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ARCHITECTURE AND LANDSCAPING
REVIEW COMMITTEE
A Regular Meeting to be Held at the
La Quinta City Hall Session Room
78-495 Calle Tampico, La Quinta, California
October 4, 2000
10:00 A.M.
Beginning Minute Motion 2000-018
CALL TO ORDER
A. Pledge of Allegiance
B. Roll Call
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.
CONFIRMATION OF AGENDA
CONSENT CALENDAR
A. Approval of the Minutes for September 13, 2000.
BUSINESS ITEMS:
A. Item .......................
Applicant ................
Location .................
Request ..................
Action ....................
COMMERCIAL PROPERTY IMPROVEMENT
PROGRAM 2000-001
Bruce Cathcart & Jim Cathcart - La Quinta Palms
Realty
51-001 Eisenhower Drive
Review of a funding request to restore the
existing wall texture, roof, wood trim, planters
and patio entrance.
Minute Motion 2000-
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B. Item ....................... COMMERCIAL PROPERTY IMPROVEMENT
PROGRAM 2000-002
Applicant ................ David Cetina - El Ranchito Mexican Restaurant
Location ................. 78-039 Calle Estado
Request .................. Review of a funding request to construct a front
patio and new concrete.
Action .................... Minute Motion 2000-
VI. CORRESPONDENCE AND WRITTEN MATERIAL
VII. COMMITTEE MEMBER ITEMS
VIII. ADJOURNMENT
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ALRC/AGENDA
MINUTES
ARCHITECTURE & LANDSCAPING REVIEW COMMITTEE MEETING
A regular meeting held at the La Quinta City Hall
78-495 Calle Tampico, La Quinta, CA
September 13, 2000
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 lorio who led the
flag salute.
B. Committee Members present: Bill Bobbitt, Dennis Cunningham, and Frank
Reynolds.
C. Staff present: Planning Manager Christine di lorio, Associate Planner Greg
Trousdell, and Executive Secretary Betty Sawyer.
II. PUBLIC COMMENT: None.
III. CONFIRMATION OF THE AGENDA: Confirmed
IV. CONSENT CALENDAR:
A. Planning Manager Christine di lorio asked if there were any changes to
the Minutes of August 2, 2000. Committee Member Reynolds asked
that Page 2, Item 4 be amended to state the Arts Association was
requesting to upgrade the building. There being no further changes, it
was moved and seconded by Committee Members Cunningham/Bobbitt
to approve the Minutes as corrected. Unanimously approved.
V. BUSINESS ITEMS:
A. Site Development Permit 2000-684; a request of R.C. Hobbs Company,
Inc. for approval of architectural and landscaping plans for three new
prototype residential units.
1. Associate Planner Greg Trousdell presented the information
contained in the staff report, a copy of which is on file in the
Community Development Department.
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2. Committee Member Cunningham asked if the applicant had any
comments. Mr. Roger Hobbs, developer, stated he was acquiring
47 recorded lots and went on to explain how he attempted to
solve the problem that 23 of the lots are 65 feet wide. They
developed two plans to make the numbers work on the smallest
and largest house on a 65 foot wide lot. They tried to be
innovative and create a project that is of the same footage or
larger and of same value or larger than the existing neighborhood.
Therefore, they agree with staff's recommendation as it would
cost them less. With the exception of the garage door glass,
those homes have been retrofitted to the new doors with glass.
The majority of the existing homes have replaced wood doors and
replaced with sectional roll up with and without glass. If the City
wants the glass, it is acceptable to them. They tried to move
away from more of the same and yet have a high end product.
These colors are more fitting for today's styles and believe will
provide a successful project. He agrees with the use of multi -pane
windows and glass on the garage doors. The existing houses
probably have leaks at the windows as they are tight a fascia with
no protection for the windows from water damage. They could
tone down the colors used on the awnings. Willing to look at the
modifications requested by staff especially in regard to the colors.
3. Committee Member Cunningham stated this may be the last
project to go through a compatibility review as most are
completed. He asked how the homeowners' association felt about
this project. Mr. Hobbs stated they have had conversations in
regard to price range and square footage. They will be taking the
elevations back to the HOA before going to the Planning
Commission. Committee Member Cunningham asked if the
remaining property was part of this tract. Staff stated it will not
be required to go through a compatibility review as it is not part of
this tract. Committee Member Cunningham stated that in regard
to the colors, he has no objection to the colors proposed, but they
need to be blended with the adjoining homes.
4. Committee Member Cunningham suggested that where Via del Sol
adjoins them, they should use the same colors as what is there.
Then over the next four lots start blending in the new colors.
Then on the other end blend it in the same way. As far as the
architectural details he has no objections either way. The roof
plan works.
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5. Planning Manager Christine di lorio went over the changes
recommended by staff:
a. Condition 2.6.1): Facade windows for Plans 1 and 2
bedroom/offices shall be inset into the building a minimum
of 5.5 inches to 6.0 inches.
b. Condition 2.B.2): Wood lintels shall be replaced with
stucco for the front building facades
C. Condition 2.6.3): Plan 1 B single car garages and entries
shall include notched corner elements.
d. Condition 2.B.4): Delete
e. Condition 2.B.5): All awnings shall be deleted.
f. Condition 2.B.6): Delete.
g. Condition 2.B.7): Delete
h. Condition 2.B.8): Vista del Sol houses shall have the same
color palette. That color palette shall be integrated into the
first five houses on either side of the street on both the
north and south ends of the tract to blend the: colors and
roof tiles with existing homes with the remainder color as
proposed.
i. Condition 2.6.9): Provide an option for decorative windows
insets at the top of the garage door.
j. Condition 2.6.10►: Delete.
k. Condition 2.B.11): Roof pitches shall be 4-in-12.
6. Committee Member Bobbitt asked what type of materials will be
used for the perimeter walls. Mr. Hobbs stated they would be
block to match the existing walls. Staff recommended a different
cap be used. Mr. Hobbs stated they will revise their plans to
match staff's recommendation.
7. Committee Member Bobbitt reviewed the tree list and made a
recommendation as to which ones should be removed.
8. There being no further discussion, it was moved and seconded by
Committee Member Cunningham/Reynolds to adopt Minute Motion
2000-017 recommending approval of Site Development Permit
2000-684 as modified above.
VI. CORRESPONDENCE AND WRITTEN MATERIAL: None
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VII. COMMITTEE MEMBER ITEMS: None
Vill, 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 October 4,
2000. This meeting was adjourned at 11:07 a.m. on September 13, 2000.
Respectfully submitted,
BETTY J. SAWYER, Executive Secretary
City of La Quinta, California
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ARCHITECTURAL AND LANDSCAPING REVIEW COMMITTEE
STAFF REPORT
DATE:
CASE NO.:
APPLICANT:
REQUEST:
LOCATION:
BACKGROUND:
OCTOBER 4, 2000
BRUCE CATHCART, JIM CATHCART
LA QUINTA PALMS REALTY
FUNDING REQUEST, COMMERCIAL PROPERTY IMPROVEMENT
PROGRAM
WEST SIDE OF EISENHOWER AT TERMINUS OF CALLE TAMPICO
(51-001 EISENHOWER DRIVE)
As the ALRC is aware, the City of La Quinta Redevelopment Agency (RDA) has
established a Commercial Property Improvement Program (CPIP) to facilitate the
economic and aesthetic improvement of commercial properties within Redevelopment
Project Area No. 1. The attached program description further delineates the program's
goals and procedures (Attachment 1)•
The RDA began accepting CPIP applications on September 11, 2000. Staff has
received seven (7) submittals as of this writing. The application submitted by La
Quinta Palms Realty (Jim and Bruce Cathcart) is one of two that have been deemed
complete at this time (Attachment 2). The proposal, as represented in the application,
is to "restore existing wall texture, roof, wood trim, planters and patio entrance to
original La Quinta Hotel style including sign." More specifically, the applicant proposes
to re -stucco the exterior walls with California Mission finish, replace concrete roof tiles
with an historic La Quinta Mission mortar roof, replace vertical posts supporting front
shade structure, restore plank door and wood sash windows, cover front sidewalk with
Sautillo tiles, and erect a new masonry monument sign and garden walls.
As may be recalled, the ALRC is responsible for evaluating the application, sketches,
and plans based on the funding criteria. It should also be pointed out, however, that
the CPIP determining process is separate from any required planning approvals.
Therefore, although the ALRC may determine a project is eligible for funds, the
applicant may have to process additional planning applications as required by City
codes (e.g. a sign permit) before funding is actually awarded.
Because the CPIP encourages the incorporation of design elements from The Village
at La Quinta: Design Guidelines , a copy of those guidelines is attached for use by the
ALRC (Attachment 3)•
In accordance with the parameters of the program, the ALRC is being asked to score
the Cathcart's application. A minimum score of 70 is required to be eligible for
funding. A copy of a brochure created to provide guidelines on the CPIP, including the
Funding Criteria, is attached which outlines the funding determination process
(Attachment 4). To facilitate scoring of the application, staff has prepared a Funding
Criteria worksheet for use by the ALRC (Attachment 5)• The ALRC may wish to
consider having each member score the application then taking the average to
determine if the applicant receives the minimum 70 point score to be considered for
funding. Alternatively, the ALRC could arrive at a consensus score among all the
members.
If approved by the ALRC, the application will be reviewed by the Community
Development Department for identification of appropriate planning approvals, if any.
After receiving all appropriate City approvals, the La Quinta Redevelopment Agency
will enter into a rebate agreement with the applicant.
The applicant has been made aware of this meeting and has indicated that one or more
persons will be present at the October 4`h ALRC meeting.
Prepared and submitted by:
Britt W. Wilson, Management Analyst
City Manager's Office
Attachments:
1. La Quinta RDA Commercial Property Improvement Program
2. CPIP application: Bruce/Jim Carthcart, La Quinta Palms Realty
3. The Village at La Quinta: Design Guidelines
4. CPIP Brochure including Funding Criteria section
5. Funding Criteria worksheet
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ATTACHMENT I
LA QUINTA REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
COMMERCIAL PROPERTY IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM
ADOPTED BY THE
LA QUINTA REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
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MAY 16, 2000
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ATTACHMENT 1
LA QUINTA REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
COMMERCIAL PROPERTY IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM
PURPOSE
In order to encourage business enterprises to enhance the economic and aesthetic
potential of their property, the La Quinta Redevelopment Agency (Agency) has
established a Commercial Property Improvement Program (Program). Program
objectives include:
• The rehabilitation of commercial structures to enhance aesthetics, restore historic
features, and extend a building's economic life, and;
Offsetting building improvement costs to facilitate the efforts of creating and
expanding business enterprises.
Grants of up to $15,000 may be available to eligible tenants and business/commercial
property owners. These grants may fund building improvements including new facades,
signs, painting, lighting, parking, and landscaping.
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
Commercial property owner and tenants within La Quinta Redevelopment Project Area
No. 1 are eligible to apply. If the applicant is a tenant, the property owner must provide
written authorization for Program participation.
ELIGIBLE PROJECT COSTS
Grants may fund engineering and architectural design, permits and fees, and exterior
improvement construction costs. Eligible construction elements include:
Exterior Fagade Improvements - Reconstruction or removal and replacement of signs,
awnings/canopies, exterior wall finishes, doors and windows, and decorative roof
treatments to the entrance and visible sides of the building. Exterior fagade
improvements will require the removal of old, obsolete, and/or non -conforming signs.
Site Improvements - Reconstruction and/or expansion of parking lots, sidewalks,
landscaping and irrigation systems, exterior lighting, and other improvements that
enhance the property's general appearance.
Demolition - Removal of structurally unsound or non -conforming structures.
Other Improvements - Electrical and plumbing system upgrades may also qualify when
directly associated with fagade improvements. Agency staff will determine the eligibility
of other capital improvements on a case -by -case basis.
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A licensed contractor must
all work for oroiects costing in excess of
For projects costing $3,000 or less, the applicant or other personnel may pertorm the
work. All applicable City permits must be obtained as well as a City business licens(
DESIGN GUIDELINES
Design guidelines for fagade improvements may include:
• Enhancing the original features of the building, including significant architectural
details;
• Incorporating colors that complement neighboring buildings;
• Utilizing materials suitable to the building style;
• Providing exterior accent features to enhance appearance;
• Using appropriate and creative signage, landscaping, and lighting, and;
• Increasing and/or opening window areas to expose interiors. Care should be
taken to avoid cluttered and poorly designed window treatments.
Properties within the Village of La Quinta are encouraged to incorporate the Village
Design Guidelines design elements.
AVAILABLE FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE
This Program is funded through a combination of Agency tax increment and City
general fund revenue. Applicants will be approved on a first -come, first -served basis,
with the amount of financial assistance determined by the Agency.
All approved grants will require a 10% funding match by the applicant. A maximum of
$15,000 will be allocated to any one property in a given fiscal year.
Approved grant funds may be used to reimburse an applicant for up to $1,000 in
architectural service fees. Subsequent architectural expenses may be matched dollar
for dollar. However, all architectural service costs will be the applicant's responsibility if
the improvements are not constructed per the approved grant.
PROGRAM STEPS
Applicants seeking grant allocations of $3,000 or less are subject to the following
procedures:
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4. The applicant will prepare improvement sketches and preliminary cost a?stimates; the
sketches should identify materials, colors, and other improvement
recommendations.
5. The City' s Architecture and Landscaping Review Committee (ALRC) will review and
approve proposed improvements.
6. The applicant will obtain and submit two (2) quotes/bids for materials subject to
reimbursement consideration.
7. The Agency and applicant will sign a Building Improvement Rebate Agreement
outlining the work to be completed. No work shall commence (other than the initial
design sketches) until the applicant submits an executed Rebate Agreement and all
applicable building permits are obtained.
8. The applicant will obtain all applicable building permits.
9. The applicant is responsible for proiect implementation. The proiect must be started
after the execution of the Rebate Agreement.
10. Upon completion, the applicant must submit K
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Applicants seeking grant applications greater than $3,000 will be subject to the
following procedures:
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1. The applicant will obtain an application and Program description from the Agency.
Applications are available at the Community Development Department located at
City Hall.
2. The applicant will submit a completed application, project description, and current
photos of the subject property.
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3. City staff will meet with the applicant to discuss Program requirements as they
pertain to their specific needs.
4. An architect or design professional will prepare improvement sketches and
preliminary cost estimates; the sketches should identify materials, colors, and other
improvement recommendations.
5. The City, s Architecture and Landscaping Review Committee (ALRC) will review and
approve proposed improvements.
6. If applicable, an architect or design professional will prepare construction drawings.
7. The applicant will obtain three (3) contractor bids.
8. The applicant will submit the construction bids and proof of contractor insurance to
City staff.
9. The Agency and applicant will sign a Building Improvement Rebate Agreement
outlining the work to be completed. No work shall commence (other than the initial
design activities) until the applicant submits an executed Rebate Agreement and the
applicant obtains all applicable building permits.
10.The applicant will obtain all applicable building permits.
11. The applicant is responsible for project implementation. Construction must start
within 90 days from obtaining building permits and be completed within one year
after the execution of the Rebate Agreement.
12. The grant will be funded in three equal payments. P<
amount will be made when construction commences.
the total grant amount will occur when the project is
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13. Upon completion, the applicant must submit photos of the finished project, and proof
of vendor payment and contractor lien releases. City staff will then visit the site to
certify project completion within 15 days after receiving these materials from the
applicant.
14. The applicant will receive the final progress payment upon verification of project
completion. This will occur within 15 days after the site visit and certification of
vendor payments and construction lien releases.
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ATTACHMENT 2
LA QUINTA REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
COMMERCIAL PROPERTY IMPROVEMENT
PROGRAM APPLICATION
Submitted by: Bruce and Jim Cathcart / La Quinta Palms Realty
Property address: 51-001 Eisenhower Dr., La Quinta, CA. 92253
Phone / Fax : (760) 564-4104 / (760) 564-0344
Email: LQPalms@aol.com
Submission date: September 11, 2000
Submitted to: The City of La Quinta Redevelopment Agency
Address: 78-495 Calle Tampico, La Quinta, CA 92253
Phone: (760) 777-7000
Web site: http://www.la-quinta.org
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La Quinta Redevelopment Agency
Commercial Property Improvement Program Application
Applicant Information
Applicant Name: _
Applicant Phone: .
Name of Business:
Mailing Address: _
Business Phone: (760) 564-4104 Business Fax:
Property Owner: Yes: XXX No:
Business Owner: Yes: XXX No:
Project Information
Bruce and Jim Cathcart
(760) 564-4104 ApplicantE-Mail: LQPalms@aol.com
La Quinta Palms Realty
51001 Eisenhower Dr. La Quints, CA. 92253
(760) 564-0344
Business Location: 51001 Eisenhower Dr. La Quints, CA. 92253
Type of Business: Real Estate Sales
Project Goals: To restore the historic features and enhance the
aesthetics of the exterior of the structure and replace existing sign.
Proposed Improvements: Restore existing wall texture, roof, wood grim,
planters and patio entrance to original La Quints Hotel style including sign.
Total Project Cost (please attach cost estimate): In excess of $15,000.00 ("see summary sheet)
Requested Agency Assistance: $15 , 000.00 Applicant Budget Amount: $1, 500.00 -
Description of Applicant Funding Sources: Cash on hand, Valley Independent Bank
Proposed Project Duration: 60 Days, work to commence upon excecution of
Rebate Agreement with the La Quints, Redevelopment Agency.
Attachments
• Two (2) color photographs of the property where improvements will be installed
• Project sketches or plans (based upon funding level)
• Cost estimates
Certification Statements
It the applicant is not the owner of the subject property, the following certification must be completed
by the property owner:
I, , declare under penalty and perjury that I am the owner of
property involved in this application. I acknowledge that only one (1) tenant of the subject property
involved in this application may be awarded program funding in any one (1) given fiscal year.
Signature:
Date:
The following statement must be completed by the applicant and property owner:
Itwe acknowledge the filing of this application and certify that all above information is true and correct
to the best of my/our knowledge and belief. I/we understand that a Building Improvement Rebate
Agreement must be signed and authorized by the La Quinta Redevelopment Agency prior to
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INTRODUCTION
The building located at 51-001 Eisenhower Dr., on the corner of Eisenhower
and Tampico, is one of the original "Casitas" built in the 1930's. This casita (or
"little house") was converted into a Real Estate Sales office in the early 1970's by
Marie Bellows and has been known as "La Quinta Palms Realty" ever since. Bruce
and Jim Cathcart acquired this property in 1983. Over the years portions of this
building have added onto, updated and "modernized" with everything from new
plumbing, electrical, beating and air conditioning as well as keeping up with the new
styles of lighter colors and exterior design changes. Recognizing this building's
location as one of the officially designated gateways to the Village at La Quinta and
the cove residential area, Bruce and Jim Cathcart have always tried to present an
attractive and well maintained appearance, not just because it is good for business,
but also in a show civic pride and in hopes of inspiring others to do the same. If
approved for a grant from the City of La Quintals Redevelopment Agency, the
Cathcarts would like to renovate the exterior fagade of "La Quinta Palms Realty"
by restoring the building with its historic features and replacing the existing sign
and planters with a traditional masonry style monument sign and garden walls.
In addition to the completed Program Application, included in this proposal
is a general project description, several current photos of the subject property as it
exists today as well as photos of the proposed improvements taken at the La Quinta
Hotel and other historic landmarks, a Specifications Sheet that was submitted to
three local General Contractors for competitive bids, A Summary Sheet listing the
Contractor's information and Bid Totals, the individual Contractor Estimates
(totals only based upon our spec. sheets), and Proof of Insurance (when not on file
with the City of La Quinta's Building Department), and a drawing of the monument
sign.
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PROJECT DESCRIPTION
The goal of this project is to restore the building located at 51-001
Eisenhower Dr., La Quinta, CA. to its original, historic colors, textures and roof
design, and to replace the existing sign and railroad tie planters with a more
traditional style masonry monument sign and masonry garden walls capped with
red brick.
To restore the exterior of the building to its original "texture" will require
the entire exterior of the building be re -stuccoed with a white, smooth California
Mission finish. The existing concrete the roof will be replaced with an historic La
Quinta Mission 2 piece / mortar roof and the existing wood trim will be repainted
from its current light beige to a rich dark brown. Prior to painting, three large
posts will be replaced and the original plank wood door will be "restored" by
sanding, patching and filling, and refinishing. Additionally, the original single pane
wood framed windows will be "restored" by sanding, patching and filling, reglazing,
and refinishing with a dark brown finish. Finally, the covered entry (patio) floor,
currently just painted concrete, will be covered in super Sautillo tiles.
The existing sign and railroad tie planters will be removed. A new masonry
monument sign and masonry wall planter, though slightly smaller, will be
reinstalled in the same location as the original sign. Both the sign and planter will
be finished with the white, smooth Mission finish and capped with red brick. The
remaining railroad ties currently used as planters and borders will also be replaced
with matching white, masonry garden walls also capped with red bricks and the
northern most planter will be similarly bordered.
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Current Existing Sign
and planter
Example of masonry
monument sign — shown
for style only, see
drawings and next photo
for proposed design of
new sign and planters
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Example of design
features for proposed new
sign include white, smooth
mission finish stucco with
red brick cap. Similarly
designed garden walls will
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existing planters shown
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planters to be replaced
with white, smooth
mission finish masonry
garden walls with red
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CONTRACTOR SUMMARY SHEET
CONTRACTOR ESTIMATES/BIDS
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BID SHEET AND WORK SPECIFICATIONS
1. Re -stucco entire existing building using a smooth, California Mission finish,
Color - Lahabra Products base 100 (white). Include all labor, materials, scaffold,
masking and clean-up.
2. Brown coat and stucco front planter (as built per plan), 55 linear feet of single
course masonry concrete block patio and planter border (two sides) and 48
linear feet of three course masonry concrete block garden wall (one side) using a
smooth, California Mission finish, Color - Lahabra Products base 100 (white).
Include all labor, materials, masking and clean-up.
3. Remove existing roof tile, install one ply 40 Lbs. Felt nailed to sheeting. Stack
new tile and trim on roof, distributing weight evenly. Install ridge boards and
felt over to protect. Install tile to match Old Historic La Quinta two-piece and
mortar. Include all labor, materials, dumpster, clean-up and a five year
warranty.
4. Remove and replace three 611X 6"X 6' D.F wood covered entry support posts.
5. Remove existing sign and railroad tie planter box and railroad ties along front
entry border and garden wall. Install masonry concrete block and red brick cap
per plan for new sign and front planter box. Install 55 linear feet of single
course 8"X 8"X 16" masonry concrete block and red brick cap along existing
covered entry and planter border. Install 48 linear feet of two course 8"X 8"X
16" masonry concrete block and red brick cap along existing patio and planter
border. Include all labor, materials, and clean-up.
6. Remove existing glass from front four windows and restore existing wood frames
by sanding, patching and filling, and refinishing. Reglaze windows with new
glass. Include all labor, materials, and clean-up.
7. Clean, patch and prepare concrete floor at covered front entry. Install
approximately 180 square feet of 12"X 12" Super Sautillo tiles, grout (natural)
and seal. Include all labor, materials, and clean-up.
8. Clean and prepare all wood surfaces for painting. Restore original plank wood
front door by sanding, patching and filling, and prepare for painting. Prime
three new wood entry cover posts and prepare for paint. Paint all exterior wood
surfaces with Glidden Evermore acrylic latex satin paint (or equivalent). Color
to be "Strattford Brown". Include all labor, materials, scaffold, masking and
clean-up.
9. Restore and repair damaged landscaping and irrigation system. Install new
landscaping and irrigation system to front planter. Include all labor, materials,
and clean-up.
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CONTRACTOR'S SUMMARY SHEET
Contractor
Mumbil Inc.
Bill Howard
License #537333
(760) 340-2726
Total Construction
Connie Galati
License #655861
(760)360-8453
Riddell's Home Improvement
Dave Riddell
License #648311
(760)320-8001
Estimate/Bid
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La Quinta, CA. 92253
Re: Bid for work at 51001 Eisenhower Dr., La Quinta, CA.
Dear Bruce and Jim,
Thank you for the opportunity to bid the proposed remodel for your office building.
Please consider this letter my formal bid to do the work outlined in your "Bid Sheet and
Work Specifications" a copy of which is attached. This bid is for only the work specified
on your bid sheet and does not include any plans or building permits. These will be an
extra cost and are to be paid by you at the time of their issuance.
My bid to complete all of the attached work is $16,500.00.
If this price is acceptable to you, we will execute a contract and agree upon a payment
schedule. We should be able to start work immediately. The Insurance policies that you
requested are already on file with the City of La Quinta. Have them call me if they have
any questions.
Thank you again for the opportunity to bid this work for you.
ASincerely, /j
Bill Howard
P.O. Box 10758, Palm Desert, CA 92255-0758
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I.A OVERVIEW 1
I.B GOALS AND GUIDING PRINCIPLES 2
I1. ��/LLAGE AT LA QU/NTA DESIGN GU/DEL 3
II.A. LAND USE 3
II.B. CIRCULATION CONSIDERATIONS 5
1. Vehicle Traffic and Parking 5
2. Pedestrian Movement 8
II.C. SITE AND BUILDING DESIGN 9
1. Building Character 9
2. Site Design and Activity Space 11
II.D. ACCESSORY PROVISIONS 13
1. Streetscape 13
2. Signing 13
3. Lighting/Landscaping 14
REFERENCES 17
APPENDIX 18
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I. INTRODUCTION -
his -document provides a flexible and
positive approach to regulating
development in The Village area.
development within that context
LB. Goals and
Guiding Principles
When looking at The Village, there are
GOAL: Establish The Village at La
several problems which relate primarily to
Quints as a mixed -use
the size of parcels and the existing street
area, providing a wide
patterns in the area. There are a myriad of
range of residential and
lot sizes and configurations, which make it
commercial opportunities.
difficult to apply some of the most basic
zoning standards, such as setback, parking
Principle - Permit a variety of
and lot coverage requirements. In addition,
commercial, residential and lodging uses,
the existing circulation system incorporates
which will promote and serve The Village
jogs, intersections and access situations
area while allowing private forces to dictate
which are not conducive to typical
the extent of market availability for various
property development requiremenu.
uses in the area.
However, site design and development
solutions set forth by these Guidelines can
serve to build on the positive attributes in
GOAL: Promote the presence and
the Village, such as climate, ambiance and
awareness of artistic and
the natural views afforded the area.
cultural influences in The
Village environment.
LA. Overview
Principle - Focus efforts of the Arts In
ver the past several years, there
Public Places Program into The Village
have been numerous discussions
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area.
on many different levels,
involving the City Council and
Principle - Encourage public and private
Planning Commission, City staff, residents,
open spaces which can accommodate
property owners, realtors and business
artistic displays, shows, and similar events.
interests, regarding development potential
in The Village and what the area identity
should be. The common theme continues
GOAL: Create a sense of design,
be one of a village -oriented area that will
scale and place that wX
maintain the quiet seclusion of the
lend itself to The village
mountain surroundings and the friendly
environment.
atmosphere, while encouraging business
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Principle - Provide for active and passive
pedestrian space, street furniture, traffic
calming techniques and similar methods to
enhance the concept of a Village
environment:
Principle - Prepare building, architecture
and site design guidelines which promote
The Village concept and allow flexibility in
project proposals and staff direction to
applicants in achieving a sense of that
concept.
II. VILLAGE DESIGN
GUIDELINES
II.A. LAND USE
These Land Use Guidelines have been
developed based on La Quints General
Plan policies and other documents as listed
under References.
• The Village area covered by these
Guidelines shall be as shown on
the area map in this document
(Figure 1). Land uses in all zoned
properties within the Guideline
boundary shall be consistent with
these Guidelines to the extent
that they apply, recognizing that
these Guidelines are applicable in
zone districts other than Village
commercial.
Village land uses shall include a
diverse mix of retail, office and
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residential at varying densities
and scale.
• Land uses in The Village shall
include residential mixes, at
densities as set forth by the
General Plan. Uses which are
100% residential are permissible.
In general, residential uses shall
locate above commercial uses in
common buildings, or may be
located in stand-alone multi-
family residential buildings.
• Mixed -use development projects
are defined as commercial
office/retail, along with residential
uses, as part of one project site
or building.
• Retail mixed -use projects are not
subject to any floor/area radc
(F.A.R.) or lot coverage
standards. The intensity of the
commercial component and
residential density shall be
determined on a site -specific
basis, under the Village Use
Permit process.
• Multi -story commercial
retail/office projects shall
generally locate office uses on
upper floors, but will be reviewed
on a site -specific basis.
• Land uses which encourage
entertainment, artistic displays
and other interactive component:
as part of the primary use are
desirable.
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• Village land use patterns will be
encouraged to reflect a sensitivity
to the overall accommodation of
pedestrian activity.
• Compact groupings of shops,
offices and other uses are
encouraged so as to promote
pedestrian mobility and space.
Attached as the Appendix to these
Guidelines are excerpts from various
design documents, which visually represent
some of the concepts referred to.
//. B. C/RCUL4 T/ON
CONS/DfR4 TIONS
Many circulation issues can be directly
related to street improvements and design
criteria that cannot be addressed . in a
generalized planning guidance document.
However, there are many aspects of site
design that can impact circulation patterns
and can be addressed to a certain degree.
1. Vehicle Traffic
and Parking
• Development projects shall
address the feasibility of vacating
unnecessary street and alley
rights -of -way, especially relating
to potential adaptive reuse as
pedestrian and/or bike access,
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on -street parking, etc.
• Right-of-way abandonment and
merger of lots shall be
encouraged and accommodated
where logical and feasible. It is
desirable to create larger blocks
and parcels for siting commercial
and mixed -use proiects, and such
actions taken for traffic purposes
may also have this benefit.
• Both City and private streetscape
projects shall equally consider the
pedestrian and bicycle in any
street improvement and site
planning.
• Streetscape items such as
lighting, benches, bus stops and
shelters, trash receptacles,
bicycle racks, etc., shall be
addressed by .all private and
public development projects.
• Alleys used for vehicles shall be
designated one-way to reduce
traffic conflicts from adjacent
parking areas, deliveries and
through traffic.
• Rights -of -way for Calle Estedo
and Avenida La Fonda, between
Desert Club and Bermudas, shall
be investigated for reduction and
redesign of medians, curbs and
sidewalks to allow better
pedestrian movement and on.
street parking design.
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• Access driveways and
2 pedestrian
intersection configurations such
Movement
as those existing at the bank
building at the intersection of
Ca/le Estado and Avenida
Public and private projects. shall
Bermudas, shall be discouraged.
provide a clear delineation of all. .
pedestrian circulation areas.
• The City shall establish design
standards for special sidewalk
Adequate shading, through
and pedestrian street crossing
landscaping or building design
treatments and materials.
features, for pedestrians along
street frontages as well as
Al/ development projects, public
interior. project areas shall be
and private, shall investigate the
provided.
use of various traffic calming and
pedestrian enhancement
Pedestrian focal points, such as
techniques, such as traffic
community ;gardens, plazas,
chokers, curb bulbs, partial or full
courtyards, piazzas, etc., shall be
street closures, traffic circles,
provided in public and private
etc. as alternatives in developing
projects where deemed
all project improvements in The
appropriate. Consideration shall
be given to existing surroundings
Village.
and the project relationship to the
• off-street parking areas shall not
overall circulation in the vicinity.
be located in the front of
and
Paving accents, interlocking
buildings, but to the rear
sides to allow integratedtear shared
stones/u/es, and other materials
parking areas between structures •
and patterns seat/ be employed in
and open up the street frontage
all Village projects so as to define
to pedestrian access and outdoor
pedestrian zones and spaces, and
activities. Parking areas shall be
maintain separation from vehicle
clustered whenever possible; any
traffic.
off-street parking not provided
be located in
Building frontages along streets
on -site shall
designated City (public) parking
require adequate space for
areas to achieve this.
pedestrian movement, street
furnishings and outdoor spaces,
• Where feasible and appropriate,
but shall also maintain a close
on -street parking may be credited
proximity to pedestrian travel
toward meeting off-street parking
ways.
requirements.
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• Pedestrian links shall be
incorporated in all public and
private development projects.
Linking shall consider the existing
pedestrian environment and
provide for future access
potential
• The City shall consider linking
pedestrian areas created by
private and public projects into a
village -wide system, once
development activity
demonstrates the potential need.
Attached as the Appendix to these
Guidelines are excerpts from various
design documents, which visually represent
some of the concepts referred to.
I/. C. SITE AND
BU/LDING DESIGN
The main focus of the site and building
design portions of these Guidelines is to
promote the element of human scale,
consistent with the objective of creating a
pedestrian environment in The Village.
1. Building
Character
• Building mass and scale shall be
compatible with that of
surrounding structures.
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• Buildings shall be designed with
appropriate architectural variation
and detailing to break up
monotonous building elevations.
Treatments such as graduated
heights, balconies, recessed and
extended building sections,
staggered setbacks, etc. should
be employed.
• Buildings located on comers shall
attempt to orient pedestrian
entryways to the . comer,.
providing an opportunity for a
small entry court or plaza; water
feature location, etc. This also
allows for better intersection
visibility.
• Retail buildings along street
frontages shall be close to the
street and sidewalk areas to
promote window shopping and
streetside activity.
• Commercial
buildings shall be
enhanced
with various
architectural
elements such as
arcades, trellises, porches, bays,
to wers and
balconies, with the
intent of
promoting the
pedestrian environment
• Buildings shall incorporate design
elements that draw in pedestrians
and reinforce street activities,
especially along streets such as
Calle Estado and Avenida La
Fonda.
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Variations in floor levels, steps
and stairs, building faces, roof
forms and other treatments that
help create the appearance of a
smaller project shall be
encouraged.
• Building heights shall gradually
transition between each other. In
order to preserve mountain views
and the intrinsic qualities of The
Village environment, building
height shall not exceed 2 stories.
However, architectural features
integral to the building design and
which contribute to a consistent
building appearance and scale
should be permitted to exceed
any prescribed height limit to a
reasonable extent.
2. Site Design and
Activity Space
As an area that promotes outdoor
activities, proper design of outdoor spaces
is essential to The Village. These spaces .
must provide for both passive and active
outdoor needs, from sitting quietly to
accommodating an art display or outdoor
musical performance.
• Courtyards and other types of
pedestrian. and passive open
space shall be provided when off -
site parking scenarios are
employed.
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• Layout of building sites in The
Village shall consider movement
of pedestrians as significant as
the movement of vehicles.
• Adjacent retail and mixed -use
projects shall consider use of
pedestrian alleys, which can be
used to lure pedestrians to
interior shop areas,plazas,_
courtyards, restaurants, etc.
These can be used effectively to
create a desire to explore a given
space, drawing pedestrians to
different activity areas.
• The site layout for any project
shall demonstrate adequate
capacity for the use envisioned
(e.g., an outdoor cafe will require
greater streetside setback than a
typical retail store); otherwise the
use should not be allowed.
• Water features shall be
incorporated into projects where
appropriate.
• Structures shall be sited to create
internal spaces, with pedestrian
access available from the street
or off-street parking areas.
• Entries info shops and offices
shall access directly to a
pedestrian oriented street or
other pedestrian access; single
access multiple tenant buildings
should be discouraged.
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U.D. ACCESSORY
buildings they relate to, and be in
PROVISIONS
good scale and proportion to the
structures.
1. Streetscape
Village Entry Identification Signs
shall be established at key
• Public and private development
intersection locations around The
projects shall encourage and
Village area, and shall be
facilitate provision of street
supplemented with Village
furnishings, such as bicycle
directional signs where
racks, trash receptacles, benches,
appropriate. The following key
drinking fountains, etc.
intersection locations are
identified.
• Street furniture shall be
appropriately sited and should not
Washington Street and
obstruct or block pedestrian
Calle Tampico
travel, or interfere with sidewalk
Eisenhower Drive and -Celle
businesses.
Tampico
• Avenida Bermudas and 52n0
• The City shall investigate
Avenue
establishing a streetside banner
mast program, to be used for
Additional or alternate locations
announcing and defining the area
may be identified and designated
for special events such as
as may be deemed appropriate.
Mainstreet Marketplace. Street
lighting posts could be used as
Entry and directional signs shall
the banner masts.
be monument type, with indirect
lighting. Sign designs shall
• The formation of a Downtown
incorporate common landscaping
Business Association, which
and design characteristics.
would address issues such as a
business improvement district,
Directional signs shall be in
attraction, retention and other
appropriate proportion to entry
assistance efforts, shall be
sign design.
encouraged.
• Project applications involving
2. Signing
locations will be
required to participate in
required
establishing these signs, in
• Building signs shall be designed
concert with any City or other
as an integral feature of the
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established procedures or
programs in effect at such time.
3. Lighting/
Landscaping
• Lighting shall be maintained at a
low level and limited primarily to
landscaped areas, consistent with
the Outdoor Light Control
Ordinance.
Any building mounted lighting
shall be designed to highlight
building entries, dramatize
specific architectural features and
accentuate light and shadow to
articulate facades.
• Landscaping treatments shall be
provided to enhance architectural
features and to provide shade for
pedestrian and parking areas.
• Continuity of landscape design
shall be maintained between
adjacent developments.
• Standards for tree wells and
street trees shall be prepared and
adopted.
• Where building sites limit the
available planting area, the
placement of trees in parkways
and paved areas shall be
encouraged.
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• Screening of parking areas, utility
boxes, servicing and waste
enclosures, and other unsightly
areas shall be accomplished by
using combinations of
landscaping, vita/is and earthen .
berms. Hearty species shall be,
used to insure year-round
effectiveness.
Attached as . the Appendix to these
Guidelines are excerpts from various
design documents, which visually represent
some of the concepts referred to.
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REFERENCES
• City of Belmont, CA; Design Control District, Belmont Zoning Ordinance, 1996
• City of Downey, CA; General Plan Design Element, 1992
• City of La Quints, CA; Village at La Quinta Specific Plan, SP 87-009, 1988.
• . City of La Verne, CA; General Plan Design Element, 1990
• City of Merced, CA; Merced Village Design Guidelines, 1991
• City of San Bernardino, CA:
- Property Development Standards, Development Code, 1991
- Main Street Overlay District, Development Code, 1991
• City of Seattle, WA; Making Streets That Work, Seattle Engineering Department and the
Office of Planning and Management, May 1996
County of Santa Cruz, CA; Felton Town Plan, 1987
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Peter Calthorpe; The Next American Metropolis: Ecology, Community and the American
Dream, Princeton Architectural Press, 1993
• CSPU Pomona, Department of Urban and Regional Planning, Class
431 /432 Design Studio, conducted by Professor Richard E. Lloyd
Chamber of Commerce, October 1996 to juiy 1997:
. •The Village" Study and Improvement Proposals, April 1997
- Village Impressions: Design Images for La Quinta Village
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for the La Quinta
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APP Ell D IX:
GRAPHIC EXAMPLES OF
DESIGN GUIDELINE REPRESENTATIONS
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Building Design
Multi -level structures include covered
patios on the ground floor and
balconies above. A variety of building
elements can be used to create trellises
for shade on balconies and increase
design appeal. A variety of .
components can be used to create.
different and unusual effects. Wood,
stucco, glass and iron work produce
textures that are interesting and
inviting.
Planter boxes permit landscape
materials to grow just about anywhere.
- Structures are. transformed and
softened with plants.
Window openings should be
proportionate to the buildings, should'
be multi -pained and allow maximum
light at each level.
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Arcade
Stairway at Tlaquepaque
Decorative wooden balcony
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Sidewalk design is important to the success
of the Village. Sidewalks need to provide
comfort, safety and visual stimulation for
pedestrian traffic.
Trees that hang over the sidewalk provide
protection from the hot desert sun. Trees
are also visually interesting and offer a
variety of shades of green and coot
Sidewalk construction should consist of a
combination of diverse textures, materials.
and pancrus. Creative designs and colors
break up the dull image of a regular
concrete sidewalk.
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Streetscape Design
Buildings should be designed to increase activity. Restaurant
and entertainment adjacent to major pedestrian paths inereas
traffic in the Village. Outdoor uses should be encouraged i
the village.
Building frontages are essential to the should be designed to locate high activity
downtown pedestrian character of the village. uses such as restaurants and enteesirtmrnt„
The building should provide openings at adjacent to major pedestrian paths. Outdoor
street level, to allow display windows for uses are especially encouraged along
pedestrians and passing traffic. These large pedestrian paths
windows provide visual interest, and
encourages pedestrian activity. Buildings Minimal parking spaces in front of buildings
ensures a pedestrian friendly atmosphere. .
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Streetscape Design
Street Furniture
There are several kinds of street furniture: benches, drinking
fountains, kiosks, clocks and others. Be careful to locate street
furniture away from crosswalks, curb cuts, fire hydrants,
loading and bus zones. Remember that sidewalks must have
five feet of clear passage to ensure pedestrian safety.
beet used If
The community wants to:
• increase social activity on a street .
• add distinctive features that help identify an area
• provide places to sit or get information (from kiosks or signs)
Street Trees
best used If
• the entire block would like to plant trees along their street
• neighborhood has a plan for the final design of their street
• tree placement does not block existing street lighting _iv
• a neighborhood plan identifies streets that are most appro•
priate for street tree projects
• there is both adequate space for trees and for a minimum _
sidewalk width. \
Flower Planters and Banners
Flower planters are a delightful way to show off a business
district. The use of district -wide `cross -
street! or "pole banners are an effective way to advertise
upcoming events or to identify an area
best used If
• community wishes to add attractive detail to the street
• community would like to create a visual link throughout
entire business district
• community would like to promote an area or special event
• neighborhood consensus favors a consistent planter or
banner program.
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Traffic Calming Techniques
Choker
A choker is a set of two curb bulbs that extend out into the
street. A choker narrows the road, sometimes down to one
lane, and causes motorists to slow when entering and exiting
the street.
^.urb bulbs extend the sidewalk into the street. The bulbs,
rhich may be landscaped, improve pedestrian crossings by
roviding better visibility between pedestrians and motorists,
shortening the crossing distance, and reducing the time that
pedestrians are in the street. Curb bulbs located at the inter-
section also prevent people from parking in a crosawaik or
blocking a curb ramp. Curb bulbs may encourage motorists to
drive more slowly by restricting turning speeds and narrowing
the roadway.
Marked Crosswalks
Curb Bulbs
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Legal crosswalks exist at all intersections, but they are not
always marked by signs or pavement markings. Crosswalks
can be marked at intersections and at midblock locations.
Marked crosswalks alert motorists that they are approaching a
high pedestrian location, and guide pedestrians to a safer
crossing. Crosswalks are usually marked lines, either two .
parallel lines or a ladder —type pattern. They can also be tex-
tured or made of colored concrete. Midblock crosswalks are
accompanied by signs or flashing beacons.
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Pedestrian Refuge Islands
Pedestrian refuges are raised islands in the center of the street
protecting the pedestrian from moving traffic. They allow
pedestrians an opportunity to aces one half of the roadway,
with a safe place to stop before crossing the second half of the
roadway. They are typically constructed at marked crosswalks
either at a midblock location or at an intersection.
Full Street Closure
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A full closure is a physical barrier that closes the street to
motor vehicles. Usually landscaped, a full closure cam be built
to accommodate pedestrians, bicycles and wheelcheirs.
best used U
• street is used as a cut —through routs
• a less restrictive device cannot address concerns
• there is a desire to create a pedestrian place.
Partial Street Closure
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A partial closure is a curb bulb that physically blocks one
direction of traffic at an intersection on an otherwise two-way
street. A temporary partial closure is accomplished through
striping and signs (No Right Tura, No Left Turn, Do Not
Enter).
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Calle Estado/La Fonda:
Schematic Street Plan
Pedestrian
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median - usable
AS pedestrian
promenade
The above plan is a conceptual view based on the existing 100-foot R.O.W. on both
Calle Estado and La Fonda. Travel way, sidewalk, median widths, etc. would be
adjusted based on desired intent for pedestrianlvehicular traffic accommodation,
appropriate City standards and changes in design concept as shown. Planter areas.
fountains, art. pieces and pedestrian walks are some of the improvements which are
contemplated for the central median concept. Angle parking could be incorporated
into such a median, or permitted in lieu of the parallel parking scheme shown here.
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ATTACHMENT 4
COMMERCIAL PROPERTY
IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM
• Enhance aesthetics and restore
historic features.
• Offset building improvement costs.
City of La Quinta Redevelopment Agency
78-495 Calle Tampico
La Quinta, CA 92253
(760) 777-7000
http://www.la-quinta,oig
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PROGRAM GOALS
The La Quinta Redevelopment Agency established the Commercial Property
Improvement Program to encourage and assist businesses with enhancing the
economic and aesthetic potential of their property. Program objectives include:
• The rehabilitation of commercial structures to enhance aesthetics, restore historic
features, and extend a building's economic life.
• Offsetting building improvement costs to facilitate the efforts of creating and
expanding business enterprises.
Grants of up to $15,000 may be available to eligible tenants and business/commercial
property owners. These grants may fund building improvements including new
facades, signs, painting, lighting, parking, and landscaping.
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
Owners and tenants of commercial property within Redevelopment Project Area No. 1
are eligible to apply. Property owner(s) must provide written authorization for
program participation if the applicant is a tenant.
ELIGIBLE PROJECT COSTS
Grants may fund engineering and architectural design, permits and fees, and exterior
improvement construction costs. Eligible construction elements include:
• Exterior Facade Improvements: Reconstruction or removal and replacement of
signs, awnings, canopies, exterior wall finishes, doors and windows, and
decorative roof treatments to the entrance and visible sides of the building(s).
The removal of old, obsolete, and non -conforming signs is required.
• Site Improvements: Reconstruction and/or expansion of parking lots, sidewalks,
landscaping and irrigation systems, exterior lighting, and other improvements that
enhance the general appearance of the property.
• Demolition: Removal of structurally unsound or non -conforming structures.
• Other Improvements: Electrical and plumbing system upgrades may also qualify
when directly associated with facade improvements. The eligibility of other
capital improvements will be examined by Agency staff on a case -by -case basis.
All work must be performed by a licensed contractor. A City business license and all
applicable building permits must be obtained.
AVAILABLE FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE
Applicants will be considered on a first -come, first served basis, with the degree of
financial assistance determined by the Agency. All approved grants will require a
10% funding match by the applicant. A maximum of $15,000 will be allocated to any
one property in a given fiscal year.
Approved grant funds may be used to reimburse an applicant for up to $1,000 in
architectural service fees. Subsequent architectural expenses may be matched dollar
for dollar. However, all architectural service costs will be the applicant's responsibility
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DESIGN GUIDELINES
Design guidelines for fagade improvements include:
• Enhancing the original features of the building, including significant architectural
details.
• Incorporating colors that complement neighboring buildings.
• Utilizing materials suitable to the building style.
• Providing exterior accent features to enhance appearance.
• Using appropriate and creative signing, landscaping, and lighting.
• Increasing and/or opening up window areas to expose interiors. This includes
the avoidance of clutter and poorly designed window treatments.
All eligible properties are encouraged to incorporate design elements as presented in
the Village Design Guidelines.
FUNDING CRITERIA
The City's Architectural and Landscaping Review Committee (ALRC) will score
applications based on the following categories. A range of 0 to 10 will be used for
each category, with 10 as the highest score. The ALRC will then multiply each score
by the category weight, add the results, and normalize over a 0 to 100 range.
Applications with a score greater than 70 will be eligible for program funding.
Categories include:
• Building and Structural Improvements: This includes the reconstruction or
removal and replacement of structurally unsound or non -conforming uses (i.e.
signs), and other improvements that enhance the general appearance of the
subject property (50 points).
• Scale and Quality of Facade Improvements: This may include the reconstruction
or removal and replacement of signs, awningslcanopies, exterior wall finishes,
doors and windows, decorative roof treatments, and landscaping to the entrance
and visible sides of the subject property. Sensitivity to adjacent land uses must
be considered (25 points).
• Stimulation of Private Investment: Proposed improvements must make the
Project Area more attractive and visible to customers, neighboring merchants,
and residents. Special consideration of up to 10 additional points will be
provided for those improvements related to the creation of new businesses, or
the expansion or relocation of existing businesses within the Project Area (10
points).
• Other: This may include improvements related to historic preservation, unique
structural and site design, and the promotion of cultural, educational, and/or
recreational opportunities (10 points).
• Applicant Matching Funds: Applicants may receive up to 5 points for exceeding CJ
the required 10% applicant funding match (5 points).
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PROGRAM PROCEDURES
Applicants seeking
g grant allocations are subject to the following program
procedures. Applicants are encouraged to consult with Agency staff throughout the
process:
The applicant will submit to the Agency a completed application (see rear),
along with a project description and current photos of the subject property.
If the requested funding is less than $3.000. the applicant will prepare
improvement sketches and preliminary cost estimates. If the requested funds
exceed $3,000, an architect or other design professional is required to prepare
the required plans and cost estimates. All sketches and plans must identity
materials, colors, and other related improvement requests.
Upon submittal, completed applications, sketches, and plans will be evaluated
by the ALRC based on funding criteria.
If the requested funding is less than $3,000, the applicant will obtain and submit
two (2) quotes for materials subject to reimbursement consideration. Applicants
requesting funding greater than $3,000 will not be required to submit the quotes
for materials. Instead, the applicant will need to obtain and submit three (3)
contractor bids and proof of contractor insurance.
The Agency and applicant will sign a Building Improvement Rebate Agreement,
outlining the work to be completed. No work will commence (other than the
initial design sketches or plans) until the Agency receives the executed Rebate
Agreement and the applicant obtains all required building permits.
The applicant is responsible for project implementation. The project must be
started within three (3) months and be completed within one (1) year after
execution of the Rebate Agreement.
Applicants requesting funding greater than $3,000 may wish to receive three
equal progress payments. If so, the Rebate Agreement will include three
milestones for payment. The applicant must demonstrate achievement of each
milestone in order to process payment. The first milestone will occur when
construction begins, the second when the project is 50% complete (the Rebate
Agreement will include a description of this requirement), and the third when the
project is certified as complete by staff.
Upon construction completion, the applicant will submit photos of the finished
project and receipt of payment to vendors or contractors. Agency staff will then
visit the site to certify project completion.
The applicant receives the agreed upon funding or final payment once the
Agency grants written certification. 0 5 4
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La Quinta Redevelopment Agency
,s
Commercial Property Improvement Program Application
Applicant Information
Applicant Name:
Applicant Phone:
Applicant E-Mail:
Name of Business:
Mailing Address: _
Business Phone: _ Business Fax: _
Property Owner: Yes: No:
Business Owner: Yes: No:
Project Information
Business Location:
Type of Business: _
Project Goals:
Proposed Improvements:
Total Project Cost (please attach cost estimate):
Requested Agency Assistance: Applicant Budget Amount:
Description of Applicant Funding Sources:
Proposed Project Duration:
Attachments
• Two (2) color photographs of the property where improvements will be installed
• Project sketches or plans (based upon funding level)
• Cost estimates
Certification Statements
If the applicant is not the owner of the subject property, the following certification must be completed
by the property owner:
l , declare under penalty and perjury that I am
the owner of property involved in this application. I acknowledge that only one (1) tenant of the
subject property involved in this application may be awarded program funding in any one (1) given
fiscal year.
Signature: Date:
The following statement must be completed by the applicant and property owner:
I/we acknowledge the filing of this application and certify that all above information is true and correct
to the best of my/our knowledge and belief. I/we understand that a Building Improvement Rebate
Agreement must be signed and authorized by the La Quinta Redevelopment Agency prior to
commencing any work on the project.
Signature: Date:
Signature: Date:
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ATTACHMENT 5
FUNDING CRITERIA WORKSHEET
BUILDING AND STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS:
This includes the reconstruction or removal and replacement of structurally unsound or non-
conforming uses (i.e. signs), and other improvements that enhance the general appearance
of the subject property.
50
Scale 0-10 points x Category Weight = weighted score
SCALE AND QUALITY OF FACADE IMPROVEMENTS:
This may include the reconstruction or removal and replacement of signs, awnings/canopies,
exterior wall finishes, doors and windows, decorative roof treatments, and landscaping to the
entrance and visible sides of the subject property. Sensitivity to adjacent land uses must be
considered.
25
Scale 0-10 points x Category Weight = weighted score
STIMULATION OF PRIVATE INVESTMENT:
Proposed improvements must make the Project Area more attractive and visible to customers,
neighboring merchants, and residents. Special consideration of up to 10 additional points will
be provided for those improvements related to the creation of new businesses, or the
expansion or relocation of existing businesses within the Project Area.
10
Scale 0-10 points x Category Weight = weighted score
OTHER:
This may include improvements related to historic preservation, unique structural and site
design, and the promotion of cultural, educational, and/or recreational opportunities.
10
Scale 0-10 points x Category Weight = weighted score
APPLICANT MATCHING FUNDS:
Applicants may receive up to 5 points for exceeding the required 10% applicant funding
match.
Scale 0-10 points x Category Weight = weighted score
Total of all weighted scores: divide by 10 = (FINAL SCORE)
(70 points required to receive funding)
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ARCHITECTURAL AND LANDSCAPING REVIEW COMMITTEE
STAFF REPORT
DATE:
CASE NO.:
APPLICANT:
REQUEST:
LOCATION:
BACKGROUND:
OCTOBER 4, 2000
N.A.
DAVID CETINA
EL RANCHITO MEXICAN RESTAURANT
FUNDING REQUEST, COMMERCIAL PROPERTY IMPROVEMENT
PROGRAM
SOUTH SIDE OF CALLE ESTADO (78-039 CALLE ESTADO)
This is the second CPIP application that has been deemed complete by staff
(Attachment 1). The proposal, as represented in the application, is for "front patios,
new concrete." Based on the drawings and contractor's estimates in the: applicant's
package, the existing front patio will be removed and replaced with stamped concrete,
a wood patio cover will be installed, and foam and stucco columns will also be
installed. The applicant is also proposing to install a new sign, however, because the
total project costs without the sign well exceed the $15,000 funding limit, the
applicant is not seeking funds for the sign. However, because the sign proposal is
serving as the application -required photo requirement, the sign plans have been
included with the application.
Because the applicant was pursuing this project before the advent of the CPIP, it has
already undergone several City approvals including one by the Historic Preservation
Commission and, at this writing, is scheduled to go to the City Council on October 3,
2000 for consideration.
To facilitate the scoring of this application, a Funding Criteria worksheet is attached
to this staff report (Attachment 2). All other attachments (e.g. CPIP brochure, Village
Design Guidelines) are included within this agenda packet for the other CPIP
application for La Quinta Palms Realty.
If approved by the ALRC, the application will be reviewed by the Community
Development Department for identification of appropriate planning approvals, if any.
After receiving all appropriate City approvals, the La Quinta Redevelopment Agency
will enter into a rebate agreement with the applicant.
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The applicant has been made aware of this meeting and has indicated that he will be
present at the October 4t' ALRC meeting.
Prepared and submitted by:
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City Manager's Office
Attachments:
1 . CPIP application: El Ranchito Mexican Restaurant
2. Funding Criteria worksheet
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Commercial Property Improvement Program Application
Applicant Information
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Description of Applicant Funding Sources: SolmlrlS vv� 5
Proposed Pmjeci Duration:
Attachments
• Two (2) color photographs of the property, where improvements will be installed
• Project sketches or plans (based upon funding level)
• Cost estimates
Certification Statements
If the applicant is not the owner of the subject property, the following certification must be completed
by the property owner
h declare under penalty and perjury that I am the owner of
property involved in this application. I acknowledge that only one (1) tenant of the subject property
involved in this application may be awarded program funding in any one it) given fiscal year.
Signature:
Date:
The following statement must be completed by the applicant and property owner:
IAve acknowledge the filing of this application and certify, that all above information is true and correct
to the best of mylour knowledge and belief. 11we understand that a Building Improvement Rebate
Agreement must be signed and authorized by the La Ouinta Redevelopment Agency prior to
commencing any work on thee! amlect.
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ATTACHMENT 2
FUNDING CRITERIA WORKSHEET
BUILDING AND STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS:
This includes the reconstruction or removal and replacement of structurally unsound or non-
conforming uses (i.e. signs), and other improvements that enhance the general appearance
of the subject property.
Scale 0-10 points x Category Weight = weighted score
SCALE AND QUALITY OF FACADE IMPROVEMENTS:
This may include the reconstruction or removal and replacement of signs, awnings/canopies,
exterior wall finishes, doors and windows, decorative roof treatments, and landscaping to the
entrance and visible sides of the subject property. Sensitivity to adjacent land uses must be
considered.
25
Scale 0-10 points x Category Weight = weighted score
STIMULATION OF PRIVATE INVESTMENT:
Proposed improvements must make the Project Area more attractive and visible to customers,
neighboring merchants, and residents. Special consideration of up to 10 additional points will
be provided for those improvements related to the creation of new businesses, or the
expansion or relocation of existing businesses within the Project Area.
10
Scale 0-10 points x Category Weight = weighted score
OTHER:
This may include improvements related to historic preservation, unique structural and site
design, and the promotion of cultural, educational, and/or recreational opportunities.
Scale 0-10 points x Category Weight = weighted score
APPLICANT MATCHING FUNDS:
Applicants may receive up to 5 points for exceeding the required 10% applicant funding
match.
Scale 0-10 points x Category Weight = weighted score
Total of all weighted scores: divide by 10 = (FINAL SCORE)
(70 points required to receive funding)
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