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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1991-09-24 MINUTES PALM DESERT ARCHITECTURAL COMMISSION SEPTEMBER 24, 1991 I. CALL TO ORDER: The meeting was called to order at 12:20 p.m. Commission Members_ Current Meeting Year to Date Present Absent Present Absent. Ron Gregory, Chairman X 17 1 Rick Holden X 16 2 Frank. Urrutia X 14 4 Chris Van Vliet X 15 3 Kirby Warner X 1 0 Wayne Connor, Alternate X 11 7 Staff Present: Steve Smith Jeff Winklepleck Steve Buchanan Daisy Garcia Donna Bitter II . APPROVAL OF MINUTES: It was moved by Commissioner Urrutia, seconded by Commissioner Holden, to approve the minutes of the September 10, 1991 meeting as amended. Motion carried 4-0-1 , Commissioner Warner abstaining. III. It was moved by Commissioner Urrutia, seconded by Commissioner Van Vliet, to approve the following cases by minute motion. Motion carried 5-0. A. Final Drawing: 1. CASE NO. : 2021 SA APPLICANT (AND ADDRESS): SWAIN SIGNS for HOVLEY TIRE, 9360 7t.h Street, Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730 NATURE OF PROJECT/APPROVAL SOUGHT: Approval of business identification sign LOCATION: 74-894 42nd Avenue ZONE: S. I . Commission approved the business identification sign, by minute motion, subject to the signage being the only sign on the building and it being non-illuminated. MINUTES ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMISSION SEPTEMBER 24, 1991 2. CASE NO. : 1996 SA APPLICANT (AND ADDRESS): OLIPHANT & L1ZZA DEVELOPMENT GROUP for SUPER BLOCK, 75-140 St. Charles Place, Palm Desert, CA 92260 NATURE OF PROJECT/APPROVAL SOUGHT: Approval of sign program LOCATION: Northeast corner of Highway III and Portola Avenue ZONE: C-1 S.P. Commission continued the case at the applicant's request. 3. CASE NO.: 2025 SA APPLICANT (AND ADDRESS): ULTRANEON SIGN COMPANY for L.G. 'S STEAKHOUSE, 73-305 Riata Trail , Palm Desert, CA 92260 NATURE OF PROJECT/APPROVAL SOUGHT: Approval of business identification signage LOCATION: 74-225 Highway III ZONE: C-1 , S.P. IV. CASES: A. Final Drawings: 1. CASE NO.: VAR 91-3 APPLICANT (AND ADDRESS): FOXX DEVELOPMENT CORP. , 74-818 Velie Way, Suite 12, Palm Desert, CA 92260 NATURE OF PROJECT/APPROVAL SOUGHT: Final working drawings for storefront remodel LOCATION: 73-811 El Paseo ZONE: C-1 The applicant, Jim Foxx, presented the proposed floor plan and elevations noting that the front display windows will extend out approximately 8 feet in front of the blank portions of the walls. Chairman Gregory noted that he liked the way the building steps and felt it looked less disturbing. Chairman Gregory asked about 2 1%1W lw MINUTES ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMISSION SEPTEMBER 24, 1991 ramping at the entrance to allow for handicap access. Mr. Foxx discussed how the handicap entrance worked into the inside of the entrance. Commissioner Urrutia directed the applicant to check with the building and safety department to verify that this type of handicap ramp would be acceptable. He added that the size of the landing would also have to be confirmed. Chairman Gregory reminded the applicant that the commission wanted to see the penthouse structure phased out. Commissioner Van Vliet felt that there were too many details missing to give the plans preliminary approval at this point. Action: It was moved by Commissioner Urrutia, seconded by Commissioner Van Vliet to grant preliminary approval on the architectural plans only with the following conditions: 1 ) Awning structure not approved until the detailed design has been resolved with commission. 2) Provide color board. Commission suggested the possibility of shading colors to emphasize the entrance. 3) The main entry element (tower) to be extended back onto the roof another 5 or b feet. 4) Entry canopy has a skylight on the tower portion. Commission would like to see that element become a visible design of the building. 5) Provide detailed landscaping plan. Motion carried 4-0-1 , Commissioner Holden abstaining. 2. CASE NO. : PP 90-24 APPLICANT (AND ADDRESS) : CURTIS RICHARD SHUPE for ROBIN PLAZA, 35-325 Date Palm Drive, Suite 213, Cathedral City, Ca 92234 NATURE OF PROJECT/APPROVAL SOUGHT: Approval of final working drawings LOCATION: Southeast corner of El Paseo and Sage ZONE: C-1 The applicant, Mr. Shupe, presented the final working drawings showing the tower element changes as previously directed by commission. Commissioner Urrutia discussed the handicapped spaces with Mr. Shupe noting that he should verify the requirements with the building and safety department.. Commissioner Urrutia added that the end parking space has to be a minimum of 11 feet wide. 3 ``MW MINUTES ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMISSION SEPTEMBER 24, 1991 Action: It was moved by Commissioner Holden, seconded by Commissioner Urrutia, to approve the architectural final working drawings with the following conditions: 1) Glass to be a minimum of 10 feet from the property line. Applicant directed to confirm this requirement with the building and safety department. 2) Roof mounted equipment to be screened. 3) Applicant to provide material and color board on the hardscape. 4) Ten foot parking space at end of parking area to be changed to a minimum of 11 feet. 5) Carport structure design to be submitted for approval . Commission granted conceptual approval to the landscaping design directing the applicant to address the following: 1 ) Use of caiifornia fan palms along E1 Paseo would create problems. Suggest a different type selection for this area. 2) Sun type shrubs are indicated for planting below the covered parking areas. They should be replaced with shrubs more appropriate for shade. 3) The symbols on the landscape legend do not relate to the proper names. Commission requires that a tightened up plan be submitted for preliminary landscaping approval . Motion carried 5-0. 3. CASE NO. : 2024 SA APPLICANT (AND ADDRESS) : CREATIVE COVERINGS, INC. for IMAGINE THIS GALLERY AND FRAMING, 1245 So. Gene Autry Trail ##10, Palm Springs, CA 92264 NATURE OF PROJECT/APPROVAL SOUGHT: Business identification signage LOCATION: 73-360 Highway III ZONE: (-1 (S.P. ) Jeff Winklepleck presented the proposal for the 27' drop type awning noting that staff was concerned with the 12" letters as code allows for a maximum of B" letters. He added that code did not encourage the drop type awnings. Commissioner Warner did not. 4 MINUTES ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMISSION SEPTEMBER 24, 1991 like the drop type awning, stating that he would prefer the awning design used on the adjacent storefronts. Action: It was moved by Commissioner Holden, seconded by Commissioner Van Vliet, to approve the proposed business identification awning with the following conditions: 1 ) Letter size to a maximum of 8". 2) Non- illuminated awning approved. Applicant to provide complete electrical plans for final approval if they wish to install a back-lit awning. Motion carried 4-1 , Commissioner Warner voting No. 4. CASE NO. : CUP 87-9 APPLICANT (AND ADDRESS) : PAPA DAN'S PIZZA AND PASTA, 73- 131 Country Club Drive, Building C-9, Palm Desert., CA 92260 NATURE OF PROJECT/APPROVAL SOUGHT: Remodel of front patio LOCATION: 73-131 Country Club Drive, Building C-9 ZONE: PC Steve Smith reported that the applicant was proposing to create an enclosed area in which he would locate a maximum seating of 42. He indicated that staff was concerned with the deletion of a handicap space, noting that the building and safety department would have to be shown where this parking space is being replaced on the site. The applicant, Dan Facela, provided the property owners signature for approval of the remodel . Commissioner Holden asked if staff was concerned with the fact that the center would be loosing a parking space. Mr. Smith replied that he was more concerned with the number of handicapped spaces provided for the center. Commissioner Urrutia felt that the issue of deleting a parking space was a major concern and would have to be worked out with the building and safety department before he would be willing to approve the remodel . Commissioner Urrutia was also concerned with the wail as it was located within two feet of the curb. He noted that unless the applicant added some type of parking bumpers vehicles would hit the wall . He did not feel that the parking spaces were deep enough as shown on the proposed plan. Commissioner Holden noted 5 '*Arrr MINUTES ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMISSION SEPTEMBER 24, 1991 that the parking spaces would need to be a minimum of 20 feet deep. This would allow for two feet between the parking bumper and the curb. Chairman Gregory discussed his concerns with the landscaping in front of the wall . Mr. Smith asked if the remaining sidewalk would be large enough for wheelchair use. Mr. Buchanan from the building and safety department replied that it would have to be a minimum of 48" wide. Action: It was moved by Commissioner Van Vliet, seconded by Commissioner Warner, to continue the request directing the applicant to restudy the commission's concerns as follows: 1 ) Resolve concern with staff on the elimination of the handicapped parking space. 2) Parking spaces along the wall to be a minimum of 20 feet to allow for a bumper curb that will be at least two feet from the curb. 3) Provide for landscaping in front of the wall . 4) Sidewalk to be a minimum of 48" to accommodate wheelchair use. Motion carried 5-0. B. Preliminary Plans: 1. CASE NO.: PP 90-13 APPLICANT (AND ADDRESS): DSL SERVICE CO. , 3501 Jamboree Road, Suite 5000, North Tower, Newport Beach, CA 92658-6030 NATURE OF PROJECT/APPROVAL SOUGHT: Preliminary approval of revised architectural plans for Downey Savings building LOCATION: Fred Waring Drive and Highway 111 , Pad No. 8 ZONE: P.C. (3) S.P. The architect for the applicant, Ms. Sue Quan, presented revised elevations showing the recessed planter areas as well as the high window detailing. She noted that the towers had been lowered and additional open roof detailing had been provided. Commissioner Urrutia asked about the exterior materials for the building. Ms. Quan replied that it was proposed as all stucco. Commissioner Urrutia felt that building lacked the richness that could be 6 MINUTES ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMISSION SEPTEMBER 24, 1991 provided with different types of materials such as stone or tiles. Commissioner Holden felt that if this building was to be unique and special , the plant-on columns would not work. He agreed that they should be replaced with either stone or pre-cast fascias and columns. Commissioner Urrutia stated that he still was not sold on the type of architecture chosen for the site. Commissioner Holden felt that the architecture and scale was improving; however, his concern was with the proposed materials. He felt that the richness needed could be achieved with additional stone and the work. Commissioner Urrutia referred to the Columbia Savings buildings as an example of what he was looking for stating that all of their buildings were unique. He noted that the commission was looking for something unique yet compatible with the center. Action: It was moved by Commissioner Holden, seconded by Commissioner Van Vliet, to grant conceptual approval of the revised preliminary architectural plans subject to the use of quality materials to keep up with the quality design and directed the applicant to address the following concerns: I ) In order to create the unique building city council has required, commission felt that plant-ons should be avoided. Stone or pre-cast fascias and columns were suggested. 2) Commission directed the applicant to use a variety of materials rather than all stucco to bring out the richness and authenticity the building is lacking. Commission suggested that some of the different colored stucco be changed to a more enriched tile or upgraded material . 3) Applicant to be true to the detailing of the architecture being used. Window trim material to be changed from metal to wood in shaded areas. 4) Restudy south elevation to provide more detail . Motion carried 4-0-1 , Chairman Gregory abstaining. C. Miscellaneous Cases: 1. CASE NO. : APPLICANT (AND ADDRESS) : DAVE JENKINS, 73-551 Theodora Lane, Palm Desert, CA 92260 7 MINUTES ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMISSION SEPTEMBER 24, 1991 NATURE OF PROJECT/APPROVAL SOUGHT: Approval of 17 foot single family house LOCATION: 48-989 Barberry Lane ZONE: R-1 , 10,000 Action: It was moved by Commissioner Holden, seconded by Commissioner Van Vliet, to grant approval of the 17 foot single family house based on the letter of approval received from the Linda Vista Estates Architectural Committee. Motion carried 5-0. 2. CASE NO.: APPLICANT (AND ADDRESS) : JEFF ENGLEHART, 73-373 Country Club Drive, ##1604, Palm Desert, CA 92260 NATURE OF PROJECT/APPROVAL SOUGHT: Approval Of 17'6" single family house LOCATION: 73-101 Be] Air Road ZONE: R-1 , 10,000 Action: It was moved by Commissioner Holden, seconded by Commissioner Urrutia, to approve the 17'6°" single family house plans pending receipt of letter of approval from the Linda Vista Estates Architectral Committee. Motion carried 5-0. V. ADJOURNMENT: The meeting was adjourned at 2:35 p.m. --STEVE SMITH ASSOCIATE PLANNER SS/db 8