PCRES 2000-021RESOLUTION 2000-21
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF LA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA, RECOMMENDING
APPROVAL OF AN AMENDMENT TO PERMIT A PARKING
LOT WITHIN THE LA QUINTA RESORT
CASE NO.: SITE DEVELOPMENT PERMIT 97-607, AMENDMENT #1
APPLICANT: KSL DESERT RESORTS, INC.
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission of the City of La Quinta, California,
did on the 25`h day of April, 2000, hold a duly noticed Public Hearing to consider the
request of KSL Desert Resorts for approval of a parking lot, located on the west side
of Avenida Obregon, approximately 380 feet south of Avenida Fernando, more
particularly described as:
Parcel 2 of Proposed Parcel Map 29724
WHEREAS, said Site Development Permit Amendment request has
complied with the requirements of "The Rules to Implement the California
Environmental Quality Act of 1970" in that this Site Permit Amendment request is
categorically exempted from environmental review pursuant to Section 15311, Class
1 1(b), by the Guidelines for Implementation of the California Environmental Quality
Act. and,
WHEREAS, upon hearing and considering all testimony and arguments,
if any of all interested persons desiring to be heard, said Planning Commission did find
the following facts, findings, and reasons to justify approval of Amendment #1 to Site
Development Permit 97-607:
The project, as amended, is consistent with the General Plan because the use
is supporting the operation of the permitted resort and golf courses within the
Specific Plan area.
2. The project, as amended, has been designed to be consistent with the Zoning
Code and applicable Specific Plan, subject to the recommended conditions.
3. Processing and approval of this amended project is in compliance with the
requirements of the California Quality Act in that it is categorically exempted.
4. The architectural design of the project, as amended, is adequate and compatible
materials and colors will be used in the reconstruction of the relocated wall.
5. The site design will be acceptable in that the parking lot is similar in layout to
others along Avenida Obregon.
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Planning Commission Resolution 2000-21
Site Development Permit 97-607, Amendment #1
April 25, 2000
6. The project landscaping will be compatible with the resort provided the citrus
trees and palm tree behind the wall are relocated or replaced as recommended..
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 correct and constitute the findings of the
Planning Commission in this case;
2. That the Planning Commission does hereby recommend approval of an
amendment to Site Development Permit 97-607 to the City Council;
PASSED, APPROVED, and ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the La
Quinta Planning Commission, held on this 25" day of April, 2000, by the following
vote, to wit:
AYES: COMMISSIONERS ABELS, BUTLER, ROBBINS, TYLER, AND CHAIRMAN
KIRK
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
ATTEST:
TOWKIRq Chairman
y of La Quinta, California
RMAN, mmunity Development Director
Quinta,)California
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PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION 2000-21
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL - ADOPTED
SITE DEVELOPMENT PERMIT 97-607, AMENDMENT #1
KSL DESERT RESORTS, INC.
APRIL 25, 2000
GENERAL
The use of this site shall be in conformance with the approved exhibits
contained in Site Development Permit 97-607, Amendment #1, unless
otherwise amended by the following conditions.
2. Amendment #1 permits construction of a 21 parking space lot and eight
additional spaces on or adjacent to Avenida Obregon.
3. The approved Site Development Permit Amendment 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 or beginning of demolition for
installation of the parking. A time extension may be requested as permitted in
the La Quinta Zoning Code Section 9.200.080.
4. 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.
5. Final working drawings for the parking lot and additional spaces, 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 demolition permit by the Building and Safety Department.
6. Prior to the issuance of a demolition, 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
• Coachella Valley Water District (CVWD)
• Imperial Irrigation District (IID)
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PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION 2000-21
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL - ADOPTED
SITE DEVELOPMENT PERMIT 97-607, AMENDMENT #1
KSL DESERT RESORTS, INC.
APRIL 25, 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.
7. The project shall incorporate the latest technology in recycling and other means
of reducing the amount of waste requiring disposal (land filing), during
demolition. Construction, and upon site development/operation.
A) prior to issuance of a demolition/building permit, the applicant shall
provide proof to the Community Development Department that a
recycling company and program has been established for the recycling of
construction/demolition debris.
B) If the applicant can successfully demonstrate that current provisions exist
to meet the requirements of the California Solid Waste Reuse and
Recycling Access Act of 1991, the Community Development Director
may waive, modify, or delete the requirements of this condition.
8. Site and other applicable plans shall be revised pursuant to requirements of the
Historic Preservation Commission prior to issuance of first building permit for
"residential specific plan" units.
9. All applicable conditions of Specific Plan 121 E, Amendment #4, and Tentative
Tract 28545 and 29702, and Parcel Map 29724 shall be met.
10. Exterior walkway lighting shall be provided. Lighting to be low profile and
comply with Municipal Code and not cause annoyance to surrounding
properties. Plan to be approved by Community Development Department prior
to issuance of building permit.
FIRE MARSHAL
1 1 . Fire apparatus roads shall be provided for every building when any portion of the
facility or any portion of an exterior wall of the first story of the building is
located more than 150 feet from fire apparatus access as measured by an
approved route around the exterior of the building or facility. This requirement —
shall be complied with prior to issuance of a building permit.
12. Other requirements of the Fire Marshal shall be determined during the plan
check process.
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PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION 2000-21
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL - ADOPTED
SITE DEVELOPMENT PERMIT 97-607, AMENDMENT #1
KSL DESERT RESORTS, INC.
APRIL 25, 2000
FEES
13. The applicant shall pay the City's established fees for plan checking and
construction inspection. Fee amounts shall be those in effect when the
applicant makes application for plan checking and permits.
14. The applicant shall comply with the terms and requirements of the development
impact fee program in effect at the time of issuance of building permits.
MISCELLANEOUS
15. Prior to final map approval of Tentative Tract Map 29702 by the City Council,
the applicant/developer shall demonstrate that all parking facilities required by
Tentative Tract Map 29702 and provided by this approval are guaranteed for a
period of at least as long as the permitted use in accordance with Section
9.150.030 (B 3 a-c) of the Zoning Code.
16. Parking provided by this approval shall be to fulfil the parking requirements for
Tentative Tract 29702 and Tract 28545 (Resort Homes)•
17. Final landscaping and irrigation plans for the area adjacent to the new wall along
Avenida Obregon shall be submitted to the Community Development
Department for approval prior to issuance of the building permit for the wall.
Landscaping to include eleven relocated or new specimen (minimum 60" box
size) citrus trees to replace those removed to install the parking spaces.
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