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HomeMy WebLinkAbout0602 MINUTES PALM DESERT PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING TUESDAY - JUNE 2, 1987 7:00 P.M. - CIVIG CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBER 73-510 FRED NARING DR1VE '� * * « * * � * * � * * * * � � * * � * � * � * * * * * A ONE dND A HALF HOUR STUDY SESSION WAS HELD PRIOR TO THE MEETING IN THE COUNCIL CHAM6ER CONFERENCE ROQM AT 5:30 P.M. I. CALI TO ORDER Chairman Erwood called the me�ting to order at 7:06 p.m. II. PLEDGE OF AILEGIANCE Commissioner Whitiock led in the pledge of ailegiance. [Ii. ROLL CALL Mert�ers Present: Rick Erwood, Chairman Bob Downs Faith Ladlow Jim Richards Caroi Whitlock Members Absent: None � � Staff Present: Ray Diaz 7im Connors Dick Foikers Dean Lewis Phil Dretl Steve Smith Tonya Mo�roe I V. AF�'ROVAL OF M I NUTES: Request for approval of May 19, 19$7 meeting minutes. Action: Moved by Commissioner powns, seconded by Carimissioner Whitlock, approving the minutes as submitted. Carried 4-0-1 (Chairman Erwood abstained) . V. SUMMARY OF (�OUNCIL ACTION Mr . Diaz indicated that no items pertained to the planning commission. Mr. Folkers introduced a new public works employee to the commissian, Mr. Dean Lewis. � I, � MINUTES PALM DESERT PLANNiNG COMMISSION JUNE 2, 1987 VI. CONSENT CALENDAR � None. VII. PUBLIC HEARINGS A. Continued Case Pbs. TT 22446 and TT 22447 - RESURT APARTMENTS, INC., Applicants Request for approval of two tentative tract maps to change the method of ownership from cooperative apartments to airspace condominiums for the PR-7 zoned property located within Shadow Mountain Resort. Mr. Smith reminded camnission that the items had been continued due to a probiem with the iegal advertising and outlined the sa) ient points of the staff report. Commissioner Dawns asked for and received clarification that there was a total of 33 units. Chairman Erwood opened the pubiic testimany and asked if the applicant wished to address the commission. � MR. TlMQ7HY KUHN, representing the owner, stated that he was present to urge cortxnission to approve the request and wouid answer any questions. Commissioner Ladlow asked Mr. Kuhn if any of the owners were in disagreement with the change. Mr. Kuhn replied that one tenant had disagreed, but only because of the fee involved. He informed canm9ssion that if 51X approve, the other owners are required to comply, but indicated that there was a total of approximately 98x in favor. Chairman Erwood asked if anyone present wished to speak in FAVOR or OPPOSITION to the proposed. There being no one, the public testimony was closed. Action: Moved by Gortwnissioner powns, seconded by Chairman Erwood, adopting the findings as presented by staff. Vote: 2-2-1 (Conxnissioners t�adlow and Richards voted no; Gommissioner Whitlock abstained) . z � MINUTES PALM DESERT PLAI�IING COMMISStON JUNE 2, 1987 � Mr. Connars explained that this c4nstitutes no action and that the applicant rm�st appeal to the city council or the cortmission couid refer the matter to city council . It was moved by Commissioner powns to refer the matter to councii , but the motion died due to a lack of a second. Chairman Erwood indicated that it would be appropriate for the applicant to appeal to the city cou�cil . 8. Continued Case No. PP 87-19 - SiON GANNON, Appiicants Request for approval of a negat9ve declaration of environmental impact and precise pian for a two story, 9800 square foot retail /office building to be located at the southeast corner of Highway Iti and Larkspur l.ane. Mr. Orell updated commission on the plans of the appticant showing development for the entire property and elevations. Mr. Drell noted that if the cammission were ta require the applicant to develop the Pntire property (making this a different project) , the case would have to be re-advertised. +�.r Chairman Erwood opened the public testimony and asked if the applicant wished to address the comm9ssion. MR. CNARLES MARTIN, 48040 Thunderbird, Rancho Mirage, stated tha� the plan shows the walkway as an enclosed space, but noted that his clients did not knaw for sure if this wouid be open or enclosed and would come back to cortmission for approval if it is to be enclosed. Mr. Marti� stated that the plan calis for a phase 1 and phase 2 and informed cortmission that the applicant wishes ta build only phase 1 at this time. Commissioner Ladlow asked Mr. Martin for a construction time frame. Mr. Martin replied that the phase 1 building was overdue right now but did not k�ow about phase Z and described the work that would be done as pa�t of phase 1. Canmissioner Richards asked for the age of the building. Mr. Martin feit it was approximately 25 years old. Commissioner powns noted that Keedy's had been there 30 years. Commissioner powns stated that Mr. Keedy asked him to inform commission that he had no objections. � 3 MINUTES PALM OESERT PLANNING COMMISSION JUNE 2, t987 � Chairman Erwood asked if anyone present wished to speak in FAVOR or OPPOSITION to the proposed. There being no one, the public testimony was closed. Action: Moved by Commissioner powns, seconded by Commissioner Whitlock, adopting the findings as presented by staff. Vote: 2-2-1 (Commissioners Ladiow and Richards voted no; Commissioner Erwood abstained) . Mr. Cannors explained that this constitutes no action a�d that the applicant could appeal to the city council . C. Continued Case No. PP 87-17 - CHAZAN CONSTRUCTiON, Applicant Request for approval of a precise plan of design and negative declaration of environmental impact for construction of a 10,637 square foot retail buiiding in the C-1 , S.P, zone on the south side of El Paseo, 217 feet west of Sage Lane. Mr. Diaz reviewed the case and discussians between the applicant and �i Mr. Fox. Staff recommended that a 10 foot shift be allowed and building to the east be required to be set back an additional 10 feet also, creating 15 feet. He ind9cated that the easement access to Ocotillo was through the Narris property. Staff recommended approval . Chairman Erwood opened the public testimony and asked the applicant to address the commission. MR. CHAR�ES MARTIN stated that he was present to answer any questions. Chairman Erwood asked if a�yone present wished to speak in FAVOR or ORPOSITION to the proposed. MR. JIM FOXX, Gaileria owner, stated that he was present at the last meeting and indicated that Mr. Chazan had done a good ,�ob and that the pro,ject would be a tremendous asset to the area. Commissioner �adlow stated that she was very impressed with the way the whole situatian was handled. 4 � MINUTES PALM DESERT PLANNING GOMMISSION Jt�IE 2, 1987 � MR. LARRY GROTBECK, Ei Paseo Business Association, stated that the association needed additionai time for review to offer comment on the project. He indicated that the association would be reviewing all developments atong El Paseo. Commissioner Richards explained that the case had already been continued once and the applicant had resolved any unanswered questions and feit further continuance was uncalled for. Commissioner Richards stressed that if Mr. Grotbeck would be coming before the cortrnission in the future with recommendations, that he r�st supply a list af inembers, members who attended the meeting, and how each member present voted. Commissioner Whitlock asked if this group was separate from the Ei Paseo Merchants Association. Mr. Grotbeck stated that he represents the Ei Paseo Business Association that studies redevelopment and new development on the street and that it was co-chaired by Mr. B111 Waring and Mr. Henry Hoyle. Commissioner Whitlock informed M�. Grotbeck that Misters Hoyle and Waring had appeared before the commission at the previous meeting in favor of the project. Mr. Grotbeck stated that it was possible that they spoke before th9s committee was formed and indicated that several cc�nmittees were being formed and restructuring was being done. He indicated that he � would be comi�g to future meetings. Conxnissioner Richards recommended that Mr. Grotbeck meet with staff to discuss some kind of arra�gement tike the Palm Desert Property Owners Association. Chairman Erwood indicated that this should prevent any future association review delays. Chairman Erwood closed the public testimony. Action: Moved by Commissioner Richards, seconded by Commissioner Ladlow, adopting the findings as presented by staff. Carried 4-0-1 (Chairman Erwood abstained) . Moved by Commissioner Richards, seconded by Cortmissioner Ladlow, adopting Planning Cornmission Resolution No. 1227, approving PP 87-17 sub,�ect to canditions. Carried 4-0-1 (Chairman Erwood abstained) . 5 � MINUTES PAIM DESERT PLANNING COMMISSION JUNE 2, 1987 D. Case Nos. PP 87-22 and VAR 87-1 - EL PASEO COLLECTION AND FERN � FAMILY PALM DESERT PROPERTIES, Applicants Request for approval of a precise plan and parking variance to allow the remodel and expansion of an existi�g cornmercial building at the southeast corner at El Pasea and Highway 74. Mr. Dreli outlined the salient points of the staff report. Staff stated that based upon existing parking tenants of the Galleria, he felt that the seve� space deficiency would not cause a problem. Mr. Drell stated that condition #8 should be revised to read seven spaces and $56,000 and recommended approval , noti�g that the cul-de-sac vacation, variance, and tower elements wouid go to council . Mr. Dreii aiso explained that the tower space would be open to the air but not rentable. Mr. Drell clarified that the property from the Frontage Road to the parki�g lot was private property and indicated that this would not encourage a thoroughfare through the property. Mr. Drell further clarified that access onto Highway 111 , signaljzation, sidewalk alignment, and paim tree relocation would be completed. Chairman Erwood opened the pubiic testimony and asked if the applicant wished to address the commission. � � MR. RICK HaLDEN, 73-330 El Paseo, reviewed the proposal and some history of the property. Chairman Erwood asked if anyone present wished to speak in FAVOR or OF+�OSITION to the proposed. MR. FRED FERN, owner, felt that the project woutd benefit El Pasec� and asked if cornmission had any questions. MR. JIM FOXX stated that 48 spaces were designated employee parking to aliow closer parking for tenants. He expiained that he offered that parking ta Misters Fern and Chazan to designate that for their employee parking also, which would benefit the entire section. Commissioner Ladlow asked Mr. Foxx if he felt there was sufficient parking. He answered yes. MR. LARRY GROTBECK, El Paseo Business Association, stated that th i s pro3 ect had been rev i ewed and a reso 1 ut i on was adopted i n support of this project and he felt that the pro,�ect was compatible with page 18 of the Core Area Spec9fic Plan and would benefit the street. � � � M t I�11ES PALM DESERT PLANNING COMMISSION JIINE 2, 1987 � Chairman Erwood ctosed the pubiic testimony. Commissioner Richards stated that this type of pro,�ect was what the city needed to upgrade the quality of development. Action: Moved by Commtssioner Richards, seco�ded by Cortmissioner powns, adopting the findings as presented by staff. Carried 5-0. Moved by Commissioner Richards, seconded by Commissioner powns, adopting Pianning Gommission Resolution No. 1228, approving PP 87-22 and VAR 87-1, sub,�ect to conditions as amended and recommending to city council associated street vacatton and height limit exception. Carried 5-0. E. Case No. HDP 87-1 - BILL A1� DOROTHY OLINGER, Applicants Request for approval of a single family home on a 3 +/- acre parcei in the Hil )side Planned Residential zone. Mr. Smith outlined the salient points of the staff report and ;�,,, recommended approva 1 . Commissioner Qowns asked if this building was part of the hillside ordinance. Mr. Smith replied yes. Ca�rnissioner Richards feit the quality and steepness of the road did not meet city standards. Mr, Folkers stated that public works has come up with a reconmendation for the applicant to 3oin a future assessment district. Canmissioner Richards feit staff and public works should take steps to come up with some kind of proposal to allow for an assessment district that witl be practical . Commissioner Richards feit that the applicant should sign some type of hold harmless agreement for the city because of the road issue. Chairman Erwood opened the pubiic testimony and asked the applicant to address the commission. MR. RICK J08E, represent �he applicant, feit that commissions concerns were weli founded. He indicated that the street was not up to city standards, but noted that easements were through private property. He stated that the applicant would be happy to sign any hold harmless agreement deemed appropriate. 7 �r.� MINUTES PALM OESERT PLANNING COMMISSION JUNE 2, 1987 '� ,� � � Chairman Erwood asked if anyane present wished to speak in FAVOR or OPPOSITION to the praposed. There being no one, the pubiic testimony was closed. Commissioner Richards feit that the city had been neglectful and that an assessment district and hold harmless agreement should be executed as part of this approval . Mr. Diaz indicated that the planning commission conditions wouid be that 1 ) Applicant shail execute and record a hold harmless agreement with the City of Palm Desert to the satisfaction of the city attorney; and 2) Applicant agrees to execute and record an agreement to ,join an assessment d9strict for street purposes if one is formed to the satisfaction of the city attorney. Mr. Jobe concurred with the conditions. Action: Moved by Cammissioner Richards, seconded by Commissioner Oowns, adopting the findings as presented by staff. Carried 5-0. Moved by Commissioner Richards, seconded by Commissioner powns, adopting Planning Commission Resolution No. 1229, approving HOP ,,,� 87-1 sub,ject to conditions as amended. Carried 5-0. F. Case I�b. CUP 87-8 - VICTOR M[HAJSON, Applicant Request for approval of a conditional use perm9t to allow the estabiishment of a 2184 square foot restaurant which wiil be licensed by the Alcohol 8everage Control Department to be located in the Palms to Pines East, fronting onto Ei Paseo. Mr. Smith outiined the salient points of the staff report and noted that any business licensed by Aicoholic Beverage Control would come before the planning commission for approvai . He read a )etter from the Sandpiper Owners Association in opposition. Staff recommended approvai . Chairman Erwaod o ened the public testimony and asked the appiicant ta address the commissio�. MR. VIGTOR MIHAJSON, appiicant, stated that the building and restaurant were designed according to city standards. 8 � MINUTES PALM DESERT PLANNING CONMISSION JINrE 2, 1987 � Commissioner Richards asked about the type of restaurant. Mr. Miha,�son stated that it would serve european style food, lunch and dinner. Commissioner Ladlow asked if the bar wauid be open until 2:00 a.m. Mr. Miha,json replied I1:00 p.m. Chairman Erwood asked if anyone present wished to speak in FAVOR or OPPOSITION to the proposed. There being no one, the pubiic testimony was closed. Commissioner powns stated that he had no problem with the proposal . Commissioner Whitiock expressed appreciation for the letter sent in opposition, but did not personally oppose the pro,�ect. Action: Moved by Commissioner powns, seconded by Cortmissioner Richards, adopting the findings as presented by staff. Carried 5-0. Moved by Commissio�er powns, seconded by Canmissio�er Richards, adopting Planning Commission Resolution No. 1230, approving CUP 87-8. Carried 5-0. G. Case No. CUP 87-6 - RALPH At� VONNA ilESTFALL, l�p i i cants �.r Request for approval of a conditio�ai use permit to allow conversion of nine of the existing motel units to office professional use. Mr. Smith reviewed the background of this submittal and expressed concerns for the parking. Commissioner Whltlock asked if more parking spaces could be created. Mr. Smith replied that the only area on site would be the swirnming pool . Cornmissioner Whitlock asked about the corner area at San Luis Rey. Mr. Smith indicated that there would not be enough room and would eliminate landscaping. Chairman Erwood opened the public testimony and asked the applicant to address the commission. MR. RALPH WESTFALL, applicant, stated that the property has been upgraded, but they are now facing a situation where the smaller hoteis/motels are becoming obsolete. He felt the staff report was prepared well and assured the commission of their intent to make the project a credit to the community and city. Mr. Westfall indicated that he could not see any significant increase in traffic. He noted that there might be only seven 9 � MINUTES PALM OESERT PLANNING COMMISSION JlM1E 2, 1987 occupants instead of nine because four of the units ca� be made� � into su9tes. He stated that they would like any suggestions far the parking. Commissfoner Richards felt that the swimming pool detracted from the office professionai image. Mr. Westfall stated that their intent was to keep the swimming pool and fence it off so that it is not available to the tenants, which would reduce their liability insurance considerably. Commissioner Richards expressed concern that the project did not look like either a motel or office professionai . He noted that staff has a problem with the parking. Ne suggested ta the applicant that if he wanted office professional , he should hire an architect to come up with a design. Chairman Erwood asked if anyone present wished to speak in FAVOR or OPPOSITION to the proposed. MS. JO McCAROUGN, Prickly Pear Square owner, spoke in favor of the project and �oted that the property has been improved gradually. She spoke against having retail uses only on E1 Paseo. � Chairman Erwood closed the public testimony. Commissioner Richards recommended to the applicant that he obtain an architect's services to address parking concerns and other discussion items and come back with more detailed plans and uses. Mrs. Vonna Westfall expressed concern for a continuance due to insurance costs. After further discussion Mr . Diaz recommended a one month cantinuance. Cortimissioner powns stated that he concurred with the continuance and felt that the applicant needed an architect. He indicated that he had concerns regarding the swimming pool and vehicles parking in the public right-of-way. Mr. Westfall concurred with the continuance and suggestions made by commission. Action: Moved by Commissioner Richards, seconded by Commissioner powns, continuing CUP 87-6 to July 7, 1987. Carried 5-0. id � M I I�TES PAIM DESERT P�APqd I NG 00lIM I SS I ON JUNE 2, 19�7 `�` H. Case No. PP 87-16 - CHAZAN CONSTRl1CTI0N, Appiicant Request for approval of a precise plan of design and negative declaration of enviranmental impact to allow construction of a seven unit single story apartment pro,�ect in the R-3 (3) zone on the south side of Shadow Mountain Drive, 211 feet west of Portola. Mr. Smith outiined the salient points of the staff report and recommended approval . Chairma� Erwaod opened the pubiic testimony and asked the applicant to address the carimission. MR. CHARLES MAR7IN stated that he would answer any questions. He r►oted that the slte could hotd nine units, but that they were asking for only seven. Mr Martin aiso described the design and some of the amenities. Commissioner Richards fett that the applicant should, in future, provide commission with better plans and elevations. �,,,,, Chairman Erwood asked if anyo�e present wished to speak in FAVOR or OPf�OSITION to the proposed. There being no one, the pubiic testimony was closed. Action: Moved by Commissioner Whitiock, seconded by Cortmissioner Ladiow, adopting the find9ngs as presented by staff. Carried 5-0. Moved by Commissianer Whitlock, seconded by Cortxnissioner ladlow, adopting Planning Commission Resolution No. 1231 , approving PP 87-16 subJect to co�ditions. Carried 5-0. I. Case No. PP 87-i8 - BERNIE IEUNG (FOR GTE), Applica� Request for approval of a 728 square foot equipment buiiding and a 260 square foot future expansion located on the west side of Corporate Way, 120 feet north of 42nd Avenue. Mr. Diaz outiined the salient points of the staff report and recommended approval . - � 11 �r.► MINUTES PALM DESERT PLANNING COMMISSION JUNE 2, 1987 Chairman Erwood opened the public testimony and asked if the '011�' appiicant wished to address the cortmission. There being no response, Chairman Erwood asked if anyone prese�t wished to speak in FAVOR or OPPOSITION to the proposed. There being no one, the public testimony was closed. Action: Moved by Commissioner Richards, seconded by Cortimissioner Whitlock, adopting the findi�gs as presented by staff. Carried 5-0. Moved by Conxnissioner Richards, seconded by Commissioner Whitlock, adopting Planning Commission Resolution No. 1232, approving PP 87-18. Carried 5-0. J. Contirxied Case No. PP 16-83 Amendment �1 - HOWARD PARCEI�, PAIM DESERT DISPOSAL, Appitcant Request for approval of a seven acre expa�sion to a parking and storage area and a second story addition to an existing structure (5400 square feet) for a trash hauling and disposal company with a negative declaration of environmental impact located on the south side of Lennon Place � between Eclectic and Corporate Way. Mr. Diaz reviewed the previous hearing and outiined the salient points of the staff report. He noted that two telegrams in opposition and a letter from Superv9sor �arson expressing neutrality were received. Mr. Diaz stated that there was no appiication for a transfer station and indicated that a transfer station could not be made compatible with existing development in the area. 5taff recortmended approvai of the proposal , sub,�ect to the conditions and added a condition #10 that the wall along Lennon Drive which screens the proposed expanded area shall be eight feet in height and landscaped in such a manner to screen the area above the wail so that it will not be visible. Mr. Diaz stated that the City of Paim Desert as a city had trash picked up at its public facilities as part of the franchise fee. Commissioner Whitlock asked what the expansion area would be specifically used for. Chairman Erwood o ened the public testimony to ailow the appiicant to address this issue. 12 "¥ � M I NU7ES PALM DESERT PLANNING COMMISSION JUNE 2, 1987 � MR. H�WARO PARCELL, representative, stated that they had prepared a 15 year master plan. He indicated that the expansion would be used far � service bay additio� for vehicle servicing, a wash area, chemical storage, and other uses such as dumpster storage. He indicated that complete perimeter screening would be provided. He concurred with the eight foot watl and the extra landscaping for screening the outside storage. MR. BURK, Paim Desert Disposal , indicated that the portable toilets are cieaned dry and then brought to the facility and no extra changing of liquids occurs. He stated that the city code compiiance department checked for odars problems and did not find any smelt except within five feet of the sump area. He indicated that the sump area where the trucks are washed could be cleaned every day to eliminate any odors. He stated that the property with the chain link fence was purchased in December of 1985 from George Berkey; he knew that the parcel was in the CC&R's and then a few months later the property was thrown out of the CCBR's. A year later Mr. Berkey also handled a transaction of a larger parcei and they sat down and discussed the expansion and transfer station with him then. Mr. Burk aiso indicated that it would mostty be small trucks using the facility. He noted that construction was a large part of the `;,,� business and that they store power poles and fencing so that everything is availabie and convenient to the construction industry at one place. Commissioner Ladiow asked about screening of portable toilets from the second floor. Mr. Burk indicated that it could be done. Commissioner Richards noted that the transfer station was not part of the request, but felt that if the transfer statio� was needed the applicant shouid cansider a different site. Mr. Burk replied that it was only an idea and they would not do it if the city was opposed. Commissioner Whitlock asked the applicant how many trash bins would be added and how long the bins keep trash. Mr. Burk �eplied that it would take 250 businesses to add one truck. He indicated that trash trucks dfd not keep trash over night except on occasion and a certain amount was allowed. Commissioner Whitiock indicated that she had observed the site and noted that several bins were f i 1 1 ed w i th trash w i th the 1 i ds open a�d attracted p 1 enty of f 1 i es and creates a nuisance. He stated that he has never had a complaint about odor or fiies and indicated that trash bins not covered was not normai . Commissioner l.adlow asked if the flies could be sprayed or covers used. Mr. Burk indicated that tarps are used as covers for 13 �.. MINUTES PALM DESERT PLANNING COMMISSION JUNE 2, 1987 trucks and noted that there were no complaints prior to the plans for � expansion and stated that if any existing problem is brought to his attention he would correct it imnediately. Chairman Erwood asked if anyone present wished to speak in FAVOR or Of�PO�ITION to the proposed. MR. GEORGE BERKEY, Corporate Center Property Owners Director, noted that staff did not feel there would be a detrirnent to the property values and asked how many trucks it would take to make it substantial . He felt that the smaller vehicles are different from trash trucks and thought that this facility serves Cathedral City, Indian Welis and Rancho Mirage, as wetl as Palm Desert. He aiso felt that this facility wouid continue to be the garbage collection center because of the investment the owner has there, but stated that now was the time to look at a second location in a less impacted area. MR. D[CK CRANE, Palm Springs Avis Manager, spoke in opposition because the had purchased property in the area and expressed concern regarding property value. Commissioner Richards noted that the commission let a higher qua) ity business into the service industrial area and now they are opposing � service industrial uses which probably have less of an impact than office uses. MS. ELYNOR FALK, P.O. Box 1025 Coacheila, stated that after meeting with Mr. Diaz she decided to look at the city file for Palm Desert Disposal , which is public knowledge, and read a letter dated February 20 in which Palm Desert Disposal asked about a transfer station. She indicated that the danger of a transfer station has been very real and not 3ust a rumor. She recommended an environmentai impact report be done and was glad that someone else had noticed the odor and flies in the area. Ms. Falk went through the environmental assessment form that was submitted and felt that too much information was left o�t or incorrect. She indicated that it would be too bad if Palm Desert were to be known as the center of the garbage area if Edom Hill and the Indio dump eventualiy close. She felt that this development changes the entire atmosphere of the area. Chairman Erwood asked how far away Ms. Faik's property was from the proposal . Ms. Faik replied that it must be within the 300 foot radius. Chairman Erwood asked Ms. Faik how many times she had compiained about odor and flies prior to the notice of expansion. < � � l4 � MINUTES PALM DESERT PIANNING COMMISSION JUNE 2, 1987 �"' She replied nane, but stated that she had not been in the area often until recentiy. She asked the city to hire an expert to complete an environmental impact report and settle this matter. Mr. Diaz commented on the letter of February and reiterated that a transfer station was not being requested. He aiso stated that this property was covered by the CCBR's and then was taken out later. Mr. Berkey informed cortmission that the lots in the CC&R's was a mistake. Mr. Diaz noted that the property was taken out after the applicant purchased it. Chairman Erwood asked Mr. Berkey how many times he compialned about the odors and flies prior to the noticing of expansion. Mr. Berkey replied none, but that the expansion was what he was questioni�g. The commission and the appiicant further discussed the plans and Commissioner Richards felt more concrete information was needed. Mr. Burk noted that a noise study was also done by Mr. Frank Allen and the level was found to be acceptable. Mr. Jim Schlect, 801 Tahquitz in Palm Springs, stated that his concern was to address the issue of an e�vironmental impact report for this type of facility. He stated that a negative declaration � was acceptable to staff and indicated that the tenants met the requirements. He indicated that the master plan showed the pro,�ectians for 15 years. Cortimissioner Richards felt that an environmental impact report was not necessary, but indicated that the appiicant needed to provide more information. Chairman Erwood clarified this by asking haw many trucks would be added in five years and ten years. Mr. Burk stated that the Coachella Valley is running out of room at the existing facilities and this would have to ae considered, but felt the plan they submitted was sufficient for 15 years. Commissioner Richards felt more specific information shouid have been submitted with exact numbers. After further discussion, cortmission determined that the plan and information provided by the applicant was not suff9cient. Action: Moved by Commissioner powns, seconded by Commissioner Richards, by minute motion, rescinding a previous commission direction that staff prepare an amendment to the ordinance to aliow transfer stations within the service industrial zone with a conditionai use permit. Carried 5-0. 15 �r.�r MINUTES PALM DESERT PLANNING COMMISSION JUNE 2, 1987 � � � Moved by Commissioner Richards, seconded by Commissioner Whitlock, directing staff to prepare a resolution of denial based on insufficient information to base a decision. Carried 3-2 (Chairman Erwood and Commissioner powns voted no) . MR. SCHLEC7 addressed the commission and asked for a continuance so that the applicant could provide more information. Commission stated that the appiicant could appeal to the city council and present the information to them. V I I I. ORAI ('AMMUN I CAT I ONS None. I X. M I SCEILANE011S None. X. (�OMMENTS h None. � XI. ADJOURNMENT Moved by Commissioner powns, seconded by Commissioner Whitlock, adjourning the meeting. Carried 5-0. The meeting was adjourned at 11 :07 p.m. . . RAMON A. DIAZ, Secr ta ATTEST: i,,�i�/�f.� RICHARD ERWOOD, Chairman /tm 16 '� F �