HomeMy WebLinkAboutRes No 1342PLANNING CCM1IISSION RESOLUTION NO. 1342
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING CCNMISSION OF THE
CITY OF PALM DESERT, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING A
NEGATIVE DECLARATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT,
PRECISE PLAN AND CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR A
60,445 SQUARE FOOT RETAIL/RESTAURANT WITH LIQUOR
LICENSE COMPLEX ON 4.7 ACRES AT THE SOUTHWEST
CORNER OF EL PASEO AND HIGHWAY 111.
CASE NOS. PP 89-3, CUP 89-1
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission of the City of Palm Desert, California,
did on the 21st day of March, 1989, hold a duly noticed public hearing to
consider a request by EL PASEO GRANDE INVESTORS for approval of a negative
declaration of environmental impact, precise plan and conditional use permit
for a 60,445 square foot retail/restaurant with liquor license complex on 4.7
acres at the southwest corner of El Paseo and Highway 111; and
WHEREAS, said application has complied with the requirements of the "City
of Palm Desert Procedure for Implementation of the California Environmental
Quality Act, Resolution No. 80-89," in that the director of community
development has determined that the project will not have an adverse impact on
the environment and a negative declaration has been prepared; and
WHEREAS, at said public hearing, upon hearing and considering all
testimony and arguments, if any, of all interested persons desiring to be
heard, said planning commission did find the following facts and reasons to
exist to justify granting approval of said precise plan:
1. The proposed use and design of the project is consistent with the
standard goals and objectives of the general commercial zone, the
Commercial Core Area Specific Plan and Palm Desert General Plan.
2. The plan implements the "Superblock Plan" contained within the Core
Commercial Area Specific Plan improving traffic safety and
circulation in the area.
3. The project will therefore not depreciate values, restrict the lawful
use of adjacent properties or threaten the public health, safety or
general welfare.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Planning Commission of the City of
Palm Desert, California, as follows:
1. That the above recitations are true and correct and constitute the
findings of the commission in this case.
2. That a negative declaration of environmental impact Exhibit "A" and
Precise Plan 89-3 and CUP 89-1 on file in the department of community
development/planning is hereby approved, subject to conditions.
PLANNTh Oa/MISSION RESOLUTION N3. 1342
PASSED, APPROVED and ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the Palm Desert
Planning Commission, held on this 21st day of March, 1989, by the following
vote, to wit:
AYES: DOWNS, WHITLOCK, AND ERWOOD
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: RICHARDS
ABSTAIN: NONE
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RICHARD ERWOOD, Chairman
PLANNING COMMISSION RFSOLUPION NO. 1342
OasiDITIOAS OF APPROVAL
CASE NOS. PP 89-3 AND CUP 89-1
Deportment of Cb mmunity Development:
1. The development of the property shall conform substantially with exhibits
on file with the department of community development, as modified by the
following conditions.
2. Prior to the issuance of a building permit for construction of any uses
contemplated by this approval, the applicant shall first complete all the
procedural requirements of the city which include, but are not limited to,
architectural commission and building permit procedures.
3. Construction of a portion of said project shall commence within one year
from the date of final approval unless a time extension is granted,
otherwise said approval shall become null, void and of no effect
whatsoever.
4. The development of the property described herein shall be subject to the
restrictions and limitations set forth herein which are in addition to all
municipal ordinances and stated and federal statutes now in force, or
which hereafter may be in force.
5. Prior to issuance of a building permit for construction of any use
contemplated by this approval, the applicant shall first obtain permits
and/or clearance from the following agencies:
Riverside County Department of Health
Palm Desert Architectural Commission
City Fire Marshal
Coachella Valley Water District
6. That prior to issuance of building permit the owner (developer) provide
the city with evidence that he has paid the required school mitigation
fee.
7. The roof hatch areas shall be equipped with steel hatches and inside
locking devices to prevent forcible entry.
Department of Public Works:
1. Drainage fees, in accordance with Section 26.49 of the Palm Desert
Municipal Code and Palm Desert Ordinance Number 507, shall be paid prior
to issuance of grading permit.
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2. Storm drain construction shall be contingent upon a drainage study by a
civil engineer that is approved by the department of public works.
3. Signalization fees, in accordance with City of Palm Desert Resolution Nos.
79-17 and 79-55, shall be paid prior to issuance of grading permits.
4. Full public improvements, as required by Sections 26.44 and 26.40 of the
Palm Desert Municipal Code, shall be installed in accordance with
applicable city standards and Department of Transportation standards.
5. As required under Palm Desert Municipal Code Section 26.28, and in
accordance with Sections 26.40 and 26.44, complete improvement plans and
specifications shall be submitted to the director of public works for
checking and approval before construction of any improvements is
commenced. 0ffsite improvement plans to be approved by public works
department and a surety posted to guarantee the installation of required
offsite improvements prior to issuance of grading permit. Such offsite
improvements shall include, but not be limited to, curb and gutter,
asphalt paving and concrete sidewalk in an appropriate size and
configuration. "As -built" plans shall be submitted to, and approved by,
the director of public works prior to the acceptance of the imprxovanents
by the city.
6. All private driveways and parking lots shall be inspected by the
engineering department and a standard inspection fee shall be paid prior
to grading permit issuance.
7. Landscaping maintenance on El Paseo and Highway 111 shall be provided by
the property owner.
8. As required under Section 12.16 and 26.44 of the Palm Desert Municipal
Code, all existing utilities shall be undergrounded per each respective
utility district's recommendation. If determined to be unfeasible,
applicant shall agree to participate in any future utility undergrounding
district.
9. In accordance with Palm Desert Municipal Code Section 26.44, complete
grading plans and specifications shall be submitted to the director of
public works for checking and approval prior to issuance of any permits.
10. Traffic safety striping on Highway 111 shall be provided to the
specifications of the director of public works. A traffic control plan
must be submitted to and approved by the director of public works before
placing pavement markings.
11. Traffic analysis to be prepared for the project to address the specific
impacts on existing networks (street and intersections) and the proposed
mitigation measures recommended for approval by the city.
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12. Size, number and location of driveways to public works specifications with
only three driveway approaches to be allowed to serve this property.
13. Grading permit issuance shall be subject to the waiver of parcel map first
being approved and recorded.
14. Any and all offsite improvements shall be preceded by the approval of
plans and the issuance of valid encroachment permit(s) by the department
of public works.
15. A complete preliminary soils investigation, conducted by a registered
soils engineer, shall be submitted to and approved by the department of
public works prior to issuance of the grading permit.
16. Applicant shall secure reciprocal ingress and egress access easements from
the owner(s) of parcels 625-112-004, 625-112-005, 625-112-007, and 625-
112-002.
17. Pad elevations, as shown on the preliminary grading plan, are subject to
review and modification in accordance with Section 27 of the Palm Desert
Municipal Code.
18. Project approval shall be contingent upon right-of-way vacation of the
frontage road by the city.
19. Applicant shall adhere closely to the objectives of the "Superblock"
concept for conversion of the frontage road.
20. Close unused driveway approach on El Paseo with full height curb and
gutter.
21. Applicant shall secure an encroachment permit from the California
Department of Transportation prior to owing any and all off -site
improvements on Highway 111.
22. Provide for additional right-of-way and construct a northbound right turn
from El Paseo to Highway 111.
23. Adjust the proposed eastbound Highway 111 curb line to provide for 43 feet
of eastbound curb to curb width (per Caltrans typical; providing for three
travel lanes). In addition, provide for an eastbound decel lane to begin
east of El Paseo and proceed to the proposed site entrance on Highway 111.
24. If access from the service drive (located immediately west of the site) to
the proposed site is desirable, consider one of the following options:
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a. Modify the circulation from El Paseo to the service drive to become
one-way in only.
b. Increase turning radius on El Paseo for both arriving, as well as
departing movement approach way.
25. Eliminate or restrict access to one-way westbound from Panorama to the
site.
26. Modify the site plan to provide for minimum of 30 feet throat width (40
feet is highly desirable).
The access should be channelized with raised island for better right -turn
in and out maneuvering.
27. Provide for curb turning radius of not less than 30 feet for the access to
Highway 111.
28. Modify the internal circulation and parking arrangement to provide for
minimum of 50 feet stacking space from the Highway 111 eastbound right-of-
way line.
29. Provide for minimum of 30 feet throat width for the access from El Paseo
Drive.
30. Relocate the proposed drop off facility (from El Paseo Drive) to a point
south to provide for minimum of 40 feet from the right-of-way line to the
beginning of drop off tapering.
31. Provide for designated loading/unloading areas within the site to
accommodate for delivery activities of the proposed uses including the
restaurants.
32. Provide for handicapped ramps both internally, as well as along Highway
111 (at El Paseo and at proposed entrance way off Highway 111).
33. Submit a pavement marking and sign plan to address traffic control pattern
in the vicinity of the site.
Fire Marshal:
1. The fire department is required to set a minimum fire flow for the remodel
or construction of all commercial buildings per Uniform Fire Code Section
10.301C.
2. Provide, or show there exists a water system capable of providing a
potential fire flow of 3000 gpm and the actual fire flow available from
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any one hydrant connected to any given water main shall be 1500 gpn for 2
hours duration at 20 psi residual operating pressure.
3. A fire flow of 3000 gpn for a 3 hour duration at 20 psi residual operating
pressure must be available before any combustible material is placed on
the job site.
4. A combination of on -site and off -site Super fire hydrants, (6" x 4" x 2
1/2" x 2 1/2") will be required, located not less than 25' or more than
150' from any portion of the building(s) as measured along approved
vehicular travelways. The required fire flow shall be available from any
2 adjacent hydrant(s) in the system.
5. The required fire flow may be adjusted at a later point in the permit
process to reflect changes in design, construction type, area separations,
or built-in fire protection measures.
6. Prior to the application for a building permit, the developer shall
furnish the original and two copies of the water system plan to the county
fire department for review. No building permit shall be issued until the
water system plan has been approved by the county fire chief. Upon
approval, the original will be returned. One copy will be sent to the
responsible inspecting authority.
7. Plans shall conform to fire hydrant types, location and spacing, and the
system shall meet the fire flow requirements. Plans shall be signed by a
registered civil engineer and may be signed by the local water company
with the following certification: "I certify that the design of the water
system is in accordance with the requirements prescribed by the Riverside
County Fire Department."
8. Comply with Title 19 of the California Administrative Code.
9. Install a complete fire sprinkler system per NFPA 13. The post indicator
valve and fire department connection shall be located to the front, not
less than 25' from the building and within 50' of an approved hydrant.
10. Install a fire alarm (waterflow) as required by the Uniform Building Code,
3803, for sprinkler system.
11. Install tamper alarm on supply valve for sprinkler systems. Must also
ring building water flow alarm and entire system must be central station
monitored.
12. Certain designated areas will be required to be maintained as fire lanes.
13. Install portable fire extinguishers per NFPA, Pamphlet #10, but not less
than 2A10BC in rating.
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14. All buildings shall be accessible by an all-weather roadway extending to
within 150' of all portions of the exterior walls of the first story. The
roadway shall be not less than 24' of unobstructed width and 13'6" of
vertical clearance.
15. Occupancy separation will be required as per the Uniform Building Code,
Sec. 503.
16. Additional curb setback/parking lot modifications will be required to
allow adequate fire department access to all buildings. Please contact
fire department for radius templates at your earliest convenience.
17. Install Panic Hardware and Exit signs as per Chapter 33, Sections of the
Uniform Building Code.
18. Contact the fire department for a final inspection prior to occupancy.
19. All questions regarding the meaning of these conditions should be referred
to the fire department fire protection/inspection staff.
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EXHIBIT "A"
Pursuant to Title 14, Division 6, Article 7, Section 15083, of the California
Administrative Code.
NEGATIVE DDCIARATICN
CASE NO: PP 89-3
APPLICANT/PROJECT SPONSOR: El Paseo Grande Investors L.P.
45-025 Manitou Drive
Palm Desert, CA 92260
PROJECT DFSCRIPTIONACC 7TIcz : 60,445 square foot retail/restaurant complex in
4.7 acres at the southwest corner of El Paseo and Highway 111.
The Director of the Department of CcmTlunity Development, City of Palm Desert,
California, has found that the described project will not have a significant
effect on the environment. A copy of the Initial Study has been attached to
document the reasons in support of this finding. Mitigation measures, if any,
included in the project to avoid potentially significant effects, may also be
found attached.
RAMON A. DIAZ
DIRECTOR OF 00VMUNI
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March 21, 1989
DATE
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