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Home My WebLink About1409 Castillo Avenue - Staff Report (2)City of Burlingame Design Review and Special Permit Address: 1409 Castillo Avenue Item No. 10c Design Review Study Item Meeting Date: December 11, 2023 Request: Application for Design Review and Special Permit for building height for a new, two-story single- unit dwelling and attached garage. Applicant and Architect: DTA Architecture, Antonio Mora APN: 027-174-070 Property Owner: Sean Cafferkey Lot Area: 5,493 SF General Plan: Low Density Residential Zoning: R-1 Project Description: The subject property is an interior lot with an existing single-unit dwelling and an attached garage. The lot slopes up from the street, with an approximately ten-foot difference between the front and rear property lines; the lot also has a cross slope from right to left. The applicant is proposing to demolish the existing dwelling and attached garage and build a new, two-story single-unit dwelling and attached garage. The proposed floor area would be 2,856 SF (0.52 FAR) where 2,857 SF (0.52 FAR) is the maximum allowed (includes covered porch and basement exemptions). The new dwelling would contain four bedrooms. Two parking spaces, one of which must be covered, are required for a four-bedroom house. The new attached one-car garage measures 10' x 18' (clear interior dimensions) and provides the required covered parking space; one uncovered parking space (9' x 18') is provided in the driveway. Staff would note that a Special Permit for an attached garage is not required since the project includes replacing an attached garage in the same location on the lot (C.S. 25.10.035). The subject property slopes upward approximately 10'-0" from the front to the rear of the property which as a result affects the measurement of the overall building height. The proposed finished floor of the house is 9'-5" above average top of curb which closely matches the finished floor of the existing house (existing finished floor is 1'-7" lower than proposed). A Special Permit is required for the proposed building height of 33'-7" (Special Permit required for a height between 30 and 36 feet). All other zoning requirements have been met. The site contains five landscape trees and with this application four of the existing, non-protected sized trees would be removed. The proposed Planting Plan on sheet L1.1 shows eight new 24-inch box landscape trees to be planted on-site. The Parks Division determined that three landscape trees are required on-site; therefore as proposed the project exceeds the requirement of the tree reforestation ordinance. Currently, there are no street trees in front of this property. The Parks Division notes that one street tree will be required to be planted as part of this project. The applicant is requesting the following applications: � Design Review for a new, two-story single-unit dwelling and attached garage (C.S. 25.68.020 (C)(1)(a)); and • Special Permit for building height (33'-7" proposed where 30'-0" is the maximum allowed) (C.S. 25.10.030 and 25.78.020(A)(1). This space intentionally left blank. Design Review and Special Permit 1409 Castillo Avenue 1409 Castillo Avenue Lot Area: 5,493 SF Plans date stam ed: November 14, 2023 PROPOSED � ALLOWED/REQ'D Front Setbacks • (Att Garage): 25'-0" � 25'-0" (single car w/attached garage (1st flr): 19'-4" ! 15'-10" (block average) (2nd flr): 26'-6" j 20'-0" i ...................................... ..-----�-�----.....-----�-�-�-�---_........-�----------------------�- --------------------....---�-�----------------------��--�-�-----------�----�-----�-----�---�-��-�---f............_................-�----------------------------�-----------------------------------�--�------�-�- Side Setbacks I (left): 4'-0" � 4'-0" (righf): 6'-9" 4'-0" - ��- ---._.---._.-------�----_...---�---�--..._._._.._........----�------------------�--------��-------�----------�--------------------................... ..........._..._ ........................�----�-�------------------�---------..._....-�--�----.....------------.. _----�-------------------------��--��-�-�----�-�-----. _. Rear Setbacks I (1st flr): 38'-2" ` 15'-0" (2nd flr): 38'-2" 20'-0" ..._---�----�-----�--..._..---....-�----�-�-�---�-�--------�----------� ............... ........................�----�-----�----------------.._..............,...._....--�------- _....._...--�--------�------------�---.._........._.....-----------------�------------------......------------------------------.................. Lot Coverage: 1,901 SF 2,197 SF 34.6% 40% .._...--�-�----�-------------------•--------._.....---.................----......-------..............._.._....................--�---�--��---�---......-�-�---......_..-----••- �----...-•-----..._.._...---•--•----•-------.......................-------------------•----------------_.._.._...--�-----��------------��------...... FAR: 2,856 SF 2,857 SF' 0.52 FAR 0.52 FAR .._..---�-�---...----�---�------------� ......................�--------------�--....._. -�--� ........... ......................--��---�-----.......................--------------............._.............-�-----.----------�-------��--��--�-�-�--��-�---�---------------------------..........---------�---------------................ # of bedrooms: 4 ! --- ---�---�--� -�-�--�-----------------------.__-�----------��---�-------...--- ......................... ......................................................._......------..................._...........------ ---------------------------��-�--��---�---------------------�-----��-�------------�---------................ 1 covered � 1 covered Off-Street Parking: (10'-0" X 18'-0") (10'-0" X 18'-0") 1 uncovered 1 uncovered (9' x 18') i (9' x 18') -�-� ---- --------------�-----------�---�----........................_........-�---------��-�---................. ._....... � ...... �--�- -��--- � -� - �- -� -----�---------.....---...--------��--�-•--��-��----�-------..._..............------�-------------------------------......-�----�--�-----�--�-----------......._.... Building Height: 33'-7" 2 � 30'-0" ........--��---�-----------------------�-------.........................._.......-�------...._..--�-�-��- �- � --- - ----�--�- ----�------.___.. ------...------��--� --�-�----------------------j�---------------------�-----�-----�--.....--�----------------------------................._...........................--�- Plate Height: j (1st flr): 9'-0" I 9'-0" (2nd flr): 8'-0" � 8'-0° ---...--�------�----....._...----------�---�--�- - -...........-�-�-�--�-�-� ........................_. -----�--...._..........---�---------.._........._...------�----------................--�-�--��--��-�...---�---------------------------------�- - -- --�- --------------------------_......---�--��---------------........... Declining Heighf Envelope: Complies � C.S. 25.10.055 i ' (0.32 x 5,493 SF) + 1,100 SF = 2,857 SF (0.52 FAR) 2 Special Permit requested for building height (33'-7" proposed where 30'-0" is the maximum allowed; Special Permit required for a height between 30 and 36 feet). Summary of Proposed Exterior Materials: • Windows: aluminum clad wood windows with simulated true divided lites • Doors: aluminum clad wood front door; wood sectional garage door • Siding: stained cedar shingles or synthetic alternative; stucco • Roof: composite shingle roof • Other: 2X wood fascia, 4X wood outrigger, 2X wood header, wood belly band Staff Comments: None. -2- Design Review and Special Permit 1409 Castillo Avenue Design Review Criteria: The criteria for design review as established in Ordinance No. 2000 adopted by the City Council on December 6, 2021 are outlined as follows: 1. Consistency with any applicable design guidelines; 2. Compatibility of the architectural style with that of the existing character of the neighborhood; 3. Respect for the parking and garage patterns in the neighborhood; 4. Architectural style and consistency and mass and bulk of structures, including accessory structures; 5. Interface of the proposed structure with the structures on adjacent properties; 6. Landscaping and its proportion to mass and bulk of structural components; and 7. In the case of an addition, compatibility with the architectural style and character of the existing structure as remodeled. Required Findings for Design Review: Any decision to approve a Major Design Review application shall be supported by written findings addressing the criteria set forth in Chapter 25.68. In making such determination, the following findings shall be made: The project is consistent with the General Plan and is in compliance with all applicable provisions of Title 25, all applicable design guidelines, all other City ordinances and regulations, and most specifically, the standards established in the Design Review Criteria above, as applicable. 2. The project will be constructed on a parcel that is adequate in shape, size, topography, and other circumstances to accommodate the proposed development; and 3. The project is designed and arranged to provide adequate consideration to ensure the public health, safety, and general welfare, and to prevent adverse effects on neighboring property. Required Findings for a Special Permit: In order to grant a Special Permit for a second story balcony, the Planning Commission must find that the following conditions exist on the property (Code Section 25.51.020 a-d): (a) The blend of mass, scale and dominant structural characteristics of the new construction or addition are consistent with the existing structure's design and with the existing street and neighborhood; (b) the variety of roof line, facade, exterior finish materials and elevations of the proposed new structure or addition are consistent with the existing structure, street and neighborhood; (c) the proposed project is consistent with the residential design guidelines adopted by the city; and (d) removal of any trees located within the footprint of any new structure or addition is necessary and is consistent with the city's reforestation requirements, and the mitigation for the removal that is proposed is appropriate. Catherine Keylon Senior Planner c. Antonia Mora, DTA Architecture, applicant and architect Sean Cafferkey, property owner Attachments: Project Application Special Permit Application Notice of Public Hearing — Mailed December 1, 2023 Area Map �� n City of Buriingame • Community Development Department • 501 Primrose Road •(650) 558-7250 • plannin�dept@burlin�ame.org , �.1C+IY��R2..:7 B RUNGIM�E Project Application - Planning Division '��., �. t ��I� Type of Application: �✓ Accessory Dwelling Unit ❑ Conditional Use/Minor Use Permit �✓ Design Review ❑ Hillside Area Construction Permit ❑ Minor Modification 0✓ Special Permit ❑ Variance ❑ Other Project Address: 1409 Castillo way Project Description: Assessor's Parcel #: 027-174-070 Zoning: R1 Demo existing single family residence. Construction of a new two story single family residence. New utilities, site work and landscaping. Construction of new Accessory Dwelling Unit, Applicant Property Owner Name: Antonio Mora Name: Sean Cafferkey Address: 1103 Juanita Ave Address: 1362 Desoto Ave ^ Burlingame, CA 94010 Burlingame, CA 94010 Phone: �650) 696-1200 E-mail: am@dtbarch.com _ _ Architect/Designer Name: Richard Terrones Address: 1103 Juanita Ave Burlingame, CA 94010 Phone: �650) 696-1200 E-mail: rt@dtbarch.com Burlingame Business License #: 06868 Phone: �650) 444-1737 E-mail: scaffconstruction@aol.com _ _ __ _._ Authorization to Reproduce Prolect Plans: ' I hereby grant the City of Burlingame the authority to post ' plans submitted with this application on the City's website as part of the Planning approval process and waive any claims against the City arising out of or related to such ' action. " RT (�nitials of Architect/Designer) * Architect/Designer must have a valid Burlingame Business License. Applicant: I hereby certify under penalty of perjury that the information given herein is true and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief. Applicant's signature:��-,.s�f� � _ . Date: �1' 7- Z3 Property Owner: ! am aware of the proposed application and hereby authorize the above applicant to submit this application to the Planning Division. Property owner's signature: � _ Date: � � � � � � DateApplication Received (staff onlyJ: RECE�VE� CITY OF BURLINGAME CDD-PLANNING DIVISION City of Burlingame • Community Development Department • 501 Primrose Road • P(650) 558-7250 • www.burlin�ame.or� a�u-�. �� BURLINGAME '� .,_. ,, _ �il!I �r- � City of Burlingame Special Permit Application (R-1 and �t-2) The Planning Commission is required by law to make findings as defined by the City's Ordinance (Chapter 25.78). Your answers to the following questions can assist the Planning Commission in making the decision as to whether the findings can be made for your request. Refer to the end of this form for assistance with these questions. 1. Explain why the blend of mass, scale and dominant structural characteristics of the new construction or addition are consistent with the existing structure's design and with the existing street and neighborhood. The existing house is a single unit dwelling (SUD) on an up-sloping lot, and will be razed entirely. The new home will be an SUD similar in character to other homes on the block and in the neighborhood. The proposed massing is two stories, with the second story tucked under the roof with attic dormers, so as to NOT present a full second floor layer on top of the first. 2. Explain how the variety of roof line, facade, exterior finish materials and elevations of the proposed new structure or addition are consistent with the existing structure, street and neighborhood. The new structure will have a traditional primary gable roof with outcropping dormers, similar to the traditional homes of the Easton Addition. The exterior finishes, wood trims, fascias and other wood details, will be similar in scale and character as other traditional craftsman style homes, and as encouraged by the Design Guidelines. The proposed height is exacerbated by the up sloping lot, and therefore requires the Special Permit. Though 33'-7" above average top of curb, the house is actually only approximately 27' above adjacent grade - similar to other typical two story homes. 3. How will the proposed project be consistent with the residential design guidelines adopted by the City? The proposed meets the design review criteria established under the Burlingame Ordinances, as follows: 1. The structure is compatible in architectural style with that of the existing character of the neighborhood. 2. The proposed attached garage is similar to many of the existing attached garages in the neighborhood. 3. The architectural style, mass, and bulk is that of a traditional craftsman home in the Easton Additiori, and as encouraged by the Design Guidelines. 4. The proposed home will interface nicely with other residences on the block and will not infringe on the rights of other properties. 5. The proposed landscaping will all be new, and will be compatible in scale and character with the residential use and proposed structure. 4. Explain how the removal of any trees located within the footprint of any new structure or addition is necessary and is consistent with the City's reforestation requirements. What mitigation is proposed for the removal of any trees? Explain why this mitigation is appropriate. There are no protected sized trees that will be removed as part of this project. The only trees being removed are overgrown and woody. The new landscaping wil! include new landscape trees, intended to meet or exceed the City's reforestation requirements and goals. C1TY Of BURLINGAME � COMMUNITY DEVEIOPMENT DEPAR"�MENT 8URL1NGkME 5D1 PRIMROSE ROAD 6URLINGAME, CA 9401Q PH:(65Qj5S8-7250 wvrw.burlingam�e.org Project Site: i4Q9 Cdstillo Avenue, ianed R-t The City of Burlingame Planning tommission announces the follawing pu6lic hearing on MondaY. Deterrtber 11, 2023 at 7:OQ P.M. You may attend the meeting in parson at Gty HaH (Spi Primrose Rd) or online at www.taam.us�'jain or by phome af (346}248-7199: Meeting I0: 883 4212 I984 Passcade: 64$821 Destription: Appfication far Desig� Reriew and Special Per�it for building height For a new, two-story single-unit dwelling with an uttoched garage. Members of the public may spenk in person at the meeting or provide comments by email fo publiccommer�tc�burlingame.org. For mare infarmat�on, p�ease visit www.burlingame.argJpcmeetings N4ailed: D�ecember 1, 2023 (Please refer io other sideJ PUBLIC HEARING NOTicE ,. . . _ . .,, � ._ , ,., , � ... ,,. , , r. , • < C�ty mf 8urlingame - Public Hearirag 1Vntice If y�u have any questions about this appllcation or would like to schedule an appointment to aiew a hard capy af the application and p4ans, please sencf an email to plannin�de�t@burlin�ame.or� or call (650j 558-7250. Individuals wha require special �ssistartce or a disability-related modification or accommodation to participate in this meeting, or who have a disability and wish to request an altemative format for the ag�enda, rneeting notice, agenda packet or other writings that may be distributed, should contact ti�e Planning Division at plannin�deptt�burlingame.or� or (650j 558-7250 by 10 am on the day of the meeting. If you cF�allenge the suf�)ect applicadon(sj in court, you may be limiteci ta raising only those issues you or someone else raised at Che pubtic hearing, described in the notice or in writt�n correspondence delivered to the city at or privr to the public hearing. Property owners who receive this notice are responsible for informing their tenants about this notice. Kevin Gardiner, AICP Community Development Dire�ctor (Please refer to athersrde) �a � v�Q `� � �4 �� `"�� r: g �� '�;� `�C�� ` �- �� a �� `� �,� d �'�� ''�� ,�� c� Q�r ``� ��3' Q � c%G'r � �� a3� 4� �� _ �9- �q � �fir�� 4 w�'� �� C�i J ,. '�� h _ �� ,��`� �� a �� `��Q ��,� ,�� ;;�: �� Q _ �� = �� . �� d`' � �� _ � � �% ;,, � � a �4 c,� �, :r �° r� �� ' � �a � �fi� r`(�. '1.�h.'.o. � ��~-'. �� . ;�� ... �S�ja Q � � " �` ,'� Q� ` ' r,� �Q � Q�� C' Q �;+�� '� ��,Q �"� �� r� Q �`� �� Q � ^ � �,� � �� , � J� ��4 � ��.} � � �� < �2�a� �� 7' ��a � � ��M1� � �V' ( `{i �� n q� � � �� -� � � � �� c�� G� '��`� . 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