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Home My WebLink AboutSUPPTL INFO - WLC Architects - 05/08/08 . � � � � " MINUTES PALM DESERT PLANNING COMMISSION APRIL 1. 2008 � B. Case Nos. GPA 07-02, C/Z 07-01, PP OT-09 and CUP 07-10 -WLC ARCHITECTS, INC., Applicant Request for recommendation to City Council for approval of a Mitigated Negative Declaration of Environmental Impact, Generai Pian Amendment, Change of Zone. Precise Plan and a Conditional Use Permit to allow construction of a new 42,512 square foot two-story Administrative Facility for Coachella Valley Water District. Subject property is located at 75-515 Hovley Lane East (APN's 632-030-003 and 632-030-015). Mr. Swartr reviewed the staff report, noting one correction to the chart on the bottom of page four from 155 to 255 parking spaces. He stated that all findings for approval could be made, a Negative Declaration was prepared, the project would comply with development standards as approved, adequate parking was being provided,there would be minimal impact on the surrounding area, and the building height was accommodated by large setbacks. Staff recommended that the Planning Commission adopt findings and the resolution recommending to City Council approval of Case Nos. GPA 07-02, C/Z 07-01, PP 07-09 and CUP 07-10, subject to conditions. Commissioner Limont asked if the Architectural Review Commission requested that the tower element be extended because they felt it would be an enhancement. Mr. Swartz said that was correct. When the application first came in, the roof was flat and they felt it would give the building a new element by actually coming up to a point. Commissioner Limont asked if there would be anything inside the tower. Mr. Swartz indicated that an elevator would be in one of the towers. Commissioner Limont thanked him. Commissioner Schmidt asked about the reason for the change of zone. Mr. Swartz explained that the current CVWD (Coachefla Valley Water District) building is zoned P (Public Institution). The proposed construction would also be a public building and a change of zone would incorporate the whole area and make it compatible with the existing building's current zoning. Commissioner Schmidt asked if there was a building height restrictivn for public buildings. Mr. Swartz said no, development standards are as approved. Comrnissioner Tanner asked what CVW D was going to do with the existing building. Mr. Swartz thought it would still be in ope�ation, but deferred the question to the applicant. 4 (� / . � l " MINUTES PALM DESERT PLANNING COMMISSION APRIL 1. 2008 Cornmissioner Schmidt asked what other residential dwellings were in the area besides the country club. Mr. Swartz commented that they are all two- stories: going east, Primrose and Sandcastle at 22-24 feet in height. Commissioner Schmidt asked approximately how close they would be to this building. Mr. Swartz stated that the building would be set back 100 feet from Hovley and 384 from Beacon Hill and the street width was about 100 feet, so about 200 feet to where the buildings would be located. Then Mountain View Villas as it continues down. Commissioner Schmidt asked if it was elevated at that point up toward the north. Mr. Swartz concurred. Commissioner Campbell indicated that this building would be three feet below street level. If the tower is 42 and the elevation was down three, it would be like 39 feet in height. Mr. Swartz said that was correct. Chairperson Tschopp noted that there is a stop light at Beacon Hill and one in front of the existing Coachella Valley Water District building. He asked if staff planned on any other lefts out of the project. Mr. Swartz explained there would be no lefts out off of Hovley. There would only be right-ins and right- outs. There was a left-in coming from the west with a median break at Tava Lane West. Chairperson Tschopp pointed out that was a real racetrack along there a�d police try and slow traffic down. He also knew that Tava Lane can be very busy with traffic trying to get out, and there was kind of a blind comer with the curve. His comment was that he was happy there weren't any left- outs there, but hoped, and would confirm with the applicant, that the front gate would primarily be for visitors and not employees. He thought that would make it a busy intersection. Commissioner Schmidt asked if the north elevation was the main entrance. Mr. Swartz said that was correct. Commissioner Schmidt noted that would be facing the residents. Mr. Swartz said yes. There were no other questions for staff. Chairperson Tschopp o e�ned the public hearing and asked the applicant to address the Commission. MR. MARK JOHNSON, the Director of Engineering for the Coachella Valley Water District, stated that their district office address is Avenue 52 in Coachella, Califomia. He explained that they have existing facilities in Coachella and Palm Desert. Both facilities were over popuiated right now. They have employees working in trailers in Coachella and Palm Desert, so they really had a need for additional space. They were planning to relocate their administrative staff, engineering, finance, human resources, risk management and communications from their Coachella facility to the new facility. The new facility would also have a board room. They usually have two 5 � � � - " MINUTES PALM DESERT PLANNING COMMISSION APRIL 1. 2008 meetings a month, one would be at the new facility and one at the Coachella facility.They planned to keep their existing facitities in Palm Desert and Coachella in service. The existing facility in Palm Desert is an operations center and would continue to be an operations center. In addition to what staff presented, Mr. Johnson mentioned that the facility would be landscaped using desert landscaping. The parking area woufd have covered parking with solar panels on top of the covered parking. Mr. Johnson stated that they met with the neighbors across the street and presented the facility at one of their homeowner's association meetings and received no negative comments from the residents. He hoped Planning Commission would rule favorably on their project. Their architect and other staff were also present to help answer any questions. Chairperson Tschopp asked about the left-tum in from Hovley Lane East into the main entrance. He asked if Mr. Johnson envisioned employees using that or if it was primarily for visitors. Mr. Johnson said it was primarily for visitors. The parking in front of the facility would be for visitors. They have parking in the back for employees. There were twa entrances on Beacon Hill that would be used by employees. There were no other questions. Chairperson Tschopp asked for any testimony in FAVOR or OPPOSITION to the matter. There was none and the public hearing was closed. Chairperson Tschopp asked for Commission comments. Commissioner Tanner said he reviewed the renderings and knew what CVWD was capable of doing, and was certain they would bring a very nice building to that particular corner. He said there had been some concern about what would happen on that corner and he was in favor of saying yes to this project going forward. Commissioner Campbell concurred. She didn't have a problem with the - height since no one would be up there looking at the neighbors. The parking for the empfoyees would be on Beacon Hilf and they shouldn't have any problem with the traffic on Hovley Lane East. She made a motion for approval. 6 � �. �' MINUTES PALM DESERT PLANNING COMMISSION APRIL 1. 2008 , Action: It was moved by Commissioner Campbell, seconded by Commissioner Tanner, adopting the findings as presented by staff. Chairperson Tschopp concurred with the other Commissioners and thought the setback would override the height from Mountain View Villas. There really wasn't anything looking out that way and wasn't btocking any view there. He also liked the way the traffic had been engineered and didn't think there would be a problem. He called for the vote. Motion carried 5-0. It was moved by Commissioner Campbell, seconded by Commissioner Tanner, adopting Planning Commission Resolution No. 2471 recommending to City Council approval of Case Nos. GPA 07-02, C/Z 07-01, PP 07-09 and CUP 07-10, subject to conditions. Motion carried 5-0. C. Case No. PP 07-14 - BILL LANG, Applicant Request for recommendation to the City Council for the approval of a Precise Plan amendment for an extensive remodel and minor addition to an existing 76,195 square foot retail center on a 5.15-acre site bounded by Highway 111, Larkspur Lane and EI Paseo. The remodel includes three architectural elements 40 feet in height. The project would include the following addresses: 73-547 to 73-613 Highway 111, 45-051 Larkspur Lane, and 73-540 to 73-580 EI Paseo. Facade remodeling would include the following existing buildings: Jensen's Market and adjacent shops facing Highway 111, Three Dog Bakery facing Larkspur Lane, and various shop tenants in three buildings that face EI Paseo located directly behind (south ofl the Jensen's shopping center. Ms. Schrader distributed ful{-sized renderings and a materia{ samples board. She reviewed the request, noting that the remodel would include three architectural elements 42 feet in height, not 40. She recommended that the Planning Commission approve the facade remodel as proposed. She also noted that it had been brought to her attention that the applicant would like to begin construction in the summer or as soon as they can. Because of the bus lane, there might be an opportunity for them to start construction while they were still waiting for the bus lane to be approved. Staff would work that out with them. She mentioned that because it of it being part of the conditions of approval and asked for any questions. Commissioner Limont said it was her understanding with regard to the 42- foot elevation that Architectural Review Commission (ARC) had renderings 7 ` r, �: CI � Y OF Phl �l DESERI 73—S�O FRED WARING DRIVE ' ��'� ,,,. PALM DESERT, CAttfoRNtA gZ26o-z578 � TEL: 760 346—o6�i � Fnx: 760 340-0574 i info�palm-desert.org PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING NOTICE OF ACTION Date: April 7, 2008 WLC Architects, lnc. 104?0 Foothill Boulevard Rancho Cucamonga, California 91730 Re: GPA 07-02, C/Z 07-01 , PP 07-09 and CUP 07-10 75-515 Hovley Lane East The Planning Commission of the City of Palm Desert has considered your request and taken the following action at its regular meeting of April 1 , 2008: PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDED TO CITY COUNCIL APPROVAL OF CASE NOS. GPA 07-02, C/Z 07-01, PP 07-09 AND CUp 07-10 BY ADOPTION OF PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 2471, SUBJECT TO CONDITIONS. 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 i 151 days of the date of the decision. This item is tentatively scheduled for the City Council meeting of May 8, 2008. Lauri Aylaian, Secretary Palm Desert Planning Commission /tm cc: Coachella Valley Water District Public Works Department Building & Safety Department Fire Marshal �,�rnnm a nnato rw . { � PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 2471 A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF PALM DESERT, CALIFORNIA, RECOMMENDING TO CITY COUNCIL APPROVAL OF A MITIGATED NEGATfVE DECLARATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT, GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT, CHANGE OF ZONE, PRECISE PLAN AND A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT TO ALLOW CONSTRUCTION OF A NEW 42,512 SQUARE FOOT TWO- STORY ADMINISTRATtYE FACILITY FOR COACHELLA VALLEY WATER DISTRICT. SUBJECT PROPERTY IS LOCATED AT 75-515 HOVLEY LANE EAST. (APN: 632-030-003 AND 632-030-015) CASE NO3: GPA 07-02. CR 07-01. PP 07-09, CUP 07-10 WHEREAS, the Planning Commission of the City of Palm Desert. Califomia, did on the 1 gt day of April 2008, hold a duly noticed public hearing to consider the request by WLC Architects, Inc, for approval of the above noted; and WHEREAS, said application has complied with the requirements of the "City of Palm Desert Procedure for Implementation of the Califomia Environmental Quality Act", Resolution No. 06-78, the Director of Community Development has determined that the project has required an Environmental Assessment resulting in a Mitigated Negative Declaration, and the Planning Commission recommends approval of the Mitigated Negative Declaration in substantially the foRn as shown in Exhibit °C"; and WHEREP►S, at said pubiic 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 the recommendation to the City Counci{ of said request: Precise P�an/Conditional Use Permit: 1. The proposed location of the project is in accordance with the objectives of the Zoning Ordinance and the purpose of the district in which the site is located. The proposed projecf is located in a Sl, Service Industrial zone but the applicant is requesting a change of zone fo P, Public lnstitution. Per Chapfe� 25.38 of the City of Palm Deserts Zoning Ordinance section 25.38.020 sfates no use shall be permitted without a conditional use permit. The proposed use is consistent with the uses outlined in section 25.38.030 Conditional uses. The Public lnstitution zone does nof have any development standards excepf what is approved by City Council. Additionally, conditions have been added to fhe project to ensure that all the minimum requiremenfs of the Palm Desert Municipal Code are met, including Public Works, Building and the Fire department conditions. ('� <" PLANNING COMMISSIL�� RESOLUTION NO. 2471 � 2. The proposed location of the project and the conditions under which it will be operated and maintained will not be detrimental to the public health, safety or general welfare, or be materially injurious to properties or improvements in the vicinity. The proposed project as conditioned wi11 comply with curnenf Building and Safety Codes, Fire Department and Reviewed by the Cify's Engineering Departmeni for compliance with City Orolinance. The use of the administrafive facility is permitted within the P, Pub/ic Institution zone subject to a general plan amendment and a change of zone, with a Conditional Use Permit (for the land use), is consistent with fhe intent of the City's Zoning Orriinance as described in fhe staff report. The site has been described fo meet as it r+elates to setbacks, lot coverage, building height, land use, and pa►1�ing such that it wil! not be detrimental to the public inferest, health, safety, welfare and will not be materially injurious to properties or improvements in the vicinity as described in more defail in the Staff report. A condition of approval has been placed on the project which will require fhe project proponent to consfruct all necessary on and off-site infrastructure fo provide utilities to fhe proposed project prior to fhe issuance of Building Permits. Water, sanitaiion and public utilities and services are available in Hovley Lane Easf, a public st►ieet. An environmental assessment leading to a mitigated negafive declaration has been prepared that concludes that there will be no adverse environmenta!effects. 3. The proposed project will comply with each of the applicable provisions of this title. The proposed use is consistent with the infent of the Zoning Ordinance since the applicant is requesting a change of zone and fhe standards meets and/or exceeds the minimum development standards of the P, Public lnstitution zone. Additionally, conditions have been added fo fhe project to ensure that all the minimum requirements of the Palm Desert Municipa/ Code ar� met, including building, landscaping, public works, and the fire department conditions. 4. The proposed project complies with the goals, objectives, and policies of the city's adopted General Plan. The General Plan land use designation for the site is "Industrial/Business Park (1-B.P.)': The applicant is requesting a Genera/ Plan Amendment to P.F., Public✓Quasi-Public. A primary objective sfafed in the Land Use Element of the General Plan under Public Services and Facilifies Goa/s, Policies and Programs is Policy 1, which sfafes the City shall pro-actively cooperate and coordinate wifh all providers of utility and public facilities and safety services in fhe community to assure adequaie and quality levels of service. Program 1.A of fhe Genera/ Plan Land Use Element is fhe Cify shall regularly coordinate and, as appropriate, cooperate with the various 2 � PLANNINQ COMMISS{ON RESOLUTION NO. 2471 � pubik and prlvate pioviders responsib/e for utititfes, poike, fire, hea/th and other protecctron and care sen�ices in the community. Pol�cy 2 of the Gene►�l Plan Land Use Element fs the City shaq encourage the timely developmern of publk services and facititfes in a manner, which assures adequate levels oi service. whi/e r�rrr�ining compatibie with exlsting and futur�/and uses. This projed maintains a /and use that is consisteni with the goa/s, polkies, and progrems of the Genera/ Plan. The pro%ec,t is consistent with the Generai Pian because the projec;t proposes a pubik facility use, which is compatibJie with the exisUng uses withln the surrounding area, and offers an exceHent servjc�e to the oommunity. NOW, THEREF4RE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Planning Commission of the City of Palm Desert, Calffomia. as follows: 1. That the above recc�ttatlons are true and oort�ed and oonstitute the findings of the Commission in this case. 2, That the Planning Commission does hereby recornmend to City Council approval of Case Nos. GPA 07-02, CR 07-01, PP 07-09, CUP 07-10 subjed to oonditbns. PASSED� AP'PROVED AND ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the Palm Desert Pianning Commission, held on this 1'� day of April, 2008, by the fol{owing vote, to wit: AYE3: CAMPBELL, LIMONT, SCHMIDT, TANNER,TSCHOPP NOES: NONE ABSENT: NONE ABSTAIN: NONE . � DAVID E. 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C/Z OT-O'I �'�NN/NG COMMtSS/ON RESOLUTiON NO. �471 CHANGE OF ZONE `��.�� EXH I BIT B oate: ___A�,�,_�_ �� _ ?�� _. _ _ PLANNINQ COMMISSIb�� RESOLUTION NO. 2471 � � EXHIBIT "C" Pursuant to Title 14, Division 6, Articfe 6 (commencing with section 15070) of the California Code of Regulations. MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION CASE NOS: GPA 07-02, CIZ 07-01 , PP 07-09 and CUP 07-10 APPLICANT/PROJECT SPONS�R: City of Palm Desert 73-510 Fred Waring Drive Palm Desert, CA 92260 PROJECT DESCRIPTION/LOCATION: Mitigated Negative Declaration of Environmental Impact� General Plan Amendment, Change of Zone, Precise Plan and a Conditlonal Use Permit to allow construction of a new 42,512 square foot two-story Administrative Facility for Coachella Valley Water District. Subject property is located at 75-515 Hovley Lane East. (APN: 632-030-003 and 632-030-015) 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. ril 1 2008 LAURI AYLAIAN DIRECTOR OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT 6 (� � � PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 2471 � CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL CASE NOS. GPA OT-02� C2 07-01 f PP 07-09 � CUP 07-10 Department of Communitv Develoament: 1. The development of the property shall conform substantially with exhibits on file with the Department of Community Development/Planning, as modified by the following conditions. 2. Construction of a portion of said project shall commence within one year from the date of final approval unless an extension of time is granted; otherwise said approval shall become null, void and of no effect whatsoever. 3. The development of the property described herein shall be subject to the restrictions and limitations set forth herein which are in addition to all municipal ordinances and state and federal 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 andJor clearance from the following agencies: Coachelta Valley Water District Pafm Desert Architectural Commission City Fire Marshal Public Works Department Evidence of said permit or clearance from the above agencies shall be presented to the departrnent 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 prog�am. 6. All sidewalk pfans shall be reviewed and approved by the department of public works. 7. The project shaN be subject to all applicable fees at time of issuance of building permits including, but not limited to, Art in Public Places, Fringe-Toed Lizard, TUMF, School Mitigation and Housing Mitigation fees. 8. 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. 9. All Landscaping and lighting for the facility shalf be strictly on site and will not intrude onto surrounding properties. 7 ( PLANNING COMMISS�.�I RESOLUTION NO. 2471 - 10. The project is subject to the Art in Pubiic Places program per Palm Desert Municipal Code Chapter 4.10. 11. The owner shall be responsible for installation and maintenance of landscaping of the property, as indicated on the approved landscape plan. 12. All conditions of approval shall be recorded before any building permits are issued. Evidence of recordation shall be submitted to the Department of Community Development/Planning. 13. Applicant must obtain approval for a Parcel Map Waiver and have it recorded with the County of Riverside before obtaining any and all permits. The new property lines must meet all development standards placed on the project. Denartment of Public Works: GENERAL REQUIREMENTS 1. A!I landscape maintenance shall be performed by the property owner who shall maintain the landscaping per the City approved landscape document package for the life of the project, consistent with the Property Maintenance Ordinance (Ord. 801) and the approved landscaped plan. 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. 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. 4. The project shall be subject to Transportation Uniform Mitigation Fees (TUMF). Payment of said fees shall be at the time of building permit issuance. 5. A standard inspection fee shall be paid prior to issuance of grading permits. 6. Drainage fees, in accordance with Section 26.49 of the Palm Desert Municipal Code shall be paid to issuance of grading permit. DESIGN REQUIREMENTS 7. Storm drain 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. 8 � l� ' PLANNING C�MMISSIUN RESOLUT{ON NO. 2471 � 8. Complete grading and improvement plans and specifications shali be submitted to the Director of Public Works for checking and approva{ prior to issuance of any permits. 9. Any and ail offsite improvements shait be preceded by the approval of pians and the issuance of valid encroachment permits by the Department of Public Works. 10. Pad elevations are subject to review and modification in accordance with Chapter 2fi of the Palm Desert Municipal Code. 11. Landscape installation shall be drought tolerant in nature and in accordance with the City's Water E�cient l.andscape Ordinance (24.04). 12. Landscape plans shall be submitted for review concurrently with grading pfans and shall show all utility and vault locations. CONSTRUCTION REQUIREMENT 13. Full public improvements, as required by Section 26 of the Palm Desert Municipal Code, shall be installed in accordance with applicable City standards includi�g: - 6 foot curbside sidewalk on Beacon Hill and 6 foot meandering sidewafk, 4 foot back of curb, on Hovley Lane East. - Rights-of-way necessary for the installation of the above referenced improvernents shall be dedicated to the city prior to the issuance of any permits associated with this project. 14. All public and private improvements shall be inspected by the Department of Public Works and a standard inspection fee shall be paid prior to issuance of grading permits. No occupancy permit shall be granted until public improvements have been completed. 15. Applicant shall comply with provisions of Palm Dese�t Municipal Code Section 24.12, Fugitive Dust Control as wel{ as Section 24.20, Storm water Management and Discharge Contrvl. 16. 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 informationaf materials. SPECIAL CONDITIONS 17. Parcel map waiver shall be required to alter lot line that extends through proposed structure. 9 (� , PLANNING COMMISSi��I RESOLUTION NO. 2471 Riverside Countv Fire Deaartment: 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, NFPA, UFC and UBC, or any recognized fire protection standards. The Fire Department is required to set a minimum fire flow for the remodel or construction of all buildings per UFC article 87. 2. A fire flow of 1500 gpm for a 1 hour duration at 20 psi residual pressure must be available before any combustible material is placed on the job site. 3. Provide or show there exists a water system capable of providing a gpm fire flow of 3000 gpm for commercial buildings. 4. The required fire flow shall be available from a wet barrel Super Hydrant(s) 4"x2- 1/2"x2-1/2", located not less than 25' nor more than 150' feet from any portion of a commercial building measured via vehicular travelway. 5. Water plans must be approved by the Fire Marshal and include verification that the water system will produce the required fire flow. 6. Install 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. 7. All valves controlling the water supply for a�tomatic sprinkler systems and water- flow switches shall be monitored and alarmed per UBC Chapter 9. 8. Install a fire alarm system as required by the UBC Chapter 3. 9. Install portable fire extinguishers per NFPA 10, but not less than one 2A106C extinguisher per 3004 square feet and not over 75' walking distance. A "K" type fire extinguisher is required in all commercial kitchens. 10. All buildings 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. 10 �".., �_. r PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 2471 11. Whenever access into private property is controiled 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 vehic{e access. Minimum gate width shall be 16" with a minimum vertical clearance of 13'6". 12. All buiidings shall have illuminated addresses of a size approved by the city. 13. All fire sprinkler systems, fixed fire suppression systems and alarm plans must be submitted separately to the Fire Marshal for approval prior to construction. 14. Conditions subject to change with adoption of new codes, ordinances, laws or when building permits are not obtained within 12 months. 15. All elevators shall be minimum gumey size. 16. Fire Department radius shal{ be 31' inside 52' outside. Department of Buildin� a�d Safetv 1. Project must conform to the current State of Califomia Codes adopted at the time of plan check submittal. The following are the codes enforced at this time: 2007 CALIFORNIA BUILDING CODE {Based on 2006 IBC) 2007 CALIFORNIA MECHANICAL CODE (Based on 2006 UMC) 2007 CALIFORNIA PLUMBING CODE (Based an 2006 UPC) 2007 CALIFORNIA ELECTRICAL CtJDE (Based on 2005 NEC) 2007 CALIFORNIA ENERGY CODE (Based on the 2005 Energy Stds) 2007 CALIFORNIA BUILDING STANDARDS ADMINISTRATIVE CODE 2007 CALIFORNIA FIRE CODE 2. An approved automatic fire sprinkler system shall be installed required for this structure. 3. Compliance with Ordinance 1124, Local Energy E�ciency Standards. The requirements are more restrictive than the 2005 California Energy Standards. Please obtai� a copy of the Ordinance for further information. 4. A disabled access ove�iay of the precise grading plan is required to be submitted to the Dept of Building and Safety for pfan review of the site accessibility requirements as per 2007 CBC Chapter 11 B and Chapter 10. 5. All exits must provide an accessible path of travel to the public way. {CBC 1024.6 & 11278.1) 6. Detectable warnings shall be provided where required per CBC 11338.8 and 11278.5 {7). The designer is also required to meet all ADA requirements. Where 11 � ( �- PLANNING COMMISSI�nI RESOLUTION NO. 2471 � " an ADA requirement is more restrictive than the State of Califomia, the ADA requirement shall supersede the State requirement. 7. Provide an accessible path of travel to the trash enclosure. The trash enclosure is required to be accessible. Please obtain a detail from the Dept of Building and Safety. 8. All contractors and subcontractors shall have a current City of Palm Desert Business License prior to permit issuance per Palm desert Municipal Code, Title 5. 9. All contractors and/or owner-builders must submit a valid Certficate of Worker's Compensation Insurance coverage prior to the issuance of a building permit per Califomia Labor Code, Section 3700. 10. Address numerats shall comply with Palm Desert Ordinance No. 1006 (Palm Desert Municipal Code 15.04.110 through 15.04.160). Compliance with Ordinance 1006 regarding street address location, dimension, stroke of line, distance from street, height from grade, height from street, etc. shall be shown on all architectural building elevations in detail. Any possible obstructions, shadows, lighting, landscaping, backgrounds or other reasons that may render the building address unreadable shaii be addressed during the plan review process. You may request a copy of Ordinance 1006 from the Department of Building and Safety counter staff. 11. Please contact Debbie Le Blanc, Land Management Specialist, at the Department of Building and Safety (760-776-6420) regarding the addressing of all buildings and/or suites. // 12 � f � CITY OF PALM DESERT DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT PLANNING COMMISION STAFF REPORT REQUEST: Recommendation to City Council for approval of a Mitigated Negative Declaration of Environmental Impact, General Plan Amendment, Change of Zone, Precise Plan and a Conditional Use Permit to allow construction of a new 42,512 square foot two-story Administrative Facility for Coachella Valley Water District. Subject property is located at 75-515 Hovley Lane East. (APN: 632-030-003 and 632-030-015) SUBMITTED BY: Kevin Swartz Assistant Planner APPLICANT: WLC Architects, Inc. 10470 Foothill Blvd. Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730 CASE NOS: GPA 07-02, C2 07-01, PP 07-09 and CUP 07-10 DATE: Apri11, 2008 I. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY: Approval of staff's recommendation will recommend to City Council approval of a General Plan Amendment, Change of Zone, Precise Plan and Conditional Use Permit for a new Coachella Valley Water District (CVWD} two-story Administrative Facility building totaling 42,512 square feet. II. BACKGROUND: A. Property Description: The project is located at 75-515 Hovley Lane East, east of Cook Street and west of Eldorado Drive. The property totaling approximately 5.83 acres is a relatively flat triangular shape lot and is surrounded by industrial and residential zoned properties. Access is from Hovley Lane East and Beacon Hill. B. Zoning and General Plan Designation: The property is currently zoned (S.I.) - Service fndustrial and is designated (I- B.P.) — Industrial, Business Park in the General Plan. ( ` � Staff Report G PA 07-02, C/Z 07-01, P P 07-09 & C U P 07-10 April 1, 2008 Page 2 of 8 C. Adjacent Zoning and Land Use: North: P.R. - 5-Planned Residential South: S.I. - Service industrial East: P- Public Institution West: S.I. - Service industrial I11. PROJECT DESCRIPTION: Coachella Valley Water District (CVWD) has a current Administrative Facility located in Coachella and is relocating to Palm Desert next to their existing water conservation facility. The new facility includes a board room and office space for 108 employees in the finance, communications, engineering, administration, human resources and risk management departments. The two-story building will be approximately 42,512 square feet in total floor area. There will be a surface parking {ot with 150 employee parking spaces covered with solar panels aiong the west side of the new building and 105 public parking spaces located in front of the building. The project also includes an outdoor amphitheater that will be used for weekend workshops on plant and water conservation, an entry gate off of Hovley Lane East for public and staff use, and two gates off of Beacon Hill for public, staff and oversize vehicle use. The project will require a General Plan Amendment from Industrial, Business Park (I- BP) to Public/Quasi-Public Facilities (PF), a Change of Zone from Service Industrial (SI) to Public Institution (P), a Precise Plan, a Conditional Use Permit and an Adoption of a Mitigated Negative Declaration as it relates to the project thereto. The Initial Study and Mitigated Negative Declaration were completed in accordance the City's Guidelines implementing the Cal'rfornia Environmental Quality Act. A. Slte Plan: The site plan illustrates that there are three vehicular entrances to the property from Hovley Lane East and Beacon Hill into the facility. The main vehicular entrance is accessed through Hovley Lane East facing north with a secondary access through Beacon Hill facing west. Hovley Lane East has a left in and right out. Beacon Hill will have full egress and ingress and both entrances will be maintained by a six-foot high steel gate that will be set back approximately 10 feet from property line and wifl be open during the hours of 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday through Friday for public and staff use. A secondary entrance for oversized vehicles located on the southwest corner of Beacon Hi{I will have full egress and ingress, with a six-foot high steel gate. The proposed Administrative Facility has been designed to have a pad level three feet lower then street level and wiN be set back 100 feet from the new front propecty line (Hovley Lane East), approximately 384 feet from the street G:�Plamm�g\Kevin Swanz�Wurd�PP 07-�M7�PP-07�1�_PC_RPI'.dx ( � Staff Report GPA 07-02, C2 07-01, PP 07-09 & CUP 07-10 April 1, 2008 Page 3 of 8 side (Beacon Hill) property line. The applicant is proposing a lot line adjustment ar►d at this time does not know where the rear and side property lines will be located, but a condition of approval has been placed on the project that the new property lines will meet all development standards placed on the project including set back location. The site plan also includes: a community plaza with a flagpole; 255 parking spaces; (150 for staff, 105 for visitors); an outdoor trash bin area; an outdoor amphitheater; an outdoor break area; sidewalk around perimeter of property along with a stabilized decomposed granite path on property; and landscaping requirements. B. Building Descrlption: The proposal is for a two-story 42,512 square foot building measuring 42 feet to the highest architectural feature. A variety of roofline heights vary on the main building and range in height from the predominant building line of 30 feet high to the taNest tower element of 42 feet high. The first floor to the second floor is 14 feet high. From the second floor to the roof height is 27 feet with a parapet roof at 30 feet. The upper roof maintains at 40 feet with the tower element over the boardroom at 42 feet. A condition of approval has been placed on the project requiring all roof mounted equipment to be screened from public view. The building offers customers and employees either an elevator or stairs to get from the first floor to the second floor. The building consists of a series of defined modulations including multiple planed facades (recessed entries, trellis, and pop-outs), gable roof pitch, and entry ways. This style is not found in the immediate area, but is a style that will enhance the surrounding neighborhood. The building's proposed architecture is described in detail in the following section. C. Architecture: The project will incorporate a Modern architectural style, inciuding standing seam metaf roof to present a soft appearance while protecting from solar gain, earth-toned colors, and will include multiple planned facades (recessed entries and pop-outs). Surface finishes consist of plaster and Angelus block including; "4ak" splitface, "Charcoal" precision and "Sandstone" precision. The exterior paint will be Dunn Edwards "Sandpit" and Dunn Edwards "Regency Cream". The building will incorporate Atlantic Float glass and is proposed to be framed with clear anodized aluminum muNions. The building has a small portion that is proposed to be decorated with a geometrically symmetrical pattern of glass fixed in the walls. G:�Pl�mm�g\Kevin Swartz\Word�PP(17-(KTPP-1171P1_PC_RPLd�c r Staff Report � GPA 07-02, C/Z 07-01, PP 07-09 & CUP 07-10 April 1, 2008 Page 4 of 8 At its meeting of February 13, 2008 the Archit+ectural Review Commission (ARC) reviewed the project. The Commission generally supported the concept and offered minimal comments. The Commission stated: a restudy of the mechanical equipment screening to create an architectural feature, and allowing the elevator tower to come to a point. The Commission agreed that the project architects have provided a well design project and it was approved on a 4-0-0-2 vote, Commissioners Hanson and Lambell absent. D. Landscaping: � The landscape palette will focus on a desert theme, with plants requiring minimal water usage. The plant se{ection is in conformance with the City's Landscape Maintenance Guide and recommendations. Preliminary approval from the City's Landscape Specialist has been approved. Also a condition of approval has been placed on the project that all landscaping and lighting for the facility will be strictly on site and will not intrude onto surrounding properties. E. General Plan and Change of Zone: The project includes a general plan amendment and change of zone to Publicllnstitution District which states that the development standards are as approved. IV. ANALYSIS: A. Project Data: The project includes a general plan amendment and change of zone to Publicllnstitution District, which states that the development standards are as approved. The following table provides the proposed project development standards. STANDARD ZONE PROJECT Coverage As Approved 1.34% Height As Approved 42 feet from finished floor Front Setback As Approved 100 feet Rear Setback As Approved N/A Side Setbacks As Approved 384 feet/ N!A Parking 144 155 G:Wlanning\Kevin Sw�nz\Wurd�PP D7-IW�NPaq1W_PC_RPT'.ckx: (. Staff Report GPA 07-02, C2 07-01, PP 07-09 & CUP 07-10 April 1, 2008 Page 5 of 8 Complies with the City's Landscape Landscaping As Approved �rdinances for parking lots, commercial development and water efficienc . Although the zone does not provide any development standards, the applicant has worked diligently with staff to make sure the proposed project is compatible with the surrounding neighborhood and provides all the services and needs required by CVWD. The design and layout of the proposed project will not interfere with the use and enjoyment of neighboring existing or future development, and will not result in vehicular and/or pedestrian hazards. B. Helght: The current height in the S.I. zone is 35 feet. To the south and west of the project there are existing industrial buildings ranging in size from 22 to 35 feet in height. To the north are existing two-story condos ranging in size from 22 to 24 feet in height. The existing CVWD building is to the east at 30 feet in height. When the applicant first submitted the project, the proposed building height was 52 feet to the tallest architectural feature. Knowing that taller buildings is a potential concern issue for the adjacent residential properties, staff worked with the applicant to reduce the size and massing of the building to be in keeping with the surrounding neighborhood while maintaining the design needs for CVWD. The applicant reduced the overall building height from 52 feet to 42 feet and the project was presented to the ARC. The proposed architectural and overall building height was granted preliminary approval by the ARC due to its substantial setbacks from the streets and surrounding buildings and overall design integrity with the 42-foot tower element. While height can be potentially an issue when adjacent to a residential zone and when proposed buildings it was concluded that due to the proposed building setbacks and being surrounded by other Industrial buildings the height of the structure would not create a negative visual impact as seen from Hovley Lane East and Beacon Hill. C. Findings of Approval for Precise Plan and Conditional Use Permit: fn accordance with the City of Palm Desert Zoning Ordinance 25.72.070, the following findings for a Conditional Use Permit are required to be made before granting a Conditional Use Permit: G:�P4�nningUCevin Sw;utz\Wurd�PP p7-�MhF'P-117.(�PC_RPC.d�,c l � Staff Report GPA 07-02, C/Z 07-01, PP 07-09 & CUP 07-10 April 1, 2008 Page 6 of 8 1. The proposed location of the project is in accordance with the objectives of the Zoning Ordinance and the purpose of the district in which the site is located. The proposed project is located in a Sl, Service Industrial zone but the applicant is requesting a change of zone to P, Public lnstitution. Per Chapter 25.38 of the City of Palm Deserts Zoning Ordinance section 25.38.020 states no use shall be permitted wiihouf a conditional use permit. The proposed use is consistent with the uses outlined in section 25.38.030 eonditional uses. The Public Institution zone does noi have any development standards except what is approved by City Council. Additionally, conditions have been added to the project to ensure that all the minimum requirements of ihe Palm Desert Municipal Code are met, including Public Works, Building and the Fire departmeni condiiions. 2. The proposed focation of the project and the conditions under which it will be operated and maintained will not be detrimental to the public health, safety or general welfare, or be materially injurious to properties or improvements in the vicinity. The proposed project as conditioned will comply with current Building and Safety Codes, Fire Department and Reviewed by the City's Engineering Department for compliance with City Ordinance. The use of the administrative facility is permitted within the P, Public Institution zone subject to a general plan amendment and a change of zone, with a Conditional Use Permit (for the land use), is consistent wifh fhe intenf of the City's Zoning Ordinance as described in the staff report. The site has been described to meet as it relates to setbacks, lot coverage, building height, land use, and parking such that it will not be detrimenta!to the public interest, health, safety, welfare and will not be materially injurious to properties or improvements in the vicinity as described in more detail in the Staff�eport. A condition of approval has been placed on the project which will require the projecr proponent to construct all necessary on and off-site infrastructure to provide utilities to the proposed project prio� to the issuance of Building Permits. Water, sanitation and public ufilities and services are available in Hovley Lane East, a public street. An environmental assessment leading fo a mitigated negafive declaration has been prepared thaf concludes that there will be no adverse environmenta!effects. 3. The proposed project will comply with each of the applicable provisions of this title. G:U'lanning\Kevin Swartz\W�ird�PP 07-1�1'P-07-(F)_PC_RP7'.dx Staff Report GPA 07-02, C2 07-01, PP 07-09 & CUP 07-10 April 1, 2008 Page 7 of 8 The proposed use is consistent with the intent of the Zoning Ordinance since the applicant is requesting a change of zone and the standards meets andlor exceeds the minimum development standards of the P, Public Institution zone. Additionally, conditions have been added to the project to ensure that all the minimum requirements of the Palm Desert Municipal Code are met, including building, landscaping, public works, and the fire departmeni conditions. 4. The proposed project complies with the goals, objectives, and policies of the city's adopted General Plan. The General Plan land use designation for fhe siie is "Industrial / Business Park (I-B.P.)" The applicant is requesting a General Plan Amendment to P.F., PublicJQuasi-Public. A primary objective stated in the Land Use Element of the General Plan under Public Services and Facilities Goals, Policies and Programs is Policy 1, which states the City shall pro-actively cooperate and coordinate with all providers of utility and public facilities and safety services in the community to assure adequate and quality levels of service. Program 1.A of the General Plan Land Use Elemeni is the City shall regularly coordinate and, as appropriate, cooperate with the various public and pr'ivate providers responsible for utilities, police, fire, health and other protection and care services in the community. Policy 2 of the General Plan Land Use Element is the Ciry shall encourage the timely development of public services and facilities in a manner, which assures adequaie levels of service, while remaining compafible with existing and future land uses. This project maintains a land use that is consistent with the goals, policies, and programs of the General Plan. The project is consistent with the General Plan because the project proposes a public facility use, which is compatible with the existing uses within the surrounding area, and offers an excel%nt service to the communiry. V. CONCLUSION: In conclusion, staff finds that by granting a General Plan Amendment, Change of Zone, Precise Plan and a Conditional Use Permit for Coachella Valley Water DistricYs Administrative Facility the overall building height would not have a negative visual impact due to building setbacks and being surrounded by industria! buildings and two-story homes than another use in the P, Public Institution zone. VI. ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW: Staff has prepared an Environmental Assessment that resulted in a Mitigated Negative Declaration for the project site. (See attachments). The site was analyzed G:�Planning\Kcvin Swanz\Word�PP D9-04�PP-117-(�_PC_RPi.dcx � �� Staff Report G PA 07-02, C2 07-01, PP 07-09 & C U P 07-10 April 1, 2008 Page 8 of 8 based on the attributes and requirements of an infill project. Therefore, mitigations are those regularly associated with development of this type. An impact fee for the Fringe-toed Lizard/Multiple Species Habitat Conservation Plan as applicable will be required when obtaining permits. VII. RECOMMENDATION: That the Planning Commission adopts the findings and adopts Planning Commission Resofution No. , recommending to City Council approval of Case Nos. GPA 07-02, C2 07-01, PP 07-09 & CUP 07-10, subject to conditions attached. VIII. ATTACHMENTS: A. Draft Resolution B. Legal Notice C. Environmental Assessment D. Architectural Review Commission Notice of Action and Minutes E. Exhibits Submitted By: Department Head: � U� Kevin Swartz Lauri Ayla' n, Assistant Planner Director, Community Development Approval: Homer Croy ACM, De pment Services G:1PlanningUCtvin Swartz\Wurd�PP 07-(M11PP-07-1�PC RPI'Aoc _ � ( IlVITIAL STUDYi DRAFT NEGATIVE DECLARATION ' for the COACHELLA VALLEY WATER DISTRICT PALM DESERT ADMINISTR.ATIVE FACILTY Coachella Valley Water District 85-995 Avenue 52 Coachella,CA 92236 ?60.398.2651 F 760.391.9637 EMAIL ADDRESS: lstow cvwd.org JZTNE 2007 CVWD File No.0075.20 , � . `;. ;Q�� i , a NOTICE OF INTENT TO ADOPT A ` NEGATIVE DECLARATION COACHELLA VALLEY WATER DISTRICT 85-995 Avenue 52 Post Office Box 1058 Coachella, California 92236 ' (760) 398-2651 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the District Staff of the Coachella Valley Water District will recommend the adoption of a proposed Negative Declaration on the project listed below on the date and time, and at the location listed below. Any person desiring to comment on the recommendation of the District Staff may do so verbally or in writing at the above address and telephone number. The public review period during which comments may be received is&om the date of this Notice until the end of the business day on July 19, 2007. Project Title: Coachella Valley Water District Palm Desert Administrative Facility Project Location: The Coachella Valley Water District Palm Desert Administrative Facility will be located at the corner of Hovley Lane East and Beacon Hill Drive in Palm Desert,Riverside County, in a portion of section 10,township 5 south, range 6 east, San Bernardino Base and Meridian. Project Description: The Coachella Valley Vyater District Palm Desert AdminisVative Facility includes the construction of a new administrative office building on 5.84 acres of vacant land. The new structure includes a board room and office space for 108 employees in the finance, communications, engineering, adminisiration,human resources and risk management departments. The two-story building will be approximately 42,000 square feet in total floor area. There will be a surface parking lot with 114 employee parking spaces along the west side of the new building and 114 public parking spaces located in front of the building. A parking area for approximately 45 heavy vehicles is also proposed in the southernmost portion of the parcel. Site development will include grading, sewer, water and storm drain facilities,paving, exterior lighting and landscape construction, security walls/fencing and gates. Also included is the installation of a diesel-fueled generator for backup power. Lead Agencv: Coachella Valley Water District Measures to Minimize Temporary Construction Effects: 1. Construction dust will be controlled with a dust palliative. 2. Any runoff water will be directed into a catch basin. 3. Temporary construction noise will be mitigated with use of engine mufflers. Findin¢: Recommend to the District's Board of Directors the adoption of a Negative Declaration on the above project at a future meeting at 9:00 a.m. in the Dr. Forbes Auditorium of the District's Administration Building at the above address. Location of the Proposed Negative Declaration for Review: Coachella Valley Water District(above address) Date: June 14, 2007 � ,✓ �� G�y»!t� �� Steve Robbins General Manager-Chief Engineer 1H:dd�brd'eac.U?`CVWD Building`.NOI . ( �• . _ , / � , l - File: 0075.20 ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST FORM 1. Proiect Title: Coachella Valley Water District Palm Desert Administrative Facility. 2. Lead A�cv Name and Address: Coachella Valley Water District, Post Of�ice Box 1058, Coachella,Califomia 92236. 3. Contact Person and Phone Number: Luke Stowe,(760) 398-2661, extension 2545. � � 4. Project Location: The Coachella Valley Water District Pa1m DeseR Administrative Facility will be located at the corner of Hovley Lane East and Beacon Hill Drive in Palm Desert, Riverside County in a portion of section 10,township 5 south,range 6 east, San Bernardino Base and Meridian. 5. Project Sponsor's Name and Address: Coachella Valley Water District,Post Office , Box 1058, Coachella, Califomia 92236. 6. General Plan Desi�nation: "Light Industrial" and"Public/Quasi-Public Facilities"per the Palm Desert General Plan,March 2004. ?. �: "Light Industrial" and"Public/Quasi-Public Facilities"per the Palm Desert General Plan,March 2i)04. 8. Descri�tion of Project: The Coachella Va11ey Water District Palm Desert Administrative Facility("CVWD Facilit}�')includes the construcdon of a new administrative of�ce building on 5.84 acres of vacant land. Ttie new structure includes a board room and of�ice space for 108 employees i.n the finance, communications, engineering, administration, human resources and risk management departments. The two-story building will be approximately 42,000 square-feet in total floor area. There will be a surface parlcing lot with 114 employee parking spaces along the west side of the new buildi.ng and l 14 public parking spaces located in front of the building. A parking area for approximately 45 heavy vehicles is also proposed in the southernmost portion of the parcel. Site development will include grading,sewer,water and stonn drain facilities,paving, exterior lighting and landscape construction, security walls/fencing and gates. Also included is the installation of a diesel-fueled generator for backup power. 9. SurroundingLand Uses and Settin�: The 5.84acre site for the proposed CVWD Facility is completely surrounded by development: northwest and east is existing light industrial and commercial; existing residential units are located to the northeast; the existing CVWD Satellite Facility is]ocated east of the site; and Water Reclamation Plant No. 10 is located south and southeast of the proposed site. A row of Tamarisk trees borders the immediate south boundary. The site itself contains disturbed Sonoran Creosote Bush Scrub habitat, mostly Creosote bush and Myoma fine sand. 10. Other public agencies whose approval is required: City of Palm Desert -1- � . . � �� ". . CVWD Palm Desert AaYuinistrative Facility � ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS PQTENTIALLY AFFECTED: Environmental factors checked below would be potentially affected by tlus project, involving at least one impact that is a "Potentially Significant Impact" as indicated by the checklist on the following pages. , � Land Use and Planning � Transportation/Circulation � Public Servic,es ❑ Population and Housing ❑ Biological Resources ❑ Utilities and Service Systems � Geological Problems � Energy and Mineral � Aesthetics Resources � Water � Hazards � Cultural Resources � Air Quality � Noise � Recreation , � Mandatory Findings of Sigaificance STATEMENT OF REASONS TO SUPPORT FINDINGS Except for any temporary disturbances(noise,dust,local traffic circulation)caused by the construction activities associated with the Coachella Valley Water District Palm Desert Administrative Facility,this project will not have a significant effect on the environment or surrounding areas. , DETERMINATION On the basis of this initial evaluation: I find that the proposed project COULD I�iOT have a significant effect on the en ' onment and a NEGATNE DECLARATION will be prepazad. Prepared by: y' • � � ° Luke Sto Date Senior Environmental Specialist Submitted y: 7 '\ n M k Johnson Date � f Director of Engineering -2- _ !._. _ 1 /•� � \ - • CVWD Palm Desett Administrative Facility Environmental Assessment Committee Determination Concuirence by: � � D D ^� ia Hernandez te n,District's Environmental Assessment Committee General ManaQer De�ternunation � Approved by. G�L o ,�d� Stev Robbins Date (� General Manager-Chief Engineer -3- . (;- ( r , , CVWD Palm Desert Administrative Facility . ENVIRONMENTAL IlVIPACTS CHECKLIST PotentiaUy Si�ifkant Potentially Unles� Leu Than S�gniflcant Midgation Significsnt No ' Issues(and Supporting Infozmarion Sources): Impact Incorporatal Imps¢t Imp�ct I. LAND USE AND PLANNING. Would the pmposal: a) Conflict with general plan ❑ ❑ ❑ � designation or zoning? b) Conflict with applicable � � � � environmental plans or policies adopted by agencies with jurisdiction over the project? � c) Be incompatible with eacisting � � � � land use in the vicinit}�? d) Affect agricultural resources or D � � � operations? e) Disrupt or divide the physical � � � � 'atrangement of an established community(including a low-incorne or minority � community)? II. POPULATION AND HOUSING. Would the proposal: a) Cumulatively exceed official � � � � regional or local population projections? -4- . , /� l � . ; � 1 � • CVWD Palm Desert Administrative Facility Potentislly Si�ficant Potentially Unlas Less Than Signiflcant Mitigation Signiflcant No Issues(and Supporting Information Sources): Imp�ct Incorporated Impact Impact b) Induce substantial growth in an � � � � area eithe�directly or indirectl}t? c) Displace existing housing, ' especially affordable housing? � � � � III. GEOLOGIC PROBLEMS. Would the proposal result in or expose people to potential impacts involving: , a) Fault rupture? � � � � � b) Seismic ground shaking? � , � � � c) Seismic ground failure including � � � � liquefaction? d) Seiche, tsunami or volcanic � � � � hazard? e) Landslides or mudflows? � � � � f} Erosion, changes in topography or � � � � unstable soil conditions from excavation,grading or fill? g) Subsidence of the land? � � � � h) Expansive soils? � � � � i) Unique geologic or physical � � � � features? -5- - �.• �. `�.. - � � . ' • CVWD Palm Desert Administrative F�cility ' PotentWly Slgniflcant PotenHally Unlen Las TLan Si�nificant Mitlgatlon Slg�nlficant No Issues(and Supporting Information Sources): Impact Incorporated Imps¢t Impict ' N. WATER. Would the proposal result in: a) Changes in absoiption rates, ❑ ❑ � ❑ drainage pattems or the rate and amount of surface runoff? b) Exposure of people or propezty to � ❑ ❑ � water-related hszards such as flooding? c) Discharge into surface waters or � � � � other alterarion of surface water q�i� , d) Changes in the amount of surface � � � � water in any water body? e) Changes in currents, or the course � � � � or direction of water movements? � Change in the quantity of ❑ ❑ � ❑ groundwater either through direct additions or withdrawals, or through interception of an aquifer by cuts,excavations or through substantial loss of groundwater recharge capabilit�l g) Altered direction or rate of flow of � � � � groundwater? -6- , � i ( � • CVWD Palm Desert Administrative Facility Potentially Signitkant Potenti�lly Ualas Las Than S�Itkant Midgatton Si�kant No Issues(and Supporting Informadon Sources): Impact Incorporated Impact Imput h) Impacts to groundwater qualit}�1 � � � � i) Substantial reduction in the ❑ ❑ ❑ � � . amount of groundwater otherwise available for public water supplies? V. AIR QUALTTY. Would the proposal: a) Violate any air quality standard,or � � � � , contribute to an existing or projected air quality violation? b) Expose sensitive receptors to ❑ , ❑ � ❑ pollutants? c) Alter air movement,moisture or � � � � teznperature, or cause any chauge in climate? d) Create objectionable odors? � � � � VI. TRANSPORTATION/ CIRCULATION: Would the proposal result in: a) Increased vehicle trips or traffic � � � � congestion? b) Hazards to safety from design � � � � features or incompatible uses? -7- � _ . r" • �. ( �. • CVWD Palm Desert Administrative FHcility ' Poteattauy Si�itkant PotentLlly Unteas Lea Thaa S�iflcant Mitigatioa Si�niikint No Issues(and Supporting Informalion Sources): Impact Incorpor�ted Impact Impact � c) Inadequate emergency access or ❑ ❑ ❑ � ' access to nearby uses? d) Insufficieat parking capacity on- ❑ ❑ ❑ � site or off-site? e) Hazards or barriers for pedestrians � � � � or bicyclists? � Conflicts with adopted policies ❑ ❑ ❑ � supporting alternative transportation? , g) Rail, waterbome or air traffic ❑ D ❑ � impacts? VII. BIOLOGICAL RESOURCES. Would the proposal result in impacts to: a) Endangered, threatened or rare � � � � species,or their habitats (includi.ng but not limited to plants,fish,insects, animals and birds)? b) Locally designated species? � � � � c) Locally designated natural � � � � communities? d) Wetland habitat? � � � � e) Wildlife dispersal or migration � � � � corridors? -8- i /^ � ( ' ' CVWD Palm Desert Administrative Facility Potentlally S1gnNicsnt PotentLlly Unlas Less Than Issues(and Supporting Inforn�ation Sources): Signfi8cant Mitigation Signifleant No Impact Incorponted Impact Impact VIII. ENERGY AND MIl�TERAL RESOURCES. Would the proposal: a) Conflict with adopted energy ❑� ❑ ❑ � � . conservation plans? b) Use nonrenewable resources in a � � � � wasteful and inefficient mannei'1 c) Result in the loss of availability of � � � � a lrnown mineral resource that , would be of future value to the region and the residents of the state? IX. HIAZARDS Would the proposal involve: a) A risk of aceidental explosion or � � � � release of hazardous substances (including,but not limited to: oil, pesticides, chemicals or radiation)? b) Possible interference with an � � ❑ � emergency response plan or emergency evacuation plan? c) The creation of any health hazazd � � � � or potential health hazard? d) Exposure of people to existing � � � � sources of potential health hazards? -9- . / / � (.. � • CVWD Palm Desert Administrative Facility ' Potenttilty Slgniikant Potentlally Unlas Laa Thaa Signfticant 11'Ijt�atlon SlpiBcant No Issues(and Supporting Information Sources): Impact Incorporsted Impact Impact � e) Increased fire hazard in areas with ❑ ❑ ❑ � ' flammable brush, grass or trees? X. NOISE. Would the proposal result in: a) Increases in existing noise levels? � � � � b) Exposure of people to severe � � � � noise levels? XI. PUBLIC SERVICES. Would the proposal have an ef�ect upon or result in a need for new or altered govemment services in any of the� following areas: a) Fire pmtecdon? � � � � b) Police protection? � � � � c) ,Schools? � � � � d) Maintenance of public facilities � � � � including roads? e) Other governmental services? ❑ ❑ ❑ � XII. UTILITIES AND SERVICE SYSTEMS. Would the proposal result in a need for new systems or supplies, or substantial alterations to the following utilities: a) Power or natural gas? ❑ ❑ � ❑ -10- . i� �.. , ( � � • CVWD Pa1m Desert Administrative Facility Potentially 5tgniflcsnt Potentlally Unless Las Thsn Signit�cant Mitigatbn Si�ticant No Issues(and Supporting Information Sources): Impact Incorporsted ImpAct Impact b) Communications systems? � � � � c) Local or regional water treatrnent, � � � � � � or distribution facilides? d) Sewer or septic tanks? � � � � e) Storm water drainage? � � � � � Solid waste disposal? � � � � , g) Local or regional water supplies? � � � � XIII. AESTHETICS. Would the proposal: a) Affect a scenic vista or scenic � � � � highwayl b) Have a demonstrable negative � � � � aesthetic effect? c) Create light or glare? � � � � XIV. CULTURAL RESOURCES. Would the proposal: a) Disturb paleontological resources? � � � � b) Distutb archaeological resources? � � � � -11- _ . l' .. , f.. � � � • CVWD Palm Desert Administrative F�cility ' Potentislty 5igniflcant Potentlally Untas Las Thsa Issues(and Supporting Information Sources): 5igniticant Mitigatlon Signifkant No Impact Incorporated Impset Impact � c) Affect historical resources? ❑ ❑ ❑ � d) Have the potential to cause a � � � � physical change which would affect unique ethnic cultural values? e) Restrict existing religious or � � � � sacred uses wittun the potential impact area? �V. RECREATION. Would the proposal: a) Increase the demand for � � � � neighborhoad or regional park's, or other recreational facilities? b) Affeet existing recreational � � � � opporiunities? XVI.MANDATORY FINDINGS OF 5I�IVIFICANCE. a) Does the proje�t have the potential to degrade the quality of the environment; substantially reduce the habitat of a fish or wildlife species; cause a fish or wildlife population to drop below self-sustaining levels; threaten to eliminate a plant or animal community;reduce the number or restrict the range of a rare or -12- - .� " f- . _ ' � (, � � CVWD Palm Desert Administrative Facility Potentially Significant Issues(and Supporting Information Sources): Potentlally Unlas I.esa Than SignHlcant Mitlgstion SIgniflcant No Impact Incorporated Impact Impact endangered plant or animal; or � ❑ � ❑ eliminate important examples of the major periods of California , . history or prehistor}�l b) Does the pmject have the � � � � potential to achieve short-term, to the disadvantage of long-term, environmental goals? c) Does the project have impacts that ❑ ❑ � ❑ � are individually limited,but cumulatively considerable? d) Does the project have � � � � environmental effects which will cause substantial adverse effects on human beings, either directly or indirectl}tl -13- � . r' ,. ` ( � - . CVWD Palm Desert Adminisbrative F�cility ' , COMMENTS I. Land Use and Plrnning The proposed CVWD Facility is located at the corner of Hovley Lane East and Beacon � Hill Drive in Palm D��ert,Riverside County on a 5.84acre vacant lot. This "in-fill"project is , completely surrounded by existing commercial,light industrial and residential developmezit The site is zoned as "Light Industrial" and"Public/Quasi-Public Facilides"per the PaUn Desert General Plan,March 2004. The zoning descriptions allow public agency facilities to be constructed and operated within the project site. There are no agricultural lands located on or adjacent to the project site. II. Population and Housing The pmposed CWVD Facility in Palm Desert is being constructed to provide office space for 108 employees in the finauce,communications,engineering, administration,human resoum.es and risk managemeut departments that are currendy lacated in the CVWD facility in Coachella The new CVWD Facility will also include a board room where board of direetors meetings will be held twice montbly. This project is not a growth-inducing project and is consistent with appmved local planning. No existing hausing will be displaced or negatively affected by the project. III. Geology The proposed site for the new CVWD Facility is relatively flat and at an elevation of approximately 210 to 220 feet above mean sea level. The soil is Myoma fine sand typical of dunes and alluvial fans. The site is approximately eight miles southwest of the San Andreas Fault and as such would be subject to significant ground shaking in the event of movement on the fault. The site is not located within an area identified as an Alquist-Priolo Earthquake Fault Zone. The proposed facility will be designed and constructed to meet cutrent California building standatds to withstavd seismic groundshaking. Therefore,project impacts related to seismic ground shaking would be less than significant. . The CVWD Facility project site is located inland and,therefore,tsunamis are not a hazard issue. The Salton Sea is located approximately 21 miles southeast of the project site. There are no volcanoes in the project area. The project site is not located on a landslide or mudflow hazard area. There are no unique geologic or physical features presen� IV. Water During canstruction of the proposed CVWD Facility, stormwater would be managed in accordance with Best Management Practices (BMPs) identified in a Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan(SWPPP). These BMPs would include measures to minimize erosion and setiimentation and general good housekeeping practices to limit potential discharge of pollutants associated with construction vehicle and equipment use. With implementation of BMPs per the -14- - . , 1 i :.- ( , .,f ' ' CVWD Palm Desert Administrative Facility SWPPP,potential impacts on water quality associated with stoimwater discharges during project construction would be less than significant. The proposed project does not include alteration of the course of a stream or river. The proposed project would involve earthwork for grading the site,constructing a foundation,and improving the site with parlting,utilities and landscaping,but would not have a significant effect on storm water runoff characteristics. The project would add approximately 3.0 acres of impervious surfaces(concrete parking areas, sidewallcs) within the 5.84acre site with construction of the CVWD Facility and associated parking. The SWPPP will include measures , to control stomawater runoff from impervious surfaces. � With nnplementation of the SWPPP BMPs,the construction and operation of the new CVWD Facility wtll not result in substantial erosion or siltation, flooding, or provide additional sources of polluted runoi� Impacts would be less than significau� V. Air Quslity The proposed CVWD Facility is located within the Salton Sea Air Basin(SSAB),which includes Imperial County and most of the low desert areas of central Riverside County. The Riverside County portion of the SSAB is regulated by the South Coast Air Quality Management District(SCAQMD). The Coachella Valley portion of Riverside County is designated as a "serious"non-attainment area for ozone(8-hour) and particulate matter 10 microns or less in diameter(PM10). The applicable air quality plans for the CVWD Facility pmject are the 2003 Air Quality Management Plan(AQMP) and the Coachella Valley PM10 State Implementation Plan(SIP). The AQMP is designed to satisfy the planning requirements of both the federal and California Clean Air Acts. The AQMP outlines strategies and measures to achieve federal and state standards for healthfiil air quality for all areas under SCAQNID's jurisdiction, including portions of the SSAB. The Coachella Valley PM10 SIP identifies additional strategies and measures to control fugitive dust specifically in the Coachella Valley. A project is deemed inconsistent with the applicable air quality plan if it would result in population and/or employment growth that exceeds growth estimated in the applicable air quality plan. The proposed project includes development of an employment center, but would not induce population or employment gowth beyond the levels approved in the AQMP. Therefore, the proposed project would not conflict with or obstruct the implementation of the AQMP. Disturbance of 5,000 square feet or more requires a Dust Control Plan. The proposed project will have a Dust Control Plan that follows the SCAQMD Rule 403 Fugitive Dust Control Requirements within the Coachella Valley. With respect to the Coachella Valley PM10 SIP, the proposed project will comply with the dust control requirements of the SIP, and therefore will not conflict with or obstruct implementadon of the SIP. -IS- _ �..- f- . � � � CVWD Palm Desert Administrative Facility � Except for ternporary emissions of diesel parkiculate matter associated with use of heavy diesel equipment during project construction,the proposed proje�t would not r�ult in emissions of toxic air contaminants or nuisance odors. However, these temporary consttuction-related emissions and/or odor impacts would be confine�to the immediate vicinity of the projed equipment and would not expose sensitive receptors to substantial pollutant concentrations ' and/or odors. The appropriate air quality permits for the diesel-fueled generator for back-up � power will be procured from the SCAQNID before the generator is installed at the project site. The vehicle trips created by the 108 employees at the new facility will not have a significant effect on air quality in the Coachella Valley since these vehicle trips will be the same employee.s currendy traveling to the existing CVWD offce in Coachella Since Palm Desert is more centraily-located in the Coachella Valley, some employces' commutes will be lesseaed. VI. Transportation/Ctrculation The Riverside County Transportation Commission is the Congestion Management Agency for the project azea. The Coachella Valley Association of Govelnments(CVAG),as a regional planning agency,has be�n monitoring traffic counts in the Coachella Valley. A 1998 planning study projeeted daily traffic volumes on the Coachella Valley's roads in 2020. In several locations,the 2020 figures had already been exceeded by 2005,including these intersections in Palm Desert: Hovley Lane EastlWashington Strcet; Cook StreetiCountry Club; and Cook Street/Fred Waring. The Hovley Lane East/Washington Street intersec�tion is the busiest in the Coachella Valley per CWAG. The additional vehicle trips created by the 108 employees at the new facility will not have a significant effect on the average daily traffic on local streets in the project vicinity. The construction activities associated with the CVWD Facility project will slightly increase heavy truck traffic on the local roads in the project area during the conshuction period. However, such truck traffic will not exceed established local load limits. The project will generate limited traff c during construction and may require short-term delays on local roadways. Coordination with the City of Palm Desert will ensure that local trai�'ic impacts remain mini�mal during construction activities. Adequate pazking for the 108 employees at the new facility will be provided with a parking lot with 114 parking spaces. There will also be a visitors' parking lot with 114 spaces, as well as a parking azea for approximately 45 heavy vehicles. VII. Biological Resources The proposed CVWD Facility site is locatetl at the corner of Hovley Lane East and Beacon Hill Drive in the city of Palm Desert and is completely surrounded by development(light industrial, commercial, residential, public facility,water treahnent plant). A biological field survey was conducted by LSA Associates, Inc. in February 2006 to record the general site conditions, vegetation,wildlife, potential jurisdictional waters, and suitability of habitat for sensitive species. -16- - ! F_ - ' �.' � ' ' CVWD Palm Desert Administrative Facility The"island"site contains disturbed Sonoran Creosote Bush Scrub vegetation, consisting of creosote bush(Larrea tridentata), sand verbena(Abronia villlosa var. villosa),panamint cryptantha(Cryptaniha angusnfolia)and desert marigold(Baileya pleniradiatu). A row of tamarisk trees (Tamarix aphylla)borders the south boundary of the site. Wildlife and/or its sign (scat,tracks,burrows)observed during the survey included mourning dove(Zenaidu macroura), common raven(Corvus corax),white-crowaed spaimw(Zonotrichia leucophrys),house finch (Carpodacus mexicanus)and desert cottontail (Sylvilagus audubonii). Two federally/State-listed species have a low probability of occurrence at the site: , . ■ Coachella Valley milkvetch(Astragalus lentiginosus var.coachellae); and ■ Palm Springs round-tailed ground squirrel (Spermophilus tere#icaudis chlorvs) Based on the small size of the site and site disturbance,desert tortoise,another federaUState- listed species, is considered to be absent from the site. Seven other non-listed, sensitive species are considered to also have a low probability of occiurence: ■ Flat-seeded spurge(Chamaesyce platysperma); ■ Glandular ditaakis(Ditaxis clariana); ■ Califomia ditaxis (Ditaxis serrata var. californica); ■ Flat-tailed horned lizard(Phrynosoma mcallii); ■ Bunowing owl (Athene cunicularia); ■ Black-tailed gnatcatcher(Polioptila melanura); and ■ Westem yellow bat(Lasiurus xanthinus) Additional pre-construction surveys by a qualified biologist will be conducted on the site to verify the non-existence of any of the above-mentioned sensitive species. Since the proposed project site is surrounded by existing development,the habitat onsite has been fragmented and regional wildlife movement has been inhibited. The site is not within a conservation area of the proposed Coachella Valley Multiple Species Habitat Conservation Plan. The proposed project will not have a significant effect on a regional wildlife corridor. Also,no jurisdictional waters or wetlands regulated by various federal and state agencies are present on the site; therefore,the project will not affect any jurisdictional waters or wedands. VIII. Energy and Mineral Resources The proposed CVWD Facility project does not conflict with any adopted energy conservation plans. The project will include energy-efficient desi�and materials where feasible and available. No wasteful use of electricity will occur. No loss of valuable mineral resources will occur with the construction or use of the project. -17- • �- � .� � � CVWD Palm Desert Administrative Facility � IX. Hazards The CVWD Facility design and construction will follow all applicable federal,state, and local safety guidelines. Any hazards to workers during construetion of the pro}ect will be minimized by adheTence to required Occupational Safety and Health Administration(OSHA) ' standards. The proposed pmject will not interfere with any emergency response plans or � evacuation plans. The project includes the installation of ornameatal landscaping throughout the site,but will not increase fire hazards at the project site. X. Noise A temporary increase in noise levels may occur during construction activities at the proposed CVWD Facility site. Since there are adjacent residential and commercial units, temporary construction noise will be minimized by the use of engine mufflers on construction equipmeat. All construction activities at the site will adhere to the noise regulations established by the City of Palm Desert. This temporary increase in noise levels during conshvction activities will not be a significant effect. The emergency generator that will be installe�at the CVWD Facility will run during loss of commercial power and will be"exercised"for 5 minutes weekly. Once completed,the new CVWD Facility will not produce noise effects above the existing noise levels in the project vicinity. � XI. Public Services The construction and operation of the new CVWD Facility will require some additional fire protection,police protection, and maintenance of a public faeility,but these requirements are not considered a significant effect. XII. Utilities and Service Systems The proposed, two-story CVWD Facility will be approximately 42,000 square-feet in total floor area and provide office space for 108 employees. Site development will include grading,sewer,water and storm drain facilities,paving, exterior lighting and landscape construction, security walls/fencing and gates. Construction activities and operations at the new CVWD Facility will use power provided by the local power utility. The project will include energy-efficient design and materials where feasible and available. Daily operations at the new facility will use telephone, gas, water, sewer, solid waste services provided by the local utilities. The use of these utilities and services at the proposed CVWD Facility aze not considered a significant effect. XIII. AestheNcs The proposed CVWD Facility will be located at the corner of Hovley Lane East and Beacon Hill Drive in Palm Desert on a 5.84acre parcel containing distutbed Sonoran Creosote Bush Scrub habitat. The"in-fill"project is completely sun-ounded by existing commercial, light industrial and residential development. The two-story building will be approximately 42,000 -18- � .� . _ ' (` i ' CVWD Palm Desert Administrative Facility square-feet in total floor area There will be a surface parking lot with 114 employee parking spaces along the west side of the new building, 114 public parking spaces located in front of the building, and heavy vehicle parking behind the building. Site development will include grading, sewer,water and storm drain facilities,paving, exterior lighting and landscape construction, security walls/fencing and gates. The project desiga will follow all City of Palm Desert design guidelines and will not be out of context with other structures in the project vicinity. The new building will be approxunately 35 feet at its highest point The residential buildings north of the new facility are also two-story structures with a�maximum height of approximately 30 feet. The project will not have a significant effect on the current viewshed of these residential units. The � , proposed proje�t will not impact any scenic vistas and is not located along a designated scetic road. Additional light sources will be created by the proposed facility with safety/security lighting on end suirounding the building, and parking lot lighting. All lighting will be shielded downward to avoid any potential e�ects on adjacent resideatiaUcommercial units. All lighting guidelines established by the City of Palm Desert will be followed during project development. XIV. Cultural Resoarces � On January 27, 2006, LSA Associates, Ina conducted a field survey at the proposed CVWD Facility site for archaeologicaUcultural resources. No archaeologicaUcultural resources were observed at the project site. A cultural resource records search through the University of California Eastem Information Centgr was also conducted by LSA in January 2006. Data from the records search indicated that 16 cultural resource studies have been conducted within a one- mile radius of the project site. No cultural resources have been recorded within the project boundaries. The nearest recorded cultural resource is an adobe structure(CA-RN-3886) located about one-mile southeast of the project site. Per the cultlu�al resources report,the development of the project will not likely affect any cultural resowces;therefore,no fiuther cultural resource investigations or monitoring are recommended. However, if cultural resources are identified during construction activities at the site, a qualified archaeologist will be notified to record any findings per CEQA guidelines. If human remains are discovered, construction activities shall cease until the Coroner has been notified and has made a determination of origin and deposition. If the remains aze determined to be prehistoric, the Coroner will nodfy the Native American Heritage Commission which will determine and notify the Most Likely Descendant. A paleontological resource records search and field survey were also conducted for the proposed project site. Paleontological resource sites have not been recorded within a mile radius of the site; fossil localities aze known from the mid-Pleistocene sediments in the Indio Hills, about 4 miles north of the project site. No paleontological resources were observed during a field reconnaissance at the site. However, if paleontological resources are discovered during construction activities, a qualified paleontologist will be retained to evaluate and remove those resources per CEQA guidelines. -19- � � �- ' ( � " � CVWD Palm Desert Administrative Facility � XV. Recreation The construction and operation of the proposed CVWD Facility will not increase the demand for neighborhood or regional parks,or any other recreational facilities. Nor will the project affect any existing recreational opportunities in the project area. � XVI. MandAtory Findings of Si�ificance. a.) The proposed CVWD Facility site is completely surnounded by development(light industrial, commercial,residential,public facility,wastewater treatment plant).The "island" site contains disturbed Sonoran Creosote Bush Scrub vegetation. Since the proposed project site is sutmunded by existing development,the habitat onsite has been fragmented and regional wildlife movement has been inhibited The site is not within a conservation area of the proposed Coachella Valley Multiple Species Habitat Conservation Plan. The proposed project will not have a significant effect on any regional wildlife corridor. Sensitive species were not found on the site and will not be affected by the project. No cultural resources were found on the project site,thus,the project will not eliminate important examples of the major periods of California history or prehistory. � b.) The constcuction and operation of the proposed CVWD Facility project will not have a negative effect on long-term environmental goals. The proposed CVWD Facility is being constructed to provide office space for 108 e�mployee.s in the Finance, Communications, Engineering,Administration, Human Resources and Risk Management departments, as well as a Board Room, customers, other meetings. This pmject is an"in-fill"project; the project site is surrounded by existing residential, commercial and light industrial use. The project is not a growth-inducing project and � is consistent with approved local planning. The project will use the latest energy- efficient design and materials. The new facility will be in Palm Desert,a more centrally-located area of the Coachella Valley, which may lessen work commutes for some employees. c.) The new CVWD Facility will have temporary effects associated with dust,noise, and local traffic circulation during construction activities. Project canstruction will follow all federal, state and local regulations regarding air quality,noise and traffic circulation. The cumulative effects, if any, of this project and other projeds in the vicinity are not expected to have a significant effect on the environment or the commuruty. d.) Since the proposed project will follow all federal, state and local regulations regarding air quality, water quality, and worker safety during consttuction activities, the project will not have any environmental effects that will cause substantial, adverse effects on human beings, either direcdy or indirectly. -20- ..- , ' � � REFERENCES 1. City of Palm Desert General Plan,March 2004. 2. Final Program Environmental Impact Report for Coachella Valley Water Management Plan and State Water Project Entitlement Transfer, September 2002, Coachella Valley Water District,. 3. Coachella Valley Final Water Management Plan, September 2002, Coachella Valley � Water District. 4. Engineer's �teport on Water Supply and Replenishment Assessment,Upper Whitewater River Subbasin Area of Benefit 2007-2008, Coachella Valley Water District,Apri12007. 5. Draf�Coachella Valley Multiple-Species Habitat Conservation Plan,Coachella Valley Association of Govemments,March 2007. ' 6. Phase I Environmental Site Assessment Report for WLC Arclutects,Inc., Coachella Valley Water District Expansion Project, Southern Comer of Hovley Lane and Beacon Hill,Palm Desert, California,Apri127, 2006, SECOR International Incorporated. 7. General Biological Resource Report, Coachella Valley Water District Palm Desert Facility, February 21,2006, LSA Associates,Inc. 8. Cultural Resource Assessment, Coachella Valley Water District Pa1m Desert Facility, February 13,2006,LSA Associates, Inc. 9. Paleontological Resource Assessment, Coachella Valley Water District Palm Desert Facility, February 24, 2006,LSA Associates,Inc. 10. Coachella Valley Existing 2-Way Daily Traffic Volumes,March 26,2006, Coachella Valley Association of Goveinments,Department of Transportation. 11. Site Visit by Luke Stowe, CVWD Senior Environmental Specialist, June 1,2007. -21- J• � � •�, � � '� :�,_ � ,�iF^i�'"TYs' '.�'t!� � �� - 't s,�^n' •-'�'� "'�'�� -a. : � —�� y v, *� � .�. R, ��._"�� .� �''•'� ' ,' ,,,:r, '� �' ', +�-� , . � � ' �,y �� '!� � �� — '� • � ,r+�.,.��,:, . .4 x 'r ,S. � �a�t � � ,] ��. �. ^` � Z • • �. � �':��..�r/f� � � _�,� "� -S � = _ 4 ..�. . ' ... �. u.L Lr.�.�� ..� .. _ ^' � ,? .� � •',4 �.� � �� ;W �a..� _ r.. . . !'—� � .� j .� �„✓ '"'�-+"�'�{.• �� , � . •i r _ . . . , I� i ""..^"'� J! . � �t� w � �� :O �'aee .�'.,. . _.. ,.,tJ � r_ • '►! � '1 �_ �,� � Y• '� . i. . • � . - �s = 'Y - � t� a �r .� - .�, � � � � �: � I � �� . � , �.�_ � . . . I �r '.' i I j ,.°'�" . . ,a � • � �" 3 � ��M ` � I � ' ' � � , �, � I � ' • ,"" � '� E ' • . � I I . 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Rivtrside,California 92502 � �'�� uS bjoct: Filing of Notice of Determination in complian�ce with Section 2l 108 or 21152�:�, b ' Resources Code ��.:e�:ir:r�:t:�m/�p f e�m�r,ar�., �'It,y��e�p R.C. 2f'S� Proiect Tide: Coachella Valley Water District Palm Desert Administrative Facility ''�STE� scac�ci�&hou�x�: Zoo�o6i io3 :�U� I 3 ?OQ; �emovad �� y �7 J L.er�d Agency. CoacheUa Valley Water District _ _. ._., �;� �2.1._ ^- �roiect ,gplicant: Coachella Va11ey Water District,Post Office Box 1058,Co�ck�Dl� � �9��,;�;;°' (?60)398-2651 Contact Pcrson: Luke Stowe,Senior Environmental Specialist(7b0)398-2661 Extension 2545 Proiect Location: The Coachella Valley Wata District Palm Desert Adtninistrative Facility will be located at the corner of Hovley Lane East and Beacon Hill Drive in Palm Desert,Riverside County,in a portion of Soction 10,Township 5 South,Range 6 East, San Bernardiao Base and Meridian. Project Description: The Coachella Valley Water District Palm Desert Administrative Facility includes the construcdon of a new administrative oi�ice building on 5.84 acres of vacant land. The new stru�etur� includes a board room and office space for 108 employoes in the finance,communications,enginocrin�, administration,humaa resources and risk managemeat departments. The taro-story building will be approximately 42,000 square-feet in total floor area. There will be a surface parking lot with 114 employee parking spaces along the west side of the new building and 114 public parking spacxs locatod in front of the building. A paiicing area for approximately 45 heavy vehicles is also proposed in the southernmost portion of the parcel. Site developtncm will include grading, sewer,water and storm drain facilities,paving, exterior lighting and landscape construction,security walls/feacing and gates. Also included is the _ installation of a diesel-fueled gencrator for back-up power. 4n July 31, 200'7,the Board of Directors of the Coachells Valley Water Dishict approved the above described pmject and made the following determinations: 1. Determined the project will not have a significant effect on the environment. 2. A Negative Declaration was prepared for this project pursuant to the provisions of CEQA. 3. Mitigation measures were not made a condition of the approval of the project. The Negative Declaration and record of pmject appmval may be examined at Coachella Valley Water District's Headquarters at 85-995 Avenue 52,Coachella,California 92236. Date: July 31,2007 . � J � Hernandez, ecretary of the as�d of Directors of�' Coachella Valiey Water Dis ct LS:dd�brdleac1071CVWD 81dg�NOU . . ( �. � RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF � COACHELLA VALLEY WATER DISTRICT RESOLUTION NO. 2007-198 1 BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Directors of the Coachella Valley Water District 2 as.sembled in adjourned regular meeting this 31�day of July,2007, after independently 3 reviewing and analyzing the proceedings and recommendations of the District's Environmental 4 Assessment Committee, which independently reviewed and considered the DraR Negative 5 Declaration dated June 14,2007, for CVWD Palm Desert Administration Facility in accordance 6 with CEQA and the State CEQA guidelines, and all other applicable rules and regulations in � deciding whether to approve the proposed project, it hereby approves the preparation of a g Negative Declaration; and � 9 BE TT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Environmental Assessment Committee: 10 1. Circulated the draft documents which reflect its independent judgment in regard to the 11 �option of a Negative Declaration. 12 2. As part of the adoption of the Negative Declaration, find that it reflects the 13 i�dependent judgment of the Environmental Assessment Committee in regard to its approval of 14 the project. 15 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Negative Declaration is in compliance with �6 CEQA requirements in that the Board of Directors and the Environmental Assessment 1� Committee make the findings listed below regarding the de minimis exemrtion from the 1$ payment of filing fees to the DepaRment of Fish and Game: �9 1. The project's name is CVWD Administration Facility. 20 2. Said project is located at the corner of Hovley Lane East and Beacon Hill Drive in 21 Palm Desert, Riverside County, in a portion of Section 10,Township 5 South, Range 6 East, San 22 Bemardino Base and Meridian. 23 3. An Initial Study has been conducted by the Environmental Assessment Committee so 24 as to evaluate the potential for adverse environmental impacts. 25 4. When considering the re�ord as a whole in regard to the Negative Declaration 26 27 , ( �,. . . � 1 for the approval of ihe project, there is no evidence hefore this Board of Directois or 2 Environmental Assessment Committee that the proposed project will have a potential for an 3 adverse effect on wildlife resources or the habitat upon which wildlife depends and that the 4 project involves no potendal for adverse effect,either individually or cumulatively, on wildlife. 5 5. The Board Secretary is the custodian of documents or other materials which constitute 6 the record of proceedings upon which the Board of Directors'decision is based and aze located at � District's Coachella office. 8 b. The Board of Directors and the Environmental Assessment Committee have, on the 9 basis of substantial evidence,rebutted the presumpdon of adverse effect contained in the 10 requirernents set forth pursuant to Title 14,Califomia Code of Regulations, Section 753.5(d). 11 gE TT FINALLY RESOLVED that the Board Secretary of this District is hereby 12 authorized to prepaze and file a Notice of Determinarion on this project. 13 * * * * * * * * * * 14 15 l6 1,� STATE OF CALIFORNIA COACHELLA VALLEY WATER DISTRICT ) ss. 18 OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY ) 19 I,NLIA HERNANDEZ, Secretary of the Boazd of Directors of the Coachella Valley 20 Water District, DO HEREBY CERTIFY that the foregoing is a full, true and correct copy of 21 Resolution No. 2007-198 adopted by the Board of Directors of said District at an adjourned 22 regular meeting thereof duly held and convened on the 31�`day of July, 2007, at which meeting a 23 quorum of said Boazd was present and acting throughout. 24 Dated this 3 l�`day af July, 2007. 25 26 • � 27 (SEAL) oard Secret 28 29 30 . , ( (,. .Q STATE OF CALIFORNIA-THE RESOURCES AGENCY v _. �iG�� Pi1e: Op75.2o DEPARTMENT OF FISH AND GAME �V �O ENVIRONMENTAL FILtNG FEE CASH RECEIPT G�1`N�� Re�e�pt u zoo�ooszz Leod,�grnry: COACHELLA VALLEY WATER DISTRICT Dnu: 08l13/2007 co�ry,ag�ary of F+nng: Riverside pocument No: 200700922 Projrc►Tide: COACHELLA VALLEY WATER DISTRICT PALM DESERT ADMMISTRATIVE FAC[L1TY Prcj�or.aPal��r.�ro,n�: COACHELLA VALLEY WATERDIST PhorreN�mber.• . ProjscrApplrcan�Addre.r.r: P.O. BOX 1058 COACHELLA CA 92236 P.o�«r.�pPli�a►,�: Local Public Agency CHECK APPLICABLE FEES: []6»veraementaf lmpaet Repor! �Negalive Deelaration I 800.00 []Apptication Fte Woler Dlversion(State Wattr Reaources Con�ro!Board OnlyJ ❑Project Subjecl to Cesl�ed Regu/alory Progrrnns (�Counry Admin�stratlon Fee $(�,QQ ❑Projeet Iha!is exempt from jees(DeMinimrs Exemp�ion) ❑Project that is exempt from jees(Nottce ojEsrmptlon) Tota/Reca/ved 1864.00 Cl� � Srgnature ond tttle ojpe►aon receiving payment: Notes: SCANNED�;�x � , � ' ' FILE: 0075.15 st�n ns cv_senr� �wwa�d��..��e....�.��. .. NAT{VE AMEaCAN HEaTAGE CAMM1SS10N su c�rrra�w��,�oorsu s,►c�ra c�.u+. �� o � � w.r a�.ae,r,n„mriomt ��+� e . .+�.r:a-wAo�vm�rnt A V r ��1pp1 ,wh►��,zoo� , vw °- Mr.Lulw S�onw,EmrironmenW 3pecali�t G• • � �� Co�h�M�VNiry wwar oisbiat � P.O.Boot 1058 , Coad�.C/1�Q"�3d R�: 3C�i�20070611D� Dur Mr.Stowr: Th�nic you for iM opportuNty b oomment on Ih�above-��nc�d docum�nt. 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Caq�t in�armtAion tor 1hs IMamaYon C�rwrwt you b waia6b trom!M Std�011ica ot Fislork Pnanafbn(01�53.7278� TM rsoord seKch wi�debmtine: • If a put or th�ontlnr APE has bs�n Pnvbusy wrvy�d for cutburM rosouroa. • If any Imown aildrnl n�outws hsv�alroady been aoonMd In or adj�osnt b fhs APE. • if 1M probab��y is bw, mod�rab�,or Mph IMt cwlturd r�ouroe��r�s IocaMd In th�APE. • If s wn�r is»qt�red�o deb�min�w1►e�►er praniioaNy�sra�cpd�d a�lunl asouraa m qrsent �l If an ard�aeoloplal im�nbry wrvay�S roquirod,��find shps is tfa prepaalfon af a p�o�npoR de�lin0 tM Mdlnpa and noomrt»nd�liorr d th�noord�searr�and Mld suney. • Th��ral r�port conWnfnp�iorms.W�Npniiksnc�.and milp�tion nwe�urws should b�sub�r�itted j��lf��D�+�O d�0�� dnp sNr bc�llorn.Nsfiv�Arn�ric�n hum�n rwnaiir,and sao�bd iur�ary objscb shoufd bs in a sepe�eb oonAdw�ed add�ndum,and not b�mads evahDls fot pubic dsdowrs. • r�plor�l��d�alodeal IMonnallon C�.wiM�in 3 morMNs�16�r work h�s bs�n compl�ed b iM app�priaee�, J cont�t M+�Naw�MMdcan H�rfe�pa Canmissbn(NAtIC)for. �._ • A Sacnd Lands FIe(8L.F)�aroh d tf�project an�and irM�me�on on Mb�l c�onOscH in th�P�1� vianily tlat mry Mv�sdditlo�ul dilEual ro�ourCa ktlbm�ort.P1�s pp�rids INs o�flfa with ths toYowinp caihron�'�m�t b s�twilh 11�i3spM!Lands Fil�Nar+�h r�q�Nst • Tt►.wwc advi..s a,.+s.a raAiw llmeric�an Morr�on.�o.n.ua qop.►ro.t,uncauon and a.r.�►.n cufa,nd rMouras Mat ms�r b�dNcw�nd. TM NNiC reoommend�th�t oorrtac;t b�nmd��ilh to y�t 1Mir bD�t on po�r�r Proj�t imD�d(/�PE1• J Ladc d sudaoo wkl�d sn��ob�cd ro�ouro�s do�s not pr�dud�tlMir wDsurf�a�ocisE�no�. • Le�d psnci�s shald hdt�1n the��tloa Phn D�vi�Orx fot Ihs Id�Mi/c.a�ia�and sv�n d aodd�kal�r dsc�ov�rod src�aionical n�aras.P�r C�Y1f�rNa EmrkomnenW aw�ty Ad(CE(]A)�15084.5(�. In srwr d id�NMbd u�ob�fcal s�vlty.s aAlA�d�eoiQpkt and s a�turslly sflNiawd Ndiv� Mwican,wilh Ia�owMdp�in c�ural rwo�rcea.thould monfbor a�pnaw�d.ds0ubinp activilles. • Lead aQencies�hould k�ak�in�mi�lon Phn Pnariaorr tor th�dePaira►ot noov�red a�cb,In corMtrf�don wilh aiN�un�►aAf�d NWv�Americarr. J le�d apsnd�s rhould bdud�D�ovi�ns for ciscoti�rp d Nab�An�ian Auman romsins or unmark�d am�eri�s in their mitlQetloe�ptrn. • CEOA dideW�,3ectlon 150Q4.5(d1��th�Ised apenv�t bo Mrork w11h tlw Netive Americans idet�Med by Ws C.ommi�ion if IFn�litl BhidY i4en01iw 1M pres�na a'tYc�y Or�na d N�Ehr�Americsn hum�n ramairn witl�in tl+a APE. CEGA(�idrYrws pr+ovid�ior a�nb wilh Nedve Art�ican,id�nWJad b�r the SCANNED i NAFIC,�o saur�1M appropdN�and dpnilbd tr�ab�wnt ot Naliv�AirMrican huma�remaim and any as�ootabed �rave N�rn. J HesNh and S�r Cods�7050.5.Public R�souro�s Cod�§5007.98�nd 3�c.§15064.5(�of IM CECA t3uidoNn�s msndtl�prooaduras Eo b�lbllawd in Ih�ov�nt d an aocidwMal dscov�ry d�ny Mnnan nmair�in s �ocation o1Mu�ihan s dedo�d oee�ry. Pl�ss�fN11n�b oontact nM�t(�1�853-d251 if you har�sny qurstlons. Sin rsy, Dave Propnm Cc: StaE�p�a�ir��a»s Athchmsnt L�t of NaUv�Arris�iCan Conh�ls �! . , . � � { �` � � �G...`' , Flle: 0075.20 . � .-.� --- -. _ ... � Department of Toxic Substances Control � Maureen F.Gors�n,Director ��Rm S.ndama 5T96 Corporate Avsnue nmad scnwwzenepper s��v fa Cypress, Califomia 90630 �� Enviranmental Protection � • � � RECEIV ED �. August 9, 2007 � AUG 18 2007 C.�•�N•�' . �"".'" M�. Luke StOWe r � � Senior Environmental Specialist . � Development Services Department � . Coachella Valley Water District(CVWD) _ � � 85-995Avenue 52 � � Coachella. Califomia 92236 � � NOTICE OF INTENT TO ADOPT A NEGATIVE DECLARATION FOR THE . COACHELLA VALLEY WATER DISTRICT PALM DESERT ADMINISTRATIVE . FACILITY PROJECT AT THE CORNER OF HOVLEY LANE EAST AND BEACON H�L�.DRIVE IN RIVERS4DE.COUN,T_�;IN A PORTION OF SECTION 10, TOWNSHIP :5,.SOUTM, RANG�:.6 EAST, SAN,B��RNARDINO BASE AND MERIDIAN . (S�H##2007061103) . ; .. - , . . � � Dear Mr. Stowe: The Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC) ha� received your submitted . Notice of Intent of an Initiaf Study/ Negative Dedaration (IS/ND)for the above- mentioned project. The foli.owing project description is stated in your document: "The Coachella Valley Water District Palm Desert Administrative Facility includes the � _ construction of a new administrative office building on 5.84 acres of vacant land. The � new structure includes a board room and office space for 108 employess in the finance, � � communications, engineering, administ�ative, human resources and risk management departments. The two-story building wil! be approximate{y 42,000 square feet in total floor area. There wi{I be a surface parking lot with 114 employee parking spaces along . the west side of the new building and.114 public parking spaces locafed in front of the � building. A parking area for approximately 45 heavy vehicles is also proposed in the southemmost portion of the pa�cel: Site development will include grading, sewer, water and storm drain facllities, paving, exterior lighting and landscape constructiqn, security wal�s/fencing and�gates, Also included is the (nstal{ation of a diesel-fueled generatorfor . back-up power," :DTSC provides comments as foNows: , ; ,� . , � Printed on Recyded Paper . � ( ( . Mr. Luke Stowe August 9, 2007 � Page 2 . 1) The ND should identify the current or historic uses at the pr�ject site that may have resulted i�a release of hazardous wastes/substances. 2) The ND should identify the known or potentially contaminated sites within the pro�osed Project area. For aU iden 'trfied sites, the ND should evaluate whether conditfons at the site may pose a threat to human health or the environment Following are the databases of some of the regulato.ry agencies: • � National Priorities List(NPL): A fist maintained by the United States � � Environmantal Protection Agency(U.S.EPA). • Envirostor(formerly CalSites): A Database primarily used by the Califomia � Departrnent of Toxic Substances Co�trol. accessible th�ough DTSC's website . (see below). • Resource Conservation and Recovery Information System.(RCR1S): A database � of RCRA faci{ities that is maintained by U.S. EPA. � • Comprehensivs Environmental Response Compensatton and Liability Information System (CERCLIS): A database of CERCLA sites that is maintained by U.3:EPA. . . • Solid Waste Information System (SWIS): A database provided by the Califomia Integrated Waste Management Board which consists of both open as well as closed and inactive solid waste disposal facilities and transfer stations. • Leaking Underground Storage Tanks (LUST)/Spills, Leaks, Investigations and Cleanups (SLI.C): A list that is maintained by Regional Water Quality Control Boards. � • Locat Counties and Cities maintain lists for hazardous substances cleanup sites and leaking underground storage tanks. • The United States Army Corps of Engineers, 911 Wilshire Boulevard� Los Angeles, California, 90017, (213)452-3908, maintains a list of Formerly Used Defense $ites (FUDS). , 3) The ND should identify the mechanism to initiate any required investigation. and%or remediation for any site that may be contaminated, and the government . agency to provide appropriate regufatory oversight. If necessary, DTSC would , ' . , Mr. Luke Stowe . � ` August 9, 2007 Page 3 . �� require an oversight agreement in order to review such documents. Please see comment No.17 betow for�more information. 4) Alt environmenta( investigations, sampling and/or remediation for the site should be conducted under a WorkPlan approved and overseen by a regulatory agency that has jurisdiction to oversee hazardous substance cleanup. The findings of any inves#igations, including any Phase I or il Environmental Site.Assessment , Investigations should be summarized in the document. All sampling results in which hazardous substances were found should be dearly summarized in a � . table. 5) Proper Investigation, sampling and remedial actions overseen by the respective � . regulatory agencies� 'rf necessary� should be conducted at the site prior to the . . new development or any construction. All closure, certification or remediation � approval reports by these agencies should be induded in the ND. 6) If any properEy adjacent to the proJect slte is contaminated with hazardous chemicals, and if the proposed project is wfthin 2,000 feet from a contaminated site�then the proposed development may fal{within the "Border Zone of a Contaminated Property." Appropriate pcecautions should be.taken prior to � � construction ff�the proposed project is within a Border Zone Property. 7) If buildings ar other structures, asphalt or concrete-paved surtace areas are � being planned to be demolished, an investiga�on should be conducted for the presence of other related hazardous chemicals, lead-based paints o�products, . mercury, and asbestos containing materials (ACMs). If other hazardous chemicats, lead-based paints or products, mercury or ACMs.are identified, proper precautions should be taken during demolition activities. Additionallj►� the � . contaminants should be remediated in compliance with Califomia environmental regulations and policies. � 8). The project construction may require soil excavation or filling in certain areas. Sampling may be required. If soii is contaminated, it must be properly disposed and not simply placed in another location onsite. Land Disposal Restrictions (LDRs) may be applicable to such soils. Also, if the project proposes to import soil to bac�ll the areas excavated, sampling should be conducted to ensure that the imported soil is free of cantamination. � 9) Your document states: `The CVWD Facility design and construction will follow all applicable federal, state, and local safety guidelines." Humar� health and the environment of sensitive receptors should be protected during the construction or . ( . ( Mr. Luke Stowe August 9, 2007� . . � Page 4 , , , dernolition activities. If it is found r�ecessary, a study of the site and a health nsk assessment overseen and approved by the appropriate govemment agency and a qual�ed health risk assessor should be conducted to determine if there are, have been. or will be, any releases of hazardous materials that may pose a risk to human heatth or the environment. � 10) . If it is determined that hazardous wastes are,.or will be, generated by the �proposed operatlons, the wastes�must be managed in acxordance with the . Califomia.Hazardous Waste Control Law (Califomia Health and Safety Code. Division 20, Chapter 6�.5� and the Hazardous Waste Control Regulations � (Califomia Code df Regulations,Title 22� Division 4.5). 1.1) � !f it is determined that hazardous wastes are or will be generated and the wastes are (a)stored in tanks or containers for more than ninety days, (b)_treated onsite, or (c)d(sposed of onsite,then a permit from DTSC may be required. {f so, the , facility shou{d contact DTSC at(714)484-5423 to initiate pre-application discussions and deteRnine the peRnittfng process applicable to the facility. . 12) If it is determined that hazardous wastes will be generated, the facility should obtain a United States Environmental Protection.Agency Identification Number by con#acting (800) 61&6942. � , 13) Certain hazardous waste treatment processes may require authorization from the � local CerGfied Unified Program Agency(CUPA).� lnformation about the . requirement for authorization can be obtained by contacting your local QUPA. 14) If the project plans include discharging wastewater ta a storm drain, you may be required to obtain an NPDES permit from the overseeing Reglonal Water Quality Control Boacd (RWoCB). 15) If du�ng constructionldemolition of the project, the soil and/or groundwater contamination is suspected, constructionldemolition in the area would cease and appropriate heatth and safety pracedures should be implemented. 16) If the site was used for agricultural or related activities� onsite soils and groundwater might contain pesticides, agriculiural chem'rcal, organic waste or other related residue. Proper investigation, and remedial actions, if necessary, should be conducted under the oversight of and approved by a govemment agency at the site prior to constructfon of the project. � � ( Mr. Luke Stowe August 9, 2007 . . Page 5 . � 17) Envirostor(formeriy CalSites) is a database primarily used by the California Depa�tment of Toxic Substances Control, and is accessible through DTSC's website. DTSC can provide guidanc�for cleanup oversight througt�an Environmental Oversight Agreement (EOA)for govemment agencles, or a � Voluntary Cleanup Agreement(VCA)for private parties. For addltional information on the EOA please see www.dtsc.ca.gov/SiteCleanupBrownfields, or contact Maryam Tasnif-Abbasi, DTSC's Voluntary Cleanup Coordinator, at (714) 484-5489 for the VCa. � � - '�� If you have�any questans regarding this letter, please contact Ms. Teresa Hom. Project � Manager, at (714)484-5477 or email at thom(c�dtsc.ca.gov. � Sincerely, " � � , � Greg Holmes . Unit Chief � Southem Califomia Cleanup Operations Branch - Cypress Office � � cc: Govemo�s Office of Planning and Research . State Clearinghouse P.O. Box 3044 � Sacramento� Califomia 95812-3044 � CEQA Tracking Center � Department of Toxic Substances Control Office of Environmental Planning and Analysis 1001 I Street. 21nd Floor, M.S. 22-2 � Sacramento� Califomia 95814 CEQA#1723 � . r � � � � ' CITY OF PALM DESERT INTEROFFICE MEMORANDUM TO: Department of Community DevelopmenUPlanning Attention: Kevin Swartz FROM: Phil Joy, Associate Transportation Planner SUBJECT: PP 7-9 CVWD Facility on Hovley Ln DATE: August 17, 2007 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS 1. All landscape maintenance shall be performed by the property owner and the applicant shall enter into a landscape maintenance agreement with the city for the life of the project, consistent with the Property Maintenance Ordinance ( Ord. 801) and the approved landscaped plan. 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. 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. 4. The project shall be subject to Transportation Uniform Mitigation Fees ( TUMF� . Payment of said fees shall be at the time of building permit issuance. 5. A standard inspection fee shall be paid prior to issuance of grading permits. 6. Drainage fees, in accordance with Section 26.49 of the Palm Desert Municipal Code shall be paid.prior to issuance of grading permits DESIGN REQUIREMENTS 7. Storm drain 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. 8. Complete grading and improvement plans/specifications shall be submitted to the Public Works Director for checking and approval prior to issuance of any permits. 9. 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. 10. Pad elevations are subject to review and modification in accordance with Chapter 26 of the Palm Desert Municipal Code. (� � • 11. Landscape installation shall be drought tolerant in nature and in accordance with the City_s Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance ( 24.04) . 12. Landscape plans shall be submitted for review concurrently with grading plans and shall show all utility ( and vault) locations. CONSTRUCTION REQUIREMENTS 13. Full public improvements, as required by Section 26 of the Palm Desert Municipal Code, shall be installed in accordance with applicable City standards including: � 6' curbside sidewalk on Beacon Hill and 6' meandering sidewalk, 4' back of curb, on Hovley Lane. • 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. 14. All public and private improvements shall be inspected by the Department of Public Works and a standard inspection fee shall be paid prior to issuance of grading permits. No occupancy permit shall be granted until public improvements have been completed. 15. Applicant shall comply with provisions of Palm Desert Municipal Code Section 24.12, Fugitive Dust Control as well as Section 24.20, Storm water Management and Discharge Control. 16. 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. SPECIAL CONDITIONS 17. Parcel map(waiver) shall be required to alter lot line that extends through proposed structure. Phil Joy �`"°�"u � RIVERSIDE�`..�:�UNTY �E�fjNE YR01fOCHj�ON� � � FIRE DEPARTMENT In c��craci�>n ��irh r{�e � F ��Wi c.u. � "' Califc�rnia 1�epartment c�f Furctirry an�i l�ire I'rutt�ti�+�ti 210 West San Jacinto Avenue • Perris, California 92570 • (909) �J40-6900 • FAX (909)940-6910 �� CEIVE� �trurrtn Tom Tisdafe '�"� Fire Chief i'f�� 0 6 �l Cove Fire Marshal's Office 73710 Fred Waring Drivc #102 �8��,y�Ty pEVELOPMENT DEPART�dE�T Proudly serving the p��m Dcsert CA 92260 unincorporated CITY OF PALM DESERT areas ot Riverside (��)346-1870 County and the cities of: Banning T�: �ZU�f('� s�-�-��`2��, DA`rl?: �j�`]�� 0 eeaumont O Calimesa REF: 2. �-"CJ � � �� ^�I � � �'(� ��—t f� 0 Canyon Lake Tf circled, conditions an�lv to �roiect d�l- �� 4 Coachella d � With respect to the conditions of approval regarding the :ibovc Desert Hot Springs referenced ro ect, the fire de artment recommends the followin fire � P .I P fi indian Wells protection measures be provided in accordance with City M��niri��:�l '� Code, NFPA, CFC, and CBC or any recognized f+ire Proicciion Indio .y Standards: Lake Elsir.ore The Fire Department is required to set a mii�imijm tire ilow fi�,• tl�c La�Quinta remodel or construction of all buildin s er UFC article 87. .� A fire flow of 1500 gpm for a 1-hour duration �t 20 psi residu:il Moreno Valley pressure must be avaitabte before any combustible materi�l is pl:�ceci A Palm Desert on the iob site. > Provide or show there exists a water system c�pable of providin�; :i Perris gpm flow of i Rancho Mirage 3. 1500 gpm for single family dwellings � 4. 2500 gpm for multifamily dwellings San Jacinto , � 3000 gnm for commerciat buildings , Temecula The required fire flow shall be available frorn a wet t�arrel 5��cr Hydrant (s) 4"x 2 '/z" x 2 '/z", tocated not less th�n 2S' nor m�rc tl�:in: G. 200' from any portion of a single family dwelling measurcci vi:i Board o(Supervisors vehicular travelway 7. 165' from any portion of a multifamily dwcllinK mc:�sured vi.� e°b eus'e` vehicular travetwa oislrict 1 y �5�.` 150' from any portion of a commcrcill buildin� mcasurcd via John Tavaglione vehicular travelwa District 2 Water Plans must be approved by thc t�ire M.irsh:il .ind inc{ucic Jim Venable verification that the water system will nroduce tl�e required fire Row. Districl 3 10. Please be advised the proposed project may not be feasible since tl�e Roy Wilson o;sc�;��4 existin�water mains will not meet the required fire flow. Tom Mullen Dislrict 5 ' � ( l 1. Install a complete NFPA 13 fire sprinkler system. 'f his .tpplics lo .ill buildings with a 3000 square t'oot total cumul:�tivc iloor:irca. 'Tlic Fire Marshal shali approved the locations of all post indic;�tor v:�lvcs :in�i fire department connections. All vafves and connections sf�:itl not l�e less than 25' from the building and within SO' of an approvc�i h drant. Exem ted are one and two famil dwellin s. 1 All valves controlling the water supply for �utomatic s��rinklc�• systems and Water-tlow sw�tches shall be monitored �nd .�I:u•mcct per CBC Chaater 9. (�3� Install a fire alarm system as required bv the [1I3C Ch:»ter 3. 14 Install portable fire extinguishers per Nf PA 10, but not less il►:u� onc 2AlOBC extinguisher per 3000 square feet and not uver 7S' w:�llcin� distance. A "K" type fire extinguisher is requircd in �II comrucrci:�l kitchens. 1S. Instatl a Hood/Duct automatic fire extinguishing system ��er N 1�f'A 9G in all public and private cooking operations except sin�le-fam;ly residentiat usage. 16. Instal! a dust collecting system per Cf�'C Chapter 7G if conducti��; :u� oqeration that �roduces airborne narticles. l7. All building sh�ll be accessible by an all-weather roadway extencli�►g to within 1S0' of a11 portions of the exterior walls of tl�e tirst stc��y. The roadway shall not be less than 24' of unobstructed widtl� :��ui 13' 6" of verticAl clearance. Where parallet parking is requirecl on both sides of the street the roadway must be 3G"' wide anci 32' H�ie1c with parking on one side. Dead-end roads in exress of 1S0' shall l�c provided with a minimum 45' radius turn-aro«nd SS' in inciustri:�l develonments. � Whenever access into private property is controlled tl�rou�►h usc uf gates, barriers or other means provisions shall t�e made to inst.�lf :� "Knox Box" key over-ride system to allow for emer�ency vet�icic� access. Minimum gate width shall be 16" with ,� minimi�m ver�ir:�l clearance of 13'6". 19. A dead end single access over S00' will requ+re :� seconci:uy .�ccess, sprinkfers or other mitigative rneasures ��rproved by tl�e I�ire Marshal. Under no circumstance shall a de�d end aver 130(J' I►e accepted. . . � � � 20. A second access is required. This can be accomplished by two m:�in �ccess points from a main roadway or.�n emer�ency �,�tc from :in adioininQ development. 21. This project may require licensing by a state or county ��;ency, to facilitate plan review the applicant shali prepare :ind submil to tl�r Fire Marshal a letter of intent detailing the pro��oscd usa�c :�nci occu anc e. 2 Ail buildings shall have illuminated addresses of:� sizc :ippr��ve�i l�y the ci . 3. All fire sprinkler systems, fixed fire suppression systems anci :�{�rm plans must be submitted separately to the Fire Marshal for a��provai rior to construction. 2 Conditions subject to change with adoption of new codes, orclin;�ncrs, laws, or when building permits are not obtained within twclvc months. 25 All elevators shall be minimum Qurney size. All questions regarding the meaning of these conditiuns should bc rel'rrrcd to the Fire Marshal's Of�ice at (760)346-1870 in Palm Desert. Location: 73710 Fred Waring Drive#222, Palm Desert CA 922G0 Other: . �i tR-e "T�Lnc�Gf M-r.��-c"' �cl�i S ��EorCQ_ 'T�� t�.�Q.P� SZ� G�i Si�2 �� S'�'� �_� Sincerely, David A. Avila Fire Marshal ' ` � �� CITY OF PALM DESERT � � BUILDING & SAFETY DEPARTMENT INTEROFFICE MEMORANDUM To: Kevin Swartz, Assistant Planner From: Sam Szymanski, Senior Plans Examiner Date: February 14, 2008 Subject: C2 07-01, PP 07-09 and CUP 07��0 �2nd` i I have reviewed the information provided and have the following comments: 1. Project must conform to the current State of California Codes adopted at the time of plan check submittal. The following are the codes enforced at this time: 2007 CALIFORNIA BUILDING CODE (Based on 2006 IBC) 2007 CALIFORNIA MECHANICAL CODE (Based on 2006 UMC) 2007 CALIFORNIA PLUMBING CODE (Based on 2006 UPC) 2007 CALIFORNIA ELECTRICAL CODE (Based on 2005 NEC) 2007 CALIFORNIA ENERGY CODE (Based on the 2005 Energy Stds) 2007 CALIFORNIA BUILDING STANDARDS ADMINISTRATIVE CODE 2007 CALIFORNIA FIRE CODE 2. An approved automatic fire sprinkler system shall be installed required for this structure. 3. Compliance with Ordinance 1124, Local Energy Efficiency Standards. The requirements are more restrictive than the 2005 California Energy Standards. Please obtain a copy of the Ordinance for further information. 4. A disabled access overlay of the precise grading plan is required to be submitted to the Dept of Building and Safety for plan review of the site accessibility requirements as per 2007 CBC Chapter 11 B and Chapter 10. 5. All exits must provide an accessible path of travel to the public way. (CBC 1024.6 & 11276.1) oou,menv r �� 6. Detectable warnings shall be provided where required per CBC 1133B.8 and 11276.5 (7). The designer is also required to meet all ADA requirements. Where an ADA requirement is more restrictive than the State of California, the ADA requirement shall supercede the State requirement. 7. Provide an accessible path of travel to the trash enclosure. The trash enclosure is required to be accessible. Please obtain a detail from the Dept of Building and Safety. 8. All contractors and subcontractors shall have a current City of Palm Desert Business License prior to permit issuance per Palm desert Municipal Code, Title 5. 9. All contractors and/or owner-builders must submit a valid Certificate of Worker's Compensation Insurance coverage prior to the issuance of a building permit per California Labor Code, Section 3700. 10. Address numerals shall comply with Palm Desert Ordinance No. 1006 (Palm Desert Municipal Code 15.04.110 through 15.04.160). Compliance with Ordinance 1006 regarding street address location, dimension, stroke of line, distance from street, height from grade, height from street, etc. shall be shown on all architectural building elevations in detail. Any possible obstructions, shadows, lighting, landscaping, backgrounds or other reasons that may render the building address unreadable shall be addressed during the plan review process. You may request a copy of Ordinance 1006 from the Department of Building and Safety counter staff. 11. Please contact Debbie Le Blanc, Land Management Specialist, at the Department of Building and Safety (760-776-6420) regarding the addressing of all buildings and/or suites. Dacument7 ( i t� . CITY Of �� rllirl DES � R1 I 73-510 FRED WARING DRIVE I PALM DESERT, CALIFORI�(tA g2260-2578 ` TEL: �60 346—o6tt i F�vc: 760 34i-7oq8 � info@palm-desert.org February 13, 2008 ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMiSS10N ACTION CASE N�: GPA 07-02 / C/Z OT-01 / PP 07-09/ CUP 07-10 APPLICANT lAND ADDRESSI: WLC ARCHITECTS, INC., PHUC TRAN, 10470 Foothill Blvd. Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730 NATURE OF PROJECT/APPROVAL SOUGHT; Preliminary approval of architecture for a new 42,512 square foot Administration Building; Coachella Valley Water District. LOCATION: 75-515 Hovley Lane East ZONE: SI Upon reviewing the plans and presentations submitted by staff and by the applicant, the Architectural Review Commission granted preliminary approval of architecture and landscaping subject to: 1) a restudy of the mechanical equipment screening to create an architectural feature; and 2) allowing the elevator tower to come to a point. Date of Action: February 12, 2008 Vote: Motion carried 4-0-0-2, with Commissioner Hanson and Lambell absent (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 Architecturaf Review Commission to the Department of Building and Safety. CONTINUED CASES: !n order to be placed on the next meeting's agenda, new or revised plans must be submitted no later than 9:00 a.m. the Monday eight days prior to the next meeting. CJ rwim a�iouu rw� ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMISSION MINUTES FEBRUARY 12, 2008 4. CASE NO: PP 07-14 APPLICANT (AND ADDRESS): BILL LANG, COMMERCE REALTY, 149 Palos Verde Blvd Ste E, Redondo Beach, CA 90277 NATURE OF PROJECT/APPROVAL SOUGHT: Approval of a Precise Plan amendment and architectural review for an extensive remodel and minor addition to an existing 76,393 sq. ft. retail center: EI Paseo Plaza and Marketplace (Jensen's) LOCATION: 73-547 to 73-613 Highway 111 ZONE: C-1 SP Action: Continued due to lack of quorum. 5. CASE NO: GPA 07-02 / C/Z 07-01 / PP 07-09 / CUP 07-10 APPLICANT (AND ADDRESS): WLC ARCHITECTS, INC., PHUC TRAN, 10470 Foothill Blvd. Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730 NATURE OF PROJECT/APPROVAL SOUGHT: Approval of architecture for a new 42,512 square foot Administration Building; Coachella Valley Water District. LOCATION: 75-515 Hovley Lane East ZONE: SI Mr. Swartz presented the project and summarized the staff report. He stated that this project was reviewed a couple of months ago as a miscellaneous item. The building was 52 feet in height and it has since been reduced to 40 feet in height. He presented the elevations and stated that this was without any landscaping. From residential to building it will be 200 feet set back from property. Commissioner DeLuna asked for the height on the two story condominiums across the street. Mr. Swartz stated that it was around 25 feet. Commissioner DeLuna wanted to know what the continuity was of the 40 foot height with the other commercial buildings around it. Mr. Swartz stated that it blends in with the other commercial buildings and that the overall height of the zone, Service Industrial is 35 feet. If they want it to be comparable to the G:\PlanrongUarnne Judy\Word Files�ARC Minutes�2008WR080212.doc Page 12 of 18 ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMISSION MINUTES FEBRUARY 12, 2008 surrounding buildings in the area, we would want it around 35 feet in height. Commissioner DeLuna asked what the percentage of space was above the 35 feet. Mr. Swartz stated that the main parapet is right at 30 feet so the percentage above the 35 feet was minimal compared to the overall height. He suggested that they could on certain tower elevations lower the pitch a little. Commissioner DeLuna asked if this sits down below the street level and how far. Mr. Swartz answered that it was three feet. Commissioner Van Vliet stated that the height wasn't really an issue; iYs a detached building and not right next door to anything. Commissioner Vuksic asked how they were getting on the roof. Mr. Phuc Tran, Architect, stated that there was a stairway and an elevator up to the roof for maintenance purposes. Commissioner Vuksic asked what the parapet heights were in relation to the mechanical equipment. Mr. Tran answered that it was about three or four feet. Commissioner Vuksic stated that he was concerned with the west elevation. Mr. Tran stated that you will see a little of the mechanical screen wal{ on the west elevation facing Beacon Hill. Commissioner Vuksic stated that the screen wall looks as high as the ridge of the main roof element and asked if the mechanical equipment was that high. Mr. Tran stated that with the mechanical curb it would be about seven to eight feet high. The unit is six feet or so with the mechanical curb and then you need room for flashing for the roof to come up so you would want at least fourteen inches for mechanical curb. Commissioner Vuksic asked if they could have more of a continuous element there that connects the sloped roof elements. Looking at the west elevation on the right side of it there is a nice hip roof and back from that is the screen. He asked if there was some way they could run that element across to continue it back from the hip to maintain those lines. Commissioner Vuksic stated that the windows were pretty close to the surface of the walls. There was a lot of windows and he did not see any shadow lines which is probably an accurate depiction. Mr. Tran stated that they have a twelve inch CMU wall and where the windows occur there would be eight inch CMU. The Commission reviewed and discussed the shadow lines. Commissioner Vuksic indicated that on the north elevation there are a couple of roofs that have steeper pitches than the others. He also pointed out another bigger one on the north elevation with a G:\PlanningUan�ne Judy\Word FiiesWRC Minutes�2008WR080212.doc Page 13 of 18 ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMISSION MINUTES FEBRUARY 12, 2008 steep roof and asked it was steeper. Mr. Tran said that that was the original pitch and when they had to lower the building they had to revise the pitch to a 40 foot high roof. Commissioner Vuksic asked if it would hurt them to shallow the pitch of that element to match the other pitches. Mr. Tran stated that they could take a look at that but indicated that it was getting too squatty. The two roofs in front will help make the building look less squatty. Commissioner Gregory stated that it would show a lot more of the building surface if they flattened the plan. Commissioner Gregory asked if they were truncating the tower just to maintain the maximum roof height and if so, he advised them not to do that because it would look better if they didn't. Mr. Tran agreed. Commissioner Gregory stated that penetrating the maximum height with some type of architectural feature is a good thing and makes a building more interesting, but trying to keep everything below a certain height makes buildings less interesting. Commissioner Van Vliet asked if there were two huge air handlers on the roof; was it one big system and how was it controlled. Mr. Tran stated that there would be one for the first floor and one for the second floor. It is a water cooler system with a mechanical closure at grade level that feeds the water to the air handlers. Commissioner Vuksic stated that he wanted to move the project forward and as far as screening the mechanical equipment he asked if staff would review the applicanYs solution. Mr. Levine stated that the way the staff report was written up it only talks about the building and architecture and what they were looking for was landscaping as well. He indicated that Mr. Spencer Knight, Landscape Manager had talked with Ms. Diane Hollinger, Landscape Specialist, and that she could comment on that. Ms. Hollinger stated that they have been working with the landscape architect on the design and they have come in and made some changes that we have suggested and we are fine with those changes at this stage. Mr. Swartz handed out copies of the landscape plans and the Commission reviewed them. G'\PlanningUarone Judy�Word FileSWRC Minutes�200BWR080212.doc Page 14 of 18 ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMISSION MINUTES FEBRUARY 12, 2008 Commissioner Vuksic made the motion to approve with the condition that the applicants restudy the screening of the mechanical equipment creating an architectural feature that connects some of the other hip roof forms and reviewed by staff, and that the elevator tower be allowed to come to a point rather than being truncated. Action: It was moved by Commissioner Vuksic and seconded by Commissioner DeLuna, to grant preliminary approval of architecture and landscaping subject to: 1) a restudy of the mechanical equipment screening to create an architectural feature; and 2) allowing the elevator tower to come to a point. Motion carried 4-0-0-2, with Commissioner Hanson and Lambell absent. 6. CASE NO: SA 08-21 APPLICANT (AND ADDRESS): BEST SIGNS, INC. 1550 S. Gene Autry Trail, Palm Springs, CA 92264 NATURE OF PROJECT/APPROVAL SOUGHT: Amendment to an approved sign program to change a location of a sign; Law Offices of Mark McGowan. LOCATION: 72-630 Fred Waring ZONE: O.P. SP Action: Continued due to lack of quorum. NOTE: Mr. Bagato presented Case PP 06-11, which he requested be added to the agenda. It was moved by Commissioner Gregory, seconded by Commissioner Vuksic, to add this item. Motion carried 4-0-0-2, with Commissioners Hanson and Lambell absent. G:�PlanrnngUan�ne Judy\Word Fiies�ARC M�nutes�2008�AR080212.doc Page 15 of 18