires a garage or caport
for every dwelling.
The City Planner stated that it is his understanding that there is in-
sufficient space at the side of the house to build a driveway and garage.
An attached garage would be permitted at the front but there are windows
all along the front of the house, hence, the variance request to build
a detached structure.
In reply to an inquiry from Mrs. Malatesta, Mr. Shaw explained that a
carport with conventional garage doors will be built, constructed prin-
cipally from redwood. Mrs. Malatesta stated that she appreciated that
code requirements must be met but the proposed garage was not acceptable.
Mrs. Perry Knox, 560 Berkeley Avenue, Menlo Park, who stated that she
was interested in the property, suggested s $ring the existing driveway
between the two lots and relocating they�g'egto the rear of the house
on Lot 14.
The City Attorney stated that this would be legal, provided there was a
separate garage for each property. He stated that the city does not
encourage common driveways since personal disputes can arise which make
sharing the easement impossible& The City Attorney commented that an
easement document executed between the property owners should be properly
recorded.
A suggestion from Commissioner Norberg whereby a change in the location
of the lot line would eliminate the need for a variance was received
with interest by Mr. Shaw who requested an opportunity to pursue the re-
subdivision procedure&
Members of the Commission did not object, nor were there protests from
the floor. Chairman Cistulli thereupon declared the hearing continued
to the meeting of July 13, 1964.
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4. SPECIAL PERMIT. HTC STORAGE AREA LANDS OF YSTM (continued)
An application filed by Anza Pacific Corporation, 1290 Bayshore Highway,
Burlingame, requested a special permit for an auto storage area,
screened by an eight foot fence and planting, on a portion of Keyston
Baysbore Land under development easterly of Bayshore Freeway.
A communication dated June 19, 1964, bearing the signature of
David H. Keyston, Executive Vice President, Anza Pacific Corporation,
submitted a plot plan and a letter from Mr. Max Reefer who will operate
the facility.
Mr. Keyston's communication stated that a different location from that
previously discussed has been selected. It is now proposed to locate
adjacent to the City Dump, subject to the city's continued permission to
use the Dump access road.
Concerning utilities, the communication informed as follows: within six
months, the property will be served by the water main indicated on the
submitted plan; power and telephone which service the Dump can be ex-
tended to the site; sewerage and sanitary facilities will be of the same
type in existence at the Dump. The communication stated that a full-
time watchman will be employed by the operator.
The communication from the operator, Auto Pool Company by M.C. Reefer,
dated June 19, 1964, described the business as a storage lot or pool
for insurance companies "total loss" vehicles; will provide storage
space and sales outlets for stolen or abandoned vehicles and serve large
fleet operators such as the utility companies.
Mr. David Keyston informed the Commission that Nfr. Reefer will handle
all automobiles abandoned at the City Dump. Ile reported further, in
reply to the Chair's inquiry concerning fencing and landscaping,that if
the storage area should be relocated elsewhere on the property, a new
fence would be .installed.
Mr. Reefer, in reply to a series of inquiries, informed the Commission
as follows: there will be two full-time employees, a watchman and a
driver; to start, there will be one tow -truck operating; no storage of
gasoline or oil on the premises, no maintenance work; 95% of the cars
are total wrecks which must be towed in and out; repossessions are a
small part of the business; 100 to 400 cars to be stored, depending on
the amount of available space.
Mr. Keyston, in reply to Commissioner Norberg's inquiry concerning a.
roadway from the drive-in theater site to the area, agreed that eventually
there should be access between the two areas but, for the present,there
are no plans until the Crocker Land -Ideal Cement Company master plan is
completed and available.
The City Engineer raised the question of water and sewer facilities,
commented also that Fire Chief Moorby undoubtedly would have some in-
terest in the ,operation.
The City Planner stated that police and fire protection should be
seriously considered and investigated.
Mr, Keyston mentioned that the private patrol service which they employ
could be extended to the area.
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The City Attorney, reply to comments concern,._.g the roadway to the
City Dump, informed the Commission that the city gave to the Keystons
the right to use the road; whether or not other persons have the same
right is not known at the present time.
Mr. John C. Bauer, dig Rio Court, President, Mills Estate Improvement
Association, reminded Commissioners that the site is in the general area
of, and will be visible from, the high-rise apartment complex planned
by Oscar Person and associates.
Mr. A.C. Wilson, owner of property on Bayshore Boulevard, and
Aar, Douglas Pringle, 2860 Hillside Drive, protested the use.
Mr. Reefer, in reply to Commissioner Brauner, stated that he does not
assume ownership of the vehicles; at all times, fie acts as the agent for
the owner.
The City Attorney mentioned areas to be explored: is the Planning Com-
mission attempting to permit either an auction business or a used car
business.
Mr. Reefer stated that there is no public auction; vehicles are sold by
sealed bid. There is no sale on the lot; cars are bid on, bids are
passed to the insurance companies who negotiate the sale with the pur-
chaser.
The City Attorney suggested to Mr. Reefer that he investigate the law
pertaining to used car sales.
In a period of discussion, Commissioners decided that the questions
raised by the city staff deserved consideration: possible legal com-
plications referred to by the City Attorney, the extent of the revocable
permit controlling use of the access road to the City Dump, problems
of water service, sanitary :facilities, police and fire department require-
ments.
Mr. Keyston indicating agreement, Chairman Cistulli thereupon announced
that the hearing would be continued to the meeting of July 13, 1464.
RECESS
The Chair declared a recess at 9:40 p.m.
CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order by Chairman Cistulli at 10:00 p.m.
S. PRINCLE CONSTRUCTION COMPANY VARIANCE FOR APARTMENTS MILLS ESTATE
DENIED.,
An application filed by Douglas Pringle, 2860 13illside Drive, requested
a variance to permit construction of two apartment buildings of three
story maximum height on a 3.12 acre parcel of vacant unimproved land,
zoned R-12 in the Mills Estate bounded by Trousdale Drive, Skyline
Boulevard and Frontera Ilay.
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A letter from the al,,_icant dated June 10, 1964, submitted that con-
ditions inherent in the location make the site undesirable for single-
family development: a large high knoll rising above and isolated from
the surrounding residential area, it is bounded by the future Skyline
Freeway and the Trousdale interchange. Single-family dwellings would
be overshadowed by the high-rise apartment development in the City of
Millbrae; the privacy factor desired by home owners could not exist.
The communication stated that the proposed development would constitute
a buffer between the tower apartments and the residential areas. Plans
call for two buildings of 60 units and 59 units, three stories highs
The combined buildings would cover 41% of the total parcel; landscaping
at the base of the project, including trees with an initial height of
20 feet, will screen the buildings from the view of other residents.
The units would be available only to families whose children have
passed intermediate school level.
The Chair invited comments from the floor,
Mr. Turney, representing Alpha Land Company, requested information on
setbacks on Trousdale and Hunt Drives.
Mr. Pringle reported 23 feet at the Trousdale corner of the parcel and
20 feet at Hunt Drive; he stated that the average on all setbacks would
be slightly over 40 feet,
The City Planner, in reply to the Chair, recalled that Mr. Pringle ap-
peared initially before the Planning Commission to request a rezoning
to R-3 for apartments - the proposal, to build two apartment buildings.
The City Planner recalled the discussion disclosed that the buildings
could not be accomplished in R-3, consequently, since any type of con-
struction permitted in that zone might be built, a suggestion was made,
if Mr. Pringle wished to proceed, that he request a variance for the
apartments and file a tentative subdivision map providing for the pub-
lic improvements,
The City Planner informed the Commission that a map dividing the land
into two parcels to accommodate the proposed buildings, including public
improvements, has been filed by Mr. Pringle and will be submitted to
the Commission following the present hearing,
lReferring to code provisions requisite to a variance grant, Commissioner
Brauner questioned whether the applicant has conclusively proved hardship
In his claim that the land is not suitable for R-1 development.
In reply, Mr. Pringle stated that the property's unsuitability for first -
residential use creates the hardship.
In reply to the Chair's request for an elaboration of the above statement,
Mr. Pringle stated that freeway traffic and high-rise towers in close
proximity are not suitable neighbors to single-family living. He claimed
that apartment house dwellers expect and are conditioned to noise elements
unacceptable to the home owner.
Commissioner Brauner, referring again to code requirements for variances,
stated that the property is classified R-1 in the present zoning plan of
the city. Mr. Pringle was requested to show that the granting of the
variance would not adversely affect the comprehensive zoning plan of the
city.
Mr. Pringle repeated that the City_of Millbrae development has a definite
impact on the use of he subject property. The irden type ipartments
herein proposed, between the Millbrae high-rise, and the residential
areas of the Burlingame Mills Estate represent an acceptable compromise
buffer zone.
A letter dated May 12, 1964, from Burlingame -Mills Estate Improvement
Association, addressed to Mr. R. Douglas Pringle, bearing the signature
of John C. Bauer, President, stated that the group had no opposition
to the proposed apartment plans as they were outlined in a letter dated
May 8 received by the Association from Mr. Pringle, and the presentation
made personally by Mr. Pringle to the group on May 7, 1964.
Mr. Pringle thereafter, for the benefit of the Commission, read the
letter of May 8, referred to in the preceding paragraph.
Chairman Cistulli recognized Mr. E,L. Pierce, member of the Mills Estate
Home Owners Improvement Association, who stated that he has been 'informed
by any number of residents in the Mills Estate, who did not bear*
Mr. Pringle's personal presentation to the Improvement Association, that
they are not in favor of the apartment development. Mr. John C. Bauer,
President, Mills Estate Home Owners Association,confirmed Mr. Pierce's
remarks.
Mr. Turney of Alpha Land Company, emphasizing that it was not his in-
tention to speak in defense of nor in opposition to Mr. Pringle's
application, stated, as a point of information, that Alpha Land Company
will continue to build for some time in the Mills Estate. Immediately
surrounding the area in question, homes will be built; there is no pos-
sibility of high-rise construction by Alpha Land Company in the area.
Commissioner Norberg concurred with Commissioner Brauner's opinion that
the applicant failed to prove hardship in the property, or, in fact, to
meet any of the four conditions required for variance grants.
Norber
In further comment, Commissioner/state that the density is far too
great for the area; the site is to the south of the tower apartments to
be built in the City of Millbrae, therefore, there will be no shadows
cast upon the area. He mentioned also that after studying the plans
it was his opinion that the proposed buildings were unattractive.
Commissioner Stiverso expressing agreement with fellow Commissioners,
and pointing out to Mr. Pringle that developments in perimeter cities
do not necessarily influence the City of Burlingame zoning plan,
introduced a motion to deny the variance. Motion seconded by Commissioner
Norberg and declared carried unanimously on roll call vote.
The applicant was advised of his right of appeal to the City Council.
The hearing was declared concluded.
6. TENTATIVE MAP - MILLS ESTATE ACREAGE. PRINGLE CONSTRUCTION COMPANY.
The City Planner informed the Commission that the tentative subdivision
map filed by Mr. Douglas Pringle was designed in its entirety for the
purpose of accommodating the two apartment buildings rejected by the
Commission in the hearing just concluded.
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The City Planner sul .sted, since the land d ision would not be suit-
able for any use other than the two buildings, that the Commission take
an action disapproving the map and recommend accordingly to the City
Council.
Commissioner Brauner thereupon moved that the Commission recommend that
the City Council disapprove the tentative subdivision map of acreage in
the Mills Estate in view of the Commission's denial of the variance
application for the use of the land. Motion seconded by Commissioner
Norberg and declared carried unanimously on roll call vote.
7. TO CLASSIFY LANDS OF KEYSTON LIGHT INDUSTRIAL (M=1) DISTRICT.
Chairman Cistulli announced that this was the time and place fixed by
the Planning Commission on its own initiative to consider the matter of
classifying Light Industrial (M-1) District the now unclassified lands
known as Keyston bay properties.
Invited by the Chair to review circumstances pertinent to the subject,
the City Planner stated that through an oversight, when the zoning map
of the city was prepared in 1954, no designation was given to the
underwater acreage, not then subdivided, northerly of the Bayshore
Freeway. He pointed out that since that time the Keyston interests have
purchased a great part of the property, installed a berm, formed a
reclamation district for the purpose of filling the property and have
appeared before the Commission with proposals for uses of the property.
The owners and the city have proceeded on the assumption that the lands
were zoned M=1. The city's records do not substantiate the assumed
zoning a presently, the land is unclassified.
Submitting a legal description and site drawing to the Commission, the
City Planner stated that the property concerned is that confined within
the berm. Referring to the boundaries of the existing M-1 District,
the City Planner stated that by reason of location the property quite
properly falls within the Mml zone and thereafter suggested that the
Commission recommend accordingly to the City Council.
Chairman Cistulli invited comments from the floor.
Mr. G.H. Kelly, 308 Channing Road, and Mr, And Mrs. A.C. Wilson, owners
of property on Bayshore Boulevard, inquired whether the proposed
industrial zoning would interfere with the city's park and recreation
plan or permit undesirable industrial uses,
Using the aerial map posted in the chambers, the City Planner replied
to the inquiries. There were no further comments from the floor.
Expressing an opinion that the land would naturally assume an M-1
classification since all of the land on the bay frontage is so classified,
and to remedy an existing fault which should have been corrected some
time ago, Commissioner Brauner introduced a motion recommending to the
City Council Light Industrial (Mml) District classification of the
Lands of Keyston, fully described in the legal description on file and
the map attached thereto. Motion seconded by Commissioner Norberg and
declared carried unanimously on roll call vote.
The City Planner stated that pertinent documents for transmittal to the
City Council will be prepared for Commission action at the next regular
meeting.
The hearing was thereafter declared concluded.
NEW BUSINESS
1. CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS.
Material prepared by the City Planner, including a list and description
of proposed capital improvement projects for the next few years was
distributed to Commissioners. The City Planner explained that the City
Council expects a priority list recommended by the Planning Commission.
Following some discussion, it was the concensus of members present that
the subject be continued since there were but four members in attendance;
further, some time should be permitted each member to study the material
privately.
Chairman Cistulli thereafter announced a continuance to the meeting of
July 13, 1964.
2. COMMISSIONER EDWARD MOORE RESIGNATION.
In a letter dated June 11, 1964, addressed to the City Council, with
copies to Commission Chairman Frank Cistulli and the City Planner,
Mr. Edward A. Moore, long a member of the Planning Commission and
Secretary for some years, submitted his resignation from the Commission
due to his relocating in another city.
Commissioners individually acknowledged Mr. Moore°s interest in and
conscientious service to the community.
The City Planner was requested by the Chair to direct an appropriate
acknowledgment to Mr. Moore.
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was regularly adjourned at 11:15 p.m., to Monday, July 1301964,
at 8:00 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
John J. Hamner
Secretary pro tempore
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