PCRES 2001-032PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION 2001-032
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION
OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA,
APPROVING REMODELING PLANS AND CHANGE OF
USE FOR A ART GALLERY AND PROFESSIONAL
STUDIO
CASE NO.: VILLAGE USE PERMIT 2001-008
APPLICANT: JOSEPH ROUNAGHI
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission of the City of La Quinta, California,
did on the 131h and 27`h days of March, 2001, hold duly noticed Public Hearings to
consider the request of Joseph Rounaghi for approval of a Village Use Permit to allow
exterior remodeling and change of use for a new art gallery and professional studio on
approximately 0.33 acres located at 51-230 Eisenhower Drive, more particularly
described as:
APN: 773-072-019 (Lot Nos. 9-12, Block #128, SC@VLQ #14);
Portion of Section #1, T6S, R6E, SBBM
WHEREAS, said Village Use Permit has complied with the requirements
of "The Rules to Implement the California Environmental Quality Act of 1970" as
amended (Resolution 83-63) in that the Community Development Department has
determined this Village Use Permit request is categorically exempt from further
environmental review pursuant to Section 15301, Class 1 (a and g) of the Guidelines
for Implementation of the California Environmental Quality Act, as amended
(Resolution 83-63); and
WHEREAS, the Architecture and Landscape Review Committee reviewed
this request at its meeting of March 21, 2001, and on a 3-0 vote, recommended
approval of the applicant's Commercial Property Improvement Program (CPIP) funding
request.
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 make the following Mandatory Findings justify approval of
said Village Use Permit:
A. The project is consistent with the General Plan and Zoning Code in that the use
is permitted in the VC District and has been designed to comply with the
applicable VC District development standards, guidelines, and provisions.
B. This project has been determined to be categorically exempt from California
Environmental Quality Act requirements under Section 15301, Class 1 (a and
g) of the Guidelines for Implementation in that the applicant is remodeling an
existing commercial building and signs.
C. The project will not create conditions materially detrimental to the public health,
safety, and general welfare in that the use will operate in an existing structure
and parking lot that complies with applicable Zoning Code requirements, and be
conducted in concert with applicable environmental and health regulations.
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D. The architectural design of the building with the remodeling, is compatible with
the surrounding uses and quality of design illustrated in the Village at La Quinta
Design Guidelines, as recommended. The proposed fixed glass windows and
doors are similar in design to the existing windows and doors on other
elevations, and the proposed open visibility fencing for the courtyard is visually
attractive.
E. The site design of the project including parking and signing is compatible with
surrounding commercial developments and consistent with Chapters 9.150
(Parking) and 9.160 (Signs) of the Zoning Code.
F. Existing project landscaping provides shading for the building and parking areas
consistent with other commercial facilities in The Village. No new landscaping
improvements are required by this permit.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Planning Commission of
the City of La Quinta, California, as follows:
That the above recitations are true and constitute the Findings of the Planning
Commission in this case; and
2. That it does hereby approve Village Use Permit 2001-008 for the reasons set
forth in this Resolution and subject to the attached conditions.
PASSED, APPROVED, and ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the La
Quinta Planning Commission held on this 271h day of March, 2001, by the following
vote, to wit:
AYES: Commissioners Abels, Butler, Kirk, Tyler, and Chairman Robbins
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
STEVE ROBSI S, Chairman
City of La Quinta, California
ATTEST:
JERMAN, Community Development Director
CitJ of Va Quinta, California
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PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION 2001-032
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL - FINAL
VILLAGE USE PERMIT 2001-008, JOSEPH ROUNAGHI
MARCH 27, 2001
GENERAL
1. The applicant 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 Village Use
Permit. The City shall have sole discretion in selecting its defense counsel.
The City shall promptly notify the applicant of any claim, action or proceeding
and shall cooperate fully in the defense.
2. 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)
• California Water Quality Control Board (CWQCB)
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.
The applicant shall comply with applicable provisions of the City's NPDES
stormwater discharge permit. For projects requiring project -specific NPDES
construction permits, the applicant shall submit a copy of the CWQCB
acknowledgment of the applicant's Notice of Intent prior to issuance of a grading
or site construction permit. The applicant shall ensure that the required Storm
Water Pollution Protection Plan is available for inspection at the project site.
FIRE DEPARTMENT
3. Final conditions will be addressed when building plans are reviewed. All
questions regarding the meaning of this condition should be referred to the Fire
Department Planning and Engineering staff at (760) 863-8886.
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FEES AND DEPOSITS
4. 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.
5. Provisions shall be made to comply with the terms and requirements of the City's
adopted Development Impact Fee program in effect at the time of issuance of
building permits, unless otherwise determined by the Building and Safety
Department.
MISCELLANEOUS
6. Prior to beginning of work authorized by this approval, final working drawings
shall be approved by the Community Development Department including the
following:
A. Building color samples shall be approved by the Community Development
Department prior to being applied.
B. A sign permit shall be obtained.
7. Parking spaces shall be restriped and completed before the business opens.
8. Any major changes to the existing landscaping and irrigation plans shall be
submitted to the Community Development Department for approval.
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