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1509 Bernal Avenue
City of Burlingame
Design Review
Item No. 7a
Consent Calendar
Address: 1509 Bernal Avenue Meeting Date: September 9, 2019
Request: Application for Design Review for a new, two-story single family dwelling and a detached garage.
Applicant and Designer: James Chu, Chu Design Associates
Property Owner: Ljs LLC
General Plan: Low Density Residential
APN: 026-034-100
Lot Area: 6,000 SF
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), 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 may be
constructed or converted under this exception.
Project Description: The subject property is an interior lot. The applicant proposes to demolish the existing
single -story house with a detached garage in the rear yard. A new, two-story house with a detached garage is
proposed on the site.
The proposed new house and detached garage will have 3,378 SF (0.56 FAR) of floor area where 3,420 SF
(0.57 FAR) is the maximum allowed (including front -facing covered porch exemptions).
There are a total of 13 existing trees on the property, two of which are protected sized. With this application,
nine existing trees are proposed to be removed, one of which is protected sized (Birch tree located at the front of
the lot). The applicant submitted an arborist report prepared by Ellyn Shea, Consulting Arborist, dated December
10, 2018, which includes recommendations for tree removal and pruning.
There will be a total of five bedrooms in the proposed main dwelling. A total of three on -site parking spaces are
required, two of which must be covered. The detached garage provides two covered parking spaces (20' x 20'
clear interior dimensions) and an uncovered parking space is provided in the driveway leading to the garage. All
other Zoning Code requirements have been met. The applicant is requesting the following application:
■ Design Review for anew, two-story single family dwelling and detached garage (C.S. 25.57.010 (a) (1)).
1509 Bernal Avenue
Lot Area: 6,000 SF
Plans date stamped: August 27, 2019
PROPOSED
ALLOWED/REQUIRED
Front Setback (1st fir):
21'-6"
I 16'-7" (block average)
(2nd fir):
20'-0"
20'-0"
Side Setback (left):
11'-0"
4'-0"
(right):
5'-011
4'-0"
Rear Setback (1st fir):
33'-6"
15'-0"
(2nd fir):
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43'-6"
20'-0"
Lot Coverage:
2,151 SF
2,400 SF
35.4%
40%
FAR:
3,378 SF
3,420 SF'
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0.56 FAR
.................11 ............................................
0.57 FAR
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# of bedrooms:
5
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PROPOSED ALLOWED/REQUIRED
Off -Street Parking:
2 covered 2 covered
(20' x 20') (20' x 20')
1 uncovered 1 uncovered
............................................. ........................ ....................................
(9' x 20') (9' x 20')
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Building Height:
30'-0" 30'-0"
DH Envelope: I Complies using window enclosure ! C.S. 25.26.075
exemption
(0.32 x 6,000 SF) + 1,100 SF + 400 = 3,420 SF (0.57 FAR)
Summary of Proposed Exterior Materials:
• Windows: aluminum clad wood casement window with wood trim and simulated true divided lites.
• Doors: wood doors on house; wood garage door.
• Siding: wood horizontal siding.
• Roof: composition shingle roofing.
• Other: stone base veneer.
Staff Comments: None.
Design Review Study Meeting: At the Planning Commission Design Review Study meeting on August 12,
2019, the Commission had several comments regarding the fireplace vent and addressing concerns from the
adjacent neighbor (see attached August 12, 2019 Planning Commission Minutes). The Commission voted to
place the project on the Consent Calendar.
The applicant submitted a response letter dated August 27, 2019, and revised plans date stamped August 27,
2019, to address the Planning Commission's comments.
Please refer to the copy of the August 12, 2019, Planning Commission minutes included in the staff report for the
list of Planning Commission comments. Although the designer will be available to address additional
comments/questions from the Commission during his presentation at the action hearing, listed below are the
summarized revisions to the project and plans provided by the applicant.
1. Retaining existing fence between 1515 Bernal Avenue and revised landscape plan to address concerns
expressed by the adjacent neighbor at 1515 Bernal Avenue about the existing trees near her property.
2. Partial section provided through front porch.
3. Window above shower has been revised on Right Elevation.
4. Missing window in powder room has been properly added.
5. Window in bedroom #1 has been shifted from behind door.
6. Direct vent through chimney has been provided for fireplace in great room.
Design Review Criteria: The criteria for design review as established in Ordinance No. 1591 adopted by the
Council on April 20, 1998 are outlined as follows:
1. Compatibility of the architectural style with that of the existing character of the neighborhood;
2. Respect for the parking and garage patterns in the neighborhood;
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3. Architectural style and mass and bulk of structure;
4. Interface of the proposed structure with the structures on adjacent properties; and
5. Landscaping and its proportion to mass and bulk of structural components.
Suggested Findings for Design Review: The architectural style of the proposed new house is similar to the
existing home and is consistent with the existing character of the neighborhood. The proposed project includes a
detached garage at the rear of the property, which is consistent with the garage patterns within the
neighborhood. The project proposes a variety of materials including composition shingle roofing, wood siding,
wood doors, and aluminum clad wood casement windows with simulated true divided lite grids and wood trim.
The articulation provides visual interest on all elevations and the architectural elements of the proposed
craftsman style structure compliment the neighborhood; for these reasons the project may be found to be
compatible with the requirements of the City's five design review 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:
that the project shall be built as shown on the plans submitted to the Planning Division date stamped
August 27, 2019, sheets Al through A6, N.2, and L1.1 and L2.1;
2. that prior to issuance of a building permit, a Protected Tree Removal Permit and arborist report shall be
submitted to the City Arborist for removal of the existing 26.5-inch diameter Betula Pendulla tree located
at the front of the property;
3. 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 staff);
4. that any changes to the size or envelope of the first or second floors, or garage which would include
adding or enlarging a dormer (s), shall require an amendment to this permit;
5. 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; 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;
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 flies 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;
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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. 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
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 build according to the
approved Planning and Building plans.
Michelle Markiewicz
Assistant Planner
c. James Chu, Chu Design Associates, designer and applicant
Ljs LLC, property owner
Attachments:
August 12, 2019 Planning Commission Minutes
Applicant's Response Letter, dated August 27, 2019
Application to the Planning Commission
Arborist Report, prepared by Ellyn Shea, Consulting Arborist, dated December 10, 2018
Planning Commission Resolution
Notice of Public Hearing — Mailed August 30, 2019
Area Map
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City of Burlingame BURLINGAME CITY HALL
501 PRIMROSE ROAD
BURLINGAME BURLINGAME, CA 94010
'"' Meeting Minutes
Planning Commission
Monday, August 12, 2019 7:00 PM Council Chambers
C. 1509 Bernal Avenue, zoned R-1 - Application for Design Review for a new two-story
single family dwelling and detached garage. (James Chu, Chu Design Associates, Inc.,
applicant and designer; Ljs LLC, property owner) (118 noticed) Staff Contact: Michelle
Markiewicz
Attachments: 1509 Bernal Ave - Staff Report
1509 Bernal Ave - Attachments
1509 Bernal Ave - Plans
All Commissioners had visited the property. Commissioner Gaul talked with the neighbor across the street
at 1512 Bernal Avenue.
Associate Planner Kolokihakaufisi provided an overview of the staff report.
There were no questions of staff.
Vice Chair Kelly opened the public hearing.
James Chu, Chu Design Associates, represented the applicant.
Commission Questions/Comments:
> Has the survey and location of the fence been discussed with the neighbor on the right? The existing
fence is set back from the property line, but if it is removed and rebuilt on the property line it could
conflict with planting they have on their side. It is within the rights of the property owner to rebuild the
fence in the correct location, but should coordinate with neighbor so they are not surprised.
> How does the first floor plate height relates to the eve overhangs? It seems the overhangs and eaves
seem pretty high relative to the plate height. (Chu: In most cases the second story is situated directly
above the first story. Here has extended the floor joists have to the plate/beam, which makes it easier for
the sheer transfer.) Should provide a section or partial section to clarify.
> Windows above the shower/tub in the bathrooms should be shorter. (Chu: Drawing error, should be
square.)
> Window in the powder room does not show in the elevation. (Chu: Drawing error.)
> Consider shifting the window in Bedroom #1 out from behind door. Would then align nicely underneath
the window above. (Chu: Agree.)
Public Comments:
Camille Hoogasian, 1515 Bernal Avenue: Concern with the fence, and with the trees. All the large trees are
on their property line but impacts her property. Roots have lifted the driveway and garage, and have
disrupted the sewer line. Curious about the french doors facing her house, and fireplace along the property
line, unfamiliar with vent rather than chimney. Currently multiple families live in the house. Recently there
were sewer problems at the house. A tree on the property fell last year and crushed a car on her property.
They are birch trees. The property is not being maintained.
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Vice Chair Kelly closed the public hearing.
Commission Discussion.
> Planning staff can get in touch with the neighbor to discuss her concerns.
> Design of the house is quite nice.
> Might be good to have the fireplace vent go out the top with a chimney, so that mechanical noise and
fumes do not interfere with the neighbor.
> There are two pairs of french doors, could eliminate one set in consideration of the neighbor.
> Side -facing french door is set back 20 feet from the fence. Does not ordinarily use privacy as a
criteria.
Commissioner Sargent made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Tse, to place the item on the
Consent Calendar. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5 - Sargent, Kelly, Terrones, Tse, and Gaul
Absent: 2 - Comaroto, and Loftis
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August 27, 2019
City of Burlingame
Planning Commission
501 Primrose Rd
Burlingame, CA 94010
Re: New residence at
1509 Bernal Ave
Burlingame, CA 94010
Dear Planning Commissioner:
We have revised the plans per your design review comments:
1. The existing fence between 1515 Bernal Ave (right side neighbor) to be remained, pis see
site plan on sheet A.2, and landscape plan.
2. Partial section through front porch provided on sheet A.6
3. Windows above tub/shower has been revised, pls see sheet A.4 & A.5
4. Missing window for powder room added, pls see sheet A.5
5. Window in bedroom #1 has been shifted from behind door, pls see A.4
6. Direct vent through chimney has been provided for fireplace in great room.
In addition to above, Ms. Camille Hoogasian (right side neighbor lives on 1515 Bernal Ave)
would like us to remove tree # 1, 2, 9, 10 & 11 due to the tree roots lifting her driveway and
foundation at her garage, which we agreed. Pls see revised site plan sheet A.2 and landscape
plan.
Thank you for your time in reviewing the revised plan, we will be happy to answer any question
at the meeting.
Sincerely,
James Chu
Chu Design
55 West 43rd Avenue San Mateo, CA 94403 Phone: (650)345-9286 Fax: (650)345-
9287
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT • 501 PRIMROSE ROAD • BURLINGAME, CA 94010
p: 650.558.7250 • f: 650.696.3790 • www.burlingame.org
APPLICATION TO THE PLANNING COMMISSION
Type of application:
® Design Review ❑ Variance
❑ Conditional Use Permit ❑ Special Permit
PROJECT ADDRESS: 1509 BERNAL AVE.
APPLICANT
Name: JAMES CHU
Address: 55 W. 43RD AVE.
City/State/Zip: SAN MATEO, CA 94403
Phone: 650-345-9286 x104
E-mail: fames@chudesign.com
ARCHITECT/DESIGNER
Name: CHU DESIGN ASSOCIATES
Address: 55 W. 43RD AVE.
City/State/Zip: SAN MATEO, CA 94403
Phone: 650-345-9286 x104
E-mail: fames@chudesign.com
Burlingame Business License #: 22684
❑ Parcel #: 026-034-100
❑ Zoning / Other:
PROPERTY OWNER
Name: JORDAN JUROW & CAROLYN SHMUNIS
Address: 1509 BERNAL AVE.
City/State/Zip:
Phone:
E-mail:
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Authorization to Reproduce Project Plans:
I hereby grant the City of Burlingame the authority to reproduce upon request and/or 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. is (Initials of Arch itect/Designer)
PROJECT DESCRIPTION: NEW TWO-STORY RESIDENCE W/ DETACHED 2-CAR GARAGE
AFFIDAVIT/SIGNATURE: I hereby cedify'under nalty of perjury that the information given herein is true and correct to the
best of my knowledge and belief. /
Applicant's signature: Z___.. _ Date: 4/ 24L2 07
I am aware of the proposed application and hereby horize the above applicant to submit this application to the Planning
Commission.
Property owner's signature: Date:
Date submitted:
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Ellyn Shea, Consulting Arborist
ISA Certified Arborist # WE-5476A - ISA Qualified Tree Risk Assessor
ASCA Registered Consulting Arborist #516
2085 Hayes Street, Suite 100 San Francisco, CA 941170 Phone: 415/846-0190 • E-Mail: ellyn.shea@sbcglobal.n
Carolyn Shmunis
December 10, 2018
Assignment
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CITY OF BURLINGAME
CDD-PLANNING DIV
• Identify and locate trees on site at 1509 Bernal Avenue in Burlingame.
• Measure their trunk circumference at 54 inches.
• Determine which trees are protected according to City of Burlingame ordinance.
• Document trees to be preserved and removed according to the City of Burlingame Residential Design
Review Checklist.
• Provide a written report with photographs to support a Protected Tree Removal Permit Application for
submittal to the City of Burlingame Parks and Recreation Department.
Summary
13 trees were considered:
• 2 trees are protected according to City ordinance (Trunk circumference of 48 inches or more at 54
inches from the ground.
• No protected trees are to be removed.
• 4 unprotected trees are to be removed.
Observations
I looked at the trees on November 29, 2018. The tree data is in the table on the next page. Tree numbers
correspond to numbers on the map on page 3. Photographs of each tree are included at the end of this report.
All trees observed are on the subject property, with no overhanging trees from neighboring properties.
Recommendations
• Submit this report along with the rest of your submittal to the Planning Commission for design review.
• Since no protected trees are to be removed, no removal permit should be necessary unless the City
requires otherwise.
• Remove all trees and stumps slated for removal prior to the start of construction.
• Prune tree #11 to make the canopy more symmetric at the same time that #12 is being removed. Do
not remove more than 25% of the living foliage.
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ISA Certified Arborist # WE-5476A - ISA Qualified Tree Risk Assessor
ASCA Registered Consulting Arborist #516
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2085 Hayes Street, Suite 100 San Francisco, CA 941170 Phone: 415/846-0190 • E-Mail: ellyn.shea@sbcglobal.net
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Tree Data Table
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number
Species
Circumference
Protected?
Remove/
Preserve
1
Betula pendula
53
yes
Preserve
2
Betula pendula
4.2
no
Preserve
3
Podocar us gracilior
27
no
Remove
4
Ligustrum lucidum
19
no
Preserve
5
Citrus Iimon
26
no
Remove
6
Betula pendula
63
yes
Preserve
7
Ligustrum lucidum
35
no
Preserve
Ligustrum l ucidurn
47
no
Preserve
9
Ligustrum lucidum
42
no
Preserve
14
Ligustrum lucidum
31
no
Preserve
11
Betula pendula
43
no
Preserve
12
Betulapendula
47
no
Remove
13
Podocarpus gracilior
17
no
Remove
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Assumptions and Limiting Conditions
1. Any legal description provided to the consultant is assumed to be correct. Title and ownership of all property considered are
assumed to be good and marketable. No responsibility is assumed for matters legal in character. Any and all property is
appraised or evaluated as though free and clear, under responsible ownership and competent management.
2. It is assumed that any property is not in violation of any applicable codes, ordinances, statutes or other governmental
regulations.
3. Care has been taken to obtain all information from reliable sources. All data has been verified insofar as possible. The
consultant can neither guarantee nor be responsible for the accuracy of information provided by others.
4. Various diagrams, sketches and photographs in this report are intended as visual aids and are not to scale, unless specifically
stated as such on the drawing. These communication tools in no way substitute for nor should be construed as surveys,
architectural or engineering drawings.
5. Loss or alteration of any part of this report invalidates the entire report.
6. Possession of this report or a copy thereof does not imply right of publication or use for any purpose by any other than the
person to whom it is addressed, without the prior written or verbal consent of the consultant.
7. This report is confidential and to be distributed only to the individual or entity to whom it is addressed. Any or all of the
contents of this report may be conveyed to another party only with the express prior written or verbal consent of the
consultant. Such limitations apply to the original report, a copy, facsimile, scanned image or digital version thereof.
8. This report represents the opinion of the consultant. In no way is the consultant's fee contingent upon a stipulated result,
the occurrence of a subsequent event, nor upon any finding to be reported.
9. The consultant shall not be required to give testimony or to attend court by reason of this report unless subsequent
contractual arrangements are made, including payment of an additional fee for such services as described in the fee schedule,
an agreement or a contract.
10. Information contained in this report reflects observations made only to those items described and only reflects the condition
of those items at the time of the site visit. Furthermore, the inspection is limited to visual examination of items and
elements at the site, unless expressly stated otherwise. There is no expressed or implied warranty or guarantee that problems
or deficiencies of the plants or property inspected may not arise in the future.
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ASCA Registered Consulting Arborist #516
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2085 Hayes Street, Suite 100 San Francisco, CA 941170 Phone: 415/846-0190 • E-Mail: ellyn.shea@sbcglobal.net
Disclosure Statement
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Arborists are tree specialists who use their education, knowledge, training, and experience to examine trees, recommend
measures to enhance the beauty and health of trees, and attempt to reduce the risk of living near trees. Clients may choose to
accept or disregard the recommendations of the arborist, or to seek additional advice.
Arborists cannot detect every condition that could possibly lead to the structural failure of a tree. Trees are living organisms that
fail in ways we do not fully understand. Conditions are often hidden within trees and below ground. Arborists cannot
guarantee that a tree will be healthy or safe under all circumstances, or for a specified period of time. Likewise, remedial
treatments, like any medicine, cannot be guaranteed.
Treatment, pruning, and removal of trees may involve considerations beyond the scope of the arborist's services such as property
boundaries, property ownership, site lines, disputes between neighbors, and other issues. An arborist cannot take such
considerations into account unless complete and accurate information is disclosed to the arborist. An arborist should then be
expected to reasonably rely upon the completeness and accuracy of the information provided.
Trees can be managed, but they cannot be controlled. To live near trees is to accept some degree of risk. The only way to
eliminate all risk associated with trees is to eliminate the trees.
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ISA Certified Arborist # WE-5476A - ISA Qualified Tree Risk Assessor
ASCA Registered Consulting Arborist #516
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2085 Hayes Street, Suite 100 San Francisco, CA 941170 Phone: 415/846-0190 • E-Mail: ellyn.shea@sbcglobal.net
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Certification of Performance
I, Ellyn Shea, Certify:
• That I have personally inspected the trees and/ or property evaluated in this report. I have stated my findings accurately,
insofar as the limitations of my Assignment and within the extent and context identified by this report;
• That I have no current or prospective interest in the vegetation or any real estate that is the subject of this report, and have
no personal interest or bias with respect to the parties involved;
• That the analysis, opinions and conclusions stated herein are my own and are based on current scientific procedures and
facts and according to commonly accepted arboricultural practices;
• That no significant professional assistance was provided, except as indicated by the inclusion of another professional report
within this report;
• That my compensation is not contingent upon the reporting of a predetermined conclusion that favors the cause of the client
or any other party.
• I am a member in good standing, Certified Arborist (#WE-5476A), and a Qualified Tree Risk Assessor with the International
Society of Arboriculture, and a Registered Consulting Arborist (#516) with the American Society of Consulting Arborists.
I have attained professional training in all areas of knowledge asserted through this report by completing relevant college
courses, routinely attending pertinent professional conferences and by reading current research from professional journals, books
and other media.
I have rendered professional services in a full time capacity in the field of horticulture and arboriculture for more than 17 years.
Signature:
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RESOLUTION APPROVING CATEGORICAL EXEMPTION AND DESIGN REVIEW
RESOLVED, by the Planning Commission of the City of Burlingame that:
WHEREAS, a Categorical Exemption has been prepared and application has been made for Design
Review for a new two-story single family dwelling and detached garage at 1509 Bernal Avenue, Zoned
R-1, Lis LLC, property owner, APN: 026-034-100;
WHEREAS, said matters were heard by the Planning Commission of the City of Burlingame on
September 9 2019, 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 CEQA Section 15303 (a) of the CEQA Guidelines, 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, this exemption may be applied to the construction or conversion of up to
three (3) single-family residences as part of a project, is hereby approved.
2. Said Design Review is approved subject to the conditions set forth in Exhibit "A" attached
hereto. Findings for such Design Review 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.
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 meeting of the
Planning Commission held on the 9tn day of September, 2019, by the following vote:
Secretary
EXHIBIT "A"
Conditions of Approval for Categorical Exemption & Design Review
1509 Bernal Avenue
Effective September 19, 2019
Page 1
that the project shall be built as shown on the plans submitted to the Planning Division
date stamped August 27, 2019, sheets Al through A6, N.2, and 1-1.1 and L2.1;
2. that prior to issuance of a building permit, a Protected Tree Removal Permit and arborist
report shall be submitted to the City Arborist for removal of the existing 26.5-inch
diameter Betula Pendulla tree located at the front of the property;
3. 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 staff);
4. that any changes to the size or envelope of the first or second floors, or garage which
would include adding or enlarging a dormer (s), shall require an amendment to this
permit;
5. 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; 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;
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 flies 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;
EXHIBIT "A"
Conditions of Approval for Categorical Exemption & Design Review
1509 Bernal Avenue
Effective September 19, 2019
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. 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 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 build according to the approved Planning and Building plans.
CITY OF BURLINGAME
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
BC1Rt INGAME 501 PRIMROSE ROAD
BURLINGAME, GA 94010
PH: (650) 558-7250 • FAX; (650) 696-3790
www.burlingame.org_
Site: IS09 BERNAL AVNUE PUBLIC HEARING
The City of Burlingame Planning Commission announces the NOTICE
public hearing on MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 9,''2019
at 700"P.M. in the City Hall Council Chambers, 501 Primrose
Road, Burlingame, CA:
Application for Design Review for a new two-storysingle
family dwelling and detached garage at
I S09 Bernal Avenue zoned R-1. APN 026.034.100
Mailed: August 30, 2019
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Cit of 8urlingamre
copy of the application and plans for this project may be reviewed prior to
the meeting at the Community -1 Development Department at 501 Primrose
Road, Burlingame, California:
If you: challenge the subject application(s� in court, you may be limited to
raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing,
described in the notice or in written correspondence delivered; to the city at or
prior to thepublic hearing.
Property owners who receive this notice are responsible for informing their
tenants about this notice.
For additional information, please call (650) 558-725 '. Thank you.
Kevin Gardiner A1CP
Community Development Director
PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE
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AFFIDAVIT OF MAILING NOTICES
STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF SAN MATEO )
Abigal Vergel de Dios , being duly sworn, deposes and says:
that s/he is a citizen of the United States, over the age of 18-years, that
acting for the City of Burlingame on the 30TH day of August, 2019 deposited
in the United States Post Office a NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING, a copy of
which is attached hereto, with postage thereon prepaid, addressed to the
persons listed on the addresses attached hereto and made a part hereof, to
wit:
that said persons are the owners of said property who are
entitled to NOTICE OF HEARING pursuant to the Ordinances
of the City of Burlingame that on said day there was regular
communication by United States Mail to the addresses
attached hereto.
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