PCRES 2006-040PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION 2006-040
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF LA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING A
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT TO ALLOW TEMPORARY
STRUCTURES TO CONDUCT SEASONAL LIVE PLAY
PRODUCTIONS
CASE NO.: CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 2006-101
APPLICANT: LA QUINTA PLAYHOUSE
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission of the City of La Quinta, California,
did on the 14th day of November, 2006, hold a duly noticed Public Hearing to consider
the request by La Quinta Playhouse for a Conditional Use Permit to allow temporary
structures for live play productions this season and subsequent seasons at 78-059
Calle Estado in the La Quinta Village; and,
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 Community Development
_ Department has determined that the proposed Conditional Use Permit is exempt from
CEQA review under Guidelines Section 15304 (Class 4); and,
WHEREAS, at said Public Hearing, upon hearing and considering all
testimony and arguments of all interested persons desiring to be heard, the Planning
Commission did make the following mandatory findings to justify approval of said
Conditional Use Permit:
A. The public roadways surrounding the event area are capable of handling the
anticipated traffic volumes generated from these events. No significant effects
are anticipated which would be detrimental to the health, safety and public
welfare of the community.
B. These events are categorically exempt from environmental review under the
California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), under CEQA Guidelines, Section
15304(e).
C. Temporary facilities such as restrooms, security, lighting, seating, fire and
medical services, etc., will be provided and/or required to accommodate
volunteers, employees, and event guests.
D. The required conditions will ensure that tenants and residents within the
surrounding area will not be adversely affected by these events.
Planning Commission Resolution 2006-040
Conditional Use Permit 2006-101
La Quinta Playhouse
November 14, 2006
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 Conditional Use Permit 2006-101 for the reasons
set forth in this Resolution and subject to the attached Conditions of Approval.
PASSED, APPROVED, and ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the La
Quinta Planning Commission, held on this the 14' day of November, 2006 by the
following vote, to wit:
AYES: Commissioners Alderson, Barrows, and Chairman Quill
NOES: None
ABSENT: Commissioners Daniels and Engle
ABSTAIN: None
PAUL QUILL, Chairman
City of La Quinta California
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DOUGLASf.EVANS
Community Development Director
City of La Quinta, California
PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION 2006-040
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL - ADOPTED
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 2006-101
LA QUINTA PLAYHOUSE
NOVEMBER 14, 2006
GENERAL
1. By holding these outdoor events, the applicant agrees to indemnify,
defend and hold harmless the City of La Quinta, 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 of La
Quinta shall have the right to select its defense counsel at its sole
discretion.
The City of La Quinta shall promptly notify the applicant of any claim,
action, or proceeding and shall cooperate fully in the defense.
2. The applicant shall comply with all applicable provisions of the La Quinta
Municipal Code (LQMC).
3. Permits for any temporary structures (e.g. tents exceeding 200 square
feet and/or canopies exceeding 400 square feet), stages or open flame
devices shall be obtained prior to their installation. Prior to the event set-
up, please contact the La Quinta Building & Safety Department (760-777-
7012) and Riverside County Fire Safety (760-863-8886) for any
additional requirements of the Fire Marshal. Fire lanes shall be established
and/or maintained during the events. Separate permits shall be obtained
for each season.
4. The La Quinta Playhouse shall contract with the Riverside County Fire
Department for provision of services necessary to insure public safety, as
determined by their agency through such contractual arrangements. All
such contractual arrangements shall include coverage for all City
properties used in conjunction with this event. For any additional
requirements, please contact Riverside County Fire Safety at 760-863-
8886. The City shall have no responsibility, financial or otherwise, in
establishment or implementation of such contractual obligations.
5. Any and all private security personnel contracted for these events shall be
easily identifiable to the public by the provision of uniformed personnel.
All designated private security personnel must be licensed by the State of
— California and possess a valid Private Security license.
PARKING/CIRCULATION
6. No on -street public parking outside the event area may be reserved for
valet parking services. All on -street public parking areas shall remain
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available for public use.
7. If valet parking is proposed, the applicant shall not disrupt pedestrian or
vehicular passage at the drop off area. The City reserves the right to
restrict valet parking from the public rights -of -way.
8. The applicant shall coordinate with the Riverside County Sheriff's
Department for any required event coordination especially if the Sheriff's
Department requires any officer for traffic control prior to and/or after the
event.
9. Roadways/traffic aisles to structures and activities in and around the
event will be maintained accessible to emergency vehicles at all times.
Parking monitors shall wear light-colored clothing and reflective vests as
needed. Flash lights shall be used after dusk.
10. No parking is allowed on the Playhouse site or in the alley to the south of
the Playhouse.
MAINTENANCE
11. Any damage to public hardscape along the event boundaries shall be
repaired as directed by the City Engineer. This includes but is not limited
to sidewalks, curb and gutter, landscaping, pavement, and streetlights,
especially within the Calle Estado parking lot and surrounding public
streets.
12. The applicant shall provide dust mitigation measured to insure that all
disturbed dirt surfaces are properly stabilized.
13. If used, portable generators shall be shielded to prevent accidental
contact with guests. Extension cords shall be ground -secured to prevent
tripping. Any lighting shall be directed away from surrounding residential
properties. No generators shall be used during the hours of 10:00 pm
and 7:00 am.
14. A building permit shall be obtained for temporary electric service and any
other required items (e.g. bleacher, portable generators, etc.). Contact the
Building and Safety Department at 760-777-7012 for permit
requirements.
15. All temporary electrical wiring shall be secured to prevent physical
hazards to the public and participants. Wiring/cords shall not be subjected
to environmental or physical damage.
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16. All lighting for the play productions shall be turned off within 30 minutes
of the conclusion of the events.
17. Two gender specific ADA-compliant portable restroom facilities shall be
provided, to accommodate participants and guests as required by the
Building and Safety Department. The applicant shall illuminate the inside
of each restroom facility.
18. If any ground excavation is required, please contact Underground Service
Alert (USA) at 1-800-227-2600 or 1-800-422-4133 before digging. This
service is free of charge provided USA is given two days notice prior to
commencement of work.
19. Temporary trash receptacles and recycling containers shall be provided in
and around the event area. The event area shall be left free of debris at
the end of each day's activities. Contact Deborah McGarrey at Waste
Management, 760-340-2113.
MISCELLANEOUS
20. Each play season shall be limited to between the months of October and
April.
21. Play productions shall end no later than 10:00 p.m.
22. The applicant shall provide the City with 20 copies of a contact person
information sheet, listing all designated event liaisons and their contact
information. Specifically, event management staff shall be identified, with
their respective 24-hour contact phone numbers.
23. The following signs are approved for these events:
Painted Marquee: A solid wood board no larger than 6'x3' attached to
two 4x4 posts shall include the theater name.
Theater Banner: A professionally printed canvas sign no larger than 8'x4'
affixed to front of tent. Any additional signs for these events require a
separate sign permit.
24. The tent, all temporary structures, facilities and amenities shall be
removed and restored to original condition no later than seven days
following the final play production for the season. Any items proposed to
remain during the off-season shall be approved by the Community
Development Department.