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I. CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order at 12:30 p.m.
II. ROLL CALL
Commissioners Current Meeting Year to Date
Present Absent Present Absent
Ronald Gregory, Chairman X 16 2
Chris Van Vliet X 17 1
John Vuksic X 17 1
Karel Lambell X 17 1
Pam Touschner X 13 5
Allan Levin X 12 2
Also Present
Lauri Aylaian, Director
Tony Bagato, Principal Planner
Kevin Swartz, Assistant Planner
Missy Grisa, Assistant Planner
Diane Hollinger, Landscape Specialist
Pedro Rodriquez, Senior Code Officer
Christine Canales, Assistant Engineer
Neal Stephenson, Fire Safety Specialist
Janine Judy, Senior Office Assistant
III. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
IV. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: September 22, 2009
Action:
It was moved by Commissioner Vuksic, seconded by Commissioner
Van Vliet, to approve the September 22, 2009 meeting minutes with
minor changes. Motion carried 5-0-0-1, with Commissioner Touschner
abstaining.
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V. CASES:
A. Final Drawings:
1. CASE NO: MISC 09-144
APPLICANT (AND ADDRESS): ROYAL STREET
COMMUNICATIONS, 350 Commerce, Suite 200, Irvine, CA 92602
NATURE OF PROJECT/APPROVAL SOUGHT: Approval to co-
locate seven panel antennas to existing roof.
LOCATION: 73-345 Highway 111
ZONE: C-1
Mr. Swartz presented the project and summarized the staff report.
He stated that the applicant, Royal Street Communications is
requesting to add seven panel antennas on the roof top of an existing
building. The existing building is 27' to the tallest point. The
antennas will be at 30'. Palm Desert Municipal Code Chapter 25.104
states when installing on top of a building, no commercial antennae
shall be greater than fifty percent over the building height. Currently
there are existing antennas on the roof top that are screened by a
transparent wall painted to match the building. The applicant is
proposing to screen the antennas the same way. At the last meeting,
the applicant was proposing the antennas at 36'. The applicant has
reduced the overall height of the antennas down to 30'. The ARC
had concerns regarding what could be seen on the roof.
Due to equipment malfunction the recorded minutes were intermittent.
The Commission reviewed the plans and made a motion to approve.
ACTION:
It was moved by Commissioner Touschner and seconded by Commissioner
Lambell, to grant approval. Motion carried 5-0-0-1, with Commissioner
Vuksic abstaining.
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2. CASE NO: CUP 09-236
APPLICANT (AND ADDRESS): OMNIPOINT COMMUNICATION
INC (T-Mobile USA), 3257 E. Guasti Road, Ste 200, Ontario, CA
91761
NATURE OF PROJECT/APPROVAL SOUGHT: Final approval to
construct a 55' high monopalm wireless telecommunication facility.
LOCATION: 47-900 Portola Avenue
ZONE: PD
Ms. Grisa presented the project and summarized the staff report.
Initially, a proposed monopalm of 65' was submitted. Staff was
concerned with the height due to its proximity to residential areas
and the ability of the height of the monopalm to blend in with the
existing natural environment. Staff requested that the applicant
representative place balloon benchmarks at 55' and 65' to visualize
the two heights on the site. Photos of these height benchmarks
were included in the packet. Staff determined the 65' height was
unacceptable and would not support an approval of that height. The
applicant agreed to lower the monopalm to the 55' height
surrounded by five live palms at 25' and 30' in height. With the
proposed modification, staff believes this will be an acceptable
visual aesthetic in the proposed neighborhood. The 55' height
meets the standards in Municipal. Code Chapter 25.104
Commercial Communication Tower and Commercial Antenna
Regulations. The City of Indian Wells was given advance notice to
view the balloons while they were in place at the heights of 55' and
65'. The Planning Director viewed the balloons and reported zero
visual impact to the City of Indian Wells.
Staff has determined that the proposed monopalm would be
compatible with adjacent properties with the approval by the
Planning Commission to waive the separation requirement of 300'.
Currently the monopalm is roughly 268'-1" from the nearest
residence, is visually consistent with adjacent landscaping, and
would create no adverse visual impact on adjacent properties;
including visual access of adjacent properties to sunlight. With
regard to landscape requirements, the City's Landscape Specialist
has not given preliminarily approval of the landscape plant
materials, but recommends that the plans meet all planting and
irrigation design requirements prior to obtaining construction
permits. In order to assure the most preferred and efficient outcome
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plans should receive preliminary approval from the City's
Landscape Specialist prior to the Planning Commission hearing. In
addition to a landscape plan, grading and pad elevations for the
proposed improvements will be required to be reviewed and
approved by the Department of Public Works.
Ms. Monica Morreta, representative said the reason they had
originally submitted the height of 65' was because the design has
the antennas stacked and the typical design is with the antennas
exposed. They are stacking because the code requires that the
only way you can request a reduction in the setback is to hide the
antennas completely and the planning commission will make that
determination. She also pointed out that by reducing the height by
10' it also lowers the height of the antennas, however the radio
frequency engineers determined that 55' will work. Commissioner
Lambell asked if the antennas would be completely hidden. Ms.
Morreta stated that was correct and explained that they would be
located inside the trunk of the palm tree; the only thing you will see
is the micro-wave dish.
The Commission discussed the height of the monopalm and the
height and species of the live palms. It was suggested that they
plant date palms, which are slow growing. Ms. Grisa stated that
she had previously explained to the representative that higher palm
trees would blend in better, but the representative informed her that
it would interfere with the frequency transmission. Ms. Morreta
explained that once you have antennas stacked, the line of sight
cannot be obstructed in any way. That is the reason they
requested live palm trees below the antennas so there is no
interference and by increasing the height of the live palm trees to
45', 40', 35' it will interfere. The Commission stated that was the
first time they had heard that information.
Commissioner Lambell asked what the maximum height of the live
palms that were being planted and Ms. Morreta said that it would
be 30'. Commissioner Lambell stated that the 30' palm tree would
be 25' below the monopalm and said it would look odd. The
Commission discussed the height of the monopalm and the live
palms and suggested relocating one of the trees to the backside
near the mountain to create a stepping of tree heights.
Commissioner Touschner stated that in the city there are other
taller groupings but none that have a 10' difference between the
live trees and the base of the antennas. Ms. Morreta stated that
other carriers have different frequencies that shoot through
landscaping better and others that have higher frequency; T-Mobile
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cannot do that. The engineering department has a lot of strict
restrictions to not allow any landscaping to interfere with antennas
because it is no longer transmitting the signal to the donor side.
They would have to cut the trees to make sure that the facility is
functioning correctly.
Commissioner Gregory stated that when they have these criteria it
is probably based upon palms that grow more rapidly. He said that
if they use a date palm which is a slower growing palm and planted
it taller the City could get the look they desire. The Commission is
trying to detract from one lone palm tree sticking out in the center of
a grove of trees. He suggested having a taller palm on the
backside near the mountain to help create a look of hierarchy. Ms.
Morreta stated that in that area they could probably do one palm at
40' between the two sectors, but she would have to check with the
radio frequency engineer. Commissioner Lambell stated that there
is a residential area close to it so it would need to be mitigated as
much as possible. Commissioner Van Vliet agreed and stated that
this is a highly visual area near the Living Desert Reserve which is
one of the biggest attractions in town and it has to look good. Ms.
Morreta stated that one of the obstacles with this project was to find
a location at the Living Desert where they were comfortable placing
the facility.
The Commission and the applicant discussed the heights of the
palm trees and Ms. Morreta asked if the Commission would
consider having a 40' palm on one side and palms ranging from 30'
and 25' on the other side. Commissioner Gregory said that the
Commission would want to see more reasonable spacing, which
would be taller than 40'. He suggested 45' and 35' for instance,
where there are 10' increments with a slow growing palm. The
Commission and the applicant discussed having a grove of trees
ranging from 45' to 35' to 30' so there are different heights. Ms.
Morreta said she would check with the engineer. Commissioner
Lambell suggested that Ms. Morreta take a look at the grove on
Highway 74 and Haystack at St. Margaret's Church. She thought
there was three monopalms with several live palms and stated that
they have done a good job with that grove.
Commissioner Vuksic made a motion to approve the project with
the condition that the complimentary palms are date palms in varied
heights ranging from 45' to 35' to 30' to create a good composition
of trees and the maximum height of the monopalm will be 55'.
Commissioner Levin made the second. Commissioner Gregory
asked if there were any further comments. Commissioner
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Touschner felt that the Commission should limit the number of
palms at 30'. Commissioner Lambell agreed and stated that there
should be only one at 30'. Commissioner Vuksic added to his
motion that there be a variety of heights with final approval by the
Landscape Specialist.
Commissioner Gregory asked if there were any further comments.
Ms. Diane Hollinger, Landscape Specialist pointed out that the
applicant stated earlier that they would do everything they can to
make sure that the antennas are clear and she asked Ms. Morreta
what will they do when the palms reach a height where they start to
interfere. Ms. Morreta said they would have to perform some
maintenance to cut the fronds as much as they can. Ms. Hollinger
suggested they replace the palm tree at that point because all the
palm trees at the Living Desert have their skirts on and the City
does not allow that type of pruning. Ms. Morreta wanted to make it
clear that all the trees would be date palms. Commissioner
Gregory wanted to make it clear that the monopalm be a date palm
so that it doesn't get changed and mentioned that the date palm
species should be Phoenix dactylifera.
Commissioner Gregory asked Commissioner Vuksic if he was
comfortable with all the addenda to the motion and Commissioner
Vuksic stated that he was and the motion carried 6-0.
ACTION:
It was moved by Commissioner Vuksic and seconded by Commissioner
Levin, to grant approval subject to: 1) the monopalm being a date palm
with a maximum height of 55'; 2) the complimentary palms to be date
palms with varied heights of 45', 35' 30' — with only one at 30'; 3)
landscape plans to be reviewed and receive preliminary approval by the
Landscape Specialist prior to Planning Commission submittal. Motion
carried 6-0.
3. CASE NO: MISC 09-404
APPLICANT (AND ADDRESS): ABDOUL SALEHI, 10 Audalucia,
Irvine, CA 92614
NATURE OF PROJECT/APPROVAL SOUGHT: Final approval of
a fagade remodel; Best Buy.
LOCATION: 72-369 Highway 111
ZONE: P.C. 3 (SP)
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Mr. Bagato presented this project and stated that this proposal is
for signage and a fagade remodel of the Best Buy, which is being
relocated to the Desert Crossing Center in the former Circuit City
building. Staff worked with the applicant to come up with the best
solution to modify the storefront. He indicated that they are adding
blue tile in the front to create an entry way, the paint color will
remain the same; they will be removing the steel grid under the
canopy and adding a new exit door to the left of the main entry.
They are also modifying the rear of the building by adding a roll up
bay for deliveries. The signage complies with the code and will
have reverse channel letters, which is compliant with the center and
consistent with what is at.the existing Best Buy at night. Staff is
recommending approval.
Commissioner Vuksic pointed out that the lettering was back lit to
get a yellow halo around the letters and asked where they were
getting the yellow halo around the price tag. Mr. Dwayne Shmel,
representative said that there was another piece of metal going
around the perimeter that houses the light.
The Commission reviewed and discussed the directional signage
for the "Geek Squad". Mr. Shmel indicated that the purpose of the
directional sign was to identify the location of their car stereo install
bay. The Commission discussed the location of the sign on the
building and felt that there wasn't enough space for it. Mr. Abdoul
Salehi, owner stated that there was enough room and said that the
lights are at 14' and the top of the doors is 10' which leaves a 4'
spacing.
Mr. Shmel asked what the requirements were for getting a way-
finding sign or a directional sign out near the street that goes
behind the center to identify the location of the Geek Squad. Mr.
Bagato stated that the center already has a monument sign as well
as directionals within the center. He explained to the
representative that if they wanted to do something different they
could submit to staff for review.
Commissioner Touschner had a concern with the tile on the arms
and said she wasn't comfortable with putting tile there. Mr. Shmel
explained that Old Navy did some work on the flanking elements on
either side of their main entrance tower and they took their cue from
that without having to completely alter the shape. Commissioner
Touschner asked for pictures. Mr. Bagato stated that Old Navy
only changed their front piece and that they have a steel grill in the
middle entry way. Commissioner Touschner stated that she wasn't
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in favor of changing the consistency of that piece throughout the
facility.
Commissioner Levin stated that the logo is very brand identifiable
and agreed that they didn't need the arms for an identifiable
location and thought it would be more identifiable if they just had it
over the entry. The Commission and the owner discussed the
molding detail. Mr. Salehi stated that he copied the exact same
molding that they had. Mr. Shmel said to keep in mind that they
have a store across the street that's been in the market for about
13 years that has a number of very large blue elements that
identified the brand. He stated that they are trying to maximize the
blue brand identity for this building so customers will recognize that.
He said they want the blue tile because they are giving up quite a
bit of blue as well as the wedge.
The Commission asked why they were taking down the trellis work
on the front entryway. Mr. Salehi stated that it doesn't go well with
what they have now and if they keep it they would have to repaint it;
then it will conflict with the rest of complex because no one else has
that detail with that color. They want to open up the entryway so
that there is more openness as you enter. Mr. Shmel stated that it
is a subjective call and said that with their stores they like to open
up the front and allow as much light to come in and allow people at
night to see that they are open for business.
Commissioner Gregory stated that the branding element doesn't
bother him or the elimination of the trellis work. He felt they were
doing everything right by chiseling out the existing plaster and
putting the same molding detail and it is very tasteful. He
wondered if the next person coming in will do it and expressed that
they have to be careful about precedent because it will change. Mr.
Bagato said he requests that applicants mix it a bit to give some
variety and from his standpoint it wasn't over the top where it would
be incompatible.
The Commission reviewed and discussed the blue bands on the
front of the building. Commissioner Vuksic thought it works there
because there is a lot of building beyond and wondered what the
rest of the center looked like. Mr. Bagato said that the building to
the right is Office Depot, and to the left is DSW and Pier One about
150' from the columns. The Commission and Staff discussed the
various storefronts and how far apart they were from Best Buy.
Commissioner Van Vliet didn't have any problems with the blue
horizontal on the sides and is okay with the way it is submitted.
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Commissioner Vuksic noticed the sign was 12" from the top and 12"
from the bottom at the closest point, but on the drawing he didn't
see a line representing that extra metal band that is housing the
lighting. He asked if that metal band was within that field where the
sign is showing. Mr. Salehi stated that it wouldn't show and said
that the shop drawings were accurate. Commissioner Vuksic
stated that the band will be a foot away from the border of the field.
Commissioner Lambell wanted to make sure that the only sign on
the front was the Best Buy sign and Mr. Shmel stated that was
correct. Mr. Salehi asked if they could place the Geek Squad sign
above the light fixture to give them more visibility on the back side
of the building. The Commission reviewed and discussed the sign
location and suggested placing it over the customer service door at
the same height. Mr. Shmel asked if the Commission would
consider giving them an option of moving the sign depending on
line of site.
ACTION:
It was moved by Commissioner Lambell and seconded by Commissioner
Vuksic, to grant approval subject to placing the south side "Geek Squad"
sign either over the roll up door or over the customer service door at the
same lineal height. Motion carried 5-1-0-0, with Commissioner Touschner
voting NO.
4. CASE NO: MISC 09-398
APPLICANT (AND ADDRESS): XENOPHON DEVELOPMENT
LLC, 47-177 El Agadir, Palm Desert, CA 92260
NATURE OF PROJECT/APPROVAL SOUGHT: Final approval to
build a new residential home and garage over the required 35% lot
coverage than the R-1 zone allows.
LOCATION: 72-605 Pitahaya Street
ZONE: R-1
Mr. Swartz presented this project and summarized the staff report.
The home is horizontally profiled in mass with a rectilinear flat roof.
The highest roof dimension would be at 13', layering down to 10'.
The applicant proposes to construct a 3,105 square foot residential
home including a 519 square foot garage. The lot totals 7,175
square feet. Maximum building site coverage for this zone is 35%.
The total site coverage for the proposed home and garage is 44%.
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Section 25.16.080 of the City's code allows the lot coverage to be
increased to 50% subject to Architectural Review Commission
(ARC) review and approval. Items for the ARC to consider are
building setbacks and compatibility with the neighborhood. The
proposed home meets all building setbacks. Many of the other
homes in the neighborhood meet the 35% lot coverage. Staff feels
that the proposed home at 44% lot coverage is compatible with the
neighborhood. The proposed home will visually enhance the
aesthetic quality of the existing neighborhood. Staff recommends
approval of the proposed home at 44% lot coverage.
Commissioner Gregory pointed out that the plans indicate that the
chain link will remain and Mr. Tom McArthur, owner stated that it
was an error and said that the fencing is there now for security
purposes and would be removed when completed. He stated that
Redwood would be on the east side and Redwood in between the
stone columns on the west side. The chain link on the south side
would be replaced with Redwood. Commissioner Van Vliet asked if
Redwood was an approved material and Mr. Swartz stated that it is
for the rear and sides only; anything on street side would have to
be decorative block or wrought iron.
Commissioner Vuksic asked if it was the applicant's intent to have
two air conditioning units on the roof. Mr. McArthur said that the
units were on the ground and the heating access for the forced air
was on the roof. Commissioner Van Vliet asked why he would put
the blowers on the roof and Mr. McArthur stated that the architect
wanted it that way. The Commission reviewed the roof plans and
the air conditioning units. Commissioner Van Vliet suggested
getting the units on ground level because they would be highly
visible on the roof.
Commissioner Levin asked about the setbacks and Mr. Bagato said
there some setback issues and they would have to bring them into
compliance with the setbacks. Mr. Swartz stated that the garage or
the home would have to come in a little bit on the side. Mr. Bagato
stated that the garage would have to be a minimum of 20' by 20'.
The Commission discussed the parapets and the slope of the roof.
Commissioner Vuksic stated that there were some issues with the
plans and said that if the details are not clear on the plans, chances
are there could be problems during construction and end up with a
terrible solution. It is better to get it worked out before they start
construction.
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Due to equipment malfunction the recorded minutes were intermittent.
There was discussion regarding setbacks.
Commissioner Touschner asked for a detailed roof plan showing
the location of the condensers.
ACTION:
It was moved by Commissioner Van Vliet and seconded by Commissioner
Lambell, to grant a continuance subject to: 1) submit a detailed roof plan
showing the condensers; and 2) reducing the house or garage to comply
with setbacks. Motion carried 6-0.
5. CASE NO: MISC 09-411
APPLICANT (AND ADDRESS): TOM FLITSCH, 405 Hiddencamp
Road, Thousand Oaks, CA
NATURE OF PROJECT/APPROVAL SOUGHT: Final approval of
exterior paint color; ATRIA SENIOR LIVING.
LOCATION: 44-600 Monterey Avenue
ZONE: R-1
Mr. Swartz presented this project and summarized the staff report.
The request is for two different applications, one for the exterior
paint color and one for the new signage / water feature. The
applicant is requesting approval to change the paint color, add a
new water feature, and install a new monument sign.
Atria Hacienda is broken up into four buildings. The current color
scheme is a cream color with brown trim. The new colors are earth
tones that blend in with the desert setting. There is a main field
color, two accent colors, one trim, and a new window color. All four
buildings will be repainted with the same color scheme, but applied
differently. The existing roof tiles will remain. No other physical
changes to the building will be made other than color changes. The
proposed colors will enhance the buildings and the surrounding
area. The colors are earth tones that blend well with the desert
setting. The building is an older building that is in need of
enhancement. With the color change and the update of
landscaping, this works well together.
Due to equipment malfunction the recorded minutes were intermittent.
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Commissioner Touschner liked the colors but was concerned with
two of the colors being very similar and felt there should be more of
a contrast. Mr. Flitsch, applicant stated that they did a mock up in
the internal courtyard to make sure there was a contrast and in
daylight it does read well and felt there was enough textural
contrast between them. Commissioner Touschner suggested
making them a little more vibrant. Mr. Flitsch stated that they
wanted to keep within the colors of other buildings in the city.
Commissioner Lambell asked how the scuppers and downspouts
would be painted. Mr. Flitsch stated they are meant to match the
adjacent stucco so they blend out.
ACTION:
It was moved by Commissioner Lambell and seconded by Commissioner
Levin, to grant approval subject to 1) selection of paint to be more varied
in color; 2) down spouts to match stucco color; 3) colors to be reviewed
and approved by staff. Motion carried 4-0-0-2, with Commissioners
Gregory and Vuksic abstaining.
6. CASE NO: SA 09-412
APPLICANT (AND ADDRESS): TOM FLITSCH, 405 Hiddencamp
Road, Thousand Oaks, CA
NATURE OF PROJECT/APPROVAL SOUGHT: Final approval of
a new monument sign and water feature; ATRIA SENIOR LIVING.
LOCATION: 44-600 Monterey Avenue
ZONE: R-1
The new signage and water feature will be located in the main
entrance. Currently there is an existing sign and water feature that
will be removed. The total length for both will be 29'-2", with a
height of 4'-6". The water feature has a length of 19' and a height
of 4'. The applicant is beefing up the existing planter where the
water feature will be located. The planter will be raised by 36", and
will have an accent tree and other plant material. The bottom of the
planter will be raised 12" with a plaster finish and pre-cast cap. The
water feature will be located between the two planters. The
applicant is proposing 6" x 12" decorative glass tiles, and copper
spillways where the water will deploy from.
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The new monument sign is 44 square feet and will be located
directly behind the water feature and planter. The sign is 10' x 4'-
6". The sign is sandblasted glass internally illuminated within the
base on a 1' base that will be plastered and painted to match the
planter. The sign will incorporate the address in 4" letters, the
name Atria Hacienda in 8" letters, and Assisted Living and Care in
4" letters. The letters will be super French, mounted to the glass.
The sign meets all development standards and a landscaping plan
has been approved.
The proposed monument wall signage totals 44 square feet. The
building frontage totals 216 square feet. Based on the standards,
the proposed sign complies with the maximum allowed square
footage, and may be approved by the Architectural Review
Commission if it is determined to be architecturally compatible with
the building. Staff believes that the proposed sign is architecturally
acceptable.
Commissioner Levin asked if the fountain that was there now would
be removed. Mr. Bagato stated that they will be moving the
existing fountain and the existing sign on Monterey.
Commissioner Van Vliet asked how the sign was illuminated and
Mr. Tom Flitsch, representative stated that it was internally
illuminated with glass on both sides and six to eight inches thick.
The Commission and the applicant reviewed and discussed the
plans. Mr. Ronald Gregory, Landscape Architect, stated that the
detail has not been completed yet and wasn't sure if it would even
be six inches thick. The light will be from the bottom shining up and
the glass will be frosted and possibility a pane inside the center to
prevent the other side from showing through. Mr. Bagato said that
if there was concern about the thickness for massing it can be
brought back to ARC for review at a later time.
Ms. Diane Hollinger, Landscape Specialist stated that since we are
in a water crisis, having a water feature doesn't send a very good
message. She mentioned that besides her review, it will be
reviewed by the Water District and wanted the applicant and the
Commission to be aware that the comments may come back
regarding it. Commissioner Lambell stated that if the water feature
goes away then the whole landscape will need to be looked at
again and Ms. Hollinger said that was correct.
Commissioner Touschner asked what the feature would look like
when there is no water in there, or if one of the features are broken,
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or decide that it's not worth it from a water point of view; would they
still like how that looks. Mr. Flitsch stated that they worked with
their landscape team and staff to make sure that it looked good if it
is turned off at night time or at any time for maintenance. He said
they like the volume, the wall where they stepped it back, how they
accented the plant material, and are comfortable if it were turned off
as an improvement. He stated that they would like to have a little
activity with the water and pointed out that it's about a quarter of the
water consumption that they are currently using in their existing
water feature that is not visible. He stated that they will not be
running the water late at night and there will be a time of day when
they quiet it down a bit. Commissioner Touschner said that despite
the fact that it uses less water than the other feature, it begs the
question, why not go one step further and use no water. She felt it
would look nice without the water features. Mr. Flitsch stated that
there is a water feature in Courtyard A that they would be willing to
eliminate as a reduction in water.
Due to equipment malfunction the recorded minutes were intermittent.
ACTION:
It was moved by Commissioner Lambell and seconded by Commissioner
Levin, to grant approval subject to 1) staff's review of glass monument
sign; 2) reducing the current water usage on the campus; and 3)
landscape plan be reviewed and approved by the Landscape Specialist.
Motion carried 4-0-0-2, with Commissioners Vuksic and Gregory
abstaining.
B. Preliminary Plans:
None
C. Miscellaneous Items:
1. NATURE OF PROJECT/APPROVAL SOUGHT: Discussion of the
revised Recreational Vehicle Ordinance.
Ms. Grisa informed the Commission of alternative options that were
discussed with a few extra sub-committee members that were not
part of the previous group. She included in the Commission
packets copies of the existing ordinance in place today, the
amended ordinance that went before the City Council on October
8th and a site plan illustrating proposed RV parking locations.
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Ms. Grisa mentioned that the City Council requested staff to form
another sub-committee with the same members and asked
Commissioner Van Vliet if he would like to sit on the committee
again and he agreed. She informed the Commission that the City
Council requested that staff appoint two to three interested
residents to the subcommittee.
The Commission discussed the expired moratorium.
Due to equipment malfunction the recorded minutes were intermittent.
Ms. Grisa stated that the revisions will be presented to the
Architectural Review Commission for review.
Commissioner Touschner suggested that the Commission needs to
look at all four corners of a lot, not just the front and sides.
VI. ADJOURNMENT
It was moved by Commissioner Lambell, seconded by Commissioner Levin to
adjourn the meeting. Motion carried 6-0. The meeting was adjourned at 2:20
p.m.
TONY BAGATO
PRINCIPAL PLANNER
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