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Palm Desert Community Garden rental includes use of an assigned garden plot, use of on-site utilities, and other garden
amenities. All garden plots are 4’x10 ’ in size and have an annual rental fee of $35.
Garden Location: Guadalupe San Nicholas Freedom Park
Catalina Santa Rosa
Assigned Plot #: - If you are unsure of your plot # or where you are assigned, please call 760-346-0611 (ext. 481).
PLEASE NOTE – ONLY ONE PLOT PER PERSON - ASSIGNED ON A FIRST COME, FIRST SERVED BASIS MAKE
CHECK SHOULD BE PAYABLE TO THE CITY OF PALM DESERT AND MAIL OR DROP OFF TO 73510 FRED
WARING DRIVE, PALM DESERT, CALIFORNIA 92260 – ATTN: JENNIFER NELSON-DEVELOPMENT SERVICES
YOUR RIGHTS: The Palm Desert Community Gardens are here for residents to enjoy. You have the right to garden in
the plot number listed above for a period of 12 months. This agreement is renewable on an annual basis from October 1 ,
2021 to September 30, 2022. Once the City has received the completed and signed agreement along with full payment,
you may begin working in your assigned plot any time after October 1.
RULES AND REGULATIONS: In order to continue operation of the Gardens as a community project, all gardeners are
responsible to maintain their plots and must abide by the following:
1. Gardeners are responsible for maintaining their assigned plot in a weed -free, and pest free condition.
Produce must be harvested and not allowed to go to seed. Staff will notify you if your plot is not being
properly maintained, and you will be given five (5) days to clean up your plot. If it is not cleaned up within
five (5) days of the City’s notice, the plot will be cleared out and reassigned.
2. You are responsible for your own pest control. Use organic or natural pest control products only. If your
plot is found to have pest infestation, you will be notified and requested that pests/insects be eradicated
organically within five (5) days of notice. Your plot will be cleared out and reassigned if the pest issue
persists (unless alternative arrangements have been approved by the City). Gardeners are to contact the
City immediately if they detect a fire ant infestation.
3. The gardens have a drip tubing system in each plot. Please DO NOT poke holes in the drip tubing. If there
is damage to the drip tubing, you ma y be responsible for the cost to repair the system and your garden plot
may be forfeited.
4. You must tend to your plot on a regular basis. If you are unable to tend to your plot for an extended period
(e.g., during the summer months), you must clear out all vegetation, frames, support, etc.
5. The City’s programmed controller provides watering. If additional water is needed, you are encouraged to
manually water your plot using the common area hoses. Use of water should be controlled at all times and
not left unattended so as not to flood the walkways, turn hose bids off after watering. The City will not be
responsible for any damage to the garden or vegetation in the event the water supply is interrupted or
discontinued.
6. Gardeners shall not plant anything that is considered to be invasive (i.e., sweet potatoes, mint, lemon balm,
oregano, and asparagus). Vines must be contained and not allowed to grow out of the garden plot.
CITY OF PALM DESERT
COMMUNITY GARDENS RENTAL AGREEMENT
October 1, 2021 thru September 30, 2022
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7. No trees or illegal plants may be planted in the garden plots.
8. Plots may not be transferred. Plots are for the sole use of the paid/assigned gardener.
9. Requests for refund will only be processed within 30 days of signing this rental agreement.
10. You will be given a key to enter and exit the gardens. The key works for all gardens on San Pablo and the
restroom located in the San Nicholas Garden. The Freedom Park Garden has a different key that only works
at that site. Please make sure that the gate is locked when exiting. If you relinqui sh your plot for any reason,
the key must be returned to the City as soon as possible.
11. Notify the City if you lose your key and need a replacement. There is a fee of $3.00 per lost key.
12. The City is not responsible for the personal safety of the gardener or their guests while in the garden. It is
a public space, much like a park, and the same precautions must be observed. Immediately contact the
police if suspicious activity is observed.
13. The City is not responsible for lost or stolen property.
14. The Garden is a non-profit facility; therefore, those who use the gardens as a means to make money will be
asked to relinquish their plots immediately.
15. No permanent structures, such as mulch bins or tool sheds are to be built or placed in the garden. Do not
leave cages, trellises or tools in the garden; if found, they will be disposed of.
16. All gardens have been provided with recycling bins. Please use them appropriately.
17. Smoking is not permitted in the gardens.
18. Gardeners shall not use, consume, or be under the influence of any illegal drugs or alcoholic beverages
while on the garden premises.
19. Pets are not permitted on the garden premises other than those assisting persons with disabilities.
20. If you desire to listen to music while gardening, please use headphones so as not to disturb other gardeners
or nearby residents.
21. Gardeners shall not burn any debris, vegetation, or weeds in the gardens or on any property adjacent
thereto; nor shall they store or maintain upon the property any flammable, combustible, or hazardous
material or waste.
22. If a gardener or their guest is found vandalizing, littering, stealing, or trespassing, the gardener will
immediately forfeit use of their plot without a refund of fees.
23. If the City deems your garden plant material is creating a hazard or prevents access for other gardeners,
the City reserves the right to remove or prune your plant material .
OTHER:
1. Either party may terminate this agreement upon 30-days’ written notice.
2. This agreement may be terminated at the City’s discretion if the garde ner fails to meet their obligations
under this agreement.
3. The City reserves the right to cease operation of the Palm Desert Community Gardens at any time.
4. If you are leaving for the summer clean out your garden plot and inform the City.
5. The City reserves the right to temporarily restrict access to the gardens for maintenance purposes.
INDEMNITY AGREEMENT:
By signing below, the applicant agrees to the following: Applicant shall indemnify, defend, and hold harmless City, its offic ers,
employees, and agents from any and all losses, costs, expenses, claims, liabilities, actions, or damages, including liability for
injuries to any person or persons or damage to property arising at any time during and/or arising out of or in any way connec ted
with Permittee’s authorized activities under the terms of this permit unless solely caused by the gross negligence or willful
misconduct of City, its officers, employees, or agents.
APPLICANT SIGNATURE DATE
Community Gardens
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GUADALUPE GARDEN
COURTYARD
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25
26
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27
1 2 3
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CATALINA
GARDEN
COURT
YARD
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SAN
NICHOLAS
GARDEN
4 5 7 8
13 14
25 26
31
12
Restroom
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37 38
27
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32 33
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SANTA
ROSA
GARDEN
COURTYARD
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16 17 18
41 42 43
29 30 31
7 8 9 10 11 12
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1 2 3
13 14 15
26 27 28
44
32 33 34 35 36 37 38
45 46 47 48 49 51 50
Freedom Park Community Gardens
PA VILLIO N
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