HomeMy WebLinkAboutTUP Dining Deck ApplicationCITY OF PALM DESERT
DEPARTMENT OF DEVELOPMENT SERVICES
73510 Fred Waring Drive, Palm Desert, California 92260
Phone (760) 776-6479 ▪ Fax (760) 776-6417 ▪ planning@palmdesert.gov
PLANNING APPLICATION – TEMPORARY USE PERMIT FOR
OUTDOOR DINING DECKS
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Submit this completed Temporary Use Permit for Outdoor Dining Decks Planning Application Form, along with a signed
Applicant-Property Owner Signature Form, and an applicable Supplemental Requirements Handout. Applicants shall
review the Outdoor Dining Deck Design Guidelines, found on the City’s website here.
A. APPLICATION INFORMATION
Business Name:
Business Address/Location:
Assessor’s Parcel Number:
Project Description:
B. APPLICANT CONTACT INFORMATION
Name: Phone:
Mailing Address:
City: State: Zip: Email:
C. PROPERTY OWNER INFORMATION
Name: Phone:
Mailing Address:
City: State: Zip: Email:
Please Send Correspondence to (Check One): ☐Applicant ☐Property owner
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D. OWNER CERTIFICATION / AUTHORIZED AGENT
I certify that under the penalty of the laws of the State of California that I am the property owner of the property that is
the subject matter of this application, and I am authorizing and hereby do consent to the filing of this application and
acknowledge that the final approval by the City of Palm Desert, if any, may result in restrictions, limitations , and
construction obligations being imposed on this real property.
Owner/Authorized Agent Signature*: Date:
Print Name:
☐ Check this box if there are additional persons or entities who have an ownership interest in the subject
property or properties that comprise this Application and complete additional property owner sheets.
*An authorized agent for the owner must attach a notarized letter of authorization from the legal property owner. Any off-site work identified
on the plans must be accompanied by a statement of authorization with a notarized signature of the subject property owner.
E. APPLICANT CERTIFICATION
I certify that I have read this application packet in its entirety and understand the City’s submittal and review process and
the requirements for this application. I further certify that each application item submitted as part of this application is
consistent with the minimum required contents for that item as described in the submittal checklist. I understand and
agree , if during the processing of the application, it is determined the information does not strictly meet such standards
or contains errors or omissions, clarification and/or supplemental information may be required and the preparation of
such information may be considered, in the Development Services Director’s or his/her designee’s judgment, an
unreasonable delay and will result in a suspension of processing time limits as may apply pursuant to California
Government Code Section 65943, California Code of Regulations, Title 14, Section 15109, or other applicable law.
Applicant’s Signature: Date:
Print Name:
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The following instructions are intended to provide the necessary information and procedures to facilitate the processing of a
Temporary Use Permit for a Temporary Outdoor Dining Deck Application. Cooperation with these instructions will ensure that
the application can be processed in the most expeditious manner possible.
SECTION I – APPLICATION SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS
APPLICATION SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS - FIRST SUBMITTAL
(COMPLETED BY APPLICANT AND VERIFIED BY STAFF AT INTAKE)
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Each item listed below is required for submittal unless a
waiver is granted by City Planning Staff. Any waiver must be
confirmed by initialing the form by the staff person granting
the waiver. Refer to Section B for the minimum required
information on each item.
Number
of
physical
copies
Electronic
Submittal
Waiver granted
(Staff Initials)
APPLICATION INFORMATION
Planning Application Form 0 1
Site Photographs 0 1
PLAN SET
Index Sheet 0 1
Site Plan 0 1
Construction Plan 0 1
Exterior Lighting Plan 0 1
Color and Materials Board 1 1
Furniture Schedule 0 1
SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS
Operations Plan 0 1
Revocable License Agreement 1 1
Insurance 1 1
FEES
Application Fees Paid*
*Payable to City of Palm Desert once minimum submittal requirements are met.
Submittal waivers may be obtained through staff consultation. No applications will be accepted by mail.
The preparation of the Application shall conform with all of the requirements outlined in the “Outdoor Dining Deck
Design Guidelines” found on the City of Palm Desert’s website: Outdoor Dining Deck Design Guidelines
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SECTION II – SUBMITTAL ITEMS CHECKLIST
REQUIRED AT TIME OF APPLICATION SUBMITTAL
1. APPLICATION
The Planning Application form must be completed including the project description, requested information, and
ownership signatures.
2. SITE PHOTOGRAPHS
The submittal shall include high-resolution photographs taken a minimum of 30 days prior to the application
submittal, showing the existing site condition, panoramic views, and site-specific characteristics and/or unique
features.
3. Plan Set
A complete Plan Set shall be submitted to the Planning Division. All digital submittals shall be submitted through the
City’s planning permit portal in pdf format. Information on where and how to submit can be found here: Planning
Permit Portal
Physical submittals shall be submitted upon request. Full size plans, when required, shall be neatly folded so that the
size does not exceed 9” by 12” and shall have the title block facing outwards. Plans which do not adhere to these
requirements shall be rejected.
Required Order of Plan Set Contents:
1. Index Sheet
2. Site Plan
3. Construction Plan
4. Exterior Lighting Plan
5. Color and Materials Board
6. Furniture Schedule
Additional items may be required upon request from City of Palm Desert staff to better assess conformance with
all standards. These items include, but are not limited to: Line of sight diagrams, finish details, materia l
specifications, screening information, etc. These additional items will be requested during the project’s
completeness review.
Each exhibit shall be prepared to include the following information at minimum:
1. Index Sheet – This exhibit summarizes the project information and shall include the following:
• Title Block
• Name of Project
o Plan Sheet Identification Number
o Initial date of drawing and any subsequent revisions
o Name, address, and phone number of the property owner, applicant, and/or authorized
agent
o Name, address, and phone number of the person preparing the exhibit. Shall be prepared
under the direction of a licensed architect or Civil Engineer.
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o Exhibit Amendment block, which shall be used to notate any changes to the proposed
project during the review process.
• Data Table
o Project Address and/or cross streets
o Assessor's Parcel Number(s)
o Existing General Plan Designation (and proposed, if applicable)
o Existing Zoning Designation (and proposed, if applicable).
o Total Dining Deck Footprint expressed in square-feet
• List of Plan Sheets
• Vicinity map showing site relationship to roads and highways
2. Site Plan Sheet
Site Plan needs to demonstrate compliance with Sections 4.0 Safety Criteria and 5.0 Aesthetic Construction
Guidelines of the Outdoor Dining Deck Guidelines and shall include the following:
• Title block located in the lower right-hand corner of the map which contains the following
information and is readily visible when folded:
o Name of project
o Plan name and sheet identification number
o Initial date of drawing and any subsequent revisions
o Name, address, and phone number of the property owner, applicant, and or authorized
agent
o Name, address, and phone number of the person preparing the exhibit
o Exhibit Amendment block, which shall be used to notate any changes to the proposed
project during the review process.
• Graphic Scale (Engineering Scale not to exceed 1" = 30')
• North arrow
• Location(s) and Dimension(s) of all:
o Property lines
o Location of all structures
o Fully dimensioned subject parcel boundaries
o Proposed Dining Deck, labeled with dimensions
o Proposed location(s) of all furniture on the dining deck, including tables, chairs, and
umbrellas. Plan shall include dimensions of distances between chairs and tables.
o Dimensions of adjacent sidewalk
o Distance between proposed dining deck and closest parking stall(s) and travel lane
o Location and dimensions of safety barriers, in conformance with Section 4.0 of Outdoor
Dining Deck Guidelines
o Structures and building footprints, including any building projections.
o Existing/proposed Landscape areas and planters. Identify species of shrub/tree.
o Typical parking space, parking dimensions including striping.
o Pedestrian pathways, including ADA horizontal path of travel from restaurant to dining
deck and for pedestrians passing through.
o Parking bumper or tire guard locations and distance from tire guard(s) to
o Trash cans/enclosures
o Any Fire hydrants onsite and within 500’ of the project site
o Location of existing public utility, easements, transmission lines, and/or power and
telephone poles on or abutting the property.
• Name, location and dimension of all adjacent public and private streets
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• Location of all street, parking, and pedestrian lights
3. Construction Plan Sheet
Construction Plan needs to demonstrate compliance with 5.0 Aesthetic Construction Guidelines of the
Outdoor Dining Deck Guidelines and shall include the following:
• Construction Methods for dining deck, following either Option 1 or Option 2 as shown in Section
5.0 of the Outdoor Dining Deck Guidelines
• Drainage Plan. A 6” x 6” minimum clear gutter space must be provided along the entire length of
the Dining Deck adjacent to the curb.
• Plan for installation of safety barriers, including any K-Rail and vehicular parking stops
• Installation methods for any overhead covers
4. Exterior Lighting Plan:
Lighting Plan shall comply with Section 4.0.5 Lighting of the Outdoor Dining Deck Guidelines and include, at a
minimum, the following:
• Installation methods and location for any outdoor lighting
• Identification of any existing lighting to be used for lighting of outdoor dining deck
• A description of the outdoor light fixtures including a manufacturer cut sheet, product
specifications, and shielding information for each lighting fixture
5. Color and Materials Board:
The intent of the Color and Materials Sample Board is to provide an accurate representation of the major
exterior materials to be used on the project including colors and textures. Physical materials shall be mounted
to a board or sheet (maximum size of 8” x 13” by 3/8” thick) containing precise color swatches and material
samples that shall show the following:
• Samples of overhead cover materials (a photo sample may be used, if approved by City staff).
• Samples of all dining deck materials (a photo sample may be used, if approved by City staff).
• Samples of all paint colors (actual manufacturer’s sample with color name and identification
number)
• Samples of decorative paving or flooring treatments (a photo sample may be used, if approved by
City staff).
6. Furniture Schedule:
The intent of the Furniture Schedule is to provide an accurate representation of the furniture to be used on
the dining deck. Applicant shall provide information on all proposed furniture including tables, chairs,
umbrellas, planters, and decorative elements. Information shall include:
• Photograph samples of proposed furniture
• Schedule listing quantities of each piece of furniture. (Ex: five (5) tables, ten (10) high top chairs,
ten (10) dining chairs)
• Manufacture specifications. Applicant can provide website link providing information on the
furniture. Specifications shall include dimensions of furniture (height, width, length) and material
information.
4. STATEMENT OF OPERATIONS (typed document, if handwritten, must be legible)
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The primary purpose of the statement of operations is to offer detailed insight into how the dining deck will be
used and its potential impact on the surrounding community. The statement of operations should provide City
staff with the logistical plans of the dining deck and shall be consistent with Outdoor Dining Deck Guidelines.
Statement of Operations shall include, but not be limited to, information on: Days/Hours of use, daily plans for
storage of outdoor furniture, maximum number of people dining within deck, and operations plan for wrap up
each night. Statement of Operations shall provide City staff with a contact person(s) responsible for operations
of the dining deck, who may be contacted for any questions, comments, or concerns.
5. Revocable License Agreement
Applicant shall complete a Revocable License Agreement upon approval. Agreement will be provided by City staff.
6. Insurance Requirements
Insurance shall conform with Section 2.1 of the Outdoor Dining Deck Guidelines, and include the
following:
• Certificate of Liability Insurance
• Verify the Named Insured matches the contract.
• Always check the AM Best rating for the insurance companies listed. The insurer
• number must be shown in the left column by the coverage description.
• General liability coverage box should be checked “occurrence.” The blank lines
• underneath must show any deductible or retention.
• Box should either be checked or have a “Y” and an endorsement must be attached.
• Box should either be checked or have a “Y” and an endorsement must be attached.
• Verify the policy period shown covers the contract term. If not, have it reissued OR if
• the contract lasts beyond the expiration date, set up a reminder for a new certificate
• at renewal.
• Limits should be at least $2M per occurrence, $4M general aggregate and $4M products-
completed operations aggregate.
• All endorsements must be attached to the certificate.
• Public agency information shall match the contract.
• Endorsements:
o Additional Insured: Confirm the endorsement shows the Agency and all other persons
required to be shown as insureds OR the endorsement says “any person or organization
as required by written contract.”
• Primary, Non-Contributory: Same as the additional insured endorsement.
• Waiver of Subrogation: Same as the additional insured endorsement.
Updated certificates of insurance must be submitted to the Planning Department on or before expiration.
SECTION III – PROCEDURES
1. Schedule a time to discuss the event location and logistics with Planning Division staff and other City
departments for project requirements, including necessary application submittals.
2. Submit a complete application, with all sets of required plans and appropriate fee to the Department of
Development Services for staff review. Staff will review the application and determine if it is complete within
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1-2 days from the date the application is submitted. Staff will not process the application if it is deemed
incomplete. After the application is deemed complete, staff will circulate the project to other City
departments and local agencies for comments and conditions.
3. Staff will return comments and conditions within two weeks, upon which the applicant may need to submit
additional documents. These documents will be forwarded to the necessary reviewers as soon as possible to
see if it satisfies their requests. Once the review is deemed complete, Staff will generate a permit approval
letter with conditions of approval within 1-2 days.
SECTION V – FREE RESOURCES
• https://www.google.com/maps - aerial imagery for site plan
• https://www.nearmap.com/us/en - high-definition aerial imagery for site plan, can be requested from Planning
Division
• https://www.canva.com/ - tool for marking up site plan
• https://paint.sumo.app/ - tool for marking up site plan