HomeMy WebLinkAboutMin - PC - 1978.12.11CITY OF BURLINGAME PLANNING COMMISSION
DECEMBER 11, 1978
CALL TO ORDER
A regular meeting of the Planning Commission, City of Burlingame was called to order
by Chairman Jacobs on Monday, December 11, 1978 at 7:32 P.M.
ROLL CALL
Present: Commissioners Cistulli, Kindig, Sine, Taylor, Jacobs
Absent: Commissioners Francard and Mink
Staff Present: John R. Yost, Assistant City Planner; Jerome F. Coleman,
City Attorney; Ralph E. Kirkup, City Engineer
MINUTES
The minutes of the November 27, 1978 meeting were approved as mailed with the addition
of a statement at the end of Item A, page 5 that the Curley -Bates Company was advised
of appeal procedures by the Chairman.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA - Order of the agenda was approved.
MEETING ITEM FOR ACTION
1. RESOLUTION NO. 8-78 GRANTING PARKING VARIANCE TO CURLEY-BATES COMPANY FOR THE
PROPERTY AT 860 STANTON ROAD
Assistant City Planner Yost recommended approval of this resolution which records the
conditions stipulated in the Commission's November 27, 1978 approval of a parking
variance to the Curley -Bates Company. Commissioner Kindig requested under 2.(f) that
the resolution specifically state ". . . including the removal of the 2,850 square feet
of improvements authorized under the terms of this variance". Commissioner Kindig then
moved for adoption of Resolution No. 8-78 with the above amendment; second Commissioner
Cistulli and approved unanimously 5-0, Commissioners Francard and Mink absent.
MEETING ITEMS FOR STUDY
2. CONDOMINIUM CONVERSION PERMIT FOR FLORIBUNDA CONDOMINIUMS AT 1210 FLORIBUNDA AVENUE
3. TENTATIVE SUBDIVISION MAP FOR 8 CONDOMINIUM UNITS AT 1210 FLORIBUNDA AVENUE
Assistant City Planner Yost reviewed this condominium application to reclassify a
building currently being constructed as an apartment; he noted that the Commission had
approved a variance for the apartment in March, 1978 to permit 56% lot coverage. City
Engineer reported construction of the apartments was consistent with Engineering Department
condominium standards regarding water shutoffs, flood protection and sidewalk layout.
Commission was advised the application is complete. George Sinclair, architect represent-
ing the applicant, was present. There was some Commission discussion regarding the
amount and location of the open space being provided; staff noted the absence of any
specific open space requirements per condominium unit in the code. Item set for hearing
January 8, 1979.
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4. SPECIAL PERMIT TO SELL USED CARS IN THE M-1 DISTRICT AT 1315 ROLLINS ROAD
Assistant City Planner Yost reviewed this request to sell used cars, on which the
applicant had performed repairs, at 1315 Rollins Road; he noted the property had been
approved by Commission in July 1975 for an auto service center. Staff found the
application complete. Item set for hearing January 8, 1979.
5. DEVELOPMENT POLICY, ANZA AREA: NOVEMBER 30, 1978 PROGRESS REPORT
6. DEVELOPMENT CHARGE, BAYFRONT AREA
Assistant City Planner Yost referred to the progress report by staff dated November 30,
1978 which was discussed by City Council at their December 6 study meeting. He noted
several new ideas: (1) development should be consistent with the restraints of the
road system; (2) the zoning ordinance may not give adequate control over the location
of development in this area; a "specific plan" is proposed; (3) uses to be permitted
should be selected on their ability to generate a high benefit -to -cost ratio to the city,
and also their ability to promote public access to the shoreline; (4) a development
charge should be considered so that development pays a fair share of the off-site road
and public utility costs. More detailed land use and traffic studies will be made and
a more detailed report will be made to Council in January. City Engineer Kirkup
discussed the need for development charges and material contained in the progress report.
Commission questioned: should the drive-in theater property remain M-1? how can the
build -out rate be controlled? The need for city control of all future permits was
stressed. Commission was informed an overlay zone had been discussed which could require
a special permit for every project in the Anza area. The extremely large amount of
money required for a freeway overpass was pointed out. It was requested the reference
to "permitted uses" also include motels. Commission expressed appreciation to staff
for the information given them and felt this report contained well thought out objectives
and preliminary implementation plans.
PROPOSED HEALTH SPA, 226 LORTON AVENUE, BY HOWARD ATKINS
Assistant City Planner Yost told Commission of this new location for Mr. Atkins' proposed
health spa. Drawings showing the proposed first and second floor plans were examined.
After some Commission discussion Chairman Jacobs set this item for hearing on January 8,
1979, if staff finds the application is complete.
OTHER BUSINESS
7. 1979 MEETING SCHEDULE
The 1979 Planning Commission meeting schedule was approved unanimously by all members
present.
8. WASTEWATER RECLAMATION PROJECT: SEPTEMBER 1978 REPORT
City Engineer Kirkup explained that an environmentalimpact report is required on any
study using reclaimed water on sewage treatment plants, and that the draft EIR requires
a public hearing before the Planning Commission. During discussion Commission expressed
its feeling that wastewater reclamation projects might better be county -wide. This
item was scheduled for study on January 8 and public hearing January 22, 1979.
Burlingame Planning Commission Minutes
CITY PLANNER REPORT
9. ORDINANCE NO. 1140 AMENDING CODE SEC. 25.62.040
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December 11, 1978
Assistant City Planner Yost reviewed the petition received by Commission from the
Burlingame Gate Improvement Club which questioned the 30' maximum front setback code
requirement. Subsequently this was taken to City Council. Ordinance No. 1140 was
adopted by Council on December 4, 1978 which deletes the 30' maximum setback requirement.
OTHER
Commissioner Cistulli brought up the problem of homes with one car garages and as many
as four cars parked in the driveway or on -street. He also reported a large boat parked
in the front setback at 1633 Marco Polo Way; staff advised the necessary abatement
action will be taken.
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 9:10 P.M.
Respectfully submitted,
Everett K. Kindiq
Secretary