2001 05 22 PC Minutes MINUTES
PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING
A regular meeting held at the La Quinta City Hall
78-495 Calle Tampico, La Quinta, CA
May 22, 2001 7:OO P.M.
I. CALL TO ORDER
A. This meeting of the Planning Commission was called to order at 7:00
p.m. by Chairman Robbins who asked Commissioner Tyler to lead the
flag salute.
B. Present: Commissioners Jacques Abels, Richard Butler, Tom Kirk, Robert
Tyler, and Chairman Steve Robbins.
C. Staff present: Community Development Director Jerry Herman, Assistant
City Attorney John Ramirez, Planning Manager Christine di Iorio, Senior
Engineer Steve Speer, Planning Consultant Nicole Criste, Principal Planner
Stan Sawa, and Executive Secretary Betty Sawyer.
II. PUBLIC COMMENT: None
III. CONFIRMATION OF THE AGENDA:
A. Chairman Robbins stated a request had been received from Country Club
of the Desert to reorganize the agenda taking Business Item "A" first. It
was moved and seconded by Commissioners Abels/Butler to take
Business Item "A" first on the agenda. Unanimously approved.
IV. CONSENT ITEMS:
A. Chairman Robbins asked if there were any corrections to the Minutes of
May 8, 2001. Commissioner Tyler asked that Page 7, Item 20 be
corrected to delete "Abels"; Page 11, Item #36 be corrected to state, "as
amended"; and Page 16, Item 2 be corrected by changing "Hastings Day
Care" with "First School of the Desert".There being no further corrections,
it was moved and seconded by Commissioners Kirk/Abels to approve the
minutes as corrected. Unanimously approved.
B. Department Report: None.
V. PRESENTATIONS: None.
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VI. BUSINESS ITEMS:
A. Tract Map 29894; a request of Country Club of the Desert for a deviation
from the Public Works Department approved mass grading plan for the
property located on the north side of Avenue 54 between Jefferson
Street and Madison Street.
1. Chairman Robbins asked for the staff report. Planning Manager
Christine di Iorio presented the information contained in the staff
report, a copy of which is on file in the Community Development
Department.
2. Chairman Robbins asked if there were any questions of staff.
Commissioner Tyler asked staff to clarify Attachment 1 as to
whether or not it had been approved by Council. Staff stated the
design details for the perimeter landscaping were conceptual when
approved and the height of the berm was not defined until the
mass grading plan was submitted. Commissioner Tyler asked staff
to clarify what the Code required in regard to the wall, sidewalk,
and height. Staff did so.
3. Chairman Robbins asked if there was a wall proposed. Staff
stated it is proposed to be set back a distance ranging 1 5 to 25
feet along Avenue 54. Chairman Robbins questioned the 3:1
slope behind the wall.
4. Commissioner Butler asked how this occurred without staff
knowing it. Staff stated that since they have not completed the
grading there was no need to inspect it. Senior Engineer Steve
Speer stated that for any project other than a golf course, the pad
elevations would be defined and they would have to grade to that
plan. During the course of grading for a golf course, the City's
inspectors do not check detailed elevations and the developer
grades at their own risk. At the completion of the grading they are
required to submit a certificate to the City certifying that the
grading was completed to the approved plans. In this instance,
there is no doubt they have deviated from the approved plan.
5. Commissioner Kirk reviewed the approval process and asked why
it was now before the Commission. Staff clarified that when the
wall plans were submitted for approval, the grading issue was
brought to staff's attention. Commissioner Kirk asked if staff had
a recommendation. Staff stated they did not.
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6. Chairman Robbins stated it appears the golf course is 20 + feet
below the street so the golf course is in a 40 foot hole below the
top of the berm.
7. Commissioner Butler asked if there were any City codes that
would allow this type of berm to be approved. Staff stated there
are some issues in regard to this because in some instances a
noise issue may require a higher berms than normal, such as in the
case of Rancho La Quinta and Lake La Quinta. Commissioner
Butler stated he did not entirely object to the berm.
8. Commissioner Abels asked what the height of the berm would be
at its highest point with the wall on top. Staff stated the wall will
not be on the top of the berm. It will be near the bottom and six
feet in height.
9. Commissioner Tyler asked if there was a site plan for the interior
of the project. Staff stated the applicant would address this.
10. Chairman Robbins asked if the applicant would like to address the
Commission. Ms. Nancy Aaronson, representing Country Club of
the Desert, stated they are trying to find a location for excess dirt
on the site. They are trying to balance the dirt out over the entire
project. Aesthetically from inside the project the berming is
essential to protect the value of the project. They had two
different grading plans approved for their project. One was the
right of way and the other was for the golf course. Steve Gar¢ia,
landscape architect for the project, showed photographs that had
been taken of the site. The dirt is stockpiled and will be
sculptured at a later date. Within the right of way they have
maintained the 3:1 slope with a meandering sidewalk. The wall is
set back to be no closer than 15 feet from the right of way.
Discussion followed as to the landscaping materials that would be
used and the grading elevations on both sides of the berm.
11. Chairman Robbins asked if there were any questions of the
applicant. Commissioner Kirk asked if the Specific Plan required
the landscaping to match the other side of Avenue ,54. Staff
stated yes. Mr. Garcia stated their plans calls for a maximum
30% turf in the perimeter right of way area.
12. Commissioner Butler asked what type of vegetation would be used
on the berm. Mr. Garcia stated desert perennials and drought
tolerant shrubs.
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1 3. COmmissioner Tyler stated there would be a fantastic view to the
south, but the height of the berm would mask the view of the
mountains., Mr. Garcia stated the reason for the height was to
hide the view of roof tops at PGA West.
14. Commissioner Kirk asked at what point they were viewing the
south view. Mr. Garcia stated at the end of the residential cul-de-
sacs.
1 5. There being no further discussion, it was before the Commission
for discussion.
16. Commissioner Kirk stated he believes the applicant has made a
point in that if houses were built there it would be a hardscape and
this softscape is a relief. His concern is that they do not know
how the berm will be sculptured. If there is to be no more dirt to
be added he would have no objection.
17. Commissioner Abels stated it was a nice presentation and he
would have no objections.
18. Commissioner Butler stated he likes the concept of buffering the
golf course from the street. He supports the project.
19. Commissioner Tyler stated that driving by presently it is like
driving through the Grand Canyon. There has been a lot of
concern voiced by the residents of PGA West. He had strong
objections and after the presentation his opinion is somewhat
tempered.
20. Chairman Robbins stated he too was concerned after driving by,
but after hearing the presentation and the intent of the applicant,
he does like the concept.
21. Commissioner Tyler asked if this concept would be carried all the
way down Avenue 54. Ms. Aaronson stated yes.
22. There being no further discussion, it was moved and seconded by
Commissioners Abels/Butler to adopt Minute Motion 2001-011
approving the deviation to the approved mass grading plan for
Tract Map 29894. Unanimously approved.
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VII. PUBLIC HEARINGS:
A. Site Development Permit 2001-693; a request of JR Properties for The
99¢ Stores, for review of architectural and landscaping plans for a
shopping center to include a 23,00 square foot commercial store located
at northwest corner of Jefferson Street and Highway 111.
1. Chairman Robbins opened the public hearing and asked for the
staff report. Planning Manager Christine di Iorio and Planning
Consultant Nicole Criste presented the information contained in the
staff report, a copy. of which is on file in the Community
Development Department.
2. Chairman Robbins asked if there were any questions of staff.
Commissioner Tyler' asked if staff could explain the drive access
shared with Home Depot. Staff did so. Commissioner Tyler asked
how many phases there were to the project. Staff stated this area
is stated in the Specific Plan as Phase II.
3. Commissioner Butler asked about the landscaping on the north
side of the property and the bikepath. Senior Engineer Steve
Speer stated the General Plan has the bikepath on the north side
of the Channel. The problem is how to get the bikepath across
Dune Palms Road and Adams Streets. Commissioner Butler
stated that on the north end of the building the landscaping is very
sparse. Staff clarified there would be 36-inch box trees along the
entire length of the project.
4. Commissioner Tyler asked if the design of the wall with openings
as stated in the ALRC minutes, would be constructed. Staff
stated that is something that could be considered as it was
required of the Corporate Center.
5. Commissioner Butler stated his concern has always been the
maintenance of the landscaping of the rear elevation. He would
prefer to have 36 inch trees in the parking lot and the smaller trees
in the rear.
6. Commissioner Kirk asked if the entire parking lot would be built at
the time the 99 Cent Store is constructed. Staff stated yes.
Commissioner Kirk asked where and how large the monument sign
would be. Staff stated it is consistent with the Specific Plan
requirements and would-be located in front of the Jack in the Box
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and is not included in their 50 foot size limitation. Each retail
tenant would be allowed 50 square feet or a percent of the store
frontage. Discussion followed regarding the Code requirements
and Specific Plan requirements.
7. Chairman Robbins stated his only concern was with the rear
elevation as it appears to be a square box. The wall behind the
Home Depot appears to be higher than six feet and the view is
nothing but concrete and building. There needs to be more
landscaping to soften the look. Staff stated the Specific Plan
requires a six foot wall.
8. Commissioner Butler asked about the color of the awning. Staff
stated the colors have been conditioned to be blue and grey.
Commissioner Butler asked if the height was stipulated in the
conditions. Staff stated yes.
9. Chairman Robbins asked if the applicant would like to address the
Commission. Mr. Bob Bucci, architect representing the applicant,
stated they agree with the arcades for the entire length of the 99
Cent Store. They would like to request bringing the rest of the
buildings back to the Commission at a later date. Staff stated
there was a requirement that it be brought back to ensure it meets
all the requirements.
10. Commissioner Kirk stated it was his understanding that this
approval would be the final approval. Staff stated Condition //37
requires it come back to the Planning Commission.
11. Mr. Bucci stated another issue is the requirement to match the
Home Depot's arch. Home Depot has a simple band around the
building and their design was to add some interest to the building.
In regard to signage, the would like to request a seven foot height
and seven foot width or eight foot height and six foot width which
is still within the allowable square footage for signs.
12. Commissioner Tyler asked what the sign height was on the
drawings. Mr. Bucci stated it was 13 feet by 9 feet. They concur
with all the other conditions.
13. Chairman Robbins asked if the applicant could address the rear
elevation. Mr.-Bucci stated staff recommended they mirror the
Home Depot rear elevation, hiding the mechanical equipment and
adding the split face block wall.
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14. Chairman Robbins stated the color change will not be seen due to
the block wall as well as the tree. Mr. Bucci stated the rear
elevation could be varied to break it up. Planning Manager
Christine di Iorio stated that lowering the rear elevation will allow
you to see the back of the front parapets as well as the
mechanical equipment from the rear.
15. Commissioner Butler asked if the mechanical equipment was
below the roof line. Staff stated yes and the rear parapet height
is 26 feet and the front parapet is 34 feet. Mr. Bucci stated they
could raise the parapet up on the back of the 99 Center Store and
lower it in other areas.
16. There being no further public comment, the public participation
portion of the hearing was closed and open for Commission
discussion.
1 7. Commissioner Abels stated he had no objections.
1 $. Commissioner Butler stated his concern is the north elevation and
landscaping. Staff stated it is still conditioned to come back to the
Commission before final approval for building permits.
1 9. Commissioner Tyler stated he is concerned about the arcade that
it not be blocked with vendors. He would like to see the arcade
developed and agrees with staff that the awnings be lowered. In
regard to the sign, if they propose a sign that is within what is'
allowed he has no objection.
20. Commissioner Kirk stated he agrees with the changes to the
design. His concern is that staff has asked them to mirror the
Home Depot store and the Commission is not happy with the
Home Depot design. In regard to the project coming back again
for Commission approval, he would recommend that the site plan
and elevations for the 99 Cent Store come back to the
Commission, along with the remainder of the center.
21. Chairman Robbins stated he does not like the design of the Home
Depot ' arches and what the applicant has submitted is a much
better design. He would not like to piece-meal the project by
considering the entire site in sections.
22. Commissioner 'Kirk asked if a project had ever been submitted in
different phases. Staff stated the Albertsons Center was approved
under the Site Development Permit with the in-line stores.
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Commissioner Kirk stated that the way it is proposed he would not
support it. Without seeing the changes they are suggesting for the
rear elevation and how the arcade would be designed he would not
approve it.
23. Commissioner Tyler stated he concurred. They ought to be able
to focus on the 99 Center Store and see the rest of the site later.
Staff suggested that Condition //37 be amended to read that the
elevations for Buildings "A", "B", "C", and "D" be brought back to
the Commission.
24. There being no further discussion, it was moved and seconded by
Commissioners Abels/Tyler to adopt Planning Commission
Resolution 2001-079, approving Site Development Permit 2001-
693, as amended.
a. Condition//35.A.: Add - 99 Cent Store excluded. The roof
of the arcade shall be equivalent in height to that shown for
the 99 Cent Store and shall be covered.
b. Condition//35.B.: Deleted
c. Condition //35.C.: Expand either Buildings "C" or the 99
Cent Store to incorporate the triangular area between the
two buildings into either of the floor plans.
d. Condition //35.D.: Step the parapet along the entire rear
elevation of all buildings.
e. Condition//37: Amended elevations, landscaping, and site
plan for Buildings "A", "B", "C" and "D" shall be submitted to
the Planning Commission for review and approval prior to
the issuance of building permits.
f. Condition //40: Signs shall not exceed 50 square feet (7
feet in height and 7 feet in length).
ROLL CALL: AYES: Commissioners Abels, Butler, Tyler, and Chairman
Robbins. NOES: Commissioner Kirk. ABSENT: None.
ABSTAIN: None.
B. Addendum to Fnvironmental Assessment //41, General Plan Amendment
2001-078, Zone Change 2001-101, Specific Plan 1 21-E Amendment//5,
Site Development Permit 2001-703 and Tentative Tract Map 301 25; a
request of KSL Land Development for, 1) certification of an Addendum
to an Environmental Impact Report; 2) a General Plan Amendment and
Zoning Change to change lands currently designated as Tourist
Commercial to Low Density Residential; 3) a Specific Plan Amendment
establishing development standards and design guidelines for the
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construction of 65 single family homes, a clubhouse, and amendment of
the landscaping plant palette; and 4) development plans for the model
homes and subdivision of 17.82 acres into 65 single family and
miscellaneous lots to be located on the southeast corner of Eisenhower
Drive and Avenue 50.
1. Chairman Robbins opened the public hearing and asked for the
staff report. Planning Manager Christine di Iorio and Planning
Consultant Ni¢ole Criste presented the information contained in the
staff report, a copy of which is on file in the Community
Development Department. Staff requested a condition be added
that parking for a three car garage be provided if a plan for a
fourth bedroom is added. Condition #19 should be deleted.
2. Chairman Robbins asked if there were any questions of staff.
Commissioner Tyler asked staff to clarify the house minimum
square footage. Staff stated the Specific Plan states 1,200 square
feet excluding the garage, but the prototypes state 2,1 31 square
feet excluding the garage.
3. Commissioner Tyler asked staff to explain Condition #4. Senior
Engineer Steve Speer stated it is an explanation of how they widen
the street at the bridge. Commissioner Tyler asked why there
were no conditions on the turning access width. Staff stated it
could be added to give them full turn access at the emergency
access. The interior stacking is adequate and the outside pocket
is yet to be designed.
4. Chairman Robbins asked if there were any existing homes of this
size in this area. Staff stated no.
5. Commissioner Tyler stated he would like to see the tandem
parking in the garage allowed. Staff stated the development
standards could be modified to allow the tandem garage parking.
6. Chairman Robbins asked if the applicant would like to address the
Commission. Mr. Forrest Haag, representing the applicant, stated
they have prepared some elevations to address issues raised by
staff. He understands the off-site improvements, but not the
requirement to build and pay for the retaining wall. Specific
conditions they question are the retaining wall easement in
Condition #4. They asked that Condition #22 be amended to not
tie the parking lot to the development of the houses being
constructed on Avenue 50. He suggested that before this parking
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lot be eliminated the permanent parking lot be built. He asked that
a condition be added to allow a development regulation to allow
the pool to be built to the zero lot line for Planning Area 3.
Condition //10 of the Specific Plan and Condition //2 of the Site
Development Permit would need to be changed.
7. Chairman Robbins asked there were any questions of the
applicant. Commissioner Butler asked Mr. Haag to explain why
they should have relief from building the retaining wall. Mr. Haag
stated that as Eisenhower Drive widening over the bridge is
constructed to four lanes it will encroach into their existing golf
hole requiring a retaining wall of 16 feet to four feet to be
constructed. Staff clarified that in Tract Map Condition //47.A. it
explains it better. Senior Engineer Steve Speer stated the City is
consistent with their practice to have developments widen Arterial
streets adjacent to their property. Although the golf hole is not
part of this tract, the previous parcel map for the parking lot
required them to widen Eisenhower Drive along the golf hole
frontage. The issue of widening is part of their issue and the
retaining wall is a second issue. The General Plan as currently
written requires the four lanes. The updated General Plan might
not. The bridge widening is included in the Capital Improvement
Projects for 2003. This requirement is not new, but has been on
the site since its creation.
8. Chairman Robbins asked if there was any public comment. Mr.
Gene Reed, representing the L Quinta Country Club, stated their
issue is with Condition //17 which states the minimum square
footage intended to be built. In regard to the wall, they would
request it match what is currently there for Duna La Quinta.
Regarding the parking lot, they agree with staff's recommendation.
On the pool at the corner of Eisenhower Drive and Avenue 50, is
there any requirement to hide the pool with landscaping. Planning
Consultant Nicole Criste stated there is a six foot high perimeter
wall with landscaping. Mr. Reed asked that the traffic pattern on
Avenue 50 take into consideration their entrance as well.
9. There being no further public comment, Chairman Robbins closed
the public participation portion of the hearing and opened it to
Commission discussion.
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10. Commissioner Kirk stated they have reviewed other amendments
where the procedure was not correct for the site. In this case it
is the right use for the site. With respect to the concerns raised,
he concurs with staff's recommendation; on the timing, he agrees
with the applicant; the zero lot line for pools, he has no objection;
the meandering wall averaging 20 feet is acceptable; lot sizes at
6000 square feet instead of 6500 feet still needs to be addressed;
building square footage minimums he does not feel strongly about.
11. Commissioner Butler stated he is concerned about the parking lot
and agrees with the applicant as long as it is conditioned. He
agrees with the requirement for the retaining wall.
1 2. Commissioner Tyler stated that in Planning Area II, it talks about
minimum lot size for this project and should include the data for
this project. He would like to know exactly how many lots are
less than 6500 square feet. Staff stated there were five.
Commissioner Tyler stated that based on the information provided
by the applicant, he has no objection.
13. Chairman Robbins asked if the Compatibility Ordinance would
come into play with this project. Staff stated that if another
developer builds a part of the project, then it will.
14. Commissioner Tyler stated the approved Specific Plan document
should agree with what they are approving.
15. Chairman Robbins stated he concurs with staff's recommendation
on the street widening and retaining wall; timing for parking lot is
acceptable as requested by the applicant; zero lot line and the
meandering wall are also acceptable as requested by the applicant;
and he has no problem with the lot sizes or building square
footage.
16. Chairman Robbins reopened the public hearing portion of the
hearing. Mr. Chevis Hosea, K SL Land Development, stated their
objective is to be able to develop a project that is economically
feasible. To do this they need a higher density created by allowing
some flexibility on the lot sizes.
17. Mr. Reed stated they are in favor of this project. What they have
an objection to is any houses built that are less than 1400.square
feet.
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18. Chairman Robbins closed the public comment portion of the
hearing.
1 9. There being no further discussion, it was moved and seconded by
Commissioners Kirk/Abels to adopt Planning Commission
Resolution 2001-080 recommending certification of an Addendum
to Environmental Impact Report//41, as recommended
ROLL CALL: AYES: Commissioners Abels, Butler, Kirk, Tyler, and
Chairman Robbins. NOES: None. ABSENT: None.
ABSTAIN: None.
20. It was moved and seconded by Commissioners Kirk/Butler to adopt
Planning Commission Resolution 2001-081 recommending
approval of General Plan Amendment 2001-078, as recommended.
ROLL CALL: AYES: Commissioners Abels, Butler, Kirk, Tyler, and
Chairman Robbins. NOES: None. ABSENT: None.
ABSTAIN: None.
21. It was moved and seconded by Commissioners Kirk/Abels to adopt
Planning Commission Resolution 2001-082 recommending
approval of Zone Change 2001-1 01, as recommended.
ROLL CALL: AYES: Commissioners Abels, Butler, Kirk, Tyler, and
Chairman Robbins. NOES: None. ABSENT: None.
ABSTAIN: None.
22. It was moved and seconded by Commissioners Kirk/Butler to adopt
Planning Commission Resolution 2001-083 recommending
approval of Specific Plan 121-//Amendment//5, as amended.
a. Condition //10: Add meandering walls
b. Condition//17: Minimum lot size is 6500 not abutting golf
course, 6000 on golf course, and minimum livable square
footage is 1 900 square feet, excluding garages.
c. Condition //19: Delete and replace with "Allow tandem
parking in the garage to meet the parking requirement for
four bedroom houses."
d. Condition #22: Add, "Prior to final inspection of the 10th
house the permanent parking lot shall be completed."
e. Condition//23: Planning Area III shall be allowed to have a
zero lot line for swimming pools.
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ROLL CALL: AYES: Commissioners Abels, Butler, Kirk, Tyler, and
Chairman Robbins. NOES: None. ABSENT: None.
ABSTAIN: None.
23. It was moved and seconded by Commissioners Kirk/Abels to adopt
Planning Commission Resolution 2001-084 recommending
approval of Site Development Permit 2001-703, as amended.
a. Condition #2: Delete and replace with Condition #10 of the
Specific Plan. .~
b. Condition #3: Add "the wall design and materials will be
compatible with the Duna La Quinta's perimeter wall."
ROLL CALL: AYES: Commissioners Abels, Butler, Kirk, Tyler, and
Chairman Robbins. NOES: None. ABSENT: None.
ABSTAIN: None.
24. It was moved and seconded by Commissioners Kirk/Tyler to adopt
Planning Commission Resolution 2001-085 recommending
approval of Tentative Tract 301 25, as amended.
a. Condition #8.B(3): Change Lot (G) to Lot (H).
b. Condition #27: The perimeter walls along Eisenhower Drive
and Avenue 50 shall be constructed at the time the homes
are built along either of the two streets. The Community
Development Department shall determine the portion of the
wall that shall be installed when building permits are issued
for the clubhouse.
c. Condition #47.B.(2): Change Lot (G) to Lot (H).
ROLL CALL: AYES: Commissioners Abels, Butler, Kirk, Tyler, and
Chairman Robbins. NOES: None. ABSENT: None.
ABSTAIN: None.
25. Following discussion it was moved and seconded by
Commissioners Butler/Abels to'reconsider the motion and vote on
Site Development Permit 2001-703. Unanimously approved.
26. It was moved and seconded by Commissioners Kirk/Abels to adopt
Planning Commission Resolution 2001-084 recommending
approval of Site Development Permit 2001-703, as modified:
a. Condition #2: delete and replace with Condition #10 of the
Specific Plan.
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b. Condition #3; Add that the wall design and materials will be
compatible with the Duna La Quinta perimeter wall.
c. Condition #5: the perimeter walls along Eisenhower Drive
and Avenue 50 shall be constructed at the time the homes
are built along either of the two streets. The Community
Development Department shall determine the portion of the
wall that shall be installed when building permits are issued
for the clubhouse.
C. Tentative Tract Map 29858; a request of RJT Homes for review of an
amendment to reconfigure seven acres in the southeast corner of the
tract into 18 single family and other-common lots located approximately
800 feet south of Avenue 50 and west of Jefferson Street, within
Palmilla Specific Plan.
1. Chairman Robbins opened the public hearing and asked for the
staff report. Principal Planner Stan Sawa presented the
information contained in the staff report, a copy of which is on file
in the Community Development Department.
2. Chairman Robbins asked if there were any questions of staff.
Commissioner Tyler asked staff to clarify the number of h.ouses to
be built in each phase. Staff clarified the plan was referring to the
size of the homes not the number of houses. Commissioner Tyler
asked if this change had any affect on the water efficiency issue.
Staff stated no.
3. Chairman Robbins questioned why Lot "D" on the legend is called
out as a lake lot and yet Lot "D" on the map is listed as a
landscape lot. Mr. Chris Bergh, MDS Consulting representing the
applicant, stated it is a misprint. They should be reversed.
4. Chairman Robbins asked if the applicant would like to address the
Commission. Mr. Chris Bergh was available for any questions.
5. There being no questions of the applicant, nor any other public
comment, Chairman Robbins closed the public participation portion
of the hearing and asked if there was any Commission discussion.
6. There being no further discussion, it was moved and seconded by
Commissioner Abels/Tyler to adopt Planning Commission
Resolution 2001-086 recommending approval of Tentative Tract
Map 29858, Amendment #1, as recommended.
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ROLL CALL: AYES: Commissioners Abels, Butler, Kirk, Tyler, and
Chairman Robbins. NOES: None. ABSENT: None.
ABSTAIN: None.
D. Conditional Use Permit 2001-058 and Site Development Permit 2001-
69,3 a request of La Quinta Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses to
allow the use and review of development plans for a church facility on
2.39 acres located on the east side of Dune Palms Road, between the
Coachella Valley Storm Water Channel and Westward Ho Drive.
1. Chairman Robbins opened the public hearing and asked for the
staff report. Staff informed the Commission that the applicant had
requested a continuance to July 10, 2001, to allow time to revise
their plans per the Architecture and Landscape Review Committee
recommendations.
2. Chairman Robbins asked if there was a motion to continue
Conditional Use Permit 2001-058 and Site Development Permit
2OO1-693. It was moved and second by Commissioners
Tyler/Abels to continue Conditional Use Permit 2001-058 and Site
Development Permit 2001-693, as recommended. Unanimously
approved.
E. Environmental Assessment 2001-418, General Plan Amendment 7001-
077, Zone Change 2001-100 a request of NRI, La Quinta Limited
Partnership to change Riverside County zoning designation to Very Low
Density Residential (RVL) and the General Plan designation to Very Low
Density Residential (VLRD) for approximately 240 acres within the
Sphere of Influence of the City of La Quinta for subsequent annexation
bounded on the north by Avenue 52, on the east by Monroe Street, on
the south by Avenue 53 and east of the existing City limits.
1. Chairman Robbins informed the Commission that the applicant had
withdrawn their applications and no further action was required
at this time.
VII. CORRESPONDENCE AND WRITTEN MATERIAL: None.
VIII. COMMISSIONER ITEMS'
A. Commissioner Tyler gave a report of the City Council meeting of May 1 5,
2001.
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May 22, 2001
IX. ADJOURNMENT:
There being no further business, it was moved and seconded by Commissioners
Abels/Butler to adjourn this regular meeting of the Planning Commission to the next
regular meeting of the Planning Commission to be held June 12, 2001, at 7:00 p.m.
This meeting of the Planning Commission was adjourned at 10:35 p.m. on May 22,
2001.
Respectfully submitted,
City of ,E.a Qu i nt~a, Cal~ifornia
~wyer, Executive Secretary
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