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Home My WebLink About1985-06-11 err' err' MINUTES PALM DESERT ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMISSION TUESDAY - JUNE 11, 1985 2:00 P.M. COMMUNITY SERVICES CONFERENCE ROOM 73-510 FRED WARING DRIVE I. The meeting was called to order at 2:00 p.m. after a one hour study session. Members Present: Ron Gregory, Chairman Al Cook Charlie Martin Members Absent: Rick Holden Bernie Leung Staff Present: Ray Diaz Steve Smith Stan Sawa Donna Gomez It was moved by Commissioner Cook, seconded by Commissioner Gregory to approve the minutes of May 28, 1985 as written. Carried 2-0-1 (Commissioner Martin abstaining). II. It was moved by Commissioner Cook, seconded by Commissioner Martin to approve the following cases by minute motion. Carried 3-0. 1. CASE NO: 1011 SA APPLICANT (AND ADDRESS): GEORGE BERKEY, 73-640 E1 Paseo, Palm Desert, CA 92260; CARL COX, 47-159 Youngs Lane, Indio, CA 92201. NATURE OF PROJECT/APPROVAL SOUGHT: Approval of monument sign at industrial park. LOCATION: Southwest corner of Cook and Hovley. ZONE: S.I. S.P. Subject to the following condition: 1. That a detailed landscape plan be submitted for review. 2. CASE NO: 231 C APPLICANT (AND ADDRESS): MR. & MRS. ROBERT PICKING, P.O. Box 3234, Palm Desert, CA 92260; MR. DANIEL BEEN, 1500 S. Palm Canyon Drive, Suite 1, Palm Springs, CA 92262. NATURE OF PROJECT/APPROVAL SOUGHT: Final approval for a 4,000 square foot commercial building. LOCATION: El Paseo, 180 feet west of Sage. ZONE: C-1 The following condition will still apply: 1. Parking lot layout to be revised and submitted to staff. 3. CASE NO: 244 C APPLICANT (AND ADDRESS): A TOUCH OF MAMA'S c/o PORTALS, 83-741 Hopi Avenue, Indio, CA 92201. NATURE OF PROJECT/APPROVAL SOUGHT: Approval of awning with sign over rear entry of restaurant. LOCATION: 74-063 Highway 111 ZONE: C-1 S.P. *r+ MINUTES ARCHITECTURAL COMMISSION JUNE 11, 1985 4. CASE NO: 252 C APPLICANT (AND ADDRESS): LYNDALE MANOR, 45-474 Garden Square, Palm Desert, CA 92260. NATURE OF PROJECT/APPROVAL SOUGHT: Preliminary approval of plans for a 2738 square foot commercial building. LOCATION: Northwest corner of North Palm Desert Drive and San Carlos Drive. ZONE: C-1 S.P. Subject to the conditions listed in the staff report. 5. CASE NO: 255 C APPLICANT (AND ADDRESS): DOUGLAS GRIFFITHS c/o GENERAL ESCROW, P.O. Box 1452, Palm Desert, CA 92260; BOB RITCHEY, 45-120 San Pablo #21), Palm Desert, CA 92260. NATURE OF PROJECT/APPROVAL SOUGHT: Preliminary plans for a two story office building. LOCATION: Southwest corner of Alessandro and San Carlos. ZONE: C-1 III. CASES: A. Final Drawings: 1. CASE NO: 977 SA APPLICANT (AND ADDRESS): ORTHO MATTRESS INC., 2035 E. Vista Bella Way, Rancho Dominguez, CA 90220, Attn: A. Andrade; WESTERN SIGN AND GRAPHICS, 1618 N. Missle Way, Anaheim, CA 92801, Attn: L. Bursten. NATURE OF PROJECT/APPROVAL SOUGHT: Approval of business ID signs for Ortho Mattress Store. LOCATION: 73-394 Highway 111 ZONE: C-1 S.P. Mr. Sawa informed the commission that the applicant is now proposing one sign to be located over the arch way. They are proposing to fill in the notch at the top of the arch in order to make the sign fit. The color proposed for the internally lit letters was 2037 yellow with a bronze perimeter. Commissioner Gregory indicated that the color was bright and that he would prefer the #2465 yellow. Mr. Andrade, applicant, stated that the reason for the bright color was so that the sign would be visible during the day. It was moved by Commissioner Martin, seconded by Commissioner Cook to approve Case No. 977 SA subject to the color being changed to #2465 yellow. 2. CASE NO: 1012 SA APPLICANT (AND ADDRESS): BANK OF AMERICA, 73-820 El Paseo, Palm Desert, CA 92260; HEATH & COMPANY, 3225 Lacy Street, Los Angeles, Ca 90031. NATURE OF PROJECT/APPROVAL SOUGHT: Revision to existing sign program. MINUTES ARCHITECTURAL COMMISSION JUNE 11, 1985 LOCATION: 73-820 El Paseo ZONE: C-1 S.P. Bank of America is proposing to change their existing sign program to match the new corporate colors. Commissioner Cook indicated that he would prefer the existing sign program remain as is. He noted that the proposed colors look flashy and do not match the colors and design of the building. Commissioner Gregory suggested changing the red to rust . He explained that the commission should try to remain consistent with their decisions regarding signs. Commissioner Martin advised that he would approve the signs as proposed. It was moved by Commissioner Cook, seconded by Commissioner Martin to continue this case until a more persuasive proposal is submitted or more commissioners are present to make a motion. Carried 3-0 B. Preliminary Plans: 1. CASE NO: 259 C APPLICANT (AND ADDRESS): J.W. ROBINSONS CO., 600 W. 7th Street, Los Angeles, CA 90017, Attn: Fred Lo Nigro; LEO A. DALY, 3333 Wilshire Blvd. #200, Los Angeles, CA 90010. NATURE OF PROJECT/APPROVAL SOUGHT: Preliminary architectural plan approval of plans for a department store. LOCATION: South side Palm Desert Town Center. ZONE: P.C. (3) S.P. Mr. Robert Smith of Leo A. Daly, architects, discussed the salient points of the building indicating the building and landscaping materials to be used. Commissioner Gregory indicated that the Washingtonia Palms would be adequate but he would like to research the Red Hot Poker and the Statis. He also indicated that he would like to see a more detailed landscape plan. Upon further study Commissioner Gregory suggested replacing the Statis with the Green-leaved Gazania - Mitsuwa or Sunrise Yellow. Replace the Red Hot Poker with Day Lily. Commissioner Cook questioned the projection of the west entrance of the building. Mr. Robert Smith indicated that they had been discussing it being flat with no projections. Commissioner Cook suggested that the west entrance be restudied. Moved by Commissioner Martin, seconded by Commissioner Cook to grant preliminary approval subject to the west entrance being restudied. Carried 3-0 2. CASE NO: 258 C APPLICANT (AND ADDRESS): FRANK GOODMAN, 77-900 Avenue of States, Palm Desert, CA 92260. NATURE OF PROJECT/APPROVAL SOUGHT: Exterior remodel and sign program. LOCATION: 44-850 San Pablo ZONE: Commercial Commissioner Gregory indicated that he would prefer to see something besides stucco on the fascia. Commissioner Martin suggested that the building be completely stucco with the inserts painted a different color. mow' MINUTES ARCHITECTURAL COMMISSION JUNE 11, 1985 The applicant was proposing a bright red glossy tile. Commissioner Martin indicated that a tile with a flat finish would be more preferable. Commissioner Cook's only objection was with the tile appearing bright and flashy. Commissioner Gregory noted that he would like to see the landscape redone. The street trees are small and do not enhance the appearance of the building. He suggested replacing the existing trees with high crown 15 gallon Ficus trees or palms. It was moved by Commissioner Cook, seconded by Commissioner Martin to grant conceptual preliminary approval subject to the following conditions: 1. That the tile be a subdued color with a dull matte finish. 2. That a landscape plan be submitted increasing the size of the street trees. IV. DISCUSSION ITEMS: 1. PIETRO'S Mr. Diaz presented a colored drawing for the rear of the restaurant. He informed the commission that the applicant is proposing to enclose the rear of the restaurant in order to conceal the supplies stored there. The applicant is proposing to remove the existing landscaping and replace it with 13 Italian Cypress trees. Commissioner Martin indicated that the arches do not match the design of the building. He suggested that the applicant raise the height of the walls to conceal the supplies. Commissioner Cook thought the arches and the pillars were not needed. 2. ARTHUR MOSS - Southwest corner Monterey & Fred Waring - Professional Office Building. Commissioner Martin, asking for comments and suggestions, presented the plans and indicated the salient points of the building. Commissioner Cook stated that he would like to see the front elevation. Commissioner Gregory questioned if there would be berming like the building across the street. Commissioner Martin indicated that there would not be. Commissioners' Cook and Gregory noted that they liked the plans as far as they went. V. ADJOURNMENT: The meeting was adjourned at 3:30 p.m. STEV) SMITH, Ass& a1e- Planner /dlg