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Home My WebLink About475 Cumberland Road - Staff Report% P.C. 2/26/90 Item # s MEMO TO: PLANNING COMMISSION FROM: ZONING TECHNICIAN SUBJECT: TWO SPECIAL PERMITS FOR A COVERED SPA AT 475 CUMBERLAND ROAD. ZONED R-1 Mr. Mendelson is requesting two special permits for a covered spa at the rear of the property. The permits are required for: 1) an accessory structure used for recreational purposes; and 2) the structure is similar to a lath house which exceeds 50 SF (CS 25.60.010- m& n). The structure will be 111 SF, located 10'-0" from the rear and side property lines, and constructed of redwood siding and roofing. Sliding "Shoji screens" will be used for privacy and ventilation. The electrical eguipment will be contained within the unit. There will be no plumbing extended to the structure (see revised drawing received Feb. 16, 1990). Staff Review The City staff have reviewed this request and the Chief Building Official expressed concern about the noise generated by the pumps. However, the structure was relocated 10'-0" from the property lines and thus meets all code requirements (CS 23.01.040 Swimming pools, Hot Tubs and Spa�). No other comments were received. The Planning Staff notes that this structure is located in the rear 30$ of the property. Therefore, the building is not required to meet the setback requirements except as necessary for construction safety and for the pool ordinance. Applicant's Letter The applicant notes that the structure will be located at the required distances from the property lines to meet sound require- ments. Also, no plumbing will be installed from the house and there will be proper drainage. Mr. Mendelson states that the Shoji house is specifically designed for spas and will provide privacy and protection from the weather. Study Ouestions This item was reviewed by the Planning Commission at the study meeting February 13, 1990 (PC Minutes Feb. 13, 1990). The foundation for the structure will be a 4" thick reinforced concrete exposed aggregate slab. The water line shown on the original drawings will not be installed (see plan supplement Feb. 16, 1990, attached to the staff report). This was a miscom- munication between the draftsperson and the owners. Finally, an 2 accessory structure may be placed anywhere within the rear 30� of the property. The staff review application has been corrected to reflect this requirement. However, the pool ordinance does require mechanical equipment to be located 10'-0" from the property line unless it is in a soundproofed enclosure. Findinas 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; (c) the Planning Commission may impose such reasonable condi- tions 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. Planninct Commission Action The Planning Commission should hold a public hearing. Affirma- tive action should be taken by resolution and reasons for any action clearly stated. At the public hearing the following conditions should be considered: 1. that the project shall be built as shown on the plans submitted to the Planning Department and date stamped January 31, 1990 and amended February 16, 1990; and 2. that the project shall meet Uniform Building and Fire Codes as amended by the City. Larry Lautenschlager Zoning Technician cc: Glenn Mendelson STAFF REVIEW OF APPLICATION TO THE PLANNING COMMISSION I. II. Proiect Address: 475 Cumberland Road Proiect Description and Permits Rewested: Two Special Permits to add a covered spa at the rear of the property. The permits are required for: 1) an accessory structure used for recreational purposes; and 2) the structure is similar to a lath house exceeding 50 SF (CS 25.60.010- m& n). The structure will be 111 SF, located ten feet from the property lines, and constructed of redwood siding and roofing. Sliding "Shoji screens" will be used in place of windows for privacy and ventilation. The electri- cal equipment will be contained within the unit. III. Property Identification: Assessor's Parcel Number(s): Lot No: 4 Block No: 5 Subdivision: Oak Grove Manor Lot Size: 5,750 SF Zoning: R-1 General Plan Designation: Family Residential 029-163-040 #1 1-8 units per acre; Single IV. Existinu Site Conditions and Adiacent Land Uses: Existing three bedroom and two bath residence. All adjacent land uses are R-1 Single Family Residential. This use conforms to the General Plan. V. CE A Status• Categorically exempt per CEQA Code Sec. 15303 New Construc- tion Class 3(e) Accessory Structures. VI. Proiect Data: Proposed New Construction: 111 SF. Existing Area: 1,932 SF- 1,316 SF lst F1./616 SF 2nd Fl. Proposed Percent Increase in Area: 6� 2,034 5F- 1,932 SF Residence/111 SF Accessory Structure. Front Setback: Side Yard Setback: � Rear Yard Setback: � Lot Coverage: Building Height: On-Site Parking Spaces: Proposed NA 10'-0" 10'-0" 25� 10'-0" NA Required 15'-0" 0'-0" 0'-0" 40$ 14'-0" NA * Accessory Structures are not required to meet setbacks if located within the rear 30� of the property. APPLICATION TO THE PLANNING COMMISSION ��_ �: q�,� �� Type of Application: ��}� ��' ' ��`��(' _�Special Permit Variance Other Project Address �' � � ` f � � ��' l� � � ��-� Assessor's Parcel Number( s ) �Z� / ��v ' <, � APPLICANT PROPERTY OWNER / � C , � r, � . ' �r �:r � �,� �. ��1 < '3 � t-�� Name: > � c: , - �� -� I � � Name . ��" ` _ / �,'� �. N/�1 rJ " �' � P, ` r ',�.� Address: � l � � 't �° `J `° / � ��'��'� Address: City/State/Zip ��-,� l�-; � �f� ', � � City/State/Zip �' � ��,� � . �t/ Telephone:(Work) � / � � '� �� Telephone (Work) ( Home ) J �/ % � / � l �( � (Home) Architect/Desictner: _� _ � >-� ; � /� � �� ,�`� Name : � r s. ._.- �-� i� t�� K t� � 7 rc �, g ��: � i� i� r'��ir� , Address : i�.� �. � .. . . .� :- ✓c u �, -z � �'�, �, �, �� -� , Telephone ( daytime ) : �' y � - t-= ' � Please indicate with an asterisk (*) who PROJECT DESCRIPTION � �� IJ �{ c �` ._.L � S -� << / � ,, � � � / Cor��2- 392- �4-� ^ �� /i%i �' �': ��a`S contact person is for project. l. i��% �. �� c o S c� l c AFFIDAVIT/SIGNATURE(S): I hereby certify under penalty of perjury that the information given herein is true and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief. �� „/��-� l �� i /� 1 J J Applicant�s Signature Date I know about the proposed application, and hereby authorize the above applicant to submit this app ication. �� . �� -� �� / Property Owner's Signature %� � / ; L% Date xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxOFFICE USE ONLYxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx o� Date Filed: Fee � � Receipt # Letter(s) to applicant advising application incomplete: Date application accepted as complete: P.C. study meeting (date)� -j3�- �D P.C. public hearing P.C. Action � �� :� �i1 ��. �'� � � � Appeal to Council? Yes No �' Council meeting date Council Action ( date ) ,;� -�6 -c/f� r: ��• � � '.'• ��'�i,`1 -�� i� CITY OF BURLINGAME SUPPLEMENTAL TO APPLICATION TO THE PLANNING COMMISSION FOR SPECIAL PERMIT APPLICATIONS In order to approve an application for a Special Permit, the Planning Commission is required to make findings as defined by the City's ordinance (Code Section 25.52.020). Please answer the following questions as they apply to your property to show how the findings can be made for your application request. A letter may also be submitted if you need additional space or if you wish to provide additional information for the Planning Commission to consider in their review of your application. Please write neatly in ink or type. 1. Explain why 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. We would like to enclose our Spa in a"Shoji" house specifically designed for spas. It's purpose is to provide more privacy as well as protecting the spa from the weather. 2. Discuss how the proposed use will be located and conducted in a manner in accord with the Burlingame General Plan and Zoning Ordinance. The enclosure will be located in the back yard within the approved distances from the fence. It will rest on a platform made of exposed aggregate with proper drainage. There will be no plumbing running from the house to the spa. The spa is filled with a garden hose. 3. Discuss how the proposed project will be compatible with the aesthetics, mass, bulk and character of the existing neighborhood and potential uses on adjoining properties in the general vicinity. Per Code Section 25.52.020 (3), the Planning Commission may impose such reasonable conditions or restrictions as it deems necessary to secure the purposes of Title 25 (Zoning) in the operation of the use. The spa enclosure is in our back yard and is similar in size to our neighbor's greenhouse which doesn't bother us. Glenn and Kristine Mendelson 475 Cumberland Road Burlingame, CA 94010 (H) 343-1298 (W) 342-8284 CITY OF BURLINGAME PLANNING COMMISSION FEBRUARY 13, 1990 CALL TO ORDER A regular meeting of the Planning Commission, City of Burlingame was called to order by Chairman Ellis on Tuesday, February 13, 1990 at 7:30 P.M. ROLL CALL Present: Commissioners Deal, Ellis, Graham, Jacobs, Kelly, Mink Absent: Commissioner Giomi Staff Present: Margaret Monroe, City Planner; Jerry Coleman, City Attorney; Frank Erbacher, City Engineer; Bill Reilly, Fire Marshal MINUTES - The minutes of the January 22, 1990 meeting were unanimously approved. AGENDA - Order of the agenda approved. ITEMS FOR STUDY 1. TWO SPECIAL PERMITS IN ORDER TO ADD A COVERED SPA AT 475 CUMBERLAND ROAD ZONED R-1 Requests: is structure on a foundation; clarify rear setback; will there be water line from the house to the spa. Item set for public hearing February 26, 1990. 2. SPECIAL PERMIT FOR CLASSES ASSOCIATED WITH A RETAIL SALES AND SERVICE USE AT 1440 CHAPIN AVENUE, ZONED C-1, SUB AREA B 1, BURLINGAME AVENUE COMMER IAL AREA Requests: was there a tenant in this space previously; maximum number of customers/visitors projected; support groups may overlap, there is no parking on the street, how will parking be provided; explain statement in the negative declaration that "maybe" there will be generation of substantial additional vehicular movement and an effect on existing parking; precise times of day when classes will be held. Item set for public hearing February 26, 1990. y------ h .�; � M r _ � �-_ ,. � � ' Y , _J.. . 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MARGARET MONROE CITY PLANNER February 16, 1990 RESOLUTION N0. RESOULTION APPROVING SPECIAL PERMIT RESOLVED by the Planning Commission of the City of Burlingame that: WHEREAS, application has been made for a special permit to construct an enclosed spa at 475 Cumberland Road, Zoned R-1, (A.P.N. 029-163-040) WHEREAS, this Commission held a public hearing on said application on February 26, 1990 at which time it reviewed and considered the staff report and all other written materials and testimony presented at said hearing and found the request to be in conformance with the General Plan and Zoning Ordinance of the City of Burlingame and applicable state planning law; NOW, THEREFORE, it is hereby RESOLVED and DETERMINED by this Planning Commission that said Special Permits are approved, subject to the conditions set forth in Exhibit "A" attached hereto. 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 meetinq of the Planning Commission held on the �6th day of February , 1990 by the following vote: AYES: COMMISSIONERS NOES: COMMISSIONERS ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS SECRETARY Burlingame Planning Commission Minutes Page 2 February 26, 1990 3. VARIANCES FOR LOT COVERAGE AND PARKING AND CONDOMINIUM PERMIT FOR A THREE UNIT PROJECT - 1109 BAYSWATER AVENUE, ZONED R-4 4. TENTATIVE MAP FOR A THREE UNIT COND,OMINIUM - 1109 BAYSWATER AVENUE ZONED R-4 Requests: statement from appZicant�addressing variance findings supporting exceptional c��rcumstances, these should relate to the property; regarding_-t�Yie row of trees on the-..neighbor�s property, would like an arj�Yist to determine if these trees-will be affected by foundatian'�excavation; are the fireplaces worl€�ng or just architectufal detail; how will guest parking be accessed��side the securi-�`y gate. Items 3 and 4 set for public hearing Marci� 12, 1g9f7. ITEMS FOR ACTION 5. TWO SPECIAL PERMITS IN ORDER TO ADD A COVERED SPA AT 475 CUMBERLAND ROAD, ZONED R-1 Reference staff report, 2/26/90, with attachments. ZT Lautenschlager reviewed details of the request, staff review, applicant's letter, study meeting questions. Two conditions were suggested for consideration at the public hearing. Responding to Commission questions staff advised the pool ordinance requires the spa be fully enclosed by a 6' fence; it also requires the spa be located 10' from property lines, the assumption is this will mitigate noise to the neighboring properties. Chm. Ellis opened the public hearing. Glenn Mendelson, applicant, was present. He advised no water service will come from the house, they will fill the spa with a garden hose. There were no audience comments and the public hearing was closed. C. Jacobs saw no reason not to approve this request, the structure will muffle some of the noise and be located 10' from property lines, it will not be detrimental to the neighbors. C. Jacobs moved for approval of the two special permits by resolution with the following conditions: (1) that the project shall be built as shown on the plans submitted to the Planning Department date stamped January 31, 1990 and amended February 16, 1990; and (2) that the project shall meet Uniform Building and Fire Codes as amended by the City of Burlingame. Motion was seconded by C. Mink. In comment on the motion CP stated all neighbors within 300 feet of the site had been noticed. Motion was approved on a 6-0 roll call vote, C. Graham absent. Appeal procedures were advised.