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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1511 Drake Avenue - Staff Report�7 Item No. a� '��: Regular Action PROJECT LOCATION 1511 Drake Avenue City of Burlingame Design Review and Variances �i Item No. �- Regular Action Address: 1511 Drake Avenue Meeting Date: November 22, 2010 Request: Design Review and Variances for floor area ratio and covered parking space width for conversion of lower level crawl space to habitable space and other improvements to an existing single family dwelling. Applicant and Architect: John Matthews APN: 026-033-080 Property Owners: Jon and Kate Herstein Lot Area: 6,000 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 15301 (e)(1) of the CEQA Guidelines, which states that additions to existing structures are exempt from environmental review, provided the addition will not result in an increase of more than 50% of the floor area of the structures before the addition. Project History: On June 6, 2005 the previous property owner applied for a building permit for a 478 SF first floor addition (over a crawl space with a maximum ceiling height of 5'-6") to the rear of the existing house. On July 28, 2005, the Planning Department approved the single story addition with conditions, noting that residential design review was not required because the crawl space below the addition had a proposed ceiling height between 5'-1 '/2" and 5'-6", and that that this area would not be counted in the floor area calculation. A building permit was issued for this project on August 5, 2005. In order to be clear on what was approved, the following conditions of the approval were applied to the building permit: 1. "Crawl space under master bedroom can be no taller than 5'-6" to bottom of master bedroom". 2. "Crawl space shall not be developed as living space or any thing other than crawl space without review by the Planning Department". A code enforcement complaint was filed that the proposed addition was not being built according to the approved plans and the Building Department sent out an inspector in January of 2006 to measure the plate height of the as-built "crawl space" area. After confirmation from both the Building Inspector and the previous property owner that the "crawl space" area was, in fact, built with a plate height of 8'-1 ", a red tag was issued on the project. Because of the change to the below-floor area to "habitable space", this area would now be considered a"story" for zoning code purposes, and the addition above would be considered a second story. It was then determined by both the Planning and Building Departments that in order to move forward with the project, the previous property owner would need to either: 1. Apply for design review for a first and second story addition; or 2. Fill, with concrete, the entire new lower level addition area off the rear of the house so that it has a maximum ceiling height/plate height of 5'-11" and therefore will not be counted as habitable living space. The previous property owner then decided to fill, with concrete, the entire new lower level addition area to a ceiling height of 5'-11 ". This decision was based on the fact that if all of the new lower level addition were counted as living space, the addition would exceed the maximum allowable FAR and a variance would have been required. A Building Permit was issued for the concrete fill in February, 2006. On September 29, 2006, the Building Department sent a letter to the previous property owner indicating that a code enforcement complaint was made regarding work in progress without permits. An inspector visited the site, observed that work was being done without permits and another red tag was issued on the project. On October 11, 2006, the Building Department sent a letter to the previous property owner stating that during a site visit, it was observed that the approved concrete fill had been removed and replaced with a raised plywood floor which was covered with linoleum. It was also noted that the work done had been performed without the benefit of building permits or Planning Department review. The Building Department gave the , De�;"gn Review and Variances 1510 Drake Avenue previous property owner two options which needed to be resolved by October 23, 2006: 1. Submit a building permit application and three sets of plans that describe how you will remove the raised wood floor and install reinforced concrete that will limit the ceiling height to 5'-11 "; or 2. Apply to the Planning Commission for review of the underfloor area as new conditioned floor space (this would trigger the need for design review). On October 16, 2006, the previous property owner submitted another application to fill the entire "crawl space" area with both concrete and rebar to a point that the crawl space would have a maximum ceiling height of 5'-11" and therefore would no longer count towards the floor area calculation or count as a"story". The Planning Department included a condition of approval on this project stating that all concrete and rebar fil� may not be removed from the crawl space area of the house without an approval for Design Review and a Variance for floor area ratio. A Building Permit for this concrete and rebar fill was issued on November 21, 2006. On October 30, 2006 the previous property owner submitted an application for Design Review to the Planning Department to pursue the option to use that space as a"media room". With this application the property owner proposed to fill in a portion of the "media room" with concrete to a ceiling height of 5'-11 ", so that it would not count towards the floor area calculation, and a Floor Area Ratio Variance was not required. On March 26, 2007, the Planning Commission reviewed the application for Design Review and had many comments and questions about the project and voted to refer the project to a design review consultant (March 26, 2007 Planning Commission Minutes). After the Planning Commission made their vote, the previous property owner declared he would withdraw his application for Design Review. On March 27, 2007 the previous property owner submitted a formal withdrawal letter to the Planning Department. After his withdrawal from the Design Review process, the previous property owner decided to proceed with the concrete and rebar infill of the crawl space area. The infill was finaled by the Building Division on April 18, 2010. In December, 2007, the Herstein family purchased the property at 1511 Drake Avenue and has been living there since that time. Over the last three years they have worked with several designers and contractors to create a proposal that would include conversion of the in-filled lower level crawl space area to habitable area. Because the Planning Department included a condition of approval on the building permit for the infill of the crawl space that stated that all concrete and rebar fill may not be removed from the crawl space area of the house without an approval for Design Review and a Variance for floor area ratio, the Herstein family is now applying to the Planning Commission to convert the crawl space to habitable area. Summary: The existing split-level house with an attached garage contains 2,658 SF (0.44 FAR) of floor area and has three (3) potential bedrooms. The applicant is proposing to convert 379.3 SF of the 496.2 SF concrete in-filled crawl space area to living area (new study and new guest suite) and to make other improvements to the property. With the proposed conversion of crawl space, the floor area will increase to 3,064.1 SF (0.51 FAR) where the zoning code allows a maximum of 3,020 SF (0.50 FAR). The proposed project exceeds the maximum allowable floor area by 44.1 SF and therefore the applicant has applied for a Floor Area Ratio Variance. With the addition, the number of potential bedrooms will increase from three (3) to four (4). Two parking spaces, one of which must be covered, are required on site. The existing attached, one-car garage is non- conforming in width (9'-11" in width existing, where 10' is required), and therefore a Parking Variance is required. One uncovered space (9' x 20') is provided in the driveway. All other Zoning Code requirements have been met. The applicant is requesting the following: ■ Design Review for conversion of lower level crawl space to habitable space (CS 25.57.010); • Floor Area Ratio Variance for conversion of lower level crawl space to habitable space (3,064.1 SF, 2 � De��,�gn Review and Variances 1510 Drake Avenue 0.51 FAR proposed; where 3,020 SF, 0.50 FAR is the maximum allowed) (CS 25.28.070, a); and ■ Parking Variance for covered parking space width (9'-11" in width existing and proposed, where 10' in width is the minimum requirement) (CS 25.70.030). 1511 Drake Avenue Lot Area: 6,000 SF Plans Date Stam ed: November 11, 2010 ORIGINAL REVISED EXISTING PROPOSAL PROPOSAL ALLOWED/REQD 10/7/10 11/10/10 SETBACKS _ . ... .. ..... ...... _ __.... .. , .................. ........ _ ,.. _ _.. ...... .._. Front (1st flr): ; 23'-8" no change no change 15'-0" (2nd flr): ' none no change no change 20'-0" _. . _.. Side (left) ; 4'-3" no change no change 4'-0" (right): ; 6'-0" no change no change 4'-0" _ .... _._ ._ ...... ....... :... _.. _. Rear (1st flr); ; 23'-10" 19'-7" (to stairs) no change 15'-0" (2nd flr): ; 23'-10" 22'-0" (to balcony} ; no change 20'-0" _.. _.� ..... _ . __._ _._.. Lot Coverage: 2,157 SF 2,185 SF no change 2,400 SF 36% 36.4% 40% : ..........................................._......................................................_:......................... .. ... ... � , ........................................._......_........._...................................................,...._.._...._.._............................. ......._........_......._........................................ FAR: ; 2,658 SF 3,154 SF 3,064.1 3,020 SF 0.44 FAR 0.53 FAR 0.51 FAR' 0.50 FAR 2 _ :....................................................................................................:......................................................................................................:......... _.....,............. # of bedrooms: ; 3 4 no change --- ..._ .................:................................................................................................:............................................................................... .. , ................................................................................................................,...................................................................................................................... Parking: ; 1 covered 1 covered 1 covered (9'-11" x 20') (9'-11" x 20') (10' x 20') 1 uncovered 1 uncovered no change 1 uncovered (9' x 20') (9' x 20') (9' x 20') : .................................................................................................:............................................................................................. ............ ........ . ; , , ....................................................................................................,.......................................................................................................................... Height: 24'-2" 13'-5" (to balcony) no change 30'-0" � . _...... , _ ,.... DH Envelope: ; complies n/a no change CS 25.28.075 Area Ratio Variance for conversion of lower level crawl space to habitable space (3,064.1 SF, 0.51 FAR proposed; where 3,020 SF, 0.50 FAR is the maximum allowed) (CS 25.28.070, a). (0.32 x 6,000 SF) + 1,100 SF = 3,020 SF (0.50 FAR). Parking Variance for covered parking space width (9'-11" in width existing and proposed, where 20' in width is the minimum requirement) (CS 25.70.030). Staff Comments: Staff would note that even before the prior owner "dug ouY' the rear yard and installed a retaining wall; the lower level of this house would not have met the Zoning Code definition of a basement and would not have received the basement exemption (please see attached section drawing of original project proposal from 2005). Please refer to project history on pages 1 and 2 of the staff report for further background on this property. See attached comments from the City Engineer, Chief Building Official, Parks Supervisor, Fire Marshal and NPDES Coordinator. Design Review Study Meeting: At the Planning Commission Design Review Study meeting on October 25, 2010, the Commission requested further justification for the FAR Variance and had some questions regarding the history of the project and voted to place the item on the next available Regular Action Calendar when the plans have been revised as directed (October 25, 2010, Planning Commission Minutes). The applicant submitted revised plans, response letters and a revised Variance application for floor area ratio to the Planning Division on November 10, 2010. The revised plans include keeping portions of the existing infilled concrete and rebar and therefore the FAR Variance request was reduced from an overage of 134 SF to an overage of 3 , Des�ign Review and Variances 1510 Drake Avenue 44.1 SF. Please refer to the copy of the October 25, 2010, Planning Commission minutes included in the staff report for the list of Planning Commission questions and concerns. 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: 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; 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. Required Findings for Variance: In order to grant a Variance the Planning Commission must find that the following conditions exist on the property (Code Section 25.54.020 a-d): (a) there are exceptional or extraordinary circumstances or conditions applicable to the property involved that do not apply generally to property in the same district; (b) the granting of the application is necessary for the preservation and enjoyment of a substantial property right of the applicant, and to prevent unreasonable property loss or unnecessary hardship; (c) the granting of the application will not be detrimental or injurious to property or improvements in the vicinity and will not be detrimental to the public health, safety, general welfare or convenience; and (d) that the use of the property will be compatible with the aesthetics, mass, bulk and character of existing an potential uses of properties in the general vicinity. 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 November 10, 2010, sheets A-1.1 through A-3.3; 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 staff); 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 the conditions of the Chief Building Official's October 12, 2010, September 30, 2010 and August 5, 2010 memos, the City Engineer's August 6, 2010 memo, the Parks Supervisor's August 9, 2010 memo, the Fire Marshal's August 9, 2010 memo, and the NPDES Coordinator's August 4, 2010 memo shall be met; 5. that if the structure is demolished or the envelope changed at a later date the Floor Area Ratio 4 De�ign Review and Variances 1510 Drake Avenue Variance and Parking Variance, as well as any other exceptions to the code granted here will become void; 6. 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; 7. 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; 8. 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; 9. 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; 10. 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; 11. 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: 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. Erica Strohmeier Associate Planner c. John Matthews, 335 A East Fourth Street, San Mateo, CA, 94401, applicant and architect. 5 Design Review and Variances Attachments: 1510 Drake Avenue Architects Response to Commission's comments, date stamped November 10, 2010 Property Owners response to Commission's comments, date stamped November 10, 2010 Revised Variance application for floor area ratio, date stamped November 10, 2010 Section drawing from original project from 2005 Minutes from the October 25, 2010, Design Review Study Meeting Application to the Planning Commission Variance application for floor area ratio Variance application for covered parking space width Letter of explanation from the property owners Photographs of streetscape, date stamped July 30, 2010 Copy of survey points from the original project, date stamped February 21, 2007 Staff Comments Planning Commission Resolution (Proposed) Notice of Public Hearing — Mailed November 12, 2010 Aerial Photo 0 fif� ��{S � �1L r� .M November 10, 2010 Community development Department 501 Primrose Road Burlingame, CA 94010 Response to comments by Planning Commission at October 25, 2010 meeting: 1 2 3 4 5 6 The current owners were not apprised by the former owner of the situation with respect to the crawl-space area not being able to be developed or any prior history of difficulty with the City. The applicants have reduced their request by 2/3 for floor area exceeding the maximum floor area. We understand that the Commission did not vote on a previous application for a variance for floor area. The previous owner withdrew the application. We agree that the variance for the garage is very minor and as an existing condition should qualify as a hardship to bring to full conformance with the required width. The previously existing grades would have still required the basement area to be counted as floor area. We agree that the proposed project adds no mass or bulk to the existing structure. �--� �� ., ��.wp �' 4',� �.. � , , � :N �n, � �� _ John Matthews Architecfs tele 650-340-7107 335 A East Fourth Avenue faz &50-34tl-7677 San Mateo. CA 94401 emai/ jackL�matthewsarchifecfs.com November 10, 2010 Erica Strohmeyer, Associate Planner City of Burlingame 501 Primrose Road Burlingame, CA 94010 Dear Erica: We are writing to you and the Planning Commission as a follow-up to our application and the Commission Hearing on October 25tn As indicated in our initial letter to you (attached below), our intent in requesting this Variance is merely to make the best possible use of the space already contained within the existing envelope of our house. We have focused on external improvements to the house, including various elements to reduce the perceived mass and bulk. On the interior, we are working towards our objective of allowing Katie to continue to work from home. We are not attempting to maximize the square footage for its own sake, or for the sake of maximizing the resale value of our home. That being said, we heard the feedback from the Commission and have since worked hard to come up with a design that minimizes our Variance request while getting useful space from the area in question. We would like to reinforce that we have done so in a way that in no way changes the footprint of the house or negatively impacts the neighborhood. In fact, we have consulted with some of the same neighbors that objected to the prior project to ensure we had agreement on our intent and plan. With input from Planning Staff and Jack Matthews, AIA, we have developed a proposal that meets all of the standard zoning requirements and reduces our Variance request to just 44 sq ft (from our original request of 134 sq ft). While we understand the Commission's preference would be to approve no Variance, we respectfully request that the Commission take under consideration our good faith efforts to minimize the request while creating a logical flow and useable space. We believe this enhances the use of our home for us, and transforms it from something of concern for the neighborhood into a home that our neighbors and we will be proud of. Finally, we would also like to clarify one point of discussion from the Hearing. Commissioner Terrones indicated his concern that it would be capricious for the Commission to agree to a Variance now when it had been rejected previously. Our understanding of the history is that, in fact, the previous owner had not actually completed the process of applying for the Variance, but had actually withdrawn the application prior to it being voted upon. We hope that this clarification will enable the Commission to consider our request. Sincerely, ��� "` �` � -� �.":" �� �`. �.... .1on � K�zc:ic� I Ie�rstein ��, , . �iii� . , z,i : _. ,�,,.. ��I: I � - , �v.� .w,.. November 10, 2010 Community Development Department 501 Primrose Road Burlingame, CA 94010 Re: Findings for Variance Application for exceeding FAR 1511 Drake Street �"' �� gy�' � ; ¢k �... . .. II.... i �a. �N t.... p,! a. Describe the exceptional or extraordinary circumstances or conditions applicab/e to your property which do not apply to other properties in this area. Due to issues with the previous owner, the house has almost 500 sq ft of concrete, 34" in height, in a crawl space below the Master Bedroom/Bath. This space includes two ventilation openings, resulting in an unheated space immediately below living space. Additionally, due to construction deficiencies (not disclosed to current homeowners), there is significant water leakage into this finished crawl space. b. Explain why the variance request is necessary for the preservation and enjoyment of a substantial property right and what unreasonable property loss or unnecessary hardship might result from the denial of the application. Converting the high crawl space to living space is a natural expansion of the floor area. The proposed floor area exceeds the allowable by 44 sf or 1.46%. Strict conformance with the City's requirement for maximum floor area is an artificial limit that does not match the existing physical constraints or the orderly development of the house and will require unnecessary framing and foundation work. The issues with the property were not disclosed to the current homeowners by the Seller. As a result, they had a reasonable expectation that they would be able to improve the space already contained within the home's existing footprint. This expectation was factored into their purchase decision, as they planned to grow their family and one of the homeowners requires the additional space to enable her to work from home. The current three-bedroom configuration does not allow for this arrangement. The inability to use the currently uninhabitable space may require the homeowner to find alternate accommodation, and given the current housing climate, would likely result in considerable loss. c. Explain why the proposed use at the proposed location will not be detrimental or injurious to property or improvements in the vicinity or to the public health, safefy, general welfare or convenience. John Matthews Architects tete 650-340-1107 335 A East Fourth Avenue fax 650-340-1677 San Mateo, CA 94407 email %ack@matthewsarchifects.com _�K.�, m_.;� :-t... , �� � ��` , �'"''�°" fl t � � �„ ,. r� � � . -', The improvements are mostly in place already. There is no change to the ` � exterior wall lines or massing. d. 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He left the Council Chambers. 6. 1511 DRAKE AVENUE, ZONED R-1 — APPLICATION FOR DESIGN REVIEW AND VARIANCES FOR FLOOR AREA RATIO AND COVERED PARKING SPACE WIDTH FOR CONVERSION OF LOWER LEVEL CRAWL SPACE TO HABITABLE SPACE AND OTHER IMPROVEMENTS TO AN EXISTING SINGLE FAMILY DWELLING (JOHN MATTHEWS, APPLICANT AND ARCHITECT; JON AND KATE HERSTEIN, PROPERTY OWNERS) STAFF CONTACT: ERICA STROHMEIER Reference staff report dated October 25, 2010, with attachments. Community Development Director Meeker briefly presented the project description. There were no questions of staff. Acting Chair Terrones opened the public comment period. John Herstein, 1511 Drake Avenue and John Matthews, 335A East Fourth Avenue, San Mateo; represented the applicant. ■ The applicanYs family has grown and they need more space. ■ With the conversion of the crawl space, the home becomes a two-story structure and is subject to design review. ■ Are attempting to make the space more livable with access to the rear yard. ■ Whether using the space for storage or living space, doesn't change the appearance of the structure, in fact improves the space. ■ Only a portion of the garage falls below the minimum size requirement. ■ Was concerned that the prior history of the property would be a factor in the request. ■ Have had other issues relative to the house that need to be addressed; want to now do everything right. ■ Believed the prior owner had applied for a variance, but withdrew the application. ■ The vision is to make the exterior more appealing to the neighbors; feel they have support of the neighbors. Commission comments: Appears that the applicant purchased the property and was not apprised of the situation with respect to the crawl-space area; is having difficulty with the variance request, given the history. Need to provide better justification for the variance request; why should it be approved in this instance when others cannot receive the same approval. (Matthews — the applicant shouldn't be held responsible for the actions of the prior owner. The prior owner was encouraged to apply for Commission approval, but he chose to convert the area to crawl space. Are looking at a three- percent difference between what is allowed by code versus the request; they are simply wishing to use the space; it has already been improved, but would like to increase its livability by increasing the ceiling height.) Approval of the variance now would be capricious given the history of the case; the prior owner did bring a variance application before the Commission, but it was denied; how could it be approved now? What is the justification? (Hurin — previously appeared at design review study, but was withdrawn prior to action.) There is hardship for the garage variance, it is an existing condition. Feels that the prior owner dug out the rear yard area and created a situation where the area must now be considered as a story; but could have originally be considered as a basement area. 12 CITY OF BURLINGAME PLANNING COMMISSION — Unapproved Minutes October 25, 2010 (Meeker— can do additional research to determine if this is true. Matthews — does have additional records regarding the history of the property and the grade in the rear yard.) Doesn't add any mass and bulk to the structure. Public comments: 1► .C7iT� There were no other comments from the floor and the public hearing was closed. CommissionerAuran made a motion to place the ifem on fhe RegularAction Calendar when complete. This motion was seconded by Commissioner Cauchi. Discussion of motion: None. Acting Chair Terrones cal/ed for a vote on the motion to place this item on the Consent Calendar when plans have been revised as direcfed. The motion passed on a voice vote 4-0-2-1 (Commissioners Yie and Vistica absent, Commissioner Lindstrom recused). The Planning Commission's action is advisory and not appealable. This item concluded at 9:26 p.m. Commissioner Lindstrom returned fo the dais. 13 � ����� r�� �.I cis.ttit�.t r y.nta E ��r- ''`�. _ ;� . 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: � ,�I, Design Review 181 Variance ❑ Parcel #: � 2�j — 0 3 3'— �� � ❑ Conditional Use Permit ❑ Special Permit ❑ Other: PROJECT ADDRESS: I c� �� ��P�Y�rC n��NL�� ,��R, �- I�CrF���C G� � 40� o ❑O Please indicate the contact person for this project APPLICANT project contact person� OK to send electronic copies of documents �[ yt'' Name: Jbl�1� �.(�i } T ZE{ GW S Address: ���'✓� ��C�T �R�'�} ��l�i�c City/State/Zip: J�{� IIVL�'}1�0. C�� ��t-�� Phone: 6�a- 34o ti o7 FaX: 650 — 34d 1.��77 PROPERTY OWNER project contact person ❑ OK to send electronic copies of documents ❑ Name: JON K.�T� C.�ST� t N Address: � �J 1 [ �i (�I�t lCC �1r�iU(,�� City/State/Zip: c��(� �.l NG(�Y1�1C,CA g�dt� Phone: 6 c5� " �{�� 06 $ � Fax: E-mail: \CtL_��-Y1�l�cT��Sct�fGV1��eL�S.CcXr1E-mail: `\C��'i. ��ei/1 �' °l1M�tt'• LOvYi ARCHITECT/DESIGNER Pro�ect contact person�l OK to send electronic copies of documents �I, Name: J�'t'l� %�. I�'ll'PtT ( �i�W� Address: 3 3� pc �+�cST �QU�P.T L-� AV ��1 U� City/state�zip: SA t�(, MA�T� O, G,� 9 C}- C►.O 1 Phone: 6 S O— 3�t � i� �� FaX: 6 So - 34 D l 6 77 E-mail c� rc1�� -�- e��-s• c o * Burlingame Business License #: PROJECT DESCRIPTION: AFFADAVIT/SIGNATURE: I hereby certify under penalty of perjury that the information given herein is true and correct to the best of my knowledge and belie�. A , _.-. ,J � 1 ApplicanYs signature: ;� ''_ `����� � - � , � -r�:^ -- -� Date: � � � � � `"� I am aware of the proposed �ppliqation and here�y authorize the above applicant to submit this application to the Planning Commission. " r` i` � 1 � i; Property owner's signature: � - ! / ` � � Date: �� � ' � � _� / I Date submitted: 1' �" l � �� � * Verification that'the project architect/designer has a valid Burlingame business license will be required by the Finance Department at the time application fees are paid. ❑ Please mark one box above with an X to indicate the contact person for this project. S:\Handouts\PC Application 2oo8-B.handout � July 30, 2010 Community Development Department 501 Primrose Road Buriingame, CA 94010 Re: Findings for Variance Application for 1511 Drake Street a. Describe the exceptional or eartraordinary circumstances or conditions applfcab/e to your property which do not app/y to other properties in this area. The house has multiple floor levels and is built into a hiltside on an uphill lot. The proposed floor level in the rear of the house would be about 4'-6" beiow the ground level and currently exists as a 5'-11� high crawl space. b, Explain why the variance request is necessary for the preservafion and enjoyment of a substantia! property right and what unreasonab/e property loss or unnecessary hardship might result from the deniat of the application. Converting the high crawl space to living space is a natural expansion of the floor area. The proposed floor area exceeds the allowable by 135 sf or 4%. While it is possible to limit the floor area to 350 sf and therefore meet the City's requirement for maximum floor area, it is an artificial limit that does not match the physical constraints of the orderly development of the house and wiA require unnecessary framing and foundation work. c. Exptain why the proposeaf use at fhe proposed /ocation will not be detrimental or injurfous to property or fmprovements in the vicinity or to the public health, safety, general welfare or convenience. The improvements are mostly in place already. There is no change to the exterior wall lines or massing. d. How will the proposed project be compatib/e wfth xhe �esthetics, mass bulk and character of the existing and potential uses on adjoining properties in the genera/ vicinity? The proposed new work will compliment the existing house and improve its overall appearance by adding fenestration, French doors and a trellis to the lower level. These changes will reduce the apparent mass and bulk by eliminating blank watls at the lower level. �'C;�i# �?affP]�i,So:S .APGf#�fE:C#S fafe FiSC�-.�*SQ-11Ca7 :i35 A East Fourth Avenue fax 65f1-340-i6i7 San Mateo, CA 94401 emait jackC�matthewsarchitects.com �� September 23, 2010 Community Development Department 501 Primrose Road Burlingame, CA 94010 Re: Findings for Variance Application for minimum garage width 1511 Drake Street a. Describe the exceptional or extraordinary circumstances or conditions applicable to your property which do not apply to other properties in this area. This variance request is for a one inch encroachment. It represents 0.8% variance from the zoning requirement. b. Explain why the variance request is necessary for the preservation and enjoyment of a substantial property right and what unreasonable property loss or unnecessary hardship might result from the denial of the application. The interior dimensions of the garage comply with the zoning ordinance with the exception of a one inch encroachment for a distance of four feet upon entering the garage due to an equipment enclosure. The garage is about 21 "-6" wide beyond the encroachment. Rebuilding the equipment enclosure for such a minor variance to the garage width requirement will not make a significant difference and is an unreasonable hardship. c. Explain why the proposed use at the proposed location will not be detrimental or injurious to property or improvements in the vicinity or to the public health, safety, general we/fare or convenience. The one inch encroachment by the equipment enclosure in the garage does not impede the use of the garage as a covered parking space. The width of the garage exceeds the requirements of the zoning ordinance at the areas where the driver or passengers may want to exit the vehicle. d. How will the proposed project be compatible with the aesthetics, mass bulk and character of the existing and potential uses on adjoining properties in the general vicinity? This is an existing structure. There is no impact on the aesthetics, mass, bulk or character of the existing structures since no change is proposed. The garage is functional as a covered parking space. 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' .. • ...",.,...--,. . . ... � ���t. �.:!I� l�i'.�It tii PLANNING APPLICATIDN: 1511 DRAKE AVENUE, BURLINGAME CA 9401 � �..�. _,....M.. �t,:- "' � .'y;`�'...,.�.��.. 1505 r —. "� 4j? �- "y�e ��,� �1"� . �•, ,�,. "`�.�r� ". � at� ��� qi� �i � . �_ .qor � -� �, � � � {.�.� � � � ...s .. . g , ��.T� �l� ��`_ �k #�_.�'�r..�_•,�Mij � ��. � [`� C '� 1509 � ,A : ..f.:. � F�. � PROJECT SITE 1511 DRAKE AVENUE 1517 ,� s :� � � ..,�,"1�6's�,� _ _ �.: � �f . as�+. — � � � ,l� ,: ; 5` � '�� � :�� # ++�:;�� . � � ,:. . � � �. ;�... _ . �. � ...e.uxe�..�a... �. ...�. Y�. �� � `�•� 'Y�edfWie,... ■�,; i. w. 1521 JOHN MATTHEWS ARCHITECTS 335 A EAST FOURTH AVENUE SAN MATE�, CA 94401-4008 T: 650-340-1107 F: 650-340-1677 www.matthewsarchitects.com B & I-� SURVEYIl�TG, INC. CALIFORNIA LICENSED LAND SURVEYOR #7701 901 WALTERMIRE ST • BELMONT, CALIFORNIA 94002 •(650) 637-1590 • FAX (650} 637-1059 February 9, 2007 City of Buriingame Planning Department 501 Primrose Road Burlingarne, CA 94010 Re: Curb & Floor Elevations 1511 Drake Ave. Burlingame, CA 94010 To Whom It May Concern: This letter is to certify that on Fehruary 9, 2007 our survey crew checked the curb and floor elevations at the above- mentioned site based on the city bench mark `BM 184". The elevation of the curb is 59.44 at the left side of the property an 59.11 at the right. The main floor elevation is 67.09. W Wayn aas, PLS N:\bh�.5349-0'7�SURVEY�.5349-ElevCert.doc B&H �� �-��vQ �s�. ��y���� �� ��� v<v � u� `.�.� 0 J �.S77Q� � � �;- / z-3 f-og � �N� �\/ �� ��' ",4! �F�� ������ �°� FE� � � 2��7 �e�° 6�� �t����T�.3;ai«:;4� �'���?i'�� f:�'�.�2'",'. Page 1 2/9/2007 Project Comments Date: August 3, 2010 To: � City Engineer (650) 558- 7230 ❑ Chief Building Official (650) 558- 7260 ❑ Parks Supervisor (650) 558-7334 From: Planning Staff ❑ Recycling Specialist (650) 558-7271 ❑ Fire Marshal (650) 558-7600 ❑ NPDES Coordinator (650) 342-3727 ❑ City Attorney Subject: Request for Design Review and Floor Area Ratio Variance for conversion of lower level crawl space to habitable space and other improvements to an existing single family dwelling at 1511 Drake Avenue, zoned R-1, APN: 026-033-080 Staff Review: August 9, 2010 1. Replace all displaced/damaged sidewalk, driveway, curb and gutter. Reviewed by: V V Date: 8/06/2010 Date: To: From: Revised plans submitted October 7, 2010 ❑ City Engineer (650) 558-7230 X Chief Building Official (650) 558-7260 ❑ Parks Supervisor (650) 558-7334 ❑ Recycling Specialist (650) 558-7271 ❑ Fire Marshal (650) 558-7600 ❑ NPDES Coordinator (650) 342-3727 ❑ City Attorney Planning Staff Subject: Request for Design Review and Variances for floor area ratio and parking for conversion of lower level crawl space to habitable space and other improvements to an existing single family dwelling at 1511 Drake Avenue, zoned R-1, APN: 026-033-080 Staff Review: N/A In the "Study" the window that faces the courtyard must comply with the 2007 CBC emergency escape and egress requirements for sleeping rooms. This project must comply with all conditions of approval as stated in the review dated August 5, 2010. Reviewed by: � Date: �'� �e� /d �/o _.-----.�.,;�-- �%'�` f..�-=- � l/i'~� `__� Date: To: From: Revised plans submitted September 24, 2010 ❑ City Engineer (650) 558-7230 X Chief Building Official (650) 558-7260 ❑ Parks Supervisor (650) 558-7334 ❑ Recycling Specialist (650) 558-7271 ❑ Fire Marshal (650) 558-7600 ❑ NPDES Coordinator (650) 342-3727 ❑ City Attorney Planning Staff Subject: Request for Design Review and Variances for floor area ratio and parking for conversion of lower level crawl space to habitable space and other improvements to an existing single family dwelling at 1511 Drake Avenue, zoned R-1, APN: 026-033-080 Staff Review: N/A Recheck comment: #9. The room labeled as a study is a room that can be used for sleeping purposes and must have an emergency escape and egress window that complies with the minimum code requirements. Please revise the plans to show a code compliant egress window in this room. Reviewed b • " � � - �_/ A , � Date: 9-30-2010 Project Comments Date: To: From: Subject: Staff Review: August 3, 2010 ❑ City Engineer (650) 558-7230 X Chief Building Official (650) 558-7260 ❑ Parks Supervisor (650) 558-7334 ❑ Recycling Specialist (650) 558-7271 ❑ Fire Marshal (650) 558-7600 ❑ NPDES Coordinator (650) 342-3727 ❑ City Attorney Planning Staff Request for Design Review and Floor Area Ratio Variance for conversion of lower level crawl space to habitable space and other improvements to an existing single family dwelling at 1511 Drake Avenue, zoned R-1, APN: 026-033-080 August 9, 2010 1) On the plans specify that this project will comply with the 2007 California Building Codes (CBC). 2) Per the City of Burlingame's adopted Resolution, applications received after January 1, 2009 must complete a"GreenPoint Rated Checklist". The GreenPoint Rated Checklist, and other information regarding the City's Green Building requirements, can be found on the City website at the following URL: http://www.buriingame.orq/lndex.aspx?paqe=1219 or Contact Joe McCluskey at 650-558-7273. 3) Anyone who is doing business in the City must have a current City of Burlingame business license. 4) Provide fully dimensioned plans. 5) Provide existing and proposed elevations. ��? Place the following information on the first page of the plans: "Construction Hours" Weekdays: 7:00 a.m. — 7:00 p.m. Saturdays: 9:00 a.m. — 6:00 p.m. Sundays and Holidays: 10:00 a.m. — 6:00 p.m. (See City of Burlingame Municipal Code, Section 13.04.100 for details.) � Provide a complete demolition plan that indicates the existing walls, walls to be demolished, new walls, and a legend. NOTE: The Demolition Permit will not be issued and, and no work can begin, until a Building Permit has been issued for the project. �Specify on the plans that this project will comply with the 2008 California Energy Efficiency Standards. Note: All projects for which a building permit application is received on or after January 1, 2010 must comply with the 2008 California Energy Efficiency Standards. Go to http:l/www.enerqy.ca.qov/title24/2008standards/ for publications and details. �Q� Rooms that can be used for sleeping purposes must have at least one window or door that complies with the egress requirements. Specify the size and location of all required egress windows on the elevation drawings. Note: The area labeled "- Study" is a room that can be used for sleeping purposes and, as such, must comply with this requirement. �ndicate on the plans that a Grading Permit, if required, will be obtained from the Department of Public Works. 11)Provide guardrails at all landings. NOTE: All landings more than 30" in height at any point are considered in calculating the allowable lot coverage. Consult the Planning Department for details if your project entails landings more than 30" in height. 12)Provide handrails at all stairs where there are four or more risers. 13)Provide lighting at all exterior landings. NOTE: A written response to the items noted here and plans that specifically address items 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10 must be re-submitted before this project can move forward for Planning Commi sion action. �.�...�.._ .. Reviewed b�r.�------`�"""Y '� Date: ,�� ��/ � Date: To: From: Project Comments August 3, 2010 ~ City Engineer (650) 558-7230 ~ Chief Building Official (650) 558-7260 l� Parks Supervisor (650) 558-7334 ~ Recycling Specialist (650) 558-7271 ~ Fire Marshal (650) 558-7600 � NPDES Coordinator (650) 342-3727 � City Attorney Planning Staff Subject: Request for Design Review and Floor Area Ratio Variance for conversion of lower level crawl space to habitable space and other improvements to an existing single family dwelling at 1511 Drake Avenue, zoned R-1, APN: 026-033-080 Staff Review: August 9, 2010 1. Landscape plan must show and list alt major trees and shrub on site. 2. Plans must include 3— 24" box size landscape trees. Reviewed by: B Disco Date: 8/9/10 Project Comments Date: To: From: August 3, 2010 � City Engineer (650) 558-7230 � Chief Building Official (650) 558-7260 0 I'arks Supervisor (650) 558-7334 � Recycling Specialist (650) 558-7271 ❑x Fire Marshal (650) 558-7600 0 NPDES Coordinator (650) 342-3727 � City Attorney Planning Staff Subject: Request for Design Review and Floor Area Ratio Variance for conversion of lower level crawl space to habitable space and other improvements to an existing single family dwelling at 1511 Drake /�►venue, zoned R-1, APN: 026-033-080 Staff Review: August 9, 2010 Fire sprinkler system shall be extended into area of remodel. Plans shall be submitted and approved by the Fire Department for separate permit prior to installation. Reviewed by: � Daie: �� 1 d Project Comments Date: To: From: August 3, 2010 0 City Engineer (650) 558-7230 � Chief Building Official (650) 558-7260 0 Parks Supervisor (650) 558- 7334 Planning Staff 0 Recycling Specialist (650) 558-7271 � Fire Marshal (650) 558-7600 X NPDES Coordinator (650) 342-3727 � City Attorney Subject: Request for Design Review and Floor Area Ratio Variance for conversion of lower level crawl space to habitable space and other improvements to an existing single family dwelling at 1511 Drake Avenue, zoned R-1, APN: 026-033-080 Staff Review: August 9, 2010 Any construction project in the City, regardless of size, shall comply with the City NPDES permit requirement to prevent stormwater pollution from construction activities. Project proponent shall ensure all contractors implement Best Management Practices (BMPs) during construction. Please include a list of construction stormwater pollution prevention best management practices (BMPs), as project notes, when submitting plans for a building permit. Please see attached brochure for guidance. The brochure may also be down loaded directly from "flowstobay.org." It is recommended that the construction BMP's be placed on a separate full size plan sheet (2' x 3` or larger as appropriate) for readability. For additional assistance, please contact Kiley Kinnon, Stormwater Coordinator, at (650) 342-2727. Reviewed by: �� ��-��r-�...�.�. � � � ;- . �j� � � IJ Date. ,,. 0/ �f /' � SlmIDwaW � PoDutiov Preumtiw Progem � � a� i- �:> `- --� ��' � V GCIICZ81 �,,,rv�.. Construction & Site Supervision ���d� ������ta� �ro�.���o�� ��a�.������� ��.� � �a����m��a� o ��.���.�.�.�� .��.�e��a��am ����.������ �m����m��� � ..awawawae.aQu.mm.m�R.mdewq rmYrvC�hBttmK��YrMkdma[ Wms�vLae � J4w ywr a�lqes md v��ma4w.ton. 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'e �;� ���%� �,� �' �'���.~ RESOLUTION APPROVING CATEGORICAL EXEMPTION, DESIGN REVIEW AND VARIANCES RESOLVED, by the Planning Commission of the City of Burlingame that: WHEREAS, a categorical exemption has been proposed and application has been made for Desiqn Review and Variances for floor area ratio and covered parking space width for conversion of lower level crawl space to habitable space and other improvements to an existing single family dwellinq at 1511 Drake Avenue, zoned R-1, Jon and Kate Herstain, property owners, APN: 026-033-080; WHEREAS, said matters were heard by the Planning Commission of the City of Burlingame on November 22, 2010, 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 Article 19, Section 15301 (e)(1) of the CEQA Guidelines, which states that additions to existing structures are exempt from environmental review, provided the addition will not result in an increase of more than 50% of the floor area of the structures before the addition. 2. Said Design Review and Variances are approved subject to the conditions set forth in Exhibit "A" attached hereto. Findings for such Design Review and Variances 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 22�d dav of November, 2010 by the following vote: Secretary EXHIBIT "A" Conditions of approval for Categorical Exemption Design Review and Variances. 1511 Drake Avenue Effective December 2, 2010 that the project shall be built as shown on the plans submitted to the Planning Division date stamped November 10, 2010, sheets A-1.1 through A-3.3; 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 staff); 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 the conditions of the Chief Building Official's October 12, 2010, September 30, 2010 and August 5, 2010 memos, the City Engineer's August 6, 2010 memo, the Parks Supervisor's August 9, 2010 memo, the Fire Marshal's August 9, 2010 memo, and the NPDES Coordinator's August 4, 2010 memo shall be met; 5. that if the structure is demolished or the envelope changed at a later date the Floor Area Ratio Variance and Parking Variance, as weli as any other exceptions to the code granted here will become void; 6. 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; 7. 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; 8. 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; 9. 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; 10. 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; EXHIBIT "A" Conditions of approval for Categorical Exemption Design Review and Variances. 1511 Drake Avenue Effective December 2, 2010 11. 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: 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. J � � , CITY OF BURLINGAME ° COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT ���z! lNGAME 501 PRIMROSE ROAD i BURLINGAME, CA 94010 � ��;` PH: (650) 558-7250 � FAX: (65( ��' ���� www.burlingame.org Site: 1511 DRAKE AVENUE � � ", � ^ �. » � [� 9 � ��; �;>� 3•;,�,-��ry The City of Burlingame Planning Commission announ�es the ���L,� ������� following public hearing on MONDAY, NOVEMBER 22, 2010 ���'�� at 7:00 P.M. in the City Hall Council Chambers, 501 Primrose Road, Burlingame, fA: Application for Design Review and Variances for floar areu ratio and covered parking space width far conversion af lower level crawl space to ha6itable space and other improvements ta an existing single family dwelling at 1511 DRAKE AVENUE zoned R-l. APN 026-033-080 Mailed: November 12, 2010 (Please refer to other side) • �, . • . A copy of the application and plans for this project may be reviewed prior to the meeting at the Community 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 the public hearing. Property owners who receive this notice are responsible for informing their tenants about this notice. For additional information, please call (650) 558-7250. Thank you. William Meeker Community Development Director • i (P/ease refer to other side)