HomeMy WebLinkAboutCC RES 06-055CITY COUNCIL RESOLUTION NO. 06-55
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM
DESERT, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING 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 City Council of the City of Palm Desert, Califomia, did on the 13th
day of April 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 ieard, said City Council
did find the following facts and reasons to exist to justify 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 City Council of the City of Palm
Desert, Califomia, as follows:
1. That the City Council does hereby approve of PP/HPD 06-03
2. That the above recitations are true and correct and constitute the findings of
the Council in this case.
CITY COUNCIL RESOLUTION NO. 06-55
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the Palm Desert
City Council, held on this 13th day of April 2006, by the following vote, to wit:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN: NONE
ATTEST:
LE D. K ASSEN, CITY CLERK
CITY OF PALM DESERT, CALIFORNIA
BENSON, CRITES, KELLY, SPIEGEL, and FERGUSON
NONE
NONE
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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.
5. 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.
6. Install appropriate energy efficiency mitigation measures required by the City's
Office of Energy Management.
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.
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.
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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.
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