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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1982-05-25 1 a � � MINU1'ES DESIGN REVIEW BOARD MEETING TUESDAY MAY 25, 1982 CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS � � * � -� � � � � � � � � � -� � � * � � � � � -� � � � � � � � � � � � � � � * � * � � � I• The meeting was called to order at 2:00 p.m. after a 60 minute study session. MEMBERS PRESENT: Vern Barton A1 Cook Ron Gregory Rick Holden Phyllis Jackson Bernie Leung Charlie Martin STAFF PRESENT: Ramon A. Diaz Stan Sawa Steve Smith Patricia Armitage On a motion by Ms. Jackson seconded by Mr. Holden, the minutes of the May 11, 1982, meeting were approved as written. Motion carried 5-0-1 (Mr. Barton abstaining and Mr. Cook arriving after the minutes were voted on). II. Minute motion approving cases found acceptable at the study session. None. III. CASES: 2. CASE NO. 237 MF Applicant/Address: MC LAIN DEVELOPMENT' COMPANY, 1,470 Jamboree Road, Newport Beach, CA 92260. Nature of Project/Approval Sought: Preliminary and final approval of building elevations for two unit types. Location: Within Silver Sands Racquet Club (Phase II), southeast corner of Country Club and Portola. Zone: PR-4 Mr. Smith reviewed the staff report indicating that two additional unit types had been added to the original project. Staff was concerned over the extensive use of glass being used on the south and west sides. He added that staff would have no objection to the Board granting the applicant preliminary and final approval provided that a satisfactory method of solar protection is provided. The Board was in agreement that the issue of solar protection should definitely be addressed. They asked the applicant if there was any way the plans could be revised to orient the units to the north and east. Mr. Ray Eliante, Project Superintendent was present and replied that the reason the plans cannot be changed is that the units are facing the pool area and greenbelt and that curbs and gutters are in. He added that the clearstory elevations would be bronze tint glass which would help to protect them from the sun. Ms. Jackson inquired as to where the double glazing would be. - 1 - , , � � DESIGN REVIEW BOARD MINUT'ES MAY 25, 1982 Mr. Eliante replied that it would be on the courtyard windows facing the garden wall. Chairman Martin asked if any one wanted to make a requirement for solar screens. Mr. Leung felt a study should be made of the windows getting a full west exposure. Chairman Martin asked Mr. Eliante if he could come back in two weeks with a study on the critical elevations. It was moved by Ms. Jackson and seconded by Mr. Leung, to grant preliminary approval of building elevations for the two unit types subject to the following: 1. That a study of various means of providing effective solar protection for the glazed areas be prepared. Mr. Diaz indicated that building permits would not be issued until all information is brought back to the Board. Motion carried 7-0. 1. CASE N0.162 C Applicant/Address: JAMES CHARLTON, c/o WHITE SHEET, INC., 73-640 Highway 111, Palm Desert, CA 92260, STEVEN SULLIVAN, A.I.A., 73-730 Highway 111, Suite 5, Palm Desert, CA 92260. Nature of Project/Approval Sought: Final approval to remodel and construct a small addition to an existing commercial complex. Location: Northwest corner of north Frontage Road and Las Palmas. Zone: C-1 - S.P. Mr. Smith summarized the staff report indicating that the Board had reviewed and approved the preliminary plans to remodel and construct a small addition to an existing commercial complex at its February 9, 1982, meeting. T'he final plans had not included a landscape and irrigation plan but the applicant had since brought it in for review. The Architect, Mr. Steven Sullivan advised that his client had requested the following changes to the approved plan: 1. That the perimeter wall which is presently shown as brick, be changed to concrete block. 2. That the trim around the windows on the rear of the building be deleted. Mr. Cook asked if the perimeter wall could be lower than four feet since it would be covered by Pyracantha and wouldn't be seen anyway. Mr. Smith replied that it could be as low as three feet. - 2 - � � DESIGN REVIEVf/ BOARD MINUTES MAY 25, 1982 On a motion by Mr. Barton, seconded by Mr. Gregory, the Board granted final approval to the remodel and construction plans for the addition to the existing commercial complex subject to the requirements listed in the staff report being met and subject to the following conditions: 1. That the window treatment on the north facing windows be retained. 2. That the wall may be reduced to three feet in height, provided that the wall is plastered to match the building exterior. Motion carried unanimously 7-0. 1. CASE NO. 236 MF Applicant/Address: DONALD JUNG ASSOCIATES, 9581 Pico Blvd., Ste. 3, Los Angeles, CA 90035 and SILVER SPUR ASSOCIATES, 49-200 Mariposa Drive, Palm Desert, CA 92260. Nature of Project/Approval Sought: Preliminary design approval for revisions to existing entry to Ironwood Country Club. Location: 49-200 Mariposa Drive at Portola Avenue. Zone: PR-7 Mr. Smith indicated that the preliminary design for the redesign of the entry to Ironwood Country Club had been reviewed and approved by the Board at it's January 26, 1982, meeting but that it went out to bid and came in way over budget so they have submitted another plan. The revised plans show iron picket gates and the entrance will be repaved with an enriched paving pattern of Bomanite Slate design. The landscaping is to be revitalized. Mr. Donald Jung was present to discuss this case. He indicated that they would be changing the roof line of the guardhouse but to what extent, would depend on how much the budget would allow. They did not want to touch the guardhouse. The width of the entry gate should not create a problem since there was another entrance with a 16 foot aisle. Mr. Holden moved and Ms. Jackson seconded to approve the preliminary design. Motion carried 7-0. IV. DISCUSSION ITEMS: ORDINANCES FOR NONCONFOMING SIGNS AND FORBIDDING SHAKE ROOFS Mr. Diaz indicated that Council is considering an ordinance proposed by Fire Marshall Vogt forbidding shake roofs and an ordinance which would eliminate nonconforming signs through attrition. ENTRY SIGN Ms. Jackson asked what was happening on the entry sign. Chairman Martin indicated that there has been some problem obtaining permission to enter onto the property on which the sign is located. - 3 - .. .. �� � DESIGN REVIEVU BOARD MINUTES MAY 2 , 1982 PALM DESERT PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION Mr. Leung indicated his concern over the use of swamp coolers on the roofs of homes. Mr. Diaz indicated that this matter was before Council and felt it was a matter between the property owner and the Association. Council feels the city should cooperate with the Association but the issue of energy conservation is of signifcant importance. He indicated that the city had approved swamp coolers on the inside of the roofs but that they are allowed on top of the roof as a last resort. One must ocassionally make a choice between aesthetics and energy conservation. If too many conditions are imposed, the swamp cooler could become economically unfeasible. V. ADJOURNMENT The meeting was adjourned at 3:00 p.m. / — . .._ �� . ST V SMITH Associate Planner SS/pa - 4 -