PCRES 2002-021PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION 2002-021
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF LA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE
DEVELOPMENT PLANS FOR CONSTRUCTION OF AN
ADDITION TO THE YMCA LA QUINTA PRESCHOOL
CASE NO.: SITE DEVELOPMENT PERMIT 2001-724
APPLICANT: YMCA OF THE DESERT
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission of the City of La Quinta, California,
did on the 22ND day of January, 2002, hold a duly noticed Public Hearing, to consider
the request of the FAMILY YMCA OF THE DESERT to approve the construction plans
for a 2,626 square feet addition to the YMCA La Quinta Preschool, located at 49-995
Park Avenue, more particularly described as:
Parcel 1, Parcel Map 20862
WHEREAS, the Community Development Department has determined this
project is categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act of 1970,
as amended, per Public Resources Code Section 15301 Class 1(e)(2), and therefore,
no environmental review is needed; and,
WHEREAS, the Architecture and Landscaping Review Committee, on
January 16, 2002, adopted Minute Motion 2002-002, recommending approval of the
architectural plans for the new building addition, subject to conditions; and,
WHEREAS, at said Public Hearing, upon hearing and considering all
testimony and arguments, if any, of all interested persons wanting to be heard, said
Planning Commission did find the following facts and reasons to justify approval of
said Site Development Permit:
Consistency with the General Plan- The General Plan designates the project area
as Park Facilities. The use as a preschool is in compliance with the General plan
designation.
2. Consistency with the Zoning_Code- The proposed addition is designed to comply
with the Zoning Code requirements, including but not limited to, height limits,
parking, lot coverage, and signs.
3. Compliance with CEQA- This application is exempt from the California
Environmental Quality Act of 1970, as Amended, per Public Resources Code
Section 15301 Class 1(e)(2).
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4. Architectural Design- The architectural design of the project, including but not
limited to the architectural style, scale, building mass, materials, colors,
architectural details, roof style, and other architectural elements, are compatible
with surrounding development and with the quality of design prevalent in the
City in that the addition is designed to match the existing building.
5. Site Design- The site design of the project, including but not limited to project
entries, interior circulation, pedestrian and bicycle access, pedestrian amenities,
screening of equipment and trash enclosures, exterior lighting, and other site
design elements are compatible with surrounding development and with the
quality of design prevalent in the city in that the site design is not being
modified int that the addition is in a lawn area.
6. Landscape Design- New project landscaping, including but not limited to the
location, type, size, color, texture, and coverage of plant materials will be
minimum and be designed so as to provide relief, complement buildings, visually
emphasize prominent design elements and vistas, screen undesirable views,
provide a harmonious transition between adjacent land uses and between
development and open space, provide an overall unifying influence, enhance
the visual continuity of the project, and complement the surrounding project
area, ensuring lower maintenance and water use.
7. Sian Program- With use of the existing sign, the building identification will be
consistent with the intent of the Zoning Code and be in harmony and visually
related to the proposed building addition.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Planning Commission of the
City of La Quinta, California, as follows:
1. That the above recitations are true and constitute the findings of the Planning
Commission in this case;
2. That it does hereby approve Site Development Permit 2001-724 for the reasons
set forth in this Resolution, subject to the Conditions labeled Exhibit "A",
attached hereto;
PASSED, APPROVED, and ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the La
Quinta City Planning Commission, held on the 22ND day of January, 2002, by the
following vote, to wit:
AYES: Commissioners Butler, Kirk, Robbins, Tyler, and Chairman Abels
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Family YMCA of the Desert
January 22, 2002
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
ES ABELS, Chairman
La Quinta, California
0
gl HERMN, Community Development Director
City bf La QLAnta, California
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PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION 2002-021
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL - FINAL
SITE DEVELOPMENT PERMIT 2001-724
FAMILY YMCA OF THE DESERT
JANUARY 22, 2002
EXHIBIT "A"
GENERAL
1. The use of this site shall be in conformance with the approved exhibits
contained in Site Development Permit 2001-724, unless otherwise amended by
the following conditions.
2. The approved Site Development Permit for the commercial pad building shall be
used within two years of the date of approval; otherwise, it shall become null
and void and of no effect whatsoever.
"Used" means the issuance of a building permit. A time extension may be
requested as permitted in the La Quinta Zoning Code Section 9.200.080.
3. The 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 tentative
map or any final map thereunder. The City shall have sole discretion in selecting
its defense counsel.
The City shall promptly notify the subdivider of any claim, action or proceeding
and shall cooperate fully in the defense.
4. Prior to issuance of building permits for the addition authorized by this approval,
final working drawings shall be approved by the Community Development
Department.
5. Detailed preliminary landscaping plans shall be submitted for review and
approval by the Community Development Department prior to issuance of any
building permit for the addition
6. Prior to the issuance of a grading, construction or building permit, the applicant
shall obtain permits and/or clearances from the following public agencies:
• Fire Marshal
• Public Works Department (Grading Permit, Improvement Permit)
• Community Development Department
• Riverside Co. Environmental Health Department
• Desert Sands Unified School District
• Coachella Valley Water District (CVWD)
• Imperial Irrigation District (IID)
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PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION 2002-021
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL - FINAL
SITE DEVELOPMENT PERMIT 2001-724
FAMILY YMCA OF THE DESERT
JANUARY 22, 2002
The applicant is responsible for any requirements of the permits or clearances
from those jurisdictions. If the requirements include approval of improvement
plans, applicant shall furnish proof of said approvals prior to obtaining City
approval of the plans.
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