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HomeMy WebLinkAbout0121 CITY OF PE1I,`2 DESERT CITY PLANNING CO"_iMISSION �iFETING JAP1iJARY 21 , 1974 The meeting of the Palm Desert City Planninr; Commission was called to order at 7 : 05 P .M. on Januar.y 21 , 1974 by Chairman Clark at the Palm Desert 'Kiddle School, followec� by the Pl.edge � of Allegiance . P.OLL Ct1LL PRESENT : Commissioners C�1UCK ASTON ; JEAN BENSOI`] ; 3A'�4fiS T1cPH�RSON, 1`1(1EL BRL'SH; and Chairman HENRY CLARK ABSENT : None Others Present : F. . R. Asmus - City Manager David E:rwin - City Attorney Jerr_y Dupree - Senior Planner , Indio APPROVAL Or r•1IPdUTES Minutes of the January B , 1974 meeting were approved as corrected . P4inutes of the January 10, 1974 meeting were approved as submitted . IV . taRITTFn? COTMiMU'_vTICATIO�;� A. Genevieve G. Burke � B. Palm Desert Property Owner Association C . Mrs . Wayne DeuPree D. Bradford H . Fiegben F . Herbert L . Shepard l . Concerned Citizens of Palm Desert Chai.rman C1ark recommended that since a1,I the above communications pertained to I�-P1art development which was being considered later on the agenda , that any action be postponecl until that time . V. PtiI3LIC HEARINGS �. Coachella Valley County tdater District ?'roposed Water System Improvements - Conformity with General Plan The Chairman opened the hearing . Planner Dupree explained that the District proposes � to install 12-�nch water main.s and fire hydrants on t�oth sides of State Highway 111 betweeri Par. k View nrive and rtirage Road . Under the Ca]_ifornia Governm�nt Code an agency wishing to install public facilities is rey �-i.red to submit to tt�e local Planning Commission having jurisdict ° �;n whether it is in con- formance with the general plan . Pla1��-�r Dupree s�id this was in conformance with the gener.al plan and recommended approval and that the Coachella Vall.ey County Water district be so notified . '' The Chairman closed the hearing . i�r�r Commissioner Aston moved , Commi.ssioner ricPherson seconded that this request be approved and the Water District so advised . Motion unan.imously carried . B . 04-73-PD - Durco Construction Co . The Chairman openec� the hearing . Planner Dupree advised that the applicant had requested this matter be continued. until February 25 , 1974 . Commissioner I;rush movecl , Commissioner Aston seconded and motion unanimously carried that t�?is matter be continued until February 2S , 1974 . C . 05-73-PD - Durco Construction Co . The Chairman opened the hearing . Planner Dupree advised that the a.pplicant had requested this matter be continued until February 25 , 1974 . �' Commissioner Lrush moved , Commissioner Aston seconcied and motion unaniniously car.ried that thi.s matter be conti.nued until February 25 , 1974 . D . 06-73-PD - Durco Construction Co . The Chairman opened the hearing . � Planner Dunree advised that the applicant had requested this matter be continued until February 25 , 1974 . Commissioner Brush movecl , Commissioner Aston seconded and motion unanimously carried that this matter be continued until February 25 , 1974. E . CUP ��Q7-73-PD - Durco Construction Co . The Chairman opened the hearing . Planner Dupree advised that the applicant had � requested this matter be continued until Fehruary 25 , 1974 . Commissioner Brush moved , Commissioner P,enson seconc3ed and motion unanimously carried that this matter be continued until February 25 , 197�+ . 2 1/21/74 F . CUP ��09-73-PD - EoDorado Homes - East of Hwy 74 South of Tamarisk - Installation of four paddle tennis courts to a planned residential development . The Chairman opened the hearing . �""' Planner Dupree recommended approval subject to certain conditions . Commissioner Penson questioned tlie lighting . John Salinero , 72-629 Willow, associ.ated with the developer offered to delete the lights . Dick Clifford , 73-442 Goldfield , and Mrs Landis , 73-427 Tamarisk, urged that lighting be e?.iminated . City Manager Asmus read in full a Resolution from the Palm Desert Property Owners Association requesting this be tabled due to the recent e�cess rainwater carrying debris from this project onto public streets ; that a satisfactory revised grading plan be presented which will provide some effective water holding areas with9_n the project ; that Desert Lily south of Grapevine be repaired to correct substandard paving over sewer tr�nches , repairs to chuck holes damaged by heavy truck traffic ; that adequare study be made to provide some transition to the low density area to the south; and that conformance with new Pal� Desert Master Plan may be determined . George Ser.vice , 72-897 Ta�arisk=, entered into the record a petition signed by 26 residents on Tamarislc requesting the Commission to seriously consi�er before granting any further building permits to appli.cant . � P1rs . Cyrus Potts , 73-300 Willow, cal.led attention to the silt coming down Desert Lily as a result of improner drainage , and felt the developer had not lived up to his agreement . Pir . Fred Bellamy, 1102 Sandniper , suggested all projects be continued until a Planning Commi�ssion is developed . Mr . Salinero stated that an outside engineer had been called in and it was his finding that their project had not beer_ the cause of the recent damage . The Chairman closed the hearing . Chairman Clark commented that a great deal of damage was done to homes below the project area and that the situation was being studied to see whether the water was channeled as a result of this development . . Commissioner Benson was concerned that if that � much damage had been caused by the recent rain , additional ` building would increase more �aater run-off . �rrrr 3 1/21/74 Commissioner Brush moved , Commissioner Aston seconded that the CUP be approved subject to condition (1) that the development shall conform substantially with � Exhibit "A" which is on file in the offi_ce of the County Planning Department ; that condition (2) be revised to read : That the paddle tennis courts not be lighted ; that condi- tion 3 include "On site landscaping" to be planted and maintained by the owners . P4otion carried by the follo�aing vote : AYES : Aston; Brush; McPherson ; Clark NOES : Benson G . CUP �`10-73-PD"-' Palm nesert Properties - To install retail and commercial parking lot to serve retail use - North of Larrea St . , West . of Portola The Chairman opened -- the hearing. Planner Dupree stated this was for additional commercial parking for 28 automobiles and recommended approval subject to conditions imposed t�y the County. City Manager Asmus read a letter from Lois i Warnacutt opposing the proposed commercial parking lot in the area . �'""� Chairman Clark closed the tiearing . Commissioner McPherson moved , Commissioner I3rush seconded that this request be approved subject to condi- ' tions approved by the County . Motion unanimously carried . H . CUP ��11-73-I'D - James Iirown - Construction of a swimming pool to serve 16-unit complex The Chairman opened the hearing . Planner Dupree recommended a 30-day continuance due to the fact that there is litigation pending on this . property. Commissioner Brush moved , Commissioner Benson seconded that this matter be continued un.til rebruar.y 25 , 1974 . Niotion unanimously carried . VI . OLD Bi.1SINESS Due to the large number of people standing , Item H was taken up first . � H. P .P . 1030 - Stotter & Caplow - K Mart Development Planner Dupree showed a revised elevation drawing submitted by applicant . He advised there were no changes to site planning . The - County considered this to be a substantial improvement . Chairman Clark commented that legally an open hearing is not required , however , due to the interest he recommended the matter be opened for 30 minutes . 4 1/21/74 Mr . Elliott Caplow, 4404 Van Alden , Tarzana , said that at the previous meeting he had been requested to make modifications on the drawing , which had been done . He introduced Mr. Harry Krueper , traffic consultant , wfio explained results of their traffic study and presented a ' comprehensive report to each Commissioner , and read a letter from the Division of Highways offering no opposition . The following proponents spoke on the proposed project : �` Ed Peck, representing Concerned Citizens; Robert Hubbard , 1707 Sandpiper ; Eric Alexander , 74-201 Chicory St . ; Floyd �1aclntire , 7Z-821 Hedgehog ; James Harmon, 73-830 De Anza Way ; Robin Barnett , 44-393 Lingo Lane ; Francis Mallory, 49-305 Highway 74 ; Frank Spizer ; and Anthony Kane , 73-700 E1 Paseo . Meeting was recessed at 9 : 05 P .M. and called to order at 9 : 20 P .M. The following opponents spoke concerning architecture , traffic problems , merchandise , etc . : Richard R. Stewart , 810 Sandpiper ; Cliff Henderson ; Lyman Martin , 73-895 Highway 111 ; Howard Wallison , 1014 Sandpiper ; Mrs . Margaret Potts , 73-300 Willow, who read a letter from her husband , Mr. Cyrus Potts , which was entered into the record ; Robert Callendar , 1702 Sandpiper , who read a letter which was entered into the record ; Adolph Deutsch, 1713 Sandpiper ; Robert Ricciardi, 73-700 Highway 111 , Florence Hafers 74-230 De Anza Way; James Lock, 74-365 Tamarisk; Charles Martin, 73-612 High�aay 11T ; Lucille Deupree , 47-758 Ocotillo Drive . � Mr . Elliot Canlow, John Sanborn, and Harry Krueger � spoke in rebuttal . Mr . Capl.ow indicated that he would not rebutt any of the comments made by citizens regarding � uart ' s operation but would confine his rebuttal to the question of the architectural design of the building and tne traffic circulation. He indicated that he had complied with the Commission ' s request regarding some_ redesign on the building and further that he had expended a great deal of time and effort in developing a thorough study of the circulation problem. Mr. 5anborn supported Mr . Caplow' s rebuttal statement and also rebutted the statement of Mr . Ricciardi regarding sight distance coming west on Highway 111 . The Chairman closed the meeting . Chairman Clark commented he had been unable to get any information from the State concerning a traffic study . Commissioner Benson stated she did not think they should consider the $80, 000 proposed income as that was not included in the budget to begin with. Commissioner McPherson moved , seconded by Commissioner Benson that because of the traffic congestion incidental to major commercial use , the lack of studied general plan for commercial development , the incompatibility with residential area adjacent to development , and long term effect of project on community without opportunity for this Commission and w Council to study the same , that the application of Stotter and Caplow for a K Mart and other stores at Highway 111 and El Paseo be denied . Motion carried by the foll_owing vote . AYES : Aston ; Senson ; Brush; McPherson; Clark NOES : None Meeting was recessed at 10 : 40 P .M. and called to orcer at 10 : 50 P .ri. 5 1/21/74 A. P .P . 1040-PD - Lawrence Lacks - single family dwelling , 2 , 500 sq. ft . , North side of Shadow Lane , West of Portola - Planner Dupree explained there were originally four separate homes applied for and that applicant was not requesting approval for two of the four . Applicant stated � he was submitting plans for the two houses and would delay the other two until these two are sold . Commissioner McPherson moved , Commissioner Brush seconded that P .P . 1040-PD be approved . Motion unanimously carried. B , P .P . 1039-PD - Lawrence Lacks - single family dwelling , 2 , 500 sq. ft . , North side of Shadow Lane , West of Portola Commissioner Brush moved , Commissioner Aston seconded that P .P . 1039-PD be approved . Motion unanimously carried . C . P .P. 1008-PD - E13orado Homes , maintenance shed , Deep Canyon tennis Cluh (600 sq . ft . ) Plan�er Dupree said this matter was heard on December 10, 1973 and continued until this meeting , Applicant explained this shed would be used for lawn mowers and garden equipment only. i Commissioner McPherson moved , Commissioner Aston � seconded that this plan be approved . Motion unanimously carried . D . P .P . 1023-PD - Physicians Capital Growth - 56 ' unit apartment complex - Parkview Dr . Planner Dupree stated this property had a zoning chanoe whicti would now allow only 28 units . i-ie said there were four alternatives : (1) Denial due to zoning ; (2) Continue and allow applicant to redesign the project ; (3) approve with 28 units , elim"inating certain Uuildings ; (4) or applicant may choose to withdraw the case and apply for a change of zoning , Commissioner Brush moved , Commissioner Benson seconded that the Commission permit withdrawal . Motion unaninously carried . E. P . P . 1032-PD - Frank Purcell (the Wood Nail) commercial building - Ntd corner of 44th & Joshua Kd . Applicant I'rank Purcell , 389 Crestview Dr . , Palm Springs , explained this would be a retail business in the � form of a home improvement center ; no outside lumber storage; interior to contain lumber , hardware and housewares ; 17 , �00 sq . ft . of storage and sales floor area ; contemplate expan- sion to 25 , 000 sq . ft . ; trucks loading and unloading would be hidden from view by a screened wall . 6 1/21/74 Chairman Clark commented that the Commission is concerned with all Four sides of the building and that colored drawings and elevations should be submitted . Commissioner McPherson moved , Commissioner Brush seconded that this matter be continued until February 11 ,. 1974 to permit applicant to submit colored drawings. � Piotion unanimously carried . - F. CPS-1032-PD - Robert Ricciardi , Arch. , addition to Clinical Lab - N side of El Paseo , E of Portola This item had previously been approved . G. P .P . 1424 - Robert Ridgley - 56 unit apartment complex This item is a duplication of "D" above . VII . NEW BUSINESS A. CPS-1045-PD - Fred Rothenberg - Garage South side of 44th, East of San Luis Rey Planner Dupree advised this is a 24 ' x 30 ' garage structure located 65 ' f,rom the front nroperty 1.ine . Commissioner McPherson moved , Commissioner Aston seconded that this application be approved . Motion unanimously carried . ` B . CPS=1044-PD -, Harold McCormick, single family �' residence (2 , 200 sq . ft . ) N side of Whitestone Lane , W of Portola Commissioner McPherson moved , Commissioner Aston seconded that this application be approved . Motion carried by the follo�aing vote : AYE5 : Aston ; Brush; McPherson ; Clark NOES : Benson Not listed on the agenda , Planner Dupree presented 18 . 30 (G-P-S) Plot Plan No . 1050-PD , a shopping center site North of El Paseo , East of Lupine Lane . Mr . Carver , developer , asked for a continuance so he could provide the proper information to the Commission . Commissioner McPherson moved , Commissioner Benson seconded that this matter be continued until February I1 , 1.974 . Motion unanimously carried . VIII . ORAL COMMUNICATIONS �, Bill Carver stated there should be more communication between the applicant and Commission , what material is needed , when it is needed and what requirements are expected in order to be heard . He felt there should be sufficient time to review the information. 7 1/21/74 Ed 1'eck suggested plans be available on the Friday ten days prior to the Commission meeting . Robin Barrett urged better preparedness on the part of the Commission . '�, City Manager Asmus asked the Commission to decide on which type of structures they wanted colored drawings . It was agreed by this Commission to require color. ed drawings on all commercial buildings and mtilti-dwe2lings over six units . A lengthy discussion ensued on the best procedures for handling applications for plot plans , C:UP ' s and variations and for better coordination between the City and County in scheduling and prepartion. It was agreed to adjourn to Monday , January 18 , 1974 at 7 : 00 P .M. at the Santa Fe Federal Savings and Loan. Meeting adjourned at 12 : 25 A.M. , Januar.y 22 , 1974 . . Jd������.� ,��,���-�---- Mary Pain�er - Deputy City Clerk ATTEST : �/;/ � � �r�r+ / (,�" �� �%y'1� �'� / j l;�� 1 � Henry Cl, rk, Chairman � � _ l � J �rir 8 1/21/74