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HomeMy WebLinkAbout0901 MINUTES PALM DESERT PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING TUESDAY - SEPTEMBER 1, 1981 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 7:00 P.M. by Chairman Miller in the City Hall Council Chambers. II. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - Commissioner Richards III. ROLL CALL Members Present: Commissioner Kryder Commissioner Richards Commissioner Wood Chairman Miller Excused Absent: Commissioner Berkey Staff Present: Ramon Diaz, Director of Environmental Services Stan Sawa, Principal Planner Steve Smith, Associate Planner Phil Drell , Assistant Planner Linda Russell , Planning Secretary Others Present: Barry McClellan, Director of Public Works Eric Vogt, Fire Marshal IV. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: August 19, 1981 Motion was made by Commissioner Kryder, seconded by Commissioner Richards, tow to approve the minutes as submitted. Carried (4-0) . V. SUMMARY OF COUNCIL ACTION Mr. Diaz reviewed the actions of the Council for the meeting of August 27, 1981. VI. PUBLIC HEARINGS A. Continued Case No. ZOA 08-81 - CITY OF PALM DESERT, Applicant Consideration of an amendment to Municipal Code, Chapter 25.68, concerning regulation of signs. Mr. Drell reviewed the revisions made to the proposed Zoning Ordinance Amend- ment from the last meeting. On the subject of sign design, location and size, Commission noted that the ,proposed revisions did not reflect their comments from the last meeting, August 19. Mr. Diaz explained that staff had chosen this alternative to give Design Review Board the ability to grant a maximum of one square foot of sign area per lineal foot of frontage, if circumstances are warranted. Now Commissioner Richards felt that applicants are entitled to the one square foot of sign area per lineal foot of frontage and that the Design Review Board should not have the ability to deny this. Commissioner Kryder agreed. Commission also felt that since Design Review Board does have the right to assess the aesthetic value of signs; they should still substantiate their findings. MINUTES PALM DESERT PLANNING COMMISSION SEPTEMBER 1, 1981 Page Two * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * VI. PUBLIC HEARINGS (cont. ) After further discussion on this matter Mr. Diaz suggested that Section 25.68.270 be revised to read: Under A-"Businesses within one hundred feet of a public right-of-way which they face, or businesses which front only on a common use parking area shall be entitled to one square feet of sign per lineal foot of frontage, unless the Design Review Board determines that the proposed size of the sign is not in har- mony with the design of the building"; Under B (would read the same as A except for those businesses located greater than 100 feet from a public right-of-way will be entitled to one and one-half square feet of sign per lineal foot of frontage. Commission agreed to this revision. aa' Mr. Drell reviewed the remainder revisions and Commission concurred. Mr. Diaz noted that under Section 25.68.150, Open House Signs; second paragraph, last word; change from "extended" to "rescinded". Chairman Miller opened the Public Hearing and asked for input from the audience. There being none in FAVOR or OPPOSITION, the public hearing was closed. Motion was made by Commissioner Richards, seconded by Commissioner Kryder, to adopt Planning Commission Resolution No. 738, recommending approval to the City Council , subject to the changes made above. Carried (4-0) . B. Case No. CUP 05-81 - RONALD GREGORY et al , Applicant Consideration of a request for a CUP to allow the Conver- sion of 2 single family dwelling units within the R-3 zone to Professional Office Use located at 74-058 and 74-070 Alessandro Drive. Mr. Smith reviewed the staff report and noted a change to Condition No. 13, to read: "The applicant will provide a Mutual Access Agreement. " Staff recommended approval . .r Chairman Miller opened the Public Hearing and asked if the applicant cared to make a presentation. MR. RON GREGORY, 74-301 Old Prospector Trail , felt that the area is better suited for office use rather than residential . He concurred with staff's revisions and requested approval . Chairman Miller asked if anyone present 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 Richards, to adopt staff findings. Carried (4-0) . Motion was made by Commissioner Richards, seconded by Commissioner Kryder, to adopt Planning Commission Resolution No. 739, approving the Conditional Use Permit, subject to the amendment. Carried unanimously (4-0) . C. Case No. TT 18027 - MOE HOFFMAN, HOFFMAN BUILDERS, INC. , Applicant Consideration of a 7 lot tentative tract map and Negative Declaration of Environmental Impact to allow the construc- tion of 5 duplexes and common area on 3.2 acres within the R-2 (7) S.P. and PR-7 S.P. zone located at the south- east corner of Park View Drive and Fairhaven Drive. Mr. Drell reviewed the staff report and recommended approval . Chairman Miller opened the Public Hearing and asked if the applicant cared to make a presentation. MINUTES PALM DESERT PLANNING COMMISSION SEPTEBER 1, 1981 Page Three * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * VI. PUBLIC HEARINGS (cont. ) MR. CHARLES MARTIN, 73-700 Highway 111, Architect, questioned how much the fee would be for Park and Recreation purposes, Condition No. 17. Mr. Diaz explained that it was based on density, square footage, and value of property. It was agreed to change this Condition to read: "Development shall pay a fee in lieu thereof as a condition of the final map for Park and Recreation purposes, based upon the densities developed on lot 6. " Mr. Martin also requested that Condition Nos. 26 and 27 be deleted. He explained that they were not installing sidewalks and the development to the west was not either. Mr. McClellan felt that sidewalk was not necessary on Parkview. Mr. Drell stated that there was sidewalk on the north but none on the south. Therefore, Mr. Diaz recommended that Condition No. 26, Parkview Drive, be deleted, but No. 27, Fairhaven Drive, be retained. It was agreed by Commission and Mr. Martin. Mr. Martin also inquired about Condition No. 5 of the Fire Marshal 's letter. Mr. Vogt stated that a temporary water system could be installed. Mr. Martin asked what the fee is for Drainage and Signalization Fund. Mr. McClellan replied that it was $50 per dwelling unit. Chairman Miller asked if anyone present wished to speak in FAVOR or OPPOSITION to this case. MR. GEORGE RAMERE, 7286 Parkview Drive, stated he lives on the corner of San Juan and Parkview and was concerned that this development would interfere with his possible future fence improvements. tam Commissioner Richards asked the applicant if they would be installing a wall . Mr. Martin replied that they would be, 6 ft. tall . Chairman Miller closed the Public Hearing. Motion was made by Commissioner Richards, seconded by Commissioner Kryder, to adopt staff's findings. Carried 4-0. Motion was made by Commissioner Wood, seconded by Commissioner Kryder, to adopt Planning Commission Resolution No. 740, approving a 7 lot tentative tract map and Negative Declaration of Environmental Impact, subject to those revisions made on the Conditions. Carried 4-0. VII . CONSENT CALENDAR A. CUP 10-78 - BRICKER, Applicant - Request for a one year time extension to a Conditional Use Permit. Staff recommended approval . Minute motion was made by Commissioner Kryder, seconded by Commissioner Richards, to approve the one year time extension. Carried 4-0. iffim VIII. DESIGN REVIEW BOARD ITEMS - NONE r r MINUTES PALM DESERT PLANNING COMMISSION r . SEPTEMBER 1, 1981 Page Four IX. MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS A. Case No. ZOC 02-81 - Resolution clarifying the distinction for zoning purposes between single family dwelling units and factory built, manufactured or mobile homes. Mr. Drell stated that because there was question on the distinction between a single family dwelling and manufactured, factory built or mobile homes, it will be necessary to clarify it for zoning purposes by this action. Motion was made by Commissioner Kryder, seconded by Commissioner Richards, to adopt Planning Commission Resolution No. 741, clarifying the distinction between a single family dwelling and manufactured, factory built or mobile homes. Carried 4-0. B. Discussion of Mr. Bill Lo's proposal for the construction of Moderate Income Housing. Mr. Lo gave a brief presentation indicating the location for this proposed project would be approximately 600 feet east of Portola on the north side of Magnesia Falls. 80 dwelling units would be proposed. Mr. Diaz explained that the reason this was before the Commission wasto show that we can achieve 25% density bonus to provide affordable housing and Mr. Lo is now determining how to implement the program. Commission felt it was a good location. Commissioner Kryder asked if the City would be participating in any way for this program--Mr. Diaz replied that it would not. C. Discussion of proposed Planned Community Development Zone. Mr. Diaz indicated that a new zone, Planned Community Development, was recommended as part of the General Plan process. Staff recommended that a hearing be set for October 27, 1981. Motion was made by Commissioner Wood, seconded by Commissioner Richards, to set this development for hearing on October 27, 1981. Carried 4-0. D. Proposed street vacation for Jack Wise at intersection of San Carlos and DeAnza Way. Mr. Diaz stated that this matter had been heard at a hearing before City Council , but action must be made by Planning Commission determining the portion of the intersection (San Carlos and DeAnza Way) to be vacated is in compliance with the General Plan. Minute Motion was made by Commissioner Richards, seconded by Commissioner Kryder, determing that the intersection to be vacated is in compliance with the General Plan. Carried 4-0. X. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS Commissioner Kryder was disturbed that CVAG had still not sent any reports. He instructed staff to follow up on the matter and review with Commission. Commissioner Kryder requested that staff give some assurance that 20% of the Redevelopment monies would be spent for low cost housing. Commissioner Miller thanked everyone for the good wished sent to him during his illness and stay in the hospital . XI. ADJOURNMENT Motion was made by Commissioner Richards, seconded by Commissioner Kryder, to adjourn the meeting at 8:55 P.M. Carried 4-0. ATTEST: RA N DIAZ, SECRETARY CHARL I ER, Chairman