MA 2022-0008 FitzHenry Residence 54880 Madero (Avenida) (06.13.2022)
June 13, 2022
Stephen R. Nieto
South West Concepts, Inc.
78-115 Calle Estado Suite #106
La Quinta, CA 92253
SUBJECT: MINOR ADJUSTMENT 2022–0008 54880 AVENIDA MADERO
GARAGE WIDTH REDUCTION
Dear Mr. Nieto:
The Design and Development Department has reviewed your Minor Adjustment
application (MA 2022-0008), pursuant to Section 9.210.040 of the City of La Quinta
Zoning Code.
REQUEST:
Grant up to a 10% adjustment to decrease the minimum garage width for an
existing single-family home located at 54-880 Avenida Madero. The minimum
garage width is being adjusted from 20’ to 18’ measured from the interior per the
attached exhibit.
DECISION:
Approval is granted for the requested adjustment based on the following findings
and subject to the conditions of approval listed below:
1. Minor Adjustment 2022-0008 is consistent with the La Quinta General Plan, in
that the proposal does not alter the approved land use for the property or
affect land use on surrounding similar properties.
2. Minor Adjustment 2022-0008 is consistent with the intent of the La Quinta
Zoning Code in that the requested adjustment will be conditioned to comply
with all other development standards as required under said Zoning Code.
3. Processing and approval of Minor Adjustment 2022-0008 is in compliance with
the California Environmental Quality Act. The adjustment requested falls
under CEQA Guidelines Section 15305(a) as a “Minor Alterations to Land” -
Class 5 Categorical Exemption.
4. Approval of Minor Adjustment 2022-0008 is not detrimental to the public
health, safety and general welfare, nor injurious or incompatible with other
properties and land use in the vicinity. The adjustment has no impact on
health or safety issues and will not affect physical land use characteristics in
the vicinity. The adjustment will be compatible with the architectural styles
of the existing single-family homes.
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL:
1. A building permit (BRES2022-0186) shall be obtained prior to construction.
The proposed construction shall comply with all other development standards
as required under the La Quinta Zoning Code.
Please be advised that the City only approves three Minor Adjustments per lot,
regardless of the percentage of the development standard adjusted. This approval
relates only to the minor adjustment referenced herein and does not imply any
entitlement or approval of a building permit for any structures shown on the plans
on file. This approval consists of only one Minor Adjustment, as previously
described. All other development standards of the La Quinta Zoning Code are
applicable and shall be adhered to in preparing plans for building plan check.
Thank you for your attention to these items, and if you have any questions, please
contact me directly at (760) 777-7086 and/or at sfernandez@laquintaca.gov .
Sincerely,
Sijifredo Fernandez
Associate Planner
Design and Development
CCOVER SHEETProposed bedroom, dining room, foyer, covered patio Owner:PROJECT DESCRIPTION VICINITY MAPSHEET INDEXCover SheetCASSESSOR'S PARCEL#774-265-029Site PlanOWNER/CONSULTANTSCode Used:CODE ANALYSIS2019 California Energy Code2019 California Residential Code2019 California Plumbing Code2019 California Mechanical Code2019 California Electrical Code2019 California Green Building Code54880 Avenida Madero PROJECT ADDRESSLa Quinta, CA 92253LEGAL DESCRIPTIONConstruction:RCOccupancy: Zoning:Cove ResidentialType V-B, Non-Rated2019 California Building CodeAREA CALCULATIONSProposed Addition & Remodel54880 Avenida MaderoJon & Cindy FitzHenryForArchitecturalArchitecture:RECORDED BOOK/PAGE MB 19/50 SUBDIVISIONNAME: SANTA CARMELITA VALE LA QUINTA UNIT 25LOT/PARCEL: 17, BLOCK: 275, TRACT: N/A2019 California Fire CodeSPECIAL NOTESAt the time of final inspection, a manual, compact disc, web-based reference or other media acceptable to theenforcing agency which includes all of the following shall be placed in the building:a.Directions to the owner or occupant that the manual shall remain with the building throughout the lifecycle of the structure.b.Operation and maintenance instructions for the following:i) Equipment and appliances, including water-saving devices and systems, HVAC systems, water-heating systems and other major appliances and equipment.ii) Roof and yard drainage, including gutters and downspouts.iii) Space conditioning systems, including condensers and air filters.iv) Landscape irrigation systems.v) Water reuse systems.c.Information from local utility, water and waste recovery providers on methods to further reduce resourceconsumption, including recycle prgrams and locations.d.Public transportation and/or carpool options available in the area.e.Educational material on the positive impacts of an interior relative humidity between 30-60 percent andwhat methods an occupant may use to maintain the relative humidity level in that range.f.Informant about water-conserving landscape and irrigation design and controllers which conserve water.g.Instructions for maintaining gutters and downspouts and the importance of diverting water at least 5 feetaway from the foundation.h.Information on required routine maintenance measures, including, but not limited to, caulking, painting,grading around the building, etc.i.Information about state solar energy and incentive programs available.j.A copy of all special inspection verifications required by the enforcing agency of this code. (CALGreen4.410.1)Noted Floor PlanA2.1Slab PlanGeneral NotesGN1La Quinta, CaliforniaElevationsA3.0Roof PlanA5.0Electrical PlanE1.0A2.0Title 24 RequirementsT24.0& roof deck addition to existing residence. A1.0SectionsA4.0All cunstruction shall comply with the 2019 CAResidential, Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing,Green Building and Energy Codes and the City of La Quinta 78-115 Calle Estado, Ste. 106La Quinta, CA 92253P: (760) 564-4707F: (760) 564-4955www.swconcepts.comPROPOSED REMODEL& ADDITION FORJON & CINDYFITZHENHRY54880 AVENIDA MADEROLA QUINTA, CA 92253APN: 774-265-029RevisionsNumberStephen R. Nieto DateDate: 03/07/2022ARCHITECTURE PLANNING DEVELOPEMENT1Plan Check Corrections 06.02.2022Description DateMuniciple codes.Dimensioned Floor PlanA2.2Plumbing PlanP1.0Mechanical PlanM1.0Structural Engineer:StructuralGeneral Notes & Typ. DetailsS1.0Foundation PlanS2.0Roof Framing PlanS3.0ADDITIONAL NOTES"All 'or equal' substitutions must be submitted to, and approved by thebuilding official prior to installation of the item.""The developer / contractor / owner is responsible for the verification ofexisting curb location (or edge of street paving if not curbs exists) fromproperty line(s) with the Public Works Department"Proposed site walls, fences, gates, BBQ, Pool, Spa and outdoor fireplacewill be permitted under separate building permit.Prefabricated Wood Roof Trusses: Deferred SubmittalJon & Cindy FitzHenry54880 Avenida MaderoLa Quinta, CA 92253(760) 836-3700South West Concepts, Inc.Contact: Stephen R. Nieto78-115 Calle Estado, Suite 106La Quinta, CA 92253(760) 564-4707Martin Structural Consulting547 E 6th Ave.Escondido, CA 92025(760) 745-6012SectionsA4.1Spiral Stairway1Structural DetailsS4.0Structural DetailsS5.0Architectural Details D1.0NEW ADDITIONS1,423 SQ. FT.EXISTING GARAGE / MECHANICAL454 SQ. FT.TOTAL LIVABLE AREA2,597 SQ. FT.NEW COVERED PATIOS177 SQ. FT.EXISTING LIVABLE SPACE1,174 SQ. FT.TOTAL UNDER ROOF3,228 SQ. FT.1252 W 22nd St #2Contact: Igor PichkoEnergy Consult LLC(424) 247-7658San Pedro, CA 90731Title 24 Requirementswww.title24ez.comTitle 24 RequirementsT24.1Fastening ScheduleGN2ElevationsA3.1CALGreens MeasuresCG2CALGreens MeasuresCG111PLANNING APPROVAL ADMINISTRATIVE CASE# ____________________ EXHIBIT# ____________________ INITIAL sfernandez DATE 06/13/2022 9:36:39 AM MA2022-0008
A1.0SITE PLAN 78-115 Calle Estado, Ste. 106La Quinta, CA 92253P: (760) 564-4707F: (760) 564-4955www.swconcepts.comPROPOSED REMODEL& ADDITION FORJON & CINDYFITZHENHRY54880 AVENIDA MADEROLA QUINTA, CA 92253APN: 774-265-029RevisionsNumberStephen R. Nieto DateDate: 03/07/2022ARCHITECTURE PLANNING DEVELOPEMENT1Plan Check Corrections 06.02.2022Description Date