2017-10-17 Andalusia SP 03-067 Amend. No. 5_2020-05-08SPECIFIC PLAN 03-067
May 20 17:
AMENDMENT IV OF ANDALUSIA AT CORAL MOUNTAIN
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A Development by:
CORAL OPTION I, LLC
Prepared for:
THE CITY OF LA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
CC APPROVED
OCTOBER 17, 2017
CC RESOLUTION 2017-055
April 2020:
COUNTRY CLUB
SUNRISE LQ, LLC, a Delaware Limited Liability Company
FREEDMAN LEFF INVESTMENTS, LLC, a Delaware Limited Liability Company
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PROJECT TECHNICAL TEAM
CORAL OPTION I, LLC
81 M570 Carboneras
La Quinta, CA 92253
CITY OF LA QUINTA
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
Les Johnson
Community Development Director
78-495 Calle Tampico
La Quinta, CA 92253
MASTER PLANNING
Hart Howerton
l Union Street Floor 3
San Francisco, CA 94111
LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT
RGA Landscape Architects, Inc.
73061 El Paseo Suite 210
Palm Desert, CA 92260
CML ENGINEERING
Watson Engineering
50-200 Monroe Street
Indio, CA 92201
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Specific Plan 03M067
SUNRISE LQ, LLC
300 Eagle Dance Cr
Palm Desert, CA 92211
Danny Castro
Design and Development Director
FREEDMAN LEFF INVESTMENTS, LLC
23622 Calabasas Rd, Ste 200
Calabasas, CA 91302
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1 INTRODUCTION
1.1 EXECIITIVE SUI\W.ARY ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• .' •••••• 1.1
1.2 PURPOSE .AN'D 'IN"rENT ................... " •••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 1.2
1.3 PROJECT REG-IONAL SErnNG ........................................ ,l.3
1.4 PROJECT l..OCAL SErnNG ............................................. 1.4
1.5 PROJ'ECI' .BJSTORY ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••.• 1.6
l.6 ENABLIN'G LEG.ISUTION ............................................ ..1.8
l. 7 CEQA COMPUANCE ....................... .,. ••.•••••••••••••••••••••.•• 1.9
2 PLANS, PROGRAMS AND 'GUIDELINES
2.1 T.RE LAND-USE CONCEPT .......................................... ~ •••••• 2.1
2.1.1 PlanningA..ea. Breakdown ••.•.•••••••••••••.•.•••••••••••.••••... .:2.2
2.2 LAND USE •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••.••••••••••••••••••••••• 2.3
2.2.1 Land Use I General Plan. Context • , •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• , •• 2.3
2.2.2 Exiating General Plan I Land Use .••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• .2.4
2.2.3 Proposed General Piao I Land Use •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••.•••• 2.5
2.3 ZONIN'G ••••••• 4 ..................... , ....................................... 2.6
2.3.l Existing Zoning •••••.•••••••••••••••••••.•.•••••••••••••••••••••• 2 .. 6
2.3.? Propose<! 7'c>njng ....................................................... .2,. 7
2.4 The Land Use Master' Plan .•••••••..•.•••••.•••••••••••••.•••••.••••.••. 2.8
2.4.1 Lam Use By P1$nnin.g Area ••• , ...................................... .2.9'
2.5 CIR.CUU..TlON PLAN .................................................. 2.23
l.5.1 Off site-Improvements .............................................. .2.25
Z.5.2 On1ite Improvements •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 2.25
2.6 MASTER PLAN SUPPORTING ELEMENTS .•••••.••••••••.• · •••••.••••• 2.27
Z.6.1 Open Space and Recreation. ......................................... µ7
2.6.2 Infrastructure and Utilities Plan •••••••••••••••••••••••.•••••••••.• .2.28
2..6,J Water an.d Sewer Plan ...................... ~ ••••••••••••••••••••• .2.28
2.6.4 Elet:tricity' ....................................................... 2.29
2.6.S Natu.ral Gu .................................................... " .2.29
2.6.6 Telephone ....................................................... 2.29
2.6. 7 Refuse Colle.ct.ion ................................................. 2.29
2.6.8 School Service .................................................... 2.30
2.6.9 Law Enfor~men.t .••.•••••••••.•••••••••••••••••••••.•••••••••.•• 2.30
2 .. 6.10 Fire Protection ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• .2.30
2.6.11 l.Ab,ra.ey Facilities ................................... ~ ••••••••••••• 2.30
2. 7 GENERAL DESIGN GUIDELINES & STANDARDS .••••••••••••••••••••• 2.31
2. 7.1 The Specific Plan 03-067 Community Image ••••••••••••••••••••••••• 2.33
2. 7 :i. CommerclalArcbitectural and Site Guideline ••••••••••••••.••••••••• 2.33
2.7.3 Tke Specific Plan 03-067 Golf and Country Club Facilities ••••••••••••• 2.37
2. 7.4 Resideutial Site Plarining Guidelines ••••••••••.••••••••••••••••••••• 2.46
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2.8 THE CORAL MOUNTAIN PHASING PLAN •••••••••••••••••••••••••••• .2.54
2.8.l The Phasing Concept ....................................... " •.•••• 2.54
2.9 PLANf MA.TERIAL PALETIE ••••••••••••••••• I ••••••••••••••••••• 4 •• 2.S5
3 ZONING AND DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS
3.1 SPECIFIC PLAN OVERLAY DISTRICTS •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 3.1
3.1.1 Planning. Area I •••••••••••• -...................................... 3.3
3.1.2 Planning Area Il .................................................. .3.6
3.1.3 Planning A.rea. m ................................................. II .3.9
3.1.4 Plauning Area. W ................................................. 3.12
3.1.S Planning Area V •••••••••••.••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 3.14
3.1.6 Pla.nning Area. VJ' .................................................... 3.17
3.2 SPECTFIC PLAN AMENDJtfENTS 4 •••••• : .............................. .3.lO
3.2.l Specific Plan Amendment Procedures ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 3.20
3.3 DENSITY TRANSFER PROVISIONS •••••••••••••••.•••••.•••.••••••••• 3.21
4 GENERAL PLAN CONSISTENCY
4.1 LAN'D USE El.E1'1ENT ................................................. 4.1
4.2 CIR.CULATCON ELEME~ •• -•••••.••...•• IA •••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 4.2
4..3 OPENS.PACE ELEMENT •• -•••••••.••••••••••• I ••••••••••••••••••••••• 4.3
4.4 PARK AND RECREATION ELEMENT •..•••••••••••••.••••••.•••••••••• 4.4
4.5 ENVIRONMENTALCONSERVATION ELEMENT ••••••••••.••••••••••••• 4.4
4.6 INFRASTRUCTURE AND PUBLIC SERVICES ELEMENT •••••••••..••••• 4.5
4. 7 ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS ELEMENT •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 4.5
4.8 AIR QUAUTY ELE)IENT ..................... , ••••••••••.••••• -••••••• 4.6
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1 Introduction
1.1 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
The Specific Plan 03-067 is organized in four sections.
Section 1: Introduction. 'J1lis section provides an overview of the document, project setting and
history, exiting approvals, the legislative authorify for the specific plan process and the method of
compliance with the California Environmental Qualify Act (CEQA).
Section l: Plans, Programsf and Guidelines. This section provides the organfz.ational frame-
work of the Land Use Plan and related plan exlnl>its. This section establishes the land use poli·
cy for the Specific Plan 03-067 area and provides the design guidelines which set design and
development criteria and direction for individual projects within the Specific Plan boundary.
Subsequent to the filing of the Specific Plan documents. separate Use Permit applications will be
filed which will delineate development criteria for the golf clubhouse and ancillary support struc-
tures and buildings. residential units, and supporting maintenance facility areas .
Section 3: Zoning and Development Regulations. This section establishes the zoning appli-
cable to land within the Specific Plan 03-067 area boundary. Development Regulations are pre-
sented for each PlBDD:ing Area within the Specific Plan boundary .
Sectfon 4: General Plan Consistency. This section uses the key Iaiid use issues statement of
each element of the City of La Quinta General P1an .as .. the..b.asis.for .. e:v.aluating..the .. co, ... ns .... 1s...,te .... n .... cy.~of._ ___ _
the Specific Plan 03-067 with the City of La Quinta General Plan.
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1.2 PURPOSE AND INTENT
The Specific Plan presented herein is a comprehensive p]anning and development document
intended to guide development of lands within the Specific Plan 03w067 area boundary. This do~
wnent establishes development plans, guidelines, and regulations for the project plan area and
specifies development criteri~ for various use permit entitlements scheduled to be developed
within the plan area.
This document is intended to insure a high quality of development consistent with the goals,
objectives, and policies of the City of La Quinta General Plan and the goals of the Coral Option
1, LLC, develo~ of the property. These goals include:
• Implementation of a plan which recognizest and wherever possiblet protects fue environmental
characteristics of the property;
• Creation of a community with a balance of appropriate land uses and a range of housing
types;
• Development of complementary recreational and commercial facilities which will serve a
range of housing types;
• Development of a community which provides a safe, secure and ecologically sound
living environment
This Specific Plan guides the standard of development for Specific Plan 03w067 and is structured
to provide a degree of flexibility to address market"driven demand changes. The Specific Plan 03-
067 Amendment II establishes and updates the design and development zoning policies applica-
ble to development within the Specific Plan area described herein and establishes the regulations
and standards which serve as the ordinance and development regulation for the property.
This docwnents removes all land area south of Avenue 60 from the existing Specific Plan land area,
which is concurrently being processed under the "Trilogy at La Quinta. Shea Homes Community."
1.2 Specific Pltt.n 03-067
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This document removes all land area West of Madison Street from the existing Specific Plan
land area, which is concurrently being processed as "Coral Mountain" Specific Plan by
CM Wave Development, LLC.
Sunrise LQ,
LLC and Freedman Leff Investments, LLC, developers of the property. These goals
include:
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1.3 PROJECT REGIONAL SETTING
Exhibit 1
In 1999 the project was renamed to "Coral Mountain" after a significant landform. which bas been
historically referred to as "Coral Reef Mountain.,, This significant geological feature forms part of
what is referred to as the "Remnant of Ancient Shoreline" on the Recreation & Thoroughfare Map
of Desert Communities.
The Coachella Valley is divided into the Upper and Lower Coachella Valley Land Use Planning
Area profiles and the project site is located witWn the Lower Coachella Land Use Planning Area.
The predominant land use in the area is agriculture, including dry farming and citriculture, while
a large portion of the Planning Area is vacant, nonMirrigated desert. Several sections ofland in the
Planning Area are under Indian (Torres Martinez and Augustine Indian reservations) and Bureau
of Land Management (BLM) ownership. The resulting checkerboard pattern is found throughout
eastern Riverside Cmmty.
Coral Mountain Specific Plan Amendment 1 included 1,280 aores of flat, slightly sloping land.
Approximately 355 acres have been added to the plan area bringing the total acreage of the pr~
vious plan to roughly 1635 The elevation ranges from approximately sea level in the western por-
tion of the site to 90 feet below sea level in the eastern portion .
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The Coral Mountain Specific Plan Amendment I (Original Specific Plan) included 1,280 acres
of flat, slightly sloping land. Approximately 355 acres have been added to the plan area
bringing the total acreage of the previous plan to roughly 1,635 acres. The elevation ranges
from approximately sea level in the western portion of the site to 90 feet below sea level in the
eastern portion.
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1.4 PROJECT LOCAL SETIING
The Specific Plan boundary is within the City of La Quinta, a 31 square mile municipality lo cat~
ed in the southwestern portion of the Coachella Valley. The City> which was in90rporated in 1982,
is bounded on the west by the City of Indian Wells, on the east, by the City of Indio and~verside
County, on the north by Riverside County. and Federal and County lands to the South.
The amended Specific Plan project site is generally defined by Avenue 58 along the Northerly
boundacy, Monroe Street to the East, Avenue 60 to the South, and to the West, vacant land and
portions of the flood control dike.
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AVENUE 60 Exhibit 2
Specific Plan 03..067 is accessible from Interstate 10 by way of Jefferson Street and Madison
Street or Monroe Street
The Specific Plan 03-067 project continues the implementation of a network of General Plan
roads and infrastructure within the City's Master Plan for development and exemplifies a quality
·-of growth that reiterates the City's emergence as a desert resort community with the highest stan-
dards for resort residential and recreational development.
1.4 Speoifio Plan 03-067
The Andalusia Country Club Specific Plan boundary is within the City of La Quinta, a 31
square mile municipality located in the southwestern portion of the Coachella Valley. The
City, which was incorporated in 1982, is bounded on the west by the City of Indian Wells,
on the east by the City of Indio and Riverside County, on the north by Riverside County,
and Federal and County lands to the South.
The amended Specific Plan project site as provided in Amendment V is now generally
defined by Avenue 58 along the Northerly boundary, Monroe Street to the East, Avenue 60
to the South, and Madison Street to the West.
Property adjacent to Specific Plan 03-067 is designated by the General Plan for a variety of land
uses. Low Density Residential (LDR) uses are proposed and existing to the north and south of the
property. The property west of the project site is designated Parks and Recreatio n.
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Coral Mountain Specific Plan.
The development plan for the Specific Plan 03-067 plan area includes:
The development of two championship golf courses and Club amenities;
The development of 1,400 residential units ;
The development of supporting infrastructure to assure adequate facilities and services.
PROPOSED SPECIFIC PLAN 03-067
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1.6 ENABLING LEGISLATION
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• The authority to prepare, adopt, and implement the Coral Mountain Specific Plan is
granted to the City of La Quinta by the California Government Code (Title 7, Division 1,
Chapter 3, Article 8, Sections 65450 through 65457).
• As with General Plans, the Planning Commission must hold a public hearing before it can
recommend to the City Council the adoption of a Specific Plan or an amendment thereto.
The City Council of La Quinta may adopt a Specific Plan and/or an amendment to the
Specific Plan by either ordinance or resolution.
• The Specific Plan 03-067 is a regulatory document that, once adopted, will serve as the
General Plan, the Zoning Ordinance, and Development Cod~ (Specific Plan) for fue
amended plan area. As such, the adopted plan, once inc01poraied by reference, makes
consistent the La Quinta General Plan. Upon completion of the Specific Plan amendment
and adoption process, future development must be consistent with 1he Specific Plan and
amendments thereto .
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1.7 CEQA COMPLIANCE
Specific Plan 03-067
The following statements address the City of La Quin1a's responsibility to address CEQA com-
pliance in the preparation of a Negative Declaration of environmental impact (NEG-DEC).
(a) The lead agency or responsible agency shall prepare an addendum. to a previously
certified BIR if some changes or additions are necessary but none of the conditions
descnbed in Section 15162 calling for preparation of a subsequent Em. have occurred
(b) An addendum to an adopted Negative Declaration may be prepared if only minor
technical changes or additions are necessary.
( c) An addendum need not be circulated for public review but can be included in or attached
to the final BIR or adopted Negative Declaration
(d) The decision making body shall consider the addendum with the final .Em. or adopted
negative declaration prior to making a decision on the project
( e) A brief explanation of ~e decision not to prepare a subsequent BIR pursuant to Section
15162 should be included. in an addendum to an BIR, the lead agency's :findings on the
project, or elsewhere in the record. The explanation must be supported by substantial evidence.
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-2 Plans, Programs and Guidelines
2.1 THE LAND USE CONCEPT
1. Residential Uses
The project encompasses two residential "neighborhoods" located on either side of Madison Street
One of the "neighborhoods" is envisioned as a private country club featuring one of the two 18
hole championship golf courses and corresponding low density neighborhoods, and the other
"neighborhoods11 is envisioned as a low to medium density residential offering within the second
championship course.
Product types may include single-family detached and attached units. Residential development is
anticipated to occur over approximately 50% of the total acreage 'within the Specific Plan area
with the balance of the property in open space, golf course, and other recreation based land use .
2. Commercial Use
Commercial development is proposed to be located on approximately 10 acres of land located on
the Southwest & Southeast comer of Madison Street and Avenue 58. Commercial development will
consist of a mixture of commercial retail and resort-related commercial development It is antici-
pated that the commercial retail development will include both neighborhood commercial and visi-
tor serving commercial uses.
3. Parks/ Open Space/ Recreation
_ The primary recreational component of the development will be two 18-hoJe championship golf
courses designed by Rees Jones which will occupy approximately 45% of the Specific Plan area
In addition to its function as a recreational component, the golf course will also provide a visual
amenity within the Specific Plan area with a significant number of residential units having
frontage on and/or views of the golf courses. The conceptual layout for the golf courses is shown
on the Master Plan graphic. Individual developments within the Specific Plan area may have addi-
tional recreational amenities including tennis and swimming facilities .
4. Circulation
The circulation plan for Specific Plan 03-067 is intended-to-utili7.e-existinlrlocal-a:rea-roadways---------
to provide the access to the SPecific Plan area. These roadways include Avenue 60, Avenue 58,
Avenue 62, Monroe Street and Madison Street. The internal circulation system will consist of a
series of loop roads providing access to the individual residential and recreational components
within the Specific Plan area
Additional information is provided in the Circulation element of this document iii Section 2.S .
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The project encompasses two residential "neighborhoods" located on the East side of
Madison Street. The main "neighborhood" is envisioned as a private country club
featuring an 18 hole championship golf course and corresponding low density
neighborhoods, with another smaller “neighborhood” envisioned as low to medium
density residential units next to the club house and its recreational facilities.
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2.1.1 Planning Area Breakdown
The Specific Plan 03-067 document breaks the plan area into six distinct sub areas, with
corresponding "site driven" development regulations and design criteria. These Planning Areas
are depicted in Exhibit 4 shown below.
Planning Areas within the Specific Plan 03-067 Community
Planning Area 1 is characterized by the club facilities, supporting parking and circulation
elements, and associated open space area.
Planning Area II is defined by villa residential dwelling units of one and two stories with
associated pools and open space areas.
Planning Area III is defined by various residential dwelling product types of one and two stories
with associated pools, spas and open space areas.
Planning Area IV is defined by the golf and open space maintenance facilities.
Planning Area V is defined by the neighborhood commercial site and its supporting parking and
circulation elements.
Planning Area VI addresses golf course areas and the primary stormwater management and
retention zone of the plan area .
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-Multifamily Residential Use
-Residentia l Use
-GoU & Open Space Maintenance
-Neighborhood Commercial
-Goll Course
2.2 Specific Plan 03-067
2.2 LAND USE
2.2.1 Land Use I General Plan Context
The Specific Plan 03-067 amends the existing Specific Plan I and implements the City of La
Quinta General Plan by bringing together detailed policies and regulations into a focused devel-
opment plan for the Specific Plan area. The Specific Plan 03-067 is a regulatory document which,
when adopted by the City Council of La Quinta, governs all facets of project development includ-
ing the distribution ofland uses, location and sizing of supporting infrastructure, as well as devel-
opment standards and regulations for uses within the plan area
The location and alignment of the land uses and zones depicted herein are diagrammatic. The
precise layout within subsequent site development permit applications for the resort residential
unit clusters, recreation amenities and clubhouse and support facilities will determine the actual
alignment and adjacency of each land use category.
This Specific Plan is prepared as a link between the La Quinta General Plan and subsequent
development proposals for individual planning areas within the Specific Plan 03-067.
The Land Use Element of the La Quinta General Plan identifies and establishes the City's policy
relative to the planned future patte~ intensity, density and relationships of land uses in the City
as well as in the Specific Plan 03·067 plan area addressed herein. The purpose of the Land Use
Element within the City's General Plan is to establish official City and plan area policy which:
• Identifies the general types, locations and distribution of land uses desired in La Quinta
at buildout;
• Identifies standards for land uses relative to population and building density/intensity and
the character and compatibility of land uses;
• Identifies desired courses of action/ strategies which provide the means to implement the
community's land use policies while implementing the Specific Plan .
The Specific Plan 03-067 establishes consistency with. and implements the City's General Plan
by:
• Specifying the land uses in the plan area~
·• Delineating standards for land use compatibility with the City's policies;
• Providing the framework for development in an orderly manner;
• Making consistent the General Plan Land Use and Zoning Category for the property and
the City's General Plan.
Specific Plan 03·067 2.3
Original
2.2.2 Existing General Plan I Land Use
The Existing General Plan/Land Use for the plan area is Low Density Residential allowing 2-4
Dwelling Units per acre.
The adopted general plan and corresponding zone classification for Medium and Low Density
Residential -LDR allows for a variety of h.ousing types and supporting land use within the resi-
dential residential use. Golf use is currently allowed
Residential La.nd Uses
Z.4
Low Density Residential -LDR
Medium density ResidentiaJ -MDR
Golf-G
Major Community Facility-MC
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Commercial Land Uses
General Commercial - GC
Open Space Recreation - OSR
2.2.3 Proposed General Plan I Land Use
The proposed General Plan/Land Use for the plan area provides for Low DensitY Residential land use
· allowing up to 4 Dwelling Units per acre as well as sites for a Neighborhood Commercial center.
The adopted General Plan classification for Low Density Residential ~ LDR allows for a variety
of housing types and supporting land use within the low density residential residential use . The
adopted General Plan classification for Neighborhood Commercial-NC allows for a limited range
of neighborhood serving commercial uses .
Proposed Land Use
Low Density Residential -LOR
Neighborhood Commercial -NC
Golf-G
Specific Plan 03-067 4.5
General Commercial - GC
a site for a General Commercial use:
General GC
Open Space Recreation (Golf) - OSR
2.3 ZONfNG
2.3.I Exis ting Zon ing
The corresponding zone classification for residential , community faciliti es , and golf cours e use
allows for a variety of housing types and supporting land use within the plan ar ea.
Residential Land Uses
2.6
Low Density Residential -RL
Medium Density Residential -RM
Golf Course -GC
Major Community Facility -MC
Spec ific Plan 03 -067
Commercial Land Uses
Neighborhood Commercial - CN
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2.3.2 Proposed Zoning
The proposed Zoning for the plan area includes Low Density Residential (RL) allowing up to 4
dweJling units per acre and Neighborhood Commercial (CN).
The corresponding zone classification for Low Density Residential -RL allows for a variety of
housing types and supporting land use within the low density residential use. The corresponding
zone classification for Neighborhood Commercial (CN) allows for a limited variety of commer-
cial land use and support facilities within the Neighborhood Commercial use.
Zoning Classifications
Low Density Residential -RL
Neighborhood Commercial (CN)
Golf Course -GC
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2.4 THE LAND USE MASTER PLAN
The Land Use Master Plan for the third amendment to the Coral Mountain Specific Plan reflects
the development goal of providing a variety of residential units in a secluded setting of two
championship golf courses and other private and semi-private recreational amenities.
The Land Use Master Plan graphically delineates the proposed uses located within each planning
area of the overall amended Specific Plan. The Master Plan includes complementary
architecture in all product types and common area buildings and club facilities as well as a
hierarchy of landscape setbacks, pedestrian areas, and connecting circulation systems for
pedestrians, bicycles and carts.
Development regulations for each planning area are presented in Section 3 -Zoning and
Development Regulations. The Master Plan proposes 1400 units in Planning Area I and II
distributed within a gross area of approximately 490 acres . These buildings are arranged in
configurations which may include detached units, townhome styled units and/or stacked flats of
two, four , and six units each. Additionally, a 10 acre neighborhood commercial area is being
planned adjacent to the intersection of Madison Street and Avenue 58. The balance of the
property is planned to be golf and open space use for the benefit of residents and their guests.
Planning Area I is characterized by the club facilities, supporting parking circulation elements,
and associated open space area. This facility includes resident and guest serving recreation
facilities and supporting uses for all residents and guests.
Planning Area II is defined by Villa Residential dwelling units of one and two stories with
associated pools and open space area. These units are envisioned as attached and detached
townhome "Casitas".
Planning Area III is defined by various residential dwelling product types of one and two stories
with associated pools and spas and associated open space areas . These units are envisioned as
attached and detached single family units.
Planning Area IV is defined by the golf and open space maintenance facilities .
Planning Area V is defined by the Neighborhood Commercial site and its supporting parking and
circulation elements. This site is envisioned to be developed as a pedestrian -scale neighborhood
serving a commercial area.
Planning Area VI is defined by the two golf course areas and associated open space, also serving
as which is the primary stormwater management and retention zone of the plan area.
2.8 Specific Plan 03 ~067
fifth
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650
250
4.5planned in the Southeast corner of the intersection of Madison Street and Avenue 58. The balance
of the property is planned to be golf and open space use for the benefit of residents and their guests.
II III
original Specific Plan reflects
Planning Area VI is defined by the golf course area and associated open space, also serving as
the primary stormwater management and retention zone of the plan area.
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2.4.1 Land Use By Planning Area
A detailed discussion of the proposed land use for the Specific Plan 03-067 and the resulting
change in development intensity is presented for each of the six planning zones. The Existing
Land Use Table illustrates a tabulation of existing land use, existing zoning, acreage and
densities within each planning area.
A range of land use categories are provided within the boundary of the Specific Plan 03-067 .
These include land use for the Golf and open space within the plan, various residential uses, a
limited neighborhood serving commercial use and supporting ancillary facilities for proposed
land uses.
The plan area is broken into six distinct planning areas. Development and Zoning criteria
responding to the environment within each planning area is presented for each use area.
The diagram below delineates the limits of each Planning Area and their relationship to the
amended Coral Mountain Plan boundary.
Golf Club &: Recreation Am•nitl•~
-Mullifamlly Residential Use
-Residential Use
-Golf &c Open Space Maintenance
-Neighborhood Commercial
-Golf Course
2.9 Specific Plan 03-067
Planning Area I
Golf and Tennis Clubhouse Land Use
Planning Area I is the intended site for the Specific Plan 03-067 Club facilities and is located in
the central portion of the easterly half of the master plan area. Primary access to the Club
facilities is provided from the main project entry point from Madison Street through a secure
entry gate . Planning area I is approximately 10 acres and is delineated herein.
Club
FIGURE2
Pedestrian and cart access throughout the plan is provided on surface streets and other open
space paths to facilitate alternative modes of transportation to and from residential areas and
other local offsite areas such as the Commercial element of the plan at the intersection of
Madison and Avenue 58.
Club Facilities will include golf and tennis locker rooms, meeting rooms, indoor and outdoor,
restaurants, lounge areas, kitchen and food preparation and support facilities, as well as five to
ten tennis courts, swimming pool, sauna, and spa amenities.
2.10 Specific Plan 03-067
PLANNING AREA I
TABLE I
PLANNING AREA I -EXISTING LAND USE
Existing Land Use Description -Vacant Flat Terrain
~RALP /LAN USE QNB UNITS
LDR RL 10 VACANT
SUBTOTALS 10
TABLE2
PLANNING AREA I -PROPOSED LAND USE
Proposed Land Use Description-Club Amenities
G GC 10
SUBTOTALS 10
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OSR GC
OSR
Planning Area II
Residential Land Use
Planning Area II is adjacent to the club facilities site with internal access to residential facilities
from the club access road. Residential uses configured as attached and detached single, duplex,
triplex and fourplex units are planned for the land area within Planning Area IL
Uni t count and distribution is described in the accompanying tables and graphics. Within
Planning Area II there are 71 units---proposed on 16 acres of generally flat terrain. This mix of
residential buildings and anci ll ary recreation amenities results in a net density of five dwelling
units per acre.
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PLANNING AREA II
TABLE3
PLAJ\TNING AREA II -EXISTING LAND USE
Existing Land Use Description -Vacant Flat Terrain
PENERAL PLAN/.LAND USE -ZONE ACRES J UNITS DENS1TY
LDR RL 16
SUBTOTALS 23
TABLE4
PLANNING AREA II -PROPOSED LAND U SE
Residential Us e
ZONE ACRES UNITS
LDR RL 16 80
SUBTOTALS 23 80
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16
MDR RM
MDR RM
16
16
Planning Area ID
Residential Land Use
Land use in Planning Area m is distributed generally within the entire project site with internal
access to residential units provided from a main project loop road. Both attached and detached
single family units are planned for the land area within Planning Area III.
Unit count and distribution is described in accompanying tables and graphics .
2.14 Specific Plan 03·067
PLANNING AREA ID
TABLES
PLANNING AREA ID -EXISTING LAND USE
Existing Land Use Description -Vacant Flat Terrain
LDR RL
SUBTOTALS
TABLE6
PLANNING AREA Ill -PROPOSED LAND USE
Proposed Land Use Description -Residential Use
LDR RL
SUBTOTALS
Specific Plan 03-067
477
477
477
477
1320 2.8
1320 2.8
2.15
250
250
250
250
650
650
2.6
2.6
Planning Area IV
Golf and Open Space Maintenance Facilities
Land use in Planning Area IV is located on 3 acres adjacent to the intersection of Madison Street
and Avenue 60 on the northeast comer of the intersection. Access to the site is provided from
Avenue 60 as well as from the internal plan.
A Site Development Permit shall be applied for prior to development of 1he Golf Maintenance
Facility.
2.16 Specific Plan 03-067
PLANNING AREA IV
TABLE7
PLANNING AREA JV -EXISTING LAND USE
Existing Land Use Description -Vacant Flat Terrain
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LDR RL 3 VACANT
SUBTOTALS J
TABLES
PLANNING AREA IV· PROPOSED LAND USE
Proposed Land Use Description -Golf Maintenance Facilities
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SUBTOTALS 3 0
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Planning Area V
Neighborhood Commercial Land Use
Planning Area Vis located at the intersection of Madison Street and Avenue 58 , and is planned to
be accessed from either arterial roadway adjacent to the two sites . Pedestrian and cart access from
the internal area is also planned to facilitate alternative modes of transportation to and from the
two sites.
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Planning Area V has a total of 10 acres of Neighborhood Commercial development with access
from either side of Madison street or the south side of Avenue 58. Acreage of the two adjacent
conunercial lots are not required to be precisely equal in square footage. Planning Area V
encompasses 10 acres and is described in accompanying tables and graphics .
2.18 Specific Plan 03-067
Planning Area V has a total of 4.5 acres of Neighborhood Commercial development with
access from Madison Street or the south side of Avenue 58. Planning Area V encompasses 4.5
acres and is described in accompanying tables and graphics.
Planning Area V is located at the Southeast corner of the intersection of Madison Street and
Avenue 58 and is planned to be accessed from either arterial roadway adjacent to the site.
Pedestrian and cart access from the internal area is also planned to facilitate alternative
modes of transportation to and from the site.
PLANNING AREA V
TABLE9
PLANNING AREA V -EXISTING LAND USE
Existing Land Use Description -Vacant Flat Terrain
LDR RL
SUBTOTALS
TABLE 10
PLANNING AREA V -PROPOSED LAND USE
10
10
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Proposed Land Use Description -Neighborhood Serving Commercial
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SUBTOTALS 10 0
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Planning Area VI
Reaidential (8upporting) Land Use -Golf Course I Open Space
Planning Area VI is distributed generally throughout the Plan Area and represents the majority of
the project site acreage. The two 18-hole championship golf courses will occupy approximately
421 acres, which is approximately 50% of the Specific Plan area. In addition to its function as a
recreational facility, the golf course component will also provide a significant visual amenity
within the Specific Plan area with the vast majority of residential units having frontage on and/or
views of the golf courses. The conceptual layout for the golf courses is shown on the Master Plan
Exhibit.
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Distribution of this land use is described in accompanying tables and graphics. An Employee
parking lot is sited in the northeast comer of the project adjacent to Avenue 58 allowing employ-
ee access to the site via internal circulation paths .
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295 50
PLANNING AREA VI
TABLE ll
PLANNING AREA IV -EXISTING LAND USE
Existing Land Use Description -Vacant Flat Terrain
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SUBTOTALS
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PLANNING AREA IV -PROPOSED LAND USE
Proposed Land Use Description
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SUBTOTALS 421 0
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SUMMARY TOTALS
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EXISTING LAND USE
GENERAL PLAN/LAND USE ZONE ACRES UNITS ORO.SS DENSITY
LDR RL 934 1400 1.4 D.U.'s/AC
SUBTOTALS
TABLE14
PROPOSED LAND USE
GENERAL PLAN/LAND USE ZONE ACRES UNITS NET DENSITY
LDR RL 497 1400 2.8 D.U.'s/AC
NC CN 10
G GC 427
SUBTOTALS 934 2.8 D.U.'s/AC
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650 2.6
2.6
2.5 CIRCULATION PLAN
The proposed circulation system for the Specific Plan 03-067 addresses the requirements of the
City of La Quinta General Plan Circulation Element by providing a hierarchy of vehicular traffic
ways with pedestrian paths within the plan area. The Circulation Plan for the Specific Plan 03-067
utilizes existing circulation element roadways adjacent to and internal to the project area
(Madison Street) to provide primary access to the Specific Plan area. These roadways include
Avenue 60, Avenue 58 , Avenue 62, Monroe Street and Madison Street.
The internal circulation system of the amended plan for Coral Mountain will consist of a series
of loop roads providing access to the individual residential and recreational components within
the Specific Plan area. Cul-de-sac neighborhood streets/drives will utilize the internal loop spines
in assuring a "private neighborhood feel''. It is anticipated that the internal loop collector system
will consist of private streets .
The proposed circulation plan for the Specific Plan 03-067 is illustrated below and will consist of
im.B[ovement of roadways surrounding the Specific Plan area, including 58th Street to the north,
60 Street to the south and Monroe to the east. The Specific Plan area is bisected by Madison
Street, which, pursuant to the standards set forth in Specific Plan 218 approved in Riverside
County has been improved as a 110' right of way. Similarly, 6oth Street has been constructed as a
? street, including full median construction, as a 100' ri~t of way. Except for the tie-in to Madison
Street, it is anticipated that both Monroe Street and 58 Street will be constructed in accordance
with the City of La Quinta General Plan Circulation Element Standards in conjunction with the
development of an internal loop road system to serve development within the project.
The proposed Circulation Plan for the Specific Plan 03 -067 is illustrated below and will consist of
improvement of the roadways surrounding the Specific Plan area to General Plan Circulation Element
Standards and development of an internal loop road system to serve development within the project.
- -Neighborhood Drives -~
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Car/Cart Tunnel
Primary Entry
Seconduy Entry
Service Entry ---'--
Exhibit 5
Specific Plan 03-067
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60th Street to the south and Monroe to the east. The Specific Plan area's Western boundary is
Madison Street, which, pursuant to the standards set forth in Specific Plan 218 approved in
Riverside County, has been improved as a 110' right of way. Similarly, 60th Street has been
constructed as a street, including full median construction, as a 100' right of way. Except for the
tie-in to Madison Street, it is anticipated that both Monroe Street and 58th Street will be
constructed in accordance with the City of La Quinta General Plan Circulation Element
Standards in conjunction with the development of an internal loop road system to serve
development within the project.
Individual cluster access drives are proposed with generous setbacks from the arrival boulevard
and interior loop road t~ provide safe ingress and egress from individual residences .
Within the Specific Plan area, the circulation system bas been designed to accomplish the fol-
lowing:
• Provide for internal private roadways that respond to the proposed development corridors
while providing a safe route for project ingress and egress;
• Provide for a private street with access to Madison Street, and to facilitate the internal
network of planned pivate roadways to adequately serve residential areas and other amenities.
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2.5.1 Offslte Improvements
• The offsite public streets surrounding the project are currently developed in accordance
with La Quinta City Engineering and Public Works Department standards and will be
constructed incrementally in accordance with the applicable General Plan designations.
City-wide mass transit systems and stops are accessible along perimeter public thorough
fares . Perimeter landscape improvements shall be implemented along the project frontage.
• The o:ffsite trails system is consistent with the La Quinta General Plan multipurpose and
Bridal Trails plan to allow safe access to the trail head and staging area currently
operational at the westerly terminus of Avenue 58 at Lake Cahmlla.
2.5.2 Onsite Improvements
The following mitigation measures are recommended to reduce potential circulation impacts
associated with the proposed project and shall be implemented in a phased manner in conjunction
with adjacent planning area(s) requiring roadway ~provements.
Bus stops will be provided on Avenue 58 in the vicinity of the project service entry and along
Avenue 60 in the vicinity of the Maintenance Building employee entry.
• All internal divided roads will have a minimum pavement width of 20 feet (divided roads)
per lane to accommodat.e minimum. design criteria for fire equipment access . All other
roads shall have a minimum pavement of 28 fe.et (internal streets and drives).
• Each subdivision shall comply with the on-site and off-site street improvement
recommendations and mitigation measures as required by the City Engineer.
• All sections shall be approved by the City of La Quinta Transportation Department.
• All access points shall conform to appropriate street classification per City standards for
access spacing.
• Commercial uses shall be per the General Plan. Neighborhood commercial uses must be
located along secondary or greater highways, or near intersections with secondary highways .
• The offsite trails system is consistent with the La Quinta General Plan multipurpose and
Bridal Trails plan to allow safe access to the trail head and staging area. currently
operational at the westerly terminus of Avenue 58 at Lake Cahuilla.
Specific Plan 03-067
• Any landscaping within public road rights-of-way will require approval by the
Community Development Department and assurance of continuing maintenance through
the establishment of a landscape maintexµmce district or similar mechanism as approved
by the City.
• No textured pavement accents will be allowed witbln City right-of-ways.
Image Corridor Standards for the Specific Plan Area
Development adjacent to the City of La Quinta General Planned Image Corridors located on
Monroe Street, A venue 60: Madison Street and A venue 58 shall be restricted to a height
limitation of22' from pad grade within a setback distance of 150' from the Right-of .. Way. Rear
and side yard setbacks for lots adjacent to the Image Corridors shall be expanded to a minimum
of25' per La Quinta Municipal Zoning Code Section 9.50 .020.
2.26 Specific Plan 03-067
2.6 MASTER PLAN SUPPORTING ELEMENTS
Open Space, Recreation, and Infrastructure Plans and Concepts
Within the Specific Plan 03-067, the Open Space, Recreation and Infrastructure Plan identifies
and establishes the plan policy relative to the management of open space and recreation ameni-
ties within the plan area boundary as well as delineates infrastructure supporting the plan area.
The pmpose of this plan is to establish development policies and a philosophy which identifies
resources and facility sites in the plan area, which shall be managed to prevent waste, destruction,
or abuse of natural or man made amenities or resources.
PROJECT SETTING
The 934 acre project area is within the City of La Quinta, a 51 square mile mwlicipality located
in the southwestern portion of the Coachella Valley. The City, which was incorporated in 1982,
is bounded on the west by the City of Indian Wells, on the east by the City of Indio and Riverside
. County, on the north by Riverside County, and Federal and County lands to the south.
The second amendment to the Specific Plan project site is generally defined by Avenue 58 along
the Northerly boundary, Monroe Street to the East, Avenue 60 to the South, and to the West vacant
I.and and portions of the flood control dike .
2.6.1 Open Space and Recreation
The Specific Plan 03-067 Master plan utilizes open· space and recreation as a fwidamental concept
for the development Extensive recreational amenities have been incorporated into the design of
the project to serve future residents. The primary recreational component of the development will
be the two 18-hole championship golf courses . In addition to its function as a recreational facili-
ty. the golf course component will also provide a visual amenity within the Specific Plan area with
a significant nwnber of residential units having frontage on and/or views of the golf courses.
Individual developments within the Specific Plan area may have additional recreational amenities
including tennis and swimming facilities to augment the recreation base of the community.
The conceptual layout for the golf courses and private club facilities are illustrated on the master
plan graphic.
Specific Plan 03-067
550
The fifth amendment to the Specific Plan project site is generally defined by Avenue 58
along the Northerly boundary, Monroe Street to the East, Avenue 60 to the South, and
Madison Street to the West.
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2.6.2 Infrastructure and Utilities Plan
The infrastructure system planned to serve the Specific Plan 03-067 project described below will
be designed to provide a coordinated system of infrastructure and public services to adequately
serve the plan area at full buildout. Standards for infrastructure and public services relative to
land use intensity envisioned for the plan area will be served by the following utilities:
• Sewer
• Water
• Electricity
• Gas
-Coachella Valley Water District (CVWD)
.. Coachella Valley Water District (CVWD)
-Imperial Irrigation District (IID)
-Southern California Gas Company
2.6.3 Water and Sewer Plan
The intent of the Specific Plan 03-067 is to utilize existing water and sewer facilities where pos-
sible, and to provide additional or upgraded facilities as necessary. Warer and sewer service for
the Specific Plan area is provided by the Coachella Valley Water District (CVWD). The CVWD
provides domestic water from wells . Agricultural water used for irrigation is a surface water
source . An underground irrigation distribution system providing water to the valley, traverses the
western portion of the Specific Plan 03-067 property from the northwest to the southwest. The
Specific Plan 03-067 will conform to the requirements of the CVWD 's current and future pro-
graillS and requirements pertaining to water management and conservation.
Sewer Service
The Specific Plan area would be served by a series of standard sewer lines and laterals linking to
existing 18" force mains located in Avenue 60 and Madison Street Pumping facilities would be
located as necessary within the Specific Plan area to transport sewage to the existing trunk lines.
The CVWD has indicated its ability to provide sewer service to the Specific Plan area.
Domestic Water Service
Domestic water would be distributed to individual residential units by standard water lines to be
located within road rights-of-way. New water lines would need to be installed in conjunction with
road improvements to serve the proposed Specific Plan 03-067 development. The developer will
be required to construct domestic water lines, transmission mains and reservoir sites to accom-
modate the water demands for this project. CVWD will require a well site for eacn 70 acres of
developed land. The location of such well sites will be subject to CVWD approval.
2.28 Specific Plan 03..:067
be required to construct domestic water lines, transmission mains and reservoir sites to
accommodate the water demands for this project. CVWD requires a well site for each 70
acres of developed land. The final number and location of such well sites will be subject to
CVWD approval.
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Irrigation Water
The sources for irrigation water for the golf courses and other landscape features within the
Specific Plan area will be provided by reclaimed or canal water. These waters will be stored in
lakes and ponds located throughout the golf courses. The existl,::lg underground irrigation distri-
bution system traversing the Specific Plan area is not anticipated to be disturbed in conjunction
with Specific Plan implementation. The golf courses have been routed over this irrigation line to
ensure that no residential units would be constructed on top of the underground line. Grading of
the golf course will be coordinated with CVWD in relation to the alignment of the existing or
relocated lines. CVWD reserves the right to review and approve any activity occurring within
any existing irrigation right-of~way within the Specific Plan area.
2.6.4 Electricity
All overhead public utility transmission lines for cable television, electricity and telephone are
routed or currently scheduled for installation in the vicinity of the perimeter of the Specific Plan
site. The developer will be required by IID to install to District standards . All permanent power
and telecommunications distnbution lines int.ernal to the project, will be required to install those
facilities underground per the District guidelines where possible.
2.6.S Natural Gas
AlJ natural gas transmission facilities are routed or cWTently scheduled for installation in the
vicinity of the perimeter of the Specific Plan site. The developer will be required by Southern
California Gas Company (the Gas Company) to install to the Gas Company standards . All per-
manent distribution lines internal to the project will be installed per the District guidelines.
2.6.6 Telephone
Land-based telephone services are provided by General Telephone Company in the project area
and will extend lines to the site as needed. Local cellular service is provided for that area .
2.6. 7 Refuse CoJJection
Refuse collection within the City limits is provided by an entity franchised by the City of La
Quinta and occurs in accordance with a schedule established by the franchisee and the City. It is
envisioned that unit areas of the plan will be served by extension of the contract refuse collection
services currently in place with the City. Prior to regularly scheduled pickup and removal, refuse
will be contained in a maintained swface bin environment to ensure recycling of waste materials
as appropriate and required .
Specific Plan 03 -067 2.29
2.6.8 School Service
School service in the vicinity of the Specific Plan area is provided by the Coachella Valley
Unified School District (CVUSD). It is not anticipated that significant numbers of students will
be generated by the Specific Plan due to the anticipated family characteristics of potential pur-
chasers of residential units. The applicant will contribute school fees in accordance with the
requirements of the CVUSD .
2.6.9 Law Enforcement
In general, police protection for the Specific Plan area will be provided by the Coun1y of
Riverside Sheriffs Department Police protection provided ·by the Sheriffs Department will be
augmented by security facilities to be incorporated into the Specific Plan. In general, it is antici-
pated that the entire Specific Plan area will be a gate-guarded community with its own private
security force. Primary and secondary entrances to these residential development areas will be
protected by either a guard-gated entry or by card-gated entry. The presence of such security will
reduce the dependence of the development on complete prot~ction by the Riverside County
Sheriffs Department and other City of La Quinta security personnel. In addition, it is anticipated
that many of the residences within the Specific Plan area will have their own individual private
security systems. This pattern bas been typical of other similar developments by the developer.
2.6.10 Fire Protection
Fire protection within the specific plan area will be provided by the Riverside County Fire
Department. In conjunction with their PGA West development, the developer constructed a new
fire station on the PGA West property at Madison. S1reet and Avenue 54 (the "PGA Station''). It
is anticipated that fire protection service to the specific plan area will be provided from the PGA
Station. 542 acres of the 987 acre plan area was originally entitled for 2,198 developable units .
Since originally approved, development of both the PGA West deveJopment and the Coral
Mountain specific plan areas have experienced a significant reduction in overall project densities.
As a result, the PGA Station should be more than sufficient to servjce the requirements of this
plan area.
2.6.11 Library Facilities -
The City is served by a public libracy which is administered by the Riverside County Library
System located within 6 miles of the project boundary.
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2. 7 GENERAL DESIGN GUIDELINES & STANDARDS
This section provides design guidelines and standards that apply to the Coral Mountain Specific
Plan area. The general guidelines presented herein are an extension of the approved Coral
Mountain Specific Plan Amendment I Design Guidelines and in many cases paraphrase the prior
approval document where applicable.
Many of the guidelines and standards, though applicable throughout the project, only apply in cer-
tain situations or in conjunction with certain uses and/or building types. Those guidelines that
have no specific call-out or geographic reference point can be assumed to apply uniformly
throughout the project site. It should be noted that these design guidelines and standards do not
replace or reduce applicable subdivision requirements of the City of La Quint.a and/or as modi-
fied by the adopted Coral Mountain Specific Plan Amendment I.
1be following major topic areas are incorporated in this section: The Overall Community
Themes, Commercial and Ancillary Buildings and Sites, Club Facilities, Residential Buildings,
and Grading Guidelines and Standards.
Specific Plan 03-067 Community Theme
The Specific Plan 03-067 Master Plan will rely on the Rancho La Quinta project as a baseline for
architectural and landscape architectural sfBndards . These design guidelines will assist the devel-
oper of the Specific Plan 03-067 project to execute a built environment that incorporates the fol-
lowing main concepts:
• Develop a community that is visually attractive and captures the essence of the surroundings.
• Incorporate a variety of open space and recreational uses (active and passive).
• Design a planned commwtity that complements existing development in the surrounding
area and is compatible with the surrowiding environment.
• Establish densities that are consistent with development patterns of surrounding areas .
• Recognize the unique nature of Coral Mountain as a community within a community that
meets the Jiving and recreational needs of future residents of the City of La Quinta.
• Develop high quality golf courses to create a strong community identity and
long-term value.
The design guidelines contained in this subsection arc intended to establish a consistent design
approach among site planning, engineering, architecture, and landscape architectural components
while allowing flexibility in design over the build-out of the community.
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Develop a high quality golf course to create a strong community identity and long-
term value.
adopted Original Specific Plan Amendment I.
guidelines and standards that apply to the Specific Plan 03-067This section provides design
Amendment V. The general guidelines presented herein are an extension of the approved
“Original Specific Plan” Design Guidelines and in many cases paraphrase the prior approval
document where applicable.
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The design guidelines for Specific Plan 03-067 are intended to:
Assist in implementing the design intent of the Specific Plan by establishing project design
compatibility among different residential densities and land uses;
Provide a consistent approach to site planning and the design of buildings, streets, sigilage,
walls and fences, lighting, landscaping, and other design elements that will endure for the life
of the community.
The guidelines provided herein suggest themes compatible with Spanish. Colonial "character" but
are not intended to limit expressions of varying architectural styles. The design guidelines pre-
sente<l herein establish the framework to achieve harmony and compatibility between residential
neighborhoods while still providing flexibility that allows for a variety of architectural expression
and interpretation. Examples of the design theme are illustrated throughout this document. These
examples are meant to convey general design concepts and are not intended to limit the range of
expression among individual builders and their professional design teams.
The guidelines are provided for the benefit of merchant builders, their planners/ designers , and
City of La Quinta staff and decision-making bodies in the review of fuhlre Specific Plan 03-067
site development proposals. As such, the design guidelines identify elements for all residential
and other land use proposals within the Specific Plan 03-067 area. These guidelines may be
incorporated into subsequent site development permits, conditional use permits, and subdivision
maps submitted to the City for approval unless it is demonstrated that certain guidelines are not
applicable, appropriate, or feasible under site-specific circumstances.
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• A range of muted color tones shall be used throughout the development within Specific
Plan 03-067.
Materials in Commercial Architecture
Roof materials shall include clay barrel tile, flat concrete tile, and concrete shakes. The color of
roofs shall provide a range of deep earth tones. The color of roof materials shall be varied to
reflect the existing surrounding architectural theme. All roofing material shall be fire retardant
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Wood, tile and wrought iron shall be appropriately incorporated as accent materials and
be consistant with the architectural style.
Commercial Area Site Planning
Appropriate site planning guidelines as discussed below shall be used to ensure functional and
aesthetic development within Specific Plan 03-067's Neighborhood Commercial center. The
guidelines are intended to be flexible and not all guidelines are applicable in all situations.
Reasonable application of guidelines in order to achieve a high quality consistency in design
theme within the adjacent architectural context will be necessary. ·
Site planning parameters shall conform to the criteria set fourth.
Flexibility in interpretation is to be implemented in site desi~ to achieve individual
expression.
Building Massing and Scale in Commercial Architecture
The character of the commercial development areas shall reflect a neighborhood scale so that
building massing does not overwhelm the street scene. The site shall be, wherever possible, low-
rise in nature to create a pleasant pedestrian scale environment.
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Building wall planes, particularly on the front elevation, shall be offset to create interest
along the street, to provide a desirable pedestrian scale, and avoid visual monotony.
Single-story plate lines are encouraged on the front elevation. Second-story wall planes
shall be offset to effectively break up the building mass and reduce the perceived building
scale as viewed from the street.
Singlo-story plate lines with second-story wall setbacks are encouraged on side and
rear elevations.
Side elevations shall provide the same level of articulation and detail as the front elevations
Articulated roofscapes shall be created through the use of a variety of roof fotms.
Repetitious gable ends along front and rear elevations shall be minimized .
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2. 7.3 The Specific Plan 03-067 Golf and Country Club Facilities
A Clubhouse complex at the center of the Specific Plan 03-067 master plan will function as the
social center and focal point of the commwrity. This complex is comprised of:
• A clubhouse providing dining, lounge and social activity facilities club, and sport
facility pro shops, locker rooms, lowiges and golf cart storage for its championship golf
courses and supporting circulation facilities for operations of those facilities.
• Circulation facilities for golf and clubhouse operations
,. A Swim and Tennis Club featuring a pro shop, locker rooms and a restaurant/lounge area
is envisioned for Specific Plan 03 -067. The Swim and Tenni~ Club is sited within a
garden setting overlooking the courts, pools, and spas.
• A Sp_a of approximately 6,000 SF containing several treatment rooms, a steam room, a salon, and
retail is envisioned for Specific Plan 03-067 .
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Club Facility $ite Planning Guidelines
The sit.e design and planning of the Specific Plan 03-067 club facility areas such as the Golf and
Tennis Club will incorporate elements that respond to the desert climate in the same manner as
the residential components of the plan. Elements include generous patios, spacious courtyards,
arcades. plazas, and paseos. Other planning guidelines for commercial. golf and country club
facilities are listed below.
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Main buildings shall be, wherever possible, sited in landmark locations and be
easily accessible and convenient
Service areas shall be, wherever possible, sited in low-visibility areas and effectively
screened by utilizing building elements and/or landscaping.
Pedestrian access routes between adjacent uses shall be, wherever possible, incorporated
into the site design.
Pedestrian spaces shall be, wherever possible, provided by creating plazas, courtyards,
and promenades that l ink use areas.
Parking shall be, wherever possible, oriented to permit pedestrian flow to club facilities.
Pedestrian courts are encouraged, especially to accent open area access points or primary
vehicular entries and drop-offs.
The use of Landscape areas and green space to separate customer
traffic from conunercial and service traffic is encouraged.
Shared use of service areas , parking,
access, etc., shall be integrated into
the design wherever possible.
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Roof equipment shall be architecturally screened where feasible .
• Pedestrian access to adjacent uses shall be provided where feasible .
Club Facility Design Criteria
Wall Planes, Windows, and Doors
The use of wood frame windows scaled to the interior space is encouraged. Frames shall
be, wherever possible, painted or appropriately colored to match the club facility.
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The use of wood trim is encouraged on all elevations visible from a private or quasi~public
spaces . Trim shall be compatible with the building's architecture and color.
The style of windows shall be compatible with the architectural style of the building. The
use of many different window styles and or shapeson one building plane shall be avoided .
The size and proportion of panes shall be in scale to the overall wall plane.
Accent windows that have a different or articulated shap e or utilize multi~panes shall be
used to create interest on building elevations as long as they are consistent with the style
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porticos, recesses or projections, accent r :
windows or other architectural features. 1
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Porches, Balconies, and Railings
Porches shall be incorporated to the greatest extent possible.
Porches and balconies function as an extension of interior spaces to provide visual
interest, shadow, texture and shade.
Second story balconies are encouraged
to provide visual interest.
Porches and balconies shall be designed
as an integral component of the
building's architecture and style, and
shall not appear as a poorly conceived
add-on element.
Tile design of porch and balcony railings
shall complement the building 's architec-
ture and style.
Columns
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Columns used as a structural or aesthetic
design element shall convey a solid and
durable image, and shall be consistent
with the architectural sty le of the club
facility building.
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• Columns may be used as :free-standing
form, or as supports for roofs and
balconies .
Chimneys
Chimneys, particularly chimney caps,
shall be simple in design, so as not to
distract from the building.
• The design of chimneys shall be
compatible with the architectural style
of the building. Exposed metal flues
are not permitted.
Exterior Stairs
• Exterior stairways shall be simple
bold elements which complement the
architectural massing and form of the
building.
Archways
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The use of archways shall be compatible with the architectural style of the building, and
designed as a complementary component of the building or adjacent courtyard.
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When used. archways shall define or enframe space, such as entries, porticos, patios,
courtyards, and parking elements.
Walls and Fences
Walls and fences which are visible from streets, open space, or other private or quasi~public
areas, shall be compatible in material, color, and design with adjacent and/or existing
architectural elements.
Building Details
All mechanical equipment shall be screened from view by walls or fences that are
compatible with the building architecture, or by adequately sized plant material.
All utility meters are to be integrated into the architecture and screened from view.
The materials, colors, and forms of garage structures shall be con sistent with the
architectural style of the club facility neighborhood in which they are located .
Building designs that incorporate trellises and other shade structures are encouraged.
Accessory structures shall be des ign·ed to be consistent with the architecture of the
adjacent club fac ility buildings.
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Club Facility Site Planning Criteria
Club facility areas are to maintain a pedestrian friendly environment through the use of
appropriately proportioned architectural and landscape elements. Street furnishings that add to
the festive and pedestrian atmosphere surrounding the club shall be encouraged.
• Group functions and uses are encouraged at plaza spaces and recreation amenities to
promote a lively pedestrian environment.
• Arcades provide a pedestrian scale to buildings and pleasant shade cover, particularly
when used on south and west facades.
• Special areas such as paseos, plazas, and courtyards shall be created to further enhance
the pedestrian environment.
• Lighting fixtures shall be small in scale and consistent with the character and use of
exterior areas.
• Appropriately spaced benches and seating areas are to be provided for pedestrian
comfort.
• Flags or banners shall be made of durable cloth material and flown from vertical free-
standing poles or incorporated into the design of street lighting and building architecture
through the use of cantilevered poles.
Club Facility Parking
Parking (on-street and off-street) shall be designed to minimize the visual impact of parking areas .
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Off-street swface parking shall be screened from view through the use of plant material
or low walls that are consistent with the architectural style.
Landscape treatments shall be used at surface parking areas to provide shade and mini-
mize the visibility of parking areas.
Parlcing areas shall provide clearly defined pedestrian circulation.
Trash enclosures, loading docks, rubbish bins, transformers, satellite antennas, processing
equipment. and any other unsightly apparatuses must be screened from view through the
use of landscape or architectural elements that are compatible with the building architec-
ture in material, color and design.
Club Facility Massing and Scale
Offset wall planes shall be used as an integral part of the building design to provide visual artic-
ulation .
Building offsets shall be used to indicate building entries and pedestrian nodes.
Offset or angled building comers shall be used to provide subtle articulation.
The Clubhouse building massing shall consist of a mix of building heights along with the use of
focal vertical elements.
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Projections, overhangs and recesses shall be used to provide shadow, articulation, and
scale to building elevations.
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Stepping back of building elevations is encouraged to provide second story terraces and
visual articulation.
The club facility areas shall create a distinctive roofscape theme by utilizing a variety of
roof forms.
Building design shall incorporate elements that respond to the desert climate of La
Quinta through the use of courtyards, paseos, arcades and extended roof overhangs.
Materials and Colors at the Club Facility
A range of muted color tones shall be used throughout the club facility areas at Specific Plan 03-067.
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The extensive use of bright vibrant colors is di~couraged except on lim ited accent and/or
focal elements.
The color of roofs should provide a range of tones compatible with regional Spanish
traditions. All roofing material shall be fire retardant.
2. 7 .4 Residential Site Planning Guidelines
The climate in La Quinta is characterized by sunny and hot wea1her in the summer and relatively
mild winters that feature excellent air clarity. The design of residences shall incorporate elements
which respond to these conditions, such as patios, courtyards, arcades, plazas, and passageways.
In addition, extended roof overhangs shall be used to provide shade. Other residential site consid-
erations include the following:
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The placement of structures should consider prevalent environmental conditions including
sun orientation , prevailing winds and desired views.
Orientation of residential development edges should maximize view potential and access
to natural open areas and recreation areas. Open space "fingers" should extend into resi-
dential areas where possible.
Varying house configurations on corner lots is encouraged to promote variety in the street
scene and preserve sightJine.s of drivers at intersections.
A combination of side~entering and front-entering garages and varied driveway locations
are encouraged to breakup repetitive curb cuts and yard patterns.
Cul-de-sacs are encouraged to improve neighborhood safety and character.
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Guest parking shall be, wherever possible, located to provide easy access to units .
Four-way intersections within individual neighborhoods are discouraged.
Neighborhoods bordering open areas shall be, wherever possible, sited to maximize views
of the Specific Plan 03-067 course amenities, while discouraging through access .
Recreation areas/greenbelt features shall be, wherever possible, visible upon entry to
neighborhoods to enhance neighborhood value .
Individual multi-family buildings shall be, wherever possible, separated sufficiently to
provide a green space image and accommodate walks and other circulation elements.
A. Residential Architecural Design Criteria
Wall Planu, Windows, and Doors
The use of desert heat withstanding windows is encouraged. If alwninwn or vinyl frame
windows are used. the frames must be painted or appropriately colored to complement the
building and/or trim material.
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The use of multi pane windows is encouraged for front elevations which are visible from
other private or quasi-public spaces . Trim may be painted to complement the building
architecture and color.
The style of windows shall be compatible with the architectural style of the building. The
use of many different styles of windows on one building plane shall be avoided. The size
and proportion of panes shall correspond to the overall proportioning of the elevation.
Accent windows that have a different or articulated shape or utilize multi-panes shall be
used as an accent element to create interest on building elevations. Windows are to be
consistent with the regional Spanish style.
The entry ofresidential dwelling units shall be articulated as a focal point of the building's
front elevatiQn through the appropriate use of roof elements , colwnns, porticos , recesses
or projections, windows or other architectural features.
Sufficient stacking dis~ces at project entries shall be, wherever possible, provided.
Porches, Balconies, and Railings
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Front porches shall be designed, where feasible, as an integral part of buldings
to provide visual interest, as well as to promote social interaction among community
residents by providing outdoor living spaces oriented to the front of the dwelling unit.
Incorporate porches and balconies to function as extensions of interior spaces , to provide
shaded outdoor living spaces.
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Porches and balconies shall be designed as an integral component of the building and not
as a poorly conceived add-on element.
The design of porch fill:d balcony railings shall complement the building's architecture and
style.
Second stocy balconies are encouraged to provide visual interest.
Columns
Columns used as a structural or aesthetic design element shall convey a solid and durable
image, and shall be consistent with the architectural style of the building.
Colwnns may be used as a free-standing form , or as support for roofs and balconies.
Chimneys
Chimneys, particularly chimney caps, shall be simple in design, so as not to distract from
the building.
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Building Details
All mechanical equipment shall be screened from view by walls or fences compatible with
the building architecture, or by plant material adequate in size to provide proper screening.
The materials, colors, and forms of catJ>ort structures shall be consistent with the
architectural style of the neighborhoods in which they are located.
Accessory structures shall be consistent with the architectural style of the adjacent buildings.
All flashing, sheet metal, and vents shall be, wherever possible, painted or screened from
view in a manner which is compatible with the building architecture .
Common Space Elements
All residential areas shall have fully enclosed trash enclosures. which are compatible in
material, color and design with the building architecture.
Support facilities such as recreation buildings, permanent leasing offices, mail stations,
etc .• shall be designed in the same architectural style, and to the same level of detal1 and
articulation, as the main buildings they support.
8. Residential Sit.e Planning Criteria
Single-Family Detached
The following concept shall be incorporated into the design of single-family detached neighbor-
hoods:
The street layout within residential neighborhoods shall provide view corridors to the
pedestrian pathways, open space, and landscape elements, thereby unifying pedestrian
circulation and site landmarks, where feasible.
The use of parkways or greenbelt gardens connecting the residential courts is encouraged
in the design of ~ighborhood streetscapes .
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Where two-story units are located adjacent to one another, the side second story of at least
one unit shall be stepped back, where feasible, to create a single-story plate line along the
common side yard.
The location of dwelling units may include a random mix of front entry and side entry garages,
along with a motor court concept, where feasible, to provide variety to the street scene.
Single-Family Attached
The general site planning concepts established for the single-family detached neighborhoods also
apply to the single-family attached neighborhoods. In addition the following concept shall be
incorporated into the design of single-family attached neighborhoods:
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Neighborhood entry roadways shall focus on an amenity or a community open space
feature or landmark, where feasible.
The street layout within residential neighborhoods shall provide view corridors to the
open space and other special commwtlty features and landmarks, where feasible. In
addition+ the view corridors should also provide physical access to these community
features, where feasible.
The design of streets shall be pedestrian oriented The use of parkways is encouraged in
the design of neighborhood streetscapes, where feasible.
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2. 7.S Grading Design Standards and Guidelines
The following Guidelines are provided to give general direction to grading design. The primary
focus of these Guidelines is to minimize the visual impact of grading by shaping the landfonn to
reflect a more natural topography. The existing relatively flat character of theSpecific Plan 03-067
site will require a carefully thoughtout grading design to significantly alter the natural landform
to create drama and visual excitement
These Guidelines are intended to outline approaches to landfonn alterations which accomplish
this drama and yet sensitively blend graded areas with the adjacent topographic conditfons. Since
the majority of Coral Mountain property is generally without significant contour or grade, it is
anticipated that landform alteration associated with the development will 'be substantial in order
to achieve the development goal of the creation of unique and dramatic landfonn within the golf
course, residential, and open space area of the plan.
Grading Concepts and Standards
Landfonn alteration proposed as a part of construction within the project site boundary is subject
to review and approval by the developer as part of the plan review procedures.
Such review shall include, but not be limited to, the following criteria :
Manufactured slopes should be varied in cross-section and along the slope length that utili ze var-
ied gradients .
Manufactured landforms at development edges shall be recontoured to a transition to their exist-
ing grade.
The toe and crest of any manufactured slope in excess often feet (10 ') in height shall be rounded with
vertical curves to to create natural, nonabrupt grade changes.
All graded slopes shall be revegetated and irrigated in accordance with the landscape architectural
and resource management standards outlined in these Guidelines, and as approved by the developer.
Where residential access across drainage courses occurs it shall be accomplished by a bridge or
ae sthetically enhanced culvert Where these improvements occur, natural materials may be used
for slope bank protection .
Benns, channels, swales , etc., shall be graded in such a way as to be an integral part of the grad-
ed and/or paved surface, and shall be designed with smooth vertical transitions between changes
in slope.
Grading and Drainage Plans must be prepared under the direction of a licensed Civil Engineer.
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the majority of Andalusia Country Club property is generally without significant contour or
grade, it is anticipated that landform alteration associated with the development will be
substantial in order to achieve the development goal of the creation of unique and dramatic
landform within the golf course, residential, and open space area of the plan.
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2.9 Plant Material Palette
The theme of the landscape architecture at the Specific Plan 03-067 project is to create a lush
desert character of visual variety and textural interest while complying with water conserving
techniques based on plant selection and technical irrigation system design. Consistent with this
goal, use of drought tolerant plant material is a primary consideration in the development of the
plant palette to further aid in the conservation of water while promoting this lush desert theme in
the prevailing landscape image.
To provide guidance to the builders and designers of future projects within the Specific Plan 03-
06? projec~ the plant material palette suggested gives guidance to builders and developers with-
in the project Species in addition to those listed are to be considered in order to provide diver-
sity; however, the plant material in the list provided are relatively successful in the unique soil
and climactic conditions of project site.
PLANT PALETTE
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Trees
SHRUBS:
Acacia salicina
Acacia saligna
Acacia smalli
Acacia stenophylla
Brachychiton populneus
Cercidium floridum
Cercidium. hybrid
Cercidium praecox
Chamerops humilis
Chilopsis Iinearis
Citrus Specie&
Cupressus sempervirens
Fraxinus Uhdei 'Majestic Beauty'
Geijera parviflora
Lagerstroemia indica
Lysiloma microphylla var. thomberri
Olea europaea
Olneya Tesota
Parkinsonia aculeata
Phoenix dactylifera
Pinua eldarica
Pinus halepensis
Prosopis chilensis
Rhus lancea
Schinus Terebinthifolius
Thevetia peruviana
Ulmus pacvifolia
Washingtonia filifera
Washingtonia robusta
Caesalpinia pulcherrima
Carissa grandiflora
Cassia nemophilla
Dietes vegeta
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Weeping Wattle
Blue LeafWattJe
Desert Sweet Acacia
Shoestring Acacia
Bottle Tree
Blue Palo Verde
Desert Museum
Sonoran Palo Verde
Med . Fan Palm
Desert Willow
Citrus
Italian Cypress
Evergreen Ash
Australian Willow
Crape Myrtle
Feather Bush
Olive
Desert Ironwood
Mexican Palo Verde
Date Palm
Afghan Pine
AleppoPiae
Chilean Mesquite
African Sumac
Brazilian Pepper Tree
Yellow Oleander
Elm
CaJifornia Fan Palm
Mexican Fan Palm
Red Bird of Paradise
Natal Plum
Desert Cassia
Fortnight Lily
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Dodonaea viscosa
Hemerocallis hybrid
Heteromeles arbutifolia
Hibiscus species
Justicia califomica
Leucophyllum Species
Myrtus communis 'Compacta'
Nandina. domestica
Photinia fraseri
Pho!Dlium tenax
Pittosporum tobira
Prunus caroliniana
Rhaphiolepis indica
Rosmarinus officinalis
Ruellia brittonis •Katie'
Ruellia. califomica
Sophora secundlflora
Tecoma stans 'Angustata'
Tecomaria capensis
Xlyosma coogestum
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Acacia redoleos
Baccharis "
Bougainvillea
Dalea greggii
Lantana camara
Lantana montevidensis
Myoporum parvifolium
Oenothera berlandieri
Prlmroae
Pyracantha fortuneana
Rosmarious officinalis
Turf
Verbena species
Aotigonon leptopus
Bougainvillea species
Clytostoma callistegioides
Ficus pwnila
Macfadyena unguis-cati • Cat's Claw
Rosa bankaiae • Lady Bank's Rose
Annual Colo r
Agave deserti
Agave desmeitiana
Aloe barbadensis
Dasylirion wheeleri
Hesperaloe parviflora
Muhlenbergia emersylleyi 'Regal Mist'
Muhlenbergia rigens
Nolina microcatpa
Phonniwn tenax
Green Hopseed Bush
Daylily
Toy on
Hibiscus
Chuparosa
Texas Ranger
Compact Myrtle
Heavenly Bamboo
Photinia
New Zealand Flax
'Wheeler's Dwarf'
Carolina Laurel Cheny
India Hawthorn
Rosemary
Compact Ruellia
Ruellia
Texas Mountain Laurel
Yellow Bells
Cape Honeysuckle
N.C.N.
Desert Carpet
'Centennial'
various
Trailing Indigo Bush
'New Gold'
Purple Trailing Lantana
Prostrate Myoporum
Mexican Evening
Firethom
'Prostratus'
Verbena
Coral Vine
'Barbara Karst'
Violet Trumpet Vine
Creeping Fig
Desert Agave
Agave
Aloe Vera
Desert Spoon
Red Yucca
Bull Grass
Deer Grass
Bear Grass
New Zeallllld Flax
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3 Zoning and Development Regulations
3.1 SPECIFIC PLAN OVERLAY DISTRICTS
A. Purpose. To provide flexible regulations via the specific plan process which allow the use
of creative land planning and design techniques to create master-planned developments incorpo-
rating coordinated building design, integrated greenbelts, private recreation facilities, emphasiz-
ing a separation of pedestrian and vehicular traffic:, and an overall increase in recreational ameni-
ty.
The regulations presented herein are pursuant to Article 8B Auth~rity and Scope of Specific Plans
of the State Planning and Zoning Law of the Government Code, Section 65000 et seq and are in
compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and amend Chapter 9 of the
City of La. Quinta Zoning Code (9.60.290).
The specific plan overlay district allows variations in tourist commercjal land uses as provided by
Section 9 .40.030 (per General Plan Policy 2-1 .1.9). Specifi c plan densitie s, developm ent stan-
dards and other features will be made consistent with the Gen eral Plan by adoption of this
Specific Plan.
Pentdtted Uses. The Specific PJan 03-067 delineates the pennitted uses within the plan area
boundaries de.fined within Planning Area I through Planning Area VI. Uses are tailored to indi-
vidual site locations within the Specific Plan 03-067 plan boundary. the existing stre& systems ,
topography, and other.characteristics.
Zonilig Designation. The Specific Plan 03-067 specifies overlay zoning adopted in conjunction
with approval of the Specific Plan document Upon approval. the Specific Plan 03-067 become s
an integral part of the zoning for the property within the plan. boundary and, for the plan area,
becomes the Official Zoning for the City of La Quinta Property z.oning shall consist of the base
district symbol followed by the specific plan symbol in parentheses; for example, Low Density
Residential -LDR would be noted as LDR(RSP).
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Zoning and Development Regulation and Standards by Planning Area
Zoning and Development Regulation and Standards are presented for PlatUling Area I through
Planning Area VI as delineated in the Planning Area Exhibit and are presented in the fo1Jow3ng
order:
Planning A1·ea I
Golf Course GC-(RSP)
USES AND STANDARDS
Description of Uses in Planning Area I
Zoning and Development Regulation and S1andards
Planning Area ll
Low Density Residential LDR -(RSP)
USES AND STANDARDS
Description of Uses in Planning Area 1I
Zoning and Development Regulation and Standards
PJanoing Area ill
Low Density Residential LDR -(RSP)
USES AND STANDARDS
Description of Uses in Planning Area III
Zoning and Development Regulation and Standards
Planning Area IV
Golf Course GC -(RSP)
USES AND STANDARDS
Description of Uses in Planning Area N
Zoning and Development Regulation and Standards
Planning Area V
Neighborhood Commercial NC-(RSP)
USES AND STANDARDS
Description of Uses in Planning Area V
Zoning and Development Regulation and Standards
Planning Area VI
Golf Course GC -(RSP)
USES AND STANDARDS
Description of Uses in Planning Area VI
Zoning and Development Regulation and Standards
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3.1.1 Planning Area I
GOLF COURSB-GC -(.RSP)
Description ofUres in PlaMingArea I
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The following section establishes the permitted land use and development standards for property
designated as GC within Planning Area T as depicted on the Land Use Plan. Golf Supporting Use
andFacilities address all land within Planning Area I.
Within the overall plan boundary, Planning Area I proposed 11 acres development uses and stan-
dards for the Specific Plan 03M067 Golf and Recreation Club, resident and guest serving recre-
ation amenities and supporting uses.
A Golf Coarse Residential Specific Plan ~P) overlay for this project area is proposed to
address land use within Planning Area I with development regulation and criteria presented herein
Planning Area I of the Specific Plan 03-067 establishes standards for the location and develop-
ment of recreation amenities consistent with the resort oriented nature of the project and project-
ed trends in golf supporting facilities to serve the two 18 hole courses of Specific Plan 03-067.
A. Purpose rind lnte11t. To provide for the development and regulation of a range of special-
ized resident and guest serving uses oriented to Golf and Tennis Club, resident and guest serving
recreation center and supporting uses, located in areas designated within Planning Area I in the
Specific Plan.
B. Permitted Uses. Permitted uses for land designated GC on the Land Use Plan and/or
Proposed Zoning exhibits as GC-(RSP) i~cludes all cw-rently existing allowable uses delineated
in the Golf Course district delineated in the La Quinta Zoning ordinance and as specified within
this Specific Plan.
C. Temporary & /11terim Uses. Temporary or recurring outdoor event staging facilities and
related uses serving the use and on-site construction and site guard offices including relocatable
buildings. Temporary golf house, sales and marketing buildings and offices are allowed.
D. Accessory Uses. Resort recreation and stage areas, and maintenance facilities and sites.
Signs, fences . and walls. subject to the ·design criteria set forth in this Specific PJan
document Satellite dish and other antennas, subject to this Specific Plan.
E. Otlier Allowable Uses . Water wells and pumping stations, water tanks and reservoirs, pub-
lic flood control facilities and devices as necessary to facilitate the CVWD or deve1oper in water
management and conservation.
F. Allowable Site Coverage. As specified herein
G. Development Standards. The following development standards apply to property proposed
Specific Plan 03-067 3.3
For development designated on the Land Use Plan and/or Proposed Zoning exhibits as GC-
(RSP) and as described within the text of this Specific Plan. Standards are established for all
buildings, structures and uses within Planning Area I.
BUILDING DEVELOP:MENT STANDARDS
Max. Building Height
Max. No. of Stories
Min. Front Yard Setback from:
Street or Parking Stall Curb
Pedestrian Circulation Walks
Garage/Carport Setback
Min. Total Side Yard Setback
Min. Interior/Exterior Side Yard Setbacks
Max. Allowable Wall Height
35 ft.*+
2
8 ft.
5 ft.
5 ft.
10 ft.**
5 ft.
10 ft.***
Max. Parking Required 1 space/250sf* * * *
+Height is limited to 22' for a setback of 150' from R.0.W. on Madison & Avenue 58 .
•Not including chimney projections, bell towers, spires, etc .
.. AC Units, trellis clements, pools, and spas are allowed to encroach into side and rear setback areas. * .. 2' of the 10' ht may be retaining with 8' freestand ing.
00The area (sf) ofthe cart garage will not be included in the parking requirement calculation .
The following uses are permitted in Planning Area I.
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1. Recreation Uses
Outdoor lawn and recreation uses .
Golf and Tennis clubs or complexes .
. Health and fitness clubs & Spas.
Golf course & turf/landscape areas .
Live entertainment as an accessory use to a "one-time,, event.
2. Semi-Public Uses
Museum uses.
Parks, play fields, botanical garden uses, and passive and active open space area.
Bicycle, cart, and pedestrian trails and storage facilities.
Swimming pools and spas.
3. Lodging Uses
Not allowed
4. Accessory Uses
Private parking lots, carports and open-air parking stalls as an accessory use to
Residential or Open Space uses.
Signs in accordance with this Specific Plan.
Antennas and satellite dishes in accordance with this Specific Plan.
Specific Plan 03-067
5. Temporary & interim Uses
** Interim event par.king lots for events anticipated to extend over three or more days of use.
Temporacy outdoor event staging facilities.
**Temporary outdoor event staging facilities anticipated to extend over three or more
days of use.
*"'Construction and site guard offices in relocatable buildings.
• A single asterisk indicates an allowable use requiring approval of a Conditional U.-;e Permit
from the La Quinta Pkuming Commission.
••A double asterisk indicates an allowable use on a temporary basis requiring approval from the
La Quin/a Community Development DU'ector.
OPEN SPACE LAND USE
Open Space land in Planning Area I is defined by the areas adjacent to the recreation club ameni-
ties. Criteria related to development of the open space surrounding recreation club facilities is
presented and aUowable in all areas of Planning Area identified. The following development
standards apply to the construction of club/recreation fucility buildings for supporting structures
within the golf course zon.e on property designated as GC ~ (RSP) on the Land Use Plan.
ANcn..LARY BUILDING DEVEWPMENT STANDARDS
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Max. Building Height
Max. No. of Stories
Min. Setback from :
Structure Setback
Street or Parking Stall Curb
Pedestrian Circulation Walks
Min. Building to Building Setback
Min. Interior/Exterior Side Yard Setbacks to adjacent lot
Maximum Allowable Screen Wall Height
t Height is limited to 22' for a sotbaok or 150' from. R.O .W. oa Madisoo & Avcmie 58.
28 ft.•t
1
2 ft.
2 ft.
5 ft.
5 ft.
10 ft
10 ft.
•Not including flllgpoles, chimnl:.)• projections, bell towers, spires, or building projcctio11s that arc nonessentinl to the fonctionru
space of the oommc:rcial building (i.e. bell towers coo..)
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3.1.2 Planning Area II
RESIDENTIAL SPECIFIC PLAN RL-(RSP) USES AND STANDARDS
Ducription tif Uses m Pbnning An.& Il
Planning Area II encompasses development uses and standards for the Specific Plan 03~067 Villas
and Casitas as well as ancillary supporting recreational uses and areas. This Planning Area is
located centrally within the eastern half of the project site and encompass ed 16 acres of land.
Planning Area Il of the Land Use Plan proposed, within its boundaries , one underlying zone, Low
Density Residential LDR -(RSP).
A Residential .Specific Plan (RSP) overlay for Planning Area II is proposed to addres s residen1ial
supporting uses land use within Planning Area II with development regulation and criteria pre-
sented herein, The development criteria for open space, passive, and active recreation areas and
other uses is also delineated for Planning Arca II berein.
RESIDENTIAL SPECTFIC PLAN (RSP) USES AND STANDARDS
The following section delineates the pennitted land use and development standards for property
designated as Low Density Residential Specific Plan LDR -(RSP) on the Land Use Plan 1 within
Planning Area JI.
A. Purpose a1ul l11te11t. To provide for the development and regulation of a range of special-
ized residential uses oriented to Golf club and resort lifestyle activity, located in areas designated
within Planning Area Il in the Specific Plan . Represemative land use include Residential owner-
ship, short term and long term rentals, and leasing uses as well as supporting open space and
recreational use.
B. Perlllitl:ed Uses . Pennitted uses for land. designated LDR ~ (RSP) on the Land Use Plan
and/or Proposed Zoning exhibits as LOR -(RSP) includes all currently existing residential serv-
ing uses and allowable uses delineated in the Cow Density Residential district description of the
La Quinta Zoning ordinance and as specified herein.
C. Ten¥torary & lnterlni Uses. Temporary or recurring outdoor event staging facilities and
related uses serving the Residential use and on-site construction and site guard offices includ[ng
relocatable buildings. Temporary saJes and marketing buildings and offices may be allowed
D. Accessory Uses. Recreation and staging areas for recreation events, maintenance facilities
and sites. Signs, fences and walls, subject to the design criteria set forth in this Specific Plan doc-
ument SateHite dish and other antennas, subject to this Specific Plan.
E. Other Allowable Uses . Water wells and pumping stations, water tanks and reservoirs. pub·
lie flood control facilities and devices as necessary to facilitate the CVWD or developer in water
management and conservation. ·
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Medium Density Residential RM - (RSP).
designated as Medium Density Residential Specific Plan RM - (RSP) on the Land Use Plan,
within Planning Area II.
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RMing uses and allowable uses deliniated in the Medium Density Residential district description
of the La Quinta Zoning ordinance and as specified herein.
F. Development Sta11dards. The following development standards apply to property proposed
for development designated on the Land Use Plan and/or Proposed Zoning exhibits as Low
Density Residential LDR -(RSP) and as described within the text of th.is Specific Plan .
Standards are established for Low Density Residential LDR -(RSP) buildings, structures and
uses within Planning Area IL
Residential Detached and Attached Development Standards
These standards apply to all land within Planning Area II as described within the text and graph-
ics of this Specific Plan.
BUILDING DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS
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Max Building Height
Max. No. of Stories
Min. Livable Floor Area Per Unit
Min. Front Yard Setback from:
Street or Parking St.all Curb
Pedestrian Circulation Wa1ks
Garage/Carport Setback
Min. Total Side Yard Setback
Min. Interior/Exterior Side Yard Setbacks
Max. Allowable Wall Height
Max. Parking Required
28 ft.*t
2
1500 sq/ft
10 ft.
5 ft.
5 ft .
. ·. lO ft.**t
0 ft.**t
8 ft.***·
Per Current Code
t Height is limitt:d. to 22' for n setback of 150' from RO.W: ou Madison & Avenue 58.
*Not. including chi.muey projections, bell towers, spires_ etc_
•• AC Units, trellis elements, pools, Md spas are allowed to encroach into side and rear ~back areas.
*-' 2' of the 8' ht. m~ be retaining with 6' frees1Jmding.
The following uses are permjtted in Planning Area II.
L Recreation Uses
Outdoor lawn and recreation uses.
Pool/spa and water recreation uses.
Live entertainment as an accessory use to a "one-time" event.
2. Semi-Public Uses
Parks, play fields, botanical garden uses, and passive and active open space area
Bicycle, cart, and pedestrian trails.
Swimming pools and spas.
3 . Lodging Uses
Residential use as delineated within this 3.1.2 herein.
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for development designated on the Land Use Plan and/or Proposed Zoning exhibits as Medium
Density Residential RM - (RSP) and as described within the text of this Specific Plan. Standards are
established for Medium Density Residential RM - (RSP) buildings, structures and uses within
Planning Area II.
4. Acces.~·ory Uses
Private parking lots, carports and open·air parking stalls as an accessory use to
residential uses.
Signs in accordance with this Specific Plan.
Antennas and satellite dishes in accordance with this Specific Plan.
5 . Temporary & Interim Uses
Sales offices, construction and site guard offices in relocatable or modular buildings.**
Interim event parking lots for events anticipated to extend over 'three or more days of use.**
Temporary outdoor event staging facilities.
Temporary outdoor event staging facilities anticipated to extend over three or more days
of use.**
* A single asterisk indicates an allowable use requiring approval of a Co11di.tiv11al Use Permit from the IA Quinta
Planu;ng Commi.~~1io11.
•• A double asterisk indicates an 111lowable use on a temporary basis requin'ng appraval from the La Q11tma
Carmmmfty Development Diret1or.
OPEN SPACE LAND USE
Open Space land in Planning Area lI is defined by th.e areas adjacent to the residential units.
Amenity and supporting facilities are located on adjacent fingers of greenbelt within the devel-
opment plan and may be pools, fountains, spas, etc. Development criteria is defined herein. The
following development standards apply to the construction of buildings for supporting residential
unit and recreational features (such as satellite pool buildings) on property designated as Low
Density Residential LDR -(RSP)on the Land Use Plan.
ANCil.LARY BUILDING DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS
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Ma.x. Building Height
Max.. No . of Stories
Min. Setback from:
Structure Selback
Street or Parking Stall Curb
Pedestrian Circulation Walks
Min. Building to Building Setback
Min. Interior/Exterior Side Yard Setbacks to adjacent lot
Maximum Allowable Screen Wall Height
t Height is limited to 22 'for asctb:ick of ISO' from R.0.W. on Madison & Avenue 58 .
28 ft. *t
1
2 ft .
2 ft .
5 ft.
5 ft.
10 ft.
10 ft
•Not including flmgpolc;s. chimney projections, bell towers, spires, or building projections !hat are noncssentia [ to the fimctional
spaco oftllt oommeteinl building (i.e. bell towers etc.)
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unit and recreational features (such as satellite pool buildings) on property designated as
Medium Density Residential RM- (RSP) on the Land Use Plan.
3.1.3 Planning Area ID
RESIDENTIAL SPECIFIC PLAN LDR-{RSP) USES AND STANDARDS
Description of Uses in PlannJngAren m
Within the overall plan boundary, Planning Area III encompasses development uses and standards
for the Coral Mountain proposed residential grounds as well as ancilhuy supporting recreational
uses and areas. This Planning :Area is located throughout the project site and encompasses 477
acres.
Planning Area III of the Land Use Plan proposed, within its boundaries, one underlying zone,
Low Densicy Residential LDR -(RSP).
A Residential Specific Plan LDR-(RSP) overlay for Planning Axea 1Il is proposed to address res-
idential supporting uses Jand use within Planning Area Ill with development regulation and cri-
teria presented herein. The development criteria for open space, passive, and active recreation
areas and other uses is delineated for Planning Area nr herein .
RESIDENTIAL SPECIFlC PLAN (RSP) USES AND STANDARDS
The following section delineates the pem1itted land use and development standards for property
designated as Low Density Residential Specific Plan LOR -(RSP) on the Land Use Plan, within
Planning Area III.
A. Purpose and Intent. To provide for the development and regulation of a range of special-
ized residential uses oriented to golf club and resort lifestyle activity, located in areas designated
within Planning Area ID in the Specific Plan. Representative land use include residential owner-
ship, short term and long tenn rentals. and leasing uses as well as supporting open space and
recreational use .
B. Permitted Uses. Pennitt.ed uses for land designated LDR -(RSP) on the Land Use Plan
and/or Proposed Zoning exhibits as LDR -(RSP) includes all currently existing residential serv-
ing uses and allowable uses delineated in the Low Density Residential district description of the
La Quinta Zoning ordinance and as specified herein . Sales and marketing buildings and offices
are allowed.
C. Temporary & Interim Uses. Temporary or recwring outdoor event staging facilities and
related uses serving the resjdential use and on-site construction and site guard offices including
relocatable buildings.
D. Accessory Uses. Recreation and staging areas for recreation events, maintenance facilities
and sites. Signs, fences and walls> subject to the design criteria set forth in this Specific Plan doc-
ument Satellite dish and other antennas , subject to this Specific Plan.
E. Otller A/lqwabfe Uses. Water wells and p!Jmping stations, water tanks and reservoirs, pub-
lic flood control facilities and devices as necessary to facilitate the CVWD or developer in water
management and conservation.
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F. Developmellt Standards. The following development standards apply to property proposed
for development designated on the Land Use PJan and/or Proposed Zoning exhibits as Low
Density Residential LDR -(RSP) and as described within· the text of tills Specific Plan.
Standards are established for Low Density Residential LDR -(RSP) buildings, structures and
uses within Planning Area HI.
Residential Detached and Attached Development Standards
These standards apply to all land within Planning Area lil as descnbed within the text and graph~
ics of this Specific Plan.
BUJLDING DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS
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Max. Building Height
Max. No. of Stories
Min. Livable Floor Area Per Unit
Min. Front Yard Setback from:
Street or Parking Stall Curb
Pedestrian Circulation Walks
Garage/Carport Setback
Min. Total Side Yard Setback
Min. [nterior/Exterior Si.de Yard Setbacks
Max. Allowable Wall Height
Max. Parking Required
28 ft. •t
2
1500 sq/ft.
lO ft.
5 ft.
5 ft.
10 ft .**
5 ft .
8ft.0 •
Per Current Code
t Height is limited ID 22' for a selhaclc of 150' from R.O.W. on Madison & Avcnut 58.
•Not including chilll!ley projections, bell towers, spirt.s, ote. *• AC Un.its, trellis elements, pools, and Bpa!I art allowed to encroach into side and rear setback a~os.
••• 2' oflhe g• ht. may be retainiDg with G' freestanding .
The following uses are permitted in Planning Area UL
L Recreation Uses
Outdoor lawn and recreation uses .
Pool/spa and water recreation uses .
Live entertainment as an accessory use to a "one>-time" event.
2. Semi-Public Uses
Parks, play fields, botanical garden uses, and passive and active open space area.
Bicycle, cart, and pedestrian trails.
Swimming pools and spas .
3. lodging Uses
Residential use as delineated within this section 3.1.3.
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4. Accesso1y Uses
Private parking lots, cmports and open-air parking stalls as an accessory use to residential uses.
Signs in accordance with this Specific Plan.
Antennas and satellite dishes in accordance with this Specific Plan.
5. Temporary & Interim l/.~·e.1·
Sales qffeces, construction and site guard offices in relocatable or modular buildings.**
Interim event parking lots for events anticipated to exiend over three or more days of use."'*
Temporary outdoor event staging facilities.
Temporary outdoor event staging facilities anticipated to extend over three or more
days of use.**
* A single asterisk indicates an allowable use req11Jring approval of a Cmidiliona/ Use Permit jiom the la Q11f11ta
PlafJning Commis.<J•ion.
•• A doobie asterisk indicates an allowable use on a temporary basis requiring appr(1Wll· from the /..a Q11i1Tta
Commtmily DewloprncttJ Direc!Qf'.
OPEN SPACE LAND USE
Open Space land in Planning Area III is defined by the areas adjacent to the residential wiits.
Amenity and supporting facilities are located on adjacent fingers of greenbelt within the devel-
opment plan and may be pools, fountains, spas, etc. Development criteria is defined herein. The
folle>wing development standards apply to the construction of buildings for supporting residential
unit and recreational features (such as satelJite pool buildings) on property designated as Low
Density Residential LDR -(RSP)on the Land Use Plan .
ANCILLARY BUILDING DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS
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Max. Building Height
Max. No. of Stories
Min. Setback :from:
Structure Setback
Street or Parking Stall Curb
Pedestrian Circulation Walks
Min. Building to Building Setback
Min. Interior/Exterior Side Yard Setbacks to adjacent lot
Maximum Allowable Screen Wall Height
28 ft.*t
1 .
2 ft.
2ft.
s ft.
5 ft.
10 ft.
10 ft.
1 HelGIU is limited to 22' for o. sctb3ek or l50'from R.O.W. on Madison &Avenue 58.
Not uiclucling flagpoles, chimney projections, bell low~rs, spires, or building projections that 3re nonessential to th~ fun ctional
space of the co1M1~ial building (i .e. bell towors etc.)
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3.1.4 Planning Area IV
GOLF COURSE GC-(RSP) USES AND STANDARDS
Description of Uses in PISnning Are1l IV
Within the overall plan boundary, Planning Area IV encompasses development uses and standards
for the Specific Plan 03-067 proposed Golf Course maintenance facility as well as anciJiary sup-
porting golf uses. This 3 acre Planning Area is located at the intersection of Madison Street and
Avenue 60 on the southern boWldmy of the project site.
Planning Area IV of the Land Use Plan presently has, within its boundaries, one Wlderlying zone,
GC-(RSP).
A Specific Plan (RSP) over.lay for Planning Area IV fa proposed to address gol f cours e support-
ing uses land use within Planning Area IV with development regulati on and criteria presented
herein. The development criteria for other uses is delineated for Planning Area IV herein .
RESIDENTIAL SPECIFIC PLAN (RSP) USES AND STANDARDS
The following section delineates fue permitted land use and development standards for property des-
ignated as Golf Course Specific Plan GC-(RSP) on the Land Use Plan, within Planning Area IV.
A. Purpose and lnunt. To provide for the development and regulation of a range of special-
ized maintenance uses oriented to golf course maintenance activity, located in areas designated
within Planning Area [Vin.the Specific Plan. Representative land use include golf and open
space maintenance building use and supporting ancillary functions to that use.
B. Permitted Uses. Pennitted uses for land designated GC -(RSP) on the Land Use Plan
and/or Proposed. Zoning exlubits as GC-(RSP) includes all currently existing maintenance build-
ing serving uses and allowable uses delineated. in the Golf Course district description of the La
Quinta Zoning ordinance and as specified herein .
C. Temporary & Interim Uses. Temporary or recurring outdoor event staging facilities and
related uses serving the maintenance use, and on-site construction and site guard offices, and relo-
catable buildings.
D. Accessory Uses. Fuel and supply storage incidental to the operations of the maintenance facil-
ities and sites . Signs. fences and walls, subject to the design criteria set forth in this Specific Plan
document as as required by law. Satellite dish and other antennas, subject to this Specific Plan .
E. Other Allowable Uses. Water wells and pumping stations , water tanks and reservoirs, pub ~
lie flood controJ facilities and devices as necessary to facilitate the CVWD or developer in water
management and conservation .
F. Develop1t1e11t SfJT.ndards~ The following development standards apply to property proposed
· for development designated on the Land Use Plan . and/or Proposed Zoning exhibits as Golf
Course GC -(RSP) and as described within the text of this Specific Plan. Standards are estab-
lished for Golf Course GC -(RSP) buildings, structures and uses within Planning Area IV.
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BUILDING DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS
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Max. Building Height
Max. No. of St.cries
Min. Front Yard Setback from:
Street or Parking Stall Curb
Pedestrian Circulation Walks
Garage/Carport Setback
Min. Total Side Yard Setback
Min. Interior/Exterior Side Yard Setbacks
Max. Allowable WaU Height
Max. Parking Required
28 ft. *t
1
8 ft.
5 ft .
5 ft.
10 ft .**
5 ft.
8 ft.***
Per Current Code
t Height is limited to 22' for ll scd>nck of 150' from RO.W. on Mlidison & Avenue 58.
>tNot including chimuey projections. bell towccs, spires, etc.
•• AC Units, trdlis elemCD1s, pools, and spas are allowed to cnCTOICh into side and rear .sethlick areas.
'lltf'2' oflhc 8' ht may be TC!llining with 6' ~t:anding.
The following uses are pennitted in Planning Area IV.
1. Recreation Uses
Outdoor lawn and recreation uses.
2. Semi-Public Uses
Maintenance building uses, and passive and active open space area.
Swimming pools and spas.
3. Special Uses
Fuel storage, fertilizer storage, and use incidental to maintenance building functions
4. Accessory Uses
Prjvate parking lots, carports and open-air parking staJls as an accessory use to
maintenance builrung uses.
Signs in accordance with this Specific Plan.
Antennas and satellite dishes in accordance with this Specific Plan .
5. Temporary & Interim Use.~
Site guard offices in relocatable or modular buildings .**
Interim event parking lots for events anticipated to ex.tend over three or more days
of use.**
Temporary outdoor event staging facilities.
Temporary outdoor event st.aging faciHties anticipated to extend over three or more days
of use.**
•A single asterisk indicates an allowable use 1-equfr;ng approval of a Conditional Use Permit from the La Quinta
Pk11111l11g Comm/ssfo11.
•• A double asterisk indicates an allowable use on a. temporary basis requiring approl'al from the I.a Quinta
Community Deve{vpmerit Di.recfo1:
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3.1.S Planning Area V
NEIGHBORHOOD COMMERCIAL NC~(RSP) USES AND STANDARDS
Description of Uses in Planning Ares V
Within the overall plan boundary, Planning Area V encompasses development uses and standards
for the Specific Plan 03-067 Neighborhood Commercial center as we1l as anciJJary supporting
uses. This Planning Area is located at the intersection of Madison Street and Avenue 58 on the
northern boundary of the project site.
Planning Area V of the Land Use Plan propQSed, within its boundaries, one underlying zone,
Neighborhood Commercial NC{RSP) on JO acres of Jand.
Pennitted uses in the NC Zoning District will combine essential day-t<rday neighborhood goods
and services, tourism and visitor-based retail restaurant and limited entertainment
opportunities,and facilities ne-cessary for the operational demands of such uses . The following uses
are permitted in Planning Area V with review of development proposals generally conforming to
this Specific Plan and may require submittal of Et Site Development Permit, Temporary Use Pennit,
or other long or short term approval package at the discretion of the Community Development
Department.
NEIGHBORHOOD COMMERCIAL NC -(RSP) USES AND STANDARDS
The folJowing section delineates the permitted land use and development standards for property des-
ignated as Neighborhood Commercial NC-{RSP) on the Land Use Plan, within Planning Area V.
A. Purpose and llUent. To provide for the development and regu)ation of a range of special-
ized neighborhood serving commercial and retail uses oriented to Golf club and resort lifestyle
activity. located in areas designated within Planning Area V in the Specific Plan. Representative
land use includes neighborhood serving commercial and retail use and supporting ancillary func-
tions to those uses.
B. Pennitted Uses. Permitted uses for land designated Neighborhood Commercial NC-(RSP)
on the Land Use Plan and/or Proposed Zoning exhibits as Neighborhood Commercial NC-(RSP)
includes all currently existing maintenance building serving uses and allowable uses delineated in
the Golf Course district description of the La Quinta Zoning ordinance and as specified herein.
C. Temporary & Interim. Uses. Temporary or reCWTing outdoor event staging facilities and
related uses serving the Commercial use, on-site construction and site guard offices and relocat-
able buildings . Temporary sales and marketing buildings and offices are allowed.
D. Accessory UKes. Signs. fences and wal1s, subject to the design criteria set forth in this
Specific Plan document as as required by law. Satellite dish and other antennas, subject to this
Specific Plan.
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uses. This Planning Area is located at the Southeast corner of Madison Street and Avenue
58 on the northwestern boundary of the project site.
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E. Otlter Allowable Uses. Water wells and pumping stations, water tanks and reservoirs, pub-
lic flood control facilities and devices as necessary to facilitate the CVWD or developer in water
management and conservation.
F. Devilopnumt Standards. The following development standards apply to property proposed
for development designated on the Land Use Plan and/or Proposed Zoning exhibits as Golf
Course Neighborhood Commercial NC-(RSP) and as described within the text of this Specific
Plan. Standards are established for Neighborhood Commercial NC -(RSP) buildings, structures
and uses within Planning Area V.
Neighbm ·hood Commercial and Development Standards
These standards apply to all land within Planning Area V as described within the te>..1 and graph-
ics of this Specific Plan.
BUILD1NG DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS
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~imum Structure Height
Maximum Nutnber of Stories
Minimum Front Setback
Minimum Rear Setback
Minimum Parking
Maximum Lot Coverage (F.A.R.)
Minimum Building Setback to Avenue 58
Minimum Building Setback to Madison Street
Minimum Interior/Exterior Side Yard Setbacks
Maximum Wall Height
35 ft.*
2
10 '
10'
1 /250'GLA
.25
25 ft .
25 ft
5/10 ft.
10 ft .
•Architectural and roof projections not providing habitable or otherwise unusable gpace,. such as chimneys,
spires, finials, and similar femmes shall be permitted to extend up to ten feet. above the moximum struc11Ire
height.
The full owing uses are permitted in of Planning Area V
1. Retail Us~·. Retail merchandise sales of limited goods (goods that can be carried out by
the customer), such as antiques, appliances, bicycles, wholesale and/or retail foods , newspaper
and magazines, tobacco products, kitchen and bath shops, video and audio equipment, clothing,
pets and pet supplies, office equipment and suppJies, party and/or costume rentals, sporting
goods, home furnishings, hardware and home improvement items, and other related items.
2. Public Uses. Restaurant"S and prepared food service facilities including restaurants , deli~
ca.tessen, tea , coffee and ice cream shops, pizzerias, and similar uses. Prepared food sold specif-
ically for on-site consumption, with indoor/outdoor sea.ting. Such uses include tine dining and
other low to medium turnover restaurant ; cocktail lounges , dinner clubs, sports bar/lounge,
bar/grill, night clubs and similar uses, with alcohol sales for on-site· conswnption only, along with
live, recorded or other entertainment in or outdoors such as music and/or dancing, karaoke, arcade
games, pool, billiard or shuftleboard tables, etc.
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3. Special Ul;es. Professional service offices providing limited sales, such as medical., denta~
veterinary clinic, dietician, optician, catering, attorney, real est.ate, banking, mortgage
broker, sociaJ and community service offices, property management, financial services,
beautician, barber, reproduction service, tailor, cleaners and laundry, posml services, shoe,
watch, jewelry and bicycle repafr, and similar uses . Offices with larger scale service
aspects , such as limousine and auto renml . Indoor or outdoor professional art studios , dis
plays and/or galleries, for alJ artistic endeavors and production, to focJude dance, painting,
sculpting, ceramics, jewelry, glass blowing, photography, handmade fumitur<; stone cutting,
and similar activities. There may be sales, presentations and displays or demonstrations to
the public.
4. Acce~·sory U~·~
Private parking Jots, carports and open-air parking stalls as an accessory use to commercial
building uses.
Signs in accordance with this Specific Plan.
Antennas and satellite dishes in accordance with this Specific Plan.
5. Temporary & Interim Uses
Site guard offices in relocatable or modular buildings.**
Interim event parking lots for events anticipated to extend over three or more days of use.~'*
Tetnporaiy outdoor event staging faciHties.
Temporruy out.door event staging fucilities anticipated to extend over three or more days of use.**
6. Other Allowable Use
Public indoor assembly/entertainment facilities, such as auditoriums, theaters, dinner
theaters, conference center, gymnasium facilities, concert halls and related use. Indoor
facilities for education, training, self-help and improvement, hobbies, or vocational purpose,
both public and private. These may be located in any facilities Indoor/outdoor cultura~
historic and similar displays and galleries for all fypes of artifacts and/or artistic media, such
as museums, auction houses and consigrunent room. Such uses may include sale of display
act pieces.
"' A single a.i.ierisk indicates Ill\ allowable use roquiring approval. <?fa Conditional Use Permit from the La Qui ma
P/01ming C.Ommission.
0 A double asterisk indicates an allowable use on a temporaiy basis requiring approval from the La Quinta
Community Development Director.
The ~nnitted uses in Planning Area V do not preclude other similnr uses which are com·
patible with the specifically identified uses and otherwise meet the criteria for this Specific
Plan and the cwrently approved Neighborhood Commercial District within the La Quinta
Zoning ordinance.
Any detennination on a proposed use whether listed or unlisted herein may be either inter-
nally reviewed by tbe Commwiity Development Director or Planning Manager or referred
to the Planning Commission as a non-hearing item if the Community Development Director
or Planning Manager determines on a case-by-case basis that the public interest would be
better served by such referral.
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3.1.6 Planning Area VI
Golf Course GC<RSP) USES AND STANDARDS
Description of'Use.s }n PJRoningArca VJ
Within the overall plan boundary, Planning Area VI encompasses 421 acres of development for
the Specific Plan 03-067 proposed Golf Course as well as ancillary supporting uses. This
Planning Area is located 'furoughout the site.
Planning Area VI of the Land Use Plan presently addresses 421 acres within its boundaries, one
underlying zone, GC -(RSP).
A Specific Plan (RSP) overlay for Planning Area VI is proposed to address golf course support-
ing uses land use within Planning Area VI with development regulation imd criteria presented
herein . The development criteria for other use is delineated for Planning Area Vl herein.
RESIDENTIAL SPECIFIC PLAN (RSP) USES AND STANDARDS
The fo!Jowing section delineates the pennitted land use and development standards for property des-
ignated as Golf Course Specific Plan GC-(RSP) on the Land Use Plan, within Planning Area VI.
A. Purpose a11d Intent. To provide for the development and regulation of a range of special-
ized golf and open space uses oriented to Golf club and resort recreation lifestyle and activity,
located in areas designated within Planning Area VI in the Specific Plan. Representative land use
include golf and open space use and supporting recreation functions to that use.
B. Permitted Uses. Penn.itted uses for land designated GC -(RSP) on the Land Use Plan
and/or Proposed Zoning exhibits as GC -(RSP) includes all currently existing golf serving uses
and allowable uses delineated in the Gotf Course district description of the La Quinta Zoning
ordinance and as specified herein. Sales and marketing buildings and offices are allowed.
C. Temporary & Interim Uses. Temporary or recurring outdoor event staging facilities and
related uses serving the golf course use and on-site construction and site guard offices including
relocatable buildings.
D. Accessory Uses. Limited food and beverage sales throughout tne golf course area and
accessory facilities (such as comfort stations and vending booths) to that use.
E. Otlter Allowable Uses. Water wells and pumping stations, water tanks and reservoirs. pub-
lic flood control facilities and devices as necessary to facilitate the CVWD or deveJoper in water
management and conservation.
F. Detiefopment Standards. TI1e following development standards apply to property proposed
for development designated OJl the Land Use Plan and/or Proposed Zoning exhibits as Golf Course
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GC -(RSP) and as descnbed within the text of this Specific Plan. Standards are established for
Golf Course LDR-(RSP) buildings, structures and uses within Planning Area VI .
Golf Course Building Standards
These standards apply to all land within Planning Area VI as described within the text and graph-
ics of this Specific Plan
BUILDlliG DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS
l'l'l:\J ()l .\.\ ITf'l'
Max. Building Height
Ma."C. No. of Stories
Min. Front Yard Setback from:
Street or Parkiog Stall Curb
Pedestrian Circulation Walles
Garage/Carport Setback
Min. Total Side Yard Setback
Min. Interior/Exterior Side Yard Setbacks
Max. Allowable Wall Height
Max. Parking Required
28 ft.•t
2
8 ft.
5 ft.
5 ft.
10 ft .••
5 ft.
8 ft.*"'"'
Per Current Ordinance
t H.cight is limited to 22' for a setback of l SO' from R.O.W. an Madison & Avenue 58.
•Not including chimney projections, bell rowers, spires, eltl. ·
... AC Un.iis, trellis ctcn1eo.ts. pools, and spo.s rue Allowed to encroach ioto sidti And rear setback lll'CDS .
*** 2' of1hc 8' hJ... lllBY be reminillg wilb. 6' fmestanding.
The following uses are permitted in Planning Area VI .
1. Recreation Uses
Golf course use
Pool/spa and water recreation uses.
2. Semi-Public Uses
Maintenance building uses , and passive and active open space area.
Parking facilities for employees of the development.
3. Special Uses
Fuel storage, fertilizer storage, and use incidentn1 to golf course operations
4. Accessory Uses
Pr.vate parking lots, carports and open-air parking stal]s as an accessory use to
maintenance building uses .
Signs in accordance witli this Speeific Plan.
Antennas and satellite dishes in accordance with this Specific Plan .
5. Temporary & interim Uses
Site guard offices in relocatable or modular buildings.**
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Temporary outdoor event staging facilities related to golf operations
Tempora:ry 'outdoor event staging facilities anticipated to extend over three or more days
of use.*•
"' A single asterisk indicates an allowable use requir;,1g approval of a Condilional Use Permit from fhe La Q1,inta
Pla1111ing Com111isslon.
•• A double asterisk indicates an allowable use on a temporary basis raqufrlng approval fronr the La Quinta
C0111111tr11ity De11elopment Di'/'8cto1:
OPEN SPACE LAND USE
Open Space land in Planning Area VI is defined by the areas adjacent to the Golf Course
Supporting facilities are located on adjacent fingers of greenbelt within the development pJan.
The following deveJopment standards apply to the construction of buildings for supporting golf
and residential features (such as restroom buildings) on property designated as Golf Course GC-
(RSP)on the Land Use Plan.
ANCil.LARY BUILDING DEVEWPMENT STANDARDS
11 I \I <.H".\ \ lTIY
Max. Building Height
Max. No. of Stories
Min. Setback from:
Structure Setback
Street or Parking Stall Curb
Pedestrian Circulation Walks
Min. Building to Building Setback
Min. Intcrior!Ex.terior Side Yard Setbacks to adjacent lot
Ma.xim.um Allowable Screen Wall Height
14 ft.*
1
2 ft .
2 ft.
0 ft.
5 ft .
0 ft.
8 ft .
*Not includin$ building projections !hat~ noncs.,,ential to IM fooctionel spnce of the building (i.e. bell towers elc.) whlch may
extend an additional 10' m h~ght
Specific Plan 03-067 3.19
3.2 SPECIFIC PLAN AMENDMENTS
Minor modifications to the approved Specific Plan 03-067 are allowed at the discretion of the
Community Development Director or Designee. Future modifications to the Specific Plan 03-067
must be consistent with the purpose and intent of the current approved Coral Mountain Specific
Plan Amendment .
3.2.1 Specific Plan Amendment Procedures
Minor modifications to 1he approved Specific Plan 03-067 are allowed at the discretion of the
Commwiity Develqpment Director or designee.
A. Changes TJurt Do Not RequireA Specific Pla11.Anzendme11t As development within the
Specific Plan 03-067 progresses, it may be demonstrated that certain detail changes are appropri-
ate in refinement of the Specific Plan; therefore it is intended that the Specific Plan Document
provide flexibility with respect to the interpretation of the details of project development as well
as those items discussed in general terms in the Specific Plaa If and when it is determined that
changes or adjustments are necessary or appropriate. these changes or adjustments shall be made
as an administrative procedure approved by the Community Development Director or designee .
After such administrative change has been approved, it shall be attached to the Specific Plan as
an addendum, and may be further changed and amended from time to time as necessary. Any
such administrative changes do not require a Specific Plan amendment process.
The following changes to the Specific Plan may be made without amending the Specific Plan
03-067:
The transfer of dwe11ing units from one planning area to another within a single planning
area while maintaining the maximum overall Specific Plan dwelling unit n11.mber of units.
• The addition of new infonnation to the Specffic Plan maps or 1ext that do not change the
effect of any regulation. The new information may include more detailed, site-specific
information. If this information demonstrates that Planning Area boundaries are inaccu-
rately designated, based upon the goals of the Specific Plan, said bowidaries may be
adjusted to reflect a more accurate depiction of on-site conditions, without requiring a
Specific Plan Amendment Adjustments to the golf corridors may be made resulting in a
corresponding change to the adjacent developm~nt parcel without the requirement of a
specific pJan amendment.
Changes to the collllnllllity infrastructure such as drajnage systems, roads, water and
sewer systems, etc ., which do not have the effect of increasing or decreasing capacity in
the project area beyond the specified density range nor increase the backbone infrastruc-
ture construction or maintenance costs.
Changes That Require A Specifre Plan. Amendment.
If it has been determin~d that the proposed change is not in ·conformance with the intent of the
current Specific Plan approval, the Specific Plan may be amen.ded in accordance with the proce-
dures set forth in Chapter 9.240 of the City ofLa Quinta Zoning Code.
3.20 Specific Ple11 03-067
Original Specific Plan
and its amendments.
3.3 DENSITY TRANSFER PROVISIONS
The transfer of residential density from one Residential Planning Area to another Residential
Planning Area within the Specific Plan 03-067 boundary is permitted based upon the provisions
h~rein. Revisions to the Planning Area Statistical Summaries made in accordance with these pro-
visions do not require an amendment to the specific Plan. Transfers of density may be approved
to add or reduce the number of units within a given Residential Planning Area up to but not
exceeding 25% of the Target Units for each Planning Area.
Residential density may be transferred from any Residentia1 Planning Area allowing residential
development to any other Residential Planning Area allowing residential development regardless
of Planning Area location or intensity residential land use category. Within the Planning Area
receiving the transferred density, the permitted density need not be evenly distributed to all sub-
divisions which comprise the "receiving" PJanning Area. Application for Density Transfer shall
be made in writing to the Commwiity Development Director or designee and shall include the fol-
lowing:
Location of properties to be involved in the transfer including the Planning Area or other lot or
district designations.
The number of units to be transferred from one planned are to another.
A calculation of acreage for each affected Planning Area showing the current nwnber of allow-
able units, the proposed numbez: of allowable units for the effected Planning Areas, and, if the
transfer is approved, the increas e and decrease {expressed as a percentage of the previous
approval unit count).
The Community Development Director or desig nee shall approve the Density
Transfer if the following conditions are met:
The overall goals of the Specific Plan 03-067 as amended are maintained .
The full range of housing stock remains available.
Community facilities such as schools and parks can accommodate the additional units in the
affected area.
Infrastructure facilities such as roads, sewer, and water can accommodate the additional units in
the affected area.
proposed densities are compatible with existing City of La Quinta General Plan Land Use desig-
nations.
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4 General Plan Consistency
California Government Code (Title 7, Division l, Chapter 3, Article 8, Section 65450 -65457)
permits the adoption and administration of specific plans as an implementation tool for elements
contained in the local general plan. Specific plans must demonstrate consistency in regulations,
guidelines and programs with the goals and policies set forth in the general plan.
The Cjty of La Quinta General Plan contains the following elements: Land Use, Circulation,
Open Space, Parks and Recreati~n. Environmental Conservation, Infrastructure and Public
Services, Environmental Hazards, Air QuaJjty and Housing. Bach element of the General Plan
contains a summary of key issues which direct and gwde that element's goals and policies.
The summary of key issues is used fa the Specific Plan 03-067 as the basis for evaluating the
Specific Plan's consistency with the City's General Plan. Applicable key issues are stated below
followed by a statement of how the projects Specific Plan as amended conforms thereto.
4.1 LAND USE ELEMENT
Maintaining the City's low density residential character with a balance of supporting commercial
and community facilities.
The Land Use Plan of Specific Plan 03-067 designates the majority of the site a.<i low
Density Resideraial as well as Open Space and Go(f use. Supporting commercial Specific
Plan in areas adjacent to existing supporting i11frastn1ct1n-e.
The City enjoys a reputation as a desirable locale. The City's unique and attractive character
stems from a combination of its environmental setting near the moWltains, the "La
Quinta" image ...
The Developer qf the Specific Plan 03-067 Master Plan ery·oys a foundation of hosting
nationally recognized golf events capitalizing on, and reinforcing, the City :r
imique setting jbr championship golf recreation and the 1Wtoriety that comes with
promier sporting event broadcast.s worldwide.
As th.e Commercial development continues in the City, potential incompatibilities
between land uses will need to be addressed. Visual, audible and odoriferous impacts wilJ
have to be addressed ·through design, buffering, screening and other mitigation techniques.
Specific Plan 03-067 de.'ligrmtes the majority of the site as Low Den.~·ity Residential and
championship golf amenities. Supporting and adjacent development is planned in
a variety of heights and elevations in order to minimize the visual impact while
providing greenbelt screens to negative a.ff-property influences such as traffic
noise and related impllcts.
Specific P11W 03-06 7 4 .1
The trend of walled residential subdivisions has resulted in many types of perimeter wall
treatments in the City. The design of these walls and other elements of the streetscape
should be coordinated to create more of a continuous appearance throughout the entire community.
The perimeter wall treatment suggested for· Spec{fic Plan 03-067 establishes a conslrtenJ
theme via continuous plantings and wall treatments CLr; envisioned by the City in this statement.
Maintain the City's low density residential character with a balance of supporting commercial
and community facilities.
The Land Use Plan of the Specific Plan 03-067 Specific Plan designates the majority
of the site as Low Density Residential Residential serving commercial del!e/opment
;s planned within the NeighlJorJwod Commerc;al. land use of the Specific Plan.
Development should not be allowed on hillsides nor alluvial fari areas to protect the scenic
resources of the City.
The project boundary of Specific Plan 03-067 is outside of the pristine hill.sides and
alluvial.fan areas and therefore generates no impact to these valuable resources.
4.2 CIRCULATION ELEMENT
4.2
Roadway classifications and design standards should be based on current estimates of
build-out reflecting approved development projects.
Development standards of perimeter roadways are established in the General Plan
Circulation Element. Existfrig and proposed roadway improvements in and around the
project boundary are based on current estimates of build-out and consistent with. the goals
and policies established in tlte Circulation Element of the Genr:ral. Plan.
Alternative circulation system improvements need to be developed to relieve traffic
c-0ngestion along Washington Street.
Specffic Plan 03-067 abuts Madison and Jefferson Streets and takes pr;mary ,md secondary
acaessfrom these roadway.~. Impacts to Wcr.i;hington Street are minimal due to the distance
from the project site. ·
Traffic impacts resulting from development should be identified through a mandatory traffic
impact analysis process.
peve/opment projeot.s at Specific Plan 03-067 are subject to th;s requirement established
in the Devel.opment Review Process delineated in rms Specific P Ian docwnent as amended.
Pedestrian and bicycle networks should be developed which link activity centers in order to
facilitate recreational wallcing and biking and to establish non~automotive transportation as a
viable alternative to driving.
Internal go{( cart, bicycle, and pedestrian access is incorporated in the Circulation Plan
for Specific Plan 03-067 and i.'I accommodated on the exli;ting and planned roadway .sy.~tem.
8pllcific Plan 03-067
Monroe
Jefferson
The circulation system should be designed and maintained to encourage walking, bicycling
and transit utilization as alternatives to automobile travel Improvements to existing transit
service should be considered, including provision of additional transit stops on major
roadways and covered bus shelters at all existing and future stops .
The development along the perimeter of Specific Plan 03-067 designates locations for
transit .~·tops and shelters. The internal circulation systems promotes the use of golf carts,
pedestr;an. paths and shuttles as a means of minimizing vehicular traffic.
4.3 OPEN SPACE ELEMENT
Development on "dune" areas should be enhanced to accentUate 1he scenic, topographical and
cultural resources of the City.
Although no areas of typical drme lanllfonrt ex;st within the am.ended Specific Plan
boundOJy, the landscape concept designates the dune portions of Specific Plan 03-067 as
a valuable resource to be inJegrated into the overall master p!tm of development in either
landform mass and topography or in plant material theme. 11ie Championship Golf
Courses planned for construction will utilize varied and significant topog,.aphy in an
environmentally responsible manner to create dramatlc scenic resources.
Open space should be de.fined to include lriJJside areas, alluvial rans, water courses, golf
courses, and natural park areas. Natural , improved and unimproved types of open space
should be included within the definition.
Lakes and dramatic earthscaping are the predominant landscape theme throughout
Specifw Plan 03-067 land.~cape architecl.ure as planned and will be integrated into the
overall masff!r plan grading concept.
As a link to the City's cultural past, elements of existing citrus orchards, date palm groves and
.funning areas should be preserved
Specific Plan 03-067 will utilize the success of tlte Rancho La Quinta landscape concept
which estahhr;hed Citrus "Groves'' as a primary imaging theme in landscape architecl.ure.
Simtlar/y. Date Palms will be used as the primary vertical statement at the entry points to
the project as well as withtn the boulevanl kmd~cape theme.
Pennitted lllild uses and standards for development in open space and watercourse areas
should be identified.
Development standards for Specific Plan 03-067 are delineated in Section 3, Zoning and
Development Regulations, within thi.Y document for development in open space and water
course areas.
Specific Plnn 03-067 4.3
4.4 PARK AND RECREATION ELEMENT
Parle and recreation uses should be located in proxi:mify to residential uses to facilitate pedestrian
access and should include the provision of appropriate facllities.
The master plan for development w;Jh;n Spec{fic Plan 03-067 has, as a primary focus,
recreation amenities.for golf, tennis, and passive walking within the project site.
An integrated bicycle network and well ftmctiorung pedestrian path system should be provided
Bike paths are a passive u .. ~e of tire prh;ate roadway system within Specific Plan 03-067 with
connections to the existing estah!Lrhed network of bike path({ on adja1,,-enr circulation links.
Sewage effluent should be utilized for large turf (i.e., golf course, active recreation) areas and
drought tolerant plant species should be used to reduce the impact <>n the potable water
supply of the City.
When eco11om.icully feasible, ret:ycled water sources are envisioned as a source of
irrigation water for the recreation elements of the plan area. Drought resistant plant
material is a staple of the palette within the plan area.
4.5 ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATION ELEMENT
4.4
Scenic corridors, vjst.as and view sheds of the Santa Rosa and Coral Reef Mountains, as well
as views toward the San Gorgonio Pass, shouJd be preserved and enhanced.
Utility resources should be conserved utilizing a variety of feasible strategies.
Recycled wastewater will be utilized at Specific Plan 03-067 to supplement irrigation
demands once economically available to mi,iimize water consumption..
The City should be protected from the adverse impacts of storm water runoff, including
properfy damage as well as water quality.
The golf courses are desigrzed with basins within the corridors to provide stonn water
retention during flooding.
Permitted land uses and standards for development in open space and watercOlrrse areas
should be identified . '
Golf course u.se features the integration of watershed zones with open .space and
are designed within. the con·idors to provide storm warer retention duringflooding.
TI1e quality and quantity of grmmdwater should be protected and maintained. Water
conservation efforts should be maintained, expanded and implemented.
La lees within the g:O!f coio·se boundt1ry1 prav;de for storage of run-off for use in irrigation.
Specific Pla.n 03-067
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4.6 INFRASTRUCTURE AND PUBLIC SERVICES ELEMENT
Utility resources should be conserved utilizing a variety off easible strategies.
All structures are built to City Zon.ing and Development Code and the uniform building
code standard~· which implement a strategy of conservation of energy and resources.
Adequate levels of law enforcement, fire protection, health care services and facilities should
be provided in reasonable proximity to City residents.
The Specific Plan 03-067 project conlTibutes to iefrastructure fees to mitigate any
perceived impact and provides additioru1/ se.cul'ity personnel thereby reducing the
required manpower from Jhe Ciiy ~\' law enforcement services.
The recycling, reduction and reuse of waste generated in the City should be supported by the City.
All structures are built to City Zoning and Development Code and the un!form building
code standards which implement a strategy of conservation of energy and resources.
Frequent collection of solid waste and adequate disposal should be provided to keep the City
clean and disease-free.
The Spec{fic Plan 03-067 project contributes to infrastructure fees to mitigate any
perceived impact.
4.7 ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS ELEMENT
The standards for development should be carefully regulated to minimize structural damage
and loss of life (from earthquakes). even though the City is located in a low intensity ground-
shaking zone.
All structutes are built to City 'Zoning and Development Code and the uniform buil.ding
code standards which fmp!emrmt a strategy of con.~ervat.ion of energy and resources.
The development of areas located within 100-year floodplain boundaries and not protected by
existing stonn water facilities should be ad.dressed.
All structures are built to City Zoning and Development Code and the un!form
building code standard'> which implement a .~·trategy of conservation of energy and
re.source.r.
Subsidence hazards for the eastern portion of the City due to its loca1ion within a region
characterized by potential soil liquefaction during severe ground shaking should be reduced
if possible.
All st1'Uclures are. built ·to City Zoning and Development Code and the uniform building code
&landards ~hich implement. a strategy of conservation of energy and resowves.
4 .5
Noise mitigation should be considered with all development near arterial streets.
Sethach·.from adjacent arterials are required by City development regulation.
A noi.-;e study has· been prepared for development a4jacent to arterials and other
development as requ;red by the City ofLa Quinta Community Development Department.
The factors that contribute to the increased risk of fire hazard should be reduced to protect La
Quinta citizens and structures from fire damage.
All structures are built to City Zoning and Dl!11elopment Code and the 1mifonn building
code standards which implement{' strategy of comervation of energy and resources.
4.8 AIR QUALITY ELEMENT
4.6
The stationary and mobile source of air quality impacts associated with new development
should be addressed.
• An analysis of the Air Quality has been prepared m conjunction wtth the pmv;ous Spec[flc
Plan amendment #1. All perceived impacts associated with this prq;ect propo.s·al will be
mitigated to a level of insignificance.
The Applicant shall utilize blow sand and dust control measunts in accordance with the
Municipal Code and the Uniform Building Code and subject to the approval of the City
Engineer. Particular care shall be exercised during periods of extreme wind activff.)~
An analysis of tire Air Quality has been prepared in cot1iuncti.on with the previous Specific
Plan amendment #1. AU perceived impacts associated with this project proposal will be
mitigated to a level of insign{fl.cance.
At the time of submittal of tentative tract maps or plans for a1ty zoning approval the
Applicant s/r(Ji[ demonstrate that adequate provlriott has bee1t made for rton -automotive
means of transportation within the project site as a means of reducing dependence on
private automobHe.s. 111i$ may include golf cart path systems, bic,ycle and pedestrian
system:;, and other similar systems ca11sfstentwith the specific plan.
Specific project designs shall encourage the use of public transit by providing for bus
stops as required by the Commtmity De11elopmcmt Director and co11siste11t with the
requb'ements of local transit dist,.icts and the specific plan.
The Applicanl shall encourage and support the use of Sunline van/bus service and
Dial-A-Ride between "the project site, local airports (e.g., Palm Springs, Thermal) and
other regional land uses.
Specific Pinn 03-067