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Home My WebLink About1324 Vancouver Avenue - Staff Report1 City of Burlingame Special Permit for Accessory Structure Address: 1324 Vancouver Avenue ITEM # 5 Meeting Date: 11/12/96 Request: Special permit to build a new detached garage. The special permit is required for a toilet and sink in the garage (CS 25.60.010 j). Applicant/Property Owner: Sandra Cole, Tr. Lot Dimensions and Area: 50' x 120', 6000 SF General Plan Designation: Low Density Residential Adjacent Development: Single Family Residential APN: 026-064-200 Zoning: R-1 CEQA Status: Article 19. Categorically Exempt per Section: 15303 - construction and location of new, small facilities or structures -(e) acessory (appurtenant) structures including garages, carports, patios, swimming pools and fences. Summary: Sandra Cole, property owner and applicant, is requesting a special permit to build a new detached two car garage at 1324 Vancouver Avenue, zoned R-l. The existing 14' x 18' detached garage would be demolished. The existing garage is located approximately 26' from the rear property line. The proposed garage would be located 1'-0" from the rear property line and would be 546 SF (21' x 26'). A toilet and sink are proposed within the garage which requires a special permit. The new garage is the iirst of a number of improvements proposed for the property, including an expansion of the existing residence, a new driveway, a new sewer line to the street, drainage to the street, removal of trees, and new brick steps at the front of the property. The existing house is one story and has 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom. In the future, the property owner intends to add a second story to the house, which would result in a total of four bedrooms and three bathrooms. 1 N � ♦ � � SPECIAL PERMIT 1324 Yancouver Avenue PRIMARY DWELLING PROPOSED No change to primary dwelling or front setback (Later Proposal) ALLOWED/REQ'D ACCESSORY STRUCTURE Front Setback: Side (Left): Side (Right): Rear: Lot Coverage: (total primary and accessory structure) Floor Area Ratio: Height: Declining Heigbt Envelope: Parking: PROPOSED N/A No change No Change 1' - 0" 1' - 0" 31.2% (1870 SF) Not applicable 14' - 0" Not applicable 2 covered + 1 uncovered in driveway REQUIItED 15' /Average 4' - 0" 1' -0" (within rear 30 % of lot) 1' - 0" (within rear 30 % of lot) 40% Not applicable 15' - 0" Not applicable 1 covered + 1 uncovered Staff Comments: The City Engineer (October 7, 1996 memo) noted the distance from the property line to the outside wall of the accessory structure must be a minimum of 1'-0". The Chief Building Official and Fire Marshal had no comments on this application (October 7& 8, 1996 memos). Required Findings 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; � • � SPECIAL PERMIT 1324 Vancouver Avenue (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; (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. Planning Commission Action: The Planning Commission should hold a public hearing. Affirmative action should be taken by resolution and should include iindings. 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 submitted to the Planning Department and date stamped November 4, 1996, Site Plan, Floor Plan and Building Elevations; 2. that the conditions of the City Engineer's October 7, 1996 memos shall be met; 3. that the plate line of the accessory structure shall be not more than eight (8) feet above grade; 4. that the accessory structure shall never be used for accessory living or sleeping purposes, shall never include a kitchen or sleeping area and shall not be used for any home occupation without an amendment to this special permit; and 5. that the use and any improvements for the use shall meet all the requirements of the municipal code and of the 1995 edition California Building and Fire Codes as amended by the City of Burlingame. Sheri Saisi/Maureen Brooks Planner c: Sandra Cole, property owner/applicant Don Rasmussen, architect 3 Type of Application: � Sp P�ir g Variance Other �� i4r� c�r o� �R��.,�,� CITY OF BURLINGAME ��_� APPLICATION TO THE PLANIVING COMIVIISSION b, Project Address: 1324 VANCOUVER AVENUE Assessor's Pazcel Number(s): APPLICANT PROPERTY OWNER S�' /� � Name: SANDRA COLE. TRUSTEE , LEWIS TRUS��e; SANDRA COLE . TRUSTEE . LEWIS TRUST Address: 178 �ST 37th AVENUE Address: 178 WEST 37th AVENUE City/State/Zip:SAN MATEO, CA 94403 City/State/Zip:SAN MATEO, CA 94403 Phone (w): �h�; 415-345-3569 fax: ARCHITECT/DESIGNER Name: DON RASMUSSEN Address: 251 RICARDO ROAD City/State/Zip:�� VALLEY. CA 94941 Phone (w): 415-388-9116 Phone (w): (h�; 415-345-3569 fax: Please indicate with an asterisk * the contact person for this application. (h): fax: PROJECT DESCRIPTION: APPLICANT IS APPLYING FOR A BUILDING PERMIT TO CONSTRUCT A NEW DETACIIED 2�AR GARAGE. TI� APPLICANT WISHES TO INSTALL A WASH ROOM WITH HAND WASH SINK AND TOILET IN TFIE PROPOSED STRUCTURE. AFFIDAVIT/SIGNATURE: I hereby certify under penalty of perjury that the information given herein is true and correct to the best of my lrnowledge and belief. �G�`��. 10/2/96 Applicant's Signature Date I know about the proposed application and hereby authorize the above applicant to submit this application to the Planning Commission. �,� �-��-_- �,-�, �� YVL��22, 10/2/96 7�I�-/ � � ` Property Owner's Signatu Date ----------------------------------------------FOR OFFICE USE ONLY -------------------------------------- Date Filed: Planning Commission: Study Date: Fee: Action Date: � , • R�� CITY ��. BURLJNGAME �� ° ° �� "V° °�0° v`a'�°v°� • •,�'.�..... NJ��V+�!!'V�L- I�LSII�UCY�� U !/'V�I��L-��1�0��:�16PJ '��p- � The Planning Commission is required by law to make findings as defined by the City's ordinance (Code Section 25.52.0201. 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 de�trimenta/ or. injurious to property or fmprovements in the vicinity or to pub/ic hea/th, safety, genera/ we/fare, or convenience. The proposed 2-Car Garage conforrns to a11 City of Burlingar�e ordinances with the exception of the proposed wash room which will not be detrimental to public health, safety, general welfare or convenience. � 2. How wi// the proposed use be /ocated and conducted in accordance with the Bur/ingame Genera/ P/an and Zoning OrdinanceT , With the exception of the proposed wash room; the use is located in accordance with the City of Burlingame General Plan and Zoning Ordinance. The ordinance currently prohibits the installation of a toilet in a detached garage, for the purpose of preventing use of the garage as a dwelling unit. The applicant has no intention of using the proposed garage as a dwelling unit at any time, and would be unable to do so for the following reasons: 1. No bathing facilities are provided. 2. No heating and ventilation 3. No kitchen facility. 4. No windows on 3 sides 3. How wi// the proposed project be compatib/e with the aesthetics, mass, bu/k and character of the existing and potentia/ uses on adjoining properties in the genera/ vicinityT The structure is of residential character, and compatible. t 2/92 sp.frm 1. Exp/ain why property or convenience. 2. 3. the proposed use at the proposed /ocation wi// not be detrimenta/ or injurious to Improvements in the vicinity or to pub/ic hea/th, safety, genera/ we/fare, or How will the proposed structure or use within the structure affect neiphborinp properties or structures on those properties7 If neighboring properties will not be affected, state why. Think about traffic, noise, lighting, paving, landscaping sunlipht/shade, views from neighboring properties, ease of maintenance. Why will the st�ucture or use within the structure not affect the public's health, safety or fleneral welfare7 Public health includes such thin�s as sanitation (parbapel, air quality, dischar�es into sewer and stormwater systems, water supply safety, and thinps which have the potential to affect public health (i.e., underflround sto�age tanks, stora�e of chemicals, situations which encourape the spread of rodents, ins�cts o� conr��nunicable diseases). Public safetv. How will the structure or use within the structure affect pc,�ice 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 �atherings, loitering, traffic) or fire services (i.e., storage o� use flammable or hazardous materials, or potentially dan�erous activities like welding, woodwork, engine �emoval). �enere/ we/fare is a catch-all phrase meaniny community flood. Is the proposal consistent with the city's policy and goals for conserv2�tion and development7 Is there a social benefit7 Convenience. How would the proposed structure or use affect public convenience (such as access to or parkinfl for this site or adjacent sitesl7 Is the proposal accessible to particular sepments of the public such as the elde�ly or handicapped? How wi// the proposed use be /ocated and conducted in accordance with the Bur/ingame Genera/ P/an and Zoning OrdinanceT Ask the Planninp Department for the �eneral plan designation and zoninp 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 "fit" accordinply. 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 existin� neighborhood7 If it does not affect aesthetics, state why. If chan�es to the structure are proposed, was the addition desipned to match existinp architecture, pattern of development on adjacent properties in the nei�hborhood7 If a use will affect the way a neighborhood or area looks, such as a long term airport parkinp lot, compare your proposal to other uses in the area and explain why it "fits". How does the proposed structure compare to neiphborinp structures in terms of mass or bulk? If there is no chanpe to structure, say so. If a new structure is proposed, compare its size, appearance, orientation etc. with other structures in the neighbo�hood or area. How will the structure or use within the structure change the character of the neighborhood7 Think of character as the ima�e or tone established by size, density of development and peneral patte�n of land use. wll there be more traffic or less parking available resulting from this use? If you don't feel the character of the neighborhood will change, state why. How will the proposed project be compatible with existinq and potential uses in the �eneral vicinity? Compare your 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. , zrez .v.trm Sandra L. Cole Trustee of the Lewis Trust 178 West 37th Avenue San Mateo, CA 94403 415-345-3569 October 2, 1996 Agreement DTD City of Burlingame Planning Commission 501 Primrose Road Burlingame, CA Re: 1324 Vancouver Avenue Proposed 2-Car detached garage with toilet and hand-wash sink. Dear Sirs/Madams, The project we are proposing is the first stage of a general upgrading, remodeling and partial re-construction of existing improvements which have fallen into disrepai.r. We are requesting permission to install a toilet and hand wash sink in the proposed detached garage to enable personal use and clean-up from yard and mechanical repair work without having to enter the residence. This feature is especially desirable in that current planning ordinance prohibits the construction of a covered walkway between the detached garage and the house, forcing additional traffic into the house during inclement weather from work projects under way in the garage. We have no intention of ever using any portion of the garage for dwelling space as the ordinance is designed to prevent. Furthermore, use of the garage as a dwelling unit is highly unlikely for any subsequent owner for the following reasons: 1. No bathing or shower facility is proposed. 2. No heating or ventilation is being provided, no fuel gas or 220v. power required for heating is being proposed. 3. No kitchen or cooking area is proposed. 4. Windows cannot be installed on the south or east walls of the proposed garage as both sides require 1-hour construction because of proximity of the property line. For any of the above features to be provided, additional permit procedures would be required. For the above reasons, we do not believe that this proposal violates the intent of the ordinance. Thank you for your consideration. Sincerely, °`� ��, � �� Sandra L. Cole ROUTING FORM DATE: � TO: CITY ENGINEER �CHIEF BiTILDING INSPECTOR FIRE MARSHAL PARKS DIRECTOR CITY ATTORNEY FROM: CITY PLANNERJPLANNER SUB7ECT: REQUEST FOR v,% Q� AT � n1 c SCHEDULED PLAIVNING COMMISSION 4�e-T�$Id MEETING: �� O i� . � Z REVIEWED BY STAFF MEETING ON MONDAY:_ � C�. � TAANKS, Jane/Sheri/Leah � �' I�%v V / ` � `� / � Date of Comments � ��twt.�� l� - S-'�� ROUTING FORM DATE: � TO: CITY ENGINEER CHIEF BUII.DING INSPECTOR o�- FIlZE MARSHAL PARKS DIRECTOR CITY ATTORNEY FROM: SUBJECT: —��L AT CITY PLANNER/PLANNER REQUEST FOR �i.� � �"'�",�',� <r.., '''�','� � ' ..�'� Oc�� : �� ti �`� cpyoFe1 � �g96 CA��/��' �Fp��t T n�t SCHEDULED PLANNING COMMISSION �@�d MEETING: �� O l/ � Z REVIEWED BY STAFF MEETING ON MONDAY: � C� .� THANKS, Jane/Sheri/Leah � \�Y�� 4 ��f � V� Wv. �� Z � Date of Comments 0 ROUTING FORM DATE: � TO: �_ CITY ENGINEER CHIEF BU�DING INSPECTOR FIRE MARSHAL PARKS DIRECTOR CITY ATTORNEY FROM: CITY PLANNER/PLANNER SUB7ECT: REQUEST FOR AT � %Yl r Jane/Sheri/Leah SCHEDULED PLANNING COMMISSION �6�d MEETING: �� O i/ ( Z REVIEWED BY STAFF MEETING ON MONDAY: ��( .� THANKS, �� . � S ��.�'-� U� -�--��-ti.v� / ; � �-:.� -f� -�.� l�� 1 �� a1�1111�.!!_��! � � � Date of Comments � � S' ' � D�� ,�>� i�.,L�� ,, �•`-e �;: ��-,:?,y,. .1- � 1 d � �� Gt u � t � �, rA_.,,. ��. .,��-r" ��. � � .. �'^ '� ._ �,:� � I �� CITY OF BURLINGAME BURL-- iNcnME PLANNING DEPARTMENT ■� 501 PRIMROSE ROAD @ � BURLINGAME, CA 94010 TEL: (415) 696-7250 1324 VANC�UV�R AVENLJE APN:02G-O(�4-20() Application for a Special Permit to build a detached garage at 1324 Vax�oouver Avenue, zoned R-1. Thc City of Burlingame Planning Commission announces the following public hearing an 'I�esd�v. November 12_ 1996 at 7:30 P.M in the ,City Hall Council Chambere located at 501 Primrose Road, Burlingame, Califomia. Meded Navembar I, 1996 (Please refer to other side) PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE CITY OF B URLINGAME A copy of the application and plans for-this project to the meeting at the Planning DepartmenE' at Burlingame, California. If you challenge the'subject applicarion(s) in court, raising only those issues you or someone else ra'tse� described in `the notice or in written correspondenc at or prior to t�.e,_public, hearing.,, ;. � Property owners who receive this notice are iespons tenants about this nofice. ' For additional informa 696-7250. 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"y� �4`n�. • . . . � � �`�` ' . . " �', s - .�y.:� � .°� � d� ;;r'n �.. '.,� ,�-�: v��... '19. � ��,, iy,+ �: � , r .. , t , .. � : .� � , � ._ _ _ � �`'��e. RESOLUTION APPROVING CATEGORICAL EXEMP'rION AND SPECIAL PERMIT FOR ACCESSORY STRUCTURE RESOLVED, by the Planning Commission of the City of Burlingame that: WHEREAS, a categorical exemption has been proposed and application has been made for special permit for an_accessory structure at 1324 Vancouver Avenue zoned R-1 APN: 026-064-200 ; Sandra Cole 178 West 37th Avenue San Mateo ro ert owner: WHEREAS, said matters were heard by the Planning Commission of the City of Burlingame on November 12. 1996 , 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 DETERMIIVED 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 15303 -. construction and location of new, small facilities or structures -(e) accessory (appurtenant) structures including garages, carports, patios, swimming pools and fences is hereby approved. 2. Said special permit is approved, subject to the conditions set forth in Exhibit "A" attached hereto. Findings for such special permit 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, Chuck Mink , 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 25th day of November , 1996 , by the following vote: AYES: COMMISSIONERS: NOES: COMMISSIONERS: ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS: SECRETARY EXHIBIT "A" Conditions of approval categorical exemption and special permit 1324 VANCOUVER AVENUE effective NOVEMBER 18, 1996 1, that the project shall be built as shown on the plans submitted to the Planning Department and date stamped November 4, 1996, Site Plan, Floor Plan and Building Elevations; 2. that the conditions of the City Engineer's October 7, 1996 memos shall be met; 3. that the plate line of the accessory structure shall be not more than eight (8) feet above grade; 4. that the accessory structure shall never be used for accessory living or sleeping purposes, shall never include a kitchen or sleeping azea and shall not be used for any home occupation without an amendment to this special permit; and 5. that the use and any improvements for the use shall met all the requirements of the municipal code and of the 1995 edition California Building and Fire Codes as amended by the City of Burlingame.