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2003 07 02 ALRCTiht 4 4Qu&ro ARCHITECTURE AND LANDSCAPING REVIEW COMMITTEE AGENDA A Regular Meeting to be Held at the La Quinta City Hall Session Room 78-495 Calle Tampico, La Quinta, California JULY 2, 2003 10:00 A.M. Beginning Minute Motion 2003-02b I. CALL TO ORDER A. Pledge of Allegiance B. Roll Call IL 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 Minutes for June 4, 2003. V. BUSINESS ITEMS: A. Item ....................... SITE DEVELOPMENT PERMIT 2003-774 Applicant ................ Michael Shovllin Location ................. 78-902 Highway 111, within the One -Eleven La Quinta Shopping Center Request .................. Review of development plans for a 5,306 square foot restaurant building — Thai Smile Action .................... Minute Motion 2003- B. Item ....................... SITE DEVELOPMENT PERMIT 2003-777 Applicant ................ St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church Location ................. 46-895 Highland Palms Request .................. Review of a conversion3,192 square foot house conversion to a Youth Center Action .................... Minute Motion 2003-_ ex, �001 ARCHITECTURE AND LANDSCAPING REVIEW COMMITTEE C. Item ...................... Applicant :............... Location ................. Request .................. Action .................... VILLAGE USE PERMIT 2003-016 Frank Glynn East side of Avenida Martinez, south of Calle Tampico Review of architectural and landscaping plans for a two story, six unit apartment building. Minute Motion 2003- D. Item ....................... SITE DEVELOPMENT PERMIT 2003-775 Applicant ................ Washington 1 1 1, Ltd. Location ................. Generally bounded by Highway 1 11, Avenue 47, Washington Street and Adams Street Request .................. Review of architectural and conceptual landscaping plans for the second phase of Washington Park Commercial Center. Action .................... Minute Motion 2003- E. Item ....................... CONTINUED - WATER EFFICIENCY ORDINANCE Applicant ................ City of La Quinta Location ................. City-wide Request .................. Review of proposed Water Efficient Landscape Guidelines Action .................... Minute Motion 2003- VI. CORRESPONDENCE AND WRITTEN MATERIAL VII. COMMITTEE MEMBER ITEMS VIII. ADJOURNMENT ALRC/AGENDA . 1., J v 002 MINUTES ARCHITECTURE & LANDSCAPING REVIEW COMMITTEE MEETING A regular meeting held at the La Quinta City Hall 78-495 Calle Tampico, La Quinta, CA June 4, 2003 10:00 a.m. CALL TO ORDER A. This meeting of the Architectural and Landscaping Review Committee was called to order at 10:07 a.m. by Planning Manager Oscar Orci who led the flag salute. B. Committee Members present: Dennis Cunningham, and David Thorns. It was moved and seconded by Committee Members Thoms/Cunningham to excuse Committee Member Bobbitt. C. Staff present: Planning Manager Oscar Orci, Associate; Planners Wallace Nesbit, Greg Trousdell and Martin Magana, and Executive Secretary Betty Sawyer. II. PUBLIC COMMENT: None. III. CONFIRMATION OF THE AGENDA: IV. CONSENT CALENDAR: 1 . Staff asked if there were any changes to the Minutes of April 2, 2003. There being no corrections, it was moved and seconded by Committee Members Cunningham/Thom to approve the Minutes as submitted. V. BUSINESS ITEMS: A. Tentative Tract Map 30138; a request for review of Avenue 52 parkway landscaping plans for the north side of Avenue 52, approximately 0.5 miles east of Jefferson Street. 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. Staff introduced Mr. Dan Jewitt, the applicant, who stated he was available to answer questions. 2. Committee Member Cunningham asked about the entry gates. Staff explained they consisted of tubular metal. .J.uu 003 Architecture and Landscaping Review Committee June 4, 2003 3. Committee Member Thoms asked if the columns were repeated down the street. Staff stated they would be carried down the wall. Committee Member Thorns stated the wall appeared to be boring, lacking enough contrast at the entry. Mr. Jewitt stated the landscaping growth would hide the wall in six months. 4. Committee Member Cunningham concurred that the gates lacked detail, but as they were set back and the planting material would grow and cover the walls, the split: face has been a good wall design for that area. Mr. Jewitt stated the landscaping will carry the look. 5. Committee Member Thorns stated he could not support the perimeter walls or gates for the entry statement as submitted. The gate and wall system need a more contrasting appearance. Mr. Jewitt stated it is consistent with other projects that are within five miles. Committee Member Thorns stated it is not the job of this Committee to design the elements. The gate system and entrance wall are plain. The wrought iron members seem splindly, and it is a weak iron system in appearance. 6. Committee Member Cunningham suggested the top wrought iron member be at three inches and the verticals at two to enhance the look. 7. Committee Member Thorns stated the gates need to be designed; the columns need to be a different finish. 8. There being no further discussion and the members unable to come to a consensus, the following is the recommendation to the Planning Commission: a. Committee Member Cunningham liked the design with the brown slumpstone as he believes the wall blends in with the surrounding developments. As the gate system is set back in from the street, he has no problem with the design. b. Committee Member Thorns does not recommend the design as presented. The gate system is weak in its presentation; the wall system needs a contrasting appearance. 004 G:\WPDOCS\ARLC\6-4-03 WD.doc Architecture and Landscaping Review Committee June 4, 2003 B. Site Development Permit 2003-770; a request of Michael Shovlin for review of development plans for a 10,580 square foot commercial building located on the north side of Highway 1 1 1, 375 feet west of Adams Street within the One Eleven La Quinta Shopping Center. 1. Planning Manager Oscar Orci presented the information contained in the staff report, a copy of which is on file in the Community Development Department. Staff introduced Mr. Dave Smalley, representing the applicant, who gave a presentation on the project. 2. Committee Member Cunningham asked if there were any exit doors on the rear of the building. Mr. Smalley stated they are not noted on the rear elevation. Committee Member Cunningham noted his concern about the view from Highway 1 11 . Mr. Smalley explained the doors are inside the portico and are set back with a column. Committee Member Cunningham asked about the trash enclosure. Mr. Smalley stated there is a beam that will hide most of it. 3. Committee Member Thorns asked if they had tenants for the stores. Mr. Smalley stated there is a pool company and a real estate tenant; no food vendors. Committee Member Thoms noted there appears to be a nice "people space" that would accommodate outdoor seating. He would like to see it further developed for people to use this space. The whole complex is missing "people places". Also, the parking lot landscape islands project out to far and need to be shortened by at least four feet; even the ones at the corners. 4. There being no further questions of the applicant, it Was moved and seconded by Committee Members Thoms/Cunningham to adopt Minute Motion 2003-022 approving Site Development Permit 2003-770, as recommended by staff and amended: a. A condition added to require vines on the trash enclosure; b. People spaces thoughtfully developed; C. Parking islands shortened by at least four feet. Unanimously approved. 005 G:\WPDOCS\ARLC\6-4-03 WD.doc Architecture and Landscaping Review Committee June 4, 2003 C. Site Development Permit 2003-772; a request of the City for review of architectural and landscaping plans for a 20,000 square foot Municipal Library to be located at 78-275 Calle Tampico on the Civic Center Campus. 1. Planning Manager Oscar Orci presented the information contained in the staff report, a copy of which is on file in the Community Development Department. Staff introduced Scott Glasbrock, and Tom Dozci, representing the applicant, who gave a presentation on the project. 2. Committee Member Thorns stated he thought it was a nice project. He is concerned that as nice as the architectural features are, he would suggest replanting the Tipuana Tipu trees that are in front of the building as he thinks it would hide the architecture. He would suggest a low plant that would not hide the detail of the building. He agrees with the date palm, but the site would be more people oriented if the center tree was eliminated and a large Mediterranean fan palm were planted in a raised round planter to act as a wall, with a seat. The landscaping element should be more simple. The standard oleander may be better. The yellow standard oleander would be nice where the architectural detail is plain. 3. Committee Member Cunningham agreed with the comments. The area that has the wrought iron needs to be made to look like it is more a part of the building. When it is working with the building, the idea of not covering the building is important. The combination of architecture is nice and it would be a shame to hide it. Mr. Doczi stated the idea was to have a more sparse planting. 4. Committee Members commended the architect on the: design. 5. Committee member Thoms asked if the Civic Center colors would be included. Mr. Glassbrock showed the color board and indicated where the colors would be used to blend with the Civic Center buildings. 6. Committee Member Cunningham noted the elements that enhanced the project. G:\WPD0CS\ARLC\6-4-03 WD.doc ..4.00, .4. 00` 006 Architecture and Landscaping Review Committee June 4, 2003 7. There being no further questions of the applicant, it was moved and seconded by Committee Members Thoms/Cunningham to adopt Minute Motion 2003-023 approving Site Development Permit 2003-772, as amended: a. Condition added: Remove the center tree from the grove grouping in front of the building and replace with Mediterranean fan palm. Construct a raised pllanter with a rim wide enough to sit on. b. Remove the three Tipuana trees in front of the building. C. In the rear patio area, replace the Mediterranean fan palms with the yellow oleander. Unanimously approved. D. Site Development Permit 2003-771; a request of the Pirest/Vuksic Architects for review of architectural plans for a 1 1,200 square foot office building to be located on Parcels 6 and 7 of the La Quinta Professional Plaza at 47-000 Washington Street. 1. Associate Planner Wallace Nesbit presented the information contained in the staff report, a copy of which is on file in the Community Development Department. Staff introduced Mr. Dave Priest representing the applicant who gave a presentation on the project. 2. Committee Member Thoms noted that although he lives within the Lake La Quinta development he has no real interest in property within 500 feet of this project. Therefore, hie is able to review and comment on the project. 3. Committee Member Cunningham noted this its a project in evolution. The project is different than most complexes in that it is not a complex of theme buildings. The complex has a lot of well designed buildings and this building will add to the complex. The colors will be an interesting aspect over time. 4. Committee Member Thoms stated it will be a nice addition to the site. He asked where the Tenant building will be located. Staff noted there is a parking area between the tvvo buildings and the Tenant building will be to the south of that. '_U6 007 G:\WPDOCS\ARLC\6-4-03 WD.doc Architecture and Landscaping Review Committee June 4, 2003 5. There being no further questions of the applicant, it was moved and seconded by Committee Members Thoms/Cunningham to adopt Minute Motion 2003-024 approving Site Development Permit 2003-771, as recommended. Unanimously approved. E. Site Development Permit 2003-773; a request of California Cove Communities for review of architectural plans for three prototype units within the Greg Norman Course located at the northwest corner of Madison Street and Airport Boulevard. 1. Associate Planner Martin Magana presented the information contained in the staff report, a copy of which is on file in the Community Development Department. Staff introduced Ms. Carol Long, and Mr. Matt Mosie representing the applicant who gave a presentation on the project. 2. Committee Member Cunningham asked if the exterior was smooth stucco. Mr. Mosie stated yes. Committee Member Cunningham stated in this use, the cement tile roof does work as it is a restrained look. 3. Committee Member Thoms asked what was changed from the previous plans. Mr. Mosie stated the courtyard ;space was redesigned in conjunction with the casitas and the ceiling heights are changed. 4. There being no further questions of the applicant, it was moved and seconded by Committee Members Cunningham/Thoms to adopt Minute Motion 2003-025 approving Site Development Permit 2003-773, as recommended. Unanimously approved F. Tentative Tract Map 29323; a request of Cornerstone Developers for a discussion of the landscaping plans for the perimeter tract areas at the northwest corner of Fred Waring Drive and Jefferson Street. 1. Associate Planner Wallace Nesbit presented the information contained in the staff report, a copy of which is on file in the Community Development Department. Staff introduced Mr. Ray Lopez, landscaper and Mr. Joe Swain of Cornerstone representing the project who gave a presentation on the landscaping plan. G:\WPDOCS\ARLC\6-4-03 WD.doc - 1„ O it 008 Architecture and Landscaping Review Committee June 4, 2003 2. Committee Member Cunningham asked if the City had a design for the southwest corner of Jefferson Street and Fred Waring Drive. Staff stated it is in the General Plan, but no specifics have been made. 3. Committee Member Thoms asked if there was to be any landscape contouring. Mr. Swain stated it will be contoured as it is to serve as a retention basin as well. Committee Member Thoms stated this should be different than what is occurring on the side streets. The corner should draw attention to itself. It should have a different visual appearance. From a design standpoint he tends to object to the massive palm trees. He would suggest the walkway curve around the retention basin wiith the palms on either side. 4. The applicants thanked the Committee Members for their direction. G. Water Efficient Ordinance; a request of the City for review of proposed water efficient landscaping guidelines. 1. Planning Manager Oscar Orci presented the information contained in the staff report, a copy of which is on file in the Community Development Department 2. Committee Member Thoms asked who was ultimately in control of what landscaping is approved. Staff stated CVWD reviews the plans to see that they meet their requirements. The City reviews them to see that they meet CVWD requirements and any other elements the City has added. 3. Committee Member Cunningham suggested the guidelines be reviewed by the Building Industry Association members for their comments. 4. Committee Member Thoms stated this City is headed toward the higher standards and he would like to see it continue. Landscaping should be required to be a design and not just plant arrangements. The design should include the standard elements but in such a way that it is a design. <4,0u 009 G:\WPD0CS\ARLC\6-4-03 WD.doc Architecture and Landscaping Review Committee June 4, 2003 5. There being no further questions, it was moved and seconded by Committee Members Cunningham/Thorns to continue discussion regarding Water Efficient Ordinance to the next meeting. Unanimously approved. VI. CORRESPONDENCE AND WRITTEN MATERIAL: None VII. COMMITTEE MEMBER ITEMS: Vill. ADJOURNMENT: There being no further business, it was moved and seconded by Committee Members Cunninghann/Thorns to adjourn this regular meeting of the Architectural and Landscaping Review Committee to a regular meeting to be held on July 2, 2003. This meeting vvas adjourned at 11:58 a.m. on June 4, 2003. Respectfully submitted, BETTY J. SAWYER, Executive Secretary G:\WPDOCS\ARLC\6-4-03 WDA0G 010 Ar"P., ARCHITECTURE AND LANDSCAPE REVIEW COMMITTEE DATE: JULY 2, 2003 CASE NO: SITE DEVELOPMENT PERMIT 2003-774 APPLICANT: MICHAEL J. SHOVLIN, MANAGING MEMBER FOR ONE -ELEVEN LA QUINTA LLC REQUEST: REVIEW OF DEVELOPMENT PLANS FOR A 5,306 SQUARE FEET RESTAURANT BUILDING ON 0.66 ACRES (THAI SMILE) LOCATION: 78-902 HIGHWAY 111 WITHIN THE ONE -ELEVEN LA QUINTA SHOPPING CENTER ARCHITECT: CARL COX, A.I.A. Please review the attached information in preparation for the meeting. The project site is located on the north side of Highway 111, approximately 0.2 miles to the west of Adams Street. The site is a graded pad to the east of the Eisenhower Immediate Care Center, and bounded on the north by an existing parking lot. Highway 111 landscape improvements (i.e., lawn, trees, and shrubs) were installed by the shopping center developer in the early 1990's. The architectural plans use similar materials as the existing buildings in the shopping center in compliance with Specific Plan 89-014, subject to the following conditions being imposed: 1. Provide pedestrian sidewalk access from the proposed parking lot to the existing Highway 111 sidewalk. 2. A wall -mounted metal lattice (10' wide by 8' high) shall be installed on the east side of the building to enhance the blank wall area in a similar fashion to the Starbuck's building site at 78-742 Highway 1 1 1. Vines shall be trained to grow onto the metal structure. As an option to the metal lattice, the applicant may add architectural details to the building to improve its appearance (e.g., stucco moulding details, flush -mounted building columns, etc.). PAGreg T\SDP744 THAI SNIILE\ALRC SDP774 ThaiSmi1e2003.wpd aa_tiuOil The Committee should review the location of the trash enclosures and delivery service area on the north side of the building. It may be appropriate to relocate the trash receptacles to the west side of the parking lot to keep trash trucks from blocking the center's east -west access driveway. Transmitted by: Greg Trousdell, Associate Planner Attachments: 1 . 11 " by 17" Plans (Committee Members Only) P:\Greg T\SDP744 THAI SMILE\ALRC SDP774 Thai Smile2003.wpd O 12 - j_U U 1 ' ARCHITECTURE AND LANDSCAPE REVIEW COMMITTEE DATE: JULY 2, 2003 CASE NO.: SITE DEVELOPMENT PERMIT 2003-777 APPLICANT: SAINT FRANCIS OF ASSISI CATHOLIC CHURCH ARCHITECT: ROBERT H. RICCIARDI A.I.A. & ASSOCIATES LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT: RANDY PUMEL, ASLA REQUEST: REVIEW OF ARCHITECTURAL AND LANDSCAPING PLANS FOR A 3,912 SQUARE FOOT YOUTH CENTER LOCATION: 46-895 HIGHLAND PALMS DRIVE Honorable Chairman and Members of the Architecture and Landscape Review Committee, the applicant is proposing to demolish the existing youth center and replace it with a new 3,912 square foot youth center. The proposed youth center has a modern Spanish/Mediterranean architectural style with tile roofing and earth toned colored stucco. In addition, the applicant proposes 2,732'. square feet of desert -friendly landscape and 5,160 square feet of hardscape area. Please prepare your comments on this proposal for discussion at the meeting. Staff has no issues. Transmitted by: scar W. Orci, Planning Manager P/Oscar/yonthcenter /alrc rpt BI #C ARCHITECTURE AND LANDSCAPE REVIEW COMMITTEE DATE: JULY 2, 2003 CASE NO.: VILLAGE USE PERMIT 2003-016 APPLICANT: FRANK GLYNN, ARCHITECT ARCHITECT: FRANK GLYNN, ARCHITECT REQUEST: ARCHITECTURAL AND CONCEPTUAL LANDSCAPING PLANS FOR A TWO STORY, SIX UNIT APARTMENT BUILDING LOCATION: EAST SIDE OF AVENIDA MARTINEZ, SOUTH OF CALLE TAMPICO Honorable Members of the Architecture and Landscape Review Committee, at the February 5, 2003 meeting, the Committee reviewed this item and approved Minute Motion 2003-005 recommending to the Planning Commission that `Village Use Permit 2003-016 be denied. The Committee indicated (minutes attached) that the applicant should revise the design and address the following: 1 . The architectural style of the building should be redrawn to reflect more of a Village theme; 2. An alternative to wood materials shall be used on the parking structure; and 3. A landscape material palette designed to be more appropriate for the site and exposures. Rather than submit the project to the Planning Commission for consideration, the applicant has redesigned the project and is requesting the Committee's review. Please find attached plans and elevations for your review, comment, and discussion at the meeting. Staff has no issues. Transmitted by: Oscar W. Orci, Planning Manager P/oscar/frank glyn/alrc ipt �_�. 014 Architectural & Landscape Review Committee Minutes February 5, 2003 B. Village U:;e Permit 2003-016; a request of Frank Glynn for review of architecture and landscaping plans for a five unit apartment building located on the east side of Avenida Martinez, south of Calle Tampico. 1 . Principal Planner Fred Baker gave an overview of the project and introduced Mr. Frank Glynn, architect for the project, who gave a presentation on the project. 2. Committee Member Bobbitt stated it is a very boxy looking building. The second floor is all right,. but the profile needs to be enhanced. 3. Committee Member Cunningham stated the projects in La Quinta recently have been improving in style and moving up in quality, recognizing the economics. The Village has sat fora long time and is now beginning to develop into its own. His opinion is that this is standard architecture to house people. We now have an opportunity and he would like to see a design that is more in keeping with where the Village is headed. There is a responsibility now in the Village to improve the architecture that provides shelter as well as makes an architectural statement. This project as designed is not acceptable. Mr. Glynn stated he agrees with everything as stated, however his client has requested this design. With the direction from the Committee, it allows him the opportunity to relay this information to his client to allow him to develop a better looking building. 4. Committee Member Thoms stated he agreed with Committee Member Cunningham. All bare land is an opportunity to develop to the highest quality it can be. 5. Committee Member Bobbitt stated the parking structure appears to be constructed out of wood, he would recommend an alternative material be used that will hold up over time. 6. Committee Member Thorns stated the landscape material is not appropriate in the present locations. 7. There being no further discussion, it was moved and seconded by Committee Members Thoms/Cunningham to adopt Minute Motion 2003-005, denying Village Use Permit 2003-016, directing the applicant to prepare a design that addresses; the following concerns: . ; 015 Gt\WPDOCS\ARLC\2-5-03.wpd 4 Architectural & Landscape Review Committee Minutes February 5, 2003 a.. The architectural style of the building should be redrawn to reflect more of a Village theme; b. An alternative to wood materials shall be used on the parking structure; and C. A landscape material palette designed to be more appropriate for the site and exposures. C. Site Development Permit 2002-759; a request of Sedona Homes, Inc. for review of prototype architecture plans for four residential unit types located northeast of the intersection of Jefferson Street and Avenue 54 within The Hideaway, Tract 29894. 1. Principal Planner Stan Sawa gave an overview of the project and introduced Lance Alcama, representing Sedona Homes, who gave a presentation on the project. 2. Committee Member Bobbitt commended the applicant on his design of the garages. He asked if there was still a requirement for three car garages for three bedroom homes. Staff stated it was no longer required. 3. There being no further discussion, it was moved and seconded by Committee Members Thoms/Bobbitt to adopt Minute Motion 2003-006, approving Site Development Permit 2002-759, as submitted. Unanimously approved. D. Review of the Commercial Property Improvement Program. Debbie Powell, Management Analyst stated that at the January meeting, the Committee asked staff for an overview of the program in regard to the spirit and intent. Staff reviewed the guidelines and found that any business within the Village could apply. There is no stipulation as to whether it has to be a particular size, income, old or new business. There was nothing that precludes a new project or business from applying,. Committee Member Bobbitt stated it was strange to give money to a new business. It seems it should be for the existing older businesses to bring them up to a better quality. Assistant City Manager Mark Weiss stated staff receives several requests for all types and sizes of businesses for economic development. The program was originally designed to facilitate facado and landscaping improvements for the existing Village aruo. I hrough 4, %i)'0('('.\AItLCQ-5-03.wpd 5 '- 016 BI #D ARCHITECTURE AND LANDSCAPE REVIEW COMMITTEE DATE: JULY 2, 2003 CASE NO.: SITE DEVELOPMENT PERMIT 2003-775 APPLICANT: WASHINGTON 111, LTD ARCHITECT: KKE ARCHITECTURE REQUEST: ARCHITECTURAL AND CONCEPTUAL LANDSCAPING PLANS FOR SECOND PHASE OF WASHINGTON PARK COMMERCIAL CENTER INCLUDING: ➢ A 37,300 SQUARE FOOT RETAIL FACILITY; ➢ A 15,000 SQUARE FOOT RETAIL FACILITY; ➢ A 14,000 SQUARE FOOT RETAIL FACILITY; ➢ A 10,000 SQUARE FOOT RETAIL FACILITY; and ➢ A 8,300 SQUARE FOOT RETAIL FACILITY. LOCATION: GENERALLY BOUNDED BY HIGHWAY 111, AVENUE 47, WASHINGTON STREET AND ADAMS STREET Honorable Members of the Architecture and Landscape Review Committee, please find attached plans and elevations for this proposal for your review, comment, and discussion at the meeting. Staff has no issues. Transmitted by: ci Gig_ scar W. Orci, Planning Manager P/oscar/Washingtonpark/alrc rpt 01 / BI #E 4 etP Qum& ARCHITECTURE AND LANDSCAPE REVIEW COMMITTEE DATE: JULY 2, 2003 CASE NO.: ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT 2003-077 APPLICANT: CITY OF LA QUINTA REQUEST: REVIEW OF DRAFT WATER EFFICIENT LANDSCAPING ORDINANCE LOCATION: CITY-WIDE Honorable Chairman and Members of the Architecture and Landscape Review Committee, attached to this report are the draft water efficient landscaping regulations for newly installed and rehabilitated landscapes that wiill coincide with the recently adopted Coachella Valley Water District (CVWD) regulations. In addition to the draft regulations, staff will also provide the public with a suggested landscape palette that will be grouped according to water usage as well as a brochure to assist in the water calculations and plant grouping. In addition, staff proposes to amend the La Quinta Municipal Code Section 9.100.040 (B) to require minimum eight foot tree wells for all non-residential landscaping projects proposing such improvements. This item was discussed at the previous meeting and continued to allow additional review. Please prepare your comments on this proposal for discussion at the meeting. Staff recommends adoption of minute motion recommending the suggested code amendments. Transmitted by: Oscar W. Orci, Planning Manager P/Oscar/landscaping /alcc rpt <J.uU, 0 1 S 8.13.030 "FINAL" VALLEY -WIDE WATER Euru SCAPING MODEL ORDINANCE Sections: 0.00.010 Purpose and intent. 0.00.020 Definitions., 0.00.030 Provisions for new or rehabilitated landscapes. 0.00.040 Provisions for existing landscapes. 0.10.050 Fees for initial review and program monitoring. 0.10.060 Appeals. 0.00.010 Purpose and intent. A. The purpose of this ordinance is to establish effective water efficient landscape requirements for newly installed and rehabilitated landscapes. It is also the intent of this ordinance to implement the requirements of the State of California Water Conservation in Landscaping Act, Statutes of 1990, Chapter 1145 (AB 325). B. It is the intent of the city council to promote water conservation through climate appropriate plant material and efficient irrigation as well as to create a city landscape theme through enhancing and improving the physical and natural environment. 0.00.020 Definitions. The words used in this chapter have the meanings set forth below: A. "Anti -drain valve" or "check valve" means a valve located under a sprinkler head to hold water in the system so it minimizes drainage from the lower elevation sprinkler heads. B. "Application rate" means the depth of water applied to a given area, usually measured in inches per hour. Also known as precipitation rate (sprinklers) or emission rate(drippers/microsprayers) in gallons per hour. C. Applied water" means the portion of water supplied by the irrigation system to the landscape. D. "Automatic controller" means a mechanical or solid-state timer, capable; of operating valve stations to set the days and length of time of a water application. E. `Backflow prevention device" means a safety device used to prevent pollution or contamination of the water supply due to the reverse flow of water from the irrigation system. F. "Conversion faction (0.62)" means a number that converts the maximum applied water allowance from acre -inches per acre per year to gallons per square foot per year. The conversion factor is calculated as follows: (325,851 gallons/43,560 square feet)/l2 inches = (0.62) 325,851 gallons = one acre-foot 43,560 square feet = one acre 12 inches = one foot To convert gallons Per year to 100 cubic feet per year, the common billing unit for water, divide gallons per year by 748. (748 gallons = 100 cubic feet) G. "Ecological restoration project" means a project where the site is intentionally altered to establish a defined, indigenous, historic ecosystem. H. "Effective precipitation" or "usable rainfall" means the portion of total natural precipitation that is used by the plants. Precipitation is not a reliable source of water in the desert. I. "Emitter" means drip irrigation fittings that deliver water slowly from the system to the soil. J. `Established landscape" means the point at which plants in the landscape have developed roots into the soil adjacent to the root. ball. .. P_. 1 ii 0 1 J 8.13.030 K. "Establishment peniod" means the first year after installing the plant in the landscape. L. "Estimated annual applied water use" means the portion of the estimated annual total water use that is derived from applied water. The estimated annual applied water use shall not exceed the maximum applied water allowance. M. "Estimated total water use" means the annual total amount of water estimated to be needed to keep the plants in the :landscaped area healthy. It is based upon such factors as the local evapotranspiration rate, the size of the landscaped area, the types of plants, and the efficiency of the irrigation system. N. "ET adjustment factor" means a factor of 0.6 that, when applied to reference: evapotranspiration, adjusts for plant factors and irrigation efficiency, two major influences upon the amount of water that needs to be applied to the landscape. A combined plant mix with a site -wide average 0.45 is the basis of the plant factor portion of this calculation. The irrigation efficiency for purposes of the ET adjustment factor is 0.75. Therefore, the ET adjustment factor (0.6) __ (0.45/0.75). O. "Evapotranspiration" means the quantity of water evaporated from adjacent soil surfaces and transpired by plants during a specific time. P. "Flow rate" means the rate at which water flows through pipes and valves (gallons per minute or cubic feet per second). Q. "Hydrozone" means a portion of the landscaped area having plants with similar water needs that are served by a valve or set of valves with the same schedule. A hydrozone may be irrigated or nonirrigated. For example, a naturalized area planted with native vegetation that will not need supplemental irrigation once established is a nonirrigated hydrozone. R. "Infiltration rate" means the rate of water entry into the soil expressed as a depth of water per unit of time (inches per hour). S. "Irrigation efficiency" means the measurement of the amount of water beneficially used divided by the amount of water applied. Irrigation efficiency is derived from measurements and estimates of irrigation system characteristics and management practices. The minimum irrigation efficiency for purposes of this chapter is 0.75. Greater irrigation efficiency can be expected from well -designed and maintained systems. T. "Landscape irrigation audit" means a process to perform site inspections, evaluate irrigation systems, and develop efficient irrigation schedules. U. "Landscaped area" means the entire parcel less the building footprint, driveways, nonirrigated portions of parking lots, hardscapes such as decks and patios, and other nonporous areas. Water features are included in the calculation of the landscaped area. V. "Lateral line" means the water delivery pipeline that supplies water to the emitters or sprinklers from the valve. W. "Main line" means the pressurized pipeline that delivers water from the water meter to the valve or outlet. X. "Service line" means the pressurized pipeline that delivers water from the water source to the water meter. Y. "Maximum applied water allowance" means for design purposes, the upper limit of annual applied water for the established landscaped area. It is based upon the area's reference evapotranspiration, the ET adjustment factor, and the size of the landscaped area. The estimated applied water use shall not exceed the maximum applied water allowance. Z. "Mined -land reclamation projects" means any surface mining operation with a reclamation plan approved in accordance with the Surface Mining and Reclamation Act of 1975. 8.13.030 AA. "Mulch" means any material such as gravel, small rocks, pebbles, decorative sand, decomposed granite, bark, straw or other material left loose and applied to the soil surface for the beneficial purpose of reducing evaporation. BB. "Operating pressure" means the manufacturer's recommended pressure at which a system of sprinklers, bubblers, drippers or microsprayers is designed to operate. CC "Overhead sprinkler irrigation systems" means those with high flow rates (pop -ups, impulse sprinklers, rotors, etc.). DD. "Overspray" means the water which is delivered beyond the landscaped area, wetting pavements, walks, structures, or other nonlandscaped areas. EE. "Plant factor" means a factor that when multiplied by reference evapotranspiration, estimates the amount of water used by plants. For purposes of this ordinance, the average plant factor of very low water using plants ranges from 0.01 to 0.10, for low water using plants the range is 0.10 to 0.35, for moderate water using plants the range is 0.35 to 0.60 and for high water using plants, the range is 0.60 to 0.90. FF. "Rain sensing device" means a system which automatically shuts off the irrigation system when it rains. GG. "Record drawing" or "as-builts" means a set of reproducible drawings which show significant changes in the work made: during construction which are usually based on drawings marked up in the field and other data famished by the contractor. HE "Recreational area" means areas of active play or recreation such as sports fields, school yards, picnic grounds, or other areas with intense foot traffic. II. "Recycled water," "reclaimed water" or "treated sewage effluent water" ineans treated or recycled waste water of a quality suitable for nonpotable uses such as landscape irrigation; not intended for human consumption. JJ. "Reference evapotranspiration" or "ETo" means a standard measurement of environmental parameters which affect the water use of plants. ETo is given in inches per day, month., or year, and is an estimate of the evapotranspiration of a large field of cool -season grass that is well watered. Reference evapotranspiration is used as a basis of determining the maximum applied water allowances so that regional differences in climate can be accommodated. For purposes of this ordinance, the following ETo zone map will be used(See attached). KK. "Rehabilitated landscape" means any relandscaping project whose choice of new plant material and/or new irrigation system components is such that the calculation of the site's estimated water use will be significantly changed. The new estimated water use calculation must not exceed the maximum applied water al lowance calculated for the site using a 0.6 ET adjustment factor. LL. "Runoff' means water which is not absorbed by the soil or landscape to which it is applied and flows from the planted area. For example, runoff may result from water that is applied at too great a rate (application rate exceeds infiltration rate), when there is a severe slope or when water is misapplied to hardscapes. MM. "Soil moisture sensing device" means a device that measures the amount of water in the soil. NN. "Soil texture" means the classification of soil based -on the percentage of sand, silt and clay in the soil. 00. "Sprinkler head"means a device which sprays water through a nozzle. PR "Static water pressure" means the pipeline pressure when water is not flowing. QQ. "Station" means an area served by one valve or by a set of valves that operates simultaneously. RR. "Turf' means a surface layer of earth containing mowed grass with its roots. Perennial and Annual Ryegrass are cool season grasses. Hybrid and common Bermuda grass, are warm season grasses. SS. "Valve" means a device used to control the flow of water in the irrigation system. TT. "Water Conservation Concept Statement" means a one -page checklist and a narrative summary of the project. 021 8.13.030 UU. "Water Feature" means any water applied to the landscape for non -irrigation decorative purposes. Fountains, streams, ponds and lakes are considered water features. Water features use more water than efficiently irrigated turfgrass and are assigned a plant factor value of 1.1 for a stationary body of water and 1.2 for a moving body of water. W, "Recreational Turfgrass" means turfgrass that serves as a playing surface for sports and recreational activities. Athletic fields, golf courses, parks and school playgrounds are all examples of areas hosting recreational turfgrass. W W. "Recreational Turfgrass ET adjustment factor" means a factor of 0.82 that, when applied to reference evapotranspiration, adjusts for the additional stress of high traffic on recreational turfgrass and the higher irrigation efficiencies of long range rotary sprinklers. These are the two major influences upon the amount of water that needs to be applied to a recreational landscape. A mixed cool/warm season turfgrass with a seasonal average of 0.7 is the basis of the plant factor portion of this calculation. The irrigation efficiency of long range sprinklers for purposes of the ET adjustment factor is 0.85. Therefore, the ET adjustment factor is 0.82 = 0.7/0.85. Note: Section 65594, Government Code. Reference: Section 65597, Government Code. (Ord. 220 § 1 (Exh. A) (part), 1993) 0.00.030 Provisions for new or rehabilitated landscapes. A. Applicability. 1. Except as provided in subsection (A)(3) of this section, this section shall apply to: a. All new and rehabilitated landscaping for private, public, commercial and governmental development projects that require a permit; and b. Developer -installed landscaping in single-family tracts and multifamily projects. 2. Projects subject to this section shall conform to the provisions in this section. 3. This section shall not apply to: a. Resident homeowner -provided landscaping at single-family residences B. Landscape Documentation Package. 1. Each landscape documentation package shall include the following elements, which are described in subsection C of this section. a. Water conservation concept statement; b. Calculation of the maximum applied water allowance; c. Calculation of the estimated applied water use; d. Calculation of the estimated total water use; e. Landscape design plan; f. Irrigation design plan; g. Grading design plan: h. Soil analysis (optional); i. Certificate of substantial completion. (To be submitted by certified landscape designer, auditor or landscape architect after installation of the project.) 2. Three copies of the landscape documentation package conforming to this chapter shall be submitted to the city. No permit shall be issued until the city reviews and approves the landscape documentation package. :Prior to preparation and submission of the landscape documentation package, the preliminary landscape design shall be approved by the planning commission. 3. A copy of the approved landscape documentation package shall be provided to the property owner or site manager along with the record drawings and any other information normally forwarded to the property owner or site manager. 4. Upon completion of construction, a copy of the water conservation concept statement and the certificate of substantial completion shall be sent by the project manager to the water management specialist of the water district and city/county having jurisdiction. -�.uu 022, 8,13.030 C. Elements of Landscape Documentation Package. 1. Water Conservation. Concept Statement. Each landscape documentation package shall include a cover sheet, referred to as the water conservation statement similar to the following example. It serves as a checklist to verify that the elements of the landscape documentation package have been completed and has a narrative summary of the project. .,J.ou, 02J 8.13.030 SAMPLE WATER CONSERVATION CONCEPT STATEMENT Project Site: Project Landscape Architect/Irrigation Designer/Contractor: Included in this project submittal package are: (Check to indicate completion) Case 1. Maximum Annual Applied Water Allowance: Conventional Landscape: 100 cubic feet/year + Recreational "furfgrass Landscape: 100 cubic feet/year(if applicable) Total Maximum Annual Applied Water Allowance: 100 cubic fee't/year 2. Estimated Annual Applied Water Use by Hydrozone: Turfgrass: __ 100 cubic feet/year Recreational Turfgrass: 100 cubic feet/year Exotic Trees/Shrubs/Groundcovers: 100 cubic feet/year Desert Plants: 100 cubic feet/year Water features_ _ 100 cubic feet/year Other 100 cubic feet/year 3. Estimated Annual Total Water Use: 100 cubic feet/year 4. Landscape Design Plan 5. Irrigation Design Plan 6. Grading Design Plan Soil Chemical .Analysis (optional) Description of Project: (Briefly describe the planning and design actions that are intended to achieve conservation and efficiency in water use.) Date: _ Prepared .a.0u 024 8.13.030 1. The Annual Maximum Applied Water Allowance. a. A project's annual maximum applied water allowance shall be calculated using the following formula: MAWA = (ETo) (0.6) (LA) (0.62) where: MAWA = Maximum applied water allowance (gallons per year) ETo = Reference evapotranspiration (ie 75.0 inches per year) 0.6 = ET adjustment factor LA = Landscaped area (square feet) 0.62 = Conversion factor (to gallons per square foot) b. An example calculation of the annual maximum applied water allowance is: Project site: Landscape area of fifty thousand square feet in Zone #3a of the Coachella Valley ETo Map. MAWA = (ETo) (.6) (LA) (.62) (75.0 inches) (.6) (50,000 square feet) (.62) Maximum applied water allowance = 1,395,000 gallons per year, 1,865 hundred -cubic -feet per year(billing units), 4.28 Acre Feet/Acre per year or 51.4" of water per year. 2. Estimated Annual Applied Water Use. a. The annual estimated applied water use shall not exceed the annual maximum applied water allowance. b. A calculation of the estimated annual applied water use shall be submitted with the landscape documentation package. c. The estimated annual total water use for each hydrozone is calculated from the following formula: EWU (hydrozones) _ ETo) (PF) (HA) (.62)/748 (in 100 cubic feet) (IE) EWU (hydrozone) = Estimated water use (gallons per year) ETo = Reference evapotranspiration (ie. ETo Zone 3a = 75.00 inches per year) PF = Plant factor (see definitions) HA = Hydrozone area (square feet) (,62) = Conversion factor (IE) = Irrigation efficiency (see definitions) 748 = Conversion to billing units (100 cubic feet) 3. Estimated Annual Total Water Use. A calculation of the estimated annual total hydrozone water use shall be submitted with the landscape documentation package. The estimated annual total water use for the entire landscaped area equals the sum of the estimated annual water use (EWU) of all hydrozones in that landscaped area. ..".0 1, 0 2 S 8.13.030 4. Landscape Design Plan. A landscape design plan meeting the following requirements shall be submitted as part of the landscape documentation package. a. Plant Selection and Grouping. i. Any plants may be used in the landscape, providing the estimated annual applied water use recommended does not exceed the maximum annual applied water allowance and that the plants meet the specifications set forth in (ii), (iii) and (iv). ii. Plants having similar water use shall be grouped together in distinct hydrozones. iii. Plants shall be selected appropriately based upon their adaptability to the climate, geologic, and topographical conditions of the site. Protection and preservation of native species and natural areas is encouraged. The planting; of trees is encouraged whenever it is consistent with the other provisions of this chapter. iv. Fire prevention needs shall be addressed in areas that are fire prone. Information about fire prone areas and appropriate landscaping for fire safety is available from the fire marshal. b. Water Features. i. Recirculating water shall be used for decorative water features. c. Landscape Design Plan Specifications. The landscape design plan shall be drawn on project base sheets at a scale that accurately and clearly identifies: i. Designation of hydrozones; ii. Landscape materials, trees, shrubs, groundcover, turf and other vegetation. Planting symbols shall be clearly drawn and plants labeled by botanical name, common name, water use classification, container size, spacing and quantities of each group of plants indicated; iii. Property lines and street names; iv. Streets, driveways, walkways and other paved areas; v. Pools, ponds, water features, fences and retaining walls; vi. Existing and proposed buildings and structures including elevation, if applicable; vii. Location of all overhead and underground utilities. viii.Natural features including but not limited to rock outcroppings, existing trees and shrubs that will remain; ix.Tree staking, plant installation, soil preparation details, and any other applicable planting and installation details; x. A calculation of the total landscaped area; xi. Designation of recreational areas. 5. Irrigation Design Plan. An irrigation design plan meeting the following conditions shall be submitted as part of the landscape documentation package. a. Irrigation Design Criteria. i. Runoff and Overspray. Soil types and infiltration rate shall be considered when designing irrigation systems. All irrigation systems shall be designed to avoid runoff, low -head drainage, overspray, or other similar conditions where water flows onto adjacent property, nonirrigated areas, walks, roadways or structures. Proper irrigation equipment and schedules, including. features such as repeat cycles, shall be used to closely match application rates to infiltration rates therefore minimizing runoff. Special attention shall be given to avoid runoff on slopes and to avoid overspray in planting areas with a width less than ten feet. No overhead sprinkler irrigation systems shall be installed in median strips or islands ii. Irrigation Efficiency. For the purpose of determining the maximum applied water allowance, irrigation efficiency is assumed to be 0.75. Mixed irrigation system types shall be designed, maintained and managed to meet or exceed an average of 0.75 efficiency. ',-r..(j ll - 0 2 6 8.13.030 iii. Equipment. (A) Water Meters. Separate landscape water meters shall be installed for all projects except for single-family homes or any project with a landscaped area of less than twenty five hundred square feet. (B) Controllers. Automatic control systems (solar or electric) shall be required ifor all irrigation systems and must be able to accommodate all aspects of the design. Mechanical irrigation controllers are prohibited. (C) Valves. Plants which require different amounts of water shall be irrigated by separate valves. If one valve is used for a given area, only plants with similar water use shall be used in that area. (D) Anti -drain (check) valves shall be installed in strategic points to prevent low -head drainage. (E) Sprinkler Heads. Heads shall have application rates appropriate to the :plant water use requirements within each control valve circuit. Sprinkler heads shall be selected for proper area coverage, application rate, matched precipitation rate nozzles, operating pressure, adjustment capability and ease of maintenance. (F) Scheduling Aids: Soil Moisture Sensing Devices. It is required that soil moisture sensing devices be installed on all turfgrass sites exceeding 1.0 acres(43,560 square feet) oif planted area. (G) Scheduling Aids: ETo Controllers. It is recommended that ETo controllers tie considered for installation on all sites. (H) Equipment in Publicly Maintained Areas. Irrigation equipment in areas which may or will be maintained by the city shall conform to specifications of the city. (I) Emitters. Emitters shall have application rates appropriate to the plant water use requirements within each control valve circuit. Emitters shall be selected for specific area coverage (individual plants), application rates, operating pressure, adjustment capability and ease of maintenance. b. Recycled Water. i. The installation of recycled water irrigation systems (dual distribution systems) shall be required to allow for the current and future use of recycled water, unless a written exemption has been granted as described in the following subsection ii. ii. Irrigation system:, shall make use of recycled water unless a written exemption has been granted by the water district having jurisdiction, stating that recycled water meeting all 'health standards is not available and will not be available in the foreseeable future. iii. Recycled water irrigation systems shall be designed and operated in accordance with all local and state codes and be applicable to all of the provisions of this ordinance. c. Irrigation Design Plan Specifications. Irrigation systems shall be designed to be consistent with hydrozones. The irrigation design plan shall be drawn on project base sheets. It shall be separate from, but use the same format as, the landscape design plan. The scale shall be the same a:, that used for the landscape design plan. The irrigation design plan shall accurately and clearly identify: i. Location and size of separate water meters for the landscape; ii. Location, type, and size of all components of the irrigation system, including automatic controllers, main and lateral lines, valves, sprinkler heads, moisture sensing devices, rain switches, quick couplers, and backtlow prevention devices; iii. Static water pressure at the point of connection to the water supply; iv. Flow rate (gallons per minute), application rate (inches per hour), and design operating pressure (psi) for each station; v. Recycled water irrigation systems. 6. Grading Design Plan. Grading design plans satisfying the city/county grading ordinance and the following conditions shall be submitted as part of the landscape documentation package. a. A grading design plan shall be drawn on project base sheets. It shall be separate from but use the same format as the landscape design plan. b. The grading design plan shall indicate finished configurations and elevations of the landscaped area, including the height of graded slopes, drainage patterns, pad elevations, and finish grade. 8.13.030 7. Soil Analysis. a. A soil analysis satisfying the following conditions should be submitted as part of the landscape documentation package: i. Determination of soil texture, indicating the available water holding capacity. ii. An approximate soil infiltration rate (either) measured or derived from soil texture/infiltration rate tables. A range of infiltration rates shall be noted where appropriate. iii. Measure of pH and total soluble salts. 12. Certification. a. A licensed landscape architect, designer of record or designated city staff shall conduct a final field observation and shall provide a certificate of substantial completion to the city. The certificate shall specifically indicate that plants were installed as specified, that the irrigation system was installed as designed, and that an. irrigation audit has been performed, along with a last of any observed deficiencies. a. Certification shall be accomplished by completing a certificate of substantial completion and delivering it to the city, to the retail water supplier, and to the owner of record. A sample of such a form, which shall be provided by the city is: Project Site: Project EXAMPLE: CERTIFICATE OF SUBSTANTIAL COMPLETION Project Number: — Preliminary Project Documentation Submitted: (Check indicating submittal) Total Maximum Applied Water Allowance: (100 cubic feet per year) 2. Estimated Applied Water Use by Hydrozone: Turfgrass: __ 100 cubic feet/year Recreational Ti2grass: 100 cubic feet/year Exotic Trees/Shrubs/Groundcovers: 100 cubic feet/year Desert Plants: 100 cubic feet/year Water features: 100 cubic feet/year Other 100 cubic feet/year _ 3. Estimated Total Water Use: (100 cubic feet per year) 4. Landscape Design Plan 5. Irrigation Desilpt Plan 6. Grading Design Plan Soil Analysis (optional) Post -Installation Inspection: (Check indicating substantial completion) A. Plants installed as specified B. Irrigation system installed as designed 2 8.13.030 dual distribution system for recycled water minimum run-off or overspray Project submittal package and a copy of this certification has been provided to owner/manager and local water agency. ,J_.1 O2S 8.13.030 EXAMPLE CERTIFICATE OF SUBSTANTIAL COMPLETION(Page #2) Comments: Uwe certify that work has been installed in accordance with the contract documents: Contractor Signature Date State License Nrunber Uwe certify that based upon periodic site observations, the work has been substantially completed in accordance with the Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance and that the landscape planting and irrigation installation conform with the approved plans and specifications. Landscape Architect Signature Date State License Nu ber or Designer of Record or Designated City Staff Uwe certify that I/we have received all of the contract documents and that it is our responsibility to see that the project is maintained in accordance with the contract documents. Owner Signature Date Note: Authority cited: Section , Government Code. Reference: Section Government Code. •.J 0 H 8.13.030 D. Public Education. 1. Publications. a. The city, county or water district will, upon request, provide information to the public regarding the design, installation, and maintenance of water efficient landscapes. b. Information about the efficient use of landscape water shall be provided to wader users throughout the community. c. The landscape architect will provide a site -specific landscape irrigation package for the homeowner or irrigation system operator. The package will include a set of drawings, a recommended monthly irrigation schedule and a recommended irrigation system maintenance schedule. d. Irrigation Schedules. Irrigation schedules satisfying the following conditions shall be submitted as part of the landscape irrigation package: i. An annual irrigation program with monthly irrigation schedules shall be required for the plant establishment period, for the established landscape, and for any temporarily irrigated areas. The irrigation schedule shall: (A) Include run time (in minutes per cycle), suggested number of cycles per day, and frequency of irrigation for the station; and (B) Provide the amount of applied water (in hundred cubic feet) recommended on a monthly and annual basis. (C) Whenever possible, irrigation scheduling shall incorporate the use of evapotranspiration data such as those from the California Irrigation Management Information System (CIMIS) weather stations to apply the appropriate levels of water for different climates. (D) Whenever possible, landscape irrigation shall be scheduled between 10:00 p.m. and 9:00 a.m. to avoid irrigating during times of high wind or high temperature. e. Maintenance: Schedules. A regular maintenance schedule satisfying the following conditions shall be submitted as part of the landscape documentation package: i. Landscapes shall be maintained to ensure water efficiency. A regular maintenance schedule shall include but not be limited to checking, adjusting, cleaning and repairing equipment; resetting the automatic controller, aerating and dethatching turf areas; replenishing mulch; fertilizing; pruning; and weeding in all landscaped areas. ii. Repair of irrigation equipment shall be done with the originally specified materials or their approved equivalents. 2. Information shall be provided about designing, installing, and maintaining water efficient landscapes. Note: Authority cited: Section , Government Code. Reference: Section (Ord. § 1 (Exh. _) (part), _) 0.00.040 Provisions for existing landscapes. A. Water Management. All existing landscaped areas which exceed 1.0 acre(43,560 square feet), including golf courses, green belts, common areas, multifamily housing, schools, businesses, public works, parks, and cemeteries may be subject to a landscape irrigation audit at the discretion of the water purveyor if the water purveyor has determined that the annual maximum applied water allowance has been exceeded for a minimum of 2 consecutive years. At a minimum, the audit shall be conducted by a certified landscape irrigation auditor and shall be in accordance with the California Landscape Irrigation Auditor Handbook, the entire document which is hereby incorporated by reference. (See Landscape Irrigation Audit Handbook, Department of Water Resources, Water Conservation Office (June, 1990, Version 5.5.) B. Water Waste Prevention. Water waste resulting from inefficient landscape irrigation including run-off, low -head drainage, overspray, or other similar conditions where water flows onto adjacent property, nonirrigated areas, walks, roadways, or structures shall be prohibited. All broken heads and pipes must be repaired within 72 hours of notification. Penalties for violation of these prohibitions shall be established. 31 8.13.030 Note: Authority cited: Section Government Code. Reference: Section Government Code. (Ord. _ § _ (Exh. _) (part), _) 0.00.050 Fees for initial review and program monitoring(Optional). The following fees are deemed necessary to review landscape documentation packages and monitor landscape irrigation audits and shall be imposed on the subject applicant, property owner or designee. A. A landscape documentation package review fee will be due at the time initial project application submission to the planning and development department. B. If a landscape documentation package is not submitted prior to the start of landscape construction work, for those persons required to submit a package, a late submittal fee of twice the review fee shall be required. C. The city council, by resolution, shall establish the amount of the above fees in accordance with applicable law. (Ord. 220 § 1 (Exh. A) (part), 1993) 0.00.060 Appeals. Decisions made by the planning and development director or public works director may be appealed by an applicant, property owner(s), or designee(s) of any applicable project to the planning commission and thereafter the city council by an application in writing to the planning and development director and city clerk of the city council respectively within fifteen days from the date of notification of decision. (Ord. _ § _ (Exh. _) (part), __ 0.00.070 Effective Date. This ordinance will become effective on January 1, 2003. All plans approved. after January 1, 2003 are subject to the provisions of this ordinance. !)32