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APPROVED MINUTES
City Council Chambers
501 Primrose Road - Burlingame, California
August 11, 2008 - 7:00 p.m.
I. CALL TO ORDER
Chair Cauchi called the August 11, 2008, regular meeting of the Planning Commission to order at 7:00 p.m.
II. ROLL CALL
Present: Commissioners Auran, Cauchi, Lindstrom, Terrones, Vistica and Yie
Absent: Commissioner Brownrigg
Staff Present: Community Development Director, William Meeker; Senior Planner, Ruben Hurin, and City
Attorney, Larry Anderson
III. MINUTES
Commissioner Auran moved, seconded by Commissioner Vistica to approve the minutes of the July 14,
2008 regular meeting of the Planning Commission, with the following changes:
Page 2, third paragraph under "Consent Calendar", modify to read: "Commissioner Terrones noted
that he listened to the recording of the June 9, 2008 Planning Commission meeting because he was
not in attendance; and would vote on Item 2b, which was discussed as a study item at that
meeting."
Page 10, middle of the page; delete "Appeal procedures were advised."
Motion passed 6-0-1 (Commissioner Brownrigg absent).
IV. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
There were no changes to the agenda.
V. FROM THE FLOOR
Pat Giorni, 1445 Balboa Avenue; commented regarding the Peninsula Hospital complaint log; she noted a
complaint from Kevin Nelson regarding trucks parked on El Camino Real; when the complaint was made, it
was noted that the resolution may take several days and would continue to be monitored. She noted 16
trucks and one motorcycle parked on El Camino Real. The City needs to determine if this is a violation of
the conditions of approval for the hospital project. Initially, the area was painted red, but was changed. If
this is how the hospital has dealt with parking on El Camino Real, perhaps closer scrutiny should be spent
regarding parking complaints on Davis Drive. She also commented regarding the hospital art
subcommittee. She suggested having a Planning Commissioner present at the upcoming Transportation,
Safety and Parking Commission meeting to participate in a discussion regarding bicycle trails. She also
encouraged a prohibition on basements.
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VI. STUDY ITEMS
1. 808 BURLINGAME AVENUE, ZONED R-1 — APPLICATION FOR LOT COVERAGE AND PARKING
VARIANCE FOR A FIRST FLOOR ADDITION TO A SINGLE FAMILY DWELLING (CONNIE KNIVETON,
APPLICANT AND PROPERTY OWNER; AND JOHN MATTHEWS, ARCHITECT) STAFF CONTACT:
LISA WHITMAN
Senior Planner Hurin presented a summary of the staff report, dated August 11, 2008.
Commission comments:
■ Plan of existing garage shows wall for utilities; why doesn't that determine the length of the parking
space?
■ Small lot, modest addition; area that looks like rear deck in the yard is noted at 2-feet above
finished grade; is it not counted toward lot coverage? Clarify material used, what is it used for.
■ Indicate that new windows are either true divided lights or simulated true divided lights.
■ In favor, should be on the Consent Calendar; have included conditions in the past indicating that the
Variance is nullified in the event the site is re -developed; this should be done in this instance as
well.
This item was set for the regular Action Calendar when all the information has been submitted and
reviewed by the Planning Department. This item concluded at 7:12 p.m.
VII. ACTION ITEMS
Consent Calendar - Items on the Consent Calendar are considered to be routine. They are acted upon
simultaneously unless separate discussion and/or action is requested by the applicant, a member of the
public or a Commissioner prior to the time the Commission votes on the motion to adopt.
Chair Cauchi asked if anyone in the audience or on the Commission wished to call any item off the consent
calendar. There were no requests.
Commissioner Yie noted that she was not on the Commission at the time 2411 Hale Drive was first
considered and asked the City Attorney if she could vote. City Attorney Anderson indicated that she was
free to participate on the item since it last appeared on the agenda only as a Study Item.
2a. 1600 ADELINE DRIVE, ZONED R-1 — APPLICATION FOR DESIGN REVIEW AND SPECIAL
PERMIT FOR ATTACHED GARAGE FOR A FIRST AND SECOND STORY ADDITION TO A
SINGLE FAMILY DWELLING (JAMES NEUBERT, APPLICANT AND ARCHITECT; AND JAKE
AND VICTORIA CACCIATO, PROPERTY OWNERS) STAFF CONTACT: LISA WHITMAN
2b. 2411 HALE DRIVE, ZONED R-1 — APPLICATION FOR DESIGN REVIEW AND SPECIAL
PERMITS FOR DECLINING HEIGHT ENVELOPE AND BASEMENT FOR A NEW, TWO-STORY
SINGLE FAMILY DWELLING AND DETACHED GARAGE (JACK MCCARTHY, APPLICANT AND
DESIGNER; AND RONALD AND DOROTHEA MAFRICI, PROPERTY OWNER) STAFF
CONTACT: RUBEN HURIN
2c. 615 AIRPORT BOULEVARD, ZONED AA (ANZA AREA) — APPLICATION TO RENEW
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR LONG TERM AIRPORT PARKING AS AN INTERIM USE
(JONATHON S. WU, APPLICANT AND PROPERTY OWNER) STAFF CONTACT: RUBEN
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HURIN
Commissioner Auran moved approval of the Consent Calendar based on the facts in the staff reports,
Commissioner's comments and the findings in the staff reports, with recommended conditions in the staff
reports and by resolution. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Terrones. Chair Cauchi called for a
voice vote on the motion and it passed 6-0-1 (CommissionerBrownrigg absent). Appeal procedures were
advised.
Commissioner Lindstrom noted that he has a business relationship with the applicant for 2520 Valdivia Way
and recused himself, leaving the Council Chambers.
VIII. REGULAR ACTION ITEMS
3. 2520 VALDIVIA WAY, ZONED R-1 — APPLICATION FOR DESIGN REVIEW AND HILLSIDE AREA
CONSTRUCTION PERMIT FOR A SINGLE STORY ADDITION TO A SINGLE FAMILY DWELLING
(ROBERT MEDAN, APPLICANT AND ARCHITECT; AND LEE AND MARGIE LIVINGSTON, PROPERTY
OWNERS) STAFFCONTACT: LISAWHITMAN (CONTINUED FROM JUNE 9,2008ANDJUNE23, 2008
PLANNING COMMISSION MEETINGS)
Reference staff report dated August 11, 2008, with attachments. Senior Planner Hurin presented the
report, reviewed criteria and staff comments. Eleven (11) conditions were suggested for consideration.
Chair Cauchi opened the public hearing.
Lee Livingston, 2520 Valdivia Way and Robert Medan, 1936 Los Altos Drive, San Mateo; represented the
applicant.
Commission comments:
Commissioner Auran spoke to the neighbor and confirmed their concurrence with the proposal.
Public comments:
None
There were no further comments and the public hearing was closed.
Commissioner Yie moved to approve the application, by resolution, with the following conditions:
that the project shall be built as shown on the plans submitted to the Planning Division date
stamped July 14, 2008 sheets Al through A7 and L1, and that any changes to building materials,
exterior finishes, footprint or floor area of the building shall require an amendment to this permit;
2. that the conditions of the Chief Building Official's March 18 and May 13, 2008 memos, the City
Engineer's March 24, 2008 memo, the Fire Marshal's March 20, 2008 memo, and the NPDES
Coordinator's March 19, 2008 memo shall be met;
3. that demolition or removal of the existing structures and any grading or earth moving on the site
shall not occur until a building permit has been issued and such site work shall be required to
comply with all the regulations of the Bay Area Air Quality Management District;
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4. that any changes to the size or envelope of the basement, first or second floors, or garage, which
would include adding or enlarging a dormer(s), moving or changing windows and architectural
features or changing the roof height or pitch, shall be subject to Planning Commission review;
5. that prior to issuance of a building permit for construction of the project, the project construction
plans shall be modified to include a cover sheet listing all conditions of approval adopted by the
Planning Commission, or City Council on appeal; which shall remain a part of all sets of approved
plans throughout the construction process. Compliance with all conditions of approval is required;
the conditions of approval shall not be modified or changed without the approval of the Planning
Commission, or City Council on appeal;
6. that all air ducts, plumbing vents, and flues shall be combined, where possible, to a single
termination and installed on the portions of the roof not visible from the street; and that these
venting details shall be included and approved in the construction plans before a Building permit is
issued;
7. that the project shall comply with the Construction and Demolition Debris Recycling Ordinance
which requires affected demolition, new construction and alteration projects to submit a Waste
Reduction plan and meet recycling requirements; any partial or full demolition of a structure,
interior or exterior, shall require a demolition permit;
8. that the project shall meet all the requirements of the California Building and Uniform Fire Codes,
2007 Edition, as amended by the City of Burlingame;
THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS SHALL BE MET DURING THE BUILDING INSPECTION PROCESS
PRIOR TO THE INSPECTIONS NOTED IN EACH CONDITION
9. that prior to scheduling the framing inspection the project architect or residential designer, or
another architect or residential design professional, shall provide an architectural certification that
the architectural details shown in the approved design which should be evident at framing, such as
window locations and bays, are built as shown on the approved plans; architectural certification
documenting framing compliance with approved design shall be submitted to the Building Division
before the final framing inspection shall be scheduled;
10. that prior to scheduling the roof deck inspection, a licensed surveyor shall shoot the height of the
roof ridge and provide certification of that height to the Building Department; and
11. that prior to final inspection, Planning Department staff will inspect and note compliance of the
architectural details (trim materials, window type, etc.) to verify that the project has been built
according to the approved Planning and Building plans.
The motion was seconded by Commissioner Terrones.
Discussion of motion:
Based upon revisions, there were no significant view obstructions.
Chair Cauchi called fora voice vote on the motion to approve. The motion passed 5-0-1-1 (Commissioner
Brownrigg absent, Commissioner Lindstrom recused). Appeal procedures were advised. This item
concluded at 7:21 p.m.
Commissioner Lindstrom returned to the dais.
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Commissioner Auran noted that he has a business relationship with the applicant for 350 Lorton Avenue
and would recuse himself, he left the Council Chambers.
4. 350 LORTON AVENUE, ZONED C-1, SUBAREA B — APPLICATION FOR PARKING VARIANCE FOR
CONVERSION OF RETAIL SPACE TO FINANCIAL INSTITUTION (WACHOVIA BANK) (ROB SHINE,
APPLICANT; ANN SABATINI, PROPERTY OWNER; AND CHRISTY BATES, CALLISON ARCHITECTS,
ARCHITECT) STAFF CONTACT: ERICA STROHMEIER (CONTINUED FROM JULY 14, 2008
PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING)
Reference staff report dated August 11, 2008, with attachments. Community Development Director Meeker
presented the report, reviewed criteria and staff comments. Thirteen (13) conditions were suggested for
consideration.
Chair Cauchi opened the public hearing.
Andy Croasdell, Callison Architects, 1420 Fifth Avenue, Seattle; represented the applicant.
Haven't included planters due to security and disabled -accessible issues around ATM and night
depository, but will be near Lorton Avenue entry.
Commission comments:
■ Would encroachment permit be required for planters in the right-of-way (Meeker — yes).
■ Asked if Lorton Avenue is the primary access (Croasdell — both entries will be used during business
hours).
■ Asked where signage will be located.
■ Use is being intensified; parking is a problem downtown; there is a possibility of payment of a
parking in -lieu fee; what is applicant's willingness to pay (Croasdell — would consider payment if
required).
Public comments:
None
There were no further comments and the public hearing was closed.
Additional Commission comments:
■ Still have concerns regarding the use, but can support the application with some reluctance;
transactions will be short, but are attempting to encourage people to come and stay downtown; the
activity from the use will be minimal; though commends the additions to the facades.
■ Is a significant upgrade from what previously existed, but concerned about potential traffic.
■ The bank use does not promote the pedestrian character of downtown; but because it is on the "tip"
of downtown, and California Drive is not really pedestrian oriented, the use may be acceptable; it
might draw some people down to the area.
■ Noted vacancies in downtown; it would behoove the City to encourage a tenant that brings more
activity to the area.
■ Believe that the flavor of downtown will gradually change over time; parking will be more of an issue
if housing is allowed downtown; in favor of requiring payment of the parking in -lieu fee.
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Housing provided downtown would be required to provide parking; the difficulty in this situation is
that there is no location for parking on the property.
Commissioner Vistica moved to approve the application, by resolution, with the following amended
conditions:
that the project shall be built as shown on the plans submitted to the Planning Division date
stamped July 24, 2008, Proposed Exterior Elevations, date stamped June 3, 2008, sheets ACS-01, A-
101, A- 110 and A-111, and date stamped July 2, 2008, sheets A-201through A-203, and that any
changes to the floor area, use, hours of operation, or number of employees which exceeds the
maximums as stated in these conditions shall require an amendment to this Parking Variance;
2. that the applicant shall pay an in -lieu parking space fee in the amount of $127,371.20, as per
Resolution No. 48-2000 to offset the impact of the requested three -space parking variance, the fee
shall be paid prior to the issuance of a building permit for this project;
3. that the financial institution shall only be a full -service bank;
4. that the conditions of the Chief Building Official's June 6, 2008 memo, the City Engineer's May 29,
2008 memo, the Fire Marshal's June 9, 2008 memo, and the City Arborist's June 12, 2008 memo
shall be met;
5. that if the structure is demolished or the envelope changed at a later date the Parking Variance as
well as any other exceptions to the code granted here will become void;
6. that automatic irrigation shall be provided to all proposed street trees in the City's right of way along
Lorton Avenue and California Drive; and that a note shall be added on the site plan indicating that
the proposed street tree grates shall be powder coated in a dark green color;
7. that all proposed planters located within the public right-of-way shall be revised to meet Public
Works standards and shall require an encroachment permit from the Public Works Engineering
Division; the planters shall have an automatic irrigation system, shall be maintained by the business
owner and shall be of substantial size as approved by Public Works so that they do not create a
safety issue for pedestrians using the sidewalk;
8. that the financial institution shall have regular business hours from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday
through Thursday, 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Saturday, and closed on
Sunday;
9. that the maximum number of clients in the financial institution at 350 Lorton Avenue at one time
shall not exceed 20 persons;
10. that the maximum number of employees, including the business owner, in the financial institution at
350 Lorton Avenue shall be limited to 13 persons;
11. that demolition or removal of the existing structures and any grading or earth moving on the site
shall not occur until a building permit has been issued and such site work shall be required to
comply with all the regulations of the Bay Area Air Quality Management District;
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12. that prior to issuance of a building permit for construction of the project, the project construction
plans shall be modified to include a cover sheet listing all conditions of approval adopted by the
Planning Commission, or City Council on appeal; which shall remain a part of all sets of approved
plans throughout the construction process. Compliance with all conditions of approval is required;
the conditions of approval shall not be modified or changed without the approval of the Planning
Commission, or City Council on appeal;
13. that all air ducts, plumbing vents, and flues shall be combined, where possible, to a single
termination and installed on the portions of the roof not visible from the street; and that these
venting details shall be included and approved in the construction plans before a Building permit is
issued;
14. that the project shall comply with the Construction and Demolition Debris Recycling Ordinance
which requires affected demolition, new construction and alteration projects to submit a Waste
Reduction plan and meet recycling requirements; any partial or full demolition of a structure,
interior or exterior, shall require a demolition permit; and
15. that the project shall meet all the requirements of the California Building and Uniform Fire Codes,
2007 Edition, as amended by the City of Burlingame.
The motion was seconded by Commissioner Yie.
Discussion of motion:
Configuration of lot doesn't allow for provision of additional parking.
Asked that the bank administration reach out to the local businesses to serve the business
community.
Parking in this part of town is difficult, the in -lieu fee has been paid by other businesses in the area.
Chair Cauchi called for a voice vote on the motion to approve. The motion passed 5-0- 1- 1 (Commissioner
Brownrigg absent, Commissioner Auran recused). Appeal procedures were advised. This item concluded
at 7:39 p.m.
Commissioner Auran returned to the dais.
5. 1427 CHAPIN AVENUE, ZONED C-1, SUBAREA B-1 — APPLICATION FOR COMMERCIAL DESIGN
REVIEW AMENDMENT TO REMOVE PATHWAY TO REAR OF SITE FOR A PREVIOUSLY APPROVED
PROJECT (MATT GRUBER, CALLANDER ASSOCIATES, APPLICANT AND LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT;
FRED BERTETTA, OLYMPIAN JV, PROPERTY OWNER) STAFF CONTACT: MAUREEN BROOKS
Reference staff report dated August 11, 2008, with attachments. Community Development Director Meeker
presented the report, reviewed criteria and staff comments. Twenty-three (23) conditions were suggested
for consideration.
Chair Cauchi opened the public hearing.
Commission comments:
None
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Mark Hudak, 216 Park Road and Fred Bertetta III, 1300 Industrial Road, San Carlos; represented the
applicant.
When designed, seemed like an excellent idea to provide the connection; unfortunately, owner
consent has not been granted for the access. Was couched as an encouragement, not a
requirement.
Additional Commission comments:
Are only talking about striping along the wall; if the opportunity presented itself in the future, the
parking striping could be adjusted in the future.
Asked if the condition changed, would the applicant agree to install the path (Hudak — yes).
Suggested looking at finishing of area at northwest corner of lot, adjacent to utility equipment
(Hudak — will have landscape architect submit proposal for the area).
Public comments:
None
There were no further comments and the public hearing was closed.
Commissioner Auran moved to approve the application, by resolution, with the following amended
conditions:
that the project shall be built as shown on the plans submitted to the Planning Department date
stamped March 22, 2006, Sheets TO, T1, D1.0, A1.0, A2.0, A2.3, A2.5, A3.0, A3.1, A3.2, A4.0,
A5.4, and date stamped April 12, 2006, Sheet L1.0, preliminary landscape plan, and date stamped
July 9, 2008, Sheet 1, Site Construction and Grading Plan, and that any changes to the building
materials, exterior finishes, footprint or floor area of the building shall require an amendment to this
permit;
2. that if approval is granted for the pathway through the wall, the design of the change shall be
brought back to the Planning Commission for approval as an FYI;
3. that any changes to the size or envelope of the building, which would include changing or adding
exterior walls or parapet walls, moving or changing windows and architectural features or changing
the roof height or pitch, shall be subject to design review;
4. that demolition of existing structures proposed for removal and any grading or earth moving on the
site shall not occur until a building permit has been issued and such site work shall be required to
comply with all the regulations of the Bay Area Air Quality Management District;
5. that prior to scheduling the framing inspection, the project architect, engineer or other licensed
professional shall provide architectural certification that the architectural details such as window
locations and bays are built as shown on the approved plans; if there is no licensed professional
involved in the project, the property owner or contractor shall provide the certification under penalty
of perjury. Certifications shall be submitted to the Building Department;
6. that prior to scheduling the roof deck inspection, a licensed surveyor shall shoot the height of the
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roof ridge and provide certification of that height to the Building Department;
7. that prior to final inspection, Planning Department staff will inspect and note compliance of the
architectural details (trim materials, window type, etc.) to verify that the project has been built
according to the approved Planning and Building plans;
8. that during demolition of the existing structures to be removed, site preparation and construction of
the new structure, the applicant shall use all applicable "best management practices" as identified in
Burlingame's Storm Water Ordinance, to prevent erosion and off -site sedimentation of storm water
runoff;
9. that the applicant shall comply with Ordinance 1503, the City of Burlingame Storm Water
Management and Discharge Control Ordinance.
10. that all construction shall abide by the construction hours established in the municipal code;
11. that this project shall comply with Ordinance No. 1477, Exterior Illumination Ordinance for all site
lighting;
12. that the conditions of the Chief Building Official's May 27, 2005 memo, the City Engineer's June 15,
2005 memo, the City Arborist's June 22, 2005 memo, the Recycling Specialist's May 27, 2005
memo, and the NPDES Coordinator's June 2, 2006 memo shall be met;
13. that the project shall meet all the requirements of the California Building Code and California Fire
Code, 2001 edition, as amended by the City of Burlingame;
14. that the proposed structures and the renovation of the existing brick building shall be constructed to
California Building Code (CBC) standards, as adopted by the City of Burlingame. The CBC requires
the determination of expected seismic shaking at the specific location of the project site. The design
engineers for the on -site structures shall design the structure and foundations based on the results
of the site -specific geotechnical study and the determination of the expected seismic shaking. The
geotechnical report shall be prepared by a licensed professional and submitted to the City Engineer
for review and approval prior to issuance of a building permit. Reinforcement of the historic
structure shall be interior to the building and shall place a priority on retaining the exterior historic
qualities of the building;
15. that prior to issuance of a building permit, a site -specific geotechnical report shall be prepared by a
licensed professional for review and approval by the City. The report shall evaluate the potential for
liquefaction hazards at the site and provide recommendations for hazard reduction in accordance
with accepted industry standards. The report shall also evaluate the potential presence of
expansive soils underlying the project site and provide recommendations for treatment in
accordance with standard industry practices. Priority shall be given to treatments that do not affect
the exterior of the historic brick structure.
16. that the project shall incorporate the following measures established by BAAQMD to minimize and
control dust emissions generated during construction activities:
All active construction areas shall be watered at least twice daily;
All trucks hauling soil, sand, and other loose materials shall be covered with tarpaulins or
other approved effective covers;
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■ All unpaved access roads, parking areas, and staging areas at the construction site shall be
paved; otherwise, water or non -toxic soil stabilizers shall be applied to all unpaved access
roads. In addition, paved access roads, parking areas, and staging areas shall be swept
daily with a water sweeper;
■ Hydroseed or apply non -toxic soil stabilizers to inactive construction areas (previously
graded area inactive for ten days or more);
■ Enclose, cover, water twice daily or apply non -toxic soil binders to exposed stockpiles (dirt,
sand, etc.);
■ Limit traffic speeds on unpaved roads or on -site to 15 miles per hour;
■ Install sandbags or other erosion control measures to prevent silt runoff to public roadways;
and
■ Replant vegetation in disturbed areas as quickly as possible;
17. that the applicant shall contribute to the cost of striping at the Chapin Avenue/Primrose intersection
on the Chapin Avenue approach to create two lane; twenty percent of the cost of the work should
be funded by the applicant;
18. that prior to obtaining a building permit, a report shall be prepared by an independent arborist and
submitted to the City Arborist for review and approval. The report shall:
Identify the construction period protection measures to ensure that the redwood and elm
trees will not be adversely affected; measures may include fencing around the trees and
prohibition of trenching and intrusive fencing near the root system; and
Include a plan with the palette of proposed landscaping trees (no fruit and nut trees) and
other landscaping as well as an irrigation system plan;
19. that all trees on the site should be retained on -site to the extent feasible considering the proposed
footprint of the addition;
20. that prior to demolition or remodeling of buildings at the project site, a lead -based paint and
asbestos -containing material survey shall be conducted by a certified professional and submitted to
the City Planning Department. Identified loose and peeling lead -based paint and asbestos -
containing materials shall be abated in accordance with applicable regulations. Federal and state
construction worker safety regulations shall be followed during construction activities where lead
and/or asbestos are known or suspected to be present. Other common hazardous materials that
may be encountered during demolition, such as mercury switches and air conditioning refrigerants,
shall be handled and disposed of in accordance with DTSC hazardous waste regulations;
21. that prior to construction at the site, a Contingency Plan (Plan) shall be prepared by a licensed
professional and submitted to the City Planning Department. The Plan shall delineate monitoring
activities to be implemented during excavation to detect volatile organic compounds. The Plan shall
provide recommendations for construction worker training and personal protection in the event
volatile organic compounds are encountered above specified action levels. If volatile organic com
pounds are identified, the Plan shall also specify notification requirements to San Mateo County
Health Department, Environmental Health Division;
22. that the project shall comply with the Construction and Demolition Debris Recycling Ordinance,
which requires affected demolition, new construction, and alteration projects to submit a Waste
Reduction plan and meet recycling requirements; any partial or full demolition of a structure, interior
or exterior, shall require a demolition permit;
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23. that the following changes to the project shall be incorporated into the final design:
(a) Move the proposed addition closer to the street so the setback is less than about 20 feet; or
Maintain the proposed setback, but include a low seat wall or other design feature along the
front property line with brick elements to respect the previous land uses where the courtyard
was used to display plants for the garden center, previously occupying the site. The
treatment at the street edge should reference the existing brick wall along the front of the
property;
(b) The transition of the proposed addition to the George Farrell House should be revised to
make the roof treatment more compatible with the existing roofline; this could include
reducing the height of the proposed addition;
(c) The circular tube proposed ten feet up on the front fagade should be either eliminated or be
made of concrete;
(d) Using the courtyard for active use (e.g., retail or a cafe) should be considered;
(e) A pervious pathway off the right front of the proposed addition and to the rear of the
property is encouraged to allow pedestrians to access retail on Burlingame Avenue (through
an opening in the wall). The two elm trees should be retained at this time, and reconsidered
for removal at a time when this area is needed for a driveway;
(f) The reflecting pond at the entrance shall be included in the design only if it will not affect the
foundation of the George Farrell House;
(g) For the rear and side elevation, details should be added to break up the mass of the second
floor windows and to make the entry more prominent from the rear; and
(h) For the side elevation, concrete elements should be considered to break up the fagade,
similar to what is proposed on the rear elevation; and
24. that should any cultural resources or human remains be discovered during construction, all work
shall be halted until they are fully investigated by a professional accepted as qualified by the City
Planner and the recommendations of the expert have been executed to the satisfaction of the City.
The motion was seconded by Commissioner Terrones.
Discussion of motion:
None
Chair Cauchi called for a voice vote on the motion to approve. The motion passed 6-0-1 (Commissioner
Commissioner Brownrigg absent). Appeal procedures were advised. This item concluded at 8:00 p.m.
6. 405 PRIMROSE ROAD, ZONED C-1, SUBAREA B-1, BURLINGAME AVENUE COMMERCIAL AREA —
APPLICATION FOR CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT TO ESTABLISH A BASE LINE FOR HEALTH SERVICE
AND REAL ESTATE USES (MARIANNA MASHA MEDNIKOV, APPLICANT; AND TERRY HORN,
PROPERTY OWNER) STAFF CONTACT: ERICA STROHMEIER
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Reference staff report dated August 11, 2008, with attachments. Community Development Director Meeker
presented the report, reviewed criteria and staff comments. Five (5) conditions were suggested for
consideration.
Chair Cauchi opened the public hearing.
Commission comments:
Asked why other uses were not identified in the Conditional Use Permit thresholds (Meeker— noted
other uses are permitted).
Terry Horn, 405 Primrose Road; represented the applicant.
Public comments:
None
There were no further comments and the public hearing was closed.
Commissioner Auran moved to approve the application, by resolution, with the following conditions:
that there shall be a maximum of 3,275 SF of health service uses and 5,875 SF of real estate uses
within the existing building at 405-407 Primrose Road;
2. that all health service and real estate uses in the building shall operate between the hours of 8:00
AM to 9:00 PM Monday through Saturday;
3. that each health service use shall be operated by a solo practitioner;
4. that any changes to the floor area, use, or hours of operation which exceeds the maximums as
stated in these conditions shall require an amendment to this conditional use permit; and
5. that any improvements for the project shall meet all the requirements of the California Building and
Uniform Fire Codes, 2007 Edition, as amended by the City of Burlingame.
The motion was seconded by Commissioner Lindstrom.
Discussion of motion:
Fully supportive of the concept for granting Conditional Use Permits in this manner.
Chair Cauchi called for a voice vote on the motion to approve. The motion passed 6-0-1 (Commissioner
Brownrigg absent). Appeal procedures were advised. This item concluded at 8:01 p.m.
7. 1177 AIRPORT BOULEVARD, ZONED SL—APPLICATION FOR AMENDMENT TO CONDITIONAL USE
PERMIT FOR A PARK AND FLY PROGRAM AT AN EXISTING HOTEL (DAVID GILL, APPLICANT; AND
CARLYLE GROUP, PROPERTY OWNER) STAFF CONTACT: LISA WHITMAN
Reference staff report dated August 11, 2008, with attachments. Community Development Director Meeker
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presented the report, reviewed criteria and staff comments. Thirty-three (33) conditions were suggested for
consideration.
Chair Cauchi opened the public hearing.
Commission comments:
Should a site plan be required? (Meeker — not necessary; will confirm location and number of
spaces in the field).
Could City poll hotels to see what the true parking ratio actually is?
Charles Duke, Crowne Plaza Hotel, 1177 Airport Boulevard; represented the applicant.
Agreed to provide up to 10 spaces.
Public comments:
Pat Giorni, 1445 Balboa Avenue; asked about any land taken from the site to accommodate the
bicycle overcrossing on Highway 101.
There were no further comments and the public hearing was closed.
Commissioner Terrones moved to approve the application, by resolution, with the following amended
conditions:
that the project shall be built as shown on the plans submitted to the Planning Department and date
stamped January 4, 2002, sheets PA-001, PA-100, A-200 through A-202, A-300 through A-303, E-
001 through E-008, L-1 and L-2, and Lighting Plan, and June 30, 2008 Site Plan;
2. that the park and fly program shall be allowed to operate at this hotel with a maximum of 10
vehicles;
3. that the conditions of the Fire Marshal's and Recycling Specialist's memos dated July 9, 2001, the
Chief Building Official's memos dates July 9, 2001 and July 3, 2008, and the City Arborist's memo
dated February 27, 2001, shall be met;
4. that any changes to the footprint, floor area, setbacks, or height of the building and any changes to
the land uses on the site shall require and amendment to this permit;
5. that the required parking areas shall not be converted to useable/leasable space as a part of any
hotel promotion;
6. that the parking spaces designated for the Park and Fly program shall be striped yellow and located
in the southeast corner of the lot as shown on the site plan date -stamped June 30, 2008;
7. that the controlled access parking shall be built and implemented as shown on the plans submitted
to the Planning Department and date stamped January 4, 2002, sheet PA-100, and the installation
shall conform to all the requirements of the California Building and uniform Fire Codes, 1998
Edition, as amended by the City of Burlingame;
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8. that any change to the number of parking spaces provided on site, their configuration and/or the
operation of the parking controls shall require amendment to this use permit;
9. that the applicant shall allocate, but not specifically designate within the parking lot, at least 13 on
site parking spaces free of charge for the use of those participating in sporting events at Bayside
Park;
10. that small delivery trucks or vans with periodic deliveries may be on site during operating hours, and
no delivery trucks shall be stored or parked on site continuously throughout the day or overnight;
11. that the use and any improvements for the use shall meet all the requirements of the California
Building and Uniform Fire Codes, 1998 Edition as amended by the City of Burlingame;
12. that the overall height of the new mechanical rooftop enclosure shall be 111'-6" and that any
increase in the building height shall require an amendment to this use permit;
13. that no room in the hotel shall be leased to a single individual, company or corporate entity for more
than 29 days and no rooms and/or any part of the building shall be leased for permanent residential
purposes;
14. that the site shall be landscaped with vegetation which requires a minimum of fertilization and pest
control, and the maintenance of such landscaping shall follow the procedure established by a
qualified landscape architect and approved by the city for fertilization and pest control;
15. that the project sponsor shall continue to provide a regular airport shuttle service to all hotel guests,
which shall include connections to CalTrain and BART to accommodate employees at shift
changes;
16. that all construction materials and waste, including solid wastes, paints, concrete, petroleum
products, chemicals, wash water or sediment, shall be stored, handled and disposed of properly to
prevent the discharge of all potential pollutants into storm water;
17. that trash enclosures and dumpster areas shall be covered and protected from roof and surface
drainage and that if water cannot be diverted from these areas, a self-contained drainage system
shall be provided that discharges to an interceptor;
18. that drainage from paved surfaces, including parking lots, driveways and roofs, shall be routed
through buffer strips where possible and shall be filtered through fossil filters inserted into storm
water inlets prior to discharge into the storm drain system; the property owners shall be responsible
for inspecting and cleaning all filters on a biannual basis as well as immediately prior to and once
during the rainy season (October 15 — April 1);
19. that there shall be no grading performed within BCDC (Bay Conservation and Development
Commission) jurisdiction;
20. that before any development shall be allowed, conditional use permits for controlled access to
parking and paid self -parking, and to vary from the requirements of the Design Guidelines for
Bayfront Development for landscaping within the front setback (9% proposed, 80% minimum
required), view obstruction (61.8% proposed, 60% maximum allowed), and building height (111'-6"
proposed, 50' maximum allowed) shall be required;
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21. that any connections between the new structure and the existing structure shall be designed with
flexibility to meet all the seismic requirements of the 1998 edition of the California Building Code
and California Fire Code;
22. that flexible joints shall be installed on all utilities to reduce potential problems associated with
ground settlement;
23. that all runoff created during construction and future discharge and site erosion control from the site
shall be required to meet National Pollution Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) standards;
24. that this project shall be subject to the state -mandated water conservation program. A complete
Irrigation Water Management and Conservation Plan shall be submitted with landscape and
irrigation plans at time of permit application, and shall be approved by the City's Senior Landscape
Inspector prior to issuing a building permit;
25. that the site shall be periodically sprayed with water to control dust during grading and construction.
The developer shall be required to get appropriate permits from the Bay Area Air Quality
Management District and construction equipment emissions shall be in compliance with their
standards;
26. that the eucalyptus trees along the east side property line shall be protected during construction
and any root cutting within 15' of the tree trunks and any pruning shall be approved by the City
Arborist prior to issuance of a building permit;
27. that all construction shall be required to be done in accordance with the California Building Code
requirements, 1998 Editions, as amended by the City of Burlingame, and limits to hours of
construction imposed by the City of Burlingame Municipal Code;
28. that the addition shall be built so that the interior noise level in all rooms and in enclosed public
areas shall not exceed 45 dBA (CNEL);
29. that to keep visual interference from off -site glow to a minimum, the illumination of the parking lot
shall be limited to that required for public health and safety, as reviewed and modified by the City
Engineer, Fire and Police Departments before a building permit is issued;
30. that all new utility connections to serve the site and which are affected by the development shall be
installed to meet current code standards and diameter; existing sewer laterals shall be checked and
replaced if necessary;
31. that the metal screen enclosing the stairways located on the east and west ends of the building and
the metal screen enclosing the rooftop mechanical equipment shall be painted with a non -reflective
paint color and that this non -reflective coating shall be maintained;
32. that if any prehistoric or historic archeological relics are discovered during construction, all work
shall be halted until the finding can be fully investigated and proper protection measures, as
determined by qualified experts, can be implemented;
33. that a pedestrian access shall be provided from the hotel building to the adjacent Bayside Park and
from the hotel entrance to the site entrance at the intersection of Bayshore and Airport Boulevard by
a five-foot wide sidewalk along the side property line adjacent to Bayside Park. Guest access to
Bayside Park shall also be provided from this walk with a gate through the fence separating the
park and the hotel opposite the porte cochere; and
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34. that striping or other clear delineation shall be provided for a pedestrian crossing at the porte
cochere across the entrance driveway to the pedestrian sidewalk at the gate into the park on the
side property line.
The motion was seconded by Commissioner Auran.
Discussion of motion:
None
Chair Cauchi called for a voice vote on the motion to approve. The motion passed 6-0-1 (Commissioner
Brownrigg absent). Appeal procedures were advised. This item concluded at 8:11 p.m.
IX. DESIGN REVIEW STUDY ITEMS
8. 1321 BALBOA AVENUE, ZONED R-1 —APPLICATION FOR DESIGN REVIEW FOR A SECOND STORY
ADDITION TO A SINGLE FAMILY DWELLING (UNA KINSELLA, APPLICANTAND ARCHITECT; AND JIM
AND JENNIFER CALLAHAN. PROPERTY OWNERS) STAFF CONTACT: ERICA STROHMEIER
Reference staff report dated August 11, 2008, with attachments. Senior Planner Hurin briefly presented the
project description. There were no questions of staff.
Chair Cauchi opened the public comment period.
Jim and Jennifer Callahan, 1321 Balboa Avenue and Una Kinsella, 1484 Guererro Street, San Francisco;
represented the applicant.
Family has expanded.
Spoke to neighbors about the project.
The request was triggered by change in plate height.
Commission comments:
■ Good job; have framing details been worked out to be certain that it can be built per plans (Kinsella
— feel comfortable that it will work out).
■ Could the laundry room be moved to eliminate impact upon porch and reduce going up and down
stairs with laundry?
■ On left elevation; is roofline all one plane (Kinsella — roofline is all one plane but is notched out,
stops at gutter).
■ Could pathway be treated differently to dress it up somewhat (Kinsella — will be terraced and will
have landscaping stepped up the sides). Design so that handrails are minimized.
■ Questioned design of second floor overlooking the family room, asked applicant to clarify why this
open space is not working.
■ Suggested shifting the door in the kitchen back into the dining room to make it open up more.
■ Felt entry is improved.
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Public comments:
Pat Giorni, 1445 Balboa Avenue; glad that family is remodeling the home, rather than removing it
and building a new home.
There were no other comments from the floor and the public hearing was closed.
Commissioner Terrones made a motion to place the item on the Consent Calendar when complete.
This motion was seconded by Commissioner Yie.
Discussion of motion:
None
Chair Cauchi called for a vote on the motion to place this item on the Consent Calendar when plans have
been revised as directed. The motion passed on a voice vote 6-0-1 (Commissioner Brownrigg absent).
The Planning Commission's action is advisory and not appealable. This item concluded at 8:29 p.m.
9. 1244 JACKLING DRIVE, ZONED R-1 —APPLICATION FOR DESIGN REVIEW FORA SECOND STORY
ADDITION TO A SINGLE FAMILY DWELLING (JAMES SKELTON, EDIT, APPLICANT AND DESIGNER;
AND COLAINE AND BOB ROEPKE, PROPERTY OWNERS) STAFF CONTACT: ERICA STROHMEIER
Reference staff report dated August 11, 2008, with attachments. Senior Planner Hurin briefly presented the
project description. There were no questions of staff.
Chair Cauchi opened the public comment period.
Bob Roepke, 1244 Jackling Drive and James Skelton, 3564 17th Street, San Francisco; represented the
applicant.
Family expansion created need for more space.
Have spoken to neighbors; particularly the neighbor to the north; no issues with window placement.
Commission comments:
■ Discussed design of deck.
■ Asked about assumed property line.
■ Like design.
■ Figure out how the roofline meets the balcony.
■ Balcony railing will need to meet code; tighter spacing may be required; show the detailed design.
■ Clarified that finish of addition will match existing house.
■ Look at the area where the rooflines come together at vertical wall with regards to drainage.
■ Clarified design of deck; parallel to the face of the garage.
■ Can something be done to break up the plane on north elevation.
■ Clarified window types (Skelton — intend to match existing windows on house).
■ Did applicant consider extending the addition further back, instead of up (Skelton and Roepke —
wanted to maintain size of property).
Public comments:
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■ Theresa Webb, 1265 Vancouver Avenue; lives on a flag lot that borders the applicant's home;
doesn't oppose the addition, but wants the Commission to consider the uniqueness of the design of
homes in the area.
Additional Commission comments:
■ Concern about impact upon Webb's property; though there is enough separation that there will not
likely be an impact.
There were no other comments from the floor and the public hearing was closed.
Commissioner Vistica made a motion to place the item on the Consent Calendar when complete.
This motion was seconded by Commissioner Auran.
Discussion of motion:
■ Show design of railing.
■ Look at design of north elevation and attempt to reduce mass of the wall.
Chair Cauchi called for a vote on the motion to place this item on the Consent Calendar when plans have
been revised as directed. The motion passed on a voice vote 6-0-1 (Commissioner Brownrigg absent).
The Planning Commission's action is advisory and not appealable. This item concluded at 8:45 p.m.
X. COMMISSIONERS' REPORTS
Chair Cauchi made subcommittee assignments as follows:
■ Neighborhood Consistency: Commissioners Auran, Cauchi and Yie
■ Downtown Specific Plan: Commissioners Vistica and Terrones
■ Bicycle: Terrones
■ Hospital: Brownrigg and Vistica
■ Housing: Brownrigg, Vistica and Lindstrom
The Hospital Subcommittee will participate with representatives of Peninsula Hospital in the selection of an
art project for the property. Participation of a subcommittee member in the "pre -selection" phase of the
process will be deferred until both subcommittee members can participate in the discussion.
Staff was requested to agendize a discussion of the design review sign posting requirement for the January
meeting
XI. DIRECTOR'S REPORT
Commission Communications:
■ Community Development Director Meeker reminded the Commission of the upcoming joint meeting
with the City Council and Safeway Working Group to review the Working Groups recommendations
regarding development of the Safeway property.
Actions from Regular City Council meeting of July 21, 2008:
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■ Community Development Director Meeker noted that the City Council adopted an ordinance
amending the Sign Regulations.
■ Denied the appeal and affirmed the Planning Commission's decision regarding the project at 1790
Escalante Way.
■ Reviewed the recommendations of the Citizens Advisory Committee regarding the Burlingame
Downtown Specific Plan.
■ The appeal of the Commission's denial (without prejudice) of the project at 1837 Hunt Drive was set
for a public hearing on August 18, 2008.
FYI: Peninsula Hospital Complaint Log — July, 2008
Accepted
FYI: 2700 Summit Drive — review of required changes to a previously approved design review
project:
Accepted
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FYI: 3202 Hillside Drive — review of required changes to a previously approved design review
project:
Accepted
XII. ADJOURNMENT
Chair Cauchi adjourned the meeting at 8:58 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Stanley Vistica, Secretary
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