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CC Resolution 2003-016RESOLUTION NO. 2003-016 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING DEVELOPMENT PLANS FOR A TWO-STORY COMMERCIAL BUILDING AT 78-"l CORPORATE CENTRE DRIVE, SUBJECT TO CONDITIONS CASE NO.: SITE DEVELOPMENT PERMIT 2002-756, RADIO ACTIVE APPLICANT: DAVID AND JAMIE REULMAN Assessor's Parcel Number: Portion of 649-020-049 Parcel "A" of Lot Line Adjustment 2002-377 Portion NW % of Section 29, T5S, R7E SBBM WHEREAS, said Site Development Permit has complied with the requirements of "The Rules to Implement the California Environmental Quality Act of 1970" as amended (Resolution No. 83-63) in that the Community Development Director has determined this request has been previously assessed in conjunction with Environmental Assessment 99-383, prepared for Specific Plan 99-036, for which a Mitigated Negative Declaration of Environmental Impact was certified by the City Council on September 7, 1999, by Resolution No. 99-110, and that no changed circumstances, conditions or new information has been provided that would trigger the preparation of a subsequent environmental assessment pursuant to Public Resources Code Section 21 166; and WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of La Quinta, California, did on the 7tn day of September, 1999, approve Specific Plan development standards and design guidelines allowing retail, office, industrial and associated land uses on 36 t acres by adoption of Resolution No. 99-1 1 1; and WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of La Quinta, California, did on the 4' day of June, 2002, approve changes to the Specific Plan development standards and design guidelines for the 36 t acre development in support of Site Development Permit 2002-734 for the Sky West Corporation by adoption of Resolution No. 2002-85; and WHEREAS, on December 11, 2002, the Community Development Department mailed case file materials to all affected agencies for their review and comment. All written comments are on file with the Community Development Department; and Resolution No. 2003-016 Site Development Permit 2002-756, Radio Active David and Jamie Reulman March 4, 2003 Page 2 WHEREAS, the City mailed public hearing notices to all property owners and those within 500 feet of the project site on January 17, 2003, pursuant to Chapter 9.200 of the Zoning Ordinance and published a notice in the Desert Sun newspaper on January 26, 2003. All written correspondence is on file with the Community Development Department; and WHEREAS, the Architecture and Landscape Review Committee, on January 8, 2003, at a regular meeting, recommended approval of the architectural and landscaping plans by adoption of Minute Motion 2003-002, subject to conditions; and WHEREAS, the Planning Commission of the City of La Quinta, California, did on the 11 th day of February, 2003, hold a duly noticed Public Hearing to consider the request of David and Jamie Reulman to approve the architecture, landscape, site, and lighting plans for a two-story office/showroom building on one acre in the Regional Commercial Zone District within Specific Plan 99-036 (Planning Area #4), located at the southwest corner of Dune Palms Road and Corporate Centre Drive, and on a vote of 5-0 adopted Resolution 2003-007 (previously Resolution 2003-006), subject to findings and conditions; and WHEREAS, the Community Development Department mailed public hearing notices to all property owners and those within 500 feet of the project site on February 12, 2003, pursuant to Chapter 9.200 of the Zoning Ordinance and published a notice in the Desert Sun newspaper on February 19, 2003 for the March 4, 2003 City Council meeting. All written correspondence is on file with the Community Development Department; and WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of La Quinta, California, did on the 4th day of March, 2003, hold a duly noticed Public Hearing to consider the request of David and Jamie Reulman to approve the architecture, landscape, site, and lighting plans for a two-story office/showroom building on one acre in the Regional Commercial Zone District within Specific Plan 99-036, located at the southwest corner of Dune Palms Road and Corporate Centre Drive; and WHEREAS, at said Public Hearing, upon hearing and considering all testimony and arguments, if any, of all interested persons wanting to be heard, said City Council did find the following facts and reasons to justify approval of said Site Development Permit pursuant to Section 9.210.010 of the Zoning Code: Resolution No. 2003-016 Site Development Permit 2002-756, Radio Active David and Jamie Reulman March 4, 2003 Page 3 1. Consistency with General Plan. The proposed showroom/office building is in a regional commercial area which allows uses such as the Radio Active project which is also consistent with the policies and goals of Specific Plan 99-036, a master planned 36 + acre development. 2. Consistency with Zoning Code. The proposed showroom/office building is consistent with the development standards of the Regional Commercial Zoning District, and has been designed to comply with the development standards of Specific Plan 99-036 (Amendment #2) with regard to setbacks, building height, lot coverage, exterior lighting, and parking requirements. 3. Architectural Design. The proposed architectural design of the showroom/office building is consistent with the adopted design guidelines of Specific Plan 99- 036 in that facade elements are staggered and different materials are planned to enhance the architectural style used in adjacent buildings. The proposed storefronts and varied roof heights enhances streetscape views and enhance adjacent commercial developments. 4. Site Design. As conditioned, the previously graded site is designed to be consistent with the circulation pattern for Planning Area #4 in Specific Plan 99- 036 and complements surrounding commercial land uses. Public access to the proposed Radio Active building will be adequate in that vehicular and pedestrian access will be via hardscape surfaces surrounding the building. The proposed project is physically suitable for the one acre property and requires shared access driveways on Corporate Centre Drive and Dune Palms Road. 5. Landscaae Design. As conditioned, the proposed landscape plan is consistent with the landscape guidelines of Specific Plan 99-036 in that the proposed plant list complies with the master plant list thereby enhances existing La Quinta Corporate Centre development. A variety of plant materials will provide screening of parking areas and building facades to lessen the impact of the two story building mass; plant materials are conducive to the desert climate. The proposed project would not be disruptive to existing and future commercial uses because site improvements consist of adequate planting areas. 6. Sign Program. As conditioned, the proposed channel letter signs for the building are consistent with Chapter 9.160 of the Zoning Code and Specific Plan 99-036 in that the signs are limited to north and east facades. Resolution No. 2003-016 Site Development Permit 2002-756, Radio Active David and Jamie Reulman March 4, 2003 Page 4 7. Lighting Design. As conditioned, exterior lighting for security is consistent with the City requirements to provide a variety of lighting types with cutoff fixtures ensuring glare is not created. 8. Infrastructure. There are adequate provisions for water, sanitation, and public utilities and services to ensure that the proposed use would not be detrimental to public health and safety, in that the site is in a developed urban area where services are provided. The project is allowed to divert stormwater to temporary off -site retention basins or into the improvements provided by Site Development Permit 2000-669 (J. Paul buildings), subject to the rules and regulations of 'Specific Plan 99-036. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of La Quinta, California, as follows: 1. That the above recitations are true and constitute the findings of the City Council in this case; and 2. That the project is in compliance with the provisions and conditions of Specific Plan 99-036 (Amendment #2) and Environmental Assessment 99-383 as designed; and 3. That it does hereby approve Site Development Permit 2002-756 for the reasons set forth in this Resolution, subject to the conditions attached hereto (Exhibit "A"). PASSED, APPROVED, and ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the La Quinta City Council, held on the 4th day of March, 2003, by the following vote, to wit: AYES: Council Members Henderson, Sniff, Mayor Adolph NOES: None ABSENT: Council Members Osborne, Perkins ABSTAIN: None DON AVOLPH,Wayor City of La Quinta, California Resolution No. 2003-016 r--- Site Development Permit 2002-756, Radio Active David and Jamie Reulman March 4, 2003 Page 5 ATTEST: &=t:� &- Z!&e-a� JUk S. GREEK, CM City Clerk City of La Quinta, California (City Seal) APPROVED AS TO FORM: A HER JENSON, . y Attorney City of La Quinta, California CITY COUNCIL RESOLUTION NO. 2003-016 EXHIBIT "A" "-" CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL - FINAL SITE DEVELOPMENT PERMIT 2002-756, RADIO ACTIVE DAVID AND JAMIE REULMAN MARCH 4, 2003 GENERAL 1. The applicant agrees to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless the City of La Quinta (the "City"), its agents, officers and employees from any claim, action or proceeding to attack, set aside, void, or annul the approval of this Site Development Permit. The City shall have sole discretion in selecting its defense counsel. The City shall promptly notify the applicant of any claim, action or proceeding and shall cooperate fully in the defense. 2. Prior to the issuance of any permit by the City, the applicant shall obtain the necessary permits and/or clearances from the following agencies: • Fire Marshal • Public Works Department (Grading Permit, Improvement Permit) • Community Development Department • Desert Sands Unified School District • Coachella Valley Water District (CVWD) • Imperial Irrigation District (IID) • California Water Quality Control Board (CWQCB) The applicant is responsible for all requirements of the permits and/or clearances from the above listed agencies. When the requirements include approval of improvement plans, applicant shall furnish proof of such approvals when submitting the improvement plans for City approval. 3. Unless a building permit is acquired within one year, this permit shall expire as set forth in Section 9.210.010 of the Zoning Code unless a time extension is applied for and granted by the Planning Commission. The City of La Quinta's Municipal Code can be accessed on the City's Web site at www.la-quinta.org. LANDSCAPING 4. The applicant shall comply with Sections 9.90.040 (Table of Development Standards) & 9.100.040 (Landscaping), LQMC. 5. The applicant shall provide landscaping in the required setbacks. RESOLUTION NO. 2003-016 EXHIBIT "A" CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL - FINAL SITE DEVELOPMENT PERMIT 2002-756, RADIO ACTIVE DAVID AND JAMIE REULMAN MARCH 4, 2003 PAGE 2 6. Landscape and irrigation plans for landscaped lots and setbacks shall be signed and stamped by a licensed landscape architect. The applicant shall submit the landscape plans for approval by the Community Development Department (CDD), prior to plan checking by the Public Works Department. When plan checking has been completed by CDD, the applicant shall obtain the signatures of CVWD and the Riverside County Agricultural Commissioner, prior to submittal for signature by the City Engineer. NOTE: Plans are not approved for construction until signed by the City Engineer. 7. Landscape areas shall have permanent irrigation improvements meeting the requirements of the City Engineer. Use of lawn areas shall be minimized with no lawn, or spray irrigation, being placed within 18 inches of curbs along public streets. 8. The final landscaping plan shall indicate the following design elements: A. The trees used throughout the site shall be eight to ten feet in height with a minimum container size of 24" box and a minimum trunk caliper size of 1.5- inch per Specific Plan 99-036. B. 50% of the parking lot surfaces shall be shaded by trees or permanent structures. C. Additional triangular tree wells shall be included along the north side of the building within the parking lot to assist with the compliance of Item B. D. Small planters on the north side of the building may be eliminated during the preparation of the final working drawings. E. The perimeter setback and parkway areas in the street right-of-way shall be shaped with berms and mounds, pursuant to Section 9.100.040(B)(7), LQMC. MAINTENANCE 9. The applicant shall comply with the provisions of Section 13.24.160 (Maintenance), LQMC. 10. The applicant shall make provisions for the continuous and perpetual maintenance of all private on -site improvements, perimeter landscaping, access drives, and sidewalks. RESOLUTION NO. 2003-016 EXHIBIT 'A' CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL - FINAL SITE DEVELOPMENT PERMIT 2002-756, RADIO ACTIVE DAVID AND JAMIE REULMAN MARCH 4, 2003 PAGE 3 FEES AND DEPOSITS 11. The applicant shall comply with the provisions of Section 13.24.180 (Fees and Deposits), LQMC. These fees include all deposits and fees required by the City for plan checking and construction inspection. Deposits and fee amounts shall be those in effect when the applicant makes application for plan check and permits. FIRE DEPARTMENT Conditions are subject to change with adoption of new codes, ordinances, laws, or when building permits are not obtained within twelve (12) months. Final conditions will be addressed when architectural building plans are reviewed. A plan check fee must be paid to the Fire Department at the time building plans are submitted. All questions regarding the meaning of the Fire Department conditions should be referred to the Fire Department Planning & Engineering staff at (760) 863-8886. 12. Approved super fire hydrants, shall be located not less than 25 feet nor more than 165 feet from any portion of the first floor building as measured along vehicular travel ways. 13. Blue dot reflectors shall be placed in the street 8-inches from centerline of the side that the fire hydrant is on, identify the fire hydrant locations. 14. City of La Quinta ordinance requires all commercial buildings 5,000 sq. ft. or larger to be fully sprinkled (NFPA 13 Standard). Sprinkler plans will need to be submitted to the Fire Department. Area separation walls may not be used to reduce the need for sprinklers. 15. Any turns, or turnaround areas, require a minimum 38-foot turning radius. 16. All structures shall be accessible from an approved roadway to within 150 feet of all portions of the exterior of the first floor. 17. A minimum dimension for access roads is 20 feet clear and unobstructed width and a minimum vertical clearance of 13'-6" in height. 18. The required water system, including fire hydrants, shall be installed and accepted by the appropriate water agency prior to any combustible building material being �— placed on the site. Two sets of water plans are to be submitted to the Fire Department for approval. RESOLUTION NO. 2003-016 CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL - FINAL SITE DEVELOPMENT PERMIT 2002-756, RADIO ACTIVE DAVID AND JAMIE REULMAN MARCH 4, 2003 PAGE 4 EXHIBIT "A" 19. The developer shall prepare and submit to the Fire Department for approval, a site plan designating required fire lanes with appropriate lane painting and/or signs. 20. Building plans shall be submitted to the Fire Department for plan review to run concurrent with the City plan check. SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT All questions regarding the meaning of the public safety conditions should be referred to Senior Deputy Andy Gerrard at (760) 863-8950. 21. Prior to construction of any building structure, a material storage area shall be established and enclosed by a six-foot high chain link fence. 22. A list of serial and/or license numbers of stored on -site equipment shall be kept in the construction office along with a list of contractors (e.g., addresses, phone numbers, etc.). 23. Roof access ladders shall be located inside the building. 24. All exterior light fixtures shall be tamper resistant and placed high enough to discourage vandalism. 25. The building address shall be clearly visible from the street using 12" high internally illuminated letters. The building address shall be posted on the rear of the building in 4" high letters. 26. Additional security measures as outlined in the police departments memo of December 12, 2002, shall be met unless impractical. MISCELLANEOUS 27. All public agency letters received for this case are made part of the case file documents for plan checking processes. 28. Prior to issuance of a building permit, the following items shall be taken care of: A. Parking lot lighting shall be adequately shielded to prevent glare from being cast onto adjacent properties and placed so that tree growth does not interfere with the lighting needs of the site. RESOLUTION NO. 2003-016 CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL - FINAL # SITE DEVELOPMENT PERMIT 2002-756, RADIO ACTIVE DAVID AND JAMIE REULMAN MARCH 4, 2003 PAGE 5 EXHIBIT 'A' B. All roof mounted mechanical equipment shall be screened by roof parapets so that they cannot be viewed from adjacent properties. Prior to occupancy of the proposed building complex, a visual inspection shall be made by the Community Development Department from all sides of the building from a distance of 800 feet to confirm that the parapets conceal any roof mounted equipment. C. Pursuant to Section 9.160.050 (Table 9-19) of the Zoning Ordinance, no more than two permanent building identification signs shall be allowed, provided the signs are oriented to be viewed from adjacent streets. Each building sign shall be limited to 25 square feet to ensure that no more than 50 square feet of sign area is permitted for this single tenant building. Future building identification signs may be internally illuminated using channel -style letters. Final building sign exhibits shall be submitted to the Community Development Department along with the filing of a Sign Permit Application and required application fees during the preparation of the final construction plans. D. One bicycle storage rack shall be installed. 29. Minor amendments to the plans shall be approved by the Community Development Director. Major changes to the overall design of the development shall required Planning Commission review. 30. In the event that the permittee violates or fails to comply with any of the Conditions of Approval of this permit, no further permits, licenses, approvals, certificates of occupancy shall be issued until such violation has been fully remedied.