HomeMy WebLinkAboutRes No 1431PLAIT CCNNIISSICN RESOLUTICN ND. 1431
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF PALM DESERT, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING A 108
LOT SINGLE FAMILY SUBDIVISION WEST OF EL DORADO,
ONE-HALF MILE SOUTH OF COUNTRY CLUB DRIVE.
CASE NO. TT 25711
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission of the City of Palm Desert, California,
did on the 20th day of March, 1990, hold a duly noticed public hearing to
consider the request of BIRTCEIER-DUNHAM for above described project; 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 significantly impact the
environment and a negative declaration is hereby recommended for approval; and
WHEREAS, at said public hearing,
testimony and arguments, if any, of all
heard, said planning canmmission did find
exist to justify approval of the tentative
upon hearing and considering all
interested persons desiring to be
the following facts and reasons to
tract map:
That the proposed map is consistent with applicable general and
specific plans.
That the design or improvement of the proposed subdivision is
consistent with applicable general and specific plans.
That the site is physically suitable for the type of development.
That the site is physically suitable for the proposed density of
development.
That the design of the subdivision or the proposed improvements are
not likely to cause substantial environmental damage or substantially
and avoidably injure fish or wildlife or their habitat.
That the design of the subdivision or the type of improvements is not
likely to cause serious public health problems.
That the design of the subdivision or the type of improvements will
not conflict with easements, acquired by the public at large, for
access through or use of property within the proposed subdivision.
WHEREAS, in the review of this tentative tract map the planning commission
has considered the effect of the contemplated action on the housing needs of
the region for purposes of balancing these needs against the public service
needs of the residents of the City of Palm Desert and its environs, with
available fiscal and environmental resources.
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 it does hereby approve the above described Tentative Tract Map
No. TT 25711, subject to fulfillment of the attached conditions.
PLANNING OCMKISSICci RESOLiUPION O. 1431
PASSED, APPROVED and ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the Palm Desert
Planning Commission, held on this 20th day of March, 1990, by the following
vote, to wit:
AYES: DOWNS, ERWOOD, AND WHITLOCK
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: RICHARDS
ABSTAIN: JONATHAN
APT'hST :
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CAROL WHITLOCK, Chairperson
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CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
CASE N0. TT 25711
Departrnent of Comu ity Development:
1. The final map shall conform substantially with the tentative tract map as
modified by the following conditions. Tentative map approval shall expire
two years from date of approval unless an extension of time is granted.
2. Applicant shall obtain clearance from the following agencies prior to
construction:
Public Works Department
Palm Desert Architectural Commission
City Fire Marshal
Coachella Valley Water District
Building and Safety Department
Evidence of said permit or clearance from the above agencies shall be
presented to the department of building and safety at the time of issuance
of a building permit for the use contemplated herewith.
3. The applicant shall pay all applicable fees in accordance with city policy
including lizard fees.
4. R-1 standards for minimum 10,000 sq. ft. lots applicable to home
construction.
5. Perimeter decorative walls required at minimum 6' and maximum 8' if used
in conjunction with retaining walls.
6. 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 state and federal statutes now in force, or which
hereafter may be in force.
City Fire Marshal:
1. Provide, or show there exists a water system capable of providing a
potential gallon per minute 1500 for single family, 2500 for multifamily,
and 3000 for commercial. The actual fire flow available from any one
hydrant connected to any given water main shall be 1500 GPM for two hours
duration at 20 PSI residual operating pressure.
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2. A fire flow of 1500 gpm for a 1 hour duration at 20 psi residual operating
pressure must be available before any combustible material is placed on
the job site.
3. The required fire flow shall be available from a Super hydrant(s) (6" x 4"
x 2-1/2" x 2-1/2"), located not less than 25' nor more than 200' single
family, 165 multifamily, and 150' commercial from any portion of the
building(s) as measured along approved vehicular travelways. Hydrants
installed below 3000' elevation shall be of the "wet barrel" type.
4. Provide written certification from the app.vpriate water company having
jurisdiction that hydrant(s) will be installed and will produce the
required fire flow, or arrange field inspection by the Fire Department
prior to request for final inspection.
5. 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
200' single family, 165' multifamily, and 150' commercial from any portion
of the building(s) as measured along approved vehicular travelways. The
required fire flow shall be available from any adjacent hydrant(s) in the
system.
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 eme
approval, the original will be returned. Once copy will be sent to the
responsible inspecting authority.
Plans shall conform to fire hydrant types, location and spacing, and the
system shall meet the fire flaw 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.
7. 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. Where parallel parking is allowed, the roadway shall
be 36' wide with parking on both sides, 32' wide with parking on one side.
Dead-end roads in excess of 150' shall be provided with a minimum of 45'
radius turn -around (55' in industrial developments). Fountains or garden
islands placed in the middle of these turn -grounds shall not exceed a 5'
radius or 10' diameter.
8. Whenever access into private property is con tilled through use of gates,
barriers, guard houses or similar means, provision shall be made to
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facilitate access by emergency vehicles in a manner approved by the Fire
Department. All controlled access devices that are power operated shall
have a radio -controlled over -ride system capable of opening the gate when
activated by a special transmitter located in emergency vehicles. Devices
shall be equipped with backup power facilities to operate in the event of
power failure. All controlled access devices that are not power operated
shall also be approved by the Fire Department. Minimum opening width
shall be 16', with a minimum vertical clearance of 13'6".
9. Contact the Fire Department for a final inspection prior to occupancy.
10. Curb to be cut or rolled for secondary emergency access.
11. All new residences/dwellings are required to have illuminated residential
addresses meeting both city and Fire Dept. approval. Shake shingle roof
are no longer permitted in the Cities of Indian Wells, Rancho Mirage or
Palm Desert.
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 recordation of final map.
2. Drainage facilities shall be provided, per Ordinance No. 218 and the
Northside Area Drainage Master Plan, to the specifications of the Director
of Public Works.
3. Storm drain and retention area design/construction shall be contingent
upon a drainage study prepared by a registered civil engineer that is
reviewed and approved by the Department of Public Works prior to start of
construction. Design of the on -site retention areas shall be based on the
following considerations:
a. Those areas of the proposed subdivision which provide for stormwater
drainage to the southern portion of the tract shall retain storm
waters associated with the differential between the undeveloped and
developed condition for a 100 year storm.
b. Those areas of the proposed subdivision which provide for stormwater
drainage to the southern portion of the tract shall retain storm
waters associated with the differential between the undeveloped and
developed condition for a 25 year storm.
4. Signalization fees, in accordance with City of Palm Desert Resolution Nos.
79-17 and 79-55, shall be paid prior to recordation of final map.
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5. Full public improvements, as required by Sections 26.40 and 26.44 of the
Palm Desert Municipal Code, shall be installed in accordance with
applicable City standards.
6. 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 approval before construction of any improvements is commenced.
0ffsite improvement plans to be approved by the Public Works Department
and a surety posted to guarantee the installation of required offsite
improvements prior to recordation of final map. Such offsite improvements
shall include, but not be limited to, curb and gutter, asphalt paving and
concrete sidewalk in an appropriate size and configuration and provisions
for deceleration/acceleration lanes at all project entry points. "As -
built" plans shall be submitted to, and approved by, the Director of
Public Works prior to the acceptance of the improvements by the city.
7. As required by Sections 26.32 and 26.44 of the Palm Desert Municipal Code,
and in accordance with the Circulation Network of the City's General Plan,
half -street right of way at 55 feet on El Dorado Drive and 33 feet on
Sandcastle Lane shall be offered for dedication on the final map.
8. Improvement plans for water and sewer systems shall be approved by the
respective service districts with "as -built" plans submitted to the
Department of Public Works prior to project final.
9. All public/private improvements shall be inspected by the Department of
Public Works and a standard inspection fee shall be paid prior to issuance
of grading permits.
10. Landscaping maintenance on El Dorado Drive and Sandcastle Lane shall be
provided by the homeowners association.
11. Waiver of access to El Dorado and Sandcastle Lane, except at approved
locations, shall be granted on the Final Map.
12. 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.
13. The applicant shall provide for the installation of cane -half landscaped
median island in El Dorado Drive. A cash payment in lieu of actual
installation may be submitted at the option of the Director of Public
Works.
14. Traffic safety striping shall be provided to the specifications of the
Director of Public Works. A traffic control plan must be submitted to,
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and approved by, the Director of Public Works prior to the placement of
any pavement markings.
15. Full improvements of interior streets based on residential street
standards in accordance with Section 26.40 of the Palm Desert Municipal
Code shall be provided.
16. Complete tract map shall be submitted as required by ordinance to the
Director of Public Works for checking and approval and be recorded before
issuance of any permits.
17. Any and all offsite improvements shall be preceded by the approval of
plans and the issuance of valid encroachment permits by the Department of
Public Works.
18. 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 the issuance of a grading permit.
19. Pad elevations, as shown on the tentative map are subject to review and
modification in accordance with Chapter 27 of the Palm Desert Municipal
Code.
20. Property lines for the individual lots proposed by this subdivision shall
be located at top of slope where applicable.
21. As required under Section 12.16 and Section 26.44 of the Palm Desert
Municipal Code, any existing utilities shall be undergrounded per each
respective utility districts recommendation. If determined to be
unfeasible, applicant shall agree to participate in any future utility
undergrouniing district.
22. Applicant shall agree to contribute their fair share of the assessed costs
for the Cook Street Extension, Interstate 10 Interchange and Bridge Fund,
and participate in any assessment district established to construct these
facilities. Applicant shall also pay a transportation mitigation fee
(TUMF).
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