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2004 08 04 ALRCT-i'T 444umrw 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 AUGUST 4, 2004 10:00 A.M. Beginning Minute Motion 2004-023 I. CALL TO ORDER A. Pledge of Allegiance B. Roll Call II. PUBLIC COMMENT This is the time set aside for public comment on any matter not scheduled for public hearing. Please complete a "Request to Speak" form and limit your comments to three minutes. III. CONFIRMATION OF AGENDA IV. CONSENT CALENDAR A. Approval of the Minutes for July 7, 2004. V. BUSINESS ITEMS: A. Item ....................... SITE DEVELOPMENT PERMIT 2004-762 Applicant ................ Westport La Quinta, LP and Pacific Retirement Services Location ................. Northeast and southeast corners of Washington Street and Avenue 50. Request .................. A review of architectural and landscaping plans for a continuing care retirement community providing 216 independent and assisted living units, 18 dementia care beds, and 20 skilled nursing beds on 21 acres. Action .................... Minute Motion 2004- ..,.0 0, 001 ARCHITECTURE AND LANDSCAPING REVIEW COMMITTEE B. Item ....................... Applicant ................ Location ................. Request .................. Action .................... VILLAGE USE PERMIT 2004-024 James Kelly Southwest corner of Desert Club Drive and Calle Barcelona A review of architectural plans to construct a two story office building on 0.4 acres in a Village Commercial District. Minute Motion 2004- VI. CORRESPONDENCE AND WRITTEN MATERIAL VII. COMMITTEE MEMBER ITEMS Vill. ADJOURNMENT DECLARATION OF POSTING I, Betty J. Sawyer, Executive Secretary of the City of La Quinta, do hereby declare that the foregoing agenda for the La Quinta Architectural and Landscaping Review Committee meeting of Wednesday, August 4, 2004, was posted on the outside entry to the Council Chamber, 78-495 Calle Tampico, the bulletin board at the La Quinta Chamber of Commerce, and at Stater Bros. 78-630 Highway 1 1 1, on Friday, July 30, 2004. DATED: July 30, 2004 BETTY J. SAWYER, Executive Secretary City of La Quinta, California 1,V 00- ALRC/AGENDA 4: MINUTES ARCHITECTURE & LANDSCAPING REVIEW COMMITTEE MEETING A regular meeting held at the La Quinta City Hall 78-495 Calle Tampico, La Quinta, CA July 7, 2004 10:00 a.m. CALL TO ORDER A. This meeting of the Architectural and Landscaping Review Committee was called to order at 10:05 a.m. by Planning Manager Director Oscar Orci who led the flag salute. B. Committee Members present: Bill Bobbitt, Frank Christopher, and David Thoms. C. Staff present: Planning Manager Oscar Orci, Associate Planner Greg Trousdell, and Executive Secretary Betty Sawyer. II. PUBLIC COMMENT: None. III. CONFIRMATION OF THE AGENDA: Confirmed. IV. CONSENT CALENDAR: A. Staff asked if there were any changes to the Minutes of June 2, 2004. There being no changes, it was moved and seconded by Committee Members Thoms/Bobbitt to approve the Minutes as submitted. Unanimously approved with Committee Member Christopher abstaining. V. BUSINESS ITEMS: A. Site Development Permit 2004-810; a request of Troche Design for consideration of architectural plans to remodel the guardhouse and access improvements for the La Quinta golf Estates located on Coachella Drive between Eisenhower Drive and Avenida El Nido. 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. G:\WPDOCS\ALRC\7-7-04 WD.doc Architecture and Landscaping Review Committee July 7, 2004 2. Committee Member Thoms asked that the landscape plan be submitted to the Committee for approval. 3. Committee Member Christopher asked about the wall configuration and how it will impact the two adjacent homes. Staff stated the Homeowners' Association is the applicant and it is assumed they have obtained approval of the four adjoining homes that will be impacted. As the applicant is not present at this meeting, staff is unable to know for certain. Unless something is received in writing, it will be up to the Planning Commission to make that determination. 4. Committee Member Bobbitt stated the wood detail and material for the trellis is not stipulated and is a concern to him in regard to the maintenance. The look is attractive, but bougainvillea plants on a trellis are hard to maintain. Both the plant and wood will be a problem. The gatehouse belongs to the HOA and although it will not be seen from Eisenhower Drive he would like them to know they will have maintenance problems. He would like to see a cross section of the planters to see that they are constructed correctly. Also a listing of the proposed trees. 5. Committee Member Christopher noted the end caps of the trellis and building are not defined as to how they will be tied together. In totality there seems to be a lot of issues that are pertinent to this remodel that the Committee should review and see that it is done correctly. Yet, it appears that all the information is not before the Committee for them to make a decision. From Eisenhower Drive you will see the redesign of the fire access gates, but the plans do not show any elevation of the new fire gates, which the public will see. Planning Manager Oscar Orci stated the Fire Department did not want them to make any changes to the fire gates. Committee Member Christopher noted the plans submitted show them moved and set back from their existing position. Staff noted it was their understanding that the existing gates will be retained and only moved back. no4 G:\WPDOCS\ALRC17-7-04 WD.doc 2 Architecture and Landscaping Review Committee July 7, 2004 6. Committee Member Thorns stated the fire gates need to be updated to what is being proposed for the gatehouse remodel. 7. Committee Member Christopher asked if staff knew the materials or colors of the gate. Staff stated the elevations submitted is all that has been received. The Committee can make a recommendation regarding what they want to be used. 8. Committee Bobbitt asked how they could expand the entrance from one lane in each direction to two lanes in each direction. The landscape area noted on the plans in front of the gatehouse is not explained as to whether or not it is a raised planter or a six inch curb. This information should be provided to the Committee. 9. Committee Member Christopher stated he would like to know that the homeowners of the four houses to be affected have been notified and given their input. 10. There being no further questions of the applicant, it was moved and seconded by Committee Members Bobbitt/Christopher to adopt Minute Motion 2004-022 recommending approval of Site Development Permit 2004-810, as recommended by staff and amended: a. Condition added: the landscaping plan shall be submitted for approval by the Committee. b. Condition added: the end caps of the trellis structure and building should be better defined. G. Condition added: the trellis material shall be reviewed and approved by the Committee. It shall consist of a material that will not be a wood timber to withstand the desert weather. d. Condition added: the fire gates shall be upgraded to complement the project. Unanimously approved. VI. CORRESPONDENCE AND WRITTEN MATERIAL: None. t,-J.u,_ 005 GAWPD0CS\ALRC\7-7-04 WD.doc 3 Architecture and Landscaping Review Committee July 7, 2004 VII. COMMITTEE MEMBER ITEMS: None. VIII. ADJOURNMENT: There being no further business, it was moved and seconded by Committee Members Thoms/Bobbitt to adjourn this regular meeting of the Architectural and Landscaping Review Committee to a regular meeting to be held on August 4, 2004. This meeting was adjourned at 10:46 a.m. on July 7, 2004. Respectfully submitted, BETTY J. SAWYER Executive Secretary -_t, 006 G:\WPDOCS\ALRC\7-7-04 WD.doc 4 BI #A ARCHITECTURE AND LANDSCAPE REVIEW COMMITTEE DATE: AUGUST 4, 2004 CASE NO: SITE DEVELOPMENT PERMIT 2003-762 APPLICANTS: WESTPORT LA-QUINTA, LP AND PACIFIC RETIREMENT SERVICES ARCHITECT: ANKROM MOISAN LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT: RONALD GREGORY ASSOCIATES (RGA) REQUEST: REVIEW OF ARCHITECTURAL AND LANDSCAPING PLANS FOR CONTINUING CARE RETIREMENT COMMUNITY PROVIDING 216 INDEPENDENT AND ASSISTED LIVING UNITS, 18 DEMENTIA CARE BEDS AND 20 SKILLED NURSING BEDS ON 21 ACRES LOCATION: NORTHEAST AND SOUTHEAST CORNERS OF WASHINGTON STREET AND AVENUE 50 This item was previously reviewed by the ALRC at the meeting of April 2, 2003. At that time the project involved improvements to the northeast corner of Washington Street and Avenue 50 and consisted of 132 independent, 37 assisted living units and a future skilled nursing facility. At that time the Architecture and Landscape Review Committee (ALRC) reviewed the architectural plans and determined the need to redesign the project (Attachment 1) . Since that time the southeast corner has been added to the project connected by an underground tunnel, the buildings have been completely redesigned, with the skilled nursing and dementia facility designs added. Please review the attached information in preparation for the meeting. The architectural and landscape plans are attached. The proposed detached carports are included in the exhibits. Flat roofed carports are proposed along the north property line to minimize view shed obstructions for the existing residences to the north. A material and exterior color sample board and full scale colored building elevation plans will be available at the meeting. The plans as proposed with a specific plan will meet all applicable setback and other zoning requirements. UL 00 PASTANMESTPORT SENIOR HOUSING\SDP 2002-762 ALRC RPT2.DOC Attachments: 1 . Minutes of the April 2, 2003 ALRC meeting 2. Architectural and landscaping plans Prepared by: Stan Sawa, Principal Planner 0-6 ()i 0 0 E PASTANMESTPORT SENIOR HOUSING\SDP 2002-762 ALRC RPT2.DOC ATTACHMENT 1 Architectural & Landscape Review Comrnittee Minutes Wpril 2, 2003 .1d"emimously approved. C. Site Development Permit 2003-762; a request of Westport la-Quinta LP for review of landscaping plans for a congregate care facility providing 132 independent and 37 assisted living units for the property located at the northeast corner of Washington Street and Avenue 50. 1 . Principal Planner Stan Sawa gave an overview of the project and introduced, Mr. John Garrison, architect for the project, who was available to answer questions on the project. 2. Committee Member Thoms stated he has some issues with the project. He complemented the architect on the concept of the different type of apartments on this site. His issue is with the site plan as it is not appropriate for this site nor for the type of facility it is. He understands the need to have the number of units to make it financially feasible. The north elevation will be especially difficult for the residents to the north. The elevation is boring. The south side, fronting Avenue 50 is no better. This site is highly visible from anyone traveling north on Washington Street and unappealing. It should be more of a village look versus something that looks like an upgraded prison. Therefore he cannot support the project as designed. 3. Committee Member Bobbitt stated the north and south elevations have an appearance of a prison and is too institutional looking. The west elevation is not as bad. He is not sure there will be a site problem for the residents to the north. The north and south elevations do need some variation. He would not have a problem with the project as long as there were some changes made to the north and south elevations. 4. Committee Member Thoms stated the carports are weak and the columns are too spindly. The shape of the pool is too large and should be more "romantic" looking. He does not have a problem with the proposed use of the property, but with the site plan as it should be more friendly. 5. Committee Member Bobbitt asked if the entrance could be revised to allow a traffic flow to the front of the facility from the Avenue 50 access. Mr. Garrison stated it was intended to be a secondary access, but it probably could be done. J.:.JU 009 G:\WPDOCS\ARLC\4-2-03.wpd 4 Architectural & Landscape Review Committee Minutes April 2, 2003 I9a 6. Commissioners discussed with staff the options of how the project could be approved with strong recommendations that it be redesigned. 7. There being no further discussion, it was moved and seconded by Committee Members Thoms/Bobbitt to adopt Minute Motion 2003-014, denying Site Development Permit 2003-762, with the following recommendations: a. The site plan redrawn to resemble a "village" theme; b. The shape of the swimming pool be changed; and C. The columns holding up the carport be changed. d. The architecture shall provide more articulation on the north and south sides. Unanimously approved. Mk 30331 Amendment #1; a request of Trans West Housing and La Quin a Talante LLC for review of Avenue 50 parkway landscaping plans locate on the north side of Avenue 50, west of Jefferson Street. 1 . Ass iate Planner Greg Trousdell gave an overview of the project and i roduced Geoff McComic, representing the project, who gave a esentation on the project. 2. Committeex/lember Bobbitt stated that if CVWD approves the plant palette,, ee has no issues. He noted some plants that would not do well. 3. Committee Memb r Thoms asked that the textured pavement at the entrance be co inued down to the center of the island and the plant material in\capon nter island should not be staggered because the planter irrow. The height of the entry palms should be staggeredt four feet. The header line for the plant material shouldthe contour of the retention basin. It should reflect what ening in the retention basin. The landscape architect able to modify the ins and outs of the retention basin tore interest to the site. In addition, he would like an additioon try gate posts to be raised to a height of at least tws and tepped back and up one step. G:\WPDOCS\ARLC\4-2-03.wpd 5 mr.• ARCHITECTURE AND LANDSCAPE REVIEW COMMITTEE DATE: AUGUST 4, 2004 CASE NO: VILLAGE USE PERMIT 2004-024 OWNER: JAMES KELLY ARCHITECT: KRISTI W. HANSON, INC. REQUEST: ARCHITECTURAL PLANS TO CONSTRUCT A TWO-STORY, 6354 SQ. FT. OFFICE BUILDING ON 0.4 ACRES IN A VILLAGE COMMERCIAL DISTRICT LOCATION: SOUTHWEST CORNER OF DESERT CLUB DRIVE AND CALLE BARCELONA Please review the attached information for the August 41" meeting. The following is a select listing of the Village at La Quinta Design Guidelines that pertain to this project: A. Entries into shops and offices shall access directly to a pedestrian oriented street or other pedestrian access; single access multiple tenant buildings should be discouraged. B. 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 two 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. C. 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. D. Pedestrian links shall be incorporated in all public and private development projects. E. Buildings located on corners shall attempt to orient pedestrian entryways to the corner, providing an opportunity for a small entry court or plaza, water feature location, etc. REQUEST The applicant is proposing to construct a 6,354 sq. ft. two-story commercial office building using Spanish-themed architectural fenestration. The linear building, made up of two segments, fronts onto Desert Club Drive with parking facilities located on the south and west. The building accommodates four to eight offices and is highlighted by upper level balconies, circular stairways and tower elements. Architectural materials are light colored La Habra stucco exterior walls, multi -colored decorative flower pattern tiles, quadafoles, corbels and wrought iron. A medium brown stain will be applied to wood surfaces. The building has gable (i.e., covered in two-piece Deleo Stonewash — Italian Farmhouse clay tile) and parapet roof design elements up to 29-feet; a tower element is 32' high. Office suites range in size from 1,466 square feet to 1,711 square feet and have inset windows and doors. A three-tier fountain and four benches are planned at the building's breezeway adjacent to the parking lot. Access driveways are planned for each public street serving a 19-stall parking lot. Eight parking spaces on the south side of the site will be covered. Two handicap parking spaces are proposed. Parking areas will be lit using six high-pressure sodium light fixtures. Grading details for the project show the building pads being over one foot higher than the street curb height. A drywell is proposed on the north side of the building to handle parking lot run-off. The existing sidewalk improvements on Desert Club Drive will be removed to accommodate a new on -site covered sidewalk (balconies above) in front of the office suites. Landscape improvements are planned throughout the project; specimen shade trees (Jacaranda and Tipu) are proposed in the parking areas and along both street frontages, accented by palm trees (up to 20' high), 5-gallon shrubs and groundcover. The chosen plant materials are appropriate for this arid climate. Parking areas will be shade by trees or a trellis structure. CONCLUSION: The project has been designed to provide areas for pedestrian access and access to a courtyard plaza. The plaza space, although not at the street intersection, is positioned between each building segment to create a passageway and focal point for the business tenants. Staff supports the building's architecture, materials and landscape concepts. Therefore, staff recommends adoption of a Minute Motion accepting the plans for VUP 2004-024, subject to the following conditions: J.uU 012 The landscape and irrigation plans shall be approved by the Coachella Valley Water District and Riverside County Agriculture Commissioner prior to submittal of the final plans to the Community Development Department, pursuant to Chapter S.13 of the Municipal Code. 2. The design of the carport trellis structure shall be approved by the Community Development Department before working drawings are prepared. The trellis shall be made out of noncombustible materials as approved by the Building and Safety Department Director. d by: ell, Associate Planner Attachment: 1 . Large Architectural Plans (ALRC Members only) .zJ i; ' O1"