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HomeMy WebLinkAbout11.24.08 PC Minutes - APPROVEDCITY OF BURLINGAME PLANNING COMMISSION APPROVED MINUTES Monday, November 24, 2008 — 7:00 p.m. City Council Chambers — 501 Primrose Road Burlingame, California I. CALL TO ORDER Chair Cauchi called the November 24, 2008, regular meeting of the Planning Commission to order at 7:00 p.m. II. ROLL CALL Present: Commissioners Auran, Brownrigg, Cauchi, Terrones and Vistica Absent: Commissioners Lindstrom and Yie Staff Present: Community Development Director, William Meeker and Planning Manager Maureen Brooks III. MINUTES Commissioner Auran moved, seconded by Commissioner Vistica to approve the minutes of the November 10, 2008 regular meeting of the Planning Commission, as submitted. Motion passed 4-0-1-2 (Commissioner Terrones abstaining, Commissioners Lindstrom and Yie absent). IV. APPROVAL OF AGENDA There were no changes to the agenda. V. FROM THE FLOOR There were no speakers from the floor. VI. STUDY ITEMS 1. 1309 CASTILLO AVENUE, ZONED R-1 — APPLICATION FOR SPECIAL PERMIT FOR LOCATION OF A NEW DETACHED GARAGE (CARRIE BOESCH, W.M. SPRINGS CONSTRUCTION, APPLICANT AND DESIGNER; AND LAWRENCE AND SUSAN RAFFO, PROPERTY OWNERS) STAFF CONTACT: RUBEN HURIN Community Development Director Meeker presented a summary of the staff report, dated November 24, 2008. Commission comments: 1 CITY OF BURLINGAME PLANNING COMMISSION — Approved Minutes November 24, 2008 ■ Felt it was unfortunate that the applicant is using vinyl doors and windows on the structure; more appropriate to use stained wood or other materials consistent with architectural style. ■ Asked what materials will be used on the garage door. ■ The fagade is plain; revisit the design to incorporate a bit more of the Spanish flavor, look at the parapet design. ■ Clarify what is occurring with the front landscaping; particularly the steps. ■ Noted that the proposed windows will match those present on the existing house. This item was set for the Consent Calendar when all the information has been submitted and reviewed by the Planning Department. This item concluded at 7:06 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. There were no Consent Calendar items for consideration. VIII. REGULAR ACTION ITEMS 2. 1452 DRAKE AVENUE, ZONED R-1 — APPLICATION FOR DESIGN REVIEW AND SPECIAL PERMITS FOR DECLINING HEIGHT ENVELOPE AND ATTACHED GARAGE FOR A NEW, TWO STORY SINGLE FAMILY DWELLING (TRG ARCHITECTS, APPLICANT AND ARCHITECT; AND GINKGO BURLINGAME LLC, PROPERTY OWNER) STAFF CONTACT: RUBEN HURIN Reference staff report dated November 24, 2008, with attachments. Community Development Director Meeker presented the report, reviewed criteria and staff comments. Fourteen (14) conditions were suggested for consideration. Chair Cauchi opened the public hearing. Randy Grange and Yossi Zinger, 205 Park Road; represented the applicant: Presented revised plans reflecting more traditional "Craftsman" details. The enclosed "living area" of the proposed structure (excluding the garage and trellises) falls more than 600-feet below the maximum lot coverage. Commission comments: ■ Liked the revised design a bit better than the original design. ■ Support the attached garage because more yard space is created in the rear. ■ Requested clarification regarding the thought behind having the front door receded into the fagade (Grange: the massing concept is to have simple forms bridged by a glass porch/entry connecting the two elements). ■ Concerned about what will happen at the rear of the property; particularly with respect to drainage and maintenance (Grange: trees are on the top of the retaining wall. Zinger: are planning to fill in the area and make it a landscape element; the channel will drain to the sump pump). ■ Clarified that the wall at the rear of the property will be treated with a stone veneer. 2 CITY OF BURLINGAME PLANNING COMMISSION — Approved Minutes November 24, 2008 ■ Agreed that achieving a "Craftsman" style doesn't require total adherence to traditional details. ■ Building green and building sustainable doesn't require designing "Contemporary" architectural style; concerned about creating a stigma for green design tying it to only "Contemporary" architecture. ■ Supportive of application. ■ Asked if the "rain screen" siding is a real wood material (Grange: yes, real wood furred out from the wall to permit rapid drainage behind it). ■ Asked if the siding comes with more of a texture (Grange: any type of siding may be used as a "rain screen"). ■ What is intended for the wall edge at the top of the flat roof portion of the structure (Grange: a small copper flashing is installed; will patina with age). There might be a better way to treat this detail (Grange: looked at pitched roofs, plates and other designs; this seemed to provide the most punch). Perhaps provide a cap on this feature (Grange: needed to have the membrane for the green roof roll up under the flashing). • Perhaps provide a bit more of an entry statement at the porch. Public comments: Mary Martocci, 1448 Drake Avenue and Pat Giorni, 1445 Balboa Avenue spoke: changes that have been made are an improvement; but the design still does not fit within the neighborhood. Would prefer a more traditional style. Noted that the architect indicated that the home is not being sold; is being built by a non-profit corporation. The property is owned by a limited liability corporation, as are the two properties adjacent. The same owner owned property in the 1400 block of Balboa Avenue; this property generates $190 in property taxes on an annual basis due to the ownership by a non-profit foundation. The home on Balboa is used for school events periodically and creates a disturbance. Will there be events held at the property? Is there a home occupation permit that will be required for any business activities at the property. (Meeker: noted that ownership of property is not the purview of the Commission, it must focus only upon the design issues. If violations of the R1 zoning occur in the future, they will be addressed as a code enforcement matter). There were no further comments and the public hearing was closed. Additional Commission comments: Commissioner Auran noted that he could not support the project, it is not appropriate for this neighborhood. Commissioner Auran moved to deny the application, with prejudice, noting that the design of the home is out of character with the neighborhood. The motion was seconded by Chair Cauchi. Discussion of motion: Don't think it will fit in to the neighborhood, it is a stark, industrial looking building. This block of Drake Avenue is eclectic; includes a mixture of styles; this would be a handsome addition to the block. Project will read as an additional style on the block, there is a project on De Soto that is an example of an instance where the style doesn't fit with the neighborhood. 3 CITY OF BURLINGAME PLANNING COMMISSION — Approved Minutes November 24, 2008 Chair Cauchi called for a roll call vote on the motion to deny with prejudice. The motion failed 2-3-0-2 (Commissioners Brownrigg, Terrones and Vistica dissenting, Commissioners Lindstrom and Yie absent). Commissioner Brownrigg 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 November 14, 2008, sheets Al. 1, A2.1, A2.2, A3.1, A3.2, and date stamped October 29, 2008, sheet L-1; 2. that any changes to building materials, exterior finishes, windows, architectural features, roof height or pitch, and amount or type of hardscape materials shall be subject to Planning Division or Planning Commission review (FYI or amendment to be determined by Planning staff); 3. that any changes to the size or envelope of the first or second floors, or garage, which would include adding or enlarging a dormer(s), shall require an amendment to this permit; 4. that the conditions of the Chief Building Official's September 26, 2008 memo, the City Engineer's October 16, 2008 memo, and the Fire Marshal's and NPDES Coordinator's September 29, 2008 memos shall be met; 5. that demolition for 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; 6. 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; 7. 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; 8. 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; 9. that during demolition of the existing residence, site preparation and construction of the new residence, 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; 10. that the project shall meet all the requirements of the California Building and Uniform Fire E1 CITY OF BURLINGAME PLANNING COMMISSION — Approved Minutes November 24, 2008 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 11. that prior to scheduling the foundation inspection, a licensed surveyor shall locate the property corners, set the building footprint and certify the first floor elevation of the new structure(s) based on the elevation at the top of the form boards per the approved plans; this survey shall be accepted by the City Engineer; 12. 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; 13. 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 14. 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 Vistica. Discussion of motion: ■ The home will be a good addition to the architectural styles in Burlingame; the massing handled well. ■ The design is inconsistent with the neighborhood, including having a garage placed at the front of the property, will not support. ■ Noted that the garage is at the front of the property due to grading that occurred on the property previously. ■ Wishes the front door were more prominent, but can accept the design as presented. Chair Cauchi called for a roll call vote on the motion to approve. The motion passed 3-2-0-2 (Commissioners Auran and Cauchi dissenting, Commissioners Lindstrom and Yie absent). Appeal procedures were advised. This item concluded at 7:46 p.m. 3. 113 CRESCENT AVENUE, ZONED R-1 — APPLICATION FOR CONDITIONAL USE PERMITS FOR A NEW ACCESSORY STRUCTURE WITH RECREATION ROOM AND BATHROOM AND SPECIAL PERMIT TO REDUCE THE NUMBER OF PARKING SPACES ONSITE FOR AN EXISTING SINGLE FAMILY DWELLING (JESSE GEURSE, GEURSE CONCEPTUAL DESIGN, APPLICANT AND DESIGNER: AND TOM KIELY. PROPERTY OWNER) STAFF CONTACT: LISA WHITMAN Reference staff report dated November 24, 2008, with attachments. Planning Manager Brooks presented the report, reviewed criteria and staff comments. Nine (9) conditions were suggested for consideration. Chair Cauchi opened the public hearing. 5 CITY OF BURLINGAME PLANNING COMMISSION — Approved Minutes November 24, 2008 Jesse Geurse, 405 Bayswater Avenue and Tom Kiely, 113 Crescent Road; represented the applicant. Commission comments: ■ What will be located where the pool is intended to be placed in the future (Geurse: grass at this time. Full landscaping will be installed at the time that the pool is installed; planter and pool decking will be installed with pool). ■ Located the bathroom in such a manner that has no opportunity for a window; it has no direct connection to the outside, particularly when it is supposed to be related to the pool (Geurse: certain items were placed within the accessory structure; these uses seemed to be best served by having a connection to the outside). May want to re -think the layout, particularly the location of the storage area. ■ Struggling with concerns about pool not being built in the future. ■ Why is there a tub or a shower; there is a concern about becoming another dwelling unit; provision of only a powder room will lend more credibility that it will not be converted to a unit in the future. (Kiely: Can we revisit installation of tub and shower at a later date?) ■ Need to be diligent about restricting fixtures in the bathroom; elimination of tub and shower is necessary. ■ Typically there is no more than a 2-inch waste line in accessory structures. No reason why a shower head could not be installed on the patio. Public comments: None. There were no further comments and the public hearing was closed. Commissioner Brownrigg moved to continue the application, requesting that the item be placed on the Consent Calendar when revisions to the floor plan of the accessory structure have been made and the plans resubmitted for review by the Planning Commission. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Terrones. Discussion of motion: Asked for clarification regarding whether the equipment in the structure is meant to condition the space, or is it to be pool equipment? Eliminate the tub/shower in the bathroom and provide direct access from the bathroom to the pool area. Chair Cauchi called for a voice vote on the motion to continue. The motion carried 5-0-0-2 (Commissioners Lindstrom and Yie absent). This item concluded at 8:02 p.m. 4. 1375 BURLINGAME AVENUE, ZONED C-1, SUBAREA A — APPLICATION FOR SIGN VARIANCE TO AMEND AN EXISTING MASTER SIGN PROGRAM (MICHAEL TUCKER, BOOKS INC., APPLICANT; JERRY WYMAN, DESIGNER; AND KARIM A. SALMA, PROPERTY OWNER) STAFF CONTACT: ERICA STROHMEIER M CITY OF BURLINGAME PLANNING COMMISSION — Approved Minutes November 24, 2008 Reference staff report dated November 24, 2008, with attachments. Planning Manager Brooks presented the report, reviewed criteria and staff comments. Four (4) conditions were suggested for consideration. Chair Cauchi opened the public hearing. Jerry Wyman, 975 Hillcroft Circle, Oakland; represented the applicant. Request is intended to permit removal of awning in front of Books Inc. to permit re -identification of the store with new signage. Commission comments: Asked if there is a reason why the awning couldn't be changed to another type; likes the proposed signage, but it could still work with a different awning (Wyman: was not the designer; has represented other Books Inc. locations; lightening up the front of the store will create a better presence. Wish to keep the front of the store clean and simple). Concern is with the scale of the building; the awning adds something nice; though a different style could work. Awnings are a significant feature of the building. Concerned about removing one awning and leaving the rest. Consistency of design has always been a desire on this property; current comments follow this same line of reasoning. The building should be treated holistically. If the building owner wants to make a change; it needs to be thought through (Wyman: property owner will not re -do the entire building to accommodate Books Inc. A different type of awning cannot extend out too far and it would be of a different shape. Recovering of existing awning will not work with the proposed signage, it is not a good solution). Public comments: None. There were no further comments and the public hearing was closed. Additional Commission comments: ■ There is an area along Primrose Road that does not include awnings. Awnings on second floor will continue to provide protection. ■ There is a defined storefront at Books Inc. ■ Like the design; the Variance is for the number of signs; the number of tenants within the building warrants the Variance. ■ Could support a different awning style with a similar color; could evolve over time. ■ Can support the Variance, but concerned with loss of awnings and consistency of building design. ■ Doesn't particularly like the awnings, but worried that something will be put back that is not appropriate for the building. ■ The history of this property has been to grant more signage in return for a unified appearance for the building. 7 CITY OF BURLINGAME PLANNING COMMISSION — Approved Minutes November 24, 2008 The existence of the tree in front of Books Inc. justifies removal of the awning for visibility of the sign, but only specifically for this instance. Commissioner Auran moved to approve the application, by resolution, with the following conditions: that the approval of this application shall amen the Amended Master Sign Program for this site that was approved by the Planning Commission on September 8, 1997, and that the signs shall be installed as outlined in the "Proposed Square Footage Calculations / Proposed Amendment to Master Signage Program" table and as shown on the plans submitted to the Planning Division and dated October 28, 2008, sheets 1 through 3, and date stamped September 3, 2008, site plan, building elevation and new sign specifications; and all awnings shall be of a consistent color and shall have consistent lettering; and all of the fabric blade signs shall be of similar fabric and color; 2. that any increase in the number, type, or area of the signs on site, as outlined in the "Proposed Square Footage Calculations / Proposed Amendment to Master Signage Program" table, shall require an amendment to the Master Sign Program; 3. that the conditions of the City Engineer's September 3, 2008 memo shall be met; 4. 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 Chair Cauchi. Discussion of motion: Sign program required same color awnings and lettering since the signage was on the awnings. The presence of the tree in front of Books Inc. warrants removal of the awning in this instance. Chair Cauchi called for a voice vote on the motion to approve. The motion passed 4-1-2 (Commissioner Terrones dissenting, Commissioners Lindstrom and Yie absent). Appeal procedures were advised. This item concluded at 8:30 p.m. 5. 260 EL CAMINO REAL, ZONED C-1, SUBAREA A — MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION, COMMERCIAL DESIGN REVIEW, SETBACK AND PARKING VARIANCES, AND A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR 24-HOUR OPERATION OF A DRUG STORE FOR A NEW 13,765 SQUARE FOOT COMMERCIAL BUILDING (KEVIN CULLINANE, APPLICANT, KEVIN AND LISA CULLINANE, PROPERTY OWNERS; AND NILMEYER AND NILMEYER ASSOCIATES, ARCHITECT) STAFF CONTACT: ERICA STROHMEIER Reference staff report dated November 24, 2008, with attachments. Community Development Director Meeker presented the report, reviewed criteria and staff comments. Thirty (30) conditions were suggested for consideration. Chair Cauchi opened the public hearing. Michael Nilmeyer, 128 Pepper Avenue and Kevin Cullinane 311 South Ellsworth Avenue, San Mateo; represented the applicant. CITY OF BURLINGAME PLANNING COMMISSION — Approved Minutes November 24, 2008 ■ Reviewed comments from Commission's prior discussion. ■ Showed illustration and demonstrated sight lines into the store. ■ The configuration and the slope of the lot creates restrictions on the layout of the store; also challenged by creating the additional rear entrance. ■ Feels the use will re -invigorate the west end of Burlingame Avenue. ■ Is aware of 5 major tenants on Burlingame Avenue that want to leave. ■ If this were a "spec" building the issues raised at this time would not likely be coming forward; feel that tenancy by Walgreens has created focus for discussion; could be built "vacant" waiting for a tenant; feels it may be approved under those circumstances. ■ The downtown needs a mix of businesses; important to maintain the vibrancy of the downtown shopping district. Commission comments: Can't support the application for various reasons, including the sight lines into the store. Of the 41 store fronts on this block, 35 have visibility into the store; of the 6 that you can't view into, two are the AT&T building; 85% have visibility into them. The compromise is good, but there is more room for improvement; visibility into the storefront is an important issue; the prior discussion was moving towards a 3-foot sight line (Cullinane: discussed with Walgreens, but does not work with their business plan. Would seem to be more of an issue at the eastern end of Burlingame Avenue. Are hoping for some leniency. Nilmeyer: Walgreens has kept pushing the wall of the storefront out to the front, Walgreens has agreed to keep the displays at no greater than 4-feet in height). There doesn't appear to be a clear and unified support of the pedestrian way; the design gives up floor space due to pedestrian way (Cullinane: the pedestrian way came to mind as a means of promoting pedestrian friendliness and ease of access to parking. Also took into account the condition of the property to the east; in the final analysis, the addition of the area occupied by the pedestrian way to the floor area would not provide enough additional space to warrant the reconfiguration of the floor plan). Asked about the design of the windows on El Camino Real (Cullinane: will have a changeable fabric that is operable from outside. At the interior of the store, the area will be rack space). It is the Commission's responsibility to ensure that the fabric of downtown and the way it is used is the best that it can be. The pedestrian way is not the link to tie the property to downtown; though the applicant's concerns about the stability of the adjacent building are understood (Cullinane: willing to close off the alley, as outlined in his letter. Nilmeyer: if the stairs are moved into the alleyway, there is still a 15-inch grade differential that will require steps and a ramp system to permit entry). Public comments: Pat Giorni, 1445 Balboa Avenue; takes issue with comment that if Walgreens were not the tenant, these discussions would not occur. Looking at a gateway design that is pedestrian friendly. The building should celebrate coming into the community. The Grand Boulevard initiative hopes to eliminate the strip mall look. Don't want a building that reflects the character of a national chain; want a bit more style as a gateway element to Burlingame (Nilmeyer: speaking to the Grand Boulevard concept; other communities were envious of Burlingame's image along El Camino Real. This building is setback from El Camino and includes a lot of landscaping; encourages the Grand Boulevard concept). There were no further comments and the public hearing was closed. E CITY OF BURLINGAME PLANNING COMMISSION — Approved Minutes November 24, 2008 Additional Commission comments: ■ Handsome building; the existing adjacent building is only 50-feet deep, can live with the 4-foot line of sight into the store, can support the application. ■ There is a confluence of issues that are related to the type of use; the Commission doesn't have a prejudice against Walgreens. If the building were a "spec" building, there would be conditions attached to design to ensure that the design character is achieved. ■ There are truck and delivery issues that are directly related to the Walgreens' use. ■ The building design severs the pedestrian connection to downtown; design could be done better. ■ Walgreens could be more flexible. ■ Likes the design and the changes that have been made; the pedestrian way is shorter than what is perceived on the plan. ■ Can accept the 4-foot line of sight for the windows. ■ Concerned about the amount of traffic from the use; cited a passage from the environmental evaluation that states: "the project area is designed so the majority of the patrons will need to enter and exit Fox Plaza Lane", this is a flawed assumption. Commissioner Brownrigg, moved to deny the application without prejudice. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Terrones: Discussion of motion: It was noted that the decision was made with two Commissioners absent from the proceedings. Chair Cauchi called for a roll call vote on the motion to deny without prejudice. The motion carried 3-2- 0-2 (Commissioners Auran and Cauchi dissenting, Commissioners Lindstrom and Yie absent). Appeal procedures were advised. This item concluded at 9:24 p.m. Commissioner Brownrigg left the meeting at 9:25 p.m. 6. 1217 PALOMA AVENUE, ZONED R-3 — TENTATIVE AND FINAL CONDOMINIUM MAP OF LOT 3, BLOCK 16, MAP OF BURLINGAME GROVE SUBDIVISION, 1217 PALOMA AVENUE, PM 08-02 (CHARLES L. KAVANAGH, KAVANAGH ENGINEERING, APPLICANT AND SURVEYOR; AND LES MAISONETTES INC. C/O OF MAHER SHAMI, PROPERTY OWNER) STAFF CONTACT: VICTOR VOONG Reference staff report dated November 18, 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: None. 10 CITY OF BURLINGAME PLANNING COMMISSION — Approved Minutes November 24, 2008 Public comments: ■ None. There were no further comments and the public hearing was closed. Commissioner Auran moved to recommend to the City Council, approval of the application, with the following conditions: The condominium map must be filed by the applicant with the time period as allowed by the Subdivision Map Act and the City's Subdivision Ordinance. 2. All damaged/displaced sidewalk shall be replaced with new. 3. No developmental approvals are part of this mapping action. 4. All property corners shall be set in the field and be shown on the map. 5. The conditions, covenants and restrictions for the map shall be approved by the City Attorney and conform to all approved conditions and City Codes. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Terrones. Discussion of motion: None. Chair Cauchi called for a voice vote on the motion to recommend approval. The motion passed 4-0-0-3 (Commissioners Brownrigg, Lindstrom and Yie absent). This item concluded at 9:26 p.m. IX. DESIGN REVIEW STUDY ITEMS 7. 1837 HUNT DRIVE, ZONED R-1 —APPLICATION FOR DESIGN REVIEW, HILLSIDE AREA CONSTRUCTION PERMIT AND SIDE SETBACK VARIANCE FOR A FIRST AND SECOND STORY ADDITION TO A SINGLE FAMILY DWELLING (BACILIA MACIAS, SPATIAL ART, INC., APPLICANT AND DESIGNER; AND CHRIS DUNNING, PROPERTY OWNER) (127 NOTICED) STAFF CONTACT: LISA WHITMAN (RESUBMITTAL OFA PROJECT WHICH WAS DENIED WITHOUT PREJUDICE) Reference staff report dated November 24, 2008, with attachments. Planning Manager Brooks briefly presented the project description. There were no questions of staff. Chair Cauchi opened the public comment period. Chris Dunning, 1837 Hunt Drive and Bacilia Macias, 121 Scotts Chute Court, El Sobrante; represented the applicant. Noted that adjacent property owners (the Vlahos) do not oppose the revised project. Asked to not require story poles. Commission comments: 11 CITY OF BURLINGAME PLANNING COMMISSION — Approved Minutes November 24, 2008 ■ Requested clarification of location of main roof ridge in relation to the dormer on the front of the house; there are a lot of added features to make the area waterproof that may not be necessary from a design standpoint. ■ Clarify that only the stone rail will carry along the sides of the house. ■ Concern about light fixtures on rear elevation; ensure that they wash down the wall to light the balcony and not the night sky. ■ Erect story poles. Public comments: Julia Goldman, 1827 Hunt Drive and Jim Vlahos, 50 Platt Avenue, Sausalito spoke: (Goldman lives ) to the right of the applicant. Feels that the addition will be detrimental to her property values. The addition would be at her entrance gate and would confront her and her guests whenever they enter her property. Why not build out instead of up. Doesn't feel that any future buyer would be interested in her property if this project is built. Would be an injustice to her and would impact her property value. Are thankful for the applicant's efforts. Concern is that all aspects of the project will be verified during construction. Ensure adequate landscaping. Supports installing story poles. Additional applicant comments (Dunning and Macias): ■ Provided photo of Goldman's property to show relationship to his property. ■ Feels landscaping on her (Goldman's) property will mitigate any impacts. ■ The upper floor is setback further than required from the side -yard; only at the first floor is a setback Variance requested. ■ Have eliminated the encroachment into the declining height envelope. There were no other comments from the floor and the public hearing was closed. Additional Commission comments: Feels that story poles are the remaining issue; recognize that the addition is adjacent to a flag lot. Commissioner Cauchi made a motion to place the item on the Regular Action Calendar when complete. This motion was seconded by Commissioner Vistica. Discussion of motion: If placed on the Consent Calendar, it would likely be pulled off the Consent calendar due to Commissioner absences from the meeting this evening. Chair Cauchi called for a vote on the motion to place this item on the Regular Action Calendar when plans have been revised as directed. The motion passed on a voice vote 4-0-0-3 (Commissioners Brownrigg, Lindstrom and Yie absent. The Planning Commission's action is advisory and not appealable. This item concluded at 9:54 p.m. X. COMMISSIONERS' REPORTS 12 CITY OF BURLINGAME PLANNING COMMISSION — Approved Minutes November 24, 2008 Reviewed recent Neighborhood Consistency Subcommittee discussions; there will be a report back to the Subcommittee, then the Commission when staff analysis is complete. XI. DIRECTOR'S REPORT Commission Communications: None. Actions from Regular City Council meeting of November 17, 2008: None. XII. ADJOURNMENT Chair Cauchi adjourned the meeting at 9:58 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Stanley Vistica, Secretary 13