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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1980-01-29 . , ' � '�,,, i.rr�' MINUTES DESIGN REVIEW BOARD TUESDAY - JANUARY 29, 1980 CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS I. The meeting was called to order at 2:40 p.m. after a two and one-half hour study session. MEMBERS PRESENT: Vern Barton Phyllis Jackson Eric Johnson Bernie Leung Charles Martin MEMBERS ABSENT: A1 Cook Rick Holden STAFF PRESENT: Stan Sawa Murrel Crump It was moved by Johnson, seconded by Barton, that the minutes of January 8, 1980, be approved as written. Carried 3-0-2 (Johnson, Leung, Martin , with Barton and Jackson abstaining) . II . Minute motion approving cases found acceptable at the study session: None. III . CASES Case No. 65 C - C. G. DUNHAM - approval of revised directory signs at Plaza del Tiempo Center, located on the northeast corner of Sage Lane and El Paseo; John Thompson was present. The Board reviewed the revised directory signs submitted by the applicants. The Board indicated that the sign met the intent of the Board. However, it aaas pointed out that the Code permits directory signs at a maximum one (1) square foot each. It was indicated to the Board by Staff that in order for approval of this directory sign to take place, an exception must be approved by the Planning Commission. On a motion by Leung, seconded by Johnson, the Board moved to approve the directory signs as submitted, subject to the necessary Planning Commission approval of an exception to the Sign Ordinance. Carried 5-0 (Barton, Jackson, Johnson, Leung, Martin) . Case No. 89 C - WALLING AND MCCALLUM - approval of sign program for a two-story office building on the south side of Highway 111, between Deep Canyon and Panorama; Tracy Cross (Best Signs) and John Walling were present. The Board reviewed the submitted sign program and indicated that the main tenant signs as submitted were somewhat larger than they felt appropriate. The Board indicated that 14"x4' was an appropriate size for the main tenant signs. It was also indicated to the applicant that the building identification sign was much larger than appropriate and did not meet Code requirements. It was indicated that the only provision for building identification signs in the Code is that for directional signs which limits the size to three square feet. It was indicated to the Board and applicant that Staff was going to present an item for an amendment to the Sign Ordinance pertaining to building identi- fication. On a motion by Leung, seconded by Johnson, the Board moved to approve the sign program with the following revisions : 1. Main tenant signs to be 14"x4' . 2. All pedestrian signs to be no larger than three square feet. 3. Building indentification sign, as submitted, is not approved. Carried 5-0 (Barton, Jackson, Johnson, Leung, Martin) . e MTNUTES `�"' '� DESIGN REVIEW BOARD JANUARY 29, 1980 Page Two III . CASES (Continued) On a subsequent motion by Leung, seconded by Johnson, the Board moved to suggest that the building identification sign be twelve square feet, which is a size commonly used throughout the City. Carried 5-0 (Barton, Jackson, Johnson, Leung, Martin) . As an oral item related to the above subject, the applicant requested approval to delete the street trees within the sidewalk area. Additionally, he wished to substitute the tree species in the raised planters at the front of the building. The Board indicated that they felt the street trees should be retained. The Board indicated that the two-foot strip between the six-foot wide sidewalk and raised planters should be concrete to provide additional sidewalk width. The applicant indicated a desire to provide landscaping within the two-foot strip. The Board suggested using vines which would cascade over the raised planters. The applicant asked, as an alternative, if ground cover which could be walked on could be used in the two-foot strip. This was indicated as acceptable by the Board. On a motion by Johnson, seconded by Leung, the Board moved to retain the street trees as approved with the following revisions: 1. The two-foot strip between the sidewalk and raised planters is to be concreted or planted with a ground cover which can be walked upon. 2. Fifteen-gallon Ficus Nitida to be changed to fifteen-gallon Pyrus Kawakami . Carried 5-0 (Barton, Jackson, Johnson, Leung, Martin) . Case No. 175 MF - MCLAIN DEVELOPMENT COMPANY - approval of final working drawings for Phase I of resiciential condominium project at the southeast corner of Country Club Drive and Portola Avenue; John Shoemaker and Wayne Sharp were present. The Board reviewed the Staff Report with the applicant. The applicant presented an alternate meandering sidewalk design which the Board indicated was conceptu- ally acceptable. It was indicated to the applicant that trees and landscaping should be provided on both sides of the sidewalk where appropriate with corner visibility maintained. A number of landscaping changes were indicated to the applicant. Additionally, it was pointed out that the first phase is to include all street improvements including landscaping. It was indicated that the tennis court fencing and lighting would be shown on the final landscaping plans. Chairwoman Jackson indicated that a new type of horizontal tennis court lighting is available and should be investigated for use. On a motion by Leung, seconded by Barton, the Board moved to approve the final working drawings for Phase I , subject to the following revisions: l. Meandering sidewalks shall be modified to provide additional meandering so that landscaping can be provided on both sides of the sidewalk in various areas with corner visibility being maintained. 2. Landscaping changes be made per suggestions of the Board. 3. Prior to issuance of any huilding permits, a final landscaping and irriga- tion plan for the entire Phase I area and all street frontages including the center medians, shall be submitted and approved by the Design Review Board; said plans to include several sections through the perimeter wall and curb area to show blowsand treatment. 3. Prior to issuance of any building permits, proof shall be submitted that the project entry design has been approved by the Director of Public Works. 4. Show height of tennis court fencing and lighting including lighting type, on final landscaping drawings. Carried 5-0 (Barton, Jackson, Johnson, Leung, Martin) . Case No. 192 MF - DONALD L. BALCH - approval of preliminary and final plans for two duplex units on individual parcels on the west side of Monterey Avenue approximately 70 feet north of Sonora; applicant was not present. The Board reviewed this item with it being indicated that revised plans had not yet been submitted and that it would be appropriate to deny the request at this time. � MINUTES � `"'r"` DESIGN REVIEW BOARD JANUARY 29, 1980 Page Three III . CASES (Continued) On a motion by Johnson, seconded by Barton, the Board moved to deny this request. Carried 5-0 (Barton, Jackson, Johnson, Leung, Martin) . Case No. 165 MF - PALM DESERT COMMUNITY CHURCH - approval of a one-year extension of time for a previously approved Design Review case and preliminary and final approval of an addition to the Christian Education Building located at 74-321 Highway 74; Joe De Caster was present. The Board reviewed the plans submitted by the applicant with Staff indicating that in addition to approval of the addition, they were also requesting approval of a one-year extension of time for a previously approved Design Review case which allowed an office addition which has been completed. The Board indicated some concern regarding landscaping around the Church and indica- ted a desire to review a landscaping plan. On a motion by Johnson, seconded by Barton, the Board moved to grant preliminary and final approval of this request subject to the following revision: 1. Prior to issuance of a building permit, the Board shall review and approve a landscaping plan for the Church property showing existing and proposed landscaping. Carried 5-0 (Barton, Jackson, Johnson, Leung, Martin) . Case No. 198 MF (141 MF) - ROBERT SHELDON - preliminary and final approval of plans for a four-unit apartment building at the northwest corner of San Gorgonio Way and Las Flores Lane; Robert Sheldon was pr�sent. It was indicated that this case was previously approved as 141 MF by the Plan- ning Commission on September 20, 1978. Since the applicant did not implement the project within the one year time limitation, it was pointed out that this application for a new approval was required. The Board reviewed the Staff recommendations with the applicant. In addition to the Staff recommendations , the Board requested that additional architectural treatment be provided around all windows. On a motion by Barton , seconded b.y Leung, the Board moved to grant preliminary and final approval with the followiny revisions: 1. In addition to sidewalks on all streets , curbs and gutters with tie-in paving shall be constructed as a part of this project. 2. A trash enclosure with solid doors shall be provided within the parking lot area. 3. Parking spaces shall be double-striped per Municipal Code requirements. 4. Five-gallon Cape Honeysuckle ten feet on center with Gazanias also to be planted in the two-foot planter strip along the westerly boundary. 5. A minimum five foot high board fence to match the wood siding used on the building shall be provided around the patios and entry facing Las Flores Lane. 6. Stucco popouts shall be provided around all windows. Carried 4-0 (Barton, Jackson, Leung, Martin, with Johnson leaving during discussion of this item). Case No. 125 C - GERALD CHAZAN - approval of final working drawings and sign program for Safeway Market on the westerly side of Palms to Pines Shopping Center between E1 Paseo and Highway 111; Robert Ricciardi was present. The Board reviewed the final working drawings and Staff Report. It was deter- mined that the architectural change to the front of the structure was acceptable. The 30 foot height limit as established by the approved Development Plan and sign location for the Safeway sign was discussed. The applicant questioned the 75 square foot size maximum. On a motion by Barton, seconded by Martin, the Board moved to grant final approval of this request, subject to the following revisions: 1. That the heiyht of the structure be revise�+ to a maximum 30 foot height. 2. Sign location to be on facia at lower portion of mansard roof with sign 75 square feet. Carried 4-0 (Barton, Jackson, Leung, Martin) . MINUTES DESIGN REVIEW BOARD ��'" � JANUARY 29, 1980 Page Four III. CASES (Continued) Case No. 194 MF - PALM DESERT VENTURE, LTD. - approval of security gate entries for Shadow Mountain Resort and Racquet Club located on the east side of San Luis Rey Avenue at Juniper Circle; applicant was not present. The Board reviewed the Staff Report and submitted plan. The Board felt that there was insufficient turn-around for the Juniper Circle entry. As an alterna- tive, it was suggested that the applicant look at the possib�lity of locating the security entry at the 4-way intersection to the east. On a motion by Barton, seconded by Martin, the Board moved to approve the Fairway Drive entry with the Juniper Circle entry being denied. Carried 4-0 (Barton, Jackson, Leung, Martin) . Case No. 195 MF - WILLIAM SPENCER - approval of preliminary plans for tri-plex apartment on the north side of Santa Rosa Way, approximately 420 feet west of San Pascual Avenue; James Fetridge was present. E The Board reviewed the Staff Report and plans. It was indicated that a request on this lot was previously denied at the meeting of November 27, 1979. The requirement for a six foot high block wall was discussed with it being deter- mined that it would be preferable over a wood fence. The adopted development standards and its application to the proposed project were reviewed. Mr. Martin discussed the concept of the plan and expressed his feelings. Mr. Leung also discussed the architectural concept of tying the project together through the use of a common architectural element such as slumpstone veneer. Other requirements were discussed by the Board with suggestions being given. On a motion by Barton, seconded by Leung, the Board moved to approve prelimi- nary plans for this project, subject to the following revisions: l. Fencing around the site shall be six foot high masonary or concrete construction. 2. Curbs and gutters with tie-in paving shall be installed as a part of this project as required by the Department of Public Works. 3. The driveway area between the street and carports shall be reduced to 24 feet in width. 4. Trash area shall be relocated to be part of the planter in front of the carpor•t with access through the driveway. 5. Landscaping plan to be revised to show landscaping in planters in front of carport area. 6. Plans shall be revised to provide a unifying architectural theme to run throughout the project as discussed by the Board. Carried 4-0 (Barton, Jackson, Leung, Martin) . --�:, Case No. 196 MF - WILLIAM SPENCER - approval of preliminary plans for duplex on the north side of Santa Rosa Way, approximately 500 feet east of San Pablo Avenue; James Fetridge was present. The Staff Report was reviewed along with the submitted plans. It was indicated that a request on this lot was previously denied on November 27, 1979. Proposed revisions to the submitted plans were discussed and included the relocation of the fence on the west side of the carport and the provision of an overhang around the carport. Un a motion by Barton, seconded by Martin, the Board moved to grant preliminary approval , subject to the following revisions: 1. Fencing around the site, where necessary, shall be six foot high block or masonary construction. 2. Curbs and gutters with tie-in paving shall be installed as a part of this project as required by the Department of Public Works. 3. The gable roof shall be extended over the carport with a two foot overhang provided around all sides. 4. Provide shrubs in raised planter area and in front of carport. Carried 4-0 (Barton, Jackson, Leung, Martin) . MINUTES � � DESIGN REVIEW BOARD JANUARY 29, 1980 Page Five III . CASES (Continued) Case No. 197 MF - WILLIAM SPENCER - approval of preliminary plans for duplex addition to existing single family residence at 73-688 Santa Rosa 4Jay; James Fetridge was present. The Baard reviewed the Staff Report and submitted plans. It was pointed out that a similar request was previously denied by the Board at the meeting of November 27, 1979. The Board reviewed the Staff conditions and indicated that other architectural changes should be incorporated at the front of the develop- ment. These changes pertained to walls in the front portion of the site. On a motion by Barton, seconded by Leung, the Board moved to grant preliminary approval subject to the following revisions: l. Service utility lines to the existing dwelling to be underground per Municipal Code requirements. 2. Curbs and gutters with tie-in paving shall be installed as a part of this project as required by the Department of Public Works. 3. Overhead wood trellis shall be constructed adjacent to sliding glass door on west elevation of Unit #2. 4. Additional shrubs shall be provided in the raised planter at the front of the carport and adjacent to the front of carport and existing house. 5. Evaporative cooler shall be removed from roof of existing house as shown on submitted plans. 6. Fencing around the site shall be six foot high block or masonary construction. 7. Window treatment shown on front elevation of existing house shall also _be incorporated on windows along west elevation of existing house. 8. Existing house shall be repainted/restuccoed to match color of new construc- tion. 9. A short three to four foot high slumpstone block wall shall be provided in the front yard as discussed by the Board. 10. Wall on west side of carport shall be modified as discussed by Board. Carried 4-0 (Barton, Jackson, Leung, Martin) . IU. DISCUSSION ITEMS - None. U. ADJOURNMENT - 4:50 p.m. GV►� STAN SAWA, Associate Planner /dj