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HomeMy WebLinkAboutRes No 125PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION N0. 125 A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF PALM DESERT, CALIFORNIA, ANNOUNCING FINDINGS AND APPROVING A PLOT PLAN TO ALLOW THE DEVELOPMENT OF A COMMERCIAL OFFICE BUILDING ON PROPERTY GENERALLY LOCATED WEST OF PORTOLA, SOUTH OF LARREA, AND NORTH OF SHADOW MOUNTAIN DRIVE. CASE N0. 26C. WHEREAS, the Planning Commission of the City of Palm Desert did receive a verified application from ALEX ROBERTSON COMPANY requesting approval of a Plot Plan on property located in the C-1 and R-3 Zone, and situated west of Portola, south of Larrea, and north of Shadow Mountain Drive to allow for the development of a commercial office building; the property being more particu- larly described as: Lots 9 and 10, Block V Palm Desert Unit No. 1 WHEREAS, said application has complied with the requirements of the "City of Palm Desert Environmental Quality Procedure Resolution Number 74-14", in that the project is exempted as a ministerial act, and; WHEREAS, on March 3, 1976, the Planning Commission did consider this re- quest for Plot Plan Approval; and WHEREAS, at that time, upon receiving and considering the testimony and arguments, if any, of all persons who desired to be heard, said commission did find the following facts and reasons to exist to approve the Plot Plan: 1. That the design and location of the proposed development is such that it will not impair the desirability of investment in the neighborhood; that it will not unreasonably interfere with the use and enjoyment of neigh- boring existing or proposed developments; and that it will not create traffic hazards or congestion. 2. That the design and location of the project is in keeping with the character of the surrounding neighborhood. 3. That the proposed development would provide a desirable environment for its occupants, as well as for its neighbors and that it is aesthetically of good composition, materials, colors, and textures. -1- Resolution No. 125 4. That the project does conform to the requirements of the Zoning Ordinance and does ensure the protection of the public health, safety, and general welfare. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Planning Commission of the City of Palm Desert as follows: 1. That the above recitations are true and correct and constitute the findings of the commission in this case. 2. That it does hereby approve Plot Plan No. 26C, subject to the at- tached conditions: PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the Planning Com- mission of the City Palm Desert, held on March 3, 1976, by the following vote, to wit: AYES: BERKEY, MULLINS, SEIDLER, WILSON NOES: NONE ABSENT: VAN DE MARK ABSTAIN: NONE ATTEST: PAUL A. WILLIAMS, Secretary 2/24/76 CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL CASE # 26C 1. The development of this project shall conform substantially to all develop- ment plans submitted in behalf of this case (Exhibits A-G) and as revised according to Planning Commission action. Any minor changes require approval by the Director of Environmental Services. Any substantial change requires approval by the Planning Commission. 2. All requirements of any law, ordinance, or regulation of the State, City and other applicable government entity shall be complied with as part of the development process. 3. This approval is applicable, subject to the development of this project com- mencing within one year from approval date and being promptly completed. 4. Any roof mounted, exhaust or air conditioning equipment shall be fully con- cealed from view from any public rights of way and adjoining properties by means of architecturally integrated means as shown. 5. All utility service lines shall be placed underground. 6. Curb, gutter, sidewalk or approved pathways, curb cuts, and tie-in paving shall be provided in conformance with Riverside County Standards for the following: a. The applicant shall dedicate 14 feet on the full Portola frontage of the site and improve road at 32 feet from centerline. b. The applicant shall improve the full frontage of the site on Larrea at 20 feet from centerline. c. The applicant shall dedicate 3 feet on the full frontage of the site on Shadow Mountain Drive and improve same at 22 feet from centerline. 7. Final landscaping (with irrigation system) plans shall be provided to the Design Review Board for approval prior to issuance of a building permit. 8. A noncombustible trash storage area shall be provided for as shown. 9. Lighting of parking areas and premises shall be provided as approved by the Director of Environmental Services. 10. Signage shall be provided in accordance with signage plan to be submitted to the Design Review Board and the Planning Commission for final approval. 11. Traffic control provisions shall be provided as required by the Director of Environmental Services and shall be integrated with the signage plan. 12. Elevations are approved as shown. 13. Construction plans shall be submitted for approval to the Riverside County Department of Fire Protection and Planning prior to issuance of building per- mits. All conditions shall be made a part of construction and no certificate of occupancy shall be issued until completed. 14. Material and color sample board shall be submitted to the Design Review Board for approval prior to construction. 15. A detailed grading plan shall be submitted to the Design Review Board for approval prior to construction. 16. A spandrel and cross -gutter shall be installed across Shadow Mountain Drive.