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PLANNING COMMISSION
AGENDA
A Regular Meeting to be Held at the
La Quinta City Hall Council Chamber
78-495 Calle Tampico
La Quinta, California
JUNE 27, 2006
7:00 P.M.
**NOTE**
ALL ITEMS NOT CONSIDERED BY 11:00 P.M. WILL BE CONTINUED
TO THE NEXT REGULAR MEETING
Beginning Resolution 2006-024
Beginning Minute Motion 2006-014
1. CALL TO ORDER
II. PUBLIC COMMENT
This is the time set aside for public comment on any matter not scheduled
for public hearing. Please complete a "Request to Speak" form and limit your
comments to three minutes.
CONFIRMATION OF AGENDA
IV. CONSENT CALENDAR
A. Approval of the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of June 13, 2006.
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V. PUBLIC HEARING:
For all Public Hearings on the Agenda, a completed "Request to Speak" form must
be filed with the Executive Secretary prior to the start of the Planning Commission
consideration of that item. The Chairman will invite individuals who have requested
the opportunity to speak, to come forward at the appropriate time.
Any person may submit written comments to the Planning Commission before a
public hearing, may appear and be heard in support of, or in opposition to, the
approval of the project(s) at the time of the hearing. If you challenge any project(s)
in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised
at the public hearing or in written correspondence delivered to the City at, or prior
to the public hearing.
A. Item ................ RIGHT -OF -WAY -CLOSURE 2006-001
Applicant ......... City of La Quinta
Location .......... Calle Serena approximately 120 linear feet south of the
intersection of Vista Grande and Calle Serena
Request ........... General Plan consistency finding that closure to non -
emergency vehicular traffic on Calle Serena approximately
120 linear feet south of the intersection of Vista Grande
and Calle Serena is no longer needed.
Action ............. Resolution 2006-
B. Item ................ SITE DEVELOPMENT PERMIT 2006-861
Applicant ......... Villa Sienna, L.L.C.
Location .......... Northwest corner of Avenue 58 and Madison Street
Request ........... Consideration of architectural and landscaping plans for
five prototypical residential plans and perimeter
landscaping for use in Tract 32225
Action ............. Minute Motion 2006-
C. Item ................
ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT 2006-568 AND
SPECIFIC PLAN 2006-080
Applicant .........
City of La Quinta
Location ..........
546 acre site south of Avenue 52, west of Jefferson
Street, north of Avenue 54
Request ...........
Consideration of:
1.
Recommending to the City Council Certification of an
Addendum to Environmental Assessment 2002-453; and
2.
Recommending to the City Council approval of the
SilverRock Resort Specific Plan creating development
guidelines and standards for the future development of a
destination resort area
Action .............
Request to continue to July 11, 2006
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VI. BUSINESS ITEMS:
A. Item ................ SIGN APPLICATION 2006-1005
Applicant ......... CP Development La Quinta, LLC
Location .......... Southeast corner of Washington Street and Miles Avenue
in Center Point
Request ........... Consideration of a Sign Program for Center Point project
Action ............. Minute Motion 2006-
B. Item ................ SIGN APPLICATION 2006-993
Applicant ......... Best Signs, Inc.
Location .......... North side of Highway 111, west of Adams Street, in the
One -Eleven La Quinta Shopping Center
Request ........... Consideration of an Identification Sign for Rooms Express
Action ............. Minute Motion 2006-
VII. CORRESPONDENCE AND WRITTEN MATERIAL: None
VIII. COMMISSIONER ITEMS:
A. Review of City Council meeting of June 20, 2006.
B. Discussion regarding summer meeting schedule.
IX. ADJOURNMENT:
This meeting of the Planning Commission will be adjourned to a Regular
Meeting to be held on July 11, 2006, at 7:00 p.m.
DECLARATION OF POSTING
I, Betty J. Sawyer, Executive Secretary of the City of La Quinta, do hereby declare
that the foregoing Agenda for the La Quinta Planning Commission meeting of
Tuesday, June 27, 2006, was posted on the outside entry to the Council Chamber,
78-495 Calle Tampico and the bulletin board at the La Quinta Cove Post Office, on
Friday, June 23, 2006.
DATED: June 23, 2006
BED WYER, Executive Secretary
City ova Quinta, California
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PLANNING COMMISSION
STAFF REPORT
DATE: JUNE 27, 2006
CASE NO: RW-C 2006-001
APPLICANT: CITY OF LA QUINTA
REQUEST: CLOSE TO NON -EMERGENCY VEHICULAR TRAFFIC ON
CALLE SERENA APPROXIMATELY 120 LINEAR FEET
SOUTH OF THE INTERSECTION OF VISTA GRANDE AND
CALLE SERENA
LOCATION: CALLE SERENA APPROXIMATELY 120 LINEAR FEET
SOUTH OF THE INTERSECTION OF VISTA GRANDE AND
CALLE SERENA
ENVIRONMENTAL
CONSIDERATION: THE LA QUINTA PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT HAS
DETERMINED THE PROPOSED ACTION IS
CATEGORICALLY EXEMPT PURSUANT TO SECTION
15301, CLASS 1(C), OF THE GUIDELINES FOR
IMPLEMENTATION OF THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL
QUALITY ACT.
BACKGROUND
The proposed closure would result in the southerly 39 feet of Calls Serena (in north La
Quinta) being closed to non -emergency vehicular traffic. Attachment 1 is a vicinity
map of the area. Attachment 2 shows the proposed closure.
The closure of Calle Serena to non -emergency vehicles is proposed to remedy a local
traffic issue. The emergency access gate at the La Quinta Springs apartment complex
at the end of Calle Serena had been an emergency only access gate until the
commencement of construction on Jefferson Street. During the construction, the
access gate became open to all traffic. The City's understanding at the time the gate
was to be open to non -emergency traffic, was that the opening was only to be on a
temporary basis. Once the construction was completed the gate was to be returned to
its original condition, emergency access only. This has not yet occurred. The
prolonged gate access has caused an unsafe neighborhood traffic condition. The
roadway is configured and had been utilized as a dead-end street.
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It is the opinion of the Public Works Department and the City's Traffic Engineer that
the southerly portion of Calle Serena is not necessary for vehicular traffic, with the
exception of emergency vehicles.
The proposal is closure of the street to non -emergency vehicular traffic at the subject
location, not vacation of public use rights dedicated by the subdivider on the
subdivision map that created Calle Serena. Hence, the public use right will be retained
if the proposed action is approved. The proposed closure is permissible under Vehicle
Code §21 101(a) (1) and La Quinta City Council Resolution 2000-99 which establishes
policies for closure of streets to vehicular traffic. The public hearing for this item has
been published in the Desert Sun and notices sent as required by Resolution 2000-99
apprising all interested parties, residents and property owners within 500 feet of the
proposed street closure location. The City of Indio was also notified of the public
hearing.
In order for the City to approve the proposed street closure, it is necessary that the
Planning Commission and the City Council make a finding that the street is "no longer
needed for vehicular traffic."
Calle Serena is lightly used by vehicular traffic. Indeed, from the information gathered
by the City, the southerly portion of Calle Serena has functioned as a dead-end street
with no through traffic from the time it was developed until 2005 during the Jefferson
Street widening project. Until 2005, the only vehicular traffic on the roadway was
associated with persons who used the dead-end street for parking. The staff's view is
that the area is not needed for resident parking. The light use is largely attributable to
the dead-end configuration of the street and the convenient alternative routes in the
immediate vicinity. The subject street is not a key route linking traffic generators to
traffic attractors.
Calle Serena is currently a dead-end street with emergency vehicle access to the La
Quinta Springs apartment complex. The emergency access to the La Quinta Springs
apartment complex is behind a full curb and sidewalk and its use by non -emergency
vehicles is not appropriate. Use of that access requires drivers to drive over a full
curb, which is unsafe and causes damage to both the vehicles and the curb and
roadway. Closure of this portion of Calle Serena would reestablish the long standing
traffic pattern in the area. Non -emergency vehicles entering and exiting the apartment
complex will utilize the existing two access points to Jefferson Street, which is about
250 feet to the west. Jefferson Street is a Major Arterial. There are two residences
that have driveways off of Calle Serena. These residents would still have access to
the open portion of Calle Serena should the proposed closure be approved since the
closure point is to the south of the driveways. However, those residents will be
precluded from using the closed portion of the street for driving or parking. Emergency
vehicles would still have access to the apartment complex via Calle Serena. Therefore,
the proposed closure would have no effect on circulation.
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GENERAL PLAN CONSISTENCY
The General Plan Traffic and Circulation goal is "A transportation and circulation
network that efficiently and economically moves people, vehicles and goods using
facilities that meet the current demands and projected needs of the City while
maintaining and protecting its residential resort character."
Calle Serena is currently a dead-end street with emergency vehicle access to the La
Quinta Springs apartment complex. With the proposed closure, the southerly 39 feet
of the roadway would no longer be available to non -emergency vehicles. Since the
area is currently configured as a dead-end street, the proposed closure is not a
significant modification of the existing circulation system.
STATEMENT OF MANDATORY FINDINGS
Given the parameters noted in this report, it is possible for the Planning Commission to
make the following findings:
1 . The proposed street closure is consistent with the General Plan.
2. The proposed closure area is no longer needed for non -emergency vehicular
traffic.
RECOMMENDATION:
Adopt Planning Commission Resolution 2006- , finding that Calle Serena
approximately 120 linear feet south of the intersection of Vista Grande and Calle
Serena is no longer needed for vehicular traffic, and that the closure is consistent with
the General Plan.
Attachments:
1. Vicinity Map
2. Aerial Photo Exhibit Showing Proposed Closure
3. Assessor's Map - Book 649, Page 14
Prepared by:
Edward J. Wim er, Principal Engineer
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PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION 2006-
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF LA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA, RECOMMENDING TO
THE CITY COUNCIL CLOSURE TO NON -EMERGENCY
VEHICULAR TRAFFIC ON CALLE SERENA
APPROXIMATELY 120 FEET SOUTH OF THE
INTERSECTION OF VISTA GRANDE AND CALLE SERENA
CASE NO.: RW-C 2006-001
APPLICANT: CITY OF LA QUINTA
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission of the City of La Quinta, California,
did on the 27th day of June, 2006, hold a duly noticed Public Hearing for the City of
La Quinta to review the proposed street closure to non -emergency vehicular traffic of
Calle Serena from approximately 120 feet south of the intersection Vista Grande and
Calle Serena to the end of Calle Serena; and
WHEREAS, on January 11, 1967, the subdivision map for Tract No. 3505
was filed within the County of Riverside and created Lot C as Calle Serena and was
irrevocably dedicated to public use, for street purposes and subsequently accepted by
the City of La Quinta by Resolution 83-61 with Annexation #1 on October 18`h 1983;
and
WHEREAS, the City of La Quinta now desires to close a 39 foot long
segment of Calle Serena to non -emergency vehicular traffic from approximately 120
feet south of the intersection of Vista Grande and Calle Serena to the end of Calle
Serena; and
WHEREAS, the Staff Report outlines the facts which demonstrate that
the closure area is not necessary for vehicular traffic; and
WHEREAS, proposed closure to non -emergency vehicular traffic is
permissible under Vehicle Code §21101(a)(1) and La Quinta City Council Resolution
2000-99; and
WHEREAS, at said public hearing, upon hearing and considering all
testimony and arguments, if any, of interested persons wanting to be heard, said
Planning Commission did make the following mandatory findings recommending
closure of the proposed street segment:
1. The 39 foot long segment of Calle Serena from approximately 120 feet from the
intersection of Vista Grande and Calle Serena to the end of Calle Serena is no
longer needed for non -emergency vehicular traffic.
2. Closure of the 39 foot long segment of Calle Serena is consistent with the goals
and policies of the La Quinta General Plan.
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Planning Commission Resolution 2006-_
RW-C 2006-001 - Calle Serena
Adopted: June 27, 2006
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Planning Commission of the
City of La Quinta, California, as follows:
Section 1. The area proposed for closure to non -emergency vehicular traffic is
more particularly described as being that remainder portion of Lot C of Tract Map No.
3505, from a point located approximately 120 feet south from the centerline
intersection of Vista Grande to the Lot C southerly terminus. The area of closure is 50
feet wide, east to west, and 39 feet long, north to south, and containing 1,950 square
feet.
Section 2. The closure area is no longer needed for non -emergency vehicular
traffic and there are sufficient alternative routes in the immediate area to complete
access needs of motorists to properties in the area with inconsequential impact.
Section 3. Closure of the 39 foot long segment of Calle Serena is consistent
with the General Plan.
Section 4. This action is exempt from the California Environmental Quality
Act ("CEQA") by CEQA Guideline 15301, Class 1(C).
PASSED, APPROVED and ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the La Quinta
Planning Commission, held on this 27th day of June, 2006, by the following vote, to
wit:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
PAUL QUILL, Chairman
City of La Quinta, California
ATTEST:
DOUGLAS R. EVANS
Community Development Director
City of La Quinta, California
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ARCHITECT: TOM EDGEMONT, TBNC
REQUEST: CONSIDERATION OF ARCHITECTURAL AND
LANDSCAPING PLANS FOR FIVE PROTOTYPICAL
RESIDENTIAL PLANS FOR USE IN TRACT 32225
LOCATION: NORTHWEST CORNER OF AVENUE 58 AND MADISON
STREET
ENVIRONMENTAL
REVIEW: THE LA QUINTA COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
DEPARTMENT HAS DETERMINED THAT THE REQUEST
HAS BEEN PREVIOUSLY ASSESSED IN CONJUNCTION
WITH ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT 2004-502
PREPARED FOR TENTATIVE TRACT 32225, WHICH WAS
CERTIFIED BY THE CITY COUNCIL. NO CHANGED
CIRCUMSTANCES OR CONDITIONS ARE PROPOSED, NOR
HAS ANY NEW INFORMATION BEEN SUBMITTED WHICH
WOULD TRIGGER THE PREPARATION OF A SUBSEQUENT
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW PURSUANT TO PUBLIC
RESOURCES CODE SECTION 21166.
ZONING: RL (LOW DENSITY RESIDENTIAL)
GENERAL PLAN
DESIGNATION: LDR (LOW DENSITY RESIDENTIAL)
SURROUNDING
ZONING AND
LAND USES: NORTH:
MEDIUM DENSITY RESIDENTIAL (MDR),
PUERTA AZUL
SOUTH:
NEIGHBORHOOD COMMERCIAL (CN),
VACANT
EAST:
LOW DENISTY RESIDENTIAL (LDR), PGA
WEST
WEST:
LOW DENISTY RESIDENTIAL (LDR), LION'S
GATE
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BACKGROUND:
This 8.08 acre property, with a total 28 residential lots, is located on the north side of
Avenue 58, west of Madison Street (Attachment 1). Tentative Tract 32225 was
approved for this property on October 19, 2004.
PROJECT PROPOSAL:
Architectural Plans
The applicant has submitted prototypical plans for five residential model units
(Attachment 2). Five different floor plans are proposed and vary in size from 2,351 to
3,470 square feet. Four of the five elevations are a Spanish/Mediterranean
architectural style while the fifth style is Desert Contemporary. The elevations identify
all buildings to be one story and vary in height from 14'-8" to 18'-10" with chimneys
and entry towers as high 20'-8". Plan 1 is proposed to be built at the end of each of
the cul-de-sacs. Plan 2 has an open courtyard on the side of the residence. Plans 4
and 5 have courtyards in the front, with Plan 4 proposing an optional casita. All plans
propose swimming pools located in either the front or rear yards.
Proposed exterior plaster and trim colors are light to dark earth tones with red/brown
blends of concrete "S" roof tile. Elevation 4 has a contemporary pewter and grey tone
color option with color compatible flat concrete the over the front entry element.
Elevations will utilize stone veneer wainscoting, decorative rosettes, and lantern style
lights.
Garage doors are proposed to be sectional wood stained to match the units. Material
and color samples and color schemes have been submitted and will be available at the
meeting.
Landscape Plans
A revised Landscape Plan has been submitted after the Architecture and Landscape
Review Committee completed its review and recommendations as described below.
The tree type has been significantly changed to reflect growth and maintenance in the
desert climate. The landscape plans and plant schedule has also been modified to
reflect the changes.
Access to the project will be from Madison Street with vehicles having right -in, right -
out, and left —in movement. Median landscaping is proposed to be consistent with City
median planting, watering and site distance guidelines. The revised tree and shrub plant
schedule will be used for specific plant types and size call outs if the existing median
and its existing landscaping are required to be disturbed as a result of the final street
and median design.
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The proposed perimeter wall consists of two different materials which emphasize a
more simplified contemporary design. At the main entry gate, a 6-foot high stucco
finished block wall is proposed in sections with brown/red tone colors which transition
in tone. At the corner of Avenue 58 and Madison Street and at the main entry corners,
the sectional wall is staggered with four inch openings. Masonry slump block is
proposed for the remainder (majority) of the perimeter on Avenue 52 and Madison
Street. Material for the main vehicle and pedestrian entry gates are proposed to be
stainless steel with view through mesh; and in line with the gate are square metal poles
in the landscape setback. Proposed in the center median of the main entry gate is an
"iconic" 14'-3" high entry stuccoed monument topped with a copper ribbed roof. The
entry monument is proposed to have ornamental lighting and a water feature around a
landscape planter. Two additional landscape planters are proposed within the median.
The driveway will be constructed with tumbled and random paver stones to help define
the entry. The larger planter area consists of natural slab stone and flowers. The slab
stone is proposed to be used for a future monument sign; however, the proposed sign
"Santerra" is not a part of this application process.
Common area and perimeter landscaping and wall plans are also proposed. Perimeter
landscaping along Madison Street and a landscaped retention basin along Avenue 52
consists of 24 inch box Palo Verde, 24 inch box Acacias along with a variety of desert
shrubs and aggregate ground cover with no turf. At the project entry and at the corner
of Avenue 52 and Madison Street, the applicant proposes 48 inch box Blue Palo
Verde's, and 36 inch box Acacias. The applicant's revised plan proposes, within the
retention basin, a decomposed granite walking trail and three exercise stations.
Preliminary typical landscaping plans have been submitted for each of the five model
plans. Typical front yard landscaping plans include a minimum of three 24 inch box
trees including Desert Museum, Palo Verde, African Sumac, Desert Willow and Acacia,
five gallon shrubs, and decomposed granite in the shrub beds with no turf. Plant
materials identified are low water users and typically used in the desert.
ARCHITECTURE AND LANDSCAPING REVIEW COMMITTEE (ALRC):
The ALRC reviewed this request at its meeting of July 7, 2006 (Attachment 3), and on
a 3-0 vote recommended approval (revisions to the landscape plan) with the following
Conditions of Approval:
1. Provide a custom design or cut sheet detail for the all exterior light fixtures
including the entry tower feature. All exterior perimeter lighting shall be
approved by the Community Development Director.
2. All stainless steel material used for the perimeter wall and gates shall be
bonderized.
3. The six foot perimeter wall height shall be measured from the finished grade of
the residential lots.
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4. A separate sign permit is required for the monument sign.
5. The copper roof on the entry monument shall be treated to speed up the patina
process.
6. The perimeter wall shall have pilasters installed with a triangular design at
residential property lines or 100 foot maximum. Pilasters shall accommodate all
wall height transitions.
7. All units that propose to use "S" roof tile shall use a tri-color mix of "S" tile.
S. Provide an architectural relief band on the left side elevation of the desert
contemporary units.
9. Delete all Crape Myrtle trees and Liquid Amber from the plant palette and
provide substitute plants, shrub massing along the perimeter parkways and
provide a revised list. All trees in the parkway and retention area shall be a
minimum 24 inch box and 1.5 inch caliper. Provide decomposed granite in
place of the natural soils in the retention basin, and revised final median design
including landscape plans. Provide 36 inch and 48 inch box trees at the project
entrance and at the corner of Avenue 52 and Madison Street. Phase the
existing perimeter landscape palette to the north of the project into the project
perimeter landscape plan.
10. Final landscape plans shall reviewed by the Architecture Landscape Review
Committee and the amended final landscaping plan shall be approved by the
Community Development Director.
PUBLIC NOTICE:
This application was advertised in the Desert Sun newspaper on June 17, 2006. All
property owners within 500 feet of the site were mailed a copy of the public hearing
notice as required by the La Quinta Municipal Code. As of this writing, no comments
have been received.
CONCLUSION:
The prototype units are well designed and comply with applicable Code requirements.
The typical front yard landscaping is attractive and compatible with the surrounding
area. The revised landscape plans address staff and ARLC concerns regarding
appropriate plant material for the and desert setting, shrub massing to create a variety
of plant forms and heights, and increased plant sizes at the project entry and at the
corner of Madison Street and Avenue 58. Staff is recommending 36 inch box trees
with a two inch caliper in place of the proposed 24 inch box trees for all trees along
the perimeter of Madison Street and Avenue 58. All the recommended Conditions of
Approval regarding landscaping should remain to maintain the project record.
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FINDINGS:
The Findings as required by Section 9.210.010 (Site Development Permits) of the
Zoning Code can be made as noted below.
1. Compliance with Zoning Code- The project is consistent with the Design
Guidelines of Section 9.60.330 (Residential Tract Development Review) of the
Zoning Code, which requires a minimum of two different front elevations, varied
roof heights and planes. The proposed units comply with these requirements in
that three facades for each of the plans are proposed and varied planes and roof
lines are provided.
2. Architectural Design- The architectural design of the project, including, but not
limited to the architectural style, scale, building mass, materials, colors,
architectural details, roof style, and other architectural elements, are compatible
with surrounding development in the City.
3. Compliance with CEQA- This project has been previously assessed in
conjunction with Environmental Assessment 2004-502 prepared for Tentative
Tract 32225, which were certified by the City Council, and therefore, no further
environmental review is needed.
4. Site Design- The site design of the project, including, but not limited to project
entries, interior circulation, pedestrian, equestrian and bicycle ways, pedestrian
amenities, and other site design elements are compatible with surrounding
development and with the quality of design prevalent in the City and laid out
and provided in compliance with the Zoning Code requirements and approved
Tract Maps.
5. Landscape Design- As conditioned, new home and project landscaping is
designed with plant material appropriate for the area climate. Furthermore,
landscape design and irrigation systems are required to comply with City and
Coachella Valley Water District water efficiency requirements, ensuring efficient
water use.
6. Compliance with General Plan- The project is in compliance with the General
Plan in that the property to be developed is designated for residences as
proposed.
RECOMMENDATION:
Adopt Minute Motion 2006- , approving Site Development Permit 2006-861,
pursuant to the above -noted Findings and subject to the attached Conditions of
Approval.
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Attachments:
1. Location map
2. Plan exhibits (for Planning Commission only)
3. Minutes for the Architecture and Landscaping Review Committee meeting of
June 7, 2006
Prepared by:
l red 'Baker, AlC
Principal Planner
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PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTE MOTION 2006-
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL — RECOMMENDED
SITE DEVELOPMENT PERMIT 2006-861
VILLA SIENNA, L.L.C.
ADOPTED: JUNE 27, 2006
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1. The applicant agrees to defend, indemnify and hold harmless the City of La
Quinta ("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. This Site Development Permit is valid for one year, unless an extension is
applied for and granted by the Planning Commission pursuant to Section
9.200.080 of the Zoning Code.
3. SDP 2006-851 shall comply with all applicable conditions and/or mitigation
measures, which are incorporated by reference herein, for the following
related approvals:
• Environmental Assessment 2004-502
• Tentative Tract Maps 32225
4. In the event of any conflict(s) between approval conditions and/or provisions
of these approvals, the Community Development Director shall determine
precedence. No development permits will be issued until compliance with
these conditions has been achieved.
5. Prior to the issuance of any grading, construction, or building permit by the
City, the applicant shall obtain the necessary clearances and/or permits from
the following agencies, if required:
• Fire Marshal
• Public Works Department (Grading Permit, Improvement Permits)
• Community Development Department
• Riverside Co. Environmental Health Department
• Coachella Valley Unified School District
• Coachella Valley Water District (CVWD)
• Imperial Irrigation District (IID)
• California Water Quality Control Board (CWQCB)
• South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD)
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PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTE MOTION 2006-
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL - RECOMMENDED
SITE DEVELOPMENT PERMIT 2006.861
VILLA SIENNA, L.L.C.
ADOPTED: JUNE 27, 2006
6. 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, the applicant shall furnish proof of such
approvals when submitting those improvement plans for City approval.
ARCHITECTURE AND LANDSCAPING REVIEW COMMITTEE (ALRC):
7. Provide a custom design or cut sheet detail for the all exterior light fixtures
including the entry tower feature. All exterior perimeter lighting shall be
approved by the Community Development Director.
S. All stainless steel material used for the perimeter wall and gates shall be
bonderized.
9. The six foot perimeter wall height shall be measured from the finished grade
of the residential lots.
10. A separate sign permit is required for the monument sign.
11. The copper roof on the entry monument shall be treated to speed up the
patina process.
12. The perimeter wall shall have pilasters installed with a triangular design at
residential property lines or 100 foot maximum. Pilasters shall accommodate
all wall height transitions.
13. All units that proposed to use "S" the shall use a tri-color mix of "S" tile.
14. Provide an architectural relief band on the left side elevation of the desert
contemporary units.
15. Delete all Crape Myrtle and Liquid Amber trees from the plant palette and
provide substitute plants, shrub massing along the perimeter parkways shall
be revised, all trees in the parkway and retention area shall be a minimum 36
inch box and a 2 inch caliper, provide decomposed granite in place of the
natural soils in the retention basin, and revised final median design including
landscape plans. Provide 36 inch and 48 inch box trees at the project
entrance and at the corner of Avenue 52 and Madison Street. Phase the
existing perimeter landscape palette to the north of the project into the
project perimeter landscape plan.
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PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTE MOTION 2006-
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL — RECOMMENDED
SITE DEVELOPMENT PERMIT 2006-861
VILLA SIENNA, L.L.C.
ADOPTED: JUNE 27, 2006
16. Final landscape plans shall reviewed by the Architecture Landscape Review
Committee and the amended final landscaping plan shall be approved by the
Community Development Director and the Public Works Director.
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MINUTES
ARCHITECTURE & LANDSCAPING REVIEW COMMITTO MEETING
A Regular meeting held at the La Quinta COY Hall
78-495 Calle Tampico, La Quinta,
June 7, 2006 10:00 a.m.
CALL TO ORDER
A. This meeting of the Architectural aryl Landscaping Review Committee
was called to order at 10:06 a.m. * Planning Manager Les Johnson.
B. Committee Members present: ill Bobbitt, Frank Christopher, and
Tracy Smith.
C. Staff present: Planning Ma ager Les Johnson, Principal Planner Fred
Baker and Executive Secre ry Betty Sawyer.
II. PUBLIC COMMENT: None.
III. CONFIRMATION OF THE AGENDA: Confirmed.
IV. CONSENT CALENDAR:
A. There being no anges to the minutes, it was moved and seconded
by Committee embers Bobbitt/Christopher to approve the minutes of
May 3, 2006, s submittted. Unanimously approved.
V. BUSINESS ITEMS:
A. Site Development Permit 2004-861; a request of Villa Sienna, LLC, for
consideration of architectural and landscaping plans for five
prototypical residential plans for use in Tract 32225 for the property
located at the northwest corner of Avenue 58 and Madison Street.
1. Principal Planner Fred Baker presented the information contained
in the staff report, a copy of which is on file in the Community
Development Department. Staff introduced Mr. Greg Lamarka,
G5 Enterprises, Tom Edgemont, Landscape Architect, and Steve
Christopher, Architect/Project Manager who gave a presentation
on the project.
2. Committee Member Bobbitt asked what type of tile would be
used. Mr. Christopher explained the four different types of
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tiles. Committee Member Bobbitt asked that the side elevations
be broken up with some type of detail. In regard to staff's
recommendations, he is not sure how the Marina Strawberry
and St. Mary will do in the desert. Mr. Edgemont explained the
trees and where it was being used effectively. Committee
Member Bobbitt asked if the trees would be used on the
perimeter and was the landscape strip to be maintained by the
City or HOA. Staff stated HOA.
3. Committee Member Smith explained the desert gets extreme
fluctuations and if you don't see the plant in the desert
currently, there probably is a reason why it wasn't used.
4. Committee Member Bobbitt stated he would like to see larger
box trees, such as 30-inch boxes, especially at the corners and
entry, and 15-gallon plant stock be used even on the individual
units.
5. Committee Member Smith stated this streetscape is going to be
extremely different than what is currently out there and he is
not comfortable with this change. He would prefer to see some
blending in with the existing to be more consistent. Mr.
Tamarka stated they do not want to use the palm trees and
would like to reach a compromise. Committee Member Smith
stated he is strongly against the plant list. He would prefer to
have a less labor extensive plant list. Discussion followed
regarding plant substitutions. Mr. Tamarka stated his concern
is to find a different look than what is out there.
6. Committee Member Bobbitt stated the City is concerned with is
in the future when the plants do not make it and the HOA is
stuck trying to remedy a problem that should have been taken
care of at the beginning.
7. Committee Member Christopher stated the existing landscaping
adjoining this tract needs to transition into what they are trying
to achieve and this does not need to mean the use of palm
trees.
8. Committee Member Bobbitt asked what type of irrigation
system would be used. Mr. Edgemont stated a drip system.
Committee Member Bobbitt asked they use schedule 80 risers
with the emitters. Keep the trees separate from the plants on
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the irrigation system. Flowers will need a different valve from
the desert plant material. Remove the liquid amber at the entry.
9. Committee Member Smith asked how they could build a wall
with a boulder in it. Mr. Edgement explained how they would
be placed. Staff explained engineering plans would be needed
before the plans would be approved. Committee Member Smith
asked about the median. Staff explained there was concern
that the exiting median may have to be replaced. What the
applicant may have to do will be determined at a later date.
Committee Member Smith stated he would like to see the
perimeter landscape come back to the Committee. Staff
explained that would be up to the Planning Commission, but a
recommendation could be made to them.
10. Committee Member Christopher asked about the copper
spillway at the entry. Mr. Tamarka stated he is still evaluating
the materials to be used as to their longevity.
11. Committee Member Christopher asked that the pilaster
treatment be at the property lines and just a triangular shaped
treatment. Also, on the tile work he would prefer to see a tri-
colored mix used on all tile roofs.
12. There being no further questions of the applicant, it was moved
and seconded by Committee Members Christopher/Bobbitt to
adopt Minute Motion 2006-020 recommending approval of Site
Development Permit 2006-861, as recommended and amended:
a. Provide a custom design or cut sheet detail for the all
exterior light fixtures including the entry tower feature.
All exterior perimeter lighting shall be approved by the
Community Development Director.
b. All stainless steel material used for the perimeter wall and
gates shall be bonderized.
C. The six foot perimeter wall height shall be measured from
the finished grade of the residential lots.
d. A separate sign permit is required for the monument sign.
e. The copper roof on the entry monument shall be treated
to speed up the patina process.
f. The perimeter wall shall have pilasters installed with a
triangular design at residential property lines or 100 foot
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maximum. Pilasters shall accommodate all wall height
transitions.
g. All units that propose to use "S" roof tile shall use a tri-
color mix of "S" tile.
h. Provide an architectural relief band on the left side
elevation of the desert contemporary units.
i. Delete all Crape Myrtle trees and Liquid Amber from the
plant palette and provide substitute plants, shrub massing
along the perimeter parkways and provide a revised list.
All trees in the parkway and retention area shall be a
minimum 24 inch box and 1.5 inch caliper. Provide
decomposed granite in place of the natural soils in the
retention basin, and revised final median design including
landscape plans. Provide 36 inch and 48 inch box trees
at the project entrance and at the corner of Avenue 52
and Madison Street. Phase the existing perimeter
landscape palette to the north of the project into the
project perimeter landscape plan.
j. Final landscape plans shall reviewed by the Architecture
Landscape Review Committee and the amended final
landscaping plan shall be approved by the Community
Development Director.
Unanimously approved.
VI. \CORRESPONDENCE AND WRITTEN MATERIAL: None.
VII. COMMITTEE MEMBER ITEMS: None
Vill. ADJOI[RNMENT:
There being no further business, it was moved and seconded by Committee
Members Christop er/Bobbitt to adjourn this regular meeting of the Architectural
and Landscaping Re Mill
Committee to a regular meeting to be held on July 5,
2006. This meeting wN adjourned at 11 :24 a.m. on June 7, 2006.
Respectfully submitted,
BETTY J. SAWYER
Executive Secretary
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COMMISSION
FROM: DOUG EVANS, COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR
DATE: JUNE 23, 2006
SUBJECT: SILVERROCK RESORT SPECIFIC PLAN 2006-080 AND
ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT 2006-568
SilverRock Resort Specific Plan 2006-080 and Environmental Assessment 2006-
568 are scheduled for public hearing before the Planning Commission at the June
27 meeting. Due to a public notice error, it is necessary for the public hearing to
be continued to the following Planning Commission meeting of July 11 in order for
this matter to be considered. Therefore, staff recommends the Planning
Commission Chairman acknowledge the notice at the beginning of the meeting and
should anyone wish to speak on the subject, they can do so under public comment.
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PLANNING COMMISSION
STAFF REPORT
DATE: JUNE 27, 2006
CASE NOS.: SIGN APPLICATION 2006-1005
APPLICANT: CP DEVELOPMENT LA QUINTA, LLC
SIGN
PROGRAM
PREPARER: HERMANN AND ASSOCIATES
LOCATION: SOUTHEAST CORNER OF WASHINGTON STREET AND MILES
AVENUE IN CENTRE POINTE
REQUEST: CONSIDERATION OF A SIGN PROGRAM FOR CENTRE POINTE
PROJECT
ENVIRONMENTAL
REVIEW: THE LA QUINTA COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
HAS DETERMINED THAT THE REQUEST HAS BEEN ASSESSED
IN CONJUNCTION WITH ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT
2001-436, PREPARED FOR SPECIFIC PLAN 2001-055, WHICH
WAS CERTIFIED BY THE CITY COUNCIL ON FEBRUARY 5,
2002. NO CHANGED CIRCUMSTANCES OR CONDITIONS ARE
PROPOSED, NOR HAS ANY NEW INFORMATION SUBMITTED
WHICH WOULD TRIGGER THE NEED FOR PREPARATION OF A
SUBSEQUENT ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW.
ZONING: CT (TOURIST COMMERCIAL)
RM (MEDIUM DENSITY RESIDENTIAL)
P (PARK)
CO (OFFICE COMMERCIAL)
GENERAL PLAN
DESIGNATIONS: TC (TOURIST COMMERCIAL)
MR (MEDIUM DENSITY RESIDENTIAL)
P (PARKS AND RECREATION)
0 (OFFICE COMMERCIAL)
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SURROUNDING
ZONING AND
LAND USES: NORTH:
RL / SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL ACROSS
MILES AVENUE
SOUTH:
FP / COACHELLA VALLEY STORM CHANNEL
EAST:
LDR / EXISTING SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCES
WEST:
VACANT LAND IN THE CITY OF INDIAN WELLS
ACROSS WASHINGTON STREET
BACKGROUND:
The 50 acre Centre Pointe project at the southeast corner of Miles Avenue and
Washington Street (Attachment 1) was originally approved by the City Council on
February 5, 2002, and amended on June 3, 2003 and November 1, 2005 as part
of Specific Plan 2001-055. This project as currently approved includes a 133 room
hotel and 164 casitas units, as well as 60 residential units, two restaurants, a
neighborhood park, and a maximum 195,000+ square foot medical office/surgical
facility. The hotel is nearing completion with the first phase of the casitas' begun.
PROPOSED SIGN PROGRAM:
The sign program provides signs for the various different uses on the site
(Attachment 2). The proposal proposes primarily freestanding signs at each
vehicular entry off Washington Street, Miles Avenue and Seeley Drive leading to
the individual uses. Additionally, building wall signs are proposed for the Hilton
Homewood Suites, and anticipated for the medical center and two restaurants.
Two primary free-standing one sided signs to identify the various uses on the site
are proposed to be located at the southeast corner of Washington Street and Miles
Avenue and northeast corner of Washington Street and the new Seeley Drive.
These signs will mimic a small arch with a length of 24' and height varying from
3.5' to 4.5' (96± square feet).
A similar designed one sided sign is proposed to be placed at the Washington
Street driveway entry between Miles Avenue and Seeley Drive. This sign will be
18' long with a height varying from 3.5' to 4.5' (72 ± square feet) and read
Homewood Suites Hilton on three lines with their "duck" logo above "Homewood".
Two short (18" high by 10' long) accent walls will flank the front of this sign.
The medical center entry on the south side of Seeley Drive will have the same sign
design and size as the hotel entry without the flanking walls. This sign will be two
sided and be in a small center median.
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The three street entries to the Desert Villas and residential component will have a
small 4.6' high by 9' long (40± square feet) two sided free-standing sign showing
pilasters end supports. A forth one sided sign will be located on -site just north of
the hotel at the driveway leading into the villas.
The last freestanding sign is proposed on the southwest corner of Miles Avenue
and Seeley Drive. This sign will match the Desert Villas entry signs and have the
project name (i.e. Centre Pointe).
All freestanding signs will have a cream stucco finish to match the hotel and a
darker earth tone cap and be externally illuminated by ground mounted lights. Sign
letters and logos will be stud mounted and be a medium color brass material. The
surface around the individual business names will have a 3" recess from the sign
surface to provide some articulation. All signs are shown at 18" wide.
The only building mounted sign specifically proposed at this time is for the west
facing elevation of the hotel. The sign is proposed on the central tower facing
Washington Street above the porte cochere. This sign will read "HOMEWOOD
SUITES Hilton" on three lines with their duck logo above "Homewood". The sign
will be internally illuminated and have teal green faces and returns and light up
white at night. Letters will be 5" thick with transformers behind the building wall.
Homewood and Suites letters will be 15" high with Homewood, the longest word
1 V-10" long. Total square footage of the sign is approximately 50 square feet.
Other building mounted signs at present are proposed to comply with Zoning Code
requirements. This would include the medical center complex and two restaurants
along Washington Street. Architectural plans for these buildings have not yet been
approved.
DISCUSSION:
The Zoning Code restricts freestanding signs to one per street frontage with each
sign a maximum 50 square feet with a total of 100 square feet for all signs. Sign
programs are permitted to deviate from Code requirements with Planning
Commission approval. In this case the 50 acre project and frontage on three
streets justifies additional signs as well as additional sign area.
The sign program will be consistent with the intent of the Zoning Code and will be
in harmony and visually related to the proposed architecture of the buildings, with
the approval of the Planning Commission.
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RECOMMENDATION:
Adopt Minute Motion 2006- , approving Sign Application 2006-1005,
Amendment #1, subject to the attached Conditions of Approval:
Attachments:
1. Location Map
2. Sign program exhibits
Prepared by:
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Stan Sawa, Principal Planner
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inute Motion 2006-
� 2006-1005, CP Development La Quinta, LLC
mditions of Approval — Recommended
iopted: June 27, 2006
Submit three copies of revised final sign program, with the conditions
contained herein, to the Community Development Department for final
approval prior to issuance of the first sign and building permit for the project.
All signs, prior to construction and installation, require submission of a sign
permit application approved by the Community Development Department.
Specific location of all freestanding signs shall be reviewed by the Public
Works Department to ensure that traffic visibility problems are not created.
Site plans for signs shall be fully dimensioned and show street right-of-way
lines and sight requirements. Contact Public Works Department for
requirements.
All building mounted signs shall comply with Zoning Code requirements and
be compatible with previously approved signs and approved by the
Community Development Director. The medical center complex may be
provided with individual names for separate buildings.
Minor changes to the Sign Program may be approved by the Community
Development Director.
Freestanding sign colors and material finish shall match the hotel to the
satisfaction of the Community Development Director.
The sign at the corner of Miles Avenue and Seeley Drive may be Sign 6 or
Sign 3A or 3B excluding the restaurants (delete ends of sign).
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REQUEST: CONSIDERATION OF A BUSINESS IDENTIFICATION
SIGNAGE FOR ROOMS EXPRESS
LOCATION: NORTH SIDE OF HIGHWAY 111, WEST OF ADAMS
STREET, IN THE ONE -ELEVEN LA QUINTA SHOPPING
CENTER
GENERAL PLAN: RC — REGIONAL COMMERCIAL
ZONING: CR — REGIONAL COMMERCIAL
ENVIRONMENTAL
DETERMINATION: THE LA QUINTA COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
DEPARTMENT HAS DETERMINED THAT THIS SIGN
APPLICATION IS CATEGORICALLY EXEMPT FROM
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW PURSUANT TO PROVISIONS OF
SECTION 15311 (CLASS 11) OF THE CALIFORNIA
ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (CEQA)
BACKGROUND:
The One -Eleven La Quinta Center has an approved Planned Sign Program whose
purpose is to ensure continuity of graphic elements throughout the development,
and to provide maximum sign exposure to individual tenants without visual clutter,
thereby enhancing the overall image of the project. Subsequently, the Sign Program
requires "Major Tenants" to obtain Planning Commission approval on the size, style,
and color of their business identification signs. Rooms Express, who is occupying
the old theater building, is considered a major tenant, with a total floor space of
36,000 square feet.
Sign Request:
The applicant has applied for a total four signs as part of this Sign Application, and
all four require Planning Commission approval. "Rooms Express" is the main
business identification sign, with "Legacy", "Furniture & Accents", and "Rooms 4
Kids & Teens" as three supplementary signs. The landlord has approved the
requested signs as submitted.
The main business identification sign for Rooms Express is proposed to be placed
on the center tower wall on the southern building elevation facing Highway 111,
centered above the five existing vigas (Attachment 2). The proposed sign consists
of two stacked lines of individual internally -illuminated reverse pan channel letters,
three inches deep, and pegged -off 1 Y:" from the fascia. At its highest and widest
dimensions, the sign is proposed to be approximately 6'-7" in height and 15 feet
wide, totaling 99.77 square feet. Each letter is approximately 2'-1 " in height, with
the first letter on each line at 2'-3" in height, and the "X" in "Express" at
approximately four feet in height. The sign faces are Red and Blue (Attachment 4),
with a white outline around each letter for additional visibility.
The three supplementary signs, "Legacy", "Furniture & Accents", and "Rooms 4
Kids & Teens", are proposed to be placed on the southern building elevation along
the lower sepia -colored fascia, centered on the building. The proposed signs consist
of Dark Bronze, internally illuminated reverse pan channel letters pegged -off 1 %"
from the fascia (Attachment 3). The "Legacy" sign, to be placed on the
westernmost wall, measures 18'/z" in height and 13'-2" wide, totaling
approximately 20.25 square feet. The "Furniture & Accents" sign, placed on the
center tower wall, measures 15" in height and 19'-4" wide, totaling approximately
24.48 square feet. The Rooms 4 Kids & Teens sign, placed on the easternmost
wall, measures 24" in height and 17'-9" wide, totaling approximately 35.50 square
feet. The square footage of the proposed secondary signage is approximately 80
square feet. The total square footage of the four signs is approximately 180 sq. ft.
Analysis:
Major retail tenants along Highway 111 have historically applied for large business
identification signs. Approvals were made based on sign size, location,
proportionality to the building, as well as compliance with any applicable sign
program. The following chart shows a comparison of the proposed sign to
previously approved signs for major retail tenants along Highway 111:
Store
Sign Size
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Store Frontage
(^- feet)
Building Size
(—square feet)
Best Buy
108
125
17,000
Henry's Market
100
154
27,000
Kohl's
193
428
127,000
Stater Brothers
180
245
42,600
Ross
115
160
31,190
Marshall's
157
136
40,000
Target
186
400
126,000
Circuit City
100
185
34,000
Bed Bath & Beyond
150
238
30,000
Avera e:
143
230
52,000
Rooms Express:
100 + 80 = —180
218
36,000
Staff concludes the proposed main business identification sign is appropriate for the
subject location. However, the three supplementary signs are larger than necessary.
The "Rooms Express" sign is proportional to the building, as well as in relation to
other previously approved signs in the One -Eleven La Quinta Center. The sign is
also comparable to most other signs for major retail tenants along Highway 111.
The three supplementary signs, "Legacy", "Furniture & Accents", and "Rooms 4
Kids & Teens", combined, totals approximately 80 square feet, and results in 180
square feet of total sign area for the building. The sizes of the three signs,
particularly their heights, are not proportional to the amount of wall space on sepia -
colored fascias. The proposed sizes and locations of the three signs have a
cluttering effect on the front building elevation.
Staff concludes that 180 square feet of signage for this particular building and
frontage is unsuitable because the size, layout, and locations of the signs are not
proportional to the available wall area, and is also larger than most previously
approved signage for major retail tenants along Highway 111 with similar store
frontages. This can be alleviated by reducing the size of the supplementary signs,
and changing their locations by centering them on the walls that they are attached
to, rather than centering them on the building. Four signs totaling approximately
150 square feet would be appropriate for this location, as it is proportional to signs
and frontages in the One -Eleven La Quinta Center, as well as with other major retail
tenants along Highway 111. The applicant can use their discretion on how they
would like to allocate area for each individual sign.
RECOMMENDATION:
Adopt Minute Motion 2006-_, approving the requested signage, subject to the
following Conditions of Approval-
1. The total square footage of the "Rooms Express" main business identification
sign shall be no greater than 100 square feet. The applicant shall install the
approved sign on the southern building elevation at the approved location.
2. The total square footage of the three supplementary signs ("Legacy",
"Furniture & Accents", "Rooms 4 Kids & Teens"), shall be no greater than
50 square feet.
3. The three supplementary signs shall be centered on the walls that they are
attached to, rather than centered on the building. The applicant shall install
the approved signs on the southern building elevation at the approved
locations.
4. A building permit shall be obtained prior to any work on the sign being
started.
Pre7.ed by:
JAY WU"ssistant Planner
Attachments:
1 . Location Map
2. Sign Exhibit Page 1
3. Sign Exhibit Page 2
4. Sign Exhibit Page 3
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MEMORANDUM
TO: Honorable Chairperson and Members of the Planning Commission
FROM: Les Johnson, Planning Manager l/
DATE: June
23, 2006
SUBJECT: Skip Lench Request to Consider Rezoning
At the June 13 meeting Planning Commissioners heard from Skip Lench who
requested consideration be given to rezone the residential neighborhood
south of City Hall and east of the village from Medium Density Residential to
Cove Residential. Following Mr. Lench's comments, Commissioners directed
staff to bring the item to the June 27 meeting for discussion.
Staff is still in the process of reviewing the request and is not prepared to
bring forth a business item report for the June 27 meeting. A report will be
ready and all requested information provided for the July 11 meeting.
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MEMORANDUM
TO: Honorable Chairperson and Members of the Planning Commission
FROM: Les Johnson, Planning Mane
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DATE. June 27, 2006
SUBJECT: Vista Santa Rosa Design Guidelines
At the direction of City Council, staff is currently evaluating the Vista Santa
Rosa Design Guidelines. Following staff evaluation, Council further directed
staff to forward the guidelines to the Planning Commission and City Council
for consideration.
Staff will be prepared to discuss our evaluation of the guidelines with you at
the July 11 Planning Commission meeting. Please find attached to this
memorandum a color copy of the Vista Santa Rosa Design Guidelines for
your review and consideration in advance of the July 11 meeting.