SPEV 2018-0004 Merv Griffin Estate 81345 Avenue 54 - Revolve Desert House (04.13.2018)
78-495 Calle Tampico La Quinta, CA 92253 760.777.7000
April 13, 2018
CASE NUMBER
Special Event Permit 2018-0004
ACTIVITY/EVENT
Revolve Desert House
April 13-15, 2018
81345 Avenue 54 La Quinta, CA 92253
APPLICANT
Mr. David Corso
Corso Agency
1331 S. Elisio #4
Grenbrae, CA 94904
APPROVAL
The Design and Development Department has reviewed and approved Special Event Permit
2017-0003, pursuant to LQMC Section 9.60.170 (Special Events - Residential), based on the
following Findings:
A. The event 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.
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.
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.
This approval authorizes the applicant to conduct the event pursuant to compliance with all
conditions of approval of this permit. The applicant must obtain any permits, as may be 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 indoor/outdoor event is approved for April 14-15, 2018, from 1:00pm – 7:00pm. The
total number of event participants, including staff, security and guests, shall not exceed
1,000 on-site at any given time. The applicant is required to maintain a count of all event
participants on-site at all times during the event. The event count shall be maintained by
event staff at the main entrance and made available upon request by the Police
Department or City Staff.
3. A maximum of 500 guests are allowed for the event from 11:00 pm – 4:00 am on April 13-
15, 2018. The applicant is required to maintain a count of all event participants on-site at
all times during the event. The event count shall be maintained by event staff at the
main entrance and made available upon request by the Police Department or City Staff.
4. The applicant shall provide notification of the event to properties and/or Home Owners
Associations within 500 feet of event site. Notification shall include date, time, event
scope, and contact information.
5. Applicant shall provide the Design and Development department with list of contact(s)
who will be on site during all event hours. Contact(s) will be responsible to respond to
calls or complaints regarding the condition, operation, or conduct of event in a timely and
appropriate manner. Contact list shall be provided to Design and Development
department by April 11, 2018.
6. The applicant shall obtain all other applicable permits, if required, from the appropriate
agencies (i.e. Fire Department, Building Department, Sheriffs Department, etc.). A Building
Inspection permit and Fire Inspection permit are required.
7. The applicant shall obtain an encroachment permit for off-site signs and traffic controls
placed within the City’s right-of-way. Traffic control plans shall be submitted and
consistent with Traffic Control Plan attached, dated March 12, 2018 and on file.
8. All vendors shall obtain a City Business License. The serving of food and alcoholic
beverages during the event shall be subject to the rules and requirements of the Riverside
County Health Department and State of California Alcoholic Beverage Control,
respectively. The applicant shall provide the City with proof of ABC approval prior to the
event.
Completion/confirmation during the event:
9. The applicant has provided the City a deposit, in the amount of $20,000. The deposit will
be returned to the applicant at the conclusion of the event should no issues arise that
result in additional City resources or other services being deployed for the event.
10. The set-up and operation of the event shall be consistent with the attached exhibits and
event information on file.
11. Security personnel shall be easily identifiable to the public by the provision of uniformed
personnel. All designated private security personnel must be licensed by the State of
California and possess a valid private security license.
12. 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.
13. The applicant shall conform to the City’s Noise Ordinance (Municipal Code Section
9.100.210) and specifically the following noise limitations during the event:
Before 10:00pm: Sixty-five decibels (65 dB(A))
After 10:00pm: Fifty decibels (50 dB(A))
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).
14. Noise monitoring devices shall be operational from applicant throughout the event times.
Information gathered from noise monitors shall be made available to City staff during the
event and upon request.
15. Portable generators shall be shielded to prevent accidental contact with guests. 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.
16. Surrounding roadways and intersections shall remain readily accessible for passage of
emergency response vehicles and private vehicles. There shall be no queuing of vehicles
along all surrounding roads for the purposes of dropping off for, picking up for, or entering
the event. If event experiences queuing of vehicles and/or congestion along surrounding
roadways and intersections, applicant shall work with contracted on site La Quinta Police
officers to decrease congestion.
17. Roadways/traffic aisles to structures and activities in and around the event will be
maintained accessible to emergency vehicles at all times. Parking monitors shall wear
light-colored clothing and reflective vests as needed. Flashlights shall be used after dusk.
18. The event is subject to spot inspections by the Police Department and/or City staff to
ensure compliance with the conditions of this letter.
19. No fireworks, or open flame, or any other device emitting flame or fire or creating a glow
capable of igniting combustibles shall be permitted.
20. Furnishings, decorations or other objects shall not be placed so as to obstruct exits,
access thereto, egress therefrom, or visibility thereof. Hangs and draperies shall not be
placed over exit doors or otherwise be located to conceal or obstruct an exit.
21. Curtains, draperies, hangings and other decorative materials suspended from walls or
ceilings shall meet the flame propagation performance criteria of CCR Title 19 in
accordance with section 807.2 or be non-combustible. (CFC 807.1)
22. LP-Gas containers- shall be located outside and adequately protected to prevent
tampering, damage by vehicles or other hazards. Equipment such as tanks, valves, tubing
and other related components shall be approved.
23. Roadways/traffic aisles to structures and activities in and around the event will be
maintained accessible to emergency vehicles at all times. Parking monitors shall wear
light-colored clothing and reflective vests as needed. Flashlights shall be used after dusk.
24. Tents and Canopy(s) plans shall meet the requirements of the 2013 California Fire Code.
Tents and temporary membrane structure having an area in excess of 400 square feet
shall obtain a permit by submitting plans to the Riverside County Fire Department. If there
are any questions, please contact our office at (760) 346-1870.
25. Seating Access Title 19 requires, table and seating access width. Isles access ways shall
provide a minimum of 12 inches of width plus.5 inches width for each additional foot or
fraction thereof, beyond 12 feet of isle access way length measured from the center of
the seat farthest from an aisle. The length of travel along the isle access way shall not
exceed 30 feet from any seat to the point where a person has a choice of 2 or more paths
of egress travel to separate exits.
26. At least one 2A10BC type extinguisher shall be provided every 75 feet.
27. No fire-lanes, fire hydrants or any other Fire Department appliances shall be blocked or
obstructed.
28. Tent with sidewalls require occupancy load signage, as approved by the Building Official,
shall be posted in a conspicuous place near the main exit. The location shall be approved
by the Fire Department. Posting shall be by means of an approved durable sign having a
contrasting color from the background to which it is attached. No person shall deface,
remove or change the occupant load on the sign except as authorized by the Building
Official and/or Fire Department.
29. Generators and internal combustion power sources shall be separate from temporary
membrane structures, tents, canopies by a minimum of 20 feet and be isolated from
contact with the public.
30. Per the event information, credentials shall be required to validate invited guests and
vehicles allowed to enter event, in order to expedite entry to the event and avoid the
congregation of uninvited persons seeking entry. Credentials shall be provided to invited
guests prior to guests arriving on site. Credentials shall not be provided at entrances to
event site in order to avoid congestion along Avenue 54.
31. ADA accessible restrooms shall be provided and available to use by all guests on site
during event.
32. All structures, including stage, tents, cabanas, and bleachers, shall be installed, used,
and taken down per the engineered specifications stamped by a licensed engineer and
on file with the City of La Quinta.
33. The cabana/bleacher structure installed adjacent to the lake on site shall implement
engineered approved measures to ensure it is safely and securely installed in the
ground and will be able to handle occupant and wind loads.
Completion/confirmation after the conclusion of the event (if necessary):
34. The event 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.
35. 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 defense.
The City may elect to add Conditions to this application request to mitigate any problems that
arise not previously addressed herein.
This decision may be appealed to the Planning Commission, provided the written appeal and
filing fee of $1,505.00 are submitted to this Department within 15 calendar days. Please contact
this office should you wish to file an appeal, and we will assist you in that regard.
If you have any questions before, during, or after the event, please contact the following:
CARLOS FLORES
Design and Development Department
760-777-7069
GABRIEL PEREZ
Design and Development Department
760-777-7062
760-534-0070
KEVIN MERIDETH
Code Compliance Division
760-777-7145 (Emergency Contact)
760-777-7034
DAVID SMITH
La Quinta Police
760-863-8803
EVENT MAP
TRAFFIC ROUTE
INDIO FASHION
MALL TO MERV
COACHELLA VIP
TO MERV
FESTIVAL TO
MALL
MERV
MALL
VIP PARK
COACHELLA
Uber
Coachella
Gate 1
UBER LOT
TRAFFIC FLOW
PLAN 2
Pending approval to expand rental
area to include the service gate,
providing 2 gates for entry / exit.
VIP Drop
VIP
V
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t
TAO Van
DropVIP Valet*
Gate 2
STAFF*
*Valet & VIP Valet Lots =
75 car capacity
TRAFFIC FLOW PLAN GATE 1
ONLY TAO Shuttle Vans:
Enter Gate 1. Follow Green path to
Van Drop, guests follow Blue path.
Van exits Gate 1
GATE 2
VIP GUESTS
Enter Gate 2. Follow Red path and stop at CHECK POINT
for VIP parking pass, proceed to VIP Valet. Guest walk down
Blue path or if approved to front door.
REDIRECT
Any vehicle entering Gate 2 that is not a VIP will be turned
around in the Uber Lot and redirected to the shuttle pickup at
Indio Fashion Mall. Should cue line back into street, CHECK
POINT will be moved to Uber Lot with more cue capacity.VIP Valet*CHECK POINT
VIP
REDIRECT TO SHUTTLE PICKUP
Security
Parkin g
AVE 54
NOTES: 1. ALL TRAFFIC CONTROL DEVICES FOR THIS PROJECT SHALL BE IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE 2014 CALIFORNIA MANUAL ON UNIFORM TRAFFIC
CONTROL DEVICES (CALIFORNIA M.U.T.C.D.)
2. TRAFFIC CONTROL SHOWN HEREIN IS THE MINIMUM REQUIRED. ADDITIONAL TRAFFIC CONTROL MAY BE REQUIRED TO FACILITATE PUBLIC SAFETY
AND TRAFFIC FLOW IF DEEMED NECESSARY BY CITY OF LA QUINTA REPRESENTATIVE.
3. THROUGHOUT EACH WORK PERIOD, CONTRACTOR SHALL INSPECT TRAFFIC CONTROL (SIGNS, BARRICADES AND DELINEATORS) AND MAINTAIN
SAME IN ACCORDANCE WITH TRAFFIC CONTROL PLANS.
4. CONTRACTOR SHALL MAINTAIN A MINIMUM 10’ (12’ TYP.) TRAFFIC LANE WIDTH AT ALL TIMES.
5. ACCESS TO PRIVATE PROPERTY SHALL BE MAINTAINED AT ALL TIMES.
6. THIS TRAFFIC CONTROL SHALL BE IN PLACE FROM 8 AM SATURDAY 4/14/18 TO 8 PM SUNDAY 4/15/18. MAIN EVENT HOURS ARE 1 PM TO 7 PM ON
SATURDAY AND SUNDAY. THERE WILL BE A AFTER CONCERT PARTY ON FRIDAY, SATURDAY AND SUNDAY FROM 11 PM TO 5 AM FOR 300 PEOPLE.
TRAFFIC CONTROL IS NOT EXPECTED TO BE NECESSARY FOR THE SMALLER PARTIES.
7. ALL TRAFFIC CONTROL DEVICES SHALL BE RETRO-REFLECTIVE AND ALL BARRICADES SHALL BE EQUIPPED WITH FLASHING LIGHTS.
8. BIKE LANE TO REMAIN OPEN AT ALL TIMES.
9. THE CORSO AGENCY HAS ARRANGED WITH THE GRIFFIN ESTATES HOA TO HAVE ALYSHEBA ENTRANCE CLOSED DURING THE EVENT.
EXISTING
R1-1
Coachella Fest Offsite Party
Corso Agency
Tops N Barricades, Inc.
(800)852-TOPS 1A503/12/18
Pending
Jamie (707) 303-6176
Ron Fifield
350’600’
CONES SPACED AT MAXIMUM 50’ APART IN TAPERS
CONES SPACED AT MAXIMUM 100’ APART ON TANGENTS
500’
350’
EXISTING
R1-1
EXISTING
R1-1
EXISTING
R1-1
EXISTING
R1-1
EXISTING
R1-1
RIDE SHARE
ENTRANCE
EXISTING
R1-1
EXISTING
R1-1
EXISTING
R1-1
EXISTING
R1-1
EXISTING
R1-1
EXISTING
R1-1
NO SCALE
400’
WAIT QUE AREA
400’
WAIT QUE AREA
GRIFFIN
RANCH
MERV
GRIFFIN
WAY
RIGHT LANE
TURNS RIGHT
AHEAD
W73A (CA)
ELECTRONIC
MESSAGE SIGN
SCREEN 1
ELECTRONIC
MESSAGE SIGN
SCREEN 2
500’
500’
POST ADDITIONAL NO PARKING BETWEEN EXISTING
NO PARKING SIGNS PLACED FOR THE CONCERTS
NO
EVENT
ACCESS
USE AVE 54
ELECTRONIC
MESSAGE SIGN
SCREEN 1
ELECTRONIC
MESSAGE SIGN
SCREEN 2
R11-2
R11-2
R3-18
350’
SEE NOTE 9
SEE NOTE 9
SPECIAL
EVENT
NEXT
RIGHT
NO CREDENTIALS
NO ACCESS
SPECIAL
EVENT
NO CREDENTIALS
NO ACCESS
NEXT
LEFT
SPECIAL
EVENT
NO CREDENTIALS
NO ACCESS
STRAIGHT
AHEAD
SPECIAL
EVENT
NO CREDENTIALS
NO ACCESS
LEFT LANE
RIDE SHARE
ENTRANCE
CREDENTIAL
PARKING
CREDENTIAL
PARKING
POLICE OFFICER
SHUTTLE ROUTE
CREDENTIAL
PARKING
RIDE SHARE
ENTRANCE
NOTIFICATION OF PRIVATE EVENT
MERV GRIFFIN ESTATE SCOPE OF EVENT
SCHEDULE OF PRIVATE EVENTS WITH DJ, FOOD AND BEVERAGE BELOW.
INVITED GUESTS ONLY THAT HAVE PICKED UP THEIR ACCESS AT AN OFFISTE
LOCATION.
APPROXIMITELY 100 VEHICLES WILL HAVE A PASS TO ALLOW THEM TO PARK ON
THE PROPERTY.
RIDE SHARE (UBER, LYFT, TAXI) WILL BE BROUGHT INTO A DESIGNATED LOT
FOR DROP OFF.
LA QUINTA PD WILL BE ONSITE AND CONTROLLING TRAFFIC.
MADISON AVE. AND AVE 54 WILL BE IMPACTED
PLEASE CONTACT YOUR HOA REPRESENTATIVE WITH ANY CONCERNS DURING
THE EVENT.
APRIL 13, FRIDAY
DAY: NO EVENT SCHEDULED
EVENING: 11:00PM TO 4:00AM // 500 GUESTS
APRIL 14, SATURDAY
DAY: 12:00PM TO 6:00PM // 1000 GUESTS
EVENING: 11:00PM TO 4:00AM // 500 GUESTS
APRIL 15, SUNDAY
DAY: 12:00PM TO 6:00PM // 1000 GUESTS
EVENING: 11:00PM TO 4:00AM // 500 GUESTS