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PROJECT LOCl�TION
1412 VancouverAvenue
City of Burlingame Item No. '
Extension of Design Review and Special Permit
Consent Calendar
Address: 1412 Vancouver Avenue
Meeting Date: 4/27/09
Request: One-year extension of an approved Design Review project and Special Permit for Declining Height
Envelope for a new two-story single family dwelling and detached garage.
Applicant and Designer: James Chu, Chu Design and Engineering
Property Owner: Yang Min Yang
General Plan: Low Density Residential
APN: 026-054-130
Lot Area: 6000 SF
Zoning: R1
Environmental Review Status: The project is Categorically Exempt from review pursuant to the California
Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), per Section 15303 (a) of the CEQA Guidelines, which states that
construction of a limited numberof new, small facilities orstructures, including one single-family residence, ora
second dwelling unit in a residential zone, is exempt from environmental review. In urbanized areas, this
exemption may be applied to the construction or conversion of up to three (3) single-family residences as part of
a project.
Summary of Request: The applicant is applying for a one year extension of an approved Design Review
project and Special Permit for Declining Height Envelope for a new two-story single family dwelling and new
detached garage. The project was approved by the Planning Commission on March 24, 2008 (March 24, 2008
Planning Commission Meeting Minutes). The applicant has provided reduced sets of the approved plans, date
stamped April 3, 2009, sheets A.1 through A.7 and Landscape Plan.
The Planning Commission approval of this application became effective on April 4, 2008. This approval is valid
for a period of one year during which time a building permit must be issued. An extension for up to one year may
be considered by the Planning Commission. If the extension is not granted, the property owner must reapply with
a new application. In a letter date stamped April 2, 2009, the applicant is requesting a one year extension of the
Design Review approval to April 4, 2010.
Project Description: This project is located on the north side of VancouverAvenue between Hillside Drive and
Hale Drive. The existing house will be demolished. The applicant is proposing to build a new, two-story dwelling
with a two-car detached garage in the rear right of the property. The proposed house and detached garage will
have a total floor area of 3,413 SF (0.57 FAR) where 3,420 SF (0.57 FAR) is the maximum allowed. The
proposed project is 7 SF below the maximum allowed FAR.
The project includes a detached garage (427 SF) which provides two covered parking spaces (20' x 20' clear
interior dimensions) for the proposed four-bedroom house. There is one uncovered parking space (9' x 20')
provided in the driveway. The master bedroom and stairway on the left side of the upper story will encroach180
SF into the Declining Height Envelope. All other Zoning Code requirements have been met. The applicant is
requesting the following:
■ Design Review for substantial construction of or to a single family dwelling (C.S. 25.57.010, a, 1).
■ Special Permit for encroachment into the Declining Height Envelope along the left side (180 SF) of the
second story (C.S. 25.28.035, c)
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�a: 6000 SF Plans date stam ed: A ri
PROPOSED ALLOWED/REQUIRED
SETBACKS I
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Front (main floor): ; 18'-6" (to BR1) 18'-5" (block average)
(upper floor): '; 23'-6" (to bath3) 20'-0"
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Side (left, main floor): ' 5'-0" (to LR) 4'-0"
(left, upper floor): ; 5'-0" (to MB) 4'-0"
(right, main floor): ', 12'-0" (to bath 1) 4'-0"
(right, upper floor): ; 14'-0" (to bath2) 4'-0"
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Rear (rear stairs >30'): ' 27'-0" 15'-0"
(lower floor): ', 41'-0" (to BR4) 20'-0"
(main floor): 36'-0 (to family room) ; 20'-0"
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Lot Coverage: ' 2255 SF 2400 SF
' 38% 40%
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FAR: ' 3413 SF 3420 SF'
'' 0.57 FAR 0.57 FAR
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# of bedrooms: ' 4 ---
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Parking: ', 2 covered 1 covered
'' (20' x 20') (10' x 20')
' 1 uncovered 1 uncovered
(9' x 20') (9' x 20')
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Height: ! 26'-9" 30'-0"
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DH Envelope: i 180 SF CS 25.28.075
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Accessory Sfructure: ' complies 3 CS 25.60.010
(0.32 x 6000 SF) + 1100 SF + 400 SF = 3420 SF (0.57 FAR)
The proposed project encroaches 180 SF into the left side of the structure (7'-6" x 24'-0" = 180SF)
Detached garage complies with zoning code requirements and no Conditional Use Permits are required.
3, 2009
Staff Comments: See attached memos from the Chief Building Official, Fire Marshal, City Engineer, and
NPDES Coordinator.
Design Review Criteria: The criteria for design review as established in Ordinance No. 1591 adopted by the
Council on April 20, 1998 are outlined as follows:
�. Compatibility of the architectural style with that of the existing character of the neighborhood;
2. Respect for the parking and garage patterns in the neighborhood;
3. Architectural style and mass and bulk of structure;
4. Interface of the proposed structure with the structures on adjacent properties; and
5. Landscaping and its proportion to mass and bulk of structural components.
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Findings for a Special Permit: In order to grant a special permit for Declining Height Envelope, the Planning
Commission must find that the following conditions exist on the property (Code Section 25.51.020 a-d):
(a) The blend of mass, scale and dominant structural characteristics of the new construction or addition are
consistent with the existing structure's design and with the existing street and neighborhood;
(b) the variety of roof line, facade, exterior finish materials and elevations of the proposed new structure or
addition are consistent with the existing structure, street and neighborhood;
(c) the proposed project is consistent with the residential design guidelines adopted by the city; and
(d) removal of any trees located within the footprint of any new structure or addition is necessary and is
consistent with the city's reforestation requirements, and the mitigation for the removal that is proposed is
appropriate.
Planning Commission Action: The Planning Commission should conduct a public hearing on the
application, and consider public testimony and the analysis contained within the staff report. Action should
include specific findings supporting the Planning Commission's decision, and should be affirmed by
resolution of the Planning Commission. The reasons for any action should be stated clearly for the record.
At the public hearing the following conditions should be considered:
that the project shall be built as shown on the plans submitted to the Planning Division date stamped
April 3, 2009, sheets A.1 through A.7 and Landscape Plan;
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 basement, 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 December 14, 2007 memo, the City Engineer's
December 14, 2007 memo, the Fire Marshal's December 17, 2007 memo, and the NPDES Coordinator's
December 17, 2007 memo 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;
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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 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 Buiiding plans.
Lisa Whitman
Associate Planner
c. James Chu, applicant
Chu Design & Engineering, Inc.
55 W. 43�d Avenue
San Mateo, CA 94403
Yang Min Yang
833 Mahler Road, Suite 13
Burlingame, CA 94010
Attachments:
Application to the Planning Commission
ApplicanYs Letter of Explanation
Approval letter of original project, dated April 4, 2008
March 24, 2008 Planning Commission Meeting Minutes
Staff Comments
Planning Commission Resolution (Proposed)
Notice of Public Hearing — Mailed April 17, 2009
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COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT • 5O'I PRIMROSE ROAD • BURLINGAME, CA 94010
p: 650.558.7250 • f: 650.696.3790 • www.burlingame.org
APPLICATION TO THE PLANNING COMMISSION
Type of application:
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* Verification that the project architect/designer has a valid Burlingame business license will be required by the
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PROPERTY OWNER
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55 West 43�d Avenue, San Mateo, CA 94403 � Y o� s+-'R!'ne��nE
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April 2> 2009
City of Burlingame
Planning Department
501 Prinuose Road
Burlingame, CA 94010
Re: New Residence @ 1412 Vancouver Ave
Dear Plannin� Statif:
The owner, Alvin Yan� of 1412 Vancouver Ave. would like to request an extension for
the above reference project address due to personal financial issue.
If you h�lve any question, please fee( free to contact me.
Cc: Alvin Yan�
CITY OF BURLINGAME
City Hall — 501 Primrose Road
Burlingame, California 94010-3997
April 4, 2008
James Chu
Chu Design & Engr., Inc.
55 W. 43�d Avenue
San Mateo, CA 94403
Re: 1412 Vancouver Avenue
Dear Mr. Chu,
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COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
Planning Division
PH: (650) 558-7250
FAX: (650) 696-3790
Since there was no appeal to or suspension by the City Council, the March 24, 2008, Planning
Commission approval of your application for Design Review and Special Permit became effective
April 4, 2008. This application was for a new, two story single family dwelling and detached garage
at 1412 Vancouver Avenue, zoned R-1.
The March 24, 2008 minutes of the Planning Commission state your application was approved with
the following conditions:
that the project shall be built as shown on the plans submitted to the Planning Division date
stamped March 12, 2008, sheets A.1 through A.7 and Landscape Plan, 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 December 14, 2007 memo, the City
Engineer's December 14, 2007 memo, the Fire Marshal's December 17, 2007 memo, and
the NPDES Coordinator's December 17, 2007 memo shall be met;
3. tha± demo!ition for removal of the sxisting structures and any grading or e2rth mcving cn
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;
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
a�proval adopted by the Planning Commission, or City Gouncil on appeal; which sha!!
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;
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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 shali 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 during demolition of the existing residence, site preparation and constr�!ction 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;
9. that the project shall meet all the requirements of the California Building and Uniform Fire
Codes, 2007 Edition, as amended by the City of Buriingame;
THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS SHALL BE MET DURING THE BUILDING INSPECTION
PROCESS PRIOR TO THE INSPECTIONS NOTED IN EACH CONDITION:
10. 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;
11. 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
shal! hs submitted to the B! iilding Divisio� befo�e the final framing ins�ection sha!I be
scheduled;
12. that prior to scheduling the roof deck inspectior�, a iicensed surveyur shall si�ooi the height
of the roof ridge and provide certification of that height to the Building Department; and
13. 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.
Reimbursement of the Design Review deposit will be processed and will be mailed to the property
owner under seoarate cover.
All site improvements and construction work will require separate application to the Building
Department. I his approval is valid for one year during which time a building permit must be issued.
One extension of up to one year may be considered by the Planning Commission if application is
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made before the end of the first year.
The decision of the Council is a final administrative decision pursuant to Code of Civil Procedure
Section 1094.6. If you wish to challenge the decision in a court of competent jurisdiction, you must
do so within 90 days of the date of the decision unless a shorter time is required pursuant to state or
federal law.
Sincerely,
William Meeker
Community Development Director
c. Chief Deputy Valuation, Assessor's Office
(LOT 24 BLOCK 45 EASTON ADD BURLINGAME NO 4 RSM A/45; APN: 026-054-130)
Chief Building Official, CDD/Building Division
Yang Min Yang
833 Mahler Road #13
Burlingame, CA 94010
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CITY OF BURLINGAME PLANN/NG COMMISSION — Unapproved Minufes March 24, 2008
1. 1412 VANCOUVER AVENUE, ZONED R-1 — APPLICATION FOR DESIGN REVIEW AND SPECIAL
PERMIT FOR DECLINING HEIGHT ENVELOPE FOR A NEW, TWO-STORY SINGLE FAMILY DWELLING
AND DETACHED GARAGE (JAMES CHU, CHU DESIGN & ENGR., INC., APPLICANT AND DESIGNER;
AND YANG MIN YANG PROPERTY OWNER) PROJECT PLANNER: LISA WHITMAN
Commissioner Auran moved approval of the Consent Calendar based on the facts in the staff report,
Commissioner's comments and the findings in the staff reports, with recommended conditions in the staff
report and by resolution. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Vistica. Chair Cauchi called for a
voice vote on the motion and it passed 6-0-1 (Commissioner Terrones absent). Appeal procedures were
advised.
The Commission directed staff to review the potential for requiring a deposit for a street tree for 1412
Vancouver Avenue, and directed that the information be returned to the Commission as an FYI item.
VIII. REGULAR ACTION ITEMS
2. 118 DWIGHT ROAD, ZONED R-1 —APPLICATION FOR DESIGN REVIEW FOR A FIRST AND SECOND
STORYADDITION TO A SINGLE FAMILY DWELLING (JESSE GEURSE, APPLICANTAND DESIGNER;
AND PAT BURNS PROPERTY OWNER) PROJECT PLANNER: LISA WHITMAN
Reference staff report dated March 24, 2008, with attachments. Planner Hurin presented the report,
reviewed criteria and staff comments. Eleven (11) conditions were suggested for consideration.
Chair Cauchi opened the public hearing.
Jesse Geurse, 405 Bayswater Avenue; represented the applicant.
Commission comments:
• Complemented the design
■ The existing water table element on the house grounds the house; could it be continued as an
element?
■ Clarified that the trim package around windows and doors is real wood, as is the water table.
■ The possibility for a color change below the water table is acceptable.
�ubiic comments:
None
There were no further comments and the public hearing was closed.
Commissioner Osterling moved to approve the application, by resolution, with the following conditions:
1. that the project shall be built as shown on the plans submitted to the Planning Division date stamped
March 3, 2008, Sheets T.O, L.O, and A.0 through A.8, 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, 2008 memos, the City Engineer's June
18; 2007 memo; the Fire Marshal's June 15, 2007 memo, and the NPDES Coordinator's June 18,
2007 memo shall be met;
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Project Comments
Date:
To:
From
December 12, 2007
[� City Engineer
(650) 558-7230
❑ Chief Building Official
(650) 558-7260
❑ City Arborist
(650) 558-7254
❑ Recycling Specialist
(650) 558-7271
❑ Fire Marshal
(650) 558- 7600
❑ NPDES Coordinator
(650) 342-3727
❑ City Attorney
Planning Staff
Subject: Request for Design Review and Special Permit for declining height
envelope for New single family dwelling at 1412 Vancouver Avenue,
zoned R-1, APN: 026-054-130
Staff Review: December 12, 2007
See attached.
Sewer backwater protection certification is required. Contact Public Works —
Engineering Division at (650) 558-7230 for additional information.
Proposed warp section for the driveway is outside of property line extension to
the curb which is not allowed except with written consent from adjacent
property owner. Either revise plans or submit documentation from adjacent
owner.
Reviewed by:
PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT ENGINEERING DIVISION
PLANNING REVIEW COMMENTS �� ,�y..i.l�t1
Project Name:�'�t_� Ow�l-c.t.n�
Project Address: l'L v��`"�
The following requirements apply to the project
1 � A property boundary survey shall be preformed by a licensed land .
surveyor. The survey shall show all property lines, property corners,
easements, topographical features and utilities. (Required prior to the
building permit issuance.) �'"""�'1 �'�''1RS -j� 1�"= y'Irz�'1 �'I''� �"4
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2 b The site and roof drainage shall be shown on plans and should be made to
drain towards the Frontage Street. (Required prior to the building permit
issuance.)
3. The applicant shall submit project grading and drainage plans for
approval prior to the issuance of a Building permit.
4 The project site is in a flood zone, the project shall comply with the City's
flood zone requirements.
5 ���vanitary sewer lateral t! is required for the project in accordance with
he City's standards. ( )
6. The project plans shall show the required Bayfront Bike/Pedestrian trail
and necessary public access improvements as required by San Francisco
Bay Conservation and Development Commission.
7. Sanitary sewer analysis is required for the project. The sewer analysis
shall identify the project's impact to the City's sewer system and any
sewer pump stations and identify mitigation measures.
8 Submit traffic trip generation analysis for the project.
9. Submit a traffic impact study for the project. The traffic study should
identify the project generated impacts and recommend mitigation
measures to be adopted by the project to be approved by the City
Engineer.
10. The project shall file a parcel map with the Public Works Engineering
Division. The parcel map shall show all existing property lines, easements,
monuments, and new property and lot lines proposed by the map.
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11. A latest preliminary title report of the subject parcel of land shall be
submitted to the Public Works Engineering Division with the parcel map
for reviews.
12 Map closure/lot closure calculations shall be submitted with the parcel
map.
13 The project shall submit a condominium map to the Engineering Divisions
in accordance with the requirements of the Subdivision Map Act.
14 _� The project shall, at its own cost, design and construct frontage public
improvements including curb, gutter, sidewalk and other necessary
appurtenant work.
15 The project shall, at its own cost, design and construct frontage streetscape
improvements including sidewalk, curb, gutters, parking meters and poles,
trees, and streetlights in accordance with streetscape master plan.
16 By the preliminary review of plans, it appears that the project may cause
adverse impacts during construction to vehicular traffic, pedestrian traffic
and public on street parking. The project shall identify these impacts and
provide mitigation measure acceptable to the City.
17 The project shall submit hydrologic calculations from a registered civil
engineer for the proposed creek enclosure. The hydraulic calculations
must show that the proposed creek enclosure doesn't cause any adverse
impact to both upstream and downstream properties. The hydrologic
calculations shall accompany a site map showing the area of the 100-year
flood and existing improvements with proposed improvements.
18 Any work within the drainage area, creek, or creek banks requires a State
Department of Fish and Game Permit and Army Corps of Engineers
Permits.
19 No construction debris shall be allowed into the creek.
20 �_ The project shall comply with the City's NPDES permit requirement to
prevent storm water pollution.
21 The project does not show the dimensions of existing driveways, re-
submit plans with driveway dimensions. Also clarify if the project is
proposing to widen the driveway. Any widening of the driveway is subject
to City Engineer's approval.
22 The plans do not indicate the slope of the driveway, re-submit plans
showing the driveway profile with elevations
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23 The back of the driveway/sidewalk approach shall be at least 12" above
the flow line of the frontage curb in the street to prevent overflow of storm
water from the street into private property.
24. For the takeout service, a garbage receptacle shall be placed in front. The
sidewalk fronting the store shall be kept clean 20' from each side of the
property.
25. For commercial projects a designated garbage bin space and cleaning area
shall be located inside the building. A drain connecting the garbage area to
the Sanitary Sewer System is required.
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Project Comments
Date:
To:
From:
December 12, 2007
❑ City Engineer
(650) 558-7230
X Chief Building Official
(650) 558-7260
❑ City Arborist
(650) 558-7254
❑ Recycling Specialist
(650) 558-7271
❑ Fire Marshal
(650) 558-7600
❑ NPDES Coordinator
(650) 342-3727
❑ City Attorney
Planning Staff
Subject: Request for Design Review and Special Permit for declining height
envelope for New single family dwelling at 1412 Vancouver Avenue,
zoned R-1, APN: 026-054-130
Staff Review: December 17, 2007
� 1) On the plans specify that this project will comply with the 2007 California Building Codes (CBC).
2) Provide fully dimensioned plans.
3) Provide existing and proposed elevations.
4) Show the distances from all exterior walls to property lines or to assumed property lines
5) When you submit your plans to the Building Division for plan review provide a completed
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Supplemental Demolition Permit Application. NOTE: The Demolition Permit will not be issued
until a Building Permit is issued for the project.
6) Comply with the 2005 California Energy Efficiency Standards for low-rise residential buildings. Go
to http:/!www.enerqv.ca.gov/title24 for publications and details.
7) Obtain a survey of the property lines for any structure within one foot of the property line.
8) On the plans specify that the roof eaves will not project within two feet of the property line.
9) Indicate on the plans that exterior bearing walls less than five feet from the property line will be
built of one-hour fire-rated construction. (Table 602)
10) Rooms that can be used for sleeping purposes must have at least one window or door that
complies with the egress requirements. Specify the size and location of all required egress
windows on the elevation drawings.
11) Provide guardrails at all landings. NOTE: All landings more than 30" in height at any point are
considered in calculating the allowable floor area. Consult the Planning Department for details if
your project entails landings more than 30" in height.
12} Provide handrails at all stairs where there are four or more risers.
13) Provide lighting at all exterior landings.
14) The fireplace chimney must terminate at least two feet above any roof surface within ten feet.
15) NOTE: A written response to the items noted here and plans that specifically address
items 1, 9, and 10 must be re-submitted before this project can move forward for Planning
Commission action.
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Project Comments
Date: December 12, 2007
To: ❑ City Engineer ❑ Recycling Specialist
(650) 558-7230 (650) 558-7271
❑ Chief Building Official ❑ Fire Marshal
(650) 558-7260 (650) 558-7600
❑ City Arborist ❑ NPDES Coordinator
(650) 558-7254 (650) 342-3727
❑ City Attomey
From: Planning Staff
Subject: Request for Design Review and Special Permit for declining height
envelope for New single family dwelling at 1412 Vancouver Avenue,
zoned R-1, APN: 026-054-130
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December 12, 2007
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(650) 558-7230
❑ Chief Building Official
(650) 558-7260
❑ City Arborist
(650) 558-7254
❑ Recycling Specialist
(650) 558-7271
d Fire Marshal
(650) 558-7600
❑ NPDES Coordinator
(650) 342-3727
❑ City Attorney
Planning Staff
Subject: Request for Design Review and Special Permit for declining height
envelope for New single family dwelling at 1412 Vancouver Avenue,
zoned R-1, APN: 026-054-130
Staff Review: December 12, 2007
Provide a residential fire sprinkler throughout the residence.
1. Provide a minimum 1 inch water meter.
2. Provide backflow prevention device/double check valve assembly —
Schematic of water lateral line after meter shall be shown on Building
Plans prior to approval indicating location of the device after the split
between domestic and fire protection lines.
3. Drawings submitted to Building Department for review and approval shall
clearly indicate Fire Sprinklers shall be installed and shop drawings
shall be approved by the Fire Department prior to installation.
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Project Comments
December 12, 2007
� City Engineer
(650) 558-7230
� Chief Building Official
(650) 558-7260
� City Arborist
(650) 558-7254
� Recycling Specialist
(650) 558-7271
� Fire Marshal
(650) 558-7600
✓ NPDES Coordinator
(650) 342-3727
� City Attorney
Planning Staff
Subject: Request for Design Review and Special Permit for declining height
envelope for New single family dwelling at 1412 Vancouver Avenue,
zoned R-1, APN: 026-054-130
Staff Review: December 17, 2007
1) Any construction project in the City, regardless of size, shall comply with the City
NPDES permit requirement to prevent stormwater pollution including but not
limited to ensuring that all contractors implement construction Best Management
Practices (BMPs) and erosion and sediment control measures during ALL phases
of the construction project (including demolition). Include appropriate stormwater
BMPs as Project Notes. These BMPs include but are not limited to the following:
• Store, handle, and dispose of construction materials and wastes properly
to prevent contact and contamination of stormwater;
• Control and prevent the discharge of all potential pollutants, including
pavement cutting wastes, paints, concrete, petroleum products, chemicals,
wash water or sediments, and non-stormwater discharges to storm drains
and watercourses;
• Use sediment controls or filtration to remove sediment when dewatering
site and obtain all necessary permits;
• Avoid cleaning, fueling, or maintaining vehicles on-site except in a
designated area where wash water is contained and treated;
• Protect adjacent properties and undisturbed areas from construction
impacts using vegetative buffer strips, sediment barriers or filters, dikes,
mulching, or other measures as appropriate;
• Perform clearing and earth moving activities only during dry weather;
• Limit and time application of pesticides and fertilizers to prevent polluted
runoff;
• Limit construction access routes and stabilize designated access points;
• Avoid tracking dirt or other materials off-site; clean off-site paved areas
and sidewalks using dry sweeping method;
• The Contractor shall train and provide instruction to all employees and
subcontractors regarding the construction BMPs.
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Request for Design Review and Special Permit for declining height envelope for New
single family dwelling at 1412 Vancouver Avenue, zoned R-1, APN: 026-054-130
2) The public right of way/easement shall not be used as a construction staging
and/or storage area and shall be free of construction debris at all times.
3) Implement Erosion and Sedimentation Controls:
a. Install and maintain all temporary erosion and sediment controls
continuously until permanent erosion control have been established;
b. Address method(s) for diverting on-site runoff around exposed areas and
diverting off-site runoff arount the site;
c. Address methods for preventing erosion and trapping sediment on-site.
4) Provide notes, specifications, or attachments describing the following:
a. Construction, operation and maintenance of erosion and sediment control
measures, including inspection frequency;
b. Methods and schedule for grading, excavation, filling, clearing of
vegetation, and storage and disposal of excavated or cleared material.
Brochures and literatures on stormwater pollution prevention and BMPs are available for
your review at the Community Development and Engineering departments. Distribute to
all project proponents.
For additional assistance, contact Eva J. at 650/342-3727.
Reviewed by: '' �_' Date: 12/17/07
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RESOLUTION APPROVING CATEGORICAL EXEMPTION AND
ONE YEAR EXTENSION
RESOLVED, by the Planning Commission of the City of Burlingame that:
WHEREAS, a categorical exemptio� has been proposed and application has been made for
one vear extension of an approved Design Review Prolect and Special Permit for a new two-
story sinqle familv dwellinq and new detached garage at 1412 Vancouver Avenue, zoned R-1,
Yanq Min Yang, property owner, APN: 026-054-130;
WHEREAS, said matters were heard by the Planning Commission of the City of Burlingame on
April 27, 2009, at which time it reviewed and considered the staff report and all other written
materials and testimony presented at said hearing;
NOW, THEREFORE, it is RESOLVED and DETERMINED by this Plan�ing Commission that:
On the basis of the Initial Study and the documents submitted and reviewed, and
comments received and addressed by this commission, it is hereby found that there is
no substantial evidence that the project set forth above will have a significant effect on
the environment, and categorical exemption, per CEQA Article 19, Section: 15303, Class
3—(a) construction of a limited number of new, small facilities or structures, including
one single-family residence, or a second dwelling unit in a residential zone, is exempt
from environmental review. In urbanized areas, this exemption may be applied to the
construction or conversion of up to three (3) single-family residences as part of a project,
is hereby approved.
2. Said Design Review and Special Permit are approved subject to the conditions set forth
in Exhibit "A" attached hereto. Findings for such Design Review and Special Permit are
set forth in the staff report, minutes, and recording of said meeting.
3. It is further directed that a certified copy of this resolution be recorded in the official
records of the County of San Mateo.
Chairman
I, , Secretary of the Planning Commission of the City of Burlingame, do hereby
certify that the foregoing resolution was introduced and adopted at a regular meeting of the
Planning Commission held on the 27`h dav of April, 2009 by the following vote:
Secretary
EXHIBIT "A"
Conditions of approval for
Special Permit.
1412 VancouverAvenue
Effective May 8, 2009
a one-year extension of an approved Design Review Project and
that the project shall be built as shown on the plans submitted to the Planning Division
date stamped April 3, 2009, sheets A.1 through A.7 and Landscape Plan;
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 basement, 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 December 14, 2007 memo, the City
Engineer's December 14, 2007 memo, the Fire Marshal's December 17, 2007 memo,
and the NPDES Coordinator's December 17, 2007 memo 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 Codes, 2007 Edition, as amended by the City of Burlingame;
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Conditions of approval for a
Special Permit.
1412 VancouverAvenue
Effective May 8, 2009
one-year extension of an approved Design Review Project and
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.
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The City of Burlingame Pianning Commission annaunces the
following pu6lic hearing on MONDAY, APRIL 27, 2009 at
7:00 P.M. in the City Hall [ouncil Cham6ers, 501 Primrose
Road, Burlingame, CA:
Request for one year extension of an oppraved opplication for
Design Review and Special Permit for Declining Height
Er�velape for a new, two-story single femily d�:�e!!ing and
detached gorage at 1412 VANCOUVER AVENUE zoned R-l.
APN 026-054-130
Mniled: April 17, 2009
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A copy of the application and plans for this project may be reviewed prior to
the meeting at the Community Development Department at 501 Primrose
Road, Burlingame, California.
If you challenge the subject application(s) in court, you may be limited to
raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing,
described in the notice or in written correspondence delivered to the city at or
prior to the public hearing.
Property owners who receive this notice are responsible for informing their
tenants about this notice.
For additional information, please call (650) 558-7250. Thank you.
William Meeker
Community Development Director
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