PCRES 2000-012PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION 2000-012
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF LA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE
DEVELOPMENT PLANS FOR CONSTRUCTION OF A
COMMERCIAL PAD BUILDING IN PLAZA LA QUINTA,
SUBJECT TO CONDITIONS
CASE NO.: SITE DEVELOPMENT PERMIT 2000-667
APPLICANT: M&H REALTY PARTNERS
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission of the City of La Quinta, California,
did on the 141h day of March, 2000, hold a duly noticed Public Hearing and continued
hearing on the 11 `h day of April, 2000, to consider the request of M&H REALTY
PARTNERS to approve the construction plans for a 6,600 square foot commercial
pad building and addition to Von's market, west of the southwest corner of
Washington Street and Highway 111, within Plaza La Quinta more particularly
described as:
APN: 604-050-016, 009, 010, AND 013
WHEREAS, the Architecture and Landscaping Review Committee, on
March 1, 2000, at a regular meeting, adopted Minute Motion 2000-005,
recommending approval of the architectural and landscaping plans for the new
building, subject to conditions; and,
WHEREAS, at said Public Hearing, upon hearing and considering all
testimony and arguments, if any, of all interested persons wanting to be heard, said
Planning Commission did find the following facts and reasons to justify approval of
said Site Development Permit:
1. Consistency with the General Plan- The General Plan designates the project area
as Community Commercial (with a Non -Residential Overlay)• The proposed
commercial building and addition is consistent with the commercial designation
of the property.
2. Consistency with the Zoning Code- The proposed commercial building is
designed to comply with the Zoning Code requirements, including but not
limited to the 50 foot setback from Highway 111, height limits, parking, lot
coverage, and sign size.
3. Compliance with CEQA- This application is categorically exempt pursuant to
Section 15303, Class 3c, of the Guidelines for Implementation of the California
Environmental Quality Act in that it is for a structure(s) each not exceeding
10,000 square feet in an urban area where all necessary public services and
facilities are available and the surrounding area is not environmentally sensitive.
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Resolution 2000- 012
Site Development Permit 2000-667
April 11, 2000
4. Architectural Design- With the minor recommended changes, the design of the
project, including but not limited to the architectural style, scale, building mass,
materials, colors, architectural details, roof style, and other architectural
elements are compatible with the surrounding development and with the quality
of design prevalent in the city in that the building uses styles, colors, and
materials matching those used in the center.
5. Site Design- With the recommended changes, the site design of the project,
including but not limited to project entries, interior circulation, pedestrian and
bicycle access, pedestrian amenities, screening of equipment and trash
enclosures, exterior lighting, and other site design elements are compatible with
surrounding development and with the quality of design prevalent in the city in
that the site design complies with applicable site design requirements and is
designed to be compatible with the center and surrounding neighborhood. The
plan includes provisions for 16 new parking spaces in the most impacted area
of the center.
6. Landscape Design- Project landscaping, including but not limited to the location,
type, size, color, texture, and coverage of plant materials has been designed so
as to provide relief, complement buildings, visually emphasize prominent design
elements and vistas, screen undesirable views, provide a harmonious transition
between adjacent land uses and between development and open space, provide
an overall unifying influence, enhance the visual continuity of the project, and
complement the surrounding project area, ensuring lower maintenance and
water use.
7. Sign Program- With use of the existing sign program, the building will be
consistent with the intent of the Zoning Code and be in harmony and visually
related to the proposed building and surrounding Plaza La Quinta shopping
center.
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 2000-667 for the reasons
set forth in this Resolution, subject to the Conditions labeled Exhibit "A",
attached hereto;
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Resolution 2000- 012
Site Development Permit 2000-667
April 11, 2000
PASSED, APPROVED, and ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the La
Quinta City Planning Commission, held on the 1 1 ' day of April, 2000, by the following
vote, to wit:
AYES: Commissioners Abels, Butler, Tyler, and Vice -Chairman Robbins
NOES: None
ABSENT: Chairman Kirk
ABSTAIN: None
STEVE ROBBINS, Vice -Chairman
City of La Quinta, California
ATTEST:
HER4AN, Community Development Director
La Quinta, California
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PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION 2000-012
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL - ADOPTED
SITE DEVELOPMENT PERMIT 2000-667
M&H REALTY PARTNERS
APRIL 11, 2000
EXHIBIT "A"
GENERAL
1. The use of this site shall be in conformance with the approved exhibits
contained in Site Development Permit 2000-667, unless otherwise amended by
the following conditions. The site plan expansion of Von's Supermarket is
conceptually approved. The plans for the exterior elevations shall be submitted
to the Planning Commission for approval.
2. The approved Site Development Permit for the commercial pad building shall be
used within one year of the date of approval; otherwise, it shall become null
and void and of no effect whatsoever.
"Used" means the issuance of a building permit. A time extension may be
requested as permitted in the La Quinta Zoning Code Section 9.200.080.
3. The subdivider agrees to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless the City of La
Quinta (the "City"), its agents, officers and employees from any claim, action or
proceeding to attack, set aside, void, or annul the approval of this tentative map
or any final map thereunder. The City shall have sole discretion in selecting its
defense counsel.
The City shall promptly notify the subdivider of any claim, action or proceeding
and shall cooperate fully in the defense.
4. Final architectural working drawings for the buildings, substantially conforming
to this approval, including all revisions required by the permit shall be submitted
to the Community Development Department for approval prior to issuance of a
building permit by the Building and Safety Department.
5. Prior to the issuance of a grading, construction or building permit, the applicant
shall obtain permits and/or clearances from the following public agencies:
• Fire Marshal
• Public Works Department (Grading Permit, Improvement Permit)
• Community Development Department
• Riverside Co. Environmental Health Department
• Desert Sands Unified School District
• Coachella Valley Water District (CVWD)
• Imperial Irrigation District (IID)
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PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION 2000-012
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL - ADOPTED
SITE DEVELOPMENT PERMIT 2000-667
M&H REALTY PARTNERS
APRIL 11, 2000
The applicant is responsible for any requirements of the permits or clearances
from those jurisdictions. If the requirements include approval of improvement
plans, applicant shall furnish proof of said approvals prior to obtaining City
approval of the plans.
6. All letters from utility or service agencies on file in the Community Development
Department shall be complied with.
FIRE MARSHAL
7. Provide or show there exists a water system for the residential units capable of
delivering 1500 gpm for a 2 hour duration at 20 psi residual operating pressure
which must be available before any combustible material is placed on the job
site.
B. The required fire flow shall be available from a Super hydrant(s) (6" x 4" x 2-
1 /2" x 2-1 /2") located not less than 25' or more than 165' from any portion of
the buildings as measured along approved vehicular travel ways.
g. Blue retro-reflective pavement markers shall be mounted on private streets,
public streets and driveways to indicate location of fire hydrants. Prior to
installation, placement of markers must be approved by the Riverside County
Fire Department.
10. Prior to the issuance of a building permit applicant/developer shall furnish one
blue line copy of the water system plans to the Fire Department for review.
Plans shall conform to the fire hydrant types, location and spacing, and the
system shall meet the fire flow requirements. Plans must be signed by a
registered Civil Engineer and the local water company with the following
certification: I certify that the design of the water system is in accordance with
the requirements prescribed by the Riverside County Fire Department".
11. Install a complete fire sprinkler system per NFPA 13. The post indicator valve
and fire department connection shall be located to the front within 50 feet of
a hydrant and a minimum of 25 feet from the building.
12. Install a supervised water flow fire alarm system as required by the
UBC/Riverside County Fire Department and National Fire Protection Standard
72.
13. All fire sprinkler systems, fixed fire suppression systems and alarm plans must
be submitted separately for approval prior to construction. Subcontractors
should contact the fire department Planning and Engineering office for
requirements.
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PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION 2000-012
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL - ADOPTED
SITE DEVELOPMENT PERMIT 2000-667
M&H REALTY PARTNERS
APRIL 11, 2000
14. Install Knox Key Lock boxes, Models 4400, 3200 or 1300, mounted per
recommended standard of the Knox Company. Special forms are available from
this office for the ordering of the Key Switch. This form must be authorized
and signed by this office for the correctly coded system to be purchased.
15. Conditions subject to change with adoption of new codes, ordinances, laws, or
when building permits are not obtained within twelve months of approval.
16. Final conditions will be addressed when the architectural building plans are
reviewed. A plan check fee must be paid to the Fire Department at the time
building plans are submitted.
FEES
17. The applicant shall comply with the terms and requirements of the Development
Impact Program in effect at the time of issuance of building permit.
PUBLIC WORKS
18. The applicant/developer shall remove the existing asphalt handicapped ramp
from the parking area on east side of the proposed building, and if necessary to
maintain required handicap spaces, replace the ramp with an approved concrete
structure.
MISCELLANEOUS
19. Preliminary landscaping and final landscaping, hardscape, and irrigation plans,
substantially conforming to this approval shall be submitted to the Community
Development Department for approval prior to issuance of a building permit by
the Building and Safety Department. Plans shall include a minimum of two 24"
box (minimum 2 inch caliper) on the east side of new building.
20. Prior to issuance of a building permit, the following revisions or notes on the
plans shall be made to the building plans, subject to the approval of the
Community Development Director:
A. The roof tile shall be "mudded" to match that used in the center.
B. Walkways around the building shall match that used in the center.
C. Storefront windows shall use brown wood or similar composite frames,
be multi -paned, and utilize a plaster wall and ledge along the bottom,
similar to that used in the center.
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PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION 2000-012
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL - ADOPTED
SITE DEVELOPMENT PERMIT 2000-667
M&H REALTY PARTNERS
APRIL 11, 2000
21. Materials, colors and plaster finish shall match those used in the multi -tenant
portion of the center.
22. The building shall use the existing sign program to identify the tenants.
23. Prior to issuance of first building permit for tenant improvement, the new
parking area on Pad 7 (11 spaces) shown on the plan next to the Beer Hunter
shall be installed. Final design of entry to spaces shall be approved by Public
Works Department and Community Development Department to ensure safe
ingress and egress.
24. The final Proposed Parking Plan for Plaza La Quinta employees shall be
submitted to the Community Development Department and implemented prior
to issuance of the first tenant improvement plan for construction authorized by
this permit.
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