HomeMy WebLinkAboutRes No 2499PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 2499
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
PALM DESERT, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING A CONDITIONAL USE
PERMIT TO ALLOW THE USE OF A MASSAGE ESTABLISHMENT IN A
1,500 SQUARE FOOT LEASED SPACE. THE PROPERTY IS LOCATED
AT 73-280 HIGHWAY 111, SUITE 101.
CASE NO. CUP 09-127
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission of the City of Palm Desert, California, did
on the 21st day of April, 2009, hold a duly noticed public hearing to consider the request
by Su Ying 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 California Environmental Quality Act",
Resolution No. 06-78 in that the Director of Community Development has determined that
the project is 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 approval of said
request:
1. That the proposed location of the conditional use is in accordance with the
objectives of the Zoning Ordinance and the purpose of the district in which
it is located.
The proposed location is in a C-1 zone and is in accordance with the
purpose and objectives of the zone. The zone allows for retail, personal
services, and general and medical offices. The purpose of this zone is to
classify and set standards for retail businesses, offices, administrative or
professional uses which are of relatively low intensity and which are
compatible with adjacent residential zoning and development therein.
2. That the proposed location of the conditional use and the conditions under
which it will be operated or maintained will not be detrimental to the public
health, safety or welfare, or be materially injurious to properties or
improvements in the vicinity.
The proposed "Spa 111 Massage" business will meet all applicable
requirements of the zoning ordinance and will not be detrimental to
general public health, safety, and welfare or materially injurious to the
properties in the vicinity. Water, sanitation, public utilities and services are
available and existing within the complex.
3. That the proposed conditional use will comply with each of the applicable
provisions of the Zoning Ordinance, except for approved variances or
adjustments.
PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 2499
The proposed use is consistent with the intent of the Zoning Ordinance
since it complies with the purpose of the zone and correlates to the
permitted uses allowed.
4. That the proposed conditional use complies with the goals, objectives and
policies of the City's General Plan.
The General Plan land use designation for the site is "Community
Commercial (C-C)". One of the primary objectives stated in the Land Use
Element of the General Plan is the City is also home to a wide variety of
small chain and independent retailers, including "mom and pop" stores
that have been successful despite the competition from larger retailers.
The project furthers the objectives and policies of the General Plan and is
compatible with the general land uses as specified in the General Plan. A
primary objective stated in the Land Use Element of the General Plan
under Commercial Goals, Policies and Programs is Goal 1 an integrated
and complementary mix of commercial land uses that meet the day-to-day
needs of local residents. Policy 1 of the General Plan Land Use Element
indicates sufficient lands shall be designated to provide a full range of
conveniently located convenience, neighborhood, regional and tourist
commercial services to the residents and visitors of the community and
surrounding areas for present and future years.
This project maintains a land use that is consistent with the goal and policy
of the General Plan. The project is consistent with the General Plan
because the project proposes a commercial use, which is compatible with
the existing uses within the commercial center as well as with the existing
area, and offers a service to the community.
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 approval of Conditional Use Permit 09-127 is hereby granted, subject
to the conditions attached.
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PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 2499
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the Palm Desert
Planning Commission, held on this 21st day of April, 2009, by the following vote, to wit:
AYES: CAMPBELL, DeLUNA, SCHMIDT, TANNER
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: LIMONT
ABSTAIN: NONE
ATTEST:
TONY BAGATO, Acting Secretary
Palm Desert Planning Commission
VAN G. TANNER, Chairperson
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PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 2499
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
CASE NO. CUP 09-127
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. 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:
City Fire Marshal
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. Any proposed change of this Conditional Use Permit will require an amendment,
which will result in a new public hearing.
4. Hours of operation for the massage establishment shall be conducted from 9:30
a.m. to 7:00 p.m., Monday through Sunday.
5. Massage Establishment shall have a maximum of three employees.
6. Massage Establishment will lease a maximum of 1,500 square feet.
7. Applicant must obtain all clearances, permits or licenses as required by the City's
Municipal Code including, but not limited to, Ordinance No. 870 Massage
Establishment, before the conditional use permit is deemed valid.
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