HomeMy WebLinkAboutRes No 1832PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 1832
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
PALM DESERT, CALIFORNIA, SETTING FORTH ITS FINDINGS AND
APPROVING A TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP SUBDIVIDING INTO 16
NUMBERED PARCELS AND ONE LETTERED PARCEL THE EXISTING
11.3 +/- ACRE SITE LOCATED ON THE NORTH SIDE OF HIGHWAY
1 1 1, 1320 FEET EAST OF DEEP CANYON ROAD.
CASE NO. TPM 28596
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission of the City of Palm Desert, California, did on
the 7th day of October, 1997, hold a duly noticed public hearing to consider the request of
SCHMID INVESTMENTS L.P./BERNARD DEBONNE, for the above noted tentative parcel
map; 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. 97-18," 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 will be
certified; 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 approval of the parcel map:
1. That the proposed map is consistent with applicable general and specific plans.
2. That the design or improvement of the proposed subdivision is consistent with
applicable general and specific plans.
3. That the site is physically suitable for the type of development.
4. That the site is physically suitable for the proposed density of development.
5. 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.
6. That the design of the subdivision or the type of improvements is not likely to
cause serious public health problems.
7. 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.
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8. That the size of the Tots created is sufficient so as to not negatively impact
any future passive or natural heating or cooling opportunities.
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 Parcel Map No.
28596, subject to the attached conditions as Exhibit "A".
3. That a Negative Declaration of Environmental Impact, Exhibit "B" attached, is
hereby certified.
PASSED, APPROVED and ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the Palm Desert Planning
Commission, held on this 7th day of October, 1997, by the following vote, to wit:
AYES: BEATY, CAMPBELL, FERNANDEZ, JONATHAN, FERGUSON
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
ATTEST:
s.
PHILIP DRELL Secretary
Palm Desert anning Commission
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USON, Chairperson
PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 1832
EXHIBIT "A"
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
CASE NO. TPM 28596
Department of Community 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.
2. Recordation of at least one phase of this map shall occur within two years 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 from the following
agencies:
Coachella Valley Water District
Palm Desert Architectural Commission
City Fire Marshal
Public Works Department
Evidence of said permit or clearance from the above agencies shall be presented to
the Department of Building & Safety at the time of issuance of a building permit for
the use contemplated herewith.
5. Prior to commencement of construction all future building construction shall obtain
approval of a Precise Plan of Design.
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 program per Palm Desert Municipal Code
Chapter 4.10.
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8. The wall height along the north portion of the property shall be maintained at six feet
above the grade when measured along the subject property, subject to approval by
the Hidden Palms Homeowners Association.
Department of Public Works:
1. Drainage fees in accordance with Palm Desert Municipal Code Section 26.49 and
Ordinance No. 653 shall be paid prior to recordation of the parcel map or issuance
of grading permits.
2. Any drainage facilities construction required for this project 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.
3. Signalization fees, in accordance with City of Palm Desert Resolution Nos. 79-17 and
79-55, shall be paid prior to the issuance of any permits associated with the specific
parcel development project.
4. 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.
5. Complete parcel map shall be submitted as required by ordinance to the Director of
Public Works for checking and approval prior to the issuance of any permits.
6. 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 and
Caltrans.
7. All public and private improvements shall be inspected by the Department of Public
Works and a standard inspection fee shall be paid prior to issuance of any permits
associated with this project.
8. 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 to be
approved by the Public Works Department and a surety posted to guarantee the
installation of required offsite improvements prior to permit issuance.
9. In accordance with the Circulation Network of the Palm Desert General Plan,
installation of one-half landscaped median island in Highway 1 1 1 shall be provided.
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A cash payment in lieu of actual installation may be submitted at the option of the
Director of Public Works.
10. Landscape installation on the property frontage shall be water efficient in nature and
maintenance shall be provided by the property owner.
1 1 . Applicant shall comply with the provisions of Municipal Code Section 12.12, Fugitive
Dust Control
12. In accordance with Palm Desert Municipal Code Section 26.44, complete grading
plans/site improvement plans and specifications shall be submitted to the Director of
Public Works for checking and approval prior to issuance of any permits. In addition
to all standard engineering design parameters, the plan shall address appropriate
circulation -related issues.
13. Waiver of access rights to Highway 111 except at approved locations shall be
granted on the parcel map.
14. Full 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 and
the city's Circulation Network. Specific project related offsite/onsite improvements
shall include, but not be limited to the following:
* Construction of acceleration/deceleration lanes for the project entry as well as
sidewalk, including provisions for bus stop, in an appropriate size and
configuration along Highway 1 1 1.
* Construction of private street system in accordance with city standards.
* Construction of raised barrier median restricting project access to right turn
ingress and egress.
Rights -of -way as may be necessary for the construction of required public
improvements shall be provided on the parcel map.
15. Proposed building pad elevations are subject to review and modification in accordance
with Chapter 27 of the Palm Desert Municipal Code.
16. Prior to start of construction, the applicant shall submit satisfactory evidence to the
Director of Public Works of intended compliance with the National Pollutant Discharge
Elimination (NPDES) General Permit (Permit # CAS000002) for storm water
discharges associated with construction activity.
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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 Codes, appropriate NFPA standards, CFC, CBC,
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 California Fire Code Sec. 10.401.
2. A fire flow of 1500 gpm for a 1 hour duration at 20 psi residual operating pressure
must be available before any combustible materials are placed on the job site.
3. Provide, or show there exists, a water system capable of providing a potential gallon
per minute flow of 3000 gpm for commercial structure. The actual fire flow available
from any one hydrant connected to any given water main shall be 1500 gpm for a
two hour duration at 20 psi residual operating pressure.
4. The required fire flow shall be available from a Super fire hydrant(s) (6"x4"x2-1 /2"x2-
1 /2") located not less than 25' or more than 150 feet from commercial structure.
Distances shall cover all portions of the building(s) as measured along approved
vehicular travel ways. Hydrants installed below 3000' elevation shall be of the "wet
barrel" type.
5. Install a complete fire sprinkler system per NFPA 13. The post indicator valve and
fire department connection shall be located to the front of the building, not less than
25' from the building and within 50' of an approved Super hydrant. This applies to
all buildings with 3,000 square feet or more building area as measured by the building
footprint, including overhangs which are sprinklered as per NFPA 13. The building
area of additional floors is added in for a cumulative total square footage. Exempted
are one and two family dwellings.
6. Install a fire alarm (water flow) as required by the Uniform Building Code Sec. 3803
for the fire sprinkler system(s). Install supervisory (tamper) alarms on all supply and
control valves for sprinkler systems.
7. Certain designated areas will be required to be maintained as fire lanes and shall be
clearly marked by painting and/or signs as approved by the Fire Marshal. Painted fire
lanes and/or signs shall be stenciled or posted every 30' with the following:
a) No Parking Fire Lane - CFC 10.205
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8. Install a fire alarm as required by the California Building Code and/or California Fire
Code. Minimum requirement is UL central station monitoring of sprinkler systems per
NFPA 71 and 72. Alarm plans are required for all UL central station monitored
systems and systems where any interior devices are required or used. (CFC Sec.
14.103(a))
9. Install portable fire extinguishers per NFPA 10, but not less than 2A10BC in rating.
Fire extinguishers must not be over 75' walking distance and/or 3,000 square feet
of floor area. In addition to the above, a 40BC fire extinguisher is required for
commercial kitchens.
10. 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 not be 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. City standards may be more restrictive.
11. A dead end single access over 500' in length will require a secondary access,
sprinklers or other mitigative measure approved by the Fire Marshal. Under no
circumstances shall a single dead end access over 1300 feet be accepted.
12. A second access is required. This can be accomplished by two main access points
from a main roadway or an emergency gated access into an adjoining development.
13. Contact the Fire Department for a final inspection prior to occupancy.
14. Commercial buildings shall have illuminated addresses of a size approved by the City.
15. All fire sprinkler systems, fixed fire suppression systems and alarm plans must be
submitted separately for approval prior to construction. Subcontractors should
contact the Fire Marshal's office for submittal requirements.
16. Conditions subject to change with adoption of new codes, ordinances, laws or when
building permits are not obtained within twelve months.
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As drawn turning radius into driveways are too small, fire engines cannot
access without excessive maneuvering.
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EXHIBIT "B"
Pursuant to Title 14, Division 6, Article 6 (commencing with section 15070) of the
California Code of Regulations.
NEGATIVE DECLARATION
CASE NO: TPM 28596
APPLICANT/PROJECT SPONSOR:
Schmid Investments L.P./Bernard Debonne
15101 Red Hill Avenue
Tustin, CA 92780
PROJECT DESCRIPTION/LOCATION: A tentative parcel map subdividing into 16 number
parcel and 1 lettered parcel a 11.3 + /- acre site on the north side of Highway 111, 1320
feet east of Deep Canyon Road.
The Director of the Department of Community 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.
OBER 7, 1997
PHILIP- RELLI1 DATE
DIRECTOR OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
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