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Home My WebLink About1837 Hunt Drive - Staff Report�+ �.. 1 � .�. ,SF DATE � :�u CITY OF BURLINGAME Community Development Department MEMORANDUM November 17, 2009 Planning Commission Erica Strohmeier, Associate Planner e� � � �.�. Y ;*� = �yan • zuos � flN/!'lIN%qI �1��/!/IAN Director's Report Meeting Date: November 23, 2009 SUBJECT: FYI — PROPOSED CHANGE TO A PREVIOUSLY APPROVED DESIGN REVIEW PROJECT AT 1837 HUNT DRIVE, ZONED R-1. Summary: On January 12, 2009, the Planning Commission approved an application for Design Review, Hillside Area Construction Permit and Left Side Setback Variance for a first and second story addition to the single-family dwelling at 1837 Hunt Drive. On September 24, 2007, the Planning Commission approved an application for Amendment to Design Review for changes to the previously approved first and second story addition to the existing single-family dwelling at 11837 Hunt Drive, Zoned R-1 (September 14, 2009, Planning Commission Minutes). The addition is now under construction. On November 13, 2009, the applicant submitted an FYI to replace the originally approved stairwell window along the front building elevation from three fixed square windows to one large fixed picture window. The applicant states that the change to the window will bring more light into the stairwell and that this window area is not visible from the front of the house because of the drop in elevation from the front of the house to the sidewalk and because the addition is set so far back. Because of the proposed change to this window, an FYI is required for Planning Commission review. There are no other changes proposed to the project. The proposed change is outlined in the attached letter from the property owner. Also attached are the originally approved and proposed second level floor plans and front building elevation drawings, date stamped November 13, 2009. Other than the proposed change described above, there are no other changes proposed to the design of the house. Planning staff would note that because of this minor revision, it was determined that the project could be reviewed by the Planning Commission as an FYI item. If the Commission feels there is a need for more study, this item may be placed on an action calendar for a second review and/or public hearing with direction to the applicant. Erica Strohmeier Associate Planner ATTACHMENTS: Letter from Chris Dunning, property owner, dated November 13, 2009 September 14, 2009 Planning Commission Meeting Minutes Originally Approved and Proposed second level floor plans and front elevation, date stamped November 13, 2009 Photographs of house under construction, date stamped November 13, 2009 November, 13, 2009 Erica Strohmeier and Planning Commission Community Development Department-Planning Division 2"d Floor 501 Primrose Road Burlingame, CA 94010 Site: 1837 Hunt Drive, Burlingame, CA 94010 Subject: Response letter to Planning Commission's Comments 1. We are requesting to change the front elevation stairwell window from a 6020 (3 square windows) to a fixed 6030 window to bring in more light to the stairwell. This window is not visible from the front of the house because of the drop in elevation from the front of the house to the sidewalk and because the addition is so far to the rear. The 2D drawings are not able to reflect the front elevation properly so we have enclosed photos to emphasize that the slightly larger window does not affect the front elevation. Thank you, �j . ,� Chris Dunning Property Owner 1837 Hunt Drive Burlingame Ca 94010 CITY OF BURLINGAME PLANNING COMMISSION — Approved Minutes Sepfember 14, 2009 5. 1837 HUNT DRIVE, ZONED R-1 — APPLICATION FOR AMENDMENT TO DESIGN REVIEW FOR CHANGES TO A PREVIOUSLY APPROVED FIRST AND SECOND STORY ADDITION TO A SINGLE FAMILY DWELLING (BACILIA MACIAS, APPLICANT AND DESIGNER; AND CHRIS AND MARISOL DUNNING, PROPERTY OWNERS) (127 NOTICED) STAFF CONTACT: ERICA STROHMEIER Reference staff report dated September 14, 2009, with attachments. Community Development Director Meeker presented the report, reviewed criteria and staff comments. Thirteen (13) conditions were suggested for consideration. Chair Terrones opened the public hearing. Chris Dunning, 1837 Hunt Drive; represented the applicant. Commission comments: ■ Some of the changes are improvements. ■ Recommended using a lighter color for the roof to save energy. ■ Will skylight have a shade underneath so that it does not "glow" when interior lights are on at night? (Dunning — are considering the "Velux" brand of skylight that comes with a shade to prevent this effect. ) Public comments: Mrs. Theodore Vlahos, 1847 Hunt Drive; Jim Vlahos, 50 Platt Avenue, Sausalito; and Pat Giorni, 1445 Balboa Avenue; spoke: ■ The bedroom windows look into her (Vlahos') home; want to have glass installed that doesn't permit views into her bedroom and family room. Has no privacy in any room due to the addition. ■ Expressed concern about the color of the roof. ■ Number one concern is screening with trees; ask that the project not be finaled until the full landscape plan is implemented. (Terrones/Meeker— the landscape plan that was approved will be implemented prior to final inspection of the project.) ■ Clarified that adding a tree to replace the removed tree will preserve privacy. (Dunning — will reinstall the tree prior to completion.) ■ Clarified that window coverings will also be installed as the project is completed. ■ Is there any reason not to make the window obscured glass? (Dunning — would be unsightly.) ■ Want to make sure that the tree replanted does not obscure the neighbor's view, but still preserves privacy. ■ Review the revised landscape plan as an FYI, priorto implementation. (Meeker—suggested an FYI regarding the landscape plan that both addresses the privacy of the neighbors while also preserving views in the areas where landscape materials have been removed during the construction process. The revised plan to be reviewed with the City Arborist.) ■ Perhaps a"Leland Cypress" could be considered in the area in question. There were no further comments and the public hearing was closed. Commissioner Vistica moved to approve the application, by resolution, with the following amended conditions: 1. that the project shall be built as shown on the plans submitted to the Planning Division date stamped August 31, 2009, sheets A1.0, A2.0, A2.1, A3.1 and A3.2; and date stamped December 18, 2008, � C/TY OF BURLINGAME PLANNING COMMISSION — Approved Minufes September 14, 2009 Sheets A-0, L1.0, A1.1, A3.0, A4.0, and A5.0; 2. that, prior to final inspection, a revised landscape plan shall be presented for review and approval by the Planning Commission as an FYI item, that shows the size, species, growth height and quantity of plant materials thatwill be installed nearthe common boundarywith the propertyat 1847 Hunt Drive to both preserve views from that property, while still providing privacy to both 1847 Hunt Drive and 1837 Hunt Drive; this plan shall be reviewed by the City's Arborist. The landscape plan shall be fully implemented prior to final inspection of the property upon completion of construction; 3. that skylights on the property shall be of a design that prevent glare from interior lighting to the exterior of the structure; 4. that any changes to building materials, exterior finishes, windows, architectural features, roof height or pitch, and amount or type of hardscape materials shall be subjectto Planning Division or Planning Commission review (FYI or amendment to be determined by Planning staff); 5. that if the structure is demolished or the envelope changed at a later date the side setback variance as well as any other exceptions to the code granted here will become void; 6. 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; 7. that the conditions of the Chief Building Official's November 7, 2008 memo, the City Engineer's February 28, 2008 memo, the Fire Marshal's February 25, 2008 memo, and the NPDES Coordinator's February 28, 2008 memo shall be met; 8. 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; 9. 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; 10. 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; 11. that the project shall complywith 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 orfull demolition of a structure, interiororexterior, shall require a demolition permit; 12. that the project shall meet all the requirements of the California Building and Uniform Fire Codes, 2007 Edition, 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 C/TY OF BURLINGAME PLANNING COMMISSION — Approved Minutes September 14, 2009 13. that priorto scheduling the framing inspection the projectarchitectorresidential designer, oranother 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; 14. 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; and 15. that prior to final inspection, Planning Department staff will inspect and architectural details (trim materials, window type, etc.) to verify that the according to the approved Planning and Building plans. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Auran. Discussion of motion: None. note compliance of the project has been built Chair Terrones called for a voice vote on the motion to approve. The motion passed 6-0-1. (Commissioner Cauchi absent). Appeal procedures were advised. This item concluded at 8:44 p.m. 11