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HomeMy WebLinkAbout0114 (2) MINUTES PALM DESERT PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING WEDNESDAY - JANUARY 14, 1981 1:00 P.M. - CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * The regularly scheduled meeting of the Palm Desert Planning Commission was called to order at 1:00 p.m. by Chairman Miller in the City Hall Council Chambers. II. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - Commissioner Kryder .r. III. ROLL CALL Members Present: Commissioner Kryder Commissioner McLachlan Chairman Miller Excused Absent: Commissioner Berkey Commissioner Richards Staff Present: Ramon A. Diaz, Director of Environmental Services Stan Sawa, Principal Planner Linda Russell , Planning Secretary Others Present: Barry McClellan, Director of Public Works IV. APPROVAL OF MINUTES A. Minutes of regular meeting of December 30, 1980. Motion was made by Commissioner Kryder, seconded by Commissioner McLachlan, to approve the Minutes as submitted. Carried unanimously (3-0). V. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS - NONE VI. PUBLIC HEARINGS A. Case Nos. CUP 14-80 and TT 17104 (Revised) - LEWIS HOMES OF CALIFORNIA, Applicants Request for approval of an amendment of a Conditional Use Permit and Tentative Tract Map, to allow the subdivision of 31 existing duplex lots into a one lot subdivision consisting of 16 phases (62 units) on 9.8 acres within the R-2 (5) , S.P. (Single Family Residential , one unit per 5,000 sq.ft. of lot area, Scenic Preser- vation Overlay) zone generally located at the northwest corner of Rutledge Way and Portola Avenue. Mr. Sawa presented this case stating that the applicants are now requesting approval of 62 air space condo units to be built in 16 phases. He explained that the reason for this change is to be able to provide affordable housing and noted that no structural changes are being proposed. He also noted that the 31 duplexes were presently under construction. He stated that there were several concerns addressed in the Conditions of Approval regarding common uses. Staff recommended approval . Chairman Miller asked Mr. Sawa where they would start building since it is to be in 16 phases. Mr. Sawa replied that the applicants were present and would answer this question. Commissioner McLachlan asked what made the applicants aware of the need to s„ change the plan. Mr. Sawa replied that after they went through preliminary plan check in the building department, the changes necessary would have made it very expensive for the applicants. Commissioner Kryder asked if the 16 phases would have to be completed within a year. Mr. Sawa stated that the Tentative Tract Maps would have to be recorded within a year with the possibility of a time extension. MINUTES PALM DESERT PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING JANUARY 14, 1981 Page Two * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * VI. PUBLIC HEARINGS (cunt. ) Chairman Miller opened the Public Hearing asking the appiicanc wished to make a presentation. MR. BILL SULLIVAN, Representative of Lewis Homes, explained why they were making this change and noted that the proposed air space condominiums would not be structurally different from the duplexes and would be sold individually. Chairman Miller asked if there was anyone present who wished to speak in .. FAVOR or OPPOSITION to this case. There being none, the Public Hearing was closed. Motion was made by Commissioner Kryder, seconded by Commissioner McLachlan, to recommend approval to the City Council of Case No. TT 17104, by adoption of Planning Commission Resolution No. 671; and, approve CUP 14-80 by adoption of Planning Commission Resolution No. 672, subject to conditions. Carried unanimously (3-0). B. Case No. CUP 05-79 - WESTSIDE ENTERPRISES, LTD. , Applicants. Request for approval of a one year extension of time for a previously approved Conditional Use Permit for a 36 unit planned residential development in the R-2 8,000 zone (Single Family Residential , 8,000 sq.ft. lot) located east of Chia Drive, between Skyward Way and Homestead Rd. Mr. Sawa presented this case stating that considerations made originally were still valid. He added that the development was in a AO-3 flood zone, which meant that the applicants would have to have Flood Review Committee approval before they continue with the project. Chairman Miller opened the Public Hearing asking if the applicant wished to make a presentation. MS. PATTY MARTIN, Ballew-McFarland, stated she would answer any questions the Commission might have. Chairman Miller asked if the applicants knew of the flood zone. Ms. Martin stated that the Engineer for this project was currently working on this matter. Chairman Miller asked if there was anyone present who wished to speak in FAVOR or OPPOSITION to this case. There being none, the Public Hearing was closed. Motion was made by Commissioner Kryder, seconded by Commissioner McLachlan, to approve a one year time extension by adoption of Planning Commission Resolution No. 673, subject to the original conditions contained in Planning Commission Resolu- tion No. 528. Carried unanimously (3-0). C. Case Nos. C/Z 03-80 and CUP 12-80 - J. CAMERON ALLARD and BALLEW/ MCFARLAND, INC. , Applicants.. Request for approval of a pre-annexation change of zone from R-1 12,000 (Riverside County, single family residential 12,000 sq.ft. minimum lot size) zone to R.M. (mobile home) and PC-2 (District Commercial Center) or other zone as deemed appropriate, and a Conditional Use Permit to allow the development of a 646 unit mobile home subdivision and 13 acres of commercial uses on 162.5 acres located in the northwest quarter of section 4, township 5, range 6 east San Bernardino base at the southeast corner of Portola Avenue (extended) and Frank Sinatra Drive (extended). Mr. Sawa presented this case stating that the property is presently in the preliminary stages of annexation. He stated that the development would conform to the General Plan. He then illustrated on the map the location and design of the development and recommended approval . MINUTES PALM DESERT PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING JANUARY 14, 1981 Page Three VT DIM! Tr 14r8RTI __c Commissioner Kryder a-.i&ea if tner of the Residential zone and the Mobile Home zone. Mr. Sawa replied that the Land Use Element does not specify what type of residential use can be developed as long as the density is the same. Chairman Miller noted that the proposed project would be out of the 5 minute reach for the fire department. He also asked why there would be a vacant lot between the City limits and this project. Mr. Sawa replied that this is a pre-annexation zone change request and upon annexation the City would make sure an island would not be created. Commissioner Miller asked if the mobile home lots would be for sale. Mr. Sawa replied that they would. Commissioner Kryder asked if there were any plans for the vacant property. Mr. Sawa stated that the next Public Hearing Case would address this. Chairman Miller opened the Public Hearing asking if the applicant wished to make a presentation. MR. ROBERT MCFARLAND, Ballew-McFarland, stated he had a plan of the north annexation area available. He presented this plan to the Commission and explained that they would submit a letter requesting annexation of the whole area. He described the mobile home project. Mr. McFarland asked for clarification on two Special Conditions; Mr. Sawa and Mr. McClellan responded. Chairman Miller felt that the parking should be scattered. Mr. McFarland explained that there wouldbe off-street, driveway, and on-street parking, which he felt was adequate. Chairman Miller asked if there was anyone present who wished to speak in FAVOR or OPPOSITION to this case. There being none, the Public Hearing was closed. Now Motion was made by Commissioner McLachlan, seconded by Commissioner Kryder, to recommend approval to the City Council of Case No. C/Z 03-80, by adoption of Planning Commission Resolution No. 674; and, approve Case No. CUP 12-80 by adoption of Planning Commission Resolution No. 675, subject to conditions. Carried unanimously (3-0). D. Case Nos. C/Z 04-80 and CUP 18-80 - ABE REIDER and BALLEW/MCFARLAND, Applicants. Request for approval of a pre-annexation change of zone from R-1 12,000 (Riverside County, Single Family Residential 12,000 sq.ft. minimum lot size) to R.M. (Mobile Home Subdivision Residential District) and a Conditional Use Permit to allow development of an 874 unit mobile home subdivision on 263 acres located at the northeast corner of Portola Avenue (extended) and Frank Sinatra Drive (extended). .Mr. Sawa presented this case and stated that this project was similar to the previous one. He described the project location and street and project design. Staff recommended approval . Chairman Miller opened the Public Hearing asking if the applicant wished to make a presentation. MR. ROBERT MCFARLAND, Ballew-McFarland, stated that this was a similar design as the previous one. He described the storm drain run-off system. In referring to Special Condition No. 2, Mr. McFarland noted that the golf course would be limited to residents, therefore, felt that the number of parking spaces required would vary from the 136 specified. He responded ' to a letter objecting to the project, stating they intend to provide adequate buffer, landscaping, and wall treatment. MINUTES PALM DESERT PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING JANUARY 14, 1981 Page Four * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * l.Oli+iiii5 ;v11cY �.i ju -r, r1crariaiiu LO iidi'Uy ills LOii>r::111 rur jpeclai Condition No. 2. Mr. McFarland stated -that he would like some flexibility in the parking space requirements because the use of the golf carts would eliminate much of the need. Mr. Diaz asked Mr. McFarland if any of the facilities would be used by the public. Mr. McFarland stated that when that decision is made it would be presented to the Design Review Board. After considerable discussion on this matter, Commissioner Kryder recommended that Special Condition No. 2 be amended to read: "Breakdown of clubhouse square footage to be submitted to Design Review Board to verify that it complies with the City of Palm Desert's parking requirements." Chairman Miller asked if there was anyone present who wished to speak in FAVOR or OPPOSITION to this case. There being none, the Public Hearing was closed. Mr. Diaz noted a letter was received from Pacific Coast Builders, Inc. , protesting the proposed project; he reviewed the letter. Motion was made by Commissioner Kryder, seconded by Commissioner McLachlan, to recommend approval to the City Council of Case No. C/Z 04-80 by adoption of Planning Commission Resolution No. 676; and, approve Case No. CUP 18-80 by adoption of Planning Commission Resolution No. 677, as amended, subject to conditions. Carried unanimously (3-0). THERE WAS A 5 MINUTE RECESS AT 2:03 P.M. - MEETING RECONVENED AT 2:08 P.M. VII. OLD BUSINESS A. Review of Mayer Park Design at the northeast corner of Monterey Avenue and Country Club Drive. This item was reviewed and discussed among the Commission, Staff, and Mr. Arbuckle. Minute Motion was made by Commissioner Kryder, seconded by Commissioner McLachlan, to approve the alternate revised plan. Carried unanimously (3-0). VIII. NEW BUSINESS A. Proposed amendments to Zoning Ordinance - Temporary Uses and Model Home Complex. This item was continued to the next meeting so that all five Commissioners could be present for review. IX. DESIGN REVIEW BOARD ITEMS Consideration of cases acted on by the Design Review Board at their meetings of January 6, 1981 and December 9, 1980. Case No. 138 C (McLachlan) - Lack of a quorum; to be reviewed at the meeting of Fe ruary--T, 1981. Case No. 222 MF (Hoffman Builders) - Mr. Sawa stated that the Design Review Board reviewed this case and approved it with some conditions. Mr. Sawa briefly described the project and recommended approval . Motion was made by Commissioner McLachlan, seconded by Commissioner Kryder, to approve the actions of the Board on Case No. 222 MF, by adoption of Planning Commission Resolution No. 678. Carried unanimously (3-0). MINUTES PALM DESERT PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING JANUARY 14, 1981 Page Five * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * X. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS - NONE X1. LU'l E14 J Mr. Sawa noted a conference in Sacramento from the League of California Cities was scheduled for Commissioners in February. Commissioner Kryder requested Staff to notify CVAG regarding why they were not receiving any notices. XII. ADJOURNMENT Motion was made by Commissioner Kryder, seconded by Commissioner McLachlan, to adjourn the meeting at 2:40 p.m. Carried unanimously (3-0) . r' RAMON A. DIAZ, Secret- y ATTEST: , i CHARLES MI LER, Chairman /lr