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TELEPHONE (714) 346-0611
February 2, 1977
LETTER of AGREEMENT
The undersigned agree to the following changes for Case No. 43MF,
Shadow Mountain Resort and Racquet Club.
The applicant shall install chaser -block a minimum of
six (6) feet in height along the east and west ends of
parking buildings "C" and "D", painted to match the ad-
jacent residential structures.
2. The north side of parking building "C" shall be land-
scaped and two (2) chaser -block panels, a minimum of
ten (10) feet in width and six (6) feet in height shall
be installed along said side and painted to match the
adjacentresidential structures. ,
3. An olaaAde edge shall
side of parking building
SAM FREED, Acting Directo of
Environmental Services
City of Palm Desert, California
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be installed along the south
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45-275 PRICKLY PEAR LANE, PALM DESERT, CALIFORNIA 92260
TELEPHONE (714) 346-0611
October 29, 1976
Mr. Doug Hinchliffe
Destination Resort Corporation
10880 Wilshire Bouelvard, Suite 1114
Los Angeles, California 90024
Dear Doug:
In response to an inquiry by Skip Berhorst, regarding the construc-
tion of sufficient parking spaces for the first phase of your pro-
ject, we are recommending that six additional open parking spaces
be provided and that a cash bond of $3,600.00 be posted with the
City of Palm Desert, guaranteeing the construction of the six car-
ports.
Said bond will be forfeited if the spaces are not in and complete
by January 1, 1978. If you have any questions, please contact my
office.
-V ry truly yours,
PAUL A. WILLIAMS
Director of Environmental Services
City of Palm Desert, California
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TELEPHONE (714) 346-0611
REPORT OF PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION
DATE October 14, 1976
APPLICANT Destination Resort Corporation
10880 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 1114
Los Angeles, CA. 90024 Attn: Doug Hinchliffe
CASE NO. 43MF
The Planning Commission of the City of Palm Desert has considered
your request and taken the following action at its meeting of
October 5, 1976
CONTINUED TO
DENIED
xxxxx APPROVED BY PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION No. 185
PLACED ON THE AGENDA OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
FOR CONCURRENCE WITH THE
PLANNING COMMISSION DECISION.
PLACED ON THE AGENDA OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
FOR PUBLIC HEARING.
Any appeal of the above action may be made in writing to the
Director of Environmental Services, City of Palm Desert, within
fifteen (15) days of the date of the decision.
PAUL A. WILLIAMS, Secretary
Palm Desert Planning Commission
Applicant
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PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 185
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF PALM
DESERT, CALIFORNIA, ANNOUNCING FINDINGS AND APPROVING AN
AMENDMENT TO THE CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL FOR PLANNING COM-
MISSION RESOLUTION NO. 174.
CASE NO. 43MF
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Planning Commission of the City of
Palm Desert as follows:
1. That it does hereby approve the deletion of Condition No. 12 (under -
grounding) and the addition of Condition No. 5 (curb and gutter) to Subsection No.
2) of Planning Commission Resolution No. 174.
PASSED, APPROVED, and ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the Palm Desert
Planning Commission, held on the 5th day of October, 1976, by the following vote,
to wit:
AYES: BERKEY, KELLY, MILLS, WILSON
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: VAN DE MARK
ABSTAIN: NONE
S. ROY WILSON, CHAIRMAN
ATTEST:
PAUL A. WILLIAMS, SECRETARY
PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 174
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF PALM
DESERT, CALIFORNIA, ANNOUNCING FINDINGS AND APPROVING A PLOT
PLAN TO ALLOW THE DEVELOPMENT OF 28 RESIDENTIAL CONDOMINIUM
UNITS AT THE SHADOW MOUNTAIN RESORT AND RACQUET CLUB, GENERALLY
LOCATED SOUTH OF SHADOW LAKE DRIVE AND EAST OF SAN LUIS REY.
CASE NO. 43MF
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission of the City of Palm Desert did receive
a verified application from DESTINATION RESORT CORPORATION requesting approval
of Plot Plan No. 43MF, labeled Exhibits A-W, on property located in the PR-7
Zone, and situated east of San Luis Rey and south of Shadow Lake Drive to allow
for the development of 28 residential condominium dwelling units; the property
being more particularly described as:
a portion of Tract 5277
WHEREAS, said application is exempt from the requirements of the "City
of Palm Desert Environmental Quality Procedure Resolution Number 74-14", in
that this approval is an ministerial act; and,
WHEREAS, on August 31, 19.76, the Planning Commission did consider this
request for Plot Plan Approval; and,
WHEREAS, at that time, upon receiving and considering the testimony
and arguments, if any, of all persons who desired to be heard, said Commission
did find the following facts and reasons to exist to approve the Plot Plan:
1. that the proposed development conforms to all legally adopted
development standards;
2. that the design and location of the proposed development and its
relationship to neighboring, existing, or proposed developments and traffic is
such that it will not impair the desirability of investment or occupation in
the neighborhood; and that it will not unreasonably interfere with the use and
enjoyment of neighboring, existing, or proposed development, and that it will
not create traffic hazards or congestion.
3. that the design and location of the proposed development is in keeping
with the character of the surrounding neighborhood and is not detrimental to the
harmonious, orderly, and attractive development contemplated by the Zoning Ordi-
nance and General Plan of the City;
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Planning Commission Resolution No. 174
4, that the design and location of the proposed development would
provide a desirable environment for its occupants, as well as for its neighbors
and that it is aesthetically of good composition, materials, textures, and
colors;
5. the proposed use does conform to all the requirements of the zone in
which it is located and all other applicable requirements;
6: the overall development of the land is designed to ensure the pro-
tection of the public health, safety, and general welfare.
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 approve Plot Plan No. 43MF, subject to the
completion of conditions 1-4, 6, 9-12, and 17 of Conditional Use Permit 03-73,
Planning Commission Resolution No. 151;
3) That Exhibits A2.1 and A3.1 be revised to provide for a minimum
floor area of 1,000 square feet in the one -bedroom units;
areas;
4) That the carports of Exhibit K be revised to show required planter
5) That Exhibits K and S (landscaping irrigation) be revised in con-
formance with the comments of the Design Review Board at its meeting of
August 24, 1976;
6) That the driveway entrances at Juniper as shown on Exhibits U, V,
and W shall be installed as a part of this phase of the construction subject
to any revisions required by the City Engineer.
PASSED, APPROVED, and ADOPTED at a regular meeting.of the Planning
Commission of the City of Palm Desert, California, held on the 31st day of
August, 1976, by the following vote, to wit:
AYES: BERKEY, KELLY, MILLS, WILSON
NOES: VAN DE MARK
ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
S. ROY WILSON, CHAIRMAN
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CONDITIONS Of APPROVAL.
CASE NO. CUP 03-73
1. The development of this project shall conform substantially to all
development plans submitted in behalf of this case (Exhibit A), and
as revised according to Planning Commission action. Any minor changes
require approval by the Director of Environmental Services. Any sub-
stantial change requires approval by the Planning Commission.
2. All requirements of any law, ordinance, or regulation of the State, City,
and other applicable government entity shall be complied with as part of
the development process.
3. This approval is applicable, subject to the development -of this project
commencing within one year from approval date and being promptly completed.
4. A landscaping plan (with irrigation system) shall be provided as approved
by the Design Review Board Process for installation prior to final inspec-
tion and receiving certificate of occupancy.
5. Curb, gutter, curb cuts, and tie-in paving shall be provided for by means
of installation, along San. Luis Rey. Construction shall conform to City
of Palm Desert Standards.
6. Sewer hookup shall be made if mains exist within 200 feet of property.
7. A 6 foot decorative masonry wall shall be installed along the easterly and
northerly property line.
8. Heavy landscape treatment shall be installed -along said wall in a manner
acceptable to the Design Review Board Process.
9. Existing tennis court lights shall be modified in a manner acceptable to
the Design Review Board Process.
10. The existing free standing sign shall be removed before any building
permits are issued.
11. The entry at Juniper Street shall be improved with, the first phase of
development.
12. Utility lines along San Luis Rey shall be placed underground.
13. Proposed parking spaces along the easterly property line of the project
shall be improved.
14. The grading along the north and east property line shall match the grades
of the adjacent R-1 lots along Shadow Lake Drive.
15. All existing and proposed tennis court lighting shall be placed on
automatic timers.
16. The two most northerly buildings shall be re -designed to provide for
a single -story limitation.
17. Parking areas shall be lighted in a manner acceptable to the Design
Review Board Process.
I have read and do agree to the above listed conditions.
� (Appplicant Signature) (Date
Destination Resort Corporation
October 1, 1976
Mr. Paul A. Williams
Director of Environmental Services
City of Palm Desert
45-275 Prickly Pear Lane
Palm Desert, California 92260
RECOUD
OCT 4 1976
ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES
CITY. OF PALM DESERT
11611 San Vicente Boulevard, Suite 860
Los Angeles, California 90049
Re: Shadow Mountain Resort and Racquet Club; Case No. 43MF
Dear Paul:
Telephone (213) 820-6661
I am writing you this letter to request the Planning Commission reconsider
its decision of August 31, 1976 which required Palm Desert Venture, Ltd.
to underground utilities along San Luis Rey in conjunction with the first
phase of development at Shadow Mountain. My reasons for requesting the
Planning Commission to reconsider their decision are:
1. Hunter Cook, City Engineer, advised us yesterday that he will
require the installation of the curb and gutter along San Luis
Rey despite the decision of the Design Review Board and the
Planning Commission not to require that installation until that
portion of the property was developed.
2. Southern California Edison Company and General Telephone
Company advised us in the last week that their original estimates
of undergrounding these two utilities were incorrect and the es-
timated cost would now be approximately $51, 000 for power and
$20, 500 for telepheue. This compares to their estimates last
June of $20, 000 and $4, 000 respectively. The total cost of under -
grounding along San Luis Rey, including $2,000 for cable tele-
vision, is now $73, 500 compared to an original estimate of $25, 000
for all three utilities. One explanation for the threefold increase
is the fact that the power and telephone lines proposed will serve
the existing and future neighborhood requirements in addition to
Shadow Mountain's requirements. Attached to this letter are letters
from each of the utilities supporting their current estimates of cost.
I would also like to remind the Commission that all of the above costs
are in addition to the $95, 000 which we are committed to spend for
water and sewer for the proposed first phase of 28 units. A substantial
Rocky Mountain Regional Office: Aspen, Colorado
Letter to: Paul A. Williams
October 1, 1976
Page 2
portion, approximately $30, 000, of the $95, 000 is for over-
sized water lines to tie Portola to San Luis Rey and to bring the
sewer from El Paseo to Shadow Lake Drive.
3. The recent flooding in Palm Desert caused considerable damage
to Shadow Mountain. To date, we have spent or committed to
spend approximately $80, 000 to repair the damage. This was a
totally unforseen expenditure for which we have no insurance to
compensate us.
In making this request, I am not unmindful of the City's position on the under -
grounding of utilities throughout the City. We support this position and are
prepared to do our fair share in accomplishing this objective. As you know,
we had agreed some time ago to underground the utilities along San Luis Rey
when the property that we were going to develop as our first phase bordered
San Luis Rey. Since that time, we have substantially changed the develop-
ment plan for Shadow Mountain, which the Planning Commission approved
last June.
The first phase of our development no longer is bordering San Luis Rey, but
is in the center of our property and some 500 feet East of San Luis Rey. Be-
cause of this change, we feel strongly that it is inappropriate to underground
the utilities along San Luis Rey at this time. It is also worth noting again that
because of existing power lines crossing San Luis Rey, it will be necessary
to place a pole on our side of San Luis Rey to maintain this service which
partially defeats the objective of undergrounding these utilities.
I am also concerned with the fairness and legality of requiring us to pro-
vide power and telephone lines which will have a capacity in excess of our
requirements. The California Subdivision Map Act specifically provides
that if a developer is required to install improvements which "... shall
contain supplemental size, capacity or number for the benefit of property
not within the subdivision.... " (Section 66485) that "... the local agency
shall enter into an agreement with the subdivider to reimburse the sub-
divider for that portion of the cost of such improvements equal to the dif-
ference between the amount it would have cost the subdivider to install
such improvements to serve the subdivision only and the actual cost of
such improvements." (Section 66486). Because of the limited time
available since learning of the increased cost, I have not been able to
clarify to what extent the utilities are oversized. I do feel that this issue
should be resolved before we are requested to underground the utilities.
Letter to: Paul A. Williams
October 1, 1976
Page 3
ALTERNATIVE
I would like to suggest an alternative to the P1 anning Commission. We
understand Hunter Cook's requirement that we curb and gutter San Luis
Rey and recognize the need to do what we can to prevent any future flood
damage. Despite the probability that we will have to remove some por-
tions of this curb and gutter in the future when we develop alone San Luis
Rey, we appreciate both Mr. Cook's and the City's concern and will in-
stall the curb and gutter in conjunction with the first phase of our develop-
ment. In return for this, we would request the Planning Commission allow
us to defer the undergrounding of the utilities along San Luis Rey until
such time as a plan for undergrounding all the utilities in our neighbor-
hood is developed and a fair basis established for paying for this work.
We recognize our obligation to participate and assure you that we will
do our fair share, if not more. As noted earlier, I feel we have done and
will do more than our fair share regarding the water and sewer system.
SUMMARY
I believe the three reasons presented in this letter; (1) the new require-
ment to curb and gutter along San Luis Rey, (2) the increase in the esti-
mated cost to underground from $25, 000 to $73, 500, and (3) the $80, 000
in flood damage to Shadow Mountain, are a reasonable basis to ask for
reconsideration on the issue of undergrounding the utilities on San Luis
Rey. Further, we do not think it is equitable or legal to ask us to pay
for more than we require or our fair share. I respectively request the
Planning Commission agree to allow us to defer the undergrounding of
the utilities on San Luis Rey in accordance with the alternative suggested.
Thank you for your consideration of this letter.
Sincerely yours:
Douglas M. nchliffe
Vice President
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Southern California Edison Company
36100 Cathedral Canyon Dr.
Cathedral City, California 92234
October 1, 1976
Destination Resort Corporation
Shadow Mountain Resort & Racquet Club
45730 San Luis Rey
Palm Desert, California 92260
Attention: Mr. Doug Finchliffe
Gentlemen:
RECEIVED
OCT 4 1976
ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES
Q(TY � , p" AESEtt'1;
As discussed during my telephone conversation with Mr. Skip
Behrhorst on Thursday, September 30, 1976, I am writing to you concern-
ing cost estimates to convert the existing overhead electrical lines to
underground along San Luis Rey from Shadow Lake Drive South to Pinion
Street.
Enclosed is a map marked in red showing the facilities which
would require undergrounding. These facilities involve both 4800 volts
and 12000 volt lines, and consist of approximately 1140 feet of line. The
total estimated cost to underground these existing overhead facilities
amounts to $51, 300. 00 or $45. 00 per foot. This is an estimate only and
does not include any charges that may be required by General Telephone
Company or Cable T. V. Co.
This estimate is good for a period of 90 days from this date,
and is subject to change thereafter.
If you have any questions concerning this matter, please call
me at 714-328-3156.
Very truly yours,
W. R. Leonesio
Customer Service Planner
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CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
CASE 140. CUP 03-73
1. The development of this project shall conform substantially to all
development plans submitted in behalf of this case (Exhibit A), and
as revised according to Planning Commission action. Any minor changes
require approval by the Director of Environmental Services. Any sub-
stantial change requires approval by the Planning Commission.
2. All requirements of any law, ordinance, or regulation of the State, City,
and other applicable government entity shall be complied with as part of
the development process.
3. This approval is applicable, subject to the development of this project
commencing within one year from approval date and being promptly completed.
4. A landscaping plan (with irrigation system) shall be provided as approved
by the Design Review Board Process for installation prior to final inspec-
tion and receiving certificate of occupancy.
5. Curb, gutter, curb cuts, and tie-in paving shall be provided for by means
of installation, along San. Luis Rey. Construction shall conform to City
of Palm Desert Standards.
6. Sewer hookup shall be made if mains exist within 200 feet of property.
7. A 6 foot decorative masonry wall shall be installed along the easterly and
northerly property line.
8. Heavy landscape treatment shall be installed along said wall in a manner
acceptable to the Design Review Board Process.
9. Existing tennis court lights shall be modified in a manner acceptable to
the Design Review Board Process.
10. The existing free standing sign shall be removed before any building
permits are issued.
11. The entry at Juniper Street shall be improved with. the first phase of
development.
12. Utility lines along San Luis Rey shall be placed underground.
13. Proposed parking spaces along the easterly property line of the project
shall be improved.
14. The grading along the north and east property line shall match the grades
of the adjacent R-1 lots along Shadow Lake Drive.
15. All existing and proposed tennis court lighting shall be placed on
automatic timers.
16. The two most northerly buildings shall be re -designed to provide for
a single -story limitation.
17. Parking areas shall be lighted in a manner acceptable to the Design
Review Board Process.
I have read and do agree to the above listed conditions.
(Applicant Signature) (Date)
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Destination Resort Corporation
October 1, 1976
Mr. Paul A. Williams
Director of Environmental Services
City of Palm Desert
45-275 Prickly Pear Lane
Palm Desert, California 92260
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OCT 4 197G
ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES
CITY OF. PALM DESERT
11611 San Vicente Boulevard, Suite 860
Los Angeles, California 90049
Re: Shadow Mountain Resort and Racquet Club; Case No. 43MF
Dear Paul:
Telephone (213) 820.6661
I am writing you this letter to request the Planning Commission reconsider
Its decision of August 31, 1976 which required Palm Desert Venture, Ltd.
to underground utilities along San Luis Rey in conjunction with the first
phase of development at Shadow Mountain. My reasons for requesting the
Planning Commission to reconsider their decision are:
1. \Hunter Cook, City Engineer, advised us yesterday that he will
cJ require the installation of the curb and gutter along San Luis
Rey despite the decision of the Design Review Board and the
Planning Commission not to require that installation until that
portion of the property was developed.
2. Southern California Edison Company and General Telephone
Company advised us in the last week that their original estimates
of undergrounding these two utilities were incorrect and the es-
timated cost would now be approximately $51, 000 for power and
$20, 500 for telephone. This compares to their estimates last
June of $20, 000 and $4, 000 respectively. The total cost of under -
grounding along San Luis Rey, including $2,000 for cable tele-
vision, is now $73, 500 compared to an original estimate of $25, 000
for all three utilities. One explanation for the threefold increase
is the fact that the power and telephone lines proposed will serve
the existing and future neighborhood requirements in addition to
Shadow Mountain's requirements. Attached to this letter are letters
from each of the utilities supporting their current estimates of cost.
I would also like to remind the Commission that all of the above costs
are in addition to the $95, 000 which we are committed to spend for
water and sewer for the proposed first phase of 28 units. A substantial
Rocky Mountain Regional Office: Aspen, Colorado
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Letter to: Paul A. Williams
October 1, 1976
Page 2
portion, approximately $30, 000, of the $95, 000 is for over-
sized water lines to tie Portola to San Luis Rey and to bring the
sewer from El Pasco to Shadow Lake Drive.
3. The recent flooding in Palm Desert caused considerable damage
to Shadow Mountain. To date, we have spent or committed to
spend approximately $80, 000 to repair the damage. This was a
totally unforseen expenditure for which we have no insurance to
compensate us.
In making this request, I am not unmindful of the City's position on the under -
grounding of utilities throughout the City. We support this position and are
prepared to do our fair share in accomplishing this objective. As you know,
we had agreed some time ago to underground the utilities along San Luis Rey
when the property that we were going to develop as our first phase bordered
San Iris Rey. Since that time, we have substantially changed the develop-
ment plan for Shadow Mountain, which the Planning Commission approved
last June.
The first phase of our development no longer is bordering San Luis Rey, but
is in the center of our property and some 500 feet East of San Luis Rey. Be-
cause of this change, we feel strongly that it is inappropriate to underground
the utilities along San Luis Rey at this time. It is also worth noting again that
because of existing power lines crossing San Luis Rey, it will be necessary
to place a pole on our side of San Luis Rey to maintain this service which
partially defeats the objective of undergrounding these utilities.
I am also concerned with the fairness and legality of requiring us to pro-
vide power and telephone lines which will have a capacity in excess of our
requirements. The California Subdivision Map Act specifically provides
that if a developer is required to install improvements which "... shall
contain supplemental size, capacity or number for the benefit of property
not within the subdivision,..." (Section 66485) that "...the local agency
shall enter into an agreement with the subdivider to reimburse the sub-
divider for that portion of the cost of such improvements equal to the dif-
ference between the amount it would have cost the subdivider to install
such improvements to serve the subdivision only and the actual cost of
such improvements." (Section 66485). Because of the limited time
available since learning of the increased cost, I have not been able to
clarify to what extent the utilities are oversized. I do feel that this issue
should be resolved before we.are requested to underground the utilities.
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Letter to: Paul A. Williams
October 1, 1976
Page 3
ALTERNATIVE
I would like to suggest an alternative to the P1 anning Commission. We
understand Hunter Cook's requirement that we curb and gutter San Luis
Rey and recognize the need to do what we can to prevent any future flood
damage. Despite the probability that we will have to remove some por-
tions of this curb and gutter in the future when we develop alone San Luis
Rey, we appreciate both Mr. Cook's and the City's concern and will in-
stall the curb and gutter in conjunction with the first phase of our develop-
ment. In return for this, we would request the Planning Commission allow
us to defer the undergrounding of the utilities along San Luis Rey until
such time as a plan for undergrounding all the utilities in our neighbor-
hood is developed and a fair basis established for paying for this work.
We recognize our obligation to participate and assure you that we will
do our fair share, if not more. As noted earlier, I feel we have done and
will do more than our fair share regarding the water and sewer system.
SUMMARY
I believe the three reasons presented in this letter; (1) the new require-
ment to curb and gutter along San Luis Rey, (2) the increase in the esti-
mated cost to underground from $25, 000 to $73, 500, and (3) the $80, 000
in flood damage to Shadow Mountain, are a reasonable basis to ask for
reconsideration on the issue of undergrounding the utilities on San Luis
Rey. Further, we do not think it is equitable or legal to ask us to pay
for more than we require or our fair share. I respectively request the
Planning Commission agree to allow us to defer the undergrounding of
the utilities on San Luis Rey in accordance with the alternative suggested.
Thank youfor your consideration of this letter.
Sincerely yours:
,� , �.�I,
Douglas nchliffe
Vice President
DMH/deh
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Southern California Edison Company
36100 Cathedral Canyon Dr.
Cathedral City, California 92234
October 1, 1976
Destination Resort Corporation
Shadow Mountain Resort & Racquet Club
45730 San Luis Rey
Palm Desert, California 92260
Attention:.. Mr. Doug Finchliffe
Gentlemen:
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ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES
oln OF. PALM AESERT,
As discussed during my telephone conversation with Mr. Skip
Behrhorst on Thursday, September 30, 1976, I am writing to you concern-
ing cost estimates to convert the existing overhead electrical lines to
underground along San Luis Rey from Shadow Lake Drive South to Pinion
Street.
Enclosed is a map marked in red showing the facilities which
would require undergrounding. These facilities involve both 4800 volts
and 12000 volt lines, and consist of approximately 1140 feet of line. The
total estimated cost to underground these existing overhead facilities
amounts to $51, 300.00 or $45. 00 per foot. This is an estimate only and
does not include any charges that may be required by General Telephone
Company or Cable T. V. Co.
This estimate is good for a period of 90 days from this date,
and is subject to change thereafter.
If you have any questions concerning this matter, please call
me at 714-328-3156.
Very truly yours,
.WU/l '
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W. R. Leonesio
Customer Service Planner
WRL:im
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IN REPLY REFER TO
October 1, 1976
Destination Resort Corp.
c/o Shadow Mtn. Resort &
Racquet Club
73850 Fairway
Palm Desert, Ca. 92260
Attn: Ted Lennon
Dear Sir:
The Telephone Company cost to relocate existing aerial facilities, located
on the east side of San Luis Rey from the entrance to Palm Desert Racquet
Club south to Ironwood Street is $20,626.00. This estimate is good only
for 60 days. After this period re -estimating will be necessary.
Work will begin on this project upon receipt of the above amount. Your
check, payable to General Telephone Company may be sent to 82-901 Bliss
Avenue, Indio, Ca. 92201, attention J. H. Riggs.
If you have any questions please contact Mr. E. Tapia at 347-5916.
Sincerely,
J. H. RIGGGGSSv 00
Service Center Supervisor
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TELEPHONE (714) 346-0611
REPORT OF PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION
DATE September 2. 1976
APPLICANT Destination Resort Corporation
10880 Wilshire Blvd.. Suite 1114
Los Angeles, CA. 90024 Attn: Doug Hinchliffe
CASE NO. 43MF
The Planning Commission of the City of Palm Desert has considered
your request and taken the following action at its meeting of
August 31, 1976
CONTINUED TO
DENIED
XXX APPROVED BY PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 174
PLACED ON THE AGENDA OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
FOR CONCURRENCE WITH THE
PLANNING COMMISSION DECISION.
PLACED ON THE AGENDA OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
FOR PUBLIC HEARING.
Any appeal of the above action may be made in writing to the
Director. of Environmental Services, City of Palm Desert, within
fifteen (15) days of the date of the decision.
PAUL A. WILLIAMS, Secretary
Palm Desert Planning Commission.
Applicant
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August 27, 1976
CITY of PALM DESERT
STAFF REPORT
To: Planning Commission
Report On: Final Construction Plans for 28-Unit Residential Condominium Project
Applicant: DESTINATION RESORT CORPORATION
Case No.: 43MF
I. REQUEST:
That the Planning Commission approve final construction plans for a 28-unit
residential condominium project located at the Shadow Mountain Resort and
Racquet Club.
II. STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
That the Planning Commission approve Resolution No. 174 authorizing
construction of the residential units.
Justification is based upon:
1. That the proposed development conforms to all legally adopted development
standards.
2. That the design and location of the proposed development and its relation-
ship to neighboring, existing, or proposed developments and traffic is
such that it will not impair the desirability of investment or occupation
in the neighborhood; and that it will not unreasonably interfere with the
use and enjoyment of neighboring, existing, or proposed development, and
that it will not create traffic hazards or congestion.
3. That the design and location of the proposed development is in keeping with
the character of the surrounding neighborhood and is not detrimental to the
harmonious, orderly, and attractive development contemplated by the Zoning
Ordinance and General Plan of the City.
4. That the design and location of the proposed development would provide a
desirable environment for its occupants, as well as for its neighbors and
that it is aesthetically of good composition, materials, textures, and
colors.
5. The proposed use does conform to all the requirements of the zone in which
it is located and all other applicable requirements.
6. The overall development of the land is designed to ensure the protection of
the public health, safety, and general welfare.
III. BACKGROUND:
A. Description: The project is a portion of Tract 5277.
B. Location: The project is an on -going phase of the Shadow Mountain Resort
and Racquet Club.
C. Number of Units: 28 condominium units
D. Type of Units: The applicant is proposing to construct 28 condominium
residential units in 4 separate 2-story buildings. The
units consist of 12 one -bedroom units with 1,000 square
feet and 16 two -bedroom units with 1,172 square feet.
Architecturally, the buildings are contemporary in design,
with flat roofs and predominantly stucco exterior and
wrought iron railing along the second story balconies.
The air conditioning condensers are located on the roof
but are screened from view by architecturally integrated
means.
E. Existing Zoning: PR-7
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Case No. 43MF
August 27, 1976
III. BACKGROUND: (continued)
F. Adjacent Zoning: PR-7
G. General Plan: The site is designated as potential low density residential
(3-5 dwelling units per acre).
H. EIR Finding: This project is exempt from the requirements of CEQA as
this is a ministerial action.
I. Previous Actions: CUP 03-73 amended by the Planning Commission on June 1,
1976. Resolution of approval is attached.
IV. DISCUSSION:
The Conditional Use Permit for the project was amended in June of 1976. The
amendment allows the developer to cluster dwelling units in 2-story buildings
around the swimming pool in the center of the project. The amendment of the
CUP provided for a number of capital improvements and changes to existing
facilities. The issue is when these improvements should occur. Utilities on
San Luis Rey should be placed underground as a part of this phase. In addition,
the installation of curb and gutter on San Luis Rey should also be required as
a part of this construction. All dwelling units must meet the minimum size re-
quirement of 1,000 square feet. The conversion of the existing tennis court
lights should be required as a part of this phase. The applicant proposes to
add a shade to the existing tennis court light fixtures to cut down on external
glare. If this proves ineffective, new fixtures will be installed. The Design
Review Board made several changes to the landscape plan which should be incor-
porated into the approved plan. (One change breaks up the carport structure
with planter areas.)
The Design Review Board declined to require improvements on San Luis Rey as a
part of this phase of construction on the grounds that it would be more appro-
priate to install those improvements with the building phase of the project ad-
jacent to the road. They also did not require that any of the perimeter fence
requirements be installed at this time. The staff recommends that the under -
grounding and curb & gutter improvements be installed at this time as this will
establish the approach theme for the project from San Luis Rey. The applicant
has been planning and re -designing this project for over three years and there
does not appear to be sufficient justification for any further delay. It is
suggested that the perimeter walls be deferred to a subsequent phase.
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PLANninG COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 171
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF PALM
DESERT, CALIFORNIA, ANNOUNCING FINDINGS AND APPROVING A PLOT
PLAN TO ALLOW THE DEVELOPMENT OF 28 RESIDENTIAL CONDOMINIUM
UNITS AT THE SHADOW MOUNTAIN RESORT AND RACQUET CLUB, GENERALLY
LOCATED SOUTH OF SHADOW LAKE DRIVE AND EAST OF SAN LUIS REY.
CASE NO. 43MF
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission of the City of Palm Desert did receive
a verified application from DESTINATION RESORT CORPORATION requesting approval
of Plot Plan No. 43MF, labeled Exhibits A-W, on property located in the PR-7
Zone, and situated east of San Luis Rey and south of Shadow Lake Drive to allow
for the development of 28 residential condominium dwelling units; the property
being more particularly described as:
a portion of Tract 5277
WHEREAS, said application is exempt from the requirements of the "City
of Palm Desert Environmental Quality Procedure Resolution Number 74-14", in
that this approval is an ministerial act; and,
WHEREAS, on August 31, 1976, the Planning Commission did consider this
request for Plot Plan Approval; and,
WHEREAS, at that time, upon receiving and considering the testimony
and arguments, if any, of all persons who desired to be heard, said Commission
did find the following facts and reasons to exist to approve the Plot Plan:
1. that the proposed development conforms to all legally adopted
development standards;
2. that the design and location of the proposed development and its
relationship to neighboring, existing, or proposed developments and traffic is
such that it will not impair the desirability of investment or occupation in
the neighborhood; and that it will not unreasonably interfere with the use and
enjoyment of neighboring, existing, or proposed development, and that it will
not create traffic hazards or congestion.
3. that the design and location of the proposed development is in keeping
with the character of the surrounding neighborhood and is not detrimental to the
harmonious, orderly, and attractive development contemplated by the Zoning Ordi-
nance and General Plan of the City;
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• Planning Commissiu,, resolution No. 174
4. that the design and location of the proposed development would
provide a desirable environment for its occupants, as well as for its neighbors
and that it is aesthetically of good composition, materials, textures, and
colors;
5. the proposed use does conform to all the requirements of the zone in
which it is located and all other applicable requirements;
6. the overall development of the land is designed to ensure the pro-
tection of the public health, safety, and general welfare.
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 approve Plot Plan No. 43MF, subject to the
completion of conditions 1-4, 6, 9-12, and 17 of Conditional Use Permit 03-73,
Planning Commission Resolution No. 151;
3) That Exhibits A2.1 and A3.1 be revised to provide for a minimum
floor area of 1,000 square feet in the one -bedroom units;
areas;
4) That the carports of Exhibit K be revised to show required planter
5) That Exhibits K and S (landscaping irrigation) be revised in con-
formance with the comments of the Design Review Board at its meeting of
August 24, 1976;
6) That the driveway entrances at Juniper shaTI be as shown on Exhibits
U, V, and W and installed as a part of this phase of the construction subject
to any revisions required by the City Engineer.
PASSED, APPROVED, and ADOPTED at a regular meeting.of the Planning
Commission of the City of Palm Desert, California, held on the 31st day of
August, 1976, by the following vote, to wit:
AYES: BERKEY, KELLY, MILLS, WILSON
NOES: VAN DE MARK
ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
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73-650 Fairway Drive
Palm Desert, California 92260
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TELEPHONE (714) 346-0611
DESIGN REVIEW BOARD ACTION REPORT
Date: August 10, 1976 _ _
REPORT ON: 28 Condominium Uni
CASE NO.: 43MF
ZONE: PR-7
LOCATION: SHADOW MOUNTAIN RESORT AND RACQUET CLUB
APPLICANT: DESTINATION RESORT CORPORATION
NATURE OF APPROVAL SOUGHT: Final Construction Plans for four buildings
containing 28 units and 55 carport spaces.
DESIGN REVIEW BOARD ACTION:
After reviewing the submitted plans and the presentations by
the staff and by the applicant, the DRB defers
this project, subject to the attached con itions.
Date of Action: August 10= 1976
Motion Made By: Paul Williams
Seconded By: Bernard Leung
Vote: Approved 4 - 0 (Williams, Leung, Minturn, Cal
Reasons for Ne ative Vote (s):
An appeal o the a ove action may be made in writing to the
City Clerk of the City of Palm Desert within fifteen (15) days
of the date of the decision.)
1. Revised floor plan with minimum of 1,000 square feet. 2. Revised
color sample board. 3. Revised tennis court lighting system. 4. Re-
vised entrance road improvements and landscaping.
STAFF COMMENTS: Next DRB meeting August 24.
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8/10/76
CASE NO. 43MF
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Defer to next meeting and require:
1. Exhibit B and C - increase minimum unit to 1,000 square feet
(proposed 980 square feet)
2. Exhibit G and H - revise elevations to reflect screening method of air
conditioning equipment on roof (deviation from original approval).
3. Include method of conversion of lighting system on existing tennis
courts per Conditional Use Permit approval.
4. Detailed plans of perimeter walls per Conditional Use Permit approval.
5. Exhibit V - Plans depicting proposed conversion of entrance road and
perimeter road systems including landscaping.
6. Exhibit V - General Note 4 - Notify applicant that undergrounding of
existing utilities along San Luis Rey will be required.
NOTES:
1. Some of the units do not meet City minimums.
2. All requirements of Conditional Use Permit approval not reflected in plans.
See attached Conditions of Approval.
RESOLUTION 110. 151
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
CASE NO. CUP 03-73
I. The development of this project shall conform substantially to all
development plans submitted in behalf of this case (Exhibit A), and
as revised according to Planning Commission action. Any minor changes
require approval by the Director of Environmental Services. Any sub-
stantial change requires approval by the Planning Commission.
2. All requirements of any law, ordinance, or regulation of the State, City,
and other applicable government entity shall be complied with as part of
the development process.
3. This approval is applicable, subject to the development of this project
commencing within one year from approval date and being promptly completed.
4. A landscaping plan (with irrigation system) shall be provided as approved
by the Design Review Board Process for installation prior to final inspec-
tion and receiving certificate of occupancy.
5. Curb, gutter, curb cuts, and tie-in paving shall be provided for by means
of installation, along San Luis Rey. Construction shall conform to City
of Palm Desert Standards.
6. Sewer hookup shall be made if mains exist within 200 feet of property.
7. A 6 foot decorative masonry wall shall be installed along the easterly and
northerly property line.
8. Heavy landscape treatment shall be installed along said wall in a manner
acceptable to the Design Review Board Process.
9. Existing tennis court lights shall be modified in a manner acceptable to
the Design Review Board Process.
10. The existing free standing sign shall be removed before any building
permits are issued.
11. The entry at Juniper Street shall be improved with the first phase of
development.
12. Utility lines along San Luis Rey shall be placed underground.
13. Proposed parking spaces along the easterly property line of the project
shall be improved.
14. The grading along the north and east property line shall match the grades
of the adjacent R-1 lots along Shadow Lake Drive.
15. All existing and proposed tennis court lighting shall be placed on
automatic timers.
16. The two most northerly buildings shall be re -designed to provide for
a single -story limitation.
17. Parking areas shall be lighted in a manner acceptable to the Design
Review Board Process.
I have read and do agree to the above listed conditions.
(Applicant Signature Date
45-275 PRICKLY PEAR LANE, PALM DESERT, CALIFORNIA 92260
TELEPHONE (714) 346-0611
DESIGN REVIEW BOARD ACTION REPORT
REPORT ON: 28 Condominium Units
CASE NO.: 43MF
LOCATION: SHADOW MOUNTAIN RESORT AND
ZONE: PR-7
CLUB
Date: August 10, 1976__ _
APPLICANT: DESTINATION RESORT CORPORATION
NATURE OF APPROVAL SOUGIIT: Final Construction Plans for four buildi
containing 38 units and 55 carport spaces.
DESIGN REVIEW BOARD ACTION:
After reviewing the submitted plans and the presentations,by
the staff and by the applicant, the DRB
this project, subject- to the attached conditions.
Date of Action:
Motion Made By:
Seconded By:
Vote:
Reasons for _ Negative Vote (s):
ape pal o� tfie- above action may be made in writing to the
City Clerk of the City of Palm Desert within fifteen (15) days
of the date of the decision.)
STAFF COMMENTS: See attached.
8/10/76
CASE NO. 43MF
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Defer to next meeting and require:
1. Exhibit B and C - increase minimum unit to 1,000 square feet
(proposed 980 square feet)
2. Exhibit G and H - revise elevations to reflect screening method of air
conditioning equipment on roof (deviation from original approval).
3. Include method of conversion of lighting system on existing tennis
courts per Conditional Use Permit approval.
4. Detailed plans of perimeter walls per Conditional Use Permit approval.
5. Exhibit V - Plans depicting proposed conversion of entrance road and
perimeter road systems including landscaping.
6. Exhibit V - General Note 4 - Notify applicant that undergrounding of
existing utilities along San Luis Rey will be required.
NOTES:
1. Some of the units do not meet City minimums.
2. All requirements of Conditional Use Permit approval not reflected in plans.
See attached Conditions of Approval.
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CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
CASE NO. CUP 03-73
1. The development of this project shall conform substantially to all
development plans submitted in behalf of this case (Exhibit A), and
as revised according to Planning Commission action. Any minor changes
require approval by the Director of Environmental Services. Any sub-
stantial change requires approval by the Planning Commission.
2. All requirements of any law, ordinance, or regulation of the State, City,
and other applicable government entity shall be complied with as part of
the development process.
3. This approval is applicable, subject to the development -of this project
commencing within one year from approval date and being promptly completed.
4. A landscaping plan (with irrigation system) shall be provided as approved
by the Design Review Board Process for installation prior to final inspec-
tion and receiving certificate of occupancy.
5. Curb, gutter, curb cuts, and tie-in paving shall be provided for by means
of installation, along San Luis Rey. Construction shall conform to City
of Palm Desert Standards.
6. Sewer hookup shall be made if mains exist within 200 feet of property.
7. A 6 foot decorative masonry wall shall be installed along the easterly and
northerly property line.
8. Heavy landscape treatment shall be installed along said wall in a manner
acceptable to the Design Review Board Process.
9. Existing tennis court lights shall be modified in a manner acceptable to
the Design Review Board Process.
10. The existing free standing sign shall be removed before any building
permits are issued.
11. The entry at Juniper Street shall be improved with. the first phase of
development.
12. Utility lines along San Luis Rey shall be placed underground.
13. Proposed parking spaces along the easterly property line of the project
shall be improved.
14. The grading along the north and east property line shall match the grades
of the adjacent R-1 lots along Shadow Lake Drive.
15. All existing and proposed tennis court lighting shall be placed on
automatic timers.
16. The two most northerly buildings shall be re -designed to provide for
a single -story limitation.
17. Parking areas shall be lighted in a manner acceptable to the Design
Review Board Process.
I have read and do agree to the above listed conditions.
App scant Signature Date
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DESIGN REVIEW BOARD ACTION REPORT
Date:- May 2 . 1976
REPORT ON: Modification of Previously Approved Project
CASE NO.: 21 MF (Amendment
ZONE: PR-7
LOCATION: Shadow Mountain Resort & Racquet Club
APPLICANT: Destination Resort Corp.
NATURE OF APPROVAL SOUGHT: Amendment to previous appeal for plot
elevations, etc.
DESIGN REVIEW BOARD ACTION:
After reviewing the submitted plans and the presentations_ by
the staff and by the applicant, the DRB approves
this project,..subject to the attached conditions.
Date of Action: May 25 1975.
Motion ,fade By: Hobbs
Seconded By: Minturn
Vote: improved 4-0 (Leung, Hobbs, Minturn Urrutia)
Reasons for Ne,ative Vote (s):
An appeal of
the above action may be made in writing to the
City Clerk of the City of Palm Desert within fifteen (15) days
of the date of the decision.)
STAFF CO?L"lENTS: To be reviewed by Planning Commission on June 1, 1976.
(SF Residential;
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
CASE # 21 MF
1. The development of this project shall conform substantially to
all development plans submitted in behalf of this case
(Exhibits A-E), and is revised according to DRB action. Any
minor changes require approval by the Director of Environmental
Services. Any substantial change requires approval by the DRB.
2. All requirements of any law, ordinance, or regulation of the
State, City, and other applicable government entity shall be
complied with as part of the development process.
3. This approval is applicable, subject to the development of this
project commencing within one year from approval date and being
promptly completed.
4. All service lines for utilities shall be placed underground.
5. No roof top air conditioning equipment shall be permitted.
6. Landscaping (with irrigation system) shall be provided, as
approved by the Director of Environmental Services for instal-
lation prior to final inspection and receiving certificate of
occupancy.
1. Elevations are approved as shown.
8. Sewer hookup shall be made if mains exist within 200' of property.