SPEV 2024-0019 AM/EX Golf Tournament 2025 (12.27.2024)1
December 27, 2024
CASE NUMBER
Special Event Permit 2024-0019
ACTIVITY/EVENT
The American Express Golf Tournament
January 13 – January 19, 2025
La Quinta Country Club
PGA West’s Nicklaus Tournament Course
Stadium Course at PGA West
APPLICANT
Tucker Mitchell
Sportfive Golf LLC
7077 E Marilyn Road Suite 140
Scottsdale AZ, 85254
APPROVAL
The Design and Development Department has reviewed and approved Special Event Permit
2024-0019, pursuant to LQMC 9.100.130 (Special Events – Nonresidential), your permit is
approved based on the following Findings:
A. The event, as conditioned, will not be detrimental to the health, safety and general welfare
of the community in the area of the proposed event.
B. There is adequate area to conduct the event and to accommodate the anticipated
attendance, as conditioned.
C. Sufficient parking will be provided for the anticipated attendance.
D. Food service operations, medical facilities, solid waste facilities, sewage disposal
methods and potable water service have been provided.
E. Fire protection plans and facilities have been provided to the satisfaction of the fire
marshal.
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F. Security plans and facilities have been provided to the satisfaction of the sheriff.
G. Public roadways providing access to the event are capable of accommodating the
anticipated traffic volumes in a reasonable and safe manner with minimal disruption to
local traffic circulation. The applicant-provided traffic control plan was approved by the
City Traffic Engineer and will manage traffic and ensure safety throughout the event.
This approval authorizes the applicant to conduct the event pursuant to compliance with all
conditions of approval of this permit and does not constitute approval of the necessary
building, fire and encroachment permits, or other permits as necessary. The applicant
must obtain any permits, as required below, in order to physically set up the event.
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
Completion/confirmation prior to start of the event:
1. The applicant agrees to indemnify, defend and hold harmless the City of La Quinta (“the
City”), its agents, officers and employees from any claim, action or proceeding to attack,
set aside, void, or annul the approval of this temporary use permit. The City of La
Quinta shall have sole discretion in selecting its defense counsel. The City shall
promptly notify the applicant of any claim, action or preceding and shall cooperate fully
in the defense.
2. The applicant shall obtain all other applicable permits, if required, from the appropriate
agencies (i.e. Fire Department, Building Department, Police Department, Alcohol
Beverage Control, etc.). This includes applicable permits and contracts secured from City
of Indian Wells, City of Indio, Riverside County Sherriff’s Department, County of
Riverside, and California Highway Patrol.
3. The applicant shall provide notification of the event to Home Owners Associations within
500 feet of event site, including PGA West, La Quinta Country Club, Hideaway, Madison
Club, Citrus, and any other residential developments to be affected by event and traffic
control, at least fourteen (14) days prior to the event, by December 31, 2024. Notification
shall include date, time, event scope, contact information, and traffic plans. Proof of
notification shall be provided to the Design and Development Department by January 7,
2025 and shall include the following:
a) a map showing all properties within a minimum 500-foot radius of subject
property,
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b) a typed list of all property owners and their mailing address within a 500-foot
radius, and all residents/tenants of said properties,
c) photographic evidence of addressed envelopes,
d) copy of the written notification, and
e) signed affidavit by the applicant that notices have been mailed or delivered.
These items may be emailed to the Planning Division at Planning@LaQuintaCA.gov.
Please provide the case number with correspondence.
4. The applicant shall finalize and adhere to contract between applicant and Riverside
County Sheriff’s Department for Police presence throughout event. Contract shall be
finalized no later than thirty (30) days prior to event.
5. A Special Inspection Permit will be required for TV towers, tent structures (over 400sf if
tent has walls, over 700sf if no walls), tent platforms/grandstands, and generators. Plans
and layouts complying with ICC-300 and structural calculations are required for review
and approval - note: a structural observation by the engineer of record is required of the
completed structures and its review and approval by the Building Division prior to
occupancy.
6. All attached Conditions of Approval issued by County of Riverside Fire Department shall
be complied with.
7. The applicant shall provide copies of their contracts with traffic, security and crowd control
companies for review and approval by the Fire Department and Sheriff Department. Such
contracts shall be approved and finalized no later than twenty (20) days prior to event.
8. The applicant shall obtain and adhere to an encroachment permit for the traffic control
plan off-site signs and traffic controls placed within the City’s right-of-way. Encroachment
Permit will include requirements for insurance that shall be provided by the applicant.
Please contact Amy Yu at (760)777-7047 for assistance on obtaining an Encroachment
Permit.
9. All vendors conducting business in the City of La Quinta shall obtain a City Business
License prior to event.
10. If ground excavations are required, please contact Underground Service Alert (USA) at
1-800-227-2600 or 1-800-422-4133. This service is free of charge provided USA is given
a two-day notice prior to commencement of work.
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11. The applicant shall adhere to any conditions of approval, requirements, and fees required
by the County of Riverside Fire Department (Attached).
12. The Design and Development Director may modify Conditions of Approval regarding
operational conditions should it be determined, the proposed uses or conditions under
which the events are being operated or maintained is detrimental to the public health,
welfare, or materially injurious to property, improvements or other uses in proximity to the
subject property, or if the subject property is operated or maintained so as to constitute a
public nuisance.
Completion/confirmation during the event:
13. The set-up and operation of the events shall be consistent with the attached exhibits and
event information on file.
14. Security and volunteer personnel shall be easily identifiable to the public by the provision
of uniformed personnel. Any designated private security personnel must be licensed by
the State of California and possess a valid private security license.
15. Certain areas providing access to the event area are public and, as such, general public
access may not be denied or restricted in any manner that extends beyond the limits of
this event as approved.
16. The use of amplified equipment for music presentations is permitted, provided that all
provisions of the City of La Quinta’s Noise Ordinance (LQMC 9.100.210) are complied
with.
17. The use of amplified equipment for a music concert on Friday January 17, 2025 and
Saturday, January 18, 2025 from 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. each day is permitted, along with
sound checks occurring between 4:00 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. on Friday and Saturday,
provided that all provisions of the City of La Quinta’s Noise Ordinance (LQMC 9.100.210)
are complied with, with the exception of the Noise Standard temporarily being raised from
60 dB(A) to 85 dB(A) for the neighboring homes and the applicant shall implement noise
limiters, gates, or compressors per technology mitigation measure #2 from the noise
study dated January 12, 2018 and on file.
If the noise consists entirely of impact noise, speech or music, or any combination thereof,
each of the noise levels specific above shall be reduced by five dB(A).
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18. Portable generators shall be shielded to prevent accidental contact with the public.
Extension cords shall be ground-secured to prevent tripping. Any lighting shall be directed
away from surrounding roadways and surrounding residential properties. No spot or
searchlights are permitted.
19. Surrounding roadways and intersections shall remain readily accessible for passage of
emergency response vehicles and private vehicles.
20. The event is subject to spot inspections by the Police Department and/or City staff to
ensure compliance with the conditions of this letter.
Completion/confirmation after the conclusion of the event (if necessary):
21. The event route and any sites used shall be left clean and in its original manner after the
event. Temporary trash receptacles shall be provided in and around the event areas. All
event areas shall be left free of debris at the end of each day’s activities, and after the
event concludes.
22. All signage shall be removed after event, or each sign is subject to a $50.00 fine.
Removal of signs shall happen by end of day January 20, 2025. Contact the Code
Compliance Division at (760) 777-7050 if you have any questions regarding the removal
of signage.
23. The City of La Quinta Police department reserves the right to bill the event sponsor for
any lost police time, equipment, and/or any unforeseen loss that may occur due to the
event that requires police action.
24. Any damage to public hardscape caused by this event shall be repaired as directed by
the City Engineer. This includes but is not limited to sidewalks, curb and gutter,
landscaping, and pavement especially within the surrounding public streets.
FINAL ACKNOWLEDGEMENT/CONTACT INFORMATION
By holding this outdoor event, the applicant agrees to indemnify, defend and hold harmless the
City of La Quinta (“the City”), its agents, officers and employees from any claim, action or
proceeding to attack, set aside, void, or annul the approval of this temporary use permit. The
City of La Quinta shall have sole discretion in selecting its defense counsel. The City shall
promptly notify the applicant of any claim, action or preceding and shall cooperate fully in the
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defense.
The City may elect to add Conditions to this application request to mitigate any problems that
arise not previously addressed herein. The City of La Quinta reserves the right to revoke,
suspend or void this permit at any time. This decision may be appealed to the Planning
Commission, provided the written appeal and filing fee of $1,575.00 are submitted to this
Department within 15 calendar days of this approval. Please contact this office should you wish
to file an appeal, and we will assist you in that regard.
Sijifredo Fernandez, Associate Planner
Design and Development Department
Attachments: Fire Department Conditions of Approval
Approved Plans
Cc: Danny Castro; Director, Design and Development Department
2025 TOURNAMENT SITE PLANS
PGA WEST STADIUM COURSE10/16/20242N
10/16/20243NICKLAUS TOURNAMENT COURSEN123456789101112131415161718BROADCAST COMPOUND
10/16/2024 410/16/20244LQCC N123456789101112131415161718
5NLOTSA ProsB Ams & RulesC Pro Caddies & Player FamilyD StaffE Hospitality ParkingPARKING MAPABBCED
6GENERAL PARKING MAP @ 54th & JEFFERSON& JEFFERSONGENERAL PARKING MAP @ 54
10/16/20247MAIN ENTRANCE OVERVIEW BUILD DETAILSTenting 3m X 6m Ticket Services 3m x 3m Accessibility Services Tent Flooring Signage platform at entrance for American Express branding letters SignageFull façade branding on entry and exitAmerican Express lettersDirectional column Power Magnetometers under façade POS and ticket computersLighted entry way and shuttle loading/unloading zones
10/16/20248PGA WEST CLUBHOUSE
10/16/20249LOT A & COMPOUNDSMTLot B ValetDrop-offBall DistroClubhouseEntranceSpecServShotlinkFitnessTrucksLot APro Parking OnlyLot B
10/16/202410PROFESSIONAL CADDIE DINING & 9/18 NICKLAUS SCORING BUILD DETAILSTenting 12m X 12m Caddie HQ3m X 6m Media flash Tent 6m x 3m First aid Flooring SignageProffesional Caddie HQ gable First Aid Gable Power HVAC in Caddie Tent, Basic power for lighting, TVsRR trailerNiclaus Scoring Trailer AccessProfessional PGA tour players, Professional Caddies, and TOUR staff only
10/16/202411CONCERT AREA
10/16/202412PROFESSIONAL PLAYER DINING AND ONEFLIGHT AMATUER PLAYER LOUNGEBUILD DETAILSTenting 18m X 30m Amateur & Professional Player Lounge Flooring One uniform floor for all elementsSignageOneFlight gable for amateur dining & loungeProfessional Player Lounge Gable Hospitality ID sign Power HVAC in stretching tent, locker room, professional player & amateur loungesBasic power for lighting, bar services, and TVs AccessProfessional PGA tour players Amateur pro am players PGA TOUR staff
10/16/202413PROFESSIONAL LOCKER ROOM AND TOUR PLAYER PERFORMANCE CENTERBUILD DETAILSTenting 9m X 9m Stretching Tent (PGA TOUR) 15m X 12m Locker Room Tent 12m X 12m Professional Player Dining Tent 18m X 12m Amateur Dining TentFlooring One uniform floor for all elementsWalkway from locker room floor to amateur and professional lounges SignageOneFlight gable for amateur dining & lounge Hospitality ID sign Power HVAC professional player & amateur loungesBasic power for lighting, bar services, and TVs AccessProfessional PGA tour players and Amateur players
10/16/202414AMERICAN EXPRESS PRO AM LOUNGE BUILD DETAILSTenting 9m X 24mFlooring One uniform floor for all elementsSignageNonePower HVAC Basic power for lighting, bar services, and TVs AccessStrict access for American Express pro-am players and guests
10/16/202415THE TURN BUILD DETAILSTenting 12m X 12m Merchandise tent (3) 6m X 6m Concession tents 6m X 12m Patriots outpost tentFlooring SignageThe Turn entrance Arch Directional column Custom concession menu facades on concession tents Power Basic concession tent power for lightingPOS counter AccessPatriots Outpost: general spectators with government IDThe Turn: general spectators
16N18 GREEN OVERVIEWBBCED
10/16/20241718 GREEN CHAMPIONS CLUBBUILD DETAILSTenting Glass walls on front facing 18 green Flooring One uniform floor for all elements3 tiered green facing seating with wing that spans the green3 sets of stairs for entry, with a ramp for ADA access SignageCustom Wealthspire gableCustom branded entrance archFull interior package containing soft seating, two center bars, and ceiling liner Power HVAC temperature control inside tented areaBasic power drops for TVs, bars and tent lighting Restrooms (2) Restroom trailer with private access for Champions Club guests AccessDaily and weekly Champions Club ticket
10/16/202418CASAMIGOS DECKBUILD DETAILSTenting Flooring One uniform floor for all elementsFan deck style elevated floor 3 sets of stairs for entry, with a ramp for ADA access SignageCustom Casamigos Deck gableHospitality Entrance ID sign Power Basic power drops for TVs, bars and tent lighting AccessOpen to all spectators 18
10/16/202419 THE BUNKERBUILD DETAILSTenting 6m X 24m Members tent Flooring 3 tiers of sitting drink rail SignageHospitality ID Power Basic power for lighting and bar service AccessPGA West members and guests, tournament staff
10/16/20242018 TEE ExamWorks Viewing Deck BUILD DETAILSTenting (2) 3m x 12m with cut fabric in center to connect Flooring 2 Tiers of tip up seats SignageCustom gable for ExamWorks Hospitality ID with ExamWorks Logo Power Basic power for lighting and bar service AccessOpen to the public
10/16/202421VOLUNTEER HEADQUARTERSBUILD DETAILSTenting 6m X 6m food prep on North side of structure Flooring One uniform floor for all elementsStairs at both entrances, with a ADA ramp on south side of structure SignageSpotlight 29 custom gable Hospitality ID sign Power HVAC in main VHQ tent Basic power for lighting, bar services, and TVs AccessVolunteers of the event, tournament staff
10/16/202422TOURNAMENT MERCHANDISEBUILD DETAILSTenting 6m X 6m food prep on North side of structure Flooring One uniform floor for all elementsStairs at both entrances, with a ADA ramp on south side of structure SignageTournament Merchandise Custom Gable Hospitality ID sign Power HVAC in main VHQ tent Basic power for lighting, bar services, and TVs AccessVolunteers of the event, tournament staff
10/16/20242316 GREEN | 17 TEE
10/16/20242417 GREEN CLUB ALCATRAZBUILD DETAILSTenting (2) 15m X 12m wing tents18m X 30m Flooring Double tiered structure with 38 suites for hospitality clients YPO group on right wing with slightly different table arraySignageCustom Club Alcatraz gable on tented wing portionsCustom entrance arch Power Basic power for lighting, bar services, and TVs AccessHospitality guests with Club Alcatraz tickets
10/16/20242517 GREEN AMERICAN EXPRESS HOSPITALITYBUILD DETAILSTenting 9m with 3m porch X 21m open air tent Kitchen access for proof staffFlooring 2-tiered structure with tip up style seatsSignageCustom blue Amex gable Hospitality ID sign next to entrance Power Basic power for lighting, bar services, and TVs AccessStrict access for American Express guests only
10/16/20242617 GREEN CLUB ALCATRAZ (RIGHT SIDE)BUILD DETAILSTenting 6m X 30m open air tent Flooring Standing bar rail on green side Furniture1 Bar in north side of venue Scattered cocktail tables throughout SignageCustom gable for Beers Fore Birdies with Michelob Ultra logoHospitality Entrance ID Power Basic concession tent power for lighting, TVs, and POSAccessOpen to all spectators
10/16/20242717 GREEN BEERS FORE BIRDIESBUILD DETAILSTenting 6m X 30m open air tent Flooring Standing bar rail on green side Furniture1 Bar in north side of venue Scattered cocktail tables throughout SignageCustom gable for Beers Fore Birdies with Michelob Ultra logoHospitality Entrance ID Power Basic concession tent power for lighting, TVs, and POSAccessOpen to all spectators
10/16/20242817 TEE PREMIUM CLUBBUILD DETAILSTenting 12m X 12m open air tent structure. Flooring 3-tiered structure with tip up style seats facing 16 green & 17 TeeSignageCustom blue Amex gable with premium club sponsor, Apollo Hospitality ID sign next to entrance Power Basic power for lighting, bar services, and TVs AccessUpgraded ticket package
10/16/202429STADIUM SCOREBOARDS / TV TOWERS1N23456789101112131415161718TV TOWERSLOCATION SECTIONS6 GR 27 GR SPIDER8 GR 29 GR 310 GR 211 GR 312 GR SPIDER13 GR 314 GR SPIDER15 GR 316 FW-R 616 GR 517 GR 317 GR BOOTH18 GR 41,10,17,18 CRANE
10/16/202430SPECTATOR RESTROOMS STADIUM COURSE 1N23456789101112131415161718Spectator RRs1. (18 Green) 12 Plastics, 2 ADA, 2 Sinks2. (17 Green) 12 Plastics, 2 ADA, 2 Sinks 3. (16 Tee) 5 Plastics, 1 ADA, 1 Sink4. (Top Putting Green) 12 Plastics, 2 ADA, 2 Sinks 5. (Left of 6 green) 5 Plastics 6. (Main Entrance) 5 Plastics, 2 ADA7. (Concert Area) 60 plastics, 2 ADA, 2 Sinks8. (3/8 Area) 5 Plastics, 2 ADA, 2 SinksPlayer RRs1. (Driving Range) Solar Unit 2. (3 Tee) 3. (5 Green/6 Tee)4. (8 Green before the tunnel)5. (11 Green/12 Tee)6. (15 Green)7. (17 Green tunnel)1 2 3 4 5 6 7 123452
10/16/202431STADIUM SCOREBOARDS / TV TOWERS1N23456789101112131415161718TV TOWERSLOCATION SECTIONS6 GR 27 GR SPIDER8 GR 29 GR 310 GR 211 GR 312 GR SPIDER13 GR 314 GR SPIDER15 GR 316 FW-R 616 GR 517 GR 317 GR BOOTH18 GR 41,10,17,18 CRANE
10/16/202432NICKLAUS SCOREBOARDS / TV TOWERSN123456789101112131415161718BROADCAST COMPOUND
10/16/202433SPECTATOR & PLAYER RESTROOMS NICKLAUS TOURNAMENT COURSEN123456789101112131415161718BROADCAST COMPOUNDSpectator Restrooms1. (2 Green) 4 Plastics, 1 ADA, 1 Sink 2. (Left of 6 fairway) 4 Plastics3. (11 Green/17 Tee) 4 Plastics 4. (14 Green) 4 PlasticsPlayer Restrooms1. (6 Tee)2. (8 Green) 3. (11 Green)4. (15 Tee)5. (17 Tee)1 2 3 4 12345
10/16/202434LQCC SCOREBOARDS / TV TOWERSN123456789101112131415161718
10/16/202435SPECTATOR & PLAYER RESTROOMS - LQCCN123456789101112131415161718Spectator RRs1. (Driving Range) 3 Plastics, 1 ADA, 1 Sink 2. (5 Tee) 3 Plastics, 1 ADA, 1 Sink3. (10 Tee) 3 Plastics, 1 ADA, 1 Sink4. (13th Green/14th Tee) 3 Plastics5. (17 Tee) 6 PlasticsPlayer RRs1. (3 Tee) 2. (5 Tee) 3. (7 Tee)4. (11 Tee)5. (14 Tee)6. (17 Tee)32 1 3 4 5 12456
10/16/202436STAKE & ROPE PLAN STADIUM COURSE
10/16/202437STAKE & ROPE PLAN NICKLAUS TOURNAMENT COURSE
10/16/2024 38
39NPROOF MAIN KITCHEN - MAINTENANCE
10/16/202440BROADCAST COMPOUND
Parking Lot Generator's/ Nicklaus 9/18
Concert Venue Generator
Stadium #16 & 17 Generators
Stadium 18 Generators
Stadium Back 9 Generators13141517