05-15-07 Minutes - DRCTOWN OF LOS GATOS
110 East Main Street, Los Gatos, CA 95032 (408) 354-6872
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SUMMARY MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE DEVELOPMENT REVIEW
COMMITTEE OF THE TOWN OF LOS GATOS FOR MAY 15, 2007 HELD IN THE TOWN COUNCIL
CHAMBERS, CIVIC CENTER, 110 EAST MAIN STREET, LOS GATOS, CALIFORNIA.
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The meeting was called to order at 9:00 A.M. by Chair Baily.
ATTENDANCE
Members Present:
Sandy Baily, Associate Planner
Suzanne Davis, Associate Planner
Joel Paulson, Associate Planner
Wayne Hokanson, Fire Department
Anthony Ghiossi, Building Official
Fletcher Parsons, Associate Engineer
PUBLIC HEARINGS
ITEM 1: 440 N. Santa Cruz Avenue
Conditional Use Permit U-07-146
Requesting approval of a Conditional Use Permit for a minor restaurant (Aldo’s Deli)
on property zoned C-1.
APN 529-07-094
PROPERTY OWNER: Los Gatos Shopping Center, LLC
APPLICANT: Terry Martin
1. Chair Baily opened the public hearing.
2. Staff gave report on proposed project.
3. Applicant was introduced.
4. Members of the public were present:
Jim Johnson, neighboring tenant, discussed the parking situation with staff.
5. Public hearing closed.
6. Ghiossi moved to approve the application subject to the conditions presented with the
following findings and considerations:
(a) As required by Section 29.20.190 of the Town Code for granting a Conditional Use
Permit. The deciding body, on the basis of the evidence submitted at the hearing, may
grant a conditional use permit when specifically authorized by the provisions of the
Town Code if it finds that:
(1) The proposed uses of the property are essential or desirable to the public
convenience or welfare as they will provide a deli; and
(2) The proposed uses will not impair the integrity and character of the zone given that
there are other restaurants in the zone; and
(3) The proposed uses will not be detrimental to public health, safety or general
welfare; and
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(4) The proposed uses of the property are in harmony with the various elements or
objectives of the General Plan and the purposes of the Town Code.
(b) That the work proposed is consistent with the Redevelopment Plan for the Central Los
Gatos Redevelopment Project Area (Section IV.B).
(c) As required by Section 15301 of the State Environmental Guidelines as adopted by the
Town that this project is Categorically Exempt.
7. Parsons seconded, motion passed unanimously.
8. Appeal rights were cited.
ITEM 2: 230 Wooded View Drive
Architecture and Site Application S-07-42
Requesting approval to modify previously approved plans to demolish a single
family residence and construct a new single family residence on property zoned
HR-1.
APN 537-23-022
PROPERTY OWNER/APPLICANT: Eric and Kitty Muller
1. Chair Baily opened the public hearing.
2. Staff gave report on proposed project.
3. Applicant was introduced.
4. Members of the public were present:
David Breidenthal, neighbor, discussed the proposed fire truck turnaround. Baily stated for
the record that a letter was submitted by Curt and Bernadette Chadwick, neighbor, regarding
construction concerns. Conditions of approval were written to mitigate their concerns.
5. Public hearing closed.
6. Ghiossi moved to approve the application subject to the conditions presented with the
following findings and considerations:
(a) The application is Categorically Exempt from CEQA, Section 15303.
(b) That the project meets or exceeds the objectives and requirements of the Hillside
Development Standards and Guidelines.
(c) As required by Section 29.20.150 of the Town Code for Architecture and Site
applications. The considerations required by Sec. 29.20.150 of the Town Code were all
made in reviewing this application.
(d) As required by Section 29.10.09030(e) of the Town Code for the demolition of a single
family residence:
(1) The Town's housing stock will be maintained in that the house will be replaced.
(2) The structure has no historic significance.
(3) The property owner has no desire to maintain the structure.
(4) Although the economic utility of the structure is in good condition, the structure
consists of several large glass walls which reduces the structure’s structural support
and an addition would be difficult to incorporate. The existing house would be
costly to retrofit to meet earthquake safety standards, fire sprinkler installations and
to upgrade to be more energy efficient.
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7. Parsons seconded, motion passed unanimously.
8. Appeal rights were cited.
ITEM 3: 15769 Shady Lane
Architecture and Site Application S-07-49
Requesting approval to construct a swimming pool and cabana on property zoned
HR-2½.
APN 527-05-004
PROPERTY OWNER/APPLICANT: Kim Hailey
1. Chair Baily opened the public hearing.
2. Staff gave report on proposed project.
3. Applicant was introduced.
4. Members of the public were not present
5. Public hearing closed.
6. Parsons moved to approve the application subject to the conditions presented with the
following findings and considerations:
(a) The applications are Categorically Exempt from CEQA, Section 15303 and 15305.
(b) As required by Section 29.20.150 of the Town Code for Architecture and Site
applications. The considerations required by Sec. 29.20.150 of the Town Code were all
made in reviewing this application.
(c) That the project meets or exceeds the objectives and requirements of the Hillside
Development Standards and Guidelines.
7. Ghiossi seconded, motion passed unanimously.
8. Appeal rights were cited.
ITEM 4: 17599 and 17603 Bruce Avenue
Subdivision Application M-07-012
Architecture and Site Application S-05-068
Requesting approval of a lot line adjustment between two parcels zoned R-1:8 and
to demolish a pre-1941 single family residence, to construct a new residence with
a detached garage over 450 square feet in area with reduced setbacks on a
nonconforming lot zoned R-1:8.
APNS 410-11-006 and 005
PROPERTY OWNERS: Bruce Avenue, LLC and Peter and Susan Testa
APPLICANT: Walter Van Hooff
1. Chair Baily opened the public hearing.
2. Staff gave report on proposed project.
3. Applicant was introduced.
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4. Members of the public were present:
Steve and Rebecca Wade reviewed proposed changes.
5. Public hearing closed.
6. Parsons moved to approve the application subject to the conditions presented with the
following findings and considerations:
(a) The applications are Categorically Exempt from CEQA, Section 15303 and 15305.
(b) As required by Section 29.20.150 of the Town Code for Architecture and Site
applications. The considerations required by Sec. 29.20.150 of the Town Code were all
made in reviewing this application.
(c) As required by Section 29.10.09030(e) of the Town Code for the demolition of a single
family residence:
(1) The Town's housing stock will be maintained in that the house will be replaced.
(2) The structure has no historic significance.
(3) The property owner has no desire to maintain the structure.
(4) The economic utility of the structure is in poor condition.
7. Ghiossi seconded, motion passed unanimously.
8. Appeal rights were cited.
Patrick Walsh, neighbor, spoke with staff after the public hearing was closed to ensure there were
conditions to protect the trees and to repair the shared driveway if damaged during construction.
OTHER BUSINESS
NONE
ADJOURNMENT Meeting adjourned at 10:00 A.M. The next regularly
scheduled meeting of the Development Review Committee
is the following Tuesday.
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Sandy L. Baily, Associate Planner
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