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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPP 84-38 INDUSTRIAL BUILDINGS/COOK STREET 1984 PRECISE PLAN_ , `> � TENTATIVE TRACT ZONE CHANGE_ PARCEL �`viAP cc, 4 w VARIANCE °' M7 REFER TO: -24 zr— O APPLICANT: l'/el �� ! LOW ION : 4 - rqnl,pP r r-s egg- REQUEST: kG �r S. 7Jl.9Gi✓. � �aJ S? -_ EXISTING ZONE: PREPARATION PROGRESS 0 DATE ' BY COMMENTS APPLICATION RECEIVED /,.e LEGAL PUBLICATION SENT NOTICES SENT FIELD INVESTIGATION DEPTS: NOTIFIED " BUILDING ENGINEERING FIRE POLICE RECREATION & PARKS SCHOOL DISTRICT DIVISION OF HIGHWAYS FLOOD CONTROL PRELIMINARY MEETING STAFF REPORT FINAL PLAN APPROVAL 1 ad PRECISE PLAN (6) LANDSCAPING PLAN (5) PLAN. DIRECTOR MOD. (6) HEARINGS & ACTIONS _ DATE ACTION VOTE REVIEW BOARD HEARING P.C. HEARING PUBLISHED PC. PUBLIC HEARING APPLICANT NOTIFIED C.C. PUBLIC HEARING ORDINANCE NO. RESOLUTION NO. EFFECTIVE DATE RECORDED FOR DATA- BANK ZONING MAP CORRECTED NOTICE OF DETERMINATION Negative Declaration TO: (X) Clerk of the Board of Supervisors ( ) Secretary for Resources County of Riverside 1416 Ninth St., Rm 1311 4080 Lemon Street Sacramento, C =C W IRD Riverside, CA 92502 FROM: City of Palm Desert JUN 7 1985 73-510 Fred Waring Drive Palm Desert, CA 92260 ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES CITY OF PALM DESERT SUBJECT: Filing of Notice of Determination in compliance with Section 21108 or 21152 of the public resources code. Project Title/Common Name: CRS DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION Date of Project Approval: October 16, 1984 State Clearinghouse Number (if submitted): N/A Contact Person: Steve Smith, Associate Planner Project Location: Northeast corner Cook Street and St. Charles Place. Project Description: Three (3) industrial buildings - total 38,240 square feet. This is to advise that the City of Palm Desert has made the following determinations regarding the above described project: I.The project ( ) will, (X) will not, have a significant effect on the environment. 2. An environmental impact report was prepared for this project pursuant to the provisions of CEQA. A copy of the environmental impact report may be examined at the above city hall address. X A negative declaration was prepared for this project pursuant to the provisions of CEQA. A copy of the negative declaration may be examined at the above city hall address. 3. Mitigation measures (X) were, ( ) were not, made a condition of the approval of the project. 4.A statement of overriding considerations ( ) was, (X) was not, adopted for this project. Signature Title ; ,t{l,a SEti s. Date Received for Filing Please return date-stamped,copy in the enclosed envelope. C!L-RK ai Hm CQhR::Cif' ,1�'N9'd' 73-510 FRED WARING DRIVE, PALM DESERT,CALIFORNIA 92260 TELEPHONE (619) 346-0611 NEGATIVE DECLARATION (Pursuant to Title 14, Division 6, Article 7, Section 15083, of the California Administrative Code). Case No: PP 84-38 Applicant/Project Sponsor: CRS DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION, P.O. Box 1514, Palm Desert, CA 92261. Project Description/Location: Precise plan of design to allow construction of three industrial buildings with a total of 38,240 square feet at the northeast corner of Cook Street and St. James Place. The director of environmental services, City of Palm Desert, California, has found that the described project will not have a significant effect on the environment. A copy of the initial study has been attached to document the reasons in support of this finding. Mitigation measures, if any, included in the project to avoid potentially significant effects, may also be found attached. RAMON A. DIAZ DATE Director of Environmental Services RAD/tm Y , MINUTES PALM DESERT PLANNING COMMISSION OCTOBER 16, 1984 MR. HAVER asked that on condition #13 the word on-site be stricken. Commission agreed. Mr. Haver asked for clarification regarding the installation of the curbs and gutters along the ditch on Park View Drive. Mr. Cablay replied that it was only required on the undeveloped frontage. Chairman Crites asked if anyone wished to speak in FAVOR or OPPOSITION to the project. Ms. Sara Miller, 72-440 Cholla, expressed concern regarding the sewers, flooding, and the power poles. Mr. Haver replied that at that time there were no plans for sewer hook-up. He explained that the proposed when approved will provide safe ingress and egress. Mr. Cablay indicated that with the elevation, flooding should not present a problem. Chairman Crites closed the public testimony and asked if the commission had comments. Commissioner Richards spoke against having more small shops and felt that the area should be saved for larger projects. He thought, though, that the project was attractive and said he would vote in favor of it. Commissioner Downs indicated that with the deletion of #37 he was in favor also. Mr. Diaz stated the proposed revised wording for condition #37. Chairman Crites also indicated the addition of #39 that no left-turn access into the project be granted at this time pending a traffic analysis. Action: Moved by Commissioner Richards, seconded by Commissioner Downs, to adopt the findings as presented by staff. Carried 4-0. Moved by Commissioner Richards, seconded by Commissioner Downs, to adopt Planning Commission Resolution No. 1000, approving PP 84-43, subject to conditions as amended. Carried 4-0. H. Case No. P� CRS DEVELOPMENT, Applicant Request for approval of a Negative Declaration of Environmental Impact and a precise plan of design to allow construction of three industrial buildings with a total of 38,240 square feet in the S.I., S.P. (Service Industrial with a Scenic Preservation Overlay) zone on 2.34 acres located at the northeast corner of Cook Street and St. James Place. Mr. Smith outlined the salient points of the staff report and added two conditions for Fringe-toed Lizard fees and potential mutual access of the driveway. Staff recommended approval. Chairman Crites opened the public testimony and asked the applicant to address the commission. MR. CHUCK STRAUS, CRS Development, concurred with Mr. Smith's outline and agreed to the conditions. Chairman Crites asked if anyone present wished to speak in FAVOR or OPPOSTION to the project. Hearing none, he asked for a motion. Action: Moved b Commissioner Richards seconded b Commissioner Downs to adopt the Y � Y � P findings as presented by staff. Carried 4-0. -7- MINUTES PALM DESERT PLANNING COMMISSION OCTOBER 16, 1984 Moved by Commissioner Richards, seconded by Commissioner Downs, to adopt Planning Commission Resolution No. 1001, approving PP 84-38, subject to conditions as amended. Carried 4-0. I. Case No. PP 84-42 - WILLIAM URBAN, JR., Applicant Request for approval of a Negative Declaration of Environmental Impact and a precise plan of design to allow construction of an industrial building (two story) with 16,000 square feet in the S.I., S.P. (Service Industrial with a Scenic Preservation Overlay) zone on .91 acres located at the southeast corner of Boardwalk and St. Charles Place. Mr. Smith outlined the salient points, added a condition for the Fringe-toed Lizard fee, and recommended approval. Chairman Crites opened the public testimony and asked if anyone present wished to speak in FAVOR or OPPOSITION to this project. Hearing none, Chairman Crites asked for a motion. Action: Moved by Commissioner Downs, seconded by Commissioner Wood, to adopt the findings as presented by staff. Carried 4-0. Moved by Commissioner Downs, seconded by Commissioner Wood, to adopt Planning Commission Resolution No. 1002, approving PP 84-42, subject to conditions as amended. Carried 4-0. J. Case No. ZOA 84-2 - CITY OF PALM DESERT, Applicant Request for approval of an amendment of Section 25.86.050 of the zoning ordinance pertaining to appeals of planning commission decisions. Mr. Diaz explained that the amendment would make the appealing procedure in- line with recent judicial procedures. Chairman Crites opened the public testimony and asked if anyone present wished to speak in FAVOR or OPPOSITION to this amendment. Hearing none, Chairman Crites closed the public testimony and asked for a motion. Action: Moved by Commissioner Wood, seconded by Commissioner Richards, adopting Planning Commission Resolution No. 1003, recommending to city council approval of ZOA 84-2. Carried 4-0. IX. MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS Commissioner Downs indicated that he would like a bell to notify anyone outside when a recess is over. Also, he suggested that ash trays be placed in the lobby to prevent cigarettes being scattered over the grass and sidewalk. Moved by Commissioner Downs, seconded by Commissioner Richards, that a bell be placed outside and ash trays installed. Carried 4-0. X. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS NONE XI. COMMENTS Commissioner Wood asked for and received clarification on a condition concerning the Birtcher-Dunham project. -8- f Y PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 1001 A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF PALM DESERT, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING A PRECISE PLAN OF DESIGN AND NEGATIVE DECLARATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT TO ALLOW CONSTRUCTION OF THREE INDUSTRIAL BUILDINGS LOCATED AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF ST. JAMES PLACE-AND COOK STREET. CASE N PP 84-38 WHEREAS, the Planning Commission of the City of Palm Desert, California, did on the 16th day of October, 1984, hold a duly noticed public hearing to consider the request of CRS DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION for approval of a negative declaration of environmental impact and precise plan of design to allow construction of three industrial buildings with 38,240 square feet in the S.I., S.P. (Service Industrial with a Scenic Preservation overlay) on 2.34 acres located at the northeast corner of St. James Place and Cook Street, more particularly described as: APN 632-030-002 WHEREAS, said application has complied with the requirements of the "City of Palm Desert Procedures to Implement the California Environmental Quality Act, Resolution No. 80-89", in that the director of environmental services has determined that the project will not have an adverse impact on the environment and a negative declaration of environmental impact has been prepared. WHEREAS, at said public hearing, upon hearing and considering all testimony and arguments, of all interested persons desiring to be heard, said commission did find the following facts and reasons to exist to justify the granting of said precise plan of design: 1. The design of the precise plan will not substantially depreciate property values in the vicinity. 2. The precise plan will not unreasonably interfere with the use or enjoyment of property in the vicinity by the occupants thereof for lawful purposes. 3. The :precise plan will not endanger the public peace, health, safety or general welfare. 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 approval of Precise Plan 84-38 is hereby granted for reasons subject to the attached conditions. 3. That a negative declaration of environmental impact is hereby approved. PASSED, APPROVED and ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the Palm Desert Planning Commission, held on this 16th day of October, 1984, by the following vote, to wit: AYES: DOWNS, RICHARDS, WOOD, AND CRITES NOES: NONE ABSENT: ERWOOD ABSTAIN: NONE / — BUFO 'D JT S, Chairman ATT RAMON A. DIAZ, Se retry Am -1- J PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 1001 CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL PP 84-38 Department of Environmental Services: 1. The development of the property shall conform substantially with exhibits on file with the department of environmental services, as modified by the following conditions. 2. The development of the property described herein shall be subject to the restrictions and limitations set forth herein which are in addition to all municipal ordinances and state and federal statutes now in force, or which hereafter may be in force. 3. Construction of a portion of said project shall commence within twelve months from the date of final approval unless an extension of time is granted by the planning commission; otherwise said approval shall become null, void and of no effect whatsoever. 4. Prior to issuance of a building permit for construction of any use contemplated by this approval, the applicant shall first obtain permits and/or clearance from the following agencies: Coachella Valley Water District Palm Desert Architectural Commission Riverside County Department of Health City Fire Marshal Evidence of said permit or clearance from the above agencies shall be presented to the Department of Building and Safety at the time of issuance of a building permit for the use contemplated herewith. 5. If lights are to be used, detailed exterior parking lot lighting plan in compliance with applicable standards to be submitted to the city prior to issuance of building permits, for approval; lights to be down-shining box type to minimize glare. 6. Provide 3.5 foot high decorative masonry wall, ber ming and landscaping or combination thereof, in front of parking lot areas and exposed to streets (except driveways). 7. All roof mounted mechanical equipment shall be screened from all sides with materials similar to building walls. 8. Trash provisions shall be approved by applicable trash company and city prior to issuance of building permit. 9. Payment of Fringe-Toed Lizard habitate fee of $1,755.00 (i.e. 2.34 acres at $750 per acre). 10. Should the applicant decide to relocate the north driveway with the lot to the north, the owners of each of the lots are required to formally grant to the other a mutual access easement. Department of Public Works: 11. Drainage and signalization fund fees, as required by city ordinance, shall be paid prior to building permit issuance. 12. Storm drain construction shall be contingent upon a drainage study by the private engineer that is approved by the department of public works. 13. Landscaping maintenance on St. James, Cook, and Boardwalk shall be provided by the property owner(s). -2- PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 1001 14. Complete grading plans and specifications shall be submitted, as required by ordinance, to the city engineer for checking and approval prior to issuance of any permits. 15. Size, number and location of driveways to Public Works specifications with only a maximum of three driveway approaches to be allowed to serve this property. City Fire Marshal: 16. Install a water system capable of delivering 3000 GPM fire flow from any fire hydrant for a 3 hour duration in addition to domestic supply. The computation shall be based upon a minimum of 20 psi residual operating pressure in the supply main from which the flow is measured at the time of measurement. Fire flow requirements will depend on built-in fire protection provisions of buildings. 17. Install Riverside County super fire hydrants so that no point of any building is more than 200 feet from a fire hydrant measured along approved vehicular travel ways. a. exterior surface of hydrant barrels and heads shall be painted chrome yellow, and the tops and nozzle caps shall be painted green. b. curbs shall be painted red 15 feet in either direction from each hydrant. C. hydrants shall not be located closer than 25 feet to any building. 18. Prior to issuance of a building permit, the developer shall furnish the original and three copies of the water system plan to the Fire Marshal for review. Upon approval, one copy will be sent to the building department and the original will be returned to the developer. 19. The water system plan shall be signed by a registered civil engineer and approved by the water company, with the following certification: "I certify that the design of the water system in PP 84-38 is in accordance with the requirements prescribed by the Fire Marshal." 20. Prior to delivery of combustible materials to the building site, the required water system shall be installed, operating and delivering the required flow. 21. Fire lanes will be required. 22. All buildings 12,000 square feet will require an approved fire suppression sprinkler system. 23. Additional fire protection requirements may be necessary when the applicant submits specific plans for consideration and approval. -3- City of Palm Desert Department of Environmental Services Staff Report . TO: Planning Commission DATE: October 16, 1984 CASE NO: PP 84-38 REQUEST: Approval of a Negative Declaration of Environmental Impact and a precise plan of design to allow construction of three industrial buildings with a total of 38,240 square feet in the S.I., S.P. (Service Industrial with a Scenic Preservation Overlay) zone on 2.34 acres located at the northeast corner of Cook Street and St. James Place. APPLICANT: C.R.S. DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION P.O. Box 1514 Palm Desert, CA 92261 ARCHITECT: ROBERT RITCHEY 45-120 San Pablo Palm Desert, CA 92260 I. BACKGROUND: A. DESCRIPTION OF SITE: The property is located in the industrial park immediately south of Hovley Lane and east of Cook Street. The property is vacant. B. ADJACENT ZONING AND LAND USE: North: S.I., S.P./Vacant South: S.I./Vacant East: S.I., S.P./Vacant West: S.I., S.P./Cable TV C. GENERAL PLAN LAND USE DESIGNATION: Service Industrial. II. PROJECT DESCRIPTION: A. GENERAL: Building 'A' located adjacent to Boardwalk is a two story building (25 feet) with industrial shop space on the first floor and offices on the second floor. Building 'B' is a single story (18 feet) building located at the southwest corner of the site and proivdes a sales area as well as shop. Building 'C' is a single story ( 18 feet) building industrial storage facility. B. SITE DESIGN, PARKING, AND ACCESS: The site is served by two access driveways from Boardwalk. Twenty-four foot driveways provide access to all the parking spaces (28 feet wide in some areas). The perimeter of the site will be extensively landscaped which will add to the attractiveness of the project. The 83 parking spaces provided are more than sufficient to conform to the code requirement of two spaces per 1000 square feet of building area. PP 84-38 Continued The applicant has indicated that the site plan may be revised to share the northerly driveway access (12 feet on each side) with the lot to the north. A revision of this type would be advantageous to the property owners and of no detriment to the city. If the applicant decides to make that revision then each of the two property owners would be required to grant an access easement to each other. C. ARCHITECTURE: The two story buildings (25 feet high) are conventional in style with tile roofs and office/store front entrances. Along the rear of the buiding will be overhead doors. D. ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW: Upon approval by the planning commission, the applicant will have to make any required changes prior to application to the architectural commission. III. ANALYSIS: A. FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL OF PRECISE PLAN: 1. The design of the precise plan will not substantially depreciate property values in the vicinity. Justification: The design of the use is attractive and will be compatible with other industrial uses existing in the vicinity. 2. The precise plan will not unreasonably interfere with the use of or enjoyment of property in the vicinity of the occupants thereof for lawful purposes. Justification: The surrounding land in the vicinity is zoned for the same type of use as proposed and owners would not be deprived the use of their land. 3. The precise plan will not endanger the public peace, health, safety, or general welfare. Justification: The precise plan complies with all code requirements and will not be detrimental to the public peace, health, safety, or general welfare. Staff feels the findings for approval can be justified for this precise plan. B. ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW: The director of environmental services has determined that the proposed project will not have an adverse on the environment and a Negative Declaration of Environmental Impact has been prepared. IV. RECOMMENDATION: Staff feels with minor modifications the proposed project would be acceptable and recommends: A. Adoption of the findings. B. Adoption of Planning Commission Resolution No. , approving PP 84-38, subject to conditions. -2- PP 84-38 Continued V. ATTACHMENTS: A. Draft Resolution B. Legal Notice C. Draft Negative Declaration and Initial Study D. Comments from City Departments and Other Agencies E. Plans and Exhibits Prepared by Reviewed and Approved by Am -3- PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF PALM DESERT, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING A PRECISE PLAN OF DESIGN AND NEGATIVE DECLARATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT TO ALLOW CONSTRUCTION OF THREE INDUSTRIAL BUILDINGS LOCATED AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF ST. JAMES PLACE AND COOK STREET. CASE NO. PP 84-38 WHEREAS, the Planning Commission of the City of Palm Desert, California, did on the 16th day of October, 1984, hold a duly noticed public hearing to consider the request of CRS DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION for approval of a negative declaration of environmental impact and precise plan of design to allow construction of three industrial buildings with 38,240 square feet in the S.I., S.P. (Service Industrial with a Scenic Preservation overlay) on 2.34 acres located at the northeast corner of St. James Place and Cook Street, more particularly described as: APN 632-030-002 WHEREAS, said application has complied with the requirements of the "City of Palm Desert Procedures to Implement the California Environmental Quality Act, Resolution No. 80-89", in that the director of environmental services has determined that the project will not have an adverse impact on the environment and a negative declaration of environmental impact has been prepared. WHEREAS, at said public hearing, upon hearing and considering all testimony and arguments, of all interested persons desiring to be heard, said commission did find the following facts and reasons to exist to justify the granting of said precise plan of design: 1. The design of the precise plan will not substantially depreciate property values in the vicinity. 2. The precise plan will not unreasonably interfere with the use or enjoyment of property in the vicinity by the occupants thereof for lawful purposes.. 3. The precise plan will not endanger the public peace, health, safety or general welfare. 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. 1. 2. That approval of Precise Plan 84-38 is hereby granted for reasons subject to the attached conditions. 3. That a negative declaration of environmental impact is hereby approved. PASSED, APPROVED and ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the Palm Desert Planning Commission, held on this 16th day of October, 1984, by the following vote, to wit: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: ABSTAIN: BUFORD CRITES, Chairman ATTEST: RAMON A. DIAZ, Secretary AM -1- PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL PP 84-38 Department of Environmental Services: 1. The development of the property shall conform substantially with exhibits on file with the department of environmental services, as modified by the following conditions. 2. The development of the property described herein shall be subject to the restrictions and limitations set forth herein which are in addition to all municipal ordinances and state and federal statutes now in force, or which hereafter may be in force. 3. Construction of a portion of said project shall commence within twelve months from the date of final approval unless an extension of time is granted by the planning commission; otherwise said approval shall become null, void and of no effect whatsoever. 4. Prior to issuance of a building permit for construction of any use contemplated by this approval, the applicant shall first obtain permits and/or clearance from the following agencies: Coachella Valley Water District Palm Desert Architectural Commission Riverside County Department of Health City Fire Marshal Evidence of said permit or clearance from the above agencies shall be presented to the Department of Building and Safety at the time of issuance of a building permit for the use contemplated herewith. 5. If lights are to be used, detailed exterior parking lot lighting plan in compliance with applicable standards to be submitted to the city prior to issuance of building permits, for approval; lights to be down-shining box type to minimize glare. 6. Provide 3.5 foot high decorative masonry wall, berming and landscaping or combination thereof, in front of parking lot areas and exposed to streets (except driveways). 7. All roof mounted mechanical equipment shall be screened from all sides with materials similar to building walls. 8. Trash provisions shall be approved by applicable trash company and city prior to issuance of building permit. Department of Public Works: 9. Drainage and signalization fund fees, as required by city ordinance, shall be paid prior to building permit issuance. 10. Storm drain construction shall be contingent upon a drainage study by the private engineer that is approved by the department of public works. 11. Landscaping maintenance on St. James, Cook, and Boardwalk shall be provided by the property owner(s). 12. Complete grading plans and specifications shall be submitted, as required by ordinance, to the city engineer for checking and approval prior to issuance of any permits. 13. Size, number and location of driveways to Public Works specifications with only a maximum of three driveway approaches to be allowed to serve this property. ' -2- PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. City Fire Marshal 14. Install a water system capable of delivering 3000 GPM fire flow from any fire hydrant for a 3 hour duration in addition to domestic supply. The computation shall be based upon a minimum of 20 psi residual operating pressure in the supply main from which the flow is measured at the time of measurement. Fire flow requirements will depend on built-in fire protection provisions of buildings. 15. Install Riverside County super fire hydrants so that no point of any building is more than 200 feet from a fire hydrant measured along approved vehicular travel ways. a. exterior surface of hydrant barrels and heads shall be painted chrome yellow, and the tops and nozzle caps shall be painted green. b. curbs shall be painted red 15 feet in either direction from each hydrant. C. hydrants shall not be located closer than 25 feet to any building. 16. Prior to issuance of a building permit, the developer shall furnish the original and three copies of the water system plan to the Fire Marshal for review. Upon approval, one copy will be sent to the building department and the original will be returned to the developer. 17. The water system plan shall be signed by a registered civil engineer and approved by the water company, with the following certification: "I certify that the design of the water system in PP 84-38 is in accordance with the requirements prescribed by the Fire Marshal." 18. Prior to delivery of combustible materials to the building site, the required water system shall be installed, operating and delivering the required flow. 19. Fire lanes will be required. 20. All buildings 12,000 square feet will require an approved fire suppression sprinkler system. 21. Additional fire protection requirements may be necessary when the applicant submits specific plans for consideration and approval. -3- i 1 I' 73-510 FRED WARING DRIVE, PALM DESERT, CALIFORNIA 92260 TELEPHONE (619) 346-0611 September 27, 1984 CITY OF PALM DESERT LEGAL NOTICE Case No. PP 84-38 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a Public Hearing will be held before the Palm Desert Planning Commission to consider a request by C.R.S. DEVELOPMENT CORP. for approval of a Negative Declaration of Environmental Impact and a precise plan of design to allow construction of three buildings totaling 38,240 square feet in the S.I., S.P. zone located at the northeast corner of St. James Place and Cook Street, more particularly described as: APN 619-830-002 --- RUNNING SPRING DRIVE IIMRSELLINO P.R.-5, S.P. EN�00 A 04 Lwlr PR.-5 j- - o ,14-78':'-�� i '.1L SUBJECT PROPERTY S.I. , .P. 'P uLm,z S.I. • 'a AVE. n. [ COUNTY OF RIVERSIDE • 1 T € S.I. a onivi i COUNTY OF RIVERSIDE • SAID Public Hearing will be held on Tuesday, October 16, 1984, at 2:00 P.M., at the Palm Desert Civic Center Council Chamber, 73-510 Fred Waring Drive, Palm Desert, California, at which time and place all interested persons are invited to attend and be heard. RAMON A. DIAZ, Secretary Palm Desert Planning Commission PUBLISH: Desert Post October 5, 1984 1. c :ff IF80 Trsm 73-510 FRED WARING DRIVE, PALM DESERT, CALIFORNIA 92260 __T TELEPHONE (619) 346-0611 NEGATIVE DECLARATION (Pursuant to Title 14, Division 6, Article 7, Section 15083, of the California Administrative Code). Case No: PP 84-38 Applicant/Project Sponsor: CRS DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION, P.O. Box 1514, Palm Desert, CA 92261. Project Description/Location: Precise. plan: of design to allow ..construction of three industrial buildings with a total of 38,240 square feet at the northeast corner of Cook Street and St. James Place. The director of environmental services, City of Palm Desert, California, has found that the described project will not have a significant effect on the environment. A copy of the initial study has been attached to document the reasons in support of this finding. Mitigation measures, if any, included in the project to avoid potentially significant effects, may also be found attached. RAMON A. DIAZ DATE Director of Environmental Services RAD/tm i •i � I n CASE NO- PPRy_38 l' ENVIIIONPdENTAL SERVICES DEPT. INITIAL STUDY ENVIRONMENTAL EVALUATION CHECKLIST NOTE: The availability of data necessary to address the topics listed below shall form the basis of a decision as to whether the application is considered complete for purposes of environmental assessment. ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS (Explanations of all "-yes" and "maybe" answers, possible mitigation measures and comments are provided on attached sheets). Yes Maybe No 1 .. Earth. Will the proposal result in: a. Unstable earth conditions or in changes in _ _ v geologic substructures? b. Disruptions, displacements, compaction, or overcovering of the soil? c. Change in topography or ground surface relief features? d. The destruction, covering, or modification / of any unique geologic or physical features? e. Any increase in wind or water erosion of / soils, either on or off the site? 2. Air. Will the proposal result in: a. Air emissions or deterioration of ambient air quality? _ b. The creation of objectionable odors? c. Alteration of air movement, moisture, or temperature, or any change in climate, / either locally or regionally? �i 2, Yes Maybe No 3. Water. Will .the proposal result in: a. Changes in currents, 'or the course or `- direction of water movements? b. Changes in absorption rates, drainage patterns, or the rate and amount of v surface water runoff? c. Alterations to the course or flow of flood waters? d. Alteration of.the direction or rate of / flow of ground waters? U e. Change in the quantity of ground waters, either through direct�additi6ns or with- drawals., or through inter4eption of an V aquifer by cuts or excavations? — — — f. Reduction in the amount of water other- wise available for public water supplies? — — 4. Plant Life-. Will the proposal result in: a. Change in the diversity of species, or numbers of any species of plants (including trees, shrubs, grass , and crops)? b. Reduction of the numbers of any unique, rare, or endangered species of plants? c. Introduction of new species of plants into an area, or in a barrier to the normal / replenishment of existing species? S. Animal. Life. Will the proposal 'result in: a. Changes in the diversity of species, or numbers of any species of animals (birds , land animals including reptiles, or insects)? b. Reduction of the numbers of any unique, rare, or endangered species of animals? — — — c. Introduction of new species of animals into an area, or result in a barrier. to the migration or movement of animals? — — d. Deterioration to existing wildlife habitat? ✓ 1 3. Yes Mabe Na 6. Natural Resources. Will the proposal result in: a. Increase in .•the rate of use of any natural — resources? r b. Depletion ofeany non-renewable natural — resource? 7. Energy. Will the proposal result in: a. Use of substantial amounts of fuel or energy? — ✓ b. Demand upon existing sources of energy, or re- quire the.deselopment of new sources of energy? 8. .Risk of Upset:ti'Does. the proposal involve a risk of an -explosion or the release of ' hazardous substances' (includjng, but not limited to, pesticides, -oil , chemicals, or radiation) in / the event of an 'accident or upset conditions? V Ic — — — 9. Economic Loss. Will the proposal result in: A a. A change in the valve of property and - improvements endangered by flooding? t• — b. A change in the value of property and impro•+erientsrexposed to geologic hazards / beyond accepted community risk standards? _ _ �/ 10. Noise. Will the proposal increase existing noise levels toethe point at which accepted community noise and vibration levels are exceeded? A V a — — 11. Land Use. Willethe proposal result in the a tTer�on of the present developed or planned land use of an area? — — - 12. Open Space. Will the proposal lead to a decrease in the :amount of designated open — - space? 13. Population. Will the proposal result in: a. Alteration ot` the location, distribution, density, or growth rate of the human population of- the City? _ V b. Change in the population distribution by age, income, c-eligion, racial , or ethnic / group, occupational class , household type? 4. Yes Maybe No 14. Emoloyment. Will the proposal result in additiona-T new long-tern jobs provided, or a change in the number and per cent employed, unemployed, and underemployed? 15. Housing. Will the proposal result in: a. Change in number and per cent of housing units by type (price or rent range, zoning category, owner-occupied and rental , etc. ) relative to demand or to number of — — families in various income classes in the City? b. Impacts on existing housing or creation of a demand for additional housing? 16. Trans ortation/Circulate . Will the proposal result in a. Generation of. additional vehicular movement? b. Effects on existing parking facilities, or v demand for new parking? _ _ _ c. Impact upon existing transportation systems? _ _ d. Alterations to present patterns of circulation or movement of people and/or goods? e. Increase in traffic hazards to motor vehicles, / bicyclists, or pedestrians? 17. Public Services. Will the proposal have an effect upon, or result in a need for, new or altered governmental services in any of the following areas: / a. Fire protection? _ _ _✓ 'b. Police protection? _ _ c. Schools? _ d. Parks or other recreational facilities? _ ✓ e. Maintenance of public facilities, including J roads? _ f. Other governmental services? _ _ 5. Yes Maybe No 18. Public Fiscal Balance. Will the proposal result in a net change in government fiscal flow (revenues less operating expenditures and annualized capital expenditures)? 19. Utilities. Will the proposal result in a need for new systems, or alterations to the following utilities: a.- Power or- natural gas? b. Communications system? — c. Water? _ — d. Sewer or septic tanks? e. Storm water drainage? f. Solid waste and dispgAll? 20. - Human Health. Will the proposal result in: a. The creation of any health hazard or potential health hazard? V b. A change in the level of community health care provided? 21. Social Services. Will the proposal result in an increased denand for provision of general / social services? v 22. Aesthetics. Will the proposal result in: a. Obstruction of any scenic vista or view open to the public? b. The creation of an aesthetically offensive site open to public view? c. Lesseningg of the overall neighborhood (or area) attractiveness, pleasantness , and uniqueness? 23. Light and Glare. Will the proposal produce new light or glare? 24. Archeolon an ical/Historical . Will the proposal ri t i iIteration of a significant archeological or historical site, structure, object, or building? i R 6. Yes MLbe No 25. Mandatory Findings of Significance. . a. Does the project have the potential to degrade the quality of the environment or to curtail the diversity in the environment? - _ _ _ b. Does the project have the potential to achieve short-term, to the disadvantage of long-term, environmental .goals? (A short-term impact on the environment is one which occurs in a relatively brief, definitive period of time while long-term impacts will endure well into J the future. ) — c. Does the project have impacts which are indi- vidually limited, but cumulatively considerable? (A project may impact on two or more separate resources where the impact on each resource is relatively small , but where the effect of the total of those impacts on the environment is significant. ) d. Does the project have environmental effects which will cause substantial adverse effects / on human beings , either directly or indirectly? Initial Study Prepared By: /� INITIAL STUDY CASE NO. PP 84-38 Explanation and Mitigation for Identified Impacts 5. ANIMAL LIFE: Project will destroy habitat of the Coachella Valley Fringed-Toed Lizard, an endangered species. Applicant will contribute $750 per acre developed for a total of $1,755 to the City of Palm Desert for the eventual purchase of land in the proposed desert reserve critical habitat north of interstate 10. This mitigation method has been accepted by the State Department of Fish and Game. RIVERSIDE COUNTY of CALIF FIRE DEPARTMENT f - = IN COOPERATION WITH THE C UNTY CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF FORESTRY °w RIVERSI ... ... .? Q DA V ID L.FLAKE �FA T OF FIRE CHIEF 210 WEST SAN JACINTO AVENUE September 18, 1984 PERRIS,CALIFORNIA 92370 TELEPHONE:(714)657.3183 Ramon Diaz RANCHO MIRAGE FIRE STATION City of Palm Desert " 70-800 HIGHWAY III 73-510 Fred Waring Drive RANCHO MIRAGE, CA 92270 Palm Desert, CA 92260 Reference: No PP 84-38, Applicant: C.R.S. Development Corp. Dear Mr. Diaz, The following fire protection requirements are in accordance with the Uniform Fire Code and Life Safety Code standards . 1 . Install a water system capable of delivering 3000 GPM fire flow from any fire hydrant for a 3 hour duration in addition to domestic supply. The computation shall be based upon a minimum of 20 psi residual operating pressure in the supply main from which the flow is measured at the time of measurement. Fire flow requirements will depend on built-in fire protection provisions of buildings. 2. Install Riverside County super fire hydrants so that no point of any building is more than 200 feet from a fire hydrant measured. along approved vehicular travel ways. a. exterior. surface of hydrant barrels and heads shall be painted chrome yellow, and the tops and nozzle caps shall be painted green. b. curbs shall be painted red 15 feet in either direction from each hydrant. c. hydrants shall not be located closer than 25 feet to any building. 4. Prior to issuance of a building permit, the developer shall furnish the original and three copies of the water system plan to the Fire Marshal for review. Upon approval , one copy will be sent to the Building Department, and the original will be returned to the developer. 5. The water system plan shall be signed by a registered civil engineer and approved by the water company, with the following certification: "I certify that the design of the water system in PP 84-38 is in accordance with the requirements prescribed by the Fire Marshal ." 6. Prior to delivery of combustible materials to the building site, the required water system shall be installed, operating and delivering the required flow. 7. Fire lanes will be required. 8. All buildings over 12,000 feet w l require an approved automatic fire sprinkler syster 9 . Additional fire protection requirements may be necessary when the applicant submits specific plans for consideration and approval . Very truly yours, GLEN J. NEWMAN Acting Fire Chief dpm By, MIKE MCCONNELL cc: Jim Zimmerman Fire Marshal CVWD S i r ! -VELOPMENT REQUIREMENTS FOR Z �3 gj qDrainage and signalization fund fees, as required by City ordinance, shall be paid prior to IFFFF (building permit issuance) . Drainage facilities shall be provided, per Ordinance No. 218 and the Master Drain- age Plan, to the specifications of the Director of Public Works. Da Storm drain construction shall be contingent upon a drainage study by the private engineer that iiapproved by the Department of Public Works. Full public improvements, including traffic safety lighting, as required by ordin- ance and the Director of Public Works, shall be installed in accordance with City standards. Improvement plans for water and sewer systems shall be approved by the respective service districts with "as-built" plans submitted to the Department of Public Works prior to the project final . Complete improvement plans .and specifications shall be submitted, as required by ordinance, to the City Engineer for checking and approval before construction of any improvements is commenced. The engineer shall submit "as-built" plans prior to .the acceptance of the improvements by the City. All private streets shall be inspected by the engineering department and a stan- dard inspection fee shall be paid prior. to (recordation of the final map)(any per- mit issuance) . )!::- Landscaping maintenance on � "✓ S �QJG t shall be provided by the (home- owner' s association) (property owner')) . Existing utilities on shall be undergrounded per each respec- tive utility district' s recommen ation. Traffic safety striping on shall be provided to the specifications of the Director of Public Works. A ,traffic control plan must be submitted to and approved by the Director of Public Works before placing pavement markings. Complete grading plans and specifications shall be submitted, as required by ordi- nance, to the City Engineer for checking and approval prior to issuance of any per- mits. Dedication of feet of right-of-way on shall be done prior to issuance .of any permits and approval of plans. Installation of curb and gutter, matching paving and sidewalk on Waiver of access to except at approved locations shall be grant- ed on the final map. Close unused driveway with full heighth curb and gutter. Offsite improvement plans to .be approved by Public Works Department and a surety posted to guarantee the required offsite improvements prior to (recordation of the final map) . Full improvement of interior streets based on (60' residential ) (private)(industrial ) street standards asestablished in accordance with Chapter 26, Section 26.40. 040, C.P.D. Code. Installation of one-half landscaped median in or cash payment for one-half the cost of landscaped median at the option of t e hector of Public Works. Traffic analysis to be prepared for the project to address the specific impacts on existing networks (streets and intersections) and the proposed mitigation measures recommended for approval by the City. Installation of sewers to serve this project. Y Size, number and location of driveways to Public Works specifications with only 3 driveway approach(es) to be allowed to serve this property. No (new) requirements. (Original conditions apply. ) 1. l CASE NO. �PRy-38 $NVIRON':IENTAL SERVICES DEPT. INITIAL STUDY ENVIRONMENTAL EVALUATION CHECKLIST NOTE: The availability of data necessary to address the topics listed below shall form the basis of a decision as to whether the application is considered complete for purposes of environmental assessment. ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS (Explanations of all "yes" and "maybe" answers, possible mitigation measures and comments are provided on attached sheets) . Yes Maybe No 1 . Earth. Will the proposal result in: a. Unstable earth conditions or in changes in geologic substructures? — _ — b. Disruptions, displacements , compaction, or (� overcovering of the soil? c. Change in topography or ground surface relief features? d. The destruction, covering; or modification / of any unique geologic or physical features? _ _ V/ e. Any increase in wind or water erosion of / soils, either on or off the site? _ _ V 2. Air. Will the proposal result in: a. Air emissions or deterioration of ambient air quality? b. The creation of objectionable odors? ✓ c. Alteration of air movement, moisture, or temperature, or any change in climate, / either locally or regionally? V/ 2, Yes Maybe No 3. Water. Will the proposal result in: 4_. lhanges in currents, `or the course or / S '• direction of water' movements? _ b. Changes in absorption rates, drainage patterns, or the rate and amount of surface water runoff? f� . c. Alterations to the course or flow of / flood waters? V d. Alteration of.the direction or rate of flow of ground waters? e. Change in the quantity of ground waters, I either through direct4additi6ns or with- drawals, or through interr,eption of an . aquifer by cuts or excavations? f. Reduction in the amount of water other- wise available for public water supplies? V 4. Plant Life. Will the proposal result in: a. Change in the diversity of species, or .numbers of any species of plants (including trees, shrubs, grass, and / crops)? b. Reduction of the numbers of any unique, rare, or endangered species of plants? V c. Introduction of new species of plants into an area, or in a barrier to the normal replenishment of existing species? J 5. Animal. Life. Will the proposal result in: a. Changes in the diversity of species, or numbers of any species ,of animals (birds , land animals including reptiles, or insects)? V b. Reduction of the numbers of any unique, rare, or endangered species of animals? c. Introduction of new species of animals into an area, or result in a barrier to the migration or movement of animals? d. Deterioration to existing wildlife habitat? 3. Yes No 6. Natural Resources. Will the proposal result in: a. Increase in .the rate of use of any natural resources? - r b. Depletion ofeany non-renewable natural resource? / 7. Energy. Will the proposal result in: a. Use of substantial amounts of fuel or energy? b. Demand upon existing sources of energy, or re- quire the"development of new sources of / energy? v 8. Risk of Upset:tiDoes the proposal involve a risk of an -explosion or' the release of hazardous substances (including, but not limited to, pesticides, "oil , chemicals, or radiation) in the event of an Ic'accident or upset conditions? V 9. Economic Loss. Will the proposal result in: a. A change in the value of property and improvements t'endangered by flooding? — — b. A change in the value of property and improvementsrexposed to geologic hazards — — beyond accepted community risk standards? — 10. Noise. Will the proposal increase existing noise levels toethe point at which accepted community noise and vibration levels are � / exceeded? i V 11. Land Use. Willethe proposal result in the a t�l eration of the present developed or planned land use of an area? — — _ '/ 12. Open -Space. Will the proposal lead to a ecrease in theramount of designated open space? — — 13. Population. Will the proposal result in: a. Alterat•ien ol` the location, distribution, - density, or growth rate of the human Population of- the City? b. Change in the population distribution by age, income,:2religion, racial , or ethnic group, occupational class , household type? 4. Yes Maybe No 14. Employment. Will the proposal result in additiona-T new long-term jobs provided, *or a change in the number and per cent employed, — unemployed, and underemployed? 15. Housing. Will the proposal result in: a. Change in number and per cent of housing units by type (price or rent range, zoning category, owner-occupied and rental , etc. ) relative to demand or to number of — families in various income classes in the City? b. Impacts on existing housing or creation of a — demand for additional housing? 16. Transportation/Circulation. Will the proposal result tn: r. a. Generation of. additional vehicular movement? ✓ b. Effects on existing parking facilities, or demand for new parking? _ V c. Impact upon existing transportation systems? _ _ L/ d. Alterations to present patterns of circulation - -or movement of people and/or goods? e. Increase in traffic hazards to motor vehicles, / bicyclists, or pedestrians? J 17. Public Services. Will the proposal have an effect upon, or resu t in a need for, new or altered governmental services in any of the following areas: / a. Fire protection? •b. Police protection? _ _ _J c. Schools? d. Parks or other recreational facilities? e. Maintenance of public facilities, including J roads? f. Other governmental services? �/ 5. Yes Maybe No 18. Public Fiscal Balance. Will the proposal result in T net change in government fiscal flow (revenues less operating expenditures and annualized capital expenditures)? >✓ 19. Utilities. Will the proposal result in a need for new systems, or alterations to the following utilities: - ----- - a:- Power or- natural gas? — — b. Communications system? c. Water? — — —L/. d. Sewer or septic tanks? e. Storm water drainage? J f. Solid waste and dispoal? 20. Human Health. Will the proposal result in: a. The creation of any health hazard or potential health hazard? — — b. A change in the level of community health care provided? — — 21. Social Services. Will the proposal result in _ an increased demand for provision of general / social services? t 22. Aesthetics. Will the proposal result in: a. Obstruction of any scenic vista or view ✓ open to the public? b. The creation of an aesthetically offensive site open to public view? — c. Lessenin of the overall neighborhood (or area? attractiveness, pleasantness, and uniqueness? 23. Li ht and Glare. Will the proposal produce ne:v ig t or glare? 24. Arch�eolo_�ica1/Historical . Will the proposal �L result to an a te—T ratio of a significant archeological or historical site, structure, object, or building? v f , 6. Yes MLte No 25. Mandatory Findings of Significance. a. Does the project have the potential to degrade the quality of the environment or to curtail the diversity in the environment? b. Does the project have the potential to achieve short-term, to the disadvantage of long-term, environmental .goals? (A short-term impact on the environment is one which occurs in a relatively brief, definitive period of time while long-term impacts will endure well into the future. ) c. Does the project have impacts which are indi- vidually limited, but cumulatively considerable? _ (A project may impact on two or more separate resources where the impact on each resource is relatively small , but where the effect of the total of those impacts on the environment - — is significant. ) d. Does the project have environmental effects which will cause substantial adverse effects on human beings , either directly or indirectly? Initial Study Prepared By: RIVERSIDECOiJNTY 1.1 J FIRE DEPARTMENT IN COOPERATION WITH THE C LINTY ' �� ��IN C�SFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF FORESTRY 'RIVERSID y..�.,.i; DAVID L.FLAKE r of to�� FIRE CHIEF 210 WEST SAN 7ACINTO AVENUE PERRIS,CALIFORNIA 92370 �`�o�o�4Q September 18, 1984 TELEPHONE:(714)6573183 Ramon Diaz k�r> RANCHO MIRAGE FIRE STATION City of Palm Desert 70-80O HIGHWAY ill 73-510 Fred Waring Drive RANCHO MIRAGE, CA 92270 Palm Desert, CA 92260 Reference: No PP 84-38, Applicant: C.R.S. Development Corp. Dear Mr. Diaz, The following fire protection requirements are in accordance with the Uniform Fire Code and Life Safety Code standards . 1 . Install a water system capable of delivering 3000 GPM fire flow from any fire hydrant for a 3 hour duration in addition to domestic supply. The computation shall be based upon a minimum of 20 psi residual operating pressure in the supply main from which the flow is measured at the time of measurement. Fire flow requirements will depend on built-in fire protection provisions of buildings. 2. Install Riverside County super fire hydrants so that no point of any building is more than 200 feet from a fire hydrant measured along approved vehicular travel ways. a. exterior surface of hydrant barrels and heads shall be painted chrome yellow, and the tops and nozzle caps shall be painted green. b. curbs shall be painted red 15 feet in either direction from each hydrant. c. hydrants shall not be located closer than 25 feet to any building. 4. Prior to issuance of a building permit, the developer shall furnish the original and three copies of the water system plan to the Fire Marshal for review. Upon approval , one copy will be sent to the Building Department, and the original will be returned to the developer. 5. The water system plan shall be signed by a registered civil engineer and approved by the water company, with the following certification':"I certify that the design of the water system in PP 84-38 is in accordance with the requirements prescribed by the Fire Marshal ." 6. Prior to delivery of combustible materials to the building site, the required water system shall be installed,,-.,operating and delivering the required flow. 7. Fire lanes will be required. 8. All buildings over 12,000 feet will require an approved automatic fire sprinkler system. 9. Additional fire protection requirements may be necessary when the applicant submits specific plans for consideration and approval . Very truly yours, GLEN J. NEWMAN Acting Fire Chief 04(�%r_�j dpm By, MIKE MCCONNELL cc: Jim Zimmerman Fire Marshal CVWD 73-510 FRED WARING DRIVE, PALM DESERT, CALIFORNIA 92260 TELEPHONE (619) 346-0611 REQUEST FOR COMMENTS AND CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL CASE NON: ------- ------- PROJECT;._ . APPLICANT: Enclosed please find materials describing a project for which the following Is being requested: 1j 1 29,". Z of THE Z&vST,P</C71VI/ d� a.,)i/ DiNGs -7b779�/,v�� D Size TzT- L(Z,q 7-,E�4 4 O� ST. ..✓�In-tEs.... f��E ��✓� ��qr ST /-ALSO /�FSC,�i.�Ev .�f The attached data was prepared by the applicant and is being forwarded to you for comments and recommended conditions of approval. The city is Interested in the probable - impacts on the environment (including land, air, water, minerals, flora, fauna, noise objects of historical or aesthetic significance) and recommended conditions of approval based on your expertise and area of concern. Your comments and recommended conditions of approval must be received by this office prior to 130 p.m. " �/ , In order to be discussed by the land division committee. The land evil committee (comprised of director of environmental services, city building official, city engineer, fire marshal and a representative of CVWD) will discuss the comments and recommended conditions of approval and will forward them to the planning commission through the staff report. Any information received by this office after the receipt deadline will not be discussed by the land division committee. Sincerely, RAMON A. DIAZ DIRECTOR OF ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES RD/Ir Attachments 73-510 FRED WARING DRIVE, PALM DESERT, CALIFORNIA 92260 TELEPHONE (619) 346-0611 September 27, 1984' CITY OF PALM DESERT LEGAL NOTICE — — Case No. PP 84-38 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a Public Hearing will be held before the Palm Desert Planning Commission to consider a request by C.R.S. DEVELOPMENT CORP. for approval of a Negative Declaration of Environmental Impact and a precise plan of design to allow construction of three buildings totaling 38,240 square feet in the S.I., S.P. zone located at the northeast corner of St. James Place and Cook Street, more particularly described as: APN 619-830-002 -- RUNNING SPRING DRIVE --1..Le ___ ,�• ' I.oaettyxo P.R.-5, S.P. o ;;;\ P.R.-5 o - u E SUBJECT PROPERTY ,• .;y` -��; r- - `• S.I S.P. a S.L, .P. • c: •E FVE, n. [ COUNTY OF RIVERSIDE ; S.I. ' COUNTY OF RIVERSIDE SAID Public Hearing will be held on Tuesday, October 16, 1984, at 2:00 P.M., at the Palm Desert Civic Center Council Chamber, 73-510 Fred Waring Drive, Palm Desert, California, at which time and place all interested persons are invited to attend and be heard. RAMON A. DIAZ, Secretary Palm Desert Planning Commission PUBLISH: Desert Post October 5, 1984 i - 73-510 FRED WARING DRIVE, PALM DESERT, CALIFORNIA 92260 TELEPHONE (619) 346-0611 September 27, 1984 CITY OF PALM DESERT LEGAL NOTICE Case No. PP 84-38 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a Public Hearing will be held before the Palm Desert Planning Commission to consider a request by C.R.S. DEVELOPMENT CORP. for approval of a Negative Declaration of Environmental Impact and a precise plan of design to allow construction of three buildings totaling 38,240 square feet in the S.I., S.P. zone located at the northeast corner of St. James Place and Cook Street, more particularly described as: APN 619-830-002 SAID Public Hearing will be held on Tuesday, October 16, 1984, at 2:00 P.M., at the Palm Desert Civic Center Council Chamber, 73-510 Fred Waring Drive, Palm Desert, California, at which time and place all interested persons are invited to attend and be heard. RAMON A. DIAZ, Secretary Palm Desert Planning Commission PUBLISH: Desert Post October 5, 1984 .1 73-510 FRED WARING DRIVE, PALM DESERT, CALIFORNIA 92260 TELEPHONE (619) 346-0611 REQUEST FOR COMMENTS AND CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL CASE NON: PROJECT: APPLICANT: -�, �o.s �WELOPAIEAl 1 OORP .. Enclosed please find materials describing a project for which the following Is being requested: �j ��yL ii� DiNGS �� ti� 38 �y� S�za LcZ-9 7-,E74 /v A SE7�r/ic� //�/.d vS'i�i/I L 7��✓f /1 T 7�-/� /1/o7�T.�/E/f-ST �i��/E.� OF ST. ✓�In�tEs. .. �49GE ��✓� ��ar sT /dLSo i.��-s�,��J3�v ..4f 6/9_-830_n-)0?_ The attached data was prepared by the applicant and is being forwarded to you for comments and recommended conditions of approval. The city is Interested In the probable impacts on the environment (including land, air, water, minerals, flora, fauna, noise objects of historical or aesthetic significance) and recommended conditions of approval based on your expertise and area of concern. Your comments and recommended conditions of approval must be received by this office prior to 830 p.m. �J-/�_fqy , In order to be discussed by the land division committee. The land tvision c—ommittee (comprised of director of environmental services, city building official, city englneer, fire marshal and a representative of CVWD) will discuss the comments and recommended conditions of approval and will forward them to the planning commission through the staff report. Any information received by this office after the receipt deadline will not be discussed by the land division committee. Sincerely, RAMON A. DIAZ DIRECTOR OF ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES RD/Ir Attachments 632-060-002 632-060-009 632-060-012 Terrain Ventures CAA Land Co. Inc. MESA DEVELOPMENT II 4262 Campus Dr. Ste C P .O. BOX .1400 4262 Campus Dr. Ste. 0 Newport Beach, Ca. 92660 Oceanside, Ca. 92054 Newport Beach, Ca. 92660 32-060-013 // 632-060-016 & 017 632-060-018 & 019 EVELOPM: NT II Cooksey Corp. ME,9,A DEVELOPMEN-T II __4262 Cams Dr. Ste. 0 23191 Peralta. Dr. 4262�ampus Dr. Ste. 0 New t Beach-;—Ca,92660 Laguna Hi11s ,Ca. 92653 Ne rt Be cch, Ca. 92660 624-040-003 624-040-005 624-040-006 IRONWOOD ASSOC . Charles S. Gibbs Palmer Communication, Inc. 47A Signal Hills 70673 Oroville Cir. P. O. Box 368 West St. Paul,MN 55118 Rancho Mirage, Ca. 92270 Palm Desert ,Ca. 92260 632,060-21 &0.2-2 632-.060-023 &029. 632-060-.024 Terrian�entures MEEA`DE L.OPMENT IW FINE 4262, Campus Dr. Ste C 4262 Cam us , SteX 247 La Paz . iewport. Beac-,Ca. 9266 Newp�xt Beach.; Ca:92660 Palm Desert , Ca. 92260 FMS"SEC,00 T. Y rw•N' 't i I r AV , : p -Was" f i sZ� is Awl Pale tiJ 1 L 7.3SAtrI 4 1 SrSSi%V S MW Or 632 Pa ay d d! ►£A54W CGCMrY, CALF MAI A GG. '00 Riverside Cuunty Planning Department Property Owners Certification I, CHICAGO TITLE INSURANCE certify that on (Print Name) AUG. 20 , 1984 the attached property owners list was (Month-Day-Year) prepared by Rayna G. Harbort pursuant to (Print company or individual's name) applications requirements furnished to me by the Riverside County Planning Department. Said list is a true compilation of all property owners within 300 feet of the property in- volved in my application and is based upon the latest equal- ized assessment rolls. I further certify that the information filed is true and correct to best of my knowledge; I understand that incorrect or erroneous information may be grounds for rejection- or denial of my appU cation. Name: Chicago Title Insurance Co. Address: 73241 Hwy 111 Ste. A Palm Desert , Ca. 92260 Phone: 568-5611 Signature: n Date certificate a mltted by �wW applicant: CASE NO . 3a ENVTFtONDTENTAL SERVICES DEPT . INITIAL STUDY ENVIRONMENTAL EVALUATION CHECKLIST 6,I NOTE: The availability of data necessary to address the topics listed below shall form the basis of a decision as to whether the application is considered complete for purposes of environmental assessment. ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS (Explanations of all "yes" and "maybe" answers , possible mitigation measures and comments are provided on attached sheets) . Yes Maybe No 1 . Earth. Will the proposal result in: a. Unstable earth conditions or in changes in _ i✓ geologic substructures? b. Disruptions , displacements , compaction, or _ _ ✓ overcovering of the soil ? c. Change in topography or ground surface relief features? d. The destruction, covering ., or modification of any unique geologic or physical features? e. Any increase in wind or water erosion of / soils , either on or off the site? ✓ 2. Air. Will the proposal result in: a. Air emissions or deterioration of ambient air quality? b. The creation of objectionable odors? ✓ c. Alteration of air movement , moisture, or temperature , or any change in climate, either locally or regionally? _ _ ✓__ 2. Yes Maybe No 3. Water. Will the proposal result in: a. Changes in currents, or the course or / direction of water movements? b. Changes in absorption rates, drainage patterns, or the rate and amount of surface water runoff? ✓ c. Alterations to the course or flow of / flood waters? d. Alteration of the direction or rate of flow of ground waters? V e. Change in the quantity of ground waters, either through direct additions or with- drawals , or through interception of an — — aquifer by cuts or excavations? f. Reduction in the amount of water other- wise available for public water supplies? 4. Plant Life. Will the proposal result in: a. Change in the diversity of species , or numbers of any species of plants (including trees , shrubs , grass , and - — crops)? , b. Reduction of the numbers of any unique, rare,:- or endangered species of plants? I `- c. Introduction of new species of plants into an area , or in a barrier to the normal replenishment of existing species? / V 5. Animal Life. Will the proposal result in: a. Changes in the diversity of species, or numbers of any species of animals (birds , land animals including reptiles , or — insects)? b. Reduction of the numbers of any unique, — — rare, or endangered species of animals? c. Introduction of new species of animals into an area, or result in a barrier to the migration or movement of animals? d. Deterioration to existing wildlife ' habitat? 3. Yes Maybe No 6. Natural Resources. Will the proposal result in : a. Increase in the rate of use of any natural resources? b. Depletion of any non-renewable natural resource? 7. Energy. Will the proposal result in: a. Use of substantial amounts of fuel or energy? V/ _ — b. Demand upon existing sources of energy, or re- quire the development of new sources of / energy? +/ 8. Risk of Upset. Does the proposal involve a risk of an explosion or the release of hazardous substances (including, but not limited to, pesticides , oil , chemicals, or radiation) in / the event of an accident or upset conditions? 9. Economic Loss . Will the proposal result in: a. A change in the value of property and — — improvements endangered by flooding? b. A change in the value of property and improvements exposed to geologic hazards beyond accepted community risk standards? -- 10. Noise. Will the proposal increase existing noise levels to the point at which accepted 'community noise and vibration levels are / exceeded? V/ 11. Land Use. Will the proposal result in the a tteration of the present developed or -- - planned land use of an area? 12. Open Space. Will the proposal lead to a decrease in the amount of designated open space? 13. Po ulation. Will the proposal result in: - a. Alteration of the location, distribution, density, or growth rate of the human population of the City? b. Change in the population distribution by age, income, religion, racial , or ethnic -- - group, occupational class , household type? 4. Yes Maybe No 14. Employment. Will the proposal result in additional new long-term jobs provided, or a change in the number and per cent employed, unemployed, and underemployed? 15. Housing. Will the proposal result in: a. Change in number and per cent of housing units by type (price or rent range, zoning category, owner-occupied and rental , etc. ) relative to demand or to number of families in various income classes in the City? b. Impacts on existing housing or creation of a demand for additional housing? 1/ 11, Transportation/Circulation. Will the proposal result in: J a . Generation of additional vehicular movement? b. Effects on existing parking facilities , or demand for new parking? c. Impact upon existing transportation systems? d. Alterations to present patterns of circulation or movement of people and/or goods? ✓ e. Increase in traffic hazards to motor vehicles, — — bicyclists , or pedestrians? - 17 . Public Services . Will the proposal have an effect upon , or result in a need for, new or altered governmental services in any of the following areas: a. Fire protection? b. Police protection? c. Schools? d. Parks or other recreational facilities? f e. Maintenance of public facilities , including roads? _ _ ✓ f. Other governmental services? ✓ 5. Yes Maybe No 18. Public Fiscal Balance. Will the proposal result in a net change in government fiscal flow (revenues less operating expenditures _ and annualized capital °expenditures)? V 19. Utilities . Will the proposal result in a need for new systems , or alterations to the following utilities : a. Power or natural gas? b. Communications system? c. Water? — d. Sewer or septic tanks? e. Storm water drainage? — f. Solid waste and disposal ? 20. Human Health. Will the proposal result in: a. The creation of any health hazard or — — potential health hazard? b. A change in the level of community health — care provided? 21 . Social Services . Will the proposal result in an increased demand for provision of general social services? _ 22. Aesthetics . Will the proposal result in: a. Obstruction of any scenic vista or view open to the public? b. The creation of an aesthetically offensive site open to public view? c. Lessening of the overall neighborhood (or area ) attractiveness , pleasantness , and uniqueness? 23. Light and Glare. Will the proposal produce / new ligF7t or glare? e/ 24. Archaeological/Historical . Will the proposal result in an e teration of a significant archeological or historical site, structure, object, or building? 6. Yes MLbe No 25. Mandatory Findings of Significance. a. Does the project have the potential to degrade the quality of the environment or to curtail the diversity in the environment? — _. ,V/ b. Does the project have the potential to achieve short-term, to the disadvantage of long-term, environmental goals? (A short-term impact on the environment is one which occurs in a relatively brief, definitive period of time while long-term impacts will endure well into / the future. ) c. Does the project have impacts which are indi- vidually limited, but cumulatively considerable? (A project may impact on two or more separate resources where the impact on each resource is relatively small , but where the effect of the total of those impacts on the environment is significant. ) _ d. Does the project have environmental effects which will cause substantial adverse effects / on human beings , either directly or indirectly? l�. Initial Study Prepared Pre B ��✓_•"^� ��_�+f_ Y � ----..- Y PORK a®, � 45 279 PrNchOy P 7 f�aws9 FEEM ®S88749 �� nN)rr$no rid na.,e-t i��bb21 eo(Cc ,4 Plows MCc:WSffl®N FORK : dispertunsM ¢ail poenMwq dtwWon a C . R . S.. Development Cor_D_ 4pDlicant ( please pnni) P . 0 . Box 1514 619-568-2718 -- Telephone Mailing Address Palm Desert , CA 92261 'I1 y Stato ZIP-Code aEOUEST' IDescrtbe spaplfic nature of oDprovcl requested ) Land use and design approval for an industrial building . PROPERTY DESCRIPTION: ! 2 Level acres located at the north east corner of Cook St . and St . James . ASSESSOR'S PARCEL NO. Lcq 2. EXISTING ZONING Progeny Owner Authorization The undersigned states that they are the owner(s) of the property described herein and hereby give author- action for the filing of this application. —_—V Signature _ Date 4greement absolving the City of Palm Desert of all liabilities relative to any deed restrictions. DO BY My SIGNATURE ON THIS AGREEMENT, Absolve the City of Palm Desert of all liabilities regarding any dead restrictions that mov be applicable m the property described herein. Signature Date Applicant's Signature Signature -----..— Date )R STAFF USE ONLY) Environmental Status Accepted bye ❑ Ministerial Act E.A No B[yL � � 3g ❑ Categorical Exemption Hod PP ❑ Negative Declaration ❑ other Reference Case No. _ rneaev rvru teevmq in e.nir INTEROFFICE MEMORANDUM City of Palm Desert 'l4� OCT 3 0 "�.i TO: Director of Environmental Services ENVIRONME!'-,,.�. ; . s FROM: Director of Public Works CITY OF i,,,..:,:, SUBJECT: PP 84-38 C.R.S. Development Corporation DATE: October 4, 1984 The following should be considered conditions of approval : 1) Drainage and signalization fund fees, as required by City ordinance, shall be paid prior to building permit issuance. 2) Storm drain construction shall be contingent upon. a drainage study by the pri- vate engineer that is approved by the Department of Public Works. 3) Landscaping maintenance on St. James, Cook and Boardwalk shall be provided by the homeowner' s association. 4) Complete grading plans and specifications shall be submitted, as required by ordinance, to the City Engineer for checking and approval prior to issuance of any permits. 5) Size, number and location of dirveways to Public Works specifications with only thhrre�e (3) driveway approaches to be allowed to serve this property. Barry 4TcClan ARC:BM/lo PROOF OF PU*ICATION This space Isfor ' County Clerk's Filing Stamp (201S.s t. ) � F STATE OF CALIFORNIA, OCT 1 1 1984 County of Riverside ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES CITY OF PALM DESERT 1 am a citizen of the United States and a CITY OF PALM DESERT resident of the County aforesaid; I am over the age of eighteen years, and not a party to Proof of Publication of or interested in the above-entitled matter. I CASE NO . PP 84-38 am the principal clerk of the printer of the •....................L,.......:........•..•............ ..................... ............ .......... 'LEOALNOTOE ..............................................:. .... cala Nu.Ppe"s . NOTICE IS MgR at -GrVENbe-hem that e a newspaper of general circulation, printed the Neadgwnbeng Comore Ine Paton Desalt.?bnnmg Cotn,nig Sion to consaer a request byC R.S. and published Bi-weekly ` DEVELOPMENT,OOAP, lot ap """"""""•'•••'••••••••• `` provat of a Negative Declaretlon of Environmental Interact and a pre- in the City of ...RAIR.."ae rt use pan of design to arrow con shuc1106 of three buildings totaling,. County of Riverside, and which news- 39.240 sgItah)feel In the S I,S.P. zone fouled�at the northeast paper has been adjudged a newspaper corner W St.James place and Cook Sheet,more pediculerlIr described of general circulation by the Superior as Court of the Count of Riverside, State of APN619E30002 Y SAID Public Nearing will be held on Tmsday.Octoben 16.196a,at 2:00 Pm. at the Palen Desert Civic California, under the date of„}0(5 , 19 , 6A S center Council Chamber, 73-510 Fled Walser D,Ive, Palm Dese,l. Col fomla.a6w9ldh time and place Case Number ,8,3658 ••• ;thatthenotice, aatnterestedperapr"are-m"tea to anent ant be heard. of which the annexed is a printed copy (set t FtAMONA;D;ry in type not smaller than nonpareil), has Palen Desert •.,.PWnning Cotaniaaon been published in each regular and entire (Pala.DP.Oct 5.19ee) . issue of said newspaper and not In any - supplement thereof on the following dates, to-wit: .. ......an/.5................................. all in the year 19..9A. I certify (or declare) under penalty of - c� perjury that the foregoing is true and correct. r T n o Dated at...... Pella Desekt �J ca 1r1 .................................. V) < C7 ' m California,this..5.th...day of...AAk•1984„ -n w n / ig tune Fail copies of this blank form maybe secured from) CALIFORNIA NEWSPAPER SERVICE BUREAU, INC. 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