HomeMy WebLinkAboutMin - PC - 1972.07.10THE CITY OF BURLINGAME PLANNING COMMISSION
July 10, 1972
COMMISSIONERS PRESENT COMMISSIONERS ABSENT OTHE RS PRE SENT
Cistulli None City Planner Swan
Jacobs City Engineer Marr
Kindig City Attorney Karmel
Mink Bolding Inspector Calwel:
Norberg Planning Aide Hendricksoi
Sine
Taylor
CALL TO ORDER
An adjourned meeting of the Burlingame Planning Commission, from
the regular meeting of June 26, 1972, was called to order on the
above date at 8:00 p.m., Chairman Cistulli presiding.
ROLL CALL
All members of the commission were present.
HEARINGS:
1. HEARING ON SPECIAL PERMIT FOR ESTABLISHMENT OF RETAIL STORE IN
AN M-1 DISTRICT AT 1180 CAROLAN AVENUE (APN 026-233-01) BY
DONALD D. TATEOSIAN
Chairman Cistulli announced this item for hearing. Mr. J. Dimicelli
introduced himself as representative of Mr. Tateosian who was out
of town and unable to be present. It was noted that Mrs. Dimicelli
wishes to establish an antique store in this property. Mr.
Dimicelli told the Commission that he had brought with him commitments
on the parking situation. Secretary Jacobs read these letters.
One was from A. H. Gaffin, owner of Burlingame Animal Hospital,
stating he felt the proposed antique shop at this address would be
far superior to the previous tenants. Correspondence from John
L. Rector, President of Rector Cadillac, stated he would have no
objection to letting customers of the proposed antique shop exit
behind his building onto Cadillac Way.
Mr. Dimicelli stated that Mr. Tateosian had paved the 20 foot easement
to accommodate parking. With the two car garage, there would be
enough room to park 5 - 6 cars. He distributed a layout of the
parking.
Chairman Cistulli asked about the removal of the gas pump in the
garage, and Mr. Dimicelli replied that it could be removed if
necessary but that he thought it would be an asset to the property.
City Planner Swan commented that the problem of the gas pump should
be resolved and that Fire Inspector Pearson had stated that it could
remain if it would be in active use. Mr. Dimicelli stated that
the gas pump would be in constant use, and that it was a 200 - 300
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gallon tank. Commissioner Sine noted that this building is 100%
fire sprinklered.
No one in the audience was either for or against this application
and the public hearing was declared closed.
Commissioner Taylor stated the parking had not been resolved to
his satisfaction; there had been no agreement on the 20' easement
and no understanding with Oscar Person about egress over his
property. He did not think the two aforementioned letters could be
accepted as a definite commitment on the parking. Commissioner
Norberg agreed that the question of parking should be settled.
Commissioner Mink commented that an ingress -egress easement could
not be used for parking.
City Attorney Karmel reminded the Commission that at the June 26
meeting it was suggested that if this easement were to be used for
parking, it would have to be disposed of by merger or abandonment.
He stated that Mr. Tateosian had been directed to submit title
insurance reports to the City staff and this had not been done.
Commissioner Kindig thought the parking solution was inconclusive
and with the garage being used for employee parking, only the
easement was left for off-street parking. Commissioner Sine
suggested the application be continued pending submission of proper
documentation. Commissioner Jacobs agreed.
At this point Mr. Dimicelli told the Commission he had with him
documentation given him by Mr. Tateosian, and it was given to
the City Attorney. City Attorney Karmel commented that the title
insurance policy indicated that the 20' non-exclusive easement
belonged to other property owners, and if they wished to quit claim
their interest, the Commission would accept it. He brought out
the fact that the Commission is interested in legal parking only,
and this is the only way to do it.
The Chairman again suggested this application be continued in order
to accomplish the legal necessities, but Mr. Dimicelli indicated
extreme dissatisfaction. He stated he could see no problem
with the parking; and apparently the City was not interested in
developing new business, so he would move it to another location.
Chairman Cistulli remonstrated that the City welcomed new business,
but the legalities of parking could not be overlooked in any
instance.
Commissioner Mink moved that because of the absence of the
applicant and the incomplete legal documentation this application
be continued to the regular meeting of July 24. Commissioner Kindig
seconded the motion, and it passed unanimously on voice vote.
2. RECLASSIFICATION OF LOT 26, BLOCK 7; LOT 1, BLOCK 6, AND PORTION
OF LOTS 1 AND 2, BLOCK 6, EASTON ADDITION #11 FROM R-2 TO R-3A.
City Planner Swan informed the Commission that this item of new
business was presented so that the Planning Commission could take
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action by motion. It is a companion to Item 5 of the Study Meeting
Agenda for a reclassification from R-2 to R-3A of Lots 3 - 10
inclusive and portion of Lot 2, Block 6; and Lots 17 - 25, Block 7,
Easton Addition #1. This latter application does not cover the
North corner lots on Blocks 6 and 7, with street addresses on
Carmelita. It was recommended by the City Planner that these
lots be added to the reclassification for consistency, and he
suggested that the Planning Commission initiate an application for
this purpose.
Commissioner Mink had no comment. Commissioner Kindig concurred
with the idea. Commissioner Taylor thought this action would make
for consistency, and Commissioner Norberg considered it would be
proper under the circumstances. Commissioners Jacobs and Sine
also concurred. Commissioner Sine questioned if there should be
immediate action or if it should be postponed for several weeks.
He was informed by the City Planner that the property owners
initiating the action had been considering it for five or six
months. Commissioner Taylor questioned where this area fitted in
the priorities for reclassification for the General Plan. City
Planner Swan informed him that it was third in staff priority,
but that this action had been initiated by property owners and
hence must be considered first.
Commissioner Sine moved that the reclassification of Lot 26,
Block 7; Lot 1, Block 6, and portion of Lots 1 and 2, Block 6,
Easton Addition #1, from R-2 to R-3A be placed on the agenda for
the public hearing of July 24, 1972. Commissioner Mink seconded
the motion and it was unanimously approved by voice vote.
Chairman Cistulli adjourned the adjourned meeting of June 26
at 8:45 P. M. to the regular study meeting of July 10, 1972.
Planning Commission Study Meeting of July 10, 1972
APPLICATIONS:
1. VARIANCE TO ALLOW UPGRADING THE EXISTING APARTMENT BUILDING AT
1452 BELLEVUE AVENUE, BEING SW 50 FEET OF LOT 1, BLOCK 8,
BURLINGAME LAND COMPANY MAP NO. 2 (APN 029-111-140) ZONED R-4,
BY JAMES GONG (ITEM TABLED AT JUNE 26 HEARING)
Chairman Cistulli introduced the application for study.
City Planner Swan reviewed activity on this application since the
June 26 meeting, and noted that Mr. Gong; Mr. Curtis, contractor;
and Building Inspector John Calwell were present to answer Commission
questions. He told the Commission that a revised ground level plan
had been prepared for their inspection, and that the staff had made
some suggestions to get maximum amount of parking. Staff is in
agreement that no living unit should be permitted on the ground
floor.
Mr. JAmes Gong told the Commission he felt the plans had been
revised to incorporate everything the staff had requested.
Building Inspector Calwell told the Commission that this apartment
building had grown by a series of additions over the years, and that
3 - 4 years ago the City had been forced to have the owner remove
two apartments added on the roof. This left nine units on the first
and second floors and three illegal units in the basement. He
spoke of the necessity of increasing parking for this building; and
stated that the one apartment still planned for the basement should
be eliminated and the entire basement given over to parking. He
thought the building would be substantially sound with the addition
of shear walls in the basement and could be a good rental building.
He emphasized that over the past five years an increasing number of
tenants in the building have applied for on -street parking permits.
Ten parking spaces could be obtained with the elimination of all
units from the basement.
The City Planner explained they would back into the street, there
would be one tandem space, the five spaces at the rear would be for
small cars only.
There was Commission discussion of the plans. Mr. Curtis reported
that he and the building inspector had measured the front setback,
and it was more than adequate. The Building Inspector concurred.
After further discussion, Chairman Cistulli informed the applicant
this request for variance would be set for public hearing on
July 24.
2. VARIANCE TO ALLOW A RUMPUS ROOM AND HALF BATH IN THE SECOND
STORY OF AN ACCESSORY BUILDING AT 136 OCCIDENTAL, LOT 26,
BLOCK 8, BURLINGAME PARK #2, ZONED R-1, BY FREDERICK W. MUNICH
The City Planner informed the Commission that this property originally
had an illegal living unit over the garage located at the rear of the
property. The property was recently sold, and prior to the
sale the kitchen and plumbing facilities removed from the illegal
unit. The present owner wishes to retain the upper floor for a
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rumpus room.
Mr. Munich then stated that he wished to have a half bath and a
rumpus room over the garage, pointing out that he had no intention
of renting it.
Building Inspector Calwell informed the Commission that he had
talked with the real estate agent before the sale and told him his
client would have to come to the Planning Commission for a variance
for the use of this illegal accessory building. lie added that the
kitchen unit had been taken out as well as plumbing fixtures, but
that vents and waste lines had been left in for the benefit of the
new buyer. The Building Inspector suggested that if the permit for
the rumpus room is granted, the building be brought to code. There
is not enough window area and the stairways do not meet building
code.
There was Commission discussion. No plans have been received by staff
for this variance, and must be presented before the hearing. Mrs.
Sheehan of ABC Realty stated she had received an earnest money
deposit for this property and that she would cooperate with the
Commission if they wished to inspect it. Chairman Cistulli asked
the applicant if he would finalize the sale if the permit were not
granted, and Mr. Munich replied that it would be questionable.
Chairman Cistulli scheduled this application for hearing at the
meeting of July 24.
3. PARCEL MAP FOR 1348 DESOTO AVENUE, WITH 100 FOOT FRONTAGE.;
1/2 LOT 39, LOT 40, 1/2 LOT 41, BLOCK 58, EASTON ADDITION NO. 7,
BY R. C.-DAUBEMIRE.
4. VARIANCE TO ESTABLISH A 42' WIDE LOT IN THE R-1 DISTRICT NEXT
TO 1348 DESOTO AVENUE BY JOHN AND NOREEN DIVINE, PURCHASERS
City Planner Swan explained that these two applications would be
considered together since they pertain to the same property. He
introduced Mr. George Beatty, engineer, who spoke on behalf of his
clients, John and Noreen Divine. He distributed plans and explained
that Mr. and Mrs. Divine wish to buy this large parcel, 100' x 1201,
and subdivide it into two lots. The existing house at 1348 DeSoto
was built on the northerly 52.4 feet of this property, leaving a 42-foot
wide building site after allowing for a side yard. By ordinance a
50' lot is required, hence the request for variance. The proposed
lot of 42' x 120' would have an area of 5,040 square feet, exceeding
the code minimum of 5,000. The proposed dwelling would be 34' wide,
two story and have a two car garage beneath the house. He noted
the alternative of removing part of a room on the existing house,
but stated this would be costly.
The City Planner commented that this seems to be a reasonable way
to put the property to use, and that the 4' side yards would allow
the building to meet the code.
City Engineer Marr questioned the driveway, proposed at 22' wide,
and stated he could allow only a maximum of 111, 25% of the lot
frontage, for this 42' lot. However, the driveway could be widened
after the curb cut. After further discussion, Chairman Cistulli
set the application -for public hearing on July 24.
5. RECLASSIFICATION OF LOTS 3 - 10 INCLUSIVE AND PORTION OF LOT 2,
BLOCK 6; AND LOTS 17-25, BLOCK 7, EASTON ADDITION #1, THE
TEN -HUNDRED BLOCK OF CAPUCHINO, FROM R-2 TO R3-A BY DANIEL S.
FRANKO ET AL.
City Planner Swan explained to the Commission that this application
for reclassification was supported by a petition signed by twelve
property owners in the block. He went on to say that the present
classification of R-2 permits density of 40 living units, whereas
the R-3A classification would permit 96. The present number of
living units is 31, with about 10 single family houses on these
twenty lots.
City Engineer Marr told the Commission he would have to make a
study of the utilities, but that this could probably be completed
before the July 24 meeting.
Mr. Franko was present as representative of the petitioners.
After some discussion, this application was scheduled for public
hearing on July 24.
6. VARIANCE TO ALLOW EXTENSION OF NON -CONFORMING SINGLE FAMILY HOUSE
AT 1404 PALM DRIVE .BEING LOT Q, BLOCK 5, BURLINGAME TERRACE,
ZONED R-1, BY EARL W. JONES.
Mr. Jones was present at the meeting. City Planner Swan distributed
plans of the addition, and informed the Commission that the present
dwelling was non -conforming in that the side yard is less than 31,
and the variance was necessary to allow Mr. Jones to add a bedroom
and bathroom to the dwelling. These would be added to the rear of
the non -conforming structure. He cited letters from several of
Mr. Jones' neighbors stating they would not object to the proposed
addition.
Mr. Jones addressed the Commission. He stated the extra rooms
were needed for his growing family, and that even with their addition
the lot coverage would be under 40%. He added that they would prefer
to build on to their present dwelling rather than move to a larger
house, which would be prohibitive in cost. The house was remodeled
in 1961, with the bathroom wall projecting into the side yard.
This was permitted at that time.
The question of an additional garage was raised. Mr. Jones has only
a carport, and he was informed by Chairman Cistulli that he would
need a two car garage for a three bedroom house, and he must either
add a garage or ask for a variance on it. Mr. Jones thought there
would be no way to add a garage on the property.
This application was scheduled for public hearing on July 24.
RECONVENE
After a recess at 9:30, the meeting reconvened at 9:35 P.M.
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7. VARIANCE TO ALLOW RECONSTRUCTION OF BUILDING DAMAGED BY FIRE AT
129 STANLEY ROAD, BEING LOT 8, BLOCK 35, LYON AND HOAG SUBDIVISION,
TOWN OF BURLINGAME, ZONED R-1 BY HAROLD AND ESTHER BUZAN
City Planner Swan told the Commission there is a cottage located
9" from the rear property line that is being used as a rental unit.
This is a non -conforming residential structure. The large house
in front was 75% destroyed by fire and the owner wishes to rebuild
this and use for a rental. The variance is to allow rebuilding
this three bedroom house because it is an R-1 district and there would
be two living units on one lot. He noted there is a single garage
on the property and recommended that a double garage be built,
since there would be three bedrooms. He distributed a small plot
plan of the property.
During discussion it was established that the shell of the building
would not come down, and that it would be rebuilt :from the inside.
The lot is 50' x 115'. There were no figures on lot coverage, since
no precise plan was submitted. The City Planner commented that the
adjacent properties have buildings right on the property line.
Chairman Cistulli scheduled this application for the public hearing
of July 24.
8. SPECIAL PERMIT FOR A NON-PROFIT ASSOCIATION OFFICE AND MEETING
SPACE AT 1448 BELLEVUE AVENUE, CENTER 50' x 1251 OF LOT 1,
BLACK 8, BURLINGAME- LAND COMPANY, MAP *2 (APN 029-111-130)
ZONED R-4 BY JOY CENTER, INC., DONALD DENNY, BUSINESS MANAGER
City Planner Swan commented on this application, stating there is
some indication that Mr. Gong, owner of the adjacent property at
1452 Bellevue, wishes to put a fence on the property line which
splits their common driveway. This would create an obstacle to cars
going into the apartment house driveway. The R-4 district along
Bellevue is in Fire Zone II. The walls of this building do not have
the one -hour fire resistance as required for Fire Zone II.
Mr. Denny, business manager of the organization, addressed the
Commission. He said that one small section of the dwelling would be
used as an office and for business meetings once a week. Other
activities would not be held on this property. He described the
purpose of the organization as fulfilling a need for community
communication and understanding, and introduced Mr. Simpson, San
Mateo County School Psychologist.
Mr. Simpson told the Commission that this organization is somewhat
similar to the Y.M.C.A. in that it is a social club, members are
the community at large; and activities include outings, discussion
groups, and communication skills. The house itself is a headquarters
and used only a small amount of the time. Dues, as such, are strictly
on a donation basis, although they do have a pledged membership.
Mr. Arthur Gump, a teacher at Skyline College, is the resident and
Planning Director for the organization. There are 10 - 12 people
on the staff. Mr. Simpson is consultant, and the organization is
in no way related to the San Mateo County School System.
Mr. Denny stated most of the clerical work would be done in members'
homes, there would be no office machines - only a typewriter and
desk. Parking would be minimal, and Mr. Denny has asked Lucky
Stores permission to use their parking lot after 8:30 P.M.
Chairman Cistulli scheduled this application for the hearing of
July 24, 1972.
9. SPECIAL PERMIT FOR A LADIES READY-TO-WEAR STORE IN AN M-1 DISTRICT
AT 1047 BROADWAY (PORTION OF APN 026-233-010; OWNED BY DONALD
D. AND N.L. TATEOSIAN BY RHODA SMALL)
The City Planner reviewed this application for the Commission,
commenting that it could not be considered bona fide since there was
not yet a letter from the property owner. Letter of authorization
had been received from Louis Segal, lessee, who stated he would rent
three offices and display room to Mrs. mall.
City Planner Swan went on to say this type of use is retail and
requires a special permit because it is in an M-1 district. It
is at the corner of the worst intersection in Burlingame and there
is no parking. He suggested that a condition of the permit should
be that they participate in any parking assessment district to be
organized next, and did not know what they would do for parking in
the interim.
Mrs. Small told the Commission that this would not be a retail store
in the true sense. It would be an office, storage, and sample
room, but there would be no foot traffic. She has her own
private clientele and puts on fashion shows in people's homes
where orders are taken for the merchandise. She would not have a
boutique at this address, and the parking at most would consist of
her own and a customer's car on a part-time basis, including 2 - 3
evenings a week. She will not solicit the public at this location,
there will be no signs nor alterations to the building, and no
display. Basically it will be a warehouse where people may pick
up items which are sold in homes. Mrs. Small stated she did have
a business license and would install a couple of desks, a file
and a counter. There would be no fitting rooms. On a Commission
question she stated she would have no objection to having a card on
the store door reading "By Appointment Only."
This application was scheduled for hearing July 24.
10. RESCIND RESUBDIVISION MAP OF BLOCK NO. 1, ANZA AIRPORT PARK
UNIT NO. 4 PASSED BY CITY PLANNING COMMISSION AT REGULAR
MEETING OF JUNE 23, 1969 FOR ANZA PACIFIC CORPORATION
City Planner Swan -informed the Commission that Anza Pacific wished
to go back to the point in time when this was one lot. A second
building is to be built on the lot for lease to the County as a
Convention and Visitors Bureau Office. He read a letter from Anza
Pacific dated July 10, 1972 to this effect. The City Planner explained
that since this resubdivision map had been filed by the City, the
Planning Commission can rescind its action subject to the original
map being surrendered to the City. He stated this original map and
a letter of application had been received.
Chairman Cistulli announced this application would be heard at the
public hearing of July 24.
11. RECLASSIFICATION OF 30 ACRES MOL BEING PARCEL A AND LOTS 3 - 7,
BLOCK 3, ANZA AIRPORT PARK UNIT NO. 5, LOTS 3. - 19, BLOCK 6,
ANZA AIRPORT PARK UNIT NO. 6, ON THE NORTH SIDE OF AIRPORT
BOULEVARD AND THE CONTIGUOUS ACREAGE BOUNDED ON THE NORTH BY
THE NORTH SIDE OF THE PROPOSED ANZA PACIFIC BOULEVARD FROM A
LIGHT INDUSTRIAL (M-1) DISTRICT TO A WATERFRONT COMMERCIAL
(C-4) DISTRICT BY ANZA PACIFIC CORPORATION
City Planner Swan introduced this application as being close to
the same area as the previous application. He said that official
action had been taken at the State Lands Commission level to clear
Anza Pacific's title to their property. One of the conditions to
the agreement with the State of California was that development is
to be done in keeping with the C-4 district regulations. This is
an M-1 district bounded by Airport Boulevard and the proposed Anza
Pacific Boulevard. The application is to reclassify this area
from M-1 to C-4.
David Keyston requested that this reclassification be extended to
the north side of Anza Pacific Boulevard.
This application was scheduled for hearing July 24, 1972.
12. AMEND SPECIAL PERMIT FOR REVISION OF ATLANTIC RICHFIELD SERVICE
STATION AT BROADWAY AND ROLLINS ROAD.
City Planner Swan advised the Commission the station plans have been
completely redesigned so that it will be only a gasoline service
station. He stated this could be treated as an amendment to a
special permit and brought to vote.
Mr. Claussen of ARCO addressed the meeting. He stated that ARCO
has developed a new marketing policy emphasizing the sale of
gasoline rather than service; hence the changes in the design of
this station. This will be operated by a subsidiary of ARCO and
employees will be paid by ARCO.
Plans were distributed for the revised station.
After some discussion it was announced that this application would
be heard on July 24.
13. AMEND SPECIAL PERMIT FOR REVISION OF OFFICE BUILDING AT SW
CORNER OF BAYSHORE HIGHWAY AND HINKLEY ROAD BY BOMAR INVESTMENT
COMPANY
Mr. James Marsh of Bomar Investment Company was introduced by the
City Planner, who then explained the purpose of the application.
Subsequent to the approxel of the permit Bomar's engineering had
reported that foundation exploratory tests revealed a subterranean
slough traversing the building site area. This slough necessitates
a costly piling and foundation system. In view of these findings,
engineers had recommended a 3-story design which would alleviate all
of the parking lot layout problems encountered in the 2-story
design. The City Planner distributed a revised plan which he said
appears to be superior. All conditions are being met, and there is
a problem of time. He noted that it was necessary to amend the
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special permit for an office building by a motion to accept the
revised plan.
Mr. Marsh explained the revised plan, noting there will be 64
parking spaces as opposed to the previous 60.
After Commission discussion Chairman Cistulli scheduled the
application for the hearing of July 24.
NEW BUSINESS:
1. REVIEW COMPLIANCE OF CONDITIONS FOR SPECIAL PERMIT TO FRANCES
FENA FOR USES AT BURLINGAME DEPOT.
City Planner Swan read minutes of the Planning Commission meeting of
May 22, which reported the granting of this permit to Mrs. Pena
with conditions that included paving of parking space and maintenance
of the property to the City Manager's satisfaction. He told the
Commission that a member of the City Council had complained about
garbage standing in front of the station on Friday, June 30. The
City Planner had made an inspection on Monday, July 3 and there was
no garbage in evidence. He read the section of the municipal code
which states the conditions under which a special permit may be
suspended; and then read his letter to Mrs. Pena advising her to
appear for a hearing on revocation of her permit.
Chairman Cistulli read to the Commission the Council minutes of
July 3, 1972 regarding this matter. He addressed Mrs. Pena,
telling her this was the reason for possible revocation of her use
permit.
Mrs. Pena protested that the bags had been set there temporarily
while her son had gone to get a truck to haul them to the dump.
She added that sometimes garbage is taken to her home for the
regular garbage pickup, and stated the City should have its trash
pickup at that address also. She was informed that this was not
City property to be serviced by the trash pickup, and that she could
probably make arrangements with the San Mateo Scavenger Company to
pick up her garbage. She complained of vandalism at this site, and
was informed it was up to her to do her own police work.
There was further discussion.
Chairman Cistulli instructed Mrs. Pena to appear before the Planning
Commision on July 24, and he instructed the City Planner to invite
Councilman Amstrup to be present.
2. STAFF REPORT: LAND USE ANALYSES - VACANT LAND: BY CHRIS
HENDRICKSON
City Planner Swan introduced this subject, commenting that these
analyses were first steps toward updating the General Plan.
Planning Intern Hendrickson reported to the Commission on data
collected with included graph on acreage of developed and vacant
land 1967-1971 by zoning category; graph for the same period comparing
acreage of Airport Boulevard development; acreage of vacant and
developed land less Airport Boulevard development; and acreage of
vacant and developed land -less C-4 District. Also included was a
table showing vacant land and land developed 1967-1971 by zoning
category. He commented that the most striking fact brought out
by this data is that twice the amount of the now remaining vacant
land has been developed in the last five years. If the trend con-
tinues, there will be no appreciable amount of undeveloped land
remaining in Burlingame in 1977.
Another important point developed is that with the absence of any
vacant land zoned R-4, there may be future pressure toward
redeveloping or rezoning.
Mr. Hendrickson demonstrated his figures further by reference to a
map of the City showing parcels that were vacant in 1967 and those
which have been developed since 1967.
There was Commission discussion of this data with particular reference
to R-1 land.
3. STAFF REPORT - HOME OCCUPATIONS
City Planner commented briefly on this subject about establishing
a regulation of contractors operating from their homes, this not
being a "home" occupation per se. He stated that to enforce some
major change will be difficult, but for contractors to use their
home as their office and to do work away from home does not fit the
intent of home occupations. He commented he would develop a recom-
mendation for the Planning Commission's later consideration. There
was considerable discussion, particularly with regard to
differentiation between types, such as journeyman as opposed to a
regular contractor. The City Planner suggested it might be easier
to deny new applications for contractors than to require present
contractors to amortize their permits.
COMMUNICATIONS
City Planner Swan reported that Planning Intern Hendrickson is making
a study on Burlingame properties comparing assessed value of
improvements to the assessed value of the land. He commented that
when the improvements are assessed at less than the land, the land
is ripe for redevelopment. He distributed graphs .illustrating this
point.
The City Planner commented on the employees survey being conducted
in the downtown area for the parking needs study by DeLeuw Cather
Company.
He reported on a compilation of his working hours since January,
noting he averaged 45 hours a week. Most of this time is spent in
zoning administration, with little time available for advance
planning.
Chairman Cistulli asked for commitments on attendance on the League
of California Cities convention in October. City Planner Swan
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noted that budget approval for this expense had not yet been
received.
The City Planner told the Commission that a letter had been received
from Anza Pacific on their drive-in theatre, changing their plans
from two additional screens to one, and that this item would come
up for rehearing.
The meeting adjourned at 11:00 P.M.
Respectfully submitted,
Malcolm M. Jacobs
Secretary