HomeMy WebLinkAboutOrd 1089 and Res 05-7 Case Nos C/Z 04-05 and PP 04-31REQUEST:
CITY OF PALM DESERT
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
STAFF REPORT
Approval of a change of zone from R-1 to Office Professional (O.P.)
and a precise plan of design to allow the construction of a 1,826
square foot general office building, located at 44-447 Portola
Avenue.
SUBMITTED BY: Tony Bagato, Assistant Planner
APPLICANT: Bob and Marilyn Ford Franco Laulainen, Architect
44-447 Portola Avenue 73-375 El Paseo, Suite U4
Palm Desert, CA 92260 Palm Desert, CA 92260
CASE NOS: C/Z 04-05 AND PP 04-31
DATE: January 13, 2005
CONTENTS: Recommendation
Executive Summary
Discussion
Draft Resolution
Draft Ordinance
Exhibit "A" Change of Zone
Legal notice
Planning Commission Staff Report
Planning Commission Resolution
Planning Commission Minutes
Comments from other agencies
Vicinity Map
Exhibits
Recommendation:
That the City Council adopt Ordinance No. n89 , approving C/Z 04-05 and adopt
Resolution No. 05-7 , approving PP 04-31, subject to conditions attached.
Executive Summary:
The property is located on the west side of Portola Avenue, approximately 140'
south of Catalina Way. The applicant is requesting approval of change of zone
from R-1 to Office Professional and a precise plan of design to construct a 1,826
square foot general office building with seven parking spaces (7). The Spanish
Mission design incorporates creme color stucco and red Spanish clay roof tiles. The
residentially scaled building is one-story, 15' high with an 18' tower element.
Staff Report
Ford, C/Z 04-05 and PP 04-31
Page 2
January 13, 2005
The proposed change of zone, site plan and building design provides a
residential scale general office building that meets the goals of the General Plan
and Zoning Ordinance Amendment for Portola Avenue. The Architectural Review
Commission and the Planning Commission have unanimously endorsed the
project.
Discussion:
I. BACKGROUND:
A. Property Description:
The property, located on the west side of Portola Avenue, approximately
140' south of Catalina Way (see vicinity map), totals 8,995 square feet.
There is an existing single-family home that would be demolished as part
of the project.
B. General Plan and Zoning:
The property is designated Office Professional / Medium Density 4-10
units per acre in the City's General Plan. It is zoned R-1 single-family.
During the General Plan update process, there was discussion about
requiring residentially scaled projects on Portola Avenue between Fred
Waring Drive and De Anza Way.
Recently, a change of zone from R-1 to O.P. and a precise plan for a two-
story office building was denied north of this property. The project was
denied because it was not residential in scale. On September 23, 2004,
the City Council approved Zoning Ordinance Amendment 04-01 (ZOA 04-
01) restricting office buildings in this area to one-story, 15' high and in no
event shall exceed 18'. The amendment provides residential scale
standards for office buildings on Portola Avenue.
C. Adjacent Zoning and Land Use:
North: R-1 / single-family home
South: R-1 / vacant (Redevelopment Agency)
East: P.R. 5 / condos
West: R-1 / single-family home
II. PROJECT DESCRIPTION:
The applicant is requesting approval of a change of zone and a precise plan of
design.
Staff Report
Ford, C/Z 04-05 and PP 04-31
Page 3
January 13, 2005
A. Change of Zone:
The project involves a change of zone from R-1 single-family to Office
Professional (O.P.) consistent with the General Plan.
B. Precise Plan
The precise plan of design is for a 1,826 square foot general office
building and seven (7) parking spaces. The project is designed for general
office use, no medical office use will be allowed. A shared driveway on
Portola Avenue will provide access to the project. Half (12') of the
driveway will be constructed on this property and the other half (12') on
the adjacent property (south).
Public Works is requiring the applicant to dedicate 14' of right of way on
Portola Avenue. The proposed front setback varies between 15' and 18'
from the new property line, 27' to 30' from future curb. The building is
setback 51'9" from the rear property line, 6'6" from the north side yard and
16'4" from the south side yard.
C. Architecture:
The building is one-story, 15' high with a tower element at 18'. The
building's Mission design incorporates creme color stucco, red Spanish
clay roof tiles, and a 30" tall block wall 10' from the front property line that
will be stoccoed to match the building. On November 23, 2004, the
Architectural Review Commission unanimously granted preliminary
approval of the project.
D. Project Data:
STANDARD
I OP ZONE
I PROJECT
Height (Portola Avenue)
15' / 18' max
15'
Front Setbacks
12' min / 15'
average
15' (from new
property line)
Rear Yard Setbacks
20'
51'9"
Side Yard Setbacks (R-
1 adjacent zone
standards)
14' combined, no
side less than 5'
6 6 / 16 4„
Parking
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Staff Report
Ford, C/Z 04-05 and PP 04-31
Page 4
January 13, 2005
E. Planning Commission:
The project was presented and endorsed by the Planning Commission on
December 21, 2004. The Commissioners stated that the project was
residential in scale and would enhance Portola Avenue. One adjacent
neighbor, Thomas Angle, spoke against the project because he does not
want an office building next to his property.
III. ANALYSIS:
The proposed change of zone, site plan and building design provides a
residential scale general office building that meets the goals of the General Plan
and Zoning Ordinance Amendment for Portola Avenue. The use and location is
compatible with the surrounding neighborhood. The proposed project complies
with all the development standards of the zone and has been unanimously
endorsed by the Architectural Review Commission.
IV. ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW:
The application is a Class 32 categorical exemption for purposes of CEQA and
no further documentation is necessary.
Submitted By:
Tony : aga o
Assistant Planner
Approval:
City Manag
for De L-!'•pp_'nt Services
Department Head:
Director of Community Development
RESOLUTION NO. 05-7
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM
DESERT, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING OF A PRECISE PLAN OF DESIGN
FOR A 1,826 SQUARE FOOT GENERAL OFFICE BUILDING LOCATED
AT 44-447 PORTOLA AVENUE.
CASE NO. PP 04-31:
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Palm Desert, California, did on the 13h
day of January, 2005, to consider the request by ROBERT AND MARILYN FORD for
approval of the above noted; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission by its Resolution No. 2317 has
recommended approval of PP 04-31, 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. 04-106, in that the Director of Community Development has determined
that the project is a Class 32 Categorical Exemption; and
WHEREAS, at said public hearing, upon hearing and considering all testimony
and arguments, if any, of all interested persons desiring to be heard, said City Council
find the following facts and reasons to exist to justify approving the said request:
1. The proposed site plan and building design is residential in scale, which
meets the goal and objectives of the General Plan and Zoning Ordinance
Amendment for Portola Avenue between Fred Waring Drive and De Anza
Way.
2. That the proposed use, as conditioned and designed, is compatible with
the surrounding neighborhood and will not be detrimental to the public
health, safety or general welfare.
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 the City Council does hereby approve Precise Plan 04-31, as
conditioned.
RESOLUTION NO. 05-7
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the Palm Desert
Planning Commission, held on this 13th day of January, 2005, by the following vote, to
wit:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
ATTEST:
RACHELLE KLASSEN, City Clerk
City of Palm Desert, California
BUFORD CRITES, Mayor
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RESOLUTION NO. 05-7
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
CASE NO. PP 04-31
Department of Community Development:
1. The development of the property shall conform substantially with exhibits on file
with the Department of Community Development, as modified by the following
conditions.
2. Construction of 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 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. Access to trash/service areas shall be placed so as not to conflict with parking
areas. Said placement shall be approved by applicable waste company and
Department of Community Development and shall include a recycling program.
6. 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.
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RESOLUTION NO. 05-7
7. A detailed parking lot and building lighting plan shall be submitted to staff for
approval, subject to applicable lighting standards, plan to be prepared by a
qualified lighting engineer.
8. The project shall be used for general office use only, no medical office use
allowed.
9. The applicant shall install a 6'0" tan slump block wall along the north property
line. Said wall shall tie into the existing adjacent slump block wall, removing the
chain link and wooden fence that is along the north side property line.
10. Prior to any work, including demolition of the existing home and construction of
the proposed office building, the applicant shall install the 6'0" high block wall
between 44-447 and 44-401 Portola Avenue as the first step of development.
Department of Public Works:
1. All landscape maintenance shall be preformed by the property owner.
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. Drainage fees in accordance with Section 26.49 of the Palm Desert Municipal
Code shall be pad prior to issuance of grading permit.
4. Signalization fees, in accordance with City of Palm Desert Resolution Nos 79-17
and 79-55, shall be paid prior to issuance of grading permit.
5. The project shall be subject to Transportation Uniform Mitigation Fees (TUMF).
Payment of said fees shall be at the time of building permit issuance.
6. A standard inspection fee shall be paid prior to issuance of grading permits.
7. One driveway shall be allowed to serve this property, 24' minimum, and 30'
maximum width with 25' radius returns.
8. Complete grading and improvement plans and specifications on electric files
shall be submitted to the Director of Public Works for checking and approval
prior to issuance of any permits.
9. Any and all offsite improvements shall be preceded by the approval plans and
the issuance of valid encroachment permits by the Director of Public Works.
10. Pad elevations are subject to review and modification in accordance with
Chapter 26 of the Palm Desert Municipal Code.
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RESOLUTION NO. 05-7
11. Project shall retain nuisance waters on -site.
12. Landscape installation shall be drought tolerant in nature.
13. Landscape plans shall be submitted for review concurrently with grading plans.
14. Full improvements, as required by Section 26 of the Palm Desert Municipal
Code, shall be installed in accordance with applicable City standards including
the following:
• Dedication of 14 feet of right of way, 44' from centerline of Portola
Avenue.
15. 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.
16. All public and private improvements shall be inspected by the Public Works
Department.
17. 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 information materials.
18. Reciprocal access easement required with the property to the south and an
irrevocable offer for reciprocal access shall be recorded with the property to the
north.
19. Cash payment in lieu of construction for widening of Portola Avenue in the
amount of $16,936.80 (1,693 square feet affected area @ $10 per square foot).
Riverside County Fire Department:
1. With respect to the conditions of approval regarding the above referenced plan
check, Fire Department recommends the following fire protection measures be
provided in accordance with City Municipal Codes, appropriate NFPA Standards,
CFC, 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.
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RESOLUTION NO. 05-7
A fire flow of 1500 gpm for a 1-hour duration at 20-psi residual operating
pressure must be available before any combustible materials are placed
on the job site.
2. Provide, or show there exists, a water system capable of providing a potential
gallon per minute flow of:
a) 3000 for commercial structure.
3. The required fire flow shall be available from a wet barrel Super Hydrant 4"x2-
1 /2"x2-1 /2"), located not less than 25' nor more than 150' from any portion of a
commercial building measured via vehicular travelway.
4 Water plans must be approved by the Fire Marshal and include verification that the
water system will produce the required fire flow.
5. Install portable fire extinguishers per NFPA, 10, but not less than 2A10BC
extinguisher per 3,000 square feet and not over 75' walking distance. A "K" type
fire extinguisher is required in all commercial kitchens.
6. Install a residential fire suppression system Hood/Duct automatic fire extinguishing
system in all public and private cooking operations.
7. All buildings shall have illuminated addresses of a size approved by the city.
8. Conditions subject to change with adoption of new codes, ordinances, laws, or
when building permits are not obtained within twelve months.
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ORDINANCE NO. 1089
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM
DESERT, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING A CHANGE OF ZONE FROM R-1
TO OFFICE PROFESSIONAL (O.P.) CONSISTENT WITH THE GENERAL
PLAN. THE PROPERTY IS LOCATED AT 44-447 PORTOLA AVENUE.
CASE NO. C/Z 04-05:
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Palm Desert, California, did on the 13th
day of January, 2005, to consider the request by ROBERT AND MARILYN FORD for
approval of the above noted; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission by its Resolution No. 2317 has
recommended approval of C/Z 04-05, 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. 04-106, in that the Director of Community Development has determined
that the project is a Class 32 Categorical Exemption; and
WHEREAS, at said public hearing, upon hearing and considering all testimony
and arguments, if any, of all interested persons desiring to be heard, said City Council
did find the following facts and reasons to exist to justify approving the said request:
1. That the proposed change of zone from R-1 to O.P. is consistent with the
goals and objectives of the General Plan approved by City Council
Resolution Number 04-20 on March 15, 2004.
2. That the proposed change of zone is consistent with the surrounding
neighborhood and will not be detrimental to the public health, safety or
general welfare.
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 the City Council does hereby approve Change of Zone 04-05 (Exhibit
„A„
ORDINANCE NO. 1089
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the Palm Desert
City Council, held on this 13th day of January, 2005, by the following vote, to wit:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
ATTEST:
RACHELLE KLASSEN, City Clerk
City of Palm Desert, California
BUFORD CRITES, Mayor
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LEGAL NOTICE
CASE NOS. C2 04-05 AND PP 04-31
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a public hearing will be held before the Palm Desrt
City Council to consider a request by ROBERT & MARILYN FORD for approval of a
change of zone from R-1 to Office Professional (O.P.) and a precise plan of design to
allow the construction of 1,826 square foot general office building. Said building is
single -story, 15' high with a tower element 18'. The property is located at 44-447
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Desert, Califomia, at which time and place all interested persons are invited to attend End
be heard. Written comments concerning 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. Monday through 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 healing
described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the Planrjing
Commission (or city council) at, or prior to, the public hearing.
PUBLISH: Desert Sun RACHELLE KLASSEN, CITY CLERK
January 3, 2004 Palm Desert City Council
January 5, 2005
City of Palm Desert
Palm Desert City Council
73-510 Fred Waring Drive
Palm Desert, CA 92260
Re: Case Nos. C/Z 04-05 & PP 04-31
Dear City Council Members:
Regarding the above cases, request of Bob & Marilyn Ford for a zone change from R-1 to O.P. and
construction of an office building at 44-447 Portola Avenue.
No, no, no, no. This zone change in the area has been addressed many, many times and it was the
unanimous opinion of City Council to leave the zoning R-1, most recently on the NW corner of
Portola and Catalina. This area is RESIDENTIAL Period and by making a zoning change
between two single family residences is totally unreasonable.
I know that the Planning Commission has recommended approval of the zone change, which is a
huge surprise to me, but PLEASE help us maintain the feeling of FAMILY by keeping the zoning
R-1. I know you would not approve of such a change in your neighborhood.
I sincerely appreciate you taking your time to consider our request.
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DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
STAFF REPORT
TO: Planning Commission
DATE: December 21, 2004
CASE NOS: C/Z 04-05 AND PP 04-31
REQUEST: Approval of a change of zone from R-1 to Office Professional (O.P.)
and a precise plan of design to allow the construction of a 1,826
square foot general office building, located at 44-447 Portola Avenue.
APPLICANT: Bob and Marilyn Ford Franco Laulainen, Architect
44-447 Portola Avenue 73-375 El Paseo, Suite U4
Palm Desert, CA 92260 Palm Desert, CA 92260
I. BACKGROUND:
A. Property Description:
The property, located on the west side of Portola Avenue, approximately 140'
south of Catalina Way (see vicinity map), totals 8,995 square feet. There is an
existing single-family home that would be demolished as part of the project.
B. General Plan and Zoning:
The property is designated Office Professional / Medium Density 4-10 units
per acre in the City's General Plan. It is zoned R-1 single-family. During the
General Plan update process, there was discussion about requiring
residentially scaled projects on Portola Avenue between Fred Waring Drive
and De Anza Way.
Recently, a change of zone from R-1 to O.P. and a precise plan for a two-
story office building was denied north of this property. The project was denied
because it was not residential in scale. On September 23, 2004, the City
Council approved Zoning Ordinance Amendment 04-01 (ZOA 04-01)
restricting office buildings in this area to one-story, 15' high and in no event
shall exceed 18'. The amendment provides residential scale standards for
office buildings on Portola Avenue.
C. Adjacent Zoning And Land Use:
North: R-1 / single-family home
South: R-1 / vacant (Redevelopment Agency)
East: P.R. 5 / condos
West: R-1 / single-family home
STAFF REPORT
C/Z 04-05 AND PP 04-31
DECEMBER 21, 2004
II. PROJECT DESCRIPTION:
The applicant is requesting approval of a change of zone and a precise plan of
design.
A. Change of Zone:
The project involves a change of zone from R-1 single-family to Office
Professional (O.P.) consistent with the General Plan.
B. Precise Plan:
The precise plan of design is for a 1,826 square foot general office building
and seven (7) parking spaces. The project is designed for general office use,
no medical office use will be allowed. A shared driveway on Portola Avenue
will provide access to the project. Half (12') of the driveway will be
constructed on this property and the other half (12') on the adjacent property
(south).
s is requiring the applicant to dedicate 14' of right of way on
Portola Avenue. The proposed front setback varies between 15' and 18' from
the new property line, 27' to 30' from future curb. The building is setback
51'9" from the rear property line, 6'6" from the north side yard and 16'4" from
the south side yard.
C. Architecture:
The building is one-story, 15' high with a tower element at 18'. The building's
Mission design incorporates creme color stucco, red Spanish clay roof tiles,
and a 30" tall block wall 10' from the front property line that will be stoccoed to
match the building. On November 23, 2004, the Architectural Review
Commission unanimously granted preliminary approval of the project.
D. Project Data:
STANDARD
I OP ZONE
PROJECT
Height (Portola Avenue)
15' / 18' max
15'
Front Setbacks
12' min / 15' average
15' (from new property
line)
Rear Yard Setbacks
20'
51'9"
Side Yard Setbacks (R-1
adjacent zone standards)
14' combined, no
side less than 5'
6'6" / 16'4"
Parking
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STAFF REPORT
C/Z 04-05 AND PP 04-31
DECEMBER 21, 2004
III. ANALYSIS:
The proposed change of zone, site plan and building design provides a residential
scale general office building that meets the goals of the General Plan and Zoning
Ordinance Amendment for Portola Avenue. The use and location is compatible with
the surrounding neighborhood. The proposed project complies with all the
development standards of the zone and has been unanimously endorsed by the
Architectural Review Commission.
IV. ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW:
The application is a Class 32 categorical exemption for purposes of CEQA and no
further documentation is necessary.
VI. RECOMMENDATION:
That the Planning Commission adopt Planning Commission Resolution No.
recommending to City Council approval of Change of Zone 04-05 and Precise Plan
04-31, subject to conditions attached.
VII. ATTACHMENTS:
A. Draft Resolution
B. Legal notice
C. Comments from other departments
D. ARC Notice of Action
E. ZOA 04-01 Ordinance for residential scale office buildings on Portola Avenue
F. Exhibits
Prepared by:
Tony
Assistant Planner
Reviewed and Approved by:
Homer Croy
Director of Community Development ACM of CommuniDevelopment
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PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO.
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
PALM DESERT, CALIFORNIA, RECOMMENDING TO CITY COUNCIL
APPROVAL OF A CHANGE OF ZONE FROM R-1 SINGLE-FAMILY TO
OFFICE PROFESSIONAL (O.P.) AND A PRECISE PLAN OF DESIGN
FOR A 1,826 SQUARE FOOT GENERAL OFFICE BUILDING LOCATED
AT 44-447 PORTOLA AVENUE.
CASE NOS. C/Z 04-05 AND PP 04-31:
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission of the City of Palm Desert, California, did
on the 21st day of December 2004 to consider the request by ROBERT AND MARILYN
FORD for approval of the above noted; and
WHEREAS, said application has complied with the requirements of the "City of
Palm Desert Procedure for Implementation of the California Environmental Quality Act",
Resolution No. 04-106, in that the Director of Community Development has determined
that the project is a Class 32 Categorical Exemption; and
WHEREAS, at said public hearing, upon hearing and considering all testimony
and arguments, if any, of all interested persons desiring to be heard, said Planning
Commission did find the following facts and reasons to exist to justify recommending to
City Council approval of said request:
1. That the proposed change of zone from R-1 to O.P. is consistent with the
goals and objectives of the General Plan approved by City Council
Resolution Number 04-20 on March 15, 2004.
2. The proposed site plan and building design is residential in scale, which
meets the goal and objectives of the General Plan and Zoning Ordinance
Amendment for Portola Avenue between Fred Waring Drive and De Anza
Way.
3. That the proposed use, as conditioned and designed, is compatible with
the surrounding neighborhood and will not be detrimental to the public
health, safety or general welfare.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Planning Commission of the City
of Palm Desert, California, as follows:
1. That the above recitations are true and correct and constitute the findings of
the Commission in this case.
2. That the Planning Commission does hereby recommend to the City Council
approval of Change -of Zone 04-05 (Exhibit "A") and Precise Plan 04-31.
PLANNING COMMISSIG.a RESOLUTION NO.
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the Palm Desert
Planning Commission, held on this 21st day of December, 2004, by the following vote,
to wit:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
ATTEST:
PHILIP DRELL, Secretary
Palm Desert Planning Commission
SABBY JONATHAN, Chairperson
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PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO.
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
CASE NOS. C/Z 04-05 AND PP 04-31
Department of Community Development:
1. The development of the property shall conform substantially with exhibits on file
with the Department of Community Development, as modified by the following
conditions.
2. Construction of 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 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. Access to trash/service areas shall be placed so as not to conflict with parking
areas. Said placement shall be approved by applicable waste company and
Department of Community Development and shall include a recycling program.
6. 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.
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7. A detailed parking lot and building lighting plan shall be submitted to staff for
approval, subject to applicable lighting standards, plan to be prepared by a
qualified lighting engineer.
8. The project shall be used for general office use only, no medical office use
allowed.
9. The applicant shall install a 6'0" tan slump block wall along the north property
line. Said wall shall tie into the existing adjacent slump block wall, removing the
chain link and wooden fence that is along the north side property line.
10. Prior to construction of the office building, the applicant shall install the 6'0" high
block wall along the north property line.
Department of Public Works:
1. All landscape maintenance shall be preformed by the property owner.
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. Drainage fees in accordance with Section 26.49 of the Palm Desert Municipal
Code shall be pad prior to issuance of grading permit.
4. Signalization fees, in accordance with City of Palm Desert Resolution Nos 79-17
and 79-55, shall be paid prior to issuance of grading permit.
5. The project shall be subject to Transportation Uniform Mitigation Fees (TUMF).
Payment of said fees shall be at the time of building permit issuance.
6. A standard inspection fee shall be paid prior to issuance of grading permits.
7. One driveway shall be allowed to serve this property, 24' minimum, and 30'
maximum width with 25' radius returns.
8. Complete grading and improvement plans and specifications on electric files
shall be submitted to the Director of Public Works for checking and approval
prior to issuance of any permits.
9. Any and all offsite improvements shall be preceded by the approval plans and
the issuance of valid encroachment permits by the Director of Public Works.
10. Pad elevations are subject to review and modification in accordance with
Chapter 26 of the Palm Desert Municipal Code.
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11. Project shall retain nuisance waters on -site.
12. Landscape installation shall be drought tolerant in nature.
13. Landscape plans shall be submitted for review concurrently with grading plans.
14. Full improvements, as required by Section 26 of the Palm Desert Municipal
Code, shall be installed in accordance with applicable City standards including
the following:
• Dedication of 14 feet of right of way, 44' from centerline of Portola
Avenue.
15. 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.
16. All public and private improvements shall be inspected by the Public Works
Department.
17. 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 information materials.
18. Reciprocal access easement required with the property to the south and an
irrevocable offer for reciprocal access shall be recorded with the property to the
nort
19. Cash payment in lieu of construction for widening of Portola Avenue in the
amount of $16,936.80 (1,693 square feet affected area @ $10 per square foot).
Riverside County Fire Department:
With respect to the conditions of approval regarding the above referenced plan
check, Fire Department recommends the following fire protection measures be
provided in accordance with City Municipal Codes, appropriate NFPA Standards,
CFC, 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.
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A fire flow of 1500 gpm for a 1-hour duration at 20-psi residual operating
pressure must be available before any combustible materials are placed
on the job site.
2. Provide, or show there exists, a water system capable of providing a potential
gallon per minute flow of:
a) 3000 for commercial structure.
3. The required fire flow shall be available from a wet barrel Super Hydrant 4"x2-
1/2"x2-1/2"), located not Tess than 25' nor more than 150' from any portion of a
commercial building measured via vehicular travelway.
4 Water plans must be approved by the Fire Marshal and include verification that the
water system will produce the required fire flow.
5. Install portable fire extinguishers per NFPA, 10, but not less than 2A10BC
extinguisher per 3,000 square feet and not over 75' walking distance. A "K" type
fire extinguisher is required in all commercial kitchens.
6. Install a residential fire suppression system Hood/Duct automatic fire extinguishing
system in all public and private cooking operations.
7. All buildings shall have illuminated addresses of a size approved by the city.
8. Conditions subject to change with adoption of new codes, ordinances, laws, or
when building permits are not obtained within twelve months.
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CITY OF PALM DESERT
LEGAL NOTICE
CASE NOS. C/Z 04-05 AND PP 04-31
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a public hearing will be held before the Palm Desert
Planning Commission to consider a request by ROBERT & MARILYN FORD for
approval of a change of zone from R-1 to Office Professional (O.P.) and a precise plan
of design to allow the construction of 1,826 square foot general office building. Said
building is single -story, 15' high with a tower element 18'. The property is located at 44-
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SAID public hearing will be held on Tuesday, December 21, 2004 at 6:00 p.m. in the
Council Chamber at the Palm Desert Civic Center, 73-510 Fred Waring Drive, Palm
Desert, California, 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 conceming 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. Monday through 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 Planning
Commission (or city council) at, or prior to, the public hearing.
PUBLISH: Desert Sun PHIL DRELL, Secretary
December 11, 2004 Palm Desert Planning Commission
CITY OF PALM DESERT
INTEROFFICE MEMORANDUM
TO: Department of Community Development/Planning
Attention: Tony Bagato
FROM: Mark Greenwood, City Engineer
SUBJECT: PP 4-31 Ford Office Building on Portola
DATE: November 15, 2004
The following should be considered conditions of approval for the above -named project.
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
1. All landscape maintenance shall be performed by the property owner.
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.
BONDS AND FEES
3. Drainage fees in accordance with Section 26.49 of the Palm Desert Municipal Code shall
be paid prior to issuance of grading permit.
4. Signalization fees, in accordance with City of Palm Desert Resolution Nos. 79-17 and
79-55, shall be paid prior to issuance of grading permit.
5. The project shall be subject to Transportation Uniform Mitigation Fees (TUMF).
Payment of said fees shall be at the time of building permit issuance.
6. A standard inspection fee shall be paid prior to issuance of grading permits.
7. Cash payment in lieu of construction for widening of Portola Avenue in the amount of
$16,936.80 (1,693.8 sq. ft. affected area @ $10 sq. ft.).
DESIGN REQUIREMENTS
8. One driveway shall be allowed to serve this property, 24' minimum, 30' maximum width
with 25' radius returns.
9. Complete gradin, .id improvement plans and specificat, s on electronic files shall be
submitted to the Director of Public Works for checking and approval prior to issuance of
any permits.
10. Any and all offsite improvements shall be preceded by the approval of plans ancthe
issuance of valid encroachment permits by the Department of Public Works.
11. Pad elevations are subject to review and modification in accordance with Chapter 26 of
the Palm Desert Municipal Code.
12. Project shall retain nuisance waters on -site.
13. Landscape installation shall be drought tolerant in nature.
14. Landscape plans shall be submitted for review concurrently with grading plans.
15. Full public improvements, as required by Section 26 of the Palm Desert Municipal Code,
shall be installed in accordance with applicable City standards including the following;
Dedication of 14 feet of right of way, 44' from centerline on Portola Ave.
CONSTRUCTION REQUIREMENTS
16. 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.
17. All public and private improvements shall be inspected by the Public Works Department.
18. Prior to the start of construction, the applicant shall submit satisfactory evidenceto 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.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
19. Reciprocal access easement required with property to the south and an irrevocable offer
for reciprocal access shall be recorded with the property to the north.
20. A hammerhead backup area shall be provided at the north end of the parking
area .for they last parking space at least 5' in depth.
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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 iob site.
Provide or show there exists a water system capable of providing a
gpm flow of:
3. 1500 gpm for single family dwellings
2500 gpm for multifamily dwellings
3000 gpm for commercial buildings
The required fire flow shall be available from a wet barrel Super
Hydrant (s) 4"x 2 V2" x 2'A", located not less than 25' nor more than:
6. 200' from any portion of a single family dwelling measured via
vehicular travelway
7. 165' from any portion of a multifamily dwelling measured via
vehicular travelway
150' from any portion of a commercial building measured via
vehicular travelway
(6✓ Water Plans must be approved by the Fire Marshal and include
verification that the water system will produce the required fire flow.
10. Please be advised the proposed project may not be feasible since the
existing water mains will not meet the required fire flow.
DATE: f/My
11. 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 approved 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.
12. All valves controlling the water supply for automatic sprinkler
systems and Water -flow switches shall be monitored and alarmed per
CBC Chapter 9.
13. Install a fire alarm system as required by the UBC Chanter 3.
Install portable fire extinguishers per NFPA 10, but not less than one
2A1OBC extinguisher per 3000 square feet and not over 75' walking
distance. A "K" type fire extinguisher is required in all commercial
kitchens.
Install a Hood/Duct automatic fire extinguishing system per NFPA-9d
in all public and private cooking operations except single-family
residential usage.
16. Install a dust collecting system per CFC Chapter 76 if conducting an
operation that produces airborne particles.
17. 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.
1 . 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".
19. 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 1300' be
accepted.
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20. 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.
21. 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.
All buildings shall have illuminated addresses of a size approved by
the city.
. All fire sprinkler systems, fixed fire suppression systems and alarm
plans must be submitted separately to the Fire Marshal for approval
rior to construction.
Conditions subject to change with adoption of new codes, ordinances,
laws, or when building permits are not obtained within twelve
months.
All elevators shall be minimum gurney size.
All questions regarding the meaning of these conditions should be referred to
the Fire Marshal's Office at (760) 346-1870 in Palm Desert.
Location: 73710 Fred Waring Drive #222, Palm Desert CA 92260
Other:
Sincerely,
David A. Avila
Fire Marshal
CITY OF PALM DESERT
ART IN PUBLIC PLACES
INTEROFFICE MEMORANDUM
To: Tony Bagato, Assistant Planner
From: Deborah. Schwartz, Public Art Coordinator
Date: 11/03/04
Subject: Robert and Marilyn Ford Applicants (Case N. PP 04-31)
The Art In Public Places Department recommends that the public art fee for the
Robert and Marilyn Ford office project located on Portola Avenue (APN 627-
135-007) stay in the Public Art Fund. We estimate that the total fee is $730,
which will not allow for a significant project unless the developer would like to add
additional funds to the fee amount.
Nov-10-04 12:24pm From -WATER DI CT/COACHELLA VALLEY
+7603993711 T-497 P.02/03 F-317
DIRECTORS:
ESTABLISHED IN 1918 AS A PUBLIC AGENCY
COACHELLA VALLEY WATER DISTRICT
POST OFFICE BOX 1058 • COACHELLA, CALIFORNIA 92236 • TELEPHONE (780) 398-2651 • FAX (760) 398-3711
JOHN W. MCI=ADDEN, PRESIDENT
PETER NELSON, VICE PRESIDENT
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RU55ELL KITAHARA
PATRICIA A. LARSON
November 8, 2004
Department of Community Development
City of Palm Desert
73-510 Fred Waring Drive
Palm Dc8crt, California 92260
Gentlemen:
Subject: Plot Plan No. 04-31 and C/Z No. 04-05
OFFICERS:
STEVEN B. ROBBINS,
GENERAL MANAGER -CHIEF ENGINEER
JULIA PERNANDEZ. SECRETARY
DAN PARKS, ASST. TO GENERAL MANAGER
REDWINE AND SHERRILL, ATTORNEYS
File: 0163.1
0421.1
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This area is protected from regional stormwater flows by the'OVhitewater River Stormwater
Channel and may be considered safe from regional stormwater flows except in rare instances.
This area is designated Zone Bon Federal Flood Insurance rate maps which are in effect at
this time by the Federal Emergency Management Agency.
Since the stormwater issues of this development are local drainage, the District does not need
to review drainage design further.
The District will furnish domestic water and sanitation service to this area in accordance with
the current regulations of this District. These regulations provide for the payment of certain
fees and charges by the subdivider and said fees and charges are subject to change.
This area shall be annexed to Improvement District Nos. 53 and 80 of the District for
sanitation service.
Plans for grading, landscaping and irrigation systems shall be submitted to the District for
review. This review is for ensuring efficient water management.
TRUE CONSERVATION
USE WATER WISELY
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If you have any questions, please contact Kesi Sekhon, Stormwater Engineer,
extension 2290.
Yours very truly,
Patti SchW'artz
Assistant Director of Engineering
cc: Weed Farshad
Riverside County Department of Transportation
82-675 Highway 111, CAC Building, Second Floor, Room 209
Indio, California 92201
Jeff Johnson
Riverside County Department of Public Health
82-675 Highway 111, CAC Building, Second Floor, Room 209
Indio, California 92201
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PALM DESERT POLICE DEPARTMENT
Served by the
Riverside County Sheriff's Department
Bob Doyle, Sheriff -Coroner
73520 Fred Waring Drive
Palm Desert, CA 92260
(760) 836-1600 Fax (760) 836-1616
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November 2, 2004
City of Palm Desert
Planning Department
73510 Fred Waring Dr.
Palm Desert, CA 92260
ATTN: Tony Bagato, Assistant Planner
RE: PP 04-31 and C/Z 04-05
Dear Mr. Bagato,
Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the proposed construction of the 1826 square foot office
building located on Portola Avenue (APN 627-135-007). The following issues of concern related to
public safety and law enforcement are presented:
1. Current Planned Design:
A. Exterior Building Security: The exterior doors should be of steel construction and secured
with a heavy-duty type deadbolt lock to provide protection against forced entry.
B. Exterior Lighting Plan: All exterior lighting fixtures should be mounted to a height that
would reduce any tampering or damage. Each side of the building should have some type of
lighting system that would illuminate the area and help prevent vandalism and prowlers.
C. Alarm System: A security alarm system should be installed with sensors covering all exterior
doors/windows, along with motion sensors strategically placed in the interior. The subscriber
(Ford) should provide the servicing alarm vendor with a contact person, and/or responder in
the event of alarm activation. The responder is normally a manager or assistant manager with
keys to all areas of the building that could meet with deputies in the event the alarm activates
when the business is closed. I also recommend a Knox Box be mounted near the front doors
with a key to the building. In the event the business is closed and alarm activation occurs
without a responder available; deputies could enter the building and search for intruders.
D. Business Numbering or Monument: The property address should be prominently displayed
and visible from Portola Ave. The numbers affixed to the building or monument
should be of contrasting color from the building facade and illuminated at night. This will
__assist in emergency responses by the fire department or the Palm Desert Police Department.
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Should the Planning Department Manager, developer, or construction staff have any questions regarding
the above law enforcement and public safety concerns, they may contact Deputy Robert Bishop at (760)
836-1671, between the hours of 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday.
tfully Sunitted
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ID # 2759
Palm Desert Police Department
INTEROFFICE MEMORADUM
City of Palm Desert
RECEIVED
NOV 1 6 2004
TO: TONY BAGATO, ASSISTANT PLANNER COMMUNITYCIDEVELOPMENT
TYOF PALM DESERTARTMENT
FROM: FRANKIE RIDDLE, SENIOR MANAGEMENT ANALYST
SUBJECT: PP 04-31 and C/Z 04-05 ROBERT & MARILYN FORD —1,826
Square Foot Office Building)
DATE: NOVEMBER 16, 2004
The precise plan has been reviewed to determine the need for a bus shelter/stop
at the project location and inclusion of required trash/recycling enclosure for each
project.
Bus Shelter: After reviewing the precise plans it has determined that this project
is not located on an existing or proposed future bus route, therefore, the project
will not be conditioned for a bus shelter/stop.
Trash Enclosures: The plan does not appear to adequately address trash
enclosure(s) needs. The plan must provide for a trash/recycling enclosure that is
consistent with the Palm Desert Municipal Code. The construction of trash
enclosures shall be consistent with PDMC, Chapter 8.12. Waste Management of
the Desert must review and approve the plans prior to final approval by the City,
as it is their vehicles that will be servicing the complex and who determine trash
capacity for the complex. They should also comment on the location and
circulation needs of disposal (waste) trucks. Applicant may contact Jennifer at
Waste Management of the Desert at (760) 340-6445 regarding this issue.
FRANRIE-RID R LE
SENIOR MANAGEMENT ANALYST
Nov 23 04 02:32p FO' PROPERTIES
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WASTE M*N*GEMGNT
WILL SERVE LETTER
November 18, 2004
Ford Properties
Attn Bob Ford
446T2 Monterey Avenue
Palm Desert CA 92260
WASTE MANAGEMENT OP THE DESERT
Jennifer Schmitt-Salciccioli
Desert Construction Rep
Construction Phone: (760) 324-6918
Construction Fax: (760) 340-2732
Mobile Phone: (760) 275-4448
E-mail: ischmittewrn.com
41575 Eclectic Street
Palm Desert CA 92260
RE: Ford Properties building 44447 Portola Ave, Palm Desert Ca
Dear Mr. Ford:
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Thank you for contacting Waste Management of the Desert about your Ford Properties
project. I am sure it will be another wonderful development to Palm Desert.
Aker reviewing the plans with you, Waste Management has concluded that we will service
the "project" during and after the construction. As you know Waste Management of the
Desert is the franchised hauler for the City and currently savices the surrounding area. We
will provide commercial service, as needed, during construction and automated service once
the building is occupied with a reminder that the occupant is responsible for putting the trash
totes at the service curb by Gam trash day.
If you have any questions or need any additional information, please contact me at the phone
number above. Congulations on your development!
Sincerely,
4/1
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Construction Representative
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To -PALM DESERT PUBLIC W Page 002
CITY Of Pulp DESERT
73-510 FRED WARING DRIVE
PALM DESERT, CALIFORNIA 92260-2578
TEL: 760 346-061 1
FAX: 760 340-0574
infot. palm-deserr.org
PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING
NOTICE OF ACTION
Date: December 27, 2004
Bob and Marilyn Ford
44-447 Portola Avenue
Palm Desert, California 92260
Re: CASE NOS. C/Z 04-05 AND PP 04-31
Franco Laulainen, Architect
73-375 El Paseo, Suite U4
Palm Desert, California 92260
The Planning Commission of the City of Palm Desert has considered your request and taken
the following action at its regular meeting of December 21, 2004:
PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDED TO CITY COUNCIL APPROVAL OF
CASE NOS. C/Z 04-05 AND PP 04-31 BY ADOPTION OF PLANNING
COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 2317, SUBJECT TO CONDITIONS AS
AMENDED. MOTION CARRIED 5-0.
Any appeal of the above action may be made in writing to the City Clerk, City of Palm
Desert, within fifteen (15) days of the date of the decision.
Philip Drell, Sectary
Palm Desert Planning Commission
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cc: Coachella Valley Water District
Public Works Department
Building & Safety Department
Fire iviarshai
PAINTED ON P[:!(LF0 PAANA
PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 2317
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
PALM DESERT, CALIFORNIA, RECOMMENDING TO CITY COUNCIL
APPROVAL OF A CHANGE OF ZONE FROM R-1 SINGLE-FAMILY TO
OFFICE PROFESSIONAL (O.P.) AND A PRECISE PLAN OF DESIGN
FOR A 1,826 SQUARE FOOT GENERAL OFFICE BUILDING
LOCATED AT 44-447 PORTOLA AVENUE.
CASE NOS. C/Z 04-05 AND PP 04-31
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission of the City of Palm Desert, California, did
on the 21s` day of December, 2004, to consider the request by ROBERT AND MARILYN
FORD for approval of the above noted; and
WHEREAS, said application has complied with the requirements of the "City of
Palm Desert Procedure for Implementation of the California Environmental Quality Act",
Resolution No. 04-106, in that the Director of Community Development has determined
that the project is a Class 32 Categorical Exemption; and
WHEREAS, at said public hearing, upon hearing and considering all testimony
and arguments, if any, of all interested persons desiring to be heard, said Planning
Commission did find the following facts and reasons to exist to justify recommending to
City Council approval of said request:
1. That the proposed change of zone from R-1 to O.P. is consistent with the
goals and objectives of the General Plan approved by City Council
Resolution Number 04-20 on March 15, 2004.
2. The proposed site plan and building design is residential in scale, which
meets the goal and objectives of the General Plan and Zoning Ordinance
Amendment for Portola Avenue between Fred Waring Drive and De Anza
Way.
3. That the proposed use, as conditioned and designed, is compatible with
the surrounding neighborhood and will not be detrimental to the public
health, safety or general welfare.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Planning Commission of the City
of Palm Desert, California, as follows:
1. That the above recitations are true and correct and constitute the findings of
the Commission in this case.
2. That the Planning Commission does hereby recommend to the -City Council
approval of Change of Zone 04-05 (Exhibit "A") and Precise Plan 04-31.
PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 2317
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the Palm Desert
Planning Commission, held on this 21' day of December, 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
SABBY JN, Chairperson
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CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
CASE NOS. C/Z 04-05 AND PP 04-31
Department of Community Development:
1. The development of the property shall conform substantially with exhibits on file
with the Department of Community Development, as modified by the following
conditions.
2. Construction of 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 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. Access to trash/service areas shall be placed so as not toconflict with parking
areas. Said placement shall be approved by applicable waste company and
Department of Community Development and shall include a recycling program.
6. 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
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replacement of materials. All to be consistent with the Property Maintenance
Ordinance (Ordinance No. 801) and the approved landscape plan.
7. A detailed parking lot and building lighting plan shall be submitted to staff for
approval, subject to applicable lighting standards, plan to be prepared by a
qualified lighting engineer.
8. The project shall be used for general office use only, no medical office use
allowed.
9. The applicant shall install a 6'0" tan slump block wall along the north property
line. Said wall shall tie into the existing adjacent slump block wall, removing the
chain link and wooden fence that is along the north side property line.
10. Prior to any work, including demolition of the existing home and construction of
the proposed office building, the applicant shall install the 6'0" high block wall
between 44-447 and 44-401 Portola Avenue as the first step of development.
Department of Public Works:
1. All landscape maintenance shall be preformed by the property owner.
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. Drainage fees in accordance with Section 26.49 of the Palm Desert Municipal
Code shall be pad prior to issuance of grading permit.
4. Signalization fees, in accordance with City of Palm Desert Resolution Nos. 79-17
and 79-55, shall be paid prior to issuance of grading permit.
5. The project shall be subject to Transportation Uniform Mitigation Fees (TUMF).
Payment of said fees shall be at the time of building permit issuance.
6. A standard inspection fee shall be paid prior to issuance of grading permits.
7. One driveway shall be allowed to serve this property, 24' minimum, and 30'
maximum width with 25' radius returns.
8. Complete grading and improvement plans and specifications on electric files
shall be submitted to the Director of Public Works for checking and approval prior
to issuance of any permits.
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9. Any and all offsite improvements shall be preceded by the approval plans and
the issuance of valid encroachment permits by the Director of Public Works.
10. Pad elevations are subject to review and modification in accordance with
Chapter 26 of the Palm Desert Municipal Code.
11. Project shall retain nuisance waters on -site.
12. Landscape installation shall be drought tolerant in nature.
13. Landscape plans shall be submitted for review concurrently with grading plans.
14. Full improvements, as required by Section 26 of the Palm Desert Municipal
Code, shall be installed in accordance with applicable City standards including
the following:
• Dedication of 14 feet of right of way, 44' from centerline of Portola
Avenue.
15. 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.
16. All public and private improvements shall be inspected by the Public Works
Department.
17. 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 information materials.
18. Reciprocal access easement required with the property to the south and an
irrevocable offer for reciprocal access shall be recorded with the property to the
north.
19. Cash payment in lieu of construction for widening of Portola Avenue in the
amount of $16,936.80 (1,693 square feet affected area @ $10 per square foot).
Riverside County Fire Department:
1. With respect to the conditions of approval regarding the above referenced plan
check, Fire Department recommends the following fire protection measures be
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provided in accordance with City Municipal Codes, appropriate NFPA Standards,
CFC, 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.
A fire flow of 1500 gpm for a 1-hour duration at 20-psi residual operating
pressure must be available before any combustible materials are placed
on the job site.
2. Provide, or show there exists, a water system capable of providing a potential
gallon per minute flow of:
a) 3000 for commercial structure.
3. The required fire flow shall be available from a wet barrel Super Hydrant 4"x2-
1/2"x2-1/2"), located not Tess than 25' nor more than 150' from any portion of a
commercial building measured via vehicular travelway.
4 Water plans must be approved by the Fire Marshal and include verification that the
water system will produce the required fire flow.
5. Install portable fire extinguishers per NFPA, 10, but not Tess than 2A10BC
extinguisher per 3,000 square feet and not over 75' walking distance. A "K" type
fire extinguisher is required in all commercial kitchens.
6. Install a residential fire suppression system Hood/Duct automatic fire extinguishing
system in all public and private cooking operations.
7. All buildings shall have illuminated addresses of a size approved by the city.
8. Conditions subject to change with adoption of new codes, ordinances, laws, or
when building permits are not obtained within twelve months.
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DECEMBER 21, 2004
SUBJECT TI
REVISION
Mr. Urbina outlined the salient points of the staff report and recommended
approval of the draft resolution, subject to the conditions of approval.
Chairperson Jonathan asked for and received confirmation that all antennae
would be kept within the trunk.
Chairperson Jonathan opened the public hearing and asked the applicant to
address the Commission.
MS. BARBARA SAITO, representing Nextel Communications, 310
Commerce in Irvine, California, addressed the Commission. She
thanked Mr. Urbina and Mr. Drell for helping her bring this project
before the Commission. She stated that she read the conditions of
approval, thought they were well done, and they were acceptable.
She asked if there were any questions about the project.
There were no questions and Chairperson Jonathan asked if anyone wished
to speak in FAVOR or OPPOSITION to the proposed project. There was no
one and the public hearing was closed. Chairperson Jonathan asked for
Commission comments.
Action:
It was moved by Commissioner Finerty, seconded by Commissioner
Campbell, approving the findings as presented by staff. Motion carried 5-0.
It was moved by Commissioner Finerty, seconded by Commissioner
Campbell, adopting Planning Commission Resolution No. 2316, approving
Case No. CUP 04-19, subject to conditions. Motion carried 5-0.
B. Case Nos. C/Z 04-05 AND PP 04-31 - BOB AND MARILYN FORD,
Applicants
Request for a recommendation to City Council of approval of
a change of zone from R-1 to Office Professional (0.P.) and a
precise plan of design to allow the construction of a 1,826
square foot general office building located at 44-447 Portola
Avenue.
Mr. Bagato reviewed the main points of the staff report, indicating that Mr.
Ford and his wife would be the only two employees working out of this
location. He emphasized that the setbacks would be 15 feet to 18 feet from
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DECEMBER 21, 2004
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the possible future property line in the front, which was 27 feet to 30 feet
from the possible future curb. The building was setback 51 feet 9 inches
from the rear, 6.5 feet from the north property line, and 16 feet from the
south side.
Mr. Bagato believed that the project and proposed change of zone provided
a residentially -scaled office building that met the goals of the General Plan
for Portola Avenue in this area. The use and location would be compatible
with the surrounding neighborhood.
He said he spoke to a couple of neighbors during the week and a letter was
received from Paul and Barbara Bowie, which was distributed to
Commission. Mr. Bowie requested a condition that a block wall be
constructed prior to any work on the property, including demolition. Both
staff and the applicant agreed that was reasonable and Community
Development Condition No. 10 was so modified. Mr. Bowie's second
concern related to lighting. The current site plan showed approximately six
30-inch tall bollards on the back of the building. There was no other lighting
shown. A condition of approval required detailed lighting plans be submitted
for review and approval. He noted that the current ordinance was very strict
on limiting any Tight pollution on adjacent properties and felt that should
satisfy that concern.
Mr. Bagato said that the other neighbor he spoke with was Mr. Thomas
Angle, who was opposed to any commercial use being adjacent to his
property.
Mr. Bagato recommended approval and asked for any questions.
There were no questions for staff and Chairperson Jonathan opened the
public hearing and asked the applicant to address the Commission.
MR. BOB FORD, 48-770 Shady View Drive in Palm Desert, addressed
the Commission. He thanked Mr. Bagato for all his work and
appreciated the cooperation he received. He said they were very
happy with the progress they had made. They had worked hard to
make it a favorable project for everyone involved and were looking
forward to moving forward.
Chairperson Jonathan asked if Mr. Ford read the conditions of approval,
understood them, and had no issues with them.
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Mr. Ford said he read them and had no issues.
SUBJECT Tt.
REVISION
Chairperson Jonathan noted that he had a Request to Speak Card from Mr.
Thomas Angle and invited him to address the Commission.
MR. THOMAS GEORGE ANGLE, 44-454 San Jose Street, addressed
the Commission. Referring to the map on display, he stated that he
owns the half acre behind that property. That property line was 12
feet from his back bedroom, the master bedroom, where he lives. It
was his feeling that if they allowed this change of zone, and that was
going to be a parking lot behind the building, with who knows what
going to be in there --motorcycles, trucks, and whatever, and they
would probably be running between 6:00 a.m. until 10:00 p.m.,
common for a building of this type.
He stated that the Commission might be exposed legally to a change
of value to his property. It could go up to $200,000. He wanted
them to consider that. He asked if they had any questions. (There
were no questions.) He said they were invited to come over to his
property before voting on this to take a look at the back and see how
it related to the property line.
Chairperson Jonathan thanked him for his comments and asked if anyone
else wished to speak in FAVOR or OPPOSITION to the proposal. There was
no one and the public hearing was closed. Chairperson Jonathan asked for
Commission comments.
Commissioner Lopez commended Mr. Ford and the architect on the design
of the building. He thought it was excellent and looked very much like a
residence. He thought they did a great job. The setbacks from behind this
location were significant enough to overcome any type of problems and in
fact would probably be a better situation than having a home that backed
right up to the property line. He said the project design took into
consideration the widening of Portola and he was in favor of the project.
Commissioner Tschopp concurred. He thought it was a very nice design for
Portola Avenue and would provide a nice transition from a busy street to the
residential use behind it. He thought the current commercial ordinances
would protect and serve the other neighbors in keeping the noise down. He
was also in favor.
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Commissioner Campbell concurred. She thought it would be a good buffer
for the residential. It worked very well on Monterey with the office
professional there and the residences in the back. She was in favor.
Commissioner Finerty concurred.
Chairperson Jonathan also concurred and noted that the structure was 51
feet from the six-foot high block wall and that was in addition to the yard
space. So there was tremendous distance between the two structures. He
thought this design was exemplary and probably epitomized what they had
in mind when they said residential character. Also, the resulting use would
be a quiet office use and would probably be less intrusive in many
neighborhoods than an active household. So in his opinion this was the kind
of transition that he had in mind in going from a very busy arterial roadway
such as Portola to the adjacent residential neighborhood. He thought this
was just perfect and asked for a motion of approval.
Action:
It was moved by Commissioner Lopez, seconded by Commissioner
Campbell, approving the findings as presented by staff. Motion carried 5-0.
It was moved by Commissioner Lopez, seconded by Commissioner
Campbell, adopting Planning Commission Resolution No. 2317,
recommending to City Council approval of Case Nos. C/Z 04-05 and PP 04-
31, subject to conditions as amended. Motion carried 5-0.
C. Case No. TT 33018 - LAURI KIBBY/PELE DEVELOPMENT, APPLICANT
Request for approval of a tentative tract map to subdivide
3.88 acres into 14 single-family lots (7,735 square foot
minimum size) located on the northwest corner of Portola
Avenue and Frank Sinatra Drive.
Mr. Urbina outlined the salient points of the staff report. He noted that the
General Plan at major intersections required new developments to provide
expanded landscape treatments. For this project, the applicant was
proposing expanded landscaping at the corner of Portola Avenue and Frank
Sinatra Drive. The block wall would be approximately 43 feet from the curb
face; however, the City Council recently approved a tentative tract map at
the northeast corner of Gerald Ford Drive and Gateway Drive. In that case
the Council wanted a minimum distance of 50 feet from the corner to the
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RESOLUTION NO.2317
Date: December 21. 2004
CITY Of d•LM DESERT
73-510 FRED WARING DRIVE
PALM DESERT, CALIFORNIA 92260-2578
TEL: 760 346-061 I
FAX: 760 340-0574
info @palm-deserr.org
November 23, 2004
Mr. Robert Ford
Ford Properties
44-672 Monterey Avenue
Palm Desert, CA 92260
Re: Shared Driveway at 44-491 Portola Avenue and 44-447 Portola Avenue
Dear Mr. Ford:
Thank you for your letter dated 2 November 2004. The City of Palm Desert has
reviewed your request for a shared driveway at the subject properties and has agreed to
conditionally approve that request. The conditions upon which your request is approved
are as follows:
1. The Owner (Ford Properties) must first receive all required approvals for the
project at 44-447 Portola Avenue from the various agencies and bodies having
jurisdiction.
2. Owner must agree to pay for all driveway improvements including those on City
property.
3. Owner must maintain all driveway improvements at owner's sole expense until
such time as the City's property is developed.
4. Owner must grant a reciprocal easement to the City for use of the portion of the
shared driveway on the owner's parcel.
5. Owner must pay for all engineering, legal descriptions, and fees associated with
the recordation of easements.
Mr. Robert Ford
Ford Properties
November 23, 2004
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In the event that your project is fully entitled and approved by all appropriate bodies,
please notify me so that an executable easement can be prepared for recordation.
Sincerely,
Lauri Aylaian
Redevelopment Manager
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Phil Drell, Director of Community Development/Planning
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TEL: 760 346-06lf
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ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMISSION ACTION
CASE NO.: PP 04-31 & C/Z 04-05
APPLICANT (AND ADDRESS): ROBERT & MARILYN FORD, P.O. Box 3449, Palm
Desert, CA 92261
NATURE OF PROJECT/APPROVAL SOUGHT: Preliminary approval of a new 1,826
square foot office building.
LOCATION: 44-447 Portola Avenue
ZONE: R-1
Upon reviewing the plans and presentations submitted by staff and by the
applicant, the Architectural Review Commission by minute motion granted
approval, subject to approval by the Landscape Manager.
Date of Action: November 23, 2004
Vote: Motion carried 7-0.
(An appeal of the above action may be made in writing to the City Clerk of the
City of Palm Desert within fifteen (15) days of the date of the decision. Any
amendments to this approved plan would need to be re -submitted to Commission
for approval.)
STAFF COMMENTS: It is your responsibility to submit the plans approved by the
Architectural Review Commission to the Department of Building and Safety.
CONTINUED CASES: In order to be placed on the next meeting's agenda, new or
revised plans must be submitted not later than 9:00 a.m. the Monday eight days
prior to the next meeting.
S ?AIM OH AF(Y(IEA PAPA
ORDINANCE Na 1078
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
PALM DESERT, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING AN
AMENDMENT TO THE OFFICE PROFESSIONAL (O.P.)
DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS, CHAPTER 25.25 OF THE
ZONING ORDINANCE, RESTRICTING BUILDING HEIGHT
AND REQUIRING RESIDENTIAL SCALE ARCHITECTURAL
DESIGN FOR OFFICE BUILDINGS WHICH MAY BE
DEVELOPED IN AN O.P. ZONE ON LOTS FRONTING ON
PORTOLA AVENUE BETWEEN FRED WARING DRIVE AND
DE ANZA WAY.
CASE NO. ZOA 04-01
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Palm Desert, California, did on the 23rd
day of September, 2004, hold a duly noticed public hearing to consider an amendment to
the Palm Desert Municipal Code, Chapter 25.25; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission by its Resolution No. 2291 has
recommended approval of the proposed amendment; and
WHEREAS, said application has complied with the requirements of the "City of Palm
Desert Procedure for Implementation of the Califomia Environmental Quality Act,
Resolution No. 02-60," in that the Director of Community Development has determined that
the project is categorically exempt from the provisions of the Califomia Environmental
Quality Act (CEQA) per Section 15305 (Class 5, Minor Alterations in Land Use Limitations)
of CEQA Guidelines; 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 its approval as described below:
1. That the Zoning Ordinance Amendment is consistent with the objectives of
the Zoning Ordinance.
2. That the Zoning Ordinance Amendment is consistent with the adopted
General Plan and affected specific plans.
3. That the Zoning Ordinance amendment would better serve the public health,
safety and general welfare then the current regulations.
ORDINANCE NO. 1078
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED 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 ZOA 04-01 as delineated in the attached Exhibit "A" is hereby ordained.
PASSED, APPROVED and ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the Palm Desert City
Council, held on this 14th day of October , 2004, by the following vote, to wit:
AYES: CRITES, FERGUSON, KELLY, SPIEGEL
NOES. NONE
ABSENT: BENsoN
ABSTAIN: NONE
ATTEST:
RA - ELLE D. KLASSEN, CI Clerk
City of Palm Desert, California
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ROBERT A. SPIEGEL, May
ORDINANCE NO. 1078
EXHIBIT A
That Section 25.25.019 be added to read:
25.25.019 Building limitations for O.P. zoned Tots fronting on Portola Avenue
between Fred Waring Drive and De Anza Way
Buildings in the O.P. zone located on Tots fronting on Portola Avenue
between Fred Waring Drive and De Anza Way shall be limited to one story with a
maximum basic height of 15 feet and in no event shall the height exceed 18 feet in
height. Approval of a building height over 15 feet shall be discretionary based on
architectural merit. Project to be subject to O.P. setback standards. Overall
architectural design shall be consistent with the residential character of the
surrounding area.
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