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DESIGN GUIDELINES
The guidelines contained in this section identify unifying elements for design of buildings and landscaping
within the Travertine development in order to compliments its surrounding community. The exhibits
provided are intended as conceptual illustrations and do not depict final designs, or plans.
3.1 Purpose and Intent
The Design Guidelines have been developed to achieve a high quality, cohesive design concept for the
community that will develop within the Travertine Specific Plan. These design guidelines provide the
foundation for the design and construction of an aesthetically unified residential and tourist commercial
development incorporating the natural environment and the local history of the surrounding area.
The design guidelines are intended to:
• Ensure the extensive open space elements of the plan are visible and available to all residents.
• Assist in implementing the design intent of the Specific Plan by establishing project compatibility
among different residential densities and land uses.
• Provide a consistent approach to site planning and the design of buildings, streets, signage, walls
and fences, lighting, landscaping and other+ design elements that will endure the life of the
community.
• Ensure the placement of structures consider the environmental conditions including sun
orientation, prevailing winds and on and off-site views.
• Ensure the residential development edges are softened by landscape whenever possible.
• Promote the orientation of residential products to maximize vistas and access to open space uses.
• Offer a variety of residential products, styles and lot configurations that will ease monotony and
help to create a pleasing distinction of home types.
• Ensure manufactured slopes have varied gradients and where appropriate are shaped to mimic
natural landforms
• Provide for a varied street scene by staggering front setbacks and garage orientations
• Ensure all land uses are cohesively situated within the projects natural setting
3.2 Introduction
The Travertine residential and tourist commercial land use plan has been designed to make the most of the
benefits of the distinguishing qualities of its location and topography. The land use plan is influenced by
and is sensitive to the environment in which the community is located.
The Design Guidelines adopted as part of the Travertine Specific Plan consist of two principal components:
Landscape Design Elements and Architectural Design Elements. These components define the design
concept, physical character and overall design vision of Travertine. The Design Guidelines establish the
framework to achieve a harmonious compatibility between the residential neighborhoods and project design
features.
3.3 Theme
Travertine draws its inspiration from the desert environment in which it is situated. The project’s unique
setting finds itself at the base of the Santa Rosa mountains and upon completion will be surrounded by tens
of thousands of acres of permanent open space as a backdrop for this one of a kind community. The large
landforms, known as the historic Martinez Rock Slide as well as Coral Mountain acts as an inspiration for
theming the project in terms of form, color, and scale. The goal of this project is to provide the highest
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The Resort/Spa portion of the project will provide a unique setting for wellness. The Resort/Spa will cater
to a high-end clientele interested in state-of-the-art holistic healing methods as well as a recovery center
that will define this exclusive Resort/Spa. The massing and scale of the Resort/Spa architecture is intended
to blend with and mimic the Coral Mountain topography which borders the Resort/Spa.
Architectural designs for the Travertine community may be contemporary or traditional interpretations of
the common contemporary desert themed architecture; as long as they are comprised of a consistent and
appropriate design vocabulary that is true to the principles of the style and stay within the constraints of
location, program, and budget. It is the intention of these guidelines to foster a community of unique
environmental design solutions that are appropriate for the project.
3.4 Architectural Design Elements
The integrity of the architectural character of the project will be maintained through the application of
guidelines stipulated within the plan and throughout the site. When used together the styles should be
designed to create a neighborhood character that will be sustainable over time. Each home should
contribute to the architectural character of the neighborhood. Design elements such as porches, recessed
windows, architectural details and accents, garage configurations and orientations, and articulated
elevations are encouraged to enhance individual homes and to promote the overall neighborhood character.
The Architectural Guidelines suggest themes compatible with the Coachella Valley character but are not
intended to limit expressions of varying architectural styles. The Architectural Guidelines section outlines
selected architectural styles and massing by the proposed home types and densities for the project.
Examples of six typical home sizes are listed below and styles can be found in Exhibits 3.1-3.6. Examples
of typical estates, resort residential and villas are depicted in Exhibits 3.7-3.9.
Low Density Residential
• Estate Homes, Exhibit 3.1
• Single Family Luxury, Exhibit 3.2
• Single Family Mid, Exhibit 3.3
• Single Family Entry, Exhibit 3.4
Medium Density Residential
• Patio Homes, Exhibit 3.5
• Single Family Attached Units, Exhibit 3.6
Every development proposal within the Travertine Specific Plan shall be reviewed by the City of La Quinta
Planning Commission to assure its conformance with the intent of the architectural guidelines stated and
illustrated within the document. However, it is intended that any other suitable designs proposed that may
not be specifically mentioned in this document, but is consistent with the initial theme, may be considered
and approved for use.
The guidelines below describe general attributes that are common to all architectural examples, yet it is the
way that they are adapted and modified to suit a particular style that creates a richness of diversity in a
master planned community. Accordingly, these Design Guidelines are provided as a resource to those
involved in the design and implementation of this Specific Plan and illustrative in nature and meant to be
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Massing and Scale:
• The size and scale of the building shall be proportionate to the size of the lot and building’s setting
in compliance to setbacks;
• Provide variable setback to different parts of the dwelling unit to encourage vertical and horizontal
massing breaks;
• Varied garage layouts and floor plan configurations that create more desirable proportions and
neighborhood curb appeal;
• Projections and recesses that provide shadow and depth;
• The addition of balconies or porches is highly encouraged to improve the scale and massing of two-
story homes.
• The solar orientation of the buildings will be a key consideration in the design in order to reduce
the impact of the development on the local utilities.
• Building Articulation:
• The roof ridgelines, heights and slopes of the homes shall be appropriate to the intended
architectural style;
• Design elements such as fireplaces and chimneys add interest with added articulation to home
designs.
• Porches, Balconies, Stoops, and Decks
• Front porches, balconies, covered terraces, courtyards are key elements used to provide outdoor
living spaces;
• Porches, balconies and covered terraces shall be authentic to the architectural style of the home;
• Porches, balconies and covered terraces should be in proportion to the scale of the building;
• Decks and balconies shall be of adequate size to serve as outdoor spaces;
• Decks and balconies of adjacent homes shall be staggered to protect privacy of neighbors and
• Decks and balcony posts, trims and balustrade railings shall be consistent with the architectural
style of the home
3.4.1 Color
The proposed architectural color motif will be desert compatible, using a palette of earth tones. This
harmonious and pleasing palette will be completed with a variety of accents, roof tones and textures, with
complementary window moldings and architectural detailing. The predominantly earth tone structure colors
will range from beiges, gray-green tones, mauves, whites, creams, tan, sand, light browns, and similar earth
tones
3.4.2 Materials
Roofing material shall be compatible with architectural features and resistant to the harsh desert climate. In
addition, stucco, rock façade, tile, and materials resistant to the desert environment will be utilized in the
construction of the buildings onsite. Energy efficiency will be a major consideration when designing the
homes and buildings in the development. Unsuitable materials, such as unprotected exposed metal,
equipment and venting, unprotected wood, and vinyl, will be prohibited. Examples of materials that may
be used are found in Exhibit 3.10.
Sustainability is a major consideration of the City of La Quinta and the region as a whole. When possible,
rapidly renewable materials will be considered and used in the construction of the buildings in Travertine.
It also will be important to consider the construction waste generated from the site and prevent raw materials
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3.4.3 Fences and Walls
For purposes of this section, “fence” or “wall” means any type of fence, wall, retaining wall, sound
attenuation wall, screen or windscreen. The terms “fence” and “wall” are used interchangeably in this
section to mean any or all of the preceding structures. All fencing and wall use are subject to the City of La
Quinta municipal 9.60.030 Fences and walls should reflect the materials and design of the approved home
façade. The treatment of the wall should match the architectural treatment of the residential building, or the
walls and/or fences that are an integral part of the garden design. Examples of materials that may be used
for fences and walls are found in Exhibit 3.11.
Low freestanding courtyard walls, gateposts and entry monuments under six (6) feet high may be integrated
into the driveway or auto court-design. Walls, fences, terraces and outdoor landscape areas should appear
to be extensions of indoor areas and the building architecture, rather than as independent elements. Walls
shall be architecturally compatible with the house and built of similar materials and colors “Drive through”
archways or beams may be permitted on a case by case basis with the approval of the City.
The design concept, therefore, is to make fences and walls blend with both the architecture and the
landscape, while still providing privacy and security consistent with the needs of individual lot owners.
Fences and walls placed on lots shall be an extension of the colors and materials of the adjacent residential
architecture, visually compatible and be of materials related to the land (such as stone). They may occur as
an extension of house living spaces, to frame courtyards or to direct views. Wrought iron fencing styles and
downslope fencing techniques are encouraged to maintain views.
The following requirements apply to all fences and walls within the Travertine Community:
1. Walls and fences should be kept as low as possible while performing their intended function. Wall
height should be minimized to avoid a “fortress” appearance. The design of fences and walls, as well
as the materials used, should be consistent with the overall house design.
2. Appropriate materials for walls and fencing include tube steel, river rock stone veneer, split face
block and slumpstone block.
3. Fence and wall colors should match or complement the color of the building.
4. Tops of retaining walls should blend with natural contours. Ends of walls should not end abruptly,
but are to transition into existing landforms, rock outcroppings and vegetation.
5. Plant materials are encouraged to be woven in and around fences to help fences merge with the
landscape.
6. Adjacent to a Nonresidential Zone or Uses, the maximum fence height between a residential zone or
use and a nonresidential zone or use shall be eight feet.
Prohibited Fence Materials and Construction Fences include, the use of barbed wire, razor wire, chain link,
or similar materials in or on fences is prohibited in all residential districts. Chain link fencing is permitted
for temporary construction fences when authorized by a minor use permit issued in accordance with
Section 9.210.020. Said minor use permit shall not be approved until a permit for grading, or construction,
has been filed for, whichever comes first.
3.5 Landscape Design Elements
The primary purpose of the design guidelines for landscape architecture is to ensure that landscape
treatments and materials utilized in Travertine will enhance the high-quality aesthetic impression to be
achieved while also complementing the physical design and architectural features of the community. It will
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minimal amounts of water. The landscape elements are planned to accent entrances and soften hard surfaces
and structures. Landscape materials and elements selected should be appropriate for the climate of the area
which includes hot dry summers and moderate winters. All landscape materials are in compliance with
CVWD standards. Examples of landscape treatments are found in Exhibits 3.11–3.31.
The experience of both arriving and leaving the Travertine project from the north east extension of Jefferson
Street will be enhanced by the abundance of open space between the dike and the Resort/Spa property. The
area between the dike and Resort/Spa will be permanent open space under the control and management of
the CVWD. Proximity to the open space will heighten the exclusivity and the feeling of protection provided
by this project feature. Generous setbacks will be provided along Jefferson Street and the edges of
development. The open space and landscape elements will emulate the simplicity and beauty of the existing
environment.
The Landscape Design Guidelines section presents general imagery for entries, streetscapes, community
slope, parks, trails and project edge conditions. A plant palette provides a specific list of plants that
reinforces the community design character and which is compatible with the surrounding natural open
space. The plant lists are organized by plant type and are found in Table 4.
Table 8: Landscape Palette
Botanical Name Common Name
Trees
Acacia smallii Sweet Acacia*
Acacia salicina Willow Acacia*
Acacia stenophylla Shoestring Acacia*
Chilopsis linearis Desert Willow
Chitalpa x tashkentensis Chitalpa
Citrus Citrus Tree
Cupressus arizonica Arizona Cypress
Dalea spinosa Smoke Tree
Fraxinus uhdei ‘Majestic Beauty’ Evergreen Ash
Lysiloma thornberi Feather Bush
Olneya tesota Desert Ironwood
Parkinsonia ‘Desert Musem’ Palo Verde
Parkisonia floridum Blue Palo Verde
Parkinsonia praecox Sonoran Palo Verde
Pinus eldarica Afghan Pine
Prosopis glandulosa Texan Honey Mesquite
Quercus virginiana ‘Heritage’ Heritage Live Oak
Rhus lancea African Sumac
Schinus molle California Pepper
Thevetia peruviana Yellow Oleander
Vitex angus-catus Chaste Tree
Palms
Butia capitata Pindo Palm
Brahea armata Mexican Blue Palm
Chamerops humilis Mediterranean Fan Palm
Cycas revoluta Sago Palm
Phoenix dactylifera Date Palm DRAFT
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Phoenix roebelenii Pigmy Date Palm
Washingtonia filifera California Fan Palm
Washingtonia robusta Mexican Fan Palm
Shrubs
Alyogne huegelii Blue Hibiscus
Bougainvillea ‘Crimson Jewel’ Bougainvillea
Baileya multiradiata Desert Marigold
Buxus microphylla japonica Japanese Boxwood
Cassia nemophilla Green Cassia
Cassia phyllodinea Silvery Cassia
Calliandra californica Fairy Duster
Callistemon viminalis ‘Little John’ Dwarf Weeping Bottlebrush
Carissa macrocarpa ‘boxwood beauty’ Natal Plum
Carissa macrocarpa ‘Tuttlei’ Natal Plum
Dalea pulchra Indigo Bush
Dodonea viscose Hopseed Bush
Encelia farinosa Brittle Bush
Euryops p. ‘Viridis’ Green-leaf Euryops
Ilex vomitoria ‘Stokes’ Stokes Holly
Justicia californica Chuparosa
Justicia spicigera Mexican Honeysuckle
Lantana montevidensis ‘Trailing Purple” Purple Spreading Lantana
Lantana monevidensis ‘New Gold’ Golden Mound Lantana
Leucophyllum frutescens Texas Ranger
Leucophyllum frutescens ‘Thunder Cloud’ Texas Ranger
Leucophyllum langmaniae ‘Rio Bravo’ Cinnamon Sage
Ligustrum j. ‘Texanum’ Texas Privet
Myrtus communis True Myrtle
Nandina domestica ‘Compacta’ Compact Heavenly Bamboo
Nandina domestica ‘Harbor Dwarf’ Dwarf Heavenly Bamboo
Nandina domestica ‘Nana’ Dwarf Heavenly Bamboo
Nerium oleander ‘Petite Pink’ Dwarf Oleander
Phlomis fruticosa Jerusalem Sage
Photinia fraseri Fraser’s Photinii
Pittosporum tobira ‘Variegata’ Variegated Mock Orange
Pittosporum tobira ‘Wheeleri’ Dwarf Mock Orange
Rhaphiolepis i. ‘Ballerina’ Indian Hawthorn
Rhaphiolepis i. ‘Springtime’ Indian Hawthorn
Rosemarinus officinalis ‘Prostratus’ Dwarf Rosemary
Ruellia peninsularis Baja Ruellia
Salvia clevlandii Cleveland Sage
Salvia greggii Autumn Sage
Salvia leucantha Mexican Sage
Senna artemisiodes Feathery Cassia
Tagetis lemmonii Mexican Marigold
Tecoma Stans Yellow Trumpet Flower
Verbena rigida Sandpaper Verbena
Verbena gooddingii Goodding Verbena
Wedelia trilobata Wedelia
Xylosma congestum Xylosma DRAFT
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Espaliers and Vines
Bougainvillea ‘Barbara Karst’ Bougainvillea
Bougainvillea ‘Lavender Queen’ Bougainvillea
Clytostoma callistegiodes Lavender Trumpet Vine
Calliandra inequilatera Pink Powder Puff
Ficus pumila Creeping Fig
Gelsemium sempervirens Carolina Jessamine
Lonicera japonica Honeysuckle
Macfadeyena unguis-cati Catclaw Vine
Tecomaria capensis Cape Honeysuckle
Desert Accents
Aeonium arboretum NCN
Agave Americana Century Plant
Agave attenuata Fox Tail Agave
Agave gemniflora Twin-Flowered Agave
Agave vilmoriniana Octopus Agave
Aloe arborescens Tree Aloe
Aloe ferox Cape Aloe
Aloe saponaria Soap Aloe
Aloe striata Coral Aloe
Caesalpina gilliesii Yellow Bird of Paradise
Caesalpinia mexicana Mexican Bird of Paradise
Caesalpinia pulcherrima Red Bird of Paradise
Crassula falcata NCN
Dasylirion wheeleri Desert Spoon
Dracenea draco Dragon Tree
Echinocactus grusonii Golden Barrel Cactus
Echinocereus engelmanii Englemann’s Prickly Pear
Euphorbia rigida Gopher Plant
Fouquleria splendens Ocotillo
Hesperaloe parviflora Red Yucca
Opuntia basilaris Beavertail Cactus
Pachycereus marginatus Mexican Pipe Organ
Penstemon parryi Parry Penstemon
Euphorbia milli Crown of Thorns
Yucca aloifolia Spanish Bayonet
Yucca gloriosa Soft Tip Yucca
Yucca whipplei Our Lords Candle
Groundcover
Acacia redolens Prostrate Acacia
Baccharis p. ‘Centennial’ Coyote Bush
Carissa macrocarpa ‘Green Carpet’ Natal Plum
Convolvulus cneorum Silver Bush Morning Glory
Gazania ‘Mitsua Orange’ Gazania
Gazania ‘Mitsua Yellow’ Gazania
Gazania rigens leucolaena Trailing Gazania
Myoporum parviflorum Myoporum
Oenothera berladieri Mexican Evening Primrose
Rosmarinus officinalis ‘Prostratus’ Prostrate Rosemary
Senicio manralisceae Blue Fingers DRAFT
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Verbena tenuisecta Moss Verbena
Grasses
Muhlenbergia capillaries ‘Regal Mist’ Regal Mist
Mulhemburgia rigens Deer Grass
Festuca glauca Blue Fescue
Helictotrichon sempervirens Blue Oat Grass
Pennisetum s. ‘Rubrum’ Red Fountain Grass
Perennials
Cuphea llavea Bat-Faced Cuphea
Guara lindheimeri Guara
Hemerocalis hybrids Daylily
Lavendula stoechas Spanish Lavender
Oenothera beriandieri Mexican Primrose
Penstemon spectabilis Showy Penstemon
Penstemon superbus NCN
Sphaeralcea ambigua Globe Mallow
Caesalpina gilliesii Yellow Bird of Paradise
NCN= No Common Name
The landscape concept focuses on creating a strong relationship with the built environment and the native
plant community. The primary community landscape elements shown in Exhibits 3.12-3.24 are:
• Project Entries / Gates;
• Jefferson Streetscape;
• Loop Roads Streetscape;
• Parks and Trails;
• Community Slope;
• Round-A-Bouts;
• Golf Course and Open Space; and Edge Conditions.
These landscape elements will occur throughout the community and unite Travertine under a common
design theme and plant palette. General guidelines and design criteria for the community landscape
elements are described throughout this section.
All landscape plans will be submitted to the City for review and approval. The following Exhibits display
conceptual ideas of desert themes and layouts for the Travertine Project. The landscaped sections, Exhibits
3.25–3.31 show the relationship of the project land uses to one another and from the built environment to
the projects’ natural edges.
3.5.1 Project Entries and Gates:
The extension of the secondary arterial connection between Jefferson and Avenue 62 will be an ungated
public road. Gating will occur to serve the uphill and downhill portion of the project, both of which are in
the loop roads, connected to the Jefferson and Avenue 62 arterial road.
A third gate is proposed at the entry to the Resort/Spa (PA-2). The treatment of 4 primary gated project
entries and the roundabout intersections within the Travertine Specific Plan area establishes the overall
community character for the project while forming a design hierarchy. These thematic features are created
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by complementing the surrounding natural environment, shown in Exhibit 3.3.20.
3.5.2 Jefferson and Loop Road Streetscapes:
The landscape character of Jefferson Street will be relaxed with large expansive parkways, and sloping
setbacks to development. The two roundabout intersections on Jefferson provide access to the residential
neighborhoods along the loop roads. The parkways along the loop roads are designed with a 9-foot parkway
in order to provide ample room for a pedestrian walk separated from the street by a landscape buffer, shown
in Exhibit 3.14 and Exhibit 3.15. Local street landscapes will be designed in a unified matter with the
master road system of the project, see Exhibit 3.24.
The landscape character of the streets in Travertine is a significant element in creating the perception of the
community character unification and quality. These common landscaped areas link vehicular and
pedestrian traffic to the neighborhoods and the community amenities.
The streetscapes are treated as community spaces providing a clear hierarchy of pedestrian and vehicular
circulation. Shrubs, low groundcovers, grasses and perennials will be used to reduce maintenance, conserve
water and provide a buffered separation between pedestrian and vehicular traffic. Utility features will be
coordinated with the landscape plan to ensure that above-ground utility structures are visually screened.
Sections 10-12, Exhibit30, show the Jefferson Street landscaped slopes where the gradient has been
softened to a 5:1 ration to both emulate the natural slope of the property and provide spacious setbacks
between the street and the residential land uses. Section 11 cuts through two residential uses and the
secondary access to the Resort/Spa from the Travertine community.
3.5.3 On-Street and Off-street trails:
Private trails are located on Jefferson Street and throughout the community. The proposed system of trails
and paths throughout the Specific Plan area forms a centerpiece of the park and recreation plan. The trail
system provides a link for walkers, joggers and cyclists, connecting neighborhoods, parks and open
spaces.
The landscape areas within Travertine focus on the use of plant materials characteristic of Coachella Valley
materials and colors. It is important to make a strong connection with the natural open space surrounding
the community, while also providing a pleasing landscape for common areas within the streetscapes and
off-street trail areas. The informal landscape theme of the spine trail will include benches, and areas to
relax and enjoy the views of the surrounding mountains and valleys. Native and non-native trees will
provide shaded areas and shrubs and grasses will add color and texture.See Table 9 for a list of prohibited
invasive ornamental plants.
Table 9: Prohibited Invasive Ornamental Plants
Botanical Name Common Name
Acacia spp. (all species except A. greggii) acacia (all species except native catclaw
acacia)
Arundo donax1 giant reed
Atriplex semibaccata1 Australian saltbush
Avena barbata slender wild oat
Avena fatua wild oat
Brassica tournefortii2 African or Saharan mustard
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Bromus tectorum2 cheat grass
Cortaderia jubata [syn.C. atacamensis] Jubata grass or Andean pampas grass
Cortaderia dioica [syn. C. selloana] pampas grass
Descurainia sophia tansy mustard
Eichhornia crassipes water hyacinth
Elaegnus angustifolia Russian olive
Foeniculum vulgare sweet fennel
Hirschfeldia incana short-pod mustard
Lepidium latifolium perennial pepperweed
Lolium multiflorum Italian ryegrass
Nerium oleander oleander
Nicotiana glauca1 tree tobacco
Oenothera berlandieri3 Mexican evening primrose
Olea europea European olive tree
Parkinsonia aculeata1 Mexican palo verde
Pennisetum clandestinum Kikuyu grass
Pennisetum setaceum2 fountain grass
Phoenix canariensis3 Canary Island date palm
Phoenix dactylifera3 date palm
Ricinus communis1 castorbean
Salsola tragus1 Russian thistle
Schinus molle Peruvian pepper tree
Schinus terebinthifolius Brazilian pepper tree
Schismus arabicus Mediterranean grass
Schismus barbatus2 Saharan grass
Stipa capensis2 no common name
Tamarix spp. (all species)2 tamarisk or salt cedar
Taeniatherum caput-medusae Medusa-head
Tribulus terrestris puncturevine
Vinca major periwinkle
Washingtonia robusta Mexican fan palm
Yucca gloriosa3 Spanish Dagger
3.5.4 Parks and Trails:
Community parks are located at each end of the spine trail and will provide turf in limited areas for
recreation and play. Shade trees, benches and picnic areas, tot lots and dog parks will make these passive
parks an enjoyable space for the residents to meet. The community parks will supplement the private parks
located within the individual residential developments, see Exhibit 3.17. A community clubhouse
is proposed for the community park north of Jefferson Street. Sections 1-3, Exhibit 3.27, show the
natural condition along the projects’ western boundary to the development. The multi-use trail
runs along the western boundary and separates the natural environment from the projects graded
slopes. Slopes along this edge are generally graded at a 2:1 ratio; along with the outer edge, they
will also be reinforced for flood protection. Sections 13-15, Exhibit 3.31, the spine trail that
connects both community parks are shown in Section 13. This trail will be 10 feet wide and will
accommodate pedestrians and cyclists to provide off-street access to the community amenities.
Section 14 demonstrates the loop road system and the generous setbacks to residential
development. Slope gradients on either side of the street are at a 5:1 ratio to allow for landscape
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the two-project round-a-bouts. Again, the slope gradients are softened to a 5:1 ratio to provide
large setbacks to residential uses.
3.5.5 Public hiking trails:
Public hiking trails surround the perimeter of Travertine and can be accessed from the staging areas located
on the south side of Jefferson Street near Avenue 62, the staging area to the north of the project on the east
side of Jefferson. These trails are routed along some of the most scenic locations in the area and will
connect hikers to the Boo-Hoff trail.
3.5.4 Golf Course:
Golf course uses will transition to the low-water landscaping options presented in the plant palette . Turf
will be limited to those areas of active golf uses; the course will have a desert theme. The transition
between the golf course and the Martinez Rock Slide, and the transition between the golf course and the
sensitive archaeological area in the east are illustrated in Exhibit 3.19. The golf course and its amenities
will be set against a desert landscape with mountain vistas views. Additionally, the landscape of the
Jefferson Street corridor and the adjacent slope is illustrated in Exhibit 3.14. Sections 4-6, Exhibit 3.28,
represent the relationship of golf uses along the southern edge of the property to the golf facility uses and
residential uses. Sections 7-9, Exhibit 3.29, generally represent the north eastern boundary of the project
and show the relationship between the residential uses, the trail and beyond the property boundary to the
natural ground. Section 9 shows the connection between the Resort/Spa use and the preserved Coral
Mountain.
3.5.5 Plant Material Guidelines:
It is the intent of these guidelines to provide flexibility and diversity in plant material selection, while
maintaining a limited palette in order to give greater unity and thematic identity to the community.
The Travertine landscape plan will be limited to the plant palette contained in Table 4, which is in
compliance with CVWD requirements for low-water landscaping and reflects the desert environment of the
surrounding areas. The goal of the landscape plan is to achieve water conservation through the design of
the plan and use of native materials. The limited selection of materials used in simple, significant
composition, complementary to adjacent common landscape area and reinforcing the individual
architectural and site setting is encouraged. Overall plant material selection for given project areas shall
have compatible, drought resistant characteristics. Irrigation programming can then be designed to
minimize water application for the entire landscape setting, and will require smart landscaping systems.
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