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May 19, 1971`;` CITY OF CUPERTINO, State of California 10300 Torre Avenue, Cupertino Telephone: 252-4505 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE ARCHITECTURAL AND SITE APPROVAL COMMITTEE ON MAY 19, 1971 IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBER CITY HALL, CUPERTINO, CALIFORNIA SALUTE TO THE FLAG Chairman Ryner opened the meeting at 7:36 P.M. with the Salute to the Flag. ® ROLL CALL Committee Members Present: Gatto, McLaren, Chairman Ryner Committee Members Absent: Adams, Marquez Staff Present: Director of Public Works Yarborough Recording Secretary, Lois Inwards MINUTES OF THE PREVIOUS MEETING l.. Approval of Architectural and Site Approval Minutes.of May 5, 1971. Moved by Member McLaren, seconded by Member Gatto to approve the Minutes of May 5, 1971 as written. Motion carried, 3-0 COMMUNICATIONS WRITTEN 2. None ORAL 3.. Chairman Ryner said Member Adams had called to say he would be unable to attend this meeting because he.would be on the East Coast. 0 HC-33 Page 1 r0 BC-33 Page two Minutes of the H-Control Meeting on May 19, 1971 PUBLIC HEARINGS 4. Application HC-51,015.10 - Federal Signs, 1521 Terminal, San Jose, Ca. 95103, requesting approval of sign for Trend O'Fashion located in the•Crossroads Shopping Center (continued) (Loc. Map, Ex. 1) Moved by Member McLaren, seconded by Member Gatto, in view of the fact that this application was continued from the previous meeting and the applicant was not yet present, to place this application at the end of the Public Hearings. Motion carried, 3-0 5. Application 358-HC-68 - Review of final landscape plan for Del Oro Construction Company for 84-unit apartment complex located at 10375-10465 Mary Avenue. (Imposed conditions appealed by applicant.) (Referred back to H-Control for improvement in frontage.) (Loc. Map, Ex. 2) Moved by Member Gatto, seconded by Member McLaren, since the applicant was not yet present, to move this application to the end of the Public Hearings. Motion carried, 3-0 6. Application HC-51,205.1 - Taco Bell, requesting approval of architecture, landscaping, lighting and signs for building located at 10660 South Saratoga -Sunnyvale Road. (Loc. Map, Ex. 3) Mr. Charles Fauvre, 14452 Nutwood Lane, Saratoga, explained that the previous owner of "Senor Taco" had gone out of business and he had taken over the building. He went on to explain in detail the changes he planned to make to the building and grounds.. The covered drive -up window would be eliminated. The mission -style architecture will have a parapet around the building to screen the roof apurtenances. Attention was called to the sign: "TACO BELL", which perhaps is a departure from the architecture. Along the north side they plan to landscape. Mr. Fauvre said he has operated three Taco Bells for the past three years and all three have been enjoying good business. Sales are up 13% over last year. Chairman Ryner explained to the applicant that there Committee Members present there is a full complement at this meeting. and he could, if he chose, to review his plans. He were only three came back when elected to proceed P E ,• 0 Minutes of the H-Control Meeting on May 19, 1971 Mr. Fauvre said they are taking off the entire existing roof, will cut the posts down to three feet height, and remove the drive - through sign and replace it with a yucca. The building will be adobe color and will have arches across the front. The existing trash bin is too small and will be raised to six feet with new redwood doors. Landscaping and colors will be complimentary to the building. The patio surface in the front will be painted and will have slump stone tables. There will be screening between the outside diners and the moving traffic. The purpose of the fire pit is to add a feeling of warmth and congeniality. The wall around the dining area is ten feet back from the street. Chairman Ryner asked the Committee if there.were questions regard- ing the architecture. Member McLaren asked if the bell would be free swinging and authentic. Mr. Fauvre said it would be free swinging but it is not a real bell. Chairman Ryner made it a point to remind the applicant of the H-Control Standard Conditions - especially the one about roof apurtenances. The discussion then turned to the landscaping. Chairman Ryner asked about the condition of the street trees. The applicant said there is just one, which seems to be in good condition, although it is not very big. He is not planning any other trees on the property. Member McLaren said she would like to see more greenery in the trash area. Member Gatto suggested some kind of decorative block or brick across the top of the six-foot high trash enclosure Member McLaren suggested a tree rather than the juniper. The applicant said he could put a bottle brush tree in place of the juniper. Lighting was discussed next. Mr. Fauvre said he plans to remove the fluorescent lights under the tile roof and. will put Spanish wrought iron lanterns with 150 watt yellow bulbs all around the building. There will be spot lights on the corners of the roof and one or two lights directed on the plants and wall. The colored metal letters "TACO BELL" are not normally lit. That is the Taco Bell's logo and is crucial to their identity. The colors are basic red, yellow, blue and green. Member McLaren said that since the letters are metal and mounted as they are, she had no objections except for the bright colors. Member Gatto also felt the boldness of the colors was.objectionable and suggested earth tones of the same colors. Member McLaren did not feel the fire pit should be considered a sign. She felt it added atmosphere and referred to another res- taurant on Stevens Creek Boulevard across from.Valley Fair that has something similar. Member Gatto also noted the fire pit was oriented more to the guests than to the traffic. The applicant HC-.33 Page three 1 Architecture Landscaping Lighting Sign RC--33 Wage four Taco Bell HC-51,205.1 recommended for approval Review of plans Minutes of the H_�Control Meeting on May 19, 1971 said the fire pit has a steady gas flame and the Fire Marshall would like to have a grate put around it. Entrance and exit are on either side of the building. Existing lightoliers will remain. Chairman'Ryner asked for comments .from the audience. There were none. Moved by Member Gatto, seconded by Member McLaren to close the Public Hearing. Motion carried; 3-0 s Moved by Member Gatto, seconded by Member McLaren, to recommend approval of HC-51,205.1 - Taco Bell to the City Council, subject to the H-Control Standard Conditions and as indicated on exhibits and architects rendering, and subject to the condition that the sign is to be in earth tone colors and the applicant should meet with • and get staff approval prior to the City Council meeting; and that instead of the plant by the trash enclosure as shown on the land- scaping plans the applicant has indicated the desire to have a bottle brush tree and tile trim around the enclosure, Chairman Ryner noted that the applicant is making changes that are good. He was concerned about the lights in the rear and was not convinced of the need for flood lights directed on the sign. Member McLaren was in favor of lights in the rear for safety. AYES: Members Gatto, McLaren, Chairman Ryner NOES: None ABSENT: Members Adams, Marquez Motion carried, 3-0 7. Application HC-51-257.1 - Harold B. Wagstaff, Architect for Horst Kliemann, requesting approval of site, architecture, landscaping,.lighting, signs and underground of utilities for 20-guest residential care home to be located at the intersection of Foothill Boulevard and Santa Paula. (Loc. Map, Ex. 4) The Director of Public Works referred to his summary of this appli- cation. The site plan was displayed on the bulletin board. Mr. H. B. Wagstaff of Marin County showed a rendering nf the tile - roofed slump stone and brick building and professionaliy landscaped grounds. Nine parking spaces will be provided for the 20-bed building. He said the building has been relocated two feet farther south than the site plan indicates. There will be a ramp entry with 6" grade leading to the front door for wheel chair patients. They a 41 Minutes of the H--Control Meeting on May 19, 1971 will have all ambulatory patients; no sick patients. Chairman Ryner asked how they plan to gutter this building. Mr. Wagstaff said they will build the gutter in behind heavy redwood fascia. Member McLaren was concerned about the_ parking facilities. Mr. Wagstaff said this was a 20-bed rest home with a staff of 4+. There is parking in the rear, in addition to the six parking spaces shown on the site plan. Member Gatto asked how long most patients would stay. Mr. Wagstaff said they could stay as long as they are well; 'there are no pro- visions for bed patients. Chairman Ryner asked if these plans have been discussed with the people living in the area. Mr. Wagstaff did not know. A six-foot trash enclosure will be furnished with provision for ® containers inside. No air conditioning is contemplated for the larger structure. The living room, dining room and kitchen will be air conditioned. The air conditioner will be a 3-5 ton, ground mounted unit which Mr. Wagstaff hopes to effectively screen with shrubbery or the fence. The walkway will be lit by lights approx- imately twenty feet apart and a larger, translucent, amber opaque 100 watt standard at the main entrance. The rear deck will have individual wall -mounted lights. Under the eaves there will be a couple of lights on a time clock for safety purposes. The sign is for the purpose of identification, not advertising. 11 0 Trees along the street will be in accordance with the City re- quirements. Internal landscaping is of a low nature with the exception of the trees. They will use five -gallon size shrubs: pfitzer junipers, azaleas, evergreen, agapanthus, and foundation planting. Along the perimeter there will be fifteen -gallon trees every twenty feet. Chairman Ryner asked if there wouldn't be any grass. Mr. Wagstaff said this could be considered. Member Gatto asked if a member of the staff would be able to mow the grass. Mr. Wagstaff felt this could be arranged. Member Gatto observed that the users of the deck could not enjoy the landscaping. To Member McLaren's question, Mr. Wagstaff said the area around the trash enclosure would be landscaped. Chairman Ryner told the applicant he had the option to postpone his application inasmuch as there were only three Committee MemberE present. Mr. Wagstaff elected to go ahead. Moved by Member McLaren, seconded by Member Gatto to close the Public Hearing. Motion carried, 3-0 HC--33 Page five Parking Landscaping HC-33 Page six HC-51,257.1 recommended for approval Minutes of the H-Control Meeting on May 19, 1971 Moved by Member McLaren, seconded by Member Gatto to recommend to the City Council approval of application HC-51,257.1 for the 20-guest residential care home subject to the plans and specifica- tions provided regarding lighting, landscaping, the site plan, underground utilities and subject to the H-Control standard conditions, with'the stipulation, since the screening on the air conditioning is not shown on the plans it should be approved by the staff prior to installation. On the lighting of the rear deck, wall brackets to be used typical of residential homes and if necessary for further lighting, two soft flood lights could be used on the rear deck area -- this would have to have approval of the staff prior to installation as to lighting location and size. Member McLaren wanted to call attention to the City Council that although it is not under the jurisdiction of the H-Control Committee, she was concerned with the parking facilities, at least with the residents that would'be coming in and out and with cars backing out. Her reason for concern is that she has first-hand "knowledge of the congestion in the circular driveway area at another nursing home in that area. AYES: Members Gatto, McLaren, Chairman Ryner NOES: None ABSENT: Members Adams, Marquez Motion carried, 3-0 4. Application HC-51,015.10 - Federal Signs, 1521 Terminal, San Jose, Ca. 95103, requesting approval of sign for Trend O'Fashion located in the Crossroads Shopping Center (continued) (Loc. Map, Ex. 1) Moved by Member McLaren to continue„application HC-51,015.10 since the applicant had not arrived. Motion died for lack of a second. Director Yarborough placed the drawing of the proposed sign on the bulletin board. Member Gattb said this sign seems to be similar to those used in the rest of that shopping center. There were no comments from the audience.' Moved by Member Gatto, seconded by Member McLaren to close the Public Hearings. Motion carried, 3-0 Moved by Member Gatto, seconded by Member McLaren to recommend application HC-51,015.10 for approval of sign "Trend 0"Fashion" subject to the standard H--Control conditions and the submitted layout. x 0 0 Minutes of the H-Control Meeting on May 19, 1971 ® AYES: Members Gatto, McLaren, Chairman Ryner NOES: None ABSENT: Members Adams, Marquez Motion carried, 3-0 5. Application 358-HC-68 - Review of final landscape plan for Del Oro Construction Company for 84-unit apartment complex located at 10375-10465 Mary Avenue. (Imposed conditions appealed by applicant.) (Referred back -to H-Control for improvement in frontage.) (Loc. Map, Ex. 2) Mr. Carl W. Haaland, 249 Copco Lane, San Jose, owner and developer of this project said he had engaged the services of a landscape - designer. Mrs. Susan Manning, 7720 Meadow Court, Cupertino, landscape - designer, said she was hired two days before this meeting. After talking with the developer and City staff, her initial feeling was the stark look of the walls so close to the curb. She wanted to see some plant material going up the walls. She commented that there are some very nice olive trees on the property. She wanted to change the cutouts to one long, 4-foot wide strip for planting and remove all the red rock. Rather than a fence, she suggested pyracantha trimmed to 3 feet. The soil in the 4-foot planter should be lowered to 1 inch below the sidewalk. She would use xylosma, ginkgo trees and ceanothus (wild lilac) informally espaliered against the wall. Chairman Ryner asked the designer if she could do more with the landscaping if given more time. She answered that the buildings are there; this plan was the best she could do. Given more time, her presentation would be more refined. Moved by Member Gatto, seconded by Member McLaren to close the Public Hearing. Motion carried, 3-0 Member Gatto commented that the additional planting is the method for solving the problem. Perhaps what has been presented is not enough; additional large items against the building might be good. Moved by Member Gatto, seconded by Member McLaren that application 358-HC-68, Del Oro apartments be recommended for approval, based on the submittal, subject to the H-Control standard conditions, plus the following: • HC-33 Page seven HC-513015.10 approved RC-33 Page eight 358-HC-68 approved with conditions Minutes of. the H-Control Meeting on May 19, 1971 1. Extend the 4' landscape strip continuously throughout the • length of the frontage adjacent to the back of the walk between the northerly property line and a point set southerly where the curb would become tangent to existing driveway curb. 2. Increase landscaping adjacent to building faces with plan to be reviewed and approved by the City staff before presentation to the City Council. 3. Living fence to be allowed utilizing pyracantha shrubs within the narrow landscaped strip paralleling the parking access aisle which lies between the sidewalk and the buildings situated on the southerly portion of the frontage of Mary Avenue. 4. Splash blocks to be installed as well as stepping stones added to reduce the erosion on the slope area, particularly adjacent to the service meter box area. Subject to conditions and revised exhibits submitted by landscape architect representing applicant. Revised exhibits to be com- pleted and reviewed by City Staff prior to Council action. AYES: Members Gatto, McLaren NOES: Chairman Ryner ABSENT:- Members Adams, Marquez Motion carried, 2-1 UNFINISHED BUSINESS 9. Review of inquiries and requests directed to City staff relative to reported violations of H-Control regulations. 40 Moved by Member McLaren, secorded.by Member Gatto, due to the lateness of the hour and the fact that Mr. Ahamnos has been ill, to hear Item b at this time. Motion carried, 3-0 (b) Mr. George Ahamnos, 20567 Russell Lane, Saratoga, application 347-HC-68 - Screening for air conditioning units on roof of Don's Burger Villa, Stevens,Creek Boulevard and Portal Avenue. The Director of Public Works said Mr. Ahamnos proposed to remove the roof line and add a fence around the air conditioning unit. Chairman Ryner noted that here is another case where we are building another fence around an air conditioner on the roof and he was against it. Minutes of the H-Control Meeting on May 1.9, 1971 Member Gatto asked how much higher the air conditioner would be than the roof. He was told it would be one foot above the roof line. Member McLaren suggested raising the parapet and taking the fence down. It was decided this would make the roof look out of proportion. Mr. Ahamnos claimed he_needs circulating air around the unit and he also needs to have it covered during the rainy season. Chairmar Ryner suggested the applicant get together with the Director of Public Works and the air conditioner installer to resolve the inherent problems. MINUTE ORDER: Moved by Member Gatto, seconded by Member McLaren to instruct the ® staff to investigate this problem and further: 1. Find out the reason why the air conditioning unit needs a roof. 2. Take a photograph of the area in question, looking down into the well. 3. Obtain information on the relationship of the air conditioner to the parapet and any other pertinent information on the roof that will aid the Committee in making a determination. Motion carried, 3-0 (a) Violation of Sign Ordinance by Produce Market on Highway 9. The Director of Public Works said the string of .lights has been removed. The owner was warned that if there are repeated varia- tions to the Sign Ordinance they will be dealt with more harshly. 10. Status Report of H-Control Applications The PW Market representatives wanted to review their proposal with the Committee once again, on the advice of the City Council. Chairman Ryner said this should be heard under Public Hearings. It was decided the Committee would listen to what the applicants had to say on HC-51,230.1. is HC-33 Page nine Staff to gather more information Don's Burger Villa PW Market discussion HC-33 Page ten Minutes of the H-Control Meeting on May 19, 1971 The applicants talked about shifting the units on the roof so they won't be seen from the parking lot; or lowering the unit; or putting it at the rear of the building. They also talked about a separate building on the parking lot to contain the structure, or recessing it in a well. The staff recommended lowering the unit. Mr. Bruce A. McClelland, North First Street, San Jose, said this is a matter of real concern to Mr. Franco, owner of PW markets. Mr. McClelland has visited the site and the Cupertino Building Department. This was sent back to this Committee to stud; alter- natives: moving the large unit to the center of the building; cutting a hole in the present building and lowering the unit down into the bakery. They found removal of the unit from over the machinery room becomes a.matter of impracticability. Another alternative was to relocate the entire unit into a separate -build- ing at the rear. This would create noise up against the property line. Their final conclusion is to have the main air cooling unit remain in its present location. The exhaust unit is located toward the back end of the building. He then introduced Mr. John Hassman, Engineer, and Mr. Humbert. Mr. Hassman said they can reduce the highest unit by four feet - 50%. Mr. Humbert said this market is 40,000 square feet and requires a 260 horsepower AC equivalent air conditioning unit to be effective. He said this is an everyday type application. At 10 miles per hour going east on Homestead Road by the apartments you can hardly see the roof apurtenances. He added that they are scheduled to open June 7th. The applicant suggested the H-Control Committee let them present this last proposal to the City Council on June 7th. The Director of Public Works said the City Council sent this application back to this Committee expecting a solution to the problem. • Member McLaren still felt the screening should go around the peri- meter of the building, with access to the equipment on one side. Mr. Meu, the architect, offered to go to stucco above the 21" high parapet across the back of the concrete building. The Director of Public Works said the staff could discuss this possibility with the applicant. The site plans were discussed next., A future building is planned on the east side of the FW market building, but it won't be as deep. There was some discussion of how high the stucco parapet would go along the back and how it would be tied in with the east side of the building. Member Gatto felt that m.nimizing the height of the apurtenances rather than raising the parapet would be the best answer. Minutes of the H-Control Meeting on May 19, 1971 NEW BUSINESS 1. There is a new sign in front of Tate's Country Music Store. This was referred to the staff. 2. Shire Records and Buck Skin Den was referred to the staff. 3. The car painting shop on Bubb Road between the Shell Station and the market was brought to the attention of the staff. Now they even have a sign: "All Work Guaranteed - Quick Service". 4. Chairman Ryner was concerned about the status of the land- scaping of Crossroads Shopping Center. Staff will research the application. 5. It was suggested that perhaps the Committee should set up a sub -committee to go over some of the applications submitted is and approved to see if they have followed through. The Director of Public Works said Final Inspection could have a check list and submit it -to the Committee. ADJOURIqMENT Moved by Member Gatto, seconded by Member McLaren to adjourn at 11:25 P.M. Motion carried, 3-0 APPROVED: .. ...... ...... ..... .... ...... /s/ Stephen C. Ryner Chairman ATTEST: s/ Wm. E. Ryder City Clerk HC-33 .Page eleven