HomeMy WebLinkAbout776 Walnut Avenue - Approval LetterCITY OF BURLINGAME
City Hall — 501 Primrose ftoad
Burlingame, California 94010-3997
February 24, 2017
Chros Day
Day by Day Designs
120 Montalvo Road
Palomar Park, CA 94062
Re: 776 Walnut Avenue
Dear Mr. Day,
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Planning Division
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FAX:(650)696-3790
Since there was no appeal to or suspension by the City Council, the February 13, 2017, Pianning
Commission approval of your application for Design Review became effective February 23, 2017. This
application was for a first and second story addition to an existing single family dwelling at 776 Walnut
Avenue, zoned R-1.
The February 13, 2017 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 February 3, 2017, sheets A0.0 through A4.2;
2. that any changes to building materials, exterior finishes, windows, architectural features,
roof height or pitch, and amount or type of hardscape materials shall be subject to Planning
Division or Planning Commission review (FYI or amendment to be determined by Planning
staff);
3. that any changes to the size or envelope of the first or second floors, or garage, which
would include adding or enlarging a dormer(s), shall require an amendment to this permit;
4. that the conditions of the Building Division's September 8, 2016 and November 29, 2016
memos, the Engineering Division's September 13, 2016 memo, the Fire Division's
September 12, 2016 memo, the Parks Division's September 15, 2016 and December 1,
2016 memos, and the Stormwater Division's September 12, 2016 memo shall be met;
5. that any recycling containers, debris boxes or dumpsters for the construction project shall
be placed upon the private property, if feasible, as determined by the Community .
Development Director;
6. that demolition or removal of the existing structures and any grading or earth moving on the
site shall not occur until a building permit has been issued and such site work shall be
required to comply with all the regulations of the Bay Area Air Quality Management District;
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7. 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;
8. 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;
9. 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;
10. that the project shall meet all the requirements of the California Building and Uniform Fire
Codes, 2013 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 framing inspection the applicant shall provide a certification by
the project architect or residential designer, or another architect or residential design
professional, that demonstrates that the project falls at or below the maximum approved
floor area ratio for the property;
12. 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; architecturai 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 Division; and
14. that prior to final inspection, Planning Division staff wili 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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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. An extension of
up to one year may be considered by the Planning Commission if application is 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,
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William Meeker
Community Development Director
c. Jerry Ceglia, property owner
776 Walnut Avenue
Burlingame, CA 94010
Chief Deputy Valuation, Assessor's Office
(LOT 17 BLOCK 1 BURLINGAME PARK NO 4 RSM D/43; APN: 028-141-220)
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Project Comments - Planning Application
Project Address: 776 Walnut Avenue, zoned R-1, APN: 028-141-220
Description: Request for Design Review for a second story addition to an existing single
family dwelling.
From: Rick Caro III
Building Division
Please address the following comments at this time; provide a written response and revised
plans with your resubmittal: No Comment
The following comments do not need to be addressed now, but you should be aware of them as
they will need to be addressed and or acknowledged at the time of building permit submittal.
1) Note: As of October 19, 2016 an ordinance was passed with the following changes to the
construction hours.
"Construction Hours"
Weekdays: 8:00 a.m. — 7:00 p.m.
Saturdays: 9:00 a.m. — 6:00 p.m.
Sundays and Holidays: No work allowed
(See City of Burlingame Municipal Code, Section 13.04.100 for details.)
Co�rstruction /iours in t/te City Public rigl:t-of-rvay are li»rited to weekdays and ►ton-City
Holidays between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.
Note: Construction hours for work in the public right of way must now be included on the
plans.
Reviewed By: Rick Caro III Date: November 29, 2016
650 558-7270
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Project Comments — P/anning Application
Project Address: 776 Walnut Avenue, zoned R-1, APN: 028-141-220
Description: Request for Design Review for a second story addition to an existing single
family dwelling.
From: Rick Caro III
Building Division
Please address the following comments at this time; provide a written response and revised
plans with your resubmittal:
I) On the first page of the plans specify the following: "Any hidden conditions that require work to
be performed beyond the scope of the huilding permit issued for these plans may require further
City approvals including review by the Planning Commission." The building owner, project
designer, and/or contractor must submit a Revision to the City for any work not graphica(ly
illustrated on the Job Copy of the plans prior to performing the work.
2) This project will be considered a New Building because, according to the City of Burlingame
Municipal code, "when additions, alterations or repairs within any twelve-month period exceed
fifty peccent of the current replacement value of an existing building or structure, as determined
by the building official, such buildin; or structure shall be made in its entirety to conform with
the requirements for new buildings or structures." This building must comply �vith the 2013
California Buildin� Code for new structures. BMC 18.07.020
Note: Any revisions to the plans approved by the Building Division must be submitted to, and
approved by, the Buildin� Division prior to the implementation of any work not specifrcally
shoN�n on the plans. Significant delays can occur if changes made in the field, without City
approval, necessitate further review by City departments or the Planning Commission.
Inspections cannot be scheduled and wil] not be performed for work that is not shown on the
Approved plans.
3) Due to the extensive nature of this construction project the Certificate of Occupancy will be
rescinded once construction begins. A new Certificate of Occupancy will be issued after the
project has been final. No occupancy of the building is to occur until a new Certificate of
Occupancy has been issued.
NOTE: A condition of this project approval is that the Demolitioo Permit will not be issued
and, and no work can begin (including the removal of a� building componeats), until a
Building Permit has been issued for the project. The property owaer is responsible for
assuring that no work is authorized or performed.
4) When you submit your plans to the Building Division for plan review provide a completed
Supplemental Demolition Permit Application. NOTE: The Demolition Permit will not be
issued until a Building Permit is issued for the project.
5) Indicate on the plans that a Grading Permit, if required, will be obtained from the Department of
Public Works.
6) Provide lighting at all exterior landings.
7) Specify on the plans whether the fireplace is a gas or solid wood-burning device. If the fireplace
is a solid wood-burning device clearly state on the plans that the fireplace will meet all
requirements as a U.S.EPA Phase II certified wood-burning device.
8) If the fireplace is a solid wood-buming device then specify on the plans that the fireplace
chimney will terminate at least two feet higher than any portion of the building within ten feet or
will be retrofit with a fireplace insert (not a log lighter.) 2013 CRC §lOd3.9.
9) 18.10.100 Appendix C, Figure C amended—Exit terminals of inechanical draft and direct-vent
venting systems.
The Figure in Appendix C of the 2013 California Residential Code is amended by adding the
following note:
Note: Where the property line is less than ten (10) feet from the exit terminal of any newly installed or
replacement high efficiency mechanical equipment the pipe size of the final ten (] 0) feet of any terminal must
be increased to three inches (3") or, as an alternative, manufacturer-approved baffles must be installed.
(Ord. 1856 y5' 7, (2010); Ord. 1889 § 8, (2013))
The following comments do not need to be addressed now, but you should be aware of them as
they will need to be addressed at time of building permit submittal.
] 0) Anyone who is doing business in the City must have a current Cit}� of Burlingame business
license.
Reviewed By: Rick Caro III Date: September 8, 2016
650 558-7270
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Projecf Comments — Planning Applicafion
Project Address: 776 Walnut Avenue, zoned R-1, APN: 028-141-220
Description: Request for Design Review for a second story addition to an existing single
family dwelling.
From: Martin Quan
Public Works Engineering
Please address the following comments at this time; provide a written response and revised
plans with your resubmittal:
No comments at this time.
The following comments do not need to be addressed now, but you should be aware of thern as
they wiil need to be addressed at time of building permit submittal.
i. Based on the scope of work, this is a"Type I" project that requires a Stormwater Construction
Pollution Prevention Permit. This permit is required prior to issuance of a Building Permit. An initial field
inspection is required prior to the start of any construction (on private property or in the public right-of-
way).
z. Any work in the City right-of-way, such as placement of debris bin in street, work in sidewalk area,
public easements, and utility easements, is required to obtain an Encroachment Permit prior to starting
work.
s. Replace damaged and displaced curb, gutter and/or sidewaik fronting site.
a. All water lines connections to city water mains for services or fire line protection are to be installed
per city standard procedures and material specifications. Contact the city Water department for
connection fees. If required, ali fire services and services 2" and over will be installed by builder. All
underground fire service connections shall be submitted as separate Underground Fire Service permit
for review and approval.
s. Sewer Backwater Protection Certification is required for the installation of any new sewer fixture per
Ordinance No. 1710. The Sewer Backwater Protection Certificate is required prior to the issuance of
Building Permit.
e. The sanitary sewer laterai (building sewer) shall be tested per ordinance code chapter 15.12.
Testing information is available at the Building department counter. A Sewer Lateral Test encroachment
permit is required.
�. Insert the 'Best Management Practices', updated June 2014, construction sheet into the plans set.
A copy can be found at
htt�://www.flowstobay.orq/sites/defaulUfiles/Countvwide%20Proqram%20BM P%20PIan%20Sheet
June%202014%20Update.pdf#overlav-context=brochures or htt�://www.flowstobay.orq/brochures then
click "construction bmo qlan sheeY'
Reviewed By: Martin Quan Date: 9/13/16
650-558-7245
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Project Comments - Planning Application
Project Address: 776 Walnut Avenue, zoned R-1, APN: 028-141-220
Description: Request for Design Review for a second story addition to an existing single
family dwelling.
From: Rocque J. Yballa
Central C�unty Fire Department
Please address the following comments at this time; provide a written response and revised
plans with your resubmittal:
None at this time.
The following comments do not need to be addressed now, but you should be aware of them as they
will need to be addressed at time of building permit submittal.
Provide a residential fire sprinkler throughout the residence.
1. Provide backflow prevention device/double check valve assembly — Schematic of
water lateral line after meter shall be shown on Buitding Plans prior to
approval indicating location of the device after the split between domestic and
fire protection lines.
2. All sprinkler drainage shall be placed into landscaping areas.
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.
Reviewed By: Rocque J. Yballa Date: 12 Sep 2016
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Project Address: 776 Walnut Avenue, zoned R-1, APN: 028-141-220
Description: Request for Design Review for a second story addition to an existing single
family dwelling.
From: Bob Disco
Parks Qivision
Please address the following comments at this time; provide a written response and revised
plans with your resubmittal:
No further comments
The following comments do not need to be addressed now, but you should be aware of them as they
will need to be addressed at time of building permit submittal.
Reviewed By: BD Date: 12.1.16
650.558.7334
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Project Comments
Project Address: 776 Walnut Avenue, zoned R-1, APN: 028-141-220
Description: Request for Design Review for a second story addition to an exlsting single
family dwelling.
From: Bob Disco
Parks Division
Please address the following comments at this time; provide a written response and revised
plans with your resubmittal:
1. Please note on plans if landscape will be rehabilitated or remain the same.
The following comments do not need to be addressed now, but you should be aware of them as
they will need to be addressed at time of building permit submittal.
2. Two maple trees and 1 birch tree exist on property and meet tree requirements
Reviewed By: BD Date: 9/15/16
650.558.7333
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Project Comments — Planning Application
Project Address: 776 Walnut Avenue, zoned R-1, APN: 028-141-220
Description: Request for Design Review for a second story addition to an existing single
family dweiling.
From: Carolyn Critz
Stormwater
Please address the following comments at this time; provide a written response and revised
plans with your resubmittal:
No comments at this time.
The following comments do not need to be addressed now, but you should be aware of them as
they will need to be addressed at time of building permit submittal.
Any construction project in the City, regardless of size, shall comply with the city's stormwater
NPDES permit to prevent construction activity stormwater pollution. Project proponents shall ensure
that all contractors implement appropriate and effective Best Management Practices (BMPs) during
all phases of construction, including demolition. When submitting plans for a building permit,
please include a list of construction BMPs as project notes, preferabiy, on a separate full size (2'x 3'
or larger), plan sheet. A downloadable electronic file is available at:
httq://www.flowstobay. orq/Construction
For further assistance regarding stormwater, please contact Carolyn Critz, Environmental Compliance
Manager, at (650) 342 3727, ext. 118, or carolvn.critz an.veolia.com
IReviewed By: Carolyn Critz Date: September 12, 2016
(650) 342 3727, ext. 118
RESOLUTION APPROVING CATEGORICAL EXEMPTION AND DESIGN REVIEW
RESOLVED, by the Planning Commission of the City of Burlingame that:
WHEREAS, a Categorical Exemption has been prepared and application has been made for De_ siqn
Review for a first and second story addition to an existinq sinqle family dwellinq at 776 Walnut Avenue.
Zoned R-1, Jerry Ceqlia propertv owner APN� 028-141-220;
WHEREAS, said matters were heard by the Planning Commission of the City of Burlingame on
February 13, 2017, 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 Planning Commission that:
On the basis of the Initiai 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 Section 15301 (e)(2), which states that additions to existing structures
are exempt from environmental review, provided the addition will not resuit in an increase of
more than 10,000 SF in areas where all public services and facilities are available and the area
in which the project is �ocated is not environmentally sensitive, is hereby approved.
2. Said Design Review is approved subject to the conditions set forth in Exhibit "A" attached
hereto. Findings for such Design Review is 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 13'h dav of February 2017 by the following vote:
Secretary
EXHIBIT "A"
Conditions of Approval for Categorical Exemption and Design Review
776 Walnut Avenue
Effective February 23, 2017
Page 1
that the project shall be built as shown on the plans submitted to the Planning Division date
stamped February 3, 2017, sheets A0.0 through A4.2;
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
staf�;
3. that any changes to the size or envelope of the first or second floors, or garage, which would
include adding or eniarging a dormer(s), shall require an amendment to this permit;
4. that the conditions of the Building Division's September 8, 2016 and November 29, 2016
memos, the Engineering Division's September 13, 2016 memo, the Fire Division's
September 12, 2016 memo, the Parks Division's September 15, 2016 and December 1, 2016
memos, and the Stormwater Division's September 12, 2016 memo shall be met;
5. that any recycling containers, debris boxes or dumpsters for the construction project shall be
piaced upon the private property, if feasible, as determined by the Community Development
Director;
6. that demolition or removal of the existing structures and any grading or earth moving on the
site shall not occur until a building permit has been issued and such siEe work shall be
required to comply with all the regulations of the Bay Area Air Quality Management District;
7. 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 shali not be modified or
changed without the approval of the Planning Commission, or City Council on appeal;
8. 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;
9. 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;
10. that the project shali meet ali the requirements of the California Building and Uniform Fire
Codes, 2013 Edition, as amended by the City of Burlingame;
EXHIBIT "A"
Conditions of Approvai for Categorical Exemption and Design Review
776 Walnut Avenue
Effective February 23, 2017
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 framing inspection the applicant shall provide a certification by the
project architect or residential designer, or another architect or residential design
professionai, that demonstrates that the project falls at or below the maximum approved floor
area ratio for the property;
12. 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 Qivision; and
14. that prior to final inspection, Planning Division 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.