HomeMy WebLinkAboutMin - PC - 1965.02.24CITY OF BURLINGAME PLANNING COWITSSION
February 24, 1965
COMMISSIONERS PRESENT COPMISSIONERS ABSENT OTHERS PRESENT
Brauner Norberg City Attorney Karmel
Cistulli Stivers City Planner Mann
Edwards City Engineer Marr
Kindig Councilman Diederichsen
Pierce
CALL TO ORDER
A regular meeting of the Burlingame Planning Commission_ was called
to order at 8:00 p.m., on the above date - Chairman Cistulli presiding,
ROLL CALL
The Secretaryfs roll call recorded the above -named members present;
Commissioners Norberg and Stivers, absent due to illness, were excused.
MINUTES
Minutes of the regular meeting of. January 2S and the study meeting of
February 8, 1965, previously submitted to members were approved and
adopted`
HEARINGS
1. SIGN VARIANCE GRANTED O'NEILL REALTY COMPANY.
A public hearing on an application filed by Mr. Gilmore O'Neill for a
variance to erect a pole sign on the property at 100 El Camino Real to
identify the new location of O'Neill Realty Company was continued from
the meeting of January 25, 1965, to the present date when the Commission
indicated that the size and the color combination of the proposed sign
were not acceptable.
Chairman Cistulli recognized Mr. John R. Greene, Q.R,S,, Neon Company,
San Francisco, representing the applicant, who stated that the size
has been reduced from 4 by 8 feet to 3 by 6 feet; the yellow background,
to which the Commission objected will be ivory; the brown lettering will
remain,
Mr. Greene submitted samples of the material of which the sign will be
constructed to show the precise colors.
Commissioner Kindig pointed out that the Commission approved a variance
for commercial use of the property because it was considered a proper
use; therefore, the request for a sign is not unreasonable. lie stated,
however, that it would appear that the sign is intended more for adver-
tising than for identification purposes, which,in the location, is a
matter of some concern lest an unfavorable precedent be established.
? Chairman Cistulli referred to commercial signs existing on 'r'.1 C:,.C:3_Yt0
Real, mentioning, part-icularly, those at Adeline Drive: and the highs,
aayr inc ?,Ld=.ng a Teas �:s`Wake. c:orpMy sirsV
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Commissioner B-fau-ne-r t:t}B"fi-lilfled hiS
7position
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bizarre �sivns 2_ ong sale TEI `t.is? I20g 5[e € GI)CUrred W4Lt 1 CO)"Knissioner
'r;? s.di g"s cti➢m—me :its coil ce-1-n Itu r,r ecedent ! -but stated that in fairness
to the applicant it }rest be Voted that there are in existence two
real es swat e company si_gps on El Cai.:.iino Real Town and Covntry Realty
and Nick C«.rter,
The City Plarhner, in response to Commissioner Brauner, stated that: the
SSta`andar,t 04L I ,S a'v i ce S-L-a io- and the small shopping cerite`r at Adeline
Drive and El Camino Real are non-c o nforn-ring; the zoning is Rm3, He
menti ored that the service station sign, was char ed some years ago wi tll
perIissiol_ of the Fla..ninf, Colhanission,
Tfle City Planner informed the Ccm-riission that Four Wheel. Brake. £'.t
Broadway and El 1.al1!ino, ;1:i.ck Caster Real Estate and the ervice Sta`Cie`sis
on the northerly and southerly sides of Burl.i-ngz-me Avenue at the high-
way are a 13. coi-amerc`Aia l Zoning.
Mr. O'Neill: E.pori recogazi ti,on by the Chaim iL...t the extent
of Ot1:e .:1,gyls Oil %.% C-ami±aOp t'itlC'1�i1!:x t�G�i'O'CG'6l G i� :�i.i c?�i [:�c{.c :E'.. ce
sta iolns, O`_ whgte-zie r s itot --s 7hfpar` an as t2he Jfact. that tIney do
Referring to the sign or. the Equitable Life Assurance building, recent-
ly approved by the Commission, Mr, O'Neill pointed out ?-hat his build-
ing is located on the same parcel of la;.0; the zoning s the sahhhe for
both buildi_ILs: presY.nab y, therefore, clrcu-m-stances, pertaining to
installation of si.gyts on the huildirgs would be identical.
Mr. O'Neilj requested approval of his application, to 7ermiit his full
use of - he property.
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In a period of discussion, the Clom"uission was informed by Mr. OI Nei 1.1
and Mr, Greene that the sigi-. will he located in a co.t-nor of the lOi
.f i l'i t i 'Eot 3I1torre witil the r etiul y-ed Setha-ci4 on ►.he 1: 1 Can:hiPo
fro stage e (tti plot plan, filed at the time of t. le January 25
nee t;ng; ndicated cXact locat?o-n of h,e slEn . reIF1.3ctcd Iigh1-iinP,
will illuminate only the wording Realty"
A motion was 3n`roduced by Comii3i sioner Edwa).-ds+ approving a variance
for a pole s-ign i:o be� erected on "Oe prelTi_�.ses: o; O'Neill Rerlty,
IC.G El C iT"!.no :Real; i-_he si,p'n nod to exceed 73 foet by 5 feet in n color
of i or y c"-.f }' vi3ih!h a.lnil [:.'( .nte 'Let r i g as, sal T :In the
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2. RESUBDIVISION; LANDS OF OSCAR PERSON, MARSTEN ROAD.
A resubdivision map filed with the City. Engineer proposed to change
lot lines of property owned by Aar. Oscar Person lying between
Alarsten Road and Bayshore Freeway.
Air. Person, in reply to Chairman Cistulli, stated that a prior resub-
division divided the land into three parcels; the present proposal
is to eliminate existing interior lines, establish one new line divid-
ing the property into two parcels having frontage on 'iarsten Road.
The City Engineer stated that the map is correct as submitted.
There being no protests recorded, oral or written, on a motion intro-
duced by Commissioner Kindig, seconded by Commissioner Brauner and
unanimously carried the resubdivision map was approved as submitted.
3, FINAL MAP: SKYLINE. TERRACE SUBDIVISION.
Prior to the Commission's consideration of the Final 'tap of Skyline
Terrace, a subdivision of the lands of Douglas Pringle at Skyline
Boulevard and Trousdale Drive, Mr. James Himmel, in attendance, re-
quested and was furnished a copy of the map.
The City Planner, in response to the Chair, related circumstances
pertinent to the subdivision, pointing out that the map proposes a
division of the property into three parcels; Lots 1 and 2 are the
principal parcels for purposes of building sites; Lot 3 represents a
one foot strip where the property abuts Trousdale Drive, which strip
will be deeded to the city.
The City Planner stated that the map dividing acreage into lots is
in order as submitted.
The City Engineer informed the Commission that the final chap conforms
to the tentative map, previously approved by the Commission and ac-
cepted by the City Council. fie stated that the final map has been
verified as mathematically correct by the city's engineering department.
The City Engineer stated that his office is presently engaged with the
developer in processing the subdivision public improvement plan.
In response to the Chair's invitation for comments from the floor,
Air. James Himmel questioned whether the present map includes the
additional parcel of land acquired by Mr. Pringle, whereby the total
acreage was increased from 3.12 acres to 3.62 acres, subsequent to his
first presentation to the Planning Commission on the variance appli-
cation for development of the property.
The City Engineer confirmed that the map includes the area referred
to by A,r. Himmel.
Mr. Himmel stated that there was a point of clarification insofar as
the subdivision map is related to the variance; the map is not repre-
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} sentative of the property which Mr. Pringle discussed with the Com-
mission; therefore, should not the Commission consider also the
variance, in terms of the additional land acquired, before approving
the subdivision map.
Air. Himmel suggested that the matter of the expanded property boundaries,
and its relation to the variance, is of sufficient importance to
justify a written opinion from the City Attorney,
The City Attorney, in reply to Chairman Cistulli, informed the Com-
mission that the parcel of land discussed by Mr. Himmel was included
in the tentative subdivision map approved by the Commission; that
there is not.an application for variance before the Commission at this
time; the Commission at a prior time acted on the variance and the
City Council, subsequently, took its action; the matter of the variance
is beyond the Commission at this time.
The City Attorney thereupon advised the Commission that its sole interest
at this time is in the subdivision map.
Air. Himmel questioned the procedure whereby the additional one-half
acre may properly become a part of the total variance grant inasmuch
as there was no type of zoning action taken with respect to that one-
half acre.
In reply to inquiries directed by Commissioner Brauner, Air. Himmel stated
that he is a resident of the City of Millbrae, is a property owner and
taxpayer in the City of Burlingame; he was in attendance as a taxpayer
and as a representative of the Burlingame Civic Improvement Club,
Incorporated,
Air. R.A. Mauss, 1837 Hunt Drive, inquired when it would be proper to
discuss such matters as drainage, landscaping and architectural design
as related to the proposed development,
The City Engineer invited Air. Mauss to review the subdivision improve-
ment plans, detailing all public improvements, in his office.
Mr. Mauss questioned should there be water flow on his property and
damage resulting because of Mr. Pringle's project, would he have some
recourse.
The City Attorney, in response to the Chair, described proceedings
related to processing of subdivision maps, including the filing of a
subdivision agreement whereby the developer agrees to perform public
improvements in accordance with the requirements and specifications of
the City Engineer.
In reply to his inquiries, Air. Himmel was informed that the map was
before the Commission for final action at this time; if approved, the
map and other related papers would be transmitted to the City Council
for consideration at its meeting, March 1; following acceptance by
that body, and subsequent recordation, the City Engineer stated that
presumably a building permit would issue some time thereafter.
The discussion concluded, a ,notion was introduced by Commissioner
Brauner approving the Final Aiap of Sky Une Terrace Subdivision, as sub-
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matted and recommending its acceptance to the City Council, Motion
seconded by Commissioner Edwards and declared carried unanimously on
roll call,
4. SPECIAL PERMIT GRANTED TONDO TRUCKINC COMPANY.
An application filed by Tondo Trucking Company requested a special
permit to operate a trucking and warehouse facility on.Harsten Road.
A communication from the applicant dated January 18, 1965, stated that
the business has been operating for the past five years from 1368 Rollins
Road but this location is now inadequate due to business growth. The
communication stated that Air, Oscar Person has been requested to draw
plans and specifications for a new facility on Marsten Road,
A plot plan and elevations were filed,
The City Planner informed the Commission that the location is on the
southerly 100 feet of Parcel B of the resubdivision of the lands of
Oscar Person, approved by the Commission earlier in this present meet-
ing.
Mr. Person stated that a masonry wall, 5 feet high, will be constructed
across the front of the premises with two gates, either wire or wood,
constructed so that the inside area will be visible from the street,
for policing purposes.
The City Engineer, in reply to the Chair, indicated no comment,
In reply to an inquiry from the City Planner whether the area between
the front fence and the structure will be paved, hire Person stated that
his agreement with Tondo Trucking provides for paving a circular drive-
way, and the working area front and back of the loading platform. The
remaining area to be paged at a later date. He stated also that the
plans call for completing the fencing of the property by March, 1966.
Upon advice from the City Planner that the code requires fencing where
outdoor uses of land are involved, Air. Person agreed that a chain link
fence will be installed when Tondo Trucking occupies the property.
Referring to the potential dust and dirt nuisance factor resulting from
trucks moving in and out of an unpaved area, the City Planner recom-
mended, as a reasonable condition for a trucking yard, that the Com-
mission specify additional paving beyond that described by Mr. Person,
Mr. Edgar Williams, representing Tondo Trucking described the operation,
number of trucks and their movements in and out of the area.
In a period of discussion concerning paving in all locations where the
trucks would be traveling or parking, the City Engineer suggested a
semipermanent covering consisting of three to four inches of crushed
rock on a solid compacted sub -grade, and oiled..
Mr. Person agreed to pave the driveway, the working areas in 'front and
back of the building and to lay a rock covering as described by the
City Engineer in 50 percent of the rear section of the building.
A motion was thereupon introduced by Commissioner Brauner approving the
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special permit to Tondo Trucking Company for the location on Marsten
Road, conditional upon the masonry wall at the front of the property
extending to a height of five feet; a chain link fence to be placed
around the remainder of the property upon occupancy, 50 per cent of the
rear area, from the edge of the driveway to the rear property line to
be covered in accordance with the comments of the City Engineer, agreed
-to by Mr. Person; landscaping to conform to the elevation. Motion
seconded by Commissioner Kindig and carried unanimously on roll call.
The hearing was declared concluded.
RECESS
Following a recess at 9:40 p.m., the meeting was called to order at
9:45 p.m., by Chairman Cistulli.
HEARINGS (cons.)
S. DIRECTIONAL SIGN FOR DRIVE-IN THEATRE APPROVED.
A request filed by Anza Pacific Corporation for a permit to install a
directional sign for the drive-in theatre to be constructed on a
portion of their lands under development easterly of the Bayshore
Freeway was scheduled for public hearing at this time.
A communication from the applicant stated that the sign will be double-
faced, each face to have two Treader boards with arrows and wording in-
dicating the location of the theatre. The reader boards will
measure 35 feet wide by 12 feet high, with the highest portion of the
reader board 44 feet above grade.
The communication stated further that the theatre is actually two
operations, therefore, two signs are necessary; one for the Burlingame
Theatre and one for the Peninsula Theatre. Ornamental structures atop
the reader boards would extend to a height of 65 feet above grade.
A plot plan was filed and a scaled model of a portion of the Anza
Pacific Corporation lands was placed on display to indicate the theatre
site and the location of the sign. A colored rendering of the sign
structure and the two reader boards was submitted.
Air. Vincent G. Raney, architect, replied to inquiries from Commission-
ers concerning location of the sign, type of lighting and materials
to be used in construction.
The City Planner expressed the opinion that the sign could not be any
less than proposed and be effective,
Upon determination by the Chair that there were no protests recorded,
oral or written, a :notion was introduced by Commissioner Brauner
approving a permit to Anza Pacific Corporation for the sign in accord-
ance with the specifications indicated on the job drawing #1008, dated
February 4, 1965; the sign to be free of flashing or moving lights.
Motion seconded by Commissioner Pierce anti declared carried unanimous-
ly on roll call.
The hearing was declared concluded.
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6. REAL ESTATE SIGN VARIANCE GRANTED AN2A PACIFIC CORPORATION.
An application filed by Anza Pacific Corporation requested a variance
to permit construction of a real estate sign approximately 12 feet by
32 feet, double-faced, located 3 feet 6 inches above ground level.
The application referred to the legal limitation of 80 square feet for
a real estate sign pertaining to sale or rental of property and men-
tioned that the greater size is necessary because of the location some
distance from Bayshore Freeway,
Mr. Cyrus J. McMillan, attorney representing the applicant, indicated'
the location on the scaled model on display.
The City Planner informed the Commission that the plan indicated the
sign placed on property not owned by the applicants. fie stated
that the law provides that real estate signs shall be placed only on
the property offered for sale.
Mr. David Keyston stated that Anza Pacific Corporation has entered into
an agreement with the agent of the owner of the land on which the
sign is sh.,,9wn for an exchange of a portion of that property for a part
of the Anza Pacific lards. I{e confirmed that at present the agreement
has not been finalized, therefore, the sign is actually on another
owner's property.
Mr. Keyston agreed to relocate the sign and indicated on the plot plan
the new location on Anza. Pacific property.
The City Planner informed the Commission further that a permit may be
granted for a period of six months only but the applicant has the
privilege of applying for a renewal,
Mr, McMillan stated that the sign will be illuminated by flood lights
from below, the sign proper will be free of flashing or moving lights.
In a period of discussion, it was pointed out by Mr. Keyston that the
80 square feet limiIntion by code applies to property consisting of
one acre or rrsores since Anza Pacific owns approximately 165 acres,
actually rather than the one large sign for which the variance is re-
quested, a number of signs 80 square feet in area could legally be
placed ' on the property.
There were no protests recorded, oral or written; on a motion intro-
duced by Commissione7 Brauner, seconded by Commissioner Edwards and
unanimously carried -on roll call the variance was granted for the
sign to the size indicated on the plan on file, the applicant to ob-
serve all other code requirements pertaining to such signs.
The hearing was declared concluded,
7. TO AP9END M-1 DISTRICT REGULATIONS.
A public hearing, pursuant to published notice, was scheduled to proceed
at this time in the matter of repealing or amending Section 1933 A 3
of the Ordinance Code per,rlitting C-2 (Service Business) uses in M-1
(Light Industrial) Districts; and repealing or amending so much of
Section 1933 A 4 permitting those accessory uses in an .H� 1 (Light
Industria1)DistrT ct which are also permitted in the R 'Residential)
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A paper prepared by the City Planner entitled "Proposed Changes In
M-1 (Light Industrial) Code Sections" was previously submitted to
members of the Commission. In reply to the Chair's inquiry, all
members indicated that the material was read in its entirety prior
to the meeting,
The City Planner stated that the subject has been brought to the
Commission since it is believed important to the future development
of the industrial area. Ile mentioned that in his opinion the con-
tinued applications of a retail commercial nature, regularly before
the Commission, may lead the city into a situation where, in effect,
a completely new commercial district is created in the industrial
area, which was never the intent,
Suggesting that the subject merits careful consideration and need
not be processed hurriedly, the City Planner recommended that the
Commissioners talk with persons interested in the development of
the industrial district, with owners and builders of industrial
properties, with the idea of gathering suggestions for possible re-
visions to the uses permitted in the industrial district.
The Chair recognized Mr. David Keyston who stated that retail busi-
nesses attracting the "housewife shopper" would be out of place in
an industrial area but certain other commercial uses, such as banks,
for example, would be compatible.
- Following a period of discussion during which Commissioners concurred
with the remarks of the City PlannerfA motion am introduced by
Commissioner Edwards, seconded by Commissioner Kindig and unanimously
carried, the hearing was continued to the meeting of March 22.
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was regularly adjourned at 10:40 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
John J. Brauner
Secretary
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