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HomeMy WebLinkAboutAgenda Packet - BC - 2012.09.06AGENDA BURLINGAME BEAUTIFICATION COMMISSION SEPTEMBER 6, 2012 @ 6:30 PM CITY HALL 501 PRIMROSE ROAD — Conference Room A I. ROLL CALL H. MINUTES III. CORRESPONDENCE IV. FROM THE FLOOR (At this time, persons in the audience may speak on any item on the agenda or any other matter. The Ralph M. Brown Act prohibits the Commission from acting on a matter which is not on the agenda. Comments are limited to three minutes.) V. OLD BUSINESS 1) 2012 Landscape Award Presentation — September 17'h City Council Meeting 2) Future of Business Landscape Award — (Discussion) VI. NEW BUSINESS 1) Property Developments and Urban Reforestation Guidelines VII. REPORTS 1) Staff 2) Chairperson 3) Commissioners VIII. UPCOMING AGENDA ITEMS Next Regular Meeting: October 4, 2012 NOTICE.- Any attendees wishing accommodations for disabilities should contact the Parks & Recreation Dept. at (650) 558-7323 at. least 24 hours before the meeting. A copy of the agenda packet is available for review at the Recreation Center, 850 Burlingame Avenue, during normal office hours. The agendas and minutes are also available on the City's website: www:burlingame.org Any writings or documents provided to a majority of the Beautification Commission regarding any item on this agenda will be made available for public inspection at 850 Burlingame Ave during normal business hours. URBAN FOREST MANAGEMENT PLAN "f &X_ R Urban Forest Management Plan"P�L Policy for Expanding Width of Planter Strips to Accommodate Larger Canopv Trees Background: The City of Burlingame is committed to creating a larger tree canopy throughout the community and has revised the official street tree list to include only those tree species with "the tallest, most significant canopies". In approving the revised street tree list in October of 2008, the City Council recognized that the more expansive root systems of larger -scale trees can disrupt city sidewalks. The City Council therefore directed staff to explore opportunities to widen planter strips to accommodate the root systems of the larger scale trees. Planter Strip Policy: Based on this direction, Parks and Recreation, Public Works, and Community Development staff have developed the following "Planter Strip Policy" to apply to the construction of new homes and additions to homes which are considered to be substantial construction as determined by the Chief Building Official: For new homes built in Burlingame, or when substantial construction is performed on existing homes, property owners may be required to increase (maximize) the planter strip width for the purpose of accommodating root systems of large canopy trees. Policy Guidelines: This requirement is triggered when, during the plan check process, Public Works staff determines that the applicant's project is subject to rehabilitating the frontage of the property including replacement of the existing sidewalk. On many residential streets in Burlingame, there is additional public right-of-way located between the existing sidewalks and the private property line. This additional right-of-way varies from street to street and ranges from no additional right-of-way to as much as five or six feet. For projects where a new sidewalk is required, Public Works staff will also determine if there is adequate right-of-way available to reconfigure the sidewalk to allow for a wider planter strip. If there is, Parks and Recreation staff will make a determination on whether it is an appropriate situation to implement this policy. Parks Department staff will provide comments to the applicant on the preferred method of satisfying the requirement. There are two ways that this policy requirement can be satisfied. The planter strip may be widened along the entire width of the property, or the planter strip may be widened at the location of the street tree(s) only. A photo of a planter strip widened at the location of street trees is shown below. City staff must approve the final sidewalk alignment. Updated Jule 20, 2009 -15- a, im • �i / , �, 'i� `.�d r,� '�^ �, fr,., yzs, h5, !r k7s1,2�'•r�'.✓�' n y,�,"�y-�u,. f�{��''t'^'"' i t r kR��r iri•�'.r� '',,��y��Lzh a�/�.1 ��5�(f+N 's �,v�rx�, ."+•e t ���,,�ry�: {��;;5i ti ����j �_r' `"osa � t,f � / ..• �,rry�.0„ �,.&+..ra` •• 1 .Lt2.•%..?frA "' Sy�'�""Y`Kn 4"'`�t4i ��+ t df fi -.. --.,� `-•• �� �.�,�tf S:h'r� A +r-'s'?"'' v^9a' tytr{ �}��r ,'t ,�•N��h+ ufkCi � 6 .•.'t.. " 1����NNy�t ��. t�il 'FSr� .;h � �"�*e r��s� �Ff a L.r�. � I , � l��YhN' c"'? ,+'�'A.z�'� '{ter •£ +'�. . _ jr, �ri A .��,�3. I p� � I ,,,n" "*a,.� �,r A+ trur� c P �y C;�� i,•�r4 �f. _ •`''� n �° • .� _ _..��.�5.:. �aes::� ,.�. .. ..7:�r .� at y�, 6q, r`3 y�.r �t7ti1.v+✓aC' Uh RAN FOREST MANAGEMENT PLAN Sidewalk Impacts and Replacement �— Damage to urban infrastructure by tree roots is a significant problem in cities throughout the world. In the United States virtually every city has sidewalks, curbs, and gutters that have been cracked, uplifted by tree roots, or both. Damage to infrastructure elements are not only costly to repair, but they represent liability risks that can't be ignored. In addition, many trees (typically repeat offenders) are removed because of infrastructure- related damage. In California this is the second most common reason for tree removal. Collectively, tree loss, infrastructure repair costs, and liability issues make this a significant problem that merits close attention from arborists, urban foresters, planners, and engineers. (L.R. Costello 2005) 4 If any sidewalk near or around City trees are scheduled to be repaired, a City arborist, supervisor or staff member must be notified before roots are cut or sidewalk is replaced. The following shall be considered when replacing sidewalk damage that is caused by tree roots: • Health and Structure of tree. • Future cost or damage to sidewalk. If the tree is deemed healthy and structurally sound, several sidewalk design alternatives will be recommended to increase the planting space for the current tree and future trees. • Curving sidewalks — When at all possible, increasing the City right-of-way toward the homeowner's property for the minimum ADA requirement will be encouraged. This will increase the growing area for the current tree, protect roots, and provide a larger planting area for future large -stature tree species. • Ramping — Where root pruning is not an option, ramping may be the only alternative to avoid root damage and tree preservation. Ramps must not exceed the requirements for the American with Disabilities Act. • Root Barriers — Root barriers can be placed in strategic locations to delay sidewalk damage or damage to landscape. City staff can suggest areas where root barriers would be useful. Updated July 20, 2009 -34- City of Burlingame, California: 50150 Sidewalk Repair Program Page 1 of 2 50/50 SIDEWALK REPAIR PROGRAM The City of Burlingame maintains over 116 miles of sidewalk, a significant portion of which is aging and is impacted by the tree roots resulting in cracks and separations requiring repair. Providing frontage access for Burlingame residents and businesses and serving as a primary pedestrian facility, the sidewalks are an essential part of the City's infrastructure. It is essential that the sidewalk infrastructure be properly maintained to protect the public health and safety of the pedestrians, property owners and the community as a whole. The sidewalk repair program is designed to provide a reasonable method, given limitations of financial and personnel resources, for the repair of sidewalks. Geographic areas have been identified and prioritized for repairs based on the intensity of pedestrian traffic and level of repair. The California Streets and Highways Code requires that adjoining private property owners maintain the sidewalks in front of their property. Given the current state of economy and the financial hardship to property owners, the CounciI evaluated several options to fund sidewalk repairs. After a comprehensive analysis of options available, the Council approved a "50/50 Sidewalk Repair Program" The 50/50 sidewalk repair program is a turnkey program providing the most efficient method to address damaged sidewalks in a manner which will not only assist the City in maintaining the public pedestrian infrastructure but will also reduce significant financial and logistical burden to the property owners. Following are the main elements of the program: The City will fully undertake the work including identifying sidewalk defects, preparing plans and specifications, bidding, construction and contract administration; thus providing a turn -key project saving time for the individual property owners from soliciting bids from contractors and doing the work themselves. • The City will combine areas/blocks of sidewalk repairs as part of a larger project which will provide economies of scale, thereby reducing repair costs to individual property owners. • The work will be done through an open competitive bidding process ensuring competitive pricing for the work. • Only experienced and licensed contractors will be allowed to bid providing best quality construction. • The property owner will be provided with information about the details of the required repairs and associated costs upon receiving bids. The property owners are not required to pay their share (50%) of the repair costs until after the work is completed. How does the 50/50 Sidewalk Program work? \.. The City selects the designated area based on priority and inspects the sidewalk for damaged areas and determines where repairs are necessary. Markings will be placed on the sidewalk according to the type http://www.burlingame.org/index.aspx?page=1619 4/23/2012 City of Burlingame, California: 50150 Sidewalk Repair Program Page 2 of 2 of work needed. The City will provide the adjoining property with information regarding the details of the sidewalk program and approximate time schedule of the repairs. The property owner may at his/her N.' option, chose to either participate in the City p p p 50/50 sidewalk repair program or repair the sidewalk him/herself per City standards. A property owner who does not participate in the City program will not be eligible to receive 50% reimbursement and will accept full cost of the repair. The City will prepare engineering plans and specifications to obtain competitive construction bids for the repairs or replacement in a given geographical area. Upon receiving successful bids, the City will hire a contractor to perform the repairs. At the completion of construction, a noticed public hearing before the City Council will be held to finalize the repairs costs. Once the work is satisfactorily completed and the City Council has determined the final cost after a public hearing, the City will collect, through the property tax bill, adjoining property owners 50% share of the repair cost for the sidewalk adjacent to their property. The City will keep the affected property owners informed of the project schedule and construction costs. http://www.burlingame.org/index.aspx?page=1619 4/23/2012 11.06.010 L Chapter 11.06 URBAN REFORESTATION AND TREE PROTECTION Sections: 11.06.010 Purpose and intent. 11.06.020 Definitions. 11.06.030 Nomination and listing of protected trees. 11.06.040 Emergencies. 11.06.050 Prohibitions and protections. 11.06.060 Notices and permits required for removal or work significantly affecting protected trees. 11.06.070 Decision by director. 11.06.080 Appeal. 11.06.090 Tree requirements and reforestation. 11.06.100 Penalty. 11.06.010 Purpose and intent. The city of Burlingame is endowed and forested with a variety of healthy and valuable trees which must be pro- tected and preserved. The preservation of these trees is ential to the health, welfare and quality of life of the `.nzens of the city because these trees preserve the scenic beauty of the city, maintain ecological balance, prevent erosion of top soil, counteract air pollution and oxygenate the air, absorb noise, maintain climatic and microclimatic balance, help block wind, and provide shade and color. For these same reasons, the requirement of at least one tree, exclusive of city -owned trees, on every residential lot in the city should be part of the permit process for any con- struction or remodeling. It is the intent of this chapter to establish conditions and regulations for the removal and replacement of existing trees and the installation of new trees in new construction and development consistent with these purposes and the reasonable economic enjoyment ofprivate property. (Ord. 1057 § 1 (part), (1975); Ord. 1470 § 1, (1992); Ord. 1598 § I (part), (1998)) 11.06.020 Definitions. Terms used in this chapter shall be defined as follows: (a) "Commission" means the Beautification Commis- sion of the city of Burlingame. (b) "Department" means the parks and recreation department of the city of Burlingame. (c) "Development or redevelopment" means any work n any property in the city of Burlingame which re- ,... es a subdivision, variance, use permit, building permit or other approval or which involves excavation, landscap- ing, or construction in the vicinity of a protected tree. (d) "Director" means the director ofparks and recrea- tion of the city of Burlingame. (e) "Landscape tree" means a generally recognized ornamental tree and shall exclude fruit, citrus, or nut - bearing trees. (f) "Protected tree" means: (1) Any tree with a circumference of forty-eight (48) inches or more when measured fifty-four (54) inches above natural grade; or (2) A tree or stand of trees so designated by the city council based upon findings that it is unique and ofimpor- tance to the public due to its unusual appearance, location, historical significance or other factor; or (3) A stand of trees in which the director has deter- mined each tree is dependent upon the others for survival. ' (g) "Pruning" means the removal of more than one / third of the crown or existing foliage of the tree or more than one third of the root system. Pruning done without a permit or which does not conform to the provisions of a permit shall be deemed.a removal. (h) "RemovaI" means cutting to the ground, extrac- tion, killing by spraying, girdling, or any other means. (Ord. 1057 § 1 (part), (1975); Ord. 1470 § 1, (1992); Ord. 1492 § 1, (1993); Ord. 1598 § I (part), (1998)) (Burlingame Supp, No. 2, 9.06) 236 11.06.030 Nomination and listing of protected trees. Nomination for protected tree status under Section 11.06.020(f)(2) may be made by any citizen. The commis- sion shall review such nominations and present its recom- mendations to the city council for designation. A listing of trees so designated, including the specific locations thereof, shall be kept by the department and shall be available for distribution to interested citizens. The city council may remove a designated tree from the list upon its own motion or upon request. Requests for such action may originate in the same manner as nomina- tions for protected tree status. (Ord. 1057 § 1 (part), (1975); Ord. 1470 § 1, (1992); Ord. 1598 § 1 (part), (1998)) 11.06.040 Emergencies. In the event that an emergency condition arises whereby immediate action is necessary because ofdisease, or danger to life or property, a protected tree may be re- moved or altered by order of the director or, if the director is unavailable, a responsible member of the police, fire, parks and recreation, or public works department. In such event, a report shall be made to the commission describing the conditions and necessity ofsuch an order. (Ord. 1057 § 11.06.050 I (part), (1975); Ord. 1470 § 1, (1992); Ord. 1598 § 1 (part), (1998)) 11.06.050 Prohibitions and protections. (a) No protected tree shall be removed from any par- cel without a permit except as provided in Section 11.06.040. (b) The following conditions shall be observed during construction or development of property: (1) Protected trees are to be protected by a fence which is to be maintained at all times; (2) Protected trees that have been damaged or de- stroyed by construction shall be replaced or the city shall be reimbursed, as provided in Section 11.06.090; (3) Chemicals or other construction materials shall not be stored within the drip line of protected trees; (4) Drains shall be provided as required by the direc- tor whenever soil fill is placed around protected trees; and (5) Signs, wires or similar devices shall not be at- tached to protected trees. (Ord.'1057 § 1 (part), (1975); Ord. 1470 § 1, (1992); Ord. 1598 § 1 (part), (1998)) 11.06.060 Notices and permits required for removal or work significantly affecting protected trees. (a) Removal or Pruning. Owners, or their authorized representative, ofprotected trees on public or private prop- erly shall obtain !permit to remove or prune a protected tree. The.application shall be on a form furnished by the department and shall state, among other things, the number and location of the tree(s) to be removed or pruned by type(s) and the reason for removal orpruning of each. The application shall also include a photograph with correct botanical identification of the subject tree or tree(s). An authorized representative ofthe department shall make an inspection of the trees an shall file a written report and his or er recommendations to the director. ucationa onference before Work Commences. After receipt of an application, the director may require an educational conference to inform the owner of potential alternatives to the proposed removal or pruning. (c) Removal or Pruning of Protected Trees on Unde- veloped or Redeveloped Property. When an application for development or redevelopment of a property containing one or. more pro ec a ees is filed in any office or de- partment of the city, the person making such an applica- tion shall file a site Plan s owing the location of uildin s or structures oro proposed site disturbances, and the loca- tion of all trees. The director shall determine if all pro- tected t� rees are shown. An authorized representative of the department shall make an inspection and shall file a report of his or her findings and recommendations to the director. 237 Subject to the replacement provisions of Section 11.06.090, the director shall approve the removal of pro- tected trees within the foot rint of a oved ocnstruction in t e -1 zone, which construction does not require a variance, conditional use permit, or special permit under Title 25 of this code. The notice and appeal provisions of Sections 11.06.070 and 11.06.080 shall not anpl to such app o�tals (d) Review. Irt reviewing applications, the director shall give priority to those based on hazard or danger of disease. The director may refer any application to another department, committee, board or commission of the city for a report and recommendation, and may re uire the applicant to provide an arborist's report. In reviewing each app rcation, the director shall determine: (1) The condition o t e tree(s) with respect to dis- ease; danger of failing; proximity to existing or proposed structures, yards, driveways and other trees; and interfer- ence with public utility services; (2) The necessity to remove the tree(s) in order to construct any proposed improvements to allow economic enjoyment o e ro erty, 3 T e topography of the land and the effect of the removal of the tree(s) on erosion; soil retention; and diver- sion or increased flow of surface waters; (4) The numbu_Qf_ re_ es existing in the neighborhood on improved property and the effect the removal would have .on the established star ar of the area and property value. Neighborhood is defined as the area within a 300- foot radius of the property containing the trees) in ques- tion; (5) The number of trees the particular parcel can ade- quately su o according to good arboricultural practices; (6) The effect tree removal would have on wind pro- tection, noise an prrvacv; an (7) The economic -consequences and obligations of requiring a tree to remain. (Ord. 1057 § 1 (part), (1975j; Ord. 1470 § 1, (1992); Ord.1492 § 2, (1993); Ord. 1598 § 1(part), (1998); Ord. 1603 § 9, (1998)) 11.06.070 Decision by director. A decision shall be rendered by the director for each application. If , it shall include replacement conditions in accordance with Section 11.06.090. The director shall give written notification of the decision to the applicant an a property owners -within one hund_r_eCM7Ufeet of the pro erty containing the trees in question, and include a copy of the city Ur- ban Reforestation and Tree Protection Ordinance (Chapter 11.06). (Ord. 1057 § 1 (part), (1975); Ord. 1470 § 1, (1992); Ord. 1598 § 1 (part), (1998)) 11.06.080 '1.06.080 Appeal. I,%.. Any person may appeal the decision of the director to the commission by filing an appeal in writing with the director no later than 5:00 p.m. of the tenth calendar day after the decision. The director shall set the matter for review by the commission at its next regular meeting and Provide notice by mail of the commission hearing to the appellant and applicant at least five (5) days prior thereto. The determination of the commission shall become final and conclusive in ten (10) days if no appeal is filed. Destruction, removal or other work on a protected tree shall not commence until after the ten (10)-day period has passed, or, if any appeal is filed, until the decision of the city council. During the period between the action of the commission and the end ofthe ten (10)-day appeal period, any person may appeal such action to the city council. Such appeal shall be in writing and shall be filed with the city clerk. During the same period the city council, on its own motion, may suspend the order of the commission for the purpose of reviewing the action of the commission. A permit shall be valid for six (6) months after the date it is issued. Under exceptional circumstances, the director may issue one six (6)-month extension. (Ord. 1470 § 1, (1992); Ord. 1598 § 1 (part), (1998)) 11.06.090 Tree requirements and reforestation. (a) Whenever the development or redevelopment of a single family home, du lex, apartment house or condomin- ium -results in any increase in lot coverage or abitable space (as defined by Chapter 25 of this code), the property s all be required to meet the followings uirements- -�- (1) One landscape tree for every One thousand (1,000) square feet of lot coverage or habitable space for single family homes or duplexes; --'w (2) One landscape tree for every two thousand (2,000) square feet of lot coverage for apartment houses or con- dominiums. Lot coverage and habitable space shall include both existing and new construction. The director shall deter- mine the number of existing trees which are of an accept- able size, species and location to be counted toward this requirement. Any additional trees which are required shall meet the standards for replacement trees set forth in sub- section (b) below. (b) Permits for removal of protected trees) shall i clude replanting conditions with the followin idelines: 1) Replacement shall be three (3) fifteen (15)-gallon size, one twenty-four (24)-inch box size, or one thirty-six (36)-in_c_F ox size landscape trees) for each tree removed as determined below. (2) - Any tree removed without a valid permit shall be laced by two (2) 24-ifich box size, or two (2) 36-inch 238 box size landscape trees for each tree so removed as de- termined below. (3) Re lacement of a tree be waived by the director if a sufficient number o 'trees exists on the property to meet all other requirements of the Urban Reforestation and Tree Protection ordinance. (4) Size and number of the replacement trees) shall be determined by the director and shall be based on the species, location and value of the trees removed. replacement trees, as designated in subsection (b)(1) or 2 above, as applicable, cannot be planted on the property, payment of equal value shall be made to the city. Such payments shall be deposited in the tree planting fund , to be drawn upon for public tree planting. (Ord. 1470 § 1, (1992); Ord. 1492 § 3, (1993); Ord. 1598 § 1 (part), (1998)) 11.06.100 Penalty. In addition to any other penalties allowed by law, any person removing orpruning a tree in violation of this ordi- nance is liable to treble damages as set forth in Section 733 of the Code of Civil Procedure of the State of California. Damages for this purpose shall be replacement value of the tree as determined by the International Society of Arbori- culture Standards. (Ord. 1470 § 1, (1992); Ord. 1598 § I (part), (1998)) PROTECTED TREE REMOVAL PERMIT APPLICATION PARKS & RECREATIONDEPARTMENT' 850 BURLING"E A [VENUE BURLINGAME, CA 94010 (650) 558-7330 The undersigned owner of the property at: ADDRESS: (print or type) hereby applies for a permit to remove or prune more than 1/3 of the crown or roots of the following protected tree(s): SPECIES CIRCUMFERENCE LOCATION ON PROPERTY WORK TO BE PERFORMED REASON WORK IS NECESSARY (Please use back ofform for additional comments.) NOTE: A PHOTOGRAPH OF THE TREE(S) OWNER (Print) MUST BE SUBMITTED ALONG WITH A $75.00 CHECK TO: CITY OF BURLINGAME ADDRESS Attach any supporting documentation you may have (Example: Report from an Independent Arborist). PHONE ( ) --------------------------------------------- PERMIT This permit allows the applicant to remove or prune the above listed tree(s) in accordance with the provisions of the Urban Reforestation and Tree Protection Ordinance (Municipal Code Chapter 1.06). By signing this perrut, the applicant acknowledges receipt ofa, copy of Chapter 11.06, and agrees to comply with its provisions and all conditions listed below; and that all appeals have expired or been resolved.. OWNER CITY ARBORIST PARKS & RECREATION DIRECTOR' CONDITIONS: 24. - inch box size landscape tree(s) (no fruit or nut trees) will be required and may be planted'an9where on the property, If conditions are not met within the allotted time as specified in Section 11.06.080, payment of $400 for each tree intothe tree replacement fund will be required. NO replacements) required Contact the Parks Division at (650) 558--7330 when removals) completed DATE PERMIT EFFECTIVE PERMIT EXPIRES This work should be done by qualified tree professionals and a copy of this permit must be available at the job site at all times when work is being performed City of BurIingame> ' Chapter 11.04 for tree planting or landscaping. "Objectionable trees" mean trees which by STREET TREES reason of decay, neglect or disease may become a hazard to persons` or property; those which 11.04.010 Definitions. may impair the progress or vision of anyone 11.04.020, Duties of director. traveling in a public -street; those which by their 11.04.030 Planting in streets or public nature' drop fruit, • seed pods or debris which areas. create hazards to pedestrians or vehicular travel: 11.04.035 Actions by others. (Ord. 944 § 1 (part); October 4, 1971). 11.04.040 Public nuisances defined. 11.04.045 Abatement of public 11.04.020 Duties of director. nuisances. It shall be the duty of the director. to plant, - 11.04.050 Trimming by public utility trim, prune, spray and care for any trees, shrubs corporations. or plants and to remove any tree; shrub or plants 11.04.055 Paving of planting strips. which in his opinion are objectionable or 11.04.060 ; Approval of plant varieties. hazardous in or upon any street, alley or public 11.04.065 . Street tree master plan.' place in the city. (Ord: 944 § 1 (part); October 4, 11.04.070 . Responsibility of city for tree 1971). damaged sidewalks. 11.04.080 Appeal from order of 11.04.030 Planting in streets or public areas. director. It is unlawful for anyone other than the director or his authorized representative to place 11.04.010 Definitions. or plant any tree, shrub or, plant in any of the "Street" 'means' all land lying between streets or public places in the city. until the abutting properties dedicated for, or condemned director shall have first approved the kind' and for, or established by, use as a public variety to be planted, the location therefor, and thoroughfare. Street includes avenue,, boulevard, granted a permit for planting the `same. (Ord. road, highway, walk'or lane but does not include 944 § 1' (part); October 4, 1971). freeway. "Person"' means individuals, firms and 11.04.035 Actions by others. corporations, and `' agents, employees: and It is unlawful for any person to cut down,, representatives thereof. trim, prune, plant, remove, injure or destroy any "Director" means the director of parks of tree, shrub or plant ' in or upon' any street or the city of Burlingame. public place 'in the. city without a permit therefor "Public areas" mean' parks, playgrounds, from the director, who is hereby authorized -to areas' around' public buildings and all other. ; grant such a permit in his discretion. public areas in the possession of or under the It is unlawful to fasten any sign, wire,; rope. supervision, maintenance or control of the city or. any device to any street tree; to permit any of Burlingame. fire to bum where the heat thereof will injure "Street tree" means any • woody perennial- any portion of the tree; to place or maintain any plant having a single main axis or stem stone, cement, or other substance so that it will commonly achieving ten feet or more in height. ' impede the free access of air and water to the "Shrub" means any woody perennial plant roots of any street tree: (Ord. 944 § 1 (part); normally low, several-stenuned, adaptable to October 4, 1971). shaping, trimming and pruning without injury. "Hedge" means any' -plant material or shrub 11.04.040 Public nuisances defined. when planted in a dense, continuous line or area, The following are defined and declared to so as to form a thicket or barrier. be public nuisances: "Plant" means all ` other plant material, (a) Any dead, dying, diseased` or infested nonwoody, annual or perennial in nature, not tree in any street or on any private property so necessarily hardy. near to any street as to constitute a danger, to "Planting strip" means the portion of the street trees, public utility services or streets or' street paralleling the curb or sidewalk intended portions thereof, or to persons; (11.04) 1 July 1998 City -of Burlingame (b) Any, tree or shrub on, any private for the amount of such assessment, untilpaid. property of a type or species apt to destroy, Such amounts shall be collected at the same impair or interfere with i., any ., street time and in the I same'. manner as, general city improvements, sidewalks, curbs, gutters, sewers, taxes. are collected, and shall be subject to the utility mains or services; same ' interest and penalties,, and the same `(c) Vines or -climbing plants growinginto or ,- procedure and sale .in case of delinquency. All over any street tree or fire hydrant, pole, or laws and ordinances applicable to the levy, - ` electrolier; ; collection and enforcement of property taxes are (4)Branches, or foliage which; interfere with hereby made applicable to - -such special visibility on, or free use of, or access to, any, ; assessments.. (Ord. 944 § F (part);: October, 4, portion of any street improved for vehicular or . 1971). pedestrian travel; (e) Hedges or dense thorny shrubs on any, 11.04.050 Trimming by publu utility planting strip or' extending beyond a property .. corp "orations. line into any portion,of the sidewallror street; Any public utilitycorporation maintaining, (f) Shrubs, plants or hedges.more thal.rn three ` overhead wires may; be given a permit by the .' feet in height in that.portion of a corner lot- at the director, valid ;for < one year from date of, . intersection of two streets which is a triangle ' issuance, to allow such,publ c. utility corporation, measuredfor fifteen feet in each direction from to trim or brace any trees'. growing upon the the external corner of the lot.. street or which. grow . upon private, property to (part).'October4,1971). � the extent that they encroach upon the street. Permission to trim or brace trees by the public 11.04.045 Abatement otpublic nuisances.. utility: corporation shall be granted where: it can (a) Whenever" any public .,:nuisance,, as ' be shown that,the trees or. portions. thereof will defined herein exists on iprivate property;. the interfere withthe safety of the overhead wires or director shall cause a written notice.to be sent by ,; the transmission of electrical current or United States.mail or delivered personallyto the telephone, messages:, ,(Ord.; 944 § .1 (part); owner of, the,,property or the person . m October-4, 19711)., possession' of the property. Such notice shall'' describe the condition, state the .work necessary 11.04055 Paving of'planting strips. to remedy `the .condition,'and the time within (a) In all residential districts where planting ' which the work,-, must be performed. strips;" exist ` between sidewalk and curb,. (b) If; at the end of the time; specified, the permission may be granted by the. director, with work has not been;done, the director shall -cause the assent of the director of public. works, for a report thereof to be made to the.city. council. paving or covering by the adjoining property `(c) The city council may adopt a resolution ; owner of all or part of , the strip, except for which shall preliminarily ,declare: the, condition` unpaved spaces with. a minimum of four square to be a° public nuisance, `order the .director to feet for, the planting: of a street -tree. "Such give notice of the passage of the resolution,. and : unpaved. spaces shall be at approximate intervals state therein that,, unless the nuisance is :abated of fifty feet, Where driveways are so located as without delay, the work ;bf..abatement will be to make an interval of fifty feet impractical; the done by,the city authorities and chargeable.as a . director may designate an appropriate;location. , lien against the private property: The resolution (b) The director is , hereby authorized; to and, notice" shall fix the time and place for prepare regulations to apply to, the issuance of hearing any objections to the proposed permits for paving or. covering planting, strips abatement of the; public: nuisance, or to., the- such _as,. butt not, limited to. width of .planting declaration that.a public nuisance exists: _ ,, strip; previous practices, on the, ock of, which (d) The amount of the cost of abating the , . the subject property is a part, on -street, vehicle nuisance : upon .the property referred.' to, or, parking;. number of ;existing or proposed- described in the 'resolution and notice. shall location of driveways; location of public utility. --., constitute, a,-special"assessment against such> services; proximity to commercially zoned 11 property- and; 4fi "t is confirmed by .the city, _ - districts. (Ord. 944 § 1(part);.October 4,1971). council, shallconstitute a :lien . on . such property July 19.981- (1 1.04y 2 , City of Burlingame �... 11.04.060 Approval of plant varieties. decide the matter and make such order as he The director is authorized to approve may find necessary. varieties of trees which may be planted in In the event that the appellant or any person planting strips and no trees which do not receive is dissatisfied with the decision of the city such approval shall be planted. The director manager, the matter may be appealed to the city shall prepare a list of such trees and said list council 'by a written request of the ' aggrieved may be amended and revised from time to time. party. The action of the city council after review (Ord. 944 § I (part); October4, 1971). shall be final and conclusive. (Ord 944 § 1 (part); October 4, 1971). 11.04.065 Street tree master plan. (a) The director shall develop a comprehensive plan of official street trees for all streets of the city where planting areas are available and provided for trees. The plan may be revised from time to time and shall be reviewed each year. (b) In accordance with the plan, the director shall proceed each year to plant trees or replace trees to the extent of such funds as may be allocated by the council for that purpose. (c) Where'the condition of a tree, or the unfitness. of a tree, or the condition of other pu improvements .adjacent to a tree make replacement necessary or desirable, the director is authorized o move suc ee and rep ace it with one in actor ante with a master tree cto er 4, 1971). 11.04.070 Responsibility of city for tree damaged sidewalks.' Periodically, the director of public works shall prepare a list of articular trees which have caused a present and immediate danger to pedestrian travel by causing d Wage to the contiguous sidewalk or have interfered with drainage flow in gutters or created traffic hazards in adjacent streets. The list shall be delivered to the director for comment or revision. er agreement by the director of public works and the director upon such list, a request for necessary funds shall be made by the. director of public works in his annual budget to the city council for the repair or replacement of the listed damaged public improvements, and such repairs or replacements shall be made to the extent of the funds approved in the annual budget. (Ord. 944 § 1 (part); October.4, 1971). 11.04.080 Appeal from. order of director. Any person aggrieved by any act of the director may appeal, in writing, to the city manager. The city manager shall hear the appellant, the director and any others, and shall (11.04) 3 July 1998 • 'CITY .A �' .""'� CITY OF BURLINGAME - PLANNING COMMISSION SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS , RESIDENTIAL DESIGN REVIEW Application to the Planning Commission must include certain minimum information before a project can be scheduled for a Planning Commission hearing. The applicant is responsible for submitting this information as listed below, and as shown on the attached sheet titled MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS FOR INITIAL REVIEW OF PLANS. All submittal information must be clear, and easily readable. Incomplete or illegible information cannot be accepted and will cause delays in the processing of the application. COMPLETED APPLICATION FORM With original applicant and property owner signatures. Identify the contact person with the most knowledge of the project with and asterisk M. SUPPLEMENTAL FORM Variance, Conditional Use Permit, Special Permit, Fence Exception, Sign Variance, Commercial Application, Environmental Form, Impervious Surface Form (where 10,000 sq ft or more of impervious surface is added) LETTER OF EXPLANATION (optional) FILING FEES (see attached fee sheet) VERIFICATION OF OWNERSHIP (if new) PLANS `- 1 full size set 4 half size sets for initial submittal 1 8%"xl1" set Additional sets will be requested by Planning staff before the project is scheduled for Planning Commission review. Plans will be kept for two weeks after date of an action meeting. GREEN POINTS CHECKLIST Complete the Single Family Green Points Rated Checklist to determine what green measures have been incorporated into the project. Following are guidelines for completing plans. Please use in conjunction with the Minimum Requirements For Plans (pink form) SITE PLAN drawn to scale (1/8" = 1 foot min.) to show all existing AND proposed structures (anything >30" from adjacent grade) on the property. FLOOR PLANS showing existing and proposed floor layouts for all accessible floors- even those that do not have habitable area. Dimension and identify all rooms in all structures. ROOF PLANS showing existing and new roof configurations BUILDING ELEVATIONS of all existing and proposed for each side of the dwelling. Indicate all lower floors, basements, upper floors and attic spaces. SITE SECTIONS of all existing and proposed work FENCE EXCEPTION • site plan showing property lines, location of fences, dimensions of fences, and footprint of all structures on the property • elevation showing fence height measured from highest adjacent grade ACCESSORY STRUCTURES ■ electrical, plumbing, water, sewer connections shown on floor plan, including fixtures (toilet, sink, laundry) • floor plan of any proposed or existing loft/attic area and labeled use of that space -LANDSCAPE PLAN (minimum landscape requirement is 1 landscape tree {non -fruit) for Gel every 1,000 SF of living space. New Trees c `y"'L must be 24-inch box size or larger) ■ new construction must have full landscape plans • additions must show major trees and shrubs on the site PHOTOGRAPHS OF NEIGHBORHOOD • mounted on 11x 17" paper • color photo of front elevation of subject property and front view of two properties on each side, arranged in a streetscape (5 images total) BUSINESS LICENSE WITH THE CITY a ARCHITECT/DESIGNER must have a current business license with the City of Burlingame. Please list Business License # on Application to the Planning Commission. SNIANDOUTSIPC Submittal Rqmts + Checklist (Res DSR - PINIQISUBMITTAL.REQ.DSR.FORM.2009.pink.doc CITY OF BURLINGAME - PLANNING COMMISSION SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS RESIDENTIAL DESIGN REVIEW CHECKLIST The following are Planning Department requirements. Other Departments may have additional requirements. Please note that a demolition permit from the Building Department is required for any full or partial interior or exterior demolition. GENERAL INFORMATION REQUIRED/PROJECT DATA —1. Name of current owner on all sheets (add tenant & _12. Show all at grade parking contact person to commercial projects). a. Identify & dimension driveway & parking —2. Street address & assessor's parcel number of spaces. proposed project on all sheets. b. If a new driveway is proposed & sloping _3. Scale of drawings, north arrow & lot area. conditions exist, show slope & provide cross —4. Exterior wall dimensions of all buildings/structures section if required by City Engineer. on lot. c. Existing/proposed curb cut(s). —5. Gross floor area (GFA) removed, proposed new _13. Show location of steps, terraces, porches (label floor area & total (net) gross floor area. whether covered or uncovered), fences, gates & retaining walls. SITE PLAN (1/8 " = 1' or V= 10' minimum scale, may = '1;4 Show location, circumference and canopy; drip -line , include roof plan) of existing trees, if any. Measure circumference from a point 54" above grade. —6. Identify adjacent street(s) especially for corner lots. a. Note which trees are to be removed. If any tree —7. Show & correctly dimension all property lines (verify with a circumference of 48" or greater as property dimensions with Engineering Department). measured 54" above grade will be removed, — a. Show face of curb, planter strip, sidewalk & contact the Parks Department. front property line; show dimensions for each; b. If no trees are to be removed, note so on plans. show overall dimension from face of curb to c. Show location and identify type of replacement front property line (information available from trees. Planning or Engineering Departments). d Show location, species and circumference of — b. Show location and dimensions of easements, if _ any trees on surrounding properties that any, and identify type of easement. overhang the subject property. Clearly show c. Show outline of nearest edge of structures on the drip line,of the overhanging trees. adjacent lots to each side. =f5. Show spot elevations at: —8. Show and dimension all existing structures on site a. Top of curb in front of property corners (these plan. elevations must be surveyed by a licensed — a. Include location & dimensions of main professional); structure, garages, carports, covered or b. Finished floor at entry & relative to top of curb enclosed porch areas, decks (show height from elevations; grade to deck surface), trellises, arbor & c. The four property comers; accessory structures such as lanai, lath house, d. The 15' front & 15' rear setback lines where recreation room, gazebo, covered spa or shed). they intersect with the side property line; — b. Show distances between structures, including e. The four corners of the building at grade. eave-to-eave dimensions. _9. Clearly call out area of proposed project (remodel, FLOOR AND ROOF PLANS (114" = 1' minimum scale, see addition or proposed new structure). #20 for accessory structure requirements.) — a. Provide dimensions of project area. — b. Indicate areas/walls/structures to be removed —16. Show all existing/proposed floor plans & roof plans (if not possible on site plan, show on demolition as required. plan or floor plans). a. Indicate walls/structures to be removed —10. Show existing & proposed front, side & rear yard (dashed lines). dimensions. b. Indicate walls to remain (double lines). — a. Make sure building & setback dimensions add c. Indicate walls to be constructed (shaded lines). up to property length/width dimensions. d. Show overall exterior dimensions & individual b. If a change to the existing front setback is room dimensions. proposed or if a second story is proposed, e. Identify all rooms. provide measurements of all existing front f. Show doors and windows. setbacks on this side of block, as measured g. Show total square footage space (existing and from property line established in 7a. proposed). —11. Show location & material of at grade walkways and h. Show line of floor above/below if different. approaches. i. Show location of laundry facilities, both in main structure and in accessory structure. �-' 0 over for page 2 SNIANDOUTSWC Submittal Rqmts + Checklist (Res DSR - PINNISubmit Req DSR Checklist.pink.doc Submittal Requirements Checklist — Design Review Checklist Page 2 , BUILDING ELEVATIONS AND BUILDING SECTIONS _17. Show all building elevations. `.- a. Show original existing elevations of house from average top of curb to roof ridge(s) prior to proposed addition/remodel/demolition. b. Clearly show new addition (in bold lines) in relationship to existing structure. c. Include all existing and proposed windows, doors & roof pitches. d. Show existing or proposed (if any) change in grade on all elevations. e. Provide a building section if required. f. Identify exterior materials (roof, siding, windows and window trim). _18. Show line of average top of curb; show overall building height from average top of curb (original height) & verify building height by showing: a. Dimension from average top of curb to finished floor at entry; b. Dimension from finished floor at entry to top of plate (single story structures); or to ceiling (multiple story structures) then dimension between floors and from finished floor to ceiling to top of plate; c. Dimension from top of plate to roof ridge. _19. Declining Height Envelope notation drawn on the elevation. a. All declining height envelopes should be dimensioned and the point of departure (elevation point) clearly labeled on the elevation drawings. �... b. If applying exception #3 of declining height envelope (CS 25.28.075), on applicable elevation, show change in grade, if any, from this property to nearest wall of adjacent property. Show setback and outline of adjacent residence; show height to top of plate of both structures (measure height from average elevation between the 15' front & rear setback elevations at the side property line). ACCESSORY STRUCTURES _20. When submitting plans for improvements to an accessory structure (detached garage, shed, workshop, lanai, lath house, recreation room, covered spa or similar structure) please provide the following additional information on: a. Floor Plans: 1. Location of mechanical equipment. 2. Electrical equipment. 3. All water & sewer connections. 4. Location of doors & windows, including skylights. 5. Location of laundry facilities. b. Building Elevations: 1. Location of/change in grade on all elevations. 2. Height from lowest adjacent grade to top of plate. 3. Height from lowest adjacent grade to ridge. 4. Pitch of roof. ;LANDSCAPE PLAN 21.On landscape plan note all planting materials, identify plants by common and/or botanical name. a. Existing location and size. b. Proposed size at planting. _22. Show location, circumference and canopy dripline of existing trees. Measure circumference from a point 54" above grade. a. Note which trees are to be removed. If any tree with a circumference of 48" as measured 54" above grade will be removed, contact the Parks Department. b. If no trees are to be removed, note so on plans. c. Show location and identify type of new trees (minimum 24" box size). You must have 1 non -fruit trees for every 1000 SF of floor area. _ d. For a second story, place new trees and vegetation to screen addition from street and neighbors. e. Show location, species and circumference of any trees on surrounding properties that overhang the subject property. Clearly show the drip line of the overhanging trees. _23. Note the container size for proposed landscaping (i.e. -flat, 1 gallon, 24" box, etc.). _24. Show all existing & proposed structures (deck, trellis, arbors, gazebo, barbecue, fence, retaining walls, etc.) 25. Note the finished grade at both sides of abrupt changes of grades, such as wall slopes, etc. a. Provide other elevations which may be necessary to show grading & drainage. FENCES AND HEDGES _26. Before submitting plans to build a fence please pick up fence and hedge regulations from the Planning Department. When submitting plans, include: a. A site plan clearly showing location of proposed fence(s) on property. b. A fence elevation with height of fence shown from highest adjacent grade. c. A cross section showing change in grade between two properties and height of fence measured from both sides. d. Construction details. PHOTOGRAPHS OF NEIGHBORING PROPERTIES _27. Submit images of the front elevation of subject house with an unobstructed view (avoid cars/trucks parked in street) of front of neighboring residences/properties (2 properties on each side of subject house). a. All streetscape photos to be taken facing each parcel (perpendicular to frontage) and mounted together to provide a panoramic view. b. Photos should include front and side yards between houses as seen from the street. c. Mount or print color photographs on an 11" x 17" sheet of paper, providing a continuous view the five houses. _ d. Label the address of each residence and identify the project site. S:WANDOUTS1PC Submittal Rqmts + Checklist (Res DSR - PIN() (Submit Req DSR Checklist. pink.doc Project is submitted Staff Completes plan check and provides comments * Applicant resubmits revised plans — staff completes plan check * Applicant submits 10 sets of revised plans Project is placed on waiting list for Planning Commission Meeting Project is scheduled for a Planning Commission Design Review Study Meeting Design Review Process Are changes to project required by Planning Commission? 1111110AM Project placed on waiting list for next available Planning Commission Action Meeting Planning Commission Action Meeting If project is referred to a Design Review Consultant * Applicant makes changes to the YES project based on Planning Commission direction Staff completes plan check * Applicant submits 10 sets of revised plans Project placed on waiting list for next available Planning Commission Action Meeting Planning Commission Action Meeting Project is forwarded to a Design Review Consultant Design Review Consultant has 8 days to review project Design Review Consultant meets with applicant and recommends changes * Applicant submits revised plans — staff completes plan check Design Review Consultant determines whether PC concerns have been addressed Design Review Consultant makes recommendations to Planning Commission Project placed on waiting list for next available Planning Commission Action Meeting Planning Commission Action Meeting ..................................................................................... HandoutsV.)SP Process — Chart 04.2003 i........................................................ _....... _................. ; * = time and control of the applicant City of Burlingame • Community Development Department • 501 Primrose Road • P (650) 558-7250 • F (650) 696-3790 • www.burlingame.org CITY OF BURLINGAME PLANNING FEE SCHEDULE .URLING.AME ADDRESS 7 Preliminary Plan Check (New Construction or Addition $ 245.00 Plan Recheck Fee - more than 2 revisions $200.00 Plan Recheck Fee - major redesign of plans $450.00 APPLICATIONS Design Review (New Construction or Addition) Design Review Consultant Deposit im Design Review- HandlingFee Amendments to Design Review 775.00 Design Review -FYI submittal 200.00 Condominium Permit, 4 units or less 1,345.00 Condominium Permit, 5 units or more 1,580.00 General Plan Amendment 2,130.00 Rezoning 1,950.00 Conditional Use Permit 1,400.00 Special Permit 1,400.00 Variance 1,400.00 Sin Variance 1,350.00 Antenna Exception 25.00 Fence Exception 820.00 Hillside Area Construction Permit 330.00 Minor Modification 330.00 Second Unit Amnesty Building Official Inspection Fee 400.00 Appeal to City Council 400.00 Extensions/Amendments topermits' 310.00 Determination - Planning Commission 885.00 ENGINEERING Single-family Dwelling 213.00 All others Actual cost - $105/hr Traffic and Parking Studies Actual cost - $105/hr Creek Enclosures 1,182.00 Drainage and utilities 736.00 PARKS 'Arbonst Review '° _ 165.00 Unused portion of deposit will be refunded. Handling fee will be refunded if project does not get referred to a design review consultant. 50% of preliminary plan check fee will be credited toward required application fees if and when project is submitted as a complete application. REGULAR FEES $ REFUNDABLE FEES $ Preliminary Plan Check Fee Credit $ \_. NOTICING R-1 and R-2 $140.00 All Other Districts 140.00 Design Review, residential 220.00 Design Review, all other districts 220.00 Minor Mod. And Hillside Area 215.00 General Plan Amendment 1,200.00 Rezoning 1,200.00 Environmental Impact Report 1,200.00 Second Unit Amnesty Noticing 55.00 City Council Appeal 85.00 Replacement of Posted Sin 56.00 ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW Categorical Exemption 70.00 Initial StTdy 865.00 Negative Declaration 2,090.00 Mitigated Declaration and/ or with a Responsible Agency 2,495.00 Environmental Impact Report (Deposit determined by Community Development Director) 35 % of contract Environmental Posting Fee- Neg Dec & EIR 240.00 Neg Dec. Fish & Game Fee + Co. Handling Fee (make check payable to San Mateo County) 1,993.00 EIR Fish and Game Fee + Co. Handling Fee make check payable to San Mateo County) 2,768.25 County Handling Fee 50.00 BAYFRONT DEVELOPMENT FEES Office 2,064.001TSF Restaurant 8,309.00fTSF Hotel 676.00/room Hotel, Extended Stay 657.00/room Office/Warehouse/Manufacturing 3,128.001TSF Retail - Commercial 7,596.00/TSF Car Rental 48,205.00/acre Commercial Recreation 14,960.00/acre All other 1,662.00/ trip NORTH BURLINGAME DEVELOPMENT FEES El Camino Real North Subarea Multi -Family Project or Duplex $0.46 per SF Any Other Use $0.58 per SF Rollins Road Subarea All uses $0.46 per SF PUBLIC FACILITIES IMPACT FEES To be determined based on project size TOTAL FEES $ S:VfANDOUTS1Fee Schedule Receipt and FormsUuly 2009 Fee Receipts and FormslFEE.SCHEDULE 07.2009.FRM.doc effective July 1. 2009