PCRES 2000-003PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION 2000-003
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF LA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THREE
NEW PROTOTYPE PLANS FOR CONSTRUCTION IN THE
NORMAN GOLF COURSE (TRACT 29848-1)
CASE NO.: SITE DEVELOPMENT PERMIT 99-665
APPLICANT: STEVEN WALKER HOMES
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission of the City of La Quinta, California,
did on the 1 1th day of January, 2000, hold a Public Meeting to consider the request
of STEVEN WALKER HOMES for approval of three new prototype plans in the Norman
Golf Course, located on Royal St. George, more particularly described as:
Portions of Tract 29848-1
WHEREAS, said Site Development Permit has been determined to be
categorically exempt From California Environmental Quality Act Requirements under
Section 15303, Class 3(A) of the Guidelines for Implementation; and,
WHEREAS, the Architecture and Landscape Review Committee, at its
meeting of January 5, 2000, did review the architecture for the proposed prototype
units and recommended approval, subject to conditions.
WHEREAS, at said Public Meeting, said Planning Commission did make
the following findings for said Site Development Permit:
1. This project is consistent with the General Plan in that the proposed single
family residences are allowed within the General Plan designation of low density
single family residential.
2. The project is consistent with the Design Guidelines of Section 9.60.330
(Residential Tract Development Review) of the Zoning Code and Architectural
Guidelines of applicable Specific Plan 90-015, Amendment #2 in that the design
guidelines require a minimum of two different front elevations, varied roof
heights, and window and door surrounds for flat elevation planes. The
proposed units comply with these requirements in that two facades per plan are
proposed, roof heights are varied with the combination of different roofs, and
plaster surrounds are provided where required. The Specific Plan guidelines
dictate architectural themes, exterior color ranges and materials, and design
criteria. The proposed plans are in compliance with these items.
3. This project has been determined to be categorically exempt from California
Environmental Quality Act Requirements pursuant to Section 15303, Class 3(a)
of the Guidelines for Implementation.
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Planning Commission Resolution 2000-003
January 11, 2000
4. The architectural design of the project, including but not limited to the
architectural style, scale, building mass, materials, colors, architectural details,
roof style, and other architectural elements, is compatible with surrounding
development and with the quality of design prevalent in the City in that the
units are compatible with surrounding development to the south and west.
5. The proposed lots for these plans are sufficient in size to accommodate the
prototype units.
6. The prototypical landscaping plans are conditioned to be reviewed and approved
by the ALRC and Planning Commission to ensure they are of high quality and
are consistent with surrounding development.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Planning Commission of the
City of La Quinta, California, as follows:
1. That the above recitations are true and constitute the findings of the Planning
Commission in this case;
2. That it does hereby approve Site Development Permit 99-664 for the reasons
set forth in this Resolution, subject to the Conditions labeled Exhibit "A",
attached hereto;.
PASSED, APPROVED, and ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the La
Quinta City Planning Commission, held on the 11`h day of January, 2000, by the
following vote, to wit:
AYES: Commissioners Abels, Butler, Robbins, Tyler, and Chairman Kirk
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
TO K, Chairman
City of La Quinta, California
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Planning Commission Resolution 2000-003
January 11, 2000
ATTEST:
jY HER AN, Community Development Director
of La inta, California
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PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION 2000-003 EXHIBIT "A"
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL - ADOPTED
SITE DEVELOPMENT PERMIT 99-665
STEVEN WALKER HOMES
JANUARY 11, 2000
1. This approval is for three prototype units (3,995; 3,564; and 3,743 square
feet), for which plans are on file in the Community Development Department.
2. The perimeter walls around lots shall be of masonry construction.
3. Detailed front yard landscaping plans shall be submitted for review and approval
by the ALRC and Planning Commission prior to final inspection of the
residences. The plans require Community Development Department, Coachella
Valley Water District, and Riverside County Agricultural Commission approval
before they will be considered final.
4. Prior to issuance of building permits for any of the units authorized by this
approval, final architectural working drawings shall be approved by the
Community Development Department.
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