R-2000-07b
10300 Torre Avenue
Cupertino, California 95014
Telephone: (408) 777-3308
FAX: (408) 777-3333
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
CITY OF
CUPE~INO
September 14, 2000
Ms. Barbara Gwozdz
21865 Regnart Road
Cupertino, CA 95014
SUBJECT: DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE ACTION LETTER - Application 07-R-OO.
This letter confirms the decision of the Design Review Committee, given at the meeting of
September 13, 2000, giving design approval of a new two-story residence, and an exception for a
second story that is 38.7% of the area of the first story where 35% is allowed, according to
Design Review Resolution No. 21.
Please be aware that if this permit is not used within one year, it shall expire on
September 13, 2001.
Also note that an appeal o(this decision can be made within 14 calendar days of the decision. If
this occurs, you will be notified of a public hearing which will be scheduled before the City
Council.
Sinc.erelY, II ,1 J
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Peter Gilli
Assistant Planner
Enclosures:
Resolution No. 21
c: Mr. Glenn Cahoon
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07-R-OO
CITY OF CUPERTINO
10300 Torre Avenue
Cupertino, California 95014
RESOLUTION 21
OF THE DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE OF THE CITY OF CUPERTINO APPROVING A NEW
TWO STORY RESIDENCE WITH A 37.8% FLOOR AREA RATIO AND AN EXCEPTION TO
ALLOW A SECOND STORY THAT IS 38.6% OF THE FIRST STORY AREA WHERE 35% IS
REQUIRED.
SECTION I: 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 supp0l1 said application; and has
satisfied the following requirements:
1. The project will be consistent with the Cupertino Comprehensive General Plan, any applicable
specific plans, zoning ordinances and the purposes of this title.
2. The granting of the special permit will not result in a condition that is detrimental or injurious to
property or improvements in the vicinity.
3. The proposed addition is harmonious in scale and design with the general neighborhood.
4. The proposed addition/home is generally consistent with design guidelines developed by the
Director of Community Development.
5. The proposed addition/home will not result in significant adverse visual impacts as viewed from
adjoining properties.
6. The literal enforcement of this chapter will result in restrictions inconsistent with the spirit and
intent of this chapter.
7. The granting of the exception will not result in a condition that is materially detrimental to the
public health, safety and welfare.
8. The exception to be granted is one that will require the least modification of the prescribed design
regulation and the minimum variance that will accomplish the purpose.
9. The proposed exception will not result in significant visual impacts as viewed from abutting
properties.
Resolution No. 21
Page 2
07-R-OO
September 13,2000
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED:
That after careful consideration of maps, facts, exhibits, testimony and other evidence submitted in this
matter, the second story deck exception is hereby approved subject to the conditions which are
enumerated in this Resolution beginning on page 2 thereof; and
That the subconc1usiol1S upon which the findings and conditions specifIed in this resolution are based
and contained in the public hearing record concerning Application 07-R-00 set forth in the Minutes of
the Design Review Committee meeting of, September 13, 2000, and are incorporated by reference as
though fully set forth herein.
SECTION II: PROJECT DESCRIPTION
Application No.:
Applicant:
Location:
07-R-00
Barbara Gwozdz
10363 Byrne Avenue
SECTION III. CONDITIONS ADMINISTERED BY THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPT.
1. APPROVED PROJECT
This approval is for a new two-story residence with a floor area ratio of 37.8%, and a 761 square
foot second story. The design is based on the plan set entitled "10363 Byrne Avenue" dated
January 2000, as amended by this resolution.
2. DESIGN MODIFICATIONS
A finish material such as stone or brick veneer shall be added to the base of the structure to add
weight to the base and reduce the relative visual mass of the structure.
3. PRIVACY PROTECTION
Privacy planting will be provided along the side and rear property lines in the areas shown on the
Sheet S, site plan of the approved plan set.
4. FRONT YARD TREE PLANTING
A minimum of one 24" box tree shall be planted in the front yard of the property. If the Public
Works Department does not require a street tree in the park strip fronting Byrne Avenue, then the
applicant shall plant one additional 15 gallon tree in the front yard of the property. The tree(s) shall
be selected from Appendix A, page 2 of Section 19.28.140 of the Cupertino Municipal Code.
Resolution No. 21
Page 3
07-R-00
September 13,2000
5. CHIMNEYS
Addition of a chimney to the residence will require a modification to this approval and must be
approved by the Design Review Committee.
6. GRADING
The final grading plan will be subject to review and approval by the Director of Community
Development prior to issuance of grading and building permits.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 13th day of September, 2000, 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: Kwok, Chairperson Stevens
COMMISSIONERS:
COMMISSIONERS:
COMMISSIONERS:
ATTEST:
APPROVED:
Isl Ciddy Wordell
Ciddy Wordell
City Planner
Isl Jerry Stevens
Jerry Stevens, Chairperson
Design Review Committee
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