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This report presents opinions formed as a result of our o6servation of activifies relating to special inspedions. It is the contractor's responsibility to comply
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supervision or diredion of the ac[ual work of the coMractor, his employees or agen[s. Our firm will not be responsible for job orsite safety on this project.
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City of Burlingame ITEM # s
Special Permit for Office Area < 20%, and Parking Variance Amendment for
Total Number of Stalls and Number of Compact Stalls
Address: 1525 Adrian Road Meeting Date: 2/26/96
Request: Special Permit for 29 % Office, and Parking Variance Amendment for Total Number
of Stalls and Compact Number of Stalls at 1525 Adrian Road, zoned M-1 (C.S. 25.44.030 22
and 25.70.030 i and k).
Applicant: Greg Caplan, Speedmark Transportation, Inc., and N.N. Gabbay, architect
APN: 025-273-010
Property Owner: Anthony and Annie Tsou
Lot Dimensions and Area: 0.97 Acres
General Plan: Industrial and Office Uses Zoning: M-1
Adjacent Development: Warehouses and auto repair
CEQA Status: Article 19. Categorically Exempt per Section: 15301 - Existing Facilities, Class
1(a), Interior or exterior alterations involving such things as interior partitions, plumbing, and
electrical conveyances: and 15311 - Accessory Structures Class 11 (b) consists of construction,
or placement of minor structures accessory to existing commercial, industrial, or institutional
facilities, including but not limited to; (b) Small parking lots.
Previous Use: Medical supply company
Approved Use: Freight forwarding company of electronic and
computer equipment - Speedmark Transportation
(Special permit approved on November 28, 1994)
Allowable Use: Trucking and motor freight terminals with a special permit
Summary: A trucking/freight forwarding company (22,100 SF) is proposing to convert 2,000
SF of warehouse into office area at 1525 Adrian Road. This will increase the total amount of
office area by 9% to 29% (6,400 SF). In this zoning district a special permit is required for
ofiice area over 20%. Because of the intensification of the office use on the site a parking
variance amendment is required for total number of stalls and for compact number of stalls.
History: This freight forwarding business (with 20 % office) was granted a special permit, for
the use and a parking variance for four stalls, from the Planning Commission on November 28,
1994 (December 6, 1995 letter from M. Monroe to Larry Weinstein and November 28, 1994
P.C. Minutes). In February, 1995 the Planning Commission reviewed a parking variance
amendment for this same address and use. The applicant requested a parking variance for one
additional stall (total5) to save a tree at the entrance to the parking lot. To preserve this tree,
SPECIAL PERMIT AND PARKING VARIANCE AMENDMENT 1525 Adriun Road
one compact parking stall was lost. With the approval of the parking variance amendment the
total number of parking stalls on site was reduced from 29 to 28 (February 7, 1995 letter from
M. Monroe to L. Weinstein and February 13, 1995 P.C. Minutes).
Special Permit for 29% Office: The applicant, Speedmark, Inc. is now requesting to convert
an additiona12,000 SF of warehouse area into office area. The office area on site will increase
from 4,400 SF to 6,400 SF (29%) while the warehouse azea will decrease to 15,700 SF (71%).
The previous special permit and parking variance application both had 4,400 SF (20%) of office,
within the allowed 20 % maximum. There has been an increase of three employees from the
7anuary, 1995 application (11 employees to 14 employees). Speedmark projects that they will
have 17 employees in five years and that this is the maximum number that will ever be required
for their business. The maacimum number of employees and visitors projected to be on site at
any one time is 18.
Variance for Number of Stalls: By converting warehouse to office an increase of five parking
stalls will be required. This is the difference of 2,000 SF of office at 1 space per 300 SF minus
warehouse at 1 stall per 1,000 SF (2000/300 - 2000/1000 = 5 stalls). With the addition of 5
stalls for the new square footage to the approved 28 stalls from the February 13, 1995 parking
variance amendment, the new required parking total will be 33 stalls. The applicant is proposing
30 stalls by adding one compact and one standard stall to the approved 28 stalls for a total of
30 stalls. (They will remove the tree they previously asked to retain). The required number of
stalls is 33. Since the proposed total number of stalls (30) is three less than the required amount
(33 stalls) an additional parking variance amendment is required for three parking stalls (33 -
30 = 3). If this were a new building it would require 37 parking stalls for the total amount of
warehouse and office area. The applicant has indicated that the ma�cimum number of stalls he
will need for his business is 22. He will be providing 30, one of which is located in an
easement.
Two stalls have been added to the existing 28 sta11 pazking lot to achieve the 30 stall total. One
compact stall has been added where it was previously deleted to save a tree at the parking lot
entrance. The Parks Director notes (January 25, 1996 memo) that the landscaping removed
along David Road should be replaced with six (6), 15 gallon trees with groundcover. Another
stall has been added in the 10'-0" public utility easement to the south of the building. The City
Engineer had no comments regarding placing required landscaping, parking or paving in this
easement (January 16, 1996 memo).
Variance for Dimension, Compact: The February 13, 1995 parking variance amendment
granted a parlflng variance for a total of 28 parking stalls, 3 of which were compact (11 %). The
present request is for 30 stalls with 4 compact stalls (13 %). Three (3) compact stalls are
allowed for 30 stalls. Thus a parking variance for one compact stall is required; four (4)
compact stalls are proposed where three (3) are allowed.
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SPECIAL PERMIT AND PARKING VARIANCE AMENDMENT
Use:
Office Area:
Proposed
freight
forwarding co
11/28/94
Approval
special
permit
granted
2/13/95
Approval
freight
forwarding co.
1525 Adrian Road
Allowed/Req'd
special permit
for motor freight-
trucking
* 6,400 SF (29%) 4,400 SF (20%) 4,400 SF (20%) 4,400 SF (20%)
Total Parking: * 30
Compact Parking: * 4 (13 %)
29
4 (14%)
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3 (11%)
33
4 (12%)
* Special permit for 29 % office area and parking variance amendment for total number of stalls
and reduced number of compact stalls.
This project meets all other zoning code requirements.
Staff Comments: City staff have reviewed this application. The City Engineer, Fire Marshal,
and the Chief Building Inspector (January 16, 1996 memos) had no comments. The Parks
Director indicates (January 25, 1996 memo) that the removal of the last tree along David Road
would leave no landscaping on that side of the property. He recommends that six (6), 15 gallon
trees and groundcover with irrigation be planted to meet cunent landscape requirements for a
building of this size. Planning staff would note that as presently configured with office and
warehouse this building would require 37 parking stalls 3 of which could be compact. The
applicant is proposing to provide 30 on-site spaces (one in an easement) 4 of which will be
compact. If the previous parking variances had not been granted the variance request for this
project would be for 7 parking spaces and one compact stall. Because a total of 4 spaces have
been granted with previous variances. The applicant notes he is asking for a 3 space pazking
variance and one compact stall.
Study Questions:
At the Planning Commission study meeting on February 12, 1996, the Commissioners asked
several questions for clarification about the project. What is unusual about the property besides
its shape which would justify a variance? The applicant notes because of their need for first
class office space, in their recent search in Burlingame they found no other suitable site. Their
business requires an ofiice area directly adjacent to the warehouse azea so the staffs of the two
areas can interact d'uectly. They are willing if they ever relocate the business or sell the
property to remove all finished office space over the code allowed 20 percent.
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SPECIAL PERMIT AND PAR%ING V.ARIANCE AMENDMENT 1525 Adrian Road
Presently the site does not meet ADA accessibility requirements. However, if this project is
approved the plans submitted to the Building Department will meet ADA accessibility
requirements.
The applicant prepared a pazldng occupancy study for Wednesday February 14 through Friday
February 16. Data was collecterl three times each day: 9:30 a.m., 1:00 p.m. and 4:30 p.m.
This study showed peak occupancy Wednesday and Friday at 9:30 a. m when there were 14 cars
on site (28 on site parking spaces provided). The lowest number of parking spaces occupied
were 10 on Thursday at 1:00 p. m.
In response to comments about the lack of maintenance of the landscape strip along the David
Road frontage, the applicant notes that there is an irrigation system in place. It can be easily
reconnected. He notes that they are willing to meet the Park Director's planting requirements
and will upgrade and maintain the landscaping on the David Road frontage to the same standard
as on the Adrian frontage. They will develop an irrigation plan and submit it to the Parks
Director for comment if required.
The applicant's architect undertook a study to determined how the pazking could be laid out to
retain the tree on the David Road frontage. The new layout would provide 33 on site parking
spaces (the number required is 33). However 66 percent (20% allowed) or 21 of the 33 would
be compact. There preference would be for this new parking layout, because they would like
to retain the tree and provide the required 33 parking spaces on site.
The present conference room (shown as a conference room on the original and iirst amendment
floor plans) is presently being used for office area. When the new office area is added they will
return this area to a conference room use.
The applicant also noted that the Commissioners wondered why the number of employees
changed from the first two requested to this one. They note that they had not included the
warehouse personnel in their previous application. They do not see their staff of clerks
increasing, but they do expect an increase of one in the sales staff and two warehousemen.
Since they note that they presently have 14 employees on site, they would expect a maximum
of 17 employees on site.
In addition in their letter of February 14,1996, Greg Caplan, Coordinator from Speedmark
Transportation Inc., notes that the company would agree to remove any ofiice square footage
over 20 percent of the gross floor area of the structure; and it would be acceptable to them to
make this removal a requirement of approval of the parking variance.
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SPECIAL PERMIT AND PAR%ING VARIANCE AMENDMENT 1525 Adrian Road
Required �ndings for a Special Permit:
In order to grant a Special Permit the Planning Commission must find that the following
conditions exist on the property (Code Section 25.52.020 a-c):
(a) the proposed use, at the proposed location, will not be detrimental or injurious to
property or improvements in the vicinity, and will not be detrimental to the public
health, safety, general welfare, or convenience;
(b) the proposed use will be located and conducted in a manner in accord with the
Burlingame general plan and the purposes of this title; and
(c) the Planning Commission may impose such reasonable conditions or restrictions as
it deems necessary to secure the purposes of this title and to assure operation of the
use in a manner compatible with the aesthetics, mass, bulk and character of existing
and potential uses on adjoining properties in the general vicinity.
Findings for a Variance: In order to grant a variance the Planning Commission must find that
the following conditions exist on the property (Code Section 25.54.020 a-d):
(a) there are exceptional or extraordinary circumstances or conditions applicable to the
property involved that do not apply generally to property in the same district;
(b) the granting of the application is necessary for the preservation and enjoyment of a
substantial property right of the applicant, and to prevent unreasonable property loss
or unnecessary hardship;
(c) the granting of the application will not be detrimental or injurious to property or
improvements in the vicinity and will not be detrimental to the public health, safety,
general welfare or convenience; and
(d) that the use of the property will be compatible with the aesthetics, mass, bulk and
character of existing and potential uses of properties in the general vicinity.
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SPECIAL PERMIT AND PARRING VARIANCE AMENDMENT I525 Adrian Road
Planning Commission Action: The Planning Commission should hold a public hearing.
Affirmative action should be taken by resolution and should include findings. The reasons for
any action should be clearly stated. At the public hearing the following conditions should be
considered:
Conditions:
1. that the project shall be built as shown on the plans submitterl to the Planning
Department and date stamped 7anuary 11, 1996 Sheet A.1, Site Plan with a total of
30 parking stalls (24 standard stalls, 4 compact stalls and 2 disabled accessible stalls)
and Sheet A.2, Ground Floor Plan with a maximum of 6,400 SF of office area
(29%);
2. that the conditions of the Parks Directors' January 25, 1996 memo and the Chief
Building Inspectors' February 14, 1996 memo shall be met;
3. that the business shall be open 8:00 a. m. to 5:00 p. m. Monday through Friday with
a maximum of seventeen (1'� employees including the proprietor on site at any one
time, if the number of employees on site at any one time should exceed 17 or the
property should be sold or leased to another tenant then the parking variance shall
become void;
4. that the city shall be notified within 30 days of a change in occupancy (number of
people on site exceed 1'�, property sale, or lease of premise to a new tenant so that
the status of the parking variance can be reviewed, the removal of all office space
exceeding twenty (20) percent has been accomplished, and to verify that the on site
parking meets the requirements of the uses within the building; and
5. that the use and any improvements to the building or site for the use shall meet all
the requirements of the Uniform Building and Uniform Fire Codes as amended by
the City of Burlingame.
Jane Gomery
Planner
c: Speedmark Transportation, Inc. Greg Caplan, coordinator, applicant
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DURlJN4AMi CITY OF BURLINGAME
��� APPLICATION TO T�� PLANNING COMMISSION
Type of Application:�_Special Permit�Variance_Other
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Project Address: 1525 ADRIAN ROAD
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Assessor's Parcel Number(s): 0 2 5- 2 7 3- O 10 J A N 11 1996
CiT`r OF 6URLI�,IGr�M�
APPLICANT PROPERTY O WNER P LA N iv 1 N;:, �� ��' i,
Name: SPEEDMARK TRANSPORTATION, INC.N�e: MR. & MRS. ANTHONY/ANNIE TSOU
Address: 1525 ADRII�N ROAD Address: 1549 DE ANZA BLVD.
City/State/Zip:
Phone (w):
BURLINGAME, CA 94010
Clty/State/Zip; SAIV MATEO , CA 9 4 4 0 3
(415) 652-0288
Phone (w):
rn�: (415) 345-0188
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fax:
(415) 652-0288
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f3x: ( 415 ) 652-0290
ARCHITECT/DESIGNER
Name: N.N. GABBAY
Address: 19 SOUTH B STREET #7
Please indicate with an asterisk * the
contact person for this application.
City/State/Zip: SAN MATEo , CA 9 4 4 01- 3 9 0 7 *
GREG CAPLAN
Phone (w): (415) 579-4611 COORDINATOR
-------------- SPEEDMARK TRANSPORTATION, INC.
rn�' 1525 ADRIAN ROAD
f�: (415) 579-4617 BURLINGAME, CA 94010
TEL# (415) 652-0288
PROJECT DES CRIPTION: FAX #( 415 ) 6 5 2- 0 2 9 0
CONVERT WAREHOUSE SPACE INTO OFFICE SPACE. RESULT WILL YIELD TOTAL
OFFICE SPACE b10RE THAN 20o OF ENTIRE BUILDING SQUARE FOOTAGE.
AFFIDAVIT/SIGNATiJRE: I hereby certify under penalty of perjury that the information given
herein is true and conect to the best of my knowledge and belief.
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Applicant s ignatu e Date
I know about the proposed application and hereby authorize the above applicant to submit this
application to the Planning Commission.
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Property Owner's Si ature Date
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Date Filed:
Fee:
Planning Commission: Study Date: Action Date:
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�' '� PLANNIl�TG COMMISSION APPLICATION SUPPLEMENTAL FORM
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1. Proposed use of the site. ( CURRENT USE ) FREIGHT FORWARDING COMPANY
2. Days and hours of operation. M�ND�Y THROUGH FR I DAY (�: 0 0 t� . M. TO 5: 0 0 P. M.)
3. Number of trucks/service vehicles to be parked at site (by type). NotvE
ALL TRUCKS ARE HERE ONLY FOR LIVE LOFIDING/UNLOADING AT OUR
FOUR DOCK DOORS.
4. Current and projected maximum number of employees (including owner) at this location:
Existing In 2 Years In 5 Years
Hours of AM- After AM- After AM- After
Operation PM 5:00 PM PM 5:00 PM PM 5:00 PM
Weekdays 14 0 15 0 17 0
Full-time
Part-time � 0 G 0 0 0
Weekends 0 0 C 0 0 0
Full-time
Part-time � 0 0 0 0 0
5. Cunent and projected maa�imum number of visitors/customers who may come to the site:
Existing In 2 Years In 5 Years
Hours of AM- After AM- After AM- After
Operation PM 5:00 PM PM 5:00 PM PM 5:00 PM
Weekdays � o �% 0 8 0
Weekends 0 0 0 0 0 0
6. What is the ma�cimum number of people expected on site at any one time (include owner,
employees and visitors/customers):
18
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Where do/will the owner & employees park? IrJ oUR Two ov-�zZ�E Lo�s.
Where do/will customers/visitors park? IN ouR Two ora-szTE Lol
Present or most recent use of site. PRESENT USE: FREIGHT FORWt'�RDING COMPANY
List of other tenants on property, their number of employees, hours of operation (attach
list if necessary).
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The Planning Commission is required by law to make findings as defined by the City's ordinance
(Code Section 25.54.020 a-d1. Your answers to the following questions will assist the Planning
Commission in making the decision as to whether the findings can be made for your request.
Please type or write neatly in ink. Refer to the back of this form for assistance with these
questions.
a. Describe the exceptiona/ or extraordinary circumstances o� conditions app/icab/e to your
property which do not app/y to other properties in this area.
DUE TO THE EXI,STING ��NGULAR CONFIGURATION OF THE PROPERTY bVHICH CFiUSES THE
MAII4 PARKING AREI� i0 Nt�:RROW D04dN 11T ONE END TO 55' , WE Ct�NI101 OBTAIN MORE
THAIJ 30 PnRKING SPACES.
b. Exp/ain why the variance request is necessary for the preseivation and enjoyment of a
substantia/ property right and what unreasonab/e property /oss or unnecessary hardship
might resu/t from the denial of the app/ication.
D7E FACE THE H�';RllSfIiP OF i>LiPdG WiTHOUi EIQOUGH OFFiCE SP7�CE DUE TO LIi�IIT�iIOPdS
BA;:iED OPd OUR i�V[-�IL[-�BLE PHRKING SPt'1C�S. nVAILABLE ON—SITE PARKiNU iS MORE
iHAC7 ENOUGH TO D1EET CURRENT ��ND PP.OJECTED Oti�NER/EMPLOYE�/VISITOR lOiALS.
MORE SPACES ARE REQUIRED NOT FOR ACiUAL USE, 3Ui OIQLY ^10 S�iISFY iHE C�TY'S
REGULr,T � OIdS .
c. Exp/ain why the proposed use at the proposed /ocation wi// not be det�imenta/ oi injurious
to property or improvements in the vicinity or to pub/ic hea/th, safety, genera/ we/fare, or
con venience.
1H� PROPOSED OFFICE EXPAPISIOIQ WOULD NOT HAVE ANY EFFECT 4dHATSOEVER ON
PRCPERTY IN THE V�CIIIITY OR ON THE GENERAL PUBLICo BECi�USE THE USE OF iHE
LOCATION WILL NOT CHF;NGE FROh1 THE CURRENT USE.
d. How wi// the proposed project be compatib/e with the aesthetics, mass, bu/k and character
of the existing and potentia/ uses on adjoining pioperties in the genera/ vicinityl
THE PRUPOSED PROJECT IS ENTiRELYL�I�THIP1 THE �II�LD�_PdG STP.UC'lURE. NO CHALJGES
ti��LL BE V i S_BLE TO CUTSIDE P�:R�IES. THE?E F]Ii�L i70i' Br, t�i�Y FXiRii TRi�FF�C
G�i1ERt,TED BY THE COMPLETED PRO�ECT lND id0 OId—Si'r:E�T PfiP.KING 6�ILL BE USED BY
EMPLOYEES. IPd OTHER L10RDS, LOCL�L T�AFF�C/P�>RK�tdG S�iU��il0i1 6d�Li� NGT BE
�FF�CiED BY THIS PP.O�iECi .
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a. Describe the exceptiona/ or exbaordinary circumstances or conditions app/icab/e to your
property which do not app/y to other properties in this area.
Do any conditions exist on the site which make other the alternatives to the variance impracticable or
impossibie and are also not common to other properties in the areat For example, is there a creek cuttinfl
through the property, an exceptional tree specimen, steep terrain, odd lot shape or unusual placement of
existing structures7 How is this property different from others in the neighborhood7
b. Exp/ain why the variance request is necessary for the preservation and enjoyment of a
substanfia/ property iight and what unreasonab/e property /oss or unnecessary hardship
might resu/t from the denia/ of the app/ication. �
Would you be unable to build a project similar to others in the area or neighborhood without the exception?
(i.e., having as much on-site parking or bedrooms?) Would you be unable to develop the site for the uses
allowed without the exceptionl Do the requirements of the law place an unreasonable limitation or hardship
on the development of the property?
c. Exp/ain why the proposed use at the proposed /ocation wi// not be detrimenta/ or injurious
to property or improvemenis in the vicinity or to pub/ic hea/th, safety, genera/ we/fare, or
convenience.
How will the proposed structure or use within the structure affect neighboring properties or structures on those
propertiesl If neighboring properties will not be affected, state why. Think about traffic, noise, lighting,
paving, landscaping sunlight/shade, views from neighboring properties, ease of maintenance. Why will the
structure or use within the structure not affect the public's health, safety or general welfarel
Public health includes such things as sanitation (garbage), air quality, discharges into sewer and stormwater
systems, water supply safety, and things which have the potential to affect public health li.e., underground
storage tanks, storage of chemicals, situations which encourage the spread of rodents, insects or
communicable diseasesl.
Public safetv. How will the structure or use within the structure affect police or fire protection? Will alarm
systems or sprinklers be installedl Could the structure or use within the structure create a nuisance or need
for police services (i.e., noise, unruly gatherings, loitering, traffic) or fire services (i.e., storage or use
flammable or hazardous materials, or potentially dangerous activities like welding, woodwork, engine removal►.
General welfare is a catch-all phrase meaning community good. Is the proposal consistent with the city's
policy and goals for conservation and development? Is there a social benefitl
Convenience. How would the proposed structure or use affect public convenience (such as access to or
parking for this site or adjacent sitesl? Is the proposal accessible to particular segments of the public such as
the elderly or handicappedl
d. How wi// the proposed project be compatible with the aesthetics, mass, bu/k and character
of the existing and potentia/ uses on adjoining properties in the genera/ vicinityT
How does the proposed structure or use compare aesthetically with existing neighborhoodl If it does not
affect aesthetics, state why. If changes to the structure are proposed, was the addition designed to match
existing architecture or pattern of development on adjacent properties in the neighborhood? If use will affect
the way a neighborhood/area looks, compare your proposal to other uses in the area and explain why it "fits".
How does the proposed structure compare to neighboring structures in terms of mass o� bulk7 If there is no
change to structure, say so. If a new structure is proposed, compare its size, appearance, orientation etc. with
other structures in the neighborhood or area.
How will the structure or use within the structure change the character of the neighborhood7 Think of
character as the image or tone established by size, density of development and general pattern of land use.
Will there be more traffic or less parking available resulting from this use7 If you don't teel the character of
the neighborhood will change, state why.
How will the proposed project be compatible with existing and potential uses in the general vicinity7 Compare
your project with existing uses. State why you feel your project is consistent with other uses in the vicinity,
and/or state why your project would be consistent with potential uses in the vicinity. ,zrez,,...r,�„
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The Planning Commission is required by law to make findings as defined by the City's ordinance
(Code Section 25.52.020). Your answers to the following questions will assist the Planning
Commission in making the decision as to whether the findings can be made for your request.
Please type or write neatly in ink. Refer to the back of this form for assistance with these
questions.
1. Exp/ain why the proposed use at the proposed /ocation wi// not be detrimenta/ or. injurious
to property or improvements in the vicinity or to public hea/th, safety, genera/ we/fare, or
convenience.
THE PROPOSED OFFICE �XPANSION WOULD NOT H�1VE ANYEFFECT G7H�TSOEVER ON
PROPERiY ITd tHE VICINITY OR ON THE GENERAL PUBLIC, B�CAUS� THE USE OF THE
LOCfiTIOPd 47iLL NOT CHANGE FROM THE CURREIdT USE.
2. How wi// the proposed use be /ocated and conducted in accordance with the Bur/ingame
Genera/ P/an and Zoning Ordinance7
THE USE OF THE PROPERTY WILL NOT CHANGE. ti9� ARE STILL A FREIGHT FORtiJARDING
OP�P.t�T.iON VJHICH IS CONSISTEIQT WITH THE ZONIPdG OF THE NEIGHBORHOOD AND FOR
WH�CH USE A SPECIAL PERMIT HAS �'1LREADY BEEN ISS'IEU.
3. How wi// the proposed pioject be compatib/e wiih the aesthetics, mass, bu/k and character
of the existing and potentia/ uses on adjoining properties in the genera/ vicinifyT
7'HE P.-.ZCFG��ED PROJECI IS E::Q��'IRELY WITHIN THE BUILDING `.�TRUCiURE. i1U CHANG�S
WILL BE VISIBLE TO OUTSIDE PARTIES. THERE FdILL NOT BE ANY EXTRA TRAFFIC
GEPIERATED BY THE COMPLETED PROJECT AND NO ON—STR�ET PARKING WILL BE USED
BY EMPLOYEES. IN 01HER WORDS, LOCAL TRAFFIC/PT-�RKING SITUr'�TION WII�L NOT
BE EFFECTED BY THtS PROJECT.
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1. Exp/ain why the p�oposed use at the proposed /ocation wi// not bQ detrimenta/ or Injurious to
property or improvements in the vicinity or to pub/ic hea/th, safety, genera/ we/fare, or
convenience:
How will the proposed structure or use within the structure affect neighborinp properties or structures on those
propertiest If neighboring properties will not be affected, state why. Think about traffic, noise, lighting, paving,
landscaping sunlight/shade, views from neighboring properties, ease of maintenance.
Why will the structure or use within the structure not affect the public's health, safety or peneral welfare7
Public health includes such things as sanitation (garba�el, air quality, discharges into sewer and stormwater systems,
water supply safety, and thines which have the potential to affect public health (i.e., underground storage tanks,
storape of chemicals, situations which encourage the spread of rodents, insects or communicable diseasesl.
Public safetv. How will the structure or use within the structure affect police or fire protectionl Will alarm systems
or sprinklers be installed7 Could the structure or use within the structure create a nuisance or need for police services
(i.e., noise, unruly gatherings, loitering, traffic) or fire services (i.e., storage or use flammable or hazardous materials,
or potentially dangerous activities like welding, woodwork, engine removal).
S'ienera/ welfare is a catch-all phrase meaning community good. Is the proposal consistent with the city's policy and
goals for conservation and developmentl Is there a social benefit7
�onvenience. How would the proposed structure or use affect public convenience (such as access to or parking for
this site or adjacent sites)7 Is the proposal accessible to particular segments of the public such as the elderly or
handicappedl
2. How wi// the proposed use be /ocated and conducted in accordance with the Bur/ingame Genera/
P/an and Zoning Ordinance7
Ask the Planning Department for the general plan designation and zoning district for the proposed project site. Also
ask for an explanation of each. Once you have this information, you can compare your proposal with the stated
designated use and zoning, then explain why this proposal would "fiY accordingly.
3. How wi// the proposed project be compatib/e with the aesthetics, mass, bu/k and character of the
existing neighborhood and potentia/ uses on adjoining properties in the genera/ vicinityT
How does the proposed structure or use compare aesthetically with existinp neighborhoodl If it does not affect
aesthetics, state why. If chanpes to the structure are proposed, was tha addition desiened to match existing
architecture, pattern of development on adjacent properties in the neighborhoodl If a use will affect the way a
neighborhood or area looks, such as a long term airport parking lot, compare your proposal to other uses in the area
and explain why it "fits".
How does the proposed structure compare to neighboring structures in terms of mass or bulk7 If there is no change
to structure, say so. If a new structure is proposed, compare its size, appearance, orientation etc. with other
structures in the neighborhood or area.
How will the structure or use within the structure change the character of the neighborhoodl Think of character as
the image or tone established by size, density of development and general pattern of land use. Will there be more
traffic or less parking available resulting from this usel If you don't feel the character of the neighborhood will change,
state why.
How will the proposed project be compatible with existinfl and potential uses in the peneral vicinity? Compare yoa�r
project with existinp uses. State why you feel your project is consistent with other uses in the vicinity, and/or state
why your project would be consistent with potential uses in the vicinity.
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1525 ADRIAN ROAD
SPEEDMARK TRANSPORTATION INC. BURLINGAME.CA94010
TEL:(4�5)259-9�81
FAX: (415) 259-9187
January 11, 1996
City Of Burlingame
Planning Commission
Dear Commissioners,
This letter is submitted by Speedmark Transportation, Inc. and the owners
of our building at 1525 Adrian Road, Mr. and Mrs. Anthony and Annie Tsou.
It is intended to describe the reasons why we are requesting a special
permit and variance for the above mentioned location.
Speedmark Transportation is an international freight forwarder and Non-
Vessel Operating Common Carrier (NVOCC). Essentially we act as an
agent for air and ocean carriers, tendering freight to them in large
quantities as gathered from any number of inedium and small size
shippers.
We began searching for our own building over two years ago. Quickly, we
realized the scarcity of available buildings in Burlingame and surrounding
locales. The few other buildings available could not compare to 1525
Adrian in the areas of location, quality of standing office space, and on-
site parking. Mostly, it was the possibility of molding this building into our
vision for an ideal office that attracted us. When we saw it, our search was
over.
1525 Adrian building was purchased for Speedmark on November 30,
1994 and we began operating our business here on March 20, 1995. In this
building we house our U.S. Headquarters (UAC), which is responsible for
administration, policy, and accounting functions. Also housed here is our
San Francisco Bay Area operation (SFO), which is responsible for daily
operation of freight movement, customer support, and account
generation.
As our office space is currently configured, both UAC and SFO employees,
who have completely different job functions, sit side-by-side in an area
intended solely for the use of UAC. Also, some UAC members work in a
space intended to be the conference room for SFO. Optimal
arrangement is not possible in the current office layout. In other words, as
currently configured, our office is not ideal. However, it would be more
than suitable with our desired modifications.
�525 ADRIAN ROAD
SPEEDMARK TRANSPORTATION INC. B�R��N�AME.�A94o,a
TEL: (415) 2539187
FAX: (415) 259-9�87
This situation creates hardships for us in the following ways:
1) Most importantly, our current configuration does not p�ovide our
ope�ations staff with direct access to the warehouse. Our SFO staff is
now working in the front of the building. The work of the SFO staff starts
with the freight in the warehouse. Naturally, the closer our staff is to the
freight, the faster and more efficiently they can complete their work.
2) Furthermore, the SFO staff must answer the dock doorbell when drivers
arrive. As our warehouse doors are in the middle of the building on the
side, people now must walk half of the length of the building to greet
the drivers. Sometimes the drivers are impatient, so by the time the staff
person gets to the dock door, the drivers have waiked around to the
front of the building looking for anybody to help. At this point they are
sent back to the dock by the receptionist, who has seen the staff head
in that direction a moment ago. When we first moved, this all seemed a
bit comical, as you may well imagine, but it became old and
cumbersome very quickly.
In fact, many shippers have received complaints from the drivers about
our slow service. As we are a service company, with no tangible
product to show how good we are, our reputation is our most valuable
commodity. Unkind words from the drivers always make their way back
to the people who choose forwarding services. We do not need this
kind of word-of-mouth advertising! lt onlyserves to jeopa�dize our
business.
3) The SFO operation can be a fast-paced and loud environment, making
it difficult for the UAC peopie to concentrate on their work in a more
quiet and reserved atmosphere too which they are entitled.
4) UAC typically discusses va�ious topics such as employee salaries,
company,nrofits, business relationships, and business plans, that are not
the business ofSFO employees. UAC members feel they cannot talk
amongst themselves for fear of being overheard and inadvertently
revealing confidential information. Such an atmosphere is not
conducive to productive and efficient work.
5) There are occasions when both groups of employees need to use a
conference room. As the SFO conference room is occupied by UAC
people/desks, one of the two groups is forced to use the lunch room
table for their meeting. This was not our intention when the building was
purchased.
1525 ADRIAN ROAD
SPEEDMARK TRANSPORTATION INC. g�R��N�AME,�A94o,o
TEL:(4�5)259-9�81
FAX: (415) 259-9'187
6) lmage is an importani part of our business (�ust one of the reasons we
purchased thisstandalone facilit}�. When overseas quests, customers,
U.S. agents, and others are brought to our offices for a tour, we would
like them to see our administration (UAC) situated together in one area,
thereby presenting a picture of cohesiveness and uniformity. Also, the
image of a larger administration, thereby a stronger company, would
be presented. Similarly, our operations staff located in their own area
would present a picture of a large and successful business.
Should we be allowed to build the additional office space as requested in
our plans, the above situations would be remedied. Most notably, the SFO
staff would be located steps away from the dock doors, enabling truckers
to be met much more quickly than at the present time.
Our business is good and will continue of grow. Of interest to you, we
believe, is that future growth does not mean future employee levels
higher than now on-site. In other words, future growth will not be people
intensive. Like many businesses, freight forwarding has been truly
revolutionized by the advent and progress of computers. Traditionally, a
highly paper intensive business requiring many clerks to handle the
document flow, freight forwarding is now dominated by computers and
exchange of data electronica�ly. Work done previously by three clerks
can now be handled by one and those same three clerks can do vastly
more than their old volume. In fact, the entire industry, including airlines,
ocean carriers, U.S. Customs, air and ocean ports, etc. are moving
towards the "paperless environment". No hiring is foreseen for the next
several years (excepting replacement should anyone leave). All
optimistically projected growth can be handled by current staffing levels.
As evidenced by our Commercial Application, we have Fourteen (14)
people employed here, including the owner. We have Twenty-Eight (28)
parking spaces on-site. Our location at the intersection of Adrian and
David Roads, provides free on street parking along two sides of our
building. Even without considering the on street parking, we have enough
on-site spaces for all of our employees and visitors.
We do understand that any variances or special permits allowed are
granted to the property, not the current owners. So you have no way to
be sure future owners/occupants, if any, will have the same staffing/visitor
levels that we do. You may concede that our position is tenable, but still
1525 ADRIAN ROAD
SPEEDMARK TRANSPORTATION INC. B"R��N�AME.�A94o,o
TEL: (415) 259-9�8'I
FAX: (4�5) 259-9187
worry about future ramifications. We would be willing to agree to tear
down this additional office space if/when this building is not used for its
current purpose. We would even include that stipulation in any sales
agreement. Now, we know this is not a practical solution for the City as it is
not easily enforceable, but we offer if simply to show our willingness and
desire to complete this project as directed by the City. We are willing to
accept whatever enforceable stipulation you may want to attach to this
project. We only want to show you that your fears of this finished project
bringing more traffic and on-street parking usage to the area are
unfounded.
Overail , our goal is provide first class office space to the employees
already on staff. We have spent the past (10) years in rented
warehouse/office space in one location or another. Now we want to
reward those loyal employees who have helped us grow to the point
where we could afford a facility of this type. That is the main reason we
invested here!
We sincerely appreciate your situation. You must look out for the good of
the community as a whole, and cannot say "yes" to every Special
Permit/Variance that comes your way. After all, if a project is O.K. with the
planning commission, than a Special Permit/Variance wouldn't be
required. Special allowances can't be granted to all who ask. Even so,
we believe that our circumstances are such that you will able to allow us
to build as per our plans, since our project won't interfere with our
neighbors or have a deleterious effect on the local parking situation.
To that end, we graciously invite any or all of you to tour our facility, at
any time, so you can see firsthand our working environment. We would
be pleased to see you here.
Sinc�rely,
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Gen`�ral Manager
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December 6, 1994
Larry Weinstein �
DESIGN-BUILD SOLUTIONS
200 Poinsettia Avenue
San Mateo, CA 94403
Dear Mr. Weinstein,
Since there was no appeal to or suspension by the City
Council, the November 28, 1994 Planning Commission approval
of your Special Permit and Parking Variance application
became effective December 5, 1994. This applicationcaas to
allow a special permit for freight forwarding business and
parking variance for the number of compact stalls at 1525
Adrian Road, Zoned M-1.
The November 28, 1994 minutes of the Planning Commission
state your application was approved with the following
conditions:
1. that the project shall be built as shown on the plans
submitted to the Planning Department and date stamped
November 21, 1994, Site Plan revised to show access to
the roll up door with a total of 29 parking stalls (22
standard stalls, 5 compact stalls and 2 disabled
accessible stalls);
2. that the conditions of the City Engineers' October 7,
1994 memo, the Chief Building Inspectors� October 17,
1994 memo, and the Parks Directors' October 31, 1994
memo shall be met;
3. that the business shall be open 8:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M.
Monday through Friday with a maximum of fifteen
employees including the proprietor, on site, at any
one time; and
4. that the use and any improvements to the building or
site for the use shall meet all the requirements of
the Uniform Building and Uniform Fire Codes as amended
by the City of Burlingame.
December 6, 1994
1525 Adrian Road
page -2-
All site improvements and construction work will require
separate application to the Building Department. This
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
made before the end of the first year.
Sincerely yours,
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Commission noted for the record that if the modification of the primary residence is going to further
increase the non-conformity of the structure, that was not the intention of the code change allowing
expansion of the primary unit in circumstances where this situation e�cists. The intention was to achieve a
conforming structure that is the primary residence. This application has more problems than just the
carport. Another concern is that with a new application there is a problem that goes back 55-60 years.
Because with a 6' wide driveway between buildings there is simply no way to put a caz in the back of this
property without destroying the other structure.
Motion was seconded by C. Jacobs and passed on a 7-0 roll call vote. Appeal procedures were advised.
4• PARKING AND SIDE SETBACK VARIANCFS AT 1237 BALBOA AVENUE, ZONED R-1
fFERESHTEH & KEIHAN EHSANIPOUR PROPERTY OWNERS AND APPLICANTSI
CONTINUED TO DECEMBER 12, 1994 PLANNING CONIlVIISSION MEETING
5. SPECIAL PERMIT, SIDE AND REAR SETBACK VARIANCES AT 1000 VANCOUVER
AVENUE, ZONED R-1 (JOSEPH & 7ANETE BOJUFS, PROPERTY OWNERS AND
�' APPLICANTSI
CONTINUED �p DECEMBER 12, 1994 PLANNING COMNIISSION MEETING
X�6. SPECIAL PERMIT AND PARKING VARIANCE AT 1525 ADRIAN ROAD, ZONED M-1 (GARY
HIRSCH. PROPERTY OWNER AND DESIGN-BUII.D SOLUTIONS APPLICANT)
Reference staff report, 11/28/94, with attachments. Planner Gomery discussed the request, reviewed
criteria, Planning Department comments, and study meeting questions. Four conditions were suggested for
consideration.
Chm. Galligan opened the public hearing. Larry Weinstein, Design-Build Solutions, was present to explain
his clients project. The commission's suggestions at study session were appreciated and the now proposed
reconfiguration of the paridng lot for 29 spaces is preferable and allows more turnazound space. The two
trees that aze to be removed will be replaced in the front of the building with two 30" box trees. Tfiere
were no other comments and the public hearing was closed.
Commission noted this application is in accord with the general plan. There is an abundance of on-street
parldng in this area. C. Deal then moved approval of this application, by resolution, with findings
incorporated by reference and with the following amended conditions: 1) that the project shall be built as
shown on the plans submitted to the Planning Department and date stamped November 21, 1994, Site Plan
revised to show access to the roll up door with a total of 29 parking stalls (22 standard stalls, 5 compact
stalls and 2 disabled accessible stalls); 2) that the conditions of the City Engineers' October 7, 1994 memo,
the Chief Building Inspectors' October 17, 1994 memo, and the Pazks Directors' October 31, 1994 memo
shall be met; 3) that the business shall be open 8:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. Monday through Friday with a
maximum of fifteen employees including the proprietor, on site, at any one time; and 4) that the use and
any improvements to the building or site for the use shall meet all the requirements of the Uniform Building
and Uniform Fire Codes as amended by the City of Burlingame.
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Motion was seconded by C. Kelly and passed on a 7-0 voice vote.
November 28, 1994
7. TEN�'ATIVE AND FINAL PARCEL MAPS TO RESUBDIVIDE EXISTING PARCELS INTO
TH�tEE (3) PARCELS AT 1500 TO 1650 BAYSHORE HIGHWAY, ZONED C-4 (CHRISTOPHER
ice staff report, 11/28/94, with attachments. ACE Chang discussed the request, reviewed criteria,
Works Department comments, and study meeting questions. �vo conditions were suggested for
Chm. Galligan opened the public hearing. Dan MacLeod was present to answer any questions from the
commission. There were none. There was no other public comment and the public hearing was closed.
C. 7acobs recommended approval of these Tentative and Final Parcel Maps to City Council with the
following conditions: 1) replace or repair all damaged sidewalk, driveway, and curb and gutter fronting
these sites to the City Engineer's approval; and 2) approval should be as both the Tentative and Final Parcel
Map��and staff will see that the proper Final Map is recorded.
1ldotion was seconded by C. Mink and passed on a 7-O voice vote. Appeal procetiures were advised.
PLANNER REPORTS
Review of City Council regular meeting of Novernber 21, 1994.
�JOtirRNMENT
Chairperson Galligan welcomed the new Mayor, Marti Knight.
The meeting was adjourned in Loving Memory of Bill Key at 8:40 P.M.
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Respectfully submitted,
Mike Ellis, Secretary
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PLANNING DEPARTMENT BURLINGAME. CALIFORNIA 9 4010-3 99 7 rwx (4i5) 342-B3B6
February 7, 1995
Larry Weinstein
DESIGN - BUILD SOLUTIONS
200 Poinsettia Avenue
San Mateo, CA 94403
Dear Mr. Weinstein,
Since there was no appeal to or suspension by the City Council, the
February 13, 1995 Planning Commission approval of your Parking Variance
amendment application became effective February 6, 1995. This
application was to allow a variance amendment for the total number of
stalls and compact number of stalls at 1525 Adrian Road, zoned M-1.
The February 13, 1995 minutes of the Planning Commission state your
application was approved with the following conditions:
l. that the project shall be built as shown on the plans submitted to
the Planning Department and date stamped January 10, 1995 and
November 21, 1994, Site Plan revised to show access to the roll up
door and a tree to be saved at the southwest driveway entrance, for
a total of 28 parking stalls (22 standard stalls, 4 compact stalls
and 2 disabled accessible stalls);
2. that the conditions of the City Engineers' October 7, 1994 and
January 12, 1995 memos, the Chief Building Inspectors' October 17,
1994 memo, and the Parks Directors' October 31, 1994 memo shall be
met;
3. that the business shall be open 8:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. Monday
through Friday with a maximum of fifteen employees including the
proprietor, on site, at any one time; and
4. that a planter area with proper irrigation shall be created to
support the tree and should the tree die it shall be replaced with
at least a 24” box tree;
5. that the use and any improvements to the building or site for the
use shall meet all the requirements of the Uniform Building and
Uniform Fire Codes as amended by the City of Burlingame.
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1525 Adrian Road
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Al1 site improvements and construction work will require separate
application to the Building Department. This 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 made before the end of the first year.
Sincerely yours,
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Marg ret Monroe
City Planner
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Anthony and Anne Tsou
Chief Building Inspector
Dir. of Parks
Chief Deputy Valuation,
(Lot 1 2& NWLY 40 Ft of
APN: 025=-273-010)
Assessor's Office
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C. Deal noted this project will not be detrimental to the neighborhood and is not obtrusive, the roof ridge
of the stair well would closely match the new roof ridge. He then moved approval of the this application,
by resolution, with the following conditions; 1) that the project shall be built as shown on the plans
submitted to the Planning Department and date stamped December 28, 1994, Sheets A-1, A-2, A-3 and
A-4 and amended by Building Data Sheet and South/West Elevation dated January 17, 1995; 2) that the
property owner shall receive an encroachment pernut for the fencing on the public right-of-way; and 3)
that the project shall meet all Uniform Building and Uniform Fire Code requirements as amended by the
City.
Motions was seconded by C. Kelly and approved on a 7-0 voice vote. Following the vote the
commissioners noted that they hoped the applicant would consider the safety issues and modify the design
accordingly. Appeal procedures were advised.
6. PARKING VARIANCE AMENDMENT AT 1525 ADRIAN ROAD, ZONED M-1 (GARY HIIZSCH,
PROPERTY OWNER AND LARRY WEINSTEIN DESIGN - BUILD SOLUTIONS APPLICAI�''�'�
Reference staff report,
Planning Department
suggested.
1/23/95, with attachments. CP Monroe discussed the request, reviewed criteria,
comments, and study meeting questions. If approved four conditions were
Chm. Galligan opened the public hearing. Larry Weinstein, 200 Poinsettia, San Mateo expressed a
preference that the tree remain, it is one of few on the street, it is a nice specimen in good health, they
would develop the space that was to be a parking space as a planter area with landscaping and water to
support the tree. He agreed to a condition specifying the tree be replaced if it dies. There were no other
comments and the public hearing was closed.
C. Jacobs noted this is a good project that will not be detrimental to the neighborhood, she then moved
approval of the this application, by resolution, with the following amended conditions; 1) that the project
shall be built as shown on the plans submitted to the Planning Department and date stamped January 10,
1995 and November 21, 1994, Site Plan revised to show access to the roll up door and a tree to be saved
at the southwest driveway entrance, for a total of 28 pazldng stalls (22 standard stalls, 4 compact stalls
and 2 disabled accessible stalls); 2) that the conditions of the City Engineers' October 7, 1994 and
January 12, 1995 memos, the Chief Building Inspectors' October 17, 1994 memo, and the Pazks
Directors' October 31, 1994 memo shall be met; 3) that the business shall be open 8:00 A.M, to 5:00
P.M. Monday through Friday with a maximum of fifteen employees including the proprietor, on site,
at any one time; and 4) that a planter area with proper irrigation shall be created to support the tree and
should the tree die it shall be replaced with at least a 24" box tree; 5) that the use and any improvements
to the building or site for the use shall meet all the requirements of the Uniform Building and Uniform
Fire Codes as amended by the City of Burlingame.
Motions was secondeti by C. Ellis and approved on a 7-0 voice vote. Appeal procedures were advised.
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CITY OF BURLINGAME PLANNING COMMISSION MIMITES
February 12, 1996
amount of total sales seems to be key; key issue how to deal
with a high volume of take-out from a single business. Take-
out OK but classes are not; allow high volume take-out to
replace sit down, but not allow retail with classes causing
lazger parldng turnover (gym use). The number of customers
a day and number of employees increased substantially during
the review process; how valid is an approval before the
business has experience. A real problem with on street litter
is the tables on the sidewalk and the fact that they are not
bussed by the business; take-out the same as retail, want
people to buy food and get out."
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AGENDA - The order of the agenda was approved. It was noted that Item #1, 260 El
Camino Real is continued to the March 11,1996 meeting, and Item #2, 2 Anita
Road has been continued to the February 26, 1996 meeting.
FROM THE FLOOR
There were no public comments.
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ITEMS FOR STUDY
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1. APPLICATION FOR A SPECIAL PERMIT, PARKING VARIANCE AND TAKE-OUT
PERMIT FOR A SNACK SHOP IN THE CHEVRON STATION AT 260 EL CAMIINO
REAL, ZONED C-1, SUBAREA A, (CHEVRON, USA, INC., PROP�RTY OWNER
AND NANETTE NAMES, REPRESENTING R. H. LEE 8c ASSOCIATES,
APPLICANTI. APPLICATION CONTINUED TO MARCH 11 I996 MEETING
2. APPLICATION FOR FRONT AND EXTERIOR SIDE SETBACK VARIANCES FOR
NEW CONSTRUCTION AT 2 ArIITA ROAD, ZONED R-3, (MARK AI�TD SANDRA
CURTIS, PROPERTY OWNER AND APPLICAN'1�. APPLICATION CONTINUED TO
FEBRUARY 26 1996 MEETING.
3. APFLICATION FOR A SPECIAL PERMIT FOR EXPANSION OF OFFICE AND A
PARKING VARIANCE AT 1525 ADRIAN ROAD, ZONED M-1, (ANTHONY AND
ANrTIE TSOU, PROPERTY OWNER AND GREG CAPLAN APPLICANT)
Requests: what is unusual other than the shape of the property, the applicant should respond;
are they required to meet ADA requirements, how do they; do a parldng lot occupancy count,
how many spaces are in the lot now; landscaping on David frontage needs maintenance; how
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CITY OF BURLINGAME PLANNING COMMISSION
February 12, 1996
CALL TO ORDER
A regular meeting of the Planning Commission, Ciry of Burlingame was called to order by
Chairman Jacobs on 'hiesday, February 12, 1996 at 7:30 P.M.
ROLL CALL \
Present: Commissioners Deal, Ellis, Galligan, Key, Mink, Wellford
and 7acobs
Absent: None
Staff Present: City Planner, Margaret Monroe; City Attorney, Jerry
Coleman; City Engineer, Frank Erbacher and Fire Marshal,
Keith Marshall
MINUTES - Commission asked that the criteria for percentage of take-out-
be expanded to read: "Commissioner comment: It was noted
that there is no criteria for what percentage of business
constitutes take-out; said no to Gymboree gym because of
parldng impact when as a support to retail sales of clothes,
it benefits the mix of businesses on the avenue better;
percentage of take-out from this site seems big, healthy fast
food is very populaz, have 9 employees when a non-take-out
restaurant might have 3 or 4, staff alone indicates the greater
volume of traffic over a non-take-out restaurant; have 200 or
more visitors a day, in part because of take-out, has a large
impact on parking; when eating establishments were limited
in number but allowed without parking on the avenue, it was
assumed the more traditional, sit down restaurant not take-
out; this site is designed as a take-out, but they did not get a
take-out permit in advance of getting a building permit; have
given take-out permits to others based on litter control, no
basis in code to say no; more traditional sit down restaurant
patrons occupy a parldng space for an hour or more, less
turn over; all restaurant seem to have some take-out, the
CITY OF BURZ,INGAME PLANNING COMMISSION MINUI'ES Fehruary 12, 1996
would additional landscaping be maintained, schedule, irrigation location; need more detail on
tree, how can parking be relaid out around the tree increasing number of spaces, would this
affect the number of compact stalls; applicant has revised request 3 times in a year, is this the
last conference area needed for employees, and what would be the space needs for future
growth; Item set for public hearing Wednesday, February 26 1996.
ACTION ITEMS
4. APPLICATION FOR A MASTER SIGN PROGRAM AND THREE (3) SIGN
EXCEPTTONS, AT 1300-1304 BURLINGAME AVENUE, ZONED G1 SUBAREA A,
(RENATO ROCCUCCI, ET AL, PROPERTY OWNERS AND , GURDIAL 70HAL,
APPLICANT.
Reference staff report, 2.12.96, with attachments. CP Monroe summarized the request and
reviewed criteria and Planning Department comments. Four conditions were suggested for
consideration. `
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CA Coleman expla%ned it is appropriate if commission wants to require removal of the roof sign
in approving the Master Signage Program because it is part of the sites signage request and the
removal of the awniri� would compel the removal or folding back of the support bar.
Commission discussed the condition of the roof sign including broken lighting and need for
paint.
Chm. Jacobs opened the public hearing. Gurdial Johal noted he has owned the Wine Shop since
1993. He asked that the comit�ission consider the signage allotment as if these were two
separate businesses. He noted that`the window sign they wished to retain idenrifies the business.
Wine Stop, as well as shipping costs�and prices. It has been there since 1993. There were no
other comments and the public hearing���vas closed.
C. Mink moved that this application be denied without prejudice, stating that any exception
allowing the roof sign would constitute a grant of special privilege not given, other businesses
on Burlingame Avenue. Approval this motion would require the removal o�,the roof sign.
D'uection was given to the applicant that if denied then this application could come back with
signage conforming to cunent code and get a sign permit.
Motion was seconded by C. Wellford. On the motion the commissioners noted that at the study
meeting the applicant was �sked for additional justification for,retention of the roof sign and the
size of the master signage p ram, he provided no additional reasons for consideration; the roof
sign constitutes a grant of sp�ial privilege because others don't have and cannot have, giving
the applicant an unfair advantag�. The roof sign, if fixed up, would cQntribute to the character
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CITY OF BURLINGAME PI.ANNING COMMISSION MINUTES Febntary 12, 1996
of Burlingame Avenue, it's a part of the historic fabric, but not in its present condition; the era
�of the roof sign is past; having two distinct stores within a single store front should be
cansidered, there is a difference between a liquor store and a wine store. The signs on the
awnings cannot be seen from the sidewalk, in fact can only be seen from Pazk, would like to
see a program closer to sign code requirements. Sign code was revised because of the
proliferation of signs and the fact that they hid the shops; the roof sign is inappropriate today,
few remain today, present approach in this application is inappropriate; application needs to go
far beyond what is there, need a significant explanation of what they will do to the roof sign to
refurbish it in order to retain the antique, how they will reduce other signage to better meet
cunent code requirements with the roof sign retained and what aze the special circumstances for
retention of the sign. There aze lots of awnings on Burlingame Avenue but not lots of signs on
them, these signs can be easily removed. Antique is usually defined as 100 years old. Since
there aze two stores on the site it might be appropriate to consider the total signage of 100 SF
rather than 60 SF dictated by the street frontage. The Commission called for the question.
The motion to deny without prejudice amended (with the agreement of the second) to include
the removal of the roof sign and submittal of a new master sign plan within 60 days or the action
would change to denial and the city would proceed with code enforcement failed on a 3-4 (Cers.
Deal, Ellis, Galligan and Key dissenting) roll call vote.
C. Key then moved that this application be denied without prejudice and that the revised
application include a plan to renovate the roof sign including an estimate of the cost of repair
and the repair program for the roof sign, the new master plan should incorporate the roof sign
into the overall signage program, and that a resubmittal of a new master sign plan should be
submitted within 60 days or the denial without prejudice would change to a denial and the city
would proceed with code enforcement. The motion was seconded by C. Deal and was approved
on a 7-0 roll call vote. Appeal procedures were advised.
Motion was seconded by C. Deal and passed on a 7-0 roll call vote. Appeal procedures were
advised.
PLANNER REPORTS
- CP reviewed City Council regular meeting of February 5, 1996.
- Comrnission asked that take-out policy be agendized for the 7oint PC/CC Meeting.
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SPEEDMARK TRANSPORTATION INC
February 14, 1996
City of Burlingame
Planning Commission
Dear Commissioners,
RE�E� �E�
F�B 2 0 1996
CITY OF BURLIN
PLANNIN� pEPAMF
Thank you for the opportunity to respond to the questions raised by your
panel at the Study Meeting of February 12, 1996. Below you will find direct
and accurate answers to the questions posed.
1) What is unusual besides the configuration of the lot?
We need to work close to the airport. Our location is perfect for our
business and we like the city of Burlingame. If we cannot provide first ciass
office space to our current employees, we may have to consider moving
to a nearby city. We know the real estate available in Burlingame from our
search for this building and can't find any location better than 1525
Adrian. We do not want to move, but we have a standard for working
space that has not yet been reached in this building. It can be reached,
with your approval.
The hardship we face is that the current office space in this building
does not include an area directly adjacent to our warehouse. The
interaction between our office staff and warehouse staff is paramount to
running a successful operation. It can't be achieved without being
allowed to construct the requested office space.
2) Have ADA handicapped requirements been met for the restroom
area?
Currently, we are not up to ADA code. We are able to alter the
configuration of that area of our office to meet ADA requirements. This has
been verbally confirmed to me by our architect. Should our project be
approved, the plans submitted to the Building Department will show the
changes from our current layout.
�525 ADRIAN ROAD
BURLINGAME, CA 94010
TEL:(4�5)259-9181
FAX: (415) 2539187
'1525 ADRIAN ROAD
SPEEDII�IARK TRANSPORTATION INC. B"R��N�AME,�A94a,o
TEL:(4�5)259-9181
FAX: (4� 5) 259-9187
3) What about the condition of the landscaping on the David Road side?
Without question, the landscaping on David Road is in a sad state of
disrepair. However, the irrigation system is in place and can be easily
hooked-up. As mentioned by Commissioner Galligan, our Adrian Road
landscaping is well maintained and pleasant. We can and will certainly
bring the David Road side up to par with the Adrian Road side and we will
keep it that way. We will comply with the Parks Director's request for six 15
gallon trees. We can make an irrigation p�an and submit it to the Parks
Director if so required.
4) Can we reconfigure the whole parking lot to yield more spaces?
Our architect (N.N. Gabbay) has measured and determined we
can actually have 12 regular spaces and 21 compact spaces (without
moving the tree) for a total of 33 spaces. So the variance hinges on the
number of compact spaces allowed instead of the number of actual
spaces allowed.
5) Can we leave the tree standing?
As evidenced by our past variance request, we would like to save
the tree. We were only considering its removal in order to gain a space
and thereby come closer to having the spaces actually required by our
ratio of warehouse to office space. Now that we can reach 33 spaces, it
seems that the tree can be left standing.
6) Why did the second conference room become permanent work
stations?
We intended to house staff in the second conference room as a
temporary measure until our office could be expanded, As the expansion
has not yet happened, the conference room is used as a desk area. We
really do need the conference room as explained in our letter by
Wayland Lu dated January 1 1, 1996. We need to get our staff out of the
conference room and into the space we are planning. It will increase our
efficiency and morale in the office.
1525 ADRIAN ROAD
SPEEDINARK TRANSPORTATION INC. B�R��NGAME.�A94o,o
TEL:(415)259-918�
FAX: (415) 259-9�87
7) Why the difference in the number of employees on this application and
our previous application?
The last application did not consider the warehouse personnel
needed to handle our new warehouse. Now we have those people on
staff and can handle our current volume. As mentioned previously, our
clerk staff will not need to increase as computers will do a bulk of the
paperwork. Our only future staff hiring might be an outside sales person
and one or two additional warehouse employees.
Other points:
1) Parking Lot Count will be submitted to the Planning Department
subsequentiy.
2) We would agree to have attached to our deed that any square
footage above 20% of our total building space be removed with the sale
of the building. We cannot think of any better way to show how sincerely
we wish to move on with this project while at the same time making the
Commission feel comfortable that the privileges granted to us will not be
abused by future unknown parties.
Currently, our intention is not to move from this building once the project
is completed. However, since the future cannot be so easily predicted,
we are willing to accept the deed attachment as a means of moving
toward completion of the project.
3) Commissioner Galligan noted that we are a light intensity usage site.
We ask you to come by at any time and see for yourself. You will neve�
find our parking lot full. You will neve�find trucks lined up on the street to
get to our dock. "Never" is a strong word, but because it is accurate we
can state it here. Our customers and visitors will always have space
c�vailable to them on our lots for parking.
We only wish to add a few walls to the inside of our building so our staff
can work more efficiently in the resulting office space. Such construction
would not have any effect on our neighbors, the neighborhood, or future
occupants of this building.
1525 ADRIAN ROAD
SPEEDMARK TRANSPORTATION INC. B�R��N�AME,�A94a,o
TEL: (415) 2549�81
FAX: (415) 259-9187
5) We can sincerely and emphatically state that should this project be
allowed, the commission can be assured that Speedmark and the owners
of this building will not step in front of the commission for years to come. If
we have to assign an actual number of years, we will. We'll do whatever
the Commission deems necessary in order to finish this project and allow
all of us to spend our valuable time on others issues.
We appreciate your consideration and hope for your positive response.
� cerely,
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Gr Ca lan
Coordinator
1525 ADRIAN ROAD
SPEEDMARK TRANSPORTATION INC. BURLINGAME,CA940�0
TEL:(415)259-9181
FAX: (415) 259-9187
1525 ADR/AN ROAD: PARK/NG L OT COUNT
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 14, 1996
9:30 A.M. 14 CARS
1:00 P.M. 1 1 CARS
4:30 P.M. 12 CARS
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 15, 1996
9:30 A.M. 12 CARS
1:00 P.M. 10 CARS
4:30 P.M. 1 1 CARS
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 16, 1996
9:30 A.M. 14 CARS
1:00 P.M. 12 CARS
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501 PRINIltOSE ROAD
BURLINGAME, CA 94010
(41� 696-7250
NOTICE OF HEARING
The CITY OF BURLINGAME PLANNING COMIVIISSION announces the following
public hearing on MONDAY. FEBRUARY 26, 1996 at 7:30 P.M. in the City Hall Council
Chambers located at 501 Primrose Road, Burlingame, California. A copy of the application and
plans may be reviewed prior to the meeting at the Planning Division at 501 Primrose Road,
Burlingame, California.
1525 ADRIAN ROAD
APN: 025-273-010
AN APPLICATION FOR A SPECIAL PERMIT TO INCREASE
OFFICE SPACE AND PARKING VARIANCES FOR TOTAL
NUMBER OF SPACES AND PERCENT COMPACT AT 1525 ADRIAN
ROAD, ZONED M-1.
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
conespondence delivered to the City at or prior to the public hearing.
The property owner who receives this notice is responsible for infoi-ming their tenants about
this notice. Please post this notice in a public place on your property. Thank you
MARGARET MONROE
CITY PLANNER
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 16, 1996
RESOLUTION NO.
RESOLUTION APPROVING CATEGORICAL EXEMPTION
PARKING VARIANCE AMENDMENT AND SPECIAL PERMIT
RESOLVED, by the Planning Commission of the City of Burlingame that:
WHEREAS, a categorical exemption has been proposed and application has been made for a
special permit for office area <20% and a pazkin� variance amendment for total number of stalls
and compact number of stalls at 1525 Adrian Road, zoned M-1, APN: 025-273-010 ; property owner:
Anthony and Annie Tsou. 1549 DeAnza Blvd ; and
WHEREAS, said matters were heard by the Planning Commission of the City of Burlingame on
February 26. 1996 , at which time it revieweti 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 Planning Commission that:
1. 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 Article 19, Categorically Exempt per Section: 15301 - Existing Facilities, Class 1(a), Interior or
exterior alterations involving such things as interior partitions, plumbing, and electrical conveyances:
and 15311 - Accessory Structures Class 11 (b) consists of construction, or placement of minor structures
accessory to existing commercial, industrial, or institutional facilities, including but not limited to; (b)
Small parking lots is hereby approved.
2. Said special permit and parking variance amendment is approved subject to the conditions
set forth in Exhibit "A" attacheti hereto. Findings for such special permit and parking variance
amendment are as set forth in the 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, Karen Kev , 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 26th day of February , 1996 , by the following vote:
AYES: COMMISSIONERS:
NOES: COMMISSIONERS:
ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS:
SECRETARY
EXHIBIT "A"
Conditions of approval categorical exemption, special permit and parking variance amendment
1525 ADRIAN ROAD
effective MARCH 4, 1996
1. that the project shall be built as shown on the plans submitted to the Planning
Department and date stamped January 11, 1996 Sheet A.1, Site Plan with a total
of 30 parking stalls (24 standard stalls, 4 compact stalls and 2 disabled accessible
stalls) and Sheet A.2, Ground Floor Plan with a ma�cimum of 6,400 SF of office
area (29 %);
2. that the conditions of the Parks Directors' January 25, 1996 memo and the Chief
Building Inspectors' February 14, 1996 memo shall be met;
3. that the business shall be open 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday
with a maximum of seventeen (17) employees including the proprietor on site at
any one time, if the number of employees on site at any one time should exceed
17 or the property should be sold or leased to another tenant then the parking
variance shall become void;
4. that the city shall be notiiied within 30 days of a change in occupancy (number
of people on site exceed 17), property sale, or lease of premise to a new tenant
so that the status of the parking variance can be reviewerl, the removal of all
office space exceeding twenty (20) percent has been accomplished and to verify
that the on site pazking meets the requirements of the uses within the building;
5. that the use and any improvements to the building or site for the use shall meet
all the requirements of the Uniform Building and Uniform Fire Codes as amended
by the City of Burlingame.