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DRC Summary 100605 City of Cupertino 10300 Torre Avenue, Cupertino, California 95014 (408) 777-3308 To: Mayor and City Council Members Planning Commissioners From: Steve Piasecki, Director of Community Development Date: October 10,2005 Subj: REPORT OF DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE FINAL DECISIONS MADE October 6, 2005. Chapter 19.136 of the Cupertino Municipal code provides for A eal of decisions made b the Desi Review Committee 1. Application EXC-2005-1S; Sue Modereger (Hewlett Packard), 11000 N Wolfe Rd Description Sign exception for the sign area for eight interior directional signs Action The Design Review Committee approved the application on a 2-0 vote. This is effective October 6, 2005. The fourteen-calendar day appeal will expire on October 20, 2005. Enclosures: Design Review Committee Report of October 6, 2005 Resolution No. 223 Approved Plan Set 2. Application EXC-2005-16; ABC Tree Farm (Hewlett Packard), Stevens Creek @ Finch Description Sign Exception for an off-site sign Action The Design Review Committee approved the application on a 2-0 vote. This is effective October 6, 2005. The fourteen-calendar day appeal will expire on October 20, 2005. Enclosures: Design Review Committee Report of October 6, 2005 Resolution No. 224 Approved Plan Set G:planning/Drc/l00605 summaryletter.doc To: From: Subject: Location: Design Review Committee Colin Jung, Senior Planner Application: EXC-2005-15 11000 N. Wolfe Road Date: October 6, 2005 Proiect Description: Sign exception for the sign area for eight interior directional signs for the Hewlett Packard Campus. RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends approval of EXC-2005-15, based on the model resolution, which has the following modifications to the applicant's request: a) Approved as requested: Signs #1, #16, #24 and #26. b) Deny request for larger directional sign: Signs #45 and #46 c) Approve with modifications- Use "Medium Freestanding" Standard (6.93 sq.ft.) instead of "Large Freestanding" Standard (13.6 sq.ft.): Signs #49 and #50 BACKGROUND: The Hewlett Packard Wolfe Road Campus is located on a 101-acre, three-lot block surrounded by four public streets: Wolfe Road, Homestead Road, Tantau Avenue and Pruneridge Avenue. 11 of the 12 buildings on the site are oriented to the interior of the property and surrounded by surface parking and a wide and tall landscape berm that obscures most of the buildings from public street view. The campus is served by 11 driveway entrances and internal circulation is accomplished through a network of driveways and pedestrian paths that link the buildings together. The campus has a large number of internal directional signs to direct vendors, employees and customers around on the campus. The applicant has an ongoing reirnaging and resigning program for its facilities. Last year the applicant received sign exception approval for a number of new monument signs at the campus entrances. The current submittal is for internal informational and directional signage mounted on fences and buildings and freestanding ground signs. Staff has reviewed the internal signage program and the vast majority of the proposed new signs or replacement signs meet the City's sign ordinance and will be approved by staff. There are eight free-standing directional ground signs that do not comply with the sign code and can only be approved with a sign exception. These eight proposed directional signs all exceed the sign code maximum size of 4 square feet. The enclosed plan set has a lot of signage information that DRC does not need to review. Pertinent information to the sign exception is highlighted as follows: . Yellow highlights on the site plan show the locations of the 8 proposed directional signs needing the sign exception. J-\ . Drawings and photos hand-circled in red ink show the existing directional signs if any and the proposed signs needing a sign exception, which are Signs numbered: 1, 16, 24, 26, 45, 46, 49, and 50. DISCUSSION: Hewlett Packard's signage program has three standard, free-standing, directional sign options: · The Small Freestanding directional sign (4.0 square feet) meets the City Sign Code and is administratively approve by staff (See Sign #47 on page marked #32). · The Medium Freestanding directional sign (7.166 square feet) requires a sign exception and is proposed for six of the eight signs #1, #16, #24, #26, #45 and #46. · The Large Freestanding directional sign (11.875 square feet) requires a sign exception and is proposed for two of the eight signs #49 and #50. In general, staff is supportive of the sign exception where a larger directional sign is warranted. The campus is large with many buildings that have numerous locations that people need signage to find. However, the sign area should be proportional to the information that needs to be conveyed. Using this reasoning, staff recommends the following for the sign exception request: a) Approve as requested: Signs #1, #16, #24 and #26 (Medium Freestanding standard). Sign content is proportional to sign area. b) Deny (not approve) sign exception request for Signs #45 and #46. The Medium Freestanding standard is much larger than the information needs. Directional information can be accommodated on the Small Freestanding standard, which does not need a sign exception approval c) Approve with modifications- Signs #49 and #50. Use "Medium Freestanding" Standard (6.93 sq.ft.) instead of "Large Freestanding" Standard (13.6 sq.ft.). The Large Freestanding standard is disproportionally larger than the information needs. The Medium Freestanding is proportional in size to the sign content. Findings for Exception Per Section 17.44.040 of the Municipal Code, the Design Review Committee may grant an exception based upon the following findings: 2 J-~ A. Literal Enforcement of the Sign Regulations are Inconsistent with Spirit and Intent of Sign Ordinance Part of the intent of the Sign Ordinance is to "provide regulations of sign size, height and quantity which will allow for good visibility for the public and the needs of business while providing for the safety of the public by minimizing distraction to the motorist and pedestrian." The campus is large with multiple buildings and locations that need directional signage sized to the signage content. B. The granting of the exception will not result in a condition which is materially detrimental to the public health, safety, or welfare The additional signage area will not be detrimental to the public health, safety, or welfare. C. Least Modification and Minimum Variance to Accomplish Purpose As recommended by staff, the directional signs will be sized in proportion to the sign content that is being delivered and represents the least modification and minimum variance to accomplish this purpose. Prepared by: Approved by: Colin Jung, Senior Planner r· \x . Ciddy Wordell, City Planner..........O Enclosures: Model Resolution Plan Set G:\Planning\DRC\staff rep\EXC-2005-15 SRdoc 3 J-3 EXC-2005-15 CITY OF CUPERTINO 10300 Torre Avenue Cupertino, California 95014 RESOLUTION NO. OF THE DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE OF THE CITY OF CUPERTINO APPROVING WITH MODIFICATIONS A SIGN EXCEPTION REQUEST FOR THE SIGN AREA FOR EIGHT INTERIOR DIRECTIONAL SIGNS FOR AN OFFICE/INDUSTRIAL CAMPUS AT 11000 WOLFE ROAD SECTION I: PROTECT DESCRIPTION Application No.: EXC-2005-15 Applicant: Sue Modereger (for Hewlett Packard) Location: 11 000 Wolfe Road SECTION II: FINDINGS WHEREAS, the Design Review Committee of the City of Cupertino received an application for a Sign Exception, as described in this Resolution; and WHEREAS, the Design Review Committee finds that the changes with modifications are beneficial and compatible with the surrounding area; 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 granting of the exception will not result in a condition which is materially detrimental to the public health, safety, or welfare; and 3. That the exception to be granted is one that will require the least modification of the prescribed regulations and the minimum variance that will accomplish the purpose. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED: That after careful consideration of maps, facts, exhibits, testimony and other evidence submitted in this matter, the application no. EXC-2005-15, is hereby approved; 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 EXC-2005-15 as set forth in the Minutes of the Design Review Committee Meeting of October 6, 2005, and are incorporated by reference herein. J-H- Resolution No. Page 2 SECTION III: CONDITIONS ADMINISTERED BY THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPT. EXC-2005-15 October 6, 2005 1. APPROVED EXHIBITS Approval is based on a plan set titled: "hp invent, 11000 Wolfe, Cupertino, CA" consisting of 13 pages, except as may be amended by conditions in this resolution. 2. 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) (1), 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. 3. MODIFICATIONS TO THE SIGN EXCEPTION APPROVAL · Signs #1, #16, #24 and #26 are approved as requested (Medium Freestanding standard directional sign, 6.93 sq. ft. in area). · Signs #49 and #50 are approved with modifications, reducing the size of the sign area to Medium Freestanding standard directional sign, 6.93 sq. ft. in area. · Sign exceptions for #45 and #46 are not approved. PASSED AND ADOPTED this 6th day of October 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: COMMISSIONERS: COMMISSIONERS: COMMISSIONERS: ATTEST: APPROVED: Ciddy Wordell City Planner G:\Planning\DRC\res\EXC-2005-15 res.doc Marty Miller, Acting Chair Design Review Committee g-5 EXC-2005-15 CITY OF CUPERTINO 10300 Torre Avenue Cupertino, California 95014 RESOLUTION NO. 223 OF THE DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE OF THE CITY OF CUPERTINO APPROVING WITH MODIFICATIONS A SIGN EXCEPTION REQUEST FOR THE SIGN AREA FOR EIGHT INTERIOR DIRECTIONAL SIGNS FOR AN OFFICE/INDUSTRIAL CAMPUS AT 11000 WOLFE ROAD SECTION I: PROTECT DESCRIPTION Application No.: EXC-2005-15 Applicant: Sue Modereger (for Hewlett Packard) Location: 11000 Wolfe Road SECTION II: FINDINGS WHEREAS, the Design Review Committee of the City of Cupertino received an application for a Sign Exception, as described in this Resolution; and WHEREAS, the Design Review Committee finds that the changes with modifications are beneficial and compatible with the surrounding area; 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 granting of the exception will not result in a condition which is materially detrimental to the public health, safety, or welfare; and 3. That the exception to be granted is one that will require the least modification of the prescribed regulations and the minimum variance that will accomplish the purpose. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED: That after careful consideration of maps, facts, exhibits, testimony and other evidence submitted in this matter, the application no. EXC-2005-15, is hereby approved; 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 EXC-2005-15 as set forth in the Minutes of the Design Review Committee Meeting of October 6, 2005, and are incorporated by reference herein. Resolution No. 223 Page 2 EXC-2005-15 October 6, 2005 SECTION III: CONDITIONS ADMINISTERED BY THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPT. 1. APPROVED EXHIBITS Approval is based on a plan set titled: "hp invent, 11000 Wolfe, Cupertino, CA" consisting of 13 pages, except as may be amended by conditions in this resolution. 2. 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) (1), 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. 3. MODIFICATIONS TO THE SIGN EXCEPTION APPROVAL . Signs #1, #16, #24, #26, #45 and #46 are approved as requested (Medium Freestanding standard directional sign, 6.93 sq. ft. in area). . Signs #49 and #50 are approved with modifications, reducing the size of the sign area to Medium Freestanding standard directional sign, 6.93 sq. ft. in area. PASSED AND ADOPTED this 6th day of October 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 Giefer, Chairperson Miller COMMISSIONERS: COMMISSIONERS: COMMISSIONERS: ATTEST: APPROVED: /s/Ciddy Wordell Ciddy Wordell City Planner Is/Marty Miller Marty Miller, Chair Design Review Committee G:\Planning\DRC\res\EXC-200S-15 res.doc Resolution No. 223 Page 2 SECTION III: CONDITIONS ADMINISTERED BY THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPT. EXC-2005-15 October 6, 2005 1. APPROVED EXHIBITS Approval is based on a plan set titled: "hp invent, 11000 Wolfe, Cupertino, CA" consisting of 13 pages, except as may be amended by conditions in this resolution. 2. 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) (1), 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. 3. MODIFICATIONS TO THE SIGN EXCEPTION APPROVAL . Signs #1, #16, #24, #26, #45 and #46 are approved as requested (Medium Freestanding standard directional sign, 6.93 sq. ft. in area). . Signs #49 and #50 are approved with modifications, reducing the size of the sign area to Medium Freestanding standard directional sign, 6.93 sq. ft. in area. 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Š 9 ~: ~.; To: From: Subject: Location: Design Review Committee Colin Jung, Senior Planner. Application: EXC-2005-16 20807 Stevens Creek Boulevard Date: October 6, 2005 Proiect Description: Sign Exception (file no. EXC-2005-16) to allow a temporary off-site sign on a vacant lot at the northwest corner of Stevens Creek Boulevard and Finch Avenue RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends approval of EXC-2005-16 based on the model resolution. BACKGROUND: The applicant, ABC Tree Farms, is requesting sign exception approval to allow a temporary off-site sign at its former business location in order to inform its past customers of its new location. ABC Tree Farms has operated a seasonal sales site in Cupertino for nearly 20 years, selling pumpkins for Halloween and trees for Christmas. ABC was unable to renew its land lease for the northwest corner of Stevens Creek Boulevard and Finch Avenue this year because of ongoing property redevelopment (the Menlo Equities project) that has eliminated the surface parking lot. This year ABC has relocated its business to the vacant lot at the southeast corner of De Anza Boulevard and Bollinger Road (the former Bonsai Nursery) in San Jose. Relocating businesses typically put up signage in their old storefront to direct their past customers to their new location. ABC is asking for the same consideration, even though its past site is a vacant lot. The applicant is asking for a 4' by 8' temporary sign that will be erected on October 7th and taken down on October 3151 for Halloween, and erected again on November 24th and taken down on December 26th for the Christmas season this year. To meet City sign regulations, there must be three feet of clearance between the top of the sidewalk and the bottom of the sign, and the sign cannot be located in the sight triangle depicted in Exhibit A. The applicant is agreeable to both conditions. The size of the sign-4' by 8' is satisfactory for visibility by passing motorists. DISCUSSION: The sign exception approval requires special findings. 3...1 October 6, 2005 EXC-2005-16 Findings for a Sig:n Exception Per Section 17.44.040 of the Municipal Code, the Design Review Committee may grant a sign exception based upon the following findings: A. Literal Enforcement of the Sign Regulations will result in restrictions inconsistent with the spirit and intent of this title. The intent of the Sign Ordinance is to "provide architectural and aesthetic harmony of signs as they relate to building design" and to "provide [sign regulations] that will allow for good visibility for the public and the needs of the business...." The applicant is asking for temporary directional ground signage to inform his past customers of his new business location. This is signage the City normally allows for any storefront business without need of a permit. As there is no building on the site, the signage must be visible to a passing motorist/ customer and the proposed sign is reasonably sized to accomplish that purpose. B. The granting of the exception will not result in a condition that is materially detrimental to the public health, safety, or welfare. The signs do not create any health or safety problems and will conform to City standards for safety sight lines. C. Least modification of the prescribed regulations and the minimum variance that will accomplish the purpose. The height and size of the ground sign provides adequate visibility for passing motorists/ customers without being visually overwhelming. Enclosures: Model Resolution Applicant's request for sign exception Sign Content Exhibit A: Aerial photo showing "no signage" safety sight line G: \ Planning\ DRC\ staff rep \2005\ EXC-2oo5-16.doc 2 3/:} EXC-2005-16 CITY OF CUPERTINO 10300 Torre Avenue Cupertino, California 95014 RESOLUTION NO. 213 OF THE DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE OF THE CITY OF CUPERTINO APPROVING A SIGN EXCEPTION TO ALLOW A TEMPORARY OFF- SITE GROUND SIGN AT THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF STEVENS CREEK BOULEVARD & FINCH AVENUE SECTION I: PROTECT DESCRIPTION Application No.: Applicant: Location: EXC-2005-16 ABC Tree Farm (Hewlett Packard) No address-Northwest Corner of Stevens Creek Blvd. & Finch Ave. SECTION II: FINDINGS WHEREAS, the Design Review Committee of the City of Cupertino received an application for a Sign Exception, as described in this Resolution; and WHEREAS, the Design Review Committee finds that the changes are beneficial and compatible with the surrounding area; 1. That the literal enforcement of the provisions of this title will result in restrictions inconsistent with the spirit and intent of this title in that the City allows informational signage for relocating storefront businesses, but has no similar provisions for relocating seasonal sales lot businesses; 2. That the granting of the exception will not result in a condition which is materially detrimental to the public health, safety, or welfare in that the ground sign shall conform to placement regulations that promote safety. 3. That the exception to be granted is one that will require the least modification of the prescribed regulations and the minimum variance that will accomplish the purpose in that the sign is reasonably sized at 4' by 8' to inform passing motorists! customers without being visually overwhelming. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED: That after careful consideration of maps, facts, exhibits, testimony and other evidence submitted in this matter, the application no. EXC-2005-16, is hereby approved; and 3~3 Resolution No. Page 2 EXC-2005-16 October 6, 2005 . That the subconclusions upon which the findings and conditions specified in this Resolution are based and contained in the public hearing record concerning Application EXC-2005-16 as set forth in the Minutes of the Design Review Committee Meeting of October 6, 2005, and are incorporated by reference herein. SECTION III: CONDITIONS ADMINISTERED BY THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPT. 1. APPROVED EXHIBITS Approval is based on a document titled" Area Application Guidelines for a Sign Exception for ABC Tree Farms" , the sign content sheet and an aerial photo (Exhibit A) which shows the no signage area of the subject property, except as amended by this resolution. 2. TEMPORARY SIGN AGE DATES Approval is granted for a temporary ground sign that may be erected between the following inclusive dates October 7, 2005 to October 31, 2005, and between November 24, 2005 to December 26, 2005. 3. SIGN AGE SIZE. CLEARANCE AND PLACEMENT RESTRICTIONS The ground sign shall be no more than 32 square feet in area and be sited on private property with a clearance of three feet between the top of the sidewalk and the bottom of the sign panel. The sign shall not be located in the "no signage" area depicted in Exhibit A. 4. 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) (1), 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 6th day of October 2005, at a Regular Meeting of the Design Review Committee of the City of Cupertino, State of California, by the following roll call vote: 3-4 Resolution No. Page 3 EXC-2005-16 October 6, 2005 AYES: NOES: ABSTAIN: ABSENT: ATTEST: COMMISSIONERS: COMMISSIONERS: COMMISSIONERS: COMMISSIONERS: APPROVED: Ciddy Wordell City Planner Marty Miller, Chairperson Design Review Committee G: \ Planning \ DRC\ res \2005\ EXC-2005-16 res.doc 3-5 EXC-2005-16 CITY OF CUPERTINO 10300 Torre Avenue Cupertino, California 95014 RESOLUTION NO. 224 OF THE DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE OF THE CITY OF CUPERTINO APPROVING A SIGN EXCEPTION TO ALLOW A TEMPORARY OFF- SITE GROUND SIGN AT THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF STEVENS CREEK BOULEVARD & FINCH AVENUE SECTION I: PROTECT DESCRIPTION Application No.: Applicant: Location: EXC-2005-16 ABC Tree Farm (Hewlett Packard) No address - Northwest Corner of Stevens Creek Blvd. & Finch Ave. SECTION II: FINDINGS WHEREAS, the Design Review Committee of the City of Cupertino received an application for a Sign Exception, as described in this Resolution; and WHEREAS, the Design Review Committee finds that the changes are beneficial and compatible with the surrounding area; 1. That the literal enforcement of the provisions of this title will result in restrictions inconsistent with the spirit and intent of this title in that the City allows informational signage for relocating storefront businesses, but has no similar provisions for relocating seasonal sales lot businesses; 2. That the granting of the exception will not result in a condition which is materially detrimental to the public health, safety, or welfare in that the ground sign shall conform to placement regulations that promote safety. 3. That the exception to be granted is one that will require the least modification of the prescribed regulations and the minimum variance that will accomplish the purpose in that the sign is reasonably sized at 4' by 8' to inform passing motorists! customers without being visually overwhelming. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED: That after careful consideration of maps, facts, exhibits, testimony and other evidence submitted in this matter, the application no. EXC-2005-16, is hereby approved; and Resolution No. 224 Page 2 EXC-2005-16 October 6, 2005 That the subconclusions upon which the findings and conditions specified in this Resolution are based and contained in the public hearing record concerning Application EXC-2005-16 as set forth in the Minutes of the Design Review Committee Meeting of October 6, 2005, and are incorporated by reference herein. SECTION III: CONDITIONS ADMINISTERED BY THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPT. 1. APPROVED EXHIBITS Approval is based on a document titled" Area Application Guidelines for a Sign Exception for ABC Tree Farms", the sign content sheet and an aerial photo (Exhibit A) which shows the no signage area of the subject property, except as amended by this resolution. 2. TEMPORARY SIGN AGE DATES Approval is granted for a temporary ground sign that may be erected between the following inclusive dates October 7, 2005 to October 31, 2005, and between November 24, 2005 to December 26, 2005. 3. SIGNAGE SIZE, CLEARANCE AND PLACEMENT RESTRICTIONS The ground sign shall be no more than 32 square feet in area and be sited on private property with a clearance of three feet between the top of the sidewalk and the bottom of the sign panel. The sign shall not be located in the "no signage" area depicted in Exhibit A. 4. 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) (1), 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 6th day of October 2005, at a Regular Meeting of the Design Review Committee of the City of Cupertino, State of California, by the following roll call vote: Resolution No. 224 Page 3 EXC-2005-16 October 6, 2005 AYES: NOES: ABSTAIN: ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS: Commission Giefer, Chairperson Miller COMMISSIONERS: COMMISSIONERS: COMMISSIONERS: ATTEST: APPROVED: Isl Ciddy Wordell Ciddy Wordell City Planner IslMarty Miller Marty Miller, Chairperson Design Review Committee G: 1 Planning 1 DRCI res 12005 1 EXC-2005-16 res. doc Area Application Guidelines for a Sign Excc;ption for ABC Tree Farms ABC Tree Farms is requesting a sign exception to place an off site sign at their prior business location at the Northwest comer of the intersection of Stevens Creek Blvd. and Finch Rd. ABC Tree Farms had operated a seasonal sales site at this location for approximately twenty years prior and wishes to inform it's past customers that it has moved location to a new location at the intersection of Sunnyvale Saratoga Rd./DeAnza Blvd and Bollinger Rd in San Jose. ABC Tree Farms has received written permission from the landowner, Hewlett Packard, which is on the application that follows. We are requesting that the design of the sign be as shown in the following sign diagram. We will allow 3 feet of clearance between the top of the sign and the sidewalk and the bottom of the sign panel. The sign will be located behind the dotted line shown in the Ariel photo you provided to us. We are requesting that the size of the sign be thirty two square feet. We will put up the sign on October l't, 2005 and take down the sign on October 31st. and it will go back up on November 24th, 2005 and taken down on December 26th, 2005. The sign will be compliant with the sign codes of the City of Cupertino. I have enclosed the appropriate fees for the Application and Deposit. In can be of any further assistance please call me Jerry Klima at 5039758733. APPROVAL 6xc-- PlOOf), ¡In Application Number CRC {O'fo/~ ~~~ E'VE MOVED PUMPKINS AND CHRISTMAS TREES NOW AT 966 DE ANZA BLVD AT BOLLINGER RD (accross from the Home Depot) APPROVAL F,xc,..... dmF,-/(" Application Number CRC ~ ~ a Signature I Ei\;~;t; A