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Tom Beatty
Beatty Pacific Development
44-530 San Pablo
Suite 203
Palm Desert, CA 92260
Dear Tom.
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Congratulations on getting your pioperty into escrow. As pi-eviously discussed via
telephone I feel it is important to tell your new buyer the following information .
concerning the property.
1. Engineers have nraluated die property with test drill cores that indeed revealed the
property has debris (trees/shrubs) buried under the surface. The new owner will need
to re -compact the foundation site per engineering.
s 2. The current transformer location and load capabilities are inadequate for another
house of comparable size. The new owner will need to contact IID to see what their
3. -The new owner should be made aware that the HOA regulations state the need to
submit house plans by an independent architect for review to the HOA. The purpose
is to maintain Tuscan architecture and design features throughout the development.
4. The new owner should be aware that he is buying thei property as is. Coral )Mountain
Estates/Baumann developer will not be responsible for any additional costs to make
said lot buildable.
Sincerely, CITY O F LA Q �J B
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Bruce R_ Baumann, DDS ED
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Dear Tom,
I have talked to Mike Homme regarding the information you desire.
I• — Debris. buried 'under the surface
When construction of the foundation was dome on lot 1, Mike noticed a lot of
wooded -debris present just under the sarface. Several test sites were drilled revealing
unusual amount of buried de'cr-;s. Phil at Earth Systems did these test drills and
according to Mike you were -present when some of those tests were run.
The conclusion drawn is that full upper and full lower grading railed to remove the
wooded debris and it was buried under the fill dirt that was received from the
Lots 1 and 2 had buried debris on it. Lots 3 and 4 appeared clean. There are no
written reports that I know of.
IX — Transformer- location/load capabilities
The transformer location is on the original grading reports by CV Engineering. If
you contact David I am sure they still have copies.
T�egarding the location of the transformer, Mike told me there was some
discussion with IID that they did not understand why the transformers were located
where they were. IID said they prefer to have them clo e-zoad. _ITD obviously
approved. the plan at some earlier time. CITY OF LA QUINT
G&-6AFETl' DEPT.
Regarding the size of the transformers that was placed by Ryonand Dy on w
minimal in size and can not accommodate two homes Pf large-��e. Mike s/the
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transformer present was good for a tract home :with 40,00amps, we have use
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comments about the above listed.
I hope this information helps.
Since I
Bruce R. Baumann, DDS'
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November 16, 2005
Homme Construction
P.O. Box 258
Palm Desert, California 92261
Attention: Mr. Michael Homme '
Subject: Supplemental Exploratory Test Pits
Project. Tract 29963, Lots 2, 3, and 4
Coral Mountain Court
La Quints, California
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79-811 B Country Club Dnve .
Bermuda Dunes, CA 92203
(760)345-1588
(800) 924-7015
FAX (760) 345-7315
File No-: 08589-08
05-11-795
References: 1. Earth Systems: Southwest, Geotechnical Engineering Report, Proposed 19.2 —
Acre Residential Development, Avenue 58, %z Mile West of Madison Street, La
Quinta, California, File No.: 08589-01, Document No.: 02-04-792, dated
April 261, 2002.
2- Earth Systems Southwest, Interim Report of Testing and Observation during.
Gradin„ 4 Lot Subdivision, Traet'29963, La Quinta, California, File No.: 08589-
06, Document No.: 03-09-702, dated August 22, 2003.
Dear Mr. Homme:
As requested; a representative of Earth Systems Southwest (ESSW) met with Mr. Ed Maloof
with Homme •Constiuction•on November 14, 2005. Exploratory test pits were excavat6d to
depths of 2 to 4 feet below existing grade. The purpose of the excavations was to determine the
extent if any, of deleterious materials.
Lot 2
Three exploratory test pits were excavated on this lot as indicated on the attached dra«ing.
Pit L11 is located on the south side of the pad; no deleterious materials were encountered in this
Pit
Pit 02 is located on the west side of the pad; in this pit some
Pit 0. is located on the north side of the.pad; only 1 toot
ripped out during the digging process.
Lot 3
11LDING & SAFETY'DEPT.
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Two exploratory test pits were excavated on. this lot as indicated on the
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Pit m4 is located on the west side of the pad; no -deleterious materials were encountered in this
Pit.
Pit :S is Iocated on the east side of the pad; no deleterious materials were encountered in this pit.
Lot 4
Three exploratory test pits were excavated on this lot as indicted on the attached drawing.
Pit V'r'6 is located on the north side of the pad; no deleterious materials were encountered in this
Pit.
Pit #7 is located on the .south side of the pad; no deleterious materials were encountered in this
pit.
Pit r8 is located on the west side of the pad, no deleterious materials were encountered in this
pit.
Based upon observations during excavations on these lots, it is our opinion that the grading of
these pads has essentially met the requirements of the soil repoit and the City of La Quinta.
The following recommendations should be followed when construction of these lots has
commenced. Lot 2 should be checked carefully along tic western nide to. verify that no debris or
other deleterious materials are within the stiucture limits. Lots 3 and 4 should be verified when
utility trenches are excavated.
Should you have say questions concernivag our report please give us a call and we will be pleased
to assisry-o .
Sincerely, Q�o�esslo�
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Tom,
I spoke with Carlos.Partida regarding the capacity of the existing transformer and he assured me that the existing
transformer would be able to provide power to the fixture electrical service at the vacant lot He had indicated that
the transformer was sized to handle multiple 400 amp services.
Please call me if you have any questions.
Ralph Raya
MRC Engineering, Inc.
72-880 Fred Waring Drive, Suite C-11
Palm Desert, CA. 92260
T. 760-340-9005
F. 760-340-9100
CITY OF LA QUINTA
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August 2, 2007
Mr. Bruce Baumann
44239 Monterey Avenue
palm Desert, CA. 92260
Coral Mountain Estates Lot 2
Dear Bruce:
In regard to your letter to me dated June 20, 2007 that I received on July 24, 2007, I am
requesting that you provide me with copies of all engineering reports that you have that
reveal that my Lot 2 has debris buried under the surface_ Also, please provide any written
information that you have that confirms that the existing transformer location and load
capability is inadequate to serve another home of comparable size on my lot
I am currently doing additional inve zigation rereardiag both of these matters with Earth
Systems and with IID. Thank you.
Sincerely,
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Thomas R. Beaty
CITY OF LA QUANTA
BUILDING & SAFETY DEPT.
IPROVED
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CORAL MO-UNTAIN ESTATES HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION
ANI UAL MEEMIG: July 24, 2007
LOCATION: 44239 Monterey Avenue, Palm Desert, CA 92260
PRESENT: Bruce Baumann, Janiffer Baumann
NOT PRESENT BUT NOTIFIED: Nancy Beatty, Tom Beatty
1. The monthly homeowner's dues per lot will remain at 5500.00 per month.
2. New owners (upon completion ofsale, through escrow) will still be required to pay a
one-time fee of 52,500.00 to the homeowners association. The deposit can be made
directly to Pacific Western Bank, as are monthly homeowner dues.
Having no other business or discussion arise, the meeting was adjourned.
mitt d Jan: er aumanr., President
Cc: Tom Beatty
CITY O LA QUINTA
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FINAL REPORT OI' TEST NG AND
OBSERVATION DURING GIWANG
4 LO'T SUBDIVISION, TRACT 29963
LA QULN'TA, CALM ORNIA
!November 21, 200.
CITY OF
LA QUIN
BUILDING & SAFETY DEPT.
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FOR CONSTRUCTION
2005 earth Systems Southwc qt
Un uthorized use or copying of chic document is strictl '_ roh�bit��d BY
without the expres,r wrimtea conscnt of Earl Systems sou
File No.: 08589-06
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Earth Systems
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Bennuda Dunes, CA 92203
(760)345-1588
(800) 924-7015
FAX (760)345-7315
%Iovern* 21, 2005 .1 File No.: 08589-06
05-11-801
Madison Estates, LLC.
74-020 Allessandro, Suite F
Palm Desch, California 92260
Attention: Mr- Tofu Beatty
Project: 4 Lot Subdivision, Tract 29963
La Quinta. California
Subject: Final Report of Testing and Observations
Performed During Grading
Reference: I. Earth Systems Southwest, Interim Report of Testing and Observations During
Grading Tract- 29963, Lv Quinta, California, .File No.: 08539-01, Document
No.: 03-09-702, dated August 22, 2003.
2. Earth Systems Southwest, Geotechnical Engineering Report Update with
Revised Grading Recommendations for Tract 30834, La Quinta, California,
Document No.: 08589-04, No.: 03-03-756, dated March 21, 2003.
3. Earth System Southwest, Geotechnical Engineering Report for 19.2 Acre
Residential Development, La Quinta, California, File No.: 08589-01, Report
No-: 02-04-792, dated April 26, 2002.
Submitted herewith is a report of testing and intermittent observations performed during the
grading on the above referenced project. Grading operations were performed by F & F Grading
using conventional heavy equipment. Testing was performed as per authorization. of Mr. Tom
Beatty.
Test results are presented on the attached test report sheet with their estimated locations plotted
on the. accompanying plan. Compaction tests -were performed in accordance with
ASTM D 2922-81, Method A or B; and ASTM D 3017-88 Nuclear Density Test Procedures.
The maximum density and optimum moisture were detennined iE—t ie�_� �orat -in-acco ce
with AST?vf D 1557-91, Method A or C. B�,` LDING & SAFETY DEPT. OF LA QUINTA
Test result; are as follows: � APPROVED P R ®��
Soil Description USCS Maximum Density FDPOTStrrf�itcJ
Brown silty Sand, fuse
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November 21, 2005 - 2 - File No.: 03559-06
05-11-301
DISCUSSION:
Th;:, project is located on the north side of Avenue 58, '/z mile west of Nladison Street. in
the Citi- of La Quinta, California.
2. ulnar to this grading, the site consisted of partially graded descri lands.
3. The proposed development will consist of 4 single-stor}• farrrily residence, with
accompanying street and utility improvements.
4. The scope of our wurlc -was based on plans and staking by (Nolte.
5. The site wits cleared of any pre-existing vegetation prior to grading optrationg.
6. Building pads to receive 3 feei or more of fill were excavated to a depth of 2 feet below
eti:i;ting grade. Building pads with less than 3 feet of fill %vere over excavated to a depth
of 3 f, -et below finish made or bottom of footings whichever was greater. The bottom: of
the excavations were moisture conditioned and compacted in such a manner as to obtain a
minimum of 904',) relative compaction for an additional 12 inches.
7. The pads sat for approximately 10 months awaiting import soils to complete the gradin;.
l 5. Fill materials consisting of import soils were placed in relatively thin lifts aid corap:•,ctu;
into place.
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9. A total of 42 Compaction tests were performed.
10. Test res a
in the areas tested.
H. The test locations are approximate and % sere determined by pacing and sighting fro,
prominent field features. In our work; we have relied on topographic and survey
information provided by other.
12. Based upon intermittent observations and testing daring theses grading, operations from
.fungi 24, 2004 through July 14, 2001, it is our opinion that the grading has met the intent
of thie recorlmclydatiorrs of the referenced Geotechnical Engineering Report Update; as
well as the grading ordinances of the City of La Quinta.
13. As used herein, the term "observation' implies only ti"at-�«-ab,ced-tb,;�r zss of
work the agreed to be involved with, and performed testn� hicla
opinion as to whether the work essentially complies w t � rl► q
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1 'With any manufactured product, there are. statistical v� natio:=r-art i�t,�� r �� � T n the
accuracy of tests used to measure its quality. As compared with nthcr rnimufactured
products, field construction usually presents large stati:stiral var_ -r_ •a_is it; unifomrih
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and in the accuracy of test results used to meast re' -its -qua 4-y—�F�us^t- •it-tI
careful observation and testing; it emiot be said that at] parts of the prc+,iucl comply with
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the job requirements, and the degree of certainty is greater with full-time observation and
testing than it is with testing only. Therefore, our opinion based on testing the work
means that there .is only a statistically -based probability that the densities obtained
comply with the job requirements.
15. We make no warranty, express or implied, except that our services were performed in
accordance with engineering principles generally accepted at this time and location.
16. It is recommended that Earth Systems Southwest (E SSW) be provided the opportunity for
a general review of any changes to the final design and/or location of the proposed
structures in order that earthwork and foundation recommendations may be properly
interpreted. If ESSW is not accorded the privilege of making this recommended review,
we can assume no responsibility for misinterpretation of our recommendations_
17. This interim report is issued with the understanding that it is the responsibility of the
owner, or of his representative, to insure that the information and recommendations
contained herein are called to the attention of the architect and engineers for the project
and are incorporated into the plans and specifications for the project. It is also the
owner's responsibility; or his representative, to ensure that the necessary steps are taken
to see that the general contractor and all subcontractors carry out such recommendations
in the field. It is farther understood that the owner or his representative is responsible for
submittal of thus report to the appropriate governing, agencies.
If there are any questions concerning this report, please do not hesitate*to contact this office.
Respectfully submitted,_QoFBssro,,,
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Phillip D. Clanton
Supervisory Technician
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Test No
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Description Elevation
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Per Plan 4.0 BPG
10.2
101.5
92
110.0
11
06/24/04
Per Plan 4.0 BPG
9.6
103.8
94
110.0
12
06/24/04
Per Plan 4.0 BPG
11.2
103.6
94
110.0
13
06/25/04
Per PIan 3.0 BSG
7.5 '
109.4
99
110.0
14
06/25/04
Per Plan 2.0 BSG
6.7
109.6
99
110.0
15
06/25/04
Per Plan 3.0 BSG
8.1
108.5
98
110.0
16
06/25/04
Per Plan 2.0 BSG
7.9
107.7
98
110.0
17
06/25/04
Per Plan 3.0 BSG
8.0
109.3
99
110.0
18
06/25/04
Per Plan 2.0 BSG
8.2
106.8
97
110.0
19
07/02/04
Per Plan 1.5 BSG
7.6
104.6
95
110.0
20
07/02/04
Per Plan 1.5 BSG
7.0
102.4
93
110.0
21
07/02/04
Per Plan 1.5 BSG
5.6
99.3
90
110-0.
22
07/02/04
Per Plan Curb Level
10.3
101.4
92
110.0
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07/02/04
Per Plan Curb Level
'9.0
99.8
90
110.0
07/02/04
Per Plan Curb Level
10.7
100.3
91
110.0
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•07/02/04
Per Plan Curb Level
11.0
99.7
90
110.0
26
07/02/04
Per Plan. Curb Level
10.7
103.3
94
110.0
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28
07/02/0.4
Per Elan 1.5 BSG
1.5
100.8
91
110.0
29
07/02/04
Per Plan 1.5 BSG
1:9
102.8
94
110.0
30
07/02/04
Per Plan 1.5 BSG
1.5
100.5
91
110.0
31
07/12/04
Pcr Plan 3.0 BSG
7.6
99.9
90
110.0
32
07/12/04
Per Plan 1.0 BSG
9.0
1003
91
110.0
33
07/12/04
-Per Plan 3.0 BSG
7.2
99.2
90
110.0
34
07/12/04
Per Plan 1.5 BSG
8.1
99.2
90
110.0
35
07/12/04
Per Plan 2.0 BSG
8.7
102.6
93
110.0
36
07/12/04
Pcr Plan 1.0 BSG
6.8
101.5
92
110.0
37
07/12/04
Per Plan 1-.0 BSG
8.8
103.1
93
110.0*
38
07/12/04
Per Plan PG
7.4
100.1
91
110.0
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110.0
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LOCATION: La Quinta, California
Test No, Datc Tested Description
Finish Grade
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Per Plan
07/14/04
Per Plan
07/14/04
Per Plan
07/14/04
Per Plan
07/14/04
Per Plan
07/14/04
Per Plan
07/14/04
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07/14/04
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07/14/04
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97 110.0
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7.4
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