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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1996-11-12 MINUTES PALM DESERT ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMISSION NOVEMBER 12, 1996 I. CALL TO ORDER: The meeting was called to order at 12:20 p.m. Commissioners Present: Current Meeting Year to Date Present Absent Present Absent Richard Holden(excused) X 3 2 Frank Urrutia X 5 0 Chris Van Vliet (excused) X 4 1 Wayne Connor X 4 1 Richard O'Donnell X 5 0 Ronald Gregory X 5 0 Staff Present: Steve Smith Martin Alvarez Steve Buchanan Daisy Garcia Donna Bitter II. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: It was moved by Commissioner Gregory, seconded by Commissioner Urrutia, to approve the minutes of the October 22, 1996 meeting as submitted. Motion carried 4-0, Commissioners Holden and Van Vliet Absent. III. CASES: A. Final Drawings: 1. CASE NO.: 4731 SA APPLICANT (AND ADDRESS): LITECO SIGNS for TRIBAL TOUCH RUGS &MORE, 72-711 Ramon Road, Suite 3, Thousand Palms, CA 92276 NATURE OF PROJECT/APPROVAL SOUGHT: Approval of revised business identification signage LOCATION: 73-983 Highway 111 1..* MINUTES ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMISSION NOVEMBER 12, 1996 ZONE: C-1 Martin Alvarez informed the commission that this item was before them at their last meeting and that the applicant was back to show that they reduced the size of the sign on the north elevation to 18" x 9" to hang it on the bottom of the overhang. He added that the sign on the east elevation would be centered. Action It was moved by Commissioner O'Donnell, seconded by Commissioner Connor, to approve the revised sign program as submitted. Motion carried 4-0, Commissioners Holden and Van Vliet Absent. 2. CASE NO.: APPLICANT MD ADDRESS): INLAND ELECTRICAL ADVERTISING for CARPET+. 1640 W. Commerce, Corona, CA 91720 NATURE OF PROJECT/APPROVAL SOUGHT: Approval of business identification signage LOCATION: 45-120 San Pablo Avenue, Suite 2-G ZONE: C-1 Steve Smith presented photographs of the sign indicating that it was installed without a permit. He noted that, at the city's request, they did take the sign down. The applicant, Robert Morocco, explained that the signs were moved here from a previous location. Commissioner Gregory felt that the signage would be difficult to read in the proposed location because the area was already too busy. Action It was moved by Commissioner Urrutia, seconded by Commissioner O'Donnell, to approve the signage in the color submitted subject to locating them in the two areas on the north elevation as noted on the plans by the commission. Motion carried 4-0, Commissioners Holden and Van Vliet Absent. 2 MINUTES ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMISSION NOVEMBER 12, 1996 3. CASE NO.: 432 C APPLICANT (AND ADDRESS): MICHAEL KINER ASSOCIATES for BLUE COYOTE RESTAURANT, 73-625 Highway 111, Suite F, Palm Desert, CA 92260 NATURE OF PROJECT/APPROVAL SOUGHT: Approval of exterior remodel LOCATION: 72-760 El Paseo ZONE: C-1 Steve Smith presented the proposed plans for the revised elevations indicating that the conversion included the addition of a new patio with a wrought iron fence in the back of the restaurant. He added that the awnings would be located on the north, south and east elevations. Mr. Alvarez asked how high the wrought iron fence would be around the back patio. The applicant, Karen French, indicated that the fence would be 48" high. Mr. Smith felt that there were enough colors in the same range in the signage that is could be considered a total of three colors. Ms. French added that the logo, without any writing,would be on the front awning,with"Foods From Mexico &The Southwest" on the back and side awnings. Action It was moved by Commissioner O'Donnell, seconded by Commissioner Connor, to approve the plans for the remodel, including signage, as submitted. Motion carried 4-0, Commissioners Holden and Van Vliet Absent. 4. CASE NO.: APPLICANT (AND ADDRESS): T.K.D. ASSOCIATES, INC. for THE CANYONS AT BIGHORN, 2121 E. Tahquitz Way, Suite 1, Palm Springs, CA 92262 NATURE OF PROJECT/APPROVAL SOUGHT: Approval of landscape plans for well site 3 MINUTES ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMISSION NOVEMBER 12, 1996 LOCATION: Southwest corner of Ironwood Park The applicant, Tom Dozzi, addressed the commission to state that the developer will maintain the site and that he concurred with the comments noted on the plans by Eric Johnson. Action It was moved by Commissioner Connor, seconded by Commissioner Gregory, to approve the landscape plans subject to incorporating the comments noted by Eric Johnson. Motion carried 4-0, Commissioners Holden and Van Vliet Absent. 5. CASE NO.: PP 84-37 APPLICANT (AND ADDRESS): LEE CAREL for SANDLEE APARTMENTS, 144 Madrid Avenue, Palm Desert, CA 92260 NATURE OF PROJECT/APPROVAL SOUGHT: Approval of final architectural and landscaping plans for nine unit apartment complex LOCATION: Southwest corner of Santa Rosa and San Pasqual ZONE: R-2 4,000 Steve Smith noted that the applicant entered into a development agreement with the City in 1984 and then decided it was not time to proceed with the project. He noted that the development agreement was still valid. Commissioner Urrutia asked if the plan met the city's parking requirements. Mr. Smith indicated that it did. Action It was moved by Commissioner O'Donnell, seconded by Commissioner Urrutia, to approve the final architectural and landscaping plans subject to the following conditions: 1) Landscaping pallet for the parkway changed to a more drought tolerant, desert pallet with a drip irrigation system; 2) Move the carport one space to the north; 3) Provide privacy walls along Santa Rosa and San Pasqual; 4) Provide windows on the blank end walls. Motion carried 4-0, Commissioners Holden and Van Vliet Absent. 4 MINUTES ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMISSION NOVEMBER 12, 1996 6. CASE NO.: PP 94-5 APPLICANT (AND ADDRESS): DRS. FRANK AND JANET KERRIGAN, 40-100 Washington Street,Bermuda Dunes, CA 92201 NATURE OF PROJECT/APPROVAL SOUGHT: Review of side yard tie-in wall LOCATION: 44-575 Washington Street ZONE: R-3 2,000 Steve Smith presented proposed drawings showing the wall moved forward and creating a front gate. Commissioner Urrutia questioned the signage on the drawing. Mr. Smith indicated that the only request on the agenda was for approval of the tie-in wall. Action It was moved by Commissioner Gregory, seconded by Commissioner Connor, to approve the plans for the wall subject to bringing it back 12" so it is not in line with the existing front wall. Motion carried 4-0, Commissioners Holden and Van Vliet Absent. 7. CASE NO.: TT 23940-3 APPLICANT (AND ADDRESS): FOXX DEVELOPMENT for SUNTERRACE, 73-111 El Paseo, Suite 200, Palm Desert, CA 92260 NATURE OF PROJECT/APPROVAL SOUGHT: Approval of elevations and site plan for model home in Phase 3 LOCATION : Sunterrace (Northwest corner of Hovley Lane East and Eldorado Drive) ZONE: PR-5 Steve Smith presented the working drawings for one model home indicating that Mr. Foxx will be developing a total of 45 lots in an existing tract. He stated that staff would like to send the existing property owners a notice giving them an 5 MINUTES ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMISSION NOVEMBER 12, 1996 opportunity to be heard. Commissioner Gregory asked if the average sales price of the homes would be lower than the existing homes. The applicant, Mr. Jim Foxx, indicated that the first phase was built and sold from the $250,000's and that two years ago larger houses were built and sold for$550,000 to $750,000. Mr. Foxx indicated that the price of his homes start at $275,000 with an average sales price of$400,000. Mr. Smith stated that staff is looking for a similar street scape look. Mr. Foxx indicated that he is planning on offering three different elevations and would be back before the commission at their next meeting with the proposed elevations for the other two models. Commissioner O'Donnell wanted to insure that the existing property owners were notified and their comments heard. Commissioner Urrutia asked to see photographs of what is there now so he can see visually what the tract will look like. Mr. Foxx replied that he had colored renderings from his homes at Sterling Cove in Rancho Mirage that he could bring back to the commission as they are the same homes he is proposing for this location. Mr. Smith added that landscaping plans would also have to be submitted to the commission for approval. Commissioner Urrutia added that color samples also needed to be provided. Action It was moved by Commissioner Urrutia, seconded by Commissioner O'Donnell, to approve the elevations for the one model to be located on Lot 12 only with the understanding that the plans for the other two designs are presented to the commission for approval. Motion carried 4-0, Commissioners Holden and Van Vliet Absent. 8. CASE NO.: 4732 SA APPLICANT (AND ADDRESSI: STEVE WILLIAMSON for FITIGUES, 15108 Alicante, La Mirada, CA 90638 NATURE OF PROJECT/APPROVAL SOUGHT: Approval of awnings LOCATION: 73-100 El Paseo, Suite 6 ZONE: C-1 6 *40,," MINUTES ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMISSION NOVEMBER 12, 1996 Steve Smith informed the commission that the awnings were continued from the last meeting as the applicant was not present and staff did not know what the awning material would be. He presented a sample of the aluminum material requested by the applicant. Commissioner Gregory felt that if the aluminum was approved for the awning that it would have to be a heavy brushed finish. Action It was moved by Commissioner O'Donnell, seconded by Commissioner Gregory, to approve the awnings in the natural Sumbrella canvas material with the aluminum frame tubing as submitted. Motion carried 3-0, Commissioners Connor,Holden and Van Vliet Absent. 9. CASE NO.: PP 95-8 APPLICANT(AND ADDRESS): DESIGN DEVELOPMENT for FRED WARING OFFICE PLAZA, 69-730 Highway 111, Suite 118, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270 NATURE OF PROJECT/APPROVAL SOUGHT: Final approval of revised landscaping plan for medical office building LOCATION: South side of Fred Waring Drive between San Pasqual and San Pablo ZONE: O.P. Steve Smith presented the revised landscaping plan. Action It was moved by Commissioner Urrutia, seconded by Commissioner O'Donnell, to approve the revised landscaping plan subject to the changes noted on the plan by Eric Johnson and placement of lineal root guards at 18" deep. Motion carried 2-0-1, Commissioner Gregory Abstaining and Commissioners Connor, Holden and Van Vliet Absent. 7 MINUTES ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMISSION NOVEMBER 12, 1996 B. Preliminary Plans: 1. CASE NO.: PP 86-28 Amendment No. 2 APPLICANT (AND ADDRESS): Mr. David Geiser c/o MCG ARCHITECTS for 111 TOWN CENTER, 4180 La Jolla Village, La Jolla, CA 92037 NATURE OF PROJECT/APPROVAL SOUGHT: Approval of revised signage and elevations for Best Buy LOCATION: 111 Town Center(west side of Town Center Way between Highway 111 and Fred Waring Drive) ZONE: P.C. (3) S.P. Steve Smith reported that Best Buy went before the city council at it's last meeting for sign review. He reported that the sign was never reviewed at the council meeting because the architecture took precedence. As well staff had a meeting with Della Kolpin, the architect for Best Buy, David Geiser, Mayor Snyder, Commissioner Holden and Commissioner O'Donnell. The revised elevations before the commission are the results of that meeting. Mr. Smith showed how the wedge is now 35'high and stated that the other concern of the council was the vividness of the blue wedge. He also noted that the sign was reduced to 161 square feet to bring in into conformity with the code. Ms. Kolpin presented tile/stucco samples for the wedge. She also showed how the trellis was extended. Commissioner Urrutia asked if the detail was changed at the bottom of the wedge. Ms. Kolpin indicated that the wedge was pulled out from the building and was brought up higher. Mr. Smith suggested that Ms. Kolpin bring the original rendering to the council meeting to compare the old and the new elevations. Commissioner Urrutia asked about emphasizing the entry more making the height of the trellis higher. Commissioner Gregory asked about bringing the blue tile down all the way. Commissioner Urrutia felt that the entry element should be brought all the way down or taken all the way up. Ms. Kolpin indicated that they would need to keep a masonry base because of the carts banging up the area. Commissioner Urrutia suggested raising the parking lot so that there would be a zero curb at the area where the carts access the parking. He also felt that some enhanced paving around the entrance area should be added. 8 N"001 "Moe MINUTES ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMISSION NOVEMBER 12, 1996 Commission preferred the blue tile sample No. 180 for the wedge and asked that the yellow for the ticket signage be more muted than what was shown at the meeting. Commissioner Urrutia added that the yellow should be a more sun yellow. Commission preferred Plexi-Glass No. 2465 for the yellow background. Action It was moved by Commissioner Urrutia, seconded by Commissioner O'Donnell, to recommend to city council to approve the revised signage and elevations for Best Buy subject to the following conditions: 1) The main tower element be a minimum 12" x 12" blue tile (No. 180) as presented; 2) Revise the support design wedge where it meets the ground to eliminate one of the openings and continue the tile all the way down to the ground; 3) Raise the grade on the driveway to eliminate the curb at the entrance and add paving (i.e. colored concrete); 4) Sign color background to be in the Plexi-Glass No. 2465 range in metal. Motion carried 4-0, Commissioners Holden and Van Vliet Absent. 2. CASE NO.: PP 96-11 APPLICANT (AND ADDRESS): GENERAL CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT for PACIFIC ASSISTED LIVING FACILITY, 41-865 Boardwalk, Suite 12, Palm Desert, CA 92211 NATURE OF PROJECT/APPROVAL SOUGHT: Review of 20-unit assisted living complex LOCATION: 44-424 San Carlos and 73-685 Catalina Way ZONE: R-2 Steve Smith presented colored renderings along with a color sample board. He indicated that the parking had changed somewhat and that staff had informed the applicant that there was a concern with spaces 16 to 21. Mr. Smith noted that the parking ordinance requires parking at one space per unit but if they can show that the residents are directed towards an age group that would not drive, the parking can be reduced. The applicant, Gary Covel, indicated that the median age is 83. 9 MINUTES ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMISSION NOVEMBER 12, 1996 Commissioner Gregory felt that the original site plan was better. Commissioner Urrutia felt that the 20' straight up wall at the administration building was too severe right on the street and would rather see more of a slope. Action It was moved by Commissioner Urrutia, seconded by Commissioner Gregory, to continue the request to allow the applicant to revise the plans with the following direction: 1) Push parking area further to the west; 2) Relocate trash enclosure to create some type of access to the kitchen area; 3) Redesign administration building to eliminate the 20'high wall on the street; 4) Delete parking spaces along the street. Motion carried 4-0, Commissioners Holden and Van Vliet Absent. IV. ADJOURNMENT: The meeting was adjourned at 3:00 p.m. ST VE SMITH PLANNING MANAGER SS/db 10