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SRA 1991-004
- (iv' 75� 14Z ADJUSTMENT APPLICATION Adjustment No. WI 671(-001- Rec' d By 44.5tP5 1443/ `Gb1 Reviewed By Applicant: TEV Collaborative, Contact: Julia Takahashi Address: 410 St. Louis Ave, Long Beach,CAphone No. 301-439-4339 (City) Property Owner: (State) (Zip) Linda Babior U Address: c/o 135 Screenland Dr.,Burbank, CAVPhone No.818-485-4309 (City) (State (Zip) Description: Remodel/development of existing single family site with single family home -of approximately 3000--square feet.---- New -- landscaping Purpose of Request: Adjustment to SR Standards to allow curved roof forms, standing seam metal roofing and curved exterior walls. Project Location: 51065 Avenida Vallejo Assessor's Parcel No. 773062023 Existing Land Use: SFD Related Cases: none to our knowledge Existing Zoning: SR Signature of Applicant: ate : I Signature of Property Owner(s): (Written Authority May Be Attached) Date: Date: iriEa""li- OWd.ii07-"75.00 i4 Linda Babior c/o Higgins & Cosme, Inc. 135 Screenland Drive Burbank, California 91505 818-845-3786 FAX: 818-841-9236 October 23, 1991 City of La Quinta Design Review Board and Planning Commission Post Office Box 1504 La Quinta, California 92253 Re: Parcel #773062023 51065 Avenida Vallejo La Quinta, California 92110 Gentlemen/Ladies: As the owner of the above -referenced Parcel, I authorize TEV Collaborative and architects, Julia Takahashi, and Michael Evans to act on my behalf to submit an Adjustment to the S R Standards Application and to represent me in the processing of the application. Sincerely, Linda Babior ADJUSTMENT TO SR STANDARDS SUPPLEMENT TO APPLICATION APPLICANT: TEV Collaborative Contact: Julia Takahashi or Michael Evans 410 St. Louis Avenue Long Beach, CA 90814 OWNER Linda Babior c/o Higgins & Cosme, Inc. 135 Screenland Drive Burbank, CA 91505 ADDRESS: Parcel #773062023 51065 Avenida Vallejo La Quinta, CA 92110 PROJECT: CITY OF LA OUINTA PLANNING DEPARTMENT The proposed project is a new one story single family home of approximately 3000 square feet to replace a 1950's circa house of approximately 1600 square feet. The site consists of 3 standard lots which have been tied together. Proposed renovation of site includes new septic system, hook-ups for future City sewer system, repair and infill existing 6 foot high fence around property, new street frontage landscaping and sprinkler system and new pool/spa. The new 2 bedroom, 2 1/2 bath residence will also include a fully enclosed 2 car garage, entry drive court, golf cart storage, gardener's shed and 2000 square feet of gallery, living, dining and kitchen space. The residence is similar to the flat roofed Art Deco style shown in the `Manual on Architectural Standards,' with modifications as described below. The Owner has requested top quality construction and finishes for the project. The Owner will be using this house as a primary residence. Total cost of improvements is estimated at $450,000 to $500,000, including construction and landscaping. This represents a substantial upgrade of the existing property and investment in the Cove Area of La Quinta. REQUESTED MODIFICATIONS: 1. Modification of the roof line to allow for curved roofs over the back (away from the street frontage) portion of the buildings. 2. Modification of permitted roofing materials to allow for standing seam metal roofing on the curved roof surfaces. 3. Modification of building massing as shown on Architectural Styles sheet to allow for curved sections. SR Application: 51065 Avenida Vallejo Page Two JUSTIFICATION: The Owner of this property requested a design which would serve as a primary residence for the owner and comfortable quarters for occasional guests. In addition the design was to respond to the beauty and drama of the La Quinta environment and provide panoramic views of the Santa Rosa Mountains for the master suite. The Owner has a particular affinity for curved spaces and requested that curved wall and ceiling surfaces be incorporated in to the design. In response to site and client parameters, the design of the residence consists of primary living spaces clustered along the south side of the property. Moving from the east side (Avenida Vallejo) this portion of the building consists of a two car garage, a garage entrance door into a service area with powder room and laundry, a kitchen, a dining area, a main entry area and a gallery/living room along the west side. The gallery has a high ceiling which curves in a 1/4 round to open the space up to windows framing a view of a large existing tree and shaded garden space. The curved ceiling helps scoop light into the gallery and provides drama and height without feeling oppressive. The more private master suite and guest suite are set along the north side of the house. This provides the master suite with a panoramic view of the Santa Rosa Mountains as well as direct access to the spa and swimming pool. The master bedroom is designed with a barrel vaulted ceiling. The roof over the atrium space and private patio is also curved to create a dramatic frame for the view. The full drama of the Santa Rosa Mountains is brought into the interior of the master suite as the curved frame encompasses the sky and helps to capture the sense of spaciousness of the desert. The two rounded forms on the north side provide a balance to the skyward thrust of the roof. The round space on the east side serves as a bath and shower and the other will be used as a study. The standing seam metal roofing material has been selected as an efficient and attractive roofing for curved surfaces. The materials permitted in the Architectural Standards are not applicable on curved surfaces. IMPACT ON ADJACENT PROPERTIES: The roof line along the Avenida Vallejo frontage has been kept flat so as to provide a low profile in keeping with the character of the surrounding neighborhood. Using computer modeling studies, we estimate that very little if any of the curved roof surfaces will be visible from Avenida Vallejo. In addition the entire property is surrounded by a 6 foot high stucco wall. The screening of this wall is further enhanced by existing and planned landscaping with trees and climbing vines (bougainvillea). It is our understanding that Avenida Tampico will eventually be developed as a pedestrian and bike path. The golf course is on the north side so there will not be any other residential development along that side. Views of this property from the golf course are already screened by golf course landscaping the topography of the course. SR Application: 51065 Avenida Vallejo Page Three Adjacent properties along the south and west sides are already fairly well screened from view by the 6 foot high garden wall and adjacent landscaping. FINDINGS: 1. Conformation with General and Specific Plans The proposed project is a remodel of a single family dwelling on a 100 foot by 159.47 foot lot. The site will continue to be used as a single family dwelling. 2. Compliance with Zoning Requirements Setbacks: As per communication with the La Quinta Planning Department on July loth, 12th and 23rd of 1991. The site is being developed with the Avenida Tampico frontage considered as the front yard with a 20 foot setback and the Avenida Vallejo side considered as a sideyard with a 10 foot setback. In addition, as the garage doors do not face the street and as off street parking is provided in the drive court; the site plan meets the intent of the zoning code in respect to garage setbacks and off street parking. (Please refer to attached copies of correspondence). Upgrades to the property related to zoning requirements include the addition of a fully enclosed two car garage and golf cart storage space. All setbacks meet the zoning requirements except for an existing non -conforming condition along the south setback where the wall of the existing house is approximately 5 feet from the property line. All new portions of the structure will be constructed within the allowed buildable area. Fencing: There is an existing 6 foot high stucco and wood fence around the property. This fence is in good repair but will be check and repaired as required. The existing gate is ornamental wrought iron and will be re -used. All new gates will be designed and constructed to match the existing gate. Landscaping: The entire site will be re -landscaped and a new sprinkler system will be installed. Existing mature trees and plant materials will be incorporated into the new design. Where existing trees are located within the new building footprint, they will be saved and moved where feasible. Pool Equipment & Refuse Containers: Pool equipment will be located in the gardener's shed adjacent to the pool and will not be visible from the street. Refuse containers will be located within a walled enclosure. SR Application: 51065 Avenida Vallejo Page Four Utilities: Utilities will be installed underground. A new septic system will be installed as well as hook- up for the future City sewer system. Exterior Lighting: Exterior lighting for garden areas will be located a ground level. At entries it will be located at approximately header height. All exterior lighting will be directed so that the light beam does not shine into adjacent properties. Building Design Standards: Architectural Variety: Architectural interest and variety have been incorporated into the building through the use of form, massing and roof design. Roof Design: Interest has been added to the design of the roof by varying the roof lines so that it becomes a composition of both flat and curved roof forms. The heights of the roofs are also varied to respond to the interior function of the space and to add interest to the exterior. The roof forms are related to the massing of the building and have been used to create a sense of depth and shadow to the exterior elevations. Architectural Style: The style selected is reminiscent of the flat roofed Art Deco style shown on the style sheet. The design incorporates curved forms and wall surfaces which is in keeping with the language of the Art Deco/Streamlined Moderne style -- especially as exemplified by the Southern California work of this period. The facade a massing has been kept fairly simple with flat roofs along the Avenida Vallejo frontage so as to maintain a street presence in keeping with the surrounding neighborhood. The building forms become more exuberant in the private areas of the site as they are meant to be primarily viewed and experienced by the homeowner and guests. Floor Plan: Plan has 2 1/2 baths, connecting pedestrian door from garage into the house, minimum 20' x 20' clear interior dimension in the garage plus space for mechanical equipment and bedroom clear interior dimensions greater than 10' x 10'. Exterior: No portion of the building is higher than 17 feet. Exterior materials will be stucco with metal windows, metal and wood doors, and wood trim. Roof material is subject to this Adjustment Application. All roofing materials will be rated "Class A." There are no extended eaves in the design. Building colors will be submitted with application for building permit. All exterior mounted equipment will be screened from view. SR Application: 51065 Avenida Vallejo Page Five Relationship between the House and the Site: This project has been designed to present an appealing front to the street. The front of the building has been kept fairly low and will be partially hidden behind the garden wall and the landscaping. Glimpses of the curved roofline beyond will provide a sense of intrigue and interest and the in and out massing of the building will provide an interplay of light and shadow. A set of decorative metal and wood doors will face the drive court and will be visible from the street. The garage has been turned so that the garage doors cannot be seen directly from the street. In front of the garage will be a drive court with decorative paving. This court is screened from the street by a decorative wrought iron gate. Additional gates for pedestrians and service access will be designed to match the driveway gate. Landscaping along the street frontage will be a mix of olive trees, bougainvillea, mexican sage and other flowering drought resistant plants. These materials should standout well in front of the stucco wall and provide color to the street as well as a softening of the total effect. The neighboring properties will be able to see taller mature trees and palms beyond the garden wall as well as a good view of the Santa Rosa Mountains. ie: The approach to the landscaping will be to provide a pleasing street frontage and screen direct views of the house from adjacent properties yet maintain a view of the Santa Rosa Mountains across the site for adjacent properties to the east. The floor plan of the house has been designed to relate all of the primary living spaces to exterior patios and gardens. The gallery and main living spaces access to and have views into the shaded garden and patio space to the west as well as high windows looking out to the mountains. The front entry is accessed through the drive court. The court will be landscaped with a decorative paving, large terracotta planters and bougainvillea trained along the walls. The guest suite has its own private patio on the east side and the master suite has a private patio with a spa and pool which leads out into the yard. The pool is accessible from the guest suite bath. The floor plan has been designed to open up the spaces with light and views through the house. Skylights will be strategically placed to bring natural light into the more interior sections of the house. A sense of indoor - outdoor flow of space is fostered through design elements such as: from the front entry there is a view through the house to the shade garden, the atrium in the master bedroom suite has a panoramic view of the mountains and a curved glass block wall provides privacy yet brings natural light into the other parts of the master bedroom. 3. Architecture compatible with future surrounding development South: There is an existing single family house to the south of the site. Between the two properties is an approximately 6 foot high wood and stucco wall and a row of trees on the south side of the wall. The neighboring house looks to be in fairly good condition. Future development of this site might be a remodel of the existing house. Because of the siting of the house and the existing landscaping it is unlikely that the proposed project will have a negative impact on possible future development of that site, including impacting views to the mountains. SR Application: 51065 Avenida Vallejo Page Six East: There are several undeveloped parcels along Avenida Vallejo and several others which might be remodeled in the future. The project has been designed to present a fairly low profile, landscaped frontage to the street and to allow views of the mountains over most of the site. Portions of the building which do not conform to the La Quinta design standards have been placed towards the back of the site and should not be very visible from the street as shown on the computer model perspectives. Note that the computer models do not show either the existing or any new landscaping, the landscaping will further screen the building and provide a colorful and softer frontage to the street. Therefore it is expected that the impact of this project on possible future development along Avenida Vallejo will be minimal. North: The property to the north of the project has been developed as a golf course. It appears that the "rough" of the course lies along the Avenida Tampico side. From the enclosing fence the golf course topography drops sharply to the greens some 200 to 300 yards away. In addition, trees and landscaping have been planted along the golf course fence. As seen in the computer model perspective, very little of the project will be seen from the north side. Existing and planned landscaping will further screen the building from view. Viewers from the playing area of the golf course or from the club house, etc. will see very little if any of the proposed project. The impact of this project will be negligible on any future development on the golf course. West: To the west are parcels which will probably be remodeled or developed in the future. These properties face onto adjacent streets so that the primary potential impact of this project will be on their rear yards. An existing approximately 6 foot high wall and mature trees lies along the property line. The owner of the proposed project wishes to plant bougainvillea plants along this wall and to train the vines up along the side. This planting along with additional trees planned for the landscaping should provide a fairly good visual screen between the properties. The proposed project places the house along the east edge of the property thus providing a back yard buffer between this house and its neighbors to the west. Views from the adjacent properties to the mountains will not be obstructed by the proposed project. The impact of this project on the privacy and development of the properties to the west will be slight. General Comments: The proposed project is within the proscribed height, density and materials of the SR District. In width, bulk, or massing it is not out of proportion to the site or the surrounding area. In many ways it is a fairly small house for the site and the logical assumption for future development in the area will probably be homes of more than 5000 square feet. Only the roof line and the roofing materials for this project vary from the requirements. Because of the placement of these elements on the site and the location of the site itself, it is unlikely that this project will have a detrimental impact on the development of the Cove area. In fact, this project represents a very substantial investment in and upgrade of the existing property. The Owner wishes to create a high quality, aesthetic project. As such it should have a positive impact on the future development interest in the area and should provide a good example of sensitive design and landscaping. SR Application: 51065 Avenida Vallejo Page Seven 4. Public Health, Safety and Welfare The proposed project will be built to meet current City and State building codes. In addition, the site development will include a new septic system and hook-ups for future sewer system. The proposed project represents a substantial remodel as most of the construction will be of new materials. All repair work will be done to meet the current codes. The project will continue to be used as a single family home and will not generate an increase in the use of the City's infrastructure or resources. In fact, the site is a composite of three single family lots which have been tied together, thereby actually decreasing the potential density of the Cove area. Thus the project will be an improvement over the existing conditions and will not be detrimental to the public's health, safety and welfare. 5. Design Responds to Existing Site Characteristics The existing site is fairly flat with existing mature landscaping. The proposed project is sited where the existing house is sited. Extensions to the house will necessitate the removal of several mature trees. Where feasible, these trees and palms will be moved to other undisturbed locations on the site. Mature trees not feasible for relocation will be offered to local landscaping professionals for use on other sites. Site drainage will be developed as part of the construction drawings. In addition, the project has been designed to minimize solar heat gain in the summer. The floor construction will be a concrete slab on grade with a stone or ceramic tile finish, which will provide a heat sink for some passive solar heating. 6. Maximum Limit of Five Unsold Houses The proposed project is a single family dwelling for use as a primary residence by the current property owner. The project is not being developed for speculative uses. COMPUTER MODEL PERSPECTIVE VIEW: View to Property from Avenida Vallejo COMPUTER MODEL PERSPECTIVE VIEW: View to Property from Avenida Vallejo t 1 COMPUTER MODEL PERSPECTIVE VIEW: View to Property from Avenida Tampico `T H E CIT Y 0 FILE COPY April 22, 1992 Ms. Julia Takahashi TEV Collaborative 410 St. Louis Avenue Long Beach, CA 90814 La 1982 - 1992Ten Carat Decade SUBJECT: SR ADJUSTMENT 91-002 Dear Ms. Takahashi: This is to inform you that the minor changes proposed in your letter dated March 19, 1992, and accompanying plans is hereby approved by the Planning and Development Department. Enclosed is a copy of the stamped approved plans for your use. Once your final plans are prepared, they should be submitted to the Building and Safety Department for plan check. You need to comply with the 3 Conditions of Approval previously sent to you. One set of final plans should be submitted to the Planning and Development Department for final review. Should you have any questions, please contact the undersigned. Very truly yours, JERRY HERMAN PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR Pam, Scudo-vr. STAN B. SAWA Principal Planner SS:ccs Attachment cc: Building & Safety Linda Babior LTRSS.001/CS City of La Quinta Post Office Box 1504 • 78-105 Calle Estado La Quinta, California 92253 Phone (619) 564-2246, Fax (619) 564-5617 Design & Production: Mark Palmer Design, 619-346-0772 is /uK IUI a011s d 96 flex .0 1[ Ws f 103 MSC 9w o[ MOM MOM d Iv =OM eo .r Ulr I MD Or alp 4O 10111:01 Y b COLON/ ARCHITECTURAL PLAN TEV Collaborative Juno realm\( 1. •.M /trMal tuna.,wew Almon.. P. %tale. I. •M ARCHITICCTUIS • I f t • U f l (t D t D I C f 110 9t tow De Low a.ai Calyomb 90814 (013)-439-43S0 1)08 MEM BABIOR COTTAGE e• e•Iff •. C•l1le.l1• APPNOVEU NY PLANNING & UtVELUPMENT UEPAN I MUI1 1 1 3 I a fi n u • 1 APPROVED by BYS — - EXHIBIT __d (l.c., CASE NO. A4.) E71.31:`.ENT 41?'I ? q►- 004- OROOF PLAN KAU 1/4..r_r I >N EXHIBIT CASE NO. 1 g Real-t$s-usu 1 a o z o A-4 �'r g 011,011, MAID 0 TRANSVERSE SECTION SCALE 1/4- • • I.. APPROVED BY PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT DEPAW LONGITUDINAL SECTION SGAwit DATE 4194la1 --DD DDD 7 SCALE L/1' = r-cOLHIB T 1120:Melk- CASE No. �e. 416 4 i- Do+ SOUTH ELEVATION SCALE 1/4" = EXHIBIT CASE NO. tl I T t C T O t L 7 L M t I L C A-5 •11.60TM.T i _....� BA3® ®Bia I 1 / MASS SNIP M B EB B3 A GARAGE 0 <-1 OUTDOOR STORAGE M.BATH (T..ON POOL EQUIP. GUEST BATH READING MASTER BEDROOM ATRIUM READING NORTH ELEVATION r r 0 r 0 6 0 0 0 T 0 ALLERY 0 WEST ELEVATION 111070 IMMO ❑0000 OT z3 O .D 0 STUDY APPROVED BY PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT Ew•I .fJIA ,ice .,•-`BY 5iturzt. DATE 114 l" EXHIBIT ,- CASE NO. S� Qcit, It.' m STORAGE G A R A G E 0 E N T R Y GUEST RO 0 M STORAGE EAST ELEVATION EXHIBIT CASE NO. ■ e ♦ I C R I T I C T O R I • I B C • U R B A N A-6 1 9 1 APPROVED BY PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT BY GJIP7 hGaArn► DATE 4 `21141- EXHIBIT CASE NO. Mvo,.. uK • • Wd • • t t t • ♦v.MiO• 10,1.4.10 O • ♦ #••lY ,Iovc i, ♦ t « t t t t . -. ,A' SITE PLAN suul/r. r-r 1 >N EXHIBIT Glil CASE NO. gl-004, • U l D& PI DISIG 1 1 q Hz a 0 A-2 Tait i4ad adittai 78-105 CALLE ESTADO — LA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA 92253 - (619) 564-2246 FAX (619) 564-5617 December 12, 1991 Ms. Linda Babior c/o Higgins and Cosme, Inc. 135 Streamland Drive Burbank, CA 91505 SUBJECT: =.SR- ADJUSTMENT_ 91-004 Dear Ms. Babior: This is to inform you that the Planning Commission at their meeting of November 26, 1991, approved your request for an adjustment to the SR zone requirements, as requested. The approval is subject to three conditions which are attached for your use. Additionally, attached are Minutes from that meeting. Should you have any questions concerning the above information, please contact this office. Very truly yours, JERRY HERMAN PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR t?,.6:tum. STAN B . SAWA Principal Planner SB S : bja Enclosures cc: Ms. Julia Takahashi, Tev Collaborative Building & Safety Department LTRSS.104 MAILING ADDRESS - P.O. BOX 1504 - LA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA 92253 CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL SR ADJUSTMENT 91-002 - FINAL NOVEMBER 26, 1991 1. Approval shall be subject to exhibits on file in the Planning and Development Department. Minor deviations from approved plans shall be approved by the Planning and Development Department. 2. Final exterior colors shall be reviewed and approved by the Planning and Development Department. 3. Landscaping shall be provided around exterior of perimeter wall. Landscaping shall be designed to compliment and screen residence. PCST.031 4 Planning Commission Minutes November 26, 1991 C. SR Adjustment 91-004; a request of Linda Babior for useage of a standing seam metal roof and curved wall sections. 1. Principal Planner Stan Sawa presented the information contained in the Staff report. A copy of which is on file in the Planning and Development Department. 2. Julia Takahashi, architect for the project, gave a presentation of the project. 3. Commissioner Ladner asked if the garage met the City setback requirements. Staff stated they did. 4. Ms. Patricia Aplet, owner of property across from the Applicant, asked if the roof material would reflect the sun onto their property. Ms. Takahashi stated that the material would not reflect onto their property. 5. There being no further discussion, it was moved by Commissioner Ellson and seconded by Commissioner Mosher to adopt Minute Motion 91-047 approving SR Adjustment 91-004 subject to the Staff recommendation. Unanimously approved. D. Plot Plan 91-466 and Variance 91-019; a request of Simon Plaza, Inc., for a approval of a mixed use commercial complex on five and one half acres. 1. At the request of the Staff, it was moved by Commissioner Ladner and seconded by Commissioner Marrs to continue this matter to the next meeting of December 10, 1991, to give Staff an opportunity to review the Traffic Study that had just been received. Unanimously approved. VII. CONSENT CALENDAR A. Commissioner Ellson asked that the Minutes of November 12, 1991, be amended to show that she voted no on Specific Plan 88-012 and Tentative Tract 23995 request for a First One Year Time Extension. Commissioner Mosher moved and Commissioner Ellson seconded a motion to approve the Minutes of November 12, 1991, as corrected. Unanimously approved. VIII. OTHER A. Commissioner Ladner gave a report of the Water Symposium that she attended. B . Commissioner Ellson asked that the City's requirements for sideyard setbacks be placed the next agenda. PCMIN11-26 8 BI#3 DATE: CASE NO: APPLICANT: ARCHITECT: LOCATION: ZONING: ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION: STAFF REPORT PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING NOVEMBER 26, 1991 SR ADJUSTMENT 91-004 LINDA BABIOR TEV COLLABORATIVE (JULIA TAKAHASHI) 51-065 AVENIDA VALLEJO (IN THE COVE AREA) SR (SPECIAL RESIDENTIAL) FILE COPY CONSTRUCTION OF SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCES ARE CATEGORICALLY EXEMPTED FROM THE GUIDELINES FOR IMPLEMENTATION OF THE CEQA. THEREFORE, NO FURTHER ENVIRONMENTAL DOCUMENTATION IS DEEMED NECESSARY. BACKGROUND: The subject property consists of three lots which have been merged into a 150' X 100' lot. The property presently contains a single family residence of approximately 1600 sq. ft. which the Applicant has owned since 1988. The Applicant wishes to add a major addition to the residence and substantially upgrade the property. The newly remodeled house will contain approximately 3,000 sq. ft. of floor area. Additionally, new landscaping, sprinkler systems, and a pool and spa will be added. The newly remodeled residence will consist of two bedrooms, 2-1/2 baths, a fully enclosed two car garage, entry drive court, golf cart storage, and a gardeners shed. Presently the property which is located on a corner, is fully enclosed by a stuccoed wall with some wood fencing. This wall will remain after the remodeling. The remodeled residence will be designed in a manner which is considered Art Deco or streamlined moderne •style by the architect. The design incorporates curved forms and roof and wall surfaces. According to the architect, interest has been added to the design of the roof by varying the roof lines so that it becomes a composition of both flat and curved roof forms. The heights of the roof are also varied to correspond to the interior function of the space and to add interest to the exterior. The roof forms are related to massing of the building and have been used to create a sense of depth and shadow to the exterior elevations. The proposed structure does not exceed the 17' high maximum height limit. Exterior materials will consist of stucco walls with metal windows, glass block metal, and wood doors, and wood trim. The roofing material utilized will be standing seam metal for the curved roof surfaces. The exact colors have not yet been chosen for the exterior materials. However, the architect believes that the walls will probably be off-white or white with the roofing materials, possible being "Sage Green" in color. The architect PCST.031 1 001 estimates that the total cost of the improvements will be $450-500,000 including construction and landscaping. SR ADJUSTMENT REQUEST: The requested SR Adjustment which is permitted by the Municipal Code, is to allow the usage of standing seam metal roofing and curved wall sections. The SR Zone specifically requires that for other than flat roofs, roof material shall be either clay or concrete tile. The specific examples of architecture styles does not show any curved wall surfaces. The Municipal Code allows deviation from these requirements provided that the Planning Commission determines that ,the adjustment will be "compatible with the surrounding neighborhood". ANALYSIS: 1. The subject property is located at the extreme north end of the Cove area. Within a block or two of the property to the south east and west, approximately 1/3 of the lots are developed. Generally the value of the surrounding homes probably runs from $90-$110, 000. As noted, the Applicant intends to spend approximately $450-$500,000. There are homes of approximately this value in the area to the west, approximately four blocks away, known as the Yucatan Peninsula. 2. Across the street to the north is the La Quinta Hotel Golf Course. Therefore, there are no homes immediately to the north of the project site. 3. Due to the location of the remodeled residence on the lot, the existing stuccoed wall around the property, proposed landscaping, and the extensive amount of mature landscaping that will remain, visibility of the remodeled structure should be minimal from the street and surrounding properties. 4. Since the property is located at the extreme end of the Cove, the deviation in exterior materials and style will be minimal when compared to a site which is in the middle of the Cove area. 5. Staff feels that the residence in itself is attractive. If the zoning of the property was not SR, there would be no restriction against constructing this residence. The restriction is because when the SR Zone was developed, it was felt that a certain architectural style utilizing tile roofs was desirable for the area. 6. City policy has been to require compliance with the SR requirements for new construction. In the cases of remodels, the policy has been to allow some deviation if the original construction does not comply with the SR requirements. PCST.031 2 002 DESIGN REVIEW BOARD ACTION: The Design Review Board reviewed this item at their meeting of November 14, 1991. The Design Review Board after reviewing the request on a unanimous vote, recommended to the Planning Commission that the adjustment be approved as requested. RECOMMENDATION: The Planning Commission should review the requested adjustment in light of the above Staff comments and Design Review Board action and determine acceptability. Should you feel this request is acceptable, approve by Minute Motion subject to the attached conditions and any other conditions the Planning Commission feels is appropriate. • Attachments: 1. Location map 2. Supplement to application from applicant received October 31, 1991 3. Plan exhibits PCST.031 3 003 CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL SR ADJUSTMENT 91-002 - RECOMMENDED NOVEMBER 26, 1991 1. Approval shall be subject to exhibits on file in the Planning and Development Department . Minor deviations from approved plans shall be approved by the Planning and Development Department. 2. Final exterior colors shall be reviewed and approved by the Planning and Development Department. 3. Landscaping shall be provided around exterior of perimeter wall. Landscaping shall be designed •to compliment and screen residence. PCST.031 4 004 w x0 /9 O /4 O / • • 4 /? +•� 19, •I •••i COS rei5464c 0.0114C O 4 ® 7 re6 ® res ® /0 CASE MAP 2O O H 4O /6O r./5 S CASE Na SR Adjustment 91-004 LOCATION MAP /4 0 ® / A 4 ® 9 © /0 /II ADJUSTMENT TO SR STANDARDS SUPPLEMENT TO APPLICATION APPLICANT: TEV Collaborative Contact: Julia Takahashi or Michael Evans 410 St. Louis Avenue Long Beach, CA 90814 OWNER Linda Babior c/o Higgins & Cosme, Inc. 135 Screenland Drive Burbank, CA 91505 ADDRESS: Parcel #773062023 51065 Avenida Vallejo La Quinta, CA 92110 PROJECT: 1T5) I , 1; �''�/n y. ��cs suar.'��r. �I1.ri� ! O C T 3 1 1991 . ».� .0.._.0. ..... 7T1 c;, .r . , c. .,:,;:F 14.4hTaL ,,.Yt .. Alas ..'..,e ... 4:/1s+.,.:L The proposed project is a new one story single family home of approximately 3000 square feet to replace a 1950's circa house of approximately 1600 square feet. The site consists of 3 standard lots which have been tied together. Proposed renovation of site includes new septic system, hook-ups for future City sewer system, repair and infill existing 6 foot high fence around property, new street frontage landscaping and sprinkler system and new pool/spa. The new 2 bedroom, 2 1/2 bath residence will also include a fully enclosed 2 car garage, entry drive court, golf cart storage, gardener's shed and 2000 square feet of gallery, living, dining and kitchen space. The residence is similar to the flat roofed Art Deco style shown in the 'Manual on Architectural Standards,' with modifications as described below. The Owner has requested top quality construction and finishes for the project. The Owner will be using this house as a primary residence. Total cost of improvements is estimated at S450,000 to $500,000, including construction and landscaping. This represents a substantial upgrade of the existing property and investment in the Cove Area of La Quinta. REQUESTED MODIFICATIONS: 1. Modification of the roof line to allow for curved roofs over the back (away from the street frontage) portion of the buildings. 2. Modification of permitted roofing materials to allow for standing seam metal roofing on the curved roof surfaces. 3. Modification of building massing as shown on Architectural Styles sheet to allow for curved sections. 006 SR Application: 51065 Avenida Vallejo Page Two JUSTIFICATION: The Owner of this property requested a design which would serve as a primary residence for the owner and comfortable quarters for occasional guests. In addition the design was to respond to the beauty and drama of the La Quinta environment and provide panoramic views of the Santa Rosa Mountains for the master suite. The Owner has a particular affinity for curved spaces and requested that curved wall and ceiling surfaces be incorporated in to the design. In response to site and client parameters, the design of the residence consists of primary living spaces clustered along the south side of the property. Moving from the east side (Avenida Vallejo) this portion of the building consists of a two car garage, a garage entrance door into a service area with powder room and laundry, a kitchen, a dining area, a main entry area and a gallery/living room along the west side. The gallery has a high ceiling which curves in a 1/4 round to open the space up to windows framing a view of a large existing tree and shaded garden space. The curved ceiling helps scoop light into the gallery and provides drama and height without feeling oppressive. The more private master suite and guest suite are set along the north side of the house. This provides the master suite with a panoramic view of the Santa Rosa Mountains as well as direct access to the spa and swimming pool. The master bedroom is designed with a barrel vaulted ceiling. The roof over the atrium space and private patio is also curved to create a dramatic frame for the view. The full drama of the Santa Rosa Mountains is brought into the interior of the master suite as the curved frame encompasses the sky and helps to capture the sense of spaciousness of the desert. The two rounded forms on the north side provide a balance to the skyward thrust of the roof. The round space on the east side serves as a bath and shower and the other will be used as a study. The standing seam metal roofing material has been selected as an efficient and attractive roofing for curved surfaces. The materials permitted in the Architectural Standards are not applicable on curved surfaces. IMPACT ON ADJACENT PROPERTIES: The roof line along the Avenida Vallejo frontage has been kept flat so as to provide a low profile in keeping with the character of the surrounding neighborhood. Using computer modeling studies, we estimate that very little if any of the curved roof surfaces will be visible from Avenida Vallejo. In addition the entire property is surrounded by a 6 foot high stucco wall. The screening of this wall is further enhanced by existing and planned landscaping with trees and climbing vines (bougainvillea). It is our understanding that Avenida Tampico will eventually be developed as a pedestrian and bike path. The golf course is on the north side so there will not be any other residential development along that side. Views of this property from the golf course are already screened by golf course landscaping the topography of the course. 007 SR Application: 51065 Avenida Vallejo Page Three Adjacent properties along the south and west sides are already fairly well screened from view by the 6 foot high garden wall and adjacent.landscaping. FINDINGS: 1. Conformation with General and Specific Plans The proposed project is a remodel of a single family dwelling on a 100 foot by 159.47 foot lot. The site will continue to be used as a single family dwelling. 2. Compliance with Zoning Requirements Setbacks: As per communication with the La Quinta Planning Department on July loth, 12th and 23rd of 1991. The site is being developed with the Avenida Tampico frontage considered as the front yard with a 20 foot setback and the Avenida Vallejo side considered as a sideyard with a 10 foot setback. In addition, as the garage doors do not face the street and as off street parking is provided in the drive court; the site plan meets the intent of the zoning code in respect to garage setbacks and off street parking. (Please refer to attached copies of correspondence). Upgrades to the property related to zoning requirements include the addition of a fully enclosed two car garage and golf cart storage space. All setbacks meet the zoning requirements except for an existing non -conforming condition along the south setback where the wall of the existing house is approximately 5 feet from the property line. All new portions of the structure will be constructed within the allowed buildable area. Fencing: There is an existing 6 foot high stucco and wood fence around the property. This fence is in good repair but will be check and repaired as required. The existing gate is ornamental wrought iron and will be re -used. All new gates will be designed and constructed to match the existing gate. Landscaping: The entire site will be re -landscaped and a new sprinkler system will be installed. Existing mature trees and plant materials will be incorporated into the new design. Where existing trees are located within the new building footprint, they will be saved and moved where feasible. Pool Equipment & Refuse Containers: Pool equipment will be located in the gardener's shed adjacent to the pool and will not be visible from the street. Refuse containers will be located within a walled enclosure. 008 SR Application: 51065 Avenida Vallejo Page Four Utilities: Utilities will be installed underground. A new septic system will be installed as well as hook- up for the future City sewer system. _ Exterior Lighting: Exterior lighting for garden areas will be located a ground level. At entries it will be located at approximately header height. All exterior lighting will be directed so that the light beam does not shine into adjacent properties. Building Design Standards: Architectural Variety: Architectural interest and variety have been incorporated into the building through the use of form, massing and roof design. Roof Design: Interest has been added to the design of the roof by varying the roof lines so that it becomes a composition of both flat and curved roof forms. The heights of the roofs are also varied to respond to the interior function of the space and to add interest to the exterior. The roof forms are related to the massing of the building and have been used to create a sense of depth and shadow to the exterior elevations. Architectural Style: The style selected is reminiscent of the flat roofed Art Deco style shown on the style sheet. The design incorporates curved forms and wall surfaces which is in keeping with the language of the Art Deco/Streamlined Moderne style -- especially as exemplified by the Southern California work of this period. The facade a massing has been kept fairly simple with flat roofs along the Avenida Vallejo frontage so as to maintain a street presence in keeping with the surrounding neighborhood. The building forms become more exuberant in the private areas of the site as they are meant to be primarily viewed and experienced by the homeowner and guests. Floor Plan: Plan has 2 1/2 baths, connecting pedestrian door from garage into the house, minimum 20' x 20' clear interior dimension in the garage plus space for mechanical equipment and bedroom clear interior dimensions greater than 10' x 10'. Exterior: No portion of the building is higher than 17 feet. Exterior materials will be stucco with metal windows, metal and wood doors, and wood trim. Roof material is subject to this Adjustment Application. All roofing materials will be rated "Class A." There are no extended eaves in the design. Building colors will be submitted with application for building permit. All exterior mounted equipment will be screened from view. 009 SR Application: 51065 Avenida Vallejo Page Five Relationship between the House and the Site: This project has been designed to present an appealing front to the street. The front -of the building has been kept fairly low and will be partially hidden behind the garden wall and the landscaping. Glimpses of the curved roofline beyond will provide a sense of intrigue and interest and the in and put massing of the building will provide an interplay of light and shadow. A set of decorative metal and wood doors will face the drive court and will be visible from the street. The garage has been turned so that the garage doors cannot be seen directly from the street. In front of the garage will be a drive court with decorative paving. This court is screened from the street by a decorative wrought iron gate. Additional gates for pedestrians and service access will be designed to match the driveway gate. Landscaping along the street frontage will be a mix of olive trees, bougainvillea, mexican sage and other flowering drought resistant plants. These materials should standout well in front of the stucco wall and provide color to the street as well as a softening of the total effect. The neighboring properties will be able to see taller mature trees and palms beyond the garden wall as well as a good view of the Santa Rosa Mountains. ie: The approach to the landscaping will be to provide a pleasing street frontage and screen direct views of the house from adjacent properties yet maintain a view of the Santa Rosa Mountains across the site for adjacent properties to the east. The floor plan of the house has been designed to relate all of the primary living spaces to exterior patios and gardens. The gallery and main livingspaces access to and have views into the shaded garden and patio space to the west as well as high windows looking out to the mountains. The front entry is accessed through the drive court. The court will be landscaped with a decorative paving, large terracotta planters and bougainvillea trained along the walls. The guest suite has its own private patio on the east side and the master suite has a private patio with a spa and pool which leads out into the yard. The pool is accessible from the guest suite bath. The floor plan has been designed to open up the spaces with light and views through the house. Skylights will be strategically placed to bring natural light into the more interior sections of the house. A sense of indoor - outdoor flow of space is fostered through design elements such as: from the front entry there is a view through the house to the shade garden, the atrium in the master bedroom suite has a panoramic view of the mountains and a curved glass block wall provides privacy yet brings natural light into the other parts of the master bedroom. 3. Architecture compatible with future surrounding development South: There is an existing single family house to the south of the site. Between the two properties is an approximately 6 foot high wood and stucco wall and a row of trees on the south side of the wall. The neighboring house looks to be in fairly good condition. Future development of this site might be a remodel of the existing house. Because of the siting of the house and the existing landscaping it is unlikely that the proposed project will have a negative impact on possible future development of that site, including impacting views to the mountains. 010 SR Application: 51065 Avenida Vallejo Page Six East: There are several undeveloped parcels along Avenida Vallejo and several others which might be remodeled in the future. The project has been designed to present a fairly low profile, landscaped frontage to the street and to allow views of the mountains over most of the site. Portions of the building which do not conform to the La Quinta design standards have been placed towards the back of the site and should not be very visible from the street as shown on the computer model perspectives. Note that the computer models do not show either the existing or any new landscaping, the landscaping will further screen the building and provide a colorful and softer frontage to the street. Therefore it is expected that the impact of this project on possible future development along Avenida Vallejo will be minimal. North: The property to the north of the project has been developed as a golf course. It appears that the "rough" of the course lies along the Avenida Tampico side. From the enclosing fence the golf course topography drops sharply to the greens some 200 to 300 yards away. In addition, trees and landscaping have been planted along the golf course fence. As seen in the computer model perspective, very little of the project will be seen from the north side. Existing and planned landscaping will further screen the building from view. Viewers from the playing area of the golf course or from the.club house, etc. will see very little if any of the proposed project. The impact of this project will be negligible on any future development on the golf course. West: To the west are parcels which will probably be remodeled or developed in the future. These properties face onto adjacent streets so that the primary potential impact of this project will be on their rear yards. An existing approximately 6 foot high wall and mature trees lies along the property line. The owner of the proposed project wishes to plant bougainvillea plants along this wall and to train the vines up along the side. This planting along with additional trees planned for the landscaping should provide a fairly good visual screen between the properties. The proposed project places the house along the east edge of the property thus providing a back yard buffer between this house and its neighbors to the west. Views from the adjacent properties to the mountains will not be obstructed by the proposed project. The impact of this project on the privacy and development of the properties to the west will be slight. General Comments: The proposed project is within the proscribed height, density and materials of the SR District. In width, bulk, or massing it is not out of proportion to the site or the surrounding area. In many ways it is a fairly small house for the site and the logical assumption for future development in the area will probably be homes of more than 5000 square feet. Only the roof line and the roofing materials for this project vary from the requirements. Because of the placement of these elements on the site and the location of the site itself, it is unlikely that this project will have a detrimental impact on the development of the Cove area. In fact, this project represents a very substantial investment in and upgrade of the existing property. The Owner wishes to create a high quality, aesthetic project. As such it should have a positive impact on the future development interest in the area and should provide a good example of sensitive design and landscaping. 011 SR Application: 51065 Avenida Vallejo Page Seven 4. Public Health, Safety and Welfare The proposed project will be built to meet current City and State building codes. In addition, the site development will include a new septic system and hook-ups for future sewer system. The proposed project represents a substantial remodel as most of the construction will be of new materials. All repair work will be done to meet the current codes. The project will continue to be used as a single family home and will not generate an increase in the use of the City's infrastructure or resources. In fact, the site is a composite of three single family lots which have been tied together, thereby actually decreasing the potential density of the Cove area. Thus the project will be an improvement over the existing conditions and will not be detrimental to the public's health, safety and welfare. 5. Design Responds to Existing Site Characteristics The existing site is fairly flat with existing mature landscaping. The proposed project is sited where the existing house is sited. Extensions to the house will necessitate the removal of several mature trees. Where feasible, these trees and palms will be moved to other undisturbed locations on the site. Mature trees not feasible for relocation will be offered to local landscaping professionals for use on other sites. Site drainage will be developed as part of the construction drawings. In addition, the project has been designed to minimize solar heat gain in the summer. The floor construction will be a concrete slab on grade with a stone or ceramic tile finish, which will provide a heat sink for some passive solar heating. 6. Maximum Limit of Five Unsold Houses The proposed project is a single family dwelling for use as a primary residence by the current property owner. The project is not being developed for speculative uses. 012 COMPUTER MODEL PERSPECTIVE VIEW: View to Property from Avenida Vallejo __`--_ _____________________ COMPUTER MODEL PERSPECTIVE VIEW: View to Property from Avenida Vallejo COMPUTER MODEL PERSPECTIVE VIEW: View to Property from Avenida Tampico STAFF REPORT DESIGN REVIEW BOARD DATE: NOVEMBER 14, 1991 PROJECT: SR ADJUSTMENT 91-004 REQUEST : APPROVAL TO DEVIATE FROM SR (SPECIAL RESIDENTIAL) ZONE EXTERIOR MATERIAL AND DESIGN REQUIREMENTS FOR A REMODELED SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE. APPLICANT: LINDA BABIOR ARCHITECT: TEV COLLABORATIVE (JULIA TAKAHASHI) LOCATION: 51-065 AVENIDA VALLEJO IN THE COVE AREA BACKGROUND: The Applicant owns a single family house of approximately 1600 square feet which was built around the 1950's. The property consists of three lots which have been merged together. The Applicant intends to upgrade the entire site and develop the house into a new single story home of approximately 3,000 square feet. Additionally, new landscaping, sprinkler systems, and a pool/spa will be provided. The new two bedroom 2-1/2 bath residence will include a fully enclosed two car garage, entry drive court, golf cart storage, gardeners shed, and 2,000 sq. ft. of gallery, living, dining, and kitchen space. ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN: The SR Zone requires that roofs be either concrete or clay tile unless the roof is flat. Due to the Applicant wishing to utilizing curved forms and wall surfaces, the architect has provided standing seam metal roofing. Generally speaking, the architectural style of the newly remodeled home will be in keeping with the language of the Art Deco/streamline moderne style. The architect has provided an extensive description and justification for the request (see attached) . The SR Zone requirements and Architectural Design Manual do not reflect this architectural style. ANALYSIS: 1. Presently around the majority of the lot there is a six foot high block wall which will be continued around the front. 2. The proposed remodeling is a substantial upgrading of the residence and neighborhood. DRBST.017 1 3. Staff feels that the residence in itself is attractive. If the zoning of the property was not SR (Special Residential) there would be no restriction against constructing this residence. The only restriction is that when the SR Zone was developed, it was felt that a certain architectural style utilizing tile. roofs was desirable for the area. PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: In order for the Applicant to construct this remodeled residence on the lot, it will be necessary for the Planning Commission to grant an adjustment to the SR requirements . The Design Review Board's action will be a recommendation to the Planning Commission. RECOMMENDATION: The Design Review Board should review the submitted plans in light of the above Staff comments. Your action will be forwarded to the Planning Commission as a recommendation. Attachments: 1. Location map 2. Plan exhibits 3. Supplement to application from Applicant received October 31, 1991 DRBST.017 2 fit: -to of G 22 r7.o V..111 P. los • 2/ O 20 O M /9 C) ti •e•6 n • 2 O. 06AC 0.06 AC ® 4 /8® ®5 osi� ,..!A /7 ® ® 6 O 0• /6® cal ; /5 y /4 O /3 / • 6o. of 8 9 ® /0 /•I 70 9' 2 /©4 8 ® 9 ® /0 //• CASE MAP SR Adjustment 91-004 LOCATION MAP J ^+ /•• 00•. 2/ 0064, ADJUSTMENT TO SR STANDARDS SUPPLEMENT TO APPLICATION APPLICANT: TEV Collaborative Contact: Julia Takahashi or Michael Evans 410 St. Louis Avenue Long Beach, CA 90814 OWNER ADDRESS: PROJECT: Linda Babior c/o Higgins & Cosme, Inc. 135 Screenland Drive Burbank, CA 91505 Parcel #773062023 51065 Avenida Vallejo La Quinta, CA 92110 ame._.� .gin Fri) F 1 OCT 3 1 1991 .Or'Ailt, G'.•1 .. F, 0,;; ;'A. , *ASV, . r,...,i..... it ”a.-s 11.73C The proposed project is a new one story single family home of approximately 3000 square feet to replace a 1950's circa house of approximately 1600 square feet. The site consists of 3 standard lots which have been tied together. Proposed renovation of site includes new septic system, hook-ups for future City sewer system, repair and infill existing 6 foot high fence around property, new street frontage landscaping and sprinkler system and new pool/spa. The new 2 bedroom, 2 1/2 bath residence will also include a fully enclosed 2 car garage, entry drive court, golf cart storage, gardener's shed and 2000 square feet of gallery, living, dining and kitchen space. The residence is similar to the flat roofed Art Deco style shown in the `Manual on Architectural Standards,' with modifications as described below. The Owner has requested top quality construction and finishes for the project. The Owner will be using this house as a primary residence. Total cost of improvements is estimated at $450,000 to $500,000, including construction and landscaping. This represents a substantial upgrade of the existing property and investment in the Cove Area of La Quinta. REQUESTED MODIFICATIONS: 1. Modification of the roof line to allow for curved roofs over the back (away from the street frontage) portion of the buildings. 2. Modification of permitted roofing materials to allow for standing seam metal roofing on the curved roof surfaces. 3. Modification of building massing as shown on Architectural Styles sheet to allow for curved sections. SR Application: 51065 Avenida Vallejo Page Two JUSTIFICATION: The Owner of this property requested a design which would serve as a primary residence for the owner and comfortable quarters for occasional guests. In addition the design was to respond to the beauty and drama of the La Quinta environment and provide panoramic views of the Santa Rosa Mountains for the master suite. The Owner has a particular affinity for curved spaces and requested that curved wall and ceiling surfaces be incorporated in to the design. In response to site and client parameters, the design of the residence consists of primary living spaces clustered along the south side of the property. Moving from the east side (Avenida Vallejo) this portion of the building consists of a two car garage, a garage entrance door into a service area with powder room and laundry, a kitchen, a dining area, a main entry area and a gallery/living room along the west side. The gallery has a high ceiling which curves in a 1/4 round to open the space up to windows framing a view of a large existing tree and shaded garden space. The curved ceiling helps scoop light into the gallery and provides drama and height without feeling oppressive. The more private master suite and guest suite are set along the north side of the house. This provides the master suite with a panoramic view of the Santa Rosa Mountains as well as direct access to the spa and swimming pool. The master bedroom is designed with a barrel vaulted ceiling. The roof over the atrium space and private patio is also curved to create a dramatic frame for the view. The full drama of the Santa Rosa Mountains is brought into the interior of the master suite as the curved frame encompasses the sky and helps to capture the sense of spaciousness of the desert. The two rounded forms on the north side provide a balance to the skyward thrust of the roof. The round space on the east side serves as a bath and shower and the other will be used as a study. The standing seam metal roofing material has been selected as an efficient and attractive roofing for curved surfaces. The materials permitted in the Architectural Standards are not applicable on curved surfaces. IMPACT ON ADJACENT PROPERTIES: The roof line along the Avenida Vallejo frontage has been kept flat so as to provide a low profile in keeping with the character of the surrounding neighborhood. Using computer modeling studies, we estimate that very little if any of the curved roof surfaces will be visible from Avenida Vallejo. In addition the entire property is surrounded by a 6 foot high stucco wall. The screening of this wall is further enhanced by existing and planned landscaping with trees and climbing vines (bougainvillea). It is our understanding that Avenida Tampico will eventually be developed as a pedestrian and bike path. The golf course is on the north side so there will not be any other residential development along that side. Views of this property from the golf course are already screened by golf course landscaping the topography of the course. SR Application: 51065 Avenida Vallejo Page Three Adjacent properties along the south and west sides are already fairly well screened from view by the 6 foot high garden wall and adjacent landscaping. FINDINGS: 1. Conformation with General and Specific Plans The proposed project is a remodel of a single family dwelling on a 100 foot by 159.47 foot lot. The site will continue to be used as a single family dwelling. 2. Compliance with Zoning Requirements Setbacks: As per communication with the La Quinta Planning Department on July loth, 12th and 23rd of 1991. The site is being developed with the Avenida Tampico frontage considered as the front yard with a 20 foot setback and the Avenida Vallejo side considered as a sideyard with a 10 foot setback. In addition, as the garage doors do not face the street and as off street parking is provided in the drive court; the site plan meets the intent of the zoning code in respect to garage setbacks and off street parking. (Please refer to attached copies of correspondence). Upgrades to the property related to zoning requirements include the addition of a fully enclosed two car garage and golf cart storage space. All setbacks meet the zoning requirements except for an existing non -conforming condition along the south setback where the wall of the existing house is approximately 5 feet from the property line. All new portions of the structure will be constructed within the allowed buildable area. Fencing: There is an existing 6 foot high stucco and wood fence around the property. This fence is in good repair but will be check and repaired as required. The existing gate is ornamental wrought iron and will be re -used. All new gates will be designed and constructed to match the existing gate. Landscaping: The entire site will be re -landscaped and a new sprinkler system will be installed. Existing mature trees and plant materials will be incorporated into the new design. Where existing trees are located within the new building footprint, they will be saved and moved where feasible. Pool Equipment & Refuse Containers: Pool equipment will be located in the gardener's shed adjacent to the pool and will not be visible from the street. Refuse containers will be located within a walled enclosure. SR Application: 51065 Avenida Vallejo Page Four Utilities: Utilities will be installed underground. A new septic system will be installed as well as hook- up for the future City sewer system. Exterior Lighting: Exterior lighting for garden areas will be located a ground level. At entries it will be located at approximately header height. All exterior lighting will be directed so that the light beam does not shine into adjacent properties. Building Design Standards: Architectural Variety: Architectural interest and variety have been incorporated into the building through the use of form, massing and roof design. Roof Design: Interest has been added to the design of the roof by varying the roof lines so that it becomes a composition of both flat and curved roof forms. The heights of the roofs are also varied to respond to the interior function of the space and to add interest to the exterior. The roof forms are related to the massing of the building and have been used to create a sense of depth and shadow to the exterior elevations. Architectural Style: The style selected is reminiscent of the flat roofed Art Deco style shown on the style sheet. The design incorporates curved forms and wall surfaces which is in keeping with the language of the Art Deco/Streamlined Moderne style -- especially as exemplified by the Southern California work of this period. The facade a massing has been kept fairly simple with flat roofs along the Avenida Vallejo frontage so as to maintain a street presence in keeping with the surrounding neighborhood. The building forms become more exuberant in the private areas of the site as they are meant to be primarily viewed and experienced by the homeowner and guests. Floor Plan: Plan has 2 1/2 baths, connecting pedestrian door from garage into the house, minimum 20' x 20' clear interior dimension in the garage plus space for mechanical equipment and bedroom clear interior dimensions greater than 10' x 10'. Exterior: No portion of the building is higher than 17 feet. Exterior materials will be stucco with metal windows, metal and wood doors, and wood trim. Roof material is subject to this Adjustment Application. All roofing materials will be rated "Class A." There are no extended eaves in the design. Building colors will be submitted with application for building permit. All exterior mounted equipment will be screened from view. SR Application: 51065 Avenida Vallejo Page Five Relationship between the House and the Site: This project has been designed to present an appealing front to the street. The front of the building has been kept fairly low and will be partially hidden behind the garden wall and the landscaping. Glimpses of the curved roofline beyond will provide a sense of intrigue and interest and the in and out massing of the building will provide an interplay of light and shadow. A set of decorative metal and wood doors will face the drive court and will be visible from the street. The garage has been turned so that the garage doors cannot be seen directly from the street. In front of the garage will be a drive court with decorative paving. This court is screened from the street by a decorative wrought iron gate. Additional gates for pedestrians and service access will be designed to match the driveway gate. Landscaping along the street frontage will be a mix of olive trees, bougainvillea, mexican sage and other flowering drought resistant plants. These materials should standout well in front of the stucco wall and provide color to the street as well as a softening of the total effect. The neighboring properties will be able to see taller mature trees and palms beyond the garden wall as well as a good view of the Santa Rosa Mountains. ie: The approach to the landscaping will be to provide a pleasing street frontage and screen direct views of the house from adjacent properties yet maintain a view of the Santa Rosa Mountains across the site for adjacent properties to the east. The floor plan of the house has been designed to relate all of the primary living spaces to exterior patios and gardens. The gallery and main living spaces access to and have views into the shaded garden and patio space to the west as well as high windows looking out to the mountains. The front entry is accessed through the drive court. The court will be landscaped with a decorative paving, large terracotta planters and bougainvillea trained along the walls. The guest suite has its own private patio on the east side and the master suite has a private patio with a spa and pool which leads out into the yard. The pool is accessible from the guest suite bath. The floor plan has been designed to open up the spaces with light and views through the house. Skylights will be strategically placed to bring natural light into the more interior sections of the house. A sense of indoor - outdoor flow of space is fostered through design elements such as: from the front entry there is a view through the house to the shade garden, the atrium in the master bedroom suite has a panoramic view of the mountains and a curved glass block wall provides privacy yet brings natural light into the other parts of the master bedroom. 3. Architecture compatible with future surrounding development South: There is an existing single family house to the south of the site. Between the two properties is an approximately 6 foot high wood and stucco wall and a row of trees on the south side of the wall. The neighboring house looks to be in fairly good condition. Future development of this site might be a remodel of the existing house. Because of the siting of the house and the existing landscaping it is unlikely that the proposed project will have a negative impact on possible future development of that site, including impacting views to the mountains. SR Application: 51065 Avenida Vallejo Page Six East: There are several undeveloped parcels along Avenida Vallejo and several others which might be remodeled in the future. The project has been designed to present a fairly low profile, landscaped frontage to the street and to allow views of the mountains over most of the site. Portions of the building which do not conform to the La Quinta design standards have been placed towards the back of the site and should not be very visible from the street as shown on the computer model perspectives. Note that the computer models do not show either the existing or any new landscaping, the landscaping will further screen the building and provide a colorful and softer frontage to the street. Therefore it is expected that the impact of this project on possible future development along Avenida Vallejo will be minimal. North: The property to the north of the project has been developed as a golf course. It appears that the "rough" of the course lies along the Avenida Tampico side. From the enclosing fence the golf course topography drops sharply to the greens some 200 to 300 yards away. In addition, trees and landscaping have been planted along the golf course fence. As seen in the computer model perspective, very little of the project will be seen from the north side. Existing and planned landscaping will further screen the building from view. Viewers from the playing area of the golf course or from the club house, etc. will see very little if any of the proposed project. The impact of this project will be negligible on any future development on the golf course. West: To the west are parcels which will probably be remodeled or developed in the future. These properties face onto adjacent streets so that the primary potential impact of this project will be on their rear yards. An existing approximately 6 foot high wall and mature trees lies along the property line. The owner of the proposed project wishes to plant bougainvillea plants along this wall and to train the vines up along the side. This planting along with additional trees planned for the landscaping should provide a fairly good visual screen between the properties. The proposed project places the house along the east edge of the property thus providing a back yard buffer between this house and its neighbors to the west. Views from the adjacent properties to the mountains will not be obstructed by the proposed project. The impact of this project on the privacy and development of the properties to the west will be slight. General Comments: The proposed project is within the proscribed height, density and materials of the SR District. In width, bulk, or massing it is not out of proportion to the site or the surrounding area. In many ways it is a fairly small house for the site and the logical assumption for future development in the area will probably be homes of more than 5000 square feet. Only the roof line and the roofing materials for this project vary from the requirements. Because of the placement of these elements on the site and the location of the site itself, it is unlikely that this project will have a detrimental impact on the development of the Cove area. In fact, this project represents a very substantial investment in and upgrade of the existing property. The Owner wishes to create a high quality, aesthetic project. As such it should have a positive impact on the future development interest in the area and should provide a good example of sensitive design and landscaping. SR Application: 51065 Avenida Vallejo Page Seven 4. Public Health, Safety and Welfare The proposed project will be built to meet current City and State building codes. In addition, the site development will include a new septic system and hook-ups for future sewer system. The proposed project represents a substantial remodel as most of the construction will be of new materials. All repair work will be done to meet the current codes. The project will continue to be used as a single family home and will not generate an increase in the use of the City's infrastructure or resources. In fact, the site is a composite of three single family lots which have been tied together, thereby actually decreasing the potential density of the Cove area. Thus the project will be an improvement over the existing conditions and will not be detrimental to the public's health, safety and welfare. 5. Design Responds to Existing Site Characteristics The existing site is fairly flat with existing mature landscaping. The proposed project is sited where the existing house is sited. Extensions to the house will necessitate the removal of several mature trees. Where feasible, these trees and palms will be moved to other undisturbed locations on the site. Mature trees not feasible for relocation will be offered to local landscaping professionals for use on other sites. Site drainage will be developed as part of the construction drawings. In addition, the project has been designed to minimize solar heat gain in the summer. The floor construction will be a concrete slab on grade with a stone or ceramic tile finish, which will provide a heat sink for some passive solar heating. 6. Maximum Limit of Five Unsold Houses The proposed project is a single family dwelling for use as a primary residence by the current property owner. The project is not being developed for speculative uses. COMPUTER MODEL PERSPECTIVE VIEW: View to Property from Avenida Vallejo .m -------------- -- -- ' -- COMPUTER MODEL PERSPECTIVE VIEW: View to Property from Avenida Vallejo MOWINIM1011..11111WMININe.ealA ITU COMPUTER MODEL PERSPECTIVE VIEW: View to Property from Avenida Tampico Takahashi & Associates July 22, 1992 Stan Sawa Principal Planner Planning Department City of La Quinta P.O. Box 1504 La Quinta, California 92253 RE: SR ADJUSTMENT 91-002 Dear Mr. Sawa: AUG 0. 3 199? �i'6C/yflY -L. PLANNING 4EPAedTF'a+q �:,`',Yi I would like to take this opportunity to inform you that the architect of record and representative for the new construction project at 51-065 Avenida Vallejo, in the Cove Area has changed. I will still be representing Ms. Linda Babior but with the firm of Takahashi & Associates. The TEV Collaborative will no longer be involved in any manner with this project. It has been some time since my last communication with you, however, the project is still alive and we are hoping to submit plans to the Building Department sometime in early September. I finally received your letter of April 22nd. Thank you for the approval. I do anticipate that I may need to send one additional set of changes to you to cover possible slight modifications or adjustments to colors and expansion joint patterns as I verify the manufacturer's finishes and finalize the construction details. Thank you for your cooperation. Sincerely, Julia Takahashi 920 Stanley Avenue Long Beach, -CA 90804 Phone (310) 434-7624 Fax (310).985-1397 1 TEV Collaborative Julia Takahashi, M. Arch. Michael -Evans, Architect AlexanderP. Vuceli4, M. Arch., March 19, 1992 Stan B. Sawa, Principal Planner City of La Quinta 78 -.-105 Calle Estado La Quinta, CA 92253 RE: ,51 - 065. Avenida Vallejo, La Quinta, CA Dear:Mr. Sawa: MAR 2 7 ,1992 Cif a � •- ' Id PLArdiiliN3 O P v 'TF;I NT We are submitting for your review and approval asset of revised plans for a new residence at 51 - 065,Avenida Vallejo. We are, requesting administrative design approval of these revisions as noted in the Conditions of Approval, SR Adjustment 91-002. Enclosed are revised: site plan, floor plan and building elevations. The changes include the addition of a study in the south east corner of the house, adjustments to the overall dimensions of the house on" the north end and some minor changes to size and configuration of windows. These changes were made to "tailor" the project to the requirements of the owner and to reflect structural requirements. I am available to discuss any of these changes with you and can be reached at (310) 434-7624. Thank you for your assistance. Julia Takahashi ARCHITECTURE •.PL:ANNING •-URBAN DESIGN 410.St. Louis Avenue, • Long Beach, California 90814 • (310)-439-4339 Collaborative October 30," 1991 Stan Sawa, Principal Planner City of La-Quinta 78-105 Calle Estado La Quinta, California 92251 • Re SR Adjustment Application Dear Mr. Sawa: Attached is an application for'. adjustment to the SR standards for. the proposed single family residence at 51065•Avenida Vallejo, in the "Cove Area.' Enclosed, with, this application are the ' following items: o A completed Application Form o Supplemental application information including: findings o 3 Computer Model Perspective Views of the proposed project from adjacent streets . o A letter from the Owner authorizing the TEV Collaborative to file this application o A copy of the Grant Deed of the property showing current ownership, o :6 sets of, plans showing the site plan, floor plan and exterior elevations o 1 set of mailing labels with names/mailing addresses of property owners within 150' Copy of previous correspondence with the City of La Quinta regarding,setbacks Check to the City of La Quinta for $75.00 to cover the filing fee. ' \ss‘ Julia Takahashi, M. Arch.' cv,volkMichael Evans, Architect hen # g,N1.00 1e anderP. Vucelic, M. Atch. ' • t 51065.Avenida Vallejo, La Quinta, CA Parcel #773062023 I hope .that we have provided adequate information for the City's review. Please Jet me know if any additional items are. needed. • We have been proceeding with this project as a remodel as per initial direction from"•the Owner. However, recently we have been discussing the possibility of constructing this project as a new residence. In this case the walls and roof of the existing•house would be demolished, a portion of slab foundation would be reused if it is in good . condition and the rest of the structure would be ne�w,, construction: Under this scenario, the building footprint would be shifted to the north to provide the full 10' setback along the south property line. ,We would be willing to further discuss this direction with the. City as a condition for approval of this application. We feel that the project will be a,. positive addition and up -grade to the Cove Area. With the approval of this -SR Adjustment application and the elimination of the existing non -conforming setback condition, the project wouldbe.in full compliance with the zoning requirements., I look forward to working with you on this application.; Sincerely, Julia Takahashi ARCHITECTURE • URBAN DESIGN' 410St. .Louis Avenue . Long Beach; California490814' • (213)-439-4339' 773-06 /00' S. 9 DATE. :MO Ne NEW AY, //=77 06/-/4 26,25 9/84 005:/8d. 2/ i ;/ (/6, /7 06S-42 0/,WI '00f-1 AP,SS •- !,13 004-A .Z..Sr' ..1« A, 0/00 /a- a ors.as . 4i=.:. i ' ..,_ter %`- ti-x..' Ia 70 CA RRANZA W .30 3• 9 5 0 '79.9S T. C. A. 020-0/6 CALLE eaoS /0 • N 2/ /© 2 y 20 O o. 00AC r@ 006AC h /9 O 4 • /8 ® © 5 i /7 ® O 6 MO/6O 143 ti /5 ® 7 ® 8 /4 ® 9 /3 ® • /I • ® /0 /•• /2 // +s� Bs•s4 © // 709C AVEN/DA k • 3e js O W 3• �79.05 22 /00 2/ POR. S//2 SEC. /T 6S. 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SOFT NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ITEM: NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City of La Quinta Planning Commission will hold a PUBLIC HEARING on November 26, 1991, at 7:00 P.M. in the La Quinta City Hall Council Chambers, 78-105 Calle Estado, on the following item: SR~_T_(SPECIA_L RESIDENTIAL) ADJUSTMEN91-004 APPLICANT: LINDA BABIOR LOCATION: 51-065 AVENIDA VALLEJO REQUEST: APPROVAL OF A SR ADJUSTMENT APPLICATION TO ALLOW A DEVIATION FROM THE SR ZONE EXTERIOR MATERIAL AND DESIGN REQUIREMENTS TO ALLOW REMODELING OF AN EXISTING SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE. LEGAL: LOTS 1, 2, 3, BLOCK 72, OF SANTA CARMELITA AT VALE LA QUINTA UNIT #9 CALLE 2'O � p© ® 20Y.K ; i9 0 O I ® s ® 06 •°I60 C i4 0 ®9 ®. 100 • o ,t ;©,/ 6 •. r.. 70 AVENIDA tu Q is © 6 ,6© ® s ,70 6 lb IA 0 O ' is ® 6 /I O9 ® f Y The La Quinta Planning and Development Department has determined that this request is categorically exempt from requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act. Therefore, no further documentation is deemed necessary. Any person may submit written comments on the Adjustment to the Planning and Development Department prior to the Hearing and/or may appear and be heard in support of or opposition to the Adjustment at the time of the Hearing. If you challenge the decision of this Adjustment in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues that you or someone else raised either at the Public Hearing or in written correspondence delivered to the Planning and Development Department at, or prior to, the Public Hearing. The proposed Adjustment application may be viewed by the public Monday through Friday from 8 : 00 A.M. until 5 : 00 P.M. at the Planning and Development Department, La Quinta City Hall, 78-099 Calle Estado, La Quinta, California. TEV Collaborative Julia Takahashi, M. Arrh. Michael Evans, Architect Alexander P. VuceliU, M. Arch. July 11, 1990 Stan B. Sawa, Principal Planner City of La Quinta 78 =105 Calle Estado La Quinta, CA 92253 RE: 51-065 Avenida Vallejo Transmitted via FAX to 619-564-5617 Dear Mr. Sawa As we discussed on the phone yesterday, I am sending you some more detailed information regarding a property in the Cove area of La Quinta. Attached with this transmittal are a site plan showing the existing conditions and the existing setback dimensions and an annotated site plan referring to questions we have about development of the site. DESCRIPTION OF PROJECT: The project entails a substantial up -grade and remodel of an existing house. The site is a corner lot composed of a "lot tie" of three smaller lots. The site also sits at the corner of Vallejo and Tampico and has an unobstructed view across the golf course to the Santa Rosa Mountains. The Client, of course would like to maintain this view from the house. We have been commissioned to add around 1000 to 1200 sf plus a two car garage and a golf cart storage area to the existing house of 1509 sf with a single space partial carport. The remodeling will include new kitchen, dining room, master bedroom suite, interior laundry room, pool/spa, new drought resistant landscaping, and new septic system with future sewer hook-up. The Client intends to use the property as her own residence. QUESTIONS: 1. We would like to place the 20' front yard setback along the Tampico frontage and the 10' side yard setback along the Vallejo frontage; is this acceptable within the zoning ordinance? In addition, we read the guidelines to require that the sideyard along the west side will be 5' and the rear yard on the south side to be 10'. 2. The existing structure is set back approximately 4' from the south property line. For the project as described, will this be considered to be an existing non -conforming condition and be allowed to remain, or will we need to demolish part of the existing structure? The Client would like to extend the kitchen area• west along the south property line which would put it within the 10' setback; is it feasible to consider a variance for this condition? ARCHITECTURE • PLANNING • URBAN DESIGN 410 St. Louis Avenue • Long Beach, California 90814 • (213)-439-4339 Sawa FAX 7/11/91 Page Two 3. The client would like to locate the new two car garage near the south end of the property. If the garage entrance faces the street it will not have a 20' setback. If the garage entrance is placed to the side off of a drive court, the entrance will be hidden but will also not have a 20' setback. In either case, the Client is concerned about security and privacy and so the driveway or drive court will be further screened by a decorative gate. Are either of these conditions ones in which a variance is required or would be considered? Thank you for your considerations of our questions. I will be calling you later this afternoon. Very truly yours, Julia Takahashi TELECON PROJECT: CONTACT: DATE; Babior Stan Sawa, Principal Planner City of La Quinta July 10, 1991 Called to discuss setbacks and possible varience requirments for property -- agreeded to send a sketch showing conditions and requests to Stan via FAX on 7/11. La Quinta FAX # 619-564-5617. DATE: July 12, 1991 Re: FAX sent July 11, 1991 Discussed property parameters, client's remodeling intent, setback requirements/requests and preferred location of garage and dining room. Mr. Sawa said that he would like to investigate the questions in more detail to see what our development options are. He will call back on Monday to discuss his findings. DATE: July 23, 1991 RE: FAX sent July 11, 1991 Stan met with others in the planning department yesterday and the following conclusions were reached: 1. The Tampico frontage can be considered to be the front yard with a front setback of 20'. The Vallejo side then becomes a side yard with a 10' setback, and the west side also has a 10' setback. The south side becomes a rear yard with a 10' setback. Along the south side the existing building that is around 4-5' from the property line will be considered "existing legal non -conforming" but any new construction must stay outside of the 10' setback. 3. Garages with doors that front onto the street must be setback 20' from the property line to permit parking in the driveway without encroaching into the public ROW. However if the garage entrance does not face the street but faces a drive court, then the garage can be set along the setback line. (ie. 10' from Vallejo) The intent is to provide off-street, exterior parking on the site. 4. Remodeling of SFD's or new construction of SFD's are not required to go to the design review committee. 5. There are no water usage restrictions on pools. Pools are required to have a 5' setback around the perimeter. Pool equipment is not allow within any setback area. If we have any further questions regarding the planning/zoning of this property we should refer our questions to Stan Sawa. Also if we would like to have a preliminary review of the project we should do the same. CITY OF LA MANTA PLANNING DEPARTMENT cl STREET ADDRESS CITY. STATE L • ZIP • RECORDING REQU'CT ' 'Y FIRST AMERICAN TITLE: INSL� MPANY • RECORDING REQUESTED • AND WHEN RECORDED MAIL THIS DEED AND: UNLESS OTHERWISE SHOWN BELOW. MAIL TAX STATEMENTS TO-' NAME1 j? it 7-.7r) LINDA BABIOR C/O Higgins & Cosme. 135 Screenland Drive Burbank, CA 91505 Att: Wayne K. TITLE ORDER NO ESCROW NO J 20264—N SPACE ABOVE THIS. LINE FOR RECORDER'S USE THE UNDERSIGNED GRANTOR(s)`DECtARE(s)---"'-- DOCUMENTARY TRANSFER TAX is,$ 165.00 ® computed on full value of property conveyed, or computed•dn full value Tess value of liens or, encumbrances remaining at time of sale, and FOR A VALUABLE CONSIDERATION, receipt of which is hereby acknowledged, WARREN d'AQUIN , a single man and MARK BADER, a single man hereby GRANT(S).to LINDA BABIOR, a single woman. the following described real property in the County of Riverside , Stateof California: Lots 1,2 and' 3 in Block 72 of Santa Carmelita at Vale La Quinta, unit I/9,as per map recorded in Book 18, Page 69 of Maps, in the Office of the County Recorder of said County. MARCH 18,1988 PARCEL NO. 773-062-014-4 STATE OF CALIFORNIA ISS. RIVERSIDE - On, " MAR(T 21, 1988 before me, the undersigned;`' a Notary Public In and for said State, personally appeared Warren d'Aquin and Mark Bader personally known to me (or proved to me on the basis of satisfactory evidence) to be the person(s) whose name(s) is/are subscribed to the within Instrument and acknow- ledged to me that he/she/they executed the a ne. • WITNESS my harp9f Igi@l Signature 4% {' DOLORES AGRES Mark Bader OCT 31 1991 CITY OF ALA () tINTA PLANNING DEPARTMENT OFFICIAL SEAL DOLORES AGRES C:; :g ,t NOTARY PUBLIC • CALIFORNIA RIV R11DE G(R)NTY My comm. expires FIB 6, 1992 MAIL TAX STATEMENTS AS DIRECTED ABOVE. (name of County) prihmmxt‘k.v A \ %//// A%.°\\\\\v//////// �� V ///////nNAW RECORDING REQUESTED BY A i_ I AND WHENWISE RECORDED MAI IS DEED AND, UNLESS Igr,'.��% OTHERSHOWNBELOW,AILTAxSTATEMENTST0:(7A L _� rl I NAME �� STREET /City of La Quinta 7L ADDRESS , P. 0 . Box 1504 1 _ CITY, �� ZIP a Quinta, CA 92253) ` Q L No fe Governmep.t,'"Code 61031 t` Title Order No. —Escrow No. 4ir. 1 GRANT DEED SPACE ABOVE THIS LINE FOR RECORDER'S USE DOCUMENTARY TRANSFER TAX $ —0 ❑ computed on full value of property conveyed, or ❑ computed on full value Tess liens and encumbrances remaining at time of sale. City of La Quinta Signature of Declarant or Agent Determining Tax. Firm Name FOR VALUABLE CONSIDERATION, receipt of which is acknowledged, I (We), Linda Babior, a single woman (name of grantors)) grant to Linda Babior, a single woman (name of grantees) I all that real property situated in the City of La Quinta (or in ar unincorporated area of) Riverside described as follows (insert legal description): Lots 1,2 and 3 in Block 72 of Santa Carmelita at Vale La Quinta, unit #9, as per map recorded in Book 18, Page 69 of Maps, in the Office of the County Recorder of said County. County, California, l _TA This deed reflects Par el Merger No. 89-196 as approved by the City of` La Quinta Assessor's parcel No Executed on SuLI I o STATE OF CALIFORNIA ,19_,at COUNTY OF LOS ANGCZES 0n this 10 day of .l.U-`/ in the year 19 0 q , before me, the undersigned, a Notary Public in and for said State, personally appeared LINDA (3A6to'K B.LA MN K, CPK.t Fog -Mt A }SS personally known to me (or proved to me on the basis of satisfactory evidence) to be the person_ whose name_ IS subscribed to the within instrument, and acknowl- edged to me that She_ executed it. WITNESS my hand and official seal. Notary Public in and for said MAIL TAX STATEMENTS TO Linda Babior NAME (City and Sta c-A) ) '4,4a ieth;„ e y,.•:. , OFFICIAL SEAL ia JAMES P. HIGGINS r:tW-it NOTARY PUBUC - CAUFORNIA .L',i^�> - LOS ANGELES COUNTY '�'�' My Comm. Expires Feb. 5,1991 (This area for official notarial seal) 135 Screenland Dr., Burbank, CA 91505 ADDRESS ZIP WOLCOTTS FORM 778—Rev. 12-85 (Price class 3) GRANT DEED Before you use this form, read it, fill in all blanks, and make whatever changes are appropriate and necessary to your particular transaction. Consult a lawyer if you doubt the lorm's litness for your purpose and use. Wolcons makes no representation or warranty, express or implied, with respect to the merchantability or fitness of this form for an intended use or purpose. ©1985 WOLCOTTS, INC. RECE IVED AUG 2 5 1989 Bern' g R u• e: City of . La Qui 11;41 271721 When Recorded, -Return To La Quinta:Planning and. Development Department P.O. Box1504 LaQuinta, CA .92253 No Fee, 6103 government Code Benefit of _ La Quinta Community Develo i ent .Deparbrent --/q6 Linda.'Babior, • 9 Descriptiong �.. Le al of Mer edParce Lots 1',2 and 3 in Block72 of..Santa,"Carmelita• `at':Vale La.'Qunta, unit #9, as. per map. recorded in:Book 18, Page 69 of Mapsti, in the Office of the County. Recorder of sai&County Recording Request y City of La Quinta When Recorded, Return TO: La Quinta Planning and Developmnt—Departthent P.O. Box 1504 La Quinta, CA 92253 No Fee, 6103 Government Code Benefit of La Quinta Community Development Department 2'71'721 EXHIBIT B CERTIFICATE OF PARCEL MERGER NO. eriqb CAL LE TAMP/CO /V,89°57'", LOT / O AREA=5,8Go sf' 5'P. U.e. Lo T z. AREA = 5000 0 7" 3 N 89°$7' 52"/,"/ 0 /00,00' 30' CALL- d /AV6; N /'I 30' ni7'EZ4JMA 50 rH AVE LOCH T/ON MAP DEPARTMENT USE ONLY Record Owner Address 135 S �,— Map Prepared By g� ` � CH- ' 1507 Address Area/District This Certificate of Parcel Merger No. 8%161‘9 is hereby approved. 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