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HomeMy WebLinkAboutRes 05-104, 05-105 and 1103 GPA 05-02, C/Z 05-02, PP 05-12 and TT 33837 12-08-2005CITY OF PALM DESERT DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT STAFF REPORT REQUEST: Approval of a general plan amendment, change of zone, precise plan of design, including a height exception for the apartment portion of the project, parcel map and Negative Declaration of Environmental Impact for an 758-unit residential project (608 condominium units and 150 apartment units) on 79.6 acres at the northeast corner of Frank Sinatra Drive and Gerald Ford Drive, 76-000 Frank Sinatra Drive (the existing Emerald Desert RV Park property). SUBMITTED BY APPLICANT: CASE NOS: DATE: CONTENTS: Steve Smith, Planning Manager Taylor Woodrow, Inc. 15 Cushing Irvine, CA 92618 Emerald Brooks LLC 1100 Quail, #102 Newport Beach, CA 92660 GPA 05-02, C/Z 05-02, PP 05-12 and TT 33837 December 8, 2005 continued from November 10, 2005 Recommendation Executive Summary Background November 10, 2005 City Council Staff Report Letter from City Parks Manager Memo from Pat Conlon Exhibit(s) Recommendation: That the City Council adopt Resolution No. 05-104 approving GPA 05-02. That the City Council pass Ordinance No. 1103 to second reading relating to Case No. C/Z 05-02. Staff Report Case Nos. GPA 05-02, C/Z 05-02, PP 05-12 and TT 33837 Page 2 December 8, 2005 That the City Council adopt Resolution No.o5-M approving PP 05-12 and TT 33837, including a height exception for the apartment project, subject to conditions. Background: This matter was continued from the City Council meeting of November 10, 2005. At that time Council requested that items 1-5 below be addressed: 1. Show how this project meets the general plan high density performance criteria. 2. Enlarge the landscaped area at the corner of Frank Sinatra and Gerald Ford. 3. Show a conceptual art in public places feature. 4. Show how this project is contributing to child care facilities in the city. 5. Demonstrate energy efficiency of project units. 6. Applicant requests consideration of waiver of Quimby fees. Response to Comments: 1. General Plan High Density Performance Criteria Considered as a whole, this project is 758 units (or less) on 79.6 acres for a density of 9.52 units per acre thereby not falling into the high density category of the general plan (10-22 units per acre). The condominiums at 8.5 units per acre specifically do not meet the high density category, however, the apartments at 18 units per acre do. Pursuant to City Council request, staff has reviewed the project pursuant to the performance criteria. a. The percentage of residential units, whether single -story or multi -family, that shall be available for home ownership. • The project provides a total of 758 units. Six hundred and eight (608) or 80% will be condominiums, while 150 units (20% of total) will be apartments. b. High density residential neighborhoods shall be located in proximity and have convenient access to public transportation. Staff Report Case Nos. GPA 05-02, C/Z 05-02, PP 05-12 and TT 33837 Page 3 December 8, 2005 • The property is immediately across Gerald Ford Drive from the Cal State campus. Sunline will provide service to the campus. Exact routing is not known at this time. C. High density residential development shall be located in proximity to schools, parks and commercial services, which shall be accessible by means of non -motorized vehicle routes. • Schools The property is immediately across Gerald Ford Drive within easy walking distance of the Cal State campus. Palm Springs Unified School District is acquiring property in the area north of Gerald Ford off Gateway Drive for a future school(s). • Commercial Services The site is also close to future commercial / business development along Cook Street and Gerald Ford Drive east of Cook Street which will provide convenient shopping and employment opportunities. • Parks The project itself will contain the equivalent of three neighborhood parks. It includes four pool areas and a spray park area. Pools range in size from Junior Olympic 75 feet by 45 feet to 30 feet by 60 feet to 25 feet by 50 feet to 15 feet by 30 feet. This project also includes barbeque areas, picnic area, tot lots, basketball, volleyball, walk paths and the tie-in to the citywide bicycle lane system. The open space / recreation areas on the condo project total 7.45 acres or 10.4% of the site. City Parks Manager Janis Steele has reviewed the recreation package and finds it acceptable (see letter attached). Staff Report Case Nos. GPA 05-02, C/Z 05-02, PP 05-12 and TT 33837 Page 4 December 8, 2005 d. The percent of proposed high -density units to be reserved to meet the affordable housing needs of the community. • The apartment portion of the project falls within the high -density provisions and will be required to reserve 20% of the units for "moderate income" tenants pursuant to a "housing agreement" which will be prepared. The condominium portion of the project is not a high -density project and, therefore, does not need to provide an affordable component. Staff does, however, believe that approving a project of this type will help to provide housing which is more affordable than the usual three -unit per acre tract development. The typical tract home in the City on an 8,000 square foot lot which used to sell for $200,000 now goes for $750,000 to $800,000. This is a result of raw land costs going to $500,000 per acre and construction costs going up from $75.00/square foot to $200/square foot. When coupled with infrastructure costs, the typical 8,000 square foot lot now costs $150,000 - $200,000. With so much money in the land, developers need a minimum 3,000 square foot home which currently costs about $200.00/square foot ($150,0004200,000 and $600,000 _ $750,000-$800,000). This condo development at nine units per acre reduces the land cost and results in smaller units being built. The developer expects to sell their units for $350,0004400,000. Prices like this do not meet the City's definition of low or moderate housing, but it will be 50% less than a typical tract home built at low density. e. Adequacy and usability of landscaped open space planned internal and integral to the design of high -density developments. • See recreation amenities in Section (c) above. Onsite open space and recreation facilities total 7.45 acres or 10.4% of the condo site, plus a bike route corridor along the north edge of the site. Around the site perimeter Desert Willow type landscaping will be installed. Staff Report Case Nos. GPA 05-02, C/Z 05-02, PP 05-12 and TT 33837 Page 5 December 8, 2005 f. Development plans reflecting creative and innovative design in site planning, building design and landscape treatment, consistent with the General Plan Community Design Element. • The project exhibits a high -quality of architecture. The project has been designed with a series of internal auto courts which keep the parking lots out of view. Each unit has two garage spaces. Architecture for both the condos and apartments has been given preliminary approval by the Architectural Review Commission. g. Analysis of the potential fiscal impacts of the development. • The condominium component of the project at 8.5 units per acre does not fall under the high density provisions so a detailed fiscal analysis was not prepared for it. The apartments at 18 units per acre are high density, however, they are included in the project at the request of Cal State and the insistence of the City. The project proponent would much prefer to just put 8.5 units per acre condominiums on this land. Under these circumstances, staff did not require that a fiscal analysis be prepared for the apartments. Staff can advise that the general fiscal analysis prepared for the University Park area showed considerable positive fiscal results due to the dominance of revenue producing commercial uses in the vicinity. More recently, residential property values have increased to the point where they are quite comparable to commercial. When the individual condominium units are sold, the value will be reset above the base rate. The sale and construction of the apartment component of the project will also result in that property value being reset above its current base rate. 2-3. Landscaped Area at Corner / Art in Public Places The applicant has eliminated one unit at the corner and expanded the area to a depth of 75 feet. In this area the applicant has a conceptual public art statement (see last page of new brochure). Staff Report Case Nos. GPA 05-02, C/Z 05-02, PP 05-12 and TT 33837 Page 6 December 8, 2005 The art statement has received the endorsement of the Public Art Manager to go forward with further development. 4. Child Care Facilities Council will recall that the recently endorsed nexus study in child care facilities determined that employers should be responsible for providing and mitigating child care needs. Notwithstanding that finding, the developer of the apartment has agreed to set aside a 3/4-acre area on his site on which a child care facility can be built in the future. Construction of the facility will be funded through the collection of child care facilities fees from commercial development in the area. The applicant is also pursuing an operator for the facility. Operation of the facility will be a collaboration between the applicant and the City. A condition should be added requiring that the child care facility site be dedicated to the City as part of recording of the tract map. 5. Energy Efficiency of Project Units The City, SCE and the PUC are establishing a program to improve energy efficiency in future developments. While this project is not served by SCE, it will be required to comply with the energy efficiency provisions and conditions established by the City (see memo from Pat Conlon attached). Specifically, the criteria will: a. Require shading on east, south or west exposures or energy efficient glazing as prescribed in the memo. b. Radiant barrier roof sheathing per Title 24. C. Flat or low sloped exterior roofs shall have a reflective coating. d. Meet specific HVAC minimum standards. e. Require all developer provided appliances to be Energy Star rated. f. Energy efficient lighting is required in laundry, utility, mechanical rooms, closets and garages. Staff Report Case Nos. GPA 05-02, C/Z 05-02, PP 05-12 and TT 33837 Page 7 December 8, 2005 g. Heating for common area pools and spas shall be solar or high efficiency natural gas heaters with an AFUE of 92% minimum. 6. Applicant Request for Quimby Fee Waiver The project itself will contain the equivalent of three neighborhood parks (7.45 acres). It includes four pool areas and a spray park. Pools range in size from Junior Olympic 75' x 45' to 30' x 60' to 25' by 50' to 15' by 30'. The project also includes barbeque areas, picnic areas, tot lots, basketball, volleyball, walk paths and the tie in to the citywide bicycle lane system. The residents in the project through their association fees will pay for the maintenance of these facilities in perpetuity. The applicant has prepared a detailed cost analysis of this recreation amenity package (see copy attached) which indicates that this package will cost $7,408,535 or $12,185 per unit. Based on this exceptional amenitization, the applicant is requesting a partial waiver of the Quimby (parks) fees. We estimate that the parks fees for the condo project would be in the range of $3,250,000 (i.e., 605 units x 2.17 people per unit = 1,313 people _ 5 acres per 1,000 people = 6.5 acres x $500,000 per acre = $3,250,000). Staff recommends that based on the exceptional amenitization package provided by the project for which the future condo owners will have to pay for all maintenance, that the City waive 66% of the required Quimby fees. The project would still be required to pay approximately $1,105,000 in park fees which could be used on regional parks in the city. Conclusion: The applicant has addressed the issues raised at the previous hearing. The applicant is prepared to dedicate to the City 3/4 of an acre for a future child care facility. The project will help to provide more moderate priced housing in the community. Staff recommends that the project be approved with four additional conditions. 1. That the applicant dedicate as part of the recordation of the tract map a minimum of 30,000 square feet of land, in a location acceptable to the Director of Community Development, for a future day care facility. Staff Report Case Nos. GPA 05-02, C/Z 05-02, PP 05-12 and TT 33837 Page 8 December 8, 2005 2. That the apartment project owner shall enter into a housing agreement with the City requiring that 20% of the units be reserved and rented to "moderate income households." 3. That as a result of the extraordinary amenitization package being provided which will be maintained by the Homeowners Association, the City agrees to waive 66% of the usual Quimby fees. 4. That the project be reviewed for compliance with the energy efficiency provisions pursuant to the conditions outlined in the memo from the Office of Energy Management dated November 28, 2005. Submitted by: Department Head: J&d Steve Smith Planning Manager Approval: Homer Croy ACM for Development Services Phil Drell Director of Community Development Approval: Carlos L. ega City Manager (Wpdocs\tm\sr\pp05-12 cc6) Monroe, Tonya From: Smith, Steve Sent: Monday, November 28, 2005 11:10 AM To: Monroe, Tonya; Drell, Phil Subject: FW: Conditions of Approval -----Original Message ----- From: Conlon, Pat Sent: Monday, November 28, 2005 10:17 AM To: Smith, Steve Subject: Conditions of Approval Office of Energy Management. In ADDITION to the minimum energy efficiency standards set forth in the current edition of Title 24 Calif. Administrative Code (CAC) the project shall incorporate the following energy efficiency features. 1) Architectural design for energy conservation shall incorporate structural overhangs, or architectural projections, for shading of all eastern, southern and western facing glazing. Where shading by architectural design is unfeasible in these locations, glazing shall consist of the following: a) Thermal break design window and/or door frames. b) U factor of .40 or less (NFRC tested) c) SHGC value of 0.35 or less (NFRC tested) 2) All vented attics shall have a radiant barrier roof sheathing installed per Title 24 CAC 2005 edition. 3) All flat or low sloped exterior roof surfaces shall have a Cool Roof reflective coating. 4) HVAC equipment minimum standards: a) Fuel type: All heating shall be by natural gas. b) Furnace efficiency to be a minimum AFUE rating of 80% c) SEER: 14.0 minimum d) EER : 11.5 minimum e) HSPF: 8.0 minimum. f) Duct insulation shall be R-6 or better. g) All ducts shall be pressure tested for leakage conforming to current standards in Title 24 CAC 2005 edition. 5) Energy Star Appliances. If provided by the developer, all the following appliances shall be Energy Star rated: a) Dishwashers b) Refrigerators c) Clothes Washers d) Clothes Dryers ( Must be Natural Gas only) e) Ceiling fans f) Exhaust fans 6) Lighting: Lighting in all laundry rooms, utility rooms, mechanical rooms, closets and garages shall be fluorescent controlled by a manual - on, automatic - off occupancy sensor. All common area landscape lighting shall be fluorescent. 7) All common area public pools and spas shall have solar water heating conforming to current Plumbing Code and Solar Energy Code standards. Natural gas heaters for the common area public pools and spas are permitted with a AFUE of 92% minimum. Klassen, Rachelle From: Gilligan, Sheila Sent: Monday, November 28, 2005 1:31 PM To: Klassen, Rachelle Subject: FW: Contact Us Form -----Original Message ----- From: City of Palm Desert Web Site [mailto:ljchurch@verizon.net] Sent: Saturday, November 26, 2005 4:05 PM To: InformationMail; Kim Shannon Subject: Contact Us Form First name: James Last name: Church E-mail address: ljchurch@verizon.net Addressl: 41475 Blue Bonnet Ct City: Murrieta State: CA ZIP code: 92562 Phone: 9517045087 Comments: Your decision to rezone and allow the owners and money grubbing developers of Emerald Desert RV Park to tear it out, sucks. You have displaced thousands of visitors from all over the U.S. and Canada. Emerald Desert was the last RV Park of style and class in the area. We will now have to travel to Arizona for a park to equal this one. I hope you enjoy your short term revenue windfall. As for me and others I have spoken with, we will do our best to encourage not only RV'rs but, anyone else who will listen to avoid the area. 1 Spanish Walk Park Credit Analysis Taylor Woodrow Homes Prepared by: SWA Group 11 /28/2005 Summary of Park Credit Analysis Area Community Recreation Are, Barcelona Park Cordova Pool Area Passive Park Granada Parks Open Space Trail Land Cost @ Construction Area 300,00/ac Cost 2.30 $690,000 $1,272,108 1.20 $360,000 $636,831 0.27 $81,000 $566,840 1.50 $450,000 $497,635 0.80 $240,000 $659,791 4.00 $1,200,000 $754,330 10.07 3,021,000 $4,387,535 RECEIVED K,-'; 2 9 2005 ,-OM ML'NITY DEVELOPMEST DEPARTMENT CITY OF PAIR DESERT Total cost $1,962,108 $996,831 $647,840 $947,635 $899,791 $1,954,330 $7,408,535 RESOLUTION NO.05-104 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM DESERT, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING A NEGATIVE DECLARATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT AND A GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT FROM C-R/H (RESORT/HOTEL COMMERCIAL) TO R-M/R-HO (MEDIUM DENSITY/HIGH DENSITY OVERLAY) FOR A 758-UNIT RESIDENTIAL PROJECT (608 CONDOMINIUM/ SINGLE FAMILY UNITS AND 150 APARTMENT UNITS) ON 79.6 ACRES AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF FRANK SINATRA DRIVE AND GERALD FORD DRIVE, 76-000 FRANK SINATRA DRIVE. CASE NO. GPA 05-02 WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Palm Desert, California, did on the 10th day of November, 2005, hold a duly noticed public hearing to consider the request of TAYLOR WOODROW, INC. and EMERALD BROOKS LLC, for approval of the above described project; and WHEREAS, the Planning Commission by its Resolution No. 2361 has recommended approval of the requested general plan amendment; 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. 05-52," in that the Director of Community Development has determined that the project will not have an 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 City Council did find the following facts and reasons to exist to justify approval of the general plan amendment as described below: General Plan Amendment The proposed residential project will provide much needed housing units within close proximity to the California State University and University of California on the west side of Gerald Ford Drive. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Palm Desert, California, as follows: 1. That the above recitations are true and correct and constitute the findings of the City Council in this case. RESOLUTION NO. 05_t04 2. That the City Council does hereby approve Case No. GPA 05-02 as shown on Exhibit A attached. 3. A Negative Declaration of Environmental Impact as shown on Exhibit B attached is hereby certified. PASSED, APPROVED and ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the Palm Desert City Council, held on this day of , 2005, by the following vote, to wit: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: ABSTAIN: ATTEST: RACHELLE D. KLASSEN, City Clerk City of Palm Desert, California K BUFORD A. CRITES, Mayor FR/�NK-SIN*TRA-Dr, a J City of Palm Desert �°" Case No. GPA 05-02 GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT EXHIBIT A ✓4 Proposed GPA COMMERCIAL, RESORT To RESIDENTIAL, MEDIUM DENSITY/ HIGH DENSITY OVERLAY CITY COUNCIL RESOLUTION NO. 05-104 Date: RESOLUTION NO. 05-104 EXHIBIT B Pursuant to Title 14, Division 6, Article 6 (commencing with section 15070) of the California Code of Regulations. NEGATIVE DECLARATION CASE NO: GPA 05-02 APPLICANT/PROJECT SPONSOR: Taylor Woodrow, Inc. 15 Cushing Irvine, CA 92618 PROJECT DESCRIPTION/LOCATION: Emerald Brooks LLC 1 100 Quail, #102 Newport Beach, CA 92660 A Negative Declaration of Environmental Impact and a General Plan Amendment from C- R/H (Resort/hotel Commercial) to R-M/R-HO (Medium Density/high Density Overlay) for a 758-unit residential project (608 condominium/ single family units and 150 apartment units) on 79.6 acres at the northeast corner of Frank Sinatra Drive and Gerald Ford Drive, 76-000 Frank Sinatra Drive. 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. PHILIP DRELL DATE DIRECTOR OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT EI ORDINANCE NO. 1103 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM DESERT, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 107, THE PALM DESERT ZONING MAP BY CHANGING THE ZONE FROM R1M (SINGLE FAMILY/MOBILE HOME RESIDENTIAL) TO PR-9 AND PR-19 (PLANNED RESIDENTIAL NINE UNITS PER ACRE AND 19 UNITS PER ACRE) FOR A 758-UNIT RESIDENTIAL PROJECT (608 CONDOMINIUM/ SINGLE FAMILY UNITS AND 150 APARTMENT UNITS) ON 79.6 ACRES AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF FRANK SINATRA DRIVE AND GERALD FORD DRIVE, 76-000 FRANK SINATRA DRIVE. CASE NO. C/Z 05-02 The City Council of the City of Palm Desert, California, DOES HEREBY ORDAIN, as follows: SECTION 1: That a portion of Ordinance No. 107 referencing Section 25.46.1 of the Zoning Ordinance, the Zoning Map (Chapter 35.46 of the Palm Desert Municipal Code) is hereby amended to read as shown on the attached Exhibit "A." SECTION 2: That a Negative Declaration of Environmental Impact, Exhibit "B" attached, is hereby certified. SECTION 3: The City Clerk of the City of Palm Desert, California, is hereby directed to publish this ordinance in the Palm Desert Sun, a newspaper of general circulation, published and circulated in the City of Palm Desert, California, and shall be in full force and effect thirty (30) days after its adoption. PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED by the Palm Desert City Council this day of , 2005, by the following vote, to wit: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: ABSTAIN: ATTEST: RACHELLE D. KLASSEN, City Clerk City of Palm Desert, California BUFORD A. CRITES, Mayor ORDINANCE NO. 1103 EXHIBIT B Pursuant to Title 14, Division 6, Article 6 (commencing with section 15070) of the California Code of Regulations. NEGATIVE DECLARATION CASE NO: C/Z 05-02 APPLICANT/PROJECT SPONSOR: Taylor Woodrow, Inc. 15 Cushing Irvine, CA 92618 PROJECT DESCRIPTION/LOCATION: Emerald Brooks LLC 1100 Quail, #102 Newport Beach, CA 92660 A Negative Declaration of Environmental Impact and a Change of Zone from R1 M (single family/mobile home residential) to PR-9 and PR-19 (Planned Residential nine units per acre and 19 units per acre) for a 758-unit residential project (608 condominium/ single family units and 150 apartment units) on 79.6 acres at the northeast corner of Frank Sinatra Drive and Gerald Ford Drive, 76-000 Frank Sinatra Drive. 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. PHILIP DRELL DATE DIRECTOR OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT 3 RESOLUTION NO. 05-105 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM DESERT, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING A NEGATIVE DECLARATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT, A PRECISE PLAN OF DESIGN, INCLUDING A HEIGHT EXCEPTION FOR THE APARTMENT PROJECT, AND A TENTATIVE TRACT MAP FOR A 758-UNIT RESIDENTIAL PROJECT (608 CONDOMINIUM/ SINGLE FAMILY UNITS AND 150 APARTMENT UNITS) ON 79.6 ACRES AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF FRANK SINATRA DRIVE AND GERALD FORD DRIVE, 76-000 FRANK SINATRA DRIVE. CASE NOS. PP 05-12 AND TT 33837 WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Palm Desert, California, did on the 10th day of November, 2005, hold a duly noticed public hearing to consider the request of TAYLOR WOODROW, INC. and EMERALD BROOKS LLC, for approval of the above described project; and WHEREAS, the Planning Commission by its Resolution No. 2361 has recommended approval of the requested precise plan and tentative tract map; 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. 05-52," in that the Director of Community Development has determined that the project will not have an 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 City Council did find the following facts and reasons to exist to justify approval of the precise plan, including a height exception, and tentative tract map as described below: Precise Plan of Design: 1. The design of the project is consistent with the goals and objectives of the Planned Residential zone, except for the height of the apartment project for which a height exception is requested, and the Palm Desert General Plan. 2. As conditioned, the project will be compatible with adjacent uses and will not depreciate property values in the vicinity. 3. The precise plan will not endanger the public peace, health, safety or general welfare. RESOLUTION NO. 05-105 Tentative Tract Map 33837: The plan as designed complies with the municipal code requirements for residential condominium/single family projects. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Palm Desert, California, as follows: 1. That the above recitations are true and correct and constitute the findings of the City Council in this case. 2. That a height exception allowing for a maximum building height of 26 feet on the apartment project is hereby approved. 3. That Case Nos. PP 05-12 and TT 33837 are hereby approved, subject to conditions. 4. A Negative Declaration of Environmental Impact as shown on Exhibit A attached is hereby certified. PASSED, APPROVED and ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the Palm Desert City Council, held on this day of , 2005, by the following vote, to wit: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: ABSTAIN: ATTEST: RACHELLE D. KLASSEN, City Clerk City of Palm Desert, California 2 BUFORD A. CRITES, Mayor RESOLUTION NO. 05-105 CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL CASE NOS. PP 05-12 AND TT 33837 Department of Communitv Develoument: 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 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 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 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. Applicant shall participate in a commercial recycling program as determined by the City Environmental and Conservation Manager and applicable Waste Disposal Company. 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. 6. All sidewalk plans shall be reviewed and approved by the department of public works prior to architectural review commission submittal. 3 RESOLUTION NO. 05-105 7. Final landscape plans shall comply with the parking lot tree planting master plan and shall be approved by the Architecture Review Commission. 8. 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. 9. That the apartment project shall remain as an apartment project in perpetuity. Applicant may request amendment to this condition if rental needs in the city change. 10. That the construction of the units in both projects shall comply with the mitigation measures identified in the Structural Acoustical Analysis prepared July 28, 2005 by Investigative Science and Engineering. 11. That the applicant shall construct a bike path to City specifications in between the railroad and the north limit of the project. 12. That the tandem parking spaces shall have a minimum dimension of 10 feet by 37 feet. 13. That no part of Tentative Tract Map 33837 shall record prior to issuance of grading permits for units in that particular phase. Riverside Countv Fire Department: 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 Codes, appropriate NFPA Standards, CFC, and CBC 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 UFC article 87. 2 RESOLUTION NO. 05-105 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 gpm flow of 1,500 gpm for single family dwellings and 2,500 gpm for multifamily dwellings. 4. The required fire flow shall be available from a wet barrel Super Hydrant(s) W'x2-1 /2"x2-1 /2"►, located not less than 25' nor more than 200' from any portion of a single family dwelling measured via vehicular travelway and 165' from any portion of a multifamily dwelling 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. Please be advised the proposed project may not be feasible since the existing water mains will not meet the required fire flow. 7. Install a 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 and within 50' of an approved hydrant. Exempted are one and two family dwellings. 8. All valves controlling the water supply for automatic sprinkler systems and Water - flow switches shall be monitored and alarmed per CBC Chapter 9. 9. Install a fire alarm system as required by the UBC Chapter 3. 10. Install portable fire extinguishers per NFPA 10, but not less than one 2A10BC extinguisher per 3,000 square feet and not over 75' walking distance. A "K" type fire extinguisher is required in all commercial kitchens. 11. Install a Hood/Duct automatic fire extinguishing system per NFPA 96 in all public and private cooking operations except single-family residential usage. 12. All buildings shall be accessible by an all-weather roadway extending to within 1 50' of all portions of the exterior walls of the first story. The roadway shall be not 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 5 RESOLUTION NO, o5-105 be 32' wide and 28' wide with parking on one side. Final roadway geometry shall be approved by Fire Marshal. Dead-end roads in excess of 150' shall be provided with a minimum 45' radius turn -around, 55' in industrial developments. 13. 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". 14. A dead end single access over 500' will require a secondary access, sprinklers or other mitigative measures approved by the Fire Marshal. Under no circumstance shall a dead end over 1,300' be accepted. 15. A second access is required. This can be accomplished by two main access points from a main roadway or an emergency gate from an adjoining development. 16. This project may require licensing by a state or county agency. To facilitate plan review, the applicant shall prepare and submit to the Fire Marshal a letter of intent detailing the proposed usage and occupancy type. 17. All buildings shall have illuminated addresses of a size approved by the City. 18. All fire sprinkler systems, fixed fire suppression systems and alarm plans must be submitted separately to the Fire Marshal for approval prior to construction. Deaartment of Public Works: GENERAL 1. Landscaping maintenance of any common areas and property frontages shall be provided by a homeowners association and or property owner, shall be water efficient in nature and in accordance with the City of Palm Desert landscape design standards. Applicant shall be responsible for executing a declaration of Conditions, Covenants and Restrictions, which declaration shall be approved by the City of Palm Desert and recorded with the County Recorder. The declaration shall specify: (a) the applicant shall oversee the formation of a property owners association; (b) the property owners association shall be formed prior to the recordation of the property owners association. Landscaping plans shall be submitted for review simultaneously with grading plans. RESOLUTION NO.oS_1og 2. 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. 3. The maintenance of the retention areas shall be by the homeowners association. BONDS AND FEES 4. Drainage fees, in accordance with Section 26.49 of the Palm Desert Municipal Code shall be paid prior to recordation of final map. 5. Signalization fees, in accordance with City of Palm Desert Resolution Nos. 79- 17 and 79-55, shall be paid prior to recordation of final map. 6. The project shall be subject to Transportation Uniform Mitigation Fees (TUMF). Payment of said fees shall be at the time of building permit issuance. 7. A standard inspection fee shall be paid prior to issuance of grading permits. 8. Storm drain/retention 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 prior to start of construction. Project is required to retain on -site the increase in flows for a 100 year storm. 9. Complete grading and improvement plans and specifications on electronic files shall be submitted to the Director of Public Works for checking and approval prior to issuance of any permits. 10. Improvement plans for utility systems shall be approved by the respective provider or service districts with "as -built" plans submitted to the Department of Public Works prior to project final. Utility plans shall be submitted to the Public Works Department for improvements in the public right of way prior to issuance of any permits. 11. Complete tract 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. 12. 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. 7 RESOLUTION NO, 05-1 n5 13. Pad elevations, as shown on the tentative map are subject to review and modification in accordance with Chapter 26 of the Palm Desert Municipal Code. 14. Any entry gates for the project shall be set back 100 feet from the curb -line of the adjacent street. 15. Waive of access to Frank Sinatra and Gerald Ford Drives, except at approved locations, shall be granted on the final map. REQUIRED CONSTRUCTION 16. 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. • Maintain, replace and construct -where necessary, matching sidewalk on Frank Sinatra and Gerald Ford Drives. • Construct and instal a landscaped center median on Gerald Ford Drive where adjacent to project. • Construct 10-foot wide bike path along northern and eastern boundary to connect with Frank Sinatra Drive. • Project shall install appropriate storm drain facilities on Gerald Ford and Frank Sinatra Drives. • Project shall provide a signalized intersection at the project entry on Frank Sinatra Drive, pay for half of the signalized intersection at Frank Sinatra and Gerald Ford Drives, and bond for half of a future signal at the apartment entry on Gerald Ford Drive. Rights -of -way necessary for the installation of the above referenced improvements shall be dedicated to the City prior to the issuance of any permits associated with this project. 17. All public improvements shall be inspected by the Department of Public Works and a standard inspection fee shall be paid prior to issuance of grading permits. No occupancy permit shall be granted until public improvements have been completed. 0 RESOLUTION NO. 05-105 18. Traffic safety striping shall be installed 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. 19. Full improvements of interior streets based on residential street standards in accordance with Section 26.40 of the Palm Desert Municipal Code shall be provided. 20. All public and private improvements shall be inspected by the Department of Public Works. 21. 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. 22. Prior to the start of construction, the applicant shall submit satisfactory evidence to the Director of Public Works of intended compliance with the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) General Construction Permit for storm water discharges associated with construction. Developer must contact Riverside County Flood Control District for informational materials. E RESOLUTION NO. 05-105 EXHIBIT A Pursuant to Title 14, Division 6, Article 6 (commencing with section 15070) of the California Code of Regulations. NEGATIVE DECLARATION CASE NOS: PP 05-12 AND TT 33837 APPLICANT/PROJECT SPONSOR: Taylor Woodrow, Inc. 15 Cushing Irvine, CA 92618 PROJECT DESCRIPTION/LOCATION: Emerald Brooks LLC 1100 Quail, #102 Newport Beach, CA 92660 A Negative Declaration of Environmental Impact, a precise plan of design and a tentative tract map for a 758-unit residential project (608 condominium/ single family units and 150 apartment units) on 79.6 acres at the northeast corner of Frank Sinatra Drive and Gerald Ford Drive, 76-000 Frank Sinatra Drive. 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. PHILIP DRELL DATE DIRECTOR OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT 10 Taylor Woodrow December 2, 2005 Dear Mayor and City Council Members: Mr. Buford Crites, Mayor Mr. Jim Ferguson, Mayor Pro Tem Ms. Jean Benson, Councilmember Mr. Richard Kelly, Councilmember Mr. Robert Spiegel, Councilmember City Council City of Palm Desert 73-510 Fred Waring Drive Palm Desert, CA 92260-2578 .1 V f:iT ';" Ct_ told S=.OFFICE DES1T.T. CA P05 DEC -5 AM 10: 50 TaylorWoodrow Homes, Inc. South Division -Southern California 16745 West Bernardo Drive, Suite 140 San Diego, CA 92127 Tel 858 943 5100 Fax 858 943 5151 taylorwoodrow.com RE: Spanish Walk (76-000 Frank Sinatra Drive- existing Emerald Desert RV Park) (Case Nos. GPA 05-02, CZ 05-02, PP 05-12, and TT 33837) would like to take this opportunity to thank you for your observation and input on our Spanish Walk project this past City Council hearing on November 10, 2005, and giving us the opportunity to improve on those issues. Over these past few weeks, we have incorporated items of concern within the plan. I have listed below the issues and the corresponding resolution. 1. Location of public art and enhanced comer at Frank Sinatra and Gerald Ford: In order to facilitate an enhanced street corner at Frank Sinatra/Gerald Ford we removed a housing unit giving room and depth necessary for public art and landscaping. In consultation, we felt that the best way to enhance the corner would be to have an interactive wall that pedestrians and observers could experience. The wall would be fashioned after the work of Guadi, who influenced the cities of Spain, and complements the inspiration of our project. This proposed interactive wall is depicted on the supplemental landscape plans. In addition to the interactive wall we are proposing artistic expression on our main entry gates. 2. Pools and Recreation Area concems: We met with Janis Steele of the Parks and Recreation Department for a review of our plans, as suggested by the Council. Ms. Steele believed that our plan for pools and recreation spaces was appropriate, see attached letter. In addition to the Parks and Recreations review, we had our consultants perform an analysis on the size of the community and the proposed recreation. It was concluded that our plan for pools allows for approximate 40% more capacity than an average development of our size. The Council recommendations were acknowledged, and we made the decision to delete two housing units in the "Cordova - Cluster" neighborhood (located in the southwest portion of the overall project). This change will add a sizeable pool and enlarge the recreation area. We feel that this will give the overall plan balance, since we have the main Community Recreation with a junior Olympic pool in the center of the project. Also, two midsize pools and recreation areas are located on the east and west side, and a kid's wading pool located in the Granada Neighborhood (Flats). 3. Noise Disclosure from Railroad and the Interstate: We have submitted to staff a proposed "Noise Disclosure" document that will be recorded against the project. Home buyers will be notified that the project is located adjacent to the railroad and the interstate and its relative noise. This disclosure will remain with the land into perpetuity. 4. Stackina and traffic at entries: As part of our submittal a comprehensive traffic study was performed and reviewed by staff. The issue of stacking and traffic was found to be adequate with the addition of traffic signals, as conditioned by staff. We have followed up with Mark Greenwood and expressed Council's concern and we look forward to Mr. Greenwood's consensus at the December 8th, 2005 hearing. 5. Line of site from Spanish Walk to Avondale: Included in the staff report is an exhibit depicting the line of site from Spanish Walk to Avondale. This exhibit shows that the homes at Spanish Walk will not be encroaching on the privacy of the Avondale Homes across Frank Sinatra Drive. 6. Potential Daycare Facility: Chris Yelich of Emerald Brook'LLC has worked diligently with staff to provide a good location for a future daycare facility on the apartment site. Emerald Brook will provide a daycare site up to 1.8 acre on a portion of the apartment site for a period of up to five years. If City funds are not made available to build the facility or the facility is not constructed within that time period, then the 1.8 acre portion would revert to its approved status as an apartment site. The 1.8 acre daycare site yields a loss of 44 apartment units, and our hope is that Council acknowledges the effort and compliance to meet the Council's expectations and the needs of the City. We are very excited about the Spanish Walk project and feel these modifications will be an enhancement, and we hope with these revisions will allow us to secure the Council approval on December 8th, 2005. If you have any questions please feel free to call either myself at 858-943-5110, Tim Day at 760-275-0598, or Chris Yelich at 949-500-9497. Gil Miltenberger Sr. VP/Regional Manager Taylor Woodrow Homes, Inc 16743 W. Bernardo Dr., Suite 140 San Diego, CA 92127 and Emerald Brook LLC 1100 Quail #102 Newport Beach, CA 92660 CC: Phil Drell, Tim Day, Chris Yelich CITY OF PALM DESERT PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT INTEROFFICE MEMORANDUM To: Phil Drell, Director of Community Development From: Janis Steele, Parks and Recreation Services Manager Date: December 1, 2005 Subject: Spanish Walk Park Plans As requested by the City Council, I met with Tim Day, Senior Project Manager from Taylor Woodrow Homes, Inc. to review the Spanish Walk Project Park plans. Mr. Day provided an updated park(s) plan for Staff review. Jay Niemczak and I reviewed the Park plans and feel that they are appropriate for the size community that is being recommended. C:1Documents and Seaingslgi.miltanbergerlt.ocal Settings\Temporary tntemet Files\Ot.KF7\Spanlsh Walk (2).doc CITY OF PALM DE PASSfO TO 2ND READIfi(i DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY T MEETI DATE � I � �il ' U � � CONTINUED TO I.� ' � ' C�� STAFF REPORT REQUEST: Approval of a general plan amendment, change of zone, precise plan of design, including a height exception for the apartment portion of the project, parcel map and Negative Declaration of Environmental Impact for an 758-unit residential project (608 condominium units and 150 apartment units) on 79.6 acres at the northeast corner of Frank Sinatra Drive and Gerald Ford Drive, 76-000 Frank Sinatra Drive (the existing Emerald Desert RV Park property). SUBMITTED BY: Steve Smith, Planning Manager APPLICANT: Taylor Woodrow, Inc. 15 Cushing Irvine, CA 92618 CASE NOS DATE: CONTENTS: Emerald Brooks LLC 1100 Quail, #102 Newport Beach, CA 92660 GPA 05-02, C/Z 05-02, PP 05-12 and TT 33837 November 10, 2005 Recommendation Executive Summary Discussion Draft Resolutions and Ordinance Planning Commission Resolution No. 2361 Planning Commission Minutes Planning Commission Staff Report of October 18, 2005 ARC Minutes Related Exhibits Recommendation: That the City Council adopt Resolution No. os-io4 approving GPA 05-02. That the City Council pass Ordinance No. 1 io3 to second reading relating to Case No. C/Z 05-02. Staff Report Case Nos. GPA 05-02, C/Z 05-02, PP 05-12 and TT 33837 Page 2 November 10, 2005 That the City Council adopt Resolution No. os-lo5approving PP 05-12 and TT 33837, including a height exception for the apartment project, subject to conditions. Executive Summary: Project Description The applicant proposes amendment to the general pian and zoning to facilitate approval of an 758-unit residential project (608 condominium/single family units on 71.55 acres and 150 apartment units on 8.05 acres). The applicant's original intent had been 100% single family ownership condominium units at 9.22 units per acre. The apartment units were specifically added to the project at the request of Cal State and UCR to provide for future student, staff and faculty housing units within walking distance to the campuses. The general plan amendment will change the land use designation from C- R/H (Resort/Hotel Commercial) to R-M/R-HO (Medium Density/High Density Overlay) 4-22 upa. The change of zone will be handled in two steps. The condominium/single family unit area (71.55 acres) will be rezoned from R1 M to PR-9 (Planned Residential, nine units per acre) and the apartment portion of the site (8.05 acres) will be rezoned from R1 M to PR-19. The site plan places the condominium/sing(e family units on the north side of Frank Sinatra Drive, east of Gerald Ford Drive. The apartments will be at the west end of the site on the east side of Gerald Ford Drive, 1,200 +/- feet north of Frank Sinatra Drive. The project also includes a 24-lot tentative tract map (12 lots in Phase 1 and 12 lots in Phase 2) on the condo area of the site and two lots in the apartment area. Planning Commission Hearing Planning Commission considered this matter at hearings on September 6, 2005 and October 18, 2005. At the September 6, 2005 hearing three people s Staff Report Case Nos. GPA 05-02, C/Z 05-02, PP 05-12 and TT 33837 Page 3 November 10, 2005 spoke generally asking questions about the project. Staff met with the residents following the September 6 Planning Commission meeting as did the developer's representative. October 18, 2005 one person, Betty Schaffer, spoke generally asking questions about the signalization requirements in the area. Ultimately, the Planning Commission recommended approval on a 4-0 vote (Commissioner Finerty absent). Condition 9 of the Planning Commission Resolution requires that the apartment project remain rental housing in perpetuity. The applicant requests that he be allowed to seek amendment to the condition if housing needs in the city change in the future. Staff has no objection to this modification and amended Condition 9 of the draft Council resolution accordingly. Discussion: Background Emerald Desert RV Park was originally approved in 1986 for 241 mobile home spaces, 201 RV spaces, a 9-hole golf course, two tennis courts, a clubhouse, pro shop and convenience market. This part of the project was completed in October of 1990. As of June 1991 the developer was unable to attract any manufactured housing units so an amendment was approved to convert 232 vacant mobile home spaces to 695 RV spaces. Emerald Desert RV Park has operated since then with 893 RV spaces, nine mobile home lots and a 9-hole golf course. Site Description The property comprises 79.6 acres at the northeast corner of Frank Sinatra Drive and Gerald Ford Drive and slopes down gently from northwest to southeast approximately ten feet. Staff Report Case Nos. GPA 05-02, C/Z 05-02, PP 05-12 and TT 33837 Page 4 November 10, 2005 Adjacent Zoning and Land Use North: Southern Pacific Railroad and Interstate 10 South: PR-3 / Avondale and Palm Valley Country Clubs East: PR / Palm Valley Storage and Maintenance area West: PR-5 / Vacant part of Cal State Campus Site General Plan and Zoning University Park Area 1. General Plan The site is currently designated C-R/H (Resort/Hotel Commercial). The applicant proposes to amend the land use to R-M/R-HO (medium density/ high density residential overlay). The general plan land use element, as approved March 15, 2004, for the University Park area identi�ed 618 acres for residential use (313 acres low and 305 acres medium/high) with a unit count that ranged from 3,392 units to 5,993 units. In the period since March 15, 2004, four residential projects have been approved. Low density projects like Ponderosa with 237 units on 80 acres and Marix with 270 units on 68 acres (at 3.0 and 3.9 upa respectively) were toward the high end of the "low" (0-4 dwelling units per acre) category. The Dolce project with 159 units on 37 acres (4.3 upa) barely made it into the medium category (4-10 upa). The Sares Regis project with 320 units on 26 acres (12.3 upa) barely made it into the "high" category (10-22 upa). These projects, coupled with other anticipated developments in the University Park area will, at build out, leave this area at the low end of the total projected unit range. The current application for the EI Dorado R.V. Park site would add 80 acres with approximately 758 total units. We also expect a future application for 55 acres on the north side of Dinah Shore west of Miriam Way (west of Costco) Staff Report Case Nos. GPA 05-02, C/Z 05-02, PP 05-12 and TT 33837 Page 5 November 10, 2005 with a total of 715 units. Adding this land (135 acres) would increase the total "medium/high" designated land in the University Park area from 305 acres to 440 acres. If we leave the total expected unit count prescribed in the general plan (3,392 units to 5,993 units) unchanged, we will be effectively lowering the expected density from a range of (11.9 upa - 19.7 upa) to a range of (7.7 upa - 13.6 upa). The question then becomes can we add the expected units and still remain within the total unit count prescribed in the general plan. The "low" density projects came in with densities toward the high end of the "low" category. As a result, we anticipate a total of 1,073 "low" density units versus the 938 units delineated in the general plan. The reverse is true with the "medium/high" density projects. The two "medium/high" density projects which have been processed (Dolce/Sares Regis) provide a total of 479 units (159 + 320 = 479) on 63 acres (37 + 26 = 63 acres) for an average density of 7.6 upa, well below the expected range of 11.9 - 19.7 upa. Extrapolated over the total 305 acres, this would result in a total of 2,318 "medium/high" density units plus the 1,073 "low" density units for a total of 3,391 units. Adding the two new sites with 1,473 units (758 + 715 = 1,473) would bring the total to 4,873 units, well within the 3,392 - 5,993 general plan range. Even if all the remaining vacant 242 acres of "medium/high" designated land came in at 12 units per acre (4.4 upa above the current average), we would still be below the 5,993 unit maximum (4,873 units + 242 x 4.4 (1,065 units) = 5,938 units. 2. Zoning: The property is currently zoned R1 M(single family/mobile home residential district). The applicant seeks approval of PR-9 zoning for the condo site and PR-19 for the apartment site. Site Plan, Access, Circulation, and Parks for Single Family Condo Units This portion of the project contains 608 units within a gated community in five (5) distinct neighborhoods: compact lots, auto courts, cluster, town homes, and flats. Staff Report Case Nos. GPA 05-02, C/Z 05-02, PP 05-12 and TT 33837 Page 6 November 10, 2005 1. Parks and Open Space The project contains 7.45 acres of park/open space (10.4%) of the site plus a bike route corridor along the north edge of the property. Within the project is a centrally located 2.85-acre neighborhood park and clubhouse facility. Dispersed around the various neighborhoods are four (4) "pocket parks" with sizes of 1.68 acres, 1.6 acres, 1.1 acres and .22 acres. 2. Access/Circulation The condominium/single family lot project takes its main access from Frank Sinatra Drive in the same location as the existing RV park access at the Eldorado Drive intersection (to be signalized). The main driveway circulates north then turns west to where it intersects with Gerald Ford Drive. This intersection will not be signalized, but will provide right in, right out and left turn in movements. No left turn exiting the project will be permitted here. A signalized intersection at the northwest edge of the project will align with a Cal State entrance and will provide joint access for the apartments and a future industrial project to the west. Onsite circulation is via a series of loop and dead-end "local" streets which provide adequate circulation. Street widths in the project include a 62-foot median divided street at the entries, and 32-foot to 28-foot to 24-foot wide streets all measured curb to curb. Some of the longer street segments were designed with slight curves to break up long uninteresting straight views. In order to better control traffic flow, streets in certain areas (i.e., compact lots and auto courts) of the project do not connect. Neighborhoods 1. Town Homes (Attached) This area of the project will be located at the east end of the project north of Frank Sinatra and east of the main access road. There will be 103 one and two-story (1 and 2 bedroom) attached single family residences which range in size from 915 to 1,833 square feet. A single motorcourt serves eight units and removes garages from the street scene. Staff Report Case Nos. GPA 05-02, C/Z 05-02, PP 05-12 and TT 33837 Page 7 November 10, 2005 2. Auto Courts (Detached) This area of the project is located west of the main access from Frank Sinatra and extends north of the main access road after it turns west. There will be 111 two-story (3 and 4 bedroom) single family residences ranging in size from 2,000 to 2,450 square feet. The units are arranged in a cluster configuration with garages removed from the street scene. 3. Compact Lots {Detached) This area of the project is located to the center of the site and south of the main access road. There will be 87 two-story (2 and 3 bedroom) single family residences ranging in size from 1,650 to 2,011 square feet. This neighborhood has garage access from a rear alley thereby removing vehicles from the street scene. 4. Cluster Homes (Detached) These units will be located at the west end of the project adjacent to Gerald Ford and Frank Sinatra. There will be 151 two-story (2 and 3 bedroom) single family units ranging in size from 1,357 to 1,475 square feet. The units are in an eight-plex cluster configuration with garage access from a rear alley thereby removing garages from the street scene. 5. Flats (Attached) These units will be located on the north side of the site between the neighborhood park and the railroad. There will be 156 two-story (2 and 3 bedroom) single family residences ranging in size from 1,176 to 1,320 square feet. A single motorcourt serves six (6) units with rear loaded garages. Parking The parking requirements for residential condominiums vary with the number of bedrooms. Studio and one bedroom units are required to have at least one covered space and one open space. Two bedrooms and larger are required to have two covered spaces plus one half open space per unit. Staff Report Case Nos. GPA 05-02, C/Z 05-02, PP 05-12 and TT 33837 Page 8 November 10, 2005 Based on 25 one bedroom units and 583 two bedrooms or greater, the required parking is 1,191 covered spaces plus 319 open spaces for a total of 1,510 spaces. The project provides 1,191 covered spaces and 484 open spaces for a total of 1,675 spaces. Staff has two areas of concern with parking: 1 2. In the "Flats", 52 of the 156 units have two covered tandem parking spaces 12 feet wide by 36 feet deep. In the "cluster" units, 32 of the 151 units have one (1) garage parking space which has a difficult four point turning movement to exit the garage space. These issues will be discussed further in the analysis section of the report. Architecture and Building Height The one and two-story buildings have been attractively articulated in Spanish architecture. The structures feature pitched roofs with barrel tile. Walls will be finished in stucco accented with steel balcony railings. The applicant has provided quality architecture on all sides of the building. The units have been designed to comply with the 24-foot maximum height limit prescribed in the PR zone. The architecture has been given preliminary approval by ARC. PROJECT DATA CODE Building Setbacks: West (Gerald Ford) South (Frank Sinatra) East North Coverage Parking: Covered Open Total Height 32 feet 32 feet 20 feet As approved 50% maximum 1,191 319 1,510 24 feet PROVIDED 34 feet 34 feet 52 feet 52-70 feet 36% 1,191 484 1,675 24 feet Staff Report Case Nos. GPA 05-02, C/Z 05-02, PP 05-12 and TT 33837 Page 9 November 10, 2005 Apartments At the west end of the property an 8.05-acre area has been set aside for 150 apartments which were requested by representatives of Cal State and UCR. 1. Location The apartment project will be located on the east side of Gerald Ford Drive, 1200 feet north of Frank Sinatra Drive. 2. Access The project has one access point from Gerald Ford Drive which will be signalized and which will align with a future driveway on the Cal State campus on the west side of Gerald Ford Drive. The site plan also provides a driveway connection with the business/industrial zoned site to the west. This will allow for that traffic to egress to the east. The project access driveway will provide dual lanes for both ingress and egress. Adequate stacking is provided. 3. Circulation A central driveway 31 feet in width runs the full length of the project with smaller loop and dead end driveways 31 feet in width providing direct access to the units. The circulation is adequate. 4. Site Plan and Parking The project is a series of 14 two (2) story buildings with a total of 150 units. The units are generally organized around a central clubhouse/ recreation area which contains a pool, spa, tennis courts and barbeque area. The units adjacent to Gerald Ford Drive are oriented with the garage doors facing inward to provide a more acceptable exterior architectural appearance. All units have one garage parking space and one open parking space. Staff Report Case Nos. GPA 05-02, C/Z 05-02, PP 05-12 and TT 33837 Page 10 November 10, 2005 5. Unit Layout The project includes five unit types as follows: 2 Bedroom 2 Bath 1,096 square feet 2 Bedroom 2 Bath 1,035 square feet 1 Bedroom 1 Bath 754 square feet 3 Bedroom 3 Bath 1,360 square feet 3 Bedroom 2 Bath 1,333 square feet On the first floor (ground level) there are ten garage parking spaces with four units located beyond the parking area. Two common stairways provide access to six second floor units. 6. Architecture The buildings provide a Mediterranean theme with "S" concrete tile roofs, wrought iron balcony enclosures and extensive use of decorative louvered shutters on the units. The plan packet includes two design concepts for the clubhouse. As of the writing of this report, we are unaware as to which is preferred, however, both are acceptable. The two-story units will be a maximum of 26 feet in height. The Planned Residential District allows finro-story development with a maximum height of 24 feet. The applicant will require an exception to the height requirement as provided in the PR zone. In the past, the Planning Commission and City Council have granted exceptions to the height limit in instances where there is no impact to adjacent properties and if the design of the buildings is enhanced with the additional height. This property is bounded on the north by the railway. To the west is a business/industrial site which, pursuant to the Wonder Palms Master Plan, could be as high as 35 feet. To the east is the proposed 24-foot high condo project by Taylor Woodrow. Across Gerald Ford Drive is the Cal State campus. Staff Report Case Nos. GPA 05-02, C/Z 05-02, PP 05-12 and TT 33837 Page 11 November 10, 2005 There will be no impact to adjacent properties if this height exception were approved. The architecture is attractive and will be compatible with the Taylor Woodrow condo project to the east. October 11, 2005 ARC granted preliminary approval of project architecture. Tract Map The proposed tract map divides the 71.5-acre site into two basic areas: Phase 1 and Phase 2. The map then divides each of the phasing areas into 12 lots which correspond with the units contained in the precise plan. The map also divides the apartment site into two "lettered lots." Once the precise plan, general plan amendment and zoning are approved, then the findings for the map approval can be met. Conditions will be imposed on the map to tie the recording of the map to the issuance of grading permits within each phase. Analysis The projects are attractively designed medium density (8.49 upa and high density 18.6 upa) residential projects which are ideally located across the street from the Cal State and UCR campuses. The projects will provide very attractive housing for future students, faculty and administration. 1. Noise and Vibration The projects are located adjacent to the Union Pacific Railroad and the Interstate 10 Freeway. These facilities cause noise and vibration. An acoustical and ground vibration site assessment dated July 21, 2005 prepared by Investigative Science and Engineering, Inc. (copy attached hereto by reference) concluded that in the worst case noise to the site is at 64 dba with typical background levels averaging 62 dba with the freeway traffic identified as the dominant source. These levels were obtained with the existing eight-foot wall along the north edge of the property in place. Staff Report Case Nos. GPA 05-02, C/Z 05-02, PP 05-12 and TT 33837 Page 12 November 10, 2005 The vibration study concluded that vibration associated with rail activity would be "slightly noticeable to humans during nighttime hours. No impacts to structures would be indicated." The acoustical study notes that Union Pacific Railway currently produces approximately one freight train passerby every hour and this is expected to change to at most two trains per hour in the future. Equating these train events to an hourly noise level produces a current level of 55.5 dBa Leq-h. With the future two trains per hour, this wouid increase to 58.5 dBa Leq-h. Even with these levels below the 60 dba threshold, the study notes that the site could experience "instaneous peaks above 90 dBa due to signaling and warning devices." The study concludes that these events "could result in nuisance impacts to sensitive receptors within the development." The study recommends that interior noise reduction methods be "examined." A second study "Structural Acoustical Analysis/CCR Title 24 Survey" dated July 28, 2005 details the actual mitigation proposed in the construction of the housing units on this property. These construction mitigation measures will be conditioned on the projects. Pursuant to noise concerns expressed from Palm Valley Country Club residents to the east, the City is pursuing the establishment of a"quiet zone" where train horns "would not be routinely sounded." 2. Traffic Issues The project if approved will change the land use from an RV park to an 758- unit residential community. The applicant has had a traffic impact analysis prepared by LOS Engineer, Inc. (a copy of which is attached by reference). The traffic impact analysis was prepared on the original 810-unit project. The report concludes that an 810-unit project will create 5,205 trips per day which is an increase of 3,078 above that created by the present RV park. The impacts identified will be less for the modified 758 unit project. The analysis outlines a series of mitigation measures which will reduce the traffic impacts to "less than significant." The mitigation measures will be a condition of project approval. Staff Report Case Nos. GPA 05-02, C/Z 05-02, PP 05-12 and TT 33837 Page 13 November 10, 2005 3. Parking (Condos) The plan in the "Flats" neighborhood provides 52 of the 156 units with two tandem garage parking spaces 12 feet wide by 36 feet deep. Municipal Code Section 25.58.220 requires that units provide two parking spaces and that "each space shall contain ten feet by 20 feet of unobstructed area." Typically, these spaces are side by side for an area 20 feet by 20 feet. Tandem spaces 10 feet by 40 feet would also meet code. Staff recommends that the tandem spaces be approved with minimum dimension of ten feet by 37 feet. The three-foot reduction in length is based on cars being generally shorter than when the code was written. This is also consistent with reduced stall length which was approved for commercial parking lots in 2001 when required lengths were reduced by 1.5 feet from 18 feet to 16.5 feet, plus two feet of overhang. This will be conditioned. In the "Cluster" units, 32 of the 151 units have finro garage parking spaces at the end of a 150-foot long 24-foot wide driveway. The only turn-around is provided at the next unit where the garage doors are inset three feet providing 30 feet befinreen doors. This space allows for a four-point turn around for medium and small vehicles. SUV's would need to back into/or out of these spaces the full length of the driveway. From a staff perspective, these are legal, usable spaces with restricted ingress or egress. The market will price these units accordingly. 4. Bicycle Route Between the railroad and the north boundary of the projects is an area set aside for a future bike route which is being built in sections. A condition of approval requires that each project construct its segment of the bike route. 5. Fiscallmpact The general fiscal analysis prepared for the University Pa�k area showed considerable positive fiscal results due to the dominance of revenue producing commercial uses in the vicinity. Generally we know that the projecYs value will be set when individual units are sold. In each instance tax increment should be increased above the base rate. Staff Report Case Nos. GPA 05-02, C/Z 05-02, PP 05-12 and TT 33837 Page 14 November 10, 2005 6. On-site Service Worker Parking The plan presently does not provide an on-site service worker parking area. Such an area should be provided so that these workers are not relegated to arterial streets or nearby commercial centers. Staff has provided a condition in the draft resolution requiring that a minimum of 20 on-site service worker parking spaces be provided for the Taylor Woodrow project. Conclusion Locating residential units on this property will provide necessary residential units within walking distance of the Cal State and UCR campuses for students, faculty and staff. The general plan amendment to "medium/high" residential and zone changes to PR- 9 and PR-19 to permit 758 units can be effected without revising the maximum number of residential units prescribed for the University Park area. The projects as conditioned on approval will mitigate identified potential impacts including noise, vibration and traffic. The projects as designed will result in architecturally attractive residential complexes with a townhouse feel. Quality touches added to the projects include direct garage access for all the units, balconies and enhanced paving in the auto courts of the condo units. The projects as designed and conditioned will comply with all requirements of the PR zone district, except for the height exception which is necessary for the apartments. Architecture for both projects have been given preliminary approval by the Architectural Review Commission. CEQA Review The project was reviewed for compliance with CEQA. The applicant prepared site specific traffic impact analysis and noise and vibration studies. These reports identify potential environmental impacts and recommend mitigation measures. The Staff Report Case Nos. GPA 05-02, C/Z 05-02, PP 05-12 and TT 33837 Page 15 November 10, 2005 mitigation measures will be made conditions of approval of the projects. With these mitigation measures in place the project as designed will not have an adverse impact on the enVironment. Submitted by: teve Smith Planning Manager Approval: Homer Croy ACM for De� �ices Department Head: . . � �;, � Phil Drell Director of Community Development Approval: . �,� ��r -��rCarlos L. Orte a� City Manage � (Wp0oC5Vm\5r�pp05-72 CC2) CITY OF PALM DESERT PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT INTEROFFICE MEMORANDUM To: Phil Drell, Director of Community Development From: Janis Steele, Parks and Recreation Services Manager Date: December 1, 2005 Subject: Spanish Walk Park Plans As requested by the City Council, I met with Tim Day, Senior Project Manager from Taylor Woodrow Homes, Inc. to review the Spanish Walk Project Park plans. Mr. Day provided an updated park(s) plan for Staff review. Jay Niemczak and I reviewed the Park plans and feel that they are appropriate for the size community that is being recommended. C�Documents and SeWngs�parellVLocal Semngs�Tempaary Intemet FJes�OLKi3�Span�sn Waik.tloc .,.. I;►1��� Taylor Woodrow November 22, 2005 Mr. Philip Drell Director of Community Development City of Palm Desert 73-510 Fred Waring Drive Palm Desert, CA 92260 EC,���ED R �,�;;; � 2 9 2045 �OMM1%ti�TY DEVELOP�IE�T DEPAR'f��ENT CITY OF PAL`� DESERT Re: Supplemental Information for December 8, 2005 City Council Hearing, Spanish Walk Dear Mr. Drell: In response to comments provided by the City Council for Spanish Walk at the November 10, 2005 hearing, the following supplemental information is being provided for distribution to the Council. Items voiced at the council meeting included a desire to see additional detail for the recreational amenities provided for the project residents, more information regarding implementation of the Art in Public Places Program, an enhanced landscaping detail for the comer of the intersection of Frank Sinatra Drive and Gerald Ford and the consideration of a day care facility within the project boundaries. Attached is a presentation booklet which provides dimensioned recreational area information along with a mafix inclusive of calculations for the recreational opportunities planned for the community in comparison of the general industry expectations. Our plan has eliminated some dwel�ing units to accommodate the expansion of these facilities in response to the Councils direction. At the Council's suggestion, Taylor Woodrow Homes has also met with the management staff of the Parlcs and Recreation Department for input and recommendations. Further explanation of the details of these modifications will be provided on December 8"'. Additionally, Taylor Woodrow has initiated meetings with the staff of the Art in Public Places Department. Based on guidance provided by City staff, Taylor Woodrow Homes is in the process of developing a proposal for the inGusion of a public art project at the comer of Frank Sinatra Drive and Gerald Ford. Other enhancements of the public viewable areas are also being considered. The art theme will reflect the nature of the Spanish Walk Development in coordination with the City's Art in Public Places approval process. The inclusion of a day care facility within the project boundaries is also being developed within the proposed apartmerrt component of the community. Further information on this facility will be provided at the City Council Hearing on December 8"'. Finally, an exhibit depicting the location of wedged curb in �elationship to driveway approaches and a draft °Notice of Noise lmpact' agreement for future homeowners are also attached to address concems expressed by Councilmembers. Taylor Woodrow Homes is honored to work in a suppo�tive relationship with the City Council and City staff to ensure the development of a unique, high quality master planned community which will further the ef�orts of the City of Palm Desert to be the preferred community within the Coachella Valley. Again, thank you for the oppo�tunity to develop a community within the City of Palm Desert. Should you have any questions, please contact me at 760.275.0598. Sincerely, � Ti�thy K, Day Se ior Project � RECORDING REQUESTED BY: FIRST AMERICAN TITLE COMPANY WHEN RECORDED� MAIL TO: Taylor Woodrow Homes, Inc. 15 Cushing Irvine, CA 92618-4220 Attn: r�>•+, � . -� .... r-�.�..`..u"� � � . . ��-; . , �: i���G�' �'� .. '� ' . . y_,� �h�1 �. . _ � . . :.� _ . 'r1LJi�'�it�s�t (Space Above for Recorder's Use) NOTICE OF NOISE IMPACT FROM INTERSTATE lO AND RAILROAD (SPANISH WALK� THIS NOTICE OF NOISE IMPACT ("Notice of Noise InipacY� is made by TAYLOR WOODROW HOMES, INC., a California corporation ("DeclaranY�, as the ovmer and developer of certain real property in the City of Palm Desert, County of Riverside, State of California (the "Property'� more particulazly described as: Lots to , inclusive, and Lots to , inclusive, of Tract No. , as shown on a Subdivision Map, Filed in Book , at Pages to , inclusive, of Maps in the Office of the Riverside County Recorder. Declazant hereby discloses to all owners and residents of the Property and their respective successors and assigns the following information concerning the impact of noise from nearby transportation infrastructure: 1. Noise Impact of Intersts�te 10. Interstate 10 lies adjacent to the northeasterly boundary of the Property. Interstate 10 is the major automotive and freight truck transportation route through the area, and it operates continually 24 hours per day. All owners and residents aze advised that they will notice background noise, vibraGon and dust from the car and truck traPfic on Interstate 10 at all hours of the day. Noise produced by trafic fluctuates in relation to its volume, the number of trucks present, and the average speed of all vehicles. According to the Noise Element of the City's General Plan, residents may notice that traffc noise seems louder at night. The increase is due in part to the volume of truck traffic on the freeway at night, and in part due to a weather condition called a nighttime temperature inversion. The weather condition, when present, tends to increase the distance that sound appears to carry over open terrain. 2. Noise Impact of Adjacent Rxilroad. The Union Pacific Railroad also operates a rail line adjacent to the northeasterly boundary of the Property. This line is a major route for the shipment of &eight. According to one estimate, 40 or more trains per day may pass the Property. This number may increase or decrease without notice. Trains may pass the Properiy at any hour, and when they pass, residents will notice a marked increase in ambient noise both outdoors and indoors. All residents are further advised to stay away from the railroad and closely supervise children and pets when in the vicinity of the railroad. 3633-34975 W OTC1602109.1 � , „�,�� 3. Noise Study. The Property is the subject of a noise study, copies of which are on file with the City's Community Development Department. 4. Miscellaneous. The provisions of this Notice of Noise Impact shall run with all of the Property; shall be binding upon all persons having or acquiring any interest in the Property or any part thereof; shall inure to the benefit of and burden every portion of the Property and any interest therein; and shall inure to the benefit of, be binding upon, Declarant and each successor- in-interest of Declarant, and their respective successors and assigns. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the undersigned has caused this instrument to be executed this _ day of , 2005. TAYLOR WOODROW HOMES, TNC., a California corporation : Print Name: Title: Subdivider STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) ) ss. COUNTY OF ORANGE ) On , 200_, before me, the undersigned, a Notary Public in and for said State, personally appeared personally known to me or proved to me on the basis of satisfactory evidence to be the person(s) who executed the within instrument, and acknowledged to me that (he)(she)(they) executed the same in (hisxher)(their) authorized capacity(ies) and that by (hisxherxtheir) signature(s) on the instrument the person{s), or the entity upon behalf of which the person(s) acted, executed the instnunent. WITNESS my hand and official seal. 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