MA 2026-0002 Setback Adjustment - 77900 Sonora (Calle) (03.20.2026)ta "NW
CALIFORNIA -
March 20, 2026
Gabriel Rios
49901 Cinnabar Lane
Coachella, CA 92236
SUBJECT: MINOR ADJUSTMENT 2026-0002
77900 CALLE SONORA
APN: 773-234-011
Dear Gabriel Rios:
The Design and Development Department has reviewed your Minor Adjustment application
(MA2026-0002) pursuant to Section 9.210.040 of the City of La Quinta Zoning Code (LQMC).
REQUEST:
To authorize an adjustment to decrease the front yard setback and the exterior side yard setback
for a new single family residence proposed to be constructed at 77900 Calle Sonora. The site
is located with the Cove Residential (RC) zone. The front yard setback will be decreased from
20'-0" feet to 19'-6" and the exterior side yard setback decrease from 10'-0" to 9'-0". Each
reduction is equal to or less than 10% of the numerical standard. These adjustments are being
utilized to accommodate the architectural design of a new residence on a corner lot, as shown
on the attached site plan exhibit.
DECISION:
Approval is granted for the requested adjustment based on the following findings and subject to
the conditions of approval listed below:
1. Minor Adjustment 2026-0002 is consistent with the La Quinta General Plan, in that the
proposal does not alter the approved land use for the property or affect land use on
surrounding similar properties as the project consists of a new single family residence in
a residential zone.
2. Minor Adjustment 2026-0002 is consistent with the intent of the La Quinta Zoning Code
in that the requested adjustment will be conditioned to comply with all other development
standards as required under said Zoning Code.
3. The processing and approval of Minor Adjustment 2026-0002 is in compliance with the
California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). The requested adjustment qualifies for a
Class 3 Categorical Exemption under CEQA Guidelines Section 15305(a) as a "Minor
Alterations to Land" - Class 5 Categorical Exemption in that project consists of
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construction of a new single family residence.
4. Approval of Minor Adjustment 2026-0002 is not detrimental to the public health, safety
and general welfare, nor injurious or incompatible with other properties and land use in
the vicinity. The adjustments have no impact on health or safety issues and will not affect
physical land use characteristics in the vicinity. The adjustments will be compatible with
the architectural styles of the neighboring existing single-family homes.
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL:
1. A building permit shall be obtained prior to construction. The proposed construction shall
comply with all other development standards as required by the La Quinta Zoning Code.
Please be advised that the City only approves three Minor Adjustments per lot, regardless of the
percentage of the development standard adjusted. This approval relates only to the minor
adjustments referenced herein and does not imply any entitlement or approval of a building
permit for any structures shown on the plans on file. This approval consists of two Minor
Adjustments as previously described, and one Minor Adjustment remains. All other development
standards of the La Quinta Zoning Code are applicable and shall be adhered to in preparing
plans for building plan check.
Thank you for your attention to these items, and please feel free to contact me directly at (760)
777-7069 and/or at snespor .laguintaca.gov if you have any questions.
Sincerely,
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Scott Nespor
Senior Planner
Design and Development
Cc: David Newell, Design and Development Department Director
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DATUM KNOX BOX (FOR EMERGENCY ACCESS)
POINT DRIVEWAY APPROACH REQUIRES A
SEPARATE PERMIT AND INSPECTION
FROM CITY OF LA QUINTA PUBLIC
WORKS DEPARTMENT
1 4" HIGH ILLUMINATED STREET NUMBERS OF
CONTRACTING COLOR TO THEIR
BACKGROUND VISIBLE AND LEGIBLE FROM
THE STREET - REFER TO ELECTRICAL PLAN
SONORA
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GENERAL INFORMATION
OWNER:
LEGAL DESCRIPTION
PROJECT ADDRESS:
ZONING:
OCCUPANCY:
AREA TABULATIONS
RESIDENCE
ADU ADDITION
MARK MCDOWELL
23521 75th AVENUE
EDMONDS, WA 98026
LOT 12 ELK 93 MB 018/075 SANTA
CARMELITA VALE LA QUINTA UNIT 11
APN: 773-234-011
77-900 CALLE SONORA
LA QUINTA, CA 92253
RC
R-3
TYPE V-B NON -RATED
1,356 SQ.FT.
489 SQ.FT.
TOTAL RESIDENCE 1,845 SQ.FT.
GARAGE & MECHANICAL 495 SQ.FT.
COVERED AREA (66 SQ.FT.)
TOTAL STRUCTURE
TOTAL SITE
2,340 / 4,792
TOTAL LOT COVERAGE
2,340 SQ.FT.
4,792 SQ.FT.
48.8% 1
60% MAX. COVERAGE
BLDG. COMPLIES
THE DEVELOPER / CONTRACTOR / OWNER IS
RESPONSIBLE FOR THE VERIFICATION OF
EXISTING CURB (OR EDGE OF STREET PAVING IF
NO CURBS EXIST) LOCATION FROM PROPERTY
LINE(S) WITH THE PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT.
PROPOSED HOUSE FOOTPRINT FINISH GRADE
ELEVATION ASSUMED 100.00', F.F. ELEVATION
100.67'. FINISHED FLOOR TO BE MAXIMUM 12"
ABOVE DATUM POINT AT TOP OF CURB AT
CENTERLINE OF LOT U.N.O. BY BUILDING DEPT.
OFFICIAL
NOTES:
1. DWELLING UNITS SHALL MAINTAIN A MINIMUM
FEET CLEAR WITH EGRESS COURT FOR
EMERGENCY ESCAPE WINDOWS AND DOORS
OF SLEEPING ROOMS AND SHALL DEPOSIT TO
THE FRONT OF THE PROPERTY OR PUBLIC
WAY. THESE COURTS SHALL BE TRAVERSABLE
PATHWAYS, FREE OF OBSTRUCTIONS AND
LANDSCAPING INTRUSIONS.
TOTAL LANDSCAPE AREAS:
2,196 SQ.FT. - LESS THAN 2,500 SQ.FT.
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PLANTER
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CONC. AC CONC. SET ON 06'_�(E) POWER
DRIVEWAY CONC. PAD TOP OF POLE
PAD TO BE NO LESS
THAN 3" ABOVE GRADE PROVIDE 12"x12" o
CUTOUT AT BOTTOM iv
�5k/ FOR DRAINAGE T
PLANTER 5'-0" HIGH
BLOCK WALL
DATUM KNOX BOX (FOR EMERGENCY ACCESS)
POINT DRIVEWAY APPROACH REQUIRES A
SEPARATE PERMIT AND INSPECTION
FROM CITY OF LA QUINTA PUBLIC
WORKS DEPARTMENT
1 4" HIGH ILLUMINATED STREET NUMBERS OF
CONTRACTING COLOR TO THEIR
BACKGROUND VISIBLE AND LEGIBLE FROM
THE STREET - REFER TO ELECTRICAL PLAN
SONORA
(1) 24" BOX CERCIDIUM
FLORIDIUM (BLUE
PALO VERDE)
SITE PLAN
SCALE: 1 /8" = 1'-0"
NORTH
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GENERAL INFORMATION
OWNER:
LEGAL DESCRIPTION
PROJECT ADDRESS:
ZONING:
OCCUPANCY:
AREA TABULATIONS
RESIDENCE
ADU ADDITION
MARK MCDOWELL
23521 75th AVENUE
EDMONDS, WA 98026
LOT 12 ELK 93 MB 018/075 SANTA
CARMELITA VALE LA QUINTA UNIT 11
APN: 773-234-011
77-900 CALLE SONORA
LA QUINTA, CA 92253
RC
R-3
TYPE V-B NON -RATED
1,356 SQ.FT.
489 SQ.FT.
TOTAL RESIDENCE 1,845 SQ.FT.
GARAGE & MECHANICAL 495 SQ.FT.
COVERED AREA (66 SQ.FT.)
TOTAL STRUCTURE
TOTAL SITE
2,340 / 4,792
TOTAL LOT COVERAGE
2,340 SQ.FT.
4,792 SQ.FT.
48.8% 1
60% MAX. COVERAGE
BLDG. COMPLIES
THE DEVELOPER / CONTRACTOR / OWNER IS
RESPONSIBLE FOR THE VERIFICATION OF
EXISTING CURB (OR EDGE OF STREET PAVING IF
NO CURBS EXIST) LOCATION FROM PROPERTY
LINE(S) WITH THE PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT.
PROPOSED HOUSE FOOTPRINT FINISH GRADE
ELEVATION ASSUMED 100.00', F.F. ELEVATION
100.67'. FINISHED FLOOR TO BE MAXIMUM 12"
ABOVE DATUM POINT AT TOP OF CURB AT
CENTERLINE OF LOT U.N.O. BY BUILDING DEPT.
OFFICIAL
NOTES:
1. DWELLING UNITS SHALL MAINTAIN A MINIMUM
FEET CLEAR WITH EGRESS COURT FOR
EMERGENCY ESCAPE WINDOWS AND DOORS
OF SLEEPING ROOMS AND SHALL DEPOSIT TO
THE FRONT OF THE PROPERTY OR PUBLIC
WAY. THESE COURTS SHALL BE TRAVERSABLE
PATHWAYS, FREE OF OBSTRUCTIONS AND
LANDSCAPING INTRUSIONS.
TOTAL LANDSCAPE AREAS:
2,196 SQ.FT. - LESS THAN 2,500 SQ.FT.
Rev. #
Date & Description
10/22/2025 P.C.C. #1
Job # 2025.08
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