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ARB Meeting Minutes
Date: May 19, 2023
Mtg. Date: May 18, 2023
Mtg. Time: 6:30 PM City Council Chamber Conference Room
I. The meeting was called to order at 6:55 PM
II. ARB Members:
Bob Erikkson
Ernie Boehr via zoom
Greg Medeiros- Chair
Mindy Huang
Lou Pappas via zoom
Neighbors: Email from neighbors at 885 San Vicente Road.
III. Review of tear down and construction of new Two Story Single Family Residence at 895
San Vicente Road - Applicant: Ming Lee
Plan Presentation: This home was previously approved by the ARB as a remodel and addition to an
existing single family residence including a second story. The Applicant described that due to
foundation issues and discovery of termite damage the entire house was demolished. The applicant
stated the entire exterior is the same as the originally approved project. Some slight interior
modifications were made to respond to City comments regarding the construction drawings. The project
will now be described as a tear down and construction of a new two story house.
Public Comment: An email was received asking if the decibel rating of the three proposed air
conditioner units are in accordance with the City code requirements. The email also raised a concern
regarding the location of the pool relative to the east/west property line. The applicant indicated that the
setback and decibel rating for the outside AC units will meet City standards. However, he is willing to
work with the neighbors and suggested planting hedges to hide the units. The applicant also explained
that the swimming pool was dug larger than the pool dimensions. Once the pool is installed, the hole
will be backfilled. The applicant also noted that the pool equipment will be located within the pool
structure.
Summary of Board Comments:
Most of the discussion by the ARB members centered on the requirement that the exterior of the house
must match the rendering of the original approval on September 16, 2021. It was the rendering that
convinced the ARB to approve the project, so the applicant must make sure the house looks like the
rendering. The ARB reminded the applicant that the stone veneer is not approved and raised concerns
that it is man-made. Final selection of the stone veneer was delayed until later in the construction
process. The landscaping plan looks good, but the existing landscaping, which will be incorporated in
the new design must be maintained during construction. There was some discussion regarding the type
of stucco, and the applicant was reminded that any deviation from the approved plans and materials
must be reviewed and approved by the ARB before it is implemented.
Motion by Ernie Boehr, seconded by Mindy Huang to approve the project with the following
conditions:
1) Exterior elevations will match the rendering originally approved by the ARB on September
16, 2021.
2) Outside AC units must meet City standards regarding setback requirements and noise.
Hedges may be planted to hide the units as agreed to by the neighbors and applicant
3) The pool location must comply with the ARB approved plans and City setback
requirements
4) Revise plans to show that pool equipment will be located within the pool structure
5) The stone veneer shown on the material board is not approved. Final stone veneer shall not
be applied until reviewed and approved by the ARB at the time of construction. Mindy
Huang will coordinate this review for the ARB.
6) The existing landscape must be maintained, particularly shrubs, so that they can be
incorporated into the proposed landscaping. Bob Erikkson will visit the site prior to
planting to finalize plant placement , sizing , trimming of existing vegetation to address
privacy issues from neighbors
7) Any changes to the originally approved plans and rendering (9-16-2021) must be brought to
the ARB for review and approval
Motioned passed 4 - 1
IV. Old Business
None.
V. New Business
The ARB Chair announced that Philip Chan has resigned from the ARB effective immediately. The
Chair thanked Philip for his service and that he will be missed. ARB members were asked to think about
individuals to replace Philip on the ARB.
Meeting adjourned at 7:35 p.m.
Minutes: Greg Medeiros