HomeMy WebLinkAboutRes No 2045PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 2045
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY
OF PALM DESERT, CALIFORNIA, RECOMMENDING TO CITY
COUNCIL APPROVAL OF A MITIGATED NEGATIVE
DECLARATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT AND A
TENTATIVE TRACT MAP, SUBDIVIDING 156 +/- ACRES INTO
22 LOTS. PROPERTY IS LOCATED IN THE EAST HALF OF
SECTION 5, T6S R6E (THE AREA SOUTH OF IRONWOOD
COUNTRY CLUB).
CASE NO. TT 29713
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission of the City of Palm Desert, California, did on
the 20th day of February, 2001, hold a duly noticed public hearing to consider the request
by S.R. CONSULTANTS and IRONWOOD COUNTRY CLUB for approval of the above
described project; and
WHEREAS, the applicant has consulted through CVAG with the Fish and Wildlife
Service and the Department of Fish and Game; and
WHEREAS, the applicant has consulted with the Boyd Deep Canyon Desert Research
Center; and
WHEREAS, the applicant has agreed to compensate for the Toss of Bighorn Sheep
habitat at a 2:1 ratio and has agreed to other mitigation measures delineated in a letter from
the Fish and Wildlife Service dated December 15, 2000; 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. 00-24," in that the Director of Community Development has determined that the project
will have no adverse impact on the environment and a Negative Declaration of
Environmental Impact 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 recommending to City Council
approval of the tentative tract map:
1. That the proposed map is consistent with applicable general and specific plans,
as amended.
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.
PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 2045
5. The design of the subdivision or the proposed improvements are not likely to
cause substantial environmental damage or substantially and avoidable injure
fish or wildlife or their habitat.
6. That the design of the subdivision or the type of improvements are 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.
8. That the design of the subdivision or the type of improvements will not restrict
solar access to the property.
WHEREAS, in the review of this tentative tract map and precise plan/conditional use
permit 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 the Planning Commission does hereby recommend to the City Council
approval of TT 29713 and a Mitigated Negative Declaration of Environmental
Impact attached hereto as Exhibit "A", subject to the attached conditions.
PASSED, APPROVED and ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the Palm Desert Planning
Commission, held on this 20th day of February, 2001, by the following vote, to wit:
AYES: CAMPBELL, FINERTY, JO ,vLAN, LOP Z
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: TSCHOPP
TTES :
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PHILIP DRELLISecretary
Palm Desert Planning Commission
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PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 2045
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
CASE NO. TT 29713
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 conditions.
2. Recordation of the final map shall occur within 24 months 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 Review Commission
City Fire Marshal
Public Works Department
Sunline Transit Authority
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. All sidewalk plans shall be reviewed and approved by the department of public works
prior to architectural review commission submittal.
6. All onsite utilities shall be underground.
7. The project shall be subject to all applicable fees at time of issuance of permits
including, but not limited to, Art in Public Places, TUMF and school mitigation fees.
8. Project shall comply with requirements of Section 25.16.050 of the Zoning
Ordinance, including but not limited to the following:
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Front Setback
Rear Setback
Side Yard Setback
Street Side Yards Setback
Minimum Dwelling Unit Size
Max Lot Coverage
20 feet
15 feet
14 feet total, minimum 5 feet
10 feet
1,500 square feet
35%
9. That the conditions and requirements contained in the letters from Fish and Wildlife
Service dated December 15, 2000 and the Boyd Deep Canyon Desert Research
Center letter dated September 10, 2000 shall be conditions of approval of this
tentative map and shall be implemented in a time frame consistent with the
agreement between the parties.
10. That approval of Tentative Tract Map 29713 is conditioned upon approval of Case
Nos. GPA 00-01 and C/Z 00-02 and annexation of the property to the City of Palm
Desert.
11.
In -lieu of park dedication requirements, applicant shall make an irrevocable offer of
dedication acceptable to the City Attorney and Director of Community Development
for an easement across their property allowing for the future development of a public
trail crossing Deep Canyon in connection with a route from Palm Desert to La Quinta.
12. That the minimum lot size in this tract map shall be 20,000 square feet.
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 issuance of any permits associated with this
project or recordation of the Final Map, whichever occurs first.
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. The subject study
shall include analysis of the upstream and downstream drainage conditions as they
impact this project and existing development.
3. Signalization fees, in accordance with City of Palm Desert Resolution Nos. 79-17 and
79-55, shall be paid prior to issuance of any permits associated with this project.
4. The project shall be subject to Transportation Uniform Mitigation Fees(TUMF),
residential classification. Payment of said fees shall be at the time of building permit
issuance.
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5. 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.
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 and approval before
construction of any improvements is commenced.
7. All 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.
8. Full improvements of interior streets based on residential street standards in
accordance with City standards or as approved by the city engineer shall be provided.
Canyon View Drive exceeds maximum cul-de-sac length (600 ft.). An alternative /
emergency access in accordance with Fire Marshall approval shall be provided.
9. All landscaping maintenance shall be provided by the property owner.
10. 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.
11. Proposed building pad elevations are subject to review and modification in accordance
with Chapter 27 of the Palm Desert Municipal Code.
12. Provisions for the continuation of existing access rights (easements, etc.) shall be
provided for on the Final Map or by separate documents as appropriate.
13. 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.
14. Applicant shall comply with provisions of Palm Desert Municipal Code Section 24.12,
Fugitive Dust Control as well as Section 24.20, Stormwater Management and Discharge
Control.
15. 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.
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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 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. 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. Provide, or show there exists a water system capable of providing a potential gallon
per minute flow of 1500 for single family.
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 from any portion
of the building(s) as measured along approved vehicular travelways.
5. Water plans must be approved by the Fire Marshal and include verification that the
water system will produce the required fire flow.
6. 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 Tess
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).
7. Whenever access into private property is controlled through use of gates, barriers or
other means provisions shall be made to install a "Knox Box" key over -ride system
to allow for emergency vehicle access. Minimum gate width shall be 16" with a
minimum vertical clearance of 13'6".
8. A dead end single access over 500 feet 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 1,300 feet be accepted.
9. A second access is required. This can be accomplished by two main access points
from main roadway or an emergency gated access into an adjoining development.
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10. All buildings shall have illuminated addresses of a size approved by the city.
1 1. Conditions subject to change with adoption of new codes, ordinances, laws, or when
building permits are not obtained within 12 months.
12. This project requires secondary access to streets "A" and "B" or residential fire
sprinklers throughout.
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EXHIBIT A
Pursuant to Title 14, Division 6, Article .6 (commencing with section 15070) of the
California Code of Regulations.
MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION
CASE NO: TT 29713
APPLICANT/PROJECT SPONSOR:
Ironwood Country Club
73-735 Irontree Drive
Palm Desert, CA 92260
PROJECT DESCRIPTION/LOCATION:
SR Consultants, Inc.
2698 Mataro Street
Pasadena, CA 91 107
Tentative tract map to create 20 residential Tots and two open space Tots on property south
of Ironwood Country Club, part of the east half of Section 5, T6S R6E, facilitating
annexation of the area to the city.
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.
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PHILIP DRELL iJ DATE
DIRECTOR OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
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