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HomeMy WebLinkAbout76MF BIDDLE DEVELOPMENT CO INCIN M Q BE Y r-. July 17, 1978 City of Palm Desert Planning Department 45-275 Prickley Pear Lane Palm Desert, Ca. 92260 Attn: Lloyd Morgan RE: Project - Sommerset, Tract 9377-1 Releasing Buildings for occupancy Dear Lloyd, RECE�Va ENvrRp I UL 1978 NrdENTaI SERVICES In my phone conversation with Gary Reynolds, Job Superintendent, he informs me that the buildings have been finaled but can't be released until the landscaping is complete. As of this moment the landscaping sprinkler system is completed thru lot 33 and all the shrubs and trees are planted, the only thing missing at this point is the ground cover. I would like to have you consider this letter as a guarantee that all landscaping, including the ground cover, will be completed within 30 days. I would appreciate you releasing, in particular, lot 17, because this has been finaled per the Building Department and, to the best of my knowledge, all other agencies. Thanking you for your cooperation in this matter. BIDDL D�OPMENT NC.' erald F. Brame Vice President, Construction GFB/tsr cc: Robert Ruff 3848 Campus Orive, Butte 118, Newport Beach, CNNornls BQBBO ("4] 540-6605 General I Iren,r Nn R?RA&14 45-275 PRICKLY PEAR LANE, PALM DESERT, CALIF ORN]A 92260 TELEPHONE (714) 346-0611 DESIGN REVIEW BOARD ACTION REPORT Date: June 22, 1978 REPORT ON: Condominium Project CASE NO.: 76MF ZONE: PR-8 LOCATION: Mountainback II (Somerset) APPLICANT: BIDDLE DEVELOPMENT CO., INC. NATURE OF APPROVAL SOUGHT: Sign Approval DESIGN REVIEW BOARD ACTION: After reviewing the submitted plans and the presentations by the staff and by the applicant, the DRB APPROVED this project, subject to the attached conditions. Date of Action Motion Made By Seconded By Vote: June 20, 1978 Cipriani Jackson 5-0 Reasons for Negative Vote (s): (An appeal of the above action may be made in writing to the City CZerk of the City of Palm Desert within fifteen (Z5) days of the date of the decision.) STAFF COMMENTS: DESIGN REVIEW BOARD CASE NO.: 76MF APPLICANT: BIDDLE DEVELOPMENT CO., INC. LOCATION: Mountainback II (Somerset) ZONING: PR-8 STAFF REC06RIENDATION : Staffis recommending approval of the sign program. DATE: June 20, 1978 off ITI�I1= =)cgomcEarfbv 45-275 PRICKLY PEAR LANE, PALM DESERT, CALIFORNIA 92260 TELEPHONE (714) 346-0611 REPORT OF PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION DATE March 17, 1978 APPLICANT BIDDLE DEVELOPMENT CO. 3848 Campus Drive Ste 116 Newport Beach, CA 92660 CASE NO.: 76MF The Planning Commission of the City of Palm Desert has considered your request and taken the following action at its meeting of March 15, 1978 CONTINUED TO DENIED XXX APPROVED BY PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 343 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 COMMISSSION cc: Applicant C.V.C.W.D. File 1\ 0 41 45-275 PRICKLY PEAR LANE, PALM DESERT, CALIFORNIA 92260 TELEPHONE (714) 346-0611 DESIGN REVIEW BOARD ACTION REPORT Date: March 10, 1978 REPORT ON: 193 unit condominium project CASE NO.: 76MF ZONE: PR-8 LOCATION: Mountainback II (Somerset: APPLICANT: BIDDLE DEVELOPMENT CO., INC. NATURE OF APPROVAL SOUGHT: Entrance Sign DESIGN REVIEW BOARD ACTION: After reviewing the submitted plans and the presentations by the staff and by the applicant, the DRB APPROVED this project, subject to the attached conditions. Date of Action: March 8. 1978 Motion Made By: Urrutia Seconded By: Minturn Vote: 4-0 Reasons for Negative 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 (Z5) days of the date of the decision.) STAFF COMMENTS: DESIGN REVIEW BOARD DATE Mar. 8, 1978 CASE NO.: 76MF APPLICANT: BIDDLE DEVELOPMENT CO., INC. LOCATION: Mountainback II (Somerset) ZONING: PR-8 STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Approve the ground monument signs. Planning Commission Resolution No. 252 Case No. 76MF June 14, 1977 CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL CASE NO. 76MF 1. The development of this project shall conform substantially to all requirements of TT 9377 and DP 03-77 and to all development plans submitted in behalf of this case (Exhibits A-G), and as revised according to the Design Review Board process. Any minor changes require approval by the Director of Environmental Services. Any substantial change requires approval by the Planning Commission. 2. All requirements of any law, ordinance, or regulation of the State, City, and any 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 and distribution lines for utilities shall be placed underground. 5. No roof top air conditioning equipment shall be permitted. 6. Elevations are approved as shown. 7. The applicant shall explore the feasibility of using solar energy to heat all swimming pools. 8. Exterior lighting plans and sign program shall be submitted for Design Review Board process approval prior to the submittal of plans for build- ing permits. All requirements of the final approval shall be made as a part of construction. 9. Construction plans shall be submitted for approval to the City Fire Marshall prior to issuance of building permits. All conditions shall be made a part of construction and no certificate of occupancy shall be issued until completed. 10. All units located within 150 feet of the property line along Highway 74 shall be limited to single story in height. 11. Final landscape drawings are not approved at this time. Said plans shall be subject to approval of the Design Review Board prior to occupancy. i AGREEMENT I accept and agree, prior to use"of this permit or approval, to comply with all the conditions set forth, and understand that the Department of Building and Safety will not issue a building permit or allow occupancy on the use permitted until this signed confirmation has been received by the Department of Environmental Services. Date) (Applicant's Signature MINUTES PALM DESERT DESIGN REVIEW BOARD MARCH 8, 1978 1. The meeting was called to order at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the Palm Desert City Hall, after an hour study session. Members present: Eric Johnson Frank Urrutia George Minturn Paul Williams Jim Hill Members absent: Phyllis Jackson Bernie Leung Staff present: Ralph Cipriani - Associate Planner Ron Knippel - Assistant Planner It was moved by Minturn, seconded by Williams, that the minutes of the meeting of February 21, 1978 be approved as written; carried 4-1 (Ayes: Johnson, Minturn, Hill, Williams - Abstain: Urrutia). 2. Case No. 51C - HMS GENERAL CORP. - Sign program for a commercial project to be located on the south side of E1 Paseo and east of Portola. Applicant not present. On a motion by Urrutia, seconded by Williams, the Board approved the sign program; carried 4-0 (Urrutia, Minturn, Johnson, Williams). 76MF )BIDDLE DEVELOPMENT CO., INC. - Entrance sign for a 193 unit nium pro ect known as Mountainback II (Somerset). Applicant present. On a motion Urrutia, seconded by Minturn, the Board approved the entrance signs s ' ct to the applicant complying with the following: a. The existing sign at the main entrance to the project be removed. b. The proposed signs be named and located as shown on the attached tech- nical site plan for the project labeled Exhibit A. c. The mosaic projection be removed from the proposed entrance signs. Carried 4-0 (Urrutia, Minturn, Johnson, Williams). 4. Case No. 58C - CHARLES GIBBS - Final construction drawings for a mini -ware- house complex to be located west of Cook St. and north of 42nd Street extended. Applicant not present. On a motion by Minturn, seconded by Urrutia, the Board approved the final con- struction drawings for the complex, subject to the applicant revising the land- scape plan as noted below: a. Provide for additional planting of oleanders adjacent to paved areas on north and west sides of project. Oleanders should not be less than 1 gal. size - preferably 5 gal. size. Tamarisk may be cuttings or 1 gal. size. b. Provide for irrigation of oleander and tamarisk with drip system or conventional bubbles. c. Provide irrigation system plus permanent seeding of 50' strip at projects Perimeter, north of tamarisk plantings and on other side of street on west. Carried 4-0 (Minturn, Urrutia, Johnson, Williams). EXHIBIT A i� la MINUTES PALM DESERT PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING WEDNESDAY - MARCH 15, 1978 1:00 PM - CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS 1. CALL TO ORDER The regularly scheduled meeting of the Palm Desert Planning Commission was called to order by Chairman Berkey at 1:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the Palm Desert City Hall. II. PLEDGE - Commissioner Kryder III. ROLL CALL Present: Commissioner KELLY Commissioner KRYDER Commissioner SNYDER Chairman BERKEY Excused Absence: Commissioner READING Others Present: Paul A. Williams - Director of Environmental Services Ralph Cipriani - Associate Planner Clyde Beebe - Director of Public Works Kathy Shorey - Planning Secretary IV. APPROVAL OF MINUTES A. MINUTES of the regular meeting of the Planning Commission of February 28, 1978. On a motion by Commissioner Snyder, seconded by Commissioner Kelly, the minutes were approved as written; carried unanimously (4-0). Mr. Williams noted that Case DP 02-78 has been appealed by adjacent property owners. V. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS - None VI. PUBLIC HEARINGS - None VII. OLD BUSINESS - None VIII. NEW BUSINESS - None IX. DESIGN REVIEW BOARD ITEMS A. Review of Cases acted on by the Design Review Board at their meeting of March 8, 1978. Mr. Cipriani reviewed the cas arding Case No. 51C he - reviewed the sign program; Case No 76MF he noted that the Design Review Board had asked that the tile osaic n top be eliminated; Case No. 95MF he noted that the revise s had not been submitted as yet, but he indicated to the Commission the proposed changes with regard to landscaping and the reversal of the floor plan; Case No. 99MF, Chairman Berkey asked where the proposed annexation stood at this time, Mr. Williams noted that it was to appear before the City Council at their March 23rd meeting. It was further noted that the applicant has submitted 16 different elevations which would allow for 80 different combinations of colors and materials. Mr. Williams then showed acolored rendering of the proposed 480 unit complex that would adjoin this phase. Minutes Palm Desert Planning Commission March 15, 1978 Page Two IX. DESIGN REVIEW BOARD ITEMS (Cont.) On a motion by Commissioner Snyder, seconded by Commissioner Kryder, the Commission approved the actions of the Design Review Board by Planning Commission Resolution No. 343; carried unanimously (4-0). X. DISCUSSION ITEMS A. Annual Cal Chapter AIP Conference in Monterey. Mr. Williams reviewed the various topics proposed for the conference. Chairman Berkey asked if both lay and professional people attended these conferences. Mr. Williams stated that various people in both lay and professional fields were members and attended the conferences. All Commissioners present noted their interest in attend- ing the conference. B. Continuing Education in Environmental Design, Planning, and Community Development sponsored by University Extension, University of California Berkeley. Mr. Williams noted that this was similar to the Planning Commis- sioners Institute held earlier this year. C. Items to be discussed with the City Council at the Joint Planning Commission - City Council meeting of March 30th Mr. Williams noted that the meeting was approved for March 30th and would be at 7:00 p.m. He then noted that Mr. Dick Smith would be presenting a slide program as the first item on the agenda, second item would be the Advanced Planning Program. Chairman Berkey asked that the procedures be discussed that apply when the Planning Commission and Staff disagree on certain matters as item three and just procedures in general as item four. Commissioner Kelly asked if the inadequacy of the schools would be discussed under Advanced Planning Studies. It was verified that this would be discussed under "Other Studies". XI. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS - None XII. COMMENTS A. City Staff Mr. Williams noted that the Director of Public Works had taken care of the landscaping problem at the corporate yard and more oleanders had been planted. Also, Moller's is going to put in more trees. B. City Attorney - Not present C. Planning Commissioners Commissioner Kryder questioned the Sign Ordinance and whether it covered a bus being used as advertising for a business. Mr. Williams noted that there was nothing in the Ordinance to cover a bus being used as a sign. Commissioner Kryder then stated that the Ordinance should be revised to cover such issues. Mr. Williams noted that the owner had indicated that the bus would eventually be done away with and that he intended to discuss the sign issue with the City Attorney soon. 1 10 MINUTES PALM DESERT DESIGN REVIEW BOARD MARCH 8, 1978 The meeting was called to order at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the Palm Desert City Hall, after an hour study session. Members present: Eric Johnson Frank Urrutia George Minturn Paul Williams Jim Hill Members absent: Phyllis Jackson Bernie Leung Staff present: Ralph Cipriani - Associate Planner Ron Knippel - Assistant Planner It was moved by Minturn, seconded by Williams, that the minutes of the meeting of February 21, 1978 be approved as written; carried 4-1 (Ayes: Johnson, Minturn, Hill, Williams - Abstain: Urrutia). 2. Case No. 51C - HMS GENERAL CORP. - Sign program for a commercial project to be located on the south side of E1 Paseo and east of Portola. Applicant not present. On a motion by Urrutia, seconded by Williams, the Board approved the sign program; carried 4-0 (Urrutia, Minturn, Johnson, Williams). 3. Case No 76MF - BIDDLE DEVELOPMENT CO., INC. - Entrance sign for a 193 unit condomi ium oject known as Mountainback II (Somerset). Applicant present. On a motion by Urrutia, seconded by Minturn, the Board approved the entrance signs subject to the applicant complying with the following: a. The existing sign at the main entrance to the project be removed. b. The proposed signs be named and located as shown on the attached tech- nical site plan for the project labeled Exhibit A. c. The mosaic projection be removed from the proposed entrance signs. Carried 4-0 (Urrutia, Minturn, Johnson, Williams). 4. Case No. 58C - CHARLES GIBBS - Final construction drawings for a mini -ware- house complex to be located west of Cook St. and north of 42nd Street extended. Applicant not present. On a motion by Minturn, seconded by Urrutia, the Board approved the final con- struction drawings for the complex, subject to the applicant revising the land- scape plan as noted below: a. Provide for additional planting of oleanders adjacent to paved areas on north and west sides of project. Oleanders should not be less than 1 gal. size - preferably 5 gal. size. Tamarisk may be cuttings or 1 gal. size. b. Provide for irrigation of oleander and tamarisk with drip system or conventional bubbles. c. Provide irrigation system plus permanent seeding of 50' strip at projects perimeter, north of tamarisk plantings and on other side of street on west. Carried 4-0 (Minturn, Urrutia, Johnson, Williams). EXHIBIT A All I 15-117*i� PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 343 A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF PALM DESERT, CALIFORNIA, ANNOUNCING FINDINGS AND APPROVING THE DESIGN REVIEW BOARD ACTIONS OF MARCH 8, 1978. WHEREAS, the Planning Commission of the City of Palm Desert, California, did review the Design Review Board actions of March 8, 1978, approving: Case No. 99MF - Request for approval of preliminary site, floor and elevations for the units, golf & tennis clubhouses, gate- house and sales office, and preliminary landscaping for a condominium project for SUNRISE CORPORATION; Case No. 95MF - Request for approval of preliminary site, floor and elevation plans for a 5 unit apartment complex for WILLIAM LOADVINE; Case No. 76MF - Request for approval of entrance signs for the Mountainback and Sommerset condominium projects for BIDDLE DEVELOP- MENT CO.; Case No. 51C - Request for approval of a sign program for a commercial complex for HMS GENERAL CORP. WHEREAS, at this time, upon considering and receiving all testimony and arguments, if any, of all interested persons desiring to be heard, said Commission did find sufficient facts and reasons to exist to approve the Design Review Board actions of March 8, 1978. 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 con- stitute the findings of the Commission in this case; 2. That it does hereby approve the actions of the Design Review Board at their meeting of March 8, 1978. PASSED, APPROVED, and ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the Palm Desert Planning Commission held on this 15th day of March, 1978, by the following vote, to wit: AYES: BERKEY, KELLY, KRYDER, SNYDER NOES: NONE ABSENT: READING ABSTAIN: NONE GEORGE BERKEY, Chairman ATTEST: PAUL A. WILLIAMS, Secretary /ks C 19 August 1977 Paul A. Williams, Director of Environmental Services City of Palm Desert 45-275 Prickly Pear Lane Palm Desert, CA 92260 RE: Tract 9377-1 Palm Desert, Calif. Dear Mr. Williams: We wish to advise you that the subject project, heretofore referred to as "Mouniainback II" has been given a new project name, "Sommerset". Please amend all necessary documents pertaining to this project from "Mountainback II" to the new name of "Sommerset", as will be all future transmittals and documents. We appreicate your cooperation, and if there are any questions please do not hesitate in contacting our office. Thank you. Sincerely, BIDDLE DEVELOPMENT, INC. Robertt 0. tr0 Ruff Vice President, Administration ROR:cl RECEIVED AUG 2 21977 ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES CITY OF PALM DESERT 3848 Campus Orivs, Suits 118, Nawport Beach, California 8288O [714] 540-5505 (,eneral Contractor s L¢ense No. 8286614 19 August 1977 ro � Paul A. Williams, Director of Environmental Services City of Palm Desert 45-275 Prickly Pear Lane Palm Desert, CA 92260 RE: Tract 9377-1 r — Palm Desert, Calif. Dear Mr. Williams: We wish to advise you that the subject project, heretofore referred to as "Mouniainback II" has been given a new project name, "Somerset". Please amend all necessary documents pertaining to this project from "Mountainback II" to the new name of "Somerset", as will be all future transmittals and documents. We appreicate your cooperation, and if there are any questions please do not hesitate in contacting our office. Thank you. Sincerely, BIDDLE DEVELOPMENT, INC. -r T, Robert 0. Ruff Vice President, Administration ROR:cl RECEIVED AUG 2 21977 - ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES CITY OF PALM DESERT � a 3846 Campus OrIve, Suits 116, Newport Beech, California 62660 (714] 540-6605 - 6eneral Conv ctor's License No. B286614 - - • tip 19 August 1977 � Paul A. Williams, Director of Environmental Services City of Palm Desert 45-275 Prickly Pear Lane Palm Desert, CA 92260 RE: Tract 9377-1 YPalm Desert, Calif. Dear Mr. Williams: We wish to advise you that the subject project, heretofore referred to as "Mouniainback II" has been given a new project name, "Sommerset". ® Please amend all necessary documents pertaining to this project from "Mountainback II" to the new name of "Sommerset", as will be all future - transmittals and documents. We appreicate your cooperation, and if there are any questions please do not hesitate in contacting our office. Thank you. Sincerely, BIDDDL/LLEjEDEVELOPMENT, INC. C Robert 0. Vice President, Administration ROR:cI RECEIVED AUG 2 21977 - - ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES - CITY Of PALM DESERT 3648 Campus Orivs, Bults 116, Newport Beech, California 62660 (714( 540-6605 General fowac o,'s License No. B286614 off mina 45-275 PRICKLY PEAR LANE, PALM DESERT, CALIFORNIA 92260 TELEPHONE (714) 346-0611 REPORT OF PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION DATE July 6, 1977 APPLICANT Biddle Development Inr - 3848 Campus Drive Suite 116) Newport Beach Ca 92660 - CASE No.: 76 MF {Final Landscaping Plan) The Planning Commission of the City of Palm Desert has considered your request and taken the following action at its meeting of July 5, 1977 CONTINUED TO DENIED XX APPROVED BY PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 262 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 COMMISSSION cc: Applicant C.V.C.W.D. -7& I-1c-- Minutes Palm Desert Planning Commission June 14, 1977 Page Eight The first case Mr. Cipriani presented to the Commission was Case No. 58SA - Sign for a Commercial Structure for ROY WILLIAM CARVER. Mr. Cipriani gave a background of the request and explained that the ORB had upheld their previous decision to approve the sign program as modified at their meeting of May 24, 1977. BERNARD LEUNG, 73-960 E1 Paseo, Architect for the project, spoke to the Commission regarding the modification of the approved sign program by reducing the length of the facia signs from 12 feet to 8 feet. There was a discussion between the Commissioners, staff, and Mr. Leung concerning the proposed reduction in the length of the facia, the original ORB approval, and conformance to the City's Sign Ordinance. It was de- cided to delete Condition No. 4 from the Conditions for this case. (Condition No. 4 reads as follows: "Each business shall be permitted one (1) four (4) square foot hanging tenant sign. Such signs may be two- sided."). CASE NO. 75MF - Preliminary Site, Floor, and Elevation Plans for a 217-Unit Condominium Project for SILVER SPUR ASSOCIATES. Mr. Cipriani explained that this was the continuing development of Ironwood Country Club and contained the same layout and design as the previous phases-. Mr. Williams informed the Commission that they would be seeing this project as a Tentative Tract at their next meeting scheduled for July 5, 1977. CASE NO. 23SA - Sign Program for Palms to Pines for ROY WILLIAM CARVER Mr. Cipriani reviewed the applicant's proposal and the Design Review Board's decision regarding this case. He also explained that the existing signs would be removed. Further, the new signs would read "Palms to Pines East" and "Palms to Pines West". Finally, the project would end up with 6 directory signs and 4 welcome signs. Mr. Williams explained that these would be map -type signs and they would not be visible from passing vehicles. CASE NO. 53C - New Elevations and Revised Site Plan for an Existing Restaurant for CARL COX Mr. Cipriani explained that this was a remodel of an existing structure formerly known as the Tortilla Flats Restaurant. There were no major changes to the structure itself, just changes to the exterior. Mr. Cipriani showed pictures of the structure to the Commissioners. Finally, he explained that a six (6) foot masonry wall would be installed at the rear of the property adjacent to Garden Square. Commissioner Reading moved that the Planning Commission approve Resolution No. 251, with the deletion of Condition No. 4 for Case No. 58SA. Commissioner Snyder seconded the motion; motion unanimously carried (5-0). CASE NO. 76MF - Preliminary and Final Site, Floor, and Elevation Plans for a 193-Unit Condominium Project for BIDDLE DEVELOPMENT COMPANY, INC. Mr. Williams explained that there was a unique situation with regards to this case which required the preparation of a separate resolution. He explained that the Design Review Board abstained from any decision on this case and referred the matter to the Planning Commission. Further, the ORB had sympathized with the applicant and felt that it would prove a hardship to require the applicant to provide for single -story units along Highway 74 at this stage of the process. Also, the Planning Commission had already ap- proved the two-story units. Minutes Palm Desert Planning Commission June 14, 1977 Page Nine Mr. Williams then stated that staff felt the Planning Commission would be' within their rights to place a single -story limitation"for the 7 units pro- posed along Highway 74 and that the draft Resolution No. 252 indicated same. At this time, Mr. Cipriani addressed the Commission and informed them that the applicant had, just prior to tonight's meeting, submitted new plans eliminating all two-story units to be located within 150 feet of Highway 74 and that the applicant had been extremely cooperative and helpful. Mr. Cipriani then gave a brief background of the project including size, loca- tion, number of units, square footage, etc. Chairman Berkey asked if the plans had been reviewed by the Design Review Board. Mr. Cipriani answered yes and that the DRB was agreeable. He then showed the color/material sample boards for all.the units. MARSHALL FANT, Executive Vice President of BIDDLE DEVELOPMENT COMPANY, spoke to the Commission regarding the feasibility of solar heating for the pools. He stated that they had previously received a report on this matter and hoped to work it out. He also stated that the easement situation had been resolved. Mr. Cipriani then informed the Commission that ORB member Eric Johnson, landscape architect, had not had an opportunity to review the landscaping plan for this project and that #3 on page 1 of Resolution No. 252 allowed for this review. Commissioner Snyder moved that the Planning Commission approve Resolution No. 252 as presented by staff. Commissioner Reading seconded the motion; motion unanimously carried (5-0). THERE WAS A BRIEF RECESS AT 8:50 P.M X. DISCUSSION ITEMS THE MEETING WAS RECONVENED AT 9:00 P.M. A. Discussion of Mandatory State Guidelines for Preparation of the Housing Element for General Plans. Mr. Williams told the Commission that this item had been presented for informational purposes and that it was the third draft of the State Housing Element Guidelines. Further, this housing element must be up- dated at least once every five years. The housing element in the adopted Palm Desert General Plan appears to be in conformance to the new guide- lines in terms of housing goals and.objectives. Chairman Berkey asked if we would have to revise our Housing Element entirely. Mr. Williams answered that if these proposed guidelines were adopted, there would be some minor revisions to our housing element. There was a brief discussion pertaining to the above between the Com- missioners and staff. Commissioner Kryder commented that staff's pre- sentation was very clear and concise. Commissioner Kelly agreed with Commissioner Kryder. MINUTES AMENDED _71=177 'ems C� �.�� o� J •• zrun: ��Q�� 45-275 PRICKLY PEAR LANE, PALM DESERT, CALIFORNIA 92260 TELEPHONE (714) 34G-0611 REPORT OF PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION DATE June 21, 1977 APPLICANT Biddle Development Company, Inc. 3848 Campus Drive, Suite 116 Newport Beach, CA. 92660 CASE No.: 76MF 76 /�-/ At:: The Planning Commission of the City of Palm Desert has considered your request and taken the following action at its meeting of June 14, 1977 ' CONTINUED TO DENIED XXXX APPROVED BY PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 252 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. cc: Applicant C.V.C.W.D. File 0 r. PAUL A. WILLIAMS, SECRETARY PALM DESERT PLANNING COMMISSSION C PLAI.....IG COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 2 A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF PALM DESERT, CALIFORNIA, ANNOUNCING FINDINGS AND APPROVING A CASE REVIEWED BY THE DESIGN REVIEW BOARD ON JUNE 7, 1977. CASE NO. 76MF WHEREAS, the Planning Commission of the City of Palm Desert, California, did review the following case previously reviewed by the Design Review Board at their meeting of June 7, 1977: Case No. 76MF - Preliminary and Final Site, Floor, and Elevation Plans for a 193-Unit Condominium Project for BIDDLE DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION; WHEREAS, the Planning Commission did review the following concerns which were forwarded to the Commission by the Design Review Board regarding the above case: 1. That the applicant explore the feasibility of solar heating for all proposed swimming pools. 2. That all units within 150 feet of the property line along Highway 74 be limited to single story. 3. That the landscaping plan not be approved at this time. Said plan shall be considered by the Design Review Board prior to issuance of any occupancy permit. WHEREAS, at this time, upon considering and receiving all testimony and arguments, if any, from all interested persons desiring to be heard, said Commission did find sufficient facts and reasons to exist to approve Case No. 76MF, subject to the incorporation of the Design Review Board's concerns into the Conditions of Ap- proval NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Planning Commission of the City of Palm Desert, California, 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 Case No. 76MF, subject to the Conditions of Approval, as attached, with the following changes: An additional condition, Condition No. 10 shall be added to read as follows: 1110. All units located within 150 feet of the property line along Highway 74 shall be limited to single story in height." A revised Condition No. 7 to read as follows: "7. The applicant shall explore the feasibility of using solar energy to heat all swimming pools." 3. That this approval does not constitute final approval of the land- scaping plan. Case No. 76MF Planning Commission Resolution No. 252 4. That this approval in no way affects the status of the approved Tract Map or Development Plan previously approved for this case. PASSED, APPROVED, and ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the Palm Desert Planning Commission, held on this 14th day of June, 1977, by the following vote, to wit: AYES: KELLY, KRYDER, READING, SNYDER, BERKEY NOES: NONE ABSENT: NONE ABSTAIN: NONE • GEORGE BERKEY, CHAIRMAN ATTEST: PAUL A. WILLIAMS, SECRETARY PALM DESERT PLANNING COMMISSION Planning Commission Resolution No. 252 Case No. 76MF June 14, 1977 CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL CASE NO. 76MF 1. The development of this project shall conform substantially to all requirements of TT 9377 and DP 03-77 and to all development plans submitted in behalf of this case (Exhibits A-G), and as revised according to the Design Review Board process. Any minor changes require approval by the Director of Environmental Services. Any substantial change requires approval by the Planning Commission. 2. All requirements of any law, ordinance, or regulation of the State, City, and any 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 and distribution lines for utilities shall be placed underground. 5. No roof top air conditioning equipment shall be permitted. 6. Elevations are approved as shown. 7. The applicant shall explore the feasibility of using solar energy to heat all swimming pools. 8. Exterior lighting plans and sign program shall be submitted for Design Review Board process approval prior to the submittal of plans for build- ing permits. All requirements of the final approval shall be made as a part of construction. 9. Construction plans shall be submitted for approval to the City Fire Marshall prior to issuance of building permits. All conditions shall be made a part of construction and no certificate of occupancy shall be issued until completed. 10. All units located within 150 feet of the property line along Highway 74 shall be limited to single story in height. 11. Final landscape drawings are not approved at this time. Said plans shall be subject to approval of the Design Review Board prior to occupancy. AGREEMENT I accept and agree, prior to use of this permit or approval, to comply with all the conditions set forth, and understand that the Department of Building and Safety will not issue a building permit or allow occupancy on the use permitted until this signed confirmation has been received by the Department of Environmental Services. Date) (Applicant's Signature 45-275 PRICKLY PEAR LANE, PALM DESERT, CALIFORNIA 92260 TELEPHONE (714) 346-0611 DESIGN REVIEW BOARD ACTION REPORT Date: June 23, 1977 REPORT ON: 193 Unit Condominium Project CASE NO.: 76MF LOCATION: Mountainback ZONE: PR-8 APPLICANT: BIDDLE DEVELOPMENT CO., INC. NATURE OF APPROVAL SOUGHT: Final Landscaping Plans DESIGN REVIEW BOARD ACTION: After reviewing the submitted plans and the presentations by the staff and by the applicant, the DRB A roved this project, subject to the attached con itions. Date of Action: Motion Made By: Seconded By: Vote: June 21, 1977 C67117 ved 5-0 Reasons for Ne ative Vote (s): An appeal o 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 COMMENTS: JUNE 7, 1977 CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL CASE NO. 76MF 1. The development of this project shall conform substantially to all require- ments of TT 9377 and DP 03-77 and to all development plans submitted in behalf of this case (Exhibits A-G), and as revised according to the Design Review Board process. Any minor changes require approval by the Director of Environmental Services. Any substantial change requires approval by the Planning Commission. 2. All requirements of any law, ordinance, or regulation of the State, City, or any 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, com- mencing within one year from approval date and being promptly completed. 4. All service and distribution lines for utilities shall be placed underground. 5. No roof top air conditioning equipment shall be permitted. 6. Elevations are approved as shown. 7. All swimming pools shall be solar heated. &. Exterior lighting plans and sign program shall be submitted for Design Review Board process approval prior to the submittal of plans for building permits. All requirements of the final approval shall be made part of construction. 9. Construction plans shall be submitted for approval to the City Fire Marshall prior to issuance of building permits. All conditions shall be made a part of construction and no certificate of occupancy shall be issued until com- pleted. AGREEMENT I accept and agree, prior to use of this permit or approval, to comply with all the conditions set forth, and understand that the Department of Building and Safety will not issue a building permit or allow occupancy on the use permitted until this signed confirmation has been received by the Department of Environmental Services. Date (Applicant's Signature DESIGN REVIEW BOARD ACTION REPORT Date: June 7, 1977 REPORT ON: 193-Unit Condominium Project CASE NO.: 76MF ZONE: PR-8 LOCATION: Mountainback. APPLICANT: BIDDLE DEVELOPMENT INC. NATURE OF APPROVAL SOUGHT: Preliminary and Final Site, Floor, & Elevation Plans DESIGN REVIEW BOARD -ACTION: After reviewing the submitted plans and the presentations by the staff and by the applicant, the DRB ABSTAINED FROM this project, subject to the attached conditions. Date of Action: Motion Made By 7, Hobbs Seconded By: Minturn Vote: 4-0 (Leung, Urrutia, Hobbs, Minturn) Reasons for Negative Vote (s): (An qppeal of the above action may be made in writing to the Ci.t4 Clerk of the City of Palm Desert within fifteen (15) days of the date of the decision.) STAFF COMMENTS: On Planning Commission Agenda of June 14, 1977 JUNE 7, 1977 CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL CASE NO. 76MF 1. The development of this project shall conform substantially to all require- ments of TT 9377 and DP 03-77 and to all development plans submitted in behalf of this case (Exhibits A-G), and as revised according to the Design Review Board process. Any minor changes require approval by the Director of Environmental Services. Any substantial change requires approval by the Planning Commission. 2. All requirements of any law, ordinance, or regulation of the State, City, or any 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, com- mencing within one year from approval date and being promptly completed. 4. All service and distribution lines for utilities shall be placed underground. 5. No roof top air conditioning equipment shall be permitted. 6. Elevations are approved as shown. 7. All swimming pools shall be solar heated. B. Exterior lighting plans and sign program shall be submitted for Design Review Board process approval prior to the submittal of plans for building permits. All requirements of the final approval shall be made part of construction. 9. Construction plans shall be submitted for approval to the City Fire Marshall prior to issuance of building permits. All conditions shall be made a part of construction and no certificate of occupancy shall be issued until com- pleted. AGREEMENT I accept and agree, prior to use of this permit or approval, to comply with all the conditions set forth, and understand that the Department of Building and Safety will not issue a building permit or allow occupancy on the use permitted until this signed confirmation has been received by the Department of Environmental Services. Date (Applicant's Signature r MINUTES PALM DESERT DESIGN REVIEW BOARD TUESDAY - JUNE 7, 1977 5:30 PM - CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS 1. The Study Session of the Design Review Board began at 4:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers in the Palm Desert City Hall. The purpose of this study session was to review the cases on the agenda. 3. 4 Members Present: Bill Hobbs, Bernie Leung, George Minturn, Frank Urrutia, Ralph Cipriani (for Paul Williams) Others Present: Sam Freed After a one -hour study session, the meeting was called to order at 5:30 p.m. It was moved by Mr. Hobbs and seconded by Mr. Minturn that the min- utes of the previous meeting of May 24, 1977 be approved as written. Motion carried 4-0 (Leung, Hobbs, Minturn, Urrutia). CASE NO. 23SA, ROY WILLIAM CARVER, APPLICANT Request for approval of a sign program for the Palm to Pines Shopping Center. Mr. Cipriani reviewed the applicant's proposal and presented the additional information the Board had requested regarding the location of existing signs. The Board determined that the welcome signs should read "Palms to Pines East" or "Palms to Pines West" depending on which side of Plaza Way the signs are located. In addition, they believed the two signs proposed for the intersec- tion of Plaza Way and El Paseo are unnecessary. Conditions #5, #6, and #7 were added to the Conditions of Approval to reflect these determinations. A motion was made by Mr. Hobbs and seconded by Mr. Minturn that the sign program be approved as modified and subject to the conditions of approval Motion carried 3-0 (Urrutia, Hobbs, Minturn), Leung abstained. CASE NO. 58SA, ROY WILLIAM CARVER, APPLICANT Request for approval of sign program for a commercial structure located in E1 Paseo Square. Mr. Cipriani informed the Board that this case had been referred back to the DRB by the Planning Commission. After the Design Review Board's first review, staff had been made aware of the fact that the applicant has approval of the sign program stemming back to September 7, 1976 and that the applicant's most recent request would only modify the approved sign program by reducing the length of the facia signs from 12 feet to 8 feet. The Planning Commission . wanted the ORB to review the case once again in light of this new information. Mr. Minturn made a motion that would have approved the applicant's original sign program and their recently requested modification. However, his motion died for the lack of a second. A motion was then made by Mr. Hobbs and seconded by Mr. Urrutia which re- affirmed the Board's previous decision and approved the sign program as modified by the Board at their May 24, 1977 meeting. Motion carried 2-1 (Yes - Hobbs and Urrutia) (No - Minturn), Leung abstained. CASE NO. 55C, AL KURI, APPLICANT Request for approval of preliminary site, floor, and elevation plans for a commercial structure to be located on the north side of E1 Paseo, west of Sage Lane. The discussion of this case centered around the actual location of the pro- posed structure on the site. Mr. Leung indicated that the proposed building as shown, encroached into the rear parking easement so that the plan would have to be revised. The Board agreed that the pitch of the tiled area on the facade would have to be decreased as it posed a potential threat by lying at the angle shown. Mr. Hill indicated that he had discussed the proposed wrought iron gates with the applicant informing the applicant that they would either r Minutes Palm Desert Design Review Board June 7, 1977 Page Two have to be removed or remain open at any and all times during which any of the offices or stores are occupied in order to meet fire and building codes. A motion was made by Mr. Hobbs and seconded by Mr. Leung that the preliminary site, floor, and elevation plans be rejected. Motion carried 4-0 (Leung, Hobbs, Urrutia, Minturn). 5. CASE NO. 74MF, DILLMAN & DILLMAN, APPLICANT Request for approval of preliminary site, floor, and elevation plans for a duplex to be located on the east side of Panorama and south of El Camino. The Board rejected this case as the design of the proposed structure is not in keeping with the character of the surrounding neighborhood and would be detrimental to the harmonious, orderly, and attractive development contemplated by the Zoning Ordinance. Furthermore, the Board believed that the design of the proposed development would not provide a desirable environment for its occupants not its neighbors nor is it aesthetically of good composition, materials, and texture. Condition #9 was deleted as Mr. Hill indicated it did not apply in the present case. A motion was made by Mr. Hobbs and seconded by Mr. Minturn to reject the pre- liminary site, floor, and elevation plans. Motion carried 4-0 (Leung, Hobbs, Urrutia, Minturn). 6. CASE NO. 53C, CARL COX, APPLICANT Request for approval of new elevations and revised site plan for an existing restaurant located south of E1 Paseo and East of Lantana. The Board had no objections to the new addition. Discussion centered around the entrance gate and valet parking station. Mr. Urrutia stated that there was a weak relationship between the main structure and the entrance gate:' He suggested the applicant devote further study to the problem. The Board indicated that the signs were not being approved. Mr. Hobbs suggested the ..:applicant might consider a reduction in the height of the gates and Mr. Leung suggested additional study with regard to the relationship between planar surfaces. A motion was made by Mr. Hobbs and seconded by Mr. Leung to approve the new elevations and site plan and to require the applicant to study the entrance gates further and present a revised plan for them at a future date. Motion carried 4-0 (Leung, Hobbs, Urrutia, Minturn). 7. CASE NO. 75MF, SILVER SPUR ASSOCIATES, APPLICANT Request for approval of preliminary site, floor, and elevation plans for a 217-unit condominium project to be located at Ironwood Country Club. The Board added a condition, Condition #11, which requires the applicant to explore the feasibility of solar heating for all swimming pools. Mr. Hobbs asked the applicant why the one proposed swimming pool which is located near a fairway coundn't be re -located to another area across the street. The ap- plicant indicated that the site Mr. Hobbs was referring to was unsuitable for a pool due to the slope. Mr. Urrutia indicated that the Design Review Board was considering the fairways as a part of the overall site plan so that ap- proval of the preliminary site plan would include approval of the fairways. y Minutes Palm Desert Planning Commission June 7, 1977 Page Three A motion was made by Mr. Minturn and seconded by Mr. Hobbs to approve the preliminary site, floor, and elevation plans including the fairways, but that the landscaping adjacent to the dwelling units would be considered on June 21, 1977. Motion carried 3-0 (Leung, Hobbs, Minturn), Urrutia abstained. CASE NO. 76MF, BIDDLE DEVELOPMENT INC., APPLICANT Request for approval of preliminary and final site, floor, and elevation plans for a 193-unit condominium project to be located west of Highway 74 adjacent to the Mountainback Development. After a lengthy discussion, the Board decided to require that all buildings within 150 feet of Highway 74 be limited to single story for aesthetic reasons. The applicant protested this condition indicating it would cause hardship in terms -of re -design at this state of the process. Upon hearing the applicant's appeal, the Board decided to abstain from the case as they believed their in- put was being requested too late in the review process to be able to enforce the requirement of single story units on Highway 74 without causing unnecessary hardship to the applicant. In addition to the single story issue, the ORB urged the applicant to explore the feasibility of solar heating for all of the swimming pools and they informed the applicant that the landscaping would be reviewed at the next ORB meeting. It was moved by Mr. Hobbs and seconded by the case and forward their comments to the Motion carried 4-0 (Leung, Hobbs, Minturn, 9. The meeting was adjourned at 7:30 p.m. RALPH CIPRIANI,' ASSOCIATE PLANNER DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES CITY OF PALM DESERT, CALIFORNIA RC/mj Mr. Minturn that the Planning Commission Urrutia). DRB abstain from for consideration. CITY PALM DESERT 46•Y']6 PHICKL.Y I -EAR _ PALM DLSERT CA Who 010I 46'0611 elr- DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES PLANNING DIVISION APR. NO. DATE REC. /00 NOT WR/TE /N mis SPACE 1 %PPLICANT (Please pr In t ) Biddle Development, Inc. _ (NAM E)---- — 3848 Campus Dr., Suite 116 714/540-5505 (Mailing address) (Telephone) Newport Beach California _ _ 92660 (City) State (Zip -Code) ;equest:( describe specific nature of approval requested) Design Review Board Approval troperty Description: A portion of government, Lot #1 in the NWk of Section 31, and a portion of the 1411 of Section 31, T.S.S., R. 6E, S.B.B. & M.. Presently approved as tentative tract map #9377. .sses— sT Parcel No. Existing Zoning 631-02-05 631-03-05 631-08-09 PR-8 631-02-06 631-08-05 631-08-10 Existing Gen. Pion Designation 631-02-07 631-08-07 631-10-06 Medium density residential voperty Ov.ner Aufhorizoi;vrc filing orhis y are property horeby give tgreumerO Absolving the City of Palm Desert of all liabilities relative to any Deed Rastrictions. I DO BY MY SIGNATURE TNI RF NT absolve esert of all liabilities regarding any dead Lions that be applicable to the property described herein. c Signayga - Date Applicants Signaturo 6 signature D to �-7 (for staff use only) ENVIRONMENTAL STATUS ❑ MINISTERIAL ACT E. A. No. ❑ CATEaoRICA EXEMPTION ❑ NEOATIVE DrCLARATION ❑ OTHER Accepted by: CASE No. -"-C- NOTE: APPLICANT MUST ALSO COMPLETE RELATED SUPPLEMENTAL APPLICATION. I Reference Case t DATE CITY Of PALM DESERT SUPPLEMENTAL APPLICATION FORM DESIGN REVIEW BOARD PROCESS Design Review of: Planned Residential (TYPE OF PROJCC7� Biddle Development, Inc.. (APPLI STAFF USE ONLY: ACTOR (Staff. D.R.B.. P.C.. or C.0 ACTION CASE NO. 3f4 C_— ICANT The Design Review Board process is the method by which the City of Palm Desert reviews detailed design and construction plans prior to the issuance of a building permit. DEPARTIAENT i OF ill"AI :CIJ- LICATIUh� rn�n.�r CO3PW,TRUt ION, Department of Environmental Services Form 1: Approved by Planning Commission on 1 leg I'IN1: SfRf.f.1- • %UII1! J:n SAN Ilk \N( IS( 'U. CAII)ORNIA 94104 April 12, 1977 TO WHOM IT MAX CONCERN Please be advised that Mr. W. Scott Biddle, " President, Biddle Development Inc., is hereby appointed our Agent for any and all transactions, except for the transfer of title thereto,in regard to our property in Palm Desert, referred to as Tentative Tract #9377. MDJ/mpm M & T INCORPORATED is M. D. Jayred Vice President