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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMin - PC - 1968.08.26CITY OF BURLINGAME PLANNING COMMISSION COMMISSIONERS PRESENT Brauner Cistulli Kindig Mink Norberg Pierce: Taylor CALL TO {ORDER COMMISSIONERS ABSENT None August 26, 1968 OTHERS PRESENT City Attorney Karmel City Planner Vann City Engineer Marr The regular monthly meeting of the Burlingame Planning Commission was caller; to order on the above date at 8:05 p.m.,, Chairman Mink presiding. ROLL, CALL A rol.l call recorded all members present. MINUTES The minutes of the regular meeting of July 22 and the study meeting of August 12, 1968, previously submitted to members, were approved and adopted. 1. LE BARON HOTEL, BAYSHORE HICHWAY, APPROVED. Crlai-man Mink announced that design and plot plans prepared by Ronald K. Davis,, A.I.A., San Diego, for the proposed Le Baron Hotel (formerly 7--Inn of America) were before the Commission at this time for final disposition, the project having been approved in principle in April, , 1968. The location was identified as a 3.91 acre parcel in the industrial district, fronting the easterly ::ine of Bayshore Highway southerly of Surlway Road; formerly the Ph -!lips property. A etl:er dated duly 19, 1968, to the Planning Commission from Fire Chief Reginald E. Meorby requested, if the project is approved, that the Commission require that the structure comply with all applicable Muni.cipas Code requirements. Mr. David Allee appeared for fir. Ronald K. Davis„ the project architect.. In response to Chairman Mink, the City Planner recalled that at the time; the use of the property was approved in principle there were questions raised which were unanswerable as the plans were incomplete. He stated that working plans were furnished the building and fire departments in the interim, that there have been numerous staff conferences, and that the building inspector reports that building p:��cble�is ha=►e been resolved aid the plans meet all of T.-he rode in response to C'7airman Mirk, the City Engineer -reported that l� \ utilities appear to be satisfactory. In response to a series of inquiries from the Commission, Mr. Allee stated that the hotel building and the restaurant/banquet facilities will be accomplished and occupied simultaneously; that the site will be landscaped to conform to the General Landscape Plan on file; that survey records show the fill line is approximately the property line, with a possible variation of one foot. The matters of landscaping and parking were explored at length; the Commission was informed that the hotel building height is proposed at 10 stories, with 338 rooms, the restaurant two stories; a total of 402 parking spaces is proposed includJng 326 ground Level, plus a parking structure to the bay side to accommodate 75 cars. The City Planner reported that parking as indicated exceeds code requirements. In response to Commissioner Norberg's suggestion to increase land- scaping at the Bayshore Highway frontage, either additional lawn or ground cover,_and Commissioner Brauner's comment that if there is an overage of parking the row at the front abutting the street should be reduced or eliminated, the City Planner agreed to recompute the parking to determine whether the spaces can be eliminated and land- scaping substituted. Mr. Allee indicated willingness. to cooperate with the City Planner to effect additional landscaping and a rearrangement of parking where feasible. The discussion was concluded. A motion was introduced by Commissioner Brauner approving the application for special use permit- for construction of Le Ba.rc i Hotel at 1380 Bayshore Highway, in accordance with plans on file prepared by Ronald K. Davis, A.I.A., on condition that in the con- struction all code requirements respecting firer safety and building regulations be }met. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Ki.ndig and carried unanimously on roll call. Chairman Mink announced that the Commission's action, if not appealed, shall become final and conclusive following the City Council meeting of September 3, 1968. HEARINGS Pursuant to public notice, hearings proceeded as follows: I. RESUBDIVISION - INGOLD MILLSDALF INDUSTRIAL PARK. A Tap prepared by William A. Bartlett, Licensed .and Surveyor, Pr, -losing a resubdi.visi.on of lots 3,4,5, Block 1, Ingold-Hillsdale In-i,str.ial Park, was reviewed at the study meeting and scheduled -ormal consideration at this time. .vlr. ;;forge Arthur of Arthur Bros., lnc . , builders, represe nt d the. prop'R ty canners, the General Tire and Rubber Company and he Cenera y. - 2 -- Tire Realty Company, Akron, Ohio. A letter from the General Tire Realty Company concerning their request for abandonment of a portion of an anchor easement was read, the Commission being advised by staff that the matter of the easement will be resolved by the City Council. In response to Chairman Mink, the City Planner reported that the purpose of the map is to delete interior lot lines and combine the three lots into a single parcel fronting Ingold Road to accommodate additional warehouse space adjoining the existing building. The City Engineer and City Planner indicated no problems. There were no comments from the audience in response to the Chair's inquiry. The hearing was declared concluded. A motion introduced by Commissioner Kindig, seconded by Commissioner Brauner and carried unanimously on roll call, approved the resub division of Lots 3,4,5 Block 1, Ingold-Millsdal.e Industrial Park in accordance with the map filed with the City Engineer. 2. RESUBDIVISION - ANZA AIRPORT PARK UNIT NO. S. A resubdivision map prepared by Howard G. Hickey, Civil Engineer, proposing to delete the interior lot line for the purpose of combining, Lots 1 and 2, Block 3, Anza Airport Park, Unit No. 5, into a single parcel was reviewed at the study meeting and scheduled for formal consideration at this time. Mr. David Keystone represented the property owners, Anza Pacific Corporation. The Commission was informed by staff that eliminating the line dividing the lots will establish a suitable site for a proposed. building and off-street parking. The City Engineer and City Planner indicated no problems. There were no comments from the audience in response to the Chair. The hearing was declared concluded. A motion introduced by Commissioner Cistulli, eseconded by Coms.issiouc:f Pierce and unanimously carried, approved the resubdivision of Lets I and 2, Block 3, Anza Airport Park, Unit No. 55, in accordance wital the map filed with the City Engineer. 3. CONTRACTOR"S STORAGE YARD, }OARSTEh ROAD, A,PROVED. Chairman Mink announced a public hearing on the application fog - 3 special use permit filed by Frank D. Smith Company, lathing and Plastering Contractor, to operate from industrial zoned property at 1367 Mdrsten Road. A communication from the applicant dated August 13, 1968, signed by James D. Johnson, General Superintendent, advised that the office and storage yard at the proposed location will '6e occupied under a lease arranged with the owner, Mr. Martin Ruane, also a plaster- ing contractor, who recently vacated the property. The communication noted items.of materials and equipment to be stored on the premises. Mr. Johnson was present representing the applicant. In response to Chairman Mink, the City Planner reported that he visited the property since the discussion at the study meeting.. `And, from the exterior, observed considerable improvement in the appear- ance. He stated that the building inspector inspected the structures and reports no problems with the.exception that sheds at the rear have not yet been made to comply with building ,and fire codes. In response to Chairman Mink, there were no comments from the audience. The hearing was declared concluded. A motion introduced by Commissioner Brauner, seconded by Commissioner l Pierce and unanimously carried, approved the application of Frank J D. Smith Company for a special use permit to maintain a contractor's storage yard at 1367 Marsten Road in accordance with their communi- cation on file dated August 13, 1968, and on the condition that sheds on the property be fire retardant in accordance with code requirements. Chairman Mink announced that the action of the Commission, if not appealed, shall become final and conclusive following the City Council meeting of September 3, 1968. 4. LOT SIZE VARIANCE GRANTED UNION OIL COMPANY. Chairman Mink announced a public hearing on the application of Union Oil Company of California for a variance to create a lot of 3600 square feet and a frontage of 40 feet where the code requires 5400 square feet and 50 feet, adjoining 1147 Bayshore Boulevard. The applicant's statement dated duly 26, 1968, signed by Norman H. Miller, Real Estate Representative, advised that the proposed parcel has street frontage on Bayshore Boulevard, is adjacent to and southerly of property owned by 76 Oil PTopert.ies, Corporation, and will be used in conjunction with said property for. the purpose of reconstructing and expanding service station facilities at Cadillac Way and Sayshore Boulevard. Mr. Norman H. Miller represented the applicant. In response to Chairman Mine, the City n ; anner reviewed circum- stances pertinent to the application, explaining that a variance 4 - was approved in April,.1968, to Union Oil Company to extend service station use to adjoining property zoned R-4 (Fourth Residential) and, subsequently, a resubdivision map was prepared proposing to remove the R-4 parcel from the acreage of Burlingame Shore Land Company, committed by agreement with the city to a complex of buildings; when the map was submitted to the Commission, it was determined that the resultant lot failed to meet frontage and area requirements for R-4 properties and that the only remaining procedure was a variance to make the lot possible. In response to Chairman Mink, Mr. Miller advised that when the agreement was made with Mr. Oscar Person, the property owner, to purchase the parcel, 40 x 90 feet was the maximum he desired to sell and was considered sufficient for Union Oil Company purposes. Air. Miller recited cost figures for the proposed reconstruction, and the street improvements; he advised that the existing station is owned by 76 Oil Properties Corporation, an organization wholly independent of Union Oil Company, formed for the purpose of purchasing the service station properties and ].easing back to Union Oil Company; that 76 Oil Properties Corporation is unable .to.purchase the new parcel, consequently, the land will be in separate ownerships but the improvements will bE owned by Union Oi.l. Company. In response to the Chair's request for comments from the audience; Air. Oscar Person, owner of the parcel, advised that the City Council agreed to revise the agreement.of record for development of the 1 acreage thereby releasing the 40 x 90 foot parcel, and that dis- approval of the variance will involve a new request of the City Council for further modification of the agreement if Union Oil Company is to be permitted to undertake the reconstruction project. The City Planner, in response to Commission inquiry, advised that at the time the matter of the development of the Burlingame Shure Land Company acreage was before the City Council, Council was informed that the oil company was interested in developing a portion of the acreage immediately adjoining the existing service station. -.1w response to Chairman Mink, Mr. Miller indicated no objection to a restriction binding the existing service station lot and the proposed parcel to a single development. During a period of Commission discussion, there were comments from some members that approval of the variance will create a substandard lot, thereby establishing a precedent. The hearing was declared concluded. A motion was introduced by Commissioner Pierce, and seconded by Commissioner Cistulli, to approve the variance to Union Oil Company of California to creates a 40 x 90 foot lot (less in size and frontage than the code provides for R-4, properties) said lot being designated Parcel C-2 on the resubdivision map prepared by Howard G. Hicey for the owner, Person -Western, Inc., dated July, 1968, on condition that the use is restricted to the purposes of Union Oil Company for - 5 - reconstruction and extension of se--n%,icf station -laci liti.c:s at Cadillac Way and Bayshore Boulevard. The motion.was declared carried or the following roll call: AYES: COMMISSIONERS: Cistulli, Ki.ndig, Norberg, Pierce NOES: COMMISSIONERS: Brauner, Mink, Taylor ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS: None Chairman Mink announced that the Commission's action, if not appealed, shall be final and conclusive following the City Council meeting on September 3, 1968. 5. VARIANCE TO COMBINE R-3 AND R-1 PROPERTIES FOR APARTMENT DOMTROETTR Chairman Mink announced a public hearing on the application for; variance submitted by William and Gerhard Van Herick and David A. Nicola.ides, Burlingame, appertaining to the property designated 325 El Camino Real, Lots 1,4,5, Block 2, Burlingame Park Sub- division No. 2. The application recited as follows: the zoning is mixed, one lot being classified third residential., the two remaining lots, first residential; improvements existing consist of an olden single family residence and a rear secondary bungalow; it is proposed to remove the existing buildings and to construct a single apartment building containing 24 units on the three hots conforming to all R-3 code provisions. A communication dated August 8, 1968, signed by Arthur A. Dudley, agent for the applicants, located the property at the southwesterly corner of El Camino Real and Chapin Avenue. The communication advised that approval of the variance Will permit construction of an attractive apartment building, thereby replacing a very old single-family residence at onecf the city's prominent locations, and that the -three lots are in a single ownership combined as a single parcel in the existing use. The communication stated further that the lot zoned R-3`is 50 feet on Chapin Avenue by 128 feet on El Camino Real and because of building setbacks on the highway, and side and rear yard require- ments, there is insufficient land area for a substantial apartment building; the three lots. combined will have 150 feet on Chapin Avenue and an approximate land area of 19,000 :square feet. Copies of a statement prepared by the City Planner were distributed and read wherein reference was made to a report to the Planning Commission in 1964, following an intensive physical study of tf:e area bounded by El Camino Real, Barroilhet and Occidental Avenues, recommending changes in the R-3 zone which fronts on El Camino Real. The statement commented on problems involved in attempting good multiple construction on 50 foot lots, with the long dimension lying along E1 Camino Real, because of the 20 foot setback special to the highway frontage; described methods available to developers, either by combining lots, thereby attaching the R-3 zoning to the entire parcel, or using the varia::ce procedure, which was the policy established by the Planning Commission in 1964 to allow the Commission to review the plans. In response to Chairman Mink, the City Engineer reported no problems in utilities, advising that an investigation of the water system in the area reveals sufficient flow for fire pro- tection. Plot and design plans prepared by Frank J. Messina, Architect, were reviewed at length. In response to a series of inquiries directed to Mr. Dudley and Mr. Nicolaides, the Commission was informed that lot coverage approximates 53%, and that a swimming pool and patio area are proposed; that the building proper will be three stories in height with one-half story of parking below grade and one-half above grade; that setbacks on Chapin Avenue meet code require- ments. Comments were invited from the audience. Mr. Howard Blitz, associated with Nixon Elliott: Beal Estate, San Mateo, represented Mr.Elliott, owner of properties at 1515 and 1517 Chapin Avenue and his own interests as owner of 1518 and 1530 and agent for 1532 Burlingame Avenue. Mr. Blitz indicated no objection to development of the subject property but to the type of construction proposed and requested the Commission's consideration to reserving the area for a large single improvement - hotel or garden court type: of apartment, as examples. He objected to the location of the swimming pooh., as shown on the applicants' drawings, adjacent to a single-family residence. During a period of Commission comment, Commissioners Taylor, Kindig9 Cistulli and Chairman Mink expressed opposition cn the grounds of excessive lot coverage, the number of units, high density adjacent to single-family uses, setbacks and unattrac- tive building design. Commissioner Fierce felt that from an economic standpoifit it would be impractical for the developer to attempt to reduce the number of units. Commissioner Norberg considered the project acceptable but sug- gested additional landscaping. Commissioner Brauner pointedput that setbacks, parking and lot coverage meet code requirements and questioned the equity of requiring, concessions in this situation when there are numer- ous similar types of apartment buildings in the apartment zone along El Camino Real. In response to a suggestion from staff that the matter be con- tinued to give the applicants an opportunity to revise the plazas to meet objections voiced by the Commission, and an -7- indication from Mr. Dudley that a delay of 60 days mould be preieia.ble, the hearing was continued to the October regular meeting on a motion introduced by Commissioner Norberg, seconded by Commissioner Kindig and unanimously carried. RECONVENE Fallowing a recess at 10:10 p®mo8 the meeting was called to order by Chairman Mink at 10:17 p,mo, with an announcement that Commissioner Pierce had been excused from the remainder of the meeting due to illness. HEARINGS.(CONT.) 6. SPECIAL PERMIT APPROVED FOR MOTEL AND OFFICE BUILDING BAYSHORE FREEWAY AND "BROADWAY EXTENDED." Chairman Link announced a public hearing on the application of Gregory and Sons, Contruction and Mortgage Company, Inc., Los Angeles, for m special use permit to construct an office build- ing, 15 story hotel and parking structure for in excess of 1.000 cars a The location was described as a 5.8 acre parcel of land at the southeasterly corner of Bayshore Freeway and "Broadway Extended" owned by:B€trlingame Shore Lands Company, zone M-1 (Industrial). Plot plan, elevations and layout, prepared by Irving D.Shapiro and. Associates, A.I,A,, Los Angeles, were filed. In response to Chairman Mink's request to initiate the dis- cussion, the City Planner referred to the report distributed to the Commission at the study meeting commenting on various aspects of the -,Project, Including the high incidence of traffic funnel- ing into a very small area, the necessity for installing new water and sewer lines to service the project over the city -owned park area, and street improvements to Broadway at the property frontage. The City Planner stated his position that the applicants are pro- posing a beautiful and worthy project but in the wrong location. The City Engineer, at the request of the Chair, discussed utilities, advising that sanitary sewerage must be transported to the sewerage treatment plant and that the most direct route would he through the proposed city park; a similar situation exists, to some degree, as far as water,as there is an existing large line which crosses the city park and this could be tapped; however, in each instance, the developer will be required to seek City Council approval to allow private utilities across city -owned lands The City Engineer concurred with the Planner that Broadway, as it exists in front of the property, is not paged except to a width of 22 feet, which is the road into the park, and that it -8- would appear that the applicant is in the same position as any s+bdiuider and would be required to construct street improve- ments. Chairman Mink recognized Mr. A.W. Hall, President:, Gregory and Sons. Mr. Hall stated that his company is agreeable to bearing costs of .sanitary sewerage and water installations required for the project and to improve the street as necessary. Mr. Hall discussed landscaping.proposed for the freeway frontage and the parking structure. -stated that on the north side of the propertya private road will be. constructed to city specifica- tions to carry internal traffic, and that the project cost will approximate 9 million dollars. In response'.to Chairman Mink's comment concerning: dimensions of the hotel building 1.96 feet in length and 63 feet 4 inches in widths and to Commissioner Kindig's inquiry concerning the aesthetic -effect of this form of architectural design, Mr. Hall advised that it is the standard design employed in all Howard Johnson `bui`ld ngs o He advised that the office building will. con- sist of 210-iQ40 square feet of office space, and that 1189.'park- ing spaces are proposed where the code requires 750. In response to the City Planner's comment concerning code dimen- sions for parking spaces, the project architect advised that some revision may be necessary as he did not have knowledge of code requirements when the spates were computed. In response to Commissioner Kindig's comment that he realized, after visiting the site, that the traffic situation could be intolerable, Mr. Hall related his considerable experience in developing such projects, stating that he, and his board of. directors, are confident that the project is feasible. In response to Commissioner Brauner, Mr. Hall stated that what- ever improvements the city will require to be made to Broadway will be accomplished, that the company is prepared to construct the private road on the property with the idea of continuing on through the city park by way of the proposed boat parking area and the car parking area, to the park access road.. He stated that should access not be permitted across city -awned lands, there is sufficient street frontage to accommodate the project's traffic. The City Attorney, in response to a request from Chairman Mink as to procedure, advised that the Commission has the authority to take action on the application for the use and:. may attach conditions thereto; however, since the utilities and street imvrovements'involve city -owned lands, these matters can be decided only by the City Council and the Commission should not attempt to attach specific conditions in these areas. During to period of Commission comment, Commissioners Braunero Cistulli, Narberg and Chairman Mink favored the development, -9- v stating that the city should extend itself to expedite its accomp- lishment on the grounds that the property has remained undeveloped _ for some time, that it would appear that problems of the overpass, utilities and access across city lands to the outer road were not insurmountable; that the -applicant has indicated willingness to bear costs of utility installations and street improvements, that the development will prove a valuable addition to the community and undoubtedly would be welcome in any of the neighboring com- munities. The City.Planner pointed out that the application involves city lands for utility and access purposes, that the park access road was never intended to support the added traffic from a private development ,as proposed here, and that corrections are necessary in the plans to adjust dir�ensisons �of parking spaces to meet. code specifications. In response to the Chair's inquiry, there were no comments from the audiende. The hearing, was declared concluded. A motion vas introduced by Commissioner Taylor approving the special use permit­applicatien of Gregory and Sons, Los Angeles, for eon- struction``of. office building, hotel and parking structure, in accordan.ce.with plans drawn by Irving Shapiro and Associates, to be revised according to the City Planner's comments, on a. S.8 acre parcel of .acreage owned by Burlingame Shore Lands; Company at the southeasterly corner of Bayshore Freeway and "Broadway Extended," j and recommending to the City Council that negotiations for the mutual benefit of the city and the applicant, restating to sanitary sewerage and dater control, traffic access and street improvements, be so conducted. Motion seconded by Commissioner Cistulli and carried unanimously. The City Planner advised that a report will be prepared and sent to the City Council for inclusion on the agenda of the September 3 �reetinge The applicants were advised that the CommissionOS action is sub- ject. to ;appeal by the City Council or any interested person. NEW BUSINESS 1. Study meeting rescheduled. With concurrence of the Commission, Chairman Mini: announced that the study meting in September will be held on Tuesday,, the 10th, since the regular date falls on a legal holiday. 2 Park and Open Space Study. Chairman Mink advised that an invitation has been extended to the Commission to a meeting at the San Mateo City Council Chambers on Wednesday, September 4 at 8:00 p.m., concernizig the Regional Planning Committee report on Parks and Open Space. ADJOURNMENT The meeting was regularly gadjou}rnad at 11:15 p,m. a_ G 01- C 0- a� � BURLINGAME PLANNING COMMISSION August 26, 1968 N J 1-7 01-1 �- CA_ 0.— Q-- I CALF. TO ORDER II ROLL CALL III MINUTES July 22 and August 12, 1969 IV Review of puns for Le Baran Hotel, 1380 Bayshore Highway. V HEARINGS to Resubdivision - Ingold Millsdale industrial Park. 20 Resubdivis? on a Anna Airport Park, Unit.. No. 5. 3. Special Permit o Contractor's storage yard. Marsten Road. 4, Anion Oil Company request for lot size variance.Ba-share Boulevard. S. Variance to combine P,-1 with R-5 property for apartfn eat building, 325 El Camino Real. 6. Special Permit « Gregory and Sans re: office building, hotel and parking structure, acreage Bayshore Freeway and Broadway extended. V1 NEW BUSINESS VII ADJOURNMENT -tt5�