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PLANNING COMMISSION
AGENDA
A Regular Meeting to be Held at the
La Quinta City Hall Council Chamber
78-495 Calle Tampico
La Quinta, California
JANUARY 13, 2009
7:00 P.M.
**NOTE**
ALL ITEMS NOT CONSIDERED BY 11:00 P.M. WILL BE CONTINUED TO THE NEXT
REGULAR MEETING
Beginning Resolution 2009-001
Beginning Minute Motion 2009-001
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
Approval of the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of December 9, 2008.
V. PUBLIC HEARINGS:
For all Public Hearings on the Agenda, a completed "Request to Speak" form must be
filed with the Executive Secretary prior to the start of the Planning Commission
consideration of that item. The Chairman will invite individuals who have requested the
opportunity to speak, to come forward at the appropriate time.
Any person may submit written comments to the Planning Commission before a public
hearing, may appear and be heard in support of, or in opposition to, the approval of the
project(s) at the time of the hearing. If you challenge any project(s) in court, you may be
limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing or in
written correspondence delivered to the City at, or prior to the public hearing.
A. Item .................. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 2005-094, EXTENSION #1
Applicant........... La Quinta Country Club
Location............ Northeast Corner of Avenue 50 and Eisenhower Drive
Request ............. Consideration of a One -Year Time Extension for Use of
Temporary Modular Clubhouse Facilities While the
Permanent La Quinta Country Club Clubhouse is Being
Constructed.
Action ............... Resolution 2009-
VI. BUSINESS ITEM:
A. Item .................
Applicant..........
Location...........
Request............
Action ...............
SILVERROCK CLUBHOUSE AND SITE PLAN
City of La Quinta Redevelopment Agency
North of Avenue 54, South of Avenue
Jefferson.
Review of Landscape and Site Plan for
Clubhouse.
Minute Motion 2009-
VII. CORRESPONDENCE AND WRITTEN MATERIAL:
A. 2009 Planners Institute
VIII. COMMISSIONER ITEMS:
52, West of
the Silverrock
A. Report on City Council Meeting of December 16, 2008, from
Commissioner Weber.
B. January 20, 2009, Council Meeting Attendee scheduled to be
Chairman Alderson.
C. Response to Commissioner Inquiry on 2009 Joint Council Meeting
Date.
D. Commissioner Attendance Update
E. Correction of Joint ALRC/PC Meeting Date from February 10, 2009,
to February 24, 2009.
IX. DIRECTOR ITEMS:
A. Discussion of Development Application Requirements
X. ADJOURNMENT:
This meeting of the Planning Commission will be adjourned to a Regular Meeting to be
held on January 27, 2009, at 7:00 p.m.
DECLARATION OF POSTING
I, Carolyn Walker, Executive Secretary of the City of La Quinta, do hereby declare that
the foregoing Agenda for the La Quinta Planning Commission meeting of Tuesday,
January 13, 2009 was posted on the outside entry to the Council Chamber, 78-495 Calle
Tampico and the bulletin board at the La Quinta Cove Post Office, 51-321 Avenida
Bermudas, on Friday, January 9, 2009.
DATED: January 9, 2009
CAROLY WALKER, Executive Secretary
City of La Quinta, California
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MINUTES
PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING
A regular meeting held at the La Quinta City Hall
78-495 Calle Tampico, La Quinta, CA
December 9, 2008 7:04 P.M.
CALL TO ORDER
A. This meeting of the Planning Commission was called to order at 7:04
p.m. by Chairman Ed Alderson who asked Commissioner Quill to lead the
flag salute.
B. Present: Commissioners Katie Barrows, Paul Quill, Mark Weber, Robert
Wilkinson, and Chairman Ed Alderson.
C. Staff present: Planning Director Les Johnson, Planning Manager David
Sawyer, Assistant City Attorney Michael Houston, Principal Engineer Ed
Wimmer, Principal Planner Andrew Mogensen and Executive Secretary
Carolyn Walker.
II. CONFIRMATION OF THE AGENDA:
IV. CONSENT CALENDAR:
Chairman Alderson asked if there were any changes to the Minutes of
November 12, 2008 and November 25, 2008. There being no changes, or
corrections, it was moved and seconded by Commissioners Barrows/Wilkinson
to approve the minutes as submitted. Unanimously approved.
V. PUBLIC HEARINGS:
A. Continued — Environmental Assessment 2008-602 and General Plan
Amendment 2008-1 12; a request for consideration of an Amendment of
the La Quinta General Plan Circulation Element, Amending Exhibit 3.3
Street Cross Sections — City Streets, Exhibit 3.5 City Roadway
Classifications, and Exhibit 3.10 the Multi -Purpose Trails Map, located
City-wide.
Chairman Alderson opened the public hearing and asked for the staff
report.
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Principal Planner Mogensen presented the staff report, a copy of which is
on file in the Planning Department.
Commissioner Wilkinson asked about the differences from the old street
profiles to the new. Staff displayed the street cross section slide
showing the modified secondary arterial and collector streets. Staff
stated these all involved Secondary Arterial streets and explained what
the changes were as stated in the staff report.
Planning Director Johnson added information on the modified collector
street. He also said in getting up and over the Bureau Of Reclamation
dike, a matching 74 foot width design is unrealistic and there are
challenges with regards to width of right-of-way and slope easements. It
is not currently being envisioned built at that width, but much narrower.
That determination would be based, at the time of design, and what can
work within that area. The intent is to make sure there are two lanes of
traffic and the ability to have means for a pedestrian crossing.
Commissioner Wilkinson asked if there was currently any firm plans for
traveling over the levee on the 74 foot width or was that wider than
what was currently planned. Planning Director Johnson responded by
saying right now the General Plan shows it is wider, and it is the
standard Secondary Arterial (four -lane road). Staff's intent is to narrow
that down to the minimum necessary in order to get up and over the
dike.
Commissioner Wilkinson said, based on the traffic counts and the lanes
of travel, he didn't quite understand how staff had arrived at this point.
Planning Director Johnson said one of the main reasons was the
developers of the Travertine project requested City staff reconsider the
current General Plan requirements for the streets in that area. A report
was created which included the Travertine and Green Specific Plans,
development activity within Section 5, and other build -out scenarios;
including a post 2020, which is our General Plan build -out. The
information in the 2002 General Plan was basically updated to show
there was not a need to have the secondary arterial, four -lane road
serving this entire area. He then provided information on the current trip
rate, as well as the estimated rate, and explained how staff reached their
decision. He added, however, if the Avenue 62 crossing does not occur
those trips will have to be adjusted somewhere. The majority of those
trips would probably end up being on Madison Street which would have
to accommodate a higher traffic count. That would then change staff's
position on the recommendation for Madison Street. He then explained
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how it would be modified and what would prompt that modification. He
said Principal Planner Mogensen was currently processing the Travertine
Specific Plan Amendment and it still had to go through the entitlement
process. If that Specific Plan were approved, it could reduce the number
of units as well as the traffic count. That case could be before the
Planning Commission sometime next year, but that information could not
be used in this report since it is an application in process. Based on the
staff report, it's identifying that if that crossing did not occur then the
Madison Street traffic volume would warrant a four -lane road.
Commissioner Wilkinson had concerns about the trails, and what was
currently in La Quinta's Sphere of Influence as well as the County. He
asked staff about the Class II bike trails and wondered if they were
compatible, or lined up, with the Vista Santa Rosa trails and easements
as well as being a consideration in the planning of the trails. Staff said,
at this point, it had not been taken into consideration and explained why.
Commissioner Wilkinson said he was concerned about access for fire and
safety personnel and asked if there were alternate locations in case the
plans change. Staff replied no. They had not seen any available
locations other than the three right-of-way locations at Jefferson Street,
Madison Street, and Avenue 62.
Planning Director Johnson said the Bureau of Reclamation process for
approval to cross over the levees and dikes is long and involved and that
is why there is definitely a focus on limiting those access points to
specific locations.
Commissioner Quill said he thought the levee trail had been discussed at
the last meeting, as well as the fact there was a planned trail on top of
the levee already identified. The Coachella Valley Recreation and Parks
District is looking at it and the Bureau of Reclamation is open to those
concepts. He thought the City had considered it advantageous just to
reflect it, in the General Plan, to ensure that it would not be precluded by
the General Plan if it came to fruition. He asked staff if there was any
reason not to do that.
Staff said it would certainly not be precluded, but the Commission had
the option to recommend that it be added at this time. Staff's intention
was to add that with the major update to the General Plan. He added,
ironically, there is a segment that exists right up near Lake Cahuilla that's
on the General Plan, but was not continued south of the Coral Mountain
grouping of mountains. He then went on to describe the segment and
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said the City has spoken with the Coachella Valley Recreation and Parks
District about it, and it was even mentioned in the Bureau of Reclamation
Easement Agreement with Hoffman Land Company. That could
potentially be transferred to the City, at a later date. It recognizes and
acknowledges the fact that we have to accommodate a trail crossing
when Madison Street is built up and over the dike.
Commissioner Quill said there were two significant advantages to
showing it: 1) as the levee goes into the rock, this would ensure there
would be a connecting trail by the mountain irregardless of the Coral
Mountain Specific Plan, and 2) if it is on the General Plan outside entities
would have the opportunity to come to the City and apply for grants.
They would then be able to use the levee as a Class I bike trail. He said
he would like to see that occur now as opposed to waiting for the
General Plan update.
Commissioner Barrows said as a follow-up to Commissioner Quill's
comments, it would be helpful to be able to see the trails proposed from
other entities. She added information on some of the changes which had
been discussed with Gayle Cady regarding access from the east. She
agreed this needed to be added now.
Commissioner Barrows had some concerns over various maps included in
the staff report. Staff went over them and explained what was shown
on each of the pages and why each one was included. Examples were
then given of where the various trails were shown and staff added there
had been some technical difficulties with the maps.
Commissioner Barrows said her concern was with removing portions of
the trails. She pointed out where the trail would be located and noted on
one of the maps, on page 4, it suggested the trail go through the middle
of the Travertine project. Staff replied there was a lot of leeway as to
where the trail was specifically located.
Planning Director Johnson said Page 3 would be the actual exhibit staff
used and the trails were approximate. This was not intended to be exact
in defining those routes.
Commissioner Barrows said she made the assumption, because of
references in the staff report, but she just wanted clarification.
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Commissioner Barrows asked, in reference to the extension of Avenue
62, was staff proposing that it go from a wider street to a modified
collector street. Staff replied that was correct.
Planning Director Johnson said it was staff's position there was not a
need for the four -lane road. It was however inconsistent with the County.
Staff notified the County of the proposed amendment and they have not
commented back. Staff believes a two-lane road would adequately
service that area.
Commissioner Weber asked if the County based their decision on a four -
lane versus two-lane road on the old traffic count. Planning Director
Johnson said it was based on the old County General Plan, which is
some of the same information which the City used. This has changed
since the build out.
Commissioner Weber asked if it was done in the year 2000 or prior. Staff
replied probably around 2000.
Commissioner Weber commented on slide 3 and asked where Section 5
was located as well as where the Martinez Slide and Class I Trail were
noted in the current General Plan. Staff pointed out the location of those
features.
Commissioner Weber asked where the levee trail would be located if it
were added. Commissioner Quill responded with the location.
Chairman Alderson asked staff about the calls received in reference to
the application, and what they were related to. Staff said one was
related to Section 5 and had nothing to do with the reclassification. The
balance of the calls were general information questions sparked by the
public notification.
Chairman Alderson asked staff to put up the drawing which referenced
trip counts. He said all the four additional street sections before the
Commission were to accommodate streets in and around these proposed
future projects and they were all based on the assumption that Avenue
62 would go over the dike. If Avenue 62 did not go over the dike all the
streets, with the exception of Madison, were subject to re-evaluation.
The Commissioners were not being asked to approve these conditioned
upon whether or not that overpass would, or would not, go through.
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Planning Director Johnson said staff was not making a recommendation
that Avenue 62 not go over. The recommendation was that the General
Plan call -out for the location of the road would stay as is but there be a
narrowing of the right-of-way and the number of lanes being assigned to
it. Within the study that was submitted to staff there were multiple
scenarios that were identified as considered. Staff focused in essentially
on one of those scenarios because the others were not really appropriate.
Certainly if that crossing did not occur, the 6,150 estimated trips would
have to go somewhere and some of those trips would probably impact
Jefferson Street with an increase of trips. However, the majority of them,
most likely, would end up on Madison Street and that number would
increase.
There being no further questions of staff, and since the City was the
applicant, there was no further comment from applicant representatives.
Chairman Alderson then asked if there was any public comment.
Mr. Jim Hildenbrand, Travertine/Hoffman Land Development, 77-852
Wildcat Drive, Palm Desert, CA, introduced himself and asked to address
a couple of comments. He said this discussion was regarding a General
Plan Amendment and they were generally vague and broad. The focus
narrowed down to traffic counts versus when the development is
completed. He explained what they are currently looking at and what
may occur in the future as well as the reduction of these road sections
and alternatives. He said they were the instigators to get staff to move
forward with these alternatives. They are in total support of what staff is
trying to accomplish with regard to the General Plan. Travertine's
position is that perhaps Avenue 62 may not be necessary in the future.
One has to evaluate the necessity of that particular road. Their Specific
Plan demonstrates that Avenue 62 is probably not necessary. Modified
road sections could probably handle the trip count. This has changed
dramatically from when the plan was originally done. It was a more
intense development but the future Travertine is less dense. They would
like the Commission to look closely at Avenue 62. He explained the
procedures they went through to obtain a license, from the Bureau of
Reclamation (BOR), for Madison Street and said they were very fortunate
to have that license. The City has a license agreement that's outstanding
for Jefferson at this point. As far as the trails are concerned, he agreed
with Commissioner Quill and said it is important to get it on the dike. We
have an commitment through both the Park District (CVPRD) and the
BOR, with their license, that that be acknowledged and we have to
address that for them as to how that will interrelate to our trail plan. We
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do, in effect, have a license from BOR for trail purposes on the dike. We
are going to have a lot of flexibility that we are going to have to do for
our trail routing, and our trail section, particularly in the Martinez Slide
area. We recognize that we will have some areas to work around due to
environmental considerations. They have worked with the BOR and US
Fish & Wildlife Service on the trail plans. We are looking at numbers
today, and looking at what we anticipate will come to you with the
Specific Plan which will change. He asked that the Commission move
this forward to the Council. The only thing he added was a proposed
alternative, and asked if it could be implemented as part of this approval.
He said it should free up any debate in the event they could provide this
alternative section for Madison Street between Avenues 60 and 62. He
then offered to answer any questions.
Commissioner Quill asked Mr. Hildenbrand if he would accept tonight's
decision, but look at the change somewhere down the road.
Mr. Hildenbrand said they recognize the need to move forward today with
the General Plan designation. He wanted the Commissioners to be aware,
in the future, they will be providing proof of the lowered density and
there will be no necessity for this connection. They can then address the
additional issues of public safety, and fire. Staff pointed out it comes
with the ability to change that section to whatever is supported by Public
Works and staff and traffic issues and all the other things that come
along. This would recognize a positive answer to Commissioner Quill's
question.
Commissioner Barrows said she wanted to make sure she understood Mr.
Hildenbrand's recommendation of November 12, 2008. She understood
the explanation of Avenue 62 over the dike and wanted to clarify the re-
classification of Monroe Street and the eastern right-of-way. Mr.
Hildenbrand said her understanding was correct.
Ms. Margo Thibeault, MSA Consulting, 34-200 Bob Hope Drive, Rancho
Mirage CA, introduced herself and said she was representing Mr. Howard
Keck. She said the Commission had a letter, which she presented on
November 12, 2008. She, as well as her client, were in opposition to the
extension of Avenue 62 over the dike for financial reasons.
Chairman Alderson summarized what was in the previous letter.
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Commissioner Wilkinson asked, other than saying her client wouldn't
want the Avenue 62 extension, what information did she have to support
that decision.
Ms. Thibeault said they contacted some prominent La Quinta developers
and asked them to evaluate the costs. Their response was there is
significant land loss, increased noise, and decrease of worth to the lot
next to the road. Included in that were construction costs, easements,
etc. which could comprise a loss of up to $12.8 million to Mr. Keck's
property.
Commissioner Barrows asked Ms. Thiebeault to clarify that her proposal
was that Avenue 62 not extend over the dike and asked if there was an
existing two lane paved road over the dike.
Ms. Thibeault said she was not sure if it qualified as a full two lane but
there was currently a paved road there. Commissioner Quill said it was
not a paved road but an access road for the Bureau Of Reclamation and
the Coachella Valley Water District.
Commissioner Barrows asked if the request of Ms. Thibeault's client was
that there not be a road that goes over the dike at all. Ms. Thibeault said
that was correct.
Commissioner Quill said there's an existing road on a very steep slope
that goes over the levee for purposes of maintenance and asked if Ms.
Thibeault had any problem with leaving that road. She responded she did
not.
There being no further questions, or public comment, Chairman Alderson
closed the public participation portion of the meeting and opened the
matter for Commission discussion.
Commissioner Weber agreed with the trails addition. He added he would
like to give the developer more options, and he was not clear on the
issue of Avenue 62. He said it did seem to be something that had to be
addressed, as well as the issue of access.
Commissioner Barrows said she was having difficulty with the issue of
Avenue 62, especially if the extension was not approved. She had
concerns with the traffic count issue on Madison Street, and the access
issue identified by the Fire Department. She added when the Travertine
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project moves forward and the Commission had a better understanding of
what that project would require, in terms of access points, then the
appropriate adjustment could be made.
Staff responded saying there was nothing that would prevent the
Commission from re -visiting Avenue 62 and the issue of access over that
dike at that time. But staff's position is they do not have a definitive
amendment to the Travertine Specific Plan they can utilize as information
since that matter still has to go through the entitlement process. Mr.
Hildenbrand has stated they are reducing their numbers and that can be
validated. The information being processed does show reduced numbers
but it still has to go to the Planning Commission and Council for approval
before staff can use those numbers in making a decision. It's quite a
dilemma knowing something is coming but it still has to be approved and
staff can not use that as base information to make a recommendation to
the Commission.
Staff added there are additional options with regards to the issue of
access for emergency services. Mr. Hildenbrand has met with the Fire
Department. Those options have large costs associated with them but
that would need to be considered during the Specific Plan Amendment
process. If that option comes up the applicant will have to make a
business decision as to what they are willing to support but, at this point
in time, fire access is an important factor in this. Also, if the Commission
did amend the General Plan, and at this time, did not identify that
crossing against staff's recommendation that recommendation would
change with regards to Madison Street because (based on the current
counts) it would warrant a four -lane road for Madison Street from
Avenue 60 south.
Commissioner Barrows said she had wondered why it needed to be
approved now and staff had answered her question.
Planning Director Johnson said if the Commission did not approve this
Amendment this would revert back to a four lane collector road in
accordance with the Circulation Element.
Commissioner Barrows asked if the Commission could approve the
change from an arterial to collector and not approve the extension of
Avenue 62. She said, according to staff, if the Commission did that staff
would have to come back with a different recommendation for Madison
Street.
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Staff responded saying, yes, Madison Street would have to change
because there would be an approved Specific Plan which if it were built
out in accordance to what it's entitled to, would exceed the count that is
estimated for Madison Street by quite a bit.
Commissioner Barrows asked in terms of the Fire Department access, if
this was an alternative exit/entry for Travertine as well as a fire access.
Staff said that was correct, it would be a standard two-lane road.
Commissioner Quill asked if it was within the Commission's purview to
propose the elimination of the crossing at Avenue 62, since the matter
before the Commission was a General Plan Amendment to alter the
General Plan streets.
Planning Director Johnson responded it was something that wasn't a part
of the Environmental Review that was done.
Commissioner Quill said he was not suggesting it be done, but could they
if they were so inclined.
Assistant City Attorney Houston said in a technical sense, staff's
response was correct that you would be changing a project description
in a way that has not been subject to environmental review. However the
Planning Commission is a recommending body and if it was the
Commission's recommendation to Council that it should be eliminated
and the Council agreed, there would be the very problem that has been
raised. There would have to be additional supplemental environmental
documentation that would support that. Therefore it would probably not
be appropriate to make that recommendation because it would have to go
back through the process again.
Commissioner Quill said that was his question. His other comment was
to request the addition of the levee trail. He added he hoped there was
going to be enough evidence to eliminate the road since there were
negative aspects to building the road. He did not agree with the fire
issue since there were already two accesses into the project, which was
the usual requirement for developments. Those two accesses provide for
the alternative accesses. Aside from that, he was in favor of the General
Plan Amendment.
Commissioner Wilkinson commented on the levee crossing as well as the
extension of Avenue 62. He wondered if there was a way to move the
rest of the project forward without the extension of Avenue 62.
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Planning Director Johnson said the current General Plan designation is a
four -lane arterial. He then explained the impact to the property owners
and the information presented in the staff report. He gave the
Commissioners the option of directing staff to take another look at the
matter and advised it could cause a delay of another month. He added
the other alternative would be to go with what has been recommended,
making that recommendation to Council. If Council upholds that then
there was nothing to prevent Hoffman Land Company from coming back
later on, after they've gone through the Specific Plan Amendment
process, and making a request for the potential elimination of Avenue 62
based on the amended specific plan.
Chairman Alderson asked if the Environmental Assessment and General
Plan Amendment were approved, as recommended, would Mr.
Hildenbrand have the ability of working with staff on alternative street
sections if the project changes enough to alter the trip counts.
Staff replied there was no option for flexibility on the Madison Street
section like there was on Avenue 62. He said typically what happens,
and what Public Works likes to see, is the crown of the road in the
middle of the right-of-way. This creates a problem if additional lanes have
to be added if circumstances warranted. You would have to have the
ability to make that happen with the right-of-way. If you offset the street
to one side you have to rebuild the entire street to make it work. You
can't have a crown offset to one side. He added there was a long section
of road from Avenue 60 into the Travertine project that, in all likelihood,
was not going to see much intensity of development at all. That area
included some private landholdings but the majority of that was the
CVWD recharge ponds. So there was some value and benefit in
establishing a multi -purpose paved trail on one side instead of the
standard trail which includes a sidewalk and a multi -purpose decomposed
granite (dg) trail on one side and then just a sidewalk on the other side.
We need to consolidate that effort into one all-weather surface ten or
twelve foot wide trail on one side accommodating all of those uses. You
could even add an equestrian route right next to that. We believe Mr.
Hildenbrand's interest is in trying to offset that so you have additional
width on one side to meander that and better accommodate it. The
challenge we are facing, if you offset it again, is it is going to limit the
ability to ever add additional lanes later on. You would have to totally
rebuild the road in order to do that. That's why we have continued to
stay with the Modified Secondary Arterial A as a recommendation.
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Chairman Alderson went back to his original statement which was if this
is approved as presented, it doesn't necessarily lock in the Avenue 62
Overpass. That is an issue still to be determined down the road as
pointed out earlier. It would not be locked and irrevocable. Planning
Director Johnson responded if the Commissioners approved staff's
recommendation, and if it was recommended to Council to reduce the
right-of-way, the issue of the actual crossing would be dependent upon
development activity that occurs in the area. At this time there is no
development activity. There is a Specific Plan for Travertine but the
development would dictate the actual crossing and the warranted need
for the crossing.
Chairman Alderson said but this recommendation would dictate the
width, when and if it would occur, to be narrower. Staff said yes.
Commissioner Quill commented that just like the Avenue 62 issue, the
Madison Street issue could be addressed when the development occurs.
In other words, when that project comes before the Commission it could
be addressed in the same manner. He added if there is some issue with
shifting the road, or right-of-way, the Commission could make the
decision then. He asked if that was correct; and it would be considered a
General Plan Amendment, the same as the elimination of Avenue 62.
Planning Director Johnson replied that was correct. It would require a
General Plan Amendment. He added if the Commission went with what
was currently there, it would require the road being established in the
middle of the right-of-way being equally distributed in the middle.
Certainly in going through the process of approving the amendment to
the Travertine Specific Plan, there could be a subsequent General Plan
Amendment that comes in along with Avenue 62 that says Madison
Street could be offset to one side and it would need to go through that
process.
Commissioner Quill asked if he was correct in assuming that aside from
the two issues presented tonight, there really was nothing required from
Travertine, in addition to their Specific Plan, to do a General Plan
Amendment. He added, in other words, is there going to be a General
Plan Amendment and a Change of Zone with their application irrespective
of whether Avenue 62 is eliminated or not. Staff replied Travertine has
made such an application and it is currently being processed.
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Commissioner Quill asked if the application was for a General Plan
Amendment, Change of Zone, and Specific Plan. Staff said that was
correct.
Commissioner Quill asked if there was a General Plan Amendment that
would be coming before the Commission for that community, no matter
what. Planning Director Johnson responded, specifically for that
community, yes.
Commissioner Quill asked, if these two issues needed to be resolved at
that time would they become a part of that General Plan Amendment and
analysis. Staff said it certainly could be incorporated in that.
Commissioner Quill asked if they started moving in that direction and
filing for that option and working with staff through that process, would
it then come to the Commission. Either staff would not recommend it and
they would still be asking us for it or staff would be finally in agreement
with some compromise. He asked if that was correct
Staff responded it was.
Commissioner Quill said what the Commission was doing was reducing
impact, and if this application was approved as submitted the impact
would be reduced to all of the developers right now. However, their
ability to do that with their own General Plan Amendment later was also
an available option. Staff replied that was correct.
Commissioner Barrows wanted to clarify that her collegues had
expressed very eloquently some of her concerns and she appreciated the
issues, that not approving the extension of Avenue 62, could potentially
create. She said she agreed with Commissioner Quill on the elimination of
Avenue 62 extending over the dike, especially if Travertine was going to
become a more limited project than originally proposed. She expressed
her concerns about the sensitivity of the area, too many roads,
greenhouse gases and the possibility of making Madison Street wider.
She wanted to know how to direct the discussion so when the various
General Plan Amendments come back the Commission can really evaluate
their impact. She added what they were doing today was reducing the
impact and narrowing the width. She was concerned about
Commissioner Quill's comments about building too many roads and asked
how the Commission could start addressing this on a City-wide basis.
She asked if, in the motion, the Commission could ask for some direction
when it does come back. She appreciated the efforts made by staff to
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evaluate the issues, but said the Commissioners need to take a more
serious look at how they can really address this issue to understand this
is a discussion about the impact on the quality of life and the
environment. She wanted to know more about how the Commission
could really make that happen.
Commissioner Quill had questions on the timing of approval for the
General Plan Update versus the approval of Mr. Hildenbrand's application
along with the traffic analysis and the elimination of the road.
Planning Director Johnson responded by explaining the processing
procedures of the Specific Plan Amendment and the possible time frame
of the General Plan Update.
Chairman Alderson asked if they would see the Travertine Project first.
Staff said they would see Travertine first.
Staff responded with regards to the General Plan we have to go through
a modeling process which includes the forecasting for growth within
certain zones, and traffic analysis. Staff then explained what the
procedures where for updating the General Plan and the process of traffic
modeling.
Planning Director Johnson added, as staff goes through the General Plan
Update, the issue of greenhouse gases would also play a key role.
Transportation is a pivotal part of the SB 375 Implementation. This will
be a very involved process and it will have to be looked at very carefully,
not only regarding Avenue 62, but in other areas of the community. Staff
is very sensitive to these issues and building large expanses/widths of
road for no real direct benefit is something that staff will be looking at.
In all likelihood the Travertine Specific Plan Amendment will be before the
Commission well in advance of the General Plan Amendment and a lot of
those final hard decisions will be made during the General Plan Update
process.
Commissioner Quill commented on the traffic model numbers and the
City's participation in the zoning of the area. He suggested the City try
not to build the road, if possible. If it is not needed, the City should not
build it.
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Commissioner Quill said his direction to staff would be that they try not
to build that road. There has been a lot of back and forth, with Trilogy
and everything, to get this road built, but if we don't need the road then
we shouldn't build it.
Planning Director Johnson said staff's position is that if we don't need
the road we don't want to build the road either. He then explained the
limitations involved; i.e. Travertine has a Specific Plan, etc.
Chairman Alderson reiterated if this is approved, as is, there will still be
the opportunity to go back and visit the issues that Commissioners Quill
and Barrows mapped out. We are not necessarily casting Avenue 62 into
stone, nor guaranteeing it is to be built. He said all of these issues still
can be discussed and negotiated in the future, but the basic outline
would be committed and asked if that was correct
Planning Director Johnson responded by saying essentially yes. If the
Commissioners went with staff's recommendation they would be
narrowing down the right-of-way width and number of lanes, but there is
nothing that would prevent it from being re -visited at a future date.
Chairman Alderson thanked staff and added the need for the road could
be debated at a later point in time.
Commissioner Barrows suggested that in their recommendation, to the
Council, they incorporate some of these issues and asked staff if the
recommendations should be included in the General Plan Amendment
Resolution. Staff replied that was correct.
There was no further discussion, and it was moved and seconded by
Commissioners Barrows/Quill to approve Resolution 2008-033
accepting Environmental Assessment 2008-602 as submitted.
Unanimously approved.
There was no further discussion and it was moved and seconded by
Commissioner Barrows/Quill to approve Resolution 2008-034 accepting
General Plan Amendment 2008-112 as submitted, with the additional
recommendations as noted below:
a. That the Coachella Valley Parks and Recreation District's proposed
trail atop Dike No. 4 be included on the Multi -Purpose Trails Map,
and,
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b. That the decision as to whether (or not) there is a need for Avenue
62 to be extended west over Dike No. 4 be further considered at a
later date; either in connection with the Travertine Specific Plan
Amendment, currently being processed, or as part of the La Quinta
General Plan update.
Unanimously approved.
VI. BUSINESS ITEMS:
A. Site Development Permit 2006-866, Time Extension No. 1; a request of
Trans West Housing for clarification of Condition No. 85 regarding interim
landscaping located on the east side of Monroe Street, 'A mile south of
Avenue 54.
Chairman Alderson opened the public hearing and asked for the staff
report.
Planning Director Les Johnson presented the staff report, a copy of
which is on file in the Planning Department.
Commissioner Barrows concurred with the staff's recommendation and
said the minutes gave an accurate report of the recommendation.
Chairman Alderson confirmed they did not add a condition, but merely
discussed the possibility of the interim landscaping.
Commissioner Quill said the minutes accurately reflected the discussion
and asked if the Commission needed to make a motion to reflect their
decision.
Planning Director Johnson said if the Commission felt the minutes
accurately reflected their recommendations, then there was no further
action needed, just clarification for the record. Staff wanted to make
sure there was no misunderstanding as to what was required of the
applicant.
Chairman Alderson said he concurred with the evaluation and conclusions
of staff, as well as Commissioner Wilkinson, that Trans West had
provided a more -than -adequate dust control program. He then asked the
Commissioners if they concurred with staff's analysis, to which they
responded they did.
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There being no further questions of staff, Chairman Alderson asked if
there were any applicant representatives or comments.
There being no further applicant comments Chairman Alderson asked if
there was any public comment.
There being no further questions, or public comment, Chairman Alderson
closed the public participation portion of the meeting and opened the
matter for Commission discussion.
There being no further discussion, Chairman Alderson asked it be noted,
for the record, that the Commissioners were all in concurrence that
interim landscaping was not required and was not included as a part of
Condition No. 85, of Site Development Permit 2006-866, Time Extension
No. 1. Unanimously approved.
VII. CORRESPONDENCE AND WRITTEN MATERIAL:
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A. Commissioner Quill was unable to attend the City Council Meeting of
December 2, 2008. However, Commissioner Weber did attend and gave
a report on the Council meeting including the discourse on the completion
time for the Griffin Ranch project. Chairman Alderson added there was a
lot of concern about the landscaping on the north side of the Avenue 52
wall.
Commissioner Weber noted that Commissioner Quill had been recognized
as one of the five Pillars Of The Community and congratulated him on
this accomplishment.
B. Chairman Alderson noted Commissioner Weber was scheduled to report
back on the December 16, 2008, Council meeting.
C. Chairman Alderson commented on the Joint Meeting with Council and
said he thought it was the best joint meeting he had attended. It was
very productive and everyone had a chance for input.
IX: DIRECTOR ITEMS:
Planning Director Johnson brought up the discussion of a Joint Meeting with the
Architecture and Landscaping Review Committee. A discussion of possible
dates/times/formats followed.
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Planning Director Johnson said he would confirm the date with the
Commissioners, at the next meeting, but it would probably be scheduled to be
in concurrence with the first meeting in February (2/10/09).
Planning Director Johnson said the preparation for next year's Joint Council
meeting would be handled differently; including agendizing the discussion of
topics two months in advance and then validating them one month prior to the
meeting. This would make the meeting not only more productive but would
allow the Commissioners to "hone in" on the topics, more as a group. Staff
would solicit individual topics, but then discussion could be held as a group at
the Joint Meeting.
Chairman Alderson said he would still like to see individual Commissioners have
the opportunity to express their concerns; not just one person representing the
group.
Commissioner Barrows asked if staff had the date of the 2009 Joint Meeting.
Staff responded it is in October or November and anticipated it would continue
in that time frame. Staff responded they would report back, with that
information, at the January 13, 2009 meeting.
Commissioner Quill asked about the City's current case load. Planning Director
Johnson said things have changed, but there were still projects coming in; such
as a large master plan for the La Quinta Resort. He added the large projects
provided a tremendous amount of work for staff. There was also a continuing
strong interest in commercial entitlements which the Commission would be
seeing sometime after the first part of the year. He added there is just not the
line up of single family residential maps at this time. The City is experiencing a
shifting in applications types as well as taking care of a lot of "housekeeping"
matters, such as an update of the lighting ordinance and improvements that are
important to the community.
Commissioner Quill asked if there was anything the Commissioners could do to
help staff since the agendas were not full.
Planning Director Johnson thanked the Commissioners for their offer and told
them they would be soon become busier with items such as the update of the
General Plan which would take up numerous meetings.
Chairman Alderson commented on the difficulty of identifying time frames by
going over various reports and suggested the Commissioners receive a listing,
with dates, showing everything coming up. Staff asked if there would be any
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benefit to the Commissioners receiving a map with the projects listed. General
discussion followed and direction was provided to information available on the
City's website which would be of great benefit to the Commissioners.
X. ADJOURNMENT:
There being no further business, it was moved and seconded by Commissioners
Weber/Barrows to adjourn this regular meeting of the Planning Commission to the next
regular meeting to be held on January 13, 2009. This regular meeting was adjourned
at 8:59 p.m. on December 9, 2008.
Respectfully submitted,
Carolyn Walker, Executive Secretary
City of La Quinta, California
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DATE:
CASE NO:
APPLICANT:
PLANNING COMMISSION
STAFF REPORT
JANUARY 13, 2009
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 2005-094 EXTENSION 1
LA QUINTA COUNTRY CLUB
REQUEST: APPROVAL OF A ONE-YEAR TIME EXTENSION FOR USE
OF TEMPORARY MODULAR CLUBHOUSE FACILITIES
WHILE THE PERMANENT LA QUINTA COUNTRY CLUB
CLUBHOUSE IS BEING CONSTRUCTED
LOCATION: 49-650 EISENHOWER DRIVE; NORTHEAST CORNER OF
EISENHOWER DRIVE AND AVENUE 50; WITHIN THE LA
QUINTA COUNTRY CLUB
PROPERTY
OWNER: LA QUINTA COUNTRY CLUB
ENVIRONMENTAL
CONSIDERATION: THE PLANNING DEPARTMENT HAS DETERMINED THAT
THIS PROJECT IS CATEGORICALLY EXEMPT FROM THE
PROVISIONS OF THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL
QUALITY ACT (CEQA) PURSUANT TO SECTION 15303
(CLASS 3 - NEW CONSTRUCTION OR CONVERSION OF
SMALL STRUCTURES)
GENERAL PLAN
DESIGNATION: G - GOLF COURSE
ZONING
DESIGNATION: GC - GOLF COURSE
SURROUNDING
LAND USES:
NORTH: GOLF COURSE; LA QUINTA COUNTRY CLUB
SOUTH: AVENUE 50; HACIENDAS AT LA QUINTA
EAST: LA QUINTA COUNTRY CLUB
WEST: EISENHOWER DRIVE; LA QUINTA RESORT
AND SANTA ROSA COVE
Attachments:
1. Location Map
2. Original Temporary Clubhouse Facility Layout
3. New Temporary Clubhouse Facility Layout
4. LQCC Temporary Clubhouse Applicant Position Statement
PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION 2009-
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF LA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING A ONE-
YEAR TIME EXTENSION FOR USE OF TEMPORARY
MODULAR CLUBHOUSE FACILITIES WHILE THE
PERMANENT LA QUINTA COUNTRY CLUB CLUBHOUSE IS
BEING CONSTRUCTED
CASE NO.: CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 2005-094, EXT 1
APPLICANT: LA QUINTA COUNTRY CLUB
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission of the City of La Quinta,
California, did on the 13t' day of January, 2009, hold a duly noticed Public Hearing
to consider a one-year time extension request for Conditional Use Permit 2005-
094, made by the La Quinta Country Club to establish a temporary clubhouse
facility, located within the La Quinta Country Club at the northeast corner of
Avenue 50 and Eisenhower Drive, more particularly described as:
APN 658-190-002, 003
WHEREAS, said Conditional 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 Planning Department has
determined that this proposal is exempt from review under the Guidelines for
Implementation of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) per Section
15303 (Class 3 — New Construction Or Conversion Of Small Structures); 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 Conditional Use Permit time extension, pursuant to Section 9.210.020 of the
Zoning Code:
1. Consistency with General Plan
The design and improvements of the proposed clubhouse use are consistent
with the La Quinta General Plan Land Use Element. The proposed temporary
golf clubhouse uses are consistent with the Golf Course land use
designation, and is compatible with existing La Quinta Country Club
residential units, ensuring adequate space separation between both land
uses.
2. Consistency with Zoning Code
The proposed temporary clubhouse buildings and use are consistent with
current standards of the Zoning Code, in that potential visual effects will be
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minimal, based on existing conditions, and design and siting of the structures
at a maximum roof height of 15 feet. Parking will be located farther away
from residential areas than the current existing parking.
3. California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)
The proposed temporary clubhouse facility has been determined to be
exempt from CEQA, under Guidelines Section 15303 (Class 3 — New
Construction Or Conversion Of Small Structures), in that the site is fully
developed as private land use (golf course and residential) that is surrounded
by urban infrastructure improvements (e.g., water, sanitation, etc.) and is
consistent with the overlying zoning and General; Plan designations for the
site and its surrounding areas.
4. Compatibility with Surrounding Uses
The proposed improvements are located nearly 500 feet from the closest
existing La Quinta Country Club residential units, ensuring adequate
separation between both land uses. The clubhouse will be partially screened
by existing and proposed landscape improvements.
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; and,
2. That it does hereby approve Conditional Use Permit 2005-094, Ext. 1 for the
reasons set forth in this Resolution, subject to the Conditions attached
hereto.
PASSED, APPROVED, and ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the La
Quinta City Planning Commission, held on the 13`h day of January, 2009, by the
following vote, to wit:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
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La Quinta Country Club
January 13, 2009
ED ALDERSON, Chairman
City of La Quinta, California
ATTEST:
LES JOHNSON
Planning Director
City of La Quinta, California
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PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION 2009-
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL — RECOMMENDED
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 2005-094, EXT 1
LA QUINTA COUNTRY CLUB
JANUARY 13, 2009
�tTd\Iy:7AN
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
Conditional 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. This permit shall expire on September 27, 2009, unless a one-year time
extension is applied for and granted pursuant to Section 9.200.080 of the
Zoning Code. A request for a time extension should be filed in writing with
the Planning Department no later than August 27, 2009.
3. Prior to the issuance of a grading, construction, building or other permit, the
applicant shall obtain applicable permits and/or clearances from the following
agencies, if applicable or required:
• Fire Marshal
• Public Works Department (Grading Permit, Green Sheet (Public Works
Clearance) for Building Permits, Improvement Permit)
• Planning Department
• Riverside County Environmental Health Department
• Desert Sands Unified School District (DSUSD)
• Coachella Valley Water District (CVWD)
• Imperial Irrigation District (IID)
• South Coast Air Quality Management District Coachella Valley
(SCAQMDCV)
The applicant is responsible for all requirements of the permits and/or
clearances from the above listed agencies and departments. When the
requirements include approval of improvement plans, the applicant shall
furnish proof of such approvals when submitting those improvements plan
for City approval.
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GRADING
4. The applicant shall comply with the provisions of Section 13.24.050
(Grading Improvements), LQMC, as applicable.
5. Prior to occupancy of the project site for any construction, or other purposes,
the applicant shall obtain approval of a Fugitive Dust Control Plan, prepared
in accordance with Chapter 6.16 (Fugitive Dust Control), LQMC. The
applicant shall furnish security, in a form acceptable to the City, and in an
amount sufficient to guarantee compliance with the approved Fugitive Dust
Control Plan provisions as submitted with its application for a grading permit.
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6. The applicant shall obtain the approval of the City Engineer, and/or the
appropriate utility purveyor, for the location of all utility lines within rights of
way and all above -ground utility structures including, but not limited to,
electrical vaults, water valves, and telephone stands, to ensure optimum
placement for practical and aesthetic purposes.
PARKING/ACCESS POINTS
7. The applicant shall protect existing hardscape surrounding the proposed
construction area to include but not limited to garden walls, landscaping,
irrigation systems, curb and gutter, sidewalk and pavement.
8. Applicant shall prepare an accessibility and parking plan for the temporary
clubhouse and surrounding use areas, which shall delineate path of travel,
parking improvement locations, dimensions and design, to the specifications
and satisfaction of the City Engineer.
9. The design of parking facilities shall conform to LQMC Chapter 9.150 and in
particular the following:
a. The parking stall and aisle widths and the double hairpin stripe parking
stall design.
b. Parking stall lengths shall be according to LQMC Chapter 9.150 and be
a minimum of 17 feet in length with a 2-foot overhang for standard
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parking stalls and 18 feet with a 2-foot overhang for handicapped
parking stall or as approved by the City Engineer. One van accessible
handicapped parking stall is required per 8 handicapped parking stalls.
c. Drive aisles between parking stalls shall be a minimum of 26 feet with
access drive aisles or as approved by the City Engineer
10. Improvements shall include appurtenances such as traffic control signs,
markings and other devices.
11. Improvements shall be designed and constructed in accordance with City
adopted standards, supplemental drawings and specifications, or as approved
by the City Engineer. Improvement plans for streets, access gates and
parking areas shall be stamped and signed by a professional engineer
registered in California.
12. The applicant is conditioned to have the Temporary Parking Area surface
approved by both the City Engineer and the Riverside County Fire Chief.
Additionally, if required by the City of La Quinta Public Works Department or
the South Coast Air Quality Management District Coachella Valley, the
applicant shall provide for Fugitive Dust Control for the unpaved proposed
parking area.
13. General access points and turning movements of traffic to the Temporary
Lounge (Modular) is limited to the following:
Primary Entry: right turn in and out is permitted; Left turn in and out is
restricted. This condition is predicated on the fact that the Temporary
Modular Location Plan shows improvements per the approved Precise
Grading Plan, Plan Set No. 08050. The applicant shall submit exhibits to the
Public Works Department and Planning Department if interim plans are
proposed.
14. The applicant shall provide for turnaround of vehicles once any occupancy is
granted for any part or any facility as shown on the Precise Grading Plan as
determined by the City Engineer.
15. The applicant shall employ any construction quality -assurance measures as
may be deemed necessary, to meet the approval of the City Engineer.
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16. The applicant shall employ or retain qualified civil engineers, geotechnical
engineers, surveyors, or other appropriate professionals to provide sufficient
construction supervision to be able to furnish and sign accurate record
drawings, to the requirements of the City Engineer.
17. Upon completion of construction, the applicant shall furnish the City
reproducible record drawings of all improvement plans which were signed by
the City. Each sheet shall be clearly marked "Record Drawings," "As -Built"
or "As -Constructed" and shall be stamped and signed by the engineer or
surveyor certifying to the accuracy of the drawings. The applicant shall
revise the CAD or raster -image files previously submitted to the City to
reflect as -constructed conditions.
QUALITY ASSURANCE
18. The applicant shall employ any construction quality -assurance measures as
may be deemed necessary, to meet the approval of the City Engineer.
19. The applicant shall employ or retain qualified civil engineers, geotechnical
engineers, surveyors, or other appropriate professionals to provide sufficient
construction supervision to be able to furnish and sign accurate record
drawings, to the requirements of the City Engineer.
20. Upon completion of construction, the applicant shall furnish the City
reproducible record drawings of all improvement plans which were signed by
the City. Each sheet shall be clearly marked "Record Drawings," "As -Built,"
or "As -Constructed" and shall be stamped and signed by the engineer or
surveyor certifying to the accuracy of the drawings. The applicant shall
revise the CAD or raster -image files previously submitted to the City to
reflect as -constructed conditions.
DRAINAGE
21. Stormwater handling shall conform with the approved hydrology and
drainage report for SDP 2007-885. Nuisance water shall be disposed of in
an approved manner. The applicant shall demonstrate that the proposed MBA
does not alter findings and requirements of said Site Development Permit.
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FEES AND DEPOSITS
22. 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. These shall
include any Development Impact Fees and Infrastructure Fees as may be
required.
MAINTENANCE
23. The applicant shall comply with the provisions of Section 13.24.160
(Maintenance), LQMC.
24. The applicant shall make provisions for the continuous and perpetual
maintenance of all private on -site improvements, perimeter landscaping,
access drives, and sidewalks.
MISCELLANEOUS
25. All exterior lighting shall be in compliance with the provisions of the City's
Outdoor Light Control Ordinance (Section 9.100.150), as in effect at the
time of permit application.
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LA QUINTA COUNTRY CLUB
TEMPORARY FACILITY
POSITION STATEMENT
In 2005 the original clubhouse of our club was no longer fit to be occupied and as a result
planning for a new clubhouse had to start. The members had to be accommodated in a
temporary village of trailers consisting of a dining room trailer, kitchen trailer, ladies
locker room trailer, men's locker room trailer, golf shop trailer and an administration
trailer. These trailers were placed on the existing parking lot to create an inviting
ambiance and ample traffic flow for ease of access to all parts of the temporary facility.
The clubs governing body got busy planning for a new clubhouse as it was soon
discovered that the temporary facility was in the way of the new clubhouse construction.
We therefore find ourselves to look for an alternative way of conducting some limited
services to our membership. We have sent back the dining room trailers, the ladies locker
room trailers and the kitchen trailers in May and June this year in order to reduce the
financial exposure to the club while members have not really used the facility much after
the initial season anymore. We also find that due to the lengthy process of getting the
clubhouse project through the specific application process and the additional time of
preparing for construction, we are in need of extending the use of the temporary facility
by one more year until September of 2009 the anticipated opening date of our new
facility.
This September the renovation of the driving range will take place and mass grading of
the site is the first task in that sequence. The site of the present temporary village will be
covered by 4 to 9 feet of dirt by the time the site elevations for the parking lot are
finished. As a result of this we have to move the men's locker room trailer to the south
west end of the driving range and use it as a combination Men's and Ladies locker room
by building a dividing wall through the center of the 60x48 foot trailer. The total
occupancy will be reduced to 60 persons only. zZe C)o
The site will allow parking for 20 plus cars and 10 plus golf carts. It will accommodate 3
ADA parking stalls on asphalt that leads to a ramp for access to the building. Men and
ladies will use the same ramp to access the separate doors to their specific areas. The
operating hours will be from 7 AM until 6 PM seven days a week.
Power will be provided by Power Plus utilizing the IID pedestal located on the south east
corner of Eisenhower and Avenue 50 with overhead temporary poles to the trailer.
Domestic water will be provided from the maintenance building site under ground and
drainage will be temporary using gray tanks from Burrtech on a periodic discharge
schedule commensurate with the usage load.
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We anticipate moving the trailers into position between August 18 and September 8 and
resume operation thereafter.
The administration offices trailer 36x40 will be moved to the maintenance work yard
sometime after it is completed hopefully no later than October 2009. This building will
be provided with a wooden ramp for access and will have dedicated ADA and'regular
parking next to it. Power and domestic water as well as drainage and sewer will be
hooked into the underground system in existence. The telephone lines will be
reconnected to make all communications live again. This office will be occupied by 7
persons only and the operating hours are Monday thru Friday 7 AM to 5 PM. We
anticipate vacating this facility in August of 2009.
All trailers will be removed from the property either September 2009 or later depending
on the finishing schedule of the clubhouse construction. All traffic of members who need
to come to the club by car as they do not live on property will be minimized as much as
possible to get us through these times of construction with out much traffic by members.
All traffic flow will be diverted around the site as much as possible.
Respectfully submitted
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dki�nz U. ann
Chief Operating Officer,
General Manager and
Project Manager
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BI#A
STAFF REPORT
PLANNING COMMISSION
DATE: JANUARY 13, 2009
APPLICANT: CITY OF LA QUINTA REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
LANDSCAPE
ARCHITECT: HORTON-SHEPARDSON ASSOCIATES
REQUEST: CONSIDERATION OF FINAL LANDSCAPING PLANS FOR
THE SILVERROCK CLUBHOUSE
LOCATION: SOUTHWEST CORNER OF JEFFERSON STREET AND
AVENUE 54
ENVIRONMENTAL
CONSIDERATION: THE CITY OF LA QUINTA PLANNING DEPARTMENT HAS
DETERMINED THAT THE REQUEST HAS BEEN
PREVIOUSLY ASSESSED IN CONJUCTION WITH
ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENTS 2002-453 AND 2006-
568 PREPARED FOR THE SILVERROCK SPECIFIC PLAN
06-080, WHICH WAS CERTIFIED ON JULY 18, 2006.
NO CHANGED CIRCUMSTANCES OR CONDITIONS ARE
PROPOSED WHICH WOULD TRIGGER THE
PREPARATION OF SUBSEQUESNT ENVIRONMENTAL
ANALYSIS PURSUANT TO PUBLIC RESOURCES CODE
SECTION 21166 SINCE THIS PROJECT IMPLEMENTS
SPECIFIC PLAN 06-080.
GENERAL PLAN/
ZONING MAP: GOLF COURSE / TOURIST COMMERCIAL
BACKGROUND:
The SilverRock Specific Plan (SRR) designates approximately ten acres for the
location of the SilverRock Clubhouse. The Planning Commission at its January 8,
2008 meeting reviewed the schematic design package for the SilverRock
Clubhouse. The Redevelopment Agency (RDA) is in the final stages of completing
the landscaping review process and presented the plans to the Architecture and
Landscape Review Committee (ALRC) on January 7, 2009.
Project Description:
The landscaping plans have been designed to provide a transitional effect between
desert landscaping (beginning along the outer edge of the project site) to a desert
oasis (the area immediately surrounding the clubhouse) with a large variety of
trees, multiple -sized palms, shrubs, and ground cover. Colorful shrubs will be in
bloom year-round with winter blooming shrubs such as 'Desert Marigold', 'Copper
Canyon Daisy', 'Yellow Bells', Bougainvillea, and other shrubs depending upon
weather conditions.
Landscaping along the outer perimeter of the site will include trees ranging from
24"-36" box size and California Fan Palms ranging in height between 12'-18'. The
parking lot area will mostly include Chilean Mesquite and Blue Palo Verde, shrubs
and accent plants. West and South facing walls will be adorned with 'Bougainvillea
Barbara Karst' and North and East facing walls with 'Pink Powder Puff'.
The entry/arrival landscaping will include a high canopy of date palms with the
focal point being the fountain water feature. The courtyard area includes a semi-
circular drive with two planters in the center. One planter will include ornamental
plants, including limited annual color, with the water fountain feature in the center;
the other half -radius planter, closest to the entry door to the clubhouse includes
'Mediterranean Fan Palms', a 48" box size 'Blue Palo Verde', and tropical plant
materials.
The golf cart staging area is designed for day-to-day golf cart use as well as
receptions and events. The goal is to create a comfortable canopy within the cart
staging area, as well as the other outdoor spaces around the building. A mature
date palm layout with fronds touching requires approximately 33' on center
spacing. The palms in the cart staging area are spaced 25' apart across the
parking and 40' lengthwise. This spacing is based on a number of factors,
including creating a symmetrical pattern within the parking area and keeping views
from the pro shop and walkways symmetrical as well.
Located southwest of the project area is a rectangular -shaped event lawn area
surrounded by a screen wall to provide an intimate courtyard for wedding, dinners,
and special events, at the same time providing a view of the mountains on the
south end. The landscaping outside to the North, Northeast, and Northwest will
include 24"-36" box size trees such as the 'Blue Palo Verde', 'Sweet Acacia', and
'Chilean Mesquite'. Southwest of the event lawn, the area opens up to a patio that
includes 'Date Palms', 'Mediterranean Fan Palms', and a 48" box size 'Blue Palo
Verde'. Some of the landscaping surrounding this area will include 'Ballerina India
Hawthorne', 'Green Carpet Natal Plum' and 'Varigated Century Plant'. The
Northwest and Northeast sides of the screen wall will be adorned with vines. The
event lawn area is the only one on the project site that will incorporate the use of
three different types of palms such as the 'Mediterranean Fan Palm', 'Date Palm',
and a 'Pindo Palm' variety.
The lake located on the east end will be an integral part of the golf course irrigation
system for both golf courses by providing alternatives to filling the lake system and
providing options for circulating water within the lake system. The lake has been
designed to provide a visual element as viewed from the clubhouse and number 1
tee of the Palmer Course. During final design, the lake size has been reduced.
2
The design of the irrigation plans will be to the standards of the Coachella Valley
Water District (CVWD) with no installation of overhead spray irrigation within 24"
of sidewalks or curbs. Although the City has adopted a strict water conservation
ordinance, turf will be installed but kept to a minimum. Artificial turf was
considered, but because of heat gain and the locations being in close proximity to
the public viewing, it was concluded that it would be inappropriate for the areas
surrounding the Clubhouse.
Decorative paving will play an integral role in connecting all aspects of the
Clubhouse site, starting with the intersection at SilverRock Way, to the path
leading to the courtyard and entrance and the cart staging area.
The building elevations, floor plans, and perspective drawings, in addition to final
landscape plans, are also attached to this report for reference purposes.
ARCHITECTURE AND LANDSCAPE REVIEW COMMITTEE (ALRC):
The ALRC reviewed the proposed plan at its January 2, 2009, meeting and
following discussion, which included general comments regarding plant selections,
recommended support of the plan as presented. The ALRC approved the plans as
submitted
Individual ALRC member comments included a suggestion to extend palm trees
from the entry courtyard all the way out to SilverRock Way to enhance the "sense
of arrival." The design team is evaluating this. In addition, comments were made
about the bougainvillea color (i.e., deep red/purple rather than lighter red and
orange). HSA noted bougainvillea species were selected primarily on blooming
capability in the La Quinta environment rather than color. A suggestion was also
made to include more exotic plant species. HSA is evaluating this suggestion;
however, it should be noted that many "exotic" plants don't thrive in the desert
environment.
RECOMMENDATION:
Review the landscaping plans for the SilverRock Resort Clubhouse and provide
comments to the Redevelopment Agency.
Transmitted by:
ax
Douglas R. Evan
Assistant City Manager — Development Services
3
Attachments:
1. Vicinity Map
2. Site Plan, Elevations, Floor Plans, Perspectives/Imagery
3. Overall Landscape Plan
4. Landscape Irrigation; Tree Planting; Shrub Planting Plans
rd
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Planning Director I Redevelopment Director Planning Commissioner
Planning Staff I Community Development Director Mayor or Council Member
Registration and CityBooks Open
10:30 a.m. — 5:00 p.m.
■OPENING GENERAL SESSION
Economic Outlook
1:00-2:15 p.m.
Rack by popular
demand from the
2008 Planners
Institute, delve
into financial
and real estate
hot topics with
renowned expert,
Carole Bodoni.
Evaluate the
residential/
commercial real estate and credit markets'
effect on local economies Are we at the
bottom, what's the real cost and who will
pay? Are stock and bond markets still
volatile, steady or blooming again? How, will
the consumer spend? Start the conference
on a note of updated risks, projections and
good news from an expert.
SPEAKER: Carole Bodoni, Bamboo Consulting
■ CONCURRENT SESSIONS
2:45-4:00 p.m.
New Visions for Old Trailer Parks
Address creative methods local governments
can use to deal with older trailer parks, mobile
home parks, and manufactured housing.
Using real life case studies, industry experts
provide a thought provoking discussion on
what to do with older trailer parks, particularly
those in the downtown area.
MODERATOR AND SPEAKER: David Narevsky,
Principal, MunieipalMobilehomeSolution
SPEAKER: Thomas P. Kerr, President,
Thomas P. Kerr, Inc
Y California Environmental
Quality Act 101 (CEQA Basics)
Acquire a fundamental knowledge of
CEQA basics. Learn about the law's
objectives and become familiar with
the terminology and usage.
SPEAKER- Christi Hogin, City Attorney,
Lomita and Malibu, Law Firm of Jenkins
and Hogm, LLP
Advanced CEQA
Environmental impact reports can be
daunting documents containing hundreds
of pages. Key tips will be presented to help
the pertinent elements in these often immense
documents stand out.
Art in the DNA of a City
Art is frequently an afterthought in our
cities and public realm Yet, cities that
integrate and promote culture, art, creative
activities and lobs reap benefits that can be
transforming. Learn to incorporate art into
the fabric of a city through general plans
and other ordinances Examples will show
how public art entails symbolic meaning,
physical form, interactive or passive activity,
maintenance and security issues. When
simultaneously planned with public input
cities can reap the aim and benefits of
public art and public places
MODERATOR AND SPEAKER: Gwynne Pugh,
AiA, ASCE, LEED AR Planning
Commissioner, Pugh+Scarpa Architects Inc
SPEAKERS Jessica Cusick, Cultural Affairs
Director, Santa Monica
K.M. Williamson, Ph.D., Social Ecologist,
Urban Public Realm Consulting
LEGEND
fk This tract. has
been designed for nee commissioners
and offers a bave understanding of
the topics
Local Strategies for Promoting
Healthy Food Retail
New public health research has shown
that Californians living in neighborhoods
with healthy food retail have lower rates
of obesity and diabetes. Yet, many urban
and rural communities struggle to attract
and retain supermarkets. Explore the
Planner's role in creating healthy food retail
environments through Toning, targeted
economic development, and increased
coordination among city agencies.
PRESIDING: Kristine [go, blaster of Public
Policy Candidate, University of California
Berkeley, Goldman School
SPEAXERs Hannah Burton Laurison,
MA, Senior Associate, Public Health
Lam & Policy
Mary M. Lee, JD, Associate Director,
PolicyLmk
Rosa Soto, Regional Director, Healthy
Eating Active Communities (HEAC)
People on the Move Baldwin Park
Preparing and Adopting Effective
General Plans
What makes a "good" general plane Is your
general plan so large and complex it remains
on the shelf? How can you know if a general
plan will effectively work? This panel of
"masters in the profession" will reveal their
trade secrets for creating a usable and
understandable general plan.
MODERATOR. David Barquist, AICP,
Senior Associate, RBF Consulting
SPEAKERS: William Fulton, AICP, Principal
and Senior Advisor, Design, Community
& Environment
Steve Preston, FAiCP, Deputy City
Manager, San Gabriel
Woodie Tescher, Principal Technical
Director, PBS & J, Los Angeles
Sessions/schedule are subject to change
■ CONCURRENT SESSIONS
4:15-5:30 p.m,
Using Prop I and Other State
Funds to Achieve Housing
Element Goals
The audience will learn what State funding
Cools are available to assist in achieving
housing element compliance.
PRESIDING: Lynn Jacobs, Director,
State Department of Housing and
Community Development
SPEAKERS: Cathy Creswell, Deputy
Director, State Department of Housing
and Community Development
Chris Westlake, Deputy Director,
Division of Financial Assistance,
State Department of Housing &
Community Development
1 Planning Commissioners' Role
and Responsibilities
What is your role and responsibility as a
planning commissioner in your community-
How do you Interact with the city counciP
Do you have knowledge of the legal and
planning documents needed to make the best
planning decisions? Discuss innovative ways
to Improve your practical working relations
with staff, proponents, and the public
SPEAKERS: Debbie Chamberlain, Planning
Manager, San Ranson
Carol Lynch, City Attorney,
Rancho Palos Verdes
Joel Rojas, Community Development
Director, Rancho Palos Verdes
Group Homes vs. The
Neighborhood —Can
They Get Along?
Gain updates on innovative adopted
ordinances to regulate group homes with
the goal of preserving the character of
residential neighborhoods. Learn how, the
ordinances are faring in respect to legal
challenges, community perceptions, and
overall effectiveness.
PRESIDING: Alice Angus, AICP, Community
Development Director, Orange
SPEAKERS: David DeRerry, City Attorney,
Orange
Dave Kiff, Assistant City Manager,
Newport Reach
Urban Design: What Cities Can
Do for You and What You Can
Do for Your City
Urban design is largely responsible for
places and cities that people love or hate.
Connect with your inner urban designer.
Architects are concerned about buildings
while planners are concerned about zoning,
land use, heights and setbacks but not
necessarily the built physical environment
Good urban design places buildings, sites
and streets together with the community to
create vitality and maximize benefit
MODERATOR A.JD SPEAKER: Gw,vnne Pugh,
AIA, ASCE, LEED AP, Planning
Commissioner, Pugh+Scarpa Architects Inc.
SPEAKERS: John Chase, Urban Designer,
West Hollywood
Deborah Murphy. Urban Designer/
Planner, Deborah Murphy Urban
Design+Planning
Planning Cities for a New Era
Americans are suffering today more than
ever. The rapidly increasing prices of food and
other necessities coupled with the housing
crisis have put many of our communities at
risk. Many think the American Dream is now
unattainable and unsustainable. Cities must
transform the way they plan and develop. Gain
an understanding of demographic trends, the
need for collaboration across metropolitan
areas, and mnoyatne financing models.
PRESIDING Christine Ante. Director of
Planning, Policy, and Development,
Transportation and Land Use Collaborative
of Southern California
SPEAKERS. Dr. Manuel Pastor, Professor
of Geography and American Studies
& Ethnicity, Director, Program for
Environmental and Regional Equity
(PERE), Center for Sustainable Cities,
University of Southern California
Katherine Perez, Executive Director,
Urban Land Institute
Green Building Ordinances —
Success for Community and
Industry Stakeholders
Take part in shared local and statewide trends
and strategies for successful green building
ordinances that are beneficial and a,hicyable.
Rating systems used to implement green
building ordinances, adopt building standards,
and regulate green buildings are some of the
topics to be introduced and shared.
MODERATOR AND SPEAKER: Brian Gin,
CEO/Executive Director, Build It Green
SPEAKER Chandra Krout, AICP, LEED
AP, CPR, Environmental Programs
Administrator, Community Development
Department, Irvine
Registration and CityBooks Open
7:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.
■ GENERAL SESSION
AND BREAKFAST
8:00-9:45 a.m.
Our country is facing serious times. Fires,
flunds, foinclow res and a massnc Wall Strcct
financial bailout are upon us. These are the
latest signs that we are caught in twin crises
economic downturn and environmental
devastation The author f the 2008 New York
Times bestseller, The Green Collar Econoray,
and acclaimed socialjustice and environmental
activist delivers real
solutions that rescue
our economy, our
environment and our
inspiration to lead.
SPEAKER: Van Jones,
Pounder/CEO,
Green For All, Oakland
■ CONCURRENT SESSIONS
10:15-11:45 a.m.
Development Blueprint: A Look at
Mixed -Use in Downtown Anaheim
Gam insight into downtown Anaheim s
strategic plan that led to a successful
partnership between the private sector and
the Redevelopment Agency that created
an inviting, recognizable urban city center.
Explore how quality urban design, real estate
economics, and private sector expertise is
integrated to create a dense, urban, livable,
active, and diverse public space worth visiting.
(This session precedes the Downtown
Anaheim Mobile Workshop.)
MODERATOR: Kerry Kemp,
Redevelopment Manager, Anaheim
SPEAKERS: Mary Anderson.
Principal, CINI Group
Frank Fuller, Principal,
Field Paoli Architects
Historic preservation —How
to Engage the Community,
Orange Style
Recognize how grassroots efforts and
university shared values have contributed
to the formation of a remarkable historic
district Learn how a city can reach out to
its property owners, residents and business
owners through preservation incentives,
education and information programs.
detailed area studies, and planning efforts
SPEAKERS: Anna Pehoushek, Principal
Planner, Orange
Ken Ryan, KTGYand Chapman University
Teresa Smith, Council Member, Orange
t Finance 101
Learn the fundamentals of municipal
finance. Discuss the essentials of California
city revenues and spending and trends in
Cahforma local government hn;mcc faiget
impacts from the state budget and the
economy while determining critical issues
and proposals for fiscal reform
SPEAKER: Michael Coleman, Fiscal Policy
Advisor, League of California Cities,
CalifomiaCityFinance.com
I' Housing Elements and
Housing Laws: What Every
Commissioner Should Know
Laws regarding affordable housing have
become increasingly complex and more likely
to restrict local planning and zoning decisions
Discuss Ivey issues including the requirements
for adequate sites and emergency shelters.
Compare other State housing lairs, including
the Housing Accountability Act, density
bonuses, and the Fair Housing Act.
SPEAKERS: Jeff Baird, AICP, Principal,
Baird+Driskell Community Planning
Collaborative
Danielle Foster, Housing
Superintendent, Davis
Janet Kennedy, Council Member, Martinez.
and Housing Coordinator, Antioch
Top Ten Questions
As a seasoned commissioner, have you
wondered how other cities conduct their
meetings? Do you need to know how to best
work with staff, or wonder if you have the
same relationship with your city council as
other planning commissionerO Bring your
questions and exchange with your peers.
MODERATOR- Bob Combs, Planning
Commissioner, Danville
SPEAKERS: Newell Arnerieh, AIA, Architect
and President, Ad Architects, Inc.
Peter Buffa, Former Mayor and Council
Member, Costa Mesa, Vice Chairman,
Orange County Transportation Authority
SB 375—the Intersection of
Climate Change, Land Use
and Transportation
SB 375 will start affecting how regions plan
for transportation, housing, and greenhouse
gas issues as early as 2011. Some regions have
already started the planning process on some
level. This session will provide a nuts and bolts
overview of SB 375 and how it may affect local
decision -making.
SPEAKERS: Bill Higgins, Lobbyist,
League of California Cities
Betsy Strauss, Special Counsel,
League of California Cities
Lunch and Mini Expo
Noon-2:00 p.m.
Meet vendors who serve the city
planning departments who specialize
in environmental planning land use,
affordable housing, municipal law,
community development, urban design
traffic solutions, a r quaht) in(] more
■ MOBILE WORKSHOPS
$25 sign-up fee
To attend one of the mobile tours you will
need to register online. The tours will be
on a first-cunre, first-scncd basis. Your tour
coupon will be included in your registration
packet, along with your badge and meal
coupons Once a tour Is filled with 45 people.
it will be marked online as "Not Available"
There u"It be iw xfnirs<is.
Downtown Anaheim Mobile
Workshop (1)
Downtown Anaheim has undergone
a renaissance. Visit newly completed
and innovative mixed -use development
projects, residential projects, civic buildings
(including the Nluveo), and historically
sigudican( sites. I Tear stones behind the
existing and newly completed buildings
that provide a backdrop for Center Street
Promenade, the heart of the downtown
area. If you are interested in historic
preservation and downtown revitalization,
you'll enjoy this workshop.
HOST CITY DIRECTOR. Kerry Kemp,
Redevelopment Nlanager, Anaheim
TOUR LEADERS: Mary Anderson,
Principal, CIM Group
Frank Fuller, Principal,
Field Paoli Architects
Downtown Disney: Entertaining
the World (2)
Happiness is more than just a state of
mind ... in Anaheim, its a destination Tour
the Downtown Disney' District, a unique
gathering place for spontaneous fun and
nighttime entertainment. Learn the secrets
behind the creation of this destination
and how it breaks traditional retail rules.
See how architecture, landscaping, design
details, and the tenant mix, contribute to
the ambiance Visit he beautiful Grand
Californian Hotel, which pays homage to
the Craftsman architectural style. Enjoy
this glimpse of Disney magic)
HOST CITY DIRECTOR AND FOUR LC.DER:
Sheri Vander Dussen, AICP, Planning
Director, Anaheim
TOUR LEADERS- Tony Bruno, Vice President,
The Disneyland Resort
Linda Johnson, Principal Planner, Anaheim
Old Towne Orange (3)
Nestled in orange groves of decades pastes
Old Towne Orange. Stroll along streets of
historic homes, intriguing cafes, antique
shops and unique local businesses. Visit the
expanded main library and history center
Hear about the formation of the historic
district and view Old Towne online. Visit
an old ice house adapted for mixed use and
a new transit -oriented townhouse project.
Observe how to retain and build upon a
community's charm.
HOS IF C.TY DP-C t0 ! AND TOU ? L� lDE.R.
Alice Angus, AICP, Community
Development Director, Orange
TOUR LEADER Anna Pehoushek,
Principal Planner, Orange
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The Irvine Ranch — From
Orange Groves to Planned
Communities (4)
Formerly a sheep grazing ranch, visit this
premier master planned community that
reaches from the Pacific Ocean to the
Cleveland National Forest and Riverside
County Due to its size, the "village" concept
was created to provide local identity rather
than monotonous suburban sprawl. Visit the
"Woodbury Village" planned community
and model home complex, and the "Irvine
Spectrum Entertainment Center" for a
walking tour of extraordinarily unique and
innovative entertainment retailing.
TOUR LEADER. Tim Gehrich, AICP, Manager
of Development Services, Irvine
The Renaissance of Historic
Downtown Santa Ana (5)
Tour the historic home of downtown
Orange County As the county grew,
Santa Ana faced challenges experienced by
many older urban cores. Today, the vibrant
downtown has the county's largest stock
of restored historic commercial buildings,
construction of new courthouses, county
offices, and a thrn ing museum district
along with loft residential and mixed -use
development. Capitalizing on its central
location, hear about plans for a major expansion
of transit through a "Go Local' program.
40STCI'Y DIRECTOR. Jay M. Trevino,
AICP, Executive Director, Planning
and Building Agency, Santa Ana
FOUR LEADER: Karen Haluza, AICP,
Planning Manager, Santa Ana
2Co9 [�flc�nncs !I c?�i
Using Performance (Measurement
to Deliver Efficient, Quality
Development Review Services
In these tough economic times, having
a smooth development review process
can make your city more competitive,
locally and globally Determine how to use
performance measurement tools to assess
how effective your process is in the eyes of
your customers, not just the ones that fill
out the comment card. Learn strategies
to deal with the "horror story' measure.
Examples of other sources of data will allow
you to manage your development review
process, identify areas to improve, and
speak confidently about your success.
SPEAKER: Joe Horwedet, Director,
Planning, Building and Code
Enforcement, San Jose
Understanding Public Service
Ethics Laws and Principles
(AB 1234 Training)
State law requires elected and appointed
officials to reccrve training m specified ethics
laws and principles every two years. Newly
ciccted and appointed officials must recenc
this training within one year of becoming a
public servant. 'I his session satisfies this two-
hour requirement for attendees.
SPEAKER- JoAnne Speers,
i® Executive Director,
Institute For Local Government
■ CONCURRENT SESSIONS
2:30-4:30 p.m.
Practical Solutions for
Production of Affordable
Workforce Housing
The availability of affordable workforce
housing, within a reasonable commuting
distance to employment centers, continues
to be a national problem despite the decline
of housing prices. The shortage of workforce
housing has been a barrier to effective
redevelopment and economic development
in many cities identify how to implement
new and alternative solutions for affordable
workforce housing.
MODERATOR: John Di Mario, Community
Development Director, La Palma
SPEAKERS: Lucy Dunn, Director, Department
of Housing and Community Development
Ehud IVlouchly, Vice President & General
Manager, CA/NV, UmDev, LLC
Ken Mutter, Chief Operations Officer,
Neighborhood Housing Services of
Orange County and Chair, Orange
County Workforce Housing Task Force
:Tr° How to Run a Meeting
Get practical tips on how to have amicable
dynamics and successful meetings.
SPEAKERS Wayne Goldberg, AICP,
Director. 011ice of Advance Planning
and Public Policy, Santa Rosa
Niroop Srivatsa, Planning and
Building Services Manager and
Zoning Administrator, Lafayette
'This program has been submitted to the
American Planning Assouauon to be
approved for CAI credits to AICP members
Plume check pour onsue program to find out
how to apply for credits.'
CityBooks Open
7:45 —11:00 a.m.
Grab & Go Breakfast
7:45-8:li a,m.
■CONCURRENT SESSIONS
8:15-9:45 a.m.
Best Practices in Local
Affordable Multi family
Housing Preservation Strategies
Local governments are already required to
identify at -risk apartments in their housing
element However, the emphasis in these
documents is generally on producing more
affordable housing rather than preserving
what already exists. Many are unaware of
the extent of the at -risk inventory in their
communities or the economic and political
advantages of focusing on preservation. The
housing element update process provides a
perfect mechanism to adopt new strategies to
promote preservation. Discuss the importance
of preservation, best practices from other
regions, and successful implementation
PRESIDING. Blatt Schwartz, President & CEO,
California Housing Partnership Corporation
SPEA <ERS: Franklin Campos, Preservation
Program Coordinator, Los Angeles
Housing Department
Beth Stochl, Housing Policy and Program
Consultant, Beth Stochl Associates
F How to Read an Environmental
Impact Report (EIR)
Commonly, EIRs exceed 500 pages with
complicated language. Terns unfamiliar
to the casual reader, such as "threshold of
slgnif icance' and "traffic Im el of service" are
used liberally Detennme how toread an EIR
critically. Focus on information that helps exert
local control over the process Become a more
effective decision maker for your city.
s PEA.(ER- Laurence Wiener, Attorney,
Richards, Watson & Gershon
The Benefits of Development
Agreements
Development agreements can be an
effective tool in the approval of complex
development projects They can ensure
public benefits and quality of development
for projects either constructed in phases or
over an extended period of time. Solidify
economic benefits which cannot otherwise
be guaranteed through the entitlement
process Hcar dncussmn on the benelits
and risks of adopting development
agreements, legal principles, evolving legal
topics, including whether a city can require
a development agreement, and practical
considerations in negotiating deal points
MODERATOR. Donald Lamm, AICP,
Deputy City Manager, Development
Services Director, Executive Director of
the Redevelopment Agency, Costa Mesa
SPEAKERS: Elisabeth A. Binsack, Community
Development Director, Tustin
Edward C. Dygert, Senior Counsel, Cox,
Castle and Nicholson LLP
Anna C. Shimko, Principal, Cassidy,
Shunko, Dawson & Kawakamt
No Stupid Questions
Frustrated tflat Von only get Inc days to
review your packets) Do you have "those
planning questions" but have been too
afraid to ask your planning staff? During
this informal, interactive session, come
and share f i ustmtions, and find out hou-
other cities have solved problems or issues
You may also have.
MODERATOR AND SPEAKER Bob Combs,
Planning Commissioner, Danville
SPEAKER Lynn Osborn Overeashier,
Program Manager, 511 Contra Costa
Bridging the Gap: City Planning
and Available Water Supplies
Highlight new legislation and recent court
decisions affecting the relationship between
city planning functions and available water
supplies. Gam practical tips for coordinating
a ctty's land use entitlement process with
the roles carried out by consultants, project
applicants and water agencies, in preparing
Water Supply Assessments (WSAs) and
Written Verifications (WV%)
PRESIDING: John E. Brown,
City Attorney, Ontario
SPEAKERS: Paeter E. Garcia, Attorney,
Best Best & Krieger LLP
Marco A. Martinez, Interim City Attorney,
Maywood: Assistant City Attorney, Azusa
and Colton
John C. Terell, ACIP, Planning Official,
Moreno Valley
■CLOSING GENERAL SESSION
10:00-11:00 a.m.
Forget the rules of commercial real estate
development. From a past life in the surf
industry, including President of Quiksdver
and EVP at Gotcha, Shaheen Sadeght
has reinvented conventional retailing and
nurtured the arts through brick and mortar.
Transforming a military night goggle factory in
Costa Mesa into an indoor/outdoor retail mecca
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TO: Honorable Chairman and Members of the Planning Commission
FROM: Les Johnson, Planning Direct
DATE: January 13, 2009
RE: Request of 2009 Joint Council/Commission Meeting Date
According to the City Clerk, the Joint Council/Commission meetings are
traditionally held prior to the second Planning Commission meeting in October;
which would suggest a "tentative" meeting date of October 27, 2009.
As in previous years, the meetings will be held in the Study Session Room and we
would assume the Planning Commission would meet first, with the Council, at 5:00
p.m.
Should any of this information change we will let you know as soon as it is
received.
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CI#D
Planning Commission
Attendance Tracking
July 2008 - December 2009
Ed Alderson
Katie Barrows
Robert Wilkinson
Paul Quill
Mark Weber
07/08/08
Present
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07/22/08
Present
Present
Present
Present
Present
08/12/08
No Meeting
No Meeting
No Meeting
No Meeting
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08/26/08
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Present
Present
Present
09/09/08
Present
Present
Present
Present
Present
09/23/08
Present
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12/09/08
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MEMORANDUM
TO: Honorable Chairman and Members of the Planning Commission
FROM: Les Johnson, Planning Directorof
, i .
DATE: January 13, 2009 v ///
RE: Prototype Application Requirements for Review and Comment
Staff is currently working on revising the City's various development review
application packets. The purpose of this revision is to improve the quality of
information provided to staff and the City's decision authorities during the review
and approval process. Attached for your review and comment is a draft site
development permit application packet (Attachment 1). This application has been
drafted as a prototype to be used as the standard upon which applications for the
City's other planning related permits will be based. Please review the application
and provide staff, at the time of your meeting, with in any comments and
suggestions you may have. A copy of the City's current site development permit
application is also provided for your reference (Attachment 2).
Attachments:
1. Proposed Draft Site Development Permit Application
2. Current Site Development Permit Application
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ATTACHMENT 1
City of La Quinta
78-495 Calle Tampico
La Quinta, California 92253
PHONE:760.777.7125 FAX:760.777.1233
Case Number 30-5ay Accepted Assigned
Deadline By To
Notes:
SITE DEVELOPMENT PERMIT
APPLICATION
SECTION A - PROJECT INFORMATION
Project Name:
Project Description:
APN #(s):
Street Address(es):
General Location:
Gross Acreage: Net Acreage:
Zoning: General Plan:
# of Total Lots: # of Buildable Lots:
Proposed Phases:
Related Cases:
i
2nd DRAFT
i
104148
Fanning Stamp
FPranca Stamp
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Is any portion of the project located in the CVMSHCP Santa Rosa and Santa Jacinto
Conservation Area? Y / N
Information can be obtained from the Planning Department or the Coachella Valley Association of
Governments website at http://www.cvmshcp.org/Plan Maps New.htm - Figure 4-26f.
SECTION B - APPLICANT/OWNER INFORMATION
Applicant:
(Name) (Phone)
Owner(s):
(Mailing Address)
(Name)
(Email)
(Phone)
(Mailing Address) (Email)
Architect:
(Name) (Phone)
(Mailing Address) (Email)
Applicant Certification
I certify that / have read this application packet in its entirety and understand the city's
submittal and review process and the requirements for this application. I understand that
an incomplete application will delay the processing of this application.
Applicant's Signature:
Print Name:
Owner Certification
Date:
I certify under the penalty of the laws of the State of California that I am the property owner
of the property that is the subject matter of this application and I am authorizing to and
hereby do consent to the filing of this application and acknowledge that the final approval
by the City of La Quinta, if any, may result in restrictions, limitations and construction
obligations being imposed on this real property.
Owner/Authorized Agent Signature(s)*:
Print Name(s):
Date:
*An authorized agent for the owner must attach a notarized letter of authorization from the legal property
owner. Any off -site work identified on the plans must be accompanied by a statement of authorization with a
notarized signature of the subject property owner.
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SECTION C - APPLICATION SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS
APPLICATION SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS - INITIAL
TO BE COMPLETED BY CITY STAFF
Each of the following items is required for submittal
# of E-
a waiver is granted by City Staff. Any waiver
# of
copies
Waiver
dunless
must be confirmed by initialization of this form by
paper
in PDF
OK'd
E
R
the person granting the waiver prior to submittal.
op es
format
by
Please see Section D for the description and
(on CD
(initials)
U)
completion requirements of each item.
ROM)
FILING FEES
❑
❑ I
Filing Fees Receipt
1
NA
APPLICATION INFORMATION
❑
❑
Application
1
1
NA
❑
❑
Site Photographs
1
1
❑
❑
Environmental Information Form
1
1
❑
❑
Hazardous Waste Site Information Form
1
1
PLAN SET
❑
❑
Project Index Sheet
15
1
NA
❑
❑
Site Plan
15
1
NA
❑
❑
Preliminary Precise Grading Plan
15
1
❑
❑
Conceptual Landscape Plan
15
1
❑
❑
Lighting/Photometric Plan
15
1
❑
❑
Building Elevations Sheets
15
1
❑
❑
Roof Plan
15
1
❑
❑
Floor Plan
15
1
PRIMARY REPORTS/STUDIES/EXHIBITS
❑
❑
Materials Board
1
1
❑
❑
Colored Exhibits
1
1
❑
❑
Preliminary Title Report
1
1
❑
❑
Preliminary Hydrology/Hydraulics Report
3
1
❑
❑
Traffic Study
3
1
SUPPLEMENTAL REPORTS/STUDIES/EXHIBITS
❑
❑
Biological Report
3
1
❑
❑
Cultural / Archaeological Report
3
1
❑
❑
Paleontological Report
3
1
❑
❑
Geotechnical Report
3
1
❑
❑
Parking Study
3
1
❑
❑
Noise Study
3
1
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Submittal waivers and content of specific studies may be obtained through staff consultation, a
pre -submittal meeting, or a preliminary review. No applications will be accepted by mail.
SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS - PRIOR TO HEARING
# of E-
The following items are to be submitted after
copies
the project is scheduled for public hearing
# of
in PDF
Submitted
review and must be received by the Planning
paper
format
Department at least three (3) weeks prior to the
copies
(on
scheduled meeting date.
CD-
ROM)
El
Property owner notification package
1
1
❑
Bound 11"x17" reduction of complete final Plan Set with
colored Site Plan, Conceptual Landscape Plan and Building
10
1
Elevations Sheets
❑
Full size (not to exceed 24"x36") complete final Plan Set
with colored Site Plan, Conceptual Landscape Plan and
10
NA
Building Elevations Sheets
❑
Full size (not to exceed 24"06") final Colored Exhibits (Site
Plan, Conceptual Landscape Plan and Building Elevations
1
NA
Sheets) mounted on rigid foam core display boards for
presentation purposes
If these required items are not received by the Planning Department prior to three (3) weeks
before the scheduled public hearing date, the project's public hearing will be re -scheduled for a
later date.
SECTION D - SUBMITTAL ITEM DESCRIPTIONS:
FILING FEES
Filing Fees: Application related filing fees are to be paid at the time of application while CEQA
related fees are to be paid at the time the application is deemed complete. As part of the
submittal process you will be asked to pay your fees at the Finance Department counter and
return to the Planning Department counter with the receipt showing payment of fees which will be
copied and submitted along with the other application materials.
REQUIRED AT TIME OF APPLICATION SUBMITTAL
Application Fee: $ 2,000*
Environmental Assessment Fee: $ 500*
REQUIRED AT TIME APPLICATION IS DEEMED COMPLETE
CEQA Filing Fee: $ 64**
State Department of Fish & Game Fee: Amount**, if any, will be either $1,876.75 (for a
Negative Declaration or Mitigated Negative
Declaration) or $2,606.75 (for an Environmental
Impact Report) and is dependent on the
Environmental Assessment and will be identified in
the City's Letter of Completion issued at the time the
application is deemed complete. If the project is
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deemed to be exempt from CEQA there will not be a
fee.
Environmental Documentation: Amount*, if any, is dependent on the Environmental
Assessment and will be based on the full cost of
preparing the required documentation (Negative
Declaration, Mitigated Negative Declaration, or
Environmental Impact Report). The environmental
documentation required as well as the amount of a
required deposit will be identified in the City's Letter
of Completion issued at the time the application is
deemed complete. If the project is deemed to be
exempt from CEQA there will not be a fee.
*Payable to City of La Quinta
**Separate cashiers check payable to County of Riverside County
If you have any questions regarding the Filing Fees requirement, please contact the Planning
Department at (760) 777-7125.
APPLICATION INFORMATION
Application: A City application form complete with all requested information and original
signatures in Sections A and B provided.
If you have any questions regarding filling out the Application, please contact the Planning
Department at (760) 777-7125.
Site Photographs: Provide one aerial view, at least one panoramic view of each side of the site,
and specific views of any relevant or unusual features of the site. Printed images shall be at least
4"x6" and printed in color on 8'/2"xl1" sheets.
If you have any questions regarding the Site Photographs requirement, please contact the
Planning Department at (760) 777-7125.
Environmental Information Form: All applicants must complete an Environmental Information
Form and submit the associated fee unless it is determined by the Planning Department that the
proposed project will likely be exempt under CEQA guidelines and subsequently waives this
requirement. — A pre -application meeting or consultation with Planning Department staff prior to
application submittal is necessary to determine if a project is eligible for a waiver of this
requirement and its associated Environmental Assessment fee.
If you have any questions regarding the Environmental Information Form requirement, please
contact the Planning Department at (760) 777-7125.
Hazardous Waste Information Form: All application packets must include a signed and
completed hazardous waste information form. For information on completing this form please
contact the Planning Department.
If you have any questions regarding the Hazardous Waste Information Form Requirement, please
contact the Planning Department at (760) 777-7125.
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PLAN SET
Plan Set: A complete Plan Set shall contain one copy of each required sheet, map or plan in the
order listed below, stapled together in the order prescribed as a comprehensive set, and folded so
that the folded size does not to exceed 8'/2'x11 ". All maps/plans/sheets shall be drawn on uniform
sheets no greater than 24"x36" (or as approved by the Planning Department prior to initial
submittal). Each sheet shall be drawn clear and legible, be accurately scaled, fully dimensioned,
drawn at the same scale unless otherwise instructed, and include all the information as described
in this section for each particular item.
Order of Plan Set Contents
1. Project Index Sheet
2. Site Plan
3. Preliminary Precise Grading Plan
4. Conceptual Landscape Plan
5. Lighting/Photometric Plan
6. Building Elevations Sheets
7. Roof Plan
8. Floor Plan
1. Project Index Sheet:
the following information:
The Project Index Sheet is the Plan Set's cover sheet and shall contain
• Title block located in the lower right-hand corner of the map which contains
information and is readily visible when folded:
o Name of project
o Plan sheet identification number (such as 11 for Index, Sheet 1)
o Initial date of drawing and any subsequent revisions
o Name, address, and telephone number of person preparing map
o Name, address, and telephone number of owner, applicant, and/or agent.
• A data table formatted in the following order:
o Assessors Parcel Number(s) (book, page and parcel number)
o Legal description
o Existing General Plan designation (and proposed if applicable)
o Existing Zoning designation (and proposed if applicable)
the following
o Existing Specific Plan title and land use designation (and proposed if applicable)
o Existing land use and proposed land use
o Total gross site area identified in square feet and acres
o Total net site area identified in square feet and acres
o Total building area identified in square feet and percentage of net site area
o Total parking area identified in both square feet and percentage of net site area
o Total landscaping area identified in both square feet and percentage of net site area
o Identification of parking ratios required by City code and provided
o Number of parking spaces required by City code and provided
o Number of Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) parking spaces required & provided
o Greatest number of stories and square feet of floor area per floor
o Greatest height of any building
o Occupancy classification (per California Building Code)
o Type of construction (per California Building Code)
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• List of Plan Set sheets
• Vicinity map identifying project boundary line and location within surrounding neighborhood.
If you have any questions regarding the above listed Project Index Sheet requirements, please
contact the Planning Department at (760) 777-7125.
2. Site Plan: The Site Plan shall be prepared by a qualified professional as stipulated by the
California Business and Professions Code and shall include the following information:
• Title block located in the lower right-hand corner of the map which contains the following
information and is readily visible when folded:
o Name of project
o Plan name and sheet identification number (such as S1 for Site Plan Sheet 1)
o Initial date of drawing and any subsequent revisions
o Name, address, telephone number, signature and credentials stamp and license
number of the person preparing map.
o Name, address, and telephone number of owner, applicant, and/or agent.
• Graphic scale (engineering scale not to exceed 1" = 40')
• North arrow (typically with North facing the top of the drawing)
• Location and dimension of all property lines
• Location and dimension of all required and actual setbacks for building to property lines and
buildings to buildings
• Location and dimension of all structures
• Location and dimension of all landscape areas
• Location and dimension of all drive aisles, parking stalls, and loading areas
• Location and dimension of all pedestrian pathways, including ADA horizontal path of travel
• Location and dimension of all trash enclosures
• Location and dimension of all storage areas
• Location and dimension of all on -site fuel tanks (above or below ground)
• Location and dimension of all freestanding signs
• Location and dimension of all fire hydrants onsite and within 500' of the project site
• Location and dimension of all walls and fences
• Location and dimension of all public utilities
• Location and dimension of all public improvements, include cross sections
• Location and dimension of all structures, driveways, parking areas, trees and property lines
within 50' of project site's perimeter boundary
• Name, location and dimension of all adjacent public streets and ROWS
• Type, height, and location of all street, parking and pedestrian lights
• Identification of General Plan and Zoning land use designations and existing land use of
project site and all adjacent properties
• Identification of any proposed phasing
• Identify interior and exterior turning radius dimensions at entries and drive aisles for
emergency vehicle access
If you have any questions regarding the above listed Site Plan requirements, please contact the
Planning Department at (760) 777-7125.
3. Preliminary Precise Grading Plan: Unless specifically waived by the Public Works
Department prior to submittal, a preliminary precise grading plan shall be submitted as part of the
application submittal packet. The Preliminary Precise Grading Plan shall be prepared by a
qualified professional as stipulated by the California Business and Professions Code and shall be
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prepared in accordance Public Works guidelines which are available on the City web site at:
hftp://www.la-guinta.org.
Please direct any questions regarding the Preliminary Precise Grading Plan requirement to the
Public Works Department at (760) 777-7075.
4. Conceptual Landscape Plan: The Conceptual Landscape Plan shall be prepared by a
qualified professional as stipulated by the California Business and Professions Code and shall
include the following information:
• Title block located in the lower right-hand corner of the map which contains the following
information and is readily visible when folded:
o Name of project
o Plan name and sheet identification number (such as L1 for Conceptual Landscape
Plan Sheet 1)
o Initial date of drawing and any subsequent revisions
o Name, address, telephone number, signature and credentials stamp and license
number of person preparing map.
o Name, address, and telephone number of owner, applicant, and/or agent.
• Graphic scale (engineering scale not to exceed 1" = 40')
• North arrow (with North at the top of the drawing)
• Location and dimension of all property lines
• Location and dimension of all structures
• Location and dimension of all drive aisles, parking stalls, and loading areas
• Location and dimension of all pedestrian pathways
• Location and dimension of all trash enclosures
• Location and dimension of all storage areas
• Location and dimension of all freestanding signs
• Location and dimension of all walls and fences
• Location and dimension of all structures, driveways, parking areas, trees and property lines
within 50' of project site's perimeter boundary
• Name, location and dimension of all adjacent public streets and ROWS
• Location of all street, parking and pedestrian lights
• Location and dimension of all landscape areas showing, through the use of graphic symbols,
the type, location and size of all proposed plants
• Location and dimension of all water features and decorative hardscape features
• Landscape legend which contains a key to the graphic symbols used in the drawing. A
separate symbol shall be used to identify each proposed plant or tree variety by name (both
common and botanical) with the size of the planting identified and keyed to the size of the
symbol used. The legend shall also include the following information:
o Total square feet of proposed turf area and the percentage of the turf area within the
total landscape area.
o A reference to the proposed type of irrigation system (spray, emitter, and/or drip)
o Proposed source of water for any water feature that exceeds 100 square feet of water
surface area
o A reference to compliance with the City of La Quinta Water efficiency Ordinance and
the Coachella Valley Water District's Landscaping and Irrigation System Design
Ordinance
If you have any questions regarding the above listed Conceptual Landscape Plan requirements,
please contact the Planning Department at (760) 777-7125.
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5. Lighting/Photometric Plan: The Lighting/Photometric Plan shall be prepared by a qualified
professional as stipulated by the California Business and Professions Code and shall include the
following information:
• Title block located in the lower right-hand corner of the map which contains the following
information and is readily visible when folded:
o Name of project
o Plan name and sheet identification number (such as L/P1 for Lighting/Photometric
Plan Sheet 1)
o Initial date of drawing and any subsequent revisions
o Name, address, telephone number, signature and credentials stamp and license
number of person preparing map.
o Name, address, and telephone number of owner, applicant, and/or agent.
• Graphic scale (engineering scale not to exceed 1" = 40')
• North arrow (with North at the top of the drawing)
• Location and dimension of all property lines
• Location and dimension of all structures
• Location and dimension of all drive aisles, parking stalls, and loading areas
• Location and dimension of all pedestrian pathways
• Type of illumination, height and location of all exterior lighting fixtures located on the project
site
• Identify the level of illumination of the entire site with a minimum of one foot-candle of
illumination throughout all onsite parking areas and zero foot-candle leakage unto any
adjacent site.
If you have any questions regarding the above listed Lighting/Photometric Plan requirements,
please contact the Planning Department at (760) 777-7125.
6. Building Elevations Sheets: Accurately dimensioned illustrations of all sides of each
proposed (and existing, if to remain) building and accessory structure (trash enclosure, wall/fence,
carport and parking shade structure, gazebo, etc.) shall be provided. Each illustration shall:
• Identify which building elevation is illustrated i.e. north, south, east, west
• be drawn to scale at not smaller than the '/4'=1' scale (for large projects not smaller than
%a"=1' with '/4'=1' details)
• clearly show proposed grade elevations, height and width dimensions
• be void of landscaping in order to clearly demonstrate the aesthetic impact of the proposed
structures.
Each building elevation sheet shall include a title block located in the lower right-hand corner of
the map which contains the following information and is readily visible when folded:
• Name of project
• Scale of drawing
• Name, address, and telephone number of person preparing the illustration.
• Plan name and sheet identification number (such as B1 for Building Elevation Sheet 1).
If you have any questions regarding the above listed Building Elevations requirements, please
contact the Planning Department at (760) 777-7125.
7. Roof Plan: The Roof Plan shall be prepared by a qualified professional as stipulated by the
California Business and Professions Code and shall include the following information:
Title block located in the lower right-hand corner of the map which contains the following
information and is readily visible when folded:
o Name of project
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o Plan name and sheet identification number (such as R1 for Roof Plan Sheet 1)
o Initial date of drawing and any subsequent revisions
o Name, address, telephone number, signature and credentials stamp and license
number of person preparing map.
o Name, address, and telephone number of owner, applicant, and/or agent.
• Graphic scale (not smaller than the'/<"=1')
• North arrow (typically with North facing the top of the drawing)
• Indication of pitch
• Line of exterior walls
• Type and color of roofing material
• All roof mounted equipment
• All skylights and solar panels
• Any patio, deck or other usable areas and associated structures
If you have any questions regarding the above listed Roof Plan requirements, please contact the
Planning Department at (760) 777-7125.
8. Floor Plan: The Floor Plan shall be prepared by a qualified professional as stipulated by the
California Business and Professions Code and shall include the following information:
• Title block located in the lower right-hand corner of the map which contains the following
information and is readily visible when folded:
o Name of project
o Plan name and sheet identification number (such as F1 for Floor Plan Sheet 1)
o Initial date of drawing and any subsequent revisions
o Name, address, telephone number, signature and credentials stamp and license
number of person preparing map.
o Name, address, and telephone number of owner, applicant, and/or agent.
• Graphic scale (not smaller than the'/<"=l')
• North arrow (typically with North facing the top of the drawing)
• Allocation and use of all interior and exterior space, including areas for waiting, gathering,
eating, storage or display of merchandise
• Location of all walls, doors, and window openings
If you have any questions regarding the above listed Floor Plan requirements, please contact the
Planning Department at (760) 777-7125.
PRIMARY REPORTS/STUDIES/EXHIBITS
Materials Board: The intent of the Materials Sample Board is to provide an accurate
representation of the major exterior materials to be used on the project including colors and
textures. The required board shall be of rigid material (preferably foam board, not wood), shall not
exceed 24"x36" in size, and shall show the following:
• Samples of roofing materials
• Samples of all siding materials
• Samples of all paint colors with manufactures name and identification numbers
• Samples of window frames (a photo sample may be used upon prior approval by the
Planning Dept.)
• Samples of awning materials (a photo sample may be used upon prior approval by the
Planning Dept.)
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• Samples of decorative paving treatments (a photo sample may be used upon prior approval
by the Planning Dept.)
• Samples of light fixture details (a photo sample may be used upon prior approval by the
Planning Dept.)
If you have any questions regarding the above listed Materials Board requirements, please
contact the Planning Department at (760) 777-7125.
Colored Exhibits: A colored version of the Site Plan, the Landscaping Plan, and the Building
Elevations Sheets using the colors representative of the actual colors of the proposed buildings is
required.
If you have any questions regarding the Colored Exhibits requirements, please contact the
Planning Department at (760) 777-7125.
Preliminary Title Report: A preliminary title report dated within 30 days of the application
submittal date shall be provided.
If you have any questions regarding the Preliminary Title Report requirement, please contact the
Planning Department at (760) 777-7125.
Preliminary Hydrology Report: Unless specifically waived by the Public Works Department, a
preliminary hydrology including a hydrology plan shall be submitted as part of the application
submittal packet. The report and plan shall be prepared in accordance Public Works Bulletin #06-
16 which is available on the City web site at: http://www.la-guinta.org.
Please direct any questions regarding the Preliminary Hydrology Report requirement to the Public
Works Department at (760) 777-7075.
Traffic Study: Unless specifically waived by the Public Works Department, a traffic study shall be
submitted as part of the application submittal packet. The study shall be prepared in accordance
Public Works Bulletin #06-13 which is available on the City web site at: http://www.la-guinta.org.
Please direct any questions regarding the Traffic Study requirement to the Public Works
Department at (760) 777-7075.
SUPPLEMENTAL REPORTS/STUDIES
Biological Report: Unless specifically waived by the Planning Department prior to submittal, a
phase I biological report shall be submitted as part of the application submittal packet. The report
shall be prepared in accordance with Planning Department guidelines.
Please contact the Planning Department at (760) 777-7125 for more information regarding the
Biological Report requirement.
Cultural/Archaeological Report: Unless specifically waived by the Planning Department prior to
submittal, a phase I cultural/archaeological report shall be submitted as part of the application
submittal packet. The report shall be prepared in accordance with Planning Department
guidelines.
Please contact the Planning Department at (760) 777-7125 for more information regarding the
Cultural/Archaeological Report requirement.
Paleontological Report: Unless specifically waived by the Planning Department prior to
submittal, a Paleontological report shall be submitted as part of the application submittal packet.
The report shall be prepared in accordance with Planning Department guidelines.
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Please contact the Planning Department at (760) 777-7125 for more information regarding the
Paleontological Report requirement.
Geotechnical Report: Unless specifically waived by the Public Works Department prior to
submittal, a geotechnical report shall be submitted as part of the application submittal packet.
Depending on site conditions and location, inclusion of a rock-fall/slope analysis may be required.
The report shall be prepared in accordance with Public Works Department guidelines.
Please contact the Public Works Department at (760) 777-7075 for more information regarding the
Geotechnical Report requirement.
Parking Study: Unless specifically waived by the Planning Department prior to submittal, a
parking study shall be submitted as part of the application submittal packet. The study shall be
prepared in accordance with Planning Department guidelines.
Please contact the Planning Department at (760) 777-7125 for more information regarding the
Parking Study requirement.
Noise Study: Unless specifically waived by the Planning Department prior to submittal, a noise
study shall be submitted as part of the application submittal packet. The report shall be prepared
in accordance with Planning Department guidelines.
Please contact the Planning Department at (760) 777-7125 for more information regarding the
Noise Study requirement.
REQUIREMENTS TO BE SUBMITTED PRIOR TO HEARING
Public Notification Package: After a project is scheduled for Planning Commission review, a
public notification package must be submitted to the Planning Department and shall include a
scaled map or Assessor's Map showing all properties within a minimum 500-foot radius of subject
property, a typed list of all property owners and their mailing address within a 500-foot radius, and
all residents/tenants of said properties, and a typed list of the residents that reside contiguous to
the subject property. Submit 3 sets of typed, self-adhesive, address labels for the above property
owners and residents. Include application contact persons on the labels. The list and map must be
prepared with a wet signed or notarized certification by a title company, the Riverside County
Assessor, or a licensed architect, engineer, or surveyor.
Please contact the Planning Department at (760) 777-7125 for more information regarding the
Public Notification Package requirement.
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City of La Quinta
Planning Department
78-495 Calle Tampico
La Quinta, California 92253
(760) 777-7125 FAX: (760) 777-1233
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APPLICATION FOR SITE DEVELOPMENT PERMIT APPROVAL
SITE DEVELOPMENT PERMIT applications are reviewed and approved at a public hearing by the Planning
Commission pursuant to Section 9.210.010, of the Zoning Code. The purpose of the review is to ensure the
development and design standards for permitted uses are complied with.
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APPLICANT
(Print)
MAILING ADDRESS
CITY, STATE, ZIP:
PROPERTY OWNER (If
different):
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MAILING ADDRESS:
CITY, STATE, ZIP:
PROJECT LOCATION:
PROPOSED USE AND/OR CONSTRUCTION:
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LEGAL DESCRIPTION (LOT & TRACT OR AT
MINIMUM SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS:
❑ Development plans (see separate plan submittal requirements sheet).
❑ A completed Environmental Information form with required fee, unless categorically exempted by the
California Environmental Quality Act Guidelines, or determined to be previously assessed.
❑ A notification package containing a scaled map or Assessor's map pages showing all properties within a
500-foot radius of the subject property (including continuously owned property); a typed list of the
property owners and their mailing addresses within this 500-foot radius, and a typed list of the residents
that reside contiguous to the subject property. Submit three (3) sets of typed, self-adhesive, addressed
labels for the above property owners and residents that live contiguous to the subject property. These
lists and the map must be certified by a title company, architect, engineer or surveyor.
❑ Filing fee for Site Development Permit. If filing multiple applications, the most expensive application
will be charged full fee, with remaining related applications discounted 50% for each. This discount
does not apply to Envirommental Information form.
NAME OF APPLICANT
SIGNATURE OF APPLICANT
NAME OF PROPERTY
(Please Print)
(Please Print)
SIGNATURE OF PROPERTY OWNER(S)
IF NOT SAME AS APPLICANT:
DATE
DATE
DATE
(Separate written authority by owner to submit application may be provided)
I hereby acknowledge that this application will not be considered complete until I have submitted all required
documentation and have been notified in writing from the Planning Department, within thirty (30) days of
submission, that the application is complete. I hereby certify that all information contained in this application,
including all plans and materials required by the City's application submission requirements, is, to the best of
my knowledge, true and correct. FALSE OR MISLEADING INFORMATION GIVEN IN THIS
APPLICATION SHALL BE GROUNDS FOR DENYING APPLICATION. I hereby grant the City authority to
enter onto the property to conduct site inspections and to post required public notices.
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CITY OF LA OUINTA
PLANNING DEPARTMENT
PLAN SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS
20 sets of the following plans shall be submitted to the Planning Department, unless otherwise
noted or directed by staff. Preferred size is 11 " x 17". If unable to provide legible plans on 11 "
x 17", please use 24" x 36" size. Plans shall be folded to 8-1 /2" x 11 " unless colored.
Plans shall include, at a minimum, the following items at the time of submittal:
SUBMITTED
Yes No N/A 1. Existing Site Plan showing dimensioned boundaries of the project site,
existing contours and vegetation, existing structures and other site
features, adjacent property including driveways and improvements, a
minimum of 300' from the project boundaries, all existing and ultimate
right-of-way, including private street easements.
2. Proposed Site Plan: Drawn to scale and fully dimensioned, showing
the following:
❑ ❑ ❑ A. Property line boundaries.
❑ ❑ ❑ B. Where applicable, proposed buildings, structures, driveways,
.parking areas, service areas (including trash and recycling areas),
above ground utilities (proposed and existing), air conditioning
units, landscaping and hardscape areas, sidewalks, bicycle paths,
easements, perimeter and screen walls, etc.
❑ ❑ ❑ C. Existing improvements and natural features which are proposed to
be retained and incorporated into the project.
❑ ❑ ❑ D. Included on this plan shall be tabulations for the following: project
area size, building square footage (individual and total), hardscape
(parking areas and walks) square footage, landscape square
footage and required and provided parking spaces.
❑ . ❑ ❑ E. One colored copy of plot plan.
❑ ❑ ❑ 3. Grading Plan: showing existing and proposed pad elevations, adjacent
street elevations, parking lot, driveway, landscape, mounding elevations,
drainage patterns, dry wells, retention areas, etc. (grading may be
indicated on site plan if clearly readable).
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❑ ❑ ❑ 4. Building Plans: showing the following:
❑ ❑ ❑ A. Floor plans showing allocation of space and location of all door and
window openings.
❑ ❑ ❑ B. Roof plans indicating pitch, line of exterior wall, roof mounted
mechanical equipment, skylights, solar panels, trellis areas,
columns, etc.
❑ ❑ ❑ C. Architectural drawings of all elevations of all buildings and
structures as they will appear upon completion of construction.
All exterior surfacing materials and colors shall be specified on the
plans. Heights of buildings, at maximum points, and other relevant
heights (i.e. towers, etc.) shall be dimensioned and shown on
plans.
Longitudinal and latitudinal sections of each proposed building.
❑ ❑ ❑ D. One colored set of all building elevations for each proposed
building accurately representing exterior colors.
❑ ❑ ❑ 5. Sign Program: Plans showing materials, letter style, size, sign colors,
method/intensity of illumination, and sign type. Elevations shall indicate
sign designs and locations or probable locations and size of sign
"envelopes", when appropriate. Generic names may used if a tenant is
not known.
❑ ❑ 6. Exterior Lighting Plan: showing type of fixture, location, height, source,
and surface illumination.
❑ ❑ 7. Photographs: One set of subject property photographs (minimum 4" x
6") and surrounding development shall be submitted as follows:
❑ ❑ A. One panoramic view of each side of the site.
❑ ❑ B. Views of all relevant or unusual features of the site.
❑ ❑ C. 8-1 /2" x 11 " photographs of the existing single family houses in
the development that have similar architectural features (if
applicable).
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❑ ❑ ❑ 8. Landscaping Plans: showing the quantity and location of all plant
material, a legend noting the common and botanical name and size
(including tree caliper) of all plant material. Plan to be at "preliminary"
level of development.
Type of full coverage irrigation system (spray, emitter, and/or drip) shall
be specified on plan.
Detail sheet showing all proposed designs for fences, walls and other
screening features.
A Concept Landscape Plan in 11 " x 17' format.
❑ ❑ ❑ 9. Material and Color Sample Board: A material sample board showing all
exterior materials, finishes, and colors including hardscape (when
decorative), shall be submitted on a maximum 9" x 13" heavyweight
board. Materials, finishes, and colors shall be keyed to plans. For
materials such as roof tile, decorative tile and trim, etc., photographs or
manufacturer's specification sheet of said material in the field clearly
showing textures, colors, etc., may be submitted in place of actual
sample.
❑ ❑ ❑ 10. Reductions of the above plans 8.5" x 11 ") if submitting the 24" x 36"
size plans.
NOTE: Incomplete submittals will not be accepted.
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