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HomeMy WebLinkAboutZOA 03-80 REAL ESTATE SIGNS 1980 ORDINANCE N6 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM DESERT, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO THE ZONING ORDINANCE TEXT, RELATIVE TO OPEN HOUSE DIRECTIONAL SIGNS. CASE NO. ZOA 03-80 WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Palm Desert, California, did on the 26th day of June, 1980, hold a duly noticed Public Hearing, to consider an amendment of the Zoning Ordinance relative to open house directional signs ; and, WHEREAS, the Planning Commission, by Resolution No. 606 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 testi- mony 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 l the current regulations. J 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 constitute the considerations of the Council in this case. 2. That it does hereby approve a Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment, as provided in the attached exhibit, labeled Exhibit "A" , to amend Municipal Code Section 25.68. 150, specifying regulations for Real Estate Open House Signs, and other matters relating thereto. 3. The City Clerk is directed to publish this ordinance once in the Palm Desert Post, a newspaper of general circulation., published and circulated in the City of Palm Desert, and shall certify to the passage and adop- tion of this ordinance, and the same shall be in full force and effect thirty (30) days after its adoption. PASSED, APPROVED and ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the Palm Desert City Council , held on this Ioth day of ,1111V 1980, by the following vote , to wit: AYES: McPherson, Puluqi , Snyder & Wilson NOES : Newbrander ABSENT: None ABSTAIN: None S.,,ROY WIL'SON, MAYOR �/ ATTEST: G Q SHEILA R. GILLIGAN, CITY C1C City of Palm Desert, Calif nia /dj ORDINANCE NO. 226 Page Two EXHIBIT "A" 25.68. 150 Open House Signs. During the period under which real estate is offered for sale or lease and while a salesperson is physically present on the premises, a sign indicating open house shall be permitted. The sign shall not exceed three square feet in area; and, if located on a pole, no part of the sign or pole area shall exceed four feet above ground level . Off-site directional signs may be permitted for an open house, subject to the following provisions: A. Each sign shall not exceed three square feet; B. No flags or banners shall be used; C. To be located on private property onty, .unless, prior written approval for unique circumstances is obtained from the Director of Environmental Services. D. Limited to two signs unless prior written approval for unique circumstances is obtained from the Director of Environmental Services. INTEROFFICE MEMORANDUM City of Palm Desert TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL FROM: PRINCIPAL PLANNER VIA CITY MANAGER SUBJECT: REAL ESTATE OPEN HOUSE DIRECTIONAL SIGNS-- DATE: SEPTEMBER 22, 1980 CORRESPONDENCE FROM HARRY HOYT I. BACKGROUND: Attached is a letter addressed to the Council on the subject matter. It appears appropriate to transmit the letter from Mr. Hoyt with a further definition of the issues involved. While Mr. Hoyt has generally touched on the interpretive problem of the newly revised Sign Ordinance Section (dealing with open house direction signs) , specific comments in the letter need to be clarified by a recap of the office conversation with Mr. Hoyt. In his contact with the Planning Division, Mr. Hoyt explained :that a Realtor had contacted him regarding an administrative denial of additional directional signs. He felt that the request, as explained to him, was consistent with his obejctive in having the Sign Ordinance revised. Mr. Hoyt was advised by Staff that the new section providing for approval of more than two open house signs for "unique circumstances", did provide a problem for administrative interpretation, but that the matter had been reviewed with the City Planning Conmission for clarification. In the Planning Commission discussion it was noted that most of the resi- dential sections of the City are bounded by major thoroughfares. . . . therefore, as an example, it is not unusual that a residential subdivision lies east of Hwy 74. The Commission indicated that they felt it to be an unusual circumstance when the property being offered for sale was located in the interior of a subdivision which had a complex and confusing street pattern requiring numerous turns to finally locate the property within the tract. Staff explained to Mr. Hoyt that it had only received one other request for additional signs, and in this situation the requesting party cited their unusual circumstnace being that the property was located in the residential section of the City located east of Hwy 74, therefore, they needed a sign on Highway 111 to turn motorists south up Hwy 74. Mr. Hoyt did not have knowledge of this request when Staff advised him of its denial . Mr. Hoyt explained to Staff that the real estate industry is suffering at the present time due to many factors including interest rates. He said at one time Realtors could just stay in their office and take orders for continued. . . Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council September 22, 1980 Page Two properties,. but now very few prospective clients come to their office. He indicated that they needed open house directional sign oriented to the "general public" (rather than a motorist seeking the specific property) , because most of their new customer contacts were made at open houses and it was really immaterial whether the person stopping in was interested in that particular property, because they would have other properties to show the prospective client once the business contact had been made. He des- cribed his objective in seeking to have the Sign Ordinance changed, as an attraction/attention gaining device for casual motorists, rather than a directional aid to clients (who had previously been given the particulars on the open house property) who were driving to that location for purposes of inspection. Staff again noted that it felt it was implementing the new revision in general consistency with the reading of intent it obtained from the Planning Commission, but for final resolution of the interpretation of "unusual circumstances" , Staff suggested that Mr. Hoyt might state, in the form of a letter addressed to the Council ; what had just beenrdiscussed in the office, outlining his objective for the Sign Ordinance change and requesting that they state their legislative intent in approving the revision. Rather than correspondence for the purpose suggested, it appears that the Council is receiving a "complaint" letter. II. DISCUSSION: The new Sign Ordinance revision (attached) does contain the interpretive provision "unique circumstance", as the criterion for approval of more than two open house signs. It would be helpful for purposes of adminis- tration, if the Council would offer their legislative intent in approving the revision and state what they feel to be unique circumstances. III. RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the Council give formal direction on the intent of this provision for additional open house signs, so Staff may properly implement their wishes. Also, Staff should be requested to transmit the consensus of the Council on this matter to Mr. Hoyt and the Board President so it will receive the broadest dissemination. MURREL CRUMP PRINCIPAL PLANNER Attachments: Letter from Mr. Hoyt New Sign Ordinance Section PU DESERT BOHO Of Df LTODS, loc. „ 73-647 HIGHWAY 111 PALM DESERT, CALIFORNIA 92260 ' POST OFFICE BOX 64 TELEPHONE (714) 346-5637 113 "The Smartest Address on the American Desert" REALTOR' September 9, 1980 .• - 4. 11�-�-' City COlII1Cll Palm Desert City Hall 45275 Prickly Pear Lane 99 Palm Desert, CA 92260 - f OFFICERS Dear COLII1CilOZS: LORETTA RILEY _ PRESIDENT GEORGE V.BERKEY last week two brokers were refused permission to place VICE PRESIDENT additional directional signs at strategic points in TED CLAN OENING accordance with the new real estate sign ordinance. SECRETARY-TREASURER JACQUELINE DOYLE One of the brokers was refused permission to place a sign EXECUTIVE SECRETARY in the Homestead and Beverly Drive area. Mr. Crump and FRANK R.GOODMAN - Mr. Sawa (administrative officers) explained that the PAST PRESIDENT Chairman of the Planning Commission had placed an inter- pretation on the ordinance that it was not the intent to DIRECTORS have signs placed "in that type of development". DEAN COLE The other broker was refused on another interpretation TOM COLLINS that the intent was not to place signs for the "casual WAYOFi ID HARRIS HOUS motorist". Signs were to be used only for people who IOA called the office or read the ads in the newspapers. JERRY H. OUSTON SANDRA KELSEY CARLKISNER These two interpretations are totally wrong. They are the JEANETTE MULLER very examples I used in my proposition before the council RALPH WGGD as the reasons necessary for changes in this ordinance. These so called interpretations means that we are back where we started from. I would appreciate notification to the STATE DIRECTORS Board or to me at the Board office .clarification of the above. GEORGE BERKEY S1S1 ely, ROBERT B.COMPTON E V - EUZABETH ETH GREENAEENAWALT V PHYLLIS JACKSON LORETTA RILEY HARRY HOft JAMES A.SIEGRI$T HH.jd . cc - L. Riley CITY COUNCIL ORDINANCE NO. 226 Adopted 7-10-80 25 68 150 Open House Signs. During the period under which real estate is offered for sale or lease and while a salesperson is physically present on the premises, a sign indicating open house shall be permitted. The sign shall not exceed three (3) square feet in area; and, if located onga pole, no part of the sign or pole area shall exceed four (4) feet und level . Off-site directional signs may be permitted for an open house, sub- ject to the following provisions: A. Each sign shall not exceed three (3) square feet; B. No flags or banners shall be used; C. To be located on private property only, unless prior written appro- val for unique circumstances is obtained from the Direction of Environmental Services. for unique D. Limited to two (2) signs unless prior written approval circumstances is obtained from the Director of Environmental Services. CITY OF PALM DESERT TRANSMITTAL LETTER I. TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council II. REQUEST: Consideration of an amendment to Section 15.68. 150 of the Municipal Code (Zoning Ordinance) of the City of Palm Desert, California, relating to real estate open house signs. i III . APPLICANT: CITY OF PALM DESERT (Council Referral ) IV. CASE NO: ZOA 03-80 V. DATE: June 26, 1980 VI . CONTENTS: A. Staff Recommendation. B. Discussion. C. Draft Ordinance No. 226 D. Planning Commission Minutes involving Case No. ZOA 03-80. E. Planning Commission Resolution No. 606. F. Planning Commission Staff Report dated June 3, 1980. G. Related maps and/or exhibits. ----------------------------------------------- w_u' ------------------------------------------1 A. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Waive further reading and pass to second reading. B. DISCUSSION: The City Council referred a letter from the Palm Desert Board of Realtors, Inc. , relating to real estate open house signs to the Planning Commission for considera- tion. The Planning Commission at their meeting of June 3, 1980, considered an amendment to the Sign Ordinance. The present Municipal Code allows one off-site directional sign. This sign must be located on private property. The Board of Realtors , in their letter dated April 17, 1980, requested that they be allowed an exemption to the allowable number of signs and exemption from the public property rule. The Planning Commission reviewed the staff-prepared ordinance amendment pertaining to open house signs (see attached Planning Commission Staff Report) . After some audience participation and discussion among themselves, the Commission moved to approve an amendment which would allow signs on public property for unique circum- stances if prior written approval is obtained from the Director of Environmental Services and would limit open house signs to two (2) signs unless prior written approval for unique circumstances is obtained from the Director of Environmental Services. Attached is a draft Ordinance which is based upon the recommendation of the Plan- ning Commission. ORDINANCE NO. 226 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM DESERT, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO THE ZONING ORDINANCE TEXT, RELATIVE TO OPEN HOUSE DIRECTIONAL_.SIGNS. CASE NO. ZOA 03.80 WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Palm Desert, California, did on the 26th day of June, 1980, hold a duly noticed Public Hearing, to consider an amendment of the Zoning Ordinance relative to open house directional signs; and, WHEREAS, the Planning Commission, by Resolution No. 606 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 environ- ment 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. 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 constitute the considerations of the Council in this case. 2. That it does hereby approve a Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment, as provided in the attached exhibit, labeled Exhibit "A" , to amend Municipal Code Section 25.68. 150, specifying regulations for Real Estate Open House Signs , and other matters relating thereto. PASSED, APPROVED and ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the Palm Desert City Council , held on this day of 1980, by the following vote, to wit: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: ABSTAIN: S. ROY WILSON, MAYOR ATTEST: SHEILA R. GILLIGAN, CITY CLERK CITY OF PALM DESERT, CALIFORNIA ORDINANCE NO. 226 Page Two , EXHIBIT "A" 25.68. 150 Open House Signs. During the period under which real estate is offered for sale or lease and while a salesperson is physically present on the premises, a sign indicating open house shall be permitted. The sign shall not exceed three (3) square feet in area; and, if located on a pole, no part of the sign or pole area shall exceed four (4) feet above ground level . Off-site directional signs may be permitted for an open house, subject to the following provisions : A. Each sign shall not exceed three (3) square feet; B. No flags or banners shall be used; C. To be located on private property only, unless prior written approval for unique circumstances is obtained from the Director of Environmental Services. D. Limited to two (2) signs unless prior written approval for unique cir- cumstances is obtained from the Director of Environmental Services. MINUTES PALM DESERT PLANNING COMMISSION JUNE 3, 1980 = Page 8 -----------------------------------------=---------------------------------------- VI . PUBLIC HEARINGS (continued) J. Case No. ZOA 02-80 - CITY OF PALM D ERT, Applicant Consideration of an amendment t Chapter 25.68 of the Municipal Code (Zoning Ordina e) of the City of Palm Desert, California relating o Directional Signs for commercial buildings with ourtyard or plaza tenants. Mr. Crump presented this c e explaining that the Municipal Code did not provide for pedestrian directio signs for commercial buildings with courtyard or plaza tenants. He reviewe the draft amendment (Exhibit A) and recommended approval . Commissioner Kryd pointed out that the sentence in Exhibit A which reads: which groups the names f businesses or principal services--should read: "which groups the names of b sinesses and/or principal services. . . " Mr. Willia also noted that Item (b) should state 11-, sq. ft, instead of one sq. ft. Commis loner Richards asked if the signs still needed to go to Design Review Board befor approval . Mr. Williams stated that they would as a part of the projects r iew. C airman Miller opened the Public Hearing asking if anyone wished to speak in FAV or OPPOSITION to this case. PHYLLIS JACKSON, ORB member, pointed out that Item (d) should be revised to ven feet maximum height, instead of six. Chairman Miller closed the Public Hearing. Motion was made by Commissioner Kryder, seconded by Commissioner Berkey, o approve this case, by adoption of Planning Commission Resolution No. 605, as amended. Carried unanimously (5-0) . K. Case No. ZOA 03-80, CITY OF PALM DESERT, Applicant Consideration of an amendment to Section 15. 68.150 of the Municipal Code (Zoning Ordinance) of the City of Palm Desert, California, relating to real estate open house signs. Mr. Williams presented this case stating that the Board of Realtors had requested two changes to the ordinance (a) Exemption from the public property restrictions and, (b) exemption to the allowable number of signs. Mr. Williams stated that staff surveyed the Coachella Valley and based on that survey staff recommended some minor revisions shown in Exhibit A of the resolution. Chairman Miller opened the Public Hearing asking if anyone wished to speak in FAVOR or OPPOSITION to this case. HARRY HOYT, Representative of the Palm Desert Board of Realtors, 49-305 Hwy 111, explained why they were requesting the revisions to the ordinance stating that the present provisions hinders sales. He believed that one sign on a corner of public property would be acceptable. RUTH RANAMINE, Real Estate Agent, stated that two signs would not be enough. Chairman Miller closed the Public Hearing. Commissioner Kryder indicated that he needed a clarification of the maximum allowable signs. He felt that it would be appropriate to make some exceptions. After Commission discussion it was agreed to revise the draft resolution as follows: First paragraph, second sentence, delete "maximum of two off-site"; Item C, add "unless prior written approval for unique circumstances is obtained from the Director of Envirnmental Services"; Item D, replace "one" to "two" and delete "for a second sign". Commissioner Richards suggested that staff report to the Commission after a one year period for any necessary revisions. , MINUTES PALM DESERT PLANNING COMMISSION JUNE 3, 1980 Page 9 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- VI. PUBLIC HEARINGS (continued) Motion was made by Commissioner Kryder, seconded by Commissioner Richards , to approve this case by adoption of Resolution No. 606, as amended. Carried unanimously (5-0). L. Case No. ZOA 04-80, CITY OF PALM DESERT, Applicant \retin(g ration of an amendment to Chapter 25.30 of the Municipal oning Ordinance) of the City of Palm Desert, California, to permitted uses in the PC (4) zone district. Mms stated that this request has been discussed on two previous occasiont that if the wording of the ordinance was more consistant with the wording of th Redevelopment Plan it would resolve the problems. . He explained the difference bets en the related uses to Hotel versus the related uses for Restaurants. He re 'ewed the recommended uses shown as Exhibit "A". Commissioner Be ey questioned Item D, he suggested a revision to read: The Commission may per 't other uses which it may determine to be similar to thos listed above". Commissioner Kryder It that in Item B, "Professional Offices" should be expanded to "General Offices The Commission concurred, therefore, making the uses Accounting services, General dical Care and Services, and Secretarial Services to be listed under the General ffices. Chairman Miller opened the Public Hearing asking if anyone wished to speak in FAVOR or OPPOSITION to this cas . MR. BOB GILROY, PDR Associate , stated that he reviewed the proposed list of uses and still had some questions relative to his list of proposed uses for the Las Sombras project. Commissionler Richards asked Mr. Wi liams to clarify these uses for Mr. Gilroy. Mr. Williams clarified the matter to Mr. 'lroy's satisfaction. Commissioner Richards stated that th e might be a problem with the financial institutions in terms of banks, being that i was not listed on the Exhibit. Commissioner Berkey explained that Item D wou d determine that use. Mr. Gilroy then gave a brief presentatio on proposed uses for the Las Sombras project. MR. FRED ARBUCKLE, stated he needed a bette clarification in terms of ancillary uses. He asked if a restaurant and hotel could be on the same project. Mr. Williams replied that it depended on the ize of the project. He added that a principle use would have to be declared and if it were an 8 acre project it could declare two uses, noting the minimum development site in the PC(4) Zone is four acres. After a brief discussion the Public Hearing was c osed and motion was made by Commissioner Berkey, seconded by Commissioner Kryder, o approve the amendment by adoption of Planning Commission Resolution No. 607, as mended. Carried unanimously (5-0). VII. . OLD BUSINESS - NONE VIII. NEW BUSINESS - NONE IX. DESIGN REVIEW BOARD ITEMS Consideration of cases acted on by the Design Review Boar at their meeting of May 27, 1980. Motion was made by Commissioner Richards, seconded by Commi sioner Kryder, to'approve Design Review Board case No. 133 C, by adoption of Planning Commission Resolution No. 608. Carried unanimously (5-0) . PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 606 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, RELATING TO OPEN HOUSE DIRECTIONAL SIGNS. ZOA 03-80 WHEREAS, the Planning Commission of the City of Palm Desert, California, did on the 3rd day of June, 1980, hold a duly noticed Public Hearing, to consider amendment of the Zoning Ordinance relative to open house directional signs; 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 modified Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment: 1. That the Modified Zoning Ordinance Amendement is consistent with the objectives of the Zoning Ordinance. 2. That the Modified Zoning Ordinance Amendement is consistent with the adopted General Plan. 3. That the Modified Zoning Ordinance Amendment would better serve the public health, safety and general welfare than the current applicable regulations. 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 constitute the findings of the Commission in this case. 2. That it does hereby recommend a Modified Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment, as provided in the attached Exhibit, labeled Exhibit "A", to amend Municipal Code, Section 25.68. 150, specifying regulations for Real Estate Open House Signs, and other matters relating thereto. PASSED, APPROVED, and ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the Palm Desert Planning Commission, held on this 3rd day of June, 1980, by the following vote, to wit: AYES: BERKEY, KRYDER, MCLACHLAN, RICHARDS, MILLER NOES: NONE ABSENT: NONE ABSTAIN: NONE CHARLES MILLER, Chairman ATTEST: PAUL A. WILLIAMS, Secretary /lr PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. Page Two EXHIBIT "A" 25.68.150 PER House Signs. During the period under which real estate is offered for sale or lease and while a salesperson is physically present on the premises, a sign indicating open house shall be permitted. The sign shall not exceed three square feet in area; and, if located on a pole, no part of the sign or pole area shall exceed four feet above ground level . Off-site directional signs may be permitted for an open house, subject to the following provisions: A. Each sign shall not exceed three square feet; - B. No flags or banners shall be used; C. To be located on private property ontq, =unless, prior written approval for unique circumstances is obtained from the Director of Environmental Services. D. Limited to two signs unless prior written approval for unique circumstances is obtained from the Director of Environmental Services. l- CITY OF PALM DESERT STAFF REPORT TO: Planning Commission REPORT ON: Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment APPLICANT: City of Palm Desert (Council Referral ) CASE NO: ZOA 03-80 DATE: June 3, 1980 I. REQUEST Request for consideration of an amendment to Section 15.68.150 of the Municipal Code (Zoning Ordinance) of the City of Palm Desert, California, relating to real estate open house signs. II. BACKGROUND The City Council referred a letter from Palm Desert Board of Realtors , Inc. , relating to real estate open house signs , to the Planning Commission for consideration. The subject amendment was initiated by the Planning Commission on April 29, 1980 (Res. No. 595) pursuant to the provisions of Section 25.82.020, of the Municipal Code which refers to initiation of public hearings. III . DISCUSSION Section 25.68.150 of the Municipal Code presently allows one off-site directional sign subject to size and location regulations . It was found that for unique circumstances , such as location of house, this restriction may. be inappropriate. The Board of Realtors , in their letter dated April 17, 1980, requested two changes to said section - (a) exemption from the public property rule and, (b) exemption to the allowable number of signs. Staff feels that allowing off-site directional signs on public .property, such as major roads, will be in violation of the intent and purpose of the Sign Ordinance, the Zoning Ordinance, and the General Plan (particularly the Urban Design and Scenic Highway Elements) . The appearance of reny directional signs from many realty companies could make neighborhoods take on a cluttered and depressed appearance. Staff surveyed the other Coachella Valley cities concerning the allowable number of off-site directional signs. It was found that the present ordinance is more flexible than other Valley communities; the results are indicated in Table 1 at the end of this report. The redrafted Zoning Ordinance is amended to read as follows : 25.68.150 Open house signs. During the period under which real estate is uffered for sale or lease and while a salesman is physically present on the premises , a sign indicating open house shall be ' permitted. The sign shall not exceed three square feet in area; and if located on a pole, no part of the sign or pole area shall exceed four feet above ground level . A maximum of two off-site directional signs may be permitted for an open house, subject to the following provisions: a. Each sign shall not exceed three square feet; b. No flags or banners shall be used; c. To be located on private property only; d. Limited to one sign unless prior written approval for unique circumstances is obtained from the Director of Environmental Services for a second sign. Ord. 129 S4 (part) , 1977: Ord. 98 1 (part) , 1975: Exhibit A §25.38 - 10.03) . (Note: Underlining indicates new wording added. ) STAFF REPORT Page 2 CASE NO. ZOA 03-80 IV. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Recommend approval to the City Council of a modified zoning ordinance text amendment, (as illustrated in Exhibit "A"),based on the justification contained in the draft Resolution; By adopting Planning Commission Resolution No. TABLE A Number of off-site signs allowed in Coachella Valley Communities CITY NO. OF SIGNS ALLOWED COMMENTS Coachella Up to 3_ Depends on need (location needs permission for location on public property Indian Wells 0 Rancho Mirage 0 No on-site sign is permitted Desert Hot Springs 1 Public property okay Palm Springs 0 Indio 0 On-site with Planning Commission Approval Riverside County 0 INTEROFFICE MEMORANDUM City of Paim Desert TO: PLANNING COMMISSION FROM: DIRECTOR OF ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES SUBJECT: CORRESPONDENCE REFERRAL FROM THE CITY COUNCIL DATE: APRIL 29, 1980 At their April 24th, 1980, meeting the City Council received the attached correspondence from the Palm Desert Board of Realtors, Inc. , requesting amendment of the City's Sign Ordinance. The Council has referred this item along to the Commission. With regard to this item, the Commission 's options for action would be to: (a) Receive and file; (b) Request Staff investigation of other Valley government' s regulation of open house signing, with a report back; and, (c) Establish a public hearing*for June 3, 1980, to take action on this or some other amendment to the Sign Ordinance. * Public Hearing should be set by adoption of a Resolution, a draft has been provided for this purpose. Qa PAUL A. WILLIAMS, AICP Plil D ' Sf ET BOOED 0f Ef OlTOES , IOC. 73-647 HIGHWAY I11 PALM DESERT, CALIFORNIA 92260 POST OFFICE BOX 64 TELEPHONE (714) 346-5637 �< "The Smartest Address on the American Desert" REALTOR a I ' ''� �a .yl�\- April 17, 1980 Palm Desert City Council 45-275 Prickly Pear Square Palm Desert, Ca 92200 OFFICERS Enclosed a Resolution passed by the Local Governmental " LORETTA RILEY Realtions Committee of this board, heads of offices and PRESIDENT the general membership which reflects their feelings GEORGE V. BERKEY that some parts of the sign ordinance are too restrictive VICE PRESIDENT and is keeping them from making their normal livelihood. TED CLANDENING SECRETARY-TREASURER The Resolution is self explanatory and the Palm Desert JACQUELINE DOYLE EXECUTIVE SECRETARY Board of Realtors would appreciate your consideration FRANK R. GOQDMAN and approval of amending the sign ordinance. Some of PAST PRESIDENT the restrictions are so stringent that compliance is almost impossible in order to show a property. DIRECTORS We would hope to hear from you soon. DEAN COLE TOM COLLINS WAYNE CRAYCROFT Sincerely, IDA HARRIS �- JERRYH. S KEL EY SANDRA CARL KISNER ♦� JEANETTE MULLER t HA RY H0 T RALPH WOOD Local G vernmental Realtions Committee STATE DIRECTORS d GEORGE BERKEY ROBERT B.COMPTON ELAINE FOLEY ELIZABETH GREENAWALT PHYLLIS JACKSON LORETTA RILEY JAMES A.SIEGRIST RESOLUTION SIGN ORDINANCE REVISION WHEREAS - In the opinion of the Realtors, the Palm Desert City sign ordinance discriminates against them and the property owners, in that builders and developers and others are allowed signs more than 3 sq. ft. in size, in excess of four feet high,and at least one sign on Highway 74 (cove) has four riders on it - and Realtors are allowed only one. WHERAS - The ordinance actually keeps the Realtor from making a normal livelihood and reduces his sales, due to the public property rule and the off site one directional sign rule. In some places like Highway 74 if signs were not placed on the frontage road, the motorist could not see them and the open house would fail. Also on hard to find houses where it takes more than one turn to get there, again one directional sign is not sufficient, and the open house would fail. THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED: That Paragraph 25-68-150 of the Sign Ordinance be amended to read: On the cardinal days of Saturday and Sunday and 'holidays between the hours of 1:00 P. M. and 5:0b P.M. at which time the signs are to be removed, the Realtors be exempt from the public property rule and the one off site sign rule. That Realtors be allowed to place signs on public property when necessary to get the greatest exposure to his open house. Also on hard to find houses where it is necessary for more than one off site sign, the Realtor shall apply for a use permit. He shall show how many signs are needed and the location as to where the signs are needed and the location as to where the sign is to be placed. This use permit to be good on the same days (Saturday and Sundays and holidays) and good until the listing is sold,. expired or transferred another broker. Passed by the Local Governmental Affairs Committee - April 14, 1980 Passed by the Heads of Office - April 16, 1980 Passed by the General Membership - April 17, 1980 HARRY G. HOYT Local Governmental Affairs Committee Walmsert Board of ;Re/ators i PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 606 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, RELATING TO OPEN HOUSE DIRECTIONAL SIGNS. ZOA 03-80 WHEREAS, the Planning Commission of the City of Palm Desert, California, did on the 3rd day of June, 1980, hold a duly noticed Public Hearing, to consider amendment of the Zoning Ordinance relative to open house directional signs; 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 modified Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment: 1. That the Modified Zoning Ordinance Amendement is consistent with the objectives of the Zoning Ordinance. 2. That the Modified Zoning Ordinance Amendement is consistent with the adopted General Plan. 3. That the Modified Zoning Ordinance Amendment would better serve the public health, safety and general welfare than the current applicable regulations. 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 constitute the findings of the Commission in this case. 2. That it does hereby recommend a Modified Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment, as provided in the attached Exhibit, labeled Exhibit "A", to amend Municipal Code, Section 25.68. 150, specifying regulations for Real Estate Open House Signs , and other matters relating thereto. PASSED, APPROVED, and ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the Palm Desert Planning Commission, held on this 3rd day of June, 1980, by the following vote, to wit: AYES: BERKEY, KRYDER, MCLACHLAN, RICHARDS, MILLER NOES: NONE ABSENT: NONE ABSTAIN: NONE CHARLES MILLER, Chairman ATTEST: PAUL A. WILLIAMS, Secretary /lr it PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. Page Two EXHIBIT "A" 25.68. 150 0 en House Si ns. During the period under which real estate is offered for sa a or lease and while a salesperson is physically present on the premises, a sign indicating open house shall be permitted. The sign shall not exceed three square feet in area; and, if located on a pole, no part of the sign or pole area shall exceed four feet above ground level . Off-site directional signs may be permitted for an open house, subject to the following provisions: A. Each sign shall not exceed three square feet; B. No flags or banners shall be used; C. To be located on private property only, unless, prior written approval for unique circumstances is obtained from the Director of Environmental Services. D. Limited to two signs unless prior written approval for unique circumstances is obtained from the Director of Environmental Services. l MINUTES PALM DESERT PLANNING COMMISSION JUNE 3, 1980 Page 8 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------- V PUBLIC HEARINGS (continued) J. Case No. ZOA 02-80 - CITY OF PALM DESERT, Applicant Consideration of an amendment to Chapter 25.68 of the unicipal Code (Zoning Ordinance) of the City of Palm De rt, California relating to Directional Signs for comm cial buildings with courtyard or plaza tenants. Mr. Crump pre nted this case explaining that the Municipal Code did not provide for pedestrian irectional signs for commercial buildings with courtyard or plaza tenants. He rev' wed the draft amendment (Exhibit A) and recommended approval . Commissioner Kryder point d out that the sentence in Exhibit A which reads: which groups the names of busines ;be or principal services--should read: "which groups the names of businesses and principal services. . . " Mr. Williams also noted that Item b) should state 12 sq. ft, instead of one sq. ft. Commissioner Richards asked if the sign still needed to go to Design Review Board before approval . Mr. Williams stated tha\aki would as a part of the projects review. Chairman Miller opened the Public Hearin •g if anyone wished to speak in FAVOR or OPPOSITION to this case. PHYLLIS JACKSON, ORB member, pointed out that Item '(d) should be revised to seven feet maximum height, instead of six. Chairman Miller closed the Public Hearing. Motion was made by Commissioner Kryder, seconded by Commissio er Berkey, to approve this case, by adoption of Planning Commission Resolution No\ . 605, as amended. Carried unanimously (5-0). K. Case No ZOA 03-80, CITY OF PALM DESERT, Applicant Consideration of an amendment to Section 15.68.150 of the Municipal Code (Zoning Ordinance) of the City of Palm Desert, California, relating to real estate open house signs. Mr. Williams presented this case stating that the Board of Realtors had requested two changes to the ordinance (a) Exemption from the public property restrictions and, (b) exemption to the allowable number of signs. Mr. Williams stated that staff surveyed the Coachella Valley and based on that survey staff recommended some minor revisions shown in Exhibit A of the resolution. Chairman Miller opened the Public Hearing asking if anyone wished to speak in FAVOR or OPPOSITION to this case. HARRY HOYT, Representative of the Palm Desert Board of Realtors, 49-305 Hwy 111, explained why they were requesting the revisions to the ordinance stating that the present provisions hinders sales. He believed that one sign on a corner of public property would be acceptable. RUTH RANAMINE, Real Estate Agent, stated that two signs would not be enough. Chairman Miller closed the Public Hearing. Commissioner Kryder indicated that he needed a clarification of the maximum allowable signs. He felt that it would be appropriate to make some exceptions. After Commission discussion it was agreed to revise the draft resolution as follows: First paragraph, second sentence, delete "maximum of two off-site"; Item C, add "unless prior written approval for unique circumstances is obtained from the Director of Envirnmental Services"; Item D, replace 'one" to "two" and delete "for a second sign". Commissioner Richards suggested that staff report to the Commission after a one year period for any necessary revisions. Q1r� MINUTES PALM DESERT PLANNING COMMISSION JUNE 3, 1980 Page 9 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- VI. PUBLIC HEARINGS (continued) Motion was made by Commissioner Kryder, seconded by Commissioner Richards, to approve this case by adoption of Resolution No. 606, as amended. Carried unanimously (5-0). L. Case No. ZOA 04-80, CITY OF PALM DESERT, Applicant Consideration of an amendment to Chapter 25.30 of the Municipal Code (Zoning Ordinance) of the City of Palm Desert, California, ating to permitted uses in the PC (4) zone district. Mr. Wi liams stated that this request has been discussed on two previous occasions. He felt that if the wording of the ordinance was more consistant with the wording of the Redevelopment Plan it would resolve the problems. He explained the difference between the related uses to Hotel versus the related uses for Restaurants. He reviewed the recommended uses shown as Exhibit "A". Commissione\Berkey questioned Item D, he suggested a revision to read: "The Commission may permit other uses which it may determine to be similar to those listed above". Commissioner Kryder felt that in Item B, "Professional Offices" should be expanded to "General Offices". The Commission concurred, therefore, making the uses Accounting services, General Medical Care and Services, and Secretarial Services to be listed under the General Offices. Chairman Miller opened the Public Hearing asking if anyone wished to speak in FAVOR or OPPOSITION to this case. MR. BOB GILROY, PDR Associates, stated that he reviewed the proposed list of uses and still had some questions relative to his list of proposed uses for the Las Sombras project. Commissioner Richards asked Mr. Williams to clarify these uses for Mr. Gilroy. Mr. Williams clarified the matter to Mr"\ilroy's satisfaction. Commissioner Richards stated that there might be a problem with the financial institutions in terms of banks, being that\it was not listed on the Exhibit. Commissioner Berkey explained that Item D would determine that use. Mr. Gilroy then gave a brief presentation on proposed uses for the Las Sombras project. MR. FRED ARBUCKLE, stated he needed a better clarification in terms of ancillary uses. He asked if a restaurant and hotel\could be on the same project. Mr. Williams replied that it depended on the size of the project. He added that a principle use would have to be declared and if it were an 8 acre project it could declare two uses, noting the minimum development site in the PC(4) Zone is four acres. After a brief discussion the Public Hearing was closed and motion was made by Commissioner Berkey, seconded by Commissioner Kryder, to \approve the amendment by adoption of Planning Commission Resolution No. 607, as amended. Carried unanimously (5-0). \ VII. . OLD BUSINESS - NONE VIII. NEW BUSINESS - NONE IX. DESIGN REVIEW BOARD ITEMS Consideration of cases acted on by the Design Review Board at their meeting of May 27, 1980. Motion was made by Commissioner Richards, seconded by Commissioner Kryder, to approve Design Review Board case No. 133 C, by adoption of Planning Commission Resolution No. 608. Carried unanimously (5-0) . w CITY OF PALM DESERT STAFF REPORT TO: Planning Commission REPORT ON: Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment APPLICANT: City of Palm Desert (Council Referral ) CASE NO:. ZOA 03-80 DATE: June 3 , 1980 I. REQUEST Request for consideration of an amendment to Section 15.68.150 of the Municipal Code (Zoning Ordinance) -, of the City of Palm Desert, California, relating to real estate open house signs. II. BACKGROUND The City Council referred a letter from Palm Desert Board of Realtors, Inc. , relating to real estate open house signs , to the Planning Commission for consideration. The subject amendment was initiated by the Planning Commission on April 29, 1980 . (Res. No. 595) pursuant to the provisions of Section 25.82.020, of the Municipal Code which refers to initiation of public hearings. III. BISCUSSION Section 25.68. 150 of the Municipal Code presently allows one off-site directional sign subject to size and location regulations. It was found that for unique circumstances , such as location of house, this restrictionmay; be inappropriate. The Board of Realtors , in their letter dated April 17, 1980, requested two changes to said section - (a) exemption from the public property rule and, (b) exemption to the allowable number of signs. Staff feels that allowing off-site directional signs on public property, such as major roads, will be in violation of the intent and purpose of the Sign Ordinance, the Zoning Ordinance, and the General Plan (particularly the Urban Design and Scenic Highway Elements) . The appearance of many directional signs from many realty companies could make neighborhoods take on a cluttered and depressed appearance. Staff surveyed the other Coachella Valley cities concerning the allowable number of off-site directional signs. It was found that the present ordinance is more flexible than other Valley communities; the results are indicated in Table 1 at the end of this report. The redrafted Zoning Ordinance is amended to read as follows : 25.68.150 Wen house signs. During the period under which real estate is offered for sale or lease and while a salesman is physically present on the premises, a sign indicating open house shall be permitted. The sign shall not exceed three square feet in area; and if located on a pole, no part of the sign or pole area shall exceed four feet above ground level . A maximum of two off-site directional signs_may be permitted for an. open house, subject to the following provisions: a. Each sign shall not exceed three square feet; b. No flags or banners shall be used; c. To be located on private property only; d. Limited to one sign unless prior written approval for unique circumstances is obtained from the Director of. Environmental Services for a second sign. Ord. 129 S4 (part) , 1977: Ord. 98 1 (part) , 1975: Exhibit A §25.38 - 10.03) . (Note: Underlining indicates new wording added. ) w STAFF REPORT Page 2 CASE NO. ZQA 03-80 IV. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Recommend approval to the City Council of a modified zoning ordinance text amendment, (as illustrated in Exhibit "A'.'),based on the justification contained in the draft Resolution ; By adopting Planning Commission Resolution No. TABLE A Number of off-site signs allowed in Coachella Valley Communities CITY NO. OF SIGNS ALLOWED COMMENTS Coachella Up to 3 Depends on need (location needs permission for location on public property Indian Wells 0 Rancho Mirage 0 No on-site sign is permitted Desert Hot Springs 1 Public property okay Palm Springs 0 Indio 0 On-site with Planning Commission Approval Riverside County 0 INTEROFFICE MEMORANDUM City of Paim Desert TO: PLANNING COMMISSION FROM: DIRECTOR OF ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES SUBJECT: CORRESPONDENCE REFERRAL FROM THE CITY COUNCIL DATE: APRIL 29, 1980 At their April 24th, 1980, meeting the City Council received the attached correspondence from the Palm Desert Board of Realtors, Inc. , requesting amendment of the City' s Sign Ordinance. The Council has referred this item along to the Commission. With regard to this item, the Commission's options for action would be to: (a) Receive and file; (b) Request Staff investigation of other Valley government's regulation of open house signing, with a report back; and, (c) Establish a public hearing*for June 3, 1980, to take action on this or some other amendment to the Sign Ordinance. * Public Hearing should be set by adoption of a Resolution, a draft has been provided for this purpose. V PAUL A. WILLIAMS, AICP Ir RT PRM DfSHT BED Of BIRTHS? Ed ^¢ 73-647 HIGHWAY III PALM DESERT, CALIFORNIA 92260 dy" POST OFFICE BOX 64 TELEPHONE (714) 346-5637 "The Smartest Address on the American Desert" REALTOR April 17, 1980 71- Palm Desert City Council 45-275 Prickly Pear Square Palm Desert, Ca 92200 OFFICERS Enclosed a Resolution passed by the Local Governmental LORETTA RILEY Realtions Committee of this board, heads of offices and PRESIDENT the general membership which reflects their feelings GEORGE V. BERKEY that some parts of the sign ordinance are too restrictive VICE PRESIDENT and is keeping them from making their normal livelihood. TED CLA'NDENING SECRETARY-TREASURER The Resolution is self explanatory and the Palm Desert JACQUELINE DOYLE EXECUTIVE SECRETARY Board of Realtors would appreciate your consideration FRANK R.GOODMAN and approval of amending the sign ordinance. Some of PAST PRESIDENT the restrictions are so stringent that compliance is almost impossible in order to show a property. DIRECTORS We would hope to hear from you soon. DEAN COLE TOM COLLINS WAYNE CRAYCROFT Sincerely, IDA HARRIS / r- JERRY H.HOUSTON SANDRA KELSEY CARL KISNER '/ V JEANETTE MULLER HA RY/veriZtal RALPH WOOD Local G Realtions Committee STATE DIRECTORS d GEORGE BERKEY ROBERT S.COMPTON ELAINE FOLEY ELIZABETH GREENAWALT PHYLLIS JACKSON LORETTA RILEY JAMES A.SIEGRIST RESOLUTION SIGN ORDINANCE REVISION WHEREAS - In the opinion of the Realtors, the Palm Desert City sign ordinance discriminates against them and the property owners, in that builders and developers and others are allowed signs more than 3 sq. ft. in� size, in excess of four feet high, and at least one sign on Highway 74 (cove) has four riders on it - and Realtors are allowed only one. WHERAS - The ordinance actually keeps the Realtor from making a normal livelihood and reduces his sales, due to the public property rule and the off site one directional sign rule. In some places like Highway 74 if signs were not placed on the frontage road, the motorist could not see them and the open house would fail. Also on hard to find houses where it takes more than one turn to get there, again one directional sign is not sufficient, and the open house would fail. THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED: That Paragraph 25-68-150 of the Sign Ordinance be amended to read: On the cardinal days of Saturday and Sunday and holidays between the hours of 1:00 P. M. and 5:00 P. M. at which time the signs are to be removed, the Realtors be exempt from the public property rule and the one off site sign rule. That Realtors be allowed to place signs on public property when necessary to get the greatest exposure to his open house. Also on hard to find houses where it is necessary for more than one off site sign, the Realtor shall apply for a use permit. He shall show how many signs are needed and the location as to where the signs are needed and the location as to where the sign is to be placed. This use permit to be good on the same days (Saturday and Sundays and holidays) and good until the listing is sold,, expired or transferred another broker. Passed by the Local Governmental Affairs Committee - April 14, 1980 Passed by the Heads of Office - April 16, 1980 Passed by the General Membership - April 17, 1980 HARRY G. HOYT Local Governmental Affairs Committee Walmsert Board of ;ReaZors i 45-275 PRICKLY PEAR LANE, PALM DESERT, CALIFORNIA 92260 TELEPHONE (714) 346-0611 June 6, 1980 CITY OF PALM DESERT LEGAL NOTICE INITIATION BY THE PALM DESERT PLANNING COMMISSION OF A ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT RELATIVE TO REAL ESTATE "OPEN HOUSE" SIGNS. CASE NO. ZOA 03-80 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a Public Hearing will be held before the Palm Desert Cityy Council to consider an initiation by the PALM DESERT PLANNING COMMISSIUN of an Amendment to- Municipal Code, Sectione_25.68.150, Palm Desert Zoning Ordinance, regarding real estate "open house" signs. SAID Public Hearing will be held onThursday, June 26, 1980, at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers in 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. This request, if approved, will amend. the-Zoning Ordinance relative to real estate "open house"signs. SHEILA D, GILLICAN, City Clerk City o£ Palr! Desert , California PUBLISH: Palm Desert Post June 12, 1980 r' A 45-275 PRICKLY PEAR LANE, PALM DESERT,CALIFORNIA 92260. . TELEPHONE (714) 346-0611 NEGATIVE DECLARATION (Pursuant to Title 14, Div. 6, Article 7 , Sec. 15083 , of the California Administra- tive Code) Case No. : ZOA 03-80 Common Project Name ('if any) Applicant/Project Sponsor : Palm Desert Planning Commission Project Description/Location : Zoning Ordinance Amendment relative to Real Estate "Open House" Signs. The Director of the Dept . of Environmental Services, City of Palm Desert , California, has found that the described project will not have a significant effect on the environment . A copy of the Initial Study has been attached to document the reasons in support of this finding. Mitigation measures, 1£ any, included in the project to avoid poten- tially significant effects, may also be found attached. Paul A. Williams, AICP / Date Dir . of Environmental Services NOTICE OF DETERMINATION (Negative Declaration) TO: (X) Office of the County Clerk From: City of Palm Desert County of Riverside 45-275 Prickly Pear Ln. 4050 Main Street Palm Desert, Ca. 92260 Riverside, Ca. 92501 ( ) Secretary for Resources 1416 Ninth St. , Room 1311 Sacramento, Ca. 95814 SUBJECT: Filing of Notice of Determination in compliance with Section 15083(f) of the State EIR Guidelines . Project Title/Common Name Palm Desert Planning Commission (ZOA 03-80) State Clearinghouse Number if submitted to State Clearinghouse Contact Person Telephone Number Area Code (714) 346-0611 Murrel Crump, Principal Planner Project Location Project Description Zoning Ordinance Amendment relative to Real Estate "Open House" Signs. This is to advise that the City of Palm Desert has made the following determinations regarding the above described project: 1. The project has been approved by the City; 2. The project ( ) will ( X) will not have a significant effect on the environment; 3. An Environmental Impact Report was not prepared in connection with this project; and 4. A Negative Declaration was prepared for this project pursuant to the provisions of CEQA. A copy of the Negative Declaration may be examined at the above City Hall address . Date Received for Filing Dated: '1 45-275 PRICKLY PEAR LANE, PALM DESERT,CALIFORNIA 92260 TELEPHONE (714) 346-0611 May 14, 1980 CITY OF PALM DESERT LEGAL NOTICE INITIATION BY THE PALM DESERT PLANNING COMMISSION OF A ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT RELATIVE TO REAL ESTATE "OPEN HOUSE" SIGNS. CASE NO. ZOA 03-80 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a Public Hearing will be held before the Palm Desert Planning Commission to consider an initiation by the PALM DESERT PLANNING COMMIS- SION of an Amendment to Municipal Code, Section 25.68.150, Palm Desert Zoning Ordinance, regarding real estate "open house" signs. SAID Public Hearing will be held on Tuesday, June 3, 1980, at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers in 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. This request, if approved, will amend the Zoning Ordinance relative to real estate "open house" signs. PAUL A. WILLIAMS, Secretary Palm Desert Planning Commission PUBLISH: Palm Desert Post May 22, 1980 G �Q +. Q (Utzjj' Oo 45-275 PRICKLY PEAR LANE, PALM DESERT,CALIFORNIA 92260 TELEPHONE (714) 346-0611 May 14, 1980 CITY OF PALM DESERT LEGAL NOTICE INITIATION BY THE PALM DESERT PLANNING COMMISSION OF A ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT RELATIVE TO REAL ESTATE "OPEN HOUSE" SIGNS. CASE NO. ZOA 03-80 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a Public Hearing will be held before the Palm Desert Planning Commission to consider an in.i:tiAtion by the PALM DESERT PLANNING COMMIS- SION of an Amendment to Municipal Code, Section 25.68.150, Palm Desert Zoning Ordinance, regarding real estate "open house" signs. SAID Public Hearing will be held on Tuesday, June 3, 1980, at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers in 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. This request, if approved, will amend the Zoning Ordinance relative to real estate 'open house" signs. PAUL A. WILLIAMS, Secretary Palm Desert Planning Commission PUBLISH: Palm Desert Post May 22, 1980 PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 595 A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF PALM DESERT, CALIFORNIA, INITIATING A PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER AMENDMENT TO MUNICIPAL CODE, CHAPTER 25.68 (SIGN ORDINANCE) RELATIVE TO REAL ESTATE "OPEN HOUSE" SIGNS SIGNING. CASE NO. ZOA 03-80 WHEREAS, Municipal Code, Chapter 25.82, provides that the Planning _ Commission may initiate a Public Hearing for purpose of recommending amend- ments of the Zoning Ordinance Text to the City Council ; and, WHEREAS, the Zoning Ordinance Text (Municipal Code, Title 25) contain specific regulations for real estate "open house" signs (Chapter 25.68, Sign Ordinance) ; and, WHEREAS, the Planning Commission deems it necessary to consider said Chapter (Sign Ordinance) for possible recommendation of amendment rela- tive to the regulation of real estate "open house" signs. NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the Planning Commission of the City of Palm Desert, California, as follows: 1. The above recitations are true and correct and constitute the considerations of the Commission in this matter. 2. That the Secretary to the Commission is hereby requested to schedule a Public Hearing on June 3, 1980, for consid- eration of amendment to Municipal Code, Chapter 25.68 (Sign Ordinance) , relative to the regulation of real estate "open house' signs. PASSED, APPROVED and ADOPTED at a regular meeting of Palm Desert Planning Commission held on this 29th day of April , 1980, by the following ` . vote, to wit: AYES: BERKEY, KRYDER, MILLER, MCLACHLAN ` NOES: NONE ABSENT: NONE ABSTAIN: NONE CHARLES MILLER, Vice Chairman ATTEST: PAUL A. WILLIAMS, Secretary /lr PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 595 A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF PALM DESERT, CALIFORNIA, INITIATING A PUBLIC,HEARING TO CONSIDER AMENDMENT TO MUNICIPAL CODE, CHAPTER 25.68 (SIGN ORDINANCE) RELATIVE TO REAL ESTATE "OPEN HOUSE" SIGNS SIGNING. CASE NO. ZOA 03-80 WHEREAS, Municipal Code, Chapter 25.82, provides that the Planning Commission may initiate a Public Hearing for purpose of recommending amend- ments of the Zoning Ordinance Text to the City Council ; and, WHEREAS, the Zoning Ordinance Text (Municipal Code, Title 25) contain specific regulations for real estate "open house" signs (Chapter 25.68, Sign Ordinance) ; and, WHEREAS, the Planning Commission deems it necessary to consider said Chapter (Sign Ordinance) for possible recommendation of amendment rela- tive to the regulation of real estate "open house" signs. NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the Planning Commission of the City of Palm Desert, California, as follows: 1. The above recitations are true and correct and constitute the considerations of the Commission in this matter. 2. That the Secretary to the Commission is hereby requested to schedule a Public Hearing on June 3, 1980, for consid- eration of amendment to Municipal Code, Chapter 25.68 (Sign Ordinance) , relative to the regulation of real estate "open house' signs. PASSED, APPROVED and ADOPTED at a regular meeting of Palm Desert Planning Commission held on this 29th day of April , 1980, by the following vote, to wit: AYES: BERKEY, KRYDER, MILLER, MCLACHLAN NOES: NONE ABSENT: NONE ABSTAIN: NONE CHARLES MILLER, Chairman ATTEST: PAUL A. WILLIAMS, Secretary /lr I