R-2004-41b
10300 Torre Avenue
Cupertino, California 95014
Telephone: (408) 777-3308
FAX: (408) 777-3333
OF
CUPERJI
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
January 24, 2005
Mike Chen
12280 Saratoga-Sunnyvale Road, #209
Saratoga, CA 95070
SUBJECT: DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE ACTION LETTER - Application R-2004-41
This letter confirms the decision of the Design Review Committee, given at the meeting
of January 19, 2005; approving a new 4,507 square foot, two-story residence, with an
exception for a 1,287 square foot second-story exceeding 35% of the first story, located
on San Leandro Avenue (357-05-046), according to Resolution No. 193.
Please be aware that if this permit is not used within one year, it shall expire on
January 19, 2006.
Also, please note that an appeal of this decision can be made within 14 calendar days
from the date of this letter. If this happens, you will be notified of a public hearing,
which will be scheduled before the City Council.
Sincerely,
Assistant Planner
Enclosures:
Resolution Nos. 193
Cc: Theresa Wang, 10079 Saich Way, Cupertino, CA 95014
g:planning/DRC Committeelactionletter R-2004-41
R-2004-41
CITY OF CUPERTINO
10300 Torre Avenue
Cupertino, California 95014
RESOLUTION NO. 193
OF THE DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE OF THE CITY OF CUPERTINO APPROVING A
NEW, TWO-STORY 4,507 SQUARE FOOT RESIDENCE WITH AN EXCEPTION FOR A
1,287 SQUARE FOOT SECOND-STORY EXCEEDING 35% OF THE FIRST STORY
SECTION 1: PROjECT DESCRIPTION
Application No.:
Applicant:
Location:
R-2004-41
Mike Chen
San Leandro Avenue (357-05-046)
SECTION II: FINDINGS
WHEREAS, the necessary public notices have been given in accordance with the Procedural
Ordinance of the City of Cupertino, and the Design Review Committee has held one or more
public hearings on this matter; and
WHEREAS, the applicant has met the burden of proof required to support said application;
and has satisfied the following requirements:
1. That the literal enforcement of the provisions of this title will result in restrictions
inconsistent with the spirit and intent of this title.
2. That the approval of the exceptions will not result in a condition that is materially
detrimental to the public health, safety, or welfare.
3. That the exceptions to be granted are ones that will require the least modification of the
prescribed regulations and the minimum variance that will accomplish the purpose.
4. The proposed exception will not result in significant visual impact as viewed from
abutting properties.
5. The project will be consistent with the Cupertino Comprehensive General Plan, any
applicable specific plans, zoning ordinances and the purposes of this title.
6. The granting of the special permits will not result in a condition that is detrimental or
injurious to property or improvements in the vicinity, and will not be detrimental to the
public health, safety or welfare.
7. The proposed home is harmonious in scale and design with the general neighborhood.
Resolution No. 193
Page 2
R-2004-41
January 19{ 2005
8. The proposed home is generally consistent with design guidelines developed by the
Director of Community Development.
NOW{ THEREFORE{ BE IT RESOLVED:
That after careful consideration of maps{ facts{ exhibits{ testimony and other evidence
submitted in this matter{ the design review application is hereby approved subject to the
conditions which are enumerated in this Resolution beginning on page 2 thereof; and
That the subconclusions upon which the findings and conditions specified in this resolution
are based and contained in the public hearing record concerning Application R-2004-41 set
forth in the Minutes of the Design Review Committee meeting ot January 19{ 2005{ and are
incorporated by reference as though fully set forth herein.
SECTION Ill. CONDITIONS ADMINISTERED BY THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
DEPT.
1. APPROVED PROTECT
This approval is based on a plan set entitled{ fiProposed Residence San Leandro Ave.{
Cupertino{ CAt APN# 357-05-046{{ dated December 18{ 2004{ consisting of eight sheets
(T1{ A1-A5){ except as may be amended by conditions in this resolution.
2. CONSULT A TION WITH OTHER DEPARTMENTS
The applicant is responsible to consult with other departments and/ or agencies with
regard to the proposed project for additional conditions and requirements. Any
misrepresentation of any submitted data may invalidate an approval by the Design
Review Committee.
3. BUIDLING PERMIT SUBMITTAL
This approval is valid only if the applicant submits a complete building permit
application package to the Building Department for the prior to March 1{ 2005.
4. PRIV ACY PROTECTION COVENANT
The property owner shall record a covenant on this property to inform future property
owners of the privacy protection measures and tree protection requirements. The precise
language will be subject to approval by the Director of Community Development. Proof
of recordation must be submitted to the Community Development Department prior to
final occupancy of the residence.
5. ARCHITECTURAL CHANGES
The applicant shall revised the proposed plans to reflect the following changes:
. Wood trim board at wall tops
. Exposed rafter tails
. Stone base
. Trellis over the garage doors and family room deck
Resolution No. 193
Page 3
R-2004-41
January 19,2005
6. PARTIAL PERVIOUS PAVING MATERIAL
As agreed by the applicant, the driveway shall be partially covered with pervious
materials (20 feet AC Concrete and 5 feet pavers). Revised plans shall be reviewed and
approved by the Planning Department prior to issuance of building permits.
7. NOTICE OF FEES, DEDICATIONS, RESERVATIONS OR OTHER EXACTIONS
The Conditions of Project Approval set forth herein may include certain fees, dedication
requirements, reservation requirements, and other exactions. Pursuant to Government
Code Section 66020(d) (I), these Conditions constitute written notice of a statement of the
amount of such fees, and a description of the dedications, reservations, and other
exactions. You are hereby further notified that the 90-day approval period in which you
may protest these fees, dedications, reservations, and other exactions, pursuant to
Government Code Section 66020(a), has begun. If you fail to file a protest within this 90-
day period complying with all of the requirements of Section 66020, you will be legally
barred from later challenging such exactions.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 19th day of January 2005, at a Regular Meeting of the Design
Review Committee of the City of Cupertino, State of California, by the following roll call
vote:
AYES;
NOES:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
COMMISSIONERS: Commissioner Saadati and Acting Chairperson Miller
COMMISSIONERS:
COMMISSIONERS:
COMMISSIONERS: Chairperson Wong
APPROVED:
ATTEST:
/s/ Ciddy Wordell
Ciddy Wordell
City Planner
/s/ Marty Miller
Marty Miller, Acting Chairperson
Design Review Committee
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