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HomeMy WebLinkAbout0315 � MINUTES PALM DESERT PLANNING COMMISSIOIQ MEETING MARCH 15, 1977 7:00 PM - CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS I. CALL TO ORDER The regularly scheduled meeting of the Palm Desert Planning Commission was called to order by Chairman Wilson at 7:05 p.m. in the Council Chambers in the Palm Desert City Hall. �,�,,, II. PLEDGE - Commissioner BERKEY III. ROLL CALL Present: Commissioner BERKEY Commissioner KELLY Commissioner MILLS Commissioner READING Chairman WILSON Others Present: Paul A. Williams - Director of Environmental Services Hunter Cook - City Engineer Sam Freed - Assistant Planner Marcie Johnson - Planning Secretary IV. MINUTES A. MINUTES of the Planning Commission Meeting of March 1, 1977. The following corrections and/or additions were noted: �y,,,�, Page 3, lst paragraph, 3rd sentence, change the last word "continuance" to "withdrawal". Page 3, 3rd paragraph from the bottom, first sentence, change "matrer" to "matter". Page 5, 2nd paragraph, change "Reading" to "Mills". Page 6, 3rd paragraph, change to read as follows: "Mr. Williams stated that the building would have to go back 120 feet in order to get the studio portion beyond the narrow portion of the lot." Page 6, Sth paragraph, change "that" to "they". Page 6, 2nd paragraph from the bottom, change "Reading" to "Mills". Page 7, 2nd paragraph, change "Williasm" to "Williams". Page 8, 6th paragraph, change "something" to "legal matter". Page 8, 7th paragraph, change to read as follows: �+` "Mr. Williams then in response to the applicant's request to forego the undergrounding requirements, stated that he did not think the Commission had the flexibility to waive the requirements for undergrounding." Page 11, 5th paragraph, delete "closed the Public Hearing and". A motion of Commissioner Mills, seconded by Commissioner Kelly, to approve the minutes, as corrected, of the March 1, 1977, meeting was unanimously carried. � Minutes Palm Desert Planning Commission March 15, 1977 Page Two V. WRITTEN COMMUtVICATIONS None Chairman Wilson explained to those present that the Commission had met in a short study session prior to tonight's meeting for the purpose of going over the minutes of the previous meeting. He further explained that no discussions were held on any of the items on tonight's agenda. � Chairman Wilson then explained the Public Hearing procedures. VI. PUBLIC HEARINGS A. CONTINUED CASE N0. DP 04-77, PRELUDE DEVELOPMENT CO. , APPLICANT Request for approval of a Development Plan for SO condominium units on an approximate 8.94-acre parcel located in the PR-7,S.P. District and situated northerly of and adjacent to the intersection of Park View Drive and Fairhaven Drive. Continued from the Planning Commis- sion meeting of Ma.rch l, 1977. Mr. Williams explained that this case had been continued from the last Planning Commission meeting to allow for a revision submitted by the ap- plicant for a new plan with 50 units as opposed to the original 55 units. Further, since the continuance, staff had reviewed the revised Develop- ment Plan and was therefore recommending approval by Planning Commission Resolution No. 222, subject to certain conditions. Mr. Williams then gave a brief background of the project, including size, proposed lots, density, zoning, etc. Mr. Williams also explained the discrepancy between the Development Plan and the Tract Map pertaining �'" to the additional setback requirements. Mr. Williams then presented the discussion of major issues regarding this project. Said issues are as follows: Compatibility with the Proposed Horse Trail on the Plorth Boundary of the Project Streetscape Additional Driveway Openings on the Proposed Road Proposed Trash Storage Methods Differences between Development Plan and Tract Map Recommendation received from the City of Ra.ncho Mirage Mr. Williams also discussed the recreational ammenities for the project. Finally, Mr. Williams stated that this was a much better design than the previous design; so staff was recommending approval of the Development Plan, subject to the attached conditions. Chairman Wilson asked if there were any questions of staff at this time. Being none, he then opened the Public Hearing and a�ked if the applicant was present. �`' DON GITTELSON, 9171 Wilshire Boulevard, Beverly Hills, sp�ke to the Commission as a representative of Prelude Development Company. Mr. Gittelson stated that they were in accord with all the conditions as specified by staff. Further, he stated that he hoped the Commission would approve the project and he was available for any questions the Commission might have. Chairman Wilson asked if there was anyone present wishing to speak either in FAVOR of or OPPOSED to the project. Being no one, Chairman Wilson closed the Public Hearing and asked for the opinion of the Commission regarding this continued case. Minutes Palm Desert Planning Commission March 15, 1977 Page Three Commissioner Kelly stated she saw no problem with this project at this time. She did ask staff if the tennis courts would be recessed. Mr. Williams answered that they would be level. Commissioner Kelly also stated that she was concerned with the privacy of the units that were adjacent to the tennis courts. She felt that possibly some heavier landscaping could be provided for these units. � Mr. Williams explained that these details will be worked out as a part of the Design Review Board Process. Further, there would be some additional requirements to mitigate the noise. Commissioner Kelly then reiterated that she saw no problem with the project. Commissioner Berkey and Commissioner Mills also agreed with Commissioner Kelly. Commissioner Reading stated that it was a very interesting project and he felt the applicant (Mr. Gittelson) had been very cooperative. Commissioner Reading then moved that the Planning Commission adopt Reso- lution No. 222, approving Development Plan 04-77, subject to the attached con- ditions. Commissioner Mills seconded the motion. Chairman Wilson stated that the development would be an asset to the area and that he agreed with the other Commissioners. The motion unanimously carried. B. CONTINUED CASE N0. TT 9396, PRELUDE DEVELOPMENT CO. , APPLICANT Request for approval of a Tentative Tract Map for a 50-lot condo- minium subdivision on an approximate 8.94-acre parcel located in the PR-7,S.P. District and situated northerly of and adjacent to "�"'' the intersection of Park View Drive and Fairhaven Drive. Continued from the Planning Commission meeting of March 1, 1977. Mr. Williams stated that this was the related Tract Map for the Develop- ment Plan which the Commission had just approved. Further, he stated that there was a problem with regards to the proposed roadway in terms of width but that the Special Conditions as a part of Resolution No. 223 would solve the problem. He then read Special Condition No. 2, which is as follows: 2. Provide additional right-of-way on the northerly side of Park View Drive as follows: 62' total half width easterly of Fairhaven 52� total half width westerly of Fairhaven Developer shall install improvements for pedestrian, bicycle, and landscape purposes as required by the City and shall be responsible for the maintenance of any land- scaping approved for said area. Mr. Williams explained that the intent here was to resolve the align- ment of the road that exists in that area that could provide a hazard; and secondly, to provide a 28 foot parkway. Mr. Williams also explained �, that the City Engineer intended to resolve this as a part of the Final Map. Mr. Williams then stated that staff was recommending that the Commission approve the Tentative Map and forward their recommendation for approval to the City Council by Planning Commission Resolution No. 223 on the basis that the subject Tentative Map does comply with the City�s adopted General Plan, the City's Subdivision Ordinance and related California Subdivision Map Act, as amended. - Minutes Palm Desert Planning Commission Ma.rch 15, 1977 Page Four Chairman Wilson asked if there were any questions of staff at this time. Commissioner Kelly asked where the second entrance to be used for emergency situations would be located as required by Special Condition No. 6. Mr. Williams pointed out the location on the map which was the south- east portion of the project. Chairman Wilson asked for a clarification regarding the different colors �"` for fire hydrants. Mr. Williams explained that the different colors related to the potential flow and that the firemen knew how much flow they could depend on according to the color of the hydrant barrels, nozzle caps, etc. Chairman Wilson opened the Public Hearing and asked if the applicant was present. DON GITTELSON again spoke as a representative of Prelude Development Company. He stated that they were in accord with all of the condi- tions as discussed. He questioned Standard Condition No. 21 pertain- ing to a requirement for street lights along the frontage of Park View Drive. He explained that he thought these lights were not required. Mr. Williams explained that the issue of street lights was something that staff and the Commission and Council had been trying to resolve as a part of a City-wide policy but this had not been resolved as yet. Further, the typical approach has been, on the Commission`s part, to require street lights and it really has been the Council's desire also; particularly at intersections and on the arterial streets. '�'�"" Mr. Gittelson asked if they would still be required. Mr. Williams answered yes, that it would be up to the City Engineer as to where these street lights would be required. Mr. Gittelson asked for a clarification regarding dedication; ex- plaining that it was their intent that the block wall be located on the existing property line. Mr. Williams stated that it was staff�s intent to have 28 feet between the curb and the wall; which would mean a 20 foot deidcation plus an � • ,��,�,���` 8 foot setback. ! ,J�-�/�`7� � r Mr. Gittelson stated they would have no objections as long as ,���`'�y had the option of dedicating the 28 feet or 20 feet plus the block wall. Chairman Wilson asked if there was anyone present wishing to speak either in FAVOR of or OPPOSED to this Tentative Map. Being no one, he closed the Public Hearing and asked for the feelings of the Commission. Commissioner Kelly moved that the Planning Commission adopt Resolution No. 223, recommending approval of TT 9396 to the City Council, subject to the attached conditions of approval. Commissioner Berkey seconded the motion; motion unanimously ;� carried. VII. OLD BUSINESS None ' Minutes Palm Desert Planning Commission March 15, 1977 Page Five VIII. NEW BUSINESS Mr. Williams stated he would prefer to discuss the following three cases at the same time due to the fact they were all County referrals: A. COUNTY REFERRAL - P.M. N0. 9168 - TED & BETTY MUNDAY, APPLICANT Creation of four (4) lots located approximately 276 feet easterly of the intersection of Hovley Lane and Monterey Avenue - County �,,, R-1-1 Acre zoning designation. B. COUNTY REFERRAL - P.M. N0. 9378 - DESERT SQUIRE COUNTRY CLUB, APPLICANT Creation of three (3) lots located at the northeast corner of the inter- section of Monterey Avenue and the Whitewater Channel - County R-2, R-2A, R-3, and R-5 zoning districts. C. COUNTY REFERRAL - P.M. N0. 9417 - WILLIAM FOSTER, APPLICANT Creation of two (2) parcels located easterly of and adjacent to Cook Street, approximately 2,700 feet northerly of 44th Avenue - County I.P. and M-1 zoning designations. Mr. Williams showed the location maps for each parcel map to the Commission. Further, he explained that in terms of land use, the subject cases were all in conformance to the Palm Desert General Plan. However, staff had noted a discrepancy between PM 9168 and PM 9378 regarding the amount of dedication on the east side of Monterey Avenue which may create future conflicts. He stated that PM 9168 indicated a dedication of 54 feet east of the section line from the south boundary north to Country Club Drive. PM 9378 provided for only 40 feet from the south boundary of PM 9168 south to Clancy Lane and only 50 feet between Clancy Lane and the storm channel. To provide suf- ficient land for at least an 88-foot right-of-way, PM 9378 should be revised �r to show a dedication of 54 feet along the f ull frontage of the property on Monterey Avenue. Mr. Williams stated that on all three requests, staff was recommending that the Planning Commission direct the Secretary, by minute motion, to notify the County that the requests did conform to the City's adopted General Plan. Chairman Wilson asked if there were any questions of staff. There were none. Commissioner Berkey moved that the Director of Environmental Services be directed to notify the County that these three items are in conformance to the Palm Desert General Plan. Commissioner Reading seconded the motion; motion unani- mously carried. IX. DESIGN REVIEW BOARD ITEMS A. REVIEW OF CASES ACTED ON BY THE DESIGN REVIEW BOARD AT THEIR MEETING OF MARCH 8, 1977. Mr. Williams explained that the Design Review Board had only approved one case at their meeting of Ma:rch 8th; but that the case which they approved had received probably the most discussion on any one case that the Design Review Board had ever had. He stated that this case was the Bank of America request for approval of their parking lot layout, their drainage, signs, and �""' parking lot lighting. Mr. Williams then presented a lengthy report to the Commission including all of the above items. Chairman Wilson asked if the applicant was present and if he wished to address the Commission. , Minutes Palm Desert Planning Commission March 15, 1977 Page Six DON WEXLER, 199 Civic Drive, Palm Springs, spoke to the Commission as the architect for the project. He stated that so far everything that was being required would be satisfactory to the applicant. He also requested that the Commission approve the Design Review Board actions. There was a short discussion pertaining to the ground sign and the fact that it would not be lit. Mr. Wexler clarified that it was bank policy not to light their ground signs. � Mr. Williams pointed out that one of the requirements was that the existing sign be removed within 5 days of acceptance of the other conditions. Mr. Wexler stated this would be acceptable. Chairman Wilson asked for the pleasure of the Commission. Commissioner Reading moved that the Planning Commission adopt Resolution No. 224, approving the Design Review Board actions of March 8, 1977. Commissioner Mills seconded the motion; motion unanimously carried. X. DISCUSSIOPd ITEMS A. DISCUSSION OF THE ARTICLE ENTITLED, "A PROPOSED METHODOLOGY FOR THE GENERAL PLAN SYSTEM OF CITY AND REGIONAL PLANNING". There was a �rief discussion pertaining to the addition of these discus- sion items to the agenda. Mr. Williams then gave a brief summary of the article. A discussion period ensued and the Commission concurred that the article had given them some good insight into the systems approach regarding problem solving. � B. DISCUSSION OF ARTICLE ENTITLED, "FAMILY LIFE EDUCATION: A COMMUIdITY ORGANIZATION APPROACH". The Commission and staff briefly discussed this article. XI. ORAL COMMLTNICATIONS None XII. COMNIENTS A. City Staff Mr. Williams stated that pursuant to the Study Session discussion, there was a consensus from the Planning Commission that the next joint meeting between the Planning Commission and the City Council should be re-scheduled from the end of March to the end of April in order to allow some additional input on capital improvements. Mr. Freed commented on the exceptional real estate aspects regarding the Portola Del Sol project. ir�r Mr. Williams reminded the Co�nission that the Redevelopment Meeting for all the committees would be held on March 23, 1977. Mr. Williams commented that the Parks and Recreation Commission was now in operation and had already held their first meeting plus an adjourned meeting. He told the Commission that Steve Fleshman had been appointed as Chairman and John Hill has been appointed as Vice- Chairman of the newly-formed Parks and Recreation Commission. B. City Attorney rdone , Minutes Palm Desert Planning Commission Ma.rch 15, 1977 Page Seven C. Planning Commissioners Chairman Wilson asked staff for comments on the Merchant's meeting. Mr. Freed explained that approximately 260 notices had been sent out by the Chamber and that only 15-16 people had shown up for the meeting. Chairman Wilson invited everyone to attend the "Arconsanti" presenta- �"' tion to be held at the College on March 16th at 9:30 a.m. in Lecture Hall I. Chairman Wilson then suggested that staff write a letter to the City of Rancho Mirage, explaining to them why the Commission had not agreed with their recommendations pertaining to Case No. DP 04-77 and Case No. TT 9396. Commissioner Berkey moved that the Secretary be directed to send the above- mentioned letter. Commissioner Mills seconded the motion; motion unanimously carried. Chairman Wilson and staff then discussed the procedures for street dedication (regarding San Jose Street). There was also a discussion pertaining to the re-building of Catalina Way. The next discussion centered around the Coachella Valley County Water District sewer installation on the south side of the City. Chairman Wilson stated that the article which had been printed in the local newspaper regarding these sewers was not entirely clear and that the District should make the residents aware of all the facts involved. Chairman Wilson also stated that he felt it should be publicized that �"" the City did not require mandatory sewer hookup. XIII. ADJOURNMENT Commissioner Mills moved to adjourn the meeting. Commissioner Berkey seconded the motion and the meeting was adjourned at 8:46 p.m. _�_._._.____ r� _� �_ ���� , \_ -; _. �,,� ...,V���;-�.��--J"v �� � �<. ��� PAUL A. WILLIAMS, SECRETARY ATTEST: i i e �% // ` � �: �- 1,��, S. 0 WILSON CHAIRMAN ; PA M ERT LANNING COMMISST�Oid �