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APP 2012 007• 9 City of La Quints ` .. Planning Department VA' 11 78-495 Calle Tampico c;, o; ja La Quinta, California 92253 Ft n'goepor nt (760) 7.77-.7-125 FAX: (760) 777-1233 OFFICE USE ONLY ' .Case No. APP 13.-^(237 Date Rec'd [ 1 /1 2-- Fee: • 1,15 Related Apps.: r .Logged in by:_J Application for : . Appeal of Findings and/Or Conditions Appellant's Name !Roger and Jenny Ernest 1DatelMay 9, 2012 Mailing Address15281 E. 4th St. [Long peach, CA 90814- Phone: (156 I)[986-1288 397. 95O3 bi Resolution # and Condition(s) of Approval being appealedlTandem Garage at 52-160 Avenida Montezuma • Any development review action may be appealed pursuant to Section 9.220.120 of the Zoning.Code..' ti- • Please identify the :type .of application: .Type of Appeal: • _ri Change of Zone - - ✓ 1 Specific Plan . 1 Conditional. Use Permit _i 1 Variance . ' 1 Minor Use Permit - I I . Public Nuisance (Code Violation.) El • Tentative Tract Ma _1 1_ Tentative Parcel M Site Development Permit r Temporary.Use Permit 1 1 Other • • . 2012 'CITY OF LA QUINTA • FINANCE DEFT. - ' Please provide sufficient information so as to make clear the substance of each of the grounds for appeal. If applicable, indicate the number of the specific condition which is being protested. Grounds for appeal are based on the fact that the Code does not expressly prohibit tandem garage design nor tandem garage parking;for single-family detached homes.y The tandem garage designtcompliesWith the minimum off-street parking_, requirement, providing,"two spaces per unit in a garage".(Section_9:1.50.060.[C.1] Table.9-1.1) for a single-family detached'' - home; notably, the Code here does -not expressly prohibit tandem parking in a garage. The -tandem garage-prou,ides the -- required 10'x20' space per car, per Section 9.150.080 [A.3.]..The Code offers an example (20'x20' in parentheses); bunt - does not expressly prohibit tandem garage design. In fact, the terms "tandem garage" and "tandem garage parking" do not appear in the Code. Pleasesee attached documentation regarding Code citations regarding tandemparking. Use additional sheets i-f necessary. TO: Honorable Chairman and • Members of the Planning Commission FROM: Les Johnson, Planning Direct 9 DATE: June 26, 2012 SUBJECT: Appeal 2012-.007 (Roger and Jenny Ernest) Attached are letters of correspondence received by staff on Tuesday, June and Monday, June 25, 2012 regarding Appeal 2012-007. 9,• 2012, DEVELOPMENT, INC. June 19, 2012 Planning Commission Members City of La Quinta Planning Commission • 78-495 Calle Tampico La Quinta, CA 92253 Re: Planning Commission Meeting - June 26, 2012 • 52-160. Avenida Montezuma ___ Dear Planning -Commission Members:_ I am contactingyou-on-behalf of -Roger -and- JennyErn-est—the owners of the vacant lot, 52-160 Avenida Montezuma. I have been working with the Ernest's over the past several months as they have prepared to build a new home in the Cove. I have attached a copy of anartist's rendering of the home and a layout of their floor plan. The approval of this home will be a matter on the June 26th agenda. I am contacting you today to request an opportunity to meet with you to provide a brief and hopefully clear understanding of the owner's position prior to the meeting next week. I can make myself available at most any time to make this discussion possible. Please feel free to contact me on my cell phone at (760) 218-8420 or via email at maize(a�empirewestdev.com. _ Thank you for your consideration. I look forward to. hearing from you. Sincerely, Bruce D. Maize BDM/me Enclosures 42575 Melanie Place, Suite S, Palm Desert, CA 92211 Office (760) 568-2850 / Fax (760) 568-2855 LOT 18 NEIGHBORS EXISTING WALL • PROPERTY LINE 103.50' LOT 17 PATIO 5'-0" SIDE SETBACK Imo = 11 PATIO I Ir —I II \\ PATIO ENTRY LIVING J 'DINING JrolG --KITCHEN GALLERY MASTER BEDROOM CLOSET 0 ENSUITE i 11 BATHROOM -0 CREAR SEratO STUDIO 40'-0" GARAGE 5'-01IDE SETBACK PROPERTY LINE 9327. BEDROOM SITE / FLOOR PLAN SCALE 1/8"= 1'-0" NEIGHBORS EXISTING WALL LOT 16 PROPOSED ERNEST RESIDENCE, LOT17 AVENIDA MONTEZUMA LA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA 92253 tBP ARCHITECTURE 06/12/2012 Monika Redeye From: Sent: To: Subject: Attachments: Good afternoon, Bruce Maize <maize@empirewestdev.com> Tuesday, June 19, 2012 1:55 PM. Planning WebMail Planning Commission - June 26, 2012 Planning Commission Letter 6-19-12.pdf; ERNEST RESIDENCE SITE -FLOOR PLAN.pdf; ErnestResidence0l.jpg On behalf of Roger and Jenny Ernest, would you please forward the attached letter and exhibits to each of the Planning Commissioners at your earliest convenience? Additionally, would you please confirm with me when you have been able to honor this request? Thank you for your assistance and cooperation. Please do not hesitate to contact me with any questions. Sincerely, Bruce D. Maiie President OEVELOPWIENT, INC. 42575 Melanie Place, Suite S Palm Desert, CA 92211 (760) 568-2850 -office (760) 568-2855 - fax •1 Ernest Appeal (APP 2012-007) 1 La Quinta: Garages with Tandem Parking 49235 Casa Del Rio La Quinta, CA 92253 3 Bed, 3 Bath Single Family Home For Sale Resort living in prestigious Rancho La Quinta CC,, guard gated and located in a collection of only 90 homes. This lovely home features mountain views and a relaxing pool and spa with a rock waterfall. Private courtyard entrance leads into the formal living room featuring a pass - through fireplace into the great room. Formal dining provides beautiful views with a dramatic curved window wall. The master suite features a spacious retreat .which could be used as library, - exercise room and/or converted into fourth bedroom. The luxurious master bath has marble counters with a separate tub and shower. The two secondary bedroom suites each feature their own baths. All suites have large walk-in closets. Gourmet cooks kitchen with granite and,a curved bar seating area open to the great room for maximum entertaining. Individual inside laundry room with sink. Three -car tandem:garage]. Built-in bbq and large side yard with fruit trees. http://www.southerncaliforniahomes.com/riverside/la-quinta/home/49235-Casa-Del-Rio,- La-Quinta,-CA-92253/S670977 http://www.rancholaquinta.com/forrns/theventanas.pdf MASTER SUITE Aoto4CEENO RETREAT w LAUNDRY imp KITCHEN DINING TANDEM 3-CAR GARAGE MASTER BATH GUEST SUITE I WALK-IN CLOSET GREAT ROOM SLOPING CEtr,O ENTRY COURTYARD Rancho La Quinta: The Ventanas The Valencia GUEST SUITE 2 LIVING ROOM MORNS CEINO veceived JUN252012 City Lci. c u nta Planning Department' Ernest Appeal (APP 2012-007) 2 7 MASTER BATH. RETREAT KITCHEN DINING TANDEM 3-CAR GARAGE GUEST SUITE 1 WALK-IN CLOSET GREAT ROOM SLOPING CEILING ENTRY COURTYARD BATH 2 ENTRY GUEST SUITE 2 V(ALIFIN CLOSET I Rancho La Quints The Ventanas The Valencia Three -car tandem garages also available on selected sites for: the Madrid, the Malaga, and the Seville models. Ernest Appeal (APP 2012-007) 3 $795,000 Mountain View Country Club 80335 Camarillo Way La Quinta CA 92253 BEDS BATHS SQFT YEAR LOT SIZE 3 4 • 2,811 2004 11,325 SgFt Spectacular Southern mountain views! Your own private enclave of over 1/4 of an acre. The double beveled glass door welcomes you into the rotunda foyer of this ever popular Sedona home. Distinctive design elements of this stylish home are custom plantation shutters, vaulted ceilings, formal dining room & Office Study w/ custom cabinetry. Featuring; Tile flooring, ceiling fans, Laundry w/granite & Add. cabinetry. Chefs Kitchen w/slab granite counters & backsplash, breakfast area. A cozy fireplace warms the adjacent Great Room with Wet bar & Refer. A lavish Master Suite, spa Jacuzzi bath, walk-in glass block shower & walk-in closet. The landscaped backyard offers a sparkling 40 foot pebble tec pool w/spa featuring 3 sheer decents & stacked -stone spillover. Property offers an Array of Citrus trees & is large enough for a Casita! Two car garage plus golf cart storage area. GOLF membership included ($75,000 value). Brand NEW Golf Cart Included. A True Desert Gem. Showings: (760) 902-9700 MLS#: 21439512 Last reviewed:03/21/2012 Garage: 2 car Tandem, Garage - Two Door (N) Schools: Locate Schools http://www.mlpalmsprings.com/fine/real/estate/home view/233779/m1sname/SOCAL/myid437 3047 79640 Corte Bella La Quinta, CA 92253 Beds: 4 Baths: 3 Sqft: 3,067 Lot: 626,166,272 sq ft / 14,374.80 acres Type: Single Family Year built' 2 00 3 Last sold: May 2010 for $420,000 Parking: Garage - Attached Esplanade Development..Prestigious pool and spa property. All the bells and whistles here. Large pie sized cul de sac lot with with lot of mature landscaping. Large concrete slab that may be used as a custom gazebo or more. Private court yard entrance to formal dining room and spacious great room. Chefs kitchen with granite counter tops adjacent to awesome views of pool and back landscaping. 8 car tandem garage' and over sized utility indoor laundry room. Preferred school district. NOT a short sale. NOT REO. short escrow Ok. No long waits. • • Ernest Appeal (APP 2012-007) 4 57685 Rosewood Court, La Quinta, CA 92253 (MLS # 21445594) Absoulutely gorgeous, understated elegance featuring fabulous views of the Santa Rosa Mts., travertine flooring in all common areas, carpeting in bedrooms, library. Features include a library, living and dining room, great room, powder room, master retreat and 2 bedroom suites, chefs kitchen with stainless appliances, 6 burner range with infrared searing unit for grilling, 2 ovens, microwave, wine cooler, 2 islands, gorgeous slab granite and a huge kitchen window with beautiful views of the Santa Rosa's. A mirrored bar reflects the beautiful pool and views. French doors open to the entertaining, spacious (17'x 38') pool and spa. Beautiful, serene lighted landscaping surrounds the large pool area and the private courtyard with fountain and seating area. Interior finishes - shutters, 5" baseboards, crown molding, dimmers on lighting, speakers inside & out. There is a 3 car garage, one side tandem, workbench, cabinets, storage racks. Furnishings available under separate contract. Built in 2007. http://www. servingsandiegocounty.com/idx/m1s-21445594- 57685 rosewood court la quinta ca 92253 44465 Blazing Star Trails La Quinta, CA House in La Quinta North of HWY 111, Indian Springs (308), Riverside County Agent's Summary MLS# 21444172 Lovely REO Agents supra on front door go direct and sell! ! !Located in Cactus Flower, near top IB Schools. This home is bright, airy, open floor plan, vaulted ceilings, concrete patio in back, and tile through out. Pool and spa. Established neighbors, 3 car tandem garage....Bring your boat, golf cart, and toys. IID means lower electric bills. Neighbors lush landscaping gives this home plenty of shade, keeping the house cool in the summer. Great Location! ! ! Call now to preview! !Home sold as is where is! Great buy!!! All contracts/ offers are subject to Onewest Senior Management approval and any offers or counter offers by OneWest Service, LLC are not binding unless the entire agreement is ratified by all parties. Buyer must pay a $ 75.00 doc fee at closing. Listed with Maria Richards, Dilbeck Realtors http://www.estately.com/sold/44465- blazing-star-trails Ernest Appeal (APP 2012-007) " 5 54955 Avenida Alvarado, La Quinta MLS #: 21442004 Listing Agent: Lucas Coronel Address: 54955 Avenida Alvarado in the Cove Area: La Quinta South of HWY 111 (313) Community: La Quinta Cove Listing Price: $799,990 Year Built: 2005 Date Listed: November 18th, 2011 • Parking: Garage, On street, Oversized, T d , Garage Three Door (N), • Listing Agent: Lucas M. Coronel 52540 Vino, LaQuinta, CA 92253 This 3 bedroom, 2&1/2 baths house located at 52540 Vino, LaQuinta, CA has approximately 2,778 sqft square feet. It is currently listed for $500,000 and has a price per sqft of $179. Properties near 52540 Vino, have a median listing price of $595,000 anda median price per sqft of $236. This home is currently Cancelled under the MLS#: P724776. It is listed by John Gilchrist of Sunburst Realty. 52540 Vino, LaQuinta was built in 2005!It has 3 parking spots in a Garage - Front Entry (N)1 Tandem, Garage Is Attached. The kitchen includes Gourmet Kitchen (N), Skylight(s) (N), Built - In Electric, Garbage Disposal, Dishwasher, Microwave, Range Hood, Granite Counters (N), • Kitchen Island. The homeowners association fees are 278.00. 52540 Vino, LaQuinta, CA has been on the market for 846 days and the median days on market for a property in the area is 106. Pleasecontact one of Movoto's top -rated agents to see LaQuinta market statistics and to help you get the best deal for 52540 Vino, LaQuinta, CA. • Ernest Appeal (APP 2012-007) • 4 Car Garage - 50735 Calle Quito, La Quinta 92253 Description: * * * Approved B of A Cooperative Short Sale * * * This beautiful home with a flare of Old World California design and style, is a one of a kind custom estate with multiple guest houses. With all the luxuries and amenities as your own private resort, the main house has 5 bedrooms and 5.5 bathrooms. Gourmet kitchen and formal living room with fireplace and dining room are the focal points as you enter through the lush courtyard entry. The elevated Master Suite with its amazing Santa Rosa Mountain views has a beautiful bathroom, huge closet and private office, The main house also has a fantastic family room, gym, two laundry rooms and much more.: , i , , Room for ` GaragSpac s 0 Property is For Sale , Price . • $999,999 USD Price Information: Short Sale Approved by Bank -,of America ' Garage Super nice 4 car garage for your finest cars and motorcycles. Description Garage Sq: Ft. 1,000 ' Garage Buidlings , Attached Gated Driveway Yes Motor Court Yes . RV Parking Yes, Outside` Other Features Tandem Garage, Electric Door Openers, Separate Storage Areas, Long Driveway, Car Lifts ...and `then there is the House Bedrooms 8 Bathrooms 7.5 .. ,_ House Sq. Ft. 7,000 Lot/Parcel Size 20,909 sf " Let/Parcel Type Fee Simple, Buildings and Land, Zoned Residential, Suburban Neighborhood Wine Cellar ' No' ' , Swimming Pool ` ' Yes Jacuzzi Hot Tub Yes Unique Sale Issues Type of Sale • Real Estate Agency Sale Location Address 50735 Calle Quito• City La Quinta State CA • - _ .Postal Code 92253 • Country Usa CaII Me! Phone 877-781-5128 Ad id: - 42302119 Ad views: 700 • • • Ernest Appeal (APP 2012-007) 7 52540 Vino, LaQuinta, CA 92253 This 3 bedroom, 2& 1 /2 baths house located at 52540 Vino, LaQuinta, CA has approximately 2,778 sqft square feet. It is currently listed for $500,000 and has a price per sqft of $179. Properties near 52540 Vino, have a median listing price of $595,000 and a median price per sqft of $236. This home is currently Cancelled under the MLS#: P724776. It is listed by John Gilchrist of Sunburst Realty. 52540 Vino, LaQuinta was built in 2005. It has 3 parking spots in a Garage - Front Entry (N), Tandem, Garage Is Attached. The kitchen includes Gourmet Kitchen (N), Skylight(s) (N), Built - In Electric, Garbage Disposal, Dishwasher, Microwave, Range Hood, Granite Counters (N), Kitchen Island. The homeowners association fees are 278.00. 52540 Vino, LaQuinta, CA has been on the market for 846 days and the median days on market for a property in the area is 106. Please contact one of Movoto's top -rated agents to see LaQuinta market statistics and to help you get the best deal for 52540 Vino, LaQuinta, CA. MLS # 41456103 , 81984 CONTENTO, La Quinta, CA 92253 - La Quinta Residential for Sale Price: $485,000 MLS #: 41456103 Bedrooms: 4 Area: 2,990 Type: Residential Status: Active Bathrooms: 3.5 Lot Size: 10,454 This home is a show stopper! Regular sale! Prompt response! A real Tuscan Beauty Over 100k in upgrades throughout Beautifully appointed interior that lacks not a thing Views from every window Versailles patterned Chiseled Travertine flooring A dream kitchen Aqualinks pool yard system - this system controls the pool as well as the landscape lights Pebble Tech heated pool spa with inviting patina water feature Park like yard features a Loggia Cabana area w recessed lighting and fan which invites you to partake in the indoor outdoor dining and entertainment The custom Aluma-wood coverings add to your outdoor experience This home also has a tandem 3 car garage The HOA dues covers gates interior landscape maintenance of your front yard as well as the water for the front yard landscape HURRY this Beauty will not last long at this price. 1 i IL\ffDff{f V I DEVELOPMENT, 1NC. June 19, 2012 Planning Commission Members City of La Quinta Planning Commission 78-495 Calle Tampico La Quinta, .CA 92253 - Re: Planning Commission Meeting-' June 26, 2012 52-160 Avenida Montezuma Dear Planning Commission Members: I am contacting you on behalf of Roger and Jenny Ernest, the owners of the vacant lot, 52-160 Avenida Montezuma. I have been working with the Ernest's over the past several months as they have prepared to build a new home in the Cove. Ihave attached' a copy of an artist's rendering of the home and a layout of their floor plan. The approval of this home will be a matter on the June 26th agenda. I am contacting you today to request an opportunity to meet with you to provide a brief and hopefully clear understanding of the owner's position prior to the meeting next week. I can make myself available at most any time to make this discussion possible., Please feel free to contact me on my cell phone at (760) 218-8420 or via email at • maize a,empirewestdev.com. Thank you for your consideration. I look forward tohearing from you. Sincerely, Bruce D. Maize BDM/me Enclosures 42575 Melanie Place, Suite S, Palm Desert, CA . 92211. Office (760) 568-2850 / Fax (760) 568-2855 O 7 O 7 PROPERTY LINE 103.50' \ \\ = \ \\ \ \\ ENTRY LOT -18' NEIGHBORS EXISTING WALL I •,II Ice- ' PATIO . 11 PATIO 5'-0'31DE SETBACK KITCHEN_ ?GALLERYj�' coy SET} PROPERTY LINE 93.27' 5'-0" SIDE SETBACK ;E UITE BATHROOM STUDIO k BEDROOM LOT 16 PROPOSED ERNEST RESIDENCE, LOT17 AVENIDA MONTEZU.MA% LA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA 92253. ' - . tBP ARCHITECTURE 06/12/2012 SITE / FLOOR PLAN SCALE 1/8 = 1'-0" •' • NEIGHBORS EXISTING WALL tBPiArchiteccurL.- EST RESIDENCE QUINTA, CA Roger and ;Jenny Ernest 5281 E. 4th Street Long Beach, CA.90814 May 20, 2012 Re: Action on Appeal (app 12-007 tandem garage appeal): Dear Planning Commission: civd • City o6 Lo Quinta Planning Depar1ment Since we cannot attend the Planning Commission meeting scheduled for Tuesday, June 12th, which is within the forty-five days required from the filing of our appeal on May 11`h, we can be available at the next scheduled meeting on Tuesday, June 26th, for our appeal to be considered. In other words, we would like to waive the forty-five day requirement. • Sincerely, Roger and Jenny Ernest