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1994 11 22 PC4 OFTN� PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA A Regular Meeting to be Held at the La. Quints City Hall Council Chamber 78-495 Calle Tampico La Quinta, California November 22, 1994 7:00 P.M. **NOTE** ALL AGENDA ITEMS NOT CONSIDERED BY 11:00 P.M. MAY BE CONTINUED TO THE NEXT COMMISSION MEETING Beginning Resolution 94-028 Beginning Minute Motion 94-038 CALL TO ORDER - Flag Salute ROLL CALL PUBLIC COMMENT This is the time set aside for citizens to address the Planning Commission on matters relating to City planning and zoning which are not Agenda items. When addressing the Planning Commission, please state your name and address. PUBLIC HEARINGS 1. Item ................ TENTATIVE TRACT 27854 (REVISED) & SPECIFIC PLAN 93-023 (AMENDMENT #1) Applicant ......... Jascorp (Mr. Joseph A. Swain) Location .......... The west side of Washington Street, 700-feet north of Calle Tampico Request ........... Approval to 1.) Revise an approved Tentative Tract Map to reduce the number of buildable lots from 116 to 106; and 2.) to revise the adopted Conditions of Approval for the project's approved Specific Plan Action ............. Continue to December 13, 1994 PC/AGENDA 2. Item ................ PLOT PLAN 94-541 (COMPATIBILITY REVIEW) Applicant ......... Vintage Homes, a Division of Century Homes Location .......... Area generally bounded by Via Florence, Adams Street, 48th Avenue, and Caleo Bay within Lake La Quinta Request ........... Approval of four new house plans for construction on 102 lots Action ............ Minute Motion 94- BUSINESS ITEMS - Item ................ Continued - PLOT PLAN 94-529 Applicant ......... Century Homes Location .......... South of Fred Waring Drive and east of Adams Street Request ........... Approval of circular driveways for homes at the Rancho Ocotillo subdivision Action ............. Minute Motion 94- 2. Item .............. PLOT PLAN 91-456 Applicant ......... The Koenig Companies Location .......... North side of Calle Tampico, west of Washington Street, within the La Quinta Village Shopping Center Request ........... Approval of a flagpole Action ............ Minute Motion 94- 3. Item ............... SIGN APPLICATION 94-265 Applicant ......... Inco Homes Corporation Location .......... South of Miles Avenue, west of Adams Street Request ........... Approval of a sign adjustment to allow two subdivision name signs Action ............ Minute Motion 94- CONSENT CALENDAR Approval of the Minutes of the Planning Commission meeting of November 8, 1994. OTHER 1. Commissioner report of City Council meeting. 2. Consideration of cancellation of December 27, 1994, Planning Commission meeting. 3. Consideration of representation on the Chamber of Commerce Workshop 4. Consideration of representation to the Subdivision Update Review Committee ADJOURNMENT STUDY SESSION Tuesday, November 22, 1994 Council Chamber 4:00 P.M. 1. All agenda items PC/AGENDA PH #1 PLANNING COMMISSION STAFF REPORT DATE: NOVEMBER 22, 1994 PROJECT: TENTATIVE TRACT MAP 27854 (REVISED) AND SPECIFIC PLAN 93-023 (AMENDMENT 1) APPLICANT: JASCORP (MR. JOSEPH A. SWAIN) OWNER: AMCOR CAPITAL CORPORATION (MR. ROBERT WRIGHT) ENGINEER: THE KEITH COMPANIES (MR. MIKE ROWE) REQUESTS: APPROVAL TO: (1). TO REVISE AN APPROVED TENTATIVE TRACT MAP TO REDUCE THE NUMBER OF BUILDABLE LOTS FROM 116 TO 106, AND (2). TO REVISE THE ADOPTED CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL FOR THE PROJECT'S APPROVED SPECIFIC PLAN. LOCATION: THE WEST SIDE OF WASHINGTON STREET, 700-FEET NORTH OF CALLE TAMPICO. GENERAL PLAN: MDR (MEDIUM DENSITY RESIDENTIAL 4-8 DU'S/AC) ZONING: R-2 (MULTIPLE FAMILY DWELLINGS) SURROUNDING ZONING/LAND USE: NORTH: R-2-8,000; GOLF COURSE AND LA QUINTA STORM CHANNEL SOUTH: C-P; UNDER CONSTRUCTION LA QUINTA VILLAGE SHOPPING CENTER EAST: ACROSS WASHINGTON STREET - SR; SINGLE FAMILY HOMES WEST: R-3; VACANT (RECENTLY APPROVED AFFORDABLE SINGLE FAMILY AND SENIOR HOUSING PROJECTS) Ycr,T.tot BACKGROUND: Please continue this project to your next regular meeting of December 13, 1994, because the applicant has requested that the City process a conditional use permit application with the revision request. Staff has begun renoticing the project for the December 13th meeting pursuant to the provisions of the Municipal Zoning Code. RECOMMENDATION Move to continue Tentative Tract Map 27854 (Revised) and Specific Plan 93-023 (Amendment 1) to the December 13, 1994 agenda as requested by the applicant. Attachments: 1. Location Map PCGT.101 list% .rt Existing Vacant Property (future Single Family Subdivision) JZ Shopping tenter was under const. ATTACHMENT 1 Lh i �► . t i h 6 PROPERTY to QUESTION , .. rw � w .o ' N �•14 c � M x W � r s• r• �RI Q?101Y/ ire /wr Z C gR,1 taI'0•Q� � '� � � ' Vacant Parcel 0 Ralph's ��stw• w � � !t (future Senior _ P Housing) faf. t rAMACO city Halt Site r� CASE 'MA. Tentative Tract Map 27854 (Revised) Specific Plan 93-023 (Amendment 1) JASCORP POP — [FORTH SCALE : nts PH #2 STAFF REPORT PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING DATE: NOVEMBER 22, 1994 CASE: PLOT PLAN 94-541 APPLICANT: VINTAGE HOMES, A DIVISION OF CENTURY HOMES (MR. ARTHUR LEWMq REQUEST: APPROVAL OF FOUR NEW HOUSE PLANS FOR CONSTRUCTION ON 102 SINGLE FAMILY LOTS (SPINNAKER COVE) LOCATION: AREA GENERALLY BOUNDED BY VIA FLORENCE, ADAMS STREET, 49M AVENUE, AND CALEO BAY, WITHIN LAKE LA QUINTA BACKGROUND: The subject property is a part of Tract 26152 which was approved by the City Council in July, 1990. Subsequent to the tract approval, four on -water unit types were approved and are presently under construction. Since the approval, some of these Marquessa on -water units have been modified and/or enlarged during the construction. Presently the unit sizes vary from 2500 square feet to 3800 square feet. In June, 1993, the Avante project with three new unit types were approved for the lots off the water, north of Dulce Del Mar and along the east side of the project adjacent to Adams Street and Via Florence. These three unit types are 2005 square feet, 2470 square feet, and 2580 square feet in size. These homes are three bedrooms and four bedrooms or three bedrooms plus an extra master bedroom option. All units have a minimum two full bathrooms. The model complex for this project has been built and two production homes are presently under construction. Potentially, this project could consist of 77 homes. A common recreational park has been constructed at the west end of the lake near the northeast intersection of Caleo Bay and Via Marquessa. The project is a private community with a security gate at Dulce Del Mar and Caleo Bay. A second gate is proposed at Via Florence and Caleo Bay adjacent to the project. PROJECT PROPOSAL: The applicants are intending to construct four different model plans on a total of 102 single family lots on the south side of the lake generally bordered by Via Florence, Caleo Bay, 48th Avenue, and Adams Street. The street improvements have been installed along with curb cuts pcst197 for each lot. 38 to 40 lots have two curb cuts per lot. Presently, the entire site which they are proposing to construct on is vacant. The area immediately to the north consists of vacant single family lots which are either on water lots to be developed by Wilma Pacific or lots fronting on Via Florence which may be developed by Landrex (Avante). To the west of the site across Caleo Bay, is a vacant piece of land for which Eisenhower Medical Center received approval to construct a medical facility. That approval has since expired. To the east across Adams Street is vacant residentially zoned (R-2 8,000) property. To the south across 48th Avenue, is Rancho La Quinta Country Club which is presently under construction. The applicants are proposing four basic floor plans, two of which have options which would increase the base square footage. Those plans are as follows: PLAN SQ. FT. # GARAGES 1 1804 2+ golf cart 2 2006 2+ golf cart 3 2216 2+ golf cart 3L 2516 2+ golf cart 2nd story loft and optional attached guest cottage 4 2436 2+ golf cart 2728 with optional attached guest cottage 4L 2836 with optional 2nd story loft 3128 with optional 2nd story loft and optional attached guest cottage The applicant has submitted a tentative proposed mix of the 102 units. That mix as follows: PLAN # UNITS % MIX 1 21 21 2 14 14 3 25 25 3L 14 14 4 14 14 4L 14 14 TOTAL 102 100 Generally, the architectural style is a Mediterranean/Spanish motif utilizing stucco walls and trim and a "S" style roof tile. All garage doors will be sectional roll -up doors without lite panels. Each unit will have a chimney and French style front windows (with grids). All pcst197 interior walls will be decorative block similar to other homes in Lake La Quinta. The floor plans show an optional front yard patio wall of 32-inches with a maximum 42-inch high pilaster and wrought iron gate. The sideyard pedestrian gates will be wrought iron to match others in the project. The exterior stucco colors will be fairly neutral varying from white to a peach and blush with the roof tile a variegated tan color. There will be no exposed wood utilized on the structures. The maximum height of the units are as follows: Plan Height 1 17' 2 17' 3 17' 3L 20'6" (with loft) 4 18'6" 4L 22' (with loft) The applicant has submitted a preliminary landscaping plan to show the proposed front yard landscaping. Each unit will be provided with two trees on interior lots and five trees on a corner lot. The applicants are proposing some lots to have circular driveways and have shown landscaping treatment for one of these situations. The applicants have not determined precisely where the circular driveways will be utilized or how many. However, they have noted that there are approximately 38-40 existing lots which have two curb cuts. The applicants feel that they will provide circular driveways on lots where they can increase the front yard setback by at least five feet. ANALYSIS: The applicant has submitted plans to the Lake La Q,uinta Homeowners' Association for review. The Homeowners' Association has submitted a letter indicating that they approve of the units as proposed. There were some Homeowners' Association required changes made to the initial plans which are reflected in the drawings before you. Staff is expecting also to receive a letter from the Avante project. This will be passed out to you at the meeting. Presently the smallest home existing or approved in the project is the 2005 square foot, 3 bedroom unit being constructed by Avante. The applicant's smallest unit is proposed to be 1804 square feet which is . Ten percent smaller than the Avante unit. This size would be permitted by Compatibility Ordinance 242. The largest unit proposed by the applicant is 3128 square feet including the optional guest cottage and loft. This is still smaller than the largest Marquessa home at 3800 square feet. Therefore, the sizes proposed by the applicant are acceptable. Presently, there are no homes within the vicinity of the subject property. Therefore, the proposed one story with loft unit can be constructed on any of the proposed lots without impacting other existing units. pcsi197 The applicant has indicated that lot fencing will be block with wrought iron gates to match those utilized in other parts of the subdivision. Architecturally, the proposed units are compatibility and similar to those existing in the subdivision. The Mediterranean/Spanish style is the style of both Marquessa and Avante. The front elevations have been provided with overhangs and/or recessed windows. The sides and rear elevations of all the proposed units, have minimal overhangs due to the architectural style of the units. The Marquessa project, being an upscale project, is provided with either significant overhangs or recessed windows for shade protection. The Avante project does utilize a covered patio at the rear of each unit. Additionally, there are some recessed windows and popouts around some of the side and unprotected rear glass areas of the Avante units. Based on recent actions by the Planning Commission, additional covered rear patios should be provided for the south and west facing windows. Additionally, there should be some use of stucco popouts around other windows and doors for both sun protection and architectural treatment. As indicated, the garage doors will be sectional one piece metal doors without late panels similar to that utilized in the rest of the subdivision. The project proposes two full car garage spaces with the third space being a "golf cart" space. What this means is that the width of the single space is slightly smaller than the normal 10-foot single car space. Two of the three Avante units have a two car garage with the third unit having a two car plus workshop area. The Marquessa units are provided with three car garages. With regards to landscaping, for the most part, the landscaping materials are acceptable. There are some materials which will need careful placement to ensure their survival. With regards to circular driveways, the applicant shows a tree between the circular driveway and street along with screening shrubs and ground cover. The landscaping plans indicate that trees in front of the house would be 24-inch box size with side yard trees on corners 15-gallons in size. Further review of the landscaping plans and materials will be required prior to issuance of building permits. The applicant has provided a site plan layout for the units on Via Firenze, which includes 16 lots. The first phase is propose to consist of eight lots closest to Via Florence with Phase II being the remaining lots. A model complex is not proposed at this time. All the units shown would comply with the minimum setback requirements. This plot plan layout does not take into account any lots which may have a circular driveway. As previously indicated the applicant will increase the front setback if a circular driveway is utilized. Staff feels that the proposed architecture of the units is acceptable provided additional architectural treatment is done to the sides and rear elevations including provisions for patio covers. Staff feels that courtyard fencing as an option is acceptable since the major developer of the project has approved it as such. pcst197 FWING& Staff feels that there are adequate findings to support approval of this request as follows: 1. The proposed use conforms to all provisions of the General Plan and Specific Plans, and with all applicable requirements of State Law and ordinances of the City. 2. The units are architecturally compatible and designed to fit in with the existing units in the tract. 3. The Homeowners' Association for Lake La Quinta has reviewed and approved the units as proposed. 4. The units as proposed and conditioned will be compatible and not detrimental to other units within the project. 5. The development standards proposed by this project regarding setbacks, parking, landscaping, site design, and other similar features will be compatible with other existing units in the subdivision. 8y Minute Motion 94- , staff recommends approval of this request subject to the attached conditions. Attachments: 1. Plot plan map 2. General notes on the project submitted by the applicant 3. Home size comparison of projects at Lake La Quinta 4. Letter from the Lake La Quinta Homeowners' Association dated November 8, 1994 5. Plan exhibits pcst197 CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL - PLOT PLAN 94-541 VINTAGE HOMES, A DIVISION OF CENTURY HOMES NOVEMBER 22, 1994 GENERAL: 1. Approval is granted for Plans #1, 2, #3, #3L, #4, and #4L as noted and on file in the Community Development Department. 2. On the side and rear windows and doors, stucco popouts shall be provided where space is available, subject to the satisfaction of the Community Development Department. The applicant shall be required to submit a plan showing these stucco popouts prior to completion of final working drawings. 3. All side and rear yards shall be provided with block walls to match the existing decorative walls in the tract with pedestrian gates being metal and compatible and similar to existing gates. 4. A trellis or patio cover shall be provided for each single family residence where the rear of the unit faces west or south. The trellis or patio cover shall be a depth of four feet and be constructed over all sliding glass or French door openings and all glass windows greater than four feet by four feet. The concrete porch shall be provided under the doors and be the same size as the trellis or patio cover. 5. A landscaping and irrigation plan for all lots shall be submitted to the Community Development Department for review and approval prior to issuance of building permits. The plans shall be provided as required by the Community Development Department. Additionally, the plans shall be reviewed and approved by the Riverside County Agricultural Commissioner and the Coachella Valley Water District Water Management Specialist. 6. All trees shall be double staked to prevent wind damage. Where feasible, all plant material shall be watered by either emitters or low flow bubblers. 7. The concrete driveways shall include expansion joints and a broom finish (or better) texture. The driveways shall be provided with integral color as approved by the Community Development Department. 8. All provisions of Ordinance 220 regarding water efficient landscaping and irrigation shall be met. All landscaping shall be continuously maintained in a healthy and viable condition by the developer and subsequent property owners. CONAPRVL.142 9. The front yards and exterior side yards shall be landscaped from the residence or wall to the property lines, edge of curb, or sidewalk whichever is furthest from the residence or wall. 10. All applicable conditions of Tract 26152 shall be complied with. 11. At a minimum, all garage spaces shall have a minimum clear inside 20' X 20' dimension for the two car garage, as required by Municipal Code. 12. On lots where a circular driveway is used, the minimum front yard setback shall be 25- feet. CONAPRVL.142 ATTACHMENT 1 47TH _ _ AVENUE NOT '—� _ CVWD A 17 17 152 136 14 144 143 IQt.s EXISTING PART I S7i O 171 teo r 1'J7 146 ' WELL Si L T_ 1 37Q 170 161 15e 147 i36 137 139 1� �. 176 169 t62 Sss 148 () 177 is@ 163 15. 149 135 134 133 17e ts1 Is 15W3 is0 so U IV PROPOSED PROPOSED 179 leas16s 192 151 127128 131 NULTI—FAMILY 129 ,an t60 let Ise 1e9 190 "4 I it 191 199 ( tez i87 zoo toe 192 19e 201 202 C PROP. ` 1e3121. Ses " 197 203 212 1 193 21•zls 9 126 1 2 REC. \ 196 204 211 125 AREA \ / 19a 1" < 210 2la 124 205 .. � 209 217 i23 _ LAKE � � zoe zo7 20e zla t� C / 273 272 � 7a 271 294 293 2 s 270 2Z5 252 219 i21 276 ` 269 ( 256 0 231 299 237 236 220 120 1 276 aee a �7 Z aec 239 � 23s 221 119 PROP. 277 267 2i9 234 / 2.0 �+y 1 222 lie PROPOSED � COMM . � ale 279 z� 268 zss 246 241 233 / 242 223 117 I lie 224 :ONMERC IAL 265 260 247 232 260 284 ' ` aae 243 23l 223 !13 � let �.J 263 261 240 2W 230 229 229 227 226 114 , 2eZ tt3 112 107 108 109 1f 111 a+ r 48TH AVENUE CENTURY HOMES Century -Crowell Communities .o� -I*e 4-a-JyV4i GENERAL NOTES ON SPINNAKER COVE DESIGN REVIEW SUBMISSION -------------------------------------------------------- It is the intent of Vintage Homes to comply with the requirements of the developer, the Lake La Quinta Architectural Control Committee, the Lake La Quinta C.C.& R's and Homeowners' Association as well as with the terms of the City of La Quintals Compatibility Ordinance 242. To this end the following is to clarify some of elements of the plans being submitted: - All colors and color variants materials are according to the developer's representative. used on the various exterior color palette provided by the The floor plan square footages have been set up to come within the maximum/minimum allowable areas as set out by Ord. 242 and have already received acceptance by the developer's representative. The exterior designs have attempted to utilize and be compatible with as many possible of the architectural elements/features of the exterior elevations in the plans already approved by the City. Once again the exterior elevations have already been approved by the developer's representative including certain changes to the clerestory roof projections to the 3C and 4C plans. The height of the front yard walls shown on the plans but not on the elevations has been set by the C.C. & R' s at no higher than 5411 but Spinnaker Cove courtyard walls are to be a maximum height of 3211 with a maximum 42" high pilaster with the gate being wrought iron. The walls are to be stucco having the same color as the house and is typical for the Lake La Quinta Community. Sectional metal roll up garage doors are proposed for all garages. No lite panels are to be used. All interior walls shall be block in keeping with the other homes in Lake La Quinta. The proposed mix for our overall 102 lots is appended together with the proposed mix for our first construction phase(s). Appended to this submission is a plotting for our first construction phase which however does not include a model complex which will be built at a later date. The 18 sets of black line prints submitted do not show the roof tiles rendered. Please refer to the colored elevations which show the tiles especially rendered for the color presentatio`n'" 1535 South " D" Street, Suite 200 - San Bernardino, CA 92408 (909) 381-6007 - FAX (909) 381-0041 a r4 u r L-cv t h-,2- HOME SIZE COMPARISON OF PLANS OFFERED OR TO BE OFFERED AT LAKE LA QUINTA Marquessa 2500 2600 2640 2867 2910 3100 3320 3800 Avante 2005 2470 2580 Vintage 1804 2006 2516 3128 The smallest Vintage Homes plan of 1804 S.F. is 10W smaller than the smallest plan currently being offered by the 2 current and active projects in Lake La Quinta. .» t 'a: - - - -- V' a � • to �' t O C t 27 S94 �� ^)Tr^ LAKE LA QLj I NTA November 8, 1994 Stan Sawa City of La Quinta Mr. Sawa, I have reviewed the elevation designs proposed for the Spinnaker Cove project at Lake La Quinta as proposed by Vintage Homes. I find these to be acceptable and in keeping with our architectual guidelines. Further, Vintage Homes has the permission of Wilma -La Quinta to pursue approval of their program with the city. Thank yo —yqur assistance. Jim LalLogg Project Director of Lake La Quinta Architectual Committee of Lake La Quinta H.O.A. JL/as cc: A. Levine Vintage Homes r f" a� NOV o 8 t994 C1Ty+;r � 4 •TA pop CFATiNE�'T 47-305 VIA RAVENNA • LA GUINTA, CALIFORNIA 92253 619,564-5407 FAX 619.564-5204 M. Be. U Great Room 0 n ® Living®� Mstr. Suite ' 4 V/�O *> Formal Dining Ba.!2 Mstr. Suite 2 �i .. Entry 4j I Kitchen I' i ,� n _ I I (1 `' ( I I' I 1 I_ a °� i� t i Serv. Morning Room -- Garage Guest Suite -, II M1 I HOUSE/GUEST: 1804sq.f t. &06 FLAN 1 z ;a � ' V Z NT,q GE 5109VES Spinnaker: Cove at Cake La Ouinta VINTAGE HOMES Spinnaker Cove at Lake La Quin[a Ll LEFT ELEVATION s- �•-'-.-,�.-.T-r-�,.---a-^^�= �_�--�+�-�. 17 r - I m 1 I REAR ELEVATION t-� i RIGHT ELEVATION PLAN 1 VINTAGE HOMES Spinnaker Cove at r I o Lake La Quinta �. Opt. PooUJacuzzi I O a �p0 0 Fr Mstr. uite / I' Kitchen it ` 0 o- t1Tl t I --- t M. Be. i Nit t/1 i I I r� Bdrm. 2 n�--1 rY Porch ►—r__ — Garage Guest S it �l 4-i-- HOUSE/GUEST: 2006sq.ft. V TA Spinn}eker Cove at Lake La Quints t 51` PLAN 2- - 9 d VINTAGE HOMES- Spinnaker Cove at Lake La Quinta o Y LEFT ELEVATION r 1 I II II !I El,- E ED — REAR ELEVATION Tim �ili Ill ;j,i, RIGHT ELEVATION PLAN 2 ViNTAGE o - m EySpinnaker Cove at Lake La Quinta FLAN 3 ,3L i Spinnaker Cove at Iakc La Quinla ', AM'SmIl I Pr - IS It w4momial wr� Mill F LLJ LEFT ELEVATION T EIE REAR ELEVATION r- — T� RIGHT ELEVATION PLAN KVINTAGE Ho-MlEs _ Lake La Quinta Spinnaker Cove at a retreat I 'L'-* H- msir. suite morning room great r6om 010 do )L kitchen living El formal clining opt. loft above bdrm. 2 entry >den/library q7 -0 t. ppwlr, "ol ba. -m-7 0, porch opt. guest 7; be t c ourly ird it guest cottage FIRST FLOOR PLAN 4,4L,4G HOUSE: 2436sq.ft. GUEST: 292sq.ft. LOFT: 400sq.f I. TOTAL: 3128sq.ft. garage Opt.Opt. pwdr. loft/game rm/home theatre VINTAGE.WMES Spinnaker Cove at Lake Li QUinta . Y , n I 2UNS.'. Ace, 8.111 IIIN VINTAGE.�tfOMES Spinnaker Cove at oe Lake La Quint j I r-- i LEFT ELEVATION I i I jj I ������ 'I li TI �' �i �; .I I l j I I I I I T�' ', II! I, '' I. ,I, �� i. I' I,) .I I II' i I' I, � .II I I I iI �IiI,I;I:III ;I,I i�ul! REAR ELEVATION 7 " i'1i IIg -- � I !I II I I Ej RIGHT ELEVATION PLAN 4L �� �� �•' = Spinnaker Cove at Lake La Quinta TO: FROM: DATE: CASE NO.: LOCATION: REQUEST: APPLICANT: BACKGROUND: BI #1 MEM0RAND UM HONORABLE CHAIRMAN AND MEMBERS OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT NOVEMBER 22, 1994 (CONTINUED FROM SEPTEMBER 13, 1994) PLOT PLAN 94-529 SOUTH OF FRED WARING DRIVE AND EAST OF ADAMS STREET APPROVAL OF CIRCULAR DRIVEWAYS (WITH ON -SITE LANDSCAPING) FOR CENTURY HOMES AT THE RANCHO OCOTILLO SUBDIVISION CENTURY HOMES (DENNIS CUNNINGHAM) On July 26, 1994, the Planning Commission reviewed and approved the applicant's request to build homes on the remaining vacant lots in the Rancho Ocotillo subdivision. The Planning Commission approved new single family homes which range in size from 1,804 square feet to 2,728 square feet. At the meeting, the Planning Commission had lengthy discussion on various aspects of the project. A majority of the discussion was directed at the circular driveways and landscaping, the two story homes (lofts), and the grading problem between this site and La Quinta Palms, condominiums to the east of the site. Conditions #18, #28, and #36 were imposed to resolve the associated problems and/or compatibility issues. Conditions #28 and #36 required additional Planning Commission approval. A copy of the final conditions is attached (Attachment 1). On September 13, 1994, the Planning Commission reviewed the applicant's plan to reconstruct the common boundary wall between Tract 25290 and La Quinta Palms pursuant to Condition #36. The Planning Commission felt the proposed agreement was acceptable. The Planning Commission also considered the applicant's circular driveway and landscape plan at the meeting. Condition #28 requires Planning Commission review if they wish to utilize them. The Commission continued discussion on this issue until additional materials could be submitted. The applicant's revised plan is attached (Attachments 2, 4, 5, 6, & 7). The Planning Commission minutes from the meeting are also attached (Attachment 3). MEMOGT.071 Staff Comments Staff has reviewed the applicant's newest design solution for the proposed circular driveways. We believe the proposal is consistent with the adopted Conditions of Approval, but we would prefer minor changes consistent with Attachment 8. Because Attachment 8 has a four foot planter adjacent to the City's parkway and radiused entry. Condition #28 does require that the Planning Commission determine the number of homes that can have circular driveways (Subitem #4 of the condition). The number of circular driveways should be determined at the meeting. UCOMMEN )ATIOX By Minute Motion, approve the attached plans provided the Planning Commission determines the number of circular driveways within the Rancho Ocotillo subdivision at the meeting and the design of each circular driveway is consistent with the design standards contained in Attachment 8. Attachments: 1. Conditions of Approval 2. Large plans dated November 10, 1994 (Planning Commissioners only) 3. Planning Commission minutes 4. Development map 5. Cross-section 6. Irrigation 7. Plant list 8. Circular driveway design MEMOGT.071 CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL - FINAL ATTACHMENT 1 CENTURY CROWELL COMMUNITIES PLOT PLAN 94-529 JULY 26, 1994 * Modified by Planning Commission on July 26, 1994 ** Added by Planning Commission on July 26, 1994 FINDINGS: 1. The architectural aspects of the development will be compatible with and not detrimental to other existing units in Rancho Ocotillo based on the following conditions. 2. The proposed homes are comparable in size to the existing homes. No impacts are anticipated provided the minimum house size in the tract is 1,400 square feet or greater, and the unit mix is regulated by the Planning Commission. 3. No two story homes shall be built next door to any existing single story home pursuant to the requirements of the Compatibility Ordinance. GENERAL: 1. The lawn for each front yard shall be either hybrid Bermuda or premium Perennial Rye depending upon when it is installed. Fescue grass shall not be used. 2. All plants shall be drought tolerant and either watered with emitters or bubblers. 3. All trees shall be staked to prevent damage from the wind. Two stakes shall be used for all 24"--box trees. 4. The concrete driveways shall include expansion joints and a broom finish, (or better) texture. 5. Final irrigation and landscape plans for the project shall be approved by the Department of Planning and Development. 6. All trees shall be appropriate for our micro -climate (i.e., Zone 13-Sunset Book). 7. The requirements of the R-1 Zone Code shall be met during plan check. 8. The requirements of the Compatibility Ordinance (Ordinance 242) shall be met during plan check unless otherwise modified herein. 9. The front yard of all lots, and in addition, the street side yard of corner lots, shall be landscaped to property line, edge of curb, sidewalk, or edge of street pavement, whichever is furthest from the residence. CON"RVL. 045 10. The landscaping for each Dot shall include one 24"-box tree and one 15-gallon tree on interior lots and one (24"-box) tree and four (15 gallon) trees on corner lots, minimum five gallon shrubs, and groundcover and/or hardscape of sufficient size, spacing and variety to create an attractive and unifying appearance. Landscaping shall be in substantial compliance with the standards set forth in the Manual on Architectural Standards and the Manual on Landscaping Standards as adopted by the Planning Commission. 11. A permanent water. -efficient irrigation system shall be provided for all areas required to be landscaped. The provisions of Ordinance #220 shall be met. The final landscape plan should be reviewed by the City, the Coachella Valley Water District, and the Riverside County Agricultural Commission. 12. The landscaping shall be continuously maintained in a healthy and viable condition by the property owner. 13. All requirements of Tract Maps 24517 and 25290 shall be met during plan check. 14. The applicant shall provide six foot high walls for all new homes. The front yard or street side yard and perimeter tract walls shall be slumpstone masonry block with sack or slurry finish to match the existing Rancho Ocotillo units . The interior side yard fencing of each home can be either decorative masonry, or another material as approved by the Director of Planning and Development. The walls shall be built prior to final occupancy clearance of each dwelling unit. *15. Sectional metal roll -up garage doors shall be installed on all garages. Lite panels in the metal door shall not be permitted. 16. All concrete roof tiles shall be similar in color and style to the existing homes. 17. Decorative wrought iron gates shall be used for all street facing pedestrian gates. *18. A two story house cannot be constructed adjacent to or abutting a lot line of an existing single story home constructed in a prior phase of the subdivision, nor can a two story home be plotted adjacent to the perimeter tract(s) boundary or along Camino Del Oro. *19. A trellis is to be attached to each single family home where the rear of the unit faces west or south. The trellis shall be a minimum depth of eight feet. The minimum cross -member size shall be 3" x 3" or larger. 20. All units shall have architectural detailing on each side of the proposed house, but in no case shall the plant -on feature project less than 2-inches from the building facade. All gable vents shall include this architectural feature. 21. The developer shall regulate the mixture and/or number of proposed single family homes so that in no instance shall any homes smaller than 1, 906 square feet exceed 10 percent of the homes built on the remaining lots in Tracts 24517 and 25290. 22. The applicant can, as an option, provide gated entry courtyards. The private entry courts shall include stucco fencing and decorative wrought iron gates. 23. The garage doors for each home shall be recessed into the building envelope a minimum distance of two. -inches from the building's stucco exterior. 24. The wood fascia eave shall be constructed by using a 2" X 8" piece of lumber with 1" X 4" trim to match the existing houses . 25. All gable attic vents shall be decorative (i.e. , round, half -circle, etc. ) . 26. The parkland fees for Tract 25290 shall be paid prior to a building permit being issued within this portion of the Rancho Ocotillo Development. 27. The largest house permitted in the tract shall not exceed 2,802 square feet per Ordinance 242. *28. The Planning Commission shall review and approve the applicant's use of e circular driveways in the project if they are to be sold as an option to the future homeowners. This review shall be considered a minor design element not subject to a public hearing (i.e., Business Item) . The following criteria shall be used: 1. Lots shall be 70-feet wide or larger; 2. The front yard building setback shall be 25-feet; 3. Only Plans 3 and 4 shall use the circular driveway option; 4. The number of circular driveways shall be determined by the Planning Commission; and, 5. The landscaping plan for the circular driveway option shall be reviewed by the Planning Commission. A barrier shrub hedge shall be installed along the edge of the circular driveway between the property line and the concrete driveway surface. 29. Access to Fred Waring Drive from Ocotillo Drive shall be eliminated during on - site construction of any new homes by the applicant. The ultimate reconstruction of the street improvements shall be done in a timely fashion as specified by the City Engineer. Special (Model Complex) : 30. Establishment of the temporary sales office (garage conversion) shall be in conformance with the exhibits contained in the Planning and Development Department's file. 31. Plans for any fencing and/or blocking access to the sales area must be submitted to the Fire Department and Engineering Department for review and approval. 32. The sales area shall be accessible to the physically challenged (Title 24 and A.D.A.). 33. A bond in the amount of $2, 000 is required to guarantee the ultimate reversion of the temporary sales office to a two car garage. Staff will accept a letter of credit or bond from a bonding company ensuring removal and restoration of the garage. The fee is based on each garage conversion. CORAPRVL.065 34. Temporary signs or banners shall comply with the requirements of the Sign Regulations as set out in Chapter 9.212 of the Municipal Code for all proposed signs. 35. Installl portable fire extinguishers per NFPA, Pamphlet #10, but not less than 2A1OBC in rating. Contact certified extinguisher company for proper placement of equipment. **36 . The Planning Commission shall review and determine if additional compatibility conditions are necessary with respect to concerns of the adjacent development of La Quinta Palms concerning the perimeter wall, drainage culvert, and maintenance of the landscaping bordering the two developments, prior to any building permit being issued. ATTACHMENT 3 Planning Commission Minutes September 13, 1994 14. There being no rther discussion, it w moved and seconded by Commission bels/Butler to adopt Motion 94-025 approv' Plot PI -530 allowing Plan 1 ve a two car garage and 2 thr 8 would remain with ee car garage. The motio ssed on a - vote with Commissio s Anderson and Newkirk vo ' no. BUSINESS SESSIOlt N: A. Plot Plan 94-529; a request of Century/Crowell Communities for approval of circular driveways and other related matters for the Rancho Ocotillo project. 1. Commissioner Butler abstained due to a possible conflict of interest and left the dais. 2. Staff presented the information contained in the staff report, a copy of which is on file in the Community Development Department. 3. There being no questions of staff, Chairman Adolph asked if the applicant wished to address the Commission. 4. Mr. Dennis Cunningham, representing the applicant, asked for clarification on Conditions #28 and #18. 5. Commissioner Anderson asked Mr. Cunningham to explain how the height of the loft plan compared to the height of the single story units. Mr. Cunningham stated the height was about 18-feet for the single story unit and 22--feet for the loft plan. Commissioner Anderson stated this still created a four foot difference in the ridge line and a problem to the neighboring La Quinta Palms homeowners. Mr. Cunningham stated that the line of sight would not be affected when the projection was out because of the difference in site grades between each development. Discussion followed. 6. Commissioner Anderson questioned Mr. Cunningham regarding the raised planter to be used with the circular driveways. Mr. Cunningham stated that the raised planter would draw emphasis on the driveways and he would rather have the driveway blend in with the landscaping. Discussion followed regarding the planter, setbacks, the driveway, landscaping, and setbacks. 7. Commissioners discussed changing the condition to clarify what should be planted in the planter. City Attorney Dawn Honeywell stated that since this was not advertised as a public hearing, the Planning Commission can not alter any of the conditions. They can only tell the applicant whether or not he has complied with the condition. PC9-13 Planning Commission Minutes September 13, 1994 8. Chairman Adolph asked for clarification as to which lots can have the circular driveway. Mr. Cunningham stated the condition allowed 50% as long as they are not on corner lots, nor in cul-de-sacs, not adjacent to each other, and not across the street from each other. 9. Commissioner Anderson asked legal counsel if the Commission could establish the number of circular driveways. City Attorney Dawn Honeywell stated that according to Condition #28(4) the Commission could determine the number of circular driveways. 10. Chairman Adolph asked if the wrought iron fence along the east tract boundary met the State requirements for fencing for pools. Mr. Cunningham stated it did (Condition #36). 11. There being no further discussion, it was moved and seconded by Commissioners Anderson/Barrows to adopt Minute Motion 94-026 approving Plot Plan 94-529 with the exception that the items of Conditions #28 would come back before the Commission for approval. The motion passed 6-0 with Commissioner Butler absent. Commissioner Butler rejoined the Commission. B. Precise Plan 94-848; equest of Louis Kathleen Olson for co atibility review of a two st 111 in the Acaci bdivision (Phase In. 1. Sta esented the informa ' contained in the sta rt, a copy of is on file in the C unity Development artment. 2. ere being no questi of staff, Chairman Ad asked if the applicant wished to address Commission. 3. Mr. Louis 04 explained his house p s to the Commission. 4. Comminer Butler questioned VrOlson as to why his garage s so large Mr. Olson stated he pAild be storing his personal is and e /biea t in the garage. 5. ComAnders questioned Mr. Olson on oof pitch. Mr. Olsois rea for the 8:12 pitch being d ned as it was (i.e., vaulr ). Discussion followed arding alternatives to main , living room yet changing pitch to conform with existhomes.6. ComNewkirk asked if applicant had any pro m with a condiring a masonry b wall. Mr. Olson s ed he had no objection. PC9-13 4 �n ATTACHMENT 4 FRED WARING DRIVE 7emwary Access • . . • • . . . . . . . . O . . O . . . . e\OVeC)�i 7. o . .. . eoft 6 .... .. . . .. .... LAJ• • • • °°•yti°° • • • • • •.•rt•.• s • • • • • • • • • • • • • 91cc .•.'ti0.•.• '••.'bt.•. 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JOHN KOENIG) REQUEST: APPROVAL OF A FLAGPOLE FOR LA QUINTA VILLAGE SHOPPING CENTER LOCATION: NORTHWEST CORNER OF WASHINGTON STREET AND CALLE TAMPICO, WITHIN THE LA QUITNA VILLAGE SHOPPING CENTER BACKGROUND: The Municipal Code specifically requires Planning Commission approval for commercial flagpoles. During the original approval of this project, which is presently under construction, the applicants did not indicate any flagpoles. The applicants are now requesting approval of a 30-foot high flagpole with a five foot tall by eight foot wide American flag., The proposed location would be in the parking lot planter across (east) from the southerly most entrance to Ralphs market. ANALYSES: The Planning staff has no objection to this flagpole provided the pole color matches the parking lot poles which are dark bronze. By Minute Motion 94- approve the request for a 30-foot high flagpole with the American flag as submitted, subject to the pole being dark bronze to match the other vertical poles (parking lot lighting). Attachments: 1. Partial site plan showing flagpole location 2. Flagpole specifications MAN �. t'ach�, -- t Attarthment * « GA SPUN ALUMINUM #44LLSHEAVE TRUCK, CAST ALUM„ :VOLVING, NON -FOULING TYPE. — r,Ti, BF,:)t.ZE Sw1VEL SNAPS SET,-' OF HALYARDS_ So CAST ALUM CLEAT _ ALUMIt4U1M FLASH COLLAR sss e C IM ET E .:✓'ATc-rR PR"F ► ARDWOOD wC"•QES - DRY SAPID TIONtLY TAMPED � AFTER ALIGNING POLE_------ e. wwr nsoWALTUM PAINT FpgNOAT10N SI.I n-40 GA• STEED• ;pnomIN8 !�! W9 PL ATK /"'" • PLATE i�it©LM10 SPIKE � 1 i t o � 4a O W Q Q 41 F 1 REVOLVING. r.�fv FC.•. x c TRUCK CAS- A_:�'� :• low, ku BAL.L �r I NYLON SHEA'. _ `- i Q so I O, x � x a o. u its ALI- gHp}"TS wRii AN OVER- ALL LENGTH OF MORE THAN Se -CARE QED W Two SECTUMS. { a �► �� • EACH WZ71ION MATCH MARKEC 9FOR FELD ASSEMBLY E%POWD PORTION OF JAM t ALM1 REEVE MUST BE WFLL LUBRICInD PRIOR TO z 1 li:+MAX. SHOP GAP A110AED FOR FELD FITTING FUUA—ff MINT) YON.- • STAFF REPORT PLANNING CONMMON MEETING DATE: NOVEMBER 22, 1994 CASE: SIGN APPROVAL 94-265 APPLICANT: INCO HOLIES CORPORATION (ML FRED FARR) REQUEST: APPROVAL OF A SIGN ADJUSTIENT TO ALLOW TWO SUBDIVISION NAME SIGNS LOCATION: SOUTH OF MH AVENUE AND WEST OF ADAMS STREET BACKGROUND. The Municipal Code permits one magnum 32-square foot, eight foot high subdivision name sign at each entrance to the project. Inco Homes which is building on the subject property on the south side of Miles Avenue and west of Adams Street, has one entrance off of Miles Avenue and one on Adams Street in a future phase (Attachment 1). The applicant is asking permission to construct two subdivision name signs at their Miles Avenue entry at Coldbrook Lane. PROJECT PROPOSAL. The applicant is requesting approval to construct two short 42-inch high split face block walls approximately 12-feet long plus pillars at each end in order to place the subdivision name sign (Attachment 2). There would be a wall on both the southeast and southwest corners of Coldbrook Lane and Miles Avenue several feet back from the meandering sidewalk. The sign would consist of metal letters painted medium dark blue to match the temporary banners while the support wall would be a tan to match the perimeter block wall. The sign would say "Reunion" and consists of 13-inch high letters with the exception of the "R" which would be 19-inches high with a length of seven feet and a total square footage of approximately eight square feet (Attachment 3). SIGN ADJUSTMENT. As permitted by the Municipal Code, the applicant is asking for a sign adjustment as well as design approval in order to have a second sign at this entrance. The Municipal Code allows an additional sign to "compensate for inadequate visibility, or to facilitate good design balance. The applicant feels that in order to balance the entrance and to provide adequate visibility from both directions, these signs are needed. The applicant in his letter dated November 9, 1994, feels that the design concept is similar to other projects in La Quinta. PCST.196 ANALM. Staff feels that the request is acceptable. The signs are relatively small and are designed in a manner which will be attractive. Staff feels that the findings can be made that the signs as proposed will provide better visibility from both the east and west, and do provide a balanced entry design. Staff recommends approval of this request, subject to the attached conditions. Attachments: 1. Tract location map 2. Letter from Inco Homes dated November 9, 1994 3. Plan exhibits PCBT.196 CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL - RECOMMENDED SIGN APPROVAL 94-265 INCO HOMES NOVEMBER 22, 1994 1. This sign application is approved to allow two subdivision name signs at the Miles Avenue and Coldbrook Lane entrance of Tract 23995 per the exhibits on file in the Community Development Department. 2. A building permit shall be obtained prior to construction 3. An encroachment permit shall be obtained from the Engineering Department if the signs are to be located within the City's right-of-way. CONAPRVL141 MENT 1 1 _--_ RILESJ �0 h CASE CASE Nm Inco Homes Tract 2:3995 Future Single Family Homes Future Single Family Homes M. r--- SCALE : nts ATTACHMENT10 November 9, 1994 Mr. Stan Sawa Principal Planner City of La Quinta 78-495 Calle Tampico La Quinta, CA 92253 RE: Tract 23995-Signage Dear Stan: HOME' Our signage and flags for Tract 23995 were approved previously by the City. At this time we are seeking approval for two project identification walls to be located on each side of the project entries off of Miles Avenue in the LMD area. These walls will be 42" high walls constructed of split face block with a decorative cap and will match the balance of the perimeter block wall. The only signage on these walls will be the name of the project (Reunion) in metal letters painted blue to match the blue of the banners. These are not additional advertising signs as our company name will not appear on these signs. The previously approved signs and flags are temporary and will be removed at the conclusion of the project. These walls and the letters will be permanent, and are similar in concept to the entry signs at many other developments in La Quinta. We have attached the following information in support of our request: 1. Completed sign permit application with $80 fee 2. Overhead view of signs showing how they will be situated in the LMD area 3. Plan view of the proposed signs with dimensions 4. Sample of the proposed block material 5. Sample of the proposed letter color Please place this item on the November 22 Planning Commission agenda. Thank you for your consideration. Sincerely, INCO HOMES CORPORATION �1 Frederick W. Farr Land Development Manager 250 E. Rincon Avenue, Suite Corona, CA 91719.1 (909)736-0' FAX (909) 736.0, C(1,,.jra.c cr 1282 W. Arrow Hig1 P.O. Box ! Upland, CA 91' (909) 981.81 FAX (909) 982.9' ATTACHMENT - _14 JW I • --• , • • ti �w r� n'�' ii►Z ' • ... ...... .� �....� .�.......� i,_.. a X �( 9 P I dD LAD OD Ju ou � I n I ' ° /I MINUTES PLANNING COMMISSION - CITY OF LA QUINTA A regular meeting held at the La Quinta City Hall 78-495 Calle Tampico, La Quinta, California November 8, 1994 7:00 P.M. 1. CALL TO ORDER A. The meeting was called to order at 7:01 P.M. by Chairman Adolph. Commissioner Abels led the flag salute. 11. ROLL CALL A. Chairman Adolph requested the roll call. Present: Commissioners Abels, Anderson, Barrows, Butler, Newkirk, and Chairman Adolph. B. Commissioners Anderson/Abets moved to excuse Commissioner Gardner. Unanimously approved. C. Staff Present: Community Development Director Jerry Herman, City Attorney Dawn Honeywell, Senior Engineer Steve Speer, Principal Planner Stan Sawa, Associate Planner Leslie Mouriquand-Cherry, and Department Secretary Betty Sawyer. 111. PUBLIC COMMENT - None IV. PUBLIC HEARING Commissioner Barrows left the diocese due to a possible conflict of interest. A. Continued - Zoning Ordinance Amendment 94-044; a request of the City for amendments to Chapter 9.145 - Hillside Conservation Zone and Chapter 9.146 - Transfer of Development Rights. 1. Staff presented the information contained in the staff report a copy of which is on file in the Community Development Department. 2. Commissioners Abels asked what the difference was between a public hearing and non -hearing transfer. Staff explained that a non -hearing transfer is a transfer process where there is no concurrent development application in conjunction with a request for transfer of density credits. The public hearing is just the opposite. A development application that is filed in conjunction with a request for a transfer of density credits. PC 11-8 Planning Commission Minutes November 8, 1994 3. There being no further questions of staff, the public hearing was opened. There being no public comment, the public hearing was closed. 4. Chairman Adolph questioned Page 4, Items #5 and #6 (power poles, transmission lines, etc.) as he felt these items listed should not be allowed and perhaps the Ordinance should have a condition that would eliminate #4 and #5 from receiving any approvals. This will not stop an applicant from requesting, but it will not give an applicant cart blanch to go ahead and build. City Attorney Honeywell explained that no project could be approved without a conditional use permit. Discussion followed as to the wording of the ordinance. 5. Commissioner Abels asked if a height limit could be added. City Attorney Honeywell stated an applicant would have to come before the Planning Commission for approval and at that time the Commission could determine what requirements they want to place on the application regarding location, screening, etc. Community Development Director Herman stated if the applicant cannot meet the conditions placed on the conditional use permit, then the application cannot be approved. City Attorney Honeywell stated the Planning Commission can eliminate whatever uses they so desire to, but they needed to remember that since each application would come before them they would have the right to condition each application or deny a use at: that time. 6. Chairman Adolph questioned the uses allowed. Staff explained that only the uses listed are allowed in this zone. 7. Chairman Adolph asked about the alterations to the toe of the slope as he felt Page 10 Section 9.145.065 needed clarification. City Attorney Honeywell stated it was not clearly written. If a project was approved and structures placed on it and it changed the point of where the alluvial fan was, then the area of the toe of the slope would not be changed but would keep the same location and the density allowed would remain as it was. Chairman Adolph asked that the ordinance be written in a way that it was understandable. Staff would rewrite the section. 8. Community Development Department Director Jerry Herman asked that the wording on Page 5 regarding design review be eliminated as the City no longer has a design review process. PC 11-8 Planning Commission Minutes November 8, 1994 9. There being no further comment, it was moved and seconded by Commissioners Abels/Anderson to adopt Resolution 94-026 recommending to the City Council certification of a Negative Declaration of Environmental Impact for Environmental Assessment 94- 281. ROLL CALL: AYES: Commissioners Abels, Anderson, Butler, Newkirk, and Chairman Adolph. NOES; None: ABSENT: Commissioners Barrows, Gardner. ABSTAIN: None. 10. It was moved and seconded by Commissioners Abels/Anderson to adopt Resolution 94-027 recommending to the City Council approval of the proposed ordinance amendments and the proposed application fees. ROLL CALL: AYES: Commissioners Abels, Anderson, Butler, Newkirk, and Chairman Adolph. NOES; None: ABSENT: Commissioners Barrows, Gardner. ABSTAIN: None. Commissioner Barrows rejoined the Commission. B. Conditional Use Permit 2527-E, (Amendment #1 ); a request of Alliance Service Station for approval to delete full service gasoline pumps and provide self service only. 1. Staff presented the information contained in the staff report, a copy of which is on file in the Community Development Department. 2. There being no questions of staff, Chairman Adolph opened the public hearing. Mrs. Susan Coulson stated that the trash enclosure is being addressed and the full service pumps are requested to be removed because of the lack of business. 3. Commissioner Butler stated his concern about handicap services. Mrs. Coulson stated they would continue to provide full service to the handicapped and elderly. 4. The Planning Commission asked if there was a guarantee that the conditions would be complied with prior to the elimination of the full service pumps. Staff indicated that Condition # 1 essentially required compliance, but the condition could be strengthened. *411 1 Planning Commission Minutes November 8, 1994 5. Chainnan Adolph asked the applicant how they would operate with the services they now have. Mrs. Coulson stated they operated with a computer for the pumps there is was an ESO on the exterior and interior. Chairman Adolph asked if the patrons pay first. The applicant stated they do. Chairman Adolph asked if they would be changing the signage or modifying it. Mrs. Coulson stated they would modify it to say "self service" and it would be a metal sign. 6. There being no further public comment, Chairman Adolph closed the public hearing and opened the issue for Commission discussion. 7. There being no further comment, it was moved and seconded by Commissioners Butler/Barrows to adopt Minute Motion 94-036, subject to the amended conditions. The motion was unanimously adopted. V. BUSINESS SESSION: A. Plot Plan 94-529 a request of Century Homes for approval of circular driveways for (homes at the Rancho Ocotillo subdivision. 1. Staff asked that the Commission continue this to their next meeting to give the applicant time to complete his application. Commissioners Anderson/Abets moved to continue Plot Plan 94-529 to November 22, 1994. Unanimously approved. B. Specific Plan 94-024; a request of E. G. Williams Development Corp for approval of a retention basin landscape plan. 1. Commissioner Butler left the diocese due to a possible conflict of interest. 2. Staff presented the information contained in the staff report a copy of which is on file in the Community Development Department. 3. Chairman Adolph asked if the vehicle access was for picnics, etc. Staff stated there was to be no public parking lot. It is to be a place for maintenance vehicles only. Chairman Adolph asked if there was any way to keep the public out. Staff stated the City could install a bollard with padlocks to control the area. 4. Commissioner Anderson asked if pathways were to be constructed of gravel or concrete. Staff stated it would be concrete. PC 11-8 Planning Commission Minutes November 8, 1994 5. Marty Butler, spoke on behalf of the applicant and stated the park is a passive park with a sidewalk that will circle around the entire park for exercise purposes. Concrete sidewalk will be installed with low intensity lights to light the sidewalk all the way around. She showed a picture of the proposed play equipment that would be used. 6. Commissioner Anderson asked if the concrete to be used on the pathway will be beige in color as shown on the exhibit. Ms. Butler stated it would be grey concrete. 7. Chairman Adolph stated it was a nice addition and treatment of a retention basin. Ms. Butler stated she hoped it would serve as a multi- purpose function. 8. Commissioner Abels stated his appreciation to the applicant for having a complete application for the Commission to review. 9. Community Development Director Jerry Herman informed the applicant that before the lights are installed they must comply with the Outdoor Lighting Ordinance. Ms. Butler stated they would make sure they meet the requirements. 10. There being no further discussion, it was moved and seconded by Commissioners Abels/Newkirk moved to adopt Minute Motion 94-037 approving Specific Plan 94-024 retention basin landscaping plan. Unanimously approved. VI. CONSENT CALENDAR: Commissioner Anderson asked that the Minutes of October 25, 1994, be amended on page 7, #26 to change the word "competence" to "confidence" and "staff' to "professionals". There being no further corrections, it was moved and seconded by Commissioners Abels/Barrows to approve the minutes of October 25, 1994, as corrected. Unanimously approved. V I1 OTHER: 1. Commissioner Barrows reported on the Council meeting of November 1, 1994. She suggested that the Planning Commission have a member present when the Council and Chamber meet jointly regarding the Village area. After discussion, it was determined that Chairman Adolph would write a letter to the Mayor requesting Commission participation at the future meetings. PC 11-8 Planning Commission Minutes November 8, 1994 2. Staff informed the Commission of the next joint meeting with City Council on November 15, 1994, regarding the Subdivision Ordinance update. All Commissioners were encouraged to attend. City Attorney Honeywell explained this was a time for the consultants to present their process for the updating of the Subdivision Ordinance. 3. Chairman Adolph asked if there were any projects about to be presented to the Planning Commission that would be requesting one piece tilt up garage doors. Staff explained the possibility was there. Chairman Adolph asked if the Planning Commission could decide the issue now. Staff asked Chairman Adolph if the Commission wanted staff to process a zoning ordinance amendment to address this issue now before the Zoning Code update. Chairman Adolph stated his concern that this was a safety issue because there was not enough room in the driveways with the tilt up doors Staff stated they would monitor the issue and if it appeared to be an issue, staff would present a zoning ordinance amendment to address the issue. 4. Chairman Adolph asked staff to add the issue of cancellation of the regular meeting of the Planning Commission on December 27th to the next agenda. Ville AD]OURNMENT: There being no further business, a motion was made and seconded by Commissioners Abels/Barrows to adjourn this regular meeting of the Planning Commission to a special meeting of the Planning Commission on November 15, 1994, at 7:00 P.M. at the La Quinta City Hall Council Chamber. This meeting of the La Quinta Planning Commission was adjourned at 8:51 P.M., November 8, 1994. PC 11-8