HomeMy WebLinkAboutRes No 2382PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO.2382
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
PALM DESERT, CALIFORNIA, RECOMMENDING TO CITY COUNCIL
APPROVAL A PRECISE PLAN TO ALLOW THE CONSTRUCTION OF A
10,521 SQUARE FOOT SINGLE-FAMILY HOME. SUBJECT PROPERTY IS
LOCATED AT 623 INDIAN COVE, WITHIN THE CANYONS AT BIGHORN.
(APN: 771-480-004)
CASE NOS. PP/HPD 06-03
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission of the City of Palm Desert, California, did
on the 21st day of March, 2006, hold a duly noticed public hearing to consider the request
by Rick Somers Construction, Inc. for approval of the above noted; and
WHEREAS, said application has complied with the requirements of the "City of
Palm Desert Procedure for Implementation of the Califomia Environmental Quality Act",
Resolution No. 05-52, in that the Director of Community Development has determined
that this project is a Class 3 categorical exemption for the purposes of CEQA; 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 said request:
1. That the proposed location of the single-family home is in accord with the
objectives of the zoning ordinance and purpose of the Hillside Planned
Residential District.
2. That the applicant's proposed use of the property is consistent with the
standards of the Hillside Planned Residential District's goals of preserving
the hillside area to the greatest extent possible.
3. That the project's site design, architecture, color, materials, and
landscaping effectively achieve the HPR's goals of blending development
with the natural terrain.
4. That the proposed use will comply with each provision of the City's Zoning
Ordinance except any approved variances or exceptions provided in the
hillside development plan/precise plan.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Planning Commission of the City
of Palm Desert, California, as follows:
1. That the Planning Commission does hereby recommend to the City Council
approval of PP/HPD 06-03
PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 2382
2. That the above recitations are true and correct and constitute the findings of
the Commission in this case.
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the Palm Desert
Planning Commission, held on this 21st day of March, 2006, by the following vote, to
wit:
AYES: CAMPBELL, FINERTY, TANNER, TSCHOPP, LOPEZ
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
ATTEST:
PHILIP DRELL Secretary
Palm Desert PI nning Commission
JA ' IC. LOPEZ h -. - rson
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CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
CASE NOS. PP/HPD 06-03
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. Construction of said project shall commence within one (1) 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. 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 and safety at the time of issuance of a
building permit for the use contemplated herewith.
4. The applicant shall re -naturalize any and all disturbed hillside area of the project
with native landscaping and materials to blend the project into the natural terrain.
5. 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. The
final landscape plan shall include a long-term maintenance program specifying
among other matters appropriate watering times, fertilization and pruning for
various times of the year for the specific materials to be planted, as well as
periodic replacement of materials. All to be consistent with the Property
Maintenance Ordinance (Ordinance No. 801) and the approved landscape plan.
Department of Public Works:
1. 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.
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2. Proposed building pad elevations are subject to review and modification in
accordance with Chapter 27 of the Palm Desert Municipal Code. Site grading
design shall include consideration of existing topography.
3. Any storm/detention area design and 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. All applicable fees shall be paid prior to issuance of permits.
5. Access drive shall be subject to the approval of the Fire Marshal and paved to
conform to PM 10 regulations.
Riverside County Fire Department:
1. Sprinklers may be required in residential buildings if the building sets back more
than 150 feet off roadway, if property has underground garage or fire department
access road is too steep for fire department apparatus.
2. Provide (3) sets of plans to the Fire Marshals office.
3. Provide water plans with hydrant and riser locations.
4. No wood/combustibles shall be placed on job site prior to permanent or
temporary water be provided and approved.
5. An all weather surface shall be provided and maintained throughout job site for
emergency services access.
6. All necessary permits shall be obtained prior to start of any work. Approved
plans shall be on job site at all times or no inspection will be preformed.
Department of Building and Safety
1. Project must conform to the following reference codes:
2001 CALIFORNIA BUILDING CODE (Based on 1997 UBC)
2001 CALIFORNIA MECHANICAL CODE (Based on 2000 UMC)
2001 CALIFORNIA PLUMBING CODE (Based on 2000 UPC)
2004 CALIFORNIA ELECTRICAL CODE (Based on 2002 NEC)
2005 CALIFORNIA ENERGY CODE
2001 CALIFORNIA BUILDING STANDARDS ADMINISTRATIVE CODE
2001 CALIFORNIA FIRE CODE
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2. All contractors and subcontractors shall have a current City of Palm Desert
Business License prior to permit issuance per Palm desert Municipal Code, Title
5.
3. All contractors and/or owner -builders must submit a valid Certificate of Worker's
Compensation Insurance coverage prior to the issuance of a building permit per
California Labor Code, Section 3700.
4. Address numerals shall comply with Palm Desert Ordinance No. 1006. You may
request a copy of the Ordinance at the Building Department.
5. Please contact Debbie Le Blanc, Land Management Specialist, at the
Department of Building and Safety (760-776-6420) regarding the proposed new
address.
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