HomeMy WebLinkAboutZOA 01-80 SIGNS 1980 ORDINANCE NO. 222
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM DESERT,
CALIFORNIA, APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO THE ZONING ORDINANCE
TEXT, RELATIVE TO IDENTIFICATION SIGNS FOR GENERAL COMMER-
CIAL DISTRICT BUILDINGS AND COMPLEXES.
CASE NO. ZOA 01-80
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Palm Desert, California, did
on the 27th day of March, 1980, hold a duly noticed Public Hearing to consider
amendment of Municipal Code Title 25, Chapter 68 (Zoning Ordinance) , containing
sign regulations (Sign Ordinance) , relative to identification signs for general
commercial district buildings and complexes ; and,
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission, by Resolution No. 581 has recommended
approval ; and,
WHEREAS, said amendment has complied with the requirements of the
"City of Palm Desert Environmental Quality Procedure Resolution No. 78-3211 , in
that the subject project has not been found to present an adverse impact on the
environment and a Negative Declaration has been prepared; and,
WHEREAS, at said Public Hearing, upon hearing and considering all
testimony and arguments, if any, of all persons desiring to be heard, said City
Council did find the following facts and reasons to exist to approve a Zoning
Ordinance Text Amendment:
1. That the Zoning Ordinance Amendment is consistent with the
objectives of the Zoning Ordinance.
2. That the Zoning Ordinance Amendment is consistent with the
adopted General Plan.
3. That the Zoning Ordinance Amendment would better serve the
public health, safety, and general welfare, than the current
i regulations.
J4. That the Zoning Ordinance Amendment is "necessary to clearly
define the signage entitlement for the situation it addresses.
NOW, THEREFORE, the City Council of the City of Palm Desert does
hereby ORDAIN as follows:
1. That the above recitations are true and correct and consti-
tute the considerations of the Council in this case;
2. That it does hereby approve a Zoning Ordinance Text Amend-
ment, as provided in the attached exhibit, labeled Exhibit
"A" , to amend Municipal Code Title 25, Chapter 68, by
adding a new section relative to building or building
complex identification signs for multiple tenant develop-
ments in the general commercial district.
PASSED, APPROVED, and ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the Palm Desert
City Council , held on the loth day of April 1980, by the following vote, to
wit:
AYES: Brush, McPherson, Newbrander , Wilson & Mullins
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
q4c,
( D. MULLINS, MAYOR
ATTEST: `
SHEILA R. GILL CITY CL
CITY OF PALM DESERT, CALIF A
ORDIiVANCE NO- 222 Page -2-
EXHIBIT A
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26 68 395 Building or building complex identification signs in the general
commercial district. In addition to the wall sign area allowed for individual
businesses, genera commercial district buildings or building complexes which
are designed to contain four or more distinct tenant spaces, may be allowed
one identification sign on each right-of-way, or public access thoroughfare.
Such signs shall not extend beyond the property line or into the right-of-way
or thoroughfare, and shall be used solely to identify the building or build- l
ing complex. Relative to such signs, the maximum allowable sign area shall
be based on the following: )
1. Up to 50 feet of frontage, three (3) square feet of sign area.
2. Over 50 feet of frontage, up to 75 feet, five (5) square feet
of sign area.
3. Over 75 feet of frontage, up to 100 feet, ten (10) square feet
of sign area.
4. Over 100 feet of frontage, maximum size of fifteen (15) square
feet.
These signs when permitted to be freestanding, shall not exceed eight feet in
height, and shall not be erected without first having proper approval as
provided in this chapter.
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MINUTES
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
VIII . RESOLUTIONS
RESOLUTION No. 80-48 (continued)
Mayor Mullins acknowledged the fact that R. S .V .P . does work in
Palm Desert and possibly by receiving a contribution, they would
do more. Though he realized this might open the doors for
solicitation from other organizations , he would be in favor , due
to its good merits .
Councilman Wilson commented that Palm Desert is the only City
not supporting the R. S .V.P .
Councilman Brush stated he did not think the City Council should
become involved; further . that it should not have donated $15 , 000
for Christmas lights .
Mayor Pro-Tempore McPherson stated he had no strong feelings , but
that he was in agreement with the previous policy to stop agencies
from knocking on our door.
Councilman Wilson moved to adopt Resolution No. 80-48 . Mayor Pro-
Tempore McPherson seconded. Adopted on a 4-1 vote, with Councilman Brush
voting No.
IX. ORDINANCES
For Introduction:
None
For Adoption:
A. ORDINANCE NO . 222 - AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF PALM DESERT, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO
THE ZONING ORDINANCE TEXT , RELATIVE TO IDENTIFICATION SIGNS FOR
RCIAL DISTRICT BUILDINGS AND COMPLEXES . CASE
NO. ZOA 01-80.
There being no further input , Councilman Newbrander moved to waive
further reading and adopt Ordinance No. 222 . Councilman Wilson seconded .
Ordinance No. 222 adopted unanimously.
X. CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMS HELD OVER
C. CLAIM AGAINST THE CITY By Standard Oil Company of California,
C evron USA, Kennetn Williamson and Palms to Pines Chevron
For An Unspecified Amount .
Mr. Erwin stated that the only reason he requested this item
removed for discussion was that the Claimant presented his
claim too late, in that this happened in May of 1978 . He
recommended denial for that reason.
Councilman Brush moved to deny the claim and instruct the City
Clerk to so advise the Claimant and to refer the Claim to the
Insurance Carrier. Councilman Wilson seconded. Carried unanimously.
XI . NEW BUSINESS
None
XII. OLD BUSINESS
None
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April 10, 1980
MINUTES
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
VII. PUBLIC HEARINGS (Continued)
A. CASE NO. 16015 - MAYER GROUP (Continued)
Councilman Wilson asked if the details about reimbu ement
could not be worked out during Final Map approval and Mr.
Beebe responded that that was the appropriate t ' e for it.
Councilman Newbrander stated that she did no agree with
Mr. White that they were not being treated qually in that `
all developers are required to put in drainage facilities . `t
She felt the only way to do it was to d it now.
Mr. Bouman asked if the applicant wo d mind a two-week
continuance of the matter to iron o t these details , and
Mr. White responded that they wou like a decision that
night .
Councilman Wilson moved and Mayor ro-Tempore McPherson seconded
to waive further reading and adopt Res ution No . 80-41 as presented.
Motion carried unanimously.
B. CONSIDERATION OF A VAC ION OF A PORTION OF UNUSED STREET
LOCATED AT THE NORTHW T CORNER OF SHADOW MOUNTAIN DRIVE
AND HIGHWAY 74.
Mayor Mullins declar the Public Hearing open and invited Staff' s
report .
Mr. Williams stated that this was initiated by an adjacent
property o er on the basis of its unusability for road
purposes . In reviewing the request , it appears justifiable.
He stat that it was Staff' s recommendation that the request
be app ved by Resolution No . 80-42 .
Mayor M lins invited input in FAVOR or in OPPOSITION to the
Public Hearin
reques and none was offered. He declared the Pub c g
clos
C ncilman Newbrander moved and Mayor Pro-Tempore McPherson seconded
to wai further reading and adopt Resolution No. 80-42. Motion carried
unan' ously.
C. CASE N0. �ZOA01-8N - CITY OF PALM DESERT, APPLICANT : CON-
SIDERATIMENT TO MUNICIPAL CODE , ZONING ORDINANCE
TEXT RELATIVE TO IDENTIFICATION SIGNS FOR GENERAL COMMERCIAL
DISTRICT BUILDINGS AND COMPLEXES .
Mayor Mullins declared the Public Hearing open and asked for Staff ' s
report .
Mr. Williams reported that after 5 years of experience with
the Sign Ordinance , a weakness had been discovered in the
ordinance in that it does not specifically address the
subject of signs to identify multiple tenant buildings
when they are not found to be District or Regional Centers
on minimum 3 . 5 acre sites . Application of the Ordinance
becomes difficult when a building contains multiple tenant
frontages and a common building identification sign is desired. L
It was Staff ' s recommendation that the only way to uniformly
provide the opportunity for a building identification sign
would be to amend the Sign Ordinance and specify a criteria
for such signs .
Mayor Mullins invited input in FAVOR or in OPPOSITION to the
request , and none was offered. He declared the Public Hearing
closed.
Councilman Wilson moved and Mayor Pro-Tempore McPherson seconded to
waive further reading and pass Ordinance No . 222 to second reading ; carried
unanimously.
March 27 , 1980 Page 4
MINUTES
PALM:DESERT PLANNING LuMMISSION
MARCH 4, 1980 Page -7-
IX. DESIGN REVIEW BOARD ITEMS
B. Case No. 202 MF (continued)
Commissioner Berkey asked if the guard gate would be manned only
at night. Mr. Lennon replied that it would be and also for special
events. He also explained the purpose of the security gate at night.
Mr. Crump asked who would be responsible for the maintenance and
ownership of the gate. Mr. Lennon replied that the Homeowners would have
ownership and the expense would be shared by the developer.
Mr. Crump pointed out that the Homeowner's Association could change
the operating procedures for the gate at some future date. Mr. Lennon
concurred that it could happen.
Chairman Snyder concurred with the Design Review' Board with regard to
inadequate turn around area. Commissioner Kryder felt that there was no problem
in relation to the turn around, because the gate would be opened all day.
He stated that based on the new information provided, this was acceptable
to him. Commissioner Berkey concurred with Commissioner Kryder but was con-
cerned for the possibility of a stacking problem during the special events,
in which the gate would be manned during that time.
After further discussion between Commission and applicant, Commissioner
Berkey suggested there should be a requirement on the hours the gate would be
manned.
The Commission agreed to operational requirements and set forth the
following conditions: 1) The security gate shall only be used during the
night hours to deter easy access to the project, or when manned. 2) There
shall be a 24 hour PBX phone coverage or guard to open the gate. 3) A
security guard shall be on duty during the night to man the gate for vehicles
larger than a long-wheel. based van or truck. These vehicles will be allowed
to enter the project where they can use a four-way intersection to turn around.
Upon motion made by Commissioner Kryder, seconded by Commissioner Miller,
the Commission assumed authority over Case No. 202 MF, and whereas, based on
additional information and operational requirements to be implemented, this
case was approved by adoption of Planning Commission Resolution No. 580, subject _
to conditions. Carried unanimously (4-0) .
THE COMMISSION RETURNED TO PUBLIC HEARINGS ITEM F.
F. Cas =ZO01-80CITY OF PALM DESERT, Applicant
Request to amend the City' s zoning ordinance text for
Municipal Code Section 25.68, et seq, to provide for a
new class of signs identifying multiple tenant buildings
or building complexes in the Commercial and Industrial
Zone, Chapter of the Sign regulations.
Mr. Crump reviewed the staff report stating that prior to this Public
Hearing staff had reported to the Commission that the City sign regulations
were ambiguous in there application to multiple tenant buildings. He explained
the research process staff had conducted and the outcome of a sign survey,
which Commission had a copy of in their packets. He further explained the
usage and suggested sign size criteria for this new specific type of sign.
The Commission discussed this matter briefly and agreed there was a
need for a specific category of building identification signs.
Chairman Snyder opened the Public Hearing asking if anyone present
wished to speak in FAVOR or OPPOSITION to this case. There being none, the
Public Hearing was closed.
Upon motion made by Commissioner Kryder, seconded by Commissioner Berkey,
Case No. .ZOA 01-80 was recommended to the City Council for approval , by adoption
of Planning Commission Resolution No. 581. Carried unanimously (4-0).
CITY OF PALM DESERT
• TRANSMITTAL LETTER
I. TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council
II . REQUEST: Consideration of Amendment to Municipal Code, Zoning
Ordinance Text, (relative to the Sign Ordinance)
III. CASE NO: ZOA 01-80
IV. DATE: March 27, 1980
V. CONTENTS:
A. Staff Recommendation.
B. Discussion.
C. Draft Ordinance No. 222
D. Planning Commission Minutes involving Amendment.
E. Planning Commission Resolution No. 581.
F. Planning Commission Staff Report dated March 4, 1980.
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A. STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Waive further reading and pass to second reading.
B. DISCUSSION:
The Commission discussed this matter briefly and agreed there was a need for a
specific category of building identifying signs, and voted unanimously to
recommend approval of this Code amendment.
(ANCR_
�1 NO. 222
A RlS- �OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM
DESERT, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO THE
ZONING ORDINANCE TEXT, RELATIVE TO IDENTIFICATION
SIGNS FOR GENERAL COMMERCIAL DISTRICT BUILDINGS AND
COMPLEXES.
CASE NO. ZOA 01-80
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Palm Desert, California,
did on the 27th day of March, 1980, hold a duly noticed Public Hearing to
consider amendment of Municipal Code Title 25, Chapter 68 (Zoning Ordinance) ,
containing sign regulations (Sign Ordinance) , relative to identification signs
for general commercial district buildings and complexes; and,
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission, by Resolution No. 581 has
recommended approval ; and,
WHEREAS, said amendment has complied with the requirements of the
"City of Palm Desert Environmental Quality Procedure Resolution No. 78-32" , in
that the subject project has not been found to present an adverse impact on the
environment and a Negative Declaration has been prepared; and,
WHEREAS, at said Public Hearing, upon hearing and considering all
testimony and arguments, if any, of all persons desiring to be heard, said City
Council did find the following facts and reasons to exist to approve a Zoning
Ordinance Text Amendment:
1. That the Zoning Ordinance Amendment is consistent with the
objectives of the Zoning Ordinance.
2. That the Zoning Ordinance Amendment is consistent with the
adopted General Plan.
3. That the Zoning Ordinance Amendment would better serve the
public health, safety, and general welfare, than the current
regulations.
4. That the Zoning Ordinance Amendment is necessary to clearly
define the signage entitlement for the situation it addresses.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of
Palm Desert, as follows:
1. That the above recitations are true and correct and consti-
tute the considerations of the Council in this case;
2. That it does hereby approve a Zoning Ordinance Text Amend-
ment, as provided in the attached exhibit, labeled Exhibit
"A", to amend Municipal Code Title 25, Chapter 68, by
adding a new section relative to building or building
complex identification signs for multiple tenant developments
in the general commercial district.
PASSED, APPROVED, and ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the Palm
Desert City Council , held on the 27th day of March, 1980, by the following
vote, to wit:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
EDWARD D. MULLINS, Mayor
ATTEST:
HEILA R. GILLIGAN, City Clerk
City of Palm Desert, California
RESOLUTION NO. 222 Page -2-
EXHIBIT A
26 68 395 Building or building complex identification signs in the general
Comm district. In addition to the wall sign area allowed for individual
businesses, generaT commercial district buildings or building complexes which
are designed to contain four or more distinct tenant spaces, may be allowed
one identification sign on each right-of-way, or public access thoroughfare.
Such signs shall not extend beyond the property line or into the right-of-way
or thoroughfare, and shall be used solely to identify the building or build-
ing complex. Relative to such signs, the maximum allowable sign area shall
be based on the following:
1. Up to 50 feet of frontage, three (3) square feet of sign area.
2. Over 50 feet of frontage, up to 75 feet, five (5) square feet
of sign area.
3. Over 75 feet of frontage, up to 100 feet, ten (10) square feet
of sign area.
4. Over 100 feet of frontage, maximum size of fifteen (15) square
feet.
These signs when permitted to be freestanding, shall not exceed eight feet in
height, and shall not be erected without first having proper approval as
provided in this chapter.
_ MINUTES
PAL14-USERT PLANNING C(,,,.-iISSION
MARCN 4, 1980 Page -7-
IX. DESIGN REVIEW BOARD ITEMS
B. Case No. 202 MF (continued)
Commissioner Berkey asked if the guard gate would be manned only
at ight. Mr. Lennon replied that it would be and also for special
eve ts. He also explained the purpose of the security gate at night.
Mr. Crump asked who would be responsible for the maintenance and
owners ip of the gate. Mr. Lennon replied that the Homeowners would have
ownersh'p and the expense would be shared by the developer.
M Crump pointed out that the Homeowner's Association could change
the opera ing procedures for the gate at some future date. Mr. Lennon
concurred at it could happen.
Chair an Snyder concurred with the Design Review Board with regard to
inadequate to n around area. Commissioner Kryder felt that there was no problem
in relation to the turn around, because the gate would be opened all day.
He stated that ased on the new information provided, this was acceptable
to him. Commissioner Berkey concurred with Commissioner Kryder but was con-
cerned for the p sibility of a stacking problem during the special events,
in which the gate ould be manned during that time.
After furthe discussion between Commission and applicant, Commissioner
Berkey suggested the e should be a requirement on the hours the gate would be
manned.
The Commission reed to operational requirements and set forth the
following conditions: ) The security gate shall only be used during the
night hours to deter eas access to the project, or when manned. 2) There
shall be a 24 hour PBX ph ne coverage or guard to open the gate. 3) A
security guard shall be o duty during the night to man the gate for vehicles
larger than a long-wheel b sed van or truck. These vehicles will be allowed
to enter the project where hey can use a four-way intersection to turn around.
Upon motion made by Co missioner Kryder, seconded by Commissioner Miller,
the Commission assumed authori over Case No. 202 MF, and whereas, based on
additional information and oper tional requirements to be implemented, this
case was approved by adoption o Planning Commission Resolution No. 580, subject
to conditions. Carried unanimou ly (4-0) .
THE COMMISSION RETURNED TO PUBLIC HEARINGS ITEM F.
F. . Case No. ZOA 01-80 - CITY OF PALM DESERT, Applicant
Request to amend the City' s zoning ordinance text for
Municipal Code Section 25.68, et seq, to provide for a
new class of signs identifying multiple tenant buildings
or building complexes in the Commercial and Industrial
Zone, Chapter of the Sign regulations.
Mr. Crump reviewed the staff report stating that prior to this Public
Hearing staff had reported to the Commission that the City sign regulations
were ambiguous in there application to multiple tenant buildings. He explained
the research process staff had conducted and the outcome of a sign survey,
which Commission had a copy-of- in their packets. He further explained the
usage and suggested sign size criteria for this new specific type of sign.
The Commission discussed this matter briefly and agreed there was a
need for a specific category of building identification signs.
Chairman Snyder opened the Public Hearing asking if anyone present
wished to speak in FAVOR or OPPOSITION to this case. There being none, the
Public Hearing was closed.
Upon motion made by Commissioner Kryder, seconded by Commissioner Berkey,
Case. No. ZOA 01-80 was recommended to the City Council for approval , by adoption
of Planning Commission Resolution No. 581. Carried unanimously (4-0) .
PC,.,oiING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO.� of
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING CONWHISSION OF THE CITY OF PALM
DESERT, CALIFORNIA, RECOMMENDING APPROVAL TO THE CITY COUNCIL
OF AN AMENDiNENT TO THE ZONING ORDINANCE TEXT, RELATIVE TO
IDENTIFICATION SIGNS FOR GENERAL COMMERCIAL DISTRICT BUILDINGS
AND COMPLEXES.
CASE NO. ZOA 01-80
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission of the City of Palm Desert, California,
did on the 4th day of March, 1980, hold a duly noticed Public Hearing to consider
amendment of Municipal Code Title 25, Chapter 68 (Zoning Ordinance) , containing
sign regulations (Sign Ordinance) , relative to identification signs for general
commercial district buildings and complexes.
WHEREAS, said amendment has complied with the requirements of the "City
of Palm Desert Environmental Quality Procedure Resolution No. 78-32", in that the
subject project has not been found to present an adverse impact on the environment
and a Negative Declaration has been prepared; and,
WHEREAS, at said Public Hearing, upon hearing and considering all testi-
mony and arguments, if any, of all persons desiring to be heard, said Planning
Commission did find the following facts and reasons to exist to recommend approval
of a Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment:
1. That the Zoning Ordinance Amendment is consistent with the
objectives of the Zoning Ordinance.
2. That the Zoning Ordinance Amendment is consistent with the
adopted General Plan.
3. That the Zoning Ordinance Amendment would better serve the
public health, safety, and general welfare, than the current
regulations .
r� 4. That the Zoning Ordinance Amendment is necessary to clearly
` define the signage entitlement for the situation it addresses.
IC NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Planning Commission of the City of
Palm Desert, as follows :
1. That the above recitations are true and correct and consti -
tute the considerations of the Commission in this case;
2. That it does hereby recommend a Zoning Ordinance Text
Amendment, as provided in the attached exhibit, labeled
Exhibit "A" , to amend Municipal Code Title 25, Chapter 68,
by adding a new section relative to building or building
complex identification signs for multiple tenant developments
in the general commercial district.
PASSED, APPROVED, and ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the Palm Desert
Planning Commission, held on this 4th day of March, 1980, by the following vote,
t0 wit:
AYES: Berkey, Kryder, Miller, Snyder
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
WALTER H. SNYDER, Chairman
ATTEST:
PAUL A. WILLIAMS, Secretary
ANNING COMMISSION EXHIBIT A
= - �(ESOLUTION NO. 581 40 (� Page Two
25.68.395 Building or building complex identification signs in the general
commercial district. In addition to the wall sign area allowed for individual
businesses , general commercial district buildings or building complexes which are
designed to contain four or more distinct tenant spaces, may be allowed one identi-
fication sign on each right-of-way, or public access thoroughfare. Such signs
shall not extend beyond the property line or into the right-of-way or thoroughfare,
and shall be used solely to identify the building or building complex. Relative to
such signs, the maximum allowable sign area shall be based on the following:
1. Up to 50 feet of frontage, three (3) square feet of sign area.
2. Over 50 feet of frontage, up to 75 feet, five (5) square feet of
sign area.
3. Over 75 feet of frontage, up to 100 feet, ten (10) square feet of
sign area.
4. Over 100 feet of frontage, maximum size of fifteen (15) square
feet.
These signs when permitted to be freestanding, shall not exceed eight feet in height,
and shall not be erected without first having proper approval as provided in this
chapter.
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INTEROFFICE MEMORANDUM
City of Palm Desert
TO: PLANNING COMMISSION
FROM: DIRECTOR OF ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES
SUBJECT: BUILDING IDENTIFICATION SIGN FOR COMMERCIAL DATE: FEBRUARY 5, 1980
AND INDUSTRIAL USES
It has come to the attention of Staff that the Sign Ordinance (Municipal Code
Title 25, Chapter 68) does not specifically address the subject of signs to
identify multiple tenant buildings (or groups of buildings) , when they are not
found to be District or Regional Centers on minimum 3.5 acre sites. The Sign
Ordinance presently provides for two types of signs which can be construed for
use as building identification: (A) Main Business Identification Sign
(Section 25.68.270) , the area of which is related to frontage; and (B) Direc-
tional Signs, maximum area of 3 square feet.
Application of the Ordinance becomes difficult when a building contains
multiple tenant frontages and a common building identification sign is desired.
It would appear that the only way to uniformily provide the opportunity for a
building identification sign would be to amend the Sign Ordinance and specify
a criteria for such signs.
If the Planning Commission elects to consider this subject further, and conduct
a Public Hearing for purposes of possibly recommending an amendment to the
Council , Staff will prepare a background report of previous related signing
approvals , and suggested uniform criteria for this type of sign.
A draft Resolution has been provided to initiate a Public Hearing.
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PAUL A. WILLIAMS , AICP
DIRECTOR OF ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES
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CITY OF PALM DESERT
STAFF REPORT
To: Planning Commission
Report on: Amendment to Municipal Code, Zoning Ordinance Text (Relative to the
Sign Ordinance)
Applicant: City of Palm Desert
Case No: ZOA 01-80 /
Date: March 4, 1980
I . REQUEST:
Request to amend the City's zoning text for Municipal Code Section 25.68, et seq,
to provide for a new class of signs identifying multiple tenant buildings or
building complexes in the Commercial and Industrial zone districts.
II . BACKGROUND:
A. CASE INITIATION:
Consideration of Amendment initiated by Planning Commission Resolution No.
571, February 5, 1980.
B. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT:
The Director of Environmental Services has determined that the proposed
Project will not have a significant adverse impact on the environment and a
Negative Declaration has been prepared.
III . DISCUSSION:
Prior to initiation of this Public Hearing, Planning Staff reported to the
Commission that the City sign regulations were somewhat ambiguous in there appli-
cation to small scale general commercial developments and buildings , and indicated
that the Commission may want to consider a special provision for building/complex
identification signs. As noted, the sign regulations only provide for indentifica-
tion of district or regional commercial centers on sites containing at least 3.5
acres. Identification signs for general commercial developments consisting of
either single buildings or building complexes has not been provided. In some
instances it would be desirable to communicate the name of the building or group
of buildings to identify the location of a tenant, versus relying completely on
tenant signs to direct potential customers and clients.
There are two existing sections of the Municipal Code which may be interpreted for
use as a multiple tenant/building identification sign: (a) Main Business Identi-
fication Sign, based on building frontage (application becomes difficult in
multiple tenant situations; the question of determining common frontage versus
individual tenant frontage for consistent application) ; and, (b) Directional Signs ,
maximum three (3) square feet size.
Staff has conducted a field study and search of file records, and has found that
some 34 general commercial buildings, or building complexes , have identification
signs. Of those counted, 16 were approved by the City since the adoption of the
present Sign Ordinance. It appears there has been some confusion relative to the
entitlement for building/complex identification, when sign programs were reviewed
for these locations. This would further indicate the need to define a specific
category of sign for this application.
The average area of signs approved in these actions was approximately 12 square
feet. Staff has prepared a suggested sign size criteria related to the projects
frontage, which would appear to be equitable in light of previous actions.
The survey, the page of the Zoning Ordinance showing where this new section
would be inserted, and a draft Resolution with sign criteria, is attached to
this report.
rF REPORT
:;;;",...,arch 4, 1980 • • Page Two
IV. STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Recommend approval to the City Council of an Amendment to Municipal Code Title
25, Chapter 68, by adding a new section relative to building or building complex
identification signs for multiple tenant developments in the general commercial
district by adopting Planning Commission Resolution No. 581
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25 . 68 . 390 Sians in district and regional shopping
centers . In addition to the wall sign area allowed for
individual businesses , shopping centers in excess of three
and one-half acres of land shall be allowed one identifica-
tion sign on each right-of-way . Such signs shall not extend
beyond the property line or into the right-of-way and shall
be used solely to identify the shopping center, shopping
area, or businesses and/or activities conducted therein .
Relative to such signs , the allowable sign area shall be
based on five square feet of sign per acre . These signs
shall not exceed twenty-five square feet, shall have a maxi-
mum height of eight feet, and shall not be erected without
first having proper approval as provided in this chapter.
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for adequate integration of a larger sign, the permitted
pedestrian traffic signs as allowed in Section 25 .68 .330 may
be increased to a maximum of six square feet per side . (Ord.
129' §4 (part) , 1977 : Ord . 98 §1 (part) , 1975 : Exhibit A
§25 . 38-12 . 12) .
25 68 395 Building or building complex identification signs in the general
commercial district. In addition to the wall sign area allowed for individual
businesses, general commercial district buildings or building complexes which
are designed to contain four or more distinct tenant spaces, may be allowed
one identification sign on each right-of-way, or public access thoroughfare.
Such signs shall not extend beyond the property line or into the right-of-way
or thoroughfare, and shall be used solely to identify the building or building
complex. Relative to such signs, the maximum allowable sign area shall be
based on the following:
1. Up to 50 feet of frontage, three (3) square feet of sign
area.
2. Over 50 feet of frontage, up to 75 feet, five (5) square
feet of sign area.
3. Over 75 feet of frontage, up to 100 feet, ten (10) square j
feet of sign area.
4. Over 100 feet of frontage, maximum size of fifteen (15)
square feet.
These signs when permitted to be free-standing, shall not exceed eight feet in
height, and shall not be erected without first having proper approval as pro-
vided in this chapter.
25 .68 . 400 Sale and rental signs . A. Commercial and
industrial properties shall be authorized sale or rental
signs on the following basis :
1 . Under two and one-half acres , one sign;
2 . Over two and one-half acres , but less than five
acres , two signs;
3 . Over five acres , one sign per street frontage .
B . These signs shall not exceed three square feet in
area or four feet in height and shall be designed and located
in a manner satisfactory to the director of environmental
services . Such signs shall be removed upon completion of
escrow. (Ord . 129 §4 (part) , 1977 : Ord . 98 §1 (part) , 1975 :
Exhibit A §25 . 38-12 . 13) .
MINUTES
PALM-Q,ESERT PLANNING Cin mISSION
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MARCH 4, 1980
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IX. DESIGN REVIEW BOARD ITEMS
B. Case No. 202 MF (continued)
Commissioner Berkey asked if the guard gate would be manned only
at ight. Mr. Lennon replied that it would be and also for special
eve ts. He also explained the purpose of the security gate at night.
Mr. Crump asked who would be responsible for the maintenance and
owners ip of the gate. Mr. Lennon replied that the Homeowners would have
ownersh'p and the expense would be shared by the developer.
M Crump pointed out that the Homeowner' s Association could change
the opera ing procedures for the gate at some future date. Mr. Lennon
concurred at it could happen.
Chair an Snyder concurred with the Design Review Board with regard to
inadequate to n around area. Commissioner Kryder felt that there was no problem
in relation to the turn around, because the gate would be opened all day.
He stated that aced on the new information provided, this was acceptable
to him. Commissioner Berkey concurred with Commissioner Kryder but was con-
cerned for the p sibility of a stacking problem during the special events,
in which the gate ould be manned during that time.
After furthe discussion between Commission and applicant, Commissioner
Berkey suggested the a should be a requirement on the hours the gate would be
manned.
The Commission reed to operational requirements and set forth the
following conditions: ) The security gate shall only be used during the
night hours to deter ea access to the project, or when manned. 2) There
shall be a 24 hour PBX ph ne coverage or guard to open the gate. 3) A
security guard shall be o duty during the night to man the gate for vehicles
larger than a long-wheel b sed van or truck. These vehicles will be allowed
to enter the project where hey can use a four-way intersection to turn around.
Upon motion made by Co missioner Kryder, seconded by Commissioner Miller,
the Commission assumed authori over Case No. 202 MF, and whereas, based on
additional information and oper tional requirements to be implemented, this
case was approved by adoption o Planning Commission Resolution No. 580, subjec
t
to conditions. Carried unanimou ly (4-0).
THE COMMISSION RETURNED TO PUBLIC HEARINGS ITEM F.
F. . Case No. ZOA 01-80 - CITY OF PALM DESERT, Applicant
Request to amend the City's zoning ordinance text for
Municipal Code Section 25.68, et seq, to provide for a
new class of signs identifying multiple tenant buildings
or building complexes in the Commercial and Industrial
Zone, Chapter of the Sign regulations.
Mr. Crump reviewed the staff report stating that prior to this Public
Hearing staff had reported to the Commission that the City sign regulations
were ambiguous in there application to multiple tenant buildings. He explained
the research process staff had conducted and the outcome of a sign survey,
which Commission had a copy -of in their packets. He further explained the
usage and suggested sign size criteria for this new specific type of sign.
The Commission discussed this matter briefly and agreed there was a
need for a specific category of building identification signs.
Chairman Snyder opened the Public Hearing asking if anyone present
wished to speak in FAVOR or OPPOSITION to this case. There being none, the
Public Hearing was closed.
Upon motion made by Commissioner Kryder, seconded by Commissioner Berkey,
Case. No. ZOA 01-80 was recommended to the City Council for approval , by adoption
of Planning Commission Resolution No. 581. Carried unanimously (4-0).
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PL...;NING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. _sl
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF PALM
DESERT, CALIFORNIA, RECOMMENDING APPROVAL TO THE CITY COUNCIL
OF AN AMENDMENT TO THE ZONING ORDINANCE TEXT, RELATIVE TO
IDENTIFICATION SIGNS FOR GENERAL COMMERCIAL DISTRICT BUILDINGS
AND COMPLEXES.
CASE NO. ZOA 01-80
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission of the City of Palm Desert, California,
did on the 4th day of March, 1980, hold a duly noticed Public Hearing to consider
amendment of Municipal Code Title 25, Chapter 68 (Zoning Ordinance) , containing
sign regulations (Sign Ordinance) , relative to identification signs for general
commercial district buildings and complexes.
WHEREAS, said amendment has complied with the requirements of the "City
of Palm Desert Environmental Quality Procedure Resolution No. 78-32" , in that the
subject project has not been found to present an adverse impact on the environment
and a Negative Declaration has been prepared; and,
WHEREAS, at said Public Hearing, upon hearing and considering all testi-
mony and arguments, if any, of all persons desiring to be heard, said Planning
Commission did find the following facts and reasons to exist to recommend approval
of a Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment:
1. That the Zoning Ordinance Amendment is consistent with the
objectives of the Zoning Ordinance.
2. That the Zoning Ordinance Amendment is consistent with the
adopted General Plan.
3. That the Zoning Ordinance Amendment would better serve the
public health, safety, and general welfare, than the current
regulations .
4. That the Zoning Ordinance Amendment is necessary to clearly
define the signage entitlement for the situation it addresses.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Planning Commission of the City of
Palm Desert, as follows :
1. That the above recitations are true and correct and consti-
tute the considerations of the Commission in this case;
2. That it does hereby recommend a Zoning Ordinance Text
Amendment, as provided in the attached exhibit, labeled
Exhibit "A" , to amend Municipal Code Title 25, Chapter 68,
by adding a new section relative to building or building
complex identification signs for multiple tenant developments
in the general commercial district.
PASSED, APPROVED, and ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the Palm Desert
Planning Commission , held on this 4th day of March, 1980, by the following vote,
to wit:
AYES: Berkey, Kryder, Miller, Snyder
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
WALTER H. SNYDER, Chairman
ATTEST:
PAUL A. WILLIAMS, Secretary
PLANNING COMMISSION EXHIBIT A
14RESOLUTION NO. 581 Page Two
25 68 395 Building or building complex identification signs in the general
commercial district. In addition to the wall sign area allowed for individual
businesses, general commercial district buildings or building complexes which are
designed to contain four or more distinct tenant spaces, may be allowed one identi-
fication sign on each right-of-way, or public access thoroughfare. Such signs
shall not extend beyond the property line or into the right-of-way or thoroughfare,
and shall be used solely to identify the building or building complex. Relative to
such signs , the maximum allowable sign area shall be based on the following: _
1. Up to 50 feet of frontage, three (3) square feet of sign area.
2. Over 50 feet of frontage, up to 75 feet, five (5) square feet of
sign area.
3. Over 75 feet of frontage, up to 100 feet, ten (10) square feet of
sign area.
4. Over 100 feet of frontage, maximum size of fifteen (15) square
feet.
These signs when permitted to be freestanding, shall not exceed eight feet in height,
and shall not be erected without first having proper approval as provided in this
chapter.
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CITY OF PALM DESERT
STAFF REPORT
To: Planning Commission
Report on: Amendment to Municipal Code, Zoning Ordinance Text (Relative to the
Sign Ordinance)
Applicant: City of Palm Desert /
Case No: ZOA 01-80
Date: March 4, 1980
I. REQUEST:
Request to amend the City's zoning text for Municipal Code Section 25.68, et seq,
to provide for a new class of signs identifying multiple tenant buildings or
building complexes in the Commercial and Industrial zone districts.
II . BACKGROUND:
A. CASE INITIATION:
Consideration of Amendment initiated by Planning Commission Resolution No.
571, February 5, 1980.
B. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT:
The Director of Environmental Services has determined that the proposed
project will not have a significant adverse impact on the environment and a
Negative Declaration has been prepared.
III . DISCUSSION:
Prior to initiation of this Public Hearing, Planning Staff reported to the
Commission that the City sign regulations were somewhat ambiguous in there appli-
cation to small scale general commercial developments and buildings , and indicated
that the Commission may want to consider a special provision for building/complex
identification signs. As noted, the sign regulations only provide for indentifica-
tion of district or regional commercial centers on sites containing at least 3.5
acres. Identification signs for general commercial developments consisting of
either single buildings or building complexes has not been provided. In some
instances it would be desirable to communicate the name of the building or group
of buildings to identify the location of a tenant, versus relying completely on
tenant signs to direct potential customers and clients.
There are two existing sections of the Municipal Code which may be interpreted for
use as a multiple tenant/building identification sign: (a) Main Business Identi-
fication Sign, based on building frontage (application becomes difficult in
multiple tenant situations; the question of determining common frontage versus
individual tenant frontage for consistent application) ; and, (b) Directional Signs ,
maximum three (3) square feet size.
Staff has conducted a field study and search of file records, and has found that
some 34 general commercial buildings, or building complexes , have identification
signs. Of those counted, 16 were approved by the City since the adoption of the
present Sign Ordinance. It appears there has. been some confusion relative to the
entitlement for building/complex identification, when sign programs were reviewed
for these locations. This would further indicate the need to define a specific
category of sign for this application.
The average area of signs approved in these actions was approximately 12 square
feet. Staff has prepared a suggested sign 'size criteria related to the projects
frontage, which would appear to be equitable in light of previous actions.
The survey, the page of the Zoning Ordinance showing where this new section
would be inserted, and a draft Resolution with sign criteria, is attached to
this report.
STAFF REPORT
March 4, 1980 Page Two
IV. STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Recommend approval to the City Council of an Amendment to Municipal Code Title
25, Chapter 68, by adding a new section relative to building or building complex
identification signs for multiple tenant developments in the general commercial
district by adopting Planning Commission Resolution No. 581
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25 . 68 . 390 Signs in district and regional shopping
centers . In addition to the wall sign area allowed for
individual businesses, shopping centers in excess of three
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tion sign on each right-of-way . Such signs shall not extend
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§25 . 38-12 .12) .
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commercial district. In addition to the wall sign area allowed for individual
businesses, general commercial district buildings or building complexes which
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one identification sign on each right-of-way, or public access thoroughfare.
Such signs shall not extend beyond the property line or into the right-of-way
or thoroughfare, and shall be used solely to identify the building or building
complex. Relative to such signs, the maximum allowable sign area shall be
based on the following:
1. Up to 50 feet of frontage, three (3) square feet of sign
area.
2. Over 50 feet of frontage, up to 75 feet, five (5) square
feet of sign area.
3. Over 75 feet of frontage, up to 100 feet, ten (10) square
feet of sign area.
4. Over 100 feet of frontage, maximum size of fifteen (15)
square feet.
These signs when permitted to be free-standing, shall not exceed eight feet in
height, and shall not be erected without first having proper approval as pro-
vided in this chapter.
25 . 68 .400 Sale and rental signs . A. Commercial and
industrial properties shall be authorized sale or rental
signs on the following basis :
1 . Under two and one-half acres , one sign;
2 . Over two and one-half acres , but less than five
acres , two signs;
3 . Over five acres , one sign per street frontage .
B . These signs shall not exceed three square feet in
area or four feet in height and shall be designed and located
in a manner satisfactory to the director of environmental
services . Such signs shall be removed upon completion of
escrow. (Ord . 129 §4 (part) , 1977 : Ord . 98 §1 (part) , 1975 :
Exhibit A §25 . 38-12 .13) .
45-275 PRICKLY PEAR LANE, PALM DESERT,CALIFORNIA 92260
TELEPHONE (714) 346-0611
March 7, 1980
CITY OF PALM DESERT
LEGAL NOTICE
CONSIDERATION FOR AMENDMENT TO THE ZONING ORDINANCE
TEXT (MUNICIPAL CODE, TITLE 25, CHAPTER 68) RELATIVE
TO BUILDING OR BUILDING COMPLEX IDENTIFICATION SIGNS.
Notice is hereby given that a Public Hearing will be held before the
Palm Desert City Council to consider a request initiated by the City of
Palm Desert to amend the City's zoning text for Municipal Code Section
25.68, et seq, to provide for a new class of signs identifying multiple
tenant buildings or building complexes in the Commercial and Industrial
zone districts.
Said Public Hearing will be held on Tuesday, March 27, 1980, at 7:00 p.m.
in the Council Chambers of the Palm Desert City Hall , 45-275 Prickly Pear
Lane, Palm Desert, California, at which time and place all interested
persons are invited to attend and be heard. The effect of the amendment
may be to allow a special category of building identification signs not
presently provided for in the Ordinance.
SHEILA R. GILLIGAN, CITY CLERK
City of Palm Desert, California
Publish: Palm Desert Post
March 13, 1980
PROOF OF PUBLICATION
(20109 2015.5 CCP)
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CONSIDERATION FOR AMENDMENT
AMEND
I am a citizen of the United
States and a resident of the
County aforesaid : I am over the
age of eighteen years, and not
a party to or interested in the CITY OF PALM DE5ERT�
above entitled matter. I am the CONSIDERATION FOR
principal clerk of the printer ZOAMENDMNING ENT TO THE
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Riverside, and which newspaper Commssiontoconside°ale.
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has been adjudged a newspaper of volm Desert to amend the
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ct Chambers of the Palm 54 :
notice# of which the annexed is ert City Hall, e5-275 PrIcklv ..
Peor Lane, Palm Desert, Cali-
a printed copys has been published fornia, at which time and
I place q} 1 terested ner$ons
in each regular and entire issue are my ea�o attend an he
' heard. The effect of,;
of said newspaper and not in any amendment may be to all ER
supplement thereof on the following dentiilcation°Osigpnsfnot build
ently provided for In the
dates, to—wit: Ordinance.
PAUL A. WILLIAMS
secretary -
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I Certify (or declare) under
penalty of perjury that the
foregoing is true and correct.
Dated February 219 1480
at Riversides California
CITY OF PALM DESERT
45-275 PRICKLY PEAR LANE, PALM DESERT,CALIFORNIA 92260
TELEPHONE (714) 346-0611
February 12, 1980
CITY OF PALM DESERT
LEGAL NOTICE
CONSIDERATION FOR AMENDMENT TO THE ZONING ORDINANCE
TEXT (MUNICIPAL CODE, TITLE 25, CHAPTER 68) RELATIVE
TO BUILDING OR BUILDING COMPLEX IDENTIFICATION SIGNS.
Notice is hereby given that a Public Hearing will be held before the
Palm Desert Planning Commission to consider a request initiated by
the City of Palm Desert to amend the City's zoning text for Municipal
Code Section 25.68, et seq, to provide for a new class of signs
identifying multiple tenant buildings or building complexes in the
Commercial and Industrial zone districts.
Said Public Hearing will be held on Tuesday, March 4, 1980, at
7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the Palm Desert City Hall , 45-275
Prickly Pear Lane, Palm Desert, California, at which time and place
all interested persons are invited to attend and be heard. The effect
of the amendment may be to allow a special category of building identi-
fication signs not presently provided for in the Ordinance.
PAUL A. WILLIAMS, Secretary
Palm Desert Planning Commission
Publish: Palm Desert Post
February 21, 1980
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INTEROFFICE MEMORANDUM
City of Palm Desert
TO: PLANNING COMMISSION
FROM: DIRECTOR OF ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES
SUBJECT: BUILDING IDENTIFICATION SIGN FOR COMMERCIAL DATE: FEBRUARY 5, 1980
AND INDUSTRIAL USES
It has come to the attention of Staff that the Sign Ordinance (Municipal Code
Title 25, Chapter 68) does not specifically address the subject of signs to
identify multiple tenant buildings (or groups of buildings) , when they are not
found to be District or Regional Centers on minimum 3.5 acre sites. The Sign
Ordinance presently provides for two types of signs which can be construed for
use as building identification: (A) Main Business Identification Sign
(Section 25.68.270) , the area of which is related to frontage; and (B) Direc-
tional Signs, maximum area of 3 square feet.
Application of the Ordinance becomes difficult when a building contains
multiple tenant frontages and a common building identification sign is desired.
It would appear that the only way to uniformily provide the opportunity for a
building identification sign would be to amend the Sign Ordinance and specify
a criteria for such signs.
If the Planning Commission elects to consider this subject further, and conduct
a Public Hearing for purposes of possibly recommending an amendment to the
Council , Staff will prepare a background report of previous related signing
approvals, and suggested uniform criteria for this type of sign.
A draft Resolution has been provided to initiate a Public Hearing.
qC�a
PAUL A. WILLIAMS, AICP
DIRECTOR OF ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES
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PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 571
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
PALM DESERT, CALIFORNIA, INITIATING AN AMENDMENT TO THE
CITY'S SIGN ORDINANCE RELATIVE TO THE CRITERIA FOR BUILD-
ING IDENTIFICATION SIGNS.
CASE NO. ZOA 01-80
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission observes that the City Municipal
Code, Title 25, Chapter 68, (Sign Ordinance) does not specifically address
building identification signs for multiple tenant buildings;
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission deems that it is desirable to
consider a specific criteria for said sign type; and
WHEREAS, Municipal Code, Section 25.82.020, provides that the
Planning Commission may initiate amendments to the said Title for purpose of
recommendation to the City Council .
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Planning Commission of the
City of Palm Desert, California, as follows:
1. That it does hereby initiate consideration of an amendment to
Municipal Code, Title 25, Chapter 68, relative to the criteria
for multiple tenant building identification signs.
2. That the Commission does hereby direct the Secretary to
establish a Public Hearing for such purpose on March 4, 1980,
at the regular meeting of the Commission.
PASSED, APPROVED, and ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the Palm Desert
Planning Commission, held on this 5th day of February, 1980, by the following
vote, to wit:
AYES: Berkey, Kryder, Miller, Snyder
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
WALTER H. SNYDER, Chairman
ATTEST:
PAUL A. WILLIAMS, Secretary
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pL�`I .G COrd1ISSION RESOLUTION N0.` 3
A RESOLUTIONd OF THE PLANNING COM'HISSION OF THE CITY OF PALM
DESERT, CALIFORNIA, RECOMMENDING APPROVAL TO THE CITY COUNCIL
OF AN AMENDMENT TO THE ZONING ORDINANCE TEXT, RELATIVE TO
IDENTIFICATION SIGNS FOR GENERAL COMMERCIAL DISTRICT BUILDINGS
AND COMPLEXES.
CASE NO. ZOA 01-80
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_. WHEREAS, the Planning Commission of the City of Palm Desert, California,
did on the 4th day of March, 1980, hold a duly noticed Public Hearing to consider
amendment of Municipal Code Title 25, Chapter 68 (Zoning Ordinance) , containing
sign regulations (Sign Ordinance), relative to identification signs for general
commercial district buildings and complexes.
WHEREAS, said amendment has complied with the requirements of the "City
of Palm Desert Environmental Quality Procedure Resolution No. 78-32", in that the
subject project has not been found to present an adverse impact on the environment
and a Negative Declaration has been prepared; and,
WHEREAS, at said Public Hearing, upon hearing and considering all testi-
mony and arguments, if any, of all persons desiring to be heard, said Planning
Commission did find the following facts and reasons to exist to recommend approval
of a Zoning .0rdinance' Text Amendment:
1. That the Zoning Ordinance Amendment is consistent with the
objectives of the Zoning Ordinance.
Z. That the Zoning Ordinance Amendment is consistent with the
adopted General Plan.
3. That the Zoning Ordinance Amendment would better serve the
public health, safety, and general welfare, than the current
regulations.
i
4. That the Zoning Ordinance Amendment is necessary to clearly
define the signage entitlement for the situation it addresses.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Planning Commission of the City of
Palm Desert, as follows:
1. That the above recitations are true and correct and consti-
tute the considerations of the Commission in this case;
2. That it does hereby recommend a Zoning Ordinance Text
Amendment, as provided in the attached exhibit, labeled
Exhibit "A" , to amend Municipal Code Title 25, Chapter 68,
by adding a new section relative to building or building
complex identification signs for multiple tenant developments
in the general commercial district.
PASSED, APPROVED, and ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the Palm Desert
Planning Commission , held on this 4th day of March, 1980, by the following vote,
to wit:
AYES: Berkey, Kryder, Miller, Snyder
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NOES: None
ABSENT: None Ri
ABSTAIN: None
WALTER H. SNYDER, Chairman
ATTEST:
PAUL A. WILLIAMS, Secretary