HomeMy WebLinkAboutRes No 1484PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 1484
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION
OF THE CITY OF PALM DESERT, CALIFORNIA,
APPROVING A PRECISE PLAN OF
DESIGN/CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT TO ALLOW
CONSTRUCTION OF FOUR SENIOR APARTMENT
UNITS ON .194 ACRES AT 73-602 SANTA ROSA
WAY.
CASE NO. PP/CUP 90-20
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission of the City of Palm Desert,
California, did on the 4th day of December, 1990, hold a duly noticed
public hearing to consider the request by Christian Lozano for approval
of a precise plan/conditional use permit to allow construction of four
senior apartment units on .194 acres at 73-602 Santa Rosa Way; 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 would not have
an adverse impact on the environment and the project qualifies for a
class 3 categorical exemption; 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 design of the precise plan will not substantially
depreciate property values, nor be materially injurious to
properties or improvements in the vicinity.
2. The precise plan will not unreasonably interfere with the use
or enjoyment of property in the vicinity by the occupants
thereof for lawful purposes.
3. The precise plan will not endanger the .public peace, health,
safety or general welfare.
4. The precise plan is consistent with the intent and purpose of
the senior overlay zone, and specifically implements senior
housing goals of The Palma Village Specific Plan, and Genelrt1
Plan Housing Element
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Planning Commission of the
City of Palm Desert, California, as followz:
1. That the above recitations are true and correct and constitute
the findings of the commission in this case.
2. That approval of Precise Plan/Conditional Use Permit 90-20 is
hereby granted for reasons subject to the attached conditions.
PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 1484
PASSED, APPROVED and ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the Palm
Desert Planning Commission, held on this 4th day of December, 1990, by
the following vote, to wit:
AYES: DOWNS, JONATHAN, RICHARDS, AND WHITLOCK
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: ERWOOD
ABSTAIN: NONE
ATTEST:
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RAMON A. DIAZ, 9receary
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CAROL WHITLOCK, Chairperson
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CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
CASE NO. PP/CUP 90-20
Department of Community Development:
1. The development of the property shall conform substantially with
exhibits on file with the department of community
development/planning, as modified by the following conditions.
2. Construction of portion of said project shall commence within one
year from the date of final approval unless an extension of time
is granted; otherwise said approval shall become null, void and of
no effect whatsoever.
3. 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.
4. 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 form the following agencies:
Coachella Valley Water District
Palm Desert Architectural Commission
City Fire Marshal
Public Works Department
Palm Desert Water & Services District
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.
5. Access to trash/service areas shall be placed so as not to conflict
with parking areas. Said placement shall be approved by applicable
trash company and department of community development and must
participate in city recycling program.
6. All sidewalk plans shall be reviewed and approved by the department
of public works prior to architectural review commission submittal.
7. Project is subject to Art in Public Places fee per Ordinance No.
473.
8. Final landscape plans shall comply with proposed August 24, 1989
parking lot tree planting master plan.
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9. Applicant agrees to maintain the landscaping required to be
installed pursuant to these conditions. Applicant will enter into
an agreement to maintain said landscaping for the life of the
project, which agreement shall be notarized and which agreement
shall be recorded. It is the specific intent of the parties that
this condition and agreement run with the land and bind successors
and assigns.
10. A deed restriction shall be added to the property limiting
occupants to a minimum age of 62 years. The city shall have the
ability to audit the property owners rental records at any time to
insure compliance.
Public Works
1. Drainage fees, in accordance with Section 26.49 of the palm Desert
Municipal Code, shall be paid prior to issuance of a grading
permit.
2. Signalization fees, in accordance with City of Palm Desert
Resolution Nos. 79-17 and 79-55, shall be paid prior to issuance
of a grading permit.
3. Any storm drain 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.
4. 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.
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. Offsite improvement plans shall be
reviewed and approved by the Director of Public Works and a surety
posted to guarantee the installation of all required offsite
improvements prior to issuance of a grading permit. Such
improvements shall include, but not be limited to, concrete
sidewalk in an appropriate size and configuration and installation
of city standard driveway approach. "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.
6. All private driveways and parking areas shall be inspected by the
engineering department and a standard inspection fee paid prior to
the issuance of a grading permit.
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7. Landscaping maintenance os Santa Rosa Way shall be the
responsibility of the property owner.
8. As required under Palm Desert Municipal Code, all existing
utilities shall be placed underground.
9. In accordance with Palm Desert Municipal Code Chapter 27, complete
grading plans and specifications shall be submitted to the Director
of Public Works for checking and approval prior to the issuance of
any permits associated with this project.
10. Any and all offsite improvements shall be preceded by the approval
of plans by the Director of Public Works and the issuance of valid
encroachment permits by the Department of Public Works.
11. 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 the grading
permit.
12. Size, number and location of driveways shall be to the
specifications of the Department of Public Works with only one
driveway approach to be allowed to serve this property.
13. Grading permit issuance shall be subject to the dedication of an
additional five (5) feet of Right -of -Way on Santa Rosa Way for a
total half -street Right -of -Way of thirty (30) feet. As part of the
Right -of -Way dedication process, the applicant shall either provide
for the pay-off or reapportionment of any city assessments against
the subject property.
14. Building pad elevations are subject to review and modification in
accordance with Section 27 of the Palm Desert Municipal Code.
Riverside County Fire Department:
1. With respect to the conditions of approval regarding the above
referenced plan check the Fire Department recommends the following
fire protection measures be provided in accordance with City
Municipal Code, NFPA, UFC, and UBC and/or recognized Fire
Protection Standards:
The Fire Department is required to set a minimum fire flow for the
remodel or construction of all commercial buildings per Uniform
Fire Code Sec. 10.301C.
2. Provide, or shaw there exists a water system capable of providing
a potential gallon per minute 1500 for single family, 2500 for
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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.
3. 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 place on the job site.
4. 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 buildings(s) as measured along approved
vehicular travelways. Hydrants installed below 3000' elevation
shall be of the "wet barrel" type.
5. Provide written certification from the appropriate 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.
6. 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.
7. 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 if fully
fire sprinklered.
8. 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.
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."
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9. Certain designated areas will be required to be maintained as fire
lanes.
10. Install a fire alarm as required by the Uniform Building Code
and/or Uniform Fire Code. Smoke detectors hardwired with battery
backup must service sleeping areas at minimum.
11. Install portable fire extinguishers per NFPA, Pamphlet #10, but not
less than 2A1OBC in rating. Fire extinguishers must not be over
75' walking distance.
12. 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 45'
radius turn -around (55' in industrial developments). Fountains or
garden islands placed in the middle of these turn-arounds shall not
exceed a 5' radius or 10' diameter.
13. The minimum width of interior driveways for multi -family or
apartment complexes shall be:
a. 24 feet wide when serving less than 100 units, no parallel
parking; carports or garages allowed on one side only.
b. 28 feet wide when serving between 100 and 300 units; carports
or garages allowed on both sides, no parallel parking.
c. 32 feet wide when serving over 300 units or when parallel
parking is allowed on one side.
d. 36 feet wide when parallel parking is allowed on both sides.
14. Whenever access into private property is controlled through use of
gates, barriers, guard houses or similar means, provision shall be
made to 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 or
13'6.
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15. Contact the Fire Department for a final inspection prior to
occupancy.
16. All new residences/dwellings are required to have illuminated
residential addresses meeting both City and Fire Department
approval. Shake shingle roofs are no longer permitted in the
Cities of Indian Wells, Rancho Mirage or Palm Desert.
All questions regarding the meaning of these conditions should be
referred to the Fire Department Fire Protection/Inspection Staff
at Phone (619) 346-1870 or Indian Wells Station 55, 44-900 El
Dorado Dr. Indian Wells CA 92260.
17. Unsprinklered attic space should be draft stopped between units.
Voluntary/Not Required:
1. 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.
2. Install a fire alarm (waterflow) as required by the Uniform
Building Code 3803 for sprinkler system.
3. Install tamper alarm on supply valve for sprinkler systems.
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