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1985 03 12 PC® 0 / AGENDA PLANNING C 1MISSION - CITY OF IA QUINTA A Regular Meeting to be held at the La Quinta City Hall, 78-105 Calle Estado, La Quinta, California March 12, 1985 7:00 p.m. 1. CALL TO ORDER A. Flag Salute 2. ROLL CALL 3. HEARINGS A. Public Use Case No. 84-001, An appeal on certain conditions of approval for a proposed church facility at the northwest corner of Miles Avenue and Adams Street; Family Heritage Church of the Valley, Applicant. 1. Report from Staff. 2. Motion for Adoption. B. General Plan Amendment No. 85-005, a proposal to amend the La Qainta General Plan by adding the Public Buildings and Facilities Element; Initiated by the City. 1. Report from Staff. 2. Resolution for Adoption. A. Minutes of the regular meeting of February 12, 1985. 5. BUSINESS A. Plot Plan No. 85-123, a request to construct a single-family dwelling at the northeast corner of Avenida Villa and Calle Chihuahua; Stuart Wood, Applicant. 1. Report from Staff. 2. Motion for Adoption. B. Plot Plan No. 85-124, a request to construct a single-family dwelling on the east side of Avenida Mendoza, 50' north of Calle Madrid; Rick Johnson Construction, Applicant. 1. Report from Staff. 2. Motion for Adoption. .9." 001 1 AGENDA - PLANNING COMMISSION March 12, 1985 Page 2. C. Plot Plan No. 85-125, a request to construct a single-family dwelling on west side of Avenida Rubio, 100' south of Calle Nogales; Rick Johnson Construction, Applicant. 1. Report from Staff. 2. Motion for Adoption. D. Plot Plan No. 85-126, a request to construct a single-family dwelling on the west side of Avenida Alvarado, 50' north of Calle Potrero; Rick Johnson Construction, Applicant. 1. Report from Staff. 2. Motion for Adoption. E. Plot Plan No. 85-127, a request to construct a single-family dwelling on the west side of Avenida Mendoza, 50' north of Calle Madrid; Rick Johnson Construction, Applicant. 1. Report from Staff. 2. Motion for Adoption- F. Plot Plan No. 85-128, a request to construct a single-family dwelling on the west side of Avenida Mendoza, 100' north of Calle Madrid; Rick Johnson Construction, Applicant. 1. Report from Staff. 2. motion for Adoption- G. Plot Plan No. 85-129, a request to construct a single-family dwelling on the west side of Avenida Velasco, 100' south of Calle Tampico; Rick Johnson Construction, Applicant. 1. Report from Staff. 2. Motion for Adoption- H. Plot Plan No. 85-130, a request to construct a single-family dwelling on the east side of Avenida Ramirez, 150' north of Calle Sonora; Cash Construction, Applicant. 1. Report from Staff. 2. Motion for Adoption. .9. 002 AGENDA - PLANNING COMMISSION March 12, 1985 Page 3. I. Plot Plan No. 85-131, a request to construct a single-family dwelling on the east side of Avenida Ramirez, 100' north of Calle Sonora; Cash Construction, Applicant. 1. Report from Staff. 2. Motion for Adoption, J. Plot Plan No. 85-132, a request to construct a single-family dwelling on the north side of San Timoteo Street, approximately 350' east of Avenida Fernando; Garvey Development, Applicant. 1. Report from Staff. J2. Notion for Adoption. K. Plot Plan No. 85-134, a request to construct a single-family dwelling on the east side of Avenida Juarez, 200' south of Calle Sonora; Larry Rogers, Applicant. 1. Report from Staff. 2. Notion for Adoption. L. Plot Plan No. 85-136, a request to construct a single-family dwelling on the west side of Avenida Fernando, 110' south of Coachella Drive; Edgar Construction, Applicant. 1. Report from Staff. 2. Motion for Adoption- M. Plot Plan No. 84-087, a revision to approved roof design for a single- family dwelling at the southeast corner of Avenida Carranza and Calle Sonora; Mr. & Mrs. Joseph Carpini, Applicants. 1. Report from Staff. 2. Notion for Adoption- N. Plot Plan No. 84-088, a request to construct a golf course maintenance building at the southeast corner of Calle Tampico and Avenida Obregon; Landmark Land Company, Applicant. 1. Report from Staff. 2. Motion for Adoption to Report Back to City Council. 11 AGENDA - PLANNING CCbMSSION March 12, 1985 Page 4. O. Street vacation No. 84-005, a request to vacate portions of Calle Tanp,co and Avenida obregon; Landmark Land Ccupany, Applicant. 1. Report from Staff. 2. Resolution for Adoption to Report Back to City Council. P. A Resolution amending Resolution Nos. P.C. 82-1 and P.C. 82-2 to establish a second regular meeting of the Planning Commission each month. 1. Report from Staff. 2. Resolution for Adoption. 00¢ ' ITEM NO. DATE PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING MOTION BY: GOETCHEUS SING KLIMKIEWICZ MORAN THORNBURGH �D�®di/✓µ/ SECOND BY: GOETCHEUS WALLING KLIMKIEWICZ MORAN THORNBURGH �Dy DISCUSSION: ROLL CALL - COX!MISSIONERS: AYE NO ABSTAIN ABSENT PRESENT GOETCHEUS f KLID7KMlICZ �/ MORAN -ice/ 4i1LLING — v THORNBURGH — UNANIMOUSLY ADOPTED: YES NO .D.� 005 r- 6 ITEM NO. DATE PLANNING COMMISSIONMEETING RE:y�/ci MOTION BY: GOETCHEUS 6TALLING KLIMKIEWICZ MDRAN THORNBURGH SECOND BY: GOETCHEUS K LLING KLIMKIEWICZ MRAN THORNBURGH DISCUSSION: C�a ROLL CALL VOTE: COMMISSIONERS: AYE NO ABSTAIN ABSENT PRESENT GOETCHEUS — KLDIKI34ICZ — MORAN — 6IIMLING — THORNBURGH — UNANIMOUSLY ADOPTED: YES NO 006 0 MEMORANDUM CITY OF LA QUINTA To: The Honorable Chairman and Members of the Planning Commission From: Catmiuiity Development Department Date: March 12, 1985 Subject: PUBLIC USE CASE NO. 84-001 Location: Northwest Corner of Miles Avenue and Adams Street Alignment Applicant: Family Heritage Church of the Valley Request: Appeal of Condition of Approval Requiring Installation of Dry Sewer Line The Applicant has withdrawn his request for appeal of a condition of approval on Public Use Case No. 84-001, a proposal to construct a church at the corner of Adams Street and Miles Avenue. No action is required by the Planning Commission. PREPARED BY: APPROVED BY: /� L. nner Lawrence L. Stevens, AICP Principal Planner Camaunity Development Director ,2,u 00 0 ITEM NO DATE PLLLANNING COMMISSION MEETING RE: <<� 4� 5- MOTION BY: GOETCHEUS,ING SECOND BY: GOET(�CHEUS>WALLING DISCUSSION:______��/,/�1�L KLIMKIEWICZ KLIMKIEWICZ r, Q MORAN THORNBURGH MORAN THORNBURGH VCXAC h. a, ROLL CALL VOTE: CO*!MISSIONERS: GOETCHEUS KLIMKIEWICZ Mow VV4 LLING THORNBURGH UNANIMOUSLY ADOPTED: AYE NO YES ABSTAIN NO ABSENT PRESENT — — 008 MEMORANDUM CITY OF LA QUINTA To: The Honorable Chairman and Manbers of the Planning Coimiissicn From: Ccmmmity Development Department Date: March 12, 1985 Subject: GENERAL PLAN AM1DMMlED1T NO. 85-005 - ADDING THE PUBLIC BUILDINGS AND FACILITIES ELEMENT A Staff Report will be distributed to you at the Study Session on Monday, March 11, 1985. Attached for your review is the proposed "Public Buildings and Facilities Element of the General Plan". Lawrence L. Stevens, AICP CcuuLmity Development Director LLS:dmv Atch: Report ,T.0 009 CITY OF LA QUINPA PUBLIC BUILDINGS AND FACILITIES Fd.II= I. Introduction The City of La Quinta is required by state law to adopt and implement a coprehensive long-term General Plan for the physical development of the City, consisting of seven required elements and any other elements which relate to the physical development of the City. In order to provide for a complete and comprehensive plan for the development of the comiunity in accord with state general plan requirements, it is deemed essential that provision be made for the adequacy of public buildings and facilities to serve existing and future residents of the City, and accordingly, that this general plan element be adopted and implemented forthwith. II. Purpose and Need The City of La Quinta was incorporated in 1982 and, on an interim basis, the City adopted the existing County General Plan. The City is now in the process of preparing its own complete General Plan which will include all required elements. Since its incorporation, the City has been and continues to experience significant development pressure in the form of applications and proposals for new residential and commercial land development within the City. At the present time, the City has serious deficiencies in that its public buildings and facilities are inadequate to serve its residents. Such inadequacies include, but are not necessarily limited to, the following: a. There are inadquate drainage facilities in the City which causes an immediate and serious threat to public health and safety since the City is located in several flood zones and is therefore subject to serious flooding of both a local and regional nature; b. 'There are currently no public safety buildings in the City, with the exception of the County -maintained fire station, which is inadequate to serve the health and safety needs of its residents. c. The City currently has no public administration and community buildings, such as city hall, community center, public library or corporation yawl. d. The City's existing park facilities are inadquate to provide for the City's public park and recreation needs and to accommodate the City's fast expanding population. e. The City's existing circulation system is inadequate to serve present and future residents and it is now essential to widen City streets which have inadequate width, =prove the circulation system to accommodate an anticipated increase in traffic, and to improve and develop bridges and traffic signals for suitable traffic flow and to minimize conflicts between vehicle, bicycle and pedestrian movement. f. There are currently no public schools in the City and all student residents must be bussed to schools located outside its boundaries. A substantial impact will be created on existing public facilities as new sub- divisions and other developments occur in the now undeveloped portions of the City and its extended planning area. This continued development of the City, with the consequent increase in population and in the use of public facilities, will impose increased requirements for such facilities and buildings, including, but not limited to, schools, parks, major streets and bridges, traffic signals, drainage facilities, and public buildings, such as fire stations, police facili- ties, library, multi -purpose community center, corporate maintenance facilities, and administration offices. The necessity for such public buildings and facilities (new or expanded) results, both directly and indirectly, from new development within the City. Financing of such needs cannot be met from ordinary - 2 - .©, .. 011 _1 City revenues. All development approvals and zone changes necessary to such new development moist be accomplished in accord with the General Plan and especially in accord with this public facilities and building element. It is hereby determined to be a basic tenet of the General Plan that areas planned for residential use shall not be put to such a use nor zone changes or subdivi- sion approvals considered until the City is assured that all necessary public facilities for the area to be developed can and will be available concurrent with community need. The quality of the subdivision and zoning ordinances and the manner of their administration, in accordance with this General Plan policy, will greatly affect the character of the future City. In order to implement this General Plan, it will be necessary to carefully administer the subdivision and zoning processes to ensure that all necessary public services are made available concurrent with need. III. Goal and Objective The goal and objective of this Public Facilities and Building Element is to provide a =Wrehensive public services and facilities and public building program for the citizens of the City of La Quinta now and in the future so as to ensure that all necessary public facilities will be available concurrent with need in connection with the development of the City pursuant to the balance of the General Plan. IV. Policy and Standards Before giving approval to zoning, rezoning, development or redevelopment proposals, the public health and safety and the general welfare of the community and all its citizens require that the proponent of any such actions shall present evidence satisfactory to the City that all necessary services and facilities and public buildings will be available concurrent with need and that such proponent will contribute its fair share thereto. Such evidence and assurances may include the following concepts, policies and standards: - 3 - ,11,9 012 ih ,I 1. It is fair, equitable and appropriate that developers be required to bear the prime responsibility for providing said public and conmuLity facilities to serve the needs of those who will reside in the development area. Said required public facilities and services may be provided and financed by developer impact fees, special assessments, other developer exactions, or some canbination thereof, including City contribution where appropriate. In the case of developer impact fees, such fees should be fairly apportioned between new residents and existing community development. 2. For those services and facilities provided by another entity, such as public utility conLOany or school district, the City should continue to be guided by an appropriate certificate of availability from such entity. 3. For those services and facilities provided by the City, in order to establish a policy that will allow development to proceed in an orderly manner while ensuring that the requirements of the General Plan, including this Public Buildings and Facilities Element, will be satisfied, it is appropriate to establish an equitable fee to be imposed upon new development. The payment of such a fee will assist the City in funding a construction program to provide such public facilities as they are required and demanded. If a developer agrees to pay said development inpaact fee, the City could make its required finding that all necessary public facilities and services will be available concurrent with need and, in the event such finding cannot be made, the City shall be required to disapprove such development as not consistent with the General Plan. - 4 - �13 It MEMORANDUM CITY OF LA QU1NTA To: The Honorable Chairman and Memmbers of the Planning Commission From: Community Development Department Date: March 12, 1985 Subject: GENERAL PLAN AMUMMENT NO. 85-005, A Proposal to Arrend the La Quinta General Plan by Adding "Public Buildings and Facilities Element; City Initiated. Introduction The City of La Quinta is required by state law to adopt and implement a comprehensive long-term General Plan for the physical development of the City, consisting of seven required elements and any other elements which relate to the physical development of the City. In order to provide for a complete and comprehensive plan for the develop - meet of the community in accord with state general plan requirenents, it is essential that provision be made for the adequacy of public buildings and facilities to serve existing and future residents of the City. Accordingly, the "Public Buildings and Facilities Element" will establish goals and objectives for the iummplementation of policies necessary for providing needed public buildings and facilities. PUBLIC BUILDING & FACILITY NEEDS FOR CURRENT AND FUTURE RESIDENTS Since its incorporation, the City has been and continues to experience significant development pressure in the form of applications and proposals for new residential and commercial land development within the City. At the present time, the City has wericus deficiencies in that its public buildings and facilities are inadequate to serve its current and future residents. The goal and objective of this Public Facilities and Building Element is to provide a comprehensive public services and facilities and public building program for the citizens of the City of La Quinta now and in the future so as to ensure that all necessary public facilities will be available concurrent with need in connection with the develop ent of the City pursuant to the balance of the General Plan. The La Quinta Community projections, based upon meat within the next JANUARY 1 1985 1990 1995 Development Department has developed the following population consideration of existing, approved and anticipated develop - ten years: 8,500 15,900 23,500 HOUSING UNITS 3,900 7,340 10,841 STAFF REPORT - PLANNING COMMISSION March 12, 1985 Page 2. The following is a summary of the needs for public buildings, public safety buildings, recreational facilities, bridges, major thoroughfares, traffic signals, pedestrian signals, and drainage, based upon these projections for population and housing units: Public Buildings City Hall. The City is currently leasing a private office building with approximately 3000 square feet. With the increase in City Staff since incorporation, this space is currently insufficient. The City will be installing terporary office trailers with a total of 1650 additional square feet on a lot adjacent to City Hall in April, 1985. Based upon estimated population and a review of comparable facilities in other Coachella Valley cities, phased construction of an ultimate 25,000-square-foot facility is warranted. Public Library. Residents have use of the Riverside City and County Public Library System, with the nearest branches being in Palm Desert, Indio and Palm Desert Country Club. A bookmobile visits the City once a week. According to figures provided by the Facilities Planner and Head Librarian for the Riverside City and County Public Library System, the current population warrants a 3000-square-foot library, comparable with the existing facility in Cathedral City. They reccmTend that the facility be expanded to 6000 square feet for the anticipated 1990 population of 15,900, and to approximately 9000 square feet for the projected 1995 population of 23,500. Ccuuwuty Center. The only public assembly building available for the residents's use is a 2500-square-foot building located at the La Quinta City Park. The building contains an assembly/general purpose room with a stage, a kitchen and restrooms. The structure is not in ccupliance with current construction code or earthquake standards; therefore, substantial structural modifications would be required in order to expand the current building. Since the building is owned and operated by Coachella Valley Recreation and Parks District, the District's recreational activities have priority in the use of the building. There are no other facilities within La Quinta for either youth or the elderly. Corporation Yard. The City is currently leasing a 4000-square-foot lot adjacent to the City Park for use as a corporation yard. Improvements include fencing and a 10' x 20' metal shed for storage. With the exception of this small shed, city vehicles and equipment are stored outside on the graveled lot. There are no facilities for the maintenance and repair of City vehicles and equipment. Public Safety Buildi Public Safety Building. The City is currently contracting with Riverside County Sheriff's Department for police protection and associated services. As the population increases, the demand for police services provided by the City may result due to a desire for local control of the department, the level of service economically provided through contract with the Sheriff, and the responsiveness of the Sheriff's Department to local concerns. STAFF REPORT - PLANNING COMMISSION March 12, 1985 Page 3. Fire stations. The only fire station within the City limits is located on Avenue 52 approximately cne-eighth mile east of Avenida Bermudas. The station building is owned by Riverside County Fire Department, and the land is owned by the Desert Club of La Quinta, to which ownership of the land will revert if this station is relocated. The station has approximately 3000-square-feet total, which is one-half the space standard for new stations of similar type. The equipment includes two engines owned by Riverside County Fire Department, one of which is used as backup and is loaned out to other stations when needed. Also stationed here are three vehicles awned by the La Quinta Volunteer Fire Association; a quick -attack vehicle, a reserve unit and a squad truck. Because of the age and high mileage of the two engines, Riverside County will replace one engine with a new unit in April, 1985. The station has one paid 24-hour firefighter position, with assistance provided by the volunteers. The station's five-minute response time is limited to that area within a three-mile radius, as measured along roadways. Therefore, a substantial portion of the City is outside the five-minute response time of this station and other existing stations in Indian Wells and Bernuda Dunes. Based upon this situation and other factors, including water system fireflow, population and manning levels of the station, the Insurance Service Office (ISO) rating for the City is 7 to 9, with 10 being the poorest level of protection. The report entitled Fire Protection Recommendations endations for the Coachella Valley, prepared by Riverside County Fire Department as a basis for their future facility and personal plan for the area, reoamends the construction of five new stations, two of which are located within the current City limits of La Quinta. ° A station to be located in the vicinity of Washington Street and Highway 111, equipped with one engine company having one Fire Apparatus Engineer and one Firefighter per shift. Recommended date of completion is December, 1985. ° A station to be located at Madison Street and Avenue 54, equipped with the following: a telesquirt/engine company with one Fire Apparatus Engineer and one Firefighter per shift; a medic unit with two Firefighters/Paramedics; and an additional engine company by buildout of PGA West. Recreational Facilities The only local park within the City is the four -acre La Quinta Park, which was originally purchased by the La Quinta Property Owners Association and is now owned and operated by the Coachella Valley Recreation and Parks District. The park has one lighted baseball field, two lighted basketball courts, and a children's play area. Th partially accamodate the demand for organized sports programs by residents, this facility is augmented by temporary playing fields located west of Eisenhower Drive near San Lucas Street and north of Avenue 52 at Adams Street alignment. These two tenporary playing fields have no permanent improvements, and use of the land will terminate at such time that development occurs on this private property. .91$ STAFF REPORT - PLANNING COMMISSION March 12, 1985 Page 4. Under the standards established by the Quimby Act, three acres of recreational facilities is warranted per 1000 in population. Based upon City population projections and subtracting the existing four -acre park facility, the current unmet and future anticipated requirements for recreational facilities are as follows: ° 1985 26 Acres of Parkland ° 1990 48 Acres of Parkland ° 1995 71 Acres of Parkland Currently, the nearest public swimming facilities for residents are the pool operated by Coachella Valley Recreation and Parks District in Indio, and Lake Cahuilla Regional Park operated by Riverside County Parks Department. While the newer develop- ments generally have swimming facilities, the approximately 6200 lots in the older Cove area have inadequate size to permit construction of private pools unless more than one lot is used per house. In a survey distributed by the City to residents, provision of a cammmity swimming pool was rated as having the top priority. Bridges The following bridges are currently existing within or adjacent to the City: ° Washington Street at the Whitewater River, a half -width, two-lane bridge (located within the County area). ° Washington Street at the La Quinta Stornwater Channel, a half -width, two-lane bridge. ° Eisenhower Drive at La Quinta Stoznwater Channel, a half -width, two-lane bridge. ° Jefferson Street at the La Quinta Stonrwater Channel, a part -width, two-lane bridge (located within the City of Indio). ° Jefferson Street at the All American Canal, a half -width, two-lane bridge (east half located within Riverside County). In accordance with the adopted Circulation Element of the La Quinta General Plan, (see Attachment #1) which designates the above streets as arterial or major highways, these five bridges must be widened to a m;nimzn of four lanes to acccuucdate expansion of the City road system. In addition, the following two existing surface crossings will require all-weather crossings in the future to provide for safe and efficient circulation within the City: ° Jefferson Street at the Whitewater River, ultimately a four -lane bridge. ° Avenue 50 at La Quinta Stormaater Channel, ultimately a four -lane bridge. Major Thoroughfares The major thoroughfares are those streets which provide the backbone for the traffic circulation system of the City and are designated within the Circulation Element of the La Quinta General Plan. "Major Thoroughfares" are defined as the following streets: s 017 STAFF REPORT - PLANNING COMMISSION March 121 1985 Page 5. ° Arterial Highway, 110' right-of-way, four travel lanes with 22-foot-wide, raised center median. ° Major Highway, 100' right -of -dray, four travel lanes with a 12-foot-aide, raised center median. ° Secondary Highway, 88' right-of-way, four travel lanes, no center turn lane or median. ° Collector Street Major deficiencies of the major thoroughfare system, in light of current and projected traffic levels and circulation needs within the City, are as follows: ° Inadequate street width to accommodate existing and anticipated traffic levels. ° varying pavement widths along partially improved streets resulting in increased traffic hazards for motorists. ° Piecemeal improvements to the overall thoroughfare system adversely affecting both internal circulation and areawide circulation. ° Deteriorating pavement due to age, construction standards and increased traffic levels. ° Lack of curb and gutter resulting in an increased rate of roadway deterioration due to damage from uncontrolled drainage and from vehicles. ° back of medians separating traffic on high traffic arterial and major highways resulting in increased safety hazards. Traffic Signals As the amount of traffic increases within the City, traffic signals are required to increase the efficiency and carrying capacity of streets by providing for the flow of traffic with minimal delays, congestion and safety hazards. In addition to increasing efficiency of individual streets, a coordinated citywide signal plan provides for smooth and efficient flow throughout the entire major thoroughfare system. Installation of individual traffic signals are warranted on a case by case after review of traffic volumes, speed survey data, existing roadway conditions and accident reports. After preliminary review of the current and planned improvements to the thoroughfare system, the City Engineer has tentatively determined that traffic signals will be warranted in the next ten years at 18 major intersections, including the two existing signalized intersections of Washington Street at Eisenhower Drive and at Highway 111. Pedestrian Signals As traffic volumes and City population increase, more conflicts will arise between motorists, pedestrians and bicyclists. Essentially, the same criteria as for traffic signals is followed with an additional factor being adjacent land uses. The City 9ls,. STAFF REPORT - PLANNING C 14USSION March 12, 1985 Page 6. Engineer recommends the installation of pedestrian signals at Eisenhower adjacent to La Quinta Park, and on Avenue 50 adjacent to the school site where pedestrian traffic is the highest and traffic volumes on the streets are significant. Drainage There are currently no local drainage facilities within the City. Of course, the City does have some regional flood protection with the unimproved Bear Creek Channel, Oleander Reservoir, the La Quinta Stormrater Evacuation Channel and the Phnitewater River Channel. This has resulted in a threat to public health and safety due to the runoff. In addition, the uncontrolled runoff has resulted in damage to private property and damage to public streets. The City, through its Redevelopment Agency, plans to construct major flood control facilities alongthe east and west sides of the Cove. This system, while constructed to accept local drainage, does not include a conveyance system to collect the local drainage. CONCLUSIONS 1. The City currently has no public administration and community buildings, such as City Hall, a Com inity Center, a Public Library, or permanent Corporation Yard, all of which are warranted by current and anticipated City population. 2. The only public safety building within the City, the existing fire station on Avenue 52, is inadequate to serve the health and safety needs of the current and future residents. 3. The City's only local park is inadequate to serve the current recreational needs of the residents. 4. The current road system, including associated bridges, traffic control devices and related facilities, will be inadequate to serve future population needs due to inadequate width, poor condition of existing pavement. 5. Vtdle regional flood control improvements will resolve many concerns related to drainage, major improvements of the local storm drain system will be required to pmvide adequate flood protection for current and future residents. g1 1 e. 1. A General Plan provides for the short-term and long-term physical development needs of a City. 2. There is considerable evidence to substantiate that the City has major deficiencies in certain public building and facilities. i STAFF REPORT - PLANNING COMMISSION March 12, 1985 Page 7. 3. The establishment of a Public Building and Facilities Element as part of the La Quinta General Plan will provide the City with an opportunity to establish goals and policies regarding this important c on-ponent of community development. 4. Approval of this General Plan Amendment will not have a significant effect on the environment and the preparation of an Environmental Impact Report is not necessary. Based upon the above findings, the Community Development Department recommends adoption of the attached Resolution approving General Plan Amendment No. 85-005 adding a "Public Buildings and Facilities Element", as set forth in the attachment, to the La Quinta General Plan. L. Bonner Principal Planner SLB:dmv Atch: Resolution KB " Lawrence L. Stevens, AICP Community Development Director m ITEM NO. DATE PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING RE: MOTION BY: GOETCHEU FF"'ING KLIMKIEWICZ MORAN SECOND BY: GOETCHEUS VALLING , IMKIEWICZ MORAN DISCUSSION: U�• ROLL CALL VOTE: THORNBURGH THORNBURGH COMMISSIONERS: AYE NO ABSTAIN ABSENT PRESENT GOETCHEUS - IMIMKIEWICZ - MORAN - VQALLING - THORMBURGH - UNANIMOUSLY ADOPTED: YES NO 0 07j Am ® MINUTES PLANNING COMUSSION - CITY OF LA QUINTA A Regular Meeting Held at the La Quanta City Hall, 78-105 Calle Estado, La Quanta, California February 12, 1985 7:00 p.m. 1. CALL TO ORDER A. Chairman Thornburgh called the Planning CG ssion meeting to order at 7:00 o.m. He then called upon ComnissiOner Klimkiewicz to lead the flag salute 2. ROLL CALL A. Chairman Thornburgh requested the roll call. The Secretary called the roll: Present: Crnnissioners GOetcheus, Klimkiewicz, Moran, Walling and Chairman Thornburgh Also present w Community Develoumnt Director Lawrence L. Stevens, Principal Planner Sandra L. Bo r and Secretary Donna Velotta 9. CONSENT CALENDAR A. Moved by Commissioner Goetcheus, seconded by Crnmissioner Moran to approve the minutes of the regular meeting of January 8, 1985. 1. The minutes of the regular meeting of January 8, 1985 were approved as submitted. Unanimously adopted. 5. BUSINESS Chairman Thornburgh called upon Staff to report on the 15 single-family dwelling requests for construction approval before the Planning Conn ssion. Community Develoinent Director Lawrence Stevens stated that as these 15 requests for construction approval had been reviewed at the study session the day prior, he would identify each request and the Planning CoftMl SsiOn could then rule on them as a wdrole. He stated that Staff is recnmmending approval of each of the requests. Director Stevens identified each request as folly : A. Plot Plan No. 85-106, a request to construct a single-family dwelling on the west side of Avenida Madero, 180' south of Calle Monterey; Tom Hartung, Applicant. B. Plot Plan No. 85-107, a request to construct a single-family dwelling on the east side of Avenida Madero, 150' south of Calle Durango; Kenneth Copple, Applicant. C. Plot Plan No. 85-108, a request to construct a single-family dwelling on the east side of Avenida Villa, approximately 150' north of Calle Ensenada; David Cervantes, Applicant. D. Plot Plan No. 85-109, a request to aanstruct a single-family dwelling on the west side of Avenida Juarez, 150' south of Calle Madrid; Rick Johnson Construction, Applicant. E. Plot Plan No. 85-110, a request to construct a single-family dwelling on the west side of Avenida Villa, 150' north of Calle Durango; Rick Johnson Construction, Applicant. F. Plot Plan No. 85-111, a request to construct a single-family dwelling on the east side of Avenida Herrera, 200' north of Calle Colima; Rick Johnson Construction, Applicant. 24 Alk ® MUUTES - PLANNING COMMISSION February 12, 1985 Page 2. G. Plot Plan No. 85-112, a request to construct a single-family dwelling on the vest side of Avenida Ramirez, 150' north of Calls Hidalgo; Dan and Ann Jennings, Applicants. H. Plot Plan No. 84-113, a request to construct a single-family dwelling on the southwest corner of Calle TanQico and Calle Paloma; Manuel Abarca; Applicant. I. Plot Plan No. 85-114, a request to construct a single-family dwelling on the west side of Avenida Ramirez, 200' south of Calls Temecula; Desert Design Development, Applicant. J. Plot Plan No. 85-115, a request to construct a single-fandly dwelling on the west side of Avenida Bernud<as, 100' north of Calle Colima; Desert Design Development, Applicant. K. Plot Plan No. 85-116, a request to construct a single-family dwelling on the west side of Avenida Alvarado, 200' north of Calle Tecate; Desert Design Development, Applicant. L. Plot Plan No. 85-117, a request to construct a single-family dwelling on the west side of Eisenhower Drive, 250' north of Calls Temecula; Desert Design Development, Applicant. M. Plot Plan No. 85-118, a request to construct a single-family dwelling on the east side of Eisenhower Drive, 50' north of Calls Terecula; Desert Design Development, Applicant. N. Plot Plan No. 85-119, a request to construct a single-family dwelling on the northeast corner of Calls Durango and Avenida Madero; Salvadore Pina, Applicant. P. Plot Plan No. 85-103, a request to construct a single-family dwelling on the east side of Eisenhower Drive, 225' north of Coachella Drive; Rick Johnson Construction for John Rafferty, Applicant. 2. Commissioner Walling made a motion based on the findings in the staff reports to approve Plot Plans Nos. 85-106 thru 85-119 and Plot Plan No. 85-103 in accordance with Exhibits A, B and C for each plot plan, and subject to the attached conditions of approval for each plot plan request. Crnmissioner Coetcheus seconded the notion. Onanvmoisly adopted. D. Chairman Thornburgh identified the last item of business as Plot Plan No. 85-105, a request to construct an entry gate and perimeter wall for portions of the La Quints Calf Estates Subdivision; T.K.D. Associates, Applicant. He called for the staff report. 1. Sandra Bonner, Principal Planner, explained that the La Quinta Golf Estates Hameowner's Association is requesting approval for the following five items: ° Relocate the existing entry gate located on Coachella Drive easterly of Avenida Fernando to Coachella Drive, 115 Feet easterly of Washington Street right-of-way. ° Mrp ove the Coachella Drive entryway with two access and one egress lanes, six -foot -high, wrought iron gates, two telephone control boxes and an area proposed for a future gatehouse. ° Install two, six -foot -high wroight iron emergency access gates on Avenida Fernando. ° Install a "temporary" six -foot -high grapestake security fence with pilasters 12 foot on center, extending from the existing Club La Quints wall on the southerly end of Avenida Fernando, along the rear property lines of the lots located within the blocks bounded by Eisenhower Drive and El Nido Avenue, to an existing wall located approximately 120 feet northeasterly of the north end of Avenida Fernando. ® 023 ® mnums - PLANNING CC6WSSICN February 12, 1985 Page 3. ° Construct two low entry walls at the corners of Coachella Drive and Eisenhower Drive for the purpose of installing signs for the developrent's name. Principal Planner Bonner noted discussions in the Staff Report and at the study session relating to concerns regarding the perimeter wall being proposed. She rated that CatmissiOner Gnetcheu5 had suggested during the study session the possibility of phasing these these inQts primarily by allowing the approval of the gates, but deferring any decision on the perimeter wall. Ms. Bonner advised that Staff has received many letters, phone calls and in -person visits from residents of the la Quinta Golf Estates regarding this proposal. The letters are on file in the Canmmity Development Department. Principal Pla Bonner stated that this request is substantially different from previous proposals in the City for walling and gating of planned residential developments, with the major differences being: ° Only a portion of the subdivision is included in the proposal. ° The street and lot layout was planned without consideration of possible installation of gating and perimeter wall. This is indicated by the 10 streets accessing directly onto Eisenhower Drive, the location of lots fronting Eisenhower Drive and the lack of a connecting internal circulation system. ° The existing houses were design and sited without consideration of possible future gating and fencing. This is Shawn by the locations of the driveways and garages with respect to the perimeter of the project. • 'hoe wall is being constructer) after hares have been built in the subdivision. Aside from the above design cancerns, there is a psychological factor whereby residents and Property owners have associated the identity or image of their neighborhood with the subdivision as a whole, even though it is physically separated along nmmerans streets. The installation of gates and fencing around only a portion of the subdivision will Physically and visually divide the neighborhood. Ms. Bonner advised that the la Quinta Golf Estates Baneomer's Association has recently hired Berryman S Stephenson Associates to study the concerns regarding the perimeter wall. A report should be oanplete within 30 days. Ms. Bonner stated that Staff is recam rding, on the basis of Co missia'er Goetcheus' suggestion, that the Planning Cc m sion approve the location of the entry gate on Coachella Drive, the location of an access gate on the southerly extension of Avenida Fernando and a fixed fence on the northerly extension of Avenida Fernando, subject to the conditions of approval. Ms. Bonner and Cacmnnity Development Director Lawrence L. Stevens reviewed the conditions of approval. After a lengthy discussion between the Canmissionn and Staff, Principal Planner Bonner read aloud the 13 conditions of approval. Chairman Thornburgh advised those present that even though this is an item under Business on the Agenda and not a public hearing, it has been decided by Staff and the Cc mission that anyone who Wadd like to speak on this matter may do so at this time. The following is a list of speakers on the proposed matter: Fred Rice, 98-780 Eisenhower Drive, La Quinta Morgan Ward, 98-800 San Pedro, Ia Quints (President of the Lkmeowncrs Association) ® MINUTES - PIANNING CC MISSICN February 12, 1985 Page 4. John Waters, la Quinta Bill Came, 49-847 Coachella Drive, Ia Quints Tom Docey, T.K.D. Associates, Landscape Architect for the project Sam Field, 49-779 Candeleria Drive, Ia Quints Ed O'Connell, 78-047 San Tinoteo, Ia Quints Chuck Billman, Avila, Ia Quinta After much discussion, it was decided to add Condition No. 14 to read as follows: "14. Prior to the operation of the approved entry gates, the perimeter wall or fencing shall be installed." Chairman Thornburgh called for a motion. 2. Commissioner Walling moved to approve the location of the entry gate on Coachella Drive, the location of an access gate on the southerly extension of Avenida Fernando and a fixed fence on the northerly extension of Avenida Fernando, subject to the conditions of approval, as amended. No decision will be determined regarding the perimeter wall until after receipt of the report from Berryman & Stephenson. commissioner Goetcheas seconded the motion. Unanimcusly adopted. . do- There being no further items of agenda to cone before the Commission, Chairman Thornburgh called for a motion to adjourn. cmnissioner Walling made a motion to adjourn to the next regular meeting of March 12, 1985, at 7:00 p.m., in La Quints City Hall, 78-105 Calle Estado, La Quinta, California. Chairman Thornburgh seconded the motion. Unanimously adopted. The regular meeting of the Planning Cawission of the City of La Quints, California, was adjourned at 8:30 p.m., February 12, 1985, in the Ia Quinta City Hall, 78-105 Celle Fstado, La Quinta California. �) 025 RE: u ITEM NO. DATE PLANNING COMMISSION �MEETING �4+ 75—/23{cs� MOTION BY: GOETCHEUS VULIJING IMKIEWICZ MORAN THORNBURGH SECOND BY: GOETCHEUS VVJ LING KLIMKIEWICZ 2K1RAN THORNBURGH DISCUSSION: 2- - a, ROLL CALL VOTE: COMMISSIONERS: AYE NO ABSTAIN ABSENT PRESENT GOETCHEUS — KLIMKIEWICZ — MORAN — WJ,LING — THORNBURGH — UNANIMOUSLY ADOPTED: YES NO .0, 026'. MEMORANDUM CITY OF LA QUINTA To: The Honorable Chairman and Members of the Planning Conmission From: Community Development Department Date: March 12, 1985 Subject: PLOT PLAN NO. 85-123 Location: Southeast Corner of Avenida Villa and Calle Chihuahua Applicant: Stuart A. Wood Request: Approval to Construct a Sinqle-Family House 1. General Plan: Low Density Residential (3-5 dwellings/acre). 2. Zoninq: R-1*++ (One Family Dwellings, 17' Height Limit, 1200-Square-Foot Minimum Dwelling Size). 3. Existing Conditions: The project site is a 50' x 100' partially vegetated, vacant lot. The neighborhood is typical for Cove development with vacant lots and scattered housing. The proposed house is situated on one lot as are the 13 other houses on the block. Existing development in the neighborhood consists of conventional California Ranch style development with sloping roofs. 4. Environmental considerations: The project is categorically exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CDQA) pursuant to Section 15303 of the CEOA guidelines. A Notice of Exemption will be filed with the County Recorder contingent upon approval of the project. 5. Description of the Request: The Applicant is intending to construct the single- family house for his own personal residence. The house has 1200 square feet (per staff calculations) of living area with two bedrooms, one study/den, two baths and an attached double -car garage. The garage is to contain one pedestrian door connected into the house. The house is to have an off-white stucco exterior. The house is also proposed to have varying roof lines and slopes incorporating several different type materials. The roof will be sloping with a 3.5 and 12 pitch composed of Spanish tile at portions of the east, west and south ends of the house. At the central portion, along the north elevation and along a portion of the west end of the house, the roof is to be flat covered with white composition shingles. �, 027 STAFF REPORT - PLANNING CCPMIISSION March 12, 1985 Page 2. The setbacks are 20 feet from Avenida Villa (front yard), a 14-foot rear yard setback, a 13-foot side setback facing onto Calle Chihuahua, and a 5-foot interior lot side setback. The maxiimm house height is 16.5 feet. The garage faces out onto Calle Chihuahua and is set back from the street 20 feet for adequate off-street parking. Four 15-gallon trees are proposed, but plans show these within the City right-of-way and they will have to be moved on -site. The Applicant has indicated that the air-conditioning and heating system will be ground mounted. The floor plan, height and siting comply with the R-1*++ Zoning and the City's adopted minim= standards for single-family dwellings. The house has a rather unique design, particularly with regard to the roof design. The roof lines vary with sloping tile roof portions at the west and east ends of the house visible from Calle Chihuahua, and a sloping tile roof portion visible along Avenida Villa. The roof shortens and is flat along the mid -portion of the house along Calle Chihuahua. The garage is located to the rear of the lot which allows for a mountain view from the front of the house. The Applicant intends to eventually construct an uncovered patio in the front yard. The house is expected to upgrade the architecture of the area and provide a very functional and attractive living environment. The proposed house is generally compatible with the surrounding development. The overall design, roof style, mass, bulk, and height of the proposed project is compatible with the neighboring development. The proposed stucco exterior and architectural design is consistent with surrounding houses. The house is sited on one lot with an east -west orientation as are other homes in the vicinity. Therefore, the Applicant's proposal to construct the house on a single lot should be compatible with siting of neighboring development. FINDINGS 1. The project will not have a significant adverse impact on the environment. 2. The request is consistent with the requirements of the R-1*++ Zone and goals and objectives of the La Quinta General Plan. 3. The building design is compatible with the area development contingent upon the conditions of approval. STAFF RECOrMIENDATION Based upon the above findings, the Community Development Department recommends approval of Plot Plan No. 85-123 in accordance with Exhibits A, B and C and subject to the attached conditions. 7?� STAFF REPORT - PLANNING COMMISSION March 12, 1985 Page 3. Gary W. Price Associate Planner GWP:dmv Atch: 1. Conditions 2. Exhibits A, B and C APPROVED Lawrence L. Stevens, AICP Community Developpmt Director IN NO 02,7 • 2VIS APPROVAL IS SUWWT TD TM POLL* M CQMMC S 1. She develgVMt of the site stall be in confoomwe with the bddbits A, 8 and C oamtained in the file for Plot Plan No.85-123 , unless otherwise as�enda I by the following conditions. 2. She approved plot plan shall be used within two years of the approval date; otherwise, it mall beoare mill and void and of no effect whatsoever. gy "use" is meant the beginning of substantial construction, not including grading, contavlated by this approval which is begun with the two-year period and is thereafter diligently pursued to ompletion. 3. Water and sewage disposal facilities stall be installed in acoordance with the requirese nts of the Riverside County Health Department. 4. Fire protection shall be provided in accordance with the standards of the Uniform Fine Code as adopted by the City of la Quinta. S. Prior to the issuance of a building permit, the developer stall 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 minim nn of four (4), 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 stall 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. The four (4) street trees shall be located on the Applicant's proy. 6. She heating and cooling mechanical equipment shall be ground mounted, or screened entirely by the roof structure. 7. Refuse containers and bottled gas containers shall be concealed by fencing or landscaping. 8. 'hie 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 stall obtain clearances and/or permits from the following agencies prior to submitting these plans to the Building Department for Plan liana: " Riverside County Health Department ° City Fire Marshal ° Community Development Department, Planning Division ° Desert Sands Unified School District 10. 7he 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. A letter fran Dessert Sands Unified School District stating that these fees have been paid shall be presented to the Community Development Department,, Building Division, prior to issuance of a building permit. ITEM NO. DATE Z 8 S PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING MOTION BY: GOETCHEUS 1 W IW, KLIMKIEWICZ RAN THORNBURGH SECOND BY: GOETCHEUS VV LLING KLIMKIEWICZ THORNBURGH DISCUSSION: Zl(• G ROLL CALL VOTE: COMMISSIONERS: AYE NO ABSTAIN ABSENT PRESENT GOETCHEUS - KL]2,E gICZ - MORAN - WILING - THORNBURGH - UNANIMOUSLY ADOPTED: YES NO 0 031 MEMORANDUM CITY OF LA QUINTA To: The Honorable Chairman and Members of the Planning Commission From: CaMmity Develognent Department Date: March 12, 1985 Subject: PLOT PLAN NO. 85-124 Location: Fast Side of Avenida Mendoza, 50' North of Calle Madrid Applicant: Rick Johnson Construction Request: Approval to Construct a Single -Family Dwelling Intended for Sale BACKGROUND 1. General Plan: Low 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 east side of Avenida Mendoza, 50' north of Calle Madrid. The, surrounding area has been developed with peaked roofs and wood -paneled, single-family hones on single lots. 4. Erivirom mental Assessment: The project is categorically exewt 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 Request: The Applicant, who is a contractor, is requesting approval to construct a single-family house which has already been presold. Rick Johnson has received 14 previous approvals for similar houses. Nine hones have been completed, two are under construction and none are in plan check. This application has been submitted concurrently with five other applications. All of the Applicant's hones have been sold and these are no current vacant ones. The house has 1592 square feet of usable living area, with three bedrooms exceeding the 10-foot clear dimension required, two baths and an attached two -car garage with a connecting pedestrian door into the house. The building will have off-white stucco and a light tan, asphalt shingle roof. The overall height is approximately 162 feet. The house will have a 20-foot front setback, a 16-foot rear setback, and 5-foot sideyard setbacks. There are 24" eaves and a 4 and 12 pitch, gable peaked roof. �32 STAFF REPORT - PLANNING CONMISSICN March 12, 1985 Page 2. STAFF COMMENTS AND ANALYSIS The floor plan, height and siting of the house canplies with the R-1*++ zoning requinenents, and the City's adopted minimum standards for single-family houses. The house design is compatible with surrounding development and the roof style is consistent. Rick Johnson is proposing two other homes in the immediate area and has provided minor alterations to the exterior of the homes to add variety. The hame's size and bulk are canparable to that of surrounding dwellings. 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 significant adverse impact on the environment and is categorically exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act. STAFF RECONHENDATION Based upon the above findings, the Community Development Department recommends approval of Plot Plan No. 85-124 in accordance with Exhibits A, B and C and subject to the attached conditions. Tamara J.�bell Assistant Planner Atch: 1. Conditions 2. Eyhibits A, B and C Lawrence L. Stevens, AICP Cam=ity Development Director 033 THIS APPFmOM IS MWECT 70 7HE FMONING OMMITIONS 1. The deunelapnamt of the site shall be in oonmfar anoe with the Efiibits A, B and C contained in the file for Plot Plan No.85-124 , unless otherwise amended by the following conditions. 2. 2he approved plot plan shall be used within two years of the approval date; otherwise, it stall become mull and void and of no effect whatsoever. By "use" is ameant the beginning of substantial construction, not including gradiJs, contaVlated by this appswal which is begun with the two-year period and is thereafter diligently pursued to Ompletion. 3. Water and sewage disposal facilities stall be installed in a000v:darmoe with the requirements of the Riverside Qxvrty Health Department. 4. Fire protection stall be provided in accordance with the standards of the Uniform Fire Code as adopted by the City of la Winter. S. Prior to the issuance of a building permit, the developer stall 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 miniman of two (2), 15-gallon, street trees. Me plan stall indicate the irrigation system and the location of the required three (3) outdoor water spigots. Prior to the issuance of a Oertificate of Oocupancy, the Applicant BM" install landscaping in acoordance with the approved landscape plan. All trees and plants shall be maintained in viable condition for the life of the approved use. 6. 2ie heating and cooling mechanical equipment shall be ground mounted, or screened entirely by the roof structure. 7. Refuse containers and bottled gas containers shallbe xxkLW Tom" by fencing or landscaping. 8. 7he driveway shall be surfaced with concrete and have asphaltic concrete connecting pavement (a 2" x 4" header) to the existing street pavement. 9. 11,e Applicant shall obtain clearances and/or permits from the following agencies prior to suhmitting these plans to the Building Department for plan check: ° Riverside County Health Department • City Fire Marshal ° Oammu ty Develognent Dgmrtmermt, Planning Division ° Desert Sands Unified School District 10. 7he Applicant shall pay a school develgmmt 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 peunit. A letter fran Desert Sands Unified School District stating that these fees have been paid shall be presented to the Oommuiity Development Department, Building Division, prior to issuance of a building permit. .0 0 0 3,4 2-,�F ��itl )7rAi ^' MEMORANDUM CITY OF LA GUINTA To: 7ne Honorable Chairman and Members of the P lanning Camiission From: 10am4mity Development Department Date: March 12, 1985 Subject: KM PLAN NO. 85-125 Iocation: [Nest Side of Avenida Rubio, south of Calle Nogales Applicant: Rick Johnson 0onstn=tion Request: Approval to Construct a Single -Family Dwelling intended for Sale BACKGROUND D 1. General Plan: low Density Residential (3-5 dwellings/acre). 2. Zoning: R-1*++ (One -Family Dwellings, 171 Height Limit, 1200-Square-Foot Minin"n DwellizKJ Size). 3. Existing Conditions: The 50' x 100' lot is located in the "Cove" area on the west side of Avenida Pubio, 100' south of Calle Nogales. Most of the surrounding area has been developed with scattered single-family units on single lots. The architecture consists mostly of peaked, asphalt shingle roofs and stucco siding. 9. Environmental Assessment: The project is categorically exert fran the require- ments of the California EnVlr==1ta1 Quality Act (CEQA) and -a Notice of FScsigytion will be filed with the Cbunty Recorder. 5. Description of Request: The Applicant, who is a contractor, is requesting approval to construct a single-family house intended for sale. Rick Johnson has received 14 previous approvals for similar houses. Nine homes have been completed, two are under construction and none are in plan check. This apn1ication has been submitted concurrently with five other applications. All of the Applicant's homes have been sold and there are no current vacant ones. The house has 1592 square feet of usable living area, with three bedrooms exceeding the 10-foot clear dimension required, two baths and an attached two-opr garage with a connecting pedestrian door into the house. 'The building will have off -%bite stucco, brown trim, and a brown asphalt shingled roof. The house will have a 20-foot front setback, a 16-foot rear setback, and 5-foot sideyard setbacks. There are 24" eaves and a 4 and 12 pitch, peaked roof. 035 , SMT REPOW - PLAMIM CM44ISSION !larch 121 1985 Page 2. STAFF CQM+¢ M AND ANALYSIS The floor plan, height and siting of the house complies with the rt--l*++ zoning requirements, and the City's adopted minimum standards for single-family houses. The house design is compatible with surrounding development and the roof style is consistent. The surrounding hammes have typically peaked, asphalt shingled roofs with stucco siding. The house's size and bulk is camparable to that of surrounding hams. 1 1 Do1._. 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. 3. The project will not have significant adverse impact on the environment and is categorically exempt from the requirements of the California Ehvirormental Quality Act. STAR' dOCOTEIDATIM Based upon the above findings, the Camumity Development Department recommends approval of Plot Plan No. 85-125 in accordance with Exhibits A, B and C and subject to the attached conditions. PREPARED BY: Lawrence L. Stevens, AICP Community Development Director Atch: 1. Conditions 2. Exhibits A, B and C 2M APPIMAL IS PJWBZ'r TO THE FOLLOWING OOMMcNSn 1. 'Doe development of the site shall be in Omft ence with the Wdbits A, 8 and C Contained in the file for Plot plan MD.85-125 , Otherwise amerda I by the following Cads itim . 2. The approved plot plan shall be used within two years of the approval date; oUMNiee, it shall became 11111 and void and of no effect whatsoever. 8y "use• is am* the beginning of substantial construction, not Including grading. Contweplated by this approval which is begun with the bwo-year Period and is thereafter diligently pursued to completion. 3. water and sewage disposal facilities shall be installed in socordmnoe with the teguireients of the Riverside Oddity Health Department. 4. Fire protection shall be provided in a000rdenoe with the standards of the Unifa®m Fire code as adopted by the City of la Qninta. S. 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 mfninum of two (2), B-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 Oertificate of oo 4=icy, the Applicant shall install landscaping in accordance with the approved landscape plan. All trees and plants shall be maintained in viable condition gor the life of the approved use. 6. The heating and cooling me bwdoal equipment shall be ground mounted, or screened entirely by the roof str%mbare. 7. Refuse containers and bottled gas oantainers shall be eanoealed by fencing or landscaping. 8. 7he driveway shall be surfaced with concrete and have asphaltic concrete convecting pavement (a 2" x 4" header) to the existing street pavement. 9. the Applicant shell obtain clearances and/or permits from the following agencies prior to submitting these plans to the Building Department for plan Check: ° Riverside Oou my Health Dgmrtmennt ° City Fire Marshal ° Oaenunity 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 00=11 and in effect at the time of issuance of a building permit. A letter from Desert Sands Unified School District statmq that these fees have been paid shall be presented to the Commdmity Development Department, Building Division, prior to issuance of a building permit. To: From: Date: MEMORANDUM CITY OF LA QUINTA The Honorable Chairman and Members of the Planning Commission March 12, 1985 Subject: PLt1'r PLAN No. 85-126 Location: West Side of Avenida Alvarado, 50' North of Calle Potrero Applicant: Rick Johnson Oonstructiorn Request: Approval to Qonstruct a Single -Family Dwelling Intended for Sale BAL•[CCRCJW 1. General Plan: Low Density Residential (3-5 dwellings/acre). 2. Zoning: R-1*++ (one -Family Dwellings, 17',Height Limit, 1200-Square-Foot Minimen Dwelling Size). 3. Existing Conditions: The 50' x 100' lot is located in the "Cove" area, on Avenida Alvarado, north of Calle Potrero. The surrounding area has been previously developed with a variety of housing designs and roofing materials. Admost all houses in the vicinity are built on single lots. 4. Environmental Assessment: The project is categorically exempt fmn the require- ments of the California Environmental Quality Act (CHAP.) and a Notice of Ecemntiern will be filed with the County Recorder. 5. Description of Request: The Applicant, who is a contractor, is requesting approval to construct a single-family house intended for sale. Rick Job nsa n has received 14 previous approvals for similar horses. Nine homes have been completed, two are under construction and none are in plan check. This application has been subndtted concurrently with five other applications. All of the Applicant's lames have been sold and there are no current vacant ones. The house has 1592 square feet of usable living area, with three bedrooms exceeding the 10-foot clear dimension required, two baths and an attached two -car garage with a connecting pedestrian door into the horse. The building will have off-white stucco, bran trim, and bram asphalt shingled roof. The house will have a 20-foot front setback, a 16-foot rear setback, and 5-foot sideyard setbacks. There are 24" eaves and a 4 and 12 pitch, peaked hoof. n38 b"D0 ' MTM - PLANNING OOMSSICN March 12, 1985 Page 2. tiv_ y 40,, *Zo ..0 - -A'�i�9 The floor plan, height and siting of the house cacplies with the R-1*++ zoning requirements, and the City's adopted minim n standards for single-family houses. The house design is compatible with surrounding development and the roof style is consistent. The surrounding hones are of various designs and roof styles. The house's size and bulk are comparable to that of surrounding dwellings. 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 significant adverse impact on the envimrmrent and is categorically exempt from the requirements of the California Fhvimnmental Quality Act. w •+o°° i �a u � r. Based upon the above findings, the Oammami.ty Development Department recommends approval of Plot Plan No. 85-126 in accordance with Exhibits A, B and C and subject to the attached conditions. PREPARID BY: Assistant Planner Atch: 1. Conditions 2. Exhibits A, B and C Lawrence L. Stevens, AICP Cammmity Development Director °•` ns3 11 2MM APPRUM IS S13i77= 1. the develapmeht of the site shall be In oonfarMVM with the bdiibits A, & and C contained In the file for Plot Plan No. 85-126 , Unless Otherwise arcade 4 by the following conditions. 2. ew approved plat plan shall be used within two years of the approval dates otixmdoe, it shall became null and void and of no effect whatsoever. By "use° Is n eent the beginning of substantial ommtructi,on, not including grading, omtegAated by this approval which is begun with the two-year period and is thereafter diligently pursued to oompletion. 3. hater and sewage disposal facilities shell be installed in accordance with the requirements of the Riverside oxmty Health Department. 4. Fire protection shall be provided in a000rdwm with the standards Of the Uniform Fire Code as adopted by the City of Ia Quints. 5. Prior to the issuenoe 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 minimzm of two (2), 15-gallan, 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 Oertificate of 00c4anC7, the Applicant shall install landscaping in a000rdwm with the approved landscape plan. All trees and plants shall be .maintained in viable oondition for the life of the approved use. 6. She heating and cooling mechanical equipment shall be ground mounted, or screened entirely by the roof structure. 7. Refuse containers and bottled gas oontainers shall be omxaaled by fencing or landscaping. 8. The driveway shall be surfaced with concrete and have asphaltic concrete corsw cling pavement (a 2" x 4" header) to the existing street pavement. 9. dhe Applicant shall obtain clearances and/or permits F the following agencies prior to submitting these plans to the Building Department for plan check: ° Riverside County Health Department " City Fire Marshal " Oo<a zdty 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 Oouncil and in effect at the time of issuance of a building permit. A letter from Desert Sands Unified School District stating that these fees have been paid shall be presented to the M munity Development Department, Building Division, prior to issuance of a building permit. 040 To: From Date: MEMORANDUM CITY OF LA QUINTA The honorable Chairman and Mmt)ers of the Planning Commission •.VA92 0 -- - .. : , .- March 12, 1985 Subject: PLOT PLAN NO. 85-127 Location: West Side of Avenida Mendoza, 50' North of Calle Madrid Applicant: Rick Johnson Construction Request: Approval to Construct a Single -Family Dwelling Intended for Sale BACKGROUND 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 on the west side of Avenida Mendoza, north of Calle Madrid. Most of the surrounding area has been previously developed with peaked roofs and wood -paneled, single-family homes on single lots. 4. Environmental Assessment: The project is categorically eKw-Pt fron the require- ments of the California Environmental Quality Act JCSA) and a Notice of EkenT tion will be filed with the County Recorder. 5. Description of Request: The Applicant, vto is a contractor, is requesting approval to construct a single-family house intended for sale. Rick Johnson has received 14 previous approvals for similar houses. Nine homes have been completed, two are under construction and none are in plan cheek. This application has been submitted couomnzently with five other applications. All of the Applicant's homes have been sold and there are no current vacant acmes. The horse has 1592 square feet of usable living area, with three bedrooms exoeeding the 10-foot clear dimension required, two baths and an attached two-c4r garage with a ceruuecting pedestrian door into the house. The building will have Off—Ailte stucco siding, a Dutch gable roof with asphalt shingles, brown trim, and decorated imitation brick. Time residence will be flopped fran that shown on the plans. The overall heiqht will be 16� feet. The house will have a 20-foot front setback, 16-foot rear setback, and 5-foot sideyard setbacks. There are 24" eaves. ® 0 STAFF REPORT - PLANNING CCAMIISSION March 12, 1985 Page 2. The floor plan, height and siting of the house complies with the R-1*++ zoning requirements, and the City's adopted mininuum standards for single-family houses. The house design is compatible with surrounding development. Rick Johnson is proposing two other homes in the immediate area and to add variety has made minor alterations to differentiate one from the other. This house will have a Dutch gable roof instead of the typical peaked roof. Even though this is unique, this design should be compatible with the surrounding hares. The house's size and bulk are comparable to that of surrounding dwellings. 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 significant adverse impact on the environment and is categorically exalt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act. STAFF RECOM EMATION Based upon the above findings, the Cannunity Development Department recommends approval of Plot Plan No. 127 in accordance with Exhibits A, B and C and subject to the attached conditions. PREPARED BY: APPROVED BY: T4*4 amara Camp 1 Lawrence L. Stevens, AICP Assistant Planner Community Development Department TC:dmv Atch: 1. Conditions 2. Mdzibits A, B and C (041 l• 2M APPRDM IS SUWECT 70 7HE MUDWIM COWMCNS: 1. 2he development of the site shall be in oodconnnoe with the Midibits A, 8 and C contained in the file for plot Plan HD. 85-127 , nnleas otherwise amended by the following oaditlans. 2. She approved Plot Plan stall be used within two years of the approval date; otherwise, it shall beoore null and Void and of no effect whatsoever. 8y 'use" is asant the beginning of substantial oonstivction, not including 4radings, contarqilsted by this appvval which is begun with the ftAi-year period and is thereafter diligently pursued to ooupletion. 3. linter and sewage disposal facilities stall be installed in acoomcdanoe with the requirements of the Riverside County Health Department. 4. Pire p mtection shall be provided in aeoordanoe with the standards of the Uni.fomn Fire Code as adapted by the City of la Quints. S. Prior tD the issuance of a building permit, the developer shall submit aridhave approved, a detailed landscape plan for the front yard showing the species/ size, location and spacing of all plant ng materials, including a minimum of two (2)♦ Z-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 Cecuparnyy, the Applicant shal I install landscaping in accordance with the approved IiMscape All trees and plsr Shall maintained in viableoandi liffe of the approved use. 6. She heating and cooling mecianiaal equipment shall be ground moamted, or screened entirely by the roof structure. 7. Refuse containers and bottled gas containers shall be cmxnaled by fencing or landscaping. S. The driveway shall be surfaced with concrete and have asphaltic concrete eouneeting pavement (a 2" x 4" header) to the existing street pavement. 9. one Applicant stall obtain clearances arid/or permits from the following agencies prior to submitting these plans to the Building Department for plan a : ° Riverside Comity Health Department ° City Pire Marshal " Comrmmity Development Department, Planning Division ° Desert Sands Unified School District 10. The Applicant stall pay a school development fee as deternuned 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. A letter fran Desert Sands Unified School District stating that these fees have been paid stall be presented to the Community Development Department, Building Division, prior to issuance of a building peanit. s.0r 043 MEMORANDUM CITY OF LA QUINTA To: The Honorable Chairman and Mmbers of the Planning Commission From: Comm unity Development Department Date: March 12, 1985 Subject: PUn PLAN No. 85-128 location: West Side of Avenida Mendoza, 100' North of Calle Madrid Applicant: Rick Johnson Constriction Request: Approval to Construct a Single -Family Dwelling Intended for Sale BACSCGROEM 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 Crnditions: Time 50' x 100' lot is located on the east side of Avenida Mendoza, 100' north of Calle Madrid. The surrounding area has been developed with peaked gravel roofs, and wood paneled single-fariily hcmes on single lots. 4. hhvirnrmental Assessment: The p¢oject is categorically exempt fran the require- ments of the California Dwirormental Quality Act (CEDA) and a Notice of Dce ption will be filed with the Oounty Reconder. 5. Description of Request: The Applicant, who is a contractor, is requesting approval to construct a single-family house which has been presold. Rick Johnson has received 14 previous approvals for similar houses. Nine hares have been oanpleted, two are under construction and none are in plan check. This application has been sutsmmi.tted conourently with five other anolications. All of the Applicant's banes have been sold and there are no current vacant ones. The house has 1592 square feet of usable living area, with three bedroom exoeeding the 10-foot clear dimension required, two baths and an attached two-cdr garage with a oonnecLuig pedestrian door into the house. The building will have off —finite stucco and a brown, asphalt shingled roof. The overall height,is W6 feet. The house will have a 20-foot front setback, a 16-foot rear setback, and 5-foot sideyaxd setbacks. There are 24" eaves and a 4 and 12 pitch, gable peaked roof. n4� r STAFF REPORT - PLANNING CCMMISSICN March 12, 1985 Page 2. STAFF COMHEI ffi AND ANALYSIS The floor plan, height and siting of the house complies with the R-1*++ zoning requirements, and the City's adopted minima standards for single-family houses. The house design is compatible with surrounding development. Rick Johnson is proposing two other homes in the immediate area and to add variety has made minor alterations to differentiate one from the other. This house's bulk and size are comparable to that of surrounding dwellings. 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 significant adverse impact on the environment and is categorically exempt from the requirements of the California Environmwntal Quality Act. Based upon the above findings, the Community Develgmmt Department recommends approval of Plot Plan No. 128 in accordance with Exhibits A, B and C and subject to the attached conditions. PREPARED BY: APPROVED BY: Tamara Cal Lawrence L. Stevens, AICP Assistant Planner CaMunity Development Department TC:dmv Atch: 1. Conditions 2. Exhibits A, B and C 5 THIS APPAOVAL IS SLWE T RO 7HE PCLMNIIC COMMONS: 1. 2he development of the site shall be in conformance with the a dnibite A, 8 and C Contained in the file for Flat Plan ND.8r128 , unless otherwise mren:daI by the following conditions. 2. The approved plot plan shall be used within twD years of the approval date: otherwise, it doll beoanne null and void and of no effect whatsoever. sy sum" is arrant the beginning of substantial consUmction, not including grading, conteaplated by this approval which is begun with the two-year period and is thereafter diligently pursued to o:rpleticn. 3. Water and sewage disposal facilities doll 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 Unifarm Fire Code as adopted by the City of la Quinta. 5. Prim to the issuance of a building permit, the developer shall submit and have approved, a detailed landscape plan for the :rant yard shooing the "species, size, location and spacing of all planting materials, including a minimhm of two (2), Lrrvallon, 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 O=gmwrq, 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 basting and cooling mechanical equipment shall be ground mounted, or screened entirely by the roof structure. 7. Refuse dinners 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. Zhe 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 ° Commudty Development Department, Planning Division ° Desert Sands Unified School District 10. The Applicant shall pay a school development fee as detenuined by the Desert Sands Unified School District in accordance with the school mitigation agree- ment as approved by the City Oo soil and in effect at the time of issuance of a building permit. A letter from Desert Sands Unified School District statiN that these fees have been pail shall be presented to the Cm Lvuty Development Department, Building Division, prior to issuance of a building permit. �4iS It MEMORANDUM CITY OF LA QUINTA To: The Honorable Chairman and Members of the Planning Commission From: Ooanmity Development Deparbyent Date: March 12, 1985 Subject: PIM PLAN N0. 85-129 Location: West Side of Avenida Velasoo, 50' South of Calle Tampico Applicant: Rick Johnson ConLstrucUon Request: Approval to Constrict a Single -Family Dwelling Intended for Sale 1. General Plan: low Density Residential (3-5 dwellings/acre). 2. Zoning: R-1*++ (One -Family Dwellings, 171.Height Limit, 1200-Square-Fbcyt Minimum ding Size). 3. Existing Omditicns: The 50' x 100' lot is located on Avenida Velasco, south of Calle Tampico. The area has scattered, single-family hares on single lots with a variety of roof materials and house designs. Stucco siding and gable type roofs are predominant. 4. Environmental Assessment: The project is categorically exert from the require- ments of the 00afornfa Fhvimmmntal Quality Act (CDpA) and a Notice of Exe pooh will be filed with the Oohmty Recorder. 5. Description of Request: The Applicant, who is a contractor, is requesting approval to construct a single-family house intended for sale. Rick Johnson has received 14 previous approvals for similar houses. Nine hcmes have been ompleted, two are under construction and none are in plan check. This aprlication has been submitted concurrently with five other applications. All of the Applicant's hones have been sold and there are no current vacant ones. The house has 1592 square feet of usable living area, with three bedrocros exceeding the 10-foot clear dimension required, two baths and an attached -two -Mr garage with a connecting pedestrian door into the house. The building will have off-4hite stucco, brawn trim, and a brown, asphalt shingled roof. The house will have a 20-foot front setback, a 16-foot rear setback, . and 5-foot sideyard setbacks. There are 24" eaves and a 4 and 12 pitch, peaked roof. p r, n; 7 0 STAFF RFPORT - PLANNING CaNISSION March 12, 1985 Page 2. STAFF CCHMEdTS AND ANALYSIS The floor plan, height and siting of the house complies with the R-I*++ zoning requirements, and the City's adopted mnnin mr standards for single-family houses. The house design is conpatible with surrounding development and the roof style is consistent. The surrounding hares have typically peaked roofs with stucco siding. The house's size and bulk is carparable to that of surrounding hones. 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 Om atible with area development. 3. The project will not have significant adverse impact on the environment and is categorically exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act. Y• '�9i• I? I•' • Based upon the above findings, the Oonwmity Development Department recommends apprr+oval of Plot Plan No. 85-129 in accordance with Exhibits A, B and C and subject to the attached conditions. PREPARED BY: Tamara J. Zellr Assistant Planner Atch: 1. Conditions 2. Exhibits A, B and C APPROVED BY: 4� c � Lawrence L. Stevens, AICP Community Development Director 10 78IS APPRU AL IS SlWDCf 70 7HE FQ.LOWIM MWITIQN.S: 1. The development of the site shall be in conformance with the a d►ibits A, 8 and C contained in the file for Plot Plan No.85-129 , unless otherwise amended by the fallowing corditions. 2. The approved plot plan shall be used Within two years of the approval date; otherwise, it shall beoonhe null and void and of no effect Whatsoever. 8y "use° is meant the beginning of substantial construction, not including grading, contetplatsd 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 Octanty Health Department. 4. Fire protection shall be provided in accordance with the standards of the Uniform Fine 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 mininzo 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 nmchenieal equipment shall be ground mounted, or screened entirely by the roof structure. 7. ieAm a containers and battled gas containers shall be oorcealed by fencing or landscaping. 8. 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 ardor permits from the following agencies prior to submitting these plans to the Building Department for plan check: ° Riverside County Health Department ° City Fire Marshal ° Ommunity Development Department, Planning Division ° Desert Sands Unified School District 10. 7the Applicant shall pay a school development fee as determined by the Desert Sands Unified School District in acoordance with the school mitigation agree- ment as approved by the City Council and in effect at the time of issuance of a building permit. A letter fran Desert Sands Unified School District stating that these fees have been paid shall be presented to the C mmunity Development Department, Building Division, prior to issuance of a building permit. ITEM NO. DATE �j - i 2 S PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING RE: / AQ* Of-- /3 c y . e FPS-/. MOTION BY: GOETCHEUS ViALLING LIMKIEWICZ MORAN THORNBURGH SECOND BY: GOETCHEUS WALLING KLIMKIEWICZ RAN i THORNBURGH DISCUSSION: ROLL CALL VOTE: COMMISSIONERS: AYE NO ABSTAIN ABSENT PRESENT GOETCHEUS — KLIMKIEWICZ — MORAN — VV LUNG — THORNBURGH — UNANIMOUSLY ADOPTED: YES NO 0 r �9 J 2 f hi. t QN ::rT MEMORANDUM CITY OF LA GUINTA To: The Honorable Chairman and Mwbers of the Planning Ccmuission From: Camt=ty Development Department Date: March 12, 1985 Subject: PLOT PLAN No. 85-130 Location: West Side of Avenida Ramirez, 100' North of Calle Sonora Applicant: Cash Construction Request: Approval to Construct a Single -Family Dwelling Intended for Sale :,« e R0 1 u 1. General Plan: Low Density Residential (3-5 dwellings/acre). 2. Zoning: R-1*++ (Single -Family Dwellings, 17' Height Limit, 1200-Square-Foot Minin m'i Dwelling Size). 3. Existing Conditions: The 50' x 100' lot is located on Avenida Ramirez, south of Calle Sonora. The area is developed with scattered single-family residences predominantly stucco sided, with peaked roofs on single lots. 4. Environmental Assessment: The project is categorically exert 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 is requesting approval to construct a single-family dwelling intended for sale. The house has 1,396 square feet of usable living area, with three bedrooms exceeding the 10-foot clear dimension required, two baths and an attached, two -car garage with a connecting pedestrian door leading into the house. The building will have beige colored stucco siding, brown trim, and a tan asphalt -shingled roof. The overall height is 12; feet. The house will have a 20-foot;!front setback, a 13-foot rear setback and minimum 5-foot sideyard setbacks. There are 24" eaves and a 4; and 12 pitch roof with gable architecture. STAFF COI*=S AND ANALYSIS The floor plan, height and siting of the house complies with the R-1*++ Zoning requirements and the City's adopted nunimnmn standards for single-family hares. .0,001, 0.51 r STAFF REPORT - PLANNING COMMISSION March 12, 1985 Page 2. Regarding the compatibility of the house's design with surrounding development, the overall design and roof style are consistent. The surrounding homes have gable roofs and stucco siding similar to this proposed house. The house's bulk and size are carparable to that of surrounding hones. 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 significant adverse impact on the environment and is categorically exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act. STAFF REC'OMMENIDATION Based upon the above findings, the Community Development Department recommends approval of Plot Plan No. 85-130 in accordance with Exhibits A, B and C and subject to the attached conditions. ; MWRT2 TamarlYerll Assistant Planner Atch: 1. conditions 2. Exhibits A, B and C APPROVED / r I Lawrence L. Stevens, AICP Community mmmunity Development Director ® 0 i 2MS APPROVAL IS SUwHCr 20 TM FOLLOWING CONDM'ICNS: I. 2he development of the site shall be in oonfcrmnnoe with the Siddbits A, B and C Contained in the file for Plot Plan No.85-130 , unless otherwise anardsd by the following Conditions. 2. 'the approved plot plan shall be used within two years of the approval date; otherwise, it shall became mull and void and of no effect uh teouver. 8y 'use" is meant the beginning of substantial oonstsvctian, not including grading, Contmplated by this approval 4dchis begun with the two-year Period and is thereafter diligently pursued to ompletion. 3. Water and sewage disposal facilities shall be installed in accordance with the sequirevauts of the Riverside Qxarty Health Department. 4. Fire protection shall be provided in accordance with the standards of the Uniform Fire Oode as adopted by the City of La Quinta. S. Prior to the issuance of a building permit, the developer shall suisnit 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). B-gallon, street trees. 7e plan shall indimte the irrigation system and the location of the required three (3) outdoor water spigots. Prior to the issuance of a Oertificate of Occupancy, the Applicant shall ing in accordance with the apprmsed Lidscape All trees and pl�shal1 be maintained in viable oonditi the life of the approved use. 6. The heating and cooling mechanical equipment shall be ground mounted, or screened entirely by the roof structure. 7. Refuse containers and bottler] gas containers shall be concealed by fencing or landscaping. 8. Rhe driveway shall be surfaced with oa:crete and have asphaltic concrete connecting pavement (a 2" x 4" header) to the existing street pwmment. 9. 7 he Applicant shall obtain clearances and/or penmits from the following agencies prior to submitting these plans to the Building Department for plan check: ° Riverside (bunty Health Department ° City Fire Marshal " Ommmity Development Department, Planning Division ° Desert Sands Unified School District 10. I he Applicant shall pay a school development fee as detemined by the Desert Sands Unified Sdwol 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 penTL t. A letter fron Desert Sands Unified Sdhool District stating that these fees have been paid shall be presented to the Cb munity Development Department, Building Division, prior to issuance of a building permit. ' o7 �3 MEMORANDUM CITY OF LA QUINTA To: The Honorable Chairrmn and Members of the Planning Commission From: Community Development Department Date: March 12, 1985 Subject: PLAT PLAN NO. 85-131 Location: Fast Side of Avenida Ramirez, 100' North of Calle Sonora Applicant: Cash Construction Request: Approval to Construct a Single -Family Dwelling Intended for Sale : «. M wD 1. General Plan: Low Densitv Residential (3-5 dwellings/acre). 2. Zoning: R-1*++ (Single -Family Dwellings, 17' Height Limit, 1200 Square -Foot Minimum Dwelling Size. 3. Existing Conditions: The 50' x 100' lot is located on Avenida Ramirez, south of Calle Sonora. The area is developed with scattered single-family residences predominantly stucco -sided with peaked roofs. 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 Request: The Applicant is requesting approval to construct a single-family dwelling intended for sale. This application was submitted concurrently with one other single family plot plan. The house has 1,396 square feet of usable living area with three bedrooms exceeding the 10-foot clear dimension required, two baths and an attached two -car garage with a connecting pedestrian door leading into the house. The building will have pastel gold stucco siding, brawn trim and a tan asphalt - shingled roof. The overall height is 12, feet. The house will have a 20-foot front setback, a 13-foot rear setback and minimum 5-foot sideyard setbacks. There are 24" eaves and a 4� and 12 pitch roof with gable architecture. STAFF CCMMENTS AND ANALYSIS: The floor plan, height and siting of the house carmlies with the R-1*++ Zoning requirements and the City's adopted minim m standards for single-family hones. STAFF REPORT - PLANNING COMMISSION March 12, 1985 Page 2. Regarding the carpatibility of the house's design with surrounding development, the overall design and roof style are consistent. The surrounding homes have gable roofs and stucco siding similar to this proposed house. The house's size and bulk are comparable to that of surrounding homes. 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 significant adverse impact on the environment and is categorically exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act. STAFF REC(T21 t4DATICN Based upon the above findings, the Ccnrunity Development Department reccnvends approval of Plot Plan No. 85-131 in accordance with Exhibits A, B and C and subject to the attached conditions. PREPARED BY: /l Tamara J. bell Assistant Planner Atch: 1. Conditions 2. Exhibits A, B and C APPROVED BY: C41" ;r At. Lawrence L. Stevens, AICP Cmuunity Development Director 055 IRIS APPROVAL IS SUILYB T 20 7HE YCLI ONIM CONDITIONSc 1. The developnart of the site shall be in ocnfoamnoe with the >ldribits A, B and C Contained in the file for Plot Plan No. 85-131, Unless od am1 111 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 "usee is amsnt the beginning of substantial constructions 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 Oounty Health Department. 4. Fire protection shall be provided in accordawe with the standards of the Uniform Fire Code as adopted by the City of La Quints. 5. Prior to the issuance of a building peniit, the developer shall submit and have approved, a detailed ?ed landscape plan for the front yard showing the apecies, size, location and spacing of all planting materials, including a minima of two (2), Up -gallon, street trees. The plan shall indicate the irrigation system and the location of the required three (3) outdoor water spigots. Prior to the issaarne of a Certifioate of Oocupancy, the Applicant shall install landscaping plants shain ll ,,,ai��� with the approved landscape plan. All trees a In viable condition for the life of the approved use. 6. The heating and cooling mechanical equipment shall be ground mounted, or screened entirely by the roof structure. 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 (a 2" x 4" header) to the existing street pavenent. 9. The Applicant stall obtain clearances and/or permits from the following agencies prior to submitting these plans to the Building Department for plan dnecc: " Riverside County Health Department " City File Marshal ° Ommudty 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 accordanoe with the school mitigation agree- ment as approved by the City Oounc31 and in effect at the time of issuance of a building permit. A letter from Desert Saris Unified School District stating that these fees have been paid shall be presented to the Cammumity Development Department, Building Division, prior to issuance of a building pexmit. ITEM NO. -/, DATE 2 _ 8S PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING RE: MOTION BY: GOETCHEUS VALT,ING KLIMKIEWICZ MORAN SECOND BY: GOETCHEUS TELLING KLIMKIEWICZ DISCUSSION: '21(• THORNBURGH THORNBURGH ROLL CALL VOTE: CO=SIONERS: AYE NO ABSTAIN ABSENT PRESENT GOETCHEUS — IMDIKIEWICZ — MORAN — Wa LING — THORNBURGH — UNANIMOUSLY ADOPTED: YES NO f)J7 L MEMORANDUM CITY OF LA OUINTA To: The Honorable Chairman and Members of the Planning Commission From: Community Development Department Date: March 12, 1985 Subject: PLOT PLAN NO. 85-132 Location: North Side of San Timoteo Street, Approximately 350' East of Avenida Fernando Applicant: Garvey Development Request: Approval to Construct a Single -Family House 1. General Plan: Low Density Residential (3-5 dwellings/acre). 2. Zoning: R-l* (one Family Dwellings, 1200-Square-Foot Minimum Dwelling Size). 3. Existing Conditions: The 100' x 167' lot is located on San Timoteo Street with the La Quinta Golf Estates No. 2 Subdivision. There is scattered development with all the houses being very large with stucco siding. Roof styles vary from flat to peaked, with roofing materials including clay tile, concrete tile, gravel and wood shake. 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 Request: The Applicant is intending to construct the house for sale. The Applicant has received one other approval for a single-family house in the Cove; this house has not been built. The house will have 4,205 square feet of living area, which includes maid quarters, a workout roam and a wine cellar. The house is designed using all 609 and 301 angles in order to conform to the unusual shape of the lot. The living area is oriented towards the pool area on the east side of the lot and the La Quinta Country Club Golf Course adjacent to the rear of the lot. The three bedrooms and maid's quarters all have minimum clear dimensions exceeding 10 feet. The 616-square-foot garage is detached from the main residence and has a pedestrian door leading into the walled courtyard/pool area. The main entrance to the house is from front gates leading into the courtyard area. The home will have beige stucco and stone exterior walls, beige trim and a flat, brown file roof with 3Y eaves. Overall height of the building is approximately 14' feet. The house will have a 20' front setback, 15-foot rear setback and 10-foot sideyard setbacks. J STAFF REPORT - PLANNING COMMISSION March 12, 1985 Page 2. STAFF O MIENTS AND ANALYSIS The floor plan, height and siting of the house complies with the R-1* Zoning require- ments and the City's adopted minimum standards for single-family hares. Regarding coupatibility of the house's design with surrounding development, the overall design, bulk and size of the building is comparable to the existing houses in the area. The exterior materials are also compatible with the surrounding homes. The La Quinta Golf Estates Architectural Crnmittee, which is made up of the board members of the property owners association, has approved the proposed house design. 1. The request is consistent with the requirements of the R-l* Zone and the goals and objectives of the La Quinta General Plan. 2. The building's design and siting are 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 Ccu unity Development Department recommends approval of Plot Plan No. 85-132 in accordance with Exhibits A, B and C and subject to the attached conditions. dra L. Bonner Principal Planner SLS:dmv Atch: 1. Conditions 2. Exhibits A, B and C APP&CVED i Lawrence L. Stevens, AICP C RTWnity Development Director THIS APPROVAL IS MWECT 70 7HE YCLU* rG MWITICNS: 1. The developm:rht of the site shall be in owdounnoe with the Odnibits A, 8 and C Contained in the file for Plot Plan tic. 85-132 , unless otherwise amended by the following conditions. 2. The approwad Plot plan shall be used within: two years of the approval date: otherwise, it shall 1 0 - - a null and Void and of no effect whatsoever. By "use• is sean:t the beginning of substantial construction, not including grading, contuTlated by this appro al deice is begun with the two-year period and is thereafter diligently pursued to cospleticn. 3. hater and sewage disposal facilities shall be installed in accordance with the reguiranennts of the Riverside Qxmty Health Department. 4. File 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 minimn of two (2). 15-gallon, street trees. %tee 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 0co4an-7, 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 n:o:mted, or screened entirely by the roof structure. 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 (a 2" x 4" header) to the existing street pavement. 9. The Applicant shall obtain clearances and/or permits F the following agencies prior to sntmitting these plans to the Building Department for plan check: " Riverside County Health Department ° City Fire Marshal ° Casmmity 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. A letter fran Desert Sands Unified School District stating that these fees have been paid shall be presented to the ConuLmty Development Department, Building Division, prior to issue of a building permit. "si ITEM NO. � • DATE ° � _ 1 2- PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING RE: MOTION BY: GOETCHEUS M%11,I1C `CLIMKTEWICZ MORAN THORNBURGH SECOND BY: GOETCHEUS VRALLING RLIMKIEWICZ THORNBURGH DISCUSSION: ROLL CALL VOTE: CO*2ffSSIONERS: AYE NO ABSTAIN ABSENT PRESENT GOETCHEUS - FMINKIEWICZ - MORAN - ViALLING THORNBURGH UNANIMOUSLY ADOPTED: YES NO 04; 1 MEMORANDUM CITY OF LA QUINTA To: The Honorable Chairman and Members of the Planning Commission From: Community Develogmant Department Date: March 12, 1985 Subject: PLOT PLAN NO. 85-134 Location: Fast Side of Avenida Juarez, 200' South of Calle Sonora Applicant: Larry Rogers Request: Approval to Construct a Single -Family Dwelling Intended for Sale BACKGROUND 1. General Plan: Low Density Residential (3-5 dwellings/acre). 2. Zoning: R-1*++ (Single -Family Dwellings, 17' Height Limit, 1200-Square-Foot Mininum Dwelling Size. 3. Existing Conditions: The 50' x 100' lot.is located on Avenida Juarez, south of Calle Sonora. The area is developed with scattered single-family residences predominantly stucco sided, with peaked roofs on single lots. 4. Environmental Assessment: The project is categorically exempt fran the require- ments of the California Ehvirorirental Quality Act (CEQA), and a Notice of Exemption will be filed with the County Recorder. 5. Description of the Request: The Applicant is requesting approval to construct a single-family dwelling intended for sale. The house has 1,396 square feet of usable living area, with three bedroaas exceeding the 10-foot clear dimension required, two baths and an attached two -car garage with a connecting pedestrian door leading into the house. The building will have creme colored stucco siding, brown trim, and a tan asphalt -shingled roof. The overall height is 12, feet. The house will have a 20-foot;:front setback, a 13-foot rear setback, and minimum 5-foot sideyard setbacks.There are 24" eaves and a 4; and 12 pitch roof with gable architecture. STAFF Cb- NDS AND ANALYSIS The floor plan, height and siting of the house complies with the R-1*++ Zoning requirements, and the City's adopted minin m standards for single-family hares. I 0 STAFF REPORT - PIANNING COMMISSION March 12, 1985 Page 2. Regarding the canpatibility of the house's design with surrounding develormeit, the overall design and roof style are consistent. The surrounding hares have gable roofs and stucco siding similar to the proposed house. The house's size and bulk are carParable to that of surrounding hares. � to , 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 significant adverse impact on the environment and is categorically exempt fran the requirements of the California EnviorTmental Quality Act. STAFF RFCONVENDATION Based upon the above findings, the Community Development Department recamiends approval of Plot Plan No. 85-134 in accordance with Exhibits A, B and C and subject to the attached conditions. Tamara Camp 1 Assistant Planner TC:dmv Atch: 1. Conditions 2. Exhibits A, B and C APPROVED Lawrence L. Stevens, AICP Camiunity Development Director •0. 063 ' 2MS APPROVAL IS SLSYWP 70 7M Imo. DWIMG CQMMOWS: 1. The developnant of the site shall be in confcrmsnoe with the >bdnibits A, 8 and C OMtain@d in the file for Plot Plan No. 65-134 0' mien otjnpsyift sneslde I by the folLming conditions. 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, eontenplated 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 a000rdw= 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 Ia 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 shading the species, size, location and spacing of all planting materials, including a minimmn of two (2), Mr -gallon, street trees. dhe plan shall indicate the irrigation system and the location of the required three (3) outdoor water spigots. hlill to the shall installlandscaping iissuance ac oaccordance 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, or screened entirely by the roof structure. 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 (a 2" x 4" header) to the existing street pavement. 9. 2he Applicant shall obtain clearances wWor permits from the following agencies prior to submitting these plans to the Huildinng Department for Plan check: ° Riverside County Health Department " City Fire Marshal ° Wrtmnity Development Department, Planning Division ° Desert Sands Unified School District 10. The Applicant shall pay a school development fee as detenni ed 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. A letter from Desert Sands Unified School District stating that these fees have been paid shall be presented to the Cmmn ty Development Department, Building Division, prior to issuance of a building permit. 06; 11 ITEM NO. �S DATE 1,7—� g� //✓//�ypp PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING RE: / / e-YL- —z!4 /3 z tz 6 MOTION BY: GOETCHEUS VMJ ING I�MKIEWICZ MORAN THORNBURGH SECOND BY: GOETCHEUS 4iALLING KLIIMKIEWICZ THORNBURGH DISCUSSION: ROLL CALL VOTE: CO*!MISSIONERS: AYE NO ABSTAIN ABSENT PRESENT GOETCHEUS — KLINIICIE lICZ — MORAN — VUiUING THORNBURGH UNANIMOUSLY ADOPTED: YES IZIt, ie 06,5 ti MEMORANDUM CITY OF LA QUINTA To: The Honorable chairman and Members of the Planning Commission From: Community Development Department Date: March 12, 1985 Subject: PLOT PLAN No. 85-136 Location: Westerly Side of Avenida Fernando, Approximately 110' South of Coachella Drive Applicant: Edgar Construction Request: Approval to Construct a Single -Family Dwelling intended for the Property owner's Private Residence 1. General Plan: Low Density Residential (3-5 dwellings/acre). 2. Zoning: R-l* (One Family Dwellings, 1200-Square-Foot Minimum D elling Size). 3. Existing Conditions: The 96' x 115' lot is located on Avenida Fernando within the La Quinta Golf Estates No. 1 Subdivision. The house within the area are all large, Spanish style hones with stucco siding. The roofs include both flat and peaked styles, with roofing materials varying from tile, gravel and wood shake. Avenida Fernando is a private street. All utilities are available to the site. 4. Envirormiental 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, a contractor, is constructing the house for the property owner's private residence. The four -bedroom house will have approximately 4000 feet of livable area, with an exercise room and wine cellar located in a smell basement under the family roan. The dimensions of the bedroom substantially exceed the 10-foot minimum require- ment. The 880-square-foot attached garage has a connecting door into the house. The overall height of the house is 16 feet. The sides will have Navajo white stucco siding, and the 5 and 12 pitch gable roof will be covered with red "S" tile. The roof eaves are a minimum of four feet. A pool will be located in the courtyard area of the home. The front setback is 22 feet, the rear setback is 21 feet, and the sideyard setbacks are 7 and 7; feet. The landscape plan for the front yard shows annual greundcover with a Brazilian pepper tree, olive and palm trees, and shrubs. .e, 066 r STAFF REPORT - PLANNING COMMISSION March 12, 1985 Page 2. STAFF CC M1ENTS AND ANALYSIS The floor plan, height and siting of the house complies with the R-l* Zoning require- ments and the City's adopted miniimmn standards for single-family houses. However, the pool equipment and air -conditioners are shaan within the 10-foot rear and five- foot sideyard setbacks, which is not permitted by the Municipal Land Use Ordinance. The conditions of approval require the mechanical equipment to be located outside the setback areas. Regarding the compatibility of the house's design with surrounding development, the overall design, size, bulk and siting are consistent with the existing surrounding homes in the area. The exterior materials are also consistent with area developnent. The La Quinta Golf Estates Architectural Committee, which is made up of the board members of the property avners association, has approved the proposed house design. VINn IM 1. The request is consistent with the goals and objectives of the La Quinta General Plan and, when constructed in aocordance with the conditions of approval, will comply with the standards of the R-1* Zone. 2. The proposed design is compatible with area development. 3. The project will not have a significant adverse impact on the environment. STAFF RFX;OKAENIDATION Based upon the above findings, the Commmity Developent Department recommends approval of Plot Plan No. 84-136 in accordance with Exhibits A, B and C and subject to the attached conditions. ZdZra'L� KBomZeXr Principal Planner SLB:dmv Atch: 1. Conditions 2. Exhibits A, B and C •• err Lawrence L. Stevens, AICP Community Development Director 067 2MS APPIiOAAL IS SUB®JI7CT YO 2M FCLIDWD G OQOMC S: 1. the developm nt, of the site shall be in oonfamw oe with the bdi3bits A, 8 and C OMtained in the file for Plot plan No. 85-136 , tmleas otherwise amended Ivy the fallowing conditions. 2. 'hhe approved plot plan stall be used within two years of the approval date; other►tee, it shall beoore null and Void and of no effect whatsoever. Sy "use' is meant the beginning of substantial cmutructioa, not including gradings omteplated by this approval *dch is begun with the too -year Period and is thereafter diligently pursued to ompletion. 3. Water and sewage disposal facilities stall be installed in a000rdanoe with the requirements of the Riverside Ownty Health Department. 4. Fire protection stall be provided in accordance with the standards of the Uniform Fire Code as adopted by the City of Is Quints. 5. 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 treating and cooling mechanical equipment stall be ground mamted, or screened entirely by the roof structure. S. 4the driveway stall be surfaced with concrete and have asphaltic oonarete connecting pavement (a 2" x 4" header) to the existing street pavement. 9. The Applicant stall 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 larshal " Ommudty Developmaht Department, Planning Division ° Desert Sands Unified School District 10. The Applicant shall pay a school developent 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. A letter fran Desert Sands Unified School District stating that these fees have been paid shall be presented to the OmTmu ty Development DepartnE!nt, Building Division, prior to issuance of a building permit. 11. No mechanical equipment shall be located in the setback areas. O ,I 1168 ITEM NO. /v', DATE - /:,�Z - P S� PLANNING/COMMISSION MEETING RE: �� EE ��' d P "". !C MOTION BY: GOETCHEUS WAIJTNG LIMKIEWICZ MORAN SECOND BY: GOETCHEUS WALLING KLIMKIEWICZ /T1RAN DISCUSSION: //G , lil , �- THORNBURGH THORNBURGH ROLL CALL VOTE: COMMISSIONERS: AYE NO ABSTAIN ABSENT PRESENT GOETCHEUS — KLII,IK IICZ — MORAN — iiNLLING THORNBURGi — UNANIMOUSLY ADOPTED: YES NO .0.!1' 06,7 9 El MEMORANDUM CITY OF LA QUINTA To: The Honorable Chairman and Members of the Planning Commission From: Comnanity Development Department Date: March 12, 1985 Subject: PLAT PLAN NO. 84-087 (REVISED) Location: Southeast Corner of Avenida Carranza and Calle Sonora Applicant: Mr. & Mrs. Joseph Carpini Request: Approval of a Revised Roof Design on a Previously Approved Single -Family House :•« ate• i u 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 at the southeast corner of Avenida Carranza and Calle Sonora. The houses in the vicinity are the typical California style which is predcnunant in the Cove area. All the houses have stucco siding, with the roofing material varying between gravel, asphalt shingle and concrete tile. 4. Environmental Assessment: The project is categorically exert from the require- ments of the California Environmental Quality Act (CBQA) and a Notice of Exenption will be filed with the County Recorder. 5. Description of Request: As shown on the attached Exhibit, the Applicant is requesting a change fron the previously approved roof design. The previous design provided for a row of vertical windows near the ridge of the roof. The Applicant is requesting approval to revise the plan to a 4� and 12 pitch gable roof. No other changes are proposed. As under the approved plans, the walls (excepting the rear wall) will have stucco siding and the roof will be covered with concrete tile. STAFF COMMENTS AND ANALYSIS The proposed roof design is ccnypatible with the existing houses in the area. P4ien the plan was reviewed and approved by the Planning C nmissicn on December 11, 1984, Staff incorrectly stated in the report that all the walls will have textured .401, 079 STAFF REPORT - PLANNING C(MISSION March 12, 1985 Page 2. stucco siding. The plan shows wood siding on one side of the garage and on the rear of the house. Staff recommends that a condition be added to require that all sides of the house, with the exception of the gables, be stucco. FINDI W3S 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 and appearance, when constructed in accordance with the conditions of approval, will be ocnpatible 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 recoHmiends approval of Plot Plan No. 84-087 in accordance with Exhibits A, B and C, Revised, and subject to the attached conditions of approval. PREPARED BY: a L. Bonner Principal Planner Atch: 1. Conditions 2. Exhibits A, B and C APP BY: " O-z".' /� Lawrence L. Stevens, AICP Community Development Director .0_11, 071 2MIS APPFOM IS 6UBMT 70 2ME MICKAC OONDnICNSn� 1. 'Due development of the site shall be in connfamenoe with the 19dnibits A, H and C oontsined in the file for plot Plan Mo. 84-087 .(Revised), unless otherwise amended by the following auditions. 2. 2he %Vrouved plot plan shall be used within two years of the approval date] otherwise, it shall become null and void and of no effect whatsoever. day "use• is meant the beginning of subetantial construction, not including begun grading. Oonte°plated by this approval which is begwith the two-year period and is thereafter diligently pursued to oonpletion. 3. Water and sewage disposal facilities shall be installed in a000rdanoe with the sequiraments of the Riverside Oamty Health Department. 4. Fire protection shall be provided in a000rdanoe with the standards of the ttaifamm Fine Cade as adapted by the City of la Quints. S. Prior to the issuance of a building permit, the developer shall submit and have approved, a detained Ludsoape plan for the front yard showing the species, size, location and spacing of all planting materials, including a minimaa of two (2), Ur -gallon, street trees. dine plan shall irdioate the irrigation system and the location of the required three (3) outdoor water spigots. Prior to the issuance of a Certificate of Ooanpaly, 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, or screened entirely by the roof structure. 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 (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 cbeck: ° Riverside County Health Department ° City Fire Kwdml ° Cortnnnity Develepment Department, Planning Division ° Desert Sands Unified School District 10. 7ne 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. A letter from Desert Sands Unified School District stating that these fees have been paid shall be presented to the Comimity Develgment Department,, Building Division, prior to issuance of a building permit. 11. All roof eaves shall be a minimum depth of 18 inches. e,+;: 072 CONDITICNS - PLOT PLAN NO. 84-087 (REVISED) Page 2. 12. All bedrooms shall have minimum 10-foot interior clear dimensions. 13. A pedestrian door shall be provided along the east side of the garage, with a connecting covered walkway between the garage and the front door. 14. All siding, with the exception of the gables, shall be stucco. . 073 i ITEM NO. J O DATE PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING RE: MOTION BY: GOETCHEUS WALLING KLIMKIEWICZ MORAN THORNBURGH SECOND BY: ETCHEUS WALLING KLIMKIEWICZ MORAN THORNBURGH DISCUSSION: ROLL CALL VOTE: COMMISSIONERS: GOETCHEUS fM1l,lKMgICZ MORAN WALLING THORMURGH UNANIMOUSLY ADOPTED: AYE NO ABSTAIN ABSENT PRESENT YES NO .s r� 7Y MEMORANDUM CITY OF LA QUINTA To: The Honorable Chairman and Manbers of the Planning Commission From: Community Development Department Date: Much 12, 1985 Subject: SPRM VACATION NO. 84-005 Location: Portions of Calle Tampico and Avenida obregon Applicant: Landmark land Company Request: To Abandon Portions of Avenida obregon and Calle Tampico On January 8, 1985, the Planning Commission conducted a public hearing on the street Vacation request (in conjunction with the Plot Plan request) and unanimously denied the application. It should be noted that the principal responsibility of the Commission with regard to road vacations is to determine general plan consistency. The Planning Commission discussion on the road vacations focused on the following issues: ° Premature nature of vacation request as it relates to coordination with flood improvenents. ° Piecemeal nature of vacation request with only two small segments being part of Applicant's request. ° Relationship of road vacation to proposed development. In general, it was the consensus of the Commission that there were problems with the project as currently proposed. However, since both the Applicant and surrounding property owners (who generally objected to the project) pushed for a decision and there appeared little indication of substantive changes, the Commission deemed it necessary to deny the request. On January 23, 1985, the Applicant appealed the Planning Commission decision to deny the above -referenced matter. The appeal letter is attached. On February 19, 1985, the City Council conducted a public hearing on the appeal and determined that the matter should be referred back to the Planning Commission for reconsideration due to various substantive changes in the project, including the road vacation request itself. Changes pertinent to this request included: ® 0 STAFF REPORT - PLANNING CON aSSION March 12, 1985 Page 2. Applicant has submitted a letter from Coachella Valley Water District requesting vacation to CVWD of pertinent right-of-way adjacent to project site. A revised exhibit shows the revised request. Review should be made of the previous Staff Report (dated January 8, 1985) prepared for the Commission on this matter. It is attached for your information. At this point in time, it is the Camdssicn's responsibility to review the road vacation in light of the changes and report back to the City Council any change in its recommendation. In considering this request, several essential determinations should be made including: ° Consistency of the proposed abandonment with the General Plan. ° Evidence of public benefit of proposed abandonment. • Demonstration that roads proposed for abandonment are not needed for future use. ° Compliance with provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act. General Plan Consistency: The vacation of both Calle Tampico and Avenida Obregon could be considered to be in ampliance with the adopted Circulation Element since 60-foot-wide, local streets are not shown on the General Plan. This does not, however, mean that other general circulation standards could be considered in making the determination of General Plan consistency. Public Benefit: Ultimately, the abando ment of public rights -of -way in this area will be necessary to facilitate anticipated changes to the flood control system; however, final plans for the flood improvements in this area are not yet complete. As a result, it is difficult to fully and adequately assess the impacts to roads in the area. Principal concerns related to public benefit should be local circulation needs, particularly those related to emergency vehicles. It would appear that, based on a preliminary understanding of the ultimate mad configuration in the area, abandon- ments of these roads would not significantly affect local circulation or emergency vehicle access provided that provision is made for adequate cul-de-sac turnarounds for any cul-de-sacs that would occur as a result of road changes. With the modification of the proposal to include the land to be vacated to CVWD, this mitigates previous concerns that a piecemeal approach to vacating these roads could add short-term disadvantages to circulation since improvements associated with the private development could provide temporary blockages to existing rights -of -way. Of course, it should be noted that the condition of existing improvements, particularly the flood crossing at Tampico are currently only limited in their accessibility. Future Use: The future use of these portions of Calle Tampico and Avenida Obregon seem somewhat limited. They principally provide local circulation to a limited nnmiber 9 STAFF REPORT - PLANNING COMMISSION March 12, 1985 Page 3. of lots. It does, however, appear that the anticipated, ultimate road configuration would provide adequate access for residential type developments. The nature of the area indicates that the volume of traffic generated by residential uses could not be large enough to require Avenida Obregon and Calle Tampico to connect with each other. Environmental Review: The road vacation has been reviewed for environmental concerns and pertinent comments are included under the heading "Environmental Assessment" with the Background section of this report. Briefly, the only apparent mitigation necessary for the vacations appears to be provision for adequate cul-de-sacs and associated turnarounds. The inclusion of MgD's portion of the vacation request into the Applicant's proposal overcomes nearly all of the concerns previously noted. However, the close association of the vacation request with the Plot Plan application may nevertheless affect the desire to make a favorable consistency finding. In making a deternunation on this matter, the following alternatives are available to the Commission: 1. Reaffirm previous position and not make consistency determination due to concerns with the development project. 2. De}Anilne project is consistent with the General Plan by adopting attached Resolution. In conjunction with this alternative, the Commission may desire to comment on the conditions drafted for the vacation even though they are not technically part of the Commission's review responsibility. FINDINGS 1. The vacation of Calle Tampico west of Avenida Carranza and of Avenida Obregon for a distance of approximately 300 feet southerly of Calle Tampico is con- sistent with the Circulation Element of the General Plan since local streets are not depicted thereon. 2. The portions of Calle Tampico and Avenida Obregon requested to be vacated are not needed to serve any substantive public benefit associated with traffic circulation since they serve primarily a limited, localized area which would not be adversely affected by alternate access routes, including cul-de-sacs, providing that any cul-de-sacs are adequately designed. 3. Anticipated area traffic and related circulation needs within the area are not sufficient to indicate that the roads proposed for abandonment are necessary for future public use as road rights -of -sway. Portions of the abandoned road rights -of -may will be used for future public benefit as part of flood control inprovemernts to the area and the proposed abandonments will accommodate this need. 4. Approval of the requested street vacation will not cause a significant impact on the environment and the preparation of an Environmental Impact Report is not necessary. 077 0 SPAFF REPORT - PLANNING COMISSION March 12, 1985 Page 4. Based upon the above findings, the Ccmmmity Development Departw-nt reoonrends that the attached Resolution determining that Street Vacation No. 84-005 is consistent with the La Quints General Plan be adopted. The Commtmity Development Department further recatmends that the Planning Commission support the attached conditions if Street Vacation No. 84-005 is approved by the City Council. PREP BY. d' P" Lawrence L. Stevens, AICP COnrunity Development Director LLS:dmv Atchs: 1. Exhibit A, Revised. 2. CVWD Letter of 2/5/85 3. Resolution No. P.C. 85-3 4. Conditions for Vacation 5. 2/19/85 Council Mato 6. 1/23/85 Appeal Letter 7. 1/8/85 P/C Mato on Vacation 8. Original Exhibit A �?4 .: � m, 079 . z FSTASIISNED IN 1916 AS A PUBLICAY COACHELLA VALLEY WATER DISTRICT POST OFFICE BOX TOSS • COACHELLA, CALIFORNIA 92236 • TELEPHONE (619) 3W2851 pnECTORS OFFICERS RIIYMONDR. RUMMONDS. PRESIDENT LOWELL O. INUMOENERAL MANAGER -CHIEF ENGINEER 1ELUS OODEKA5. VICE PRESIDENT BERNARDINE SUTTON. SECRETARY JOHN P. POWELL KERM M. MISWORTM, ASSISTANT GENERAL MANAGERIAUOITOR PAIL W. NIGIOLS REDWINE AND SHERRILL ATTOIWEYS NtM D BUXTON February 5. 1985 Sandra Bonner Principal Planner City of La Quints Post Office Boa 1504 La Quinta, California 92253 Dear Ms. Bonner: Subject: Street Abandonment File: 0121.3194 0651.96 The District has no objections to the abandonment of those portions of Avenida Obregon and Calle Tampico lying westerly and northerly of the two portions of these streets proposed for abandonment on the drawing attached to your November 27, 1984, letter. These portions of the streets are within the proposed right-ofway for the relocated Bear Creek Stormwater Channel. A small portion of Avenida Obregon lying just south of the portion shown on your drawing may be required. This will not be known until the final design is complete. if you have any questions or need additional information, please call Tom Levy. TEL:cp Yours very truly. ✓ O'W� owell 0. Weeks Genal Manager -Chief Engineer TRUE CONSERVATIO1 USE WATER WISELY 080 0 RESOLUTION NO. P.C. 85-3 A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA DETERMINING THAT THE PROPOSED ABANDONMENT OF CALLE TAMPICO WEST OF AVENIDA CARRANZA AND OF AVENIDA OBREGON TO A DISTANCE APPROXIMATELY THREE -HUNDRED -FEET SOUTH OF CALLE TAMPICO IS IN CONFORMANCE WITH THE LA QUINTA GENERAL PLAN. WHEREAS, the City of La Quinta has adopted a General Plan pursuant to Government Code Section 65302; and WHEREAS, Government Code Section 65402 provides that no street shall be vacated until the location, purpose and extent of such street vacation is submitted to the Planning Commission and is reported upon as to its conformity with the La Quinta General Plan; and WHEREAS, the portions of Calle Tampico and Avenida Obregon requested to be vacated are not needed to serve any substantive public benefit associated with traffic circulation since they serve primarily a limited, localized area which would not be adversely affected by alternate access routes, including cul-de-sacs, providing that any cul-de-sacs are adequately designed; and WHEREAS, anticipated area traffic and related circulation needs within the area are not sufficient to indicate that the roads proposed for abandonment are necessary for future public use as road rights -of -way, although portions of the abandoned road rights -of -way will be used for future public benefit as part of flood control improvements to the area and the proposed abandonments will accommodate this need; and WHEREAS, approval of the requested street vacation will not cause a significant impact on the environment and the preparation of an Environmental Impact Report is not necessary. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Planning Commission of the City of La Quinta hereby finds and determines that the proposed vacation of Calle Tampico west of Avenida Carranza and of Avenida Obregon to a distance approximately three -hundred -feet south of Calle Tampico is in conformance with the Circulation Element of the La Quinta General Plan. ADOPTED this day of AYES: NOES: ABSENT: ATTEST: , 1985, by the following vote: CHAIRMAN, PLANNING COMMISSION V8Y SECRETARY, PLANNING COMMISSION 2 0 RESOLUTION NO. P.C. 85-3 Page 2. APPROVED AS TO FORM: CITY ATTORNEY APPROVED AS TO CONTENT: COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR 082 CCNDITICNS FOR STREET VACATICN NO. 84-005 1. Applicant shall provide any additional street signing (i.e., "Not A Through Street") needed as a result of the road vacation. 2. Road improvements specified in conjunction with Plot Plan No. 84-088 as part of Phase 1 shall be provided in conjunction with the road vacation. 3. Applicant shall provide any necessary supporting documents including legal descriptions to facilitate recordation. 4. Applicant shall provide documentation indicating that all affected utility agencies have reviewed the vacation and that satisfactory arrangements have been made concerning their facilities, if any. MEMORANDUM 4�.r To: The Honorable Mayor and Members of the City _CounciL__._._____ From: Planning Commission Date: February 19, 1985 Subject: 1. PLOT PLAN NO. 84-088 2. STREET VACATION NO. 84-055 Location: 1. Southeast Corner of Calle Tampico and Avenida Obregon 2. Portions of Calle Tampico and Avenida Obregon Applicant: Landmark Land Company Request: 1. To construct a one-story, 8000-square-foot, golf course maintenance building. 2. To abandon portions of Avenida Obregon and Calle Tampico. On January 23, 1985, the Applicant appealed the Planning Commission decision to deny the above -referenced matters. The appeal letter is attached. On January 8, 1985, the Planning Commission conducted public hearing on the Plot Plan and Street Vacation requests and unanimously denied both applications. The attached Staff Reports provide background information reviewed by the Planning Commission when it considered these matters. The Planning Commission discussion on this project focused on the following issues: ° Premature nature of vacation request as it relates to coordination with flood improvements. ° Piecemeal nature of vacation request with only two small segments being part of Applicant's -request. • Compatibility of proposed maintenance building with surrounding residential area. ° Concerns relating to the type and amount of traffic generated by the proposed use, especially in light of existing circulation pattern in the surrounding area and relating to the main point of access. ° Concerns regarding appropriateness of building design, including its orientation towards the mountain. P 08; l STAFF REPORT — CITY COUNCIL February 19, 1985 Page 2. ° Concerns regarding adequacy of parking. ° Concerns about the Applicant's ability to comply with Fire Department requirements for access and fire flow. ° Concerns regarding perimeter fencing and landscaping, as well as the Eisenhower/Tampico landscaping situation. ° Concerns regarding noise and other operational factors associated with the maintenance facility. In general, it was the consensus of the Commission that there were problems with the project as currently proposed. However, since both the Applicant and surrounding property owners pushed for a decision and there appeared little indication of substantive changes, the Commission deemed it necessary to deny the requests. The following persons appeared for the Applicant requesting approval of the requests: ° Andy Vossler, Landmark Vice -President, noted the Applicant's willingness to change the entry to Tampico, review fencing and on -site landscaping and make certain other modifications. He stated that the facility was a necessity, not a luxury, and that it would be an asset to the neighborhood. ° Brian Curley, Planner for Landmark, described the proposed metal building and its design advantages. ° Peter Sherman, Counsel for Landmark, stated that the City could not require Eisenhower/Tampico landscaping as part of this project because it was not reasonably related to the proposed use. The following persons appeared in opposition to the request: ° Bruce Robinson, Obregon resident and property owner, acting as spokesman for the neighbors, objected to the improper maintenance facility location, noise level increases, detri- mental impacts to residences, storage of potentially hazardous fuel and pesticides, possible undesirable effects of workers in the neighborhood, and other features of the project. He stated that another location would be more appropriate. ° Maurice Bridler, Alvarado resident and property owner, agreed with Mr. Robinson's objections and stated that the building should be within the project so that the users of the golf course would be the ones putting up with any detrimental impacts occurring from its own maintenance facility. ° Frank Murphy, area property owner (36 lots), stated that this use should not be allowed in an R-1 Zone. ° Other neighbors to the proposed project were in attendance, but did not speak. s, �8S STAFF REPORT - CITY COUNCIL February 19, 1985 Page 3. Subsequent to the Planning Commission decision on the project, there has been considerable activity by the Applicant to modify the proposal to overcome the opposition evident at the hearings. ° Applicant has revised the site plans calling for a two-phase development scheme. Principal changes in the plan include change the main entrance to Tampico from Obregon; changing the golf course access point (in Phase 2); providing berm, block wall, new landscaping along east property line (in Phase 2); relocating chain link fence along dike (in Phase 2). ° Applicant has revised exterior building elevations changing from a metal building to a stucco exterior, including several vertical and horizontal offsets elements with a tile mansard roof. ° Applicant has submitted a letter (copy attached) proposing to immediately install (as part of conditions for approval) land- scaping and walkway per a plan submitted [See Exhibit D (New)). The letter requests the City to maintain the area. The letter also proposes to contribute to the cost of a signal at Eisenhower and Avenue 50. Landmark further requests the City to require La Quinta Country Club to improve its maintenance facility across from the Hotel entrance. ° Applicant has met with Bruce Robinson in an effort to respond to neighbors' concerns and, according to Mr. Robinson, there will be little or no objection to the project as a result of the above referenced changes and other "agreements" made with the Applicant. ° Applicant has submitted a letter from Coachella Valley water District requesting vacation to CVWD of pertinent right-of-way adjacent to project site. A revised exhibit shows the revised request. In considering this appeal, the City Council has the following alternatives available: 1) Deny the Plot Plan and Street Vacation, as currently recommended by the Planning Commission. (It would be necessary for Staff to prepare findings to support such an action.) 2) Refer the matter back to the Planning Commission for additional consideration, including possible conditions for approval. This can be done based primarily on the modifications which have been made since previous Commission review which may be substantial and which may change the Commission recommendation. (If this is done, the appeal hearing should be continued - probably to March 19 to allow Commission consideration on March 12.) ��s 0 STAFF REPORT - CITY COUNCIL February 19, 1985 Page 4. 3) Approve the Plot Plan and Street Vacation. Since no approval conditions have been prepared, Staff would need direction as to when to prepare conditions (i.e., for Council on February 19 if not referred to Commission; for the Commission on March 12; or, for any continued Council hearing). PREP ED BY: Lawrence L. Stevens, AICP Community Development Director LLS:dmv 087 January 22, 1985 La Quinta City Council La Quinta City Hall Post Office Box 1504 La Quinta, CA 92253 RE: STREET VACATION NO. 84-005 PLOT PLAN NO. 84-088 Dear Madame Mayor: RECEIVED JAN 2 3 1985 COMMUCITY OF LA UINTA NITY DE E OPMENT DEPT Enclosed please find our Appeal of the La Quinta Planning Commission's denial of our applications for a request to vacate portions of Calle Tampico and Avenida Obregon, Street Vacation No. 84-005, and a request to construct a golf course maintenance building at the southeast corner of Calle Tampico and Avenida Obregon, Plot Plan No. 84-088. We believe that the Commission did not have an opportunity to fully consider our applications, and denied the proposed project based upon the lack of information regarding the design and use of the proposed facility. During the preceeding nine months, Landmark has worked with the City staff in developing our plans for this project. Time is now of the essence for our gaining approval and commencing construction of the proposed building. We look forward to this opportunity to bring this matter before the City Council, for your consideration and approval, which will enable us to complete this project and properly and adequately maintain our golf courses which are an essential part of the La Quinta Hotel and neighboring developments. Landmark will continue to work with our elected officials and staff during the pendency of this proceeding in an effort to achieve an equitable resolution of this matter. LANDMARK LAND COMPANY, INC., P.O. Box 1000, La Quinta, California 92253 (619) 345-2888 0800 Additionally enclosed is a check in the amount of $25.00 as and for a filing fee for this Appeal. The City staff has advised us that this is the correct filing fee, as opposed to that stated in the January 18, 1985 Notice of Denial. If, for any reason, this amount is not correct please advise me of that fact so that this Appeal will not be prejudiced because of a failure to pay the appropriate filing fee. Thank you for your consideration. Sincerely, Peter Sherman Corporate Counsel PS/ld 9 ' LANDMARK LAND COMPANY, INC., P.O. Box 1000, La Quinta, California 92253 (619) 345-2888 n�9 11, Peter Sherman Corporate Counsel Landmark Land Company Suite 204 74-333 Highway Ill Palm Desert, CA 92260 (619) 341-3953 APPEAL CITY OF LA QUINTA COUNTY OF RIVERSIDE, STATE OF CALIFORNIA In re: LANDMARK LAND COMPANY, ) a Delaware Corporation ) Street Vacation No. ) 84-005 ) Plot Plan No. 84-088 ) Landmark Land Company, (herein referred to as LANDMARK) hereby appeals the action of the City of La Quinta Planning Commission on January 8, 1985, denying a request to vacate portions of Calle Tampico and Avenida Obregon, Street Vacation No. 84-005, and a request to construction a golf course maintenance building at the southeast corner of Calle Tampico and Avenida Obregon, Plot Plan No. 84-088, on the following grounds: 1. The Property is appropriately zoned for this proposed use. 2. The proposed use is compatible with the surrounding area including the adjacent golf course. �• 090 U 0 3. The Planning Commission was not given adequate opportunity for inquiry and review of the written staff report. 4. The Planning Commission was not presented with conditions for approval along with the staff report, thereby effectively limiting possibility for Commission approval of the projects. 5. The staff actions, cited in Paragraph Three (3) and Four (4) above, severely limited LANDMARK'S ability to properly prepare for the hearing and address staff comments and concerns in a cohesive presentation at that hearing. 6. LANDMARK did, and does now, evidence a willingness to comply with any reasonable conditions required for the granting of the permit. LANDMARK hereby requests that the La Quinta City Council: 1. Reverse the Planning Commission's decisions, and 2. Approve the project plans. Respectfully submitted, i Dated: — Peter Sherman _2_ 091 MEMORANDUM CITY OF LA O.UINTA To: The Honorable Chairman and Members of the Planning Commission From: Corm mity Development Deparbrent Date: January 8, 1985 Subject: STREET VACATION NO. 84-005 - PORTIONS OF AVFNIDA OBREGON AND CALLE TAMPICO Location: 1. Calle Tampico Between Avenida Carranza and Avenida Obregon 2. Avenida Obregon Between Calle Tampico and Calle Montezuma Applicant: Landmark Land Company Request: To abandon portions of Avenida Obregon and Calle Tampico 1. General Plan The Circulation Element of the General Plan does not indicate local streets such as Calle Tampico and Avenida Obregon. 2. Zoning The area south of Calle Tampico is zoned R-1*++ which is designated for single- family residential use. The area to the north is zoned R-5 which is an open - space carbining zone with residential development. 3. Existing Conditions Avenida Obregon is a 60-foot right-of-way and is currently improved, but not to current standards. Calle Tampico is a 30-foot right-of-way and is improved between Eisenhower Drive and Avenida Carranza, but is not accessible west of Avenida Carranza due to existing flood control channel. The subject area is partially developed with single-family residences. The area north of Calle Tampico is developed as part of the la Quinta Hotel and Golf Course complex. The area south of Calle Tampico consists of scattered site development of single-family residences. Much of the area is vacant due to limited access across existing flood control improvements. There is an existing improved flood channel located parallel to and between Avenida Carranza and Avenida Obregon. This channel currently empties into the golf course. it is contemplated that the area used for flood improvement will be relocated to a point west of Avenida Obregon within the next two years. STAFF REPORT - PLANNING COMMISSION January 8, 1985 Page 2. 4. Environmental Assessment: Staff has conducted an initial study reviewing environmental impacts associated with the proposed road vacation. It appears that the vacations themselves will not create a significant impact on the environment provided that adequate provision is made for cul-de-sacs, including turnarounds, at necessary points along the roads rights -of -way. 5. Project Description: The Applicant is requesting to vacate a shall, triangular portion of Avenida Obregon in front of Lots 5 and 6 of Block 44 and to vacate a rectangular portion of Calle Tampico to the north of Lot 1 of Block 44. These vacations are intended to facilitate construction of a golf course maintenance facility (see separate report entitled Plot Plan No. 84-088). Remaining portions of Calle Tampico and Avenida Obregon will be proposed for vacation by Coachella Valley Water District in conjunction with finalization of plans for flood improvements to the area. 6. Comments From Public Agencies A. General Telephone Company - The telephone company has no objections and no plant involved. B. Fire Marshal - Psax mended that the vacated portion of Calle Tampico on the east side be maintained as private, gated driveway for alternate access. C. Coachella Valley Water District - The District has no objections to abandon- ment. D. Southern California Gas Oanmany - No comment. E. City Engineer - No cr�mnent. F. Comments were requested, but not received from the Health Department, Imperial Irrigation District, Southern California Water Company, the Hareowners' Association, the Property Owners' Association and Chamber of Commerce. STAFF COMMENTS AND ANALYSIS This application to vacate portions of Calle Tampico and Avenida Obregon is intended to facilitate construction of a golf course maintenance building (see separate report for Plot Plan No. 84-088). It should be anticipated that additional road abandonments within the immediate area will be necessary in conjunction with flood improvements to be constructed by the Coachella Valley Water District. In considering this request, several essential determinations should be made including: • Consistency of the proposed abandonment with the General Plan ° Evidence of public benefit of proposed abandonment ° Demonstration that roads proposed for abandonment are not needed for future use ° cmpliance with provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act .o_0,, ns3 STAFF REPORT - PLANNING CCWISSION January 8, 1985 Page 3. General Plan Consistency: The vacation of both Calle Tampico and Avenida Obregon could be considered to be in compliance with the adopted Circulation Element since 60-foot-wide, local streets are not shoran on the General Plan. This does not, however, mean that other general circulation standards could be considered in making the determination of General Plan consistency. Public Benefit: Ultimately, the abandonment of public rights -of -way in this area will be necessary to facilitate anticipated changes to the flood control system; however, final plans for the flood immprovements in this area are not yet complete. As a result, it is difficult to fully and adequately assess the impacts to roads in the area. Principal concerns related to public benefit should be local circulation needs, particularly those related to emergency vehicles. It world appear that, based on a preliminary understanding of the ultimate road configuration in the area, abandon- ments of these roads would not significantly affect local circulation or emergency vehicle access provided that provision is made for adequate cul-de-sac turnarounds for any cul-de-sacs that would occur as a result of road changes. It does, however, appear that a piecemeal approach to vacating these roads to facilitate private development could add short -tern disadvantages to circulation since improvements associated with the private development could provide tenporary blockages to existing rights -of -way. of course, it should be noted that the condition of existing improvements, particularly the flood crossing at Tanpico are currently only limited in their accessi- bility. Future Use: The future use of these portions of Calle Tarpioo and Avenida Obregon seen somewhat limited. They principally provide local circulation to a limited number of lots. It does, however, appear that the anticipated, ultimate road configuration would provide adequate access for residential type developments. The nature of the area indicates that the volume of traffic generated by residential uses would not be large enough to require Avenida Obregon and Calle Tanpioo to connect with each other. Environmental Review: The road vacation has been reviewed for environmental concerns and pertinent cannents are included under the heading "Environmental Assessment" with the Background section of this report. Briefly, the only apparent mitigation necessary for the vacations appears to be provision for adequate cal -de -sacs and associated turnarounds. Additional Remarks: It seems evident that the ultimate road configuration in the area will be adjusted primarily to accomRodate future flood improvements. Nevertheless, there is significant concern that the piecemeal abandonment of these rights -of -way is not advantageous to the City's needs, nor to those of surrounding residents. It seems necessary, in order to fully and adequately assess the potential inpacts of adjustments to the area circulation pattern to have a complete proposal from the water district and rarAlmmrk Land Company for abandonment, so that adequate coordination can be made with these changes proposed in the area. !�94 ® 0 STAFF REPORT - PLANNING CMUSSICN January 8, 1985 Page 4. %%bile it is principally the role of the Planning Carnmission to review General plan consistency of road vacations, it nevertheless seems appropriate to consider this proposed vacation slightly differently because of the associated plot plan application, over which the Planning Cumussion has final review authority. As a result, it seams necessary to withhold consistency determination until problans associated with that plot plan and these piecaneal vacations are adequately resolved. The Cannm'ty Develognent Department recamiends that Street Vacation No. 84-005 be continued to the Planning CamLiSsion meeting of February 12, 1985, and that the Applicant be requested to meet with staff to resolve concerns related to the application as expressed in the "Analysis" section of this report. r�z B L. Stevens, AICP Cam zdty Develognent Director LLS:dmv oy 5 0 N8V m T.:--- ru jo m z . 0 m G) 0 z CALLE TAMPICO :e r... -4 Z9 I RE: ITEM NO. S • A. DATE `3 -/ Z $-s PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING PZ MOTION BY: GOETCHEUS FTALd,ING KLIMKIEWICZ MORAN THORNBURGH SECOND B . GOETCHEUS FRILLING KLIMKIEWICZ MORAN THORNBURGH DISCUSSION: ROLL CALL VOTE: CO*I4ISSIONERS: AYE NO ABSTAIN ABSENT PRESENT GOETCHEUS - IMINKIENICZ — MORAN — WALLING — THOHNBURGH — UNANIMOUSLY ADOPTED: YES NO MEMORANDUM CITY OF LA QUINTA To: The Honorable Chairman and Manbers of the Planning Commission From: Community Developnent Department Date: March 12, 1985 Subject: PLOT PLAN NO. 84-088 location: Southeast Corner of Calle Tammico and Avenida Obregon Applicant: Landmark Land Company Request: Tb construct an 8000-Square-Foot Golf Course Maintenance Building on January 8, 1985, the Planning ccniission conducted a public hearing on the Plot Plan (in conjunction with the Street Vacation request) and unanimously denied the application. The attached Staff Reports provide background information reviewed by the Planning Commission when it considered these matters. The planning Commission discussion on this project focused on the following issues: ° Campatibility of proposed maintenance building with surrounding residential area. ° Concerns relating to the type and amount of traffic generated by the proposed use, especially in light of existing circulation pattern in the surrounding area and relating to the main point of access. ° Concerns regarding appropriateness of building design, including its orientation towards the mountain. ° Concerns regarding adequacy of parking. ° Concerns about the Applicant's ability to amply with Fire Department reguirewents for access and fire flow. ° Concerns regarding perimeter fencing and landscaping, as well as the Eisenhower/Tampico landscaping situation. • Concerns regarding noise and other operational factors associated with the maintenance facility. In general, it was the consensus of the Camaission that there were problem with the project as currently proposed. However, since both the Applicant and suurrouuding property owners (who generally objected to the project) pushed for a decision and there appeared little indication of substantive changes, the Caumission denied it necessary to deny the request. 0 , 098 STAFF REPORT - PLANNING COMMISSION March 12, 1985 Page 2. On January 23, 1985, the Applicant appealed the Planning Commission decision to deny the above referenced matter. The appeal letter is attached. On February 19, 1985, the City Council conducted a public hearing on the appeal and determined that the matter should be referred back to the Planning Commission for reconsideration due to various substantive changes in the project. Changes pertinent to the development plan include: ° Applicant has revised the site plans calling for a two-phase development scheme. Principal changes in the plan include change the main entrance to Tampico from Obregon; changing the golf course access point (in Phase 2); providing berm, block wall, new landscaping along east property line (in Phase 2); relocating chain link fence along dike (in Phase 2). ° Applicant has revised exterior building elevations changing from a metal building to a stucco exterior, including several vertical and horizontal offsets elements with a tile mansard roof. ° Applicant has submitted a letter (copy attached) proposing to immediately install (as part of conditions for approval) landscaping and walkway per a plan submitted [See Exhibit D (New)]. The letter requests the City to maintain the area. The letter also proposes to contribute to the cost of a signal at Eisenhower and Avenue 50. Landmark further requests the City to require La Quinta Country Club to improve its maintenance facility across from the Hotel entrance. (NOTE: This letter was withdrawn at the Council meeting in favor of a revised letter, copy attached, offering a similar proposal, but not as part of the Plot Plan approval.) ° Applicant has met with Bruce Robinson in an effort to respond to neighbors' concerns and, according to Mr. Robinson, there will be little or no objection to the project as a result of the above referenced changes and other "agreements" made with the Applicant. STAFF COMMS AND ANALYSIS Review should be made of the previous Staff Report on the Plot Plan prepared for the Planning Commission since a number of the issues, despite the changes, are similar. The focus in this report will be to comment on the effects of the changes. Traffic and Circulation: Concerns still exist regarding the type of traffic generated by this use and its effect in a residential neighborhood. The change of the main entry to Tampico reduces this concern to a large degree provided that operational activities are conducted as indicated. In spite of contentions to the contrary, it should be expected that some large vehicle traffic will opt to use the easier "through" route to Obregon rather than maneuver on -site and use Tampico. Parkins: Parking is similar to that provided by other like uses and should be adequate unless parking areas end up being used for storage and related activities. Building Design: The change from a metal building to a stucco building with a tile mansard roof will allow the structure to blend better into the residential environment. 3 0 STAFF REPORT - PLANNING CONMISSIGN March 12, 1985 Page 3. Staff still believes that the building orientation should be to the north (facing the golf course) rather than to the west (facing the mountains), but the time to accommodate requires waiting until the flood improvements are colleted and the Applicant appears to need the facility sooner than that. Building Use and Related Activities: There is still concern that noise will be a problem particularly in light of the normal starting time for the golf course maintenance activity. This can only be partially offset by perimeter walls and landscaping. Vdiile conditions of approval can restrict outside storage, only continuing enforcement can assure it. Timing Problems: No additional comments. Road Vacation: See separate report on this matter. Landscaping at Eisenhower and Tampico: This issue has generated significant discussion and the Applicant's position has changed several times. The Comussion is aware of the Applicant's objection to this being a Plot Plan condition at their meeting. Copies of the two letters submitted to the Council subsequent to the Commnission meeting are enclosed for your information. The one with the latter date apparently represents the Applicant's latest position on this matter. It is Staff's perception that this is an extremely important issue to the community and needs to be resolved in conjunction with this project. Fire Department Access and Facilities: The Applicant has indicated that these require- ments can be satisfied. In conclusion, it is Staff's judgment that the proposed use is not appropriate to this residential location as currently designed and is not compatible with existing and future area uses. It is recognized that the changes to site and building design have improved the situation from the initial submittal. Detail in support of this con- clusion is contained in this and the previous report on the Plot Plan. FINDINGS (For Staff Recomendaticn) 1. The establishment of a golf course maintenance facility located in this residential area will not be reasonably compatible with existing and future uses in the area. 2. Traffic generated by the proposed use, particularly larger delivery -type vehicles, will have detrimental effects on the surrounding residential area including streets which are not designed to accommodate said traffic on a regular basis. 3. Certain operational activities associated with the proposed use cannot be adequately mitigated, particularly excess noise associated primarily with early morning onerating lours. STAFF PIXXI44ENDATICN Based upon the above Findings, the Community Development Department recommends denial of Plot Plan No. 84-088. ing STAFF REPORT - PLANNING COMMISSION March 12, 1985 Page 4. If the Cmmission desires to approve the request, the attached Findings and Conditions have been prepared. PREPARED BY _ ,, Lawrence L. Stevens, AICP Ccnmmity Development Director LLS:dmv Atchs. 1. Both Letters on Eisenhower/TaTrpico, etc. 2. 1/8/85 Report on Plot Plan E 0 WN. B 1. The establishment of a golf course maintenance facility will be reasonably compatible with existing and future uses in the area provided that the reco m coded conditions of approval are implemented. 2. operational activities associated with the proposed use can be adequately mitigated if conditions of approval are maintained and enforced. 3. Revisions to the original design particularly in traffic access and building design are essential to overcoming previous concerns with the project and to assuring that desired ccnpatibility can be achieved. 102 0 CCNDITICNS OF APPROVAL G General 1. Plot Plan No. 84-088 shall comply with all standards and requirements set forth in the City of La Quinta Land Use Ordinance. 2. This Plot Plan approval shall expire arse year after the date of final approval within which time the construction authorized must be substantially begun or the occupancy authorized be in use unless a time extension applied for prior to the expiration date is approved. 3. Prior to issuance of a building permit for construction of any use contemplated by this approval, the Applicant shall first obtain permits and/or clearances from the following public agencies: ° Riverside County Environmental Health Department ° City Fire Marshal ° Coachella Valley Water District ° Cacmunity Development Department, Planning Section Evidence of said permit or clearance shall be presented to the Building Section at the time of application for a building permit for the use contemplated here- with. 4. Street Vacation No. 84-005 shall be approved and all conditions therewith complied with or this approval shall became null and void. Site and Building Design 5. Development of site and buildings shall be in accordance with Revised Exhibits Al, A2, B and C and the following conditions of approval, which conditions shall take precedence in the event of any conflict with the provision of the Plot Plan. 6. Phase 2 improvements shall be initiated within 90 days of cc npletion of flood control improvements adjacent to the site. 7. Colors and building materials shall be substantially as submitted and shall be subject to final approval by the Community Development Department. 8. Those areas shown on Exhibit "A" with exterior storage shall be enclosed with stucco walls, with access provided by doors which are consistent with the design and materials of the building. The design materials and colors of the doors shall be subject to the review and approval of the Ccom pity Development Department. 9. All mechanical equipment shall be ground mounted or screened by the design of the roof structure when viewed from adjacent residential properties and public streets. 10. Parking on the site shall be restricted to the designated spaces as shown on Exhibit "A" and in accordance with City standards. All employees and visitors to the facility shall park within this approved area. 11. If the demand for parking by employees and visitors exceeds the number of spaces provided on site, the Applicant shall submit plans to the Community Development Department for review and approval for the expansion of the parking facilities. 7 0,� CCNDITICNS OF APPROVAL - March 12, 1985 Page 2. 12. The location and construction of Phase 2 access to the golf course shall be reviewed and approved by the Community Development Department at such time that the new La Quinta Stormaater Channel dike is constructed. Streets, Traffic, Grading and Access 13. The following street improvements shall be ocupleted prior to the issuance of a certificate of occupancy for the approved building: a. If determined necessary after review of a pavement analysis by the City Engineer, Avenida Obregon from the subject site's south property line to Avenida Montezuma (most southerly alignment) shall be improved to City standards with a minimum pavement width of twenty-four (24) feet, provided that this requirement shall be waived for any portions which are abandoned. b. The northerly corners of the intersection of Avenida Obregon and Avenida Montezuma (most southerly alignment) shall be improved in accordance with City standards. c. The primary access from Calle Tampico and Avenida Carranza to the project site shall be constructed in accordance to City standards with an all weather crossing having a minimum travelway width of 24 feet. The intersection of Calle Tampico and Avenida Carranza shall be improved (to City standards, 14. Provision shall be made to block off that portion of Avenida Obregon north of the secondary entrance to prevent use of the abandoned street and a temporary turnaround shall be provided. 15. At such time that improvement work to the La Quinta Stonmaater Channel adjacent to the site is substantially complete, as determined by the City Engineer and Community Development Director, Calle Obregon shall be improved to City standards in accordance with Exhibit "A, Phase 2", with a minimum driveway pavement width of 24 feet and a cube -sac in accordance with City standards, unless this portion has been abandoned, in which case improvements may be revised and need not be constructed to City standards. 16. If determined necessary after review of a pavement analysis by the City Engineer, Calle Tampico between Eisenhower Drive and Avenida Carranza shall be upgraded to a satisfactory level of improvement. 17. The Applicant shall restrict parking as follows and in accordance with the Comninity Development Department's requirements: a. The primary access fran Calle Tampico west of Avenida Carranza shall be permanently posted as "No Parking". b. During Phase 2, the secondary driveway access fran Avenida Obregon shall be designated as "No Parking". 10" CONDITICNS OF APPROVAL - March 12, 1985 Page 3. 18. The Applicant shall corply with the following requirements of the City Engineer: a. A grading plan prepared by a registered Civil Engineer shall be submitted to the City Engineer for review and approval. b. All street improvement plans shall be submitted to the City Engineer for review and approval. 19. Applicant shall employ appropriate methods to assure use ofthe Calle Tampico entrance as the primary access. Public Services and Utilities 20. The Applicant shall crnply with the following requirements of the City Fire Marshal: a. Provide for a minimum 1250 GPM fireflow (unless the change in construction type results in a different fireflow requirement) from a water system capable of sustaining such flow for a two-hour duration at 20 psi residual pressure. "Super" type fire hydrants to be located not more than 165' nor less than 25' fron any portion of the building exterior. b. Provide paved access along west side of building which shall be a minimum of 24' wide. c. All gates shall be equipped for immediate emergency access with transmitters of an approved type. 21 Prior to the issuance of any building or grading permits, the Applicant shall provide written clearance from Coachella Valley water District that there are no conflicts between the project and existing and future District facilities. 22 All utilities shall be placed underground. The Applicant shall co[ply with all requirements of the Imperial Irrigation District. Walls, Landscaping, Lighting and Signs 23. Prior to the issuance of a certificate of occupancy for the approved use, the following walls and fences shall be installed: A maxinnmi six -foot -high masonry wall with plaster finish along the south 1 and east property lines. b. A maximum six -foot -high fence or cyclone fence with metal slats along the western project boundary. c. The gate for the secondary access from Avenida Cbregon shall be a six -foot - high solid gate. d. Prior to the issuance of any building permits, the design, materials, oolors and locations of the required fencing, walls and gates shall be submitted for review and approval to the Community Development Department. e. No barbed wire, razor wire or similar materials shall be installed on any required perimeter fence or wall. ^� 10.5 CONDITICNS OF APPROVAL - March 12, 1985 Page 4. 24. Prior to the issuance of any building permits, a detailed on -site landscaping plan shall be submitted for the review and approval of the Ccomunity Development Department. Said plan shall indicate the location, species, size and spacing of all planting materials. A detailed irrigation plan shall also be submitted for review and approval. The landscaping plan shall indicate, but not be limited to, the following; i a.) A minimum of six, 8-foot-high trees along the south side of the parking l� area, as shown on Exhibit "A". The planter shall be at least eightfcset V, in width. The trees shall be of species which are nondeciduous and their canopies will provide screening of the building from Avenida Obregon. b. The existing trees along the east property (on Lot 1) shall be maintained until the flood improvements are abandoned. 25 Prior to issuance of building permits, Applicant shall enter into a separate agreement to install landscaping along the Eisenhower/TanUico corridor generally as shown on Exhibit D. Details of the plan, timing of installation, maintenance other activities associated with the Applicant's letter and other pertinent issues shall be resolved. 26• As Part. of Phase 2 improvements, Applicant shall provide a minimum 10-foot-wide landscaping buffer along the entire east property (except at the driveway entrance) and along the south side of the driveway access frem Calle Tampico. Provision shall be made for a landscaping easement or for fee ownership (via a Lot Line Adjustment) at that time. 27. Prior to the issuance of any building permits, the Applicant shall subunit a detailed lighting plan showing the location, design, type (including manufacturer) and intensity of all proposed exterior lighting. The Applicant shall submit concurrently, manufacturer specifications regarding the size of the area illuminated by each light proposed. All lighting shall be screened so as not to shine directly on properties outside the project's perimeter walls nor to create substantial light wash which may be a nuisance to surrounding residents. 28. The location and design of all signage shall be subject to the review and approval of the Community Development Department. Miscellaneous 29. No exterior storage of materials or equipment shall be permitted, excepting the temporary outside storage of sand, dirt and other bulk materials within the designated area in the northern portion of the site. 30. Applicant shall secure approval of a parcel merger from the Co nzdty Development Department for Lots 1-6 prior to occupancy of the subject building. 31. Applicant shall be responsible for payment of infrastructure fees either interim or permanent based upon adopted City policy. 106 January 16, 1985 Frank Usher, City Manager City of La Quinta P.O. Box 1504 La Quinta, CA 92253 Dear Mr. Usher: This proposal is a confirmation of the discussions between Frank Usher, Larry Stevens, Andy Vossler and Ernie Vossler on January 9, 1985. As a part of the conditions of approval for plot plan #84-088 (Maintenance Center for the La Quints. Hotel Golf Club,) Landmark Land Will: 1, lmmediately install and pay for the landscape along Eisenhower and Tampico Streets as outlined by the attached Exhibit "A." The materials used should be decided by the City Planning Department. As per our discussions, long term perpetual maintenance costs must be considered. We feel the City should pay for the maintenance of the area as outlined on Exhibit "A." 2. Landmark Land will pay up to 50% of the cost of the signalization (traffic light) at the corner of 50th and Eisenhower and the entrance to Santa Rosa Cove. This is to be done as soon as reasonably possible. The remaining 50% of this project would be provided by other developers or the City of La Quinta. Also, as a part of this proposal, it was agreed that the City would assume the responsibility to finish Eisenhower to full width from "Club La Quinta" on the North to the intersection of 50th and Eisenhower on the South. This is to be done as soon as reasonably possible. Landmark Land would certainly appreciate the help of the City to require the La Quinta Country Club to clean up and to permanently beautify the entrance to their maintenance center which occurs directly across from the entrance to the La Quinta Hotel. Sincerely, Andy Vossler Project Director AV/deg Andy R. Vossler, Vice President, Lo Quinta LANDMARK LAND COMPANY, INC., P.O. Box 1000, Lo Quinlo, California 92253 (714) 564-3672 107 11 February 19, 1985 La Quinta City Council La Quinta City Hall Post Office Box 1504 La Quinta, CA 92253 Dear Madame Mayor: RLC:EIVED FE',, 19 i995 COMMUNICTY OF LA QUINTA TY DEVELOPMENT DEPT Landmark Land would like to enter into an agreement with the City of La Quinta for the landscaping of portions of Eisenhower and Tampico Streets, the signal- ization of the intersection of Avenue 50 and Eisenhower, and the widening of Eisenhower to the north of that intersection. We propose the following: 1. Landmark Land will immediately install and pay for the landscaping along Eisenhower and Tampico Streets as outlined by the attached Exhibit "A." The materials used should be approved by the City Planning Department. As per our previous discussions, long term perpetual maintenance costs must be considered. We feel the City should pay for the maintenance of the area as outlined on Exhibit "A." 2. Landmark Land will pay up to 50% of the cost of the signalization (traffic light) at the corner of Avenue 50 and Eisenhower and the entrance to Santa Rosa Cove. This is to be done as soon as reasonably possible. The remaining 50% of this project would be provided by other developers or the City of La Quinta. 3. Also, as part of this proposal, it is requested that the City would assume the responsibility to finish Eisenhower to full width from "Club La Quints" on the north, to the intersection of Avenue 50 and Eisenhower on the south. This is to be done as soon as reasonably possible. 4. Additionally, Landmark Land would certainly appreciate the help of the City to require the La Quinta Country Club to clean up and to permanent- ly beautify the entrance to their maintenance center which occurs directly across from the entrance to the La Quinta Hotel. This proposal replaces any previous offers by Landmark Land on these issues. Sincerely, Andy Vossler Vice President AnCy R. Vossler, Vice President, La Quinta LANDMARK LAND COMPANY. INC., PO. Box 1000, Lo Quinta, California 92253 (714) 345-2888 9• r 07 MEMORANDUM I( -- CITY OF LA QUINTA To: The Honorable Chairman and Mambers of the Planning Commission From: Community Development Department Date: January 8, 1985 Subject: PLOT PLAN NO. 84-088 Location: Southeast Corner of Calle Tampico and Avenida Obregon Applicant: Landmark Land Campany Request: To construct a one-story, 8,000-square-foot, golf course maintenance building. BACKGROUND 1. General Plan a. Site: Low Density Residential. b. Surrounding Area: Low Density Residential to the east, west and south; Specific Plan No. 121, Revised, designating golf course and flood control improvements to the north. 2. Zoning a. Site: R-1*++ (One -Family Dwellings, 1200-Square-Foot Minimum Dwelling Size, 17' Height Limit) b. Surrounding Area: R-l* (One -Family Dwellings, 1200-Square-Foot Minimum Dwelling Size) to the west; R-1*++ to the east and south; R-5 (Open -Space Combining Zone -Residential Development) to the north. 3. Environmental Assessment: An Environmental Assessment was prepared by staff in accordance with the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act. The impacts identified include: ° Noise resulting from siting of building facing rock hill which will emphasize sounds, and from proposed hours of operation (6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.) which are not consistent with normal hours of activity. ° Lighting - yard and building will be lit for security. ° land Use - change from residential intensities typical of single- family neighborhood which currently exists in the area. Risk of upset due to fuel, fertilizer, pesticides and insecticides; all access, including emergency fire access to site could be cut off during flooding of Bear Creek Channel, particularly prior to final flood improvements. 10.9 STAFF REPORT - PLANNING COMUSSION January 8, 1985 Page 2. " May decrease attractiveness of adjacent area for residential uses. ° Would generate Substantial traffic over current levels. ° Would add incremental increased demand for public services and utilities. It appears that the project can be determined to not have a significant adverse impact on the environment provided that appropriate mitigation measures are incor- porated in the design. These mitigation measures should be reflected as conditions of approval if the project is approved. 4. Existing Conditions: Avenida Obregon is a 60-foot right-of-way and is currently improved, but not to current standards. Calle Tampico is a 30-foot right-of-way and is improved between Eisenhower Drive and Avenida Carranza, but is not accessible west of Avenida carranza due to existing flood control channel. The subject area is partially developed with single-family residences. The area north of Calle Tampico is developed as part of the La Quinta Hotel and Golf Course complex. The area south of Calle Tampico consists of scattered site development of single-family residences. Much of the area is vacant due to limited access across existing flood control improvements. There is an existing improved flood channel located parallel to and between Avenida Carranza and Avenida Obregon. This channel currently empties into the golf course. It is conteuplated that the area used for flood improvement will be relocated to a point west of Avenida Obregon within the next two years. 5. Project Description: The Applicant proposes to construct a golf course maintenance building of armrcximately 8,000 square feet with an overall height of 1416". Floor plans sii;xdtted indicate areas within the building for open storage, a small shop, ?arts storage, a small office, and employer locker and restroom areas. Outside the building are sandpits and areas for other seasonal outdoor storage. Exterior elevations submitted indicate the building will be of metal construction with the wall panels being white, a decorative strip which is green, with a bronze -colored metal roof, overhead doors are shown along the west building elevation. A parking lot consisting of 16 parking spaces is shown along the south side of the building. Entry to the fenced parking and building area is shown from Avenida Obregon. A 6' high, block wall is proposed along the south property line, but all remaining perimeter property lines are fenced with chain - link fencing. Access from the facility to the golf course is shown at the north end of the project. Proposed landscaping consists of a planter along the south property line and retention of existing trees (off the site) along the east property line. Plans note that the exact location of the future flood control channel and its dike are unknown at this time. Plans also indicate location of a gasoline pump with three underground, 1,000 gallon storage tanks. STAFF REPORT - PLANNING CONIDILSSION January 8, 1985 Page 3. 6. Comments fran Public Agencies: a. Fire Marshal - The Fire Marshal notes as follows: (1) All metal, noncombustible construction would require 1250 GPM fire flow frcm a water system capable of sustaining such flow for a two-hour duration at 20 psi residual pressure. "Super" type fire hydrants located not more than 165 feet nor less than 25 feet fran any portion of the building exterior. (2) Recommend paved access on west side of building be widened to at least 24 feet. (3) Recommend that the vacated portion of Calle Tampico on the east be maintained as private, gated driveway for alternate access. (4) Recamend that gates be equipped for immediate emergency access. b. City Engineer - Summit grading plan prepared by registered Civil Engineer for review and approval. c. Southern California Gas Company - No comient. d. Coachella Valley Water District - The area is subject to shallow flooding and is designated Zone A3 on the Federal Flood Insurance Rate Maps in effect at this time. 'There may be conflict with existing district facilities and we request building permits be withheld until arrangements have been made with the district for relocation of these facilities. e. General Telephone Company - General Telephone Company has no objections and will feed said building fran the south where facilities are currently available. f. Comments were requested, but not received from the Health Department, Imperial Irrigation District, Desert Sands Unified School District, Southern California Water Company, Property Owners' Association and the Chamber of Commerce. STAFF COMMENTS AND ANALYSIS The Camii.ssion should be aware in the review of this plot plan application that it was filed after the CaTrmnity Development Director interpreted the existing R-1 Zoning regulations to allow golf course maintenance buildings as a typical accessory building for golf course facilities which are permitted in the R-1 Zone. This interpretation noted that the golf course maintenance facility shall be contiguous to the golf course in order to be considered accessory. The Planning Commission does have the option to differ with this interpretation as part of the review of the plot plan application. There are a number of concerns with respect to this development proposal which need to be carefully reviewed prior to taking action. These concerns principally include the following: ® 1/ STAFF REPORT - PLANNING CCMMISSION January 8, 1985 Page 4. ° Traffic and circulation impacts on the surrounding residential area. ° Adequacy of proposed parking. ° Building design. ° Noise and related activities associated with building use. ° Timing of project as it relates to flood improvements necessary in the area. • Associated application to vacate roads in the area. • Lapping improvements at Tampico and Eisenhower. ° Fire Department access and facility needs. Traffic and Circulation: Concerns related to traffic and circulation were discussed to sane degree in the associated report on the road vacation request. Of particular conoern here is the type of traffic which would be generated by the proposed golf course maintenance facility and its difference from typical residential development. There is concern that the proposed access fran Avenida Obregon will result in traffic of a more commercial nature coming to this site. That traffic could include larger vehicles delivering landscaping supplies, fertilizer, sand and related materials and tanker trucks delivering gasoline to the underground storage tanks. It does not appear it would be appropriate to bring such traffic along Montezuma and Obregon into the subject site. In addition, employee traffic would not be typical of that traffic which now occurs in the area. As a result, it appears to us that if the use is to be allowed, traffic should be encouraged to cone in from Calle Tampico rather than Avenida Obregon. Although, emergency vehicle type access and a gate for that access appears to be necessary on Avenida Obregon. As noted in the report prepared for the road vacation request, there are concerns about the timing of cul-de-sac and related improvements which are part of the future flood improvements to the area. Parking: Sixteen parking spaces are proposed as part of the project. There is no definitive basis upon which to base parking requirements for this type of facility. Staff has visited a number of similar uses in the area over the last six to eight weeks. Most of these facilities provide a similar number of parking spaces and it appears the number proposed is reasonable. However, concern does exist relative to the continued use of these parking spaces for their designated purpose. Observation of other facilities indicates that over time the parking spaces end up being used for activities associated with the maintenance facility and that parking typically occurs outside of the fenced -off maintenance facilties. This would be particularly undesirable if the Avenida Obregon entrance is the only one provided because the parking would then be occurring along a typical residential street. If the access is moved to Tampico, the concern would be lesser based on existing development, but should be a considera- tion in light of future development in that area. Building Design: The proposed building is of metal construction with a lea height of approximately 1416". This building is typical of others observed during staff visits to some more facilities in the valley. However, all of those structures were located within the projects to which they were accessory. There is concern that the use of this type of building along the perimeter of a project where the principal exposure is to residential uses, which are not part of the project being served by the mainte- nance facility needs to be considered in the building design. The use of the metal 112 STAFF REPORT - PLANNING cammiSSION January 8, 1985 Page 5. type building of this size (nearly 81000 square feet) may not be appropriate to and compatible with this single-family area, considerations to different types Of building exteriors and to reorienting the building are appropriate. While it is possible that sane upgrade to the building materials, particularly the roof, could be considered, it should be noted that there are substantive concerns related to building design and orientation that need to be resolved. Building Use and Related Activities: There are a number of activities typically associated with a maintenance operation, especially one of this size and scope, which can be detrimental to the surrounding residential area. While some of these have been discussed as part of other issues, it is important to note that noise, outside storage and the time of proposed operations seem particularly incompatible with the area. With the orientation of overhead doors facing to the west directly towards large mountains, it can be anticipated that sere deflection of noise to the surrounding area will occur. There does not appear to be any reasonable way to mitigate this increased noise as long as the proposed building orientation is retained. There are several areas currently proposed for outside storage of certain materials; propably sand, some landscaping and associated materials. If these are retained in the areas shown, it is likely they would have limited impact. However, observation of other maintenance activities indicates that these storage activities are, from time to time, likely to spill over into other areas of the site and these can be particularly unattractive to surrounding residential areas if proposed buffering of fencing and landscaping is inadequate. The proposed hours of operation would likely generate significant noise early in the morning. This noise is not typical of residential areas; particularly as early as 6:00 to 6:30 in the morning. It appears that the placement of hours restriction on the use, while enforceable, would be counter productive to typical operations of this sort. In general, it appears that there are a number of activities associated with the proposed use which would be incompatible with the surrounding area. While conditions of approval could mitigate these to some extent, it is nevertheless apparent that all of than cannot be completely mitigated. Timing Problems: The proposed design is to some extent dictated by flood inprovenents, both existing and proposed, for the area. The existing channel, which must be main- tained for the present, is in effect the east boundary of the project. When new improvements are installed (estimated to be at least a year in the future) to the west of the proposed building, the existing improvements will be abandoned. It seems that the approval of this building without knowing the full extent of future flood improve- ments is premature. The Applicant's apparent need for the golf course maintenance facility can probably not be adequately coordinated with flood improvements in the area. Road Vacation: There is an associated mad vacation application with this project and that would have to be approved in order to ac mmodate the proposed project. As noted in the separate report, there are problems with timing and the piecemeal nature of the road vacations which need to be considered. Landscaping at Eisenhower and Ta ico: There have previously been discussions with the Applicant concerning the need to improve the road right-of-way, including associated landscaping, along Eisenhower and Tampico frontages for the exis+;ng golf course facility. While it is difficult to directly associate such an improvement condition with this facility, it is nevertheless a concern that needs to be evaluated. STAFF REPORT - PLANNING CCMISSION January 8, 1985 Page 6. Staff attempted, as part of the application, to secure preliminary plans for those improvements with the intention of coordinating those improvements with any approval that might be granted for this facility. However, the Applicant contends that these improvements cannot be reasonably related to this project approval and has, in fact, verbally offered a counter proposal related to additional improvements along Eisenhower in the vicinity of Avenue 50. Fire Department Access and Facilities: The comments from the Fire Marshal indicate that 1250 GPM fire flaw, will be necessary for the area. It does not appear to us, based on our knowledge of the water system available to the area, that this require- ment can be satisfied. This further indicates to us that the proposed use is not likely to satisfy necessary requirements nor to achieve necessary compatibility with a typical single-family residential area. In conclusion, it appears that there are significant problems with the proposed use. While it is possible to make modifications to the proposed project to mitigate at least some of the concerns identified, it is not likely that all of the concerns identified can be fully mitigated. Nevertheless, it is possible to work with the Applicant to resolve, to the extent feasible, the identified problems unless it is the Commission's perception that the subject property and its location are simply unsuitable for the proposed use. If the latter is the case, it is frankly not beneficial to continue to work on design alternatives and this would indicate the project application should be denied. (NOTE: The Staff can prepare findings to go with such an action.) The Community Development Department recommends that this matter be continued to the meeting of February 12, 1985, to allow Staff to work with the Applicant to see if design modifications can mitigate concerns raised within the report. P BY: Lawrence L. Stevens, AICP Commmmity Development Director LLS:dmv Atch: Site Plan m ITEM NO. DATE --�-/2--85 PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING F2. -z. : MOTION BY: GOETCHEUS %1LT,ING KLIMKIEWICZ THORNBURGH SECOND BY: GOETCHEUS ViALLING KLIMKIEWICZ MORAN THORNBURGH DISCUSSION ROLL CALL VOTE: CO?!MISSIONERS: AYE NO ABSTAIN ABSENT GOETCHEUS - KL121EILWICZ - MORAN - kiALLING - THORNBURGH - UNANIMOUSLY ADOPTED: YES NO PRESENT RESOLUTION NO. P.C. 85-2 A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA, RESCINDING RESOLUTION NO. P.C. 82-1 ESTABLISHING THE TIME AND LOCATION OF REGULAR PLANNING COMMISSION MEETINGS, AND MODIFYING RESOLUTION NO. P.C. 82-2 TO AMEND THE TIME FOR REGULAR MEETINGS OF THE LA QUINTA PLANNING COMMISSION. BE IT RESOLVED by the Planning Commission of the City of La Quinta, California, that Resolution No. P.C. 82-1 is hereby rescinded. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that Section D.1. of the Rules and Procedures of the Planning Commission as adopted by Resolution No. P.C. 82-2 is hereby amended as follows: SECTION 1. Regular meetings of the Commission shall be open to the public and shall be held on the second and fourth Tuesdays of each month at 7:00 p.m., at La Quinta City Hall. If the regular meeting falls on a legal holiday, the meeting shall be held on the next regular working day. The meeting may be adjourned by the presiding officer or by the Secretary if a quorum is not present. APPROVED and ADOPTED this AYES: NOES: ABSENT: SECRETARY, PLANNING COMMISSION APPROVED AS TO FORM: day of , 1985. CHAIRMAN, PLANNING COMMISSION APPROVED AS TO CONTENT: CITY ATTORNEY COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR 0 RESOLUTION NO. P.C. - 82-1 A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA, ESTABLISHING THE TIME AND LOCATION OF REGULAR PLANNING COMMISSION MEETINGS. BE IT RESOLVED by the Planning Commission of the City of La Quinta, California, as follows: SECTION 1. The time of regular Planning Commission meetings shall be the second Tuesday of each month, at 7:00 p.m. When the day for a regular meeting of the Planning Commission falls on a legal holiday, no meeting shall be held on such holiday, but a regular meeting shall be held at the same hour on the next succeeding.day thereafter that is not a holiday. SECTION 2. The location of the regular Planning Commission meetings shall be the La Quinta City Hall, 78-105 Calle Estado, La Quinta, California. SECTION 3. Any meeting may be adjourned to a time, place and date certain, but not beyond the next regular meeting. Once adjourned, the meeting may not be reconvened. SECTION 4. Special meetings may be called by the Chairman or a majority of the Commission on 24-hour notice, as set forth in the Government Code of the State of California. Only matters contained in the notice may be considered. APPROVED and ADOPTED this 30th ATTEST: ity e c day of August , 1982. Chairman � 117 E RESOLUTION NO. 82-2 A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING RULES OF PROCEDURE FOR PLANNING COMMISSION MEETINGS AND RELATED FUNCTIONS AND ACTIVITIES. BE IT RESOLVED by the Planning Commission of the City of La Quinta, California, that Rules of Procedure for Planning Commission meetings and related functions and activities are hereby adopted, as attached. APPROVED and ADOPTED this 12thday of October , 1982• CHAIRMAN ATTEST: ITY AMnK 0 CITY OF LA QUINTA A. 0 PLANNING COMMISSION RULES AND PROCEDURES General 1. Functions. The functions of the Planning Commission are as follows: (a) It shall develop and maintain a general plan. (b) It shall develop such specific plans as may be necessary and desirable. (c) It shall periodically review the capital improvement program of the City. (d) It shall perform such other functions as the City Council may provide. 2. Membership; term of office; vacancies. The Planning Commission is composed of five members, who are appointed by the City Council. The regular term of office is three years, and a term generally begins on the first day of July. Each member may serve a maximum of two consecutive terms, subject to the provisions of Section 2.06.010 of the Municipal Code. Vacancies are filled by appointment of the City Council for the unexpired portion of the term. A member may be removed by a majority of the City Council. 3. Bylaws. The Planning Commission establishes its own rules and procedures not inconsistent with the intent of ordinances or laws of the City or State. 4. Meetings. The Planning Commission shall hold at least one regular meeting each month. Officers and Terms of Office 1. The officers of the Planning Commission shall be a Chair- man and Vice Chairman, both who shall be elected at the first meeting held after June 30, each year. 2. The Chairman and Vice Chairman shall hold office for one (1) year and thereafter until their successors are elected. No Chairman shall serve for more than two consecutive terms. In the case of a vacancy in office, the vacancy shall be filled by an election held at the first regular meeting after the occurance of the vacancy. C. Duties of officers and Staff 1. Chairman: The Chairman shall preside at all meetings of the Commission. He shall appoint all committees and shall perform all duties necessary, customary or inci- dental to his office. 2. Vice Chairman: The Vice Chairman shall act in the absence of the Chairman. The Vice Chairman shall have the power to function in the same capacity as the Chairman in case of the Chairman's inability to act. In the event of the absence of both the Chairman or Vice Chairman, the remain- ing members of the Commission shall appoint one (1) of their number to act as temporary Chairman. 3. Secretary: The Secretary shall be the Planning Director or his authorized deputy who shall provide professional and technical advice to the Planning Commission, shall sign approved final subdivision maps, shall assist said Commission in the discharge of its responsibilities and shall maintain minutes of meetings and records of hearings and official actions. D. Meetings 1. Regular meetings of the Commission shall be open to the public and shall be held on the second Tuesday of each month at 7:00 p.m., at the City Hall. If the regular meeting falls on a legal holiday, the meeting shall be on the next regular working day. The meeting may be adjourned by the presiding officer or by the Secretary within twenty minutes from the scheduled time for opening the meeting if a quorum is not present. 2. Special Meetings and study session of the Commission shall be open to the public and shall be held at such times the Chairman or two-thirds of the Commission request the same. 3. Notice: The following shall constitute adequate notice to the members of the Commission: (a) Agendas �oj,,axLggular meetings shall be n,�- to memberst our ays prior to such meeting. (b) The vote to hold a�(regul� ourned meeting shall constitute adequate notice to members in attendance. The Secretary shall notify all absentee members by any reasonable means. (c) Notice for special meetings shall be made at least twenty-four hours in advance by any reasonable means. 2 129 4. 5. (d) The local news media, which requests notices of meetings, shall be informed of such by the Secre- tary. (e) The Secretary shall have the responsibility for informing the City Council and others of Commis- sion meetings. Voting: Every official act taken by the Commission shall be by Resolution or Motion adopted by majority vote. (a) Voting Procedure: On the passage of every motion, the vote shall be taken by voice or roll call and entered in full upon the record. The order of voting shall be alphabetical, with the Chairman voting last. (b) Roll Call Voting: A roll call vote shall be used for all public hearing matters. Any other ques- tion before the Commission shall not require a roll call vote unless requested by any member. Any member may change his vote before the next order of business. (c) Reconsideration: Any member who voted with the majority may move a reconsideration of any action at the same meeting. After a motion for recon- sideration has once been acted on, no other motion for a reconsideration thereof shall be made with- out unanimous consent of the Commission. (d) Resolutions: All matters that have been decided at the conclusion of a public hearing and are to be directed as a recommendation to the City Council, or when action is taken to commend someone, or something, in a permanent manner, a resolution is necessary. Reasons for granting or denying in a request must be declared for the record, as must conditions and terms of approval. A simple majority vote is required. Order of Business at any regular meeting shall be as follows: (a) Call to Order. (b) Roll Call. (c) Hearings. (d) Consent Calendar. (e) Business Session. (f) Adjournment. 3 121 E 6. Public Hearings: In the conduct of any public hearing, the procedure shall be as follows: (a) Chairman or Secretary announces case under consideration. (b) Planning staff describes area under considera- tion and presents staff report and recommendation. (c) Questions by Commission concerning staff report. (d) Chairman opens hearing. (e) Applicant is given first opportunity to speak. (f) Persons in favor speak. (g) Persons in opposition speak. (h) Applicant is allowed rebuttal. (i) Questions by Commission. (j) The public hearings is closed. After the hearing is closed by the Chairman, no further testimony shall be received unless the hearing is reopened by consent of a majority of the Commission. (k) Commission acts. 7. Parliamentary Procedure: The rules of parliamentary practice as set forth in Robert's Rules of Order, Revised, shall be used as a guide for all meetings of the Commission, except as otherwise herein provided. 8. Motions. (a) Procession of Motions: When a motion is made and seconded, it shall be stated by the Chairman or Secretary before debate. A motion shall not be withdrawn by the mover without the consent of the member seconding it and the approval of the Commission. (b) Motions out of order: The Chairman may at any time, by a majority consent of the Commission, permit a member to introduce a resolution, or motion, out of the regular Agenda order. (c) Division of Question: If the question contains two or more divisionable provisions, the Chairman may, 4 �%7 and upon request of a member shall (unless ap- pealed), divide the same. (d) Precedence of Motions: When a motion is before the the Commission, no motion shall be entertained ex- cept the following which shall have precedence in following order: 1. Adjourn. 2. Fix hour of Adjournment. 3. Table. 4. Previous Question. 5. Amend. 6. Postpone. (e) Motion to Adjourn: (not debatable) A motion to Adjourn shall be in order at any time except as follows: 1. When repeated without intervening business or discussion. 2. When made as an interruption of a member while speaking. 3. When the previous questions have been ordered, and 4. While a vote is being taken. A motion to adjourn "to another time" shall be debatable only as to the time to which the meeting is adjourned. (f) Motion to Fix Hour of Adjournment: Such a motion shall be to set a definite time at which to adjourn and shall be undebatable and unamendable except as to time set. (g) Motion to Table: A motion to table shall be used to temporarily by-pass the subject. A motion to table shall be undebatable and shall preclude all amendments or debate of the subject under considera- tion. If the motion shall prevail, the matter may be "taken from the table" at any time prior to the end of the next regular meeting. (h) Motion for Previous Question: Such a motion shall be used to close debate on the main motion and shall be undebatable. If the motion fails, debate shall be reopened; if the motion passes, a vote shall be taken on the main motion. 2 (i) Motion to Amend: A motion to amend shall be debatable only as to amendment. A motion to amend an amendment shall be in order, but an amendment to amend an amendment shall not be in order. An amendment modi- fying the intention of a motion shall be in order, but an amendment relating to a different matter shall not be in order. A substitute motion on the same subject shall be acceptable, and voted on before a vote on the amendment. Amendments shall be voted first, then the main motion as amended. (j) Motion to Continue: Motions to continue to a defi- nite time shall be amendable and debatable as to propriety of postponement and time set. If desired, the maker of the motion to continue may also move to reopen the hearing to receive further testimony. Rules, Decorum and Order. (a) Points of Order: The Chairman shall determine all Points of Order subject to the right of any member to appeal to the Commission. (b) Decorum and Order - Commission Members: 1. Every Commissioner desiring to speak shall ciJJ re SS the Chair and, upon recognition by the Chairman, shall confine himself to the question under debate. 2. A Commissioner once recognized, shall not be interrupted while speaking unless called to order by the Chairman, unless a Point of Order is raised by another Commission member or unless a speaker chooses to yield to questions from another Commission member. 3. If a Commissioner is called to order while he is speaking, he shall cease speaking immediately until the question of order is determined. If ruled to be not in order, he shall alter his remarks so as to comply with rules of the Commission. 4. Commissioners shall accord the utmost courtesy to each other, to City employees and to the public appearing before the Commission. 5. Any Commissioner may move to require the Chair- 0 12; man to enforce the rules and the affirmative vote of a majority of the Commission shall re- quire him to so act. 6. Members of the Commission shall not leave their seats during the meeting without the consent of the Chairman. (c) Decorum and Order - Employees: Members of the Administrative Staff and employees of the City shall observe the same rules procedure and decorum applicable to members of the Commission. Any staff member desiring to address the Commission or members of the public shall first be recognized by the Chair (d) Decorum and Order - Public: Public members attend- ing Commission meetings shall observe the same rules of order and decorum applicable to the Commission. Any person making impertinent and slanderous remarks or who becomes boisterous while addressing the Com- mission or while attending the Commission meeting, may be removed from the room if so directed by the Chairman. Unauthorized remarks from the audience, stamping of feet, whistles, yells, and similar demon- strations shall be cause for the Chairman to direct removal of such offenders from the room. (e) Manner in addressing the Commission: 1. The person desiring to speak shall proceed to the podium and/or microphones and wait to be recognized by the Chairman. 2. After recognition, the person shall state his name and address for the record. 3. All remarks and questions shall be addressed to the Chairman and shall be limited to the issue under consideration. 4. The comments may be subject to the following limitations: a. At any time during the oral communication, the Chairman may direct that the communica- tion be made to the Director of Planning or other appropriate staff member during regular business hours or in writing for subsequent submittal to Commission members. b. Speakers shall be prohibited from address- ing the Commission on a topic currently before or about to be submitted to a City Commission, Committee, Board or other agency before which the speaker should make the presentation. 7 r 7 ri E F C. The Chairman may limit the number of speakers heard on non -agenda topics. Those whose presentations were post- poned shall be given priority at the next meeting. d. When several speakers desire to speak on a single topic, the Chairman may request that repetitious statements be avoided and that only new material be presented. (f) Enforcement of Decorum: The Chief Law Enforcement Officer shall be ex-officio sergeant -at -arms of the Commission. He shall carry out all orders and instructions given him by the Chairman for the purpose of maintaining order and decorum in the City Hall. Committees 1. The Chairman may establish standing or special committees when necessary for the conduct of Commission business, and may appoint the Committee Chairman. 2. Committees shall continue to serve until abolished or re- placed by the Chairman. Policies 1. Publicity: The secretary shall release all official infor- mation or "stories" to the press unless otherwise instructed by the Chairman. No Commission member shall speak for the Commission as a whole without specific permission of the Chairman. 2. Attendance: Attendance at all meetings is an obligation of each member. Should a member be absent from five meetings during a twelve-month period, the Planning Commission may ask the City Council to replace the.member. 3. Conflict of Interest: Any Planning Commissioner who has direct or indirect financial or other personal interest in any matter before the Commission shall publicly dis- close, on the official record, the nature and extent of such interest, and such Commissioner shall not participate in the proceedings and shall not vote on any such matter. 4. Taping of Planning Commission Minutes: The taping of Planning Commission meetings shall be done at the discre- tion of the Secretary of the Planning Commission for the purpose of assisting in the preparation of detailed minutes of the meetings and for no other purpose. Upon approval of the minutes of the latter meeting of the Planning Com- mission, the tapes will be held and maintained for a period of time not to exceed three years. 1:1 G. Amendments These Rules and Regulations may be amended by the Commission at any regular meeting by a two-thirds majority, or at any special meeting, provided that the proposed amendment is inclu- ded in a written notice of such meeting. 9 127 E X H I B I T" A " SECTION I - State Law Requirements for Duties of a Planning Agency/Commission A. It shall develop and maintain a general plan. B. It shall develop such specific plans as may be necessary or desirable. C. It shall periodically review the Capital Improve- ment Program of the City. D. It shall perform such other functionings as a Legislative Body, (City Council) may provide. SECTION II - The responsibilities of maintaining a General Plan are as follows: A. Authority and scope of General Plans. 1. Each planning agency/commission shall prepare and adopt a comprehensive long-term General Plan for the City. 2. The General Plan shall include territory out- side the City Limits, which in the City's judgement, bears relation to it's planning. 3. The required General Plan elements which must be adopted and maintained by the Commission are as follows: a. Land Use b. Circulation C. Housing d. Conservation and open space e. Seismic safety f. Noise g. Scenic Highway h. Safety SECTION III - Current Responsibilities of the Commission With respect to duties assigned by the City Council as of this date the following are, to our knowledge, the current responsi- bilities of the Commission. A. Zoning Regulations 1. Advisory to the City Council with respect to Zone changes, Amendments to the text of the Zoning regulations and General Plan Amendments. 2. Design review authority with respect to new de- velopmental projects within the City. 00 ® '0 EXHIBIT "A" Page Two 3. Variance review authority. 4. Conditional use permit review and authority. 5. Appeals from Administrative decisions. 6. Advisory to the City Council with respect to matters of the Zoning text. 7. Design review authority when signs are a part of an overall project review. B. Subdivision Regulations 1. Advisory Agency to the City Council in subdivi- sion matters, i.e. tentative map and parcel map review. 2. Advisory to the City Council in matters of specific plans for street right-of-way.