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PLANNING COMMISSION
AGENDA
A Regular Meeting to be Held at the
La Quinta City Hall Council Chamber
78-495 Calle Tampico
La Quinta, California
FEBRUARY 12, 2008
7:00 P.M.
**NOTE**
ALL ITEMS NOT CONSIDERED BY 11:00 P.M. WILL BE CONTINUED TO THE NEXT
REGULAR MEETING
Beginning Resolution 2008-008
Beginning Minute Motion 2008-004
CALL TO ORDER
A. Pledge of Allegiance
B. Roll Call
II. PUBLIC COMMENT
This is the time set aside for public comment on any matter not scheduled
for public hearing. Please complete a "Request to Speak" form and limit
your comments to three minutes.
III. CONFIRMATION OF AGENDA
IV. CONSENT CALENDAR
Approval of the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of January 22, 2008.
V. PUBLIC HEARINGS:
For all Public Hearings on the Agenda, a completed "Request to Speak" form must
be filed with the Executive Secretary prior to the start of the Planning Commission
consideration of that item. The Chairman will invite individuals who have requested
the opportunity to speak, to come forward at the appropriate time.
Any person may submit written comments to the Planning Commission before a
public hearing, may appear and be heard in support of, or in opposition to, the
approval of the project(s) at the time of the hearing. If you challenge any project(s)
in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised
at the public hearing or in written correspondence delivered to the City at, or prior
to the public hearing.
A. Item .................... SIGN PROGRAM 2008-1226
Applicant ............. Imperial Sign Company
Location .............. La Quinta Business Center, 43-576 Washington Street
Request ............... Consideration of Sign Program 2008-1226 for Permanent
Business Identification Signage for the La Quinta Business
Center.
Action ................ Minute Motion 2008-
VI. BUSINESS ITEM:
A. Item .................... APPEAL 2008-001
Applicant ............. Bill Rossworn
Location .............. 52-275 Avenida Martinez
Request ............... Consideration of appeal of Notice of Public Nuisance
Determination for various violations on a vacant lot with
no primary structure.
Action ................ Minute Motion 2008-
B. Item .................... MODIFICATION BY APPLICANT 2008-008
Applicant ............. Trans West Housing, Inc.
Location .............. Southwest corner of Avenue 54 and Monroe Street
Request ............... Consideration of request to modify Planning Commission
Condition of Approval No. 19 for phasing of Off -Site
Improvements.
Action ................ Minute Motion 2008-
VII. CORRESPONDENCE AND WRITTEN MATERIAL: None
Vill. COMMISSIONER ITEMS:
A. Review of City Council meeting of February 5, 2008.
IX. ADJOURNMENT:
This meeting of the Planning Commission will be adjourned to a Regular Meeting to
be held on February 26, 2008, at 7:00 p.m.
DECLARATION OF POSTING
I, Carolyn Walker, Executive Secretary of the City of La Quinta, do hereby declare
that the foregoing Agenda for the La Quinta Planning Commission meeting of
Tuesday, February 12, 2008 was posted on the outside entry to the Council
Chamber, 78-495 Calle Tampico and the bulletin board at the La Quinta Cove Post
Office, on Friday, February 8, 2008.
DATED: February 8, 2008
CAROLYWWALKER, Executive Secretary
City of La Quinta, California
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777-7123, twenty-four (24 hours in advance of the meeting and accommodations
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p.m. meeting.
MINUTES
PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING
A regular meeting held at the La Quinta City Hall
78-495 Calle Tampico, La Quinta, CA
January 22, 2008 7:00 P.M.
CALL TO ORDER
A. This meeting of the Planning Commission was called to order at 7:00
p.m. by Chairman Alderson who asked Commissioner Engle to lead the
flag salute.
B. Present: Commissioners Katie Barrows, Jim Engle, Paul Quill, Robert
Wilkinson, and Chairman Ed Alderson.
C. Staff present: Planning Director Les Johnson, Assistant City Attorney
Michael Houston, Planning Manager David Sawyer, Principal Engineer Ed
Wimmer, Principal Planner Stan Sawa, Associate Planner Jay Wuu,
Management Assistant Betty Sawyer, Executive Secretary Carolyn
Walker.
II. PUBLIC COMMENT: None.
III. PRESENTATION: None.
IV. CONFIRMATION OF THE AGENDA: Confirmed.
V. CONSENT ITEMS:
A. Chairman Alderson asked if there were any changes to the Minutes of
January 8, 2008. There being none, it was moved and seconded by
Commissioners Quill/Wilkinson to approve the minutes as submitted.
Unanimously approved.
VI. PUBLIC HEARINGS:
A. Site Development Permit 2007-895; a request of K. Hovnanian Homes
for consideration of architectural and landscaping plans for three
prototypical residential plans for use in Tract 30092 (Piazza Serena)
located at the northwest corner of Monroe Street and Avenue 58.
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1. Chairman Alderson opened the public hearing and asked for the
staff report for the continued item. Principal Planner Stan Sawa
presented the information contained in the staff report, a copy of
which is on file in the Planning Department. Planning Director Les
Johnson clarified that Condition #14 was written to apply to both
retention basins. Staff spoke with the applicant and they have
made improvements to the main retention basin pond. We are still
requiring Public Works to approve that work and if they are
accepting of the improvements they will inform the applicant.
2. Chairman Alderson asked if there were any questions of staff.
Commissioner Wilkinson asked what would constitute a functional
retention basin; what type of verification studies would be
required. Principal Engineer Ed Wimmer stated the functional
standard for all retention basins is that all the standing water is
cleared in 72 hours. He explained what the applicant has
submitted to reach this level, but staff has not reviewed it yet.
Commissioner Wilkinson asked about the irrigation standpipe.
Staff replied they have not looked at it, but globally, a retention
basin should be designed to hold a 100 year storm, so the
argument is rejected because it does not matter where the water
comes from but that the retention basin can handle a 100 year
storm. Staff is looking only at the operation that it will handle the
water for a 100 year storm. Commissioner Wilkinson asked about
the power lines that were over a swimming pool and asked if the
staff reviewed whether this was legal. Planning Director Les
Johnson stated it was not discussed with the Building & Safety
Department, who issued the permit, but staff was confident the
permit and site inspections were done. The City's liability is not
applicable as it pertains to the permit before the Commission. City
Attorney Michael Houston stated that if there is a violation of an
easement right, CVWD can require the property owner to exercise
their rights. Therefore, it is not an issue for the City to resolve.
3. Chairman Alderson asked if staff knew how much water came
from the standpipe. Staff stated they did not have that
information, but the applicant should.
4. Commissioner Quill stated that the applicant's letter said the
basins were designed per standard 370 as stated in a
memorandum on file, dated October 12, 1998 from the City, dry
wells are discouraged because the dry well designed failed to
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percolate the water and caused chambers to become clogged with
mud and other debris and asked what the applicant was referring
to. Principal Engineer, Ed Wimmer gave an explanation of the
function of a knock -out chamber. Staff explained that at the time
the retention was constructed the state of the art methods did not
include the new acceptable design.
5. Commissioner Wilkinson asked what was to be at the bottom of
the basin when completed. Planning Director Les Johnson stated
it was not designed to have turf, but an earthen bottom floor.
They are proposing to turf the slopes but leave the floor an open
dirt floor.
6. Commissioner Quill stated the Commission approved a dirt basin
when the landscape basin was approved. It appears it was a seed
mix. Planning Director Les Johnson said he believes it was a seed
base or Decomposed Granite mix.
7. Chairman Alderson clarified the use of the two retention basins.
Staff agreed with his clarification. The applicant has cleaned out
the basins to function correctly, but the landscaping is still needed.
On the smaller retention basin the applicant has agreed to study
the problem and will do whatever is needed to solve the problem.
Staff stated Condition No. 14 requires the applicant to correct
both basins.
8. There being no further questions of the staff, Chairman Alderson
asked if the applicant would like to address the Commission. Mr.
James Crandall, representing K. Hovnanian Homes, stated the
irrigation has been repaired and the turf areas overseeded as of
January 101h. He added they will have a botanist verify whether
the trees are dead or dominant. Streets have been repaired and
capped where there are existing homes. In regard to the retention
basins, the large basin has been cleaned and is functioning
correctly and will be reseeded. They have contacted the Coachella
Valley Water District to see if they can turf the bottom and were
told they could not. The smaller basin was not designed to accept
the CVWD blow off water. They have had discussions with
CVWD and they do plan to cap off the standpipes. They will seed
the slopes of both basins. In regard to IID, they have no problem
with the trees; when the trees reach the power lines, IID will
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contract to trim them. IID has also agreed to meet with the
homeowners and they will facilitate the meeting. In regard to City
Standard 370, the dry well was not the standard then.
9. Chairman Alderson asked if there are any questions of the
applicant. Commissioner Quill asked if they had an approved
landscaping plan by CVWD and does have planting in the bottom
of the basins and not dirt? In their letter, they state that some of
the issues raised at the meeting are not pertinent to the
Commission, but are between them and the Homeowners'
Association. Commissioner Quill asked for clarification that the
applicant was stating the issues that have been raised should not
be them and the City, but the HOA and the applicant.
10. Chairman Alderson asked legal counsel where the legalities lie in
the City's obligation and the City's right to proceed. Assistant
City Attorney Michael Houston replied there are two mechanisms
by which the City can look to reaffirm prior conditions or to
condition the current approval. First is the SDP process, pursuant
to the City's code the PC must make findings that the site design
including but not limited to project entries, interior circulation,
pedestrian and bicycle access, amenities, screening of equipment,
exterior lighting and other site design elements are compatible with
the surrounding developments and with the quality prevalent in the
City. If the Commission were to determine that the project, either
as proposed, or as conditioned met those findings, they could
approve it. If they determine it did not, they would have the right,
ability, or authority to reject or condition the project such that it
could meet those findings. The second is to look to violations that
could be handled by Code Compliance. Chairman Alderson stated
that most of the issues that have been raised relate to safety
issues which are the purview of the Commission.
11. Commissioner Wilkinson asked what type of planting was to be in
the bottom of the basins. Mr. Crandall stated he did not know.
Commissioner Wilkinson stated this is the third meeting and they
still do not have the answers the Commission has been requesting.
He then asked if there had been a soils report prepared for the
retention basin. Mr. Crandall stated the original soil report verified
percolation for that basin.
12. Chairman Alderson asked what reports had been prepared for this
meeting with reference to the retention basins. Mr. Dan Bolt,
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1500 South David, Ontario, California, representing K. Hovnanian
Homes, gave a report on the study that was done. He noted that
the report did require the basins to be disced and they have not
been doing that. The alternative to planting the bottom was to
plant alfalfa. They will see if this works. They hope to have this
by March Vt. On the small basin the basin can be extended
another 15 feet. They are trying to determine the depth of the
drywell and will install a dry well and see if the leach lines will
accommodate two wells. The basin is designed to have an
overflow route and this one is designed to overflow into the larger
basin in the middle of the tract. The large basin is functional and
they will be doing better to maintain it.
13. Commissioner Quill asked if anyone has spoken with CVWD
regarding the water blow off. Mr. Bolt stated they have contacted
them and have the right to take the last two years and submit a
claim to CVWD for repayment. It requires them to install a catch
basin at Avenue 48. CVWD has told them they have submitted a
CIP to cap the standpipes and should be a 4 month process before
this was completed. They are checking into this to see if this is
true. The basin maximum is 140,000 gallons and it fills the basin.
14. Chairman Alderson asked how often this happens. Mr. Bolt stated
every 3 to six weeks. If it fills up again, they will have it pumped
and emptied.
15. There being no further questions of the applicant, Chairman
Alderson asked if there was any public comment. Mr. Ty
Ferguson, 57-863 ,Cantata Drive, said this is the worst tract he
has lived in and unless the City continues to monitor K. Hovnanian
Homes, they will not follow through. The basins have never
drained within 72 hours as required. They have had to call out the
Vector Control several times and they do not believe they will
follow through. Conditions have been met. First time the basin
has been dry since he has been there. The only plant they know
that grows under water is rice. The patch in the street was not
compacted and will not hold up. He thanked the City for trying to
protect their interests.
16. Mr. Jesse Frescas, 57-770 Residenza Court, thanked the
Commission for taking an interest. He thanked the developer for
their efforts lately. His biggest concern is that they do the study
for the basins. During summer months when the homeowners are
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watering heavily the basins have never drained. Have them
provide any detailed studies that should be required. In regard to
the palm trees, they will grow and how can you maintain a palm
tree to not grow. When it becomes the HOA problem, they will
have to remove those trees and plant new ones and it will be at
their expense. He would like to see the geotechnical report
because they are all concerned why the water does not drain.
17. Mr. Mark Yacullo, 81-769 IL Serenada Drive, concerned about the
basins. Full after the last rainfall and has pictures taken 30 hours
after it rained and the basins were full. Went to the tract next
door and their basins were not full. It is a continual health issue.
He would hope that these issues are resolved before they are
allowed to continue. He called the Utilities Commission and they
do have certain restrictions to pools. He also talked with Carlos
and was told the poles had to be located where they are because
there are pipes under where the trees should be therefore the lines
cross the property. He is not certain who can solve this problem,
but 30 feet is the distance the poles are required to be set apart.
18. Commissioner Quill stated that information is important to the
HOA, but unfortunately the City does not have any authority over
the Imperial Irrigation District (IID). If IID dos not have an
easement over that corner property, the property owner should
have authority to pursue this with IID.
19. Chairman Alderson asked if the applicant would like to comment
on the concerns. Mr. Crandall stated the conditions being imposed
on them will require them to remedy the problems before permits
are allowed to be pulled.
20. There being no further public comment, the public hearing was
closed and the item was opened for Commission discussion.
Commissioner Engle stated there are a lot of items that have been
mitigated, but these concerns need strong code enforcement in
place if this is approved.
21. Commissioner Barrows stated that within 60 days the applicant
must submit plans to see how these issues would be solved and
no permits would be issued. In terms of the landscaping the same
is that no permits will be issued until this is solved with the
exception of the palm trees under the power lines. Staff stated
that is correct. Commissioner Barrows stated she would want the
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palm trees removed and a substitute tree planted to not conflict
with the power lines. Planning Director Les Johnson stated there
are alternative trees. There is a small tree currently in this tract
that could be used.
22. Commissioner Quill stated almost any tree could be planted except
a palm tree which cannot be trimmed except to kill it. Most trees
can be topped, but not a palm tree.
23. Commissioner Barrows stated that maybe the solution would be to
require a different tree variety. In regard to the five items listed by
staff that have not been resolved, it should be added that the cost
be borne by the developer.
24. Commissioner Quill agrees with all that Commissioner Barrows
stated, but also agrees with Commissioner Wilkinson that the
applicant has not met the Commission's requests. He has visited
the site and the efforts so far are not earnest. He was offended
by their letter and there is no way he could vote to approve
anything because he does not believe they can be trusted to
complete the concerns.
25. Commissioner Wilkinson stated the letter states they can complete
within 60 days and they have already had 60 days and they have
not met the conditions.
26. Chairman Alderson stated he believes it is not the Commission's
responsibility to see that the basin is reseeded and the ongoing
maintenance issues. Their concern is the health issues and the
public safety. As to getting this project moving forward, staff
proposes that if the developer does meet the terms of the 60 days
and if they don't know permits will be met. He believes this is
reasonable and will force them to complete the conditions. In
regard to the retention basins, they have cleaned and maybe they
do work. They have made an attempt. The basin on the corner is
the public safety issue and must be resolved. The Public Works
department will not allow them to proceed if this basin is not
functioning properly. He would also like to see an interim
protection such as a fence that will not allow children or animals
to get into it. Not a construction fence, but one that is aesthetic.
If the blow -off water is being addressed by CVWD the problem
will go away. If not, they must make that site percolate. Making
it larger or whatever is required, they will not have their permits.
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Principal Engineer Ed Wimmer stated there is no final map
associated with this, the only mechanism to insure their
performance is denying the building permits. Planning Director Les
Johnson stated that the 60 days in Condition 14 is to obtain the
approval and then whatever time it takes to accomplish the
improvements before permits would be issued. Condition 14
restricts them from moving forward and submit what is necessary
to address the City's issues. If City staff is taking longer for
approval then it might be possible to go beyond that period of
time. As long as it is a matter of review ongoing on the City's end.
27. Commissioner Barrows suggested the model homes not be allowed
until the basin issues are resolved.
28. Commissioner Quill stated the landscaping plans for the models is
not consistent with the new CVWD new ordinance. He would
suggest that it be added that they meet the new City and CVWD
Ordinance. Staff confirmed they would be required to meet the
new CVWD Ordinance.
29. Commissioner Barrows asked if staff new how the new ordinance
would be addressed. Staff stated the co -efficient must be met by
the City's restrictions. Discussion followed as to how the new
ordinance would be enforced.
30. There being no further discussion, it was moved and seconded by
Commissioners Barrows/Engle to adopt Minute Motion 2008-002
approving Site Development Permit 2007-895, as recommended
and amended:
a. Condition added: Developer to be responsible for all costs to
implement these conditions of approval.
b. Condition 14 remove last sentence.
C. Condition added: provide attractive fence around smaller
retention basin approved by the Planning Director on two
exposed sides.
d. Condition added: Palm trees under the power lines shall be
removed and replaced with a different variety prior to
issuance of the first building permit for a residence.
ROLL CALL: AYES:
Alderson.
ABSENT:
Commissioners Barrows,
NOES: Commissioners
None. ABSTAIN: None.
Engle, and Chairman
Quill and Wilkinson.
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B. Site Development Permit 2007-899; a request of East of Madison, LLC
for consideration of architectural and landscaping plans for a one-story
1,163 square foot Homeowners' Association Country Club Mailhouse
facility located on the northeast corner of Avenue 54 and Gary Avenue
within the Madison Club.
1. Chairman Alderson opened the public hearing and asked for the
staff report. Principal Planner Stan Sawa presented the
information contained in the staff report, a copy of which is on file
in the Planning Department.
2. Chairman Alderson asked if what was proposed around the
building. Staff stated it was DG.
3. There being no further questions of staff, Chairman Alderson
asked if the applicant would like to address the Commission. Jeff
Provost, East of Madison representative, stated he was available
to answer any questions.
4. Chairman Alderson asked if there were any questions of the
applicant. Commissioner
5. There being no questions of the applicant, Chairman Alderson
asked if there was any other public comment. There being no
public comment, Chairman Alderson closed the public hearing and
opened the matter for Commission discussion.
6. There being no further discussion, it was moved and seconded by
Commissioners Quill/Barrows to adopt Planning Commission
Resolution 2008-007 approving Site Development Permit 2007-
899, as recommended.
ROLL CALL: AYES: Commissioners Barrows, Engle, Quill, Wilkinson, and
Chairman Alderson. NOES: None. ABSENT: None.
ABSTAIN: None.
VII. BUSINESS ITEMS:
A. Final Landscape Plan 2007-025; a request of Innovative Communities for
consideration of final landscaping plans for Watermark Villas interior
common area and perimeter landscaping located at the northwest corner
of Avenue 52 and Jefferson Street.
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Chairman Alderson asked for the staff report. Associate Planner
Jay Wuu presented the information contained in the staff report,
a copy of which is on file in the Planning Department. Staff
stated a letter was received from the Citrus HOA confirming their
approval. This letter has been distributed to the Commission.
2. Chairman Alderson stated the plan was very impressive and
thanked the applicant for the perimeter work that was done
before the Bob Hope Classic. Suggests the fence be designed to
allow some openings. Planning Director Les Johnson stated the
concern to have approval by the Citrus HOA was a major issue in
approving these plans.
3. Commissioner Quill clarified the issues addressed in the letter
have been resolved. Staff stated yes. Commissioner Quill stated
the landscape plans are dated October 10, 2005, and the
signature block with the Coachella Valley Water District is dated
September 2006. He said normally the Commission would not
approve the plans, as submitted at this meeting, if it were not
grandfathered by the fact that it is signed off by all the necessary
parties. He asked why it had not been presented to the
Commission before now. Staff stated because the project had
gone fallow and had several problems with their Subdivision
Improvement Agreement (SIA) as well as concerns about finances
and Avenue 52. It wasn't until late this summer that they
wanted to complete the process, mostly because the SIA was
ready to expire. In addition, they had to work out their building
permits problems because it had sat for 18 months.
Commissioner Quill asked if there were going to replace all the
palm trees with the same size. Staff stated they did not require
the exact size but gave them a minimum height of 20 feet.
4. Commissioner Barrows stated she would like to see the same
restrictions in regard to turf. Planning Director Les Johnson
stated they have asked that the main entry area remain as it is
designed as it is an active area for the residents. The
retention/detention area they are willing to reduce the turf. The
plan has pockets of turf but is not as green as the illustration
before them. It, has more Decomposed Granite (DG) or
desertscape. A 50% maximum could be imposed, but staff
believes it may be below that if the retention basins are reduced.
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5. Chairman Alderson asked if the wall along Avenue 52 was solid.
Staff stated it was. Chairman Alderson asked if a condition could
be added to allow some relief on the remainder of the perimeter
wall. Staff stated the final landscape plan will come back to the
Commission and staff will relay to the applicant the Commission's
desire to have pockets in the fence.
6. Commissioner Quill wanted verification that the items in the
Citrus HOA letter had been addressed in the conditions. Staff
stated they were addressed.
7. Chairman Alderson asked if there was any other public comment,
there being none, the public participation was closed and open for
Commission discussion.
8. There being no further discussion, it was moved and seconded by
Commissioners Barrows/Wilkinson to adopt Minute Motion 2008-
003 accepting Final Landscape Plan 2007-025.
a. Condition added: Turf area in retention basin be reduced
Unanimously approved.
Vill. CORRESPONDENCE AND WRITTEN MATERIAL: None
IX. COMMISSIONER ITEMS:
A. Chairman Alderson gave a review of the Council meeting of January 15,
2008.
B. Commissioner Quill asked if staff would verify that the La Quinta Resort
follows through with the condition to rectify the berm and landscaping
the Mountain Golf Course all the way down to the golf course
maintenance facility. He wanted to make sure that issue was not
overlooked. Staff stated they have not pursued any of their entitlements
while the appeals are in process.
X. ADJOURNMENT:
There being no further business, it was moved and seconded by Commissioners
Barrows/Wilkinson to adjourn this regular meeting of the Planning Commission to a
regular meeting to be held on February 12, 2008. This regular meeting was adjourned
at 9:09 p.m. on January 22, 2008.
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Respectfully submitted,
Betty Sawyer, Management Assistant
City of La Quinta, California
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STAFF REPORT
PLANNING COMMISSION
DATE: FEBRUARY 12, 2008
CASE NO: SIGN APPLICATION 2008-1226
APPLICANT: PAUL "CHRISTIAN" ROMERO
IMPERIAL SIGN COMPANY
PROPERTY OWNER: SCOTT STOKES
REQUEST: CONSIDERATION OF A REQUEST FOR A SIGN
PROGRAM TO SERVE THE LA QUINTA BUSINESS
CENTRE BUILDING
LOCATION: 43-576 WASHINGTON STREET, APPROXIMATELY 950'
NORTH OF FRED WARING DRIVE (ATTACHMENT 1)
ENVIRONMENTAL
CONSIDERATION: ON -PREMISE SIGNS ARE CATEGORICALLY EXEMPT
UNDER CEQA GUIDELINES SECTION 15311(a)
GENERAL PLAN
DESIGNATION: CC (COMMUNITY COMMERCIAL)
ZONING: CC (COMMUNITY COMMERCIAL)
BACKGROUND:
Site History
The La Quinta Business Centre is located at 43-576 Washington Street, 960 ±
north of Fred Waring Drive. The building was originally approved on November 9,
2004, under Site Development Permit 2004-814 as a two-story, 23,760 square
foot retail/office building. On July 26, 2005, the Planning Commission approved an
amendment to the Site Development Permit, allowing an increase in the building's
height to screen roof -mounted mechanical equipment. The building has been under
construction since May 2005 and has received its final Certificate of Occupancy as
of December 2007.
SIGN PROGRAM PROPOSAL:
The applicant requests a Sign Program be approved for the La Quinta Business
Centre (Attachment 2). The proposed Sign Program provides specifications for
building mounted signs and provides definitive sign locations, and general standards
and provisions for sign construction, installation and maintenance.
SA 08-1226 LQBC (STAFF REPORT).rtf
Building -mounted Signs
The program provides guidelines for building -mounted sign location, size, material
and color. Sign placement is limited to the area above the west elevation window
frames. Each sign is limited to an area no greater than eighteen (18) inches by
seven (7) feet, or ten and half (10.5) square feet. Building -mounted signs are not
proposed along the building's northern and southern elevations. Two building -
mounted signs are located along the building's eastern elevation (Attachment 2,
pg. 7). The two signs are located along the first floor of the building, and placed
above the window frame.
Building -mounted signs are proposed to be non -illuminated '/4 inch thick aluminum
letters. Each letter is to be individually mounted and "pinned" off the building
fascia. Sign type is limited to Helvetica and sign color is limited to brushed silver.
Monument Sign
The Sign Program establishes provisions for one monument sign for the project.
The monument sign shall not exceed a height of eight (8) feet from finished grade,
will match the buildings architecture, and shall not be internally illuminated.
Although the monument sign and sign lettering are not internally illuminated, the
program does propose that the sign be lit by landscape lighting.
The monument sign shall be designed to match the buildings architecture by using
steel and iron accents, paint and stone (Attachment 3). The monument sign will be
perpendicular to Washington Street, near the driveway entrance for the building
(Attachment 4).
ANALYSIS:
Colonel Mitchell Paige Middle School surrounds the buildings northern and eastern
property lines, and a future commercial development is planned along the projects
southern property boundaries. The Sign Program has proposed the use of non -
illuminated aluminum letters. Since surrounding development is limited to
commercial and educational facilities, and since all signs are proposed to be non -
illuminated, impacts on nearby land uses should be minimal.
The Sign Program states that building -mounted signs are to be "pinned" off the
building fascia; however, the Sign Program does not state the distance at which
the signs are to be pinned off the building. Many existing Sign Program have used a
standard distance of '/2 inch.
No building -mounted signs are proposed along the buildings northern and southern
elevations, which face onto an existing school and a future commercial
development. Two building -mounted signs are proposed for the eastern building
elevation, which faces onto a school site. Since the signs are located at the back of
SA 08-1226 LQBC (STAFF REPORT)
building and face onto a school site, signs along the eastern elevation are
unnecessary.
Monument sign design and location was previously applied for under Sign
Application 2006-1030, and was approved by Staff on October 10, 2006
(Attachment 5). A letter submitted on September 22, 2006, by the property
owner, stated that their intent was that no building -mounted signs would be
proposed for the building and that only a monument sign would be built
(Attachment 6). However, the property owner did state that a sign program would
be submitted if building mounted signs were proposed.
The location of the monument sign has been reviewed by the Public Works
Department for vehicular site distance and safety issues. The Public Works
Department approved the location of the monument sign as it meets American
Association of State Highways and Transportation Official (AASHTO) standards for
site triangles.
The proposed Sign Program is incompliance
9.160. No sign adjustments or exceptions
would deviate from the City's Sign Code.
FINDINGS:
with the City's Sign Code, Section
to sign standards are proposed that
The following findings can be made in support of Sign Application 2008-1226:
A. Sign Application 2008-1226, as recommended, is consistent with the
purpose and intent of Chapter 9.160, in that it does not conflict with the
standards as set forth in said Chapter.
B. Sign Application 2008-1226, as recommended, is harmonious with and
visually related to all signs as proposed under the Sign Program, due to the
common use of letter type and size, color and location of signs.
C. Sign Application 2008-1226, as recommended, is harmonious with and
visually related to the subject buildings as the scale of the signs and letter
sizes used accentuate the building design.
D. Sign Application 2008-1226, as recommended, is harmonious with and
visually related to surrounding development, as it will not adversely affect
surrounding land uses or obscure other adjacent conforming signs.
RECOMMENDATION:
Adopt Minute Motion No. 2008 _, approving Sign Application 2008-1226 as
submitted:
1. An amendment provision shall be added to the Sign Program, and shall read
SA 08-1226 LOBC (STAFF REPORT)
as follows: "Minor amendments to the sign program (i.e. Sign location,
letter type, sign color, etc.) may be approved administratively by the
Planning Director. All other amendments to the Sign Program will require
approval by the Planning Commission."
2. All building -mounted signs on the building's east elevation shall be
eliminated.
3. For consistency, the sign program shall add a provision that states that all
building -mounted signs are to be "pinned" off the building fascia by '/I inch.
4. Monument Sign location and design shall comply with previously approved
Sign Application 2006-1030.
5. No signs shall be permitted that are prohibited by the La Quinta Municipal
Codes.
6. Prior to the sign program being effective, the applicant must revise and
resubmit the sign program to the Planning Department.
7. Final sign plans shall be submitted to the Planning Department for approval
prior to issuance of a building permit for the signs.
Prepared by:
Eric Ceja, Assis nt Planner
Attachments:
1. Location Map
2. Sign Program
3. Monument Sign Design
4. Monument Sign Location
5. Letter of Approval (SA 06-1030)
6. Letter from Property Owner (SA 06-1030)
SA 08-1226 LQBC (STAFF REPORT)
ATTACHMENT #1
4. No audible, flashing, animated, moving, pulsating, electronic and/or lighting or
sign(s) not specifically mentioned herein shall be permitted.
5. It is the responsibility of the tenant, tenant's agent, or tenant's representative to
verify all sign locations and/or field conditions, conduit and primary electrical
locations and services, prior to installation of any sign(s).
6. Sign Contractor must have the following: General Liability Insurance, Workers
Compensation, Contracting and City Business License. Tenant will be responsible
for its sign contractor to indemnify, defend and hold harmless the Landlord and its
agents from any damage or liability resulting from the contractor's work. Tenant
will also provide adequate evidence of the sign contractor's insurance coverage,
naming the landlord as additional insured.
7. Penetrations of the building structure required by installation(s) shall be neatly
sealed in a "water tight" condition and painted to match exterior surface.
8. No live and/or simulated animals or humans may be used as a sign.
9. No sign (s) shall be permitted that pose a nuisance or hazard.
10. Roof signs) or projected sign (s) shall not be permitted.
11. Temporary identification signs such as: construction, developer, seasonal
promotions and/or compliance non -illuminated advertising displays are permitted
as per La Quinta City Code, if specifically approved by landlord, in writing. Some
time restrictions may apply.
12. Sign (s) that project onto the public right-of-way shall not be permitted.
13. The tenant will be responsible for the maintenance of their sign (s). Repairs may be
required within 30 (thirty) days of needed repair/servicing. If not mitigated within
30 (thirty) days, the Landlord may repair and/or service the sign at the tenant's
expense.
14. Owner shall reserve the right to have architectural control.
Specificafions for Building Signs:
1. Signs shall be individually mounted non -illuminated Flat cut out aluminum letters.
2. Lettering to be fabricated from aluminum with an approximately 1/4" return and
"pinned" of the building fascia. Color Options: Brushed Silver.
3. Lettering type style shall be Helvetica.
4. Tenant signs shall include the business name only as registered on the lease
agreement, unless approved in writing beforehand by the landlord.
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5. Lettering to be single or double line copy as noted and shown on elevation per
landlord's discretion.
6. Tenant(s) with nationally recognized lettering and/or logo(s) i.e., trademarks
and/or franchises must provide the Landlord and sign contractor copies for
permitting. The tenant is responsible for conformance to the type of sign signage
area allocations and must be approved by the Landlord and the City of La
Quinta. *SEE PROVISIONAL CLAUSE
7. Sign square footage not to exceed 50 sq. feet.
8. Signage to stay within designated area as shown on elevations.
11 See exhibits for material and location requirements.
Specifications for monument signs:
1. One monument sign shall be permitted.
2. Sign(s) shall be a maximum of 50 sq. feet.
3. Sign(s) not to exceed 8 feet from finish grade.
4. Sign(s) shall be double sided.
5. Sign(s) to be directly lit by landscape lighting.
6. Sign(s) to blend with architecture of the building.
7. Monument sign (s) to have removable tenant copy.
8. Sign(s) shall be constructed out of steel and iron. Surrounding sign portions to be
stone and paint.
9. Letter type style shall be as per exhibit.
10. See exhibits for material and location requirements.
Submittal Requirements:
A sign application consistent with this program shall consist of the following:
For each proposed sign application on the building, the following shall be specified or
drawn to scale and dimensioned plans:
A) A dimensioned location of each sign in the building and/or property.
B) Sign dimensions including letter height, color, sign length and sign projection from
the building.
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C) Color scheme.
D) Type style or graphic style.
E) Material being used.
F) Method of installation/attachment/cross section.
G) Site plan indicating the location of the occupant space on the site.
H) Fabrication and installation details.
All permit(s) for sign(s) and their installation shall be obtained by the tenant and/or its
representative(s). Tenant and/or its representative shall satisfy all requirements and
specifications herein.
Binding Effect:
No sign shall be erected, constructed, installed, displayed, altered, placed or maintained
except in conformance with this program. In case of any conflict between the provisions
of this program and any other provisions of Chapter 9.160 of the City Zoning Ordinance,
the City Zoning Ordinance shall prevail.
Approvals:
The design and construction of the tenant's signage must receive written approval by the
Landlord/Owner or the Management Company and the City of La Quinta before
fabrication and installation. The owner's or manager's written approval shall be
submitted to the City, along with a completed City application, approved plans, and
fees.
Owner's approval shall be based on the following:
Conformity of the Sign Program established for the center including fabrication,
method of installation and impact on the property, at the landlord's sole
discretion.
2. Complete information, i.e. contractor's name, company name, address, license
number, and workers compensation number.
To secure the owner's approval, three (3) copies of the design drawing of the signage
must be submitted directly to the owner or Management Company.
Final Inspection of Sign Installation:
The installing sign contractor shall call the City for a final inspection after having
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installed the sign.
2. The Final Inspection Card must be maintained on file with the sign contractor.
3. Signs that deviate from this Sign Program will be removed at the tenant's expense.
*Provisional Clause:
This Sign Program is intended to address nearly all sign types while adhering to City sign
codes and facilitating business operations. It is understood that a tenant could have sign
needs that may not "fit" the Sign Program.
With this understanding and in all fairness to applicants, landlord and the La Quints
Community Development Department will reserve the right to review proposals on a
"case by case" basis.
Applicants that fall into this category are strongly encouraged to meet with landlord and
the Community Development Department p1ig to sign design, to review and exhaust all
options prior to using said provision due to legal sensitivity and extended lead times of
provision:
The following situations are candidates for the provisional Clause:
Franchises/Business Opportunities/Operation Systems that soecllically mandate
certain lettering and/or logos.
2. Hardships as set forth in the City Code.
A letter will be required from tenants on corporate letterhead indicating the businesses
noted on # I above plus an approval from the owner approving provision. THIS MUST BE
SUBMITTED WRH THE APPLICATION TO SATISFY PLANNING SERVICES SIGN APPLICATION
REQUIREMENTS.
Be advised:
This clause is set forth to be fair and just. If it is determined that this provision has been
disregarded, abused, altered or falsified in any way, the offending tenant will be cited,
and the sign may be removed by the Landlord within 30 days of citation, and legal action
may prevail.
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Mr. Damet EmDn
44-499 Town Center Way, #D497
Palm Desert, CA 92266P
SUBJECT: SIGN APPLICATION 2086-1030
LA QUINTA BUSINESS CENTRE MONUDQENT SIGN
Dear Mr. Entin:
i760) 777-7000
FAX (760) 777-7101
The Community Devefoprmerd Departnrerrt has reviewed and approved your request for one
permanent monument sign for the La Quinta Business Centre located at 43-576 Washington
Street, per Section 9.16D CW of the City of La Quinta Municipal Code. The approval is subject
to the following Conditions:
1. This sign permit grants one permanent indirectly -lit monument sign. The monument sign
shaft be double -sided and shaft be located new the entrance to the business center on
Vdll'ash ngton Street, per the plans on file witty the Community Development Department.
2. The monument sign design, which includes stacked stone and aluminum tubing, shall be
architectluallyv compatible with the existing building.
3. The lettering of "La Quinta Business Centre' shalt be TIC inches in height and painted
black hilt letters are made from YT inch thick aluminum, and are pinned off the sign
samface by Y: inch The materials for the sign are per the approved plans on file with the
Community Development Department.
4. The monument sign is limited to two individual tenant sign spaces. Each space is erditted
to a 3/, inch thick atu miRum panel. The panels shalt be painted ICI cordwood. Panels shall
riot exceed an area of 10 inches in height and 94 inches in width. The lettering of those
signs shalt be equally spaced and centered. Lettering within the individual tenant signs
shalt be ad -out and painted white.
5. The monument sign shag be double sided. The sign shallinclude an address bar located
an the west side of the sign, facing VKgishington Street.
6. Exterior lighting for the monument sign shalt be shielded from view by landscaping.
Lighting for the sign shalt. net cause undue brightness, glare or reflection on private or
public property in the surrounding area, so as to avoid unreasonably distracting
pedestrians or motorists.
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La Quinta. Business Centre, LLC
September 22, 2006
CITY OF LA QUINTA
Eric Ceja
Via Facsimile
RE: LA QUINTA BUSINESS CENTRE / 43576 WASHINGTON STREET
Dear Eric:
This correspondence is intended to confirm our intention not to install any exterior
signage at the above referenced property with the exception of the monument sign
submitted to your office for approval earlier this month. If there is any deviation from this
plan in the future, we will first submit a Sign Program for the city's approval. If you have
any questions, please contact me at 760.250.8485.
Sincerely,
LA QUINTA BUSINESS CENTRE, LLC
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Scott Stokes
Manager
44489 Town Center Way, Suite D-497 - Palm Desert, CA 92260-2789
Office (760) 250-8485 / Fax (760) 418-8140
Email: Scott-Stokes@dc.rr.com
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DATE:
CASE NO.:
APPELLANT:
PLANNING COMMIS;
STAFF REPORT
FEBRUARY 12, 2008
NOTICE OF PUBLIC NUISANCE CASE NO. 07-5797
WILLIAM ROSSWORN
REQUEST: APPEAL OF PUBLIC NUISANCE DETERMINATION
REGARDING THE MAINTENANCE OF AN OPEN
EXCAVATION/ABANDONED SWIMMING POOL
VIOLATION ON A VACANT LOT
LOCATION: PARCEL 773-271-027 (PREVIOUSLY KNOWN AS
52-333 AVENIDA MARTINEZ BEFORE DWELLING
DEMOLISHED BY OWNER) (ATTACHMENT 1)
PROPERTY
OWNER: WILLIAM ROSSWORN
BACKGROUND:
On October 7, 2005, a site inspection was conducted by a Code Compliance
Officer on the above mentioned parcel. Upon inspection, the officer observed
the existence of an abandoned swimming pool/an open excavation posing an
attractive nuisance to minors. The swimming pool, within fifteen feet of two
adjacent properties, was filled with discarded hazardous materials including
but not limited to a car battery, motor oil, a five gallon bucket of roofing
material, a bicycle, a shopping cart, a garbage container, a pallet and other
miscellaneous debris (Attachment 2). On October 7, 2005, a Notice of
Violation was mailed to the appellant to remove all the identified items/refuse
that pose an attractive nuisance and to secure the area immediately to
eliminate the hazard identified (Attachment 3).
On October 21, 2005 Bill and Patricia Rossworn, appellants, applied for a
Minor Use Permit to install a temporary construction fence. In the
application process, they stated their intent was to construct a home on the
parcel where the previous dwelling was demolished by the owner. On
October 21, 2005, Minor Use Permit 05-692 was issued for a Temporary
Construction Fence at 52-333 Avenida Martinez (Attachment 4).
On October 25, 2005, the swimming pool was inundated with polluted
water, after significant rainfall, posing a more hazardous condition
(Attachment 5). On November 21, 2005, a re -inspection was conducted
that revealed the debris was removed and the construction fence was
installed to secure the swimming pool (Attachment 6). Subsequently, a Mr.
Birdsall submitted building plans for the construction of a single family
dwelling. Corrections were required for the plans; however, the applicant
never resubmitted the corrected building plans.
On November 15, 2007, Deputy Abrego reported to Code Compliance staff
that vagrants have been hanging out under the overgrown tree on this
vacant lot. Additionally, on November 28, 2007, Laura Archuleta, owner of
52230 Eisenhower Drive, reported transients living on the vacant lot
resulting in her loss of privacy (Attachment 7).
On November 28, 2007, a Code Compliance Officer conducted an inspection
and observed more debris, an increase in the graffiti, and an overgrown ficus
tree that was harboring vagrants (Attachment 8).
Consequently, on December 7, 2007, A Notice of Public Nuisance was
mailed to the appellant identifying the conditions as violations requiring
correction within twenty-one days. The notice specifically required the
backfill of the abandoned pool (Attachment 9). On December 11, 2007, Mr.
Rossworn applied for an appeal of Public Nuisance Case No. 07-5797
(Attachment 10). On January 31, 2008, an inspection was conducted to
show the current condition of the vacant lot/abandoned swimming pool
(Attachment 11).
ANALYSIS:
1. In accordance with Section 11.72.050 (F) of the La Quinta Municipal
Code, the Planning Commission is required to review this matter and
determine whether the public nuisance exists. The code provision does
not authorize the Planning Commission to allow any relief from the code
requirements. The Planning Commission's only authority is to determine
if there is or is not a violation of the code based upon the facts presented
in this report and at the public hearing.
2. The violation of Municipal Code is specific to Section 11.72.030 (G)
which states any excavation, pit, well or hole maintained in a manner that
is dangerous to life or limb is declared a public nuisance (Attachment 12).
The swimming pool has demonstrated it attracts skaters, bikers,
transients, vagrants, graffiti, debris, polluted water and hazardous
material, and an inability to maintain the fencing for security.
3. The violation of Municipal Code is specific to Section 9.40.040 Table of
permitted uses that designates swimming pools as being "permitted only
if accessory to the principal residential use on the site" (Attachment 13).
The swimming pool served as an accessory use to the dwelling before its
demolition. As the previously existing home was demolished, there can
be no accessory structure or use without the primary structure or use
being served.
4. The violation of Municipal Code is specific to Section 9.210.020 where
the Minor Use Permit was originally viewed to have a low to moderate
potential for adverse impact on surrounding properties and residents due
to the stated intentions of the appellant (Attachment 14). The appellant
indicated that the construction fencing would be temporary in light of the
applicant's intention to construct a home supported by his submittal of
plans for a building permit. To date the appellant never resubmitted plans
after receiving corrections. This condition has existed for over two years.
The lot is currently advertised for sale; further indicating that the
applicant has no intention of building a home on the lot.
5. The violation of Municipal Code is specific to Section 1 1.72.030 AA that
states storage of any item in a residential zone in a manner which
endangers public health and safety is declared a public nuisance
(Attachment 12). The swimming pool has demonstrated it attracts
skaters, bikers, transients, vagrants, graffiti, debris, the maintenance of
polluted water and hazardous material, and an inability to maintain the
temporary fencing for security.
6. The violation of Municipal Code is specific to Section 11.72.030 (N)
which declares the maintenance of the property so out of harmony or
conformity with the maintenance standards of adjacent properties which
causes a substantial diminution in the enjoyment, use or value of adjacent
properties is declared a public nuisance (Attachment 12).
As a conclusion to the analysis, the swimming pool poses an attractive
nuisance, a danger to public health and safety, a substantial diminution in
the enjoyment, use and value of adjacent properties and a direct conflict
with appropriate land use in relation to previously referenced Zoning
Ordinances. The only reasonable remedy to cure the violation is either the
removal of the swimming pool in its entirety or the breaking of the shell to
ensure proper drainage and the backfill and compaction of the swimming
pool to ensure it will no longer be utilized for its current use nor be
maintained in its previous or current condition to the detriment of the
neighborhood.
RECOMMENDATION:
1. Adopt Planning Commission Minute Motion 2008- , upholding the
determination that a Public Nuisance exists at the aforementioned
parcel/address with reference to Case No. 07-5797.
Prepared by:
ANTHONY M RENO, Senior Code Compliance Officer
Submitted by:
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DAVID SAWYER, Plannin anager
Attachments:
1. Site/Parcel Map
2. October 7, 2005 Photographs of Vacant Lot & Swimming Pool
3. October 7, 2005 Notice of Violation
4. Minor Use Permit 05-692 Approval Letter
5. October 25, 2005 Photographs of Pool
6. November 21 & 28, 2005 Photographs of Pool
7. Case History Report 07-5797
8. November 28, 2007 Photographs of Pool
9. Notice of Public Nuisance Case No. 07-5797
10. Appellant's Appeal of Notice of Public Nuisance Case No. 07-5797
11. January 31, 2008 Photographs of Vacant lot & Pool
12. La Quinta Municipal Code 11.72.030
13. La Quinta Municipal Code 9.40.040 Table of Permitted Uses
14. La Quinta Municipal Code 9.210.020
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P.O. BOX 1504 COMMUNITY SAFETY DIVISION
78-495 CALLS TAMPICO (760) 777-7050
LA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA 92247-1504 FAX (760) 777-7011
NOTICE OF VIOLATION
October 7; 2005
MR. ROSSWORN APN: 773-271-026
174 CALICO GLEN DRIVE BERMUDA DUNES, CA CASE #: 05-00001717
INDIO, CA 92203 OFFICER: Kevin Meredith
RE: 52333 AVENIDA MARTINEZ
RESIDENT/TENANT:
This notice is hereby submitted to you as owner(s) of the above referenced property.
A recent inspection by a representative of the City of La Quinta Code Compliance Staff revealed
conditions in violation of the La Quinta Municipal Code on October 06, 2005.
They are as follows:
Violation Description
PUBLIC NUSIANCE DECLARED:
11.72.030 (T2): Allowing the following to exist on property:
Attractive nuisances such as abandoned or broken equipment
and machinery, .hazardous pools and excavations,
Violation Corrective Action
Remove from public view all of the identified items/refuse
that are the attractive nuisance(s) and secure the area
immediately to eliminate the hazard identified.
You are required to complete the Corrective Action(s) for the violation(s) listed above within
TEN (10) DAYS from the date of this notice. Your property will be re -inspected to verify
compliance after the ten (16) day time frame has lapsed.
Failure to correct the above listed violation(s) within the time frame indicated will result in the
City initiating abatement proceedings and/or administrative or criminal prosecution to correct the
violation(s).
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If the city is forced to initiate Lne abatement proceedings, the owner(s) of record will incur the
direct cost of the abatement. Also, any additional costs assessed due to possible judicial process,
administrative process, and all contractor abatement costs will be charged to the property
owner(s) as a lien upon the property and shall become the personal obligation of the owner(s) on
record.
If you have any questions regarding this matter, please contact Kevin Meredith at 760-777-7017.
Please provide the case number, 05-00001717, and property address.
Your assistance in supporting the Code Compliance Division to maintain the safety and
appearance of our city is greatly appreciated. You may contact me at the aforementioned phone
number if you require assistance.
Sincerely,
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Kevin Meredith
Code Compliance Officer
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LA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA 92247-1504
78-495 CALLE TAMPICO
LA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA 92253
October 21, 2005
Ms. Patricia A. Rosswom
78-174 Calico Glen Dr.
Bermuda Dunes, CA 92203
SUBJECT: MINOR USE PERMIT 05-692
TEMPORARY CONSTRUCTION FENCE
Dear Ms. Rosswom:
(760) 777-7000
FAX (760) 777-7101
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The City of La Quinta Community Development Department has reviewed your request
for installation of a temporary construction fence at 52-333 Avenida Martinez. Our
Department has approved your request subject to the following conditions:
1. The applicant agrees to indemnify, defend and hold harmless the City of La
Quinta in the event of any legal claim or litigation arising out of the City's
approval of this project. The City of La Quinta shall have the right to select its
defense counsel in its sole discretion.
2. If a building permit is required, contact the Building and Safety Department at
(760) 777-7012 for permit requirements.
3. The maximum fence height shall be.six feet.
The City may elect to add Conditions to this application request to mitigate any
problems that may arise and not previously addressed herein.
Should you have questions, please contact me at 760-777-7067 or via e-mail at
jwuu@la-quinta.org.
Very truly yours,
JAY WUU
Assistant Planner
c: Building & Safety Department
Code Compliance
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ATTACHMENT #9
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P.O. Box 1504
78-495 CALLE TAMPICO
LA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA 92253
COMMUNITY SAFETY DIVISION
(760) 777-7050
FAX (760) 777-7011
NOTICE OF
PUBLIC
NUISANCE
December 7, 2007
WILLIAM ROSSWORN
41530 WOODHAVEN DR.
PALM DESERT, CA 92211
Dear Owner(s):
Re: 52275 AVENIDA MARTINEZ
Parcel # 772-271-027
Case # 07-00005797
Officer: Kevin Meredith
THIS NOTICE is hereby submitted to you as owner(s) of the above referenced property.
A recent inspection of your property revealed conditions that constitute a public
nuisance in violation of the La Quinta Municipal Code. The conditions of the property
are in violation of La Quinta Municipal Code 11.72.030. Please correct these conditions
within twenty-one (21) days 12-21-07, or be subject to City abatement, under LQMC
11.72.050.
CE N2
NOTICE OF PUBLIC NUISANCE
Case Number: 07-00005797
Page 2 of a
Failure to correct the listed violation(s) within the time frame indicated will result in the
City initiating abatement proceedings and/or criminal prosecution to correct the
violation(s), All contractor abatement costs and a 25 % administrative fee shall be
charged to the property owner(s) as a lien upon the property and shall become a
personal obligation of the owner(s) of record.
By acting immediately to correct the violation(s) referenced, you will avoid these and
any future costs. If you object to the determination of cited violation(s), you must file a
written protest to the Planning Commission no later than ten (10) days from the date of
this notice. The appeal shall be in writing and filed with the City Clerk.
If you have any questions, please contact Kevin Meredith at (760) 777-7017.
Please provide the case number 07-00005797 and the property address.
Your assistance in supporting the Code Compliance Division to maintain the safety and
appearance of our city is greatly appreciated. You may contact me at the above
referenced phone number if you require assistance.
Sincerely,
Kevin Meredith
Code Compliance Officer
CC: All Parties via Certified and First Class Mail
CE N2
NOTICE OF PUBLIC NUISANCE
Case Number: 07-00005797
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PUBLIC NUISANCES
Violation Description
9.60.030 (G)
Prohibited Fence Materials and Construction Fences.
The use of barbed wire, razor wire, chain link, or similar
materials in or on fences is prohibited in all residential
districts. Chain link fencing is permitted for temporary
construction fences when authorized by a minor use permit
issued in accordance with Section 9.210.020. Said minor use
permit shall not be approved until a permit for grading, or
construction, has been filed for, whichever comes first.
Violation Corrective Action
Remove the prohibited fence or acquire a minor use permit
for the temporary construction fence.
Violation Description
PUBLIC NUISANCE DECLARED:
11.72.030 (TI): Allowing the following to exist on
property:
Lumber, junk, refuse and waste matter or abandoned,
discarded or unused objects or equipment such as furniture,
appliances, and play equipment which is visible from the
public right-of-way.
Violation Corrective Action
Remove from public view all items/refuse, abandoned
materials, or unused objects or equipment.
Violation Description
PUBLIC NUISANCE DECLARED:
11.72.030 (T8): Allowing the following to exist on
property:
Dead, decayed, diseased or hazardous trees, hedges, weeds,
shrubs and overgrown vegetation likely to harbor rats or
vermin or constitute an unsightly appearance or fire hazard.
Violation Corrective Action
Remove hazardous trees or other vegetation that creates
a health and safety issue, a habitat for rats, vermin, or
an unsightly appearance and a fire hazard.
Violation Description
PUBLIC NUISANCE DECLARED:
11.72.030 (G): Any excavation, pit, well or hole maintained
in a manner that is dangerous to life or limb.
Violation Corrective Action
CE N2
NOTICE OF PUBLIC NUISANCE
Case Number: 07-00005797
Page 3 of 3
Secure and fill in the area immediately to eliminate the
hazardous situation.
Violation Description
PUBLIC NUISANCE DECLARED:
11.72.030 (L): The use of any spray, paint, dye, chalk or
similar substance to mark or deface any building, structure,
hillside, rock(s), storm channel, or any other surface open
to public view which is commonly known as graffiti.
Violation Corrective Action
Remove prohibited graffiti.
CE N2
ATTACHMENT #10
BILL ROSSWORN ROSSI FINANCIAL
78174 CALICO GLEN DRIVE
BERMUDA DUNES, CA. 92203
ROSSWORN AOL.COM
(760) 345-2865 FAX (760) 345-3807
CELL (760) 409-8131
To: PLANNING COMMISSION FROM: BILL ROSSWORN
Fax: Pages:
Phone. Date: 1241-07
Re: PUBLIC NUISANCES CC:
# 07-00005797
Urgent For Review Please Comment X Please Reply Please Recycle
• Comments: IF YOU DID NOT RECEIVE ALL THE PAGES PLEASE CONTACT BILL @ (760) 345-2865
i WOULD LIKE TO TALK TO THE PLANNING COMMISSION ABOUT MY POOL.
THANKS
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Chapter 11.72 PUBLIC NUISANCES
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iL72.030 Public nuisances dedared,.
The following are declared public nuisances;
A. Buildings or structures which are abandoned, partially destroyed or in a state of partial construction;
B. Buildings or structures that have dry rot or warped materials, are infested with termites, or the paint is
cracked, peeled or blistered, rendering the building unsightly;
C. Exterior walls, fences, driveways or sidewalks in a condition of deterioration or disrepair which are
defective or unsightly;
D. Broken windows, damaged doors or gates which constitute a health or safety hazard or which act as an
invitation to trespassers, vagrants, wild or domestic animals or minor children;
E. Parking or storing construction equipment, machinery or building materials in a residential zone except
during excavation, construction or demolition operations conducted pursuant to a building or grading permit;
F. Land graded without a grading permit which causes or may cause eroding, subsidence or surface water
drainage problems and is injurious or potentially injurious to adjacent properties and the public health, safety and
welfare;
G. Any excavation, pit, well or hole maintained in a manner that is dangerous to life or limb;
K Any accumulation of dust, sand, gravel, refuse and waste matter or discarded materials including building
and construction materials that endangers public health and safety;
1. Outdoor stairs, porches, hand railings, balconies and swings not maintained in accordance with the
Uniform Building Code adopted by the city;
J. Any swimming pool, spa, pond, foundation or other body of water which is abandoned, unattended,
unfiltered or not otherwise maintained resulting in polluted water;
K. Premises so maintained as to cause the accumulation of polluted or stagnant water from any source which
may cause a hazardous or unhealthy condition, breeding area for insects or erosion of foundation walls or soil;
L. The use of any spray, paint, dye, chalk or similar substance to mark or deface any building, structure,
hillside, rock(s), stormchannel, or any other surface open to public view which is commonly known as graffiti;
M. Violation of any of the zoning or sign ordinances of the city or any of the uniform codes adopted by the
city including the Uniform Building Code, Uniform Code for the Abatement of Dangerous Buildings, plumbing
code, electrical code, mechanical code, swimming pool code, fire code, health code and Uniform Housing Code;
N. Maintenance of property so out of harmony or conformity with the maintenance standards of adjacent
properties which causes a substantial diminution in the enjoyment, use or value of adjacent properties;
O. Outdoor burning of any material or structure unless sanction by the fire department as a training fire or
when used as a cooking or comfort fire contained in a fireproof container no larger than four feet in diameter;
P. Permitting any abandoned, unattended or discarded icebox, refrigerator, freezer or other similar container
with an airtight door or lid that cannot be readily released from the inside to remain unattended inside or outside
any building or structure;
Q. Stockpiling fill dirt or other material without a grading permit;
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R. Maintenance of grounds, landscape, shrubs, plants or vegetation visible from the public right-of-way
which causes a substantial diminution in the enjoyment, use or value of adjacent properties;
S. Landfills containing organic materials except those permitted by the building director or the public works
director of the city;
T. Allowing the following to exist on property:
1. Lumber, junk, refuse and waste matter or abandoned, discarded or unused objects or equipment such as
furniture, appliances, and play equipment which is visible from the public right-of-way,
2. Attractive nuisances such as abandoned or broken equipment and machinery, hazardous pools, and
excavations,
3. Clotheslines located in front yards or side yards of corner lots, clothes hung to dry on walls, fences, trees,
bushes or inside open garages or carports which can be observed from the public right-of-way,
4. Materials stored on rooftops which are visible from the public right-of-way,
5. Trash containers or plastic bags causing offensive odors or a breeding place for flies,
6. Gasoline, oil, grease, water or other materials flowing onto a right-of-way or an accumulation of refuse,
waste, grease and oil on any surface including but not limited to, surfaces such as improved or unimproved
ground, rights -of -way, buildings, structures, walls or fences,
7. Any tree, shrubbery or plant growing onto or over the public right-of-way which impairs pedestrian or
vehicular traffic or prevents drivers from clearly observing safety signs and signals,
8. Dead, decayed, diseased or hazardous trees, hedges, weeds, shrubs and overgrown vegetation likely to
harbor rats or vermin or constitute an unsightly appearance or fire hazard;
U. Dumping refuse and waste matter upon the following:
1. Any public or private highway or road,
2. Private property where the public is admitted by easement or license,
3. Private property with or without the consent of the property owner, and
4. Any public property not designated for such purpose;
V. Dumping or placing any rocks or dirt upon private property without the consent of the state or local
agency retaining jurisdiction over such highway or property;
W. Repairing, storing, or otherwise working on any motor vehicle or parts thereof not belonging to the
person residing on the premises in any residential area within the city unless:
1. Such activities are completely enclosed and not visible from the public right-of-way, or
2. Such activities constitute emergency repairs, provided that such repairs do not exceed seventy-two hours;
X. Parking a vehicle, as defined in Chapter 11.80, in public view when a failure to maintain its exterior
causes such vehicle to constitute an eyesore. Vehicles shall be deemed unsightly when body parts rust or become
corroded, paint becomes faded, chipped, or peeled or the vehicle exterior becomes otherwise dilapidated;
Y. Sanding or painting a vehicle, as defined in Chapter 11.80, anywhere in a residential zone;
Z. Failure to obscure vehicles and equipment which are stored in a residential zone out of public view;
AA. Storage of any item in a residential zone in a manner which endangers public health and safety;
BB. Any offensive or unwholesome business or establishment operated in a manner dangerous to the public
health, safety and welfare;
CC. Those offenses declared a nuisance anywhere in the code of the city or the statutes of the state of
California or known at common law as nuisances when the same exist within the jurisdiction of the city.
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9.40.040 Table of pemutted uses.
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Chapter 9.40 RESIDENTIAL PERMITTED USES
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9.4"W Tahie of perm9Led tows.
CodeAlert: This item has been affected by 445. Please refer to the CodeAlert_Ordinance List for the most
current provisions.
Table 9-1: Permitted Uses in Kesmennat 121mcts, touowmg, specines umse areas auu_suuwuacs wwa a a. V
permitted within each residential district. The letters in the columns beneath the district designation mean the
following:
1. "P": Permitted as a principal use within the district.
2. W: Permitted only if accessory to the principal residential use on the site.
3. "c": Permitted if conditional use permit is approved.
4. "M": Permitted if a minor use permit is approved.
5. "H": Permitted as a home occupation if accessory to the principal residential use and if a home
occupation permit is approved.
6. "S": Permitted if a specific plan is approved per Section 9.40.030.
7. "X": Prohibited in the district.
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fewer
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Group Living and Can Uses
(Coat.)
Senior citizen residences, 6 or
P
P
P
P
P
P
fewer persons, subject to Section
9.60.200
Senior grmW bousin& 7 of more
X
X
X
X
C
C
persons, subject to Section
9.60.200
Time share facilities, subject to
C
C
C
C
C
C
Section 9.60.280
Bed and breakfast inns
C
C
C
C
C
C
Open Space and Recreational
Uses
Public parks, playfields and open
P
P
P
P
P
P
space
Bicycle, equestrian and hiking
P
P
P
P
P
P
trails
Clubhouses and community
P
P
P
P
P
P
pooh
Cabanas
Unlighted tennis and other game
A
A
A
A
A
A
courts on private properly,
subject to Section 9.60.150
Lighted tennis and other game
M
M
M
C
C
C
courts on private property,
subject to Section 9.60.150
Golf courses and country clubs
P
P
P
P
P
P
per Section 9.110.040
Driving range with or without
C
C
X
C
C
C
lights
Accessory Uses and Structures
Home occupations, subject to
H
H
H
H
H
H
Section 9.60.110
Patio covers, decks, and gazebos,
A
A
A
A
A
A
subject to Section 9.60.040
Fences and walls, subject to
P
P
P
P
P
P
Section 9.60.030
Satellite dishes and other
A
A
A
A
A
A
antennas subject to Section
9.60.080
Swimming pools, spas and
A
A
A
A
A
A
cabanas, subject to Section
9.60.070
Guesthouses, subject to Section
M
M
M
X
X
X
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9.210.020 Conditional use permits and minor use permits.
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Chapter 9.210 DEVELOPMENT REVIEW PERMITS
9.210.020 Conditional use oermits and minor use
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A. Purpose. The purpose of a conditional use permit or minor use permit is to provide for individual
approval or denial of land uses requiring such permits under this code. Uses requiring these permits have
potential for adverse impacts on surrounding properties, residents or businesses. Therefore, when such uses are
approved, conditions are placed on their establishment and operation to mitigate or eliminate such impacts. For
purposes of this section, the term "use permit' includes both conditional use and minor use permits.
B. Definitions. "Use permit' means a discretionary entitlement under the provisions of this zoning code
which authorizes a specific use or development on a specific property subject to compliance with all terms and
conditions imposed on the entitlement.
1. Conditional Use Permits. Uses requiring a conditional use permit have moderate to significant potential
for adverse impacts on surrounding properties, residents or businesses; for example, kennels or animal shelters.
2. Minor Use Permits. Uses requiring a minor use permit have low to moderate potential for adverse
impacts on surrounding properties, residents or businesses. In most cases, such uses are accessory to a main or
principal use on the property; for example, a guesthouse on a lot containing a main residence.
C. Applicability. A conditional use permit or a minor use permit is required for all land uses identified in
this code as requiring such permits.
D. Decision -Making Authority. Conditional use permits shall be reviewed by the planning commission in
conjunction with a public hearing held pursuant to Section 9.200.110. Minor use permits shall be processed
administratively by the community development director pursuant to Section 9.200.020.
E. Compliance with Permit. The establishment and operation of any land use authorized under a use permit
and any development associated with the permit shall be in compliance with the approved permit and any plans,
specifications and conditions of approval shown on and/or attached to the permit at all times.
F. Required Findings. The following findings shall be made by the decision -making authority prior to the
approval of either a conditional use permit or a minor use permit:
1. Consistency with General Plan. The land use is consistent with the general plan.
2. Consistency with Zoning Code. The use is consistent with the provisions of this zoning code.
3. Compliance with CEQA. Processing and approval of the permit application are in compliance with the
requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act.
4. Surrounding Uses. Approval of the application will not create conditions materially detrimental to the
public health, safety and general welfare or injurious to or incompatible with other properties or land uses in the
vicinity.
G. Appeals. Appeals to decisions on use permits shall be reviewed pursuant to Section 9.200.120.
H. Expiration and Time Extensions. The decision -making authority may impose a time limitation on
establishment of the use, as defined in Section 9.200.080, and/or may establish an expiration date on the use
permit,itself Time extensions may be granted pursuant to Section 9.200.080.
I. Amendments. Amendments to use permits shall be processed pursuant to Section 9.200.100.
J. The use permit may be modified or revoked by the city council, or planning commission, should they
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determine that the proposed uses or conditions under which it is being operated or maintained is detrimental
to the public health, welfare, or materially injurious to property, or improvements in the vicinity, or if the
property is operated or maintained, so as to constitute a public nuisance. (Ord. 325 § I (Exh. A) (part), 1998;
Ord. 284 § I (Exh. A) (part), 1996)
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PLANNING COMMISSION
STAFF REPORT
DATE: FEBRUARY 12, 2008
CASE NO.: MODIFICATION BY APPLICANT MBA 2008-008
APPLICANT: TRANS WEST HOUSING, INC.
REQUEST: CONSIDERATION OF A REQUEST TO MODIFY A
CONDITION OF APPROVAL REQUIRING OFF -SITE
IMPROVEMENTS AS A PART OF THE FIRST PHASE OF
DEVELOPMENT
LOCATION: EAST SIDE OF MONROE STREET, '/4 MILE SOUTH OF
AVENUE 54
PROPERTY
OWNER: THE GRIFFIN SADDLE CLUB, LLC.
LANDSCAPE
ARCHITECT: HSA DESIGN GROUP, LLC.
GENERAL PLAN/
ZONING: LOW DENSITY RESIDENTIAL W/ EQUESTRIAN OVERLAY
ENVIRONMENTAL
DETERMINATION: THE LA QUINTA PLANNING DEPARTMENT HAS
DETERMINED THAT THIS PROJECT IS CATEGORICALLY
EXEMPT FROM ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW PURSUANT TO
PROVISIONS OF SECTION 15301 (CLASS 1) OF THE
CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (CEQA), IN
THAT THE PROPOSED PROJECT CONSTITUTES A MINOR
ALTERATION TO AN EXISTING PROJECT AND,
THEREFORE, WILL HAVE NO PERMANENT EFFECTS ON
THE ENVIRONMENT
LAND USES: NORTH: RVL / GRIFFIN RANCH / RURAL RESIDENCE
SOUTH: RL / LA QUINTA ESTATES
EAST: MONROE STREET / CITY LIMITS / RURAL
FARMLAND
WEST: RL / GRIFFIN RANCH / RESIDENTIAL
BACKGROUND:
The Griffin Ranch Saddle Club facility was approved by the Planning Commission
on September 29, 2006 under Conditional Use Permit 06-099 and Site
Development Permit 06-866. Although the Saddle Club was not included as a part
of the Griffin Ranch Specific Plan or associated tentative tract map approvals, it has
been designed to be used in conjunction with the adjacent residential project. The
Saddle Club will primarily serve Griffin Ranch residents but allows use by outside
individuals.
Griffin Ranch Specific Plan 2004-074 and Tentative Tract Map 32879 were
originally approved by the City Council on January 4, 2004 for 303 single-family
lots over approximately 199 acres. The project was later enlarged by 90 lots on 45
acres under Specific Plan Amendment #1 and Tentative Tract 34642, which were
approved by the City Council on April 17, 2007.
PROJECT REQUEST
Trans West Housing recently proposed phasing the construction of the Saddle Club.
This phasing plan would delay the construction of the barns, one storage building,
landscaping, and Monroe Street improvements by one year (Attachment 1, Letter).
Site Development Permit 06-866 Condition of Approval #19 requires that off -site
street improvements be completed in the first phase of construction. In order to
accomplish the proposed phasing, they are requesting a Modification by Applicant
to Condition of Approval #19 in order to delay the construction of off -site street
improvements.
As per Section 9.200.090 of the Zoning Code, Modifications by Applicant (MBA),
plans modified at the initiative of the applicant from those approved by the
decision -making authority may be submitted to the Director for a determination.
The Director determined that this request to delay the construction of off -site
improvements exceeds the scope of a minor modification, and has thus referred
consideration of the MBA back to the original decision -making authority, the
Planning Commission.
ANALYSIS:
Under the proposed phasing plan, the applicant would be constructing the majority
of the approved Saddle Club project. All pest, odor, sanitation, and dust control
measures required under the conditions of approval are required to be outfitted in
order for the Saddle Club to be operational. All interior landscaping would be
required to be installed. As the Saddle Club site is currently used as pasture area
and is covered by turf, the site of the barns and maintenance building proposed to
be constructed one year later would remain as is.
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Approval of the request would result in the applicant's use of a partially -completed
Saddle Club facility while delaying the landscaping and street improvements along
Monroe Street for a period of one year following occupancy. In order to assure the
street improvements are completed, the applicants will be required to post bonds.
The applicants have proposed access by horse trailers and non-residents to the
Saddle Club site from the existing temporary construction road which follows the
approximate location of Ardennais Drive (Attachment 1, Access Site Plan). Because
staff foresees a liability issue by granting access to the site via an unimproved
temporary road, staff is recommending that all visitors and residents access the site
from existing main entry and proceed along the improved and completed Mery
Griffin Way and Mac Beth Street. The temporary construction road should only be
used for heavy trailers and service vehicles which cannot cross the bridge at the
project's main entry. The City has also requested the applicant provide a "hold
harmless" indemnity agreement for all users accessing the Saddle Club site.
RECOMMENDATION:
As the applicant is requesting a one-year delay in their phasing plan, staff
recommends approval of the following temporary conditions, in addition to the
conditions under Site Development Permit 2006-866, to accommodate the interim
development of Saddle Club under this Modification by Applicant:
1. The construction of all Monroe Street improvements including frontage
landscaping, the construction of the raised center aisle -way barns, and the
construction of one storage building may be delayed for a one year period
following occupancy of the first phase of the Saddle Club development. Any
additional time extension requests beyond this one year period shall be
submitted in writing by the applicant for review and approval by the Planning
Director. Should the applicant fail to obtain a time extension, then the use of
the Saddle Club shall cease and desist until all required improvements are
completed.
2. All horse trailers and service vehicles shall access the Saddle Club during the
one-year temporary phasing period from the temporary construction entrance
located on Avenue 54, and proceed to the Saddle Club via the temporary
access road at the location of Ardennais Drive. The temporary Avenue 54
entry shall be manned by a security guard and include temporary signage to
direct horse trailers and service vehicles to this temporary entry point. All
other Saddle Club traffic shall access the site via the existing Griffin Ranch
main entry and proceed to the Saddle Club via Mery Griffin Way and
Macbeth Street.
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3. The applicant and patrons of the Saddle Club agree to indemnify, defend and
hold harmless the City of La Quinta, its agents, officers, and employees from
any claim, action, or proceeding to attack, set aside, void, or annul the
approval of this phasing plan. The City of La Quinta shall have the right to
select its defense counsel at its sole discretion.
The City of La Quinta shall promptly notify the applicant of any claim, action,
or proceeding and shall cooperate fully in the defense.
4. All persons using the Saddle Club during the temporary phasing period shall
be required to sign and submit to the City of La Quinta a "hold harmless"
indemnity agreement which shall clearly state that the City of La Quinta shall
not be held liable for any damage or other incidents related to the use of and
access to the site via unimproved access roads.
5. Temporary emergency access to the Saddle Club shall be provided from
Monroe Street and the construction entrance on Avenue 54.
6. The applicant shall install and have all pest, odor, sanitation, and dust control
measures operational prior to occupancy of the riding arena and attached
stables.
7. As the applicant proposes not to construct off -site improvements on Monroe
Street abutting the Site Development Permit 2006-866 site, the applicant
shall furnish full security in the form of a bond guaranteeing the construction
of such improvements and the satisfaction of its obligations as conditioned in
Site Development Permit 2006-866 for same, or shall agree to any
combination thereof, as may be required by the City. The bond amount shall
be for 100% for the Performance and 100% for Labor and Material and as
approved by the City Engineer. The applicant is required to construct all
improvements conditioned of the Site Development Permit 2006-866 site
within one year of occupancy unless an extension is granted by the Planning
Director.
8. Pursuant to the aforementioned condition, the applicant shall submit detailed
construction cost estimates for all proposed off -site improvements, for
checking and approval by the City Engineer. Such estimates shall conform to
the unit cost schedule adopted by City resolution, or ordinance.
For items not listed in the City's unit cost schedule, the proposed unit costs
shall be approved by the City Engineer.
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Attachments:
Application and Letter with proposed Site Plans
Prepared by:
Av�--
ArWew J. Mogensen
P ncipal Planner
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ATTACHMENT 1
TRANS C�TOUSING
January 31, 2008
Honorable Planning Commission Members, City of La Quinta
RE: SDP 2006-866, Griffin Saddle Club
On behalf of Griffin Saddle Club, L.L.C., I would like to request a modification to our
approved Conditions of Approval dated September 26, 2006. Specifically, Condition #
19 under "Improvement plans" last sentence which states, "Off -Site Improvements
should be completed on a first priority basis. The applicant shall complete Off -Site
Improvements in the first phase of construction." We would request that this be
modified to allow us to complete the Off -Site Improvements in the second and final
phase of construction. Phase Two construction will be built one year after we complete
Phase One in early fall of 2008.
We would like to build the first phase beginning in March 2008 and completed in
October 2008. This phase will have all approved structures except the two stand alone
barns and one building designated for hay and wood shavings. We would also request
that the entry at Monroe and the improvements on Monroe be delayed and completed
with the two barn structures as Phase Two.
Phase One would include the area highlighted in the attached map i.e. the covered arena
with 34 stalls attached, the care -takers house, the manure building, the maintenance
building and one of the hay and wood shavings buildings. All landscaping as per
approved plan will be installed and the un-built barn areas will be over -seeded with grass
and irrigation will be installed in the future areas as well. There will be a temporary
access to the facility through Griffin Ranch on the far easterly side where we presently
have our construction entrance coming in off of Avenue 54. This entrance will be used
for access for horse trailers as well as maintenance vehicles to unload hay and remove
manure. Vehicle traffic will come in at the entrance to Griffin Ranch off of Madison
Ave. and move through on the paved roads of Mery Griffin Way to Macbeth St. We
have presented the issue of the temporary access and the emergency access off of Monroe
to the Riverside County Fire Marshall.
Due to the serious downturn in the real estate market we feel that opening our most
exciting amenity in a timely manner is of utmost importance to our marketing effort at
Griffin Ranch. The cost of completing the entire facility and the improvements on
Monroe are onerous and we would like to take this two phase approach as a way of
moving toward our goal. This is especially pertinent in relation to the improvements on
Monroe Street.
Please Reply To
O 10721 Treena Street #200 O 47-120 Dune Palms Road, Suite C
San Diego, CA 92131 La Quinta, CA 92253
p: 858.653.3003 p: 760.777.4307
f. 858.653.3001 f 760.777.4308
www.Trans WestHousing.com
We would like to complete the Monroe Street improvements all the way to the corner of
54t' Avenue at one time since it would be a great cost savings. We also would note that
doing Monroe at one time would create far less traffic problems and disruption for the
citizens of La Quinta. Presently the new tract of our project does not have the .
improvement plans completed and approved and we will complete this process in the
2009 calendar year. This is Tentative Tract Map 34642 which fronts on Monroe Street
and 54 h Avenue.
We would also have an agreement with the City of La Quinta that our facility will only
remain operational if we adhere to this schedule.
If there are any questions or concerns please contact me and I will be pleased to discuss
this with the Commission members. Thank you for your attention to this request.
Sincerely,
TRANS WEST HOUSING, INC.
Marty W. Butler
Division Manager
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