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Design Review and Special Permit
Address: 1409 Castillo Avenue
Item No. 8a
Consent Calendar Item
Meeting Date: January 22, 2024
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
Environmental Review Status: The project is Categorically Exempt from review pursuant to the California
Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), per Section 15303 (a) of the CEQA Guidelines, which states that
construction of a limited number of new, small facilities or structures, including one single-unit residence, or
a second dwelling unit in a residential zone, is exempt from environmental review. In urbanized areas, this
exemption may be applied to the construction or conversion of up to three (3) single-unit residences as part
of a project.
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 befinreen 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).
Design Review and Special Permit 1409 Castillo Avenue
1409 Castillo Avenue
Lot Area: 5,493 SF Plans date stam ed: Januar 9, 2024"
PROPOSED � ALLOWED/REQ'D
Front Setbacks �
(Att Garage): 25'-0" '! 25'-0" (single car w/attached garage
(1st flr): 19'-4" i 15'-10" (block average)
(2nd flr): 26'-6" ; 20'-0"
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Side Setbacks '
(/eft): 4'-0" • 4'-0"
(right): 6'-9" j 4'-0"
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Rear Setbacks �
(1st flr): 38'-2" � 15'-0"
(2nd flr): 38'-2" � 20'-0"
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Lot Coverage: 901 SF I 2 197 SF
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FAR: 2,856 SF f 2,857 SF'
0.52 FAR � 0.52 FAR
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# of bedrooms: 4 ---
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1 covered i 1 covered
Ofif-Street Parking: (10'-0" X 18'-0") (10'-0" X 18'-0")
1 uncovered 1 uncovered
(9' x 18') } (9' x 18')
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Buildin Hei ht: 33'-7" 2 � 30'-0"
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P/ate Height: i
(1st flr): 9'-0" � 9'-0"
(2nd flr): 8'-0" � 8'-0"
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Declining Height Envelope: Complies � C.S. 25.10.055
* The revised plans dated January 9, 2024 include no changes to the zoning code standards provided in
this table.
' (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.
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Design Review Study Meeting: At the Planning Commission Design Review Study meeting on December
11, 2023, the Commission complimented the design of the project and requested that a rendering be provided.
The Commission also had questions related to the exterior lighting at the front of the house and the finish of
the front stairs. The Commission voted to place this item on the Consent Calendar when all information has
been submitted and reviewed by the Planning Division (see attached December 11, 2023 Planning
Commission Minutes).
The applicant submitted a response letter and revised plans and rendering, dated January 9, 2024, to address
the Planning Commission's comments. Staff would note that the revised plans address the Commission's
comments, but do not include changes to any of the zoning criteria (no change to setbacks, building envelope,
lot coverage or FAR).
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.
Suggesfed Findings for Design Review:
The proposed new single-unit dwelling is consistent with the General Plan designation of Low Density
Residential and is in compliance with all applicable provisions of Title 25; the proposed dwelling is
consistent with the design guidelines; that the mass and bulk of the proposed structure is in scale with
the lot and in relation to neighboring properties, and that architectural details follow a traditional design,
including the aluminum clad wood windows with simulated true divided lites, aluminum clad wood front
door, wood sectional garage door with stained cedar shingles with wood trim, wood fascia, roof eave
brackets and horizontal band, making the project compatible with the character of the neighborhood.
2. The project will be constructed on a parcel that is adequate in shape, size, topography, and other
circumstances to accommodate the proposed development as shown on the proposed plans.
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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 because the
project complies with setback, lot coverage, floor area ratio, declining height envelope, and parking
requirements (with a Special Permit request for building height).
For these reasons, the project may be found to be compatible with the requirements of the City's design
review criteria.
Required Findings for a Special Permit: In order to grant a Special Permit for a building height, 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.
Suggested Special Permit Findings (Building Height):
The blend of mass, scale, and dominant structural characteristics of the new dwelling are consistent
with the character of the street and compliment the neighborhood with a unique style of its own.
2. The variety of roof line, fa�ade, exterior finish materials, and elevations of the proposed new dwelling
are consistent with the existing street and neighborhood in that the added height results from the
topography of the lot and if the lot did not slope upward by approximately 10'-0" from the front to the
rear of the property, then the proposed building height would be under the maximum building height.
3. The proposed project is consistent with the residential design guidelines adopted by the City in that
the proposed structure is compatible with the requirements of the City's design review criteria as noted
above.
For these reasons, the project may be found to be compatible with the requirements of the City's Special
Permit criteria.
Planning Commission Action: The Planning Commission should conduct a public hearing on the application
and consider public testimony and the analysis contained within the staff report. Action should include specific
findings supporting the Planning Commission's decision and should be affirmed by resolution of the Planning
Commission. The reasons for any action should be stated clearly for the record. 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 Division date stamped
January 9, 2024, sheets A0.0 through A8.1, sheet L1.1 through L2.1 and BMP1.1;
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�;
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3. that any changes to the size or envelope of the basement, first or second floors, or garage, which
would include adding or enlarging a dormer(s), shall require an amendment to this permit;
4. 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;
5. that demolition for 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;
6. 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;
7. 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;
8. 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;
9. that the project shall meet all the requirements of the California Building and Uniform Fire Codes, in
effect at time of building permit submittal, 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:
10. 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;
11. that prior to scheduling the foundation inspection, a licensed surveyor shall locate the property corners,
set the building footprint and certify the first-floor elevation of the new structure(s) based on the
elevation at the top of the form boards per the approved plans; this survey shall be accepted by the
City Engineer;
12. that 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 Division; and
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14. that prior to final inspection, Planning Division staffwill 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.
Catherine Keylon
Senior Planner
Antonia Mora, DTA Architecture, applicant and architect
Sean Cafferkey, property owner
Attachments:
December 11, 2023 Planning Commission Minutes
Applicant's Response Letter, dated January 9, 2024
Project Application Form
Special Permit Application Form
Planning Commission Resolution (Proposed)
Notice of Public Hearing — Mailed January 12, 2024
Area Map
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Meeting Minutes
Planning Commission
BURLINGAME CITY HALL
501 PRIMROSE ROAD
BURLINGAME, CA 94010
Monday, December 11, 2023 7:00 PM Council Chambers/Online
c. 1409 Castillo Avenue, zoned R-1- Application for Design Review and Special Permit for
building height for a new, two-story single-unit dwelling and attached garage. (Antonio
Mora, DTA Architecture, applicant and architect; Sean Cafferkey, property owner) (55
noticed) Staff Contact: Catherine Keylon
attachments: 1409 Castillo Ave - Staff Report
1409 Castillo Ave - Attachments
1409 Castillo Ave - Plans
All Commissioners have visited the project site. Planning Manager Hurin provided an overview of the staff
report.
Chair Pfaff opened the public hearing.
Richard Terrones, designer, represented the applicant and answered questions regarding the application.
Public Comments:
> There were no public commenfs.
Chair Pfaff closed the public hearing.
Commission DiscussioNDirection:
> Please provide 3D rendering.
> Consider adding lights on the sidewall of the stairs and the left side of the garage.
> I was pleasantly surprised, this is a creative design. The front fa gade is different but fits the
neighborhood. It /ooks great.
> It is beautifu/ and very well done. It's got personality but is rooted in traditions. Very interesting and
nice.
> It is not just a copy of the ones in the neighborhood; it is actually a stretch beyond. You did a great
job.
> I was really impressed. The design is going for the early 20th century design, it is pretty evident. I
appreciate all the single-sty/e cues and how the roof pitch works. I am inferested in how this might look
because of how high it is from across the streef. I visited the site and you can see a/most all the fa gade.
But there has been a decent amounf of attention given to that side. I especially like the garage dormer,� it
is an interesting detail.
> With the beautifu/ design of the house, it definitely has its own character and interest. When
considering the average front and rear e/evation, from that point to the top of the roof ridge /ooks like
under 30 feet. 1 can see supporting fhe Special Permit for height application.
Commissioner Tse made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Comaroto, to place the item on
the Consent Calendar. The motion carried by the following vote:
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Planning Commission Meeting Minutes December 11, 2023
Aye: 7- Comaroto, Horan, Lowenthal, Pfaff, Schmid, Shores, and Tse
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10 November 2024
Ciry of Burlingame
Building Department
501 Primrose Road
Burlingame, CA 94010
Re: Cafferkey Residence
1409 Castillo Ave.
Plan Check Comments received 12 December 2023
The following information is provided to assist your department in rechecking the subject documents.
The original plan check consisted of written comments from various departments. We have responded to those comments and made
appropriate changes to the drawings.
Below is a list of responses to the plan check comments. They are listed in the order they appear on the original comment pages. Each
comment explains our response and locates any changes within the drawings.
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DTA Item # De artment Item Comment Res onse Location
Plannin Comments
1 Please provide a rendering of the proposed project. Rendering has been included in A8.1
lan submittal.
2 Clarify if the concrete stairs at the front will have a finish or Note has been added to site plans A
other details. that concrete stairs, walkway, and 1
landing will have a tile finish. .
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3 Will you have lighting on the front stairs or the garage? Note added to plans that aisle lights A1.1,A2.1 A4.1
will be provided at side walls of
steps. Note added to elevations to
provide a light fixture at the front of
the ara e.
If there are any further questions or comments regarding the project, please contact our Office at 650 696 1200.
Richard Terrones / Antonio Mora
City of Burlingame
Plan Check Response - 1
01/09/2024
City of Burlingame • Community Development Department • 501 Primrose Road •(650) 558-7250 • plannin�dept@burlin�ame.org
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Type of Application: Q Accessory Dwelling Unit ❑ Conditional Use/Minor Use Permit
� Design Review ❑ Hillside Area Construction Permit ❑ Minor Modification
0 Special Permit ❑ Variance ❑Other
1409 Castillo way
Project Address: _. Assessor's Parcel #: 027-174-070 Zoning: R1
Project Description:
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
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Architect/Designer
Name: Richard Terrones
Address: 1103 Juanita Ave
Burlingame, CA 94010
Phone: �650) 696-1200
Phone: �650) 444-1737
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E-mail: scaffconstruction@aol.com
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Authorization to Reproduce Proiect 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. �
E-mail: rt@dtbarch.com RT {Initials of Architect/Designer)
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Burlingame Business License #: _ * 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:c�%� _ __ _ __ Date: _ �' %- 23
Property Owner: I 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: ` � � � � �
Date Applicatian Received (staff onlyJ:
RECEIVED
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SPECIAL PERMIT FOR HEIGHT
City of Burlingame
Special Permit Application (R-1 and R-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 Addition, 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 will include new landscape
trees, intended to meet or exceed the City's reforestation requirements and goals.
RESOLUTION APPROVING CATEGORICAL EXEMPTION, DESIGN REVIEW AND
SPECIAL PERMIT
RESOLVED, by the Planning Commission of the City of Burlingame that:
WHEREAS, a Categorical Exemption has been prepared and application has been made for DesiQn
Review and Special Permit for heiqht for a new, two-story sinqle-unit dwellinq and attached qaraqe at
1409 Castillo Avenue, zoned R-1, Sean and Erika Cafferkev propertv owner APN� 027-174-070�
WHEREAS, said matters were heard by the Planning Commission of the City of Burlingame on January
22, 2024, 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 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 Section 15303 (a), which states that construction of a limited number
of new, small facilities or structures including one single family residence or a second dwelling
unit in a residential zone is exempt from environmental review. In urbanized areas, up to three
single-family residences maybe constructed or converted under this exemption, is hereby
approved.
2. Said Design Review and Special Permit are approved subject to the conditions set forth in Exhibit
"A" attached hereto. Findings for such Design Review and Special Permit are 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.
Chairperson
�, , 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 22nd dav of Januarv. 2024 by the following vote:
Secretary
EXHIBIT "A"
Conditions of Approval for Categorical Exemption, Design Review and Special Permit
1409 Castillo Avenue
Effective February 1, 2024
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that the project shall be built as shown on the plans submitted to the Planning Division date
stamped January 9, 2024, sheets A0.0 through A8.1, sheet L1.1 through L2.1 and BMP1.1;
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 basement, first or second floors, or garage,
which would include adding or enlarging a dormer(s), shall require an amendment to this
perm it;
4. 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;
5. that demolition for 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;
6. 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;
7. 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;
8. 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;
9. that the project shall meet all the requirements of the California Building and Uniform Fire
Codes, in effect at time of building permit submittal, 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:
10. 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;
EXHIBIT "A"
Conditions of Approval for Categorical Exemption, Design Review and Special Permit
1409 Castillo Avenue
Effective February 1, 2024
Page 2
11. that prior to scheduling the foundation inspection, a licensed surveyor shall locate the property
corners, set the building footprint and certify the first-floor elevation of the new structure(s)
based on the elevation at the top of the form boards per the approved plans; this survey shall
be accepted by the City Engineer;
12. that 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 Division; 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.
CITY Of BURLINGAME
COMMUNITY DEVEIAPMENT DEPARTMENT
BURUNGAME 501 PRIMROSE ROAD
BURIJNGAME, CA 94010
PH:j650j558-7250
www.burlingame.org
Project Sifo: 1409 Castilla Av�. zan�d R-1
The [it�r of Burli�ame Planning [ommission onnounces ihe
following public heoring on Monda�r, Jonuary 2Z, YOZ4 at
7:00 P.M. You may aftend the meetlng in person at Citp Hall
(S01 Primrose Rd� or online at ww�r.:oam.uslioin or br phone at
1-669�14-91)l:
Meeting ID: 852 3616 6145 Posscode: ,�1188
Description: Applicatioe for Design teview and Special Pormit
for building height for a neW, tro-story single-unit drelling and
attached garoge.
Members of the public mar speak in person at the meeting or
p�oride commeMs by emoil to Qubliccomment�burlinqame.org.
For more infornation, pleas� risil r�w.burdnpame.org�paneetinps
Moiled: lonuory 12, 202�
(Please refer to other side/
PUBLIC HEARING
NOTICE
�Ity of 8urlingame - Pu61ir Hearrn9 Notrce
If you have any questions about this application or would like t4 schedule an
appointment to view a hard copy of the application and plans, please send an email to
olannir�gdent@burlinaame.or¢ or call (550) 558-7250.
Individuals who require special assistance or a disability-related modificallon or
accommodation to participate in this meeting, or wha have a disability and wish to
request an alternative format fo� the agenda, meedng nodce, agenda packet or other
writings that may be distributed, should contact the Planning Division at
alanninadent@burlinaame.org or (650} 558-7250 by 10 am on the day of the meeting.
!f you chaNenge the subject application(s) in court, you may be limited to raising onFy
those issues you or someone else raised at the pubfic hearing, described in the notice
or in written co�respondence delivered to the city at or prior to the public hearing.
ProPerty owners who reteive this notice are responsible for informing their tenants
about this notice.
Kevin Gardiner, AICP
Community De�elopment Director (aleose r%r to other sideJ
1409 Castillo Avenue
300' noticing
APN: 027-174-070
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