1984 11 13 PCAGENDA
PLANNING C=4ISSION - CITY OF LA QUINPA
A Regular Meeting to be held at the La
Quinta City Hall, 78-105 Calle Estado,
La Quinta, California
November 13, 1984 7:00 p.m.
1. CALL TO ORDER
A. Flag Salute
2. ROLL CALL
3. HEARINGS
A. Tentative Tract Map No. 18765, Revised No. 1, a request to approve
a revision of a previously approved tentative tract reducing the
dwellings from 108 to 72 units on 19.1 total acres; Landmark Land
Canpany, Applicant.
1. Report from Staff
2. Motion for Adoption
B. Public Use Permit No. 84-04 a request by Desert Sands Unified
School District to construct three (3) schools on a 43± acre site.
1. Report from Staff
2. Notion for Adoption
1. Minutes of the special meeting of October 30, 1984.
5. BUSINESS
A. Extension of Time Request for Tentative Tract Map No. 18765, a request
for approval of a one-year extension of time in which to file the final
map; Landmark Land Company, Applicant.
1. Report from Staff
2. Motion for Adoption
B. General Plan Consistency Review of proposed projects by Coachella Valley
Water District.
1. Report from Staff
2. Notion for Adoption
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C. Plot Plan No. 84-073, a request to construct a single-family dwelling
along the west side of Avenida Navarro, 100' north of Calle Chihuahua;
Michael Head, Applicant.
1. Report from Staff
2. Motion for Adoption
D. Plot Plan No. 84-075, a request to construct a single-family dwelling
along the east side of Avenida Madero, 100' north of Calle Temecula;
Rick Johnson Construction, Applicant.
1. Report from Staff
2. Motion for Adoption
E. Plot Plan No. 84-076, a request to construct a single-family dwelling
along the west side of Avenida Ramirez, 250' south of Calle Monterey;
Rick Johnson Construction, Applicant.
1. Report from Staff
2. Motion for Adoption
F. Plot Plan No. 84-077, a request to construct a single-family dwelling
along the east side of Avenida Martinez, 250' south of Calle Monterey;
Rick Johnson Construction, Applicant.
1. Report from Staff
2. Motion for Adoption
G. plot Plan No. 84-019% a request to construct a single-family dwelling
along the west side of Avenida Madero, 160' south of Calle Madrid;
Tom Baker, Applicant.
1., Report from Staff
2. Motion for Adoption
H. Plot Plan No. 84-079, a request to construct a single-family dwelling
along the west side of Eisenhower Drive, 50' south of Calle Monterey;
Frank Roberts, Applicant.
1. Report from Staff
2. Motion for Adoption
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I. Plot Plan No. 84-081, a request to construct a single-family dwelling
along the west side of Eisenhower Drive, 200' south of Calle Hidalgo;
Desert Design and DevelcFnent, Applicant.
1. Report fran Staff
2. Motion for Adoption
J. Plot Plan No. 84-083, a request to construct a single-family dwelling
along the south side of Calle Monterey, 60' west of Avenida Madero;
Stuart Wood, Applicant.
1.1, Report from Staff
2. Motion for Adoption
A. Review of revised site plan for Tentative Tract Map No. 20016,
Amended No. 1.
7. ADJOUR ZIENT
ITEM NO. /i �/. /•/
DATE
PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING
RE:
MOTION BY: GOETCHEUS NTALL KLIMKIEWICZ THORNBURGH
/ SECOND BY: GOETCHEUS YVILLING KLIMKIEWICZ THORNBURGH�
DISCUSSION:
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MEMORANDUM
CITY OF LA QUINTA
To: The Honorable Chairman and Members of the Planning Commission
From: Cmirunity Development Department
Date: November 13, 1984
Subject: TE[=IVE TRACT MAP NO. 18765, REVISION NO. 1, "LA QUINPA TENNIS
vTT,TAR°
Location: South Side of Avenida Fernando Between Calle Mazatlan and Avenida
Obregon
Applicant: Landmark Lard Company
Request: Approve a revision to an approved tentative tract map, reducing the
number of dwelling units from 108 to 72 and increasing the number of
tennis courts from 21 to 36.
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1. General Plan
a. Site: Specific Plan No. 121-E Revised, designated as tennis club and
condominiums with a maximum of 200 dwellings.
b. Surrounding Area: Specific Plan No. 121-E Revised, designates areas to
north, south and west as condaninium and golf course, and area to east
as hotel expansion; Low Density Residential (3-5 dwellings/acre) on
approximately 1 - 2 acres (not a part of the specific plan) to south.
2. Zoning
a. Site: R-3 (General Residential)
b. Surrounding Area: R-3* to east; R-l* and R-2-10,000 to south; R-2-8000
to west; R-1 and R-2-8000 to north.
3. Existing Conditions
As shown on Exhibit "A", Phase One with 23 condominiums and the tennis club
with 19 courts, clubhouse and swimming pool have been constructed.
Access to the site will be from Avenida Fernando, and Calle Mazatlan, which
are fully improved 36-foot wide streets with curb and gutter, and Avenida
obregor which is paved with no curb and gutter. All these streets are private.
Both Avenida Fernando and Calle Mazatlan are also secondary access roads to
the adjacent Santa Rosa Cove development.
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November 13, 1984
Page 2.
Water, sewer, gas, electric and telephone services have been extended to the
site.
4. Envi.raxrental Assessment
Environmental Impact Report No. 41 was previously certified with the approval
of Specific Plan No. 121-E by the Riverside County Board of Supervisors in
April, 1975. Based upon this EIR, Environmental Assessment No. lb626 was
adopted with the approval of the revised specific plan by Riverside County in
1982. Regarding Tentative Tract Map No. 18765, Environmental Assessment No.
16485 was prepared by Riverside County Planning Department and the Negative
Declaration was adopted by the La Quinta City Council in conjunction with the
approval of the tentative tract map on November 2, 1982.
Staff has reviewed the environmental assessment and has determined that the
information and analysis are accurate and up to date. The major impacts
identified were the cimailative traffic impacts on streets and the impact on
local schools.
5. Project Description
The Applicant is requesting the revision to allow for the construction of
additional cots at La Quinta Tennis Club, which is a portion of this develop-
ment. Although the overall size of the site will remain at 19.1 acres, the
following changes from the previously approved plan are proposed:
° Increase the total number of tennis courts from 21 to 36.
° Reduce the total number of dwelling units from 108 to 72.
• Reduce the number of residential buildings from 56 to 33.
° change the building plans from all single and duplex
structures to single, duplex, triplex and fourplex
structures.
° Change the driveway locations and designs to accommodate
the change in building locations.
All the units are two stories. The dwelling sizes are as follows:
° Unit A - 1340 Square Feet
° Unit B - Not to be constructed in the new phases
° Unit C - 1632 Square Feet
o Unit D - 1736 Square Feet
° Urit E - 1931 Square Feet
The smallest unit size has been raised from the 1130 square feet built in Phase
One, to 1340 square feet. The general architecture of the building is Spanish
style with stucco siding and peak roofs covered with tile.
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November 13, 19B4
Page 3.
6. Comments Received Fran Other Agencies
a. City Engineer: No additional public works requirements beyond those
constructed or shown on approved plans, excepting that Avenida Obregon
shall be fully improved as a 32' street with curb and gutter. Revised
grading, street, sewer and water plans shall be submitted for review and
approval.
b. City Fire Marshal: Provide multi -family fire protection in accordance with
the provisions of Municipal Ordinance No. 546 as follows:
(1) Install a water system capable of providing a potential fire flaw
of. 2500 GPM and the actual fire flow available from any one hydrant
shall be 1500 GPM for a 2-hair duration in addition to domestic or
other supply. The carputation shall be based upon a minimum of 20
psi residual operating pressure in the supply main fran which the
flow is measured at the time of neas rement.
(2) Install Riverside County Super fire hydrants located at 330 foot
intervals along street frontage beginning at intersections.
(a) Exterior surfaces of hydrant barrels and heads shall be
painted chrome yellow, and the tops and nozzle caps shall
be painted green.
(b) Curbs shall be painted red 15 feet in either direction fran
each hydrant.
(3) Prior to recordation of the final map, the developer shall furnish the
original and two copies of the water system plan to the Riverside County
Fire Department for review.
(4) The water system plan shall be signed by a registered civil engineer
and approved by the water company with the following certification.
"I certify that the design of the water system in Tract No. 18765 is
in accordance with the requirements prescribed by the Riverside County
Fire Department." Upon approval, the original plan will be returned to
the developer.
c. Coachella Valley Water District: The area is protected from stonrtwater flows
except in rare instances. The District will furnish domestic water and
sanitary sewer service.
d. Desert Sands Unified School District: Require the developer to pay school
mitigation fees as per the City's adopted ordinance.
e. Southern California Gas Company: No oamment.
f. Comments were requested, but not received from Riverside County Health
Department, Imperial Irrigation District, General Telephone, La Quints
Chamber of commerce and La Quints Tennis Club Villas Homeowners Association.
7. Other Related Cases For Action
The Applicant has requested a one-year extension of time in which to record the
final nap. If approved, the tentative map will expire on Noveber 2, 1985.
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November 130 1984
Page 4.
STAFF COMENTS AND ANALYSIS
'lice proposal is in compliance with Specific Plan No. 121-E Revised, which allows a
tennis club and a maximum of 200 condominium units. Since the revision to 72 units
is a substantial reduction from the previously approved units under both the specific
plan and tentative tract nap, the proposed overall density of 7.9 units per acre
should be compatible with adjacent planned and existing development.
Regarding compliance with the City's standards for planned residential developments,
the proposed siting of the buildings complies with the setback requirements for 10-foot
rear and 5-foot sideyard setbacks from lot and property lines. The buildings having
direct access onto the perimeter streets are set back a nuxu m,m of 20 feet as per City
policy. Since the cul-de-sacs are essentially private group driveways, no minumun
building setback is required. The separation between the two-story buildings is equal
to or exceeds the minumnn 15-foot requirement.
concerning streets and parking improvements, the private streets leading to and adjacent
to the site are adequate to handle the anticipated traffic generated by both this
project and the adjacent planned and existent developments, provided that Avenida
Obregon is improved to City standards as per the conditions of approval. Concerning
on -site vehicular circulation (which is essentially only driveways with no through
traffic), the driveways have the minimum allowable width of 24 feet. Where these
roads are longer than 150 feet, turnarounds are provided as required. Tb better
provide for fire vehicle turnaround, the squared -off cul-de-sacs will be slightly
modified as per the Fire Marshal's requirements. The conditions of approval require
that on -street parking be restricted to ensure a nunumun 24-foot wide fire lane.
Adequate guest parking will be provided by the proposed off-street parking spaces,
the club parking lot and along the perimeter private streets.
Recreation facilities will include three swimming pools, one of which is a large
pool located adjacent to the clubhouse, and the tennis club. In addition to the
residents of this project, the tennis club can be used by residents of Santa Rosa
Cove, La Quinta Hotel guests and limited outside members. The proposed and existing
recreation facilities are adequate to serve the residents of this project. Approxi-
mately 75% of the site is developed as usable open space.
Concerning other miscellaneous requirements for planned residential developments, no
perimeter wall. around the project is required because the site is located within the
interior of the larger overall La Quinta motel Specific Plan development and is not
adjacent to public streets. Walkways are provided between the dwellings and the
recreation areas as required. No sidewalks are required along the perimeter private
streets.
Regarding the building designs, the livable floor area of the dwellings exceeds the
mininm standards of the City. The average unit size for the overall project is 2692
square feet. All units have double -car attached garages. The exterior design of the
units is the same style as the existing buildings in Phase one and is compatible with
the architectural style of the adjacent La Quinta Hotel and Santa Rosa Cove develop-
ments. The maximnt height of the buildings is 27 feet, which is less than the maximian
50 feet pemmtted by the R-3 Zoning.
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November 13, 1984
Page 5.
Lastly, regarding the environmental impacts, the cumulative traffic impacts of this
project will be adequately mitigated by adherence to the conditions of approval for
the specific plan. The impacts on public schools will be mitigated by requiring the
developer to pay school mitigation fees in accordance with the City's adopted ordinance.
FINDINGS
1. The proposed revision is consistent with the La Quinta General Plan and Specific
Plan No. 121-E, Revised.
2. The project is consistent with the standards of the municipal zoning and land
division ordinances.
3. The subject site is physically suitable for the 72-unit condaninium project and
tennis club with an overall density of 7.9 units per acre.
4. The design of the subdivision and its related improvements are not likely to
cause environmental damage or substantially and avoidably injure fish and wildlife
or their habitat.
5. The design of the subdivision and the type of improvements are not likely to cause
public health problems nor would they conflict with existing public easements.
6. The location and appearance of the proposed dwelling units are compatible with
the area in which the 72-unit, condominium developmnt is located.
7. The proposal to provide approximately 75% of the site as usable open space area
exceeds the minor m requirements for planned residential developments.
8. The project will not have a significant adverse impact on the environment
provided that appropriate ndtigation measures are incorporated into the project
approval.
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Based upon the above findings, the Oommunity Development Department recommends
approval of Tentative Tract Map No. 18765, Revision No. 1.
PREPARED BY:
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Lawrence L. Stevens\\, AICP
Principal Planner CmrLlnity Development Director
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Atch: Conditions
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CCMITICNS - TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO. 18765, REVISION #1
NONJEMBER 13, 1984
General
1. Tentative Tract Map No. 18765, Revision No. 1, shall carply with standards and
requirements of the State Subdivision Map Act and the City of La Quinta Division
Ordinance, unless otherwise modified by the following conditions.
2. This tentative tract map approval shall expire two years after the date of original
approval by the la Quinta City Council (November 2, 1982), unless approved for
extension as provided for by the City of la Quinta Land Division Ordinance.
3. Tract phasing plans (if any), including any proposed phasing of public improve-
ments, shall be submitted to the City Engineer and Community Development
Department for review and approval.
4. Prior to the issuance of a building pe nit for construction of any use contemplated
by this approval, the Applicant shall first obtain permits and/or clearances from
the following public agencies:
° Riverside County Environmental Health Department
° City Engineer
° City Fire Marshal
° Community Development Department, Planning Division
° Desert Sands Unified School District
Evidence of said pernut or clearance from the above agencies shall be presented
to the Building Division at the time of the application for a building permit for
the use contemplated herewith.
Project and Building Design
5. The development of the site and buildings shall comply with approved Eyhibits
A, B and C,, as contained in the Community Development Department's file for
Tentative Tract Map No. 18765, Revision No. 1, and the following conditions,
which conditions shall take precedence in the event of any conflict with the
provisions of the tentative tract map.
6. All mechanical heating and cooling equipment shall be ground mounted or screened
from view by the roof structure from adjoining streets.
Streets, Grading and Drainage
7. The Applicant shall fly with the following requirements of the City Engineer:
a. Avenida Obregon shall be fully iniproved to City Standard (excepting the
installation of sidewalks) with a full width of feet.
b. All driveways and parking spaces shall be constructed to City Standards.
c. Revised grading, sewer and water plans shall be submitted to the City
Engineer for review and approval.
d. The Applicant shall submit the final map to the City Engineer for review
and approval.
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NOVOCER 13, 1984
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8. The Applicant shall comply with the following requirements:
a. A minumun 24-foot-wide, unobstructed travelway on driveways and private
streets shall be maintained at all times.
b. Prior to the issuance of building permits, the Applicant shall submit to
the Community Development Department for review and approval a plan for
the group driveways and private streets, including designation of any
"no parking" areas and the method for identifying them.
c. Prior to the final inspection or the issuance of Certificates of occupancy
for the dwellings, the approved parking control devices shall be installed.
Public Services and Utilities
9. The Applicant shall comply with the requirements of the City Fire Marshal. in
accordance with Municipal Ordinance No. 7 as follows:
a. install a water system capable of providing a potential fire flow of 2500
GPM and the actual fire flow available from any one hydrant(s) shall be
1500 GPM for a 2-hour duration in addition to domestic or other supply.
The commutation shall be based upon a minimum of 20 psi residual operating
pressure in the supply main from which the flaw is measured at the time of
measurement.
b. Install Riverside Canty Super fire hydrants located at 330-foot intervals
along frontage beginning at intersections.
(1) Exterior surfaces of hydrant barrels and heads shall be painted chrome
yellow, and the tops and nozzle caps shall be painted green.
(2) Curbs shall be painted red 15 feet in either direction from each hydrant.
c. Prior to recordation of the final map, the developer shall furnish the
original and two copies of the water system plan to the Riverside County
Fire Department for review.
d. The water system plan shall be signed by a registered civil engineer and
approved by the water company with the following certification. "I certify
that the design of the water system in Tract No. 18765 is in accordance with
the requiremmts prescribed by the Riverside County Fire Department." Upon
approval, the original plan will be returned to the developer.
10. The water and sewage disposal systems shall be installed in accordance with the
rramirements of the City and of Coachella Valley Water District.
11. The Applicant shall provide all necessary easements for public utilities. All
on -site utilities shall be placed underground.
12. The Applicant shall comply with the requirments of ITperial Irrigation District.
a. Prior to issuance of building permits, Applicant shall provide written
clearance to the City Community DevelcFment Department that Dq)erial
Irrigation District can provide service to this development.
CONIDITICNS - TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO. 18765, REVISION #1
NOVEMBER 13, 1984
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13. As mitigation for the impact on the public schools, the Applicant shall ccirply
with the following:
a. Prior to recordation of a final map, the Applicant shall complete
a school impact mitigation agreement with Desert Sands Unified
School District.
b. Prior to the issuance of any building permits for construction of
dwellings, the Applicant shall provide the City Community Development
Department with written clearance from Desert Sands Unified School
District stating that the per -unit impact fees have been paid.
Management
14. Prior to the recordation of the revised final map, the Applicant shall submit
to the Community Development Department for review and approval any changes to
management documents, including but limited to the CC & R's.
Miscellaneous
15. Desert or native plant species and drought -resistant planting materials shall
be incorporated into the landscaping plans for the project and the public street
parkways.
16. The Applicant shall utilize dust control measures in accordance with the Municipal
Code and the Uniform Building Code and subject to the approval of the City Engineer.
17. Applicant understands that the City was incorporated in 1982 and has not yet
enacted a complete policy on exactions on new development to provide municipal
improvement and facilities needed as a result of the cumilative impact of such
new development; and that City is in the process of preparing and enacting such
a policy, which will include uniform fees to be imposed upon new construction
to fund the following public improvements and facilities: fire station, public
safety facility, city hall, park and recreation facilities, schools, drainage
facilities, major thoroughfares and bridges and traffic signalization; that
City expects to enact said fees policy on or about December 31, 1984; Applicant
agrees to pay said fee or fees in the amount and at the time enacted and from
time to time armed by the City. If said fee shall include financing of
permanent or temporary school facilities, Condition No. 13 (school development
fee) shall be deleted.
ITEM NO. �• �,
DATE
PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING
RE:
MOTION BY: GOETCHEUS FiW ING KLIMKIEWICZ THORNBURGH
SECOND BY: OETCHEUS FLUNG KLIMKIEWICZ THORNBURGH
DISCUSSION:
ROLL CALL VOTE:
COP!MISSIONERS: AYE NO ABSTAIN ABSENT PRESENT
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UNANIMOUSLY ADOPTED: YES NO
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MEMORANDUM
CITY OF LA QU1NTA
To: The Honorable Chairman and Members of the Planning Carnaission
From: Community Development Department
Date: November 13, 1984
Subject: PUBLIC USE PERMIT CASE NO. 84-002
Location: Northwest Corner of Avenue 50 and Adams Street Alignment
Applicant: Desert Sands Unified School District
Request: Approval of three (3) schools (K-2, 3-50 6-8) on a 43-acre site.
1. General Plan
a. Site: Very low Density Residential (3 or less dwellings/acre).
b. Surrounding Area: ATO/Figgie Specific Plan and Very Low Density Residential
(3 or less dwellings/acre) to the north and east; Dune La Quinta Specific
Plan and Low Density Residential (3-5 dwellings/acre) to the west; and Duna
la Quinta Specific Plan to the south.
2. Zoning
a. Site: R-1-12,000 and R-2-12,000
b. Surrounding Area: R-1-12,000 and R-2-4800/R-2-9000/R-5 to the north and east;
R-1-12,000 and R-2-7000/R-5 to the south; R-1*++ to the west.
3. Existing Conditions
Site is vacant and is characterized by numerous, relatively law, sand dunes with
shallow blowsand depressions. Me site contains, to a limited extent, native
vegetation and related plants. For the most part, the surrounding parcels are
vacant while the la Quinta Stormwater Evacuation Channel bisects the northwest
corner of the site.
The subject: property has frontage on Avenue 50, which is currently improved as
a two-lane,, paved road, which is designated as a major highway. The right-of-way
for Adams Street is contiguous to the east boundary line of the property, although
it is currently unimproved. A study is currently being made to determine whether
or not Adams Street between Avenues 50 and 52 should be required. It should be
noted that much of the right-of-way has been previously vacated.
Utilities including water, sewer and electricity and telephone are available in
the vicinity of the site or are capable of being extended to the site.
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November 13, 1984
Page 2.
4. Environmental Assessment
The environmental assessment was prepared by Desert Sands Unified School District,
acting as Lead Agency, and indicates that the project will not have a significant
impact on the environment. Factors discussed include the fringe -toed lizard, blow -
sand, traffic, archaeology and conservation.
5. Project Description
The school district is proposing to establish three schools on the 43-acre site.
These are to include a K-2, a 3-5 and a 6-8.
Site plans have been submitted for the first two schools (K-2 and 3-5) with future
plans to be submitted for the 6-8 at a later date. These site plans show the
following uses:
° A 5600-square-foot, Kindergarten building consisting of four classrooms.
° A grouping of four buildings containing 6825, 8775, 9750 (2) square feet
containing 34 classrooms.
° Two, 2000-square-foot administration buildings.
° A multi-purpose/library building containing approximately 6600 square
feet.
• Two, approximately 10,000-square-foot pads designated as future classrooms.
° various recreation facilities including areas designated as hard court
and turfed fields.
° A parking lot containing approximately 121 parking spaces.
Detailed floor plans and exterior building elevations are not currently available.
The Applicant's request is for conceptual, master site plan approval for the
project. It is recognized that additional reviews will be necessary as more
detailed plans beoane available.
The Applicant states that the project is a multi -phased project with the initial
phases involving the K-2 and 3-5 school sites, with construction intended to occur
in the immediate future. Within several years, it is intended to proceed with the
6-8 school site project.
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November 13, 1984
Page 3.
6. Comments Received from Other Agencies
a. City Engineer
Avenue 50 and Adams Street (if added to Circulation Element) half -widths
shall be constructed to City standards with a minimum grade of 0.20% and
a minimum section of 2," of asphaltic concrete pavement on 4" of Class 2
base. A traffic signal may be needed at Avenue 50 and Adams Street if
Adams is required. Submit traffic channelization and striping plans for
Avenue 50 and Adams Street (if required) for approval by City Engineer.
Submit grading and drainage plan for review and approval by City Engineer.
Connect to CVWD facilities for water and sewer service. obtain Fire Marshal
approval.
b. City Fire Marshal
Prior to construction of any of the proposed buildings, the following
conditions must be met pursuant to the provisions of La Quinta City codes
and ordinances:
(1) Provide, or show there exists a water system capable of delivering
2750 GPM fire flow for a two-hour duration. The computation shall be
based upon a minimum of 20 psi residual operating pressure in the supply
main from which the flow is measured at the time of measurement.
(2) Provide Riverside County Super fire hydrants so that no point of any
building is more than 165 feet from a fire hydrant measured along
approved vehicular travel ways.
(a) Hydrants shall not be located closer than 25 feet to any building.
(b) Exterior surfaces of hydrant barrels and heads shall be painted
chrome yellow and the tops and nozzle caps shall be painted green.
(c) Curbs (if installed) shall be painted red, 15 feet in either
direction from each hydrant.
(3) Prior to issuance of a building permit, the developer shall furnish
the water system plan to the Riverside County Fire Department for
review. The water system plan shall be signed by a registered civil
engineer and approved by the water company, with the following certi-
fication: "I certify that the design of the water system in Public
Use Permit No. 84-002 is in accordance with the requirements prescribed
by the Riverside County Fire Department."
(4) Provide paved fire lanes of minimum, 20' width running north -south on
west sides of complex connecting the school parking area and Avenue 50
so that no portion of any building is more than 150' from an approved
vehicular travel way.
c. Coachella Valley Water District
'Ibis area is protected from stornaaater flows by the Coachella Valley Stormwater
Channel and may be considered safe from stormwater flows except in rare instances.
The District will furnish domestic water and sanitation service to this area in
accordance with the current regulations of this District.
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November 13, 1984
Page 4.
d. General Telephone
School will be served from south of Avenue 50. No problems are evident
at this time.
e. Comments were requested, but not received fron Riverside County Health
Department, Imperial Irrigation District, Southern California Gas Company,
and the La Quinta Chamber of Commerce.
STAFF COMMENTS AND ANALYSIS
At the outset, it is important to understand that since the school district functions
as a separate governmental entity, that the strict application of the City's zoning
authority over the school district is somewhat limited. The district has been parti-
cularly cooperative in working with the City in the review of this project and both
agencies look forward to continued cooperation as future details and final design are
resolved. It should, however, be noted that as the district goes through its particular
processes with the State agencies involved in funding and review of this project, that
it may be necessary to take a flexible view regarding a number of the conditions that
are proposed. Wile I do not anticipate any major disagreements on issues related to
the conditions, based on conversation with district staff, it is nevertheless important
to understand that the conditions serve to get the City's position relative to design
on the record at an early stage.
The site itself is located within the area covered by the proposed Coachella Valley
Fringe -toed Lizard Plan and it is designated as part of the historical habitat of that
endangered species. The draft plan, however, exempts public agencies from contributing
to the fee program and, as a result, no mitigation relative to the fringe -toed lizard
will be necessary in conjunction with this project. The site is also being reviewed
for archaeological. considerations. There have been surveys in the past and it does not
appear that there will be any significant constraints on the site with regard to the
archaeological issues. As final survey information is provided, this issue can be
resolved.
Plans submitted for the project show Adams along the eastern boundary of the site. As
you are aware, the issue of Adams Street has been significantly debated in conjunction
with The (rove Specific Plan and that debate continues before the City Council. The
conditions prepared require improvements to Adams only if added to the Circulation
Element. In the event that Adams is not added to the Circulation Element, that area
shown as future Adam Street will essentially be developed as a private driveway and
to those standards. It should be further noted that the district has gone on record
as opposing Adams Street because of potential, detrimental traffic effects upon the
school.
It should be noted as part of The Grove Specific Plan, partially because of the anti-
cipation of the school site, that the 10-acre community park is being considered
immediately east of this site. If that condition remains in The Grove Specific Plan,
there are advantages to coordinating facilities between school use and the park use.
For example, common parking area can be developed thereby reducing costs for both
agencies and their site development. It may also be possible to design the locations
of facilities to facilitate joint use. These considerations will be evaluated further
down the road while the final site designs are being prepared.
STAFF REPORT - PLANNING OCMnSSION
Novenber 13, 1984
Page 4.A.
The proposed parking area does not make adequate provision for either bus loading and
unloading or for passenger vehicle drop-off. Because the number of spaces seems
excessive for the use, we believe there is sufficient flexibility on the site to make
adjustments for this loading and unloading. You should note that provision has been
made to prohibit loading and unloading along Avenue 50. It seems that this is a
particularly important characteristic of the site design because the Avenue 50 location
selected by the district would seem to encourage a high amount of vehicular traffic
from parents dropping off and picking up their school children since the site will not
be easily reached through pedestrian traffic.
Conditions of approval note the need for future review of building design, building
height, streetscape and the 6-8 school site. In essence, this approval should be
perceived as a master plan approval designating the site for school use. As previously
noted, it is expected that these additional reviews will occur in the same cooperative
fashion as has been the case to date on this project.
STAFF REPORT - PLANNING C 44ISSICN
November 13, 1984
Page 5.
CCNCS,USICNS
1. The proposed schools are consistent with the R-1 Zoning and the goals and
policies of the La Winta General Plan.
2. The proposed school uses will be compatible with existing and future Low and
Very Low Density Residential projects within the surrounding area.
3. The site is physically suitable for the proposed development. All necessary
utilities are currently available or will be extended to the site. The entire
project will be connected to the CVWD sanitary sewer system.
4. The environmental assessment, prepared by Desert Sands Unified School District,
indicates that construction of the school projects will result in a decrease in
the habitat area of the fringe -hoed lizard, an incremental increase in traffic,
and an incremental demand for City services. Mitigation will be provided by
the conditions of approval.
5. The recommended circulation and parking plan will adequately handle the project's
anticipated traffic flow safely and efficiently and will also provide adequate
emergency vehicle access.
6. The design of the all school buildings and related facilities will be reviewed
to ensure design consistency and compatibility with surrounding development.
FINDINGS
1. The design and improvement of the proposed school projects are consistent with
the goals and objectives of the La Quinta General Plan.
2. The project is consistent with the standards of the municipal zoning ordinance.
3. The site is physically suitable for the proposed development.
4. The site design and appearance of the proposed school projects are compatible
with the surrounding area.
5. The designs of the project and the improvements are not likely to cause public
health problems nor would they conflict with existing public easements.
6. The project will not be detrimental to the health, safety or general welfare
of the ccmTLu+ity.
7. The design of the school and its related improvements are riot likely to cause
enviromrental damage or substantially and avoidably injure wildlife on their
habitat provided that the developer complies with the approval conditions.
Therefore, the project will not have a significant adverse impact on the
environment.
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STAFF REPORT - PLANNING CavIISSION
November 13, 1984
Page 6.
Based upon the above findings, the Cm comity Development Department recanmends
approval of Public Use Permit Case No. 84-002, subject to the attached conditions.
PREPAPED BY:
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Lawrence L. Stevens, AICP
Cmmmnity Development Director
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CONDITICNS - PUBLIC USE PERMIT CASE NO. 84-002
NMWSER 13, 1984
General
1. The developmnt of the site and buildings shall omply with approved Exhibit A
as contained in the Cmmunity Development Department's file for Public Use Permit
Case No. 84-002 and the following conditions, which conditions shall take precedence
in the event of any conflict with the provisions of the public use case.
2. Public Use Permit Case No. 84-002 shall comply with the standards and recu »rents
of the La Quinta lad Use Ordinance unless otherwise modified by the following
conditions.
3. This approval shall be used within two (2) years after final proceedings before
the La Quinta City Council; otherwise, it shall becare null and void and of no
effect whatsoever. The tern "use" shall mean the beginning of substantial
construction of permanent buildings (not including grading) authorized by this
permit, which construction shall thereafter be pursued diligently to completion.
Prior to expiration of the permit, the Applicant may apply to the Camnnity
Development Department for an extension of tare in which to use the permit, with
the total time not to exceed a period of three (3) years.
4. Construction of the future buildings and facilities authorized under this permit
shall begin within five years after the final proceedings before the la Quinta
City Council, which construction shall thereafter be pursued diligently to
ccapleticn; otherwise, approval of those uneonstructed or uncompleted portions
of the development authorized under Public Use Permit Case No. 84-002 shall become
null and void and of no effect whatsoever.
5. Prior to the commencement of construction of any use contemplated by this approval
the Applicant first shall obtain clearances fran the following public agencies:
° City Engineer
° City Fire Marshal
° City Caamuzity Development Department, Planning Division
° Riverside County Environmmental. Health Department
Building Des
6. The site plan and related facilities for the K-2 and 3-5 schools shall be
established generally in accordance with the approved Exhibit A contained
within Camwnity Development Department's file for Public Use Permit Case
No. 84-002. Design and height of these buildings and facilities shall be.
subject to the approval of the Planning Commission and City Council.
7. This approval authorizes the future construction of a 6-8 school. The building's
location, design, size and height shall be subject to the approval of the Planning
Cc mission and City Council.
8. Prior to the construction of current (K-2, 3-5) and future (6-8) phases of the
schools, the Applicant shall submit to the Coum nity Development Department,
Planning Division, the following plans for review and approval:
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C(DIDITIMS - PUBLIC USE PERMIT CASE NO. 84-002
Page 2.
° Floor and elevation plans of the structures.
° Site plan delineating locations of the building(s), walkways, walls, etc.
° Landscaping and irrigation plan delineating plant type, size, spacing
and location.
° Exterior lighting plan showing the type and location of all exterior
lights.
° Fencing plans.
9. No structures shall be located within the 25-foot front yard setback along
Avenue 50.
10. All roof mounted mechanical equipment shall be screened from view of adjacent
property and public streets.
Streets, Parking and Circulation
11. 11he Applicant shall comply with the following requirements of the City Engineer:
a. Avenue 50 and Adams Street (if added to the Circulation Element) along the
entire parcel boundary shall be constructed to City standards with a mini,rn,rn
grade of 2% and a minimum section of 2h" asphaltic concrete paving on 4" of
Class 2 base. Street plans shall be submitted to the City Engineer for review
and approval.
b. Ttme Applicant shall subunit a traffic channelization (street striping) plan
for Avenue 50 and Adams Street (if constructed) to the City Engineer for review
and approval.
c. A left -turn lane shall be provided on Avenue 50 at the Adams Street alignment.
d. Acceleration and deceleration lanes shall be provided at the project entrance.
e. The parking lot shall be constructed to City standards with a minimum section
of 2'" asphaltic concrete paving on 4" of Class 2 base.
f. The grading and drainage plan shall be submitted to the City Engineer for
review and approval.
g. The engine Avenue 50 frontage shall be designated for "no parking".
12. The design of the parking lot shall be revised to provide adequate space for bus
loading operations (without blocking circulation) and for passenger vehicle
loading and unloading (without blocking circulation).
13. If Adams Street is not required and if the adjacent property to the east is
developed for a conmu mity park, the parking area should be revised to a location
more suitable for shared parking facilities.
14. Parking lot design and landscaping of the parking lot shall be in accordance
with the requirements and standards of Section 18.12 of the La Quinta land Use
ordinance.
CCNDITICNS - PUBLIC USE PERMIT CASE ND. 84-002
Page 3.
Public Services and Utilities
15. Fire protection shall be provided in accordance with the City of La Quinta codes
and ordinances in effect at the time of issuance of the building permit as follows:
a. Provider or show there exists a water system capable of delivering
2750 GPM fire flow for a two-hour duration. The computation shall
be based upon a minimum of 20 psi residual operating pressure in the
supply main from which the flow is measured at the time of measurement.
b. Provide Riverside County Super fire hydrants so that no point of any
building is more than 165 feet from a fire hydrant measured along
approved vehicular travel ways.
(1) Hydrants shall not be located closer than 25 feet to any
building.
(2) Exterior surfaces of hydrant barrels and heads shall be
painted chrome yellow and the tops and nozzle caps shall
be painted green.
(3) Curbs (if installed) shall be painted red, 15 feet in either
direction from each hydrant.
c. Prior to construction, the Applicant shall furnish the water system plan to
the Riverside County Fire Department for review.
d. The water system plan shall be signed by a registered civil engineer and
approved by the water company, with the following certification: "I certify
that the design of the water system in Public Use Permit Case No. 84-002 is
in accordance with the requirements prescribed by the Riverside County Fire
Department".
e. Provide paved fire lanes of min9Tman 20' width running north -south on east
and west ends of complex connecting the school parking area and Avenue 50
so that no portion of any building is more than 150' from an approved
vehicular travel way.
f. Adequate, operational fire hydrants shall be in place prior to placement of
combustible materials an the site.
16. The Applicant shall comply with the requirements of Coachella Valley Water
District:
a. Water and sanitary sewer service shall be provided in accordance
with the current regulations of the District.
b. Tne property shall be annexed to CVYO Improvement District No. 55 for
sanitation service.
17. Applicant shall comply with the requirements of the Imperial Irrigation District.
All on -site: utilities shall be installed underground.
Miscellaneous
18. Prior to construction, the Applicant shall submit to the Omm"nity Development
Department, Planning Division, a plan (or plans) sharing the following:
a. landscaping, both on -site and within the public parkway areas, including
plant types, sizes and spacing. Effort shall be made to incorporate landscape
berms and similar effects into the landscape design in order to create a
pleasant visual impact along the Avenue 50 frontage. ,,
CONDITICNS - PUBLIC USE PERMIT CASE NO. 84-002
Page 4.
b. Landscape irrigation system.
c. Locations and design of sidewalks and walkways on -site and within public
rights -of -way.
d. Exterior lighting plan.
e. Location and design of walled enclosure for trash bins.
The approved landscaping and improvesits shall be installed prior to occupancy.
The Landscaping shall be maintained in a healthy and viable condition for the
life of the project.
21. All perimeter walls and fences shall be set back fran public rights -of -way a
minimum average of twenty (20) feet along Avenue 50 and ten (10) feet along
Adams Street (if required). Effort shall be made to avoid the use of chain link
fencing along the Avenue 50 frontage.
22. The Applicant shall install an 8-foot-wide, concrete, meandering, pedestrian/
bicycle path along Avenue 50 and a 6-foot-wide, concrete, pedestrian walkway
along Adams Street (if required).
23. Desert or native plant species and drought resistant planting materials shall
be incorporated into the landscaping plans for the site and the public street
parkways.
24. Those portions of the site designated for future buildings shall be planted
with ground cover or grass which shall be maintained in a viable condition
until such time that construction occurs.
25. An archaeological survey of the site shall be conducted prior to any grading.
Any resources discovered shall be handled as required by a qualified archaeologist.
If additional resources are discovered during construction, work shall be ceased
until adequate reviews have been conducted.
ITEM NO. �•
DATE
PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING
RE:
MOTION BY: GOETCHEUS WALLING KLIMKIEWICZ
SECOND BY: GOETCHEUS WALLING KLIMKIEWICZ
DISCUSSION:
ROLL CALL VOTE:
COMMISSIONERS:
GOETCHEUS
WALLING
THORNBURGH
UNANIMOUSLY ADOPTED:
AYE NO
YES
ABSTAIN
NO
ABSENT
THORNBURGH
THORNBURGH
PRESENT
ITEM NO. S,
DATE / / 3 - 8 `f
PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING
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MOTION BY: GOETCHEUS Vakuliwl
SECOND BY: ETCHEUS WALLING
DISCUSSION:w
KLIMKIEWICZ THORNBURGH
KLIMKIEWICZ THORNBURGH
ROLL CALL VOTE:
COMMISSIONERS: AYE
GOETCHEUS
KLIMKIEWICZ
WALLING
THORNBURGH
UNANIMOUSLY ADOPTED: YES
NO ABSTAIN ABSENT PRESENT
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MEMORANDUM
CITY OF LA QUINTA
CF' OF TF1E��S
To: The Honorable Chairman and Manbers of the Planning Commission
From: Cccrunity Development Department
Date: November 13, 1984
Subject: D7 NSION OF TIME REQUEST FOR TENTATIVE TRACT tRp NO. 18765
Location: South Side of Avenida Fernando Between Calle Mazatlan and
Avenida Cbregon
Applicant: Landmark Land Company
Request: Approval of a one-year extension of time in which to file the final map.
The Applicant is requesting the first one-year extension of time in which to record
the final map for Tentative Tract Map No. 18765, the La Quinta Hotel Tennis Club
Villas. The final map for phase one of this development, consisting of 23 units,
has been recorded.
This development was approved by the La Quinta City Council on November 2, 1982.
Although the expiration date was November 2, 1984, since this extension request was
received prior to the expiration date, the map remains valid until final action by
the City Council. Please note that even if the revision to the tract map is approved
as requested by the Applicant, the original approval date establishes the extension
of time (to November 2, 1985).
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.
Based upon the above findings, the Ccurminity Development Department recmu ends
approval of a one-year extension of time in which to file the final map for Tentative
Tract Map No. .18765 to November 2, 1985.
STAFF REPORT - PLANNING CCWISSION
November 13, 1984
Page 2.
Sandy a L. Bonner
Principal Planner
APPROVED BY:
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Lawrence L. Stevens, AICP
CrnmunitY Development Director
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ITEM NO.
DATE
PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING
RE:
MOTION BY: GOETCHEUS FIALT,ING KLIMKIEWICZ
SECOND BY: GOETCHEUS�ING KLIMKIEWICZ
DISCUSSION:
ROLL CALL VOTE:
CO*JMISSIONERS:
GOETCHEUS
KLIIMMIICZ
AYE NO ABSTAIN
UNANIMOUSLY ADOPTED: YES NO
THORNBURGH
THORNBURGH
ABSENT PRESENT
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MEMORANDUM
CITY OF LA QUINTA
To: The Honorable Chairman and Members of the Planning Commission
From: Community Development Department
Date: Novamber 13, 1984
Subject: GQREftAL PLAN CDNSISTFNCY REVIEW OF PROPOSED PFn=S BY COACHELIA
lv='4Y WATER DISTRICT
In accordance with the requirements of Section 65401 of the Government Code,
Coachella Valley Water District has advised the City of three (3) projects proposed
for construction in the fiscal year 1984-1985:
° An elevated water storage facility to be located on the hillside
due west of the downtown area and near Southern California Water
Company's existing storage facility.
° Phase one of the 30" water transmission main eastward extending
from the above mentioned water storage facility along Calle Tampico
to Washington Street.
° Phase two of the La Quinta Stonmwater Project for construction of
the flood control channels, training dikes, retention and debris
basin,, and other related flood control inprovements along the east,
west and south sides of the Cove area.
An exhibit shoving the exact location of these facilities will be available at the
study session and meeting.
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The proposed projects comply with the goals of the La Quinta General Plan.
Regarding the proposed dcu estic water facilities, a goal of the current City General
Plan is to "achieve a high quality water and sewer system for the Cove Communities
by the year 1990". With respect to flood control, the goal is to establish storm -
water and drainage facilities. In addition to complying with these goals relating
to public facilities, all three projects will comply with the objectives to encourage
new development within existing urbanized areas and to protect and promote the health
and safety of the residents of the camwnity.
FINDINGS
1. The proposed elevated water storage and water transmission main are consistent
with the Ia Quinta General Plan.
STAFF REPORT - PLANNING comuSSION
November 13, 1984
Page 2.
2. The proposed stonruater control inp ovements are consistent with the La Quinta
General Plan.
3. The projects will prarnte the health and safety of la Quinta residents.
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Based upon the above findings, the Ccmmmity Development Department reconvends that
the Planning Commission determine that the projects proposed by Coachella Valley
Water District are consistent with the goals and policies of the La Quinta General
Plan.
/Sandra L.
Principal Planner
TAPP BY -
Lawrence L. Stevens
Community Development Director
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ITEM NO.
DATE 3 - gll
PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING
RE: �,0 � �- 7,3 / �-2 � � A4, L-
MOTION BY: GOETCHEUS\\ F1ALTDn , KLIMKIEWICZ THORNBURGH
SECOND BY: `GOETCHEUSj MULINNG KLIMKIEWICZ THORNBURGH
DISCUSSION: W
ROLL CALL VOTE:
COMMISSIONERS:
GOETCHEUS
KLII•'IKMIICZ
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w, • v�r •.e+
UNANIMOUSLY ADOPTED:
AYE NO
YES
ABSTAIN
NO
ABSENT
PRESENT
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MEMORANDUM
CITY OF LA OUINTA
To: The Honorable Chairman and Members of the Planning Commission
From: Camunity Development Department
Date: November 13, 1984
Subject: PL3T PLAN NO. 84-073
Location: West Side of Avenida Navarro, 100' North of Calle Chihuahua
Applicant: Michael Head
Request: Approval to Construct a Single -Family House Intended for Sale
1. General Plan: Low Density Residential (3 - 5 dwellings/acre).
2. Zoning: R-1-*++- (One Family Dwellings, 17' Height Limit, 1200 Square Foot
Minimum Dwelling Size).
3. Ekisting Conditions: The 50' x 100, lot is located with the subdivided Cove
area on Avenida Navarro, north of Calle Temecula. The surrounding area has
scattered development with a variety of house designs. The majority of the
hones have stucco siding with peaked roofs covered with rock or tile. Almost
all of the homes are built on single lots.
4. Environmental Assessment: The project is categorically exempt from the require-
ments of the California Environmental Quality Act (CE]QA) and a Notice of Exemption
will be filed with the County Recorder.
5. Description of the Request: The Applicant, who is a contractor, is requesting
approval to construct a single-family house intended for sale. Michael Head
has received four previous approvals; two homes have been built and sold, and
two hones are under construction and will be finalled within several weeks. No
sales information was available on the Applicant's hones under construction or
on this proposed house.
The house has 1210 square feet of livable area, with two bedrooms having at
least ten -foot clear dimensions, a den/family roan, two baths and an attached
double -car garage with a connecting pedestrian door into the house. The building
will have stucco siding with asphalt shingle covering on a 4 and 12 pitch roof.
The overhangs are 24-inches wide. The overall height of the building is approxi-
mately 15 feet. The house will have a 25-foot front setback, 20-foot rear setback,
and five-foot side setbacks.
STAFF REPORT - PLANNING CMUSSION
November 13, 1984
Page 2.
STAFF OMMS AND ANALYSIS
The floor plan, height and siting of the house comply with the R-1*++ Zoning
requirements and the City's adopted minimim standards for single-family houses.
Regarding orngaatibility, the design of the house is very similar to the existing
houses along this block. This will be the only house with asphalt shingle roofing;
however, this should be Compatible with the existing housing.
1. The request is consistent with the requirements of the R-1 Zone and the goals
and objectives of the La Quinta General Plan.
2. The building design is compatible with area development.
3. The project will not have a significant adverse impact on the environment.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Based upon the above findings, the Community Development Department recommends
approval of Plot Plan No. 84-073 in accordance with Exhibits A, B and C and subject
to the attached conditions.
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Principal Planner
Atchs: Conditions
Exhibits A, B & C
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Lawrence L. Stevens, Amp
Community Development Director
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nW APPXNAL IS SM&D V TO nM Fa. OMC OCND ICO
I. The developent of the site shall be in conformance with the Ddribits A,
B and C Contained in the file for Plot Plan No. 84-073, unless otherwise
amerced 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, omteplated by this approval which is begun with the two-year
period and is thereafter diligently pursued to ccupletiCn.
3. Water and sewage disposal facilities shall be installed in accordance with
the requirements of the Riverside Courity Health Department.
4. Fire protection shall be provided in accordance with the standards of the
tkrifo m Fire Oode as adopted by the City of la Q=ta.
5. Prior to the issuance of a building permit, the developer 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 minimum of two (2), 15-gallon, street trees. The plan shall indicate the
irrigation system and the location of the required three (3) outdoor water
spigots. Prior to the issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy, the Applicant
shall install landscaping in accordance with the approved lar scape plan.
All trees and plants shall be maintained in viable condition for the life of
the approved use.
6. The heating and cooling mechanical equipnent shall be ground mounted, as
shown on plans.
7. Refuse: containers and bottled gas containers shall be concealed by fencing
or landscaping.
B. The driveway shall be surfaced with concrete and have asphaltic cmicrete
connecting pavement (a 2" x 4" header) to the existing street pavement.
9. The Applicant shall obtain clearances and/or permits iron the following
agencies prior to submitting these plans to the Building Department for
plan check:
° Riverside County Health Department
° City Fire Marshal
° Crnmunity Development Department, Planning Division
° Desert Sands Unified School District
10. The Applicant shall pay a school development fee as determined by the Desert
Sands Unified School District in accordance with the school mitigation agree-
ment as approved by the City Council and in effect at the time of issuance of
a building permit.
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ITEM NO.
DATE 11- l 3 0
PLANNING COMMISSIONMEETING
RE: ��# �- 7
MOTION BY: OETCHEUS Fp1TLII%; KLIMKIEWICZ THORNBURGLl
SECOND BY: GOETCHEUS iVV0F1LLING� KLIMKIEWICZ THORNBURGP[
DISCUSSION: \
ROLL CALL VOTE:
CO*MSSIONERS: AYE NO ABSTAIN ABSENT PRESENT
GOETCHEUS -
KLIDIKIRIICZ -
WALI NG
THORNBURGH -
UNANIMOUSLY ADOPTED: YES
NO
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MEMORANDUM
CITY OF LA QUINTA
OF
To: The Honorable Chairman and Members of the Planning CoFnmission
From: Omi mity Development Department
Date: November 13, 1984
Subject: PILOT PLAN NO. 84-075
Location: East Side of Avenida Madero, 100' North of Calle Temecula
Applicant; Rick Johnson Construction
Request: Approval to Construct a Single -Family House Intended for Sale
1. General Plan: Low Density Residential (3 - 5 dwellings/acre).
2. Zoning: RC 1-*++ (one Family Dwellings, 17' Height Limit, 1200 Square Foot
Minitrnun Dwelling Size).
3. Existing Conditions: The 50' x 100' lot is located with the subdivided Cove
area on Avenida Madero, north of Calle Temecula. The surrounding area has
scattered development with a variety of house designs. The majority of the
homes have stucco siding with peaked roofs covered with rock, tile or asphalt
shingle. Almost all of the hares are built on single lots.
4. Environmental Assessment: The project is categorically exempt from the require-
ments of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and a Notice of Exemption
will be filed with the County Recorder.
5. Description of the Request: The Applicant, who is a contractor, is requesting
approval to construct a single-family house intended for sale. Rick ickmson has
received eight previous approvals for houses; four have been completed, two are
under construction, and two have been submitted for plan check. All of the houses
have been sold.
The house has 1592 square feet of livable area, with three bedrooms exceeding the
ten -foot clear dimension required, two baths and an attached double -car garage
with a connecting pedestrian door into the house. The building will have stucco
siding with asphalt shingle covering on a 4 and 12 pitch roof. The overhangs are
24-inches wide. The overall height of the building is approximately 163; feet.
The house will have a 20-foot front setback, 18-foot rear setback, and 5-foot
side setbacks.
STAFF COMN1E TS AND ANALYSIS
The floor plan, height and siting of the house comply with the R-1*++ Zoning
requirements and the City's adopted minimum standards for single-family houses.
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STAFF REPORT - PLANNING CCMMISSION
November 13, 1984
Page 2.
Regarding the compatibility of the house's design with surrounding development, the
overall design and roof style are consistent. Almost all the surrounding houses
have stucco siding as is proposed by the Applicant. The proposed asphalt shingle
roof covering is also consistent with existing houses in the area. The house's size
and bulk are similar to that of existing dwellings in the area.
Regarding the siting of the house, the majority of the houses are constructed on one
lot. Therefore, the Applicant's proposal to construct the house on a single lot should
be ccrrpatible with the area development.
FINDINGS
1. The request is consistent with the requirements of the R-1 Zone and the goals and
objectives of the La Quinta General Plan.
2. The building design is capatible with area development.
3. The project will not have a significant adverse impact on the environment.
STAFF RDCOMOMATION
Based upon the above findings, the Community Development Department recommends approval
of Plot Plan No. 84-075 in accordance with Exhibits A, B and C and subject to the
attached conditions.
Sandra L. Bonner
Principal Planner
Atchs: Conditions
Exhibits A, B and C
APPROVED
BY:
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Lawrence
L. Stevens, AICP
Community Development Director
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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. 84-075, 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, contemplated 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 developer 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 minimum of two (2), 15-gallon, street trees. The plan shall indicate the
irrigation system and the location of the required three (3) outdoor water
spigots. Prior to the issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy, the Applicant
shall :install landscaping in accordance with the approved landscape plan.
All trees and plants shall be maintained in viable condition for the life of
the approved use.
6. The heating and cooling mechanical equipment shall be ground mounted, as
shown on plans.
7. Refuse containers and bottled gas containers shall be concealed by fencing
or landscaping.
8. The driveway shall be surfaced with concrete and have asphaltic concrete
connecting pwArent to the existing street pavement. (z " x y"
9. The Applicant shall obtain clearances and/or permits from the following
agencies prior to submitting these plans to the Building Department for
plan check:
Riverside County Health Department
° City Fire Marshal
° Omrunity Development Department, Planning Division
° Desert Sends Unified School District
10. The Applicant shall pay a school development fee as determined by the Desert
Sands Unified School District in accordance with the school mitigation agree-
ment approved by the City Council and in effect at the time of issuance of
building permits.
ITEM NO. S
DATE // - / 3 - FT
PLANNING COOMMJMISSION MEETING
RE: 'o �'�- 0 7
MOTION BY: 80ETCHEUS MIJ,ING KLIMKIEWICZ
SECOND BY: GOETCHEUS/4�BILLING % KLIMKIEWICZ
DISCUSSION:
ROLL CALL VOTE:
THORNBURGH
THORNBURGH
C04MISSIONERS: AYE NO ABSTAIN ABSENT PRESENT
GOETCHEUS -
KLIMKIEWICZ -
VML,LING -
THORMURGH - -
UNANIMOUSLY ADOPTED: YES NO
04 O7FT4,
MEMORANDUM
CITY OF LA QUINTA
To: The Honorable Chairman and Me nbers of the Planning Commission
From: Ccuuunity Development Department
Date: November 13, 1984
Subject: PWT PLAN NO. 84-076
Location: West Side of Avenida Ramirez, 250' South of Calle Monterey
Applicant: Rick Johnson Construction
Request: Approval to Construct a Single -Family House Intended for Sale
1. General Plan: Low Density Residential (3 - 5 dwellings/acre).
2. Zoning: R--1*++ (One Family Dwellings, 17' Height Limit, 1200 Square Foot
M.nimjm Dwelling Size) .
3. Existing Conditions: The 50' x 100' lot is located within the subdivided Cove
area on Avenida Ramirez, south of Calle Monterey. The surrounding area has
scattered development with a variety of house designs. The house adjacent to
the north was constructed by the Applicant and has the same design as this
proposal. The majority of the hones have stucco siding with peaked roofs
covered with rock, tile or asphalt shingle. Almost all the other houses in
the vicinity are built on single lots.
4. Environmental Assessment: The project is categorically exempt from the require-
ments of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and a Notice of Exemption
will be filed with the County Recorder.
5. Description of the Request: The Applicant, who is a contractor, is requesting
approval to construct a single-fanily house intended for sale. Rick Johnson has
received eight previous approvals for houses; four have been cmpleted, two are
under construction, two have been submitted for plan check. All of the houses
have been sold.
The house has 1592 square feet of livable area, with three bedrooms exceeding the
ten -foot clear dimension required, two baths and an attached double -car garage
with a connecting pedestrian door into the house. The building will have stucco
siding with asphalt shingle covering on a 4 and 12 pitch roof. The overhangs are
24-inches wide. The overall height of the building is approximately 16'h feet.
The house will have a 20-foot front setback, 18-foot rear setback, and 5-foot
side setbacks.
STAFF REPORT - PLANNING CONAIISSION
November 13, 1984
Page 2.
STAFF COMMENTS AND ANALYSIS
The floor plan, height and siting of the house cuTply with the R-1*++ Zoning require-
ments and the City's adopted mininm standards for single-family houses.
Regarding the compatibility of the house's design with surrounding development, the
overall design and roof style are consistent. Almost all the surrounding hares have
stucco siding as is proposed by the Applicant. The proposed asphalt shingle roof is
also consistent with the existing houses in the area. The house's size and bulk are
canparable to that of existing dwellings in the area.
The proposed house design is the same as that constructed by the Applicant on the
adjacent lot. To provide variety, the layout of the dwelling will be flipped and
other different ornamental features will be varied (e.g., color of stucco siding);
the conditions of approval will require that these minor modifications be specified
and approved prior to the issuance of a building permit.
Regarding the siting of the house, the majority of the houses in the area are con-
structed on one lot. Therefore, the Applicant's proposal to construct the house on
a single lot should be compatible with the area development.
FINDINGS
1. The request is consistent with the requirements of the R-1 Zone and the goals
and objectives of the La Quinta General Plan.
2. The building design is canpatible with area development.
3. The project will not have a significant adverse impact on the environment.
STAFF RECOPM RATION
Based upon the: above findings, the Community Development Department recanmends
approval of Plot Plan No. 84-076 in accordance with Exhibits A, B and C and subject
to the attached conditions.
PREPARED BY: APPROVED BY:
Sandra L. Bonner Lawrence L. Stevens, AICP
Principal Phinner Community Development Director
Atcbs: Conditions
Exhibits A, B and C
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THIS APPROVAL IS SUBJFX'T 1U THE FU LLOWING 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.84-076 , unless otherwise
mended ded by the following conditions.
2. The approved plot plan shall be used within two years of the approval date;
otherwise, it shall beam a null and void and of no effect wbatsoever. By
"use" is meant the beginning of substantial construction, not including
grading, oontemplated by this approval which is begun with the two-year
period and is thereafter diligently pursued to cmpletion.
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 tag the issuance of a building permit, the developer 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 minimum of two (2), 15-gallon, street trees. The plan shall indicate the
irrigation system and the location of the required three (3) outdoor water
spigots. Prior to the issuance of a Certificate of occupancy, the Applicant
shall install landscaping in accordance with the approved landscape plan.
All trees and plants shall be maintained in viable condition for the life of
the approved use.
6. The heating and cooling mechanical equipment shall be ground mounted, as
shown on plants.
7. Refuse containers and bottled gas containers shall be concealed by fencing
or landscaping.
8. The driveway shall be surfaced with concrete and have asphaltic concrete
connecting pavement to the existing street pavement. (Z 11 x 4t
9. The Applicant shall obtain clearances and/or permits frcrn the following
agencies prior to submitting these plans to the Building Department for
plan check:
° Riverside County Health Department
° City Fire Marshal
° Community Development Department, Planning Division
Desert sands Unified school District
10. Prior to the issuance of a building permit on Plot Plan No. 84-076, the
Applicant shall submit to the Community Development Department for review
and approval specific information or details on siding color and texture,
trim and other architectural features which will vary from the appearance
of the adjacent dwelling constructed by the Applicant under Plot Plan No.
84-052.
11. The Applicant shall pay a school development fee as determined by the Desert
Sands Unified School District in accordance with the school mitigation agree-
ment approved by the City Council and in effect at the time of issuance of
building permits.
ITEM NO. S.
DATE
PLANNING CCO�MjMISSION MEETING
RE: � �`� 7
MOTION BY: ETCHEU -) WALLING KLIMKIEWICZ THORNBURGH
SECOND BY: GOETCHEUS �ING KLIMKIEWICZ THORNBURGH
DISCUSSION:
ROLL CALL VOTE:
COMMISSIONERS: AYE NO ABSTAIN ABSENT PRESENT
GOETCHEUS -
ELIMKIEWICZ -
VVUZ ING -
THORNBURGH -
UNANIMOUSLY ADOPTED: YES NO
MEMORANDUM
CITY OF LA QUINTA
To: The Honorable Chairman and Members of the Planning Commission
From: Community Development Department
Date: November 13, 1984
Subject: PLDT PLAN No. 84-077
location: Fast Side of Avenida Martinez, 250' South of Calle Monterey
Applicant: Rick Johnson Construction
Request: Approval to Construct a Single -Family House Intended for Sale
1. General Plan: Low Density Residential (3 - 5 dwellings/acre).
2. Zoning: R-1*++ (one Family Dwellings, 17' Height Limit, 1200 Square Foot
Minimum Dwelling Size).
3. Existing Conditions: The 50' x 100' lot is located within the subdivided Cove
area on Avenida Martinez, south of Calle Monterey. The surrounding area has a
wide variety of housing types, siding materials and roof types. The majority of
the hones have a similar appearance to the house proposed by the Applicant.
4. Environmental Assessment: The project is categorically exempt from the :require-
ments of the California Environmental Quality Act (CFQA) and a Notice of Exemption
will be filed with the County Recorder.
5. Description of the Request: The Applicant, who is a contractor, is requesting
approval to construct a single-family house intended for sale. Rick Johnson has
received eight previous approvals for houses; four have been completed, two are
under construction, and two have been submttted for plan check. All of the houses
have been sold.
The house has 1592 square feet of livable area, with three bedroc ns exceeding the
ten -foot clear dimension required, two baths and an attached double -car garage
with a connecting pedestrian door into the house. The building will have stucco
siding with asphalt shingle covering on a 4 and 12 pitch roof. The overhangs are
24-inches wide. The overall height of the building is approximately 10, feet.
The house will have a 20-foot front setback, 18-foot rear setback, and 5-foot
side setbacks.
STAFF COMMENTS AND ANALYSIS
The floor plan, height and siting of the house comply with the R-1*++ Zoning require-
ments and the City's adopted minimum standards for single-family houses.
STAFF REPORT - PLANNING CCWISSION
November 13, 1984.
Page 2.
Regarding the compatibility of the house's design with surrounding development,
the overall design and roof style are compatible with the majority of the homes
in the area. The proposed stucoo siding is copatible; there is an even mix in
the area of houses with wood paneling and stucco siding. Although there are no
roofs with asphalt shingles, this roof type should be compatible. The house's
size and bulk are consistent with area development.
Regarding the siting of the house, the majority of the homes in the area are
constructed on one lot. Therefore, the Applicant's proposal to construct the house
on a single lot should be compatible with the area development.
FINDINGS
1. The request is consistent with the requirements of the R-1 Zone and the goals
and objectives of the La Quinta General Plan.
2. The building design is compatible with area development.
3. The project will not have a significant adverse impact on the environment.
STAFF RECM4DIDATION
Based upon the: above findings, the Community Development Department recommends
approval of Plot Plan No. 84-077 in accordance with Exhibits A, B and C and subject
to the attached conditions.
PREPARED BY:
Sandra L. Bonner
Principal Planner
SLB:chmv ��
Atchs: Conditions
EXhib_Its A, B & C
JA'PPPRROVED BY:
V'G 0-?p / Q "-
Lawrence L. Stevens, AICP
Community Development Director
THIS APPRCA?AL IS SUBJECT TO THE FMJjOWIM 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. 84-0770 unless otherwise
amended by the following ocnditicns.
2. The approved plot plan shall be used within boo 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, contemplated 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 Ocunty 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 developer shall submit
and hmre approved, a detailed landscape plan for the front yard showing
the species, size, location and spacing of all planting materials, including
a minimum of two (2), 15-gallon, street trees. The plan shall indicate the
irrigation system and the location of the required three (3) outdoor water
spigots. Prior to the issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy, the Applicant
shall install landscaping in accordance with the approved landscape plan.
All trees and plants shall be maintained in viable condition for the life of
the approved use.
6. the heating and cooling mechanical Prn,;rnwnt shall be ground mounted, as
shown on plans.
7. Refuse containers and bottled gas containers shall be concealed by fencing
or landscaping.
S. The driveway shall be surfaced with concrete and have asphaltic concrete
connecting pavement to the existing street pavement. (.z- x 'V" 7isa-4-Y.
9. The Applicant shall obtain clearances and/or permits from the following
agencies prior to submitting these plans to the Building Department for
plan check:
° Riverside County Health Department
° City Fire Marshal
° Community Development Department, Planning Division
° Desert Sands Unified School District
10. The Applicant shall pay a school development fee as determined by the Desert
Sands Unified School District in accordance with the school mitigation agree-
ment approved by the City Council and in effect at the time of issuance of
building permits.
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ITEM NO.
DATE
PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING
RE:
MOTION BY: GOETCHEUS VO",IW. KLIMKIEWICZ
SECOND BY: GOETCHEUS W LUNG KLIMKIEWICZ
DISCUSSION: . Q , -
THORNBURGH
THORNBURGH
ROLL CALL VOTE:
COMMISSIONERS: AYE NO ABSTAIN ABSENT PRESENT
GOETCHEUS -
KLIMKIES4ICZ -
WALLING -
THORNBUMI -
UNANIMOUSLY ADOPTED: YES NO
MEMORANDUM
CITY OF LA QUINTA
To: The Honorable Chairman and Members of the Planning Commission
From: Gxmmity Development Department
Date: November 13, 1984
Subject: PIOr PLAN NO. 84-078
Location: %:t st Side of Avenida Madero, 160' South of Calle Madrid
Applicant: `tan Baker
Request: Approval to Construct a Single -Family House Intended for Sale
1. General Plan: Low Density Residential Q - 5 dwellings/acre).
2. Zoning: R-1*++ (One Family Dwellings, 17' Height Limit, 1200 Square Foot
Minimum Dwelling Size).
3. Existing Conditions: The 65' x 88'-94' lot is located within the subdivided Cove
area on Avenida Madero, south of Calle Madrid. With the exception of one house,
all the surrounding dwellings have stucco siding. The roof pitches on nearby
homes range from 3 and 12 to 5 and 12, with Spanish tile and rock being the
predominant roofing materials. All the surrounding houses are built on single
lots. The house adjacent to the north was constructed by the Applicant and has
a similar design.
4. Environmental Assessment: The project is categorically exempt from the :require-
ments of the California Environmental quality Act (CEQA) and a Notice of Exemption
will be filed with the County Recorder.
5. Description of the Request: The Applicant, who is a contractor, is requesting
approval to construct a single-family house intended for sale. Y . Baker has
received one previous approval for a house and this has been colleted and sold.
The house has 1552 square feet of livable area, with three bedrooms, two baths
and an attached double -car garage with a connecting pedestrian door into the house.
The building will have stucco siding with a tile roof with a 4 and 12 pitch. The
overhangs are 24 inches wide. The overall height of the building is approximately
15 feet. As proposed, the house has a 20-foot front setback, 10-foot rear setback
and 6 and 17-21-foot side setbacks.
6. STAFF CCWENTS AND ANALYSIS
The floor plan, height and siting of the house connly with the R-1*++ zoning
requirements and the City's adopted minimum standards for single-family houses.
STAFF REPORT - PLANNING COMMISSION
November 13, 1964
Page 2.
Regarding the house's compatibility with surrounding developments, both the general
appearance and materials are consistent with the existing houses in the area.
Since this house is adjacent to a house of very similar design, also constructed by
the Applicant,, Mr. Baker has made the following exterior modifications to provide
variety. The roof will have concrete tile rather than asphalt shingle, the patio
cover which is an extension of the roof, will be along the entire south side of the
house rather than just over a portion, and a stucco chimney will be along the north
side. The Applicant has not "flipped" the house plan because the main yard area is
on the side of` the house. By keeping the same site plan, the patios keep their
southerly exposure and also remain private.
FINDINGS
1. The request is consistent with the requirements of the R-1 Zone and the goals
and objectives of the La Quinta General Plan.
2. The building design is compatible with area development.
3. The project will not have a significant adverse impact on the environment.
STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS
Based upon the above findings, the Community Development Department recommends
approval of Plot Plan No. 84-078 in accordance with Exhibits A, B and C and subject
to the attached conditions.
iT+ ••�13\�ia�7Z'�
�.' ZBo/meZr
Principal Planner
Atchs: Conditions
Exhibits A, B and C
APPROVED BY:
A� (�e4�
Lawrence L. Stevens, AICP
Community Development Director
THIS APPROVAL IS SUBJECT M THE F M WIM CONDITIONS:
1. The development of the site shall be in om-dormance with the Exhibits A.
B and C contained in the file for Plot Plan No. 84-078 , 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, contemplated by this approval which is begun with the two-year
period and is thereafter diligently pursued to oonpletion.
3. Water and sewage disposal facilities shall be installed in accordance with
the requirenents 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 developer 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 minimum of two (2), 15-gallon, street trees. The plan shall indicate the
irrigation system and the location of the required three (3) outdoor water
spigots. Prior to the issuance of a Certificate of occupancy, the Applicant
shall install landscaping in accordance with the approved landscape plan.
All trees and plants shall be maintained in viable condition for the life of
the approved use.
6. The heating and cooling mechanical equipment shall be ground mounted, as
shown on plans.
7. Refuse containers and bottled gas containers shall be concealed by fencing
or landscaping.
8. The driveway shall be surfaced with concrete and have asphaltic concrete
connecting pavement to the existing street pavement. ('2 " K y- 'I
9. The Applicant shall obtain clearances and/or permits from the following
agencies prior to submitting these plans to the Building Department for
plan check:
° Riverside County Health Department
° City Fire Marshal
° Co mnity Development Department, Planning Division
° Desert Sands Unified School District
10. The Applicant shall pay a school development fee as determined by the Desert
Sands Unified School District in accordance with the school mitigation agreement
as approved by the City Council and in effect at the time of issuance of building
permits.
ITEM NO.
DATE
PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING
RE:�79 7i2 G��Y
MOTION BY: GOETCHEUS MIJ ING KLIMKIEWICZ THORNBURGH�:)
SECOND BY: GOETCHEUSD441LLING KLIMKIEWICZ THORNBURGH
DISCUSSION:
ROLL CALL VOTE:
COMMISSIONNERS: AYE NO ABSTAIN ABSENT PRESENT
GOETCHEUS -
KLIMKIEWICZ -
VU iUING
THORNBURGH
UNANIMOUSLY ADOPTED: YES NO
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MEMORANDUM
CITY OF LA O.UINTA
To: The Honorable Chairman and Members of the Planning Commission
From: Community Development Departnent
Date: November 13, 1984
Subject: PLOT PLAN No. 84-079
location: West Side of Eisenhower Drive, 50' South of Calle Monterey
Applicant: Frank Roberts
Request: Approval to construct a single-family house intended for sale.
1. General Plan: Law Density Residential (3 - 5 dwellings/acre).
2. Zoning: P:-1-*++,(One Family Dwellings, 17' Height Limit, 1200 Square Foot
Minimum Dwelling Size).
3. Existing Conditions: The 50' x 100' lot is located on the west side of
EisenhwAer Drive, south of Calle Monterey. A substantial number of the lots
in the vicinity are developed. There is a very wide variety of both architectural
styles and, roofing and siding materials. The only common design feature in the
vicinity is the use of peaked roofs. Almost all the houses are constructed on
single lots.
4. Environmental Assessment: The project is categorically exempt from the require-
ments of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQ1) and a Notice of Exemption
will be filed with the County Recorder.
5. Description of the Request: The Applicant, who is a contractor, is requesting
approval to construct a single-family house intended for sale. Frank Roberts has
received approval for one other house which is currently under construction on
the east side of Eisenhower Drive, 300' south of Calle Monterey (this house is
the same as the one proposed with the exception that the structure has a peaked
roof with tile) .
The house has 1392 square feet of livable area with three bedrooms having clear
dimensions exceeding 10 feet, two baths and an attached double -car garage with a
connecting door into the house. The building will have stucco siding. The roof
will be flat with roof eaves overhang varying from 1'4" to 2'6". The edge of the
eaves will. be wrapped and stuccoed.
STAFF REPORT -• PLANNING CCINAIISSION
November 13, 1.984
Page 2.
STAFF CMMUS AND ANALYSIS
As discussed in this report and apparently during an inspection of the area, there
is a very wide variety of housing styles in the area, including twv-story buildings.
Uhe only consistent design theme is the use of a peaked roof. The Applicant's proposed
flat roof would create a house style which would be distinctly different fran the other
styles in the area. Wile some variety is desirable, this immediate area has such a
wide range of styles that the proposed flat roof should be changed to maintain a theme
or design consistency which is similar to the existing. By doing this, some design
cohesiveness is given to this neighborhood. 911erefore, Staff recommends that the roof
design be changed to a peaked roof.
The floor plan and site plan comply with the City's adopted standards for single-
family houses in the R-1*++ Zone. In addition, since the vast majority of the
surrounding houses are constructed on one lot, the Applicant's proposal to build the
house on a single lot should be compatible with area development.
FINDINGS
1. The request is consistent with the requirements of the R-1 Zone and the goals and
objectives of the La Quints General Plan.
2. The building design is compatible with area development if constructed in
accordance with the conditions of approval.
3. The project will not have a significant adverse impact on the environment.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Based upon the above findings, the Community Development Department recommends
approval of Plot Plan No. 84-079 in accordance with Exhibits A, B and C and subject
to the attached conditions.
a L. Bonner
Principal Planner
Atchs: Conditions
Exhibits A, B and C
Lawrence L. Stevens, AICP
Camnanity Development Director
THIS APPIKWAL IS AWT TO 7HE il0gdowm CCNDITIC-
1. 2he develcpmeut of the site shall be in conformance with the Ed:ibits A,
B and C contained is the file for Plot Plan Ho. 84-079 , unless otherwise
armed by the following conditions.
2. The approved plot plan shall be used within two years of the approval date;
otherwise, it shall beoaae null and void and of no effect whatsoever. By
"use* is meant the beginning of substantial Construction. not including
grading, eoateuplated by this approval which is begun with the two-year
period and is thereafter diligently pursued to crnpletion.
3. Water and sewage disposal facilities shall be installed in accordance with
the zequirarpnts of the Riverside Oeunty Health Department.
4. Fire protection shall be provided in aeoordanoe with the standards of the
Uniform Fire Code as adapted by the City of Ia Quinta.
5. Prior to the issuance of a building permit, the developer 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 minimum of two (2), 15-gallon, street trees. The plan shall indicate the
irrigation system and the location of the rmpired three (3) outdoor water
spigots. Prior to the issuance of a Certificate of Oocvpancy, the Applicant
shall install landscaping in accordance with the approved landscape plan.
All trees and plants shall be maintained in viable condition for the life of
the approved use.
6. 2he heating and cooling mechanical equipment shall be ground mouurted, as
shown on plans.
7. Refuse eontairers and bottled gas containers shall be concealed by fencing
or landscaping.
B. The driveway shall be surfaced with concrete and have asphaltic concrete
connecting pavement (a 2" x 4" header) to the existing street pavement.
9. The Applicant shall obtain clearances and/or permits from the following
agencies prior to submitting these plans to the Building Department for
plan check:
° Riverside County Health Department
° City Fire Marshal
° Coamurity Development Departments Planning Division
° Desert Sands Unified School District
10. The Applicant shall pay a school development fee as determined by the Desert
Sands Unified School District in accordance with the school mitigation agree-
ment as approved by the City Council and in effect at the time of issuance of
a building permit.
11. The roof design shall be peaked with minimum 18-inch overhangs.
ITEM NO. 5 1
DATE
PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING
RE:
MOTION BY: (�coliTCITUS MIJ ING KLIMKIEWICZ THORNBURGH
SECOND BY.: GOETCHEUS WALLING KLIMKIEWICZ "ol BURGH>
DISCUSSION:
(Vpe,z� .
ROLL CALL VOTE:
COPJMISSIONERS: AYE NO ABSTAIN ABSENT PRESENT
GOETCHEUS —
KLIMKI9lI('Z —
WALLING
THORNBUR l
UNANIMOUSLY ADOPTED: YES NO
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MEMORANDUM
CITY OF LA O.UINTA
To: The Honorable Chairman and Members of the Planning Commission
From: Cannunity Development Department
Date: November 13, 1984
Subject: Pan PLAN NO. 84-081
Location: West Side of Eisenhower Drive, 200' South of Calle Hidalgo
Applicant: Desert Design and Development
Request: Approval to construct a single-family house intended for the property
owner's hare.
1. General Plan: Low Density Residential (3 - 5 dwellings/acre).
2. Zoning: R-l* (One Family Dwellings, 17' Height Limit, 1200 Square Foot Mininmmn
Dwelling Size).
3. Existing Conditions: The 50' x 100' lot is located within the subdivided Cove
area on Eisenhower Drive, south of Avenida Madero. Approximately 40% of the
block is developed. The surrounding houses all have stucco siding. The majority
of the houses have peaked roofs covered with gravel or tile. Within 100' of the
site are two houses with flat roofs.
4. Environmental Assessment: The project is categorically exempt from the require-
ments of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and a Notice of Exenpticn
will be filed with the County Recorder.
5. Description of the Request: The Applicant, who is a contractor, is requesting
approval to construct a single-family house which is intended as the property
owner's home. Neither the property owner nor the Applicant have received prior
approvals for single-family houses.
The house has 1440 square feet of livable area with three bedrooms, two baths and
an attached double -car garage with a connecting pedestrian door into the covered
patio. Both bedrooms #1 and #2 have minimmm clear dimensions less than 10 feet.
Time Applicant has stated that the house will be "Moroccan" in style and will have
stucco siding, a flat roof with minimum two -foot eaves. The eaves will be wrapped
and stuccoed to match the siding. The overall height of the building is approxi-
mately 14m;feet. The house will have a 34-foot front setback, a 10-foot rear
setback and 5-foot side setbacks. As part of the plan, a swmuting pool will be
installed in the front yard. The pool will be enclosed within a six -foot -high
masonry wall stuccoed to match the house.
STAFF REPORT - PLANNING CCMIISSION
November 13, 15184
Page 2.
Regarding compliance with the City's adopted standards for single-family houses, two
undersized bedrooms have clear dimensions less than the required 10 feet (as measured
from the insiders of the walls at the narrowest point). The proposed conditions of
approval require that these roans be brought into compliance. The garage has a
pedestrian door leading into the covered porch, which complies with the intent of the
ordinance.
Regarding compatibility of the house's design with surrounding development, all the
surrounding houses have stucco siding and there are two houses within 100 feet which
have flat roofs. Wrapping the overhangs and stuccoing then helps to tie-in the design
of the roof with the remainder of the house. The stuccoed wall in the front yard
continues the design theme.
Regarding the siting of the house, the majority of the houses are constructed on one
lot. Therefore, the Applicant's proposal to construct the house on a single lot should
be compatible with the area development.
FINDINGS
1. The request is consistent with the requirements of the R-1 Zone and the goals and
objectives of the La Quints General Plan if constructed in accordance with the
conditions of approval.
2. Tne building design is compatible with area development.
3. The project will not have a significant adverse impact on the environment.
Based upon the above findings, the Co<m=ty Development Department recommends approval
of Plot Plan Nu. 84-081 in accordance with Exhibits A, B and C and subject to the
attached conditions.
PREPARED BY:
Sandra L. Bonner
Principal Planner
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Atchs: Conditions
Exhibits A. B and C
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BY:: V . A""
Lawrence L. Stevens, AICP
Community Development Director
THIS APPROVAL IS 70 2M MLOWIM COMMA
1. The develgmt nt of the site shall be in confoamanoe with the Ediibits A,
B and C contained in the file for Plot Plan No. 84-084 unless otherwise
amended by the following conditions.
2. 2he 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 oanstruction, not including
grading, oaitenplated by this approval which is begun with the two-year
period and is thereafter diligently pursued to ompleticn.
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 Quints.
5. Prior to the issuance of a building permit, the developer 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 minimum of two (2), 15-gallon, street trees. 2* plan shall indicate the
irrigation system and the location of the required three (3) outdoor water
spigots. Prior to the issuance of a Certificate of Oocupany, the Applicant
shall install landscaping in accordance with the approved la„Ascape plan.
All trees and plants shall be maintained in viable condition for the life of
the approved use.
6. The heating and cooling mechanical equipment shall be ground mounted, as
shown an plans.
7. Refuse containers and bottled gas containers shall be concealed by fencing
or landscaping.
B. The driveway shall be surfaced with concrete and have asphaltic concrete
connecting pavement (a 2" x 4" header) to the existing street pavement.
9. The Applicant shall obtain clearances and/or permits from the following
agencies prior to atmitting these plans to the Building Department for
plan Idleck:
° Riverside County Health Department
° City Fire Marshal
o Cmmr ty Development Department, Planning Division
° Desert Sands Unified School District
10. The Applicant shall pay a school development fee as determined by the Desert
Sands Unified School District in accordance with the school mitigation agree-
ment as approved by the City Council and in effect at the time of issuance of
a building pennit.
J ., All bedrooms shall have minimum, interior clear dimensions Of 10 feet.
RE:
ITEM NO. C/•
DATE
PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING
7271-o F3
MOTION BY: GOETCHEUS VMIJ ING KLIMKIEWICZ THORNBURGH
SECOND BY:( GGOOETCHEUS MLLING KLIMKIEWICZ THORNBURGH
DISCUSSION: v �•
ROLL CALL VOTE:
COP!MISSIONERS: AYE NO ABSTAIN ABSENT PRESENT
GOETCHEUS -
KLDIKMIICZ -
VUUZING
THORNBURGH -
UNANIMOUSLY ADOPTED: YES NO
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MEMORANDUM
CITY OF LA O.UINTA
To: The Honorable Chairman and Members of the Planning Commission
From: Community Development Department
Date: November 13, 1984
Subject: PL(7P PLAN NO. 84-083
Location: South Side of Calle Monterey, 60' West of Avenida Madero
Applicant: Stzrart Wood
Request: Approval to Construct a Single -Family House Intended for the
Applicant's Hare
1. General Plan: Low Density Residential (3 - 5 dwellings/acre).
2. Zoning: R•-l* (One Family Dwellings, 17' Height Limit, 1200 Square Foot
Minimum Dwelling Size).
3. EKisting Conditions: The 60' by 100' lot is located within the subdivided Cove
area on Calle Monterey, west of Avenida Madero. There are only two other houses
on this block. The house located in the southwest corner of this block at the
corner of Calle Colima and Avenida Montezuma was designed and constructed by the
same person who will be building the Applicant's house. Although the designs
are not identical, the general overall style and the use of a mixture of slant
and flat roof pitches was also used for this house.
4. Environmen-tal Assessment: The project is categorically exempt from the require-
ments of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and a Notice of Exemption
will be filed with the County Recorder.
5. Descriptiaa of the Request: The Applicant, Stuart Mood, is having this house
built for his personal residence.
The house has 1344 square feet of living area with two bedroom and a studio.
In addition, there is a 288-square-foot courtyard by the building and eight -foot -
high walls. The double -car garage has a connecting pedestrian door into the
courtyard. The building will have stucco siding. The basic roof plan is indicated
on the plot plan drawing. The garage and that half of the house with the bedrooms
and studio will have slant roofs covered with tile. The flat roof will be two
heights to provide for a 12-foot-high ceiling in the living roan and eight -foot -
high ceilings for the remainder of the rooms.
STAFF REPORT - PLANNING CCMISSICN
November 13, 1S184
Page 2.
STAFF CCMMENTS AND ANALYSIS
The floor plan and site plan comply with the City's adopted standards for single-
family houses. Because the cantyard is planned as a logical extension of the
building rather than just a fence enclosing a portion of the yard, staff recommends
that the wall remain eight -feet -high rather than be limited to the six-foot maximum
height for garden walls or perimeter fences. The fencing for the front yard will be
six -feet high.
The general style and roof design of the house provides for an interesting appearance
which avoids a "boxy" look. Nhile the slant roofs have 2'-foot overhangs, the sides
are flush with the walls of the building. Because of the building style and the
intention of the builder to maintain clean lines without the side overhangs, staff
recommends that this roof style be determined to be consistent with the intent of the
City's standards. The overall style of the house is compatible with existing develop-
ment in the area.
FINDINGS
1. The request is consistent with the requirements of the R-1 Zone and the goals
and objectives of the La Quinta General Plan.
2. The building design is compatible with the area development.
3. The project will not have a significant adverse impact on the environment.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Based upon the above findings, the Community Development Department recommends
approval of Plot Plan No. 84-083 in accordance with Exhibits A, B and C and subject
to the attached conditions.
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Principal Planner
Atchs: Conditions
Exhibits A, B and C
Lawrence L. Stevens, AICP
Community Development Department
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THIS APPROVAL IS SUBJECT TO THE FMZOKING CONDITIMS:
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. 84-083, 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„ oonteyplated by this approval which is begun with the two-year
period and is thereafter diligently pursued to canpletion.
3. water and sewage disposal facilities shall be installed in accordance with
the requirements of the Riverside Oounty 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 developer 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 minimum of two (2), 15-gallon, street trees. The plan shall indicate the
irrigation system and the location of the required three (3) outdoor water
spigots. Prior to the issuance of a Certificate of Oocupancy, the Applicant
shall install landscaping in accordance with the approved landscape plan.
All trees and plants shall be maintained in viable condition for the life of
the approved use.
6. The heating and cooling mechanical �-W eu �n nt shall be ground mrnmted.
7. Refuse containers and bottled gas containers shall be concealed by fencing
or landscaping.
8. The driveway shall be surfaced with concrete and have asphaltic concrete
connecting pavement to the existing street pavement. (2. "y q ,
9. The Applicant shall obtain clearances and/or permits from the following
agencies prior to submitting these plans to the Building Department for
plan check:
° Riverside County Health Department
° City Fire Marshal
° Community Development Department, Planning Division
° Desert sands Unified school District
10. The Applicant shall pay a school development fee as determined by the Desert
Sands unified School District in accordance with the school mitigation agree-
ment as approved by the City Council and in effect at the time of issuance of
a building permit.
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ITEM NO.y .
DATE /.3
PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING
RE:
MOTION BY: GOETCHEUS � KLIMKIEWICZ THORNBURGH
SECOND BY: GOETCHEUS M LUNG KLIMKIEWICZ ORNBURGHD
DISCUSSION: ��•
ROLL CALL VOTE:
COP!MISSIONERS: AYE NO ABSTAIN ABSENT PRESENT
GOETCHEUS
oO
UNANIMOUSLY ADOPTED:
YES
NO
MEMORANDUM
CITY OF LA QUINTA
To: The Honorable Chairman and Members of the Planning Commission
From: Community Development Department
Date: November 13, 1984
Subject: REVIEW OF REVISED SITE PLAN FOR TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO. 20016,
AMETMED NO. 1 , P 501*145 4 5 5o ci /l TE5
A condition of approval on Tentative Tract Map No. 20016, Amended No. 1, was that
the site plan be reviewed and approved by the Planning Omission for compliance
with the following performance standards:
1. Minurnnn distance between rears of buildings shall be 40 feet.
2. Minirnmm distance between sides of buildings shall be 10 feet.
3. Ml=zn setback from interior property lines shall be 20 feet.
4. Minimum distance between the side of one building and the rear
of an abutting building shall be 15 feet.
STAFF CO MIENTS
Staff has reviewed the revised site plan with respect to the above mentioned
requirements and has determined that the plan complies with the setback requirements.
STAFF RBCOMMENDATION
Staff recommends that the Planning Commission approve the site plan for Tentative
Tract Map No. 20016, Amended No. 1, as revised.
PREPARED BY: B
..,ra L. Bonner Lawrence L. Stevens, AICP
Principal Plan.aer Community Development Director
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