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RESOLUTION NO. 2022-95
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM
DESERT, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING A HISTORIC LANDMARK
DESIGNATION FOR 72806 BURSERA WAY (APN 628-102-012) – CASE
NO. CRPC 22-03
WHEREAS, on August 30, 2022, the Cultural Resource Preservation Committee
conducted a public hearing to consider the initiation of Historic Landmark Designation for
the Charles E. Du Bois House located at 72806 Bursera Way, Assessor’s Parcel No. 628-
102-012, pursuant to Section 29.40 of the Palm Desert Municipal Code (PDMC); and
WHEREAS, the Cultural Resources Preservation Committee has considered all the
evidence submitted into the administrative record, which includes, but is not limited to:
1. Agenda reports were prepared by the Building and Safety Division.
2. A staff presentation at a meeting and subsequent public hearing held on August
30, 2022, before the Cultural Resources Preservation Committee.
3. The City of Palm Desert, Cultural Resources Ordinance 1168, and all other
applicable regulations and codes.
4. Public comments, both written and oral, received and/or submitted at or prior to
the meeting, supporting and/or opposing the applicant’s request.
5. Testimony and/or comments from the applicant and its representatives submitted
to the City in both written and oral form at or prior to the meeting.
6. All related documents received and/or submitted at or prior to the meeting.
WHEREAS, based on the forgoing evidence, the Cultural Resources Preservation
Committee finds that:
1. A request for Historic Landmark Designation for 72806 Bursera Way was made
on April 28, 2022, to designate as a historical landmark.
2. Notice of the August 30, 2022, Cultural Resources Preservation Committee
meeting was posted in The Desert Sun and at City Hall on June 09, 2022.
3. Notice of the August 30, 2022, Cultural Resources Preservation Committee was
provided to the affected property owner as shown on the latest Riverside County
assessment role. The owner was notified by first-class mail.
4. Notice of the Cultural Resources Preservation Committee meeting included the
notice requirements set forth in California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).
WHEREAS, based on the Landmark Designation criteria contained in Chapter 29.40
Landmarks of the PDMC, the Cultural Resources Preservation Committee concluded the
following:
1. Palm Desert’s character and history are reflected in its cultural, historical, and
architectural heritage.
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2. Palm Desert’s historical foundations should be preserved as living parts of the
community life and development in order to foster an understanding of the City’s
past so that future generations may have a genuine opportunity to appreciate,
enjoy, and understand Palm Deserts’ heritage.
3. The Cultural Resources Preservation Committee has reviewed this site and
determined it to be historically significant and could contribute to the economic
and cultural revival of the City.
WHEREAS, in view of all the evidence and based on the forgoing designation criterion,
the Cultural Resources Preservation Committee concluded the following findings:
1. The Charles E. Du Bois residence (1965) at 72806 Bursera Way is part of The
Purple Hills Estates, which were constructed in the early 1960s. Unlike most
homes built in Palm Desert in the 1950s and 1960s, the Purple Hills Estates
homes were “tract” homes designed with a custom appearance. Designed by
Charles E. Du Bois, these styles of homes epitomized the unique architecture
and classic look of the early Palm Desert.
2. The exteriors vary from ranch to French Second Empire and Greek Revisal to
mid-century modern. The uniqueness can be seen in 47 homes in Palm Desert
where, Charles E. Du Bois left an indelible mark in architecture. The property at
72806 Bursera Way represents this style in the original inspired form and is
worthy of the designation.
3. This residence meets the following designation criterion as contained in the
City’s Cultural Resources Ordinance and is hereby worthy of preservation and
designation as a Local Historic Landmark:
A. Exemplifies or reflects special elements of cultural, social, economic,
political, aesthetic, engineering, architectural, or natural history.
B. Embodies distinctive characteristics of a style, type, period, or method of
construction, or is a valuable example of the use of indigenous materials
or craftsmanship.
C. Represents the work of a master builder, designer, or architect.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Palm
Desert, California, as follows:
SECTION 1. That the foregoing Recitals are true and correct and are
incorporated herein by this reference.
SECTION 2. That Section 29.40.90 of the PDMC requires that the City Council
pass a resolution designating a landmark based upon facts and findings on the criteria
outlined in Chapter 29.40 Landmarks.
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SECTION 3. Based upon the foregoing findings and facts incorporated herein,
the property located at 72806 Bursera Way (APN 628-102-012), is hereby designated
as a local historic landmark.
ADOPTED ON NOVEMBER 17, 2022.
JAN C. HARNIK
MAYOR
ATTEST:
ANTHONY J. MEJIA
CITY CLERK
I, Anthony J. Mejia, City Clerk of the City of Palm Desert, hereby certify that Resolution
No. 2022-95 is a full, true, and correct copy, and was duly adopted at a regular meeting of
the City Council of the City of Palm Desert on November 17, 2022, by the following vote:
AYES: JONATHAN, KELLY, NESTANDE, QUINTANILLA, AND HARNIK
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
RECUSED: NONE
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the official seal of the City
of Palm Desert, California, on __________________.
ANTHONY J. MEJIA
CITY CLERK
Anthony Mejia (Nov 28, 2022 09:26 PST)
Anthony Mejia (Nov 28, 2022 09:26 PST)
Nov 28, 2022