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PLANNING COMMISSION - CITY OF LA QUINTA
A Regular Meeting to be Held at the
La Quinta City Hall, 78-105 Calle Estado,
La Quinta, California
March 14, 1989 - 7:00 P.M.
CALL TO ORDER
Flag Salute
ROLL CALL
HEARINGS Beginning Resolution No. 89-010
1. PUBLIC HEARING: TENTATIVE TRACT 21643
APPLICANT: LANDMARK LAND COMPANY/DIXIE SAVINGS AND
LOAN ASSOCIATION
LOCATION: WITHIN THE PGA WEST SPECIFIC PLAN AREA
WEST OF MADISON STREET AND SOUTH OF
AIRPORT BOULEVARD
PROJECT: DIVISION OF 391.6+ ACRES INTO 30
RESIDENTIAL CONDOMINIUM LOTS AND EIGHT
GOLF COURSE DEVELOPMENT LOTS
ACTION: RESOLUTION NO. 89-
2. PUBLIC HEARING: VARIANCE 88-006
APPLICANT: LA QUINTA GOLF ESTATES COMMUNITY
ASSOCIATION
LOCATION: INTERSECTIONS OF EISENHOWER DRIVE AND
COACHELLA DRIVE, AND EISENHOWER DRIVE
AND SAN VICENTE STREET
PROJECT: REQUEST TO PERMIT THREE SELF -
ILLUMINATED AREA IDENTIFICATION SIGNS
MOUNTED ON EMERGENCY GATES ADJACENT TO
DEVELOPMENT ENTRY GATES
ACTION: RESOLUTION NO.'89-
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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.
Persons wishing to address the Planning Commission under
Public Comment and scheduled Agenda items should use the
form provided. Please complete one form for each item
you intend -to address and submit the form to the Planning
Director prior to the beginning of the meeting. Your
name will be called at the appropriate time.
When addressing the Planning Commission, please state
your name and address. The proceedings of the Planning
Commission meeting are recorded on tape and comments of
each person shall be limited.
CONSENT CALENDAR
Minutes of the regular Planning Commission meeting of
February 28, 1989.
BUSINESS SESSION
3. Item:
Specific Plan 85-006 - Oak Tree West
Applicant:
Landmark Land Company
Location:
Generally one -quarter mile south of
Avenue 50, bounded by Jefferson Street,
Avenue 54, the Heritage Club project,
Avenida Ultimo, and the easterly
portion of the Duna La Quinta project.
Request:
Continued first time -extension request.
Action:
Minute Motion
OTHER - None
ADJOURNMENT
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- ITEMS FOR MARCH 13, 1989, 4:00 P.M. STUDY SESSION
"DISCUSSION ONLY"
1. Park Plans - North Sector (previously distributed for
November 7, 1988, Study Session).
�. Identification of future Commission Agenda items.
3. All other Agenda items.
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STAFF REPORT
PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING
DATE: MARCH 14, 1989
APPLICANT/OWNER: LANDMARK LAND COMPANY/DIXIE SAVINGS AND LOAN
ASSOCIATION AND LANDMARK LAND COMPANY
LOCATION: WITHIN THE PGA WEST SPECIFIC PLAN AREA, WEST
OF MADISON STREET AND SOUTH OF AIRPORT
BOULEVARD (SEE ATTACHMENT NO. 1).
PROPOSAL
CONSIDERED: TENTATIVE TRACT 21643, A DIVISION OF 391.6+
ACRES INTO 30 RESIDENTIAL LOTS INTENDED FOR
CONDOMINIUM UNITS WITH AN ASSOCIATED GOLF
COURSE. WELL SITE, ENTRANCE, AND BUFFER LOTS
HAVE ALSO BEEN PROVIDED. PROJECT WILL BE FOR
LAND SALES TO PROSPECTIVE DEVELOPMENT
INTERESTS. (SEE ATTACHMENT NO. 2)
NET ACREAGE: 387.2
NET DENSITY: N/A
GENERAL PLAN
LAND USE: LOW DENSITY RESIDENTIAL (2-4 DU/AC)
EXISTING ZONING: R-2 (MULTIPLE FAMILY DWELLINGS)
ENVIRONMENTAL
CONSIDERATIONS: THIS MAP IS EXEMPT FROM CEQA UNDER PROVISIONS
OF CALIFORNIA GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 65457.
AN ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT WAS PREPARED
IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE OVERALL PGA WEST
SPECIFIC PLAN, WHICH WAS CERTIFIED BY THE
CITY COUNCIL ON MAY 1, 1984. MITIGATION
MEASURES WERE INCORPORATED INTO THE
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL FOR THE SUBJECT
SPECIFIC PLAN AND ARE CURRENTLY BEING
IMPLEMENTED WITH EACH PHASED DEVELOPMENT. IT
WAS FOUND THAT THE PGA WEST PROJECT WOULD
HAVE A SIGNIFICANT ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT, AND
THEREFORE, A STATEMENT OF OVERRIDING
CONSIDERATION WAS ADOPTED FOR SPECIFIC PLAN
NO. 83-002.
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AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO THIS SPECIFIC PLAN WAS
APPROVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL ON SEPTEMBER 20,
1988. THIS AMENDMENT INCREASED THE APPROVED
HOTEL UNIT COUNT FROM 650 TO 1,000 ROOMS, AND
THE BUILDING HEIGHT LIMIT ON THE HOTEL
STRUCTURE FROM FOUR STORIES TO UP TO SIX
STORIES. A SUPPLEMENTAL EIR WAS PREPARED IN
CONJUNCTION WITH THE AMENDMENT, FOCUSING ON
TRAFFIC/CIRCULATION, AND CERTIFIED BY THE
CITY COUNCIL ON SEPTEMBER 20, 1988.
ANALYSIS:
Proposal Discussion
Tentative Tract Map No. 21643 is a land division designed
to allow ownership transfer from Landmark Land Company to
prospective developers. The lot sizes on the map are not
specific and are subject to adjustment during final map
preparation. This process is similar to that previously
employed for TT 21642, TT 21641, and TT 22432 at PGA West.
Development Standards
The R-2 zoning standards
development proposals on the
land sales division only,
an issue at this time. The
are in compliance with the
Municipal Code, Titles 9
standards and land division,
Access
will apply to any future
subject lots. As this is a
development standards are not
approximate lot dimensions
requirements of the La Quinta
and 13, regulating zoning
respectively.
Access has been provided in accordance with the
requirements of Ordinance No. 460 (Municipal Land
Division Ordinance). Primary access from this Tentative
Tract is shown at two points off Madison Street (see
Attachment No. 2). These major access points are shown
on the approved PGA West Specific Plan exhibit in their
general location. Secondary access is provided at six
other points linking this subdivision to the rest of the
PGA Specific Plan area. The Fire Marshal has, however,
requested that a further access point be provided onto
Madison Street or Airport Boulevard for the eastern
portion of the Tentative Tract.
Included in the Conditions of Approval for this project
is a condition requesting an emergency access from either
Madison Street or Airport Boulevard for the portion of TT
23971 east of Madison Street.
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on• -Site Circulation
Private street easements executed for this tract will be
required to be a minimum of 36 feet in width, as
specified in the approval for TT 22432 (see Attachment
No. 3).
Drainage
Drainage facilities should be capable of retaining
100-year storm flows on -site. In addition, the
Engineering Department has indicated that the Developer
of this tract should find a drainage solution for the
excess water accumulating on Madison Avenue and Airport
Boulevard adjacent to TT 21643.
other Considerations
As this tract is essentially intended for land transfer
purposes and will not be tied to any development without
further tract approval(s), many development -oriented
requirements are not appropriate at this time, but will
be applied when specific development maps are filed for
approval.
CONCLUSIONS:
1. The proposal is a standard land division with no specific
development requests at the present time.
2. Division of the land for purposes of ownership transfer
will not cause significant impacts to the environment.
3. Environmental impacts associated with consistent projects
within PGA West have been adequately addressed in the
previously prepared Environmental Impact Report.
4. The land division is consistent with the approved PGA
West Specific Plan, and the La Quinta General Plan.
FINDINGS:
Findings for Tentative Tract 21643 can be found in the attached
Planning Commission Resolution No. 89-
RECOMMENDATION:
That the Planning Commission adopt Resolution No. 89- ,
recommending to the City Council approval of Tentative Tract
No. 21643, subject to the attached conditions.
attachments:
1. Location Map
2. Tentative Tract Map 21643
3. Approval Letter Dated 5/26/87, TT 22432
4. Planning Commission Resolution No. 89- with Conditions
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ATTACHMENT No. 1
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78-105 CALLE ESTADO - LA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA 92253 - (619) 564-2246
May 26, 1987
Mr. Jim Resney, Vice President
Sun Desert Partners
75--005 Country Club Drive
Palm :Desert, California 92260
SUBJEC"T: TENTATIVE TRACT NO. 22432
Dear Mr. Resney:
On May 19, 1987, the La Quinta City Council, in Public Hearing,
conditionally approved the above -referenced matter. Conditions
Number 5 and 14C, as proposed by the Planning Commission, were
eliminated by the Council. These Conditions were eliminated based
upon the statement made during the Public Hearing that all future
streets in PGA West, either proposed by Landmark Land or Sunrise
Company, will be constructed to a width of 36 feet. The approval
resolution with modified conditions is enclosed.
Should you have any questions on this matter, please contact the
undersigned.
Sincerely,
MURREL CRUMP
PLANNING DIRECTOR
Je ry He an
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enclosure: City Council Resolution with Conditions
cc: Steve Robbins, ESCO
Bob Weddle, City Engineer
Dixie Savings and Loan
Allan Levin, Sunrise Co.
Mike Brown, Fire Marshal
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MAILING ADDRESS - P.O. BOX 1504 - LA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA 92253
PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 89-010
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION
OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA,
RECOMMENDING TO THE CITY COUNCIL APPROVAL
OF TENTATIVE TRACT NO. 21643 TO ALLOW THE
CREATION OF A LAND SALES SUBDIVISION.
CASE NO. TT 21643 - LANDMARK LAND COMPANY
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission of the City of La
Quinta, California, did, on the 14th day of March, 1989, hold a
duly -noticed Public Hearing to consider the request of Landmark
Land Company to subdivide 391.6+ acres into 30 residential
lots, associated golf course, well site, entrance, and buffer
lots, west of Madison Street and south of Airport Boulevard,
more particularly described as:
A PORTION OF SECTIONS 16, 21, AND 22,
TOWNSHIP 6 SOUTH, RANGE 7 EAST, S.B.B.& M.
WHEREAS, said tentative map has complied with the
requirements of "The Rules to Implement the California
Environmental Quality Act of 197011 (County of Riverside,
Resolution No. 82-213, adopted by reference in City of La
Quinta Ordinance No. 5), in that the Planning Director has
determined that the proposed tentative tract is a part of and
is consistent with the PGA West Specific Plan, for which an
Environmental Impact Report was certified on May 1, 1984, and
is therefore exempt from -further environmental review pursuant
to California Government Code Section 65457; and,
WHEREAS, at said Public Hearing, upon hearing and
considering all testimony and arguments, if any, of all
interested persons desiring to be heard, said Planning
Commission did find the following facts to justify the approval
of said tentative tract map:
1. That Tentative Tract No. 21643, as described in the
Staff Report and conditionally approved, is
consistent with the PGA West Specific Plan; the
goals, policies, and intent of the La Quinta
General Plan, in that the property is designated
for low density residential development; and the
standards of the Municipal Land Division Ordinance,
in that the property is zoned residential (R-2).
2. That the subject site is physically suitable for
the proposed land division.
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3.
4.
That the design of Tentative Tract Map No. 21643
will not cause substantial environmental damage or
injury to fish or wildlife, or their habitat.
That the design of the subdivision, as
conditionally approved, will not cause serious
public health problems.
5. The proposed subdivision is not development
specific and will not result in any violation of
existing requirements prescribed by the Coachella
Valley Water District and the Regional Water
Quality Control Board.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Planning
Commission of the City of La Quinta, California, as follows:
1. That the above recitations are true and correct and
constitute the findings of the Commission in this
case;
2. That it does hereby confirm the conclusion that the
previous Environmental Impact Report for the PGA
West Specific Plan assessed the environmental
concerns of this tentative tract;
3. That it does hereby recommend to the City Council
approval of the above -described Tentative Tract Map
No. 21643 for the reasons set forth in this
Resolution and subject to the attached conditions.
PASSED, APPROVED, and ADOPTED at a regular meeting
of the La Quinta Planning Commission, held on this 14th day of
March, 1989, by the following vote, to wit:
AYES: Commissioners Bund, Zelles, Steding, Moran, Chairman Walling
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
CHAIRMAN
ATTEST:
PLANNING DIRECTOR
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CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 89- 010
TENTATIVE TRACT 21643
PROPOSED MARCH 14, 1989
GENERAL
1. Tentative Tract Map No. 21643 shall comply with the
standards and requirements of the State Subdivision Map
Act and the City of La Quinta Land Division Ordinance,
unless otherwise modified by the following conditions.
2. Tentative Tract Map No. 21643 shall comply with all
applicable conditions and requirements of Specific Plan
No. 83-002, "PGA West", as amended and in effect at the
time of recordation.
3. This Tentative Tract Map shall expire two years after the
date of approval with the ability to extend approval as
provided by State Subdivision Map Act and the Municipal
Land Division Ordinance.
4. The final map shall conform substantially with the
approved Tentative Map (Exhibit "A") as contained in the
Planning and Development Department's file for Tentative
Tract Map 21643 and the following conditions of approval,
which conditions shall take precedence in the event of
any conflict with the provisions of the Tentative Tract
Map.
STREETS. DRAINAGE, AND GRADING
5. regal access from all lots within Tentative Tract Map No.
21643 to a City -maintained street shall be provided in
accordance with the requirements of the La Quinta Land
Division Ordinance and the City Engineer. Specific
detailed design of the Madison Street access gates shall
be submitted with any development approval application(s)
and shall conform to the requirements of the City
Engineer.
6. All offers of dedication and conveyances shall be
submitted and recorded as directed by the City Engineer.
7. Easements, when required for roadways, drainage
facilities, utilities, etc., shall be shown on the final
map. Said easements shall be submitted and recorded as
directed by the City Engineer. All interior roadway
easements shall be a minimum of 36 feet in width.
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8. An emergency access point shall be provided from the area
southeast of Madison Street and Airport Boulevard onto
either Madison Street or Airport Boulevard. This
emergency access point shall be constructed to the
requirements of the Fire Marshal and City Engineer.
9. Street improvements, including the required portions of
Madison Avenue and Airport Boulevard, shall be
constructed to the requirements of the City Engineer at
the time of development.
10. The Applicant shall vacate vehicle access rights, except
at street intersections, to the following streets:
Madison Street and Airport Boulevard.
11. A common area lot shall be established for that area
between the tract perimeter wall and street right-of-way
for Madison Street and Airport Boulevard.
12. An encroachment permit for work in any abutting local
jurisdiction shall be secured prior to constructing or
joining improvements (i.e., County of Riverside).
13. Drainage disposal facilities shall be provided as
required by the Public Works Director. Drainage
facilities shall be capable of retaining 100-year storm
flows on -site. Drainage facilities shall also be
provided to alleviate excess irrigation and well -flushing
discharge alongside TT 21643 on Madison Avenue and
Airport Boulevard.
PUBLIC SERVICES AND UTILITIES
14. Fire protection shall be provided at the time of
development in accordance with the requirements of the
Municipal Code and the City Fire Marshal.
15. The Applicant shall comply with the following
_requirements of the Coachella Valley Water District:
a. The domestic water system shall be installed in
accordance with the District and City requirements
at the time of development.
b. The Applicant shall provide and dedicate to the
District any land needed for the provision of
additional facilities, including, but not limited
to, sites for wells, reservoirs, and booster
pumping stations.
C. The Applicant shall resolve any potential
conflict(s) with existing District facilities prior
to any approvals for development permits being
issued.
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16.
The Applicant shall comply with the following
requirements for utility easements:
a. Prior to submittal of the final record map for plan
check, the Applicant shall coordinate with all
utility companies (including gas, water, sewer,
electric, and cable television) to ensure that
adequate provisions are made for on- and off -site
easements for the provision of future facilities.
b. At the time of final map submittal, the Applicant
shall provide the Department with letters from the
applicable utilities stating that adequate
provisions for future facilities are provided and
that there are no conflicts with other easements.
C. All easements shall be shown on the final record
map.
MISCELLANEOUS
17. The Applicant acknowledges that the City is considering a
City-wide landscape and lighting district, and, by
recording a subdivision map, agrees to be included in the
District. Any assessments will be done on a benefit
basis as required by law.
18. As no building will occur until future subdivision(s) of
land, the final map shall give constructive notice. This
notice must appear on the record map with wording
approved by the City Engineer; said working to be similar
to the following:
"No building permits shall be issued until the
recording of a subsequent final condominium map.
Improvement conditions will be imposed and security
posted at the time the subsequent final map is
approved. Survey monument bonds will still be
required if corners are not set at time map
records."
19. The Applicant understands that this approval is for a
land division only, and that separate development
approvals, such as plot plans, use permits, zone changes,
and tract maps, as applicable and as deemed necessary by
the Planning and Development Department, will be required
prior to any development actions, including grading
activities other than those associated with development
of the golf course areas.
20. Tentative Tract Map No. 21643 shall be recorded prior to
any future development being established or overlay
tracts being recorded.
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21. The Applicant shall pay the required processing and plan
checking fees as are current at the time the work is
being accomplished by City personnel or subcontractors
for the Planning, Building, or Engineering Divisions.
22. The Developer of this subdivision of land shall cause no
easements to be granted or recorded over any portion of
this property between the date of approval by the City
Council and the date of recording of the final map,
without the approval of the City Engineer.
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STAFF REPORT
PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING
DATE: MARCH 14, 1989
APPLICANT: LA QUINTA GOLF ESTATES COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION
PROJECT: VARIANCE 88-006; PERMIT THREE
SELF -ILLUMINATED AREA IDENTIFICATION SIGNS
MOUNTED ON EMERGENCY GATES LOCATED ADJACENT
TO DEVELOPMENT ENTRY GATES
LOCATION: TWO SIGNS ON COACHELLA DRIVE EMERGENCY GATES,
AND ONE SIGN ON SAN VICENTE STREET EMERGENCY
GATE
ENVIRONMENTAL
EVALUATION: THE REQUEST IS EXEMPT FROM THE CALIFORNIA
ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT OF 1970 (CEQA), AS
PROVIDED IN SECTION 15061(b)(3)
PROJECT DESCRIPTION:
The Applicant is seeking a Variance from Section 9.212.110 A.3.
to permit two illuminated signs at the Coachella Drive
entrance, and one illuminated sign at the San Vicente Street
entrance.
Section 9.212.110 A.3. is as follows:
113. Residential Subdivisions, Condominiums, Townhomes,
Mobile Home Parks and Subdivisions. Each development is
permitted a sign which identifies the development name at
major entrances determined during project review. The
identification sign(s) may have a maximum sign area of
thirty-two square feet and a height of eight feet.
Illumination is not permitted."
ANALYSIS:
1. The Applicant is requesting a Variance to permit an
additional sign at the Coachella Drive development entry
and that the proposed three signs be illuminated.
2. The sign regulations permit residential development
signage.
3. The proposed illumination is back lighting.
4. The square footage of the signs does not exceed the
square footage permitted.
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5. The signs located at Coachella Drive can be seen from the
south- and north -bound vehicle traffic.
6. The sign at San Vicente Street is parallel with
Eisenhower.
7. The Sign Variance is exempt from CEQA.
8. There exist development signs that are illuminated.
These were installed prior to the current sign
regulations.
9. The Fire Marshal has provided comments regarding the
emergency gates (letters attached).
10. A sign permit from the Building Division is necessary.
11. The request is consistent with the General Plan in that
the policies discourage sign clutter. The placement of
three signs on approximately one mile of frontage cannot
be considered clutter.
12. A Variance is subject to such conditions as are necessary
so that the adjustment does not constitute a grant of
special privileges that is inconsistent with the
limitations upon other properties in the area, and which
are necessary to protect the health, safety, and general
welfare of the Community.
13. Variances, when granted, are valid for one year. An
extension may be granted, per the La Quinta Municipal
Code.
14. The decision of the Planning Commission is final unless
appealed to the City Council.
RECOMMENDATION:
By adoption of Planning Commission Resolution No. ,
approve Sign Variance 88-006, subject to conditions.
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CITY OF LA QUATKICATION FOR A VARIANCE
PLANNING I DLVELOWN .
Applicant: IA_ ouinta Golf Estates Commun_ty Association
Address: B 162 La uinta CA 92253 Phone No. L619) 564-2177
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Property Owners Homeowners Association
1 in ividuall owned hornes 6 lotsPhone No.
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Description of Request: 3 self -illuminated area identification signs with
wood backing mounted on emergency gates adjacent to Coachella Dr. and
_1AA yjcente St - entry ciat s
CA f6jaT L 478.0010
Purpose of Request: To better identify association area and entry gates
for those entering at night as well as daytime.
Project Location: Eisenhower Drive Assessor's Parcel No.
Existing Land Use: Residential Existing Zoning R-1
Related Cases:
Legal Description of Property: (May be attached) La Quints. Golf Estates
No. 1 and No 2• MB037/96-98.
Justification: State the exceptional or extraordinary circumstances including shape,
sins, location and surroundings that apply to this property that do not apply to other
property owners in the same zone. Inadequate street lighting on that side of
Eisenhower Drive; no other feasible way of night and day area identi-
fication.
State why the ordinance deprives the property of privileges enjoyed by other property
the vicinity and under identical Zoning elasaifieation. Existence of similar
night lighted identification signs at Laguna De La Paz and Santa Rosa
Cove developments nearby. -
State why the granting of this variance does not constitute a grant of special
pr3-vileges inconsistent with the limitations upon other properties in the vicinity
or zone in which such property is situated. There are already two projects in
the immediate vicinity with the benef=t of illuminated identification
signs for the benefit of the residents and their guests.
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October 17, 1988
Jack Thompson
Cintel Corporation
78-401 P Highway 111
LaQuinta, CA 92253
Dear Jack:
As per our phone conversation on this day, enclosed is a card
with pictures that illustrate the illumination of a reverse
necn pan channel letter.
If you have any questions, please give me a call.
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QUIEL BROS.
ELECTRIC SIGN SERVICE CO., INC.
Rod Welker
Sales Representative
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1-209 Oasis Street, Suite 405
Indio, CA 92201
(619) 342-8886
To: City of La Quinta
Planning Division
Re: Variance No. 88-006
E.A. No. 88-109
IN COOPERATION WITH THE
CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF FORESTRY
AND FIRE PROTECTION
RAY HEBRARD
FIRE CHIEF
January 19, 1989
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Planning & Engineering Office
4080 Lemon Street, Suite 11 L
Riverside, CA 92501
(714) 787-6606
Fire Department personnal have completed a review of the above referenced project
and have the following comments:
Attached is a letter with regards to problems that presently exist with the access
gates at the La Quinta Golf Estates. A portion of the problem may be occurring
due to the additional weight incurred due to the wood that has already been added
to these gates. The additional weight of the signage as proposed may adversely
impact the operation of these gates, which may cause delays in the response times
of emergency vehicles.
The Fire Department recommends that prior to approval of the above project, the
following conditions are met by the applicant:
1. Compliance with the attached Fire Department letter dated January 19, 1989;
2. Submit written certification from the contractor/installer with respect to
the following items;
a. The existing wrought —iron gates must be capable of supporting the additional
weight load;
b. These additions must not adversely impact the operation of these gates,
specifically the capability of the power operated devices.
All questions regarding the meaning of these conditions should be referred to the
Fire Department Planning & Engineering Staff.
Sincerely,
RAY REGIS
Chief Fire Department Planner n
Dennis Dawson
Deputy Fire Marshal
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RIVERSIDE COUNTY
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Planning & Engineering Office
46-209 Oasis Street, Suite 405
Indio, CA 92201
(619) 342-8886
Anne Tuttle
Triad Enterprises
77-895 Avenida Montezuma
La Quinta, CA 92253
Re: Vehicle Entry Gates
La Quinta Golf Estates
IN COOPERATION WITH THE
CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF FORESTRY
AND FIRE PROTECTION
RAY HEBRARD
FIRE CHIEF
January 19, 1989
Planning & Engineering Offic
4080 Lemon Street, Suite 1 '
Riverside, CA 92501
(714) 787-6606
On January 18, 1989, an inspection of the access gates located off Eisenhower Drive
revealed that only one of the five gates was operational for emergency vehicle
access. The gate malfunctions appear to be caused by a combination of the following
items:
I. Unknown trouble with power controlled opener mechanism.
2. Latching or opening problem due to the additional weight load of the wood that
has been added to the gates.
3. The wood that was added to the gates is blocking the transmission of the emergency
vehicle opening devices.
As per our telephone conversation on January 18, 1989, these gates are to remain
unlocked and must be capable of manual operation from the Eisenhower Drive side
until repairs are completed. On January 17, 1989, the Fire Department was delayed
in responding to an emergency medical aid call within the Estates due to these
gate malfunctions. These time delays are unacceptable and a violation of the La
Quinta Municipal Code and Uniform Fire Code access requirements. Repairs are to
be completed by February 1, 1989, or the gates are to be locked in the "open" position.
If you Have any questions please call me at (619) 342-8886.
Sincerely,
RAY REGIS
Chief Fire Department Planner
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Dennis Dawson
Deputy Fire Marshal
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PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 89-011
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION
OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA,
ANNOUNCING FINDINGS AND GRANTING A
VARIANCE TO PERMIT ILLUMINATED
DEVELOPMENT IDENTIFICATION SIGNS, TWO AT
COACHELLA DRIVE AND ONE AT SAN VICENTE
STREET, FOR THE LA QUINTA GOLF ESTATES
DEVELOPMENT
CASE NO. VAR 88-006
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission of the City of
La Quinta, California, did, on the 14th day of March, 1989,
hold a duly -noticed Public Hearing to consider the request of
the La Quinta Golf Estates Homeowners Association for a
Variance to requirements of the Sign Regulations (Section
9.212.110(A)(3), La Quinta Municipal Code) in order to permit
illuminated development signs, two at Coachella Drive and one
at San Vicente Street; and,
WHEREAS, said Variance Case had complied with the
requirements of "The Rules to Implement the California
Environmental Quality Act of 197011 (County of Riverside,
Resolution No. 82-213, adopted by reference in City of La
Quinta Ordinance No. 5), in that the Planning Director
conducted an initial study, and has determined that the
proposed Variance will not have a significant adverse impact on
the environment and is CEQA-exempt, per Section 15061(b)(3);
and,
WHEREAS, at said Public Hearing, upon hearing and
considering all testimony and arguments, if any, of all
interested persons desiring to be heard, said Planning
Commission did find the following facts to justify the approval
of said Variance Case:
1. "Special Circumstances°t, due to the access limitations of
the development due to the location of a security wall,
indicate that the Variance warrants favorable
consideration.
2. The strict application of the Sign Regulations to the
subject property will deprive it of privileges enjoyed by
other similarly -zoned property in the vicinity since the
purpose and intent of said regulations would permit a
two-faced development sign at major entrances.
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3. Approval of the Variance would not constitute granting of
a special privilege inconsistent with limitations on
similarly -zoned property in the area.
4. The Conditions of Approval will assure that the intent of
the emergency gates will not be adversely affected by the
granting of said Variance.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Planning
Commission of the City of La Quinta, California, as follows:
1. That the above recitations are true and correct and
constitute the findings of the Commission in this case;
2. That it does hereby confirm the conclusion of the
Environmental Assessment of this Variance;
3. That it does hereby approve the above -described Variance
Case No. 88-006 for the reasons set forth in this
Resolution and subject to the conditions, labeled Exhibit
A, attached hereto.
PASSED, APPROVED and ADOPTED at a regular meeting
of the La Quinta Planning Commission, held on this 14th day of
March, 1989, by the following vote, to wit:
AYES: Commissioners Moran, Bund, Zelles, Steding, Chairman Walling
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
CHAIRMAN
ATTEST:
PLANNING DIRECTOR
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EXHIBIT A
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 89- 011
VAR 88-•006
MARCH 14, 1989
Prior to the installation of the signs, submit to the Planning
and Development Deprtment written certification from the
contractor/installer of the gates indicating that:
a. The existing wrought iron gates are capable of
supporting the additional weight load.
b. That the additions do not affect the operation of
the gates, specifically the capability of the
power -operated devices and transmission opening
devices.
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MINUTES
PLANNING COMMISSION - CITY OF LA QUINTA
A regular meeting held at the La Quinta City Hall
78-105 Calle Estado, La Quinta, California
February 28, 1989
I.
II.
CALL TO ORDER
A. The meeting was called to
Chairman Walling. The
Commissioner Steding.
ROLL CALL
7:00 p.m.
order at 7:04 p.m. by
Flag Salute was led by
A. Chairman Walling requested the roll call.
Present: Commissioners Zelles, Steding, Moran, and
Chairman Walling. Commissioner Bund arrived at
7:20 p.m.
B. Staff Present:
Ted Bower.
HEARINGS
Chairman Walling
items as follows:
Principal Planners Jerry Herman and
introduced the Public Hearing
A. Tentative Tract 23773; A request by Rick Johnson
Construction to subdivide 45.64 acres into 155
single-family residential lots and related common
lot areas, located at the northwest corner of Fred
Waring Drive and Starlight Lane/Adams Street.
1. Principal Planner Jerry Herman presented the
information contained in the Staff Report, a
copy of which is on file in the Planning and
Development Department.
2. Chairman Walling opened the Public Hearing.
Greg Swajan, one of the Developers, addressed
the Commission, offering to answer any
questions they might have. Mr. Bruce
Cathcart, representing residents of Darby
Road, spoke in favor of the project, and
asked that two items be noted for the
record: that they would like to see Lyle
Street go through to access the rear of Darby
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Road properties; and, if the area should be
annexed to La Quinta, the residents would
like the area to still allow the use of
horses, to maintain a residential/rural
zoning. Principal Planner Jerry Herman noted
for the record that one comment letter was
received regarding this project, expressing
the desire to see a block wall placed along
the north property line. There being no
further public comment, Chairman Walling
closed the Hearing.
3. Following discussion, a motion was made by
Commissioner Steding and seconded by
Commissioner Zelles to adopt Resolution No.
89-007, with attached Conditions,
recommending to the City Council concurrence
with the environmental analysis and approval
of Tentative Tract Map No. 23773. Upon roll
call vote, the motion was unanimously
adopted, with Commissioner Bund absent.
B. Specific Plan No. 84-003, Amendment No. 2; a
request by Rufus Associates to eliminate Condition
No. 4 regarding the time limit on the Specific
Plan, for the Orchard at La Quinta, located on the
south side of Avenue 50, one -quarter mile west of
Jefferson Street.
1. Principal Planner Jerry Herman presented the
information contained in the Staff Report, a
copy of which is on file in the Planning and
Development Department.
2. Chairman Walling opened the Public Hearing.
John Crist, representing the Applicant,
addressed the Commission and expressed
support of the revised conditions. There
being no further comment, Chairman Walling
closed the Public Hearing.
3. Following Commission discussion, a motion was
made by Commissioner Zelles and seconded by
Commissioner Moran to adopt Planning
Commission Resolution 89-008, recommending
modification of Condition No. 4 by replacing
it with an annual review process. Upon roll
call vote, the motion was unanimously
adopted, with Commissioner Bund absent.
C. Public Use Permit 373-E, Amendment No. 1; a request
by Salts, Troutman & Kaneshiro/General Telephone
Company for the addition of a 450-square-foot power
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room and a 945-square-foot equipment room to an
existing GTE switching facility, located at the
northeast corner of Desert Club Drive and Avenida
La Fonda.
1. Principal Planner Jerry Herman presented the
information contained in the Staff Report, a
copy of which is on file in the Planning and
Development Department.
2. Chairman Walling opened the Public Hearing.
Andy Long, representing the Applicant,
addressed the Commission and briefly
explained the request. Principal Planner
Herman noted for the record that one phone
call had been received in comment on the
request, suggesting that the building's grey
walls be painted a different desert color.
There being no further comment, Chairman
Walling closed the Public Hearing.
3. Following Commission discussion, a motion was
made by Commissioner Steding and seconded by
Commissioner Moran to adopt Planning
Commission Resolution 89-009, approving the
Amendment to Public Use Permit NO. 373-E,
subject to conditions. Upon roll call vote,
the motion was unanimously adopted.
C. Special Residential Standards Adjustment No.
89-002; a request by George Mooney for a reduction
in the 1,200-square-foot livable area located at
51-125 and 51-155 Eisenhower Drive.
1. Principal Planner Jerry Herman presented the
information contained in the Staff Report, a
copy of which is on file in the Planning and
Development Department.
2. Chairman Walling opened the Public Hearing.
George Mooney, the Applicant, addressed the
Commission to answer any questions they might
have. Dr. Art Garrow, representing Jay
Faulkner - owner of the adjacent property to
the north, addressed the Commission. Dr.
Garrow expressed concerns over density and
over maintaining high standards for the
area. There being no further comment,
Chairman Walling closed the Public Hearing.
3. Following Commission discussion, a Minute
Motion was made by Commissioner Zelles and
seconded by Commissioner Moran to grant
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Special Residential Standards Adjustment No.
89-002 to the minimum gross livable area,
subject to conditions, with the addition of
requiring a landscape setback of 10 feet from
the front property line. Unanimously adopted.
IV. PUBLIC COMMENT
No one wished to address the Commission.
V. CONSENT CALENDAR
A motion was made by Commissioner Steding and
seconded by Commissioner Zelles to approve the
minutes of February 14, 1989. Unanimously adopted.
VI. BUSINESS
Chairman Walling introduced the Business Items as
follows:
A. City -Wide Design Review Standards.
1. Principal Planner Ted Bower presented the
information, contained in the Staff Report, a
copy of which is on file in the Planning and
Development Department.
2. Following Commission discussion, a Minute
Motion was made by Commissioner Steding and
seconded by Commissioner Zelles that the
Design Review Standards as outlined by the
Planning and Development Department; with the
correction on Page 4 to reflect environment
rather than desert, and on Page 6 to delete
D.3.; be conveyed to the City Council with
Commission approval. Unanimous.
VII. OTHER
A. Fencing Requirements in the SR Zone.
1. During Commission discussion, Staff was
directed to further study the legalities of
required retro fit, and of the effect of
insurance coverage to replace existing fences
damaged by wind, etc. A Minute Motion was
made by Commissioner Moran and seconded by
Commissioner Zelles to continue discussion of
the fencing requirement issue in the SR
zone. Unanimous.
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VIII. ADJOURNMENT
A motion was made by Commissioner Moran and
seconded by Commissioner Zelles to adjourn to a
regular meeting on March 14, 1989, at 7:00 p.m., in
the La Quinta City Hall, 78-105 Calle Estado, La
Quinta, California. This meeting of the La Quinta
Planning Commission was adjourned at 8:07 p.m.,
February 28, 1989.
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