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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1002 MINUTES PALM DESERT PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING TUESDAY - OCTOBER 2, 1979 7:00 P.M. - CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS I. CALL TO ORDER The regularly scheduled meeting of the Palm Desert Planning Commission was called to order at 7:02 P.M. by Chairman Snyder in the City Hall Council Chambers. II. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - Commissioner Berkey III. ROLL CALL Members Present: Commissioner Berkey Commissioner Fleshman Commissioner Kryder Commissioner Miller Chairman Snyder Staff Present: Paul Williams, Director of Environmental Services Murrel Crump, Principal Planner Stan Sawa, Associate Planner Linda Russell , Secretary IV. APPROVAL OF MINUTES A. Minutes of regular meeting of September 19, 1979 Mr. Williams noted the following corrections: Page 2, Paragraph 4 from bottom, sentence should continue on to say: "in that it may set an undesirable precedent. " tow Page 2, next Paragraph, add "APPLICANT" after MR. GEORGE BERKEY; and, insert at the end of paragraph "Commissioner Kryder agreed that this seemed to be sufficient reason for approval of a smaller lot size." Upon motion made by Commissioner Miller, seconded by Commissioner Berkey, the minutes of September 19, 1979, were approved as amended; carried unanimously. V. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS Mr. Williams asked the Commission to note a letter received by Mr. Bill Driver and asked the Commission to give consideration for this request to be presented at the October 17, 1979, meeting as an Agenda item. VI. PUBLIC HEARINGS. A. Continued Case No. TT 14805 - KAUL CONSTRUCTION, Applicant Request for approval of a 37 lot residential subdivision on 7.2 acres within the PR-5 (Planned Residential , 5 d..u./ac) zone located on the south side of Country Club Drive, between Monterey Avenue and Portola Avenue. Mr. Crump presented this case stating that the applicant requested continuance to the October 17, 1979, meeting. Upon motion made by Commissioner Fleshman, seconded by Commissioner Berkey, and carried unanimously, Case No. TT 14805 was continued to October 17, 1979. Minutes Palm Desert Planning Commission October 2, 1979 Page -2- B. Continued Case Nos. DP 11-79 and TT 14998 - T & D CALIFORNIA INVESTMENTS, Applicant Request for approval of a preliminary Development Plan to allow 22 dwelling units and recreational facilities and 26 lot Tentative Tract Map on approximately 5 acres within the PR-5 (Planned Resi- dential , 5 d.u./ac) zone located at the southwest corner of Hovely Lane and Portola Avenue. Mr. Crump presented this case stating that the Applicant requested continuance to the October 17, 1979 meeting. Upon motion made by Commissioner Berkey, seconded by Commissioner Kryder, Case Nos. DP 11-79 and TT 14998 were continued to October 17, 1979. Carried unanimously 4-0-1 (ABSTAIN: Fleshman) ..1r C. Continued Case No. DP 02-78 (Amendment) - ROBERT H. RICCIARDI (for Columbia Savings) , Applicant Request for approval of an amendment to a previously approved Development Plan to allow a 2048 sq. ft. restaurant use in a portion of a commercial complex on approximately 3.5 acres, within the P.C. (3) , S.P. (Planned Commercial , Regional ; Scenic Preservation - Overlay) Zone generally located at the southwest corner of Highways 74 and 111. Mr. Crump presented this case noting that the draft resolution grants approval subject to all of the conditions of the original Development Plans. He recommended approval of the subject amendment to Case No. DP 02-78, by Planning Commission Resolution No. 532. There were no questions or comments from the Commission at this time, so Chairman Snyder asked the applicant to make a presentation. MR. NORMAN CRAMER, Applicant, 74427 Mercine, Palm Desert, stated the City of Palm Desert presently does not have barbecue or family type restaurants and their decision to move to this area was based on that fact. .r Chairman Snyder then _declared._the Public Hearing open, asking if anyone present wished to speak in FAVOR or OPPOSITION to this proposal . There being none, Chairman Snyder closed the Public Hearing. Commissioner Fleshman expressed a concern for the required trash bin location, which was pointed out by Mr. Crump. He also asked if there was a door opening on the south side and would they be allowed a sign facing E1 Paseo? Mr. Crump responded indicating they have an adopted Sign Program for that building and this use was eligible for sign on the street frontage. Upon motion made by Commissioner Miller, seconded by Commissioner Kryder, Planning Commission Resolution No. 532 was adopted approving the request; Carried unanimously (5-0). D. Case Nos. CUP 08-79 - PALM DESERT COMMUNITY SERVICES DISTRICT, Applicant Request for approval of a Conditional Use Permit for Public Utility purposes (with related setback and parking variance) to allow con- tinued use of a facility containing an existing maintenance building, water well building, and living quarters (with proposed remodeling) .. on approximately .22 acres within the R-1, S.P. (Single Family Resi- dential , Scenic Preservation Overlay) zone located at 44-491 Portola Avenue. Minutes Palm Desert Planning Commission October 2, 1979 Page -3- D. (continued) Mr. Crump presented this case emphasizing consideration should be given to design compatibility and site aesthetics. He recommended approval for Case No. CUP 08-79 with requested setback and parking variance, subject to conditions. There being no questions from the Commission at this time, Chairman Snyder opened the Public Hearing. too MR. BOB MAINIERO, Applicant, 2225 E. Tahquitz-McCallum Way, requested the Commission to be more specific on the condition regarding upgrading of the landscaping. Chairman Snyder indicated this is in a residential area, and he felt it would be difficult to approve less than what code demands. (a) a 2-car covered garage; (b) required front yard. He also stated he needed substantial landscaping. After,a short discussion between the applicant and the Commission, the Commission decided it would be best to continue the matter for the applicant to consider the alternative of moving the carport to the rear yard. The applicant agreed that perhaps a continuance was in order. Upon motion made by Commissioner Berkey, seconded by Commissioner Kryder, Case No. CUP 08-79 was continued to October 17, 1979 meeting. Carried unanimously (5-0). E. Case Nos. CUP 07-79 and TT 15384 - BRUCE JOEL REIMER, Applicant Request for approval of a Conditional Use Permit to allow the Conversion of existing apartments to condominiums and a one lot subdivision for condominium purposes on approximately one acre with the R-2 (Single Family Residential District) zone generally located on the south side of Santa Rosa Way approximately 455 ft. west of San Pasqual Avenue. Mr. Crump presented this case noting there are only 2 zoning ordinance sections which distinguish apartments from condominiums: (1) 1000 sq. ft. floor area minimum; (2) required parking spaces. The -plan satisfies these requirements. He also observed: (1) No difference between single owner apartment complex and individually owned condominiums; (2) No social impacts as a result of displacement of apartments tenants, as the units were not occupied; and, (3) The request would provide an additional choice in the housing market. Therefore, the staff recommended approval of Case Nos. CUP 07-79 and TT 15384, by adopting Resolution Nos. 533 and 534, subject to conditions. Commissioner Berkey asked if the City Attorney could be asked to review Condition No. 4 of the standard conditions. Chairman Snyder also recommended this. The Staff agreed that the City Attorney should review all CC & R's. Chairman Snyder asked if Mr. Hill reviewed the request and concurs it -meets the building code for condominiums. Staff pointed out the suggested condition which required compliance to the applicable ..► building codes. There being no other questions at this time, Chairman Snyder asked the applicant to make a presentation. LEON PEAR, Applicant, No. 2 Fordham Rd. , Rancho Mirage, assured the Commission that Mr. Hill was contacted and he approved construction provided additional fire wall were constructed, which would be no problem because construction was not yet complete. He pointed out a rendering of the proposed project which reflected how the project would be modified to provide the required parking. He did request that the Commission consider eliminating one required open parking space. Minutes Palm Desert Planning Commission October 2, 1979 Page -4- After a discussion on the parking spaces, it was agreed that 20 covered spaces, and 4 open spaces were sufficient. Chairman Snyder then declared the Public Hearing open, asking if anyone present wished to speak in FAVOR or OPPOSITION to this request. There being none, Chairman Snyder closed the Public Hearing. Upon motion made by Commissioner Berkey, seconded by Commissioner Kryder Planning Commission Resolution Nos. 533 and 534 were adopted. Carried unanimously (5-0). F. Case No. CUP 09-78 (Amendment) - BANK OF INDIO, Applicant Request for approval of an amendment of an approved Conditional Use Permit to allow an additional 20 ft. wide entrance only driveway on E1 Paseo to facilitate access to a bank building on approximately 5.4 acres (total Hughes Investment site) , within the C-1, S.P. (General Commercial District, Scenic Preservation Overlay) , Zone generally located at the northeast corner of State Hwy 74 and E1 Paseo. Mr. Crump presented this case stating the proposed driveway would create-a problem because of the proximity to the intersection of Hwy 74. Further, staff believes that site had adequate access. Staff recommended denial of the amendment to CUP 09-78. There being no questions at this time, Chairman Snyder asked if the applicant would like to speak. CARL COX, Applicant, 73-125 Shadow Mountain Dr. , emphasized the driveway would be an entrance only and would take traffic off El Paseo. He stated it was imparative to have the new access. Chairman Snyder then opened the Public Hearing asking if anyone present wished to speak in FAVOR or OPPOSITION to the case. There being none, Chairman Snyder closed the Public Hearing. The Commissioners indicated their concern for the traffic situation on E1 Paseo. Commissioner Berkey stated that the project needed the access, ' in his opinion. _ Commissioner Kryder stated he did not believe the traffic count is any different than Bank of America , in relation to the driveway access. Chairman Snyder indicated that he thought it would be a more dangerous situation. Mr. Crump state that the Design Review Board did not feel it is an acceptable design. Commissioner Fleshman stated he believed that it was not a good place for a bank and expressed concern for the parking. The Commission agreed that this matter should be continued to 1 consider alternative plans. The applicant agreed to the continuance but indicated their reluctance to not having the requested driveway opening. Chairman Snyder Reoponed the Public Hearing. Uppon motion made by Commissioner Kryder, seconded by Commissioner Fleshman, it was moved to continue Case No. CUP 09-78 (Amendment) to the October 30th, 1979 meeting; carried unanimously (5-0) . VII. OLD BUSINESS - NONE VIII. NEW BUSINESS - NONE Minutes Palm Desert Planning Commission October 2, 1979 Page -5- IX. DESIGN REVIEW BOARD ITEMS Mr. Williams stated that during the study session one case was reviewed which was the proposed model complex for Ironwood and suggest approval by Resolution No. 535. Upon motion made by Commissioner Miller, seconded by Commissioner Kryder, Planning Commission Resolution No. 535 was adopted. Carried 4-0-1, with Commissioner Fleshman abstaining. Now X. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS - NONE XI. COMMENTS Mr: Williams discussed with the Commission about a joint meeting with the Design Review Board. Chairman Snyder agreed to work with Staff to establish an agenda and time. Commissioner Fleshman stated they are not getting consistent review of projects. The quality of the plans should be better and needs more information. The Commission suggested that perhaps this should be an agenda item for the joint meeting with the Design Review Board. XII. ADJOURNMENT - 8:30 P.M. Upon motion made by Commissioner Fleshman, seconded by Commissioner Kryder and carried unanimously, the meeting was adjourned. �ULN.. WILLIAMS, Secretary ATTEST: WALTER SNYDER, Chairm h /lr