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Home My WebLink About1601 Howard Avenue - Approval Letter� CI�V � �� 8��,+� � 1 ;"�'�, r .�-�;�`!�1. �.',-.,� _�;:L�', � a.� �'�`raana�o � The City of Burlingame CITY HALL • 501 PRIMROSE ROAD TEL: 650.558-7250 PLANNING DEPARTMENT BURLINGAME, CA 94010 FAX: 650.696-3790 August 4, 2006 Margaret Jensen 1601 Howard Avenue Burlingame, CA 94010 Dear Ms. Jensen, Since there was no appeal to or suspension by the City Council, the July 24, 2006, Planning Commission approval of your application for front setback variance became effective August 3, 2006. This application was to allow for a first floor addition at 1601 Howard Avenue, zoned R-1. The July 24, 2006, minutes of the Planning Commission state your application was approved with the following conditions: 1. that the project shall be built as shown on the plans submitted to the Planning Department date stamped June 9, 2006 (Sheets 1 through 10 and L-1) and the plan submitted to the Planning Department stamped July 12, 2006 (Sheet 11), with the following changes: that tile shall be added at the top edge of the roof to visually cover the flashing; that the existing shutters shall be replaced with shutters of the same size and shape; and that a chimney should be added to the gas fireplace on the exterior of the house; and that any changes to the footprint or floor area of the building shall require and amendment to this permit; 2. that the conditions of the Chief Building Official's May 26, 2006 memo, the City Engineer's, Fire Marshal's and NPDES Coordinator's May 30, 2006 memos and the Recycling Specialist's May 31, 2006 memo. 3. 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; 4. that prior to scheduling the framing inspection, the project architect, engineer or other licensed professional shall provide architectural certification that the architectural details such as window locations and bays are built as shown on the approved plans; if there is no licensed professional involved in the project, the property owner or contractor shall provide the certification under penalty of perjury; certifications shall be submitted to the Building Department; :: Register online for the City of Burlingame list serve at ww�v.burlingame.org :: August 4, 2006 1601 Howard Avenue Page 2 5. that prior to final inspection, Planning Department 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; 6. 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; 7. 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 Department; 8. that any changes to the size or envelope of the first or second floors, which would include adding or enlarging a dormer(s), moving or changing windows and architectural features or changing the roof height or pitch, shall be subject to design review; 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 applicant shall comply with Ordinance 1503, the City of Burlingame Storm Water Management and Discharge Control Ordinance; and 11. that the project shall meet all the requirements of the California Building Code and California Fire Code, 2001 edition, as amended by the City of Burlingame. 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. One 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. C: Register online for the City of Burlingame list serve at www.burlin�ame.or� C: August 4, 2006 1601 Howard Avenue Page 3 Sincerely yours, ��2�� Margaret Monroe City Planner 1601 Howard.cca c: Peter Sano 3112 South Court Palo Alto, CA 94306 Chief Deputy Valuation, Assessor's Office (LOT 1 BLOCK 7 BURLINGAME PARK NO 2 RSM B/17; APN 028-293-010) CC Register online for the City of Burlingame list serve at www.burlingame.or� :: a j Project Comments Date: May 26, 2006 To: D City Engineer (650) 558-7230 ❑ Chief Building Official (650) 558-7260 ❑ City Arborist (650) 558-7254 From: Subject: Planning Staff X Recycling Specialist (650) 558-7271 ❑ Fire Marshal (650) 558-7600 ❑ NPDES Coordinator (650) 342-3727 ❑ City Attorney Request for front setback variance for a first floor addition at 1601 Howard Avenue, zoned R-1, APN: 028-293-010 Staff Review: Tuesday, May 30, 2006 Project Comments Date: To; From: Subject: Staff Review: May 26, 2006 ❑ City Engineer (650) 558-7230 X Chief Building Official (650) 558-7260 O City Arborist (650) 558-7254 ❑ Recyciing Specialist (650) 558-7271 � Fire Marshal (650) 558-7600 � NPDES Coordinator (650) 342-3727 ❑ City Attorney Planning Staff Request for front setback variance for a first floor addition at 1601 Howard Avenue, zoned R-1, APN: 028-293-010 Tuesday, May 30, 2006 1) All construction must comply with the 2001 California Building Codes (CBC), the Burlingame Municipal and Zoning Codes, and alf�other State and Federal requirements. 2) Provide fully dimensioned plans. 3) Provide a complete demolition plan that indicates the existing walls, walfs to be demolished, new walls, and a legend. NOTE: The Demolition Permit will not be issued until a Building Permit is issued for the project. 4} Comply with the new, 2005 California Energy Efficiency Standards for low-rise residential buildings. Go to http://www.enerqv.ca.qov/title24 for publications and details. 5) Rooms that can be used for sleeping purposes must have at least one window or door that complies with the egress requirements. 6) Provide guardrails at all landings. NOTE: All landings more than 30" in height at any point are considered in calculating the allowable floor area. Consult the Planning Department for details if your project entails landings more than 30" in height. 7) Provide handrails at all stairs where there are four or more risers. 8) Provide lighting at all exterior landings. 9) The fireplace chimney must terminate at least two feet above any roof surface within ten feet. Reviewed Date: ��1�/ �1 Project Comments Date: May 26, 2006 To: � City Engineer (650) 558-7230 ❑ Chief Building Official (650} 558-7260 � City Arborist (650) 558-7254 From: Subject: Staff Review: Planning Staff ❑ Recycling Specialist (650) 558-7271 � Fire Marshal (650) 558-7600 ❑ NPDES Coordinator (650) 342-3727 0 City Attorney Request for front setback variance for a first floor addition at 1601 Howard Avenue, zoned R-1, APN: 028-293-010 Tuesday, May 30, 2006 No comment at this time. Reviewed by: �.�--� `i��=1�— Date: 3� �'��-� a6 Project Comments Date: May 26, 2006 To: Qf City Engineer (650) 558-7230 0 Chief Building Official � (650) 558-7260 ❑ City Arborist (650) 558-7254 From: Subject: Staff Review: Planning Staff ❑ Recycling Specialist (650) 558-727? O Fire Marshal (650) 558-7600 ❑ NPDES Coordinator (650) 342-3727 ❑ Ciry Attorney Request for front setback variance for a first floor addition at 1601 Howard Avenue, zoned R-1, APN: 028-293-010 Tuesday, May 30, 2006 1. Storm drainage shall be designed to drain towards the street frontage or to the City storm drain system. 2. Replace all displaced/damaged sidewalk, driveway, curb and gutter. 3. Sewer backwater protection certification is required. Contact Public Works — Engineering Division at (650) 558-7230 for additional information. Reviewed by: V V Date: 5/30/2006 Project Comments � Date: May 26, 20Q6 To: � City Engineer (650) 558-7230 � Chief Building Offcial (650) 558-7260 � City Arborist (650) 558-7254 From: Subject: Staff Review: Pfanning Staff � Recycling Specialist (650) 558-7271 � Fire Marshal (650) 558-7600 � NPDES Coordinator (650) 342-3727 � City Attomey Request for front setback variance for a first floor addition at 1601 Howard Avenue, zoned R-1, APN: 028-293-010 Tuesday, May 30, 2006 Any construction project in the City, regardless of size, shall comply with the City NPDES permit requirement to prevent stormwater pollution including but not limited to ensuring that all contractors implement construction Best Management Practices (BMPs). For guidance on what these BMPs are, please refer to the attached brochure. Please include appropriate BMPs as plan notes. Discharge from any construction activity is prohibited from accessing the storm drain system. The public right of way or easement is not allowed to be used as a construction staging area and should not be used for any construction-related activity. Brochures and literatures on stormwater pollution prevention and BMPs are available at the Planning and Building departments. Distribute to all project proponents. For additional assistance, contact Eva J. at 650/342-3727. Reviewed by: .�� Date: 05/30/06