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A Regular Meeting to be Held at the
La Quinta City Hall Session Room
78-495 Calle Tampico, La Quinta, California
December 8, 1999
10:00 A.M.
Beginning Minute Motion 99-021
I. 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
A. Approval of the October 7, 1999 Minutes.
V. BUSINESS ITEMS:
A. Case ........................ SITE DEVELOPMENT PERMIT 99-657
Applicant .................. RHL Design Group for USA Petroleum
Location ................... Northwest corner of Highway 111 and Dune Palms Road
Request .................... Approval of architectural and landscaping plans for a
gasoline facility with mini market and automated tunnel car
wash.
Action ...................... Minute Motion 99-_
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B. Case ........................
Applicant ..................
Location ...................
Request ....................
Action ......................
SITE DEVELOPMENT PERMIT 99-661
Canady & Company
North side of 48"' Avenue, east of Caleo Bay Drive within
Lake La Quinta.
Approval of architectural and landscaping plans for three
new prototype residential units.
Minute Motion 99
VI. CORRESPONDENCE AND WRITTEN MATERIAL
VII. COMMITTEE MEMBER ITEMS
VIII. ADJOURNMENT
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MINUTES
ARCHITECTURE & LANDSCAPING REVIEW COMMITTEE MEETING
A regular meeting held at the La Quinta City Hall
78-495 Calle Tampico, La Quinta, CA
October 7, 1999
CALL TO ORDER
10:00 a.m.
A. This meeting of the Architectural and Landscaping Committee was called to order
at 10:06 a.m. by Planning Manager Christine di Iorio who led the flag salute.
B. Committee Members present: Bill Bobbitt, Dennis Cunningham, and Frank
Reynolds.
C. Staff present: Planning Manager Christine di Iorio, Principal Planner Stan Sawa,
Associate Planner Leslie Mouriquand, and Executive Secretary Betty Sawyer.
II. PUBLIC COMMENT: None.
III. CONFIRMATION OF THE AGENDA:
A. Associate Planner Leslie Mouriquand informed the Commission that Mr. Kent
Armstrong, Century -Crowell Communities, had called to state he was going to be
late and requested that if his item came up before he arrived could the Agenda be
rearranged to take his item last. The Committee agreed.
IV. CONSENT CALENDAR:
A. Planning Manager Christine di Iorio asked if there were any changes to the Minutes
of September 15, 1999. There being no corrections, it was moved and seconded by
Committee Members Cunningham/Bobbitt to approve the minutes as submitted.
Unanimously approved with Committee Member Reynolds abstaining.
V. BUSINESS ITEMS:
A. Site Development Permit 98-658; a request of Eisenhower Medical Center and La
Quinta Medical Group for approval of architectural and landscaping plans for a two
story medical office building (Phase 1).
Principal Planner Stan Sawa presented the information contained in the staff
report, a copy of which is on file in the Community Development
Department.
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Committee Member Cunningham stated the building is too plain. He concurs
with staff that the front elevation needs more articulation to bring some
interest. This size of the building makes a statement and it should have more
detail. He asked if the overhang would have exposed rafters. Staff stated it
would. Committee Member Cunningham stated the four by four rafters need
some beefing up.
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3. Committee Member Bobbitt stated he agreed and asked if the roof line would
be broken up and would the recommendation be sufficient. The ends of the
building need some help as well. Planning Manager Christine di Iorio stated
that if the Committee Members recommend a change, it would be up to the
architect to submit changes. Committee Member Bobbin asked about the
height limitations. Principal Planner Stan Sawa stated the Specific Plan has
a height limit of 36 feet and the Code allows 50 feet. Adjacent to residential
uses, lower heights are generally preferred.
4. Committee Member Reynolds stated his concern was the maneuverability of
the trash and delivery trucks. The access needs to be moved to the south or
east side. Staff stated that due to the residential uses being on the east and
south sides, it was suggested the trucks enter from the west due to the noise.
5. Committee Member Bobbin stated his concern with the Date Palm trees and
the high concentration around the courtyard area. He would prefer to see a
different type of palm that is not as dangerous due to crown drop. In regard
to the other plants, the Ash tree in the parking lot will be messy and has an
invasive root system that will tear up the parking surface. He would
recommend that it be changed. Other than that, he has no problems with the
plant pallet.
6. Mr. Jim Cioffi, architect for the project, stated the windows would be
recessed and staff recommendations will be taken into consideration. The
design was to let the masses and forms play off themselves. In regard to the
roof, it is his impression that it does have a lot of variation and he passed out
a rendering showing the details of the roof. They could articulate the tower,
but the suggestion regarding changing the hip will not gain anything. It is a
two piece tile roof. Planning Manager Christine di Iorio asked Mr. Cioffi to
explain his comment in regard to the hip roof. Mr. Cioffi stated he
understood staff wanted the hip raised, but as shown in the rendering, the roof
did have variations. Staff explained the desire was to raise the roof line with
a parapet design. With regards to the hip roof staff is recommending
extending the roof overhang to eliminate the tile roof awning. Mr. Cioffi
stated they had lowered the roof line and would be using six-inch by six-inch
rafters for extra emphasis. They would however, introduce some articulation
to the ends of the buildings and they will be using a steel sash, recessed
windows. Their concern is that they do not want to put residential detail on
a commercial building.
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7. Committee Member Cunningham stated the roof design as shown by the
rendering looks nice.
8. Mr. Cioffi stated they would review the trash element and if staff would give
them some leverage with the parking they will see what can be done to
remove parking that may be in the way. However, the adjoining residents
were adamant about not having to hear the trucks coming and going.
9. Committee Member Cunningham asked if they concurred with staff s
recommendation. Mr. Cioffi stated yes, but he was questioning the window
treatment. Staff stated that what was wanted was a variety of size and shapes
to bring interest to the building.
10. Committee Member Bobbitt asked what the response was from the Lake La
Quinta residents. Staff stated one property owner had been in to see the
project and they were not overly concerned with the project. Mr. Cioffi
stated they had met with the Homeowners' Association (HOA) who were
pleased with the design, and will meet with the HOA for Rancho La Quinta.
11. Committee Member Bobbitt stated he supported the look as displayed in the
rendering and believed the structure should go along with the look of the
church and the shopping center.
12. Mr. Coiffi stated they would look at the use of lintels, as well as the roof line,
window locations and shapes.
13. Planning Manager Christine di lorio stated the only change to the conditions
is removing the recommendation for a parapet roof. The plant palette is fine
except for the use of Date Palm and Ash trees. Discussion followed
regarding the different trees.
14. There being no further discussion, it was moved and seconded by Committee
Members Cunningham/Bobbitt to adopt Minute Motion 99-018
recommending approval of Site Development Permit 98-658, subject to
conditions as recommended. Unanimously approved.
B. Site Development Permit 99-655; a request of First School of the Desert for approval
of architectural and landscaping plans for a preschool facility located at the northeast
corner of Adams Street and Miles Avenue.
1. Associate Planner Leslie Mouriquand presented the information contained in
the staff report, a copy of which is on file in the Community Development
Department.
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Mr. Mark Hastings, representing the School, stated the architectural elements
would be the same as those contained in the pictures submitted of their
Cathedral City and Palm Springs Schools. Discussion followed regarding the
different architectural and landscaping elements on the different schools.
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Committee Member Cunningham stated he thought the use of the property
is excellent and very attractive.
Committee Member Bobbitt agreed.
5. Committee Member Reynolds asked how the property would drain. Ms.
Margo Williams, with Mainiero Smith and Associates, stated it would drain
down Ladera Street into the existing basins to the east.
6. Committee Member Bobbitt asked if the City intended to install any left turn
lanes at the signal at this intersection. Mr. Hastings explained their drop off
procedure. The children will be taken to the classroom and dropped off with
the teacher and all the play areas are in the rear of the property.
7. Committee Member Cunningham asked the hours of operation. Mr. Hastings
stated 7:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. five days a week When they started their
Cathedral City they were in an existing residential area and they had to
address.issues regarding circulation and traffic.
8. Committee Member Bobbitt asked how many students. Mr. Hastings stated
128 students.
9. There being no further discussion, it was moved and seconded by Committee
Members Bobbitt/Cunningham to adopt Minute Motion 99-019 approving
Site Development Permit 99-655 as recommended. Unanimously approved.
C. Site Development Permit 99-660; a request of Century -Crowell Communities for
approval of architectural and landscaping plans for two new prototype residential
condominium units within Tract 20158, along the south side of Calle Norte, east of
Avenida Las Verdes, within Duna La Quinta.
1. Associate Planner Leslie Mouriquand presented the information contained in
the staff report, a copy of which is on file in the Community Development
Department. Staff noted the correction in square footage for the units.
2. Committee Member Bobbitt asked if this site was currently being graded. Mr.
Armstrgng stated yes and the differential is nine feet causing the split level
unit design.
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3. Committee Member Cunningham stated the design appearance is good and
he has no objection.
4. Committee Member Bobbitt stated the split level units are a nice look and
offers a variation in the floor plan.
5. Committee Member Bobbitt asked if there would be any drainage problems
with the split level units for the area behind the garage. Mr. Armstrong stated
no, they would be using a sealant as well as drainage systems to assure there
were none.
6. Committee Member Reynolds stated he too agreed the design and layout
were attractive.
Planning Manager Christine di Iorio asked if flat tile or "S" the was proposed
to be used. Mr. Armstrong stated the units would have a mix of flat and "S"
tile with two to three colors.
8. There being no further discussion, it was moved and seconded by Committee
Members Cunningham/Bobbitt to adopt Minute Motion 99-020 approving
Site Development Permit 99-660 as recommended. Unanimously approved.
VL CORRESPONDENCE AND WRITTEN MATERIAL: None
V. COMMITTEE MEMBER ITEMS: None
Vt. ADJOURNMENT:
There being no further business, it was moved and seconded by Committee Members
Cunningham/Bobbitt to adjourn this regular meeting of the Architectural and Landscaping Review
Committee to the next regular meeting to be held on November 3, 1999. This meeting was adjourned
at 11:18 a.m. on October 7, 1999.
Respectfully submitted,
BETTY J. SAWYER, Executive Secretary
City of La Quinta, California
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ARCHITECTURE AND LANDSCAPE REVIEW COMMITTEE
STAFF REPORT
DATE: DECEMBER 8, 1999
CASE NO.: SITE DEVELOPMENT PERMIT 99-657
APPLICANT: RHL DESIGN GROUP/ USA PETROLEUM
REQUEST: APPROVAL OF ARCHITECTURAL AND LANDSCAPING
PLANS FOR GASOLINE FACILITY WITH MINI MARKET
AND AUTOMATED TUNNEL CAR WASH
LOCATION: NORTHWEST CORNER OF HWY. 111 AND DUNE PALMS
ROAD, WITHIN SPECIFIC PLAN 99-036- LA QUINTA
CORPORATE CENTRE
The 1 .44-acre project site is located at the northwest corner of Hwy. 111 and Dune
Palms Road (Attachment 1), and is a part of the La Quinta Corporate Centre (Specific
Plan 99-036) approved in September 1999, under City Council Resolution 99-111.
The applicant proposes to construct a fueling station with mini mart and automated
tunnel car wash. A Conditional Use Permit is also required to permit the car wash and
service station use on the project site. Lot Line Adjustment 99-316 has been
submitted to reconfigure the project site to fit the proposed site plan.
The proposed site plan (Attachment 2) depicts the mini mart building with attached
automated tunnel car wash and fueling canopy accessed from Hwy. 111 and Dune
Palms Road. Fuel tanks are located underground within the concrete yard. The
proposed single -story mini mart plan (Attachment 3) features 2,940 square feet of
area. The building height is 23'8" high at the tallest roof projection, and the pump
canopy is 18'7" high. The 845 square foot automated tunnel car wash structure is
attached to the rear of the mini mart building, and is 14-feet high with a 9' 8" high
tower element above the building roof for a total of 23 feet.
A Mediterranean architectural style is proposed for the project, utilizing exterior
plaster walls and concrete "S" the roofing. The color and materials exhibit feature a
natural desert color scheme, and will be available at the meeting. The proposed
building features large glass front entry doors and stationary windows on the facade,
three tower elements with clerestory windows, a covered walkway around three sides
of the building, and roof -mounted mechanical equipment. The covered walkway is
supported by stucco columns with clad tile covered bases. Double columns are
proposed on each side of the entry doors. Around the base of the stuccoed support
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columns is the same slate tile trim used on the building. Window frames will be dark
bronze anodized aluminum. Exterior stucco cement plaster colors will be Adobe and
Eggshell. Rafter tails will be exposed.
The three tower elements consist of one located over the front entryway, a second
at the southwest corner of the building, and a third at the exit for the car wash. The
towers range in height from 22' to 23'8".
The canopy consists of stucco columns with the tile clad base, capped with a
decorative cornice.
The landscaping plan has a varied plant palette including shade trees, palm trees and
numerous shrubs, and mounding. A 22-foot high flag pole is proposed near the
intersection corner for display for a United States flag.
MANDATORY FINDINGS:
As required by Section 9.210.010 of the Zoning Ordinance, the Committee is required
to review and comment on the following architectural and landscaping findings:
Architectural Design. As conditioned, the architectural design of the project,
including but not limited to the architectural style, scale, building mass,
materials, colors, architectural details, roof style, and other architectural
elements are compatible with surrounding development with the quality of
design prevalent in the City. The project site is within Specific Plan 99-036,
and as such is subject to the architectural guidelines for the La Quinta
Corporate Centre. Similarly, the project is subject to the architectural guidelines
of the Highway 111 Design Theme. The proposed architectural design is
consistent with these guidelines, with the exception of the tower elements,
which range from 9 to 14 feet above the building roof creating an element out
of proportion with the building. The Highway 111 Architectural Design
Guidelines require that buildings have architectural features and patterns that
provide visual interest, at the scale of the pedestrian, as well as reduce
massive aesthetic effects. Staff recommends in Condition No. 1 that the
towers be reduced in height to maintain proportionality. The rear elevation
lacks articulation and detail for which staff recommends in Condition No. 2 that
the rear elevation be revised to include, for example, glass blocks, tile or stone
detail trims, etc.
2. Landscape Design. As conditioned, the project landscaping, including but not
limited to the location, type, size, color, texture, and coverage of plant
materials, has been designed so as to provide visual relief, complement
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buildings, visually emphasize prominent design elements and vistas, screen
undesirable views, provide a harmonious transition between adjacent land uses
and between development and open space, and provide an overall unifying
influence to enhance the visual continuity of the project. The proposed
landscape plan within the Highway 111 landscape setback is consistent with
the Highway 111 Design Theme and the requirements of Specific Plan 99-036,
Additionally, Condition No. 4 requires that the three California Fan Palms
located near the intersection corner to be of varying heights with a minimum
of 18 trunk -feet in height, to give a more natural clustered look.
RECOMMENDATION:
Recommend to the Planning Commission approval of Site Development Permit 99-
657, subject to the following conditions:
1 . Prior to issuance of building permits, the building elevations shall be revised to
with reduced tower heights in order to achieve proportionality with the
building.
2. Prior to issuance of building permits, the rear elevation shall be revised to add
architectural detail and articulation.
3. The final landscape plan shall indicate varying heights of the three California
Fan Palms at the Hwy 111 and Dune Palms Road intersection of the project.
The palms shall have a minimum of 18 feet of trunk height.
Attachments:
1 . Location Map
2. Architectural Exhibits
Prepared by: `
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STAFF REPORT
DATE:
CASE NO.:
APPLICANT:
ARCHITECT:
REQUEST:
LOCATION:
BACKGROUND:
DECEMBER 8, 1999
SITE DEVELOPMENT PERMIT 99-661
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LEN NOBEL COMPANY
APPROVAL OF ARCHITECTURAL AND LANDSCAPING PLANS
FOR THREE NEW PROTOTYPE RESIDENTIAL PLANS
TO BE CONSTRUCTED IN LAKE LA QUINTA, ON THE NORTH
SIDE OF 48T" AVENUE, EAST OF CALEO BAY DRIVE
Canaday & Company has built residences in Lake La Quinta since 1997. To date, they
have received approval of approximately six prototype plans. The proposal is for
approval of three new residential prototype plans. To date, proposed construction of
these new units is only indicated for Lots 122, 123, and 124 which are off -water lots
on Via Florence near Adams Street.
PROJECT PROPOSAL:
Proposed are three plans as follows:
Plan 10
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# of bedrooms -
baths -
garage spaces -
Plan 20
size -
# of bedrooms -
baths -
garage spaces
Plan 3
size -
# of bedrooms -
baths -
garage spaces -
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2,422 square feet
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The prototype plans are characterized by a tower entry and flanking hip or gable roof
features off of the main hip roof. The units utilize plaster walls, plastered eaves, metal
roll -up garage doors, and curved concrete tile roofing. Colors of the plaster are white
to light tan, with contrasting light accent paint colors, and with light red blended roof
tile. Roof heights and types are varied and used in combinations. The main roof ridge
in each plan consists of a hipped roof running parallel to the street. Each plan varies
in height because of the variety of roofs, with Plan 10 a maximum 18'-6" high, Plan
20 a maximum 17'-6" high, and Plan 30, a maximum 20 feet high. Special design
features on the facades include covered windows, plaster popouts, and some
decorative recesses on the entry tower. Each plan includes two different facades,
with building sides and rears being the same within each plan.
Conceptual typical front yard landscaping plans have been submitted for these plans.
The plans show 4 to 5 palm or canopy trees per lot, boulders, lawn, and miscellaneous
shrubs. No description of the sizes is given.
FINDINGS:
As required by Section 9.60.300 (Compatibility Review) of the Zoning Ordinance, the
Committee is required to review and comment on the following findings:
1. The architectural and other design elements of the new residential units will be
compatible and not detrimental to the other existing units in the projects.
2. The proposed single family residences will be compatible to existing dwellings
with respect to architectural materials such as roof material, window treatment,
and garage door style, colors, roof lines, and lot area.
Response to #1.and #2:
The proposed units, with the conditions as recommended, are of a compatible
architectural design, color, and materials with the existing residences. The units
will utilize similar architectural features such as varying roof heights, entry
towers, decorative chimneys, and stucco column bases.
However, because all plans have the same continuous main hip roof ridge, the
overall appearance from the rear is repetitious. Redesign of the rear facing roof
plane of one of the plans is needed to provide articulation and variety.
For compatibility with existing residences in Lake La Quinta, one of the plans
needs to modify the main hip roof to a clipped gable, which exists in the
project.
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RECOMMENDATION:
Recommend to the Planning Commission approval of Site Development Permit 99-661,
subject to the following conditions:
1. One of the prototype plans shall incorporate a clipped gable roof instead of a
main hip roof.
2. Detailed front yard landscaping plans shall be submitted for review and approval
by the Community Development Department for approval prior to issuance of
any building permit for units authorized by this approval.
3. All side or rear elevations that are flat (one continuous plane) shall provide
around all windows larger than 2' x 2' and all doors, a minimum 3" deep stucco
popout on at least two sides of the frame, to the satisfaction of the Community
Development Department.
4. One of the prototype plans shall be redesigned to incorporate rear facing roof
modifications to break up the continuous flat roof.
5. Prior to issuance of building permits for any of the units authorized by this
approval, final working drawings incorporating the above requirements, shall be
approved by the Community Development Department.
Attachment:
1. Plan exhibits
Prepared by:
Stan B. Sawa, Principal Planner
Submitted by:
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