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Home My WebLink About2021-05-25 ARC Regular Meeting Minutes CITY OF PALM DESERT �'-'�'� ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMISSION ' ' -"A�I�� MINUTES �� . TUESDAY, MAY 25, 2021 — 12:30 P.M. ZOOM VIRTUAL MEETING I. CALL TO ORDER Chair Van Vliet called the meeting to order at 12:32 p.m. II. ROLL CALL Commissioners Current Meeting Year to Date Present Absent Present Absent Chris Van Vliet, Chair X 6 Karel Lambell, Vice Chair X 5 1 Allan Levin X 6 Michael McAuliffe X 6 Jim Mclntosh X 5 1 John Vuksic X 5 1 Also Present: Eric Ceja, Deputy Director of Development Services Kevin Swartz, Associate Planner Nick Melloni, Associate Planner Christina Canales, Land Development Technician Deborah Glickman, Business Advocate Melinda Gonzalez, Management Specialist I III. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS I Deputy Director of Development Services, Eric Ceja, advised the Commission there were no comments or inquiries received by email or voicemail prior to the meeting. IV. APPROVAL OF MINUTES A. MINUTES of the Architectural Review Commission meeting of May 11, 2021. Rec: Approve as presented. MINUTES ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMISSION MAY 25, 2021 Upon a motion by Commissioner Levin, seconded by Vice Chair Lambell, and a 6-0 vote of the Architectural Review Commission, the minutes were approved as presented. (AYES: Lambell, Levin, McAuliffe, Mclntosh, Van Vliet and Vuksic; NOES: None; ABSENT: None). V. CASES It should be noted, discussion on the following items can be viewed through audio or video by visiting the Architectural Review Commission Information Center website at, https://www.citvofpalmdesert.orq/ou r-city%com m ittees-and-com m issionsia rch itectu ra I- review-commission-information center. A. FINAL DRAWINGS 1. CASE NO: MISC 21-0011 I NATURE OF PROJECT/APPROVAL SOUGHT: Consideration to approve a i faqade improvement for the Shiraz Rug Gallery located at 74220 Highway 1 11. APPLICANT AND ADDRESS: Michael McAuliffe, AIA (McAuliffe & Company, Inc.), Palm Desert, CA 92260 LOCATION: 74220 Highway 111 ZONE: DE Commissioner McAuliffe advised the Commission of the need to recuse himself from this item due to a conflict of interest as he is a consultant for Shiraz Rug Gallery and will be presenting the item. Associate Planner, Nick Melloni, presented the item. Mr. Melloni stated the project is a significant improvement to the existing building and is overall a good � design, therefore, staff recommended approval of the project as presented. Mr. li Melloni introduced the applicant who provided a detailed presentation for the project. Discussion on the item ensued with Commissioners providing comments and concerns for the project. Upon a motion by Commissioner Mclntosh, seconded by Commissioner Vuksic, and a 5-0 vote of the Architectural Review Commission, Case No. MISC 21-0011, was approved subject to the following: 1) The parapet should be extended to cover the open portion located on the rear elevation to finish parapet; 2) A roof drain should be added to the backside upper roof element for drainage. (AYES: Lambell, Levin, Mclntosh, Van Vliet, Vuksic; NOES: None; ABSENT; McAuliffe). Due to technical difficulties, the next item of discussion was the first case listed under Preliminary Plans, Case Nos. PP 20-0010/TPM 38033/CZ and GPA 20- 0002. 2 MINUTES ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMISSION MAY 25, 2021 2. CASE NO: MISC 21-0012 NATURE OF PROJECT/APPROVAL SOUGHT: Consideration to approve a height exception for a new single-family home located at 48234 Silver Spur Trail. APPLICANT AND ADDRESS: Kevin Roche, Palm Desert, CA 92260 LOCATION: 48234 Silver Spur Trail ZONE: PR-7 Commissioner McAuliffe rejoined the meeting. Associate Planner, Nick Melloni, presented the item. Mr. Melloni introduced the applicant who provided a detailed presentation on the project. Discussion on the item ensued with Commissioners providing comments and concerns for the project. Upon a motion by Commissioner Vuksic, seconded by Commissioner McAuliffe, and a 6-0 vote of the Architectural Review Commission, Case No. MISC 21-0012, was approved subject to the following: 1) Submit a revised design for the parapet trim detail which shows the drip edge removed so the trim is flush with the fascia; 2) Color palette should be provided to staff for approval to ensure lighter color is not too bright against the sun; 3) Given the site grade and pool wall height combined, applicant should consider a step down for the pool walL (AYES: Lambell, Levin, McAuliffe, Mclntosh. Van Vliet, Vuksic; NOES: None; ABSENT; None). 3. CASE NO: MISC 20-0005, Amendment #1 NATURE OF PROJECT/APPROVAL SOUGHT: Consideration to approve an amendment to an approved fa�ade improvement for Bump and Grind Plaza located at 72221 Highway 111 . APPLICANT AND ADDRESS: 72221 HWY 111, LLC, Adam Gilbert, Palm Springs, CA 92264 LOCATION: 72221 Highway 111 ZONE: PC-4 Associate Planner, Nick Melloni, presented the item. Mr. Melloni noted this item was approved by the Commission in June 2020. He stated staff has concerns regarding the significant modifications to the design. Mr. Melloni introduced the applicant who provided a presentation on the revisions to the project. Discussion on the item ensued and resulted in several Commissioners asserting the renderings as presented did not provide a clear and concise presentation demonstrating what was being modified in comparison to what was approved. Chair Van Vliet observed the approved renderings and those being presented for the revision were not comparable. Vice Chair Lambell expressed frustration that the proposed renderings were completely different from the originally approved project. Staff advised the Commission they may consider continuing the item with comments. 3 MINUTES ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMISSION MAY 25, 2021 Upon a motion by Commissioner Levin, seconded by Commissioner Mclntosh, and a 6-0 vote of the Architectural Review Commission, Case No. MISC 20-0005, Amendment #1 was continued subject to the following: 1) Applicant will resubmit plans which accurately and clearly demonstrate the approved project plans and the proposed changes in a side by side, before and after, format. (AYES: Lambell, Levin, McAuliffe, Mclntosh, Van Vliet, Vuksic; NOES: None; ABSENT; None). 4. CASE NO: SARC 20-0004 NATURE OF PROJECT/APPROVAL SOUGHT: Consideration to approve a master sign program, including a freestanding monument sign, for Bump and Grind Plaza located at 72221 Highway 111. APPLICANT AND ADDRESS: Signarama, Palm Desert, CA 92260 LOCATION: 72221 Highway 111 ZONE: PC-4 Staff recommended this item be continued and discussion deferred, as it coincides with the Bump and Grind Fa�ade Amendment #1 project which was continued. Upon a motion by Commissioner Levin, seconded by Commissioner Vuksic, and a 6-0 vote of the Architectural Review Commission, Case No. SARC 20-0004, was continued. (AYES: Lambell, Levin, McAuliffe, Mclntosh, Van Vliet, Vuksic; NOES: None; ABSENT; None). B. PRELIMINARY PLANS 1. CASE NOS: PP 20-0010/TPM 38033/CZ and GPA 20-0002 NATURE OF PROJECT/APPROVAL SOUGHT: Consideration of a recommendation to approve a 48-unit condominium project on four acres at the southwest corner of Portola Avenue and Gerald Ford Drive. The project includes a Change of Zone from five (5) dwelling units per acre to twelve (12) dwelling units per acre, a General Plan Amendment, a Precise Plan application, Tentative Parcel Map 38033, and a Mitigated Negative Declaration for environmental purposes. APPLICANT AND ADDRESS: Desert Luxury Apartments, Las Vegas, NV 89121 LOCATION: 36000 Shepherd Lane ZONE: PR-5 Commissioner McAuliffe advised the Commission of the need to recuse himself from this item due to a conflict of interest. He stated he has been retained as an advisory consultant for the applicant and will be providing a brief introduction for the item and the design team. 4 MINUTES ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMISSION MAY 25, 2021 Associate Planner, Kevin Swartz, presented the item. Mr. Swartz noted this item has been brought before the Commission on three prior ARC meeting dates. Mr. Swartz advised the Commission since the last time the ARC reviewed this item, the applicant has retained a new architect, Danielian and Associates, as well as advisory services from Commissioner McAuliffe, and a new building design will be presented. He stated staff feels the new design is overall a better project and is recommending approval of this item. Mr. Swartz introduced the applicant. Commissioner McAuliffe provided introductory comments on the project before turning over the presentation to the architect, Mr. Danielian, who provided a detailed presentation on the redesign for the project. Discussion on the item ensued with Commissioners providing comments and concerns for the project. Upon a motion by Commissioner Mclntosh, seconded by Commissioner Levin, and a 5-0 vote of the Architectural Review Commission, Case Nos. PP 20-0010/TPM 38033/CZ and GPA 20-0002, was approved subject to the following: 1) Windows located on exposed elevations and masses over garages should be recessed; 2) Applicant will revisit stacked elements over garages and explore options which help these masses relate to the overall building design; 3) Staff will email revised elevations to ARC Commissioners for review. (AYES: Lambell, Levin, Mclntosh, Van Vliet, Vuksic; NOES: None; ABSENT; McAuliffe). The next item of discussion was the second case listed under Final Drawings, Case No. MISC 21-0012. The agenda resumed as listed for the remainder of the meeting. This was the only item discussed out of order as a result of the technical difficulties experienced earlier in the meeting. 2. CASE NO: PP 20-0005 NATURE OF PROJECT/APPROVAL SOUGHT: Consideration of a recommendation for approval to the Planning Commission of a Precise Plan to construct a 4-unit apartment complex at 74425 Abronia Trail. APPLICANT AND ADDRESS: Lindquist Development, Portland. OR 97242 LOCATION: 74425 Abronia Trail ZONE: R-3 Associate Planner, Nick Melloni, presented the item. Mr. Melloni noted this item was brought before the Commission at the Architectural Review Commission meeting held April 27, 2021. He provided details on the revisions made to the project since it was last reviewed by the ARC. Mr. Melloni introduced the applicant who provided a presentation further detailing the revisions to the i project. Discussion on the item ensued with Commissioners providing ! comments and concerns for the project. Upon a motion by Chair Van Vliet, seconded by Commissioner Levin, and a 6-0 vote of the Architectural Review Commission, Case No. PP 20-0005, was continued subject to the following: 1) Add details and/or articulation which 5 MINUTES ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMISSION MAY 25, 2021 provide more residential cues and feel, including the side elevations; 2) Consider variation on the metal shrouds along the side elevations to avoid repetitiveness; 3) Consider breaking up the mass of the building; 4) Explore other options for the stairs and hand rails to further residential cues and avoid a utilitarian look. 5) Avoid the use of landscape elements for articulation in the place of architecture; 6) Applicant will provide staff preliminary renderings for ARC Commissioner's review prior to the project being placed on the ARC agenda. (AYES: Lambell, Levin, McAuliffe, Mclntosh, Van Vliet, Vuksic; NOES: None; ABSENT; None). 3. CASE NO: PP 21-0006 NATURE OF PROJECT/APPROVAL SOUGHT: Consideration of a recommendation for approval to the Planning Commission of a Precise Plan to amend Case No. PP-170 Amendment No 1 to allow up to 55% maximum of two story homes in a 111 lot single family residential tract. APPLICANT AND ADDRESS: Ponderosa Homes II, Inc., Rick Rosenbaum, Pleasanton, CA 94588 LOCATION: SWC Dinah Shore Drive and Dick Kelly Drive ZONE: PR-22 Associate Planner, Nick Melloni, presented the item. Mr. Melloni noted this item is also a request for the Commission to approve the architectural design for a new plan type, in addition to increasing the number of two story units. Mr. Melloni introduced the applicant who provided a detailed presentation on the new plan type and revisions to the project. Discussion on the item ensued with Commissioners providing comments and concerns for the project. Upon a motion by Commissioner Vuksic, seconded by Commissioner McAuliffe, and a 6-0 vote of the Architectural Review Commission, Case No. PP 21-0006, was approved subject to the following: 1) Revisit height of shed roof on Contemporary plan to address large empty space on rear elevation; 2) Applicant will provide staff with revised plans for ARC Commissioner's review. (AYES: Lambell, Levin, McAuliffe, Mcintosh, Van Vliet, Vuksic; NOES: None; ABSENT; None). C. MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS 1. CASE NO: MISC 21-0013 NATURE OF PROJECT/APPROVAL SOUGHT: Discussion and preliminary design feedback for a fa�ade improvement for Tommy Bahama Home at 73540 EI Paseo. APPLICANT AND ADDRESS: Michael McAuliffe, AIA (McAuliffe & Company, Inc.), Palm Desert, CA 92260 LOCATION: 73540 EL PASEO ZONE: DO 6 MINUTES ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMISSION MAY 25, 2021 Commissioner McAuliffe advised the Commission he would be recusing himself from this item due to a conflict of interest as he is a consultant for Tommy Bahama Home and will be presenting the item. Associate Planner, Nick Melloni, presented the item. Mr. Melloni turned the presentation over to Commissioner McAuliffe who provided further details on the project presentation. Discussion on the item ensued with Commissioners providing comments on the projecYs design. No formal action was taken on this item as it was brought forth solely for commissioner's comments to the applicant. VI. COMMENTS None VII. ADJOURNMENT With the Architectural Review Commission concurrence, Chair Van Vliet adjourned the meeting at 4:11 p.m. // C/ _ Eric Ceja, Secret � • a Melinda Gonzalez, Recording S ary 7