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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2000-08-22 PALM DESERT ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMISSION TUESDAY, AUGUST 22, 2000 MINUTES **************************************************************************************************** I. CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order at 12:30 p.m. Commissioners Present Current Meetina Year to Date Present Absent Present Absent Wayne Connor X 13 3 Ronald Gregory X 14 2 Kristi Hanson X 10 0 Neil Lingle X 11 2 Richard O'Donnell X 13 3 Chris Van Vliet X 14 2 John Vuksic X 13 1 Staff Present: Phil Drell, Planning Director Steve Smith, Planning Manager Martin Alvarez, Associate Planner Kim Chafin, Senior Office Assistant II. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Commissioner Connor moved, seconded by Commissioner Hanson, to approve the minutes of the August 8, 2000 meeting. Motion carried 4-0-2, with Commissioners Van Vliet and Vuksic absent and Commissioners Lingle and O'Donnell abstaining III. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS None. 1 *401 ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMISSION AUGUST 22, 2000 MINUTES IV. CASES 1. CASE NO.: PP 00-4 APPLICANT (AND ADDRESS BOB RICCIARDI, 75-090 St. Charles Place, Palm Desert, CA 92211 for L.V. INVESTMENTS, LLC, 75-150 St. Charles Place, Palm Desert, CA 92211 NATURE OF PROJECT/APPROVAL SOUGHT: Approval of final working drawings for a 4,900 square foot industrial building (Building No. 2) and landscaping LOCATION: 42-100 Beacon Hill ZONE: S.I. Mr. Alvarez reported that Building No. 2 is a 4,900 square foot industrial building which received preliminary approval on May 23, 2000. The applicant's final working drawings are consistent with the preliminary approval. The final landscape plan includes landscaping for Building Nos. 1 and 2. The City Landscape Manager has reviewed the plans and has suggested some changes. Staff recommends that the Commission grant approval of the final working drawings subject to the applicant providing an acceptable landscape plan prior to rough framing inspection. Action: Commissioner Connor moved, seconded by Commissioner Lingle, to grant approval of final working drawings subject to the applicant providing an acceptable landscape plan prior to rough framing inspection. The motion carried 5-0, with Commissioners Van Vliet and Vuksic absent. 2 ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMISSION AUGUST 22, 2000 MINUTES 2. CASE NO.: PP 99-22 APPLICANT (AND ADDRESS): JOE COKER, BREEZE AIR, 75-145 St. Charles Place, Palm Desert, CA 92260 NATURE OF PROJECT/APPROVAL SOUGHT: Approval of final working drawings LOCATION: 75-145 St. Charles Place ZONE: S.I. Action: Commissioner Connor moved, seconded by Commissioner Lingle, to grant approval of final working drawings subject to the applicant providing an acceptable landscape plan prior to rough framing inspection. The motion carried 5-0, with Commissioners Van Vliet and Vuksic absent. 3. CASE NO.: MISC 00-16 APPLICANT (AND ADDRESSt MICHAEL & RALENE SHIMON, 74-301 Myrsine, Palm Desert, CA 92260 NATURE OF PROJECT/APPROVAL SOUGHT: Approval of detached accessory structure in rear yard LOCATION: 77-905 Delaware ZONE: RE (40,000) Mr. Smith reported that the applicant requests approval of a 2,100 square foot accessory building with a 15-foot setback. Code requires a 50-foot setback. The Commission may recall approving a home on the front of the lot several months ago. The proposed accessory structure is shown at 18 feet in height with its narrow end facing the rear property line. The structure will be subject to a conditional use permit before the Planning Commission. 3 *140 ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMISSION AUGUST 22, 2000 MINUTES Staff recommends that the Architectural Review Commission grant approval. Action: Commissioner Connor moved, seconded by Commissioner Lingle, to approve the plans as submitted. The motion carried 5-0, with Commissioners Van Vliet and Vuksic absent. 4. CASE NO.: TT 28590 APPLICANT (AND ADDRESS SOUTHLAND COMMUNITIES, One Columbia, Suite 2020, Aliso Viejo, CA 92656 NATURE OF PROJECT/APPROVAL SOUGHT: Final approval of perimeter landscape plans for a 64-lot subdivision LOCATION: Northwest corner of Fred Waring Drive and Phyllis Jackson ZONE: PR-4 Mr. Alvarez reported that the preliminary landscape plan for the perimeter of the proposed tract received approval at the March 9, 1999 meeting with a condition that plant and tree spacing be increased and/or reducing the amount of material. Spencer Knight, the City Landscape Manager, has reviewed the final landscape plan and his comments are included on the plans. Mr. Knight would like to delete the use of pine trees and eliminate the massing of ground cover such as Lantana, especially next to other shrubs. Over time, the material grows into each other, creating a large mass of materials. Staff recommends that the Architectural Review Commission grant final approval subject to the comments made on the plan by the City Landscape Manager. Action: Commissioner Connor moved, seconded by Commissioner Lingle, to grant final approval of the perimeter landscape plans. The motion carried 5-0, with Commissioners Van Vliet and Vuksic absent. 4 *440 ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMISSION AUGUST 22, 2000 MINUTES 5. CASE NO.: C 00-7 APPLICANT (AND ADDRESS): CHICO'S c/o CHURCHILL MANAGEMENT, 73-061 El Paseo #200, Palm Desert, CA 92260 NATURE OF PROJECT/APPROVAL SOUGHT: Approval of remodel and expansion with new storefront, awning and signage LOCATION: 73-100 EI Paseo #4 & #5 ZONE: C-1 Mr. Smith reported that the applicant seeks approval of plans for the remodel, new storefront, sign and awnings with signage. The new storefront will be glass with stainless steel with two sets of entry doors. Above the new glass storefront a series of five sloping black fabric awnings are proposed, each with "Chico's" in white 10-inch letters. Above the awnings a reverse channel sign, 20-inch high black letters, using purple neon similar to Iris, is proposed. Staff recommends that the Architectural Review Commission approve the plans as submitted. Action: Commissioner Connor moved, seconded by Commissioner Lingle, to approve the plans as submitted. The motion carried 5-0, with Commissioners Van Vliet and Vuksic absent. 5 140� ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMISSION AUGUST 22, 2000 MINUTES 6. CASE NO.: SA 00-69 APPLICANT (AND ADDRESSL ED GOLDBERG c/o BG'S ECLECTIC, 73-130 El Paseo, Palm Desert, CA 92260 NATURE OF PROJECT/APPROVAL SOUGHT: Approval of awning with signage LOCATION: 73-130 El Paseo ZONE: C-1 Ms. Chafin reported that the applicant requests approval of an awning with signage for BG's Eclectic, 73-130 El Paseo. The business has 17 feet of linear frontage along the street. The Community Development Department has approved the proposed storefront remodel,which basically entails a pop- out display window on either side of a central entry point. The proposed awning would be located over the new display window and entry and would measure 5'6" in height. The frame finish will be steel grey semi-gloss to match the storefront metal. The awning fabric will be silver grey. A material sample will be available for review at the meeting. The sign copy will be ivory colored and will measure 13 inches for the largest letters and nine inches for the smallest letters. The letters will be cut out of translucent fabric and sewn in, with a light box located behind to illuminate the letters. Staff recommends that the light box be screened from view from below. Existing awnings on the building vary in design, color, material and height (see attached photos). Staff recommends that the Architectural Review Commission approve the plans with a condition that the light box be screened from view from below. Action: Commissioner Connor moved, seconded by Commissioner Lingle, to approve the plans with the condition that the light box be screened from view from below and that the font style of"BG's" match the font style of"Eclectic" as "Eclectic" is shown on the plans. The motion carried 5-0, with Commissioners Van Vliet and Vuksic absent. 6 ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMISSION AUGUST 22, 2000 MINUTES 7. CASE NO.: SA 00-71 APPLICANT (AND ADDRESS): EARL NASH, c/o WE THE PEOPLE FORMS & SERVICE CENTERS OF COACHELLA VALLEY, INC., 73-241 Highway 111, Palm Desert, CA 92260 NATURE OF PROJECT/APPROVAL SOUGHT: Approval of replacement awning with signage LOCATION: 73-241 Highway 111 ZONE: C-1 Ms. Chafin reported that the applicant requests approval to replace the existing awning to accommodate the new tenant, We The People Forms and Service Centers of Coachella Valley, located at 73-241 Highway 111. The existing frame will be retained, and it measures five feet high, 29 feet long and 6'3" deep with a 1'6" overhang (see attached photographs). The new awning will consist of a marine blue opaque background with white copy. The copy will be centered on the awning over the building entry. The words "We The People"will be in 12-inch letters centered above the words "LEGAL DOCUMENT SERVICES", which will be in six-inch letters. A bell graphic will be located on either side of the text. Staff would note that the existing display window frame color matches the existing awning color, and would suggest that the display window frame either match the new awning color or be painted to match the building stucco color. The proposed replacement awning with signage complies with the City's Sign Ordinance and is compatible with the building and the surrounding area. Staff recommends that the Architectural Review Commission approve the request for a replacement awning retaining the existing frame and utilizing a blue opaque background, white copy with 12-inch and six-inch high text, and that the display window frame either match the new awning color or be painted to match the building stucco color. Action: Commissioner Connor moved, seconded by Commissioner Lingle, to approve the plans as submitted. The motion carried 5-0, with Commissioners Van Vliet and Vuksic absent. 7 '`M ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMISSION AUGUST 22, 2000 MINUTES 8. CASE NO.: C 00-1 APPLICANT (AND ADDRESS. JUAN CARLOS OCHOA, 73-221 Highway 111, Palm Desert, CA 92260 NATURE OF PROJECT/APPROVAL SOUGHT: Approval of courtyard landscaping LOCATION: 73-628 Highway 111 ZONE: C-1 Mr. Alvarez reported that, pursuant to the Commission's request, the applicant has submitted a landscape plan for the courtyard area. Spencer Knight, the City Landscape Manager, has reviewed the plans and indicated that he would like to see more color incorporated into the courtyard design, and also noted that the trees in the back won't fit because of the planter size. Staff recommends that the Architectural Review Commission approve the plans subject to incorporating the recommendations written on the plans by the City Landscape Manager. Chairman Gregory agreed that the planters are too small to accommodate much of anything and suggested that the applicant cooperate with future development next door to maximize the potential for trees, with which Mr. Ochoa concurred. Action: Commissioner Connor moved, seconded by Commissioner Hanson, to approve the plans subject to the comments written on the plans by the City Landscape Manager. The motion carried 5-0, with Commissioners Van Vliet and Vuksic absent. 8 `V ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMISSION AUGUST 22, 2000 MINUTES 9. CASE NO.: TT 29444 APPLICANT (AND ADDRESS TOM HALLECK, P.O. Box 696, Cathedral City, CA 92234 NATURE OF PROJECT/APPROVAL SOUGHT: Preliminary approval of revised architecture of six models for a 32 single-family lots LOCATION: West side of Portola north of Frank Sinatra Drive ZONE: PR-5 Mr. Smith reported that the applicant has requested a continuance. Action: Commissioner Connor moved, seconded by Commissioner Hanson, to continue the case at the applicant's request. The motion carried 5-0, with Commissioners Van Vliet and Vuksic absent. 10. CASE NO.: TT 29692 APPLICANT (AND ADDRESS): RINCON ENTERPRISES LLC, P. O. Box 5005, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270 NATURE OF PROJECT/APPROVAL SOUGHT: Preliminary approval of perimeter landscaping for nine single-family home subdivision LOCATION: 46-200 Portola Avenue ZONE: R-1 (10,000) Mr. Alvarez reported that the subject property is located on the east side of Portola Avenue, 300 feet south of Fairway Drive. The site consists of a 2.72- acre property proposed to be subdivided into nine single-family lots. 9 ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMISSION AUGUST 22, 2000 MINUTES The applicant seeks approval of the perimeter landscape plan. The property has approximately 400 feet of frontage on Portola Avenue. The applicant plans on developing custom lots with an Italian countryside architectural theme. The project name is "The Cypress." The plans for the homes will be reviewed by the Architectural Review Commission at a later date. At this time the applicant would like to receive comment on the perimeter landscape plan. The plan proposes to continue the romantic Italian countryside theme through the use of cypress and olive trees, shrubs and mounded lawn. The perimeter walls will be textured to resemble a weathered or antique finish. Staff met with the applicant on August 16, 2000 to discuss our issue relating to the use of large amounts of lawn and materials typically not used and endorsed by the City as desert landscaping. As policy the City has encouraged and required the use of drought tolerant and native material within the public right-of-ways. The applicant is aware of staffs position and would like to receive comment from the Architectural Review Commission prior to moving on to the Planning Commission. Staff recommends that the Architectural Review Commission review and comment on the perimeter landscape plan. Commissioner Hanson was concerned about the inappropriate proportions of the entry tower in relation to the entry gates, and noted that the tower appears to be an eight-foot box with an 18-foot high tower, and she would suggest angling the bottom out. Steve Jones, the applicant's representative, felt that the tower should remain unchanged and indicated that the objective is to create a distinctive element. Commissioner Hanson further explained that the tower element is particularly bothersome because it sits out all by itself and will look out of place, and suggested that a stone base be added. Commissioner O'Donnell concurred with Commissioner Hanson's concerns and suggested solutions. 10 *40 ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMISSION AUGUST 22, 2000 MINUTES Chairman Gregory suggested increasing the width of the base from eight feet to 10 feet and tapering it upward. Mr. Jones indicated willingness to lower the height of the tower. Commissioner Hanson explained that the problem is not limited to the height, as location is also a problem because the tower sits by itself. Commissioner Connor observed that the entrance and exit gates will only be separated by four feet, which is not very attractive, and indicated that he would prefer that the tower be moved back. Mr. Jones commented that he would prefer eliminating the tower or lowering the height to 15 or 16 feet rather than moving it back. Commissioner Lingle agreed that the aesthetics could be improved, and felt that designing a more substantial base for the tower would be a good compromise. Mr. Jones offered to lower the tower height a couple of feet and create a raised planter, i.e., two feet high, and the Commission was agreeable. Commissioner Connor stated that he has a problem with the plant palette, and also has a problem with all the turf, and added that the turf should not go all the way up to the wall because the wall will end up discolored. Mr. Jones stated that he would have a mow strip between the turf and wall. Commissioner Connor commented that Cypress trees are too high maintenance, and indicated that he would only be supportive of that type of tree at the entry. Commissioner Connor commented favorably on the Olive trees, but noted that the Malo Lucca uses too much water. Chairman Gregory suggested using Italian Stone Pine. 11 ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMISSION AUGUST 22, 2000 MINUTES Commissioner Connor suggested Acacia Stenofola to replace the Malo Lucca, as the Acacia Stenofola gives the same weeping look. Action: Commissioner O'Donnell moved, seconded by Commissioner Hanson, to continue the case to allow the applicant to incorporate suggested modifications. The motion carried 4-0-1, with Commissioners Van Vliet and Vuksic absent and Commissioner Lingle abstaining. 11. CASE NO.: PP 00-18 APPLICANT (AND ADDRESS BERNARD DEBONNE, P.O. Box 1935, Palm Desert, CA 92261 c/o BOB RICCIARDI, 75-090 St. Charles Place, Suite A, Palm Desert CA 92211 NATURE OF PROJECT/APPROVAL SOUGHT: Preliminary approval of 10,004 square foot office building LOCATION: 44-901 Village Court ZONE: O.P. Mr. Alvarez reported that the subject property is located on the west side of Village Court, north of the existing Paine Webber building. The property is one of several office professional lots located on Village Court. The site totals 32,130 feet. The applicant proposes to construct a 10,004 square foot building. The building is single-story with a tower element having a maximum height of 25 feet. The building has plastered fur-outs or molding around the windows, doors and roof parapet. The roof consists of red mission tile with 6"x8" outriggers. Stucco colors are light tan colors. The building's architectural elements, materials and colors are typical of the existing elements, materials and colors at the Paine Webber building and other office buildings the City has approved with the existing office subdivision. 12 *400 ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMISSION AUGUST 22, 2000 MINUTES The City has not had an opportunity to review the landscape and thus cannot comment at this time. Staff recommends that the Architectural Review Commission grant preliminary architectural approval and continue the preliminary landscape plan until staff has had an opportunity to comment on it. Chairman Gregory noted that Bacharris Centennial is shown as a small plant, but it will actually grow to the point where it will need more area than it provided on the plans. Chairman Gregory noted that Texas Rangers are also shown on the plans, but those do better in areas that receive full sun. Commissioner Connor was concerned about the amount of parking lot shading to be provided, and Mr. Ricciardi indicated that the property is overparked, and he would be willing to use three parking spaces to create two landscape planters in order to meet the parking lot shading requirements. Action: Commissioner Connor moved, seconded by Commissioner Hanson, to grant preliminary approval with the condition that two landscape planters be substituted in for three parking spaces. The motion carried 5-0, with Commissioners Van Vliet and Vuksic absent. 12. CASE NO.: PP 00-17 APPLICANT (AND ADDRESS): JOHN F. KENNEDY ,MEMORIAL FOUNDATION, 4711 Monroe Street, Indio, CA 92201 c/o BOB RICCIARDI, 75-090 St. Charles Place, Suite A, Palm Desert CA 92211 NATURE OF PROJECT/APPROVAL SOUGHT: Preliminary approval of a medical office building LOCATION: 73-555 De Anza Way ZONE: O.P. 13 *ww logo ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMISSION AUGUST 22, 2000 MINUTES Mr. Alvarez reported that the subject property is located at the southwest corner of San Gorgonio and De Anza Way. The property is zoned R-3, Multi- family Residential. The site is adjacent to commercial development to the west and office development to the south. The site totals 24,390 square feet. The applicant proposes to construct a 5,737 square foot medical office building. The building is single-story with a tower element having a maximum height of 20 feet. The building is designed using contemporary southwest architectural elements. The building will utilize shades of light tan stucco colors. The project meets the City's setback and height limits for this type of development. The City Landscape Manager has reviewed the preliminary landscape plan and finds the design and palette acceptable and compatible with the City's landscape guidelines. The comment made was the amount of lawn used to accent the corner of San Gorgonio and De Anza. Although we are not opposed to the use of lawn, it should be minimized and used to accent areas. Staff would like the Commission to comment on this issue. Staff recommends that the Architectural Review Commission grant preliminary architectural and landscape approval. Commissioner Connor stated that he does not have a problem with the amount of lawn proposed, with which Chairman Gregory concurred and noted that it appears that less than 30% of the area will be comprised of lawn. Mr. Drell thought that the shrub material should be decreased by 20%, with which Commissioner Connor disagreed. Chairman Gregory suggested that the one-gallon shrubs be increased to five-gallon shrubs, with the exception of the Ancelea and Lantana, and Commissioner Connor agreed. Commissioner O'Donnell asked about signage and whether there will be more than one tenant, to which Mr. Ricciardi replied that signage will be in the front, and he would anticipate a monument sign. 14 ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMISSION AUGUST 22, 2000 MINUTES Commissioner Hanson suggested that signage be incorporated into the final working drawings. Action: Commissioner O'Donnell moved, seconded by Commissioner Lingle, to granted preliminary approval with the condition that one-gallon shrubs be replaced with five-gallon shrubs (with the exception of lantana and ancelea). The motion carried 5-0, with Commissioners Van Vliet and Vuksic absent. 13. CASE NO.: PP 00-7 APPLICANT (AND ADDRESS): MAINIERO SMITH & ASSOCIATES, 777 East Tahquitz Canyon Way, Suite 301, Palm Springs, CA 92262 for BASIC CAPITAL, 10670 North Central Expressway, # 600, Dallas, TX 75231 NATURE OF PROJECT/APPROVAL SOUGHT: Preliminary approval of two office buildings LOCATION: Northwest corner of Cook Street and Gerald Ford: 74-950 Cook ZONE: PCD, FCOZ Mr. Smith reported that the applicant has requested a continuance. Action: Commissioner O'Donnell moved, seconded by Commissioner Hanson, to continue the case at the applicant's request. The motion carried 5-0, with Commissioners Van Vliet and Vuksic absent. 15 ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMISSION AUGUST 22, 2000 MINUTES 14. CASE NO.: PP 00-11 APPLICANT (AND ADDRESS• CHARLES K. SWEET, 43-708 Virginia Avenue, Palm Desert, CA 92211 NATURE OF PROJECT/APPROVAL SOUGHT: Preliminary approval of plans for an office park consisting of three, two-story buildings LOCATION: 72-650 Fred Waring Drive ZONE: PR-7 to O.P. Request Mr. Smith reported that the applicant seeks preliminary approval of plans for an office park on the north side of Fred Waring Drive east and south of One Quail Place. The plans provide for three, two-story buildings. On the front adjacent to Fred Waring Drive are two smaller buildings, one on each side of the driveway. To the rear (north) a larger building is proposed. The building area totals 64,051 square feet with 127 parking spaces provided on site. The applicant will be using parking spaces on the church lot to the east to make up the remaining required spaces. The building height is 25 feet with tower elements extending to 32 feet, which will require a height exception be granted by the City Council. The building architecture provides a series of arches at ground floor and open perimeter access on the second floor level. Roof materials is Spanish tile, and the roof wraps around on three sides of the mechanical equipment well. The conceptual landscape plan will be reviewed by the City's Landscape Manager, who will provide his comments to the Commission. Staff recommends that the Architectural Review Commission grant preliminary approval. Commissioner Hanson felt that the both ends of the front elevation appear to heavy for the supporting arches, resulting in a top heavy appearance, with which Commissioner O'Donnell concurred and commented that the entire second floor of the larger buildings seems too massive. 16 ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMISSION AUGUST 22, 2000 MINUTES The consensus of the Commission was that the architectural style is nice, but that the building would look better with more height (which would require Planning Commission approval), and suggested that the applicant submit revised drawings. Action: Commissioner Connor moved, seconded by Commissioner O'Donnell, to continue the case to allow the applicant to incorporate suggested modifications. The motion carried 4-0, with Commissioners Lingle, Van Vliet and Vuksic absent. 14. CASE NO.: CUP 00-11 APPLICANT(AND ADDRESSk SCHMITZ ENTERPRISES &V. CARLOS, P.O. Box 3992, Palm Desert, CA 92261 NATURE OF PROJECT/APPROVAL SOUGHT: Preliminary approval of plans for a 23-room residential care facility LOCATION: 44-555 San Rafael ZONE: R-3 Mr. Smith reported that the applicant seeks preliminary approval of plans for a 23-room assisted living facility. The plans provided (elevations and landscaping) are not up to the usual standard required by the Architectural Review Commission. Staff suggests that the Commission give the applicant direction as to items to be added to the plans. Staff recommends that the request be continued to allow the applicant to incorporate suggested improvements. Commissioner Connor noted that everything appears very stark. Chairman Gregory commented that there is no detailing on the plans to give the Commission an idea of what the project will look like. 17 ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMISSION AUGUST 22, 2000 MINUTES The consensus of the Commission was that the applicant should hire a professional architect. Commissioner Hanson noted that there is no shading provided over the sliders on the southern exposure. Commissioner Hanson was concerned about aesthetics and safety issues associated with having some rooms open onto the parking lot. Commissioner O'Donnell suggested adding some privacy walls between the patios. Commissioner Connor strongly recommended that the applicant obtain some professional architectural design assistance to find cost effective ways of providing architecture and warmth to the building. Action: Commissioner O'Donnell moved, seconded by Commissioner Connor, to continue the case to allow the applicant to incorporate suggested modifications. The motion carried 4-0, with Commissioners Lingle, Van Vliet and Vuksic absent. V. ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 3:30 p.m. STD HEN R. SMITH PLANNING MANAGER 18