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HomeMy WebLinkAboutAgenda Statement 1977/06/14 Item 06, 06aCITY OF CHULA VISTA COUNCIL AGENDA STATEMENT ~ Item No. 6 , 6a For meeting of 6/14/77 Public hearing - Consideration of precise plan for development of .44 acre at the ITEM TITLE northwest corner of Third Avenue and Kimball Terrace with five apartment units Resolution 8656 - Approving precise plan for development of .44 acre at the north- west corner of Third Avenue and Kimball Terrace with five apartment units SUBMITTED BY Director of Planning ITEM EXPLANATION (4/5TH'S VOTE REQUIRED YES NO X ) A. BACKGROUND The applicant has submitted a precise plan for the construction of a 5 unit apartment building on a .44 acre parcel at the northwest corner of Third Avenue and Kimball Terrace. The rezoning of the property from R-1 to R-3-P-12 and adoption of precise plan guidelines, as well as the environmental considerations„ is the preceding agenda item. B. DISCUSSION 1. Existing site characteristics. The subject parcel is triangular in shape and slopes steeply from the southwest toward Third Avenue, having a maximum natural slope of 25% and an average natural slope of 18%. An enclosed storm drain exists on the northeasterly portion of the site, running parallel with Third Avenue. The only adjoining property is located to the west on Kimball Terrace and is developed with a single family dwelling located 10 feet from the property line. 2. Proposed Precise Plan. The proposed 5 unit apartment complex consists of four 2 bedroom units and one 3 bed- room unit in a split level building ranging from one story to three stories in height with parking located under a portion of the units. The building is built into the slope, resulting in a two and three story building as viewed from Third Avenue but only a one and two story when viewed from Kimball Terrace. The 3 bedroom unit is located at the southeast end of the building on the higher portion of the lot and the 2 bedroom units are located on the lower end. of the site. The 2 and 3 bedroom units are separated by a hot tub, sundeck and balconies. The 3 bedroom and front 2 bedroom units have two private (continued on supplemental page) f T A tXN11S1IJ Agreement Resolution X Ordinance Plat Notification List (See preceding agenda item) OtherRes.PCM-77-9 ENVIRONMENTAL DOCUMENT: Attached X Submitted on Precise an -1 SI FINANCIAL IMPACT ~~s*~~`»~ STAFF RECOMMENDATION Concur with the recommendation of the Planning Commission. BOARD/COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION On May 25, 1977 the Planning Commission by a 5-1 vote recommended approval of the precise plan in accordance with Resolution PCM-77-9. g p P R O V E D COUNCTL ACTION by the Approved 6/14/77. City Gp:::1^~ ~.1 c~ , :. 3 Chin ~, ~,~ AGENDA ITEM N0. 6,6 a Supplemental page No. 2 balcony areas, totalling 235 sq. ft. The rear 2 bedroom units each have 150 sq. ft. of private area. The upper unit has a balcony and the lower unit has a patio at ground level. A pedestrian walk is located behind the units leading from Kimball Terrace, and a staircase is located in front of the building leading from the parking area to the units. A trash enclosure is located at the northeast end of the parking area. 3. Parking. The code requires that 11 offstreet parking spaces be provided. The applicant has provided 12 spaces, 10 of which are carports located under the building and 2 surface parking spaces. Access to the parking is via Third Avenue at a point directly opposite the centerline of Sea Vale Street and the end of the median strip in Third Avenue. The parking area is screened from the street by a 5 ft. landscape strip and a 32 ft. high solid wood fence. The code requires that a 10 ft. minimum landscaped area be provided between the parking and the street. Because of the severe topography of the property, additional grading would be required to provide another 5 feet of landscaping. In staff's opinion this would not contribute greatly to the appearance of the project. 4. Setbacks. The buildings will maintain a 25 ft. setback from both Kimball Terrace and Third Avenue and will be located a minimum of 8 feet from the westerly property line adjacent to the single family dwelling. Because of its orientation only two corners of the building will be 8 feet from the property line, which will still provide a minimum of 18 feet of separation between buildings. The difference in elevation between the adjacent residential pad and the highest point of elevation of the apartment is approximately 19 feet. 5. Landscaping. The proposed landscape concept is to provide heavy tree planting and shrubs around the building and tee slopes. The ground cover will be needlepoint ivy. The sight distance on Third Avenue is restricted due to the curvature of the street, therefore, the 5 ft. planting strip should be planted with low growing plant material. 6. Architecture. The contemporary architecture represents an imaginative treatment through the use of offsets in the building design, balconies at varying setbacks, bronze glass windows and the split level construction. The exterior treatment consists of diagonal cedar siding in alternate patterns which will appear weathered by the application of a whitewash over the wood. The trim will be dark brown. The extensive use of wood on the building softens its overall appearance and should blend with the landscaping of the slope. 7. Lighting. The lighting will consist of tree lights in wells, safety lights recessed into the walls and 6 ft. high pole lights in the recreational areas and near the entrances into the complex. 8. Precise Plan Guidelines. The development either meets or exceeds the precise plan guidelines recommended as part of the rezoning approval regarding private open space, access, and setbacks. D. ANALYSIS The proposed development is a well designed project which has taken advantage of the steep terrain of the site by placing a split level structure on the slope with emphasis on wood siding and trim. The bronze glass windows will also soften the appearance of the building.