1983 05 10 PCC E
PLANNING COMMISSION - CITY OF LA QUINPA
A regular meeting to be held at the
La Quinta City Hall, 78-105 Calle Estado,
La Quinta, California
May 10, 1983
1. CULL TO ORDER
A. Flag Salute
2. ROLL CALL
7:00 p.m.
3. HEARINGS
A public hearing, regarding Tentative Tract Map No. 19203, Amended
No, 1, and its related environmental negative declaration, a request
for a 60-unit statutory condaminium project on 15.8 acres located on
the east side of Avenida Bern-udas at Calle Sinaloa, Desert Club of
La Quinta, Applicant.
1. Report from Associate Planner.
2. Nation for adoption.
I B A public hearing regarding the abandonment of Avenida Bermudas between
Avenue 50 and the La Quanta Stormwater Channel and the related environ-
mental negative declaration.
1. Report from Associate Planner.
2. Motion for adoption.
4.
5.
COMMIT CALENDAR
A. Az,roval of the minutes of the regular meeting of Anril 12, 1983.
BUSEgESS
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R:�viea of Plot Plan No. 83-012, a request to construct a single family
house on a lot located on the west side of Avenida Diaz, south of Calle
Chillon, Norval Holmes, Applicant. cp"a
1. Renrt from Asso-, to Planner. 41V
2. P'rtion for adont,o:.
F:evlew of Plot Pl,m 83-�1�, a reG,:eS-' to CC 5'.L"L1CL a s.jn��e famil .
house on a lot lo:at�� on the �.'est side of 4venida Navarro, north of
C'alle Arropa, Brian Cullen, Applicant.
1. Report from Associate Plarr-ler.
W
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AGENDA - PLANNING CCMMISSICXQ
May 10, 1983
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Review of a request for a one-year extension of time in which to file
a final map for Tentative Tract Map No. 14496, Anden Corporation,
Applicant.
1. Report from Associate Planner.
2. Notion for adoption.
Review of a City Council amend7nt to the proposed amendient to the
Municipal Land Use Ordinance No. 348 regarding the temporary habitation
of recreation vehicles on residential lots.
1. Report from Associate Planner.
2. Notion for adoption.
6. ADJOURrZMENT
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ITEM NO. /
DATE
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MOTION
BY:
GOETCHEUS
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KLIMKIEWICZ
REILLY
SECOND
BY:
GOETCHEUS
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KLIMKIEWICZ
REILLY
DISCUSSION:
ROLL CALL VOTE:
THORNBURGH
THORNBURGH
C0^2IISSIONERS: AYE NO ABSTAIN ABSENT PRESENT
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UNANIMOUSLY ADOPTED: YES
NO
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SECOND BY: GOETCHEUS
DISCUSSION: J-el &
ROLL CALL VOTE:
CO'24ISSIONERS:
GOETCHEUS
IMKAMP
KLIMKIEWICZ
REILLY
THORNBURGE
UNANIMOUSLY ADOPTED:
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DATE
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MEMORANDUM
CITY OF LA QUINTA
To: The Honorable Chairmen and Members of the Planning Commission
From: The Associate Planner
Date: May 10, 1983
Subject: Changes in the Proposed Plans for Tentative Tract Map No. 19203,
Amended No. 1.
The attached staff report was based on the review of the proposed development
plans which were submitted by the applicant approximately two weeks ago. After
staff had completed this report, the applicant formally submitted the amended
set of plans. The following items are changes from the previous plan reviewed
by staff in the report and the exhibits which are attached for your review:
* Trie setbacks of the buildings from the eastern and western property boundaries
have been changed.
* A secondary access onto Avenue 52 has been added. No information is available
on whether either access will be gated.
* The row of parking spaces are setback the minimum required three feet from the
northern property boundary (the report incorrectly stated five feet).
* The number of parking spaces in the northern portion have been reduced from
98 to 94. Regarding the number of parking spaces which are covered, 58 of the
total 135 spaces will be covered by carports.
The following items were not addressed in the staff report yet warrant a mention:
* The tract boundaries, which are marked by the dark blue line on the map, in-
clude property which the applicant still has not received authorization to
include. This property includes: a 36 foot wide strip along the southern
boundary of lot 2 which is in the public road right of way; the well site
which is labeled as "Not a Part" yet is included within the project boundary.
* The map incorrectly identifies the Southern California Water Company fee
a,nership land as an easement (a letter from the Water Company to the
Applicant has been attached for your information).
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SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA N ATLY? COMPANY
3625 WEST SIXTH STREET . LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA �»020 - TELEPHONE (213) 36G-7800
April 12, 1983
Mr. Thomas Thornburgh
The Desert Club of
La Quinta
Post Office Box 925
La Quinta, California 92253
Dear Mr. Thornburg:
This letter is to confirm our telephone conversation of Friday,
April 8, 1983, in which we discussed the problem you face in
developing your tentative tract map. No. 19203 because of the
existence of a 10 foot fee ownership strip belonging to our
Company along the southerly line of Lot 1 of the old Desert
Club tract which Lot is approximately 77 x 136, and the fact
that we have a 6-inch discharge line from our Desert Club No. 4
well running in this fee ownership to what was formerly Desert
Club Drive and thence our main runs northerly in Desert Club
Drive. As I understand it from our conversation that portion of
Desert Club Drive, which is within the limits of your tentative
tract No. 19203 has been vacated as a public street, however, we
still have our discharge line located in it.
As we discussed, if you would agree to deed to us a 10 foot strip
along the easterly line of Lot 1 running from the southerly to the
northerly boundaries so that our discharge line could be relocated
within this 10 foot strip, and if you would pay for the relocation
of our discharge line not only into this 10 foot strip along the
easterly line of Lot 1, but also westerly in Calle Amigo back to
the existing main in Desert Club Drive. We can then in exchange,
deed to you the portion of our existing fee o-.rnership along the
southerly boundary of Lot 1 running easterly to Desert Club Drive.
Mr.,Thornburgh -2- April 12, 1983
As I explained to you on the phone, because everything we own is
pledged under the Indenture of our First Mortgage Bonds, we have
a rather cumbersome procedure and a rather substantial amount of red
tape that I have to go through in order to effectuate the release of
real property from the lien of the Bond indenture, and we have to
charge you an additional $600 for processing this Release.
If this letter fairly states our conversation and if you wish to
agree to the procedure outline and have us start moving forward with
the engineering plans, etc., please sign, date and return the extra
copy of this letter which is attached. This then will serve as our
authorization to proceed in a timely manner.
Very truly yours,
SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA WATER CO1PAN1
C`, I , S�� "-T
C. L. Stuart
Vice President
CLS/ier
APPROVED�csc.�c
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MEMORANDUM
CITY OF LA QUINTA :3, A.
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To: The Honorable Chairman and Members of the Planning Carrrdssion
From: Sandra L. Bonner, Associate Planner
Date: May 10, 1983
Subject: TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO. 19203, a Request to Divide 13.5 Acres into Two
Lots for the Purpose of Constructing 60 Condc[rdnium Units, The Desert
Club of La Quinta, Applicant
PECOZ1,1ENDATION
Staff recacmends that the Planning Commission approve Tentative Tract Map No. 19203,
Amended No. 1, in accordance with Exhibit A, and adopt the Negative Declaration for
the environmental assessment, based on the following findings and subject to the
conditions of approval.
BACKGROUND
Project Description
The Applicant is requesting approval to divide 15.8 gross acres into two lots, with
60 statutory condominium units proposed on Lot 1 and the existing Desert Club develop-
ment on Lot 2. A statutory condominium project is the type of develognent in which a
person buys either that portion of the building containing his dwelling or the "airspace"
enclosed within the walls of the dwelling, without owning the property on which the
unit stands. The state law requires that a tract map be approved for all condominium
projects. In addition, the Municipal Land Use Ordinance No. 348 requires compliance
with certain standards as stated in Section 18.5 of that ordinance (see attached
Exhibit "D").
The following major changes were made in the original development proposal:
* The six, one-story buildings and two, two-story buildings with a total of
61 units has been changed to eight, two-story buildings with a total of
60 units.
* T;he location or orientation of the buildings has been changed from the
previous plan which shaved buildings along both sides of the can on open
space area to a design with the buildings located along the north side
of the common area.
* Concerning the two buildings located in the southwest corner of the
condominium project on Lot 1, the setback fra-n tie Avenida Bermudas right
of %.,ay has been increased from 15 feet to 40 feet.
* The parking plan has been changed, adding a second row of parking along
the north side of the housing and deleting a row of parking in the sout.
th.ost corner of Lot 1.
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May 10, 1983
Page Two.
* The access to the new Avenue 52 on the north boundary has been eliminated.
* The floor plan for the two -bedroom unit has been increased from 1,059 square
feet to 1,220 square feet. The size of the one -bedroom unit has been decreased
from 750 square feet to 700 square feet. The three-bedroan units remain the
same at 1,344 square feet.
* The design of the open space area has been changed by reducing the area of
the pond and deleting the hot pool.
Property Ownership
A concern of staff addressed in the March 22, 1983 report to the Commission was that
the project area included two parcels not owned by the Applicant. The Applicant has
recently purchased one lot and obtained permission from the owner of the second lot
to include their land in this plan.
ANALYSIS
Consistency With The Zoning
Tne property is currently zoned R-3-4,000, General Residential, requiring 4,000
square feet of lot area per dwelling unit with a minimum dwelling size of 1,200
square feet. Regarding the density of the project, the proposed development is
consistent with the zoning requirement. However, the proposed unit sizes are
inconsistent with the minimum dwelling size requirement. As currently planned,
the one -bedroom unit will have approximately 700 square feet of total area (measured
from the exterior of the walls) and 640 square feet of floor living area.
Section 18.11 of the Municipal Land Use Ordinance requires that all dwellings have
a minimum of 750 square feet of floor living area. This base standard applies to
residential development in all the zones. The Applicant has stated that he intends
to apply for a variance from this requirement. In order to grant this variance, the
Commission and Council must make the finding that due to the shape, size, topography
or other special circumstances, the enforcement of this requirement would deprive the
Applicant of the rights enjoyed by the owners of other residentially zoned property.
It is staff's opinion that this finding cannot be justified for this property and
therefore no variance could be granted. The only other option available is for the
City Council to approve an ordinance amendment reducing the minimum floor living area
of all residential dwellings to 640 square feet.
Site Plan Design
,As shoon on Exhibit "A", the Applicant proposes to locate the bulk of the parking
and to structures parallel to the northern site boundary and the new alignj-,�_-nt o=
',venue 52. For the 630-foot length of the parcel, the buildings will be located r
a straight line 15 feet apart, with a 15-foot setback from the east property line
and a 59-foot setback from the west property line. The setback of these buildings
from the new Avenue 52 right of way ranges from 45 feet for the westernmost building
to 70 feet for the easternmost building. This setback area will be developed vdtn a
25-foot-wide driveway and two rows of parking totalling 9E spaces, an uininc; �.ieed
amoLnt of w1nich will be in carports. The remaining two buildings containinc; the
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STAFF RL?ORr - PLk-,'NING Oa%7,IISSION
May 10, 1983
Page Three.
Site Plan Design (Cont'd)
smallest units will be located adjacent to the existing tennis courts and pool area
of the Desert Club with a 40-foot setback from Avenida Bermudas. Additional parking
is proposed adjacent to the cacmon open area and Avenida Bermudas. Regarding this
site plan or layout of the proposed development, staff has the following concerns:
* The project is oriented with its back or rear to Avenue 52, which will be
the major traffic corridor for the cove area. The appearance of the project
from the street is the same concern which was addressed on the Landmark Land
Company project approved on Avenue 50, a road which will have far less
traffic than Avenue 52.
* Although the overall density of the project may not be incompatible with the
adjacent R-1 single family residential zoning located to the north, east and
west, the concentration of buildings along the north boundary creates an
appearance of very high density development. This could be incompatible with
the surrounding log -density single family housing development.
* The nearly solid wall of buildings could adversely affect the view from the
houses along the north side of Avenue 52, which will most likely be oriented
southward to enjoy the view of the cove's mountains. These t-wo-story units
could dominate this view for the adjacent residents.
* By locating the parking area only the minimum required 5 feet back from the
property lines, the six -foot -high wall which must be constructed to screen
the parking will be built on the property lines along Avenue 52 and Avenida
Bermudas.
* The location of the main entrance off Avenida Bermudas is not consistent with
the future circulation pattern. The most common travel route for the residents
returning home will be south on Washington Street and then west on Avenue 52.
The proposed location of the entrance will result in the residents having to
turn left at Avenida Bermudas and left again to enter the project.
Building Design
The staff has the following concerns regarding the proposed building and carport
designs:
* Concerning the rear view along Avenue 52, the caricination of the height,
rectangular shape, flat straight lines of the roof, and flat building face
or wall with only two rows of winc,07::s will create a sense o-r greater bulk
and mass than other development in the area.
* The view from Avenue 52 of the central stain-.ays for each building and the
stair -ways connecting the buildings emphasized the fact that this is a high
density develo_xnent.
STP.FF REpopT - PLANTNING COiVISSION
may 10, 1983
Page Four.
* The appearance of the two, one -bedroom buildings emphasizes the fact that
this is a high density development with smaller unit sizes. Although this
may be considered caqDatible with the two existing hotel buildings to the
south, the design fails to address the fact that these are single family
condominium units rather than hotel units.
* The Applicant intends to cover the parking along Avenue 52 with carports.
This would result in the view from Avenue 52 being of a six -foot -high wall
and the roof of the carport.
CONCLUSION
There are three options open to the Commission. First, it could approve the project,
including all the plot plans, floor plans and elevations, and condition thislayout
appprroval
to the extent necessary to address all their concerns regarding the project
and design. The conditions would also require the approval of an ordinance amendment
reducing the minimum floor area to 640 square feet. Staff does not recta mend this
option because it could involve conditioning the project to such an extent that it
would result in the City redesigning the project.
The second option would be fur the Commission to approve the basic tract map showing
the creation of two lots and the proposed density of 60 dwellings on lot one. Since
the state law does not require either the site plan or the building plans to be filed
in conjunction with this tract map, the Commission could require that new development
and building plans be submitted for their review and approval prior to the Applicant
recording the final map. Staff recomrends this option which would allow additional
time for the Applicant to develop an alternate design which addresses the previously
stated concerns. This option would still allow the Commission to review the proposed
site and building plans as part of the original approval. This option could also
satisfy the Applicant's stated desire to receive at least preliminary approval of the
project as soon as possible.
The third option open to the Commission is to continue consideration of this project.
Staff recacmends that the project be approved as suggested in Option Two and forwarded
to the City Council for their review of the design.
CONDITIONS - PLANNING C.'OMMISSION
TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO. 19203, AMENDED NO. 1
The Desert Club of La Quinta
May 10, 1983
Page Five.
This approval is subject to the following conditions:
The tentative subdivision shall comply with the State of California Subdivision Map
Act and to the requirements of the Municipal Land Division Ordinance No. 460, Schedule
"A", unless modified by the conditions listed below. This conditionally approved
tentative map will expire two years after the La Quinta City Council approval date
unless extended as provided by Ordinance 460.
1. Prior to recordation of the final map for Tentative Tract Map No. 19203, the
Applicant shall submit the following plans for review and approval by the
Planning Commission and City Council:
a. A site plan designating the locations and dimensions of all structures,
parking areas, driveways, open space areas and recreational facilities.
The Applicant shall also provide area calculations, including total area
involved, recreational and open space areas and lot coverage.
b. Floor and elevation plans, including information on the exterior materials
to be used.
The Commission and City Council may conditionally approve the above plans and proposed
designs; these conditions of approval will then be attached to and became a part of
the conditions of approval for Tentative Tract Map No. 19203.
streets and Easements
2. The Applicant shall be required to dedicate and improve the following public
right of ways in accordance with the City's adopted street standards and subject
to the approval of the City Engineer:
a. Avenue 52: Dedication and installation of full improvements, including
concrete curb, gutter, minimum four -foot -wide sidewalk and connecting
A.C. pavement, in accordance with the adopted Avenue 52 Specific Plan.
A minimum 40-foot-wide part width shall be improved.
b. Avenida Benmadas: Dedication and installation of full improvements,
including concrete curb, gutter, minimum four -foot -wide sidewalk and
connecting A.C. pavement, of the 44-foot half width in accordance with
City Standard No. 108.
C. Street adjacent to the south boundary of Lot 2: Dedication and full
improvements, including concrete curb, gutter, minimum four-foot-.:ide
sidewalk and connecting A.C. pavarent, of the 30-foot half width in
accordance with City Standard 104, Section "B".
d. The installation of a minimum 24-foot-wide roadway constructed of temporary
A.C. paving between the eastern tract boundary and the existing Avenue 52
roadway, in accordance with the adopted Avenue 52 specific Plan.
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CONDITIONS - PLANNING COMMISSICN
TIIVTATIVE TRACI MAP NO. 19203, AMENDED NO. 1
The Desert Club of La Quinta
May 10, 1983
Page Six.
3. All dedications shall be free from all encLu&rances as approved by the City
Engineer and City Attorney.
4. Easements, when required for roadway slopes, drainage facilities, utilities, etc.,
shall be shown on the final map if within the land division boundary. All offers
of dedication shall provide for non-exclusive public road and utility access.
All easements, offers of dedication and conveyances shall be submitted to and
approved by the City Engineer and City Attorney.
5. Legal access as required by Ordinance 460 shall be provided £ran the tract map
boundary to a City maintained road in accordance with the City Standards and
subject to the City Engineer's approval.
6. Prior to the issuance of a certificate of occupancy, the Applicant shall provide
for the marking of a bicycle lane in accordance with City Standards along the
south side of Avenue 50 and the east side of Avenida Bermudas.
7. If any grading is proposed, the subdivider shall submit one print of a comprehen-
sive grading plan to the City of La Qdinta Surveyor's Office. The plan shall
comply with the Uniform Building Code, Chapter 70, as amended by Ordinance 457.
A grading permit shall be obtained from the Department of Building and Safety
prior to commencement of any grading outside of the maintained right of way.
8. The subdivider shall submit three (3) copies of a soils report to the City
Engineer. The report shall address the soils stability and geological conditions
of the site.
Miscellaneous
9. water and sewage disposal facilities shall be installed in accordance with the
provisions set forth by the Riverside County Health Department. Dry sewers shall
be installed to facilitate connection to the community sewage system when constructed.
10. Fire protection shall be provided in accordance with the requirements of the
Uniform Fire Code and any additional provisions set forth by the City Fire
Marshall.
11. The project shall be annexed to CVWD LTprovement District No. 55 for sanitation
service.
12. Any delinau_ent property taxes shall be paid prior to recordation of the final
map.
13. Street trees shall be planted along all public road frontages. A landscaping,
lighting, amenities, trash storage, walkway layout and irrigation plan shall be
submitted to the Planning Director for approval prior to issuance of a building
permit. The landscape plan shall include a substantial number of full-size trees.
A minimum of one tree per unit
shall be planted and maintained. All mechanical equipment shall be
ground mounted or screened from view. No final inspection or occupancy shall be
given by the Building Department to this project until the aforementioned approve
plans and construction shall have been completed. _i j b `
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CONDITICL\iS - PLANNING CUv IISSION
TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO. 19203, X4ENDED NO. 1
The Desert Club of la Quinta
May 10, 1983
Page Seven.
14. Prior to the issuance of occupancy permits, the developer shall construct a
six -foot -high decorative block wall along the north, east and west boundaries
of Lot 1. Plans showing the location and design of the wall, the landscaping
of the setback and right of way areas and the location of the four -foot -wide
sidewalk shall be submitted to and approved by the City Department of Community
Development prior to the issuance of any permits. These plans shall be submitted
to the Planning Commission for their review.
15. The parking areas shall be surfaced in accordance with City Standards and
appropriately lined and striped.
16. Prior to recordation of the subdivision map, the Applicant shall submit to the
Planning Department the following documents which shall demonstrate to the
satisfaction of the City that the open Space/Recreation areas and private roads
shall be maintained in accordance with the intent and purpose of the approval.
a. The document to convey title;
b. Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions to be recorded;
C. Management and maintenance agreement to be entered into with the
unit/lot owners of this land division.
The approved Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions shall be recorded at the
same time that the final subdivision map is recorded.
A homeowners association, with the unqualified right to assess the owners of the
individual units for reasonable maintenance cost shall be established and contin-
uously maintained. The association shall have the right to lien the property of
any owners who default in the payment of their assessments. Such lien shall
not be subordinate to any encunnbrance other than a first deed of trust, provided
deed of trust is made good faith and for value and is of record prior to
such
the lien of the homeowners association.
17. Tract phasing, including any proposed ccumn open space area improvement phasing,
shall be subject to Planning Department approval.
18. Prior to the issuance of a Building Permit for construction of any use contemplated
by this approval, the Applicant shall first obtain permits and/or clearances from
the following public agencies within the City of La Quinta or those agencies the
City contracts with to provide these services:
* Environmental Health * Fire Protection
* Road Department City Engineer * Planning Department
* Water Quality Control Board 47 * Coachella Valley Water District
Evidence of said permit or clearance from the above agencies shall be presented
to the Land Use Division of the Department of Building and Safety at the time of
the issuance of a building permit for the use contemplated herewith.
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SECTION 18.3. COUNTY TO BE Fi-•LD HAP` Any person Ask
ho
to obtain a permit or an, Val of
obtains, or files an application i
any ?'nd under the provisions of this ordinanXissce
the
Count harmless from any liability or claim oncluding
any cla- s of the applicant, arising out of tthe permit or roval, or the denial thereof, or arof heldny cvooid
by any pe on seeking to have a g P
by a court law.
SECTION 4. SPECIAL STUDIES ZONES', GEOLOGIC REPORT
REQUIREMENTS.
(a) in ddition to the requ' ments of this ordinance,
all plicants, for a ecific plan of land use,
condi •onal use Perm' , public use permit, plot
plan o evelopmen Ian or certificate of occupancy
approval, for a p ject, as defined in Riverside
County ord anc o. 547, within a special studies
zone delinea by the State Geologist
Section 2621 seq. of the Public Re �X/yI/3
shall comp wit all of the provisio:
side Coun Ordinan\e No. 547, and no
to shall be grai �
approvalsubject the
accord ce with the p ` visions thereo:
(b) No plication subject to he provisii ---
'tion shall be considere s comple__- --- -
nd the time limitations for processing an applica-
tion shall not begin to run, un—l all requirements
under Ordinance No. 547 have bee completed.
SECTION 18.5.
Planned residential
with the hereinafter
planned residential
ply with, such addit
.... ..oA f-n ha necessar
STANDARDS FOR N ED RES r
developments sha e constructed in accordance
listed requirements. In addition thereto,
developments shall be sub ect to and shall com-
ional conditions and requirements as are `deter-
«; v,i A with the commun
in which it is proposed to be locatea.
(1) A subdivision map, prepared substantially in accor--
ance with the conditions of approval thereof and
the require;n.ents of this section, shall be reccrde'
pursuant to Ordinance No. 460.
(2) DENSITY, 0"\ ?or c A!7D HEIGHT LIMITATIONS. ==
than 40% of the net area of a project shall be used
for open area or recreational facilities, or a
bination therc-of. The net area of a project =_Nall
all streets, drives and
be determined U_, excluding _
aute:nobile storage areas. The total number e=
dwellinn units in a project shall not exceed that
which would be permitted if the project were a =tanaard
lot develo�.ment. The height of buildings shall not
exceed that which is permitted in the zone ir,w„ ch
the project is located. The -maxir:IYm-perm-tted_Eens- t`
and height limits ma _be redsced i_ it is c_t_- '.red
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to be necessary 'or a n'.anr development o �.�r
achieve_compatability with the area_in which the `c-c:
development is located. det�rMel
(3) yARD SETBACKS. Building setbacks from a project's
exterior streets and boundary lines shall be the
same as those prescribed by the zone in which the
cated. In no case shall such building
project is lo
setbacks for any project be less than those pre-
scribed in the R-3 Zone. The minimum building set-
- - - back from interior drives shall be ten feet.
(4) STREETS. Streets, which may be permitted to be
private, shall be required in accordance with the
provisions of Ordinance No. 460.
(5) RESIDENTIAL STRUCTURES. The number of dwelling units
in one building shall not exceed two in the R-1 Zone
and all other zones that permit planned residential
developments as an R-1 use, or eight dwelling units
in one building in the R-2 and R-2-A Zones. The
number of dwelling units in a buildingin e
Zone and all other zones that permit planned
resi-
dential developments as an R-3 use shall not exceed
that permitted by the R-3 Zone development standards.
Residential buildinas shall have a minimum ground
floor living area of 1000 scuare feet and each dwel-
ling unit in a building shall have the minimum floor
diving area required by Section 18.11 of this ordir.a:�ce]
- --_(6) RECREATIONAL BUILDINGS. Recreational, public assembly
_ and similar buildings may be permitted within a pro-
- jest if they are intended for the primary use of
-- persons resiat
ding within the project and are e°ties
so as not to be detrimental to adjacent p P
MAINTENANCE OF co! AREAS. A community association
nity
with the un?ualified right to assess the ow^e_-s cf
the dwelling units for all maintenance, operat:ona_
-_and other costs of the common areas and facilit es
and the community association shall be establishes
and continuously maintained. The association shall
_ _have the right to lien the units of the owners who
_default in one payment of their assessments. file
association's lien shall not be subordinate to any
other than a deed of trust or m.orLgage
enc-ambran_e o record
made -in good faith and for value which is of
- to the recordation of the lien or file associa-
prior
` tion:--pr'-or to recordation of the final suiDdivis" n
developer shall submit for ap*�rovai the
map;" the _ ate'
deciara`_`o.. ova^ants, conditions
for the _project. The approved declaration ' shall be
recorded at the time of the recording of the final
subdivision map.
3-10-82
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(8)
TRASH
AREAS. Adequate enclosed trash pickup areas,
convenient to the residents which they are intended
to serve, shall be provided in the project.
(9) SCREENING. A six-foot high masonry wall shall be
constructed on any project boundary line where the
adjacent property is zoned for a lower residential
density than that zone in which the project is
located.
(10) WALKWAYS. Five-foot wide paved pedestrian walkways
shall be installed between the dwelling units and
the recreational areas of the project.
(11) ACCESS. Vehicular access openings into a project
shall be limited to one for each 400 feet of public
street frontage; however, all projects shall be
permitted two access drives regardless of the amount
of frontage.
(12) PARKING. Automobile storage space required shall
be as determined at the time of issuance of the
conditional use permit; however, in no event shall
there be less than 1.5 parking spaces for each one
and not less than 2.5 spaces for each
bedroom unit
unit with two or more bedrooms. The required park-
ing spaces shall be provided entirely within the
development. Public street parking and tandem
parking shall not be counted in this requirement.
SECTION 18.6. PLANNED P.ESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENTS - SENIOR
CITIZENS.
1, When it is proposed by an apolicant that occupancy
of a planned residential development be limited to
senior citizens, the application for the land
division shall include the statement that the
develop-ment is proposed to be limited to a SEn'c=
Citizen Planned Residential Development.
2. Senior Citzen Planned Residential Developments shall
be constructed in accordance with all of the d^eiop-
and the
ment re_� ;rz .eats
Section 18.5 _
additional provisions: g
a, The overall deveioc,nent shall be desi
ease of use by persons of advanced age-
ease
No building shall be constructed that exceeds t.:o
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ITEM NO. 13 1
DATE t. /y f
PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING
RE:
MOTION BY: �GOETCHEUS IMKAMP KLIMKIEWICZ REILLY
SECOND BY: GOETCHEUS I KLIMKIEWICZ REILLY
DISCUSSION:
ROLL CALL VOTE:
THORNBURGH
THORNBURGH
CO'�DffSSIONERS: AYE NO ABSTAIN ABSENT PRESENT
GOETCHEUS -
IMKAMP -
KLIMKIEWICZ -
REILLY -
THORNBURGH -
UNANIMOUSLY ADOPTED: YES
NO
MEMORANDUM CITY OF LA QUINTA t3
To: The Honorable Chairman and Members of the Planning Caimission
From: Sandra L. Bonner, Associate Planner
Date: May 10, 1983
Subject: THE PROPOSED ABANDON'= OF AVENIDA BERMUDAS BETWEEN THE LA QUINTA
STOR*nTER CHANNEL AND AVENUE 50, LANDMARK LAND CO1,TANY, APPLICANT
RECON41ENDATION
That the Planning Commission recommend to the City Council adoption of the Negative
Declaration for Environmental Assessment No. 83-005 and approval of the request to
abandon that portion of the Avenida Be=das as shown on Exhibit "A" in accordance
with the following findings.
Background and Analysis
Tne Applicant, Landmark Land Canpany, requests that the City abandon that portion of
the Avenida Bermudas right of way which extends from the south side of the La Quinta
Stormwater Channel northward to Avenue 50. The right of way between Calle Tampico and
the Stortrwater Channel will remain. This request is in accordance with the condition
of approval for Tentative Tract Map No. 18767 which requires that this abandonment be
approved prior to the recordation of the final map.
The reasoning behind the abandonment is the following: With respect to circulation,
the extension of Avenida Bermudas to Avenue 50 is not needed since Calle Tampico with
its 100-foot-wide planned right of way is capable of handling the traffic between the
central business district and Eisenhower and Washington Streets; Avenida Bermudas has
been abandoned in the La Quinta Country Club area and, it is unlikely that the roadway
will be extended over the Sto_rtrater Channel. This right of way was established in
1959 as a result of the 1912 Act, which requires 60-foot-wide access easements along
all section lines. This portion of Avenida Bermudas is not shown on the Circulation
Element of the La Quinta General Plan. The General Plan provides for traffic on the
existing Avenida Bermudas to be directed along Calle Tampico to Eisenhower and
Washington Streets; abandonment of that portion of Avenida Bermudas north of the
Stor ��zwater Channel would ;De consistent % h this adopted General Plan.
Neither Riverside County nor La c,7uanta have spent funds developing or maintaininc:
t is portion of Avenida Be dos. Tnere is no existing road along this right of waa.-
nor has there been an established and passable road within the past five years.
Abandon, nt of this portion will not create landlocked parcels without access. The
two owners of the adjoining narcels ( k Land Company and Anden Corooration)
are in favor of the abandonment.
STAFF REPORT - PLANNING CO NIISSION
May 10, 1983
Page Two.
On the basis of findings contained in Environmental Assessment No. 83-005, staff has
tentatively determined that approval of this request will not have a significant
impact on the environment and has tentatively prepared a negative declaration.
Findings
1. The proposed abandonment is consistent with the Circulation Element of the
General Plan.
2. No funds have been spent by the City or County developing or maintaining this
right of way.
3. No road is existing nor has the right of way been developed with a passable
roadway within the past five years.
9. Abandonment of this portion of Avenida Bermudas will not deprive any parcel of
access.
5. Approval of the request will not have a significant effect on the environnent.
Conclusion and Recmv endation
Based upon the above findings, staff recacmends that the Planning Commission reccrnend
to the City Council adoption of the Negative Declaration and approval of the abandon-
ment of that portion of Avenida Bermudas in accordance with Exhibit A.
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ITEM NO.
DATE
4
15--110 -83
PLANNING COnMMISSION MEETING
RE:
MOTION BY: GOETCHEUS IMKAMP KLIMKIEWICZ REILLY THORNBURGH
SECOND BY: GOETCHEUS IMKAMP -1 IEWI REILLY THORNBURGH
DISCUSSION:
ROLL CALL VOTE:
COPIMffSSIONERS:
GOETCHEUS
IMKAMP
KLIMKIEWICZ
REILLY
THORNBURGH
UNANIMOUSLY ADOPTED:
AYE NO ABSTAIN ABSENT PRESENT
YES
NO
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PLANNING COMMISSION - CITY OF LA QUINTA
A regular meeting held at the La Quinta
City Hall, 78-105 Calle Estado, La Quinta,
California
April 12, 1983
1. CALL TO ORDER
7:00 p.m.
4
A. Chairman Thornburgh called the Planning Commission meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
He then called upon Commissioner Pat Reilly to lead the flag salute.
2. ROLL CALL
A. Chairman Thornburgh requested the roll call. The Secretary called the roll:
Present: Commissioners Reilly, Goetcheus, Imkamp, Klimkiewicz and Chairman
Thornburgh.
Absent: None.
Also present were City Manager Frank Usher, Associate Planner Sandra Bonner,
Building Official Phil Goggins and Secretary Donna Velotta.
3. HEARINGS
A. The first item on the agenda was a public hearing regarding Tentative Tract t,ap
No. 19203 and the related negative declaration regarding environmental impact,
a request for a 61-unit statutory condominium project on 15.8 acres located at
the northeast corner of Avenida Bermudas and Avenue 52, The Desert Club of La
Quinta, Applicant. This item had been continued from the March 22nd meeting.
Chairman Thornburgh advised all those present that this request would be once
again continued to the next regular meeting of the Planning Commission on
May 10, 1983. He then asked staff if they had anything further to report on
this agenda item.
1. City Manager Frank Usher stated that staff had no further information to
report regarding this request and requested that the Planning Commission
move to continue Tentative Tract Map No. 19203 and the related negative
declaration regarding environmental impact to the next regular meeting
to be held May 10, 1983.
2. Chairman Thornburgh called for a motion to continue this request.
Commissioner Goetcheus moved that this hearing be continued to Tuesday,
May 10, 1983 at 7:00 p.m., a requ]ar meeting of the Planning Commission.
Motion was seconded by Commissioner Reilly. Unanimously adopted.
B. Tne second item on the agenda was a public hearing regarding Conditional Use
Case No. 83-002, a request for an off -site sign advertise g a subdivision 'cc be
located 500 feet north of the intersection of Eisei�o»er Drive and F;ashk,gton
Street, Anden Corooration, A.policant. This item had been continued from the
,larch 22nd meeting.
Cha Iran Thornburgh advised all those present that this request has been with-
dra%an by the applicant.
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MOTES - PLANNING COMAISSION
April 12, 1983
Page Two.
1. Chairman Thornburgh explained that this withdrawal by the Applicant is due
to the Planning Conmissicn's support of joint advertising signs for the
subdivisions in La Quinta. He explained that Michael O'Rourke, Vice
President of Anden Corporation, has stated that he will work with the City
in developing such a sign system.
C. The third itan on the agenda was a public hearing regarding a proposed amendment
to the Municipal Land Use Ordinance No. 348 regarding height and setback require-
ments for walls and fences. This item was continued from the March 22nd meeting.
Chairman Thornburgh called upon staff for their report.
1. Associate Planner Sandra Bonner stated that the current zoning ordinance is
ambiguous about requirements for fences constructed for single family dwellings.
She noted that Riverside County's policy has been to allow 6-foot fences on
property lines. It has been staff's policy since January 1983 to limit the
height of fences in front yards. Ms. Bonner then presented exhibits in the
form of diagrams to demonstrate the reasons for the height limitations in
front yard setbacks and on corner lots. She stated that staff is recommending
that behind the 20-foot setback, the fence height be limited to 3, feet. The
purpose for this front yard restriction is visibility when backing out of a
driveway so that the driver can see other cars and/or pedestrians that may be
moving along the street and also to provide security by providing police and
neighbors a view of the house at all times. Ms. Bonner noted that this was
staff's recacuendation for inside lots.
Associate Planner Bonner went on to discuss corner lots. She stated that it
is hard to be fair with regard to corner lots due to the way the houses are
sited and whatnot. Ms. Bonner stated staff is recarmending the same require-
ments be applied to corner lots. Staff is recommending that a 6-foot fence
be limited to behind the front setback and behind the side setback and that
fencing in any area in the front adjacent to the road be limited to 3, feet.
Again, the concern here is visibility.
Another concern brought up by the Planning Commission and applicants with
regard to fence height limitations and setback requirements were small lot
sizes in the cove area. They felt there should be some variations here
because the 31z foot height limitation within the front yard setback may be
too stringent.
Ms. Bonner then reported a caller's concerns to the Planning Commission as
he was unable to attend this hearing. The caller felt that 6-foot fences
should be allowed on property lines where there were existing 6-foot fences
to either side.
Nis. Bonner then stated tnat staff is recarnending that the Planr,ina Commission
adopt this proposed ordinance at-nendment or amend it accordingly.
Chairman Thornburgh then opened this hearing for public coat t. The
following persons were heard:
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MINVPES - PLANNING CONTLTSSION'
April 12, 1983
Page Three.
* John Bund (John Robert Bund Associates), 54-865 Avenida Alvarado, La Quinta,
presented the Planning Camdssicn and staff with diagrams displaying his
concerns on this subject. He felt that it is very important to people that
they be able to use their entire lot to their advantage. He stated that
fences were required for privacy and safety for those residents with swinTning
pools, etc. He noted that right now in most areas there is an existing paved
12-foot driveway on existing streets and from that paved driveway to the
property line is a residual of 18 feet, which he felt more than adequate for
the City's use. He stated that he had been informed by City Council that the
streets, especially in the cove area were not going to get any wider than
they are presently. Mr. Band stated his point being that if property lines
are 18 feet from the street, he did not see how a 6-foot wall in the front
would harm anyone with regard to visibility.
City Manager Usher stated that reasonably speaking and looking ahead, we
should plan on having a paved roadway width of 40 feet which would provide
for two, 12-foot moving lanes and two, 8-foot wide parking lanes on the
sides of the street. Rhat is done with the remaining 10 foot right of way
on each side is another matter. There may be sidewalks or there may not,
etc. He stated if we do not plan on the 40 foot roadway width, there will
not be a provision for on -street parking which is generally needed in most
R-1, single family lot areas.
Mr. Bund then went on to sav that he felt if we widened the streets, we
would open ourselves to speeders. He felt the streets we have now keep
driving speeds down.
* Paul Morway, 77-395 Calle Durango, La Quinta, agreed with Mr. Bond's cacments
and referred to two letters that he had submitted to the Planning Cotmission
regarding his concerns. Be feels that 6-foot fences should be allowed in
the front yard area. He went on to note that as a newly incorporated City
we are attempting to create laws to protect our community and that the
Commission is attempting to upgrade La Quinta into a more than desirable
area. Therefore, he is hopeful that with the Planning Commission and the
citizens working together this will eventually all fall into place. Mr.
Nrorway feels that a very important factor in determining fencing require-
ments is the way the house is sited on the lot. He stated he has driven all
through the community and counted 204 intersections and 880 corner lots, of
which 589 corner lots are undeveloped. This gives La Quinta a lot of roan
to direct builders and new hone construction so that houses face the right
direction on their lots.
* Bill Greer, Attorney, 9^5= �^iilshire Boulevard, Beverly Hills, CA 90212
asked if fences are to be built inside property lines and to what eaten
chairman Thornburgh advised bar. Green to stop in at the Planning Depar, TP-nr,
office and staff would give him the information required to build a single
family house.
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MDM,ES - PLANNING CaM1ISSI0N
April 12, 1983
Page Four.
* Steve Mannebach, 53-605 Juarez, La ¢iinta, stated he agreed with the
speakers prior to him, but had one note to add. He felt that cars parking
on the street near driveways would also cause a lack of visibility as they
are higher than the 3'-foot fences referred to.
* Janet Denier, 52-215 Madero, La Quinta, addressed the problem of children.
She felt that children would be able to easily climb over a 31�-foot wall.
She felt that a 6-foot wall should be allowed in the front yard in order
to protect children from outside harm.
* Dean Blackford, 77-770 Calle Temecula, La Quinta, Granted to know the current
restrictions for fencing around pools.
There being no further public cmment, Chairman Thornburgh closed the
hearing to the public at 7:55 p.m.
Chairman Thornburgh carmiented that he felt if he owned an inside lot and
owners to either side built 6-foot walls in their side yards all the way to
to the property lines, it would make his 50-foot lot look smaller than it
really was. He felt this to be unfair to lot owners who did not want 6-foot
walls.
Commissioner Goetcheus felt that after speaking and listening to many people
in La Quinta on this subject, the majority of then want 6-foot walls. He
felt that regardless of what the City feels on the aesthetic value, a lot of
people will be disappointed if they cannot build their walls.
Chairman Thornburgh stated that as a Planning Commission it is their job to
do the best thing possible for the co mtunity as a whole. They should look
around at the effects on traffic, neighbors, safety, etc. and keep the
security of all in mind. He felt that the Commission should look at the
possibility of variances for corner lots.
CaTunissioner Reilly stated that after thinking of every aspect (corners,
inside lots, double lots, etc.) because the lots are unusually small, she
feels that there are circumstances that do not apply to larger lots. That
Ding, the right to everyone for privacy and security. She feels that
everyone has the right to use as much of their land as possible. ccrimiSsioner
Reilly would like the Commission to have the right of design review. She
also felt that we should give individuals the right to appeal because of
certain needs. She recomTe1ded that where visibility is a problem, the use
of wrought iron fencing should be considered.
Commissioner Judy Imkar*m stated she eas in favor of allo.aing 6-foot fences
in front yards. She stated she felt sympathy for the property owners of
these small lots and felt the 20-foot setbaci: require::_nt in front yards
was too much. Camassioner 7mkamm stated that we have a unique ca munity
with unique people living in it and they should be a11a.,ed to work with as
much of their lot as possible.
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rJINUTES - PLANNING CCW--ISSION
April 12, 1993
Page Five.
Commissioner John Klimkiewicz stated that he could not vote for something
that would limit people from being allowed to put up 6-foot walls on their
property lines.
After a short discussion regarding the variance procedure, Chairman
Thornburgh called for a motion.
GpmdiLissioner Klimkiewicz made a motion to recommend to the City Council
adoption of the proposed ordinance amendment to allow 6-foot fences or walls
to be built on property lines. Cormissioner Reilly seconded the motion.
Notion to approve was adopted with Commissioners Goetcheus, Klimkiewicz and
Reilly voting aye, and Commissioner Imkamp and Chairman Thornburgh voting
nay-
D. The next item on the agenda was a public hearing regarding a proposed amendment
to section 21.36 of the Municipal Land Use Ordinance No. 348 regarding Home
Occutaations. Chairman Thornburgh called for the report from staff.
1. Associate Planner Bonner noted that staff had no further statements to add
to the staff report submitted to the Planning Cannission on this subject.
She stated that staff recomTended that the Planning Ccnmission recommend to
City Council approval and adoption of the proposed ordinance amendment to
Section 21.36 of the Municipal Land Use Ordinance No. 348 in accordance with
the attached Exhibit "A".
Commissioner Reilly asked if this ordinance, as presented, would cover the
breeding of animials, the parking of buses or other commercial vehicles
overnight.
Associate planner Bonner explained that the breeding of animals is covered
by Animal Control by which they limit the number of animals that can be
allowed in a residential zone. Therefore, in answer to commissioner Reilly's
question, this ordinance amendment does not address this topic as a hone
occupation.
As far as parking commercial vehicles at a residence overnight, this proposed
amendment states in Exhibit "A", Item No. 7, that there shall be no dispatching
of persons or equipment to or from subject property, including the use of
conmercial vehicles which operate to and from the premises. Also, Item No. 8
goes on to say no vehicles or trailers except those normally incidental to
residential use shall be stored or parked on the site.
After a short discussion, Chairman Thornburgh opened this to public c y rne:t.
There being none, he called for a motion.
Co mission=r Reilly Wade a motion to rececend to the City Coancil approval
and adoption of this proposed amendment to Section 21.36 c= the N,unicipal
Land Use Ordinance No. 348 in accordance with the attached Es:hibit "A".
Commmissioner Klimciewicz seconded the motion. Unanimously adopted.
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MINUTES - PLANNING CW•4ISSION
April 12, 1983
Page Six.
E. The fifth item on the agenda was a public hearing regarding a proposed amendment
concerning the temporary use of recreational vehicles and trailers within the
City. Chairman 'Thornburgh called for a report from staff.
1. Associate Planner Sandra Bonner explained that the reason this proposed
amendment is being introduced is due to the fact that more and more people
are bringing in RV's and parking then in their vacant lots and also bringing
then in and parking them in connection with other residences. Our Ordinance
se
currently has no restrictions for this type of RV use. Ms. Bonner expl
that the proposed amendment will provide for the public's health, Y and
general welfare, it will provide standards for the temporary use of recrea-
tional vehicles within the City and will provide effective and equitable
means to enforce the ordinance. Therefore, staff recarmiended that the
Planning Commission recommend approval and adoption of the amendment adding
Section 18.411 "Recreational Vehicle, Temporary Use", to the Municipal Land
Use Ordinance No. 348, in accordance with the attached Exhibit "A".
After a short discussion regarding the contents of the proposed amendment,
the L'arrassicn requested that Item a.l, in Exhibit "A" be added to as follows:
a.1. This temporary accessory use is permitted only on a residentially
zoned lot with an existing occupied dwelling or dwelling under
construction.
Chairman Thornburgh opened this item to public comment. There being none,
he called for a motion.
Commissioner Imkamp made a nation that the Planning Commission recarmend to
City Council approval and adoption of the amendment adding Section 18.41,
"Recreational Vehicle, Temporary Use", to the Municipal Land Use Ordinance
No. 348 in accordance with the attached Exhibit "A". Commissioner Klimkiewicz
seconded the motion. Unanimously adopted-
F. The next item on the agenda was a public hearing regarding Tentative Tract Map
No. 18766, a request to divide a 15.5+ acre parcel into three lots for the
purpose of constructing 32 statutory condominiums, Landmark Land Conpany,
Applicant. Chairman Thornburgh called for the report from staff.
1. Associate Planner Sandra Bonner explained that the applicant has requested
this hearing be continued to the regular Planning CaTmission meeting of
November 8, 1983, when seasonal residents have returned for their winter
stay. Ms. Bonner explained that this request will be readvertised at the
appropriate time for the November 8th meeting.
4. CONSENT CALF DAR
Moved by Commissioner Reilly, seconded by Commissioner Goetc eus to adopt the
Consent Calendar, approving t_he unutes of P-larch 22, 1983 as su'anitted.
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MIIVUTES - PLANNING COMISSIGN
April 12, 1983
Page Seven.
A. The minutes of the regular meeting of March 22, 1983 were approved as submitted.
Unanimously adopted.
5. BUSINESS
A. Chairman Thornburgh explained the first agenda item under new business was a
review of Plot Plan No. 83-010, a request to construct a single family house
on a lot located on the west side of Avenida Morales south of Calle Sinaloa,
Nick Slowik of Silkwood Homes, Applicant. He then requested staff's report.
1. Associate Planner Bonner stated that the house is consistent with the City's
adopted standards, that it is ccrrpatible with surrounding development and
that it will not adversely affect the environment. Staff was therefore
recornending that the Planning Commission approve Plot Plan No. 83-010 as
shown on the Exhibits and in accordance with attached conditions.
Chairman Thornburgh then invited carmTents from the applicant.
Bill Green, Attorney, 9454 Wilshire Boulevard, Beverly Hills, CA, spokesman
for Silkwood Homes, asked about the cost of the bond required for curb and
gutter.
Associate Planner Bonner advised Mr. Green that it is $1,000 (face amount)
for 50 feet.
Chairman Thornburgh then opened the hearing to public corruneint. There being
none, he closed the public hearing and called for a motion.
2. Chairman Thornburgh made a motion to approve Plot Plan No. 83-010 in
accordance with Exhibits and attached conditions. Commissioner Goetcheus
seconded the motion. Unanimously adopted.
B. Chairman Thornburgh explained the next agenda item under new business was a
review of Plot Plan No. 83-011, a request to construct a single family house
on the east side of Avenida Obregon south of Avenida Montezuma, Nick Slowik
Of Silkwood Hones, Applicant. He then requested staff's report.
1. Associate Planner Bonner stated that the house is consistent with the City's
adopted standards, that it is compatible with surrounding development and
that it will not adversely affect the environment. Staff was therefore
recommending that the Planning Commission approve Plot Plan No. 83-011 as
shown on the Exhibits and in accordance with attached conditions.
In view of t1 e fact that this house is the same plan as the prior request
from Silkwood Homes, Chairman Tiornburgh called for a motion.
2. Chairman Thornburgh made a motion to approve Plot Plan No. 83-011 in
accordance with Exhibits and attached conditions. Comissioner Klimkiewicz
seconded the motion. Unanimously adopted.
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MLv'UFES - PLANNING CCMMISSION
April 12, 1983
Page Eight.
c. Associate Planner Sandra Bonner explained that this item was a report regarding
the Avenue 52 Specific Plan given to the Planning Commission for information
only and therefore no action was necessary.
D. Associate Planner Bonner explained that this item regarding a joint off -site
advertising sign for subdivisions was a background report. She stated that the
Carmission's favorable response to same met with a happy response from Anden
Corporation and Landmark Land Ccm aany.
There being no further items of agenda to cane before the Planning Commission,
Chairman Thornburgh called for a motion to adjourn.
Ccsrmissioner Reilly moved and chairman Thornburgh seconded to adjourn to the next
regular meeting of the Planning Commission to be held on May 10, 1983 at 7:00 p.m.
at La Quinta City Hall, 78-105 Calle Estado, La Quinta, CA.
The regular meeting of the Planning Cammission of the City of La Quinta, CA was
adjourned at 10:10 p.m., April 12, 1983, at La Quinta City Hall, 78-105 Calle Estado,
La Quinta, CA.
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ITEM NO.
DATE
PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING
RE: Y �4
MOTION BY: GOETCHEUS IMKAMP KLIMKIEWICZ EILL
SECOND BY: GOETCHEUS IMKAMP KLIMKIEWICZ REILLY
DISCUSSION:
ROLL CALL VOTE:
CO'•!MI S S IONERS :
GOETCH----
EUS
IMKAMP
KLIMKIEWICZ
REILLY
THORNBURGH
UNANIMOUSLY ADOPTED:
THORNBURGH
THORNBURGH
AYE NO ABSTAIN ABSENT PRESENT
YES
NO
To:
From:
Date:
Subject:
El
MEMORANDUM S, A .
CITY OF LA QUINTA
The Honorable Chairman and Menbers of the Planning Omission
Sandra L. Bonner, Associate Planner ro
May 10, 1983
PLOT PLAN NO. 83-012, a Request by Norval Holmes to Construct a Single
Family House along Avenida Diaz, South of Calle Chillon
That the Planning Cerrmission approve Plot Plan No. 83-012 as shown on the Exhibits,
in accordance with the findings and subject to the attached conditions.
BACKGROUND AND ANALYSIS
The Applicant is requesting approval to construct a single family house on a 100-foot
wide lot located on the west side of Avenida Diaz 150 feet south of Calle Chillon (see
attached _location map). The house will be the Applicant's home.
Siting
The sitting of the house is consistent with the other homes in the area. Although it
will be a larger building than the existing houses, its appearance of size and bulk
will be canpatible. The setbacks are in conformance with the requirements.
Floor Plan
The total floor area of the building is 4,530 square feet. The plan shows 2,880
square feet of livable area, a 1,056-square-foot basement and a 594-square-foot
garage. The basement is intended for storage and will also provide a natural means
for cooling the house.
Regarding the floor plan, the house complies with the City's adopted standards. The
design provides more than the minimum 1,200 square feet of livable area, three bed-
rooms with clear dimensions greater than 10 feet, three full bathrooms and an attached
double -car garage with a connecting door into the house.
Exterior Design.
The building height is 163; feet high, which is below the sa:L= 17-foot height limit
imposed by the zoning. The building will have white stucco exterior walls and a
peaked roof covered with spanish tile. The roof eaves are tw*o-feet wide. This design
is compatible with the surrounding houses wnich have stucco exteriors and peaked roofs.
The types of roofing materials on the existing homes is a mixture of Spanish tile,
gravel or rock and asphalt shingle.
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May 10, 1983
Page Two.
Additional Con¢rents
A detailed landscaping plan will be required prior to the issuance of a building
permit. This plan will indicate the three outdoor water spigots and two trees
which are required.by the City.
Staff has determined that this project is exeupt from the requirements of CEDA and
a Notice of Exemption has been filed.
FINDINGS
1. The request is consistent with the zoning.
2. The design is in compliance with the City's adopted standards.
3. The proposed house is compatible with the surrounding development.
RECC[ )MENDED MOTION
Based upon the findings, the Planning Coc¢nission recai=ds approval of Plot Plan
No. 83-012 in accordance with the Exhibits A, B and C and subject to the attached
conditions.
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STAFF REpOpT - PLA%NING CCDIMTSSION
May 10, 1983
Page Three.
This approval is subject to the following conditions:
1. The development of the site shall be in conformance with the Exhibits A, B and C
contained in the file for Plot Plan No. 83-012, unless otherwise amended by the
following conditions.
2. The approved plot plan shall be used within two years of the approval date;
otherwise, it shall become null and void and of no effect whatsoever. By "use"
is meant the beginning of substantial construction, not including grading, con-
templated by this approval which is begun within the two-year period and is
thereafter diligently pursued to completion.
3. Water and sewage disposal facilities shall be installed in accordance with the
requirements of the Riverside County Health Department.
4. Fire protection shall be provided in accordance with the standards of the Uniform
Fire Code as adopted by the City of La Quinta.
5. Prior to the issuance of a building permit, the Applicant shall submit and have
approved a detailed landscape plan for the front yard showing the species, size,
location and apaLing of all planting materials, including a minimum of two
15-gallon street tree?* The plan shall indicate the irrigation system (if proposed)
and -the location of the required three (3) outdoor water spigots. All trees and
plants shall be maintained in viable condition for the life of the approved use.
6. The Applicant will be required to post a cash bond, performance bond or other
financial arrangement acceptable to the City Attorney and City Engineer with the
City Community Development Department for the installation of the required street
improvements along Avenida Diaz, including curb, gutter and connecting pavement.
The amount of this bond shall be $2,000, which shall be submitted to and accepted
by the City of La Quinta Community Development Director and City Manager prior to
the issuance of a building permit.
7. The heating and cooling mechanical equipment shall be ground mounted.
8. Refuse containers and bottled gas containers shall be concealed by fencing or
landscaping.
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REILLY
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KLIMKIEWICZ
ILLY
THORNBURGH
DISCUSSION:
ROLL CALL VOTE:
CoP,24TSSIONERS: AYE NO ABSTAIN ABSENT PRESENT
GOETCHEUS —
IMKAMP —
KLIMKIEWICZ —
REILLY —
THORNBURGH —
UNANIMOUSLY ADOPTED: YES
NO
MEMORANDUM
CITY OF LA QUINTA
To: The Honorable Chairman and Members of the Planning Ccrrmission X
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From: Sandra L. Bonner, Associate Planner
Date: May 10, 1983
Subject: PLOT PLAN NO. 83-013, a Request by Brian Cullen to Construct a Single
Family House on the West Side of Avenida Navarro, North of Calle Arroba
RECCM,1ENDATION
That the Planning Comission approve Plot Plan No. 83-013 as shown on the Exhibits,
in accordance with the findings and subject to the attached conditions.
BACKGROUND AND ANALYSIS
The Applicant is proposing to construct a single family house on a 50-foot-wide lot
located on the west side of Avenida Navarro, 150 feet north of Calle Arroba (see
attached location map). The house will be the Applicant's hone.
siting
The siting of the house is consistent with the other homes in the area and is in
compliance with the setback requireirents. The hone will have the same general
appearance of size and bulk as the surrounding houses.
Floor Plan
The floor plan of the house complies with the City's adopted standards and the zoning
requirements. The 1,444 square feet of livable area exceeds the 1,200 square foot
minimum requirement of the zoning. The design includes three bedrooms with clear
ditrensions greater than 10 feet, two full bathrooms and an attached double -car garage
with a connecting door into the house.
Exterior Design
The house will have stucco walls and a peaked roof covered with spanish tile. Tiie
roof eaves are 18 inches in accordance with tine standards. The height of the house
from the ground is 15i feet, below the maximum 1i-foot height limit of the zoning.
The garage will have stucco walls and a slanted roof scre_ned by parapets. A sun
deck will be built on top of this roof; the stairs %%ill be inside the garage. The
height of the garage from grade is 121-, feet. The exterior design and the stucco
walls will be consistent �•iith the existing hones in the area. Although the adjacent
homes all have roofs covered with rock or gravel, the proposed the would be compatible.
STAFF REPORT - PIANNINC CON1MISSION
May 10, 1983
Page Two.
Additional Comments
A detailed landscaping plan will be required prior to the issuance of a building
permit. This plan will indicate the three outdoor water spigots and two trees which
are required by the City.
Staff has determined that this project is exempt from the requirements of CEQA and a
Notice of Exemption has been filed.
FINDINCS
1. The request is in compliance with the zoning and development standards..
2. The proposed house is compatible with the surrounding development.
RECCMAE NDED MOTION
Based upon the findings, the Planning Commission recoTends approval of Plot Plan
No. 83-013 in accordance with Exhibits A, B and C and subject to the attached
conditions.
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ST.7vFF REPORT - PLANNING CON]MISSION
May 10, 1983
Page Three.
This approval is subject to the following conditions:
1. The develoament of the site shall be in conformance with the Exhibits A, B and
C contained in the file for Plot Plan No. 83-013, unless otherwise amended by
the following conditions.
2. The approved plot plan shall be used within two years of the approval date;
otherwise, it shall became null and void and of no effect whatsoever. By "use"
is meant the beginning of substantial construction, not including grading,
conte plated by this approval which is begun with the two-year period and is
thereafter diligently pursued to completion.
3. Water and sewage disposal facilities shall be installed in accordance with the
requirements of the Riverside County Health Department.
4. Fire protection shall be provided in accordance with the standards of the
Uniform Fire Code as adopted by the City of La Quinta.
5. Prior to the issuance of a building permit, the Applicant shall submit and have
approved a detailed landscape plan for the front yard showing the species, size,
location and spacing of all planting materials, including a minJJMM of two
15-gallon street trees. The plan shall indicate the irrigation system (if proposed)
and the location of the required three (3) outdoor water spigots. All trees and
plants shall be maintained in viable condition for the life of the approved use.
6. The Applicant will be required to post a cash bond, performance bond or other
financial arrangement acceptable to the City Attorney and City Engineer with
the City Community DevelopKTent Department for the installation of the required
street improvements along Avenida Navarro, including curb, gutter and connecting
pavement. The amount of this bond shall be $1,000, which shall be submitted to
and accepted by the City of Ia Quinta Community Develognent Director and City
Manager prior to the issuance of a building permit.
7. The heating and cooling mechanical equipment shall be ground mounted.
8. Refuse containers, bottled gas container and air-conditioning unit shall be
concealed by fencing or landscaping.
9. Prior to the issuance of a building permit, the Applicant shall obtain clearances
and/or permits from the following agencies:
* Riverside County Health Department
* City Fire 1,7arshall
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MEMORANDUM
CITY OF LA QUINTA
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5. C.
To: The Honorable Chairman and Members of the Planning Commission
From: Sandra L. Bonner, Associate Planner
Date: May 10, 1983
Subject: EXTENSION OF TIME IN WHICH TO FILE A FINAL MAP FOR TENTATIVE TRACT MAP
NO. 14496, ANDEN CORPORATION, APPLICANT
RECOnM=ATION
That the Planning Commission recommend to the City Council approval of a one-year
extension of time it). which to file a final map for Tentative Tract Map No. 14496
to Mav 20, 1984.
Background
The Applicant, Anden Corporation, is requesting a third one-year extension of time in
which to file the final map for Tentative Tract Map No. 14496 (Santa Rosa Cove). The
Applicant has previously filed final maps on three (3) of the seven (7) tract phases.
If this extension is approved, the Applicant will have until May 20, 1984 to file maps
on the remaining phases.
The request is consistent with the Municipal Land Division Ordinance, which allows the
City to approve a one-year extension of time. It is also in compliance with State law
which provides for five years from date of original approval to file a final subdivision
map .
Findings
1. The Applicant has made substantial progress in complying with the requirements
of approval necessary to file the final subdivision maps.
2. The request is in compliance with the Municipal Land Division Ordinance and
State law.
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ITEM NO. rr
DATE S %® - Ci 3
PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING
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MOTION BY: GOETCHEUS IMKAMP KLIMKIEWICZ REILLY THORNBURGH
SECOND BY: GOETCHEUS IMKAMP KLIMKIEWICZ EILLY THORNBURGH
DISCUSSION:
ROLL CALL VOTE:
COMMISSIONERS:
AYE
NO ABSTAIN ABSENT PRESENT
GOETCHEUS
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IMKAMP
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KLIMKIEWICZ
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REILLY
THORNBURGH
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UNANIMOUSLY ADOPTED:
YES
NO
MEMORANDUM
CITY OF LA QUINTA
To: The Honorable Chairman and Members of the Planning Ccnrdssion
From: Sandra L. Bonner, Associate Planner
Date: May 10, 1983
Subject: PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO THE MUNICIPAL LAND USE ORDINANCE NO. 348 REGARDING
THE TEMPORARY USE OF RECREATIONAL VEHICLES AND TRATfFRS WITHIN THE CITY.
RECOMMENDATION
That the Planning Conmission report to the City Council that it supports the change
in Section 18.41 (a) (5) allowing up to 45 days total for any recreation vehicle
used for temoorary habitation to remain at a residence.
At their April 19, 1982 meeting, the City Council reviewed the proposed ordinance
amendment approved by the Commission which would permit the temporary habitation of
recreational vehicles in residential zones (see attached Exhibit A). The Council
amended Section 18.41 (a) (5) to increase the total time any recreation vehicle could
remain at a residence from two (2), two -week periods, or portions thereof, to a total
of 45 days, with any single visit not to exceed two (2) weeks.
The Council amended this section in order to make the ordinance rrore equitable for the
resident. As previously written, this section allowed a resident only two permits
(or two visits by people with recreational vehicles) per twelve-mnth period. The
Council determined that this was too restrictive and thus would encourage residents
not to comply with the ordinance. The Council concluded that the change to 45 days
total would be consistent with the intent of the ordinance while still being fair to
the resident.
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ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
LA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE CITY'S ZONING
ORDINANCE BY ADDING THERETO REGULATIONS RELATING
TO HABITATION OF RECREATIONAL VEHICLES IN RESIDENTIAL
ZONES.
The city council of the City of La Quinta, California, does
ordain as follows:
SECTION 1. Riverside County Ordinance No. 348 (which was
adopted by reference by this city council by Ordinance No. 5,
operative August 29, 1982) hereby is amended by adding thereto
a new section, to be numbered SECTION 18.41, and reading as
follows:
SECTION 18.41. RECREATIONAL VEHICLE, TEMPORARY USE.
Except when in a validly established recreational vehicle park,
recreational vehicles may be used for temporary habitation on
residentially zoned property only in accordance with the following
subsections. A recreational vehicle is defined as any vehicle
designed and used for temporary habitation, including motor coaches,
travel trailers and camper shells.
(a) Requirements.
(1) This temporary accessory use is permitted
only on a residentially zoned lot with an
existing occupied dwelling, provided that
the Director of Community Development may
issue a special permit to use an RV vehicle
at a construction site for supervisory or
guard personnel where it is determined such
use would not adversely affect surrounding
areas.
(2) The recreational vehicle shall not be used
as either a primary or accessory dwelling
by the resident or owner of the lot on which
it is parked.
(3) The vehicle shall be parked out of the public
right of way on the driveway or in the side-
vard of the dwelling.
(4) The vehicle must be self-contained; no water,
sewer or electrical connections are permitted.
The operation of electric generators is not
permittedi.
(5) A recreational vehicle may remain on a property
a maximum period of fourteen (14) consecutive
days, with the total time any recreational
vehicle may remain at a residence not to exceed
forty-five (45) days within anv twelve-month
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ORDINANCE NO.
(6) Only one (1) recreational vehicle used for
temporary habitation is permitted at any one
time.
(7) The use shall comply with all additional
conditions reasonably required by the City
to protect the public's health, safety and
general welfare.
(8) The residents of the dwelling located on
the parcel where the recreational vehicle
is parked shall be responsible for ensuring
compliance of the vehicle with the require-
ments of subsections (a) and (b) and shall
be subject to any and all enforcement actions
by the City for violations of municipal
ordinances and codes relating to such
recreational vehicle use.
(b) Permit Procedure.
(1) Application. Prior to moving the vehicle
onto the site, the owner of the property or
the vehicle shall obtain a "temporary use
license from the City Department of Community
Development. The application shall include
the following information.
a. Address of dwelling where vehicle will
park.
b. Name and address of vehicle owner/user.
C. Number of persons habitating vehicle.
d. Authorization of resident and/or property
owner permitting the temporary use.
e. Description (make, model, year and color)
and license number of vehicle.
f. Location on the lot where vehicle will
park.
(2) Permit. After review of the application by
the appropriate City Staff, a permit may be
granted for a period not to exceed fourteen
(14) consecutive days. False, fraudulent
or misleading information on the• application
is grounds for denial. The permit shall be
displayed in open view on the vehicle.
(3) Fees. A nonrefundable fee of ten dollars
($10.00) is required at the time of
application. 04;
ORDINANCE NO.
(4) Revocation of Permit. A permit can be
revoked if it is determined by the City
that the use as conducted is creating a
nuisance or in violation of the Municipal
codes. The vehicle shall be removed from
the premises within twenty-four (24) hours
of issuance of the notice of revocation.
(5) Enforcement. The vehicle shall cease being
used for temporary habitation and be removed
from the property upon expiration or revocation
of the permit, otherwise it shall be in viola-
tion of this ordinance. Every day that a
violation continues to exist, shall be deemed
a separate violation subject to criminal
prosecution or other appropriate legal action.
SECTION 2. EFFECTIVE DATE. This Ordinance shall be in full
force and effect thirty (30) days after passage.
SECTION 3. POSTING. The City Clerk shall within 15 days after
passage of this ordinance, cause it to be posted in at least the 3
public places designated by resolution of the City Council; shall
certify to the adoption and posting of this ordinance; and shall
cause this ordinance and its certification, together with proof of
posting, to be entered in the book of ordinances of this City.
The foregoing ordinance was
of the City Council held on this
by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ATTEST:
CITY CLERK
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
approved and adopted at a meeting
day of 1983,
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APPROVED AS TO CONTENT:
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