REPORT TO THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR
Title
REQUEST FOR CONTINUANCE TO AUGUST 29, 2018
File #: 2017-8016
Location: 330 N. Mathilda Ave. (APN: 204-30-016)
Applicant / Owner: Richard Beard Architects (applicant) / Peartree Apartments LLC (owner)
Proposed Project:
SPECIAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT to allow site and building modifications that includes: demolition and replacement of an existing one-story clubhouse and outdoor pool and spa amenity area; removal and replacement of on-site trees, installation of 6-foot fencing and driveway gates for an existing 120- unit apartment complex. The request also includes deviations to allow a 20-foot building to building setback where 23-feet is required and to reduce the number of approved parking spaces from 194 to 189 parking spaces.
Reason for Permit: A Special Development Permit is required for minor deviations to development standards
Project Planner: Cindy Hom, Associate Planner
Issues: Setbacks, Parking, and Aesthetics
Recommendation: Continue item to August 29, 2018.
Report
PROJECT DESCRIPTION
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Deviations from Standard Zoning Requirements |
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Background
Parking
19.50.080. Additions or alterations.
Nothing contained in this chapter shall be construed to prohibit such additions or alterations to a building occupied by a nonconforming use as may be reasonably necessary to comply with any lawful order of any public authority made in the interest of the public health, safety or general welfare. (Ord. 2623-99 § 1; prior zoning code § 19.28.070 <http://qcode.us/codes/sunnyvale/view.php?cite=_19.28.070&confidence=5>).
Architecture
Neighborhood Impacts / Compatibility
Public Contact: xx notices were sent to surrounding property owners and residents adjacent to the subject site in addition to standard noticing practices, including advertisement in the Sunnyvale Sun Newspaper and on-site posting. No letters or calls were received from the public by staff.
Public Hearing Continuation (remove if not needed)
Environmental Determination: A Categorical Exemption Class XX (minor alterations to existing structure) relieves this project from CEQA provisions.
FINDINGS
In order to approve the XX Permit the following findings must be made:
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ALTERNATIVES
1. Approve the XX Permit with recommended Conditions in Attachment 2.
2. Approve the XX Permit with modifications.
3. Deny the XX Permit.
RECOMMENDATION
Recommendation
Alternative 1. Approve the XX Permit with recommended Conditions in Attachment 2.
Staff
Prepared by: ______, _____ Planner
Approved by: _____, ______Planner
ATTACHMENTS
1. Vicinity and Noticing Maps
2. Standard Requirements and Recommended Conditions of Approval
3. Site and Architectural Plans
4. Letter from the Applicant
5. Site Photographs
6. Comment Letters