HomeMy WebLinkAboutRes 04-88 PP 04-14 William Sharon, Smith Consulting D'Mundo TileREQUEST:
CITY OF PALM DESERT
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
STAFF REPORT
Request for Approval of a precise plan and height exception to allow
construction of a 19,565 square foot showroom/warehouse and
associated vehicle storage yard on a 1.14 acre parcel. Project is
generally located approximately 900 feet east of Cook Street on the
north side of Gerald Ford Drive, more particularly described as 653-
410-023,025
SUBMITTED BY: Jeff Winklepleck, Parks and Recreation Planning Manager
APPLICANT: William Sharon, Smith Consulting Architects for D'Mundo Tile
12220 El Camino Real, Ste. 200
San Diego, CA 92130
CASE NOS: PP 04-14
DATE: August 26, 2004
CONTENTS:
Recommendation
Discussion
Draft Resolution No. 04-88
Planning Commission Staff Report dated July 20, 2004
Planning Commission Resolution No.2277 recommending approval
Planning Commission Minutes of July 20, 2004
Related Exhibits
Recommendation:
That the City Council adopt Resolution No. 04-88 approving and PP 04-14,
subject to conditions.
Staff Report
Case Nos. PP04-14
Page 2
August 26, 2004
Executive Summary:
The applicant is requesting approval of a precise plan and height exception to
construct a 19,565 square foot showroom/warehouse with vehicle storage yard on a
1.14 acre parcel. The height exception request is forthe entry tower element which is
proposed at 35 feet and exceeds the 30 foot height limit. The subject parcel is within
the recently approved master plan forthe Valley Center Business Park which is located
at the northeast corner of Cook Street and Gerald Ford Drive.
The Planning Commission considered this request at their public hearing held on July
20, 2004 and unanimously recommended approval.
Discussion:
I. BACKGROUND:
A. Adjacent Zoning and Land Use:
North: Southern Pacific Railroad, Interstate 10
South: PR-5/vacant (Cal State campus)
East: PCD/vacant
West: PCD/ vacant
B. General Plan Designation:
Industrial - Business park
C. Site Description:
This 1.14 acre parcel is within the recently approved 21.86 acre site is
generally located at the northeast corner of Cook Street and Gerald Ford Drive.
The site is vacant with minimal vegetation and slopes from south to north.
Staff Report
PP04-14
Page 3
August 26, 2004
II. DISCUSSION:
A. Project Description:
The applicant is requesting approval to construct a two story, 19,565 square
foot showroom/warehouse with associated vehicle storage yard. The building
uses include 6,313 square feet of retail space, 3,487 square feet of office use
and 9,405 square feet of warehouse. The vehicle storage yard will be open
during business hours and will be used after hours for securing business
vehicles only. Storage of materials (tile, etc.) will not be permitted.
B. Access and Circulation
Access to the center is via three ingress/egress points along Gerald Ford
Drive. Access to this site will be via future right driveway which will run along the
east side of the parcel and via the future interior drive aisles which run along the
north and west side of the building.
C. Architecture and Landscaping
The architecture is contemporary in style and utilizes a tile roof at the entry
tower, colored precast concrete, overgrouted limestone, natural cantera stone
and tile accents. Building colors include off-white, tan, brown, and terra cotta.
The building includes a wood trellis and water feature at the entrance. Roll -up
doors are shown on the north side of the building facing away from Gerald Ford
Drive.
The building height is 30' except for the entry tower which is proposed at 35'.
The landscape plan is being refined and coordinated with the landscape plan
for the rest of the center. and will be submitted for approval in the near future.
The proposed plan provides 8095 square feet of landscaping or 17% of the
parcel. This meets the 15% requirement of zone.
The Architectural Review Commission granted the project preliminary
architectural approval at its May 25,2004 meeting.
Staff Report
PP04-14
Page 4
August 26, 2004
D. Code Requirements in Chart Form
Code
Gerald Ford Drive Setback 32 feet
Building Height 30 feet
Landscape 15%
Coverage (maximum) 50%
Off -Street Parking 56 spaces
* exceptions discussed below
III. ANALYSIS:
Project
61 feet
35 feet*
17%
31.8%
58 spaces
The proposed 19,565 square foot showroom/warehouse meets all of the code
requirements with the exception of the 35'-0" height for the entry tower. The majority of
the building ranges in height from 28'-0" to 30'-0" which provides for adequate
clearance and storage area forthe industrial use. The exception forthe entry tower is
warranted as it encompasses less than 10% of the structure and serves as an effective
architectural element by enhancing the building frontage along Gerald Ford Drive.
IV. CEQA REVIEW:
The Director of Community Development has determined that the proposed project
has been previously assessed for purposes of CEQA and no further study is
necessary.
The project is within the fee area established by the Coachella Valley Fringe -Toed
Lizard Habitat Conservation Plan. It is also in the historical habitat of a number of other
plant and animal species being considered for listing as threatened or endangered.
To avoid their future listing, a Multi Species Habitat Conservation Plan (MSHCP) is
being prepared through CVAG which will provide Tong -term protection through the
creation of preserves.
A $600/acre fee will be imposed to mitigate the Toss of Fringe -Toed Lizard Habitat.
The project will also be subject to any additional mitigation requirements of the
MSHCP which may be in effect at the time of development.
Staff Report
PP04-14
Page 5
August 26, 2004
V. Conclusion:
The project is consistent with the previously approved master plan and the
Industrial/Business Park designation as identified in the City's updated general plan.
The architecture is compatible with existing and approved architecture for the Valley
Center Business Park.
Submitted by:
Jeff Winklepl
Parks and Rec
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Department Head:
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Approval:
Carlos L. Orte
City Manager
CITY COUNCIL ACTION:
APPROVED DENIED
RECEIVED OTHER
MEETING DATE
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
VERIFIED BY:
Original on File with City Clerk's Office
RESOLUTION NO.
RESOLUTION NO.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
PALM DESERT, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING PRECISE PLAN
AND HEIGHT EXCEPTION TO ALLOW CONSTRUCTION OF
A 19,565 SQUARE FOOT SHOWROOM/WAREHOUSE AND
ASSOCIATED VEHICLE STORAGE YARD ON A 1.14 ACRE
PARCEL. PROJECT IS GENERALLY LOCATED
APPROXIMATELY 900 FEET EAST OF COOK STREET ON
THE NORTH SIDE OF GERALD FORD DRIVE, MORE
PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS 653-410-023,025.
CASE NO. PP 04-14
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Palm Desert, Califomia, did on the 26th day
of August, 2004, hold a duly noticed public hearing to considerthe request by William Sharon,
Smith Consulting Architects for D'Mundo Tile for approval of the above described project; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission by its Resolution No.2277 has recommended
approval of said precise plan; 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. 02-60," in that the Director of Community Development has determined that the project
the project has been previously assessed and no further study is necessary; 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 City Council did find the
following facts and reasons to exist to justify approval of said request:
1. The proposed precise plan will comply with each of the applicable provisions
of this title, except for approved exceptions permitted through the development
agreement process.
2. The proposed location of the proposed use and the conditions under which it
will be operated and maintained will not be detrimental to the public health,
safety or general welfare, or be materially injurious to properties or
improvements in the vicinity.
3. The proposed precise plan complies with the goals, objectives, and policies of
the City's General Plan.
RESOLUTION NO.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Palm
Desert, Califomia, as follows:
1. That the above recitations are true and correct and constitute the findings of the
City Council in this case.
2. That the City Council does hereby approve Case No. PP 04-14, subject to the
attached conditions.
PASSED, APPROVED and ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the Palm Desert City
Council, held on this day of , , by the following vote, to wit:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
ATTEST:
RACHELLE D. KLASSEN, City Clerk
City of Palm Desert, California
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Robert A. Spiegel, Mayor
RESOLUTION NO.
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
CASE NO. PP 04-14
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. Construction of a portion of said project shall commence within one yearfrom 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 statues 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 permit and/or clearance from the following
agencies:
Coachella Valley Water District
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. Access to trash/service areas shall be placed so as not to conflict with parking areas.
Said placement shall be approved by applicable trash company and department of
community development and shall include provisions for recycling.
6. All future occupants of the buildings shall comply with parking requirements in section
25.58 of the zoning ordinance.
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7 Applicant agrees to maintain the landscaping required to be installed pursuant to these
conditions. Applicant will enter into an agreement to maintain said landscaping forthe
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 Tong -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.
8. The vehicle storage yard shall remain open for public use during business hours. No
outdoor storage of materials is permitted.
9. A detailed parking lot and field lighting plan shall be submitted to staff for approval,
subject to applicable lighting standards. Plan to be prepared by a qualified lighting
engineer.
10. All sidewalk plans shall be reviewed and approved by the department of public works
prior to architectural review commission submittal.
11. The project shall be subject to all applicable fees at time of issuance of building
permits including, but not limited to, Art in Public Places, Fringed -Toed Lizard, TUMF,
School Mitigation and Housing Mitigation fees.
12. All rooftop equipment shall be fully screened from view.
Department of Public Works
1. Drainage fees, in accordance with Section 26.49 of the Palm Desert Municipal Code
and Ordinance 653, shall be paid prior to the issuance of a grading permit.
The project shall be designed to retain storm waters associated with the increase in
developed vs. undeveloped condition for a 100 year storm. Any drainage facility
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.
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2. 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.
3. The project shall be subject to Transportation Uniform Mitigation Fees (TUMF).
Payment of said fees shall be at the time of building permit issuance.
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. 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 grading
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 shall
be completed prior to the issuance of any certificate of occupancy for the project.
7 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 are to
be approved by the Public Works Department and a surety posted to guarantee the
installation of required offsite improvements prior to permit issuance.
8. Landscape installation on the property frontages as well as on -site shall be drought
tolerant in nature and maintenance shall be performed by the property owner(s).
9. Applicant shall comply with the provisions of Municipal Code Section 24.12, Fugitive
Dust Control and Section 24.20, Stormwater Management and Discharge Control.
Developer shall contact the Riverside County Flood Control District for informational
materials.
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. Preliminary
landscape plans shall be submitted concurrently with grading plans.
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11. Proposed building pad elevations are subject to review and modification in
accordance with Chapter 27 of the Palm Desert Municipal Code.
12. Full public 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. Those improvements shall include, but not be limited to
the following:
► Installation of an 8' wide concrete sidewalk on Gerald Ford Drive.
Installation of one-half width of a raised median island along the project
frontage. The project may provide a cash payment in -lieu of construction for
the required median island.
Rights -of -way and/or easements necessary for the installation of the above referenced
improvements shall be conveyed to the city prior to the issuance of any permits
associated with this project.
13. The project driveway located at the east property line shall be limited to right turn
ingress and egress, and left turn ingress only. A reciprocal access agreement shall be
executed with adjacent properties. Said agreement shall include provisions for
payment of a proportionate share of maintenance costs on the approved access route
to the traffic signal approved with PP/CUP 01-21.
14. Traffic safety striping on Gerald Ford Drive shall be provided to the specifications of
the Director of Public Works. A traffic control plan must be submitted to, and approved
by, the Director of Public Works prior to the placement of any pavement markings.
15. 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.
16. Driveway at eastern end of parking lot shall have a 100 foot minimum distance from
curbline to first break in the landscaped median.
Fire Department Conditions
1. With respect to the conditions of approval regarding the above referenced project, the
fire department recommends the following fire protection measures be provided in
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accordance with City Municipal Code, NFPA, CFC and CBC or any recognized Fire
Protection Standards:
The Fire Department is required to set a minimum fire flow for the remodel or
construction of all buildings per UFC article 87.
2. A fire flow of 1500 gpm for a 1-hour duration at 20 psi residual 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 gpm flow of 3000
gpm for commercial buildings.
4. The required fire flow shall be available from a wet barrel Super Hydrant(s) 4" x 2'/2"
x 2'/2" located not less than 25' nor more than 150' from any portion of a commercial
building measured via vehicular travelway.
5. Water Plans must be approved by the Fire Marshal and include verification that the
water system will produce the required fire flow.
6. Install and complete NFPA 13 fire sprinkler system. This applies to all buildings with
a 3000 square foot total cumulative floor area. The fire Marshal shall approve the
locations of all post indicator valves and fire department connections. All valves and
connections shall not be less than 25' from the building within 50' of an approved
hydrant. Exempted are one and two family dwellings.
7 All valves controlling the water supply for automatic sprinkler systems and Water -flow
switches shall be monitored and alarmed per UBC chapter 9.
8. Install a fire alarm system as required by the UBC Chapter 3.
9. Install portable fire extinguishers per NFPA 10, but not less than one 2A10BC
extinguisher per 3000 square feet and not over 75' from walking distance. A'K'type
fire extinguisher is required in all commercial kitchens.
10. Install a Hood/Duct automatic fire extinguisher system per NFPA 96 in all public and
private cooking operations except single-family residential usage.
11. All building 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
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required on both sides of the street the roadway must be 36' wide and 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.
12. This project may require licensing by a state or county agency, to facilitate the plan
review the applicant shall prepare and submit to the Fire Marshal a letter of intent
detailing the proposed usage and occupancy type.
13. All buildings shall have illuminated addresses of a size approved by the city.
14. All fire sprinkler systems, fixed fire suppression systems and alarm plans must be
submitted separately tot he Fire Marshal for approval prior to construction.
15. Conditions subject to change with adoption of new codes, ordinances, laws, or when
building permits are not obtained within twelve months.
16. If there is an elevator, it must be gurney size.
17. Developer shall provide Fire Marshal with occupancy classification.
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CITY Of PRIM DESERT
73-510 FRED WARING DRIVE
PALM DESERT, CALIFORNIA 92260-2578
TEL: 760 346-0611
FAX: 76o 341-7098
info cEpalm-desert.org
CITY OF PALM DESERT
LEGAL NOTICE
CASE NOS. PP 04-14
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a public hearing will be held before the Palm Desert City Council
to consider a request by W ILLIAM SHARON, SMITH CONSULTING ARCHITECTS for approval of
a precise plan to allow construction of a 19,565 square foot showroom/warehouse and associated
vehicle storage yard. This project has been previously assessed for purposes of CEQA. Project is
generally located approximately 900 feet east of Cook Street on the north side of Gerald Ford Drive
and Gerald Ford Drive, more particularly described as 653-410-023,025
SAID public hearing will be held on Thursday, August 26, 2004, at 4:00 p.m. in the Council Chamber
at the Palm Desert Civic Center, 73-510 Fred Waring Drive, Palm Desert, Califomia, at which time
and place all interested persons are invited to attend and be heard. Written comments conceming
all items covered by this public hearing notice shall be accepted up to the date of the hearing.
Information concerning the proposed project and/or negative declaration is available for review in
the Department of Community Development at the above address between the hours of 8:00 a.m.
and 5:00 p.m. Mondaythrough Friday. If you challenge the proposed actions in court, you may be
limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in
this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the City Council at, or prior to, the public
hearing.
PUBLISH: Desert Sun RACHELLE KLASSEN, City Clerk
August 13, 2004 Palm Desert Planning Commission
PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 2277
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY
OF PALM DESERT, CALIFORNIA, RECOMMENDING APPROVAL
A PRECISE PLAN AND HEIGHT EXCEPTION TO THE CITY
COUNCIL TO ALLOW CONSTRUCTION OF A 19,565 SQUARE
FOOT SHOWROOMlWAREHOUSE AND ASSOCIATED VEHICLE
STORAGE ON A 1.14 ACRE PARCEL LOCATED
APPROXIMATELY 900 FEET EAST OF COOK STREET ON THE
NORTH SIDE OF GERALD FORD DRIVE, MORE PARTICULARLY
DESCRIBED AS APN 653-410-023,025.
CASE NO. PP 04-14
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission of the City of Palm Desert, Califomia, did on the
20th day of July, 2004, hold a duly noticed public hearing to consider the request by William
Sharon, Smith Consulting Architects, to recommend approval of the above described project to
the City Council; 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.
02-06," in that the Director of Community Development has determined that the project was
previously assessed no further review will be necessary; 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. The proposed precise plan will comply with each of the applicable provisions of
this title, except for approved variance or adjustments; and
2. The proposed the project will not be detrimental to the public health, safety or
general welfare, or be materially injurious to properties or improvements in the
vicinity.
3. The proposed precise plan complies with the goals, objectives, and policies of the
City's general plan.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Planning Commission of the City of Palm
Desert, Califomia, as follows:
1. That the above recitations are true and correct and constitute the findings of the
Commission in this case.
PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 2277
2. That approval of Precise Plan 04-14 is hereby recommended to the City Council,
subject to conditions attached.
PASSED, APPROVED and ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the Palm Desert Planning
Commission, held on this 20'h day of July, 2004, by the following vote, to wit:
AYES: CAMPBELL, FINERTY, LOPEZ, TSCHOPP, JONATHAN
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
ATTEST:
PHILIP DRELL, ecretary
Palm Desert Planning Commission
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SABB . ATHAN, Chairperson
PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 2277
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
CASE NO. PP 04-14
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. Construction of a portion of said project shall commence within one 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. 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 statues 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 permit and/or clearance from the following
agencies:
Coachella Valley Water District
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. Access to trash/service areas shall be placed so as not to conflict with parking areas.
Said placement shall be approved by applicable trash company and department of
community development and shall include provisions for recycling.
6. All future occupants of the buildings shall comply with parking requirements in section
25.58 of the zoning ordinance.
7. 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
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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.
8. The vehicle storage yard shall remain open for public use during business hours. No
outdoor storage of materials is permitted.
9. A detailed parking lot and field lighting plan shall be submitted to staff for approval,
subject to applicable lighting standards. Plan to be prepared by a qualified lighting
engineer.
10. All sidewalk plans shall be reviewed and approved by the department of public works
prior to architectural review commission submittal.
11. The project shall be subject to all applicable fees at time of issuance of building permits
including, but not limited to, Art in Public Places, Fringed -Toed Lizard, TUMF, School
Mitigation and Housing Mitigation fees.
12. All rooftop equipment shall be fully screened from view.
Department of Public Works
1. Drainage fees, in accordance with Section 26.49 of the Palm Desert Municipal Code and
Ordinance 653, shall be paid prior to the issuance of a grading permit.
The project shall be designed to retain storm waters associated with the increase in
developed vs. undeveloped condition for a 100 year storm. Any drainage facility
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.
2. 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.
3. The project shall be subject to Transportation Uniform Mitigation Fees (TUMF).
Payment of said fees shall be at the time of building permit issuance.
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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. 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 grading 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 shall be
completed prior to the issuance of any certificate of occupancy for the project.
7. 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 are to be approved by
the Public Works Department and a surety posted to guarantee the installation of required
offsite improvements prior to permit issuance.
8. Landscape installation on the property frontages as well as on -site shall be drought
tolerant in nature and maintenance shall be performed by the property owner(s).
9. Applicant shall comply with the provisions of Municipal Code Section 24.12, Fugitive Dust
Control and Section 24.20, Stormwater Management and Discharge Control. Developer
shall contact the Riverside County Flood Control District for informational materials.
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. Preliminary
landscape plans shall be submitted concurrently with grading plans.
11. Proposed building pad elevations are subject to review and modification in
accordance with Chapter 27 of the Palm Desert Municipal Code.
12. Full public 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. Those improvements shall include, but not be limited to the
following:
► Installation of an 8' wide concrete sidewalk on Gerald Ford Drive.
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► Installation of one-half width of a raised median island along the project frontage.
The project may provide a cash payment in -lieu of construction for the required
median island.
Rights -of -way and/or easements necessary for the installation of the above referenced
improvements shall be conveyed to the city prior to the issuance of any permits
associated with this project.
13. The project driveway located at the east property line shall be limited to right tum ingress
and egress, and left turn ingress only. A reciprocal access agreement shall be executed
with adjacent properties. Said agreement shall include provisions for payment of a
proportionate share of maintenance costs on the approved access route to the traffic
signal approved with PP/CUP 01-21.
14. Traffic safety striping on Gerald Ford Drive shall be provided to the specifications of the
Director of Public Works. A traffic control plan must be submitted to, and approved by,
the Director of Public Works prior to the placement of any pavement markings.
15. 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.
16. Driveway at eastern end of parking lot shall have a 100 foot minimum distance from
curbline to first break in the landscaped median.
Fire Department Conditions
1. With respect to the conditions of approval regarding the above referenced project, the fire
department recommends the following fire protection measures be provided in
accordance with City Municipal Code, NFPA, CFC and CBC or any recognized Fire
Protection Standards:
The Fire Department is required to set a minimum fire flow for the remodel or construction
of all buildings per UFC article 87.
2. A fire flow of 1500 gpm for a 1-hour duration at 20 psi residual 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 gpm flow of 3000 gpm
for commercial buildings.
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PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 2277
4. The required fire flow shall be available from a wet barrel Super Hydrant(s) 4" x 2 '/2" x
2 1/2" located not less than 25' nor more than 150' from any portion of a commercial
building measured via vehicular travelway.
5. Water Plans must be approved by the Fire Marshal and include verification that the water
system will produce the required fire flow.
6. Install and complete NFPA 13 fire sprinkler system. This applies to all buildings with a
3000 square foot total cumulative floor area. The fire Marshal shall approve the locations
of all post indicator valves and fire department connections. All valves and connections
shall not be less than 25' from the building within 50' of an approved hydrant. Exempted
are one and two family dwellings.
7. All valves controlling the water supply for automatic sprinkler systems and Water -flow
switches shall be monitored and alarmed per UBC chapter 9.
8. Install a fire alarm system as required by the UBC Chapter 3.
9. Install portable fire extinguishers per NFPA 10, but not less than one 2A10BC
extinguisher per 3000 square feet and not over 75' from walking distance. A 'K' type fire
extinguisher is required in all commercial kitchens.
10. Install a Hood/Duct automatic fire extinguisher system per NFPA 96 in all public and
private cooking operations except single-family residential usage.
11. All building 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 required on
both sides of the street the roadway must be 36' wide and 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.
12. This project may require licensing by a state or county agency, to facilitate the plan review
the applicant shall prepare and submit to the Fire Marshal a letter of intent detailing the
proposed usage and occupancy type.
13. All buildings shall have illuminated addresses of a size approved by the city.
14. All fire sprinkler systems, fixed fire suppression systems and alarm plans must be
submitted separately tot he Fire Marshal for approval prior to construction.
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15. Conditions subject to change with adoption of new codes, ordinances, laws, or when
building permits are not obtained within twelve months.
16. If there is an elevator, it must be gurney size.
17. Developer shall provide Fire Marshal with occupancy classification.
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E. Case No. PP 04-14 - WILLIAM, SHARON, SMITH
CONSULTING ARCHITECTS FOR D'MUNDO TILE,
Applicant
Request for approval of a precise plan
and height exception to allow
construction of a 19,565 square foot
showroom/warehouse and associated
vehicle storage yard on a 1.14-acre
parcel. Project is generally located
approximately 900 feet east of Cook
Street on the north side of Gerald
Ford Drive, APN 653-410-023 and
025.
Mr. Winklepleck outlined the salient points of the staff
report, and noted that this is the former location of the ice
rink. The project meets all applicable standards with the
exception of a small tower element over the entry, which
exceeds the 33-foot height limit by two feet. The
Architectural Review Committee reviewed and
recommended approval of the project. Staff believes that
the tower element adds interest to the building, and the
majority of the building is proposed at 33 feet in height.
Staff recommends that the Commission recommend that
the City Council approve the project.
There were no questions of staff and Chairperson Jonathan
opened the public hearing and asked the applicant to
address the Commission.
MR. BILL SHARON of Smith Consulting Architects,
located at 12-000 El Camino Real in San Diego,
explained that the overall height of 33 feet will allow
sufficient ceiling height for the interior, and the 35-
foot tower element will add interest to the exterior.
Mr. Sharon wanted to know who would pay for the
street improvements in front, and commented that it
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was his understanding that the Valley Center Business
Park as a whole would be responsible for the street
improvements, with his clients participating in their
fair share. He was concerned that the wording of
some of the conditions of approval seem to indicate
that the applicants individually would be financially
responsible for funding street improvements that will
benefit the entire business park.
Mr. Drell replied that his understanding is that the
developer of this tract, Mr. Nobel, is installing the street
improvements, so the street improvements must be
installed prior to the applicant's commencement of
construction activities.
There were no other questions and Chairperson Jonathan
asked if anyone wished to speak in FAVOR or OPPOSITION
to the proposal. There being none, Chairperson Jonathan
closed the public hearing and asked the Commission for
comments.
Commissioner Finerty noted that D'Mundo certainly has
insufficient space in their current location, and expressed
support for the project.
Commissioner Lopez commented that he would normally
have reservations about a height exception, but he believes
this particular height exception will be compatible in this
area.
Commissioners Tschopp and Campbell concurred with their
fellow Commissioners, as did Chairperson Jonathan.
Action:
It was moved by Commissioner Finerty, seconded by
Commissioner Lopez, approving the findings as presented
by staff. Motion carried 5-0.
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It was moved by Commissioner Finerty, seconded by
Commissioner Lopez, adopting Planning Commission
Resolution No. 2277, recommending to City Council
approval of Case No. PP 04-14, subject to conditions.
Motion carried 5-0.
F. Case No. PP 04-13 - EN ENGINEERING FOR
LOWE'S HOME IMPROVEMENT, Applicant
Request for approval of a precise plan
of design and Negative Declaration of
Environmental Impact for a 135,152
square foot home improvement center
with a 31,048 square foot garden
center at the northeast corner of
Monterey Avenue and Gerald Ford
Drive, 35-850 Monterey Avenue.
Mr. Smith outlined the salient points of the staff report. He
noted that the Planning Commission is being asked to
make a recommendation for approval to the City Council
approval, since City Council action is required for the height
exceptions that are proposed. He noted that the height
exceptions are proposed in order to facilitate the use of the
main building at a height which ranges from 27 feet to 32
feet, as well as to allow for architectural projections up to
48 feet in height to improve the building appearance.
Mr. Smith noted that one outstanding issue is that Sunline
Transit has requested a bus pull out and shelter in the area
of the vacant property south of the project's north property
line, and Sunline has also requested and obtained a bus
stop/shelter on Gerald Ford Drive in front of the Sares Regis
apartment project that is immediately adjacent tot the east.
City staff believes there are more suitable locations, and that
the bus stop/shelter in front of the apartment project should
be eliminated in order to minimize impediments to traffic
flow. City staff has included a condition of approval that
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