PCRES 2007-024PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION 2007-024
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
LA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA, RECOMMENDING TO THE CITY COUNCIL
APPROVAL OF THE COMMUNITY BUILDING ARCHITECTURAL AND
LANDSCAPING PLANS FOR THE DUNE PALMS NEIGHBORHOOD
RESIDENTIAL PROJECT
CASE NO.: SITE DEVELOPMENT PERMIT 2006-857
APPLICANT: COACHELLA VALLEY HOUSING COALITION
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission of the City of La Quinta,
California, did, on the 12`h day of June, 2007 hold a duly noticed Public Hearing to
consider a request by Coachella Valley Housing Coalition, for approval of
architectural and landscaping plans for a proposed Community Building within the
Dune Palms Neighborhood residential development, located north of Avenue 48 and
west of Dune Palms Road, more particularly described as:
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WHEREAS, the La Quinta Community Development Department has
determined that this request has complied with the requirements of "The Rules to
Implement the California Environmental Quality Act of 1970" as amended
(Resolution 83-68). The City Council certified Environmental Assessment 2004-524
for Specific Plan 97-011, Amendment No. 3 for the Centre at La Quinta Specific
Plan and completed an Addendum to Environmental Assessment 2004-524 for Site
Development Permit 2005-824. No changed circumstances or conditions are
proposed which would trigger the preparation of subsequent environmental analysis
pursuant to Public Resources Code Section 21 166; and,
WHEREAS, the Architecture and Landscape Review Committee of the
City of La Quinta, California, did, on the 23rd day of May, 2007, hold a public
meeting to review and recommend approval of architecture and landscape plans for
said Community Building for the Dune Palms Neighborhood; and,
WHEREAS, at said Public Hearing, upon hearing and considering all
testimony and arguments, if any, of all interested persons desiring to be heard, said
Planning Commission did make the following mandatory findings pursuant to
Section 9.210.010 of the Zoning Code to justify approval of said Site Development
Permit:
Consistency with the General Plan: The proposed Site Development Permit is
consistent with the La Quinta General Plan, as it proposes a Community
Building facility in an approved residential development which is General Plan -
designated for RC (Regional Commercial) development, which permits
affordable high density residential developments.
Planning Commission Resolution No. 2007-024
Site Development Permit 2006-857
Coachella Valley Housing Coalition
Adopted: June 12, 2007
2. Consistency with the Zoning Code: The proposed project, as conditioned, is
consistent with the development standards of the City's Zoning Code, in
terms of architectural style, building heights, building mass, parking, and
landscaping. The Site Development Permit is consistent with the La Quinta
Zoning Map, as it proposes a Community Building facility in an approved
residential development zoned for RC (Regional Commercial) development
that permits affordable high density residential developments. The Site
Development Permit has been conditioned to ensure compliance with the
zoning standards of the RC district, and other supplemental standards as
established in Title 9 of the LQMC.
3. Compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA): The
proposed Site Development Permit is not subject to the requirements of
CEQA as the site has complied with the requirements of "The Rules to
Implement the California Environmental Quality Act of 1970" as amended
(Resolution 83-68). The City Council certified Environmental Assessment
2004-524 for Specific Plan 97-011, Amendment No. 3 for the Centre at La
Quinta Specific Plan and completed an Addendum to Environmental
Assessment 2004-524 for Site Development Permit 2005-824. No changed
circumstances or conditions are proposed which would trigger the
preparation of subsequent environmental analysis pursuant to Public
Resources Code Section 21166.
4. Architectural Design: The architectural design aspects of the proposed Site
Development Permit provide interest through use of varied roof element
heights, enhanced building entries, facade treatments, colored roof tiles and
other design details which will be compatible with, and not detrimental to,
surrounding development, and with the overall design quality prevalent in the
City.
5. Site Design: The site design aspects of the proposed Site Development
Permit will be compatible with, and not detrimental to, surrounding
development, and with the overall design quality prevalent in the City, in
terms of interior circulation, pedestrian access, and other site design
elements such as scale, mass, and appearance.
6. Landscape Design: The proposed project is consistent with the landscaping
standards and plant palette and implements the standards for landscaping
and aesthetics established in the General Plan and Zoning Code, as well as
the approved Specific Plan for the Dune Palms Neighborhood. The project
landscaping for the proposed Site Development Permit, as conditioned, shall
Planning Commission Resolution No. 2007-024
Site Development Permit 2006-857
Coachella Valley Housing Coalition
Adopted: June 12, 2007
unify and enhance visual continuity of the proposed residential units with
surrounding development. Landscape improvements are designed and sized
to provide visual appeal. The permanent overall site landscaping utilizes
various tree and shrub species that blend with the building architecture.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Planning Commission of
the City of La Quinta, California, as follows:
That the above recitations are true and constitute the findings of the Planning
Commission in this case;
2. That the Planning Commission does hereby recommend approval of the
Community Building architectural and landscaping plans for Site Development
Permit 2006-857 to the City Council for the reasons set forth in this
Resolution, subject to the attached Conditions of Approval.
PASSED, APPROVED and ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the La
Quinta Planning Commission held on this 121" day of June, 2007, by the following
vote to wit:
AYES: Commissioners Alderson, Barrows, Engle, and Chairman Quill
NOES: None
ABSENT: Commissioner Daniels
ABSTAIN: None
City of La Quinta, California
ATTEST:
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DOU LAS . EVANS, Assistant City Manager/
Interim PI nning Director
City of La Quinta, California
PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTE MOTION 2007-024
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL - ADOPTED
SITE DEVELOPMENT PERMIT 2006-857 — DUNE PALMS NEIGHBORHOOD
COACHELLA VALLEY HOUSING COALITION
JUNE 12, 2007
GENERAL
1. The applicant agrees to defend, indemnify and hold harmless the City of La Quinta
("City"), its agents, officers and employees from any claim, action or proceeding to
attack, set aside, void, or annul the approval of this Site Development 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 Site Development Permit shall comply with the requirements and standards of
the La Quinta Municipal Code ("LQMC"). All Conditions of Approval for Specific Plan
2006-078 and Site Development Permit 2006-857 apply to this Site Development
Permit, including permit expiration.
LANDSCAPING AND IRRIGATION
3. The applicant shall comply with Sections 13.24.130 (Landscaping Setbacks) &
13.24.140 (Landscaping Plans), LQMC.
4. The applicant shall remove Yellow Oleander from the landscaping palette and replace
it with another larger shrub.
5. The applicant shall replace the proposed up -lighting fixtures with an alternative fixture
less susceptible to damage and maintenance issues.
6. The applicant shall install a misting system in the shaded arcade near the outdoor
play area in the child care center.
7. The applicant shall submit the landscape plans for approval to plan checking by the
Community Development Department. When plan checking has been completed by
the Community Development Department and the Public Works Department, the
applicant shall obtain the signatures of CVWD and the Riverside County Agricultural
Commissioner, prior to submittal for signature by the Community Development
Director and the City Engineer.
Final landscape plans for on -site planting shall be reviewed by the ALRC and
approved by the Community Development Director prior to issuance of first building
permit. Final plans shall include all landscaping associated with this project.
PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTE MOTION 2007-024
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL - ADOPTED
SITE DEVELOPMENT PERMIT 2006-657 — DUNE PALMS NEIGHBORHOOD
COACHELLA VALLEY HOUSING COALITION
JUNE 12, 2007
NOTE: Plans are not approved for construction until signed by the Community
Development Director.
FIRE DEPARTMENT
8. Final conditions will be addressed when complete building plans are reviewed. Prior
to issuance of a building permit, applicant shall review building plans with the Fire
Department. All questions regarding the Fire Department should be directed to the
Fire Safety Specialist at (760) 863-8886.
SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT
9. Final conditions will be addressed when building plans are reviewed. Prior to issuance
of a building permit, applicant shall review building plans with the Sheriff's
Department regarding Vehicle Code requirements, defensible space, and other law
enforcement and public safety concerns. All questions regarding the Sheriff's
Department should be directed to the Deputy at (760) 863-8950.
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
10. All mechanical equipment on roof tops shall be screened from view by parapet walls;
this includes air conditioning units and fans and blower hoods for food service
cooking.
1 1 . No signage is permitted with this approval. A separate permit from the Community
Development Department is required for any temporary or permanent signs.
12. A Temporary Use Permit shall be required prior to placement of construction materials
or trailers on site.
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